Dontnod Entertainment, the makers of Life is Strange, are working hard on their upcoming horror and gore filled title Vampyr, and it looks like the game is only to be more brutal here onward. A press release was sent out today included a bunch of details about the combat gameplay and also some new screenshots, giving a glimpse into the gory world of Vampyr. Here’s how it reads: “Armed with an array of conventional melee and ranged weaponry, attack and dodge foes to fill up Jonathan’s Blood Gauge, required to unleash powerful vampire attacks. From impaling enemies on a spike, to draining them of blood at a distance, as Jonathan’s Blood Gauge fills during a combat situation, his Vampire affliction will start to overtake his more human side, unleashing destructive spells and abili...
After the success of Wasteland 2, inXile has announced that they’re making a direct sequel which will be released on the Windows PC, Linux, Mac, PS 4 and Xbox One. The developers said that they’ll be helping fund Wasteland 3 via crowdfunding on Fig, where they hope to raise about USD 2.75 million. Additionally, following suit with Divinity, the game will also feature co-op, allowing players to invite their friends. Here’s what the official press release says: What is Wasteland 3? A party-based role-playing game, with a renewed focus on our trademark complex story reactivity and strategic combat. By including vehicles, environmental dangers, and a revamped, more fluid action system, we are evolving on Wasteland 2’s deep tactical turn-based combat and unique encounter...
The month of October is almost upon us, and with it, new free games for the members of PlayStation Plus. Who doesn’t like free stuff, amirite? Without much ado, here’s the list of what’s up for grabs: Resident Evil – PS 4 This year Capcom is celebrating the 20th anniversary of the franchise, and this remastered HD version is the perfect way to enjoy the game. So whether you’re reacquainting with old friends Chris Redfield and Jill Valentine, or meeting them for the first time, get ready to learn the secrets of the mansion that lies on the outskirts of Raccoon City. Transformers: Devastation – PS 4 Drawing on the talents from the original Transformers TV series for the story and voice work, the game should feel pleasantly familiar to fans. Fabled develop...
Developer Psyonix has announced that their blockbuster rocker-propelled-car-slash-soccer mashup, Rocket League is getting a new, underwater themed update. Along with the new update which is being called AquaDome, two new premium DLC vehicles, Proteus and Titan will also be released, and will be priced at USD 1.99 for each car. The AquaDome update will be free and available in both casual and competitive playlists, with a stadium featuring a transparent glass dome hidden at the bottom of the ocean, teeming with life, including jellyfish, great white sharks and whatnot. The update will be released in October, will more content to be announced soon. Stay tuned! For more news and reviews, keep checking back at Gaming Central.
Ubisoft has revealed a new trailer for their upcoming open world game Watch Dogs 2, titled Welcome to Dedsec. In this trailer you will learn more about Marcus Holloway, including the members of the hacker group Dedsec team who will help the hip young, protagonist Marcus to reveal the corrupt secrets of a powerful tech corporation, which tries to exploit people on a scale bigger than anyone could envisage. Watch Dogs 2 will release for the Windows PC, Xbox One and PlayStation 4 on 15th November. For more news and reviews, keep checking back at Gaming Central.
Ubisoft has announced that the test servers will be open for all players on the PC so they can test the beta version for update 1.4 before it releases in October. Players can download the beta client on Uplay and Steam, which will be around 45 GB. Worry not, it won’t overwrite any of your old game data. Here’s what the official post reads: “Agents, The Public Test Server will be opening to all PC players on Monday, September 26th. On the PTS, you will be able to test the current build for Update 1.4 before its official release on the live game, in October. This will be an opportunity for us to gather feedback on the major changes done with this Update and learn of any critical bug that would need fixing before it goes live. Your feedback will be crucial to help us improve...
Minecraft, the building blocks game that took over the world by storm seems to be on its way to become the first truly cross platform game, between Sony’s PlayStation 4 and the Microsoft Xbox One. According a screenshot of a tweet by Mojang (which has now been deleted) on KeenGamer, Minecraft will now support true cross-platform support, ahead of the upcoming Minecon this year. Available only for Minecraft Realms for the time being, players will be able to invite their mobile gaming friends as well. Realms allows players to host sessions on rented servers for a monthly subscription. Earlier, the cross platform support was only available for Anroid, iOS, PC and Xbox Live. For more news and reviews, keep checking back at Gaming Central.
Rockstar Games has announced the next big DLC for their critically acclaimed title, GTA Online. The new update will add the ability to to create biker gangs with up to 8 players who can then buy clubhouses for their gang to hang out and chill. The DLC will also add a new Biker mechanic, new motorcycles and even more venues for business opportunities. Players will get access to new weapons, tattoos and styles, plus the opportunity to build new businesses and climb the ranks within the gang. The date for the new update hasn’t been revealed yet, but it is most likely to be released for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. For more news and reviews, keep checking back at Gaming Central.
The open beta for the DICE’s upcoming FPS, Battlefield 1 concluded recently, and based on the feedback, DICE has announced some upcoming changes to the game. Lead World Designer, Daniel Berlin said in the official post,”When we build a new Battlefield game it’s important for us to try new things, we want to stay fresh and renew the franchise with each new installment. However, it’s equally as important that we take the feedback that you, the community, are giving us.” One major change being made to the game would be to the Conquest Mode. In the open beta teams had to gain points by capturing and holding points, but that’s going to be different when the full game is released. Here’s what the official post says,”The next time you play the game, capturing t...
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered is presently being promoted as only being available as a pre-order bonus for the upcoming FPS Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare. As it turns out, you will in fact be able to purchase it separately. Here’s what Director Raven David Pellas’ statement says, talking about the additional 6 multiplayer maps to be released for the game post-launch, according to NeoGAF: “What we announced before today was that we were going to offer 10 maps on launch, and that’s still true. The announcement today is that the six remaining maps we are actually going to be delivering to anyone who purchases Modern Warfare Remastered, anyone who owns it or a version of Infinite Warfare that comes with it, they’re going to get all 16 of the maps for no additional...
To celebrate the release of Battlefield 1 next month, EA is letting the action continue with a bang on the past title Battlefield 4. As a special treat to the Battlefield fans, EA has announced that for a limited time, all the five expansions for Battlefield 4 can be downloaded for free. Yes, that’s right. Battlefield 1 may put a dent in your wallet, but for those still playing the older title might just get something good out of the deal. China Rising Community Mission: Jump into any Battlefield 4 multiplayer mode and map and collectively destroy 1.5 million vehicles in Air Superiority to get a Gold Battlepack. This mission is active between September 14, 2016 9AM PT and September 16, 2016 9AM PT Second Assault Community Mission: Jump into any Battlefield 4 multiplayer mode and map...