Nov 7, 2014 | Game ON news

Friday, November 7, 2014

News::How the Warcraft movie makes one film out of a universe of stories

GamesBeat: "World of Warcraft has a ... problem, director Duncan Jones said, in that its got so many stories. Its been going for 10 years, and Warcraft itself has been going for 20 years. Our challenge was to actually drill down and find a story that would work as a single film. Theres so many great characters and so many story arcs. The story discusses news on the movie, based on the Warcraft PC games, from the BlizzCon convention in Anaheim today.

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News::Dragon: The Game Early Access out now on Steam for PC, Mac and Linux

Red Level Games: "Our open-world action-RPG Dragon is available now in Early Access -- to celebrate, weve knocked 20% off the price for launch week. Experience dragons in their proper role as the monstrous, complex, and epic protagonists that they are. In this open world action role-playing game you will bring your dragons story to life. As you eat, age and hunt your dragon will develop allowing you to improve and customize its wings, tail, claws, and breath weapon. Become a terrifying or benevolent dragon powerful enough to threaten city states and reshape kingdoms. Inevitably you will face other dragons, giants, trolls, orcs, liches, and other beasts as you leave your mark on the history of the world."

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News::Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor - Official Soundtrack Available Now

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment (WBIE) announces the release of the original soundtrack to the critically-acclaimed Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor.

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News::Blizzard has shared some new info on Diablo III's upcoming Season 2.

Blizzard has shared some new info on Diablo III's upcoming Season 2. New conquests, new legendaries, and more.

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News::Sledgehammer Games Responds to Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Dedicated Servers Question

Remember when just a few weeks before release, word got out that Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare will support dedicated servers for multiplayer? While that might have made some people jump with joy, it hasnt exactly panned out as planned at least not yet.

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News::Assassins Creed Unity Xbox One Co-Op Gameplay Shows Crazy Race, Hilarious Glitches

Ubisoft is hosting a launch livestream for Assassins Creed Unity, and one of the funniest event was a race done using the games co-op mode, during which the four players had to reach the top of the spire of Notre Dame in Paris without touching the ground.

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News::Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare on PC vs PS4 vs Xbox One

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare on PC vs PS4 vs Xbox One

What's the point of having all sorts of advanced tech and weaponry if it doesn't look good? Thankfully, regardless of what platform you're playing the new Call of Duty on, the game looks pretty great.

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News::Infinity: The Quest For Earth - New Beautiful Video Shows Updated Planetary Rings

I-Novae Studios has released a new video for Infinity: The Quest For Earth, showing its updated and improved planetary rings.

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News::Darkfield Greenlit on Steam, Updating to Unity 5

Indie developer VR Bits has seen two successful crowd-sourced campaigns for its upcoming virtual reality (VR) compatible space simulation title Darkfield in as many weeks. The developer first passed its Kickstarter crowd-funding campaign on 27th October 2014, raising over $13,000 AUD to aid development. This week Darkfields Steam Greenlight campaign has also proved a success, meaning the title has been approved for sale on Valves digital store come full launch, which is expected in July 2015.

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News::Leap Motion Launches VR Developer Bundle

VRFocus - Earlier in 2014 Leap Motion revealed a new mount for its hand-tracking controller that clips the device to an Oculus Rift head-mounted display (HMD) for hand-tracking in virtual reality (VR) videogames and experiences. The device is currently available for $19.99 USD to those that already own a Leap Motion controller, which itself costs $79.99. For those that are yet to pick up either device the company has this week revealed a new bundle that will have you a bit of money.

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News::GTA 5's First-person Mode: A Game Changer?

Play: "As youre no doubt aware, the PS4 version of GTA 5 is going to have a first-person mode. Quite the game changer. Or is it? We discuss GTA 5 on PS4 and whether first-person will work for GTA "

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News::BlizzCon 2014: New Expansions, Heroes of the Storm, and Overwatch

This year has been a big year for Blizzard. This year marks the tenth anniversary of World of Warcraft and the twentieth anniversary of Warcraft. This is an extra special celebration for us, said Mike Morhaime. This is our biggest [Blizzcon] yet. And it has been so far.

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News::Next set of puzzles unlocked in Sigils of Elohim

Croteam has added 32 more puzzles to its free mini-game prelude for The Talos Principle, as well as addressed some issues and bugs present from the game's initial launch.

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News::Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Review | Den of Geek US

Call of Duty is back with a new developer. Is Advanced Warfare a welcomed addition to the series? Find out in Den of Geek's review!

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News::How Dragon Age: Inquisition gameplay correlates with its geography

The massive new maps of Dragon Age: Inquisition are being built with more than just exploration in mind. Producer Cameron Lee revealed that the developer has designed the games environments in such a way that they will be able to use the land to their advantage. Using natural objects found inside the map in conjunctions with the titles tactical camera, Lee revealed that players will be able to control situations on the battlefield by taking the high ground or creating chock points with melee combatants. We spent a lot of time trying to build a combat system and environment that work together, the producer of Dragon Age: Inquisition said when describing the new gameplay advantages the games larger environments will bring to the table.

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News::Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare Review - Warfare's Future is Now | TerminalGamer

The Call of Duty franchise adds another title in its long line of releases. Is this one worth your time, or is it best left in the barracks?

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News::Just Cause 3 to be announced next week?

Avalanche Studios may be gearing up to announce Just Cause 3 next week after alleged screenshots of the game leaked online.

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News::Discovering Space Demo Released for Oculus Rift

VRFocus - The space simulation genre has been a popular type of videogame to adapt for virtual reality (VR) technology over the past few years. The likes of EVE: Valkyrie, Star Citizen, Elite: Dangerous and Darkfield are all trying to create the most immersive sci-fi titles ever made. This week sees the launch of a demo for another hopeful space simulation experience in Discovering Space from indie developer SiPhi. The title features full support for the Oculus Rift head-mounted display (HMD).

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News::We'll have to StreetPass to catch Latios and Latias in the Pokémon remakes

In order to reach and catch Latios in Pokémon Alpha Sapphire and Latias in Pokémon Omega Ruby, we'll need an Eon Ticket. And to get one of those, well, it's kind of a pain in the ass.

Here in the US, The Pokémon Company will give Eon Tickets to Play! Pokémon League Leaders who will then be able to share the item via StreetPass. In the UK, it'll select 15 people to meet up with Game Freak's Junichi Masuda and bring a ticket back to their local GAME.

Eon Tickets should spread around the world but depending on where you live, it could be a while before you see one, if ever. There's always trading, though.

We'll have to StreetPass to catch Latios and Latias in the Pokémon remakes screenshot

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News::Violent Shadow Of Mordor Montages Are Tragic, Pretty

News::17 Things The World Saw Since Blizzard's Last New Franchise 17 Years Ago

News::Gunpoint designer and artist team up for Heat Signature

Gunpoint designer Tom Francis' next title, Heat Signature, has art!

Well, new art, I should say. The stuff we saw previously for this spaceship heist game was just placeholder. John Roberts, who did the art on Gunpoint, has joined the project. The two presumably made it through the last game without hating each other, which is always nice.

Francis says he'll have a new trailer out next week. But if you're curious right this second, I recommend watching the outdated video. There's a funny part at around 6:50 where he docks into a ship and hijacks it, then uses the vessel to fire missiles at an even larger ship. He undocks and escapes just in time before the enraged, heavily-armed ship blows the other one to pieces.

Yep, this is a neat game.

Gunpoint designer and artist team up for Heat Signature screenshot

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News::Tricia Helfer to Return as Kerrigan for StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void

Tricia Helfer isn't likely to be at BlizzCon this weekend, but her character, Kerrigan is set to return for StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void. In speaking with IGN about her upcoming series for Syfy, Ascension, the actress revealed that she'd done a taping for the game with the entire cast, marking the first time they'd all been in the room together.

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News::Uncivil War: Quake - Speed Run Finale

Season 1 of Uncivil War draws to a close - who will be the victor, and who will have to write bad poetry lamenting their defeat?

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News::Let's Play - Titanfall Frontier Defense

Join Geoff, Ryan, Gavin, and Jeremy as they drop into Titanfall's new Frontier Defense mode!

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News::StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void - Oblivion Cinematic

Oblivion Cinematic of StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void.

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News::StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void Has Some Rad New Units

StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void Has Some Rad New Units

From exploding Protoss Disruptors to a zippy new Terran melee charger called the Herc, StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void will bring us a whole bunch of rad multiplayer units when it's released... uh, whenever it's released.

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News::Hardline 35: Majora's Mask 3DS, plural amiibo, and Paris smells like candy

_{[This episode of Hardline is sponsored by The Crew. We're giving away a silly amount of codes for this weekend's beta on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One right now. Claim yours here.]}

It's been a while since Brett, Steven, and I have been in the same virtual room together to chat about games 'n' stuff so our reunion on this week's Hardline got out of control.

We talked about Majora's Mask for 3DS, amiibo (not amiibos), Game Boy Advances, The Witcher 3's free DLC, Steven's garbage- and candy-filled trip to Paris Games Week and Game Connection, and these culturally significant photos.

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Hardline 35: Majora's Mask 3DS, plural amiibo, and Paris smells like candy screenshot

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News::X-Men: Days of Future Past Sure Had Some Messy Time Travel

X-Men: Days of Future Past Sure Had Some Messy Time Travel

Sure, X-Men: Days of Future Past threw more X-Men into a movie than ever before and helped people forget about the abomination that is X-Men 3. But is it perfect? Far from it. Spoilers, for those of y'all who haven't seen the movie yet.

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News::Far Cry 4 - Season Pass Teaser

Season Pass Teaser of Far Cry 4.

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News::Fry's Electronics Ad 11/7-11/13 With Super Smash Bros 3DS at $30 (In-Store)

Techtorial: Here's the ad of Fry's Electronics for November 7-13 giving an exclusive deal for Super Smash Bros. (3DS) and other promo for video games and peripherals.

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News::Check Out Assassin's Creed Unity's Extensive Character Customization and Weapons Running on Xbox One

During the Assassins Creed Unity launch livestream currently being held by Ubisoft, the publisher showcased the extensive customization options which will allow you to create your own Arno.

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News::Call of Duty - Advanced Warfare Gameplay Walktrough Mission #4

Let's save a nuclear reactor. Call of Duty Advanced Warfare Mission #4 - Fission

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News::The Flock gets closed alpha, new trailer

The Flock, an asymmetric multiplayer game about one "Carrier" trying to survive a a group of monsters using only a flashlight, has released a new trailer to go along with its closed alpha.

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News::The Crew closed beta impressions: do racing games really need storylines?

Geeks Don't Lie gives their opinion on The Crew closed beta, as well as raising the question as to whether racing games really need storylines.

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News::Every Class In Overwatch, Broken Down

News::The Witcher Will Give You A Free Haircut!

CD Projekt Red has announced that theyll be rolling out a whopping 16 pieces of downloadable content to go along with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The groans are audible, but heres the kicker theyre all free! This craaaazy concept of free DLC is a new and welcome change if you ask me (and just about anyone else).

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News::Ubisoft's big fall releases aren't missing in action on Steam's US store anymore, like they were yes

News::Shadow Warrior Review | StickTwiddlers

The reimagining of 3D Realms cult classic shooter Shadow Warrior stays faithful to its origins whilst bringing the world to life like never before.

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News::Humble Store Celebrates Anniversary With Free Metro 2033

Hardcore Gamer: The Humble Store has turned 1, and its become such a big boy this year. Its been a haven for savings and enabled a lot of gamers to donate money to charity and enjoy their favorite hobby at the same time.

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News::8 Reasons Why Dragon Age 2 is Way Better Than You Remember

Twinfinite says: "As Dragon Age Inquisition's release date approaches, there's no better time to go back to Dragon Age 2 and remember how good it was."

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News::Dragon Age: Inquisition Screenshots are Absolutely Dazzling

Gameranx: "New screenshots detailing Dragon Age: Inquisition are very beautiful."

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News::Hearthstone expansion Goblins vs Gnomes coming this December

This trailer for Goblins vs Gnomes , an expansion for Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft hitting next month, sure is fun. I like it when videogame trailers are basically just songs.

The expansion will add more than 120 cards, including the new Mech minion type, which you can buy in-game using gold or real-world currency. Start saving! They'll be available in Goblins vs Gnomes-specific packs that are priced the same as Hearthstone expert card packs.

Blizzard also plans to roll out a spectator mode alongside the expansion. Once live, the feature will be enabled by default so be sure to turn it off if you're fearful of friends' prying eyes.

Hearthstone expansion Goblins vs Gnomes coming this December screenshot

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News::Metro 2033 free for 24 hours on the Humble Store

The Humble Store is celebrating one year of existence and that means a sale. And since websites tend to give gifts on their birthdays rather than receive them, that also means a full free copy of Metro 2033 for everyone who shows up in the next 24 hours.

You have until 10:00am Pacific tomorrow to claim the game -- just provide an email address on the Humble Bundle's main page. Note that the offer is for Metro 2033, not this year's upgraded Metro 2033 Redux. The original version is still worth checking out, though. Great atmosphere.

Metro 2033 free for 24 hours on the Humble Store screenshot

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News::Next Mass Effect: BioWare Explains Focus on New Generation Platforms, Gives Lots of New Info on Game

During the N7 Day developer roundtable livestream BioWare gave a bird-eye view on the upcoming Mass Effect game, not only showing some amazing pieces of concept art, but also explaining the concepts behind the game and giving many pieces of information about the philosophy driving development and the focus on the new generation of platforms.

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News::Big Hero 6 Is One Of The Year's Best Science Fiction Films, Period

Big Hero 6 Is One Of The Year's Best Science Fiction Films, Period

Disney's new film, Big Hero 6, is a celebration of science and the joy of innovation. In the guise of a superhero origin story, it tells a smart, inventive tale about young science geeks who grapple with issues around the responsible use of technology. It's one of the best science-fiction films in ages. Minor spoilers ahead...

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News::Heroes of the Storm enters closed beta in early 2015

Mike Morhaime, President of Blizzard Entertainment, took to the Blizzcon main stage today and announced the next stage of the companies MOBA title.

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