In Bound, God of War Devs Trade Ultra-Violence for Emotion
Bound is an upcoming narrative driven adventure game that channels various movements and styles from modern art. The creators of this peculiar title plan to combine their respective talents for over-the-top and strange visuals into making an emotional high-art fantasy adventure, and after my brief time with the game, I was pleasantly surprised and even a bit touched by what they’ve crafted.
Set in a surreal and abstract kingdom ruled by a benevolent Queen, she tasks the Princess with defeating a powerful monster that is ravaging the land. As the Princess journeys through this bizarre world that seems to resonate under her feet, she soon realizes that things may not be what they appear, and that both the monster and the world she inhabits may have more ties to her than she may realize.
Nintendo Keeping Linkle In Mind for Future Zelda Games
Linkle could appear in another Legend of Zelda game outside of Hyrule Warriors, according to Nintendo producer Eiji Aonuma.
We asked Aonuma what larger implications Linkle could have for the iconic adventure series. “I'm sure we will keep her in mind when thinking about future titles,” he told IGN in an email interview.
Linkle was revealed as a playable character coming to Hyrule Warriors Legends, the upcoming 3DS installment of Nintendo’s Zelda action spinoff. She can also be unlocked in the Wii U version. The latest trailer as of this writing shows her wielding dual crossbows on the battlefield.
“I had a chance to give feedback on Linkle during development, but the satisfying action of using a crossbow, which we developed for the spinoff title Link's Crossbow Training, was implemented this time completely by Koei Tecmo,” Aonuma said.
Mondo Does Spider-Gwen
With Mondo’s final gallery of the year starting next week in Austin, Texas, we have your first look at one of the posters that will be shown: Spider-Gwen by Phantom City Creative.
Spider-Gwen by Phantom City Creative. 18” x 24”. Limited to 175 copies.
Spider-Gwen is a recent addition to the Marvel Comics mythos, born from the idea of what would be the result if fates were reversed and it was Gwen Stacy who was bitten by a radioactive spider and Peter Parker who tragically died.
Resident Evil 0 Remaster Release Date Announced
The remastered version of Resident Evil 0 will release on January 19, Capcom has announced.
This enhanced HD port of the GameCube original will be available for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC for $19.99, according to the publisher's announcement.
Those who pre-order the game (for any platform except Xbox 360) will receive an exclusive costume pack, allowing you to dress up Billy up as a member of Wolf Force. The pack also features an in-game Resident Evil 0 t-shirt and cheerleader outfit for Rebecca.
Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hollywood Opening Date Announced
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is set to open in Universal Studios Hollywood on April 7, 2016. The announcement was made in a video presentation filmed at the park, featuring Potter alum Evanna Lynch ("Luna Lovegood"), which included a big light presentation at Hogwarts Castle many who live in LA's San Fernando Valley, where Universal is located, saw occur last night.
Alongside this announcement, Universal has kicked off a new campaign to build excitement for the park ahead of its launch next spring. For a sneak peek at the Los Angeles-based Wizarding World, check out the new promotional spot below.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter currently has park locations in both Universal Studios Florida and Universal Studios Japan. Here's a look at last year's grand opening of Diagon Alley in Orlando, featuring a host of different stores and rides, including one based on Deathly Hallow's iconic escape from Gringotts Bank.
Every Bullet Counts Adversary Mode Comes to GTA Online
The latest adversary mode to be added to Grand Theft Auto Online is called Every Bullet Counts and is now available.
Every Bullet Counts is a variant on Last Man Standing where four players compete in a confined space. You'll have just one marksman pistol and two bullets to take out your three opponents.
Once ammo runs out, you'll have to resort to hatchet or machete melee attacks. If you stay still for more than five seconds you'll have your blip revealed on the map, so you'll have to keep moving.
The new free for all game mode features a couple of new locations, including Michael's Rockford Hills mansion and the Tequi-la-la nightclub.
Other new content to be added to GTA Online this year includes Freemode Events, Lowriders, and the Slasher adversary mode. Grand Theft Auto V has now sold over 54 million copies, and the franchise has shipped over 220 million total.
System Shock 3 Teased by Otherside Entertainment
OtherSide Entertainment has launched a teaser site, confirming System Shock 3 is in development.
Aside from a large "System Shock 3" logo plastered across the main page, the teaser site doesn't offer any further information about the game.
OtherSide was recently formed by the creative team behind Ultima Underworld, and is currently working on a spiritual successor to the role-playing series with Underworld Ascendant. Studio co-founder Paul Neurath worked on System Shock 2 at his former studio LookingGlass.
Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power Announced for PlayStation 4
Frozenbyte has announced that Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power will be coming to PlayStation 4.
Pricing and release date will be announced at a later time, but it is expected to release before the end of 2015.
"We're happy to confirm the PS4 version of Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power. It's been a rollercoaster of a year but closing it with the PS4 release gives me great satisfaction," said Frozenbyte CEO Lauri Hyvärinen.
The PS4 version of Trine 3 will include The Quest for Cake level which was recently released for PC. It will also feature local co-op, will run at 1080p 60fps, and will support Stereoscopic 3D.
Trine 3 released on PC earlier this year, but received some negative feedback, which prompted a response from the developer.
Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star Release Date Announced
Mediatonic and Devolver Digital have announced that Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star will be coming to Steam on December 15, and PS4 and Vita on December 22.
The holiday-themed sequel to Hatoful Boyfriend will cost £7 in the UK, while pricing details for North America and elsewhere have yet to be announced. Players will "travel to fantastically styled worlds, meet interesting new chickadees, and find romance in the elegantly designed winter wonderlands."
We first learned that Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday Star would be coming this year back in June.
Hatoful Boyfriend: Holiday star will have new story elements that tie back to the original, along with plenty of manga and anime references. In IGN's review of the first game, we said that it "nails its plot with the help of its well-written characters."
Cyberpunk 2077 Reportedly Targeting 2016 Release
Cyberpunk 2077 may be releasing a bit earlier than expected, as a new report claims CD Projekt RED is planning to release the game by the end of 2016.
According to Gamereactor Germany (via Destructoid), a "source close to the company" has told the outlet the studio is aiming to launch the game sometime next year.
If the report proves true, this would be a significant bump forward in the game's release schedule, as earlier this year CD Projekt RED said it plans to focus on The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for the next couple years and won't be discussing Cyberpunk 2077 again until 2017.