JGL & Anne Hathaway Re-Team for Sidekicks
The Dark Knight Rises' Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Anne Hathaway are re-teaming for a short film called Sidekicks, set to debut on Pivot's HitRECord on TV.
Gordon-Levitt is encouraging fans to submit their own artwork for Sidekicks, which will be added in post-production to create a truly collaborative superhero action flick. You can check out the requirements for submissions over on hitRECord's website -- where you can also take a look at the script by BriTANick's Nick Kocher and BJ McElhaney.
Sidekicks marks the latest episode of Gordon-Levitt's HitRECord on TV, which calls for aspiring young filmmakers and artists to collaborate on a specific theme per episode. Taking the theme of "the number 2," Sidekicks spotlights the right-hand-men to brash superheroes Brock Blaster (Gordon-Levitt) and Vivica Virus (Hathaway).
Helldivers Arrives Early March
Helldivers, the top-down shooter from Arrowhead Game Studios, is coming out on March 3rd in the US and March 4th in Europe for the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and PlayStation Vita, with cross-play support.
We've reached out to Arrowhead for pricing details.
According to the Playstation blog post from Arrowhead co-founder Malin Hedström, the team will have more info in the coming weeks.
IGN previewed Helldivers at the PlayStation Experience event last December, saying, "You only think you know what the word 'cooperative' means until you play Helldivers."
Guild Wars 2 Writer Leaves to Work on Destiny
One of the lead story writers on Guild Wars 2 has left to work on Destiny.
According to his Twitter, today is John Ryan's last day at ArenaNet before he heads over to Bungie next week, where he'll start a new job as "editor/loremaster".
While it isn't completely confirmed what the role will entail, it seems likely Ryan will be expected to keep track of the wider lore of Destiny's universe, perhaps with a view to making sure future storylines transition smoothly into Destiny 2 and beyond.
We learned last week that Destiny has over 16 million registered players, and a "major content release" is on the way later this year, though we're not quite sure what it is. For more on Destiny, be sure to check out IGN's wiki for the shooter as well as our review of the first expansion, The Dark Below.
Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation Heads to PS Vita
Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation is coming to PlayStation Vita this summer.
The game is a remake of Hyperdimension Neptunia Victory released in 2012 for PlayStation 3. The remake is said to feature an expanded story, new scenarios, and even more zany comedy.
“It’s time to Nep-Nep like it’s 1989,” reads the press release. “Neptune’s been sucked into an alternate dimension of Gamindustri! In order for her to escape from this late ‘80s world, Neptune will have to collect enough shares to open up the path to her own dimension. Sounds easy enough – except a nefarious alliance called the Seven Sages wants to rid Gamindustri of all CPUs, including Neptune!”
Hyperdimension Neptunia Re;Birth3: V Generation lets players have an impact on the virtual world, allowing them modify dungeon treasures and tweak enemy difficulty as they see fit.
Here’s Whats in the New Elder Scrolls Online Cash Shop
The Elder Scrolls Online new Crown Store will add the ability to buy health, magicka and stamina potions, along with ones that will increase the rate at which you accrue experience.
A new blog post offers a look at some of the items players will be able to purchase once the game introduces a cash shop as part of its transition away from a subscription model.
The main thrust of what will be offered are "customisation and convenience" items that shouldn't affect the core game. While unique mounts, vanity pets and costumes are the extent of the "customisation" portion, some concern has been raised the potions could create a pay-to-win scenario. Game director Matt Firor is keen to emphasise such worries are unfounded:
New Wario, Rosalina and Donkey Kong Amiibo Spotted
Nintendo today launched Mario Party 10's Japanese website, and hidden within are pictures of never before seen Amiibo.
The images from the site show new Amiibo designs for Wario, Rosalina and Donkey Kong, but it is currently unclear whether Nintendo will release them under the Super Mario Bros. Amiibo range, or a new Mario Party 10 range.
Given how quickly the last Rosalina Amiibo sold out, fans would be wise to pre-order these as soon as possible if they don't want to miss out.
Keep it locked to IGN to find out the release date for this new wave of Amiibo once we have it.
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Naruto Wall Battles to Return in Next Ninja Storm
This week's issue of manga publication Shonen Jump has confirmed that wall battles will be making a return in Naruto Shippuden: Ultimate Ninja Storm 4.
While wall battles made their debut in the original Naruto: Ultimate Ninja Storm, they have been absent in every iteration since. As well as bringing back wall battles, the upcoming Naruto brawler will also allow players to run across cliffs - further opening up the battlefield.
This is the first Naruto game to be developed for current-gen systems, and promises to shake up the series' tried and tested combat while also featuring the largest roster in the franchise's history.
No western release date has been announced yet, but the game is set to be released in Japan on PS4, Xbox One and PC this year.
I Am Bread Adds Baguette, Garden, and New Modes
Today, Bossa Studios is releasing a new level, two new modes, and a new bread type for I Am Bread.
In the update, players will be taking their bread simulation outdoors into The Garden.
There are also two new game modes. Free Roam mode was much requested by fans, and allows you to explore any level to your heart's content. In Rampage Mode, it's all about causing as much destruction as possible.
Lastly, the game will be feeling a little French with the addition of a playable baguette.
I Am Bread is available on Steam Early Access for £7 / $10. Make sure to keep up with IGN's coverage of updates.
Story of Seasons Gets Release Date
XSEED Games has announced via Twitter that Story of Seasons will be coming to North America on March 31.
Exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS, players can "create fully customizable character
, selecting gender, hair style and facial features as desired" before moving into a small settlement in Oak Tree Town. Time will be spent tending to crops and animals, building relationships, and collecting resources to expand all aspects of their home, "granting total freedom to shape their homestead as they wish and fit virtually any play style."
Bloodborne’s Haunting Music
Like From Software's games before it, Bloodborne is punctuated with epic, brutal, and memorable boss battles. But while the art and combat design are both part of the reason why these encounters are so iconic, there's an unsung hero to the Souls series: its incredible music.
That's why we're happy to debut a behind-the-scenes look at the work that goes into producing one of these tracks. Seeing the song emanate an entire orchestra alongside a choir makes you appreciate the piece even more.
For much more on Bloodborne, stay tuned all month to IGN First.