“Super Smash Bros. for 3DS” Update Version 1.0.3 Out Now
Update Includes Conquest Mode and Balancing Adjustments
Following the first update for "Super Smash Bros." for 3DS, Nintendo has released Update Version 1.0.3. According to Nintendo's Support Page, there are instructions to update "Super Smash Bros. for 3DS," just like the previous update. The adjustments include Conquest chart not being on display when Conquest Mode isn't active and balancing fixes. Read more »
“Game of Thrones” Game Scheduled for Late 2014
Winter is Coming
TellTale Games' "Game of Thrones" series is still in the works. Even though the release date remains to be announced, PR Specialist Laura Perusco confirmed on her Twitter page that "Game of Thrones" will be releasing this year for sure. Read more »
“Pokémon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire” Combo Pack Coming to Best Buy
Offer includes 200 potions
For those looking to snag both copies of "Pokemon Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire," Best Buy is offering a special dual pack containing both games. Priced at $79.89 (currently), this offer includes 200 potions to use in game. Read more »
“Bayonetta 2”
Star of Action Has Arrived to the Party
Nintendo graciously let “Bayonetta 2” live on in the wake of funding absence, despite fan and critic appraisal and a decent number in sales. This begs the question: Is the continuation of the hack-and-slash game “Bayonetta” worth your attention?
I will be upfront: go buy “Bayonetta 2:” Get a Wii U and play this game. All gamers should be playing this game. I haven’t seen this much polish and love put into a video game in a long time. Not only do you get the sequel, but it also comes with the first “Bayonetta” updated for the Wii U. This game is jammed pack with non-stop climax action, and it won’t disappoint. Read more »
Fanmade “Suikoden 2.5” Coming Soon
If Fans Wait Long Enough for a Game, They’ll Make It Themselves
The first installment in a series of episodes sequeling “Suikoden 2” is slated to release in early November. According to the developer’s Facebook page, the first chapter serves as a prequel to the earliest events of “Suikoden 2,” showing screenshots of Lucas and Agares Blight, two of the initial antagonists. The second and third episodes will take place after the events of “Suikoden 2,” and comments have shown that Viktor will be the star of this game. The team added that “2.5” will keep the story-driven feel that “Suikoden” fans have grown used to and that they intend to keep the prequel/sequel within constraints of the series’ lore. Read more »
Hideo Kojima Wins Lifetime Achievement Award at Golden Joystick 2014
Dark Souls II, Ubisoft Montreal Among Other Winners
The Golden Joystick Awards took place yesterday in the UK, and 18 winners were voted in by the fans themselves. The ceremony, which has been recognizing popular games and makers since 1983, awarded its second Lifetime Achievement award to Hideo Kojima for his contributions to the industry. Read more »
Bayonetta Cameos in “Wonderful 101”
A Wonderful Crossover
Looks like the love for "The Wonderful 101" isn't over yet. According to the official Platinum Games' Twitter, they showed a picture of the titular character Bayonetta modeled after the characters in "The Wonderful 101," along with information on her weapons and "real" identity (without the mask the Wonderful 101 normally wears during battles). Read more »
Tidbits: The State of Gaming on Oct. 24
Things You May Have Missed
“Civilization: Beyond Earth” Release! Read more »
Standby for “Titanfall” Game Update!
Update Eight Brings Many New Features
Good news "Titanfall" fans, you're game is getting a massive update! Update Eight brings many new features and game modes for all FPS fans to enjoy. If the other modes aren't your cup of tea then maybe try out the all new ranked play ... that is, if you get an invite. Read more »
“Super Smash Bros.” for Wii U 50-Fact Extravaganza
Game Bursts with New Content
Nintendo just announced a bundle of information in its latest Nintendo Direct for "Super Smash Bros. for Wii U." There were over 50 facts shown off, and voiced by the announcer to boot, and here's what is in store for this mighty installment of "Super Smash Bros." Read more »
“Assassin’s Creed Unity” Required PC Specs Revealed
Truly Next-Gen Requirements
"Assassin's Creed Unity" is looking to be a truly next-gen release. PC gamers may have to step up their systems a good bit to be able to run it. Read more »
PS4 Software Update Launches Next Week
"Masamune" Update Pushing Shortly
According to the official PlayStation Twitter , Sony announced that the next PlayStation 4 software update, titled Masamune, will be launching next week on Oct. 28. In this update, Share Play, USB music player, and more will be included. Judging by the picture shared on the tweet, themes may be included, as well. Read more »
“Dead or Alive 5: Last Round” Heading for Feburary Release
Ready for Its Final Round
"Dead or Alive 5: Last Round's" release date has been announced. On Twitter, Ninja Team retweeted that the game will release on Feb. 17, 2015 in North America with Europe getting their copies on Feb. 20, 2015. Read more »
“The Unfinished Swan” Release Date Announced
Cross-Buy Included
PlayStation 3's "The Unfinished Swan" is heading to the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita, and the release date for the new versions have been announced. Read more »
“Clash of Clans” or Professional Baseball?
A Hard Decision for Anyone
It seems that what started as a fun past-time turned into an addiction for much of the Kansas City Royals baseball team. After starting the season at the top of their division, a seemingly sudden drop in performance around the halfway mark left the coaching staff puzzled. Read more »
“The Legend of Korra”
Just Needs a Bit More Avatar Training
Video game adaptations of different mediums are … tricky beasts to comprehend. They started out great with “DuckTales” and the varying Mickey Mouse games on the NES, SNES, and Genesis. Sure, there were several lackluster ones as well, but normally when a game adaptation was mentioned, people were excited. Not so much nowadays. Most notorious with movies that just released on the big screen, many companies tried to rush a game out that falls further than short to match the movie’s standards. Unless an adaptation is well planned ahead to exist in the universe or on its own (e.g., the “Batman Arkham" series), video game adaptations don’t inspire a lot of confidence. Read more »
“Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” Releases New Trailer
Back into Freddy's? Oh No...
The sequel to Scott Cawthon's point-and-click survival horror game, "Five Nights at Freddy's," has a sequel in the works according to its Steam Greenlight page. Read more »
Yoshi’s Circuit Returns in “Mario Kart 8”
"Mario Kart: Double Dash" Track Comes to First DLC Pack
Another Retro track is brought to life in "Mario Kart 8." This time, it's Yoshi's Circuit from the tag-team racer "Mario Kart: Double Dash" on the Nintendo GameCube. Announced on Nintendo's YouTube page (Japanese language), the track is brought back in HD. Read more »
Amiibo Figures Set for “Hyrule Warriors”
Link's Figure from "Super Smash Bros."
"Super Smash Bros. for Wii U" isn't the only game to have "The Legend of Zelda"-themed Amiibo figure support. On Nintendo of America's official Twitter , Nintendo announced that the Link figure styled from his appearance in "Super Smash Bros. for Wii U" will be compatible with "Hyrule Warriors." What this means for "Hyrule Warriors" is unknown at this time, but Nintendo promises more information later. Read more »
