“Vib-Ribbon” Slated for PSN Release Tomorrow
Sony Welcomes Vibri Back after 15-Year Hiatus
After Sony teased us with murmurs of the name “Vib-Ribbon” during this year’s E3 conference, the title finally arrives tomorrow for the PSN in North America, a fan favorite not all players got a chance to experience the first time the game was released in 1999. Read more »
“Super Smash Bros.” for 3DS
To Smash or Not to Smash, That Is the Question
It’s been six years since “Super Smash Bros. Brawl” was released, and the wait for the next installment(s) has felt even longer. Development for the next “Super Smash Bros.” game from there was locked tight from the public until director Masahiro Sakurai completed his game “Kid Icarus: Uprising.” Come E3 2013, the game was officially revealed, and the fandom rejoiced. Not only was there a new “Super Smash Bros.” coming to the Wii U, but for the first time “Super Smash Bros.” would be on a handheld device: the Nintendo 3DS. And now the time has come to smash together with friends portably. Does “Super Smash Bros.” play well on a handheld, or should it have just stayed with Nintendo’s main consoles? Read more »
“Monster Hunter 4G” Getting Nintendo Direct
A Japanese Nintendo Direct for the Upcoming Release
While the release date for "Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate" outside of Japan is still unknown, Nintendo is setting up another Nintendo Direct. Shown on Nintendo's Twitter page , this Nintendo Direct will be all about "Monster Hunter 4G," the Japanese version, and showcasing new and exciting elements of the game. Read more »
“The Crew” Pushed to December
Delay Was to Ensure Absolute Game Quality
With close to a month near its original release date, Nov. 11, Ubisoft's "The Crew" has been pushed back to Dec. 2, 2014. On Ubisoft's Twitter page , the announcement was made that the game would be released in December. Read more »
Disney Implodes “Tiny Death Star”
Game Removed from App Stores by Disney’s Request
The mobile fan favorite “Tiny Death Star” disappeared from the iOS App Store and Google Play Store in a move pulled by Disney, the publisher behind the “Tiny Tower” clone set in the “Star Wars” universe. Read more »
“Bloodborne” Alpha Pushed Back
Unspecified Issues Delay Alpha's Release
For those who were selected to participate in the "Bloodborne" Alpha, you're going to have to wait. The "Bloodborne" Alpha has been postponed due to "some issues." Read more »
Uber Entertainment Is Back on Kickstarter
New Game "Human Resources" in the Works
At first glance Human Resources looks like an awesome entry into the RTS genre fitting of Uber Entertainment. This statement unfortunately comes with a "but" in the form of some community outrage after only just moving their last Kickstarter title ("Planetary Annihilation") out of early access. Read more »
Pumpkaboo Distribution Event Is Now Live!
Super-Sized Ghost-Type Pokémon Available via Download
Halloween is fast approaching, and in the spirit of the spooky holiday, Nintendo is giving out treats of the “Pokémon” variety! Read more »
“Strider 2” Finally Arrives on PSN
Rare "Strider" Game coming to PSN on Oct. 7
Earlier this year, "Strider" got a reboot/remake/re-imagining with "Strider 2014," and the series is getting more love with Capcom releasing "Strider 2" from the original PlayStation on the PlayStation Network. Read more »
“Far Cry 4” Trailer Reveals Preorder Bonuses and More Monkeys
Hurk is Back!
Open-world wizard Ubisoft has put out a quick teaser showcasing the bonus goodies we'll get for pre-ordering "Far Cry 4." Players who do so will automatically receive the not-so-Limited Edition, which includes three missions with the incredible Hurk, a powerful harpoon gun known as The Impaler and ...additional monkeys. This is very serious business. Read more »
“Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor”
A Flash of Steel in the Land of Mordor
"It’s a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there’s no knowing where you might be swept off to." Read more »
“Tekken 7” Screenshots Reveal New Characters
New Challengers Enter the Ring!
"Tekken 7" was revealed at this years EVO, and since that time it has seen some new screens in addition to two new characters. Read more »
“Super Smash Bros.” for 3DS Has Day-One Patch
Patch Allows for Online Multiplayer
"Super Smash Bros." for 3DS has just been released outside of Japan, and many fans lined up for the midnight release at various Gamestops. While nothing is going to stop people from playing the single player content to unlock goodies, there is a patch already out there for the game to enable the online multiplayer. Read more »
Tidbits: The State of Gaming on Oct. 2
Things You May Have Missed
"Moon Hunters" Successfully Funded Read more »
“Induction:” First Impressions
Bryan Gale Travels in Time at EGX
Attending the EGX event this past week was a fantastic experience, not just because I got to try out the latest and greatest AAA titles that are coming our way, but also because I got to take the opportunity to speak to developers. More importantly, I spoke with developers in the indie scene. This won’t be new to those of you who have been here before, but for those who haven’t, I write a piece called "Eye on Indie:" a section dedicated to presenting you with the smaller world of indie games the casual programmer invents and the hobby development teams who bring those ideas into reality. Read more »
Another One Bites the Dust at Carbine, Holiday Content Cancelled
Designer Stephan Frost Quits, Holiday Content Ends Before It Starts
It doesn’t seem like “WildStar” fans can catch a break lately with another developer resignation and the cancellation of new PVE content, which has been begged for by fans not ready for the “raiding endgame” which includes strenuous, time-consuming daily grinds. Read more »
NoScope Team Divulges Details on Updated Frame Design
What It Takes to Build a Company from the Frames Up
NoScope glasses may be our best hope for gaming glasses that enhance the experience of long gaming sessions without taking a financial hit. For as little as $19.99, you can own a pair of one of their second-generation frames from this burgeoning company based in Cary, N.C. The NoScope team graciously sat down with Player Theory to answer some of the most pressing questions we had for the company. Read more »
Bungie Fixing “Destiny’s” Loot Issues
Good News for "Destiny" Players
"Destiny's" newest patch (1.0.2) is set to release next week bringing with it several changes to the strike missions, engrams, and loot drops. Read more »
“Quark”
Where Physics and Gaming ... Collide
As one last throwback to TiltExpo 2014, I’d like take you deep underground into the bowels of the Large Hadron Collider. Read more »
Is “Strife” the Next MOBA You Should Try?
S2 Games Are Back with a Different Style of MOBA
S2 Games, creators of "Heroes of Newerth" ("HoN") decided to create another MOBA called "Strife." Currently in open beta, "Strife" has received a lot of media attention due to S2 Games' promotional campaign. Read more »
