“Driveclub” Free for PS Plus Users Delayed
Postponed to Ease Online Traffic
Sony's big racing game "Driveclub" just released on Oct. 7, 2014 for in North America. While a free version of the game with some features were advertised for those who have PlayStation Plus, it wasn't available with the free monthly releases for PS Plus. The Driveclub's Facebook page announced that the PS Plus version would be slightly delayed. Read more »
“Myst” Receiving the “Defiance” Treatment, Gets a Show
“Myst” Franchise Snags TV Show Deal
Cyan Worlds, the developers behind the “Myst” franchise, sealed a deal with Legendary TV and Digital Media in order to develop a TV show for the 20-year old series. Read more »
“Divekick” Releases This Week for PS4 and Xbox One
Divekick!
This famous two-button fighter, will come to the next generation of consoles today. Read more »
“Activision” Announces Cross-Buy for “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare”
Free Upgrade from Last Gen
In an attempt to make you purchase the latest new console, "Activision" is offering a cross-buy promotion. Those who purchase "Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare" on PS3 or Xbox 360 digitally will receive a free upgrade code to Xbox One or PS4 respectively. Read more »
“Stardust Colonies” Kickstarting
A Unique, AI-Driven RTS
I stumbled upon this game quite by accident, but I must say that I am glad I did! "Stardust Colonies" is an AI-driven sci-fi RTS game where you manage not only the actions but also the emotional state of your minions in order to achieve goals and mission objectives. Read more »
“Kingdom Hearts III” Receives New Game Engine
Luminous Engine Switched to Unreal 4
In a recent interview at Famitus (in Japanese), Tetsuya Nomura announced "Kingdom Hearts III" will have a new game engine, Epic Games' Unreal 4 engine. Read more »
“The Players’ Score” Hits Kickstarter Funding Goal
Documentary Covers Cultural Impact of Video Game Music
It might be hard for today's youth to understand the thrill of walking into an arcade only to hear the siren's call of your favorite game's theme, beckoning you to the cabinet. However, they can identify with the heart-pounding excitement that accompanies the stereo sound of game music on the title screen of today's current gen games. Read more »
“Driveclub:” To Pay or Not to Pay?
Is This New Sony Exclusive worth the Extra Dough?
What is "Driveclub?" Read more »
Disney Interactive Debuts on PC with 21 Steam Games
10 Percent Off All Titles through Oct. 12
In a grand entrance to the PC stage, Disney Interactive has released 21 franchise titles on Steam today. Ranging from "Pure" off-road racing to a "Winnie the Pooh" animated storybook, the games are discounted by 10 percent across the board. Bulk buyers should check out the various bundles, including the Other-Worldly Adventure Pack ($62.99) and the Princess and Fairy Pack ($44.99). The Mega Pack, which contains the publisher's 14 most popular games, is priced at $98.99. Read more »
Welcome to 1986: LucasFilm’s “Habitat” is Making a Comeback
The Original MMO Makes a (Triumphant?) Return
The breakthrough Commodore 64 multi-player experience developed by LucasFilm is making a comeback. Thanks to Alex Hardy, founder and director of the Museum of Art and Digital Entertainment in Oakland, CA, 1986's "Habitat" is given a second life. Read more »
