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9Nov

By Paul1 Comment

Mass Effect N7 Day 2024 Round-Up

November 7th, known as N7 Day, is a significant day in the calendar of Mass Effect fans. 'N7' refers to the in-universe military designation used by Earth's System Alliance, assigned to trilogy protagonist Commander Shepard and Mass Effect: Andromeda character Alec Ryder, among others. On this day each year, Mass Effect developer BioWare tends to release new merchandise or updates on the franchise. In previous years, these information drops have focused on teasing the next game in the franchise, including an event last year that saw fans deciphering clues to earn snippets from a new teaser video. However, following the recent release of Dragon Age: The Veilguard (DA:TV), BioWare tempered expectations leading into N7 Day by saying this year would be "quieter". Quieter does not mean silen...

8Nov

By CharlotteNo Comments

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The Sound of Gaming

BBC Radio 3 and the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra are bringing the magic of video game music from the concert hall straight into the world of gaming with The Sound of Gaming – a virtual, live concert for fans across the UK. The concert will be performed by the BBC Philharmonic on Saturday 23 November at 4pm. This innovative concert was developed exclusively for BBC Radio 3’s Sound of Gaming as part of a pilot project in partnership with BBC Research & Development working in the MAX–R project with Improbable. The experience employs cutting-edge technology to let users explore, interact, and enjoy a live orchestral performance of music from the nation’s best-loved game soundtracks virtually from their own home. Turn The Volume Up The Sound of Gaming will be conducted by award-winning vide...

Beyond The Darkness Gets November Launch

8Nov

By CharlotteNo Comments

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Beyond The Darkness Gets November Launch

Indie developer My Little Studio has announced their platformer Beyond The Darkness will launch on Steam on November 14. In Beyond The Darkness players will enter an eerie world of memories, accompanying a young girl named Millie on her search for her parents and brother. Shine The Light Beyond The Darkness is a game filled with mystery, danger, and the supernatural, where a once-cozy home has turned into a terrifying lair of monsters. The end goal is to help Millie escape this nightmare world, find her parents, and flee from the lurking creature. All with only an old lamp to keep her safe. Players will have to keep the light alive, solve puzzles, and master new mechanics. Do you have what it takes to survive in a world swallowed by darkness, fear, and monsters? https://www.youtube....

6Nov

By CharlotteNo Comments

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Game Night Gets New Trailer

Fantail Games have released a new trailer for their mixed reality party game Game Night. Coming to Early Access on November 18th, Game Night will be available for Quest 2, Pro, 3 and 3S. Blending arcade action and multiplayer mayhem, get ready for a series of riotously fun minigames each with mixed reality chaos! Bring On The Competition Game Night will feature three minigames as it enters Early Access. Firstly there will be Fishing, in which players must compete to scoop the most fish into the basket. Next up is Bouncing, in which players bat their balloon rabbits into carrots for points. And of course Slapping, in which the alien jelly menace must be contained, presumably by slapping it? Online Multiplayer is not supported, as Fantail Games are aiming to encourage VR lovers of all a...

Ritual Party, A New Horror Party Game Unmasked

5Nov

By CharlotteNo Comments

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Ritual Party, A New Horror Party Game Unmasked

Hologram Monster Oy have unmasked their latest game, Ritual Party. A brand-new horror-themed co-op party game that challenges players to summon cosmic horrors from the Cthulhu mythos together. Friends Who Summon Together... Ritual Party is a 4-player co-op party game in which the players conduct rituals to summon all manner of cosmic horrors . With nosy neighbours, mischievous ghosts, and a host of random events constantly challenging players, the path to summoning ultimate horror is far from straightforward. Chaos ensues as the players strive to complete the ceremony, a tough endeavour by itself, before law enforcement busts down the door. Candles need to be lit, pentagrams drawn and blood sacrifices be made. Each stage challenges players to summon an Old One, with some stages intr...

Warring Winds Kickstarter Quickly Funded

3Nov

By KatNo Comments

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Warring Winds Kickstarter Quickly Funded

Warring Winds has been fully funded within the first hour of its Kickstarter campaign. The successful $20,000 early funding secures the games core development goals. However, with a full month remaining, there is still time for gamers to back this campaign and hit the developer's stretch goals. innovative features Community Drives Success Warring Winds is a 2D platform fighting game developed by Inner Eye Games that integrates a detailed story, accessible features for the visually impaired, and multiplayer gameplay. The game’s setting is inspired by an alternate history in the Pacific Northwest. This blends elements of regional Native American and Japanese cultures. The central tournament in Warring Winds celebrates Koaku, the Thunderbird and Lord of the Sky. Whose blessing of wind magic...

Croc Legend of the Gobbos Remaster Coming Soon

3Nov

By Charlotte2 Comments

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Croc Legend of the Gobbos Remaster Coming Soon

Argonaut Games has announced its much-anticipated Croc Legend of the Gobbos Remaster. The game will launch digitally in December 2024 on consoles and Windows PCs as an exclusive on GOG. The fun doesn't stop there though. Argonaut Games has partnered with Rock It Games to release the physical and special Collector’s Editions of Croc Legend of the Gobbos Remaster. Physical pre-orders from Rock It Games begin today for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, lasting until December 10, 2024. With physical orders aiming to ship in Q2 of 2025. Additionally, a Gobbo plush will be available for purchase from the Rock It Games website. Read on to find out more about these physical standard and collectors editions! Yazaree! Croc Legend of the Gobbos Remaster follows the heartwarming journey of an en...

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Launches

2Nov

By Alex CrooksNo Comments

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Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Launches

The Pokémon Company group launched the highly anticipated Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket. The new free-to-start app for iOS and Android reimagines the experience of collecting Pokémon TCG cards in an innovative digital format! Pokémon Trading Cards kept comfortably in your phone Now available around the world, Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket offers a fresh take on card collection, inviting fans to experience the thrill of opening booster packs, discovering cards with unique visual effects and engaging in quick battles — all easily accessible from their mobile devices. With the launch of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, fans can begin building their card collections with the first expansion, titled Genetic Apex, which features many fan-favourite Pokémon originally discovered in t...

Sintopia Announced By Piraknights and Team17

2Nov

By CharlotteNo Comments

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Sintopia Announced By Piraknights and Team17

 Team17 Digital and Piraknights Games have unveiled their new game, Sintopia. A God simulation game where you reign over Imployees in the bureaucratic administration of Hell. And no, that's not the tax office! Next Sinner Please Sintopia is a mix of builder and God game, with an asymmetrical loop. Players can influence a civilization to make their mark on the world. Unfortunately for these people this also damns their souls thanks to every sin they commit trying to do just that! Continue your demonic fun as you punish the dead souls! All to generate profit to help you build and sustain your Hellish empire.Don't forget to keep your receipts for the accounting department though! Maybe this is the tax office afterall... https://youtu.be/YRmlUl1vXXc Key Game Features Be All powerfu...

Steam Next Fest October 2024 – Puzzles, Police Work & Pulsing Beats

1Nov

By Rowen Cameron2 Comments

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Steam Next Fest October 2024 – Puzzles, Police Work & Pulsing Beats

Just like that, another Steam Next Fest is done and dusted. Were there oodles of demos? Yes. Did I play through an ungodly amount of them? Also yes. Is my Wishlist now the length of A Song of Ice and Fire? Three for three, you got me. The number of demos on offer can be a double-edged sword; I’m still getting through the last few! But what was exhibited gave gamers plenty to be excited about for the end of the year and the beginning of 2025. So, without further ado, here are five standout demos from Steam Next Fest October 2024 aka the last Next Fest of 2024: Kill The Shadow Developer: Shadow Light Sanctuary Publisher: 663 Games Genre: Adventure/RPG/Puzzle Planned Release Date: 2024 Platforms: PC A game that blends detective work, a complex story and the supernatural and throw...