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Indie Game Lookout for August 11, 2016
After voicing my desire to highlight great non-shooter games in Indie Game Lookout last week, I received a few suggestions. I thank everyone who sent me suggestions. There will be one shooter game here, though, because I couldn’t stay away forever. As always, if you know of any great indie titles, let me know via Twitter. Also, we have started an Indie Game Lookout group on Steam that highlights t...[Read More]
Microsoft Confirms 2 TB Xbox One S is a Limited-Time Model
There is currently only one version of the Xbox One S in stores: the 2 TB model. For those unsure about getting the upgraded console, know that this version is only available for a limited time. When it’s gone, it’s gone. Microsoft confirmed as much with GameSpot in a statement. “The 2 TB Xbox One S was released as a special launch edition in limited quantities only. We’re thrilled at ...[Read More]
Capcom Confirms Dates for Dead Rising Remasters
Back in mid-July, we mentioned that Capcom may have plans to bring a remastered Dead Rising to the PlayStation 4. Capcom was reticent to talk about the veracity of the rumors. Today, Capcom has confirmed the game is indeed coming, and it has let everyone know it will have lots of company. The publisher has announced remasters of Dead Rising, Dead Rising 2, and Dead Rising 2: Off the Record. They w...[Read More]
PS4 Neo Reportedly to be Unveiled in Early September
Sony has been quite mum about the PlayStation 4 Neo ever since it confirmed its existence. Reportedly, Sony will announce PS4 Neo on September 7th at an event. Vice and Gameblog both report the event, which will be held in New York. This event’s date is well before the September 15th date for the Tokyo Game Show. There are no other details. If true, Sony should be sending out event invitations soo...[Read More]
Battlefield 1 Collector’s Edition Announced for $129.99 – Game Not Included!
In one of the stranger ideas to ever escape the minds of mortal man, a Collector’s Edition of Battlefield 1 is available to pre-order. It includes a 14” statue, a steel book case, a cloth poster, a deck of cards, a messenger pigeon tube that holds codes for DLC content, and a patch. But no game. Yes, I wrote no game. It is an Amazon exclusive bundle and costs $129.99 ($103.99 with Prime). But the ...[Read More]
First DLC for Doom Released Today
id Software opened this year’s QuakeCon with a surprise announcement. Unto the Evil, the first DLC for Doom, was announced and released today. A trailer was released that shows off the additions to the base game. They include three new maps (Cataclysm, Offering, and Ritual); a new weapon (the UAC EMG pistol); a new item (Kinetic Mine); a new demon (the Harvester); and new armor and taunts (such as...[Read More]
Overwatch Has a New Mode: Lucioball
Overwatch just got a new mode call Lucioball, and it may seem familiar to many gamers. The mode, in fact, turns the FPS into Rocket League. And it’s actually pretty fun! Lucioball is a the current weekly brawl in the game. It is a 3v3 skirmish set in an arena that’s a ringer for a Rocket League pitch, and everyone is Lucio. The players race around the arena, attempting to bounce a huge soccer ball...[Read More]
Xbox One Summer Update Begins Rolling Out
The Xbox One summer update has begun to roll out to users this weekend. This update may take a few days as not everyone will receive the prompt to update immediately. The summer update includes two big additions: Background Music and Cortana. As its name implies, Background Music allows users to play games while listening to music. It will work with Pandora out of the gate, and support for iHeartR...[Read More]
Indie Game Lookout for July 28, 2016
Another week, another batch of Indie Game Lookout titles. I actually had more intriguing titles than I had spots. I do want to keep it to three entries per week; I don’t want to drop a whole encyclopedia on everyone. I’m thinking of doing side bits where I highlight a particularly juicy title. Let me know what you think about that, and please keep feeding me indie goodness on my Twitter account. W...[Read More]
Rainbow Six Siege Playable for Free This Weekend on Xbox One
This weekend, Xbox Live Gold subscribers will be able to play Rainbow Six: Siege for free. The game will be available for free from Thursday to Sunday on the Xbox One. Ubisoft’s multiplayer tactical shooter is receiving an expansion, titled Operation Skull Rain, on August 2nd. The expansion will be officially revealed during this weekend’s Xbox Pro League Season 2 tournament. Its included map will...[Read More]
Never Ending Night: Knight’s Saga Early Impressions
Developer Dot Dream is poised to enter a new phase with its latest project, Never Ending Night: Knight’s Saga. It is due to be released on September 13, 2016 via Steam for PC, Mac, and Linux. In addition, the game will also see an as-yet undated release on both the Xbox One and the PlayStation 4. This is a huge step for them; they will potentially reach a much wider audience with this move. It’s a...[Read More]
Pac-Man Championship Edition 2 Drops This September
Pac-Man Championship Edition 2, the sequel to the awesome Pac-Man Championship Edition DX, has been announced and set for a September release for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. The sequel will have the same fast-paced ghost chaining and eating as the original. In addition to the score attack mode, it features a new Adventure mode that includes moving fruit and boss battles. Plus, Pac-M...[Read More]