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April 14, 2013
New Tomb Raider Maps
Although the most enjoyable aspect of the new Tomb Raider is obviously the action-packed singleplayer, Square Enix seem confident enough with their multiplayer to bring out a new 1939 multiplayer map pack already. The new map pack is for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and the PC, and will add two new levels to the multiplayer in the new Tomb Raider.
The new 1939 Multiplayer Map Pack will also include new weapon packs and multiplayer characters that will tie into the new maps. New content will be able to be found within each new multiplayer map, and from the details page, things are looking quite interesting.
The first
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October 31, 2012
Rumor Mill: Mass Effect 4
The Commander Shepard story has finished, but that doesn't mean the Mass Effect universe has to die. It's almost impossible not to appreciate the work BioWare has put into their universe and the lore and origins of all the species and characters within the game. The current trilogy was a great success, and it'd be a shame to see the universe disappear without any other windows into the huge world.
BioWare feel the same way too, and they're throwing a few ideas around to help brew up a great concept that could fit into the hugely expansive universe, and to them, the end of the Shepard trilogy could be the start
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October 30, 2012
Hitman Info
With the frequent sequels of the mainstream franchises like Call of Duty and Halo, other games developers may have a very small window to shine through. This isn't stopping Sqaure Enix though, and they're going to put all their worth into advertising and media outlets to create a following that could be a worthy competitor to the big developers this year like 343 and Activision.
The developers of Hitman Absolution believe that their game will be the last big game of the year, which is a big claim to make when being released so close to games like Halo 4 and Call of Duty Black Ops 2.
Square Enix are concentrating on creating a huge advertising
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August 14, 2012
Sleeping Dogs Combat System
In almost every one of their interviews United Front Games have been emphasizing a lot about the combat mechanics in their upcoming game, Sleeping Dogs. The combat is supposed to be intuitive, amazing and fun.
Well in their behind the scenes trailer they might have finally revealed their secret weapon. The 'who', the person that might have helped them take the whole combat experience to another level. The trailer follows UFC Walter Weight Champion George St-Pierre's visit to United Front Games and his involvement with the team.
Check out the trailer here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=stoRCe_Zt5E
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August 14, 2012
Special Edition Sleeping Dogs
I don't know exactly what United Front Games and Square Enix are thinking but they must be thinking something.
First there was news about bonus content given to those who pre-order the game in US, you can get the "Police Protection Pack" by purchasing from Gamestop or the "Martial Arts Pack" when you purchase from Amazon.
Then there was news about the Limited Edition available in the UK. Anyone who pre-ordered the game in the UK would be receiving the Limited Edition at no extra charge. The Limited Edition contained the "Police Protection Pack" and the "George St-Pierre (GSP) Pack."
If all
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August 13, 2012
Limited Edition Sleeping Dogs Bundle
Sleeping Dogs is set to launch on the 14th of August in the US and on the 17th of August in the UK. In our previous article we got to see some of the pre-order bonuses that were available to the gamers in US and today we shall be looking at what our UK gamer brethren shall be receiving.
It seems the UK gamers are getting a bit of an better treatment since anyone who is going to pre-order the game in UK is going to instantly be getting the Limited Edition of the game at no extra charge. The Limited Edition is priced at £36.99 at Amazon UK, the exact same price as the normal
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August 13, 2012
Sleeping Dogs Pre-Order Bonuses
A few pre-order bonuses for United Front Games' Sleeping Dogs have surfaced. The game is set to release on August 14th but like any major release Square Enix has decided to throw a few extras along for the faithful few who you decide to buy it before launch. Currently there seems to be two packs which are retailer specific.
If you purchase from Amazon you will get the "Martial Arts" pack which includes:
Exclusive Bonus Mission - Shaolin Showdown
Exclusive Bonus Outfit - Shaolin Warrior Outfit which gives greater striking damage
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August 09, 2012
Sleeping Dogs Info
Over the years we have seen an increased involvement of celebrities within the gaming industry. But the best way they are involved with the industry is not via gimmicky PR stunts and endorsements but by actually contributing to the games themselves.
Keeping motion capture aside, the major way these guys contribute is via voice acting which if done properly, really gives games another level of authenticity and allows gamers to connect to the story and the characters. This is why games like the Uncharted series are so great, because the voice acting and dialogue is just superb.
United Front Games have been saying that
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August 08, 2012
Sleeping Dogs Reception
As you may already know, Sleeping Dogs is an open world cop drama inspired by classic Hollywood and Asian cinema action style thrillers is set to launch August 14th. Based on recent events, Activision (the original publisher) who lost faith in the game and sold the rights to the game to Square Enix might be REALLY regretting their decision.
Given the fact that the game is very much like GTA and has traits very much like other games it was no surprise when Activision had written it off as a failure in the beginning. But United Front Games have really pulled through and have created a really solid and fun experience that seems
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July 28, 2012
Sleeping Dogs Info
When it started out this game was called True Crime: Hong Kong and was being published by Activision. However after a certain point in development Activision decided to scrap the whole project based on the fact that the game would not be as profitable in comparison to the amount of cash required for its production.
Luckily Square Enix came to the rescue and bought off the rights to the game. Although they did not get the rights to the name and hence Sleeping Dogs was born. I would say it was a smart choice from Square Enix as the game has turned out to be one of the highly anticipated games of this year. The game is being developed by United