Posts by John Papadopoulos:

Satellite Reign is a real-time, class-based strategy game from the creator of Syndicate Wars

Posted on: 28 Jun 2013

5 Lives Studios has just launched the Kickstarter campaign for Satellite Reign. Satellite Reign is a real-time, class-based strategy game. You control a team of four agents, each with distinct and unique abilities, collectively battling for control of a fully simulated, living cyberpunk city.

New Screenshots For 2D/3D Puzzle Platformer ‘Contrast’

Posted on: 28 Jun 2013

Focus Home Interactive released some new screenshots for Contrast. During E3 2013, the game was showcased and players were able to take on the role of Dawn, an imaginary friend, in the oneiric universe fueled by Didi’s imagination. Didi, an adventurous nine year old is hopeful of reuniting her parents as she uncovers truths and … Continue reading New Screenshots For 2D/3D Puzzle Platformer ‘Contrast’ →

GDC Europe 2013 – Blizzard, Epic Games & GOG.com Talks Revealed

Posted on: 28 Jun 2013

Organizers of GDC Europe 2013 have announced its latest talks for this August’s Cologne event, including GOG.com’s Trevor Longino on what developers need to build buzz on their game, StarCraft II: Heart of the Swarm’s Brian Kindregan on cinematics for storytelling, and Epic’s Chris Mielke on outsourcing to external art teams.

Unity Engine – Officially Supports Windows 8, Windows Phone 8 & Xbox One

Posted on: 28 Jun 2013

Unity Technologies, provider of the Unity multi-platform game engine and development tools, has entered into an agreement with Microsoft to collaborate on development tools for Windows 8, Windows Phone 8 and Xbox One. This collaboration will make it even easier for developers to bring popular games, entertainment and apps to Microsoft platforms.

DirectX 11.2 Revealed – Available Only On Windows 8.1 & Xbox One [UPDATE]

Posted on: 28 Jun 2013

Well, we all saw that coming. In an attempt to promote its latest OS, Microsoft has officially revealed the new version of its DX API. And as you may have guessed, it is coming exclusively on Windows 8.1 and Xbox One. DirectX 11.2 was presented at its Build Conference, and you can find the keynotes … Continue reading DirectX 11.2 Revealed – Available Only On Windows 8.1 & Xbox One [UPDATE] →

Rogue Legacy – genealogical rogue-“LITE” with procedural generated levels – released

Posted on: 28 Jun 2013

Cellar Door Games released its genealogical rogue-“LITE” with procedural generated levels title, Rogue Legacy. In Rogue Legacy, each time you die, your child will succeed you. Every child is unique. One child might be colorblind, another might have tourettes– they could even be a dwarf.

Leisure Suit Larry: In The Land Of The Lounge Lizards Reloaded – Now Available

Posted on: 27 Jun 2013

Replay Games has released the remake of Leisure Suit Larry: In The Land Of The Lounge Lizards. Al Lowe has teamed up with Sierra Vet-eran Josh Mandel, to bring this amazing, perverted game back to life – updated and expanded in every way imaginable. The game is priced at 13.99 and can be purchased from … Continue reading Leisure Suit Larry: In The Land Of The Lounge Lizards Reloaded – Now Available →

Splinter Cell: Blacklist – Spies vs. Mercs Introduction Trailer

Posted on: 27 Jun 2013

Ubisoft has released a new trailer for Splinter Cell: Blacklist in which the French company explains the basic features of the game’s MP mode, Spies vs. Mercs. Spies play in third person perspective, they are fast and agile, use the environment as their weapon and hide in the shadows to surprise their enemies. Mercs, on … Continue reading Splinter Cell: Blacklist – Spies vs. Mercs Introduction Trailer →

The Bureau: XCOM Declassified – New Trailer Showcases Strategic Gameplay Mechanics

Posted on: 27 Jun 2013

A new gameplay trailler of The Bureau: XCOM Declassified popped up, showcasing some of the strategic gameplay mechanics that will be supported. Players will be able to slow-down time and issue orders to their teammates, and the whole game actually feels like an  XCOM title. The Bureau will also fully embrace the concept of permanent consequence. The … Continue reading The Bureau: XCOM Declassified – New Trailer Showcases Strategic Gameplay Mechanics →

The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing – Blue Blood DLC Available Now

Posted on: 27 Jun 2013

NeocoreGames announced today that The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing’s second DLC, Blue Blood, is now available worldwide for $1.99 on PC via Steam. The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing is a gothic-noir steampunk action-RPG that offers dynamic single-player and cooperative play.