Posts by John Papadopoulos:

The Secret World Follows Guild Wars Example, Subscription Model Removed

Posted on: 12 Dec 2012

Funcom announced that subscription is no longer required to play the company’s modern-day massively multiplayer online game ‘The Secret World’. The game is now available online and in retail and starting today no subscription fee is required to enjoy any of the game’s content, features or storylines. There are no complicated rules or restrictions, no … Continue reading The Secret World Follows Guild Wars Example, Subscription Model Removed →

Nordic Games releases new screenshots for ‘The Raven’

Posted on: 12 Dec 2012

Nordic Games has released two new screenshots for King Art’s upcoming adventure game, The Raven. Entitled ‘The Raven – Legacy of a master thief’, this new title that promises to be a stunning fast-paced point and click adventure journeying through thrilling and dense atmospheres with the aim of catching the art burglar, The Raven. The … Continue reading Nordic Games releases new screenshots for ‘The Raven’ →

Square Enix unveils new browser-based game ‘Star Galaxy’

Posted on: 12 Dec 2012

Remember that countdown on one of Square Enix’s website? Well, get ready to get disappointed as the new game that has emerged is no other than a browser-based video-game called Star Galaxy. Moreover, this game is currently planned only for the Japanese market. Not that you really cared, but who can say no to a new … Continue reading Square Enix unveils new browser-based game ‘Star Galaxy’ →

bitComposer acquires S.T.A.L.K.E.R. license

Posted on: 12 Dec 2012

bitComposer Entertainment has acquired the exclusive worldwide rights for future video game adaptations of the acclaimed S.T.A.L.K.E.R. brand from Boris Natanovich Strygatsky. This is the second strong international license that the Eschborn-based company has acquired within the space of a few years, and this move ensures that the successful series will continue. Further details will … Continue reading bitComposer acquires S.T.A.L.K.E.R. license →

New Elite: Dangerous In-Game Footage Unveiled

Posted on: 12 Dec 2012

It’s been a while since our last look on Elite: Dangerous. Thankfully, Frontier Developments has released a new diary dev for it, showing off some new, WIP footage from it. This diary showcases live multiplayer gameplay in Elite: Dangerous and a convoy escort battle, while the developers discuss the various roles players can take. We’ve also … Continue reading New Elite: Dangerous In-Game Footage Unveiled →

Ubisoft explains why vehicles were not included in Far Cry 3 MP & the differences between Far Cry 2

Posted on: 11 Dec 2012

In a Reddit IAMA discussion, Ubisoft’s developers have unveiled some interesting – background – information about Far Cry 3. According to the devs, Far Cry 3 MP does not feature any vehicles because the team wanted to focus on the ”shoulder to shoulder” fighting experience.

Assassin’s Creed III – Hidden Secrets Pack Now Available on PC & X360

Posted on: 11 Dec 2012

Good news for Assassin’s Creed fans as the Hidden Secrets Pack is now available on PC and X360 (and will be available on PS3 tomorrow). The Hidden Secrets DLC Pack adds three extra missions (some including Ubisoft’s critically acclaimed naval warfare gameplay). These missions are The Lost Mayan Ruins, The Ghost of War and A Dangerous … Continue reading Assassin’s Creed III – Hidden Secrets Pack Now Available on PC & X360 →

Forsaken World – New Screenshots & Trailer for ‘War of Shadows’ Expansion, Releases Tomorrow

Posted on: 11 Dec 2012

Perfect World Entertainment has released a new set of screenshots and a trailer for the upcoming ‘War of Shadows’ expansion for Forsaken World. Forsaken World is a 3D fantasy MMORPG that brings together the best of eastern and western cultures. War of Shadows will bring a new Lycan race, as well as new challenges. The … Continue reading Forsaken World – New Screenshots & Trailer for ‘War of Shadows’ Expansion, Releases Tomorrow →

Star Wars: The Old Republic – Game Update 1.6 Released

Posted on: 11 Dec 2012

Electronic Arts has released a new update for its free-to-play MMORPG, Star Wars: The Old Republic. According to the company, this Game Update brings some exciting new content to The Old Republic including the Warzone: The Ancient Hypergate – that lets players test their strength with a brand new PvP game mechanic – and the Heroic … Continue reading Star Wars: The Old Republic – Game Update 1.6 Released →

Crytek’s CEO believes that Crysis 3 PC will rival the graphical capabilities of next-gen consoles

Posted on: 11 Dec 2012

Crytek’s CEO, Cevat Yerli, is back with a punch. Yerli has been constantly hyping the Crysis franchise, and PC gamers hated that guy for claiming that the first Crysis would be fully playable on max settings with a 8800GTX. Truth be told, Crysis was perfectly playable on an 8800GTX, provided you were running the game … Continue reading Crytek’s CEO believes that Crysis 3 PC will rival the graphical capabilities of next-gen consoles →