Back in November, we informed you about John Carmack leaving id Software. Since Zenimax Media (the company that owns id Software) and Carmack did not reveal the real reasons of his departure, we were wondering why the big daddy of FPS has left the company he co-founded. Until now. Speaking with USA Today, Carmack unveiled why he left id Software. Continue reading John Carmack reveals the real reason he left id Software, Quakecon speech to be decided
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TitanFall – Beta Minimum PC Specs Unveiled, Requires 64-Bit OS
Respawn’s Vince Zampella has just revealed the estimated minimum PC specs for the beta phase of TitanFall. According to Zampella, PC gamers will need at least a 64bit OS with 4GB of RAM and an AMD Athlon X2 2.8GHz or Intel Core 2 Duo 2.4GHz. TitanFall’s beta phase is rumored for a February launch, and you can view below the full list for the minimum PC specs. Continue reading TitanFall – Beta Minimum PC Specs Unveiled, Requires 64-Bit OS
Free CRYENGINE SDK 3.5.7 Now Available
Crytek has released a new version of its free CRYENGINE SDK. This new version comes with several additional Flow Graph nodes based on community requests, completely new AI Modular Behavior Tree setups and advanced watervolume parameters which will allow you to simulate water displacement based on volume size and object interaction. Continue reading Free CRYENGINE SDK 3.5.7 Now Available
Kyn – New Tactical Action RPG – Announced, Coming This Summer On PC, Mac & Linux
Tangrin today unveiled Kyn, a new tactical action role playing game set for launch on PC, Mac and Linux this summer, alongside the debut trailer – and the first screenshots – showcasing versatile environments and high-octane combat. Continue reading Kyn – New Tactical Action RPG – Announced, Coming This Summer On PC, Mac & Linux
Guild Wars 2: Edge of the Mists Expansion Released
NCSOFT and ArenaNet today launched the new expansion for Guild Wars 2, Edge of the Mists. According to the press release, the release delivers living world content that drives forward the story of villain Scarlet Briar, exposing more of her horrific plans for Tyria and its citizens. At the same time, ‘Edge of the Mists’ introduces an overflow map with new gameplay systems and improvements to the overall experience for World vs. World, the game’s massive battle PvP mode that continues to surge in popularity. Continue reading Guild Wars 2: Edge of the Mists Expansion Released
THIEF Has Gone Gold, Gets A New Trailer
Eidos-Montreal announced today that THIEF has GONE GOLD and will be in the hands of all fans later this month. To celebrate the news, Square Enix has released a brand new ‘THIEF – 101 TRAILER’ that details everything you need to know about THIEF. Continue reading THIEF Has Gone Gold, Gets A New Trailer
M.A.V. – Modular Assault Vehicle Is A New Mech Title, Gets A Kickstarter Campaign
BombDog Studios has launched a Kickstarter campaign for M.A.V. – Modular Assault Vehicle. M.A.V. is a 3rd person Mech action game focused on teamwork and fine tuning your M.A.V. to perfectly work with your own play style. Continue reading M.A.V. – Modular Assault Vehicle Is A New Mech Title, Gets A Kickstarter Campaign
Despite Recent Rumors, Watch Dogs Is Still Under Development & Its Trademark Has Not Been Abandoned
Well that was interesting. A rumor surfaced today, suggesting that the trademark for Watch Dogs has been abandoned. However, that rumor was false as Ubisoft has been a victim of fraud, and nothing more. Yes, Watch Dogs is still under development, will be released shortly, and its trademark has not been abandoned. Continue reading Despite Recent Rumors, Watch Dogs Is Still Under Development & Its Trademark Has Not Been Abandoned
Classic Awesomeness – Metal Slug 3 Available For Pre-Order On Steam
Good news for all classic platform fans as Metal Slug 3 is currently available for pre-order on Steam. Metal Slug 3 is described as the masterpiece in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, that still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls. Continue reading Classic Awesomeness – Metal Slug 3 Available For Pre-Order On Steam
The Witcher 3 Developer: It’s up to Nvidia to let AMD users enjoy GPU-accelerated hair and fur effects
Our dear friends over at PCGamesHardware had an interesting interview with CD Projekt RED’s lead engine developer, Balázs Török, in which Balázs claimed that AMD users will be able to enjoy the new fur and hair GPU-accelerated effects, provided Nvidia lets them to. Continue reading The Witcher 3 Developer: It’s up to Nvidia to let AMD users enjoy GPU-accelerated hair and fur effects