There comes a time when you realize that a specific game will flop. You see, while the gameplay trailers of Star Trek: The Video Game were quite good (thanks to clever editing), we always felt that something was ‘off’. Unfortunately, it seems that we were right as the actual gameplay mechanics of this new Star Trek game are awful. Since this is a Performance Analysis, we don’t want to focus on them but think of this title as a failed mashup of Mass Effect 3 (cover and combat mechanics) with Batman: Arkham Asylum (scanning abilities) that is accompanied by some truly bad and ‘robotic’ animation transitions. Continue reading Star Trek: The Video Game – PC Performance Analysis→
Namco Bandai and Paramount Pictures have released the launch trailer of Star Trek: The Video Game. According to the press release, the game combines the talents of the film’s cast — including Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto, John Cho, Simon Pegg, Zoe Saldana, Karl Urban and Anton Yelchin — with co-op gameplay that lets players become either Kirk or Spock. Star Trek: The Video Game is planned for release this Friday on PC, X360 and PS3. Enjoy! Continue reading Star Trek: The Video Game Gets A Launch Trailer→
Dark Souls fans, we’ve got something a bit extra for you today. A couple of hours ago, we informed you about FromSoftware’s intentions with the PC version of Dark Souls 2, and the fact that it wouldn’t be a half-assed game like its predecessor. Well, get ready for the first shock: the demo that was showcased yesterday was running on a PC at 60fps. Now get ready for another surprise: the PC version is the lead platform for it. Booooooooomshakalaka. Continue reading Dark Souls 2 – Demo Ran On The PC At 60FPS, PC Lead Platform→
Although Namco has not revealed – yet – whether Dark Souls 2 will be using GFWL or not, tha game’s director Yui Tanimura has shared some interesting new information about the PC version of this highly anticipated title. In an interview with Shacknews, Tanimura claimed that the PC version of Dark Souls 2 will not be as ‘half-assed’ as its predecessor was. Continue reading Dark Souls II – PC Version Will Not Be As ‘Half-assed’ As Its Predecessor→
Dark Souls fans, we’ve got some news that may make you jump around like little bunnies. Dark Souls 2’s official website has been updated and it seems that the PC version won’t suffer from the atrocity called GFWL. Yeap, this may come as a pleasant surprise, however GFWL’s logo is absent from the official website, suggesting that FromSoftware won’t be using Microsoft’s DRM/Online system. Continue reading Dark Souls 2 PC May Not Be Plagued By GFWL, GFWL Logo Absent From Official Website→
Namco and IGN have released a 12 minutes trailer for Dark Souls 2, featuring in-game action. This video showcases the game’s environments and its combat system. Dark Souls 2 promises to be as hardcore as its predecessor, and while the development team claims that this second part features better visuals… well… it still looks like a blurry fest to us. Here is hoping that FromSoftware will do a better job with the PC port this time around. Dark Souls 2 is planned for release on X360, PS3 and PC. Enjoy! Continue reading Dark Souls 2 – Gameplay Reveal Trailer – 12 Minutes Of Gameplay→
We still consider Dark Souls: Prepare To Die Edition PC as one of the worst console ports ever. Yes, the vanilla version is awful. However, its modding community has managed to fix and address most of its issues, while the talented modder Durante has unlocked both the game’s internal resolution and its framerate, making it a bit of a more pleasant gaming experience. And here comes today a new promising mod that allows immediate summons between friends. Hell bloody yeah. Continue reading Dark Souls Augmented – Mod Allows Immediate Summons Between Friends→
It seems that the latest Naruto title may be heading towards our way, as the title appeared in Steam’s registry. Although it was taken down – almost – immediately, users have been able to capture the Steam registry, and you can find a screen-grab from it below. We had this information since yesterday, so there you have it everyone; Steam’s registry hints towards a possible PC release of Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 3. Naturally, take it with a grain of salt as this is not official, despite the fact that Steam’s registry rarely lies. Enjoy, and stay tuned for more! Continue reading Naruto Shippuden Ultimate Ninja Storm 3 Spotted In Steam’s Registry→
Paramount Pictures and Namco Bandai have released today a new video feature in which Brian Miller, executive producer of Star Trek: The Video Game, explains more about the creation of the game and the co-op play that gamers will experience through its two unforgettable heroes: Kirk and Spock. Star Trek: The Video Game is currently scheduled for an April 26th release on PC, X360 and PS3. Enjoy! Continue reading Start Trek: The Video Game Gets A New Video Feature→
