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New Hitman: Absolution Update Comes With Performance Enhancements

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Square Enix and Nixxes Software have released a new PC update for Hitman: Absolution. According to its changelog, this patch offers performance enhancements on various hardware configurations. We’ve already seen that Absolution had some optimization issues, therefore it will be interesting to see whether Nixxes has addressed them or not. As always, this update will be auto-downloaded next time you start the Steam client and you can view its changelog below. Continue reading New Hitman: Absolution Update Comes With Performance Enhancements

Tomb Raider Will Have Multiplayer – Modes Detailed

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It was confirmed – a while back – that the latest part in the Tomb Raider series would support online battles. Since Square Enix had not revealed anything official – back then – we decided to remain silent until we got our hands on more details about it. And we are happy to inform you today, thanks to magazine OXM, about the MP modes that will be supported in Tomb Raider. Continue reading Tomb Raider Will Have Multiplayer – Modes Detailed

Sleeping Dogs – Patch 1.9 Addresses Micro-Stuttering Issues, Improves Overall Performance Smoothness

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United Front Games has released a new patch for Sleeping Dogs that is said to fix the micro-stuttering issues that most PC gamers experienced with this open-world title. Naturally, this update will be auto-downloaded and you can view its complete changelog below. According to various reports, this update has really improved the overall performance smoothness of Sleeping Dogs, so kudos to United Front Games for offering a nice Christmas present to its fans. Enjoy! Continue reading Sleeping Dogs – Patch 1.9 Addresses Micro-Stuttering Issues, Improves Overall Performance Smoothness

Deus Ex: Human Revolution Gets A Fan Film, Teaser Trailer Released

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Now this is awesome. As you may already know, we love DE: HR and we’re delighted to inform you about a fan film that is currently under development. This project is being handled by DCode Films, with Moe Charif acting as writer and director. Moreover, the team has released a teaser for this short film that can be viewed below. No ETA has been given as of yet, but DCode Films is trying to finish it as soon as possible. Enjoy! Continue reading Deus Ex: Human Revolution Gets A Fan Film, Teaser Trailer Released

Hitman: Absolution – New Patch Released

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Nixxes Software and IO Interactive have released a new update for the PC version of Hitman: Absolution. According to its changelog, this patch adds an option to either lower or disable the game’s Bloom effect, improves – slightly – the general performance, and adjusts the game’s difficulty levels. In addition, the disguise parameters on ‘Professional’ difficulties have been tweaked via this update. You can view its complete changelog below. Continue reading Hitman: Absolution – New Patch Released

Agni’s Philosophy – Characters Tech Demos – System Specs Revealed – New Details Unveiled

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Our dear friends over at VGLens have revealed two new tech demos for Square Enix’s Agni’s Technology. These demos show off two of the trailer’s characters, in which the developers adjust various characteristics on the fly. The level of detail is simply mind-blowing and it is no stretch to say that Agni’s Technology features the most detailed characters we’ve ever seen. So yes, we highly recommend taking a look at the following videos and let’s hope that Square Enix will reveal more news about the game that will be based on what we’ve seen so far on this tech demo. Continue reading Agni’s Philosophy – Characters Tech Demos – System Specs Revealed – New Details Unveiled

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

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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 free-to-play title? Continue reading Square Enix unveils new browser-based game ‘Star Galaxy’

Tomb Raider – Survivor Trailer

Square Enix has released a new trailer for Tomb Raider that was showcased on this year’s VGA awards. This new trailer gives us a glimpse of what gamers can expect from this upcoming Tomb Raider game. Unfortunately, the scenes contained in it have already been shown on other trailers and videos, so don’t expect to see anything new. Tomb Raider is currently planned for a March 5th release on PC, X360 and PS3. Enjoy! Continue reading Tomb Raider – Survivor Trailer

Square Enix to unveil a new title on December 12th

Our reader Sid Spyker has informed us about Square Enix’s upcoming, that is planned to be officially unveiled on December 12th. According to its teaser site, this game has something to do with stars. Therefore, we can assume that it is a new Star Ocean – or another, new space IP. It will also be interesting to see whether this game hits the PC, especially if it is a Star Ocean title. Unfortunately, the source code of the site does not contain any additional information or hints for it, meaning that we’ll have to wait – patiently – until December 12th. Continue reading Square Enix to unveil a new title on December 12th

New Tomb Raider Screenshots Released

Square Enix Ocean has revealed a new set of screenshots for Tomb Raider. This new Tomb Raider game promises to deliver an intense and gritty story into the origins of Lara Croft and her ascent from a frightened young woman to a hardened survivor. The game is planned for a March 5th 2013 release on PC, X360 and PS3. Enjoy! Continue reading New Tomb Raider Screenshots Released