See Death’s story in new Darksiders II video
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THQ today released a new behind the story video for Darksiders II. The video features commentary by Vigil’s development team and outlines the game’s plot and Death’s history. Death is one of the Four Horsemen and the main character. Check out the video to learn more about his story.
The game follows Death in an action-packed tale. It runs parallel to the events in the original Darksiders. You’ll play through various light and dark realms as Death tries to redeem his brother...
First DLC announced for Ghost Recon: Future Soldier
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Ubisoft today announced the first DLC pack for Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Future Soldier, slated for release on July 3. The Arctic Strike Map Pack takes players to the streets of Moscow to the far reaches of the Arctic. The pack includes multiplayer maps, a new multiplayer mode, a new Guerrilla Mode co-op map, and six additional weapons.
The pack will cost $9.99 USD and will be available via the PlayStation Network and Xbox Live. It can also be pre-ordered at GameStop and Best Buy. Ghost...
Resistance: Burning Skies Trophy list confirmed, new trailer unveiled
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Sony has unwrapped a shiny new Resistance: Burning Skies trailer for your consumption.
The PlayStation Vita-exclusive shooter is due out on May 29, and takes place around the time of Resistance 2, with players fighting off invading Chimera forces in the U.S. as fireman Tom Riley.
Check it out below.
In addition, Sony also unveiled the full Trophy list for the game, which you can see below.
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Platinum: Platinum – Earn all trophies
Staten Island: Bronze – Successfully...
Dishonored release date announced
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Bethesda’s slapped a western release date to Arkane’s upcoming Dishonored, confirming the game for release in the U.S. on October 9 and in Europe on October 12.
Due out on PlayStation 3, PC and Xbox 360 platforms, Dishonored is currently in development under the watchful eyes of co-creative directors Raphael Colantonio and Harvey Smith, and takes the form of an assassin/action hybrid.
The game itself takes place in the steampunk-inspired metropolis of Dunwall, with gamers controlling...
Square dates Hitman: Absolution, reveals Hitman: Sniper Challenge
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Stealthy sequel Hitman: Absolution will be released globally on November 20, Square Enix has revealed.
Absolution will be released for PlayStation 3, PC and Xbox 360 platforms.
Elsewhere, the publisher also confirmed that it will release Hitman: Sniper Challenge for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 on May 15. The shooter will be made available exclusively as part of a pre-order incentive for Absolution.
Gamers who plonk down the cash early for the action-adventure sequel will receive a code redeemable...
Sony unveils PS Vita global sales
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Speaking during an earnings call this morning, Sony Computer Entertainment chief Kazuo Hirai confirmed that PlayStation Vita has sold 1.8 million units globally as of March 31, 2012.
Hirai described the figures as “a good start” for its flagship handheld console.
“A game platform, like Vita – the software is the key to success, how good the software is,” he commented. “We have to reinforce the software area in order improve the business, that is the basic line.”
“We...
Lego Lord of the Rings in development?
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Developer Traveller’s Tales is chiselling away on a Lego version of Lord of the Rings, according to a listing on ShopTo’s official website.
The retailer quickly pulled the product information page, which listed the game for an October 26 launch. Only the Xbox 360 version was mentioned, though we can safely assume it’ll arrive on other platforms including PlayStation 3.
The listing can still be viewed via Google cache, which you can see here.
A Lego version of Lord of the Rings...
Zombie Tycoon 2 announced, bringing RTS Cross Play to PS3, Vita
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During yesterday’s ‘PlayStation <3 Canada’ event, Frima Studio announced that a sequel to 2009’s PSN title Zombie Tycoon is in development. Titled Zombie Tycoon 2: Brainhov’s Revenge, the game will evolve the humorous real-time strategy gameplay set forth by its predecessor, and even support PlayStation 3 – Vita Cross Play functionality for multiplayer.
Developed using Unreal Engine 3, Brainhov’s Revenge promises sharper visuals, action-packed RTS gameplay...
Metal Gear Rising ’Leaked Audio’ trailer cryptically reveals story
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A new trailer in the Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance Make It Right marketing campaign has hit the internet through its own website, WarOnOurShores.com.
The trailer, posted below, is a leaked audio recording of Colorado Senator Stephen Armstrong speaking to one of his speech writers. In the recording, he reveals his malevolent plan for America’s future.
This latest trailer in the Make It Right campaign is much more political than what we’re used to: Raiden being worked on in a lab and...
Hitman: Absolution pre-order bonuses revealed
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Square Enix has revealed the various pre-order bonuses that will be available for the North American Hitman: Absolution release.
So far, Amazon, Best Buy, and Walmart will each be offering their respective bundles of different in-game suits and weapons. See the full breakdown below.
Amazon – High Tech Suit and Bartoli Custom Pistol – The advanced High Tech suit provides Agent 47™ with 50% increased armor paired with the Bartoli Custom, an engineered precision weapon, complete with...
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