In the run-up to E3, Focus Home Interactive has released a new trailer for Crimes & Punishments, the new Sherlock Holmes investigation game scheduled for release in September on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
Larian Studios has announced that the release date for the upcoming, co-op fantasy RPG, Divinity: Original Sin, has moved back slightly, from June 20th to June 30th. Players who have purchased a copy of the game via Steam Early Access will still be able to play it until release.
In anticipation for this year’s E3, Square Enix has released a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX. The trailer opens up with scenes from Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX, and leads into key highlights, scenarios and gameplay from Kingdom Hearts II Final Mix, Kingdom Herats Birth by Sleep Final Mix and cinematics from Kingdom Hearts: Re:coded.
Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX will be available on December 2nd for the PlayStation 3.
In celebration of the 2014 Electronic Entertainment Expo, Future Shop announced the following promotions available during June 6th-12th:
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Monolith Productions have released a new trailer, Shadow of Mordor E3 CG Trailer: Gravewalker. The trailer showcases protagonist Talion on his quest for vengeance alongside the immortal Wraith Spirit bound to him by an unbreakable curse. Like Talion, this wraith seeks revenge against Sauron and his evil army.
Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor will be available on October 7th for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC.
GOG.com ushered in a new era of DRM-free gaming with the announcement of GOG Galaxy, its new technology that places freedom over online play and connectivity back in the hands of gamers. With this an entirely optional platform, players can dive into online multiplayer portions of their games, while enjoying single-player anytime they please without needing an internet connection. GOG Galaxy is designed to be a platform-agnostic online solution, allowing GOG.com and Steam players — with more platforms to be added in the future — to game together. An optional client will be introduced later this year to allow for game updating, and GOG.com has already begun working with developers to implement the technology in their games.
CD Projekt RED and GOG.com also announced the launch of an exclusive pre-order package for The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which includes beta access to the also-just-announced The Witcher Adventure Game, the first GOG Galaxy-powered title.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt pre-order offer at GOG.com includes:
CD Projekt RED today announced the content of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Collector’s Edition, revealed details about pre-orders, and released a new trailer showing previously unseen game features. Wild Hunt will be available in two physical editions and as a digital edition, on GOG.com
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt box contents:
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Collector’s Edition box contents:
The release date of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is set for February 24th on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC.
Skullcandy and ASTRO Gaming announced a new multi-year partnership with Halo developer 343 Industries. As part of the agreement, Skullcandy and ASTRO Gaming will develop several new products including branded headsets, speaker tags and more in support of the latest releases within the Halo universe. Details relating to specific Halo headsets and accessories will be announced at a later date.
2K has released the Most Valuable Players trailer for NBA 2K15, announcing the game’s KD MVP Bonus Pack Pre-Order items. The trailer features NBA 2K14 gameplay, footage of NBA 2K15 cover athlete Kevin Durant during his 2013-2014 NBA MVP acceptance speech, and some of the most valuable NBA 2K community members.
2K also announced details on an exclusive bundle for fans who pre-order NBA 2K15 by visiting http://2kgam.es/BuyNBA2K15 or participating retailers. Fans that pre-order will receive the KD MVP Bonus Pack, which includes:
NBA 2K15 is scheduled for release on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, and PC on October 7th.
My.com, with The Allods Team and Obsidian Entertainment, released the ‘World Introduction Trailer’ for Skyforge, the upcoming MMORPG in which players take on the roles of immortal champions to defend their planet from merciless invaders. The trailer showcases the planet of Aelion, named after its god and protector Aeli.
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