After a successful release on PC, 1C is bringing the third-person Norse horror adventure Through the Woods to console platforms. The game will be released for Xbox One and PlayStation 4 on May 2nd and May 8th, respectively.
Square Enix announced exclusive incentives for those who pre-order Dragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age for the PlayStation 4. Through select retailers, players can receive various physical and digital items, including EXP boost and Gold boost gear.
Pre-order incentives at GameStop in the United States, or EB Games in Canada, include eight exclusive collectible two-inch buttons featuring the main cast and the mysterious spirits of lost time, as well as an exclusive in-game DLC pack which contains:
Players that pre-order the game from Amazon will receive an exclusive in-game DLC pack including:
Dragon’s Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age is releasing for the PlayStation 4 and PC via Steam on September 4th.
Atari today announced that pre-sales of its new Atari VCS hardware platform will start May 30th. The pre-sale is exclusive to Indiegogo and features the time-limited Atari VCS Collector’s Edition featuring the special retro-inspired wood-front. In addition to the Collector’s Edition, fans will have the option to pre-order the Atari VCS Onyx, a black version. Early-bird Atari VCS packages will be offered, including the Onyx starting at $199 USD for a limited period of time. Other packages will include the Classic Joystick and Modern Controller. Initial Atari VCS shipments are planned for Spring 2019.
The VCS is a completely new Atari connected device. Atari has partnered with AMD who provides the Atari VCS custom processor with Radeon Graphics Technology. The Atari VCS platform will offer support for 4K resolution, HDR and 60FPS content, onboard and expandable storage options, dual-band WiFi and Bluetooth 5.0, as well as USB 3.0 support. A complete list of Atari VCS product specs will be posted with the pre-sale.
Retro-inspired, but not a “retro-box,” the Atari VCS will be a fully customizable entertainment experience. This means access to an array of games, media and streaming content options. As an homage to the past, Atari VCS covers the classics with the included Atari Vault of more than 100 classic games, including arcade and home entertainment favorites like Asteroids, Centipede, Breakout, Missile Command, Gravitar and Yars’ Revenge; a growing list of games, especially a full range of modern titles, will be announced at later dates.
Today, Sega released the second episode of Sonic Mania Adventures, the new animated web short that features story elements from the Sonic Mania universe. In “Sonic Mania Adventures: Part 2 – Sonic and Tails,” Sonic is joined by old friend Miles “Tails” Prower, when an ominous tremor rocks the beach.
The definitive version of the platformer Sonic Mania will release on July 17th.
Electronic Arts today announced its bringing football’s biggest tournament to EA Sports FIFA 18, giving players a 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia free content update. The 2018 FIFA World Cup update will deliver a complete and official tournament experience through official FIFA World Cup elements, including authentic teams, stadiums, kits, badges, Official Match Ball and the Official Winner’s Trophy. Fans can download the update beginning May 29th on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch.
See the difference between HD and 4K and hear how a full orchestra breathes new life into Dragon’s Crown Pro in the latest trailer for the remastered side-scrolling brawler. Dragon’s Crown Pro will be available for the PlayStation 4 on May 15th.
Square Enix, Eidos-Montréal, and Crystal Dynamics today revealed the full trailer for Shadow of the Tomb Raider, the latest entry in the Tomb Raider series. Created by a team of veteran Tomb Raider developers at Eidos-Montréal, in collaboration with Crystal Dynamics, the game will be available on September 14th for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC.
In Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Lara must master a deadly jungle, overcome terrifying tombs, and persevere through her darkest hour. As she races to save the world from a Maya apocalypse, Lara will be forged into the Tomb Raider she is destined to be.
Get ready for a deadly game of hide and seek aboard a time-traveling, Victorian vessel set in motion by the mysterious Mr. X as Murderous Pursuits is out now on Steam for $19.99.
Today, Ubisoft announced that For Honor will be free to play from May 3 to May 6 on current-gen consoles and PC. Players will have access to the full game, including all multiplayer modes, a campaign playable solo or with a friend in online co-op, and the original roster of 12 unique heroes.
The free weekend presents a unique opportunity for both new and returning players to join the battlefield after more than a year of updates were made to For Honor. With the introduction of five seasons worth of content and the recently deployed dedicated servers, players will be able to experience the most stable and balanced version of the For Honor experience.
The For Honor team will also re-introduce the Warrior Training Program, an initiative that will reward existing and new players who work together, during the free weekend. Seasoned warriors who complete five matches while grouped with Free Weekend players (who do not own the game) will receive two weeks of revamped Champion Status, valued at 8,000 Steel, which will deliver even more XP boosts to players and their team as well as more loot following a match.
Those who want to continue their time on the battlefield can take advantage of the up to 75% off discount on For Honor in all digital stores before May 15 and keep their progress from the free weekend.
Riposte Games and Furnace Games today announced that their side scrolling hack & slash dungeon crawler, Dungeon Stars, is now available for PC via Steam Early Access for $14.99.
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