Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today released a new video for Middle-earth: Shadow of War, spotlighting the Machine tribe, a faction of Orcs who believe that Mordor is on the cusp of a new age, one of industry and mechanization. Fueled by the mines of Tamon Angren, their smithies and forges turn out much of the Dark Lord’s war materiel, and the black plumes in the sky are a sign that the Machine tribe’s factories are near. In Shadow of War, Orcs now belong to tribes, which extend their influence stemming from the Overlords ruling the mighty fortresses throughout the open world, providing a rich ecosystem of missions, exploration and a dynamic Orc society with diverse Orc cultures, all brought to life through the expanded Nemesis System. The Machine tribe takes a mechanical approach to warfare with their soldiers moving in lockstep. Every member of the tribe sees himself as just a cog in the larger apparatus, one that someday will encompass all of Mordor.
Middle-earth: Shadow of War will be available for Xbox One X, Xbox One, Windows 10 PC (Windows Store and Steam), PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 4 Pro beginning October 10th.
Prepare to face the apocalypse in the upcoming action role-playing game, Immortal: Unchained. Set in a dark, sci-fi universe, the game is a unique take on a well-known sub-genre, blending third-person action shooter and RPG elements. Immortal: Unchained is the first original franchise from publisher Sold Out and developer Toadman Interactive and will release on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam in 2018.
CI Games today released a teaser trailer for Sniper Ghost Warrior 3’s new single-player campaign DLC, The Sabotage, a prequel to the original story found in the main game.
In The Sabotage, players assume the role of Robert North – the brother of main hero Jonathan North – and prepares the land for a Separatist revolution by sabotaging the Georgian army under the command of General Otar Leonidze.
In addition to the new story, players will be able to enjoy a wealth of new content including a completely new map full of unique locations, challenging missions, new weapons, vehicle and more.
Players can get their hands on The Sabotage on September 5th. The DLC will be available as a part of the Season Pass for Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.
CD Projekt Red today announced Thronebreaker, the single-player story campaign for Gwent, as well as the Gwent Masters – the official eSports series for The Witcher Card Game.
Gwent: Thronebreaker spins a truly regal tale of Meve — a war-veteran queen of two Northern Realms. Facing an imminent foreign invasion, Meve is forced to once again enter the warpath, and sets out on a dark journey of destruction and revenge.
Throughout the campaign, players will explore new and never-before-seen parts of The Witcher world, embark on quests, gather resources, as well as engage in custom-made story battles, which twist the game’s rules in unexpected ways. Gwent: Thronebreaker will release this year on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.
Organized by CD Projekt Red, Gwent Masters invites players to compete across a brand new season-based mode and a variety of official and licensed tournaments for a spot in the grand finale of the series and the title of first ever Gwent World Champion. For the complete overview of Gwent Masters, including the ruleset, tournament dates, and format, visit masters.playgwent.com.
Telltale Games today announced that episode two of Batman: The Enemy Within will be available for download starting September 26th. The second of five episodes, ‘The Pact’ launches September 26th on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC, and will feature the debut of Harley Quinn.
THQ Nordic and indie developer Experiment 101 today revealed Biomutant, a new and original open-world action RPG for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. Explore a world in turmoil and define its fate – will you be the hero and saviour or lead it to an even darker destiny?
Biomutant’s unique design lets players change their character’s abilities and appearance with powerful mutations, bionic prosthetics and weapons. Grow claws, sprout wings, or attach a robotic leg – each choice will impact the way your hero plays in real-time combat that blends melee martial arts and firearms.
Set in a post-apocalyptic universe, Biomutant is a kung fu fable filled with fantastic creatures to discover, dangerous factions to navigate, and colorful worlds to explore with mechs, paragliders, balloons, mounts, jet skis and more.
Humanity has fallen. Villainous Dominus Ghaul has arrived on Earth with his Red Legion army to lay claim to the power he believes he alone is worthy to wield. Rally with the remaining survivors and rise up to defeat Ghaul before all is lost.
Destiny 2 features a dramatic, cinematic story campaign, and a variety of activities for every type of gamer, including gameplay for solo, cooperative and competitive players with new places to explore and adventures to conquer. Destiny 2 launches September 6th on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and will be available for PC on October 24th via Battle.net.
DICE today unveiled a Revolution for Battlefield 1. In the complete Battlefield 1 experience, Battlefield 1 Revolution allows players to experience the dawn of all-out war through multiplayer battles, single player War Stories, more maps, deeper progression and new modes, all in a single package. Battlefield 1 Revolution is now available for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Origin on PC. In addition, Battlefield 1 Incursions is a new gaming experience being developed in collaboration with players, and optimized for competition. Players can register now for the Closed Alpha beginning in September.
Battlefield 1 Revolution is the quintessential way to join the Battlefield community. Battlefield 1 Revolution contains the Battlefield 1 base game and Battlefield 1 Premium Pass which includes four themed expansion packs, each filled with all new maps, new modes and more, making it the complete Battlefield 1 experience. Players will have immediate access to Battlefield 1 They Shall Not Pass, featuring six maps including the game’s first night maps, Nivelle Nights and Prise de Tahure. Players can further expand the battle with Battlefield 1 Revolution in Battlefield 1 In the Name of the Tsar in September, partake in amphibious warfare in Battlefield 1 Turning Tides set to launch in December, and the most infamous battles of the Great War in Battlefield 1 Apocalypse, available in early 2018. Those who purchase Battlefield 1 Revolution will also receive the Red Baron Pack, Lawrence of Arabia Pack and Hellfighter Pack which contain themed weapons, vehicles and emblems based on the famous heroes and units.
Also available today for those that own Battlefield 1 Revolution or Battlefield 1 Premium Pass is Lupkow Pass, the first map to be released from the upcoming expansion In the Name of the Tsar. In Lupkow Pass, players can battle it out in the snow-covered ravines and treacherous vertical drops of World War I. Then, when the full expansion releases in early September, players will further enter the war’s biggest front with the Russian Army and the Women’s Battalion of Death with five additional all new maps and two new Operations. In the Name of the Tsar also includes 11 new weapons, the new Ilya-Muromets Heavy Bomber vehicle, the Putilov-Garford Heavy Armored Car, the new Supply Drop game mode, new medals, dog tags, service stars and more, making it the most extensive update in Battlefield franchise history.
In the Battlefield 1 Incursions Closed Alpha, players will be introduced to a tight, teamplay focused competitive experience in the game. Competitors will have to put their skills to the test in 5 vs. 5 matches, creating dramatic moments that include the signature Battlefield vehicle gameplay. Starting in September, players in the Closed Alpha will be able to choose from eight different kits (Trench Surgeon, Control Leader, AT Assault, Battle Mechanic, Mortar Support, Raid Leader, Shock Assault, Proximity Recon) on the modified Battlefield 1 Giant’s Shadow map, and rank up to gain access to improved weapons and abilities based on a combination of time and performance. The Battlefield 1 Incursions Closed Alpha is just the beginning of the team’s journey in crafting a long term-competitive experience in collaboration with the Battlefield community. The features, content, and systems of Battlefield 1 Incursions may change between Closed Alpha and its final, finished form. More details on the competitive gaming structure and events will be shared in the coming months.
Electronic Arts today announced that the EA Originals title Fe will be launching in early 2018 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Origin for PC and Nintendo Switch. Developed by the Swedish studio Zoink Games, Fe is a new type of wordless platformer full of sounds. Through Fe, a small cub that suddenly awakes in the forest, players will discover a world they will never want to leave as they use sound to communicate, connect with nature, identify friendly and unfriendly creatures and interpret their own narrative along the way.
The new ‘Gamescom Gameplay Trailer’ for Life is Strange: Before the Storm focuses on story, showcasing some brand new environments and characters.
Life is Strange: Before the Storm is set in Arcadia Bay, three years before the events of the first game in the series. Players will take on the role of a rebellious 16 year-old Chloe Price who forms an unlikely friendship with Rachel Amber; a beautiful and popular girl destined for success. When Rachel’s world is turned upside down by a family secret, it takes this new-found alliance to give each other the strength to overcome their demons.
The first of three episodes of Life is Strange: Before the Storm is entitled ‘Awake’ and will release on August 31st for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam.
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