inXile Entertainment and Techland Publishing have released a deep-dive video that lets players take a look into the setting behind the upcoming science-fantasy RPG, Torment: Tides of Numenera.
Torment: Tides of Numenera will be available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC in early 2017.
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and TT Games today announced the LEGO Harry Potter Collection, bringing LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 and LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 to the PlayStation 4 for the first time with both videogames remastered on one disc. In addition, the Character Pack DLC will be included on disc featuring 10 characters — Godric Gryffindor, Harry (Yule Ball), Helga Hufflepuff, Lockhart (Straightjacket), Luna (Lion Head), Peeves, Hermione (Pink Dress), Ron Weasley (Ghoul), Rowena Ravenclaw and Salazar Slytherin.
LEGO Harry Potter Collection will be available on October 18th for a SRP of $49.99.
Headup Games has released a gameplay trailer for Super Treasure Arena, a mix of retro-inspired arcade action and objective-based arena shooters. Super Treasure Arena will hit Steam Early Access on September 15th.
Kasedo Games and SomaSim today announced that the building management sim, Project Highrise, is now available for PC on Steam.
In Project Highrise, players will not only be the architect of their building, but also the manager of the tenants and utilities inside. Build an exclusive address that will attract the rich and famous or a retail haven where visitors will flock from miles around to spend their hard-earned cash. Whatever strategy you go for, just remember to keep your tenants happy.
Kasedo Games also announced that Project Highrise will have full Steam Workshop support. With Steam Workshop, you can personalize your skyscraper with items that you have created such as offices or decorative items. Design a statue of yourself to place in your game, or design an office, retail unit or restaurant of the future and then share it with your friends or wider community.
Sony Interactive Entertainment today announced the introduction of PlayStation 4 Pro, which delivers improved image processing capability and support for 4K quality images. PS4 Pro will be available on November 10th at a MSRP of $499.99 CAD. This marks the first time ever in the history of PlayStation that a higher-end system will be introduced in the middle of the platform’s lifecycle. PS4 Pro will complement the standard PS4, including the slimmer and lighter model also announced today.
By boosting the performance and capability of the system architecture including the CPU and GPU, PS4 Pro allows games to deliver graphics with far more detail and unprecedented visual precision. Users with 4K TVs will be able to enjoy all PS4 titles in higher quality, such as 4K quality resolution and faster or more stable frame rates. In addition, PS4 Pro supports 4K video playback to deliver 4K streaming video services such as Netflix and YouTube.
HDTV owners will also be able to enjoy the enhanced gameplay experiences on PS4 Pro, as the system delivers 1080p resolution for all PS4 games and higher or more stable frame rates for some supported titles.
Furthermore, looking ahead to the future of imaging technology, all PS4 systems including PS4 Pro will support HDR imaging technology, which enables the reproduction of brightness and darkness while realizing a much wider range of colors. Users who own an HDR-compatible TV will be able to enjoy supported games and other entertainment content with visuals that are more realistic, strikingly vivid and truer to the way the human eye sees the real world.
The form factor of the new system inherits the slanted body design of the previous models and the body design consists of three layers of blocks, symbolizing the powerful presence of the PS4 Pro and its solid feel, with mirror finished PlayStation family mark emblazoned at the center of its top surface. PS4 Pro also comes with an additional USB port in the rear in addition to two USB ports in the front for connecting additional devices including the PlayStation VR virtual reality system.
The hard disk drive capacity of the PS4 Pro is 1TB to accommodate more games, demos, download contents and favorite gameplay videos. Every PS4 game title, including those already available and those launching in the future, will run on all PS4 including PS4 Pro. Furthermore, all the PS4 systems employ the same user interface and share the same online community for multiplayer gaming and network services.
Sony Interactive Entertainment today announced that a new slimmer and lighter PlayStation 4 with a 500GB HDD will become available starting from September 15th at a MSRP of $379.99 CAD.
The internal architecture of the new PS4 system has been revamped, reducing its volume by more than 30% compared to the previous models and reducing its weight by 25% and 16% compared to the first and current models respectively. Also, the new PS4 system is more energy efficient, as the power consumption has been cut by more than 34% and 28% compared to the very first and current models.
The form factor of the new system inherits the slanted body design of the previous models, with the foreside and backside of its body slightly angled. The corners are trimmed and curved, giving it a softer impression that would appeal to a wider range of audience. The new simple look, with gloss finished PS family mark designed on the center of the top surface, will fit perfectly wherever it is placed.
Furthermore, looking ahead to the future of imaging technology, all PS4 systems including the new slimmer model and PlayStation 4 Pro will support HDR (High Dynamic Range) imaging technology, which enables the reproduction of brightness and darkness while realizing a much wider range of colors. Users who own an HDR-compatible TV will be able to enjoy supported games and other entertainment content with visuals that are more realistic, strikingly vivid and truer to the way the human eye sees the real world.
Sony Interactive Entertainment today announced new peripherals for PlayStation 4, including a new Wireless Controller (DualShock 4), a new PlayStation Camera, as well as a vertical stand specifically designed for the new slimmer PS4 and the PlayStation 4 Pro – all will become available starting from September 15th. Sony will also introduce the Platinum Wireless Headset this holiday.
New Wireless Controller for PlayStation 4
The new Wireless Controller for PS4 (DualShock 4) allows the light from the light bar to emit on the touch pad, making a new luminous line in the same color as that of the light bar. This provides gamers with visual information, such as which character they control or health status, at a glance for more intuitive gameplay. Furthermore, the new DualShock 4 supports USB communication in addition to the currently available Bluethooth communication, allowing users to have control also via cable. The new DualShock 4 wireless controller will be available at a MSRP of $59.99 USD.
New PlayStation Camera
The redesigned PlayStation Camera (PS Camera) inherits all the features available on the current model, including PlayStation VR (PS VR) support, and features a new compact cylindrical form. PS Camera includes a stand allowing users to easily adjust the angle of the PS Camera and set it up in their preferred location, such as on top of their TV or entertainment center. The new PS Camera will be available at a MSRP of $59.99 USD.
Vertical Stand
The vertical stand is specifically designed for the new slimmer PS4 and PS4 Pro. To bring out the best of both system designs, the stand was made with translucent material to resemble the “shadow” of the system when set vertically. Two different attachments are bundled so users can mount either the slimmer PS4 or PS4 Pro with ease. The new vertical stand will be available at a MSRP of $24.99 USD.
Platinum Wireless Headset
The Platinum Wireless Headset, which will be available at a MSRP of $159 USD, is a high-end gaming headset. The headset boasts premium construction and materials for extra comfort, as well as enhanced highly positional 7.1 virtual surround sound powered by Sony’s proprietary 3D audio technology. Select PS4 games supporting 3D audio for the headset will deliver surround sound from all directions, including above and below you, for more immersive experiences. The new premium headset also features multi-position, hidden noise-cancelling microphones for clearer chat and is also compatible with PS VR and mobile devices using an included 3.5mm audio cable.
Respawn today revealed that the first post-launch map, Angel City, for Titanfall 2 will be available in December. This fan favorite map from the original Titanfall will be fully remastered, and players will be able to use all the new Pilot and Titan gameplay mechanics on the classic map.
The map will be free to all players, but those that want to jump in early can get a three day head start by pre-ordering any edition of Titanfall 2 from any retailer. In addition, Respawn has released a new video that shows off some of the new customization elements in Titanfall 2.
At an Apple event in San Francisco earlier today, Nintendo announced that the leading man of video games will star in Super Mario Run, a full-sized Super Mario Bros. action platformer that has been developed specifically for mobile, and will be available first on the App Store this December. In the game, Mario runs forward on his own, but relies on the touch of a single finger to jump over obstacles, avoid pesky enemies and capture the flag pole to complete levels.
Super Mario Run has a mode in which the player collects coins and heads for the goal, and a mode in which the player competes against the acrobatic moves of other people who have completed the same course. In addition, there is a mode in which you create your own Mushroom Kingdom based upon these play results.
iOS users will be able to download and enjoy a portion of Super Mario Run for free and will be able to enjoy all of the game content available in this release after paying a set purchase price. More details will be disclosed at a later date. The game has been developed with Mr. Miyamoto as lead creator for Nintendo.
Natsume today announced a release date for its upcoming RPG brawler River City: Tokyo Rumble for the Nintendo 3DS. The game will be available in both digital and physical formats when it launches September 27th.
Fans who order River City: Tokyo Rumble from the Natsume Amazon store will receive a limited edition collectible Kunio keychain with their game. River City: Tokyo Rumble will be the first product offered on the new Natsume Amazon store, with more Natsume titles to follow this fall.
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