The story continues on September 27th, 2018 – Life is Strange 2 will be coming to Xbox One, Playstation 4, and Windows PC at this time. But before that, The Awesome Adventures of Captain Spirit is a narrative demo will be 100% free on June 26th, 2018 and will link to Life is Strange 2. Life is Strange 2 will also have a brand-new 5-episode story, bringing the award-winning narrative adventure back once again.
Bandai Namco has announced today that New Gundam Breaker has come to life in the west, bringing decades of GUNPLA (Model Gundam Building) to life, letting fans to build mobile suits from an endless supply of parts and take them into battle to destroy their foes. It’s an exciting title to have come to the West, and Gundam fans can create the GUNPLA of their dreams and take them into single player or 3v3 online co-op battles. Only the best mobile suit builders and pilots stand a chance at destroying their enemies, collecting additional parts, and using the spoils of battle to create stronger and deadlier mobile suits.
“GUNDAM and the art of building plastic model kits based on this storied franchise have been alive and well for decades, and now with NEW GUNDAM BREAKER, we’re offering GUNDAM fans in the Americas an unprecedented way to construct, interact, and enjoy their mobile suit creations,” said Eric Hartness, Vice President of Marketing at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. “We look forward to seeing players let their creativity run wild when building their custom mobile suits in NEW GUNDAM BREAKER and the fierce battles that will surely follow.”
by Jason Parker (Ragachak)
So last week I missed this news piece because there simply wasn’t all that much going on, and I was getting set to take a weekend away from the Internet (which was frankly, pretty nice). But I’m back, and I do have a few things I want to point out to you guys. One of the biggest is that Dragon Ball FighterZ is going to be officially coming to the Nintendo Switch on September 28th, 2018. While it is coming a little late compared to the Playstation 4, Xbox One and Steam versions, it will come with a little something extra. An exclusive Nintendo Switch pre-order offer is that it will come with the Japanese classic Dragon Ball Z game, “Dragon Ball Z: Super Butoden”. Butoden, legit, in America?! God IS good all of the time. I’ve played Butoden but never seen a legit copy, and so this is a pretty big deal to me. It will also come with early access to SSGSS Goku & Vegeta, instead of having to buy/grind for them (which is quite tedious).
There’s another title coming a little sooner that I’m also pretty excited for: action-RPG Victor Vran: Overkill Edition! It’s coming to the Switch on August 28th, 2018. I have yet to play Victor Vran, but I’ve covered it previously here a number of times. It will also have two-player co-op (local) and four-player online co-op and will also come with two expansions: Motörhead: Through the Ages and Fractured Worlds. It looks like an action-packed time and perhaps when it comes to the Switch I’ll be reviewing it right here! So stay tuned and see for yourself. It will be coming for the suggested retail price of 39.99. So an ARPG for 40 bucks with all the DLC and lots of awesome demon-slaying and sick Motorhead metal? I’m sold. So let’s get started!
Lost in Harmony (June 21st): Playdius and DigixArt Entertainment ported their mobile musical adventure/runner title, Lost in Harmony to the Nintendo Switch. It focuses on destiny and desire, and you play as two characters. There’s Kaito’s Adventure which features Kaito and Aya, and also includes a bonus companion adventure in M.I.R>A.I.’s Escape, where players take an unforgettable journey through the universe. It combines rhythm tapping with the Joy-Con/Touch-Screen functionality and has a terrific soundtrack, featuring artists like Wyclef Jean, Roc Chen, Borislav Slavov, Xlix (and is also available to be purchased online). It looks like a lot of fun, and if you’re into runner/rhythm games, it could very well be for you! (6.99)
Pode (June 21st): Henchman & Goon have offered up an adorable co-op exploration title in the form of Pode, which is now live on the Switch. Couch co-op is something I often worry is dying, but Pode brings it right back where it belongs: on the couch. In Pode, a rock and a fallen star work together to use their unique powers and abilities to solve puzzles. It emphasizes friendship and cooperation as this unlikely pair wanders through a gorgeous, mystical land. This is one of the titles announced in the Nindies announced this year on Nintendo Direct and is visually inspired by Norwegian Art and Culture as well as a soundtrack from Grammy-nominated (and two-time BAFTA winner) Austin Wintory. (24.99)
Mario Tennis Aces (June 22nd): Okay, confession time, here’s what I’ve got. I have never given a Mario Tennis game a shot. But I have to say, this one looks pretty exciting, and everyone I’ve talked to virtually is pumped for Mario Aces. Familiar, iconic Mario universe characters team up to do battle in tennis. It’s a pretty simple concept, but it’s done with that Mario flair that only Nintendo has captured. And you know what people really love about it? Walugi was not forgotten. Smash may have neglected the second most Mario character (Luigi is number one, don’t @ me, Internet nerds), but Mario Tennis Aces didn’t, and boy is he fabulous. Fans of Mario sports games, fans of Tennis or even just fans of Mario/Mario party games ought to give this a swing. (59.99)
Oblivia: The Lost City is a F2P 3D MMORPG incorporating both sci-fi and fantasy elements for a creatively themed auto-pathing beat-em-up. Effortlessly cut your way through the world exploring story beats, grinding levels, and picking up a variety of valuable loot. Available in the browser.
Features:
Posting Up: Brawl through wave after wave of bad guys bringing out the powerful ult when their forces start to overwhelm you.
Domo Arigato: Casually make progress with the auto-path and auto-combat mechanics.
Mix it Up: Discover a world of familiar fantasy mixed with the exciting unknown of near-future technology.
Ancestor’s Legacy is a history-inspired squad-based real-time strategy and as it has been out for a month, Destructive Creations have offered their plans for future improvements and expansion of the title. Their plan is to offer an enhanced player experience alongside more content. There is a free demo that’s available to everyone to get a feel of the single-player campaign to get a feel for the game. Though it has been around for a while, this gives the first Slavic mission that introduces the prince Miezko and his desire to unite the Slavic tribes. Ancestor’s Legacy will also be a part of the Steam Summer Sale, so it’s a great way to get a trial of the game and if you like it, get it for cheaper. There is a lot on the way for Ancestor’s Legacy, and below we have a Development Roadmap Stream that goes into great detail on what is to come.
To celebrate the launch of The Summer Sideshow: Treacherous Skies Update, Tripwire Interactive is opening up Killing Floor 2 on console for a free weekend. Starting today and lasting until Monday, June 25th, Playstation Plus members can download for free via the Playstation Plus Game Trials Program, and Xbox Live members can also download it for free on Xbox One and Xbox One X. There will also be a host of sales across both platforms. There’s never been a better time to see what all the fuss is about with this critically acclaimed, co-op shooter.
Square Enix announced today that Locke Cole, the second character in the Season Pass is now available in Dissidia Final Fantasy NT. Originally featured in Final Fantasy VI, he brings a new fighting style, new cutscenes, costumes and weapons to Dissidia. Locke Cole specializes in stealth, and when using his Steal command he can recover health or bravery. When he’s not targeted, Mug will let him unleash devastating attacks on unwary foes.
Prepare for the French Grand Prix with F1® 2018 – let Pierre Gasly, Romain Grosjean, Esteban Ocon and Carlos Sainz take you around the Circuit Paul Ricard.
Coming in Summer 2018, Dark and Light‘s first DLC Expansion, “Shard of Faith” expands the Archos universe with a new playable map, new levels of power, and much more. This content will be a free automatic upgrade to owners of the core game and will be available to purchase on Steam for new adventurers. This is also a celebration of the one year anniversary since Dark and Light released on Steam Early Access. The Dark Plane has appeared on the horizon where a corruption has infected the vibrant homelands and gods awaken from their centuries-long slumber. At launch, players will find themselves in brand new areas battling against the mysterious Faiths and uncovering ancient secret rites as they must unite to put the world back into balance.
In order to prepare for this expansion, Dark and Light will have a Steam Summer Sale for 50% off and players, new and loyal will receive double drop rate bonus for the upcoming week.
ARK Park, a VR experience, offers Pterosaur Hill – a DLC featuring three new maps and focused on the experience of flight.