Yearly Archives: 2014

Lionsgate and Kabam Release The Hunger Games: Panem Rising

Kabam

Kabam, a world leader in free-to-play games for traditional players, has partnered with Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF), a premier next generation global content leader, to launch The Hunger Games: Panem Rising, the official mobile game of the highly anticipated film The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Part 1, the two companies announced. The game is now available for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android devices.

“As one of the most popular film franchises in history, Kabam knew we had to deliver an experience that not only dived deep into The Hunger Games universe but was also fun to play,” said Mike Li, co-founder and general manager of Kabam’s Beijing Studio. “From exploring Districts to recruiting and collecting fan-favorite characters from all three films such as Katniss, Peeta and Gale, fans will appreciate The Hunger Games: Panem Rising’s authenticity and enjoy the strategic gameplay.”

Developed by Kabam’s Beijing studio, The Hunger Games: Panem Rising is an action-packed role-playing card mobile game, where players immerse themselves into the world of Panem. Assuming the role of a resistance leader, players will recruit a team to aid Katniss Everdeen in the rebellion against the oppressive Capitol. Players will be able to train and equip their squads with special items found while exploring the diverse Districts of Panem. Main characters such as Katniss, Gale and Peeta can be recruited and each have their own unique traits and abilities. Original artwork and exclusive content make The Hunger Games: Panem Rising an interactive experience like no other. Game features include:

JOIN THE FIGHT

  • Enlist hundreds of your favorite characters from Katniss, Gale, Peeta, and Beetee to shape the rebellion and liberate Panem!
  • Collect hundreds of items from the world of the Hunger Games to aid you in your fight
  • Each character has unique abilities, stats, and allegiances that will determine your success

FORM THE STRONGEST AND SMARTEST SQUAD

  • Manage your team by expanding your squad and character’s abilities.
  • Upgrade and promote your recruits to make them even more powerful.

EXPLORE THE UNIQUE DISTRICTS OF PANEM

  • Meet the citizens of Panem’s Districts as the story comes to life on your mobile device.
  • Complete missions, recruit rebels and gain valuable collectables throughout Panem; from the Transportation District to the Luxury District!

The first two installments of the global blockbuster Hunger Games franchise, starring Academy Award winner Jennifer Lawrence, have grossed more than $1.5 billion at the worldwide box office, and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire is the 10th highest-grossing domestic release of all time. The next installment of the franchise, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1, will be released worldwide on November 21.

For more info, visit www.kabam.com

Elsword and Alienware Host a PVP Battle

Elsword PvP Season 3

KOG Games, a leading developer and publisher of popular free-to-play action MMORPGs, has teamed up with Alienware to bring the fiercest PVP battle ever to Elsword with the Season 3 tournament November 6th-7th, 2014.  No guts no glory in this all out battle to reign supreme as teams fight it out to take home epic prizes.

Sixty-four teams have already been amassed to find the true PvP champion, and players will not only get a chance to show off their stealth skills but vie for chance to win killer prizes!  First place will take home an Alienware 17” laptop and $150 in K-Ching, and second and third place will see a three-piece set of Alienware gear: Tactx Keyboard, TactX Mouse and TactX Headset plus K-Ching.

Viewers also have a chance to win 500 K-Ching and other cool prizes.  Players can look for the official poll in the Elsword forums and vote on who they think will take it all.  If the team they picked wins, they will get a random chance to win 500 K-Ching!

The Finals matches will be Livecast on the Official Elsword Twitch Channel: www.twitch.tv/Elsword

Rush War

Rushwar is a web-based strategy game, with real time construction and military simulation. The game features various different buildings, heroes, and items to play with.

Features:

Roman Setting: Rushwar is empire-building MMORTS based on and set in the ancient Roman Empire. Players start with a small town and must gradually build it up into a thriving city-state.

Leagues: Players can form alliances and compete with one another in a larger world. Competition and cooperation both take place at the small and large scale, both economically and martially. Choose your allies well, as enemies will make themselves for you.

Story, Daily and Barter Quests: Players can follow along the main storyline at their own pace, learning more about the game’s features and higher strategies as they go. Daily quests offer experienced players options for progression and resource-hoarding. Barter quests give options outside of combat and military challenges, breaking up the routine.

Dream of Mirror Online Now on Kickstarter

Domo collage

Suba Games is encouraging DOMO fans to get in on the action by joining its Kickstarter campaign for Dream of Mirror Online’s revival.

DOMO’s Kickstarter is set at only $300 for its initial goal, and it’s already passed that in just a day of campaigning. For that, Suba Games is going to send a person dressed in a pig costume sky diving and record it – no, we’re not making that up!

There are tons of rewards for backers, and lots of stretch goals including a performance by PSY, so if you’re happy to see DOMO coming back, check out the Kickstarter before it ends on December 5. You’ll also find it appearing on our Kicktracker!

As an additional note, Suba Games has clarified that DOMO will return no matter how the Kickstarter succeeds – the Kickstarter just adds extra bonuses.

Novus AEterno Updates on Steam Keys and Future Plans

Novus Aeterno Artwork

Tailtale Studios has posted a new developer blog today for its Kickstarter followers, detailing the current state of Novus AEterno’s development and its roadmap.

The team’s current development focus is on bug fixes, optimization, and UI polish. Taitale has also completed its key binding system, and will be revamping universe generation to make systems larger and moons colonizable. Resources will also be added to areas in preparation for Syndicate and Crafting.

Novus AEterno plans on opening its live server near the end of November or beginning of December to all players who hold a Steam Key through Kickstarter.

On the development road map are also the following points:

  • A new chat system, including a unique friends list, whispering, and group chat.
  • A new Universe generator.
  • Syndicates & Work Orders, allowing players and groups to take contractual jobs.
  • Planet Defense Sectors, which can be used to defend space around your planets.
  • Verunas, a new playable slimy race that plays tiny instruments.