Yearly Archives: 2015

Tree of Savior: Second English Closed Beta This October

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imcGAMES announced this past week that the second English closed beta for its upcoming MMORPG, Tree of Savior, will be open sometime this October.

Testers can expect the beta test will last approximately one month, longer than the last beta test. All previous closed beta testers will be invited, along with 5,000 additional new testers.

imcGames also recently released the results of their first closed beta survey, available here. In the meantime, Nexon Japan released a new trailer last month in celebration of their next focus group test for the game.

 

Galaxy of Trian enters semi-open beta on iOS, Android & PC

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Other Games has today announced that they will be expanding the beta for digital science fiction strategy board game Galaxy of Trian to include up to 3000 more testers. Beta testers will be able to experience the game’s newly added multiplayer functions first-hand before the game’s expected launch in January 2016.

 

“We’re all big board game buffs here at Other Games”, explains Piotr Zygadlo, Studio Director on Galaxy of Trian. “We have a lot of respect for the source material, and we want to make sure we do it justice. Expanding the beta to fully test the multiplayer allows us to pick the minds of our core players in order to really make this game into the digital experience it deserves to be.”

 

The Galaxy of Trian strategy board game was originally funded through Kickstarter, raising $130,396 over a thirty day crowdfunding campaign. In Other Games’ digital incarnation, players select from one of four races and play against others as they stake claim over undiscovered areas of the galaxy.

 

In Galaxy of Trian players face series of battles competing for galactic supremacy. Single player mode includes custom matches against AI and a full campaign mode, and in multiplayer gamers can engage hot-seat mode, all taking turns sharing one device. Online play is also available via server mode, allowing players to challenge their friends to see who is the best strategist!

 

Taking into consideration the deeply strategy driven audience, additional planned features include a complex ranking system and online match-making to test your wit against random players of the same level.

 

Galaxy of Trian will launch as a free-to-play game on PC, Mac, iOS, Android and Web and features cross-platform play across all formats and multiple game modes for solo and multiplayer gameplay, allowing a host of options for players to choose a race, explore the galaxy and gather resources.

 

Players can sign up for the beta by entering their contact information here.

Marvel Contest of Champions Comic Series Announced

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Kabam is proud to announce the new monthly Marvel Comic series, Marvel Contest of Champions, inspired by Kabam’s popular Marvel Contest of Champions mobile game. This marks the first time Marvel has produced an on-going comic book series inspired by a video game. Marvel Contest of Champions issue number one is available at local comic shop retailers and digitally through the Marvel Digital Comics Shop. Marvel Contest of Champions comic writer Al Ewing and Kabam artist Gabriel Frizzera will be available for autographs at Marvel’s New York Comic Con booth on Friday, October 9 at 10 a.m.

“The Marvel Contest of Champions comic book series merges the worlds of mobile gaming and comic book publishing, presenting each as a cohesive storytelling medium that complements one another,” said Kabam Chief Operating Officer Kent Wakeford. “Kabam is honored to collaborate with Marvel on the company’s first-of-its-kind project. It not only demonstrates mobile gaming’s strength as an entertainment partner, but it also exemplifies a unique way mobile games can crossover and connect to new audiences.”

“Through Marvel comics, movies, television shows and games, we strive to nurture our fans’ relationships with Marvel characters across their preferred media channels,” said Peter Phillips, EVP/GM, Interactive & Digital Distribution, Marvel Entertainment. “It was a natural creative effort to offer Marvel Contest of Champions, one of the most popular mobile games in the world, as a bold new comic series and expand that universe into one fluid entertainment experience.”

The Marvel Contest of Champions comic series will focus on popular Marvel Super Heroes that are featured in the mobile game, including Iron Man and Gamora. In addition, the comic will introduce new characters to the Marvel Universe that are also debuting in the Marvel Contest of Champions mobile game. For the comic’s debut issue, Kabam and Marvel collaborated on the development of a new character, Guillotine, a Super Hero who wields a powerful magic sword that’s been passed down through her family since the French Revolution. New York Comic Con attendees will be among the first to see her in action as well as fan-favorites Venom and Joe-Fixit, who are both appearing in the comic series and making their in-game debuts in October, at the Marvel Contest of Champions demo stations at Marvel’s booth.

Marvel Contest of Champions is the only arcade-style fighting mobile game that dives deep into the Marvel Universe. Heroes and villains from Marvel’s Avengers: Age of Ultron, Avengers, Thunderbolts, X-Men, Inhumans, Guardians of the Galaxy and more battle it out in iconic Marvel locations, in an epic storyline that stays true to classic Marvel storytelling. The game launched in December 2014 and surpassed $100 million in gross revenue in seven months, the fastest any Kabam game has hit that revenue milestone.

To download a digital copy of the Marvel Contest of Champions comic book, please visit Marvel’s Digital Comics Shop.

Dungeon Fighter Online: Act 6 ‘Dies Irae’ Released

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Neople Inc., the developer of Dungeon Fighter Online, a free 2D arcade-style action MMORPG game played by over 400 million players worldwide, announced today the release of Act 6 ‘Dies Irae’ in the global version of the Dungeon Fighter Online. Neople also unveiled a teaser video for the Priest 2nd awakening last week, which gives a sneak peek about the four newly available awakening classes.

 

In this major content update, Priest, one of the most played characters of Dungeon Fighter Online will receive its long awaited 2nd awakening. Players will now be able to continue their adventures in the mystical realm of Arad as they awaken into newly available 2nd awakening classes for each priest class. These classes are Saint, Justice, Draconid and Immortal. In addition, the 2nd awakening will open up further skills and customization for each class. With astounding and flashy new awakening skills in their arsenal, players can enhance their overall power and effectiveness in battle, making them a new force to be reckoned with.

 

Furthermore, Neople released many beneficial events for adventurers of Arad. Notably, Seria’s Greeting event which grants special benefits to adventurers making their return to Arad. Through this event, returners will be entitled to receive tons of Cera (paid virtual currency) items such as Neo Premium Contract Plus (7 days), x5 Growth Potion, Kaleido Box and Growing Unique Weapon. More information about Seria’s Greeting and other on-going events can be found here on the official Dungeon Fighter Online event page.

 

If you would like to jump into Arad and start your adventure for the very first time, simply visit the official Dungeon Fighter Online page and create a free account. Detailed information about how to register can be found here at the official guide page.

Elite Dangerous for Xbox One Available Now

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Frontier Developments plc (AIM: FDEV) has released Elite Dangerous for Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft.

Elite Dangerous brings gaming’s original open world adventure to Xbox One with all 400 billion stars of the Milky Way re-created at their full galactic proportions, an evolving player-driven narrative and fully connected multiplayer experience.

Starting with only a small starship and a few credits, players do whatever it takes to earn the skill, knowledge, wealth and power to survive in a futuristic cutthroat galaxy and to stand among the ranks of the iconic Elite. In an age of galactic superpowers and interstellar war, every player’s story influences the unique connected gaming experience and evolving narrative. Governments are overthrown, battles are lost and won, and humanity’s frontier is reshaped, all by players’ actions.

Early Access to Elite Dangerous for Xbox One began in June as part of the Xbox One Game Preview Program. After its successful development in Game Preview, Elite Dangerous for Xbox One is available today on the Xbox One digital store for £29.99 ($37.49, €37.49).

Elite Dangerous arrives on Xbox One in full 1080p, with new gamepad-optimized controls, Achievements, full support for Xbox One Parties and Friends Lists, and all-new instant-action PVP in the Close Quarter Combat Championships.

Elite Dangerous for Xbox One launches alongside Elite Dangerous update 1.4: CQC for PC, Mac and Xbox One, featuring new ships, content and the all-new Close Quarter Combat (CQC) PVP mode.

CQC is the ultimate 34th century gladiatorial contest between Elite Dangerous pilots, thrusting players into intense PVP action in custom-built arenas set within the Elite Dangerous galaxy. Equip a unique loadout on your Sidewinder, Eagle or new Federal Fighter spacecraft and unlock new weapons, modules and abilities as you take on the galaxy’s finest.

In coming weeks Frontier Developments will announce full details on the upcoming $100,000 Elite Dangerous CQC Tournament. Frontier will hold qualifying periods online and host a grand final in the UK next year, bringing the world’s finest CQC pilots together in a live face-off.

MARVEL Future Fight Recruits Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

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MARVEL Future Fight, the blockbuster Mobile Action RPG from leading Korean gaming company, Netmarble Games, has released the newest update featuring brand new characters from Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Coinciding with the season three launch of the hit ABC Television show, players will now be able to recruit notable agents such as leader Phil Coulson, Daisy Johnson (Skye), Bobbi Morse, Lincoln Campbell, Deathlok, Sif and a variety of other operatives on their teams. Non-stop action awaits as the world’s best agents are on-hand and ready to take action.

 

In addition to brand new characters, players can now delve further into the world of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. with the inclusion of two brand new stages. Infiltrate Hydra’s Arctic Base and destroy all enemies in sight as the snowy obstacles may prove difficult. Opposite of the arctic environment, players can also explore a small settlement hidden in the mountains that serves as the sanctuary for the Inhumans that fans of the show may recall as the Afterlife.

 

“It is very rewarding to see players respond so positively to the new content we bring into our game,” said Seungwon Lee, President of Overseas, Netmarble Games. “We’re very excited to feature Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. within our new update for MARVEL Future Fight. With season three having just kicked off for the hit television show, it is a great time to have fans experience this exciting story in a new interactive way.”

 

“We’re excited that the first opportunity to integrate our TV content and mobile games is with Marvel Future Fight and “Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD,” said Peter Phillips, EVP/GM, Interactive & Digital Distribution, Marvel Entertainment. “While TV is one of the primary ways in which Marvel delivers amazing stories to our fans, our popular mobile games give people an opportunity to keep the story going.”

 

    Additional exciting new gameplay features in the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. update include:

  • New Characters: The beloved Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. team joins the battle as notable characters such as Phil Coulson, Daisy Johnson (Skye), Lincoln Campbell, Deathlok, Sif, Melinda May, Gordon, Raina, Leo Fitz are introduced
  • Expanded Storyline: The Future Fight saga continues with two new Chapters and 16 Stages co-written by the television show creative team with famed comic writer, Peter David
  • New Stages and HYDRA’s Arctic Base: Serving as the base for terrorist-military organization, HYDRA, players must employ their best operatives to overtake HYDRA in this arctic environment
  • Afterlife – The sanctuary for Inhumans, located in a remote mountain community
  • New Uniforms and Special gear: Comic book version uniforms give popular characters special abilities such as Quake, aka Daisy Johnson (Skye), Deathlok and Bobbi Morse, aka Mockingbird and custom gear can now be created for all characters
  • New Monsters: Nine new monsters are added to the roster as players must battle it out against Inhumans and their minions
  • Introduction of Alliance PvE Battle Mode: A brand new storyline and mode in which players who form teams and earn the highest score will be rewarded with crystals for in-game item purchases
  • Increased Level Caps/Upgraded Character Balancing: Hero levels caps have been expanded to level 60, Player account level expanded to level 60, additionally three characters have been upgraded to 6 star skill sets – Luke Cage, She-Hulk, and Sister Grim.
  • Limited-time Comic Book Cover: A brand new exclusive limited-time comic book cover set

 

Daybreak Promotes New Executive Creative Director

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Daybreak Game Company has announced that it has promoted Jens Andersen as Executive Creative Director. DC Universe Online players are familiar with Jens, who has played the role of its Senior Creative Director. Jens will now be overseeing the creative development of all Daybreak titles, including an unannounced title in development.

Daybreak is also about to move to a new office in San Diego, custom-built for the team and bringing all of its staff under a single roof. The new office includes areas for each development team, a screening room, livestreaming studios, and more – including a “Happy Hour” lounge that houses the original Tanarus server converted into a kegerator.

The game studio has recently seen the success of its first H1Z1 tournament at TwitchCon, and has announced new expansions for EverQuest and EverQuest II. Daybreak also recently announced the imminent closure of Dragon’s Prophet in November.