Total War: Warhammer reveals the Chaos Manticore unit, a berserk killer that kills with primal fury.
Monthly Archives: April 2016
Gods of Rome Fallen Zeus Spotlight
Gods of Rome reveals Fallen Zeus, the great deity fallen to the Chaos Vessel’s influence.
Killing Floor 2 Revenge of the Zeds Update Now Live
Tripwire Interactive today officially released the latest content update to their co-op sci-fi horror FPS game, KILLING FLOOR 2, which is currently available for PC via Steam Early Access for $29.99 (US), ₤19.99 (UK) and €26.99 (EU). The brand new Revenge of the Zeds Content Pack includes the long-awaited Versus Survival PvP game mode that allows players to take control of the deadly Zeds for the first time ever in the franchise’s history. Choose from over 10 dangerous and blood thirsty Zed specimens such as the Clots, Fleshpound, Stalker, Siren and even the infamous fan-favorite boss, The Patriarch. Each Zed has their own special ability, and is completely hell-bent on taking out any form of human life in sight!
The Revenge of the Zeds Content Pack also welcomes players, whether human or Zed, into the fortified abandoned Prison, with the introduction of the brand new map. Nothing is safe in this eerie new setting as players must escape the darkness and defeat their foes. The lever action rifle and crossbow are included in the Revenge of the Zeds Content Pack as Offperk weapons and the previously announced Sharpshooter Perk is well on its way for a future update.
Available now with the release of the Revenge of the Zeds Content Pack, players will be able to further explore the horrific world of KILLING FLOOR 2 with brand new features including the following features listed below. A full detailed list of all content additions, bug fixes and tuning can be found on the Official KILLING FLOOR 2 Game Group on Steam.
The brand new Revenge of the Zeds Content Pack for KILLING FLOOR 2 includes the following:
- New PVP Game Mode – Versus Survival. Players can take control of either Humans or Zeds
- New Map – the Prison. New map achievements are also available
- New Offperk Weapons – Sharpshooter perk and remaining weapons will follow
- Winchester
- Crossbow
- New Item Crafting System – Craft weapon skins or cosmetic accessories
- Over 70 new community workshop items in 4 new supply crates and 5 new USBs Bug fixes and improvements…and much more!
To celebrate the release of the Revenge of the Zeds update, KILLING FLOOR 2 is being featured on Steam now as a Weekend Deal for 33% off until Monday, April 11th at 10:00AM PST.
ASTA’s First Major Content Update Arrives April 19
WEBZEN, a global developer and publisher of free-to-play MMO games, today announces the first new content release for the Asian fantasy MMORPG ASTA – The War of Tears and Winds, currently in Open Beta.
ASTA – The War of Tears and Winds is a classic fantasy MMORPG with gameplay that offers an essential MMORPG experience, combining traditional features such as customizable attributes and server-first achievements with modern comforts including group finder and automatic matchmaking.
Following on from the Open Beta launch on the 2nd of March, this content release includes a brand-new Team Arena Map and an additional difficulty mode for the current 10-player raid dungeon, providing additional challenges and new ways to enjoy the game. More details and release notes can be found on the official site at http://asta.webzen.com.
Overall, ASTA offers a wide variety of unique playstyles: Whether you’re looking for action-packed solo PVP play or team-focused group raids, this game will deliver. From battlegrounds to daily raids, ASTA is filled with content and ready from the outset. There are 10 unique areas, 3 races and 5 classes available for each of the 2 factions. Engaging quest lines and thrilling adventures will prepare you for raids and guild battles later on.
Richard Moon, Head of Global Business at WEBZEN, commented: “ASTA has received a fantastic response from current and new WEBZEN players and we are extremely pleased with how much fun players are having.” He is also keen to note that: “We are nowhere near finished improving ASTA. This content update is the first of many based on player feedback and analytical data, and we are striving to make the best game possible for our players.”
The release of this new content update also coincides with the 7th anniversary of Webzen.com, a leading gaming portal for free-to-play online video games and MMOs. The portal was launched with the objective of providing multiple games to players via a single login account. Since its launch in 2009 there have been many MMO games released, including the full-3D MMORPG MU ONLINE, the hugely popular Age of Wulin and the classic MMORPG Rappelz. More details can be found on the official site at http://webzen.com/.
SMITE Guan Yu Grim Horseman Skin Reveal
The second skin in the Escape from the Underworld event, witness SMITE‘s Guan Yu Grim Horseman.
The Skies Announce Beta Keys via Steam Early Access
Eforb announced today that their highly anticipated MMORPG, The Skies, will soft launch on Steam Early Access on April 11th, 2016. Participation in the Steam Early Access will be available through beta keys obtained from participating websites between April 11th and 15th, and through The Skies’ community pages.
The Skies will be available to all players on April 16th with a Freemium pay model. A special Lifetime Premium Package will be available to players during the first month on Steam Early Access from April 16th to May 15th. The Lifetime Premium Package, available for a one time fee of $15, will grant players a variety of bonuses and unique perks that are only available for these early adopters. From May 16th Premium subscription will be available to players for $10 per month thus making the Lifetime Premium Package amazing value.
In the early 21st century increased solar activity culminates in the destruction of all of civilization on Earth. Chaos prevails as cities and forests burn out of control. Ash has intermingled with radioactive dust darkening the sky and causing poisonous rainfall. Those lucky enough found their way to shelters where they managed to remain for 150 years. Outside the protective walls of their steel and concrete bunkers, the dust settles and humanity once again climbs from the dust and into the sunlight. Your story begins here.
Speaking about the Steam Early Access The Skies, Lead Designer Anton Paramonov had this to say “Players in our early testing phase have helped us fine tune the vision we have for The Skies. We’re proud and excited to show our hard work to the world.”
League of Angels II Launch Trailer
Cinematic trailer for the updated League of Angels games.
Dead Island 2 Trailer
The zombie virus has spread and now there are hordes of rotting flesh on every street corner, get your friends and the weapon of your dreams to demolish all opposition.
Dead Island 2
Dead Island 2 is an action survival game focused on seamless multiplayer co-op and sick weaponry in the Golden State of California, available for Windows, Xbox One, and the PlayStation 4.
Features:
Multiplayer Mayhem: Take down the horde with up to 8 other players seamlessly.
Crafting Carnage: Build the crazy weapon of your dreams to mutilate friends and foes alike.
Cali Catastrophe: Experience the beautiful state of California while you fight just to survive.
Erectus the Game Closed Beta Announced
Dutch developer Maata Games is proud to announce the Closed Beta release of their free-to-play strategy based empire builder MMO, Erectus the Game. A limited number of players will be able to access the game and experience first hand the improvements made since the Alpha.
The name Erectus is taken from Homo erectus, the ancestor of modern man. Both human races want their space to live and became enemies in Erectus the Game. Players take on the role of Homo sapiens and build their empires with the end goal of defeating the Homo erectus armies. The story takes place 130,000 years ago and allows players to form alliances and unite against the common enemy as well as against each other.
Players’ success will rely heavily on their strategic, economic and diplomatic management skills. As the game world shifts, players will have to quickly adapt their strategies and successfully micromanage their empire in order to expand and achieve greatness.
Maata Games Founder Paul Ludwig comments “For fans of strategy builder games, first and foremost we want to deliver the best player experience possible. We have focused heavily on offering flexibility and choice to our players which will ultimately bring a highly competitive game aimed at the strategist.” Ludwig continues “This next phase of Closed Beta will allow us to gain player feedback and continue to improve the game”.



