Monthly Archives: January 2017

DOA Xtreme 3 to get “PSVR Support”

DOA Editorial

Okay, that’s it. Everyone go home. We’ve finally done it; we’ve gone too fucking far. I saw this on my Twitter feed and felt a soul-crushing, immediate weight on my soul that I fear no medication or mental help can cure me of. From what I’m aware of, at least, it’s not slated for an American release [yet]. But let’s get into the news! Dead or Alive: Xtreme 3 is getting a PSVR release. It’s a “VR Passport”, and owners of the game can get it for free until Feb. 28th. VR Paradise, is what it’s called, and it’s divided into three sections: Gravure Paradise, Event Paradise, and Photo Paradise. I’ve never felt more uncomfortable or perplexed. I know what all of this means! It’s even got a video! Those who are using the free-to-play version will have to pay for the passport straight away, but that means they won’t have to buy the game to . . . enjoy. . . this thing. Now, look, I’m not a prude. But I feel like we as a society have to draw the line somewhere. The DOA franchise turned very quickly into softcore porn with the Beach Volleyball franchise, and that’s what this represents: A bunch of buxom [and some loli-esque] girls on the beach, bouncing about, flopping into beds, posing and giggling innocently. I have a feeling this will stay in Japan, but fortunately, Sony stuff is not region-locked. It’s unwholesome, unsettling, but it’s very visually appealing at least! It looks pretty, about as pretty as one can expect. And it’ll have PS4 Pro support, because well. . . why not? Jokes aside, it’s certainly going to make money.  I won’t argue that. I just feel very tired now. But it does show us just how far we can take Virtual Reality.

Below is the trailer, because I know you want to see it.

Metal Carnage

Metal Carnage is a buy-to-play indie action racing game developed by Playvision for PC and Mac and is available for purchase on Steam. In the near future resources are rapidly depleting and governments are no longer in control of the global economy. Instead private corporations run the world and they are constantly at arms over the few resources that are left, but who is to fight for them? That’s where you come in. You will become a raider, selling your services to these corporations and accomplishing localized missions for them. Fight well with your well-armed vehicle and you will be duly rewarded for your efforts, but you’d be surprised just how much tactic and thought goes into a raider’s daily life.

Features:

Vehicle Customization: Customize your vehicles with armor and weapons to turn them into a machine of pure destruction. Sharp turns and earth-shattering explosions will become a part of every mission you go on!

Deathmatch Modes: Play in regular Deathmatch where players battle in a free-for-all game mode trying to destroy each other, or Team Deathmatch where two squads with up to 5 raiders will battle it out with unlimited spawns.

Fast-paced Combat: This isn’t your average racing game, especially when the cars are outfitted with deadly weapons. Speed, precision, and a calm head will all come in handy as you race around trying to blow up enemies.

Screeps

Screeps is a buy-to-play 2D strategy game developed by the similarly named Screeps and is available for purchase on Steam for PC, Mac and Linux. Screeps also allows for players to purchase a monthly subscription model that will increase their CPU resource limit in the game. n Screeps players can learn JavaScript while putting their newfound programming skills to the test by programming the AI for their colony of units. By programming your units to gather resources and expand your territory you’ll gain an even larger foothold on the in-game world. You’ll need to outsmart and outcode your opponents if you want to become one of the players with the biggest in-game footprint.

Features:

AI Programming: JavaScript veterans and newbies alike will find being able to direct your entire colony a fresh, new way to strategize. Control every aspect of your units in the freest way possible.

Collection and Expansion: Collecting resources and expanding your empire when possible are two of the primary goals you’ll be faced with. Determining when your units should do what is the true challenge.

External Development: If you find that you don’t like developing your code in-game, don’t worry! You can develop your code in your favorite IDE so you can program in the most comfortable way for you.

Offline Progression: The programming you’ve given your units will carry over to when you aren’t actively playing. Make sure you keep that in mind when figuring out what automatic orders they need to carry out.

Operation: New Earth

Operation: New Earth is a free-to-play sci-fi strategy game developed by Hunted Cow Studios for iOS, Android, and is available for PC download on Steam. In Operation: New Earth players must form and command the most advanced military facility possible and use it to defend the Earth from hostile alien invasions. Your only protection from the invading aliens is your stronghold, so you must gather resources, level up your base, and work with your alliance to keep it as safe as possible. Will you be able to defend the Earth, or fall to the aliens and other hostile forces?

Features:

Unit Management: Train all sorts of different types of units in preparation for the battles to come. You never know what you might have to face next!

Hero Units: Hero Units will give your units great boosts and advantages when in combat. Don’t forget to continue to upgrade them for increased effects.

Alliances: Joining an Alliance will give you the chance to become part of huge networks of territory, giving you even more control over resources and objectives.

Neutronium Collection: One of the rarest resources available is Neutronium, a powerful alien element. Collect as much of it as possible to enhance your army’s strength.