Yearly Archives: 2018

Horizon Chase Turbo Now Available

Horizon Chase Turbo - Announcement Trailer - May 15th 2018 - Playstation 4 and S

It’s time to look to the past to our favorite high-octane racers of old, as Horizon Chase Turbo is now live on Playstation 4 and Steam for 19.99. A combination of retro racing and modern multiplayer, Horizon Chase Turbo is an homage to the 16-bit racers of old. The controls promise to be tight and simple, which will make the nostalgic experience easy to get into. Fans both young and old can experience head-to-head split-screen multiplayer and enjoy catchy chiptune style music, to add to the retro aesthetic. All game modes, including World Tour support local split-screen multiplayer up to four players, and racers can compete in head-to-head races one at a time, or spend hours racing around the globe, collecting coins to achieve the goal of unlocking exotic vehicles and more gorgeous music.

“We created Horizon Chase Turbo to be the racing game we wanted to play, hitting the sweet spot between true-to-life simulators and chaotic, explosive kart racers,” said Aquiris Studio Game Designer, Felipe Dal Molin. “With Horizon Chase Turbo, we want players to feel the nostalgic tension of the simple tug-of-war of a tight turn; where players are run off-road for a split second only to return to intense high-speed action as they overtake and battle against friends playing together on the couch or via the online ghost mode.”

Wireless Gaming Wearable, Bcon Now Live on Kickstarter

Bcon _ The First Ever Gaming Wearable by CapLab GmbH — Kickstarter

The Bcon is a peripheral from Germany, which stands for “Better Control”. The wearable peripheral began their Kickstarter campaign today and offers interested supporters up to 50 percent off of the latest in wearable controller technology. Backers are not investing in the development though, as that has already been completed. Instead, the Kickstarter is to bring the Bcon into serial production. The Bcon will act as a supplement to the mouse and keyboard by adding easily executed movement controls. It promises to open a whole new input channel for players, and it also means more actions at the same time.

The wearable is aimed both at core gamers looking for better performance, as well as at players who want a more convenient gaming experience. The Bcon’s other applications include barrier-free gaming, as gamers are not limited to attaching the wearable to their feet. Used on the head, for example, people with disabilities can get easier access to more actions in a game or other supported software. Designed for wear on the body, it connects wirelessly to the PC and when attached to the shoe or foot, the hands remain free for using the mouse and keyboard. The Bcon has its own position detecting and does so in real time and translates movements into specific input commands. A total of four effortless movements (lifting the heel, et cetera) are available to trigger abilities in games.

These skills are only limited by the player’s imagination and by the game itself. Hotkeys can be assigned to the different directions of movement that are as flexible as changing key assignments. The Bcon supports PC games or any software that allows keyboard input. Users are able to utilize additional and easily accessible hotkeys for more interaction with the game world. Using the associated software, even complex configurations can be implemented. This even goes as far as executing entire key sequences with just a single smooth movement. The Bcon does this without any automation in the background. With the right knowledge of sequences abilities and the game’s mechanics, effects can be achieved that was previously only known from macros.

Little Witch Academia: Chamber of Time – Launch Trailer

Bandai Namco has officially launched the anime video game, Little Witch Academia: Chamber of Time on the Playstation 4 and PC via Steam. The Luna Nova Witchcraft Academy comes to life, and it’s time to tackle beasts with magical powers in a 3D ARPG beat ’em up which also features an original story from the anime series by Studio Trigger. Players control Akko and enjoy student life of a witch-in-training, explore dungeons as one of seven students from the anime series, and two multiplayer modes are also featured. The first has three players cooperatively fighting through an increasingly difficult dungeon consisting of 999 levels. Delve deeper and deeper into the dungeon to battle an onslaught of enemies and uncover valuable treasure. The second mode is a two-player battle mode that will pit two teams of three characters against each other and claim victory against a variety of win conditions.

Having been inspired by a famous witch named Shiny Chariot, an ordinary girl named Atsuko Kagari enrolls at Luna Nova Witchcraft Academy, a prestigious school for young girls trained to become witches. Before starting summer vacation, Akko and her new classmates find out about an inexplicable phenomenon at Luna Nova caused by the Seven Wonders. Now it’s up to Akko and her friends as they take on an adventure of a lifetime to unravel the mystery surrounding the Seven Wonders.

Oldage

Oldage is a free-to-play online multiplayer strategy game combining the best of chess and player customization. Recruit powerful game pieces and pit them against other players from around the world! Available for Windows and Mac OS.

Features:

Collect the Best: Assemble a squad of powerful units and formulate a gameplan capable of taking down even the toughest of opponents.

Rewards for Success: Climb the ranked ladder and obtain increasingly more valuable bonuses.

From Student to Sage: While intuitive for players of all skill levels to pick up, if you want the top spot on the leaderboard you’ll need to master a variety of tactical maneuvers.

Undecima

Undecima is a F2P multiplayer kingdom-management sim where you will take on the role of an unproven leader and guide a village to prosperity. Construct buildings, recruit warriors for your army, and raze the countryside for loot, fame, and glory! Available in the browser.

Features:

A Certain Kind of King: Specialize your town in might, magic, nature, or earth – each of of which demonstrates unique strengths and weaknesses.

Recruitment Drive: Seek out strong heroes to lead your military force into battle.

Going for the Top: Compete with other kings on a weekly leaderboard.

Tau Station

Tau Station is a text-based post-apocalyptic sci-fi MMO taking place in a fleshed out galaxy of infinite possibilities. Sail across space seeking out adventure and creating unforgettable experiences. Available in the browser.

Features:

Changing the Narrative: Evolve your story overtime by making bold decisions and exploring new areas.

Investigating Hell: Discover the mysteries behind the humanity-dooming Catastrophe.

Career Day: Follow one of six professions – such as business or medicine – and use them to gain an upperhand over other players.

Matchday11 Football Manager

Matchday11 Football Manager is a F2P online multiplayer game featuring intuitive and easily accessible tools for players to create their dream roster of soccer players. Utilize extensive stat tracking to compete against other managers around the globe. Available in the browser.

Features:

Spreadsheets Win Games: Keep track of percentages like successful passes, tackles, and shots to determine what your team needs to focus on and improve.

Going for Gold: Take part in continental cups, fight your way out of groups, and win grand championships.

Head Coach: Going for a more realistic take on the genre, there’s no need to get caught up in fluff like concession stand prices and stadium seating – just focus on crafting a winning club.