Fatshark Games celebrates their first year of content for Warhammer Vermintide 2 today, and are bringing some fun events and sales along to celebrate. A new level will only be available for 10 days, which is located in the Weekly Quest portion of the UI. In addition, Warhammer Vermintide 2 will be free this weekend, and will also be putting it on sale for 60% off for the duration of the anniversary weekend.
“Time really flies when you are having fun, and this year has flown by in hyper speed. Feels like just yesterday we ran our beta, introduced Chaos to the gamers, and premiered the extremely popular Twitch integration.” says Martin Wahlund, CEO Fatshark. “Since the launch we have surpassed all expectations, with over two million sold games, and millions upon millions of hours played”.
Funcom announced yesterday that Conan Exiles will be hosting its first-ever Steam Free Weekend. It started on March 7th and will run until March 10th, 2019. In addition, there will also be a 50% discount running during that same time frame for people who enjoy the game and wish to explore more. Set in the world of Conan the Barbarian, players build, survive, and do their best to dominate, whether its single player or multiplayer. It also recently left Early Access on PC, Xbox One and Playstation 4.
“From Early Access through launch to where we are today, Conan Exiles has made an exceptional journey and we are incredibly proud of what it has become,” said Funcom CEO Rui Casais. “With the continued support from our community we have had the opportunity to keep expanding on the game with new content, new features, and continuous improvements to technology and gameplay. We are truly excited about the opportunity to open the flood gates this weekend and allow everyone a chance to try it out.”
While there aren’t but a few major retail releases for the first week of March 2019! That having been said, there are some pretty major releases coming up later in the month. I want to start with a game series that I’ve sort of missed out on. I haven’t kept up with the oft-confusing FATE franchise (//Stay Night, et cetera), but I feel like it’s something I’d like to have in my life. There’s a Warriors-style FATE game coming on March 19th, Fate // Extella LINK. The previous Fate // Extella title had 16 characters, but Extella LINK adds 10 more, bringing the total to 26. Sure it’s not Dynasty Warriors with their 115 characters or what have you, but I am very much curious to get lost in the world of Fate.
Of course, Final Fantasy VII is coming to the Nintendo Switch, on March 26th. It’s going to be a nice cheap 16 bucks too, I believe. I just wonder which version of the game we’re going to get. The vanilla PSX release, the original PC release, the HD remake for PC? There are a few options on the table. Now personally (and don’t get mad), Final Fantasy VII is nowhere near the top of my favorites in the series. I enjoy it, there are certainly things I would do different, but it really brought Final Fantasy to the mainstream, so I can’t fault them for that. But it is coming, and it should be exciting. Finally, for you fans of Yoshi, Yoshi’s Crafted World is on the way March 29th. I do believe you can download the demo now. I haven’t really gotten into the Yoshi franchise – the cuteness doesn’t really do it for me. But they are fun, family-friendly games and there’s nothin’ wrong with that. Today I’m going to highlightt a trio of interesting indie releases on the Nintendo Switch that I think are certainly worth taking a look at.
Beat Cop (March 5th): Beat Cop is a pixel-based game set in the crime-riddled 80s New York. Framed for a crime you haven’t committed, and you have one shot to find out the truth. A non-linear story, multiple endings, gorgeous pixel art and when you combine that fantastic humor, you have an indie game that simply cannot be beat. I’m disappointed I’ve yet to play it, but every time I see it I regret not playing it. It’s now live on the Switch, so you can take it with you anywhere. (14.99)
Unknown Fate (March 5th): Unknown Fate is a recently-released adventure/puzzle game for the Nintendo Switch, and I’m a sucker for its edgy, dark art style. It’s not enough to wake up alone, with no idea where you are or how to get home, but there are also terrifying enemies to defeat and puzzles to solve. The ultimate goal is to recover Richard’s (the main character) lost memories and find his way home. But what a journey it looks to be! This is another potential sleeper hit in my eyes, and I’m curious to see more of it. (14.99)
Braveland Trilogy (March 7th): I’m an absolute sucker for the classic turn-based strategy games. From the older Fire Emblem games, Final Fantasy Tactics, Advance Wars, these are all wonderful titles with plenty to offer. Braveland Trilogy is a classic turn-based strategy in that same vein, with 200 battles, 50 varied units, and plenty of challenge to go along with that. There are three story chapters with lots of story and combat along the way, and it also features a very bright, pleasant aesthetic. Players can also improve their hero as they go, which is one of the things I like about strategy RPGs – growth. (14.99)
Marvel Battle Lines is a real-time card battler taking place in the expansive Marvel Universe. Take your pick of teammates from the most renowned champions of justice or villainy and restore the mythical Cosmic Cube.
Business Model: Free-to-Play
Microtransactions: Yes, there are optional in-app purchases available.
Key Features:
Avengers Assemble: Recruit allies like Iron Man, the Hulk, and Black Widow.
Making the List: Mix and match characters to create the ultimate deck.
Page-Turner: Experience a unique story across the single-player narrative-focused chapters.
Open Challenge: Go head-to-head against the world’s best in the arena.
Melting World Online is an online multiplayer turn-based tactics game featuring hectic battles between futuristic mechs. The human race has been pushed to extinction from an invasive threat. Rise to the challenge and secure humanity’s place among the stars!
Business Model: Retail
Microtransactions: No
Key Features:
Rollcall: Assemble a squad of talented pilots making sure to take advantage of their perks and other unique abilities.
Garage Time: Tinker with your vehicle swapping out parts and equipped weaponry as they become obsolete.
Scientific Advancements: Conduct research operations to discover brand new recipes.
Competitive Tendency: Engage in free-for-all, team deathmatch, and 1v1 game modes.
Demon Crisis is fantasy auto-battler featuring elements from the role-playing and clicker genres. A hostile entity threatens your people, fight back against the invaders and secure your borders!
Business Model: Free-to-Play
Microtransactions: Yes, there are a variety of optional in-game purchases.
Key Features:
Calling All Legends: Summon hundreds of unique heroes and add the best of the best to your battle roster.
Crusader Campaign: Travel across the continent tackling new challenges along the way.
Scavenged Equipment: Collect all manner of gear and upgrade them for increased stats.
Working Hard: Grind out levels to reach the most rewarding content.
Checking In: Earn valuable resources from accomplishing a variety of tasks.
Time to Duel: Compete against the highest-rated players from around the world in the arena mode.
Mini Battlegrounds is a multiplayer last-man-standing battle royale full of adrenaline-packed combat! With simple controls, this game is easy to pick up for new players, while maintaining a high skill cap to entertain the seasoned veterans of the genre.
