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Smoke and Sacrifice giveaway

25/5/2020

Gothic RPG Smoke and Sacrifice is this week's giveaway prize!

by Sam Sant

This beautiful, open-world RPG casts you as a mother in search of her son. Sachi was forced to give up her child and will stop at nothing to get him back, embarking on a dark adventure full of grotesque monsters.

You'll engage with combat, crafting and survival elements as the the narrative-driven RPG gradually unfurls to reveal its dark truths. Bleak as it may be at times, the hand-painted visuals add a little levity to keep things enjoyable.

To be in with a chance of winning Smoke and Sacrifice on Steam, enter via Gleam below. You can also pick the game up for £15.99 on Steam.

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We Were Here Together brings co-op puzzle solving to Xbox One this summer

22/5/2020

Total Mayhem Games are set to release the third instalment of their We Were Here series on Xbox One this June; it’ll see two players communicate in order to solve puzzles from different locations.

by Liam Andrews

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We Were Here Together, a follow up to We Were Here and sequel We Were Here Too, builds upon the series’ asymmetrical puzzle-solving action with new features and gameplay mechanics. Notable additions include the freedom to explore surrounding Antarctic landscapes, a new inventory system and, for the first time, locations that can be explored together side-by-side.

The series’ narrative elements have also been expanded upon with all-new “immersive” cutscenes, plus even more puzzles and environments for a “longer total playtime” according to Managing Director Lucia de Visser.

We Were Here Together is currently available on Steam and arrives on Xbox One 5 June. Those who pre-order the game on Xbox will receive a 10% discount, bringing the total price down from £10.74 to £9.76.

Did you play the first two games? Looking forward to more co-op puzzling? Let us know below.

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Mafia: Trilogy now available to purchase digitally, remake of original Mafia game coming later

20/5/2020

2K have officially released Mafia: Trilogy, a collection of all three Mafia games, across digital stores on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC.

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Those who purchase the digital edition of Mafia: Trilogy will get immediate access to the Definitive Editions of Mafia 2 and Mafia 3, both of which include all previously released DLC, with the former benefitting from improved visuals and audio.

The bundle also includes Mafia: Definitive Edition, a remake of the 2002 original that’s been “rebuilt from the ground up” for today’s gaming machines, with dramatic improvements made to visuals and gameplay. The remake will be launching later this summer, on 28 August.

All three titles can be purchased together in the bundle or individually in their Definitive Editions.

PC users who already own Mafia 2 or Mafia 3 on Steam will be receive a free upgrade to the new editions, while PS4 and Xbox One players who own the latter can also nab a free upgrade.

A boxed edition of Mafia: Trilogy will be released on 28 August, but only in EMEA and Asia regions, not in the Americas.

Mafia: Trilogy is available to download now on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC.

Mafia 2: Definitive Edition and Mafia 3: Definitive Edition will also be making their way to Stadia at a later date, but it’s not been confirmed when, or if, the remake of the original game will be joining them.

Will you be delving into the Mafia: Trilogy this week? Let us know below.

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ENDED: Hollow Knight giveaway

18/5/2020

Adam Brown is our lucky Hollow Knight giveaway winner!

by Sam Sant

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A Steam key for indie darling Hollow Knight is this week's giveaway prize.

Team Cherry's 2D metroidvania achieved instant acclaim with its mix of challenging gameplay and gorgeous hand-drawn visuals. Cute as it may seem at first glance, Hollow Knight is a dark action adventure that'll pull you deeper and deeper into its twisted ways.

If you want to explore a ruined insect kingdom and battle beastly bugs, then be sure to enter via Gleam below to be in with a chance of winning Hollow Knight on Steam. You can also purchase the game for £10.99 on Steam.

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Musical action game No Straight Roads confirmed for Xbox One and Nintendo Switch

14/5/2020

Metronomik and Sold Out have announced that their musical action adventure game, No Straight Roads, will be coming to Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.

by Liam Andrews

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The game, which can be tackled solo or with a friend via local co-op, sees players attempting to topple an evil EDM empire. It's being developed by Metronomik, a studio that’s led by two ex-AAA developers whose past work includes Street Fighter V and Final Fantasy XV. Previously, only PC and PS4 versions of the game had been announced, but now Xbox One and Switch users will be able to play the game on their preferred platform of choice when it launches later this summer.

It sounds like the Switch version will have some platform exclusive features, including an Assist Mode that allows a third user to help the two main players by picking up items, transforming props and calling in bonuses. Players will also be able to use the Switch’s touchscreen functionality (when undocked, of course) for easy interaction with props and for picking up items.

Xbox One and Switch users can also now pre-order the previously announced Collector’s Edition, which includes a double-sided vinyl record of the game’s OST, a 64-page art book and official NSR drumsticks.

If the game sounds familiar, you might recall we declared it Game of the Show for last year’s EGX Rezzed after seeing it in action first-hand. You can find out more by watching the video below.

No Straight Roads is out 30 June on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Switch and PC via the Epic Games Store.

Are you glad to see NSR coming to more platforms? Let us know below.

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Paper Mario: The Origami King announced for Nintendo Switch, out later this summer

14/5/2020

Nintendo have announced Paper Mario: The Origami King, and it’s coming to Switch this July.

by Liam Andrews

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The game stars new antagonist King Olly, who has invaded the papercraft world with his army of Folded Soldiers and transformed Princess Peach into origami. As Paper Mario, players will be teaming up with their own origami assistant, Olivia, for an adventure that’ll take in multiple locations, from deserts to high seas, recruiting a revolving cast of “wacky travel buddies” along the way.

As you can see in the above video, one of the new transformation abilities includes Paper Mario’s 1000-Fold Arms, which allows the 2D plumber to reach distant objects and uncover hidden areas.

The game’s battles are said to require a mix of tactical thinking and puzzle solving skills as players can move enemies into a line to deal out more damage. There’ll also be “humongous bosses” to face off against, and it looks like we’ll be able to explore more open 3D sections during certain points in the game.

Paper Mario: The Origami King is out 17 July on Nintendo Switch.

Let us know your thoughts on the surprise reveal below or over in the forums.

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2K tease Mafia: Trilogy, a collection of all three Mafia games

13/5/2020

Following a revival of the series official twitter account, 2K have released a teaser for Mafia: Trilogy for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC and Stadia.

by Liam Andrews

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While there’s not much information in the short video released today, the game’s twitter account confirms that the collection will include all three Mafia titles. It’s not clear whether the first two entries, which were released in 2002 and 2010 respectively, will be remasters or ports. It looks like we won’t have long to wait to find out, however, with a full announcement said to be coming next Tuesday, at 5pm BST.

Each of the three Mafia games takes place in a different region of the United States during a different time period. The first game was set in the 1930s, while the follow up took place in a 1940s fictional east coast city.

The most recent entry, Mafia 3, takes place during the 1960s and stars Vietnam veteran Lincoln Clay on a revenge mission against the mob. Gabriella praised the game for its setting and characters in her 2016 review but lamented the “uninspiring” structure of missions. You can read the full review here or check out her video breakdown of the game below.

Let us know your thoughts on the Mafia: Trilogy announcement below or over in the forums.

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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 remake officially unveiled

12/5/2020

Activision have officially confirmed that a remastered collection of the two iconic skateboard games is coming to consoles and PC later this year.

by Liam Andrews

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Developed by Vicarious Visions, the studio behind the recent Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy and Crash Team Racing remakes, THPS 1 and 2 is out this September and comes with all the skaters, tricks and maps found in the original games, plus quite a few songs from the original soundtracks. As well as the visual overhaul, the game’s create-a-skater and create-a-park features have also been updated, and the revert ability has been added into the game.

Online multiplayer will also be supported, alongside split screen, with players said to be able to build and share upon each other’s custom parks.

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 is out 4 September on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC via the Epic Games Store. Those who pre-order will get access to the Warehouse Demo ahead of the game’s release.

Are you glad to see the Tony Hawk’s series making a return? Let us know below.

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ENDED: Tower of Guns giveaway

11/5/2020

Congratulations to our Tower of Guns giveaway winner, David Millan!

by Sam Sant

@SlamShotSam

A Steam key for fast-paced FPS Tower of Guns is our latest giveaway prize.

This twitch reaction shooter is described in numerous unique ways by its sibling development duo. Tower of Guns is labelled a "Lunch Break FPS" and a "bullet-hell rogue-lite" in the vein of The Binding of Isaac and Doom 2. Crazy as it might seem, that's all pretty accurate.

Randomised elements make the game constantly compelling to revisit, including variable levels, enemies, weapons, upgrades and item pick-ups. Whatever the current structure, incoming fire is always laid on thick and fast to keep things challenging.

If you're ready to scale the Tower of Guns, then enter via Gleam below to be in with a chance of winning a Steam key. You can also purchase the game for £10.99 on Steam.

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Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath adds Robocop and new story content

6/5/2020

NetherRealm and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment have announced a new expansion for Mortal Kombat 11.

by Liam Andrews

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The expansion, titled Aftermath, builds on the game’s campaign with “an all-new, cinematic narrative centred around trust and deceit.” These new chapters will mark the return of Fujin and Sheeva as playable characters.

It’ll also introduce RoboCop as a guest fighter, complete with the likeness and voice of original RoboCop and RoboCop 2 actor Peter Weller.

Additionally, Aftermath is set to introduce three new character skin packs gradually over time.

Meanwhile, all MK11 players will be given free access to new stages including the Klassic Dead Pool and Soul Chamber arenas. Not only that, but new stage fatalities - where players use environmental objects to brutally dispatch their opponents - are also being added.

Friendships, a popular 90s feature and family-friendly alternative to the series’ violent Fatalities, are also being added for everybody via a free title update. Players will be able to kill their enemies with “a hint” of kindness by hugging teddy bears, jumping rope and hosting barbecues.

Aftermath will be available to download digitally from 26 May. Existing Mortal Kombat 11 players can expect to pay £34.99 / €39.99, while new players can pick up the Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath Kollection for £49.99 / €59.99, which includes the aforementioned expansion along with the base game and all previously released content.

Let us know your thoughts on MK11: Aftermath below or in the forums.

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Smoke and Sacrifice giveaway

We Were Here Together brings co-op puzzle solving to Xbox One this summer

Mafia: Trilogy now available to purchase digitally, remake of original Mafia game coming later

ENDED: Hollow Knight giveaway

Musical action game No Straight Roads confirmed for Xbox One and Nintendo Switch

Paper Mario: The Origami King announced for Nintendo Switch, out later this summer

2K tease Mafia: Trilogy, a collection of all three Mafia games

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 remake officially unveiled

ENDED: Tower of Guns giveaway

Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath adds Robocop and new story content

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