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Battlefield V pushed back to November

30/8/2018

 
Battlefield V pushed back to November - Pass the Controller

The General Manager of DICE, Oskar Gabrielson, today confirmed that Battlefield V has been delayed.

by Chris Brand
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The decision was made to allow the team to tweak certain aspects of gameplay, following feedback from players who participated in closed alpha tests and experienced Battlefield V at E3 and Gamescom.
Some of the changes include "meaningful improvements to the core gameplay experience," such as adjusting the gameplay tempo, improving soldier visibility and reducing player friction. A lot of these improvements will be live when the open beta takes place, starting on 6 September.

Even more feedback is expected following the open beta, and so the new launch date was chosen to give the developers time to implement any further changes and ensure they can "deliver on the potential of Tides of War."

Battlefield V will now release on 20 November.

Are you disappointed about the delay? Looking forward to the open beta? Share your thoughts with us below or over in the forums.
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Hell Warders coming to consoles and PC this autumn

30/8/2018

 
Hell Warders coming to consoles and PC this autumn - Pass the Controller

PQube Limited and Antigravity Game Studios have announced Hell Warders, a third-person ARPG/tower defense hybrid that's launching later this year.

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The Hell Warders are an ancient order of heroes with unique powers and abilities, tasked with pushing back the demonic hordes of hell using a wide arsenal of weapons, hero skills and an army of knights, archers, mages and catapults.
There are three class-based heroes to choose from, each with their own weapons and abilities, which can be enhanced with powerful artifacts and upgraded skills as you earn beacons from completing stages.

Both online and local co-op will be supported for up to four players.

Hell Warders is due to release on Xbox One, PS4, Switch and PC sometime this autumn.

Do you like what you see? Let us know below or over in the forums.


For more ARPG coverage, check out our Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor - Martyr review.
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Invincible Mode lets Furi players easily overcome boss fights

29/8/2018

 
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The Game Bakers have released a new update aimed at making their boss-rush game more appealing to less ‘hardcore’ players on PC.

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As we noted in our review, Furi is difficult, but sandwiched between the devilishly tricky, neon drenched boss encounters is a surprisingly engaging story, which the new invincible mode update will allow people to enjoy at their leisure.
The update affords players the ability to “become invincible, skip a fight, skip or lock a certain phase in a fight, or weaken a boss,” something that would have been particularly useful during our gruelling tussle with the ninth Guardian, The Edge.
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The Game Bakers also hope the new update will appeal to speedrunners by allowing them to perfect combos and strategies.


​There’s no word on whether invincible mode is coming to the console versions of the game.

Let us know your thoughts on the update below.​
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New DLC now available for Earthfall and Vermintide 2

28/8/2018

 
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Two of this year’s biggest co-op action games, Earthfall and Vermintide 2, are getting some new content.

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First up is Earthfall’s free Inferno Update, which adds a new story mission and a new fire-based enemy type. Players will also receive the P90 submachine gun.

“Inferno is the first update in a three-month content roadmap we’ve shared with our fans,” said Collin Moore, PR and Marketing Director for Holospark.
“We’ve listened closely to player feedback and we’ve included two features that were directly requested by fans into this update, along with a group of requested quality-of-life updates and other bug fixes.”

Vermintide 2’s DLC, which is currently only available for PC users, tasks players with finding the source of the Nurgle infestation that’s slowly consuming the titular city.
Unlike Earthfall’s update, Shadows over Bögenhafen isn’t free, but you do get a bit more bang for your €7.99, including two new levels, quests and challenges, as well as new cosmetic items.

​“After the huge success with the release of Warhammer: Vermintide 2 we remain focused on supporting the game with new content and experiences.” says Martin Wahlund, CEO Fatshark.

​“Shadows over Bögenhafen adds even more compelling content that should challenge and satisfy even the most hardened players, we're really excited to announce its launch today on PC."

Have you been enjoying either of these two titles? Looking forward to the new content? Let us know below.
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Streets of Rage 4 announced

27/8/2018

 
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Nearly 25 years after the last game was released, the Streets of Rage series is back, with a brand-new fourth instalment announced today.

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Thanks to a partnership between Dotemu (Windjammers), Lizardcube (Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap) and Guard Crush Games (Streets of Fury), fans of SEGA’s iconic arcade brawler will finally get to take to the crime-ridden streets once more as either Axel Stone or Blaze Fielding.
Featuring an entirely new story and hand-drawn visuals, Streets of Rage 4 “builds upon the classic trilogy’s gameplay with new mechanics,” but also stands “as an entirely original arcade-style romp thanks to the expertise of Guard Crush Games and Dotemu."

Details regarding platforms, release date or what the new gameplay mechanics actually entail have yet to be announced by any of the studios involved.
Are you happy to see Streets of Rage making a comeback? Let us know below or over in the forums.
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ENDED: The Final Station giveaway

27/8/2018

 
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The winner is Manuel Araña Oliva (@Manuel19003)!

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2D survival adventure abounds this week, as our giveaway prize is an Xbox One key for The Final Station.

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More than an apocalyptic twist on the traditional train simulator, here you’ll chug between stations amassing survivors and supplies, all whilst combating the undead. Liam scored the game 7/10 in our review, noting that there’s a strong game occupying the space between its rough edges - check out the full piece for more.

Register at any point Monday through Friday, via the Gleam widget below, for your chance to win. If that same widget doesn’t feature your name as our winner once things have wrapped up, but you still want to check The Final Station out, you can grab it for £10.99 on Steam,  £11.99 on PS4 and Xbox One, or £13.49 on Switch.

Good luck!
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Microsoft expected to reveal huge subscription service including an Xbox One, Xbox Live and Game Pass

24/8/2018

 
Microsoft expected to reveal huge subscription service including an Xbox One, Xbox Live and Game Pass - Pass the Controller

According to Windows Central, Microsoft are planning to release the bundle, known as Xbox All Access, at the end of the month. ​

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If their sources are correct, customers will have the option of paying $22 a month to get an Xbox One S and two years of Xbox Live and Game Pass. The same deal, but with an Xbox One X, is said to be $35 a month. After the two year contract is up, the console is all yours.

The deal is thought to be available only to our American cousins at launch, but if it takes off there's a good chance we'll see it being rolled out in more regions.
The Verge also claim that Microsoft are planning to unveil a new Xbox accessory, codenamed Washburn. A, now edited, blog post supposedly teased the reveal of "all-new Xbox hardware and accessories" before being changed to "new Xbox One bundles and accessories."

They go on to say the accessory is due to release in October, not too long after Forza Horizon 4, and it’s not a new Elite Controller.

Microsoft revealed a total of eight new console bundles and three Wireless Controllers during Gamescom 2018, and if the rumours pan out we should be seeing even more in the near future.

Would you be interested in a complete subscription service? Share your thoughts with us below or over in the forums.
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Shenmue III The Prophecy trailer reveals launch date, Shenmue I & II remasters out now

22/8/2018

 
Shenmue III The Prophecy trailer reveals launch date, Shenmue I & II remasters out now - Pass the Controller

Over at Gamescom 2018, Koch Media and YS Net Inc. showed a new teaser trailer for Shenmue III, which culminated in the reveal of a release date.

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On 27 August 2019, after what will be an almost 18 year hiatus, players can continue the story of Ryo Hazuki as he investigates the murder of his father and gets pulled ever deeper into the mystery.
Those looking to get their Shenmue fix before a year has passed, or anyone wanting to get caught up on the series, should be happy to know that the first two games in the eventual trilogy have been remastered for today’s gaming machines and are available now as a bundle on Xbox One, PS4 and PC.
Are you excited about the reveal? Already playing through the first two? Let us know below or over in the forums.
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Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice launch date announced, Collector's Edition revealed

21/8/2018

 
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice launch date announced, Collector's Edition revealed - Pass the Controller

FromSoftware's (Dark Souls, Bloodborne) latest project, the eagerly anticipated Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, finally has a solid release date and attendees at this year's Gamescom will be able to go hands-on for the first time.

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The lucky few can experience the core combat, utilising special Sword Arts "to supplement their regular attacks, and tear down enemy defenses before sealing the final blow," and try out various tools available to the protagonist, such as the Grappling Hook, thanks to his Shinobi Prosthetic arm. ​
There's also a combat mechanic which allows players to resurrect on the spot, certainly a welcome addition given the development team's history of making challenging games.
Pre-orders are now open, with a Collector's Edition available from select retailers. This includes the full game alongside a few extra goodies:

  • 7” Shinobi Statue
  • SteelBook
  • Collectible Artbook
  • Map
  • Digital Soundtrack
  • Replica Game Coins

​“We can’t wait for fans to finally get their hands on Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice,” said Steve Young, Chief Revenue Officer at Activision.

“Fans will get a taste of the multiple tools available for the prosthetic shinobi arm this week at Gamescom, and will be able to fully dive into the brutal, dark world of 1500s Sengoku Japan when the game launches on 22 March 2019.”

Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice releases simultaneously on Xbox One, PS4 and Steam.

Share your excitement with us below or over in the forums.
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Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom coming to PC and consoles this November

21/8/2018

 
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Game Atelier and FDG Entertainment have announced the release date for their colourful action-adventure title, Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom.

by Liam Andrews
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The game is meant as a spiritual successor to the Wonder Boy series, and is being developed alongside the former’s original creator, Ryuichi Nishizawa.

​In Monster Boy, you play as a young hero, Jin, out to save the Monster World Kingdom from peril with your shape-shifting abilities.
At any time during the game, Jin can transform between one of six forms – human, pig, dragon, lion, frog and snake – to overcome enemies, obstacles and unlock hidden paths and equipment.  

​The game features more than 15 hours of gameplay, hand-drawn animations and a score written by iconic Japanese composers Yuzo Koshiro, Motoi Sakuraba, Michiru Yamane, Keiki Kobayashi and Takeshi Yanagawa.

Switch users will be pleased to hear the game will run at a smooth 60fps in both docked and handheld modes, with a respective resolution of 1080p and 720p.

Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom is out 6 November on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC and Nintendo Switch.
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