IO Interactive, best known for their work on the Hitman franchise, have announced their next game is to be a brand-new James Bond title. The opportunity for IO to develop a James Bond game seems like a good fit, given the studio’s previous experience in creating solid, stealth-focussed games. This was acknowledged by IO Interactive CEO, Hakan Abrak.
“It’s true that once in a while, the stars do align in our industry,” said Abrak in a press release. “Creating an original Bond game is a monumental undertaking and I truly believe that IO Interactive, working closely with our creative partners at EON and MGM, can deliver something extremely special for our players and communities. Our passionate team is excited to unleash their creativity into the iconic James Bond universe and craft the most ambitious game in the history of our studio.” While there’s no release date yet, it was confirmed that Project 007 will be coming to PC and consoles. What do you think of the reveal? Are IO Interactive and the James Bond license a match made in heaven? Let us know below. Bethesda have detailed a free Fallout 76 update due to arrive next month, which will introduce one of the series’ most famous factions, the Brotherhood of Steel. Here’s a list of everything included in the Fallout 76 Steel Dawn update:
Steel Dawn will be available as a free update for Fallout 76 players across all platforms from 1 December. Are you looking forward to the return of the Brotherhood of Steel? Let us know. Developed by Tomas Sala and published by Wired Productions, The Falconeer is now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Those picking The Falconeer up on their shiny new Xbox Series X can enjoy the game in multiple visual modes, including 60 FPS at 4K and 120 FPS at 1080p. Meanwhile, Series S owners can choose from either 60 FPS at 1800p and 120 FPS at 1080p. The next-gen versions also boast a loading time of just 13 seconds, owing to the machines’ internal SSDs.
“Creating The Falconeer has been a journey years in the making for me; it’s such a deeply personal game and I can’t wait for players to pick this up” said The Falconeer creator, Tomas Sala. “Whether it’s on PC or Xbox, please take some time to enjoy the world of The Great Ursee and everything it has to offer, I’m sure you’ll enjoy it.” The Falconeer is out now on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Standard digital editions of the game cost £24.99/ $29.99 /€29.99, while the physical version has an RRP of £34.99/ $39.99/ €39.99. Will you be getting The Falconeer as an Xbox Series X|S launch title? Let us know below. Cooperative puzzler PHOGS! gets December release date, Xbox Series X and PS5 support confirmed6/11/2020 Bit Loom Studios and Coatsink have announced the release date for PHOGS!, their long-awaited cooperative puzzler that’s making its way to PC and consoles next month. James and Rob went hands-on with PHOGS! back in 2018, praising its “joyous” Nintendo-like vibes and “bonkers” gameplay. They also got a lovely photo with Red and Blue, the game’s adorable, conjoined protagonists.
PHOGS! is out 3 December on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam and Stadia with an RRP of $24.99 (or regional equivalent). Xbox Game Pass subscribers (both console and PC) will be able to play the game at no extra cost as it’ll be making its way to the subscription service on day of release. PHOGS! will also be supported on PS5 and Xbox Series S/X via backwards compatibility, Coatsink have confirmed. Will you be picking up PHOGS! next month? Which platform will you be playing it on? Let us know below. Rebellion (Zombie Army Trilogy, Rogue Trooper Redux) are celebrating the impending release of their open-world tactical shooter, Sniper Elite 4, on Nintendo Switch with a new gameplay trailer. Sam called Sniper Elite 4 “the series’ best entry yet” when he reviewed the Xbox One version back in 2017, praising the single player campaign and stealth mechanics. You can read more of his thoughts in our review.
Sniper Elite 4 is available now on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC and arrives on Nintendo Switch 17 November, in both physical and digital formats. Those who pre-order the digital version from the Switch eShop will receive a 15% discount. If that’s not enough Sniper Elite for you, there’s also a board game version currently in the works following a successful Kickstarter campaign earlier this year. For more details on tabletop sniping, check out our previous news coverage. Have you played Sniper Elite 4? Will you be picking up the Switch version? Let us know below. Team 17 and Ghost Town Games have released another free update for their co-operative multiplayer game, Overcooked! 2. All the new content – along with the game’s previously released free seasonal updates - can be accessed via the seasonal updates playlist which you’ll find under the ‘Extras’ menu. A special digital-only Gourmet Edition of Overcooked! 2 was released earlier this year that bundles together all previously released DLC for the game, including the Surf ‘n’ Turf expansion, which we reviewed back in 2018. Overcooked! 2 is available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC and Switch. What do you think of the latest slice of Overcooked! 2 content? Let us know below, and be sure to check out our let’s play below in which we braved the game’s culinary chaos. Milestone have announced next-generation Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 editions of motorcycle racing game RIDE 4, which releases on current-gen consoles this October. Both next-gen editions will support 60FPS gameplay and 4K resolutions, with up to 20 riders able to compete in both online and offline races.
The PS5 version will make use of the DualSense controller’s advanced haptic feedback feature to simulate varying degrees of gas and break lever resistance. Meanwhile, the console’s powerful SSD will be used to “significantly” cut loading times. RIDE 4 is out 8 October on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC via Steam. XSX and PS5 versions will launch 30 April 2021. Will you be getting RIDE 4? If so, are you looking forward to the free next-gen upgrade? Let us know below. Nintendo gave us a look at some more indie titles making their way to Switch in its latest Indie World Showcase video. Spritfarer, a game where you pilot a ship that’s ferrying dead spirits to the afterlife, is also making its way to Switch. Players can customise their boat, make new friends and explore an “imaginary world.” It’s available to download right now on the Switch eShop.
We also got a look at “wholesome action-adventure” and community-rebuilding game Garden Story, which is coming to Switch sometime next year. Underwater exploration title Subnautica and its sequel Subnautica: Below Zero are scheduled to make their way to Nintendo’s hybrid console in 2021 as well. Other highlights included confirmation of a co-op mode for Untitled Goose Game coming in September; India-set action-adventure title Raji: An Ancient Epic, which takes inspiration from Hindu and Balinese mythology (out now); “quaint management” game Bear and Breakfast (2021), in which you (a bear) host guests in a rebuilt bed and breakfast; colourful dungeon crawler Torchlight 3 (autumn 2020); and mind-bending puzzler Manifold Garden, which is out now. You can catch up on all the rest of today’s big reveals in the complete Nintendo Indie World Showcase video above. What do you think of the latest indies coming to Switch? Let us know below or in the forums. Rebellion Unplugged, the board game division of UK-based video game publisher and developer Rebellion (Rogue Trooper Redux, Sniper Elite 4), have announced a Kickstarter campaign for a Sniper Elite tabletop game. Those playing as the sniper can use equipment cards and lay traps to aid them in their mission, while defenders can call upon specialist soldiers from amongst the ranks of their squads, such as fast moving scouts, healing medics and attack-focused Jager troopers.
The game has been designed by David Thompson (War Chest, Castle Itter) and Roger Tankersley, and has artwork and miniatures designed by the video game series’ concept art team. Backer rewards include a solo mode, the Eagles Nest expansion pack, and a unique Hitler teste-kill miniature that recreates one of the series most iconic moments. “It’s a privilege to bring the hugely popular Sniper Elite video game series to the tabletop, with brilliant designers, beautiful art and lovingly crafted miniatures,” said Rebellion Unplugged head Duncan Molloy. “Sniper Elite the Board Game delivers all the tension and excitement about the video games. We can’t wait for players to get their hands on it!” At the time of writing, the Kickstarter campaign currently has amassed almost half of its £22,000 goal from 196 backers. What do you think of the idea of a Sniper Elite board game? Let us know below. Codemasters have released a new video for their upcoming off-road racer, DIRT 5, that shows off one of the game’s stampede tracks. "Stampede features rough terrain and the opportunity for vehicles to get airborne with jumps dotted throughout each circuit. Perfect for unlimited trucks and buggies, the action intensifies with 12 cars all battling for victory so players will need to get their elbows out and hold their nerve,” said Development Director Robert Karp.
DIRT 5 is out 9 October on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC. Those who purchase a console edition will get a free upgrade to the XSX and PS5 versions when they are released later this year. A Stadia version is also arriving sometime in 2021. What do you think of the new trailer? Let us know below. |
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