PC Game News

Activision released a new trailer for "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3", which debuted during the NBA playoff game last night. The new sequel is scheduled to be released on November 8.

"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is the newest instalment in Activision Publishing, Inc.'s (Nasdaq: ATVI) #1 first person action series and is being developed by Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games.

"Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is by far the most epic Call of Duty experience yet. The teams at Infinity Ward and Sledgehammer Games have worked tirelessly to create for the Call of Duty player a scale that is unimaginable with a level of polish and creativity that will push the genre forward," said Eric Hirshberg, CEO of Activision Publishing, Inc.  "The passion and energy of our developers is reflected in everything about the title.  From the innovative gameplay, to the cinematic intensity, to the most advanced multiplayer ever, Modern Warfare 3 will raise the bar for this already incredible franchise."

This game is not yet rated. For more information, visit  www.callofduty.com"

Vaporware no more – 2K Games and Gearbox Software today announced that "Duke Nukem Forever" has gone gold and will ship to North American retailers on June 14. The international shipping date is June 10.

"Created over the span of 15 years, Duke Nukem Forever was first developed with the intense passion and commitment from an inspired group of dedicated designers, artists and programmers at 3D Realms under the direction of game industry icon, George Broussard.

“Duke Nukem Forever and its journey to store shelves is legendary,” said George Broussard, creative director at 3D Realms. “It's an epic tale of four game development studios that banded together and did the unthinkable and shipped the unshippable. When you play this game you will be reminded of that epic journey at every turn and in every small detail of the game. The character, attitude, interactivity, gameplay and political incorrectness combine to make a Duke Nukem game a unique gaming experience. In the timeless words of Duke Nukem it's finally time to 'Come Get Some'. Come be a part of gaming history.”

In 2009, after many believed that Duke Nukem Forever would never be completed, a small team of intrepid developers, known as Triptych Studios, resurrected the dream. Through their inspiring and steadfast commitment to the game and their exemplary talent and skill, they finally assembled the pieces to create an incredible, epic and cohesive gameplay experience. Under the production of Gearbox Software, Triptych Studios, Piranha Games and many other contributors joined together in a heroic effort to complete the long awaited game as a polished, full-featured triple-A title.

For more information on the game, including where to pre-order, please visit www.dukenukemforever.com."
 

The LEGO Group today announced the opening of the "Nexus Tower" in "LEGO Universe", which is claimed to be the largest in-game structure ever built.

"As Nexus Tower opens its doors soon, tons of new content is being released for all players to explore and enjoy. This will include new characters, weapons, Faction-specific pets, and over 50 new missions, as well as access to the new LEGO Universe Vault system for safe-keeping extra models and gear.

Thanks to the multitudes of minifigures who donated bricks to the recent community mission, Nexus Tower is now complete! Standing tall as the largest structure in LEGO Universe, Nexus Tower serves to protect Imagination from the chaotic Maelstrom, and is the new headquarters for the four Factions of the Nexus Force coalition.

Nexus Tower will be the main social center of the Universe, with existing and future content accessible from portals within the hub. You can blast off from Nexus Tower’s Launchpad to game worlds far and wide – Nimbus Station, Crux Prime, LEGO Club, Starbase 3001 and beyond! Beginning soon, players can fly to Nexus Tower from the Race Place launch pad in Nimbus Station.

Learn more about how you can explore LEGO Universe at www.LEGOuniverse.com!"

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today released a new trailer for "F.E.A.R. 3" highlighting a new "Soul King" mode, where the goal is to collect the most souls.

"In this cutthroat mode, players are thrust into the most competitive multiplayer experience in the game, with the goal of harvesting the most number of souls before time runs out. Players will start out as a spectre, capable of possessing enemies to gain the skills and weapons of the body they inhabit. While possessing a body, players will be able to collect souls through killing enemies, however, will need to constantly battle other AI enemies and the three other players eager to take them down and steal their harvested souls."

A trailer displaying some of the Mage builds in "Rift" has been released.

"Harnessing the fury of the six elemental planes, the Mages of Telara are terrible foes indeed, especially if you happen to be an unsuspecting lagomorph. These ambassadors of the arcane take center stage in the latest class trailer from Trion Worlds, which demonstrates but three out of countless potential Mage builds. Disrupt your opponent’s focus in PvP with the mind-controlling Dominator, heal your party through a deadly dungeon as a Chloromancer, or become a Pyromancer to inflict flesh-boiling damage."

Meridian4 today announced the launch of two classic adventure games on Steam, "Syberia" and "Syberia 2", which are available to purchase together at a 20% discount for a week.

"Developed by Microids, the adventure begins as Kate Walker, a young, ambitious lawyer from New York, is handed what seems a fairly straight forward assignment – a quick stopover to handle the sale of an old automaton factory hidden in the alpine valleys, then straight back home to the US.  Little did she imagine when embarking on this task that her life would be turned upside down.

Syberia and Syberia 2 are currently available for download on Steam for $9.99."

A new trailer for "Battlefield Heroes: Buccaneer Heroes" has been released, giving viewers a look at the upcoming content pack that will be released this summer. In addition, two Buccaneer sets have been released for purchase as a small sample of things to come.

"Heroic Buccaneers join the fight, with more to come this summer.

In an epic search reaching to the 4 corners of the globe, heroes must be found to help turn the tide in world stricken with an endless conflict. The first of those heroes have heeded the call, and the Heroic Buccaneers join the battle with flintlock pistols and explosives in hand.

The Heroic Buccaneers are but the first in a long line of things to come this summer. Check back for regular and bigger updates and do not miss out on the Summer of Heroes!

Get the Heroic Buccaneer sets here!

Jack Swashbuckler! (Royal)
https://www.battlefieldheroes.com/en/store/buy/36876

Blackbeard! (National)
https://www.battlefieldheroes.com/en/store/buy/36878"

Perfect World Entertainment updated the "Forsaken World" website with details on the upcoming "Gaze of Larex" content update. In addition, a CG trailer for "Forsaken World" was released.

"The Gaze of Larex content update is nearly here!  Including a new dungeon, PvP arenas, the advanced Nightmare Carnival, the marriage system, a raised level cap and more, this content update has a truckload of new stuff waiting to be discovered. 

Through the suffocating undergrowth of the Sleeping Jungle, the sorrowful tale of the Bruten tribe unfolds in front of the uncaring eyes of the Gods of Eyrda.  Forsaken utterly – like the rest of the world – the Bruten have endured countless centuries of relentless attack by their greatest enemies, lead by the mighty Kambour.  Under siege from all angles, and with defeat just over the horizon, the Bruten leadership decided to take matters into their own hands."

You can read all the entire post on the official site.

Bohemia Interactive today announced "ArmA III", the next installment in the series that is currently scheduled to be released in the summer of 2012.

"After years of intense warfare against Eastern armies, Europe has become the last stand for the battered NATO forces. On the verge of being driven into the sea, NATO command embarks upon a most desperate measure. In the hope of seizing what seems to be a well-guarded military secret, Operation Magnitude is launched. A small group of Special Forces and Researchers are sent to a Mediterranean island deep behind enemy lines. However, the mission is compromised and the task force destroyed, leaving Cpt. Scott Miller washed ashore upon the hostile island. In his effort to carry out the mission, he will face the dangers of modern warfare, an unforgiving environment, and the consequences of his own decisions…
 
Some of the key features of Arma 3 include:

• Single-Player Campaign – Evolve from a lone prey into a military commander in the open-ended & story-driven campaign.
• Vehicles & Weapons – Control a multitude of aircraft, vehicles and ships with accurate simulation; shoot anything from pistols to sophisticated weapon platforms.
• Physical Simulation & Improved Animations – Take advantage of PhysXT supported vehicle simulation, in-game interactions and the revamped animation system.
• Rich & Authentic Environment – Explore an unsurpassed military combat experience set on an authentic Mediterranean island modelled from real geographic data.
• Multiplayer Gameplay – Experience both cooperative & competitive scenarios with the full support of dedicated servers for both Windows and Linux.
• Completely Extensible & Moddable – Design & create countless customizable scenarios using the intuitive & easy-to-use mission editor.
• Customizable Soldier Load – Choose your uniform; assemble your weapon kit; change your load-out; get loaded up.

Bohemia Interactive愀 CEO, Marek Spanel, explains: ''We're happy to bring the next generation of the Real Virtuality engine to life. The increased potential of the engine should allow Arma 3 to become our best-looking, most detailed and innovative military simulation game to date.''
 
Ivan Buchta, Creative Director of Arma 3, adds: ''Our ambition is not only to deliver the next generation of Arma with the improved engine, but also to fully exploit the potential of our new technology in the gameplay. You can look forward to the unique experience of blending sandbox-style combat with a rich story.''

For more information please visit the game's website at www.arma3.com"

The list of new PC game releases, DVD and Blu-Ray releases, and movies opening the week of May 16, 2011.

PC Games:

• Detour
• Fable III
• The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings
• Two Worlds II Castle Defense

Movies Opening This Week:

• Louder Than a Bomb (limited)
• Midnight in Paris (limited)
• Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides

DVD and Blu-Ray Releases:

• Alabama Moon
• All in the Family: The Complete Ninth Season
• American Experience: Freedom Riders [Blu-Ray]
• Beverly Hills Cop [Blu-Ray]
• Broken Hill
• Brotherhood [Blu-Ray]
• Circles of Deceit
• Covert Affairs: Season One
• Daydream Nation [Blu-Ray]
• Deep Red [Blu-Ray]
• Diabolique [Criterion Collection Blu-Ray]
• Elephant White [Blu-Ray]
• Eno, Brian – 1971 – 1977: The Man Who Fell To Earth
• ESPN Films 30 for 30 Gift Set Collection, Vol. 2
• ESPN Films: The Fab Five
• Flashpoint: The Third Season
• Gargoyles
• Heaven & Hell: Radio City Music Hall – Live [Blu-Ray]
• Hurry Sundown
• I Want Your Money [Blu-Ray]
• IMAX: Search for the Great Sharks [Blu-Ray]
• IMAX: The Greatest Places [Blu-Ray]
• Jagged Edge [Blu-Ray]
• Ju-On White Ghost / Black Ghost [Blu-Ray]
• Levon Helm: Ramble at the Ryman
• Lockdown [Blu-Ray]
• Marriage Italian Style [Blu-Ray]
• Money Train [Blu-Ray]
• Other Woman [Blu-Ray]
• Pale Flower [Criterion Collection Blu-Ray]
• Revenge
• Royal Pains: Season Two
• Shoeshine
• Sons of the City: New York [Blu-Ray]
• South Riding
• Sunflower [Blu-Ray]
• The Bionic Woman: Season Two
• The Comancheros – 50th anniversary ed. [Blu-Ray]
• The Five Deadly Venoms [Blu-Ray]
• The Hustler [Blu-Ray]
• The Mechanic [Blu-Ray]
• The Rite [Blu-Ray]
• The Roommate [Blu-Ray]
• The Twilight Zone: Season 4 [Blu-Ray]
• The Virginian: The Complete Fourth Season
• Thor: Tales of Asgard [Blu-Ray]
• Tim & Eric Awesome Show Great Job: Season Five
• Vanishing on 7th Street + DC [Blu-Ray]
• Wagon Train: The Complete Third Season
• Warton 1861-2010
• Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow [Blu-Ray]

Paradox Interactive today announced that closed beta sign-ups for "Sengoku" have begun.

"In this deep character driven strategy game, you play as the head of an illustrious Samurai family. Civil war has broken out and it is every man for himself in the provinces. Sengoku is set to release on PC on September 13, 2011.

Sign up for the Sengoku Closed Beta now at: https://beta.paradoxplaza.com/

Applicants can request beta access until midday May 23th, 2011.
If you are selected for a place in the Closed Beta, you will receive a confirmation e-mail the 25th of May.

Honor and duty vie with survival in the delicate dance of conquest and betrayal as you attempt to unite the land of the Rising Sun. Use deal-making with foreign powers, send your powerful samurai armies into battle against your enemies, and unleash shadowy Ninja clans under the cover of darkness to assassinate your rivals!  "

Valve today announced the release of "Portal 2 – The Final Hours" on Steam, which shows the story behind the development process. It includes photos, videos, interviews, etc.

"The Final Hour of Portal 2 takes you deep within the top-secret offices of Valve for an unvarnished look at the creative process behind the new video game Portal 2. Journalist Geoff Keighley was granted unprecedented “fly on the wall” access to Valve to create this staggering 15,000 word multimedia experience. From the hush-hush Portal prequel that was shelved to the last minute scramble to complete the game’s story, The Final Hours of Portal 2 is a gripping and dramatic story brought to life by exclusive photos, videos, interviews, interactive experiences, and other surprises."

CD Projekt today announced the release of "The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings", the anticipated sequel in the RPG series. GOG has a special digital premium version of the game, which is DRM free and is a "Fair Price" package, which gives customers credit in regions of the world where the game is priced differently.

"The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings is a role-playing game, based on the books by famous Polish fantasy author Andrzej Sapkowski, starring a witcher named Geralt of Rivia. After stopping the rebellion in the Kingdom of Temeria and saving King Foltest’s life, in the second part of the game Geralt and the king are on their mission to bring peace to this land. Who and what Geralt will encounter in his quest, gamers will have to see for themselves. Thanks to the gorgeous new engine, developed wholly in house, the game provides one of the most beautiful and lively worlds ever created in an RPG.

While the worldwide price of The Witcher 2 on GOG.com is $49.99 USD, it’s €49.99 for customers paying in Euros which makes the game $16 USD more expensive, and it’s $69.99 AUD for Australian customers which makes it $26 USD more. Thanks to GOG.com’s ‘Fair Price Package’ Europeans will receive $16 USD store credit and Australians will get $26 USD worth of store credit to spend on Good Old Games.

For more information visit thewitcher.com."

Lionhead Studios today announced that "Fable III" has been shipped for the PC.

"Choice has always played an important role in the world of “Fable,” and PC fans will have even more choices than ever, without the consequence. Microsoft Game Studios and Lionhead are happy to announce that “Fable III” for Windows will be available right now through Valve Corporation’s Steam distribution platform, in addition to Games for Windows Marketplace and in retail stores simultaneously.  No matter how players decide to purchase “Fable III,” they will have access to the same exciting content as Xbox 360 players, including riveting Game Add-ons like Traitor’s Keep, in addition to new features like a more challenging “Hardcore” mode and 3-D functionality.

For more information about “Fable,” please visit https://www.gamesforwindows.com/en-US/Games/fable-iii/."

Bigpoint today announced thatan open beta for "Ruined" has been launched, which is a browser-based, online third-person shooter set in post-apocalyptic San Francisco.

"Created by a veteran game development team atop the Unity game engine, Ruined boasts an array of impressive features – such as high-end graphics, effects, and audio – designed to appeal to hardcore gamers. Playable through any web browser, gamers can satisfy their craving for action anywhere they have access to an Internet connection. Combat arenas allow up to 24 players at a time battle to the death with a range of traditional and exotic weapons, such as Bubble and Lightning guns.

In Ruined, there are two types of currency, Scrap (free) and Platonium (premium). Weapons bought with Scrap are available for a limited number of uses, while weapons bought with Plutonium have unlimited use.  Boosts that are purchased with Platonium have more strength than boosts bought with Scrap currency.

Previously demonstrated at the 2011 Game Developers Conference (GDC) in San Francisco, Ruined currently includes six characters and three combat arenas, including The Bridge, The Prison, and The Fort where players can compete in timed deathmatch battles. Players can play as any character they want for free, each one with their own strengths and weaknesses. At launch, the Mad Medic, Mutant, Crawler, Samurai, Enforcer, or Assassin are available.

Players can play for free by visiting https://www.ruined.com/. Over the following months, Ruined will be localized in several languages, including German, French, Spanish, and Italian and new content will continue to be added."