This week a few bigger titles have been released. Here is a brief run down of the games we are aware of and a brief blurb about each of them!
[indent]- Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City (Xbox 360, PS3, PC to come later)
It features a compelling single player campaign mode where players take on the role of a member of the Umbrella Security Service, in an attempt to destroy all evidence of Umbrella’s involvement in the t-Virus outbreak. The title will also deliver a brutal online competitive multiplayer experience. Players can engage in an eight player team versus battle across four different online modes, choosing to take the side of Umbrella or the opposing government forces, the US Spec Ops. An additional versus mode exclusive to the Xbox 360 - Nemesis Mode, will be available to download at launch for 320 Microsoft Points.
- Xia-Xia (DS)
A delightful and fun adventure game for the Nintendo DS™ hand-held system. Xia-Xia the game is available now nationwide for the suggested retail price of $19.99.
Explore it all in a fun carnival-like adventure with the fun and silly hermit crab characters in Xia-Xia the game. Set out on dozens of missions and along the way meet kooky friends and unlock loads of secret rewards in five unique worlds across 25 levels!
- Silverlicious (DS)
Following the enchanting storyline of Silverlicious™ written and illustrated by Victoria Kann, Silverlicious the game lets players set out on an adventure as Pinkalicious who has lost her ability to taste anything sweet. Help Pinkalicious regain her sweet tooth as you practice kindness, good manners and helping others in need. Collect costumes and accessories you can use to dress up Pinkalicious and unlock magical rewards including butterflies, sparkle rides and fireworks as you explore the beautiful lands and meet new friends. Boost your “sweet meter” with every good deed and polite remark and you’ll quickly discover that true sweetness comes from much more than cupcakes and cookies.
- Wheels of Destruction (March 27th on PSN)
Wheels of Destruction pits players in an arena of demolish-or-be-demolished competition. Five distinct classes make for deadly cutthroat vehicle combat with a unique futuristic aesthetic – all powered by the Unreal Engine. Wheels of Destruction brings gamers together just to tear them apart in an addictive, easy-to-learn but hard-to-master battle behind the wheel. Just make sure you’re ready for chaos and carnage!
- Armored Core V (Xbox 360, PS3)
ARMORED CORE V revolutionizes the series with massive online multiplayer battles designed around huge team-based skirmishes on a grand scale, a robust offline mode, and a completely new atmosphere. Featuring ACs or “Armored Cores” that are customized for more strategic gameplay, ARMORED CORE V focuses on tactics and effectively utilizing the geography of a level to maximize the devastating effects of attacks.
“With a greater focus on multiplayer, ARMORED CORE V adds a new layer of replayability and mech mayhem for gamers,” said Carlson Choi, Vice President of Marketing, NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.. “Using highly customized mechs, friends can now team up and defend their territories from opposing Armored Cores, making for some intense battles in the war-torn environment.”
- Rocksmith Blues Pack DLC (Xbox 360, PS3)
Songs included in this pack are “The Thrill Is Gone” by B.B. King, “Born Under a Bad Sign” by Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan and “Soul Man” by the Blues Brothers.
Each song will be available for individual purchase for $2.99 each on the Playstation network. Each song will be available for individual purchase for 240 Microsoft points each on Xbox Live.
- I Am Alive (April 4 on PSN, Already out on Xbox Live Marketplace)
I Am Alive follows an everyman’s journey to find his wife and daughter, who were lost during the “Event.” A year later, he finds Haventon, his hometown, in shambles. Buildings are destroyed, toxic ash fills the streets and society has been torn, causing inhabitants to take all necessary actions to survive.
In I Am Alive, players will be challenged by both the environment and the enemies. Stamina and resource management are key when being exposed to deadly atmospheres and scaling enormous buildings in search of supplies. The unique combat system requires players to utilize intimidation - cowards are easily swayed with an empty gun, while other enemies will put players to the test.
(Also, a free iOS companion application is out)
- Big Win Blackjack (iOS)
The latest free-to-play premium game that actually teach users how to play blackjack and even how to count cards through its Professor Blackjack mode. The game enables amateur players to develop the necessary skillset to compete in real-world casinos, while helping more experienced players learn how to maximize winnings through smart moves and smart betting.
BWBJ also distinguishes itself from other blackjack games by featuring multi-hand and tournament play, as well as access to a variety of casinos worldwide and their accompanying variations of play.
- Sumioni: Demon Arts (Vita, PSN)
Presented in a classical “sumi-e” ink painting style, Sumioni – which is literally translated from Japanese as “Ink Demon” – sees players guiding a lone Inkdemon named Agura through a fictional take on ancient Japan. The apathetic and once exiled Inkdemon has been given a chance to redeem himself by ridding the world of a sinister dictator who’s taken over the capital city and threatens to resurrect an ancient evil. On his journey, Agura will see first-hand just how resilient humans can be... and may even come to like them a bit.
As players battle through Sumioni’s artistic world, they will be given the ability to directly shape the game’s environment through “brushstrokes,” which are painted on the screen with the drag of a finger. Platforms can instantly be painted into the game’s world, allowing Agura to traverse deadly obstacles and turn the tables on his enemies. Meanwhile, Agura himself is controlled through the face buttons of the PS Vita system, smoothly swinging his sword and leaping with ease through Heian-era Japan’s many deadly locales. The touchscreen can also be used to spawn elemental attacks, allowing players to set fire to opponents or spawn deadly lightning strikes. And if the going gets particularly tough, two Inkgod allies can be summoned to assist: a phoenix and a lion. The accuracy with which players trace shapes onto the screen will determine the length and ferocity of these allies’ attacks.
[indent]- Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City (Xbox 360, PS3, PC to come later)
It features a compelling single player campaign mode where players take on the role of a member of the Umbrella Security Service, in an attempt to destroy all evidence of Umbrella’s involvement in the t-Virus outbreak. The title will also deliver a brutal online competitive multiplayer experience. Players can engage in an eight player team versus battle across four different online modes, choosing to take the side of Umbrella or the opposing government forces, the US Spec Ops. An additional versus mode exclusive to the Xbox 360 - Nemesis Mode, will be available to download at launch for 320 Microsoft Points.
- Xia-Xia (DS)
A delightful and fun adventure game for the Nintendo DS™ hand-held system. Xia-Xia the game is available now nationwide for the suggested retail price of $19.99.
Explore it all in a fun carnival-like adventure with the fun and silly hermit crab characters in Xia-Xia the game. Set out on dozens of missions and along the way meet kooky friends and unlock loads of secret rewards in five unique worlds across 25 levels!
- Silverlicious (DS)
Following the enchanting storyline of Silverlicious™ written and illustrated by Victoria Kann, Silverlicious the game lets players set out on an adventure as Pinkalicious who has lost her ability to taste anything sweet. Help Pinkalicious regain her sweet tooth as you practice kindness, good manners and helping others in need. Collect costumes and accessories you can use to dress up Pinkalicious and unlock magical rewards including butterflies, sparkle rides and fireworks as you explore the beautiful lands and meet new friends. Boost your “sweet meter” with every good deed and polite remark and you’ll quickly discover that true sweetness comes from much more than cupcakes and cookies.
- Wheels of Destruction (March 27th on PSN)
Wheels of Destruction pits players in an arena of demolish-or-be-demolished competition. Five distinct classes make for deadly cutthroat vehicle combat with a unique futuristic aesthetic – all powered by the Unreal Engine. Wheels of Destruction brings gamers together just to tear them apart in an addictive, easy-to-learn but hard-to-master battle behind the wheel. Just make sure you’re ready for chaos and carnage!
- Armored Core V (Xbox 360, PS3)
ARMORED CORE V revolutionizes the series with massive online multiplayer battles designed around huge team-based skirmishes on a grand scale, a robust offline mode, and a completely new atmosphere. Featuring ACs or “Armored Cores” that are customized for more strategic gameplay, ARMORED CORE V focuses on tactics and effectively utilizing the geography of a level to maximize the devastating effects of attacks.
“With a greater focus on multiplayer, ARMORED CORE V adds a new layer of replayability and mech mayhem for gamers,” said Carlson Choi, Vice President of Marketing, NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.. “Using highly customized mechs, friends can now team up and defend their territories from opposing Armored Cores, making for some intense battles in the war-torn environment.”
- Rocksmith Blues Pack DLC (Xbox 360, PS3)
Songs included in this pack are “The Thrill Is Gone” by B.B. King, “Born Under a Bad Sign” by Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan and “Soul Man” by the Blues Brothers.
Each song will be available for individual purchase for $2.99 each on the Playstation network. Each song will be available for individual purchase for 240 Microsoft points each on Xbox Live.
- I Am Alive (April 4 on PSN, Already out on Xbox Live Marketplace)
I Am Alive follows an everyman’s journey to find his wife and daughter, who were lost during the “Event.” A year later, he finds Haventon, his hometown, in shambles. Buildings are destroyed, toxic ash fills the streets and society has been torn, causing inhabitants to take all necessary actions to survive.
In I Am Alive, players will be challenged by both the environment and the enemies. Stamina and resource management are key when being exposed to deadly atmospheres and scaling enormous buildings in search of supplies. The unique combat system requires players to utilize intimidation - cowards are easily swayed with an empty gun, while other enemies will put players to the test.
(Also, a free iOS companion application is out)
- Big Win Blackjack (iOS)
The latest free-to-play premium game that actually teach users how to play blackjack and even how to count cards through its Professor Blackjack mode. The game enables amateur players to develop the necessary skillset to compete in real-world casinos, while helping more experienced players learn how to maximize winnings through smart moves and smart betting.
BWBJ also distinguishes itself from other blackjack games by featuring multi-hand and tournament play, as well as access to a variety of casinos worldwide and their accompanying variations of play.
- Sumioni: Demon Arts (Vita, PSN)
Presented in a classical “sumi-e” ink painting style, Sumioni – which is literally translated from Japanese as “Ink Demon” – sees players guiding a lone Inkdemon named Agura through a fictional take on ancient Japan. The apathetic and once exiled Inkdemon has been given a chance to redeem himself by ridding the world of a sinister dictator who’s taken over the capital city and threatens to resurrect an ancient evil. On his journey, Agura will see first-hand just how resilient humans can be... and may even come to like them a bit.
As players battle through Sumioni’s artistic world, they will be given the ability to directly shape the game’s environment through “brushstrokes,” which are painted on the screen with the drag of a finger. Platforms can instantly be painted into the game’s world, allowing Agura to traverse deadly obstacles and turn the tables on his enemies. Meanwhile, Agura himself is controlled through the face buttons of the PS Vita system, smoothly swinging his sword and leaping with ease through Heian-era Japan’s many deadly locales. The touchscreen can also be used to spawn elemental attacks, allowing players to set fire to opponents or spawn deadly lightning strikes. And if the going gets particularly tough, two Inkgod allies can be summoned to assist: a phoenix and a lion. The accuracy with which players trace shapes onto the screen will determine the length and ferocity of these allies’ attacks.