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GAMING NEWS

Game of the year: Fallout 4 most nominated ever

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The National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers, a nonprofit media organization, has announced nominations for its 15th annual awards program honoring video game art, technology, and production. The nominees for GAME OF THE YEAR are: Batman: Arkham Knight – Bloodborne - Fallout 4 – Splatoon - The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. The leader in nominations (20) is Fallout 4, setting a record for most nominations. Heavy Rain is now the second most-nominated game. With 17 nominations, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt now ties for third most-nominated game in history, along with The Last of Us, Batman: Arkham Asylum, and Metroid Prime. Rounding out this year’s top nominees is The Order: 1886 with 10 nominations, as well as Life is Strange and Batman: Arkham Knight with 9 each. Small budget leaders include Undertale, Ori and the Blind Forest, Her Story, and Crypt of the Necrodancer. Additional small budget games include Axiom Verge, Grow Home, Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime, Donut County, iDARB, Lines the Game, and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes. The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask scored 3 nominations.

Despite an initial release in the year 2000, eligibility rules allow a re-release to compete if no previous version was nominated. Majora’s Mask pre-dates the existence of the academy by one year. This year, with 21 nominations, Bethesda Game Studios leads the totals among development companies. CD Projekt RED has 17, and Nintendo has 14. Other top developers include Ready at Dawn (10), Rocksteady Studios (9), and Dontnod Entertainment (9). Developers Toby Fox and Sam Barlow tied the tallies from Microsoft. By publisher, Sony leads with 25 nominations. Bethesda Softworks has 20, and Warner Bros. and Square Enix have tied with 19 each. Other top publishers include Nintendo (18), CD Projekt (13), and Activision (11). Creative and technical award categories recognize achievement in animation, art direction, character design, control design, control precision, game design, game engineering, musical score, sound effects, writing, and more. For a complete list of 56 categories and nominees, visit http://navgtr.org This year’s Honorary Award recipients are Toru Iwatani, creator of Pac-Man, and Mark DeLoura, for developing programs for children to explore coding.

Order of Battle: US Marines are coming!

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Only few weeks have passed since the Imperial Japanese troops fought on the Chinese soil in Morning Sun , the latest expansion of Order of Battle: Pacific . But combat on the largest of Earth’s oceans is far from being over! Contrary to the previous episodes of the series that were focused on specific campaigns of the Pacific theatre of WW2, the next expansion is paying tribute to one of the most famous branches of the US Army: the Marines! This elite military corp

proved essential in the island hopping strategy employed by the Allies in this theater of operations. The new 11scenario campaign features some of the most iconic battles where the US Marines went down in history such as Guadalcanal and Iwo Jima. This expansion is now ready to enter the beta phase on PC! And Slitherine invites players to help test it! By signing up for the beta, players will have a chance to be selected to be one of the lucky few who will be able experience Order of Battle: US Marines before release and help with the final touches, ensuring a smooth release in a few weeks.

GAMING NEWS

Co-op Cold War Action Coming to Xbox and PC Veteran indie studio Team2Bit has announced that Reagan Gorbachev, their heart-stopping top-down stealth/action shooter, will be available on Xbox One consoles and Steam for Windows later this month. Set in a fever dream version of 1986, Ronald Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev have been taken hostage by mysterious mercenaries. Now they must learn to work together, arm themselves with a small arsenal of military grade firearms, and take out a terrorist army in time to stop a nuclear war.

Complete with Reagan’s infamous samurai sword kills and Gorbachev’s CRT monitor era hacking expertise, players can sneak, slash or shoot their way through 32 levels of “Super Meatline Miami” inspired gameplay and puzzles. A special preview of the game appeared on President’s Day through limited exclusive Twitch streams. Reagan Gorbachev can be played by one player or two players local co-op, and will be priced at $9.99. (Prices may vary by local currencies)

Psychological Thriller Will sells over Torment You Forever! 100.000 copies Scrap Mechanic

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Axolot Games has announced that their popular game Scrap Mechanic has sold over 100.000 copies on Steam Early Access. Scrap Mechanic was released worldwide on January 20, 2016. Kacper Antonius, CEO at Axolot Games is thrilled with the game’s strong start; “We’re so happy and amazed that our community has grown so fast in such a short time. Scrap Mechanic is still in development but we already have a big, supportive and passionate audience, witch really motivates us to make Scrap Mechanic the best game we possibly can. That’s the best way we can give back to our players.” Axolot Games is already at work on the Survival Mode that will come as an update later in 2016.

Indie games developer Pentacle and leading games publisher PlayWay is proud to present The Works Of Mercy, a deeply disturbing PC horror-adventure, featuring a terribly convincing protagonist killer spreading terror on KickStarter™ looking for loot to secure its release. The Works Of Mercy is a psychological thriller inspired by timeless classics, such as Roman Polanski’s “Repulsion” / “The Tenant” and Stanley Kubrick’s immortal, “The Shining”. Unravelling the mystery behind a series of awful killings committed on seemingly innocent and random victims, the game comes with a twist,

as you, yes you, unwillingly become the killer. A cryptic tormentor forces you to commit unspeakable crimes to save your life, and the life of your loved ones. How far are you willing to go? And can you live with the guilt? The Works Of Mercy will leave a lasting impression and takes you on a journey to hell and back. Experience murky locations in a fully interactive environment with chilling dialogue and events. Coming to PC with full VR support, versions for Mac, Linux and major gaming consoles will follow in the future. Are you ready for the terror of your life? Check out the Kickstarter Campaign.

Closed Alpha for The Culling Xaviant has announced a free Closed Alpha for its newly revealed battle royale game, The Culling, and players can sign up and jump into the mayhem early. A select number of participants will be able to plan, craft, and kill their way to the top as they fight for survival and help shape the game with valuable feedback. “Launching a Closed Alpha will allow the community to have an active role in The Culling’s development.” said Michael McMain, Founder and CEO of Xaviant. “The feedback

gathered from the test will ensure that we are able to deliver the reliable and balanced experienced our players deserve.” Xaviant also revealed that The Culling will be available for £10.99 on Steam Early Access, and a 10% discount will be offered to players who purchase the game early. Redefining the battle royale genre, The Culling is a standalone and completely focused experience that delivers adrenaline-filled thrills and a competitive arena for players to duke it out in the name of glory and survival.

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'Star Ghost' Prepares for eShop launch Squarehead Studios has announced that it is an officially licensed WiiU developer and is bringing its new title, Star Ghost, exclusively to the Nintendo eShop. Set to launch in March 2016, Star Ghost is an exciting evolution of the side-scrolling shoot-em-up, featuring procedurally generated levels, a unique control scheme and an atmospheric soundtrack from renowned composer, David Wise. Rhys Lewis, founder, Squarehead Studios said “I am delighted to be able to return to

Nintendo development with a game that is so close to my heart. I wanted to focus on a tight and accessible gameplay experience that celebrates the arcade games of the past, whilst taking advantage of today’s much improved graphics and processing power.” Star Ghost challenges the player to patrol 12 beautifully rendered star systems, navigating the fragments of exploding planets, surviving intense asteroid fields and dogfighting deadly Sentinel ships in a desperate bid to save the galaxy from the Metagon empire.

Return to Get to know the Sadame Samurai PopoloCrois: A STORY OF SEASONS Fairytale The anticipated hybrid that combines the RPG elements of the PoPoLoCrois series with the lifestyle features of STORY OF SEASONS, is out now for the 3DS.

In this charming adventure, Prince Pietro and his loyal companions must travel far and wide through the world of Galariland to prevent a looming evil from destroying everything they hold dear. Players should expect a journey full of action, surprises and interesting characters. Fortunately, the game is as accessible as it is deep. It offers players the freedom to follow the exciting storyline, tackle the numerous quests offered by the denizens of the world or take care of their farm at their own pace. What are you waiting for? Visit Nintendo eShop now and embark on an adventure of epic proportions as you fight, explore and farm your way to victory!

Action/RPG launching for the Nintendo 3DS Rooted in the duty, discipline, and honor so entrenched within the way of the warrior (bushido), the Samurai is an absolute master of sword wielding and melee attacks. It’s no different in Sadame , the upcoming action/RPG title for the Nintendo 3DS. As one of four playable characters, the Samurai is closest to the warrior or “tank” character archetype – lots of health and the ability to deal lots of up-close damage. The Samurai is capable of two types of attack disciplines: using massive individual swords to inflict high amounts of damage upon the hordes of enemies in front of him, or learning the art of dual wielding and equipping swords to each hand. The samurai, as well as the three other character types, features its own

unique play style and will feature items and upgrades exclusive to that class. The story of Sadame and the gamer’s encounters along the main quest will vary depending on the character class chosen as well. Set in an alternate version of the historical Sengoku, or Warring States, Period in ancient Japan that saw a near constant amount of war and political upheaval, Sadame is a frenetic and imaginative hack-and-slash action/adventure title for the Nintendo 3DS that will have players fight wave after hellish wave of demonic enemies and huge, daunting bosses. Skillfully defeat the evil hordes in front of you with a variety of combos and moves to gain experience – level up your character, improve your weapons and armor, and strengthen yourself to take on the fearsome final foes once and for all!

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Star Ghost Prepares for ANOTHER lunch

Squarehead Studios has announced that it is an officially licensed WiiU developer and is bringing its new title, Star Ghost, exclusively to the Nintendo eShop. Set to launch in March 2016, Star Ghost is an exciting evolution of the side-scrolling shoot-em-up, featuring procedurally generated levels, a unique control scheme and an atmospheric soundtrack from renowned composer, David Wise. Rhys Lewis, founder, Squarehead Studios said “I am delighted to be able to return to

Star Ghost Prepares for ANOTHER lunch

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GAMING NEWS

Call of Cthulhu | Focus and Cyanide reveal new game

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development of a videogame adaptation of the legendary RPG Call of Cthulhu. As long-time fans of the license, working with longtime partner publisher Focus Home Interactive on such an original and exciting project is, once again, a privilege. We hope to offer fans the game they've long been waiting for." Patrick Pligersdorffer - CEO of Cyanide Studio "We are deeply honored to be partnering with Cyanide again. They've grown alongside us for the past 10 years, to become today one of the best independent developers in Europe. With titles such as Styx: Master of Shadows and the Blood Bowl series, they've proved their creativity and ability to offer strong gaming experiences in original worlds. Cyanide has been wanting to make a Call of Cthulhu adaptation for years. They now hold all the cards to create a game that will please fans of the Cthulhu mythos, as well as players eager for rich and original gaming experiences." CĂŠdric Lagarrigue - President of Focus Home Interactive

H. P. Lovecraft's famously twisted universe will be coming alive on consoles and PC in 2017, in the official video game adaptation of Chaosium's pen & paper RPG Call of Cthulhu. The Cthulhu Mythos has grown to become one of the largest shared universes ever envisioned, giving birth to countless stories, novels, and even movies ever since the original publication of Lovecraft's The Call of Cthulhu. Today, discover the game's first screenshots, which showcase the dark, oppressive ambiance of the game's semi-open environments built in Unreal Engine 4. Developed by seasoned studio Cyanide, Call of Cthulhu is an RPG-Investigation game with psychological horror and stealth mechanics, set in a deeply immersive world. On a mission to find the truth behind the death of an acclaimed artist and her family on a backwater island, the player will soon uncover a more disturbing truth as the Great Dreamer, Cthulhu, prepares its awakening... "We are happy that Focus Call of Cthulhu will release in 2017 on consoles and PC entrusted us with the

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ANDROID NEWS

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Skilly Ball: A race against time as you speed through an alien world Alternative Software Ltd, have announced their forthcoming release of “Skilly Ball”, a truly addictive free-to-play “balltastic” game. Jump into the immense world of Skilly the Alien, as you blitz through an alien world, using a variety of fun filled teleporter balls. Can you last the distance? It’s a race against time as you speed through an enormous alien world, dodging deadly traps, smashing through walls

and space monsters alike. But watch out – the evil Robo Rabbit is after you! More than 40 unique characters to collect – including, cool futuristic robots, an ancientmummy, a bearded wizard, a super hero,with the power of flight, and even the Grim Reaper himself! Skilly’s state-of-the-art ‘Selfie Ball’ allows you to snap a photo of your own face and put yourself into the game! PLUS there are dozens of crazy hats and accessories your selfie can wear!

Unique in-game achievements and leaderboards, will allow also allow you to challenge your friends to see who is the best! For more information

Top Eleven 2016 Training feat. José Mourinho

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Fire Fu, RetroFist’s debut mobile title for iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch will be sizzling its way onto the App Store later this month. Fire Fu is an intense arcade game developed by UKbased indie development studio RetroFist. Players must set alight hordes of devilish critters with fierce and fiery martial arts, while carefully avoiding obstacles like bombs, across various detailed handpainted environments. With 5 action-packed magical potions to unlock, from Fists of Fury to Dragon Flame, fans can unleash special attacks on unsuspecting enemies that Bruce Lee himself would be proud of. Players can use their Fire Fu skills strategically to blast their way to the top of the leaderboards, turning enemies to ash in a powerful display of flaming Kung Fu mastery. The RetroFist team is led by industry veterans Rich Cross and John Kearney, who both worked at VooFoo Studios before setting up RetroFist in 2015. As original co-creators of Hustle Kings and the Pure game series, games renowned for their stunning HD visuals; players can look forward to a high quality art style and top notch gameplay from this experienced team.

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The ‘Special One’ returned to the dressing room to provide input into a totally new training feature in Top Eleven 2016, as well as bringing his tactical words of wisdom to players as they manage their teams to glory. Top Eleven already has more than 130 million managers around the world, who are now able to enjoy the thrill of even more realistic football management on iOS and Android “Training your team is the most important part of being a successful football manager – it is the difference between winning leagues and failing,” said Jose Mourinho. “That’s why I helped create Top Eleven 2016.” Developed by Nordeus and specifically designed for cross-platform support across mobile and the web, Top Eleven allows players to manage their own football club, controlling everything from their team’s tactics and transfers to club finances and stadium expansion. Branko Milutinovic, CEO, Nordeus commented “In Top Eleven 2016, we have created game within a game, offering more immersive experience for our players on a daily basis. With our new training feature players will need to take a more strategic approach to their gameplay, stepping

even further into the shoes of a true football manager. By creating a way for players to customise their game plan, we are enabling our players to be much more involved with their teams every day. Top Eleven, the game we founded Nordeus upon back in 2010, continues to go from strength to strength and we’re extremely proud to continue our partnership with José Mourinho. Making great games is at the heart of what we do and we’re excited to see our players’ reaction to these latest updates. Top Eleven’s new Training feature brings the most engaging tactical training simulation to mobile yet, allowing managers to truly influence their players’ physical and skill improvements, as well as how their chosen tactics work. This year sees the game enter its sixth year in the market with no signs of its rapid growth slowing down. It has become one of the world’s most played online sports games with more than 130m registered users worldwide, and over 3m daily active players. Top Eleven 2016 is free-to-play and is available today on iOS, Android and Facebook. More information can be found under the #topeleven2016 hashtag as well as on the official Top Eleven site – www.topeleven.com.

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