Tag: Trailer

E3 2016: The EA Play ‘Mass Effect Andromeda’ Trailer Takes Us To The Edge Of The Galaxy

by Josh Jackson

It’s been a long, difficult wait for the next Mass Effect game. based on the early footage shown during the company’s E3 2016 press conference, it looks like our patience will be rewarded with the type of space epic that has become synonymous with the series.

Taking us to the deepest reaches of the galaxy in an attempt to find a new home for humanity on the planet of Andromeda, the next gen Mass Effect introduces us to an uncharted world that is swarming with hostile alien life. By giving us a peak at the development process, it’s clear to see that the team is putting in as much detail into the environments, animations and characters as they have in previous entries. Any hint at potential space waifus or husbandos was sadly absent, but we’ll have plenty of time to look forward to those details in between all the shooting. If anything, at least this game’s version of the Mako looks a lot more exciting to play with thanks to its new found speed!

Here’s the trailer below so you can check it out for yourself. What do you think of Mass Effect Andromeda based on the glimpse we’ve had so far?

E3 2016: The ‘Titanfall 2’ Multiplayer Trailer Puts Its New Abilities Into Action

by Josh Jackson

While most of the chatter coming out of EA’s E3 2016 press conference regarding Titanfall 2 had to do with its newly revealed campaign mode, that’s not to say that the team at Respawn forgot where its bread and butter was. As seen in the game’s new multiplayer focused trailer, there will be plenty of new ways to take down the enemy team when you jump online as both a pilot and a Titan.

New Titans is definitely a feature to get excited about, but the trailer had a lot more to show than a few new robots to tear through the town with. The new weapons and pilot abilities really stole the show for me, highlighting the level of innovation that is coming with the highly anticipated sequel. Highlights of the trailer include expanded melee options for the Titans, a grenade ability that pulls enemies towards it, leaving them as sitting ducks for you to pick off, and the grappling hook, which will let pilots latch onto their enemies and pull themselves in for the melee kill… Even while both are in the air!

The first Titanfall had a reputation of being especially stylized in the gameplay department thanks to its unique take on movement, coupled with its changing dynamic between being on foot or in a Titan. Titanfall 2 already looks to be taking this concept much further, in ways that I can’t help but look forward to.

Haven’t watched the trailer yet? Give it a look and let us know your opinions on the new features in the comments! Titanfall 2 will release on the PS4, Xbox One and PC on October 28.

E3 2016: The ‘Dishonored 2’ Gameplay Trailer Is Here!

by Josh Jackson

With so much buzz surrounding Dishonored 2, the follow up to 2012’s surprise hit, we knew Bethesda would touch on it during their E3 press conference this year. What we didn’t know was how great it would look in motion, building on what was an already popular game with new powers and abilities to eliminate your targets with.

As one of two supernatural assassins, Dishonored 2 is clearly hoping to build on the strengths of the original by allowing players to approach taking out their targets in a variety of ways. The gameplay trailer alone shows off how our protagonists can summon mystical powers to make enemies their playthings, attack them with traditional swords and guns, or even avoid direct conflict altogether by utilizing the game’s stealth and hostage mechanics, all while taking place in a unique setting that blends industrial society with the world of mysticism. If you couldn’t tell, it’s looking like there will be plenty to enjoy no matter what your play style is when Dishonored 2 releases in on November 11 of this year on the PS4, Xbox One and PC.

If you haven’t had a chance to watch the trailer, do it now and tell us what you think of Arkane Studios’ next entry in the Dishonored series.

E3 2016: ‘Prey’ Resurfaces… And Looks Nothing Like You Would Expect

by Josh Jackson

It’s been years since Prey 2 was announced, with an endless cycle of delays making it seem like we might never see the follow up to 2006’s cult classic shooter. During Bethesda’s E3 2016 press conference, they revealed that the game has been retooled, seemingly sharing little with its Xbox 360 and PC predecessor.

Now simply titled Prey, the new trailer follows Morgan Yu, a test subject who has been ran through countless experiments for the betterment of the human race. After waking up aboard a space station in the year 2032, Yu finds himself stranded on a ship overrun by hostile aliens. Using his unique abilities alongside any weapons he can find, Morgan will uncover the secrets surrounding the station and the experiments he was subjected to, all while fighting to survive his terrifying ordeal.

Developed by Arkane Studios, the team behind Dishonored, it’s safe to say that this new Prey game is a sequel in name only. With a new development team and a completely different premise, I’m really disappointed to see the portals and gravity physics disappear. Often seen as Portal years before Portal would be released, I can’t help but feel that Prey is losing some of its identity in the transition. With that said, Arkane is a very talented studio, and I have faith that they will be able to deliver a product worth playing when the game launches in 2017. Either way, it will be hard to wonder what could have been.

Want to check out the new Prey for yourself? Check out the reveal trailer below and share your thoughts with us.

E3 2016: EA Kicks Off Their EA Originals Indie Branch With The Reveal Of ‘Fe’

by Josh Jackson

During EA’s E3 2016 press conference, the company went over their new EA Originals publishing branch. Inspired by the release of last year’s Unravel, the program is promising to seek out passionate small development teams with a knack for innovation, and providing them with the security that the backing of a huge publisher like EA can bring to the table to help see these ideas come to fruition.

The first game that will be launching under this program is Fe, a 3D platformer developed by Zoink, the small development team out of Gothenburg, Sweden that was behind Stick it to the Man back in 2013. Using a shadowy purple aesthetic that gives it a vibe between Limbo and Ori and the Blind Forest, Fe looks like a gorgeous game so far. Thinking about how much farther the game could go beyond the brief minute and a half that we saw it in action, we’re definitely interested in how the game will progress.

By committing to selecting a few projects each year to develop under this banner, EA Originals will provide a steady flow of new experiences that aim to bring small teams into the spotlight. A move like this goes a long way to help the company shed its negative image when it comes to stifling creativity in previous years, and can only be good for the industry as the small guys and girls get such a big chance to succeed.

Watch Fe‘s reveal trailer below and tell us what you think in the comments!

Source: ea.com

E3 2016: ‘Titanfall 2’ Examines The Bond Between Man And Machine In Its Campaign Mode

by Josh Jackson

One of the main criticisms that held the original Titanfall back was its lack of a true campaign mode. Respawn and EA are looking to address that with Titanfall 2, with a story focused trailer that debuted during their E3 2016 press conference.

Focusing on a Titan who’s pilot was killed in action, the perspective switches between the behemoth robot and its new perspective pilot as it does everything it can to protect its new controller from being shot down on the battlefield. Showing off some of the new environments, visuals, abilities and characters, Titanfall 2 seems like it’s doing a good job with fully integrating what we learned about this world in the first game with an actual narrative to dive into.

The original game was some of the most fun I had during the early Xbox One days, so integrating that gameplay with something for us to do when we don’t feel like being yelled at by strangers online can only be for the better. This sequel looks fantastic in motion, so I can’t wait to head over to the convention and try it for myself. With the game making its PS4 debut when it releases alongside its Xbox One and PC versions on October 28, it might be hard which version to pick! Especially with the collector’s edition on the market.

What are your thoughts on the campaign, the last game’s lack of one, and the second game as a whole? Sound off below, and make sure you watch the trailer while you’re at it!

E3 2016: Watch The First Gameplay Footage Of ‘Injustice 2’ In Action

by Josh Jackson

Fresh off the announcement and reveal trailer for Injustice 2, WB Games and NetherRealm Studios aren’t going to make us wait long before we see some of the new characters in action thanks to the release of the first game play footage for the upcoming fighting game.

While the spotlight may be shining on newcomers such as Supergirl, Gorilla Grodd and Atrocitus, the returning cast is showing that they shouldn’t be forgotten about. Aside from even more dynamic looking stage hazards for the heroes and villains to fight through, new customization costumes won’t be the only way the cast will keep us on our toes. Batman reminds us why he’s such a badass thanks to his new finisher using his Batwing, while Superman uses his strength and speed to bounce his opponents around with crushing blows high in the clouds. Or… You could just be like Aquaman and have a giant whale eat your enemies.

Even still, the new characters steal the show. There’s a certain kind of excitement that comes from seeing Supergirl switch from her public identity to her superhero persona in the blink of an eye. Grodd displays his brute strength while he manhandles anyone who stands in front of him, which contrasts Atrocitus, who puts his Red Lantern abilities to good use with a combination of vicious constructs and his overwhelming rage. In a blink and you’ll miss it shot, Black Manta is shown as being part of the cast as well, showing everyone who the real king of the sea is.

Watch the trailer below and get excited with the rest of us. Who else do you expect to see make the roster when the game releases in 2017?

Zygarde’s New Formes Will Appear In ‘Pokemon Sun’ And ‘Pokemon Moon’

by Josh Jackson

Remember a few months back when we talked about how Zygarde was getting new formes in the Pokemon anime and predicted that they would make their first in game appearance in an unannounced Pokemon Z? As we know now, Zygarde got no game, but that doesn’t mean his alternate versions won’t turn up. As announced in the game’s latest trailer, it will just end up debuting in Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon.

Showing off two of its possible appearances, its 10% Forme takes the shape of a scarf wearing dog, which seems to be paired up with a set of new attacks. Thousand Arrows fires a series of energy blasts into the sky, with each one raining down on its opponent, while Thousand Waves transforms the pup into a cluster of data, which surrounds its enemy before it’s hit with the strike.

In its Complete Forme, Zygarde looks much more like a human shaped monster, which promises to be its most powerful version. Using a new attack called Core Enforcer, the Pokemon does its best Zorro impression by taking to the sky and blasting away its foe with a powerful beam that draws a Z into the ground. Aside from these attacks, any ability changes, stat alterations or how these transformations take place is yet to be revealed, but we’ll report it as soon as it’s known.

With these answers come so many questions. Namely, will the standard 50% forme from X and Y be needed for these new versions? Will the smaller formes like the core play a role in any of this? And why didn’t Zygarde get its own version? While we contemplate these pressing questions, watch the adaptable Pokemon in action below, then let us know what you’re hoping to see in Pokemon Sun and Moon in the comments below!

Check Out The Latest Gameplay Demo Of ‘Deus Ex: Mankind Divided’

by Shane O'Hare

The latest in the Deus Ex series is really shaping up to blow the franchise out of the water.

The recent live action announcement trailer really invoked some powerful feelings. Reminiscent of the first two shorts from The Animatrix.

One of the devs from the upcoming Mankind Divided walks us through the newest element of the game, the city hub. The launching point of missions, interacting with NPC’s and character building. Check it out below.

Get your first glimpse at the city-hub of Prague in Deus Ex: Mankind Divided, an expansive and dense location which will allow players to meet a variety of characters, take on side-quests, and explore indoor and outdoor areas. For the purpose of this demo, we activated infinite life, energy, and ammo.
In this section of the game, set in the poor district of the city, Adam Jensen wakes up after being caught in a devastating attack, allegedly perpetrated by augmented extremists, which is causing his augs to malfunction. He needs to see Vaclav Koller, an underground augmentation specialist, so that he can have a look at them and help him get back into shape.

I’m really excited for this iteration of the series. The segregation theme between augmented citizens and normal humans is one I find particularly fascinating.

Deus Ex: Mankind Divided hits store shelves August 23rd on PC, PS4 and Xbox One.

‘Kingdom Hearts 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue’ Redefines Long Titles; Gets A New Trailer & Release Window

by Josh Jackson

If you’ve been waiting anxiously for more news on Kingdom Hearts 3, you’re going to have to hold out a little longer. But don’t worry, Square Enix has your Keyblade fix covered with a new trailer for Kingdom Hearts 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue. Yes, that’s the real name. And it’s looking pretty great!

Serving as both an HD remaster of Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance and what essentially seems like a prequel demo for the third game focusing on Aqua’s continued journey through the Realm of Darkness, the latter segment in particular looks absolutely gorgeous. Considering how I found Aqua to be the most interesting protagonist across the entire series, I’m really excited to be able to control her unique spells once again. Her story bridging the gap between Birth By Sleep and the third game doesn’t hurt the excitement either! On the Dream Drop Distance front, it was the only core KH game I never finished. Replacing your Disney party members with generic color swapped enemies took some of the joy out of the crossover appeal the series has become known for, but I’m hoping that I’ll be able to enjoy it more the second time around.

Aside from the playable segments, Kingdom Hearts x Back Cover, a movie that connects to the earliest parts of the universe’s lore, will tell the story of the Foretellers. Tying in to the recently released Kingdom Hearts Unchained x mobile game, this package will be overflowing with details to play through and analyze as we wait for 2017. With each character masked, it won’t be long until we start trying to identify the voice actors and see what past characters they match!

Sadly, we’ll have to wait longer on news for the third game, seeing as the trailer mentioned more details wouldn’t come until the winter. In the meantime, see if you can figure out any of the voice actors for yourself in the trailer below. When December comes, will you be picking up the final Kingdom Hearts release before KH3 finally arrives? Does the third game’s apparent E3 absence disappoint you? And did you actually like the Dream Eaters? Let us know in the comments!

‘Injustice 2’ Suits Up With A Brutal Reveal Trailer

by Josh Jackson

As we get closer to E3, rumors have been swirling about a a potential Injustice 2 reveal. Well, NetherRealm Studios and WB Games have put the speculation to rest, because Injustice 2 is real, and it looks like it could be even more brutal than the first.

Featuring a solemn narration from an off screen voice, (who does mention being reborn after emerging from “the pit.” Could it be Ra’s al Ghul?), the reveal trailer shows mainstays like Superman, Batman, The Flash and Aquaman smashing each other through walls with enhanced strength thanks to what seems to be a new transforming armor mechanic. If you were hoping for some new character reveals to keep the hype going, the closing moments of the trailer show Supergirl protecting Batman from her uncharacteristically murderous cousin, and a younger man suiting up in a red and black Batman suit. Could it be Red Hood? Or even better… Batman Beyond?

From the little we’re shown, so many questions can be pulled from it. How will the transforming suits work in the game? Is Superman still an evil, power hungry dictator? Who is the voice in the trailer? Will we FINALLY get Black Canary and Huntress? We’ll find out more as we get closer to its 2017 release date.

Who are you hoping to see in the game, and what do you make of the trailer? Sound off in the comments, and keep checking back as E3 quickly approaches.

Is Volition’s Upcoming ‘Agents of Mayhem’ A Follow-Up To ‘Saints Row’?

by Josh Jackson

Volition, the development team best known for their work on the Red Faction and Saints Row series of games, has revealed their next project in the form of Agents of Mayhem, courtesy of its IGN exclusive reveal trailer. But in between all of the shooting, robot summoning and witty comments, could it be that this game has a deeper connection to the developer’s previous open world gang series as we might have expected?

From the trailer, it’s clear that our elite team of three soldiers will be fighting off an evil force that’s after some Earth shattering technology. What’s even more interesting than the unique abilities and personalities of Fortune, Hardtack and Hollywood, (especially that stunt double that got killed standing in for our superstar douche bag,) is the organization backing them. As the Ultor company chastises their leader for the collateral damage they left behind, a clear logo resembling the 3rd Street Saints’ iconic symbol closes out the final moments of the footage. Could this group be picking up the pieces of Earth after the planet got destroyed in the fourth Saints Row game? Or did the Saints pick up and rebuild on another planet? Or maybe a new organization discovered their legacy and decided to co-opt it?

What might be even more of a clue however, is Ultor itself. Serving as one of the main antagonists throughout the Saints Row series,  they were the same organization that the citizens of Mars went to war against in Red Faction. While Volition has said that it was just meant to be an easter egg and that the two series weren’t connected, the company’s eventual prominence in both series’ and the Saints finding themselves in space throughout the fourth game definitely leads to a possibility where humans eventually colonize Mars. Could Agents of Mayhem serve as a bridge connecting the two?

Even if this is all just wild speculation, it’s fun to think about. Do you want to see these three games become a shared universe? Check out the trailer for Agents of Mayhem and let us know if you’re excited for Volition’s next game.

‘Horizon Zero Dawn’ Cushions Its Delay With A Flashy New Trailer

by Josh Jackson

After revealing Horizon Zero Dawn at E3 last year, it quickly became the first game Sony has shown off that made me excited to be a PlayStation 4 owner. Now that its latest trailer has been released, it impressed me to the point where I almost didn’t care that it’s being delayed!

Moved to a February 28 2017 release, it’s clear to see that Guerrilla Games has put their development time to good use so far. Showing off some stunning new combat clips, Aloy, the game’s star, destroys mechanical dinosaurs with ease thanks to her bow and arrow, displaying its seamless looking combat that comes to life thanks to its jaw dropping graphics and effects. On this journey to find herself and the secrets of her past, Aloy’s adventure is looking more and more like it will be one worth taking.

While a delay is always disappointing, it’s clear that the developer behind the Killzone series is dead set on getting their first attempt at an action role playing game right. But what say you readers? What do you think of Horizon so far and are you affected by the delay? Watch the trailer for yourself and make yourself heard in the comments!

‘Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age’ Confirmed For 2017

by Josh Jackson

After months of rumors combined with a shred of foresight considering how remaster happy this console generation has been, Square Enix has finally made our return to Ivalice official with the announcement of Final Fantasy XII: The Zodiac Age.

Releasing exclusively for the PlayStation 4, The Zodiac Age serves as a re-release of the 2006 PS2 hit. Serving as a huge overhaul for how Final Fantasy handles its combat, level up mechanics and storytelling, the polarizing twelfth entry will receive a series of improvements on top of the expected graphics upgrade. Presumably bringing over the Zodiac Job System that the Japanese exclusive Final Fantasy XII International used to improve its often confusing and convoluted growth system that kept some from enjoying the game, (myself included,) The Zodiac Age is already on track to be worth a second look.

In addition to the job system, the real time combat is also set to be revitalized with a reconstructed design. This on top of a re-recorded soundtrack, shorter load times, an auto save feature, the Trial Mode from International, and trophy support show that there’s plenty to enjoy for new and old players alike.

See it in action for yourself and let us know what you think! The Zodiac Age is scheduled for a 2017 release.

Did You Find The Hidden Mickey’s In ‘Zootopia’?

by Josh Jackson

Anyone who saw Zootopia since it released in March, (and considering it just passed the $1 billion mark, chances are that you have,) surely caught at least some of its many easter eggs, which ranged from references covering everything from Frozen to Breaking Bad. But as an ongoing Disney tradition, the film also had a series of of hidden Mickey’s scattered around its sprawling animal metropolis.

In this teaser trailer for one of the special features on the film’s upcoming home release, this clip reveals just a few of the Mickey logos that were placed throughout the movie. Did you catch the one in Clawhauser’s fur? Or how about in his cereal? The clip alone shows some very obscure locations for these icons, so chances are that even with the ones shown here, there will still be plenty sprinkled throughout for fans to comb over for the months going forward.

Let us know what other Hidden Mickey’s you’ve spotted on your own, as well as your favorite Zootopia easter eggs you’ve spotted through your viewings. Zootopia will release on DVD, Blu Ray and for digital download on June 7.

June Is Manaphy Month As The Latest Mythical Pokemon Becomes Available For Download

by Josh Jackson

It’s another month, which means it’s time for the next Mythical Pokemon to become available for download on your copies of Pokemon X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire.

Making its debut as a special egg that could be transferred from the excellent Pokemon Ranger to copies of Pokemon Diamond and Pokemon Pearl, Manaphy is a water type Pokemon that fits a similar role as Mew, Celebi and Jirachi before it. Manaphy’s signature attack, Heart Swap, allows it to switch stat increases and decreases with its opponent, allowing it to absorb any boosts its foe might have built up over the course of the battle. Its ability, Hydration, removes any negative status effects it receives at the end of each turn in the rain, giving it even more of a benefit on top of the attack boost rain already provides to water types. As the only Legendary Pokemon to be able to breed, pairing it with Ditto is still the only way to obtain Phione, a standalone Pokemon that does not evolve into its parent species. As a Pokemon of more than one firsts, Manaphy is also the first Mythical Pokemon to have to share the spotlight with a group of other Mythical types, being somewhat overshadowed by the eventual release of Shaymin, Arceus, and last month’s featured Pokemon, Darkrai.

Despite this, Manaphy has still made multiple appearances since its debut, being featured in Super Smash Bros. Brawl  and 3DS/Wii U as a rare Pokemon that uses Heart Swap to switch which player controls which character mid match. Its movie, Pokemon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea, has been digitally remastered and made available to download alongside Pokemon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew, and is rounded out by the release of the Manaphy Pokemon TCG set, which comes with two Pokemon Generations booster packs, a promotional Manaphy card, and a collectible pin.

This has been a big week for Pokemon, with Sun and Moon details showing off its new legendaries and Pokedex. Check out the Manaphy trailer below to keep up on all the releases featuring the water type, and check back with more details on #Pokemon20 as they’re available.

Team Art of Fighting Returns To ‘The King of Fighters XIV’ In Its Latest Trailer

by Josh Jackson

Ora ora ora! For those who felt like there wasn’t enough karate guy, (and girl,) representation in The King of Fighters XIV, Team Art of Fighting returns to fill that void. Much like Team Fatal Fury, the Art of Fighting cast has become more synonymous with the King of Fighters franchise over the years, so it’s no surprise to see the three main characters from the early 90’s coin op fighter return to the KOF stage.

Consisting of Ryo Sakazaki, an orange clad fighter who’s similar moveset and appearance to a certain other karate fighter has led to a parody of the alleged knockoff from said competitor, Robert Garcia, Ryo’s best friend and rival who happens to be rich and totally not Ken, and Yuri Sakazaki, Ryo’s little sister who will eternally be in training, the three often serve as a hard hitting, no nonsense group.

But as with previous reveal trailers, the fun comes from how the new mechanics work with these old move sets. In this case, Team Art of Fighting looks absolutely brutal. Canceling super moves into other super moves creates huge combos for each of the three members, with some interesting new takes on old moves for Yuri in particular. Will the damage be scaled so high that we’ll be able to almost finish an opponent with one sequence in the final version? I hope not, but we’ll be sure to see what balance changes take effect before the game’s August release date.

Check out the trailer below and tell us if the trio will be apart of your KOF team! The King of Fighters XIV will release exclusively on the PS4 on August 23rd.

Goldberg Returns As Pre-Order DLC For ‘WWE 2K17’

by Josh Jackson

Nearly every year since they took over, 2K has seemingly managed to secure wrestlers for their WWE video games that the company itself had trouble courting. This tradition continues with the reveal trailer for WWE 2K17, showing off Goldberg as this year’s pre-order bonus character.

Bringing the WCW superstar back in dramatic fashion, the trailers for the game over the years have been spectacles in themselves. Echoing the way Goldberg would be escorted to the ring by a group of officers, dozens of cops are shown to finally bring the monster who was billed as being 173-0 in his prime out of exile for his video game re-debut. But as the cards drive passed a Suplex City road sign, what could it mean for the game, or the stars themselves?

I never was a huge Goldberg fan growing up, but seeing him return in this fashion can’t help but get me excited as a wrestling fan. As mentioned, past games have brought in stars like The Ultimate Warrior, Sting and Brock Lesnar before they were ever in talks with WWE themselves, only to open up negotiations that would eventually lead to their real life return. Could we see Goldberg back in a WWE ring? Only time will tell, but 2K has set up a pattern when it comes to this kind of thing. Like the modern day philosopher, Justin Bieber, once said, never say never.

WWE 2K17 will launch on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One PS3 and Xbox 360 in October.

Ibuki Debuts As May’s ‘Street Fighter V’ DLC Gets Pushed To June

by Josh Jackson

If you were eagerly anticipating the next character to join the Street Fighter V roster, looks like we’re going to have to wait another month.

Despite promising a character a month, the third fighter of the fighting game’s first season of characters wasn’t revealed until the end of May. When the month came and went, Capcom confirmed that she wouldn’t be ready as anticipated. Instead launching alongside the long awaited story mode at the end of June, the company is promising to be more upfront with their schedule going forward. As expected, fans such as myself didn’t take too kindly to the news since the delay wasn’t confirmed until the end of the month the character was scheduled for, adding to the issues the game has gone through since its February release.

Then again, it’s looking like the team is putting the extra time to good use. Bringing back Ibuki from Street Fighter III, it’s clear from her debut trailer that her ninja bombs and air dash will give her plenty of new tools to work with in her upcoming appearance. Fighting with a much more flashy take on her typical move set, players will have plenty to work with when the ninja is finally released.

With Balrog, Juri and Urien on their way, we still have plenty to look forward to as Street Fighter V pushes towards the second half of its first season. What do you think of Ibuki, the delay, or how it was handled?

Wonderboy Is Back! Check Out The Trailer For ‘Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap’!

by The_acz

Fans of the 1989 Sega Master System classic Wonder Boy 3: The Dragon’s Trap and the Wonder Boy series in general will be happy to know that their favorite half human/half animal hybrid is coming out of retirement for another round. Announced today, Developers DotEmu and Lizardcube are collaborating on this remake slated for Consoles and PC sometime in the future as there is currently no release date. The nicest part is that the game seems to be taking a more Ducktales Remastered esque approach to the graphics. Check out the trailer below and tell us what you think about the game!

New ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out Of The Shadows’ Trailer Is All About Rocksteady & Bebop!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Following the awesome look at the film from the Super Bowl back in February (which gave us our fantastic first look at Krang and more), and that fantastic ‘final’ trailer, Paramount has just debuted another new look at next month’s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows. This time around, it’s all about Rocksteady and Bebop.

While the first film had its (long list of) issues, overall I actually enjoyed the film as a whole. In any case, essentially everything that we’ve seen thus far from Out of the Shadows looks so much better than anything that we saw in the first film.

Take a look at the trailer below, and be sure to let us know what you think! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows hits theatres on June 3rd!

WWE’s Sheamus looks pretty hilarious as Rocksteady, doesn’t he?

Watch The Gorgeous First Teaser For Disney’s ‘Beauty And The Beast’

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Wow.

I don’t really even remember Disney’s animated Beauty and the Beast, but this looks freaking stunning.

Disney has just debuted the very first teaser trailer for next year’s live action version, which boasts an all-star cast consisting of Emma Watson as Belle, Dan Stevens as the Beast, Luke Evans as Gaston, the handsome, but shallow villager who woos Belle, Kevin Kline as Maurice, Belle’s eccentric, but lovable father, Josh Gad as Lefou, Gaston’s long-suffering aide-de-camp, Ewan McGregor as Lumiere, the candelabra, Stanley Tucci as Maestro Cadenza, the harpsichord, Gugu Mbatha-Raw as Plumette, the feather duster, Audra McDonald as Madame Garderobe, the wardrobe, Ian McKellen as Cogsworth, the mantel clock, and Emma Thompson as the teapot, Mrs. Potts.

Yep, what a cast, and what a gorgeous teaser. You can take a look at the video below, and be sure to let us know what you think! Beauty and the Beast hits theatres on March 17th, 2017!

https://youtu.be/c38r-SAnTWM

Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” is a live-action re-telling of the studio’s animated classic which refashions the classic characters from the tale as old as time for a contemporary audience, staying true to the original music while updating the score with several new songs. “Beauty and the Beast” is the fantastic journey of Belle, a bright, beautiful and independent young woman who is taken prisoner by a beast in his castle. Despite her fears, she befriends the castle’s enchanted staff and learns to look beyond the Beast’s hideous exterior and realize the kind heart and soul of the true Prince within.

Don’t Hold It Against Us! Check Out The Trailer For ‘Five Nights At Freddy’s: The Sister Location’

by The_acz

Just when you thought he was done, they pull him back in. While the last mainline Five Nights At Freddy’s Game hasn’t been out since FNAF 4’s release back in July 23rd, 2015 (almost a whole year already!) fans of the franchise have been treated to something similar to help them tide things over in the form of FNAF World, which had been getting steady free updates throughout the months due to Cawthon not being happy with how he initially released the game. Just recently, update 2 was released which hinted at a brand new character for the game’s next side title: The Sister Location. Unbeknownst to everyone, a brand new trailer for the game has dropped, ad it’s sure to send a shiver or two down your spine. The trailer features a different cast than what the Usual gang would be (one of the big deals being that Freddy isn’t the leader of the group!)

The 2 biggest introductions by far have to be the introduction of the lead female singer Baby, and the fact that these new animatronics seem to open up in the middle. If you’re excited that’s fine, but don’t be expecting it anytime soon, as Scott has set a Fall 2016 release date for the game so that he can make it as polished as he can. Are you excited for this new FNAF? What’s your favorite game in the series? Comment below and let us know!

 

Some Nightmare fuel for you.
Some Nightmare fuel for you.

You Can Watch The First Episode Of ‘Outcast’ Right Now!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: US residents are in for a treat!

The rest of us won’t be able to watch Cinemax’ Outcast until it premieres on June 3rd, but the network has just released the entire first episode of the anticipated series online for US viewers.

Kyle Barnes has been plagued by demonic possession all his life. Now, with the help of the Reverend Anderson, a preacher who has personal demons of his own, the young man embarks on a journey to find answers and regain the normal life he lost. But what Kyle discovers could change his fate — and the fate of the world — forever.

Based on the Skybound/Image comic title by creator Robert Kirkman (“The Walking Dead”) and artist Paul Azaceta, Patrick Fugit (“Gone Girl”) stars as Barnes, a man searching for answers, and redemption, who sequesters himself from those he loves for fear of causing greater hurt.

Philip Glenister (“Life on Mars”) stars as Reverend Anderson, a West Virginia evangelist who believes he is a soldier in God’s holy war against the forces of evil on Earth. An inveterate drinker and gambler, he doesn’t believe God intends people to sweat the small stuff.

Gabriel Bateman (“Stalker”) stars as Joshua Austin, an eight-year-old who lives across town from Kyle. To his family’s dismay, he appears to be in the clutches of demonic possession, but there’s something very different about this possession and its connection to Kyle Barnes.

Other cast members include: Wrenn Schmidt (HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire”) as Kyle’s adopted sister, Megan Holter, a child psychologist who makes it her mission to fix the people around her; Reg E. Cathey (HBO’s “The Wire”) as Rome’s Chief of Police, Chief Giles, who has seen enough to know there’s some truth to his friend Rev. Anderson’s assertions about demons; Kate Lyn Sheil (“House of Cards”) as Kyle’s former wife, Allison Barnes, who has lingering doubts about what happened in their marriage; Julia Crockett (“Law & Order: Criminal Intent”) as Kyle’s mother, Sarah Barnes, whose apparent mental illness tainted his childhood; David Denman (“13 Hours”) as Megan’s husband, Mark Holter, a by-the-book small town cop whose temper can get him in trouble; and Brent Spiner (“Star Trek: The Next Generation”) as Sidney, whose dapper appearance and smiling demeanor hide malevolence.

If you’re in the US, you can watch the full episode below, and be sure to let us know what you think!

https://youtu.be/IBRe2ITyMxw

‘Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2’ Announced! Check Out The Trailer!

by The_acz

Yesterday, the official Dragon Ball website posted a 24 hour countdown clock to this morning May 17th not saying what will happen. Well, today we know what it was.

Just a couple of hours ago, Bandai Namco announced that Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 would be coming out this year. While there’s no solid release date yet, we do know that the game will be coming out for Xbox One, PS4, and PC via Steam. The first Xenoverse came out  last year on February 5th 2015 and seemed to surprise many fans who were starting to experience Dragon Ball game fatigue every year. Hopefully Xenoverse 2 improves and adds onto more things like more customization with powers and outfits. Are you excited for Xenoverse 2? What’s your favorite Dragon Ball game? Tell us below!

‘Pokemon Sun and Moon’ Details, New Pokemon and Release Date Surface In First Game Play Trailer

by Josh Jackson

Are you ready to catch em’ all for the seventh time!? The Pokemon Company has unveiled the first game play trailer for the upcoming Pokemon Sun and Pokemon Moon, showing off its new region, starters, and cover legendaries alongside its worldwide release date.

Releasing on November 18, each version returns with its tried and true turn based combat, which will surely come with another hundred or so Pokemon to catch, train and battle. What’s most exciting to me however, is that the new region seems to be in full 3D. In other words, while X and Y was the first foray into full 3D characters and game play for the main series, traveling was still largely from a top down perspective, save for a handful of special areas. This time, the world already looks so much bigger in scale since the environments have an actual layout that doesn’t revolve around the grid based map that every past game has revolved around. Just think of the new lands we’ll be able to explore while catching all those new Pokemon!

Speaking of which, the trailer gave us our first glimpse at the three new starters and the version exclusive Legendary Pokemon. Featuring Rowlet, a Grass/Flying owl, Litten, a fire kitten, and Popplio, a water type sea lion, one of these three will be the first Pokemon we claim as we begin our new adventure. Let’s talk about these new guys for a minute… Is it just me, or do they look more like fan art? I don’t usually favor Grass Types, but Rowlet looks the most interesting to me, especially with its 180 head spin. Popplio is cute, but uninspired, while Litten… It looks more like a Route 1 catch than a starter. Let’s just hope it doesn’t evolve into a Fire/Fighting type. As far as the Legendaries, we don’t have any specific information on them outside of their box art, but the Sun Pokemon looks like Wildfire from Skylanders decided to walk on four legs, and I’m looking forward to Moon telling us why Lugia went on to skin Cresselia and wear its coat.

Take a look below and watch the full trailer for yourself, then tell us what you think! Which starter are you leaning towards, and are you siding with Sun or Moon this time around? Share your thoughts in the comments and let us know!

Possession Is Just The Beginning: Watch A New Trailer For ‘Outcast’!

by Derek Kraneveldt

Briefly: Outcast is finally almost here.

Cinemax has just debuted a new poster and teaser for the anticipated series, this time around showing a lot more creepy, creepy footage.

Kyle Barnes has been plagued by demonic possession all his life. Now, with the help of the Reverend Anderson, a preacher who has personal demons of his own, the young man embarks on a journey to find answers and regain the normal life he lost. But what Kyle discovers could change his fate — and the fate of the world — forever.

Based on the Skybound/Image comic title by creator Robert Kirkman (“The Walking Dead”) and artist Paul Azaceta, Patrick Fugit (“Gone Girl”) stars as Barnes, a man searching for answers, and redemption, who sequesters himself from those he loves for fear of causing greater hurt.

Philip Glenister (“Life on Mars”) stars as Reverend Anderson, a West Virginia evangelist who believes he is a soldier in God’s holy war against the forces of evil on Earth. An inveterate drinker and gambler, he doesn’t believe God intends people to sweat the small stuff.

Gabriel Bateman (“Stalker”) stars as Joshua Austin, an eight-year-old who lives across town from Kyle. To his family’s dismay, he appears to be in the clutches of demonic possession, but there’s something very different about this possession and its connection to Kyle Barnes.

Other cast members include: Wrenn Schmidt (HBO’s “Boardwalk Empire”) as Kyle’s adopted sister, Megan Holter, a child psychologist who makes it her mission to fix the people around her; Reg E. Cathey (HBO’s “The Wire”) as Rome’s Chief of Police, Chief Giles, who has seen enough to know there’s some truth to his friend Rev. Anderson’s assertions about demons; Kate Lyn Sheil (“House of Cards”) as Kyle’s former wife, Allison Barnes, who has lingering doubts about what happened in their marriage; Julia Crockett (“Law & Order: Criminal Intent”) as Kyle’s mother, Sarah Barnes, whose apparent mental illness tainted his childhood; David Denman (“13 Hours”) as Megan’s husband, Mark Holter, a by-the-book small town cop whose temper can get him in trouble; and Brent Spiner (“Star Trek: The Next Generation”) as Sidney, whose dapper appearance and smiling demeanor hide malevolence.

You can take a look at the poster and trailer below, and be sure to let us know if you’re excited! Outcast hits Cinemax on June 3rd!

OutcastPoster

‘Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA X’ Launches On August 30th; Will Have VR Support!

by Josh Jackson

This was why VR was made!

Sega has announced that Hatsune Miku: Project DIVA X, the next game in the franchise based on the virtual pop star and her team of idols, will launch on August 30 for the PS4 and PS Vita.

Shedding the “HD” branding for the console version, Project DIVA X will also be the first game in the series to have a story mode. As if Miku needed more than her charm to hook her fans around the world, her and her friends will have to sing and dance through five Clouds that pose a danger to their world for some reason. Each Clould has its own aura, from Classic to Cute, Cool, Elegant and Quirky, all of which containing their own challenges. With a combination of 30 new and classic songs to go with close to 300 costumes, each one is said to have an effect on the different challenges. From what we know so far, no one should accuse this game of not having enough to do.

New to Project DIVA X will be a Concert Editor mode, where players can customize their own shows with their favorite Vocaloids. If you needed a reason to finally push you towards investing in PlayStation VR, then you might want to set that money you were planning on using on the latest anime figure aside, since Concert Editor will support the virtual reality platform once it becomes an available via an update! It will be like you can finally reach out and touch your favorite pop star minus the restraining order and jail time.

Lastly, everyone who pre-orders the game or buys it at launch will get a Miku pouch for free! Use it for glasses, your favorite gaming handheld, or your favorite Nendoroid figurines! Retailing at $49.99 for the PS4 and $39.99 for PS Vita, an already discounted price is coming with even more goodies!Hatsune Miku Project DIVA X puch

So get ready to pull out the glow sticks and hold them high this August. Check out the trailer below and let us know if you’re planning on being in the front row for Miku’s next show!

This ‘Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization’ Trailer Debuts The Game That Doesn’t Want Players

by Josh Jackson

You know, after you’ve dived into an MMORPG where players who die in the game die for real and survived, I would think one time would be enough. That’s obviously not the case for Kirito, Asuna, and the rest of the cast from Sword Art Online, because the gang is returning to the origins of the game that started it all in Sword Art Online: Hollow Realization.

The latest trailer gives us a glimpse of what to expect from the next game to bring the popular anime to life. As a much faster sequel to Sword Art Online, Hollow Fragment, (which we reviewed back when it was released in 2014,) the simulated MMORPG game play that was featured in that game is making its return, this time with up to three CPU partners who tag along during your quests. From the footage shown, the game is looking like it’s streamlining many of the nagging issues the original game had, including much faster combat, expanded dating sim features and larger battles. Most importantly, the game will feature 8-player combat by combining four player online multiplayer with your CPU party. With everyone from the anime’s cast, to Hollow Fragment‘s debuting character, Philia, to the mysterious NPC, Premiere, who makes her debut as a character who learns from the players she interacts with, we’ll have plenty of party members to choose from once we start exploring the world.

But not all is well in what’s now known as Sword Art: Origin, a game that doesn’t want players. Set to release for the PS4 and Vita later this year, it won’t be long until we can see Kirito’s latest adventure unfold.

‘Battlefield 1’ Official Launch Trailer Is Fucking Badass!

by Shane O'Hare

Briefly: We previously gathered all the leaked information for the upcoming Battlefield 1. DICE FINALLY got to the point on their live stream, and showed the launch trailer. Check it out below.

The live stream is still going on right now, so once more details have been released we will update this post!