It was previously revealed that the XBLA version of Minecraft would not support split-screen multiplayer. Even though plenty of people knew about this thanks to the good ol’ internet, it would be impossible for everyone to be aware because Microsoft never made it clear on the game’s Xbox Live Arcade page. That’s all been fixed, though, and the Minecraft listing […]
Famed adventure game developer Telltale Games has reported that The Walking Dead Episode 1: A New Day has officially hit the one million sales mark. That’s awesome news for both Telltale and The Walking Dead, as the game was received quite well by gamers. What that means is that most of those one million sales are made up of satisfied […]
Ubisoft’s captivating god-sim From Dust is off to a sound start, with the publisher proclaiming today that it has broken digital sales records for the company. First day sales eclipsed all previous Ubisoft offerings to date on XBLA. While an exact figure wasn’t given, Ubisoft noted that sales were 45 percent higher than its previous best-selling XBLA release. Moreover, Ubi says pre-orders […]
Capcom’s axed its conceptually promising 2.5D platformer Mega Man Universe. A planned downloadable effort, the title was announced as PSN and XBLA bound last July, with Capcom touting it as a “revolutionary take on the seminal classic.” Indeed, it was a fresh take, with an emphasis on user-generated content. Among its main draws were extensive character customization, in addition to a built-in […]
Ubisoft’s stylish action-platformer Outland is slated for a “late April to early May’ release, the PlayStation Blog has revealed. A separate tweet from developer Housemarque reveals that the XBLA edition is due out “around the same time,” though no exact date was specified. Announced last September, the title features exploration elements that have been likened to Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, […]
After a lengthy period of silence, French site Jeuxvideo has broke word that Ubisoft’s survival-adventure I Am Alive has been re-positioned as a downloadable effort. It’s now scheduled to hit PSN and XBLA sometime this year. Ubisoft has remained tight-lipped regarding the title following its initial announcement nearly three years ago. It was also subject to a delay in 2009, […]
The sequel to Capcom’s hit swinging retro-revival, Bionic Commando Rearmed 2, will hit the digital storefronts of PSN and Xbox Live Arcade on February 2, the company announced today. Rearmed 2 does away with the bolted-down mechanics of the original, introducing what we all take for granted in platformers: the ability to jump. It’ll set you back $14.99 or 1200 […]
With commerical indie titles still trickling out nearly a decade later, it’s clear the Dreamcast has a strong fan backing. Sega is aware of this, obviously. That’s why they’re rising to the opportunity to release a ‘Dreamcast Collection’ on current-gen platforms. Company exec Alan Pritchard let the cat of the bag in a recent interview with GameInformer. Retail wrapped releases […]
Hudson’s destruction-masquerading mascot will return to the limelight once again in Bomberman Live: Battlefest next month. It’s due out December 8 on XBLA, the company announced today. The title is a sequel to Bomberman Live, which has sold more than 500,000 units to date. As 8-person online multiplayer returns, Battlefest spices up Hudson’s age-old run ‘n bomb formula with new […]
Sam Fisher’s original espionage stints are receiving the HD remake treatment, according to Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot. The revelation was dropped during the company’s 2010-2011 earnings call this week, according to an IGN report. Beyond the fact that Ubi is prepping a trilogy release of the first three Splinter Cell titles akin to its recent Prince of Persia revival, little […]
Shinjuku, Japan-based independent developer CAVE announced today that Guwange will release worldwide on November 10, marking its first “exclusive” Xbox Live Arcade effort. A vertical-scrolling shooter, the title sports a distinct old-school feel, as evidenced by the pixel-heavy visuals. The announcement comes as a result of a fan poll that CAVE ran on its in-house development blog last year. Of the […]
With a restored edition of Sega’s over-the-top cab racer Crazy Taxi due out on PSN and XBLA in November, the company saw fit to pin down firm release dates today. It’s slated to hit PSN on November 23, with a XBLA release following on November 24. It’ll set you back 800 MS Points ($9.99). Following its 1999 debut in arcades, […]
Ubisoft announced today that Michel Ancel’s unforgettable action-adventure effort Beyond Good & Evil is receiving a high-def makeover on PSN and XBLA. Released to critical acclaim circa 2003, the title borrows exploration elements from Zelda and features a charming art style. Due out next year, the HD remake will boast achievements and trophies, backed by “new secrets” and a remastered […]
Developer Just Add Water has went on record to say that an XBLA release of Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath is not on the cards primarily due to file size limitations imposed by Microsoft. One thing we can discuss in regard to the 360 version is the size of the game. On XBLA there is a 2GigaByte size limit we have to adhere to, […]
Sega’s iconic blue hedgehog will make a long-awaited return to his side-scrolling platformer roots in Sonic 4: Episode 1 this October, the company announced today. The title was hit with an abrupt delay last May in order to allow for additional development time. The iPhone version will be the first out of the gate, with a October 7 release. Next […]
Capcom continues its Mega Man Universe media blitz ahead of TGS with more screenshots and details on the various customization aspects. The title includes a built-in editor that allows players to create and share their own stages with a wide variety of building blocks at their disposal. Additionally, the character customization tool is quite extensive. Capcom says players can assemble […]
Capcom’s Mega Man Universe has been shrouded in mystery, until now. In keeping with its “megaified” theme, the company offers up a trio of gameplay videos of the retro-infused side-scroller straight out of PAX. The art style appears reminiscent to that of PSP title Mega Man: Maverick Hunter X, blending 3D polygonal visuals with 2D backdrops. Some more subtle elements from the 8-bit originals have been […]
Adding to the growing list of artsy PSN and XBLA efforts is Ubisoft’s Outland, a stylized action-platformer that draws inspiration from the critically-lauded shoot ’em up Ikaruga. Developed by Housemarque, the same team behind Super Stardust HD, the title is described by IGN as a cross between Prince of Persia and Ikaruga, combining the best bits of both — platforming […]
Xbox Live community manager Major Nelson revealed today that the blue hedgehog’s first-ever Dreamcast outing Sonic Adventure and PopCap’s addictive tower defense title Plants vs. Zombies will headline September’s lineup on Xbox Live Arcade. Following the release of both titles, Microsoft is serving up a platter of four titles in a promotion it has dubbed “The Game Feast.” The initiative will […]
Your imagination is the limit in the recently announced Mega Man Universe, according to project lead and series creator Keiji Inafune. While details surrounding the title still remain scant, Inafune dropped word during a Comic Con panel that it will offer up an unprecedented amount of creative freedom, giving players the ability to shape Mega Man’s 8-bit look to their liking. “We […]