Author: John Scalzo

John Scalzo is Warp Zoned's Editor-In-Chief and resident retro gaming expert. You can email him at john AT warpzoned DOT com.

TowerFall Ascension will add PS4 version to its quiver in early 2014

Posted on November 15, 2013 by John Scalzo

Since its release this Summer, TowerFall has been the toast of the Ouya. With its retro graphics and frantic gameplay, the multiplayer archery fighter has charmed more than a few gamers. Developer Matt Thorson has been hard at work on bringing TowerFall to the PC with expanded features (including a single-player mode), but now he’s ready to announce that this new version of the game, known as TowerFall Ascension, will also be released for the PS4 in early 2014.

Ascension will add a ton of new content to the TowerFall formula including “50 new Versus levels, four more playable archers, an all­-new, twelve-player cooperative Quest Mode, six additional power­-ups, and more.”

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InFamous: Second Son will be available on March 21

Posted on November 15, 2013 by John Scalzo

InFamous: Second Son should be the first PS4 game from Sony released in 2014 (unless DriveClub beats it to stores). But now, thanks to last night’s PS4 launch event, we know exactly when we’ll get to play it: March 21.

Be sure to check out the new trailer above, which highlights Delsin’s “Smoke” and “Neon” powers. It also includes a pretty decent cover of Nirvana’s “Heart Shaped Box” because, without it, how else would we know the gmae takes place in Seattle?

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Naughty Dog officially announces Uncharted 4 for the PS4

Posted on November 15, 2013 by John Scalzo

The PS4 is here and Sony used their massive launch event to reveal even more details about what gamers can expect from the future of the console. To that end, Naughty Dog has announced that Uncharted 4 is officially in development for the PS4.

There’s no release date and very few hints at the storyline, but we did get the teaser trailer above, which includes voiceover narration from actor Todd Stashwick as a pirate-themed map of Africa flies by. Before the game begins, Stashwick’s character had been imprisoned for 15 years. But now he’s out, and looking for revenge. Presumably, Nathan Drake had something to do with all of this.

The trailer ends by lingering on the words, “Hodie mecum eris in Paradiso,” which is Latin for “Today you will be with me in Paradise.” These are supposedly the final words of Jesus, said to the Penitent Thief after he asks for forgiveness.

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Grand Theft Auto V is October 2013’s best-selling game

Posted on November 14, 2013 by John Scalzo

grandtheftautov-box-largeOnce again, Grand Theft Auto V reigns supreme. The latest entry in Rockstar’s blockbuster franchise remains atop the NPD Group’s monthly tabulations of the best-selling games at retail.

It’s important to note that GTA5 didn’t pull off this repeat performance against a group of lightweights. The remaining spots in the top ten, all nine of them, were claimed by new releases. You can check out the rest of the top ten right here and, if you gambled that Pokemon X would sell more copies than Pokemon Y, it’s time to collect:

Bestselling Games in October 2013
1. Grand Theft Auto V (Xbox 360, PS3)
2. Pokemon X (3DS)
3. Pokemon Y (3DS)
4. Battlefield 4 (Xbox 360, PS3, PC)
5. Batman: Arkham Origins (Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U, PC)
6. Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag (Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U)
7. NBA 2K14 (Xbox 360, PS3, PC)
8. Skylanders Swap Force (Wii, Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U, 3DS)
9. Lego Marvel Super Heroes (Xbox 360, PS3, Wii U, 3DS, Vita, PC)
10. WWE 2K14 (Xbox 360, PS3)

According to Joystiq, GTA5 wasn’t the only big winner last month. The entire industry had a very profitable four weeks as last month’s software sales were higher than the same period from 2012, making October 2013 the third month in a row to see year-over-year sales gains.

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Nintendo Download: Mario & Sonic Olympics 2014, Adventure Time 2, more

Posted on November 14, 2013 by John Scalzo

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Ready for another big batch of additions to Nintendo’s download services? Great, here we go…

  • Tomorrow, Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games will be added to the Wii U eShop. The latest Olympics-themed character crossover will feature 24 events, including the brand new Snowboard Slopestyle.
  • On Tuesday, Adventure Time: Explore the Dungeon Because I DON’T KNOW!, the second game starring everyone’s favorite post-apocalyptic adventurers, will be released for the 3DS and Wii U.
  • Also on Tuesday, Zumba Fitness: World Party brings the exercise craze back to the Wii U.
  • But if you’re looking for something today, do check out the NES classic River City Ransom on the 3DS’ Virtual Console.

There’s more information on all of these games (and many more) after the break. (more…)

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Microsoft will bring Xbox One games to Games With Gold promotion in 2014

Posted on November 14, 2013 by John Scalzo

xboxone-logoMicrosoft previously confirmed that their Games With Gold promotion would continue in 2014. The program, which began in June, allows Xbox Live Gold subscribers to download two pre-selected Xbox 360 games for free every month. Right now, Xbox Live Gold subscribers can download A World of Keflings for free as part of the Game With Gold promotion. Starting November 16, it will be retired in favor of Double Fine’s Iron Brigade.

However, starting next year, Xbox One games will be added to the mix as well:

The Games With Gold program was created as Microsoft’s answer to Sony’s Instant Game Collection, which currently offers 18 free games to PlayStation Plus subscribers.

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Nintendo will release Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy in America on February 28

Posted on November 14, 2013 by John Scalzo

Nintendo has announced that the final game in the Professor Layton series to star Layton himself, Professor Layton and the Azran Legacy, will be released in North America on February 28. to catch everyone up, the publisher has uploaded a brand new story trailer, which you can view above.

If you’re interested in Azran Legacy and you also live in Europe, you can skip the trailer. Instead, you should head down to your local game store and ask the shopkeep for a copy of the game as it went on sale across Europe last week.

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Nintendo wants you to watch this “sizzle reel” featuring Wii U, 3DS indie games

Posted on November 13, 2013 by John Scalzo

Nintendo hosted another Nintendo Direct and while it was a bit of a low key affair, there’s still plenty of tidbits to share. For example, do you think the PS4 has the market cornered on indie games? Think again, as Nintendo released this “sizzle reel” showcasing almost two dozen intriguing indie titles that will be released for the Wii U and 3DS in the near future.

Here’s the full list of games shown and don’t forget to check out the trailer above:

Wii U

  • QUBE: Director’s Cut
  • Scram Kitty and His Buddy On Rails
  • Armillo
  • 1,001 Spikes
  • Tengami
  • Pier Solar HD
  • Teslagrad
  • Wooden Sen’Sey
  • Knytt Underground
  • Unepic
  • Shovel Knight

3DS

  • Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse
  • Grinsia
  • Jet Rocket II: The Wrath of Taikai
  • Putty Squad
  • Treasurenauts
  • Retro City Rampage
  • Siesta Fiesta
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