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Xbox Store Today: Tumblestone, Kerbal Space Program, MX vs ATV Supercross Encore, more

Posted on July 15, 2016 by John Scalzo

Microsoft wants everyone to know that it’s time for new a Games With Gold giveaway, and beginning tomorrow, Xbox One owners will be able to grab the multiplayer puzzler Tumblestone for free. If you’re nostalgic for the match-3 madness of Bust-A-Move or the multiplayer battles of Tetris, Tumblestone should definitely be one you look into tomorrow.

If you’re looking for something to download today, the Xbox Games Store is also now home to Kerbal Space Program, a space exploration sim for the Xbox One. But if you’d rather get down and dirty in the mud, Deep Silver has added MX vs ATV Supercross Encore to the Xbox Games Store for the Xbox One.

More details on all of these games (and a few more new releases) can be found after the break. (more…)

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First episode from Batman: The Telltale Series will debut in August; First trailer coming next week

Posted on July 15, 2016 by John Scalzo

batmantelltale-1Telltale Games will release the first episode in their upcoming Batman series, Batman: The Telltale Series, in August for the PC, PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and mobile devices.

Batman: The Telltale Series will also be available as a retail-only “Season Pass Disc” for the PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, and Xbox One. The “Season Pass Disc” will include the first episode on the disc and access to subsequent episodes as they’re released.

The first trailer and final release date for Batman: The Telltale Series will make its debut during next week’s San Diego Comic-Con. To give fans their first look at the game, the developer also plans to host a special “Crowd Play Event” on Saturday, July 23. Kinda Funny’s Greg Miller will host the event alongside Troy Baker (the voice of Bruce Wayne), and you can register to attend at the Telltale Blog.

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Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair will invade Steam on July 18

Posted on July 15, 2016 by John Scalzo

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D3 Publisher has announced that Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair, their bonkers “bugs versus humans” shooter, will be released for the PC through Steam on July 18.

Earth Defense Force 4.1 is an expanded and enhanced remake of Earth Defense Force 2025, which was originally released for the PS3 and Xbox 360 in 2014. The re-release debuted on the PS4 last December, and now it’ll be invading Steam in just three days. In addition to slightly slicker graphics, Earth Defense Force 4.1 will include a series of bonus levels and the option to lead a squad of NPC soldiers into battle against the alien menace.

D3 Publisher plans to sell Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair through Steam for $49.99, but the game will get a big 30% discount during a limited-time Launch Sale.

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2K announces extremely limited NXT Edition for WWE 2K17

Posted on July 14, 2016 by John Scalzo

2K Games has caught NXT fever and has announced plans to release an extremely limited NXT Edition of WWE 2K17 for the PS4 and Xbox One. Limited to just 50,000 copies worldwide, and priced at $99.99, the NXT Edition will include a copy of the game and a ton of bonus content that fans of the minor league promotion will love:

WWE 2K17: NXT Edition

  • Exclusive Premium Packaging
  • NXT Enhancement Pack:
    • Playable NXT Superstars… Shinsuke Nakamura, Nia Jax, and Apollo Crews
    • 50% More Points at NXT in MyCareer
  • Exclusive Canvas 2 Canvas Lithograph, designed by WWE artist Rob Schamberger and autographed by NXT Superstar Shinsuke Nakamura
  • Exclusive Eight-Inch “Demon” Finn Bálor Collectible Figurine
  • Exclusive Topps NXT TakeOver: London Mat Relics Card:
    • Each card will include a piece of authentic ring canvas from the event
    • Each card will feature one of 14 featured Superstars from event
    • Each Superstar’s card will have one of 10 different rarity levels
  • Goldberg Pack: Access to two playable versions of legendary WCW and WWE star Bill Goldberg, as well as playable WCW Monday Nitro and Halloween Havoc arenas

“NXT has quickly transformed into WWE’s third global brand alongside Raw and SmackDown,” said Paul “Triple H” Levesque, the WWE’s Executive Vice President of Talent, Live Events, and Creative. “The WWE 2K17: NXT Edition is the perfect way to share the passion and enthusiasm of NXT with our fans around the world.”

WWE 2K17 is also in development for the PS3 and Xbox 360, and all versions of the game will be released on October 11

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EA will add offline Skirmish Mode to Star Wars: Battlefront next week

Posted on July 14, 2016 by John Scalzo

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EA and DICE are making good on their promise to bring an offline mode to Star Wars: Battlefront. Beginning next week, Star Wars: Battlefront owners will be able to head into battle against offline bots in a special Skirmish Mode, which will also be splitscreen-compatible for two players on the PS4 and Xbox One.

Skirmish Mode will be available to download on July 20, and here’s what Lead Designer Dennis Brannvall had to say about it on the Battlefront Blog:

The new mode will be available starting July 20 and offers players the option to play offline against bots in a solo mission or with a friend using co-op split screen (Console only). Skirmish can be played on a difficulty level of your choosing and across two modes, Walker Assault and Fighter Squadron. With multiple locations that span the galaxy, from the frozen planet of Hoth to the lava encrusted planet of Sullust, we hope Skirmish brings players a new way to enjoy Star Wars: Battlefront.

The developer also confirmed that Battlefront’s next expansion, Death Star, will be available in September.

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Nintendo Download: Tumblestone, Monster Hunter Generations, four Virtual Console games, more

Posted on July 14, 2016 by John Scalzo

It’s another big week for the Nintendo eShop, especially if you’re a fan of nearly-forgotten platformers from the 90s.

However, this week’s spotlight title is most definitely Monster Hunter Generations, the latest game in the long-running series from Capcom. Set to be released for the 3DS tomorrow, Monster Hunter Generations is being touted as the “most customizable” game in the Monster Hunter franchise, offering players the chance to use “four unique Hunting Styles and special Hunter Arts abilities.”

Jumping over to Nintendo’s home console, Wii U owners will be able to download Tumblestone, a modern match-3 puzzler that also serves as an homage to the multiplayer puzzlers that were all the rage back in the 90s. And speaking of the 90s, a trio of new Virtual Console releases (Bonk’s Adventure, New Adventure Island, and R-Type) will let Wii U owners relive some of the less-remembered (but no less classic) corners of that decade.

Finally this week, we jump back to the 3DS for another Virtual Console classic from the 90s, Final Fight. Capcom’s brawler helped define the genre, and many still look to it as a highlight of the punching and kicking oeuvre.

More information on all of these games (and a few other new releases) can be found after the break. (more…)

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Daily Scoop: July 14, 2016 – Unlock Black Ops III Multiplayer when subscribing to the Humble Monthly

Posted on July 14, 2016 by Nicole Kline

I’ve been spending more time than usual gaming lately, which I think you’ve all been able to glean from my recent posts! And as a result, I made some Prime Day purchases – and missed some great deals! What did you end up buying at Prime Day? My big snag was Uncharted: The Nathan Drake Collection for $19.99. I’m excited to play it!

This month’s edition of the Humble Monthly includes an instant unlock of Call of Duty: Black Ops III – Multiplayer Starter Pack when you subscribe. You also get a coupon for 10% off at the Humble Store! There are also always new Humble Originals, which are brand new games only available through this service.

At Steam, the weekend deal is Undertale, which is on sale for $6.99. I’ve been meaning to pick this one up, so hopefully this is the impetus I need to grab it! The Daily Deal is the software 3DMark, which is on sale for just $10. You can also get it with the PCMark 8 bundle for $24.

Hit the jump for today’s shirts, which include two great Overwatch designs! (more…)

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Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition is out September 20 and it’ll include all 26 characters

Posted on July 14, 2016 by John Scalzo

Microsoft and Iron Galaxy have announced they’ll cram a massive collection of Killer Instinct content into the newly-announced Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition this Fall.

Available for the Xbox One on September 20, the Definitive Edition will include all 26 characters from the game’s first three seasons (including Shadow Jago), as well as all 20 stages, both Killer Instinct Classic games, and more (thanks to the Xbox Wire):

  • Every Killer Instinct Fighter! That’s 26 characters, including the remastered cast, original fighters like Hisako and Aria, and special guest characters like Arbiter from Halo, Rash from Battletoads and General RAAM from Gears of War.
  • All 20 Stages, with visual upgrades and lighting changes (creating absolutely improved gorgeous fighting sets).
  • Killer Instinct Classic 1 & 2 – Faithful recreations of the arcade originals for the Xbox One.
  • Special Features like every song in the KI Archives, every character trailer, and never-before-seen concept artwork.
  • An Interactive Universe Map with stage location details.
  • Exclusive Behind-the-Scenes Videos digging into the history, world, and design of this beloved franchise.
  • The retail edition of Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition will include a bonus Original Soundtrack CD and an exclusive Gold Gargos Character Skin.

The Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition will be priced at $39.99, which is a pretty decent discount when compared to the currently-available Supreme Edition.

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