Capcom is working on a new fighting game

Posted on October 24, 2013 by John Scalzo

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Yoshinori Ono, Capcom’s Producer in charge of all things Street Fighter, has revealed that the publisher has begun pre-production work on a new fighting game:

Ono further confirmed that the game’s target platform is currently in flux and he refused to confirm if this announcement means development has begun on Street Fighter V, Street Fighter Alpha 4, Darkstalkers 4, or a new entry in the “Capcom All-Stars” series.

So what is it? Hopefully, we’ll find out sooner rather than later.

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Tales of Symphonia Chronicles will be released on February 25

Posted on October 24, 2013 by John Scalzo

“Next-generation” consoles… meh, who needs ’em? The 2014 release schedules for the PS3 and the Xbox 360 are looking just fine to me, thanks. To that end, Namco Bandai has announced that Tales of Symphonia Chronicles, a PS3-exclusive collection containing Tales of Symphonia and Tales of Symphonia: Dawn of the New World, will be released on February 25:

To mark the occasion, Namco Bandai has released an English-language version of this year’s Tokyo Game Show trailer. Enjoy.

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Nintendo Download: Batman: Arkham Origins, Assassin’s Creed IV, a whole lot more

Posted on October 24, 2013 by John Scalzo

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It’s a big week for Nintendo’s eShop. It’s like a stealthy intruder who sneaks up on you unsuspectingly, except instead of a blade to the throat or a judo chop to the back of the head, this ninja/assassin delivers a giant pile of new games into your arms. So let’s get to it…

The ninjas are covered by Batman: Arkham Origins (Wii U) and Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate (3DS). Both games chronicle the rise of The Dark Knight (albeit in different stories) and they’ll both be available to download tomorrow. Arkham Origins also features plenty of assassins, but Edward Kenway, The Assassin, will leap onto the Wii U this week. While Ubisoft has no plans to bring the game’s DLC expansions to the system, Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag will be downloadable through your Wii U on Tuesday, October 29.

Also available on the 29th is Sonic’s first Wii U adventure, Sonic: Lost World The blue hedgehog’s latest game will also spin dash its way to the 3DS on the same day.

Finally, if you’re looking to download something today, Capcom has released the fifth game in the Phoenix Wright series, Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney: Dual Destinies. It’s not available in stores and is only available through the 3DS eShop.

More information on all of these games (and many others) is available after the break.

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Batman: Arkham Origins is out tomorrow… here’s the launch trailer and a gameplay video

Posted on October 24, 2013 by John Scalzo

Batman: Arkham Origins is all set to launch for the PC, PS3, Wii U, and Xbox 360 tomorrow. So right on schedule, WB Games Montreal has released a beautiful launch trailer that focuses on The Batman’s Christmas Eve battle with Black Mask. Not content with releasing a two-minute teaser of the game, the developer has also tapped Senior Producer Ben Mattes and Gameplay Director Michael McIntyre to provide commentary on a 17-minute walkthrough video, which is available after the break.

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Daily Scoop: October 23, 2013 – PAX East badges

Posted on October 23, 2013 by Nicole Kline

PAX East badges went on sale today, and the three-day badges sold out in under an hour. It was outrageous! Tons are on eBay already, unsurprisingly. The hotel site is still down, so I don’t know where I’m sleeping, but I’ve got my badges, so whatever. Are you also going to PAX East? Let us know in the comments! Maybe we can high five or something.

I found another neat video game bundle website – this one is called Bundle in a Box. I’m sad to say that their latest bundle, an indie RPG bundle, just ended! It included Unemployment Quest, The Siege of the Necromancer, Hack, Slash, Loot, Styrateg, Inaria, Dungeon Fray, Empires & Dungeons 2, and Frayed Knights. The minimum price was $1.99, but if you paid more than average, you got loads of extra goodies! It’s definitely worth keeping an eye on it for future bundles.

I’ve got a couple of neat shirts for you today!

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Another Super Mario 3D World trailer makes my day

Posted on October 23, 2013 by John Scalzo

I’m sure I’ve said this before, but Nintendo’s trailers for Super Mario 3D World are just so soothing. Maybe it’s long running times. Or maybe it’s the announcer who sounds like he was teleported in from a 1960s educational show for children. Whatever the reason, this new trailer for Super Mario 3D World has “it” in spades.

Super Mario 3D World will be available exclusively for the Wii U on November 22.

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XBLA Today: How To Survive

Posted on October 23, 2013 by John Scalzo

505 Games and Eko Software are responsible for today’s addition to the Xbox Live Arcade: How To Survive. Naturally, the disaster players are attempting to survive is a good old fashioned zombie apocalypse:

You are shipwrecked on an isolated island, a desperate castaway in a total freakshow world. How will you survive? Collect the pages of a Survival Guide and figure it out, of course! Find food, water, and shelter before you perish. Uh oh, is it getting dark? Figure out how to get through the night! While you’re at it, gather up some of this awesome stuff and piece together over 100 handmade weapons and tools—from shotguns to Molotov cocktails. Now you can defend yourself and your friends like a boss!

How To Survive has been priced at $14.99 and is also now available for the PC through Steam. The game will also be available on the PS3 (through the PlayStation Store) and on the Wii U (through the Wii U eShop) soon.

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EA shifts release of The Sims 4 to Fall 2014

Posted on October 23, 2013 by John Scalzo

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The Sims are moving on down… the calendar that is. Electronic Arts announced yesterday that The Sims 4, the next edition in the lifestyle simulator series, will launch in Fall 2014, a slight delay from the originally planned Early 2014 release date.

“The Sims franchise has the best fans in the world and their passion and enthusiasm is at an all-time high,” said Rachel Franklin, VP and General Manager of The Sims Studio. “Those millions of voices will fuel our development process, helping The Sims 4 to be the most ambitious and the best game our studio has ever made. We can’t wait to see our fans reaction when The Sims 4 comes out in fall 2014.”

The Sims 4 will be released exclusively for the PC and, if you pre-order, you’ll gain access to the Life of the Party DLC pack, which will be available as part of the game’s Limited Edition.

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