How An Always Online Next Gen Xbox Polarizes Potential Install Base
Tuesday, 9th April 2013Posted in Industry
Tags: Adam Orth, broadband, connection, hardware, internet, Major Nelson, microsoft, ms, next-gen, xbox
Written by: Craig Hunter
Rumors have been surfacing all over the internet lately that the next Xbox will require players to be connected to the internet at all times, something that has many gamers and critics concerned. Although there may not be anything inherently bad about always online experiences, the idea that the console itself must be, presents a number of different problems as I’m sure you can imagine.
For one there are many different regions of the world where broadband internet connections aren’t reliable. We are talking about both more remote regions as well fully developed city centers. Even parts of major cities like New York and Los Angeles experience random internet black-outs with no forewarning.
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First Person Sneaker, THIEF, Will (Again) Let You Beat The Game Without Killing Anyone
Wednesday, 20th March 2013Posted in Preview
Tags: 2014, Eidos, montreal, next-gen, No Kill, Pacifist, paths, playthrough, stealth, thief
Written by: Craig Hunter
Today we have some new details on the highly anticipated Thief reboot. A post on the Eidos Montreal blog gives us some new information on what players can expect come launch day including scalable difficulty and no kill playthroughs (via GameSpot).
In the recent coverage of the game the team talked about how it intended to tone down the gothic look and feel of Garrett to make him more “mainstream.” This raised some concern among long time fans of the series.
It looks as though these concerns may have been blown out of proportion as the team seems to be scaling the character back to more closely reflect the Garrett of past entries. Thief game director, Nicolas Cantin had this to say:
From Kickstarter to Next Gen Consoles: Vehicular Combat Thriller CARMAGEDDON: REINCARNATION Coming To the PS4
Wednesday, 20th March 2013Posted in Preview
Tags: Carmageddon: Reincarnation, evolved, next-gen, platforms, playstation 4, xbox, Xbox 720
Written by: Craig Hunter
We last reported to on Carmageddon: Reincarnation after it ran a successful Kickstarter campaign, raising over $400,000. After development was extended over last holiday season, today we have news that the game will be evolved and making its way to next gen platforms.
When the game ran its Kickstarter campaign it was planned to be available for PC, Mac and Linux and that it would release around now. Carmageddon: Reincarnation might remind you of a more modern Twisted Metal, just with even more pedestrians who, for whatever reason, can’t stay out of the streets.
Announced today, Carmageddon: Reincarnation has raised an additional $3.5 million through private funding and the game will evolve into including all the bells and whistles of a full console title, Stainless Games co-founder Neil Barnden told Eurogamer.
Sniper Elite 3 Announced: Coming To Current, Next-Gen Platforms and PC
Thursday, 14th March 2013Posted in Preview
Tags: 505, game, Karl Fairburne, next-gen, ray, rebellion, Sniper Elite 3, today's, v2, WW2
Written by: Craig Hunter
Rebellion and publisher 505 Games have announced Sniper Elite 3 for current and next-gen platforms. SE3 is scheduled to launch sometime in 2014 (via Eurogamer).
Earlier this year a press release on the game stated that it was coming for Playstation 3 and Xbox 360.
With today’s more vague description of “current and next-gen platforms,” some are speculating that there may be a chance we see a Wii U version. Today’s announcement stated that the game would also be coming to PC as well.
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We Might Know How Much the PS4 Will Cost
Thursday, 7th February 2013Posted in Preview
Tags: $400, Asahi, console, goes, launch, next-gen, playstation, ps4, report, Sony, yen
Written by: Craig Hunter
A major news organization in Japan has published a report about Sony’s upcoming Playstation 4.
The Asahi Shimbun reported this morning that Sony’s next generation console will launch this year for 40,000 yen (about $428).
According to The Verge, this is the first time we have heard news about a possible cost of the system, and suggests a fairly aggressive price compared to the troubled Playstation 3 launch.
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Dark Souls 2 Features Chariots, Next-Gen Like Graphics
Monday, 17th December 2012Posted in Preview
Tags: 2014, Chariots, Dark Souls 2, From Software, next-gen, Vehicles
Written by: Craig Hunter
The newest issue of Edge magazine contains the first details on the recently announced Dark Souls 2. The very first trailer for the game debuted during the VGAs (below).
According to the Edge story, Dark Souls 2 will be around the same size as Dark Souls was but will be what the developer calls a “denser” experience and the game will not be taking place in Lordran (via IGN). The graphics in the game will be comparable to next-gen looking titles like Watch Dogs or Star Wars 1313. Continue reading “Dark Souls 2 Features Chariots, Next-Gen Like Graphics” »
Microsoft ‘Xbox TV’ Coming in 2013 Featuring Casual Gaming, Next Gen Xbox
Wednesday, 21st November 2012Posted in Industry
Tags: microsoft, new, next-gen, services, set-top box, The Verge, xbox
Written by: Craig Hunter
Microsoft plans to launch an Xbox set-top box as a lower cost alternative to the full Xbox console. According to The Verge, multiple sources familiar with Microsoft’s future intentions have confirmed the device.
With Microsoft’s obvious attempt to begin taking over the living room, the new set-top box will bring core entertainment services and allow users to choose between the stripped down set-top box or a full next-gen Xbox. The reports are claiming that the new set-top box will bring casual gaming to the living room as opposed to full on next-gen Xbox titles and is part of a two-SKU plan Microsoft will be unveiling come 2013.
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Rainbow 6: Patriots Still In The Works, Might Become A Next-Gen Game
Monday, 12th November 2012Posted in Preview
Tags: next-gen, patriots, Rainbow 6, terrorism, True Patriots, ubisoft
Written by: Craig Hunter
Ubisoft teased us some time ago now with early footage of Rainbow 6: Patriots and then more recently we heard about three of the development leads parting ways with the studio.
This lead many to wonder if the titles was indeed still happening or not. Unfortunately for fans of the franchise, today we get word from Ubisoft courtesy of Polygon that although Rainbow 6 is still definitely in development, it may not be coming anytime soon.
With next-gen technology in the works at both Microsoft and Sony, it is no surprise that Ubisoft is saying the game could be on its way to next generation hardware.
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Daily Gaming: Bethesda Might Not Support the Wii U
Friday, 7th September 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: bethesda, GameInformer, next-gen, nintendo, Pete Hines, skyrim, Super Mario Bros. U, wii u
Written by: Craig Hunter
Bethesda has recently come out saying that it is unsure whether or not the company will be supporting the Wii U.
According to IGN (via MCV) Pete Hines, the Vice President of PR and marketing at Bethesda, said that normally the company releases on all platforms that will support them. At this point, Hines explains, Nintendo has yet to do so with the Wii U and whether or not the “Wii U does down the road is TBD.”
Although Bethesda, like any developer, is excited about what the next generation can hold in terms of innovation and raw power, Hines says that he disagrees with the fact that this console generation has lasted too long. Continue reading “Daily Gaming: Bethesda Might Not Support the Wii U” »
Daily Gaming: The Last Guardian Confirmed As Still in Development for PS3
Wednesday, 15th August 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: E3 2012, Fumito Ueda, next-gen, progress, ps3, Sony, The Last Guardian, Yoshifusa Hayama
Written by: Craig Hunter
Recently we reported to you on some troubling news with The Last Guardian’s trademark being abandoned. Although not officially cancelled many felt as though this was the final straw that would eventually convert the title into vaporware.Today we get word from Sony confirming that there is nothing to worry about saying that the title is still in development and will indeed release on the Playstation 3.
Shuhei Yoshida from Sony World Wide Studios told Eurogamer today at Gamescom in Germany that the title is just simply delayed due to a number of complicated technical issues.
Some have suggested that the game’s impressive visual quality and groundbreaking game mechanics are just taking a while to get a handle of. Continue reading “Daily Gaming: The Last Guardian Confirmed As Still in Development for PS3” »
DAILY GAMING: Next Gen Xbox to Launch Within 18 Months, According to Microsoft Job Listing
Friday, 10th August 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: 18 months, dashboard, job, listing, microsoft, new, next-gen, products, xbox
Written by: Craig Hunter
A new Microsoft job listing says we will be seeing the next-gen Xbox within a year and half. According to IDG a recent and now deleted job posting on the Microsoft Careers Website accidentally leaked information on upcoming Microsoft products, including a new Xbox, with release dates in the next 18 months.
It is still unclear and certainly unofficial as to whether or not the listing was referring to a hardware upgrade or just a software update for the Xbox 360.
Microsoft Insider Claims Two New Xbox Consoles In The Works
Thursday, 22nd March 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: 2013, AppleTV, arm, console, e3, kinect, microsoft, MS Nerd, next-gen, reddit, XBOx 360
Written by: Craig Hunter
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We have been following coverage on the much rumored next-gen Xbox console for some time now. Microsoft already confirmed we will not be seeing next generation Xbox hardware at E3 or “anytime soon”.
Just recently more information has come to light courtesy of MS Nerd who is, according to BGR, an industry insider who boasts an excellent track record for obtaining information pertaining to the future at Microsoft. MS Nerd said that not only is Microsoft working on a new Xbox, but there will likely be two new versions of the next-gen console. Continue reading “Microsoft Insider Claims Two New Xbox Consoles In The Works” »
The “Next” Xbox Will Not Have A Disc Drive
Friday, 9th March 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: 2013, 720, e3, leak, microsoft, next-gen, xbox
Written by: Craig Hunter
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Recent rumours regarding the next generation of Microsoft’s Xbox console have been ongoing. We have just learned from MCV that the next Xbox will have no disc drive.
The publication claims Microsoft has been telling select partners about the lack of a disc drive in briefings related to the new console.
MCV’s source said this information comes under what they are describing as “the strictest NDA they have ever encountered.” It also being said that, although a disc drive will be absent, there will be some kind of Continue reading “The “Next” Xbox Will Not Have A Disc Drive” »
iPad 3 Concept Shows Off Holographic Game of Madden
Tuesday, 28th February 2012Posted in Apple, Blog Archive, Gaming
Tags: Aatma Studio, apple, concept, game, holographic, invite, ipad, iPad 3, madden, next-gen
Written by: Craig Hunter
If you haven’t heard by now, Apple finally made things official for the next-generation iPad this morning by sending out invites to the media for a press event slated for next Wednesday, March 7 (via The Loop).
By the image from the invite, and previous reports, there isn’t any doubt the unveiling of iPad 3, or whatever it ends up being called, will take place next week in San Francisco.
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iPad 3 Is Coming Next Month, Here’s What to Expect
Friday, 10th February 2012Posted in Apple, Blog Archive
Tags: allthingsd, camera, display, hd, iPad 3, march, next-gen, release date, Retina, specs, Yerba Buena
Written by: Craig Hunter
Most of the industry expect Apple to follow its usual iPad release window and make an announcement in March with customers getting their hands on the device shortly after. Today we get some solid confirmation from the typically accurate AllThingsD who say Apple will indeed be hosting an event for the next-gen iPad during the first week of March. Here’s what to expect.
First of all there have been some rumors that the device will be dubbed the iPad 2S, or something else, opposed to iPad 3. Most rumors back up a much better HD display, more powerful processor and GPU, but leaked casings Continue reading “iPad 3 Is Coming Next Month, Here’s What to Expect” »
Next-Gen Xbox to Sport Blu-Ray Player, Anti-Used Game Tech, and Smaller Controller?
Thursday, 26th January 2012Posted in Blog Archive, Gaming, Technology
Tags: 720, anti-used, blu ray, kinect, Kinect 2, microsoft, next-gen, xbox, Xbox Live
Written by: Craig Hunter
A report from Kotaku today claimed Microsoft will upgrade its disc drive in the next-gen Xbox (720?) from its standard DVD drive to a Blu-Ray drive similar to the one in Sony’s PS3.
The report cites various “reliable” industry sources, and also claimed Microsoft was planning on creating a method of preventing used games from running on the next-gen console. Continue reading “Next-Gen Xbox to Sport Blu-Ray Player, Anti-Used Game Tech, and Smaller Controller?” »
Is this what the iPhone 5 looks like?
Thursday, 1st September 2011Posted in Blog Archive, Technology
Tags: 4S, apple, discovered, display, iPhone 5, mock up, next-gen
Written by: Craig Hunter
The image on the right is a mock up of what the iPhone 5 could possibly look like based on an icon discovered by our friends over at 9to5Mac in the latest Photo Stream beta.
The icon strangely doesn’t resemble a current Apple product that we know of, leading many to believe Apple has changed the icon for iOS 5 elements in order to closer resemble the next-gen iPhone. Notice the elongated yet shorter Home button, and the dimensions of the casing surrounding the display. Continue reading “Is this what the iPhone 5 looks like?” »
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