System Shock Remake Gets Summer Release For PC, Developer Ensures Console Release Is Still Underway
In the discussion of System Shock and the current events for the franchise, plenty of the attention is directed at the long-awaited third entry for the brand – System Shock 3. Mainly, the chatter revolves around the mishandling of the studio – Otherside Entertainment – as lead individuals at the developer are reported to be stepping down and leaving the team altogether. On the other hand, there is a glowing future for what is the upcoming remake for the titular 1994 title. In that, developer Nightdive Studios has been slowly curating a complementing reworking of System Shock which is finally holding form in contrast to System Shock 3 which looks to most likely not be releasing anytime soon. In a new trailer for the acclaimed System Shock remake, Nightdive Studios announces the game is set to arrive this summer. To sway more users to pre-purchase the game, you will also receive a free copy for System Shock 2: Enhanced Edition for free on PC. You can watch the teaser trailer in the video below: “You awaken from a six month healing coma aboard Citadel Station, TriOptimum’s premier research facility,” the overview reads on the game’s Steam page. “Mutants feast on their former crew mates, nightmares of flesh bound to metal roam the dark hallways, and the station’s A.I., SHODAN, is aiming Citadel’s mining laser… at Earth! Your military grade neural interface is all that stands between humanity and the silicon god coming to remake Earth in their vision.” Previously, Nightdive Studios announced the remake to be available for Xbox One and PlayStation 4, but the current announcement is only in regards to the PC version. Speaking with Nightdive Studios’ Larry Kuperman, he tells Gematsu that the ports are still planned. “Yes, and hopefully (damn) close with the PC launch,” he issues. A demo for the game is available now. Do you plan to pick up the System Shock Remake on PC or console? System Shock Remake comes to PC sometime in summer 2021; listed for Xbox One & PlayStation 4.
The Silver Case 2425 To Receive Nintendo Switch Release This July, NIS Announces
To a plenty of Nintendo Switch users roughly half a year ago, there was a great concern with the number of Grasshopper Manufacture titles available on Nintendo Switch. And running off of the previous announcement for the 2021 delay for No More Heroes III, that same following only grew more anxious to when more releases make its way to the Nintendo eShop in the coming future. Thankfully the first two No More Heroes entries graced the platform back in October. Looking at the developer previous repertoire of titles, there only happened to be one that the developer deemed a Nintendo Switch port – The Silver Case. Studio lead Goichi “Suda51” Suda previously disclosed that interest mainly grew for the 1999 release mainly since other possibilities were tied down by publishing rights and property holders. In a new announcement this past week, NIS America announced that aforementioned title is to arrive to Nintendo Switch via The Silver Case 2425. You can watch the announcement trailer in the video below: “In The Silver Case, a string of mysterious serial killings plagues the city, and the detectives of the 24 Wards Heinous Crimes Unit have their eyes on one man: Kamui Uehara,” the synopsis reads for the game’s Limited Edition listing. “This legendary serial killer has assassinated a number of government officials 20 years prior in the now-famous ‘Silver Case.’ However, nobody knows who—or what—Kamui really is. Has he really returned? Who is this infamous serial killer?” As stated, NIS America is also offering a Limited Edition for The Silver Case 2425 which includes a physical copy of the game alongside a collection of memorabilia for the game’s hardened players. Alike the original titular release in Japan in 2018 for PlayStation 4, The Silver Case 2425 includes the namely 1999 game alongside The 25th Ward: The Silver Case. Elsewhere from Grasshopper Manufacture in recent weeks, the developer unveiled in the latest Nintendo Direct livestream that the long-awaited No More Heroes III will be arriving in late August. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you excited to get your hands on The Silver Case 2425 for Nintendo Switch? The Silver Case 2425 arrives to Nintendo Switch on July 6, 2021.
Online Update Delayed For PC Version Of Watch Dogs: Legion, Consoles Versions Rescheduled For Later This Month
Upon eyeing closely to Watch Dogs: Legion, the game is only half-full as the online component for the November-released title is missing. Unlike its predecessors, Ubisoft intentionally left out the multiplayer to ensure that it works when officially available. In a recent blog post, Ubisoft Toronto went to verify that the next update will finally welcome the feature to all supported platforms. Howbeit, despite preparation months in advance atop of solidifying a date for the game to receive the update for this week, Ubisoft Toronto has an update on the project. In that, the PC version is facing some extra hurdles and requires more time – going on to decide the best solution is to delay the release only for keyboard & mouse owners leading forward. But, the console version is not arriving this week as Ubisoft reschedules the update for later in the month – March 23. You can read the full letterhead in the tweet below: “We’ve identified an issue in the PC version that can cause the game to crash for players with certain GPUs.” It continues reading, “the team is working on fixing the issue as quickly as possible, and in the meantime, we’ve made the decision to wait to launch the PC version until this is fixed. We will communicate a new launch date as soon as possible.” While PC is ultimately the victim of this abrupt update, Ubisoft Toronto also presses that both PlayStation versions are not safe either. In that, the team presses there will be a “limited in-game text chat” which is told to be resolved at a later date when arriving later this month. For those that yet played Watch Dogs: Legion, reading our full review is very much recommended. Ryan Welch in his time with the game tells “the open world is stunning on the Xbox Series X, and there is a lot of fun chaos that can be had in the open world.” You can read the piece in its entirety by heading here. Are you planning to play Watch Dogs: Legion online via console or PC? Watch Dogs: Legion is out now for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, and Stadia.
Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Scheduled To Release This July, PC Version Arriving As Well
For the plenty already planned for Monster Hunter this year running off a high-note with the titular film which debuted in the box office back in December, Capcom is preparing the next mainline release later this month. Monster Hunter Rise is arriving exclusively to Nintendo Switch at the end of March. But, the game is also said to arrive in the following year to PC as well. Atop of that, Capcom alongside the announcement of Monster Hunter Rise also unveiled another exciting release – Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin. The follow-up to the beloved Nintendo 3DS game is originally said to arrive in summer 2021. Now in a new trailer, Capcom verifies its mid-year release. In addition to the newly slated launch date, Capcom also verifies a PC release via Steam is also expected this coming July also. You can watch the latest trailer in the video below: “Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin offers both RPG and Monster Hunter fans a unique new experience with a rich storyline featuring charming characters, challenging quests and friendly encounters with familiar monsters from the Monster Hunter series,” the synopsis reads from Nintendo’s eShop listing. “Assuming the role of a young Monster Rider who can use a Kinship Stone to form strong bonds with monsters, players can gain experience and improve their skills to form deeper connections with these wonderful creatures. When ready, players can embark on memorable adventures filled with dramatic events and heartwarming friendships as the epic tale unfolds.” Do you plan on playing Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin on PC or the advertised Nintendo Switch? Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin arrives to Nintendo Switch and PC on July 9, 2021.
Disintegration Studio V1 Interactive Announces Team To Shut Down
While Halo originally debuted roughly two decades ago and spanning across generations of Xbox with prominent sequels to follow its trail, developers that originally kick started the franchise primarily moved on from the IP. Although some are currently involved with Halo Infinite, like Joseph Staten, others either developed Destiny as Bungie left development or moved on to their own ventures. For the sake of one particular Halo co-creator Marcus Lehto, he most recently delivered Disintegration leading V1 Interactive. However, the game was met with average reception and did not meet what many viewed to be a potential competitor to Destiny. In fact, the studio back in November officially shut off the multiplayer component for Disintegration. Now on Monday, V1 Interactive announces that the studio will be closing its doors. Less than a year since the arrival of Disintegration, the team will be no longer. In a separate tweet, Marcus Lehto had this to share on the announcement: “At V1, our priority has been to the wellbeing of our employees. We’ve been transparent with them about the state of things for months and are making this decision now so they still have ample time to search for new jobs while being supported by our studio.” It is yet another upsetting view to see as a firm with very much potential to kick off a franchise is no longer operating. Even with legacy teams that stand behind individuals that are responsible for namely series, this is certainly not the first of its kind. Back in May 2018, Bosskey Productions’ lead Cliff Bleszinski, responsible for Gears of War, shared his firm would be closing up after its sour performance. You can read the full report by heading here. Did you play Disintegration when the game shipped last year?
Some Of Xbox’s Headlining Announcements For 2021 Has Yet To Be Announced, Microsoft Presses
To many fans, they are already satisfied as to what Xbox Series X & Xbox Series S has to offer as a next-generation console. In that, the improved loading times, expansive catalogue of backwards compatibility-supported titles, and the ability to easily transition across the namely ecosystem deems worth being on Xbox. But, more leeway to purchase a console is the games only unique to that system. For Xbox, that is fairly broad already with games like Halo Infinite, State of Decay 2, Everwild, and Fable to name a few. But looking at the roadmap for 2021 is fairly blank. Enough so that impatient fans conjured an alleged Xbox Showcase that would take place in March – in which Microsoft later disclosed to not be true. But, there are plenty to be announced later this year as per Xbox Director of Product Management Jason Ronald who disclosed that some of the big games to look forward to for 2021 has yet to be announced. Speaking on the Lords of Iron Podcast that aired on Sunday, Roland said ” Not all games that are releasing this year have been announced.” He adds, “There are games I’m very excited for.” Aside from the statement, Roland does not elaborate further on what Microsoft or Xbox Game Studios has to offer entering later into the year. As for what could bring potential exclusive releases for Xbox, there is the plausible suggestion that Bethesda could source a new wave of additional games to the platform. Howbeit, there is a continued discussion issuing that perhaps Microsoft is pursuing Zenimax Media, Bethesda’s parent company, more in favor to secure an even stronger base for Xbox Game Pass. But, the firm has issued that titles will be reviewed “case-by-case” to determine when that will officially take place. But overall to emphasize more on its own platform. You can read the initial report by heading here. Are you excited for more big hitters coming to Xbox?
Microsoft Wants To Pursue Subscription-free Route For xCloud, Phil Spencer Reveals
To Microsoft, cloud streaming is to be handled alike its other entities in the video game market: another point of entry for players to access games within the Xbox ecosystem. Currently, there are three ways to do so through console, PC, or xCloud. With the first two already prominent in the industry, xCloud is more malleable for users to access outside of conventional means. And Microsoft is aware of the potential the platform can reach. In the past, Xbox lead Phil Spencer has referenced streaming for console and PC – referencing that demos can implement the feature without requiring to download the client. But even more, Spencer also signals to gaming without tangible hardware. In that, he did entertain to the idea of a streaming stick for xCloud which can be inserted directly into any television; similar to a Google Chromecast. Another trait that Google inhabits with its iteration of streaming entertainment is Stadia. The service since last April offers a free tier which welcomes users to purchase games and stream at standard 1080p, 30 frames per second. Similarly, Microsoft wants to follow that path in regards to its in-house xCloud platform. The mix of xCloud and Game Pass I think really creates a unique opportunity for us. Its an easy way for people to try gaming – to try high-end console gaming for the first time and that’s what we’re seeing more and more of and its very exciting seeing people […] more and more people we see on xCloud now who don’t own a console and don’t own a gaming PC and our long-term aspiration is to make xCloud a great way for new gamers to come into the ecosystem. Now, we want to give people the ability to buy. We’ve talked about that. We don’t want to make it just about the subscription because we know certain people want to be able to buy their games and still play them via the cloud. So they get that convenience feature of being connected to their library. There’s so much opportunity as we’re looking at new screens that we can bring xCloud to. It opens up massive device categories that we don’t even really think about today in terms of where these games can show up. Phil Spencer, Executive Vice President of Gaming Looking ahead for xCloud already, Microsoft is planning to work in support for the service through a web-based application which will apply to both PC as well as iOS. The two platforms are said to expect full-on integration by spring time within the coming weeks now. Elsewhere recently, Microsoft incidentally welcomed the first phase of what will later be xCloud on Xbox systems through its indoctrination of Microsoft Edge Chronium. In extension to that, it is also suggested that Stadia can also be accessed through this as well. You can read the full report by heading here. Do you use xCloud yet or now? xCloud is currently available for Android-enabled devices.
Universal’s Super Nintendo World Open In Japan On March 18, Orlando’s Park Delayed Until 2025
In current endeavors at Nintendo, the Japanese firm is currently thriving with the continued success that is the Nintendo Switch. But, the firm is most noted for decades of video games and other entertainment novelties that brushes across the globe. So, to push that threshold, Nintendo & Universal Pictures are collaborating to open a Super Nintendo World theme park starting in Japan. The amusement park was announced previously with a tour of the attractions hosted by Super Mario creator Shigero Miyamoto back in December. However, due to complications with COVID-19 still present across the globe, opening of the theme park was delayed until confident in its safety. Now, Japanese holding firm Oricon announce that the park is to open next week. Super Nintendo World in Japan will officially open its doors to the public on March 18, 2021. However, there is also an update on the status of the second scheduled amusement park from Nintendo & Universal. In that, the tourist attraction scheduled to open in Orlando, Florida is now told to open later in 2025. In a report from The Orlando Sentinel, Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings relayed to the local publication to have heard from Universal Studios plans to open the amusement park in “early 2025”. Recently, Universal Pictures also issued to continue construction on Universe Epic which has been delayed predating the recent news drop. Returning to projects planned for Nintendo, the company announces that there is plenty that is to be dealt towards the Nintendo Switch as the console meets the halfway mark of its lifecycle already, Nintendo CEO Shuntaro Furukawa explains. You can read the full report by heading here. So you plan on visiting either of the Super Nintendo Worlds when opening? Source: Oricon, The Orlando Sentinel
Take-Two Interactive CEO Tells GTA V To Face Standalone Release Similar To Red Dead Redemption II Dividing Story & Online
While Rockstar Games remain a fairly limited developer in terms of its releases this past console generation, the firm continued to benefit greatly from its continued success with Grand Theft Auto V as a live service. The team pursued the route of free periodic content funneled into the 2013 release and was met with exponential growth in its player base alongside ranking the top selling title for the 2010s according to NPD Group. Similarly, the developer aims to do the same for Red Dead Redemption II as well. But, the team this time around issues a new approach for users that want to jump right into the multiplayer: a standalone release. Yes, Red Dead Online is available separate from its single player component. Opening a new opportunity for direct influence on the market without the consumer required to purchase the entire suite. And already, the firm plans to offer a parallel experience with Grand Theft Auto V. Take-Two Interactive previously told GTA Online will be a standalone experience for free later in mid 2021 unique to PlayStation followed by other platforms. Now, the firm reiterates that the new approach is coming thanks to the title’s overarching presence on the market. “As you sell that many units, you will at some point arrive at the conclusion that you’ve saturated for purchasing the title,” Strauss Zelnick, Take-Two Interactive CEO tells during a conversation during the Morgan Stanley conference – transcribed by GameSpot. At that point you’re willing to experiment with the possibility that maybe there is another way to bring people into the online experience. Make it super-low friction, low price point. Sure, you don’t have access to the original single-player experience, but you do have access to an online world. Our view is perhaps that’s a different market and that’s a way to expand the player base. The statement from Zelnick happens to echo what is already at play for Red Dead Redemption II. Players can find a direct entrance point to the meat of the experience without having to bear the burden of purchasing the entire package. However, Zelnick fails to leave out when fans can expect this to be executed for Grand Theft Auto V later this year. Zelnick elsewhere during his time at the conference also comments on the coming remaster for Grand Theft Auto V. Applying both to the story & multiplayer, the new version for PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X|S is insisted to further push the boundaries for the latest consoles alike Grand Theft Auto V did previously when new to preceding systems. Even more, Zelnick goes on to comment on his support for pricing games at $70. In favor of titles released under Take-Two Interactive, Zelnick explains that titles are evaluated for the increased price tag and is only deemed if enough content is parallel to a larger price. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you planning to pick up a standalone version of GTA Online or now? Grand Theft Auto V is out now for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC; playable via backwards compatibility for PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X|S. Source: GameSpot
Take-Two Interactive Reaffirms Next-Gen Version For GTA V, References To Complement Capabilities Of Latest Consoles
Looking at Grand Theft Auto V, the game remains one of the most sold installments in the history of the industry. The 2013 title which arrived initially on PlayStation 3 & Xbox 360 ended the past decade as the #1 best selling game besting close to a dozen Call of Duty entries issued by Activision. The game entering the generation Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC was another milestone that fed its success and that does not stop there surely. Rockstar Games previously announced that Grand Theft Auto V is making way for both PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X|S later in 2021. So if you are still somehow not in the loop, you can experience the critically-acclaimed title on the latest console hardware. Cleverly, Take-Two Interactive, parent company of the series’ developer, pressed that GTA Online will be a free experience in the halfway mark of this year. What is still an enigma of the coming port for the newest consoles is how this version will differentiate to its predecessors. One claim tells that Rockstar Games will incorporate the same RAGE Engine version used in Red Dead Redemption II which does excite many returning fans. But, that statement has yet to be verified as of reporting. But while we wait, Take-Two Interactive does comment that Grand Theft Auto V is to deliver a new ground-breaking iteration on the 2013 title when it arrives to the new fleet of consoles later this year. The following statement was transcribed from The Sun which comes from a recent conversation at the Morgan Stanley conference. We’ve done differently than the competition – we don’t just port titles over, we actually take the time to do the very best job we can making the title different for the new release, for the new technology that we’re launching it on. So, we improve the technology, we upgrade the visuals, and we make performance enhancements. And that’s why I think our remastered titles typically do so well. We’ve done great with the Mafia series, for example, and Grand Theft Auto [V] is now heading into its third generation which is incredible. It was a standard-bearer when it was launched, it continued to be the standard-bearer in the second generation, we’ll see how Grand Theft Auto does in the next generation. Strauss Zelnick, Take-Two Interactive CEO If the comment from Zelnick is to hold some foundation, it does appear to be in favor of the rumor in regards to the entirely new updated engine for Grand Theft Auto V. Zelnick reinforces his statement by telling,” Obviously, I’m confident that Rockstar is going to deliver just a great experience, but you can’t do that if you’re just doing a simple port.” Elsewhere during his time speaking at the Morgan Stanley conference, Zelnick does also comment that on games expecting a $70 price tag. Previously supporting the increased pricing in the past, Zelnick further elaborates on his idea for why games, at least from Take-Two Interactive, are in favor for more than the traditional $60. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you welcoming to the new changes for Grand Theft Auto V? Grand Theft Auto V is out now for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC; playable via backwards compatibility for PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X|S. Source: The Sun
