Dark Horse Comics Establishes Video Game Division Dark Horse Games

In the current age if video games, the medium continues to influence so much it bleeds into other entertainment alternatives. Primarily, many glance over to film or television for the next break for video games to branch over to as releases like Sonic the Hedgehog & the more recent Mortal Kombat echoes across the internet. But, print is still thriving as well with the medium. Of course, franchises like Halo diversifies its storyline and lore with complete books & graphic novels that outnumber the amount of games playable since its inception. Comic lines are also a primary source for fans to continue their support for their beloved franchises. Most recently, Dark Horse Comics in partnership with Respawn Entertainment is creating a four-piece series set in the Apex Legends universe as issue one released this week. However, now Dark Horse Comics is looking to advance into games as well. In a new announcement on Wednesday, the firm unveiled the founding for Dark Horse Games. We’ve spent the past thirty-five years developing a long list of original, fan-favorite IP with many of the best partners in digital entertainment. Now is the perfect time to expand our vision into gaming. Dark Horse Games gives us exciting new ways to engage with fans of all kinds on a multitude of platforms. Mike Richardson, Dark Horse Comics Founder & President This is not the first instance a comic book manufacturer entered the video game industry. Already, entities like Marvel Games is a prime example. The most notable, however, is Skybound Games: after the fallout of Telltale Games, the firm reorganized majority of the developer’s staff to continue the remnants for The Walking Dead: The Final Season at the time. Additionally, Dark Horse Comics is also orchestrating a new line for Ubisoft’s Far Cry. Scheduled to ship issue one back in May, the project is to feature all the antagonist of all modern Far Cry games leading to the upcoming Far Cry 6. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you excited for what could come from Dark Horse Games? Source: Dark Horse Comics

Deep Silver Confirms Dead Island 2, Saints Row, Metro, And TimeSplitters Won’t Be At Summer Game Fest/E3 2021

Recently, THQ Nordic subsidiary Koch Media announced to be collaborating with Summer Game Fest to present a new announcement from the publishing conglomerate. However, the only tease to the reveal is a link for weknowsomethingyoudontknow.com that redirects you to a webpage that runs a Twitch stream that is expected to make the announcement later this month. However, it was anticipated that Koch Media would use this window to showcase a new title from Deep Silver’s growing repertoire. Among the bevy, namely franchise many are eager to see return includes Saints Row, Metro, Dead Island, and TimeSpiltters: all that Rectify Gaming even entertained to potentially be featured in the coming days. But, publisher Deep Silver went to acknowledge the heat from the flame and on Twitter extinguished any stoking before it grew out of proportion. While upsetting, it sure is not the first instance that respected firms denounced any hype surrounding a game prior to an event going live. Back in 2019 following the initial report of the next Saints Row game entering development, game studio Volition announced it will not be present at that year’s Gamescom with the aforementioned title. But, that does not completely wipe away all of our speculation. While 4A Games’ Metro is told to be absent, the developer could still be present. While the multiplayer project is said to be in works with Saber Interactive to work on the title, 4A Games also disclosed ambitions to make a new IP altogether. You can read the full report by heading here. What do you think could be revealed by Koch Media if not Saints Row, Metro, Dead Island, and TimeSpiltters?

Borderlands Movie Star Jamie Lee Curtis Continues Sharing Images Teasing The Upcoming Film

Going the length to understand the current progress on the upcoming Borderlands motion picture, it is certain that majority of the casting has already been decided. Most recently, it was revealed that Star Wars Battlefront II star Janina Gavankar will be playing Commander Knoxx in the film. And with filming to commence in Budapest earlier this spring, it is anticipated more images are to arrive anytime now – or possibly even a trailer. But since the reporting, little on the production has been shared as of writing. However, star Jamie Lee Curtis kicked off the first reveal on Twitter this week. In that, she shared the first glimpse of Cate Blanchette playing Lilith while in costume. Additionally, Curtis also spared a full cast image which includes Ariana Greenblatt as Tiny Tina, Jamie Lee Curtis as Dr. Tannis, And Florian Munteanu as Kreig, and Kevin Hart’s portrayal of Roland alongside the Claptrap voice by Jack Black in the image. You can view the two photos in the images below: Elsewhere on the Borderlands movie official Twitter account, the profile also shared individual images for each character: Lilith, Roland, Dr. Tannis, Tiny Tina, Krieg, and Claptrap with respected descriptions. More information on the production was revealed in terms of the plot for the film when Edgar Ramirez was casted as Deukalian Atlas earlier on. Now with stills of some of the characters that will be present in the full theatrical release, it signifies that we are ever so close to witnessing some footage of the production. However, it is undetermined when that will be. But for fans of Eli Roth, you should already understand where the motion picture will lead. You can read the initial report by heading here. Are you excited for the upcoming Borderlands movie?

Report: XCOM-style Marvel Game & Borderlands Spin-Off Underway By 2K, Says Industry Insider

Amid the rising anticipation for this coming Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) since its absence last year in 2020, fans are growing ecstatic as to what new announcements are underway. And while there is a greater understanding in terms of which publishers & companies are presenting what respectively, there is still heavy speculation alongside scattered rumors that tell other games are also in the pipeline to be announced. In one list of leaks from Reddit user u/swine_flu_greg, there appears to be an eye-opening amount of games underway from publisher 2K. However, some appears to contradict previous denouncements. One being the alleged Borderlands spin-off: previously, Gearbox Software CEO Randy Pitchford told the rumor to be inaccurate as the team is not working on the game nor plans to outsource the aforementioned project to a separate studio. However, Bloomberg Tech’s Jason Schreier goes on to indicate that the list is true – including the segment regarding the supposed Borderlands title. While Schreier does confirm the list to be genuine and legitimate, he does go to disclose that not all mentions will be present at E3. Furthermore, he does also spare his excitement for the alleged Marvel XCOM title that is in development by Firaxis whilst implying the announcement to take place this month. The list also goes on to offer a overview for a new possibly from Hanger 13 title, which reads as such: “New action game, seems to be in really early development. Logo looks similar to the Fallout-Logo. No final name yet. Source described it as ‘Cthulhu meets Saints Row’. Game looked pretty unfinished in the trailer. Sadly, my source didn’t know which studio is developing this title. I think it could be Hangar13, as they had a leaked contract last year that stated that they are working on a ‘open-world sci-fi title with supernatural elements’.” Schreier while confident in the list does not show certainty for the cover athlete for NBA 2K22. But, he does cite that “I should add that I have no idea who’s on NBA 2k22’s cover, but it’s probably safe to assume that part is correct since the rest is.” Recently, Schreier also discloses plans for an upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy game is likely to be revealed by Square Enix at E3. On Thursday, the Electronic Software Association (ESA) revealed the full schedule for this year’s E3. As to when 2K is to present, you can expect the firm to take stage on June 14 with its parent company, Take-Two Interactive, scheduled for the date. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you excited for the coming titles mentioned in the Reddit post? Source: Reddit

Need For Speed: Hot Pursuit Arrives To EA Play/Xbox Game Pass Ultimate On June 24

This past March, EA Play reached its arm to branch over to Xbox Game Pass on PC. While the service officially arrived to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate on console predating back to November last fall, the free perk officially shipped to the PC version of the monthly subscription service just this past month. That includes the EA Play List that comes to offer a vault of EA-published releases as well. In May alone, Electronic Arts welcomed FIFA 21 to EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate/Xbox Game Pass for PC by extension. However, that does not simply end there believe it or not. But, the publisher later went on to share that Knockout City developed by Velan Studios is also to debut at launch for EA Play as well. Now in a new announcement on Thursday, Electronic Arts unveils that Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered is planned to arrive to the service as well at the end of the month, June 28. Of course, the agreement with Xbox Game Pass is to also administer the remastered title to console & PC subscribers of the program. Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered is a legacy re-release from developer Criterion Games. Originally shipped back in November 2020, the game is a sits as a pseudo-baseline test for the developer now helming its next project. Previously, Criterion Games was confirmed to be helming the next mainline entry as Ghost Games is renamed a support developer. Elsewhere recently, Electronic Arts presses that a handful of classic Need for Speed titles will be delisted this year. That list includes Need for Speed Carbon, Need for Speed Undercover, Need for Speed Shift, Need for Speed Shift 2: Unleashed and Need for Speed The Run. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you planning to try Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered when it hits EA Play? Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered is out now for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC; Nintendo Switch; playable via backwards compatibility for Xbox Series X|S & PlayStation 5. Source: EA Play

Electronic Arts To Delist A Handful Of Legacy Need For Speed Titles This Year

As many are familiar, the Need for Speed series published by Electronic Arts spans across a platitude of systems for more than two decades now. Especially with the release of Need for Speed Heat in 2019, the series now lives beyond a quarter of a century old now. But, while the franchise continues to earn its stripes, the previous titles of before are inevitable to be lost in time after being online for so long. Specifically, five Need for Speed titles in total are being delisted from respected digital store and any online capabilities will be severed following the decision: Need for Speed Carbon, Need for Speed Undercover, Need for Speed Shift, Need for Speed Shift 2: Unleashed and Need for Speed The Run. On May 31, the option to access in-game stores were already closed alongside access to purchase aforementioned titles. This is in preparation for the retirement of the online services for these titles which will happen on August 31st 2021. Until that date, you will be able to play and race your friends (and rivals) online. From September 1st 2021 onwards, you can still play the games and use the respective offline features of these titles. Decisions to retire games are never made easy, but we are now shifting gears to focus on the future of Need for Speed. The development teams and operational staff have put a lot of time and passion into the development, creation, release and upkeep of the game over the years, and we love to see you play.  But the number of players has come to a point where it’s no longer feasible to continue the work behind the scenes required to keep Need for Speed Carbon, Need for Speed Undercover, Need for Speed Shift, Need for Speed Shift 2: Unleashed and Need for Speed The Run up and running. We hope you have gotten many victories, satisfying drifts, moments of friendly rivalry, and hours of joy over the last few years out of these games. Of course, Criterion Games and the greater Electronic Arts is still ambitious to continue offering new releases as time unravels. Currently, the developer is occupied with assisting development for this year’s Battlefield release. However, publisher CEO Andrew Wilson discloses the firm’s dedication to the franchise still remains intact. “Need for Speed will absolutely be a meaningful part of our future.” Previously, we witnessed a similar fate apply to Ubisoft legacy titles as well. In that, games such as Rainbow Six Vegas, Splinter Cell: Conviction, and Ghost Recon Future Soldier are just a few that faced the same outcome as well. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you upset by the recent announcement? Source: r/needforspeed

Shin Migami Tensei V Leak Discloses November Release Date & New Gameplay Details

Concerning the lengths that developer Atlus is reaching with its new projects, it should be acknowledged that the Japanese game studio this year alone plans to ship two Shin Migami Tensei titles. One, of course, is a classic remaster of a beloved entry – Shin Migami Tensei III Nocture Remastered HD. The title released for Nintendo Switch & PlayStation 4 in May last month. Previously, Sega disclosed that the game is also tweaking plenty of its assets at the time to meet the standard of the current video game market. That includes the ‘Featuring Dante from Devil May Cry’ sticker that has been reworked for full high definition image. Additionally, Atlus is also preparing the release of the series’ next mainline installment, Shin Migami Tensei V. Scheduled to release sometime in 2021, it is anticipated the fifth entry is to arrive in the latter half of this year if the remaster arrives in spring. According to a leak from Atlus, the official Japanese website for the game was updated revealing a Thursday release date this coming November. Persona Central went to translate the information which you can read below: Story / Character The main character, a high school student living an ordinary life, wanders into another world called “Da’ath.” The hero fuses with a mysterious man and becomes a “Naobino,” a forbidden being, throwing himself into a battle between gods and demons. Da’ath In the mysterious world “Da’ath,” where desert is found all over, various gods and demons are scattered about, including demons as large as mountains and giant birds flying in the sky. Demons As you explore Da’ath, you’ll face over 200 demons. In addition to familiar demons, several demons newly drawn by Masayuki Doi, the character designer of this title, will also appear. System Da’ath, an untamed land, is under attack by powerful demons. The protagonist clears his way through to pursue the truth. Make use of various means to advance, such as growing the power of Naobino and sometimes utilizing the power of the demons themselves. The end of the game can diverge in many ways. What is the future you will choose? The details from the leaked update also include information on the Limited Edition for Shin Migami Tensei V. But clarifies that it might hold an exclusive release only in Japan. “As this was only listed on the Japanese website, for now, there is no guarantee that this limited edition will be released outside of Japan. “The first limited edition of Shin Megami Tensei V. This box condenses the game’s charm, packed with plenty of demons and music that embody Shin Megami Tensei V. It also includes an item resembling the hero Naobino, considered a “forbidden being” in the game.” In a recent interview with Famitsu, Sega reveals its pursuit to chase global releases from Atlus after the success of RGG Studio’s Yakuza: Like a Dragon. You can read the full report by heading here. Are you hoping to get your hands on Shin Megami Tensei V this fall? Shin Megami Tensei V is said to release on November 11, 2021 for Nintendo Switch. Source: Persona Central