Wii U Tablet to Feature Skylanders-Like Near Field Communication Tech

The Wii U’s tablet controller will support a technology similar to that of the recent ‘Skylanders: Spyro’s Adventure’ game. Cue the NFC ‘Pokemon’ merchandise.

by Riley Little | Jan 27, 20121 Comment

‘The Witcher 2′ Pre-Order Bonuses Unveiled

CD Projekt RED has released details as to the contents of the Enhanced and Dark Versions of their acclaimed action RPG, ‘The Witcher 2: Assassins of Kings.’ Look inside to see what to expect.

by Trung Bui | Jan 27, 2012No Comments

First Run of ‘Resident Evil: Revelations’ Box Art Ships With Typo

Oops! Capcom has confirmed that the initial production run of ‘Resident Evil: Revelations’ will ship with a typo on its box art.

by Anthony Taormina | Jan 27, 20122 Comments

‘DiRT Showdown’ Crashes and Burns in New Trailer and Screenshots

Codemasters is back with its most accessible, destructive racer yet: ‘DiRT Showdown.’ Get a taste of the action in a brand new gameplay trailer and batch of screenshots.

by Jeff Schille | Jan 27, 20123 Comments

Two ‘Final Fantasy 13-2′ Gameplay Trailers; Lightning DLC Rumor

The ‘Final Fantasy 13-2′ barrage of content continues with two new trailers focused on gameplay variety, and a rumor that suggests Lightning will star in her own DLC side story.

by Anthony Taormina | Jan 27, 2012No Comments

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Rumor Patrol: ‘Assassin’s Creed 3′ Set During American Revolution

According to new reports, the war of words and politics waged during the American Revolution will provide the backdrop for the upcoming ‘Assassin’s Creed 3.’

by Andrew Dyce | Jan 27, 201210 Comments

‘Kingdoms of Amalur’ Stashes Quests Behind Online Pass; Developer Criticizes ‘Elder Scrolls’ Games

On February 7, ‘Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning’ will reckon you’d better remember your online pass. Meanwhile, the game’s developers go after the ‘The Elder Scrolls’ franchise to prop up their game.

by Brian Sipple | Jan 27, 20125 Comments

Crafting The Perfect Weapon in Ghost Recon: Future Soldier

Game Rant goes hands-on with Ghost Recon: Future Soldier’s Gunsmith system, where players can toy with over 20 million weapon builds for unprecedented and unrestricted weapon customization.

by Rob Keyes | Jan 27, 20124 Comments

Raven Software Hiring Mo-Cap Actors; Is ‘Singularity 2′ On The Way?

Raven Software is hiring voice over and motion capture actors. While no details on the project have been given, it’s possible that a sequel to ‘Singularity’ may be in development.

by Anthony Mole | Jan 27, 20122 Comments

Infinity Ward Working On Fix For ‘MW3′ DLC Account Restrictions

Bummed out that the ‘Modern Warfare 3′ DLC you purchased is locked to one profile? Not to worry, Infinity Ward is working on a fix for the issue.

by Anthony Mole | Jan 27, 2012No Comments

‘Mass Effect 3: Special Forces’ Multiplayer Trailer Should Put Fears to Rest

BioWare has unveiled the first official ‘Mass Effect 3′ multiplayer trailer, ‘Special Forces,’ teasing the classes and abilities that players will get to utilize in the title’s co-op missions.

by Ben Kendrick | Jan 27, 20125 Comments

Insomniac & Sony Have ‘Working Relationship’; New Developers Could Take On ‘Resistance’

Insomniac Games is done with the ‘Resistance’ franchise but, according to company president Ted Price, the series will live on in the capable hands of other Sony developers.

by Anthony Mole | Jan 27, 2012No Comments

‘Quarrel’ Review

‘Quarrel’ is a mix between ‘Scrabble’ and ‘Risk’ – a deeper version of word-games that could appeal to alphabet-philes. Can the game compete in the packed word-game market? Read our review.

by Trung Bui | Jan 27, 2012No Comments

Rumor Patrol: Nintendo Considering ‘Wii U’ Name Change

After Nintendo had a difficult time explaining how the 3DS was a step beyond its predecessor, Nintendo is rethinking the ‘Wii U’ title to avoid the same problems.

by Andrew Dyce | Jan 26, 201236 Comments