Ryan Blanchard

‘TERA’ Halloween Trailer Shows Off Sinister Enemies

In the newest trailer for the upcoming MMO ‘TERA,’ developer Bluehole Studio shows off its Halloween spirit and gives us a look at the game’s darker side.

by Ryan Blanchard | Oct 28, 2011 | 1 Comment
Blizzard To Introduce PvE Scenarios In World Of Warcraft: ‘Mists Of Pandaria’

In their attempt to open up even more options for players while leveling up in ‘World Of Warcraft’, Blizzard is implementing PvE scenarios which expand on the existing group quests.

by Ryan Blanchard | Oct 23, 2011 | 1 Comment
World Of Warcraft: ‘Mists Of Pandaria’ To Implement A Pet Battle System

Following the announcement of the forthcoming World Of Warcraft expansion ‘Mists Of Pandaria’, Blizzard revealed some details regarding the new Pokemon-style pet battle system.

by Ryan Blanchard | Oct 22, 2011 | 3 Comments
‘World Of Warcraft’ Annual Pass Unveiled

With so many new reasons to jump back into the ‘World Of Warcraft’, Blizzard has unveiled a promotion that hopes to get gamers back into Azeroth while also providing some added incentives.

by Ryan Blanchard | Oct 22, 2011 | 7 Comments
World Of Warcraft: ‘Mists Of Pandaria’ Pandaren And Monk Details

Following the announcement of the new World Of Warcraft expansion ‘Mists Of Pandaria’, Blizzard went into detail explaining the mechanics of the new Pandaren race and the Monk class. Read on to learn more!

by Ryan Blanchard | Oct 21, 2011 | 6 Comments
SteelSeries Siberia V2 Headset Review

With the fall gaming season coming into full-swing, Game Rant takes a look at the SteelSeries Siberia V2 headset. Read on for our thoughts.

by Ryan Blanchard | Oct 18, 2011 | 1 Comment
‘Syndicate’ Reboot Receives A Release Date

After months of speculation, ‘Syndicate’, the FPS reboot of the classic tactical game series has received a firm release date, and it may be sooner than you’d expected.

by Ryan Blanchard | Sep 28, 2011 | 1 Comment
‘Diablo 3′ Beta Preview Impressions

With such high expectations surrounding its release, does the ‘Diablo 3′ beta confirm gamers’ excitement or dash their hopes? Read our preview impressions.

by Ryan Blanchard | Sep 26, 2011 | 5 Comments
‘Call Of Duty: Black Ops’ Rezurrection Map Pack Gets A Live Action Trailer

While other trailers have focused on showing off the gameplay of the Rezurrection map pack for ‘Call Of Duty: Black Ops,’ the newest trailer brings forth a live action short to accompany the gameplay.

by Ryan Blanchard | Sep 20, 2011 | 3 Comments
‘BioShock: Infinite’ Trailer Showcases Fast-Paced Gameplay & Massive Enemies

The ‘Bioshock: Infinite’ trailer unveiled at Tokyo Game Show manages to break the language barrier as it shows off the emotion present in the upcoming game while also showing off more of its fast-paced, intense gameplay.

by Ryan Blanchard | Sep 19, 2011 | 4 Comments
‘Gears of War 3′ Gameplay Video Shows First 45 Minutes

With the release of ‘Gears of War 3′ just around the corner, feast your eyes on a video showing what kind of forces we’ll be up against in the game’s opening.

by Ryan Blanchard | Sep 15, 2011 | No Comments
New ‘Awesomenauts’ Character Showcase & Gameplay Video

In the newest videos for Ronimo Games’ upcoming title ‘Awesomenauts’, players not only get a look at a new character, but also get an in-depth look at the title’s frantic gameplay.

by Ryan Blanchard | Sep 14, 2011 | 2 Comments
‘PixelJunk SideScroller’ Trailer Is Filled With Neon, Retro Goodness

The latest trailer for Q-Games’ upcoming title ‘PixelJunk SideScroller’, shows off some of the game’s massive bosses along with it’s neon retro aesthetic.

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 26, 2011 | No Comments
‘Borderlands 2′ Footage Leaked Through The Use Of Hidden Camera

While it’s standard fare for game footage to be prematurely leaked to the public, some intrepid gamers have taken the process one step further by capturing footage of ‘Borderlands 2′ using a bag-cam.

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 25, 2011 | 6 Comments
New ‘Dishonored’ Screenshots Show Off Intriguing Blend Of High-Society & Dystopia

The newest screenshots for Arkane Studios’ recently announced title ‘Dishonored’ give gamers a better look at the game’s interesting world and characters as well as give an idea of what the gameplay may hold.

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 24, 2011 | 1 Comment
New ‘Awesomenauts’ Trailer Brings ’80s Cartoon Action

In the newest trailer for Ronimo Games’ upcoming title ‘Awesomenauts’, gamers are brought back to the golden age of 80′s cartoons while getting a look at the title’s colorful characters.

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 23, 2011 | No Comments
‘Battlefield 3′ On PC Will Not Use In-Game Server Browsers, Consoles Will

In a move that is sure to anger a few more PC gamers, ‘Battlefield 3′ on the PC will not include an in-game server browser.

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 19, 2011 | 32 Comments
Cross-Game Chat Never Coming To PS3

After years of gamers begging for the implementation of cross-game chat on the PS3, Sony has officially spoken out about why the feature will never see the light of day.

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 19, 2011 | 44 Comments
Gamescom 2011: ‘Need For Speed: The Run’ Trailer Gets Buried Alive

In the newest trailer for ‘Need For Speed: The Run’, gamers get a look at the adrenaline-filled, cinematic action of outrunning an avalanche.

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 17, 2011 | 5 Comments
‘Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary’ Shows Off The New Beaver Creek

In the latest trailer for ‘Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary’, gamers get a look at one of the series’ most beloved locales in all its HD glory. Ready to return to Beaver Creek?

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 16, 2011 | 9 Comments
‘Battlefield 3′ May Only Allow Players To Have One Soldier

In a move that will surely be met with player resistance, Electronic Arts may be limiting ‘Battlefield 3′ players to a single soldier per Origin account.

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 14, 2011 | 13 Comments
‘TERA’ To Launch In Spring 2012

The release window for Bluehole Studio’s forthcoming ‘True Action Combat’ MMO ‘TERA’ has finally been announced for spring of 2012.

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 5, 2011 | 2 Comments
Blizzard: ‘World of Warcraft’ Subscriptions Decline; Confirms New Expansion

While ‘World of Warcraft’ has forged a reputation as an MMO juggernaut – subscriptions are beginning to decline. Will a new WoW expansion galvanize interest?

by Ryan Blanchard | Aug 4, 2011 | 18 Comments
EA Believes 3D In Gaming Has ‘Very Poor Returns’

Despite the recent trend of 3D technology being incorporated into gaming, EA believes that it is just a trend – and is not of high priority to them.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 30, 2011 | 11 Comments
Crytek Working On A New First-Person Shooter IP

Crytek Studios, famous for graphically pushing the envelope with gorgeous titles like ‘Crysis’ seems to be working on a new FPS IP for the PC, Xbox 360 and PS3.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 30, 2011 | 2 Comments
New ‘Awesomenauts’ Spotlight Trailer Showcases Sheriff Lonestar

In a new ‘Awesomenauts’ spotlight trailer, players are introduced to Sheriff Lonestar who’s ready to kick butt and chew tobacco.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 28, 2011 | No Comments
‘From Dust’ Review

‘From Dust’ is a unique and intriguing puzzle title but is the gameplay engaging enough to warrant a purchase? Read our review to find out.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 27, 2011 | 6 Comments
DICE Discusses The Compromises That Went Into Bringing ‘Battlefield 3′ To Consoles

While ‘Battlefield 3′ will be at its strongest on the PC, DICE is doing everything they can to ensure that the console experience will be as close as possible to that of the PC.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 26, 2011 | 12 Comments
PlayStation Vita Will Be Playable At Tokyo Game Show, Launch Details

With many details pertaining to the PlayStation Vita still being kept under wraps, launch details have been promised at this year’s Tokyo Game Show.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 25, 2011 | 1 Comment
Epic Games Admits They Have Neglected The ‘Unreal’ Series

While Epic Games built their strong reputation as a developer of PC games, they admit that in recent years they have neglected one of their most popular series’, the ‘Unreal’ series.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 25, 2011 | 3 Comments
‘Runespell: Overture’ Review

While poker and RPG elements may seem like an unlikely pair, can recent indie title ‘Runespell: Overture’ successfully execute this odd marriage of game concepts? Read our review to find out.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 22, 2011 | 2 Comments
Newest ‘Saints Row: The Third’ Trailer Features Johnny Gat

The newest trailer for ‘Saints Row: The Third’ showcases the over-the-top style that has become synonymous with the series, as Johnny Gat robs a bank disguised as himself.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 22, 2011 | 6 Comments
‘The Darkness 2′ Release Date Pushed Back Into 2012

Despite being slated for an October release, ‘The Darkness 2′ has been pushed back into February of next year.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 19, 2011 | 3 Comments
‘Bastion’ Is Coming To PC, No Plans For PS3

The Xbox Live Summer Of Arcade title ‘Bastion’ will eventually be making its way onto the PC, but as of yet there are no plans for a PS3 release.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 19, 2011 | 2 Comments
AMD Believes Xbox 720 Graphics Will Be On Par With ‘Avatar’

AMD, a company known for their high-end PC GPUs, state that the Xbox 720 will be capable of graphics that are as impressive as those seen in ‘Avatar.’

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 18, 2011 | 26 Comments
Silicon Knights Working to ‘Develop The Next Generation of Gaming Systems’

After receiving funding from the Ontario government, developer Silicon Knights is hard at work on a new 3D game engine – designed for the next generation consoles.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 16, 2011 | 11 Comments
‘Minecraft’ Adventure Update Will Be Playable At PAX

According to a recent tweet from Notch, the upcoming adventure update for ‘Minecraft’ will be playable at the booth at PAX. What one gameplay addition do you want the most?

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 12, 2011 | 2 Comments
Future ‘EVE Online’ Micro-Transactions To Appeal More Consumers

While the high prices of micro-transactions exhibited on the ‘EVE Online’ Nobel Exchange have been a talking-point for players, CCP Games plans to expand these existing prices in both directions.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 12, 2011 | No Comments
‘Mass Effect 3′ PC Deluxe Edition Will be Exclusive to Origin Service

As the competition between digital distribution services heats up, EA has announced that the ‘Mass Effect 3′ Deluxe Edition will only be available as an Origin exclusive.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 9, 2011 | 6 Comments
New Harmonix Game Called ‘Vidrhythm’ Could Be On Its Way

In the absence of a ‘Rock Band’ release in 2011, Harmonix is working on a new and secretive video game named ‘Vidrhythm.’

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 7, 2011 | No Comments
First ‘Awesomenauts’ Spotlight Trailer Showcases Froggy G

In the first ‘Awesomenauts’ trailer spotlight, gamers get a better look at Froggy G – the resident pimp in the game’s cast of colorful characters.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 6, 2011 | 2 Comments
‘EVE Online’ Engulfed in Micro-Transaction Controversy

After the leak of an internal document from within CCP Games, the ‘EVE Online’ community protests the implementation of micro-transactions and lack of communication.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 5, 2011 | 6 Comments
New Mod For ‘Team Fortress 2′ Blocks Free-To-Play Users

In a move that has many gamers up in arms, a community mod for ‘Team Fortress 2′ allows servers using it to block gamers from joining who didn’t pay for the game.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 3, 2011 | 30 Comments
No Other Xbox HD Remakes; ‘Halo: CE Anniversary’ a ‘Specific Event’

Despite the recent trend of remaking older games in HD, 343 Industries wants to make it clear that the release of ‘Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary’ does not mean that there will be other classic Xbox remakes.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jul 1, 2011 | 22 Comments
Blizzard’s ‘Titan’ To Be A ‘Casual MMO’

According to one industry analyst, Blizzard’s newest MMO project ‘Titan’ won’t be an even more hardcore game than usual, but a ‘casual MMO’ instead.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 30, 2011 | 7 Comments
New ‘Minecraft’ Trailer Shows Off The Versatility Of Pistons In 1.7

In the newest trailer for ‘Minecraft,’ players are given a look at the many uses of pistons in the just released 1.7 update.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 30, 2011 | 1 Comment
‘Call Of Duty: Black Ops’ Becomes UK’s Best-Selling Game Ever

Just over half a year after its release, ‘Call Of Duty: Black Ops’ has taken the crown of best-selling game of all time in the UK.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 28, 2011 | 3 Comments
‘inFamous 2′ Available Now For Download On PSN

The recently released ‘inFamous 2′ has officially joined the ranks of downloadable titles on PSN, accompanying its predecessor.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 24, 2011 | 2 Comments
New ‘TERA’ Trailer Highlights E3 Demo, Political System & Action

A new trailer for the upcoming MMO ‘TERA’ showcases the game’s political system as well as action previously only seen behind closed doors at E3.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 23, 2011 | 1 Comment
‘Shadows Of The Damned’ Launch Trailer Is Beyond Over-The-Top

Coming from the minds of Suda 51 ad Shinji Mikami, ‘Shadows Of The Damned’ is over-the-top, excessive, and proud of it. Check out the launch trailer.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 23, 2011 | 1 Comment
‘Magicka’s’ Free PvP Mode Gets A New Trailer

For gamers who are tired of their friends killing them in ‘Magicka’s’ co-op mode, the free PvP update available now should be just what the doctor ordered.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 21, 2011 | No Comments
‘Grand Theft Auto 5′ Development Is ‘Well Underway’

A source close to Rockstar Games has gone on the record, divulging information regarding the current development progress of ‘Grand Theft Auto 5′.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 20, 2011 | 40 Comments
‘Max Payne 3′ Coming In December?

Following a series of delays, recent online retailers have begun listing the release date for ‘Max Payne 3′ as arriving just in time for the holiday season.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 20, 2011 | 2 Comments
E3 2011: ‘TERA’ Hands-On Impressions & Trailer

Following an explanation of the political system in ‘TERA’, the developers at En Masse Entertainment provide us with a hands-on look at the game’s action-centric gameplay.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 15, 2011 | No Comments
E3 2011: ‘Awesomenauts’ Hands-On Demo Impressions

Ronimo Games’ Jasper Koning was on hand at E3 to show off just how awesome their new game ‘Awesomenauts’ really is – read our hands-on impressions for the full details.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 15, 2011 | 1 Comment
E3 2011: ‘Skulls Of The Shogun’ Hands-On Impressions

Haunted Temple Studios was on hand at the IndieCade booth at E3 to show off their impressive new turn-based tactics game ‘Skulls Of The Shogun.’

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 13, 2011 | No Comments
E3 2011: ‘TERA’ Preview – Politics and Power

En Masse Entertainment took Game Rant behind closed doors at E3 2011 to explain the political system that they will be implementing in their upcoming MMO ‘TERA.’

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 13, 2011 | No Comments
E3 2011: ‘Bastion’ Hands-On Impressions

After getting a hands-on with ‘Bastion’ at E3 2011, it’s no surprise that the game’s beautiful presentation and polish allowed it to stand out from the crowd. Check out our impressions of the upcoming XBLA title.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 12, 2011 | 1 Comment
E3 2011: ‘Magicka’ PvP Hands-On Impressions

Arrowhead Game Studios producer Robin Cederholm took the time to run through the upcoming PvP mode of ‘Magicka’ in all its frantic goodness.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 11, 2011 | No Comments
E3 2011: ‘Anarchy Reigns’ Single Player Preview

During a demo of ‘Anarchy Reigns,’ the developers at Platinum Games provided some insight into the game’s mysterious single player campaign.

by Ryan Blanchard | Jun 9, 2011 | No Comments

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