Anthony Taormina

‘Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 – Vengeance’ DLC Map Pack Trailer and Details

Activision and Treyarch have revealed the third map pack for ‘Black Ops 2′ titled Vengeance, which features four new multiplayer maps, a new Zombies map, and the return of a fan-favorite weapon.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 18, 2013 | No Comments
Sony: PS4 Won’t Require PS Plus for Auto-Updates, Movie & TV Services

Sony has revealed that, unlike with the PS3, automatic updates for the PS4 will not require a PlayStation Plus subscription. TV and movie services will also remain free as well.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 18, 2013 | 22 Comments
‘Surgeon Simulator 2013′ Getting Oculus Rift and Razer Hydra Support

As if it wasn’t hilariously difficult already, Bossa Studios has announced Oculus Rift and Razer Hydra support are coming to ‘Surgeon Simulator 2013′.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 18, 2013 | 2 Comments
Microsoft and Sony Confirm First Party Titles Will Stay $60 on PS4 and Xbox One

Both Sony and Microsoft have confirmed PS4 and Xbox One games will retail for $60, while third party publishers like Activision and Ubisoft have yet to confirm price points.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 17, 2013 | 12 Comments
‘Shadow Warrior’ Hands-On Preview: Updating a Cult Classic

Flying Wild Hogs is bringing ‘Shadow Warrior’ hero Lo Wang into the modern world by keeping the focus on varied gameplay and irreverent humor. Read our E3 2013 preview to find out more.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 17, 2013 | 1 Comment
‘Project Spark’ Preview: Xbox One’s Advanced Game Creation Toolset

‘Project Spark’ includes a set of game creation tools for a new generation – read our E3 2013 preview to find out just how complex this Xbox One exclusive is.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 16, 2013 | 5 Comments
PS4 Free-To-Play Games Will Not Require PlayStation Plus

Our trip to SOE’s E3 2013 booth revealed that PS4 free-to-play titles like ‘DC Universe Online’ and ‘PlanetSide 2′ will not require a PlayStation Plus account for online play.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 15, 2013 | 11 Comments
Microsoft: Banned Players Lose Access to Purchased Xbox One Games [UPDATED]

If Microsoft bans a player for one reason or another they will lose access to any game licenses associated with their Xbox One account.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 15, 2013 | 91 Comments
‘Murdered: Soul Suspect’ Eyes-On Preview & Trailer

At E3 2013, Airtight Games (‘Dark Void’, ‘Quantum Conundrum’) showed us their latest game ‘Murdered: Soul Suspect,’ a unique game where players must solve their own murder.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 15, 2013 | 1 Comment
‘FIFA 14′ Hands-On Preview

Game Rant went hands-on with ‘FIFA 14′ at E3 2013, but it wasn’t the next-gen version we’ve been hearing so much about. Even so, read our preview to find out what’s different this year.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 13, 2013 | 1 Comment
‘Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare’ Preview

PopCap Games is taking the ‘Plants vs. Zombies’ concept and bringing it to the third person action genre with ‘Garden Warfare.’ Read our E3 2013 preview and watch the first trailer to find out how the game works.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 13, 2013 | 1 Comment
Sony Explains PS Plus Requirement for Online; PS4 & Xbox One Size Comparison

Sony explains why on PS4 they need to charge for online play. Also, find out how much shorter the PS4 is than the Xbox One.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 13, 2013 | 34 Comments
‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ Eyes-On Preview

At E3 2013, Infinity Ward walked us through three levels from ‘Call of Duty: Ghosts,’ and detailed some of the new features made possible by their next-gen engine.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 13, 2013 | 1 Comment
‘Saints Row 4′ Hands-On Preview & New Trailer

We turn our dubstep gun to full power and go hands-on with ‘Saints Row 4′ at E3 2013. Read our thoughts on Volition’s highly anticipated sequel.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 13, 2013 | 2 Comments
‘Tom Clancy’s The Division’ Gameplay Preview

Read our E3 2013 preview of ‘Tom Clancy’s The Division,’ detailing the game’s open-world, its multiplayer gameplay, and its companion app.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 11, 2013 | 11 Comments
‘Titanfall’ Extended Gameplay Preview

Respawn Entertainment offered us an exclusive, hands-off demo of ‘Titanfall,’ their new multiplayer, mech-focused shooter, at Electronic Arts’ E3 2013 booth. Read our preview for more details.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 11, 2013 | 7 Comments
Sony Reveals PS Plus Subscription Required for PS4 Online Multiplayer

Some might have missed it amidst the E3 2013 elation, but Sony confirmed a PlayStation Plus subscription will be required for any online play on the PS4.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 11, 2013 | 51 Comments
‘Killer Instinct’ Hands-On Impressions; Free-To-Play Xbox One Launch Title

At E3 2013, we went hands-on with ‘Killer Instinct,’ which will launch alongside the Xbox One as a free-to-play experience, with gamers purchasing additional characters.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 11, 2013 | 23 Comments
Respawn Entertainment Premieres First ‘Titanfall’ Gameplay Footage

At several E3 2013 press conferences, Respawn Entertainment served up the first gameplay footage for ‘Titanfall,’ their new multiplayer shooter with a unique spin on mech combat.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 11, 2013 | 2 Comments
‘Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain’ First Gameplay Footage Revealed

At Microsoft’s E3 2013 Press Briefing, Kojima Productions provided our first look at ‘Metal Gear Solid 5: The Phantom Pain’ in all of its open-world, tactical glory.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 11, 2013 | 6 Comments
Watch The E3 2013 Xbox Media Briefing Livestream Here

All of the attention might be focused on Microsoft’s May 21st next-gen event, but the publisher apparently has big plans for their E3 2013 press conference.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 10, 2013 | 17 Comments
‘Rush Bros’ Impressions and Gameplay Video

Andrew and Anthony take a look at ‘Rush Bros,’ the multiplayer platformer that doubles as a racing game. Watch our gameplay video to see if it’s worth checking out.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 7, 2013 | 1 Comment
Telltale Still Teasing Next ‘Walking Dead’ Game, Possibly Titled ’400 Days’ DLC [Updated]

Telltale Games continues to released short videos teasing their follow-up to ‘The Walking Dead,’ which may or may not be titled ‘The 400 Days’ DLC.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 7, 2013 | 5 Comments
Microsoft: Xbox One Requires Internet Connection Every 24 Hours

It might not be ‘always-online,’ but Microsoft’s Xbox One requires an Internet check once every 24 hours, or once every hour on a friend’s console.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 7, 2013 | 74 Comments
Xbox One: Microsoft Explains Kinect Privacy Features, Device Can Be Turned Off

Fear not concerned gamers, Microsoft claims the Xbox One’s Kinect will not transmit any personal data without the gamer’s explicit permission.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 6, 2013 | 10 Comments
Microsoft Explains Used Games on Xbox One; Publishers Hold Final Say

Microsoft has provided further clarification regarding used games support on the Xbox One revealing that it will be the individual publishers who have the final say.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 6, 2013 | 53 Comments
‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ Gameplay Reveal Set for June 9th

Activision has announced they will livestream the first gameplay footage for ‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ during a special event this Sunday.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 6, 2013 | 2 Comments
‘The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing’ Impressions & Gameplay Video

Andrew and Anthony play ‘The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing,’ a new action RPG in the vein of ‘Diablo.’ Watch our gameplay video to see if the PC title is worth checking out.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 5, 2013 | 7 Comments
PlanetSide 2, DC Universe Online, & Warframe Coming to PS4

The massively multiplayer online experience is coming to the PS4 in full force with the announcement of ‘DC Universe Online,’ ‘Warframe,’ and ‘PlanetSide 2′ as launch titles for Sony’s next-gen console.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 5, 2013 | 6 Comments
Blizzard Adds Spawning Feature to ‘StarCraft 2′; Access Expansion Content for Free

Want to try out some of the new troops added to ‘StarCraft 2: Heart of the Swarm’? Blizzard’s newly released spawning feature makes that possible, and at no extra charge.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 5, 2013 | 1 Comment
Will Nintendo Announce a Wii U Price Cut at E3?

The 8GB Wii U bundle is reportedly being recalled later this month – leading to speculation that Nintendo will announce a price cut for the 32GB Deluxe Wii U version at this year’s E3.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 5, 2013 | 14 Comments
‘The Last of Us’ Multiplayer Trailer: Can You Survive for 12 Weeks?

A new trailer offers a closer look at the ins and outs of the multiplayer in ‘The Last of Us,’ which tasks players with grouping together and surviving for a 12-week period.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 4, 2013 | 7 Comments
‘Halo 4′ Multiplayer Update: Weapon Tuning and Faster Spartans

The most recent update for ‘Halo 4′ multiplayer has arrived, and brings with it significant changes to player weapons, player speed, and spawn behavior.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 4, 2013 | 3 Comments
‘Rising Storm’ Impressions and Gameplay Video

Andrew and Anthony check out ‘Rising Storm,’ the latest entry in Tripwire Interactive’s ‘Red Orchestra’ series. Watch our gameplay video to see if it’s worth checking out.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 3, 2013 | 2 Comments
Is Telltale Games Teasing ‘The Walking Dead Season 2′?

Telltale Games has released a (very) short video with the title ‘Day 2,’ which may be our first glimpse of ‘The Walking Dead Season 2.’

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 3, 2013 | 3 Comments
Joe Madureira Talks What ‘Darksiders 3′ Could Have Been

4-player co-op, a battle with Lucifer, and next-gen systems – Vigil Games former Creative Director Joe Madureira teases what ‘Darksiders 3′ might have been.

by Anthony Taormina | Jun 1, 2013 | 4 Comments
Capcom is NOT Announcing ‘Resident Evil 7′ at E3

Although a rumor and (fake) poster suggested they would, Capcom has revealed they are not announcing ‘Resident Evil 7′ at this year’s E3.

by Anthony Taormina | May 31, 2013 | 17 Comments
‘Metal Gear Solid 5′: Will Konami Announce David Hayter is Voicing Snake?

Konami plans to reveal the voice of Snake in the next ‘Metal Gear Solid’ game – will it be David Hayter or a new voice actor?

by Anthony Taormina | May 31, 2013 | 7 Comments
Microsoft Claims They Are Listening Regarding Used Games, Will ‘Kill Sony at E3′

Microsoft believes their Xbox One presentation will ‘kill Sony at E3,’ but they’ll have to clear up the confusion over used games first, which Major Nelson says they will.

by Anthony Taormina | May 30, 2013 | 43 Comments
Electronic Arts Starts Removing Online Pass From Older Games

Electronic Arts is slowly lifting the online pass requirements off previously-released games, starting with titles like ‘Mass Effect 2,’ ‘Medal of Honor,’ ‘Battlefield: Bad Company 2,’ and ‘Bulletstorm.’

by Anthony Taormina | May 30, 2013 | 8 Comments
Blizzard’s Mysterious MMO ‘Titan’ Undergoing Large Changes; Delayed Until 2016

The mysterious MMO known only as ‘Project Titan’ has been delayed by developer Blizzard, who is apparently going back to the drawing board on the highly anticipated project.

by Anthony Taormina | May 29, 2013 | 6 Comments
‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ New Engine Isn’t Exactly ‘New’

Animation Lead Zach Volker explains the ‘Call of Duty: Ghosts’ engine isn’t entirely ‘new,’ but is instead an iteration of the same engine the franchise has been using for years.

by Anthony Taormina | May 29, 2013 | 31 Comments
Microsoft Explains Xbox One Name, Will Support Indie Devs in the Next-Gen

It might not have many fans, but Microsoft wants to explain how they decided on the Xbox One name. They also aren’t leaving indie devs out in the dust.

by Anthony Taormina | May 28, 2013 | 26 Comments
Microsoft Will Redeem Kinect with Xbox One, Won’t Violate Privacy

Microsoft’s Phil Harrison hopes the Xbox One will convince gamers of Kinect’s viability, but promises the device will not violate their privacy.

by Anthony Taormina | May 27, 2013 | 50 Comments
‘Call of Juarez: Gunslinger’ Review

Read our ‘Call of Juarez: Gunslinger’ review to find out if Techland’s highly stylized, Wild West shooter is worth the $15 price tag.

by Anthony Taormina | May 27, 2013 | 9 Comments
EA: PS4 and Xbox One ‘Ahead’ of High End PCs; Microsoft Thinks 1B Units is Possible

EA CTO Rajat Teneja claims that the PS4 and Xbox One architectures are a generated ahead of the high end PCs on the market.

by Anthony Taormina | May 24, 2013 | 79 Comments
Xbox One’s Kinect Might Include Visual DRM Feature

Kinect is watching you! Xbox One’s new motion controller might be used as a form of visual DRM, making sure gamers aren’t abusing their license privileges.

by Anthony Taormina | May 24, 2013 | 15 Comments
Did Microsoft Inadvertently Confirm ‘Crackdown 3′ for Xbox One?

During their Xbox One event on Tuesday, Microsoft may have accidentally confirmed ‘Crackdown 3′ is in development. Read on for more details.

by Anthony Taormina | May 24, 2013 | 6 Comments
‘Need for Speed Rivals’ Trailer, Screenshots & Details; Releasing on PS4 and Xbox in 2013

Electronic Arts announces ‘Need for Speed Rivals’ for release this year. Check out the first trailer and new screenshots to see what the long-running racing franchise will look like on next-gen platforms.

by Anthony Taormina | May 23, 2013 | 3 Comments
‘Grand Theft Auto 5′ Special and Limited Editions Priced and Detailed

Rockstar Games is rolling out ‘Grand Theft Auto 5′ in style with a Special and Limited edition of their open-world, crime game. Read on to find out what’s packaged in each edition.

by Anthony Taormina | May 23, 2013 | 6 Comments
Remedy’s Sam Lake Says ‘Alan Wake’ Will Return When the Time is Right

Although Remedy Entertainment recently announced a new IP, ‘Quantum Break,’ for the Xbox One, they haven’t forgot about Alan Wake, who Sam Lake says will return when the time is right.

by Anthony Taormina | May 23, 2013 | 2 Comments
Microsoft Considering ’1 vs. 100′ Type Game for Xbox One

It may not be proper ’1 vs. 100,’ but Microsoft is considering an online, interactive experience that will draw inspiration from their massively, multiplayer quiz game.

by Anthony Taormina | May 23, 2013 | 2 Comments
Electronic Arts Reveals They ARE Working on Wii U Games

Despite claims to the contrary, Electronic Arts CFO Blake Jorgensen confirms his company does have Wii U games in development. They just have more PS4 and Xbox One games in development.

by Anthony Taormina | May 22, 2013 | 4 Comments
Xbox One’s Kinect Detailed: Wider View, More Accurate, Unique Player Recognition

The Xbox One’s Kinect peripheral will be a much more improved version of its predecessor with a wider field of view, better motion registry, and some nifty new features.

by Anthony Taormina | May 22, 2013 | 17 Comments
Rare Bringing ‘Historic’ Franchise to Xbox One; Reveal at E3 2013

Microsoft’s Phil Spencer confirmed a historic franchise from developer Rare will be announced at E3 2013 for release on the Xbox One.

by Anthony Taormina | May 21, 2013 | 17 Comments
EA Confirms ‘Star Wars’ Announcement at E3, ‘Battlefield 4′ for Xbox One & PS4

Electronic Arts is finally talking next gen – revealing that ‘Battlefield 4′ will hit the PS4 and Xbox One, and confirming a ‘Star Wars’ announcement at E3 2013.

by Anthony Taormina | May 21, 2013 | 6 Comments
EA Sports Unveils Next-Gen Trailer for ‘FIFA,’ ‘Madden,’ ‘NBA Live,’ & ‘UFC’

EA Sports has confirmed ‘Madden NFL 15,’ ‘FIFA 14,’ ‘UFC,’ and ‘NBA Live 14′ will release for the PS4 and Xbox One, and highlighted their next-gen ‘Ignite’ engine in a new trailer.

by Anthony Taormina | May 21, 2013 | 2 Comments
EA Sports Teases Next-Gen ‘FIFA’ and ‘UFC’ Reveals for Tomorrow’s Microsoft Event

EA Sports is bringing ‘FIFA’ and ‘UFC’ to Microsoft’s Xbox event to tease what the next-gen holds for these popular sports franchises.

by Anthony Taormina | May 20, 2013 | 2 Comments
Kevin Conroy Outs Another ‘Arkham’ Game, Won’t Be Voicing ‘Origins’ Batman

It turns out Kevin Conroy will not be providing Batman’s voice for ‘Arkham Origins’ but for a completely different ‘Arkham’ game, which he inadvertently revealed.

by Anthony Taormina | May 20, 2013 | 12 Comments
Ubisoft Confident Nintendo Will Make Wii U a Success

EA might not have any Wii U games in development, but Ubisoft has plenty, and they have faith Nintendo will inevitably make the console successful.

by Anthony Taormina | May 19, 2013 | 48 Comments

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