Latest Arkane Studios News

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  ‘Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall’ DLC Review

  Read our review of The Knife of Dunwall, the latest piece of DLC for Arkane Studios’ stealth game ‘Dishonored’.

  by Hannah Shaw-Williams | Apr 18, 20131 Comment

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  ‘Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall’ DLC Detailed in Gameplay Trailer

  A brand new trailer arrives for Arkane’s second ‘Dishonored’ DLC – the story of Daud as told in ‘The Knife of Dunwall’.

  by Hannah Shaw-Williams | Apr 11, 20132 Comments

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  Next-Gen Roundup: PS4 and Xbox 720 Release Date, Suda 51 and Arkane Excited

  Suda 51 and Arkane Studios both share enthusiasm for the PS4, while ‘Assassin’s Creed 4′s Creative Director might have accidentally revealed a next-gen release date.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 14, 20135 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored – The Knife of Dunwall’ DLC Coming in April

  Learn the story of Daud, the assassin responsible for killing the Empress, in ‘The Knife of Dunwall,’ the forthcoming DLC expansion for ‘Dishonored.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 14, 20134 Comments

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  More ‘Borderlands 2′ DLC on the Way; Trophies Reveal Next ‘Dishonored DLC’

  Gearbox’s Randy Pitchford confirms a new single player DLC pack and a new character class are on the way for Borderlands 2. Additionally, new details about the next DLC for ‘Dishonored’ has been found.

  by Anthony Taormina | Feb 26, 20134 Comments

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  Concept Art for Cancelled ‘Half-Life 2: Episode 4 – Return to Ravenholm’ Surfaces

  Concept art for Arkane Studios’ cancelled project ‘Half-Life: Episode 4 – Return to Ravenholm’ has appeared to further confuse weary Valve fans.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 15, 2013No Comments

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  ‘Journey,’ ‘The Walking Dead,’ & ‘Far Cry 3′ Lead D.I.C.E. Awards Nominations

  ‘Journey,’ ‘The Walking Dead,’ ‘Far Cry 3,’ and ‘Halo 4′ headline the nominees for the 2013 D.I.C.E. Awards. Check out the full list of nominations right here!

  by Jeff Schille | Jan 14, 20134 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ Dunwall City Trials DLC Review

  Read our ‘Dunwall City Trials’ review to find out whether the first piece of ‘Dishonored’ DLC is a worthy expansion – or just a hollow set of challenges.

  by Anthony Mole | Dec 17, 201212 Comments

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  2012 Spike Video Game Awards Winners List

  Find out if your favorite game won big at the 2012 Spike Video Game Awards by checking out our list of all the winners.

  by Anthony Taormina | Dec 7, 201236 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ 1st DLC Released Date Announced; Sales Exceeding Expectations

  It’s a good thing more ‘Dishonored’ content is right around the corner, because Bethesda’s Pete Hines thinks they have a bona fide franchise on their hands.

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 28, 20122 Comments

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  2012 Spike Video Game Awards Nominees Announced

  ‘Assassin’s Creed 3,’ ‘The Walking Dead,’ and ‘Halo 4′ lead the charge in the 2012 Spike Video Game Awards nominees, which air December 7th on SpikeTV.

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 15, 201221 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ DLC Detailed: New Campaigns and ‘Dunwall City Trials’

  Arkane Studios isn’t resting after ‘Dishonored’s’ stellar debut; publisher Bethesda has announced three upcoming DLC add-ons — a “Dunwall City Trials” challenge pack and two unique campaign installments.

  by Brian Sipple | Oct 25, 20126 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ Co-Creator Considering Sequel; What Could Gamers Expect?

  ‘Dishonored’ Co-Creator Harvey Smith is on the fence about a ‘Dishonored’ sequel — but that’s not stopping us from hypothesizing where the story might go.

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 13, 201217 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’: ‘Thief’ Easter Egg; PC Gamers Reporting Problems

  While some ‘Dishonored’ players are reporting problems with the PC version of the game, others are discovering a clever little Easter Egg involving one of the game’s major influences.

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 11, 20124 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ Review

  Read our ‘Dishonored’ review to find out if influences like ‘BioShock’ and ‘Deus Ex’ can help Arkane Studios’ new IP become one of this year’s must-play titles.

  by Anthony Taormina | Oct 8, 201217 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’: Final Two ‘Tales of Dunwall’ Episodes Released

  The final two episodes from ‘Dishonored’s Tale of Dunwall series have been released, which focus on the source of supernatural powers and the creation of Corvo’s mask.

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 28, 20122 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’: Witness Dunwall’s Decay in Episode 1 of New Video Series

  ‘Dishonored’ developer Arkane Studios has released the first episode in a series that focuses on the history of Dunwall, the whale oil-powered town in the game.

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 26, 20121 Comment

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  Final Two ‘Dishonored’ Developer Docs; ‘Drunken Whaler’ Song Made Available

  The final two entries in Arkane Studios’ developer documentary series for ‘Dishonored’ have been released, along with a downloadable version of the tune ‘Drunken Whaler.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 18, 20122 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ Developer Diary 2: Designing the Town of Dunwall

  In episode two of ‘Dishonored’s’ developer documentary series, Arkane Studios walks us through the design of everything from the town of Dunwall to the NPCs’ faces.

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 12, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Dishonored’ Developer Diary: Creating a Supernatural Assassin’s World

  Talk a peek behind the curtain and see how developer Arkane Studios created the world of ‘Dishonored’ in the first of a series of behind-the-scenes videos.

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 7, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Dishonored’ Trailer Introduces Players to the Study of Stealth

  A new trailer for Arkane Studios’ ‘Dishonored’ has been released that focuses on the title’s various stealth options and how players will be able to combine them.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 23, 20124 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ Trailer Highlights Creative Kills

  Bethesda has released a new trailer for ‘Dishonored,’ showcasing the many different was players can chain together special abilities for some creative kills.

  by Anthony Mole | Aug 9, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Dishonored’ Cast Includes John Slattery, Susan Sarandon, Michael Madsen & More

  Bethesda has announced the supporting cast of ‘Dishonored’, and it’s teeming with award-winning talent: Susan Sarandon, John Slattery, Michael Madsen, and several more recognizable faces are lending their voice to the game.

  by Brian Sipple | Aug 3, 20124 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ – ‘Daring Escapes’ Trailer

  Stealth and covert sneakery are noble aspirations, but what do we do in ‘Dishonored’ when the element of surprise inevitably breaks down? A new trailer from Bethesda suggests three different ways to make a “daring escape.”

  by Brian Sipple | Jul 26, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Dishonored’ E3 Gameplay Trailers Released; Two Different Approaches

  Co-Creative Directors Raphael Colantonio and Harvey Smith walk players through two approaches to combat in these gameplay trailers for ‘Dishonored’.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jun 28, 20122 Comments

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  Arkane Studios: ‘Dishonored’ on PC Will Have Different UI

  ‘Dishonored’ developer Arkane Studios have announced that the PC version of their first-person action title will feature a different interface than its console bretheren.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jun 21, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Dishonored’ Completion Time Around 12-14 Hours

  During a brief Q&A regarding ‘Dishonored’, it was revealed the game will take about 12 hours to complete, although adventurous playthroughs might take double that time.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jun 18, 20126 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ Game Preview

  ‘Dishonored’, Arkane Studios’ major foray into the first person action/stealth genre, presents the player with a ton of options and diverse combat. Read our full E3 2012 preview for more details.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jun 5, 2012No Comments

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  First ‘Dishonored’ Gameplay Trailer

  The story and steampunk environments of ‘Dishonored’ have been greatly explored, but the first look at actual gameplay shows how graphic the game will be.

  by Andrew Dyce | May 31, 201215 Comments

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  ‘Dishonored’ & ‘Hitman: Absolution’ Release Dates; ‘Sniper Challenge’ Announced

  Right after ‘BioShock: Infinite’s’ surprising delay, ‘Dishonored’ and ‘Hitman: Absolution’ have received release dates in October and November, respectively. ‘Hitman’ even has a pre-order bonus game tossed in.

  by Brian Sipple | May 10, 20123 Comments

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  Sneak Up On Some New ‘Dishonored’ Screenshots

  A few new screenshots for Arkane Studios’ ‘Dishonored’ have been released that, while not showing anything altogether new, showcase a very gorgeous game.

  by Anthony Taormina | Apr 30, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Dishonored’ Debut Trailer is Bethesda’s Latest Reveal

  What big reveal was Bethesda gearing up to hatch on us? It turns out that an epic cinematic for the new IP ‘Dishonored’ has been released and depicts some juicy scenes from the game’s unique combat.

  by Brian Sipple | Apr 17, 201243 Comments

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  New ‘Dishonored’ Screenshots Showcase Unique Visuals and Combat

  Some strikingly beautiful new screenshots for Bethesda and Arkane Studios’ ‘Dishonored’ have been released that showcase a unique steam punk aesthetic.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 19, 20127 Comments

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  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, 20111 Comment

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  First ‘Dishonored’ Details Revealed; Less Open-World, More Experimentation

  First details have come out for Bethesda’s upcoming steampunk title ‘Dishonored’ which reveal some trademark Bethesda elements, but also some very interesting new ones.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jul 13, 20112 Comments

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  First ‘Dishonored’ Screenshot Is All Kinds of Cool

  The first screenshot for Bethesda’s ‘Dishonored’ has released online along with story, character and gameplay details.

  by Rob Keyes | Jul 11, 20116 Comments

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  Bethesda Announces New Game, ‘Dishonored’

  Bethesda officially announces ‘Dishonored’, a new game being developed by Arkane Studios, set for release in 2012. Here’s what we know so far.

  by Trung Bui | Jul 7, 20113 Comments