Latest Homefront News

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  Crytek Talks ‘Homefront 2′ Purchase & Progress So Far

  With ‘Homefront 2′ now owned by developer Crytek, the developer has high hopes for the series’ future, and will likely delay release to guarantee a well-polished shooter.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jan 28, 20137 Comments

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  THQ Is Done, Major Properties & Studios Sold

  After THQ’s properties and subsidiary studios were put up for auction, Sega, Ubisoft and others took their pick, leaving the rest of the publisher to wind down over the coming months.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jan 23, 201312 Comments

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  THQ Vice President Resigns; ‘Homefront 2′ Development Unaffected By Publisher Woes

  THQ may be suffering some setbacks, but that hasn’t impeded development of ‘Homefront 2.’ In fact, the game is still going according to plan.

  by Anthony Mole | Jun 22, 20121 Comment

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  THQ: Crytek’s ‘Homefront 2′ ’5X the Game’ of its Predecessor

  In his last interview as THQ executive VP of core games, Danny Bilson reiterated how ‘Homefront 2′ aims to compete with ‘Call of Duty’ and ‘Battlefield’ – and believes that developer Crytek is off to a good start.

  by Brian Sipple | Jun 3, 20129 Comments

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  Game Ranter Banter: Wii U Doom, Xbox 720 Denial, Mass Effect 3 Multiplayer & Controversy

  This week the team talks about ‘Mass Effect 3′ feedback and multiplayer events, Wii U-Dreamcast comparisons, Xbox 720 denials and Crytek’s plans for ‘Homefront 2′. Join us, and share your thoughts!

  by Anthony Mole | Mar 17, 201224 Comments

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  Crytek Thinks ‘Homefront 2′ Will Make A Significant Impact

  We still don’t know much about ‘Homefront 2′, but Crytek has high hopes for the sequel. Maybe they’ll throw even more balloons in a river this time?

  by Anthony Mole | Mar 16, 201215 Comments

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  The 10 Most Disappointing Games of 2011

  We’re sifting through the ‘Skyrims’ and the ‘Portal 2s’ to find 2011′s most disappointing games. See if your least favorite games made the cut.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 6, 201264 Comments

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  Xbox Live Fan Appreciation Sale Features Discounted ‘Bulletstorm’

  In anticipation of even more sales on Black Friday, Microsoft has unveiled the Xbox Live Fan Appreciation Sale, which includes discounts on this and last year’s popular titles.

  by Anthony Taormina | Nov 23, 201112 Comments

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  Crytek Studios Named As ‘Homefront 2′ Developer

  THQ has selected ‘Crysis 2′ developer Crytek Studios to head up ‘Homefront 2.’ Will Crytek’s technical expertise make ‘Homefont 2′ everything the original was not?

  by Jeff Schille | Sep 20, 20115 Comments

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  THQ Announces New DLC Maps for ‘Homefront’

  In a move that is sure to confuse more than a few gamers, THQ has announced some upcoming DLC maps for their previously released FPS ‘Homefront.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Jul 20, 20114 Comments

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  THQ’s Danny Bilson Confirms Plans for ‘Homefront 2′

  After mixed results with the original, THQ still has plans for a Homefront sequel. Read on for more details.

  by J.C. Reeves | Jun 22, 20116 Comments

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  First ‘Homefront’ DLC Coming Soon; Xbox 360 Patch Detailed

  ‘Homefront’ fans finally have official word on when they will be receiving their first DLC expansion pack – as well as detailed an upcoming pack for Xbox 360 users.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | May 26, 20111 Comment

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  Homefront PC 1.0.4x Patch: Balance Tweaks & Voting

  Kaos Studios continues to support ‘Homefront’ on the PC – as a large patch, containing balance tweaks, server options, and voting, is set to be released in the next few days.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | May 22, 2011No Comments

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  Top 5 Most Overhyped Video Games

  Too often, games are announced and given too much hype and anticipation that they ultimately fail to deliver in some way. We take a look at the Top 5 examples of this event.

  by C.J. Smillie | May 9, 201140 Comments

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  THQ Believes ‘Homefront’ Will Achieve ‘Call of Duty’ Level of Success

  THQ CEO Brian Farrell, when asked if he thinks ‘Homefront’ will ever catch up to ‘Call of Duty,’ cites the latter franchise’s small start as inspiration.

  by Anthony Taormina | May 5, 20117 Comments

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  THQ Layoffs Cost Kaos & Volition Over 30 Employees

  Despite the early success of THQ’s latest shooter Homefront, THQ lays off 30 employees between Homefront developer Kaos Studios and Red Faction studio Volition.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Apr 2, 2011No Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ PC Patch 1.03 Details

  Kaos Studios is committed to ensuring that ‘Homefront’ gets the support it deserves, with patch 1.03 for the PC version set to release early next week.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Apr 1, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Xbox 360 Freeze Bug Fixed

  The now-infamous freeze bug finally meets its demise as Kaos Studios launches its first patch for the Xbox 360 version of ‘Homefront.’

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Apr 1, 20112 Comments

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  Homefront Patch Status & Sales Updates

  Homefront’s post-release has been riddled with issues, but Kaos is determined to make sure they quickly patch early bugs as the game continues to sell well.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Mar 24, 201130 Comments

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  Game Ranter Banter: Rovio, Homefront, Dead Island & Crysis 2

  In Game Ranter Banter this week, the team discusses the importance of Homefront, the death of console gaming, Crysis 2 on the PS3, and the inevitable death of Dead Island’s hype.

  by Jacob Siegal | Mar 19, 20118 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Gets PC & PS3 Patch, Xbox 360 Patch Coming Soon

  Reacting quickly to player complaints, ‘Homefront’ developer Kaos Studios has already patched the PS3 and PC versions of the game, with an Xbox 360 patch due soon.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Mar 18, 20111 Comment

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  Kaos Studios Confident DLC & Multiplayer Will Drive ‘Homefront’ Sales

  Kaos Studios remains unaffected by the recent bout of negative news surrounding the release of its shooter ‘Homefront,’ and is instead focusing on the future.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Mar 18, 201119 Comments

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  THQ Claims It Supports Used Gaming Market

  THQ claims that it recognizes the importance of the used gaming market, in spite of its latest shooter ‘Homefront’ requiring a pass for online play.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Mar 18, 2011No Comments

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  THQ Claims Homefront Is “Biggest Title In Industry”

  THQ’s ‘Homefront’ has been met with less acclaim than was originally expected, but this hasn’t stopped THQ from remaining very optimistic about its latest shooter.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Mar 18, 20118 Comments

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  ‘Homefront 2′ Will Have 10-Hour Single Player Campaign

  Kaos Studios’ David Votypka says that the plan for ‘Homefront 2′ is to have about a 10-hour single player campaign and stronger multiplayer.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 16, 201114 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Sales Released, Multiplayer Saves The Day

  THQ is already shifting the ‘Homefront’ focus to the game’s multiplayer, crediting the online modes that exceeded their expectations with the game’s success.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 16, 20113 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Reviews Lead To THQ Stock Fall, Price Dropped Already

  Early reviews of ‘Homefront’ have stacked the odds against THQ, with both investors and retailers distancing themselves from the property after just one day.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 16, 20116 Comments

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  Homefront Review

  The story-based shooter from Kaos Studios has arrived, but is ‘Homefront’ the game we’ve all been hoping, or just more of the same? Read our review to find out.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 16, 201120 Comments

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  Game Ranter Banter: Homefront, PSN Cloud & BF3 vs. CoD

  In the first edition of the Game Ranter Banter, the team discusses the reaction to Homefront’s campaign, the first gameplay footage from Battlefield 3, the PlayStation Plus cloud storage and Activision’s bad press.

  by Jacob Siegal | Mar 12, 201118 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Must Sell 2 Million Units To Turn Profit

  ‘Homefront’ is about to begin its invasion of the first person shooter market, but it’s going to need to push hard if it wants to turn a profit.

  by Sebastian Gaweda | Mar 11, 20114 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Launch Trailer Ignites the Revolution

  The developers of ‘Homefront’ saved the best for last, with the final launch trailer featuring all the intense action and rock and roll you can handle.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 11, 20113 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Sequel Planned

  Kaos Studios’ David Votypka reveals that ‘Homefront’ has been planned as a series all along, and that gameplay changes are in store for the sequel.

  by John Jacques | Mar 9, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Single Player Campaign Takes About 5 Hours to Complete

  ‘Homefront’ is only a few days out – leaving fans to wonder if the game is a rental or a purchase. Is a five hour single player campaign too short to justify a $60 price tag?

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 8, 201117 Comments

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  Live-Action ‘Homefront’ Trailer

  The latest trailer for ‘Homefront’ brings the war home and displays the new American family in a post-invasion world. Will you join the cause?

  by Dominic Licorish | Mar 3, 20114 Comments

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  Pre-order ‘Homefront’, Get a Free OnLive Console

  Pre-ordering ‘Homefront’ via the OnLive service will land you a free OnLive console and a copy of ‘Metro 2033′ on the house.

  by Jon Lavallee | Feb 25, 20111 Comment

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  Notes & History on The Frightening Reality of ‘Homefront’

  With ‘Homefront’ nearing its release date, THQ has dropped more hints about the game’s setting of North Korea-occupied America. Here are the notes from ‘Inside the Occupation.’

  by Dominic Licorish | Feb 23, 20116 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Resistance Trailer Calls Citizens To Stand and Fight

  Players will be defending their country from a foreign invader later this spring, and this new video shows just how important their role will be to the future of America.

  by Andrew Dyce | Feb 10, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Multiplayer Details: Battle Commander & Battle Points

  New details have been revealed on the multiplayer of ‘Homefront,’ including Battle Points and Battle Commander features.

  by Anthony Taormina | Feb 8, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Gets Delayed One Week, Coming March 15

  ‘Homefront’, the urban invasion shooter by Kaos Studios will be delayed one week to a March 15 release date to avoid releasing against ‘Dragon Age 2′.

  by Trung Bui | Feb 2, 20112 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Devs Say ‘Half-Life’ is Game’s Biggest Influence

  In what will come as a relief to many, the guerrilla warfare title will be allowing players the same freedom as Valve’s flagship adventures.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jan 25, 20114 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ DLC to Start as Xbox 360 Exclusive

  Major Nelson announced today that ‘Homefront,’ the FPS set in an occupied America, will have all future DLC start out as Xbox 360 exclusives.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 14, 20118 Comments

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  THQ’s Upcoming FPS ‘Homefront’ Will Require an Online Pass

  THQ has revealed that ‘Homefront’ will require an online pass for players to progress past level 5. Those buying the game used will need to pay $10 to unlock the 70 other levels.

  by Matt Bowman | Jan 7, 201123 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Developer Diary Explores Emotional Implications of War

  Kaos Studios’ newest developer diary introduces gamers to the characters and recognizable settings of its first person shooter ‘Homefront’.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 5, 20114 Comments

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  New ‘Homefront’ Story Trailer Shows Occupied America

  The latest trailer released for THQ’s upcoming real-world shooter spends some time illustrating occupied America, and the intimidating strength of the North Korean Army.

  by Andrew Dyce | Dec 14, 20107 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Multiplayer is Large Scale Warfare in Developer’s Diary

  ‘Homefront’ Developer Kaos Studios talk about their game’s multiplayer and what they are bringing to the table in a new developer’s diary.

  by Trung Bui | Dec 6, 20103 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Gameplay Videos Will Have You Counting The Days Until Release

  The game may have been delayed into next year, but if these early glimpses of in-game action are a sign of things to come, the wait will be more than worth it. Take a look.

  by Andrew Dyce | Nov 26, 201010 Comments

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  ‘Homefront’ Multiplayer Trailer Invades with In-Game Footage

  The multiplayer trailer for Kaos Studios’ ‘Homefront’ showcases an exciting online experience but less-than-stellar graphics. Does ‘Homefront’ have what it takes to compete with shooter heavyweight ‘Call of Duty’?

  by Andrew Dyce | Oct 1, 20105 Comments

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  THQ’s First Person Shooter Homefront Delayed Until March 2011

  The first-person shooter Homefront, which was set for release in February 2011, has been pushed back to March 2011.

  by Robert Bratcher | Sep 20, 20103 Comments

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  E3 2010: Defending The Homefront

  What happens when regular people must come together to fight off and survive foreign invasion? This is the question presented, explored and answered in THQ’s upcoming first person shooter, Homefront.

  by Rob Keyes | Jun 19, 20106 Comments

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  Saints Row 3 and Red Faction Sequel at E3?

  Who wants more Red Faction?  Everyone, that’s who.  Now, who wants more Saints Row?  Not as many, sure, but still a lot of folks.  Finally,…

  by Steve Pendlebury | Feb 20, 20103 Comments