Latest PAX East 2012 News

‘Defiance,’ ‘Spec Ops: The Line,’ and ‘Dark Souls’ DLC Trailers

New trailers have been delivered that include an E3 trailer for ‘Defiance,’ a 60-second TV spot for ‘Spec Ops: The Line,’ and a ‘Dark Souls’ DLC.

by Tyler Schirado | Jun 2, 20122 Comments
‘Loadout’ Hands-On Preview

‘Loadout’ is a fast and frantic over the top third person shooter that my give Team Fortress 2 some stiff competition. Continue reading for our preview.

by Dwayne Holder | May 2, 2012No Comments
‘A Valley Without Wind’ Hands-On Preview

We go hands on with the new indie title from Arcen Games, ‘A Valley Without Wind’. A game that borrows from ‘Terraria’ as well as ‘Minecraft’ but also offers deep customization options and a massive world to explore.

by Dwayne Holder | Apr 23, 20121 Comment
‘Borderlands 2′ Hands-On Preview

Game Rant takes Gearbox’s hotly anticipated ‘Borderlands 2′ for a test drive, enjoying 15 minutes with the game’s new Siren and Gunzerker classes.

by Steve Pendlebury | Apr 21, 20123 Comments
‘Hell Yeah!’ Hands-On Preview

‘Hell Yeah!’ is a new title from French developer Arkedo and SEGA. This platformer is anything but traditional when it comes to style and content – get ready to unleash Hell.

by Dwayne Holder | Apr 18, 2012No Comments
PAX East: Max Payne 3 Hands-On Preview

The former detective with a knack for time-defying moves returns in ‘Max Payne 3.’ Find out how the latest installment stacks up in our latest hands-on impressions.

by Jason Weissman | Apr 17, 20125 Comments
‘Sleeping Dogs’ Hands-On Preview

We go hands-on with United Front Games’ upcoming sandbox actioner, ‘Sleeping Dogs,’ formerly known as ‘True Crime: Hong Kong.’ Check out our preview for the full details.

by Jason Weissman | Apr 16, 20122 Comments
‘Specs Ops: The Line’ Hands-On Preview

We finally get our hands on Yager Development’s ‘Spec Ops: The Line.’ Read on to see why this long-in-development shooter is worth looking for this summer.

by Jason Weissman | Apr 16, 20121 Comment
‘Mark of the Ninja’ Hands-On Preview

Klei Entertainment is changing direction from ‘Shank’-style action adventure to stealth with their latest title ‘Mark of the Ninja’ – which employs slick and shadowy game mechanics.

by Dwayne Holder | Apr 15, 20125 Comments
‘XCOM Enemy Unknown’ Preview

Game Rant checks out XCOM Enemy Unknown and speaks with Lead Producer Garth Deangelis about how his team at Firaxis have walked that controversial line between old and new

by Steve Pendlebury | Apr 13, 201220 Comments
‘Theatrhythm Final Fantasy’ Hand-On Preview

Theatrhythm Final Fantasy is a must-have 3DS title for fans of Final Fantasy and its music. Read on to see why the first rhythm game in the series impressed us at PAX East 2012.

by Dwayne Holder | Apr 12, 20121 Comment
‘The Witcher 2′ (Xbox 360) Hands-On Preview

Around this time last year PC gamers were enjoying ‘The Witcher 2′. Now it’s time for Xbox 360 owners to get in on the fun with additional content and optimized controls.

by Dwayne Holder | Apr 10, 20121 Comment
PAX East 2012: Hitman: Absolution Preview

‘Hitman: Absolution’ takes the stage at PAX East, showing off Agent 47′s stealth and action move set during the game’s Orphanage level.

by Jason Weissman | Apr 10, 20121 Comment
PAX East 2012: Deadlight Hands-On Preview

Game Rant gets hands-on with Tequila Works’ ‘Deadlight’ at the Xbox Live Arcade booth at PAX East. Read on to find out why it may soon be on your most anticipated lists.

by Steve Pendlebury | Apr 9, 2012No Comments
‘Fortnite’ Platform Listing Changes After Epic’s PC Announcement

Epic’s recent announcement of a PC-exclusive title just happened to coincide with a change in the platform status for the upcoming ‘Fortnite.’

by Brian Sipple | Apr 9, 20121 Comment
PAX East 2012: Image Gallery

Unable to make it to the gaming extravaganza that is PAX East? We’ve got you covered, with cosplay and displays of some of our most anticipated games of 2012.

by Andrew Dyce | Apr 9, 20122 Comments
PAX EAST 2012: ‘Assassin’s Creed III’ Preview

Game Rant goes eyes-on with the ‘Bunker Hill’ mission from ‘Assassin’s Creed III.’ Read about forest traversal, stealth zones, Connor’s Rope Dart and more!

by Steve Pendlebury | Apr 9, 201214 Comments
Game Rant on Location: PAX East 2012 Highlights and Lowlights

After an exciting weekend of interviews, previews, hands-on time, demos, and more at PAX East in Boston, we’ve compiled our favorite PAX East 2012 highlights (and lowlights).

by Jason Weissman | Apr 9, 201226 Comments
PAX East 2012: ‘Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance’ Hands-On Preview

We go hands-on at PAX East 2012 with an import build of the upcoming ‘Kingdom Hearts 3D: Dream Drop Distance.’ The game will be familiar to fans but offers a few new features as well.

by Dwayne Holder | Apr 7, 2012No Comments
PAX East: BioWare Talks ‘Mass Effect 3′

BioWare talks to PAX attendees about the controversial ending to ‘Mass Effect 3.’ Did the fans hear enough to have their fears assuaged or is BioWare in for another round of criticism?

by Jason Weissman | Apr 6, 201219 Comments