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  ‘Thief’ Gameplay Video: Garrett Turns A Revolution To His Own Advantage

  Get up close and personal with the skills of Garrett, the master thief, in a new video detailing the gameplay mechanics and showing demo footage from Eidos Montréal’s ‘Thief’ reboot.

  by Hannah Shaw-Williams | Jun 18, 2013No Comments

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  ‘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, 20131 Comment

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  ‘Kingdom Hearts 1.5′ & ‘Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster’ Hands-On Impressions

  Arguably two of the biggest HD remasters, ‘Kingdom Hearts 1.5 HD reMIX ‘ and ‘Final Fantasy X/X-2 HD Remaster’ were present at the Square Enix booth during E3, and we got to see how they hold up.

  by Curt Hutson | Jun 14, 20134 Comments

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  ‘Kingdom Hearts III’ and ‘Final Fantasy XV’ Announced for PS4 & Xbox One

  During a spectacular press conference today, Sony and Square Enix announced that both ‘Final Fantasy XV’ and ‘Kingdom Hearts III’ are coming to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.

  by Curt Hutson | Jun 11, 201311 Comments

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  ‘Deus Ex: The Fall’ E3 2013 Gameplay Trailer & Screenshots

  A new gameplay trailer for ‘Deus Ex: The Fall’ includes characters and gameplay mechanics lifted directly from ‘Deus Ex: Human Revolution’ – so why is it only available on iOS?

  by Hannah Shaw-Williams | Jun 7, 20134 Comments

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  ‘Thief’ E3 2013 Trailer Spotlights Garrett’s Tools

  The upcoming ‘Thief’ reboot has a brand new trailer ahead of E3, once again putting the focus on the thrill of the robbery.

  by Andrew Dyce | Jun 7, 20131 Comment

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  ‘Deus Ex: The Fall’ is a Mobile Game For iPhone & iPad

  Square Enix’s announcement that ‘Deus Ex: The Fall’ will be a spin-off game for iPad and iPhone has been met with a wave of disappointment from fans.

  by Hannah Shaw-Williams | Jun 5, 20136 Comments

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  ‘Deus Ex: The Fall’ E3 Reveal Teased By Eidos Montreal – Who is Ben Saxon?

  In readiness for E3, Eidos Montreal tease a new sequel in the ‘Deus Ex’ series called ‘The Fall’, and a new character named Ben Saxon.

  by Hannah Shaw-Williams | Jun 3, 20132 Comments

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  News Wrap Up: Duke Nukem, Obsidian’s Next-Gen Debut, Watch_Dogs Exclusives & More!

  Tomb Raider highlights, Duke Nukem Forever remade, exclusive Watch_Dogs content, Obsidian Entertainment’s next-gen game, Metro: Last Light & Lost Planet 3 videos, Diablo 3 console pre-orders & more gaming news!

  by Rob Keyes | May 3, 20133 Comments

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  Is Eidos Montreal’s ‘Thief’ Reboot in Trouble?

  Numerous departures, an ever-growing budget, and a problematic demo all suggest development on the ‘Thief’ reboot is in more trouble than Eidos Montreal is letting on.

  by Anthony Taormina | Apr 29, 20131 Comment

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  ‘Just Cause 2′ Multiplayer Mod Video Highlights Next-Gen Desires

  A new video surfaces from the latest testing session on the still-in-development ‘Just Cause 2′ multiplayer mode. And it looks epic!

  by Rob Keyes | Apr 23, 20131 Comment

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  2013 Canadian Videogame Awards: Winners & Thoughts

  ‘Far Cry 3′ takes home the most wins at the 2013 Canadian Video Game Awards. See the full winners lists and some thoughts here.

  by Rob Keyes | Apr 22, 20134 Comments

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  ‘Injustice: Gods Among Us’ First DLC Character is Lobo; ‘Tomb Raider’ Gets 3 New Costumes

  A leaked image all but confirms Lobo will be the first DLC character to join NetherRealm Studios’ fighter ‘Injustice: Gods Among Us,’ while another set of images showcase new ‘Tomb Raider’ costumes.

  by Anthony Taormina | Apr 16, 201315 Comments

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  Top 10 Rainiest Video Games

  April showers bring may flowers, and a few memorable gaming experiences as well. Here’s our list of the top 10 rainiest video games ever.

  by Curt Hutson | Apr 15, 201311 Comments

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  Meet the Actor Behind ‘Thief’s New ‘Garrett’

  Gamers may not yet know the name Romano Orzari, but as the actor charged with bringing ‘Thief’s’ titular hero to life, they soon will.

  by Andrew Dyce | Apr 5, 20133 Comments

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  ‘Thief’ Video Takes Fans Behind the Scenes of the Reboot

  The upcoming ‘Thief’ reboot will be under more scrutiny than most games, but the developers remain optimistic the game will meet gamers’ increasingly high expectations.

  by Andrew Dyce | Apr 5, 20131 Comment

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  ‘Thief’ Reboot Won’t Have Competitive Multiplayer

  ‘Thief 4′ producer Stephane Roy has said that the team wants to focus on a high-quality single-player campaign, and that there won’t be any competitive multiplayer.

  by Hannah Shaw-Williams | Apr 5, 20135 Comments

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  ‘Thief 4′ CG Trailer and Concept Art Creep Out From the Shadows

  A new trailer for Eidos Montreal’s next entry in the ‘Thief’ franchise has arrived to show master thief Garrett is still fully stocked and perfectly capable.

  by Anthony Taormina | Apr 1, 20131 Comment

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  Square Enix: ‘Extraordinary Loss’ After ‘Tomb Raider’ & Others Sell Below Expectations

  Square Enix reported that ‘Tomb Raider,’ and other titles sold wel, but vastly below expectations. Find out what the company is doing about it.

  by Brian Sipple | Mar 26, 201337 Comments

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  ‘Tomb Raider’ Writer Discusses Lowering Lara’s Kill Count, Representation in Media

  ‘Tomb Raider’ writer Rhianna Pratchett discusses the evolution of Lara Croft from page to console, including drastically decreasing the number of enemies she kills.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 21, 201310 Comments

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  Crystal Dynamics: No Plans for ‘Tomb Raider’ Single Player DLC

  ‘Tomb Raider’ developer Crystal Dynamics confirms there are currently no plans for single player DLC expansions – only multiplayer add-ons.

  by Ben Kendrick | Mar 20, 20136 Comments

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  Square Enix Reveals ‘Deus Ex: Human Revolution – Director’s Cut’ for Wii U

  Square Enix has just confirmed that ‘Deus Ex: Human Revolution’ will be making the transition to Wii U, with an exclusive Director’s Cut that features enhanced graphics and much more.

  by Riley Little | Mar 20, 20135 Comments

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  ‘Thief’ Can Be Completed Without Killing

  ‘Thief 4′ Game Director Nicolas Cantin explains Eidos Montreal’s forthcoming reboot will still follow in the ‘Thief’ lineage, and won’t require any killing.

  by Anthony Taormina | Mar 18, 20136 Comments

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  2013 Canadian Videogame Awards: Finalists Revealed

  ‘Mark of the Ninja’ leads the 2013 Canadian Videogame Awards finalists along with Assassin’s Creed 3, Far Cry 3, Mass Effect 3, MechWarrior Online, Sleeping Dogs and more!

  by Rob Keyes | Mar 18, 20134 Comments

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  ‘Tomb Raider’ Review

  Lara Croft undergoes her most dramatic transformation yet in Crystal Dynamics’ ‘Tomb Raider.’ See if the epic origin story grants the series new life with its harrowing tale of survival.

  by Brian Sipple | Mar 13, 201314 Comments

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  First ‘Tomb Raider’ DLC Announced: No Story Missions; Multiplayer Maps Only

  Square Enix has announced the first ‘Tomb Raider’ DLC pack – arriving as a timed-exclusive on Xbox 360 and adding three multiplayer maps but no new story missions or single player content.

  by Ben Kendrick | Mar 6, 20133 Comments

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  Square Enix Registers ‘Deus Ex: The Fall’ Domains

  It looks like Square Enix may be well into developing a new ‘Deus Ex’ game, as domains for something called ‘Deus Ex: The Fall’ have been registered by the publisher.

  by Riley Little | Mar 5, 20133 Comments

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  ‘Thief’ Reboot Announced, Coming 2014

  Now that ‘Thief 4′ has been revealed as Game Informer’s April cover story, Eidos Montreal is opening up about the reboot, simply titled ‘Thief,’ coming to PC and next-gen consoles in 2014.

  by Andrew Dyce | Mar 5, 20136 Comments

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  Two ‘Tomb Raider’ Trailers & An Unboxing Video To Prepare Players For Survival

  ‘Tomb Raider’ players looking to get an edge up on survival tactics can check out two of the game’s new trailers for some very useful tips on becoming Lara Croft. Bonus: Tomb Raider Xbox 360 controller unboxing video.

  by Curt Hutson | Mar 1, 20131 Comment

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  Conan O’Brien Reviews ‘Tomb Raider’

  Is the new ‘Tomb Raider’ good enough to pass the test of the ‘Clueless Gamer,’ Conan O’Brien? Check out the late night host’s experience with Lara Croft now.

  by Andrew Dyce | Feb 26, 20138 Comments

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  Lara Croft Descends Through 11 Minutes of ‘Tomb Raider’ Gameplay

  Square Enix and Crystal Dynamics have released a new 11-minute trailer for ‘Tomb Raider,’ walking us through the various combat and navigation options at Lara Croft’s disposal.

  by Brian Sipple | Feb 11, 20134 Comments

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  New ‘Just Cause 3′ Rumors: Next-Gen, 2015 Release, Asynchronous Multiplayer

  Avalanche Studios CEO Christofer Sundberg has dropped some hints about ‘Just Cause 3,’ which is rumored to be a 2015 release for next-gen consoles.

  by Anthony Taormina | Feb 6, 20133 Comments

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  Trailer Roundup: Dead Space 3, Hitman: HD Trilogy, and Aliens: Colonial Marines

  Today we have a live-action ‘Dead Space 3′ launch trailer, a new ‘Aliens: Colonial Marines’ trailer, and a ‘Hitman: HD Trilogy’ launch trailer for your viewing pleasure.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jan 28, 20133 Comments

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  ‘Tomb Raider’ Achievements & Trophy List; Online Multiplayer Required

  The ‘Tomb Raider’ achievement and trophy list has leaked online – featuring a heavy emphasis on the game’s multiplayer mode. Are you worthy of ‘True Commitment’?

  by Ben Kendrick | Jan 21, 20138 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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  ‘Tomb Raider’ Multiplayer Announced by Crystal Dynamics

  Crystal Dynamics has announced that multiplayer is being developed for March’s highly anticipated ‘Tomb Raider.’ What might the mode add to Lara Croft’s dramatic survival reboot?

  by Brian Sipple | Dec 28, 20124 Comments

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  Game Rant’s 15 Most Anticipated Games of 2013

  As we close the book on 2012, the games set to be released in 2013 have our full attention. Here’s the list of those we most anticipate.

  by Andrew Dyce | Dec 22, 201247 Comments

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  ‘Tomb Raider’ Developer Diary Highlights Lara’s Skills, Upgrades

  The first of a series of ‘Tomb Raider’ developer diaries explores the three pillars of Lara Croft’s gameplay, and the importance of ‘Base Camps’ in upgrades and progression.

  by Andrew Dyce | Dec 17, 20123 Comments

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  GR Giveaway – Win An Agent 47 ‘Hitman: Absolution’ Prize Pack!

  To celebrate the release of ‘Hitman: Absolution’, Game Rant is giving away an awesome Agent 47 prize pack. Enter today!

  by Rob Keyes | Dec 10, 20124 Comments

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  Spike VGAs 2012: ‘Tomb Raider’ Trailer

  Square Enix and Crystal Dynamics debut a new action-heavy gameplay trailer for the ‘Tomb Raider’ reboot during the Spike VGAs.

  by Rob Keyes | Dec 9, 20123 Comments

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  ‘Dead Space’ Composer Scoring ‘Tomb Raider’

  Crystal Dynamics is putting plenty of effort into its ‘Tomb Raider’ reboot, even hiring ‘Dead Space’ composer Jason Graves to score the game.

  by Anthony Mole | Dec 2, 20125 Comments

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  This May Be First Teaser Concept Art for ‘Hitman 6′

  Amazing live sketches drawn by Square Enix Montreal’s Rasmus Poulsen and Leonid Enin may offer our first look at Agent 47 and a new enemy faction in ‘Hitman 6′.

  by Rob Keyes | Nov 27, 20125 Comments

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  What Does A Developer Switch Mean For ‘Hitman 6′?

  ‘Hitman: Absolution’ game director Tore Blystad discusses the change in developer and potential change in style for the unannounced ‘Hitman 6′.

  by Rob Keyes | Nov 26, 20124 Comments

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  ‘Hitman: Absolution’ Review

  After a six year absence, IO Interactive ushers in the return of Agent 47 in ‘Hitman: Absolution’. Read on for our review to see if the wait was justified.

  by Rob Keyes | Nov 19, 201214 Comments

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  Conan O’Brien Plays ‘Hitman: Absolution’

  ‘Hitman: Absolution’ walkthroughs and commentary from the developers are more than welcome but ‘clueless gamer’ Conan O’Brien’s insights prove to be far more valuable.

  by Andrew Dyce | Nov 16, 20123 Comments

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  ‘Tomb Raider’ Pre-Order Content Offered In Stages

  Square Enix is offering customers who pre-order next March’s ‘Tomb Raider’ up to three batches of retailer-specific bonus content. Check out all the details right here.

  by Jeff Schille | Oct 9, 20123 Comments

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  ‘Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX’ Announcement Trailer & Details

  In 2013, Square Enix will release ‘Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX,’ a remastered collection of three previous ‘Kindgom Hearts’ titles. Check out the first trailer right here!

  by Jeff Schille | Sep 24, 20128 Comments

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  Square Enix Reveals ‘Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy 13′

  As promised Square Enix revealed the next chapter in the Lightning Saga, which we now know will be titled ‘Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy 13.’

  by Anthony Taormina | Sep 1, 201216 Comments

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  ‘Final Fantasy 13′ Team Set to Reveal Next Game; Continues ‘Lightning Saga’

  Square Enix is teasing a new announcement from the ‘Final Fantasy 13′ team, saying it will be the next chapter in the ‘Lightning Saga’

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 22, 201214 Comments

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  ‘Hitman: Absolution’ Trailer Introduces ‘Contracts’ Mode

  Contracts is a new mode in ‘Hitman: Absolution’ that lets the players choose the kills. Learn more in the newest trailer for IO Interactive’s forthcoming sequel.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 15, 20124 Comments

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  Investigate the Latest ‘Sleeping Dogs’ Gameplay Trailer

  United Front Games and Square Enix offer the most extensive look at ‘Sleeping Dogs’ yet, with over 11 minutes of gameplay footage detailing Shen’s investigation of a serial killer.

  by Jeff Schille | Aug 2, 20127 Comments

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  Latest ‘Sleeping Dogs’ Trailer Brings The Big Guns

  Square Enix and United Front Games have released a new trailer for ‘Sleeping Dogs.’ Check out under-cover cop Wei Shen as he engages in some hard-boiled gunplay.

  by Jeff Schille | Aug 1, 201214 Comments

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  The Next ‘Final Fantasy 13′ Project Will Be Announced Sept. 1

  ‘Final Fantasy 13/13-2′ producer Yoshinori Kitase offers new details on the ‘Final Fantasy 13′ related announcement set to take place during September’s Final Fantasy 25th Anniversary event.

  by Jeff Schille | Aug 1, 201210 Comments

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  ‘Final Fantasy’ Coming to OUYA; Square Enix Announces Partnership

  OUYA has announced that ‘Final Fantasy 3′ will be one of its very first launch titles, the first in what is purported to be a long relationship between the developer and the exciting new platform.

  by Anthony Taormina | Aug 1, 20121 Comment

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  ‘Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn’ Announced For PC & PS3

  Check out the debut trailer for ‘Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn.’ The latest evolution of Square Enix’s Final Fantasy MMO is ‘coming soon’ to PC and PS3.

  by Jeff Schille | Jul 26, 20122 Comments

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  ‘Final Fantasy Versus 13′ Is Still In Development

  Square Enix CEO Yoichi Wada used Twitter to set the record straight on ‘Final Fantasy Versus 13.’ Contrary to recent rumors, the game is still very much in development.

  by Jeff Schille | Jul 24, 20124 Comments

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  ‘Final Fantasy Versus 13′ Cancelled, ’13-3′ Announcement Forthcoming

  Though the future is looking pretty bleak for ‘Final Fantasy Versus 13′ it appears that Square Enix might be ready to announce the rumored ‘Final Fantasy 13-3′.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jul 21, 201238 Comments

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  ‘Tomb Raider’ Hands-On Preview

  Crystal Dynamics has finally allowed the public a hands-on demo of ‘Tomb Raider’ during Comic-Con 2012 – including a look at upgradable skills and the ‘survival instinct.’

  by Tyler Schirado | Jul 17, 20122 Comments

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  First ‘Tomb Raider’ Web Documentary Focuses on Camilla Luddington

  Zachary Levi interviews Camilla Luddington in the first episode of a web series preceding the interactive documentary ‘The Final Hours of Tomb Raider.’ Watch it here!

  by Jeff Schille | Jul 10, 20123 Comments

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  ‘Deus Ex: Human Revolution’ Film Rights Acquired by CBS Films

  ‘Deus Ex: Human Revolution’ is joining the likes of ‘Assassin’s Creed’ and ‘Mass Effect’ as one of the more recent video game to film adaptations.

  by Anthony Taormina | Jul 10, 201210 Comments