13 years ago
Fancy King of the Hill
New videos have been released showcasing one of The Fancy Pants Adventures’ new multiplayer modes, King of the Hill. Above is creator Brad Borne explaining the new mode, and more gameplay videos are available after the jump. The objective of the new mode is to get as many squiggles (the game’s main collectible) as you can, and try to keep control of the hill below the squiggle cannon. In the videos you can see some of the combat which will be unlocked in the game, and the various character customization options. The Fancy Pants Adventures will be available this spring.
13 years ago
Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime launch trailer
To celebrate the release of Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime Atari has released another trailer for the game. Truthfully it’s nothing we haven’t already seen, but it does give a …
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13 years ago
Seisou Kouki Strania – everything you want to know
Seisou Kouki Strania, the upcoming shooter for Xbox Live Arcade actually has an English title, Strania — The Stella Machina —. Several details were also recently revealed for the game, along with a gallery of screenshots, some artwork, and a link to the English trailer.
Strania will feature cooperative play for up to two players. Multiplayer can be played locally over Xbox Live, and the game features drop-in, drop-out coop, meaning your buddy can jump right in and out when on a couch or over Live. The player pilots a mech that can be equipped with a variety of weapons, including both long-range weapons such as lasers and rockets, as well as melee weapons such as swords to take on enemies up close and personal. The story is set in a futuristic world involving an alien invasion:
The paths of two advanced civilizations cross as Strania attempts to defend its planet from the approaching Vower army. Armed in powerful mecha able to carry a variety of weapons, the Stranian special task force, the Stella Machina, set out on a preemptive strike against the artificial beings. In order to give their home planet a chance to overcome the oppressors, the Stella Machina must destroy Vower’s massive particle weapon “Gunrock” and create an opening for the fleet to attack the Vower base settling on the frontline.
Developer G.rev have also announced the first DLC for the game, SIDE VOWER. In SIDE VOWER players take control of a the antagonists of the main game, sent to recapture a planet held sacred by them. The DLC will feature new stages, new music and the story as told from the Vower faction’s perspective.
Strania — The Stella Machina — will be available March 30 for 800MSP. In the meantime check out the screens, art, and English trailer after the break. The original Japanese trailer can be found here.
13 years ago
Fireburst showing off destructive multiplayer
Destructive racing has always been great in gaming and Fireburst looks to continue that trend in this new trailer. In this on and off-road racing game, players will be …
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13 years ago
New images from Skullgirls
Twelve new screenshots have been released for the upcoming fighter, Skullgirls. The game is in development at Reverge Labs and features art by Alex Ahad of the Scott Pilgrim fame. No official announcement has been made that the game is coming to XBLA, but the developer’s focus is to “[create] high-quality downloadable and online games.” Check out additional screenshots after the jump.
Source: Gamergeddon
13 years ago
Trine 2 sets the new visual standard for XBLA games
Trine 2, and upcoming platformer for XBLA, PC and PSN, looks incredibly stunning. Who would have ever guessed so much life could be put into a 2.5D side-scrolling adventure? …
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13 years ago
Swarmite Sensitivity
Swarmites are coming to XBLA this Wednesday, but that’s not the only place they’re showing up. You may also see them as a new employee in your workplace. If you …
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13 years ago
New screenshots of From Dust look wonderful
Ubisoft held a preview event to show off more from the promising downloadable title, From Dust. The game, designed by Eric Chahi of Out Of This World fame, will be coming out this year for XBLA. Catch the new screenshots after the break.
13 years ago
Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime developer diary #2
The second developer diary for Ghostbusters: Sanctum of Slime has been released. Jonathan Moses, producer for the game details some of the game’s enemies and locations. It’s short, but …
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13 years ago
How Xbox Live enforcement works
At PAX East this past weekend Xbox Live staffer Boris Erickson demonstrated their enforcement process for reported users. The video below showcases Microsoft’s “Vulcan” tool which allows staff to easily sort through and process reported gamertags and profiles. You can also see the November 2010 video from PAX proper after the jump.