Category: Game Preview

8 Bit Adventures 2 Comes to Consoles (PS/SW/XB)

Australian developer Critical Games released their hit JRPG 8-Bit Adventures 2 on PC last year. Flushed from its success, and the critical fanfare it received from media, they’re eager to announce that the console versions – PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch – will release on October 16th 2024.

“After seven years of work developing and self-funding 8-Bit Adventures 2, I was overwhelmed and delighted with the positive response that the PC version received. The central storyline, cast, and battle system hooked fans of the RPG genre, and I look forward to sharing this experience with console players.” – Joshua Hallaran.

Game experience

Explore and immerse yourself in a vast and varied world, brought to life by vibrant 8-Bit graphics, memorable NES-accurate music, and an unforgettable cast of characters.

Players can enjoy strategic, dynamic turn-based combat which focuses on unique character skills, swapping party members, managing the turn order, and unleashing powerful Team Attacks and Omega Burst finishing moves – no random battles or mandatory grinding required.

A perfect entry point into the series, this is a story for new and returning players alike!

Features

  • Airship Travel – fly across an expansive World Map, filled with character-driven Side-Quests & challenging Super Boss battles!
  • Nostalgia Perfected – vivid & vibrant Pixel Art visuals, with an enchanting & unforgettable Chiptune OST.
  • Uplifting, Story-Rich Adventure which blends Fantasy and Sci-Fi.
  • 30-40 Hours Playtime.
  • Turn-Based Battles with Depth and Strategy. Freely swap allies mid-combat, and unleash Team Attacks or Omega Burst finishing moves!
  • No Random Battles – enemies are always visible on the map.
  • Seven Playable Characters, including a blind martial artist and an Exterminator-class robot.
  • Constant Variety – everything from exploring ancient ruins to solving a robot murder mystery!
  • Tightly Paced Story which balances the classic JRPG experience with modern design.
  • A Tragic Villain with a Unique Twist – save the world from a vengeful Glitch!

The Story & Objective
When a mistreated child with impossible powers threatens to reshape the world, a hero’s disappearance kicks off a grand adventure – and a battle for survival!

This boy has unleashed chaos across the globe; raising an undead army, possessing a squadron of deadly airships, poisoning the land, and imprisoning an entire continent far above the clouds. He believes that this upheaval will create a new, more perfect world – a world which will have a place for him.

Granted special powers by an omniscient computer, the player must stop the boy before it’s too late. But can they also save him? Or was his fate sealed at birth?


Put simply, 8-Bit Adventures 2 features everything fans love about classic JRPGs. An earnest, engaging storyline; relatable, easy-to-love characters; strategic turn-based combat; deep party customization; an unforgettable soundtrack; and a large, fantastical world – traversed by Airship, and brought to life by vibrant 8-Bit inspired visuals.

While it may be a sequel, anyone can jump into this brand new adventure!

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2” Launches Today (PC, PS5, XSX

 Focus Entertainment and developer Saber Interactive are thrilled to present the official launch trailer for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Years of passion, dedication, and hard work have gone into the creation of this action-packed, guns-blazing, third-person shooter where players will defend the Imperium as one of humanity’s strongest warriors against the horrors of the galaxy. The game is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

Across all modes, embody the brutality and superhuman skill of a Space Marine as you fight against the worst the galaxy has to offer. Smash xenos skulls in close combat with incredible strength and a flesh-sundering chainsword. Unleash heavy weaponry with the power to decimate whole battlefields and annihilate the enemies of Mankind. Combine the two in a whirlwind of bloody combat as you bring victory for humanity.

Enjoy the campaign on your own or with friends as every mode is fully co-op-enabled, with customizable characters for PvE missions and PvP battles that can be upgraded as you play. More content is also on the way with new missions, enemies, weapons, and much more now in development for post-launch support! More details in our post-launch roadmap below:

Coming Soon ‘Drova – Forsaken Kin’ – A Brutal World + New Trailer (PC/SW/XB/PS4/5) RPG

  Many of you may remember me posting about Drova-Forsaken kin earlier in the year. Now we are back with a new Trailer,and while I can’t say exactly when it will release I can. Oh my mistake I can tell you,October 15th. For those like me that have been waiting for awhile,the wait is almost over. Check out the trailer that shows some amazing graphics, interesting fights and what seems like one hell of a story. Best wishes and may the gaming gods bring you glory.

Gamescom: Focus & Saber Reveal “RoadCraft” at Opening Night Live (PC, PS5, XSX)

Just a quick post to show Roadcraft, the newest title revealed from Focus and Saber.

Take control of your fleet of construction vehicles to overcome the toughest challenges. Use your bulldozer to clear blocked paths, mobilize your heavy transporter to carry multiple vehicles, and operate your cranes, whether fixed or mobile, to lift containers and equipment with precision. Reactivate a factory by reconnecting it to the power grid with your cable layer, spread hot asphalt using your paver, and perfectly flatten it with your roller to create new roads.

Explore and unlock more than 40 vehicles as you progress through a captivating campaign. Each object, based on its mass and size, can be moved and manipulated to achieve your goals. Use materials like sand, wood, and tar to transform the terrain and facilitate the passage of your vehicles. Every resource found can be crucial for reconstruction! Supply factories and sand quarries to ensure a continuous production of resources needed for building roads and bridges. As the operations chief, plan the routes for your transport trucks on the map and ensure no obstacle impedes their path!

Features:

  • Rebuild devastated areas solo or in co-op mode for up to four players in a simulation featuring advanced physics.
  • Operate more than 40 vehicles, from bulldozers to construction cranes.
  • Work in various regions around the world with eight maps, each 4 km² in size.
  • Manipulate materials such as wood, sand and asphalt using Saber’s new physics engine.
  • Construct new roads and bridges to facilitate movement across rugged terrain.
  • Plot point-to-point routes on your map to guide your logistics convoys and recycle every piece of debris into reconstruction materials.

RoadCraft is planned for release in 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Wishlist now!

ARK Series Publisher Snail Games Announces New “Open Universe” AAA Title, For The Stars

Snail Games USA are pleased to officially announce their new AAA space-themed “open universe” survival title, For The Stars, coming to PC, PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Playing as an intrepid explorer and scientist, For The Stars invites you to travel from world to world, uncovering the secrets of alien civilizations, seeking out rare and exotic creatures and harnessing resources to tame the deadly biomes you encounter on a vast array of diverse planets waiting to be explored. 

In For The Stars‘ ambitious persistent multiplayer universe, you will establish and expand outposts across the cosmos, conquer the challenges of hostile biomes, forge alliances and build a legacy that spans the galaxy.

Key Features

  • Diverse Worlds: Each planet you visit offers new challenges and rewards, with distinct ecosystems, creatures and resources. From lush, verdant worlds to barren, rocky landscapes, the variety ensures no two explorations are the same.
  • Strange Alien Ruins: Discover remnants of lost civilizations, ancient ruins, and hidden treasures that tell the stories of the cosmos.
  • Unique Resources: Collect and harness strange resources found on different planets. Build advanced outposts, craft powerful tools, and develop cutting-edge technology needed to overcome each world’s challenges.
  • Advanced Construction: Establish and expand outposts on various planets. Balance your needs with laboratories, factories, and living quarters. Your ingenuity and strategy will determine the success of your colonies and determine if they can withstand the trials of space.
  • Extensive Research: Start with advanced technologies that you can innovate on. Unlock new technologies by studying alien artifacts and natural phenomena. Research to help you overcome specific challenges, build more efficient outposts, create advanced equipment, and explore further into the unknown.
  • Customizable Spacecraft: Design and build your own spacecraft to travel between planets. Each ship can be tailored to your specific needs using resources and technology you have found, whether it’s for combat, exploration, or resource gathering.
  • Dynamic Combat: Engage in fast-paced combat using both futuristic weapons and special abilities with alien origins. Customize your arsenal for counterplay against hostile alien creatures, enemy players, and other threats. 
  • Multiplayer Exploration: Team up with friends or make new allies as you explore the galaxy together in a persistent multiplayer universe. Collaborate on building projects, share discoveries, and tackle challenges as a united front. Choose to enter contested regions to fight other players for control of the galaxy.

“We’re thrilled to finally officially announce For The Stars after three years of development,” said Primus Majda, Game Director on For The Stars. “We are gamers first and foremost. We love survival games and Snail has a lot of experience with them. We have an ambitious game in mind, and we are taking what we’ve learned from other projects to make it happen. Our goal is to create a game that’s played like a sandbox survival game but has the impact of a 4x galaxy civilization game.”

For The Stars
For The Stars Steam page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1415230/For_The_Stars/
X: x.com/playforthestars
YouTube :youtube.com/@PlayForTheStars
Instagram: instagram.com/playforthestarsgame
Tiktok: tiktok.com/@playforthestars 
For The Stars Discord: https://t.co/AhJAgIXZhy 

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2” Extended Multiplayer Gameplay Video

A month before its release, Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive have premiered a new trailer for the highly-anticipated third-person action game Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. This seven-minute extended multiplayer gameplay video shows off the game’s Operations (PvE) and Eternal War (PvP) modes in action for the first time since their reveal at the Warhammer Skulls Festival in May. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 will be released on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and the Epic Games Store on September 9 and will be playable as soon as September 5 for those who pre-order the Gold or Ultra Edition!

Fight With Your Friends… or Against Them!

Whether playing in Operations (PvE) or Eternal War (PvP), you’ll choose one of six playable classes (Tactical, Assault, Vanguard, Bulwark, Sniper, and Heavy) and earn Armoury Data and Requisition Points to spend on your Space Marine’s appearance through the game’s deep customization system. You can either unlock the game’s many Chapter presets, or create your own custom Chapters by piecing together individual cosmetic items, be it armor or weapon skins! The more you play, the more cosmetics you will earn!

More Missions, Enemies & Weapons to Release Through Free Updates

Following the release on September 9, Space Marine 2 players will receive new “Operations” missions, PvP maps, enemies, and weapons through regular free updates available to all. In addition to this free content, Season Pass owners will be granted additional cosmetics and Chapter heraldry through seasonal, themed DLC celebrating the many fan-favorite factions of the Warhammer 40,000 universe. More details will be shared very soon.

 “Atlas Fallen: Reign of Sand” Free Content Overhaul Out Now (PC, PS5, XSX)

Get ready to rediscover Atlas Fallen with Reign of Sand, a massive, free overhaul update that refines your experience in this action-packed RPG where you control the power of the sand. Packed with new content and features, Reign of Sand is the ultimate version of Atlas Fallen and promises to elevate your solo or co-op adventure with a wealth of improvements, perfect for both returning players and newcomers alike. Available now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, Focus Entertainment and Deck13 are pleased to present what’s waiting for you for Atlas Fallen: Reign of Sand.

Strike Protocol Available Now

Strike Protocol Available Now New Action-Strategy Free-to-Play Multiplayer Title is Out Now in Early Access on Steam and Epic Games Store
 ZAGREB, CROATIA – August 5, 2024 – GD Entertainment today announced their new asynchronous action-strategy multiplayer game, Strike Protocol, is out now for Early Access on Steam and Epic Games Store.  Engage in an immersive multiplayer adventure that blends base management and exciting raids. In Strike Protocol, players choose to be Infiltrator or Commander, where the former raids bases constructed by the latter. Strike Protocol is available now via Early Access as a free-to-play game on Steam and the Epic Games Store.

Strike Protocol Features:

  • Infiltrator Mode – Undertake missions to breach enemy bases, navigate traps, defeat enemies, and earn valuable rewards.
  • Commander Mode – Build and defend your base with intricate layouts, traps, and defending bots to challenge infiltrators.
  • Customization – Equip your character with weapons such as rifles, SMGs, shotguns, and miniguns, each with unique attacks and special abilities.
  • Rewards – Earn weapons, gear, and Credits through successful infiltrations, defenses, daily quests, weekly quests, and special events.

ABOUT STRIKE PROTOCOL
Get ready to explore the fascinating world of Strike Protocol. This groundbreaking multiplayer adventure seamlessly blends managing player-constructed bases in an open sandbox environment with the thrill of raiding other player-made bases. In this gripping experience, players go beyond just playing – they conquer, taking on the roles of skilled Infiltrators or strategic Commanders. Whether you are building challenging bases or embarking on daring missions to dominate the creations of other players, get ready for an epic gaming journey.

Cabin Crew Life Simulator Preview

Cabin Crew Simulator is a title I recently learned about where you take on the role of, as the name says, a member of a plane’s cabin crew. You start by designing a female crew member, and then you get to work doing various things like delivering drinks and food on flights. There will also be emergency situations to handle decisions on what food and beverages are available and much more. Check out the trailer below and feel free to check it out on Steam.

CONSCRIPT PS5 Review

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to play an old-school Resident Evil title that took place in WW1? Conscript answers that question, and thanks to Team 17 and Catch Weight Studio we have an answer. Huge thank you to them for sending me a copy of this one.

The game takes place in 1916 during what is also known as The Great War. You play the role of a soldier at the battle of Verdun, battling in the trenches to survive. From smacking people with your trusty shovel to blasting them with a shotgun, everything has a gritty survival horror feel to it.

The top-down view, inventory management and even the vague hints about where to go are all present here. The game truly is a throwback to what many consider the glory days of survival horror. Inventory space is at a premium as you trudge around finding keys, ammo, and weapons to fight enemy soldiers who want to kill you.

The money situation is also time-appropriate. You are trading cigarettes for upgrades, new weapons, and anything else you need. This does give it a more realistic feel as even today in the military you can toss a guy some smokes and usually get some good trade value. I once got a candy bar for 3 of them back when I was in the Army.

The game itself functions very well. Unlike the days of the old tank controls shooting enemies is as easy as you would hope. The map at the touch of a button from the very beginning is nice because nothing is worse than being lost for no reason. I also never encountered any sort of cheap kills that I felt were unfair. The game just has a dangerous gritty feel to it, and it will make you earn your wins but through skill.

This game isn’t for everyone however,it is short ( there is a trophy for beating it in under 3 hours) and while the story is nice it won’t be for everyone. The gameplay while fluid is also dated to many. It is a 8/10 title for fans of the genre, I would even call it a must-buy for them. But it is one for the fans and won’t really attract new people. Best wishes and may the gaming gods bring you glory