Loadout Launch Goes Into Matchmaking Hell
The new free-to-play title from developers Edge of Reality recently launched on Steam. However instead of a smooth and successful release, the game has encountered a big problem. The game upon launch has been criticised for having poor matchmaking queue times. We aren't talking a few minutes more than normal,…
Octodad: Dadliest Catch Out Now On Steam And GOG
Octodad: Dadliest Catch captures the difficulties of being a married father of two, as well as being an anthropomorphic cephalopod. Available now on Steam and Good Old Games, this kickstarter title is a mix of QWOP style gameplay and a 1950's style comedy. Currently on sale at 20% off, the…
Free Assassin With New Elder Scrolls
Offering free games as an incentive to purchase a new title is one of the best marketing strategies in the book, and Ubisoft have struck an exclusive deal with Bethesda to promote both of their latest releases. If you buy the Imperial Edition of The Elder Scrolls Online, you will…
Shadowrun Returns: Dragonfall Trailer Has Expansion Set For February Release
Shadowrun Returns: Dragonfall may have slipped from its original release window of January, but thankfully the delay is not a long one. Now set to come out February 27, cyber-punk fans have less than a month to look forward to the first expansion to last years original release. Crossing the…
Nordic Retailer Taking Pre-Orders for GTA V on PC
According to a recent exchange between Nordic retailers Elgiganten and Gamereactor, the PC version of GTA V is going to be available for pre-order this Friday. This information was confirmed to Gamereactor by a manager of one of the Swedish stores, despite the fact that Rockstar have yet to make…
Bioshock Infinite: Burial at Sea – Episode 2 Opening Raises Even More Questions
Bioshock Infinite's first story-based DLC, Burial at Sea Episode 1, was a whirlwind of nostalgia and confusion. Questions were raised that weren't truly answered, and Rapture was as gloriously decadent as ever, but what is it all going towards? Don't expect to glean any clues from the opening minutes of…
GOG.com celebrates 30 years of PC gaming with a DRM free sale
Good Old Games is having a sale today including many retro titles. As a celebration of thirty years of commercial PC gaming, the sale is a tribute to where gaming started, and will include plenty of older, DRM free titles. The sale will work in a unique way, in that…
Titanfall’s Beta Dates Have Been Confirmed
The French gaming website xboxgen have reported that one of there sources has confirmed that the Titanfall Beta will be available from February 14th to the 19th. This was further backed up via some pictures of in store advertisements the source had obtained. "Prepare for the beta coming the 14/02"…
VVVVVV Creator’s Copyright Claim Rejected By Youtube
Terry Cavanagn, creator of indie platformer VVVVVV, was subject to a copyright claim on one of his own trailers when Youtube implemented their Content ID system late last year. He disputed the claim, appealing to Youtube as he owns the right to the musical track used in the VVVVVV trailer,…
Thief To Contain “Nudity” and “Strong Sexual Content”
In the rating for upcoming stealth title, Thief 4, the Entertainment Software Rating Board have 'awarded' Eidos-Montreal's game a "mature" rating for containing a few naughty sections which suggest some in-game nudity. The spoiler-free ESRB synopsis gave Thief this rating due to "Blood, Nudity, Strong Language, Strong Sexual Content, Use of…
Strike Vector Ready to Launch Later This Month
Strike Vector, the futuristic flying fighter (Flyter?), will be launching January 28 after spending a few weeks in beta, according to VG247. Giving itself a few weeks to work out the kinks, those who want to play Rage Quit Corporation's sci-fi fighter won't have to wait long. Launching on steam…
Magicka: Wizard Wars Duel Mode Trailer
Magicka: Wizard Wars is getting a 1 v 1 Duel Mode, which does exactly what it says on the tin - rather than play a team deathmatch or a free for all, this mode keeps things pure with just a straight up fight between fellow wizards. Developed by Paradox North,…
The Amazing Spider-Man 2 Video Game Début Trailer Features an Old Enemy and Some New Tricks
Beenox are back with yet another Spider-Man game, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, coming Spring 2014 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3, Xbox One and Xbox 360, Wii U, 3DS and for Windows PC. You once again play as Peter Parker as he still seeks to find his beloved Uncle Ben's killer, and…
Become Infamous In The Next Big Payday 2 Update
Payday 2 will soon be receiving a free update aimed at making sure long-term players stay interested. Detailed on the games official site, Infamy will reset level 100 only players to 0, wiping levels, talent points, and wipe all of your non-offshore money as well as costing $200,000,000 in offshore…
Tomb Raider Definitive Edition Trailer Shows Off The Next Gen Lara
All of the new graphical upgrades on Tomb Raider's main character Lara Croft are extensively highlighted in this upgrade of sorts developed by Crystal Dynamics. Tomb Raider was originally released last year on PS3, PC and Xbox 360, and was praised for its action segments, blockbuster presentation and its tomb…
Counter Strike: Global Offensive Operation Bravo Extended
Fans who were worried about the end of the Operation Bravo event have something to be excited about today as Valve announced via its official Counter Strike page that the Operation Bravo event will extended until February 5th. The Operation Bravo event allows players to play on new maps created…
Alienware Will Release Steam Machines Annually Without The Ability To Upgrade Parts
Alienware have made the controversial decision to release a new Steam Machine every year. Not only that, but they will be hardware locked, preventing the ability to upgrade the system as time progresses. Talking to TrustedReviews, Alienware General Manager Frank Azor confirmed that to play the latest PC games on…
Resident Evil 4 HD Coming to PC
Capcom have announced that the ultimate HD edition of Resident Evil 4 is on its way to PC. Available worldwide through Steam, with addition retail copies for those in Europe, the remastered survival horror is set to launch on February 28th. Resident Evil 4 is highly regarded as one of…
Titanfall’s Alpha Gameplay Videos Look Incredibly Fun
As I have said time and time before, I am not the biggest fan of First Person Shooters, but Titanfall is just so fun to play it has slowly started to change my mind ever since I played it first-hand at Gamescom last year. Now, the game is currently undergoing…
Age of Empires II: The Forgotten Review
Age of Empires II HD was released on Steam earlier this year, with a great reception. Tons of new and old fans returned to the fields of historical warfare and enjoyed creating their own content with the world builder and Steam Workshop. Recently, there was an announcement revealing a new…
Nether Adds Motorcycles, New Objectives & New Features
The urban survival game Nether has today updated with a shiny new vehicular option for its players. Phosphor games has now added motorcycles to the game, as well as the option to form large gangs with other players. These groups can see each other on the game's map, as well…