PC gaming
1C Entertainment Announces Realpolitiks II Coming This Fall
One world conflict is never enough. Today, 1C Entertainment and developer Jujubee are announcing Realpolitiks II, their grand strategy follow-up to 2017’s Realpolitiks. Set to launch this fall on PCs via Steam and other streaming platforms, Realpolitiks II is intended to expand and improve on the gameplay of its predecessor in a variety of ways.
GAEMS Announces Indiegogo Campaign for Guardian Pro XP Gaming Environment
GAEMS, makers of portable gaming environments capable of turning nearly any console system into an easily mobile platform, have just announced an Indiegogo campaign for their upcoming Guardian Pro XP gaming environment. Originally announced in January, the Guardian Pro XP is positioned as the go-to portable environment for pro gamers, serious streamers, and content creators who need the capabiliti...[Read More]
Echogear – Interview with Kathryn Pond
“Is this one yours?” I say, pulling a bag into view, to the woman in front of me standing tiptoe in an attempt to peer into the overhead compartments. “Yes! Thank you!” She responds gratefully, accepting the bag, “You here for PAX East?” Her keen eyes taking notice of my assortment of nerdy branded clothes. This is how I was introduced to Kathryn Pond from Echogear, having both just landed in Bost...[Read More]
Sinner Sacrifice PAX Hands On Preview.
For all the players hankering for a Dark Souls 4, or a Bloodborne 2, Another Indie and Dark Star Game Studios are providing a game to quell said hankering. Their game Sinner: Sacrifice for Redemption, is a boss battler that is quite similar to the caliber of Dark Souls or Bloodborne. It is similar in both play style, as well as the gothic horror art components that make these games so memorable, a...[Read More]
Horizon Chase Turbo PAX Hands-On Preview
Being only the tender age of 19, I am too young to feel adequate nostalgia for the 80s and 90s racing games. I can, however, recognize a beautiful game when I see one. Which is exactly what Horizon Chase Turbo by Aquiris Game Studios is. Drawing from games like Out Run, Lotus Turbo Challenge, Top Gear (SNES), and Rush, Horizon Chase Turbo seeks to resurrect and reinvent that classic era of racing....[Read More]
My Memory of Us PAX East Hands-On Preview
Perhaps my favorite game at PAX this year was My Memory of Us by Juggler Games. Taking place under Nazi occupation, the player takes the controls as a tag team little boy and girl. In spite of possessing the adult themes of the Holocaust, My Memory of Us manages to make this game that is suitable for almost all ages. By replacing actual Nazis with “Bad Robots” they create an adventure puzzler that...[Read More]
Antigraviator PAX Hands-On Preview
Set in the not so distant future of 2210, the game Antigraviator by Iceberg Interactive and Cybernetic Walrus provides a new take on the anti-gravity racing genre. After watching a couple races played, I was able to take a spin as well. And I was almost immediately became immersed into the beautiful and sleek landscape. Additionally, as I talked with the developer afterward, it was clear how much ...[Read More]
Headsnatchers PAX East Hands-On Preview
Combining the likes of the Mii Maker on the Wii and arcade games everywhere, the game Headsnatchers by Iceberg Interactive and Iguanabee, provides a unique take on the classic mini arcade style. During my time at PAX East, I had the delightful experience of getting to try this game first hand and also chat with some of the developers. When I was first introduced to this game, after struggling with...[Read More]
Kaet Must Die PAX Hands-On Preview
Have you ever felt like the world was against you? Well, in Kaet Must Die by Strength in Numbers Game Studios, it definitely is. There is not a being alive that does not want you dead. It is your job as the player, to survive long enough to uncover the shrouded mysteries, and solve the various puzzles. This is no easy feat, however.
NVIDIA’s Latest “Prepare For Battle” Bundle with Ubisoft
NVIDIA just released a brand new bundle called, “Prepare For Battle,” on January 31st, 2017. If you purchase a GeForce GTX 1080, GTX 1070 GPU, PC Gaming System or Laptop, you’ll have a choice in selecting a free copy of Ubisoft’s For Honor or Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands.
Acer’s New Predator 21 X Laptop is Downright Scary
Building computers is a fascinating hobby when making them for gaming. I’ve seen some crazy builds by some friends, as well as the insane projects from people around the world. This sort of epic PC never really translated well into Laptops, with only a select group of companies actually making systems capable at high level gaming. Acer has changed the game with their new Predator 21 X series...[Read More]
Backlog Burndown #007 – Episodic Gain, Old School Pain
Greetings Backloggers! Welcome to column 007, where if I were planning better, I would have gone and played one of the various James Bond games lurking in my backlog. Instead, I set out with a plan to knock out a seemingly easy SEGA classic that’s been in my backlog in one form or another since picking up Sonic’s Ultimate Genesis Collection for my PS3 back in 2009.