Steam Page: http://store.steampowered.com/app/236450/
Source: Youtube Channel Laurent Bosch
PAC-MAN Championship Edition DX+ had 8 DLCs announced for it before the game released which was offered for free for those who pre-order the game. If you had pre-ordered the game, you would have 4 extra courses, 3 skins, and 2 BGMs. I pre-ordered the game for $2 less on Green Man Gaming thinking that even if the game got a discount with the DLCs, it'd still cost around the same price so I might as well get it now while it still offered the DLCs. One of the 2 BGMs offered is Pac-Steps. When I first saw the name, I was thinking it'd be a Dub-Step iteration with sampling of the classic jingle from the original. The thought was both interesting and frightening at the same time. Thankfully, the track turned out to be Drum 'n Bass/Jungle (I guess it's referring to variations of DnB like Hardstep/Trancestep). The song isn't too heavy so it has a bit of a laid back feel to it while still sounding fast and urgent which matches the hectic speed of the game. It starts off sounding a bit more organic with real sounding instruments as it transitions to faster beats with a more synthesized drum kit. The courses are great additions to the game and the skins are fun little aesthetic changes, but the addition of this song made it really worth it.
Sadly, I can't say the same for the other BGM DLC "Re-entrance". It's essentially a remix of the Main Menu theme used in-game which I didn't really like. The game is a lot of fun and I'm very glad they brought it to PC, but there are some problems with it that I'll probably address when I do a review. If you already have the game on consoles, it should have upgraded to the new stuff for free while those who have the main game on Steam but not the DLCs can get Pac-Steps for $.99.
Monday, September 30, 2013
Friday, September 27, 2013
NewNews - Mighty No.9 Documentary Episode 0
Kickstarter Page: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mightyno9/mighty-no-9
Source: Youtube Channel 2PlayerProductions
It was already mentioned that 2 Player Productions was going to document the development of Mighty No. 9 and keep the supports, fans, and followers of the game up to date with its progress. This particular episode was recorded before the game was announced and before the Kickstarter was launched. Speaking of which, there are 4 days left to back Mighty No.9. Also, the development team has reached out to the public to choose, out of 9 designs, which concept should be finalized as the Heroine "Call" for the Mighty No. 9 game.
Mighty No. 9 is an Action-Platformer led by Keiji Inafune, who has worked on titles such as the Megaman series, with his pool of talented, veteran game developers. The game is set to launch in 2015 and was announced earlier this month which has reached out to over 45,000 backers to support this project.
Source:
-Kotaku - One Of These With Be Mighty No. 9's Heroine. You Decide.
(I think most of us know Mr. Fahey meant to say "Will" and not "With").
Source: Youtube Channel 2PlayerProductions
It was already mentioned that 2 Player Productions was going to document the development of Mighty No. 9 and keep the supports, fans, and followers of the game up to date with its progress. This particular episode was recorded before the game was announced and before the Kickstarter was launched. Speaking of which, there are 4 days left to back Mighty No.9. Also, the development team has reached out to the public to choose, out of 9 designs, which concept should be finalized as the Heroine "Call" for the Mighty No. 9 game.
Mighty No. 9 is an Action-Platformer led by Keiji Inafune, who has worked on titles such as the Megaman series, with his pool of talented, veteran game developers. The game is set to launch in 2015 and was announced earlier this month which has reached out to over 45,000 backers to support this project.
Source:
-Kotaku - One Of These With Be Mighty No. 9's Heroine. You Decide.
(I think most of us know Mr. Fahey meant to say "Will" and not "With").
Thursday, September 26, 2013
GameLight - Wonder Flick
JP Site: http://www.wonderflick.jp/
Source: Youtube Channel Jeuxvideo24
From the makers of Professor Layton comes another game for mobile devices. It seems Level-5 has really taken a liking to making games on mobile devices lately and their newest RPG is no exception. More than that, their idea for this game is one that players can enjoy over many different platforms with the same progress intact. So with this "Wonder Flick" game, you can play it on iOS, Android, Wii U, PS Vita, PS3, PS4, and Xbox One (or at least that's the plan) and the progress will be kept in the cloud/servers so that you can continue where you left off on any console. As the name suggests, the player will be "Flicking" little coin icons to perform actions: Attack, using potions, defending, special attacks, etc.
What I'm more interested in is the soundtrack. Did you happen to see whose name flashed in the trailer? Nobuo Uematsu of Final Fantasy fame had his name appear in the trailer with a music note which usually tells the viewer who is responsible for the music for that trailer. Whether Uematsu will be responsible for all the music in the game is unclear at the moment, but it's something to look out for. As for the game itself, it seems rather gimmicky and heavily focused on the mobile gaming audience. But who knows, it might turn out to be really fun! Where's the 3DS version? I see this working better on 3DS than on PS Vita in terms of mechanics. The game will be available in Japan on iOS and Android in November 2013 while PS3, PS Vita, PS4, Wii U, and Xbox One versions will be available sometime in 2014. No Western release has been announced thus far.
Source:
-Kotaku - No, This Next-Gen RPG Isn't Called "Wonder F**k"
Source: Youtube Channel Jeuxvideo24
From the makers of Professor Layton comes another game for mobile devices. It seems Level-5 has really taken a liking to making games on mobile devices lately and their newest RPG is no exception. More than that, their idea for this game is one that players can enjoy over many different platforms with the same progress intact. So with this "Wonder Flick" game, you can play it on iOS, Android, Wii U, PS Vita, PS3, PS4, and Xbox One (or at least that's the plan) and the progress will be kept in the cloud/servers so that you can continue where you left off on any console. As the name suggests, the player will be "Flicking" little coin icons to perform actions: Attack, using potions, defending, special attacks, etc.
What I'm more interested in is the soundtrack. Did you happen to see whose name flashed in the trailer? Nobuo Uematsu of Final Fantasy fame had his name appear in the trailer with a music note which usually tells the viewer who is responsible for the music for that trailer. Whether Uematsu will be responsible for all the music in the game is unclear at the moment, but it's something to look out for. As for the game itself, it seems rather gimmicky and heavily focused on the mobile gaming audience. But who knows, it might turn out to be really fun! Where's the 3DS version? I see this working better on 3DS than on PS Vita in terms of mechanics. The game will be available in Japan on iOS and Android in November 2013 while PS3, PS Vita, PS4, Wii U, and Xbox One versions will be available sometime in 2014. No Western release has been announced thus far.
Source:
-Kotaku - No, This Next-Gen RPG Isn't Called "Wonder F**k"
Wednesday, September 25, 2013
GameLight - Puyo Puyo Tetris
Source: Youtube Channel puyosega
Amitie is back with more Puyo Puyo going up against Tetris! A Puyo Puyo crossover with Tetris isn't too surprising, but it's finally being made. I've been a fan of both games for the longest time as most people have who play these puzzle games. Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine and Kirby's Avalanche have been two games that didn't use the name "Puyo" in the title that I played with Puyo Pop Fever being one of my favorite iterations of the series. For Tetris, I'd say Tetris DS by was the best version of Tetris I have played for the best controls, mechanics, color scheme, and variety in modes. So how much will the game change with these two mega puzzle blockbusters put together? It doesn't seem much as both games have had versus mode in their respective games which seems to be the base concept for this crossover. It doesn't seem all that different or game changing. Why not go all out and have a super puzzle crossover! Have games like Columns, Puzzle Fighter, Puzzle League, and maybe even Puzzle Bobble (Bust-A-Move) be part of the action and have the player choose which game they want to play and challenge other puzzle players. Make it even more outrageous with 8 players instead of just 2! But in all seriousness, I hope there's more to the game than just straight up versus PuyoPuyo against Tetris. The game releases next year on PS3, PS Vita, Wii U, and 3DS in Japan. No mention of a Western release has been made.
Source:
-Joystiq - Puyo Puyo Tetris makes sense
Amitie is back with more Puyo Puyo going up against Tetris! A Puyo Puyo crossover with Tetris isn't too surprising, but it's finally being made. I've been a fan of both games for the longest time as most people have who play these puzzle games. Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine and Kirby's Avalanche have been two games that didn't use the name "Puyo" in the title that I played with Puyo Pop Fever being one of my favorite iterations of the series. For Tetris, I'd say Tetris DS by was the best version of Tetris I have played for the best controls, mechanics, color scheme, and variety in modes. So how much will the game change with these two mega puzzle blockbusters put together? It doesn't seem much as both games have had versus mode in their respective games which seems to be the base concept for this crossover. It doesn't seem all that different or game changing. Why not go all out and have a super puzzle crossover! Have games like Columns, Puzzle Fighter, Puzzle League, and maybe even Puzzle Bobble (Bust-A-Move) be part of the action and have the player choose which game they want to play and challenge other puzzle players. Make it even more outrageous with 8 players instead of just 2! But in all seriousness, I hope there's more to the game than just straight up versus PuyoPuyo against Tetris. The game releases next year on PS3, PS Vita, Wii U, and 3DS in Japan. No mention of a Western release has been made.
Source:
-Joystiq - Puyo Puyo Tetris makes sense
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
NewNews - Indie Game Stand
Official Site: https://indiegamestand.com/store/
There are a lot of digitally distributed game sites out there, but a lot of them don't always reach their target audience. I didn't know about GreenManGaming until one of my friends told me about it and how he got Borderlands 2 for $36 pre-order. GoG is often mentioned on multiple gaming news media sites. I found out about Desura from the Humble Indie Bundle. Thanks to Joystiq, I now know of one other site that distributes indie games! IndieGameStand has indie games that haven't reached other platforms such as Steam and Desura and are still in Beta or even Alpha stages so that fans of indie games can grab them. Steam keys and Desura keys can be given if available and become available whenever they get officially on a platform. The site also often gets sales and even has a Pay-what-you-want sales in 96 hour durations. Even if you're one of those who wish to wait until the game is readily available on Steam and get it off there directly, you can skim through the site and see what indie games there are that need your support and upvote them on Steam Greenlight as the Steam Greenlight page itself can get quite messy and convoluted. So if you like Indie games, lots of sales/discounts or want to find specific games to support on Steam Greenlight, IndieGameStand is a good site to visit.
Source:
-Joystiq - IndieGameStand launches developer-focused online store
There are a lot of digitally distributed game sites out there, but a lot of them don't always reach their target audience. I didn't know about GreenManGaming until one of my friends told me about it and how he got Borderlands 2 for $36 pre-order. GoG is often mentioned on multiple gaming news media sites. I found out about Desura from the Humble Indie Bundle. Thanks to Joystiq, I now know of one other site that distributes indie games! IndieGameStand has indie games that haven't reached other platforms such as Steam and Desura and are still in Beta or even Alpha stages so that fans of indie games can grab them. Steam keys and Desura keys can be given if available and become available whenever they get officially on a platform. The site also often gets sales and even has a Pay-what-you-want sales in 96 hour durations. Even if you're one of those who wish to wait until the game is readily available on Steam and get it off there directly, you can skim through the site and see what indie games there are that need your support and upvote them on Steam Greenlight as the Steam Greenlight page itself can get quite messy and convoluted. So if you like Indie games, lots of sales/discounts or want to find specific games to support on Steam Greenlight, IndieGameStand is a good site to visit.
Source:
-Joystiq - IndieGameStand launches developer-focused online store
Monday, September 23, 2013
GameLight - PAC-MAN Championship Edition DX+
Steam Page: http://store.steampowered.com/app/236450/
Source: Youtube Channel Robert Cram
I'm so ready for some PAC-MAN! PAC-MAN Championship Edition first released 6 years ago on Xbox Live Arcade and I was able to finally try it out 2 years ago when a demo released on PS3's PSN store. The concept of the pellet gobbling PAC-MAN remains the same, but some rules have been changed a little. The game will speed up, slow down, have more pellets appear, have a bunch of ghosts swamp you, and other crazy new mechanics that really change the pace of the classic arcade game. As far as I know, the game is still only single-player, but perhaps that might change as the "plus" version allows "players to challenge their friends". The problem is, it might just mean allowing the player to beat their friend's score on a friend's list leaderboard. A multiplayer version does exist in places like Dave & Busters (Arcades) as I have played it earlier this year with 3 other friends and it was a lot of fun. I don't think it'll provide online multiplayer (listed as single-player only), but it should be a fun arcade experience. I already pre-ordered it a month ago to get the 8 DLCs that come along with the pre-order. I just have to wait 2 more days before I start munching pellets and ghosts.
Source: Youtube Channel Robert Cram
I'm so ready for some PAC-MAN! PAC-MAN Championship Edition first released 6 years ago on Xbox Live Arcade and I was able to finally try it out 2 years ago when a demo released on PS3's PSN store. The concept of the pellet gobbling PAC-MAN remains the same, but some rules have been changed a little. The game will speed up, slow down, have more pellets appear, have a bunch of ghosts swamp you, and other crazy new mechanics that really change the pace of the classic arcade game. As far as I know, the game is still only single-player, but perhaps that might change as the "plus" version allows "players to challenge their friends". The problem is, it might just mean allowing the player to beat their friend's score on a friend's list leaderboard. A multiplayer version does exist in places like Dave & Busters (Arcades) as I have played it earlier this year with 3 other friends and it was a lot of fun. I don't think it'll provide online multiplayer (listed as single-player only), but it should be a fun arcade experience. I already pre-ordered it a month ago to get the 8 DLCs that come along with the pre-order. I just have to wait 2 more days before I start munching pellets and ghosts.
"The update provided improved leaderboard functionality, the ability to challenge friends, and medal support. In addition to this, paid downloadable content was also released. It added four new courses (Big Eater, Championship III, Highway II, and Mountain), three new skins (based on Dig Dug, Rally-X and Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures) and two new background music tracks (Pac-Steps and Re-Entrance) to the game. This content was made available in the "All You Can Eat Add-on Pack" bundle." -Wikipedia
You can grab PAC-MAN Championship Edition DX+ on Steam for $9.99 or if you want to save a little you can grab it at GreenManGaming and use their 25% off coupon (GMG25-J4B0D-FLH8M) and get it for $7.49 with all the DLCs. The game unlocks on September 25th at 12PM PST.
Friday, September 20, 2013
NewNews - Tokyo Game Show 2013 Highlights
Official Site: http://expo.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2013/en/
GameTrailers: http://www.gametrailers.com/tgs
Today's the last day for the Business side of the show while there are two more days over the weekend for public viewing for this year's Tokyo Game Show left. There hasn't been any announcement that has surprised me or made me excited yet, but there are a lot of videos and news on games I was already looking forward to.
-Chaos Rings Sigma
-Dark Souls 2
-Deadman's Cross
-Deep Down
-Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z
-Final Fantasy Agito
-Final Fantasy IV: The After Years
-Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD
-Kingdom Hearts X
-Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII
-One Piece Romance Dawn
-Pac-Man Championship Edition DX+
-Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures
-SoulCalibur: Lost Swords
-Tales of Xillia 2 (Trailer up top)
-Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call
-The Evil Within
GameTrailers: http://www.gametrailers.com/tgs
Today's the last day for the Business side of the show while there are two more days over the weekend for public viewing for this year's Tokyo Game Show left. There hasn't been any announcement that has surprised me or made me excited yet, but there are a lot of videos and news on games I was already looking forward to.
-Chaos Rings Sigma
-Dark Souls 2
-Deadman's Cross
-Deep Down
-Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z
-Final Fantasy Agito
-Final Fantasy IV: The After Years
-Final Fantasy X|X-2 HD
-Kingdom Hearts X
-Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII
-One Piece Romance Dawn
-Pac-Man Championship Edition DX+
-Pac-Man and the Ghostly Adventures
-SoulCalibur: Lost Swords
-Tales of Xillia 2 (Trailer up top)
-Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call
-The Evil Within
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