JRPGs are not just limited to consoles, PCs, and handheld gaming devices. Kobojo has created an original JRPG Zodiac: Orcanon Odyssey and released it for mobile phones. Read on for Rob’s review of this title from Kobojo.
Blade & Soul: Does It Have What It Takes to be the Next Big eSport?
As part of my trip to South Korea, where I spent tons of time with Blade and Soul, learning about NCsoft, and a brief demo of a new NCsoft game that will be making the jump to the West, the big focus was undoubtedly on the healthy eSports scene that Blade and Soul has carved out for itself since it launched in the East four years prior. And now, after four years of building momentum, that scene is about to crack wide open as western audiences are allowed to compete.
Blade & Soul: Launching in January and Primed to Invade the West
Come this January, Blade & Soul will finally be available for North American and European audiences–a painfully long wait for those craving the masterful approach to combat in this far-eastern MMORPG. As part of a week-long event culminating in the Blade and Soul 2015 World Championships, NCsoft invited me to get an inside peek at the development of Blade and Soul, experiencing both how it intends to conquer eSports and provide an engaging online world to explore.
TERA: Knockout Update to be Delivered on December 8th
The much-anticipated TERA update called "Knockout" is heading into the game on December 8th. Knockout is anchored by the arrival of the new Brawler, a tank-DPS hybrid that packs a wicked punch. In addition, two new dungeons will arrive, Kalivan’s Dreadnaught and Forsaken Island.
Fallout 4: Did I Really Just Say That? New Mod Says, ‘Yep, You Did!’
A new mod for Fallout 4 has turned up to give players a visual look at precisely what their characters will say when choosing a dialog option such as "sarcasm" or "hold on". The game as-is does not show players exactly what will be said that can lead to some … awkward … situations. With this new mod, that becomes a thing of the past.
Deus Ex: Mankind Divided: ‘No Compromise on Quality’ – Game Delayed to August 2016
In a new post from David Anfossi, the head of Eidos-Montreal, it has been revealed that Deus Ex: Mankind Divided is going to be delayed until August 23, 2016 in order to give the development team more time to meet and exceed fan expectations for the game.
General: Escape from Tarkov – Hardcore Narrative MMO Set in Russia
The first details have emerged about a new MMO called Escape from Tarkov set in the fictional Russian city of Norvinsk. Called a "hardcore online game", players will take the role of ex-mercenaries trying to survive and escape from the city.
Skyforge: War’s Onset to Introduce Massive PvP Content on December 2nd
Obsidian Entertainment, the Allods Team and My.com have sent out the first information about next month’s big Skyforge update that will bring massive "godlike" PvP content into the game when it launches on December 2nd. Players will be able to take part in Pantheon Wars, including a new Pantheon War Tournament with winners sharing in a real-world prize pool.
The Crew: Wild Run Expansion Zooms Out the Gate
Ubisoft has released the first expansion of its action-driving game, The Crew. Called "Wild Run", the expansion brings four new vehicle types into the game, fifteen new licensed vehicles, sixty new tuning kits and unlimited free-drive multiplayer challenges among other things.
Elder Scrolls Online: Console Versions of Orsinium Arrive
Elder Scrolls Online console players can now enjoy the latest DLC thanks to the final release of Orsinium for both XBox One and PlayStation 4.