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    Rockfish Games to reveal their next title on August 19th

    Rockfish Games, developers of Everspace, will be revealing a brand new title on August 19th! Their tweet mentions Open world, space, and shooter! The advert says “Time to get excited, space pilots!”. They stated that they have been working on a new game for quite a while, so hopefully this game does release in 2019!

    The rumors are true: We have been working on a new space game for quite some time. Of course, we had a good look at your feedback on EVERSPACE™, and one wish clearly stood out.

    Even though many fans liked our innovative concept of combining fast-paced space combat with rogue-like elements and exciting storytelling set in a colorful science fiction world, many space game enthusiasts are longing for an open-world space shooter with classic RPG elements in the iconic vibrant audiovisual style and the intense action gameplay of EVERSPACE™.

    Well, we got good news: You will be able to explore a vivid open world featuring persistent progression in our new space game.

    There will be lots of exciting things to discover; from wacky aliens over mysterious space anomalies to a wide variety of enemies who will stand in your way in the everlasting quest for better loot; our new game will get down to business right away, and space will look even prettier than ever.

    If we got your attention, make sure to follow us on Discord, Facebook or Twitter and put in for the big announcement of our upcoming space shooter. More on:

    Aug 19, 2019

    Predator: Hunting Grounds gameplay to be revealed at Gamescom

    Geoff Keighley has announced that Predator: Hunting Grounds will have the world reveal of gameplay at Gamescom.

    Here is an overview of the game directly from PlayStation’s website.

    Predator: Hunting Grounds is an immersive asymmetrical shooter set in remote areas around the world, where the Predator stalks the most challenging prey. Play as a member of an elite Fireteam and complete paramilitary operations before the Predator finds you. Or, play as the Predator to hunt the most worthy prey, choosing from your vast array of deadly alien tech to collect your trophies, one by one.

    The title of the next NFS game has been discovered – Need for Speed: Heat

    A user on Reddit used a thumbnail grabber on the Need for Speed reveal video, and got these images. The title seems to be “Need for Speed: Heat”.

    An if that’s not enough, there is also even more evidence for this in the reveal premiere video URL.

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    We’re all set for the grand reveal of this brand new title tomorrow, August 14th. We’ll be sure to update when the premiere happens.

    Skater XL is coming to the Xbox One in 2020!

    The Skater XL developers have announced that Skater XL is coming to the Xbox One in 2020! You can learn more about the game below!

    From the people who brought you Skater, which reached #1 sports game world-wide for mobile, Skater XL is an evolution in skateboarding games.

    Experience unparalleled board control and responsiveness while you skate legendary real-world skate spots. Style your tricks the way you want, from the way you flip the board to the way you move your feet. Feel connected to your board like never before.

    Style and Control: With new ground breaking and intuitive controls, skateboarding in a video game has never felt more authentic, fluid, and responsive. Style tricks any way you want and make every trick and line your own.

    Legendary Spots: Shred real world legendary skate spots, like the LA Courthouse which is featured in early access.

    IMPORTANT: This game REQUIRES an Xbox 360, One, PS3 or PS4 compatible controller to play. There are NO keyboard controls available. It also requires a DirectX 11 or above graphics card.

    WayForward announces Vitamin Connection, a new Switch exclusive co-op game

    WayForward has announced Vitamin Connection for Switch, a brand new co-op focused action game! It can be played solo but as stated, it’s built around an innovative co-op experience. Players will take control of Vita-Boy and Mina-Girl while blasting enemies and navigating stages or puzzles. A release date and price will be provided at a later time. Here’s an overview via WayForward:

    Fill your prescription for fun in this unique, cooperative, bacteria-blasting experience!

    Prepare for a big dose of excitement delivered in a microscopic package with Vitamin Connection for Nintendo Switch! Developed by WayForward and published physically by Limited Run Games, this Switch-exclusive one- or two-player action title will deliver thrills, laughs, and varied gameplay unlike anything else on the system.

    In Vitamin Connection, players assume the roles of Vita-Boy and Mina-Girl and take control of the minuscule Capsule Ship to battle evil bacteria from within living organisms. By blasting subatomic foes with your Vitamin Beam, utilizing a special claw tool, and navigating maze-like stages, you’ll save the members of the Sable family — including the dog! — from a variety of hazardous and increasingly wacky predicaments. Each level also includes sub-games featuring rhythm challenges, Pong-like reflex tests, and more.

    While the entire game can be played solo, Vitamin Connection also features an innovative, asymmetrical local two-player co-op mode, in which one player controls the Capsule Ship’s movement and shooting, while the other handles the ship’s rotation and aiming. Coordination and a connection between players are essential for success!

    Key Features:

    • Blast bacteria with your Vitamin Beam across six colorful stages!

    • Overcome sub-games featuring precision twisting, rhythmic action, and more!

    • Vibrant visuals with a retro-futuristic aesthetic!

    • Uniquely innovative Joy-Con controls and HD Rumble!

    • Play solo or coordinate with a friend in two-player mode!

    • Exclusively on Nintendo Switch!

    Stay tuned at Final Weapon for more information regarding Vitamin Connection and WayForward titles in the future!

    Session hitting Steam Early Access September 17th, Xbox Game Preview few weeks later

    Independent developer Crea-ture Studios has officially announced that its Session skateboarding title is hitting Steam Early Access on September 17 followed by a debut on Xbox One via the Xbox Game Preview program a few weeks later. Later on in early 2020 the game will release in full.

    The project was successfully funded via Kickstarter in November 2017, within three days of its opening.

    The Xbox Preview version of the title will have all the features of the PC one, even if they may progress on different timelines (such as for video editing and sharing, for instance). The Xbox One version includes Mixer livestreaming integration, which the developer says it’s excited about in regards to what it can bring to the title, including challenging the community to do certain tricks at certain spots, for example.

    You can check out the Session trailer below!

     

    The Vanishing of Ethan Carter is launching on the Nintendo Switch on August 15

    The Astronauts have revealed that their critically acclaimed game, The Vanishing of Ethan Carter, will be coming to the Nintendo Switch on August 15th.

    Inspired by the weird fiction (and other tales of the macabre) from the early twentieth century, the game aims to significantly evolve immersive storytelling in games. While it features a private detective and quite a few mental challenges, it is not a particularly puzzle-driven game. Its main focus is on atmosphere, mood, and the essential humanity of the characters.

    This is also the first game ever made and released on a Nintendo platform by Adrian Chmielarz, The Astronauts’ co-founder and a designer of games such as Painkiller, Bulletstorm, and Gears of War: Judgment.

    You play the game as Paul Prospero, an occult-minded detective who receives a disturbing letter from Ethan Carter. Realizing the boy is in grave danger, Paul arrives at Ethan’s home in Red Creek Valley, where things turn out to be even worse than he imagined. Ethan has vanished in the wake of a brutal murder, which Paul quickly discovers might not be the only local murder worth looking into.

    Still, the mysteries won’t solve themselves. Using both Paul’s supernatural skill of being able to communicate with the dead, and your own powers of observation, you will discover the mystery behind a trail of corpses, the roots of a dark ancient force lurking in Red Creek Valley, and the fate of a missing boy.

    Nintendo Switch version was developed by The Astronauts and SPIN Software.

    Players may also notice a bigger font, which makes reading easier in the handheld mode.

    Biomutant premium editions announced

    THQ Nordic has announced 2 different premium editions for their upcoming game Biomutant. The first is The Atomic Edition.

    The Atomic Edition is the biggest basic unit of every Biomutant fan.
    The Atomic Edition is packaged in an (almost!) indestructible shell via a premium box.
    The Atomic Edition is special to the core, and is containing the following components:

    • High Detail Diorama – 60cm/23″ long, 25cm/10″ width, 30cm/12″ height

    • Game Biomutant

    • Steelbook

    • T-Shirt in L/XL

    • Oversized Mousepad 80cm/31″ x 35cm/14″

    • Artwork on Fabric A1 size

    • Soundtrack

    • Premium Box

    The Biomutant Atomic Edition will be available at selected retailers for an SRP of € 399.99 | $ 399.99 | £ 349.99.

    The second premium edition is The Collector’s Edition.

    Mutate your living room! The Biomutant Collector’s Edition will be available for an SRP of € 109.99 | $ 109.99 | £ 99.99 for PC and € 119.99 | $ 119.99 | £ 109.99 for consoles. The genetic code of this edition has the following sequence:

    • Game Biomutant

    • Game hero figurine

    • Artwork on Fabric A1 size

    • Soundtrack

    • Premium Box

    Biomutant releases in 2019 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC.  You can check out the official website here.

    Future Quantic Dream titles will be multi-platform

    Quantic Dream, known for producing PlayStation exclusives despite not being a Sony first party studio, has confirmed that future titles will be multiplatform.

    According to David Cage, his team now wants to “work on different platforms and reach players all around the world.”

    “Quantic Dream is not exclusive to any platform anymore. So yes, unless there are some specific exclusivity deals on a title-by-title basis, all our games will be released on all platforms at launch.”

    Cage also goes on to mention that the move away from PlayStation does not put a dent in Quantic Dreams’ relationship with Sony. He said “We always had a great relationship with Sony PlayStation. They have always been very supportive of my work and we have always been very loyal to them in return. So we had a very open talk about all this, and they allowed us to release our catalog of titles on PC.”

    Quantic Dream will be at Gamescom on August 19th.  Titles such as Detroit: Become Human, Beyond: Two Souls, and Heavy Rain are being released on PC later this year.

    Doraemon Story of Seasons releases on October 11th in the west

    Bandai Namco has announced that Doraemon Story of Seasons will release on October 11th in North America and Europe! The game first released in Japan on June 13th, 2019 for Nintendo Switch and PC. This farming simulation RPG is a crossover between Doraemon and Story of Seasons, along with it’s own original story.

    Here’s a brief overview of the game from Bandai Namco:

    Embark on a charming farming adventure with Doraemon and friends!

    Doraemon, the endearing cat-type robot that captured the hearts of millions worldwide, arrives for another adventure in Doraemon Story of Seasons! Dive into a new world that combines relaxing gameplay with a story of farming, friendship, and helping others. Grab a shovel and join the fun—coming soon to the Nintendo Switch and Steam!

    Key Features:

    A Slice-of-Life Game Featuring Beloved Doraemon Characters – Take control of Noby, an average boy with a heart of gold, to help bring a destroyed farm back to life! Create bonds with the other townsfolk to witness heartfelt interactions while you explore and foster the land with Doraemon, Sue, Big G, and Sneech!

    Story of Seasons with a Twist! – Customize your farm by growing crops, raising farm animals, building furniture, and exploring everything that the town has to offer. Take advantage of Doraemon’s secret gadgets to make building your farm a magical experience!

     

    Doraemon Story of Seasons will release physically and digitally in Europe. As of now, it will be digital only in North America. Stay tuned at Final Weapon for more news regarding Bandai Namco titles and RPGs!