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Watch Skeletons being smashed in this 20 minute Hellraid gameplay video

Shitiz Bhagal — Fri, 19 Sep 2014 16:56:31 +0000

Techland has released a new 20-minute gameplay video of their upcoming first-person hack-n-slash game Hellraid. The game is being powered by Techland’s proprietary game engine, Chrome Engine 6, which is also being used to develop Dying Light. The video below shows off game’s combat system where we get to see how gameplay changes depending on the type of weapon that is being used. For instance short-swords have faster attack speed but less damage, blunt weapon like mace deals more damage to skeleton, for ranged combat one can use a magical staff which shoots ice shards and ice beam. You can even go with the axe and shield combo for more defensive approach. Furthermore two-handed weapons does large amount of damage (at the cost of speed). The game’s skill tree is similar to Grinding Gear Games’ Online action-RPG Path of Exiles, allowing you to develop the character according to your play style. This game reminds me of Might and Magic Dark Messiah which is a good thing and that is why I am looking forward to this game. Check out the video below

Hellraid is slated to launch next year and will be available via Steam early access this fall.

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Ryse: Son of Rome – Vengeance Trailer marks PC release date announcement; system requirements revealed

whatsupdog — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 14:25:08 +0000

The former Xbox One-exclusive third-person hack ‘n’ slash title by Crytek gets a new trailer titled Vengeance to mark the announcement that Ryse: Son of Rome will make its appearance on the PC on 10 October. Furthermore, you can now ensure that your PC is upto the mark by checking out the system requirements which have been posted on the game’s Steam page; Ryse for the PC is priced at £34.99/€39.99/$39.99, and it contains all DLC previously released for the Xbox One.

Minimum:

OS: Windows Vista SP1, Windows 7 or Windows 8 (64bit)
Processor: Intel Dual-Core 2.8 GHz/AMD Dual-Core 3.2 GHz or better
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Graphics: DirectX 11 graphics card with 1 GB video RAM
DirectX: Version 11
Hard Drive: 26 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX compatible Sound Card with latest drivers

Recommended:

OS: Windows Vista SP1, Windows 7 or Windows 8 (64bit)
Processor: Intel Quad-Core or AMD Octo-Core
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Graphics: DirectX 11 graphics card with 4 GB video RAM
DirectX: Version 11
Hard Drive: 26 GB available space
Sound Card: DirectX compatible Sound Card with latest drivers

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Ryse: Son of Rome hacks its way to the PC this Fall; first screenshots here

whatsupdog — Thu, 07 Aug 2014 15:45:16 +0000

Deep Silver and Crytek have revealed that the former Xbox One-exclusive third-person hack ‘n’ slash game will arrive on the PC this Fall, and have released a handful of screenshots from Ryse: Son of Rome. This version of the game will include all DLC previously released for the Xbox One in addition to 4K resolution support for the extreme gamer! The CryEngine-powered title was released back in November 2013 to mixed reviews criticising its repetitive combat but praising the setting and visuals.

After perusing the screenshots above, which primarily depict protagonist Roman general Marius Titus in combat against assorted enemies, click here to view some videos from Ryse. The game sees the main character traverse various locales, ranging from lands abounding with barbarians to the heart of Rome itself, as he seeks glory for the Roman Empire and vengeance for the brutal murder of his family. Love for Hack ‘n’ slash games as well as TV series like Spartacus and Rome means that I for one look forward to getting my hands on the PC version of the game.

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Hellraid 21-minute gameplay footage demonstrates combat mechanics

whatsupdog — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 18:39:04 +0000

Techland has released a new gameplay video for its first-person hack-n-slash title Hellraid, focusing on the game’s combat and looting system. We get to see some of the combat mechanics – players can parry, counter or dodge enemy attacks. You can also use shield and sword combo for blocking resulting in a more defensive playstyle; if that is not your cup-of-tea then you can use heavy two-handed weapons to knock the hell out of undead enemies.

The trailer also demonstrates various tactics to be used against different enemy types. Unlike other RPGs, Hellraid will not feature any class system, as you can switch between multiple types of weapons on-the-fly. Hellraid will launch on the PC, Xbox One and PS4 in 2015.

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Sacred 3 gets humorous CGI Trailer, fresh screens

whatsupdog — Fri, 18 Jul 2014 14:09:37 +0000

A brand new trailer and some fresh screenshots have emerged for Deep Silver and Keen Games’ action-RPG/ hack ‘n’ slash offering, ahead of Sacred 3’s release on 5 August on the PC, Xbox 360 and PS3. The trailer is all CGI, but it does display the competitive and co-operative nature of the game, as the four main characters battle a wave of beasts but end up with an equivalent number of kills.

Co-op gameplay is where the fun is at, and one should discount the importance of having a good team, whose members’ strengths complement each other, as their combines force will be essential to defeat evil Emperor Zane’s minions during their journey across Ancaria. Furthermore, one can combine their powers with other champions to form powerful co-op combat moves.

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Expect hack ‘n’ slash action as new Afro Samurai game announced for PC, consoles

whatsupdog — Fri, 27 Jun 2014 03:40:03 +0000

Versus Evil has announced that Redacted Studios is developing a new Afro Samurai game for the PC, and reportedly the Xbox One and PS4, as a third-person action-adventure featuring new characters and combos and moves allowing for dynamic dismemberment. Given that the first game released back in 2009 for the Xbox 360 and PS3 as well as the anime series it was based on features mucho action in a similar vein, this is good news for fans of the franchise. No further details have been announced yet, but one can expect to see and know more in the coming weeks.

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Sacred 3 Trophy trailer illustrates its competitive nature

whatsupdog — Thu, 26 Jun 2014 03:32:12 +0000

This new cinematic trailer for Keen Games and Deep Silver’s hack ‘n’ slash game is a humorous take on the competitive nature of Sacred 3, as spearwoman Alithea and the Safiri both compare the trophies of their defeated enemies – a beheaded goblin and an elemental. The co-op focused action RPG launches on 1 August in Europe and 5 August in the US for the PC, Xbox 360 and PS3,

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Sacred 3 screenshots showcase co-op combat in different locales

whatsupdog — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 03:45:26 +0000

A handful of new screenshots have emerged for Sacred 3, Keen Games and Deep Silver’s co-op focused action RPG that arrives in early August for the PC, Xbox 360 and PS3. The images showcase combat in various locations, including along a beach with ships in the background, on a stone bridge and in a forest environment.

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Sacred 3: Weapon Spirits gameplay trailer

whatsupdog — Tue, 27 May 2014 15:29:21 +0000

Deep Silver’s co-op focused action-RPG set in Ancaria gets a new gameplay trailer, acquainting us with the mysterious and powerful Weapon Spirits that players can use to modify their weapons and enable different powers/bonuses/perks thereby dealing notable amounts of damage to the enemy in Sacred 3. Found across the realm, these assorted shards (which have their own personalities) once captured can aid you in various ways, with augmentations ranging from replenishing your health to hindering enemy movement or even heightening the chance of landing a critical hit on your opponent. Furthermore, these Weapon Spirits can be levelled up, making them even more essential and significant than before!

Sacred 3 launches on 1 August in Europe and 5 August in North America on the PC, Xbox 360 and PS3.

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Hellraid heading to next-gen consoles, pushed back to 2015

Shitiz Bhagal — Wed, 30 Apr 2014 18:33:56 +0000

Techland officially re-announced that its upcoming hack ‘n’ slash title Hellraid is now heading to Xbox One, PS4 along-side with the PC. According to Techland, developers of the Dead Island series the game has “expanded and evolved”. But at the same time the game will remain faith full to what we have seen so far in terms of gameplay and features.

Techland has also added lot of new gameplay features and to show it all off, they have put together a new video. In trailer we get to see some of the tweak made to the game’s combat system. The melee combat has become more complex as there are variety of fighting styles such as counter-attacks, parrying, and dashing abilities. The game is now powered by the Chrome 6 engine, the same tech which they are using to develop Dying Light. The game has been pushed back yet again, this time to 2015 as the developers are in favor for PS4 and Xbox One, rather than previously announced for the PS3 and Xbox 360.

Check out the trailer below

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