Monthly Archives: April 2016
King’s Quest Episode One Is Free on Xbox One
Xbox One owners can get a taste of the new King's Quest for free.
The first chapter of the reboot, A Knight to Remember, can be downloaded for free on Microsoft's new console.
The promotion comes just in time for the third part of the tale. King's Quest episode three is due out tomorrow.
Note that this doesn't include the full season. The remaining episodes are still full price, though the season pass (which includes episodes 2-5) is $10 cheaper than the complete collection.
Nioh Playable Demo Out for PS4
Publisher Tecmo Koei announced a playable alpha demo of Nioh, the anticipated samurai action RPG coming exclusively to PS4, is available now on the European PlayStation Network. The demo will be available in the US tomorrow.
Tecmo Koei says that all players who complete one stage of the demo will be rewarded with exclusive launch content for Nioh via PSN, called The Mark of the Conqueror DLC. A representative for Tecmo Koei told IGN there are no plans at this time to make this DLC available to those who miss out on the demo.
Nioh’s demo is only available from April 26 until May 5. Much like From Software’s Dark Souls 3 Stress Test, it cannot be accessed once the alpha test ends. The demo includes two areas (a ruined fishing village called Usuki and an ancient region called Dazaifu overrun by demonic beings) and three weapon types (A katana, spear, and an axe).
Limitless: Brian’s Days at the FBI Are Over Says Producer
Brian (Jake McDorman) and his friends were in pretty dire straights when last we saw them at the end of Limitless: "Finale: Part One!" -- DEA agent-turned-traitor Adam Brewster (Jacob Pitts) sprung Sands (Colin Salmon) out of jail, while Eddie Morra's operatives were blown to smithereens. Meanwhile, NZT is now public knowledge, and the elusive "Apocryphon" is still at large. What's a guy (without an immunity shot) to do?
IGN has an exclusive clip from the episode, as Brian ponders just how much help -- or "supervillains, as he puts it -- Sands has and how to stop him.
Last week, I got to catch up with Limitless's executive producer and showrunner Craig Sweeny, who offered up some clues as to what's in store for "Finale: Part Two!!", airing Tuesday night, and a potential second season...
Destiny’s Revamped Iron Banner – IGN Live
Eyes up, Guardian! Tomorrow we'll be jumping head first into Destiny's newly revamped competitive PVP mode, Iron Banner. This is your chance to get a first look at the newest weapons and armor and to join the discussion about Bungie's most significant content update since The Taken King.
You can catch the stream live at 1:00pm PT / 4:00pm ET on this very page at IGN.com, or on IGN's Twitch and YouTube channels. To participate in the discussion, tweet @IGN or @shotbyfinnegan with the hashtag #ignplayslive or jump into the chat on any of the platforms listed and leave your question or comment. We'll be scouring the internet for your responses as I play, so get to it!
Gearbox Is Working on Borderlands 3
Borderlands 3 is in development at Gearbox Software.
The company's CEO, Randy Pitchford, revealed on Twitter that Battleborn art director Scott Kester is moving over to the next Borderlands. And Gearbox is planning to include Borderlands 3 easter eggs in Battleborn DLC.
Now Pitchford has been open about more Borderlands in the past, teasing new projects in the shooter series. He even said Gearbox was ready to start creating a new Borderlands at PAX South.
Synder & Capullo’s Batman Series Ends This Week
We all want the best of the best, so let us point out the hottest comics released each week. We spotlight our favorite comics that we know are money-well-spent and new books that look cool and are backed by some top-tier talent.
Check out our picks, then take to the comments to let us know what looks good to you!
By writer Scott Snyder & artist Greg Capullo | DC Comics
Get out your tissue boxes, people, because this is the final issue of Batman from Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo. The two have forged an incredible Batman saga unique from everything else on the shelf, plus in real life they’ve become comics’ prime example of what brotherly love looks like. Issue #51 is their swan song, and then issue #52 will be written by James Tynion IV with art by Rafael Albuquerque to (assumedly) set up what will come when DC Rebirth hits and Batman starts over at issue #1 with a brand new creative team.
Disney Confirms Maleficent 2 and 8 Other New Films
Disney has announced Maleficent 2 is happening, with Angelina Jolie returning in the titular role.
The Maleficent sequel is one of nine new film projects confirmed by the company. Disney also officially revealed The Jungle Book 2, Cruella with Emma Stone and Dumbo with director Tim Burton, among others.
Angelina Jole in Maleficent
The full list and details are as follows for the Disney movies:
Get to Know Houdini and Doyle
Next Monday, FOX premieres a new series inspired by true events that follows two great men of the 20th Century, magician Harry Houdini and author Arthur Conan Doyle.
On Houdini & Doyle, the two historical friends grudgingly join forces with New Scotland Yard to investigate unsolved and inexplicable and possibly supernatural crimes, alongside the first female Constable of the London Metropolitan Police Force, Adelaide Stratton.
IGN's got some exclusive videos for you, showcasing the three lead characters. It's time to meet Harry, Arthur, and Addy!
First, it's Michael Westen (Garden State, Elementary) as magician extraordinaire and debunker of all things supernatural, Harry Houdini...
Free-to-Play Paragon Gets a $60 Release
Epic Games' free-to-play MOBA is getting a $60 retail release.
Dubbed the Paragon Essentials Edition, this version of the game includes $60 worth of in-game currency, five Hero Master Challenges, exclusive skins, and reputation boosts.
Completing each Master Challenge will further boost players' ability to earn XP, and come with "unique rewards," including taunts and Master Skins.
Pre-ordering the Essentials Edition also earns players an additional 1,000 "Paragon Coins," the game's real-money currency.
The paid version of the game will be available when the free-to-play game fully launches on June 7. Early access to Paragon is already available through its Founder's Packs.
The Life of an Underappreciated Superhero
YouTube phenomenons Grace Helbig and Hannah Hart star in an updated version of Sid & Marty Krofft’s superpowered ’70s series Electra Woman & Dyna Girl, bringing the property to a new generation of viewers.
Electra Woman & Dyna Girl follows two superheroes, Electra Woman (Helbig) and Dyna Girl (Hart), as they move from Akron to Los Angeles in hopes of making it big in the crime fighting world, only to find competition with other vigilantes and infighting amongst themselves.
The series premieres Tuesday, April 26th on Fullscreen's new ad-free subscription VOD service, featuring original content such as Electra Woman & Dyna Girl, Filthy Preppy Teen$ (from Paul Scheer), Jack & Dean of All Trades, and more.