CRYSIS CLIMBS TO TOP IN THE UK'S TOP 10 SOFTWARE SALES

Crysis 3 prevailed over Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance in the battle of the tightly-suited killing machines, taking top spot by a mere 5,500 copies in this week's UK charts. It's the first week of the year to see two major releases go head to head, and while Crysis 3 had PC sales in its corner, digital purchases don't count towards Chart-Track's data.

Unsurprisingly given the series' roots, the PS3 was the lead platform for MGR: Revengeance, coming in at 61 percent. Xbox 360 sales dominated Crysis 3's retail performance with 57 percent of the share.

Dead Space 3 made it three weeks in the top ten, dropping to sixth, while last week's leader, Aliens: Colonial Marines, pipped the space horror to fifth place. Meanwhile, early 2013 chart successes Ni no Kuni and DmC: Devil May Cry left the top 40 altogether.

Top 10 UK Software Sales (All Formats); week ending February 23:

1. Crysis 3
2. Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance
3. FIFA 13
4. Call of Duty: Black Ops 2
5. Aliens: Colonial Marines
6. Dead Space 3
7. Far Cry 3
8. Need for Speed Most Wanted
9. Assassin's Creed 3
10. Hitman Absolution 

 

WATCH DOGS BOX ARTS ARE OUT

Aiden, the main character of Ubisoft's Watch Dogs, looks a bit preoccupied on the game's cover. Is he contemplating what to order for dinner on his fancy cell phone? Why is he holding a gun? He's not planning on paying for his meal, is he?

The game's box art is leaving us guessing, which is why we have higher-res versions to investigate in the gallery below, found on the official Watch Dogs North American and UK Facebook pages. The game is confirmed for PS3, PS4, Xbox 360, PC and Wii U, and is expected to launch sometime in 2013. 

CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS 2 - TOP 10 KILLS

Here is one of the top ten kills in call of duty black ops 2 prepare to laugh, cry, and be amazed in this week's Top 10 Black Ops 2 Kills of the Week.

via IGN

CRYSIS 3 GRAPHICS COMPARISON - PS3 VS. PC. VS. 360

Graphic comparison between PS3, PC, and Xbox 360 running Crysis 3,we compare the platforms that Crysis 3 has been released on in this graphic comparison looking at the PS3, PC, and 360. 

Via IGN

RUMOR: DEAD SPACE 3 AWAKENED DLC ROUSES MARCH 3 [UPDATE]

The first piece of Dead Space 3 DLC, 'Awakened,' could be stirring towards a March 3 release date. We know Awakened is coming sometime next month, but a post on the official Dead Space Twitter (now deleted, but screencapped after the break) in response to this tweet clearly noted a March 3 date. However, when asked about it later, another post reverted to the March release window, and "no precise dates" as yet.

It seems there are crossed wires at whoever's in charge of the Twitter feed, and the date may well be a mistake - March 3 is a Sunday, which is a bit unusual for DLC - so take it with a pinch of salt. In any case, we've reached out to EA for comment.

Update: An EA representative has told us that the company has "not announced a specific release date in March for Dead Space 3 Awakened."

 

ALL NEW PS4 GAME TRAILERS ARE OUT

PlayStation 4 (PS4) has been announced by sony but what about the games ? Well, not to worry because Sony also announced a healthy roster of games for the new console, which should be good enough to get you going when the PS4 launches later this year.

One of the first major titles is the new ‘Killzone: Shadow Fall’. The new game is set thirty years after the events in ‘Killzone 3′ in a new world with a new hero. The Helghast and the Vektans have been living side by side peacefully in this new city, but not for long.

You are a Shadow Marshal and part of a special force and it’s your job to maintain the balance between the two factions. The video below shows in game footage, with some amazing lighting and particle effects. The character animations, however, are surprisingly stiff, in some cases.

Next is Bungie’s ‘Destiny’. For those who are not aware, Bungie was previously owned by Microsoft and is the same company responsible for the ‘Halo’ series of games on the Xbox and they are making their PlayStation debut with ‘Destiny’, a new futuristic first person shooter. The game will be available on the new PS4 as well as the current PS3 and Xbox 360, with some exclusive content for the two Sony consoles

Next is a new inFAMOUS game, ‘inFAMOUS: Second Son’. The game features a new character Delsin Rowe who can direct, manipulate and transform into smoke and is based in Seattle, seven years since the Cole McGrath events. The trailer you see below is made using the game’s engine, running on the new PS4.

Along with these, there are a few more games, including ‘Knack’, ‘The Witness’, ‘DriveClub’, ‘DeepDown’ (working title) and ‘Watch_Dogs’.

Vergil ain't so tough (DMC 5 GAMEPLAY FROM MY PC)

I knew he would change his mind and I was hoping to get my hands on him. Guess what I never thought it would be so easy. Vergil is just a piece of cake, I expected too much. He use to be much stronger but now dante is much more aggressive than ever before.

Here is what i did:

• You cannot fight him head-on, because he’ll simply block all your attacks that way.
• Instead, attack him whenever he does anything to do damage you.
• When Virgil goes down on one knee, go into Devil Trigger mode and then attack him to finish him off. 
• Note that if you don’t have enough Orbs, fight his Phantom to get more.

(The screenshots below does not include any gameplay's pics, the screenshots here include only pics from cut-scenes)

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Crysis 3 beta downloaded over 3 million times

More than three million players suited up for the Crysis 3 beta, EA revealed today. Ahead of the game's release next week on February 19, EA must hope that number translates into sales; Crysis 2 shipped at least three million units, but was also reportedly the most pirated game of 2011.

Based on pre-order stats, the early indications look promising for the third entry in Crytek's sci-fi shooter series. EA noted 40 percent more pre-orders for Crysis 3 over Crysis 2 in its financials at the end of January, and today that number holds steady enough at 35 percent. 

 PRESS RELEASE 

FROM LOS ANGELES TO LONDON GAMERS WORLDWIDE ARE SUITING UP
FOR THE LAUNCH OF CRYSIS 3 –
THE PINNACLE IN THE AWARD-WINNING CRYSIS SERIES

Crysis 3 Pre-Orders Soar 35% Above Crysis 2
More than 3 Million Fans Battled it Out in the Crysis 3 Multiplayer Beta

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – Feb. 15, 2013 – The countdown to the launch of Crysis 3 has begun! In just four days, Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) and award-winning developer Crytek GmbH will unleash Crysis 3 to gamers worldwide. Anticipation has been building for months, as press and fans praise the gorgeous visuals and unparalleled power of the Nanosuit. More than three million gamers worldwide downloaded the Crysis 3 multiplayer beta propelling pre-orders to new heights, now reaching 35% over Crysis 2. Gamers are also devouring YouTube videos of Prophet, the Nanosuit and the 7 Wonders of the New York Liberty Dome, with more than 16 million video views on the official Crysis YouTube channel.

Developed by Crytek and powered by the proprietary cutting edge CryENGINE technology, Crysis 3 is the next installment in the award-winning Crysis franchise. The series is known for its spectacular visuals, dynamic, open gameplay and its signature Nanosuit that grants players unique powers to assess, adapt and attack in any situation. In Crysis 3, players return to the fight as Prophet on his quest to save mankind. Set in New York, the city has been encased in a Nanodome that has turned this once thriving metropolis into a veritable urban rainforest teeming with overgrown trees, dense swamplands and raging rivers. Seven distinct and treacherous environments become known as the 7 Wonders. This dangerous new world demands advanced weapons and strategies, including the enhanced Nanosuit which provides players a tactical advantage. In addition to the powerful Nanosuit, players wield the devastating Predator bow and cutting-edge alien weaponry to become the deadliest hunter on the planet.

Crysis 3 will be available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC via Origin on February 19 in North America. Players who pre-order Crysis 3: Digital Deluxe Edition* on Origin.com will receive Crysis and Crysis 2: Maximum Edition, plus the Crysis franchise digital soundtrack, early in-game unlocks and more. For more information on Crysis 3, please visit www.crysis.com, and for the latest news visit www.facebook.com/crysis or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/crysis. Press assets for Crysis 3 are available at www.info.ea.com.

*Conditions and restrictions apply. See http://www.crysis.com/us/crysis-3/pre-order-offers for details.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, personal computers, mobile phones, tablets and social networks. EA has more than 275 million registered players and operates in 75 countries.

In fiscal 2012, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.1 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality blockbuster brands such as The Sims™, Madden NFL, FIFA Soccer, Need for Speed™, Battlefield™ and Mass Effect™. More information about EA is available at http://info.ea.com.

About Crytek GmbH
Crytek GmbH ("Crytek") is an independent company at the forefront of the interactive entertainment industry, and is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of gaming by creating standout experiences for Xbox 360, Playstation 3, PC, mobile devices and games-as-service using their cutting-edge 3D-Game-Technology, CryENGINE®.

The company's headquarters are in Frankfurt am Main (Germany). Crytek also has studios in Kiev (Ukraine), Budapest (Hungary), Sofia (Bulgaria), Seoul (South Korea) and Nottingham (UK) and Shanghai (China).

Since its foundation in 1999, Crytek has consistently been recognized for excellence in its field, earning accolades such as the 2011 Develop Award for Best Independent Studio and a 2010 Red Dot Design Award. Its multi-award winning games include Far Cry®, Crysis® (awarded best PC Game of E3 2007 and Best Technology at the 2008 Game Developers Choice Awards), Crysis Warhead® (awarded Best Graphics Technology at IGN Best of 2008 Awards) and Crysis® 2 (awarded Best Shooter of E3 2010 and Gamescom 2010).

For more information, please visit www.crytek.com.

Crysis, Crytek and CryENGINE are registered trademarks of Crytek GmbH in the USA, Germany and/or other countries. The Sims and Need for Speed are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. Mass Effect is a trademark of EA International (Studio and Publishing) Ltd. John Madden, NFL and FIFA are the property of their respective owners and used with permission. PlayStation is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. Xbox and Xbox 360 are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Facebook is a registered trademark of Facebook, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

The Many Modes of GRID 2

Hello racing fans! I’m here to talk about some of the modes and locations in GRID 2, releasing on PS3 May 28th. Let’s jump straight in…

Introducing: World Series Racing (WSR)

At Codemasters we love racing of every flavor, but professional motorsports have always been splintered into different disciplines and formulas around the world. One of the questions we’ve kicked around for years in the Studio has been simple – who is the greatest? Which driver from which series is the best? In GRID 2, we’re looking to answer that question with World Series Racing – WSR. It’s a new motorsport series that starts from the grassroots and grows into a huge Prime Time competition. Racers from different disciplines – street racers, drifters, track racers and more – all come together in one global series, with each driver moving in and out of their comfort zone. So who is the greatest? Join WSR in GRID 2 and find out…

Introducing some Modes

 

We’ve got a range of diverse events in GRID 2, so let’s introduce a few of them to you…

Race

Well, GRID 2 isn’t a driving game, it’s a racing game. That’s an important distinction. So it goes without saying that one of the game modes within GRID 2 will be Race. You know the deal, start fast, finish first and take home the glory. GRID 2 introduces a lot of new modes and features, but ultimately, we’re determined to make the best in-game racing experience whenever you’re behind the wheel and straight up racing is the heartbeat of the game.

Eliminator

Eliminator is a constant fight for position. As the event unfolds, any racer that is in last position when the time runs out is eliminated from the race and the winner is the racer who survives all eliminations. Keep up with the pack or you’re all but guaranteed to be eliminated, but careful as you trade paint with your competitors as one false move can have catastrophic results…

Checkpoint

Checkpoint is all about how you perform under pressure as you aim to cover as much distance as possible before the timer expires. You’ll have limited time to make it to the next checkpoint, so you’ll be expected to hit the apexes and find the right braking points to shave precious seconds off your time.

Stay tuned, there are more modes to come.

Locations

Variety is the name of the game when it comes to the racing locations in GRID 2. We have three broad stages of racing – Street Racing, Track Racing and Open Road Racing. We’ve recently confirmed the addition of two new circuits, Brands Hatch and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway; two famous motorsport Meccas which join the previously announced Red Bull Ring and Yas Marina. Away from these tracks you’ll be able to race around cities such as Chicago, Paris and Barcelona as well as being able to take to the road along the California Coast.

We’re hurtling down the track and that May 28th release date is getting ever closer. Fear not though, because between now and then we’ve still got lots of exciting news left to share with you all. We’ve got new locations, new cars and more game features to reveal.

We can’t wait to see you on the track.

Last '7 Wonders of Crysis 3' video released, watch 'End of Days' now

Crysis 3 fans can now catch the latest and final episode of "The 7 Wonders of Crysis 3" web series. The game launch is just around the corner and this is an excellent way to prep for the launch and keep your excitement building. Check out the video below:

What do you think of it? Are you excited for the game to release on PS3, Xbox 360, and computer on February 19? Let us know in the comments.

Dead Space Monsters Aren’t So Scary When They’re Sitting On Your Coffee Table

Titan Books has got together with Electronic Arts to release an art book that celebrates the work not just of the team behind the recently-released Dead Space 3, but of the entire series.

 

The Art of Dead Space, a 300-page, hardcover book, has art from the entire franchise. So not just the three main games, but also spin-offs and other projects like Dead Space: Extraction, Dead Space: Ignition, Dead Space: Salvage and Dead Space: Liberation.

A word of caution: some of the images below are from the end of the game, so don't scroll any further if you're concerned about possible spoilers.

Fine Art is a celebration of the work of video game artists, showcasing the best of both their professional and personal portfolios. If you're in the business and have some concept, environment, promotional or character art you'd like to share, drop us a line!

To see the larger pics in all their glory (or, if they're big enough, so you can save them as wallpaper), right-click on them below and select "open in new tab".

 

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