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Last-gen gems

5/31/2014

By IWG Games Team

Last generation saw a welcome rise in unique storytelling, enriching gameplay and ultimately some of the most engaging and unforgettable gaming experiences to date. If, like most of us, you still can't afford a next-gen console then why not take a gander at some of last gen's most compelling contributions? We've visited a wide range of genres during our search, and here are our eight final choices.

May the odds be ever in your favour!

5/30/2014

The IWG Games Team

Lionsgate are partnering up with video games company Kabam to produce a mobile game adaptation of their successful Hunger Games movies, fitting into the genre of a card-collecting, role-playing strategy. Within the game, players will take control of District members across Panem who have been sent on a mission to build alliances and, ultimately, help rebuild the world. The game, like with Kabam’s other gaming titles, will be entirely free to play.

The Legend of Zelda - The Wii U Waker

5/29/2014

By Luke Kirby

It’s been almost three years since Nintendo fans were teased with a tech-demo of The Legend of Zelda on Wii U. We were shown a Twilight Princess graphical-style, in glorious HD. It showed an immense battle between Ghoma and Link ensue within a vast and ancient hall. Nintendo went on to highlight some of the capabilities the 'new' gamepad had to offer in at E3 such as changing the time of day to demonstrate new lighting effects, as well as switching camera angles. But there hasn’t been much information at all since. However Eiji Anouma promised he would say more about the new Zelda Wii U title to IGN at E3 in 2014, and my body is ready.

Contact Vector - First Impression

5/29/2014

By Paul Robert Scott

Space based real-time strategy games tend to be a very niche market. Generally they are followed by ardent gamers that play them for years after the general public has forgotten about them, but still fans for the likes of Homeworld 2 or Sins of a Solar Empire stick loyally to them; with additional mods or total conversions keeping the gameplay experience fresh.

A Brief History: The PlayStation 2 (2000 - 2013)

5/28/2014

By Paul Robert Scott

When the original PlayStation was released in 1994 it was a turning point in gaming. In the aftermath of a falling out between Sony and Nintendo during a brief love affair. To say the PlayStation was a success would be an understatement, but there was more to the success of this machine than met the eye. Read on to find out more!

Looking Back : Assassin's Creed IV - Black Flag (Part 1)

5/27/2014

By Ben Mapp

It's been seven months since Ubisoft last unleashed an Assassin's Creed game, which it seems has become an annual ritual for them. With two new installments on the horizon with AC: Unity and AC: Comet, it's time to take a look back on ACIV: Black Flag which, to me, is the very best of the Assassin's Creed series so far.

Role-playing Games : The Basics

5/26/2014

By Vanessa Hague

From Skyrim to World of Warcraft, the offerings of the RPG are expansive and diverse. But what sets apart the greats from the - well - not-so-greats? There isn't a set rule book per say, but each and every great RPG seems to stick to a workable formula. Let's lay out some of the main things you need to know!

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy Game : 30th Anniversary Edition - Review

5/25/2014

By Ben Mapp

>You wake up. The room is spinning very gently round your head. Or at least it would be if you could see it which you can’t.

It is pitch black.

What do you do?

Anticipated Games - Super Smash Bros (Wii U and 3DS)

5/24/2014

By Luke Kirby

Since the franchise first started on the Nintendo 64 back in 1999 I’ve been an avid fan and loved every game in the series, which is odd for me as I usually despise the majority of fighting games. Jump to 2014 and the world is graced with another Smash Bros title on not just the home console of the Wii U but also the amazing handheld that is the 3DS, with the 3DS edition to be released in the summer and the Wii U version out in the winter… I’m expecting console bundles for the Christmas period.

Qbeh-1: The Atlas Cube - Review

5/22/2014

By Anne Marie Beach

On the off chance you haven't already heard enough praise from me about this game, I have plenty of more where that came from. Brace yourselves. Here is my full review on Qbeh-1: The Atlas Cube, by Digital Tribe Games and Liquid Flower. Now available on Steam!

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