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Games with Gold February 2019

 

Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon February 1 to 28 on Xbox One

Jump into retro-style gaming with Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon. With the involvement of the legendary Koji Igarashi, this action-adventure title harkens back to some of the classic side-scrolling games of the past. Switch your play among several different characters, each with their own unique abilities, as you travel perilous lands to defeat the evil demon lurking in the forbidden castle.


Super Bomberman R February 16 to March 15 on Xbox One

Step into the fun, because Super Bomberman R is back and better than ever! Eight Bomberman heroes journey to space to fight the Evil Emperor Buggler, but now with the help of the Master Chief — exclusive to the Xbox One version — use your state-of-the-art combat armour to help win the day. Play alone or with a friend because this is the biggest Bomberman game ever.


Assassin’s Creed Rogue February 1 to 15 on Xbox One and Xbox 360

Continue the adventures of your ancestors in Assassin’s Creed Rogue. Set in the chaotic moments of the French and Indian War, relive the days of Shay Patrick Cormac, a fearless young outcast assassin who slowly morphs into a deadly assassin hunter due to tragedy. The dark transformation your character goes through will shape the future of the Brotherhood forever.


Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy February 16 to 28 on Xbox One and Xbox 360

Learn the ways of the Force from Jedi Master Luke Skywalker in Star Wars Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy. In this classic title from the original Xbox, begin your journey as a student eager to learn as you interact with famous Star Wars characters and locations. In the end, you’ll face the ultimate choice: the good and freedom of the light or the tantalizing power of the dark side.

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Battle Princess Madelyn Review

 

Battle Princess Madelyn is a modern take on Ghouls 'n Ghosts which you set out to defeat a wickedly evil wizard who's kidnapped the family of Princess Madelyn and killed your dog Fritz, whilst trying to protect you.

The game mechanics should not surprise you if you've played Ghouls 'n Ghosts and indeed, you will feel like you have reinserted a cartridge into a SNES.

Madelyn starts protected by a simple dressing gown and with the only possibility of making small jumps and armed with a spear barely suited to take out some carnivorous plant or some skeleton.



Along the way in the story mode, which is probably the most interesting mode because it is enriched by secondary quests given by NPCs whose completion is rewarded with gadgets; there is also a locksmith who can upgrade Maddy's weapons. In this mode there are some influences from Metroidvania: some areas are initially not accessible, and only after having obtained special skills or keys will they. In addition, the difficulty is lower than the arcade version which has more "compressed" levels to complete simply by continuing from the left to the right of the screen.

If you're a fan of modern retro games BPM could be for you with a soundtrack that deserves a special mention, which can be activated in both orchestral and midi style. Longevity of the story mode will keep you busy for at least a dozen hours.

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Sony can get away with anything with PS5 due first party as important as Nintendo's

Now in 2019 and late last year more and more talk about next-gen consoles has been happening, I've been thinking for a while about the PS5 and Xbox Scarlett with what they will bring to the table. I'm not going to talk about the Xbox Scarlett for the minute as I've got some interesting thoughts on the PS5 and PlayStation in general.

Sony has just announced numbers for the PS4 which has now sold 91.6m SKU's worldwide along with numbers for Spider-Man which has sold 9m. Because of things like that and if you go back further with the PS2 then PS3, I believe Sony will (and they have already) become arrogant with the announcement of the PS5.

Can do whatever a Mario can do

Now I don't think it will be as bad the PS3 with the whole get a second job deal or $599 in 2006.

I do however think Sony can get away with it due to the first party games and this might sound a bit controversial are as important and sell consoles as much as Nintendo's first party.

That might sound a bit daft and you might be thinking The Last of Us or Uncharted isn't as big a Zelda or Mario and maybe not but if you look at the 1m club for first-party titles on the PS4.

MLB The Show 1m (avg)
Shadow of the Colossus 1.07m
The Last Guardian 1.29m
The Order 1.62m
Until Dawn 1.87m
Knack 1.88m
Detroit 2m
LittleBigPlanet 2.02m
Ratchet and Clank 2.33m
Driveclub 2.37m
Uncharted Lost Legacy 2.88m
Infamous 2.98m
Killzone 3.02m
Bloodborne 3.06m
Gran Turismo 3.63m
Uncharted Collection 5.66m
God of War 5.67m
Horizon Zero Dawn 7.6m
The Last of Us 6.66m (12.93m with the PS3 version)
Spider-Man 9m
Uncharted 4 10.26m

PS4 or PS5?

I know it's slightly hard to compare The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild to Uncharted 4  (both have sold almost the same) due to each console's install base but I do think four generations and over 24 years in the gaming market Sony has built up a fanbase along with people knowing a Sony first party game is going to be good.

That going into the PS5, I believe Sony can be arrogant if they have titles like God of War II, Horizon Zero Dawn 2, Spider-Man 2 a much-rumoured Uncharted from someone that isn't Naughty Dog, a new IP from Naughty Dog, some sort of shooter from Guerrilla.

Those are very much system sellers and as important as a The Legend of Zelda or Super Mario is to Nintendo and due to those games, Sony very much can go here's a PS5 enjoy it.

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New Year New Games Out this Week

7th Absolver

An online multiplayer combat experience where you are placed behind the mask of a Prospect by the ever-present Guides, rulers of the fallen Adal Empire that will determine your worth in joining their elite corps of enforcers. Wander forsaken lands, encounter others to learn new combat skills, acquire weapons and armour, and engage in solo duels and intense three-on-three battles. Absolver will also be available for Xbox Game Pass members.

 

10th Aftercharge

A 3 v 3 competitive game pitting invisible robots against an invincible security squad in high-voltage tactical skirmishes. The robots must sneak around to punch down all the energy extractors on the site while the guards are tasked to spot the attackers. It’s up to you to stop them and put an end to the uprising! Aftercharge will also be available for Xbox Game Pass members.  

 

11th Tales of Vesperia: Definitive Edition

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of Tales of Vesperia and the return of this fan-favourite with the Definitive Edition. Tales of Vesperia is one of the most beloved entries in the ‘Tales of’ series and returns with beautifully remastered full HD graphics, never before seen characters, expanded story, and much more!

 

11th Hive Jump

Xbox One X Enhanced - Assume the role of the Jumpers and blast your way through subterranean alien hives in chaotic run-and-gun 2D platforming action. Up to four players can band together via local multiplayer to destroy aliens, avoid traps, collect treasures and lost relics. Win the final battle against the hive queen to save the galaxy!  

 

11th Void Vikings

Arcade style, top-down 2.5D space shooter where intense action is the focus and choosing the right education could pay off. Manage your Space Bucks to destroy your student loans before you die. If you succeed your score could sing your praises through all of Valhalla.

11th Onimusha: Warlords

Selling over 2 million copies since its release in 2001, the Sengoku-period survival action classic returns. This version features higher resolution graphics, 16:9 widescreen support and modernised control options.

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Game of the Year Awards 2018

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