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Bethesda opens new studio with ex-BioWare dev Rich Vogel

By: Laura Parker Bethesda has announced the establishment of a new Texas-based studio, to be headed by industry veteran and former BioWare Austin vice president Rich Vogel. The new studio–titled Battlecry Studios–will be based in Austin, alongside ZeniMax’s Arkane Studios, the developer behind the upcoming title Dishonored. According to Bethesda, Battlecry is still hiring developers for work on an unannounced project. “We are very pleased … Continue reading Bethesda opens new studio with ex-BioWare dev Rich Vogel

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Skyrim Patch 1.6 Adds Mounted Combat

By: Darryl Kaye   (@DarrylGU) Bethesda Softworks has announced that The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim patch 1.6 will add a whole host of features, but the biggest is that mounted combat will now be possible. This is a huge addition for the game, as it means you won’t have to get off your trusty steed every time you want to smite some foes. Instead, you’ll be … Continue reading Skyrim Patch 1.6 Adds Mounted Combat

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Will The Elder Scrolls Online Signal The End Of The World of Warcraft Era?

By: Adam Ma   (@34thGingerbread) It’s no secret that MMOs have evolved over the years into something almost beyond what was once typical gaming. From the early days of Everquest’s open world, epic, hundred person world bosses, to the slow social revolution that was brought upon by World of Warcraft, MMO gaming has become something more that’s just simply for hardcore power-gamers. Interacting within communities has … Continue reading Will The Elder Scrolls Online Signal The End Of The World of Warcraft Era?

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Bethesda Talks Up Skyrim Mods On Steam

BLOGGERS NOTE: First I want to say that that horse looks like Rainbow Brights horse only on steroids.  Please, look her up you’ll see.  Trust me…I’m 20…what the heck is happening to my childhood?? By: Darryl Kaye   (@DarrylGU) Since their release, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim’s Steam Workshop has been a huge success, according to the game’s publisher Bethesda Softworks. The publisher took to Twitter … Continue reading Bethesda Talks Up Skyrim Mods On Steam

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Zwei A ‘True Survival Horror’ By Shinji Mikami

By: Colin Tan   (@unartifex) Renowned developer Shinji Mikami recently revealed Zwei, a new survival horror game in the works at his studio Tango Softworks, noting that he is gunning for “pure survival horror,” an aspect long-time Resident Evil fans will certainly appreciate. Shinji Mikami is a name best associated with a number of top-tier video game titles, includingVanquish, God Hand, Devil May Cry and all … Continue reading Zwei A ‘True Survival Horror’ By Shinji Mikami

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Dishonored Debut Cinematic Trailer Released

Bethesda have released the debut cinematic trailer for Dishonored, Arcane Studios’ first person action and stealth adventure set in a steam punk world full of betrayal and conspiracy. Framed for the murder of your beloved Empress, you turn from bodyguard to vengeful assassin complete with dark, supernatural powers at your disposal. The game encourages open-ended gameplay, giving you the choice to approach each objective however … Continue reading Dishonored Debut Cinematic Trailer Released

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Bethesda Adding Kinect Support For Skyrim

Bethesda has announced that the Xbox 360 version of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, will be getting full-on voice support for Microsoft’s Kinect peripheral. No motion-support will be added, but there will be over 200 different commands accessible once the update goes live. This will include the famous Dragon Shouts, but you’ll also be able to do Hotkey Equipping, issue commands to followers and access … Continue reading Bethesda Adding Kinect Support For Skyrim

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