Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap: A New Chapter in the Action-Packed Tower Defense Franchise! + OMD History!

The "Orcs Must Die!" series has been a beloved franchise in the tower defense genre since its debut in 2011. Developed by Robot Entertainment, the series combines action-packed gameplay with strategic trap placement, creating a unique and engaging experience for players. The latest installment, "Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap," continues this tradition while introducing new features and improvements that enhance the gameplay.

A little OMD History

The original "Orcs Must Die!" game was released in 2011 and quickly gained popularity for its innovative blend of third-person action and tower defense mechanics. Players took on the role of a War Mage, tasked with defending rifts from waves of orcs and other creatures using a variety of traps and weapons. I logged plenty of hours in the game via the Xbox 360. The game's success led to the release of "Orcs Must Die! 2" in 2012, which introduced cooperative multiplayer and expanded the arsenal of traps and weapons.

In 2020, "Orcs Must Die! 3" was released, bringing the series to a new generation of consoles and adding large-scale "War Scenarios" that allowed players to defend against massive armies of orcs using oversized traps. The game also introduced new characters, traps, and enemies, further enriching the gameplay experience.

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap: What's New?

"Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap" builds on the foundation laid by its predecessors while introducing several new features that enhance the gameplay and provide fresh challenges for players. Here are some of the key additions:

1. Roguelite Elements: Unlike previous installments, "Deathtrap" incorporates roguelite mechanics, offering a gauntlet of randomly selected stages with various modifiers. This adds a layer of unpredictability and replayability to the game.

2. New War Mage: The game introduces a new War Mage, Master Gabriella, who brings Arcane magic back into the series. Her unique abilities and tricks add new strategic options for players.

3. New Enemies and Maps: Players can expect to face new enemy types, such as the Unstable Orc, which requires more effort to defeat. Additionally, new maps like the Resort Canal offer unique challenges, such as defending two rifts simultaneously.

4. Enhanced Progression Systems: "Deathtrap" features deeper progression systems, allowing players to unlock and upgrade traps, weapons, and abilities in more meaningful ways. The introduction of "Threads" offers players choices that can significantly impact their gameplay strategy.

5. Co-op Gameplay: The game supports up to four-player co-op, allowing friends to team up and tackle the orc hordes together. This cooperative element adds a social dimension to the game and makes it even more enjoyable. The co-op action has spring break written all over it!

6. New Game Modes: In addition to the traditional tower defense gameplay, "Deathtrap" includes new game modes that challenge players in different ways. These modes provide variety and keep the gameplay fresh.

"Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap" is a worthy addition to the "Orcs Must Die!" series, offering new features and improvements that enhance the gameplay experience. I haven't played an OMD game in a long time, but I was able to jump right back in. Not crazy about the reload mechanic, but... it adds to the challenge. With its roguelite elements, new characters, enemies, and maps, as well as deeper progression systems and co-op gameplay, "Deathtrap" promises to keep players engaged and entertained for hours with ease. My first gameplay session run over an hour before I even noticed the time. Whether you're a longtime fan of the series or a newcomer, "Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap" is definitely worth checking out if you're a tower defense fan. If you're not sure, check out the first 30 minutes of gameplay below and... game on!

Get... Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap for $29.99! | Available Now!

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Caravan SandWitch + First 30 Gameplay!

Embark on a Journey Across Vast Landscapes in Caravan SandWitch

Caravan SandWitch is a captivating, artsy, narrative-driven exploration adventure that invites players to embark on a journey across a Sci-Fi Provence-like world. Driven by the mystery of your missing sister, the story unfolds with each step you take.

Explore a Provence-like World

In Caravan SandWitch, you are equipped with a van and an array of essential tools as you set out on a quest to find your missing sister. Upgrade your van throughout your adventure to open up new passages and ruins. From navigating treacherous terrain to uncovering ancient ruins, every step of your journey brings you closer to unraveling the truth behind your sister’s disappearance.

A Hopeful Post-Apocalypse

The world of Cigalo transitions from a green planet to a desertic one due to human activities and over-exploitation. Discover the impact of humans and its population through your road trip. Meet the Reinetos, an old aboriginal species, the Robots left behind after the planet’s exploitation, the humans who stayed after everyone left for another planet, and the mysterious... SandWitch. All of them live peacefully in Cigalo and help each other in this unwelcome environment.

Meet a Diverse Cast of Characters

As you interact with the diverse characters you meet along the way, you’ll come to understand that your community is your home. Help everyone and contribute your piece to the edifice, enabling everyone to live in harmony in an environment hostile to all civilizations due to over-exploitation.

A Game Developed for All

Plane Toast has placed huge importance on creating a game in which everyone can feel included, representing their vision of a world where communities help each other to overcome the environmental consequences of our world. Caravan SandWitch is written with an inclusive script that represents a real community with its people and representation.

Gameplay Experience

I began exploring this game and emerged nearly 90 minutes later, shocked at the time. The dialogue challenges me because sitting there reading it when I want to explore was a tad annoying. Reading works for both hearing and hearing-impaired individuals, but I would love for there to be voice-overs added in because it slows down the pace a bit. This is a fun, vibrant adventure that’s sure to be appreciated by teens and adults, and it’s only $24.99. If this gameplay tickles your fancy, jump behind the wheel of Caravan SandWitch today. Game on!

This gameplay merely scratches the surface of the adventure you'll embark on! I played it and found myself going back to dive deeper and deeper, especially after zooming out on the... huge map.

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Elemental Exiles: An Indie RPG Deckbuilding Roguelike Adventure + First 30 Gameplay!

Elemental Exiles is an RPG deckbuilding roguelike where you play as one of 12 heroes, each with their own personal quest, starting location, and initial cards. Overcome challenging battles and adapt to unexpected narrative encounters as you grow your deck and explore the world.

Unique Characters and Personal Quests

Play as one of 12 unique characters scattered across the map, each with a diverse deck of abilities at their disposal. Guide them carefully across the world to advance their personal quests and help them achieve glory—or at least closure. Four characters are unlocked from the start, but there are eight more hidden in the world for you to find, each with their own unique story to play through. Start your journey with one of these characters:

• A naïve Elven warrior still determined to protect the village that exiled them...

• An old Dwarven researcher searching for a very specific piece of hidden knowledge...

• A bitter bounty hunter determined to track down her treacherous former partners...

• An abandoned young water mage searching for the master who betrayed her...
  

Expansive World Exploration

With each step your character takes, uncover more of the world around you. Watch the vibrant landscape reveal itself as you journey forth, filling in an expansive map that persists across playthroughs. This allows you to revisit your favorite places, address unfinished business with new tactics, or forge a new path entirely.

Strategic Deckbuilding and Elemental Synergies

When you choose to play a particular card can be just as important as which card you play. Cards in Elemental Exiles have additional effects that only trigger when certain conditions are met—such as being the first card played on your turn, or being played immediately after another card of a specific element. Whether or not you manage to trigger these extra conditional effects can be the difference between victory and defeat, so be sure to keep possible synergies in mind when choosing new cards for your deck.

Most cards are attuned to one of three elements—Fire, Water, or Nature. Each of these has a corresponding strength and weakness. For example, Fire actions are strong against Nature and weak against Water. Naturally, certain enemies and bosses also favor a particular element. So while your Fire deck might crush a group of tree spirits while traveling through a forest, it’s going to struggle against a horde of angry water elementals you encounter while walking along the coast. Will you try to specialize in one element to increase synergy? Or will you favor a more balanced approach to reduce your potential weaknesses?

Additional Features

• 12 Unlockable Characters: Each character starts in a different location on the world map and has their own personal quest and starting deck of cards.
• A Huge World to Explore: The map has over 200 unique locations. While most encounters will change between playthroughs, knowledge of traversable routes and certain key boss locations will be preserved.
• Challenging Tactical Battles: Take on over 300 unique battle scenarios, each with its own combination of enemies and tactics to overcome.
• Intriguing Narrative Events: Make your choices carefully as some encounters can have significant consequences on your deck—both positive and negative.
• Blessings and Curses: An event might reward you with a blessing that reduces the cost of certain types of cards for several battles—or punish you with a curse that does the opposite.
• Inventory Items: Up to 4 potions or bombs can be stored in your inventory and used at any time in a battle to help give you an edge just when you need it.
• Relax and Stock Up at Inns: There are 14 unique inns hidden throughout the world, allowing you to spend your hard-earned gold on new cards, items, and blessings.
• Dynamic Deck Building: Each battle fought or event overcome might give you a chance to add a new card to your ever-changing deck.
• Card Durability: Your cards wear down with each use before being permanently lost, so you’ll have to constantly update your deck and adapt your tactics to survive.

Embark on your adventure in Elemental Exiles and see if you have what it takes to guide your hero to glory!

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FTS: “Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2” Angels of Death Cinematic (PC, PS5, XSX)

 

Experience the Glory of Combat in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s Gripping New Cinematic Trailer

PARIS – Aug. 29, 2024 – The power of the Space Marines, the terror of the Tyranids, and the machinations of the Thousand Sons are front and center in the new trailer for Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment’s Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. The new “Angels of Death” cinematic trailer showcases the sheer power and brutality of our champions - the Ultramarines Titus, Chairon and Gadriel - as they heed the call of war and fight to defend humanity. Space Marine 2 is now available for pre-order and will release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on September 9. Pre-order the Gold or Ultra Edition to play up to four days early!

Get ready for battle with Lieutenant Titus and his battle-brothers Chairon and Gadriel. These are the three playable characters of a fully co-op-enabled campaign, while custom-made Space Marine characters are playable in PvE missions and PvP battles across various modes—just a taste of all the carnage that awaits.

A few days remain for players to pre-order the Gold or Ultra Edition and secure the ability to play early up to four days before the game's official release on September 9! Space Marine 2 will be available on Steam, the Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, with all editions available on each platform.

The Gold and Ultra Editions come with the Space Marine 2 Season Pass, which grants players additional cosmetics inspired by the glorious Space Marine Chapters of the Warhammer 40,000 universe. Free updates for all players will add new missions, enemies, weapons, and much more after release.

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Ugly... Reviewed!

Story: Let me start by saying, the characterization is admirable. The protagonist, the nobleman, has a depth that is rare in this genre. You'll feel his pain, his fear, his anxiety and his desire to conquer his past. The villains, on the other hand, you will hate them to the point that you really want to destroy them. The characters emit a unique aura that completely reinforces the plot.

Gameplay: The direction of the game is flawless. Each element, character, puzzle, and music is perfectly merged to sustain the plot and pace of the game. The developers have done an exceptional job making sure that the mirror mechanic is seamlessly integrated into all aspects of the game.

Audio: The music is eerie and dark and it captures the tone of the game perfectly. You will instantly feel immersed in this dark world. The musical score is memorable and will stick with you long after the game is over.

Price: Ugly is priced at $19.99, and it's worth every cent. Ugly is an artistic masterpiece. The game mechanics are innovative, the narrative is poignant, the characters are fleshed out, the sound design is haunting, and the direction is impeccable. The player is challenged in a unique way that definitely keeps you hooked. There aren't many flaws with this game, but it's not for everyone. Its images may be too dark, the pace slower, and the puzzles too challenging for some players. But if you enjoy slower-paced platformers with exceptional stories and mechanics, Ugly is for you.

Story 5

Gameplay 4

Audio 5

Price 5

4.75 out of 5 Cool Points

Ugly is Rated M17+ for Mature Audiences 17+

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