Shenmue III - 1st Teaser Trailer PS4
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Rise of the Tomb Raider 20th Anniversary… reviewed!
Lara sets out on a new adventure… after one heck of a new first impression.
I say it like that, not only because this isn’t Lara’s first rodeo, but it is the first time I’ve made more of an emotional connection with the Tomb Raider. The initial games (PS1 days)… were colder, but I took it for what it was, making moves to get where I needed to be in the level in order to progress to the next location. The way the character was set up to move, really frustrated me… and although it got better from the 1st Title to games like Tomb Raider Legend… the latest installments are more my cup of tea.
The new Tomb Raider ushered me into a story that I looked forward to experiencing, not just something they get through. I’m really glad the decision was made to take Lara back to the beginning where we joined her in the growth process of what’s to come. There are very valid reasons now… to continue the franchise forward adventure after adventure. We can literally experience her growth process as the Tomb Raider… and after playing Rise of the Tomb Raider, I’m ready for the next installment.
This is the 20th Anniversary, so I wanted to look back and share my experience whether frustrating or not… because today’s Tomb Raider may have never existed without those initial building blocks.
In this installment, you’re already on the ground running and the sting of being forced to proceed is gone. Now it’s adventure time… and if you’re new to Tomb Raider… I do recommend starting off with the 1st installment to get up to speed.
In Rise of the Tomb Raider... you embark on an expedition in... Siberia, and believe me when I say there is plenty of chilling action to enjoy as you dive into the adventure, kicking butt and uncovering secrets while in a rat race against an organization known as the... Trinity.
From A to Z the story is well written... and there's nothing I'd change about it (including the playable backstory). Although it's fictional action adventure... I appreciate the fact that the game's story still has that element that makes sense. It's not over the top, even with a certain secret as a factor in the story. So strap up with Lara's bow & arrows and jump in. (The more you adjust to using the bow and arrow types, the better. Poison arrows are by far my fave, but the incendiaries really come in handy.)
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Visually the environments are stunning... and sometimes creepy at times (especially when a bear is near... or is after you). I enjoyed sitting back and just checking out the lay of the land that the developers brought to life... in addition to the great work done on the characters (not only visually but personality wise).
Audio is almost as equally satisfying for me. You get those little additions like the sound of walking through snow, reloading guns, the sound of bushes while sneaking through them to get the drop on enemies, etc... and it just amps up the experience (as intended).
Beyond the main adventure... which is very good, you have optional tombs that will challenge you to think. Just like in the previous game, these tombs increase the enjoyment of the adventure because you get a break from the action to do something different... while still being a part of the adventure. That's also one of the reasons why I really enjoy them, I can take in the visuals while also thinking of how to solve a tomb's puzzle without the worry of someone trying to take my head off. This is just one part of the hefty replay value this game has to offer.
The replay value you get from this game is huge... all games aside (outside of the video game itself), expect to get a lot of playtime out of this title. In the 20 Year Celebration, you also get:
Blood Ties – This is a single player story giving you a taste of Lara Croft's life at home. I can't exactly say that this specific story shows the best aspect of that life, but it gives you more to enjoy. This story places you in a situation with Lara's uncle challenging her ownership of Croft Manor in the wake of her father's death. This hour long addition can be played in third person or even VR mode.
Co-op play for endurance mode, extreme survivor (difficulty setting) for the main campaign, a special outfit and gun, 5 classic Lara skins and... all the previously released DLC. There are a lot of games that have plenty of content, but... this one made me say “Damn”.
Previously released DLC includes... Baba Yaga: The Temple of the Witch... that challenges you to a new tomb that houses an... ancient terror, and Cold Darkness Awakened... where you combat waves of infected enemies. Going back to the co-op... I think it will be appreciated more so after the adventure is done because you will take the skills you've sharpened to go full bad ass online to see how you can hold up... and it delivers that survival aspect that has proven to be of interest to quite a few gamers (add a person you can vibe with on the other end and... that's hours of fun). So yeah... the replay value in Rise of the Tomb Raider is huge.
Price wise, no arguments here, you're getting value on value that you're able to come back to and not just replay... but you have many factors that give you something new to enjoy after the main adventure is done, all tombs have been raided, all side missions completed, etc.
Overall, this is a beautiful game... chock full of content that takes you for one heck of a ride... that I highly recommend.
Fun factor: 5
Visually: 5
Replay value: 5
Price: 5
Visually: 5
Replay value: 5
Price: 5
“5 / 5 Cool Points”
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Super Dungeon Bros + Canceled Games + Kick ass new title
Have a Windows 10 device? Check out the Windows Store and get... Super Dungeon Bros, free. Grab it by September 1, 2017... before the price tag goes back up. - RkRk
Have you noticed the shift to variety? Didn't we mention this awhile ago? Instead of gamers being burned out on gaming... based on one game or game genre, we suggested a change of pace and it has paid off by allowing other games (beyond the major focus on FPS at the time) to get more love. That's a beautiful thing. Speaking of free games, the Xbox classic... Phantom Dust is also available free on Windows 10 & Xbox One. - Blu
Wasn't there going to be a remake? - Luis D. Lucha
Wasn't there going to be a remake? - Luis D. Lucha
Yes... it was canceled. - RkRk
Scalebound got canned too. Makes me wonder if all the exclusives shown at E3 will even make it to the console. - Luis D. Lucha
That's why PC is getting more interest. You have less concern about a return on investment... there are a slew of games new and old (at least some) that have communities. Affordable games... and less concern about what will be released for PC, that concern is usually reserved for minimum requirements. - Blu
Yeah... drum roll! - RkRk
Certain games are a nice surprise when released on a system... but some gamers are saying... "Whatever" (now). PC gives a sure win place to game whether or not you have the latest console, and is still the recommended platform here because students and adults alike... can get more than gaming done on it (i.e. work/school related tasks). - Blu
Wait, how did we get to preference in console? - Luis D. Lucha
It's not really a preference thing, look at what I'm saying about... why we concur when it comes to PC. It ties into the mention of the canceled games. Games get canceled that don't see the light of day on PC either but considering the gaming options and versatility of the platform... it doesn't end in a disappointing investment. Consoles are usually bought for games, PC's are... PCs and gaming is one of the things you can do on them without worrying about money going to waste because game releases were at a minimum. - Blu
Yeah, they need to do whatever in the heck they need to do though to get games released on Xbox One. If it's a 1st party game, that game has reason to be canceled. - Luis D. Lucha
They have to reach out to us. - RkRk
More are starting to (under embargo). - Blu
Not us us, but it would be cool for SDGT to be consultants of... cool. - RkRk
(Snaps) Cool. - Luis D. Lucha
I'm not talking about... us... us either. Us as in gamers. Not a bad idea... if they listen. - Blu
lol That was funny. - Luis D. Lucha
This looks kick ass. - Luis D. Lucha
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Sdgt Studio the Comic Ep1: 3 Hands?! WTH? + Nex Machina Gameplay
Check out the first installment of our slot comic... SDGT Studio the Comic.
The plan is to release one every Sunday. - Blu
Nex Machina gameplay by Luis D. Lucha followed up by a review by Blu! - RkRk
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SDGT Studio the Comic + 2 Free Games!
Coming... Sundays to SDGT Ent! - RkRk
Took long enough. - Luis D. Lucha
He was busy... just like you were. - RkRk
lol It would be horrible for someone to say that at a restaurant. - Blu
Prepare to have something in your food. I'm not that crazy. - Luis D. Lucha
Health code violation! - RkRk
There was this place in Fort Myers where the cook would spit in your food because he had a bad day. Multiple complaints went unanswered... and as a result, customers dwindled. I don't know if that's why they went out of business though. - Blu
They should've gone out of business on the first day. The hell is that? - Luis D. Lucha
That... is a health code violation, they probably got shut down and didn't go back. - RkRk
Utterly disgusting. - Yang
This scares me, next topic, please. - Luis D. Lucha
You've been eating at home more anyway. - Yang
My mom has been cooking a lot more. - Luis D. Lucha
And here... we thought you were taking on the kitchen. - Blu
I have sort of. I take my health plate over there. - Luis D. Lucha
I am thinking of getting like 4 of those. - Blu
Just buy one and reuse it like I do. - Luis D. Lucha
No, it wouldn't just be for me. - Blu
Oh ok. - Luis D. Lucha
Okay granddads, back to games and... stuff. - RkRk
Really? Granddads? You do this stuff so you don't feel like a granddad. - Blu
lol heck yeah. - Luis D. Lucha
Free games available here. - Yang
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The Lord of the Rings Online: Mordor
Hey there!
Mordor™, the long-awaited expansion for The Lord of the Rings Online™, is available to play today. This expansion allows players the ability to explore the shadowy lands beyond the Black Gate and includes:
- Over 300 new quests: Players journey into Mordor and plunge into a new adventure, filled with lost stories, unfamiliar enemies, and the opportunity to fight through the lands around Mount Doom and beyond.
- A new allegiance system: Pledge support to one of the factions seeking to reclaim this long-lost piece of Middle-earth. Players will be able to gain bonuses, story and exclusive gear along the way!
- Crafting and gear updates: Players are able to customize their Hero with all-new armor, weapons, accessories, and more!
- A new race – the High Elf. With the purchase of the Collector’s Edition or the Ultimate Fan Bundle, players will be able to ally with the High Elf.
- Extensive landscape updates. Explore the beautiful and terrifying landscape of Gorgoroth to discover hidden treasures and additional rewards.
Players can purchase the Ultimate Fan Bundle for $129.99, the Collector’s Edition for $79.99 and Standard Edition of the expansion for $39.99. The Collector’s Edition comes with extras including the High Elf race, alliance cosmetics, exclusive title and more. The Ultimate Fan Bundle includes all of the perks of the Collector’s Edition in addition to exclusive Mordor cosmetics, an equipable XP accelerator for all characters, special relics and VIP access for one month. - Rob
The Ultimate Fan Bundle
Collector's Edition
Standard Edition
Standard Edition
Game on... affordably!
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