Mercenary Ops
It’s only Tuesday, yet the week is full of tremendous events and exciting activity.
Yes, it’s true that Diablo 3, one of the most highly anticipated games ever, was finally released at midnight the other day.
But wait…there’s more!
Are you ready for some serious action?
Because C + 2 wants to share some great news about a new third-person multiplayer shooter game called Mercenary Ops. In this epic, jam-packed, free-to-play game, players can battle against one another as well as aggressive enemies for the sake of survival. By earning points in gameplay, opportunities to upgrade equipment and unique weapons become available. Or join a team of fellow mercenaries and take on fierce bosses for a chance at rare, powerful loot.
Watch outstanding visuals come alive through your monitor by use of extreme details provided by Unreal Engine 3.
Explore a future society where the government system has collapsed while global terrorism remains unstoppable across the world.
http://mercenaryopsgame.com/game/story.html
In Mercenary Ops, you are your own class. While most games have a linear class system, Mercenary Ops allows you to play however you want by offering two primary weapon slots, along with a side arm and a variety of upgrade and customization options. This helps to ensure that you always have the right tools to get the job done.
Gamers who would like to participate in the closed beta test for the third-person multiplayer shooter Mercenary Ops can “like” the Mercenary Ops Facebook page in order to be placed in the running.
Beta testers will be able to play the competitive online multiplayer matches as well as the cooperative team missions.
Mercenary Ops will be released as a free-to-play title this summer.
The best way to stay in touch with other mercenaries is to check out the Mercenary Ops community forums. Also, be sure to follow them on Facebook and Twitter for the latest news and updates.
Facebook – http://facebook.com/mercenaryopsgame
Twitter – http://twitter.com/mercenaryopsgame
Writing About Video Games
Have you always wanted to write about video games, whether it be recreational or professional?
There’s a new online class designed specifically just for that.
Writing is not as easy as it sounds. It’s overwhelming, time-consuming, but if you’re passionate about what you’re writing about, it can be quite rewarding.
Hilary Goldstein, a freelance writer, published author, consultant, instructor and former Editor-in-Chief of IGN.com, has developed a program created specifically for those who long to fulfill the dream of being successful journalists in the video game industry.
http://hilarygoldstein.com/about/
This isn’t a course likely to be found in any university curriculum, and even with blogging become more and more popular, it’s extremely wise to learn the proper techniques involved. Competition is monstrously fierce, something Mr. Goldstein knows all too well, especially with more that 10 years of experience to work with not to mention the ability to make a living playing video games! Now he’s sharing his expertise with those interested in putting time and hard work into learning this extraordinary craft.
This course requires you download Skype (a free group communications tool). As members of a vibrant Web community, you will receive craft advice, motivation, and support through:
• Monthly 1.5-hour group Skype chat sessions online to discuss thought-provoking lectures on game design and game journalism. Transcripts will be available for students who are not able to attend.
• Submission to Hilary of up to four articles for written feedback, to be discussed during one-on-one Skype conversations at times that are convenient to you.
• Weekly email check-ins with Hilary to review goals, discuss progress, and address questions.
• A private Skype group where you’ll have the ability to engage in conversations with classmates, share writing, and discuss your favorite games, along with optional writing exercises to hone your skills.
At the end of the course, you’ll have a concrete plan to get your work in front of millions of readers.
Visit the website below to learn more and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity!
http://www.writingsalons.com/class-descriptions/video-games/
What would video game characters look like in real life?
A handful of video games have been made into movies, while very few have succeeded in bringing about faithful live action representations. Everyone might agree or disagree that although the Tomb Raider movies weren’t spectacular, Angelina Jolie looked appropriately close to what was expected as the live action depiction of Lara Croft.
Resident Evil? Again, there are those who say yay and those who say nay.
But while there’s yet to be a film adaptation that meets the approval of dedicated gamers and developers alike, the creative community of fans have been actively bringing about their own ideas and interpretations through art.
Yahoo! Games just released a post showing images of how some characters just might look in real life. Not every single concept might be believable, although prospects remain infinite. Why not compare examples of two famous names from Super Mario Bros. with past versions of them seen on film and/or TV?
Which of these portrayals of Mario work for you?
How about Bowser?
The ever-growing imaginations of cosplayers continue to become more and more clever as they employ gracious time to better their constructions.
One can only imagine what future developments in art and film will look like in the years to come.
What if Mario wielded mechanical hands that shot fireballs?
What if Bowser was really human but got tattoos, dental implants, and other operations to make him look like a lizard king?
Endless possibilities!
THE KING OF FIGHTERS-i 2012
THE KING OF FIGHTERS-i 2012 Now Available on the App Store
KOF-i returns to iPhone and iPod touch with second game in the series
SNK PLAYMORE USA CORPORATION (Corporate HQ: Suita-city, Osaka, Japan, Company President: Ryo Mizufune) is proud to announce the second installment of its popular KOF-i series, THE KING OF FIGHTERS-i 2012, is now available on the App Store for iPhone and iPod touch.
KOF-i 2012′s controls allow players to perform special moves and combos, and the game features a multitude of modes for thousands of hours of enjoyment and intense battle. In addition, game play experience is enhanced with the addition of new fight rules, previously available only in the PS3 / Xbox 360 version.
Along with the 20 characters in KOF-i, four new teams of characters are now available, including ‘ART OF FIGHTING’, ‘PSYCHO SOLDIER’, ‘KIM’, and ‘IKARI’ team, bringing the total number of playable fighters to 32. The game also includes six bonus background stages, including popular console stagesPlazaofSnowand Blue Sky Open Café.
In addition to multiplayer over Bluetooth, ‘Versus’ Battles in KOF-i 2012 can be enjoyed via Game Center, both in ‘Rank Versus’ mode, in which player ranking varies depending on the total number of victories and losses, and in ‘Friend Versus’ mode, where the player’s ranking is not reflected. Also new in KOF-i 2012, a new ‘Time Attack’ mode is available where players must win 10 matches as fast as possible, as well as additional features like ‘Ending Movies’ for each default team, new challenges, trading cards and illustrations.
THE KING OF FIGHTERS-i 2012 App is available for $6.99 from the App Store on iPhone and iPod touch or at www.itunes.com/appstore. Additional characters, including ‘NESTS-Style KYO’ and ‘IORI with the Power of Flames’ are available for $1.99 each through In-App Purchase.
For more information on THE KING OF FIGHTERS-i 2012, please visit the official site located at www.iphone.snkplaymoreusa.com/kof-i2012. For more information on SNK PLAYMORE USA, please visit the official web site at www.snkplaymoreusa.com.