We got footage from the new Nintendo Land mini-games, and for the first time, we get a glimpse
of Darksiders 2 and NBA2K13 running on the Wii U!
Battle Chasers: Nightwar is an RPG from the developers
of Darksiders that is inspired by the classics of console JRPGs.
In continuing the theme of arena challenges and new game modes, with only two weeks until the release
of Darksiders...
Unfortunately Vigil Games, developers
of Darksiders, were not auctioned off in the proceedings and have -LSB-...]
From the creators
of Darksiders, THQ Nordic and Airship Syndicate have teamed up to develop Battle Chasers: Nightwar, a game based on the 90's comic «Battle Chasers.»
The game was developed by Airship Syndicate, founded by the creators
of the Darksiders game, including the creative director and the comic's author, Joe Maureira.
QOTW: The only thing that comes to mind is the first time I played through Darksiders 2, I had just started rewatching the newer Dr.. Who runs, so now whenever I think
of Darksiders 2 I think of Christopher Eccleston's run as the Dr.
Check out the new teaser trailer
of Darksiders Warmastered Edition, featuring some gameplay footage:
Amazon recently listed a remastered edition
of Darksiders II, however shortly after it was was spotted they pulled it from the site.
When you consider where Battle Chasers: Nightwar comes from, it's unsurprising why it likely reminds
you of Darksiders.
Darksiders Warmastered Edition is being developed by the experienced developers at KAIKO, who have already been involved with some of Nordic Games» projects in the past, like the Xbox One Version
of Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition and Legend of Kay Anniversary (all platforms).
Yet he's having to face off a triple offensive
of Darksiders, Bayonetta and Dante's Inferno, one after another.
So, what do you get in the Wii U version
of Darksiders II other than an already great action / adventure game?
When the Wii U version
of Darksiders Warmastered Edition was delayed with no clear release window in sight, fans worried it would be cancelled like many other late Wii U projects.
That is how I feel about the fact that Vigil Games, developers
of the Darksiders IP, were not bought in the auction THQ held two days ago.
In comparison to the first installment, the creators
of Darksiders II have prepared a much larger and more diverse world, through which the hero travels, accompanied by his steed (Despair) and a crow (Dust).
Nordic Games has confirmed that a remastered version
of Darksiders II is currently in development for the new - gen.
But perhaps the most surprising is that Vigil Games, developers
of Darksiders, have not yet been picked up.
The creators
of the Darksiders world, and a new unnamed property, would seem to be shutting its doors for the last time.
After the success
of Darksiders, UFC and Metro 2011, THQ are having to rebuild their stable of developers and titles.
The Xbox 360 and PS3 versions
of Darksiders II have been given a release date of 29th June, THQ has confirmed.
Do I really need to buy The Last of Us if I haven't even installed my copies
of Darksiders II, Hitman: Absolution, Cannon Brawl, Mercenary Kings, Orcs Must Die, Dear Esther or X-Com: Enemy Unknown?
It's been a few years since the release
of Darksiders II and that growing community remains very active — very hungry — for what will come next.
They've worked on a bunch of VR games since, the most famous of which is easily Chronos, as well as the remaster
of Darksiders II (Deathinitive Edition).
I like the mechanics but dislike the settings, characters, art design and storytelling
of the Darksiders series.
In continuing the theme of arena challenges and new game modes, with only two weeks until the release
of Darksiders II news has surfaced of the brand new Crucible Mode, complete with a handy introduction video.
Nordic Games and Airship Syndicate, formerly of Vigil (makers
of Darksiders) have teamed up to create a beautifully rendered indie RPG mixing the exploration elements of Bastion and the battle system of Child of Light.
The Wii U edition
of Darksiders II will feature additional bonus - content not included with other formats.
Our friends at THQ Nordic, owners
of the Darksiders franchise partnered with us to take the game even further.
Check out the Documentary on the history
of Darksiders featuring interviews with folks from Gunfire Games and Airship Syndicate!
THQ Nordic announced today that it would be working alongside Gunfire Games which is largely made up of ex Vigil employees who worked on earlier iterations
of Darksiders.
Fans
of the Darksiders series may still have hope yet as Crytek USA looks into buying the franchises rights.
The full details
of Darksiders: Warmastered Edition can be found below:
THQ have announced that all pre-orders
of Darksiders II on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC will receive a free upgrade to the limited edition.
There's a range of games in December's PlayStation Plus lineup, from the bloody action
of Darksiders II to visual novel Xblaze Lost: Memories.
In contrast to the above statement Virgil games, the creators
of Darksiders II beg to differ.
There's more great content to review below including getting set for next week's retail release
of Darksiders II by grabbing the Darksiders II Season Pass.
At a recent preview event for Darksiders 2 I sat down with Joe Mad, Creative Director on Darksiders 2, to talk about his transition from comics to video games, the core tenets
of the Darksiders franchise and even secret Nintendo assassins.
One
of Darksiders 2's more interesting mechanics is its randomly generated loot system.
The technical side
of Darksiders II isn't as laudable, especially on consoles, where the frame rate gets rough when the action picks up and little things like shadow detail are noticeably drawing in as you run around.
It does add to the experience
of Darksiders 2.
If all goes according to THQ Nordic's plan, we should soon see the announcement
of Darksiders 4, where you'll be able to finish the series, playing as the final Horseman, Strife.
This is a great game for you to step into the world
of Darksiders as Darksiders 3 was announced on May 2, 2017.
«After ending yesterday with the successful launch
of Darksiders II, we at Vigil Games woke up to get word of a former employee's statements regarding how his contributions were not being accounted for in the credits of the game.
This time, The Gamesmen talk about the Windows 10 S, Burger King helping making you fat, a lawsuit for Prey for the Gods, the first expansion for Breath of the Wild, a growth in gaming PC sales, and the announcement
of Darksiders 3.
You're probably not going to find yourself deeply invested in Death's quest to save his brother, bu it is an entertaining yarn that boasts some great dialog and terrific voice acting, and it is pretty hard not to get caught up in the awesome mythology
of the Darksiders universe.
But the launch
of Darksiders II has been somewhat marred by a reminder of how horrible the modern gaming industry can be, a fact that many people like to ignore or simply won't talk about.
Back in June fans were nervous when a qoute from THQ seemed to indicate that the future
of the Darksiders franchise was uncertain, and with the companies recent struggling to stay afloat there were worries that even Darksiders II may never get to see the light of day.
A «Hell Book Edition»
of Darksiders featuring some extra bells and whistles will be available in the UK at least, but nothing of the sort has been announced for the US version of the port.
Going forward, the gameplay attempts to feel similar to that of The Witcher in terms of movement and controls, while looking like it contains the graphics and enemy base similar to
that of Darksiders.