Darkain Arts Latest Animation On IndieGoGo

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Les Major

Some of you may know I also write for Darkain Arts Gamers, a proud supporter of news for Broken Joysticks. That same company is also my animation studio and the group behind a video game concept that didn’t quite take off. Now they’ve joined the crowd funding scene on indiegogo to get the time to release their latest animation, FantaSize 2. You can see more about it here including a trailer: http://www.indiegogo.com/fantasize2 or read more below.

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Nintendo Power – Final Issue Retrospective

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Les Major

Last month the final issue of Nintendo Power was released. I was hesitant to pick up a copy due to low funds during the holiday season, but nostalgia pulled me in and I couldn’t be happier! Back in the day I think I’d started with issue two, and this issue brings back a lot of fond memories, as well as making some new ones. So what is in store in this issue?

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Final Fantasy XIV Beta Info & New Dungeon Video

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

The world of Final Fantasy XIV came crashing down with their world ending event earlier this year. Square Enix is working on a new version of the game with a brand new engine, new mechanics and other enhancements. The publisher has announced plans to begin a multi-stage beta test of A Realm Reborn starting this February. Alongside the announcement of the beta testing plan they also released a short video from an alpha version of the game showcasing the new instanced dungeons. Legacy players from the original FFXIV and holders of a special pass bundled with Final Fantasy XIV will

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Sony Japan Discontinues PlayStation 2

Posted on December 29, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

Our old friend the PlayStation 2 will be entering its 13th year with this coming March, the console may finally be nearing its end in the east. It has seen a significantly longer lifespan in Japan than say in North America. According to Famitsu, Sony Japan will cease production on the PS2 and once the existing stock has run its course, that’s it. Sony’s machine launched in the Spring of 2000 in Japan and in October of 2000 here in the west. During that time we have seen the release of several great games such as Metal Gear Solid 2,

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Great Holiday Giveaway Day 4: Crusader Kings 2

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

Our Great Holiday Giveaway continues with your chance to win one of three copies of Crusader Kings 2, courtesy of Paradox Interactive, the game’s publisher! This game features a storyline spanning over 400 years of medieval European history! In order to secure the future of your dynasty you must not online recruit forces but also protect religious interests as well. You’ll have to not only deal with political intrigue but also the military might of other empires. To win one of these 3 codes simply @BrokenJoysticks on twitter, like us on Facebook (and message us) or email contests@brokenjoysticks.net. We’ll choose three winners like we

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Holiday Giveaway Day 3: Naval War Arctic Circle

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

Yesterday was a well deserved day of rest for our staff but we are ready to hit the high seas with a brand new giveaway. Today we are giving away 3 copies of Naval War Arctic Circle for Windows PC. Get ready to watch the waves pass you by, as you attempt to dodge an oncoming missile. In Naval War Arctic Circle where players control both Naval and Air forces in one of two campaigns – either Nato or Russian forces. Battles aren’t just close quarters either, as large scale aerial battles can take the form of long range missile

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Grand Theft Auto V To Be Released On March 26th?

Posted on December 25, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

Grand Theft Auto V has been on our most wanted list for the last few months, ever since RockStar Games dropped the brand new trailer and plot details we’ve wanted to know when we would have it in our hands. According to a recently updated Amazon page the game could be released on March 26th.The listing was originally spotted by the folks over at Collider. It is important to note that until Rockstar announces an official date for GTAV this should be considered rumor. I wouldn’t book off an end of March holiday just yet. Source: Collider

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Great Holiday Giveaway Day 3: Tripwire Complete Pack

Posted on December 25, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

Our holiday giveaways continue and since it is Christmas morning (at least in most of the world as of this writing) we’ve decided to giveaway three Tripware Complete Bundles for Windows PC through Steam. These packs valued at $29.99 include four different games – Dwarves, The Ball, Red Orchestra 2 and Killing Floor with all DLC. To win one of these 3 codes simply @BrokenJoysticks on twitter, like us on Facebook (and message us) or email contests@brokenjoysticks.net. We’ll choose three winners like we have the past few days. Merry Christmas from all of us here @ BrokenJoysticks.net Note: * These codes were provided

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Retro City Rampage Now Free On PlayStation Network

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

Need a  reason to stay in on Christmas Eve? Sony may have just given you one if you are a Playstation Plus subscriber. This past falls Retro City Rampage, a 2D top down game inspired by the open world crime games of yesterday is now available for free.  Sure we write a lot of positive things about PSN+ but it is truly an amazing service and this latest addition just gives us more reasons to keep the subscription topped off. Also announced on the PlayStation Blog is a digital sale for both regular Playstation Network members and Plus subscribers alike.

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Great Holiday Giveaway Day 2: Hearts of Iron III

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

Today’s Great Holiday Giveaway is a pretty sweet deal, up for grabs is not only three steam codes for the Hearts of Iron III Collection but also codes for the Their Finest Hour DLC expansion. We’re giving away 3 sets of codes for both the collection and Their Finest Hour to three lucky users who contact us in any of the methods listed below. Hearts of Iron III was released by Paradox Interactive released in 2009, this grand strategy game allows players take control of almost any nation involved in World War II. Commanders not only control military might but

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Chief Operating Officer for Capcom Europe Calls It Quits

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

David Reeves, Chief Operating Officer for Capcom Europe has stepped down from the Japanese publisher to further other opportunities, according to Game Informer. Reeves joined Capcom in March 2010 and his position would have him working closely with the European executive branch of the company. During his time at the company Capcom released Super Street Fighter IV,  Street Fighter x Tekken, Marvel Vs Capcom 3 among other games. He released a statement to MCV which you can check out after the jump!

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Blizzard Teases WoW Patch 5.2 In Holiday Message

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

World of Warcraft players have been enjoying Mists of Pandaria since its launch his past fall and have been waiting for the next batch of new content. Blizzard has now teased about patch 5.2 in their annual holiday message to players. Actually, message is probably not accurate because it is more of a teaser image. Along with the image Blizzard announced that 5.2 will go live on the Public Test Realm in early January before becoming widely available to all players. Players expect that 5.2 will bring a new raid centered around The Thunder King as well as a lifting

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Great Holiday Giveaway Day One: Testament of Sherlock Holmes

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

Our massive holiday giveaway is not only starting EARLY but we’re expanding it. We’ve got almost 50 codes to give away, over $500* worth of free games for you, our readers and we’re going to start things off right, with a little bit of a mystery. Each week day from now until January 10th we are going to be giving away one digital game (usually through steam) to our lucky readers who either read our facebook page, @brokenjoysticsks on twitter or send an email to contests @brokenjoysticks.net. Today’s giveaway is… *drumroll* 3 copies of The Testament of Sherlock Holmes for

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Blizzard Lays Down The Ban Hammer On Bots

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

There is nothing more frustrating than trying to find your perfect set of gear in a game like Diablo III only to find that either the people you are playing with have snagged it or the marketplace is flooded dozens of them thanks to bots. For serious players it can take away the meaning of rare drops and in the worst case scenarios it can bring the game to its knees by overloading the servers. Blizzard revealed today that they have banned a few thousand accounts for hacking, boting among other offenses. Since this is a game with an economy

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Steam Winter Sale Begins, Wallets Cry and Gamers Save

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Rae Michelle Richards

The time of year to empty our wallets into Valves coffers has come once again. The end of December may be synonymous with various holidays but for PC gamers there’s also the annual Steam Holiday Sale. The festivities kicked into gear earlier today and there seems to be a little bit of everything available with the promise of more to come! Several of the big titles from this fall are discounted 30 – 50% including Scribblenaughts Unlimited, Borderlands 2 and Hitman Absolution. Check out the full list of games available after the jump or head on over the Seam store

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