ID@Xbox Releases for this week

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ID@Xbox Releases for this week

Each week a number of new ID@Xbox titles are released. Here is the roundup of the releases for this week.

No Man’s Sky

No Man’s Sky is a science fiction game about exploration and survival in an infinite procedurally generated universe.

Inspired by the adventure and imagination that we love from classic science-fiction, No Man’s Sky presents you with a galaxy to explore, filled with unique planets and lifeforms, and constant danger and action.

Every star is the light of a distant sun, each orbited by planets filled with life, and you can go to any of them you choose. Fly smoothly from deep space to planetary surfaces, with no loading screens, and no limits. In this infinite procedurally generated universe, you’ll discover places and creatures that no other players have seen before – and perhaps never will again.

Aces of the Luftwaffe – Squadron

The Aces of the Luftwaffe have returned! Dodge a hail of bullets and face their fearsome war machines in bombastic air battles and boss fights!

Every end is a new beginning! When Europe seemed to be freed, a secret German commando called The Aces of the Luftwaffe took their chance to strike back and invade the USA! It’s your duty to restore peace and liberty by climbing aboard deadly wings of steel and fight against their fearsome war machines in bombastic air battles! Experience an epic storyline and survive the bullet hail above US coasts and cities! Command your wingmen, fight as a team, fight as a squadron!

Bud Spencer & Terence Hill

The first OFFICIAL Bud Spencer and Terence Hill videogame!

Bud Spencer and Terence Hill in their first virtual adventure. A brand new story! Whether in the Western Saloon, Miami Downtown, at the fairground etc… you’ll get the full load of funny conversation, slaps and of course lots of mass brawls.

Slaps And Beans is a co-operative or single player scrolling beat’em up game with the addition of platform elements and mini-games in which you’ll interpret the characters of Bud Spencer and Terence Hill.

Gene Rain

Gene Rain is a next-gen 3D third person shooter game. The story is set in a futuristic world, with a linear narrative structure, and uses shocking visual effects to present a brand new world for the players ‘ enjoyment.

Super Blackjack Battle 2

Headup Games and Stage Clear Studios would like to welcome you to the greatest Blackjack tournament the world has ever seen!

Super Blackjack Battle II Turbo edition introduces a roster of 12 very different characters all competing to become the greatest Blackjack player of all time.

Remothered: Tormented Fathers

Remothered: Tormented Fathers is the pure and realistic survival horror videogame. A game by Darril Arts, directed by Chris Darril, developed by Stormind Games.

The story revolves around Rosemary Reed, a fascinating 35-year-old woman, who reaches Richard Felton’s house, in order to investigate on the disappearance of a girl called Celeste. The woman is greeted by Gloria, the nurse who takes care of the old Richard. When Dr. Felton understands Rosemary’s true intentions, the dread begins.

Candle: The Power of Flame

Candle is an adventure with challenging puzzles. Play as Teku, a young novice on a dangerous journey to rescue his tribe’s shaman from the evil tribe of the Wakcha. But the way is littered with sinister traps and difficult obstacles.

Banner Saga 3

Banner Saga 3 is the final dramatic chapter in the mature, story driven Viking RPG series which has won over 20 awards and has been nominated for 4 BAFTA awards. As the world continues to crumble around you, who can you trust, how will you protect your allies and what choices will you make as the Darkness draws near?

See you next week for another round-up of the new ID@Xbox releases.

Two Minute Review: Snakebyte Head:Set X for Xbox One

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Two Minute Review: Snakebyte Head:Set X for Xbox One

Here is our two minute review of the Head:Set X for Xbox One from Snakebyte.

True gamers know that gaming headsets are a must. The snakebyte HeadSet X for Xbox One X is what you need if you’re looking to get to that next level. Built in is a 40mm audio driver that allows for optimal sound quality. A removable mic with flexibility is perfect for coordinating with your teammates and trash talking your foes. Soft and comfortable design makes this perfect for gamers seeking the best in audio quality and comfort. The 1.2 meter cable provides freedom to move around.

Features

  • Removable mic with flexible design allows for a tailored fit and optional use
  • 40mm speakers perform at an optimal level of sound quality
  • Cushioned earcups allow for comfort and noise isolation
  • Volume control is attached to a 1.2 m long cable for easy access
  • Design matches the Xbox One color scheme

Who are Snakebyte?

Established in Germany 1997, the snakebyte group is a leading global provider of consumer electronics. The Company has offices in Germany, Shenzhen, the US and Hong Kong and develops and distributes a wide selection of products specializing in connected media devices, gaming, simulation, drones & RC products. In addition, the Company provides its services in the OEM/ODM sector, working with partners to realise their goals and stay ahead of the competition. The snakebyte group have high levels of expertise in hardware engineering and software development, experts at creating an ecosystem in which technology and media can co-exist and provide state-of-the-art experiences for the consumer.

What’s in the box?

The box contains the headset, detachable mic and instructions.

A Closer Look

Final Thoughts

The Head:Set X is very lightweight and is foldable so that you can easily slip it into your pocket.

There is a detachable mic so it’s easy to use the headset with or without a mic depending on what you are using them for.

The ear cups are cushioned and so are comfortable to wear for extended periods of time, although depending on the size of your head and ears the amount of time that is may vary.

The headset itself is green and black in order to match the Xbox colour scheme. May not seem like a big deal but for some it’s a nice added touch.

The sound quality for such a small headset is very good. It’s in no way meant to be a proper replacement for a high end set, these are designed to be portable and used on the go.

Available now, the Head:Set X for Xbox One from Snakebyte is priced around £17.95.

For more information, please visit mysnakebyte.com and follow snakebyte on Facebook, and Twitter.

Two Minute Review: Snakebyte Head:Set 4 for PS4

Andrew Edney
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Two Minute Review: Snakebyte Head:Set 4 for PS4

Here is our two minute review of the Head:Set 4 for PS4 from Snakebyte.

True gamers know that gaming headsets are a must. The snakebyte HeadSet 4 for PlayStation 4 is what you need if you’re looking to get to that next level. Built in is a 40mm audio driver that allows for optimal sound quality. A removable mic with flexibility is perfect for coordinating with your teammates and trash talking your foes. Soft and comfortable design makes this perfect for gamers seeking the best in audio quality and comfort. The 1.2 meter cable provides freedom to move around.

Features

  • Removable mic with flexible design allows for a tailored fit and optional use
  • 40mm speakers perform at an optimal level of sound quality
  • Cushioned earcups allow for comfort and noise isolation
  • Volume control is attached to a 1.2 m long cable for easy access
  • Design matches the PlayStation 4 color scheme

Who are Snakebyte?

Established in Germany 1997, the snakebyte group is a leading global provider of consumer electronics. The Company has offices in Germany, Shenzhen, the US and Hong Kong and develops and distributes a wide selection of products specializing in connected media devices, gaming, simulation, drones & RC products. In addition, the Company provides its services in the OEM/ODM sector, working with partners to realise their goals and stay ahead of the competition. The snakebyte group have high levels of expertise in hardware engineering and software development, experts at creating an ecosystem in which technology and media can co-exist and provide state-of-the-art experiences for the consumer.

What’s in the box?

The box contains the headset, detachable mic and instructions.

A Closer Look

Final Thoughts

The Head:Set 4 is very lightweight and is foldable so that you can easily slip it into your pocket.

There is a detachable mic so it’s easy to use the headset with or without a mic depending on what you are using them for.

The ear cups are cushioned and so are comfortable to wear for extended periods of time, although depending on the size of your head and ears the amount of time that is may vary.

The headset itself is blue and black in order to match the PlayStation colour scheme. May not seem like a big deal but for some it’s a nice added touch.

The sound quality for such a small headset is very good. It’s in no way meant to be a proper replacement for a high end set, these are designed to be portable and used on the go.

Available now, the Head:Set 4 for PS4 from Snakebyte is priced around £17.95.

For more information, please visit mysnakebyte.com and follow snakebyte on Facebook, and Twitter.

Review of the Jabra Elite Active 65t wireless earbuds

Chris Hare
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Review of the Jabra Elite Active 65t wireless earbuds

Here is the review of the Jabra Elite Active 65t,  wireless earbuds targeted for active sports usage.

The Jabra Elite Active 65t, these come in a compact carrying case that not only keeps it protected but also offers an extra two charges for the earbuds, giving you a total of 15 hours playback on the go, priced at £169.99 from Jabra/Amazon.

charges via a micro USB

Because they’re specifically built to be used for sport, the Elite Active 65t also features a secure-fitting design to ensure they stay in your ears while you’re working out.

Jabra Elite Active 65t earbuds

With an integrated accelerometer to help track your workouts more accurately, we’re told that these wireless earbuds are IP56 certified against sweat, water and dust too!

micro USB lead and extra earbuds ear tips

The earbuds really do take well to being thoroughly soaked or very sweating like it is at the moment in the UK with this heat wave. Also happy to report that they continued to play music fine after the ‘shower’.

Setup

Flip open the matte charging pod, place the buds in your ears, download the Jabra Sound+ app and pair with your phone. It’s that easy. After initial setup, the Jabras will detect when they’re in your ear and automatically switch on and will pause if one bud is removed. Occasionally they may not sync correctly but a quick press of the button on the side of the earbud will bring it to life.

Volume controls are on the left earbud, easily felt by two small notches. The right earbud has a single button for play/pause. Two presses will switch on HearThrough mode allowing surrounding noise to mix with your music. This is great not only from a safety point of view but handy if you need to talk to someone as you no longer need to remove your earbuds. Hold the right button down and you’ll have access to Siri, Alexa or Google Assistant.

The Jabra Sound+ app is well designed and easy to use, allowing customisation of your sound with some pre-set profiles and features a graphic equalizer

The left ear does the controlling of the volume while the right one does the tracks controls

The Jabra fit snuggly into the outer ear with the bud sitting comfortably in the ear canal. They are perfectly weighted to stay in place while exercising. Indeed, they are so comfortable that, on occasion, I’ve forgotten I’m wearing them. A small microphone extends towards your mouth to handle phone calls and HearThrough mode. They look good in the ear and are completely unobtrusive.

Performance

Most impressive though is the Bluetooth performance, which is rock solid. Minimal dropouts and when they do drop it’s only for the briefest moment. Hands-free calling also works very well although I still feel a little self-conscious taking a call in public – the buds are small enough that you can look like you’re talking to yourself.

There are now quite a few wireless earbuds on the market and not many of them work as well as the Jabra Elite 65t. The sound quality, Bluetooth connectivity and design are all top, but what really puts these at the top of the pile for me is the fact that once they’re in your ears, they stay there!

Pros:
Stylish design that stays in your ears.
Great sound
Volume controls on the earbud
Cons:
No active noise cancellation

Review: Death Squared

Diogo Miguel
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Review: Death Squared

There are plenty of puzzles out there which means that it’s necessary to come up with ideas that can make a new puzzle game stand out. Death Squared seems to have a couple of ideas that could make it stand out.

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New Ni No Kuni 2 Season Pass Details

Diogo Miguel
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New Ni No Kuni 2 Season Pass Details

It’s been a couple of months since Ni No Kuni 2: Revenant Kingdom’s release, but Bandai Namco has finally provided some details on what players can expect from the season pass.

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Surgeon Simulator Coming to Switch

Diogo Miguel
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Surgeon Simulator Coming to Switch

The Nintendo Switch has proven to be an excellent source of income for publishers that have ported their games since its launch. So it’s no wonder that Bossa Studios is celebrating the 5th anniversary of its popular Surgeon Simulator games with a Nintendo Switch release.

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Review: Shuttle XPC Cube SZ270R9 Barebone Mini PC

Andrew Edney
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Review: Shuttle XPC Cube SZ270R9 Barebone Mini PC

Here is our review of the Shuttle XPC Cube SZ270R9 Barebone Mini PC.

Shuttle, the leading mini-PC designer, introduces its new Gaming Mini-PC model SZ270R9, supports the 7th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and set to deliver the best perfrmance for gaming and VR use. With RGB lighting technology, the all-new R9 model can be truly adapted to represent your lifestyle by color scheme set up. Designed to performance enthusiasts, the SZ270R9 provides dedicated XPC Overclock Software and a hardware physical turbo button on the top of the front panel allows real-time overclocking using single button. Small as it gets, the new R9 chassis offers a space for up to four 3.5” Hard Disk and two NVMe SSDs, it is able to support large size dual-slot graphics cards. Built-in Dual Intel Gigabit LAN, 500 Watt 80 PLUS SILVER PSU, three M.2 and ten USB ports, the SZ270R9 comes packed powerful and expandability in a small package and it’s definitely a gamer’s pick to LAN parties.

Specifications

FORM FACTOR Shuttle Form factor
PROCESSOR Support Kabylake/Skylake 95W Core i3/i5/i7 LGA 1151 CPU processor
CHIPSET Intel Z270 Express chipset
MEMORY (4) DDR4 2133/2400MHz support dual channel up to 64GB (16GB*4)
VIDEO OUTPUT Integrated in CPU
AUDIO Realtek ALC662
5.1 channel High Definition Audio
ETHERNET Intel Chip i211*2
10Mb/s,100Mb/s,1Gb/s operation
Support Wake-ON-LAN function
STORAGE INTERFACE SATA 6Gb/s
ONBOARD CONNECTORS (2) 4 Pin fan connector
(4) SATA 6.0 connectors
(1) ATX main power (2*10)
(1) ATX 12V power (2*2)
(1) RS232 header
(1) Front USB3.0
(1) Front AUDIO header
(1) 2×5 pin USB header
FRONT PANEL (2) USB 3.0 Port
(1) External microphone jack
(1) External headphone jack
Power button
Power led
Turbo button
Turbo led
BACK PANEL (4) USB 2.0 Port
(4) USB 3.0 Port
(1) Line in jack
(1) Line out jack
(1) Audio MIC in
(1) HDMI+DisplayPort
(2) LAN
(1) CMOS clear button
(2) DisplayPort
(3) Antenna hole
DRIVE BAYS (4) 3.5″ HDD bay
*Support up to 8*2.5″ HDD by using 4*PHD3 HDD rack when system extra SATA or RAID card
DIMENSIONS 332(L) x 216(W) x 198(H) mm
POWER 80 Plus 500W power supply
Input:100 – 240V AC
Support 80 PLUS silver
ACCESSORIES XPC Multi-Language quick guide
XPC DVD Driver
SATA cable x4(For HDD)
CPU Thermail Grease
Power cord
Screw package
EXPANSION SLOT (1) PCI-E X16 slot
(1) PCI-E X4 slot
(2) M.2 2280 type M socket
(1) M.2 2230 type A,E key socket
OS SUPPORT Windows 7 & Embedded series O.S
Windows 10 & Embedded series O.S
Linux

Who are Shuttle?

From their website:

“Established in 1983, Shuttle Inc. is headquartered in Taipei Taiwan and is a global information technology and manufacturing leader. Established as a manufacturer of computer motherboards, Shuttle utilized highly regarded Research and Development capabilities and patented cooling technologies and expanded to offer computer products. Today, Shuttle XPC computers consisting of consumer and commercial products including; Cube (mini-tower), Slim (1.3L and 3L), Nano, and All-in-One PCs. Shuttle also offers Digital Signage Media Players, Notebook Computers, and Tablets.”

What’s in the box?

The box contains the XPC cube, some instructions, cables, screws and thermal paste for the processor.

A Closer Look

Final Thoughts

One of the first things you notice when you take the XPC Cube out of it’s box is the size – it’s quite small! Don’t worry that it may be small but it can fit a lot in it! It also looks very good too. There is sufficient airflow down both sides of the case as well. There are front LED’s that you can configure to be different colours if that’s your thing.

The top has a power button and a turbo button, along with two USB 3.0 ports and a headphone and mic socket. The rear of of the cube has all the other ports you need.

Gaining access to the insides is just a case of unscrewing two thumbscrews and slipping off the case – it’s really simple. And just as simple to put it all back together again.

The cube itself includes a power supply and a motherboard and also the CPU cooler, but you will need to supply your own hard drive, processor and memory, and you can also add your own graphics card too if you want to use something extra, two in fact, and if you are building a games machine you will probably want to do that so that you have the best graphics you can. The Shuttle website has a detailed list of supported components you can use, so make sure you check that out before you go ahead and buy anything.

Everything is already connected for you as well making it just a case of adding those components – everything else has been done for you which will both save you time and make it less fiddly.

I’m not going to talk about the performance of the cube because this will all depend on what you decide to use, but whatever you select it is very easy to fit into the cube and be ready to game!

I mentioned the turbo button, this is there to be used to overclock the cube when configured. You can then turn off the overlocking when you don’t need it just by pressing the button again.

So if you are in the market to build your own compact gaming PC but you don’t want to start from scratch then you should definitely take a look at the XPC Cube as it has everything you need to get you on your way to building a kick ass gaming PC – highly recommended, you should get one today! My one is currently sitting in pride of place on my desk.

The Shuttle XPC Cube SZ270R9 Barebone Mini PC is available now priced around £350.

You can learn more from the Shuttle website here.

Review: Flip Wars

Diogo Miguel
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Review: Flip Wars

There was a peculiar title called Flip Wars that stood out when Nintendo started announcing games that were in development for the Nintendo Switch ahead of the hardware’s launch. At the time it seemed like the sort of title that would flourish in hardware meant to be played anywhere.

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Never before seen video of Shadow of the Tomb Raider in the city of Paititi

Chris Hare
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Never before seen video of Shadow of the Tomb Raider in the city of Paititi

Square Enix, Eidos-Montréal, and Crystal Dynamics delivered a new video for Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Featuring never-before-seen gameplay and developer insights, the footage highlights the vibrant and captivating city of Paititi.

Created by a team of veteran TOMB RAIDER developers at Eidos-Montréal, in collaboration with Crystal Dynamics, the game will be available on September 14, 2018 for the Xbox One including Xbox One X, PlayStation 4, and Windows PC/Steam.

Review: Tiny Troopers Joint Ops XL

Diogo Miguel
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Review: Tiny Troopers Joint Ops XL

Nintendo hardware isn’t usually associated with shooting games, so the release of Tiny Troopers Joint Ops XL on the Nintendo Switch is a welcome one.

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Review: HyperX CLOUD Alpha Pro Gaming Headset

Andrew Edney
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Review: HyperX CLOUD Alpha Pro Gaming Headset

It’s time for our review of the HyperX CLOUD Alpha Pro Gaming Headset.

HyperX Cloud Alpha’s ground-breaking Dual Chamber Drivers design will give your audio more distinction and clarity by reducing distortion. The dual chambers separate the bass from the mids and highs, allowing optimal tuning for cleaner, smoother sound. The Cloud Alpha headset builds upon HyperX’s foundation of signature award-winning comfort with premium red memory foam, expanded headband and softer, more pliable leatherette. The aluminium frame is built for long-lasting durability and, as requested by players, Cloud Alpha also features a tough, detachable braided cable. The detachable noise-cancellation microphone is certified by Discord and TeamSpeak, ensuring you’ll have great team communication. It’s multi-platform compatible with in-line audio controls, so serious gamers on PC, PS4, Xbox One and other platforms with a 3.5mm port will benefit from the bold sound of the Cloud Alpha evolution.

Features

  • HyperX Dual Chamber Drivers for more distinction and less distortion
  • Signature award-winning HyperX comfort
  • Durable aluminium frame with expanded headband
  • Detachable braided cable with convenient in-line audio control
  • Detachable noise-cancellation microphone
  • Discord and TeamSpeak Certified
  • Multi-platform compatibility

What’s in the box?

The box contains the headset, detachable mic, instructions, and carry bag and cables.

A Closer Look

Final Thoughts

The first thing you notice about the CLOUD Alpha headset is the distinctive red and black look.

The headset is very light so you can wear it for hours without it becoming uncomfortable. The ear cups are very comfortable too with the headset suitable for most size heads. The ear cups and the headband are made from pliable leatherette.

The headset is connected to whatever device you want to use it with via a detachable braided cable. The cable is quite long so you should be able to sit somewhere comfortable without worrying about pulling the headset off. There is also a separate extension cable too if you need it. The cable also houses the in-line audio controls so everything is easily accessible for adjusting the volume.

There is a detachable noise-cancelling microphone that is easy to attach and remove. If you don’t want to use it, don’t plug it in and that way it doesn’t get in the way. The microphone works very and even speaking at a low volume the mic picked everything up without issue.

The Cloud Alpha is designed to work on PC, PS4, Xbox One and other platforms with a 3.5mm port. So whatever you want to use them on, you can.

The sound quality on the CLOUD Alpha is excellent – you really feel like you are part of the action.

If you are in the market for a great quality gaming headset then take a closer look, and listen, to the HyperX CLOUD Alpha Pro Gaming Headset – your ears will thank you for it!

The HyperX CLOUD Alpha Pro Gaming Headset is available now priced around £86.99.

You can learn more from the HyperX website.

ID@Xbox Releases: Week of July 23 – 27 2018

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ID@Xbox Releases: Week of July 23 – 27 2018

Each week a number of new ID@Xbox titles are released. Here is the roundup of the releases for the week of July 23 – 27 2018.

Mothergunship

MOTHERGUNSHIP mixes bullet-hell intensity with the FPS genre and brings one of the largest gun customization options seen in video games.

Craft gun monstrosities that no reasonable person could ever lift, face off against overwhelming odds in chaotic non-stop combat, fight gigantic bosses, play online alongside your friends in a full co-op experience, and rise up to face the ultimate challenge: the MOTHERGUNSHIP.

Mugsters

Aliens have taken over the planet and enslaved humanity. Only you have the know-how to drive back the dastardly threat, free your fellow Earthlings and SAVE THE WORLD.

Mugsters is focused on the players’ creativity. Break out the prisoners, collect the crystals and get the heck out of dodge any way you can!

The Path of Motus

Will you let other people stop you from pursuing your dreams? For generations, a village of goblins has been trapped inside a mysterious forest; anyone who attempts to leave returns hopeless and defeated. Determined to break new ground, a young goblin named Motus plans to build a series of bridges through the forest. However, his perseverance will soon be tested, as he meets bullies that use their own words to stop him. Will you find a way through life’s forest, or like others be lost in its depths with no will to continue?

The Mooseman

You are the Mooseman and you have the ability to see all that is hidden to the mortal eye. You are about to visit three layers of this universe – the first one is the Lower World where the spirits of the dead reside.

Welcome to the mysterious world of ancient myth, based on finno-ugric culture of bygone pagan times.

The Long Reach

The Long Reach is an adventure game filled with colorful characters, puzzles, and a shock of discovery. Wait, weren’t we supposed to say, “joy of discovery”? That can’t be right.

Nidhogg 2

The Wurm has returned and it must feed! Shed your garments and paint the walls with the flesh of your enemies, for only one can be worthy of sacrifice.

Guts and Glory

The objective is simple: Race to the finish line while everything tries to kill you.

Frost

Frost is a deck-building, solo survival card game set on a harsh, frozen world ravaged by a lethal storm. You must lead a group of nomads in search of the Refuge – a haven away from the Frost’s icy grip. 

As well as the unrelenting threat of the Frost, your arduous trek will be fraught with many other dangers, such as wolves, cannibals, hunger and fatigue. Manage your cards wisely to stay alive and make it all the way to the Refuge.

See you next week for another round-up of the new ID@Xbox releases.

Pixel Game Maker MV, coming to PC on July 24th

Chris Hare
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Pixel Game Maker MV, coming to PC on July 24th

Today PLAYISM in partnership with KADOKAWA Corporation has announced that the latest entry in the Maker series, Pixel Game Maker MV, is scheduled to begin Early Access on Steam from 24th July, 2018. The game creation software, which normally retails for £67.99/€71.99, will be on sale at launch for 20% off for £54.39/€57.59 for a limited time.

Pixel Game Maker MV is the perfect entry level game creation software that lets you easily create your very own original action games, without programming skills or specialized knowledge whatsoever. The action games you can create are limited only by your imagination. The ability to use original materials and resources for character animations, background maps, sound, etc., allows you to create truly unique games

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