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Submission + - Sony and Microsoft's Failed Releases Since E3 2014

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Saturday June 13, 2015 @09:29AM

SlappingOysters writes: Ahead of E3 2015, which begins next week, Grab It has undertaken an analysis of the games announced at the big E3 press conferences for Sony and Microsoft last year, and reveals — amongst other data — that 60% of Microsoft's announced titles remain unreleased a year later, and 50% of Sony's announced titles remain unreleased. The article then debates whether this is good enough for both companies as they fight for market share.

Submission + - Intel Security Report - Gamers A Key Target in 165% Increase in Ransomware

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Tuesday June 09, 2015 @06:45AM

SlappingOysters writes: Grab it is reporting on an early look at the McAfee Labs Threats Report, May 2015, which shows a huge increase in ransomware cybercrime, and in particular the targeting of gamers for said acts. Allegedly, from February to April, $76,522 was blackmailed from gamers' wallets.

Submission + - Will Skylanders: SuperChargers include a "Mario Kart" Mode?

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Wednesday June 03, 2015 @08:46AM

SlappingOysters writes: The just announced Skylanders: SuperChargers will be the fifth game in the series and as detailed by Finder, it includes vehicles. At a demonstration held by Activision, the site got wind that there may be a Mario Kart-like racing mode in the offing, too. For more on the game you can also check out 16 Things I Learned About Skylanders: SuperChargers from My Demonstration over at Grab It.

Submission + - Bank Robbed For Real During Payday 2 Demonstration

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Wednesday May 13, 2015 @08:17AM

SlappingOysters writes: In the online co-op, multiplayer FPS Payday 2, you and three friends join forces to rob banks. Grab It is reporting that during a demonstration of the upcoming title in Sydney today, a bank was robbed just around the corner for real. Making this unlikely timing of events even more bizarre, the marketing staff and journalists at the event were wearing the evil clown masks seen in the game just 500m from where the crime was committed.

Submission + - 15 of the Best Kickstarter Games You Can Play Right Now

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Monday May 11, 2015 @07:25AM

SlappingOysters writes: Although there was some scepticism about crowdfunding, Kickstarter has proven to be a boon for game players. Grab it has assembled a list of the 15 best Kickstarted games that you can get your hands on right now.

Submission + - Will You be Smelting your Apple Watch Edition Within the Next 10 years?

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Tuesday May 05, 2015 @06:55AM

SlappingOysters writes: Comparison site finder has analysed the amount of gold in the Apple Watch Edition of the company's new wearable, and ran that against the data on the price of gold over time to get an idea of how much you might be able to sell the device for in the future, if you melted it back to its constituents.

Submission + - Complete Apple Watch vs Android Wear App Comparison

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Wednesday April 15, 2015 @01:53AM

SlappingOysters writes: Wondering if your favorite app is available on your smartwatch of choice? Finder has compiled a table of every app available to either the Apple Watch or Android-based devices, to help tech lovers decide on which wearable is best for them. The site has also compiled a complete list of Apple Watch games, which is a handy resource.

Submission + - Westeros vs. Essos - Where Would You Live in Game of Thrones?

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Tuesday April 14, 2015 @10:48PM

SlappingOysters writes: Finder has put together a comprehensive comparison of Westeros and Essos, the two main continents in Game of Thrones, with a means to discovering which would be the most pleasant place to live. The article comes with a full infographic detailing all the information.

Comment Good games will come (Score 1) 1

by SlappingOysters on Friday April 10, 2015 @06:54AM (#49445035) Attached to: 9 Leading Games Experts Speak Out on the Apple Watch

I do think we will see good games in the future for wearables, but I think they will be vastly different from the types of games we see on the iPhone. Totally new ways to play. At least a year off though.

Submission + - 9 Leading Games Experts Speak Out on the Apple Watch 1

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Friday April 10, 2015 @06:52AM

SlappingOysters writes: In the wake of today's first public outing for the Apple Watch, Finder had addressed the limited number of game apps announced for the device. The site has spoken to a number of leading games and technology outlets — including Gamespot, CNET, Game Informer and Grab It — to get an expert opinion on the future of the Apple Watch as a gaming device. The site has also put live the complete list of Apple Watch games.

Submission + - When Will The Apple Watch 2 Come Out?

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Wednesday April 08, 2015 @08:01PM

SlappingOysters writes: Technology comparison site finder has crunched the numbers of Apple's release strategy and predicts a March 18, 2016 launch for the Apple Watch 2. It comes just ahead of the public hands-on for the first Apple Watch, with some concerns about its feature-depth with key experiences like gaming.

Submission + - Nintendo to Announce Virtual Boy 2

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Thursday March 19, 2015 @07:31AM

SlappingOysters writes: Nintendo has officially unveiled the development of its next home console, codenamed the NX. This article at finder puts forward the case that Nintendo will be stepping back into the virtual realty game with a follow-up to its ill-fated 1995 peripheral, the Virtual Boy. It would be going head-to-head with the Vive, Project Morpheus and the much-rumoured, not yet announced, Microsoft VR unit.

Submission + - Battlefield Hardline Launch Interview

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Wednesday March 18, 2015 @12:37AM

SlappingOysters writes: Finder has an interview with Visceral Games' creative director Ian Milham focusing on the studio's just released blockbuster Battlefield Hardline. The interview discusses the game's origins, user concerns over multiplayer lagging, the divisive single player experience and more.

Submission + - The Top 10 Best Masks in Video Games

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Sunday March 08, 2015 @06:15AM

SlappingOysters writes: In honour of the recent release of The Legend of Zelda: Majora'a Mask 3D on the Nintendo 3DS, Grab It has put together an in-depth look at the Top 10 Masks in Video Games. The list is sure to tickle the nostalgia bone. The site also recently did a top 10 pirate games that is also worth a look.

Submission + - Interview: How Embryios Offers Tactical Squad-Based Combat at its Purest 1

Submitted by SlappingOysters on Thursday March 05, 2015 @08:08AM

SlappingOysters writes: Grab It has an exclusive interview with indie developer Creoterra where engineer Joe Woynillowicz talks through his upcoming strategy-RPG Embryios: Prophecy of Flame. The game is coming to PC, Mac and iOS, and is inspired by Might & Magic, Baldur's Gate and tabletops, amongst others. The site has a number of exclusive screenshots, too.

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