Jade’s Ascension takes us to the arcade in a PS4 exclusive.

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Jade’s Ascension takes us to the arcade in a PS4 exclusive.

I don’t quite know what it is about gamers and the word exclusive. We’ll go to great lengths sometimes to get a game we want to play even if it means buying a console first. I completely understand the warm fuzzy feeling you get when you know nobody out of your console owning sphere can play what you’re playing: it’s nice to be part of the club. What I’m not sure I understand is whether it’s worth paying hundreds of pounds (or dollars) to get that feeling and essentially shell out £300 for a £40 game in the process. What I do love is when an exclusive comes along for the console I’m already on which makes owning said game a lot less expensive all around and is still totally rewarding. Stop babbling and get on with it? Yes, probably a good idea. The game is Jade’s Ascension and it’s exclusive to the PS4 Store.

Set in the Kingdom of Mojolonia, Jade’s Ascension will see players taking part in a tournament for the crown. This will not be an easy task, however, as the chosen will need to navigate a series of rooms filled with dangerous hazards if they are to become the new ruler.

Based on Chinese mythology, Jade’s Ascension is a co-op affair for up to four gaming friends. Using unique characters, you’ll have to work together to figure out how to best use their individual abilities to overcome the enemies and obstacles present in each room. Your characters will also grow as you play. If you can defeat the bosses controlling the game’s towers, they’ll earn special abilities as a reward.

The towers you and your team will enter each have their own enemy hazards and bosses to conquer. You’ll need to change your tactics accordingly so don’t expect Jade’s Ascension to be a walk in the park once you’ve got the basics down. The variety being offered should also give this title a good amount of life and replayability.

So, what’s not to love? You’re getting an exciting and colorful new arcade adventure only you and your PS4 loving friends will be able to take part in. That should help you scratch the itch if having an exclusive or two in your library is a must. Jade’s Ascension is a digital-only release and you’ll find it in the PlayStation Store for $9.99.

 

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Orwell’s Animal Farm introduces the satirical tale to PC and mobile platforms

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Orwell’s Animal Farm introduces the satirical tale to PC and mobile platforms

Perhaps you were in grade school when you first learned about George Orwell’s novella Animal Farm, a story about a group of animals that fight for equality as they revolt against the farmer Mr. Jones. This allegory is as relevant in 2020 as it was in 1945, especially with the November 3rd election in the United States, one of the most monumental elections in history. The new teaser trailer for Orwell’s Animal Farm is more like a political campaign than a videogame announcement, with the narrator quoting directly from Orwell’s satirical tale, “No one believes more firmly than comrade Napoleon that all animals are equal.”

Orwell’s Animal Farm is a choose your own adventure game developed by The Dairymen and Nerial that sets the player in Manor Farm, home to a variety of animals whose fate depends on the choices you make. There are 8 possible endings, 6 destinies, and 40+ achievements in this adventure that takes place over the span of seven years in this Animalism uprising. Will you bring sustainability and cultivation to the farm to grow its resources? Will you protect your fellow animals and fight against the human enemy? Or will you make sacrifices for the greater good?

There are familiar characters in this game such as Napoleon the boar, leader of the farm, and Boxer the horse known for his loyalty and firm belief that Napoleon is always right. It is up to the player to decide the fate of each of these characters, navigating through the political strategies that can either destroy or nurture the happiness and population of Manor Farm.

The hand-drawn artwork, with its muted color palette and folk-style design, helps set the tone for the game, set to be released for PC and mobile platforms on December 10th. You might even recognize the narrator of Orwell’s Animal Farm, Abubakar Salim, known for his role as the voice of Bayek in Assassin’s Creed: Origins. If you’re like me and like to get alerts for upcoming releases, don’t forget to add this game to your Steam wishlist. After all, some games are more equal than others.

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We foresee The Skylia Prophecy coming to Steam

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We foresee The Skylia Prophecy coming to Steam

We love a good RPG. There are so many ways to tackle this genre but when done well they all lead to hours of story-driven fun. What we seem to see less of, though, are RPG platformers. It tends to be one or the other but relatively rarely both in one package. If you like a bit of side-scrolling hack and slash fun, The Skylia Prophecy is due for Steam on November 20th and it might just tick all your boxes.

The Skylia Prophecy is harking back to some of the great games of the 90s. This is a side-scrolling, pixel-drawn affair and that certainly isn’t a bad thing.

You’ll be diving into a medieval world where you’ll take the role of Mirenia. On your quest, you’ll need to help her vanquish an evil she unleashed when she was a teenager. In an attempt to right her wrong, you’ll have one hell of a journey ahead of you. Be prepared to explore dozens of lands and towns, navigate ancient dungeons and, of course, battle the hordes of monsters that stand in your way.

Let’s remember this isn’t just your average hack-and-slash affair. The RPG elements of The Skylia Prophecy will shine through in the people you meet and the quests you’ll have to complete to help them. You’ll not only be able to make some gold through the NPCs by selling powerful weapons and items but also learn a few secrets in the process to make your life and your journey that little bit easier.

Interestingly, we can also expect some puzzle elements to your journey. Aside from the many foes you’ll have to battle and the locals you’ll need to aid, in The Skylia Prophecy you’ll also be confronted with exploration-based riddles to ensure your brain is working in tandem with your thumbs.

For RPG addicts of a certain age, all this should bring back some pretty fond memories. Younger gamers should get a kick out of a style of gaming we don’t see anywhere near as often as we should anymore. Either way, The Skylia Prophecy is going to be worth a look for Steam owners in just a few weeks’ time.

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Support hurricane relief with new VR game Hive Slayer

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Support hurricane relief with new VR game Hive Slayer

King Crow Studios have launched their brand new VR title, Hive Slayer, as a free download with a modest request for a charitable donation. All of the proceeds from the donations go directly to the Southwest Louisiana Hurricane Relief & Recovery Fund, which provides direct support for the state after it has been hit with back to back hurricanes. Louisiana natives themselves, King Crow Studios, saw a chance to support their community and posted their latest game to get the awareness of the relief fund out there. 

2020 has been rife with setbacks and trying times, but on top of roughly 8 months of quarantine to be hit with consecutive hurricanes; I couldn’t even imagine. Tens of thousands of people have had their livelihood destroyed by natural disaster after natural disaster. I can’t praise King Crow Studios enough for this incredibly thoughtful act and releasing a full VR game for free and cede all potential profits in the name of charity. 

Hive Slayer is a VR experience available to download now on Steam and Itch.io with a simple mission: blast all the bugs. An arcade-style shooting gallery with a heavy sci-fi flair, Hive Slayer puts the player in the boots of mankind’s last hope against an alien menace. Shoot your way through multiple offline and online game modes to reach the highest scores and top the leaderboards. 

Hive Slayer is a free game, but King Crow Studios are requesting donations to be made on the itch.io page or directly to the state relief fund. Support an indie developer; support a state’s worth of people rebuilding their lives.  

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