Silent Hill Origins Preview (PS2)

Written by igcompany on Monday, 14 June 2010 13:54.

Game Information

If you?ve ever wondered just how the town of Silent Hill became the eerie mess that has been seen over four previous Silent Hill games, then this title will reveal all, set as a prequel to the sinister events that have been before.

This latest title retains the creepy and poignant atmosphere that has become a byword for Silent Hill and will keep players engrossed from start to finish with the well crafted storyline, the range of enemies and puzzles to solve as well as the haunting soundtrack composed by the legendary composer Akira Yamaoka, responsible for the musical score on all of the other titles.

The game follows Travis Grady, a truck driver who has become stranded in Silent Hill. Naturally, he has a few of his own demons to contend with and throughout the course of the game, both his and the town?s secrets come to the fore. The gameplay is still classic Silent Hill ? but with tweaks and additions created specifically for this newest incarnation. Users can now lock onto enemies to attack and will also find the control scheme changing intuitively for each situation.

Players also utilize an enhanced camera designed with Silent Hill Origins in mind, as well as an updated control method for more detailed exploration of the environment. There are now ?Cineractive? element where players have to hit buttons as prompted to escape enemies that have triggered the cinematic sequences.

The further into the game players get, more weapons become available plus more and more items from the surroundings can be used ? however overuse of items causes them to break and wear down, which could leave players unarmed at crucial moments.

Features
  • IMPORTANT CHAPTER IN THE SILENT HILL STORY
  • NEW ?CINERACTIVE? CONTROL SYSTEM
  • PREQUEL TELLS HOW SILENT HILL WAS CREATED
  • ORIGINAL SOUNDTRACK BY SERIES COMPOSER AKIRA YAMAOKA
  • LOOK AND FEEL RETAINS ALL THE CLASSIC SILENT HILL ELEMENTS
Silent Hill Origins
Silent Hill Origins

Silent Hill - Shattered Memories Preview(PS2)

Written by igcompany on Sunday, 13 June 2010 10:39.

Game Information

Konami reinvents its first Silent Hill classic, as Shattered Memories arrives to scare on Wii, PSP and PlayStation 2

Konami Digital Entertainment GmbH is to bring its terrifying Silent Hill series to Wii as Silent Hill: Shattered Memories heads to the Nintendo system for the first time in 2010. The game, a clever reimagining of the now out of print first Silent Hill title, will also be released for PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) and PlayStation®2 at the same time.

While the game shares its twisting plot with the original PlayStation game, Silent Hill: Shattered Memories takes a different path in many, many ways. Characters can be approached but will offer different responses and be found in different places, while new clues and gameplay paths can be followed. The title follows Harry Mason, as he attempts to unravel the mystery of his missing daughter, Cheryl. A broken man, Mason's investigations lead him to the mist-shrouded, snowy streets of Silent Hill: a malevolent town where the shadows play host to a wealth of evil, misshapen creatures.

Designed to make full use of the Wii's unique controllers, Silent Hill: Shattered Memories uses the Wii Remote as a torch and cell phone as Mason looks for clues. The torch is vital for scouring the darkened, abandoned buildings of Silent Hill, while the phone acts as a secondary user interface, allowing the player to access maps via its GPS capabilities and take pictures of interesting elements. Likewise, the Wii Remote also can be used to pick up, examine and manipulate items to solve puzzles along the journey. Such technology was not available when the original Silent Hill was released in 1999, and its inclusion showcases Konami's determination to enhance the playing experience with new, available technology. 

Also new to Shattered Memories is a psyche profile element, which monitors every aspect of player's reactions - from where they explore first, items that have been examined, and their reaction to those they meet. Small visual elements will also be altered slightly, adding to the oppressing atmosphere where nothing is what it seems. The psyche profile will adapt Harry's actions as and when he meets normal-looking people or the game's many inhuman denizens.

While the PSP® and PlayStation®2 will feature a more familiar control system, both games will boast the new additions, and are certain to entrance hardened fans of Silent Hill and newcomers alike. All three games are being developed by Climax, the team behind the acclaimed Silent Hill: Origins for PSP® and PlayStation®2, and will also feature an all-new soundtrack by series creator Akira Yamaoka.

Cabela's Dangerous Hunts Preview

Written by igcompany on Sunday, 22 November 2009 20:09.

The Hunter has just become the HUNTED!

The next evolution of hunting has taken a dangerous turn. Get ready for hunting action unlike anything you've ever encountered, with "kill or be killed" consequences that will leave you trembling at the knees and fearing for your life!

Cabela’s® Dangerous Hunts delivers intense hunting action in exotic locations throughout the world. Featuring some of the world’s most ferocious animals, such as Grizzly, Leopards, Rhinos, Cape Buffalo and more, in palm-sweating, heart-pounding hunting action. You’ll soon realize first-hand what every hunter fears most in terrifying “Kill or Be Killed” hunting action never before available!

Features Include:
• 27 big game animals to hunt
• 12 exotic locations throughout the world
• 3 modes of gameplay featuring:
* Quick Hunt
* Action Zone
* Career Hunt
• 1000s of authentic gear options including: 11 rifles, 3 handguns, 2 bows, 1 crossbow, 3 knives, plus 4 different scopes

Cabela's Dangerous Hunts 2 Preview

Written by igcompany on Sunday, 22 November 2009 18:03.

Take on the World's Most DANGEROUS Animals!

The latest title in Cabela’s® best-selling franchise, Cabela’s® Dangerous Hunts 2 provides you with savage animal encounters and a true adrenaline-pumping experience. Expert regional guides will lead you on 12 epic adventures to exotic locations around the globe in search of the world’s most dangerous animals in this story-based journey. Watch out, not everyone is going to make it back to the lodge alive!

Features Include:

- Beware when embarking on this adventure - These beasts are more ferocious and dangerous than ever before with innate predator instincts

- Rescue others in danger - Take on the world’s most dangerous animals on their own turf in order to rescue others in eminent danger

- Hunt from a helicopter or truck in regions never before seen in a hunting game - Russia, Argentina, and India

- Ammo is limited - You must often employ vicious “hand-to-claw” combat maneuvers, as well as use environmental objects to defend yourself

- All-new companion system - Expert regional guides will lead you through different environments and from one encounter to the next serving as a resource you will need to protect and occasionally offer as bait

- Three gameplay mechanics - Sniping, shooting from the back of a vehicle, and fighting up close & personal

- 20 exotic species and 12 global locations - Hunt Rhinos in India, Lions in Africa, Polar bears in Russia and much, much, more!

Cabela's Big Game Hunter Preview

Written by igcompany on Sunday, 22 November 2009 17:53.

Your Dream Hunt is Calling!

Take an incredible adventure to the world's marquee hunting locations in pursuit of the most sought-after and exotic big game trophy animals. You will need to put yout hunting skills and techniques to the test to master real-life hunting strategies and bring down legendary big game. Along your journey, you will meet hunting guides who will offer helpful hints, find unlockable hunts for birds and small game, and have surprise encounters with dangerous game. Are you ready for the hunting adventure of a lifetime?

Gameplay Features:

24 trophy big game species including Elk, Moose, Mule Deer, Caribou, Kudu, Red Stag, Big Horn Sheep, Cape Buffalo, Wild Boar and Grizzly Bear.

Hunt for legendary big game animals in 10 trophy hunts.

The world's top big game hunting locations including British Columbia, Montana, New Zealand, Africa and Argentina.

Enjoy immersive environments with incredibly realistic terrain, changing seasons, extreme weather and more.

Dangerous game that will threaten and attack until a final encounter where you must use your hunting skill to bring it down.

Real-life hunting strategies you will need to master include glassing, stalking, tracking, long-range shooting, baiting, stands, blinds and more!

Unlockable hunts and gear - each hunting environment will come to life, motivating you to explore and find hidden hunts and upgraded items.

Unlockable hunts and gear - each hunting environment will come to life, motivating you to explore and find hidden hunts and upgraded items.

Unlock hunts for over 20 species of small game, waterfowl and upland birds.

New hunting aids and shooting controls including adrenaline, stalking and tracking modes, and hunter sense which will highlight animals in their surroundings, allowing you to lock on and track their movements.

Hunting guides - keep your eyes and ears open for local guides who offer helpful hints and suggestions you need in your quest to bag record-setting big game.

Authentic weapons, gear and equipment modeled using the latest 3D technology for an incredibly realistic look.

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