RECOMMENDED: THE SETTLERS ONLINE/WARRIORS OROCHI 3 HYPER The Settlers Online
Billy Langsworthy finds another free-to- play powerhouse making the move to retail
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Released: Out Now
Formats: PC
Publisher: Ubisoft
Developer: Blue Byte
Distributor: Gem
WITH more than 150,000 players online, The Settlers Onlineis hoping to find an equally well populated home in retail with the launch of it’s boxed iteration.
“It is a step for retailers to enter the digital space and make additional revenue on digital content. The Settlers Onlineis the perfect opportunity for them to enter and promote F2P games,” says Thomas Paincon, Ubisoft’s free-to-play publishing director.
“Some players tend to trust what packaged goods offer, even for F2P online titles, more than spending money directly online. The Settlers brand has been known for years and this starter pack is a great opportunity for players to test this new online version.” Both Settlersveterans and those new to the title can enjoy exclusive adventure and tactical maps courtesy of an extra resource pack and the included ‘The Nords 1’ mission.
“Being a browser game, technical constraints are close to nothing for players and will encourage people to join The Settlers Online community,” adds Paincon. Blue Byte look set to
continuously improve the game with content launching in 2013 including a player versus player system and a new science system which allows gamers to specialise in aspects such as production and the military.
Warriors Orochi 3 Hyper
The popular hack and slash franchise starts a fight on Wii U. Billy Langsworthy takes a look
HAVING hacked and slashed its way across the PS3 and 360, the Warriors Orochiseries is heading onto next generation of consoles with its Wii U debut Warriors Orochi 3 Hyper. Alongside the 130 playable characters from Dynasty Warriors, Samurai Warriors, Dead or Aliveand Ninja Gaiden, Wii U consumers can play as four new characters exclusive to the console.
Hyper will also allow players to
take each other on in a Duel mode that blends card and player vs. player battles to create a unique style of gameplay that can be played against the computer or online with friends.
The Wii U gives gamers the opportunity to play local two-player co-op using both the TV and the Wii GamePad screen combination or a standard split screen on the TV.
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“Warriors titles are known for their extensive, loyal fanbase and we expect that fans of the series to embrace this version as well,” says Marilena Papacosta, PR and marketing manager at Tecmo Koei.
Wii U consumers can play as four new characters exclusive to the console
“We find that the community is really responsive when it comes to titles from the Warriors series and so our plan is to re-enforce and grow their engagement level through a series of sponsored stories and Facebook advertising on our social channels.”