Jul
26

Daemon X Machina

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Daemon X Machina is a mech action game developed by Japanese studio Marvelous exclusively for Nintendo Switch. Produced by Kenichiro Tsukuda of Armored Core fame, Daemon X Machina can be considered its spiritual successor.

After the moon tore apart, Earth was besieged by self-evolving AI weapons. To combat them, humanity calls on Outers – pilots with special abilities that allow them to control powerful Arsenal mechs. The mechs can be customized and equipped with a variety of weapons and armor, including ones salvaged from the enemy.

Daemon X Machina supports online co-op with up to four players tackling the missions and participating in mech battles together.

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Jul
21

NASCAR Heat 4

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NASCAR Heat 4 is a racing game based off the 2019 NASCAR season that includes the 2019 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series, NASCAR Xfinity Series, NASCAR Gander Outdoors Truck Series, and the Xtreme Dirt Tour.

Developer Monster Games and publisher 704Games promise the biggest visual and sound improvements in a decade, as well as new features like track map and unlockable paint schemes, smarter AI, drafting, and an enhanced Career mode.

The cover of the standard edition of the game features NASCAR champions Kevin Harvick and Tony Stewart, while the Gold Edition stars Jeff Gordon. The contents of these editions are detailed after the jump.

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Jul
19

eFootball PES 2020

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eFootball Pro Evolution Soccer 2020 is the latest association football simulator from Konami. Among the game’s licensed clubs are names like Arsenal, Manchester United, Bayern Munich, and Juventus, with whom Konami has an exclusive deal.

In addition to updated rosters, PES 2020 also brings gameplay enhancements, such as the new Finesse Dribble system and smarter AI. The Master League has been revamped, and an entirely new Matchday mode has been added, with competition events linked to real derby match schedules.

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Jul
18

Harvest Moon: Mad Dash

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Harvest Moon: Mad Dash is a fast-paced color-matching puzzle game that involves growing and harvesting various ingredients under a time limit, with the goal of earning a three-star rating for each level. The levels include Farm, Beach, Underworld, Skyworld, and more.

Up to four players on the couch can join in the family-friendly fun and cooperate to earn a higher score.

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Jul
7

Black Desert

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Black Desert is an open-world sandbox MMORPG developed by Korean company Pearl Abyss. The game is known for its aim-based combat that works similar to third-person shooters, as well as various non-combat activities including crafting, fishing, and trading. At the time of writing, it is estimated to have over 18 million players worldwide.

Since Black Desert is already out for PC and Xbox One, this article pertains to its upcoming launch on PlayStation 4. There are three digital editions available for pre-order, each with an increasing number of bonus content, as detailed after the jump.

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Jul
6

Wreckfest

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Wreckfest is a demolition derby racer from Finnish developer Bugbear Entertainment that is said to be a spiritual successor to their FlatOut series. One of Wreckfest‘s most touted features is the physics-based collision system that realistically affects driving depending on which part of the vehicle is damaged.

As the game is already out on PC as of June 2018, the pre-order details listed after the jump pertain to the upcoming Xbox One and PlayStation 4 launch.

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Jul
1

NBA 2K20

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Latest in 2K’s long-running basketball simulator series, NBA 2K20 is said to deliver best-in-class graphics and gameplay, fan-favorite game modes, and improved player control and customization. The open-world Neighborhood mode seen in previous titles is making a return as well. NBA 2K20 also includes WNBA for the first time in the franchise.

The cover athlete for the Standard and Deluxe editions of the game is the six-time NBA All-Star Anthony Davis of New Orleans Pelicans, while the Legend Edition cover is graced by the retired three-time NBA champion Dwayne Wade.

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