Cosmic League – Pre-registration for anime online shooter sequel is live

[Pre-register] CyberStep today announced that the sequel to its online anime-style shooter CosmicBreak, Cosmic League, will be released in North America on 10 December. Till 7 December, players who pre-register will receive an exclusive hair color for one humanoid, free tickets for…

Blade Waltz – Netmarble launches rhythmic action mobile RPG worldwide

Netmarble, one of the fastest growing mobile games company in Asia, today announced its latest mobile game, Blade Waltz, is now available for iOS and Android devices in 153 countries and in 16 different languages. Pulling players into the world…

Need For Speed EDGE – Closed Beta for Korea-exclusive racer confirmed

Since working with Electronic Arts on the highly-successful FIFA Online 3 in South Korea, Nexon has announced a Free-to-Play version of Titanfall as part of the ongoing collaboration. Need For Speed EDGE will arrive first, with Closed Beta starting on 26…

Sphere 3: Enchanted World – New MMORPG prepares for global launch

[Game register] Russian developer NIKITA ONLINE recently announced that its new MMORPG, Sphere 3: Enchanted World, will be available worldwide later this fall. Players will take a journey through an epic fantasy world, where the game prides itself as PvP-based…

ZENONIA S: Rifts in Time – New mobile RPG is shooting up the charts

Following its global launch on iOS and Android devices last week, ZENONIA S: Rifts in Time has shot up the charts, racking several Top 50 spots across the world. In the game, players will explore 9 new realms with familiar heroes,…

Paladins – SMITE developer reveals Founder’s Pack for new team shooter

[Beta register] If you did not know, Hi-Rez Studios, developer of SMITE, announced Paladins back in August. Recently, a Founder’s Pack was teased on the game’s website, and it costs USD 19.99 with digital extras. Beta will begin on 17 November,…

Neverwinter – Gameplay trailer for Underdark expansion revealed

[Play now] Demons have invaded the world of Neverwinter! Featuring a brand new story written by New York Times Bestselling Author R.A. Salvatore, Neverwinter: Underdark will introduce a 10-player battle with the dreaded Demogorgon, two end-game skirmishes, new gear and…

Pocket MapleStory – Interview with Nexon Korea for new mobile RPG

Nexon Korea recently launched Pocket MapleStory in English, while Asiasoft is preparing Pocket MapleStory SEA for those in Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand. I had a quick Q&A session with a representative from Nexon Korea to find out more on…

Borderlands Online – China-exclusive online shooter officially canceled

A couple of days back, the Chinese media reported about the rumored closure of 2K Games in China. Take-Two Interactive, the parent company, has since confirmed closing its 2K China studio following the cancellation of Borderlands Online. The Shanghai studio…

Overwatch – Blizzard announces 3 editions for new team shooter

[Pre-order] Following the unofficial confirmation for Overwatch’s price earlier, Blizzard has officially confirmed the rumors at BlizzCon 2015. Overwatch will be available in 3 different editions, the Standard, Origins, and Collector’s editions. The Origins and Collector’s will score players a number of…

Overwatch – GameStop confirms team shooter will cost USD59.99

[Source] Following the leaked image seen below, Game Informer has confirmed via GameStop, its parent company, that Overwatch will be sold for USD59.99. The team shooter from Blizzard will be available for PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. The details…

Fantasy War Tactics – Nexon launches new mobile SRPG worldwide

Magic and machines co-exist in Fantasy War Tactics, as Nexon, a worldwide leader in free-to-play online and mobile games, through its Korean subsidiary, Nexon Korea, launches the highly-anticipated strategy role-playing game (SRPG) today for Android and iOS devices. Fantasy War Tactics…

ASTA: The War of Tears and Winds – Interview with publisher Webzen

[Beta signup] Developed using CryEngine, ASTA got much attention when first announced in South Korea, being touted as the “Asian World of Warcraft”. However, the game was thought to be gone forever with the closure of the Korean server announced in…

Bandai Namco – Asian studios wanted to develop mobile games

The Taiwan branch of Japanese games developer, Bandai Namco, is looking to work with local and Asian studios to develop mobile games based on established intellectual properties. These includes Tekken, SoulCalibur, Katamari Damacy, and Mr. Driller. More IPs will be made…