Another EA reveal was the highly anticipated Mirror’s Edge 2. The teaser is composed entirely of in-game footage and it looks absolutely stunning. The DICE-developed sequel will be released “when it’s ready.”
Garden Warfare heading to Xbox and PC
EA announced a new Plants Vs. Zombies game in a very Battlefield-esque teaser. The game is going to be a multiplayer plant-based shooter. It’s coming first to Xbox One with 360 and PC ports following. No official word on PlayStation releases, but it’s likely they will follow the PC release.
Far Cry Classic heading to XBLA
Microsoft’s digital distribution platform will be the home to the re-release of the first Far Cry game under the banner Far Cry Classic. This re-release is heading to XBLA for 560 Microsoft Points ($7) this summer; Ubisoft is describing it as the “ultimate console version.” This re-release of the classic open-world game is going to boast updated visuals featuring “stunningly realistic foliage” and “real-time day and night cycles.” No word yet on a PS3 release.
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A Link Between Worlds trailer
The sequel to A Link to the Past now has a title: The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds. This sequel to the beloved SNES title is heading exclusively to Nintendo’s 3DS this November.
Luigi gets a starring role in upcoming Wii U game
It’s basically New Super Mario Bros U with different levels and Luigi, but, c’mon, that’s great, isn’t it?
Super Smash Bros heading to Wii U and 3DS
Nintendo revealed in their Nintendo Direct E3 show that they’ve got two Super Smash Bros. games in development right now. One for the Wii U and one for the 3DS. The game also brings in new challenger Mega Man.
Mechs, Swords, and Open Worlds in Monolith Soft’s new title
We weren’t really given a title, but Nintendo promised that the world being created by the developer of Xenoblade Chronicles is going to be an open-world experience and give players the ability to pilot flying mechs. It will be released in 2014 with Nintendo promising more news about it in the future. Trailer below:
Bayonetta 2 trailer
Bodysuits of hair return in the over-the-top action game sequel to the over-the-top action game Bayonetta. Bayonetta 2 is heading exclusively to Nintendo’s Wii U in 2014.
Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze coming in November
Developer Retro Studios is bringing back the beloved Donkey Kong Country franchise again with a new title in the series: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze. The developer is well-known for the Metroid Prime franchise as well as their revival of the DKC franchise with Donkey Kong Country Returns which released on the Wii in 2010. I’m excited to see this next installment as Retro never disappoints. DKC: Tropical Freeze is set to release on Wii U this November. Trailer below:
Mario Kart 8’s gravity-defying racing heading to Wii U
The headline pretty much sums it up. New Mario Kart with sweet new racing mechanics. If you have a Wii U, you know you’re going to get it. It is Mario Kart, after all. Trailer below:
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