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The Witcher 2 Developers Discuss Why the Xbox Version is More Than a Port

Garrett Hartman — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:30:37 +0000

CD Projekt has released a new developer video explaining why The Witcher 2 for Xbox 360 is called an “enhanced edition” According to the video, the Xbox 360 version will include new quests, locations, and new NPCs.

The Witcher 2: Enhanced Edition is more than a port as it will also include all previous updates and DLC content released for the PC version, including the Arena arcade mode and Tutorial. PC gamers shouldn’t feel too bad as this additional content will be available for the PC.

Watch the dev diary below.

The Witcher 2: Enhanced Edition becomes available for Xbox 360 on April 17th.

The Darkness II Developer Diary Discusses Co-op

Garrett Hartman — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:30:53 +0000

2K Games has released a developer diary for The Darkness II. The diary discusses how the Vendettas narrative co-op experience intertwines with the single-player campaign in the game.

Check it out below.

The Darkness II releases February 7th on PC, PS3, and Xbox 360.

New Resident Evil 6 Dev Diary Shows Breathtaking Gameplay

Garrett Hartman — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:00:46 +0000

Capcom has released a developer video from the Fright Club event that has members from the dev team talk about Resident Evil 6 followed by awesome gameplay footage.

One thing is for sure, Capcom isn’t pulling any punches. Watch the video below.

Resident Evil 6 is scheduled to release November 20th on PS3, PC and 360.

BioWare Devs Delve into SWTOR Saga with 8 Minute Documentary

Jensen Walker — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:28:28 +0000

The day is finally upon us: Star Wars: The Old Republic has now launched and is live! If you didn’t pre-order, you’re now able to purchase a copy off store shelves, or of course online. If you did pre-order, you need to enter your Product Registration Code and set up a subscription plan by 11:59pm EST December 22nd, otherwise you’ll suddenly find yourself unable to play any more.

If you’ve been on the fence about picking up the game, or you’re simply interested in all things Star Wars, BioWare has released an eight minute documentary which chronicles the development of the game. The documentary covers features such as voiceover, companions, the fourth pillar (story) and graphical style, generally giving viewers an insight into the making and creative decisions behind the game. You can view the video below.

Latest Prototype 2 Developer Diary Introduces New York Zero

Garrett Hartman — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:00:59 +0000

Radical-Entertainment‘s latest developer diary introduces the setting for Prototype 2 – New York Zero. New protagonist, Sergeant James Heller, is on a quest to destroy the Blacklight Virus once and for all.

NYZ has three major distinct zones such where the story will take place:

Green Zone – home of the refugess
Yellow Zone – the industrial zone
Red Zone – an area completely overrun by the virus

Prototype 2 releases worldwide on April 24th for PC, PS3 and Xbox 360.

Bethesda Developer Diary Details The Superior Sound of Skyrim

Sam Naylor — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 19:46:05 +0000

Bethesda Softworks have released a developer diary in the run up to the new Elder Scrolls game, Skyrim, which details the music and voices in the game.

It’s an interesting look at the development process, and gives a decent insight into the lengths Bethesda have gone to in the sound department. One of the worst things about Oblivion was the “everyone has the same voice” phenomenon, so now instead of 11 actors there are over 70- it’s a serious undertaking, this, and ti’s all to make the game a whole lot better.

The music has always been good in the Elder Scrolls and Skyrim seems to be no exception- just look at the choir, it’s like something from a Lord of the Rings behind the scenes shot. Amazing. Skyrim is looking so good that it’s the only game I’ve pre-ordered this year, and the only one I plan to for a long while.

New LotR: War in the North Developer Diary Details Co-Op

Garrett Hartman — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 19:50:39 +0000

Warner and Snowblind have released a new developer diary for The Lord of the Rings: War in the North in which they go into great detail about the game’s co-op. Three player co-op has rarely looked this good.

Lord of the Rings: War in the North is due on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 in early November.

Orcs Must Die! Gets Lengthy Developer Diary

Chris Carlson — Mon, 26 Sep 2011 21:00:26 +0000

Robot Entertainment has released a new Orcs Must Die! developer diary that offers a comprehensive overview of the game as well as a look inside the development process.

The new video features interviews with several of the game’s developers and shows off never-before-seen concept art as well as a few sneak peeks at previously unreleased enemies and upgrades.

“Orcs Must Die! is an action-strategy game that challenges players to defend fortresses under siege. With a wide variety of traps and weapons to choose from, Orcs Must Die! dares players to find the best ways to hack, launch, flatten, gibletize, and incinerate an endless army of filthy orcs and their vile allies. Orcs Must Die! features a vibrant look, addictive gameplay, and a blatant disregard for the welfare of orcs.”

Orcs Must Die! Is set to release on October 5th for XBLA and October 12th for PC.

New Developer Diary and Screens for LotRO’s Rise of Isengard

Jensen Walker — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 22:48:25 +0000

Turbine’s hype train shows no sign of slowing down as the release of its latest expansion to The Lord of the Rings Online inches closer.

The latest dev diary for the Rise of Isengard expansion features members of the development team discussing Isengard and the Tower of Orthanc, where Saruman breeds his orcs and uruk-hai. Additionally, there are a bunch of new screenshots to peruse!

LotRO: Rise of Isengard Expansion – New Details and Developer Diary

Jensen Walker — Fri, 09 Sep 2011 22:49:24 +0000

The latest expansion for Turbine’s The Lord of the Rings Online is set to plunge players into the vale of Isengard. The Lord of the Rings Online: Rise of Isengard will see players explore Dunland, the Gap of Rohan and Isengard itself as well raise the level cap to 75 and usher in a brand new raid. Check out the details and dev diary below for a further glimpse into the trials ahead.

Explore Three New Regions! – The time has come for you to turn eastward, toward the vale of Isengard.  Where ancient forests once flourished, a corrupted waste of metal and wheels suffers under the thrall of the traitorous wizard Saruman. Here, in the shadows of the tower of Orthanc, gathers an army of Orcs and Uruk-hai, toiling to make ready for war. Forge ahead into these devastated lands and uncover new quests, skills, and traits as you strive to thwart Saruman’s ambition.

-         Dunland – Adventure amidst the bright forests in the foothills of the southern Misty Mountains. Beware the Dunland Clans, rugged warriors tempted by the dark promise of power.

-         Gap of Rohan – Battle over the legendary pass between Eriador and the plane of Rohan. This key strategic point must be defended against the ambitions of Sauron.

-         Isengard – Explore Orthanc, one of the iconic Two Towers as it rises over the once beautiful Isengard valley. The once beautiful vale now desecrated beyond imagination by the Wizard Saruman the betrayer.

Advance to Level 75!

-         Face new challenges and continue to forge your own legend in Middle-earth with all-new epic quests, skills, and deeds as you fight new enemies on your journey to level 75!

Master the Legendary New 24-Player Raid!

Face the ancient evil of Draigoch, one of the most powerful creatures in Middle-earth! Prepare for the ultimate challenge where nothing less than the strength of an entire force of 24 heroes stands the chance of victory.

Driver: San Francisco Dev Diary Talks Multiplayer

Chris Carlson — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 18:00:46 +0000

Ubisoft has released the third and final developer diary for DRIVER: San Francisco. In the latest episode of the developer diaries, the Ubisoft Reflections team discusses the game’s robust online multiplayer modes and how “shift” enhances the gameplay experience.

DRIVER: San Francisco is set to release on September 6th for Xbox 360, PS3 Wii and PC.

Bodycount “Behind the Bullets – Part Four” Dev Diary Features Explosive Gameplay

Chris Carlson — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 19:22:50 +0000

Codemasters has released the fourth and final developer diary video for Bodycount. “Behind the Bullets Part Four: Online,” the new developer diary features explosive gameplay with the development team discussing the online multiplayer components.

With a two player online co-operative play and deathmatch and team deathmatch modes for up to 12 players, the online multiplayer will let gamers literally tear the game world apart.

Bodycount is expected to release on August 30th for the Xbox 360 and PS3.

New RAGE Developer Diary Discusses Art and Sound

Chris Carlson — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 17:20:52 +0000

id Software has released their last entry in their developer diary series for RAGE. This time, the team focuses how the music, sound effects and voice acting come together to create an unforgettable, immersive experience. RAGE is set to release on October 4th for Xbox 360, PS3 and PC.

Bodycount Gets New Dev Diary “Behind the Bullets Part 2″

Chris Carlson — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 01:00:00 +0000

Codemasters has released the second video in a new series of developer diaries for Bodycount. “Behind the Bullets Part 2: The World”, explores how Bodycount‘s art direction, class-based enemies and setting come together to deliver the perfect platform for chaotic firefights.

As the developers discuss their determination to step into “different territory”, gameplay footage shows some of Bodycount‘s highlights, including shredding tech, its cover-lean mechanic and AI that work together to deliver aggressive, distinct and exaggerated arcade gun-play.

Bodycount will be released on August 30th for Xbox 360 and PS3.

DRIVER: San Francisco “Shift” Developer Diary 2

Chris Carlson — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 19:50:14 +0000

Ubisoft have released their second developer diary for their up driving game, DRIVER: San Francisco. In this video Ubisoft Reflections team discusses how the innovative “shift” feature of DRIVER San Francisco is integrated within gameplay providing the ability to switch between cars, which is a real innovation for action driving games.

RAGE “The Wasteland” – id Talks Co-op, Multiplayer and Combat Racing

Garrett Hartman — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:19:58 +0000

id gives the latest video in their behind-the-scenes series for RAGE called “The Wasteland”. In the video id Software discusses creating the world of RAGE, its variety of intense missions as well as co-op and multiplayer combat rally racing. That’s right…combat racing.

RAGE releases on October 4th for the PC, PS3 and Xbox 360.

Enjoy the video below.
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Prototype 2 – Developer Diary Shows The Gruesome Power of Tendrils

Garrett Hartman — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:42:39 +0000

When you think about Prototype you think about awesome and terrifying powers which you can use to devastate all who are unlucky enough to run into you. This new developer diary from Radical-Entertainment talks about one of the most gruesome powers in Prototype 2 – Tendrils.

The Making of Tomb Raider’s Epic “Turning Point” Trailer (Video)

Dave Oshry — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 02:00:26 +0000

Little more than a month ago, we bore witness to the epic “turning point” trailer that truly introduced the word to Crystal Dynamics new Lara Croft. It was one hell of a trailer that showcased not only the gritty new approach to the franchise, but also the always first rate CG direction at Square Enix.

In the following video, the team behind the epic trailer detail just how it was made and how it all came together:

Epic indeed. Square has been pushing the envelope in CG trailers for years, and it doesn’t appear that they intend to slow down anytime soon.

Stay tuned to RipTen for continued coverage of Tomb Raider, Crystal Dynamics and Square Enix.

Resistance 3: “Full Circle” Dev Diary – Return of the Weapon Wheel and Ratchet & Clank

Garrett Hartman — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 18:59:30 +0000

Here’s the latest of Insomniac’s Resistance 3 devoloper diaries. This video, titled “Full Circle”, focuses on bringing back some of the classic Resistance-Fall-of-Man gameplay like the weapon wheel and the great heritage that Ratchet & Clank has provided the Resistance franchise.

Watch it below.

RAGE – “The Dawn” Video Discusses Characters, Destruction of Civilization

Garrett Hartman — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:48:47 +0000

id-Software has released another in their series of behind the scenes videos. In this video the team at id Software talk about creating the story behind RAGE and discuss the destruction of civilization as well as the characters and enemies you will encounter in the wasteland.

RAGE is slated for release on October 4th on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, and PC.

Enjoy the video below: