 | DVD/Blu-ray movies, books and games debut on Tuesdays, so here's a list of the new geeky items for your media binging pleasure! Today's Highlight: Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor This new video game expansion of Tolkien's Universe has been on our collective radars for a while now. |
Everything we have seen of this game makes us want to play the heck out of it! See the trailer below for next gen console awesomeness!
(from the ign game description)
"Exploring an original story of vengeance and redemption, the game puts players in the role of Talion, a valiant ranger whose family is slain in front of him the night Sauron and his army return to Mordor -- moments before his own life is taken. Resurrected by a 'Spirit of Vengeance' and empowered with Wraith abilities, Talion ventures into Mordor and vows to destroy those who have wronged him. Through the course of his personal vendetta, Talion uncovers the truth of the Spirit that compels him, learns the origins of the Rings of Power and ultimately confronts his true nemesis.
Every enemy that players face is a unique individual, differentiated by their personality, strengths and weaknesses. Through the Nemesis System, enemy relationships and characteristics are shaped by player actions and decisions to create personal archenemies that remember and adapt to the player and are distinct to every gameplay session. Gamers are able to craft their own battles, enemies and rewards within the dynamic world that remembers and adapts to their choices, delivering a unique experience to every player."
None of us have played it yet to give a proper review, so until then, we humbly refer you to The Nerdist's excellent review of the game.
****See this week's major new movies, books and games after the jump!****
(from the ign game description)
"Exploring an original story of vengeance and redemption, the game puts players in the role of Talion, a valiant ranger whose family is slain in front of him the night Sauron and his army return to Mordor -- moments before his own life is taken. Resurrected by a 'Spirit of Vengeance' and empowered with Wraith abilities, Talion ventures into Mordor and vows to destroy those who have wronged him. Through the course of his personal vendetta, Talion uncovers the truth of the Spirit that compels him, learns the origins of the Rings of Power and ultimately confronts his true nemesis.
Every enemy that players face is a unique individual, differentiated by their personality, strengths and weaknesses. Through the Nemesis System, enemy relationships and characteristics are shaped by player actions and decisions to create personal archenemies that remember and adapt to the player and are distinct to every gameplay session. Gamers are able to craft their own battles, enemies and rewards within the dynamic world that remembers and adapts to their choices, delivering a unique experience to every player."
None of us have played it yet to give a proper review, so until then, we humbly refer you to The Nerdist's excellent review of the game.
****See this week's major new movies, books and games after the jump!****
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 | Video Games Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor (XBox One, PS4 , PC) Chariot (XBox One) Forza Horizon 2 (XBox One, Xbox 360) Super Smash Bros. (3DS) Namco Museum: PSOne Classics Vols. 1-5 (PS3) Sherlock Holmes: Crime and Punishments (PS4, PS3) Natural Doctrine (PS4, PS3, Vita) |
