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Snipers and Acid Launchers
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 30 2014 19:00 GMT
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While one of us takes down the shield generators, the other rains bullets and acid goop onto the enemies.
Halo: Spartan Assault drops tomorrow on Xbox 360
joystiq.com posted by Joystiq Jan 30 2014 16:35 GMT
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343 Industries and Vanguard Entertainment's twin-stick shooter spinoff Halo: Spartan Assault will launch as a downloadable game for the Xbox 360 tomorrow, following up on previous releases for the Xbox One, Windows 8, and Windows Phone.

Played from an overhead perspective, Spartan Assault features an array of missions that players can tackle alone or with friends in an online co-op mode. The Xbox 360 version of Spartan Assault is bundled with the "Operation Hydra" expansion, which adds new weapons and an additional five levels on top of the game's 25 campaign missions.

The Xbox 360 version of Halo: Spartan Assault will be priced at $14.99 when it hits the Xbox Live Marketplace tomorrow. Players who purchased the Windows 8 or Windows Phone versions of the game before December 15 last year can get the Xbox 360 edition at a discounted rate of $4.99.
Tropico 5 Announced For PS4
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 30 2014 13:48 GMT
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El Presidente is set to make his debut on Sony consoles with PS4, though no Xbox One version has been mentioned.
Podcast Unlocked: Bold Xbox Predictions
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 30 2014 01:59 GMT
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The #1 Xbox podcast makes its 2014 predictions that are sure to make us look dumb later. Plus: our take on the Gears of War news.
Why is Deadpool So Popular?
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 29 2014 23:35 GMT
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What makes the Merc With a Mouth so popular? We try to pinpoint the source.
Get a Look at the New Tomb Raider Comic
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 29 2014 23:27 GMT
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This new comic series starring Lara Croft is from the kick-ass writer of Batgirl and Deadpool.
Titanfall's Seamless Updates Detailed by Respawn
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 29 2014 19:09 GMT
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A number of updates went out during the alpha without interrupting gameplay, according to Respawn.
13 Horror Games Not To Turn Your Back On in 2014
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 29 2014 17:00 GMT
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Alien: Isolation, The Evil Within, Daylight, and much, much more. These are the games that will have you hiding behind your sofa in the coming year.
Final Fantasy XIII Reimagined For The 16-Bit Days
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 29 2014 16:12 GMT
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Lightning and co. get the 16-bit treatment, as Final Fantasy XIII's story so far gets retold with a twist.
Ubisoft Hasn't Really Planned Assassin's Creed's End
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 29 2014 12:57 GMT
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Remember last year when it was claimed Ubisoft knew how the Assassin's Creed franchise would end? Turns out that's "not exactly true."
Dark Souls 2: Undead Players Can be Invaded
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 29 2014 11:59 GMT
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If you were worried Dark Souls II was going to be too easy, don't panic. It's been confirmed dead players will be able to be invaded.
Titanfall Beta Confirmed & Sly Cooper Movie Announced
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 29 2014 04:00 GMT
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Every day, in addition to The Daily Fix, we list off the day's biggest stories in this simple and easy to read format.
EA's Digital Business Grows as Next-Gen Game Sales Start Strong
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 23:54 GMT
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Electronic Arts' games represented 35% of next-gen game sales in the west during 2013.
DICE Announces Battlefield 4 Player Appreciation Month
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 19:56 GMT
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After months of nagging technical issues with Battlefield 4, DICE is offering a month-long program with free giveaways and community missions.
Wing Diver Gameplay
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 19:22 GMT
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We take a look at the Wing Diver class in Earth Defense Force 2025. The Wing Diver must manage its energy reserves carefully, as it fuels both its jetpack and weapons.
Titanfall's Xbox 360 Dev: Who Are They?
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 18:16 GMT
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In hindsight, Bluepoint Games may have been the most obvious choice for Titanfall's Xbox 360 port.
The Best Fighting Games for Beginners
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 18:00 GMT
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Are fighting games totally lost on you? Never fear! We're here to show you the way to fighting game bliss.
Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy 13 Combat Guide - How to Learn an Enemy's Weaknesses
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 17:42 GMT
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Uncovering a strong enemy's weaknesses is the key to defeating them. We'll show you how.
Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare's Horde Mode is Garden Ops
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 16:00 GMT
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We go hands-on to defend our precious garden from endless waves of zombies.
Preview
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 13:00 GMT
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Spoiler alert! A tease of how BioShock's return to Rapture will resolve.
Future of Black Tusk's Original Title 'Not Yet Determined'
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 10:34 GMT
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Black Tusk Studios is hiring a lead writer, as Microsoft reveals it's uncertain what will happen to the franchise the dev was working on.
No Multiplayer For Infamous: Second Son & Monster Hunter 4 Worldwide Release
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 28 2014 04:15 GMT
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Every day, in addition to The Daily Fix, we list off the day's biggest stories in this simple and easy to read format.
Ranger and Fencer Gameplay
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 27 2014 20:17 GMT
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Take a look at the Ranger and Fencer classes in Earth Defense Force 2025. The ranger is the original EDF soldier with decent armor and mobility. The Fencer is a heavy class that can use melee weapons.
1 vs. 100-Style Game Shows Deemed a "Must" for Xbox One
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 27 2014 16:46 GMT
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Phil Spencer suggests 1 vs. 100 isn't the last we'll see of game shows on Xbox Live.
Gears of War Rights Acquired by Microsoft
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 27 2014 14:42 GMT
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Microsoft has bought the rights to the Gears of War franchise and is handing development of the series to Black Tusk Studios.
Microsoft and Crackdown Dev Teasing Game Reveal
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 27 2014 10:51 GMT
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Microsoft and the studio behind Crackdown 2 are teasing a game reveal later today. What could it be?
Namco Bandai Changing Name to Bandai Namco
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 24 2014 22:45 GMT
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Namco Bandai will change its English name to Bandai Namco in order to unify the brand internationally and “increase its value.”
Titanfall Viral Promotion Hidden in Xbox One Advert
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 24 2014 17:05 GMT
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Microsoft has updated its Xbox One advert in the UK to include details of a viral Titanfall promotion.
Microsoft Will Explore Competitive Digital Prices
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 24 2014 14:32 GMT
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Microsoft has revealed Xbox Live's digital pricing will be coming under scrutiny, as the company is committed to competitive prices.
Thief: Customizable for the Hardcore
ign.com posted by IGN Jan 24 2014 13:59 GMT
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We played Thief for six hours. Its stealth is superb, but it's the options that make it more challenging that really stand out.