Why I Love Watch_Dogs

Two years after its stunning unveiling at E3 2012 ushered the first glimpse of the next generation of gaming. Ubisoft's cyber crime open world game, Watch_dogs was released this week. I was there at my local branch of Game at midnight, ready to embrace this on my new shiny Next Gen platform, the PS4. There is a part of me that can't believe that I am actually getting to play this on Next Gen kit. I had expected to still be rocking the PS3 when this came out.

Batman: Arkham Origins Week - Day 5

Happy New Game Day everyone! Now lets get down to justice in Gotham!

Batman: Arkham Origins Week - Day 4

Tomorrow sees the release of Batman: Arkham Origins and Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate on the Vita ( 3DS version is out 8th Nov). This week we have had a look at the gameplay of the console version. Now it is time to look at the handheld version, with this 10 minute look into the gameplay of Blackgate.

Batman: Arkham Origins Week - Day 3

Another day, another trailer. This new launch trailer takes a look at the story behind Batmans latest challenge. Will the young Bruce Wayne survive his first real test of his alter ego's mettle and rise to become the legend?



It certainly looks like we are going to have our hands full of villain come Friday. It doesn't stop there though. Lets not forget that Friday sees the release of not one, but two Batman games. Vita owners can get their hands on Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate. Take a look at the trailer for the game.



Set three months after the events of Arkham Origins,a prison revolt at Blackgate Prison allows Joker, Penguin and Black Mask to seize the prison. Batman goes to investigate and he quickly learns that there is more to this than your average uprising. Using a pseudeo-2D metroid style the game manages to retain the feel of the console versions whilst feeling at home on the handhelds.

Hopefully, the review embargo will lift tomorrow so that we can report the first reviews on both of these huge games.

Lego Marvel Super Heroes - Launch Trailer

Those lucky Americans! They get their hands of the latest LEGO blockbuster today. Meanwhile in Europe, we have to wait until the 15th November. Never mind though, we can console ourselves by enjoying the new launch trailer for the game. In all its Stan Lee goodness!



Now for the bad news. Although I had been told that the PS Vita version of LEGO: Marvel Super Heroes was based off the home console versions and not the 3DS port. Thats not true it appears. On the Vita and 3DS the game is known as LEGO: Marvel Super Heroes - Universe in Peril and is an isometric Diablo-esque game using the levels and scenarios from the main home console version. There is no free roaming open world, just levels.

Of course there is good news as well.... It still looks like a great game on its own merits. Have a look at this gameplay video posted by YouTube user Marc The Geek.



Its not what Vita owners wanted, but it still looks like good fun.

LEGO videogame of the year smashes its way into UK retailers from 15th November on practically format available.

Batman: Arkham Origins Week - Day 2

Welcome to day 2 of our Batman: Arkham Origins week. After yesterday's 17 minute gameplay video (see it in full here), Lets take a look at the cast of Gotham's criminal elite that are out to kill the young Caped Crusader on snow covered Christmas Eve.

As Gotham's premier crime lord, Black Mask has seen his empire suffer from the actions of Batman. He is not the kind of man to take this lightly and he has put a contract out on Batman's head. The terms are simple $50,000,000 to the person who kills the Bat! An offer like this is bound to attract the attention of some pretty nasty people. Kind of like this bunch of killers, criminals and mercenaries.

Deathstroke, a veteran merc and expert hitman. Slade Wilson joined the US Army at 16 and excelled wherever he was sent and this ended with him being transferred to a secret experimental military programme and was endowed with superhuman speed, strength and healing. Deathstroke is an expert in all weapons, but he prefers close combat with his sword.

Copperhead is a mystery, reports of someone using the moniker Copperhead point to a man. This Copperhead is most definitely not a man, but is possibly even more deadly. Agile, ferocious and may even be poisionous. Copperhead seeks to trap a Bat in her jaws.

Deadshot, another ex-military expert turned mercenary for hire. Deadshot has just one ability, but it is a good one. He is the best shot in the world with any firearm. He often uses impossible techniques and ricochets to take out his targets. His lack of self regard often leads him to take huge risks to make things challenging.

Before Venom transformed him into monster, Bane was still still every bit as formidable. His large build and strength along with his training makes him almost unstoppable. Not much more is known about this mercenary.

It maybe the worst snowstorm Gotham has seen in years, but at least this guys is here to bring a little heat.Firefly, a pyromaniac with over 70% burns over his entire body. He now uses a suit that slows him to fly and a military Flame thrower. A wise man once said that some my just want to watch the world burn, Firefly is one of those.

Anarky, a techno terrorist turned bomber. Anarky has moved up from social media anarchist to bomber. Although he is not the most wanted or dangerous of Batman's foes this Christmas Eve. His spread of bombs across the city need to be stopped before he causes serious damage,

That just leaves Gotham's over crime lord, Oswald Cobblepot. Batman's activities have hurt his operations just as much as Black Mask's and there is nothing that Penguin wouldn't do to have The Dark Knight put off the streets forever.

Looks like Batman has his hands full with all of these people coming at him at once. At least it could not get any worse for him. Right?

Ah yeah, I forgot about him! 

Batman: Arkham Origins Week - Day 1

What better way to start a week of Arkham Origins coverage than with a brand new 17 minute sneak peek at some of the early gameplay of Batman: Arkham Origins. Featuringa commentary from Senior Producer Ben Mattes and Gameplay Director Michael McIntyre at WB Games Montréal. During this video you will see Batman explore the Batcave, beat down on thugs (natch) and infiltrate a corrupt Gotham City Police Department. You really feel that this game is set during Batman's early career and it is interesting to see him have to battle both thugs, cops and assassins.



From this footage and the gameplay demo I had at Eurogamer all of my reservations about a new team handling Rocksteady's awesome series has been quelled. This may even be the best Batman game in the series. Look forward to more Batman as we go Dark Knight nuts over the next few days.

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes demo available now!

In case you don't already know. The demo for LEGO Marvel Super Heroes is out now on both Xbox Live and PSN. You really need to grab this demo and give it a go as it could be the finest LEGO game to date. The demo allows you play as Iron Man, Hulk and Spider-Man as they take on Abomination and Sandman in Grand Central station. The demo gives just a glimpse at the full game and the how well realised the abilities of the Marvel heroes are.

Iron Man can fly with ease whilst firing laser blast and missiles. Spider-Man's web swinging and spider sense. Hulk though is the most fun character in the demo. As a new big figure, he can smash his way through groups of enemies and pickup large objects and throw them. Best of all though, hold down a button to calm down Hulk and transform back to Bruce Banner.

The care and attention shown to this much loved universe is brilliant and I have high hopes for the other 147 characters that are playable in the full game. That's right 150 characters in total (80 in the Vita version). That's a whole load of heroing to get your hands on!

Take a look at this as well, the LEGO version of the poster for Thor: The Dark World. This accompanies the announcement that a special downloadable character (DLC) pack will be available for LEGO  Marvel Super Heroes at launch.  The Asgard DLC pack will include eight playable characters, all of whom are also featured in the film.

LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes on November 15th for Xbox 360®, PlayStation®3, Wii U™, Nintendo 3DS™, PlayStation® Vita, and PC. The game will also be available for Xbox One® and PlayStation® 4 in November.

Disney Infinity - This Weeks Toy Boxes - 5th September

Back again with another update on everyones new favorite family game, Disney Infinity. Although most of you have already ploughed through the playsets included with the starter kit. Some may of even done the Cars and Lone Ranger sets too. This means that you are left with own imagination in the Toy Box. What if inspiration fails you? Never fear, Disney is here!

Watch 14 Minutes of Watch_Dogs

With Watch_Dogs only a few months away (launching on the same day as Xbox One hits the UK), the veil of secrecy is slowly being lifted by Ubisoft and we are finally getting to see more of Aiden's world. Today, Ubisoft have released a 14 minute gameplay demo video, which shows off the single player and multiplayer functionality.



Watch_Dogs will be available in Europe on the 22nd November 2013 on current gen and next gen platforms

Lego Marvel Super Heroes - Stan Lee Joins his heroes

Things have been quiet in the Lego front since last years Lego The Lord of the Rings. Never fear though TT games are back and they are bringing their most ambitious Lego title yet, Lego Marvel Super Heroes. Featuring 150 playable characters from the Marvel universe, as they band together to stop Dr. Doom from collection the Cosmic Bricks from the Silver Surfer's shattered board.

With that many characters available with all of their unique powers represented in the game, how could you need anyone else? Right? WRONG! Enter the latest hero to enter the fray, its none other than Stan Lee himself! If anyone deserves a place in the game its the legendary comic book creator.

Take a look at Stan in action and hear his thoughts on being part of this very special Lego game.



Lego Marvel Super Heroes is released on 29th November on every format currently available.

Disney Infinity - A week later...

With Disney Infinity across shop shelves for just over a week now. Surely you couldn't of missed it. The Supermarkets are stacked with Figures and Playset packs. The price war is in effect as well, with most supermarkets selling the starter kit for 360 and PS3 at £52.

In case, you are sat on the fence, wondering on whether to invest and need more proof that Disney Infinity is the game that you and your family need. Have no fear, help is here. Thanks to YouTuber Dried Moss, who has done an indepth playthrough of his first hour in Disney's Interactive Toy Box. If the amazing introduction tutorial doesn't win you around to this game, nothing will. It is pure essence of Disney.



Hope you enjoyed the video and we look forward to providing the latest in Disney Infinity news as the game expands.

Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate - First Gameplay Trailer

With Batman: Arkham Origins stealing all the limelight recently, its easy to forget that there are two Batman games coming out this year. The other game is Batman: Arkham Origins - Blackgate. Blackgate is the first title in the Arkham series to appear on handheld systems, namely the PS Vita and Nintendo 3DS (and 2DS I presume now?). Set after the events of the main Arkham Origins game, Blackgate is a 2.5D metroidvania take on the Arkham series.

Infinity Week - Day 5 - It's Launch Day!!

Disney Infinity is available today, the game, the figures, the playsets and power disc packs are all in shops now. What better way to celebrate a huge day for Disney, than with what Disney does best. A Parade! That is what happened this week in London to celebrate the UK release of Disney Infinity, but with a twist on the traditional parade. It was the worlds first ever digital Disney Parade. Take a look below...



The cast of Disney Infinity, including Buzz Lightyear, Jack Sparrow and Mr. Incredible, take part in the first Digital Disney Parade to celebrate the UK launch of the game - http://www.disneyinfinity.com

The parade's full line up included Buzz Lightyear and Jessie (Toy Story), Jack Sparrow and Davy Jones (Pirates of the Caribbean), Mr. & Mrs. Incredible (The Incredibles), Mike Wazowski and Sulley (Monsters University) and The Lone Ranger and Tonto (The Lone Ranger), all appearing together in London for the first time.

For more information on Disney Infinity join the Official Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/disneyinfinity or visit the official site http://www.disneyinfinity.com

So with the parade done, why haven't you already got to the your local videogame retailer to get your copy for you and your family.

Infinity Week - Day 4 - The Reviews

Whilst here in Europe,we have to wait until tomorrow to get our hands on a copy of Disney Infinity. Those lucky Americans have been able to play it for the last couple of days. So lets take a look at how it has been received.

Infinity Week - Day 3 - Meet the characters

Today on Infinity Week, its time to look at the figures themselves. These figures are highly detailed models that once placed onto the Infinity Portal transport the character into the game world. At launch there are 17 figures available. 3 of these are included in the starter kit, the rest are available as either single figures or in multi-packs. In the first wave of figures the focus is on The Incredibles, Monsters University, Cars, Pirates of the Caribbean and The Lone Ranger.

Infinity Week - Day 2 - How to use the Toy Box

So yesterday, we looked at Disney Infinity as a whole. Today though we are going delve deeper into the awesome "Toy Box". Imagine a gameworld where Minecraft meets LittleBigPlanet. Where you can shape and create your world to look and feel like your favorite film and then make games adventures for you and your friends to play in. Welcome to the Toy Box!



The beautiful thing about the Toy Box mode is that at the surface it is simple enough to let your kids create great looking worlds with ease. Yet, peel away the surface and the various editors allow for some complex designing and customising. Lets take a look at how easy it is to use Power Discs to change the way your environment looks.



Nice and simple with great looking results. So now you have created a nice themed world what do you want to do with it? How about expanding on the idea of a race track? How would you go about making a really cool karting track? Lets see...



Finally, Lets see what happens when you combine the advance editor elements to make a working Football stadium with working scoreboards and confetti cannons.



Once again, the tagline "infinite possibilities, endless fun" springs to mind. The Toy Box is the one of the most exciting elements of the game and one that is sure to keep Little Gamers (and their parents) coming back again and again.

Infinity Week - Day 1 - What is Disney Infinity

With the UK release of Disney Infinity only a few days away. Two Little Gamers is going to dedicate this week to this incredible new game. Let's start with the simple question... What is Disney Infinity?

Disney Infinity is a complicated thing. Collectable figures, virtual playsets and power discs, all combining into a videogame based sandbox via a portal device connected to your games console. Simply place a figure on the Infinity Portal and Presto! They are in the game for you to play with. So far its all very Skylanders, right? Wrong! Disney Infinity then takes the genre to a new level by adding Playsets and Power Disc's.

The Playset blocks fit in the back section of the portal and allow the user access to a themed world full of fun and mission. Plus it unlocks special themed items to use in the creation mode called "Toy Box". Place a  Power Disc underneath your figure and you unlock a special power for them to use. Place a hexagonal Power Disc under your playset piece to unlock objects, vehicles, or even new themes for your Toy Box.

The Toy Box mode is where the real action takes place. Players can create and design their own themed worlds full of activities they can design and share with the friends and play with them. Whether it be creating a football game or a race track, even a flying race. The possibilities are endless (which is also the tagline for the game) and with the addition of more Characters (the second Wave is coming as soon as October) and new Playsets and Powers, Kids and adults can look forward to playing in Infinity for a long time to come.

For more a detailed explanation of Disney Infinity and how it all works, check out this video from PlayStation Pure's YouTube channel.

Disney Infinity - New Figures & Playsets revealed at D23 Expo

Disney revealed at the weekend the next batch of figures and playsets for Disney Infinity. There are some fan favourites and some new characters that people will not be familiar with. Here is the line up.

Disney Infinity - Check out the latest Trailers!

With the release of Disney Infinty only a week away, Disney Interactive are on the hype train and more and detail about the game is coming to light. First of all, there is a now a trailer explaining the Power Disc element of the game. How they work and what they offer players in game.