PixlBit

Spring has sprung a Rayman redone!

Rayman 3: Hoodlum Havoc HD was announced a little over two months ago. The series has seen a slight revival with the release of Rayman Origins in November and Ubisoft is going to capitalize on that release with this HD remake. Rayman 3 HD now has a release date and it's March 21, 2012.

Read more »

If you beat her, you can have her.

Final Fantasy XIII-2 has finally been released here in North America, but Japan got a DLC release instead, as the game has been available in that region for some time now. Due in North America on February 7, 2012, the upcoming DLC will let players fight against Final Fantasy XIII protagonist Lightning, accompanied by Lt. Amoda. If you defeat her, she will join your party.

Read more »

Like Sony, EA appears to be adopting the practice for any and all games.

After word was released that Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning would include day one DLC locked via an online pass, SSX was also outed to feature the same in Quick Look done over at Giant Bomb. While not officially announced by EA, displayed prominently at the bottom of the screen is a reference to input or purchase the online pass.

Read more »

It's all about the co-op, baby!

Remember couch co-op? There was something special about having a buddy over, ordering a pizza, and flopping on the couch to marathon through a great game. That intimate kind of cooperative game play has kind of fallen by the wayside in recent years, thanks to the proliferation of stable online matchmaking. As remarkable an achievement as that is, nothing will replace the fun and energy of having a partner sitting right next to you as you triumph over a challenging game. The folks over at Obsidian haven’t forgotten about couch co-op; it’s the focal point for Dungeon Siege III, a game that is at its best when shared.

Read more »