New Releases for the Week of October 14th, 2012

Veteran players are likely familiar with many of the protagonists featured in this week’s new releases. From the return of gaming’s original space marine in Doom 3 BFG Edition to a visit from everyone’s favorite Gatling-gun toting protagonist- Serious Sam, recognizable faces abound. Hell, even Pyramid Head’s geometrical dome is likely to evoke memories for Silent Hill: Book of Memories‘ fans. Fortunately, this week isn’t completed rooted in nostalgia. New characters such as Chou Chou, the moe-killing schizophrenic with a god complex probably isn’t a persona that most people are used to, unless they’re acquaintances of the Tech-Gaming staff.

360
007 Legends
Dance Central 3
Doom 3 BFG Edition
Serious Sam 3: BFE (XBLA, $15)
Zumba Fitness Core

PS3
007 Legends
Doom 3 BFG Edition
Mugen Souls
Unfinished Swan (PSN, $14.99, PS+ members only)

3DS
50 Classic Games
RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D
Sparkle Snapshots 3D

DS
Puzzler World XL (DSiWare, $4.99)

Vita
Dokuro (PSN, $19.99)
Silent Hill: Book of Memories

PC
Crusader Kings II: Legacy of Rome
Doom 3 BFG Edition
Mark of the Ninja
Ravaged
Rocketbirds: Hardboiled Chicken
Rocksmith
Serious Sam 3: Jewel of the Nile
The Lord of the Rings Online: Riders of Rohan

DesertEagle’s Pick: Sure, it’s a little odd to for 007 Legends to retcon Daniel Craig into Bond classics like Goldfinger, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, Moonraker, Licence to Kill and Die Another Day. But, knowing that Activision secured the likenesses for the actresses that played Holly Goodhead, Teresa di Vicenzo, and M, as well as obtained the voice talents for a number of series’ mainstays has this 007 fan extraordinarily giddy.  As long as players don’t require Legends‘ gameplay to outstrip current FPS standards, I’d expect the game to keep them involved until the free Skyfall DLC becomes unlocked after the film’s release.

007 Legends

BlueSwim’s Pick: It’s hard to believe that enough time has passed to warrant a remake of Doom 3. At release, the survival horror FPS was one of the best looking games to ever hit a console. Now, eight years later, comes Doom 3: BFG Edition, a remastered compilation with enough content to choke a demonic horse. The BFG Edition contains a tweaked, 3D, and graphically improved Doom 3, the Resurrection of Evil expansion, seven new single player levels called The Lost Mission, Doom 1 and 2, and a roll of tape. Not physical tape, mind you, but much needed in-game tape to attach your trusty flashlight to the firearm of your choice. Furthermore, Bethesda has taken the chainsaw to the price tag, slapping a $39.99 sticker on the console versions and a $29.99 MSRP for the PC. Lock the doors, turn off the lights, and go to Hell.

Doom 3 BFG Edition

About Robert Allen

Since being a toddler, Robert Allen has been immersed in video games, anime, and tokusatsu. Currently, his days are spent teaching at two southern California colleges. But his evenings and weekends are filled with STGs, RPGs, and action titles and well at writing for Tech-Gaming since 2007.

34 comments

  1. This week’s new releases needs a seal of approval.

  2. So an NIS game gets the lead pic but now the pick of the week for Des/Robert? Shocking!

    • They must not be paying enough these days. Slightly interested in RollerCoaster Tycoon 3D but I still need to play Dishonored.

  3. Ben from Barcelona

    Is Serious Sam 3: BFE coming out the US only or EU territories?

  4. This week’s new releases is brought to you by the “C” as in “Creepy”

    Blue, did they take out the monster closets for the Doom 3 remake?

    • Some of them have been removed. The Lost Mission doesn’t have any, if I understand correctly.

      • Thank you, sir!

        BTW I saw your Fire Pro picture, that was genius!

        • Thank you! I’m glad you liked it. Perhaps I’ll have to do an Obama & Biden Vs. Romney & Ryan tornado tag team match before election day. LOL!

  5. Unfinished Swan sounds like a cool idea. Lets see if it justifies the $15 price.

  6. 007 Legends. duhduhdadundaduhda!

    Robert, who is your favorite Bond girl?

  7. I’ll be playing Unfinished Swan Lawman-style. You know with my PS Move controller.

  8. I got my eyes on Silent Hill: Book of Memories but my heart is with Mugen Souls. Des, when will you review the game.

  9. There’s way too much Steam in that picture.

  10. If Jeremy doesn’t pick Unfinished Swan I will eat the ball on my Move controller.

  11. 007 Legends this week. I can’t wait for the Skyfall movie.

  12. I’m waiting for Forza Horizon, myself.

  13. I don’t know much as Unfinished Swan, but seeing that everyone is looking for to it, I may have to do some research.

  14. Need to grab Unfinished Swan this week.

  15. Oh my goodness! Awesome article dude! Thank you so much, However I am experiencing problems with your RSS.
    I don’t understand the reason why I am unable to subscribe
    to it. Is there anybody having the same RSS issues? Anyone that knows the
    solution will you kindly respond? Thanks!!

  16. Pretty component to content. I just stumbled upon your web site and in accession capital to assert that I get actually enjoyed
    account your weblog posts. Anyway I’ll be subscribing for your feeds or even I achievement you access
    persistently rapidly.

  17. Thanks for your marvelous posting! I definitely enjoyed reading it, you might be a great author.I will be sure to bookmark your blog and will often come back in the foreseeable future.
    I want to encourage that you continue your great posts, have a nice day!

  18. I must thank you for the efforts you have put in penning this website.
    I’m hoping to check out thhe same high-grade
    blog posts by you later on as well. In truth,
    your creative writing abilities has inspired me too get my own, personal website now 😉

  19. Can I simply just say what a comfort to discover somebody who genuinely understands what they’re
    talking about online. You actually understand how to bring an issue to light
    and make it important. More people really need to
    read this and understand this side of your story. I was surprised
    that you aren’t more popular given that you most certainly have the gift.