Neowin News Feed for: Gameplay

Top 5 gameplay mechanics we love in video games

Usama Jawad — Sat, 10 Oct 2020 19:40:01 +0000

This weekend, we have compiled a list of the top 5 gameplay mechanics we love in video games. These mechanisms make titles more fun for us as well as add more replay value, in many cases. Read more...

Cyberpunk 2077 gets new trailers showing gameplay, anime Netflix series, and more

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 17:38:01 +0000

CD Projekt RED today unveiled more gameplay of its upcoming highly-anticipated RPG, Cyberpunk 2077. There's new footage of the game's prologue, the Braindance mechanic, and even an anime adaptation. Read more...

Here's how to watch the Xbox Series X gameplay on the Inside Xbox stream today

Pulasthi Ariyasinghe — Thu, 07 May 2020 09:04:01 +0000

Microsoft will be showcasing Xbox Series X gameplay, new game announcements, and more during a special Inside Xbox stream today. These events are slated to happen for the rest of 2020. Read more...

Microsoft Weekly: Higher revenue, new Insider builds, and future games

Florin Bodnarescu — Sun, 03 May 2020 12:00:01 +0000

This week we got to see Microsoft's Q3 FY2020 earnings report, a couple of new Insider builds, and even confirmation that we'll see Series X gameplay next week. Catch up via this overview. Read more...

BioWare releases new Anthem gameplay demo with roughly 20 minutes of footage

Timi Cantisano — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 21:14:02 +0000

A new gameplay demo has been released by BioWare, showing off more of its next game, Anthem. The footage comes in at just under 20 minutes and has Lead Producer Ben Irving giving a tour of the game. Read more...

@NeowinGaming: Revisiting Max Payne - the game that revolutionized gunplay

Usama Jawad — Sun, 30 Jul 2017 15:48:01 +0000

Max Payne is a cult-classic game that introduced some great gunplay mechanics, such as "bullet time", an intriguing story of revenge, and neo-noir art style, which have all stood the test of time. Read more...

New Crackdown 3 gameplay footage leaked online, shows traversal and gunplay mechanics

Dreyer Smit — Fri, 14 Jul 2017 07:20:01 +0000

Thanks to a YouTuber called theRadBrad, new unconfirmed gameplay footage of the highly anticipated Crackdown 3 was shown, giving gamers a glimpse into what they can expect come this November. Read more...

Sony is editing Xbox One X footage of Anthem and hosting it on PlayStation YouTube

Usama Jawad — Mon, 03 Jul 2017 11:32:01 +0000

The latest in Sony's ongoing PR fiasco reveals that the company is editing gameplay footage from the Xbox One X' E3 trailer, and passing it off as if it is running on the PlayStation 4. Read more...

We finally get our first look at Anthem's gameplay, the new IP from Bioware

Muhammad Jarir Kanji — Sun, 11 Jun 2017 23:09:54 +0000

Bioware today unveiled gameplay for Anthem, their first new IP in a while. The video features a large open world with stunning graphics and exciting new mechanics with power armor, flying and more. Read more...

Microsoft shows off 'Metro Exodus'; utilizes Xbox One X' 4K capabilities

Usama Jawad — Sun, 11 Jun 2017 21:34:51 +0000

Microsoft has showcased an upcoming 'Metro' title at its E3 briefing. Dubbed 'Metro Exodus', the 4K gameplay footage shows off players taking on a variety of dangerous beasts using various weapons. Read more...

Post-apocalyptic set 'Horizon Zero Dawn' PS4 exclusive set for Q1 2017 release

Steven Parker — Tue, 14 Jun 2016 08:06:01 +0000

An eight minute gameplay trailer for the PS4 exclusive: Horizon Zero Dawn was shown off. The game is set in a post-apocalyptic world in which machines reign supreme. Read more...

First Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III gameplay footage emerges

Paul Hill — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 19:00:29 +0000

A german-language YouTube channel has uploaded the first gameplay footage of the upcoming Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War III game. The video reveals the removal of the cover system found in past games. Read more...

Battlefield 1 gameplay trailer shows off jaw-dropping battle scenes

Usama Jawad — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 16:20:05 +0000

Electronic Arts has released a new Battlefield 1 gameplay trailer showcasing hand-to-hand combat, battles in the trenches, on horses and amidst clouds of mustard gas. Read more...

Dishonored 2 trailer shows off epic powers and time travel

Usama Jawad — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 13:32:01 +0000

Bethesda has finally taken the covers off Dishonored 2 in a gameplay trailer which shows off a new setting, two playable characters, supernatural powers, time travel and themed missions. Read more...

FIFA 17 will feature a new game mode called 'The Journey'

Usama Jawad — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 11:22:01 +0000

Electronic Arts has offered a first look at its upcoming game, FIFA 17, featuring a new game mode, "The Journey", which will allow gamers to assume full control of a rising football star's life. Read more...

WWE 2K16 will feature "realistic sweat" and gameplay enhancements

Usama Jawad — Thu, 06 Aug 2015 16:52:01 +0000

2K Sports has detailed a plethora of new features and gameplay features included in the upcoming WWE 2K16, which includes better controls, new game modes and "realistic sweat". Read more...

Microsoft shows off multiplayer gameplay footage from 'Halo 5: Guardians'

Andy Weir — Mon, 15 Jun 2015 19:51:50 +0000

Microsoft showed off new in-game footage from Halo 5 during its E3 keynote, including four-player co-operative campaign gameplay, along with a look at the enormous new Warzone multiplayer mode. Read more...

Microsoft Studios: Users can now monetize their gameplay footage on YouTube and Twitch

Adrian Potoroaca — Sat, 10 Jan 2015 21:04:01 +0000

As of January 2015, Microsoft Studios has changed its policy, allowing users to stream gameplay footage of the company's titles and monetize it via popular platforms, if they follow a few rules. Read more...

Watch 9 minutes of SimCity gameplay footage

Tim Schiesser — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 12:00:13 +0000

EA has posted a new video of SimCity, which shows a cool 9 minutes of in-game strategy footage from an unfinished build of the game. The engine is looking sharp, but is it too simple? Read more...

Uncharted 2: Among Thieves gameplay leaked

Joshua Seed — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 05:00:10 +0000

During the Game Developers Conference (March 23-27), new gameplay was shown for many upcoming game titles. Participants were kindly asked not to film the footage being shown behind "closed doors" but a couple of Italians... Read more...

Bioshock Dev: DX10 Offers Nothing To Gameplay

Andrew — Wed, 21 Nov 2007 21:09:42 +0000

Martin Slater, lead programmer at 2K Australia which worked on the PC version of Bioshock, has been speaking about DirectX 10 and how it "offers your gameplay nothing". Reported on Kotaku, Slater spoke about DX10... Read more...

First Grand Theft Auto IV gameplay details emerge

Todd Tanner — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 06:25:15 +0000

The first gameplay details of Rockstar's upcoming epic Grand Theft Auto IV have been unveiled, just a couple of weeks since the first teaser trailer caused a major stir across the world. Game Informer's Andrew... Read more...

Pro Evolution Soccer 6 gameplay footage

Sat, 26 Aug 2006 15:40:22 +0000

Konami's popular football brand, Pro Evolution Soccer (also known as Winning Eleven), showed off their latest game at the Games Convention. Pro Evolution Soccer 6 boasts improved realism, more licenses, AI improvements and greatly improved... Read more...

Quake 4 Gameplay and Q & A Video

Mon, 15 Aug 2005 21:56:44 +0000

*WARNING* Gameplay segments contain spoilers! A video from QuakeCon 2005 has been posted on the internet, showcasing id Software's Tim Willits playing through portions of Quake 4's single player campaign while a... Read more...

GAME extends online reach with Gameplay purchase

Tue, 14 Sep 2004 11:59:12 +0000

Leading UK videogame retail chain GAME has made an aggressive move into the online retail space with the acquisition of online retailer Gameplay, which is expected to continue to operate as a separate brand. The... Read more...

Half-Life 2 gameplay movie Coast

Sat, 11 Sep 2004 22:39:57 +0000

The latest movie trailer for Half-Life 2 is now online, offering another look at the imminent first-person shooter sequel by Valve Software. This high-resolution clip sports three minutes of action-packed gameplay footage that sees you... Read more...

Tekken 5 and Gameplay Details

Fri, 16 Jul 2004 22:43:36 +0000

In what seems to be a weekly trend, new information has surfaced regarding Namco's upcoming fighting game. If you've been keeping up with the Tekken 5 news, you already know that the... Read more...

Half-Life 2 gameplay movies Coastline & Striders

Marcel Klum — Thu, 08 Apr 2004 19:27:53 +0000

The final two gameplay movies from last year's E3 presentation of Half-Life 2 are now available to show off the upcoming first-person shooter sequel by Valve Software. These clips are titled Coastline and Striders, and... Read more...

Gameplay slams online VAT loophole

Daniel Fleshbourne — Fri, 25 Apr 2003 08:46:07 +0000

Online game retailer Gameplay.com has begun a campaign calling on the government to close a loophole in European tax laws which allows offshore companies to import cheap goods into the UK VAT-free. Under current legislation,... Read more...

GTA: Vice City gameplay details revealed

Marcel Klum — Mon, 19 Aug 2002 19:40:32 +0000

A city twice the size, 120 vehicles, 50 weapons - it all adds up to a whole load of criminality A load of details have emerged of Grand Theft Auto: Vice City... Read more...