Monday, July 25, 2011

must be attacked from behind Dead Island


dodging one of their furious charges

helpful with, ahem, burning zombies Dead Island


Ram zombies are hulking beasts that

Dead Island Trailer Wins Gold Award At Cannes

http://www.ripten.com/2011/06/29/dead-island-trailer-wins-gold-award-at-cannes/

When Dead Island's original announcement trailer released in February it created quite a stir. Some praised it for it's stunning animation, ingenious use of a music, reverse slow motion and how it all came together to depict an emotional, beautiful, yet gruesomely violent scene. Still others were distressed in the use and death of a fictional child in the animated film. While it became a viral success and and gave great hype to Dead Island, Polish developer Techland found themselves on the defensive and had to explain that children will not die in the game.

Dead Island Roundtable Interview

http://www.rpgamer.com/news/Q3-2011/071511b.html

This past week, I sat down for a roundtable interview with Vincent Kummer, Deep Silver's Brand Manager, to chat about Dead Island as it reaches the end of its development. The roundtable consisted of me and a few other reporters from different web sites. It turned out to be a rather interesting session as it helped augment the information I was given during the demo at E3 last month.

Hands on with "Dead Island"

http://www.soundandvisionmag.com/article/hands-dead-island

Dead Island came out of nowhere earlier this year; its announcement trailer — the scariest set of reverse-chronology vacation snapshots you've seen in a while — went viral and now has more than 4.7 million hits on YouTube. And then for months we heard nothing.What was it, exactly?

E3 MVG 2011 Selection: Dead Island preview – hands-on with the co-op mode that could be better than Left 4 Dead

http://www.gamesradar.com/xbox360/dead-island/preview/e3-mvg-2011-selection-dead-island-preview-hands-on-with-the-co-op-mode-that-could-be-better-than-left-4-dead/a-2011061392610496024/g-20070808134934738055

Dead Island's campaign weighs in at over 25 hours, not including multiple playthroughs for each character. This; combined with co-op multiplayer, means you can expect to put some serious time into smashing zombies' faces with your heel. After a few more months of polish, Dead Island has serious potential to be a great game; not just a great zombie game.

E3 top pick: Dead Island

http://gamerlimit.com/2011/06/e3-top-pick-dead-island/

The color palate that all this encompasses, the mix of the dark dead grays, fertile greens and literal blood red create yet another intriguing juxtaposition. It's hard to dismiss that beyond all the killing and striving, it's a downright beautiful game.September 9 can't come soon enough.

E3 MVG 2011 Selection: Dead Island preview – hands-on with the co-op mode that could be better than Left 4 Dead

http://www.gamesradar.com/xbox360/dead-island/preview/e3-mvg-2011-selection-dead-island-preview-hands-on-with-the-co-op-mode-that-could-be-better-than-left-4-dead/a-2011061392610496024/g-20070808134934738055 As with any good zombie game, Dead Island is naturally amusing and everyone sitting in our playthrough was chuckling the majority of the time. The main reason for this was the ability to zombie stomp prone zombies. Some are a bit thick headed and require additional stomps, which led us as a group to repeatedly stomp zombies well after they were dead. You can also remove enemies' limbs both before and after they are incapacitated, leading to some pretty funny-looking lopsided zombies.

Friday, July 22, 2011

an entire group of their cohorts Dead Island


also throw melee weapons, particularly

strapped with explosives, and you Dead Island


can use them to strategically take out

E3 MVG 2011 Selection: Dead Island preview – hands-on with the co-op mode that could be better than Left 4 Dead

http://www.gamesradar.com/xbox360/dead-island/preview/e3-mvg-2011-selection-dead-island-preview-hands-on-with-the-co-op-mode-that-could-be-better-than-left-4-dead/a-2011061392610496024/g-20070808134934738055 The RPG elements are sure to add hours of extra content, as there are collectible weapons and upgrades available. For example, you can buy an electric attachment for a variety of melee weapons in order to shock/stun zombies. Combine this with random environmental events, like say, rain, and you can expect deadly results.

E3 2011: Deep Silver Swings For the Big Leagues with Dead Island

http://fronttowardsgamer.com/2011/06/11/e3-2011-deep-silver-swings-for-the-big-leagues-with-dead-island/

The gameplay itself and character model graphics are a little rough. I felt like I was playing Far Cry 2 or S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Clear Sky (also from Deep Silver) as far as gameplay goes, animations were a little janky at points, and we had several machines crash during our playthrough for another four man team. However, we're not looking for a release until at least a year from now, which gives Deep Silver plenty of time to clean things up. Dead Island could very easily be Deep Silver's breakout game, catapulting them from PC gaming obscurity into the triple-A big league in one fell swoop.

E3 top pick: Dead Island

http://gamerlimit.com/2011/06/e3-top-pick-dead-island/ Like everything else in the game, you must earn these skills. Through a series of skill trees, you have the choice to level up into different abilities that can prove critical in clutch situations. This is based on the number of kills and your ability to stay alive, of course.

E3 2011 Preview: Dead Island

http://www.atomicgamer.com/articles/1266/e3-2011-preview-dead-island

Firearms are kicking around on the island, but you need to save them for tough situations, because ammo is very scarce. Even melee weapons break down eventually, and while the item decay isn't quite as bad as it was in Dead Rising and you can repair items at workbenches, having your machete break right when you're about to put the finishing touches on a dismemberment is something you have to prepare for in advance. What's helpful is that you can throw many of the weapons in your arsenal, and that's important when the exploding zombies start charging at you. There are components and schematics you can recover for building new weapons, so there's an extra RPG element on top of the leveling and talent systems, too.

Wednesday, July 20, 2011

E3 2011: Deep Silver Swings For the Big Leagues with Dead Island

http://fronttowardsgamer.com/2011/06/11/e3-2011-deep-silver-swings-for-the-big-leagues-with-dead-island/

Third, team play. It's four player co-op, but you're not forced to use four players. If you want to go solo, the zombies will scale accordingly like Borderlands.However, this game obviously plays better with more people; given the difficulty of the game that I played, having folks able to watch your back is pretty essential (and more fun). Note, make sure you have friends with you, because with friendly fire is turned off, any item that is thrown or found as loot can be picked up by anyone. Zombies can be looted, and the stronger "thug" zombies can drop some nice loot as well as cash, so make sure one of your "enterprising" friends doesn't swoop in and grab your gear. Fortunately, unlike Borderlands, trading with your comrades is a breeze; a simple press of the X button between both players brings up a trade window.

Hands On With Deus Ex and Dead Island

http://www.4colorrebellion.com/archives/2011/06/14/hands-on-with-deus-ex-and-dead-island/

I think Deus Ex and Dead Island will satisfy my genre gaming urge this coming year, which is kinda funny considering I'm not typically a first-person action gamer. I'm anticipating that Deus Ex: Human Revolution will at the very least match the quality of its predecessor in terms of telling a morally compelling story in a fascinating tech driven future. I'm excited by the prospect of having my nerves frayed by the savory tension of Dead Island's up-close-and-personal zombie combat. Yet, as I cannot predict how the entirety of either experience will play out when they launch, all I can say right now is that I had a lot of fun in my short demo time with both games.

weapons—will have distinctly different Dead Island


effects on dead flesh. Suicide zombies

likewise, the two main categories Dead Island


of melee weapons—sharp and blunt

"Dead Island" Demo Leaves Stronger Zombie Cravings

http://www.bostonbastardbrigade.com/2011/07/dead-island-demo-leaves-stronger-zombie-cravings/ We've all seen the trailer, and snippets of the game have been shown here and there. At E3's Square-Enix mega-booth I had the chance to go hands-on with one of this year's most hotly-anticipated titles: Dead Island. One problem: you could only play five minutes of the game.

Hands On With Deus Ex and Dead Island

http://www.4colorrebellion.com/archives/2011/06/14/hands-on-with-deus-ex-and-dead-island/

I hardly got to experience the RPG elements of Dead Island that would see me taking on certain missions for various islanders and earning xp which I could invest in certain skills, but I'm already sold on the game.Dead Island seems like it'll be as unforgiving as the melodramatic trailer that hit a few months ago promised it would be and its demo already showcased the game's ability to simultaneously terrify and be greatly entertaining.

Monday, July 18, 2011

on a zombie, of course, nothing does Dead Island


the job quicker than a swift decapitation

weapon-toting zombies, take off their Dead Island


wielding arm and if you've got the jump

Gamestop gets exclusive Dead Island Limited Edition

http://www.relyonhorror.com/latest-news/gamestop-gets-exclusive-dead-island-limited-edition/

Gamestop is offering an exclusive Limited Edition upgrade with all preorders of Dead Island.This edition comes with an exclusive weapon and the Bloodbath Arena DLC. I have to admit, the exclusive Ripper weapon is pretty cool. The upgrade applies to all copies of Dead Island as long as they are preordered. Also, it seems these are in limited quantity.

E3: Dead Island

http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/110904-E3-Dead-Island

The island's open environment occasionally offers multiple paths to get to a location.The scale is more reminiscent of Far Cry than Fallout 3, but there is plenty of fun to be had by exploring and seeing what you can get away with in the game world. The game's excellent mini-map keeps the player from feeling lost in Dead Island's large and dangerous world. It curves and redirects you to your objective, as you explore and walk along new paths.

Hands On With Deus Ex and Dead Island

http://www.4colorrebellion.com/archives/2011/06/14/hands-on-with-deus-ex-and-dead-island/

Dead Island is brutal and the fact that the game focuses on melee combat really highlights this.While managing a fatigue meter that runs down very quickly, you fight off small groups of zombies while trying not to get surrounded yourself. It's great fun to rush into a group of two or three undead, kick them to the ground and bust one of their heads open with a paddle, but if you're not quick to run away immediately afterwards and let your fatigue bar recover then you'll find yourself quickly overpowered. This is what made Dead Island so enjoyable for me: the constant play between the excitement of rushing into a mob berserker style to obliterate a zombie and the immediately following vulnerability.

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

E3 2011: Deep Silver Swings For the Big Leagues with Dead Island

http://fronttowardsgamer.com/2011/06/11/e3-2011-deep-silver-swings-for-the-big-leagues-with-dead-island/

A lot of folks got severely bent out of shape when they heard that the emotional roller coaster trailer from Deep Silver's Dead Island didn't really match the vibe that initial impressions that people were getting from it.People saw gameplay footage and thought that it was a poorly put together Left 4 Dead clone, and the trailer was merely window dressing for what was bound to be a sub-par 3rd party title.

Hands On With Deus Ex and Dead Island

http://www.4colorrebellion.com/archives/2011/06/14/hands-on-with-deus-ex-and-dead-island/

The demo started with a first person montage of the night prior to the zombie apocalypse viewed through the eyes of some drunken douchebag who passes out shortly after the attacks start. Then the player wakes up in cabin of scared survivors with zombies pounding at the door. You discover that your life was saved by a person who is apparently trapped outside and it's up to you to go and rescue them. The doors open and using a wooden paddle you begin the terrifying joy of bashing zombie brains on the beach.

Hands On With Deus Ex and Dead Island

http://www.4colorrebellion.com/archives/2011/06/14/hands-on-with-deus-ex-and-dead-island/

Switching gears and talking about Dead Island, this was a game that I actually wasn't able to shutup about after only playing the demo.I love most zombie games as much as the next person, but I also think that horror titles work best when they make you simultaneously feel like a badass and absolutely terrified. Dead Island strikes a perfect balance between fun, brutal first person combat and the terrifying experience of being constantly surrounded by zombies, each of which are genuinely dangerous to you.

powerful weapons in MacGyver-like Dead Island


got some wires and a belt

killing utensils you'll be using to make Dead Island


combined with a standard knife to make

Dead Island delivers dark, fun action in single- and multiplayer

http://arstechnica.com/gaming/news/2011/06/dead-island-delivers-dark-fun-action-in-single--and-multiplayer.ars

Dead Island takes place on a beautiful tropical island, and you are tasked with taking control of one of four characters to do your best to survive an outbreak of zombies. The game features a wide-open world to explore, but while it may be constantly compared to other games like Dead Rising, it successfully manages to feel like its own game. I've had the chance to play the single-player game, as well as take the four-player co-op play for a test drive, and I've enjoyed both.

Dead Island Hands-On Impressions

http://www.vgrevolution.com/2011/06/dead-island-hands-on-impressions/

The gameplay of Dead Island is fast paced and intense, with lulls at times.But don't let your guard down as walker and other infected nightmares lie around each corner. I really enjoyed the RPG aspects of the game and think they will hook many gamers as you'll be wanting to level and build your various characters. For perfectionist, you'll more than likely find yourself playing 4 times, once as each character. Unfortunately, it seems the story/quest lines will be very similar, so story-wise it might become repetitive. Bottom line is if you are looking for a great looking(hacking a zombie limb off never looked so good) and an epic horror adventure, then Dead Island will the game you'll want this Fall.

Monday, July 11, 2011

spear guns, hatchets Dead Island


machetes comprise just a handful of the

frying pans, chairs, tables, Dead Island


fire extinguishers, microwaves, meat cleavers

Square Enix Will Distribute Dead Island

http://www.wired.com/gamelife/2011/05/dead-island-square-enix/

Polish studio Techland is developing Dead Island.

Pre-Order Edition of Dead Island Is Announced

http://www.brainlazy.com/article/video-games/pre-order-edition-dead-island-announced/

Dead Island, the upcoming gruesome zombie action game with RPG elements by renowned developer Techland, combines first-person action with a heavy focus on melee combat, character development and customization of a vast array of weapons.All of these gameplay features are presented in a dark story inspired by classic zombie movies with a gritty and engrossing campaign that can be played with up to four players in co-op mode.

Friday, July 8, 2011

Dead Island Hands-On Impressions

http://www.vgrevolution.com/2011/06/dead-island-hands-on-impressions/

Gathering items and money is a very important part of your survival. You don't want to be caught in a zombie moshpit without a suitable weapon.All weapons in the game can be upgraded and modified. Throughout the island there are safe areas where you'll have access to a workbench. If you have enough money and the correct parts, for example duct tape, nails, plastic explosives, then you'll be able to upgrade and create various specialized weapons. During my time on Dead Island I created a few weapons, including explosive knives that when thrown at a zombie, explode after a time delay. Or I was able to pimp out a bat with nails that made ripping off zombie arms a cinch. One note I should mention is that guns are few and far between on the island, and ammo is in even shorter supply. Melee is the focus of attack in Dead Island.

Pre-Order Edition of Dead Island Is Announced

http://www.brainlazy.com/article/video-games/pre-order-edition-dead-island-announced/ In addition to the Bloodbath Arena DLC, the Dead Island Special Edition will sport an exclusive piece of cover art and the blueprint for a special weapon, called the "Ripper": A destructive combination of a baseball bat and a buzz saw that leaves attacking zombies battered and bleeding to death. Only players who pre-ordered this edition of the game will be able to craft this unique weapon and share it with friends.

under zombie siege Dead Island

under zombie siege Dead Island
or simply lounge by one of our many pools and enjoy a Mai Tai, a Hurricane or a Zombie

let the cares and concerns of everyday life disappear and surrender to the beauty and luxury of the Royal Palms

let the cares and concerns of everyday life disappear and surrender to the beauty and luxury of the Royal Palms
let the cares and concerns of everyday life disappear and surrender to the beauty and luxury of the Royal Palms

Last night the Royal Palms Resort was a paradise Dead Island

Last night the Royal Palms Resort was a paradise Dead Island
the Royal Palms Resort offers exceptional service and every modern amenity

foursome soon finds deadhead brain-stems Dead Island

foursome soon finds deadhead brain-stems Dead Island
windsurf, rent a sea kayak or snorkel in our crystal clear water and commune with colorful tropical fish

your portal to paradise Dead Island

your portal to paradise Dead Island
And then, of course, there's whoever caused this mess in the first place

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

paddles, cleavers, wrenches Dead Island


wood planks with optional rusty nails

in combination with the emotions and the open-world element #deadisland


We want to keep it as real as possible

Dead Island Hands-On Impressions

http://www.vgrevolution.com/2011/06/dead-island-hands-on-impressions/

Gamers will take control of four characters, each of which has his or her own unique traits and abilities. Some will be fast and agile while others will be big and powerful. Choose wisely because you will want to stay with the character throughout your adventure as the more you play the more XP and abilities for that character you unlock. Dead Island has major roots in the RPG realm but the action and gameplay is that of a first person action title. As you play, you earn XP and will gather weapons, parts, and money.

Pre-Order Edition of Dead Island Is Announced

http://www.brainlazy.com/article/video-games/pre-order-edition-dead-island-announced/

Characters can also gain additional experience points and items and bring them over to their single or multiplayer campaigns.What's more, players can show off their skills in zombie fighting via the Bloodbath Arena's Leaderboards. Finally, Bloodbath Arena includes a new exclusive weapon, the brain wave bomb, to ensure some highly explosive combat experiences. The Bloodbath Arena DLC package will be available for download shortly after launch.

DEAD ISLAND Box Art Shows a Zombie Infested Paradise

http://www.dailyblam.com/news/2011/05/31/dead-island-box-art-shows-a-zombie-infested-paradise

The game will feature a first-person perspective with multiple RPG elements, including a unique weapon customization system, creating an engaging experience in a zombie-infested open-world environment. Players can also take advantage of Dead Island's four player co-op capabilities, so no survivor has to face the armies of the undead alone.

Yep, There's A Special Edition of Dead Island

http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/news/videogames/1606/ Unfortunately, this edition is exclusive to those who preorder the game at GameStop, and it will be available for the Xbox 360, PS3 and PC.

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

E3 top pick: Dead Island

http://gamerlimit.com/2011/06/e3-top-pick-dead-island/ At E3, Gamer Limit spent some quality time with the title, along with representatives from Techland and Deep Silver. After about 40 minutes poring over the nooks and crannies of the fictional island of Banoi, I must say that no other game captures the elements of survival and fear quite like Dead Island. It's enough to make this my E3 top pick.

E3 top pick: Dead Island

http://gamerlimit.com/2011/06/e3-top-pick-dead-island/

With any proper zombie story, it's all about the survivors. That's where we start — in a church among the few who were lucky enough to escape the outbreak. No sanctuary here, however.The place is ruined with debris scattered about, windows boarded up. It doesn't feel like a safe haven at all, as stress lines every face and weighs in every voice. We meet Howard.

Yep, There's A Special Edition of Dead Island

http://www.bloody-disgusting.com/news/videogames/1606/

The special edition brings with it unique cover art and an exclusive blueprint for a weapon called the Ripper - a baseball bat with a buzz saw attached to it. Head past the break for more details on the special edition and the Bloodbath Arena DLC.

Pure 20 Minute Dead Island Gameplay Footage

http://playstationlifestyle.net/2011/06/01/pure-20-minute-dead-island-gameplay-footage/

Dead Island, currently in development by Techland, allows players to take on the island solely or with up to three other real life players in cooperative mode. For more on the game be sure to check out PlayStation LifeStyle's previous coverage. We'll also get an inside look at the game during E3.Stay tuned.