GOG Release Thread - Space Empires IV / Two Worlds II / Don't Starve / Fez

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Released 4/25/13:



Space Empires IV: Deluxe $9.99


The fourth entry in Malfador's 4X space strategy series, Space Empires IV Deluxe improves on the original with graphical updates, fixes, and features. Not enough for you? Pick up a few mods to enhance and customize your experience. Even without them, IV offers a solid experience for any 4X fan on their way to control the hundreds of unique worlds awaiting amid the stars.


Extras: Manual


Mobygames:
Space Empires IV: Deluxe (3.2/5)

Demo:
Space Empires IV: Gold





Released 4/25/13
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Two Worlds II: Epic Edition $19.99 [$9.99 release promo] [includes Pirates of the Flying Fortress expansion and Castle Defense spinoff]


Imprisoned after the events of the first game, our hero must escape and be forced to ally with orcs in order to save his sister and all of Antaloor. Reality Pump (Earth 2160, Once Upon a Knight) has included features like non-scaled exploration and the robust crafting system of the first game while adding a few improvements such as card skill modifiers and sailing.
And when saving your sibling and the entire world around you gets to be too much, you can blow off some steam by slaughtering orcs in the included tower defense game.

Among the great mods for Two Worlds II is the Worldmerge mod, which combines the gameworld of vanilla TW2, Pirates, and the 11 multiplayer maps.


Extras: (2) Manuals, (2) Soundtracks, (3) Wallpapers, (5) Avatars, (12) Artworks, (2) Strategy Guides, Maps


Mobygames:
Two Worlds II (74)
Two Worlds II: Pirates of the Flying Fortress
Two Worlds II: Castle Defense

Demo:
Two Worlds II
Two Worlds II: Castle Defense

Gameplay Video:
Two Worlds II Two Worlds II: Castle Defense




Released 4/23/13
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Don't Starve $14.99 [$11.99 release promo]


Brave the elements, darkness, and all manner of creeps that inhabit the hostile, randomly-generated deathtrap called nature in this survival adventure from Klei Entertainment (Eets, Shank). Craft items and build beneficial structures to keep you a few steps ahead of creeping mortality. Oh, and don't forget to scrounge for food. So you don't...you know.


Extras: (4) Wallpapers, (10) Avatars


Metacritic:
Don't Starve

Demo:
Don't Starve [Chrome browser demo]

Gameplay Video:
Don't Starve




Available for Pre-Order 4/22/13
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Fez $9.99 [$8.99 pre-release promo]


Guide our behatted and perhaps ambiguously Moroccan protagonist Gomez across multiple, coexisting 2D planes in this PC edition of the acclaimed XBox 360 platformer.


Extras: (3) Wallpapers


Metacritic:
Fez (89) [360 version]

Trailer:
Fez [360 version]





Released 4/18/13
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Sword of the Stars: The Pit $9.99 [$7.49 release promo]


Though it shares the same universe as their strategy games, this effort from Kerberos exchanges turn-based space-faring for rogue-like dungeon-crawling. Play as either a Marine, Scout, or Engineer and try to survive the unknown (and randomly generated) horrors that lie deep within...the pit.


Extras: Manual, (21) Avatars, (8) Concept Artworks


Metacritic:
Sword of the Stars: The Pit

Demo:
Sword of the Stars: The Pit

Gameplay Video:
Sword of the Stars: The Pit


April:


Available for Pre-Order 4/18/13
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Dyad $14.99 [$11.99 pre-release promo]


Travel as a tiny particle in this music-based action game, pairing, lancing, and getting boosts from enemy particles across 27 frenetic levels, each with its own unique playstyle.


Extras: (2) Music Tracks


Metacritic:
Dyad (82) [PS3 version]

Trailer:
Dyad




Released 4/16/13
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Overlord $9.99 [includes Raising Hell expansion]


Leaving behind their turn-based strategy beginnings, Triumph Studios (Age of Wonders, Age of Wonders: Shadow Magic) brought us this minion management action title with a Dungeon Keeper "Evil is Good" motif. Order your bloodthirsty yet comical imps (with the varying types employing different powers) to ravage the countryside (and the abyss below it), subdue the populace, and claim your rightful place as new Overlord.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (16) Avatars, (19) Artworks, (39) Concept Artworks, (7) Design Stills


Mobygames:
Overlord (81)
Overlord: Raising Hell (3.8/5)

Demo:
Overlord and critical demo patch

Gameplay Video:
Overlord




Released 4/11/13
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Galactic Civilizations I: Ultimate Edition $9.99 [$7.49 release promo] [includes Altarian Prophecy expansion]


The advent of unfettered interstellar travel leads to economic and diplomatic confrontation among five civilizations in this epic space 4X strategy from Stardock (Elemental, The Corporate Machine). The included expansion adds another two races, as well as editors giving players the ability to create their own maps and even entire campaigns.


Extras: Manual, (3) Editor Manuals, Soundtrack, (5) Avatars


Mobygames:
Galactic Civilizations (75)
Galactic Civilizations: Altarian Prophecy

Demo:
Galactic Civilizations

Gameplay Video:
Galactic Civilizations I: Ultimate Edition




Released 4/11/13
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Nancy Drew: Curse of Blackmoor Manor $5.99


The 11th game in this adventure series from Her Interactive (The Vampire Diaries, McKenzie & Company) is as good a place as any to team up with River Heights' favorite sleuth. Blackmoor Manor finds Nancy investigating a British estate's past for clues about odd happenings in the present.


Extras: Avatar


Mobygames:
Nancy Drew: Curse of Blackmoor Manor (83)

Gameplay Video:
Nancy Drew: Curse of Blackmoor Manor




Available for Pre-Order 4/10/13
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Divinity: Dragon Commander $44.99 [$39.99 pre-release promo]


Larian Studios continues a theme from their Dragon Knight Saga, but with a change in genres in this new action-strategy title. Engage in research and grand strategy with the turn-based campaign, direct your troops in real-time battles, then transform and personally reign fire down upon your enemies.


Extras: (5) Wallpapers, (13) Avatars, (9) Artworks



Gameplay Video:
Divinity: Dragon Commander




Released 4/9/13
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Children of the Nile $9.99 [includes Alexandria expansion and Enhanced Edition content/features]


This civilization-building game from Tilted Mill Entertainment (Hinterland, Caesar IV) picks up right where its Impressions Games predecessors left off, this time in a 3D engine. In addition to evolving beyond Pharaoh, the numerous fixes and features introduced with the Enhanced Edition patch ensure you'll be managing beer supply lines, appeasing deities, and raising eternal monuments to the glory of your culture in no time.


Extras: Manual, Editor Manual, Soundtrack, (3) Wallpapers, Avatar, (8) Sketches, (14) Renders, (10) Developer Commentary Videos, Reference Card


Mobygames:
Children of the Nile: Enhanced Edition (3.7/5)

Demo:
Children of the Nile: Enhanced Edition

Gameplay Video:
Immortal Cities: Children of the Nile




Released 4/9/13
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Slender: The Arrival $9.99 [$7.49 release promo]


This remake of a first-person horror fan-game starring one of the internet's favorite besuited creeps (with the creators of both the original game and of the titular character at the helm) invites the player to survive quick glances at malevolent beings and blurry camera-work during a jaunt around an isolated woodland home.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (2) Avatars


Metacritic:
Slender: The Arrival (69)

Gameplay Video:
Slender: The Arrival



Released 4/4/13
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Evoland $9.99 [$8.99 release promo]


Take a nostalgic trip through a few stops of the evolutionary road of handheld and console action-RPGs, in search of secrets, collectibles, and game references in this 2D...and 3D, turn-based...and real-time debut from Shiro Games.


Extras: Soundtrack, (4) Wallpapers, (7) Avatars, (7) Concept Artworks


Metacritic:
Evoland

Gameplay Video:
Evoland




Released 4/4/13
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The Cat Lady $9.99 [$7.49 release promo]


You are Susan. Susan is a lonely, suicidal, "crazy cat lady" who has just learned that five homicidal "Parasites" are now bent on bringing about her violent end. Help Susan overcome external obstacles and internal weaknesses to survive in this point-and-click horror adventure from Harvester Games (Downfall).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (2) Avatars


Metacritic:
The Cat Lady (83)

Demo:
The Cat Lady

Gameplay Video:
The Cat Lady




Released 4/2/13
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Signal Ops $14.99 [$11.99 release promo]


Simultaneously control up to four squadmates (or share the duties with a friend in co-op) while observing the operation from their perspective in this stealth shooter debut from Space Bullet Dynamics Corp. Coordinate their movements and action to successfully execute sabotage, assassination, and all kinds of covert sneakiness.


Extras: (2) Wallpapers, (10) Avatars, (8) Artworks


Gameplay Video:
Signal Ops [Developer Walkthrough]





Released 4/2/13
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Cultures 3+4 $9.99 [AKA Northland and 8th Wonder of the World, respectively]


The third and fourth entries in Funatics (The Settlers II: 10th Anniversary, Zanzarah) series follow Bjarni and his Vikings as they and the other cultures defend themselves from the schemes of Loki and to build the 8th Wonder of the World. Adventure and management elements round out the Settlers-inspired strategy gameplay.


Extras: (2) Manuals, (2) Editor Manuals, (2) Avatars


Mobygames:
Northland (68)
8th Wonder of the World (3.9/5)

Demo:
Northland

Gameplay Video:
Northland 8th Wonder of the World

March:
Released 3/28/13:



Pathologic $9.99


An isolated town has been overrun with a mysterious disease. Play as three characters with individual, yet intertwined, stories in this first-person survival adventure from Ice-Pick Lodge (The Void, Cargo!). In the hunt for answers, events in the gameworld often occur regardless of the player's presence, so understanding where to be is as important as what to do.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (4) Avatars, (12) Artworks, (8) Concept Artworks, Official Walkthrough


Mobygames:
Pathologic (58)

Demo:
Pathologic

Gameplay Video:
Pathologic




Released 3/26/13
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KKND2: Krossfire $5.99


In case you're not familiar with the acronym employed by this RTS sequel from Beam Software (Norse by Norse West, The Dame Was Loaded), the objective is to krush, kill, and destroy the opposing two factions on a post-apocalyptic Earth. With multiplayer and the included map editor you kan keep the karnage konstantly koming. (Too much?)


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, Avatar, (14) Extra SP Maps, (4) Extra MP Maps


Mobygames:
KKND2: Krossfire (76)

Demos:
KKND2: Krossfire

Gameplay Video:
KKND2: Krossfire




Released 3/26/13
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Strike Commander $5.99 [includes Tactical Operations expansion and Speech Pack]


In the years following great geopolitical upheaval, take to the skies and lead your mercenaries through dangerous missions across the globe in this action/sim from Origin Systems (Wings of Glory, Privateer) that can be somewhat described as Wing Commander on Earth.


Extras: (2) Manuals, Avatar, Strategy Guide, Reference Card, Bibliography, Playtester's Guide


Mobygames:
Strike Commander (3.9/5)
Strike Commander: Tactical Operations (3.4/5)
Strike Commander: Speech Pack (4.0/5)

Gameplay Video:
Strike Commander




Available for Pre-Order 3/21/13:



Eador: Masters of the Broken World $19.99 [FREE Eador: Genesis or 10% Discount release promo]


Building off of Eador: Genesis, Snowbird Games hopes to bring the perfect balance of grand-strategy, turn-based, tactical combat, and role-playing element to their ambitious fantasy title. As a powerful demigod, fight and scheme amongst your rivals for control of each unique shard of land, floating amidst its brethren in a shattered universe.


Extras: Soundtrack, (8) Wallpapers, (28) Avatars, (58) Artworks, (7) design Sketches, (32) Unit Sketches, (8) Team Photos


Gameplay Video:
Eador: Masters of the Broken Word




Released 3/21/13:



Anodyne $9.99 [$7.49 release promo]


Guide our "Young" protaganist through combat, platforming, and puzzles in an unsettling world created within his own mind in this RPG inspired by the console classics.


Extras: Soundtrack, (3) Wallpapers, (8) Avatars, (10) Concept Artworks, (3) Design Documents


Metacritic:
Anodyne (79)

Demo:
Anodyne

Gameplay Video:
Anodyne




Released 3/21/13:



Syndicate Wars $5.99


In a rather dystopic near-future, use your cybernetic agents to level the opposition (and quite a few city blocks) in the quest for power and cash to upgrade your operations in this isometric, real-time tactics/grand strategy hybrid from Bullfrog (Syndicate, Dungeon Keeper).


Extras: Manual, Wallpapers, (2) Avatars, Quick-Reference Card


Mobygames:
Syndicate Wars (85)

Demo:
Syndicate Wars

Gameplay Video:
Syndicate Wars




Released 3/19/13
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Clive Barker's Undying $5.99


After a group of siblings reawakens the family curse and its accompanying eldritch horrors, it's up to you to end their torment, armed with everything from a stone to a Tibetan War Cannon. (Acquiring some other-wordly magic comes in handy, as well.) Cleanse their family estate, explore strange dimensions, and prepare for frequent scaring and scrying in this Unreal-powered shooter from Danger Close/Dreamworks (Medal of Honor, Trespasser). Keep the lights off for this one.


Extras: Manual, (2) Wallpapers, (5) Avatars, Family Album


Mobygames:
Clive Barker's Undying (85)

Demo:
Clive Barker's Undying

Gameplay Video:
Clive Barker's Undying




Released 3/18/13
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Shattered Haven $9.99 [$7.49 release promo]


Destroy the threatening Grays while in a dire struggle to survive in this action-puzzler from Arcen Games (AI War, Tidalis). Use limited weapons and resources to plan your defenses across both the rugged wilderness and the remnants of civilization through nearly 100 levels. Bring others into the fight with the included map editor/sharer and local co-op play.


Extras: Wallpaper, (3) Avatars, (17) Artworks, (26) Sketches, (5) Design Documents


Gameplay Video:
Shattered Haven




Released 3/14/13
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Omikron: The Nomad Soul $9.99


This third-person adventure from French developer Quantic Dream (Indigo Prophecy, Heavy Rain) places the player in the role of a detective investigating a series of murders in the futuristic and exotic world in and around the city of Omikron. (And a few dozen other characters, as well. This soul gets around.) While focusing on character interaction and puzzles of possession, the included fighting and shooting sequences may be less than spectacular. However, the substance of Omikron, exploring its oddly engaging and sometimes surreal gameworld, is more than worth a few detours.

The featured Bowie/Gabrels soundtrack may not be included as an additional bonus, but (next to ripping the game files) this may be the next best thing.


Extras: Manual, Wallpaper, Avatar, (42) Concept Artworks, The Making of Omikron video


Mobygames:
Omikron: The Nomad Soul (78)

Demo:
Omikron: The Nomad Soul

Intro Video:
Omikron: The Nomad Soul
Gameplay Video:
Omikron: The Nomad Soul




Released 3/14/13
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Catacombs Pack $5.99 [includes Catacomb II (AKA The Catacomb), Catacomb 3D, The Catacomb Abyss, Curse of the Catacombs (AKA Catacomb Armageddon), Terror of the Catacombs (AKA Catacomb Apocalypse)]


Before DOOM or Quake, the Carmacks, Romero, Hall, et al. took us through the Catacombs. Play as a fireball-flinging mage tasked with saving various realms from a malevolent Nemesis across this 5-pack of pioneering shooters (4 first-person, 1 top-down) from from id Software and Softdisk/Gamer's Edge.


Extras: Music Track, Avatar


Mobygames:
The Catacomb
Catacomb 3D (3.1/5)
The Catacomb Abyss (3.4/5)
The Catacomb Armageddon (4.1/5)
The Catacomb Apocalypse (3.6/5)

Gameplay Video:
The Catacomb The Catacomb Apocalypse




Released 3/12/13
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Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds $5.99


New enemies, spells, and a new engine await aspiring floor-covering pilots in their quest to overthrow a risen Dark One and his demons (don't fall off!) in this sequel to Bullfrog's (Populous, Dungeon Keeper) classic shooter.


Extras: Manual, Avatar, Quick-Reference Card


Mobygames:
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds (85)

Gameplay Video:
Magic Carpet 2: The Netherworlds




Released 3/12/13
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Secret Agent $5.99


Battle the usual evil genius accessories of henchmen, robots, lasers, and sundry traps as Agent 006 in Apogee's (Hocus Pocus, Duke Nukem) sidescroller. Besides the solid platforming, puzzle elements emerge with score-boosting by snagging certain collectibles in a particular order as well as strategic use of barrels.


Extras: Hint Sheet


Mobygames:
Secret Agent (3.4/5)

Demo:
Secret Agent

Gameplay Video:
Secret Agent




Released 3/8/13
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Omerta: City of Gangsters - The Con Artist $4.99


This pack adds one new henchwoman, one new weapon, and one new area to Haemimont Games' (Imperium Romanum, The First Templar) organized crime simulator.







Released 3/7/13
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Blade of Darkness $5.99


The sole release from developer Rebel Act Games (whose key members later co-created Scrapland and Jericho), this third-person action-adventure is rightfully a cult classic, with a focus on its strong melee combat mechanics and boasting the much-ballyhooed ability to beat an enemy to death with their own severed limb.


Extras: Manual, (5) Avatars, (10) Concept Artworks


Mobygames:
Blade of Darkness (79)

Demo:
Blade of Darkness (Check out the mods, as well.)

Gameplay Video:
Blade of Darkness




Released 3/7/13
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The Settlers 3: Ultimate Collection $9.99 [includes Mission CD and Quest of the Amazons expansions]


With the release of the third iteration of their popular civilization-founding series, Blue Byte Software (Anno 1404, Battle Isle) attempted (and mostly succeeded) in bringing a few changes (such as rendered graphics, direct control of settlers/soldiers and the elimination of road-building) while retaining the classic tree-falling, pig-farming, border-expanding gameplay of its predecessors.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, (3) Avatars, Quick-Reference Card


Mobygames:
The Settlers III (78)
The Settlers III: Mission CD (77)
The Settlers III: Quest of the Amazons (81)

Demos:
The Settlers III
The Settlers III: Quest of the Amazons

The Settlers III: Smack-a-Thief Minigame

Gameplay Video:
The Settlers III




Released 3/5/13
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Waking Mars $9.99 [$4.99 release promo]


After your mission begins with a crash landing, explore the caverns and surface of Mars while learning to survive by understanding and utilizing the various lifeforms which call the Red Planet home in this free-form platformer.


Extras: Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (2) Avatars, (7) Concept Artworks


Metacritic:
Waking Mars (79)

Gameplay Video:
Waking Mars




Released 3/5/13
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Realms of Chaos $5.99


Alternate between a sorceress and warrior, brother/sister tag-team through 26 levels to restore the realms which have been contaminated by malevolent forces in this side-scrolling platformer from Apogee (Hocus Pocus, Secret Agent).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack


Mobygames:
Realms of Chaos (3.8/5)

Demo:
Realms of Chaos

Gameplay Video:
Realms of Chaos
February:

Released 2/28/13
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Total Overdose: A Gunslinger's Tale in Mexico $5.99


This open-world shooter from Deadline Games (Watchmen: The End is Nigh, Chili con Carnage) is more than just GTA al sur, featuring a score and combo system encouraging stunts, acrobatic kills, and stylish mayhem. Not satisfied with your lunging backflip headshot or untimely death? Utilize the games rewind function for a quick Prince of Persia-style second-chance.


Extras: Manual, (2) Wallpapers, (7) Avatars, (9) Artworks


Mobygames:
Total Overdose: A Gunslinger's Tale in Mexico (74)

Demo:
Total Overdose: A Gunslinger's Tale in Mexico

Gameplay Video:
Total Overdose: A Gunslinger's Tale in Mexico




Released 2/28/13
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Ultimate Body Blows $5.99


Ultimate Body Blows two games in Team17's (Alien Breed, Worms) 2D fighting series (including one previously Amiga-only) combined into a single game and enhanced with improved graphics, sound, and general fixes.


Extras: Soundtrack


Mobygames:
Ultimate Body Blows (2.8/5)

Demo:
Ultimate Body Blows

Gameplay Video:
Ultimate Body Blows




Released 2/26/13
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Driftmoon $14.99


Seven years in the making, this adventure-RPG from Icelandic duo Instant Kingdom lets you with explore the world of Driftmoon (with such party members as a firefly and panther queen) full of interactivity, humor, and an endearing story. To enhance and prolong your adventures, a powerful editor and mod-sharing support is built-in.


Extras: (6) Sample Music Tracks


Metacritic:
Driftmoon

Demo:
Driftmoon

Gameplay Video:
Driftmoon




Released 2/26/13:



99 Levels to Hell $9.99


Quasi-randomly generated levels and Danish metal music collide in this "rougelike-like" platformer from B-evil Games.


Extras: (2) Sample Music Tracks, (2) Wallpapers, (2) Avatars


Metacritic:
99 Levels to Hell

Demo:
99 Levels to Hell [Alpha]

Gameplay Video:
99 Levels to Hell




Released 2/21/13
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Richard & Alice $5.99


This point-and-click adventure features the dialogue and flashback-heavy story of Richard & Alice (naturally), two prisoners of an incongruously well-furnished prison in a post-snowpocalyptic world.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, (5) Avatars, (2) Concept Artworks


Metacritic:
Richard & Alice

Demo:
Richard & Alice

Developer Trailer:
Richard & Alice




Released 2/21/13:



Sensible World of Soccer '96/'97 $5.99


This DOS version of perhaps the best iteration of Sensible Software's (Cannon Fodder, Sensible Golf) Soccer Management series boasts a combination of both enjoyable on-pitch action and engrossing management, overseeing trades and strategy for any of over 1,000 real-world clubs.


Extras: Manual


Mobygames:
Sensible World of Soccer '96/'97 (3.5/5)

Gameplay Video:
Sensible World of Soccer '96/'97




Released 2/19/13:



Leisure Suit Larry: Love for Sail! $5.99


All aboard for what is perhaps the pinnacle of our lovelorn Laffer's innuendo-injected escapades. Love for Sail! finds our hapless hero(?) on another leg of his quest for true love and anatomy jokes. Cooking Quiche de Larry, chatting with a Scottish Chinaman, abusing the poor text parser (included in addition to the point-and-click interface),and an arguably distasteful take on "Where's Waldo" are just a few of the experiences awaiting the player in this, Al Lowe (Torin's Passage, Freddy Pharkas: Frontier Pharmacist) and Sierra's final take on Larry's sleazy saga.


Extras: Manual, Wallpaper, (6) Avatars, Cyber Sniff 2000


Mobygames:
Leisure Suit Larry: Love for Sail! (81)

Demo:
Leisure Suit Larry: Love for Sail! [Browser]

Gameplay Video:
Leisure Suit Larry: Love for Sail!




Released 2/19/13
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Hocus Pocus $5.99


Explore 36 puzzle-filled levels on your quest to graduate from apprentice to full-fledged wizard while enjoying the rather good music and pleasantly dated graphics of this platformer from Moonlite Software (Clyde's Adventure, Taking Care of Business).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack


Mobygames:
Hocus Pocus (3.5/5)

Gameplay Video:
Hocus Pocus




Released 2/19/13:



System Shock 2 $9.99


This classic first-person shooter/RPG co-developed by Irrational Games (SWAT 4, Bioshock) and Looking Glass Studios (Thief, Ultima Underworld) presages and echoes, respectively, the best features of both of those developers' most memorable titles. Confronted with creepy corridors, contamination, and a cunning AI, gameplay is relatively freeform along a continuum of hacking stealth, psyonic powers and shoot-em-all violence. What are you waiting for? Hop on board the "Von Braun", boot up a game of Pig, and silence the discord.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack (FLAC/MP3), Wallpaper, (2) Avatars, (28) Artworks, (2) Concept Maps, Pitch Document, SHODAN Render, Radio Interview


Mobygames:
System Shock 2 (91)

Demo:
System Shock 2

Gameplay Video:
System Shock 2




Released 2/14/13
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Worms Forts: Under Siege $5.99


The classic, mostly-2D series from Team17 (Alien Breed, Superfrog) take a diversion into the third dimension in this spinoff. Aside from dealing with the addition of "depth", worm-wranglers will also be tasked with building their own fort to defend, as well as constructing additional structures like weapon factories and research labs to aid in the fight for vermiform hegemony.


Extras: Soundtrack, (4) Wallpapers, (5) Avatars, Papercraft Castle


Mobygames:
Worms Forts: Under Siege (68)

Demo:
Worms Forts: Under Siege

Gameplay Video:
Worms Forts: Under Siege




Released 2/12/13:



Zafehouse: Diaries $9.99


A zombie-survival game that doesn't require first-person shooter skills or feature real-time carnage wreaked by boom-stick or bludgeon? Zafehouse: Diaries instead focuses on managing interpersonal conflicts and strains among your group of randomly-generated party members as they struggle to cooperate and survive. Movement, combat, random encounters, etc. are all handled via text, maps, photos, and the GUI.


Extras: Manual, (2) Wallpapers


Demo:
Zafehouse: Diaries

Gameplay Video:
Zafehouse: Diaries



Released 2/7/13
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Cannon Fodder 2 $5.99


In this sequel from Sensible Software (Sensible Soccer, Mega Lo Mania), our stream of hapless recruits are faced anew with imminent extinction. This time, however, you will guide your troops through the series' signature small group action across time and space due to the interference of an alien power. Don't worry soldier...you will be remembered.


Extras: Soundtrack, Wallpaper, (4) Avatars


Mobygames:
Cannon Fodder 2

Gameplay Video:
Cannon Fodder 2



Released 2/7/13:



Daikatana $5.99


Perhaps time has brought this much-maligned effort Ion Storm - Dallas (Anachronox) into perspective. With questionable marketing and relative graphics comparisons no longer relevant, one is left with a promising shooter/slasher set in several exotic locations throughout time that, every time you start to have some fun, reminds you that somewhere in its troubled development it acquired characteristics of a babysitting simulator featuring your unlikable and brain-damaged sidekicks.


Extras: Manual, (3) Avatars


Mobygames:
Daikatana (58)

Demo:
Daikatana

Gameplay Video:
Daikatana



Released 2/5/13:



Etherlords II $5.99


This sequel from Nival Interactive (Blitzkrieg, Heroes of Might & Magic V) adds to the first game's already solid mix of King's Bounty-esque overworld travel and Magic: The Gathering-inspired turn-based card combat, while adding a few improvements such as a dedicated campaign for each of the four playable races (including a fifth, bonus campaign).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (4) Avatars, Reference Guide


Mobygames:
Etherlords II (74)

Demo:
Etherlords II

Gameplay Video:
Etherlords II





Released 2/5/13:



Avadon: The Black Fortress $9.99 [$7.99 release promo]


Like Spiderweb Software's (Geneforge, Avernum) other games, Avadon is a rather open role-playing game featuring turn-based combat in a vast and dangerous world. This time, however, instead of playing as a condemned criminal or magical Shaper, you are an agent of the Black Fortress tasked with protecting it from dangers at home and abroad.


Extras: Manual, (4) Wallpapers, (5) Avatars, (4) Artworks


Metacritic:
Avadon: The Black Fortress (75)

Demo:
Avadon: The Black Fortress

Gameplay Video:
Avadon: The Black Fortress
January:
Released 1/31/13:



The Settlers II: 10th Anniversary $9.99


This remake of Blue Byte's classic strategy and settling-simulator from Funatics Software (Cultures, Zanzarah) may boast a 3D engine and several gameplay improvements, but underneath remains the heart of a game which still doesn't need much improving. Using the included editor, user-created maps from the original Settlers II can be imported. A decade's reach is pretty good for backwards compatibility, eh?


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (6) Avatars


Mobygames:
The Settlers II: 10th Anniversary (79)

Demo:
The Settlers II: 10th Anniversary

Gameplay Video:
The Settlers II: 10th Anniversary





Released 1/31/13:



Balls of Steel $5.99


This pinball game from Wildfire Studios (Devil's Island Pinball, Tumblebugs) features five varied tables, including one honoring the Duke himself (no, not John Wayne) and voiced by Jon St. John. Besides the polished sound and effects, Steel boasts solid physics, fun gimmicks, and the ability to play in scrolling and full-table modes.


Extras: Manual


Mobygames:
Balls of Steel (80)

Gameplay Video:
Balls of Steel




Released 1/29/13:



The Bard's Tale $9.99 [also includes the original The Bard's Tale trilogy]


In this franchise reboot of the classic Interplay series, developer inXile Entertainment (Hunted: The Demon's Forge, Choplifter HD) successfully marries an action-RPG formula loosely inspired by the classic trilogy with a healthy helping of humor. All this is accompanied by a soundtrack provided by (among others) Tommy Tallarico and LucasArts alumni Clint Bajakian, Michael Land, and Peter McConnell, as well as great voicework from Cary Elwes and such veterans as Tony Jay, Michael Bell [customspoiler=both seen here] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SELFIVzmeYA [/customspoiler], and Jennifer Hale.


Extras: (4) Manuals, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, (8) Avatars, (21) Artworks, (2) Cluebooks, (3) Quick Reference Cards


Mobygames:
The Bard's Tale (73)
Tales of the Unknown - Volume I: The Bard's Tale (3.6/5)
The Bard's Tale II: The Destiny Knight (3.8/5)
The Bard's Tale III: Thief of Fate (3.3/5)

Demo:
The Bard's Tale

Gameplay Video:
The Bard's Tale
Trailer
The Bard's Tale




Released 1/24/13
:




Neverwinter Nights 2: Complete $19.99 [$14.99 release promo] [includes Mask of the Betrayer, Storm of Zehir, and Mysteries of Westgate expansions]


In this sequel to Bioware's classic RPG, developer Obsidian (Alpha Protocol, Dungeon Siege III) strays a bit from the formula of NWN, bringing party dynamics and character interaction & customization more to the fore. Just like its predecessor, however, finishing the epic storylines can be just a beginning, as user-created modules once again allow for many quality replays (thanks to the included toolkit).


Extras: (3) Manuals, (3) Soundtracks, (4) Wallpapers, (15) Avatars, (10) Artworks


Mobygames:
Neverwinter Nights 2 (82)
Neverwinter Nights 2: Mask of the Betrayer (82)
Neverwinter Nights 2: Storm of Zehir (72)
Neverwinter Nights 2: Mysteries of Westgate (72)

Gameplay Video:
Neverwinter Nights 2



Released 1/24/13:



Strike Suit Zero $19.99 [$14.99 release promo]


Defend Earth from invasion from a massive fleet as a transforming ship/suit, clearing fighters, picking at capital ships, and completing objectives all while the immense conflict rages around you. This impressive debut effort from Born Ready Games also features an appropriately atmospheric (though often pulsating) soundtrack from Homeworld and Sword of the Stars composer Paul Ruskay.


Extras: (3) Wallpapers, (3) Artworks


Metacritic:
Strike Suit Zero (62)

Gameplay Video:
Strike Suit Zero



Released 1/22/13
:




Conquest: Frontier Wars $5.99


This epic space RTS from Fever Pitch Games and Digital Anvil (Freelancer, Starlancer) may utilize conventional 2D gameplay despite its 3D engine, but boasts several rather unique features such as space-hero units, supply lines, and multi-map combat (as well as a touch a humor to help lighten the darkness of the cosmos).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Quick Reference Card


Mobygames:
Conquest: Frontier Wars (79)

Demo:
Conquest: Frontier Wars

Gameplay Video:
Conquest: Frontier Wars





Released 1/17/13:



Leisure Suit Larry's Greatest Hits & Misses! $9.99 [includes Larry 1-3/5-6 (no 4, of course), the VGA remake of 1, and Softporn Adventure - does NOT include 6 SVGA (Fixed 1/19/13) or Floppy versions, and other Greatest Hits & Misses! bonuses (Laffer Utilities, Larry's Big Score: Pinball, etc.)]


Double entendre, innuendo, and a severe lack of animal magnetism are the order of the day as you guide Larry through his quests to find true love...or at least a good time. Explore sleazy dives, luxurious resorts, and the rolling hills of a land called Rejection while lamenting that "if I only had a dollar every time I heard that" in this series of classic point-and-click adventures from Sierra and the delightfully deviant mind of Al Lowe (Freddy Pharkas: Frontier Pharmacist, Torin's Passage).


Extras: (6) Manuals, (4) Wallpapers, (5) Hintbooks, (8) Avatars, (4) Handouts, Postcard


Mobygames:
Softporn Adventure (2.9/5)
Leisure Suit Larry in the Land of the Lounge Lizards [EGA] (3.8/5) [EGA]
Leisure Suit Larry in the Land of the Lounge Lizards [VGA] (78)
Leisure Suit Larry Goes Looking for Love (In Several Wrong Places) (69)
"Larry, stop snickering!"
Leisure Suit Larry 3: Passionate Patti in Pursuit of the Pulsating Pectorals (76)
Leisure Suit Larry 5: Passionate Patti Does a Little Undercover Work (66)
Leisure Suit Larry 6: Share Up or Slip Out! (76)

Gameplay Video:
Softporn Adventure Leisure Suit Larry in the Land of the Lounge Lizards [EGA] Leisure Suit Larry in the Land of the Lounge Lizards [VGA] Leisure Suit Larry Goes Looking for Love (In Several Wrong Places) Leisure Suit Larry 3: Passionate Patti in Pursuit of the Pulsating Pectorals Leisure Suit Larry 5: Passionate Patti Does a Little Undercover Work Leisure Suit Larry 6: Shape Up or Slip Out!




Available for Pre-Order 1/16/13:



Omerta: City of Gangsters $39.99 [$33.99 pre-release promo]


Create a burgeoning crime empire in 1920's Atlantic City with strategically planning your actions on the city map and from bloody confrontations in tactical combat in this gangland simulator from Haemimont Games (Celtic Kings, Tropico 3 & 4).


Extras: Manual, (2) Wallpapers, Avatar


Gameplay Video:
Omerta: City of Gangsters




Released 1/15/13:



Avernum: The Complete Saga $11.99 [$7.99 release promo] [includes Avernum I-VI and Blades of Avernum]


Partly based on Spiderweb's earlier Exile series, the Avernum saga focuses on those banished to an vast underground region. Each features relatively free-form gameplay bolstered by hundreds of quests and dozens of NPCs populating a huge game-world awaiting your exploration.


Extras: (5) Manuals, (3) Wallpapers, (13) Avatars, (7) Artworks


Mobygames:
Avernum (70)
Avernum II (4.0/5)
Avernum III (4.2/5)
Avernum IV (4.0/5)
Avernum V (75)
Avernum VI (4.0/5)
Blades of Avernum (3.9/5)

Demos:
Avernum: The Complete Saga

Gameplay Video:
Blades of Avernum Avernum III Avernum VI





Released 1/15/13:



O.R.B: Off-World Resource Base $5.99


A 3-D space RTS from Strategy First (Disciples, Nexagon), O.R.B. focuses on resource extraction among the asteroids of near-empty space to fuel the struggle for power and technological advancement between two rival factions. A map and scenario editor is included for additional replay value via user-created content.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Unit Reference Guide


Mobygames:
O.R.B: Off-World Resource Base (72)

Demo:
O.R.B: Off-World Resource Base

Gameplay Video:
O.R.B: Off-World Resource Base



Released 1/10/13:



King's Bounty: Crossworlds - Game of the Year Edition $24.99 [$14.99 release promo]


This sequel from Katauri Interactive (King's Bounty: The Legend, Space Rangers) features the same real-time world exploration and turn-based tactical combat of its predecessor, accompanied by mounds of additional content, as well as intriguing new features such as a pet dragon you can train and develop.


Extras: (2) Manuals, Soundtrack, (4) Wallpapers, (16) Avatars, (3) Concept Artworks, (38) Renders


Mobygames:
King's Bounty: Armored Princess (82)
King's Bounty: Crossworlds (77)

Demo:
King's Bounty: Armored Princess

Gameplay Video:
King's Bounty: Armored Princess





Released 1/10/13:



Imperialism II: The Age of Exploration $5.99


Like most strategy games, this classic from Frog City (Tropico 2, Trade Empires) has the basic goal of regional, even global hegemony. Their Imperialism games, however, put a far greater emphasis on economic domination, diplomatic advantage, and development of a colonial empire. (Don't worry, though, there's still enough combat to go around.)


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Technology Tree


Mobygames:
Imperialism II: The Age of Exploration (79)

Demo:
Imperialism II: The Age of Exploration

Gameplay Video:
Imperialism II: The Age of Exploration



Released 1/8/13:



Cultures 1+2 $9.99


This pair of strategy titles from Funatics Development (Zanzarah, The Settlers 2: 10th Anniv.) focus more on the micro-management of small numbers of units and god-game dynamics (as well as integrating some adventure elements) at the expense of the traditional breed, build, and fight model.


Extras: Manual, (2) Soundtracks


Mobygames:
Cultures (80)
Cultures 2: The Gates of Asgard (76)

Demo:
Cultures
Cultures
2: The Gates of Asgard

Gameplay Video:
Cultures 2





Q4 2012 Releases here.
Q3 2012 Releases here.
Q2 2012 Releases here.
Q1 2012 Releases here.
2011 Releases here.
2010 Releases here.

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The good-old games of GOG are often hard to find and/or difficult to get working on modern machines. Many of them would warrant news of their release included in the 'Deals' forum; some would not. Therefore this thread proposes to be the compact depository of information regarding of classic games from GOG.com, as well as discussion concerning their deal-worthiness.

Special sales and promotions will continue to have their own threads.
 
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[quote name='CheapLikeAFox']Are the LSL games any good? Or is it just nostalgia that gets people to talk about them so much?[/QUOTE]

It's a little of both. Anyone who did not grow up with these games might think the games are dumb as 1 - 3 are the old-school....type-text? adventure games (you have to type "open door" if you want to open the door) whereas parts 5 - 7 and the remake of part 1 were point and click adventures.

Basically before Steve Carrell, Larry Laffer was the original 40-year-old virgin and your goal is to get him laid. Unfortunately, wacky hijinks ensue during every encounter preventing him from "closing the deal." Each game is chock full of innuendo and hilariously bad puns (e. g. in part...6? there is a mother/daughter duo named Nailme and Whydoncha Juggs)

I'm still debating getting this, but still wondering why part 7 was not included - it's the only one I have never played
 
Ditto on considering LSL, I remember watching/playing a little of these at a friends house so many years ago but never really played through any of them myself. $10 for everything included seems like a deal.
 
I remember finding my dad's copy of Softporn Adventure and getting excited... until I played it. I did think it was funny to flush the toilet, though.
 
[quote name='DWulf']Neverwinter Nights 2 Complete has been released on GOG!:whee:[/QUOTE]

Yep, and $5 off. I'm strongly considering it, if just for Mask of the Betrayer which I hear is excelllent.
 
Released 1/24/13:



Strike Suit Zero $19.99 [$14.99 release promo]


Defend Earth from invasion from a massive fleet as a transforming ship/suit, clearing fighters, picking at capital ships, and completing objectives all while the immense conflict rages around you. This impressive debut effort from Born Ready Games also features an appropriately atmospheric (though often pulsating) soundtrack from Homeworld and Sword of the Stars composer Paul Ruskay.


Extras: (3) Wallpapers, (3) Artworks


Metacritic:
Strike Suit Zero (62)

Gameplay Video:
Strike Suit Zero
 
Released 1/24/13:



Neverwinter Nights 2: Complete $19.99 [$14.99 release promo] [includes Mask of the Betrayer, Storm of Zehir, and Mysteries of Westgate expansions]


In this sequel to Bioware's classic RPG, developer Obsidian (Alpha Protocol, Dungeon Siege III) strays a bit from the formula of NWN, bringing party dynamics and character interaction & customization more to the fore. Just like its predecessor, however, finishing the epic storylines can be just a beginning, as user-created modules once again allow for many quality replays (thanks to the included toolkit).


Extras: (3) Manuals, (3) Soundtracks, (4) Wallpapers, (15) Avatars, (10) Artworks


Mobygames:
Neverwinter Nights 2 (82)
Neverwinter Nights 2: Mask of the Betrayer (82)
Neverwinter Nights 2: Storm of Zehir (72)
Neverwinter Nights 2: Mysteries of Westgate (72)

Gameplay Video:
Neverwinter Nights 2
 
[quote name='grundy']I'm still debating getting this, but still wondering why part 7 was not included - it's the only one I have never played[/QUOTE]

They're probably saving Leisure Suit Larry 7 to release on its own.
 
Released 1/29/13:



The Bard's Tale $9.99 [also includes the original The Bard's Tale trilogy]


In this franchise reboot of the classic Interplay series, developer inXile Entertainment (Hunted: The Demon's Forge, Choplifter HD) successfully marries an action-RPG formula loosely inspired by the classic trilogy with a healthy helping of humor. All this is accompanied by a soundtrack provided by (among others) Tommy Tallarico and LucasArts alumni Clint Bajakian, Michael Land, and Peter McConnell, as well as great voicework from Cary Elwes and such veterans as Tony Jay, Michael Bell [customspoiler=both seen here] http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SELFIVzmeYA [/customspoiler], and Jennifer Hale.


Extras: (4) Manuals, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, (8) Avatars, (21) Artworks, (2) Cluebooks, (3) Quick Reference Cards


Mobygames:
The Bard's Tale (73)
Tales of the Unknown - Volume I: The Bard's Tale (3.6/5)
The Bard's Tale II: The Destiny Knight (3.8/5)
The Bard's Tale III: Thief of Fate (3.3/5)

Demo:
The Bard's Tale

Gameplay Video:
The Bard's Tale
Trailer
The Bard's Tale
 
Released 1/31/13:



Balls of Steel $5.99



This pinball game from Wildfire Studios (Devil's Island Pinball, Tumblebugs) features five varied tables, including one honoring the Duke himself (no, not John Wayne) and voiced by Jon St. John. Besides the polished sound and effects, Steel boasts solid physics, fun gimmicks, and the ability to play in scrolling and full-table modes.


Extras: Manual


Mobygames:
Balls of Steel (80)

Gameplay Video:
Balls of Steel
 
Released 1/31/13:



The Settlers II: 10th Anniversary $9.99


This remake of Blue Byte's classic strategy and settling-simulator from Funatics Software (Cultures, Zanzarah) may boast a 3D engine and several gameplay improvements, but underneath remains the heart of a game which still doesn't need much improving. Using the included editor, user-created maps from the original Settlers II can be imported. A decade's reach is pretty good for backwards compatibility, eh?


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (6) Avatars


Mobygames:
The Settlers II: 10th Anniversary (79)

Demo:
The Settlers II: 10th Anniversary

Gameplay Video:
The Settlers II: 10th Anniversary
 
Hmm, maybe like 5 or 10 years from now GOG will get Settlers 7 and it finally won't have that crap always online DRM on it. :p
 
Released 2/5/13:



Avadon: The Black Fortress $9.99 [$7.99 release promo]


Like Spiderweb Software's (Geneforge, Avernum) other games, Avadon is a rather open role-playing game featuring turn-based combat in a vast and dangerous world. This time, however, instead of playing as a condemned criminal or magical Shaper, you are an agent of the Black Fortress tasked with protecting it from dangers at home and abroad.


Extras: Manual, (4) Wallpapers, (5) Avatars, (4) Artworks


Metacritic:
Avadon: The Black Fortress (75)

Demo:
Avadon: The Black Fortress

Gameplay Video:
Avadon: The Black Fortress
 
Released 2/5/13:



Etherlords II $5.99


This sequel from Nival Interactive (Blitzkrieg, Heroes of Might & Magic V) adds to the first game's already solid mix of King's Bounty-esque overworld travel and Magic: The Gathering-inspired turn-based card combat, while adding a few improvements such as a dedicated campaign for each of the four playable races (including a fifth, bonus campaign).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (4) Avatars, Reference Guide


Mobygames:
Etherlords II (74)

Demo:
Etherlords II

Gameplay Video:
Etherlords II
 
Released 2/7/13:



Daikatana $5.99


Perhaps time has brought this much-maligned effort Ion Storm - Dallas (Anachronox) into perspective. With questionable marketing and relative graphics comparisons no longer relevant, one is left with a promising shooter/slasher set in several exotic locations throughout time that, every time you start to have some fun, reminds you that somewhere in its troubled development it acquired characteristics of a babysitting simulator featuring your unlikable and brain-damaged sidekicks.


Extras: Manual, (3) Avatars


Mobygames:
Daikatana(58)

Demo:
Daikatana

Gameplay Video:
Daikatana
 
Released 2/7/13:



Cannon Fodder 2 $5.99


In this sequel from Sensible Software (Sensible Soccer, Mega Lo Mania), our stream of hapless recruits are faced anew with imminent extinction. This time, however, you will guide your troops through the series' signature small group action across time and space due to the interference of an alien power. Don't worry soldier...you will be remembered.


Extras: Soundtrack, Wallpaper, (4) Avatars


Mobygames:
Cannon Fodder 2

Gameplay Video:
Cannon Fodder 2
 
[quote name='cheapo72']

one is left with a promising shooter/slasher set in several exotic locations throughout time

[/QUOTE]

No, no, no, and no. It is at many times just unplayable. If you really are curious, then just load up a lets play video on youtube and let someone else be subjected to actually playing it.
 
Daikatana eh? Now I can finally "experience" what it's like to be John Romero's bitch.

Daikatana_ad_-_John_Romero_is_about_to_make_you_his_bitch_-_Suck_it_down.jpg
 
Released 2/12/13:



Zafehouse: Diaries $9.99


A zombie-survival game that doesn't require first-person shooter skills or feature real-time carnage wreaked by boom-stick or bludgeon? Zafehouse: Diaries instead focuses on managing interpersonal conflicts and strains among your group of randomly-generated party members as they struggle to cooperate and survive. Movement, combat, random encounters, etc. are all handled via text, maps, photos, and the GUI.


Extras: Manual, (2) Wallpapers


Demo:
Zafehouse: Diaries

Gameplay Video:
Zafehouse: Diaries
 
Released 2/14/13:



Worms Forts: Under Siege $5.99


The classic, mostly-2D series from Team17 (Alien Breed, Superfrog) take a diversion into the third dimension in this spinoff. Aside from dealing with the addition of "depth", worm-wranglers will also be tasked with building their own fort to defend, as well as constructing additional structures like weapon factories and research labs to aid in the fight for vermiform hegemony.


Extras: Soundtrack, (4) Wallpaper, (5) Avatars, Papercraft Castle


Mobygames:
Worms Forts: Under Siege (68)

Demo:
Worms Forts: Under Siege

Gameplay Video:
Worms Forts: Under Siege
 
Released 2/19/13:



System Shock 2 $9.99


This classic first-person shooter/RPG co-developed by Irrational Games (SWAT 4, Bioshock) and Looking Glass Studios (Thief, Ultima Underworld) presages and echoes, respectively, the best features of both of those developers' most memorable titles. Confronted with creepy corridors, contamination, and a cunning AI, gameplay is relatively freeform along a continuum of hacking stealth, psyonic powers and shoot-em-all violence. What are you waiting for? Hop on board the "Von Braun", boot up a game of Pig, and silence the discord.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack (FLAC/MP3), Wallpaper, (2) Avatars, (28) Artworks, (2) Concept Maps, Pitch Document, SHODAN Render, Radio Interview


Mobygames:
System Shock 2 (91)

Demo:
System Shock 2

Gameplay Video:
System Shock 2
 
Released 2/19/13:



Leisure Suit Larry: Love for Sail! $5.99


All aboard for what is perhaps the pinnacle of our lovelorn Laffer's innuendo-injected escapades. Love for Sail! finds our hapless hero(?) on another leg of his quest for true love and anatomy jokes. Cooking Quiche de Larry, chatting with a Scottish Chinaman, abusing the poor text parser (included in addition to the point-and-click interface),and an arguably distasteful take on "Where's Waldo" are just a few of the experiences awaiting the player in this, Al Lowe (Torin's Passage, Freddy Pharkas: Frontier Pharmacist) and Sierra's final take on Larry's sleazy saga.


Extras: Manual, Wallpaper, (6) Avatars, Cyber Sniff 2000


Mobygames:
Leisure Suit Larry: Love for Sail! (81)

Demo:
Leisure Suit Larry: Love for Sail! [Browser]

Gameplay Video:
Leisure Suit Larry: Love for Sail!
 
[quote name='Camre']No, no, no, and no. It is at many times just unplayable. If you really are curious, then just load up a lets play video on youtube and let someone else be subjected to actually playing it.[/QUOTE]

Yes, there are myriad better ways to throw your $5.99 at GOG, but I applaud Square for letting this see some air again. When you weren't yelling at your sidekicks to turn on their brains, it had promising elements...too bad many of those promises were not kept.
 
[quote name='n64ra']Do want SS2 but do not want for $10.[/QUOTE]

Your not going to get it any cheaper for a long while. GOG seems to have an exclusivity period before Steam can sell it :)
 
Released 2/21/13:



Sensible World of Soccer '96/'97 $5.99


This DOS version of perhaps the best iteration of Sensible Software's (Cannon Fodder, Sensible Golf) Soccer Management series boasts a combination of both enjoyable on-pitch action and engrossing management, overseeing trades and strategy for any of over 1,000 real-world clubs.


Extras: Manual


Mobygames:
Sensible World of Soccer '96/'97 (3.5/5)

Gameplay Video:
Sensible World of Soccer '96/'97
 
Released 2/21/13:



Richard & Alice $5.99


This point-and-click adventure features the dialogue and flashback-heavy story of Richard & Alice (naturally), two prisoners of an incongruously well-furnished prison in a post-snowpocalyptic world.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, (5) Avatars, (2) Concept Artworks


Metacritic:
Richard & Alice

Demo:
Richard & Alice

Developer Trailer:
Richard & Alice
 
Released 2/26/13:



Driftmoon $14.99


Seven years in the making, this adventure-RPG from Icelandic duo Instant Kingdom lets you with explore the world of Driftmoon (with such party members as a firefly and panther queen) full of interactivity, humor, and an endearing story. To enhance and prolong your adventures, a powerful editor and mod-sharing support is built-in.


Extras: (6) Sample Music Tracks


Metacritic:
Driftmoon

Demo:
Driftmoon

Gameplay Video:
Driftmoon
 
Released 2/28/13:



Total Overdose: A Gunslinger's Tale in Mexico $5.99


This open-world shooter from Deadline Games (Watchmen: The End is Nigh, Chili con Carnage) is more than just GTA al sur, featuring a score and combo system encouraging stunts, acrobatic kills, and stylish mayhem. Not satisfied with your lunging backflip headshot or untimely death? Utilize the games rewind function for a quick Prince of Persia-style second-chance.


Extras: Manual, (2) Wallpapers, (7) Avatars, (9) Artworks


Mobygames:
Total Overdose: A Gunslinger's Tale in Mexico (74)

Demo:
Total Overdose: A Gunslinger's Tale in Mexico

Gameplay Video:
Total Overdose: A Gunslinger's Tale in Mexico
 
Released 3/5/13:



Realms of Chaos $5.99


Alternate between a sorceress and warrior, brother/sister tag-team through 26 levels to restore the realms which have been contaminated by malevolent forces in this side-scrolling platformer from Apogee (Hocus Pocus, Secret Agent).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack


Mobygames:
Realms of Chaos (3.8/5)

Demo:
Realms of Chaos

Gameplay Video:
Realms of Chaos
 
Released 3/5/13:



Waking Mars $9.99 [$4.99 release promo]


After your mission begins with a crash landing, explore the caverns and surface of Mars while learning to survive by understanding and utilizing the various lifeforms which call the Red Planet home in this free-form platformer.


Extras: Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (2) Avatars, (7) Concept Artworks


Metacritic:
Waking Mars (79)

Gameplay Video:
Waking Mars
 
Released 3/7/13:



The Settlers 3: Ultimate Collection $9.99 [includes Mission CD and Quest of the Amazons expansions]


With the release of the third iteration of their popular civilization-founding series, Blue Byte Software (Anno 1404, Battle Isle) attempted (and mostly succeeded) in bringing a few changes (such as rendered graphics, direct control of settlers/soldiers and the elimination of road-building) while retaining the classic tree-falling, pig-farming, border-expanding gameplay of its predecessors.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, (3) Avatars, Quick-Reference Card


Mobygames:
The Settlers III (78)
The Settlers III: Mission CD (77)
The Settlers III: Quest of the Amazons (81)

Demos:
The Settlers III
The Settlers III: Quest of the Amazons

The Settlers III: Smack-a-Thief Minigame

Gameplay Video:
The Settlers III
 
Released 3/7/13:



Blade of Darkness $5.99


The sole release from developer Rebel Act Games (whose key members later co-created Scrapland and Jericho), this third-person action-adventure is rightfully a cult classic, with a focus on its strong melee combat mechanics and boasting the much-ballyhooed ability to beat an enemy to death with their own severed limb.


Extras: Manual, (5) Avatars, (10) Concept Artworks


Metacritic:
Blade of Darkness (79)

Demo:
Blade of Darkness (Check out the mods, as well.)

Gameplay Video:
Blade of Darkness
 
Released 3/12/13:



Secret Agent $5.99


Battle the usual evil genius accessories of henchmen, robots, lasers, and sundry traps as Agent 006 in Apogee's (Hocus Pocus, Duke Nukem) sidescroller. Besides the solid platforming, puzzle elements emerge with score-boosting by snagging certain collectibles in a particular order as well as strategic use of barrels.


Extras: Hint Sheet


Mobygames:
Secret Agent (3.4/5)

Demo:
Secret Agent

Gameplay Video:
Secret Agent
 
Released 3/14/13:



Catacombs Pack $5.99 [includes Catacomb II (AKA The Catacomb), Catacomb 3D, The Catacomb Abyss, Curse of the Catacombs (AKA Catacomb Armageddon), Terror of the Catacombs (AKA Catacomb Apocalypse)]


Before DOOM or Quake, the Carmacks, Romero, Hall, et al. took us through the Catacombs. Play as a fireball-flinging mage tasked with saving various realms from a malevolent Nemesis across this 5-pack of pioneering shooters (4 first-person, 1 top-down) from from id Software and Softdisk/Gamer's Edge.


Extras: Music Track, Avatar


Mobygames:
The Catacomb
Catacomb 3D (3.1/5)
The Catacomb Abyss (3.4/5)
The Catacomb Armageddon (4.1/5)
The Catacomb Apocalypse (3.6/5)

Gameplay Video:
The Catacomb The Catacomb Apocalypse
 
Released 3/14/13:



Omikron: The Nomad Soul $9.99


This third-person adventure from French developer Quantic Dream (Indigo Prophecy, Heavy Rain) places the player in the role of a detective investigating a series of murders in the futuristic and exotic world in and around the city of Omikron. (And a few dozen other characters, as well. This soul gets around.) While focusing on character interaction and puzzles of possession, the included fighting and shooting sequences may be less than spectacular. However, the substance of Omikron, exploring its oddly engaging and sometimes surreal gameworld, is more than worth a few detours.

The featured Bowie/Gabrels soundtrack may not be included as an additional bonus, but (next to ripping the game files) this may be the next best thing.


Extras: Manual, Wallpaper, Avatar, (42) Concept Artworks, The Making of Omikron video


Mobygames:
Omikron: The Nomad Soul (78)

Demo:
Omikron: The Nomad Soul

Intro Video:
Omikron: The Nomad Soul
Gameplay Video:
Omikron: The Nomad Soul
 
Oh man, Omikron. The first real game I pirated for PC and all because of David Bowie. I ended up picking it up on DC, but I never got far in it. Might have to give this one a go now.
 
Released 3/18/13:



Shattered Haven $9.99 [$7.49 release promo]


Destroy the threatening Grays while in a dire struggle to survive in this action-puzzler from Arcen Games (AI War, Tidalis). Use limited weapons and resources to plan your defenses across both the rugged wilderness and the remnants of civilization through nearly 100 levels. Bring others into the fight with the included map editor/sharer and local co-op play.


Extras: Wallpaper, (3) Avatars, (17) Artworks, (26) Sketches, (5) Design Documents


Gameplay Video:
Shattered Haven
 
Released 3/19/13:



Clive Barker's Undying $5.99


After a group of siblings reawakens the family curse and its accompanying eldritch horrors, it's up to you to end their torment, armed with everything from a stone to a Tibetan War Cannon. (Acquiring some other-wordly magic comes in handy, as well.) Cleanse their family estate, explore strange dimensions, and prepare for frequent scaring and scrying in this Unreal-powered shooter from Danger Close/Dreamworks (Medal of Honor, Trespasser). Keep the lights off for this one.


Extras: Manual, (2) Wallpapers, (5) Avatars, Family Album


Mobygames:
Clive Barker's Undying (85)

Demo:
Clive Barker's Undying

Gameplay Video:
Clive Barker's Undying
 
Time to cull the OP. Q4 2012 releases.

December:
Released 12/19/12:



A New Beginning $9.99 [$4.99 release promo - $2.49 Winter Bundle promo]


Time travel, deadly solar flares, and blue algae converge in this adventure by Daedalic Entertainment (The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav, The Whispered World) featuring a graphic-novel style and classic point-and-click gameplay.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (21) Avatars, (39) Artworks, (9) Concept Artworks


Mobygames:
A New Beginning (82)

Demo:
A New Beginning

Gameplay Video:
A New Beginning





Released 12/19/12:



Capsized $9.99 [$4.99 release promo - $2.49 Winter Bundle promo]


Enjoy this Metroidvania-type platformer from Alientrap Games (the original Nexuiz) on a strange organic world brought to life with hand-drawn artwork and a physics-based puzzles and combat. Music from Solar Fields (Mirror's Edge) keeps you floating even without your trusty Gravity Hook.


Extras: (2) Wallpapers, (6) Artworks


Mobygames:
Capsized (77)

Demo:
Capsized

Gameplay Video:
Capsized



Released 12/6/12:


Duke Nukem 1+2 $5.99


Before Pig Cop invasions and chronic bubblegum shortages, our beloved Duke was only a couple dozen pixels high and confined to two dimensions. That doesn't keep these early sidescrollers from Apogee (Crystal Caves, Rise of the Triad) from being a blast, with numerous weapons, powerups, and a healthy appetite for destruction.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Hint Sheet


Mobygames:
Duke Nukem (3.4/5)
Duke Nukem II (3.8/5)


Gameplay Video:
Duke Nukem Duke Nukem 2




Released 12/5/12:



The Book of Unwritten Tales: The Critter Chronicles $19.99 [$15.99 release promo]


Control a furry, purple...Critter (that's his name, you see) in this prequel to The Book of Unwritten Tales. Besides explaining some of the backstory and how our two protagonists met, this point-and-click from King Arts features the same oddball humor and two adventure difficulty levels.


Extras: (2) Wallpapers, (5) Avatars


Mobygames:
The Book of Unwritten Tales: The Critter Chronicles (81) [German]

Demo:
The Book of Unwritten Tales: The Critter Chronicles

Trailer:
The Book of Unwritten Tales: The Critter Chronicles






Released 12/4/12:



Eador: Genesis $5.99 [$4.79 release promo]


This turn-based strategy from Snowbird Games (the forerunner to their upcoming Eador: Masters of the Broken World) combines elements of classics such as Age of Wonders (tactical battles, hero progression/items) and Civilization (grand strategy, trade agreements) and its own non-linear gameplay and style to great effect to create an immersive and enchanting fantasy game.


Extras: Soundtrack, (3) Wallpapers, (2) Avatars


Trailer:
Eador: Genesis
November:
Released 11/29/12:



Screamer 2 $5.99


Graffiti's (MotoGP '07, Iron Assault) sequel to their classic arcade racer features improved graphics and physics while keeping the frenetic roadwork of its predecessor.


Extras: Soundtrack


Mobygames:
Screamer 2 (79)

Demo:
Screamer 2

Gameplay Video:
Screamer 2




Released 11/27/12:



Miasmata $14.99 [$13.49 release promo]


Explore the beautiful (and sometimes dangerous) island of Eden, observing its elusive fauna, collecting and experimenting with its plants and fungi, and uncovering its secrets in this beautiful first-person adventure game from sibling developers IonFX (Obulis).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Wallpaper


Trailer:
Miasmata (Lovin' those voxel clouds.)







Released 11/27/12:



Stacking $14.99 [$9.99 release promo] [includes The Lost Hobo King DLC]


Play as a tiny matryoshka doll who must stack with other dolls of varying sizes and powers in an effort to save his family in this inventive adventure-puzzler from Double Fine Productions (Psychonauts, Brütal Legend).


Extras: (2) Wallpapers, (16) Avatars


Metacritic:
Stacking (82)

Gameplay Video:
Stacking



Released 11/22/12:



The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav $19.99 [$14.99 release promo]


Play as a young bird-catcher whose task to stop a plague of harassing crows turns into a stuggle to save the world from an evil seer in this point-and-click adventure from Daedalic Entertainment (Deponia, The Whispered World) and set in the Dark Eye universe (also home to Drakensang and Realms of Arkania).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (20) Wallpapers, (10) Avatars, (10) Artworks


Mobygames:
The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav (4.1/5)

Demo:
The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav

Gameplay Video:
The Dark Eye: Chains of Satinav






Released 11/22/12:



Snapshot $9.99 [$4.99 release promo]


Help Pic the robot explore an abandoned world using his camera's ability to relocate, rotate, or remove all manner of obstacles and enemies in his path in this platformer co-designed by the co-designer of Offspring Fling and Jottobots.


Extras: Soundtrack Sample, (2) Wallpapers, Avatar, Artwork


Metacritic:
Snapshot (74)

Gameplay Video:
Snapshot





Released 11/20/12:



Imperialism $5.99


This turn-based grand strategy from Frog City Software (Tropico 2, Trade Empires) avoids the usual focus on combat (don't worry, though, there is still plenty of blood to be spilt) in favor of the struggle of industrialization and economic exploitation between great powers (each with their unique personalities) and subjugated nations.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Reference Card


Mobygames:
Imperialism (82)

Demo:
Imperialism

Gameplay Video:
Imperialism







Available for Pre-Order 11/20/12:



Primordia $9.99 [$7.99 pre-release promo]


Guide inqusitive (and be-cloaked) robot Horatio Nullbuilt on his journey through a dystopic, post-human world while searching for his ship's power core... as well as some existential answers in this point-and-click adventure from developer Wormwood Games and published by Wadjet Eye (Resonance, Gemini Rue).


Extras: Soundtrack, (4) Wallpapers, (25) Artworks, Voiceover Session Video, Reference Guide


Trailer:
Primordia






Released 11/20/12:



The Real Texas $14.99 [$8.99 release promo]


This quirky release from Kitty Lambda Games depicts Sam the rancher's holiday-gone-bizarre as he is transported from England to Strange, Texas (a locale certainly befitting its name) and features action-RPG gameplay mixed with Zelda-style puzzling.


Extras: Soundtrack, (26) Papercraft Figures, Designer's Notebook


Metacritic:
The Real Texas (81)

Gameplay Video:
The Real Texas






Released 11/15/12:




Terminal Velocity $5.99


Imagine Descent in a ship that can speed up and slow down but never stop and you've got the basic gist of the action to be had in this classic ship-based shooter from Terminal Reality (Hellbender, Fury3).


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack


Mobygames:
Terminal Velocity (74)

Gameplay Video:
Terminal Velocity




Released 11/15/12:




Shadow Warrior: Complete $5.99 [includes Twin Dragon and Wanton Destruction expansions]


Get your fill of Wang jokes and bloody ninja warfare as you help Lo Wang thwart his former employer's plans to conquer Asialand with interdimensional monsters in this Build engine classic from 3D Realms.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack


Mobygames:
Shadow Warrior (75)
Shadow Warrior: Twin Dragon (3.3/5)
Shadow Warrior: Wanton Destruction (3.9/5)

Demo:
Shadow Warrior

Gameplay Video:
Shadow Warrior
...and here's the first chapter from the Shadow Warrior book you were undoubtedly waiting breathlessly for.





Released 11/13/12:




Warlords: Battlecry II $5.99


The penultimate entry in the series spun-off of SSG's (Reach for the Stars, Carriers at War) classic turn-based Warlords series (and the last one developed by SSG) boasts the same strong, dynamic campaigns and persistant heroes as those games while focusing on the real-time gathering, building, and battling.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (3) Avatars, Map, Reference Guide


Mobygames:
Warlords: Battlecry II (78)

Demo:
Warlords: Battlecry II


Gameplay Video:
Warlords: Battlecry II





Released 11/13/12:



Costume Quest $14.99 [includes Grubbins on Ice pack]


In this spooky yet family-friendly RPG from Double Fine Productions (Psychonauts, Stacking), you'll help a trick-or-treater rescue his/her sibling and survive Halloween in a neighborhood invaded by monsters. Your party's costumes may look like simple cardboard and felt, but actually confer unique powers during combat.


Extras: (4) Wallpapers, (18) Avatars


Mobygames:
Costume Quest (3.7/5)

Gameplay Video:
Costume Quest




Released 11/8/12:



Space Colony - HD $9.99 [$7.99 release promo]


Mobygames' description of this mangement stategy title from Stronghold developer Firefly Studios as Stronghold and The Sims (but in spaaace, of course) combined is an apt one. In addition to resource management, economic concerns, and military defenses, the player must be on the lookout for colonist's happiness and Dungeon Keeper-style personality conflicts.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, (33) Avatars, (127) Artworks, Alien Horde minigame


Mobygames:
Space Colony (77) [Original]

Demo:
Space Colony


Gameplay Video:
Space Colony - HD




Released 11/6/12:



Street Fighter Alpha 2 $5.99


The legendary console series has had fewer PC releases than fans might want, but always translate well into the Windows world (just keep your gamepad handy). This entry is as good a place as any to start street fightin' (here with the additional strategic options afforded by the Alpha Counters).


Extras: Soundtrack, (24) Avatars, (41) Artworks


Mobygames:
Street Fighter Alpha 2 (3.8/5)

Gameplay Video:
Street Fighter Alpha 2



Released 11/1/12:

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Stronghold: Crusader - HD $9.99 [$7.99 release promo] [includes original Stronghold: Crusader & Extreme content]


Construct citadels and skirmish with the infidels all across the Holy Land and the Near East...in higher-resolutions than ever before. Introduce your 800x600-averse friends to this classic from Firefly Studios (Stronghold, CivCity: Rome) with the included multiplayer and map editor/scenario creator.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, Bonus Characters, Minigame


Mobygames:
Stronghold: Crusader (78) [Original]
Stronghold: Crusader - Extreme (51) [Original]

Gameplay Video:
Stronghold: Crusader




Released 11/1/12:



Stronghold - HD $5.99 [$4.79 release promo] [includes original Stronghold]


Start ranging your catapults and boiling up some hot oil. There will come a time for any aspiring castle-creator to get violent whether in a campaign, Siege That mode, or in your own sandbox in this debut of the classic series from Firefly Studios (Stronghold: Legends, Space Colony)...now in high-definition.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack, Wallpaper, Excalibur Pack, Super Castle Attack Minigame


Mobygames:
Stronghold (80) [Original]

Gameplay Video:
Stronghold
October:
Released 10/31/12:



Pid $9.99


This platform puzzler finds poor, lost Kurt using two gravity orbs for both stealth and action (as well as all manner of movement) as he tries to escape from a strange robot planet after sleeping through his stop on an intergalactic school bus.


Extras: (6) Wallpapers, (17) Avatars, (5) Artworks, (18) Concept Artworks, (4) Music of Pid Videos, Design Document


Metacritic:
Pid

Gameplay Video:
Pid






Released 10/30/12:



Defender's Quest: Valley of the Forgotten $14.99 [$9.99 release promo]


This ingenious debut from Level Up Labs is a tower defense game where your "towers" are actually specific characters among dozens of archers, warriors, mages, etc. who level up, gain skills & items, and take part in an integrated storyline.


Extras: Soundtrack, (2) Wallpapers, (2) Avatars, (2) Artworks, Character Biographies


Metacritic:
Defender's Quest: Valley of the Forgotten (9.6)

Demo:
Defender's Quest: Valley of the Forgotten

Gameplay Video:
Defender's Quest: Valley of the Forgotten




Released 10/30/12:



Dangerous Dave Pack $5.99 [includes Dangerous Dave in the Haunted Mansion, Dave Goes Nutz, and Dangerous Dave's Risky Rescue]


Blast through zombies, skeletons, and assorted meanies eight shells at a time while keeping an eye out for secret areas in these three early side-scrolling platform shooters from a series originated by id's John Romero.


Extras: Manual, Avatar


Mobygames:
Dangerous Dave in the Haunted Mansion (3.4/5)
Dave Goes Nutz (2.7/5)
Dangerous Dave's Risky Rescue (3.3/5)


Gameplay Video:
Dangerous Dave's Risky Rescue



Released 10/25/12:



Incredipede $14.99 [$11.99 release promo]


Help Quozzle the incredipede rescue her sisters by strategically growing appendages necessary to overcome the obstacles that hinder her journey. The included level editor and level-sharing capabilities ensure that the limb-sprouting action will stay fresh for some time. (Features the artwork of Thomas Shahan.)


Extras: (10) Wallpapers, (5) Avatars



Gameplay Video:
Incredipede (with developer commentary)





Released 10/25/12:



Lucius $19.99 [$17.99 release promo]


You play as a 6 year-old boy in the 1960s (born 6/6/66, of course) "gifted" with terrifying demonic powers and on a mission to kill the occupants of his lavish home in this third-person stealth/action horror game. There ya go.


Extras: Manual, (4) Wallpapers, (4) Avatars


Metacritic:
Lucius

Gameplay Video:
Lucius





Released 10/23/12:



Medal of Honor: Allied Assault - War Chest $9.99 [includes Spearhead and Breakthrough expansions]


Before Battlefield and Call of Duty, this PC debut of (developed by 2015 [Wages of SiN, Men of Valor]) of the now-classic FPS series and it's two expansions takes you from the battles of North Africa to the fall of Berlin, playing campaigns as a member of three different national armies, handling dozens of weapons, while providing perhaps the most intense WWII action PC gaming had seen.


Extras: (3) Manuals, (2) Wallpapers, (3) Avatars, (7) Artworks, (3) Strategy Guides, (8) Valor in Victory Interviews


Mobygames:
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault (90)
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault - Spearhead (74)
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault - Breakthrough (74)

Demo:
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault

Gameplay Video:
Medal of Honor: Allied Assault Medal of Honor: Allied Assault - Breakthrough




Released 10/18/12:



Puddle $9.99 [$7.99 release promo]

In this physics-based puzzler, learn some basic fluid dynamics (or just tilt the screen back and forth) in an effort to guide water (and oil, lava, etc.) through various threats to wetness across 50 levels and two difficulty modes.


Extras: Soundtrack, (5) Artworks


Metacritic:
Puddle (71) [PS3]

Gameplay Video:
Puddle [PS3]








Released 10/18/12:



Warsow $0.00


This community-developed FPS (based on a heavily-modified Quake II engine) boasts cel-shaded graphics, diverse movement controls, bot support, and a n00b-friendly pricetag.


Extras: Soundtrack


Mobygames:
Warsow (88)

Gameplay Video:
Warsow









Available for Pre-Order 10/18/12:



Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams $14.99 [$11.24 pre-release promo]

Help Giana (or rather her split-personalities "Cute" Giana and "Punk" Giana) navigate a world where the terrain, enemies, and music dynamically shift between the two dimensions of creepy nightmares and cuddly dreams in this sequel to the classic Commodore platformer.


Extras: Soundtrack Sampler (2 Tracks), Wallpaper, (8) Avatars, (18) Artworks


Gameplay Video:

Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams







Available for Pre-Order 10/18/12:



Chaos on Deponia $19.99 [$11.99/13.99 pre-release promo]


After saving his mostly-unconsious love-interest in Deponia, Rufus is faced with reuniting her now triune split-personalities while saving the titular Deponia from the impending titular chaos in this point-and-click sequel from Daedalic Studios (Edna & Harvey, A New Beginning).


Extras: Soundtrack, (12) Wallpapers, (19) Avatars, (11) Artworks


Metacritic:
Chaos on Deponia (86)

Gameplay Video:

Chaos on Deponia [German]






Released 10/18/12:



Bioforge $5.99

You awake, a cybernetically-altered amnesiac in an abandoned facility on a distant moon. Solve puzzles and defeat enemies to regain your identity and your freedom in this action-adventure thriller from Origin Systems (Crusader: No Remorse, Cybermage).


Extras: Manual, Strategy Guide, Avatar, Field Personnel File, Reference Card


Mobygames:
Bioforge (85)

Demo:
Bioforge

Gameplay Video:
Bioforge







Released 10/16/12:



Divinity II: Ego Draconis $19.99 [includes the remastered original, Flames of Vengeance expansion, all released DLC, and developer mode]


Set in Rivellon, the realm of developer Larian Studios' other Divinity Games (Divine Divinity, Beyond Divinity), players control a member of an order of dragon-slayers facing some difficult choices in dangerous times. Though an action-RPG (with the series moving from isometric to behind-the back perspectives), Divinity II makes good of branched questing, NPC interaction, and other staples of more "serious" role-playing games.


Extras: Manual, (2) Soundtracks, (2) Wallpapers, (20) Avatars, (133) Concept Artworks, (26) Renders, Map, Making-of Video, Divine Divinity Novella, Beyond Divinity Novella, (23) Design Documents, Developer's Journal, The Lady, The Mage, and The Knight Tech Demo


Mobygames:
Divinity II: Ego Draconis (72)
Divinity II: Flames of Vengeance (76)

Demo:
Divinity II: The Dragon Knight Saga

Gameplay Video:
Divinity II: The Dragon Knight Saga





Released 10/16/12:




Edna & Harvey: The Breakout / Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes $19.99 [$17.99 release promo]


In these two point-and-click adventures from German developer Daedalic Entertainment (The Whispered World, Deponia) you'll control two institutionalized young girls and help them (with the aid of a stuffed animal, Harvey the rabbit) better understand their alleged illnesses, their subconscious minds, and their destiny.


Extras: Soundtrack, (4) Wallpapers, (14) Avatars, (42) Artworks, Nadel & Faden Music Video

Mobygames:
Edna & Harvey: The Breakout (81)
Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes (88)

Gameplay Video:
Edna & Harvey: The Breakout Edna & Harvey: Harvey's New Eyes



Released 10/11/12:



Blitzkrieg II Anthology $9.99 [includes Fall of the Reich and Liberation expansions]


Nival Interactive (HoMM V, Etherlords) repeats its successful formula of WWII real-time tactics (no base-building or resource-management) with this sequel which arguably improves on its predecessor with a new 3D engine and increased unit cap.


Extras: (2) Manuals, Soundtrack, (7) Wallpaper, (5) Avatars, (15) Artworks, Walkthrough, Reference Guide


Mobygames:
Blitzkrieg 2 (79)
Blitzkrieg II: Fall of the Reich (63)
Blitzkrieg 2: Liberation (67)

Demo:
Blitzkrieg 2

Gameplay Video:
Blitzkrieg 2







Released 10/9/12:

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Retro City Rampage $14.99


If you like(ed) 8-bit graphics, bouncy chiptunes, and street upon blood-stained street of senseless violence, be sure to check out this NES-homebrew project turned PC-developed, open-world action debut from Vblank.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack Demo, Soundtrack Bonus Tracks, (4) Wallpapers, (11) Avatars, Concept Art, Doorhanger, Game Case Cover, Papercraft


Metacritic:
Retro City Rampage (74)

Gameplay Video:
Retro City Rampage





Available for Pre-Order 10/9/12:

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Hotline Miami $9.99 [$8.99 pre-release promo]


See that gamecard art up there? What's below that shot in the original is even more disturbing. Not interested, yet? This brutal, top-down action puzzler is from the same mind that brought this into the world. Curiousity piqued? Check out the live-action trailer below for slight creepiness.

Extras: (2) Wallpapers, (4) Avatars, Poster


Gameplay Video:
Hotline Miami
Trailer:
Hotline Miami


Released 10/4/12:



La Mulana $14.99 [$9.99 release promo]


Does exploring an expansive Metroidvania-type world as an Indiana Jones wannabe armed with an MSX home computer sound like your idea of fun. Even if your answer to that question is no, you'll want to give a second look to this gorgeous platformer.


Extras: Manual, Soundtrack Sampler, Wallpaper, (8) Avatars


Mobygames:
La Mulana (4.4/5)

Gameplay Video:
La Mulana






Released 10/2/12:



Spycraft: The Great Game $5.99


Activision's FMV adventure (with development aided by a former CIA director and KGB director) is probably the closest most gamers will get to intelligence and CI work. Players can experience cryptography, audio/visual analysis, and HUMINT with (of course) appropriately unsettling consequences for failure.


Extras: Manual, Reference Card


Mobygames:
Spycraft: The Great Game (75)

Gameplay Video:
Spycraft: The Great Game





Released 10/2/12:



Powerslide $5.99


Like most post-apocalyptic societies, the one envisioned by Australian developer Ratbag (Dirt Track Racing, Leadfoot) has learned to cope with a hopeless existence by modding cars and racing them on and off-road, across the accursed landscape. Doing that on PC is more fun, though.


Extras: Soundtrack


Mobygames:
Powerslide (78)

Demo:
Powerslide

Gameplay Video:
Powerslide
 
Released 3/21/13:



Syndicate Wars $5.99


In a rather dystopic near-future, use your cybernetic agents to level the opposition (and quite a few city blocks) in the quest for power and cash to upgrade your operations in this isometric, real-time tactics/grand strategy hybrid from Bullfrog (Syndicate, Dungeon Keeper).


Extras: Manual, Wallpapers, (2) Avatars, Quick-Reference Card


Mobygames:
Syndicate Wars (85)

Demo:
Syndicate Wars

Gameplay Video:
Syndicate Wars
 
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