Vanquish
News, coverage and analysis tracking Vanquish across the outlets.
There are dozens of us! The best third-person shooter of all time sees HUGE* player spike on Steam after Capcom's…Despite a modest player count increase on Steam, the article humorously analyzes the reasons behind the recent spike in players for the 2017 PC port of PlatinumGames' third-person shooter Vanquish. While the author speculates a connection to the upcoming game Pragmata, the data suggests the increase is more in line with historical sales and discounts, though the game's unique mechanics are highlighted as reasons for its enduring appeal.
Gamer Discovers Vanquish: Why This Hidden Gem Still RocksA Reddit user's accidental discovery of PlatinumGames' 2010 sci-fi shooter Vanquish highlights why the game remains a hidden gem. Its unique sliding mechanic and fast-paced combat offer a risk-reward loop that still holds up today. Despite launching alongside major titles and not fitting neatly into genre categories, Vanquish's tight design and recent PC and console re-releases allow it to find new audiences.
Pragmata Review - Fly me to the moonPragmata is a sci-fi action adventure set on the moon, featuring protagonist Hugh Williams and his AI companion Diana. Despite a lackluster story, the game excels with its moody atmosphere, engaging combat that incorporates hacking, and a strong bond between the characters. The title offers robust side content and post-game activities, making it a worthy, albeit familiar, experience from Capcom.
Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami partners with Stellar Blade devs Shift Up to make "smaller, experimental titles alongside a large-scale flagship"Resident Evil director Shinji Mikami has partnered with Korean studio Shift Up, the developers of Stellar Blade. Mikami's new company, Unbound, will focus on developing smaller, experimental titles alongside a large-scale flagship game. Shift Up has acquired Unbound, and Mikami expressed a sense of synergy with Shift Up's CEO, Hyung-Tae Kim.
Stellar Blade developer SHIFT UP partners with Shinji Mikami’s new studio to release a new creative character action gameSouth Korean developer SHIFT UP, known for Stellar Blade, has partnered with Shinji Mikami's new studio, UNBOUND Inc., to publish new character action games. SHIFT UP founder Hyung Tae Kim expressed his admiration for Mikami's work and stated the partnership aims to support original IPs and foster creative exploration. While the new game is in early development, concept art has been revealed.
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Pragmata checks off a crucial element of Japanese sci-fi with giant robot kaiju boss battlesCapcom's upcoming action game Pragmata, delayed to 2026, showcases impressive giant robot kaiju boss battles and a unique sci-fi aesthetic. A hands-on demo revealed elements reminiscent of Vanquish, with large-scale combat and a compelling narrative featuring an astronaut and an android.