Video Games

CBS’s “The Talk” host Aisha Tyler was back again this year to MC Ubisoft’s E3 2015 press conference, and what a show it was! Ubisoft always brings something new for gamers each E3, and this year was no exception. From brand new IPs, to the latest entry in your favourite Ubisoft franchises, this press conference had it all. Let’s look at the games! 

At E3 2015, Square Enix hosted there first conference in many years, and it was obvious why they have such a large presence this year: so many great games! What impressed me the most is how Square Enix is diversifying their games line-up, which ranges from open world, to stealth, the third-person action, to classic JRPGs. They presented games for everyone, and many of their biggest titles are launching this fall! Let’s take a look at what they showed us.  

With the E3 2015 show floor now open, I made a bee line over to the Nintendo booth to gets some hands-on time with their hottest upcoming releases for Wii U and Nintendo 3DS. I had a chance to check out many games shown on Nintendo’s online streamed Digital Event, including Mario Maker, Yoshi’s Woolly World, Star Fox Zero, and more. Let’s take a look!

One thing was clear from watching Sony’s PlayStation E3 2015 Press Conference: they have games for everyone on the horizon. From action titles like Uncharted 4, to fighting games like Street Fighter V, to the incredible announcement that the most universally acclaimed role-playing game of all time—Final Fantasy VII—are all coming to PlayStation! 

At Microsoft’s Xbox E3 2015 keynote address, the company unveiled what they described as the “Greatest Holiday Games Lineup in Xbox History”. With games like Halo 5, Forza Motorsport 6, Rise of the Tomb Raider, and Gears of War: Ultimate Edition all coming this fall I can’t help but agree–this is going to be the best holiday ever for Xbox fans!

Earlier today during their E3 press conference, Microsoft announced plans for Xbox 360 backwards compatibility on the Xbox One. Starting with a 21 game pilot program, you’ll have the opportunity to play titles on a virtual software version of the 360 and earn achievements, play online and more! Find out more about Microsoft’s plans for this backwards compatibility by reading on.

Last night Bethesda brought their A game, or should I say games, to the Dolby Theatre in north Hollywood, officially kicking off the E3 2015 press conferences. What a show it was, delivering exciting updates on hugely anticipated games like Fallout 4 and The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited, as well as confirming releases for DOOM and Dishonored 2!

Nintendo kicked off E3 2015 in a huge way yesterday with the first Nintendo World Championships in 25 years! The event saw sixteen competitors do battle in eight Nintendo video games—including modern hits, nostalgic classics, and even a new game reveal!

The world of VR is about to explode; leading the charge is the world’s largest social media company, Facebook, and their newest acquisition in the space: Oculus VR. Last week Oculus unveiled their plans to unleash their consumer VR Headset, the Oculus Rift. But that’s not all! Along with this announcement came a handful of others… which you’ll need to read on to find out about.

This September, get ready for next Skylanders adventure, one that will take to you across land, sea, and sky! In Skylanders SuperChargers, you’ll be introduced to vehicles―a first for the series―letting you speed down roads, plunge through rapids, or do barrel rolls in the air. Time to experience your favourite franchise in a whole new way!