Mad Mack: The Four Worst Kinds Of DLC
With downloadable content for major titles continuing to attract controversy, disgruntled gamer Dave ‘Mack’ McConkey takes a look at four types of DLC that he absolutely loathes – and explains why every one of them is nothing less than abhorrent. So. DLC. I know I have tackled this topic in the past, and some of you may be thinking: “Yes, we know you’re not a fan of the business tactics Dave, but what do you have to say... Read More
Opinion: Eight Greatest DLCs Of This Gaming Generation
The widespread use of DLC may be one of this generation’s most controversial developments, but there’s no doubt we’ve seen some genuinely brilliant add-ons and expansions released in recent times. Mark Butler takes a look at eight DLCs he considers to be the very best. In recent years downloadable content has become synonymous with cash-grabbing, penny-pinching cynicism in the eyes of many gamers – with Day One extras, cut-content... Read More
Mad Mack: Three Terrible Things About Gaming In 2012
There have been some truly great goings-on in video games this year – but there have also been plenty of loathsome trends and developments too. Armed with his usual blend of dark humour and very strong language, disgruntled gamer Dave ‘Mack’ McConkey takes furious aim at the things that have riled him the most. So here we are. The end of yet another year. And what a year it has been, full of wonder and innovation, with gaming seemingly going... Read More
Opinion: Lack Of Creativity Is Killing The Games Industry
With the current gaming landscape dominated by sequels, prequels and reboots, Jacques Voller argues that repeated recycling of the same-old ideas and mechanics will be the death of gaming. There’s a common theme that comes up whenever people discuss what exactly is killing the games industry – and that is the over-abundance of DLC, and the reliance of developers and publishers on it to keep their revenues afloat. However, one issue that’s... Read More
Game News: Amazing Deals On Bethesda DLC Available Now On Xbox Live
Acclaimed add-ons for Bethesda classics Oblivion and Fallout 3 have become available at bargain bin prices on Xbox Live. From today until July 16th, the Oblivion expansion Shivering Isles is just 1200 MS Points, but even cheaper is the game’s other DLC Knights of the Nine and every single one of Fallout 3′s add-ons – The Pit, Operation Anchorage, Broken Steel, Point Lookout and Mothership Zeta – which are all available at... Read More
Mad Mack: Is DLC Greed Bleeding Us Dry?
Hate Day One DLC, premium passes and bonus kits? You’ve come to the right place. Armed with his usual brand of dark humour and very strong language, Dave ‘Mack’ McConkey takes aim at money-grabbing gaming giants - and their shameless attempts to squeeze more and more from a cash-strapped public. DLC. What are we going to do about it? On the one hand (the hand you masturbate with), it is a way for developers to extend the life... Read More
Gaming News: Massive Deals On Gears Of War 3 DLC Next Week
Xbox Live has announced huge discounts on existing Gears Of War 3 DLC for the week between February 28th and March 5th. RAAM’s Shadow: Pack 2 will be available for 800 MS points (33% off), the Horde Command Pack will be priced at 560 points (30% off) and the Weapon Skin Launch Collection will be half-price at 1800 points. Further deals include Haze Set and Thunderstorm Animated Set weapon skin bundles at 160 points apiece (a discount of 33%... Read More
Opinion: The State Of DLC
Looking ahead to upcoming blockbuster Batman: Arkham City, and back at classics such as Half-Life 2, Jacques Voller explores the current issues surrounding downloadable content in gaming – and asks whether the demanding nature of consumers is largely responsible for its boom. Ask any gamer you know about DLC and they’ll give you their own two cents about how it’s destroying the games industry, or how developers charge way to much... Read More
