Resident Evil 7 is one of the biggest surprises of 2017 currently. Returning to the horrific roots of the original Resident Evil games on the PlayStation One, it blends iconic Resident Evil charm with modern elements scene in recent horror titles. The end result is a game many are greatly enjoying and sales indicate it was a powerful success for Capcom.

Capcom Co., Ltd. (Capcom) today announced that worldwide shipments of RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard (RESIDENT EVIL 7), the latest installment in the Resident Evil franchise, for PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Windows PC have surpassed three million units.

It’s wonderful to see such a quality horror games sell and considering how RE7 is one of the few major releases to fully support PlayStation VR, the title is a benchmark game for not only horror but VR experiences on consoles. Resident Evil 7 is out now on the PS4, Xbox One, and PC with plans for free & paid DLC releasing in the near future.
Source: NeoGaf via Capcom Blog Post

The idea of playing shooters using mouse & keyboard vs. console controller is a battle that many have over the years. On PC you have the option to use one over the other but consoles normally only support controllers and NOT PC’s Keyboard & Mouse. That has changed a bit in recent years through unofficial means of using Mouse and Keyboard in console games, one being Overwatch. People have been coming out voicing anger over this, feeling keyboard & mouse users have the advantage.

Since last weekend, Overwatch console players have flooded forums with denunciations of so-called “cheaters” who play with a mouse and keyboard set-up. That way, they’ll nail the headshots and swift movements that console players must work hard to master. Players stuck with the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 controllers call mouse and keyboard conversion devices an unfair advantage. But gamers with disabilities call it a crucial tool.
On Battle.net, Overwatch game director Jeff Kaplan posted an unusually terse message rejecting the use of mouse and keyboard on console. He called for a full stop on Xbox and PlayStation’s recognition of input conversion devices or, equivocating, open and easy support for all console players choosing mouse and keyboard. A vocal majority of Overwatch fans rallied behind him. But, for America’s several million gamers with disabilities, the input conversion technology that allows for mouse and keyboard console play is what makes their favorite games accessible. Steve Spohn, CEO of AbleGamers, told me that a block on these devices would prove “disastrous for gamers with disabilities.” He added that “Such a system-wide ban would not only eliminate mouse and keyboard, it would also block out almost all of the assistive technologies we give to people with disabilities to be able to play on consoles.”

You can read the full article from Kotaku by clicking the following link and I highly recommend doing so; it’s an interesting story that covers a topic still ongoing today. 

Sumo Digital is making a charming little game called Snake Pass for the PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC in the near future but one thing you might have noticed in trailer for the game was the musical score. Being filled with upbeat tracks and iconic sounds, it felt similar to rare work from the past. That is the case because the composer for Snake Pass is none other then talented Donkey Kong Country composer David Wise!

Independent developer Sumo Digital, the studio behind AAA blockbusters Sonic & All-Stars Racing: Transformed, LittleBigPlanet 3 and the in-development Crackdown 3, today announced that veteran audio legend David Wise is composing the soundtrack for its’ upcoming slithery physics platformer, Snake Pass. Scheduled to launch later this Spring on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC, Snake Pass is a retro-inspired collectathon platformer, where players slither, curl and climb their way through increasingly challenging worlds filled with intricate obstacles and fiendishly mind-bending challenges.
“Snake Pass is inspired by the classic Rare collectathon platformers of the N64 era, so getting David on board for the soundtrack was imperative to complete our vision”, said Seb Liese, Creator of Snake Pass. “His sunny, tropical compositions blend perfectly with the slithery gameplay. He’s truly a composer of rare talent indeed…”
To whet your appetite, wrap your ears around some snippets of David’s tracks now:
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“Once I played the game and saw the captivating world Sumo created, it set my mind on fire. I immediately began composing melodies, then worked with the team to develop these and nail down the feel of the soundtrack,” said David Wise. “We’ve ended up with something that not only pays tribute to the game’s classic inspirations, but also brings something new to the table, just as the game’s mechanics do!”
When a mysterious intruder threatens the tranquility of their home, it’s up to Noodle the Snake and Doodle the Hummingbird to embark on a daring journey to save the day. Controlling this dynamic duo, players must become one with the snake as they slither, curl and climb their way through 15 levels across 4 increasingly challenging themed worlds. Snake Pass is a unique take on the platforming genre that is intuitive and fun to learn, but will gradually test your snake charming skills to the limit!

The sample tracks sound wonderful and easily fit the exploration/platforming style the game is aiming for. We will be learning more about Snake Pass as we get closer to it’s release.
Source: NeoGaf