PC Powerplay - September 2011

PC Powerplay - September 2011



PC Powerplay - September 2011
English | PDF | 100 pages | 45MB

PC PowerPlay is offering a mix of games and hardware coverage, the magazine gives a complete picture for the PC entertainment enthusiast. Breaking news of new games, detailing reviews of upcoming games, and helping readers make sense of the array of hardware and tech products that hit the market each month.

Stealth gaming’s smarter, sharper, balder half is back in Hitman: Absolution! We chat with developer IO Interactive about how they’re bringing Agent 47 into the modern age. Has it sacrificed its hardcore puzzle edge for action? Our considered impressions, inside!

From suit and tie to figure-hugging batsuit, we then bring you the latest on Batman: Arkham City, direct from Rocksteady Studios. Let them take you deep into Batman’s psyche!

We’re also treated to a telling interview with the developers of Metro: Last Light. How will the sequel to Metro 2033 handle its newfound fame? Will it maintain that hardcore edge? Is being niche a bad thing? These questions, answered!

Reviews bring us the definitive verdicts on FEAR 3, Terraria, Avadon, and a dearth of obscure strategy games that can only be described as contemporary!

Tech brings you the latest on AMD’s new concept hardware: The AMD Llano, and AMD Zambezi. Find out how the new Bobcat performs, and get a sneak peak of the new Bulldozer hardware! Plus, Part 2 of our in-depth Water-cooling tutorial – all the steps you need to complete your water-cooling loop!

On the disc is a collection of FOUR demos for the BBC’s Doctor Who adventure game – TellTale’s got competition! Plus, new co-op maps for Portal 2, and a massive collection of hi-def trailers.

Want more from your mag? How about the latest on ARMA III, Carrier Command, Far Cry 3, Mass Effect 3, BioShock Infinite, Battlefield 3, Aliens: Colonial Marines and Trackmania 2? Plus – a flashback to the open-world skiing RPG, Midwinter.