Friday, August 31, 2012

2K And Gearbox Have Released A New Borderlands 2 Video Introducing The World And Game

2K And Gearbox have released a new video for Borderlands 2. this video, narrated by Sir Hammerlock, introduces the Borderlands 2 world and talks about the changes that have happened since the first game. the video also introduces the game, talking about the different character classes and showing them in action. Weapons, Relics and enemies are also discussed in this video.


Microsoft Announce Kinect Sports Ultimate Collection, Comes With Both Kinect Sports And DLC

Microsoft have announced Kinect Sports Ultimate Collection. this collection will come with both Kinect Sports and Kinect Sports Season Two as well as DLC for Basketball, Golf and Skiing. The Kinect Sports Ultimate Collection is set to come out on 21st September 2012.

Ubisoft Have Released A New ZombiU Gameplay Video Showing Buckingham Palace Action

Ubisoft have released a new gameplay video for ZombiU. this video takes place in Buckingham Palace and shows your main character making their way through the building, finding secret passages and using the GamePad.


Gearbox Announce Borderlands 2 Will Get 4 Add-on Campaigns As DLC For $9.99, There Will Be A Season Pass


Gearbox and 2K have announced Borderlands 2 will be getting at least 4 add-on campaigns as DLC. each one will feature several hours of gameplay, introduce new adventures, allies and environments. they will each retail for $9.99/800 MS Points on PS3, PC and Xbox 360. there will be the option to purchase a Season Pass for Borderlands 2 which will grant access to each of these 4 add-ons as they become available which will cost $29.99 on PS3 and PC or 2400MS Points. all 4 add-ons will be released by June 2013.

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SuperBot Entertainment Announce Raiden Is A Fighter In Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale



SuperBot Entertainment have revealed a new fighter in Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale. Raiden from the Metal Gear Solid series joins the cast. Raiden is a close ranged fighter that can perform combos and juggles.



Source: EU Playstation Blog

Capcom Announce Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney HD Trilogy For The iPhone And iPad, Out This Fall


Capcom have announced Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney HD Trilogy for the iPhone and iPad. coming this Fall, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney HD Trilogy comes with Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, Justice For All, and Trials and Tribulation.all 3 games will let gamers choose to play them how they looked on the DS or in HD. the Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney HD Trilogy also comes with Everybody Object where you can send courtroom exclamations out to friends over Email or Twitter. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney HD Trilogy comes with the first two episodes for free, players can then purchase additional content.

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Source: Capcom Unity

Born Ready Have Released A New PAX Trailer For Strike Suit Zero

Born Ready Games have released a new trailer for Strike Suit Zero. this PAX trailer shows in-game action from a early build of the game, it shows transforming gameplay, shooting, and combat.

Nintendo Announce Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask Comes To The UK On 26th October



Nintendo and Level 5 have announced Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask comes out on the 3DS in the UK on 26th October. Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask has 150 new brainteasers and minigames. there is also a daily puzzle that can be downloaded from the Nintendo Network. Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask is the fifth in the series and is set some time after Professor Layton and the Spectre's Call.

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Source: Nintendo UK

Thursday, August 30, 2012

Atari Reveal Atari Arcade, Classic Atari Games Reimagined In HTML 5 With Facebook And Twitter Integration

Atari have revealed Atari Arcade, a browser based portal featuring HTML 5 reimagined Classic Atari games. these games have fresh graphics as well as integration with Facebook and Twitter. Atari Arcade will work with all HTML 5 browsers, but the Internet Explorer version will be ad-free. Atari Arcade will feature games including Asteroids, Pong, Lunar Lander, Missile Command and Centipede, with Super Breakout and Combat with new features so you can go head-to-head in real time and leaderboards.



The framework from which Atari Arcade has been built on means other developers can use their Create.js tools to bring cross browser, cross device HMTL 5 gaming and media experiences to their games.

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Gearbox Have Released A New Borderlands 2 Video Showing The Game Running On A PC With Max GeForce GTX

Gearbox have released a new video for Borderlands 2. this video shows action from the PC version of the game. the video shows the game running using GeForce GTX Graphics with all the settings on max. the video shows comparisons to highlight differences between a system running with/without GeForce GTX.



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Ubisoft Have Released A New Video For Far Cry 3 Showing The Rook Islands Where The Game Takes Place

Ubisoft have released a new video for Far Cry 3. this video is narrated by an EX-CIA operative called Agent Huntley. the video is a guide to the Rook Islands, where the game takes place. the video shows in-game action of several locations, highlighting the mix of ancient ruins and modern settings.


Ubisoft Have Released Episode 2 Of Their Behind The Scenes Look At Assassin's Creed III

Ubisoft have released a new behind the scenes look at Assassin's Creed III. this is episode 2 and this video focuses on Combat, Weapons and Tactics. the video features members of the dev team talking about how they wanted to bring the brutality of war to the game and some of the challenges in doing so. the video shows in-game action of people using different weapons as well as offering information about the weapons of the day.


I-Friqiya Have Released The Debut Trailer For Fuel Overdose, A Tactical Action Racing Game For PS3 And PC

I-Friqiya have released the debut trailer for their upcoming PC and PS3 PSN game, Fuel Overdose. the game has been in development for 2 years and it is a top-down/isometric racing game that I-Friqiya says has Action, Tactical and Racing. the trailer released focuses on the racing aspect, showing some of the different locations and terrains the courses are set in. the video shows in-game action of cars racing and shooting each other with weapons like hooks and guns. in terms of racing, the game lets drivers improve by skidding, drifting and spinning.



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People Can Fly Have Released 2 New Gameplay Videos For Gears Of War: Judgement

People Can Fly have released 2 new gameplay videos for their upcoming Gears Of War game Gears Of War: Judgement. these show action from online multiplayer and the first video shows in-game action from a Library. the video shows there are hidden rooms to discover and plenty of vantage points. the second video shows action from a moving gondola level where height plays a big role.


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11 bit studios Have Released A Launch Trailer For Anomaly Warzone Earth On PS3

11 bit studios have released a launch trailer for the EU release of Anomaly Warzone Earth on the PS3 PSN. the USA release is set for 11th September. Anomaly Warzone Earth is a mix of action, strategy and tower defense in reverse. you have to save earth from an alien onslaught, choosing strategic routes to deploy troops.



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Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Nintendo Have Detailed Thier PAX Prime Line-Up, Includes Wii U And 3DS Games And A World Record Attempt

Nintendo have revealed their PAX Prime Line-up. as well as games, Nintendo will have game themed areas, multiplayer tournaments and a world record attempt. there are game areas for Pokemon, Kirby, Paper Mario And Kid Icarus. 

On 31st August, 6.30pm, a live Kid Icarus: Uprising multiplayer tournament will take place in the Washington State Convention Center. first, second and third place winners will receive a Core set of Kid Icarus: Uprising AR Cards, consisting of 400 AR Cards, as well as prepaid cards. Participants will receive Kid Icarus: Uprising series 2 AR Card Packs whilst supplies last.

On September 1st, a world record attempt will be made at the Washington State Convention Center. the aim is to break the record for the most people blowing a chewing gum simultaneously. this is being done to celebrate Kirby's 20th Anniversary.

The List of games Nintendo has at the show:
Wii U
• ZombiU (Ubisoft)
• Pikmin 3
• New Super Mario Bros. U
• Project P-100 (working title)
• Ninja Gaiden 3: Razor's Edge
• Nintendo Land™
• Scribblenauts Unlimited (Warner Bros. Interactive)
• Trine 2: Director's Cut (Frozenbyte)

Nintendo 3DS
• Paper Mario: Sticker Star
• Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask
• Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon
• Adventure Time: Hey Ice King! Why'd You Steal Our Garbage?! (D3Publisher)
• Disney Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion (Disney Interactive)
• Skylanders Giants (Activision Publishing)
• New Super Mario Bros. 2
• Mario Kart 7
• Kid Icarus: Uprising

Nintendo eShop for Nintendo 3DS
• Fluidity: Spin Cycle
• Pokédex 3D Pro
• Pushmo
• 3D Classics: Kirby's Adventure

Nintendo DS
• Pokémon Conquest

Wii
• Kirby's Dream Collection: Special Edition 

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Microsoft Have Detailed Their PAX Prime Line-Up, Feautres Halo 4, Forza Horizon And Panels

Microsoft have detailed their PAX Prime line-up. this includes the games:

  • Halo 4
  • Forza Horizon
  • Gears Of War: Judgement
  • Fable: The Journey
  • State Of Decay
  • Happy Wars
  • Crash Course 2
  • Avatar Motocross Madness
  • Resident Evil 6
  • Tomb Raider
  • FIFA Soccer 13

There is also this years Dream.Build.Play challenge. this year there are over 350 entries of games for the 360 and Windows Phone.

There are also 2 Panels this year. the Halo 4 Team from 343 Industries will be discussing Halo 4. this Panel takes place at the Pegasus Theatre on Saturday, 5.30pm - 6.30pm. also on Saturday is Major Nelson Radio: Live!. from 1.30-2.30 you can watch the show live.

Source: Major Nelson

Sony Have Announced Evil Cole Is A Fighter In Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale, Beta Starts 11th September


SuperBot Entertainment have announced Evil Cole is a fighter in Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale. Evil Cole fights different to the normal Cole. he is more ruthless with his Electrokinesis and Pryokinesis attacks



SuperBot has also revealed the Beta dates for Playstation All-Stars Battle Royale. the beta will be across both the PS3 and PS Vita and will run from 11th September to 18th September. to register your interest, head to the PSN Beta site.

Source: EU Playstation Blog Pages 1 and 2

Sony Announce Sports Champions 2 Comes Out Across The UK And PAL Countries On 31st Ocotober

Sony have revealed the UK and PAL release dates for Sports Champions 2. the game is set to come out on 31st October.

Source: EU Playstation Blog

Zero Punctuation - Sleeping Dogs

This Week Yahtzee tackles Sleeping Dogs. will this Grand Theft Auto "Clone" have enough unique story, setting and mechanics to set it apart from the rest or is it just a game to play until Grand Theft Auto 5 comes out?

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

EA And Criterion Have Released A New Gameplay Video For Need For Speed: Most Wanted Showing Cars And Races

EA And Criterion have released a new gameplay video for Need For Speed: Most Wanted. in the game all the cars are unlocked and the video shows how you can change your vehicle by just finding another. the video also shows how challenges appear in the game, providing information at junctions and letting you choose whether to do the race and beat your friends times.


Bethesda Announce Hearthfire DLC For Skyrim Comes To Xbox 360 On 4th September For 400 MS Points

Bethesda have revealed the Xbox 360 release date for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim DLC Hearthfire. the Hearthfire DLC lets you purchase land and build your own home. you can move in your wife and even adopt children. your house isn't totally safe from Giants. the Hearthfire DLC will cost 400 MS Points when it comes out 4th September.



SourceBethesda Blog

GAME Announce All Of Their Stores Are Participating In The UK Keldeo Event


GAME have announced that all their GAME Stores will be participating in the upcoming UK Keldeo event for Pokémon Black and Pokémon White. this event lets players download Keldeo into their game, and Keldeo can then be later uploaded into Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2. The Keldeo Event starts on 1st September

Source: GAME Twitter

D3Publisher Announce Adventure Time: Hey Ice King! Why’d You Steal Our Garbage?!! Collector’s Edition

D3Publisher have revealed there is a Collectors Edition for Adventure Time: Hey Ice King! Why’d You Steal Our Garbage?!! Collector’s Edition. this Collectors edition is announced for the USA and is set to cost $39.95 when it comes out this fall. the collectors edition comes with:
  • Custom design of the Enchiridion on a premium SteelBook case
  • Limited edition replica stylus of Finn’s Gold Sword
  • Exclusive bestiary guide book
  • Bonus poster map of the Land of Ooo
  • Full version of Adventure Time: Hey Ice King! Why’d you steal our garbage?!! video game

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Square Enix Announce The World Ends with You: Solo Remix For The iPhone And iPad, Out Now From £12.99 / €14.49



Square Enix have announced they have brought the DS RPG The World Ends With You to the iPhone and iPad as The World Ends with You: Solo Remix. this new version of the game costs   £12.99 / €14.49 on the iPhone and  £13.99 / €15.99 on the iPad. The World Ends with You: Solo Remix has the following features:

Story
A boy named Neku wakes up in a crowded intersection of Shibuya in the heart of Tokyo--alone and unaware of how he got there. Then, he receives a text message: “Clear this mission...or face erasure.” With that, Neku is thrust into a life-or-death game that sends him scrambling down streets paved with one riddle after another.

Enjoy quick, satisfying and intuitive battles
Activate combat abilities, or “psychs,” with simple touch commands like tapping, slashing, and dragging. Control Neku and his partner on the same screen and take the combat up a notch, and boost item drops in battle with the revamped Fusion system.

Wireless arcade action with friends
Use the pins equipped in the main story to play Tin Pin Slammer. Take on other players with iPhones or iPads and copies of The World Ends with You, and be the first to knock opponents’ pins off the table.

Redrawn art and Retina display support
Enjoy the game in full HD on Retina-enabled iPad or iPhone 4 or later devices. Art and animation across the game has been redrawn for this release, making combat a beautiful experience.

The ultimate soundtrack: 60 songs
Composer Takeharu Ishimoto’s complete soundtrack is included in the game with high-quality audio and full vocals, including remixes and new songs.

Tweets amid the hustle and bustle
The world doesn’t end with Shibuya. Tap into the Internet and populate the minds of in-game streetgoers with tweets.

Profile sharing
Exchange profiles with other players, and their avatars will appear in the streets of Shibuya! If friends have Twitter accounts, their avatar will think their latest tweet, and players can receive free items for every trade!

Deep replay value
Finish the main story to unlock a bonus chapter, more quests and items to find, new combat challenges, and secret reports that further flesh out the story.

Explore a living, breathing city
Neku’s sprawling world is based on the real-life Shibuya in Tokyo. Visit real locations and absorb some real Japanese culture through a hip fantasy lens.

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Halfbrick Announce 8-Bit Cartridge DLC For Fruit Ninja Kinect, Coming 31st August For 160 MS Points

Halfbrick have announced new DLC for Fruit Ninja Kinect. the 8-Bit Cartridge DLC is set to come out on 31st August for 160 MS Points, or you can get a free code for the DLC by visiting the Halfbrick booth at PAX Prime. Fruit Ninja Kinect has been downloaded over 1.5 Million times since it was released and this DLC brings 8-Bit style graphics, chiptune music, a new Game Man Shadow and a new weapon the Pixel Love Blade.


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UK Game Charts; Sleeping Dogs, Darksiders II, New Super Mario Bros. 2, London 2012, Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron

Sleeping Dogs holds onto the number 1 spot with new entries Darksiders II and Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron coming in at 2 and 5 respectively.

1 - Sleeping Dogs
2 - Darksiders II
3 - New Super Mario Bros. 2
4 - London 2012: The Official Video Game
5 - Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron
6 - LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes
7 - Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Future Soldier
8 - Mario & Sonic London 2012 Olympic Games
9 - Batman: Arkham City
10 - LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7
11 - The Amazing Spider-Man
12 - FIFA 12
13 - Battlefield 3
14 - Dead Island: Game Of The Year Edition
15 - The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
16 - Call Of Duty: Black Ops
17 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
18 - Saints Row: The Third
19 - Mario Kart 7
20 - Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure

Charts Supplied By 3. UKIE Games Charts©, compiled by GfK Chart-Track

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PS Vita Firmware Update 1.80 Is Out Now, Sony Release A Walkthrough Of The Update And Detail The 100 PSone Classics

Playstation Vita Firmware Update 1.80 is out now. Sony have released this video showing the new features in action, but there are other small changes to be found like the new NEAR wallpaper. Sony have detailed the first 100 PSone Classics that will be compatible with the PS Vita. these games will be released when the PSN Store is updated so the USA get them today and the EU get the games tomorrow.



Source: EU Playstation Blog

List Of 100 Games

Monday, August 27, 2012

MonkeyPaw Games Announce 5 Of Their PSone Classics Will Be Playable On The PS Vita Tomorrow

Tomorrow the PS Vita gets Firmware update 1.80. this update adds PSone Classic support to the Vita. Sony hasn't revealed the full list of games compatible with the PS Vita, as these will have greater functionality than those previously released on the PSP And PS3. MonkeyPaw Games have 5 of their games will be playable on the PS Vita from tomorrows 1.80 update, these are:

  • Alundra
  • Vanguard Bandits
  • Arc the Lad
  • Arc the Lad II
  • Tomba!

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Friday, August 24, 2012

Square Enix Announce Final Fantasy Dimensions Comes To iOS And Android On 31st August, Prologue Is Free

Square Enix have announced Final Fantasy Dimensions is set to come out on Both Android and iOS on 31st August. the prologue is free for everyone. then you can buy the first chapter for $2.99 / £1.99 / €2.39, chapters 2-4 for $9.99 / £6.99 / €7.99 each, or the entire collection of chapters for $28.99 / £19.99 / €22.99.

Final Fantasy Dimensions was originally released in Japan around 2 years ago and it has a similar look to Final Fantasy IV: The After Years with a job system similar to Final Fantasy V.

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Source: Square Blog

Atlus Reveal The Persona 4 Golden: Solid Gold Premium Edition, Only 10,000 Units And $69.99



Atlus have revealed the Solid Gold Premium Edition version of Persona 4. this edition is limited to only 10,000 units and is only hitting the USA. for $69.99, the Solid Gold Premium Edition includes:
  • The game: One of the best RPGs of all time is bigger and better than ever before, enhanced to take full advantage of the power of Vita.
  • Hori® Hard Pouch:  Sturdily crafted and stylishly customized, this case has a flap for storing PS Vita cards that also guards the screen.
  • Hori® Face Cover:  Offers lightweight yet effective protection without blocking any major ports, meaning you don't have to take it off to play!
  • Protective Skin:  Adorns your PS Vita with the stylish, vibrant aesthetics of Persona 4 Golden and also includes 8 matching character wallpapers. This same skin is being offered in limited quantities as a bonus for fans who pre-order P4G at participating retailers.
  • Stickers:  Featuring some of the popular stars of  Persona 4, these stickers can be used to decorate anything you can think of!

Solid Gold Premium Edition Artwork


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Square Enix Have Released A New Japanese Trailer For Final Fantasy III On The PSP

Square Enix have released a new trailer for the PSP Version of Final Fantasy III. this video is in Japanese but it does show in-game action. cinematics are shown as are in-game features like the ability to change jobs and the ability to choose to play the game with the new soundtrack or it's original. Final Fantasy III comes to the PSP in Japan on 20th September.

Tecmo Koei Have Released A New Trailer And 2 New Gameplay Videos For Dead Or Alive 5

Tecmo Koei have released a new trailer and 2 new gameplay videos for Dead Or Alive 5. the trailer reveals some back story as to the end of Dead Or Alive 4 before moving onto this new Game. the video shows several characters in the game. the next video is a gameplay video showing Brad Wong Vs Eliot and the last video is Helena Vs Lisa.





Double Fine Announce Psychonauts Comes To The USA PSN As A PS2 Classic On 28th August


Double Fine have announced Psychonauts is coming to the USA on PS3. on 28th August, the game will be released on the PSN as a PS2 Classic. No Price was revealed and no EU Release date was announced.

Source: USA Playstation Blog

Ubisoft Have Released The First Behind The Scenes Look At ZombiU

Ubisoft have released the first behind the scenes look at ZombiU on the Wii U. this video focuses on Horror on Wii U, talking a bit about the story and the horror experience they want to show. new features are mentioned, like when you die you can start with a new character and try and kill the zombie you and reclaim your back pack. the video shows how you use the Wii U GamePad and how it affects gameplay, an example show how you can try to pick locks on the GamePad whilst watching the world around you on the big screen.


Thursday, August 23, 2012

Bethesda Have Released A New Stealth Gameplay Video For Dishonored And Revealed PC Specs

Bethesda have released a new gameplay video for Dishonored. this video shows how to use stealth in the game to defeat your enemies. the video uses in-game action to offer some tips on how to the techniques and combine them.


 
Bethesda have also revealed the PC Specs for the game:

Minimum Spec:
OS: Windows Vista / Windows 7
Processor: 3.0 GHz dual core or better
Memory: 4 GB system RAM
Hard Disk Space: 9 GB
Video Card: DirectX 9 compatible with 512 MB video RAM or better (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 / ATI Radeon HD 5850)
Sound: Windows compatible sound card
Enhanced for:
64-bit
multi-core

Recommended Spec:
OS: Windows Vista / Windows 7
Processor: 2.4 GHz quad core or better
Memory: 4 GB system RAM
Hard Disk Space: 9 GB
Video Card: DirectX 9 compatible with 768 MB video RAM or better (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 / ATI Radeon HD 5850)
Sound: Windows compatible sound card

Source: Bethesda Blog Pages 1 and 2

Sumthing Else Music Works Announce They Are Bringing The Borderlands 2 Soundtrack Out On 18th September


Sumthing Else Music Works have announced they are bringing out the soundtrack to 2K's and Gearbox's Borderlands 2. the soundtrack is set to come out on 18th September at retail and digitally. the soundtrack has been scored by composers Jesper Kyd, Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan, with additional music from Gearbox's Raison Varner.

Track Listing: 

1. Ascent (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)
2. Ash (Jesper Kyd)
3. Caverns (Jesper Kyd)
4. Glacial (Jesper Kyd)
5. Crater Lake (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)
6. Dam Interior (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)
7. Dam Top (Jesper Kyd)
8. Fyrestone (Jesper Kyd)
9. Hyperion (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)
10. Ice (Jesper Kyd)
11. Interlude Combat (Jesper Kyd)
12. Interlude Ambient (Jesper Kyd)
13. Lynchwood (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)
14. Lynchwood Sheriff Combat (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)
15. Main Menu (Jesper Kyd)
16. Jack Final Boss (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)
17. Pandora Park (Jesper Kyd)
18. Sanctuary (Jesper Kyd)
19. Bandit Slaughter (Raison Varner)
20. The Fridge (Jesper Kyd)
21. Tundra Express (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)
22. Warrior Boss (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)
23. Vog Fight (Cris Velasco and Sascha Dikiciyan)

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Feral Interactive Announce Empire: Total War Gold Edition Comes To Macs On 13th September

Feral Interactive have announced they are bringing Sega's Empire: Total War Gold Edition to Macs on 13th September. this Gold Edition comes with the game, game updates and DLC including The Warpath Campaign. Feral have also announced they will bring online Multiplayer using Game Center to the game later in the fall. the game is set to come out at both retail and digitally for $39.99, £29.99 and €34.99.



Requirements:
2.0GHz Intel Mac
4.0GB RAM
256MB or better graphics card
Mac OS 10.7.4 or later. 

The game does not support the following graphics cards: ATI X1xxx series, ATI HD2xxx series, NVIDIA 7xxx series and Intel GMA series.

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Ubisoft Announce They Are Bringing I Am Alive To PC's On 13th September For £11.99

Ubisoft have announced they are bringing I Am Alive to PC. the game will be released digitally from stores like Ubishop and Steam for £11.99 on 13th September. This PC version has been enhanced from the PSN and XBLA releases. the game plays in higher resolution with improved graphics. there are also 2 new modes. Easy Mode allows infinite retires and has a smoother introduction tot he game. Replay mode lets players replay any level in the game.



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2K And Gearbox Reveal A Limited Edition Borderlands 2 Bundle, Comes With One Off Top Trump Cards


2K and Gearbox have revealed a special UK Limited Edition Borderlands 2 Bundle. only available from "indie" video game retailers and in very limited numbers, only 5000, this bundle includes Borderlands 2 and a copy of the Borderlands 2 Top Trump game "Guns Guns Guns". this Top Trump pack will never be sold separately at retail and will only be available as a pre-order bonus. Borderlands 2 is set to come out from 21st September.


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Ubisoft Have Released The First Behind The Scenes Look At Assassin's Creed III

Ubisoft have released the first behind the scenes look at Assassin's Creed III. this video is titled Making A Masterpiece and focuses on the team behind the game, the work they do and the sheer scale of the game. the video also talks about the setting of the game, the importance of the historic date and how suitable it is for the game. the video shows in-game action as well as some concept art.


Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Microsoft Announce Kinect Is Getting A Price Cut Across The America's, New Zealand And Australia

Microsoft have announced they are dropping the price of Kinect. this permanent price drop only affects the USA, South America, Australia and New Zealand. this price drop is not coming to Europe, Japan or the Middle East. the price of Kinect in the USA will drop to $109.99, and Australia and New Zealand get their price drops on 4th October.

Source: Major Nelson

Square Enix A Event In Tokyo To Celebrate 25th Anniversary Of Final Fantasy Will Reveal Whats Next For Final Fantasy XIII



Square Enix is holding a  25th Anniversary Of Final Fantasy event in Tokyo on 1st September. they have teased that during this event they will be revealing more about the "Lightning Saga", talking about the direction they are going to take Final Fantasy XIII/XIII 2. Square Enix have launched a new website and say more will be revealed on it.

Source: Square Enix Blog

Zero Punctuation - Steam Roundup

This week Yahtzee plays some Steam Games. in all he plays Unmechanical, Orcs Must Die 2 and The Book Of Unwritten Tales. will he enjoy any of them or will they be just as disappointing as he has been finding this years Xbox Summer Of Arcade.


Level-5 Have Released New Screenshots For Inazuma Eleven Strikers On The Wii

Level-5 have released new english language screenshots for Inazuma Eleven Strikers. these in-game screenshots mostly show football action on the Wii, but there are some other screenshots that show other aspects of the game like managing friends.

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Capcom Announce Resident Evil.Net For Resident Evil 6, An Online Hub For Multiplayer

Capcom have announced Resident Evil.Net. this online hub is designed for Resident Evil 6 multiplayer on the PS3 and Xbox 360. this free service provides more than just stat tracking. the website lets you track what your friends are doing in multiplayer and if they have beaten any of your scores. the site also acts as a community, offering challenges and rewards to earn points which can be used to unlock costumes in game and more.


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Source: Capcom Unity

Nintendo Announce Learn With Pokémon: Typing Adventure Comes To The UK On 21st September



Nintendo have announced Learn With Pokémon: Typing Adventure is coming to the UK. Learn With Pokémon: Typing Adventure comes out on 21st September, bundled with the Nintendo Wireless Keyboard. the game tests your typing skills by getting you to type the names of Pokémon, over 400 of them. lessons include finger placement and tips on how to improve accuracy and speed. there are 60 levels to unlock and 180 medals to collect. Pokémon: Typing Adventure is compatible with the 3DS.

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The Bundle includes a copy of the game, a stand for the DS/3DS, and the Nintendo Wireless Keyboard.




The Nintendo Wireless Keyboard works Via Bluetooth and Nintendo say that it can work with other devices.

Source: Nintendo UK

XSEED Have Released A Launch Trailer For Way of the Samurai 4 On The PSN

XSEED have released a launch trailer for Way of the Samurai 4. this PS3 PSN game is a bit silly sandbox game set in Edo Japan. you play as Masterless Samurai who can support who you want.

Way of the Samurai 4 features:
  • Replay, replay, replay – 10 endings, multiple branching story paths, unlockables…
  • Customization – Weapons, appearance and fighting style can all be tailored to your exact liking. There are literally thousands of combos you can make with the weapons available (heck, you can wield a fish if that’s been an unfulfilled dream of yours), 150+ accessories to decorate your samurai with and the more endings you get, the more options you’ll get, like making your avatar a female. Or super-deformed. Or blue.
  • Night-Crawling – Navigate the torrid waters of love in Amihama and then meet your paramour for a night of revelation. If you can beat the other guy in the room trying to do the exact same thing (race of love?!).
  • Duelists – The game has a cool semi-online feature where other players’ samurais will be uploaded into your game as a computer controlled enemy for you to challenge and vice-versa. If you beat them, you get to claim their stuff.
  • Dojo – You can take over and run the local dojo in Amihama… and fill it by beating people up and forcing them to be your students.
  • Fishing – Anywhere there’s water pretty much is potential fishing grounds.
  • Casino – Buddy up to the foreign consulate and unapologetic hedonist, Jet Jenkins and you’ll get to try your luck at the tables.




Source: USA Playstation Blog

Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Activision And High Moon Have Released 43 New Screenshots For Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron

Activision and High Moon have released new screenshots for Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron. these 43 screenshots show in-game action from both the single player and mutliplayer parts of the game. the Multiplayer screenshots show online action as well as character customisation whilst the single player screenshots focus on individual bots and Bots attacking Bots.

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NIS America Have Released A Launch Trailer For Legasista And A New Mugen Souls Trailer

NIS America have released 2 new videos for their PS3 games Legasista and Mugen Souls. the first video is a launch trailer for Legasista. Legasista has come out on the USA PSN and is set to hit the UK PSN tomorrow. the game was developed by the team behind ClaDun and ClaDun x2, Nippon Ichi Software and System Prisma. Legasista is a story about a guy called Alto who is looking to save his sister from a curse. the trailer shows many of the games features including creating your own character and the ability to swap characters at any point.



The Second video is for Mugen Souls. it focuses on battles in the game. Mugen Souls lets you do billions of points of damage in a turn based RPG. is a retail PS3 game that is set to come out in September.



SourceUSA Playstation Blog

EA Have Revealed The UK Boxart For FIFA 13, Features Lionel Messi, Joe Hart and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

EA have revealed the footballers that are on the UK cover for FIFA 13. they are Lionel Messi, Joe Hart and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.



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Naughty Dog Announce Uncharted 3: Drakes Deception Game Of The Year Edition Comes To The UK On 19th September

Naughty Dog have announced Uncharted 3: Drakes Deception Game Of The Year Edition comes out in the UK on 19th September. this Game Of The Year Edition includes Uncharted 3 and the following DLC:

  • Classic Skins Pack 1-3
  • Flashback Map Packs 1 and 2
  • Drakes Deception Map Pack
  • Fort Co-Op Adventure
  • Co-Op Shade Survival
  • Doughnut Skin Pack

Naughty Dog have confirmed the included DLC will be on the Disc, there is not a code to download them.

Source: EU Playstation Blog

Activision Have Released New GamesCom Screenshots And Artwork For Deadpool

Activision have released new screenshots and artwork for their upcoming Deadpool game. the screenshots and artwork show the games humour. in these screenshots Deadpool is mostly shooting soldiers.

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Sony Announce Tokyo Jungle Comes To The USA And EU Via The PS3 PSN From 25th September

Sony have announced the USA and EU release dates for Tokyo Jungle. the game is coming to the PS3 via the PSN and will hit the USA on 25th September and the EU on 26th September. the game will cost £9.99/€12.99/AUS$19.95/$14.99.



Source: EU and USA Playstation Blog

Team 17 Have Announced Worms Collection Comes To The Xbox 360 On 31st August And 7th September For PS3

Team 17 have announced the release date for Worms Collection. the game comes out in the UK on Xbox 360 on 31st August and on the PS3 on 7th September. Worms Collection comes with Worms, Worms 2 Armageddon, and Worms Ultimate Mayhem.


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Activision And High Moon Have Released A Launch Trailer For Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron

Activison And High Moon have released an Epic launch trailer for Transformers: Fall Of Cybertron. this trailer shows many of the new Transformers in the game whilst also showing their plight and their hope.


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Monday, August 20, 2012

Ubisoft Have Released A GamesCom Trailer And Screenshots For Rabbids Land On The Wii U

Ubisoft have released a new GamesCom trailer and screenshots for their upcoming Wii U Rabbids game Rabbids Land. the trailer and screenshots show how the Wii U GamePad and WiiMote are used in the game, with the example of one player controlling a ball and the other controlling the opponents.



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Nintendo Reveal UK Pokémon Black And Pokémon White Owners Can Get Keldeo From 1st September


Nintendo have revealed how UK Pokémon Black and Pokémon White owners can get hold of Keldeo. from 1st September until 11th October, you can go to GAME and receive Keldeo. Gamers will be able to transfer Keldeo to Pokémon Black 2 and Pokémon White 2 where it'll be able to transform into a new form and learn a new move.

To Get Keldeo, follow these instructions:  
  • When you begin your game, select “MYSTERY GIFT” from the main menu.
  • Select “RECEIVE GIFT.” Then select “Yes” to open a communication channel.
  • After you open a communication channel, select “GET VIA WIRELESS” and choose “Yes.”
  • Watch as you receive Keldeo!
  • Make sure you have at least one open spot in your party.
  • Speak to the deliveryman in any Pokémon Center to pick up Keldeo.
  • Now check your Pokémon party and you’ll see Keldeo.
  • Don’t forget to save your game. Enjoy!

Source: Nintendo UK

OnLive Have Released A Statement Regarding The Company, OnLive, And Future Plans


Over the Weekend OnLive Inc closed down and OnLive was reborn. basically, for users of OnLive they should see no disruption to their service and their purchases are fine. future OnLive Projects are also still continuing.

With OnLive closing, all their staff were let go. However, OnLive say nearly half have been offered contracts with the new company, with more ex employees possibly being offered positions in the near future depending on funding. The New investor in OnLive is an affiliate of Lauder Partners.

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RockStar Have Released New Grand Theft Auto V Screenshots Showing Transport And Locations

RockStar have released 5 new screenshots for Grand Theft Auto V. these screenshots appear to be in-game and show off some transport options like a Bike, Fighter Jet, and a SuperCar. each screenshot also shows off a different location.

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Blizzard Have Released A Cinematic Trailer For World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria

Blizzard have released a new cinematic trailer for World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria, the forth expansion to World Of Warcraft.

UK Game Charts; Sleeping Dogs, New Super Mario Bros. 2, London 2012, LEGO Batman 2, Mario & Sonic London 2012

Its all change at the top this week.  we have a new number 1 with Sleeping Dogs and a new number 2 with the 3DS exclusive New Super Mario Bros. 2.

1 - Sleeping Dogs
2 - New Super Mario Bros. 2
3 - London 2012: The Official Video Game
4 - LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes
5 - Mario & Sonic London 2012 Olympic Games
6 - Batman: Arkham City
7 - The Amazing Spider-Man
8 - Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Future Soldier
9 - Dead Island: Game Of The Year Edition
10 - LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7
11 - The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
12 - FIFA 12
13 - Battlefield 3
14 - Mario Kart 7
15 - Call Of Duty: Black Ops
16 - Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure
17 - Assassin's Creed: Revelations
18 - Super Mario 3D Land
19 - Grand Theft Auto Episodes - Liberty City
20 - Sonic Generations

Charts Supplied By 3. UKIE Games Charts©, compiled by GfK Chart-Track

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Sunday, August 19, 2012

343 Industries Have Released A New Halo 4 Video Showing Behind The Scenes Action From The Begining To Now

343 Industries have released a new video for Halo 4. this video is a behind the scenes style video that shows aspects of the games development from the beginning until now. there maybe some parts of the video which have been shown before. some in-game action is shown as well as behind the scenes stuff like recording the soundtrack.


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PopCap Announce The Plants Vs Zombies Online Store Is Now Open



PopCap have announced the Plants Vs Zombies online store is now open. the store will ship products to the UK and USA and it provides access to unique merchandise and some rare merchandise. items available now include hats, lunch-boxes, mugs, sweatshirts, plush toys and figurines.

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Ubisoft Have Released A New GamesCom Trailer For Just Dance 4

Ubisoft have released a new trailer for Just Dance 4. this trailer details many of the over 40 tracks included in the game as well as features including 4 player dances and Wii U features like Puppet Master Mode. Just Dance 4 comes to PS3, 360 and Wii on 2nd October, a Wii U Release date was not revealed.


Ubisoft Have Released A GamesCom Trailer For Rayman Legends On The Wii U

Ubisoft have released a new Wii U trailer for Rayman Legends. this GamesCom trailer uses in-game action to show some of the interactions the GamePad makes with the game. there are simple touch screen interactions, like attacking monsters, as well as using tilt functionality. you can manipulate platforms and cut ropes as well. Ubisoft also tease that there is more functionality. Rayman Legends is set to come to the Wii U This Christmas.


Ubisoft Have Released A Launch Trailer For Ghost Recon Online

Ubisoft have released a launch trailer for Ghost Recon Online, their free to play Ghost Recon game. this videos shows in-game action and details the 3 classes in the game, Assault, Recon and Specialist. the trailer shows off abilities and offers some tips.

Lionhead Have Released A Behind The Scenes Video For Fable: The Journey

Lionhead have released a behind the scenes video for Fable: The Journey. in this video, members of the dev team talk about the game. the start with talking about the main characters, how they are not related to previous games. the video also shows in-game action. the video talks about the world, travelling, and evil in the game.


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Friday, August 17, 2012

Ubisoft Have Released A New GamesCom Trailer For Marvel Avengers: Battle for Earth

Ubisoft have released a new trailer for Marvel Avengers: Battle for Earth. its not clear which version of the game the trailer is from but i'm guessing Wii U. this trailer shows in-game action of several characters fighting each other, like The Hulk and Thor.


Ubisoft Have Released A New GamesCom Trailer For ZombiU

Ubisoft have released a new trailer for ZombiU. This Wii U Exclusive game is set in the UK and this trailer provides some back story as for what happened as well as some tips. the trailer shows gameplay in several locations including Buckingham Palace. the trailer also teases that not all zombies are the same, apart from some being covered in armour there appeared to be some different types.

Ubisoft Have Released A New 10 Minute Gameplay Walkthrough For Splinter Cell Blacklist

Ubisoft have released a new video for Splinter Cell Blacklist. this 10 minute video is a gameplay video from the beginning of the game. the video is narrated to provide insight into new features, gameplay, and some story.

Konami Have Announced Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 Is Coming To PC's, Out Sametime As Console Versions

Konami have announced they are bringing Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 to PC's. the game will be released at the same time as the console versions, PS3 and Xbox 360, in 2013. PC specific features were not revealed, but i have included the E3 trailer for the game as it has been some time since it was talked about by Konami.



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Sony Announce Puppeteer For The PS3, Coming 2013 From Sony's Japan Studio



Sony have revealed their Japan studio is working on a PS3 game called Puppeteer. this new IP is a game where you play as Kutaro, a young boy who has been turned into a Puppet by the Moon Bear King. Kutaro finds a pair of magical scissors which help him cut his way home in this puppet world. Kutaro  has the ability to change his head to give him abilities to change the world.


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DrinkBox Have Announced The PC Version Of Tales from Space: Mutant Blobs Attack Is Out Now

DrinkBox have announced Tales from Space: Mutant Blobs Attack is out now on PC via Steam. to celebrate this release, the game will be 10% off its normal price during it's first week for $7.19.

The Steam for PC version of Tales from Space: Mutant Blobs Attack features:
  • Support for Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud Saves and Steam Leaderboards
  • Updated mini-game bonus levels crafted specifically for PC
  • Support for Microsoft Xbox 360 Controller for Windows and/or Keyboard-and-mouse controls
  • New ultra-glorious high resolution art
  • A wide range of environments: everything from a frat house to a metropolis  
  • Growth throughout levels that provides players with a constantly changing perspective on the in-game world
  • Challenging puzzles mixed into the mayhem 
  • New hidden references and bad jokes



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Naughty Dog Have Released A New GamesCom Trailer And Screenshots For The Last Of Us

Naughty Dog have released a new trailer and screenshots for The Last Of Us. the trailer shows some interactions between Ellie and Joel as well as more action from previous trailers, the hotel and from the hijack attempt. the trailer ends with a tease that Joel has worked for both "Sides", good and evil.


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Supermassive Games Have Announced Until Dawn, An Upcoming Playstation Move Horror Game


Supermassive Games have announced Until Dawn. this Horror game is coming out on PS3 and uses Playstation Move. coming 2013, Until Dawn has a familiar Teen Horror Movie Script, the story is that 8 teenagers spend the night on a remote mountain on the anniversary of the death of their friend.

Key Features
  • A thrilling adventure, exclusively for PlayStation Move, featuring accessible and intuitive motion control gameplay, with one-to-one mapping making your character’s hand feel like your own
  • Use your motion controller as a torch to light the shadows, tune radios, fire shotguns, solve puzzles and more
  • Face your fears alone or take a cue from the on-screen cast, and pass your motion controller torch over to a friend
  • Play as 7 different characters throughout the story, watching their relationships evolve over the course of the game

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Namco Bandai Have Released 2 New Videos For Tekken Tag Tournament 2 And Reveal World Tekken Federation

Namco Bandai have released a new trailer and screenshots for Tekken Tag Tournament 2. the trailer is cinematic, most likely from the beginning of the game.


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Namco Bandai have also announced World Tekken Federation. This is a social community service that will launch with Tekken Tag Tournament, on 10th September, and it will provide a way for players to keep track of their statistics and compare them with the world. you can also create and manage teams and compete in online events and discuss the game.


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