Ubisoft Reveal The Watch, A VIP Program For Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag

Ubisoft have detailed the VIP Program for Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. The Watch is a dedicated Assassin's Creed Community that is available now for players who have pre-ordered Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. The Watch will provide the latest Assassin's Creed Information, news and events regarding the brand. The Watch will also have features based on locations, characters, inspirations and other game related elements. users can also talk to each other and share their own Assassin's Creed artwork, compare skills and achievements. The Watch will also have unique quests with rewards and bonus and leaderboards.



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2K Reveal The Bureau: XCOM Declassified, Coming 23rd August To PS3, Xbox 360 And PC

2K and 2K Marin have revealed The Bureau: XCOM Declassified. coming 23rd August to PC, PS3 and Xbox 360, The Bureau: XCOM Declassified is set in 1962 during the height of the cold war. the game tells the story of The Bureau's first ever encounter with the enemy. it was originally established to defend against the Soviet Union and now they have to adapt for this new threat. you play as William Carter, you call the shots and lead a squad of agents in defending the world and stopping them finding out.

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EA Sports Announce Barry Sanders Is The Cover Athlete For Madden NFL 25

EA Sports have revealed Barry Sanders is the cover athlete for Madden 25. the fight was between him and Adrian Peterson, but he won with 58% of the final vote. currently the game has only been announced for the PS3 and Xbox 360 but i fully expect the game will come to PS4 and Durango and Wii U.

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Amanita Design Announce Machinarium Comes To The PS Vita On 1st May

Amanita Design have announced Machinarium is set to come out on PS Vita on 1st May across the EU PSN. this PS Vita version features the ability to zoom in to have a closer look or the ability to play the game using the touch screens. the game will cost €5.99 and the file size is 330MB.

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Atlus Have Released A New Teaser Trailer For Shin Megami Tensei IV

Atlus have released a new teaser trailer for Shin Megami Tensei IV, their upcoming 3DS game. it briefly shows cutscenes and in-game action.

Ubisoft Have Released A Game Play Video For Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon And Announce Soundtrack Can Be Pre-Ordered

Ubisoft have released a new gameplay video for Far Cry 3 Blood Dragon. this video, which features developer commentary, shows you taking on the enemies of Blood Dragon island and blowing stuff up.



Ubisoft have also announced the soundtrack to the game, by a group called Power Glove, is available for pre-order. the soundtrack comes out 1st May for £7.99 and features 25 tracks. album can be pre-ordered from iTunes, or if your buying the PC version straight from Ubisoft you can get the album for free.

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Majesco And Disney Interactive Reveal Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff, Coming To 360, Wii U, Wii, DS And 3DS This August

 

Majesco and Disney Interactive have revealed Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff. coming this Auguston Wii, Wii U, DS, 3DS and Xbox 360, Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff has you playing as the boys as they explore the world in their newest invention to find cool loot for them to display in their backyard museum of cool.

Phineas and Ferb: Quest for Cool Stuff Features Include:

Multiple Gameplay Modes:

-Exploration Mode: Switch on-the-fly between ambitious innovator Phineas and silent, but stoic "Man of Action" Ferb as they explore an ancient lost temple, underwater caverns and more in search of treasure! 

-Action Mode: Transform Perry from subdued pet to super Agent P and battle the evil Dr. Doofenshmirtz.

• Build, upgrade and customize the A.T.T. (All-Terrain Transformatron vehicle), then take it on treasure-seeking adventures around the world.   
• Original Storyline: Experience four intertwining episodes filled with witty humor and outlandish adventures.   
• Museum of Cool: Display the loot collected inside including the lost Atlantis hieroglyph, caveman’s first stone wheel, floating baby head, and much more.

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Bethesda Reveal The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Legendary Edition, Coming 7th June To PC, PS3 And Xbox 360

Bethesda have revealed The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Legendary Edition. coming 4th June for $59.99 in the USA and 7th June across the EU on PS3, PC and Xbox 360, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Legendary Edition brings together the game and all it's DLC into one package. also included are updates made to the game via firmware, up to 1.9, and these include Legendary difficulty mode and Legendary Skills.

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Nintendo Announce Wii U Firmware Update 3.0 Is Out Now, Detail Changes And List Tomorrows Virtual Console Releases

Nintendo have announced Wii U firmware update 3.0 is out now. i have downloaded it and found it to be a big file that takes a long time to download and install. Nintendo have revealed that it brings the following to the Wii U:

Addition of Standby Functions Feature

• This feature enables data for purchased software, system updates and software updates to be downloaded and installed automatically even after the console has been turned off.

Updates to Miiverse

• Controls using the Wii Remote, the Wii U Pro Controller, and the Classic Controller are now supported.
• The input screen for handwritten posts is now also displayed on the TV.
• The input screen for handwritten posts now features an undo/redo button.

Updates to the Internet Browser

• Controls using the Wii Remote and the Wii U Pro Controller are now supported.
• It is now possible to switch search engines when performing a keyword search.
• It is now possible to navigate to the start page from bookmarks.

Update to Nintendo eShop

• When purchasing downloadable software, any available updates for that software will be downloaded at the same time.

Updates to Download Management

• It is now possible to reorder downloads.
• Newly purchased downloadable software will automatically install once the download completes.

Updates to Parental Controls

• The "Viewing Distributed Videos" restriction has been changed to "Entertainment Excluding Games". A screen requiring parental consent will be displayed before the first use of any non-game software (including video-viewing software) or other new service.

Enabled Direct Opening of Wii Menu

• When the Wii U logo is displayed after turning on the console, holding down the B Button on the Wii U GamePad will open the Wii Menu directly. (If no default user has been selected on the console, the user-selection screen will be displayed, and a user must be selected.)

Updates to System Settings

• Under Data Management, two USB storage devices can now be connected to move and/or copy data. You can move and/or copy data between the system memory and a USB storage device or between two USB storage devices. (Up to two USB storage devices can be connected when moving, copying or deleting data. In all other cases, only one USB storage device can be used at a time.)
• Under Data Management, you can now move, copy or delete data for a selection of software titles.
• The TV option now includes the option to adjust the screen size of the display on the TV. (This replaces the similar options previously available within Miiverse, Nintendo eShop, and the Internet Browser, which have now been removed.)
• The "Auto Power-Down" option has been renamed to "Power Settings", which now includes both the auto power-down setting and the new standby functions feature.

Improvements to System Stability and Convenience

• Improvements have been made to system stability and convenience for greater user enjoyment.
• The time required to start the Wii U console, launch built-in applications, exit software and return to the main menu, jump between applications and jump between software and Miiverse has been reduced.

Coming 27th April will be the Virtual Console service and Wii U Panorama View. the later will be getting a free demo and 4 paid tours, €1.99/£1.79 each, which include London via a double decker bus and Rio De Janeiro during Carnival.

the virtual console games coming out on 27th April are:

Title	Platform		Available on	Price Point
Super Mario World™ (Nintendo)	Wii U (Virtual Console)		Nintendo eShop from 27/4/13	€7.99 (£5.49)
Game Description: Mario and Luigi’s first Super NES escapade took them into a new land with new characters, new abilities and much more – becoming an all-time best-seller. In Super Mario World the plumber brothers come to Dinosaur Land, meet their new lovable companion Yoshi and do battle with Bowser and his minions across dozens of fiendishly designed levels packed with secrets. As well as riding Yoshi and slurping up enemies, you can also take to the skies with the aid of the new Cape Feather – and soar into a world of adventure! This is the US version of the game.
Ice Climber™ (Nintendo)	Wii U (Virtual Console)		Nintendo eShop from 27/4/13	€4.99 (£3.49)
Game Description: Conquer treacherous peaks, leap across icy chasms and swat snow-dwelling beasts – solo or with a friend – in this NES classic. Use your hammer to bash blocks and to defend yourself from the wildlife as you head towards the summit. Make it through all eight floors to reach the bonus stage and grab as many vegetables as you can before hitching a lift on a friendly condor. In two player mode, either work together to reach the mountain top or compete to see who can get the glory first! This is the US version of the game.
Mario’s Super Picross™ (Nintendo)	Wii U (Virtual Console)		Nintendo eShop from 27/4/13	€7.99 (£5.49)
Game Description: This Super Nintendo version of the popular ‘picture crossword’ game was originally released only in Japan, and features hundreds of relaxing yet challenging brainteasers. Each Picross puzzle consists of a numbered grid of tiles which reveal a picture when correctly chiselled away. In Mario’s main mode, a wrong move means losing time. However, in the more difficult Wario mode, mistakes are not shown, so be careful. Also, a friend can help by joining in with a second controller. This is the Japanese version of the game.
Donkey Kong Jr. (Nintendo)	Wii U (Virtual Console)		Nintendo eShop from 27/4/13	€4.99 (£3.49)
Game Description: Donkey Kong has finally been captured by Mario! In this unique role-reversal platformer, you play as DK's son, Junior, and must save dad from Mario's clutches. Swing and climb your way across vines and chains to grab the keys that unlock Donkey Kong's cage, avoiding nasty critters like Snapjaws and Nitpickers. It's a game all about speed and high scores - so get swinging and rack up those points - but don't forget to rescue DK! This is the US version of the game.
Excitebike™ (Nintendo)		Wii U (Virtual Console)	Nintendo eShop from 27/4/13	€4.99 (£3.49)
Game Description: The original Excitebike combines high-octane thrills and hair-raising stunts in a masterpiece of simple yet effective design from the early days of the NES. Speed solo across perilous obstacle courses or face off against rival bikes in white-knuckle races against the clock. Speed and stability are key, as you must keep your bike level on the landings, to avoid eating dirt. You can also create – and then race on – your own tracks in the Design Mode. This is the US version of the game.
Punch-Out!!™ (Nintendo)	Wii U (Virtual Console)		Nintendo eShop from 27/4/13	€4.99 (£3.49)
Game Description: What rookie boxer Little Mac lacks in size, he makes up for in determination. And with trainer Doc Louis by his side, Little Mac is ready to win big! NES classic Punch-Out!! pits your pint-sized pugilist against such diverse rivals as the fragile-jawed Frenchman Glass Joe, sucker-punching Russian Soda Popinski and the Hollywood heavyweight Super Macho Man. Use jabs, body blows, hooks and uppercuts to discover your opponent's weak spot and make the knockout blow. Also, look out for an appearance by Mario as the referee! This is the US version of the game.
F-ZERO™ (Nintendo)	Wii U (Virtual Console)		Nintendo eShop from 27/4/13	€7.99 (£5.49)
Game Description: In the year 2560, the greatest racing competition is the F-ZERO championship. Pilots from across the galaxy risk their lives in a high-speed battle of turbo-charged hovercraft. Taking full advantage of the Super NES’s 'Mode 7™' effect, F-ZERO redefined racing games with its smooth, fast graphics and thrilling gameplay. It also featured one of the most famous soundtracks in video games, and introduced players to the likes of Captain Falcon and Samurai Goroh. This is the US version of the game.

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Aksys Announce Hakuoki: Memories of the Shinsengumi By Idea Factory Is Coming To The USA

Aksys Games have announced they are bringing Idea Factory's Hakuoki: Memories of the Shinsengumi to the USA. no release date was announced. Hakuoki: Memories of the Shinsengumi is a 3DS visual novel/otome that is part of the Hakuoki series. the story is a missing persons case that involves imperial soldiers, the shogun, samurai warriors and the supernatural.

Key Features:

An Epic Tale of Love and Honor – Learn about Chizuru and her many companions, as well as the secrets and political intrigue behind the Shinsengumi and the mystery of her missing father.

Six New Stories – Learn what happens in between major events, and gain a bit of insight into the minds of the characters!  These side tales give new meaning to other events in the story.

See The Men of Hakuoki in 3D – Utilizing Nintendo 3DS™’s 3D functionality, playHakuoki: Memories of the Shinsengumi in 3D!

Photo / Movie Gallery – As you progress through the game, unlock a myriad of photos and movies from important moments in the story!

Photo Booth Fun! – Get your friends and pose with your favorite characters in a variety of themes and backgrounds inspired by “purikura” – Japanese photo sticker booths! Create some unforgettable pictures!

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