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The Force is Strong with Minecraft!

11/2/2015

 
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Starting today, the Star Wars™ Classic Skin Pack will be available for Minecraft only onXbox One and Xbox 360. Disney, Lucasfilm and Microsoft have teamed up to bring downloadable content packs to Minecraft for Xbox, featuring a collection of 55 skins from Episode IV through Episode VI. Play as your favorite characters from the Galactic Civil War, like the courageous Luke Skywalker, scoundrel Han Solo, or brave and lovable Wicket in this new pack. These may just be the blocks you’re looking for. 

Priced at $2.99 USD, the Star Wars Classic Skin Pack includes:

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Luke Skywalker, Tatooine
Luke Skywalker, X-wing Pilot
Luke Skywalker, Bespin
Luke Skywalker, Hoth
Luke Skywalker, Dagobah
Luke Skywalker, Endor
Luke Skywalker, Jedi Knight
Han Solo, Smuggler
Han Solo, Hoth
Han Solo, Endor
Chewbacca
Princess Leia Organa, Senator
Princess Leia Organa, Yavin 4
Princess Leia Organa, Hoth
Princess Leia Organa, Bespin
Princess Leia, Jabba's Palace
Princess Leia Organa, Endor
Tusken Raider
Stormtrooper
Darth Vader
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Blockade Runner Soldier
C-3POBen Kenobi
Cantina Band Member
TIE Fighter Pilot
Walrus Man (Ponda Baba)
Hammerhead (Momaw Nadon)
Greedo
Governor Tarkin
Lando Calrissian, Bespin
Boba Fett
Bossk
Dengar
Zuckuss
IG-88
Emperor
AT-AT Pilot
Lobot
Rancor Keeper
Gamorrean Guard
Lando Calrissian, Skiff Guard
Princess Leia Organa, Boushh
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Oola
Nien Nunb
Bib Fortuna
Scout Trooper
Emperor's Royal Guard
Admiral Ackbar
R2-D2
Yoda
Jawa

Wampa Ice Creature
Wicket W. Warrick

Rancor
4-LOM

Fans can look forward to even more downloadable
 Star Wars content releasing in the future. Happy mining!

STAR WARS © & ™ Lucasfilm Ltd.  All rights reserved.  Used under authorization. 
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The Lego Games that are set to build your 2015.

31/1/2015

 
The Lego games have been one of best things to come out in recent years and the lovable danish blocks with a tonne of heart are set to still be front and center in 2015. Below is a run down of the titles and look out for more news as it comes in the future.
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LEGO Marvel’s Avengers
Avengers Assemble!  Experience the first console videogame featuring characters and storylines from the blockbuster film The Avengers and the much anticipated sequel Avengers: Age of Ultron and more . Play as the most powerful super heroes in their quest to save humanity.  The game will be available in Fall 2015 for the Xbox One all-in-one games and entertainment system; the Xbox 360 games and entertainment system for Microsoft; PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment systems; PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment system; the Wii U™ system from Nintendo; Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held system; and Windows PC. 

Follow LEGO Marvel’s Avengers at:
https://www.facebook.com/LEGOMarvelVideoGame  
http://twitter.com/legomarvelgame
http://instagram.com/legomarvelgame
#LEGOMarvelAvengers
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LEGO Jurassic World™
Following the epic storylines of Jurassic Park, The Lost World: Jurassic Park andJurassic Park III, as well as the highly anticipated Jurassic World, LEGO Jurassic World is the first videogame where players will be able to relive and experience all fourJurassic films.  The game will be available in June for the Xbox One all-in-one games and entertainment system; the Xbox 360 games and entertainment system for Microsoft; PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment systems; PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment system; the Wii U™ system from Nintendo; Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held system; and Windows PC. 

Follow LEGO Jurassic World at:
https://www.facebook.com/LEGOJurassic
http://twitter.com/LEGOJurassic
http://instagram.com/LEGOJurassic
#LEGOJurassicGame

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LEGO Ninjago™: Shadow of Ronin™
The popular LEGO Ninjago franchise gets its most expansive adventure to date inLEGO Ninjago: Shadow of Ronin.  The latest LEGO handheld game delivers an untold story of the LEGO Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu TV show. Using their Spinjitzu abilities, players can unleash their Ninja’s elemental power to smash their way through enemies and solve puzzles.  Developed by TT Fusion, a subsidiary of TT Games, the game comes to the Nintendo 3DS™ handheld system and thePlayStation ® Vita handheld entertainment system on 27th March, 2015. 

The LEGO Movie Video Game 
The LEGO Movie Video Game for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch follows Emmet, an average, rule-following citizen, who is mistakenly identified as the key to saving the world. In the game, players guide Emmet as he is drafted into a fellowship of strangers on an epic quest to stop the tyrannical Lord Business from gluing the LEGO universe into eternal stasis. With a delightful mix of over 90 characters from the feature film, including Batman, Superman and the Green Ninja , The LEGO Movie Video Game leads gamers on a journey through fantastical worlds in 45 exciting levels.  Developed by TT Games, the mobile game is now available on the App Store.  

LEGO Batman™ 3: Beyond Gotham 
In LEGO  Batman 3: Beyond Gotham for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch, the Caped Crusader joins forces with the Super Heroes of the DC Comics universe and blasts off to outer space to stop the evil Brainiac from destroying Earth.  Players will unlock and play as more than 150 characters, including members of the Justice League and the Legion of Doom and explore iconic locations such as the Hall of Justice, the Batcave and the Justice League Watchtower.  Developed by TT Games, the mobile game will be available this spring on the App Store.  

Red Steel Rain Update Comes to World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition

12/8/2014

 
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Wargaming has launched Red Steel Rain, an exciting content update for its console multiplayer tank warfare game, World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition. The Red Steel Rain update is now available as a free download for all Xbox Live Gold members globally. All other Xbox Live account holders can get in on the action for a free seven-day trial.

Players will get to experience the highly anticipated Platoon Battles feature, which will allow players to deploy into battle with up to seven friends in a single platoon. The update will also unleash a total of fifteen new tanks, including a new line of Soviet artillery, four German light tanks including the famous Panther, and the Soviet KV-2 heavy tank. In addition, two new maps will be added to the game, which will allow players to battle in the urban snow variant of the Port map and rainy Live Oaks map.


Up until now, players could form up to three member platoons in the game and still play within the normal 15 vs. 15 matchmaker. The brand new Platoon Battles system now adds a second matchmaking pool available only to platoons.

Throughout the month of August, gamers can begin purchasing the World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition Combat Ready Starter Pack at participating retailers worldwide for a valued price of $19.99. The bundle, containing exclusive items such as the coveted premium Panzer 38H tier II German light tank, three days of premium account time, in-game silver and gold, and a 30-day voucher code for Xbox Live Gold status, will be available starting on August 12, 2014 in North and South America. Street dates in additional regions are as follows: August 14 in Asia-Pacific, August 21 in Japan and August 29 in Europe.

World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition Rapid Fire Update is Now Live

17/7/2014

 
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Powerful and iconic American autoloaders debut in-game, a new line of U.S. and German tanks, and two new maps

Wargaming today deployed another exciting slew of content—Rapid Fire Update—for World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition. Available worldwide, this content update to the successful multiplayer tank warfare game allows tankers to command some of history’s most dominant U.S. autoloader tanks and adds a total of thirteen brand new American and German tanks. Two dynamic new maps have also been included in the Rapid Fire Update, delivering variety to the battlefields.

Players can now research advanced autoloaders, including the deadly T-57 heavy, and roll them into battle. Further expansion of the U.S. and German tech trees and the addition of the high-tier autoloaders give players more options to strategize and engage in battle, while adding a new tactical element to their tank play.
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Each map in the Rapid Fire Update offers different tactics for various tanks. The Arctic Region presents large areas covered in ice and snow, rocky outcrops, hills and ridges. The turns and twists in this icy deathtrap make Arctic Region an engaging battlefield. The Erlenberg map offers green hills adjacent to a close-packed town which is bisected by a river with three bridges. These bridges and the different types of terrain in this map create natural contact points between opposing forces and allow for a variety of viable tactics.

For more information about the Rapid Fire Update, visit http://worldoftanksxbox360edition.com/en/news/news/rapid-fire/

To download and join the global phenomenon of World of Tanks: Xbox 360 Edition for free, please visit:

·       www.worldoftanks.com/xbox 

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SACRED 3: Hunt For The Ultimate Glory

25/6/2014

 
Deep Silver today reveals a new trailer for Sacred 3 which focusses on the competitive aspect of the game. While working together on their fight against the evil that has come over Ancaria, the four heroes also have their very own agenda: Trump their companions and become the ultimate hero of Ancaria. 

The newest installment of the classic Sacred series will be available from 1st August in Europe and 5th August in the United States for Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system as well as Windows PC. 

Tune In to “Every Street United” This Sunday on Xbox

13/6/2014

 
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Street soccer dreams are about to become a reality when “Every Street United” premieres this Sunday, June 15 on Xbox! Join legendary footballers Thierry Henry and Edgar Davids as they travel to the United States, England, Argentina, Spain, Brazil, the Netherlands, Ghana and South Korea to uncover the best street soccer players from around the world in the new unscripted series.

Hear the players’ touching personal stories, watch epic training sequences, and feel the passion as they prepare for the game of their lives in Brazil.

Can’t get enough of the show? The “Every Street United” app on Xbox One and Xbox 360 includes interactive features tailored to each episode that leverage Xbox technology and the Xbox Live social community.

Head to the Xbox Wire to learn more about “Every Street United” and its interactive features.
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Focus on E3 2014; The best lineup of games in Xbox history

9/6/2014

 
With incredible games for the adventurer, thrill-seeker and speed demon within us all, Xbox One is poised to deliver a spectacular games lineup, including the following:

  • “Assassin’s Creed Unity” (Ubisoft, Ubisoft). “Assassin’s Creed Unity” is the next-gen evolution of the blockbuster franchise powered by an all-new game engine. Play as Arno, an entirely new breed of Assassin, in an epic single-player campaign or team together in four-player co-op and experience the life of a master assassin together with your friends. The French Revolution has turned a once-magnificent city into a place of terror and chaos. Its cobblestone streets run red with the blood of commoners who dared to rise up against the oppressive aristocracy. Embark on an extraordinary journey to expose the true powers behind the revolution.

  • “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare” (Sledgehammer Games, Activision). Penned by the storytellers at Sledgehammer Games, “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare” envisions a powerful future, where both technology and tactic have evolved to usher in a new era of combat for the franchise. “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare” delivers stunning next-gen visuals and innovative exoskeleton gameplay that fundamentally changes how players experience “Call of Duty” across all modes of play. Harnessing the first three-year development cycle in franchise history, “Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare” represents a new era for the franchise. All add-on content will again be available first, exclusively on Xbox.

  • “Crackdown” (Dave Jones, Microsoft Studios). The groundbreaking, hyperpowered world of “Crackdown” is back in stunning fashion with an all-new “Crackdown” experience for Xbox One. Developed by original creator Dave Jones, “Crackdown” on Xbox One will deliver unrivaled verticality, cooperative mayhem and destruction. Whether you’re playing the Campaign with friends or enjoying a revolutionary new multiplayer experience powered by Xbox Live, you’ll never look at an open-world game the same way again.

  • “D4: Dark Dreams Don’t Die” (Access Games, Microsoft Studios). From the creators of “Deadly Premonition,” the noir adventure “D4: Dark Dreams Don’t Die” launches later this year exclusively for Xbox One. Follow the story of Detective David Young, who has the curious ability to dive back in time, and use the power of Kinect or your controller to help David solve the mystery of his murdered wife and prevent it from ever occurring.

  • “Dance Central Spotlight” (Harmonix Music Systems, Microsoft Studios). “Dance Central Spotlight” is the newest game in the award-winning “Dance Central” series, bringing authentic dance routines, chart-topping music and the characters you love exclusively to the Xbox One. With an all-new soundtrack, more than 50 songs available as add-on content at launch, more routines per song than ever before and a 1- to 2-player dance experience updated for the Xbox One, “Dance Central Spotlight” is the next generation of motion dance games. Step up for your turn in the spotlight.

  • “Dragon Age: Inquisition” (BioWare, Electronic Arts). A cataclysmic event plunges the land of Thedas into turmoil. It falls to you and your party of legendary heroes to restore order as you lead the Inquisition, hunting down the agents of chaos. Bonds will form — and some will break — as the campaign for truth takes its toll.

  • “Evolve” (Turtle Rock Studios, 2K). From Turtle Rock Studios, creators of “Left 4 Dead,” comes “Evolve,” the next generation of multiplayer shooters where four Hunters face off against a single, player-controlled Monster in adrenaline-pumping four-versus-one matches. Play as one of four Hunter classes (Trapper, Support, Assault and Medic) and team up to take down the beast, or choose to play as the Monster and use savage abilities and an animalistic sense to kill your human enemies on the planet Shear, where flora and fauna act as an adversary to human and monster alike. Level up to unlock new Hunter or Monster characters as well as upgrades, skins and perks. Earn your infamy on the leaderboards and become the apex predator.

  • “Fable Legends” (Lionhead Studios, Microsoft Studios). “Fable Legends” innovates on the franchise’s well-loved world of magic, humour and high adventure, delivering a unique experience that feels familiar for fans, yet new and vibrant. Featuring stunning visuals brought to life by Xbox One and Unreal Engine 4, “Fable Legends” lets you play cooperatively with your friends as a team of up to four heroes, each with their own play style, or become the Villain and control the reins of battle from on high. Sign up today to register interest in the multiplayer beta, which begins this fall, at FableLegends.com.

  • “Forza Horizon 2” (Playground Games, Turn 10 Studios, Microsoft Studios). Arriving in the U.S. on Sept. 30, “Forza Horizon 2” allows you to race through a massive wide-open world featuring dramatic weather and day-to-night cycles. Instantly connect with friends in the ultimate celebration of speed, style and action-packed driving while exploring beautiful and exotic locations in more than 200 of the world’s greatest cars — all created with precise detail in stunning 1080p resolution on Xbox One.

  •  “Forza Motorsport 5” (Turn 10 Studios, Microsoft Studios). “Forza Motorsport 5” is a cinematic automotive journey starring the world’s greatest cars and tracks. Built from the ground up to take advantage of Xbox One and the vast power of the cloud, no game better delivers the wide-eyed thrill of racing. Arriving for free to “Forza Motorsport 5” owners this June is the new-generation debut of the Nürburgring track, which has been laser scanned with subcentimeter accuracy, resulting in the most beautiful and realistically exhilarating racing experience yet.5

  • “Halo 5: Guardians” Multiplayer Beta (343 Industries, Microsoft Studios). Available this holiday season for “Halo: The Master Chief Collection” owners, the “Halo 5: Guardians” Multiplayer Beta will allow fans to be among the first to experience a new generation of “Halo” multiplayer in “Halo 5: Guardians.” Gear up for the “Halo 5: Guardians” Multiplayer Beta by unlocking exclusive content in “Halo: The Master Chief Collection” and “Halo: Nightfall,” which will carry over into “Halo 5: Guardians” when it launches in 2015.4

  • “Halo: The Master Chief Collection” (343 Industries, Microsoft Studios). Honoring the iconic hero and his epic journey, the Master Chief’s entire story is brought together as “Halo: The Master Chief Collection.” “Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary,” “Halo 2 Anniversary,” “Halo 3,” and “Halo 4” are all included with Xbox One visual fidelity, 60 fps, a total of 45 campaign missions, and more than 100 multiplayer (including the original “Halo: Combat Evolved”) maps and Spartan Ops maps. Along with new prologue and epilogue cut scenes that foreshadow “Halo 5: Guardians,” this is the collection “Halo” fans have been waiting for, all on Xbox One.4

  • “Happy Wars” for Xbox One (Toylogic, Microsoft Studios). “Happy Wars,” the popular free-to-play online multiplayer action game, is coming to Xbox One later this year.2 “Happy Wars” for Xbox One will feature a story-driven campaign mode and action-packed multiplayer modes for up to 30 players. Enter the fray as one of the six player character classes — Warrior, Mage, Cleric, Berserker, Zephyr or Engineer — each with different tactical strengths. Work together as a team to take down the enemy team and conquer its castle.

  • “Killer Instinct” (Iron Galaxy, Microsoft Studios). Following a successful first season of the revived fighter series, “Killer Instinct” returns once more and is better than ever. Created by renowned developer Iron Galaxy, Season 2 of “Killer Instinct” will feature a new roster of refreshed characters that longtime fans will know and love with an enhanced combo system and killer gameplay, exclusively for Xbox One.

  • “Ori and the Blind Forest” (Moon Studios, Microsoft Studios). Venture with Ori, a young orphan destined for heroics, in this action-packed adventure for Xbox One, Xbox 360 and PC. Play through an amazingly beautiful and emotional journey as you help Ori save his dying forest of Nibel.

  • “Phantom Dust” (Microsoft Studios). As one of Xbox’s original fan-favorite games, “Phantom Dust” resurfaces with all-new gameplay and beautifully remade graphics. Relive the story of the Espers — a group of humans with the ability to control the dust to create powerful combat arsenals — in this action-strategy game coming exclusively to Xbox One.

  • “Project Spark” (Team Dakota, Microsoft Studios). The highly anticipated “Project Spark” brings imagination to life in an open-world digital canvas game, transitioning from current beta to full release on Xbox One and Windows 8 this fall. With a powerful creation engine, downloadable content packs and multiplatform functionality, “Project Spark” gives players the power to create their own worlds, stories and games and then share and play their creations with a dynamic global community of fellow creators.

  • “Rise of the Tomb Raider” (Crystal Dynamics, Square Enix). In her first adventure, Lara Croft was forged into a true survivor, but she glimpsed a deeper, secret world. In the next chapter of her journey, Lara must use her survival skills and wits, learn to trust new friends, and ultimately accept her destiny as the Tomb Raider. Featuring epic, high-octane action moments, “Rise of the Tomb Raider” will take gamers to multiple locations around the world filled with exploration spaces that are some of the most beautifully hostile places on earth. In addition, after hearing the cry from fans loud and clear, the game will put the tombs back into “Tomb Raider,” all in the franchise’s gritty Survival-Action style.

  • “Scalebound” (Platinum Games, Microsoft Studios). The next great adventure from critically acclaimed developer Platinum Games and renowned game director Hideki Kamiya, “Scalebound” transports you to a distant, hostile world. You’ll come face to face with fearsome creatures, including a formidable dragon — and the bond you forge with this awesome predator will prove crucial to the survival of both worlds.

  • “Sunset Overdrive” (Insomniac Games, Microsoft Studios). Launching globally starting in the U.S. on Oct. 28, exclusively on Xbox One, “Sunset Overdrive” is a stylized open-world shooter filled with overpowered weapons, crazed mutants and a sprawling city full of carnage. Experience a deep, action-packed campaign or jump seamlessly into an eight-player online mode called Chaos Squad, powered by Xbox Live. With an arsenal of kickass, overpowered weapons and a knack for traversing the city with hyper-agility, it isn’t the end of days for you — your story is just beginning.

  •  “Super Ultra Dead Rising 3 Arcade Remix Hyper Edition” (Capcom Vancouver, Microsoft). Available for download on Xbox One today, “Super Ultra Dead Rising 3 Arcade Remix Hyper Edition” adds an all-new, four-player, co-op arcade mode to “Dead Rising 3.” Play as past and present “Dead Rising” heroes or cosplay as your favorite Capcom characters to use their signature attacks and supermoves to save the city from zombie hordes, dangerous shadow bosses and giant superzombies. Compete for the top score, unlock new characters and fight for survival in true Capcom style!

  • “Tom Clancy’s The Division” (Massive Entertainment, Ubisoft). A devastating pandemic sweeps through New York City and one by one, basic services fail. In only days without food or water, society collapses into chaos. The Division, a classified unit of self-supported tactical agents, is activated. Leading seemingly ordinary lives among us, The Division agents are trained to operate independently of command, as all else fails. Fighting to prevent the fall of society, the agents will find themselves caught up in an epic conspiracy, forced to combat not only the effects of a manmade virus, but also the rising threat of those behind it.

  • “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” (CD Projekt RED). “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” is a unique combination of nonlinear storytelling and open world — a fantasy RPG focused on player choice, tactical combat and an immersive environment. Spinning the tale of Geralt of Rivia, a professional monster hunter, “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” aims to attract gamers with a mature and compelling game narrative told as no other has been told before. With more than 100 hours of hand-crafted core and side quest gameplay, “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt” redefines the genre, shaping the next generation of RPGs.
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CALL OF DUTY: ADVANCED WARFARE BOOSTS FRANCHISE TO NEW HEIGHTS ON THE NEXT GENERATION

3/5/2014

 
The power of the next generation of advanced soldier.  The power of a gripping performance from Kevin Spacey.  The power of all-new, exoskeleton gameplay mechanics.  Power changes everything.  Call of Duty®: Advanced Warfare delivers an inspired new era of Call of Duty®.  Published by Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard (Nasdaq: ATVI), and developed for next gen consoles and PC by Sledgehammer Games, Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare delivers a breathtaking, new vision for the blockbuster franchise. 
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“We’ve made several key decisions with an eye towards creative excellence on Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare. We’ve really approached this game differently,” said Eric Hirshberg, CEO of Activision Publishing. “This is our first three-year development cycle. It’s our first time with Sledgehammer Games at the creative helm. And we’re shaking up the formula in several ways. New core gameplay mechanics with the exoskeleton suit. A riveting new story. An iconic new character played by one of the world’s best actors in Kevin Spacey. We’re having a lot of fun making this game, and we think the world is going to have even more fun playing it.”
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Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare jolts players forward in a groundbreaking experience that’s ripped-from-the-headlines-of-tomorrow, envisioning a future where both technology and tactics have evolved to usher in a new era of combat for the franchise.  Set in the year 2054, a private military corporation (PMC) has emerged with the power to rescue humanity from a devastated world struggling to rebuild after a global attack on its military and infrastructure.  You are the advanced soldier.  Empowered with new, cutting-edge exoskeleton abilities, technological advancements and high-tech gear, players join the ranks of a highly-trained, specialized unit committed to restoring order in a state of advanced warfare. 

“It’s been a lot of fun working with the team to bring Jonathan Irons to life.  The technology is truly remarkable and unlike anything I’ve done before.  I’m excited to see where this goes,” said Academy Award® winner Kevin Spacey.

Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare is being developed specifically for next gen consoles and PC. This is the first iteration of publisher Activision’s expanded three-year development cycle allowing the debut lead title from Sledgehammer Games an added year of studio development.  With the expanded production capabilities, Sledgehammer Games is able to create an astonishing new, next generation experience, featuring an array of technical advancements from the sights and sounds that create a near photorealistic world unlike any Call of Duty before, to new performance capture and facial animation technologies that deliver lifelike characters, to a rich and immersive story that brings the fiction to life.

“This is an opportunity of a lifetime, and an honor for Sledgehammer Games.  Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare is the most ambitious and creative project we have ever worked on. From the endless research and thousands of production designs, to our incredible focus on the narrative and amazing attention to detail – we’re taking nothing for granted,” said Glen Schofield, co-founder and game director of Sledgehammer Games.   “Call of Duty connects with the fans on such a deep level, and crafting a new vision for the next generation has been so inspiring for us.”

Michael Condrey, co-founder and studio head of Sledgehammer Games added, “Glen and I created this team with the singular vision of delivering the best work of our lives.  We know we’re stepping into some pretty big shoes, but every day I’m amazed at the talent and focus at work here touching everything from the story experience to multiplayer.  We’re excited to lead the next chapter in this great franchise, and we can’t wait for November 4th.”

Starting today, fans can begin pre-ordering their copy of Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare at retail outlets worldwide.  The title is scheduled for release on November 4.  For the latest intel, check out:www.callofduty.com, www.facebook.com/callofduty, www.youtube.com/callofduty or follow @CallofDuty on Twitter and Instagram.  Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare is not yet rated.

JET CAR STUNTS – Ready, Set, Go!

2/5/2014

 
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Today, bitComposer Games and Grip Games take you on the racing tracks with the release of JET CAR STUNTS on STEAM! As a very special gift bitComposer Games will give away a free copy of the Arcade Space Shooter  ION ASSAULT HD to all those who purchase JET CAR STUNTS until the 8th of May. JET CAR STUNTS is now available on STEAM for the price of 9.99 €/ 9.99 $/ 7.99 £ at http://store.steampowered.com/app/274880
JET CAR STUNTS for PSN (PlayStation®3), Vita (PlayStation®Vita) and XBLA (Xbox360) is due to follow shortly. JET CAR STUNTS is also planned for PlayStation®4 and Xbox One®.
About JET CAR STUNTS!
Feel the rush of adrenaline on 36 tracks with lots of challenges, huge jumps and moving platforms and spirals. JET CAR STUNTS has three different game modes tasking players to finish the race using boost, sheer skill and ability.
 
Key Features
 
  • Compete with your Jet Cars in three different game modes (Platforming / Time Trial & Collector) and
  • Reach the unreachable in the new Puzzle Mode, while staying on the track!
  • Experience the game now with beautiful, improved HD graphics and an integrated damage system that makes your stunts look even more spectacular!
  • Set the fastest times! Pit yourself against the best of the best, beat the times of your opponents and set yourself apart!
  • Test your skills in multiple, challenging levels of difficulty!
  • 36 extraordinary courses that are more foe than friend!

Disney Infinity is going Super(hero) with its 2.0 Update as Marvel enters the toybox.

30/4/2014

 

DISNEY AND MARVEL TEAM UP FOR SUPER-POWERED SEQUEL - DISNEY INFINITY 2.0: MARVEL SUPER HEROES

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We all knew it was coming at some point and with Disney owning Marvel it was only a matter of time before the crossover was announced.
Today we saw our first glimpse of Disney Infinity 2.0 and to say it looked impressive is something of an understatement. The gameplay that you can see below shows the evolution of the title of course this may be due to the fact the game will be appearing on the XboxOne and PS4.
The first figure/characters shown are the Avengers who appeared in the recent film. Captain America, Black Widow, Hawkeye, Iron Man, Thor and the Hulk were all shown and you can see them in all their glory below.
For more images please check out our  Disney Infinity 2.0: Marvel Super Heroes Gallery
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TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE DARK SPARK MEGATRON REVEAL

29/4/2014

 
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Hey Transformers fans!

Activision Publishing Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard Inc. (NASDAQ: ATVI), and Hasbro Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) has today revealed new images of Megatron from TRANSFORMERS™: RISE OF THE DARK SPARK™, a video game complement to Paramount Pictures’ upcoming film, TRANSFORMERS: AGE OF EXTINCTION.

Spending countless cycles in the gladiatorial pits of Kaon taught Megatron that only the strong survive. Megatron secretly assembled an army of Decepticons in order to launch an attack for control of the planet Cybertron and has now set his sights on the Dark Spark to give him the power to overcome Optimus Prime and the Autobots.

TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE DARK SPARK will be releasing on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, Sony’s PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Nintendo’s Wii U™ system and the Nintendo 3DS™ handheld system and Windows PC.

TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE DARK SPARK is rated PEGI 12. Be sure to check out the latest information on the game at www.transformersgame.com.

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THE NEW ZOMBOSS DOWN DOWNLOADABLE GAME PACK BRINGS THE WEST TO PLANT VS ZOMBIES.

15/4/2014

 
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Starting today, the hilarious shooter Plants vs. Zombies™ Garden Warfareheads to the Wild West in Zomboss Down, the brand-new free* downloadable game pack. The new pack will feature even weirder shooter fun with the new Cactus Canyon Gardens and Graveyards Map, eight new playable characters, over 200 wild customization items, an increased Level cap from 20 to 30 for each character, and all-new challenges to accomplish on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system.

EA SPORTS 2014 FIFA World Cup - Screenshots

15/4/2014

 
With end of the regular football season fast approaching its almost time for the ultimate celebration of the round ball game. This year the world cup is in Brazil but with the help of EA sports you will be able to play it anywhere as long as you have a PS3 or Xbox360.
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Save up to 75% on Games on Demand, Movies and more on Xbox 360 - the Xbox Live Spring Sale Starts Today

15/4/2014

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Today sees the start of the Xbox Live Spring Sale, where Xbox Live members can enjoy great offers on a huge range of Xbox 360 content, including Games on Demand, Add-ons, Xbox Live Arcade games, movies and more.

Just some of the offers include fantastic savings on the fun-filled LEGO Marvel Super Heroes and the critically acclaimed Borderlands 2. Xbox Live members will also find offers on Season Passes for Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag™, Borderlands 2 and Saints Row IV in the sale. And it doesn’t stop at games, as you can also save up to 50% on selected movies.

Open to all Xbox Live members on Xbox 360, the Xbox Live Spring Sale will run until 21 April. For more information, please visit Major Nelson’s blog

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Project Totem coming this Autumn.

11/4/2014

 
By Matt Taylor
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Copenhagen studio Press Play have announced Project Totem for the Xbox One and the Xbox 360; a collaborative platformer from the Microsoft Studios developer which has been slated for Autumn 2014. 

Press Play are the same developer behind Xbox marketplace favourite Max: The Curse of Brotherhood. Promising high frame rates and local co-op, Project Totem seems to be borrowing some of the gameplay elements from Facepalm Games, “The Swapper”; and sees a single input controlling multiple totem pieces.

You can sign up for the closed Xbox One beta on Press Play’s site, or you can email the team directly at project-totem@pressplay.dk. 
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Titanfall will have paid DLC including a Season Pass

5/3/2014

 
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After quite a bit of miscommunication it appears the incoming behemoth that is Tiatnfall will have paid DLC. While this was expected its odd to note that the games developers keep contradicting themselves.

The price at least on the PC is £19.99 which for three content drops is not too bad.

follow this link for further details.

Epic Titanfall Launch Trailer is EPIC!

4/3/2014

 
By Steph Dumont
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Less than two weeks until Respawn's Titanfall drops! Weeks after the beta and with the all the chat across Facebook and Twitter, I for one am super excited for the full package deal now. 

All that slow-mo and EXPLOSIONS! GIMME!

 Trailer following at 1080p 60fps (but we're not having that discussion anymore).

Enable FULLSCREEN and VOLUME UP!
Source: http://www.titanfall.com/videos/titanfall-official-gameplay-launch-trailer

UK’s Best Call of Duty® Players Head to Los Angeles for the Call of Duty® Championship, presented by Xbox

3/3/2014

 
The best Call of Duty® players from across Europe descended on London this past weekend to battle it out in the Call of Duty® European Championships. 26 teams from the UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Netherlands, Sweden and the rest of Europe went head-to-head for a chance to represent their country at the Call of Duty® Championship, presented by Xbox being held 28th-30th March 2014 in Los Angeles for a share of the tournament’s $1 million total prize purse.

Hosted by Activision Publishing in partnership with Gfinity, TCM Gaming from the UK & ROI were crowned the Call of Duty European Champions, picking up the €15,000 prize pot in a tense final match with Epsilon eSports.

In addition to TCM Gaming and Epsilon eSports, TEC: Intensity and Team Orbit made up the top four teams from the UK & ROI to qualify for the global Call of Duty Championship, presented by Xbox – the first competitive prize tournament to be held on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft – at the end of March in Los Angeles.

Over the last month, more than 500 teams across Europe competed for a spot in the European Championships. The best teams from the Call of Duty European Championships will face-off against the world’s best players in California at the global Call of Duty Championship, presented by Xbox.

Congratulations to TCM Gaming and good luck to all the European teams who successfully qualified for the global Call of Duty Championship, presented by Xbox.
The full list of teams to qualify from Europe are:

Ø  TCM Gaming – UK/ROI

Ø  Epsilon eSports – UK/ROI

Ø  TEC: Intensity – UK/ROI

Ø  Team Orbit – UK/ROI

Ø  Vitality Rises – France

Ø  Vitality Returns – France

Ø  SK Gaming – Germany

Ø  Killerfish – Germany

Ø  Real Allstars – Benelux (Netherlands) 

Ø  Wizards – Spain

Ø  Lightning Pandas – Rest of Europe (Russia)

Ø  Sublime – Italy

Ø  Reign Mix – Nordic (Sweden)

Trailer and Release dates (including Vita news) for The Walking Dead: Season Two Episode 2 - 'A House Divided'

28/2/2014

 

Good News

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We are also pleased to announce that Episode 2 - 'A House Divided' will release onTuesday, March 4th for PlayStation 3 via PlayStation®Network in North America for $4.99 USD individually, or as part of a season pass option including access to Episodes 1-5 as they are released. The episode will also release on Tuesday, March 4th for PC/Mac via Steam, the Telltale Games online store, and other digital distribution outlets as part of a season pass.   

Good News but with a delay

Dates for Microsoft Xbox 360, PlayStation®Network in Europe, and the iOS App Store will be confirmed shortly. Please standby and stay tuned to @telltalegames on Twitter for further release date details as they become available. 
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Great News for Vita Owners

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We can also confirm today that the PlayStation Vita version of The Walking Dead: Season Two is tracking for release towards the end of March. Episode 1 and Episode 2 will be available for $4.99 USD each, or as part of a season pass option including access to Episodes 1-5 as they are released. 

Sponsored Video: Plants Vs Zombies Garden Warfare

28/2/2014

 
Popcap are bringing the fun back to the gun with the latest Third Person Shooter based around the Plants Versus Zombies franchise. Keen to emphasize that standard shooters are passé, they have drenched their game in the usual saccharine sweetness associated with the PvZ canon. The visuals look to have the usual honed polish and glitter, but will the gameplay shine through too? With weapons akin to a drunken blend of Borderlands,Team fortress  and Wacky Races this could be a fresh skew on the shooter genre. 
It seems that the zany weapons and madcap characters allow for a younger point of entry to the world of shooter games and actually seems like a clever way to grab a whole new audience who may be less inclined to the RTS style of playing. Popcap have a well known background in terms of producing accessible titles, but with deeper, addictive gameplay. Add to that the trademark humour Popcap are famed for and we could see a refreshing combination of fun and great visuals that could be a tonic for all Titanfall junkies.

With game features that are taking full advantage of the Frostbite 3 engine you will be able play 24 player multiplayer matches, take on the zombie horde with three online friends and, just for extra kicks, take to the Kinect, SmartGlass or even your controller in the all new Boss Mode. Customisation tools help you personalise your plants and zombies, and allow for you to add your own wacky slant to in-game characters.

All in all Garden Warfare could have the potential to go up against the big boys in the race to dominate the Xbox One titles.
This post has been sponsored by EA Games, but all thoughts are our own.

Free Ecto 1 anyone? Criterion offers Free Legendary Car DLC for Xbox 360 Today Only!

26/2/2014

 
By Steph Dumont
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Feel the need to head back to Paradise City for some old school boosting? (It's def in my stack of games to go back to)

If the answer is YES then you may been in for a treat as Criterion have today made the Legendary Car DLC available to download on the Xbox 360 for FREE in honour of Harold Ramis, who played Egon in the Ghostbusters films.
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The Legendary Car DLC gives you the chance to boost away through the streets of Paradise City in a Hunter Manhattan Spirit made to look like the Ecto 1 and also includes the Jansen 88 Special, Hunter Cavalry Bootlegger and the Carson GT Nighthawk. 

Available now on the Xbox Live Marketplace and you can set it to download later if you're otherwise engaged on your Xbox One via the link here, http://marketplace.xbox.com/en-GB/Product/Burnout-Paradise-Legendary-Cars-Collection/00000000-0000-400c-80cf-000645410806?cid=search 

This guy got some rad air.

Batman: Arkham Origins - Cold, Cold Heart story add-on announced

26/2/2014

 
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Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today unveiled the first details for Cold, Cold Heart; the action-packed story add-on for Batman: Arkham Origins. In this extensive story add-on, players will unearth the tragic origin story of Mr.Freeze and learn how he earned his role as one of Batman's arch nemeses. Cold, Cold Heart will be available for purchase on the PlayStation®Network, Xbox LIVE online entertainment network from Microsoft and Steam beginning April 22. This add-on pack will be available to players who have purchased the Batman: Arkham Origins Season Pass and are connected to the Internet, or it can be purchased separately.
Unfolding across iconic Gotham City locations, including Wayne Manor, Cold, Cold Heart equips players with the powerful Batman Extreme Environment (XE) suit and new gadgets including the Thermal Gloves and Thermocharged Batarangs. The game introduces several hours of all-new content in which players will battle through punishing, icy landscapes to witness Mr. Freeze's heart-pumping first encounter with the Dark Knight.

Risen 3: Titan Lords – Piranha Bytes Return To Their Roots With Classic RPG 

25/2/2014

 
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Piranha Bytes, the creators of Gothic and Risen, return to their origins with a new, classic RPG. Risen 3: Titan Lords pulls the player in to a handcrafted role-playing world full of rugged charm where every decision changes the course of the story. Risen 3: Titan Lords is set for release in August 2014 for the Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft and for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system as well as Windows PC. 

The key element of the cult Gothic series as well as Risen is the vivid world and the freedom to explore it. The world of Risen 3: Titan Lords will be diverse, authentic and full of life, providing the player with an authentic, classic RPG experience. 

“Like a carpenter with a handcrafted piece of furniture, we put together the story, the characters and the landscape until it all fits and the player has the possibility to discover things all around the place. You can try out and find things that others might not. Exploration is the key to our game”, says Bjoern Pankratz, Project Lead at Piranha Bytes. 

The world of Risen 3 is abandoned by all gods and suffers from the Titan Wars when a new threat rises from the soil. A young warrior is attacked from the shadows and deprived of his soul. He sets off to reclaim what is lost amidst the darkness that is spreading throughout the world. The banned Mages could be powerful allies on his quest. To get their help, he needs to find the Mage sanctuary on Taranis, also known as the Island of Thunder. Protected by the Guardians, the Mages search the mines of Taranis for crystals loaded with magic energy. Will the player join the Guardians to get in contact with the Mages? Or will he choose one of the other guilds in Risen 3 to reach his goals

THE WOLF AMONG US Episode 2 - 'Smoke & Mirrors'   Accolades Trailer -"You don't know me..."

21/2/2014

 
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In their review of 'Smoke & Mirrors' Nerdist said the episode "dials everything up to eleven," while Escapist described it as "deliciously dark." According to Joystiq, this latest installment in the season "guarantees we're in this for the long haul."

Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate – Deluxe Edition for Playstation®3, Xbox 360, Wii U™ and PC

20/2/2014

 
When it comes to Comic Book crossovers Rocksteady's Batamn was king of the hill. It captured the soul of the character and his erratic adversaries.
Then last year Batman moved to the Portable gaming world in the shape of Batman Arkham Origins Blackgate. This title however is now coming to a home system near you and from the look of things with a bit of a makeover to boot.
Below are some more details along with some screens and the all important announce trailer feast your senses Bat fans.
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Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment today announced Batman™: Arkham Origins Blackgate - Deluxe Edition for the PlayStation®3 system, Xbox 360® games and entertainment system from Microsoft, Wii U™ system and PC.  Developed by Armature Studio, the same team behind Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate for handheld, the game delivers the same dynamic story and gameplay, now in high-definition. Fans will be able to purchase the game from 2nd April on the PlayStation®Network, Xbox LIVE® Marketplace, Nintendo eShop and Steam for £15.99. 
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