Thursday, 28 March 2013

Toki Tori 2 on sale at launch

Looking to pick up Toki Tori 2 when it releases next week.

Well check out what you can expect to pay in each region. But of course the dev team have decided to take 10% off the prices listed well.

Did you know the South African Rand takes its name from the Witwatersrand, the ridge upon which Johannesburg is built and where most of South Africa’s gold deposits were found? Neither did we.

What we do know is that when Toki Tori 2 launches world wide on April 4th, it will have a launch discount of 10%, to thank you all for being patient with us!

The following list has the normal prices without the 10% launch discount.

14.99 EUR (Europe)
14.99 USD (USA)
12.99 GBP (United Kingdom)
19.99 CHF (Switzerland)
120 NOK (Norway)
125 SEK (Sweden)
112 DDK (Denmark)
60 PLN (Poland)
600 RUB (Russia)
19.99 AUD (Australia)
23.99 NZD (New Zealand)
14.99 CAD (Canada)
195 MXN (Mexico)
30 BRL (Brazil)
375 CZK (Czech Republic)
180 AZR (South Africa)

Ashes Cricket 2013 Commentators Reveiled

505 Games today announced the first three commentators to feature in the official ASHES CRICKET 2013 video game this summer. Lead commentator for Channel 5 in the UK and Australia’s Channel 9, Mark Nicholas, will be joined by ex-England head coach and Sky Sports pundit, David Lloyd and ex-Australian international and Channel 9 commentator Michael Slater.

Mark Nicholas acts as the lead commentator of the three. Although being an Englishman by birth, and playing for Hampshire for over 17 years, he has since made his name as a television presenter. Nicholas is the anchor of Channel 5 cricket coverage in the UK and also anchor of Channel 9 coverage during the Australian summer cricket season.

David Lloyd, affectionately known as Bumble, brings a wealth of experience and good humour to the game that cricket fans have come to expect from his dulcet tones. Famous for his array of catchphrases, such as “This pitch is as flat as a dodo” and "England have nothing to lose here, apart from this Test match", Bumble was England coach during the 1997 Ashes series before becoming a Sky Sports commentator in 1999.

Finally, ex-Australian international, Michael Slater completes the commentating line up. Known as 'Slats' in the commentary box, he has been commentating on Channel 9 for seven years. Slater played in four Ashes series, scoring 1669 runs including a remarkable seven hundreds. He played 74 Tests for Australia between1993 – 2001.

“Whether listening on the radio or watching on TV, commentary is a key part to the overall experience,” commented Ralph Pitt-Stanley, General Manager for UK & Export at 505 Games. “It was therefore important we faithfully replicated this in ASHES CRICKET 2013 and with Bumble, Nicholas and Slater we have three of the finest and most loved commentators in the game today.”

Further details on ASHES CRICKET 2013 will be revealed exclusively over the coming months via the official website community forums at www.ashescricket2013.com, via Facebook at /ashescricket2013 and twitter @ashescricket13.

Battlefield 4 interview: DICE leaves technology behind

The team over at Eurogamer have sat down with Patrick Bach, the Battlefield man about why no multiplayer details, if its coming to Wii U, PS4 or the new Xbox


What has jumped out in terms of feedback to the gameplay trailer?
Patrick Bach: In general we are extremely overwhelmed with positivity, if you look at the big picture. Then what pops out is, we want more. Where's multiplayer? That's good, probably. It's not good when people are upset, of course, but it's good people are interested.
It's part of the plan. We haven't planned it that thoroughly from that perspective. It's more like, what do we want to show first? Let's show something that explains the whole game as much as possible. Playing multiplayer in front of people doesn't give the audience the full picture. It's more about ticking off: what is new with the engine? What is new with the feature set? What is new with how we handle weapons? What is new with vehicles? We tried to integrate everything into one demo. It turned out to be the opening of the single-player campaign.


How did the DuckTales reveal go over with the crowd at PAX?

Square Enix Unveils Two New Games for Mobile Devices

LOS ANGELES (Mar. 28, 2013) – Square Enix Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX® interactive entertainment products in the Americas, today announced two new mobile releases available now: FINAL FANTASY® V for iPhone®, iPod touch®, and iPad® platforms and CHAOS RINGS® for the Windows Phone.

About FINAL FANTASY V
Return to the classic medieval tale of magic, monsters and friendship in FINAL FANTASY V. Twenty years after the original FINAL FANTASY V released in Japan, the classic RPG has found its way to mobile devices. Embark on an epic adventure as four heroes driven together by fate: Bartz and his Chocobo® companion, Princess Lenna of Castle Tycoon, the mysterious Galuf, and the pirate captain Faris.

The new mobile version includes the additional Gladiator, Cannoneer, Oracle and Necromancer jobs, as well as the optional boss, Enuo, designed by Tetsuya Nomura. The touch-screen controls and active-time battle system have also been optimized for fluid combat on mobile devices. There will also be plenty of achievements to be earned, along with Game Center support.

Product Overview
Title: FINAL FANTASY V
Platform: iOS (compatible with OS 4.3 or later)
Languages: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish & Chinese (Simplified & Traditional)
Pricing: $15.99

About CHAOS RINGS
CHAOS RINGS is a tale of love and loss 10,000 years in the making. Five couples from around the world are summoned together by a mysterious being known only as "The Agent." The Agent tells them that they must fight to the death in a tournament called the Ark Arena. Should they refuse, they will be killed. There is no escape. Thus, each couple, without knowing where they are or why they must fight, are swept away into a battle for their lives. The sole reward for the victors? The promise of eternal life...

Product Overview
Title: CHAOS RINGS
Platform: Windows Phone (compatible with Windows Phone 7.5; to be compatible with Windows Phone 8.0 at a later time)
Languages: English,
Pricing: $9.99
 
About Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix Group. The Square Enix Group operates a global network of leading development studios and boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property, including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 100 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 61 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon Out Now


28th March 2013 – Step into Luigi’s quaking shoes, strap on the Poltergust 5000 - the ghost-catching and puzzle-solving vacuum cleaner - and clear out all the ghosts in Luigi’s Mansion 2, launching exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems today.

Check out the latest trailers here:
Live Action Trailer 

Story Trailer




Luigi returns to help his mad-scientist friend, Professor E. Gadd, by sucking up the ghosts in each of the mysterious mansions filled with puzzling contraptions that must be manipulated to proceed. Armed with a torch and the Poltergust 5000, which can be upgraded with new features such as the Strobulb light to stun the wacky wraiths and the Dark-Light Device to reveal invisible clues and objects, Luigi is fully equipped to tackle any paranormal activity!

As you explore, keep a close eye on your surroundings and investigate every nook and cranny to bring the secrets of the mansions to light. Experimenting with the Poltergust’s functions to either suck things up or blow them away will often be key to making your way: rolling up a carpet may reveal a concealed switch, while peeling off loose wallpaper can expose a secret doorway. As you come up with different ways to use your tools, you’ll also uncover fiendishly hidden gems for your collection and gather stacks of cash to gain equipment upgrades.

The adventure is brought to life with rich, cartoon-like graphics in immersive auto-stereoscopic 3D. Each mansion has its own characteristics and equally the variety of ghosts roaming the mansions’ halls and rooms are full of personality, fun and mischief, lending a light-hearted touch to the exploration of the haunted houses.

In addition to the solo adventure, up to four players can get together locally or online to venture into the Thrill Tower in the multiplayer mode, where each controls a differently-coloured Luigi to tackle three varied challenges awaiting on its floors. In Hunter mode, work together to hunt down ghouls and clear each floor before the clock strikes zero. In Polterpup mode, chase the adorable ghost dog with your Dark-Light Device in tow to catch him. In Rush mode, frantically hunt for the escape hatch that allows your team Luigi to climb up to the next floor.

International critics have been enjoying Luigi's Mansion 2 as seen through the glowing reviews to date, including:

"Luigi’s Mansion 2 might be a sequel, but it’s one that shows Nintendo at its inventive best. It’s an essential game in the 3DS’ increasingly impressive line-up" - 9.3 - IGN

"The lengthy single-player experience, which should take most players more than 10 hours, is filled with clever puzzles, rewarding exploration, and smartly designed gameplay..." - 9.5 - Nintendo World Report

"Every haunted room seems to breathe with an inventive charm and delicate attention to detail that make this game one of the best reasons to own a 3DS" - 9.3 - GameTrailers

Luigi’s Mansion 2 makes its ghostly appearance across Australia and New Zealand today exclusively for Nintendo 3DS, both as a packaged game and as a digital download from Nintendo eShop.

Wednesday, 27 March 2013

Wii U Ubisoft Titles on Sale

Ubisoft have placed their Wii U titles on sale on the Wii U eShop.


As you can see, ZombiU and Assassins Creed 3 are included and are 50% off. But be quick this sale is only on until April 4th

Watch_Dogs - ctOS Threat Monitoring Report

The Wolverine Trailer

Army of Two - The Devil's Cartel - Out Now



Sydney, Australia – March 28, 2013 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced that Army of TWO™ The Devil’s Cartel is available today at retailers in Australia and will be available Friday, March 29 in New Zealand. Building on the dynamic co-operative gameplay the franchise is known for, Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel ups the ante further with deep customization and an intense story with unexpected twists and turns. The game introduces an innovative co-op feature called “Overkill” that rewards players for working together, allowing them to unleash the power of ultimate destruction.

“With Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel, our goal was to blend intense moment-to-moment, co-operative gameplay with the most explosive and epic moments you see in Hollywood’s biggest blockbuster action movies. And we are delivering just that – a summer blockbuster movie you can experience on your Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 right now with your friends,”said Julian Beak, Executive Producer, EA.

In Army of TWO The Devil's Cartel, players find themselves on the war-torn streets of Mexico as Alpha and Bravo, two operatives working for Tactical Worldwide Operations (T.W.O.), fighting for justice against the country’s most dangerous drug cartel. Featuring both online and split-screen co-op, Army of TWO The Devil's Cartel gives players the chance to distinguish themselves from their friends by providing a deeper and more advanced upgrade and customization system. From the mask that protects them in battle to the very weapons that keep them alive, players can customize their own Alpha and Bravo to create the deadliest mercenary team as they see fit.

Army of TWO The Devil's Cartel is now available on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system. This product is rated R18+ by the Australian Classification Board. You can watch the music video for the Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel theme song “Double or Nothing” starring Big Boi and B.o.B now at http://youtu.be/t9iD0JxmNdM. Become a fan on Facebook® atwww.facebook.com/armyoftwo or follow the game on Twitter® at www.twitter.com/armyoftwo. For more information on Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel, please visit www.armyoftwo.com/au

Tuesday, 26 March 2013

Battlefield 4 Gameplay Debut & Game Details








SYDNEY, MARCH 27, 2013 – Only in Battlefield™ can players go through a building instead of around it or eject from a jet and take out the enemy mid-free fall. Those incredible gameplay moments that blur the line between game and glory can only be created by players, and occur only in Battlefield. DICE, a studio of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA), today announced Battlefield 4™, a genre-defining action blockbuster launching in Spring 2013. Powered by the advanced technology of DICE’s proprietary Frostbite™ 3 engine,Battlefield 4 offers players a glimpse into the future of interactive entertainment – a future that is more human, dramatic and believable than anything before it. With more than 65 million players worldwide, the Battlefield series has consistently been praised by critics for its world-class multiplayer gameplay, and is recognized as the only game that allows players to own land, sea and air.

Battlefield 4 is a seminal moment for the Battlefield series as more award-winning, multiplayer game design elements are incorporated into the single-player campaign. In single-player, gamers will experience huge environments, a playground of destruction, access to an arsenal of vehicles and the ability to direct squad mates. Taking a page from the social aspect of multiplayer gaming, the single-player mode will now track players’ progress, adding an element of persistence and friendly competition to the campaign.
The game made its world debut today with a staggering 17-minute gameplay demo, available for view at Battlefield.com. The demo begins as the player – Recker – opens his eyes to discover that he is trapped in a rapidly sinking car with three of his squad mates. Shooting the window is the only way out. Panic and fear are pushed aside as Recker makes a difficult decision – take the shot and recover the intel but risk that not everyone will survive. The emotional demo features a cast of characters unrivaled in interactive entertainment. Players will learn how to work together in both the Campaign and Multiplayer, issuing squad orders and comparing achievements in both experiences. Adventure and Competition will unfold through a series of beautifully crafted locations constructed with some of the best art and sound design in modern shooters. All of this is only possible with Frostbite 3 – a new standard for interactive entertainment in 2013.

“We are so humbled and proud to debut Battlefield 4 on a global stage with simultaneous events in San Francisco and Stockholm. To be this early in development, and to already be so polished is a huge achievement for the DICE team and reflection of their passion and commitment to driving the franchise forward. Today’s demo was just the beginning -- we have so much more in store,” said Patrick Soderlund, Executive Vice President, EA Games Label.“It is thrilling to witness peoples’ reaction when seeing the game for the first time. It really makes you realize that we are at the beginning of a whole new era for gaming. As artists and craftspeople, we are focused on creating a dynamic, open design that brings people together with amazing, surprising unscripted moments that they’ll talk about for days. That’s the beauty of Battlefield.”

By pre-ordering Battlefield 4 at any participating retail outlet, gamers will receive a Premium expansion pack at no additional cost*. DICE also announced today Battlefield 4 Digital Deluxe, an Origin™ exclusive special edition that includes the base game and bonus in-game digital items. Players that pre-order Battlefield 4 Digital Deluxe* on Origin will also receive the Premium expansion pack as well as access to the exclusive Battlefield 4 multiplayer beta.
To view the first Battlefield 4 single player gameplay footage, please visitwww.battlefield.com. To join the conversation on Battlefield 4, please visithttp://www.facebook.com/battlefield, follow us on Twitter® at www.twitter.com/battlefield and #BF4, or sign up for the official Battlefield newsletter at www.battlefield.com

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Battlefield 4 Reveal Trailer

Battlefield 4 Screens

Ahead of the unveiling later today, the Battlefield Blog posted these screens.



Need for Speed Most Wanted U Review - Maxi Geek

Need for Speed Most Wanted U Review             



Need for speed has always been a series known for having amazing cars and great locations. However in the latest iteration of the long running series, both are on steroids here.



Gameplay
The NFS games have always provided you the option to dive some of the world’s most exotic cars, which for most of us, will probably never happen in the real world.  What sets this version of NFS apart from previous games is that, whilst labeled Need for Speed, this game is clearly Burnout. And there is nothing wrong with that.

We have been enjoying open world racers for years now, and whilst most of them contain some great racing tracks, providing some truly great experiences, the city’s themselves have been pretty bland. Fairhaven does not suffer from that; this city was built with verticality in mind. Developer Criterion games have built a great city, with some great driving spaces, but filling the world with billboards, gates and speed cameras adds a level of immersion most open world games don’t get.

Of course, all of this would be pointless if the driving physics was not there. Thankfully, and as is expected of the developer, driving any of the cars in NFS is amazingly simple. Drifting a supercar around the highway bends at 280 km/h provides an amazing sense of speed and satisfaction. Each car handles differently, and whilst some of the base level cars, your Ford Focus for an example, handle around the same. Once you start getting used to your new ride, drifting, handbrake turns and boosting feel second nature.



Graphics
Let’s get this out of the way now, this version of Need for Speed looks amazing. At any time, blazing around Fairhaven at any speed, the city looks awesome. Smashing through billboards sends pieces flying all over the place. Take out a fire hydrant and see water shoot up into the air. The way the world is lit up, more so at night, shows that Criterion know how to make a great looking game.

There is one fault with the graphics, they are meant to be shown at speed. Pull over under any tree or light pole and you will see some blocky shadows. But the chances of you actually taking your foot of the gas pedal are small, so you may not even notice it.

Each of the cars has been modeled with amazing detail, but nothing like your true racing sim’s. And let’s face it, that’s not what NFS is about. Bouncing around in your supercar while you avoiding cops, bashing into guard rails and even the police shows some an amazing level of detail of damage to the car. Crashing can even take out windows, but that’s about as far as it goes. If you’re looking for Burnout level of crashes here, then you’re going to sad as they don’t exist.



Sound
This is one area where I am really divided. Each car sounds amazing, having a good sound setup is crucial for any game, but car games even more so. The bass of your car engine is great, hearing your car scrape against a rail at 200 km/h is a treat for your ears. And thankfully the Cops, which have been a sore point in lots of other games, sound human in this one.

The cops will use a range of tactics, based on how you’re driving, so hearing them call out for back up, spike strips and road blocks will be different each time. Even the robotic dispatch officer’s voice is very cool, though she has less variety in what she says. The downside for me is the music.

Hearing classic songs like The Who’s “Won’t Get Fooled Again” whilst drifting around is awesome. But some the techno remixes are a pain to hear. Whilst music is subjective and it is hard to balance for everyone, it’s a shame that the music options are really limited. I have found myself turning the music down and the engine noise up, just so I don’t have to listen to DJ Fresh.

Final thought
Need for Speed is a great game, whilst I am reviewing the Wii U version, I won’t list specifics about what makes this game different the other releases. This is just how good the game is. From start to finish, the world is amazingly polished, with loads of things to do, plenty of cars to unlock and fantastic moments to be had.

If you’re looking for something to play, no matter what format you’re playing on, you can’t pass up Need for Speed Most Wanted.


Scrolls - Beta available soon



Due to hit PC towards the end of April in a beta release similar to that of Minecraft, Scrolls is a collectible strategy trading card style game.

Resident Evil Revelations : Rachel Gameplay

Monday, 25 March 2013

New Content is Heading to PlayStation®Plus


SYDNEY, 26 March, 2013 - Sony Computer Entertainment Australia (SCE Aust.) has today confirmed the April line-up for PlayStation®Plus (PS Plus)subscribers with favourites such as Okami HD, Lord of the Ring: War in the North and The Cave being introduced.  On top of this, SCE Aust. will also be offering newcomers 90 extra days free with the purchase of a one year subscription to the service. Fans that already have a current PS Plus membership can still take advantage of this deal and extend their membership by stacking on top of their current membership.

Grab your celestial brush and take on the role of Japanese Sun Goddess Amaterasu in Okami HD where you’ll use her magic to restore the world to its previous glory and defeat the destructive demon. Or test out the strengths of Farin, Andriel or Eradan as you battle through the iconic Middle-earth universe in Lord of the Rings: War in the North. If you’re still hungry for adventure, descend into the ancient and mysterious depths of The Cave and embark on an epic journey to discover where the most desired treasures can be found. All three titles will be available to play from 4th April onwards.

To take advantage of the fantastic offer, which allows you to buy a year’s subscription and get 90 days for free, fans can redeem a one year PS Plus subscription online or via PlayStation®Store until April 11th. New subscribers will automatically get an additional 90 days membership at no extra cost and existing members can also take full advantage of the offer by stacking on top of their current membership.

If that isn’t enough you can grab your PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) and enter a game of life or death in the novel-style title Zero Escape: Virtues Last Reward, which will be available on PS Plus from 11th April, or try using your magical skills to help characters find their way in Thomas Was Alone,narrated by Danny Wallace and available from the 25th April.
PS Plus subscribers receive an array of exclusive features and access, including 2GB cloud storage (1G for PS3 & 1G for PS Vita ) for game saves which will be welcomed by members keen to take advantage of the Instant Game Collection. Automatic update and beta accessas well as a huge collection of exclusive dynamic themes and PlayStation®Network avatars, makes PS Plus the place to be in 2013.
PS Plus is now available on PS Vita, extending the service to two platforms for a single price of AUD$69.95 for a one-year subscription or AUD$19.95 for a 90 day subscription will give users the same fantastic features including exclusive access, special features and huge discounts.

FINAL FANTASY X/X-2 HD Remastered Announcement Trailer

Making of Razer Edge

Assassin's Creed 4 Black Flag - Gameplay Trailer

Krieg the Psycho Character Reveal Trailer


2K and Firaxis Games Announce XCOM: Enemy Unknown Coming to iOS




Saturday, 23 March 2013

FUSE launches May 30th



Sydney, Australia. — March 24, 2013 — A new kind of arms race is about to begin. Today, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Insomniac Games announced that the four-person co-op action shooter – Fuse™ – will launch on May 30 in Australia and on May 31 in New Zealand. Fuse thrusts players into the roles of four elite, covert agents – Dalton Brooks, Izzy Sinclair, Jacob Kimble and Naya Deveraux – each with their own xenotech weapon and set of unique skills used to fight to protect mankind from a deadly alien energy source known as fuse. Developed by the critically-acclaimed independent studio, Insomniac Games, Fuse will mark the company’s first multiplatform release when it becomes available for PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system this autumn.
“Insomniac Games is known for delivering best-in-class weaponry that breaks the mold of traditional video games – and Fuse is no different,” said Ted Price, CEO and Founder of Insomniac Games. “These xenotech weapons further the innovation players will find in this unique, action co-op shooter. We can’t wait to bring Fuse, our first multi-platform game, to gamers worldwide this May.”
Players who pre-order Fuse from select retailers will be able to unlock special armor and weapon customization for each of the game’s four elite agents. These weapons can be used to bolster their characters’ respective arsenals through increased damage on all one-handed weapons.
The pre-order bonuses include:

• Four Hyperion Prototype Agent Armor Skins—Upgrade your agents’ look with four special, state-of-the-art armor skins discovered inside the top-secret Hyperion Base.

• Four Hyperion Prototype Weapon Skins—Customize your Fuse weapons with four skins based on each of the original prototypes developed inside Hyperion Base.

• Quickdraw Team Perk—Increase your damage with this team perk adding powerful Fuse elements to all one-handed weapons for all four characters in your squad.

Fuse is a four-person co-op, story-driven, action game that allows even solo players to experience the unique attributes of each agent by using the game's LEAP feature – a feature that can be used to switch the player between the four characters at-will during combat. Each covert agent is equipped with unique skills and weapons that are not only necessary for survival, but also help create unexpected and extraordinary results. Xenotech weapons are powered by a volatile alien substance that gives players unique capabilities that expand their strategic options in and out of combat. Through lethal teamwork, players can complete objectives and kills to earn Fuse points for powerful upgrades. Players can also play online* or offline and level up along unique character paths, allowing players to unlock more powerful Fuse-driven abilities as the game progresses. In addition, the game's progression system is unified between different play modes, allowing players to continue improving their agents regardless of how they play.
Created and developed by Insomniac Games, Fuse will be available on May 30 in Australia and May 31 in New Zealand for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. For more information on Fuse, please visit www.fusegame.com/au, and for the latest news visitwww.facebook.com/fusegame or follow on Twitter at www.twitter.com/insomniacgames.

Friday, 22 March 2013

Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara

Dungeons & Dragons: Tower of Doom and its sequel Dungeons & Dragons: Shadow over Mystara, the classic arcade beat-'em-up adaptations of Wizards of the Coast's pen-and-paper RPG are BACK, remastered and refined for the modern age. These games are returning with updated HD graphics and a wealth of other enhancements as a definitive double pack, titled Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara. The double-pack is set for a June digital release on Playstation 3, Xbox 360, Wii U, and Windows PC, developed for Capcom by Iron Galaxy and priced at $14.99/€14.99/£11.99/1200MSP. Hit the jump for more info, screenshots, and of course, that sweet sweet announcement trailer.

Ducktales Remastered



Features
- using the pogo ability has been made easier, requiring just a jump and then the press of another button
- maps feature built-in guidance 
- one level in the original that had to be played 3 different times has now been reworked to allow for one playthrough to obtain all items needed
- these options can be turned off for a more classic experience
- one of the layout artists who worked on the cartoon helped with the game
- new introduction and end of level scenes for each level
- a generic bat found in one area of the original game has been replaced with a copy of the bat that appears in the introduction to the original television show
- features galleries, the ability to unlock a rare full-length version of the TV show's theme song and even the ability to swim Scrooge around through the gold in his vault
- the amount of coins that Scrooge swims around in will be directly impacted by how many gems the player has discovered
- features new end level
- removed the ability to skip through the entire African Mines level
- the shortcut is still there, but now the reward is some items

BioShock Infinite - Creating Elizabeth Trailer

Eidos-Montreal and the Thief Legacy

Need For Speed: Most Wanted U Most Wanted Race Gameplay

Duke Nukem 3D Megaton Edition - Launch Trailer

Trials Evolution: Gold Edition - Out now for PC

Army of TWO™ The Devil's Cartel: Launch Trailer

Splinter Cell: Blacklist Developer Walkthrough

Battlefield 4 Teaser Trailer

Wednesday, 20 March 2013

Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate - Whats New?


Deus Ex Human Revolution - Directors Cut Screens








DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION - Directors Cut

Montréal (March 20, 2013) – Eidos Montréal®, a Square Enix® studio, today announced the Director’s Cut of DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION®, the definitive version of the critically acclaimed action-RPG title, is coming soon exclusively to Nintendo’s Wii U™ system.

The Director’s Cut offers a full slate of Wii U™ GamePad features including touch-screen hacking, interactive map editing, augmented sniping, grenade throwbacks and many other neural hub enhancements. Along with in-depth Miiverse™ integration, the Director’s Cut also provides access to developer commentaries and in-game guides.

Tongs’s Rescue mission and the entire Missing Link chapter have also been integrated seamlessly into the narrative flow of the Director’s Cut. Other core DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION augmentations include overhauled boss fights, refined game balance and combat, improved AI, and striking visual improvements which make this edition the best looking and most immersive Deus Ex experience available.

For more information about DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION – Director’s Cut, log on to http://www.DeusEx.com.

About DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION – Director’s Cut
Praised for its in-game art and cinema-quality storyline, DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION has garnered critical acclaim from the media and consumers alike since its original release in August 2011. Director’s Cut features include visual improvements, overhauled boss fights, reinforced combat mechanics and much more making it the ultimate HUMAN REVOLUTION experience.

In DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION, the year is 2027– a time of great innovation in neuroprosthetics, but also a time of chaos, conspiracy, and social divide. Adam Jensen, a man cybernetically augmented against his own choice, finds himself in the middle of a mysterious, global plot to which he holds the key. By offering players vastly different ways to play, DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION challenges the foundation of gaming and provides an immersive experience where every choice has a lasting consequence.

About Eidos-Montreal
Founded in 2007, Eidos-Montreal is a leading video game development studio in Montreal. Embracing the philosophy to always pursue excellence in the development of games and create immersive, captivating experiences for players, Eidos-Montreal made its mark on the video game world with the release of its first video game, the critically acclaimed and best-selling Deus Ex: Human Revolution. Eidos-Montreal is part of Square Enix Europe.

About Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix Group. The Square Enix Group operates a global network of leading development studios and boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property, including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 100 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 59 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER, which has sold over 35 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

EA LAUNCHES NEED FOR SPEED MOST WANTED U TODAY

Sydney, Australia — March 21, 2013 – Ready, set, floor it! EA and Criterion Games announced today that Need for Speed™ Most Wanted U, the Nintendo Wii U™ enhanced version of the critically acclaimed Need for Speed Most Wanted, is now available at Australian retail stores. Whether gamers are playing with friends or family in the living room or competing against others in the connected open world through Autolog 2, Need for Speed Most Wanted U makes the race to become Most Wanted more fun, more social and more interactive than ever before.


Tuesday, 19 March 2013

Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Review

Gears of War: Judgement Review

Deus Ex: Human Revolution Director's Cut for Wii U?

Amazon have posted a listing for Deus Ex: Human Revolution Directors Cut. The listing has since been removed, but was this a little early with SqaureEnix promising a reveal of a new Wii U title at PAX East.



This item will be released on May 7, 2013.

Ultimate Deus Ex: Human Revolution experience : take advantage of a multitude of improvements, features and additional content that bring this already critically-acclaimed adventure towhole new levels

Tap into the Wii U?s GamePad true potential: Adam Jensen?s newest augmentation, the Neural Hub, offers an immersive and empowering experience, right at the tips of your fingers

Absolute fusion of action and role-play: A unique combination of action-packed close-quarter takedowns and intense shooting, offering a vast array of augmentations and upgrades for the many weapons at your disposal

Multi-solution structure: Choose how to accomplish each mission using combat, hacking, stealth or social mode to create a customized experience to suit any gaming style
Diverse customization: Engage in combat and challenges utilizing deep, specialized character augmentations and weapon upgrades

Ashes Cricket 2013 - Coming Soon

This summer, 505 games puts you in control of the ultimate rivalry in Test cricket with ASHES CRICKET 2013. To be released for the start of the 2013 Investec Ashes Series, ASHES CRICKET 2013 offers unique and realistic features for cricket fans and gamers alike.



Whether playing on X360, PS3, Wii U or PC, dynamic game play adds variety to each match. Players will have to adapt to varying and altering pitches; whether it’s a green seaming wicket or deteriorating fifth day pitch susceptible to spin and bounce. Weather forecasts will also change, altering the course of the match; overcast conditions will be more conducive to swing, while sunny days are a batsman’s paradise.

ASHES CRICKET 2013 includes a brand new game engine creating a truly authentic gaming experience. Batsmen have 360 degree control over shot placement, requiring impeccable placement and timing to build an innings. A new line and length bowling system gives bowlers the tools to set plans for batsmen throughout a day’s play and players have complete freedom to set a field of their choice. For those who prefer to be led however, there are options for intelligent automatic field placement.

Connoisseurs of the game will be able to play the complete 2013 Investec Ashes Series, with official England and Australia teams, however those more interested in the short form of the game can take on the rest of the world in limited overs tournaments and leagues.

“We are delighted to be able to announce some of the key features for ASHES CRICKET 2013,” commented Ralph Pitt-Stanley, General Manager for UK & Export at 505 Games. “This game has been created with real cricket fans and players in mind. The new engine allows players to mimic a cricketers most important attribute, his technique.”

Further details on ASHES CRICKET 2013 will be revealed exclusively over the coming months via the official website community forums at www.ashescricket2013.com, via Facebook at /ashescricket2013 and twitter @ashescricket13.

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LEGO® CITY UNDERCOVER: THE CHASE BEGINS SETS OFF ON 27th APRIL ON NINTENDO 3DS


19th March 2013 – Nintendo announces that LEGO CITY Undercover: The Chase Begins, exclusive to the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, launches in Australia and New Zealand on 27th April 2013. The handheld title puts the action of LEGO CITY into the palms of players’ hands allowing for portable exploration as Chase McCain.



Developed by TT Games, LEGO CITY Undercover: The Chase Begins is a prequel to the upcoming Wii U title and stars Chase McCain as a rookie cop on his first exciting adventure in LEGO CITY. Explore a city full of LEGO bustling with wacky characters, brought to life on your Nintendo 3DS, and learn the ropes of police work with Chase McCain, donning disguises for special skills when solving missions and fighting crime on the city’s streets. You can call up your Scanner from the Touch Screen and move your Nintendo 3DS, utilising the motion sensors, to analyse the LEGO CITY environment for audio or visual clues. On your first job as a cop you encounter the crime kingpin Rex Fury and it’s your mission to put him behind bars!



In upcoming Wii U exclusive LEGO CITY Undercover, set after the events of the Nintendo 3DS version, Rex Fury has escaped from prison! LEGO CITY fans looking forward to recapturing Rex can now also get to know the city's colourful cast of characters in a series of webisodes onYouTube. In the series of six webisodes leading up to the launch of LEGO CITY Undercover, fans can discover the stories behind Chase McCain and other key players in the hunt for Rex Fury, including Chief Dunby, the head of the LEGO CITY Police Department; Chase's bumbling buddy Frank Honey; colleague Ellie Phillips, who chimes in through the GamePad; Natalia Kowalski, Chase’s girl who’s gone into witness protection; and a host of bad guys Chase must defeat to bring Rex Fury to justice.



Fight crime on the go with Chase McCain in LEGO CITY Undercover: The Chase Begins for Nintendo 3DS which launches across Australia and New Zealand on 27th April, or do some police homework from the comfort of your sofa in LEGO CITY Undercover for Wii U which launches on 28th March, available as a packaged game or as a digital download via Nintendo eShop.