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Ubisoft released today a new trailer for the upcoming Rocksmith 2014 Edition, the fastest way to learn guitar according to an independent national study by Research Strategy Group Inc.

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The trailer, “Lessons,” dives into the advanced guitar teaching Rocksmith 2014 Edition provides the player. Providing instant feedback after every lesson, Rocksmith 2014 Edition not only tells you what you did wrong, but details what steps you’ll need to take to fix it. With “Lessons,” you aren’t just learning to play a game; you are learning to play music.

With a completely redesigned interface, new songs, and all-new features, Rocksmith 2014 Edition is tailored to better teach the key elements of guitar playing. A new fully customizable “Riff Repeater” lets players select any section of a song they want to play, and repeat that section over-and-over until it’s mastered. Players can also set the starting difficulty level, speed, or play note-by-note through challenging parts, all on-the-fly. A new “Master Mode” makes playing by memory more approachable and new “Guitarcade” mini-games have been created to hone specific guitar skills. With these flexible and deep practice tools, it’s never been easier for players to play their favorite songs on guitar or bass.

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Rocksmith 2014 Edition contains over 50 new tracks including:

Aerosmith – Walk This Way

Alice In Chains – Stone

Arctic Monkeys – R U Mine?

Avenged Sevenfold – Bat Country

Bob Dylan – Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door

Iron Maiden – The Trooper

Jack White – Sixteen Saltines

Kiss – Rock And Roll All Nite

Mastodon – Blood and Thunder

Oasis – Don’t Look Back In Anger

Pantera – Cemetary Gates

Paramore – Now

R.E.M. – Losing My Religion

Radiohead – Paranoid Android

Rise Against – Savior

Slayer – War Ensemble

The Kinks – You Really Got Me

The Rolling Stones – Paint It, Black

The Shins – For A Fool

The Smashing Pumpkins – Cherub Rock (with pre-order only) The Smashing Pumpkins – The Chimera The Who – My Generation Weezer – Say It Ain’t So White Zombie – Thunder Kiss ‘65

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For additional information about Rocksmith 2014 Edition, please visit www.Rocksmith.com.

And here is the video we made back in September with Clare from RockSchool for the original Rocksmith:

Are you going to get Rocksmith 2014? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

Call of Duty: Ghosts Free Fall Downloadable Bonus Map Preview Video

Take the first look at the “Free Fall” downloadable bonus Multiplayer map for Call of Duty: Ghosts, in this behind the scenes video from Infinity Ward and Activision.

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Infinity Ward Executive Producer Mark Rubin and the Call of Duty: Ghosts development team discuss the moving environments featured on this dynamic map.

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Pre-order Call of Duty: Ghosts at GAME and get the map that drops you into a shattered skyscraper on the brink of collapse.

Buy a Nvidia Card GTX 600/700 Series; Get Batman : Arkham Origins for Free

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NVIDIA today has announced it is working with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and WB Games Montréal to make Batman: Arkham Origins, the next installment in the blockbuster Batman: Arkham videogame franchise, a technically advanced and intensely realistic chapter in the award-winning saga for PC players.

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Gamers who purchase a qualifying GPU from a participating partner will receive a free PC edition of Batman: Arkham Origins, which will be released worldwide on Oct. 25, 2013. Gamers who buy the GTX 660, 660 Ti, 670, 680, 760, 770  or 780 series graphics card by 31st January, 2014 for a full list of participating bundle partners, visit: http://www.geforce.co.uk/games-applications/pc-games/batman-arkham-origins/where-to-buy.

Developed by WB Games Montréal, Batman: Arkham Origins features an expanded Gotham City and introduces an original prequel storyline set several years before the events of Batman: Arkham Asylum and Batman: Arkham City.

NVIDIA Developer Technology Team has been working closely with WB Games Montréal to incorporate an array of cutting-edge NVIDIA gaming technologies including DirectX tessellation, NVIDIA TXAA antialiasing, soft shadows and various NVIDIA PhysX® engine environmental effects, such as cloth, steam and snow. Combined, these technologies bring the intricately detailed worlds of Gotham to life.

NVIDIA will be unveiling a sneak peek of Batman: Arkham Origins at PAX Prime in Seattle, during the NVIDIA stage presentation at the Paramount Theater on Monday, Sept. 2 at 10 a.m. PT. Entry is free.

Additionally, any PAX attendees that purchase a qualified bundle from the special kiosk at the NVIDIA booth on the show floor will receive for free a limited edition Batman lithograph — one of only 1,000 being produced.

 

See Batman : Arkham Origins Blackgate Gameplay

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Warner Bros. Interactive today has unveiled a new gameplay trailer for Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate entitled ”New Management”. In addition to showing off the art style and gameplay of the first Batman: Arkham handheld game, several of the villains Batman will tangle with in Blackgate Prison are shown.  One of the Dark Knight’s most famous enemies, Solomon Grundy, is also revealed to be part of the game for the first time.

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Developed by Armature Studio, Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate brings the core Arkham pillars to a handheld format for the first time to Sony and Nintendo handheld systems. Featuring stealth gameplay, free-flow combat, and Batman’s infamous gadgets, Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate captures the genuine Arkham feel players have come to appreciate. A companion game to Batman: Arkham Origins, players can continue the storyline of the console version and discover more details of the Dark Knight’s past. After gang-fueled uprisings occur within the walls of Blackgate Prison, Batman is called in to restore order and put an end to the rebellion before the chaos implodes. With gripping 2.5-D graphics, fully voiced narrative, and a captivating storyline, players will explore deep inside the bowels of this remote island penitentiary that plays an important role in the Arkham universe.

Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate will release on PlayStation Vita and Nintendo 3DS.  Batman: Arkham Origins developed by WB Games Montréal will be available for the PS3, Xbox 360, the Wii U, and Windows PC.  Both games will release worldwide on 25th Oct., 2013.

Microsoft Retires Xbox Live Marketplace

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Today Microsoft has retired the Xbox Live Marketplace is now rebranded as Xbox Games Store.

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In a statement to Joystiq, a spokesperson for Microsoft said:

That’s right, [Xbox Live Marketplace] is now called the Xbox Games Store, and will sit alongside the Xbox Music Store and Xbox Video Store. This is to make it easier for consumers to find content both on Xbox 360 today and Xbox One when it launches in November.

After nearly 8 year of Xbox Live Marketplace it is no more, as Microsoft is getting ready for the launch of Xbox One in November.

Get Ready to Hit the Gas Button for F1 2013

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Watch the new trailer from Codemasters for F1 2013 the new video is of in-game footage. F1 2013 will be available on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC from 4th October in Europe.

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The video shows Grand Prix winner Gerhard Berger taking the 1988 Ferrari F1-87/88C around classic racing track Circuito de Jerez, legendary former home of both the Spanish grand prix and European grand prix.

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Meet The Actors for AC4 – Black Flag (Video)

Watch the actors talk about Assassin’s Creed 4 Black flag that is featuring Matt Ryan (Edward Kenway), Mark Bonnar (Blackbeard), and Ralph Ineson (Charles Vane) discussing their characters in the game.

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Tales of Xillia DLC Now Out

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The latest DLC batch added to Tales of Xillia for the PS3 is a sweet tribute to the Tales series history: each of the 6 main characters’ wardrobe got a new set of costume and haircut from one of the heroes of the previous Tales games. Additionally, battle music changes when you wear one these costumes to match the game it’s taken from!

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The new DLC includes:

  • Jude is wearing the costume of Leon Magnus
  • Milla is dressed as Dhaos from Tales of Phantasia.
  • Alvin proves to be an amazing double of Kratos Aurion from Tales of Symphonia
  • Elize unveils for the very first time in 3D HD the costume of Mint Adenade from Tales of Phantasia.
  • Rowen demonstrates his magic skills in Barbatos Goetia’s suit from Tales of Destiny 2
  • Leia dresses as Farah Oersted from Tales of Eternia.

“Killer is Dead” is Out Now in Europe

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Deep Silver today releases the action game “KILLER IS DEAD” in Europe.  The game will be available in an exclusive “Fan Edition” that will be available at a price of £54.99.

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The “Fan Edition” will contain the following items in addition to the normal retail version of the game:

·        The “Smooth Operator Pack” containing four downloadable items:

o        An additional mission: Episode 51 – The Man Who Stole Blood

o        Gigolo Glasses: Mondo Zappa will receive special glasses that grants X-Ray vision, allowing him to reap extra enjoyment from the beauties in Gigolo Mode

o        A mysterious beauty named Betty for Gigolo Mode

o        Police bikini uniforms for Mika and Vivienne

  •      A poster showcasing the unique visuals of the game
  •      The full soundtrack by Akira Yamaoka on CD
  •      A full colour Art booklet
  •      The “Fan Edition” will come in exclusive packaging

A “Limited Edition” for “KILLER IS DEAD” is also available from today for PlayStation 3 / Xbox 360. This edition will contain the full “Smooth Operator Pack” downloadable content at no extra cost. This version of the game will have a price of £49.99.

 

One Piece: Pirate Warriors 2 Out Now for PS3

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NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe today announced that ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 2 for PlayStation 3 is now available at retailers and via digital download on PlayStation Network.

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Developed by Omega Force / TECMO KOEI GAMES CO., LTD., the latest game based on the best-selling manga of all time has reached European shores in three piratical editions – standard retail, Collector’s Edition and digital Robin’s Edition. Two years have passed since LUFFY and his friends were separated; Straw Hat Pirates’ odyssey now continues in the breath-taking New World! As in the ONE PIECE manga by Eiichiro Oda,

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Straw Hat Pirates’ will face plenty of pirates & marines to battle their way up to the top. Players will have the pleasure to live an amazing adventure and surprising battles with the “Pirates Log” mode, in solo or co-op mode with friends (Online and offline), as LUFFY, ZORO, TRAFALGAR LAW and many more characters. “After almost a year, we are happy to announce that ONE PIECE is back!” said Olivier COMTE, Senior Vice-President at NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe.

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With the Collector Edition including an exclusive LUFFY figurine and the digital Robin’s Edition available on day one through the PlayStation Network packed with exclusive scenarios and amazing costumes. Fans will be pleased with one of these two special editions!

For more information on the ONE PIECE games, please visit http://www.onepiece-game.com/ and http://www.namcobandaigames.eu

The Voice of Mario and Luigi to Visit John Lewis Oxford Street

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Nintendo fans will be given the ultimate chance to meet one of their heroes on the 7th September when Charles Martinet, the voice of Mario and Luigi, comes to John Lewis on Oxford Street in London for a special Mario themed event from Nintendo.

The event, which runs from 9.30am to 8pm on Saturday 7th September and 12.30pm to 6pm on Sunday 8th September, will cater to fans and shoppers of all ages. As well as meeting Mario and Luigi costume characters and Charles Martinet, Nintendo fans will have the chance to try out the latest Mario and Luigi games to come out on Wii U and Nintendo 3DS consoles.

There will also be an hourly Mario Kart 7 competition where the best racers can win a trophy and Nintendo themed colouring in books and jigsaws to keep younger fans entertained.

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Charles Martinet is an American voice actor who has played Mario since 1995. He also currently provides the voice for Luigi, Wario, Waluigi, Toadsworth, Baby Mario and Baby Luigi among other characters. He will join the Mario and Luigi costume characters at Nintendo’s fun filled event on Saturday 7th September between 11am to 1pm and 2pm to 4pm, where he will be available for autograph and photo opportunities.

Games available to play at the event include:

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  • New      Super Mario Bros. U
  • New      Super Luigi U

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  • Super      Mario 3D Land
  • Mario      Kart 7
  • Luigi’s      Mansion 2
  • New      Super Mario Bros. 2

Nintendo’s Mario themed event will take place at John Lewis Oxford Street, London from 7th-8th September 2013. Check Nintendo Facebook and Twitter channels for more details of this and upcoming events across the UK.

First Details of Skylanders Swap Force for the 3DS

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Activision Publishing, Inc., is gearing up to deliver the innovation of “dynamic swapability” to the top selling Nintendo 3DS this fall with the highly anticipated launch of Skylanders SWAP Force.

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The $1.5 billion Skylanders franchise continues to lead the video game industry in overall retail sales worldwide.2 The Nintendo 3DS version of Skylanders SWAP Force offers gamers a unique adventure complete with its very own story, levels and special starter pack characters. A truly complementary experience to the console version, Skylanders SWAP Force on Nintendo 3DS will hit retail destinations worldwide with three new characters – Rattle Shake, Volcanic Eruptor, and Free Ranger – which are not found in any other Skylanders Starter Pack.

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So if fans buy both a console version and the Nintendo 3DS version of Skylanders SWAP Force, then they will end up with four SWAP Force Skylanders, giving them 16 different combinations. “Skylanders fans have been very supportive in expressing what they’d like to experience in the Nintendo 3DS version of Skylanders SWAP Force, and we really took their input to heart,” said Alex Peters, Vice President, Activision Production. “The game plays smoother and crisper than ever before, and with kids’ collections becoming larger and larger, we were able to add more depth and gameplay variety than any other hand-held version of Skylanders.” The story of Skylanders SWAP Force on Nintendo 3DS begins in Boomtown, home of Skylands’ favourite pilot, Flynn. As the town is celebrating Flynn as their hometown hero, a new villain known as Count Moneybone sneaks his way into Boomtown to kidnap Cali, long-time friend to Flynn and the Skylanders.

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Now it’s up to Portal Masters everywhere to assemble the Skylanders and SWAP Force to save Cali and defeat the evil Count Moneybone. Skylanders SWAP Force gives kids an unprecedented level of choice by allowing them to swap the top and bottom halves of the toys to transform 16 SWAP Force characters into more than 250 unique combinations. Skylanders SWAP Force on Nintendo 3DS is compatible with all of the toys from Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure and Skylanders Giants; additionally, all of the characters’ abilities, levels and customization will carry forward to Skylanders SWAP Force.

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Like the game’s console version, the level cap for all characters has been raised from 15 to 20, enabling players to continue building the skills and experience of their favourite Skylanders. Skylanders SWAP Force on Nintendo 3DS, developed by n-Space, will be available on 13th October  in North America, 16th October  in Australia and 18th October in Europe. The game is rated E10+ by the ESRB. For more information, visit: http://www.skylanders.com.

Grand Theft Auto V: The Official Trailer for your viewing pleasure

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The official trailer for Grand Theft Auto V is here.

So what do you think? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

Metro: Last Light Tower Pack DLC out next week

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Deep Silver today announced that the ‘Tower Pack’ – the second piece of add-on content for 4A Games’ critically acclaimed Metro: Last Light – will be available worldwide on Steam and the Xbox Live on September 3rd, and will hit the PlayStation Network on September 3rd in North America and September 4th in Europe and the rest of the world.

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The Tower Pack represents a fearsome challenge for every Metro fan. Players have to fight their way up through a heavily guarded tower, a virtual combat simulator. Each level is increasingly difficult – packed with hordes of enemies, mutants and other deadly threats. The best players in this combat simulator will need to master Metro’s unique, hand-made weaponry and deep combat mechanics in order to reach the top of the global leaderboards.

The Tower Pack will cost just $4.99 / £3.99 / €4.99, and is the second of four add-on content packs to be included in the Metro: Last Light Season Pass, which at $14.99 / £11.99 / €14.99 offers a discount over buying the packs separately, and also includes an additional exclusive weapon, the Abzats.

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More details on the contents of the upcoming add-on packs for Metro: Last Light:

· The ‘Developer Pack’ boasts a fully stocked Shooting Gallery, the AI Arena and Metro Museum…  And a bonus solo mission – The Spiders’ Nest – offers some new tools for dealing with an infestation of the skittering Spider mutants

· Lastly the ‘Chronicles Pack’ will feature three original single player missions that cast the player as four of the game’s standout characters – Pavel, Khan & Ulman, and Anna – and explore their side-stories away from Artyom’s adventure

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And also here is our interview with Dmitry Glukhovsky:

Check our out review of Metro Last Light here.

For more information about Metro: Last Light, please visit www.enterthemetro.com.