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Skylanders Trap Team Club lands at GAME

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Chris Hare

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Oct 15, 2014

Capture evil and unleash good as an all new cast of heroes joins the Skylanders Trap Team Club at GAME.

This October, Portal Masters up and down the country will have the chance to become members of the exclusive Skylanders Trap Team Club, launching only at GAME. Fans of the franchise will be able to join new characters, the Trap Masters, as they explore the world of Skylands and take on the ultimate challenge against Kaos.

The new club will make getting to know the new Skylanders Trap Team characters and the amazing world of the Skylands even more rewarding. Members can make Trap Team friends and be kept up to date with all the latest news, not to mention, the chance to get their hands on a whole host of extra content; from Topps trading cards to exclusive Skylander Swap Force characters. This exciting club will help fans of to embark on a new adventure trapping bad guys with the power of Traptanium and using their awesome powers for good.
If that wasn’t enough, club members who recommend their friends will receive a starter pack for Skylanders Spyros adventure on Xbox 360 or PS3.

If you want to join Gusto, Dark Food Fight and friends in the Skylanders Trap Team Club, simply check out: www.game.co.uk/skylandersclub for details on how to become an instant member. To get your hands on new characters, simply pop into your local store or visit www.game.co.uk for more information.

Far Cry 4 Exclusive PS4 Co-Op gameplay videos

Andrew Edney

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Oct 14, 2014

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Ubisoft recently took me to Paris to look at Far Cry 4 and they allowed me to capture some of my gameplay – here are some co-op gameplay videos.

Far Cry 4 is an open-world, first-person shooter that delivers the most expansive and immersive Far Cry experience ever. Players find themselves in Kyrat, a breath-taking, perilous and wild region in the Himalayas struggling under the regime of a despotic self-appointed king. Using a vast array of weapons, vehicles, and animals, players will write their own story. For the first time ever, with Guns for Hire, players can invite a friend or AI companion to join them in the exotic open world, providing an exponential expansion of possibilities.

Far Cry 4 takes you to Kyrat, a mountainous paradise nestled in the Himalayas. Torn apart by civil war where the Kyrati people, led by the Golden Path, fight to take the power back from Pagan Min’s dictatorship.

All gameplay videos were captured from the PS4 version of the game using a build that was around 6 weeks old at the time of capturing, so if you see any little glitches or bugs they have most likely been fixed now.

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Gameplay Video 4:

Far Cry 4 will be available worldwide on November 18^th 2014 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360 and PC.

Far Cry 4 Exclusive interview with Phil Fournier with PS4 gameplay

Andrew Edney

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Oct 14, 2014

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Ubisoft recently took me to Paris to look at Far Cry 4 – and in this interview I talk with Production Manager Phil Fournier.

Far Cry 4 is an open-world, first-person shooter that delivers the most expansive and immersive Far Cry experience ever. Players find themselves in Kyrat, a breath-taking, perilous and wild region in the Himalayas struggling under the regime of a despotic self-appointed king. Using a vast array of weapons, vehicles, and animals, players will write their own story. For the first time ever, with Guns for Hire, players can invite a friend or AI companion to join them in the exotic open world, providing an exponential expansion of possibilities.

Far Cry 4 takes you to Kyrat, a mountainous paradise nestled in the Himalayas. Torn apart by civil war where the Kyrati people, led by the Golden Path, fight to take the power back from Pagan Min’s dictatorship.

So over to Phil – and there is also some brand new gameplay captured from the PS4 version:

Far Cry 4 will be available worldwide on November 18^th 2014 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360 and PC.

Far Cry 4 Exclusive interview with Alex Hutchinson with PS4 gameplay

Andrew Edney

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Oct 14, 2014

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Ubisoft recently took me to Paris to look at Far Cry 4 – and in this interview I talk with Creative Director Alex Hutchinson.

Far Cry 4 is an open-world, first-person shooter that delivers the most expansive and immersive Far Cry experience ever. Players find themselves in Kyrat, a breath-taking, perilous and wild region in the Himalayas struggling under the regime of a despotic self-appointed king. Using a vast array of weapons, vehicles, and animals, players will write their own story. For the first time ever, with Guns for Hire, players can invite a friend or AI companion to join them in the exotic open world, providing an exponential expansion of possibilities.

Far Cry 4 takes you to Kyrat, a mountainous paradise nestled in the Himalayas. Torn apart by civil war where the Kyrati people, led by the Golden Path, fight to take the power back from Pagan Min’s dictatorship.

So over to Alex – and there is also some brand new gameplay captured from the PS4 version:

Far Cry 4 will be available worldwide on November 18^th 2014 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360 and PC.

First Details of WWE2K15 Showcase Season Pass

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Chris Hare

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Oct 14, 2014

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First Details of WWE2K15 Showcase Season Pass

Today 2K has revealed the contents of the upcoming WWE2K15 ‘Showcase Season Pass’ which will add new storylines, and matches and of cause extra wrestlers to the games Showcase mode.

Also each content pack will be sold individually although all content is in the Season Pass for a reduced price. Currently there is only US pricing, so waiting for information on the UK pricing.

With IGN have listed the content as :-

2K Showcase: One More Match

Story focused on the rivalry between WWE Superstars Randy Orton and Christian in 2011,
Playable WWE Superstars: Christian, Randy Orton, Edge, Mark Henry and Sheamus,
Playable arenas from 2011: SmackDown, Extreme Rules, Over the Limit and Capitol Punishment,
2K Showcase: One More Match will be available for a suggested price of $9.99.

2K Showcase: Hall of Pain

Story focused on top matches for WWE Superstar Mark Henry,
Playable WWE Superstars: Mark Henry, Big Show, Kane, Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso, Sheamus, The Great Khali, Randy Orton, Daniel Bryan and Ryback,
Playable arenas: SmackDown (2011), Vengeance(2011) and WrestleMania 29;
2K Showcase: Hall of Pain will be available for a suggested price of $9.99.

2K Showcase: Path of the Warrior

Story focused on the career of WWE Hall of Famer Ultimate Warrior;
Playable WWE Hall of Famers: Ultimate Warrior, Hulk Hogan, Andre the Giant and Sgt. Slaughter;
Playable WWE Legends: Honky Tonk Man, Rick Rude, Macho King and Colonel Mustafa;
Playable WWE Superstars: Undertaker and Hunter Hearst Helmsley;
Access to WWE Hall of Fame ring announcer Howard Finkel and WWE managers Jimmy Hart, Bobby Heenan, Paul Bearer, Sherri, Sid Justice and General Adnan,
Playable arenas: WrestleMania VI, VII and XII; SummerSlam (1988, 1990 and 1991); Saturday Night’s Main Event XXIV and Madison Square Garden,
2K Showcase: Path of the Warrior will be available for a suggested price of $9.99.

WCW Pack

Playable WCW Superstars: Fit Finlay, Lord Steven Regal, Bam Bam Bigelow, Diamond Dallas Page and Lex Luger,
The WCW Pack will be available for a suggested price of $7.99.

New Moves Pack

Moves Pack: More than 30 new moves, including an alternate version of Sister Abigail (performed from the ring corner and made popular by Bray Wyatt) and Multiple Gut Wrenches (made popular by Cesaro),
The New Moves Pack will be available for a suggested price of $3.99.

NXT Arrival

Playable NXT Superstars: JBL, Adam Rose and The Ascension (Konnor and Victor),
Playable NXT Diva: Emma,
NXT Arrival will be available for a suggested price of $6.99.

Linksys Adds Gigabit Switch to WRT Product Line

Jim McCarthy

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Oct 14, 2014

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Linksys has added a gigabit switch to the WRT product line. Intended to stack with a WRT-1900 AC router, this 8 port switch looks to be interesting. Read on for details!

Linksys has added a gigabit switch to the WRT product line. Intended to stack with a WRT-1900 AC router, this 8 port switch looks to be interesting. Here is the press release:

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LINKSYS 8-PORT SWITCH, FIRST IN THE LINE OF NETWORKING PERIPHERALS

MADE TO COMPLIMENT THE AWARD WINNING WRT ROUTER

New Linksys WRT 8-Port Gigabit Switch

Expands the Number of Wired Connections on a Home Network

Irvine, Calif. – October 14, 2014 – Linksys®, a leading brand in wireless networking, today announced the Linksys WRT 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch (SE4008), the first in a lineup of new networking peripherals made to compliment the award winning Linksys Wireless-AC Dual Band Wireless Router (WRT1900AC). With sleek lines and designed to physically stack below the WRT1900AC router, the WRT 8-port switch expands a home network while reducing the clutter and creating a clean “stack” of vital networking components. Offering easy connectivity of up to eight devices, the new WRT Switch brings maximum Gigabit transfer speeds to wired products such as game consoles, printers, hard drives, IP cameras and more.

“This 8-Port Switch was designed and developed for our loyal WRT router fans. As with the legacy WRT router line, we had stackable solutions to help make it easier to connect other products, save space on the desktop all while building a tower of networking solutions that were all in one place and simple to access, said, Mike Chen, Linksys vice president of product management. “Our introduction of the WRT 8-port switch is our first in a line-up of networking peripherals that will stack below our flagship WRT router to enhance the performance or use of a home network.”

At a Glance Features:

Eight Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver speeds up to ten times faster than Fast Ethernet
Space-Saving Design: Build up the WRT system while saving desktop space with the switch’s unique stackable design
Quality of Service (QoS): Prioritize network traffic such as video and audio applications for optimal streaming from a connected router
Auto-Sensing Ports: Advanced ports maximize data flow rates to connected devices. Additionally, when a connected device is turned off or not in use, the SE4008 will place the port in power-saving mode
Easy Setup: Simply plug a router into the switch and instantly connect devices to your Wi-Fi network
LED Indicators: Located on the front of the switch for simple troubleshooting

Network Switch Adds Connectivity to your Network

From surfing the Web to creating a robust local area network, you’ll experience exceptionally fast wired speeds and versatile connectivity with our SE4008 WRT Switch. The switch fits below the WRT1900AC router (sold separately), while also compatible with other routers, to create a powerful and space-efficient WRT network.

8-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch For The Fastest Wired Speeds

Easily connect a gaming console, an IP camera, an external hard drive, or other devices to a home or office network and take advantage of ultra-fast wired Internet speeds. The switch is outfitted with eight Gigabit Ethernet ports that deliver speeds of up to 1,000 Mbps—up to 10 times faster than a traditional Fast Ethernet (10/100) connection. Quality of Service (QoS) technology helps prioritize video and audio applications for better streaming.

Perfect With The WRT1900AC Router

With its sleek lines and designed to physically stack below the WRT1900AC, the SE4008 is a perfect match for the iconic WRT1900AC router (sold separately)–allowing users to expand their local area network and connect devices to the Internet without taking up additional shelf space. The switch is also compatible with most other Wi-Fi routers.

Power-Saving Mode Helps Reduce Energy Use

To maximize energy efficiency and help you save on your electric bills, the SE4008 automatically enters into power-saving mode when it detects that a port is not in use or a connected device is turned off.

Pricing and Availability

The SE4008 8-Port Gigabit Switch is available today for an MSRP of $69.99 at major retail and online resellers as well as the Linksys store.

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Note that US MSRP is $69.99 and is available right now. I have a review unit; this is a nice switch. I’ll be publishing a review soon so stay tuned!

Watch the Story Trailer for Assassin’s Creed Rogue

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Chris Hare

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Oct 13, 2014

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Watch the Story Trailer for Assassin’s Creed Rogue

Today Ubisoft has released a new trailer showing how Shay became a Templar and decided to turn his blade against his former brothers in Assassin’s Creed Rogue Story Trailer.

Available 11th November in North America with the UK get a release date of 14th November, exclusively on Xbox 360 and PS3 with the PC out early 2015.

Brand new Assassin’s Creed Rogue Gameplay

Andrew Edney

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Oct 13, 2014

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As well as Assassin’s Creed Unity, Ubisoft will be releasing Assassin’s Creed Rogue next month, and we have some brand new gameplay for you.

1751. North America. Amidst the chaos and violence of the French and Indian War, Shay Patrick Cormac, a fearless young member of the Assassins order, undergoes a dark transformation that will shape the future of the brotherhood forever. After arguing over a dangerous mission gone tragically wrong, Shay is betrayed by the Assassins who attempt to end his life. Cast aside by those he once called brothers, Shay sets out on a mission to wipe out all who turned against him and ultimately become the most feared Assassin hunter in history.

Introducing Assassin’s Creed Rogue, the darkest chapter in the Assassin’s Creed franchise yet. As Shay, you will experience the slow transformation from Assassin to Assassin Hunter. Follow your own creed and set off on an extraordinary journey through New York City, the wild river valley, and far away to the icy cold waters of the North Atlantic in pursuit of your ultimate goal to bring down the Assassins.

Here is the brand new gameplay for you:

Assassin’s Creed Rogue will be released November 11th on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

Watch the launch trailer for Borderlands The Pre-Sequel

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Chris Hare

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Oct 13, 2014

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Watch the launch trailer for Borderlands The Pre-Sequel

Out this week for 2K and Gearbox, with 2K Australia as the leading the development, are releasing ‘Borderlands The Pre-Sequel’ for Xbox 360 and PS3.

The game will enable players to discover the story behind Borderlands 2’s villain, Handsome Jack, and his rise to power in this brand new game in the Borderlands series.

With the game taking place between the original Borderlands and Borderlands 2, the Pre-Sequel gives you a whole lot of new gameplay featuring the genre fusion of shooter and RPG gameplay that players can’t get enough of. Play as four new bad ass character classes as you take on the corrupt Dahl forces on Pandora’s moon, Elpis, under the leadership of Handsome Jack

Releasing in the US on 14th October and 17th October in the UK and Europe.

Review: Roccat Tyon Gaming Mouse

Chris Hare

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Oct 13, 2014

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Here is the review of the new gaming mouse from ROCCAT called Tyon, this mouse offers 16 assignable buttons, 31 distinct possible functions, and a nearly limitless levels of customization thanks to ROCCAT’s dedicated Easy-Shift[+] Button. While optimized for FPS gaming, the Tyon is an efficient, combat-ready and aesthetically fascinating masterpiece for all genres, including MMO, RPG, and more.

The Mouse

The Roccat Tyon mouse looks like an evolution of the Kone XTD mouse. The mouse body is 13.5×7.8x4cm, and weighs about 126g and on top the Tyon has rubber coated with ROCCAT branding applied. The edges of the left and right buttons we have two extra buttons which are configurable as is the clickable scroll wheel.

The we have the Dorsal Fin Switch, it features a left and right click and is designed to allow quick execution of commands.

On sides of the Tyon they are a textured plastic, the right hand side is blank. The position for the Easy-Shift[+] button is on the bottom edge. With the Easy-Shift allows us to double up the functions of the mouse as pressing it activates an alternate command for each button. Above the Easy-Shift and thumb grove we find two thumb buttons and then there is a new X-Celerator Analog paddle.

The single axis paddle allows you to tilt, pitch and throttle in games or even change image zoom level the OS.

ROCCAT Tyon Tech Specs

·         8200 DPI PRO AIM (R3) LASER SENSOR – precision gaming at its best
·         X-CELERATOR THUMB PADDLE – unrivalled command capabilities
·         DORSAL FIN SWITCH – rapid and instinctive control
·         ROCCAT TITAN WHEEL – millions of ultra-precise steps
·         ROCCAT EASY-SHIFT[+] – on-the-fly button duplicator
·         16.8M MULTICOLOR ILLUMINATION – customizable two-level light system
·         TRACKING & DISTANCE CONTROL UNIT – less pick-up flight for precise gaming
·         16 MOUSE BUTTONS – programmable + dedicated Easy-Shift[+] button
·         32-BIT PROCESSOR + 576KB MEMORY- rapid macro storage and execution

In the mouse is a Pro-Aim R3 laser sensor with a maximum DPI of 8200. The Tyon also features a 72MHz Turbo Core V2 32-Bit ARM based processor with 576KB of memory for storage and it connects to our PC by 1.8m braided cable and USB 2.0 connector.

With the lightning quickness and fatal accuracy, on the mouse its has programmable dual lighting RBGY illumination for both the lower rim and wheel of the mouse.

Software

The R use a standard installer for their driver/software and when we then attempt to launch the control panel for the first time a window appears informing us that the Firmware will be updated (if need).

This process happens quickly and easily with only a couple of button clicks required by the user. At the end of the update we simply unplug the mouse and plug it in again to complete the process. With the driver installed and firmware updated we gain access to the mouse settings.

After you installed the program you get new configuration options into tabs with the first being Main Control.

Main Control allows us to change the key functions of the mouse and organise profiles. There are sliders for sensitivity, vertical scroll speed and horizontal tilt speed. The right hand column allows us to tweak the DPI settings, we have 5 settings available. Double click speed can also be configured and along the bottom of the screen are profile options. We can assign one profile to Windows use and point each at .exe files so that they automatically activate when a game or application is launched.

Without going into detail of every option this Tyon you can chance Color Control tab which lets us configure the LED sections on the mouse. One on the scroll wheel and then another trail which runs round the base of the mouse. The latest version of the ROCCAT software for Tyon can be downloaded here.

Here is a little video on how to set up your ROCCAT Tyon for WarThunder

What can the Tyon, do for you in War Thunder.

Even when playing Battlefield 4 using the ROCCAT Tyon, I can fly jets etc a lot better than using a standard mouse.

The ROCCAT Tyon is now available for $99.99/€99.99/£84.99 online.

Final Thoughts

If you are looking for a gaming mouse to help you get a little edge over your online friends then you can’t go wrong with the ROCCAT Tyon.

With easy to install drivers and installation programme to configure all the macro buttons on the mouse.

Falling Skies Interview at MCM Comic Con London

Andrew Edney

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Oct 12, 2014

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In this interview shot at MCM Comic Con London, the cast of Falling Skies talk about the show.

Over to them:

Do you watch Falling Skies? Let us know by leave a comment below.

Arrow DLC announced for Lego Batman 3 at NYCC

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Chris Hare

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Oct 11, 2014

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Arrow DLC announced for Lego Batman 3 at NYCC

Today at this years New York Comic Con at the LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham panel, new DLC was announced that will bring the world of Green Arrow into Lego Batman 3.

Revealed at the panel was that the fourth DLC Pack that will feature in the Season pass The “Arrow Pack” won’t only include Oliver Queen, it’ll also include Diggle, Felicity Smoak, Helena Bertinelli (Huntress), Slade Wilson, Roy Harper, Sarah Lance (Black Canary), and Malcom Merlyn.

Additionally, it’ll include a whole level exclusive to the DLC pack, as well as some brand-new vehicles.

LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham from November 11th in the US and 14th in the UK and EU, LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham will be released on Playstation 4, Xbox One, Playstation 3, Xbox 360 and the Wii U.

Watch the new trailer for The Evil Within called “World Within”

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Chris Hare

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Oct 10, 2014

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Watch the new trailer for The Evil Within called “World Within”

The Evil Within’s distorted reality is rife with shifting planes and its environments are just as formidable as its creatures. Exploration of this nightmarish world has its rewards, but be forewarned…it is littered with a series of life and death obstacles. The latest trailer, World Within, gives you a glimpse of what awaits you in The Evil Within.

Developed by Shinji Mikami and the talented team at Tango Gameworks, The Evil Within embodies the meaning of pure survival horror. Highly-crafted environments, horrifying anxiety, and an intricate story are combined to create an immersive world that will bring you to the height of tension. With limited resources at your disposal, you’ll fight for survival and experience profound fear in this perfect blend of horror and action.

While investigating the scene of a gruesome mass murder, Detective Sebastian Castellanos and his partners encounter a mysterious and powerful force. After seeing the slaughter of fellow officers, Sebastian is ambushed and knocked unconscious. When he awakens, he finds himself in a deranged world where hideous creatures wander among the dead. Facing unimaginable terror, and fighting for survival, Sebastian embarks on a frightening journey to unravel what’s behind this evil force.

The Evil Within releases on Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and PC on 14^th October in North America and Europe, 16^th October in Australia and New Zealand, and 23^rd October in Japan