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Call of Juarez Gunslinger gets first gameplay trailer

Andrew Edney

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Mar 14, 2013

Today, Ubisoft released a its first gameplay trailer for Call of Juarez Gunslinger.

From the dust of a gold mine to the dirt of a saloon, Call of Juarez Gunslinger is a real homage to the Wild West tales and era. Players will live the epic journey of Silas Greaves, a ruthless bounty hunter who spent his life on the trail of the West’s most notorious outlaws. Now it is Silas’ time to tell his story, which is linked to the history of the Wild West era: a mix of myths and historical facts.

Made of memorable encounters with some of the West’s most notorious names such as Pat Garret, Jesse James and Butch Cassidy, the game blurs the lines between man and myth. Call of Juarez Gunslinger lets players live the greatest legends of the Old West.

Here is the first gameplay trailer trailer:

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

GRID 2 new video An American Dream and screenshots from Codemasters

Andrew Edney

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Mar 14, 2013

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Today Codemasters released a new trailer for GRID 2 and some new screenshots.

Patrick Callahan outlines his plans for a new motorsports series and introduces players to two key racing clubs he needs to recruit as in-game footage showcases some of GRID 2’s American locations, including Street Racing in Chicago, Track Racing at the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway and Road Racing at the dramatic California Coast. It’s Callahan’s intention to bring the best drivers from different disciplines and styles from all over the world together to compete in one unified league and find the ultimate driving superstar. But to set up a new motorsports series, and get the rewards he craves, he needs a star.

And here is the new video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=f-pLHG-xJI4

GRID 2, the long-awaited sequel to the BAFTA-award winning, critically acclaimed Race Driver: GRID, will race into retail on 31^st May for the Xbox 360 , PLAYSTATION 3 computer and PC.

There is also the Grid 2 website to check out.

Skype 6.3 for Windows released

Andrew Edney

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Mar 14, 2013

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Today saw version 6.3 of Skype for Windows released.

Skype 6.3 for Windows is a maintenance release which brings to you a set of quality and performance related improvements.

Start downloading the new version of Skype now.

Disney Infinity Delayed Until August

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Chris Hare

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Mar 14, 2013

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Disney Infinity has been delayed until August at the request of retailers, it has been announced. Originally due to be released in June, the game has been pushed back until 18th August in North America and 20th August in Europe. A June launch had originally been planned to coincide with the release of Pixar movie Monsters University.

However, Disney’s John Pleasants told the New York Times that retailers wanted a release date closer to the holiday season.

“The date became an issue in terms of them asking, ‘Is there a better opportunity here?'” Pleasant’s explained.

Closer to the end of the summer holidays, Disney is hoping children will return to school with Infinity toys to trade, before insisting that the delay is not a sign of development problems.

“We could deliver in June if we wanted to. Will a two-month timing change help us? Sure, of course. It gives us a little more time to add bells and whistles and make sure it really sings and pops,” he added. Announced earlier this year, Disney Infinity is a new platform from Disney that combines physical figurines with a video game similar to Activision’s Skylanders series.

It offers two contrasting modes through Play Sets and the Toy Box, and features characters from multiple Disney franchises such as Cars, Monsters and Pirates of the Caribbean. Play Sets are essentially self-contained and story-driven worlds for each respective Disney universe, each featuring their own combat systems, toys and gameplay styles.

Meanwhile, Toy Box allows players to freely mix and match franchises and gadgets, along with having deep customisation features to edit the environment and even create new games.

Disney Infinity will be available on Xbox 360, PS3, PC, Wii and Wii U.

Sniper Elite 3 Announced for 2014 for Current Consoles and Next Gen

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Chris Hare

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Mar 14, 2013

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Sniper Elite 3 Announced for 2014 for Current Consoles and Next Gen

Sniper Elite 3 has been announced by 505 Games and Rebellion. Confirmed for current and next-generation platforms in 2014, gameplay and narrative details remain thin on the ground at the moment in time.

It was commissioned in response to strong sales for Sniper Elite V2, which shifted 1.1 million copies between April and December last year.

Sniper Elite V2 was released on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC last year, and has since received additional multiplayer content and a zombie-based spinoff titled Nazi Zombie Army.

Announced last month, Nazi Zombie Army features a four-player co-operative campaign set in WWII, as well as new enemies and weapons.

Twitter for Windows 8 now available

Andrew Edney

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Mar 14, 2013

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There is now an official Twitter app for Windows 8 and its in the Windows Store now.

This is what was posted on the Twitter blog:

Today, we are releasing Twitter for Windows 8, a new app that makes it easier than ever to share and discover content on Windows 8 devices. In addition to familiar Twitter features, including the Home, Connect, Discover, and Me tabs, this app introduces new functionality that takes advantage of unique Windows 8 features.

Snap view: Use another app alongside Twitter. Snap Twitter into the left or right side of the screen and then start using another app. You’ll be able to keep up with the conversations that are happening on Twitter while you watch a streaming video or read a news story. With snap view, you can adjust the size of the app to one-third, two-thirds or full screen.

Photos: Large and center. With an all-new landscape view, not only can you view a larger version of individual photos, but you can also swipe horizontally to view multiple photos in the Discover tab or a user’s profile. Tap a photo to view it in full screen, which showcases large photos in the center of the screen, or view the photo gallery from your favorite users.

Share charm: Tweet from any app, at any time. Simply swipe from the right edge of Windows 8 and then choose the Share charm to share content from any app, such as a photo or news article, to Twitter.

Search charm: Search when you’re inspired. Similar to the Share charm, the Search charm makes it easy to find an account or see Tweets using a certain hashtag. Just swipe from the right edge of Windows 8 from any app and select the Search charm.

Live Tiles and notifications: Don’t miss a beat. Keep up with what’s happening on Twitter using the Twitter Live Tiles and notifications, which show no matter which app you’re running.

Twitter for Windows 8 is available now in the Windows Store in 22 languages

Guardians of Middle-earth now has Saruman available for download

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Andrew Edney

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Mar 13, 2013

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Gamers can download and play as the infamous White Wizard, Saruman in Guardians of Middle-earth on Xbox LIVE Arcade and PlayStation Network.

In Guardians of Middle-earth, gamers team up as the most powerful heroes from the greatest fantasy epic of all time, bringing up to 10 players together in a competitive multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game. Featuring select characters from the film, The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, the game allows players to develop and master more than 20 iconic characters. Play as Gandalf, Gollum, Legolas, Sauron and more, forming memorable and unlikely alliances with and against friends. Gamers can connect with other players via an in-game voice communication system, as well as access to a comprehensive online stat and leader board system where they can track friends’ victories and defeats, and more. Now available at select retail stores and via download for Xbox LIVE Arcade for Xbox 360 and PlayStation Network.

Before his betrayal, Saruman was the Chief of the Wizards and leader of the White Council, including leading fellow Wizards, Radagast and Gandalf, all of whom were sent to protect Middle-earth.

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Monolith Productions also released new character art, bio, ability details and a new video about playing as Saruman, whose abilities include a shield that detonates for area ability damage and silence.

Check out our review of Guardians of Middle-earth here.

Are you playing Guardians of Middle-earth? Let us know what you think of it by leaving a comment below.

Bethesda announces Dishonored The Knife of Dunwall DLC

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Andrew Edney

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Mar 13, 2013

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Bethesda have announced that Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall, is the second add-on pack for the critically-acclaimed first-person action game developed by Arkane Studios.

In Dishonored: The Knife of Dunwall, you take on the role of Daud, the legendary assassin who killed the Empress. This second add-on pack for the award-winning first person action game from Arkane Studios gives you a new perspective on Daud, and access to his weapons, gadgets, allies and supernatural abilities.

After assassinating the Empress, and forever changing the fate of Dunwall, you embark on a search for redemption. The Outsider reveals the key to your atonement, but who—or what—is Delilah? Accompanied by the Whalers, your loyal band of mercenary assassins, your search will take you through never-before-seen districts of Dunwall as you face off against new and terrible foes. Employ a unique arsenal that enhances Dishonored’s dynamic combat, mobility and stealth systems. In the struggle to hang onto the last shred of your humanity, the choices you make will ultimately determine your fate.

New Powers, Weapons and Gadgets

The mark of the Outsider empowers you with unique supernatural abilities. Call upon the Whalers to assist in combat with ‘Summon Assassin’, track down hidden Runes and Bone Charms with ‘Void Gaze’ and learn to use new variations to powers, including ‘Blink’. To aid in your dangerous exploits your customized arsenal of weapons and gadgets will include Chokedust to daze your enemies, whale oil powered Stun Mines to shock your targets, and a concealed Wristbow to launch sleep darts and explosive bolts.

Explore More of Dunwall

Make your way through the Legal District and infiltrate the Rothwild Slaughterhouse, a steaming factory filled with colossal whale carcasses and their hulking butchers. Revisit the decaying Flooded District, the location of Daud’s hidden base, first seen in the original game. Return to the scenes of key events in Dishonored with a new perspective, including the fateful moment that sets off Corvo’s journey.

Choose Your Path

On your search for answers, approach each mission with your own style. Your redemption – or your turn towards darkness – depends on your skills and the decisions you make. Discover the mystery behind Delilah in this stand-alone chapter, and then conclude Daud’s story in the upcoming final add-on, The Brigmore Witches.

It will be available in Europe on April 16^th for Xbox 360 and PC, and on April 17^th for PS3. The add-on is priced at £7.99 / €9.99 (or 800 Microsoft Points).

Are you going to buy it? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

Samsung teases the Next Galaxy around the world in preparation for the Galaxy S4

Andrew Edney

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Mar 13, 2013

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Samsung has started teasing “Be Ready 4 The Next Galaxy” around the world with billboards in places such as London, New York and Hong Kong.

Expect lots of rumour, speculation and more until the actual announcement.

Have you seen it anywhere else? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

Dell announces the new XPS 18 All-In-One PC

Andrew Edney

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Mar 13, 2013

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Today Dell announced the XPS 18, the world’s thinnest and lightest All-In-One. With the perfect blend of weight, large display size and performance in a thin, elegant and highly-mobile design, the XPS 18 opens up new possibilities in multimedia and gaming for families.

The XPS 18 features:

18.4-inch Full HD capacitive touch display
Maximum portability with a starting weight of just 4.85 lbs (2.2kgs)
Aluminium back finish with soft grip for traction and comfort
Flexible design allowing it to be used in a variety of ways for the most comfortable viewing angle
Wireless keyboard and mouse

Built with families and active consumers in mind, the XPS 18 is the world’s thinnest, lightest and most portable AIO, and can be easily transported around the house for watching movies in the living room, playing games with the family, viewing recipes in the kitchen or creating professional presentations in the home office. When it’s time to move the XPS 18 into another room to do homework in a quiet environment, its slim and light weight design make it so portable a child can carry it.

The XPS 18 boasts a number of competitive and industry firsts that set a new standard for AIOs. Coming in at just 5lbsⁱ, the XPS 18 is less than half the weight of other currently available portable AIOs and has nearly double the battery life offering up to five hours of run time between charges. The 18.4-inch Full HD touchscreen is nearly twice the diagonal screen size of an Apple iPad and lends itself to new ways of sharing a computer and collaborating on a single device. It is light enough to hand back and forth, but the screen is large and vibrant enough for multiple people to watch videos, share content or enjoy dual-player games on the same screen from a variety of angles. The XPS 18 is based on third-generation Intel Core processors and Windows 8 operating system for no-compromise performance whether docked or on the go.

The XPS 18 is built on the XPS heritage of uncompromised form, function and thoughtful craftsmanship, and combines the performance characteristics of a primary home PC with the advanced design features of other XPS products. The XPS 18 features an aluminium back finish with soft grip for traction and comfort. It comes with a wireless keyboard and mouse and its flexible design allows it to be used in a variety of ways for the most comfortable viewing angle: on a powered stand for ‘walk up’ computing; on any flat surface using the built-in-flip-out feet; laid flat for sharing; or held on your lap for reading and browsing.

“The XPS 18 will change the way people define and use a PC today,” said Kirk Schell, vice president, Consumer PC Group, Dell. “Everyone who uses it is shocked and amazed at how light it is and comfortable to use in a variety of settings. By combining the performance, versatility and space-saving design of a traditional AIO with an ultra-thin and light touch display and unmatched battery life, we’re giving customers a whole new computing experience that can go anywhere.”

Availability and Pricing

The XPS 18 will be available on Dell.com in the United States and in UK, France and Germany on April 16 starting at £849.

We got some hands-on time with the new Dell XPS 18, so check back tomorrow to hear our thoughts and see some images.