The Director’s Cut of Deus Ex: Human Revolution trailer and new information released

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Following the recent Deus Ex announcement, Eidos Montreal and Square Enix unleash the first trailer for the Director’s Cut, the definitive version of the critically acclaimed DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION.

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. 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.

Coming in 2013, the Director’s Cut features include visual improvements, overhauled boss fights, reinforced combat mechanics and much more making it the ultimate HUMAN REVOLUTION experience.

Here is the trailer:

Total Game Immersion

You ARE Adam Jensen. The GamePad is Jensen’s Neural Hub, one of his implanted augmentations and possibly his most powerful tool.

The “in-game” menus are now toolkits; they feel like part of the game flow and one of Adam Jensen’s augmentations.

Tongs’s Rescue mission and the entire Missing Link chapter have been integrated seamlessly into the narrative flow of the Director’s Cut.

Original pre-order and other bonus weapons are now at Jensen’s disposal.

Original Game Mechanics utilizing the GamePad

Hacking is now at his best on the GamePad. Use the speed and precision of your fingers to hack on the GamePad while the world remains visible on your primary screen.

The “sniper scope” feature allows any weapon with a scope to use both the GamePad and primary screen for a two-step, precision sniping.

The Toolkits (previously in-game menus) are now all easily displayed and accessible on the GamePad.

The Radar is now featured on the touch screen and is a hybrid of the original radar and the 2D Map. Opening the 2D Map Toolkit allows players to draw hints, paths and notes that will remain on the radar.

The Quick Inventory is now displayed on the GamePad touch screen, leaving the primary screen clear.

Looting shows detailed descriptions about the items and doesn’t require players to access extra menus to see the content.

New Features;

Grenade Throw-Back: Grenades near Jensen appear on the GamePad, the player can then swipe the grenade icon to throw the grenade back.

New Augmentation “Tactical Pattern-Recognition System”: Display Jensen’s view through the GamePad touch screen. Moving the GamePad around will move Jensen’s view (the camera) in the same way, using the gyroscope. The NPC closest to Jensen’s center point of view (reticle) will have an extra information panel appearing over his head, giving precious information like the items carried, total health, armor type and state (unconscious, dead, normal). Jensen can still move and shoot while the T.P-R.S is active.

Infologs: Information packages that can contain detailed screenshots, voice recordings, drawing and typed notes all together. Infologs can be toggled as a physical beacon in-game to be played automatically when standing on it. Infologs can be shared through the Miiverse to your friends, which let them view your content in-game, without breaking the immersion.

New Game +: Lengthen the game with the New Game Plus; keeping Jensen’s augmentations on replay.

GamePad Mode: Ability to play on the GamePad (No TV needed).

Fan Features;

Director’s commentaries; For the hardcore Deus Ex fans, approximately 8 hours of director’s commentary that reveals secrets and background info on the creation and production of Deus Ex: Human Revolution – Director’s Cut.

Strategy Guide: A strategy guide is available for the complete game including both the Missing Link and Tong’s Rescue mission. The strategy guide is implemented in-game and can be accessed through the Neural Hub at any time.

Achievements system; Original game achievements, The Missing Link achievements and new achievements are available!

A “Making Of” Video; The “Making Of” video of Deus Ex: Human Revolution, approximately 45min.

Left-Handed control mapping; for a total of 4 control layout variations

Languages: English, French, Italian, German and Spanish are available in both voice and subtitles. Choose to play the game with audio in one language but keep the subtitles on another.

New Boss Fights

Boss fights have been entirely redesigned; new map layout and new gameplay mechanics that support the game’s main pillars (hacking, stealth, combat). Also feature AI, damage & health tweaks for the best boss fights possible.

It’s now possible to defeat bosses without the need to fire a single bullet.

Technical & Other Improvements;

Rebalanced energy system; Able to use more augmentations with more energy cell recharging. Makes the game more enjoyable and accessible on lower difficulty levels.

Improved visuals: With a better lighting system, fog and smoother shadows; all visual improvements from The Missing Link have been applied through the whole game. And with anti-aliasing, this is the best looking Deus Ex available.

AI tweaked for consistency

For more information about Deus Ex: Human Revolution – Director’s Cut, log on to http://www.DeusEx.com.

App Update: Twitter app for iOS updated to version 5.5

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The official Twitter app for the iPhone and iPad has been updated to version 5.5.

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What’s New in Version 5.5

Twitter for iPhone now helps you discover, install and launch your favourite apps from Tweets.

  • This update also includes the following improvements:
  • Faster launch times and general performance upgrades
  • “Retweeted by” in Tweet detail in now tappable
  • FIx for replay-to-self in conversations
  • Fix for bug that prevented undoing retweets in some cases
Download now from the Apple App Store

SkyDrive for iPhone and iPad updated to version 3.0

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Microsoft have updated SkyDrive for the iPhone and iPad, taking it to version 3.0.

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What’s New in Version 3.0

• Updated to support iPhone 5 and iPad Mini
• Download full resolution photos to your iPhone or iPad
• Improved support for opening SkyDrive files in other iOS apps
• Improved support for uploading files to SkyDrive from other iOS apps
• Updated app icons and visuals
• Other bug fixes

Are you using SkyDrive yet?

Take a look at the day with spent with Microsoft using SkyDrive

You can download SkyDrive from the Apple App Store.

App Update: Spotify for iOS Updated to Version 0.6.2

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The Spotify app for iOS has been updated to version 0.6.2.

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Get free access to Spotify Premium now! With Premium you’ll get access to 15 million tracks from thousands of albums and artists on your iPhone, iPod Touch & iPad. If you haven’t tried Premium before, you can try it on your mobile for 48-hours, completely free. You don’t even have to enter credit card details. Simply download this app and log in.

Great features

– Instant access to over 15 million tracks
– Stream online
– Listen offline – no mobile connection needed
– Share music with your friends
– Star your favourite tracks
– Wirelessly sync your own MP3s to your iPhone, iPod Touch & iPad
– Create and sync playlists
– Send the tracks you listen to direct to Last.fm & Facebook

* If you don’t have log in details – simply register for a free Spotify account on the Spotify website. Full mobile terms of Use & 48-hour free trial terms and conditions can also be found on the Spotify website.

What’s New in Version 0.6.2

• New: Now you can listen in your car with the Ford SYNC AppLink platform. Log into your Premium account on your iOS device and connect it to SYNC AppLink. Enjoy voice-controlled access to all your favourite music, playlists and radio.
• Fixed: You can now view your friends’ top tracks.

Download now from the Apple App Store

App Update: WordPress for iOS updated to version 3.5.2

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The WordPress app for the iPhone and iPad has been updated to version 3.5.2.

It’s easy to manage your WordPress blog or site from your iOS device. With WordPress for iOS, you can moderate comments, create or edit posts and pages, and add images or videos with ease. All you need is a WordPress.com blog or a self-hosted WordPress.org site running 2.9.2 or higher.

What’s New in Version 3.5.2

• Disabled autosaves until they are more stable
• Fixed bug where the editor would stay on portrait when using iOS5
• Fixed credential issues for WordPress.com blogs with custom domains
• Fixed previews when email was used to log in
• Improved Jetpack setup process
• Improved Notification settings
• Multiple crashes fixed

Download WordPress for iOS from the Apple App Store now.

Twitter for Windows 8 gets another update, this time its a spellchecker

The official Twitter app for Windows 8 has been updated again.

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As is the usual case for Windows 8 apps, the details on the update is vague – but it does finally include a spellchecker.

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

Defiance Servers Updated for Xbox 360, PS3 and PC

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Yesterday the Defiance servers was updated to add the newest patch for the Game.

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Patch Notes:
– Added Ammo caches to Major Arkfalls
– Fixed a rare condition where you could get stuck in the tutorial
– Altered loot drop on some mini bosses to reduce item farming
– Temporally Disabled Freight Yard (16v16 Instance)
– Updated incorrectly marked epic weapons to common items
– Detonator Tuning
– Corrected Hotshot Challenge reward in Marin
– Server and client crash fixes

Defiance Launches on PC, Xbox 360 and PS3

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Yesterday on the 2nd April Trion Worlds, the leading publisher and developer of premium games for the connected era, launched Defiance™, the ground breaking futuristic online open world shooter for Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC. The Defiance Universe expands even further on April 16th, with the premiere of Syfy Network’s Defiance series in major European markets.

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“We’re incredibly proud that after five years of development, we are bringing this ambitious project to life.” said Nathan Richardsson, VP of Development for Trion and Executive Producer of Defiance. “The game launch is just the beginning of a truly unique entertainment experience and, in a couple of weeks’ time, you’ll be able to tune into Syfy to see the story unfold, the characters develop, and realize transmedia entertainment unlike ever before.”

In Defiance thousands of players, who take on the role of an Ark Hunter, scour a transformed Earth in search of valuable alien technology. Each ark hunter can play to their strengths, customizing special abilities as well as upgrading a huge variety of both modern and alien weaponry that is at their disposal. Players can hunt alone or with others as they engage in massive co-op boss battles and fierce multiplayer combat known as Shadow War, in addition to taking on dynamic missions in campaign mode while exploring this constantly evolving world.
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Digital copies of Defiance can be purchased online at http://defiance.com/en and both digital and physical games are all available at all major video games retailers. Standard editions start at £44.99 for on console and £34.99 on PC.  The Collector’s Edition is available for £64.99 on console and £54.99 on PC, with a variety of in-game bonuses as well as an exclusive Hellbug figurine included in the physical version. A limited run Ultimate Edition is available for console players at £89.99 and PC players for £79.99, which includes all items in the Standard and Collector’s editions, a season pass, and an exclusive messenger bag. Full details on the Defiance platform editions and available retailers are available at http://defiance.com/en.

‘Borderlands 2’ Ultimate Vault Hunter DLC Out Now

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Borderlands 2‘s Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack DLC is now available to download.

The DLC adds a new ultimate vault hunter mode setting for a more challenging campaign, which can be played after completing the game’s true vault hunter mode.

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Playing in ultimate vault hunter mode will also raise the level cap from 50 to 61, letting users continue to advance their character during a third playthrough of the campaign.

Also added through the DLC pack is a new pearlescent grade for weapons and new items in the game’s black market.

The Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack is included for users who purchased the Borderlands 2 season pass, and is also available as a standalone download for $4.99 or 400 Microsoft Points.

2K Games also recently announced that the sixth playable character Krieg will be available with the ‘Psycho Pack’ DLC in May.

Borderlands 2 is available for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and PC now.

New Update V1.4.0 For Borderlands 2 for PS3

A new update for Borderlands 2 begin rolling out on 2nd April.

Release Notes for the PlayStation 3 Version of Borderlands 2.

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4/2/2013 Update
General

  • Added a new playthrough called Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode, unlocked for a character once they have completed the main story missions in True Vault Hunter Mode and reached level 50!
    • In this mode, you will always start in Southern Shelf at Cleaning Up the Berg and may reset your playthrough progress as often as you like without losing any items, levels, or stats. All enemies are significantly more difficult in this playthrough, but the loot quality has increased accordingly. Rumor has it there is an entirely new rarity of loot out there for high-level players.
  • Added new items to the Black Market:
    • One additional ammo upgrade for each ammo type, at 50 Eridium each.
    • Two more backpack storage space upgrades, at 50 and 100 Eridium respectively.
    • Two more bank storage space upgrades, at 50 and 100 Eridium respectively.
  • Increased the maximum amount of Eridium players can hold from 99 to 500.
  • Fixed a bug that was causing some users to crash on startup or when loading into a level after choosing their character.
  • Fixed a bug where profiles would refuse to save when they were already corrupted on startup.
  • Fixed a bug where profile restoration code would sometimes trigger inappropriately.
  • Deathtrap can no longer restore an enemy’s shields, even though it was hilarious.
  • Fixed a bug that could cause hosts to become invulnerable if they were being revived by a client who disconnected mid-revive.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause players to crash or freeze when fighting BNK-3R.
  • Fixed a bug that could cause Deathtrap’s Robot Rampage audio to not stop playing after killing an enemy until Deathtrap despawned.
  • Fixed a bug that could stop the Gunzerker’s Keep It Piping Hot skill from functioning as intended.
  • Covered an area of the world near Claptrap’s ship where the player could fall in and be unable to get out.
  • Fixed an issue where a Siren could revive a player and make another player invulnerable under specific circumstances.
  • Addressed instances of audio distortion tied to Axton’s turret and kill skills.
  • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Critical hits against Midgets now register properly.
  • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Rat Thief enemies are no longer allowed in Pete’s Bar due to patron concerns regarding excessive theft.
  • (Captain Scarlett DLC) Fixed an issue with the “Shady Dealings” challenge where a purchase could sometimes not count toward its completion.
  • (Sir Hammerlock DLC) Fixed a bug that could cause networking issues when players are killed by being run over by fanboats.
  • Fixed a bug that caused some visual effects to appear to be lower fidelity than intended.

Missions

  • Fixed an issue where players could be unable to interact with the menu when a mission that granted experience but not items was completed and not handled by the player before saving and quitting.
  • Fixed an issue where players could cause the round to not fail in a Slaughter mission if a surviving player disconnects while all others are out.
  • Fixed issues with the following missions that could cause players to get stuck or not be able to complete them:
    • Wildlife Preservation
    • Medical Mystery
    • (Captain Scarlett DLC) Let There Be Light
    • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Eat Cookies and Crap Thunder
    • (Mr. Torgue DLC) A Montager
  • (Sir Hammerlock DLC) Thermitage is now friendlier and will no longer refuse to come play with some players.
  • (Sir Hammerlock DLC) Arizona no longer refuses to spawn if players are too far away.
  • (Sir Hammerlock DLC) Fixed a bug causing Dexiduous the Invincible’s health bar appearing incorrect on clients.

Equipment

  • Fixed a bug where players were able to do far more damage than intended by exploiting a buff from the Evil Smasher.
  • Clients are now able to see explosions caused by Norfleets in multiplayer.
  • Fixed an issue causing Relics to sometimes not show the Favorite indicator.
  • Fixed an issue that caused E-tech weapons to not be able to hit the Mechromancer’s ‘One Two Boom’ orb.
  • Seraph Gear from Captain Scarlett and Mr. Torgue DLC re-balanced to be more powerful.
  • Fixed class mods that increase the skill grade of Axton’s Metal Storm, Onslaught and Quick Charge skills to function as intended.
  • Fixed an exploit involving Vladof rocket launchers that could result in having infinite ammo for any weapon.
  • Fixed an issue where weapon cards would sometimes not display how many bullets they consumed per shot.
  • Mechromancer’s Prodigy class mod now correctly increases reload speed.
  • Fixed an issue causing impact sounds from users with The Bee shield to not be audible on clients.
  • Adjusted Mechromancer’s Sweetheart class mod to correctly increase team health.
  • Assassin’s “Slayer of Terramorphous” class mod no longer includes Gunzerker skill bonus.
  • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Torgue vending machines can now stock legendary weapons above level 48.
  • Chere-amie sniper rifle and transfusion grenades no longer cause audio distortion.
  • Assigned price to Anshin ‘Evolution’ shield so that players can sell it for money if desired.
  • Fixed a bug causing head customizations from the Mr. Torgue DLC to not unlock properly for Sirens and Mechromancers.
  • Fixed a bug that caused off-hand weapons to sometimes deal improper damage while Gunzerking.
  • Addressed an issue where shotguns did not receive full damage boosts from skills and gear.
  • Fixed a bug which could cause a player to lose inventory when swapping items with a full bank or stash while having a full inventory.

This update contains the new Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode and more storage space along with a variety of bug fixes. These include some changes that were previously available as hot fixes.

Also available beginning April 2 will be the Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack which allows characters to gain 11 additional levels and skill points as well as pick up new Pearlescent-tier weapons and “Ancient” E-Tech relics.

Exactly when the update and Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack will begin rolling out depends on the platform, region and the timing of that particular service.

 

New Update V1.4.0 For Borderlands 2 for Xbox 360

A new update for Borderlands 2 begin rolling out on 2nd April.

Release Notes for the Xbox 360 Version of Borderlands 2.

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4/2/2013 Update
General

  • Added a new playthrough called Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode, unlocked for a character once they have completed the main story missions in True Vault Hunter Mode and reached level 50!
    • In this mode, you will always start in Southern Shelf at Cleaning Up the Berg and may reset your playthrough progress as often as you like without losing any items, levels, or stats. All enemies are significantly more difficult in this playthrough, but the loot quality has increased accordingly. Rumor has it there is an entirely new rarity of loot out there for high-level players.
  • Added new items to the Black Market:
    • One additional ammo upgrade for each ammo type, at 50 Eridium each.
    • Two more backpack storage space upgrades, at 50 and 100 Eridium respectively.
    • Two more bank storage space upgrades, at 50 and 100 Eridium respectively.
  • Increased the maximum amount of Eridium players can hold from 99 to 500.
  • Fixed a bug that was causing some users to crash on startup or when loading into a level after choosing their character.
  • Fixed a bug where profiles would refuse to save when they were already corrupted on startup.
  • Fixed a bug where profile restoration code would sometimes trigger inappropriately.
  • Deathtrap can no longer restore an enemy’s shields, even though it was hilarious.
  • Fixed a bug that could cause hosts to become invulnerable if they were being revived by a client who disconnected mid-revive.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause players to crash or freeze when fighting BNK-3R.
  • Fixed a bug that could cause Deathtrap’s Robot Rampage audio to not stop playing after killing an enemy until Deathtrap despawned.
  • Fixed a bug that could stop the Gunzerker’s Keep It Piping Hot skill from functioning as intended.
  • Covered an area of the world near Claptrap’s ship where the player could fall in and be unable to get out.
  • Fixed an issue where a Siren could revive a player and make another player invulnerable under specific circumstances.
  • Addressed instances of audio distortion tied to Axton’s turret and kill skills.
  • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Critical hits against Midgets now register properly.
  • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Rat Thief enemies are no longer allowed in Pete’s Bar due to patron concerns regarding excessive theft.
  • (Captain Scarlett DLC) Fixed an issue with the “Shady Dealings” challenge where a purchase could sometimes not count toward its completion.
  • (Sir Hammerlock DLC) Fixed a bug that could cause networking issues when players are killed by being run over by fanboats.

Missions

  • Fixed an issue where players could be unable to interact with the menu when a mission that granted experience but not items was completed and not handled by the player before saving and quitting.
  • Fixed an issue where players could cause the round to not fail in a Slaughter mission if a surviving player disconnects while all others are out.
  • Fixed issues with the following missions that could cause players to get stuck or not be able to complete them:
    • Wildlife Preservation
    • Medical Mystery
    • (Captain Scarlett DLC) Let There Be Light
    • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Eat Cookies and Crap Thunder
  • (Sir Hammerlock DLC) Thermitage is now friendlier and will no longer refuse to come play with some players.
  • (Sir Hammerlock DLC) Arizona no longer refuses to spawn if players are too far away.
  • (Sir Hammerlock DLC) Fixed a bug causing Dexiduous the Invincible’s health bar appearing incorrect on clients.

Equipment

  • Fixed a bug where players were able to do far more damage than intended by exploiting a buff from the Evil Smasher.
  • Clients are now able to see explosions caused by Norfleets in multiplayer.
  • Fixed an issue causing Relics to sometimes not show the Favorite indicator.
  • Fixed an issue that caused E-tech weapons to not be able to hit the Mechromancer’s ‘One Two Boom’ orb.
  • Seraph Gear from Captain Scarlett and Mr. Torgue DLC re-balanced to be more powerful.
  • Fixed class mods that increase the skill grade of Axton’s Metal Storm, Onslaught and Quick Charge skills to function as intended.
  • Fixed an exploit involving Vladof rocket launchers that could result in having infinite ammo for any weapon.
  • Fixed an issue where weapon cards would sometimes not display how many bullets they consumed per shot.
  • Mechromancer’s Prodigy class mod now correctly increases reload speed.
  • Fixed an issue causing impact sounds from users with The Bee shield to not be audible on clients.
  • Adjusted Mechromancer’s Sweetheart class mod to correctly increase team health.
  • Assassin’s “Slayer of Terramorphous” class mod no longer includes Gunzerker skill bonus.
  • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Torgue vending machines can now stock legendary weapons above level 48.
  • Chere-amie sniper rifle and transfusion grenades no longer cause audio distortion.
  • Assigned price to Anshin ‘Evolution’ shield so that players can sell it for money if desired.
  • Fixed a bug causing head customizations from the Mr. Torgue DLC to not unlock properly for Sirens and Mechromancers.
  • Fixed a bug that caused off-hand weapons to sometimes deal improper damage while Gunzerking.
  • Addressed an issue where shotguns did not receive full damage boosts from skills and gear.
  • Fixed a bug which could cause a player to lose inventory when swapping items with a full bank or stash while having a full inventory.

This update contains the new Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode and more storage space along with a variety of bug fixes. These include some changes that were previously available as hot fixes.

Also available beginning April 2 will be the Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack which allows characters to gain 11 additional levels and skill points as well as pick up new Pearlescent-tier weapons and “Ancient” E-Tech relics.

Exactly when the update and Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack will begin rolling out depends on the platform, region and the timing of that particular service.

New Update V1.4.0 For Borderlands 2 for PC

A new update for Borderlands 2 begin rolling out on 2nd April.

Release Notes for the PC Version of Borderlands 2.

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Update v1.4.0 (Released 4/2/2013)
General

  • Added a new playthrough called Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode, unlocked for a character once they have completed the main story missions in True Vault Hunter Mode and reached level 50!
    • In this mode, you will always start in Southern Shelf at Cleaning Up the Berg and may reset your playthrough progress as often as you like without losing any items, levels, or stats. All enemies are significantly more difficult in this playthrough, but the loot quality has increased accordingly. Rumor has it there is an entirely new rarity of loot out there for high-level players.
  • Added new items to the Black Market:
    • One additional ammo upgrade for each ammo type, at 50 Eridium each.
    • Two more backpack storage space upgrades, at 50 and 100 Eridium respectively.
    • Two more bank storage space upgrades, at 50 and 100 Eridium respectively.
  • Increased the maximum amount of Eridium players can hold from 99 to 500.
  • Fixed a bug that was causing some users to crash on startup or when loading into a level after choosing their character.
  • Fixed a bug that could cause hosts to become invulnerable if they were being revived by a client who disconnected mid-revive.
  • Fixed an issue that could cause players to crash or freeze when fighting BNK-3R.
  • Fixed a bug that could cause Deathtrap’s Robot Rampage audio to not stop playing after killing an enemy until Deathtrap despawned.
  • Fixed a bug that could stop the Gunzerker’s Keep It Piping Hot skill from functioning as intended.
  • Covered an area of the world near Claptrap’s ship where the player could fall in and be unable to get out.
  • Fixed an issue where a Siren could revive a player and make another player invulnerable under specific circumstances.
  • Addressed instances of audio distortion tied to Axton’s turret and kill skills.
  • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Critical hits against Midgets now register properly.
  • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Rat Thief enemies are no longer allowed in Pete’s Bar due to patron concerns regarding excessive theft.
  • (Captain Scarlett DLC) Fixed an issue with the “Shady Dealings” challenge where a purchase could sometimes not count toward its completion.

Missions

  • Fixed an issue where players could be unable to interact with the menu when a mission that granted experience but not items was completed and not handled by the player before saving and quitting.
  • Fixed an issue where players could cause the round to not fail in a Slaughter mission if a surviving player disconnects while all others are out.
  • (Sir Hammerlock DLC) Thermitage is now friendlier and will no longer refuse to come play with some players.
  • Fixed issues with the following missions that could cause players to get stuck or not be able to complete them:
    • Wildlife Preservation
    • Medical Mystery
    • (Captain Scarlett DLC) Let There Be Light
    • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Eat Cookies and Crap Thunder

Equipment

  • Fixed a bug where players were able to do far more damage than intended by exploiting a buff from the Evil Smasher.
  • Clients are now able to see explosions caused by Norfleets in multiplayer.
  • Fixed an issue causing Relics to sometimes not show the Favorite indicator.
  • Fixed an issue that caused E-tech weapons to not be able to hit the Mechromancer’s ‘One Two Boom’ orb.
  • Seraph Gear from Captain Scarlett and Mr. Torgue DLC re-balanced to be more powerful.
  • Fixed class mods that increase the skill grade of Axton’s Metal Storm, Onslaught and Quick Charge skills to function as intended.
  • Fixed an exploit involving Vladof rocket launchers that could result in having infinite ammo for any weapon.
  • Fixed an issue where weapon cards would sometimes not display how many bullets they consumed per shot.
  • Mechromancer’s Prodigy class mod now correctly increases reload speed.
  • Fixed an issue causing impact sounds from users with The Bee shield to not be audible on clients.
  • Adjusted Mechromancer’s Sweetheart class mod to correctly increase team health.
  • Assassin’s “Slayer of Terramorphous” class mod no longer includes Gunzerker skill bonus.
  • (Mr. Torgue DLC) Torgue vending machines can now stock legendary weapons above level 48.
  • Chere-amie sniper rifle and transfusion grenades no longer cause audio distortion.
  • Assigned price to Anshin ‘Evolution’ shield so that players can sell it for money if desired.

 

This update contains the new Ultimate Vault Hunter Mode and more storage space along with a variety of bug fixes. These include some changes that were previously available as hot fixes.

Also available beginning April 2 will be the Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack which allows characters to gain 11 additional levels and skill points as well as pick up new Pearlescent-tier weapons and “Ancient” E-Tech relics.

Exactly when the update and Ultimate Vault Hunter Upgrade Pack will begin rolling out depends on the platform, region and the timing of that particular service.

CyberLink Launches PowerDVD 13

CyberLink have launched PowerDVD 13, the latest version of the market-leading media player for Blu-ray, 3D & HD content. With shipments of more than 100 million players annually, PowerDVD is the world’s pre-eminent movie and media player.

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The world’s first and only cross-platform playback solution, PowerDVD 13 adds mobility to playback with support for leading tablets and smart phones.  With improved TrueTheater enhancements, all content – even Blu-ray movies – can be enjoyed in a better-than original quality. New UltraViolet digital download support will provide cloud-based access to movies and TV shows in countries where the service becomes available.  Offering unrivaled format support and instant startup, PowerDVD 13 meets all digitalmedia’s user needs

PowerDVD 13 Ultra comes with more than 60 new and enhanced features including new file playback in Cinema mode and CyberLink TrueTheater enhancements that let users improve quality of videos, beyond HD and even Blu-ray. Highlighted new capabilities include:

 

  • Video Beyond HD – CyberLink’s unique TrueTheater HD delivers advanced edge, color and lighting enhancement technologies to takeBlu-ray and HD digital movies well beyond their original quality.  Consumers can now enjoy richer,  sharper video, particularly  on larger screens
  • Speed and Responsiveness with Industry-Leading Startup Times – Anew architecture and application optimization delivers the fastest, most responsive PowerDVD ever.  Blu-ray movies now start up to 58% faster with CyberLink’s innovative BD-Live bypass option.  Photo, video and music playback start instantly, eliminating the need for any other media player.
  • Universal player– PowerDVD supports all popularvideo, audio, photo and music formats from discs or files, including new AVCHD 2.0, lossless APE audio, 4K and MKV, and comes with a new mini player mode for music.
  • Across Devices- In addition to Apple and, Android smartphones and tablets, PowerDVD Mobile is now available for Windows 8 tablets – the only multimedia software to support MKV and DTS playback under Windows 8.  PowerDVD 13 users can stream and copy content seamlessly across connected devices on home networks.
  • All New Movie Library – The new dedicated Movie Library enriches users’ movie collections with key information such as cover art, plot synopses and reviews curated  from leading entertainment websites as well as CyberLink’s popular online community, MoovieLive.com.
  • Additional enhancements – PowerDVD 13 comes with a wide range of new and improved technologies – all designed to enhance the playback experience including: High DPI mode; auto TV’s refresh rate for DVDs; enhanced DLNA compatibility; a new subtitle rendering engine; folder drag-and drop support for starting playback; new playback controls and much more.

 

Availability
PowerDVD 13 is available today from the CyberLink online store on http://www.cyberlink.com

Versions and Pricing

PowerDVD 13 Pro:              £ 59.99

PowerDVD 13 Ultra:           £ 79.99

PowerDVD 13 Deluxe:        £34.99

Upgrades from previous PowerDVD versions are available starting at £24.99.

PowerDVD Mobile and PowerDVD Remote can be found on the Apple Store and Google Play Store.  PowerDVD Mobile for Windows 8 is available from the Windows Store.

 

PowerDVD Mobile

PowerDVD Mobile for Ultra (PowerDVD 13 Ultra users)                                   FREE

PowerDVD Mobile (PowerDVD 13 Pro/Deluxe version users)  iOS/Android  £ 14.59

PowerDVD Mobile (PowerDVD 13 Pro/Deluxe version users)  Windows 8    £ 10.99

 

PowerDVD Remote

PowerDVD Remote FREE (for PowerDVD 13 users):                                          FREE

Grand Theft Auto V cover art revealed

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Rockstar have released the official cover art for Grand Theft Auto V.

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Grand Theft Auto 5 from Rockstar Games will be released later in the year.

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