New PS Vita Announced Smaller and in New Colours

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New PS Vita Announced Smaller and in New Colours

Today Sony at the  pre-Tokyo Game Show conference has announced new PS Vita model that will be 15mm in width – 20 per cent thinner than the existing model – and weigh 219g, making it 15 per cent lighter.

With a 1GB of onboard memory will also be included, meaning that you won’t need a memory card for game saves and smaller downloads.

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With the new PS Vita it also features an improved battery life (boosted by an extra hour of gameplay, now up to six hours gameplay time).

And it’ll be available in a range of colours yellow, pink, white, grey, lime green and and light blue. Sony said that the new PS Vita’s OLED screen has been replaced by an LED one, a larger, 64GB memory card will also be made available on 10th October.

No Date for the new PS Vita model outside Japan just yet.

 

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Xbox Music Comes to iOS, Android plus Free Streaming on the Web

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Xbox Music Comes to iOS, Android plus Free Streaming on the Web

Today Microsoft has announced that Xbox Music is releasing on iOS and Android app and Xbox is also adding free streaming to our Web player, making Xbox Music and its 30 million tracks available on millions more devices and for free to anyone with a Web browser (Free streaming available only on the Web and devices running Windows 8 or later. Limited hours of free streaming after six months; unlimited with paid subscription. Coming later this fall: artist-based radio on Android, iOS and the Web.).

As Xbox Music is coming up on its one-year anniversary for Microsoft and have learned a lot in that time.  Xbox Music is now, more than ever, a service that spans across all kinds of devices—phones, tablets, PCs and TVs—and unites artists with their fans through one common platform.

Now Xbox Music, is positioning to solve several problems that exist today.  A lot of people use multiple music services to get the songs and albums they want. Does this sound familiar?  You’re listening to Pandora and bookmark a song you love. Later, you open Spotify and use your subscription to listen to the song over and over again on repeat. And then you use iTunes or Amazon to purchase the song for your own collection that wasn’t available for streaming.  We’ve all been there.

If you are a fan of music, I don’t think enjoying the songs I love should be this complicated or disconnected.  To solve this problem, last year the Xbox Music team introduced Xbox Music, an all-in-one music service that gives you the independence to stream music for free, subscribe to all the music you want or download to own your favourite songs.  And it’s all integrated across your tablet, PC, phone and TV.

With new features for Xbox Music on Windows 8, a redesign of the Xbox Music interface in Windows 8.1 and even the first version of a Web-based Xbox Music player earlier this summer.

Xbox Music Available on iOS & Android. Xbox Music is now available on iOS and Android devices worldwide, expanding the number of devices the service is available on.   Microsoft will continue to improve the service on these platforms bringing offline mode to iOS and Android in the coming months.

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Free Streaming on any Web Browser. Also Microsoft today announced a new update to the Web-based music player to introduce free streaming on the Web. That means you can simply visit http://music.xbox.com  and begin listening to free music immediately.

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Web Playlist. A new Web Playlist feature is built into the Xbox Music app for Windows 8.1. The tool scans for artists’ mentions on a given Web page and creates a custom playlist of their music. Think about the Web page of your favourite radio station, or an upcoming music festival, and all the bands and songs included on that Web page.  Web Playlist identifies all that music and creates an instant, custom playlist inside Xbox Music with the simple touch of a button. We’ll release Web Playlist along with Windows 8.1 on the 18th October.

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Bing Smart Search. Xbox Music is integrated seamlessly into Bing Smart Search for Windows 8.1. Using Bing Smart Search, you can find musicians, bands and artists presented in a rich field of content, including top songs, albums, videos, images and relevant Web pages. If you select a track from the song list in the Bing results, it will immediately begin playing in the Xbox Music app. By collaborating with the Windows and Bing teams, Xbox Music on Windows 8.1 will make it easier than ever to find tons of great info about your favourite artists and instantly listen to the music you love without backing in and out of apps.

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Radio comes to the Web. Creating a new form of artist-based radio, the Radio feature is a quick and dynamic way to personalize your collection, discover new favourite’s and create ultimate playlists by launching instant mixes based on your favourite artists. With unlimited skips and a view of the full recommended music stream, Radio puts you in control of your Internet radio experience. Radio will release to the Xbox Music web player later this year.

Exclusive WildStar interview with Carbine Studio’s Jeremy Gaffney

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Exclusive WildStar interview with Carbine Studio’s Jeremy Gaffney

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Last month at Gamescom, I managed to sit down with Jeremy Gaffney from Carbine Studios to get an update on what’s happening with WildStar.

WildStar is an upcoming sci-fi MMORPG with a stylized cartoon-ish look currently in development by NCSoft’s Southen California-based Carbine Studios. Play will be set on the newly discovered planet of Nexus, once home to the technologically advanced race called the Eldan. Long ago, they mysteriously vanished. Now that the planet has been rediscovered, Explorers, Soldiers, Scientists, and Settlers are coming here from across the galaxy in search of adventure, fortune, and possibly the dark secrets of the Eldan.

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Over to Jeremy, and some new gameplay footage:

Earlier this year I also got to interview Stephan Frost:

WildStar will be released on the PC next year, and there will be a beta before that, so watch this space for more information as soon as we get it.

You can learn more about WildStar and sign up for the beta on their website.

What do you think of WildStar? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

VLC for iOS updated to version 2.1.0

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VLC for iOS updated to version 2.1.0

VLC for iOS has been updated to version 2.1.0 with new features and fixes.

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VLC for iOS is a port of the free VLC media player to iPad, iPod and iPhone.

It can play all your movies and shows in most formats directly without conversion.

It allows file synchronization with Dropbox, iTunes, direct download and through an embedded upload web server.

What’s New in Version 2.1.0

This version is a new release with new features and numerous fixes:
– Add support for subtitles in non-western languages
– Add UPNP discovery and streaming
– Add FTP server discovery, streaming and downloading
– Add Bonjour announcements for the WiFi Uploader’s website
– Add playback of audio-only media
– Add Deinterlace option (off by default)
– Newly implemented menu and application flow
– Improved Subtitles support, VoiceOver and accessibility support, video output on external screens, Passcode Lock and so many other
– New translations to Bosnian, Catalan, Galician, Greek, Marathi, Portuguese, Slovenian

You can download VLC for iOS from the Apple App Store for free.

AMD Catalyst Software Suite Version 13.10 beta Released

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AMD Catalyst Software Suite Version 13.10 beta Released

If you have an AMD graphics card you might want to update your AMD Catalyst Software Suite which is now at version 13.10 beta.

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Feature Highlights of The AMD Catalyst 13.10 Beta Driver for Windows:

  • AMD Catalyst 13.10 Beta includes all of the features/fixes found in AMD Catalyst 13.8 Beta2
  • PCI-E bus speed is no longer set to x1 on the secondary GPU when running in CrossFire configurations
  • Rome Total War 2:  Updated AMD CrossFire™ profile
    • improves CrossFire scaling up to 20% (at 2560×1600 with extreme settings)
    • resolves corruption issues seen while playing the game
  • Saints Row 4:  Updated AMD CrossFire profile
    • improves CrossFire scaling up to 20% (at 2560×1600 with ultra settings)
  • Metro Last Light:  Updated AMD CrossFire profile
    • improves CrossFire scaling up to 10% (at 2560×1600 with ultra settings)
  • Includes a number of frame pacing improvements for the following titles:
    • Tomb Raider
    • Metro Last Light
    • Sniper Elite
    • World of Warcraft
    • Max Payne 3
    • Hitman Absolution

The AMD Catalyst 13.10 beta driver can be downloaded from here.

Infuse for iOS version 1.4 adds Subtitles Over AirPlay

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Infuse for iOS version 1.4 adds Subtitles Over AirPlay

FireCore have released an update to their Infuse for iOS app.

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Infuse 1.4 adds robust support for streaming subtitles, along with a wide variety of video formats, to an Apple TV using AirPlay. Bring your own subtitles, or add download them on the fly from OpenSubtitles.org…Infuse 1.4 makes getting your favorite videos on the big screen easier than ever!

Infuse for iOS is a new way to enjoy media on an iPhone and iPad. Gone are the days of bland gray layouts, Infuse wraps your favorite videos in a warm bath of artwork along with pertient video details for a truly visually engaging experience. Designed for film buffs and casual users alike, Infuse provides a powerful set of features that are drop-dead simple to use.

Key Features:

  • Play a wider range of video formats such as MKV, MP4, WMV, AVI, and more.
  • Browse videos in a visually engaging layout with auto-added artwork and movie info.
  • Stream videos to the big screen using robust multi-format AirPlay.
  • Transfer videos using a standard web browser, no iTunes required.
  • Enjoy videos with enhanced mobile surround sound, powered by Dolby®.
  • Download and add subtitles with ease.
  • ‘Scrobble’ plays and post ratings/comments to trakt.tv.
  • Add videos from Dropbox, Google Drive, iTunes, email attachments and more.

Device Requirements:
iPhone, iPad or iPod Touch with iOS 5 or later.

Infuse 1.4 is a universal app, and is available on the iTunes App Store for $4.99.

Linksys Announces New Top of the Line AC1900 Router

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Linksys Announces New Top of the Line AC1900 Router

Linksys has announced their latest addition to their AC product line, an AC1900 dual-core processor model, as well as an entry level AC router and an AC USB adaptor.  Read on for details!

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Linksys has announced their latest addition to their AC product line, an AC1900 dual-core processor model, as well as an entry level AC router and an AC USB adaptor.  Here is the press release:

Linksys Announces Its Fastest 802.11ac Wireless Router at IFA 2013
Linksys introduces new top model at IFA with the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi AC1900 Router
Equipped with dual-core processor and external antennae delivering more speed and range

London, UK – September 5, 2013 – Linksys<http://www.linksys.com/>® today introduced its new top model in the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi router line-up: the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi AC1900 Router. It offers speeds up to 600Mbps* to Wireless-N clients and up to 1300Mbps* to Wireless-AC clients. Together with a new top end model Linksys is also bringing an entry level AC-router and an AC USB-adapter to upgrade notebooks or desktop computers to the latest standard.  “Trends like the increase in connected devices in the home and the rise of on demand video services, enabling consumers to consume video on virtually any screen, puts a more critical demand on the home network,” said Mohammad Meraj Hoda, Vice President of Linksys International. “Our products are not only extremely fast, they are also easy to install and control through the innovative Linksys Smart Wi-Fi platform<http://www.linksys.com/en-eu/cloud>. With your Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Account and App you can get access anywhere and anytime to media stored on a connected USB storage device or change settings of the router – all from the palm of your hand.”

Smarter Routers for Smart Devices

With more smart devices entering the home, consumers need Wi-Fi that is powerful, easy to use and enables them to get to their media files – wherever they are. The new Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers<http://www.linksys.com/en-eu/cloud> are equipped with the latest 802.11ac technology, and beamforming technology offering fast wireless speeds—up to three times the speed of Wireless-N*, increased range and backward compatibility with existing wireless devices.
Beamforming<http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beamforming> technology helps to deliver better network range and faster Wi-Fi speeds in the home. Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Routers with beamforming technology are designed to precisely adjust, steer and monitor the direction and shape of the Wi-Fi signals for better performance.
The new Smart Wi-Fi Routers can be installed from most tablets, smartphones or from PC browsers. Consumers simply connect to the router with their device then follow the simple set-up wizard to complete installation. An optional Linksys Smart Wi-Fi account can be created for easy control of the home network, including settings, connected devices and Smart Wi-Fi tools on virtually any device, anytime, anywhere.

Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 (EA6900)
  • Speeds up to 600 Mbps* for 802.11n clients and up to 1300 Mbps* for 802.11ac clients
  • Powerful 800Mhz Dual-Core processor for maximum performance
  • Supports USB3.0 connectivity for storage media to be shared on the home network
  • Three removable external dipole antennae for maximum flexibility
  • Works best with wireless-AC clients to achieve the maximum benefits on your game console, smart TV, or desktop computer
  • Create a free Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Account and download the free Linksys Smart Wi-Fi App for iOS or Android to get access to your home network from anywhere, at any time. Includes guest access, parental controls, and apps that make home networking easier and fun.
Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC900 (EA6200)
  • Speeds up to 300 Mbps* for 802.11n clients and up to 867 Mbps* for 802.11ac clients
  • Supports USB3.0 connectivity for storage media to be shared on the home network
  • Create a free Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Account and download the free Linksys Smart Wi-Fi App for iOS or Android to get access to your home network from anywhere, at any time. Includes guest access, parental controls, and apps that make home networking easier and fun
Linksys Wireless-AC USB Adapter (WUSB6300)
  • Upgrade your notebook or desktop computer to the latest Wireless-AC standard and enjoy increased transfer speeds and range
  • Offering speeds up to 867 Mbps* on the 5 GHz band and up to 300 Mbps* on the 2.4 GHz band
Availability

The Linksys Smart Wi-Fi AC900 Router and the Linksys Wireless-AC USB Adapter are available as of today and the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi AC1900 Router is planned to be available in stores in October.

Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900                          EUR 229, GBP 199
Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC900                             EUR 119, GBP 99
Linksys Wireless-AC USB Adapter                             EUR 59, GBP 59

Check out these product pictures:

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Skylanders Battleground and More Coming to LG Smart TV’s

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Skylanders Battleground and More Coming to LG Smart TV’s

LG is bringing popular family-friendly video games Skylanders Battlegrounds and Where’s My Mickey? to its CINEMA 3D Smart TV platform. Demonstrated for the first time at IFA 2013, the fun, family-friendly titles can be played using the intuitive LG Magic Remote. These games will be made available this holiday season in the LG Smart TV Game World app store.

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“At LG, we’re committed to providing LG CINEMA 3D Smart TV users with a truly diverse range of entertainment options, suitable for the entire family,” said
Richard Choi, senior vice president of the Smart Business Center at LG Electronics. “These entertaining titles deliver an incredible gaming experience
thanks to the fantastic picture quality and large screens of our Smart TV lineup. And the games we’ll be bringing to our platform will take advantage of LG’s easy-to-use Magic Remote, which makes the gaming experience much more like a dedicated game console.”

Skylanders Battlegrounds is an action role-playing game experience featuring inventive team-up gameplay in which players must pit the fighting skills and magical abilities of their favorite characters against powerful enemies. Specially adapted and optimized for LG CINEMA 3D Smart TVs, Skylanders Battlegrounds will enable fans of the franchise to play with any character from the entire collection of Skylanders figures. The motion control capabilities of LG’s Magic Remote will help to transport the player into the beautifully rendered battlegrounds of the unique world of Skylands.

Where’s My Mickey? is a spin-off of Disney’s popular physics-based game, Where’s My Water?, and features one of the world’s most iconic animated characters, Mickey Mouse. Players guide Mickey through a variety of entertaining story-based episodes, complete with appearances by other loveable Disney favorites, including Goofy. The interactive LG Magic Remote adds to the enjoyment, allowing players to control Mickey via pointing, clicking and dragging.

The third installment in the series, Where’s My Perry?, will also debut on LG CINEMA 3D Smart TV along with Where’s My Mickey?.

GAME and EA Sports Team Up for FIFA 14 Lock-In Events

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GAME and EA Sports Team Up for FIFA 14 Lock-In Events

GAME and EA have teamed up to offer a new lock-in with EA biggest EA Sports series to date. With 50 GAME stores will be going to extra time to give you early access to FIFA 14, weeks ahead of the game’s release on 27th September.

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With the event hosted in partnership with EA Sports between 8th and 22nd September, you’ll get the chance to test your football skills goals in FIFA 14 and get to grips with the latest innovations to the award-winning gameplay, including the new pure shot feature and a brand-new ball physics system. GAME and EA Sports team will also provide half-time refreshments and goody bags to all participants.

To ensure your place in the starting line-up, register for the lock-ins at your nearest participating store, either in person, by phone, or by sending them a tweet. Spaces are limited; customers must be over 16 (or with an adult if under 16) and will be chosen on a first-come, first-served basis. Gamers must be 16 or over to register and ID will be required for entry.

8th September Bristol (Cribbs Causeway) Unit LR53, Cribbs Causeway, Bristol, Avon, BS34 5GG 7:00plllm
8th September West Thurrock Unit 106, Lakeside Shopping Centre, Thurrock, Essex, RM16 1WT 7:00pm
8th September Bluewater Unit U023, Upper Rose Gallery, Bluewater, Kent, DA9 9SP 8:00pm
8th September Edinburgh Unit 22, Cameron Toll Centre, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH16 5PB 7:00pm
8th September Leeds (White Rose) Unit 50, White Rose Centre, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS11 8LL 6:00pm
8th September Bullring Unit SU312, Bullring, Birmingham, , B5 4BU 7:00pm
9th September Chelmsford 16 Exchange Way, High Chelmer, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1XR 7:00pm
9th September Maidstone 13 Week Street, , Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1QW 7:00pm
10th September Hereford 13 High Town, , Hereford, Herefordshire, HR1 2AA 7:00pm
10th September Brighton Unit 94, Churchill Square, Brighton, East Sussex, BN1 2TF 7:00pm
10th September Glasgow The Fort 285 Provan Walk, Glasgow Fort Shopping Centre, Junction 10 – M8, Glasgow, G34 9DY 7:00pm
10th September Coventry Unit 7, Arena Park, Classic Drive, , CV6 6AS 7:00pm
11th September Bath Southgate Unit SU7 St Lawrence street, Southgate Centre Bath BA11AP 7:00pm
11th September Bexleyheath Unit D, Broadway Shopping Centre, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AY 7:00pm
11th September Eastbourne 49 Terminus Road, Eastbourne, BN21 3QL 7:00pm
11th September East Kilbride 5 The Olympia, Town Centre, East Kilbride, Glasgow, G74 1PG 7:00pm
11th September Wolverhampton 33 Wulfrun Centre, Wulfrun Way, Wolverhampton, WV1 3HG 7:00pm
12th September Oxford Unit 6, Westgate Shopping Centre, Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1 1NU 7:00pm
12th September Sunderland Unit 8, Walworth Way, The Bridges, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, SR1 3LB 7:00pm
12th September Bedford 27-29 Midland Road, , Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1PL 7:00pm
12th September Liverpool Lord Street 72 Lord Street, Liverpool, L2 1TL 8:00pm
12th September Bournemouth Castle Point Unit 21, Castle Point Shopping Centre, Bournemouth, BH8 9UZ 8:00pm
13th September Luton Unit 22, The Mall, Luton , Bedfordshire, LU1 2TE 7:00pm
13th September Newcastle Under Lyme 90 High Street, NEWCASTLE-UNDER-LYME, ST5 1QQ 6:00pm
13th September Box Park Box no 54, Boxpark, 2-10 Bethnal Green Road, E1 6GY 8:00pm
13th September St Austell Unit DA2, White River Place, St Austell, PL25 5LX 7:00pm
13th September Portsmouth 226 Commercial Road, , Portsmouth, Hampshire, PO1 1HG 7:00pm
14th September Belfast 5 Donegall Arcade, , Belfast, County Antrim, BT1 1PT 7:00pm
14th September Southampton (West Quay) Unit SU8, West Quay Centre, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 1QD 7:30pm
14th September Newcastle 3 Chevy Chase, Eldon Square, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, NE1 7XP 6:00pm
14th September Plymouth 44 New George Street, Plymouth, PL1 1RW 7:00pm
14th September Guildford 22-23 North Street, , Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4TA 7:00pm
15th September Craigavon Unit 16, Rushmere Shopping Centre, Craigavon, , BT64 1AA 7:00pm
15th September Hull Prospect Centre 59-60 Prospect Centre, Hull, HU2 8PW 7:00pm
15th September Stratford Unit SU0030, Westfield, Stratford City, E15 2EN 7:00pm
18th September Ilford Unit 13, Exchange Shopping Centre, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1RP 7:00pm
18th September Norwich 2-10 Back of the Inns, , Norwich, Norfolk, NR2 1PT 7:00pm
18th September Nottingham (Victoria) Unit 308A, Victoria Centre, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 3QN 7:00pm
19th September Camden 124 Camden High Street London NW1 0LU 7:00pm
19th September Sheffield Fargate  Unit 22/24, Fargate, Sheffield, , S1 1LH 7:00pm
19th September Cambridge Unit 47/48, Lion Yard Shopping Centre, Cambridge, , CB2 3NA 7:00pm
20th September Croydon 80 North End, Croydon, CR0 1UJ 7:00pm
20th September Ealing Unit 10, 56 Broadway Centre, Ealing, London, W5 5JY 6:00pm
20th September Mansfield (Outlet) McArthur Glen Designer Outlet, Mansfield Road, South Normanton, Derbyshire, DE55 2ER 7:00pm
21st September Basingstoke Unit 15, Festival Place, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7BE 7:00pm
21st September Peterborough 45 Bridge Street, Peterborough, PE1 1HA 7:30pm
21st September Swansea The Pod Unit 2, The Pod, Morfa Retail Park, Swansea, West Glamorgan, SA1 7DF 7:00pm
22nd September Preston Deepdale Unit H1a Deepdale Retail Park, Blackpool Road, Preston, , PR1 6QY 6:00pm
22nd September Cardiff 5 Grand Arcade, St Davids 2 Centre, Cardiff, CF10 2ER 6:00pm
22nd September Manchester (Arndale) Unit 59, Arndale Centre, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M4 3AB 6:00pm

GTAV Official Site Update: Security, Fitness & Entertainment

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GTAV Official Site Update: Security, Fitness & Entertainment

Grand Theft Auto 5 has today released brilliant spoof TV advert for its Ego Chaser energy bars.

The commercial shows some of the game’s extreme sports activities you can do in the games, such as BMX biking and base jumping, and climbing.

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The spoof video has been released as part of an update to the game’s interactive travelogue, alongside information about security and peace of mind in Los Santos, and music and entertainment and more.

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Grand Theft Auto 5 will be available for Xbox 360 and PS3 from 17th September.

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Watch the music previews, the music and entertainment section also offers a sneak preview of kids’ TV show Kung Fu Rainbow Lazer Force.

Finally catch a glimpse of the CNT network’s autumn lineup.

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F1 2013 Monza Hotlap

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F1 2013 Monza Hotlap

Get ready for Codemasters F1 2013 Hotlap Fernando Alsono takes to the track at Monza ahead of this week’s Italian Grand Prix.  F1 2013 will be available on Xbox 360, PS3 and PC from 4th October in Europe.

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RuneScape 3 celebrates successful first month

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RuneScape 3 celebrates successful first month

Jagex, the creators of the hugely popular and record holding MMORPG RuneScape 3, have unveiled today some key statistics about the game following its hugely successful launch last month.

 

Following the launch of RuneScape 3, players have flocked to join the game which allows them to forge their own gaming experience and shape the world around them.  Over the past 30 days the game has had well over 300,000 new players start their RuneScape adventure and over 100,000 former players re-activate their accounts. In total these new, existing and returning players have seen on average 600,000 hours of gameplay being played per day – which is the equivalent of 68 years of gameplay taking place daily.

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When RuneScape 3 launched on 22nd July with the Battle of Lumbridge; an event which spans two months centred around the conflict between two of the gods who have returned to RuneScape.  Players have been pledging their allegiance to these gods through the collection of Divine Tears – the residual life force of the now deceased god, Guthix, whose death has heralded the start of the 6th Age.  Since the Battle of Lumbridge has begun players have collected over 1 billion Divine Tears and have killed over 60 million enemy soldiers.

 

“With the Battle of Lumbridge we were looking to give the players a new way to interact with RuneScape and place their mark on the world.” commented Phil Mansell, RuneScape Executive Producer, “We’ve seen over a 150 million votes cast on how the battle campaign should be fought, with players making decision on everything from what kind of reinforcements they get to how they can support their chosen god with buffs and new units.  Players have so many ways to affect the current battle, from killing enemies or donating resources to their chosen deity, and it is this player driven dynamic which puts the future of the game very firmly in the players’ hands.“

 

Jagex has continued to add content to the game, giving players  something new to try and to master every week, including a brand new quest  – The Death of Chivalry, as well as a new 6th Age skill – Divination.

 

Mark Gerhard, Jagex CEO commented: “RuneScape 3 has been the result of the tireless efforts of the development team and the positive reaction from the community, since its launch, shows how aligned they are with the community spirit and sentiment. This is the first step in allowing players to truly create their own adventure within the game and we’re really excited about seeing how the game evolves through their participation.”

Total War: ROME II the Throwing War with Brian Blessed

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Total War: ROME II the Throwing War with Brian Blessed

Creative Assembly has released a trailer featuring Brian Blessed, It wasn’t all stabbing and slicing in ancient combat, during battle the air was often dark with thrown projectiles of various deadly natures.

Taking a look at some of the man and machine-powered missile armaments of the Roman period is shouter’s favourite BRIAN BLESSED! –  in this short film to mark the release week of Total War: ROME II.

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With the help of Fight Expert Gordon Summers and the Legio II Augusta re-enactment group, BRIAN BLESSED! gets close-up with vicious ranged weaponry and hairy barbarians.

 

Total War: ROME II is out now.

Marvel Heroes Adds Playable Emma Frost, Difficulty Modes and more

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Marvel Heroes Adds Playable Emma Frost, Difficulty Modes and more

Gazillion Entertainment have announced that Game Update 1.2 for Marvel Heroes, the free-to-play action-MMORPG set in the Marvel Universe, is now live worldwide!

Marvel Heroes Game Update 1.2 includes:
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·      Emma Frost – Players can now play as the iconic heroine Emma Frost! Experience her Omega level telepathic powers and diamond form. Ever want to mind control a T-Rex? Now you can!

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·      Difficulty Modes –Players can now choose their difficulty level (Normal, Heroic, or Super Heroic), challenging the hardcore players to up their game and put their superheroes’ powers to the true test.

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·      New Zone: Queens Bank Heist – An all-new zone, Queens features the Bank Heist mission that pits new players against the infamous Black Cat.

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·      And much more – Major game system changes include an Upgraded Defense System, brand new Relic and Unique item types, and new Artifacts in addition to performance upgrades, experience gain increases, power scaling and more.

To view a full list of changes ushered in with Marvel Heroes Game Update 1.2, please visit: https://www.marvelheroes.com/news/news-articles/game-update-12-here

To download and start playing Marvel Heroes today, visit http://www.marvelheroes.com or download the game on Steam.

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