Sony Released 64 Games for PS+ in Year One Of Instant Game Collection

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Sony Released 64 Games for PS+ in Year One Of Instant Game Collection

Yesterday Sony revealed on there blog that in first year of the PS+ Instant Game Collection , Sony had 64 individual games which were offered free of charge to PS+ subscribers.

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Here is a few list of game that Sony published via PS+ in year one of Instant Game Collection.

  • Anomaly Warzone Earth (PSN)
  • BioShock 2 (PS3)
  • BlazBlue: Continuum Shift Extend (PS Vita)
  • BloodRayne Betrayal (PSN)
  • Borderlands (PS3)
  • Choplifter HD (PSN)
  • Chronovolt (PS Vita)
  • Closure (PSN)
  • Darksiders (PS3)
  • Demon’s Souls (PS3)
  • Disgaea 3: Absence of Detention (PS Vita)
  • Double Dragon Neon (PSN)
  • Dungeon Defenders (PSN)
  • Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions (PSP)
  • Foosball 2012 (PSN/PS Vita)
  • Germinator (PS Vita)
  • Gotham City Imposters (PSN)
  • Gravity Rush (PS Vita)
  • Guardians of Middle-Earth (PSN)
  • Hard Corps: Uprising (PSN)
  • Infamous 2 (PS3)
  • Jet Set Radio (PSN)
  • Joe Danger 2: The Movie (PSN)
  • Just Cause 2 (PS3)
  • King of Fighters XIII (PS3)
  • Knytt Underground (PSN/PS Vita)
  • Labyrinth Legends (PSN)
  • Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light (PSN)
  • LittleBigPlanet 2 (PS3)
  • Malicious (PSN)
  • Mega Man 9 (PSN)
  • Mega Man 10 (PSN)
  • Mega Man: Maverick Hunter X (PSP)
  • NBA Jam: On Fire Edition (PSN)
  • NFL Blitz (PSN)
  • Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus (PS Vita)
  • Outland (PSN)
  • Pac-Man CE DX (PSN)
  • PayDay: The Heist (PSN)
  • Pinball Arcade (PSN/PS Vita)
  • Plants vs. Zombies (PS Vita)
  • Quantum Conundrum (PSN)
  • Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One (PS3)
  • Renegade Ops (PSN)
  • Resident Evil 5 (PS3)
  • Retro City Rampage (PSN/PS Vita)
  • Rochard (PSN)
  • Saints Row 2 (PS3)
  • Scott Pilgrim vs. The World: The Game (PSN)
  • Sideway: New York (PSN)
  • Sleeping Dogs (PS3)
  • Spec Ops: The Line (PS3)
  • Super Street Fighter IV (PS3)
  • Tales From Space: Mutant Blobs Attack (PS Vita)
  • The Cave (PSN)
  • The Walking Dead: The Game (PSN)
  • Tekken 6 (PSP)
  • Uncharted: Golden Abyss (PS Vita)
  • Vanquish (PS3)
  • Virtual Fighter 5: Final Showdown (PSN)
  • Warhammer 40k: Space Marine (PS3)
  • WipeOut 2048 (PSN/PS Vita)
  • Zombie Apocalypse: Never Die Alone (PSN)
  • Zombie Tycoon II: Brainhov’s Revenge (PSN/PS Vita).

So what game did you get in year one of Sony PS+ Instant Game Collection?

A look at some of the Skylanders SWAP Force characters at E3 2013

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A look at some of the Skylanders SWAP Force characters at E3 2013

At E3 I got to see some of the new Skylanders SWAP Force characters in action.

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Skylanders SWAP Force builds upon the success of the franchise’s signature gameplay and collectible toy experience, adding an all-new dimension to the “toys to life” innovation.  The game introduces a compelling play pattern — dynamic swapability — that lets gamers transform 16 SWAP Force inter-action figures into more than 250 unique characters by swapping the top and bottom halves of the toys.  Now, Portal Masters can mix and match characters’ powers and moves and experience an unprecedented level of choice than ever before seen in a Skylanders game.

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Fans also can play Skylanders SWAP Force with their entire collection of 100+ characters from Skylanders Spyro’s Adventure and Skylanders Giants.

Here are some of the other characters:

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Are you excited for Skylanders SWAP Force? Let us know by leaving a comment below.

The Winners of our Win a Parallels Desktop 8 for Mac goody bag

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The Winners of our Win a Parallels Desktop 8 for Mac goody bag

If you have a Mac and you wanted to run Windows, or another OS then you could use software such as Parallels Desktop 8, and we had three special Parallels Desktop 8 for Mac goody bags to give away – and here are the winners.

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New and enhanced features of Parallels Desktop 8 make life even better for people who love their Macs and want to simultaneously run Windows apps like Internet Explorer, OneNote, Quicken and more. Bringing together the newest versions of the world’s two most popular operating systems –OS X and Windows – opens up a world of opportunity by allowing users to choose how they want Mac and Windows to collaborate. From having the familiar Windows desktop in full screen to having Windows run invisibly, Parallels Desktop 8 delivers powerful performance to run Windows applications, even graphic-intensive ones, like they were made for a Mac. Use Mountain Lion’s Dictation feature in Windows apps, organize Windows “Metro-style” applications in Launchpad, and enjoy the brilliant Retina-display resolution in Windows applications.

Each Parallels Desktop 8 for Mac goody bag contains a copy of Parallels Desktop 8 for Mac, a notebook and a keyring, and we have 3 goody bags to give away.

And the three winners are:

Julie Clark

Catherine Smith

Ross Dargan

For those that didn’t win, stay tuned for more giveaways soon thanks to our friends at Parallels for the goody bags.

Xbox Live “Ultimate Game Sale” Starts Next Week

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Xbox Live “Ultimate Game Sale” Starts Next Week

Major Nelson has posted on his website that next week, that Microsoft will kick off their “Ultimate Game Sale” and he has posted a list of upcoming titles that are scheduled to be on sale. There will be different titles on-sale at different times during the week, and while it’s not exactly what will be on sale when or for how much. Here’s the full list of titles that will go on sale over the course of next week:

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  • Assassin’s Creed 3
  • Bioshock Infinite
  • Borderlands 2
  • Brothers in Arms: Hell’s Highway
  • Bulletstorm
  • Command and Conquer Red Alert 3
  • Crysis
  • Crysis 3
  • Divinity II: The Dragon Knight Saga
  • Dragon Age Origins
  • Far Cry 3
  • Far Cry Instincts Predator
  • Forza Horizon
  • Gears Judgement
  • Hasbro Family Game Night 3
  • Hitman Absolution
  • Kinect Sports 2
  • Left 4 Dead 2
  • Lego Batman 2: DC Superheroes
  • Lego Lord of the Rings
  • Mass Effect
  • Max Payne 3
  • Metal Gear Rising: Revengence
  • Monopoly Streets
  • Perfect Dark Zero
  • Prey
  • Rockstar Table Tennis
  • The Orange Box
  • Tomb Raider
  • Witcher 2
  • WWE 13
  • X-com: Enemy Unknown

Watch Leo Kick Butt in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows

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Watch Leo Kick Butt in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows

As Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows prepares to launch this summer for Xbox LIVE Arcade as a part of Microsoft’s Summer of Arcade, the PlayStation Network and PC via Steam, Activision Publishing, Inc. and Red Fly Studio are shining a light on each of the varied personas that make up this formidable team of heroes in a half-shell. This trailer goes behind the blue bandana of the Turtle-in-chief: Leonardo.

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The oldest brother, Leonardo is the leader of the four Turtles – an accomplished tactician possessing a discipline and focus as sharp as his blades. His selfless sense of responsibility for the family sometimes puts him at odds with the headstrong Raphael, who too often only thinks of himself.

With a katana in each hand, Leo is the most well-rounded fighter in the Turtle roster, balanced by an unwavering dedication to his training. He is without a standout strength or glaring weakness, defined by a general aptitude for speed, reach, damage, and reactiveness, making him the easiest for novice players to pick up and play. For his unique weapon upgrade, Leo joins his twin katanas together at the hilt, forming a twisting Blade Staff.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows launching this summer!

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Ubisoft & Blue Byte Announces the 20th Anniversary The Settlers

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Ubisoft and Blue Byte are proud to announce the 20th anniversary of the famous brand The Settlers. The very first The Settlers game was released in 1993 for Amiga-PC and later ported for MS-DOS. This was the beginning of one of the biggest success stories in computer gaming “Made in Germany”. So far seven main games and multiple adaptions have been released including the very successful browser game The Settlers® Online. Until now more than nine million copies have been sold.

The Settlers 20th Anniversary

To celebrate this anniversary a new event will take place in the game. New adventures, taking their inspirations from Settlers II, will appear: the Retro Click Adventures (playable for all players) and the Semi-retro Military Adventures (playable for players from level 26). A new “balloon” resource will also be made available. This lootable resource will contribute to the community effort: each server will be ranked according to its global number of balloons, so if players work together they will get the best rewards. Additionally, servers will have to reach a certain amount of balloons. When a server completes 100% of its balloon objective, its users are automatically rewarded with the Settlers II original headquarters. Every further objective reached will grant players with nice rewards and additionally the fastest server and the one which gathered the most balloons will receive extra rewards.

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Join the fun and start playing The Settlers Online for free now at http://www.thesettlersonline.com

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Angry Birds Trilogy Out for Wii and Wii U in August

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Angry Birds Trilogy Out for Wii and Wii U in August

Activision Blizzard, Inc.  in association with Rovio Entertainment, has unveiled the latest details on the upcoming retail releases of Angry Birds Trilogy for Nintendo’s Wii U and Wii systems expected to be available this summer.

These newest additions to the series will bring the tactile strategy and feathered fury of one of gaming’s most iconic franchises to Nintendo’s home console audience for the first time.

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The details are as follows:

Wii U Features:

–          Play the game on the big screen or bring it down to play only on the GamePad with TV/ Wii U GamePad swap capability

–          Use Wii U GamePad touch screen controls to fling your bird with accuracy

–          Online leaderboards for taking on the world’s high scores

Wii and Wii U Bonus Content:

–          Over 40 hours of gameplay fun have been added, with 165 fan-favourite holiday and seasonally themed levels on-disc

Both the Wii U and Wii editions of Angry Birds Trilogy will contain all the great content found in the original versions of Angry Birds Trilogy (released in 2012 and selling over 1.7 million units globally), including 19 episodes exclusive to the console game and over one hundred hours of total gameplay – spanning the breadth of Angry Birds, Angry Birds Seasons, and Angry Birds Rio.

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Angry Birds Trilogy is rated PEGI 3. It is expected to be available 16th August, 2013 for the Nintendo Wii U and Nintendo Wii systems.

CyberLink launches Media Suite 11

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CyberLink launches Media Suite 11

CyberLink today launched CyberLink Media Suite 11, the all-in-one multimedia suite for media playback, digital content creation and disc burning.

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As a market leader of multimedia solutions, CyberLink integrates its best-in-class software – PowerDVD, PowerDirector, PhotoDirector, Power2Go, MediaShow and PowerProducer – into an all-in-one suite to offer a complete media platform that is more robust and functional than competing solutions. Media Suite 11 covers media playback, media management, video editing, photo editing and disc burning, and with CyberLink’s award-winning PowerStarter interface, users can easily access and perform all of their digital tasks through a unified interface.

The latest version of Media Suite further extends the rich multimedia portfolio by adding PhotoDirector – the professional photography software, and three new mobile apps designed for Windows 8. The solution now provides the comprehensive media experience for the digital home—supporting both PC and mobile devices. In addition, Media Suite 11 further expands the support to mobile devices, including 3 touch-friendly mobile apps for media entertainment and creativity in the Windows 8 modern UI interface.

The new Media Suite 11 Ultimate combines 15 of CyberLink’s best multimedia applications, including the following solutions and features:

· Easy-to-use – Media Suite 11’s unique PowerStarter interface integrates shortcuts to frequently used features in the standalone software, allowing users to easily uncover and access the tasks they want to perform.

· Play & Organize – Watch movies and HD videos beyond HD quality with the world’s No.1 media player, PowerDVD 13. Users can organize videos and photos with MediaShow 6 and convert videos and watch them on over 100 devices with MediaEspresso 6.7.

· Edit & Share – Create HD home videos in ultra fast speed with multi-award-winning video editing software, PowerDirector 11. Edit, adjust and enhance photos with highly praised PhotoDirector 4 and author Hollywood-style Blu-ray and DVD discs with PowerProducer 6. The Media Suite 11 Ultimate version also includes over ₤100 of premium content designed for video editing purposes. Users can also access more than 350,000 free effects, templates and photo presets from CyberLink’s unique DirectorZone service.

· Burn & Backup – Burns 256-bit data encrypted BDXL, Blu-ray and DVD discs with Power2Go 8. Users can also esign and print disc labels with LabelPrint 2.5 burning and backup software.

· Windows® 8 mobile apps – Media Suite 11 Ultimate also includes 3 touch-friendly mobile apps, further extending the entertainment and creativity from PC to mobile devices.

PowerDVD Mobile playback provides versatile HD video performance with subtitle support.

PowerDirector Mobile allows users to instantly create and share videos.

PhotoDirector Mobile, a new solution that provides a wide range of photo editing, enhancement and adjustment tools with the touch-friendly user interface.

The mobile apps are valued at over ₤25 when purchasing them through the Windows® store. Here they are offered exclusively in the Media Suite 11 Ultimate version.

Availability
Media Suite 11 is available today from the CyberLink online store in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Russian and Portuguese.

Versions and Pricing

Media Suite 11 Ultimate: ₤119.99

15-in-1 Blu-ray & HD Multimedia Suite For PC and Windows 8 Mobile

Media Suite 11 Ultra: ₤99.99

12-in-1 Blu-ray & HD Multimedia Suite Complete multimedia suite for PC

Media Suite 11 Deluxe: ₤74.99

11-in-1 DVD & HD multimedia Suite Essential DVD suite for home

Upgrades from previous Media Suite versions are available starting at ₤54.99.

For more information, please visit www.cyberlink.com.

Saints Row IV pre-order DLC announced

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Saints Row IV pre-order DLC announced

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Do you want to show off to your friends in Saints Row IV co-op mode with a shiny new superhero outfit? Running through virtual Steelport with Super Sprint or smashing cars with your Telekinesis skill is twice as fun with one of these special superhero suits. Clad yourself either as THE IRON ROGUE or put on the legendary chestplate of the warrior woman QUEEN AMAZONIA!

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These bonus costumes will be available exclusively if you preorder at GAME UK.

And don’t forget the exclusive gameplay we showed off just before E3/ This first 9 minute video is actually the second level of the game, taking place 5 years after the first level and is when we first meet the XIN and their leader XINYK:

The second 9 minute video takes place a little later in the game and shows off your super powers and some cool weapons:

So what do you think of Saints Row IV? Let us know what you think by leaving a comment below. I can’t wait to play more!

Wake Up With Disney Featuring Donald Duck

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Wake Up With Disney Featuring Donald Duck

Disney fans can now wake up and start every beautiful morning with their favourite furious fowl Donald Duck using Wake Up with Disney. People can turn an alarm clock into an interactive activity with 3D Disney characters, starring the popular Donald Duck at launch with more characters to come.

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Fans can customise and choose additional costumes with backgrounds for Donald like Safari and Fire Chief. Donald Duck talks, laughs and interacts with fans along with waking them up.

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Wake Up with Disney featuring Donald Duck has other capabilities as well, including a 5-day weather forecast, torch and nightlight, all in one app!

Wake Up with Disney is available on the App Store for 69p at here

Exclusive interview with Ashley Johnson (the voice of Ellie from The Last of Us) at E3 2013

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Exclusive interview with Ashley Johnson (the voice of Ellie from The Last of Us) at E3 2013

At E3, I ran into Ashley Johnson after she did a panel on the Turtle Beach stand and she was kind enough to sit and talk with me for a few minutes.

Exclusive Interview with Ashley Johnson at E3 2013

Ashley is probably most famous for her role as Ellie in Naughty Dog’s The Last of Us. She was also in The Avengers (and yes, I ask her again about Avengers 2).

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So over to Ashley:

Thanks again to Ashley for taking the time to talk to me, that was the second interview we did in two weeks.

The previous interview is below:

The Last of Us is out now, and is easily one of the best games of the year. You can check out our review here.

Exclusive interview with Jenn Taylor (the voice of Cortana in Halo) at E3 2013

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Exclusive interview with Jenn Taylor (the voice of Cortana in Halo) at E3 2013

At E3, I ran into Jenn Taylor after she did a panel on the Turtle Beach stand and she was kind enough to sit and talk with me for a few minutes.

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Jenn has voiced Cortana in all the Halo games, and more recently also voiced Dr Halsey in Halo 4 and the Spartan Ops episodes. She has also voiced a lot of other characters but I will let her tell you all about them.

So over to Jenn:

Thanks again to Jenn for taking the time to talk to me.

Exclusive interview with Jennifer Hale at E3 2013

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Exclusive interview with Jennifer Hale at E3 2013

At E3, I ran into Jennifer Hale after she did a panel on the Turtle Beach stand and she was kind enough to sit and talk with me for a few minutes.

Exclusive Interview with Jennifer Hale at E3 2013

Jennifer has voiced a lot of characters, including Commander Shepard in the Mass Effect series, Princess Peach, and more recently Nia in Fuse, amongst many others.

So over to Jennifer:

Thanks again to Jennifer for taking the time to talk to me.

Painkiller Hell & Damnation now available on Xbox 360 and PS3

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Painkiller Hell & Damnation now available on Xbox 360 and PS3

The demonic first person shooter Painkiller Hell & Damnation is out now on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3.

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The game features 14 adrenaline fuelled levels with four intense boss levels, and one level exclusive to each platform that can only be defeated with the use of the devastating and unique arsenal of weapons.

Players assume the role of Daniel Garner who has been put in the unenviable position of being the toy of darkness and light to fight his way past hordes of demons and fiends. The only question is: will he be able to stop the powerful creatures that stand in his way so that he can be reunited with his wife Catherine?

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The game features include:

Features:
·         A modern remake of the Classic shooters, Painkiller and Battle Out Of Hell
·         14 adrenaline filled levels, including 4 Boss levels
·         One map exclusively for the Playstation 3 console and one designed  exclusively for the Xbox 360
·         Over 30 of the nastiest, darkest creatures from Hell
·         Devastating and unique arsenal of weapons
·         Singleplayer and Co-operative Campaigns spread across 4 Chapters
·         PvP and PvE Multiplayer modes
·         The soundtrack is forged in the same furnace as the weapons: heavy metal
·         Powered by Unreal Engine 3

Anti-Features:
·         NO Kill-streak bonuses or airstrikes
·         NO auto-heal
·         NO AK-47, NO M16 or that sort of sh*t; just a healthy dose of 666 calibre weapons!

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Painkiller Hell & Damnation is out now for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360 and Windows PC priced from around £14.99 to £24.99.

Stay tuned for our review shortly.

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