GamingShogunLogitech G Sponsoring League of Legends Series Season 3 Championships
MAY 21st, 2013 – Logitech G is intensely focused on delivering science that directly improves gamers’ experience. To us, science is all about questioning the status quo and asking “how can we make this better?” We love working with other companies that share this philosophy. Riot Games is definitely one of those companies. The explosive growth of League of Legends continually pushes the boundaries of eSports and is bringing in millions of new fans to PC gaming. We had a great time sponsoring last year’s League of Legends Season Two, so we are proud to announce Logitech G is continuing…
KONAMI to Stream Pre-E3 Show
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – May 14th, 2013 – Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced that GameSpot, part of CBS Interactive, will live stream its third-annual “Pre-E3 Show 2013″ beginning at 10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET on June 6th on www.gamespot.com. The show will also stream via the GameSpot app on Xbox LIVE. To promote the show, special tune-in announcements will air on CBS Television stations in eight major markets, reflecting the first time a gaming manufacturer’s online news event will be promoted on television stations across the country. During this year’s show, KONAMI will update fans and gaming enthusiasts…
Scare LA Debuts Website
We have been very excited to checkout the Scare LA horror/Halloween convention as part of our yearly Halloween-themed coverage. The convention takes place on August 10 and 11, 2013 at the LAMart event space in Los Angeles, CA. Tickets should be going on sale this month, so stay-tuned! Scare LA Website Link
Xbox Infinity Rumors Resurface [Rumor]
According to a leak last year, and more recent rumors, it looks as though Microsoft’s next Xbox console will be titled the “Xbox Infinity” – with an infinity symbol resembling a Windows 8 “8″ turned on its side. These rumors were further reinforced today by the good people at The International Business Times, the console will indeed be called the Xbox Infinity. Once again, this has been a long-reported rumor which may or may not be true. So, stick around as May 21st and the big reveal is right around the corner!
Disney and EA Both Release Statements on Star Wars Deal
IN addition to the official news release regarding Disney and EA signing a multi-year Star Wars game agreement, each party has released additional info and reactions. Check them out below: From EA’s Frank Gibeau: “The Force is strong with this one.” I love that line. It instantly transports me back to my childhood, to an epic world that had a powerful influence on my life. Like hundreds of millions of people, I am a true believer – someone who can’t get enough of the story, the culture, and the ethos of Star Wars. Today, The Walt Disney Company has announced…
Disney and EA Sign Multi-Year Star Wars Games Deal
BURBANK & REDWOOD CITY, Calif.–The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) and Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today announced a new multi-year exclusive licensing agreement to develop and publish globally new games based on Star Wars characters and storylines. Under the agreement, EA will develop and publish new Star Wars titles for a core gaming audience, spanning all interactive platforms and the most popular game genres, while Disney will retain certain rights to develop new titles within the mobile, social, tablet and online game categories. “This agreement demonstrates our commitment to creating quality game experiences that drive the popularity of the Star Wars franchise for years to…
Spicy Horse Seeing Alice Cosplayer in Contest
MAY 6th, 2013 – Spicy Horse Games announced today a cosplay contest seeking the world’s best cosplayer to appear in the work-in-progress Kickstarter pitch video for Alice: Otherlands, the still-in-negotiations successor to the American McGee’s Alice series. One lucky winner will be flown to Shanghai, China in June of 2013 to appear in a video shoot for the Kickstarter campaign, though all entrants should ensure they have plenty of time to secure a visa for a trip to China. The full instructions are: • Send only one image of yourself dressed as Alice – preferably in her “classic” blue and white…
May the 4th Be With You
Just a quick note from all of us at GamingShogun.com as we roll into the weekend: May the 4th Be With You!
Micrsoft Sends out Invites to E3 2013 Event
Microsoft has sent out invitations to their E3 2013 press event, which will take place at the Galen Center on Monday, June 10, 2013. We are anticipating that the event will begin at 9am or 10am, given that the Electronic Arts briefing begins at 1pm. They will send out additional information, including start times, in a separate email which should arrive to us shortly. Stay-tuned!
ezCinema Plus Projection Screen Review
Elite Screens ezCinema Plus series represents a new paradigm in how people setup their projection screens. While the idea of a pull-up screen has been around for awhile, Elite has done it like no one else by way of a “scissor” style skeletal system along with pneumatic pistons to hold the armature in place. The result is an extremely easy to use projector screen that also has great portability. The model we received to review, model F100XWH1, features a 16:9 screen ratio of 100-inches diagonally and has a 49×87-inch viewable area. The screen itself is made from Elite’s “MaxWhite” screen material….
SOE Live Tickets Now on Sale
SAN DIEGO – April 25, 2013 – Sony Online Entertainment LLC (SOE) today announced that tickets are now available for its annual community fan event, SOE Live, which will take place at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas on August 1 – August 4, 2013. “At SOE Live 2013 we are planning exciting announcements, panels, and special activities for every game in our portfolio, meaning that there are multiple reasons for our entire community to join us in Las Vegas and represent their favorite SOE games,” said Linda Carlson, Director of Community Relations, Sony Online Entertainment. “Players will be able to meet their…
Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights 23 Dates Revealed
Some early Halloween 2013 news for everyone: The official Universal Studios Orlando Twitter account just revealed the dates of their Halloween Horror Nights #23! WARNING – the following is not for the faint of heart: #HHN23 Sept. 20-21, 26-29, Oct. 3-6, 10-13, 16-20, 23-27, and Oct. 31-Nov. 2. — Universal Orlando (@UniversalORL) April 23, 2013
Airsoft for Gamers #4: AEG Types
Last week, we got the chance to interview the leader of “Infidel”, a well-known Pro-Airsoft team. In this week’s Airsoft for Gamers entry, we take a look at the various types of AEGs (airsoft electric guns) and their uses. Before that, however, here is a video of one of our recent matches over at the HSP Combat Center: A Primer on Airsoft Electric Guns AEGs powered by electric motors represent the bulk of Airsoft guns used in games today. The concept behind the AEG is that the plastic BB is fired from down the barrel of the gun by way…
QuakeCon Pre-Registration Premium Packages Revealed
Bethesda Softworks has announced that, while getting into QuakeCon will remain free, that a number of premium packages will be available for purchase when pre-registration begins on April 15, 2013. These packages are of varying flavors and will all include different levels of swag items. Check out the various packages below! Premium Ticket Packages: BYOC Select-a-Seat | Includes Guaranteed Reserved Seating: $30 (Limit of 1,250 packages available) Select and Reserve a guaranteed seat of your choice in the BYOC area An Official QuakeCon 2013 BYOC T-Shirt BYOC Select-a-Seat and Swag Pack | Full of Limited Edition Items and Guaranteed Reserved Seating:…