Snail Games has posted up a new dev diary talking about re-creating the real world inside their upcoming MMO, Age of Wushu – specifically, re-creating monuments and buildings from China’s Ming Dynasty. Age of Wushu is currently in beta testing and is scheduled for launch debut on February 1, 2013.
RAMSEY, NJ – November 29, 2012 – iBattz, creators of intelligent power solutions, introduces their first protective battery case for iPhone® 5 with the Mojo Hi5 Powerbank Case. The Mojo Hi5 case is a two-part protective case that features a detachable 2500mAh aluminum battery to keep users powered up on the go. The battery is thin, lightweight and complementary to the iPhone 5’s minimalistic design. In addition, it can also be used to power other USB devices.
Functionality and design were key components in the development of the Mojo Hi5. This is evident in the sleek outer case which fuses flawlessly with the slim form of the iPhone 5. The user has the option to use the battery or just protect their phone with the thin yet protective case. The 2500mAh battery effortlessly attaches to the case for charging on the go, and is removable for charging other USB enabled devices.
Included with the Mojo Hi5 Powerbank case is the 2500mAh battery, matte black and gloss white cases, USB to Micro USB charging cable, Velcro strap and a short flex USB cable for charging the iPhone 5 when connected with the Apple Lightning to micro USB adapter, available at the Apple Store and online, sold separately.
“Attention to detail is key for us at iBattz. Staying true to the sleek design of the new iPhone 5, we made sure to create a case that would perfectly complement this stunning phone,” said Richard Martin, President, iBattz North American operations. “The Mojo Hi5 provides immediate snap-on power and quick charging capability — it’s a must-have accessory for people always on-the-go.”
The Mojo Hi5 Powerbank Case is available at Amazon.com and usa.ibattz.com for a MSRP of $79.90
Here is a teaser for the world premiere trailer of Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2. The full trailer will air during the Spike 2012 Video Game Awards on December 7 at
9:00 P.M. ET/6:00 P.M. PT on Spike TV.
Rockstar Games has released a 10th anniversary trailer for Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. Additionally, don’t forget about the game’s mobile launch next week!
QUEBEC CITY – NOV. 29, 2012 – Today Frima Studio announces they have been named among Canada’s Top 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures in the annual awards hosted by Waterstone Human Capital. Frima was given the award for being one of Canada’s most promising growth companies with a commitment to creating a positive corporate culture for its employees.
“Only a few months removed from our certification for exceptional Work-Family Balance by the Quebec Ministry of Family, this latest recognition further validates the investment we make in each of our employees,” said Steve Couture, CEO of Frima Studio. “We consistently find that building a supportive and flexible workplace leads to healthier, more productive employees that endeavor to hit our ambitious growth goals.”
Since its founding in 2003, Frima has sought to build a better business by attracting top talent from around the world with an attractive, balanced work environment. They offer each of their 360 full-time employees a wide variety of perks that encourage a healthy work-life balance such as flexible work hours and free access to public transit. Additionally, the internal Frimagination program allows any team of employees to present creative ideas for the opportunity to develop a personal project “on the clock” and entitles them to a share of the revenue if it’s commercially successful.
“We’re thrilled that Frima Studio has been named one of Canada’s 10 in the Growth and Small Cap category,” said David Kinley, the president of Waterstone Human Capital. “Our Canada’s 10 board was impressed with this submission, and with Frima’s leadership. This is an organization with a caring and strong culture, showing exceptional growth and performance. Congratulations to Frima’s leadership team and to all of its team members.”
In 2012 Frima released several original new IPs across multiple platforms including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and Facebook, while continuing their core work for some of the game and entertainment industry’s biggest brands.
November 29, 2012 – Today, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and DC Entertainment unveiled Deathstroke as the latest addition to the growing cast of heroes and villains in Injustice: Gods Among Us, the upcoming DC Comics fighting game. Known as a legendary assassin, Deathstroke utilizes a small arsenal of ranged and melee weapons to penetrate his enemies’ defenses. Accompanying this all-new character reveal are screenshots and a gameplay video showing off Deathstroke’s combat moves and weapons.
29 November, 2012 – Wargaming today released its first inside look into its naval MMO action game World of Warships.
The screenshots showcase top-notch rendering, including historically accurate and highly detailed models of combat vessels, impressive variety of warship types, and photo-realistic virtual environments with real-life weather effects.
Here is a new teaser for the upcoming Guillermo Del Toro giant monster movie, Pacific Rim, showing the initial attack on San Francisco by what appears to be a gigantic sea monster. Pacific Rim shows off mankind’s struggle with these giants, by building huge combat robots. It is due out on July 12, 2013.
Visceral Games and Electronic Arts have sent out a plethora of screenshots today from their upcoming Dead Space 3 – enjoy!
This is a great behind-the-scenes video from the making of Crysis 3 at Crytek. It is chock full of information on game design from multiple perspectives. Check it out.
