Author - Jerry Paxton

Gioteck Launches FR-1 PS3 Steering Wheel

2013/01/23
Jerry Paxton
News, Peripherals News

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JANUARY 23, 2013 — With a new year of gaming brimming with long awaited releases and next generation peripherals, Gioteck aim to emulate the success of their previous PS3 controllers with the release of the FR-1 freedom steering wheel. Packed full of features aiming to offer a more realistic gaming experience, this wheel is set to be one of a kind with a lightweight design and exceptional functionality.
Ideal to accompany the biggest racing games including Need for Speed: Most Wanted and the recent F1 2012, the FR-1 PS3 steering wheel possesses the following features for a new era of racing gaming…

Rumble Feedback

Designed to allow you to experience every engine growl, bump and crash, the rumble feedback feature aims to create a more immersive driving experience than ever before. Offering a true in car feel, rumble feedback gets your adrenaline pumping and heart racing, allowing you to pull out your best performances when it matters the most.

Precise Nudge

Designed to give you that much needed helping hand as you venture a little too far from the tracks, the precise nudge feature is there to give you that extra grip when a turn of the wheel is just not enough. This feature is sure to come in handy in the toughest of corners through sharp chicanes and hairpin bends.

Ergonomic Design

Carefully crafted angled arms combined with a lightweight design ensure that stiff muscles are a thing of the past. The gently angled wheel arms co-operate perfectly with the feather light features and unique carbon styling of the FR-1 to ensure this wheel both looks and feel the part for a truly realistic driving experience.

Manual Shift

Yet another feature that delivers a realistic driving experience is the additional manual shift bumpers located to the rear of the steering wheel. Allowing you to swiftly move through your gears smoothly, the manual shift feature is sure to be essential for drag and sprint race enthusiasts.

Sensitivity Switch

This handy switch allows you to customise your wheel to game the way you want to avoid frustrating cases of over or under steering. Define the sensitivity to bring out the best performances at the most vital moments of all your races.
The FR-1 retails at around £39.99 and is available for a number of online retailers as well as high street stores. Check out the official Gioteck website for all of the latest news, reviews and product updates today.

Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen Details Released

2013/01/23
Jerry Paxton
News, PlayStation 3 News, Xbox 360 News

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Capcom has sent out an announcement this morning, revealing some of the gameplay details about their upcoming Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen, which is scheduled for release on April 23, 2013 for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. In short: more skills, more equipment, more areas to explore and quest in. Check out the full text below or our Dragon’s Dogma review here.

JANUARY 23, 2013 — Following the announcement of Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen last year, we are now pleased to confirm concrete details about this expansion to the world of Dragon’s Dogma. Scheduled for release on both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 from April 23 in North America and April 26 across Europe, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen is the next exciting chapter in the Dragon’s Dogma franchise. Available as both a physical disc and a full game digital download, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen delivers a huge brand new area, missions, enemies and more, plus all of the content from the original game.

Just off the Gransys mainland is the cursed Bitterblack Isle where gamers will embark on an all-new quest to discover an underground realm, complete with new terrifying foes and incredible treasure. Owners of the original Dragon’s Dogma will be able to export their existing characters and all other saved data to continue their journey as the Arisen, and face a new threat that has emerged from the cavernous depths. Players will be able to take their characters to new heights with brand new high-level skills and augments as well as all new weapons and armor sets. Furthermore, owners of the original Dragon’s Dogma will receive 100,000 Rift Crystals, unlimited Ferrystones and the Gransys Armour Pack consisting of six brand new costumes for free, upon purchasing Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen.

For those that missed Dragon’s Dogma the first time around, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisenprovides the opportunity to start their journey from the very beginning before tackling the all-new content.

Based on player feedback, Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen will make the Dragon’s Dogma gameplay experience even more satisfying with improvements such as easier travel and a more intuitive menu system. For those who already own Dragon’s Dogma and then purchase Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen, these improvements will be automatically retrofitted to their original game save data.

So, what does Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen deliver?

All of the content from the original Dragon’s Dogma plus…

  • A massive new underground realm to explore featuring over 25 terrifying new enemies
  • More skills/equipment/augments:
    • Level 3 Skills
      • DD: DA provides each character class with a new tier of skills, giving players new devastating abilities and skills to master
    • Over 100 pieces of new equipment
      • All new high level weapons and armor sets for players venturing into the underground caverns
    • 14 new character/Pawn augments
    • New tiers of equipment enhancement
  • And there’s more:
    • Increased character customization options
    • Item appraisal
    • Option to select Japanese voice over

Dragon’s Dogma: Dark Arisen will be available at retail stores across North America for Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, and as a download from PlayStation Network on April 23, 2013 for $39.99.

ShootMania Storm Pushed Back

2013/01/22
Jerry Paxton
News, Windows PC News

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SAN FRANCISCO – January 22, 2013 – Today, Ubisoft® and Nadeo announced that ShootMania Storm, the online multiplayer first-person shooter, will be released on April 10.  Starting February 12, the game will enter an Open Beta phase allowing the developers to receive more feedback from the community ensuring a higher level of polish before the release in April.

Developed by Ubisoft’s Nadeo studio, ShootMania Storm follows the footsteps of TrackMania, Nadeo’s successful arcade racing game, to present a new dimension in first-person shooter.  As part of the ManiaPlanet system, ShootMania Storm puts players at the center of their gaming experience.  To date, players have created more than 15 game modes and, already, more than 20,000 maps have been created by players using ManiaPlanet’s proprietary map editor.

“Nadeo’s model of development has always been to be very close to the community,” said Anne Bondel-Jouin, Managing Director of Nadeo Live. “Following the release of the Beta 2 in December, we received a tremendous amount of information from the very active ShootMania community. For a living, online multiplayer title like this the work is never done, but these extra few weeks will allow us to polish the game further and release it to the level of quality we think our players deserve.”

ShootMania Storm is already very active on the e-sports scene, recently participating in the IPL 5 tournament in Las Vegas, Nevada and MLG in Dallas Texas. In March, ShootMania Storm will be included at PAX East and will return to Las Vegas with IPL 6. More details on future ShootMania Storm events will be available in the coming months.

ShootMania Storm’s pre-order offer is still available until April 10 at http://www.ShootMania.com.

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Primal Carnage Get to the Chopper Free DLC Launch Screens

2013/01/22
Jerry Paxton
News, Screenshots / Photos, Windows PC News

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JANUARY 22, 2013 — The thrilling new take on this popular dino-centric shooter — created by developer Lukewarm Media — compels the Human team to intelligently work together and make their way to an extraction helicopter that will save them from the horrors of the island. The task of reaching the chopper isn’t as simple as it sounds: The local prehistoric residents — including the new dinosaur the Spinosaurus — have no intentions of allowing anyone to leave in one piece.

Humans must make their way as a group toward set checkpoints through dinosaur-infested territories, holding off ambushes and vicious assaults from all angles before securing their escape in a waiting helicopter. The new “Get to the Chopper” objective-based game mode launches on the new jungle-themed Downpour map, which challenges players to radio into the helicopter pilot at one checkpoint and turn on a fuel valve at another before making a mad dash to their rescue awaiting them at the landing pad. In addition, the DLC also includes a modified Docks map, with additional maps to follow.

The new Spinosaurus is a fearsome predator who makes its first appearance in the “Get to the Chopper” DLC during the climactic rush to the chopper. The Spinosaurus is therefore the ultimate obstacle standing between humans and salvation. With a fearsome one-hit kill bite and vicious claw attacks, it can dispatch minuscule humans swiftly and efficiently. The Spinosaurus will also be available this month as a paid skin for Team Deathmatch maps.

For more information, visit the official Website: www.primalcarnage.com/website.

For more information about Reverb Publishing, please visit www.reverbpublishing.com.

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Resident Evil Revelations Release Date, Screens, Trailer

2013/01/22
Jerry Paxton
News, Nintendo 3DS News, Nintendo Wii U News, PlayStation 3 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox 360 News

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SAN MATEO, Calif. — January 22, 2013 — Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today confirmed that Resident Evil® Revelations will release at retail for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft®, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, and Nintendo’s Wii U™ system across North America on May 21 and Europe on May 24, 2013. The title will also be available to download digitally on PS3™ and Windows®PC for $49.99 on May 21, with digital versions for Xbox 360 and Wii U system to follow.

The fear that was originally brought to players in Resident Evil Revelations on the Nintendo 3DS™ system returns redefined for home consoles complete with high quality HD visuals, enhanced lighting effects and an immersive sound experience. Furthermore, the home console version will deliver additional content including a terrifying new enemy, extra difficulty mode and improvements to Raid Mode such as new weapons, skill sets and the opportunity to play as Hunk and other characters from the series. Raid Mode, which was first introduced to the series in the original version of Resident Evil Revelations, sees gamers play online in co-op mode or alone in single player taking on the hordes of enemies across a variety of missions whilst leveling up characters and earning weapon upgrades.

The critically acclaimed survival horror title takes players back to the events that took place between Resident Evil®4 and Resident Evil®5, revealing the truth about the T-Abyss virus. Resident Evil Revelations features series favorites Jill Valentine and Chris Redfield, plus their respective BSAA partners – Parker Luciani and Jessica Sherawat. The action begins on board a supposedly abandoned cruise ship, the ‘Queen Zenobia’, where horrors lurk around every corner before players head for the mainland and the devastated city of Terragrigia. With limited ammo and weapons available, the race is on to survive the horror of Resident Evil Revelations.

Resident Evil Revelations will take full advantage of Residentevil.net with content available to users once the game launches. Players can pre-register on the service from January 24 to gain early access to Resident Evil Revelations themed content with further information about online events to be revealed closer to launch.

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RaceRoom Racing Experience Open Beta and Pricing Details

2013/01/22
Jerry Paxton
News, Windows PC News

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Lidköping, Sweden, Jan. 22 2013 – SimBin Studios AB and RaceRoom Entertainment AG have today announced an open beta for RaceRoom Racing Experience. With a planned launch next week where the store goes live, anyone can join the beta and begin to build the game of their dreams.

NEW VIDEO – NEW CONTENT

RaceRoom Racing Experience connects fans of racing around a game, motorsports portal, and online store combined and seamlessly built into one platform making it More Than a Game™.

Drivers begin their racing career in the portal and hit the track with plenty of free-to-play content. Shown in the promotional video, five free cars will be available to registered users and with two free tracks available in six layouts, there’s no shortage of tarmac to race on. Additional cars, tracks, and game modes will be available for purchase in the store.

COMPETITIVE PRICING

RaceRoom Racing Experience uses a virtual currency called vRP (Virtual Race Points) which is tied to the Steam Wallet technology. vRP is then used to complete microtransactions which instantly unlock desired game content or features.

“We’ve established what we believe is an ethical, fair, and competitive pricing structure. Users will have the ability to choose high quality pieces of content which can be purchased to enhance their racing experience, however every user can enjoy an authentic and rich racing adventure and remain competitive without spending a dime.” – Chris Speed, COO – SimBin Studios AB

Individual car model prices range from 199 vRP to 329 vRP which is approximately 2 – 3,5 EUR. Tracks will generally be running from 349 vRP to 549 vRP or about 3,5 – 5,5 EUR. Tracks and cars will also be available from time to time in bundles. New game modes such as the Get Real package and Apex Hunt will be available for 99 vRP equaling 1 EUR.

Download RaceRoom Racing Experience and get ready to share your passion for real and digital racing.

Scarlet Blade Launches Website

2013/01/22
Jerry Paxton
News, Windows PC News

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SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Jan. 22, 2013 – Scarlet Blade has been on many gamers’ minds since it was first announced, and now there is plenty more to whet their appetites. Aeria Games, a leading global publisher of free-to-play online games, has unveiled the full website for the mature massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), in addition to an action-packed trailer highlighting the playable lovely and lethal ladies in the game. An invite-only closed alpha test is also underway.

The fully updated website reveals a plethora of details on Scarlet Blade. Eager fans can also get their first glimpse at the game’s deeply immersive background story, a riveting tale chronicling the initial invasion of Earth by the ruthless Narak and mankind’s subsequent fall. Following the near-extinction of the human race, the burden falls on the few left to avenge humanity and the Earth itself: the Arkana, an elite group of genetically engineered humanoid females who are the only ones capable of taking on the Narak.

For full details on all of the different playable Arkana, fans can check out the character section on the website, while the newly released character trailer features these stunning killing machines in action:

  •      The playful Whipper, a bundle of endless energy who revels in the pain she inflicts on her foes
  •      The stalwart Defender, wielding a massive sword with ease to stand between her allies and certain death
  •      The noble Medic, charged with keeping her fellow Arkana’s hearts beating on the battlefield
  •      The deadly Punisher, a cool and efficient killing machine with unrivaled long-range firepower
  •      The stealthy Shadow Walker, who loves to get up close and feel the spray of her enemies’ blood on her razor-sharp claws

Scarlet Blade will be free to download, and like all Aeria Games titles, will be free-to-play. Players can sign up for closed beta now at scarletblade.aeriagames.com. To stay up-to-date on the latest news, events, and giveaways, visit the Scarlet Blade Facebook page.

Aarklash: Legacy First Screenshots

2013/01/22
Jerry Paxton
Screenshots / Photos, Windows PC News

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PARIS – Jan. 22, 2013 – Cyanide Studio returns with two new games set in Rackham’s medieval-fantasy universe: Dogs of War Online, a free-to-play arena-based strategy game, and Aarklash: Legacy, a tactical adventure game. Inspired by Confrontation, both are set for release in Q2 2013.

Aarklash: Legacy puts players in command of a group of mercenaries on a perilous mission! Intense fighting awaits the player, who will be tasked with finding the most effective strategies using the pause system. Though combat is at the heart of the game, players will also have to explore uncharted areas and develop tactics in the midst of a storyline full of twists and turns.

Cyanide today reveals the first screenshots of Aarklash: Legacy with an overview of Acheron and Behemoth, two regions in the world of Aarklash that will be explored as the adventure unfolds. The heroes of the story are also shown, along with some of the creatures they will face in these hostile lands!

Aarklash: Legacy promises to be an epic quest with numerous battles. The heroes Nella, Denzil, Vendaroo, and their partners are sure to be back with more info in the coming months!

To keep up to date with Aarklash: Legacy:

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Project X Zone Announced for North America

2013/01/21
Jerry Paxton
News, Nintendo 3DS News

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SAN JOSE, Calif., (January 21, 2013) – Leading video games publisher and developer NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc. today announced that Project X Zone™ (working title) will be coming to challenge gamers in both North America and Latin America in the summer of 2013, exclusively for Nintendo 3DS™ system. This epic crossover title brings together the fiercest and most popular legacy characters from NAMCO BANDAI, SEGA®, and Capcom’s most beloved franchises to create a Strategy-RPG experience that can only be described as the ultimate cross-over title.

Developed by Banpresto and Monolith Soft, Project X Zone features over 50 characters from 29 historic game franchises by three of Japan’s most prolific video game companies. In Project X Zone players will use a team of two characters known as a Pair Unit to explore the world within the game. An additional character known as a Solo Unit can be combined with the Pair Unit to assist in battles with Solo Attacks as well as augment the attacks available for players to execute. Throughout the game, epic battles are waiting to erupt at a moment’s notice. Players will have to master an array of screen-busting moves including Solo Attacks, Support Attacks, Cross Hits, and Finishing Moves in order to defeat a multitude of foes.

“Project X Zone is the first title to ever combine such a large cast of characters from a varied list of game franchises into one grand adventure,” said Carlson Choi, Vice President of Marketing NAMCO BANDAI Games America Inc.  “Developing a cohesive game and storyline to encompass all of these great characters and their battle-styles was a huge challenge that has paid off greatly with the creation of a truly unique and groundbreaking gaming experience.”

Project X Zone takes place in a world surrounded by a hidden chaos with shadows and evil lurking beneath the peaceful cover of everyday life. When a rift in time and space suddenly appears, a doorway to various universes is opened allowing both heroes and villains from different worlds to cross paths. Players will be able to take control of a huge selection of paired heroes including favorites such as Jin and Xiaoyu (TEKKEN), Toma and Cyrille (Shining Force™ EXA), to X and Zero (Mega Man® X) and discover the cause of the rift and stop evil from coming through and spreading into their world.

Project X Zone will launch the summer of 2013; exclusively for the Nintendo 3DS system. For more information about Project X Zone or other NAMCO BANDAI game titles, please visit: http://www.namcobandaigames.com.