May 2, 2013 – EA SPORTSTM released today the first of three gameplay developer diaries for NHL 14. This NHL 14 Gameplay Developer Diary features a first look at NHL® Collision Physics, including behind-the-scenes footage of the EA SPORTS technology used in its development.
Developed from the same core technology that powers the EA SPORTS FIFA critically-acclaimed Player Impact Engine, NHL®Collision Physics introduces bigger, more thrilling hits, and truer-to-life collisions. A new left-stick control scheme makes delivering a game-changing hit simpler and more rewarding than ever.
· NHL 14 Gameplay Developer Diary Blog: More information on NHL® Collision Physics can be found here.
NHL 14 will be available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system, and the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. NHL 14 releases on September 10, 2013 in North America and September 13, 2013 in Europe.
May 2nd, 2013 — Exato Game Studios and Reverb Publishing are “blocked and loaded” with a new video for Guncraft, showing how players can build in the heat of battle to gain the upper hand. Unlike similar games, Guncraft enables players to build during multiplayer matches, crafting structures and walls block-by-block to use as immediate cover. Alternatively, players can create any prefab structure to drop immediately in-game using Guncraft’sprefabrication system.
Here is a new video for Capcom’s upcoming Remember Me, where Jean Maxime-Moris, Creative Director at developer DONTNOD Entertainment, discusses the game’s Memory mechanics. Remember Me is set to release on June 4, 2013.
Rennes, May 2, 2013 — Thrustmaster is pleased to unveil its new add-on for the base of the famous T500RS* and the Ferrari F1 Wheel Integral T500*: the Ferrari GTE Wheel Add-On Ferrari 458 Challenge Edition, a detachable replica wheel of the world renowned car.
The Thrustmaster Racing ecosystem continues to expand:
The launch of this brand-new wheel is directly related to Thrustmaster’s initiative for developing a genuine racing ecosystem for hardcore fans: the heart of this unique environment revolves around the T500RS. The product range that Thrustmaster has consistently built up over time is composed of the Ferrari F1 Wheel Add-On, the TH8 RS and now the Ferrari GTE Wheel Add-On Ferrari 458 Challenge Edition.
Choosing the Ferrari 458 Challenge Edition didn’t happen by accident: it was important to Thrustmaster’s development team to offer a realistic Ferrari GT wheel. With the 458 Challenge, equipped with a mid-rear V8 engine, Ferrari provides its sports-oriented, professional and “Sophisticated Driver” customers with an exhilarating combination of extreme performance, maximum driving enjoyment and powerful driving sensation. In creating this replica, Thrustmaster not only offers its drivers a new wheel, but also provides them with access to a truly versatile style of driving.
For Maximum Driving Realism:
This add-on is detachable and features the “Thrustmaster Quick Release” system, allowing users to quickly switch from one wheel to another* (between the “Ferrari F1” wheel, the “Ferrari 458 Challenge” wheel and the “GT” wheel). The wheel measures 28 cm in diameter, and features reinforced textured rubber over its entire circumference. In the middle of the wheel are 2 mm-thick central spokes crafted of brushed metal and clad in metallic paint. The wheel weighs in at more than 2.6 lbs / 1.2 kg, allowing it to faithfully reproduce ultra-realistic inertia and Force Feedback sensations.
The Ferrari GTE Wheel Add-On Ferrari 458 Challenge Edition also features 2 large wheel-mounted sequential paddle shifters, which move along with the wheel: they are 13 cm tall and made of 2 mm-thick, metallic paint-clad brushed metal. The paddle shifters’ tact switches are of high-quality construction, with a guaranteed lifespan of more than 10 million activations.
In addition, the wheel also features 6 action buttons which are easy to access and clearly identified, a 3-position Manettino® dial with a “push” function in the center, and a multidirectional D-pad.
(*) Sold separately.
The Ferrari GTE Wheel Add-On Ferrari 458 Challenge Edition will be available from early May 2013, at a suggested retail price of $129.99.
One of the coolest videos I saw when first researching the sport of Airsoft was taken from an M4 Carbine AEG’s front rail system. Looking into this further, the company behind the gun camera was Tachyon Inc. Tachyon makes durable cameras for not only action sports but, also, real-world military and law enforcement applications. The Tachyon Ops HD shoots 1280×720 video @ 30fps, using a 125 degree field of view. This makes it a more natural image without creating a fisheye effect. Additionally, the camera is capable of timelapse photography. In this mode, the camera will take one photo every 2 seconds.
Unlike many other action sports cameras, the battery life on the Tachyon Ops HD is rated at up to four and half hours of use! In terms of mounts, Tachyon has a huge assortment of them – both for civilian and tactical uses. In our review, we got the “GunCam” package, which includes not only a metal housing to keep your Tachyon Ops HD safe but, also, a number of picatinny rail adapters for scopes, shotgun barrels, etc. This is in addition to the standard mounts found in the basic Tachyon Ops HD package like the helmet mount, tripod mount, and ball cap “clip” mount.
Using the Tachyon Ops HD camera is very simple – it is as easy as holding down the power button until the status light turns on. From then until you hold down the power button again, you are recording video. Changing video modes on the camera is also rather simple and is accomplished using a short sequence of button presses and holds. To know which video/photo mode you are currently using, the status light will either be blue, red, or both. It is all fairly straightforward. While the photography angle is interesting, I think most users will be equipping this camera to shoot video.
The contents of the GunCam bundle include the standard mounts.
Tachyon’s camera is also very light at 1.7 ounces with a small physical profile. Unlike larger action cameras, it will not become a distraction when mounted on your Airsoft weapon or helmet. In fact, the camera is about as wide as a semi-automatic pistol, making it feel almost like a part of your handgun. There are various types of firmware/programming available for the Tachyon Ops HD, but you must specify which version you want when you order. The basic version features beeps and standard, on-off functionality. However, there is a really cool “Police” firmware version which loops recording video. This means an officer can engage the camera and not have to worry about starting or stopping it. It will just keep recording – eventually looping and recording over the oldest video first.
The two biggest issues with the camera are its lack of 1080p resolution and low light performance – unfortunately, the Tachyon OPS HD is not the best at recording dark locations. Additionally, 1280x720p resolution can make the video from the device difficult to cut together with other action cameras that shoot at 1080p. The resolution becomes less of an issue for officers looking to record on-duty encounters. 720p is more than adequate for such uses. In fact, given the devices tough construction and spartan feature-set, I have a pretty solid notion that Tachyon sells to Airsoft players as a secondary market after on-duty personnel. Here is an Airsoft match recorded from the Tachyon GunCam:
Overall, the Tachyon OPS HD action camera is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a durable and low-profile video recording solution. Whether you are someone who slaps on a Sam Browne belt before briefing and is looking to record your shift or tactical engagement; Or, if you are an Airsofter looking to record his or her team’s games, you can’t go wrong with this camera. Additionally, the basic Tachyon OPS HD/mount package is available for $149.95 at their official website. This is about $50 dollars less expensive than most decent action sports cameras (and those are usually a lot bigger, physically, by comparison).
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Looking like something that a nanosuit operator would wear in Crytek’s Crysis 3, the Valken Sly Profit Goggle System is an exceptional piece of head protection for use in both Airsoft and Paintball games.
The goggle system features a dual-pane thermal lens system which is very difficult to get to fog up – due in part to the mask’s ventilation system. The Sly Profit Goggle System is also the most comfortable Airsoft mask I have ever worn. The inside of the mask is lined with velvety padding, which gently caresses your face like a small, mil-spec angel baby wrapped in A-TACS patterned clouds. The mask features two head straps for added stability as well as a chin strap.
The cheek areas of the mask tends to hang lower than those found on high-end Dye or Save Phace masks, so aiming down the scope of your AEG can be difficult without a rail/scope riser. Additionally, this mask does not provide any upper-forehead or scalp protection, so you probably will want to wear a reversed ball cap or other various head wrap just to make sure you’re covered. Due to the height of the side walls of the mask, wearing a MICH replica helmet is also somewhat difficult.
In terms of protection, I just picked up this mask and was done playing an Airsoft game after being hit. Calmly, with dead rag held high, I walked to the staging area where other “dead” players stood by. No later did I arrive than a sniper’s BB fired directly at my right eye in what seemed like slow motion. THWACK! The heavy, sniper-class BB impacted directly with the thermal visor, making a hearty sound as it was deflected. I yell out to the field “Check your fire!” but could not make out exactly where the sniper was. The Sly Profit mask protected my head easily and the BB didn’t even leave a mark on the visor. I was a true believer in this mask after that event.
Overall, there are only one or two alternate options I would suggest for full face protection during Airsoft matches, and they are all within this price range. You simply cannot go wrong with the Sly Profit Goggle System. It gets a solid 4 out of 5 from us, the only real drawbacks are its cheek weld and that, for as low as the forehead is, it is not conducive to helmet use. The Sly Profit Full Camo Mask retails for $110 dollars and you can find it over at AirsoftGI’s website.
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Perfect World Entertainment has released their second “On Screen” video, this time featuring Star Trek actress Denise Crosby who is reprising her role as Sela (now EMPRESS Sela) in Star Trek Online’s upcoming “Legacy of Romulus” expansion.
Santa Monica, CA – May 1, 2013 – Prepare for the next generation of Call of Duty®. The franchise that has defined a generation of gaming is set to raise the bar once again with the all-new Call of Duty®: Ghosts. Published by Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard (Nasdaq: ATVI), and developed by Infinity Ward, the studio that created the original Call of Duty and the seminal Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® series, Call of Duty: Ghosts ushers in the next generation of the franchise. The new title delivers a riveting all-new gameplay experience built on an entirely new story, setting and cast of characters, all powered by a new, next generation Call of Duty engine that redefines the series for the next generation.
“Infinity Ward set the gold standard for first-person action for a generation, and they’re going to do it again with Call of Duty: Ghosts,” said Eric Hirshberg, CEO of Activision Publishing, Inc. “Ghosts delivers an all-new story, all-new characters, an all-new Call of Duty world, all powered by a next generation Call of Duty engine, which is a leap forward for the franchise. Infinity Ward is going all-in to create the next generation of Call of Duty worthy of the world’s greatest fans.”
“Everyone was expecting us to make Modern Warfare 4, which would have been the safe thing to do. But we’re not resting on our laurels,” said Mark Rubin, executive producer of developer Infinity Ward. “We saw the console transition as the perfect opportunity to start a new chapter for Call of Duty. So we’re building a new sub-brand, a new engine, and a lot of new ideas and experiences for our players. We can’t wait to share them with our community.”
To see an exclusive first look at Call of Duty: Ghosts tune in to Xbox: the Next Generation Revealed on May 21 at 10AM PDT on Xbox.com, Xbox LIVE or SPIKE TV for the debut of the all-new game from Infinity Ward.
“We are consistently thrilled with the overwhelming response received from critics and consumers alike to the Call of Duty series, which has firmly established its home on the Xbox 360 with the game’s largest and most engaged community,” said Don Mattrick, president of the interactive entertainment business at Microsoft. “With Call of Duty: Ghosts, we have no doubt that our longtime partners, Activision and Infinity Ward, will raise the bar higher than ever before for this incredible franchise.”
Starting today, fans can begin pre-ordering their copy of Call of Duty: Ghosts at retail outlets worldwide.
“There’s no other video game property like Call of Duty. It’s the biggest game franchise on the planet that has had some of the biggest game entertainment launches in history,” said Tony Bartel, president of GameStop. “We are very excited for the launch of Call of Duty: Ghosts, as we transition to next generation consoles.”
Call of Duty: Ghosts will release on Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and PC on November 5. Call of Duty: Ghosts will also be available for next generation platforms. For the latest intel, check out: www.callofduty.com/ghosts, www.facebook.com/CODGhosts, or follow on Twitter @InfinityWard. Call of Duty: Ghosts is not yet rated.
