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Activision Announces NASCAR Unleashed

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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Activision has announced a new racing game for the Xbox 360, Wii, 3DS, and PlayStation 3 platforms called NASCAR Unleashed. NASCAR Unleashed will, of course, feature 15 real-world NASCAR drivers as well as their sponsors and rides. The game is due out this holiday season and, unlike their previous NASCAR the Game 2011, is geared more towards an arcade/action experience instead of a simulation.

“NASCAR has been tremendous in that they’ve given us the flexibility to design different kinds of racing games for their vast audience,” said David Oxford, Executive Vice President of Activision Publishing. “We really wanted to make something electrifying for all NASCAR fans, not just the hardcore. NASCAR Unleashed gives players a new style of speed and excitement, without sacrificing accessibility.”

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Wargaming Brings World of Tanks to Retail Stores

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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While we are currently finishing up our review of Wargaming.net’s online tank battle game, World of Tanks, you should know that Wargaming.net has announced that the game is now available in retail stores across North America. Previously, the free-to-play title was only available via digital download.

The retail version of critically acclaimed World of Tanks is priced at only $19.99. The box contains the following items for aspiring tank commanders – a $30 value:

  • 1 T2 Light Tank
  • 1 week premium account
  • 1,050,000 credits
  • 1,800 gold

Sound Blaster Officially Announces the Recon3D

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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Sound Blaster has announced the launch of their highly-anticipated Recon3D, a portable audio processor for gaming consoles as well as the Mac and PC platforms, which brings THX TruStudio Pro features to all audio inputs. The Sound Blaster Recon3D is slated for availability in October for $129.99.

“We designed the Sound Blaster Recon3D to enable seamless audio enhancement for all platforms – whether it’s a console gaming system or a Mac or PC, Sound Blaster Recon3D provides the best audio experience and voice communications available,” said Ryan Schlieper, product marketing manager for audio and gaming at Creative Labs, Inc. “We’ve been able to accomplish this based upon our heritage of designing and selling more than 400 million sound cards.  This simple-to-use solution leverages the evolution of our audio engineering expertise, the Sound Core3D, resulting in the Sound Blaster Recon3D, which enables all gamers to experience dramatically improved sound quality, regardless of platform or content.”

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Utherverse Announces Virtual WowFanCon Convention

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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Utherverse has announced that they are putting on a virtual, online fan convention for Blizzard Entertainment’s MMO, World of Warcraft, called “WowFanCon”. The virtual convention will be held using Utherverse’s fully-3D virtual world software. The convention will feature speakers, community gatherings, prize drawings, and more. It will take place from October 7th, 2011 through October 8th, 2011.

“World of Warcraft is the most popular online game, and we are the largest virtual-world company,” said Brian Shuster, Utherverse founder and CEO, “so it’s the perfect marriage. For the first time ever, millions of our users and millions of WoW players can come together and experience a massively multi-user online convention, for free, without leaving home. Virtual conventions like this one are the next killer app for the web, and Utherverse has been investing heavily to become the leader in this breakthrough trade-show concept.”

You can find out how to register to attend the free online event over at its official website.

PDP Announces Limited Edition Game Hardware for Modern Warfare 3

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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Performance Designed Products has announced a limited edition gaming hardware line for Activision’s upcoming Modern Warfare 3. PDP is readying the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Collector’s Edition Wireless Controller for the PlayStation 3 as well as the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Chat Headset for Wii. These limited edition accessories will be available just in time for the worldwide launch of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 on November 8th. The Call of Duty: MW3 Collector’s Edition Wireless Controller for PlayStation 3 will be available at retail and on PDP.com for a suggested retail price of $49.99, while the Call of Duty: MW3 Chat Headset for Wii will have a suggested retail price of $24.99.

“The Call of Duty® community is among the most passionate in the world and deserve  the highest-quality gaming accessories to take Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 to the next level this November,” said Bill Otte, SVP of Marketing and Sales for Performance Designed Products. “We have designed the ultimate game accessories for PlayStation® 3 and Wii™ to make gameplay even more authentic, surrounding players into the middle of the action.”

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Thor and Captain America for 3DS Get Release Dates

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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SEGA and Marvel have announced the release dates for their upcoming Thor: God of Thunder & Captain America: Super Soldier video games for the Nintendo 3DS platform. Thor: God of Thunder will be available September 13th, 2011 followed by Captain America: Super Soldier on October 25th, 2011. Both titles were released on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, Wii, and Nintendo DS earlier this year.

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Warhammer Online: Wrath of Heroes Armory Trailer #2

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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Electronic Arts and BioWare have released a new trailer from their upcoming Play4Free title, Warhammer Online: Wrath of Heroes. This trailer shows off the character of Felicia as well as her many abilities. Wrath of Heroes is currently in beta testing but is scheduled for release this fall.

Four New Wargame: European Escalation Screenshots

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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Focus Home Interactive has released four new screenshots from their upcoming strategy game, Wargame: European Escalation, which is due out in November for the Windows PC platform. The game puts players in the middle of a full-scale conflict between NATO and Warsaw Pact forces.

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New Black Prophecy Episode 2 Screenshots

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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Reakktor Media and gamigo AG have released some new screenshots from the upcoming Episode 2 “Species War” content expansion to their online space actioner, Black Prophecy, which is due out early this month and adds numerous features to the PvP aspects of the game – including warzones.

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X-Men: Destiny Box Art Revealed

2011/09/01
Jerry Paxton
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Activision and Silicon Knights have revealed the official box art for their upcoming X-Men: Destiny, which is due out on September 27th and allows players to take on the mantle of a brand-new superhero in the world of the X-Men.

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