2k Games and Gearbox Software have released a short, new trailer teasing something coming to PAX East. New Borderlands 2 DLC, anyone?
Author - Jerry Paxton
Prague, Czech Republic, Thursday 14th March 2013 — While the Arma 3™ Alpha leads Steam’s Top Sellers chart since launch, Bohemia Interactive today also made a free invite-only variant available. The Arma 3 Alpha Lite is a limited version of the Arma 3 Alpha – providing people with the opportunity to try out the singleplayer showcase missions, a selection of weapons and vehicles, and the scenario editor. Unlike the regular Arma 3 Alpha, the Arma 3 Alpha Lite does not feature a multiplayer component or modding support, and does not include access to the Arma 3 Beta and complete game later on. To participate in the Alpha Lite, people need to be invited by those who have purchased the regular Arma 3 Alpha. The Arma 3 Alpha Lite will be discontinued on June 18th, 2013.
Upgrading to the complete Arma 3 Alpha can be done by purchasing the Arma 3 Alpha (24.99 EUR/19.99 GBP/32.99 USD) or Arma 3 Digital Deluxe Edition (39.99 EUR/34.99 GBP/49.99 USD) on Steam. Extras in the Digital Deluxe Edition include a digital soundtrack*, digital maps*, digital tactical guide*, and a Steam Gift of Arma: Cold War Assault (formerly known as Operation Flashpoint™: Cold War Crisis). Both versions provide access to the Arma 3 Beta plus a digital version of the complete game upon release. The price of each edition will increase once the Arma 3 Beta and final game become available.
Those who would like to sponsor development further also have the option to purchase theArma 3 Supporter Edition (69.99 EUR/59.99 GBP/91.99 USD) from Store.bistudio.com. Besides the additional Arma development support, this edition ships with all the extras from the digital deluxe edition, plus Supporter-exclusive rewards like a Steam Gift of Arma X, all future Arma 3 DLCs and a special forums medal. The full overview of editions, and their conditions, can be found on the official Arma 3 website.
For more information on Arma 3 and the Arma 3 Alpha, be sure to visit the official website atwww.arma3.com
*Available upon release of the full and final game. Operation Flashpoint™ is a trademark of Codemasters.
CARY, N.C. and BERLIN (March 14, 2013) – Epic Games, Inc. has licensed Unreal Engine 4 to YAGER, making the “Spec Ops: The Line” creator the first independent studio in Europe to license the technology. Under the agreement, the Berlin-based developer will utilize Epic’s groundbreaking tools to craft a major next-generation title to be unveiled in the coming months.
“Unreal Engine 4 is, hands down, the best toolset for creating next-generation, AAA games,” said Timo Ullmann, managing director at YAGER. “Unreal Engine 3 enabled our great team to tap its full potential for the development for our award-winning game ‘Spec Ops: The Line’ and beyond. YAGER is thrilled to be utilizing Epic’s latest technology for our foremost project as the new workflow is incredible, and Blueprint visual scripting gives us more control over building our games than ever before.”
“With ‘Spec Ops: The Line,’ the team at YAGER demonstrated their ability to create intelligent, cinematic games with exceptional visuals, and we’re excited to watch their latest vision spring to life,” said Mike Gamble, European territory manager for Epic Games. “Unreal Engine 4 scales to teams of all sizes, and YAGER’s new project will show what talented developers can do with leading-edge tools that unleash their creative power and productivity.”
Woodinville, WA. – March 14, 2013 – If a zombie infestation begins on the East Coast, MOGA will be ready with a zombie safe house on the show floor of PAX East in Boston, Massachusetts on March 22 – 24. MOGA will be on-hand at this year’s PAX East (booth #648) to give consumers their first-ever hands-on experience of the new console-style MOGA Pro Controller for Android devices. At PAX East, MOGA is partnering with developer MADFINGER and their hit MOGA Enhanced zombie game, Dead Trigger, to provide attendees at the show an experience they’ll never forget. Zombies will be roaming the exhibit hall, infecting unsuspecting gamers and giving them a chance to win a MOGA Pocket controller in the process.
“The perfect place to unveil MOGA Pro is at PAX, and a great game to show off MOGA Pro’s capabilities is Dead Trigger,” said JJ Richards, MOGA Divisional Vice President. “We believe gamers are going to have a lot of fun at the MOGA booth during PAX East. Not only will they get their first opportunity to try out the upcoming MOGA Pro, but attendees at this year’s show will also have a chance to win great prizes at our MOGA zombie safe-house.”
MOGA Pro will be available at key retailers and mobile carriers later this spring for an estimated retail price of $49.99. Gamers will be able to pre-order MOGA Pro online beginning March 22 atMOGAanywhere.com, Walmart.com, and BestBuy.com.
Features of the MOGA Pro include full-sized console-style grips, clickable dual analog sticks, four action buttons, a classic directional pad, two shoulder buttons, two shoulder triggers, rechargeable batteries, USB charging cord and a tablet stand. Additionally, MOGA Pro comes with the full support of the MOGA Mobile Gaming System, including wireless Bluetooth syncing with Android phones and tablets, the MOGA Arm that secures phones up to 3.2 inches wide and the MOGA Pivot App.
2K Games and Irrational Games have released a new trailer for BioShock Infinite. Titled “False Shepard”, it shows off more of the game’s combat system.
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Here is the new, red band trailer for the upcoming Kick-Ass 2, which is due out sometime later this year.
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EPIC Games and Microsoft have announced that on the night of March 18th, there will be a huge launch party for Gears of War: Judgment at the Microsoft Store in Century City. There will be a bunch of events setup for attendees and the first 50 people in line will receive a special giveaway item. See the PR info below for more info.
Official PR Text
On Monday, March 18 starting at 10pm, Microsoft at Westfield Century City will host a midnight launch party for Gears of War: Judgment where fans can compete for fun and bragging rights. Customers will enjoy food, drinks and prizes. Currently, customers can pre-order the game anytime and at any Microsoft retail store. They can pick up their own copy of Gears of War: Judgment at 12:01am on Tuesday, March 19 to continue the battle at home. The first 50 people in line will receive a special giveaway. Check out the Microsoft retail store Facebook for more information.
Milano – March 13, 2013 – V-MODA, designer of the award-winning, crowdsourced Crossfade M-100, announces its latest inventions, VAMP VERZA and Metallo case. Geared for the modern audio connoisseur, VERZA transforms your smartphone into a mobile hi-fi system. Designed in Italy and made in Japan, it builds off of the original VAMP for iPhone 4/4S featuring an integrated 150mW x 2 headphone amplifier, 2 DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converters) and a 2200mAh battery pack. VAMP VERZA also introduces the patent-pending VERZADOCK that seamlessly integrates with popular smartphone and tablets.
VAMP VERZA can be used as a standalone Hi-Fi USB Audio amplifier, or mobile audiophiles can dock it with the machined METALLO case built specifically for the Samsung Galaxy S III. Future cases for the Samsung Galaxy S IV, Note II and iPhone 5 will be available in the upcoming months. Metallo slides and locks onto VERZA’s high-performance audio engine with the VERZADOCK rail mechanism designed for optimal precision and tactility. The case can be used independently with the included back cover for times when portability is more important than function.
“Today’s smartphones offer an array of robust features, but for the ‘prosumer,’ it leaves something to be desired. For example, photography enthusiasts still need a DSLR and several additional lenses. Comparably, for the avid audiophile, VAMP VERZA supplements the poor audio quality produced by smartphones and delivers the purest fidelity imaginable. We shrank the analog-age component spirit into a sleek, spy-like multifunction gadget that is portable enough to use anytime, anywhere,” states Val Kolton, Chief Visionary Officer at V-MODA. “When you combine VAMP VERZA, Metallo, M-100, and the new Samsung Galaxy S III/S IV, Note or iPhone 5, you achieve the ultimate technology trifecta that truly stands apart from the crowd.”
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – March 13, 2013- You’ll never fall powerless again to the dreaded dead-battery dilemma. Today, Digital Treasures introduces the Props Power Case for the iPad 4, iPad 3, iPad 2 and iPad Mini. This portable powerhouse, packed with a 12,000 mAh or 8,000 mAh battery, allows you to take back control of your mobile life by keeping your device charged up and ready-to-go whenever, wherever.
“With this accessory, consumers are carrying 12,000 mAh’s of power in their luggage or briefcase at all times- that’s a lot of power!” says Brian Austin, President of Digital Treasures. “In effect, it’s a zero-footprint charging powerhouse, and there’s no need to carry around a bulky charging bank.”
Based on the consumer’s iPad usage and needs, the Power Case is available in two options for an extra boost of power on-the-go: a 12,000 mAh or 8,000 mAh battery. The version compatible with the iPad Mini is only available with a built-in 8,000mAh battery. An LED battery status indicator on the top of the case offers a visual update on how much juice is left in the battery before it needs to be recharged. Use the included charging cable and USB adapter cable to power up the iPad and additional mobile devices.
The Power Case is sleek and stylish with a durable yet smooth, supple material which couples aesthetics and protection. The iPad will remain secure and protected during the rigors of everyday use. The Power Case features an anti-slide design which supports hands-free viewing angles. Simply fold back the front cover to form the perfect easel ideal for reading or watching movies.
The Power Case with Built-in 12,000 mAh battery retails for $99.95 and the Power Case with Built-in 8,000 mAh battery retails for $89.95. The Power Case for the iPad Mini retails for 79.95. They are available at www.digitaltreasures.com.
Technical Specifications
- Input: Micro 5 pin 5V/1A
- Output: Micro USB 5.2V/2A
- Microcontroller (MCU) chip set for smart Power Case and iPad charging
- Auto-off function
Twain Harte, CA – March 13, 2012 – Reverb Publishing announced today its presence at PAX East 2013, to be held at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center from Friday, March 22 through Sunday, March 24. The Reverb line-up of great indie games is playable in Booth #1048 – Edge of Space, Guncraft, Beatbuddy, and Sanctum 2.
EDITOR’S NOTE: All Reverb titles will be represented on-site by the developers.
Reverb Publishing’s line-up includes:
- Sanctum 2 (Coffee Stain Studios, PC/XBLA/PSN) – Bigger, badder, and better, Sanctum 2 is the only true hybrid of tower defense / first-person shooter that enables up to four player cooperative play. Sanctum 2 is a mix of intense action and strategic gameplay that combines thrilling multiplayer and stunning graphics, raising the bar for indie games. Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=
GIVbGVwCsTM - Guncraft (Exato Game Studios, PC) – Guncraft is a first person shooter utilizing the voxel style made popular by the highly acclaimed game, Minecraft. This game takes traditional FPS elements and combines them with construction to create a fast paced, diverse, and extremely unique level of gameplay. Coupled with a multiplayer editor and tons of modding capabilities, and players have a very versatile game. Video: www.youtube.com/user/
ExatoGameStudios?feature=watch - Edge of Space (Handyman Studio, PC) – Edge of Space is an exploration, crafting, building, terraforming, and survival game, placing players in a dynamic open-world sandbox where they must build, create, mold, and work to survive in the deepest, darkest, weirdest, and possibly most interesting part of the known universe. Players will fight everything from rocket-powered, cybernetically-enhanced laser sharks to interstellar squid beasts. Video: www.playedgeofspace.com/
videos.html - Beatbuddy (Threaks, PC/XBLA/PSN) – Beatbuddy is the first action-music game that incorporates music directly into gameplay so players must use the rhythm to progress through the game. A gorgeous, highly detailed 2D experience with every level hand-painted featuring lush details, Beatbuddy is developed by THREAKS, who have created their own patent pending sound technology, enabling the player to experience a music track in a non-linear fashion. Video: www.youtu.be/rUb2BKrK004