Here is a new video from Interceptor Entertainment’s Rise of the Triad, featuring new gameplay and an inside look into how the team is handling ROTT’s classic tracks.
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Daedalic Entertainment has released a new teaser trailer for their upcoming point and click adventure title, Memoria. Memoria is scheduled to be available for PC and Mac by the end of August 2013 via Steam and GOG.
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Prague, Czech Republic, Tuesday 25th June 2013 — Supporting the development of its upcoming tactical military shooter Arma 3™, Bohemia Interactive has released the anticipated Arma 3 Beta. The Arma 3 Beta expands the game’s diversity by focusing upon heavy firepower and military logistics. Combined with the playable content from the Arma 3 Alpha, the complete package features the 20 km² island of Stratis, 20 weapons, 18 vehicles, 3 factions, 8 showcase missions, 4 multiplayer scenarios, 4 challenges, the scenario editor and modding support.
Jay Crowe, Creative Director on Arma 3, adds:
“The Beta is a big opportunity for us to involve more players in Arma 3’s development and is the next step along the road towards our full release. With a variety of new singleplayer and multiplayer scenarios and a whole bunch of new sandbox content, we’re looking forward to introducing players to what true combined arms combat really means in Arma 3.”
People who participated in the Arma 3 Alpha will gain access to the Arma 3 Beta by downloading the automatic update on Steam. Those who are new to Arma 3 can purchase the Arma 3 Beta (which includes the full retail game when released) from Steam orStore.bistudio.com.
Here they can choose between the regular Arma 3 Beta (34.99 EUR/29.99 GBP/44.99 USD) or the Arma 3 Digital Deluxe Edition (44.99 EUR/39.99 GBP/59.99 USD). Those who would like to sponsor development further, also have the option to purchase the Arma 3 Supporter Edition(69.99 EUR/59.99 GBP/91.99 USD) from Store.bistudio.com. The price of each edition will increase upon launch of the full and final game.
Arma 3 is the latest installment in Bohemia Interactive’s award-winning tactical military shooter series for PC. Set in a massive Mediterranean sandbox of over 290 km², the game will have 40+ weapons, 20+ vehicles, a wide variety of single- and multiplayer gameplay, and limitless options for content creation.
More information on Arma 3 can be found on www.arma3.com
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New York, NY – June 25, 2013 – 2K today unveiled the WWE® 2K14 cover art featuring WWE Superstar Dwayne “The Rock®” Johnson. The official reveal, which took place during last night’s episode of Monday Night Raw®, showcased cover artwork designed in partnership with “The People’s Champion.” The cover art reflects The Rock’s physicality and signature in-ring pose. To further celebrate, 2K recently launched a consumer contest for the opportunity to create alternate cover artwork to be included with WWE 2K14 retail copies.
“I am exceptionally grateful to be chosen for the cover of WWE 2K14 and serve as the first cover Superstar under 2K’s leadership,” said The Rock, one of the most recognizable Superstars in WWE history. “I want the cover of WWE 2K14 to electrify the people. I want the artwork to stand out and set a new standard for all WWE video games from 2K, both today and in the future.”
Widely considered one of the greatest WWE Superstars of all time, The Rock – a third-generation competitor who followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfather – rose to mainstream fame in both tag team and singles action during the late 1990s as part of the company’s highly regarded “Attitude Era.” His impressive resume currently boasts eight reigns as WWE Champion, in addition to several reigns as WCW Champion, Intercontinental Champion and WWE Tag Team Champion. In recent years, The Rock returned to WWE and spurred several historic moments, including a victory on January 27, 2013 over CM Punk® at Royal Rumble® to win the WWE Championship – his first WWE championship reign in over ten years. He was last in the ring at WrestleMania 29 on April 7, 2013, which saw The Rock in action against his long-standing rival, John Cena®.
“WWE 2K14 represents a new era of the renowned WWE video game franchise, combining signature gameplay with 2K’s commitment to authenticity,” said Chris Snyder, Senior Director of Marketing at 2K. “The Rock epitomizes a 2K cover Superstar. His credentials are world-class, and that is something we aspire to capture on both the cover and in the video game.”
2K recently announced an original cover artwork contest, where one lucky consumer will have his or her artwork immortalized as an alternate cover distributed inside WWE 2K14 retail copies. To submit contest entries, consumers will use Twitter to promote their images, with the hashtag #WWE2K14Cover included in their tweets. No purchase necessary. Currently open to legal residents of the 50 U.S. states and D.C., at least 18 years of age. Contest ends at 11:59:59 p.m. ET on July, 23, 2013. Void where prohibited. Subject to the official rules, located at wwe.2k.com/covercontest. A similar contest is also planned for Europe, with details to follow shortly.
2K’s lineup of premier sports simulation titles expands with the company’s first release in the renowned WWE video game franchise, WWE 2K14. Developed by Yukes for the Xbox 360® games and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, WWE 2K14 is positioned to be the most electrifying, authentic and comprehensive WWE video game experience to date. WWE 2K14 is not yet rated by the ESRB and is currently scheduled for release on October 29, 2013 in North America and November 1, 2013 internationally.
For more information on WWE 2K14 and 2K, visit wwe.2k.com, facebook.com/WWEgames and @WWEgames on Twitter.
2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
June 25, 2013 — Zynga’s Vice President of Partner Publishing, Rob Dyer announced today that he is no longer with the company and will be pursuing other opportunities within the mobile and social gaming space. Hired in November 2011, Dyer was responsible for cultivating and maintaining Zynga’s relationships with external development partners, working with developers to strategize on their game launches, as well as assisting in monetizing and marketing their games. Prior to Zynga, Dyer was Senior Vice President of Publisher Relations at Sony Computer Entertainment America (SCEA) where he handled relationships with external North American developers and publishers, in addition to overseeing PlayStation Network.
Often known for pushing the boundaries of physical PC and console peripherals, Razer has made a very cool entry into the “software peripheral” market with the release of “Razer Surround”. Razer Surround is a software which promises to provide virtual 7.1 surround sound on any stereo headphone setup. Our review copy of Razer Surround has a clunky install app but we were assured that the release build installer would be a lot more streamlines. Once installed, however, Razer Surround lives inside your Synapse control panel and is interacted with like any other Razer peripheral you may have in the software suite.
The thing that makes Razer Surround a step above traditional virtual surround sound systems is the way it can be customized for any individual. When calibrating the software inside the Synapse control panel, users can adjust which “direction” sounds most like the direction a sound should be coming from. This customization is vital as, on default settings, my basic stereo headset seem just “okay”. After customizing the sound, however, the system is tremendously-more impressive.
In testing the Razer Surround system, I basically installed and calibrated the software then went about my usual gaming routine. I played some Call of Duty: Black Ops II, StarDrive, Skyrim, and a couple other titles. To clarify the amount of gaming I did using Razer Surround, I only had the software for a few days to try it out and had to squeeze it in with other reviews and also trying to take care of things in the “real world”. That being said, I definitely noticed and appreciated the virtual surround sound in the first-person titles I played. In a game like StarDrive, the software really had no effect on gameplay. Also, while the surround sound effect is good, it is not always 100% believable and the effect always seems to reduce bass levels all over. Razer has tried to compensate for this with a bass slider in their configurator software, but it too sounds a bit “off” when compared to true sound.
Overall, Razer Surround can add a lot of value to your stereo headphone system – especially if you can’t afford to pick up a true 5.1 or 7.1 headphone system. As a quick aside, this system does also work – albeit to a lesser degree, with stereo speaker systems! That being said, I would still use the software primarily with headphones that don’t feature true surround sound.
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*Note: Razer Surround will usually cost $19.99. However, from now through the rest of 2013, Razer is waiving this fee in order to help raise money for Child’s Play. Starting in 2014, this software will resume its normal retail price.
Six Flags Great Adventure, located in Jackson, New Jersey, has released its schedule of special events for the month of July. If you are a regular of the park, be sure to check ’em out!
Events
Six Flags Salutes Service—Military and Veterans Appreciation Week—July 1 to 7
Six Flags salutes service to our country while it celebrates America July 1 to 7 with discounts on admission to the theme park and safari for active military, veterans, their friends and family. Signs are displayed around the fountain honoring individuals and organizations. Email requests for honor signs by June 20 to njspecialevents@sixflags.com.
Independence Day Celebration—July 4 at 10 p.m.
Six Flags Great Adventure will celebrate Independence Day with a special BBQ picnic and fireworks display July 4. The BBQ picnic will run from 12 to 6 p.m. in the Maple catering grove and the fireworks and laser light show will begin at 10 p.m. on the Lakefront. Admission and BBQ picnic ticket packages are available online for $47.98 (junior ticket) and $56.98 (regular ticket). Guests may purchase picnic tickets separately if they already have a Season Pass or admission to the park. Visit http://www.sixflags.com/greatAdventure/events/CalendarEvents.aspx for more information.
July Fireworks – Thursdays in July at 10 p.m.
Every Thursday night in July, guests can enjoy a spectacular fireworks and laser light display over the park’s Great Lake. Award-winning fireworks company Pyrotecnico produced this heart-pounding show that will bring music to life in the night sky. Seating is first-come, first-serve in the Great Lake Grandstand with additional viewing along the waterfront. The shows are included with park admission or Season Pass.
Jason Derulo Concert—July 6 at 8 p.m.
Chart-topper Jason Derulo will perform at Six Flags Great Adventure July 6 in the Northern Star Arena at 8 p.m. Guests can enjoy popular songs such as “Breathing,” “Whatcha Say,” “It Girl,” “In My Head,” “Riding Solo” and his current hit, “The Other Side.” The concert is presented by Coca-Cola® and is free with park admission or Season Pass.
Appearance by Nat Geo’s Casey Anderson—July 13
Guests can meet the host of America the Wild with Casey Anderson on the National Geographic channel. Naturalist Anderson, famous for his unique relationship with a Grizzly bear named Brutus, will make appearances throughout the day in the theme park and safari. Check www.sixflags.com for more details.
MQB Concert—July 20 at 7 p.m.
Six Flags Great Adventure presents MQB Mira Quién Baila Nueva York starring Toby Love, Leslie Grace and Karlos Rose. Special guests include Henry Santos and Maripily. Show begins at 7 p.m. in the Northern Star Arena and is free with theme park admission or Season Pass.
July Jingle—July 25 to July 27
Six Flags Great Adventure will host its first July Jingle event to celebrate the winter holidays in July from July 25 to 27. The three-day celebration will include events such as fireworks, food demonstrations and a “Jingle Ball” concert July 27 featuring performances by Nikki Williams and Timeflies during the holiday-themed event.
Appearance by Animal Planet’s ‘Gator Boys’—July 27
Guests can meet the hosts of Animal Planet’s “Gator Boys,” Paul Bedard and Jimmy Riffle. Both men are longtime gator handlers and are known to swim, wrestle and even kiss alligators. They will make appearances throughout the day in both the theme park and safari. Check www.sixflags.com for more details.
For information: 732/928-1821, or visit www.sixflags.com/greatadventure
Electronic Arts and DICE have released a new video showing off some of the various features found in the Frostbite 4 game engine, which is powering their upcoming Battlefield 4.
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SAN FRANCISCO – June 24, 2013 – Ubisoft® today announced an opportunity for fans interested in the studio’s upcoming free-to-play PC title, The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot to get a chance to get a sneak peek of the game during the recently-announced Closed Beta. Ubisoft will host a series of Open House events for the game throughout the Summer, which will allow players to jump in and experience the fun and excitement that is The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot, first hand.
The first Open House event for The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot will take place from July 2 at 4:00pm to July 5 at 9:00pm. Players will be able to sign up for the free event from today to June 28 by visiting www.themightyquest.com. Details about additional Open House events will be announced at a later date.
Each Open House will give players a chance to play as the boastful Knight, Sir Painhammer or the enigmatic Archer, Blackeye Bogart as they attempt to create impregnable castles to protect their treasure hoard while simultaneously attempting to ransack every other player’s castle.
While the first The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Open House event will only last 4 days, player progress, including gold acquired, loot found, character levels advanced, monsters unlocked and castle defences constructed will be saved and can be accessed at the next Open House. In addition, all players who register for The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot Open House events can earn prizes, including stylish The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot t-shirts, regular beta keys and all players will be added to the exclusive Closed Beta list for a chance to earn permanent access to the game prior to launch later this year.
For those players that just can’t stand the wait, the Double-O founder’s program grants anyone that purchases any of the packs instant permanent access to the closed beta, along with premium currency and a plethora of epic loot! For more information and ongoing updates about the game or to register for the Closed Beta, please visit the official website at www.themightyquest.com
New York, NY (June 24, 2013) – MTV will be geeking out from Comic-Con International in San Diego all weekend long, beginning on Thursday, July 18 with the highly-anticipated return of a “Teen Wolf” panel featuring all five series regulars and new cast members who play the twin Alpha werewolves, Max and Charlie Carver. Additionally, the network, along with MTV2, MTV News and MTV Geek will be on the ground at Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres, for the first-ever “MTV2 Party in the Park.”
Open to all Comic-Con badge holders, the July 18 event celebrating the die-hard fans in attendance at Comic-Con will feature live music performances, free food and drinks and the taping of “Guy Code Honors,” a one-hour special starring the casts of “Teen Wolf” and MTV2’s “Guy Code” that premieres Sunday, July 21 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on MTV and MTV2.
The complete schedule for “MTV Geekend” on-air programming will include the following:
- “Guy Code Honors” (Airs Sunday, July 21, 8:00 p.m. ET/PT): The cast of MTV2’s hit show “Guy Code” geeks out for one special night, saluting the best movies and TV shows that wowed the inner sci-fi, thriller and fantasy fans in all of us this past year, while looking ahead to the titles destined for greatness in the year to come. Filmed from San Diego during the MTV2 “Party in the Park,” the hour-long special will feature performances, celebrity appearances and advance looks at major upcoming films, all while “Guy Code” cast favorites Jon Gabrus, Jordan Carlos, Damien Lemon and Chris Distafano break down which movies, shows, actors, heroes and heroines rocked the hardest.
- “MTV’s Comic-Con Live!” (Thursday July 18 through Sunday, July 21): MTV News’ Josh and MTV Geek’s Steven will anchor MTV’s live streaming coverage of Comic-Con all weekend long, delivering hourly exclusive reveals of fans’ favorite shows and most-anticipated movies. “MTV’s Comic-Con Live” will feature interviews with the biggest names in movies, TV, comics and video games, while including comprehensive reports from the panels, the floor, the press rooms and the streets. The coverage starts on Thursday July 18 and leads into “Guy Code Honors” on Sunday night. Be sure to keep it locked to Comic-Con.MTV.com for the schedule and updates.
The complete schedule for on-the-ground events during “MTV Geekend” at Comic-Con will include the following:
- “Teen Wolf” Comic-Con Panel (Thursday, July 18): “Teen Wolf” cast members Tyler Posey, Dylan O’Brien, Tyler Hoechlin, Crystal Reed, Holland Roden, Daniel Sharman, Max Carver, Charlie Carver and Executive Producer Jeff Davis are taking Comic-Con by storm again, and giving fans an exclusive first-look at an all-new trailer, along with the latest scoop from season three during the Q&A session. Jarett Wieselman, Editorial Director of ET Online, will moderate the panel. The panel location and exact time will be announced at a later date. “Teen Wolf” airs Monday nights at 10:00 p.m. ET/PT on MTV.
- “MTV2 Party in the Park” (Thursday, July 18, 7:00 p.m. PT): The first-ever “MTV2 Party in the Park” will celebrate the fans at Comic-Con, paying tribute to them and honoring them with access to the hottest live musical performances, along with free food and drinks. It all takes place Thursday, July 18 at Petco Park from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. PT. Performers will be announced at a later date. To request press passes to the “MTV2 Party in the Park,” please e-mail jake.urbanski@mtvstaff.com.
- “MTV Presents: Creator Pitch LIVE!” (Friday, July 19): Join MTV Comics Executive Editor Tom Akel for the 2nd annual “MTV Presents: Creator Pitch LIVE!,” a live pitch competition between three of the top creators in the business. Last year’s winner David Petersen (Mouse Guard) will be back to defend his crown against two new challengers. Creators are presented with a topic just a few weeks out from the convention and then develop original pitches that the fans vote on to determine the winner!
- MTV Comics Premieres Graphic Novel “The Gloom”: The first graphic novel from MTV Comics premieres at Comic-Con! From acclaimed writer Tony Lee (Doctor Who, Starship Troopers), and artist Dan Boultwood via Arcana Studios, comes the adventures of “The Gloom!” In 1940s Manhattan the vigilante The Gloom is America’s last line of defense against the Nazis, classic pulp heroism, and common sense! Tony Lee will be signing copies of “The Gloom” at Arcana’s booth #2415.
- MTV will host a “Teen Wolf” press room at Comic-Con on Friday, July 19. For inclusion consideration, please contact Rayna Schwartz, Katie Magnotta and Lameka Lucas; contact details are below and exact details will be announced shortly. For more information, visit MTVPress.com.
- “Teen Wolf” was developed by Jeff Davis (creator, “Criminal Minds”) who also serves as executive producer. Additional executive producers include Russell Mulcahy (“Highlander,” “Resident Evil: Extinction”), Marty Adelstein (“Prison Break”), René Echevarria (“Medium,” “Castle”), Tony DiSanto and Liz Gateley. The pilot was written by Jeff Davis and Jeph Loeb & Matthew Weisman and directed by Russell Mulcahy. The “Teen Wolf” series is based on a Screenplay by Jeph Loeb & Matthew Weisman. Justin Levy is the MTV executives in charge of production. The series is a co-production with, and distributed by, MGM, in association with Lost Marbles Productions, Inc., First Cause, Inc. and DiGa.