Peter Molyneux has released a prototype trailer on the Kickstarter page for his proposed god-sim, GODUS.
Trailer
You can checkout more info on the ambitious project over the official Kickstarter page.
Author - Jerry Paxton
LOS ANGELES – December 17, 2012 – After a brief Beta period that introduced a host of new features, Hammerpoint Interactive is launching the Foundation Release of its zombie survival MMO The War Z on the Steam platform. The popular, online game boasts a current community of more than 600,000 registered players, with more than 150,000 playing daily. The Foundation Release introduces a bevy of core gameplay features and, moving forward, Hammerpoint will continue to develop new content and features for the game.
The War Z is an online, multiplayer, survival-simulation game set in an open world infested with zombies. Players are thrust into this post-apocalyptic world five-years after a viral outbreak that ravaged the human population and left, in its wake, a nightmare of epic proportion. Hordes of undead zombies roam the cities, and the few remaining human beings have devolved into a lawless, nomadic society where the sole objective is to survive at any cost. Players must use skill and cunning in order to acquire food, weapons and other supplies necessary for survival. While navigating the vast landscape, they will discover cities teeming with the undead as well as other players that may or may not be friendly.
“The Steam platform gives us the ability to reach a huge audience of PC gamers and working with their team has been great,” said Sergey Titov, executive producer for The War Z. “Now that we’ve reached the Foundation Release milestone we will continue to work, as promised, to add features and content that will satisfy our community and keep them playing.”
Players can visit http://www.thewarz.com for more information. They can also have a chance to win gear and game access by “liking” on Facebook (http://facebook.com/warzmmo) and “following” on Twitter (http://twitter.com/the_war_z)
Capcom has announced that the PC version of its Resident Evil 6 will be available as a digital download in North America from Friday March 22, 2013, with European PC gamers able to purchase both the digital version and a disc based version from the same date. Additionally, Capcom has released the minimum and recommended specs for the game.
Minimum specs
· OS: Windows Vista®/XP, Windows 7, Windows 8
· Processor: Intel® CoreTM2 Duo 2.4 Ghz or better, AMD AthlonTM X2 2.8 Ghz or better
· Memory: 2 GB RAM
· Hard Disk Space: 16 GB free hard drive space
· Video Card: NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800GTS or better
· DirectX®: 9.0c or greater
· Sound: Standard audio device
Recommended specs
· OS: Windows Vista®/XP, Windows 7, Windows 8
· Processor: Intel® CoreTM 2 Quad 2.7 Ghz or better, AMD PhenomTM II X4 3 Ghz or better
· Memory: 4 GB RAM
· Hard Disk Space: 16 GB free hard drive space
· Video Card: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 560 or better
· DirectX®: 9.0c or greater
· Sound: Standard audio device
We have always been fans of mechanical keyboards. Featuring mechanical switches, they are often times of substantially better build quality than their membrane keyboard counterparts. Not only that, but they often have a much better “feel” when using them. Logitech has been a presence in the gaming keyboard market for a long time – with highlights being their then-revolutionary G15 keyboard. Now, they have ventured into the mechanical keyboard market with their G710+ mechanical gaming keyboard.
The Logitech G710+ mechanical gaming keyboard is designed with subtlety in mind. Dark grays and blacks abound on this mechanical keyboard, aside from the orange “G-key” outlining. G-keys are the programmable buttons on the keyboard. In this case, the G710+ has six of them with three profiles for each. After doing the math, this means that users have eighteen different functions for the G710+ G-key array.
Featuring Cherry MX Brown key switches, the keys have a tactile “bump” but little to no “clicking” noise. This makes it perfect for gamers needing the feel and performance of a mechanical key while also requiring low volume. Aside from the mechanical switch type, the G710+ features an impressive 26-key rollover, which means you will most likely NEVER overload it with key presses. The keyboard also has something that many keyboard makers these days are forgetting to include: a USB pass-through port. While not designed with a braided cable as per the norm with heavier duty keyboards, the Logitech G710+ cable is a very thick rubber – far more durable than most rubber keyboard cables.
Additionally, the G710+ features dual-zone backlighting, where users can set the WASD keys to be of a different color or brightness than the rest of the keys on the keyboard. While I have never been one to make use of that particular feature on gaming keyboards, I know several gamers who do and would be glad it is included on this model. The downloadable Logitech software control panel is very user friendly and allows for quick modification of the keyboard’s lighting and G-key profiles.
Using the Logitech G710+ is almost effortless while gaming. I tested this keyboard with multiple, long gaming sessions – ranging from Call of Duty: Black Ops II to The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and even typing up documents in Word. The G710+ was simply a joy to use, no matter the application. The only part about the G710+ that I would change is its included, and detachable, wrist rest. Unlike the keyboard itself, the wrist rest is a very cheap plastic and somewhat uncomfortable to use over long periods. For my sessions, I replaced the included wrist rest with a gel-filled one I got from a local electronics store.
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Pros
- Durable mechanical keys with a nice tactile feel.
- Low noise factor.
- Excellent anti-ghosting capabilities.
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Cons
- Detachable wrist rest feels cheap in comparison to the keyboard’s construction.
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Overall, the Logitech G710+ mechanical gaming keyboard features plenty of gaming chops to hold up to the rigors of long game sessions while also being extremely comfortable for use in simply typing a letter (or a review – which I am doing on the G710+ right now). While the price point of $149 dollars may scare some off – if you are looking for a solid mechanical keyboard, this would be a good investment for you user experience.
You can purchase the Logitech G710+ over at its official product page.
One of the coolest tech items I have had the pleasure of using recently is the IK Multimedia iRig MIC Cast microphone. Measuring 1.18 ” wide by 1.85″ tall, the microphone is extremely portable and unobtrusive when plugged into your smartphone. The iRig MIC Cast features two gain settings (low and high) as well as a 3.5 mm headphone monitor jack on one side. The microphone is mostly black with the exception of the silver grill and the white “iRig MIC Cast” stamp on its face. Installing the iRig MIC Cast was very simply on our iPhone 5 – we just plugged it into the headphone/microphone port of the phone and started recording with the default video recorder. We didn’t have to do anything special on the phone to get it working whatsoever.
Official Features:
- Features a stereo mini-jack headphone output enabling real-time monitoring of what is being recorded using headphones or speakers.
- Offers a mini-switch that provides two different sensitivity settings to record close-up or distant sources.
- Includes an adjustable desktop stand for convenient iPhone/iPod touch positioning during recording.
- Has a bumper-friendly mini-jack connector that fits the majority of iPhone/iPod touch cases.
- Has an ultra-compact profile that can be carried anywhere with ease.
- Like other IK Multimedia microphones, it includes 2 free apps: iRig Recorder, an easy-to-use voice recording/editing app, and VocaLive, a multi-effects processing app for singers.
- Works with all regular phone calls and any Voice-Over-IP app.
- Is compatible with iPhone/iPod touch/iPad.
Here are our in-house audio tests with low background noise and an intimate conversation-level volume speaker at the various iRig MIC Cast settings (including just the iPhone 5’s internal microphone for comparison). Please note, the speaker is about two feet away from the microphone in these tests.
Of course, the ultimate example of the iRig MIC Cast’s capabilities is in real-world usage. For us, it was that moment at the recent Spike TV Video Game Awards when our primary microphone ceased functioning and we had to use the MIC Cast on a very busy red carpet. Here is our interview with Blizzard Entertainment’s Jay Wilson. Keep in mind, this was shot about two feet away from his face on a busy red carpet with people shouting everywhere:
Overall, the iRig MIC Cast is an amazing little microphone for an exceptionally-reasonable $39.99. Whether you are recording an interview, podcast, music track, or even just recording meetings, the iRig MIC Cast will meet the challenge. Checkout IK Multimedia’s official iRig MIC Cast product page for availability information and more.
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With the launch of Suda 51’s Black Knight Sword, the developer have released a new trailer for the game. Enjoy!
Trailer
December 2, 2012 – Lukewarm Media the creators of Primal Carnage, now the worlds highest rated dinosaur themed video game, have released the first of many additional DLC Packs and Game Expansions with the “Experimental Dinosaur Skin Pack”, a DLC pack available now through the Steam network with the affordable price tag of $1.99. The Primal Carnage team wishes to bring as much flavor and variety to their fan base as possible in the coming months and promise that this skin pack is merely the first step along the road to achieving that goal.
“Our goal with Primal Carnage was to make the best dinosaur video game to date, and according to the reviews, we’ve done just that – but we are FAR from done” said Ashton Andersen, lead designer and founder of Lukewarm Media.
About the DLC – The “Experimental Dinosaur Skin Pack” introduces five new variants of the already existing playable dinosaur classes with a fresh new take on the already iconic beasts. Delving into the depths of the islands past we discover the long lost experimental dinosaurs, locked away as they were manipulated and altered for reasons still unknown.
Filmmaker Albert Hughes, Crytek, and Electronic Arts have released the first of their 7 Wonders of Crysis 3 fim series. This first installment is title “Hell of a Town” – enjoy!
7 Wonders of Crysis 3 – “Hell of a Town”
DECEMBER 113, 2012 — Capcom today confirmed that DmC Devil May Cry will be available for digital download for Windows PC on January 25, 2013.
Developed by QLOC S.A. for Windows PC, DmC Devil May Cry will include full AMD support, including AMD Eyefinity multi-display technology and AMD CrossFire™ technology. These technologies allow gamers to harness the power of two or more graphics cards reinforcing the stunning visuals of the game and dramatically increase the game’s performance. Senior Capcom Producer on DmC Devil May Cry, Alex Jones, commented, “DmC Devil May Cry’s performance on AMD is amazing, it pumps up our already incredible visuals and effects to the next level, making it an even more immersive and intense experience.”
DmC Devil May Cry for PC will be compatible with both keyboard and mouse, Xbox 360 controller and all third party direct input controllers. Players will be able to enjoy the game at 60 fps or even higher with no maximum limitation, creating a spectacular visual experience for PC gamers.
Gamers that download DmC Devil May Cry via Steam will be able to take full advantage of features such as Cloud saving, achievements, friends support and leaderboards.
The recommended and minimum specs for DmC Devil May Cry on PC are as follows:
Minimum System Requirements:
- OS: Windows Vista®/XP, Windows 7, Windows 8
- Processor: AMD Athlon™ X2 2.8 GHz or better, Intel® Core™2 Duo 2.4 Ghz or better
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space: 8 GB free hard drive space
- Video Card: ATI Radeon™ HD 3850 or better, NVIDIA® GeForce® 8800GTS or better
- DirectX®: 9.0c or greater
- Sound: Standard audio device
Recommended System Requirements:
- OS: Windows Vista®/XP, Windows 7, Windows 8
- Processor: AMD Phenom™ II X4 3 GHz or better, Intel® Core™2 Quad 2.7 Ghz or better
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Hard Disk Space: 9 GB free hard drive space
- Video Card: AMD Radeon™ HD 6950 or better
- DirectX®: 9.0c or greater
- Sound: Standard audio device
REDWOOD CITY, CALIF. – Dec. 13, 2012 – Find partner! Fire stasis! Attack enemy! Visceral Games, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) studio, today announced that the first big blockbuster launch of 2013, Dead Space™ 3, will be available exclusively on Kinect™ for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. The all-new Kinect functionality further immerses players into the Dead Space universe by allowing players to use simple voice commands to help a friend from the onslaught of horrors and thrills that awaits them in this spine-tingling new adventure.Dead Space 3 featuring Kinect will make it easier for co-op partners to give each other health or ammo, find objectives, revive one another and more when the game launches February 5, 2013.
“The voice commands in Dead Space 3 give players a unique way to take down the terror, whether they choose to face the Necromorphs alone in single-player, or alongside a friend with drop-in / drop-out co-op,” said Steve Papoutsis, Executive Producer on Dead Space 3 and VP, General Manager of Visceral Games. “Dead Space 3 delivers the action-horror experience our fans have come to know and love. And with the ability to survive the adventure alone, with a friend, or with Kinect, we’re excited about extending the spine-tingling Dead Space experience to a whole new audience of players.”
Winner of more than 15 critic awards at E3 2012 including Best of Show from Game Informer Magazine, Dead Space 3 cuts to the heart of deep space terror. The game is recognized by game critics worldwide for its incredible craftsmanship in horror, action, suspense and sound design. Players will embark on a thrilling ride through space that takes them to a hostile new planet, Tau Volantis. Fortunately, they are not alone this time around. The fully integrated drop-in/drop-out co-op feature gives players the option to play alone or team-up with a friend anytime. Players that choose to take down the terror together will experience additional story details, side missions and gameplay mechanics only found when playing as John Carver.
Dead Space 3 will be available on February 5, 2013 in North America and February 8, 2013 in Europe for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360 and the PC.
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