Eagle Dynamics, The Fighter Collection, and Digital Combat Simulations have released a new trailer for their recently-released DCS: P-51D Mustang – enjoy!
Author - Jerry Paxton
Wargaming.net has released some new screenshots and a trailer featuring the carrier-based aircraft featured in their upcoming World of Warplanes – enjoy!
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Hamburg, June 22, 2012 – It’s time to take the bridge in Black Prophecy Tactics: Nexus Conflict, where a select group of space captains can now wage tactical battles in their massive battleships during closed beta testing.
Please take note: The game was announced in February as “Nexus Conflict”. With the start of CBT, the title has been changed to “Black Prophecy Tactics: Nexus Conflict”. Please update your databases accordingly.
This free-to-play real-time strategy game by gamigo is based on the well-known universe of Black Prophecy. It lets players take command of battleships that are up to 1.5 kilometers long and can be individually equipped with a wide variety of modules and weapons. This gives players the choice of which of the classic MMO roles – tank, healer, damage dealer – they would like to take on in battle. Black Prophecy Tactics: Nexus Conflict includes a comprehensive PvP mode with a matchmaking system. Tyi and Genides are mired in a continual battle for control of important regions within the Nexus.
Features of Black Prophecy Tactics: Nexus Conflict at a glance:
- Players command individually equipped battleships in tactically challenging real-time battles in space
- 18 different ship types (from small corvettes to gigantic cruisers)
- 30 regions, of which 22 can be conquered
- more than 350 ship modules allow for comprehensive upgrades and individualized equipping of battleships
- Skill system
- Players take on tactical roles in a group: tank, healer, damage dealer
- high-quality 3D graphics thanks to the Unity engine
At the recent Electronic Entertainment Expo, I got the chance to check out Razer’s new Blackshark gaming headset. I was initially impressed by the military aviation visual style they conveyed. Not usually Razer’s aesthetic, I then learned that the unit was a Battlefield 3 licensed peripheral and that made a lot more sense. Trying them on, I was very pleased with the comfort factor that the ear cups provided, and persuaded the company to send one over to us for a full review. I am a big combat flight sim fanatic and I was eager to find out how these fit into my favorite genre of gaming.
Official Razer Blackshark Gaming Headset Specs from Razer’s Product Page
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Tech Specs
- Exclusive Battlefield 3 design
- Stereo sound with enhanced bass
- Sound-isolating circumaural ear cup design
- Detachable boom microphone for voice chat or added mobility
- Audio/mic splitter adapter cable
- Memory foam leatherette ear cushions for maximum comfort
- 40mm neodymium magnet stereo drivers
- Approximate Weight: 290 g / 0.64 lbs
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- Drivers: 40mm neodymium magnets with copper-clad aluminum voice coil
- Frequency response: 20Hz – 20KHz
- Impedance: 29 Ω
- Sensitivity @ 1KHz: 105dB ± 3 dB
- Input power: 50mW
- Cable: 1.3m rubber sheathed
- Connector: 3.5 mm audio + mic combined jack
Microphone
- Frequency response: 50Hz – 16KHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 50dB
- Sensitivity @ 1KHz: -37 dB +/- 4dB
- Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional
Hardware Requirements
- Devices with separate 3.5mm audio and mic jacks
- Devices with combined 3.5mm audio + mic combined jack (works with all portable audio/mobile/computing devices including the iPod, iPhone, iPad, Kindle Fire, Android phones, Razer Blade, Macbook Pro, or today’s newer Ultrabooks.)
- 1m / 3.2ft audio/mic splitter adapter extension cable included
The Razer Blackshark contains two 40mm neodymium drivers in the 20Hz – 20KHz range. I initially tested the gaming headset with my favorite flight sim right now: DCS A-10C Warthog. The military look and feel definitely helped set the mood, and the drivers put out very respectable bass response while also allowing the highs to come through, loud and clear. Small details like the spinning up of the aircraft’s external APU were noticeable and I loved the metal boom mic. You can remove that feature if you like but, if you are like me, that boom mic is one of the Blackshark’s top selling points.
Comfort is definitely an issue when it comes to gaming headsets. I have used some very weighty ones in my day that induced headaches a plenty. The Razer Blackshark is not one of those headsets – much to my pleasure. The Blackshark is very light at 290 grams and the earcups caress without chaffing. Additionally, the Blackshark did not compress the sides of my head like some other headsets I have used. Overall, this unit gets some serious marks in the comfort department.
In other games, like Battlefield 3 and Left 4 Dead 2, I, again, got very respectable performance from the Blackshark. Between those two FPS titles and the aforementioned flight sim, I can safely say that the sound reproduction on the headset is at least on par if not moderately better than other “pro” gaming headsets on the market.
Installing the Razer Blackshark is very simple, as you just plug the 3.5 mm jacks into your soundcard – there is no special software required to use it. I did try using the unit on my iPhone and, while it does provide music playback without issue – it looks a bit silly to wear them on the street.
Like the rest of Razer’s Battlefield 3 licensed products, you do get a code which will unlock a Razer-themed, in-game dog tag.
Overall, I have lots of great things to say about the Razer Blackshark. The only drawback I found with the unit is its $129.99 retail price. Considering Razer’s high-end Tiamat 7.1 is $179.99, I would have liked to have seen the Blackshark a bit cheaper. Not that the Blackshark isn’t worth paying for – I would just heavily weigh why I was buying the Blackshark when, for $50 more, I could get true 7.1 surround sound. That being said, if you are looking for a rugged, military-styled gaming headset for your home cockpit or just some great gaming sound, you will love the Blackshark.
The Razer Blackshark gaming headset is available now.
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Lionsgate Films has released a new trailer for their upcoming DREDD, starring Kyle Urban as Judge Dredd – enjoy!
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20th June, 2012 — Wargaming, the award-winning global videogame developer and publisher, announced today the release of Update 7.4 for its distinguished free-to-play MMO action game World of Tanks that goes live on 20th June for North America and on June 21st for Europe. The update introduces some sweeping changes to the game, including two news game modes, an impressive collection of new French armored vehicles, new maps and two premium machines for the Soviet and German tech trees.
Encounter Battle and Assault, the two newly introduced game modes, will provide players with innovative new gameplay experiences that emphasize strategic team gameplay. In Encounter Battle, two opposing teams must fight over a single base. In Assault, one team must defend a single base against an opposing team, who must capture the point at all costs.
“Update 7.4 and its two new game modes definitely refresh the game and bring more exciting and challenging combat tasks to players”, comments Mike Zhivets, producer of World of Tanks. “The addition of new French SPGs and tank destroyers only enhances the game’s already deep strategic and tactical gameplay”.
Update 7.4 sees the French tech tree updated with new long range SPGs including Renault BS, Lorraine 39 L AM, AMX 105 AM, AMX-13 F3 AM, Lorraine 155 (50), Lorraine 155 (51), Bat. Chatillon 155, boosting excellent possibilities for thoughtful, slow-paced combat ground action. For even more firepower, the French reinforcements also include eight new tank destroyers: Renault FT AC, Renault UE 57, Somua Sau 40, S 35 CA, ARL V 39, AMX AC de 100, AMX AC de 120, AMX 50 Foch.
For players looking for new ground to conquer, Update 7.4 also delivers two new, diverse maps. Widepark brings the fight to a dense labyrinth of streets in a half-ruined European style town, ideal for deadly ambushes and dynamic “cat and mouse” games in an urban environment. Airfield takes players away to North Africa, where hilly terrain provides good cover from shelling and airbase installations satisfy those who like deliberate precision fire from higher grounds or high speed racing across open ground.
Update 7.4 also introduces new premium content, specifically for the German and Russian trees, including the Soviet made heavy tank IS 6 (tier VIII) and the German Jagdtiger, also known as the JagdTiger mit 8.8cm KwK 43 L/71 (tier VIII).
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Focus Home Interactive has released the official launch trailer for its Pro Cycling Manager 2012 – enjoy!
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AGOURA HILLS, Calif.– THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) and Volition, Inc. today announced development of the standalone expansion Saints Row®: The Third – Enter the Dominatrix™ will now be incorporated into production of the next great sequel in the Saints Row® franchise, tentatively titled “The Next Great Sequel in the Saints Row Franchise.”
“When I looked at the Enter The Dominatrix expansion in production at Volition, I was blown away by the ideas and desire to expand the fiction of the franchise,” said Jason Rubin, THQ’s President. “I asked the team what it could achieve given more time, more resources, and a broader scope for the project. We all agreed we wanted to play that game. When it comes to Saints Row, it’s clear our fans want bigger, better, and even more over the top, and that’s why Enter The Dominatrix will now be incorporated into a vastly expanded, full-fledged sequel, scheduled for calendar 2013.”
Added Rubin, “We believe the potential for this sequel is far greater as a full-priced, full-length, high quality, connected experience.”
The change in production will shift net sales from THQ’s 2013 fiscal year into fiscal 2014. As a result, THQ currently expects to have an approximate $20 million reduction to non-GAAP net sales and an approximate ($0.03) impact to non-GAAP net loss per share for fiscal 2013 when compared with previously-announced guidance.
SAN MATEO, Calif. — June 19, 2012 — Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, today announced that award winning Ōkami® will be re-born this fall as a digital download on PlayStation®Network for $19.99. Already one of the most beautiful games ever created, the addition of HD graphics will make this new version of Ōkami even more stunning. Ōkami® HD will also feature PlayStation®Move integration as well as a full suite of PlayStation®3 system trophies.
Initially released to critical acclaim on the PlayStation®2 system, players take on the role of Amaterasu, the Japanese sun goddess, who inhabits the form of a wolf. After a tyrannical monster turns the world into a ruined wasteland, she must use her magical abilities to restore the land to its previous glory full of life and color.
Ōkami HD brings Amaterasu’s epic tale to the PS3™ with fully integrated HD graphics and 16:9 aspect ratio. The trademark sumi-e ink art style lends itself perfectly to HD allowing players to experience more of the awe-inspiring world displayed in greater detail than ever before.
To create an even more immersive experience, players can take advantage of the PlayStation®Move motion controller and naturally make brush strokes with the essential Celestial Brush to defeat enemies and solve puzzles. Ōkami HD will also support the DUALSHOCK®3 wireless controller for those who wish to re-live the original experience
MONTREAL – June 19, 2012 – The exclusive MechWarrior Online™ Founder’s Program goes on sale today, and the new LEGENDARY tier option has been added for the hard-core MechWarrior fan. Dubbed “OPERATION INCEPTION,” the Founder’s Program participants gain early access to the game, starting on August 7th in addition to other valuable benefits: in-game currency, custom BattleMech(s)™ (ELITE and LEGENDARY levels only), a free premium account (1-3 months), a permanent “Founder’s Tag” and more. This limited chance to secure exclusive MechWarrior Online game content is available for purchase via three ranks on www.mwomercs.com.
$120 LEGENDARY Founder’s Package Includes:
- All 4 exclusive “Founder’s BattleMechs.” These Mechs include a lifetime, per-match C-Bill booster.
- $80 value of in-game currency* for in-game item purchases.
- Three-month premium account to MechWarrior Online at launch: Earn XP & C-Bills faster.
- Founder’s Tag – sets your status apart from the crowd & get noticed in-game and on the forums.
- Game credits – The player’s name included as one of the “Legendary” in the MechWarrior Online game credits.
- Early access to the game along with Founder’s assets availability starts August 7th.
$60 ELITE Founder’s Package Includes:
- One exclusive custom “Founder’s BattleMech.” This Mech includes a lifetime, per-match C-Bill booster.
- $80 value of in-game currency* for in-game item purchases.
- Two-month premium account to MechWarrior Online at launch: Earn XP & C-Bills faster.
- Founder’s Tag – sets your status apart from the crowd & get noticed in-game and on the forums.
- Early access to the game along with Founder’s assets availability starts August 7th.
$30 VETERAN Founder’s Package Includes:
- $40 value of in-game currency* for in-game item purchases.
- One-month premium account to MechWarrior Online at launch: Earn XP & C-Bills faster.
- Founder’s Tag – sets your status apart from the crowd & get noticed in-game and on the forums.
- Early access to the game along with Founder’s assets availability starts August 7th.
OPERATION INCEPTION assets and early game access will be available for LEGENDARY, ELITE or VETERAN package players starting August 7th.
Reserve your pilot name at www.mwomercs.com.
*For in-game currency, Founders’ accounts will be credited beginning August 7th with a non-refundable amount of in-game currency equivalent to the retail cost set out in each package above ($40 value for VETERAN Founders, $80 value for LEGENDARY and ELITE Founders), and those credits may be used for in-game purchases of virtual items only. The closed beta and OPERATION INCEPTION assets will enjoy support only in North America.