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Antec Releases EarthWatts Platinum PSU Series

2012/02/15
Jerry Paxton
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Fremont, CA – February 16, 2012 – Antec, Inc., the global leader in high-performance computer components, announces EarthWatts Platinum, the latest in its series of power supplies. With the addition of EarthWatts Platinum, Antec has effectively upgraded the EarthWatts family of energy-conscious power supplies to the highest standard of efficiency.

With 450W, 550W and 650W models in its desktop lineup, EarthWatts Platinum ensures that environmentally-conscious corporations and energy-savvy end users alike can take advantage of the benefits of 80 PLUS® PLATINUM efficiency.

Maximum Efficiency – As one of the industry’s first mainstream 80 PLUS® Platinum certified PSUs, EarthWatts Platinum offers an ideal combination of industry-leading reliability, guaranteed continuous power and up to 93% energy efficiency compared to prior models, saving users on average up to 25% on their electric bill.

Whisper Quiet – Simple 120mm two ball-bearing fan controlled by Antec’s renowned Thermal Manager and CircitShield™ operates with minimal noise even at full load.

Premium Components – EarthWatts employs fully-protected High Current +12V rails with high load capabilities to ensure maximum CPU and GPU compatibility. It’s designed with 100 percent Japanese capacitors, ensuring maximum DC stability and regulation.

Safety Precautions – Patented CircuitShield™ includes voltage, current, power, under voltage, and short circuit protection which automatically shuts down the PSU to prevent further system damage.

“The 80 PLUS® PLATINUM certified power supplies have so far only been available in higher wattage classes and not for the everyday gamer,” said Mafalda Cogliani, Global Marketing Director at Antec. “Our EarthWatts Platinum power supplies enable more mainstream users and system builders to truly make a difference in their total energy consumption, benefiting both monthly electric bills as well as the environment.”

Availability:

The Antec EarthWatts Platinum power supply series is available in the US on Newegg, Central Computers, Buy.com, and Provantage and in Canada on NCIX and Canada Computers at the following MSRPs:

EarthWatts Platinum MSRP
EA-450 Platinum USD 109.95
EA-550 Platinum USD 119.95
EA-650 Platinum USD 129.95

Resistance 3 Original Soundtrack Out Now

2012/02/15
Jerry Paxton
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New York – February 15th, 2012 – Sumthing Else Music Works, through a licensing relationship with Sony Computer Entertainment America LLC (SCEA) and Insomniac Games, proudly presents RESISTANCE® 3 Original Soundtrack featuring the critically acclaimed original music score from SCEA’s epic sci-fi first-person shooter video game developed exclusively for PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system by Insomniac Games. The RESISTANCE 3 Original Soundtrack CD is now available at retail outlets including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, BestBuy, GameStop and Walmart, through Sumthing Else Music Works www.sumthing.com.

 

Hailed as one of the top video game scores of 2011 by Classical Minnesota Public Radio, Boris Salchow’s dark, cinematic soundtrack for RESISTANCE 3 reflects the struggle of the remaining group of human survivors against an overwhelming force of alien invaders. To capture an authentic and unique sound for this alternate history sci-fi story set in the 1950’s, Salchow and Insomniac recorded the emotionally diverse musical score with orchestra at the historical Abbey Road Studios in London.

 

Set four years after the end of RESISTANCE® 2, dishonorably discharged Sentinel Joseph Capelli has given up fighting the Chimeran menace. Now he’s in hiding with other survivors, including his wife and young son. When Dr. Fyodor Malikov arrives with the plan to defeat the occupying Chimeran force, Capelli must leave his family and journey the harrowing road from Oklahoma to New York City.  Along the way, he’ll encounter the remnants of humanity left in the aftermath of the brutal Chimeran invasion. For more information visit www.myresistance.net and www.insomniacgames.com.

 

For more information on Sumthing Else Music Works and its complete catalog of video game soundtracks, visit www.sumthing.com and www.sumthingdigital.com, follow SEMW on Twitter http://Twitter.com/SumthingDigital and become a fan on http://Facebook.com/SumthingElseMusicWorks.

Deep Black: Reloaded Demo Released

2012/02/15
Jerry Paxton
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February 15th, 2012 – Delaware, North America – Biart Company, an independent development studio today announced that its science-fiction, third-person shooter Deep Black: Reloaded is locked and loaded and coming to PC on March 1st through digital download portals. Featuring 40 single player missions across land and water, Deep Black: Reloaded is set in a desolate near future of global terrorism and espionage as players become involved in a desperate fight for world supremacy and the possession of a sophisticated biological weapon. To download the demo visit: www.deepblackreloaded.com/db_demo.zip

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Genius Unveils Vibrating PC Gaming Headphones

2012/02/15
Jerry Paxton
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February 15, 2012, Taipei, Taiwan – Genius, a leading maker of computer peripheral, announces their newest addition to their GX Gaming Series today – HS-G700V Cavimanus Virtual 7.1 Channel Gaming Headset.

For gamers who want the full gaming experience, the Cavimanus Virtual 7.1 Channel Gaming Headset allows gamers to pinpoint every step on the battlefield. Letting you hear the enemy before they see you, the Cavimanus gives gamers detailed surround sound audio without disturbing the neighbors.

Adding another dimension, the GX Series Cavimanus complements the rich audio with its vibration function. If not wanted, the vibration function can be simply turned on and off in-game with a press of a button. Just as easily the master volume can be tweaked at anytime using the on-ear volume control.

The uni-directional microphone captures your voice while keeping out unwanted background noise. When no chatting is necessary, it can be automatically switched off by simply folding it into the upright position.

Smooth, stable connections are guaranteed with the GX Series Cavimanus headset. The anti-corrosive gold-plated USB jack ensures long-lasting, high quality connections. And with an adjustable headband, the Cavimanus provides a complete surround sound experience for any gamer.

THQ Announces Darksiders II Pre Order Incentives

2012/02/15
Jerry Paxton
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AGOURA HILLS, Calif. Feb 14, 2012 – THQ Inc. (NASDAQ: THQI) today announced a range of pre-order bonuses for its upcoming action-adventure title Darksiders® II, which is scheduled to come to the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft,  PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Windows PC on June 26, 2012.

Players who pre-order the game from GAMESTOP will receive the ‘Death Rides’ pack. Featuring multiple exclusive side-quests, this pack allows the most fearless adventurers to explore more of the Maker’s Realm and Dead Plains and earn additional experience and loot. Aid an ancient Construct, battle The Bloodless and retrieve Karn’s lost treasure in around two hours of unique game play content.

Pre-order the game from BEST BUY to unlock the ‘Angel of Death’ pack. Give yourself an edge with a unique set of enhanced armor with an angel inspired design as well as a pair of upgraded matching scythes and a exclusive visual trail for your companion crow Dust.

People who pre-order the game from AMAZON will get to ride into battle with increased speed thanks to the ‘Deadly Despair’ pack. This unique pre-order offer adds an additional speed boost for Death’s trusty steed Despair, allowing players to travel across the vast world even faster than before. This perk is a permanent increase that will last throughout the game.

Jim Huntley, Vice President of Global Brand Marketing commented: “We are happy to be able to offer a range of exciting offers to reward gamers for pre-ordering copies of the game prior to its June 26th release.

Darksiders II follows the exploits of DEATH, one of the four horsemen of the Apocalypse, in a weaving tale that runs parallel to the events in the original Darksiders game. This epic journey propels DEATH through various light and dark realms as he tries to redeem his brother WAR, the horseman who was blamed for prematurely starting the Apocalypse in Darksiders

Darksiders II is scheduled to be available for console and PC on June 26, 2012, for more information check www.Darksiders.com .

Screenshots of Pre-Order Bonuses

War Inc Battle Zone Update Released After 10k Facebook Likes

2012/02/15
Jerry Paxton
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After fans garnered the Facebook page for online shooter, War Inc. Battle Zone, over 10k likes, the game dev is now ready to release a big update to the gameplay experience. Checkout some of the features of the new update below as well as a trailer:

  • Citadel – A brand new community unlocked deathmatch map, centered on a 16th century citadel in the town of Zemo Zenkari. This vital control point for the mountain highway features close intense combat and a variety of unique vantage points sure to keep soldiers and their comrades team frosty
  • Strictly structured match-making system, keeping similarly leveled players together
  • Brand new, engaging user interface
  • Fully revamped suite of jaw-dropping weapon sounds

Trailer of Update