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The Walking Dead Comes To iTunes

2012/07/26

The Walking Dead is a five-part episodic game series set in the same universe as Robert Kirkman’s award-winning comic books featuring Deputy Sheriff Rick Grimes. Episode one, and the following four episodes deliver an experience tailored by the decisions that each player makes, leading to multiple paths through the story. Players take on the role of Lee Everett, a man convicted of murder, now given newfound freedom and a chance at redemption in a world devastated by the undead. Intense life or death situations will force the player to explore the darker sides of human nature, and they will meet familiar characters and visit locations from the world created by Robert Kirkman, foreshadowing the story of Deputy Sheriff Rick Grimes in The Walking Dead comics.

‘Episode 1: A New Day’ is available now on the App Store for $4.99; Episodes 2-5 will be released periodically and available via in-app purchase. Pre-order the remaining episodes in The Walking Dead game series by purchasing the Multi-Pack [Episode 2-5 Bundle] for $14.99 via in-app purchase and save 25%!
Episode List:
•Episode 1: A New Day *AVAILABLE NOW*
•Episode 2: Starved For Help *COMING SOON TO iOS*
•Episode 3: Long Road Ahead *COMING SOON TO iOS*
•Episode 4: Around Every Corner *COMING SOON TO iOS*
•Episode 5: No Time Left *COMING SOON TO iOS*

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Introducing The Razer Ouroboros Gaming Mouse

2012/07/26

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Shanghai, China (Chinajoy 2012) – Razer, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, today announced the release of the Razer Ouroboros. Like its namesake, the elite gaming mouse can evolve without limit, with fully-customizable ergonomics that are adjustable for any hand size and grip style.

No two people have the same sized hands, and everyone grips his or her mouse differently. When researching form factor preferences for ambidextrous mice, Razer’s team of ergonomic scientists and engineers discovered three key factors in design: the length of the mouse, the back arch and the grip profile. With this in mind, the Razer Ouroboros is designed for precision gaming, with an adjustable palm rest capable of moving up to 0.9 in. (20 mm), suitable for people of varying hand sizes.

The Ouroboros additionally boasts two interchangeable side panels for altering the footprint of the mouse to suit claw, palm or hybrid grip styles, and it has an adjustable back tilt angle to ensure palm support for gaming comfort and endurance. Its enhanced sensor technology is capable of up to 8200 dpi, and a dedicated, built-in dpi clutch trigger button ensures players can achieve pinpoint precision when needed. Powered by a single rechargeable AA battery, the Razer Ouroboros ensures a minimum of 12 hrs. of drag-free, lag-less play. Adding even more versatility to the mix, Razer has also included an upgraded, award-winning 4G Dual Sensor System, and gaming-grade, 1 ms wireless technology, providing the option for wired or wireless use.

“Designed for excellence and total ownage, the Razer Ouroboros was intended to be wielded by all serious gamers looking to win any FPS, RTS or RPG with custom-made dominance,” said Robert “RazerGuy” Krakoff, president of Razer USA. “We are proud to introduce it as Razer’s first gaming mouse that features optimized, customizable, ambidextrous ergonomics that better fit the curvature of any and every hand size and personal grip style by delivering ultimate comfort, control, power and built-in intelligence to ascend to gaming immortality.”

About Razer Ouroboros Gaming Mouse:

The Razer Ouroboros ambidextrous wireless gaming mouse is designed for both right- and left-handed gamers. It offers fully customizable ergonomics and a fit for every hand size—big or small—by allowing adjustment of the arched palm rest and back. Two interchangeable side panels ensure you’re using your preferred grip style at all times. Game for hours-on-end while minimizing fatigue and maximizing comfort. Razer’s highly advanced 8200 dpi 4G Dual Sensor System powers the mouse. This gaming-grade mouse sensor combines a laser and an optical sensor to enhance tracking precision and detect surfaces 10 times faster than previous generation sensors. Its all-new dpi clutch lets you temporarily reduce or increase the dpi as you game, so you can go from high-sensitivity assault to more measured sniper, then back to assault again, as needed. The Razer Ouroboros also features an ultra-low 1 ms latency wireless play that is as responsive and precise as when it is corded. You’re as free to swipe and destroy as your play style dictates.

Price:

U.S. $129.99 / EU €129.99

Product features:

Customizable ergonomics to fit all hand sizes and grip styles

8200 dpi 4G Dual Sensor System
Gaming-grade wireless technology with dock
Razer Synapse 2.0 enabled
11 programmable Hyperesponse buttons
1000 Hz Ultrapolling/1 ms response time
Up to 200 in. per sec./50 g acceleration
2.1 m/7 ft. braided fiber cable
Battery life: Approx. 12 hrs. (continuous gaming)
Approximate Size : 116 mm to 136 mm/4.57 in. to 5.35 in. (length) x 71 mm/2.80 in. (width) x 42 mm/1.65 in. (height)
Approximate Weight: 115 g/0.25 lbs. (without battery) to 135 g/0.29 lbs. (with battery)

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Razer Announces BlackWidow 2013 Series

2012/07/26

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SHANGHAI (ChinaJoy 2012) – Razer, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, proudly unveiled today the latest evolution of its critically acclaimed Razer BlackWidow family, including two improved models, and one new edition.

The World’s Best Mechanical Keyboard Series Just Got Better

The first update in the mechanical keyboard series, known for its crisp, tactile actuation and gaming-grade responsiveness, is the Razer BlackWidow 2013, boasting heightened anti-ghosting and Razer Synapse 2.0 cloud technology. The Razer BlackWidow 2013 series’ enhanced anti-ghosting supports up to 10 simultaneous key presses in game mode and additional improvements include an anti-fingerprint matte black finish surface. Adding increased efficiency and performance to the mix, Razer Synapse 2.0 automatically synchronizes user profile settings to a cloud server, allowing for customization of the keyboard and other related Razer products with a single login.

Back and better than ever, the new BlackWidow Ultimate 2013 also showcases improved anti-ghosting supporting 10 simultaneous key presses in gaming mode, with soft pronounced tap and distinctive tactile feedback for gaming. An enriched backlight guarantees users will be able to spot keys, facilitating assaults against opponents with mechanical superiority in the darkest of conditions.

Introducing the all-new BlackWidow Tournament Edition

In addition to the updated BlackWidow and BlackWidow Ultimate, Razer proudly introduces the BlackWidow Tournament Edition, a tenkeyless mechanical keyboard in a simple, elegant form factor, perfect for portability and total ownage at tournaments. Stripped of its numpad, the Razer BlackWidow Tournament layout is light and highly compact making it perfect for gamers with limited desk space, or chooses to carry their own keyboard to LAN parties and tournaments.

The BlackWidow 2013, BlackWidow Ultimate and Black Widow Tournament all come in standard and Stealth versions. Stealth models feature brown mechanical switches for superior tactility and faster response that only requires an actuation force of 45 g and a reduced actuation of 2 mm.

“We are really excited to release this improved Razer BlackWidow series,” said Robert “RazerGuy” Krakoff, president of Razer USA. “Gamers continue to get the most precise and superior mechanical key infrastructure ever designed in a keyboard, but the new and improved BlackWidow series comes with improved functionalities providing an unfair advantage you can literally feel.”

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End Of Nation Beta Keys Available

2012/07/26

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If you are like many of us at GamingShogun and love to get your hands on a game in beta, here is your chance!

The wait for End of Nations is over. NVIDIA and TechwareLabs are inviting you lucky readers to join the global conflict in Trion’s End of Nations closed beta weekend on August 10-12th. Wage sprawling 56-player battles in this year’s most anticipated MMO real-time strategy game for three action-packed days, absolutely free. To get started, gear up with the ultimate weapon—an NVIDIA GeForce GTX graphics card—then Click the Like Button in our TechwareLabs Facebook Page. Post a comment and we will send you a Key for the beta. We have 500 Keys to give away to TechwareLabs readers so make sure to get in fast as the keys will be gone in no time.

SDCC 2012 Collectibles Available To The Public

2012/07/25

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News, SDCC

If like me you are unable to make it to SDCC, one company is bringing the collectables to you!
We are happy to offer the SDCC 2012 Exclusives to those of our collectors that could not make to the show. The following exclusives are available for purchase to the general public.

11753 Pale Man Statue	16055 Invisible Bilbo Baggins	80227 Blue Snaggs Kenner Figure
80228 McQuarrie Stormtrooper Mini Bust	80224 Thanos Mini Bust	80268 Mars Attacks Mini Bust
80266 Thorin Mini Bust	314406 Blade II Blu Ray with Bonus Figure	80233 Admiral Motti Mini Bus

Happy Collecting!
Gentle Giant Ltd.

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MechWarrior Online: Jenner Video and Specs

2012/07/25

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This letter and the following video made it’s way to our office…

Pew-pew friends!

My favorite Mech has been revealed over on www.mwomercs.com today for the upcoming MechWarrior Online as a teaser for the Founder’s Package.

Light and fast, the Jenner is a work of art and we have the first video of it for you! And just in case you’re wondering, the Jenner is my favorite because it reminds me of a flock of badass metal velociraptors. That can jump really high. With lasers.

THE JENNER:

The Jenner JR7 is a Light, 35 ton ‘Mech with a max speed of 118 km/h. Quick, agile, and with an impressive weapons loadout of four medium lasers and a short range missile 4, the Jenner can make quick work of larger opponents. The jumpjets merely add to the flexibility of this ‘Mech.

While not outfitted with much in the way of armour, the Jenner lives by the motto ‘Speed is life.’ Holding still is a death sentence, thus Jenner pilots must become familiar with weaving through opponents, turning to fire at their exposed backs.

Heat management, and knowing to always move, and always find your opponents weak spots are key to becoming a successful Jenner Pilot. The Jenner has a very small amount of armour, however. Getting caught in a bad turn (or worse, holding still) will see your ’Mech torn apart in seconds. Always stay on the move, always manoeuvre, always shoot their backs. Use your jumpjets to get out of bad situations, or jump into the middle of the enemy, and then jump out.

JENNER JR7-D

Tonnage: 35 tons

Speed: 118 km/h

Weapons and Equipment:

Qty Type Location

1 *SRM-4 Centre Torso

2 Medium Laser Right Arm

2 Medium Laser Left Arm

The ultimate skirmisher, the Jenner is perfect for picking apart larger enemy ’Mechs. Running in ‘Flocks’ is advised, as even a pair of Jenners can disrupt an entire enemy team.

* SRM = Short Range Missile

BOOM. There it is

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Pro Evolution Soccer 2013 Demo Available For Download

2012/07/25

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PES 2013 marks major advancements for the popular soccer game including new game mechanics such as PES FullControl, where players are given total control over every pass, shot and even first touch to the ball. Similarly, Pro-Active AI ensures that players move as they should both on and off the ball, creating a true authentic soccer experience. The Player ID system then enhances the feeling of individuality, with players that not only look and move like their real life counterparts, but also play just like them.

The first demo allows users to experience these key additions first hand and features eight fully licensed teams, including Germany, England, Portugal and Italy from the European field, while Santos FC, SC International, Fluminense and Flamengo are available in the are available in the Copa Libertadores mode.

In order to experience the full range of controls PES 2013 offers, the demo allows any difficulty setting to be used, and boasts localized language settings. The free demo is available for download starting today on Xbox 360 via Xbox LIVE Arcade and Windows PC via ‘www.konami-pes2013.com.’ The demo for PlayStation 3 will be available on July 31st via PlayStation Network.

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Mists Of Pandaria Preorder NOW LIVE, Release Date Announced

2012/07/25

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IRVINE, Calif. – July 25, 2012 – Land, ho! Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. today announced that World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria, the fourth expansion set for the world’s most popular subscription-based massively multiplayer online role-playing game, will be available in stores and online starting from September 25, 2012. Upon the expansion’s release, intrepid explorers of the Alliance and the Horde will be able to set foot upon the shores of the long-lost continent of Pandaria and embark on a perilous journey to uncover its ancient mysteries.

Mists of Pandaria will be available on DVD-ROM for Windows XP/Windows Vista/Windows 7 and Macintosh at a suggested retail price of $39.99 USD. The expansion will also be available digitally directly from Blizzard’s World of Warcraft website (www.WorldofWarcraft.com), also priced at $39.99 USD.

A special Collector’s Edition packed with bonus items will be available exclusively in retail stores for a suggested retail price of $79.99 USD. In addition, for the first time, World of Warcraft players have the option to purchase a special Digital Deluxe version of the expansion containing the in-game bonus items from the Collector’s Edition. The Digital Deluxe version is available to download directly from Blizzard via www.WorldofWarcraft.com for $59.99 USD. Players who purchase the standard edition digitally or at retail will have the option to upgrade to the Digital Deluxe version at any time (for as long as the standalone Digital Deluxe version remains available) for an additional $20 USD.

Presales for the standard digital and Digital Deluxe versions of Mists of Pandaria are now live. Players who would like to purchase either version and be ready to play the moment the expansion launches can do so now by visiting www.WorldofWarcraft.com. The expansion content will automatically be digitally delivered to pre-purchasers via World of Warcraft’s streaming launcher prior to the release of Mists of Pandaria. Players who would like to preorder the standard box or the retail-exclusive Collector’s Edition can do so by visiting their local retailer.

“Mists of Pandaria contains the biggest variety of new content we’ve ever created for a World of Warcraft expansion, with features that will appeal to new players, veterans, and everyone in between,” said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. “We’ve received a lot of great feedback from players during our most extensive beta test yet, and we hope they enjoy exploring everything Pandaria has to offer when the expansion comes out in September.”

The Digital Deluxe version of Mists of Pandaria includes a full digital copy of the expansion along with the following exclusive in-game bonus items:

– World of Warcraft In-Game Mount: Take to the skies of Azeroth astride the mystical Imperial Quilen flying mount.

– World of Warcraft In-Game Pet: Journey across Pandaria with the Lucky Quilen Cub at your side.

– StarCraft II Battle.net Portraits: Bring the Horde and Alliance rivalry to the far reaches of the Koprulu sector with exclusive Infested Orc and Night Elf Templar Battle.net portraits.

– Diablo III Banner Sigil and Accent: Display your status as a hero of Pandaria with the iconic markings of World of Warcraft’s newest playable race, the pandaren.

The Collector’s Edition of Mists of Pandaria includes the full version of the game on DVD-ROM and contains the following exclusive bonus items, in addition to the in-game content from the Digital Deluxe version:

– Behind-the-Scenes DVD and Blu-Ray: Learn about the creation of Pandaria with this two-disc set featuring over an hour of commentary, insider interviews, and developer roundtables.

– Collector’s Edition Soundtrack CD: Experience 20 orchestral pieces from Mists of Pandaria.

– The Art of Mists of Pandaria Book: Explore this 208-page hardcover tome featuring never-before-seen pieces from the expansion, from early concepts to final 3D renderings.

– Chen Stormstout Mouse Pad: Equip your desk with this special-edition mouse pad featuring the legendary pandaren brewmaster.

In World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria, warships of the Alliance and Horde clash off the coast of a long-lost continent, signaling the start of a new era of discovery and conquest in the history of Azeroth. As players storm the shores of this exotic new frontier and begin to explore its mysteries, they’ll encounter brave new allies, unearth ancient secrets, and play their part in reigniting the long-brewing conflict between the Horde and Alliance on a strange battlefield far from home.

Mists of Pandaria offers a wide variety of content for new and returning World of Warcraft players. Features include a new playable race (the pandaren) with its own starting zone and quests, a new character class (the monk), and an expansive new continent for players to explore as they adventure to the new level cap of 90. The expansion also includes a host of new gameplay elements designed to give players even more ways to enjoy the game, including scenarios — a flexible new kind of cooperative PvE trial; challenge modes, which offer high-prestige rewards for mastering Mists of Pandaria’s 5-player dungeons; and an all-new pet battle system.

Mists of Pandaria has received a Teen rating from the ESRB. In addition to the English version, Mists of Pandaria will be fully localized into Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, European Spanish, Russian, Korean, Traditional Chinese, and for the first time with a World of Warcraft expansion launch, Italian. Availability of Mists of Pandaria in mainland China will be announced at a later date.

The Dark Knight Manual Releases With NYC Signing

2012/07/24

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To celebrate the release of the definitive volume about all things Nolan Batman there will be a book signing in NYC with the author Brandon T. Snider at Midtown Comics July 26th from 6-7pm. Even if you can’t make it to the signing, all Dark Knight fans should get the book The Dark Knight Manual!

In 2005, filmmaker Christopher Nolan redefined Batman for a new generation with Batman Begins, followed in 2008 by The Dark Knight, and now 2012’s conclusion to the trilogy, The Dark Knight Rises. Here, for the first time, is an in-world exploration of Christopher Nolan’s Batman: The Dark Knight Manual, the definitive guide to his tools, vehicles, and technologies.

Following the destruction of Wayne Manor, Bruce Wayne began to assemble key sketches, diagrams, observations, and other top-secret documents germane to becoming Batman; he then entrusted this manual to his faithful butler, Alfred. Every defining moment is detailed here, charting Wayne’s collaborations with Lucius Fox at Wayne Enterprises on the latest cutting-edge technology.

Featuring removable documents, including the design and capability of the famed utility belt, the hi-tech functions of Batman’s cowl, and every detail of his amazing arsenal of weapons and gadgets, The Dark Knight Manual reveals how Bruce Wayne operates as Gotham’s greatest protector.

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Office Politics Review (iPhone/iPad)

2012/07/24

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Ok sometimes you just want a simple stress relief game, especially when it comes to office work, lines, waiting rooms, etc. Well Iddiction took this into consideration and came up with a fun, silly and pretty straight forward game called Office Politics designed for some near mindless but addictive phone screen tapping.

The main play of the game consists of digital Whack-A-Mole, hitting (or backstabbing) as many coworkers as possible to work your way up the corporate ladder via floors of the elevator. You face special enemies on different floors which have special skills that you have to overcome if you want to give their backs a proper jab.

Sometime enemies are facing you, you have to swipe them first before stabbing them or they will hurt you. Every third floor has a boss with a special talent that has gotten them to their position of power and they use it to try to stop your ascension. You have to overcome this special skill if you want to get some stabs into their back and trust me their backs have thick skin from years of abuse and it will take quite a few stabs to finish them off.

By completing achievements and playthroughs you can unlock new characters that have new abilities, all office themed and all designed to help you better move through the levels and up the ladder. The whole atmosphere is silly and playful with decent animations and silly sounds designed to be both a satire of the office workplace and keep you trying to play through one more floor.

Last Call:

This is a short review but that is because it is a pretty straight forward game, Office Politics is Whack-A-Mole game with benefits, simple enough to play anywhere and just about anytime but also entertaining enough to be addictive. At the time of publication this game is free and though it will have a “regular price” of $1.99 it is an Iddiction game, the same people who make App-o-Day, a program designed to getting word out about apps by offering them for free. So since this is their game you can expect it will regularly be in the free rotation. At $1.99 though Office Politics would still be affordable for a terrific time waster/passer and stress reliever, maybe from the very same characters you find in the game.

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