Category Archives: PC

Fri, May 24, 2013 | 07:38 BST

Want your name and profile in Watch Dogs?

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Ubisoft is offering fans a chance to have their profile featured as a pedestrian in its upcoming Watch Dogs game.
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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 22:18 BST

Arma 3 Alpha updated to version 0.58

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Bohemia Interactive has released a new update for the Arma 3 Alpha, and in version 0.58, new dedicated combat and stealth radio protocols have been added along with tweaks to lighting and audio. Also, multiplayer dedicated server administrators now have access to a “separated executable” to host such servers more conveniently. Have a look at the entire changelog here, and to automatically update to the new version, just log into Steam.

Thu, May 23, 2013 | 22:15 BST

Star Trek Online’s Legacy of Romulus expansion is live

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Cryptic Studios has announced the Legacy of Romulus expansion for Star Trek Online has gone live. STO players can choose to play as a Romulan or Reman through new story-driven mission arcs, and Denise Crosby returns to reprise her role as Empress Sela. New Romulan ships and enemies have been added and the Klingon faction has also been updated with full level 1-50 progression. You can still purchase Legacy and Starter Packs at the official website here.

Thu, May 23, 2013 | 22:09 BST

Splinter Cell: Blacklist developer diary discusses two co-op modes

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Splinter Cell: Blacklist has a new developer diary available discussing the co-op in the game. According to the video, there are four different mission type, and the two being discussed today are The Isaac Briggs missions and The Grim. Check out below. Splinter Cell: Blacklist is out August 20 on PC, PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii U.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 22:30 BST

CS:GO community task force Overwatch in beta

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Counter-Strike: Global Offensive community members will now be able to regulate themselves due to a new governing system put in place by Valve.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 22:00 BST

Poker Night 2 now available for iOS

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Poker Night 2, along with Brock Fucking Samson, is now available for iOS. Telltale’s poker simulator will run you $4.99 on the App Store, and also includes Sam and Max, Claptrap, GLaDOS, and my personal hero, Ash Williams. Head over to the App Store and pick it up. The game’s also available through the Xbox Live Marketplace, Steam, and PSN.

Thu, May 23, 2013 | 22:21 BST

EA’s FIFA series has become part of the “fabric of football,” says producer

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Nick Channon, FIFA 14 producer, has told VG247′s Sam Clay that it’s rather nice for the series to have become part of the “fabric of football.” He also said EA is proud of the fact it can connect the game’s users to the real sport. Listen to your man speak about it himself below. FIFA 14 is out September 24 in the US and September 27 in the UK on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360 and will be released on PS4 and Xbox One as well. You can have a look at the various skus up for pre-order through our earlier post on the matter.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 20:15 BST

Nvidia releases GTX 780 for £549 and GeForce Experience software

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Nvidia has released its GTX 780 graphics card, and while it will run you £549, the thing clocks in at 863 Mhz and can be boosted to 900 Mhz. It also contains 3GB of DDR5 with a memory speed of 6Gbps. MCV says it also has “TDP of 250W and outputs via 2xDL-DVI slots, 1xHDMI and 1xDisplayport.” Whatever all that means. Just tell me if it makes things shiny and I’ll be pleased. Furthermore, the firm also launched its GeForce Experience software which will collects 20 minutes of game footage as you play, as well as analyzes your system to automatically choose the optimum settings configuration for whatever game you’re playing. Nifty.

Thu, May 23, 2013 | 18:57 BST

Skyward Collapse now available for Mac and PC

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Skyward Collapse, the turn-based 4X god-sim from Arcen Games, is out today on Mac and PC, and the developer sent over some screenshots and a new trailer for it. The game can be picked up through the official website, Steam, and other distributors. Brenna has been playing the preview build, and as soon as she returns from her much needed vacation, she’ll have some detailed impressions. Earlier today she told me it’s “sort of like playing chess against yourself, only you’re always a total bastard”. Awesome.

Check out the assets below, and the system requirements and features through the official website.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 18:21 BST

The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot gameplay trailer introduces the Archer

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Ubisoft has released the first gameplay trailer dedicated to the Archer,a.k.a Blackeye Bowgart, in The Mighty Quest for Epic Loot. The free-to-play PC title is taking alpha testing applications here.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 18:06 BST

The Witness development on PS4 discussed in video

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The Witness, Jonathan Blow’s game about exploration and puzzle-solving in an open world, will be released on PS4 and video discussing it is below.It’s all part of Sony’s conversations with developers series. The Witness is releasing as a timed PS4 exclusive and will also be released on PC.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 22:22 BST

FIFA 14 out in September, Ultimate Team gold packs come with pre-orders

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EA has announced a September release for FIFA 14 as well as Ultimate Team gold packs for fans who pre-order the game on PS3 and Xbox 360, and has also announced three editions of the game on pre-order.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 16:36 BST

Final Fantasy 14 lands on PS3 in August, pre-order and collector’s edition bonuses detailed

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Final Fantasy 14: A Realm Reborn will be releases on PS3 in August, and the game can be pre-ordered now to net some bonuses.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 16:04 BST

Saints Row 4 video shows a guy getting hit by a plane

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Saints Row 4 has a new video available, and while it’s short, it shows the zany action you’ve become accustomed to with the series. Hit it up below, and while gazing past the break you will also find box art for the Commander in Chief Edition. Game’s out August 20.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 16:47 BST

PayDay 2 teaser for live-action web-series released

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505 Games, Overkill, and the director of the PayDay movie, Demian Lichtenstein, have launched a teaser trailer for the live-action PayDay 2 web-series. The deries will help support the August launch of the game. Check it out below. Payday 2 will release for consoles and PC, via Steam, in August 2013.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 22:29 BST

Need for Speed: Rivals lands on PS4, Xbox One in November

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Need for Speed: Rivals has been announced by EA for next-gen systems and is in development at Ghost Games, a new studio within the firm.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 14:42 BST

Infinite Crisis video shows Shazam wielding the powers of the six Elders

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Infinite Crisis has a new video showcasing its latest champion, Shazam. The fella doles out massive power damage using melee abilities. Hit up the break for a look at him in action. Infinite Crisis is out later this year on PC.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 14:45 BST

Dying Light from Techland announced, features full day-night cycle

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Dying Light has been announced by Warner Bros. and its first-person, action survival horror title from Techland.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 14:24 BST

FIFA 14 can take advantage of next-gen tech using player and real-world stats

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FIFA 14 will implement elements such as “true motion with pivoting, side stepping, step based locomotion,” and less techy stuff such as football injuries in real life affecting your game.

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Thu, May 23, 2013 | 13:42 BST

Civilization 5: Brave New World video discusses policies and ideologies

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Civilization 5: Brave New World has a new video below discussing policies and ideologies – things which will make your civilization run smoothly or cause a diplomatic ruckus. This is due to the new social policy trees where you can choose autocracy, order or freedom. Watch below. Brave New World is expected in North America on July 9 and elsewhere on July 12.

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