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Titanfall Day One Xbox 360 Patch Allows Users To Lock Game To 30 FPS

After a pair of delays, Titanfall is coming to the Xbox 360 this Tuesday. But information on the title is still scarce, even so close to its launch date.

Earlier, we learned that Titanfall on the Xbox 360 requires a 1GB install prior to playing. Today, YouTuber Jan ChillOnXbox, with another early copy of the title, reveals that the game will indeed receive a day one patch that will give Titanfall players on the Xbox 360 a choice to lock the game at 30 FPS, as seen in the video above.

Developer Bluepoint Games wrote earlier that Titanfall on the Xbox 360 can run above 30 FPS. But it’s like that the option to lock it at 30 is there for those who prefer a more consistent experience.

Unfortunately, there is no gameplay footage of Titanfall running on previous-gen, nor are there any further details regarding the day one patch for Titanfall. Though, Respawn CEO Vince Zampella says on Twitter that “Matchmaking is also a priority”.

Keep your sights on MP1st for more Titanfall updates.

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Doom Beta Is Coming to PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One

As we learned last February, Bethesda’s upcoming shooter, Wolfenstein: The New Order, would offer pre-orderers the chance to participate in the official Doom Beta at a later date.

The now updated FAQ indicates that the Beta will only be available to next-gen platforms – PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.

Codes will be provided in an insert inside hard copies of The New Order, and sent to those who pre-order digitally. “Other digital retailers’ processes and/or participation may vary,” said the FAQ. “We suggest contacting your preferred retailer directly for additional information.”

Currently, the only way to get access to Doom’s beta is via pre-ordering The New Order. Like you, we’re excited to learn more about the new Doom game, but details are scarce. Keep your eyes and ears open!

Wolfenstein: The New Order hits PC, PS4, PS3, Xbox One, and Xbox 360 on May 20.

Thanks, VG247.

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Titanfall Xbox 360 Servers Not Up Until April 8, 1 GB Mandatory Install Required

Early copies of Bluepoint Games’ Xbox 360 version of Titanfall are out in the hands of a number of consumers.

But those looking to get online early will have to abide by the game’s April 8 launch date, as Xbox 360 servers have yet to boot up, says the studio.

Images of early copies also indicate that the Xbox 360 version will require a mandatory 1 GB install, which is not uncommon for triple-A games launched late in the console’s life cycle. It’s likely that Bluepoint’s intention to provide the ‘true Titanfall experience’ on the previous generation console makes the additional install necessary.

Thanks, VG247.

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Amazon And Gamestop Update Vita 2000’s Release To May 6

Those looking to purchase a PlayStation Vita 2000 – the latest model of Sony’s handheld PlayStation device – will be able to get their hands on it much sooner than the May 31 placeholder seen on retailers like Amazon.

Recently, both Amazon and Gamestop have updated the release date for the long awaited Vita 2000 model to May 6.

This also means that the previously announced Borderlands 2 Vita bundle will be available at the same date, according to both Amazon and Gamestop. Additionally it appears that the stand alone version of Borderlands 2 on the Vita will arrive on May 13, a week later, according to Amazon.

Neither Gearbox nor 2k have made any official announcement so far as to when the Borderlands 2 limited edition will be available on Vita, however, so take the recently updated release date with a grain of salt.

Read up on the contents of the Borderlands 2 Vita bundle right here.

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Battlefield 4 Naval Strike Images Rendered in 4K

Can’t get enough of Battlefield 4 Naval Strike‘s stunning visuals?

Without a doubt, the four ocean combat-themed maps offered in Battlefield 4’s latest expansion are among the most beautiful ever seen in the entire franchise. From the stormy weather of Nansha Strike to the setting sun of Operation Mortar, Battlefield has never looked this good.

Rendered in stunning 4K resolution, Battlefield 4 fan OlekKing has captured 106 gorgeousl Naval Strike images for your viewing pleasure. We liked looking at them, and we think you will too.

Check out the gallery below:

Battlefield 4 Naval Strike now available to all Premium subscribers on PC, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 3. Non-Premium members get Naval Strike April 15.

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The Division a ‘Cover Based Combat Game’ Affected By Weather and Destruction

In The Division, both weather and destruction elements will play a role in the game’s third-person combative engagements.

Clear mid-day skies or stormy dark weather, time of day and forecast will affect how AI-controlled enemies perceive you.

Director Ryan Barnard explains the scenario: “Say it’s early morning and it’s clear. You’re in an area with enemies – I don’t
want to go into calling them NPCs but enemies – and you have to be really careful as you’re moving through the streets if you don’t want to alert them to your presence because they can detect you and hear you much further away.

“But during a snowstorm, for example, a big weather system has come up and you can move through the area [freely] and get much closer [undetected]. It changes the tactics and the movement speed you have, and you have to learn how to deal with the environment.”

Though you won’t see any Battlefield-level destruction events, cover and other objects do react to small arms fire, just as they would in real life.

“You won’t be able to destroy everything in the game: that would be great but it’s not really feasible production-wise,” explains Barnard. “It makes people cry.”

“We’re a Clancy RPG, so tactical combat is important and at our core we’re a cover based combat game. So covers will all be destructible either from a small bit to being completely destroyed.”

Recently, brand art director Rodrigo Cortes explained how Massive Entertainment aims to achieve “full immersion” with The Division, powered by the impressive Snowdrop Engine.

Thanks, CGV.

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Blizzard Celebrates Diablo 3: Reaper Of Souls Success With Bonus XP Weekend, New Hotfix Notes

With 2.7 million copies of Diablo 3: Reaper Of Souls sold in a week, Blizzard is showing their gratitude with a special bonus XP event.

As of yesterday until April 7 at 5am PDT, Diablo 3 players worldwide will get 50% bonus XP for all their actions, says the latest new posting on the official website.

Blizzard has also recently launched a hotfix for Diablo 3’s new expansion than, according to Diablo 3’s official forum, will give players a higher chance to receive a Legendary item during a Nephalem Rift run. It includes a few additional changes as well. Check out the hot-fix notes below:

April 3 Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls Hot-Fix Notes

  • There is now an additional bonus 25% chance to find a Legendary item while in a Nephalem Rift.
  • The number of chests that spawn in the following zones has been reduced:
    • Core of Arreat
    • Briarthorn Cemetary
    • Battlefields of Eternity
    • Crag of Eternity
  • Demonic Vessels were using the incorrect loot table, and now give less generous loot.

Additionally, the following changes will be implemented in the near future as they require a patch to implement:

  • Belial is occasionally not dropping appropriate loot.
  • Players are receiving an unusually high number of Mighty Belts and Quivers.

Recently, Activision Blizzard reported that Diablo 3: Reaper of Souls sold 2.7 million copies within the first week of it’s launch.

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Report – Uploading to YouTube from Xbox One Function Coming, YouTube Achievements for Xbox One Leaked

‘Look Mom I’m on TV’ is an Xbox One achievement for uploading a video from your console to YouTube. This achievement was reportedly leaked in a recent update.

Such feature is not currently available for the YouTube app. However, it seems that Microsoft have added achievements to the app that suggest video uploads to YouTube will be possible down the line.

Here’s a screenshot of the aforementioned achievement and a few others:

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Watch Dogs – PS4 and Xbox One “Identical In Almost Every Way”, New Screens Released

Ubisoft have only shown off the PS4 version of Watch Dogs thus far, making some Xbox One owners a bit nervous about how the Xbox One version will look.

With no reply whether or not Ubisoft will show it, Colin Graham, the title’s animation director, stated to GP’s Sehran:

A few new screenshots were also released, showcasing some of the online features along with the UI that you can expect to see in the final game.

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Watch Dogs will  launch on May 27 for the PS4, PS3, PC, Xbox One, and Xbox 360. A Wii U release date is currently unannounced.

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Destiny – Your Guardian’s Inventory is a ‘Free-For-All of Firepower and Mayhem’

Today, Bungie is sharing a few more details that shine light on Destiny‘s inventory system.

In the latest Bungie Weekly Update, community manager DeeJ answered questions relating to player gear – how many weapons combinations a player can carry in the shared-world shooter and what sort of gear is accessible throughout the world’s different game modes.

DeeJ confirmed that players will be able to mix and match weapons, calling it a “free-for-all of firepower and mayhem”.

“Your roguish Hunter can enjoy a Sniper Rifle in his hands and a hand-cannon in his holster. My regal Warlock can butt a belt-fed heavy machine gun against his shoulder, with a Pulse Rifle at the ready. Urk’s burly Titan can draw a Scout Rifle against his foe, holding a Shotgun in reserve”

By the sounds of it, players will have significant freedom when it comes to weapon combinations in primary and secondary slots.

DeeJ also confirmed that a Guardian’s inventory will be carried into all game modes – co-operative and competitive gameplay – while allowing for flexibility in loadouts.

“The plan of record is to enable you to carry an inventory with you, and allow you to make changes on the fly,” he said. “The mysterious science that fills your pack with such wonderful toys is our secret for now. It’s technology, indecipherable from magic.”

Excited to build up your arsenal in Destiny? You’ll be able to get started on September 9 when it launches on Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3.

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The Elder Scrolls Online Gets a Cinematic Launch Trailer

Zenimax Studios’ long awaited MMO, The Elder Scrolls Online, is now available for PC and Mac, and to celebrate, the studio has outed a new cinematic trailer highlighting an epic Siege battle.

Elder Scrolls: Online will also be available on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One platforms this coming June.

For those who have purchasing Elder Scrolls: Online, how are you enjoying it so far? Let us know in the comment section below!

 

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Titanfall Community Challenge Gives You The Chance to Score a Limited Edition Controller

Titanfall developer Respawn Entertainment is hosting the game’s first community challenge this weekend. If we didn’t mention it, real life prizes are involved.

Starting right now, Respawn is tasking the Titanfall community with posting pictures of their highest Capture the Flag score earned in one match on the studio’s Facebook page or in the comment section of this post. Up for grabs is an Xbox One Limited Edition Controller signed by the team at Respawn.

Here are the details:

Titanfall Capture the Flag Community Challenge

  • Challenge: Show us your highest overall Capture the Flag score earned in one match.
  • Entry: Post a pic of the final result screen on our Facebook page or here on Disqus below. (In the event of a tie, we will place the top scores in a random drawing and will pick one winner.)
  • Prize: Microsoft Xbox One Limited Edition Controller signed by the Respawn development team.
  • Start Date: April 4th, 2014 4:00PM PDT
  • End Date: April 11th, 2014 4:00PM PDT

Thinking of getting involved? What’s your highest CTF score?

Titanfall launches on the Xbox 360 this Tuesday, April 8, and despite its previous-gen limitations, Respawn says it’s going to be the “true experience”.

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New Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 Trailer Pays Homage to Spaghetti Westerns

In celebration of yesterday’s Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 micro-DLC launch, developer Treyarch has put together nifty new trailer that pays homage to old 60’s Spaghetti Westerns.

The genre was a heavy influence for the Dead Man’s Hand weapon camoflage pattern and personalization pack that launched on the PlayStation 3 and PC yesterday, along with three other personalization packs; Octane, Beast, and Weaponized 115.

Each pack is now available on all platforms for $1.99 in the Black Ops 2 in-game store.

What’d you think of the new trailer. Pretty cool, hey?

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Titanfall on Xbox 360 Will Be The “True Experience”, Says Bluepoint Games

This Tuesday, April 8, developer Bluepoint Games will be launching the Xbox 360 version of Respawn Entertainment’s shooter, Titanfall.

Discussing the difficulties of bringing an experience like Titanfall on the Xbox One and PC to older hardware, Bluepoint Games senior producer Daryl Allison says that despite its limitations, “Titanfall on the Xbox 360 is the true experience.”

He adds that “all the maps, modes, pilots, titans, weapons, burn cards, you name it, found in the Xbox One and PC versions” will also be fully realized in the previous-generation version. “The game looks great, sounds great, and above all it plays great.”

Weaker hardware does lead to a few compromises, however. “There are of course some differences that are due to the technical limitations of the hardware,” Allison explains. “For example, the game runs above 30fps – but the experts at Respawn worked with us to ensure that all the intense, 6v6 wall-running, titan-dropping action is there.”

Are you picking up Titanfall for the Xbox 360 this Tuesday?

Be sure to read up on some of the latest matchmaking updates for the Xbox One and PC versions of Titanfall.

Source: Titanfall.

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Call of Duty: Ghosts – PSN and PC Season Pass Holders Get “The Ripper” DLC Weapon Tomorrow

Call of Duty: Ghosts Season Pass holders on PSN and PC will get access to the new “Ripper” DLC weapon tomorrow, April 5, developer Infinity Ward recently announced.

The weapon, available as a part of the Devastaion add-on’s offerings, is a futuristic 2-in-1 hybrid weapon that fulfills the role of both a sub-machine gun and an assault rifle. It will be available early to all PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, and PC users with the Call of Duty: Ghosts Season Pass, before Devastation officially launches later this moth.

It was available earlier last month for Xbox One and Xbox 360 users. Devastation is now available to download on Xbox Live.

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Battlefield 4 Easter Egg Hunters Discover Giant Megalodon Easter Egg

In what seemed like the wildest goose chase (or shark chase) in video game history, Battlefield 4 easter egg hunters can now rest easy after having discovered one of the game’s biggest secrets.

This of course is none other than the elusive Megalodon easter egg, or giant shark easter egg, for which the hunt began way back in December. Reddit user Tee_Hee_Wat appears to have discovered the location of the easter egg after compiling a number of cryptic poems that appeared after Naval Strike’s launch.

The easter egg can be found on the DLC’s Nansha Strike map. See it in action in the videos below and find out how to activate it:

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Have you tried it yourself yet? Which Battlefield 4 easter egg has been your favorite so far? Let us know in the comment section below!

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Microsoft Apologizes to Users Affected by Sign In Issues with 7 Days of Gold for Free

Yesterday, Microsoft started issuing tokens of apology to Xbox players who were unable to log in on Xbox Live on March 11th.

We know you experienced an issue signing in on your Xbox One on 3/11/2014. We apologise and will soon give you 7 days of Xbox Live Gold for your inconvenience.

Xbox Live had a rough day on March 11th, which coincided with Titanfall’s launch. At the time Microsoft denied that Titanfall was the cause of the issue, but the company didn’t offer up an explanation on what went wrong.

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Call of Duty: Ghosts Sale at GameStop, $20 Off Regular Price This Weekend

U.S. retailer, GameStop, is shaving $20 off of Call of Duty: Ghosts normal price for all platforms.

This weekend, you will be able to buy the PS4 and Xbox One versions of the title for $39.99, while PS3 and Xbox 360 copies will sell for $29.99. The sale runs from April 4th until the 6th. See the image below for more information.

Call of Duty SaleAlso this weekend, to celebrate today’s launch of the Devastation DLC, Extinction players will be receiving an XP boost.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 PC Update Adds New Micro-DLC and “Nukejacked” Playlist

A new 35MB update for the PC version of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 has introduced a brand new set of personalization packs for your weapons, including new skins, reticles, and player cards, etc.

You’ll find them as new items in the in-game store for $1.99. You can also check them out on Steam. Catch the trailer above.

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Weaponized 115

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Reports are also coming in that the update introduced a new 24/7 playlist to matchmaking called “Nukejacked” that alternates between Black Ops 2’s Nuketown 2025 and Hijacked multiplayer maps.

Earlier, Treyarch’s PC assist Twitter reported that some players are having issues accessing the new personalization packs and are experiencing stat resets. Although the studio now mentions that they’re “still working on this issue”, they’ve already “started the restore process for those impacted by stat resets”.

Stay tuned for updates!

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H-Hour: World’s Elite Gets Steam Approval, Screenshots And Other Details

It’s official. After a successful Greenlight campaign, H-Hour: World’s Elite will be launching on Steam next year when the game is released.

SOF Studios made the announcement earlier today, thanking the community for all the support, making all of this possible.

The team also teased that a new video is in the works, showing off the “breaching and hostage extraction” game modes. When this will be available is not known, but you’ll be able to view some of the screens grabbed during the recoridng of it below.

And for those awaiting for the rescheduling of the Twitch Broadcast, you can look forward to it next week as details develop.

Here are some new screen shots from the early Alpha Build. Note that these are from a very early build of the game, and the developers have stated that the visuals, animations, and other components are going to change once they are funded by a publisher.

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