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Rumor: EA to Announce an Exclusive Partnership With Microsoft During Next-Gen Xbox Reveal

by David Veselka

February 27, 2013 9:36 pm in News

This April, not only is it rumored that Microsoft will unveil their next-generation Xbox, but sources now claim Electronic Arts will also take the stage to announce and exclusive partnership with the company.

Two sources have told CVG that an agreement has been secured between EA and Microsoft’s Xbox firm which will be discussed during Microsoft’s rumored Xbox event. It’s unclear however, what exactly will be shown or what the terms of the deal will be.

Rival publishing company Activision announced a similar exclusive partnership with Sony during their PlayStation event, revealing that content would be coming to Bungie’s Destiny exclusive to the PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4.

EA chief financial officer hinted at a deal with Microsoft last Tuesday while speaking at a Morgan Stanley Technology, Media, and Telecom Conference.

When asked why EA was not present during Sony’s announcement of the PlayStation 4, CFO Blake Jorgensen answered, “It was more about timing of our own slate as well as trying to maintain a good balance of power with all the parties out there and choosing when to unveil certain pieces of software.”

He added, “I’d say, between now and E3, you are going to see a lot of stuff, and we are going to choose with our marketing teams when to announce.”

What EA might have in the works is completely up in the air, but what you do think would be most likely? Exclusive downloadable content? Timed exclusive deals with game titles? Or, might it involve titles like Battlefield 4 or Respawn Entertainment’s game?

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Respawn Entertainment Will Be At E3 2013, Confirms Former Infinity Ward Head Vince Zampella

by David Veselka

10:04 am in News

Respawn Entertainment has confirmed its presence at this years Electronic Entertainment Expo 2013.

Studio head Vince Zampella confirmed via Twitter, “Yes, we will finally be at E3!”

Even more interesting was his next statement, reading, “I have no intention of showing up empty handed! I can’t say anything else right now.”

Respawn Entertainment is headed by former Infinity Ward co-founders Vince Zampella and Jason West who lead projects like Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2.

After leaving Infinity Ward and Activision in 2010 due to legal reasons, they formed Respawn Entertainment to begin working on a new project that would be published by rival company, Electronic Arts. It was last speculated, almost exactly one year ago, that the project was a sci-fi shooter meant to compete with titles like Halo and Gears of War.

It looks like we’ll find out for certain this summer during E3 2013.

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Crysis 3 Version 1.1 Patch Notes – Multiplayer Tweaks and Fixes

by David Veselka

February 26, 2013 1:07 pm in News

Crytek is updating Crysis 3’s multiplayer with a number of fixes and tweaks.

Currently live on the PC and on its way for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, patch 1.1 and Data Patch B will fix a number of issues like crosshairs becoming invisible, players being unable to fire or reload occasionally as well as tweak weapons like the Typhoon, Predator Bow, SCAR and more.

Check out the full notes below.

Patch 1.1

Fix for users getting stuck in the Pinger
Fix for Flashbang/Smoke grenade reactions not displaying in Kill Cam
Fix for crosshair becoming invisible after certain actions
Fixes for squads joining and disconnecting from servers
Fix for players being unable to fire or reload occasionally
Fix for users occasionally being able to hear VTOL damage siren constantly
Weapons retrieved from the ground now have the correct attachments
Fix for players getting stuck if ripping HMG off VTOL during destruction
Fix for being unable to detonate C4 after host migration on consoles
Fix for game not ending correctly if last opponent triggers a host migration
Fix for issue where sometimes rip and throw weapons would not deal damage in smoke grenades
Fix for relay in CTR becoming stuck if picking up relay during shotgun reload
Fix for icons disappearing occasionally in CTR
Fix for players occasionally spawning with wrong loadout in Assault (PC Only)
Last Man Standing no longer displayed in Hunter for players that have just died
Fixed issue with teams during host migration in Hunter/Assault
Significant optimisation to Medium detail settings (PC Only)
Particle optimisation (PC Only)

Data Patch B

A “behind the scenes” update that will automatically download when entering multiplayer.

Melee whilst sliding damage reduced to match patch A’s melee damage
Typhoon mid range damage reduction
Bow sensitivity reduced to match Assault Scope values on PS3/X360 as they have similar zoom values. PC remains as before
SCAR+Laser long distance effectiveness reduced.
Threat Awareness module levelling targets reduced to 3/10 enemy C4’s destroyed
Potential fix for “Incoming!” Skill Assessment not levelling up correctly
Fix for Social Challenge skill assessments not being tracked correctly

The bottom left of your multiplayer screen should read “[ ONLINE ] [ PATCH_B ]” indicating that the update has been applied. If not, re-enter multiplayer until it is present.

Patch 1.1 Status

PC – LIVE @ 16:15GMT
X360 – TBC
PS3 – TBC

Data Patch B Status

PC – LIVE @ 16:45GMT
X360 – LIVE @ 16:45GMT
PS3 – LIVE @ 16:45GMT

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Defiance Gets Competitive With This Shadow War Multiplayer Trailer

by David Veselka

12:53 pm in News

Trion Worlds is out to show off the intense competitive multiplayer component of Defiance, releasing on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC this April 2.

Defiance’s new competitive multiplayer trailer shows off some of the player vs. player action known as Shadow War. In a mix of infantry and vehicular combat, you’ll get to play with some high tech weaponry showcased in the trailer below.

Check it out and let us know what you think in the comments below!

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God of War: Ascension – Launch Trailer, Single-Player Demo Today, And Multiplayer DLC Recap

by James Lara

11:15 am in News

God of War: Ascension is just a few weeks away and Sony is already prepping for launch.

First on the list of items is the launch trailer.

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Eager for more? Well here’s some good news. If you weren’t apart of the Rise of The Warrior challenges, then you missed out on the incredible Single Player demo last week. Fear not, though, as Sony will be releasing the demo along with today’s PlayStation Store Update (also includes Uncharted 3 F2P Multiplayer).

Lets not forget that this is the first in the God of War franchise to feature multiplayer. As mentioned, we suggest you start playing the God of War: Ascension Rise of The Warrior as you’ll earn countless rewards including early XP and exclusive weapons/armors. Down below is a list of weapons/armors you can earn through the social game.

Armor of Morpheus
Mercenary Sword
Armor of Typhon
Champion’s Hammer

There are also countless places offering pre-order goodies which include the Mythological Heroes DLC Armor pack. Best Buy is also offering an exclusive weapon.

As a fan of the series, the Single player has always been the main focus, though while testing out the Multiplayer, I can say that it’ll be one worth playing. If you haven’t read our impression yet, you can do so by clicking here.

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Borderlands 2 – More Details On Level Cap Increase, DLC Add-On Disc Now Available

by Joel Santana

11:07 am in News

For those who have been wondering how exactly the team behind Borderlands 2 was going to implement the highly anticipated new level cap, Gearbox president Randy Pitchford has recently shed some light on this situation.

He revealed via twitter that the community’s concerns over the much anticipated level-cap raise is being addressed with a DLC that they are currently working on. Unfortunately for you season pass holders, it seems that this particular DLC will not be included in the Borderlands 2 Season Pass and will have to be purchased separately.

Nothing else is known about this DLC, other than it is set to raise the level cap, but as information surfaces, we will surely keep you guys updated.

Speaking about DLC, Borderlands 2 has recently released an add-on disc that should be available at your local video game retailer now. It will contains the following items:

Borderlands 2 Add-On Disc Content

Captain Scarlett And Her Pirate’s Booty
Mister Torgue’s Campaign Of Carnage
Collector’s Edition Loot
New Heads And Skins For Your Favorite Vault Hunters

The Borderlands 2 add-on disc will set you back about $29.99 USD, and will require a copy of Borderlands 2 to work.

Finally, one of the biggest badasses of Borderlands 2, Bahroo, shows us how much of a badass he really is by taking on not one nor two, but eight Vermivorous the Invincible at once. Check out the chaotic video below:

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Uncharted 3 Multiplayer Now Free-To-Play

by James Lara

10:10 am in News

After being teased for months, today, Naughty Dog and Sony have announced that Uncharted 3 multiplayer will be going free-to-play.

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There is a level cap, which is level 15 for those who decide to play the free-portion of the multiplayer. For those who do decide to purchase the full version, or just the full multiplayer experience, you’ll get all your achievements tracked during the level cap. There are a number of components of Uncharted 3 up for purchase which you can view below:

UNCHARTED 3: Multiplayer Co-op Adventure Add On – Unlocks Co-Op Adventure mode including the Fort Adventure DLC
UNCHARTED 3: Multiplayer Co-op Arena Add On – Unlocks to gain access to the Co-Op Arena Playlist including the Co-Op Shade Survival Mode DLC for UNCHARTED 3: Multiplayer Free to Play
UNCHARTED 3: Multiplayer Competitive MP (No Level Limit) – Removes the level cap for UNCHARTED 3: Multiplayer Free to Play
UNCHARTED 3: Multiplayer Competitive MP (Level 25 Limit) – Removes the Level 15 cap and allows you to play UNCHARTED 3: Multiplayer Free to Play up to Level 25
UNCHARTED 3: Multiplayer Split Screen Add On – Unlocks Co-Op Adventure mode including the Fort Adventure DLC
UNCHARTED 3: Multiplayer DLC Map Packs – Unlocks all three DLC map packs released for UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception. Includes Flashback Map Pack 1, Flashback Map Pack 2, and Drake’s Deception Map Pack
UNCHARTED 3: Drake’s Deception Single Player Experience – Uncover the Truth. Unlock the Single Player campaign

Additionally, you will also be able to pick up the full digital Game of the Year edition for $39.99 USD from the in-game store. Long time multiplayer participants will also be awarded a custom Naughty Dog Paw on your rank icon as well as a Naughty Dog Paw shirt for your custom characters.

Lastly, “more than 40” additional DLC items will be made available over the coming months, each with their own theme.

So, what do you guys think? Willing to jump back on Uncharted 3 again later today when the PlayStation Store updates?

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Arma 3 Now a PC/Steam-Exclusive, “No Arma 3 This Year Otherwise,” Says Bohemia

by David Veselka

February 25, 2013 3:58 pm in News

Bohemia Interactive stands on the verge of revealing release plans for Arma 3 as Project Lead Joris-Jan van ‘t Land updates the Arma community in a recent blog post.

Despite a rough past few months with two developers being arrested in Greece for alleged espionage, Joris-Jan writes that the studio is hard at work striving towards one goal set by CEO Marek Španěl: “Do all we can to release Arma 3 in 2013.”

According to the team, “one of the steps in this plan has been to select Valve’s Steam as our primary platform. Not only is Arma 3 PC-exclusive, but now we have decided to make it Steam-exclusive as well.”

“The bottom-line: we feel that without going Steam-exclusive, we would not be able to release Arma 3 in 2013.”

Joris-Jan outlines the key reasons for this descision:

Proven distribution platform
Fewer distributed versions
Ready-made functionality
Piracy
Focus on game development

He goes on to write that, overall, it will be a smoother experience for players who will be able to enjoy many of Steam’s desirable online features. You can read more about what he had to say here.

In closing, he writes, “it is important not to forget the bottom-line as set out above: we honestly believe that we would not be able to deliver Arma 3 in 2013 without this decision. Now, a few months ahead, we feel strongly that it is paying off, and soon you’ll get a chance to see why.”

In addition, you can check out his quick FAQ answering some of the questions you might have.

1. So, when will you release Arma 3 then?

“Soon” has become an overused word, but we are preparing all we need to unveil our plans right this moment.

2. Do I have to run the game through Steam?

Yes, it will be required to run the game through Steam. We do not believe in always-online types of DRM however, so Offline mode will be supported.

3. Will I be able to buy a boxed copy of Arma 3?

There will be boxed copies in most regions. These may either be Steam Codes in a retail package, or also contain DVD data (speeding up installation). You will still have to run and update through Steam the first time.

4. I don’t want any of the benefits Steam brings me, so why should I care?

There was a very real chance there would be no Arma 3 this year otherwise.

Thanks, OffDutyGamers.

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DayZ Patch Further Modifies “Zed” Behaviour and Adds More Junk Food

by David Veselka

3:32 pm in News

The DayZ team has rolled out a brand new patch today for the popular Arma 2 apocalyptic zombie survival mod.

Along with a slew of new soda, can and other junk food models (can’t get enough of that junk food), you can expect some updates to Zed behaviour and other items, as well as number of fixes.

View the full update notes below. You can also check out all the prerequisites and download options here.

Changelog

[NEW] – Added a 2 minute delay to new zeds spawning once MaxLocal zeds fall’s below the acceptable level.
[NEW] – Added new sfx for chopping wood.
[NEW] – Started Update for Cherno intro. (map intro)
[NEW] – Zed attraction, this will draw zeds to loiter closer to players over time.
[NEW] – BAF_L85A2_RIS_SUSAT – (Heilcrash – HeliCrash_No50s)
[NEW] – Crossbow Quiver added – 6 arrow mag size.
[NEW] – WoodenArrow added 6 arrows can be turned into a quiver.
[NEW] – WoodenArrow can be picked up after use.
[NEW] – 20% of breaking WoodenArrow when firing it.
[NEW] – Crowbar now attaches to toolbelt.
[NEW] – Added Anti teleport script. Reported to server’s RPT log
[NEW] – New models by JoeysLucky22:
- (Soda) Long’s Island Iced Tea (Clayton)
- (Soda) Dr. Wasteland (Dr. wasteland)
- (Soda) Mikhail Made Lemonade (-=PA=-Mikhail)
- (Soda) LVG Root Beer (LVG)
- (Soda) Mountain Green
- (Soda) mZLY yZLY (mZLY)
- (Soda) R4Z0R soda (R4Z0R)
- (Soda) Smasht (Smasht)
- (Beer) Rabbitman (Rabbitman)
- (Can) Bad Guy’s Ubiquitous Peaches (UbiquitousBadGuy)
- (Can) Chef Boneboy Ravioli (Boneboys)
- (Can) Curgon’s Chicken Noodle Soup (Curgon)
- (Can) Demon Groves Green Beans (DemonGroover)
- (Can) FraggleOs (Fraggle)
- (Can) Griff Black Beans (Griff)
- (Can) Herpy Dooves Canned Muffins (DerpyHooves)
- (Can) Orlok Mixed Fruit (orlok)
- (Can) Powell’s New England Clam Chowder (Powell)
- (Can) Unlabeled Can
- (Can) Tyler’s Kidney Beans
- (Can) Conrad’s Whole Kernel Corn
[NEW] – New models by Elvaron:
- New melee weapon: Machete – (Farm – Hunting)
- New Food: Pack of pistachios
- New Food: Pack of trail mix
- New Food: MRE military rations (Military Loot)
- New junk loot
- Model for Compass instead of green pouch in loot pile
- 2rnd shells for pellet and slugshot shotgun ammunition (no more 8 bullets shown on ground when it’s actually 2 bullets)
- New models and textures for FoodBaconRaw and FoodBaconCooked.
- Model and textures for Quiver.
[UPDATED] – BoltsSteel replaced with WoodenArrows.
[UPDATED] – BAF_L85A2_RIS_Holo Removed from crash site’s added to Military tables
[UPDATED] – loot weighted array generation fixed.
[UPDATED] – Updated logout system to check radius of zeds from 50 meters to 35 meters (30 sec count)
[UPDATED] – Player range on logout to 6 meters. (30 Sec count)
[UPDATED] – Max Range of targets 120 meters down from 300 meters. (this should help long range agro, This is zeds max target range).
[UPDATED] – AI behavior updated to try making them zigzag less.
[UPDATED] – Added push bikes to the zeds pull from vehilce list.
[UPDATED] – Epeen key moved to Custom Controls – Use action key 20 (No default key needs setting up)
[UPDATED] – Zeds Targets array modified
[UPDATED] – Weapon fire sounds divided by 2 (This will help us settle zeds hearing a little more) (107_DZ Zed pull range 450 meters / 2 = 225 meters (capped 120 meters aboue for now))
[UPDATED] – Max local zeds per client now fixed at 40 zeds, Global at 40 +10 foreach player within 400 meters and total 500 zeds max.
[UPDATED] – Added some Czech language
[UPDATED] – Updated zed attraction to dead players from 50 meters to 20 meters.
[UPDATED] – Players will now drop empty cans after consumption to nearest lootpile or creates new one.
[UPDATED] – Updated Infection to cough, shake camera and loose blood.
[UPDATED] – Updated russian string tables.
[UPDATED] – Backpack Spawns should now see higher grade backpacks more.
[UPDATED] – Deer stands has it’s own loot table (Hunting).
[UPDATED] – Reduced Zed Running Speed.
[FIXED] – Zeds talk, lowed to 80 meters down from 200 meters this will stop any zeds targeting for sight/noise outside of this radius
[FIXED] – CookedBeef StringTables now added.
[FIXED] – Spanish, French StringTables updated.
[FIXED] – logout timers updated from sleep 3 to sleep 1 this should now fix long logout timers.
[FIXED] – Zeds should no longer walk though all objects. (Some objects can still be walked thought)
[FIXED] – Updated refuel to attract zeds. (3-6 Meters)
[FIXED] – EH’s updated to work with bettleye filters.
[FIXED] – Ammo counts now fixed on dc.
[FIXED] – Zeds will no longer magically hit players just becuase there within 3 meters. ( Zeds can no longer dmg without running the attack animations. (running into zeds will no longer dmg the player))
[FIXED] – Fixed some base class’s for vehicles reporting issues with crew
[FIXED] – You can now logout with a broke leg.
[FIXED] – Temperature icon should not disappear anymore.
[FIXED] – Humanity should now work increase again.
[FIXED] – Chemlights and flares now work again.
[FIXED] – time is now set on startup.
[FIXED] – Hatchet and crowbar don’t require reload anymore.
[FIXED] – Hatchet and crowbar no longer overwrite each other.
[FIXED] – Exploit when converting Mags into other mags (Example – DMR to M24 then back)
[FIXED] – Blood particles not shown for player.
[FIXED] – Hide body animation not shown for player.
Combat Roll
- [Fixed] – No longer possible to combat roll with broken leg
- [Fixed] – Added 4 sec delay to multiple rolls.
- [Fixed] – No longer possible to combat roll over player created objects (tents, sandbags so on)
- [Fixed] – No longer combat roll in buildings.
[REMOVED] – Chase combat logging systems removed. (Removed due to ealry warning of agro)
[REMOVED] – Debriefing window has started to be cleaned up. (blank box on dc)
[REMOVED] – BearTrap Due to issues with the trap still staying active after removal.
[REMOVED] – DZ_Patrol_Pack_EP1 Due to us no longer planing to remove backpacks from new spawns.
[REMOVED] – All chance based systems for sight and sound from zeds they will now only agro if in view or your making noise. Should allow more freedom to move.

Known Bugs

Zombies attacking tho objects.

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MP1st Reader Blog: Medal of Honor – Successful or Total Disaster

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1:48 pm in Features

The MP1st reader blog is an open discussion lead by MP1st readers about the multiplayer titles and topics we cover. To learn how to have your voice heard, check out the Blog section on the MP1st Forums in the Multiplayer’s Lounge.

So as we all know, EA Games has closed down the doors of Danger Close and Medal of Honor and all support for the game has ceased. This doesn’t come to a surprise as Medal of Honor Warfighter only sold 40,000 Units. In this piece I will examine Medal of Honor 2010 and Medal of Honor Warfighter and what I think could of made them better and what could Danger Close of done to make its loyal fans proud of the game they made.

Medal of Honor 2010 was first announced in 2008 as Medal of Honor: Operation Anaconda, but was later changed for unknown reasons. Danger Close formerly known as EA Los Angeles merged in 2008 to take on the task of developing a fresh new first person shooter experience using the Medal of Honor franchise that had been forgotten by its previous developers Dreamworks Interactive. DICE the developers behind the Battlefield series would develop the multiplayer, while Danger Close was hard at work on the single player.

While Danger Close was hard at work doing the single player, real life Tier 1 Operators were hard at work developing the Story as well, what kind of story about Tier 1 Armed Forces Units would be good without actual Tier 1 Operators writing it? Well, when it came for release of the game, people everywhere had high expectations of the popular franchise; many gamers had held the Medal of Honor franchise in their hearts for years. When gamers got their hands on Medal of Honor 2010’s Multiplayer they would find themselves disappointed. In my opinion there was many key important game play factors missing from the Medal of Honor 2010 Multiplayer, it seemed that DICE had just thrown some guns and maps and a new system called the score chain. Many people realized that Medal of Honor 2010 would not be the game to crush the reigning Champion Call of Duty.

So in early 2012 Medal of Honor Warfighter was announced, and this time Danger Close would develop both the Single player and Multiplayer and the story would be written again by real tier 1 operators. This was Danger Close’s change to impress gamers with a more solid and clean Multiplayer, which of course they thought would be done by introducing the Fire Team Buddy System which would allow you and a buddy to wreck the combat zone together and be rewarded for it. Once Medal of Honor Warfighter was released it would be the best time for redemption for Danger Close, however unfortunately it was not enough to persuade EA Games to continue support for the franchise and thus EA cut off all support for the game, leaving it un-updated, no dlc and no hope for the future of the franchise.

I would like to extend a thank you to all of Tier 1 Operators who took there time away from family and loved ones to write the story for the game and commit there time to make sure we all had a very good outlook on how you all lived your life on and off the battlefield, thank you sincerely for your self sacrifice and un-selfish sacrifices for the safety and freedom of our country.

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Mass Effect 3: Reckoning Multiplayer DLC Launch Trailer

by David Veselka

12:08 pm in News

Mass Effect 3: Reckoning, the latest multiplayer expansion to the Mass Effect series, launches tomorrow, February 26, on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC at no additional cost.

It includes new classes like the Geth Juggernaut, Cabal Vanguard, Talon Mercenary, Alliance Infiltration Unit, “and more.” (Hints in the trailer below. Collector class?) You’ll also get to play with a ton of new toys, including the Omni-bow and the Biotic Hammer.

Check out the action packed launch trailer below:

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Update

A NeoGAF user has rounded up all the content included in Mass Effect 3: Reckoning, gathered from a recent BioWare live streaming of the DLC.

Characters

Geth Juggernaut Soldier: Huge Geth unit. Cannot dodge or take cover. Cannot be staggered. Powers: Assault Pulse, Hex Shield, Geth Turret.
Turian Cabal Vanguard: Female biotic Turian, as introduced in Omega. Biotic abilities for dodge. Powers: Poison Strike, Nightshade Blades, Biotic Focus.
Alliance Infiltration Unit: EDI-like cyborg. Can uppercut because reasons. Powers: Tactical Cloak, Snap Freeze, Repair Matrix.
Krogan Warlord Sentinel: Gigantic hammer wielding Krogan. Cannot take cover or dodge. Rage regenerates health. Powers: Tech Armour, Biotic Hammer, Electric Hammer.
Talon Mercenary Engineer: Human mercenary armed with a tech bow because 2013 continues the “Year of the Bow”. Powers: Trip Mines, Armor-Piercing Arrows, Concussive Arrows.
Awakened Collector Adept: Yes, a Collector. Assumed to be controlled by Leviathan. Powers: Dark Sphere, Seeker Swarm, Dark Channel.

Weapons

Geth Spitfire Assault Rifle: A portable Geth Gatling gun.
Venom Shotgun: Explosive round firing shotgun. Charge to have rounds fragment into more explosives.
Lancer Assault Rifle: New assault rifle.
Blood Pack Executioner Pistol: One-shot-per-clip high damage Magnum-like pistol.
Chakram Launcher Assault Rifle: Explosive disk launching rifle.
Blood Pack Punisher SMG: Heavy submachine gun, good against armour.
Adas Anti-Synthetic Rifle: Electric based rifle. Shoots travelling electrical rounds (no hitscan).

Equipment

Geth Scanner: Enhances radar?
Assault Rifle Ultralight Materials: Lowers weight of assault rifles.
Pistol Power Amplifier:
SMG Power Amplifier:
Shotgun Ultralight Materials: Lowers weight of shotguns.
Batarian Gauntlet: Replaces any class heavy attack with the Batarian’s falcon punch. Looks great on a Volus.

Are you going to be getting back into some ME3 MP this week?

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Call of Duty Will Remain Successful With “Big New Innovations” and “Big Appeal,” Says Activision CEO

by David Veselka

11:53 am in News

Activision CEO Eric Hirshberg talks about the state that the billion dollar Call of Duty franchise currently finds itself in, and what the future holds for the series.

Hirshberg made head of Activision Publishing in 2010 and has, since then, overseen a consistent billion dollar launch from the Call of Duty series annually, a streak which began in 2009 when Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 hit that mark.

“So far I think we’ve found a very nice cadence with our Call of Duty community and the demand and the supply of new content is in a pretty good balance, Hirshberg stated. “The games have gotten increasingly long tails and people have shown a year-round appetite to keep playing multiplayer and for the new content that we release with DLC packs to enhance those experiences.”

We’ve been able to have success with new games as long as they have big new innovations that have a big appeal to our fans. We’ve found the right cadence.”

“Big new innovations” and “big appeal” seem to be the two key factors behind the franchise’s success, something many hardcore fans of the series might argue is too difficult to balance with a yearly release schedule (two year development cycle between studios). With such a seemingly short amount of time to work with, creative juices must flow in order to keep things fresh.

Hirshberg commented on the amount of involvement Activision has in Call of Duty’s development, saying, “we certainly have a great track record of giving our developers tremendous amounts of creative freedom to make the games they want to make.”

He added that “there’s a lot of cross-pollination between people who work at a developer like Mark Lamia, who’s the head of Treyarch. He started in our production management group at Activision. And our current head of worldwide studios is a former head of Treyarch, so there’s a lot of musical chairs in terms of the talent that contributes to our games and it’s a very good, healthy creative collaboration.”

When it comes to expanding the Call of Duty name into the Hollywood scene, Hirshberg mentioned, “we have dabbled in it, but I think that we work at it from the standpoint that is this going to make the overall franchise stronger, is this going to add creative ideas that the games can’t. Our primary business is making great games and we want to make sure that we stay close on that and don’t mess anything up in the pursuit of making movies. If we do that, it’s going to be with the right partners, and at the right time, and for the right reason.”

So, don’t expect a Call of Duty movie any time too soon.

Do you agree that “big new innovations” and “big appeal” is what keeps Call of Duty on top? Does the series have what it takes to remain successful? Sound off in the comments below!

Source: DT, Via: PE.

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Xbox LIVE Ultimate Game Sale – Up To 85% Off Call of Duty, Halo, Borderlands and Other Games

by David Veselka

11:10 am in News

Over 60 Xbox 360 Games on Demand titles are going on sale this February 26 until March 4.

According to Larry “Major Nelson” Hyrb’s blog, the “Xbox Ultimate Game Sale” will put massive savings on a different set of titles every day until March 4 – up to 75% or even 85% off.

To stay up to date on the daily sales, make sure to follow Major Nelson on Twitter.

You can expect sales on the following titles below, including every Call of Duty released on the Xbox 360, along with the Borderlands, Halo, Red Dead Redemption, Max Payne, Rainbow Six and Ghost Recon franchises, among many others.

Assassins Creed
Assassins Creed 2
Batman Arkham Asylum
Batman Arkham city
Bioshock
Borderlands
Borderlands 2
Brotherhood (Assassin’s Creed Brotherhood)
Call of Juarez
Call of Duty 2
Call of Duty 3
Call of Duty: Black Ops
Call of Duty: Black Ops 2
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
Code Veronica
Dark Messiah of Might and Magic: Elements
Dead Island
Dirt 2
Dishonored
El Shaddai Ascension of the Metatron
Fable III
Fallout 3
Fallout 3 New Vegas
GRID
Halo 3
Halo 4
Halo Reach
Halo Wars
Kane & Lynch Dead Men
Left for Dead 2
Max Payne 3
Metal Gear Solid HD
Metal Gear Solid Peacewalker
Mortal Kombat
Mortal Kombat vs. DCU
Orange Box
Portal 2
Raccoon City
Rainbow Six Vegas
Rayman Raving Rabbids
Resident Evil 4
Resident Evil 5
Resident Evil 6
Red Dead Redemption
Revelations (Assassin’s Creed Revelations)
Sid Meier’s Civilization Revolution
Street Fighter IV
Street Fighter X Tekken
Super Streetfighter IV Arcade Edition
TC’s H.A.W.X.
Tekken 6
Tekken Tag Tournament 2
The Darkness
The King of Fighters XIII
Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter
Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Advanced Warfighter 2
Tomb Raider Legend
Virtua Fighter 5
World at War (Call of Duty: World at War)

*Content availability and pricing may vary by region

Which titles are you looking forward to picking up in the coming days?

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Microsoft Expected To Reveal Next-Generation Xbox in April

by David Veselka

February 24, 2013 10:12 am in News

With the PlayStation 4 having been unveiled during a Sony press conference in New York last week, the world now awaits in anticipation for Microsoft’s response. When will we see the next Xbox?

According to CVG, we can expect our first look this April.

A number of developers and industry professionals have allegedly told CVG that microsoft will hold a conference to reveal the company’s next-generation console this April.

In addition, an interesting domain name registered by Microsoft partner Eventcore, formerly Ustechs, a company who has worked with MS on past media briefings and press conferences such as last year’s E3, was spotted by the NeoGAF community. It reads “XboxEvent.com.”

A senior Sony official also told CVG he was informed that the PlayStation meeting last week had “at first caught Microsoft off-guard.” He added, “we definitely ruffled their feathers.”

While we can look forward to an official look at the next Xbox this April, should the rumors prove true, this year’s GDC in March is also likely to reveal Microsoft’s future-tech, should the company’s engineers and developers attend.

Are you anxious to learn more about the next Xbox?

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Battlefield 4 Confirmed For Next-Gen

by David Veselka

February 22, 2013 11:02 pm in News

EA’s next-generation software is “nothing short of astonishing,” according to EA Labels President Frank Gibeau.

In a blog post addressing recent layoffs that occurred within EA as a result of the upcoming transition to next-generation software, Gibeau spoke of his excitement for the upcoming shift in gaming, in particular, Battlefield 4.

“For EA’s creative teams, this transition comes as no surprise,” Gibeau writes. “We’ve been investing and innovating on new technology for months. Console partners who have seen our early work agree, EA’s next-gen software is nothing short of astonishing. At a GameStop company meeting earlier this week, we gave 500 store managers a sneak peak at Battlefield 4. The game received a huge ovation and thousands of fans reacted to a single enthusiastic Tweet by GameStop’s CEO.”

While it may come as no surprise, Gibeau’s statements confirm Digital Illusion CE’s Battlefield 4 in development for EA’s next-generation software.

He closed his thoughts with an old saying at EA: “Transition is our friend.”

Earlier, EA confirmed that Battlefield 4 would be revealed near the end of April or early May.

Thanks, OXM.

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Jimmy Fallon Plays Killzone: Shadowfall on the PlayStation 4

by David Veselka

11:51 am in News

You saw the gameplay footage from the PlayStation event last Wednesday. Now, watch a total noob – albeit a popular one – play Killzone: Shadowfall on the recently announced PlayStation 4.

Co-founder of Guerrilla Games Herman Hulst recently demonstrated the team’s upcoming PS4-exclusive launch title, Killzone: Shadowfall, on the Late Night Show with Jimmy Fallon.

You can catch the segment below, getting a good look at the PlayStation 4 DualShock 4 controller in action. Sadly, PS4 console itself was still nowhere to be seen.

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Mass Effect 3 To Receive Final Multiplayer DLC, “Reckoning,” Along With The “Citadel” Story Expansion

by David Veselka

9:02 am in News

Update

BioWare has not confirmed Reckoning to be Mass Effect 3’s last multiplayer DLC. Mass Effect 3: Citadel will be the last story-related DLC, however.

BioWare is hard at work on not only one, but two upcoming content expansions for Mass Effect 3 on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC.

Mass Effect 3: Citadel, dropping this March 5 for $14.99 or 1200 MS points, offers a new adventure for Commander Shephard and gang as they re-visit and re-explore the iconic Citadel.

Mass Effect 3: Reckoning, on the other hand, will deliver some brand new multiplayer content for the price of absolutely free this February 26.

Reckoning brings new ways to play with three new character classes like the Geth Juggernaut, Cabal Vanguard, Talon Mercenary, Alliance Infiltration Unit, and more. Also, the new Krogan Warlord has access to a unique new weapon, the Biotic Hammer.

Additional weapons like the Geth Spitfire Assault Rifle, Venom Shotgun and Lancer Assault Rifle will also join you arsenal, as will new equipment and weapon mods like the Geth Scanner and Assault Rifle Omni-blade.

Those wanting to catch an early look at Mass Effect 3: Reckoning can keep an eye on BioWare’s live stream antTwitch TV this Monday, February 25, at 9:30am PST/6:30pm CET.

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Black Ops 2 Free on Steam This Weekend, Double XP ‘Til Monday

by David Veselka

8:43 am in News

Two reasons to play Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 this weekend: Treyarch is hosting another double XP event, and Steam users get to enjoy the game for free.

Starting today, Friday, February 22, at 10 am PST until Monday, February 25, at 10 am PST, Treyarch will be hitting the double XP switch for Black Ops 2’s multiplayer on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3, PC and Wii.

Steam users might want to head on over to the store to catch some free play time with Black Ops 2 on the PC. A special “free weekend” event is being held from now until this Sunday, February 24, at 1 am PST.

Remember, February 28 marks the day PlayStation 3 and PC users get a chance at at downloading Black Ops 2’s first DLC, Revolution. Check out our review here.

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Halo 4 Majestic Map Pack Achievements Revealed

by Joel Santana

12:52 am in News

With Halo 4‘s upcoming Majestic Map pack just within our grasps, the folks over at 343 industries have recently revealed what ten achievements you achievement hunters can look forward to once the DLC arrives for the Xbox 360 on February 25th.

Check ouf the full achievement list below and don’t forget to learn all about next week’s Majestic Map Pack playlist update here.

Majestic Map Pack Achievements

Callin’ in the Big Guns	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, call in 3 ordnance drops during the same game.	40 points
I Thrust at Thee	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, perform a melee kill right after using Thrust Pack.	20 points
Didn’t See It Comin’	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, assassinate an enemy who’s in zoom mode.	10 points
Bird of Prey	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, perform 5 ‘airsassinations’.	50 points
Bullet Sponge	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, get the ‘Close Call’ medal twice during one match.	30 points
I See You!	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, kill 5 enemies while Promethean Vision is active.	10 points
Clever Girl	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, kill 5 enemies while Active Camo is active.	10 points
Flash of Light	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, get a Double Kill or higher with one Pulse Grenade.	30 points
Last Man Grinning	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, get 4 kills using the SAW without dying.	20 points
Pigs Can Fly	In Majestic DLC matchmaking, kill 3 enemies while they are using Jet Packs.	30 points

The Majestic map pack is set to be the second of three DLC’s for the War Game’s Season Pass, which will feature three new maps, two new Majestic DLC playlists and ten new achievements all for the price of 800 Microsoft Points or 9.99 USD.

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Killzone: Shadowfall A PlayStation 4 Launch Title, New Trailer

by David Veselka

February 21, 2013 9:40 am in News

Guerrilla games confirms that their recently revealed PlayStation 4-exclusive FPS, Killzone: Shadowfall, will be a launch title for Sony’s next-generation platform.

In addition, you can also check out this brand new trailer, formally introducing the title.

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You can catch some extended (and unbelievably awesome) gameplay footage of Killzone: Shadowfall from yesterday’s PlayStation meeting where the title was first announced right here.

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