Friday 29 April 2016



Brand new Adversary Mode In and Out launches this Tuesday May 3rd – an intense new take on Capture style team gameplay, where Attackers must try to steal all 8 packages of contraband out from under the watchful eye of well-armed Defenders.

Welcome in this new mode with a week-long Double GTA$ & RP Adversary Modes Playlist (which will feature all three In and Out maps from Tuesday through to Thursday May 5th) and special Ammu-Nation discounts.

DOUBLE GTA$ & RP ADVERSARY MODE PLAYLISTS
All week long, jump into GTA Online and take advantage of a Double GTA$ & RP Adversary Mode Playlist, with rotating modes including favorites like Hunting Pack, Hasta La Vista and more. Hit the prompt button in the GTAV launch screens to dive straight in. Make sure you're following us on TwitterInstagram and Facebook for Playlist reminders:

Friday April 29th & Saturday April 30th - Adversary Mode Playlist 1 feat. Hunting Pack, Relay & Offense Defense
Sunday May 1st & Monday May 2nd - Adversary Mode Playlist 2 feat. Hasta La Vista, Every Bullet Counts & Keep the Pace
Tuesday May 3rd through Thursday May 5th - In and Out Playlist feat. all 3 maps of In and Out

AMMU-NATION SALE
Ammu-Nation is helping you get your target practice in with cut-rate savings on various guns, explosives, mods and ammo in-store. Take a ride to any location and stock up on the following reduced items:

Grenades - 20%
Sticky Bombs - 20%
Assault Rifle Mods - 25%
Combat MG - 25%
SMG Ammo - 50%  


GET IN GEAR EARLY AT GAME

Early access and exclusives announced for Gears of War 4

GAME, the UK’s leading video games retailer, is today announcing three only at GAME High Street exclusives for the hotly anticipated Gears of War 4 from Microsoft.

Those that preorder the Gears of War 4: Ultimate Edition will get to play the game before anyone else, gaining exclusive early access on 7th October, ahead of the general standard edition release on 11th October. This edition comes with the Standard Edition, Steelbook and a Season Pass.

Gamers who want more than just the game itself will be pleased to hear that the Collector’s Edition is also available, packed with a huge range of merchandise including a premium statue of JD Fenix, exclusive Lithograph, Frag Grenade Keychain, in game bonus content and more.

For the avid gamer, the Ultimate Collector’s Edition combines both the Ultimate Edition and Collector’s Edition, with all the loot and early access in one package.

The Standard Edition is available at £49.99, the Ultimate Edition £79.99, Collector’s Edition £169.99 and Ultimate Collector’s Edition £199.99.

To purchase any of the only at GAME packages, visit your local GAME store or check out game.co.uk.

As well as trading in, those who purchase from GAME will also earn 2% back in Reward points on every transaction, which they can then use to spend on even more great games, tech and accessories in store or online.

Thursday 28 April 2016



The “Forza Motorsport 6: Apex” Open Beta Arrives 5th May on Windows 10 PCs 

A new era for the “Forza Motorsport” series begins on 5th May with the release of the open beta for “Forza Motorsport 6: Apex.” Crafted specifically for Windows 10, Apex represents the critical first step in the future of the Forza franchise as it expands into Windows 10 PCs.


Apex combines the power and performance of DirectX 12 with Turn 10’s racing expertise, the proprietary ForzaTech™ engine, and Forza’s legacy of stellar content. Most importantly, “Forza Motorsport 6: Apex” is our way to introduce Forza’s award-winning gameplay to a new audience on Windows 10 and invite a new group of gamers to develop a passion for cars and racing.

During the open beta for “Forza Motorsport 6: Apex,” players can expect to play a beautiful, high quality experience that will run on a variety of Windows 10-enabled machines. As a first-party Microsoft studio, Turn 10 is obsessed with performance in Forza games and, during the open beta for Apex, we will be working to improve the game’s performance across a diverse selection of hardware setups. As development continues, players can expect to see updates and improvements to “Forza Motorsport 6: Apex” including wheel support, the ability to disable Vsync and an in-app framerate counter.

Head over to ForzaMotorsport.net for full details on the “Forza Motorsport 6: Apex” open beta, including the new career mode, Spotlight Series, Xbox Wire achievements and Race Points system, in addition to optimal PC system requirements. 









PRODUCT INFORMATION
Forza Motorsport 6: Apex
Format: PC
Out: Spring 2016 (online)
Publisher: Microsoft

 
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PRODUCT INFORMATION
Street Fighter V
Formats: PC, PS4
Out: 16/02/2016
Publisher: Capcom

Wednesday 27 April 2016



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Last night we released additional details for The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited’s upcoming DLC game pack, Dark Brotherhood.

Dark Brotherhood will launch on May 31st for PC/Mac and June 14th for Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Dark Brotherhood is included with an active ESO Plus membership or will be available for 2,000 crowns via the ESO Crown Store.  

With the return of the Dark Brotherhood, no one in Tamriel is safe. In Dark Brotherhood, the latest DLC game pack for the award-winning The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited, join the infamous guild of assassins and return to the Gold Coast, a zone not seen since TES:IV Oblivion. Become the deadliest assassin with a new and exclusive passive skill-line, defend the Brotherhood against a mysterious foe in hours of new story content, prove your skill for homicide in new repeatable assassination quests, and more! Dripping with new content, one thing is certain in Dark Brotherhood: blood will flow.

PC Players can experience Dark Brotherhood prior to release on the ESO PTS (Public Test Server) beginning today.

Additional DLC Details:

A Covenant of Blood and Shadows
Join the merciless Dark Brotherhood of the Gold Coast, prowling in the shadows cast by the two great powers of the region. Though at the height of their power, the Dark Brotherhood faces a grave threat in the form of a mysterious black-armored warrior capable of bringing down their best agents. Venture forth for another exciting chapter of The Elder Scrolls Online as you carve a bloody swath across Tamriel in the name of the Dark Brotherhood!

Explore the Gold Coast
The westernmost region of Cyrodiil, the Gold Coast, was last seen by Elder Scrolls players in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. Come explore the cities of Anvil and Kvatch during the Interregnum, when the region is awash in intrigue and deadly conspiracies!

Murder for Profit
Sometimes the best way to deal with a troublesome person is permanent removal. As a Dark Brotherhood assassin, you'll be tasked to fill that need. From simple assassination contracts to killing sprees on the blood-soaked streets of Tamriel’s sprawling cities, carve your path into the good graces of the Dark Brotherhood. The truly skilled may engage in special missions at the behest of their dark masters and fulfill a Black Sacrament, slaying a victim named by the Night Mother herself.

New Assassins’ Passive Skills
This all-new skill line relates to murdering citizens and allowing the Shadows of Sithis to protect you from suffering consequences. Because those deaths were sanctioned by Sithis, you are the hand of the Void; you are the embodiment of death itself. The rules of Justice are for those bound by Nirn, not those who are directed by the ideals of Sithis.

Dark Brotherhood-Exclusive Rewards and ItemsEarn new items through in-game quests and browse Dark Brotherhood-themed items coming to the Crown Store soon.

Additional details can be found on the Elder Scrolls website here - http://www.elderscrollsonline.com/en-gb/news/post/2016/04/22/dark-brotherhood-launch-details


Dive into May with Upcoming Games with Gold

Games with Gold returns with four new games following our blockbuster April lineup. Xbox One will get two dedicated titles, and two Xbox 360 titles through Xbox One Backward Compatibility for completely free thanks to Games with Gold.

May brings Defense Grid 2, a tower defense gem from the folks at Hidden Path Entertainment & 505 Games – followed by the endlessly charming, Costume Quest 2 from Double Fine Productions and Majesco. On the Xbox 360, Xbox Live Gold members start the month with Codemasters’ high-speed dynamic racer: GRID 2, followed by EA’s ever-popular puzzle classic: Peggle.

As usual, all games are available only for a limited time, as part of the ongoing Games with Gold program.

  • Defense Grid 2 (£11.99 ERP): Available from May 1-31 on Xbox One - The next evolution of tower defense arrives with Defense Grid 2, bringing new additions and strategies that will force you to think and adapt on the fly. With cooperative and competitive game modes to boot, you’ll have plenty to explore in this sci-fi strategy game.

  • Costume Quest 2 (£11.99 ERP): Available from May 16-June 15 on Xbox One - Seek out candy and costumes with turn-based battles that always feel fresh, and fight against time to stop Dr. Orel White from taking over the world.

  • Peggle (£9.99 ERP): Available from May 1-15 on Xbox 360 - Spanning over 50 levels, with mystical powers, multiplayer face-offs, and loads and loads of bonus points, Peggle is pure entertainment.

  • GRID 2 (£19.99 ERP): Available from May 16-31 on Xbox 360 - With stunning visuals, tracks spanning the globe and the thrilling TrueFeel handling system, you’ll be able to race with confidence and flair.

Check out the full details on our Games with Gold program, and make sure you get in on the action while you can!

* Titles are available as free downloads for a limited time, for qualifying paid Xbox Live Gold members in all markets where Xbox Live is available. Some regions may offer different titles depending on market availability. See Major Nelson’s blog for additional details.

HITMAN: A 360 Degree Visit to Sapienza

Experience the beautiful, sun-drenched coastal town of Sapienza in gorgeous 4K 360 degree interactive video format. Stroll along the peaceful alleys, visit the local gelateria and bask in the sun on the beach. Definitely the go-to-destination for HITMAN fans this spring.  


PRODUCT INFORMATION
Hitman
Formats: PC, PS4, XO
Out: 11/03/2016
Publisher: Square Enix

PLANTS VS. ZOMBIES GARDEN WARFARE 2 INVITES YOU TO TRY THE CRAZIEST SHOOTER IN THE UNIVERSE FOR FREE

If you haven’t joined the battle for Zomburbia in Plants vs. Zombies™ Garden Warfare 2 yet - now’s your chance! Starting today until May 10, the craziest battle in the universe is free* to try for up to ten hilarious hours on Xbox One, PlayStation®4 and Origin™ for PC.

To get started for free now, download the game from Xbox MarketplacePlayStation Store, or Origin.com.

Players who wish to continue the epic battle after their trial can purchase the full game and keep all of their progress, unlocks, and achievements. EA Access** and Origin Access** members also save 10% when they purchase Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare 2 digitally.

Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare 2 drops you into an all-out battle where, for the first time in franchise history, zombies have conquered Suburbia and plants are on the attack. Experience new ways to play, including the all-new Backyard Battleground – a massive, interactive environment that connects you to every map and mode in the game. Over 100 playable characters with outrageous powers and abilities, 13 all-new maps bursting with personality and humour, and eight crazy game modes make Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare 2 the biggest, baddest, craziest battle in the universe. The battle doesn’t stop there as Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare 2 continues to offer free content updates for all players that purchase the game.

Players hungry to learn how to make the most of their ten free hours by learning unique Tips & Tricks and other cool content can visit the Plants vs. Zombies Garden Warfare 2 website.

*Persistent internet connection, EA Account and acceptance of End User License Agreement required to play.  Must be 13+ to create an EA Account. Trial ends May 10, 2016 at 18:00 BST.

**Conditions, limitations and exclusions apply. Seehttp://www.ea.com/eaaccess/en_GB.html and https://www.origin.com/en-gb/store/origin-access for details.


 

Tuesday 26 April 2016


Capcom & Numskull Street Fighter Sale Offers Up To 60% Off – With 100% Profit To GamesAid

Capcom and Numskull are pleased to announce they will be offering select items from their officially licensed Street Fighter™ range at discounts ranging from 40% to 60%, with all profits from sales of promotional items going directly to GamesAid.
Street Fighter fans will be able to pick up a bargain on Dragon Punching, Spinning Bird Kicking merchandise – and help charity at the same time.
Ian Livingstone CBE, GamesAid Trustee, said: “We are grateful to Numskull for their fantastic support with the Capcom-Numskull flash sale. The money raised through the event will be invaluable to our life-changing charities.”
Stuart Turner, Senior Marketing Director at Capcom, said: “This sale is great for our Street Fighter fans who are supportive of the iconic merchandise created by Numskull but it’s even better for GamesAid. The organisation helps disadvantaged and disabled young children throughout the UK and we are honoured to be able to contribute to their excellent work by donating all profits from this special sale to help their chosen charities.”
The sale items can be found over on Yellow Bulldog, a leading UK retailer of games merchandise and other gaming products.
Examples of the savings available include the official Street Fighter V Polo Shirt – in both black and white – discounted by 60%, available for a bargain £7.99. Those in the mood for some knockout accessories can grab the Street Fighter V Classic Key Ring, which has 40% KO’d from its price and is available at just £2.99.
The charity sale runs over the May Day bank holiday weekend from Friday, April 29, to Monday, May 2 inclusive.


WELCOME TO THE TERRIFYING ALTERNATE FICTION BEHIND 
HOMEFRONT®: THE REVOLUTION, WHERE “AMERICA HAS FALLEN”

Watch the spectacular opening cinematic to the game, and discover how 
Deep Silver Dambuster Studios re-imagined the world of Homefront

Deep Silver and Dambuster Studios today revealed the all-new backstory to Homefront®: The Revolution by releasing the opening cinematic to  the game, titled ‘America Has Fallen’. 

Watch it now on the official Homefront YouTube channel https://youtu.be/yKJ4h344sm8 
A re-imagined alternate history dating back to ashes of the Korean War documents the fall of one global superpower - and the rise of another, driven by the ruthless APEX Corporation in a world with chilling parallels to our own. 


“The core premise of Homefront – an occupation on American soil – remains unchanged, ” said Hasit Zala, Game Director at Dambuster Studios. “But we have created a brand new fiction that offers a very different interpretation of how we got there.”

The full story behind the rise of APEX is told in the gripping 2026 documentary, APEX and the Technology of Control www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fk10PzMRPmE 

And you can discover more about the world of Homefront via the in-depth Timeline at:http://history.Homefront-Game.com 

Homefront: The Revolution is scheduled for release on 17th May 2016 in North America, and 20thMay 2016 in all other territories on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft. , PlayStation 4 and Windows PC. 

Native Mac and Linux versions are also in development. 

For more information and to get the latest updates on Homefront: The Revolution, visit the official website at www.Homefront-Game.com,  follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @HomefrontGame or on Facebook at Facebook.com/HomefrontGame. 

HITMAN Episode 2: Sapienza Launches Today

Io-Interactive is delighted to announce the launch of HITMAN Episode 2: Sapienza today.

The mission titled; World of Tomorrow enlists Agent 47 to target Silvio Caruso, a brilliant but troubled bioengineer employed by the Ether Biotech Corporation who is reportedly working on a DNA-Specific virus able to infect anyone anywhere in the world. 47 must eliminate Caruso and his lab head Francesca De Santis as well as destroy the yet unfinished virus prototype.

“Sapienza is a strong contrast to the Paris fashion show, it’s the nearest thing to a small town released in a Hitman game which we haven’t done before on this scale,” said Hannes Seifert, Studio Head at Io-Interactive. “It’s great to see players having fun with the additional content we have been releasing weekly, and now with a new location I can’t wait to see what they get up to in the sunshine of Sapienza.”

Located on the Amalfi Coast, Sapienza is a beautiful, sun-drenched location full of new challenges and packed with opportunities for the creative assassin to explore. Players can wander through a maze of alleys filled with shops and apartments or explore dungeon like tunnels connecting various parts of the town. Pay respects at a mysterious cemetery, relax by the beach or visit the San Giorgio church tower for a fantastic view of the town.

HITMAN started with a Prologue and Paris location in March, Sapienza is Episode 2 and then in May Agent 47 will travel to Marrakesh. From there HITMAN will deliver regular monthly content updates, including three additional locations; Thailand, the United States and the season conclusion in Japan later in 2016.


Sapienza is FREE as part of the Full Experience Pack, for owners of the Intro Pack they can choose either the Upgrade Pack for £36.99, which will then include all of this year’s content as it’s released, and guarantees not to miss any live or bonus content or choose to purchase the location individually for £7.99.


The disc version of HITMAN will ship in January 2017.

HITMAN is available on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC.
 





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Gears of War 4: Ultimate Edition Available for Pre-Order and Season Pass Contents Detailed

Today, we’re announcing that both Standard and Ultimate Editions of Gears of War 4 are available to pre-order at the Xbox Store, Microsoft Store and GAME.

Fans who pre-order either edition of Gears of War 4 will receive the pre-order exclusive Vintage Del Gear Pack featuring a Vintage Del character model, emblem, two Vintage weapon skins and a special Vintage Del bounty as an added bonus.

Available both digitally and at retail, Gears of War 4: Ultimate Edition (£79.99 GBP ERP) is the best way for Gears fans to get the complete Gears of War 4 experience, and the only way to join the action early when the game launches in October.

Gears of War 4: Ultimate Edition includes:
·         Gears of War 4 (£49.99 GBP value)
·         Gears of War 4 Season Pass (£39.99 GBP value)
o   Includes exclusive Vintage VIP Pack featuring Vintage JD and two Vintage weapon skins, permanent access to 24 additional DLC maps (two per month for a year) for private play on dedicated servers, an exclusive Developer Playlist that grants access to new maps, modes, and features that can be tested prior to broad release and six Gear Packs (which unlock character and weapon skins, emblems, equipment and boosts)
·         A limited edition SteelBook®
·         Early Access to Gears of War 4 on Friday, Oct. 7, 2016, four days before it launches Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2016 for all consumers worldwide.

For more on Gears of War 4, visit GearsofWar.com.

Friday 22 April 2016


Gears of War 4 Multiplayer Trailer Sets the Stage for Fan Festivities and eSports Finale at PAX East
This coming Monday, 25th April, the “Gears of War 4” Versus Multiplayer Beta will open up to all Xbox Live Gold members. To get fans ready for the fight, Xbox and The Coalition released a brand-new trailer today showcasing highlights from Gears of War 4's Versus Multiplayer mode, including an incredible range of new weapons such as the Buzzkill and Dropshot, which can shoot around and over cover; new abilities like yank and vault kick, part of the new close-cover combat system; and brutal new executions, all running at 60 fps.  

The trailer is set to the brand-new track "Nobody Speak" from DJ Shadow feat. El-P and Killer Mike from the hip-hop super group, Run the Jewels. "Nobody Speak" debuted last weekend during Run the Jewels set at Coachella and is the second time that Xbox has joined up with Killer Mike following last year's announcement of “Gears of War Ultimate Edition.” "Nobody Speak" is DJ Shadow's first new song since 2011 and will appear on his upcoming album, The Mountain Will Fall, out 24th June from Mass Appeal records.




Escalation Reveal and Season 2 Finals at PAX East
“Gears” fans looking to get their fix of even more Versus Multiplayer news can also Tune in tomorrow for the “Gears” eSports ESL Pro League Season 2 Grand Finals! Denial, DreamTeam, EnVyUs, and Notorious will battle it out for $60,000 in front of a live crowd at PAX East in Boston.

Fans also won’t want to miss the exclusive worldwide reveal of Escalation, the new competitive game mode for “Gears of War 4,” with 10 pro players facing off in the first “Gears of War 4” show match. Watch live tomorrow at 4:00pm BST onwww.twitch.tv/GearsofWar for “Gears” gameplay, digital weapon skins, and rare giveaways.

“Gears of War 4” at PAX East
“Gears” fans attending PAX East will also have the opportunity to learn more about “Gears of War 4” Versus Multiplayer during the Out of the Shadows: Inside Gears of War Multiplayer with The Coalition panel on Sunday, 24th April, which will be live streamed on the Gears of War Twitch channel at 6.30pm BST.

PRODUCT INFORMATION
Gears of War 4
Format: XO
Out: TBA
Publisher: Microsoft
Developer: Epic Games