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CEO Mark Zuckerberg doesn’t want consumers to fork out too much on an Oculus Rift. Facebook has pledged to lower the cost of Oculus Rift in an effort to build a larger user base for the anticipated device. Zuckerberg likens the social firm’s strategy to that of Google’s Nexus range, …
Read More »XBOX: Phantom Dust returns as Xbox One exclusive
Original Xbox IP Phantom Dust is staging a comeback on Xbox One. A first-party Microsoft title, Phantom Dust made its debut on the original Xbox in 2004. It launched only in Japan and North America. It’s a pseudo-card-based strategy title that relies heavily on mental and reflex skill. Players must …
Read More »VIDEO: Konami teases PES 2015
As sure as night follows day, Konami has dropped the first hint at PES 2015 is on the way. The trailer below gives little away beyond the game’s existence. A full reveal is promised for June 25th. I can’t say certain things about PES 2015, but we are ready to …
Read More »Forza 5 getting the ‘Racing Game of the Year’ treatment next month
Microsoft has unveiled a new version of Xbox One racer Forza 5. IGN reports that Forza Motorsport 5: Racing Game of the Year will be released in the US on July 22nd. That probably means July 25th in the UK. It will cost 50. The SKU includes an additional 18 …
Read More »NBA Live 15 heading to Xbox One and PS4
EA’s basketball series is the latest release added to an already busy October for games retailers. NBA Live 15 will launch on PS4 and Xbox One on October 7th. It’s also the same day that 2K Games’ NBA 2K15 is dated to launch. The announcement was made by executive producer …
Read More »The Witcher board game coming to PC
The Witcher Adventure Game is headed to PC and Mac later this year, developer CD Projekt announced at an event last night. The studio is launching a closed beta for the digital board game. Those interested in taking part can sign up on GOG’s new Galaxy service. The beta is …
Read More »GAME arrives on the London Stock Exchange
UPDATE:GAME has contacted MCV with two points of clarification: 1. Elliot Advisors’ current share isn’t 99 per cent – it is 60 per cent. 35.5 per cent is now accounted for by the free float and 3 per cent for management/staff. 2. Elliot Advisors has already received the windfall payment, …
Read More »Sony details Vita Action Mega Pack bundle
A new Vita bundle has been confirmed for PAL territories including the UK. The Action Mega Pack SKU includes five games – Injustice: Gods Among Us – Ultimate Edition, Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate, PlayStation Allstars: Battle Royale, God of War: Chain of Olympus and Killzone: Liberation. It is available as …
Read More »VIDEO: Quantum Break dated for 2015
Remedy has revealed that Xbox One exclusive Quantum Break will be released in 2015. Furthermore, the studio’s Sam Lake has confirmed that a full reveal for the game will take place at Gamescom in August. Aside from the time-bending gameplay, the real meat of the game will be understanding how …
Read More ȣ2399.99 GTX Titan Z arrives at UK retail
If you have a lot of money and really, really need the absolute best GPU available, today is your lucky day. Nvidia has announced that the GTX Titan Z is now available in the UK. The price? You’re not going to like this – it’s around 2399.99, give or take …
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