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Xbox One controller compatibility for Windows PC is nearing public release, Microsoft’s Larry Hryb has confirmed. "Soon. Very soon," Hryb said, replying on a NeoGAF thread revolving around the subject of when the necessary drivers would be made available via Windows. Microsoft previously stated in August 2013 that Windows support …
Read More »Minecraft lands on Xbox One, PS4 and Vita in August
Minecraft will arrive on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PS Vita this August, Mojang has announced. It’ll cost $20 on the new platforms, but those with who have already purchased the PS3/Xbox 360 version can upgrade to their next-gen counterpart for just $5. The upgrade program will be available for …
Read More »Samsung developing virtual reality headset – report
Galaxy mobile device maker Samsung is apparently working on its own VR headset, with the company reportedly aiming to beat both Oculus Rift and Sony’s Project Morpheus to market. Engadget reports Samsung is pushing to announce the headset in 2014, in route to the firm’s ultimate goal of having the …
Read More »Metro Redux hits PC, PS4 and Xbox One this summer
Deep Silver has officially unveiled the rumoured Metro Redux, revealing the product packs remasters of both Metro 2033 and Metro: Last Light. The whole of 4A Games’ FPS franchise will be offered as a $24.99 digital offering that packages the two remasters as separate downloads, as well as in a …
Read More »Samurai Warriors 4 western release confirmed for this fall
The latest in Tecmo Koei’s action game series Samurai Warriors 4 is getting a western release later this year, the company has announced. A post on Tecmo Koei Europe’s twitter accountwith accompanying image reveals the news, stating that the game will release on PS4, PS3, and PS Vita this fall …
Read More »Steam In-Home Streaming officially launches
Steam’s In-Home Streaming feature is out of beta and now available for all users of the PC platform, Valve has announced. In a news post on its site, Valve explains the computer-to-computer streaming component can be accessed by logging on to Steam on two computers over the same network. The …
Read More »Zenimax takes Oculus to court over trade secrets, copyright infringement
Zenimax is taking its grievances with Oculus VR to the courts, reaffirming its previous claim that it wasn’t compensated for trade secrets handed to Oculus following the departure of John Carmack. The suit was filed in federal court in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas, alleging …
Read More »Minecraft Realms launches worldwide
Mojang’s private Minecraft server subscription service Minecraft Realms is available now worldwide. The developer announced the news earlier this week on its blog, explaining that the service is now an option wherever Minecraft is available. The service launched in North America last month, adding to its growing list of region’s …
Read More »Microsoft reveals Surface Pro 3
Microsoft has unveiled the latest in its Surface tablet line, claiming the Surface Pro 3 will be the tablet that can at last completely replace your laptop. Business Insider attended Microsoft’s New York City event this week, reporting the SP3 boasts a 12-inch screen (up from the Pro 2’s 10.6-inch …
Read More »Chuck E. Cheese locations testing Oculus Rift VR experience
Family entertainment chain Chuck E. Cheese has brought in the Oculus Rift virtual reality headset for a six week test run at locations across three US markets. The hardware will be used for Chuck E. Cheese’s Virtual Ticket Blaster Experience,” an arcade-style game where players grab flying tickets which can …
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