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New Nintendo Direct Coming This Week

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November 11, 2015

It’s been a while but Nintendo Directs are back! This new Direct will air on Nintendo‘s various social media channels and official web pages on November 12th at 2PM PT in North America which translates to 9 AM Friday morning for us Australians.

Nintendo is promising exciting news for Wii U and 3DS owners but are being tight lipped beyond that. Popular expected titles to be discussed include Star Fox Zero, Zelda Wii U, Paper Mario Bros. Jam, Twilight Princess HD and the results of the Smash Bros. Ballot. This will be the first Nintendo Direct since the death of popular Nintendo figure head Satoru Iwata, who was the one originally responsible for creating the information segments.

ADVENTURE TIME: FINN AND JAKE INVESTIGATIONS available today

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Philip Federico

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November 11, 2015

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ADVENTURE TIME: FINN AND JAKE INVESTIGATIONS available today

All-new, fully-3D adventure time video game is now available!

Lyon, FRANCE – November 6^th, 2015– Little Orbit and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe today announced the all-new, real-time, fully 3D action-oriented adventure game Adventure Time: Finn and Jake Investigations is now available on Xbox One®, PlayStation® 4, And Nintendo Wii U™, Xbox 360®, PlayStation® 3 and Nintendo 3DS™ at both traditional and online retailers.

Developed by Vicious Cycle and based on the hit Cartoon Network original series, Adventure Time: Finn and Jake Investigations is first and foremost an adventure game, but it is one that also features combat. Players will be able to dive right into both kinds of gameplay within each section of the game! With an action-oriented twist on the classic story-driven game, players must find and use objects (including Jake), and interact with characters in order to solve puzzles and progress through the game. Play as Finn (with Jake at your side) and be immersed in the Land of Ooo, talk to new and familiar inhabitants, battle evildoers, and unravel mind-bending puzzles in five playable chapters. Through this one of a kind experience, players will feel as if they’ve stepped into their own personal episode of Adventure Time!

For the first time ever, bonus downloadable content will be available in an Adventure Time console game in the form of an adventure featuring Finn and Jake’s friend Marceline the Vampire Queen. Just like the five chapters built into the game, this additional chapter plays out like an episode of the series, with players taking on the persona and vampire abilities of Marceline. In this original adventure, Finn and Jake discover that Marceline sold all of the magical but potentially dangerous artifacts they have collected in a Yard Sale. Help Marceline and our heroes retrieve all the artifacts before chaos and calamity take over the Land of Ooo! The Marceline DLC will be available now

Let’s take a look at the Tree House! It all begins at Finn and Jake’s Tree House, which serves as the central hub of the game. Investigators are invited to make their way inside and begin each of their adventures in the easy-to-explore tree house complete with multiple rooms, each stocked with cool interactive items from the show. For the first time, Adventure Time fans can explore every single room in glorious 3D detail. From the front yard, to the treasure room (where players will collect their loot), the kitchen, bedrooms, living room, attic and more, players will be able to interact with their favorite characters from the show and explore like never before.

My Kingdom for a… great view in 3D! With likenesses incredibly true to the series, Adventure Time: Finn and Jake Investigations will allow players to see as much as they can of the Land of Ooo and its kingdoms in a way never before seen. Each chapter of the game will take players to more kingdoms and give them an opportunity to visit key locations in each unique kingdom. From the Candy Kingdom (loaded with all kinds of lush sweets) to the Ice Kingdom (filed with pointy, snow-capped mountains and snowy hills) and Wizard City (a magical settlement with a marketplace!) to Maja’s (the sky witch’s) Forest, they are all there in gorgeous 3D.

Additionally, secret un-lockable bonus locations are scattered throughout the game and will include spooky forests and subterranean dungeons.

Click here to watch the official Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfyPNz0QYLM

If you would like a review key for this game, please respond to this email

More information on:

Little Orbit Twitter: @littleorbit
Little Orbit on Facebook: /LittleOrbitGames
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe Website
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe Twitter: @BandaiNamcoEU
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe Facebook: /BandaiNamcoEU

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About Little Orbit: Little Orbit is a worldwide video game publisher formed in January 2010 with a focus on AAA licensed-based entertainment products. The company’s emphasis is on working with popular creators to extend their vision into games through transmedia storytelling and engaging content for all gaming platforms.

Little Orbit has a unique history assisting major entertainment companies to leverage their brands through emerging game channels to help grow and engage consumers. Founded by industry veterans and key development, sales and marketing personnel, Little Orbit is focused on three primary channels of distribution including traditional game retail, non-traditional retail channels, and digital download over the various platform networks.

www.littleorbit.com

About Cartoon Network Enterprises:

Cartoon Network Enterprises (CNE) is responsible for building consumer products and merchandising programs for a wide range of brands by securing and supporting long-term licensing partnerships across all categories. As the global branding and merchandising arm of Cartoon Network and Adult Swim, the division manages the consumer product programs for the networks’ award-winning original programming, brands and characters including Ben 10, Adventure Time, Regular Show, The Amazing World of Gumball, The Powerpuff Girls, Adult Swim and more. CNE also serves as the exclusive global licensing agent for LazyTown Entertainment.Cartoon Network (CartoonNetwork.com) is Turner Broadcasting System, Inc.’s #1 ad-supported cable network with kids 6-11 in the U.S., with a global offering of the best in award-winning animated entertainment for kids and families across multiple platforms. Available in 192 countries and over 370 million homes, Cartoon Network takes its responsibilities to its audience seriously by embracing key social issues affecting families with initiatives such as Stop Bullying: Speak Up.

Turner Broadcasting System, Inc., a Time Warner company, creates and programs branded news, entertainment, animation and young adult media environments on television and other platforms for consumers around the world.

About BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S.

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S., part of BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc., is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive content for platforms including all major video game consoles and PC, with marketing and sales operations in 50 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Australasia. The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises, including PAC-MAN™, Tekken™, SOULCALIBUR™, NARUTO™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, Dragon Ball®, GALAGA™, RIDGE RACER™ and ACE COMBAT™.

FINAL FANTASY XIV PATCH 3.1 – AS GOES LIGHT, SO GOES DARKNESS AVAILABLE NOW!

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Philip Federico

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November 11, 2015

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FINAL FANTASY XIV PATCH 3.1 – AS GOES LIGHT, SO GOES DARKNESS AVAILABLE NOW!

FINAL FANTASY XI In-game Collaboration Event Begins 11^th November

SYDNEY, 11^th November 2015 – Square Enix Ltd., today releases its FINAL FANTASY® XIV: Heavensward™ content update Patch 3.1 – As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness. The update offers new and exciting additions to the highly acclaimed Heavensward expansion, and continues the main scenario, following the nation of Ishgard In the wake of the Warrior of Light’s return from Azys Lla.

Following rumours among the sky pirates, adventurers will battle on a haunted vessel in the brand new 24-player alliance raid “Void Ark”, and travel to far-off islands via airship in new exploratory missions to unearth rare gear and items.

The launch of Patch 3.1 – As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness also introduces an all-new real-time strategy (“RTS”) attraction, “Lord of Verminion,” at the Manderville Gold Saucer. There, players will be able to use their minions to battle against other players in a 1v1 setting. The patch also includes two new high-level dungeons, Saint Mocianne’s Arboretum and Pharos Sirius (Hard), Vanu Vanu beast tribe quests, new side story quests and much more. The full Patch 3.1 notes can be found at: http://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/topics/detail/903444f2b2789767bba60554a1ad32e90623d123

To watch the official Patch 3.1 – As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness trailer, visit: https://youtu.be/SJXDegut2Yg

In addition, SQUARE ENIX also announced a FINAL FANTASY XI in-game event, scheduled to begin on 11^th November to 31^st December. In celebration of the final chapter to the Rhapsodies of Vana’diel storyline in FINAL FANTASY XI, which also released today, Iroha, the star of the recent Rhapsodies of Vana’diel storyline, will be visiting FINAL FANTASY XIV in a special collaboration event. Adventurers will be able to participate in event quests to obtain exclusive in-game items, including Iroha’s outfit. For more information visit; http://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/special/2015/The_Maidens_Rhapsody/

With the recent launch of the first FINAL FANTASY XIV European Data Centre and a whole host of new and exciting content in Patch 3.1 – As Goes Light, So Goes Darkness – there is no better time for new players to begin their adventure in Eorzea!

Recently surpassing 5 million registered accounts globally, FINAL FANTASY XIV: HEAVENSWARD is available now on the PlayStation®3 system, PlayStation®4 system and on Windows PC. For newcomers, an all-in-one bundle including both the award-winning FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn and FINAL FANTASY XIV: Heavensward is also available now. A free 30-day trial is included for new accounts, with monthly subscriptions starting at $19.95. Those who have not yet had the chance to try FINAL FANTASY XIV Online can do so by downloading the 14 day free trial for PC here; http://www.ffxiv-freetrial.com/en/ or, for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 directly from the PlayStation Network.

Related Links

HEAVENSWARD Official Website: http://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/heavensward/

The Lodestone: http://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/

Official Website: www.finalfantasyxiv.com

Official Promo Site: eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/pr/

Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FinalFantasyXIV

Official YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/FINALFANTASYXIV

Official Twitter: @FF_XIV_EN

Driveclub Bikes Review

Dustin Spencer

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November 11, 2015

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Driveclub Bikes
Developer: Evolution Studios
Publisher: Sony Computer Entertainment
Platforms: Playstation 4 (Reviewed)
Release Date: October 27, 2015
Price: $14.99 (Add-on) /$19.99 (Standalone) USD – Available Here

Overview
Driveclub is the posterchild for this generation when it comes to an ugly duckling turning into a beautiful swan post-release. We have seen a lot of half-assed releases come out from AAA studios and not get any type of polish other than a small patch and a pat on the back to the consumer. Well, Evolution are not like the rest as they truly have put a ton of excellent work into Driveclub and did a 360, while earning the respect of its fanbase in the process. Driveclub Bikes is an expansion or even a standalone product for some that has hit the Playstation 4 to give back to the loyal lovers of the new racer that has already pushed its way ahead of Gran Turismo. Are some bikes enough to warrant a look, or should you let this release roll by? Let’s find out.

Gameplay
I have always loved racers featuring motorbikes since I was a kid. There is something extra you get with these titles such as a sense of speed that cars and other vehicles don’t offer, with a trade off of risky handling for the more exhilarating ride. That was the first thing I noticed during my time with Driveclub Bikes however, as there isn’t a trade-off and you can have the fun while still having a game that handles like a champion under all conditions. Sure, I slid into a wall a few times while getting used to the new ride, but there really isn’t a punishment for that, but instead a “go get em again, sport” approach that keeps the focus on keeping races fluid and non-stop. There are 12 new bikes in all and a new tour to take them on. While I do think that is a limited number of vehicles for any release – considering we are getting a whole new way to play a game in what is mainly an expansion, I would say that is still quite generous for the asking price for the most part.

Driveclub always felt like an accessible racing sim as it kind of rides the line between the arcade fare that many look for and the realism that the more hardcore fans of the genre crave. Bikes is really no different, as it has a lot of accessibility for newcomers but still feels very much like the real thing. The first race I had I was ready to take off, but the controls quickly gave me a swift kick in the ass as I plummeted towards a wall. As I mentioned, the game doesn’t rub it in or punish the player – but instead place them right back into their position. It is easy to pick up speeds again as well, so while one mistake may cost you first near the end of a final lap, one can catch up most of the time after having a hiccup. Yes, this title takes time to get down but the controls are simple – its just the handling that definitely has a curve.

If you have never played Drive Club and just get this title as a standalone product – you are in for a game that feels like a large piece by itself as nearly all of the modes come accessible, with features from the main game being included in this condensed version. Online is a blast and racing ghosts is of course one of the more polished features, but those who have already been through this excitement before will probably be more interested in the new tour which is a nice breath of fresh air. Personally, getting to do some customization and go through the work of forming clubs all over again got me hooked, so this title is definitely more than a new set of wheels on all fronts.

Visuals
It is hard to describe how beautiful Driveclub Bikes truly is. Sure, Driveclub is pretty, but on the open road in the rain or during a sunset, the game unleashes a whole new perspective of stunning as you buzz through various tracks. The bikes themselves look great as well, capturing the reflection of light and sparkling as the sun hits your shiny paintjob or window. We get to see more of the man behind the wheel as well, and Evolution did a fine job of crafting models to land in the driver’s seat, as from the roads to the fauna and even the human figure, you really can’t argue with the visual work going on whatsoever.

Audio
The audio is about what you would expect. I can’t say that the little soundtrack in Driveclub ever made me go “wow! I will remember that”, but its a racing game and the main thing I actually try to listen for is the authenticity of the motors and vehicular sounds. On that end, Driveclub nails everything one would want and more as these superbikes sound great, even if there isn’t a lot of other flare in that category.

Overall
Driveclub Bikes is not just an expansion or standalone experience, but a victory lap for a game that went through a lot of issues and managed to get back on track. The gameplay is polished and smooth and though the amount of contents can be either limited or filling depending on the user, I feel like the offerings are just right for the price-tag in either a expansion or standalone purchase. This is the way you do DLC for a racer, and while Evolution surprised us with Driveclub Bikes existence, they still managed to make it a welcome addition to the new frontrunner of the genre.

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Aniplex USA Reveals ‘Fate/stay night: [Unlimited Blade Works]’ Season 2 Release Details

K. Roberts

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November 11, 2015

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Aniplex USA Reveals ‘Fate/stay night: [Unlimited Blade Works]’ Season 2 Release Details

Aniplex USA has just revealed their upcoming standard edition DVD and limited edition Blu-ray releases of the second season of Fate/stay night: [Unlimited Blade Works]. Pre-orders are now open for both editions for fans in the Americas. Season 2 will be released on February 16, 2016.

Both editions will feature the second season with Japanese and English audio and English and Spanish subtitles. The regular textless opening and ending animation, as well as the textless ending animations for episodes 15 and 25, will be included as on-disc extras with both editions. The limited edition release will also feature the trailer, TV spot, commercial and preview video collections and the OVA episode “Sunny Day”. Physical bonuses with the limited edition will include Original Soundtrack II, a 24-page booklet and an exclusive Weiss Schwarz collectible PR card.

Aniplex USA describes the series as follows:

Fuyuki City will be changed forever following the events that will come to be known as the Fifth Holy Grail War. With the Masters and Servants slowly revealing themselves and their intentions, the stage is set for the grand finale, and at the center of it all is Shirou Emiya and Rin Tohsaka.
The Holy Grail War continues, with each Master and Servant duo making their move for the omnipotent wish granter. Caster’s plans have been set in motion, beginning with taking Saber captive while Rin and Archer go their separate ways to continue their fights on their own. Without Saber’s aid, Shirou’s principles are put to the ultimate test. With many battles to come with expected and unexpected enemies, Shirou’s resolve begins to take form. Is his desire to protect people and become a hero, genuine? Or are they simply borrowed feelings? And will it be enough to carry him to the end?

The limited edition release has a suggested retail price of $219.98 USD but can be pre-ordered from Right Stuf for $179.98 USD here. The regular edition release has a suggested retail price of $99.98 USD but can be pre-ordered for $79.98 USD here.

Madman Delays Their ‘Tokyo Ghoul’ Season 1 Limited Edition Release

K. Roberts

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November 11, 2015

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Madman Delays Their ‘Tokyo Ghoul’ Season 1 Limited Edition Release

Madman Entertainment announced earlier this week that they have had to delay their limited edition release of Tokyo Ghoul season 1 from November 18 to December 2, 2015. This delay is due to production issues with the limited edition box. The regular edition DVD and Blu-ray releases will still be released on November 18.

The limited edition release will come with a 56-page art book, a fabric banner, four post cards and the DVD and Blu-ray versions of the first season. All of this will be housed in a lift top box. It can be pre-ordered here. The regular edition DVD release can be pre-ordered here and the regular edition Blu-ray release can be pre-ordered here.

Nozomi Entertainment Announces the ‘Pita-Ten’ Release Date and Acquisition of ‘Magic User’s Club’

K. Roberts

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November 11, 2015

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Nozomi Entertainment Announces the ‘Pita-Ten’ Release Date and Acquisition of ‘Magic User’s Club’

At their panel at Anime Nebraskon, Nozomi Entertainment announced their acquisition of the Magic User’s Club anime series and the release date of their DVD release of Pita-Ten.

Magic User’s Club began as a 6-episode OVA in 1996. This was followed three years later by a 13-episode television series. It “tells the story of robotic alien invaders and a group of teenage witches that rise up to defend Earth.” It is directed by Junichi Sato and was animated by Triangle Staff and Madhouse. The complete series will be released with Japanese audio, English audio, English subtitles and English on-screen translations in the spring of 2016.

Pita-Ten will be released on February 2, 2016 and will be available for pre-order from January 5, 2016. It has a suggested retail price of $49.99 USD and will include all 26 episodes across five discs with Japanese 2.0 audio and English subtitles. On-disc extras will include the textless opening and ending animation, commercials, an event promo and liner notes. Right Stuf describes the series as follows:

When your neighbor’s an angel-in-training, there’s no telling what could happen!
Kotarou used to spend most of his time alone, but when the apprentice angel Misha moves in next door, his life is thrown into chaos. Misha immediately clings to Kotarou, but since she doesn’t know much about life on Earth, her “divine intervention” is anything but helpful. She constantly breaks things, gets into trouble, and causes all sorts of misunderstandings.
Now, Kotarou finds himself in one weird situation after another. Where will he end up next? The accidental lead in a school play? Literally glued to his friends? The victim of a voodoo doll? Who knows, but at least he won’t be bored!

The Pita-Ten anime is based on Koge-Donbo’s manga series. Toshifumi Kawase and Yuzo Sato directed the adaptation. Madhouse handled the animation production.

Create Your Own Games with Disney, Star Wars & Code.Org

Andrew Day

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November 11, 2015

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Create Your Own Games with Disney, Star Wars & Code.Org

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own video game? Well now thanks to Code.org, Disney and Star Wars, you can! The partnership helps kick off the annual Hour of Code and the annual Computer Science Education Week this December.

Those that sign up will be able to use classic Star Wars characters like Leia, R2-D2, C3PO and newcomers Rey and BB-8 to create awesome challenges and games for their smart phone (which they can later share with their friends and family).

In addition to the lesson, role models and technologists, including Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy, Rachel Rose, a Senior R&D engineer working on Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and Charita Carter, Senior Creative Producer at Walt Disney Imagineering, have provided short video lectures to help students through the one-hour activity. Not only that, but the tutorials are friendly for people of all ages, so there is no reason to not join in the fun and festivities.

Plus, if Star Wars isn’t your thing then you can use the Infinity Play Lab, which uses Disney Infinity characters like Hiro and Baymax to help create their own stories and games.

To check out the tutorial and make your very own Star Wars game; click here

To sign up to this year’s Hour of Code event; click here

KOEI TECMO DETAILS LEADING CHARACTERS IN UPCOMING RPG FROM GUST, NIGHTS OF AZURE

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Philip Federico

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November 11, 2015

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KOEI TECMO DETAILS LEADING CHARACTERS IN UPCOMING RPG FROM GUST, NIGHTS OF AZURE

BURLINGAME, Calif. – November 10, 2015 – KOEI TECMO America released today new information and assets that highlight the protagonists of Nights of Azure, the brand new IP from GUST studios known in Japan as Yoru no Nai Kuni. Nights of Azure is currently in development for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and will release on March 29, 2016 across North America.

The game is set on the imaginary island-kingdom of Ruswal, where nights are plagued by Azure-blooded demons. Although it is dangerous for humans to leave their homes after dark, the brave knights known as the Curia are trained to fend off the ever growing threat.

Among them is Arnice, a warrior of great skill and the protagonist of Nights of Azure. While she’s skilled with a blade, her talents aren’t just a product of her training. Arnice has some demon blood herself and is actually the only human that has managed to touch azure blood and survive! This event hasn’t left her unscathed and its thrilling implications become apparent quite early on; among others, it allows her access to a set of impressive abilities including the power to summon monsters to her aid in battle.

KOEI TECMO also released images on the first of a row of very interesting supporting character: Lilysse. Lilysse is a chosen saint whose fate is inextricably intertwined with the outcome of the game, and Arnice’s best friend. Their friendship is one of the most vital storytelling elements of this title, and the ending of the game will be greatly affected by how players choose to incorporate it in key decisions.

For more news and information on Nights of Azure, Like KOEI TECMO America on Facebook at www.facebook.com/koeitecmous, and become part of the #KTfamily by following KOEI TECMO America on Twitter at @KoeiTecmoUS.

About Nights of Azure

Under the direction of Keisuke Kikuchi (Fatal Frame, Deception IV), Nights of Azure marks a new, darker direction for GUST while maintaining many of the gameplay elements adored by dedicated fans of the studio. Nights of Azure is a tragic tale of two friends faced with impossible decisions that will test their loyalty to their quest and to each other.

In the kingdom of Ruswal, very few people leave their homes after nightfall, let alone have the strength and skill to take on the powerful monsters that plague the island. One of the best among these brave few is the protagonist, Arnice, a knight of great skill and power, who is assisted by her friend and priestess Lilysse in a quest to rid the land of demons. However, they soon find out that the solution to the island’s problems might not be as simple as defeating enemies in battle.

ABOUT KOEI TECMO AMERICA CORP.

KOEI TECMO AMERICA CORP. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Burlingame, California. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI is best known for its Dynasty Warriors® and Samurai Warriors® franchises. TECMO is best known for the Dead or Alive®, Ninja Gaiden®, Tecmo Bowl®, and Fatal Frame® series.

New Star Wars Battlefront Live Action Trailer Released

Travis Bruno

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November 10, 2015

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New Star Wars Battlefront Live Action Trailer Released

With Star Wars Battlefront set to be released in exactly a week EA and DICE have started ramping up their promotion for the game and what better way to do that than to show how their players will be disappearing from the outside world once the game releases, since they’ll all be in the game instead. As such a live action trailer featuring a bit of gameplay footage has been released and you can check it out below.

Also if you happen to be a real die-hard fan and want to make sure that your experience on the PlayStation 4 version of the game is something special, well then you can also pick up a Darth Vader inspired Dualshock 4 controller that will be released on November 19th. In Australia this controller will cost $99.95.