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Behind the Scenes at Paradox

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In a move which will no doubt gain them a lot of prestige points, a new documentary examining the origins of Paradox Development Studio has been released. The short video shines a light on the development behind the studios iconic titles including the grand strategy Crusader Kings and Europa Universalis franchises. In a series of face-to-camera interviews with Studio Head Johan Andersson and a number of his producers and project leads, we get a glimpse into the goings-on behind the award-winning games.

The video goes into the boardgame origins of Europa Universalis and examines the design philosophies that the project leads had in each of the iconic Paradox games. It’s an interesting foray into the history of these historically inspired games and I quite enjoyed the commentary detailing how each installment in each series developed further upon the central philosophy of the game.

Feel free to have a watch of the video, and give us your opinion on the works of Paradox.

CSI: Hidden Crimes By Ubisoft

CSI: Hidden Crimes

CSI: Hidden Crimes By Ubisoft

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This app is designed for both iPhone and iPad
  • Free
  • Category: Games
  • Released: 30 April 2014
  • Version: 1.5.1
  • Size: 95.1 MB
  • Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish
  • Developer: Ubisoft
Rated 12+ for the following:

  • Infrequent/Mild Alcohol, Tobacco, or Drug Use or References
  • Infrequent/Mild Mature/Suggestive Themes
  • Infrequent/Mild Profanity or Crude Humor
  • Frequent/Intense Cartoon or Fantasy Violence
  • Infrequent/Mild Realistic Violence

Compatibility: Requires iOS 5.1 or later. Compatible with iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPad 2 Wi-Fi, iPad 2 Wi-Fi + 3G, iPad Wi-Fi (3rd generation), iPad Wi-Fi + Cellular (3rd generation), iPad Wi-Fi (4th generation), iPad Wi-Fi + Cellular (4th generation), iPad mini Wi-Fi, iPad mini Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad Air, iPad Air Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPad mini with Retina display, iPad mini with Retina display Wi-Fi + Cellular, iPod touch (4th generation), and iPod touch (5th generation). This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

Description

Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas! You are now D.B. Russell’s most promising CSI.
See past the glam of Sin City to find clues, analyze evidence & solve thrilling cases!

CSI: Hidden Crimes is a Hidden Object Game where you’ll find the atmosphere of the world famous TV show at the tip of your fingers. Team up with the CSI: Crime Scene Investigation crew to fight crime in Las Vegas!

• FREE TO PLAY HIDDEN OBJECTS GAME •
Discover & explore a crime scene, process it to find clues, analyze them – use your brain to patch it all together and get one more criminal off the streets of Las Vegas. Logic & observation will be your key talents!

• A REAL TV SHOW EXPERIENCE •
CSI: Hidden Crimes is written by CSI: Crime Scene Investigation writer Jack Gutowitz.
Feel the excitement of being on a case, find glory in unlocking a game-changing situation, team up with friends to progress faster in game and put murderers behind the bars. But watch out, as with any episode, the unpredictable can always happen!

• STAY ON THE CASE •
CSI: Hidden Crimes brings you new episodes regularly & is accessible on iPad, iPhone & iPod touch. Play whenever you want, wherever you need!

About the franchise:
“CSI: Hidden Crimes” is based on “CSI: Crime Scene Investigation” which is a three time winner of the Best Television Drama Series awarded by the Festival de Television de Monte-Carlo, and was named the most watched show in the world for the 5th time in 2012.

Game available in: English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Korean & Chinese.

Like the game http://facebook.com/CSIHiddenCrimes
Follow us on Twitter @CSIHiddenCrimes

Play more at http://appstore.com/ubisoft
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Facebook http://facebook.com/UbisoftMobileGames
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CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION, HIDDEN CRIMES AVAILABLE TODAY ON SMARTPHONES AND TABLETS

CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION, HIDDEN CRIMES AVAILABLE TODAY ON SMARTPHONES AND TABLETS

LAUNCH TRAILER DOWNLOAD LINK: http://static17.cdn.ubi.com/videos/prlinks/uk/CSI_Hidden_Crimes_Launch_Trailer_29020_UK.zip

LAUNCH TRAILER YOUTUBE LINK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rAPEpQ6nwM

London, UK – May 1st, 2014 – Today, Ubisoft announced that CSI: Hidden Crimes™ is now available for free in the App Store and the Play Store. Developed by Ubisoft Abu Dhabi, CSI: Hidden Crimes™ is a case-solving hidden object game set in the world of CBS Television’s hit TV show CSI: Crime Scene Investigation.

The hidden object game features cases written by CSI: Crime Scene Investigation writer Jack Gutowitz. Players take on the role of a new detective in CSI: Crime Scene Investigation’s crew to help fight crime in Las Vegas with everything needed to solve a crime right at the players’ fingertips. Players will be able to scour the crime scenes of Las Vegas, piece together clues, and analyze them to help solve the murders and bring justice to the victims.

Eight episodes are available at launch, with many more to be unlocked. Connect with friends to unlock levels and progress further into the game.

Key Features:

  • Free-to-Play Hidden Object Game

Discover & explore a crime scene, process it to find clues, analyse them – use your brain to patch it all together and get one more criminal off the streets of Las Vegas. Logic & observation will be your key allies!

  • Based on the Hit TV Show

Feel the excitement of being on a case, find glory in unlocking a game-changing situation, team up with friends to progress faster in the game and put murderers behind bars. But watch out, as with any episode, the unpredictable can always happen!

  • Stay On the Case

CSI: Hidden Crimes™ brings you new cases regularly & is accessible on your smartphones & tablets. Play whenever you want, wherever you need! 

CSI: Hidden Crimes™ is available now to download for free on the App Store and the Play Store with the option of playing with friends via Facebook Connect. 

For more information about CSI: Hidden Crimes, including upcoming episode delivery, please see: https://www.facebook.com/csihiddencrimes 

Download the game from the App Store here

Download the game from Google Play here

For the latest news on Ubisoft collectible merchandise, please visit and like the page www.facebook.com/ubicollectibles.

About the franchise

CSI: Hidden Crimes™ is based on CSI: Crime Scene Investigation CBS Television’s fast-paced drama about a team of forensic investigators trained to solve crimes by examining the evidence.  They are on the case 24/7, scouring the scene, collecting the irrefutable evidence and finding the missing pieces that will solve the mystery. CSI: Crime Scene Investigation is a three time winner of the Best Television Drama Series awarded by the Festival de Television de Monte-Carlo, and was named the most watched show in the world for the 5th time in 2012. 

About Ubisoft:

Ubisoft is a leading creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and services, with a rich portfolio of world-renowned brands, including Assassin’s Creed, Just Dance, Tom Clancy’s video game series, Rayman and Far Cry. The teams throughout Ubisoft’s worldwide network of studios and business offices are committed to delivering original and memorable gaming experiences across all popular platforms, including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs. For the 2012-13 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated sales of €1,256 million. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoftgroup.com.

© 2014 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the U.S. and/or other countries. 

CSI: CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION in USA is a trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. and outside USA is a trademark of Daltrey Funding LP. CBS and the CBS Eye Design TM CBS Broadcasting Inc.  ©2000 – 2014 CBS Broadcasting Inc. and Daltrey Funding LP. All Rights Reserved.

 

PS4 Enhances Social Features and Gameplay in Newest Update

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HDCP isn’t in it

Sony’s latest improvement to the PS4 software (the 1.70 update) delivers a slew of new features that expand social connectivity options and make it easier for gamers to share their gaming experiences. Additionally, the PS Vita has also been updated in order to improve compatibility with the PS4 through the enabling of Automatic Device Registration, making it easier to connect the devices for remote play and second screen functionality. The PlayStation App will also receive some love in the form of an update that allows users to change their profile picture by uploading from their phone or camera. Friend requests will also be able to be sent via e-mail and text message, making it more convenient to add Friends to your network.

Patrick Lagana (Head of Product Marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment Australia) said:

“We’re immensely proud of the current success of PS4, having already built a community of over 7 million gamers worldwide. Our commitment to gamers is at the heart of our success, and this update is another great example of that.  We have listened to our community and delivered the most highly anticipated and requested features.  Being the most socially connected console is very important to us and with this update, we are confident of achieving that and creating a unique and exciting experience.”

Once installed, the 1.70 update will allow PS4 owners to utilise the new SHAREfactory app, allowing them to easily edit gameplay videos before sharing them. The app includesa number of filters, transitions and themes to personalise each clip and can be used in addition to text, video commentary, picture-in-picture (should a PlayStation Camera be connected) or even a custom soundtrack. All now streamable in 720p HD resolution via Twitch and Ustream. Players will also be happy to note that this update will finally disable the High-bandwidth Digital Copy Protection (HDCP) that has prevented the use of capture devices. So feel free to capture and share footage to a much broader audience. The SHARE button’s new ability to save video straight to USB should also prove useful in such situations. What a handy update this is. Speaking of handy features, and following from the “Play As You Download” feature already in place on the PlayStation Store, players will now be able to automatically download pre-ordered games prior to its release. This way, players can enjoy their games as soon as they launch. No more of that pesky download bar dampening spirits.

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You have the tools

The 1.70 update also includes:

  • DUALSHOCK 4: Brightness settings for the light bar will be available in Bright, Medium and Dim, accessible in the Settings menu.  Users also will have the option to control the on-screen keyboard using the DUALSHOCK 4 controller’s touchpad, with inputs registered by clicking the touchpad or pressing the X button.
  • PlayStation Store: Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) will be introduced for content purchased within PS Store, including PayPal support.
  • SHARE: Updated settings will allow users to upload screenshots or video clips during a live broadcast, change the default recording time for gameplay captures, and select only the specific screenshots and video clips they want to save on their PS4 system.  In addition, users will have more control with the privacy of their uploaded SHARE videos or screenshots on Facebook, with the ability to select the audience to whom the upload will be visible.
  • Friends: Find Friends more easily and send requests with the ability to search Friends-of-Friends, view Mutual Friends on another user’s profile, and accept Friend requests directly from the Friends list.
  • Trophies: Trophies will be able to be sorted by rarity from the Options menu.
  • PlayStation Camera: PlayStation Camera will respond to additional voice commands, enabling users to launch select installed apps.
  • Music Unlimited: PS4 users with a subscription to Music Unlimited will be able to share songs by pressing the SHARE button on the DUALSHOCK 4 controller.

Well, what are you waiting for? Go update your various PlayStation devices and enjoy the benefits of the 1.70 update. There’s quite a lot of them.

 

Stealth Inc. 2 Sneaks Out of the Shadows

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Do you love devious puzzles and insane platforming action? Well then odds are you checked out last year’s terrific Stealth Inc. (AKA Stealth Bastard). Well now, the bastard is back in Curve Digital’s Stealth Inc. 2. This sequel will continue on where the original left off, and expand the world greatly. The original Portal-esq test chambers are still here, but they are connected together with a Metroidvania-style world map.

This next bit may come as a bit of a shock; while the original Stealth Inc. was available on PC, Playstation 3, PS Vita and iOS devices, Stealth Inc. 2 is launching exclusively on Nintendo Wii U. This means that it will fully utilise the Wii U Gamepad, which will be used to offer a cooperative experience for players to enjoy. Stealth Inc. 2 will be available through the Nintendo eShop later this year, so for all the news as it becomes available, be sure to stay tuned to Capsule Computers.

Global Archer By Aunt Mary LLC

Global Archer

Global Archer By Aunt Mary LLC

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  • Free
  • Category: Games
  • Updated: Apr 28, 2014
  • Version: 1.1
  • Size: 23.3 MB
  • Language: English
  • Seller: Aunt Mary LLC
Rated 9+ for the following:

  • Infrequent/Mild Cartoon or Fantasy Violence

Compatibility: Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone and iPad. This app is optimized for iPhone 5.

Description

Do you have what it takes to be the ultimate Global Archer? Your iPhone is your bow and the world is your target! Play your way around the earth in our Global Campaign, or challenge your friends in a variety of social competitions. Global Archer takes advantage of your iPhone’s GPS, accelerometer and compass to turn the real world into an amazing new social gaming experience.

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What’s New in Version 1.1

– Welcome to Global Archer 1.1!
– We’ve improved the Daily Challenge so that you get notified whenever there’s a new challenge.
– We’ve also made other small changes to improve social gameplay.
– Happy Shooting!

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Blowfish Meets Meteor Receives Enhanced iPad-Compatible Edition

Blowfish Meets Meteor Receives Enhanced iPad-Compatible Edition 

Aquatic block-breaking adventure sets sail with improved features

San Rafael, Calif. – May 1, 2014 – Sky Tyrannosaur, developer of the block-breaking iOS title Blowfish Meets Meteor, today announced that a new and improved version of the game is now available. This is the first time that Blowfish Meets Meteor runs natively on the iPad platform, arriving with numerous enhancements to its already acclaimed experience.

A fresh spin on a classic genre, Blowfish Meets Meteor begins as a simple block-breaker and steadily unfolds into something much greater as the player grasps the mechanics of the game. Incorporating innovative puzzle-solving elements, eight engaging boss battles, and frantic action sequences into its unique block-breaking format, the game features 10+ hours of content and 60 bite-sized levels across six chipper undersea worlds. Thousands of frames of hand-drawn animation and nearly 30 minutes of original soundtrack accompany players on the mission to save mermaid-kind, with absolutely zero in-app purchases to tarnish the experience.

In addition to iPad nativity, the new version of Blowfish Meets Meteor includes an overhauled physics engine to give the player a snappier and even more rewarding experience than before.  New music, sound effects, and animations have also been added to the game, as well as improved in-game tutorials to get players up to speed at a smooth pace. Furthermore, the scoring system has been rebuilt from scratch, allowing for a wider variety of scores and better rewards for players.

Blowfish Meets Meteor Key Features:

  • Mind-bending, game-changing, block-breaking action with a charming undersea twist
  • An evolving, 10+ hour experience that grows with the player, created with the principles of console titles in mind
  • Aesthetics crafted with care – vibrant, hand-drawn animation with 30 minutes of original tunes
  • Save mermaids in 60 varied levels, each with its own unique challenge, bonuses, and appeal
  • Eight engaging, screen-filling boss battles
  • Six diverse underwater worlds including saltwater glaciers, steamship graveyards, and even the innards of a gigantic sea-beast
  • Revamped physics engine and new animations for an even more satisfying experience
  • Native iPhone and now iPad performance with the smoothness of a calm lake
  • Buy the game once and only once; absolutely no in-app purchases

Blowfish Meets Meteor is now available on the App Store for $2.99 at https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/blowfish-meets-meteor/id792430459.

More information about the game can be found at http://www.skytyrannosaur.com/.

For the official trailer, please visit: Blowfish Meets Meteor trailer

About Sky Tyrannosaur

At Sky Tyrannosaur, we want to make sexy, meaty games that are excellent on their own merits – regardless of the device they’re played on. Games with hours of unique content (that still love you enough to let you pick them up or put them down at a moment’s notice). Controls that feel smooth and natural and at home. Unique, compelling properties brought to life with thousands of frames of hand-drawn animation and full-length original soundtracks. Learn more at http://www.skytyrannosaur.com/

Lords of Football gets royally disciplined

Lords of Football gets royally disciplined

Sometimes players go that little bit too far on and off the football pitch, and you’ve got to lay down the law. Alternative Software is pleased to show how it’s done, with the discipline trailer for Lords of Football: Royal Edition.

Footballers like to let loose after a hard day at training or a gruelling match, which sometimes can result in seriously sticky situations. Fear not, because in Lords of Football: Royal Edition, you’ve got ‘God like’ powers that allow you to keep an eye on, and punish the players that don’t toe the line.

It might bring the best out of the players, or make them switch off on the training ground, but remember, you’re the boss – and people that don’t stick to the plan won’t last long at your club, right?

Lords of Football: Royal Edition is now available on PC DVD at retail with an SRP of £14.99.

With over 320,000 ‘Likes’ on the official Facebook page (Facebook.com/lordsoffootball), Lords of Football has been widely praised from football and gaming critics, including the likes of Four Four Two and Softpedia, as ‘ingenious’, ‘innovative’, and ‘a jewel among football simulations’.

For more information on Alternative Software and Lords of Football: Royal Edition, please visit the official website at www.alternativesoft.co.uk/LoF/LoF.html

Become a True Hero in La Tale’s New HEROES Expansion

Become a True Hero in La Tale’s New HEROES Expansion

Write your own tale to become a true hero in La Tale: HEROES, with all new classes, quests and more!

Torrance, CA – May 1, 2014 – The cute, anime-style MMORPG La Tale has just released one of its biggest updates to date. The update introduces a brand new job class, numerous new skills and a whole lot more. With the release of this new job class, heroes in La Tale can advance their abilities even further and utilize all new skills to slay the various monsters in the Kingdom of Elias and quest through the new regions of the mysterious Floating City. Players can jump into this exciting new fantasy world now at http://latale.ogplanet.com.

In addition to the all-new class advancements, the La Tale’s HEROES expansion also includes a magnitude of additional in-game content which consist of 38 new quests to complete, new dungeons to explore and new character titles to help express your awesomeness. If that doesn’t make you jump into La Tale right this second, the HEROES expansion also improves on La Tale’s game mechanics and functionality. Some of these amazing new features include character slot expansion, 2nd jump functionality to get those hard to reach places, improved guild system and more.

Watch the La Tale Gameplay Trailer here.

La Tale’s Main Features:

  • Cute Anime Graphics: Cute, anime-inspired visuals in a side-scrolling console game style.
  • Customizable Characters: Unique avatars that can be customized with all kinds of fashion items, equipment and pets.
  • 6 Class Types with a Multitude of Subclasses: Choose from the basic classes of Warrior, Explorer, Knight, Engineer, and Wizard, and advance your character to pick from a ton of subclasses like the Dragoon, Duelist, Minstrel, and much more.
  • PvP: Engage in duels, or participate in PvP in the Elias Fight Arena to earn PvP-specific items and skills.

LaTale Overview
Be part of an exciting story that unfolds all around you while you define your own unique path. The elegantly designed world is full of beauty, romance and intrigue. A rich palate of swords, sorcery, science, art, music and the paranormal are combined to make engaging and unique fantasy world like no other. It is up to you to craft your tale upon the breathtaking backgrounds and exciting storyline that is La Tale.

The story centers itself around the heroic beauty Iris. Her journey and mysterious disappearance serve to propel you on your own exciting adventures. Find your own footsteps intertwined with hers as you uncover clues and create your own lasting legacy.

Your journey begins in the Kingdom of Elias as a quest starts you down a long road filled with magical lands and dangerous enemies. Stones of Iris guide your way and hold the great truths that lie at the heart of La Tale’s rich story.

Sign up and play Tales Runner’s for free now at http://latale.ogplanet.com.

Players can also join the friendly and helpful La Tale community on Facebook or on Twitter to stay up-to-date on all the latest La Tale announcements, updates, events, contests and more!

About OGPlanet
Headquartered in Torrance, California, OGPlanet is a leading publisher in North America and Europe of free-to-play, multiplayer, online games. OGPlanet offers a wide range of game titles, such as Uncharted Waters Online, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Tales Runner, La Tale, Heva Clonia Online, Heroes of the Realm, Red Stone, and soon Dizzel. For more information, visit http://www.ogplanet.com.

PlayStation®4 adds Foxtel Play to entertainment offering The latest addition to the ever-growing suite of digital entertainment services on Australia’s leading next-gen console

PlayStation®4 adds Foxtel Play to entertainment offering The latest addition to  the ever-growing suite of digital entertainment services on Australia’s leading next-gen console

Sydney, 1st May, 2014 – Sony Computer Entertainment Australia (SCE. Aust) is pleased to announce Foxtel Play has today launched on PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Australia’s number one selling next generation home console[1].

Following its recent launch on PlayStation®3 (PS3™), Foxtel Play is the latest addition to the already impressive portfolio of digital entertainment services available on the PlayStation 4 system, which already includes Music Unlimited, Video Unlimited, Quickflix, IGN, and VidZone. With the arrival of Foxtel Play, PS4 owners can take advantage of Foxtel’s amazing expanse of programming that ranges from drama, entertainment, documentary and movie channels live or on catch-up.

“Following a hugely successful PlayStation 4 launch in Australia, we’ve been committed to bringing the best entertainment services to our digital savvy consumers,” said Michael Ephraim, Managing Director, Sony Computer Entertainment Australia. “Foxtel Play on PS4 is a fantastic addition for families to enjoy from the ever-expanding suite of services.”

Foxtel Chief Operating Officer, Rohan Lund, said, “Foxtel is pleased to bring access to Foxtel Play to PlayStation 4 fans after only one month since its arrival on PlayStation 3.  We are continuing to up the ante across the number of ways people can view Foxtel Play, and PlayStation 4 is an excellent platform to make our next generation console debut on.”

Foxtel Play is available now to Australian PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 owners.

ENDS 

[1] Cumulative next generation unit sales from November launch up to week ending 20th April 2014; The NPD Group Australia