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Tivitas Interactive Unveils the Sinister PC Gaming Device

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Haptic feedback has yet to catch on for PC gamers. Sure, PC gamers can plug in a console controller with vibration, but they have yet to have a device to call their own quite yet. Enter the design firm Tivitas based out of Ontario, Canada with their new Sinister Gaming Device that fuses the traditional PC keypad concept with console style controls.

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Sinister is designed to be modular and infinitely adjustable to suit all sorts of body and game types while boasting haptic feedback technology from ViViTouch. A mouse can be plugged directly into the device to help improve accuracy. Sinister is compatible with Microsoft Windows and Linux out of the box. Learn more about Sinister at the official Tivitas website.

Crunchyroll to Stream World Conquest Zvezda Plot

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The world is enough…right?

Distribution service Crunchyroll has added yet another new anime series to it’s ever expanding lineup, in this case Sekai Seifuku: Bouryaku no Zvezda (World Conquest Zvezda Plot). This mouthful of a series focuses on one little girl and her innocent desire…for total dominion over the world.

Every leader of the past has thought of it… but all they have done was to merely dream of its greatness. WORLD DOMINATION…nobody has been able to achieve it. Until one little girl by the name of KATE HOSHIMIYA came along. KATE HOSHIMIYA will shock the world! How was she was able to carry out such a MAGNIFICENT stunt? So FRIGHTFUL! So GLORIOUS! Could this be…the ZVEZDA PLOT?! Let the light of our great ZVEZDA shine upon this land far and wide!

Cast

Misaki Kuno as Kate Hoshimiya
Natsuki Hanae as Asuta Jimon
Kana Hanazawa as Professor Um
Erii Yamazaki as Roboko
Kousuke Toriumi as Yasu
Mariya Ise as Itsuka Shikabane
Minoru Hirota as Goro Shikabane
MAO as Renge Komadori
Minako Kotobuki as Miki Shirasagi

Crew

Director: Tensai Okamura (Blue Exorcist/Darker Than Black/Wolf’s Rain)
Scripts: Meteo Hoshizora and Okamura
Original Character Designs: Kouhaku Kuroboshi (Allison & Lillia/Kino’s Journey/Sky Girls)
Character Adaptation: Keigo Sasaki (Blue Exorcist/Night Raid 1931)
Music: Tatsuya Katou (Free!/Medaka Box/Horizon in the Middle of Nowhere)

The series itself is being handled by anime studio A-1 Pictures and, along with the released cast and crew info, it has also been revealed that Maaya Sakamoto and “the band apart” will perform the anime’s opening theme, while voice actress Aoi Yuki performs the ending.

World Conquest Zvezda Plot is set to broadcast every Saturday starting on January 11th at 9:30am (Pacific Time) for premium members, with a week’s viewing delay for free members. As of yet the series is only set to be streamed in certain countries…somewhat ironic for a series about world domination. Those able to stream the series are: North America, South America, European regions (minus UK, IE, French and German speaking regions), Middle East, Arab League (including Israel), and South Africa. Stay tuned for any more info about the series and it’s as of now less than global spread. In the meantime, check out the English subbed trailer above and prepare for the beginning of the Zvezda Plot. So frightful! So glorious!

Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition improvements detailed

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Today Crystal Dynamics came forward with a number of details about how Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is better than the original console version of the game and even better than the PC version. The game will be running at a native 1080p resolution on the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and it will have what the company is calling “buttery framerate.”

The port will also come with all of the game’s previously released multiplayer DLC, six alternate outfits, a collection of digital comic books and documentary features, and The Tomb of the Lost Adventurer add-on. They also went on to say that a new head and face model has been used for Lara and they have used subsurface scattering technology to produce a more realistic skin glow.

Currently Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is set to be released in North America on January 28th by Square Enix at a price tag of $59.99.

Latest WWE 2K14 DLC includes Jake the Snake, Dusty Rhodes, and more

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Today 2K Games released some new downloadable content for WWE 2K14 and this time around we see a number of legendary wrestlers joining the roster. The pack is called the WWE Legends and Creations pack and costs $8.99 on its own and is also included in the season pass for the game.

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The DLC includes Jake “The Snake” Roberts, “Ravishing” Rick Rude, “The American Dream” Dusty Rhodes, and Bruno Sammartino. Also included in the pack are fourteen new custom Superstar heads and Virgil. Virgil will be usable as a wrestler and is free to download for everyone, though he is also a mandatory download for those who wish to play online with DLC holders.

Check out the making of FFXIII in ‘Inside the Square’ Part 3

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Have you ever wanted to take a glimpse behind the scenes of all of your favourite Final Fantasy titles? To see the process that goes into every single stunning cinematic or how the stories that kept thousands of avid fans on the edge of their chairs for days at a time are written? Square Enix have put together the third part in their ‘Inside the Square‘ series to give fans a sneak peek at what goes into the making of some of their recent blockbusters such as the upcoming, Lighting Returns: Final Fantasy XIII.

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This awesome insight into everything Square Enix features interviews with a number of the talented people working on Lighting Returns: FFXIII and is narrated by the iconic voice of Lightning herself. Most interestingly, it takes a look at a number of new mechanics such as the ‘Doomsday Clock’ and the inclusion of people’s lifestyles through a normal 24-hour cycle. Square Enix seem excited about this title which gives players more customization and the ability to explore further than any other title in the FFXIII saga.

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Lightning Returns: Final Fantasy XIII is dropping on Xbox 360 and PS3 on the 11th February in North America, the 13th in Australia, and the 14th in Europe . Check out ‘Inside the Square’ Part 3 below!

Archangel Arrives on the iOS and Android January 9th

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The fantasy-themed action title “Archangel” is set to be released on January 9th for the iOS and Android systems.

Unity Games, the publishers behind this immersive 3D Fantasy game states that this installation is “the first of a number of ‘core’ releases from our new publishing division, Unity Games.” Unity Games has also published other titles that have become quite popular, such as Rube Works.

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The game boasts beautiful graphics that are on-par with console titles. In the game, your goal as the Archangel is to defeat the forces of evil with your powerful spells and righteous determination. Through the usage of a gesture-based control system, the game creates a very smooth combat system, one where you draw symbols on your screen to smite your enemies with your heavenly wrath. There are plenty of gestures that you can use to utilize your spell abilities.

The game will be available on the iTunes App Store and on Google Play by January 9th. Make sure you check this game out when it comes out.

CES 2014: Nyko Brings Its Charging Expertise to the Mobile Market; introduces new IntercoolerTM for PlayStation® 4

CES attendees will be the first to see Nyko’s Qi Charger for mobile phones and Next-Gen gaming accessories

LAS VEGAS – January 87, 2014 – Nyko Technologies®, the leading videogame peripherals manufacturer, today unveiled its full lineup of new products to be showcased at the Consumer Electronics Show 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Nyko will showcase new power and cooling accessories for next-gen systems. CES attendees will also be able to go hands on with Nyko’s Power Base™, a Qi™ induction charger compatible with some of the most popular mobile phones.

The following products will be making their public debut at the show:

Power Base
After selling millions of chargers for various controllers and portable systems, Nyko now brings its charging expertise to the mobile market with the Power Base. The Power Base is a Qi enabled charger compatible with the Galaxy S® 4, Nexus™ 5 and other Qi enabled phones. The Power Base includes the Qi charging adaptor required for the Galaxy S 4 while support for the Nexus 5 is already built-in with no additional hardware required. Its unique wedge design stands out, and allows for easy use when charging, while keeping your phone attractively displayed on your nightstand or desk. The Power Base will be available this spring for a MSRP of $39.99.

Intercooler for PlayStation 4
Nyko brings its Intercooler line to next-gen with the Intercooler for PlayStation 4. Designed to pull hot air out and away from the system, the Intercooler is ideal for keeping your home theater setup at optimal temperatures. The Intercooler attaches to the back of the PlayStation 4 console, and does not interfere with any of the rear ports on the system. Nyko is debuting concept images at CES 2014 with a release schedules this spring for a MSRP of $24.99.

PowerPak™ for PlayStation 4
Add up to 2x the battery capacity (1000 mAh) to the DualShock® 4 controller with the PowerPak. The PowerPak attaches to the back of the controller adding minimal bulk while providing a sleek and seamless upgrade ideal for marathon gaming sessions. The PowerPak easily recharges though the Micro-USB port or through Nyko’s Charge Base for PS4. The PowerPak will be shown in concept images at CES 2014 with a release schedules this spring for a MSRP of $19.99.

Charge Link
Nyko will be showcasing specialized Micro USB cables for both the Xbox One™ and the PlayStation 4 designed for simultaneous play and charging on each console. Both Charge Links for Xbox One and PlayStation 4 will be 8ft long, and the Xbox One version will feature LED charge indicator lights. The Charge Links for Xbox One and PlayStation 4 will be available this January for a MSRP of $9.99.

Power Grip for PS Vita (2000 Series)
Nyko’s best-selling PS Vita accessory is back and customized for the new slim form-factor of the PS Vita 2000 series. The Power Grip adds 2x the battery life to the portable console, as well as ergonomic grips, ideal for marathon Remote Play sessions or road trips. Utilizing a standard Micro USB port, the Power Grips are easily rechargeable from the same cables used to charge the PS Vita. The Power Grips will be available in North America once a formal launch date is set for a MSRP of $19.99.

“Nyko is excited to bring our expertise in the charging category to devices like the Galaxy S4 at CES 2014” said Chris Arbogast, director of marketing at Nyko Technologies. “We are eager to bring a fresh take on the mobile charging market by replacing the plane pad design of most induction chargers with an elegant and user friendly wedge”

Connect with Nyko for a chance to win exciting Nyko prizes on Twitter andFacebook.
About Nyko Technologies, Inc.
Nyko Technologies® develops, manufactures and markets innovative peripherals to enhance the digital lifestyle. The company’s mission is to deliver products that solve problems and improve user experience for work and play. Nyko specializes in interactive entertainment, computing, consumer electronics, portable audio, as well as online and wireless technologies. The company has distribution through major U.S. and Canadian retailers, along with distributors worldwide. Founded in 1996, Nyko is headquartered in Los Angeles, Calif. Please visit  www.nyko.com or call 1-888-444-6956 for more information.

Ragnarok Online 2 is ONE!

New Job Master levels pushes the leveling limit to new heights!

WHAT:           Ragnarok Online 2 celebrates its first anniversary today with a new look for the logo, a new content update that will excite many and loads of fun activities for fans and supporters who had accompany the game throughout its journey since the official launch in January 2013.

As Ragnarok Online 2 embarks on its “Advent of Valkyrie” adventure with its fans, it also sets a new milestone for the game with the launch of the Job Master Level. Players who are already level 50 can now extend their levels beyond with the addition of 50 Job Master Levels to master and sharpen their fighting skills for more challenging tasks and improve their battle strategies in the world of Ragnarok Online 2. With this increase in level, players will also be able to hunt for better weapons and equipment to complement their new found strength.

Other than the increase in the levels, there will also be minor adjustments to the character user interface and new fields and dungeons to train and conquer.

In celebration of Ragnarok Online 2’s 1st birthday, there will be a raffle where an Aftershock Gaming Laptop is up for grabs to one very lucky fan. Participating in this lucky draw is very simple as all players have to do is to log in to the game between 7 January 2014 to 6 February 2014 to qualify. Other than that, players can also stand to win a Razer Black Widow Mechanical Keyboard if they join the Grand Master Race in-game activity too! Check out http://ro2.playpark.net for more details.

So, hurry and head over to http://ro2.playpark.net to find out how to be a Master with the new Master levels or visit Ragnarok Online 2’s Facebook Fan Page at www.facebook.com/playro2 to share tips, tricks and perhaps new strategies to conquer the fight against the evil!

WHO:             Ragnarok Online 2

WHERE:        Online

WHEN:           7 January 2014

About Ragnarok Online 2: Advent of Valkyrie
Ragnarok Online 2: Advent of Valkyrie is the popular 3DMMORPG sequel toRagnarok Online. It revolves around the heroes who were implanted with fragments of the powerful Heart of Ymir and their battle against the Goddess Freyja and her followers who tried to take over the world of Midgard.

About Asiasoft Online 
Asiasoft Online Pte Ltd in Singapore and AS Online Sdn Bhd in Malaysia, collectively known as Asiasoft Online, are incorporated as subsidiaries of Asiasoft International Co. Ltd, listed in Thailand as Asiasoft Corporation Public Company Limited, in 2004 and 2007 respectively.

Asiasoft Online is part of the Asiasoft group of publishing companies with a presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia and Philippines, serving over 70 million registered gamers.

Asiasoft Online publishes Massively Multiplayer Online Games (MMOGs) in Singapore and Malaysia and assists game developers to tap onto the growth potential of the South-East Asia region.

Asiasoft Online publishes “MapleStory”, “Audition”, “CABAL Online”, “Sudden Attack”, “Ragnarok Online 2”, “Alliance of Valiant Arms”, “Chaos Online” and “FC Manager”.

Committed to developing the regional online gaming community, Asiasoft Online works with content developers and industry partners to entertain and engage casual gamers and netizens. Content localization, marketing and game service management are deployed by specialized and dedicated professionals, for game developers, in an integrated services platform.
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Tivitas Interactive Unveils Sinister, a PC Gaming Device With ViviTouchTM Haptic Feedback Technology

Tivitas Interactive Unveils Sinister, a PC Gaming Device With ViviTouchTM Haptic Feedback Technology

Hands-on demo available at ShowStoppers @ CES 2014

Hamilton, Ont. – January 7, 2014 – Tivitas Interactive, an Ontario-based designer and manufacturer of precision gaming accessories, today unveiled their premiere haptic gaming device, Sinister. Using ViviTouch’s revolutionary haptic feedback technology, Sinister offers gamers a truly sensational gaming experience unlike anything they have ever felt before.

With “RealityLink” powered by ViviTouch technology, this haptic device offers players a full gamepad experience with the familiarity and precision of a mouse, making it the perfect gaming device for PC gamers of all skill levels. Unlike any other haptic gaming device, Tivitas Interactive’s Sinister offers fully-customizable, adjustable ergonomic support, true analog movement, and several different “HD Feedback” gaming modes that can be tailored to match the genre of the game. Additionally, the device features plug-and-play functionality for gaming right out of the box, and will support both Windows and Linux at launch.

Experience the next level of sensation with Tivitas Interactive’s Sinister haptic gaming device at Table #B-7 at ShowStoppers @ CES 2014 on Tuesday, January 7 at the Wynn Hotel Lafite Ballroom from 6pm to 9pm. For additional information, visit Tivitas online at www.tivitas.com, and follow them on Twitter@_Tivitas –.

About Tivitas Interactive
Tivitas Interactive began with our drive to develop a more immersive PC gaming experience. Proudly Canadian, we are a human interface developer with a specific focus on haptics of all variants. We have been developing our first product, Sinister, for the latter half of 2013. With our team of dedicated engineers and designers, we have progressed from concept to testing stages in just 6 months. We are here to turn innovative ideas into qualitative reality.www.tivitas.com

RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH AURA KINGDOM’S OPEN BETA

Aeria Games Launches Widely Anticipated Free-to-Play Anime MMORPG

SANTA CLARA, Calif. – Jan. 7, 2014 – The doors to the world of Azuria are now wide open to everyone! Aeria Games, a leading global publisher of free-to-play online games, has announced the start of Open Beta testing for Aura Kingdom, a new massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) with a gorgeous anime art style.

Open Beta comes hot on the heels of several closed testing periods in which thousands of players got their first taste of Aura Kingdom’s rich world and dynamic gameplay. During the course of Founder’s Beta, Closed Beta, and Stress Test, players collectively created over 170,000 characters and logged nearly 1,000,000 hours in the game.

“We’ve seen an incredibly positive response and outpouring of enthusiasm from our community after Aura Kingdom’s Closed Beta,” said Tom Nichols, Vice President of PC Games, Aeria Games. “Now we’re happy to finally announce that players all over the world can experience for themselves this great game from our fan-favorite developer X-Legend.”

Game Masters will be on hand to run in-game events every day throughout Open Beta. These events range from massive monster and boss spawns to contests to snap a screenshot of a GM running at superhuman speed. The events offer valuable in-game items and currency as prizes. For new players, there will be welcome sessions during which GMs focus on answering player questions, as well as live tutorials on Twitch.tv.

Aura Kingdom is free to download, and like all Aeria Games titles, is free-to-play. Players can enter Azuria now at http://aurakingdom.aeriagames.com. Stay up-to-date with the latest news, contests, and giveaways at Aura Kingdom’s Facebook page.

About Aeria Games & Entertainment, Inc.

With a rapidly growing community of over 40 million core players and a deep portfolio of development partners, Aeria Games is a leading destination for free-to-play online multiplayer games. Founded in 2006 and with offices in the US, Germany, and Brazil, Aeria Games publishes and develops high quality online games in nine languages – English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Polish, Italian, Turkish and Russian – covering more than 30 countries. The company’s proprietary technology offers strong benefits to both players and developers. Players gain access to a universal gaming destination providing deep, immersive online games accessible from browser, PC, tablet, and smart phones. Developers get a blazingly fast point of entry to the global gaming market via Aeria Games’ specialized platform that enables quick and easy game integration. The company’s diverse portfolio includes highly engaging fantasy MMORPGs, action shooters, anime-style social games, and multiplayer mobile game titles. For more information, visit http://www.aeriagames.com.