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LEGO Batman: DC Super Heroes Swoops in onto iOS

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The presence of Gotham’s stoic protector continues to grow as the LEGO-fied caped crusder will now be able to go anywhere thanks to the release of LEGO Batman DC Super Heroes. Based on LEGO Batman 2: DC Super Heroes, like the movie that will be releasing in June, the iOS version brings the tale of Lex Luthor’s and Joker’s team up to iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch.

The fourth LEGO title to make its way to the iOS platform, LEGO Batman: DC Super Heroes boasts 80 playable characters, both heroes and villains, for players to unlock through gameplay or in-app purchases. Also offering two different control schemes for the game, players can stick with the time tested Classic controls or utilize Touch Screen controls, whichever play-style fits best.

Players can watch the trailer embedded below and those interested in the mobile version of this Gotham City adventure can download LEGO BatmanL DC Super Heroes right now for $4.99 from the iOS App Store HERE.

eJay Kickstarter Unsuccessful but Not Dead

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When Wired Productions decided to take its new idea to the people, they lapped it up. The Kickstarter campaign for eJay Pure ended yesterday, with the goal of bringing back the classic PC music editor.

While they weren’t successful in raising the £150,000 they required the eJay team aren’t calling it quits. Over a third of the amount required was raised, displaying a strong interest in the product.

eJay emphasises smooth user interfaces while having tonnes of sound packs to accommodate whatever is popular with its users, from K-Pop samples to 8-bit chip tune.

All in all, the project has given Wired Productions a few successes. Online radio station www.ejaypure.com has been more popular than at first assumed and will continue to supported as Wired Productions looks for another avenue to market.

Yuko Miyamura to be at Sydney’s Evangelion Art Expo

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Sydney will be hosting the 2013 Evangelion Art Exhibition from Friday 10 to Saturday 18 May at the Japan Foundation Gallery, with thanks to Madman Entertainment. Along with the art and artifacts of the franchise, Yuko Miyamura, the voice of Asuka Langley, will be attending for a one-day event on Saturday 11 May.

From 11am-12:30pm Yuko Miyamura will be be running a Q&A session with a short signing opportunity, which will be hosted by Ryan Huff, Geek of Oz editor and anime writer for JB Hi-Fi’s STACK Magazine, as well as a voice acting workshop.

Seats for the Q&A session are limited and bookings are essential. Email them at [email protected] or call 02 8239 0055.

From 2pm-4pm the workshop will give selected participants, chosen by Miyamura herself in an online audition process, an insight on anime voice production. This includes breathing techniques and lip synching to moving images from Evangelion.

For audition details, visit www.jpf.org.au

The 2013 Evangelion Art Exhibition is currently showing at The Arts Centre Gold Coast (17 April-5 May) and will be in Melbourne’s No Gallery (28 May-9 June).

Ride to Hell: Route 666 Races Out with Trailer

After releasing the trailer for the retail game for their new game universe, Deep Silver has finally put out a trailer for the arcade game due out this summer. Developed by Black Forest Games, Ride to Hell: Route 666 looks like an interesting title, focused not on the main character for Ride to Hell: Retribution, but instead an interesting combination of strategy and brawling, while riding a motorcycle.

If that combination sounds confusing to you, well you aren’t alone, but thankfully with the new trailer it is easier to understand just how the game will work. While gameplay is a little limited, instead focusing on the games art and action, there are a few telling snippets of what to expect. Seems the game will task players will figuring out the ideal formations and biker types to place, then put the plan into action and dish out tickets for the gun show, both kinds, as they set out to conquer Route 66.

Players can check out the trailer for Ride to Hell: Route 666 embedded below and see how it looks and the little bit of how it’ll play, to gear up for its release this summer for XBLA, PSN, and PC.

Worlds of Magic: Kickstarter Success

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With 6 days remaining Worlds of Magic developer Wastelands Interactive has achieved success by meeting their baseline Kickstarter goal of $30,000. Since the baseline has been met, the team is pushing for further support to potentially meet the following stretch goals:

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In other related news, the public voice has spoken as the 5th faction will be Draconians. Master of Magic and Master of Orion artist George Edward Purdy has lent his hand in the creation of this new faction, and the Wastelands Interactive team is happy to release such craftsmanship early on.

If the project yields $35,000 or more, a 7th faction will be introduced to the 4X strategy title. Only you can make this happen by going to their Kickstarter page and donating (here). Nonetheless, the team is extremely excited and very thankful for all of those that have supported the title thus far and allowing the game to become possible.

GRID 2 Multiplayer Trailer showcases Car Customization and Indianapolis Speedway

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Codemasters, the masters of real racing games, have released a brand new multiplayer trailer for the hotly anticipated GRID 2 racing game, the sequel to the massively popular original GRID game.

The new multiplayer trailer for GRID 2 showcases many of the great features of the GRID 2 game in particular its multiplayer facets which provide gamers with an unmatched racing experience. Also featured in the trailer is new locations such as the Indianapolis Motor Speedway and the awesome vehicle customization in GRID 2.

You can check out the new GRID 2 multiplayer trailer in all its high-definition glory below. GRID 2 will be racing into stores on May 31st, 2013. What more can I say? Gentlemen, start your engines!

Dragon Nest Europe gets a Visit from Circus Maximus

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A new update has just been released for the free to play MMO Dragon Nest Europe, and it’s everything a hero could want after a long journey saving the day. Heroes can take a load off and settle in for some recreational fun at the Circus Maximus Arena.

Featuring 5 new challenges for the heroes to face, a new ladder system for PvP, and new mounts to saddle up for adventuring Circus Maximus provides plenty more for players to tackle and earn. The new challenges include Boss Rush, pitting heroes against previous foes again; Gobartans, where heroes face a force of 300 goblins; Bumpy Road, an obstacle course for heroes to navigate; Monastery Treasure Warehouse, filled with monsters to defeat and treasure to take; and Ork Gim Strikes Back, with wounded soldiers that must be defended from incoming orcs.

But, the Circus Maximus isn’t the only news in Dragon Nest Europe, as they are currently running the Heroes Wanted! event for players to clear the Apocalypse Nest with their team as fast as possible. With prizes totaling up to €1000, players better act fast as it only goes until April 27th. For more information on the contest players can check out the rules HERE, as well as the trailer for Circus Maximus embedded below.

Ghost Recon Online Gets Huge Content Patch

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Ubisoft has just launched their latest update to their free-to-play PC shooter, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Online. The patch primarily adds a bunch of new content and features as well as service improvements.

Among the slew of new content is a new map, Attica Heights, set in Singapore’s business district and is built around the Holdout game mode. Players can now test any weapon at the Firing Range while the Field Testing system lets you trial new tiers of weapons as they become available. You can bring along these temporary trial versions to three matches, allowing you to try before buying.

The OMEGA Pack is also included, based on the private military corporation securing the Attica Heights facility. Players can optimise their gear for close quarters combat with high rates of fire and short ready times, along with new head gear and upgraded weapons with new camouflage.

An anticipated new feature is the Project TOPOS: Beta Map Testing, allowing the community to play prototype matches and help improve map design before they go live.

Finally, 0.11.0 makes available four new bundles of gear in the form of Mystery Boxes, sometimes containing limited-edition vintage weapons.

Visit the official site for more info and check out the trailer for the update below.

Wargame AirLand Battle Releases Battlefield Screenshots for Pre-Order Beta

With the game releasing next month the teams at developer Eugen Systems and publisher Focus Home Interactive have 6 new screenshots to show of Wargame AirLand Battle. This time focused on the battlefields that players will be meeting each other on, the screenshots display the jump in size that will be occurring from Wargame: European Escalation to the sequel.

But, players don’t have to take the size of the battlefields from the screenshots alone, as those that pre-order Wargame AirLand Battle get exclusive access to the beta right now. Featuring the “Destruction” game mode, players will be able face opponents on 4 maps using decks for all 12 nations, pre-made for the beta.

Players can view Wargame AirLand Battle‘s full sized screenshots by clicking on the images in the gallery below, but those wanting to get in on the pre-order beta can head to Steam HERE or the Wargame website HERE. As an added bonus, those that already own Wargame: European Escalation get a 25% discount.

Rift Hunter coming to iOS this May

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Kingnet Technology have announced their new title, Rift Hunter. The game combines the gameplay of 1990’s arcade beat em’ ups with the interactivity of MMOs. Rift Hunter’s cutting-edge mobile co-op mode promises to let users enjoy classic arcade style action with friends around the world.

Rift Hunter allows for a level of customization which would rival most RPGs.  Players will initially have 4 classes to choose from and each class has its unique combat style and a massive skill tree; giving players the chance to design their own unique fighting style.

Furthermore, the game’s unique gear system gives players additional control of their stats, allowing them to build the perfect fighting machine. With over 200 unique, hand-drawn levels, Rift Hunter allows iOS gamers to enjoy simplistic controls, along with advanced game features, as they hunt strange creatures coming from mysterious portals, which are appearing across a once peaceful land.

Daniel Chiu, Product Manager at Kingnet Technology has stated:

“Rift Hunter has successfully bridged the gap between two parts of my life as a gamer. First, it reminds me of classic beat ‘em up like Golden Axe and Final Fight which I loved as a kid, but then it brings in the interactivity of a modern MMO, so I can play co-op or duel with my friends. This game really is made by gamers, for gamers!”

Rift Hunter will be available for free on iOS across the UK and in Germany this May, with additional territories soon to follow. The trailer can be found below.