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Logitech Reboots G Series of PC Gaming Peripherals

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March 21, 2013

Logitech Reboots G Series of PC Gaming Peripherals

Logitech announced their new G series line up of PC gaming peripherals. “Using infrared technology, Logitech studied the interaction between hand and device during gameplay. As a result, gamers can expect to see several advancements in the new Logitech G lineup,” said Ehtisham Rabbani, general manager of the Logitech gaming business group. The new devices feature stronger reinforcement points on commonly used areas.

The G700s is Logitech’s new wireless gaming mouse. Logitech boasts reporting rates equal to a wired USB gaming mouse. A hydrophobic coating keeps a dry grip on the mouse even after a scary session of your favourite horror game. The mouse also includes 13 programmable macroable buttons. The G700s will retail for $99.99 USD/$149.99 AUD.

For those preferring their mice wired connections, the G500s features a laser sensor, customizable weight and centre of gravity, and 10 programmable macro buttons. The G500s retails for $69.99 USD/$89.95 AUD.

The G400s is Logitech’s high end optical mouse. Mechanical switches will keep the mouse going after 20 million clicks and the sensor can scale from 400 to 4000 DPI. The G400s will retail for $59.99 USD/$69.95 AUD.

The G100s is the budget optical mouse designed for MOBA and strategy gamers. The small ambidextrous body is perfect for gamers who have smaller hands or prefer a claw grips. The G100 has an MSRP of $39.99 USD.

The G19s is the is the latest upgrade to the legendary G series of GamePanel keyboards that started with the Logitech G15 keyboard and evolved onto the G19 that featured a colour LCD screen. The G19s maintains the full coloured GamePanel LCD screen and adds custom coloured backlighting, hydrophobic coating, 12 programmable macro keys, anti ghosting capabilities, and two high speed USB 2.0 ports. The G19s has a recommended retail price of $199.99 USD/$249.95 AUD.

If the G19s is a little out of your budget, the G510s has a monocolour GamePanel LCD with 18 programmable macro keys. The keyboard sports a hydrophobic coating on the palm rest for a dry gaming experience. The G510s has an MSRP of $119.99 USD/$159.95 AUD.

Logitech is in the mechanical keyboard market with the G710+ Mechanical Gaming Keyboard featuring non clicking keycaps with rubber o rings to soften the noise. The keyboard is rounded out with six macro keys and costs $199.95 AUD

On the headset front, the G430 Surround Sound Gaming headset provides virtual 7.1 channel surround sound through Dolby Headphone technology. The ear cups are washable and the microphone folds away when not in use. The G430 will be available for $79.99 USD/$159.95 AUD.

Finally, the G230 is the stereo version of the G430. The headset sports 40mm neodymium drivers, an noise cancelling microphone, and inline audio controls. The G230 has an MSRP of $59.99 USD/$79.95 AUD.

The new G series of products will be available at stockists for these products at JB Hi Fi, Harvey Norman, EB Games, Dick Smith and the Logitech website http://gaming.logitech.com/en-au and also in the US in April 2013 an in Europe in May 2013. Find out more here.

Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams Hits XBLA Coming to PSN Soon

Simon Wolfe

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March 21, 2013

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Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams may have come out at the end of the year for PC, but those players that have been waiting to get the game on consoles don’t have to wait much longer. Developer Black Forest Games and publisher bitComposer Entertainment have announced the unique platformer has already made the jump onto XBLA, though will be a few more days before landing onto PSN.

Telling the story of two very different sisters as they use their different abilities to solve puzzles and beat monsters, Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams features an amazing looking world for players to traverse. Players looking for it on XBLA can purchase it for 1200 MS Points HERE, while those wanting the PSN version will have to continue the wait until it releases there.

Those that missed the initial release of Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams for PC can find Capsule Computers’ own review HERE and the game itself on Steam HERE.

Haiyore! Nyaruko-san W Emerges with 2nd PV

Sergei Lazarev

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March 21, 2013

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Cthulhu-inspired moe anime, Haiyore! Nyaruko-san, is coming back with a second season on April 7. A second trailer for the upcoming anime has been streamed, with the adorable Nyarlathotep “Nyaruko” again taking centre stage along with all the familiar characters. Crunchyroll streamed the first season under the title of Nyaruko-san: Another Crawling Chaos last year in April.

A unique take on H.P. Lovecraft’s horror classics, Nyaruko-san sees the ordinary student Mahiro caught up in a cosmic dilemma as the Great Ones from the Cthulhu mythos start appearing on Earth. Among them is the overwhelming Nyaruko, “the creeping chaos always smiling beside you”, who declares her love for Mahiro despite the emerging love triangle.

The Indie Gala Dwarves Bundle Released

Jamie Laike Tsui

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March 21, 2013

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Indie Gala released their latest bundle today featuring several Paradox Interactive titles today. All buyers receive horror FPS Nosferatu – The Wrath of Malachi, racer Street Racing Syndicate, and tank RTS/Third Person Shooter Gettysburg: Armored Warfare, and an unannounced album. Buyers who beat the average will get fighter Guilty Gear Isuka, third person shooter/flying game Gun Metal, strategy sim A Game of Dwarves, turn based strategy game Warlock: Master of the Arcane, and two unannounced Steam games.

Indie Gala Dwarves is in support of AbleGamers and Gala Project X. Buy your bundle here.

“Always On” Games to Blame for Viruses?

Joshua Moris

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March 21, 2013

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In a recent article presented by ESET UK Masters, statistics are given to show gamers that “always on” titles like SimCity, Diablo III, and World of Warcraft can provide a greater threat to your PC. The major catch for even the “internet savvy” gamers is that many of the players are forgoing the security of their computers to reduce in-game lag or pop-ups. Some players even claim that it is hard to decipher what truly is a malignant program when viruses have been geared towards specific games. Out of 1,000 PC gamers surveyed, 31% claimed that they disabled their computer security before playing an online game.

Quinton Watts, VP of Marketing and Sales at ESET, had the following to say:

It’s evident that gamers are not protecting themselves sufficiently and are unaware of the risk of playing online without protection – and as more and more titles require a constant Internet connection, that’s a real worry. We’re in an age where cyber attacks can be detrimental to a person’s identity security and gamers, savvy as they may be, put themselves at risk far more than they need to.

While online games continually pose a threat to PCs, gamers and consumers alike need to be smart about keeping their investment secure. Never share out personal information online and keep some sort of antivirus on in the background. If you truly want less lag, fork over the money to purchase a decent computer/connection. Share with us your thoughts in the comments below.

Bundle Stars Releases Indie MashUp Bundle

Jamie Laike Tsui

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March 21, 2013

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Bundle Stars is back with their fifth bundle of games. Indie MashUp is a mix of true indie games and a few studio developed titles. There will be ten titles in the bundle, with two to be announced at a later date. Eight of the titles are also available as Steam keys. The full bundle costs $4.95 USD, but buyers are encouraged to pay more to support the Special Effect charity. StarDrone and Jazz: Trump’s Journey is available for $1.25.

The bundle contains platformer Jazz: Trump’s Journey, arcade game StarDrone, retro shooter Tank: Universal, adventure game Vigil: Blood Bitterness, sci fi shooter Chrome, open world car combat Crash Time 2, adventure games Still Life and Still Life 2.

Check out the bundle here.

Neverwinter Beta introduces PvP

Joshua Moris

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March 21, 2013

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Perfect World Entertainment alongside Cryptic Studios is excited to unveil that Beta Weekend 3 will contain several new features including player vs. player content. In addition to having PvP available, beta testers can also experience an increase level cap to 50, the Pirates’ Skyhold & Icespire Peak Adventure Zones, and the Great Weapon Fighter class.

Lead Producer Andy Velasquez at Cryptic Studios had the following to say:

The response from the Neverwinter community and members of the press who participated in our previous Beta Weekends has been amazing so far. On behalf of the entire development team at Cryptic Studios, I’d like to thank all Beta Weekend players for their feedback and support in making Neverwinter the best free MMORPG around!

For a chance to play this weekend – March 22nd @ 7:00 PM GMT, register for free (here).

PES 2013 for Reduced Price on Xbox Games on Demand and Steam

Simon Wolfe

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March 21, 2013

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Fans of the Pro Evolution Soccer series, or PES as it is also known, that haven’t gotten PES 2013 yet because they’ve been waiting for a deal should check out Xbox Games on Demand and/or Steam. Publisher Konami has announced that the game is now available for download from both of the services for a reduced price.

Aimed at being the most realistic soccer experience on the gaming market, PES 2013 was developed while working with fans to ensure that the game would provide exactly what fans want in terms of control. Introducing new features such as the PES FullControl, Pro-Active AI, and Player ID system, PES 2013 provides a realistic experience by letting the players on the field utilize their real-life style of play.

Those interested in cashing in on these reduced prices can download PES 2013 on Xbox 360 from Games on Demand HERE or Steam HERE.

Deus Ex: Human Revolution for Wii U Confirmed; Boss Fights Reworked

Travis Bruno

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March 21, 2013

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Yesterday it was rumored that Deus Ex: Human Revolution would be coming to the Wii U and today Square Enix confirmed that rumor and released various details about the game. Deus Ex: Human Revolution – The Director’s Cut as it is called will be a Wii U version of the game that features various touch screen features such as touch screen hacking, interactive map editing, sniping, grenade throwbacks and more.

The game will also feature something Square Enix is calling “in-depth Miiverse integration” as well as developer commentaries, in-game guides and overhauled boss fights for everyone who complained about it. It will also support improved AI, a few visual improvements and more game balances.

Also included in Deus Ex: Human Revolution – The Director’s Cut is the Tong Rescue Mission and Missing Link DLC chapter, both of which have been “integrated seamlessly into the narrative flow” of the game.

Atelier Meruru Plus’ final countdown trailer says Rorona Plus will “not be released”

Travis Bruno

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March 21, 2013

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Today the final countdown video for Atelier Meruru Plus was released on Gust’s official channel and this time around we have not only the game’s director Yoshito Okamura providing text narration, the game’s producer Keisuke Kikuchi shows up as well.

However there is some bad news for his visit, it seems that Atelier Rorona, the first game in the Arland series, will not be given the Plus treatment. He states that it “doesn’t have the kind of content” that the series requires for a Plus version. He does say that the company wants to make the game “an expansion that conveys the reason why we left it for last.” Whether this means that there may be a final ultimate version for Rorona sometime in the future is currently unknown.

Anyways, Atelier Meruru Plus will be released in Japan this week, and since Atelier Totori Plus was stealth released onto the PlayStation Network in the West yesterday, perhaps Meruru will show up too. Only this time, let’s hope Tecmo Koei actually announces their plans on localizing the game.