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AR Defender 2 Augments Your Reality

The 3DS isn’t the handheld that can do augmented reality!…ok, it can do it in 3D…but that’s not the point! The point is that come December 13th, iOS and Android users will be able to download AR Defender 2 for FREE.

AR Defender 2 is a tower-defence game developed by int13 and published by BulkyPix. The game is able to be switched between augmented reality mode and in-game visuals only at the flip of a virtual switch. The augmented reality mode works thanks to a simple visual marker, that can be printed out on paper (seen below).

AR Defender 2 features solo and co-op (via Wi-Fi) modes. With 9 towers and 6 heroes to choose from, each with their own unique abilities, you’ll turn the cartoonish environments into a real battlefield. Whether causing destruction by flamer, tower-repairing, calling on aerial bombardements or hacking enemy units, you’ll experience an immersive strategic playground with AR Defender 2.

The official features list includes:

  • Unlock 6 heroes with their own skills for a different game experience.
  • 9 types of towers to defend your position.
  • More than 15 enemies attack your base.
  • 40 levels divided in 4 virtual levels… or as many as you want of in reality backgrounds!
  • Play up to four players simultaneously with Wi-Fi.
  • Leaderboards.
  • Universal App Retina display and iPhone 5.

For more first screens and more, view the gallery below.

Raiden Legacy released on iOS and Android

Get your Retro on with DotEmu as Raiden Legacy is out for both iOS and Android platforms, including 4 titles from the exceptionally popular Raiden Arcade series. Included within the awesome new compilation is Raiden, Raiden Fighters, Raiden Fighters 2 and Raiden Fighters Jet all based on the classic side scrolling shooters. Protect the Earth from the evil Crassanians with the help of Raiden, the World Alliances Supersonic attack fighter.

Each title which has been fully upgraded for todays mobile technology has 3 different modes, Arcade, Mission and Training which allows players to retry and replay their favourite levels. With over 15 different ships all with their own unique weapons and stats as well as 2 different modes of play allowing for enhanced or original play Raiden Legacy will tantalise both retro gamers and those wanting a solid mobile title.

Raiden Legacy is available for both iOS and Android

Capsule Computers Podcast Episode 067 – Dropping The Kids At The Pool

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Hi Everyone! Benjamin “LinkageAX” here and welcome to our new and improved gaming podcast! You’ll notice that we’ve shaken the core concept up a bit and that we’ve shaven a few minutes off the total running time. This means that you get a more streamlined podcast based around things that are relevant and current.

Please enjoy our second show of this format.

Cast: Philip Federico, Travis Bruno, Brad Webster; hosted by: Benjamin Webb.

Music for this podcast is from: Conkers Bad Fur Day – Sloprano

Thanks for listening and let us know what you think!

 

 

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Send all your video game or podcast questions, hints, suggestions, answers to questions and feedback to [email protected]

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Special Mention to our partners over at Razer, us here at Capsule Computers we are geared by gamers, for gamers.

 

STORIES COVERED IN THIS PODCAST:

Points of Interest:
Brad:

https://www.capsulecomputers.com.au/2012/11/assassins-creed-iii-thanksgiving-patch-detailed/
https://www.capsulecomputers.com.au/2012/11/dmc-devil-may-cry-vergils-downfall-launch-trailer/

Masterabbott:

Asura’s Wrath
https://www.capsulecomputers.com.au/2012/11/faces-of-evil-resident-evil-6/

Travis:

https://www.capsulecomputers.com.au/2012/11/playstation-plus-comes-to-the-vita-with-a-number-of-free-games-on-nov-19th/
https://www.capsulecomputers.com.au/2012/11/final-fantasy-xiv-ends-dramatically-with-a-stunning-cg-trailer/

Myself:

https://www.capsulecomputers.com.au/2012/11/call-of-duty-is-really-the-best-gaming-franchise-ever/
https://www.capsulecomputers.com.au/2012/11/wii-u-has-officially-launched-in-the-u-s/

Thanks for listening. Copyright Capsule Computers Pty Ltd – All Rights Reserved.
All Other Samples Are Copyright And Property Of Their Official Copyright Holders.

Meet Far Cry 3’s “Voices Of Insanity”

Ubisoft didn’t just look for good voice actors for Far Cry 3, they looked for the true embodiment of the island’s characters. Actually, they found the characters themselves.

Ubisoft have released these two videos; insights into the video recording sessions with the island’s main “Voices of Insanity”, the drugged up, self-destructive Doctor Earnhardt and the criminally insane and legitimately creepy killer Vaas. Enjoy.

Doctor Earnhardt

Vaas

Far Cry 3 is out now, in Australia and worldwide. Capsule Computers will have our own review up very shortly.

Skylanders thriving in their new mobile homes

The success of the Skylanders continues on mobile devices with the addition of more content that is sure to please even the most die-hard of Skylanders fans. Skylanders Battlegrounds is an entirely new Skylanders RPG adventure specifically designed for mobile devices, featuring 20 huge levels and 2 bosses on release with many more coming through free app updates as well as players being able to control 2 Skylanders at once. Skylanders is all about seeing your beloved characters come to life on screen, whether that be on your Plasma or now on your mobile as Activision introduce the Battlegrounds Starter pack with a blue tooth Portal of power for those on the move.

Skylanders Lost Islands is now also available for digital download exclusively from the iTunes App store. Lost Islands is more of a resource and character management game giving players a chance show their creative side and customise their own Skylands environment. Additionally the Skylanders Cloud Patrol continues to soar as a popular iOS title with a much anticipated new update that introduces Daily Showdowns into the mix. Challenge and taunt your friends into a Showdown and beat them to earn valuable in game currency, all made possible thanks to ACTIVATE, the online gaming service which delivers extended online features such as cloud storage for toy collections and save games across iOS devices.

Skylanders Battlegrounds Starter Pack is available through target for $59.95 and includes the much sought after blue tooth portal of power as well as Jet Vac, Series 2 Cynder and Double Trouble and is fully compatible with all existing characters. It will also include a digital treasure chest loaded with goodies such as currency and experience, essential for surviving in Skylands. The stand alone app is available digitally for $7.49.

For more information please visit www.skylanders.com/mobilegames

PlayStation Australia’s Ultimate All-Star Fan Decided

After a long and grueling competition, it seems that the ultimate Playstation Ultimate All-Star challenge to find the biggest fan of the game has concluded. This competition saw competitors competing against each other in a tournament over the course of many days in the multiplayer component of the Playstation All-Stars Battle Royal game thing (I’m not the Playstation guy).

The winner of this tournament was none other than Joshua Whittington from NSW, Australia. Congratulations Josh! On the victory Joshua had this to say –

“It’s so great to be named the PlayStation All-Stars number one fan, ever since I was a little kid I’ve been playing PlayStation games so to be a part of something like this is really cool,” said Joshua.

He continued, “It’s been a gruelling couple of weeks with a lot of work and strategy going into this competition, but now I’m number one and it’s a great feeling! Thank you to PlayStation Australia for hosting this competition and to everyone else for making this such a fun experience.”

It’s great seeing gaming publishers host tournaments such as these as it appeases the competitive edge of so many gamers. I would love to see more support from the industry competitively.

Hitman Absolution Deus Ex DLC Announced

Earlier today Eidos and Square Enix announced the upcoming DLC for Hitman Absolution taken from the Deus Ex universe. This DLC is called Hitman Absolution: Deus Ex and it adds a new costume for Agent 47 as well as an iconic weapon taken from the future.

Each item in this DLC set will cost the player 80MSP on the X360, or roughly $1.00 on the PSN and PC platforms. Along with this reveal is a pretty cool trailer, but I have to admit that Adam Jensen does the look a whole lot better than our notorious assassin.

Be sure to check out the trailer below.

Aksys raises nearly $13K for Hurricane Sandy relief

Some of you may recall that in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, Aksys Games began a fundraiser linked to their recently released Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward title where the company would sell off the highly sought after watches for $19.99 and all proceeds from these sales would be donated to the American Red Cross for Hurricane Sandy Relief Efforts.

Well today Aksys Games announced that their fundraiser managed to reach nearly $13K and have donated $12,920.00 to the American Red Cross. In fact the outpouring of support for their fans, and perhaps need for the watches, resulted in the watches selling out in 24 hours.

“Call Me Maybe” Comes to Dance Central 3

Ever wanted to dance around your living room to Carly Rae Jepsen’s song “Call Me Maybe” and actually earn points for it? Well now you can! This time tommorrow, players will be able to download the hit song for Dance Central 3 from either the in-game store or the Xbox Live Marketplace. Featuring dance moves choreographed by Spikey Soria, “Call Me Maybe” has sold over 10 million copies in regular digital download, making it one of the best selling digital singles of all time.

Players can get their hands (or dance shoes) on the new song tomorrow for just 240 Microsoft Points. Only time will tell however whether or not this song will be able to outsell the game’s previous DLC, PSY’s “Gangnam Style” which still holds a top place on today’s dancing charts.

Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods Storyline Revealed!

Toei have revealed the plot outline of the upcoming and hotly anticipated Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods movie through  their official website. The story section reads as follows:

“The story is set several years after the battle with Majin Buu. Bills, the god of destruction who has maintained the balance of the universe, has awakened from a long slumber. Hearing rumors of a Saiyan who defeated Freeza, Bills comes looking for Goku.

Excited that a powerful opponent has appeared after so long, Goku ignores King Kai’s advce and challenges Bills in a battle. However, Goku is no match for Bill’s overwhelming god-like power and is easily defeated. Bills leaves after uttering an ominous message, “Is there anyone on Earth more worthy to destroy?” Will Goku and the others really be able to stop the God of Destruction?!”

It’s certainly an interesting plot for a Dragon Ball Z film and the main antagonist Bills is shaping up to be quite a tough opponent for the Z Warriors.

Let us know your thoughts on the storyline of Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Gods in the comments section below.