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Future Halo to boast ‘revolutionary multiplayer experiences’

By: Eddie Makuch Halo developer 343 Industries is looking to take multiplayer to new heights. A recent job advertisement at the studio calls for a multiplayer designer who will design and develop “revolutionary multiplayer experiences” for an upcoming Halo game. This game was not named, though Halo 5 and Halo 6 have been previously confirmed as part of the Reclaimer Trilogy. Microsoft also hasconfirmed Halo … Continue reading Future Halo to boast ‘revolutionary multiplayer experiences’

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Alan Wake dev reveals Xbox One-exclusive Quantum Break

By:  Eddie Makuch Alan Wake and Max Payne developer Remedy Entertainment today announced Quantum Break, an all-new game that will be exclusive to Microsoft’s just-announced Xbox One system. According to its announcement, Quantum Break “blurs the line between television and gameplay, integrating the two into one seamless, uniquely immersive experience.” Remedy Entertainment has been hiring for next-generation game development since March 2012. The studio’s most recent … Continue reading Alan Wake dev reveals Xbox One-exclusive Quantum Break

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Halo 4 pirates facing permanent XBL bans?

By: Eddie Makuch Gamers caught playing a pirated version of 343 Industries’ new shooter Halo 4 potentially face a permanent ban from Xbox Live. That’s according to one Reddit writer, who posted an email from Microsoft informing the user that “illegitimate prerelease title play” has yielded a permanent Xbox Live account suspension. A Microsoft representative was not immediately available for comment. Writing on the official … Continue reading Halo 4 pirates facing permanent XBL bans?

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Mass Effect Trilogy DLC detailed

By: Eddie Makuch One of the main questions that remained last week when BioWare announced the Mass Effect Trilogy was what gamers could expect in the way of downloadable content. BioWare has now answered that question, revealing offerings for every version of the compilation pack will differ. As detailed through the game’s website, the PC version of Mass Effect within the Trilogy will include the … Continue reading Mass Effect Trilogy DLC detailed

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Minecraft Xbox 360 sells 4 million

By: Eddie Makuch Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition is continuing to perform mightily. Developer 4J Studios has revealed through Twitter that the game has now sold 4 million copies since its record-breaking launch in May, driving $80 million in revenue. As of late July, Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition had sold 3 million copies. And in August, the game was moving 17,000 copies per day, bringing in … Continue reading Minecraft Xbox 360 sells 4 million

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Free Halo 4 armor for those who watch debates on Xbox Live

By: Eddie Makuch Presidential and vice-presidential debates begin this week for next month’s United States election, and gamers seeking to score new outfits for their Avatars may want to tune in. Microsoft has announced a new promotion that rewards gamers who watch debates through Xbox Live with free Halo 4Avatar armor. Interested gamers must join Microsoft’s Xbox Live Rewards program, and watch at least 30 minutes … Continue reading Free Halo 4 armor for those who watch debates on Xbox Live

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Castle Crashers launching on PC, Mac September 26

By: Laura Parker, Associate Editor Developer The Behemoth has finally announced a PC release date for its popular beat-’em-up Castle Crashers, and revealed that the game will launch on Steam for PC and Mac on September 26. The PC version of Castle Crashers will feature voice chat, achievements, gamepad and cloud save support, and local and online multiplayer. The game debuted on Xbox Live in … Continue reading Castle Crashers launching on PC, Mac September 26

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Bastion hitting iPad tomorrow

By: Eddie Makuch [UPDATE] Following the publication of this story, Supergiant Games confirmed Bastion for iPad. In an update to the company’s website, the developer said Bastion for iPad will launch tomorrow, August 30, priced at $5. For more on the new version of the game, check out the site and announcement video, embedded below. Original story follows below: Supergiant Games’ action role-playing game Bastion … Continue reading Bastion hitting iPad tomorrow

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New Skyrim Hearthfire DLC hits Xbox Live next week

By: Eddie Makuch The wait for new The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim content won’t be very long for some. Hearthfire, the role-playing game’s second batch of downloadable content is due out on September 4 on Xbox Live for 400 Microsoft Points ($5), Bethesda announced today. The content allows players to purchase land and build a home from the ground up. Players can furnish their abodes … Continue reading New Skyrim Hearthfire DLC hits Xbox Live next week

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Halo 4 Limited Edition bundles nine maps

By: Eddie Makuch, News Editor @ GameSpot Gamers looking forward to re-starting the fight have a new option to consider, as Microsoft today announced the Halo 4 Limited Edition. The premium bundle includes access to the War Games map pack, which includes nine new environments spread across three future multiplayer add-ons. A release schedule for the map packs will be unveiled at a later date. … Continue reading Halo 4 Limited Edition bundles nine maps

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