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Accessories specialist PDP has revealed a custom controller for upcoming fighting title Mortal Kombat X. The firm, which was previously behind the GameCube controller-like Fight Pads for Wii U, showed CNET’s Brian Tong the new peripheral. The controller will be released for both PS4 and Xbox One, with additional support …
Read More »Bayonetta 2 still on track for 2014
Wii U exclusive Bayonetta 2 is still due out in 2014. As part of its investor presentation Nintendo named both Bayonetta 2 and Monolith Soft’s X as part of Wii U’s 2014 release schedule for Europe, America and Japan. The Nintendo published title was announced in 2012. In June last …
Read More »Nokia reveals its X Android phones
Finnish mobile giant Nokia has, following a prolonged period of rumours, revealed three Android-based smartphones. The X, X+ and XL all use a Microsoft-centric version of Google’s OS and offers a number of other perks, such as pre-installed Skype with a month’s free call usage. The devices also hook up …
Read More »VIDEO: X Rebirth gets release date, promises radical overhaul
Cult PC developer Egosoft has at last confirmed what appears to be a firm release date for X Rebirth. The epic space exploration sim is scheduled for release on PC in North America on November 15th. The studio has also released a highly impressive trailer for the game that can …
Read More »NINTENDO: Monolith Soft continues Nintendo support with X
Acclaimed Japanese developer Monolith Soft is working on new titles for Nintendo platforms, starting with a new RPG currently titled X. The action RPG takes place in vast fantasy landscapes and sees players battling against monsters with a combination of swords, magic and Transformers-like mechs. The game is being directed …
Read More »New NeoGeo X handheld console confirmed
The rumoured NeoGeo portable is real and will launch in Q2 2012. UPDATED: New picture and revised game list. Video game accessories and retro console specialist Blaze has struck a deal with Japan’s SNK Playmore and US distributor Tommo to bring the NeoGeo X handheld console to market. It will …
Read More »Release date set for Street Fighter X Tekken
Publisher Capcom has announced that its IP-blending quasi-3D fighter Street Fighter X Tekken will be released in the UK on March 9th 2012. It will be available for both PS3 and Xbox 360. The US release date is March 6th. A new character for the title has also been confirmed …
Read More »Xbox Factor blamed for action film decline
The rising popularity of chick-flicks at the cinema has been blamed on what movie execs have dubbed the ‘Xbox Factor’. An increasing number of men and boys are shunning a night out at the movies for in favour of a night at home in front of the console, The Telegraph …
Read More »Microsoft has the X Factor
Platform holder Microsoft has announced that it has bought up an entire ad break during the November 14th episode of ITV’s reality TV show X Factor as it ramps up its pre-Christmas marketing activity. The time will be used to promote the recently launched Sky Player service as well as …
Read More »Just Flight soars despite Flight Simulator crash
Just Flight is optimistic about its business despite the loss of Microsoft’s Flight Simulator X developer ACES. Microsoft closed the studio last month, raising concerns over the future of its Flight Simuator series, for which Just Flight sells expansions. However, the studio’s closure is not a setback for the publisher. …
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