Xbox One February 2015 System Update Released February 6, 2015
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The first major system update in quite some time has just been released and Xbox One owners can download it right now.
Take a look at all the new features.
The new update is not currently required to download in order to use the Xbox One, but you can manually download it through the Xbox One’s Settings App.
A new controller firmware update was released along with the new dashboard. Make sure to update your controllers as well. To update your controller you will need a USB 3.0 cable, but if you have an Xbox One play and charge kit, the cable included with that kit will work just fine.
Let’s Play Life is Strange Episode 1 With Video Commentary February 2, 2015
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On the day of the game’s launch, Maniac did a live video stream of the entire first episode of the multiplatform episodic adventure game Life is Strange. The stream was quite popular and people watching it asked a lot of questions and gave some great advice.
This footage was entirely streamed from the Playstation 4. It is presented with video commentary and a transcript of the live comments Maniac was getting as he played.
Just be aware, this is a complete playthrough so if you want to avoid spoilers, give it a miss until you have played the game yourself.
Life is Strange is out now on the PS3, PS4, PC, Xbox One and Xbox 360.
Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Free Through Games With Gold February 1, 2015
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The Xbox Live Arcade title Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons from Starbreeze Studios is free for the first half of this month to all current Xbox Live Gold Members. Since it is an Xbox Live Arcade title, you can download the full version right now or (if you already downloaded the demo version of the game) upgrade the demo to the full version for no cost. The game will continue to remain free until January 15, 2015. One day later, Sniper Elite V2 will take its place and be offered as free download instead.
Like with all Games With Gold titles on the Xbox 360, once downloaded, the game will remain as a legal purchase on your Xbox Live account, and you will be able to redownload or replay it even if your Xbox Live Gold account expires. The game will take up just over 600MB of storage space.
Life is Strange Episode 1 Launch Trailer January 31, 2015
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Yesterday, game developer DONTNOD released the first episode of their five part adventure game Life is Strange. Take a look.
We did two lets plays of the first episode on our Official Twitch Channel yesterday. They are currently under review and may get posted up on the site this weekend.
Life is Strange Episode 1 is out now for PC, Xbox One, PS4, PS3 and Xbox 360.
New episodes are expected to be released every 60 days. Episode 2 currently has a release date of March 2015.
How to Get Free Legendary Pokemon in Pokemon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire January 31, 2015
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Nintendo has started to distribute three legendary Pokémon to all players of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire free of charge. If you are a Pokémon Trainer who would like to get your hands on these exclusive Pokémon, here’s how you can obtain them.
First off, you will need a copy of Pokémon Omega Ruby or Pokémon Alpha Sapphire and a 3DS/2DS with online access. Boot up the game and go to the Secret Code area in the game menu.
To unlock Emboar, input the Secret Code: POKEMON500
To unlock Serperior, input the Secret Code: POKEMON497
The codes are valid until November 30, 2015.
The third Pokémon released through this promotion, Samurott, is expected to be released later today in the Pokémon Trainer Club Newsletter.
Life is Strange Developer Diary 3 January 29, 2015
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We are just a day away from the release of Life is Strange and to celebrate the impending release the game’s developers have released the third and final development diary of the game’s first episode. It is obvious that the game’s developers are hoping to tell a more personal, nostalgic story with this game. Take a look and judge for yourselves.
We are planning to stream a Let’s Play of Life is Strange at some point tomorrow on our Official Twitch Channel!
Life is Strange Episode 1 is coming tomorrow to PC, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS3 and PS4. Five episodes in total are planned. New episodes are expected to arrive every sixty days.
iOS 8.1.3 Released January 29, 2015
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A minor system update for iOS powered devices has been released early this morning. The new update, iOS 8.1.3, fixes several issues with the iPhone and iPad. Without a doubt the most popular fix included in this update is the lowered memory requirements for future software updates. Many users suffering from low storage space have been complaining for quite some time at the large amount of free space that Apple requires when performing a system update without iTunes assistance and this update will hopefully reduce the amount of free space your Apple iDevice will require when performing updates in the future. It also improves gestures in the iPad and other stability improvements.
iOS 8.1.3 is out now and can be installed on all iOS 8 devices including the iPhone 4s, 5, 5s, 5c, 6 and 6 Plus models, as well as several models of iPad including the iPad with Retina, iPad Air, iPad Air 2, and the iPad Mini series. The update is free.
Let’s Play The Last of Us Remastered January 28, 2015
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About a week ago, Maniac did a Let’s Play of the first chapters of Naughty Dog’s The Last of Us. Developed by the same studio famous for the Playstation hit series Uncharted, The Last of Us is considered to be one of the best games of 2013, and PS4 owners can play it in 1080p at 60 frames.
Why is this game so good, and what information does Maniac have about this game? Let’s give it a look and find out.
The Last of Us is out now on the Playstation 3 and The Last of Us Remastered is also out now for the Playstation 4.
Grim Fandango Remastered Launch Trailer January 28, 2015
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The launch of Grim Fandango Remastered was not without its problems today, as Sony did a horrible job servicing anyone who preordered this game on the PlayStation Network. However, even with all of its launch problems, it is still without a doubt one of the best adventure games ever made.
Thankfully, the launch has passed and the game is now finally up for download on the PC, Vita and PS4 at your preferred digital distribution platform of choice (PSN, Steam, GOG) for the first time in nearly twenty years. Here’s the game’s official launch trailer.
Grim Fandango Remastered is out now for PC, Mac, Linux, PS4 and PS Vita.
Sunset Overdrive Day One Edition Unboxing January 26, 2015
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In 2007, I bought a Playstation 3 just so I could play one of its launch titles, Resistance: Fall of Man. The console floundered in its first year due to its high price but Insomniac Games provided me a reason to buy a Playstation 3 within its first year on the market.
Now, one year into the lifespan of the Xbox One, Microsoft bet on Insomniac Games to produce a console exclusive title players will be talking about. Insomniac provided all the staples they are famous for, unusual weapons, an art style that stands out, and a great amount of polish.
I may be a little late to this party, but I am happy to say that I finally arrived. This is Sunset Overdrive Day One Edition for the Xbox One.
Sunset Overdrive is out now exclusively on the Xbox One.
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