iOS 7.1 Released March 10, 2014
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A quick notice for Apple Device owners that Apple quietly released iOS 7.1 today to the iPhone and iPad. The new iOS update includes a slew of new features including CarPlay, improved HDR photo settings on iPhone 5s, performance on iPhone 4, and several more bug fixes.
Check your iDevice’s software update feature to see if your device is compatible with iOS 7.1. If you are planning to update your handheld on its own without connecting it to iTunes through your PC or Mac, it is about a 250MB download, depending on your device and how recent its software is. It also requires 2.5GB of free space.
If you’re planning to update the device though iTunes, you must download a 1.5GB update file on your computer, but you will not need 2.5GB of free space on your device. Make sure you have the most recent version of iTunes installed before performing the update.
Twitch.TV Streaming on Xbox One Activated March 10, 2014
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I think I may actually be breaking news about this tonight. Xbox One can now natively stream gameplay (with microphone and video commentary from the Kinect) from the new Xbox One Twitch.TV app. This feature was made possible with the recent Xbox One firmware update, but it required an updated Twitch.TV app to enable the feature. Today, that app is now live, and Xbox One owners can start broadcasting their games immediately. Just update your Twitch.TV app on your Xbox One, or download it now from the Xbox Live App Store if you do not yet have it installed.
Here’s a quick rundown of how to stream your gameplay.
All you will need is a free Twitch.TV account to stream your gameplay. You can get one here.
How to Update the Xbox One Controller March 9, 2014
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A extra feature of the March 2014 update was a firmware update for the Xbox One controller. From what I’ve heard, this new controller firmware was released in cooperation with Titanfall’s development team, and should make the controller work better and be more responsive, on top of making the controller compatible with Microsoft’s new Xbox One Stereo Headset.
Unfortunately, the controller does not automatically update with the Xbox One when the March 2014 is installed. You will need to do a few extra things to update your controller. However, it’s a simple process, and here’s how to do it.
inFAMOUS: Second Son Live Action Trailer March 7, 2014
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The highest profile Playstation 4 exclusive title is getting released later on this month. To commemorate the game’s impending release, this live-action trailer was posted up today. While it does not feature actual PS4 gameplay, having seen an actual live gameplay preview recently, I can assure you that the awesome move the game’s protagonist does at the end of the trailer is something you will be able to do in the game.
inFAMOUS: Second Son is coming March 21st, 2014 exclusive to the Playstation 4.
Watch Dogs Release Date March 6, 2014
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No this isn’t a repost. After two amazing E3 showings, and a delay of several months, UbiSoft has announced the release date for Watch Dogs, a very ambitious open-world game which allows you to use the urban environment you find yourself in an entirely new way. If you’re not familiar with the story of Watch Dogs, take a look at this new trailer.
Watch Dogs is coming May 27th, 2014 to the PC, Xbox 360, Xbox One, Playstation 3, and Playstation 4. A Wii U version is also in development and will be released later.
Happy 4th Anniversary, GameXcess.net! March 6, 2014
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I have no idea how it could have slipped by me. On March 4th, 2014, this site crossed it’s fourth anniversary. That’s right, we have been running strong for over four years!
On this occasion, I would like to thank the following people.
Tommy Tallarico and the Video Games Live organization for kindly considering us when the Video Games Live Level 3 Album released. You can check out our review of the new album here.
The Elite 3: xJerry64x, 1Kidsentertainment, and Nowacking for their support and inspiration. If you haven’t checked it out yet, their four year anniversary also passed recently, and to celebrate it, they have redone the second episode of their hugely successful Pokémon Bridged series. You can watch it here.
Princess Angel, for her support and creating the awesome new site logo.
And finally, I want to thank all of you, the site visitors, who read the articles, follow us on Twitter, and watch our YouTube Videos.
Xbox One March Multiplayer System Update Live March 5, 2014
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The second of two major system updates to the Xbox One’s Operating System is being phased in as I write this. The latest Xbox One update addresses several problems with the Xbox One’s interface, including the Party System, Friends Lists, and includes several other optimizations and bug fixes.
However, the biggest addition this new update will bring probably won’t get noticed immediatly. One of the first features that Microsoft showcased for the Xbox One at E3 last year was live game streaming, a feature that was not available in the Xbox One at launch (but is a feature of the Playstation 4). The System Update will allow game streaming from the Xbox One, and the feature will be available to users as soon as the Xbox One Twitch TV app gets updated some time next week.
Until then, check out this video from Xbox Live’s Major Nelson on all the new features.
South Park: The Stick of Truth Grand Wizard Edition Unboxing March 5, 2014
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Maniac unboxes the Xbox 360 version of the highly anticipated South Park RPG, The Stick of Truth. Based on the hugely successful and controversial South Park television show, South Park: The Stick of Truth serves as a parody, adventure game and RPG all in one. The Grand Wizard Edition has a thirty dollar premium over the regular version of the game and includes several DLC Costumes, a high quality statue of character Eric Cartman as he appears in the game, and a collectible map.
Let’s crack it open and see if it’s worth the purchase.
South Park: The Stick of Truth is out now for the PC, Xbox 360 and Playstation 3.
Batman: Arkham Knight Announced March 4, 2014
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The fourth and final game in the Batman: Arkham series has been announced. Following the events of Batman: Arkham City, this new game puts you back into the shoes of The Dark Knight as he protects the citizens of Gotham from the Scarecrow, Two Face, The Penguin, and Harley Quinn.
That’s right. This time, we get to drive the Batmobile.
Batman: Arkham Knight is coming this year to the PC, Xbox One and Playstation 4.
The Last of Us Podcast February 28, 2014
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Inspired by the recent release of the single-player expansion Left Behind, Maniac devotes this site podcast to talking about Naughty Dog’s PS3 Game of the Year, The Last of Us.
Over the course of the podcast, Maniac talks about the history of this new franchise, does an in depth dissection of the game’s story and tries to predict what the future will hold.
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