The Call of Duty Elite iOS App Is Now Available
Firstly, Call of Duty Zombies invaded the App Store and we had a ball killing the undead with the touch of a screen, now we have the Call of Duty Elite app at our finger tips to keep us up-to-date on the move. Similar to the service you can get on your Xbox 360 and PS3 (coming soon to PC), the app delivers lifetime statistics from Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, as well as a multitude of social-networking options.
The app, which launched today following numerous delays, includes the following features;
- Check your Career Summary for deep details on your multiplayer activity. Analyse your progress over time to see which areas you need to improve in and which areas you excel in.
- Review Recent Matches to track your performance on a match-by-match basis.
- View and edit your Custom Classes on the go. Push your changes into the game so you’re ready to play the moment you load up multiplayer.
- Track our Challenge progress to help you work toward the highest XP gains.
Interested? If you click right here you’ll be taken straight to the App Store, that or Narnia I really can’t be sure.
The Latest UK Video Games Chart
Push Start is going to start providing you with the UK’s gaming habits. The titles below are what gamers of the UK are playing right now… or at least what they were playing last week. We’ll aim to provide you with this information every Monday.
January 1St – 7th
1. FIFA 12
2. Battlefield 3
3. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
4. Just Dance 3
5. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
6. Zumba Fitness
7. Need For Speed: The Run
8. Saints Row: The Third
9. RAGE
10. Assassin’s Creed: Revelations
11. Forza Motorsports 4
13. Zumba Fitness 2
14. Mario Kart 7
15. Mario & Sonic London 2012 Olympic Games
16. Super Mario 3D Land
17. Football Manager 2012Sonic Generations
18. Kinect Sports: Season 2
19. Rayman Origins
20. EASports Active 2
Aliens: Colonial Marines Collectors Edition Revealed
Looking at the image you will notice that it appears there will be 3 exclusive in-game multiplayer weapons, a new game mode, a dossier and a resin display model to bog at. Aliens: Colonial Marines is due this spring.
The picture of the Collector’s Edition was pulled from the Internet but that’s what ‘save picture as’ and print screen buttons are for. It’s due for Xbox 360, PS3, PC, Nintendo 3DS and the WiiU
Netflix Arrives in the UK and Ireland
Today it was announced that the popular entertainment streaming service Netflix would be crossing the pond. Yup, if you’re living in the UK or Ireland and you’re willing to be separated from £5.99 a month you can access Netflix and its bountiful selection of films and TV programmes. If you’re not quite sure about the service and in need of a little persuasion then you’ll be happy to know that the first month is free for everyone across multiple platforms, all you need to do is head over Netflix.com. If you’re wondering what devices support Netflix then look no further than about an inch below this paragraph;
- Smart TVs
- Game Consoles (Wii, 360, PS3)
- Blu-ray Players
- Laptops
- Tablets
- Mobile Phones
“We are starting 2012 in the best possible way: by giving consumers in the UK and Ireland an amazing entertainment experience,” said Reed Hastings, co-founder and chief executive officer of Netflix. “Now, you can enjoy as many great films and TV programmes as you want, when you want, where you want, for one low monthly price with no contracts or commitments.”
At launch, Netflix is offering films and TV programmes from All3Media, the BBC, CBS, Channel 4’s 4oD, Disney UK & Ireland, ITV, Lionsgate UK, MGM, Miramax, Momentum Pictures, NBCUniversal, Paramount, Sony Pictures Entertainment, Twentieth Century Fox and Viacom International Media Networks, there will be more than enough to satisfy anyone that is thinking of adopting the service into their home.
E3 2012: The Console Wars
According to MCV, all three of the next generation consoles are to appear at this year’s E3 event… let the next battle begin! Now we knew a while back that we could expect to see Nintendo’s Wii U to show its face but to see the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3’s successors make an appearance this year will be a real treat. To put some perspective on how huge this is, in the 17 year history of E3, 2012’s event will be the first year ever to showcase three rival consoles at the same time.
It’s been rumoured for a while that Microsoft had planned to reveal their next generation console at this year’s E3 but MCV’s third-party publishing sources has confirmed that the firm had signalled to its partners that this will happen. The real surprise however is Sony’s reaction. Executives at the PlayStation firm have made it clear that they will not be left behind this time.
Nobody really know what sort of detail will be revealed for either of the new consoles but we can keep our fingers crossed and hope that, whatever is announced, that it will be music to our collective ears.
Review: GTA III 10 Year Anniversary (iOS/Android)
When I heard that Rockstar Games were porting one of their all time greatest games over to the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch, I 
was more than a little sceptical, and for good reason. Now, unless you’ve been hiding under a rock for the past ten years, then you’ll all be pretty familiar with the Grand Theft Auto franchise, but for those who aren’t, I’ll provide a quick rundown of the third instalment.
Originally released on October 1st 2001 for the PlayStation 2, GTA III is set in the infamous Liberty City, a fictional metropolis loosely based on New York City. The game follows the story of the equally infamous Claude, a criminal who was betrayed by his girlfriend during a bank heist and who is now required to work his way up the crime ladder of the city before confronting her. Obviously, as this is a direct port, the 
portable edition hasn’t deviated from story, so you’ll experience the same plot points, missions and characters you did when you first played GTA III all those years ago.
Graphically, GTA III: 10 Year Anniversary is surprisingly good. The iOS port mirrors, if not betters the graphics of the original PlayStation 2. The cut scenes look and feel the same and really hit you with a nostalgia factor that very few games can provide these days. One of my initial concerns was that because of the smaller screen the graphics and general look of the game would feel limited, but I’m happy to say that I was wrong. At this point I should probably mention that I played GTA III on the iPhone 4S and would recommend that if you have the choice to play it on either an iPhone or an iPad then 
go for the latter, primarily due to the extra space that the bigger screen provides, so the onscreen controls don’t obscure the gameplay as much.
With regards to the controls of GTA III, it’s really a mixed bag. Sadly, I really struggled to get to grips with the way in which you manoeuvre Claude around Liberty City. It was simple enough to walk around on foot but when it came down to the fast car chases, drive-bys and races, it became just that little bit more… fiddly, for the lack of a better word. As you can see below, the on-screen buttons on the bottom left of the screen are used to manoeuvre your car around the city. You can also take advantage of the iPhone’s gyroscope controls, although these can sometimes interfere with your driving skills with the touch buttons if you’re not holding it exactly horizontal. When walking, you’re provided with an on-screen analogue stick, but these controls can be mixed and matched in the options menu. 
The part where the iOS version really does come unstuck is the Auto Aim function. When confronted by more than one or two enemies, which is often, you’re put at a serious disadvantage as you struggle to shoot at the correct person.
When it comes down to GTA III’s audio, I was left wanting. Using both the default iPhone headphones and the internal iPhone speakers, I felt that the audio of the cut scenes in particular sounded tinny. The ambient noise of the city, mixed in with the odd gunshot, didn’t seem as affected, which is one good thing. It may not be the most important aspect of a game like this, but it can certainly make a difference when playing for long periods of time.
Overall, I think that Rockstar’s iOS port didn’t quite live up to the masterpiece they delivered to the PlayStation 2 but in all honesty, who expected it to? Despite the controls, I believe that GTA III: 10 Year Anniversary is definitely worth your consideration.
Score: 7/10
GTA III 10 Year Anniversary Edition is currently available from the iOS AppStore and the Android Marketplace. Due to the game’s size and scope, it’s recommended that you play on one of the supported devices below -
Apple iOS Devices: iPad 1 & 2, iPhone 4 & 4S, iPod touch 4th Generation
Android Phones: HTC Rezound, LG Optimus 2x, Motorola Atrix 4G, Motorola Droid X2, Motorola Photon 4G, Samsung Galaxy R, Sony Ericsson Xperia Play, T-Mobile G2x
Android Tablets: Acer Iconia, Asus Eee Pad Transformer, Dell Streak 7, LG Optimus Pad, Motorola Xoom, Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 and 10.1, Sony Tablet S, Toshiba Thrive
‘Tekken 3D Prime Edition’ European Release Date Confirmed
Joining Dead Or Alive, Street Fighter and Blaz Blue, Tekken 3D Prime Edition will soon be adding to the already impressive selection of figthing games for the 3DS.
Arriving early next year on the 17th February 2012, Namco Bandai and Nintendo will join forces to bring this popular fighter to our shores.
The press release is below, followed by a trailer -
21st December, 2011 – Good news for European fans of action-packed fighting games, Nintendo and NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. have today confirmed that they have entered into a new distribution agreement for the forthcoming game TEKKEN™ 3D PRIME EDITION, scheduled for release exclusively on Nintendo 3DS across Europe on 17 February 2012. Under the terms of the agreement Nintendo will be responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of the game throughout European territories and Australia, with NAMCO BANDAI Games Europe S.A.S. remaining as the publisher.
TEKKEN 3D PRIME EDITION for Nintendo 3DS will see the famous King of Iron Fist Tournament fought in 3D for the first time, with the unique functionality of the Nintendo 3DS delivering a more realistic and dynamic TEKKEN™ experience. Players will choose from a selection of more than 40 characters and do battle on totally new stages alongside others redesigned especially for Nintendo 3DS. TEKKEN 3D PRIME EDITION will make the most of the Wi-Fi functionality of the Nintendo 3DS, and deliver fast-paced dynamic battles with impressive graphics running at a high frame rate.
For the first time on Nintendo 3DS, a full-length CG movie will be available on the game cartridge. TEKKEN Blood Vengeance is produced by Digital Frontier (Resident Evil: Degeneration, Death Note, Appleseed) and directed by Youichi Mouri (opening movies for TEKKEN 5 and TEKKEN 6: Bloodline Rebellion). Taking the history and legacy of the TEKKEN universe into a full-length CG movie, TEKKEN Blood Vengeance will be included on the TEKKEN 3D PRIME EDITION cartridge, in full 3D.
TEKKEN™ 3D PRIME EDITION, will be available across Europe on 17 February 2012 exclusively on Nintendo 3DS. For more information about this and other features, visit www.nintendo.co.uk and www.namcobandaigames.eu
Devil May Cry HD Collection Release Date Confirmed
It seems like HD reboots and higher resolution collections are becoming a new trend within the gaming industry, here’s something else to add to the pile. A release date has finally been confirmed for the Devil May Cry HD Collection. Capcom’s latest release will hit the shelves April 3rd, 2012 in Europe and North America, adding to the already busy period. The HD Collect will include the first Devil May Cry, Devil May Cry 2 and Devil May Cry 3: Dante’s Awakening Special Edition. The collection will also feature some bonus content and support for Trophies and Achievements, meaning it will be available on both PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.
Skyrim Gets Special Xmas Sale For Consoles
Christimas is only a few weeks away, and what a better way to get excited for Xmas with a cheap copy of Skyrim for your consoles?
Game and Gamestation are currently offering the brand new and exceptional title SKYRIM for the microscopic price of £22.49! If your still unsure about this amazing offer check out our review.
For GAME – this is ONLY a daily deal and will be running only today (07/12/2011)
For GAMESTATION – this is a longer running deal and will be available from today until Wednesday 14th December!
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Catherine European Release Date Confirmed For Valentines Day
Deep Silver today announced that Catherine will finally be getting her European release date.
Both the limited “Stray Sheep Edition” (containing the Rave-T-Shirt that Vincent wears in the game, two Stray Sheep bar-themed coasters, a Catherine poster that is exclusively available in this edition, all served in a pizza delivery box from the Stray Sheep Bar as packaging) and the standard edition will be released in Europe on this date. The “Stray Sheep Edition” of Catherine will have a price of £54.99, the standard edition will be available for £49.99.
Catherine will be released in PAL territories for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, and the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft. Catherine will feature localised text in French, Italian, German and Spanish.
Catherine will be launching on February 10, 2012
