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  • Warhawk Fans Are Furious with Sony for Shutting Servers

    Didn’t give promised notice.

    The iconic PlayStation 3 multiplayer game Warhawk will go offline later this week, after Sony announced a new round of server shutdowns last month. However, some fans are frustrated that the platform holder’s only given 30 days of notice for the closure, when its original box art guarantees that the company will notify players 90 days prior to any retirement. This was also true of its Greatest Hits reprint.

    Here’s the manufacturer’s pledge in full:

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  • The Inventor of Spider-Man 2's Web Swinging Takes Spider-Man PS4 for a Spin

    But what does he think?

    When it comes to slinging webs across New York City, Marvel’s Spider-Man does a spectacular job, but it’s worth remembering when the mechanic became something special. Jamie Fristrom was the man responsible for the physics based swinging in 2004’s Spider-Man 2, the game often regarded as the best Spidey game thanks to that system. But what does he think of Insomniac’s effort?

    This new video answers exactly that question. Fristrom hadn’t played the game yet and didn’t know very much about it, so hearing his thoughts on the new game and how its web swinging feels is pretty interesting. It’s worth watching to get his perspective, but in case you don’t have the time: he likes it, particularly the dive bomb move on L3. It’s always a treat to get some industry insight.

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  • Jump in

    Xbox fans might remember the phrase, ‘Jump in’ from years past, or as recently as June of this year at E3, when we reintroduced it to gamers around the world. And whether you’re Team Xbox for life, or new to the family, we’re excited to invite all gamers to Jump in with a refreshed global brand campaign and a sneak peek at our latest ad, launching today.

    The campaign launches with four, unique films—Jumping, Friends, Racing and Everyone – that feature our community and our beloved game worlds and characters all converging together. It’s the ultimate celebration of fun through a shared love of gaming.

    The true power of gaming is more than just bits and throughput – it’s about the fun of gaming and the amazing things our community can do together. Jump in shines a light on all of the different ways our community games; whether you are watching a live stream on Mixer, scouring the internet for tips, attending a con with your clan, making new friends from across the globe with Xbox Live, or beating your own high score – there is something for everyone in this expansive community.

    Holding true to the roots of Jump in from years past, it reminds us that gaming is all about human energy, community, and fun.  It reminds us that we’re all born to play; that the very act of gaming is based on an intrinsic need. It’s how we learn, achieve and connect with others. Today, Jump in is an open invitation to all gamers and Xbox is committed to delivering more choice and to make gaming more accessible to more people with great games, new experiences, and more ways to play.

    Right-here-and-now, gaming is better than ever, more thrilling than ever, more diverse and inclusive than ever, and we’re definitely having more fun than ever. With our biggest Xbox One holiday bundle lineup ever tied to the season’s hottest games – Fallout 76, Fortnite, and Forza Horizon 4 among others – a stellar games lineup that includes thousands of titles, or an expansive catalogue of games with Xbox Game Pass, there has never been a better time to Jump in with Xbox.

    Please visit our official Xbox YouTube channel to view all of the Jump in campaign clips.

    See the rest of the story on Xbox Wire

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  • Xbox Game Pass: Dead Island: Riptide DE, Outlast, and More Arrive in Time for Halloween  

    Halloween is one of our favorite holidays here at Xbox Game Pass, it’s all about having some gourd honest skele-fun. This year we’re creepin’ it real and as part of our 2Spooky for Halloween event, we’re adding a bonus four games to your Xbox Game Pass catalog today. Getting this Halloween party startled will involve the apocalypse of Dead Island: Riptide DE, surviving the horror of Outlast, experiencing a digital plague in >observer_, and uncovering the horrific secrets in Hello Neighbor. If these games are your (blood) type, you’re all set for a Spooktacular (you can tell we’re having too much fun here) Halloween on Xbox Game Pass.

    And don’t forget, you can lift your spirits with over 100 more great games on Xbox Game Pass – you’ll find them on the Game Pass tab on your home console. Keep it tuned to @XboxGamePass on Twitter and Instagram for upcoming news and titles joining Xbox Game Pass, too.

    Let’s dive into the new games, coming to Xbox Game Pass, boo-day. 

    Dead Island: Riptide DE

    Are you ready to return to the Banoi Archipelago? Dead Island Riptide Definitive Edition continues the story of the survivors from Dead Island as they fight to survive the zombie apocalypse. Having escaped from the ruins of Banoi, fate has jumped in to drag them back into the mire. Our Dead Island Riptide DEDefinitive Edition gives you access to all the content produced for Dead Island Riptide and features remastered graphics to bring the undead to life. (Not available in Germany) 

    Outlast

    The rules of survival within the walls of the remote Mount Massive asylum are very simple: run, hide, or die. The nearly forgotten home for the criminally insane was recently re-opened by the transnational Murkoff Corporation whose activities have been hidden away under a strict code of secrecy. Miles Upshur, an independent journalist, decides to investigate into an anonymous tip, but quickly finds himself swallowed up by the deranged horrors that have taken over the asylum. Outlast is a first-person survival horror game that takes you on a journey through a nightmare that you may never wake from.

    Hello Neighbor

    Featuring an advanced AI that learns from your every move, Hello Neighbor puts you in the shoes of a curious resident who endeavors to figure out what horrible secrets their neighbor is hiding in the basement. With sandbox-style gameplay with plenty of environmental interaction and physics and a constantly evolving experience where the Neighbor’s AI counters your moves (and learns from what you do), this stealth horror game is sure to keep you on your toes.

    >observer_

    At its heart, >observer_ is a game about technology, culture, and the horror that can result from the convergence of humanity and tech. What would you do if your fears were hacked? Taking place in a cyberpunk version of Poland in 2084 where robotics, augmentations, and screens litter the landscape, >observer_ puts players in the shoes of a detective who must invade his suspect’s minds to gather evidence, reliving their fears in order to discover the truth.

    Don’t forget to check out even more 2Spooky titles in our Halloween collection**, already available as part of your Xbox Game Pass membership, including SinnerGraveyard KeeperDead Island DE, Dead Rising 3 and more!

    With over 100 great games for one low monthly price, including highly anticipated new Xbox One exclusives the day they’re released, plus more games added all the time, Xbox Game Pass gives you the ultimate freedom to play. If you haven’t tried Xbox Game Pass, join today and save $20 with a 3 Month membership for $10*.

    For all the latest Xbox Game Pass news, follow us on Twitter and Instagram. Until next month, game on!

    *Promotional offer only valid for new subscribers active on Xbox One in past 60 days. Limit: 1 offer per account; credit card required. Only valid, for a limited time in USA, UK, AU, and CA, excluding Quebec. After, subscription continues to be charged at the then-current regular monthly price (subject to change), unless canceled. Plus applicable taxes.

    **Available in US, CA, UK, AU

    See the rest of the story on Xbox Wire

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  • Guide: How To Have Yourself A Roaring Super Mario Party

    Make it a night (or afternoon) to remember.

    If you’ve never played a Mario Party game, you may be wondering what all the fuss is about. Well, wonder no longer, as today we’re going to take you through everything you need to know to have a successful Mario Party with Super Mario Party, whether you’re aged 8, or 88, or maybe some age in-between.

    First of all, and we can’t stress this enough, Mario Party is best with four real people. You can still absolutely have a blast with just two or three, but you’ll really be missing out if you never go the full four-player affair. Make sure the people you invite are into it as well; don’t force people into playing as it’s likely they may not enjoy themselves and could end up bring everyone else down as well. Willing attendees are an absolute must.

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  • Famitsu Teasing “Possible Revival” For A Cancelled Level-5 Game

    What could it be?

    The Japan-based developer and publisher Level-5 is best known by Nintendo fans for charming series like Professor Layton, Inazuma Eleven and in more recent times Yo-Kai Watch. Originally established in 1998, the company is now 20-years old.

    In celebration of Level-5’s 20th anniversary, Famitsu is teasing an interview with the company’s President Akihiro Hino in its next issue, due out on 25th October. According to the weekly Japanese publication, a “possible revival for a canceled title” is on the cards.

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  • Starlink Producer Reveals How Ubisoft Started Work On Star Fox Concepts Before Meeting With Nintendo

    “We just started working, but we were a little cautious”.

    Prior to the release of Starlink: Battle for Atlas, it was heavily publicised how Ubisoft’s collaborative efforts with Nintendo to include the Star Fox crew in the game all began at E3 2017 in a tiny room behind closed doors. This eventually led to the Starlink team being invited to Nintendo’s headquarters in Kyoto to present the game in front of Shigeru Miyamoto and the Star Fox team.

    In a recent interview, the game’s Producer Matthew Rose explained how after the initial back and forth exchanges between the two parties, the team at Ubisoft was so excited it began work on the Star Fox content immediately by drawing concepts and even making a 3D-printed model of Fox’s Arwing:

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  • All The Games Xbox Is Bringing To PAX Aus

    PAX Aus takes place this week in Melbourne, and now Microsoft has joined PlayStation and Ubisoft in announcing all of the games it will bring to the mega-show.

    Microsoft’s booth on the show floor will include more than 80 Xbox One X consoles, with unreleased games like Ori and the Will of the Wisps and Battlefield V available to play. For Battlefield V, this will be 32-player multiplayer on the Rotterdam map for Conquest mode.

    PUBG will also be playable, featuring the War mode on the new map Sanhok. What’s more, Microsoft will have Forza Horizon 4 available to play, while the company is also bringing an actual McLaren 720S to its booth to show off.

    A number of indie games will also be playable in Microsoft’s booth, including Tunic, Bendy and the Ink Machine, Supermarket Shriek, and Ashen.

    Outside of the playable games, Microsoft is hosting an briefing called “Xbox Presents: Gaming for Everyone” at the EB Live Stage on Friday, October 26 at 1 PM. What’s more, ID@Xbox boss Chris Charla will be on panel called Indie Dev Support: THE CSR of the Industry at 6 PM that day.

    Additionally, Xbox is partnering with the NEXT Exhibit to show off its new Adaptive Controller. The controller will also be available at the Diversity Lounge, where streamer Hand Solo will give a presentation.

    PAX Aus kicks off on October 26 with a keynote address by Rhianna Pratchett, who worked on the Tomb Raider reboot and its sequel, Rise of the Tomb Raider. She also wrote Mirror’s Edge, Heavenly Sword, and the Overlord series. During her PAX Aus keynote, she’ll be engaging directly with fans, answering questions about any number of topics.

    GameSpot’s theatre, the GameSpot Dropbear Theatre, will have programming running Friday through Sunday. We’ll be hosting panels on Fortnite’s coverage in the mainstream media, voice acting featuring actors from Telltale’s The Walking Dead and Fallout 4, and hacking a video game, among other topics. You can see the full programming lineup for the GameSpot Dropbear Theatre here, while a full list of every PAX Aus panel can be seen here.

    Also new for this year is that PAX Aus and another big-time Australian gaming show, the EB Expo, are joining forces. PAX Aus three-day tickets are sold out, but you can still buy single-day tickets for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday here on the event’s website.

    Xbox PAX Aus Games Lineup

    Xbox One Games

    • Ori and the Will of the Wisps
    • PUBG
    • Battlefield V
    • Forza Horizon 4

    ID@Xbox

    • Tunic
    • Supermarket Shriek
    • Ashen
    • Bendy and the Ink Machine

    Xbox Game Pass titles featured in the Xbox Lounge

    • Shadow of the Tomb Raider
    • Rocket League
    • Human Fall Flat
    • Halo 5
    • The Division
    • Quantum Break

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  • Forza Horizon 4: All Barn Find Locations And Vehicles (Spring Update)

    Forza Horizon 4: All Barn Find Locations And Vehicles (Spring Update)

    Forza Horizon is back for another year, and that means Barn Finds are back too. If you’re new to series, all you need to know is that as you play through Forza Horizon 4, you’ll periodically get a call telling you that there’s a beat-up old car somewhere for you to find on the map. This will unlock a particular Barn Find, and you’ll be given a rough area to search. But, it’s up to you to explore the zone and pinpoint the location of the barn yourself.

    Sometimes this is easy, and sometimes it can really tricky–barns can be in plain sight or hidden within a dense forest. But finding them is worth it–the rare and iconic cars will be restored over time and gifted to you for free, adding a nice boost to your Car Collection level. If you’re having trouble locating some of these Barn Finds, or just want to save yourself some time, this guide will help you find the exact location of the barns for particular cars.

    How To Use This Guide: We’ve provided screenshots of the barn locations on the world map, a photo of what it looks like in-game, and a shot of the restored car you’ll get. We suggest using these images along with Horizon’s Drone Mode (use RB to boost!) to quickly track these down.

    A Quick Note: Forza Horizon 4 features a version of Great Britain that has rolling seasons, which change every 7 real-world days. As such, there are a small handful of Barn Finds that are exclusive to Autumn, Winter, Summer, and Spring. At the time of writing, we’ve only experienced Autumn, Summer, and Winter, but we’ll update this guide with information about the other Barn Finds as the seasons change, so come back then!

    Additionally, there is one Barn Find that is exclusive to one of the game’s Properties, Bamburgh Castle, so you’ll have to cough up a cool 10 million Credits to buy and unlock that one. You may also encounter Barn Finds in a slightly different order to our list, but a quick reference of the World Map should let you know what you’re looking for.

    For more on Forza Horizon 4 be sure to read our review. We said that “Playground Games continues to excel at making the act of virtual driving exciting, approachable, and entertaining without sacrificing complexity.”

    1983 Audi Sport Quattro

    This B-Class Audi Sport is an All-Wheel Drive built for both road and rally. The barn is located within a forest just below Derwent Reservoir, as in, literally just below the “Derwent Reservoir” name on the world map.

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    1986 Ford Escort RS Turbo

    This Ford Escort is was limited to just 5000 models when it was released back in the 80’s. It’s a C-Class vehicle in Horizon 4, and you can find its barn at the peak of a mountain in the Scottish Highlands, west of Glen Rannoch. Make sure you bring an AWD to climb those inclines!

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    1993 Jaguar XJ220

    The XJ220 is built for racing and was the fastest production car from 1992-1993. It’s ranked S1, and you’ll find its barn tucked away on a private country road east of Ambleside.

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    1961 Jaguar E-Type S1

    This rare Series 1 version of the E-Type roadster is a C-class in Horizon 4. You’ll find the barn just off a dirt road in the south of Tarn Hows.

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    1997 Lotus Elise GT1

    Who left this one to rust? The Lotus GT1 touring car is an S1 vehicle and hidden just west of Horizon 4’s slate quarry.

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    1966 MG MGB GT

    A real British classic, the MGB is a D-Class car in a fetching gumboot green that will make you feel like you’ve gone back in time. This one’s hidden on a small hill on the edge of a strip of trees in Astmoor.

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    1965 Mini Cooper S

    Who doesn’t love a Mini? Well, anyone who needs luggage space, I guess. Regardless, this D-class version of the classic little car is hidden in a small valley on the far west of the map, on the southern end of Derwent Water.

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    1998 Subaru Impreza 22B STI

    Another classic rally staple, this 90’s WRX STI is only a B-class initially but is screaming for an upgrade. It’s hidden in a creepy part of Lakehurst Forest, by the side of a dirt road.

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    1962 Triumph Spitfire

    Yet another British classic, the Spitfire convertible doesn’t have a lot of grunt, but is perfect for relaxing country drives. This one is hidden very sneakily within a thick patch of bushes and trees just outside the Express Railyard, which we spent far too much time in during our hunt.

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    1998 TVR Cerbera Speed 12

    This high-performance concept car never went into production, but thanks to the magic of video games, you can own and drive one for free! It’s an S1 class vehicle, and its barn is located just east of the Greendale Airstrip.

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    Spring Season Exclusive – Ford GT40 MKI

    This monstrous Ford GT can only be found in spring. You’ll find the barn near the Moorhead Wind farm.

    Summer Season Exclusive – 1962 Peel P50

    The adorable little D-class Peel micro-car is only available during summer. It’s hidden in a forest between Ashbrook and Broadway, and perfect for those quick trips down to the shops.

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    Autumn Season Exclusive – 1960 Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato

    Like the name suggests, this Aston Martin is only available during the autumn season. Another 60’s classic, only around 25 of these things were produced. You can pick it up very easily just south of the Horizon Festival Site, in a nice open field.

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    Winter Season Exclusive – 1973 Land Rover Range Rover

    This hardy Range Rover is a great vehicle to tackle the ice and snow of Horizon’s Winter. You’ll find the barn on a small island in the middle of the Derwent Water lake, which is completely frozen over during winter.

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    Property Exclusive – 1930 Bentley Blower

    We’ll update this article when we can afford to spend 10 million credits on Bamburgh Castle. If you’ve saved up 10 million credits in Forza Horizon 4… well, that’s an amazing effort.

    What’s your favorite Barn Find in Forza Horizon 4 and how do you think it compares to previous Barn Find selections? Let us know in the comments below.

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  • Pokemon Go October 2018 Community Day Is Today: Start Time, Bonuses, And More

    Pokemon Go October 2018 Community Day Is Today: Start Time, Bonuses, And More

    Pokemon Go‘s next Community Day is almost here. Niantic’s monthly event returns this Sunday, October 21, giving players around the world another opportunity to capture rare Pokemon, take advantage of in-game bonuses, and even add a special move to their repertoire.

    While every Community Day lasts three hours, the particulars of each event vary by month. To help you get prepared, we’ve rounded up all the information you need to know about October’s Community Day below, from its start time in each region to the bonuses that are available and featured Pokemon you’ll be able to catch.

    What Is The Featured Pokemon?

    During each Community Day, one particular species of Pokemon will appear in the wild much more frequently than usual, giving you a chance to further fill out your Pokedex. While the newly added Gen 4 Pokemon may be on all players’ minds right now, the featured Pokemon this month is Beldum, a Steel/Psychic-type first introduced in the series’ Gen 3 games, Pokemon Ruby and Sapphire.

    Beldum is a highly sought after Pokemon, so you won’t want to miss your chance to catch as many as you can; not only is it fairly rare, it’s capable of evolving into Metagross, an especially powerful monster that would make a great addition to anyone’s team. You’ll also have a chance of finding a Shiny Beldum during the event.

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    There’s an added benefit to capturing as many featured Pokemon as you can. Typically, if you manage to evolve the monster into its final form before the event ends, it will learn a move it normally isn’t able to. Such is the case with this month’s Community Day; if you evolve Beldum into Metang and then Metagross during the event hours, it’ll learn the powerful attack Meteor Mash.

    Any Metang that evolves during the event will learn the move, even if you’ve obtained it before the Community Day began. However, it will only be able to learn the move if it evolves during the event, which means you’ll have a fairly brief window of opportunity to get the attack. Fortunately, this time Niantic is giving players one extra hour after the Community Day ends to evolve Metang and learn Meteor Mash, so you’ll have a little more time than usual to get it.

    What Time Does It Start?

    Unlike most of Pokemon Go’s other real-world events, which are typically hosted at a particular location, each month’s Community Day takes place during a specific window of time, meaning you can participate from anywhere. The event is also available around the world, although its hours will vary depending on your region.

    Regardless of where you live, the Community Day runs for three hours, during which time you’ll find increased spawns of the featured Pokemon and be able to take advantage of the featured bonuses. These hours are typically consistent each month, so if you’ve participated in previous events, you’ll already know when it’ll be available. If you’re new to the game or simply need a refresher on its schedule, you can see the event hours for each region below.

    North America

    • 11 AM – 2 PM PT
    • 2 PM – 5 PM ET

    Europe, Middle East, and Africa

    • 11 AM – 2 PM BST
    • 10 AM – 1 PM UTC

    Asia-Pacific

    • 12 PM – 3 PM JST

    What Other Bonuses Are There?

    On top of increased spawns of a particular Pokemon, Niantic always offers players a helpful bonus to take advantage of during the Community Day. This time, Pokemon Eggs will hatch at a quarter of the distance they typically require, meaning you’ll be able to hatch Pokemon four times as fast while the event is running. There’s also one recurring bonus in each Community Day: any Lure modules that are used during the event will remain active for three hours, rather than their typical 30-minute duration.

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