Watch Dogs: The Eyes of the Machine

In the newest Watch Dogs video, witness the actions of Aiden Pearce in the city of Chicago through the eyes of the Central Operating System (ctOS). Players will assume the role of Aiden Pearce, a new type of vigilante who, with the help of his smartphone, will use his ability to hack into Chicago’s ctOS and control almost every element of the city. Aiden will be able to tap into the city’s omnipresent security cameras, download personal information to locate a target, control systems such as traffic lights or public transportation to stop a chase, and more. The city of … Continue reading Watch Dogs: The Eyes of the Machine

ShootMania Storm Gets New Spring Release Date

Today, Ubisoft and announced that ShootMania Storm, the online multiplayer first-person shooter, will be released on April 10. Starting February 12, the game will enter an Open Beta phase allowing the developers to receive more feedback from the community ensuring a higher level of polish before the release in April. Developed by Ubisoft’s Nadeo studio, ShootMania Storm follows the footsteps of TrackMania, Nadeo’s successful arcade racing game, to present a new dimension in first-person shooter. As part of the ManiaPlanet system, ShootMania Storm puts players at the center of their gaming experience. To date, players have created more than 15 … Continue reading ShootMania Storm Gets New Spring Release Date

GameStop Hosting Far Cry 3 Survival Vacation Contest

If the cold weather has you dreaming of a trip to an exotic beach getaway, you might get your chance with this month’s GameStop Epic Reward Giveaway. PowerUp Rewards Members are one step closer to paradise with the chance to win the Far Cry 3 VIP trip including: All-expense paid VIP journey to Belize Attend a guided hiking trip with acclaimed Mountain Hardwear athlete Mike Libecki Explore paradise with your jungle survival kit By purchasing Far Cry 3, any other game or accessory, or by making a trade at a GameStop store or online at www.GameStop.com throughout January, PowerUp Rewards … Continue reading GameStop Hosting Far Cry 3 Survival Vacation Contest

Composer Winifred Phillips Wins Award For Assassin’s Creed III

Game composer Winifred Phillips has been awarded a 2012 Hollywood Music in Media Award for her music score for the Assassin’s Creed III Liberation video game (Ubisoft). Phillips’ original score for Assassin’s Creed III Liberation has been described as "superb" by GameZone, "killer music" by MTV Multiplayer, "spectacular" by Hard Reset, "sweeping" by IGN, "fantastic" by Gaming Examiner, and "a stealthy success" by Kotaku. PikiGeek and Artastic Gaming hailed Phillips’ score as one of the best soundtracks of 2012. The music of the game was released as an official soundtrack by Ubisoft Music. The soundtrack is comprised of 26 tracks … Continue reading Composer Winifred Phillips Wins Award For Assassin’s Creed III

Assassin’s Creed III Launch Trailer

Watch the Assassin’s Creed III Launch Trailer now! Discover the extraordinary journey that will transform Connor into a Master Assassin and forever change the destiny of a nation. Set against the backdrop of the American Revolution, prepare to be drawn back into the centuries old battle between the Assassin’s Order and their sworn enemy, the Templars. http://www.youtube.com/watch/?v=cIbnrQ5lS7U Publishers: Ubisoft Platforms: PC, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360

Ubisoft Releases Four Part Assassin’s Creed III Documentary

Ubisoft and digital agency Modus Operandi have joined forces to create a multi-pronged engagement for the launch of Ubisoft’s revolutionary title Assassin’s Creed III. The campaign aims to excite the title’s massive fan base and expand the property’s reach to new audiences, especially those captivated by the game’s setting: the American Revolution. Central to this rollout is a new series, ‘Inside Assassin’s Creed III,’ a branded documentary that simultaneously explores both the game’s development (over three years in the making), and its historic and thematic foundations in the birth of a country. Unveiled in four parts, it was released episodically … Continue reading Ubisoft Releases Four Part Assassin’s Creed III Documentary

Assassin’s Creed III Incoming 31 October

Ubisoft has finally unveiled the new hero and setting for Assassin’s Creed III, which will hit stores on 31 October 2012. Dubbed as the most ambitious project for the series yet, gamers will be thrown into the late 18th century for a battle between the British Army and George Washington’s troops. Our hero is Ratohnhaké:ton, otherwise known as Connor. He is half Native American and half English and the latest Assassin to take on the Templars. The trailer doesn’t give much away, but Connor does use a dagger and a tomahawk, with a bow and arrow slung over his back. … Continue reading Assassin’s Creed III Incoming 31 October