DC Reveals Three More Arkham Knight Toys
DC Collectibles has revealed the upcoming third wave of action figures based on Batman: Arkham Knight. Series 3 will be adding three new faces to the company's already massive Arkham collection: Azrael, Man-Bat and Professor Pyg (who's getting his first action figure ever).
We have the exclusive first look at these three figures. Check them out below:
Each of the Series 3 figures will be priced at $25, with an expected release date of February 2016.
DC has already released the first wave of Arkham City figures (Batman, Harley Quinn, Scarecrow and the Arkham Knight), with the second wave (Catwoman, Nightwing, Robin and Commissioner Gordon) hitting stores in November. Gamestop also offers an exclusive Red Hood figure.
Microsoft Cutting 7,800 Jobs as it Restructures Phone Business
Microsoft has announced it will be cutting around 7,800 positions globally as part of a restructuring to its phone hardware business.
A post on the company's website explains the decision has been taken following the acquisition of Nokia's phone business last year. Microsoft is also writing off $7.6 billion following the purchase - it's worth remembering the original purchase of Nokia cost $7.1 billion.
The majority of the job losses are presumed to hit the mobile department as it's the only one mentioned, yet it's not clear if other arms of the business will be affected too. Last year Microsoft announced the layoff of 18,000 staff - it's unclear if today's news is part of that, or in addition to it.
Disney Infinity 3.0 Gets a Release Date
Disney Infinity 3.0 will release on August 28 in the UK, and August 30 in North America for PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360, Xbox One, and Wii U.
For those who don’t know, Disney Infinity 3.0 is all about Star Wars. This year’s starter pack comes equipped with the Star Wars Twilight of the Republic play set, a copy of the game and the base to transport figurines into said game, a web code for mobile content, and two figures: Ahsoka Tano and Anakin Skywalker.
Fans who pre-order a copy of the Disney Infinity 3.0 starter pack, the special edition, or the solus software ahead of release will nab themselves the new toy box takeover game piece free of charge at select retailers. It’s worth noting toy box takeover can be played online with up to four players, or locally with two.
The Talos Principle: Road to Gehenna Expansion Announced
Devolver Digital has announced an expansion for The Talos Principle, called Road to Gehenna, will launch on July 23.
The expansion adds four episodes to the title, containing some of the most challenging puzzles yet. Road to Gehenna sees you return to a hidden part of the simulation as Uriel, Elohim's messenger, and attempt to free trapped souls.
Late last year it transpired that users who obtained an illegal copy of the PC game were in for a surprising punishment.
The Talos Principle released on December 11 on Steam, and is coming to PlayStation 4 sometime in 2015. IGN's review for The Talos Principle praises the game for its "strong puzzle elements" and "heady philosophy."
Peanuts Movie: Snoopy’s Grand Adventure Game Announced
Activision has announced The Peanuts Movie: Snoopy's Grand Adventure will be released on PS4, Xbox One, Wii U, Xbox 360 and 3DS on November 6.
The side-scrolling platformer is being developed to release alongside the upcoming The Peanuts Movie, which is also out later this year.
Gameplay will revolve around Snoopy tracking down Charlie Brown and other Peanuts characters in an elaborate game of hide-and-seek. As he traverses various different worlds, Snoopy will uncover costumes based on his various different guises from Peanuts' 65 year history, each of which will imbue him with unique skills, like the ability to fly.
Co-op play allows a second gamer to jump in as Woodstock, distracting foes and opening new paths in a manner that seems similar to what we've seen in recent Rayman games.
Batman: Arkham Knight Batgirl DLC Trailer and Story Revealed
Warner Bros. has released the first trailer for the upcoming Batgirl DLC set to be released for Batman: Arkham Knight.
The DLC, titled Batgirl: A Matter of Family is set before the events of Arkham Asylum and marks the first time gamers have been able to take control of Batgirl in the series. It's worth noting the DLC is made by Arkham Origins developer WB Games Montreal, not series creator Rocksteady.
"When The Joker kidnaps Commissioner Gordon and holds him hostage at the Seagate Amusement Park, Batgirl and Robin must fight against the odds to save him and avoid falling victim to The Joker's sinister plan," reads the official synopsis. "Trained by Batman, Batgirl's combat combines with unparalleled hacking abilities to take down enemies, control objects and solve puzzles."
2 Heroes Reborn Games Will Act as Prequels
Two Heroes Reborn video games will be released this September to accompany the upcoming 13-episode mini-series on NBC.
Heroes Reborn, airing September 24, takes place five years after the end of the first show when Claire Bennet revealed her powers to the world, making the public aware of super-powered people. From what we’ve learned about Heroes Reborn, apparently the public didn’t respond too positively, so now people with powers are feared and hunted.
The two games act as a prequel to Heroes Reborn and share an overarching story by two writers on the show, overseen by Heroes creator Tim Kring. Key characters and plots will link the two games, so while you can play them separately, Heroes lovers can play both to get a richer experience.
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Completing the Same Metal Gear 5 Mission 4 Different Ways
Konami has released a new video of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain's "A Hero's Way" mission that was shown at E3, showcasing a further four ways to complete the objectives.
As creator Hideo Kojima promised, the new video shows a number of different approaches, including bringing along a different buddy, other types of equipment, or just using other methods entirely.
If you need a refresher, the E3 2015 demo is below. In this version, the mission is completed using Walker Gear.
Moving onto the new gameplay video, four chapters each around seven minutes in length detail a number of other approaches that can be taken to complete the mission.
It’s Japan vs USA, Once More With Robots
Hot on the heels of their Women's World Cup clash, Japan and the US may be in for another fight, this time with giant robots.
Having completed work on its Mark 2 model, US-based robotics company MegaBots issued a challenge late last month:
"Suidobashi, you have a giant robot, we have a giant robot. You know what needs to happen."
In the red, white, and blue corner - via CNN - the MegaBots Mark 2 weighs in at a staggering six tonnes, fires 3-pound paint cannonballs at speeds of over 100 miles per-hour, and requires two pilots. It’s said MegaBots plans to create a UFC-style sports league, albeit with robots instead of people. Think Robot Wars, only with mechs instead of motorised vacuums.