Upcoming Diablo 3 Patch 2.3.0 Introduces New Zone, Artifact
Blizzard will be implementing a number of new changes in Diablo III via the upcoming patch 2.3.0.
Most notably is the Ruins of Sescheron, an all-new zone taking place in a frozen land that once belonged to the Barbarians. Contained within this zone are new enemies, environmental hazards, and new points of interest.
Among these points of interest is the Tomb of King Kanai, where players can obtain the all-new Kanai Cube relic. The predecessor of the Horadic Cube, the Kanai Cube allows players to break down Legendary items and use their special effects as passive skills, convert crafting materials, and a number of other possibilities.
Crafting has been streamlined with the latest patch, with adjustments being made to crafting mats and the number of crafting recipes to allow for more fluid and dynamic crafting.
17 Huge Upcoming PC-Exclusive Games
We’re officially in the middle of a PC gaming renaissance. If you’re right on the bleeding edge you can experience high-end 4K-resolution gaming at an essentially unlimited frame rate. But even much more modest, console-priced PCs can run essentially any game on respectable graphics settings.
But like any piece of gaming hardware, the PC is only as good as the games that run on it. Luckily PC ports of virtually every major third party video game are available day one, and with a few exceptions, they’re increasingly high quality. PCs are also home to plenty of exclusives as well. Below are 17 high-profile PC-exclusive video games coming out in 2015 and 2016 you’ll want to keep on your radar:
Techland Pokes Fun at Destiny Red Bull Marketing
Earlier today, Activision announced a marketing partnership with Red Bull, and Dying Light developer Techland has taken to social media to make light of the marketing promotion.
The partnership, which allows Destiny players to earn additional XP by purchasing cans of Red Bull, serves as the butt of Techland's joke, which was posted in Twitter.
We're jumping on the latest trend in game marketing! #DrinkRightDyingLight > #DrinkForDLC pic.twitter.com/DQHr6MRFwi
The CW Premiere Dates: Flash, Arrow, iZombie, Supernatural and More
The CW has revealed premiere dates for its 2015-16 season, beginning in October. The network's most-watched series ever, The Flash, will return for Season 2 on Tuesday, October 6 at 8pm ET, followed by popular zom-com iZombie that same night at 9pm ET.
Meanwhile, Arrow: Season 4 will bow Wednesday, October 7 at 8pm ET, followed by the Supernatural: Season 11 premiere at 9pm ET.
Not included are the network's midseason series, including the new drama Containment, the third season of The 100 and the Arrow/Flash spinoff, DC's Legends of Tomorrow, whose debut dates will be revealed down the line, as those shows aren't expected to air until early 2016.
Spider-Man Confirmed for Cap: Civil War
Spider-Man will join the likes of Captain America, Iron Man, Black Widow, and other familiar Avengers onscreen next year during his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut in Captain America: Civil War.
Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter, Marvel Studios boss Kevin Feige confirmed Spidey's appearance and shared new information about the upcoming standalone Spider-Man film. Holland is expected "immediately" on the Atlanta set of Civil War.
"Well, we're producing it for Sony. It's exciting, and we're treating it like we treat all of our films," Feige said. "To try to make the best version now of Spider-Man and a version of Spider-Man that inhabits this universe that we've created. We're in lockstep with
NBA 2K16 Special Edition Announced
2K has revealed that the NBA 2K16 Special Edition will feature Michael Jordan on the cover.
The special edition of the basketball game also includes a Jordan NBA 2K16 poster, Jordan Fathead wall cling, digital Jordan shoes, T-Shirt, and jersey for MyPlayer, 30,000 virtual currency, and three emerald packs as well as a new special edition exclusive moments card for MyTeam VIP.
The Muppets and Once Upon a Time Heading to Comic-Con
ABC has announced both Once Upon a Time and their new The Muppets series will head to San Diego Comic-Con next month.
For the fifth year in a row, Once Upon a Time will return to Comic-Con with a panel moderated by Yvette Nicole Brown (Community, The Odd Couple) in Ballroom 20 from 10 to 10:45 a.m. July 11. Stars Ginnifer Goodwin (Mary Margaret Blanchard), Jennifer Morrison (Emma Swan), Lana Parrilla (Regina Mills), Josh Dallas (David Nolan), Emilie de Ravin (Belle French), Colin O’Donoghue (Captain Hook), Robert Carlyle (Mr. Gold), Rebecca Mader (Zelena), Sean Maguire (Robin Hood) will show up at the panel, along with executive producers Edward Kitsis and Adam Horowitz.
App Store Update: June 24
Every day hundreds of new apps make their debut on the App Store, and hundreds more are updated or reduced in price. We have sifted through the noise and highlighted those select few that might be worth your attention.
Note: The prices and deals compiled below are accurate at the time we published this story, but all are subject to change.
Bowling Central – (Free, Down from $2.99)
Back in the spotlight today is Bowling Central, as its price has just been dropped down to nothing – but in addition to that, it's also just received a major Version 2.0 update that adds over 40 new levels and a pair of fresh power-ups as well. Give it another look!
Comic-Con: WBTV’s DC Comics TV Show Keycards
Warner Bros. TV always has a huge presence at San Diego Comic-Con, from their many panels -- 18 in total this year -- to their highly sought after bags, featuring their shows, and even to the keys that get attendees into their hotel room.
For the seventh year in a row, WBTV's sponsorship will turn local hotel keycards into an SDCC collectible. This year, the focus is on the studio's DC Comics adaptations, with keys devoted to The Flash, Arrow, Gotham, Supergirl and Teen Titans Go! The studio notes that "Nearly 40,000 branded room keys will be available to fans at nearly 30 participating hotels."
Marvel Confirms All-New, All-Different Avengers Comic
While Marvel is currently in the midst of Secret Wars, one of their biggest crossover storylines in years, the publisher is already looking ahead to what's coming next. Once Secret Wars wraps up in October, the Marvel Universe will be reborn. A promotion known as "All-New, All-Different Marvel" will see roughly 60 new and relaunched series make their debut this fall. Each series will pick up eight months after the fallout of Secret Wars and offer a fresh jumping-on point for readers.
