Yakuza 5 Release Window Announced

UDPATE: Sega's original post on it's blog has been edited, removing any reference to a possible release window for Yakuza 5. In it's place, Sega comments on problems with "development bugs popping up in localization" and taking time to work those out.

"Everything is more or less back on track," Sega said. "Once we have details, we’ll make sure to share them!"

Stay tuned for more information on Yakuza 5's release date as it becomes available.

Yakuza 5 is set for a mid-November release in the west, SEGA has confirmed.

In a post on its official blog, the company noted that "a few weird development bugs that popped up in localization are taking some time to iron out." That said, Yakuza fans can rest assured that "everything is more or less back on track," with Yakuza 5 expected to arrive next month "if all goes to schedule."

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Syfy Cancels Defiance

Update: Trion CEO Scott Hartsman, who runs the developer behind the Defiance MMORPG, issued the following comment to IGN regarding the series' cancelation:

We’ve had a great time working closely with the team of stellar writers, designers, producers, and actors on the Defiance TV show.  Like many of you, we’ve all enjoyed the stories they told week in and week out.  Let’s treat this as a fond farewell, in celebration of a successful three year run of a show that broke a lot of new ground and brought an incredible quality experience to its viewers.

As for the game and its future, Defiance is Trion’s IP and the game will continue exactly as before.  The show has always been a fantastic and interesting partner, but the two were always meant to be able to stand on their own, which is why the show was primarily set in St. Louis and the game in the SF Bay Area. 

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Thor Kisses Captain America on New Alex Ross Cover

That's a headline we never expected to write, but with Marvel Comics relaunching their entire publishing line under the "All-New, All-Different" brand this Fall, we shouldn't have been surprised they really are shaking things up. On the cover to All-New, All-Different Avengers #4, painted by Alex Ross, Jane Foster's Thor locks lips with Sam Wilson's Captain America while soaring over New York City. Love is in the air, literally.

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App Store Update: October 16

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.

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Heroes Never Die – (Freemium)

Heroes Never Die is an Action Tower Defense Mobile Game that takes place in a dark fantasy world. As a hero of the Arde Continent, you must protect your home from invading monsters!

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Rosario Dawson to Voice Batgirl in LEGO Batman Movie

The LEGO Batman Movie has found its Batgirl in Rosario Dawson (Marvel's Daredevil, Sin City).

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Dawson will join Will Arnett's Batman and Micheal Cera, who's playing the Caped Crusader's trusty sidekick, Robin. Meanwhile, Joker will be voiced by The Hangover's Zach Galifianakis.

Dawson will be assuming the role of Barbara Gordon, who DC Comics enthusiasts are well aware becomes the crime-fighting hero named Batgirl.

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