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E3 2016: HyperX Launches Official Xbox-Licensed CloudX Headset for Xbox One[Teaser]The new HyperX CloudX gaming headset for the Xbox One is available now.[/Teaser]Developed in a partnership with Microsoft, HyperX's new CloudX gaming headset is an officially licensed Xbox headset designed for use with Elite wireless controllers or any Xbox One controllers with a 3.5mm stereo headset jack. It's also Windows compatible and includes a 2M PC extension cable with stereo and microphone plugs. The CloudX boasts in-line audio control to adjust volume and mute the mic on the fly, a hard-shell carrying case for travel, 100% memory foam ear cushions, and HiFi capable 53mm drivers enclosed in a closed up design. Two sets of interchangeable ear cups (velour cushions) help with sound isolation and optimal on-ear comfort. In other words, these headphones not only sound good and are comfortable, but they isolate you from environmental noise.“The HyperX Cloud family has gained notoriety for its comfort, quality and value add,” said Lawrence Yang, HyperX global business manager. “We have designed CloudX with the same award winning features and added console conveniences and premium accessories all while keeping gamer’s budgets in mind to maintain an exceptional price point.”The CloudX also features a detachable noise-canceling microphone so this headset can function for gaming as well as music and movies. CloudX Headphone Specifications-Driver: Dynamic, 53mm with neodymium magnets-Type: Circumaural, Closed back-Frequency response: 15Hz–25,000Hz-Impedance: 60Ω-Sound pressure level: 98dBSPL/mW at 1kHz-T.H.D.: < 2%-Input power: Rated 150mW, Maximum 300mW-Weight: 309g-Weight w/ mic and cable: 322g-Cable length and type: Headset (1.3m) + PC extension cable (2m)-Connection: Headset - 3.5mm plug (4 pole) + PC extension cable and mic plugsCloudX Microphone Specifications-Element: Electret condenser microphone-Polar pattern: Uni-directional, Noise-canceling-Frequency response: 50Hz–18,000 Hz-Sensitivity: -39dBV (0dB=1V/Pa,1kHz)Available today at Best Buy and GameStop, the HyperX CloudX gaming headset retails for $99.99 USD, including the interchangeable velour ear cups, 2M PC extension cable, and carrying case.Source: HyperXPosted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 11:32 AM PDT by: -
Project Scorpio Officially Announced- a Xbox One for 4K & VR Gaming[teaser]Holiday 2017 date.[/teaser] The new Xbox One S is not alone as a new piece of Xbox One hardware. Project Scorpio has officially been announced. It's promised for Holiday 2017, and it's a Xbox One console that will support both 4K and VR gaming. 6 tflops of power. Naturally, Project Scorpio is more ambitious than the Xbox One S, but in both cases, it's clear that Microsoft and the Xbox division are going all in for both 4K and HDR. With the Xbox One S, it's for 4K HDR video (and UHD Blu-ray discs). With Project Scorpio, it's both 4K gaming, resolution intensive 3D a la VR.Posted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:58 AM PDT by: -
E3 2016: Turtle Beach Showcases Stealth 350VR Gaming Headset & More![Teaser]Reconizing how important sound is to VR.[/Teaser]Leading gaming audio product manufacturer Turtle Beach has come to E3 2016 with a flurry of product developments, launching their new Elite Pro line for eSports, debuting and early prototype of their HyperSound Glass, and showcasing its all-new Stealth 350VR headset and Stream Mic. The Stealth 350VR is an amplified gaming headset built to provide clearance for VR cables and headbands. It boasts a 30+ hour rechargeable battery, Variable Bass Boost, and twin 50mm Neodymium speakers capable of reproducing fully dynamic audio. For in-game chat, there's also a removable noise-canceling mic with a "Mic Monitoring" feature that allows you to hear your own voice so you don't end up shouting at everyone. The headset's audio cables are also detachable. Look for the Stealth 350VR to drop sometime this fall with a $79.95 MSRP.In addition to the Stealth 350 VR, Turtle Beach will also showcase the new Stream Mic, which allows players to live-stream audiophile quality sound directly from their Xbox One, PS4, PC, or Mac platforms. The Stream Mic also boasts adaptive mic patterns, customizable software, a zero-latency headphone out, and a dual-capsule mic array with advanced digital processing. In other words, if you want professional quality audio for your live streams, give the Turtle Beach Stream Mic a look when it launches this fall with a $99.95 MSRP.Lastly, and perhaps most fascinating, Turtle Beach will also be showing off an early prototype of their HyperSound Glass. What is HyperSound, exactly? You know how flashlights direct light into beams? HyperSound creates a narrow beam of audio that can be "pointed to a very specific" location… which means you can target specific people standing or sitting in very precise area. The idea would be to not only incorporate this technology into speakers, but also in things like desktop monitors, commercial displays, and possibly even automobiles. If you're hitting up E3 this week and want to see the Steath 350VR, Stream Mic, HyperSound Glass over even their new Elite-Pro headsets, make sure to drop by the Turtle Beach booth (#4800). Source: Turtle BeachPosted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:47 AM PDT by: -
Watch Ubisoft's E3 Conference Livestream For 'Watch Dogs 2' And 'Star Trek' VR News[teaser]Things officially start rolling today at 4 p.m. Eastern (1 p.m. Pacific).[/teaser] Publisher Ubisoft will be holding its own E3 news event this afternoon, and given the publisher's long laundry list of IPs, you can expect a handful of content spanning a couple of different genres. Probably the most likely thing to see will be more information on 'Watch Dogs 2,' officially revealed last week. The open-world hacker-adventure franchise has a whole new protagonist to introduce, and considering the game is set to release later this year, there's a fair chance we'll see some extended gameplay. Ubisoft has also recently gone public with 'Star Trek: Bridge Crew,' a co-op VR experience for the Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, and PlayStation VR that has players piloting a Star Fleet spaceship through the J.J. Abrams 'Star Trek' universe. With only a teaser handed out so far, an official reveal trailer would not be out of the question today. The 'Tom Clancy' franchise has two recent entries that are still seeing new content: 'The Division' and 'Rainbow Six Siege.' And though we very well might see some news on those two fronts, there's yet another 'Tom Clancy' game waiting in the wings. The open-world 'Ghost Recon Wildlands' might make an appearance, given the shiny new trailer it got earlier this month. As for smaller games, Ubisoft might have more to share about two games revealed all the way at last year's E3. 'South Park: The Fractured but Whole,' a sequel to the irreverent RPG 'South Park: The Stick of Truth,' hasn't seen much press since its announcement, nor has 'For Honor,' Ubisoft's hack-and-slash game set in medieval times and starring knights, samurai, and vikings. And even though the series is taking a break this year from its previous annual release schedule, we could expect some buzz about the 'Assassin's Creed' franchise, especially given the Michael Fassbender movie set to release at the end of this year. The stream starts at 4 p.m. Eastern (1 p.m. Pacific). You can watch either on Ubisoft's Twitch channel or via the embedded player below. Watch live video from Ubisoft on www.twitch.tv The opening dance number, while confusing (as admitted by host Aisha Tyler) spread the news of Just Dance 2017, which will be coming to PC and consoles—including the still-mysterious Nintendo NX—next year. 'Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Wildlands' hits the stage next with a new trailer featuring an intimidating monologue from a man whose words make him sound like the leader of the Santa Blanca drug cartel, the game's main baddie. Featured gameplay has the protagonist Ghosts going up against "The Stewmaker," a cartel member who reportedly has important intel, so a live extraction is preferable to an assassination. After taking out a camp of low-level enemies, the player hitches a ride on a helicopter to the target's location. They emphasized co-op gameplay. The game will launch March 7, 2017. See more here. 'South Park: The Fractured but Whole' is up next. Three classes of super heroes are available at the beginning: Brutalist, Blaster, and Speedster. In terms of combat, the game takes more of a cue from games like 'Fire Emblem' as opposed to the 'Final Fantasy' vibe of the first game, placing combat in a grid setting. The game will launch December 6, 2016. Preorders will come with a copy of 'The Stick of Truth.' Learn more here. 'The Division' takes the stage next, teasing an upcoming expansion all about survival. Ubisoft's 'Eagle Flight' VR game is up on stage with Oculus founder Palmer Luckey. Featured is a "Capture the Flag"-style multiplayer mode that has teams of eagles fighting over control of a dead rabbit. Up next is 'Star Trek: Bridge Crew,' Ubisoft's VR co-op game set in J.J. Abram's 'Star Trek' universe. Learn more here. Next on the docket is 'For Honor,' Ubisoft's war game that pits knights against samurai against vikings. Today we're introduced to a new character in the campaign who is apparently very fond of making these three factions fight. More campaign info is here. Some live gameplay is showing off a little viking invasion. A single viking very handily takes down whole squads of enemy foot soldiers. Ubisoft's surprising indie hit 'Grow Home' is coming back with a sequel in 'Grow Up' in August. You can find more details here. 'Trials of the Blood Dragon' releases today for PC, Xbox One, and PS4 as a kind of mashup of 'Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon' and the 'Trials' series. So expect insane bike stunts in a flashy, super-80s setting. The 'Assassin's Creed' movie is next to get stage time. 'Watch Dogs 2' has taken the stage. In a tech-heavy city like San Francisco, much of the world is hackable. The protagonist is able to turn streetside cars into giant remote-controlled toys. An extended gameplay demo shows the protagonist hacking his way through a ritzy apartment before making a daring, and very public, escape. Watch the full thing here. Ubisoft also announced a partnership between the publisher and Sony for the game, meaning PlayStation 4 players will get 'Watch Dogs 2' DLC 30 days before others. Closing out the show today is 'Steep.' This new IP from Ubisoft marries extreme Alpine sports with open-world design concepts. The game has a focus on social sharing, channeling the spirit of showing off what awesome maneuvers you were able to pull off to your friends, and seeing what stunts they pulled off as well. Sports in the reveal trailer include snowboarding, paragliding, and wingsuiting. The game is launching this Decemeber. You can learn more here. Source: UbisoftPosted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:45 AM PDT by: -
Rare's 'Sea of Thieves' Will Be Play Anywhere, See It in Action Now[teaser]Play Anywhere.[/teaser] 'Sea of Thieves' will be Play Anywhere, which means one purchase for both the Xbox One and Windows 10 versions. Decribed as Rare's most ambitious games, 'Sea of Theives' puts players in a colorful pirate world. To get around, players will need to work in crews. Microsoft showed off of some footage of the Rare deves trying to demonstrate this pirate teamwork.Posted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:42 AM PDT by: -
This Christmas, 'Dead Rising 4' is For Real[teaser]"I've covered wars, you know."[/teaser] 'Dead Rising 4' is for real, and it's coming to Xbox One. This time out, it'll be our old friend, Frank West, back to take down more zombies. The game is set around the part of the year, and as it turns out, the game is expected to release in Holiday 2016,Posted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:32 AM PDT by: -
There Will Be 'Akuma' in 'Tekken 7'[teaser]Coming in 2017.[/teaser] 'Tekken 7' is coming to the Xbox One (early 2017), and with the new fighter comes a special guest, Akuma from the 'Street Fighter Alpha' series. Also announced today, 'Tekken Tag Tournament 2' is going to be free for Xbox Live GOld members this week via backwards compatibility.Posted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:28 AM PDT by: -
Oh Joy: 'We Happy Few' Coming to Xbox One This Summer[teaser]Such a trip.[/teaser] 'We Happy Few' is coming to Xbox One Preview this July. When it hits, players will the risk of not takign their Joy medicine. Source: Compulsion GamesPosted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:23 AM PDT by: -
'ARK: Survival Evolved' on Xbox One Will Become Play Anywhere This Year[teaser]Xbox One & Windows 10.[/teaser] 'ARK: Survival Evolved' has already sold over 1 million copies on Xbox One through ID@Xbox, and now those owners can expect to get a Windows 10 version. 'ARK' will become a Play Anywhere title later this year, and when it does, all Xbox One owners of the game will be able to get a Windows 10 version for free. Order from Amazon Source: Studio WildcardPosted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 10:17 AM PDT by: -
'ReCore' Will be Play Anywhere[teaser]For Xbox One and PC.[/teaser] Much like 'Gears of War 4,' Armature Studio and Keiji Inafune's upcoming 'ReCore' is going to Play Anywhere. That means one purchase gets the buyer both Xbox One and Windows 10 versions. You can find the latest info on 'ReCore' linked from our Video Game Release Schedule. Order from Amazon Source: MicrosoftPosted Mon Jun 13, 2016 at 09:52 AM PDT by:
