Borderlands 2's Mechromancer skill tree now available

Gearbox has released the Mechromancer Skill Tree today, giving us a look at the new class's abilities. The skill tree calculator lets you add and remove skill points from the various tiers, allowing you to plan out your skills prior to the Mechromancer's release next week. The three trees each offer their own playstyle, although each tree offers some sort of bonus for Gaige's pet, Deathtrap. Gaige, the Mechromancer, is set to release October 16. She will be free for those who are members of the Borderlands 2 Premiere Club (if you pre-ordered...

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Borderlands 2's Mechromancer skill tree now available

Gearbox has released the Mechromancer Skill Tree today, giving us a look at the new class's abilities. The skill tree calculator lets you add and remove skill points from the various tiers, allowing you to plan out your skills prior to the Mechromancer's release next week. The three trees each offer their own playstyle, although each tree offers some sort of bonus for Gaige's pet, Deathtrap. Gaige, the Mechromancer, is set to release October 16. She will be free for those who are members of the Borderlands 2 Premiere Club (if you pre-ordered...

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Guardians of Middle-earth release date and pricing details announced

Guardians of Middle-earth, the new multiplayer online battle arena from Warner Bros. and Monolith Productions, is slated to release in "early December", the companies announced today. The game will be available as both physical retail at select North American stores as well as digital download via Xbox LIVE Arcade and PlayStation Network The digital version will be available for $14.99 on PSN beginning December 4, 2012, and for 1200 Microsoft Points on XBLA this fall. Additional content will be released following the initial launch and can...

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Weekly wrap-up: Sunday night edition

I know, I know. It took me a while to get the weekly wrap-up posted here on GameZone. But what could you expect? It was IndieCade 2012 weekend, and I love me some indie games, so I was pretty busy talking to some devs, buying cool merch, and beholding the very presence of people like Phil Fish and Anna Anthropy. In any case, here’s a Sunday night edition of the wrap-up recapping all of the latest content on GameZone. If you missed any reviews or previews, you’ll find them all here. Reviews Hotel Transylvania review (Movies) You...

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Frank O' Connor: Xbox 360 isn't nearing end of its life cycle

Despite wide speculation that the next generation of consoles are set to be unveiled in the coming months, with a possible 2014 launch, some still fully believe that this generation still has much to offer to its users, including 343 Industries’ Frank O’ Connor. In a thorough interview with GamesIndustry.biz, O’ Connor was asked if he believed the Xbox 360 was at the end of its lifestyle, in which he responded interestingly: "The funny thing is I've been asked that question a lot, I think it's natural as we start looking forward to the...

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Frank O' Connor: Xbox 360 isn't nearing end of its life cycle

Despite wide speculation that the next generation of consoles are set to be unveiled in the coming months, with a possible 2014 launch, some still fully believe that this generation still has much to offer to its users, including 343 Industries’ Frank O’ Connor. In a thorough interview with GamesIndustry.biz, O’ Connor was asked if he believed the Xbox 360 was at the end of its lifestyle, in which he responded interestingly: "The funny thing is I've been asked that question a lot, I think it's natural as we start looking forward to the...

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Frank O' Connor: Xbox 360 isn't nearing end of its life cycle

Despite wide speculation that the next generation of consoles are set to be unveiled in the coming months, with a possible 2014 launch, some still fully believe that this generation still has much to offer to its users, including 343 Industries’ Frank O’ Connor. In a thorough interview with GamesIndustry.biz, O’ Connor was asked if he believed the Xbox 360 was at the end of its lifestyle, in which he responded interestingly: "The funny thing is I've been asked that question a lot, I think it's natural as we start looking forward to the...

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Frank O' Connor: Xbox 360 isn't nearing end of its life cycle

Despite wide speculation that the next generation of consoles are set to be unveiled in the coming months, with a possible 2014 launch, some still fully believe that this generation still has much to offer to its users, including 343 Industries’ Frank O’ Connor. In a thorough interview with GamesIndustry.biz, O’ Connor was asked if he believed the Xbox 360 was at the end of its lifestyle, in which he responded interestingly: "The funny thing is I've been asked that question a lot, I think it's natural as we start looking forward to the...

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Frank O' Connor: Xbox 360 isn't nearing end of its life cycle

Despite wide speculation that the next generation of consoles are set to be unveiled in the coming months, with a possible 2014 launch, some still fully believe that this generation still has much to offer to its users, including 343 Industries’ Frank O’ Connor. In a thorough interview with GamesIndustry.biz, O’ Connor was asked if he believed the Xbox 360 was at the end of its lifestyle, in which he responded interestingly: "The funny thing is I've been asked that question a lot, I think it's natural as we start looking forward to the...

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Frank O' Connor: Xbox 360 isn't nearing end of its life cycle

Despite wide speculation that the next generation of consoles are set to be unveiled in the coming months, with a possible 2014 launch, some still fully believe that this generation still has much to offer to its users, including 343 Industries’ Frank O’ Connor. In a thorough interview with GamesIndustry.biz, O’ Connor was asked if he believed the Xbox 360 was at the end of its lifestyle, in which he responded interestingly: "The funny thing is I've been asked that question a lot, I think it's natural as we start looking forward to the...

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Frank O' Connor: Xbox 360 isn't nearing end of its life cycle

Despite wide speculation that the next generation of consoles are set to be unveiled in the coming months, with a possible 2014 launch, some still fully believe that this generation still has much to offer to its users, including 343 Industries’ Frank O’ Connor. In a thorough interview with GamesIndustry.biz, O’ Connor was asked if he believed the Xbox 360 was at the end of its lifestyle, in which he responded interestingly: "The funny thing is I've been asked that question a lot, I think it's natural as we start looking forward to the...

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Frank O' Connor: Xbox 360 isn't nearing end of its life cycle

Despite wide speculation that the next generation of consoles are set to be unveiled in the coming months, with a possible 2014 launch, some still fully believe that this generation still has much to offer to its users, including 343 Industries’ Frank O’ Connor. In a thorough interview with GamesIndustry.biz, O’ Connor was asked if he believed the Xbox 360 was at the end of its lifestyle, in which he responded interestingly: "The funny thing is I've been asked that question a lot, I think it's natural as we start looking forward to the...

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Frank O' Connor: Xbox 360 isn't nearing end of its life cycle

Despite wide speculation that the next generation of consoles are set to be unveiled in the coming months, with a possible 2014 launch, some still fully believe that this generation still has much to offer to its users, including 343 Industries’ Frank O’ Connor. In a thorough interview with GamesIndustry.biz, O’ Connor was asked if he believed the Xbox 360 was at the end of its lifestyle, in which he responded interestingly: "The funny thing is I've been asked that question a lot, I think it's natural as we start looking forward to the...

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New Trials Evolution DLC out today

New download content for Trials Evolution hit Xbox Live Arcade today. Origin of Pain, which was originally supposed to release last month, includes 36 new tracks and new skill games, a BMX mode, rider gear, and 100 world objects for the editor. The DLC costs 400 Microsoft Points. To date, players have created and uploaded more than 160,000 custom tracks and downloaded them 27 million times. Ubisoft also announced a PC version called Trials Evolution: Gold Edition that comes with Trials HD. Follow @wita on Twitter. [Game Informer]...

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First look at Desmond in Assassin's Creed 3?

Although much has been said of Desmond Mile's fate in the upcoming Assassin's Creed 3, most of the footage and screenshots shown to fans to date have been of new series protagonist Connor who exists in the Animus. And even though it has been said that Desmond's role in Assassin's Creed 3 is actually much larger than in the past, with his storyline allegedly concluding in this game, much of the emphasis has been placed on the new setting, time period, and character. A few days ago, however, we may have received our first look...

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Resident Evil 6 ships 4.5M worldwide series 'just as popular,' says Capcom

The critically troubled Resident Evil 6 has shipped 4.5 million copies worldwide, according to publisher and developer Capcom. Resident Evil 6 hit shelves on October 2 and today in Japan. A PC date has yet to be confirmed, but the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions are hanging on to 67 and 77 percent aggregate scores on Metacritic, respectively. It's important to note that shipping figures are not the same as sales numbers, though. Capcom did reveal that the series to date has sold over 50 million units — but that's as of June 30, which...

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Resident Evil 6 ships 4.5M worldwide series 'just as popular,' says Capcom

The critically troubled Resident Evil 6 has shipped 4.5 million copies worldwide, according to publisher and developer Capcom. Resident Evil 6 hit shelves on October 2 and today in Japan. A PC date has yet to be confirmed, but the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 versions are hanging on to 67 and 77 percent aggregate scores on Metacritic, respectively. It's important to note that shipping figures are not the same as sales numbers, though. Capcom did reveal that the series to date has sold over 50 million units — but that's as of June 30, which...

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THQ outlines plans for WWE '13 DLC

THQ has oultined their robust downloadable content plans and detailed the Fan Axxess Program for WWE '13, the next installment in the WWE video game franchise. The content offering includes an extensive list of additional playable WWE Superstars, Divas, "Attitude Era" icons, and more. "With a great variety of roster additions, along with fan-favorite offerings for customization and unlockable access, WWE '13 delivers a comprehensive selection of downloadable content for the franchise," said THQ's VP of Global Brand Management...

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New Assassin's Creed 3 trailer takes you on 'An Assassin's Journey'

Ubisoft has released a new trailer for Assassin's Creed 3 which gives us a more in-depth look at the background of new protagonist, Ratohnhaké:ton — who goes by the name Connor in AC3. Although we've seen plenty of Assassin's Creed 3 footage with Connor already established as a deadly assassin, today's trailer takes us on a brief journey as to how he got there. We see our hero, who is of both Native American and English heritage, experience his village being destroyed by a colonial force. With nothing left to lose, Connor sets...

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Medal of Honor: Warfighter multiplayer beta coming to Xbox 360 on Oct. 5

The Medal of Honor: Warfighter multiplayer beta will be coming to the Xbox 360 on October 5, EA and Danger Close Games announced today. The beta, which will be available on Xbox 360, will feature 12 out of the 72 International Tier 1 Operators that will be available when the full game releases later this month. All 6 classes will be available to choose from. The beta will consist of the new game made, Hotspot, set on the Sarajevo Stadium map. This is only one of 30 combinations of real-world locations and game modes that are available...

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Medal of Honor: Warfighter multiplayer beta coming to Xbox 360 on Oct. 5

The Medal of Honor: Warfighter multiplayer beta will be coming to the Xbox 360 on October 5, EA and Danger Close Games announced today. The beta, which will be available on Xbox 360, will feature 12 out of the 72 International Tier 1 Operators that will be available when the full game releases later this month. All 6 classes will be available to choose from. The beta will consist of the new game made, Hotspot, set on the Sarajevo Stadium map. This is only one of 30 combinations of real-world locations and game modes that are available...

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Medal of Honor: Warfighter multiplayer beta coming to Xbox 360 on Oct. 5

The Medal of Honor: Warfighter multiplayer beta will be coming to the Xbox 360 on October 5, EA and Danger Close Games announced today. The beta, which will be available on Xbox 360, will feature 12 out of the 72 International Tier 1 Operators that will be available when the full game releases later this month. All 6 classes will be available to choose from. The beta will consist of the new game made, Hotspot, set on the Sarajevo Stadium map. This is only one of 30 combinations of real-world locations and game modes that are available...

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Assassin's Creed 3 Season Pass unveiled, includes 'Tyranny of King Washington' campaign

Ubisoft has officially detailed the Assassin's Creed 3 Season Pass, an offer that grants access to all five upcoming downloadable content packs for a discounted price. Assassin's Creed 3's DLC will feature "The Tyranny of King Washington", an all-new single player campaign told through three episodic content packs that lets you experience an alternate history of the events following the American Revolution. As the revolution comes to a close, a new and most unexpected enemy emerges. Driven by the desire to secure the fate of the colonies,...

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Terraria trailer on Facebook makes me want to buy the game again

You know what game I can't wait to buy for the second time? Terraria. Yup, I'm really looking forward to the upcoming console version due out on Xbox Live Arcade and PlayStation Network. Thus far, the console version, which is being handled by 505 Games, has received a mixed reaction from gamers. The same fans who supported the game are now bashing it because the sense of entitlement runs through their veins like a bad infection. In any case, there are a few level-headed people who are saying that the game should definitely be available...

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Capcom likens Resident Evil devs and fans to parents of a child

The gaming industry is interesting to say the least. Plenty of entertainment industries have outspoken followers, but gaming is one of the few where can have a direct impact in the development of a project. Just look at Mass Effect 3 and the chaos that ensued following fan outrage over the game's ending. Fan pressure led to the creation of an entirely new DLC pack. Ask yourself, what other industry do consumers have that kind of power? The Resident Evil franchise is one in particular in which the fanbase feels particularly close...

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Capcom likens Resident Evil devs and fans to parents of a child

The gaming industry is interesting to say the least. Plenty of entertainment industries have outspoken followers, but gaming is one of the few where can have a direct impact in the development of a project. Just look at Mass Effect 3 and the chaos that ensued following fan outrage over the game's ending. Fan pressure led to the creation of an entirely new DLC pack. Ask yourself, what other industry do consumers have that kind of power? The Resident Evil franchise is one in particular in which the fanbase feels particularly close...

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Ghost Recon: Future Soldier Khyber Strike DLC adds new 'Takeover' game mode

Ubisoft announced the upcoming arrival of the Khyber Strike, the third DLC package for Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Future Soldier. The new add-on will feature three new multiplayer maps, a new multiplayer game mode called "Takeover", a new Guerrilla mode co-op map, new achievements, and an increased level cap.  Similar to the classic team deathmatch, Takeover has you score points for your team by eliminating enemies. However, you can tip the scales by taking control of the enemy's objective and earn a score multiplier to your...

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You can 'teabag' in Halo 4's Mantis

Today, 343 Industries officially confirmed the reimagined version of Valhalla (Halo 3) in their upcoming blockbuster, Halo 4, as “Ragnarok.” In the trailer they released of the map, 343 also introduced the Mantis: a sick-nasty mech-vehicle that stomps on things. Better yet, we learned that you’ll be able to make the mech teabag other players whenever you score a kill on them. As you know, Halo fans take their teabagging very seriously, so all will welcome this news, surely. You can view the trailer of Ragnarok, which features the Mantis,...

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Left 4 Dead series is 12 million strong

The Left 4 Dead series has sold more than 12 million copies. Valve writer Chet Faliszek revealed the sales figure in an interview with VG24/7. "We just let the game speak for itself because the Internet has made this thing where you can’t pull the wool over people’s eyes any more," said Faliszek. "They’re going to know you’re hyping. But when a game does really well at prerelease, they're going to know that you’re not just talking a bunch of PR crap. "That’s amazingly cool," he said, "and that wasn’t because I was out there like, ‘Oh my...

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Michael Jordan returns in new NBA 2K13 'Dynasty' TV Spot

Legendary basketball star Michael Jordan returns in the latest NBA 2K13 TV spot. With NBA 2K13 set to release tomorrow, October 2, 2012, 2K Games is ramping up its advertising which means you'll probably see more of this trailer. This isn't the first time we've heard Jordan in an NBA 2K13 commercial. Back in July, Air Jordan introduced Jay-Z as NBA 2K13's executive producer. This also isn't the last we'll see of him. This year, players are able to play with the entire 1992 Dream Team featuring Michael Jordan, Scottie...

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Halo 4's Promethean weaponry shown off in new video

343 Industries has released a new trailer highlighting the Promethean weaponry in Halo 4. Although we've already known the types of weapons and their specs for quite a while now, this video gives us an official look at the deadly Promethean weapons in action. Some of the weapons you'll see include the Scattershot, the Light Rifle, the Suppressor, and the powerful Incinerator Cannon. You can find these weapons from the new enemy race, the Prometheans. We don't know much about them, except that they are considered to be a "threat beyond...

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Weekly wrap-up 9/30/2012

It’s Sunday, and as the weekend comes to an end, we hope you’ll get some solid gaming done before it’s back to the regular ol’ weekly routine tomorrow. We’ve got a bevy of new reviews for you, so if you want to read up on games like Jet Set Radio, Hell Yeah!, and Borderlands 2, we’ve got you covered. We’ve also got some movie coverage, as well as previews and original content. Check it all out here. Reviews House at the End of the Street review (Movies) This may not be the best horror flick to come along in recent memory, but...

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