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NASCAR The Game: Inside Line Confirmed For Fall 2012: Fri, 18 May 2012 05:34:00 PDT

Eutechnyx will be following up 2011's NASCAR The Game: 2011 with the fall 2012 launch of NASCAR The Game: Inside Line for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and Wii platforms, a press release confirms. The developer's first crack at the pro racing license for Activision fell a bit short of the mark, as our NASCAR The Game: 2011 review states, but Activision's clearly has faith in the follow-up. And why not? Eutechnyx is known best these days for its free-to-play PC racer, Auto Club Revolution. The long-lived studio also has a ton of racing sims on its resume. Executive producer Dave Thompson promises a number of improvement in the 2012 NASCAR game, including a newly revised career mode in which you can "rise up through the ranks, attract sponsors, and upgrade [your] car's components in the quest to be the Spring Cup Series Champion. There are also new online features "that include realistic race weekends." You can keep up with how the game is taking shape on its official website. You'll also want to stay tuned for more details as E3 '12 draws closer. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

38 Studios In Money Trouble With The State Of Rhode Island Over $1.125 Million Missed Loan Payment : Thu, 17 May 2012 16:31:00 PDT

Curt Schillings' 38 Studios, developers of Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning, have reportedly bounced a check for $1.125 million to the state of Rhode Island. The money was meant to payoff the overdue part of a loan given to 38 from the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation. Earlier in May, the company defaulted on the $75 million loan from RIEDC. The Office of Governor Lincoln D. Chafee released a statement about the issue reading: "A check from 38 Studios was hand-delivered to the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation at approximately 5 o'clock this evening [May 17, 2012]. However, upon learning from the Chief Financial Officer of 38 Studios that there were insufficient funds to cover the payment, the check was returned. The EDC remains willing to accept readily available funds." REVIEW: Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning Review Is At Hand Additionally, the developer wasn't able to make its payroll this week, leaving at least some of the company's 379 full-time employees without a paycheck. 38 let go all of their temps and contractors, according to Joystiq. The EDC called a three-hour emergency meeting on May 16, 2012 to determine what they were going to do about the funds. In the end they decided not to take immediate action to help the developer. Read More?

Far Cry 3 Multiplayer Beta Details -- Coming This Summer : Thu, 17 May 2012 12:23:00 PDT

The Far Cry 3 multiplayer closed beta will run for two weeks this summer on the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. In the beta, up to 16 players will be able to shoot it out on multiple maps in all sorts of different modes, including Firestorm mode, with six different playable classes. The Far Cry 3 beta will also include all sorts of weapons with hundreds of upgrades and customizable options available. Sounds to me like they're cramming a whole lot of awesome in to this beta. If you want to get in on the action you'll either have to purchase a copy of Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Future Soldier at Gamestop, be a GameStop PowerUp Rewards Member, and they'll e-mail you a code. Or you can enter for a chance to win a code via Far Cry's Facebook. Far Cry 3 will be out on September 4, 2012 for the PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Batman: Arkham City DLC Video: Harley Quinn's Revenge Trailer : Thu, 17 May 2012 11:38:00 PDT

Batman: Arkham City's Harley Quinn DLC is coming out at the end of this month, and to get you psyched, RockSteady has released a Harley Quinn trailer. This is the first story-based DLC released since the game came out, and Quinn is a favorite villain in the franchise, so I predict big things. Check out the video: Watch Larger Version | Watch HD Version (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Serious Sam 3 And Serious Sam Double D XXL Both Coming To XBLA: Thu, 17 May 2012 06:20:00 PDT

Devolver Digital is making good on its plan to bring more Serious Sam to Xbox 360 consoles, with now-confirmed releases of Serious Sam 3: BFE and Serious Sam Double D XXL coming to Xbox Live Arcade in fall 2012. Both games arrived on PC in the latter half of 2011 with a future console version planned, though BFE was originally going to be a retail disc-based game. There's no specific release date for either one yet, but they'll now both be available as XBLA downloads when they do launch. Croteam's Xbox 360 version of Serious Sam 3: BFE is a direct port of the PC release, but the new "XXL" in Double D's title indicates a souped-up console release. Mommy's Best Games builds on the side-scrolling dual-stick shooter by adding new campaign missions, challenges, enemies, Gunstacker upgrades, and a two-player local co-op mode. Want to know more? Check out our Serious Sam 3: BFE PC review. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Borderlands 2 Collector's Edition Pre-Orders Open: Thu, 17 May 2012 04:45:00 PDT

Gearbox Software gave fans at PAX East 2012 an early look at one of the Borderlands 2 Collector's Edition options that would be available this fall, but a morning press release now reveals the full extent of what's being offered. There are actually two Collector's Edition packages to choose from: the Deluxe Vault Hunter's Collector's Edition for $99.99 and the Ultimate Loot Chest Limited Edition for $149.99. Pre-orders for both are open as of today, May 17. The cheaper option includes a copy of Borderlands 2, Marcus Kincaid bobblehead, a hardbound art book, a set of collectible stickers, a map of Pandora, a download code for a digital comic, and "bonus downloadable in-game digital content." The more expensive option includes everything mentioned already, along with a steelbook case for the game, a Creature of Pandora ID chart, a postcard set, field notes from Sir Hammerlock, a cloth map of Pandora, and a certificate of authenticity. The bigger pack also comes housed in the loot box replica that Gearbox showed off at PAX East. Read More?

Feedback E3 Rumor Round-Up -- BioShock Infinite, Beyond Good & Evil 2 And More: Wed, 16 May 2012 12:07:00 PDT

E3 2012 is a few weeks away, and that means the rumors are pouring in. Luckily for you, G4 is full of video game experts who are happy to lend their opinions on these rumors on this week's Feedback. Some of rumors we dissected include BioShock Infinite's delay, Beyond Good & Evil 2 being a next gen title, and many many more. Plus, we answered your questions about some of the gaming rumors you've heard about . Join Blair Herter, Stephen Johnson, Donell Tucker, and Nikole Zivalich as they take you on a journey through the magical world of video games. Watch Larger Version | Watch HD Version The AUDIO MP3 of this episode of FEEDBACK is available here: Right-click and Save. Read More?

Darksiders 2 Release Date Announced: Wed, 16 May 2012 11:06:00 PDT

The release date of Darksiders 2 has been announced by THQ. You'll be able to play with Death as he journeys to save his brother's name on August 14, 2012. THQ has a lot riding on the success of Darksiders 2, as the company recently layed off a slew off employees and the company's president took a 50 percent pay cut, signaling to investors a desire to be a lean, more focused company that puts out successful games. THQ also announced that the game's been pre-ordered five times more than Darksiders, which is great considering the state of THQ right now. Once we hear more news on Darksiders 2, we'll be sure to update you with the latest info. To make the wait go by faster, check out our latest Darksiders 2 hands-on preview. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Halo 4 Limited Edition Revealed: Includes War Games Map Pack And Special Edition Of Forward Unto Dawn: Wed, 16 May 2012 10:45:00 PDT

Halo 4 Limited Edition has been revealed by Microsoft and 343 Industries. The bundle comes with all sorts of goodies for every Halo fan, but if you're a competitive multiplayer gamer, then the Limited Edition will help maximize your experience especially. The Limited Edition will retail for $99.99 and with it you'll get: Unique in-game Spartan-IV armor skin Unique in-game weapon skin for the Assault Rifle An exclusive in-game emblem Xbox LIVE Avatar prop Xbox LIVE Avatar Spartan-IV armor set The Limited Edition also grants you access to the War Games Map Pack when it releases. And the special edition of Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn. The pack includes three mini packs with three multiplayer locations each. Check out more info on War Games in our Halo 4 multiplayer post. Read More?

Saints Row 4 Sort Of Confirmed For PS3, Xbox 360, And PC: Wed, 16 May 2012 07:09:00 PDT

We learn today, to no one's great surprise, that Volition, Inc. is working on a fourth Saints Row game, apparently for PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC platforms. The sort-of-confirmation comes from a LinkedIn profile for a Volition game designer, as spotted by the gaming Internet's super-sleuth, Superannuation (via Polygon). The Saints Row 4 shout has since been edited out of the profile. Saints Row: The Third has made big money for THQ since it launched in late 2011, so much so that it allowed the publisher to up its earnings forecast for the year. Not only was it good news for the financially struggling company, it also virtually guaranteed that we'd be seeing more from the world of Saints Row. This LinkedIn confirmation is interesting in the sense that the game is apparently targeted for current generation platforms, but I don't think any of us are surprised to hear that a fourth game is an actual thing. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Mass Effect 3 Rebellion Multiplayer DLC Outed: Wed, 16 May 2012 05:36:00 PDT

BioWare is preparing to release another multiplayer DLC pack for Mass Effect 3, an accidental (and now-removed) posting on the Sony Asia website reveals. The information was snatched up by Kotaku and preserved for the gaming Internet to peruse... so peruse away. The DLC -- which the removed web listing says is out as of today, May 16, 2012 -- will add two new maps, three new weapons and six new classes to the game. If it's anything like the previous Resurgence DLC pack, it'll be a free release. How you earn those new weapons and classes, however... that's on you. Built-in microtransactions allow players to buy the same booster packs with real money that they could with in-game money. Read More?

Halo 4 Box Art Revealed Thanks To Group Puzzle-Solving Effort: Tue, 15 May 2012 06:18:00 PDT

Microsoft is using the lure of Halo 4's box art as an excuse to teach the fan community about a little thing called cooperation. A series of e-mails were sent out to the community, with each one containing a chunk of an image and a note that read: "Your piece of the Halo 4 puzzle." The NeoGAF hivemind then put its many heads together to assemble the image (via Kotaku), revealing the official box art for Halo 4. It's a pretty sweet image, wouldn't you say? We all got our first glimpse of the post-Halo 3 Master Chief in an announcement trailer at E3 2011. News has been trickling out slowly since then, with the latest big one being the long-awaited confirmation of the game's release date: November 6, 2012. We'll certainly be seeing more of the game at 2012's E3, so stay tuned for more news in the coming weeks. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Battlefield 3's DICE-Hosted Servers Return: Tue, 15 May 2012 05:57:00 PDT

Console-playing Battlefield 3 fans might have noticed that the server browser listing is looking a little more full now that Electronic Arts has upped the number of DICE-hosted servers. An outcry among players picked up steam on May 9, 2012 when reports emerged that the bulk of the DICE-hosted multiplayer lobbies had been replaced with player-controlled lobbies obtained via the new rent-a-server feature. This didn't go over well, since player-controlled lobbies in Battlefield 3 are subject to whatever rules the host might set, regardless of how unfair or arbitrary those rules might be. To its credit, EA acted quickly in working to restore the absent publisher-managed servers. "You should see DICE-hosted servers up today," an EA rep told VentureBeat. "I do not have the exact percentage or number of servers, but we’ll continue to monitor this to make sure all players are having the best possible gameplay experience.” It's time like this that you have to sit back and appreciate what the Internet can do. A change was made, one that the community didn't care for. Feedback poured in and now here we are, days later, with the issue having been addressed. Good show, EA. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Hitman: Sniper Challenge Silent Assassin Guide: Tue, 15 May 2012 00:01:00 PDT

Stay hidden with our Hitman: Sniper Challenge "Silent Assassin" guide, which shows you visually how to take out the target and his bodyguards with ease. There are many to stay hidden, but we'll show you one way to obtain the Silent Assassin title, which doubles your score, unlocking upgrades for Hitman: Absolution when it comes out. Your mission, Agent 47, is to watch this walkthrough video below and learn how to become the ultimate assassin. Watch Larger Version | Watch HD Version GUIDE: Hitman: Sniper Challenge Guide: How To Find Mr. X, The Flying Pigeon, And Other Challenges (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Hitman: Sniper Challenge Guide: How To Find Mr. X, The Flying Pigeon, And Other Challenges: Tue, 15 May 2012 00:01:00 PDT

If you can't complete the Hitman: Sniper Challenge, click the video below. In it, G4 presents our Hitman: Sniper Challenge Guide: How To Find Mr. X, The Flying Pigeon, And Other Challenges, where we show you exactly how to unlock the different challenges in the game to increase your score. Click play! Watch Larger Version | Watch HD Version How To Complete Mr. X In order to make Mr. X show up, you'll need to complete the other challenges first. Once you beat the other challenges, Mr. X will show up two windows down from the window where the stuff panda toy is. GUIDE: Hitman: Sniper Challenge Silent Assassin Guide How To Complete The Flying Pigeon To unlock the flying pigeon you will need to shoot the five pigeons first to make a flock of pigeons scatter with fear near the women statue. However, one lonely pigeon will be flying away from the group. Shoot it to unlock the "Fly By Prevented' challenge. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Future Soldier Video: "Ember Hunt" Mission: Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:00 PDT

Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon: Future Soldier's release date is getting closer, people. It hits store shelves on May 22. To celebrate the imminent street date of the shooter, we've got a Ghost Recon: Future Soldier gameplay video for you. X-Play's exclusive look at the "Ember Hunt" mission shows off some of the futuristic weapons and tech that fans of the series will no doubt love. Watch Larger Version | Watch HD Version (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Max Payne 3 Gang War Gameplay Video -- Gang Wars: Tiete River Docks.: Mon, 14 May 2012 09:00:00 PDT

Check out the Max Payne 3 Multiplayer video below; it shows off the Gang Wars game mode on the Tiete River Docks. Pla-ow! Pl-aow! In this mode, you'll try to grab the heavily defended drug packages from a rival gang and not get your wig split in the process. As you can see, Brazil is a tough country, and making off with the "flags" is not going to be an easy trip. Dudes are hanging out in higher vantage points, just waiting for a duck like you to run by. Watch Larger Version | Watch HD Version This video is only one piece of our Max Payne 3 video bonanza. We've also got Max Payne 3's first 15 minutes, a multiplayer video of MP 3's Team Deathmatch played on the "Mean Streets of Hoboken" map, and, of course, our (glowing) Max Payne 3 review. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Tomb Raider Reboot Delayed Into 2013: Mon, 14 May 2012 04:33:00 PDT

Yet another highly anticipated game slips into a 2013 release: Crystal Dynamic's Tomb Raider reboot. Studio head Darrell Gallagher broke the news to fans in a post on the Eidos forums (via Gamasutra), revealing that the previously planned fall 2012 release would slip back a few months to Q1 2013. Gallagher points to a desire on Crystal Dynamic's part to deliver "the best game of our careers," adding that the extra months will "allow us to put the finishing touches into the game and polish it to a level that you deserve." Tomb Raider will still make an appearance at E3 2012. The delay comes on heels of another high-profile delay; Irrational Games' Ken Levine revealed last week that BioShock Infinite now isn't coming until February 2013.

Modern Warfare 3 Face-Off Mode Gameplay Video: Fri, 11 May 2012 11:25:00 PDT

Infinity Ward is always trying to utilize the core mechanics of Call of Duty:Modern Warfare 3 in ways previously not explored. This idea sparked Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3's latest gameplay mode: Face-Off. In Face-Off, you'll play in one versus one, or two versus two matches. Watch Larger Version | Watch HD Version News broke about Modern Warfare 3's Face-Off mode earlier this week, but now, we're finally seeing it in action in an "official" video. Face-Off will have new maps, Erosion, Aground, Getaway, and Lookout. All four maps look pretty insane, but I can already see myself playing on Getaway the most. If I'm going to get my ass handed to me by twelve-year-old kids, I want it to be in a tropical paradise. I'll take two tickets, please. Face-Off maps are smaller than your standard MW3 multiplayer map, which means you won't be running around looking for someone to shoot. On May 16, two of the Face-Off maps, Erosion and Aground, will be free on Xbox Live. Face-Off isn't the only new content coming to Modern Warfare 3 in Content Collection #2. It also comes with three multiplayer maps: Foundation, Sanctuary, Oasis. Two new spec-missions are also being added, complete with new maps Ironclad and Kill Switch. After you watch the video, check out our Modern Warfare 3 Content Collection screenshot gallery. Modern Warfare 3 Content Collection #2 will hit Xbox Live on May 22. Which new feature are you the most excited for? (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();

Minecraft For 360 Breaks All Previous Sales Records: Fri, 11 May 2012 10:39:00 PDT

Microsoft announced that Minecraft: Xbox 360 Edition has broken "all previous digital sales records." They say it sold more than any other title in its first 24 hours on Xbox LIVE Arcade. This is not a surprise. VIDEO: Minecraft Multiplayer Trailer I'm a huge fan of Minecraft, and at the risk of sounding like a hipster, I was playing it before it was "cool." I'm sure some of you guys reading this are new to the blocky world of Minecraftia, and that has me curious. From the point of view of someone who first plays the game on the 360: What do you think? How's it going for you? Leave your word in our comment section. Oh, and we should have G4's review of the 360 version of Minecraft up pretty soon, so stay tuned. (function() { var po = document.createElement('script'); po.type = 'text/javascript'; po.async = true; po.src = 'https://apis.google.com/js/plusone.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(po, s); })();