Turbine and the Dungeons & Dragons Online team have put out the first information about Update 13: Web of Chaos. Web of Chaos is the prequel to the forthcoming expansion, Menace of the Underdark.

The patch will bring three free quests into the game. Players will be able to earn or purchase the ability to start a character at level seven for a head start. Omnispell Dust and Omnispell Stone come into the game as a replacement for the material component of magic spells. New items will be added to the DDO store.

Read the full details on the Dungeons & Dragons Online site.

Gotham City Impostors is a download only title that will be available for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®3 and Windows PC. Fans of the game can go to www.GothamCityImpostors.com for the latest updates and news.

Gotham City Impostors is an original first-person shooter where up to 12 players battle for control of an unhinged Gotham City overrun by impostors inspired by the DC Comics characters Batman and The Joker. Players can engage in deliriously fast paced, uniquely vertical, and completely unconventional urban warfare where progress supports levelling up and access to a mind-boggling array of customisation options.

Fans can unlock new Bats or Jokerz Impostor costumes and build their own specific load-out from a huge assortment of traditional and homebrew weaponry, equipment, and perks. Gadgets such as the Glider Rig, Grappling Hook, and Spring Boots give gamers unprecedented mobility options, while support items like the Bear Trap, Boomerang, and Body Armour open up new tactical options. The game will feature maps and modes inspired by DC Comics’ Batman license.

New Update Introduces New Gameplay Mode, Comeback Soldiers’ Event, Clan Championship and Channel for Turkish Community

February 1, 2012 – Joymax, a leading online game developer and publisher, announced that it will start the year 2012 with a major update for its first-person shooter World War II game, Karma Online: Prisoners of the Dead. Starting today, players can take part in a new A.I. Helicopter mode whereby a team of four players work together to take down a heavy-duty V5 Helicopter gunship. To learn more about the game, players can visit http://www.joymax.com/karma/.
“The universe of KARMA is expanding rapidly and we are pleased to introduce the new A.I. helicopter gameplay mode into the mix,” said Joymax CEO, Nam-chul Kim, “The new mode is perfect for group play and with the introduction of the comeback soldiers’ events, clan championship and a new region specific channel for players in Turkey, 2012 is already shaping up to be a massive year for KARMA”.
In the new A.I. Helicopter mode, players are grouped into four-man units that must work across ten grueling rounds of frantic multiplayer mayhem. Each unit faces a pre-determined number of enemies that must be defeated in order to advance forward. In select rounds, players will also face off against a variety of bosses including the heavy-duty V5 Helicopter gunship.
Joymax will be running a Comeback Soldiers Event for all veteran players of KARMA from January 31st. All returning veteran players during the event period will be awarded with special in-game items.
Joymax has also opened an exclusive channel to better cater to its expanding Turkish community. The new server aims to provide a better gaming environment for players both inside and outside of Turkey. Similar channels will be rolled out to local communities throughout 2012.

About Karma Online: Prisoners of The Dead

Developed in conjunction with Dragonfly, and published by Joymax, KARMA Online: Prisoners of the Dead is the newest installment in the KARMA Online series, the top online first-person shooter series in Korea. Players go back in time to World War II, where they must choose to side with the Axis or Allied powers and join the fight for global victory – with a zombie twist. In this virtual and historical simulation, players will be up against enemy troops as well as hundreds of the walking dead from the remains of the catastrophic battle. KARMA Online: Prisoners of the Dead will be available in English, German, Spanish and Turkish.
To become a fan of Karma Online: Prisoners of the Dead, players can visit http://www.facebook.com/#!/KarmaPOD or http://twitter.com/karmapod and http://www.youtube.com/user/KarmaPOD

Upcoming space-themed massively multiplayer action game enters closed beta test stage.
Gaijin Entertainment is announcing the approach of the Star Conflict closed beta test. Those interested in taking part to play and beta test this upcoming MMO space action game can sign up now, with the closed beta scheduled to start in the near future. Star Conflict will release on PC later this year.

Developed by Star Gem Inc., Star Conflict will feature exciting, adrenaline-packed gameplay sure to satisfy fans of true space simulators as well as players of 3D action shooters.

Three thousand years have passed since the first colonists left Earth. In a remote corner of the galaxy, Sector 1337, the ruins of a great civilization of Precursors has been discovered—all that remained after a mysterious Cataclysm destroyed their entire world.
The potential risks don’t stop mankind. Without consideration for the danger, armies, mercenaries, and adventurers have flocked to the sector to sift through the ruins and loot its abandoned artifacts—and they’re prepared to fight to bring these treasures home.
This is where Star Conflict starts, with a fierce battle between the three main Factions the developers have created to represent their vision of humanity’s future. Later this year, players will choose their side, their combat roles, and their spaceships, and they will join their friends to fight Star Gem’s intergalactic conflict. But first, we invite anyone who would like to help the developers with the project and to be among the lucky few to play it early to apply for the beta test. Simply complete the form on the sign-up page of www.star-conflict.com and perhaps you’ll be selected as one of the first-line elite.

For further information about the project as well as for instructions for participating in the Star Conflict beta test, please, visit http://star-conflict.com

About the Developer – Star Gem, Inc.
Star Gem, Inc. (previously known as Targem) was established in 2011 by game industry veterans, with the goal of bringing high-quality online entertainment to players worldwide. Star Gem is dedicated to the creation of cutting edge multiplayer games. Visit developer’s official website: www.stargem-games.com

About the Publisher – Gaijin Entertainment
Gaijin Entertainment specializes in the development of games for the PC, PS3 and Xbox 360. The company also conducts technology-related research, allowing it to remain responsive to and on the cutting edge of the rapidly changing IT market. The company’s projects have received numerous media and game industry awards, including KRI awards for “Best Simulator for Next-Gen Consoles” (IL-2 Sturmovik: Birds of Prey for the PS3 and Xbox 360), “Best Technologies” (Dagor EngineTM), “Best Sound” and more. Learn more at www.gaijinent.com

Pre-Order PROTOTYPE 2 to Secure Your Free RADNET Access to Over 55 Pieces of Additional Content!

Sydney, Australia – February 1, 2012 – Radical Entertainment once again ramps up the studio’s signature over-the-top mayhem with the announcement of PROTOTYPE® 2’s RADNET Edition content. Planned to launch on April 24, 2012 from Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI), a limited number of the launch quantities of PROTOTYPE 2 on PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox® 360 video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, will contain free access to RADNET via a one-time use code that gives fans 55 free pieces of additional content delivered for seven weeks following the game’s launch*. This weekly scheduled content will include in-game Events, Challenges, Avatar Items, Dynamic Themes and Behind-the-Scenes videos, as well as bonus Mutations for PROTOTYPE 2’s main campaign. Fans that participate in ALL of RADNET’s weekly challenges and events will unlock the ultimate shape-shifting reward…to be revealed in March 2012. PROTOTYPE 2’s RADNET Edition content will only be available for free while supplies last. For more information on RADNET, please visit www.radical.ca/radnet.

The sequel to Radical Entertainment’s best-selling open-world action game of 2009, PROTOTYPE 2 takes the action of the original PROTOTYPE and continues the experience of becoming the ultimate shape-shifting weapon. As the game’s all-new infected protagonist, Sgt. James Heller, players will fight their way through the wastelands of post-viral New York Zero with unparalleled locomotion, building up a vast genetic arsenal of biological weapons and abilities as they hunt their way toward the ultimate goal – to kill…Alex…Mercer!

To find out more about PROTOTYPE 2, follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/radical_ent and check out www.prototypegame.com for the latest trailers, screenshots, special promotions and more! And for the truly dedicated, go to www.facebook.com/prototype and join the PROTOTYPE Army – a community of over 375,000 (and growing) fans that receive constant updates from the team at Radical, and early sneak peeks at new information and assets.

PROTOTYPE 2 is currently in development for Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and Windows PC. The game is currently pending rating.

About Radical Entertainment
In September 2011, Radical Entertainment celebrated its 20th anniversary in the business of creating hit video games, including 2009’s multi-million-unit-selling PROTOTYPE, The Simpsons Hit & Run, The Incredible Hulk: Ultimate Destruction, Scarface: The World Is Yours and more. We treat our properties with the reverence they deserve and gamers demand, and the commitment to our partners and fans continues to set us apart. Our Vancouver-based studio allows Radical Entertainment to bring the talent, tools and technology together to create entertainment that captures the world’s imagination. Owned by Activision Publishing, Inc, Radical is continually ranked as one of the best places to work in B.C, according to BC Business magazine and Watson Wyatt. In 2006-2008 MediaCorp Canada ranked Radical as a Top 100 Canadian Employer, Top 10 Canadian Employer for Young People, and Top 20 B.C. Employer. For more information, please visit www.radical.ca.

About Activision Publishing, Inc.
Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and leisure products.

Activision maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Norway, Denmark, the Netherlands, Australia, South Korea, China and the region of Taiwan. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company’s website, www.activision.com.

Xbox 360 Purchasers to get early access to Resident Evil 6 demo

Melbourne, VIC – February 1, 2012 — Capcom®, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games today confirmed that Dragon’s Dogma™, its highly anticipated open world action title, will be released for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system in Australia on May 24. Capcom is also pleased to announce that purchasers of Dragon’s Dogma will have the opportunity to be the first to experience a playable demo of Resident Evil™ 6, ahead of its release on November 23.

Retail versions of Dragon’s Dogma will contain a redeemable token that will allow owners to download the Resident Evil 6 demo. Purchasers of the Xbox 360 version of Dragon’s Dogma will be able to redeem this token and download the Resident Evil 6 demo globally on the Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for Xbox 360 60 days earlier than any other platform beginning July 3. The demo for owners of the PlayStation 3 version of Dragon’s Dogma will go live on the PlayStation®Store on September 5 in Australia.

An exciting new franchise which redefines the action genre, Dragon’s Dogma is from the team that produced some of Capcom’s greatest action games. Set in a huge open world, Dragon’s Dogma offers an exhilarating and fulfilling action combat game with the freedom to explore and interact in a rich, living and breathing world.

Dragon’s Dogma introduces an innovative team system to the genre. Known as Pawns, these three AI partners fight independently, demonstrating prowess and ability they have developed based on traits learned over time from the player and their actions. By utilising the Xbox LIVE online entertainment network or PlayStation Network players will journey to the Rift where they can share their own Pawns with friends and be rewarded with treasure, knowledge of the world and strategies for taking down enemies. Conversely, players can borrow friends’ Pawns with the specific skills or experience required to tackle a particular quest. In addition, Dragon’s Dogma will ship with thousands of ready-made Pawns for players to pick their allies offline.

Furthermore, Capcom will be supporting Dragon’s Dogma post launch with a comprehensive suite of downloadable content including additional quests as well as weapon and armour upgrades.

To be the first to view the brand new story trailer visit www.facebook.com/dragonsdogma . The page also includes more secrets about the world of Dragon’s Dogma and access to exclusive artwork.

Capcom is also pleased to confirm that B’z, Japan’s foremost rock band, will be creating a brand new track with English lyrics to feature in Dragon’s Dogma.

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SYDNEY, Wednesday, 1 February 2012: The winners of the inaugural Samsung AACTA Awards (Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts) have been announced, and Warp Films Australia’s SNOWTOWN has emerged as the success story of the evening in the feature film category.

Of its initial ten nominations, SNOWTOWN has taken out six of the prestigious awards, including last night’s ceremony-awarded Best Direction (Justin Kurzel), Best Lead Actor (Daniel Henshall), Best Adapted Screenplay (Shaun Grant) and Best Supporting Actress (Louise Grant). SNOWTOWN also picked up the Best Sound and Best Editing awards at the inaugural Samsung AACTA Awards Luncheon held earlier in the month.

Based on the true story of Australia’s most infamous serial killings, also known as ‘The Bodies In The Barrels’ murders, SNOWTOWN is Justin Kurzel’s directorial debut and the first local production from Warp Films Australia. SNOWTOWN was released to cinemas in May, garnering massive critical acclaim and word of mouth. SNOWTOWN is available now on DVD, Blu-Ray and digital platforms.

In the television category, SBS’s gritty Sydney-based crime drama, EAST WEST 101 SEASON 3 – A HERO’S JOURNEY has added another accolade to its long list of previous AFI Awards with the Best Television Drama Series AACTA Award. EAST WEST 101 seasons 1-3 are available now on DVD.

Paul Wiegard, Managing Director, Madman Entertainment said: “We are thrilled the industry has recognised these films and productions, and the abundance of talent behind them. The AACTA awards are a boon for the profile of Australian films and the Australian film industry.”

The Samsung AACTA Awards red carpet ceremony was held last night at the Sydney Opera House and broadcast on the Nine Network.

Brings Xbox Live Users Free Full-Length Hollywood Movies and TV Favorites

SYDNEY – January 31, 2012 – Crackle, Inc., Sony Pictures Entertainment’s multi-platform video entertainment network, has launched today on the Xbox LIVE® online entertainment network as a free full-length Hollywood movie and TV app, it was announced by the company. Crackle’s partnership with the Xbox 360®video game and entertainment system from Microsoft marks another exciting expansion for the brand, broadening its slate of distribution partners for its users. The Crackle app is now available in the Xbox LIVE® marketplace in the U.S., U.K., Canada and Australia.*

“Crackle is the single best multi-platform source of free, ad-supported Hollywood films and television series,” said Phil Lynch, VP Digital Networks and Games at Sony Pictures Television. “By our continued emphasis on cross-platform distribution, we are bringing an unparalleled viewing experience directly to Crackle’s target demographic of 18-34 males through their internet-enabled devices. We are thrilled to be a part of Xbox LIVE’s entertainment expansion.”

“Our partnership with Crackle marks a significant milestone in our vision to bring you all the film and TV entertainment you want, shared with the people you care about, made easy,” said Pete Thompson, General Manager, Xbox LIVE. “By bringing Crackle to the Xbox LIVE service and adding the magic of Kinect, we are transforming the way consumers experience entertainment forever.”

By partnering with Xbox, and through the magic of Kinect for Xbox 360, Crackle offers consumers yet another way to enjoy free, ad supported full-length Hollywood movies and TV series. Adding the Kinect experience to Crackle’s content allows consumers to interact with their favorite Crackle movies and TV shows in a more personal, seamless and effortless way. The voice- and motion-activated controls with Kinect and voice search with Bing on Xbox allow Crackle viewers to quickly find the content they want. For example, users are able to search for a movie on Xbox LIVE by stating, “Xbox, Bing: LA BAMBA,” or use verbal commands to play a movie on Xbox LIVE by stating, “Play SNIPER,” in this breakthrough new way to find and watch their favorite movies.

All Crackle content is now available to watch for free with an Xbox LIVE Gold membership. A sampling of the movie and TV offerings available on Xbox LIVE in Australia includes:
• THE ADVENTURES OF BARON MUNCHAUSEN
• HIGH SCHOOL HIGH
• IDLE HANDS
• LA BAMBA
• SNIPER
• ON THE WATERFRONT
• “Jackie Chan Adventures”
• “Different Strokes”
• “Malcolm & Eddie”
• “Ripley’s Believe it or Not”
• “Huff”
• Anime including “Blood Plus,” “Kurozuka” and “Viper’s Creed”
• Over 30 Crackle originals including “Issues,” “Why It Crackles,” “Urban Wolf” and more.

New content will continue to premiere on the app regularly. The Xbox LIVE Crackle app is available in the U.S., U.K., Canada and Australia.
*An Xbox LIVE Gold membership will be required to enjoy the Xbox LIVE Crackle app.

Crackle, Inc.
Crackle, Inc. is a multi-platform next-generation video entertainment network that distributes digital content including original short form series and full-length traditional programming from Sony Pictures’ vast library of television series and feature films. Crackle is one of the fastest growing entertainment destinations on the Internet today, offering audiences quality programming in a variety of genres, including comedy, action, sci-fi, horror, music and reality. Crackle reaches an impressive audience through its diverse online and mobile distribution network. Visit Crackle’s site at www.crackle.com.