My Own Butt-Kicking DEADPOOL Video Game, slated for 2013!!! 

Sydney, Australia – July 16, 2012 – Hey suits, listen up ‘cause I’ve got some pretty sweet news to break.  I, DEADPOOL, today announced that I’ve… (ahem…we’ve) …yes, right…WE’VE decided to make a kick-butt, butt-kicking new video game based on the awesome-ing-ist Super Hero ever known to man …(and woman, if you know what we’re sayin’) – starring yours truly, ME – DEADPOOL.  I know, I know…I pee’d myself a little with excitement just now too (you call that ‘a little?’).

Some of you may know me as the Merc with a Mouth, (or the mercenary for hire) – what can I say; I have skills!  (You know who else has skills?)  High Moon Studios has skills, and I hired them to make my game, because they’re awesome, and so am I.  But they’re not as awesome as I am, if that’s what you’ve heard.  (Who’d you hear that from?)  (Wait, listen…you smell something?)

Anywho, where was I?  Oh yeah, ME, and my game DEADPOOL!  With some cashola I ‘borrowed’ (ha!!! riiight…‘borrowed’) from Activision Publishing, Inc., (blah) a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (blah blah) (Nasdaq: ATVI) (blah blah blah), and some of the big cheeses (mmmmm…cheeeeese) from Marvel Entertainment, my DEADPOOL game will feature all of my favorite things – katanas (check), big guns (and not just these amazing arm muscles) (check), crazy poop-your-pants action (check), hot chicks (check),  maybe some of my X-MEN™ friends (well, depending on what they’re wearing), burritos, bouncy houses and of course ME!!! (check)(check) And check!

And now, a quote from me about my game:

“I, DEADPOOL, ‘hired’ Peter Della Penna and his physically embarrassing team at High Moon Studios for two reasons.  First, because of their close proximity to Mexico so I can get fresh, authentic chimichangas delivered daily,” said DEADPOOL, newly self-appointed Head of High Moon Studios, and Supreme Commander of PR, Marketing, Legal, and just about everything I want to be in charge of at Activision Publishing, Inc. “Second, if High Moon can make an amazing game about big transforming robots look cool, then they can surely make me look amazing in a third-person action video game, from all angles (seriously Peter…my bottom is my good side, so don’t screw this up).”

And now, a quote from that other guy at High Moon Studios:

“We weren’t actually planning on making a DEADPOOL game,” said Peter Della Penna, formerly Head of High Moon Studios and now second in command.  “But,

DEADPOOL came by the studio one day, said he was taking over, and that if I didn’t hire Marvel writer Daniel Way pronto and make the most amazing DEADPOOL video game, he’d break both of our arms and beat us to death with them.  I have kids, so we’re making the game.”

Speaking of ME, for your viewing pleasure (or other pleasure – hehe) check out this awesome teaser trailer and find out more information for my new DEADPOOL video game at this web thingy www.deadpoolgame.com, and be sure to follow me on what’s-yer-face at www.facebook.com/deadpoolgame.

BEYOND:  Two Souls

• Quantic  Dream took the opportunity to reveal two additional talented cast members, Kadeem Hardison and Eric Winter, experienced actors in both      film and TV.
• Hosted  by IGN’s Greg Miller, David Cage took part in a panel discussion  and was joined by Ellen Page and Kadeem Hardison.  Great conversation  arose around how Quantic Dream are combining the latest performance  capture technology and amazing acting talent in the hopes of creating a  truly unique and emotional experience for all to enjoy.

The Last of Us – Bill’s Safe House Cinematic

SDCC provided Naughty Dog with the opportunity to discuss their mocap plans and share new content on The Last of Us during their panel session where Bill’s safe house cinematic was also revealed.  First shown during the panel session, if you listen carefully at the onset of the video, you’ll hear the noises and sounds to the Infected as they hunt Joel and Ellie.  They manage to escape into the house of a gas-masked man.  Are they safe?  The masked man turns out to be a new character named Bill. Bill knows Joel somehow and, as you can see in the cinematic, owes Joel a favour.

PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale – Cole and Jak join the fight!
 
During their panel session, Superbot were please to announce the inclusion of Jak & Daxter and Cole MacGrath in PlayStation All-Stars.

Initially debuting on PS3 in 2001, Naughty Dog’s Jak and Daxter series has seen critical acclaim and success, spawning multiple titles on PS3, PS3 and PSP.  Fans have enjoyed Jak and Daxter’s signature style and varied gameplay, so they are prime candidates for PlayStation All-Stars.  Players familiar with Jak and Daxter’s arsenal will immediately recognise some of the weaponry utilised in PlayStation All-Stars including Blaster, Needle Lazer, Gyro Burster and Mass Inverter.  When the going gets tough, Jak has the ability to unleash the powers of both Dark and Light Jak to even the playing field, as seen in Jak II and Jak 3 respectively.  Daxter even lends a hand in Jak’s melee attacks!

Representing the PlayStation franchise inFAMOUS from Sucker Punch Studios, Cole MacGrath proves to be an unlikely hero with extraordinary powers!  A perfect candidate to jump in the ring alongside some of PlayStation’s heaviest hitters.

Cole takes advantage of a wide array of abilities in inFAMOUS, an experience Superbot hoped to emulate when incorporating him into the game. Cole is a well-rounded fighter who is effective at both close and long range combat, and is highly mobile as well! Players can command both his electrokinesis and cryokinesis, using these powers to assault opponents from a safe distance or propel himself towards the action. With these abilities, Cole proves to be a formidable adversary for the rest of the PlayStation All-Stars cast!

Realms of Ancient War, the explosive Hack’n’Slash (action-RPG) for PlayStation® Network, Xbox LIVE® and PC developed by Wizarbox, today released a new commented trailer showing all the features along with gameplay sequences.

This “overview” video will throw you into the heart of the battle where you can discover all the features of Realms of Ancient War, such as the leveling system of the 3 playable heroes, an exciting co-operative mode, and the special incarnation ability that lets you take control of the game’s most powerful monsters! Discover all this and more, through today’s new video!

Realms of Ancient War will arrive on Xbox LIVE®, PlayStation® Network and PC in September 2012!

– Watch the video

– Visit the official website

SYDNEY, Australia — July 12, 2012 — Ubisoft has announced that the first Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Future Soldier DLC package, the Arctic Strike Map Pack, will be available on July 17th for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and the Sony PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system.

From the streets of Moscow to the far reaches of the Arctic, this all-new downloadable content pack extends your Ghost Recon Future Soldier experience with new multiplayer maps, a new multiplayer mode, a new Guerrilla Mode co-op map, and six additional weapons to give you the supreme edge over your enemies.

Content includes:

• 3 MP Maps
• 1 new MP Mode “Stockade”
• 1 Guerilla Co-op Map
• 6 Weapons:
  • Rifleman: F2000 and CZS805
  • Scout: Type 05 JS and BT MP9
  • Engineer: OCP-11 and Mk17
• Achievements
• Level cap increase of +10

For more news and information, please visit the game’s official website at http://ghost-recon.ubi.com

The human race faces extinction as the war rages on in our backyard! Fight for humanity’s survival in the latest installment of downloadable content for Mass Effect™ 3 multiplayer!  Available to download at no additional charge*, Mass Effect 3: Earth adds three new maps based on three key cities in the galactic war – London, Vancouver and Rio De Janeiro. Players will be introduced to a whole new team of elite N7 forces who will be dispatched to protect civilization, along with an arsenal of lethal new weapons, unique upgrades, the all-new Platinum difficulty level and a brand new in-mission objective.

Mass Effect 3: Earth will be available for download on July 17 on Xbox LIVE® and the Origin™ client software and on PlayStation®Network in Australia and New Zealand on July 18. The entire pack will include:

• Three New Maps – With the fate of the galaxy at stake, Earth’s military efforts have concentrated on three strategic locations. Defend Firebase Rio, home to the N7 training facility, along with Firebase Vancouver and Firebase London in the last stand for mankind.
• New Array of Playable N7 Characters – Step into the boots of the Alliance’s most elite military units with the N7 Demolisher Engineer, N7 Destroyer Soldier, N7 Fury Adept, N7 Sentinel Paladin, N7 Shadow Infiltrator and N7 Slayer Vanguard.
• New Powerful and Unique Weapons – Lay waste to the enemy by unlocking the N7 Piranha Shotgun, N7 Typhoon Assault Rifle and Acolyte Pistol.
• New Powerful Upgrades – Outfit your weapons with 12 new modifications and fortify your gear with 11 unique upgrades to defeat even the toughest foes.
• New “Platinum” Difficulty – Conquer bronze in your sleep? Take down Silver with one hand? Beat Gold without breaking a sweat? Then grab your friends and test your skills on the brand-new Platinum difficulty.
• New In-Mission Objective – Randomly occurring during waves 3, 6 and 10, this new objective will challenge teams to keep a targeted agent alive by protecting and escorting them to a designated extraction zone on each map.

As part of the Mass Effect 3 Galaxy at War** system, success in the cooperative multiplayer experience in Mass Effect 3 links back to the player’s single-player campaign. Gaining control over each theatre of war will increase the player’s Galactic Readiness Rating, and in turn, can influence the player’s overall experience. Participation in the Mass Effect 3 Galaxy at War feature is optional.

The Mass Effect franchise is one of the most highly decorated series in the history of games, having earned over 250 awards from critics around the world. Mass Effect 3 launched in March to universal critical acclaim, receiving over 90 perfect scores. For more information on Mass Effect 3, please visit http://masseffect.com, follow the game on Twitter at http://twitter.com/masseffect or “like” the game on Facebook at http://facebook.com/masseffect.

·        DataTraveler Locker+ G2 safeguards sensitive, personal information
·        Lower price for peace of mind data security
·        Versatile data protection works on both Mac and PC Systems

Sydney, Australia – July 12, 2012 – Kingston, the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the second-generation of its popular DataTraveler Locker+ secure USB Flash drive. The new, lower priced DataTraveler Locker+ G2 works interchangeably between Mac OS X and Windows systems and all data is secured with hardware-based encryption.

Users simply set up a password upon first use for access, and the drive is as simple as plug and play with no extra software or partitions needed. The DataTraveler Locker+ G2 also features a password manager that allows users to store names and passwords for up to 20 accounts. The stylish, durable metal casing also features a key loop for easy attachment to a backpack, briefcase or purse.

Nathan Su, Flash Memory Sales Director, APAC Region, Kingston said, “Data security for consumers is simple and affordable with the new DataTraveler Locker+ G2. The data encryption makes this the perfect USB drive to keep your information safe and out of strangers’ hands in case it ever gets lost. Users can take their data between Mac and PC systems with ease, and also safely store login information to websites with the included password manager.”

The DataTraveler Locker+ G2 is available in 4GB, 8GB, 16GB and 32GB capacities. It is backed by a five-year warranty and free technical support.

Kingston DataTraveler Locker+ G2 Features and Specifications:
·        Hardware Encryption: The best in personal security to keep your data safe
·        Superior Password Protection: User sets a password to prevent unauthorised access
·        Versatile: Works interchangeably between Mac OS X and Windows systems
·        Secure: Drive locks down and reformats after 10 invalid login attempts
·        Easy to Use: No application installation required
·        Password Manager: Access and store user names and passwords for up to 20 accounts
·        Stylish: Durable metal casing with built-in key loop
·        Customisable¹: Co-Logo program available
·        Supports: Windows 7, Vista, XP & Mac OS X
·        Guaranteed: Five-year warranty with free technical support
·        Capacities²: 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB
·        Speed³: 10MB/s read and 5MB/s write
·        Compatibility: Designed to USB 2.0 specifications
·        No Admin Rights Required
·        Minimum System Requirements:
–        USB 2.0 compliant and 3.0 compatible
–        Two (2) free consecutive drive letters required for use
·        Dimensions: 2.28″ x 0.73″ x 0.38″ (58.00mm x 18.6mm x 9.75mm)
·        Operating Temperature: 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)
·        Storage Temperature: -4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)

Rent or Buy on DVD, Blu-ray™ and Triple Play from July 18, 2012 

“Get ready for a lifetime of being bad-asses!” – Jenko

“Dude, do you still not know the Miranda rights? You’re a cop!”- Schmidt                       

21 Jump Street – The box-office smash-hit comedy of 2012 starring Academy Award® nominee, Jonah Hill and Hollywood heart-throb Channing Tatum, comes to DVD, Blu-ray™ and Triple Play on July 18, 2012.

Former high school foes, Schimdt (Hill) and Jenko (Tatum) play bumbling young cops, tasked to join the secret Jump Street unit. As part of their assignment, they must pose as students and investigate criminal activity inside their old high school.

In the midst of the investigation, the hapless duo find that high school is nothing like they left it just a few years earlier. As they trade in their guns and badges for back-packs, Schmidt and Jenko risk their lives to infiltrate a violent and dangerous drug ring. Acting and living like 17 year-olds once more, they slip back into their adolescent selves and risk the case – and their friendship – with hysterically disastrous results!

The hit action-comedy also stars Ice Cube as stern police captain, Captain Dickinson, and features a cameo appearance from original 21 Jump Street TV series star, Johnny Depp.

Following huge box-office success, 21 Jump Street is available to take home on DVD, Blu-ray™ and Triple Play from July 18, 2012. 

Blu-ray™ and DVD Bonus Features:

• Commentary with Directors and Cast
• Not So Slim Shady
• Gag Reel
• Cube-O-Rama
• Back to School
• Brothers In Arms
• Johnny Depp On Set
• The Rob Riggle Show
• Peter Pan on The Freeway

Director:        Phil Lord (Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, Extreme Movie)

                        Christopher Miller (Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, How I Met Your Mother)

Cast:               Jonah Hill (Moneyball, Get Him to the Greek)

Channing Tatum (The Vow, Dear John) 

                        Brie Larson (Scott Pilgrim vs. the World, United States of Tara)

Dave Franco (Charlie St Cloud, Superbad)

Ice Cube (Barbershop, Friday)

Price:             DVD – RRP $39.95

                        Blu-ray – RRP $44.95

Triple Play – RRP $49.95 (BD + DVD + DC)

Duration:      105 minutes

Genre:           Thriller/Action

Rating:           MA15+

Enter the Arena and Forge Your Destiny Early 2013 

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — July 12, 2012 — Today, Ubisoft^® announced the upcoming release of Spartacus^® Legends, a fighting game that will immerse users in the visceral world created by the popular Spartacus original series produced and distributed by Starz Entertainment. Spartacus Legends is a unique gaming experience based on popular characters from the international hit series.

Spartacus Legends comes early 2013. Gamers will experience primeval gladiator moments, from training inside the ludus to brutal battles in the arena, all while striving to become a legend.

Featuring thousands of ruthless weapon combinations and a robust skill system, Spartacus Legends delivers a variety of tools for gamers to customise their gladiators and dismember their foes. Gamers will be able to fight as Spartacus, Crixus or one of their own created gladiators as they battle with friends offline or in online multiplayer to join the ranks on the worldwide leaderboards.

Liam McIntyre has been very involved with the Spartacus Legends team. In addition to allowing his likeness and voice to be featured, Liam, a big gamer himself, played early builds of the game and provided his creative feedback throughout the development process.

The Spartacus franchise (Gods of the Arena, Blood and Sand and Vengeance) airs in more than 150 countries and has been translated into 15 languages. In the United States, viewership for the show has grown with each season and is one of the highest rated cable series, with more than six million viewers watching each episode.

In the upcoming final season, Spartacus: War of the Damned, sees the return of Liam McIntyre (Spartacus), Manu Bennett (Crixus), Dustin Clare (Gannicus), Dan Feuerriegel (Agron), Cynthia Addai-Robinson (Naevia) and Ellen Hollman (Saxa). They are joined by Todd Lasance in the role of Gaius Julius Caesar, along with Simon Merrells as Marcus Crassus. Spartacus is produced by Rob Tapert, Sam Raimi, Joshua Donen and Steven S. DeKnight.

Comic-Con International: San Diego attendees will be the first to test their skills in the arena of Spartacus Legends at Comic-Con 2012 from Thursday, July 12 through Sunday, July 15 at the Starz Media booth.

For more information on Spartacus Legends, please visit: www.starz.com/spartacuslegends

Ultra-portable SELPHY CP900 makes lab-quality photo printing easy, anywhere 

Highlights:

–  Ultra-compact design and huge 2.7-inch 230,000 dot tilt LCD

–  Direct Wi-Fi printing from compatible cameras and devices including smartphones and tablets

–  Easy Image Optimizer feature, including Red Eye correction, Noise Reduction and Contrast Correction

–  100 year long-lasting print life

–  Optional battery pack for print anywhere convenience

 Sydney 12 July, 2012: Canon Australia has today announced the latest evolution to its fun and easy compact photo printer range – the SELPHY CP900. Styled in sleek black or white, the ultra-compact SELPHY CP900 makes it easier than ever to print lab-quality photos quickly at home or wherever the action takes place.

“The new SELPHY CP900 is packed with more features than ever to make printing lab-quality images a snap, and it’s also the smallest SELPHY yet,” says Kai Lebens, Brand Manager – SELPHY, Canon Australia. “Not only does the CP900 correct your images for bad lighting, red eye and colour balance, the addition of Wi-Fi connectivity makes quality photo printing more convenient across a range of photo devices.”

Flexible, convenient printing with Wi-Fi connectivity

When paired with a Wi-Fi enabled digital compact camera, the CP900 is ideal for instant photo printing at birthday parties and other social functions where capturing and sharing lasting memories on the spot is important. Also, users with compatible smartphones and tablets will be able use the Canon Easy-PhotoPrint mobile app*¹ to print stored images.

“The addition of Wi-Fi connectivity offers users the flexibility and convenience to print from a variety of situations and devices without sacrificing the overall quality of the output,” says Lebens.

In the home, users can browse and unlock images stored on any compatible computer*² connected to the same wireless network and send them directly to the Canon SELPHY CP900 for printing.

Quality images made easy and fun!

The SELPHY CP900’s Image Optimizer features evolved Noise Reduction Technology and enhanced Intelligent Contrast Correction, making it easy to print spectacular photos every time. The new Noise Reduction Technology allows users to print stunning portraits, which appear smoother with more natural coloured skin tones. Intelligent Contrast Correction reduces background overexposure, resulting in a well balanced background and subject.

The SELPHY CP900’s clever image enhancement technologies ensure photos look their best. Features such as manual brightness adjustment, smooth skin effect, blue sky, sunset and cloudy sky optimiser allow you to optimise every image, preserving your memories at the very best quality.

The new SELPHY CP900 provides users with more options to get creative and have fun with their images, such as a new “Shuffle” print feature. Shuffle print allows you to select your favourite images and have them automatically laid out on a single photo print, resulting in a fun and interesting collage-style piece of artwork. A maximum of either eight or twenty images can be chosen, with the choice of a black or white background.

Assisting image printing from anywhere, a new 2.7-inch high-resolution tilt LCD screen makes viewing your images easier and printing photos has also been made simpler thanks to the ability to print directly from USB flash drives and SDXC card in addition to Wi-Fi-enabled devices. Also, an optional battery pack is available for complete freedom to print anywhere.

Key features:

• Super compact design (178 x 127 x 60.5mm and weighing just 810g)
• Huge 2.7” TFT high res colour LCD
• Photo-lab-quality prints delivered in high speeds of approx 47 seconds*³
• Automatic Red-Eye Correction
• Image Optimizer automatically adjusts brightness, contrast and colour
• Direct Wi-Fi photo printing from compatible cameras (DPS over IP enabled) and mobile phones using Wi-Fi, PictBridge and memory cards
• 100 year print life*⁴, four layer print process – cyan, magenta, yellow and a durable, clear UV protective coating to prevent smudging, fading and colour change to ensure your precious memories last a lifetime
• More layout options with Shuffle setting and new Square Label setting for creative use of images for gift cards
• Anti-theft wire lock slot
• Optional battery pack for portable printing

Availability

The SELPHY CP900 will be available through Canon retailers from early September 2012. Pricing is set at dealer discretion. For more information, customers can contact Canon on 1800 021 167, or visit the website at canon.com.au

1              iOS application is planned for release at the beginning of August 2012, and an Android application is planned for release in December 2012

2              For printing from computers: Only Windows 7 is supported for PCs, and for Macintosh, v10.6.8 to v10.7 are supported

3              Print speed obtained using compatible Canon compact digital camera incorporating DIGIC II, other camera models may vary

4              Based on accelerated dark storage testing by Canon under controlled lighting, temperature and humidity conditions. Canon cannot guarantee the longevity of the prints; results may vary depending on printed images, display/storage conditions and environmental factors