WHAT: Ubisoft announced today that Rocksmith Bass Expansion, a content add-on for Rocksmith, will be available on August 14, 2012 on the Xbox 360 console and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system for $29.99.

With the Rocksmith Bass Expansion, all 53 of the original on-disc tracks that feature bass, as well as any previous DLC purchased, are automatically updated and instantly available to play. Along with the ability to play the bass lines of favorite songs, bassists of all experience levels can improve their skills like 2-finger plucking, slapping, and popping with dedicated bass technique challenges, tutorial videos and mini-games. Players can even use any 6-string guitar to emulate a 4-string bass. Tracking learning has never been easier as bass progression is tracked separately from guitar progression. Simply put, nothing compares to playing a real bass guitar.

Rocksmith is the first and only video game where players can plug any real guitar or bass with a standard 1/4” input jack into an Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation® 3 computer entertainment system or PC and play through an in-depth library of music including everything from the latest hits to classic rock songs.

Rocksmith features gameplay that automatically adjusts to the player’s skill level, and will engage experienced musicians as well as those who are picking up a guitar for the first time. Players will be able to choose from actual lead, rhythm, and combo guitar compositions, inspiring players to perform songs after the game is turned off.

For more information on Rocksmith, please visit www.rocksmith.com, and follow Rocksmith on Facebook at www.facebook.com/rocksmithgame.

WHEN: Available in North America on August 14, 2012

Ride Your Warhorses to Battle for OBT August 28th

AUGUST 03, 2012— Joymax, leading online game developer and publisher widely known for Silkroad Online and Digimon Masters, today announced the hotly anticipated date for the open beta of Knight Age.  Players will be able to once again mount up and enter into a daring combat in this fantasy MMORPG beginning August 28^th.  To pre-register for the open beta, squires simply need to have a Joymax account, which can be created at http://bit.ly/KnightAge0803.

“We learned some tough but valuable lessons about both the popularity of Knight Age and our ability to support a massive number of people who want to dive right into the game when we launch,” said Nam-Chul Kim, CEO of Joymax.  “We’ve also used the mountain of user feedback acquired through our forums and Facebook to make numerous small adjustments that will streamline the beta experience for everyone.”

Knight Age was first introduced to the public via closed beta July 10^th through 17^th.  Its initial launch generated so much traffic, the Knight Age website had to be temporarily shut down to control the massive influx of visitors.  To ensure all interested players can jump straight into the action come August 28^th, the Knight Age client will be up on the site to download on August 14^th and can be pre-loaded any time before OBT begins. All players that have joined during Closed Beta Test only need to update the patch by launching their current game.  Skip the long wait by having your client ready before open beta begins!

The Open Beta will also introduce a variety of new content that was unavailable during closed beta, including the much anticipated 50 versus 50 guild battles.  The lauded Pupa system, which allows players to raise, breed, and mould their companion pets into the ultimate fighting machines, has also been expanded.  Pupa can be specialized in a variety of way, including becoming monster hunting champions or a lean, mean PVP machine.

Knight Age, a 3D fantasy MMORPG, will take players through a vast world of Knights battling against a malicious God.  Featuring a unique riding-action where—unlike other MMORPGs—Knights can perform elaborate attack skills on mobile mounts. Knight Age provides a one-of-a-kind combat system that is carried out on rides with each providing different types of power-ups!

This is all in addition to Knight Age’s numerous game feature, such as the colossal PVP system pitting 50 allied knights against 50 opposing knights, the Battle for Excalibur where players battle against 100 other players for the legendary sword, as well as the Pupa pet system where raising a strong companion.

Players looking for all the juiciest tidbits, such as daily game information, character tips, and plenty of screen shots can check out Knight Age’s Facebook at http://bit.ly/KnightAgeFB0803, or Twitter at @OfficialKnightAge.

Award-winning mockumentary follows the world’s only all-girl porn star rock band as they attempt to put their wicked pasts behind them and make it in the music biz

August 3rd, 2012, New York, NY – Wild Eye Releasing presents “Tight”, a hilarious ‘mockumentary’ about four adult performers who create the all-girl rock band Tight, and hit the road to promote their music, meet new fans and learn about friendship, perseverance and the insanity of the rock & roll lifestyle. For the first time ever, the lives of an all female adult star rock band is documented for the world to see.

“Tight”, available on DVD September 25th, follows Monica Mayhem, Tuesday Cross, Alicia Andrews and Layla Labelle as they temporarily take leave of the adult industry and try to make it as rock musicians, sweating it out in the clubs under the management of one of the biggest names in the adult industry, and former Charlie Sheen Goddess, Bree Olson.

“The biggest challenge a porn star band faces is being taken seriously,” says Bree Olsen. “These are very talented musicians but not everyone is willing to give them a chance.”

Tight (the band) competed and won on Howard Stern’s XXX Factor talent competition back in April, and a new lead singer, Kelley Jean, recently replaced Mayhem, adding a new dynamic to the quartet. Tight is headed on tour soon, just in time for the release of “Tight” (the movie) as well as the band’s new single ‘Down to the Bottom’, which is available HERE.

The passion and spirit of the performances shine through in the film, which The New York Post declared ‘the best mockumentary since Spinal Tap!’ Tight is a powerful force of raw energy that pierces the screen in “Tight”, making it a delirious spectacle for the senses.

“Tight” is loaded with extras, including deleted scenes, bonus videos, unseen concert footage, sexy image galleries, trailers and four pages of liner notes, and is already receiving raves: James King of the Phoenix New Times notes that “’Tight’ has all the components of a perfect reality series,” while The New York Post declared it “the best mockumentary since Spinal Tap!” The girls’ raw energy pierces the screen and makes the viewer root for this most unlikely of rock bands, even as they implode.

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Check out the attached clip from the upcoming series, Todd & the Book of Pure Evil – a show that is making waves throughout high schools. With jokes dirtier than a teenage boy’s bedroom, it will make you cringe, burst out laughing and have you wide-eyed in astonishment.

The Canadian series stars Alex House (Degrassi: The Next Generation), Maggie Castle (The Time Traveler’s Wife) and Jay and Silent Bob‘s very own Jason Mewes as ‘Jimmy the Janitor’.

Todd & the Book of Pure Evil Series 1 will be available for Digital Download through iTunes on 24 August and on DVD through JB Hi Fi 24 October 2012.

STEAM SALE

From now until the end of the weekend (August 2-5) you can purchase the QuakeCon 2012 pack, which includes more than 20 id Software and Bethesda Softworks titles, for one low price.  Purchase the QuakeCon 2012 pack AND pre-purchase Dishonored, and save even more! In addition to the great discount on the QuakeCon 2012 pack, all those that pre-purchase Dishonored will receive Arx Fatalis for free.

This special package includes titles such as:

·      The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

·      RAGE

·      Fallout 3

·      Fallout: New Vegas

·      Brink

·      Oblivion GOTY Deluxe

·      Morrowind GOTY

·      Commander Keen

·      DOOM 1-3

·      QUAKE 1-4

They will also be offering deals each day on individual id Software and Bethesda Softworks’ titles via Steam. Daily deals include:

·      Thursday: The Elder Scrolls Sale, with up to 66% off

·      Friday: Rage 50% off

·      Saturday: All Fallout titles, including DLC, are 66% off

·      Sunday: All Quake/Doom games are 75% off

For full details on the QuakeCon 2012 pack and a complete list of the daily deals, please visit www.steamgames.com

id MOBILE SALE

During QuakeCon 2012 (August 2-5) all iPhone titles from id Mobile on the Apple iTunes store – including RAGE HD and DOOM RESURRECTION – will be on sale. id Mobile titles can be purchased on the Apple iTunes store at http://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/id-software/id309470481. For more information please visit:

Sydney 3 August, 2012: Canon has posted an updated Service Notice today regarding the front rubber grips of some EOS 650D (EOS REBEL T4i/EOS Kiss X6i in other markets) units produced in certain lots between 31 May and 27 June 2012.

Canon has identified an issue with the rubber grips on a number of EOS 650D cameras. This Service Notice replaces the Notice released on 6 July, which advised that there were no affected units sold through Authorised Resellers into the Australian market.

Since the 6 July Service Notice, Canon has broadened the serial number range of potentially affected products as a precautionary measure and, as a result, the company believes that a small number of cameras in the extended range have been sold in the Australian market.

The updated Service Notice information can be used by owners of EOS 650D cameras to identify whether their camera falls within the extended serial number range and the support available. Canon advises users of EOS 650D cameras who have checked their camera serial number prior to 3 August 2012 to please repeat the process.

Related links: 

–        See  the Canon Australia Service Notice

–        Find a Canon Authorised Reseller – http://www.canon.com.au/Support-Services/Dealer-Service-Locator

About Canon:

Canon is the world’s leading imaging brand that actively inspires with imaginative ideas that enable people to connect, communicate and achieve more than they thought possible through imaging solutions for business and consumers. Canon’s Australian R&D company, CiSRA, develops and exports digital imaging technologies for use in Canon products worldwide. Canon has ranked among the top-four US patent recipients* for the past 20 years, and had global revenues of around $US46 billion in 2011. Canon Australia also operates Canon Finance Australia, which offers one-stop shopping for customers wanting leasing or finance services. For more information, visit www.canon.com.au, www.facebook.com/canonaustralia, www.twitter.com/canonaustralia, www.youtube.com/canonaustralia

Meet some of the stars of Need for Speed Most Wanted: the Corvette ZR1, The Koenigsegg Agera R and The Hummer H1 Alpha. Most Wanted isn’t about pristine cars sitting untouched in a showroom. It’s about getting your foot down, sliding the back end out and fighting your way past cops and rivals to the top of your Most Wanted list. The action takes you on a grand tour of Fairhaven City, a massive, open world of heavily policed freeways, downtown grids, industrial zones, tunnels, storm drains and high-speed open roads.

Pre-order Newest Expansion Pack to The Sims 3 and Receive Special Limited Edition Upgrade Featuring Exclusive Ice Lounge

SYDNEY, Australia. – August 3, 2012 – Break out your umbrellas and prepare for the storm, The Sims™ 3 Seasons Expansion Pack* is coming this holiday! The Maxis Label of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today announced that The Sims 3 Seasons Expansion Pack for PC/Mac will launch worldwide November 2012.

Packed full of fun for every season, the latest offering from The Sims Studio introduces all-new activities, seasonal festivals and celebrations, dramatic weather effects and more, allowing players to transform their Sims’ worlds with the change of each season as they play with life…and the weather.

The Definitive Co-op Franchise Heads to Mexico with Explosive Action and Devastating Destruction Powered by Frostbite 2

SYDNEY, Australia – Aug 3, 2012 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) today announced Army of TWO™ The Devil’s Cartel, the gritty third installment to the blockbuster action franchise celebrated for its intense, two player co-operative gameplay.

Developed by Visceral Games™, the award-winning creators of Dead Space™, Army of TWO The Devil’s Cartel re-sets the series that pioneered the co-op experience with a more intense, mature and grittier tone. P

layers will find themselves on the deadly streets of Mexico as Alpha and Bravo, two operatives working for Tactical Worldwide Operations (T.W.O.), a PMC outfit that drops them in the middle of a drug war conflict for an assignment full of corruption and deceit.

With the ability to unleash the power of ultimate destruction, players will need to work together as their objectives unravel, allegiances begin to blur and they face off against a ruthless opposition.

SYDNEY, Australia – August 3, 2012 – Danger Close™ Games, a studio of Electronic Arts (NASDAQ:EA), today announced a remarkable cross-collaboration between Medal of Honor™ Warfighter and worldwide #1 rock band Linkin Park.

The band’s co-producer and co-lead vocalist Mike Shinoda has composed powerful, original in-game scores for Medal of Honor Warfighter that will add depth and emotion to an already intense gameplay experience.

Additionally, Linkin Park has included the warrior -inspired song “CASTLE OF GLASS” on their new #1 album, LIVING THINGS . Consistent with the dramatic themes and authentic action within the game, the song “CASTLE OF GLASS” looks at the life of a soldier and the forthcoming video elaborates on the many sacrifices they and their families make.

Debuting this October, the concept for Linkin Park’s “CASTLE OF GLASS” music video is the result of direct collaboration between members of Linkin Park and Danger Close Games. Produced by Digital Domain and Danger Close, thevideo will feature a unique mix of live action footage edited with gameplay recordings taken from Medal of Honor Warfighter.