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General Gaming Article


Telltale Games Announces Tales from the Borderlands

Posted: 08 Dec 2013 08:17 PM PST

Claptrap and his posse return in Telltale's new project

Can't get enough Borderlands or Telltale Games? You're in luck! An announcement from Spike TV's VGX awards reveals Tales from the Borderlands, Telltale Games' latest game taking place in the Borderlands universe.

Unfortunately, aside from an announcement trailer which you can watch below, few details have been released about the game itself. It is, however, coming to the PC -- though whether or not it's poised to stay there is another question entirely. Those looking for another reason to jump into the world beyond the late Tiny Tina DLC would do well to check this adventure game out upon its release.

For now, check out the trailer below and let us know what you think.

Twitter Expanding to Cell Users Without Internet Access

Posted: 08 Dec 2013 07:48 PM PST

Tweeting without internet access will soon be a reality for some

Tweeting is best done with an internet connection, as we all know. How else can you stay up-to-date with your feed, share your updates, and discover new friends and faces to follow? That's all about to change, as Twitter has partnered with a Singapore business that would aid the social network site to grow in smaller markets.

U2opia Mobile will be introducing a new service in March of 2014 that will allow users without internet-enabled phones to use Twitter. The secret behind tweeting without an internet connection lies within Unstructured Supplementary Data (USSD) that allows cell phone users to dial a special number that allows them to receive updates in that manner when an internet connection is not available. Users wouldn't be able to tweet images or video, but they could send text updates, and since that's Twitter's primary method of use it would act as a huge boon for those adopting new accounts.

It's an idea that could very quickly work to bring the world even closer together and one that would surely benefit both Twitter and those in areas without access to service that allows them to surf the web.

Facebook Working to Put News Before Memes

Posted: 08 Dec 2013 07:00 PM PST

Expect more links to show up on your feeds

Sick of seeing that same badly-Photoshopped meme about 'Merica with bald eagles and something or other about freedom for the third time? What about pictures of babies? Great news -- Facebook is working to prioritize "high quality" news stories on user feeds rather than memes or similar types of content.

This news comes by way of Facebook's most recent blog post, where the social network has made the promise to better distinguish between news posts and just another meme someone's posted -- examples include pieces on recent events and social commentary being heralded over photos from Imgur and the like. If you click on a link to an article that's been promoted because of its content type, Facebook will also bring up recommendations to "help discover" additional content you may or may not find interesting.

The push is directed to generate more discussion amongst users, but at the same time links that are posted aren't always going to direct to content that people find more entertaining than memes. If you use Facebook, do you think this is a push in the right direction?

Jetpack PC From Piixl Fits Comfortably On the Back of Your TV

Posted: 08 Dec 2013 04:14 PM PST

Strap a Jetpack onto the back of your TV

With Valve's upcoming systems and the various "Steam Machine" models on the horizon, the road to becoming a PC gamer is quickly becoming a clear path unmuddied by confusing hardware or frustrating setups. Now, Piixl wants to get in on the action with its new Jetpack PC, which seeks to offer a different sort of convenience: the kind you don't even have to see.

Piixl's Jetpack PC attaches to the back of your television, so no one even has to know you're equipped with a powerful gaming machine unless you choose to reveal it. You can change out the graphics card or GPU whenever you're ready as the system is an open PC architecture, so you'll be able to keep up with the times on the cheap without having to buy an entirely new setup.

The Jetpack itself is actually quite small, 2.5 inches thick, and it will start at $1,000, going on sale January 1st, 2014. Exact specifications for the machine have yet to be revealed, but it looks to be a pretty powerful piece of equipment. It's an interesting setup to be sure, but who will end up adopting this over Valve's Steam Machine prototypes?

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Rise and Shiny: Zombie Pandemic

Posted: 08 Dec 2013 09:00 AM PST

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I really want to recommend Zombie Pandemic, a browser-based, post-apocalyptic "MMORPG" by Pixel Pandemic. I really do. The problem is that I can see you sitting down to play a cool-sounding game, recommended by me, only to leave it within an hour because its server issues literally make the game unplayable at times. It's such a shame because there are several great ideas going on in the game and several systems and mechanics that rely heavily on real timing and, you know, the server running smoothly. During my time with the game this week, I had the game reset a good portion of my progress, kill me with server burps, and block me from purchasing item shop goods. Yes, that's right... not only did the game prevent me from playing at times, but it also prevented me from giving it money.

Still, I'm going to tell you why I liked the game and why you should still check it out. It's a great game for players who enjoy zombies, post-apocalyptic survival, board games, and relatively deep storylines.

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    One Shots: The storm has passed

    Posted: 08 Dec 2013 07:00 AM PST

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    WAR
    "Here is a picture from my days playing Warhammer Online," reader John submitted. "It will be missed."

    You know what, John? It really will be. Heaven knows it's been kicked around enough in the larger MMO community, but people doing that oh-so-conveniently forget the great times that were had. In a sea of fantasy games, it's still hard to find Witch Hunters battling mutated madmen or suicidal punk Dwarves getting swallowed by a giant squig. Except for here, of course.

    So take in that lightning and be kind to those who will go through the grieving process this month when WAR is shuttered. Do it for me, will ya? The Gipper. And as you're doing that, also check out our other player screenshots from this past week!

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    MassivelyOne Shots: The storm has passed originally appeared on Massively on Sun, 08 Dec 2013 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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      The Daily Grind: If you were given $100 to spend on MMOs, what would you buy?

      Posted: 08 Dec 2013 05:00 AM PST

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      Today a fun hypothetical: Let's say your awesome Aunt Irma visited you for your birthday and gave you $100 with a strict stipulation. She doesn't want to see you spend it on drugs or subscriptions to the New Yorker; instead she demands that you spend all $100 on MMOs that very day. What would you buy?

      Would you purchase a few MMOs that have been on your wish list? Would you splurge on an indulgent cash shop purchase? Would you add another character slot or pay for subscriptions for the next six months?

      Think carefully, as you have only $100. How would you spend it on MMOs?

      Every morning, the Massively bloggers probe the minds of their readers with deep, thought-provoking questions about that most serious of topics: massively online gaming. We crave your opinions, so grab your caffeinated beverage of choice and chime in on today's Daily Grind!

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        The Tattered Notebook: EverQuest Next roundtable roundup, take two

        Posted: 07 Dec 2013 03:00 PM PST

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        Back in September, The Tattered Notebook gathered together the first 10 roundtable questions that EverQuest Next and EQN Landmark devs posed to fans, with their accompanying community thoughts, developer opinions, and video clip answers. However, that was only the tip of the iceberg. The Round Table discussions were not just an introductory fad; they are a permanent part of the development process. As such, new polls are put up every week for fans to vote on and to post their own feedback and thoughts about on the forum.

        So now that a couple of months have passed, it's time to round up the next wave of questions in one central location, focusing this time on the six questions with dev responses. Maybe there is a query or two that you missed as the weeks rolled by, or maybe you just want to see what direction the community is leaning. Got some strong opinions about death penalties or fast travel in EverQuest Next? What about in-game holidays? This is definitely the time to share them!

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        MassivelyThe Tattered Notebook: EverQuest Next roundtable roundup, take two originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 07 Dec 2013 18:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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          Remnant Knights closing on January 31

          Posted: 07 Dec 2013 02:00 PM PST

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          Remnant Knights
          'Tis the season for MMO closures, apparently. Following on the heels of ArchLord is this announcement about Remnant Knights. The title will close its doors on January 31, 2014.

          GameSamba will be providing cash shop compensation for "all Sambas spent in-game from November 1, 2013 until the closing date." Click the links below to read full details on claiming your Samba compensation.

          [Thanks MMOSerbia!]

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          The Mog Log: There's nothing to say about Final Fantasy XI

          Posted: 07 Dec 2013 01:00 PM PST

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          So I'm going to spend about a thousand words talking about it anyway.  Enjoy!
          At a glance, Final Fantasy XI is doing all right for itself. It's been running for over a decade and has had to deal with only occasional server merges. It launched another new expansion this year. It certainly doesn't have the population that it used to have, but the people who are playing seem happy enough with the game, and that's what matters. And yet for all that I ostensibly write about both of Square-Enix's online games, these days it's pretty much all Final Fantasy XIV.

          Some readers have asked me why this is. Have I fallen out of love with Final Fantasy XI? Yes. And no. It's complicated. And I think discussing why I'm not writing more about XIV's more classic sibling also bears some discussion in the context of the game as a whole. So let's talk about why there's so little to say about Vana'diel these days, even while Vana'diel continues to be an active environment.

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          MassivelyThe Mog Log: There's nothing to say about Final Fantasy XI originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 07 Dec 2013 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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            Save Millennium City from Black Harlequin in Champions' Winter Event

            Posted: 07 Dec 2013 12:00 PM PST

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            Champions Online Christmas event
            It's winter in Millennium City, which means that it's time for Champions Online's annual Winter Event. Black Harlequin is once again attempting to deliver thousands of deadly presents to city residents, and the dev team has bundled the March of the Mecha Soldiers mission into a custom alert that includes "new rewards for the defenders of Millennium City."

            Players will also run across randomly spawning Christmas presents like action figure parts and various Christmas items. Be wary, though, as some of the gifts may be traps set by Black Harlequin.

            MassivelySave Millennium City from Black Harlequin in Champions' Winter Event originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 07 Dec 2013 15:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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            Defiance's Arkbreaker DLC sorta delayed on PS3

            Posted: 07 Dec 2013 11:30 AM PST

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            Those of you with PlayStation 3s who were planning to purchase Defiance's Arkbreaker DLC on its December 10th release day will be waiting a bit longer, according to a post on Trion's website. The holdup is due to some sort of online store setup, which requires "several weeks of lead time" for the PlayStation Network.

            PS3 Season Pass holders will be able to download the DLC manually on the 10th. PC and Xbox 360 users will be able to purchase the DLC on the 10th as per the original plan.

            MassivelyDefiance's Arkbreaker DLC sorta delayed on PS3 originally appeared on Massively on Sat, 07 Dec 2013 14:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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            The Stream Team: Slaying Vanguard's server beast (and dungeon mobs, too)

            Posted: 07 Dec 2013 10:00 AM PST

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            Neither sleet nor snow nor server offline will keep Massively's MJ from Vanguard dungeons! OK, well the server being offline can, and actually did last week. But she won't give in that easily! She's back and ready to slay the mighty server beast that refused her her dungeon adventures.

            Now the question is, which one will she hit up today? That depends on who is brave enough to join the group! With over 70+ to choose from at her level, the possibilities feel endless. If some lower levels join the party, she'll head to one they can access. If not, perhaps the group will venture into Dreadfang Hovel, Lair of the Drake Riders, or Stonefist Scarp. Join us live at 1:00 p.m. to see where the crew ends up. Or better yet, log in and be a part of the crew!

            Game: Vanguard
            Host: MJ Guthrie
            Date: Saturday, December 7th, 2013
            Time: 1:00 p.m. EST

            Enjoy our Steam Team video below.

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