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• Overwatch Funko Pop! Vinyl Toys Revealed

  24-02-2016 23:48
  
  Funko's brand new Pop! collection features some of Overwatch's coolest characters.
  Four figures have been announced so far—Tracer, "the time-jumping test pilot;" Reaper, "the mysterious mercenary;" Widowmaker, "the ice-cold assassin;" and Winston, "super-intelligent, genetically enhanced gorilla."
  The first three are regular-sized Funko Pop! figures, while Winston comes super-sized at six inches.
  No word on their pricing, but Funko confirmed the collection will release in May. We've reache
  
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• NBA 2K16 Can't Accurately Depict Stephen Curry

  24-02-2016 23:47
  
  Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry is so good, his NBA 2K16 counterpart can't keep up.
  2K Games spent years perfecting its system, and when Golden State Warrors' star player came along, it had to forget its proven methods in regards to virtual Curry's play.
  NBA 2K16 gameplay director Mike Wang told IGN "it's not as much about changing Curry himself, as it is changing the way to suceed while using him as a player." Curry's avatar is already a "very potent scorer" in the game—es
  
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• PlayStation Plus serves up free copies of Broforce, Galak-Z in March

  24-02-2016 22:54 via news.yahoo.com
  
  Sony has announced March’s incoming batch of free games for PlayStation Plus members, revealing that service subscribers can expect to receive free copies of Galak-Z, Super Stardust HD , and other standouts. Among March’s free games is Broforce , which recently won a Sony-conducted Vote to Play poll among PlayStation Plus subscribers. Related:  Sony puts March’s PlayStation Plus freebie up for vote Originally released via Steam Early Access, Broforce is a 2D run-and-gun sh
  
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• Rocket League Getting a Physical Release

  24-02-2016 22:47
  
  Rocket League is coming to retail, Psyonix’s vice president of marketing and communications, Jeremy Dunham, announced today. A release date and pricing details have not been announced at this time.
  Those details, along with what's included in the physical package and who Psyonix is partnering with for the retail version, will be revealed "very soon," Dunham told Kinda Funny Games.
  Dunham also revealed the vehicle sports game has generated over $70 million USD in revenue and has sold "almos
  
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• Snapchat Today: A Dog Plays Street Fighter

  24-02-2016 22:38
  
  If you haven't checked out IGN's Snapchat Discover channel, you are missing out! We have been posting daily Snapchat exclusives like image galleries, cosplays of the day, behind-the-scenes videos of the IGN office, pop culture trivia, and much more.
  On today’s Snapchat edition, we had our very own Vince Ingenito go head to head in Street Fighter 5 against... a dog! Want to see how it went?
  Download Snapchat or swipe over to the Discover section to check it out! While you're at it, pic
  
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• XCOM 2 Mod Adds Bob Ross to Your Squad

  24-02-2016 22:04
  
  Fighting an insurgent war against alien oppressors can be stressful, so one modder decided to add a bit of peaceful serenity to an XCOM squad with a Bob Ross voice pack.
  With classic lines involving little clouds and happy accidents, Bob Ross seems right at home in the futuristic battlefield of XCOM 2. Whether it's a reassuring comment or a congratulations after a good shot, Bob can now be the guiding voice to your victory.
  You can add this voice pack and others to your game through the creator'
  
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• Beyond: What Defines Far Cry?

  24-02-2016 22:00
  
  This week, Max "Ant Farm" Scoville, Marty "Silly Putty" Sliva, Brian "Mr. Potato Head" Altano and Andrew "Slinky Jr." Goldfarb are back in the same room to discuss adventures at DICE, the direction the video game industry is going, Playstation VR's impending pricepoint, and Far Cry Primal -- which we think is a lot of fun.
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• Odin Sphere Leifthrasir Shows Off Its Expanded Combat System In Trailer

  24-02-2016 21:04
  Vanillaware is doing more than just refining the visual style of its upcoming remaster of Odin Sphere, Odin Sphere Leifthrasir. This trailer showcases that in addition to giving the hand drawn art style an HD sheen, the combat and skills systems are being updated.(Please visit the site to view this media)
  Leifthrasir will have over 200 new skills which can be unlocked through skill trees that are so enormous that they’re dizzying. Each playable character will have their own skill tre
  
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• Grim Dark Souls III Gameplay Trailer Underscored By Haunting Melody

  24-02-2016 20:52
  The newest trailer for Dark Souls III dropped today, bringing with it a wealth of gameplay footage. It shows off a number of enemies, items and areas to a haunting cover of Cyndi Lauper's"True Colors."In the trailer below, you can see a myriad of opponents that will try to crush your spirits, complete with ominous warnings about the trials you'll face. It also shows off equipment and tactics that you'll have at your disposal to overcome these challenges and find "the darkness within."
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• Training Day: Why Hitman's Opening Missions Have Us Interested

  24-02-2016 20:45
  The Hitman series has seen some drastic changes over the years. Agent 47 took a long hiatus after the release of Blood Money, only to reappear with Absolution in 2012. Absolution reworked the Hitman formula quite a bit, but some of those changes were disappointing to longtime fans. A few of its open levels rivaled previous Hitman games in terms of size and NPC counts, but roughly half of Absolution’s levels were designed to be more linear, including several “escape” sequences
  
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• PlayStation Plus Games Lineup for March Revealed

  24-02-2016 20:17
  
  Sony has announced the PlayStation Plus games lineup for March, headlined by Broforce and Galak-Z.
  Now Broforce was previously revealed as a PlayStation Plus game for March, since the run 'n' gun action game won the Vote to Play contest. Galak-Z is joining the game on the PlayStation 4 side.
  On PlayStation 3, Sony is offering Super Stardust HD and The Last Guy next month to Plus subscribers. Meanwhile, Vita owners can look forward to Flame Over and Reality Fighters.
  Now there's still time to pic
  
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• Get Smite on PS4 Early For Free!

  24-02-2016 19:45
  
  Hi-Rez Studios has announced its team-based, action-MOBA Smite is coming to PlayStation 4. Though it's only just entered Closed Alpha, IGN has got you covered with your chance to join the battlefield of the gods early on PS4!
  In order to get your free code, just hit the link directly below:
  Get Your Free Smite PS4 Closed Alpha Code
  Once you have a code, follow the steps below and you're all set. Now get out there and start being godlike!
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• See How The Division Looks At 60 Frames-Per-Second On PC

  24-02-2016 18:31
  In addition to the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions, Ubisoft is planning a simultaneous release on PC. Today, the publisher has released a trailer showing off that version specifically.
  The video includes call-outs for the different elements that make the PC version look so impressive. These include dynamic lighting, real-time reflections, volumetric fog, and more.
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  For more on The Division, check out our reflections on the closed beta. It will be ou
  
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• Postal Redux Brings The Ultra-Violent Shooter To A New Generation

  24-02-2016 17:36
  In 1997, Running With Scissors released Postal, an ultra-violent shooter with a dark and twisted sense of humor. Much like Joel Schumacher’s Falling Down, a film about a working man who had finally had enough, Postal featured a man resorting to violence to deal with his frustrations.
  Postal Redux is due out on PC, Mac, and Steam OS this Spring. It’s also bound for PlayStation 4 later this year.
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  The game features improved visuals, but we hav
  
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• Fire Emblem Fates Sells 300K Copies

  24-02-2016 15:26
  
  Fire Emblem Fates has sold over 300,000 units during its launch weekend.
  This makes Fates the fastest-selling game in the franchise, having sold more than five times as many copies as 2013’s Fire Emblem Awakening.
  Between the two versions, Birthright was the most popular.
  The first piece of DLC for Fates dropped on February 19. Nintendo has said it plans on releasing additional paid maps on a regular basis through April 21. But before that, on March 10, comes the third story, Fire Emblem F
  
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• Hitman Beta Returning for PlayStation Plus Members

  24-02-2016 15:25
  
  If you're a PlayStation Plus subscriber then you'll be getting exclusive access to another Hitman beta from March 4.
  Square Enix also released the Hitman opening cinematic trailer today, which you can see below.
  The beta will only be around for that weekend, with the game releasing a week later on March 11. Hitman will now be episodic, with new locations being released as add-ons.
  IGN had a chance to go hands-on with the beta a couple of weeks ago, and the thoughts were "so far, so good."
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• Elena Returns And A Villain Introduced In Uncharted 4 Story Trailer

  24-02-2016 15:25
  Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End will barrel down on us in just two months. Today, Sony and Naughty Dog reveal more of the story in a new trailer.
  Nathan Drake and his brother Sam have been chasing a legendary pirate’s treasure since their youth. Reunited as adults, the pair are finally close to achieving their goal.
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  This trailer also shows how Nate’s longtime friend and mentor, Sully, and his wife, Elena, fit into the picture. We also meet
  
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• Nintendo prepares special announcement for February 26

  24-02-2016 15:08 via news.yahoo.com
  
  It's the 20th anniversary year of the Pokémon franchise, and Nintendo is readying a special edition of its regular Nintendo Direct videos for broadcast at the end of this week.
  
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• Bank Limit: Advanced Battle Racing Revs Up For Oculus Rift Launch

  24-02-2016 15:01
  Racing prowess (and perhaps intestinal fortitude) will be on the line when the Oculus Rift launches. Developed by Tastee Beverage Studios, Bank Limit: Advanced Battle Racing will put you in the virtual seat of laser-equipped race car of the future.
  Because this is a virtual reality racer, head movement is crucial. Not only will you be able to look around the track, but you’ll target your lasers and missiles based on where you’re looking.
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• The Flame In The Flood Celebrates Release With A Launch Trailer

  24-02-2016 15:00
  The Molasses Flood's rogue-lite launches today on Xbox One and PC, and a launch trailer has released to commemorate the occasion.
  The video offers a good look at the game's impressive visual direction, what it looks like when things don't go your way, and earful of the game's soundtrack. You can check out the video below.
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  For tips to get ahead of what will likely be a challenging experience, head here.
  
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• Hitman Beta Available For PlayStation Plus Members One Week Before Launch

  24-02-2016 14:45
  If you happened to miss the Hitman closed beta on PlayStation 4 or PC, you’ve got one more shot. If you’re a PlayStation Plus member, you can get in a week before the game launches.
  The March 4 semi-open beta was announced alongside a new trailer. The video below depicts the time in between the prologue (featured in the beta and taking place at the outset of 47’s career) and present day, revisiting some of the assassin's most memorable hits from previous games.
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• PlayStation VR price and date expected at March event

  24-02-2016 14:33 via news.yahoo.com
  
  Sony is preparing the ground for a March 15 press event to do with its PlayStation 4 virtual reality headset, PlayStation VR. The PlayStation VR kit is still without a precise price and release date, while fellow 2016 launches Oculus Rift and HTC Vive have already staked out their ground. For many, that translates to a $399 launch price, the same as the PlayStation 4, but it could be more.
  
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• Nintendo Announces the Next Pokemon Direct

  24-02-2016 14:33
  
  UPDATE: It's possible the forthcoming Pokémon Direct will be just five minutes in length.
  That's according the Nintendo Twitter account, which after running the tweet through Google Translate, says " is about five minutes of short video."
  Original story follows...
  Nintendo has revealed the next Direct will be about all things Pokémon.
  The Pokémon Direct special kicks off on February 26 at 7am PT / 3pm GMT. You can watch it live on the Nintendo Direct website or on Twitch. Re
  
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• We'll know more about Sony's PlayStation VR on March 15th

  24-02-2016 07:54 via news.yahoo.com
  
  Sony will soon reveal more about PlayStation VR, its upcoming virtual reality headset for the PlayStation 4, after months without saying much about the platform. PlayStation VR was first announced at GDC two years ago under the codename Project Morpheus.
  
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• Plants Vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 Review

  24-02-2016 02:24
  
  When it comes to shooter sequels, the delightfully animated and colorful Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 shows just the kind of growth I like to see. Like a big juicy brain, there’s lots to chew on with a variety of single-player and multiplayer modes, maps, and customization options.
  While the simplicity and ease of use of the original quartet of characters on each side will be attractive to series newcomers and can certainly hold their own in battle, Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfar
  
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• Pillars of Eternity: The White March Part 2 Review

  24-02-2016 01:53
  
  As happy as I was to meet a new party member, I admit I frowned a bit when I met Maneha. She's a barbarian, and thus a member of the only playable combat class that wasn't already represented by a named NPC companion. Her appearance thus marks a filling of the blanks; a sign that Obsidian's long saga is rushing toward its end with The White March: Part II. The snowy wastes of the White March, too, once felt like a blank slate, but now they've proven host to a memorable struggle that leaves few q
  
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• Every Counter-Strike Major Will Have a $1 Million Prize

  24-02-2016 01:51
  
  Valve has increased its Counter-Strike: Global Offensive Major Championship prize pool from $250,000 to $1 million. Starting with Major League Gaming's Columbus event at the end of March, players will receive substantially larger prizes for their efforts at each Major Championship.
  Counter-Strike: Global Offensive community has grown at an "incredible rate," putting its tournaments among the most watched in the world. The game's ESL 2015 One Cologne event raked in over 27 million unique viewers
  
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• Lords of the Fallen, Borderlands free with Xbox Live Gold in March

  24-02-2016 00:03 via news.yahoo.com
  
  Microsoft will hand out another batch of free games for Xbox Live Gold subscribers in March, including the Dark Souls -inspired action-RPG Lords of the Fallen and an Xbox One-compatible version of Borderlands . The full Games With Gold lineup will be free to download throughout the month of March for Xbox One and Xbox 360 owners with an active Xbox Live Gold subscription. Related:   Lords of the Fallen review From March 1st through the end of the month, service subscribers can download a fr
  
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