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Neverwinter: Storm King’s Thunder Rumbles to Consoles In October

Perfect World Entertainment Inc., a leading publisher of free-to-play MMORPGs, and Cryptic Studios announced Neverwinter: Storm King’s Thunder, the newest expansion in tandem with Wizards of the Coast’s latest Dungeons & Dragons story, will launch on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 on October 18, 2016. This adventure sends players back to Icewind Dale to face off against invading giants, while braving their way through three new adventure zones and a challenging new dungeon. Storm King’s Thunder begins as frost giants force their way into the northern regions of the Sword Coast creating a call-to-arms for Neverwinter’s strongest to defend the … Continue reading Neverwinter: Storm King’s Thunder Rumbles to Consoles In October

Star Trek Online Now Available on Xbox One and PlayStation 4

Captains Can Now Experience the Classic Star Trek MMORPG on Console Perfect World Entertainment Inc., a leading publisher of free-to-play MMORPGs, and Cryptic Studios announced Star Trek Online is now available on Xbox One and PlayStation®4. The 100% free-to-play MMORPG based on the iconic Star Trekfranchise allows players to command their very own starship and experience missions inspired by the television series and films. Check out the Launch Trailer for Star Trek Online on console Captains will have an expansive amount of playable content to explore when Star Trek Online debuts simultaneously on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One. The game’s console … Continue reading Star Trek Online Now Available on Xbox One and PlayStation 4

New Story Trailer for Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare

Activision and Infinity Ward released a brand new story trailer that gives a glimpse into the rich narrative featured in Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare’s story campaign. The game returns to the roots of the series for a classic war story that, for the first time in franchise history, extends beyond the reaches of Earth into the vast expanse of our solar system. The trailer also features the first in-game footage of Game of Thrones actor Kit Harington, who plays Admiral Salen Kotch of the Settlement Defense Front, and UFC fighter Conor McGregor, who plays Captain Bradley Fillion of the … Continue reading New Story Trailer for Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare

Star Trek Online Partners with Eucl3D to Allow Captains to 3D Print Custom Starships

Expanding into the physical universe, the free-to-play MMORPG, Star Trek Online, is bringing in-game starships to life! Perfect World Entertainment and Cryptic Studios have just announced a partnership with 3D printing company, Eucl3d, which gives captains the ability to customize and print 3D models of their very own ships. Soon players will be able to print any of the starships they own in game with all of Star Trek Online’s customization options, from personalized ship names, colors, shield skins, to entire ship sections like saucers, engines or anything else that is available in our expansive ship editor. Star Trek Online … Continue reading Star Trek Online Partners with Eucl3D to Allow Captains to 3D Print Custom Starships

The Progressive Slots Era is Here

Anyone who has even a passing acquaintance with the world of Canadian online gaming will no doubt have come across progressive jackpot slots – you might have seen them being promoted, read about a huge jackpot win, or had fun playing them yourself. But for those who don’t know about progressive jackpot games, you might be wondering what all the hype is about. Progressive jackpot slots play just like regular slots games (for a fast and fun introduction to playing slots, watch this video), but with one significant difference – you’re not playing simply for the payouts from that particular … Continue reading The Progressive Slots Era is Here

Official Destiny: Rise of Iron Launch Trailer

The ‘Official Destiny: Rise of Iron Launch Trailer’ is now live for Guardians worldwide. Destiny: Rise of iron is available on Sept. 20, and includes a new cinematic story campaign, a new location ‘The Plaguelands’ to explore, a brand new social space ‘Felwinter Peak’, a new six-player Raid, new and remastered three-player co-operative Strikes, and even more ways to customize your Guardian with all-new weapons and gear. For game information, visit www.DestinyTheGame.com. Publishers: Bungie Platforms: PlayStation 4, Xbox One

Call of Duty World Championship is Certified Largest CoD eSports Event

Team EnVyUs’ thrilling win over Splyce in last Sunday’s epic showdown, pitting the top American squad head-to-head against Europe’s top team at the Call of Duty World League Championship, presented by PlayStation 4 was the most viewed esports event in Call of Duty history. Fans tuned-in to Sunday’s epic conclusion held at Call of Duty XP, to watch these two hard-charging teams compete for their share of $2M – the biggest prize purse in franchise history.  Broadcast across five languages, the worldwide peak concurrent viewership topped the previous record for Call of Duty esports events by more than 40%, including … Continue reading Call of Duty World Championship is Certified Largest CoD eSports Event

FOX Sports’ Pete Vlastelica Named CEO of Activision Blizzard’s Major League Gaming

Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI) today announced that veteran FOX Sports executive Pete Vlastelica has been named President and CEO of Major League Gaming (MLG), joining sports broadcast titan Steve Bornstein and competitive gaming leader Mike Sepso on the company’s all-star esports team.  Vlastelica, who founded and sold the online sports network Yardbarker to Fox in 2010, most recently served as FOX Sports’ Executive Vice President of Digital. At Activision Blizzard, Vlastelica will expand and enhance the company’s broadcast, content and distribution leadership across the global esports ecosystem. “We continue to add to our all-star esports leadership team. Pete is … Continue reading FOX Sports’ Pete Vlastelica Named CEO of Activision Blizzard’s Major League Gaming