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tag:,2017:blogdestructoidhttp://bulk2.destructoid.com/ele2/images/destructoid/favicon.ico2017-07-19T22:30:00Ztag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=450028Peter Glagowskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Peter+GlagowskiBlade Runner 2049: Replicant Pursuit will have you dreaming of electric sheep in VR2017-07-19T22:30:00Z2017-07-19T22:30:00Z
Blade Runner is one of the most important sci-fi films of all time. It not only laid the groundwork for a plethora of classic sci-fi films in the '80s, but it inspired a generation of film makers to pick up cameras and get to shooting. It also became a victim of Hollywood's meddling with its original release, but subsequent home releases have fixed any narrative issues that had been imposed by executives, leaving the mesmerizing core untouched.

Oddly, we haven't seen much in the way of video game adaptations for the film. There was an odd title released for the ZX Spectrum, Commodore 64 and Amstrad CPC that was "inspired" by the soundtrack as well as an adventure game developed by Dune developer Westwood Studios, but the film has mostly acted as inspiration for game makers instead of being the actual subject of their creations. That looks set to change this Friday, July 21, when Alcon Interactive Group will be unleashing Blade Runner 2049: Replicant Pursuit for the Samsung Gear VR.

Developed by Turtle Rock Studios (of Left 4 Dead fame), the game looks to be an on-rails experience. Why it is only coming out for mobile devices is beyond me, but apparently an Oculus Rift release is on the cards for closer to the new film's premiere in October. This is also only one of three games that will be coming out to flaunt the sequel to Ridley Scott's masterpiece.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=449908Peter Glagowskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Peter+GlagowskiTelltale announces three new games including Wolf Among Us 22017-07-19T11:01:00Z2017-07-19T11:01:00Z
Telltale is going to be at San Diego Comic Con this weekend, but what they were bringing was a mystery until now. Ahead of the convention proper, the developer has announced sequels to three of its most popular series, including a Wolf Among Us 2. The other new games will be Batman: The Enemy Within (what is this, X-COM?) and The Walking Dead: The Final Season!

All of these games will be debuting on PC, Mac, PS4 and Xbox One with mobile ports to follow, though only Batman will be releasing this year with its debut coming on August 8. Both The Walking Dead and The Wolf Among Us 2 will launch sometime in 2018. Each series will be five episodes long and Batman will be heading to retail with a "Season Pass" disc that contains the first episode and a download voucher for the remaining four. How fun...

As for specifics on each new season, The Walking Dead will focus on Clementine yet again and the new Batman season will feature the Riddler and The Joker with an option to import saves from the first season (much like The Walking Dead).

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=449518Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreTelltale is teasing Comic-Con news, and fans are hungry for more Wolf Among Us2017-07-17T17:00:00Z2017-07-17T17:00:00Z
At what point do we stop holding out for another Wolf Among Us? Realistically, are we past it?

I ask, but in truth, I don't think I'm capable of letting go. There isn't a single other Telltale episodic series I'd like to see continued more than this (the only thing that comes close is Tales from the Borderlands). Fables is a rich property with so many characters and stories left for the studio to explore.

I'm not alone in expressing this sentiment. Over the weekend, Telltale tweeted this:

News coming this week during #SDCC... 👀 pic.twitter.com/5er6wGpkoP
— Telltale Games (@telltalegames) July 15, 2017

And the response was a whole lotta calls for The Wolf Among Us season two. (And also a bunch of replies with that still-funny-as-hell animation of Bigby Wolf pole dancing. A veritable classic.) Rather curiously, Bigby and Woodsman voice actor Adam Harrington retweeted the tease.

I'm not going to get my hopes up just yet, in part because a rating for Batman: The Enemy Within has surfaced in New Zealand (via NeoGAF), and that sure sounds like a believable course of action. I don't think any of us will be surprised to see that series pick back up sooner than later.

We'll see what's what soon enough. SDCC's first full day is this Thursday.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=448688Chris Moysehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+MoyseMondo has gore-gous Contra and Castlevania wares for SDCC2017-07-13T12:30:00Z2017-07-13T12:30:00Z
Fine purveyors of video game vinyl and original art; Mondo, have unveiled a selection of Konami-themed items that will be on sale at San Diego Comic-Con next week.

An 18x24 poster for hard-as-nails side-scroller Contra, featuring original art by Eric Powell, will be available for $45, alongside a real nice double LP of the game's arcade and NES soundtrack. Limited to 1,000 copies at $25, the soundtrack is pressed on coloured vinyl and housed in a sleek gatefold sleeve. Also available will be a creepy Castlevania III poster, designed by artist Sachin Teng. This poster costs $65 and is limited to 150 prints.

Both posters are Comic-Con exclusives, as is the coloured vinyl edition of the Contra soundtrack. So if you're interested, be sure to visit SDCC, or have a buddy pick them up for you, otherwise you'll be as miserable as I am for missing out on that Shantae figure sold at Anime Expo last week.

Mondo's SDCC Castlevania and Contra merch [Mashable]

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=447778Chris Moysehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+MoyseCharismatic comic Thief of Thieves gets episodic game series2017-07-08T21:30:00Z2017-07-08T21:30:00Z
Robert Kirkman's suave Bondian comic book, Thief of Thieves, will be coming to a PC near you in video game form, courtesy of Skybound Entertainment.

Thief of Thieves, first published in 2012, is the story of debonair master-thief Conrad Paulson, who abandons his life of crime with plans for retirement, but not before ransacking the opulent homes of his fellow robbers, much to the anger of his former employers.

The video game, however, will see players take the role of Celia, Paulson's young protege, as she learns her trade from the master. The new trailer shows that the game has a classy, noir look, in keeping with its source material, and features Celia a-sneakin' and a-stealthin' around various locations, using strategic movement, disguises and shadows to avoid a variety of traps and armed guards.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=440421Tianxiao Mahttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Tianxiao+MaThis Dark Souls figure is kind of cute2017-06-07T19:30:00Z2017-06-07T19:30:00Z
Crazy armor designs are my favorite staple of the fantasy genre, so of course I had to post about Gecco's upcoming Siegmeyer figure. I haven't played Dark Souls so I can only assume he is a very fat man inside that fat suit of armor. It honestly looks like the Michelin Man banged an oil drum.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=376598Kyle MacGregor Burlesonhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Kyle+MacGregor+BurlesonIt sure looks like Sega is making a new Sonic Generations2016-07-23T00:25:00Z2016-07-23T00:25:00Z
Tonight at Sonic's 25th anniversary party in San Diego, Sega revealed "Sonic Project 2017," a game the studio says is a totally new thing and not a sequel to Sonic Generations, despite looking exactly like one.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=376578Jed Whitakerhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jed+WhitakerSonic the Hedgehog is heading back to his retro roots in Sonic Mania2016-07-22T21:37:00Z2016-07-22T21:37:00Z

The above trailer officially announces what many Sonic the Hedgehog fans have been wanting for years. The Blue Blur is going back to his retro roots in a game that will feature new takes on classic levels as well as brand new stages. You'll be playing as Sonic, Tails, or Knuckles (No Big the Cat, darn!) in Sonic Mania on PC, PS4, and Xbox One in spring 2017.

Please be better than Sonic the Hedgehog 4, thanks!

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=376511Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreBlue Beetle and Wonder Woman are locked in for Injustice 22016-07-22T15:15:00Z2016-07-22T15:15:00Z

Fresh out of San Diego Comic-Con, the latest characters confirmed for Injustice 2 are the real-cool Blue Beetle (Jaime Reyes) and the expected-but-good-to-get-out-of-the-way Wonder Woman.

Blue Beetle doesn't come as too much of a shock considering he took the vote in a fan poll ahead of Swamp Thing and Captain Cold. (For the record, Swamp Thing should totally still happen.)

Assuming we see more picks like this, who else would you want?

DC Comics [Twitter]

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=376355Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiGears of War 4's protagonist is named after Marcus Fenix's BFF2016-07-21T18:00:00Z2016-07-21T18:00:00Z
Earlier this year, we were introduced to the lead role in Gears of War 4. This strapping young lad's name is JD Fenix, and he's the son of the star of the original Gears trilogy Marcus Fenix. Steven did an in-depth analysis of what we knew about JD at the time. The main takeaway was that Marcus apparently got himself some sex at some point. Good for you, Marcus.

With San Diego Comic-Con going on this weekend, we've learned another interesting fact about JD: His real name. According to reports out of an SDCC panel, Gears head Rod Fergusson was pressured into revealing that "JD" stands for James Dominic.

"Dommmm! Noooooo!"

That's right, Marcus honored his combat partner and best friend forever by naming his kid after him. We have to wait until October to see if JD has the same knack for heroics and the dramatic as his namesake did.

@RayCarsillo [Twitter]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=376317Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreKojima Productions' mascot makes for a cool figure2016-07-21T16:00:00Z2016-07-21T16:00:00Z
San Diego Comic-Con is this week, and that means lots of toys blowing up my Twitter feed and, if I'm not careful, also my wallet. "Dang, that looks real ni--oh, it's $350. Welp."

As far as things I can afford, NECA is reviving one of my childhood favorites, the Mantis Alien, which delights me to no end. I'm also wholly on board with these prototype figures based on Kojima Productions' Ludens mascot. What was that tagline again? Ah, yes. "I'll keep coming."

1000Toys, 1/6 scale figure

GSC Nendoroid line

Max Factory Figma, 1/12 scale

If you're in town for Comic-Con, swing by BAIT at 920 5th Ave to see these guys in person.

Hideo Kojima 1, 2, 3, 4 [Twitter]

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=376336Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiCapcom confirms Juri's coming to Street Fighter V on July 262016-07-21T15:00:00Z2016-07-21T15:00:00Z
We knew the wait wouldn't be long, but now we know that it'll be exactly five more days. Capcom told us earlier this month that Juri would come to Street Fighter V sometime in July; as it turns out, she'll be here next Tuesday.

The news was revealed at a panel at San Diego Comic-Con. Juri releases on July 26 on both PS4 and Windows PC. Her story and battle costumes will also be available to download then.

As reported by Polygon, Capcom also outlined Juri's fighting techniques. Her V-Trigger is called Feng Shui Engine Type Alpha, and it cancels her attacks and makes it easier to chain a combo. Her V-Skill is called Kasatsushu, and it teleports her behind opponents. Lastly, her Critical Art is a slicing attack that strikes multiple blows.

Last November, we learned that there would be at least six characters added to Street Fighter V's cast post-launch. Juri marks the fifth to release. The only one who's left is Urien. It's only a matter of time before he rounds out the roster.

Street Fighter 5's Juri arrives July 26 [Polygon]

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=375280Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreThe HTC Vive is getting an official Rick and Morty simulator2016-07-15T15:00:00Z2016-07-15T15:00:00Z

The makers of Job Simulator and Rick and Morty are teaming up for a virtual reality game for the HTC Vive and it's truly a thing I didn't know I wanted until I saw it right here, right now.

"We've been huge fans of the franchise since the beginning," wrote developer Owlchemy Labs. "Working with [show co-creator] Justin Roiland is hilarious, and he gets us. In fact, we first met serendipitously over our mutual love of Job Simulator, got drunk, ate Indian food, and then decided to make a video game together. And now we're bringing the world of Rick and Morty to virtual life!"

Rick and Morty Simulator: Virtual Rick-ality doesn't have a release date yet (that I've seen), but it will be playable next week at Adult Swim's San Diego Comic-Con setup. Look for it "behind the Convention Center at Convention Way & 5th Ave Pier." You'll know when you're there.

The teaser is brief, but apparently "you can totally jump through portals in VR."

Rick and Morty VR Announced! [Owlchemy Labs]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=373908Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiOverwatch's new hero will be revealed at or before San Diego Comic-Con2016-07-08T15:00:00Z2016-07-08T15:00:00Z
We had an inkling that we'd soon find out who's the newest Overwatch hero. Most recently, that has been based on a pretty blatant tease by Blizzard. These sorts of things generally aren't hinted at so strongly unless something big is imminent. Now we have confirmation that we'll find out this character's identity within two weeks' time.

The reason for that is because Blizzard is holding a panel at San Diego Comic-Con on July 21 that's called "Behind The Scenes of Overwatch's Newest Hero." It'd be awfully hard to continue to conceal the character beyond this panel. We can probably expect that the 22nd hero will be announced at or before SDCC.

If popular consensus holds up, the new hero will be Sombra ("¡Es Sombra!"), a sniper with healing properties. She's the one that has gotten all the attention through small in-world references and she perfectly fits the tease from earlier this week. There's a maximum of 13 days left until we know for sure, but come on -- we pretty much already know for sure, right?

Behind The Scenes of Overwatch's Newest Hero [San Diego Comic-Con]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=312292Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterThis Comic-Con exclusive Mega Man toy is hnnngh2015-09-24T09:00:00Z2015-09-24T09:00:00Z
TruForce Collectibles has another Mega Man toy up its sleeve -- the X-Kai Mega Man X figure. It's billed as "X's evil counterpart" developed by a "mysterious man." It will feature 30 points of articulation, die-cast armor, and an LED X-Buster.

Take a look at the figure below in all its glory in the gallery. I love how many poses this thing is capable of, even if the $89.99 pricepoint is expensive. If you want it, it looks like you'll have to pick it up at New York Comic-Con.

NYCC Exclusive: X-Kai "Mega Man X" [Facebook]

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=296483Steven Hansenhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Steven+HansenThat wearable Mega Man helmet is $1502015-07-22T18:30:00Z2015-07-22T18:30:00Z
I am not a hat person. I have little choice, what with my madly wild hair having achieved sentience. It refuses to be shamed into covering up. Very progressive like that, it is.

Ialsodon'thave$150.

Anyways, that Mega Man hat Capcom announced at Comic-Con. Pre-orders end in a few weeks, so if you need a hat and have $150 to spare, go for it: here. I accept 10% finder's fee.

Also, for the big headed among you (of which I am one), note that, "two layers of internal padding keep things comfortable. One layer is removable, however, to accommodate bigger noggins."

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295780Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreFirst look at Halo: The Fall of Reach - The Animated Series2015-07-10T17:00:00Z2015-07-10T17:00:00Z
Here's a look at Halo: The Fall of Reach – The Animated Series out of San Diego Comic-Con.

An adaptation of Eric Nylund's 2001 novel, it will explore the origin of the Master Chief and Blue Team. Considering those same characters are involved in Halo 5: Guardians, it makes sense that 343 Industries would want to retell this story with Sequence (the studio behind the Terminals).

"Without getting into the weeds, we've been careful to align with the novel where it makes sense, but in visualizing the universe – which has evolved so much in the intervening years – we were presented with a few challenges, but also a lot of opportunities," said Frank O'Connor. "So you'll see a few differences, choices of Covenant ship, weapons and so on, but it adheres tightly to the core canon, with a few flourishes here and there to fill in gaps or smooth over previous errors."

The Fall of Reach will be included with the Digital Deluxe Edition, Limited Edition, and Limited Collector's Edition of Halo 5. If you're passing on all of those, you'll also be able to watch the animation through the Halo Channel starting October 27, 2015.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295739Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiThis kid gives zero f*cks about winning an Xbox One2015-07-10T09:00:00Z2015-07-10T09:00:00Z

This dude is cool, calm, collected. That's probably how he won whatever skills contest he did to be entered into an Xbox-themed giveaway. His calmness likely stems from him also being uninterested, which explains his reaction upon winning the grand prize, an Xbox One.

The entirety of his interview responses are "Yeah, it was nerve-wracking," "Yeah," and "...yayyy." The last one doesn't even warrant capital letters. At least he managed a polite, yet unconvincing grin.

Hopefully an extended video surfaces of him gently placing it inside a garbage can 15 seconds after this clip cuts off.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295735Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiBlack Ops III has a classic Zombies map remake, but only for special editions2015-07-10T03:00:00Z2015-07-10T03:00:00Z
Treyarch's at San Diego Comic-Con spilling the beans about Black Ops III's Zombie modes. The biggest splash came from the new film-noir "Shadows of Evil" and its star-studded cast. But, Black Ops III also has something familiar for some of its players.

Also announced at the Treyarch panel was a remake of classic World at War Zombie map "Der Riese." It's called "The Giant" this time 'round, and the catch is that it's only included in the special editions of Black Ops III. Eligible versions include the Juggernog Edition, the Hardened Edition, and the Deluxe Digital Edition. All of those cost at least $20 more than the base game.

This isn't the first time Treyarch has repurposed this particular map. It also came packaged with the original Black Ops' Hardened and Prestige editions. However, it didn't stay exclusive forever; it was eventually released approximately nine months later as part of the Rezurrection map pack. Don't be too shocked if "The Giant" follows suit. History's doomed to repeat itself, after all.

Black Ops 3 PS4: Call of Duty team debut Zombies Mode trailer and new story update [Express]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295713Jed Whitakerhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jed+WhitakerGears of War: Ultimate Edition to come bundled with Xbox One2015-07-09T20:00:00Z2015-07-09T20:00:00Z
Rod Fergusson, head of The Coalition, announced today at the Gears of War panel at San Diego Comic-Con that the base model of Xbox One will come bundled with Gears of War: Ultimate Edition.

The bundle includes a 500GB Xbox One, wireless controller with 3.5mm stereo jack, a digital copy of Gears of War: Ultimate Edition, early access to the 2016 Gears of War 4 beta, the Superstar Cole multiplayer skin, and a 14-day Xbox Live trial all for $349.

It's available for pre-order starting today and will release alongside the game on August 25, 2015.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295702Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreCobra Commander and Assassin's Creed, together at last2015-07-09T18:30:00Z2015-07-09T18:30:00Z
After showing He-Man and G.I. Joe in Toy Soldiers: War Chest, Ubisoft noted that it would announce two more licensed armies for Signal Studio's latest tower defense/action game.

We dreamed big, as you do. That was a mistake.

Those last two factions are Cobra -- which fits the theme well but probably should have been revealed alongside G.I. Joe -- and, eww, Assassin's Creed. Retire already, Ezio!

This is a good time to remind that War Chest will release digitally this summer for $14.99. Licensed armies are another $14.99 on top of that, or you can buy them individually for $4.99 each.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295693Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreWell, duh! Ken is going to be in Street Fighter V2015-07-09T14:40:00Z2015-07-09T14:40:00Z
I woke up to murmurs of Alex, Urien, R. Mika, and Karin Kanzuki possibly returning for Street Fighter V but Capcom had other plans for its San Diego Comic-Con character reveal today.

Ken. It's Ken.

Whatever you do, don't stare directly into his hair.

Ken officially joins the Street Fighter 5 roster [Event Hubs]

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295559Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreCapcom is making a proper Mega Man helmet2015-07-07T21:00:00Z2015-07-07T21:00:00Z
Finally, a solution for the lazy and/or untalented among us!

Capcom will soon open pre-orders for a wearable Mega Man helmet "made of high quality ABS plastic with a high polish finish, authentic proportions, and details, plus working LED lights."

These will be on display at San Diego Comic-Con ahead of a "limited-time pre-order opportunity" on shop.capcom.com. Pricing? We'll see, but I'm guessing the helmets won't come cheap.

They have a clamshell hinge so you can squeeze your head in and, crucially, the interior is padded. As someone who has worn a certain green helmet before, if only for a minute, that's reassuring.

Capcom Store at SDCC 2015 - Mega Man helmets, Ryu statue and more [Capcom-Unity]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295522Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiWant to play Assassin's Creed at SDCC? You have to write a short essay first2015-07-07T13:30:00Z2015-07-07T13:30:00Z
Are your writing skills as sharp as your hidden blade? They'll need to be if you want to play Assassin's Creed Syndicate at San Diego Comic-Con. It's a jam-packed show, and only the most qualified of assassins get a chance at stabbing in Victorian London.

While Ubisoft certainly has that other Assassin's Creed stuff to keep convention-goers busy, actually playing the game is a coveted prize. Doing so is part of the Assassin's Creed Syndicate Playtest Road Show, and it requires sending Ubisoft a 100-word essay describing your experience with the series. Applications should be emailed to firstname.lastname@example.com by anyone who's free and eager to play on this upcoming Saturday.

Ubisoft hasn't said how many will get a chance to go hands-on with the demo. It'll likely be as many as they can shuffle in and out throughout the course of a day. If it's the same slice I played at E3, it's between ten and fifteen minutes long. I took the exact opposite approach from those who try it at San Diego Comic-Con, though; I played first and then wrote an 800-word essay about my experience.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295138Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiUbisoft's Comic-Con plans include you jumping off a tall structure2015-07-01T17:00:00Z2015-07-01T17:00:00Z

For the second straight year, Ubisoft's giving people an opportunity to showcase their assassin prowess. Equipped with a Ninja Warrior-like course, the French publisher is promoting Assassin's Creed Syndicate with a series of thematically-inspired obstacles for San Diego Comic-Con goers.

While the majority of the course is designed to test your agility, the most recognizable of the stunts will test your steeled nerves. The highlight of the whole affair is a 25-foot Big Ben structure that anyone can perform an Assassin's Creed signature Leap of Faith off of. It's surely the quickest way down.

Syndicate is Ubisoft's darling promotion at SDCC, but it has other things going on, too. There's a Tom Clancy's The Division "Dark Zone," and a generalized Ubi Workshop with more games to demo. Also, there are Assassin's Creed, Division, and Toy Soldiers: War Chest panels. But, it'll be tough to find time to do any of those if you're stuck standing on top of Big Ben replica paralyzed by fear.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=295013Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiTomb Raider? I hardly even know her, and it's even harder to pick her out on account of all the Croft cosplayers at this SDCC event2015-06-29T15:30:00Z2015-06-29T15:30:00Z

San Diego Comic-Con is a breeding ground for cosplay. You'll find everything from the most amateur of outfits to the best professional-grade costumes. People really like to dress up like the things they really like.

Microsoft is making a concerted effort to round up everyone who cosplays as one particular character. As promotion of sorts for temporary Xbox One exclusive Rise of the Tomb raider, Microsoft's organized a gathering for all Lara Crofts at the show. It's on Saturday July 11 at 10 am Pacific at the Grand Hyatt in San Diego.

Of course, this will be more than a handful of Laras awkwardly staring at one another. Microsoft's put together a bunch of activities, autograph sessions, giveaways, and whatnot. Afterward, feel free to keep the party goin'; if someone wants to use Google Maps to find some local tombs to raid, there will rarely be a better time to do that.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=293354Steven Hansenhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Steven+HansenSan Diego Comic Con exclusive Batman toy is not that exclusive2015-06-05T10:00:00Z2015-06-05T10:00:00Z
Square Enix's Play Arts Kai line is doing a limited color version (it's blue, the color is blue) Batman Arkham Knight doll billed as, "Square Enix's 2015 San Diego Comic Con Exclusive," but you don't have to go to SDCC to get it.

In fact, it might be better not to. You can just pre-order it ($100) from Square Enix here. That way you're sure to get one even if you have to wait until it ships August 31.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278863Hamza CTZ Azizhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Hamza+CTZ+AzizLet's check out all the wonderful cosplay from SDCC 20142014-07-30T15:30:00Z2014-07-30T15:30:00Z

San Diego Comic-Con is the biggest convention for all things geek in the world. A ton of cosplay happens at this show -- even celebrities cosplay! Mostly to hide from the public though.

But hey, here's a couple of montages with a good look at some of the better outfits people created and wore. Our friend D Piddy shows off his Deadpool shenanigans, while Aggressive Comix gives us a detailed look at a wide assortment of costumes.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278757Max Scovillehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Max+ScovilleWhat's Up: ME4's Mako, Deadpool test footage, Gal Gadot as Xena2014-07-28T20:15:00Z2014-07-28T20:15:00Z
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Monday is the worst day of the week, so Bill and I are coping with it by drinking blueberry smoothies and talking about wonderful things like superhero nonsense from Comic-Con, Mass Effect's exciting new (old) sharkmobile, Trine 2's awful poetry, Destiny's two unoriginal races, and True Detective, which Bill doesn't like, and therefore isn't allowed to have blueberry smoothies anymore.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278745Brittany Vincenthttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brittany+VincentThere are new details on Mass Effect 4, but all anyone cares about is the damn Mako2014-07-28T15:30:00Z2014-07-28T15:30:00Z

BioWare made an appearance at San Diego Comic-Con over the weekend to divulge some of the first details about the upcoming Mass Effect title, but all we really know for sure at this point is that there's going to be a new Mako. Good lord.

From The Escapist's video, we can discern a few details about the land-based buggy, but no word on whether or not it'll flip straight over if you hit even the smallest bump or feel any more useful than it did originally.

BioWare additionally revealed some work-in-progress armor designs for male and female player, but in general it seems there were scant details revealed at this presentation, unsurprisingly.

For all the complaining about the original Mako buggy from Mass Effect, I surely can't believe my ears when I hear people are excited for its return. Do you know how much fun using that thing was? Not even as fun as probing. And I'm known to enjoy a little probing here and there.

Hopefully BioWare will be a little less tight-lipped in the coming months so we can get to complaining about endings and player agency earlier.

Mass Effect 4 concept footage reveals Mako vehicle [Eurogamer]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278736Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreThere's a Pacific Rim virtual-reality experience for Oculus Rift2014-07-28T14:45:00Z2014-07-28T14:45:00Z

Legendary Pictures and Reel FX brought a Pacific Rim virtual-reality experience to San Diego Comic-Con last weekend and gee, doesn't that seems like a worthwhile idea for a full game?

Pacific Rim: Jaeger Pilot puts players inside of the Gipsy Danger during a battle with the kaiju Knifehead. The Oculus Rift experience was created in Unreal Engine 4 using film assets from Industrial Light & Magic. Even if we don't one day get a proper virtual-reality Pacific Rim game, it'd be nice if Legendary made the tech demo-y Jaeger Pilot available for Rift owners.

At any rate, looking forward to the movie sequel in 2017.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278689Kyle MacGregor Burlesonhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Kyle+MacGregor+BurlesonNamco: Tekken X Street Fighter isn't canceled, so please relax2014-07-27T16:00:00Z2014-07-27T16:00:00Z
Tekken X Street Fighter is still a thing that's happening, according to statements issued by Bandai Namco producer Katsuhiro Harada at this weekend's San Diego Comic-Con.

The crossover fighting game is "still in development and it's still moving forward," Harada said in response to a fan's inquiry about the project, which was first announced in 2010.

"It is proceeding. It hasn't been canceled, so please relax," Harada added.

Bandai Namco announced Tekken 7 at EVO earlier this month. Perhaps we'll see Tekken X Street Fighter sometime after that launches.Who knows, though? Bandai Namco seems unsure itself, as Harada says it's up to marketing to figure out the right time to release the game.

Tekken X Street Fighter is still in the works, so 'please relax' [Polygon]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278673Steven Hansenhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Steven+HansenTelltale is making a season 3 for The Walking Dead2014-07-26T18:30:00Z2014-07-26T18:30:00Z
While we wait for the last episode in season two of The Walking Dead adventure game, Telltale president Kevin Bruner and Walking Dead writer Robert Kirkman have gone ahead and confirmed at Comic-Con (and on Twitter) that there will be a third season.

I wonder if that gives clues on how the last episode might play out.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278643Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreBat-Cow is an udder delight in LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham2014-07-25T16:30:00Z2014-07-25T16:30:00Z

Now here's a game that really does feel right at home at Comic-Con. TT Games has a new trailer for LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham prepared for the San Diego convention and, better yet, images featuring LEGO Bat-Cow, Batman of Zur-En-Arrh, and Mister Mxyzptlk

In Beyond Gotham, Brainiac intends to shrink the Earth and it's up to the Justice League and others in the DC Comics wheelhouse to gather Lantern Rings from various Lantern Worlds to prevent his dastardly plan. That's more than reason enough to get Batman in space.

As someone who is only now playing through LEGO Marvel Super Heroes, I feel so behind. Gotta catch up -- for Bat-Cow! Beyond Gotham will be out this fall.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278644Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreMore The Last of Us movie details out of Comic-Con2014-07-25T15:30:00Z2014-07-25T15:30:00Z
We already knew that a live-action The Last of Us movie was in the works at Screen Gems, but additional details surrounding the project have been announced today at San Diego Comic-Con.

Game co-director and writer Neil Druckmann is writing the script for the adaptation and Sam Raimi (The Evil Dead) is producing. A director hasn't been named yet -- that role will be chosen by Druckmann -- but they've talked with Maisie Williams (Game of Thrones' Arya Stark) about playing Ellie. Raimi also said they'd find a place in the film for Bruce Campbell.

The current plan is for the movie to primarily focus on the relationship between protagonists Joel and Ellie. While obviously not every scene from the lengthy game can make it over, it's expected to be true to the source material, for the most part (though the ending might be different).

This is all still years out, of course -- but uh, now we've got a teaser poster. As some of you mentioned last time, Hugh Jackman (Prisoners) as Joel: do it.

Comic-Con: Screen Gems Panel Live Blog [ComingSoon.net]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278638Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiOoh, shiny! Firefly's cast is getting together for Firefly Online2014-07-25T15:15:00Z2014-07-25T15:15:00Z

With Firefly, Joss Whedon created the sort of universe that fans long to jump back into. While it probably won't make a return to the screen anytime soon, there's an MMO adaptation that's coming in the near future, and it's getting a nice injection of authenticity.

Revealed at San Diego Comic-Con (as most Firefly-related things are), the entire main cast of the show is reuniting to reprise their roles in Firefly Online. The game is being developed for PC, Mac, and mobile platforms, and is described as an online strategic role-playing game.

Although Firefly Online is supposedly coming soon, the first gameplay trailer was just released. It asks the important question of what you would do if you were captain -- a blank that will likely define the entire experience of the game.

Firefly's Whole Cast Will Reunite for Firefly Online [io9]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278641Hamza CTZ Azizhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Hamza+CTZ+AzizZanzibar gets reimagined for Halo: The Master Chief Collection2014-07-25T14:15:00Z2014-07-25T14:15:00Z

Halo's presence at San Diego Comic-Con continued today with some new details on Halo: The Master Chief Collection.

The team at 343 and Certain Affinity showed off for the first time the re-mastered Zanzibar map from Halo 2. Zanzibar joins Ascension and Coagulation in the six maps to be re-imagined for the Halo 2: Anniversary portion of the collection. We'll be seeing what the next map to be reimagined at gamescom next month.

343 also showed off a first-look trailer for Halo 2: Anniversary's new cut-scenes created by Blur. That Sergeant Johnson!

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278639Steven Hansenhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Steven+HansenOlly Moss Last of Us print makes disgusting fungal infections beautiful2014-07-25T13:45:00Z2014-07-25T13:45:00Z
Very nice, isn't it? Olly Moss showed off this classy Last of Us print from Comic-Con, done in collaboration with Jay Shaw. I highly suggest clicking Shaw's linked name and visiting a huge collection of wonderful posters. Give your eyes a treat.

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278607Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreThere are a ton of collectible Xbox Ones at SDCC2014-07-24T21:00:00Z2014-07-24T21:00:00Z
Microsoft has a bunch of custom Xbox Ones on display at San Diego Comic-Con and one of them could be yours. Convention attendees who take a photo of one of the consoles at the Xbox Gaming Lounge need only tweet it out with #XboxOne and #XboxSweeps for a chance to win.

A free Xbox One is a free Xbox One, don't get me wrong, but many of these look super tacky. Fun to look at, though. I'm a fan of that yellow Forza Horizon 2 system because of the color choice and smaller logo. The Halo and Fantasia: Music Evolved ones are all right, too.

You feeling any of 'em?

[Via NeoGAF]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278595Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreHere's our debut look at Halo: Nightfall2014-07-24T15:30:00Z2014-07-24T15:30:00Z

Ridley Scott is executive producing Halo: Nightfall, a live-action digital series that will bridge the gap between Halo 4 and Halo 5: Guardians. The latter game prominently features a new character, "legendary manhunter" Jameson Locke, who we'll be introduced to in the show.

Here's the official blurb for Nightfall: "...Locke (Mike Colter) and his team as they are caught in a horrific terrorist attack while investigating terrorist activity on the distant colony world of Sedra. Led by Locke, the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) agents are forced to coordinate with a Sedran commander with a remarkable history and deep-rooted mistrust of ONI. As the plot unravels, they're drawn to an ancient, hellish artifact where they're forced to fight for their survival, question everything, and ultimately choose between their loyalties and their lives."

Nightfall is directed by Sergio Mimica-Gezzan and will be out on November 11, viewable by way of Xbox Live and Xbox One compilation Halo: The Master Chief Collection.

SDCC 2014: 343 Industries and Scott Free Productions Offer First-Look of Halo: Nightfall [Xbox]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278559Brittany Vincenthttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brittany+VincentDisney Infinity: Marvel Super Heroes releasing September 232014-07-24T08:00:00Z2014-07-24T08:00:00Z
Disney Interactive has confirmed that Disney Infinity: Marvel Super Heroes will release to North American retailers on Tuesday, September 23. The sequel to the family IP established last year will expand the platform with the introduction of new playsets and characters that players can experience exclusively inside of the new version of the game. The Toy Box mode makes its return with enhanced features which users can use to create their own adventures and share them online with friends.

The company also announced the official launch of its pre-order program. Starting today through September 22, as a bonus for pre-ordering the Disney Infinity: Marvel Super Heroes Starter Pack, customers will receive a Disney Infinity 2.0 Marvel figure. The game will be available for pre-order this week at San Diego Comic-Con at the Disney Infinity Pop-up Shop and at the Marvel booth (#2329) inside the San Diego Convention Center. The game will also be available for a hands-on demo at both locations during the show.

Disney Interactive has also confirmed that all characters and power discs from last year's release of Disney Infinity will be compatible with the Disney Infinity: Marvel Super Heroes Toy Box.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278538Steven Hansenhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Steven+HansenFinal Fantasy director Tetsuya Nomura designed a Batman figure that looks like a Gundam2014-07-23T20:00:00Z2014-07-23T20:00:00Z
Square Enix has partnered WB and DC for a PlayArts Kai line of Batman toys designed by Final Fantasy and Kingdom Hearts director Tetsuya Nomura. Not a single zipper in sight.

The first prototype, above, is gracing Comic Con and looking a bit like Death Scythe from Gundam Wing (with some Spawn in there, maybe).

 Read more...tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278535Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiJessica Nigri's hosting a Borderlands laser tag match at SDCC2014-07-23T17:30:00Z2014-07-23T17:30:00Z
San Diego Comic-Con has no shortage of special events to keep con-goers' schedules completely packed. Videogame publishers find the show a perfect opportunity to get their up-and-coming titles in front of a massive audience. 2K's taking advantage of that with an affair that has a lot of big names attached to it.

To promote Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel, 2K and The Nerdist are holding a laser tag match in a pro ballpark that's hosted by famous cosplayer Jessica Nigri. Nigri's going to be dressed as Moon Moxxi, one of the first looks at Mad Moxxi in The Pre-Sequel.

The festivities kick off at noon on Saturday July 26 at Petco Park. While laser tag is damn fun in its own right, hopefully 2K brings a giant bouncy house to play in. You know, to simulate the low gravity of space. Or really any excuse to play in a giant bouncy house.

You've got Moxxi, kid! Jessica Nigri hosts Borderlands cosplay meetup at Nerdist laser tag [The Nerdist]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278346Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiThis probably isn't what you'll look like doing the Assassin's Creed parkour course2014-07-18T17:00:00Z2014-07-18T17:00:00Z

Let's face it -- you're not a trained parkour expert. (Apologies if you are!) But, if you're attending San Diego Comic-Con next week, Ubisoft's giving you the opportunity to pretend like you know what you're doing when it comes to climbing, jumping, and diving with the Assassin's Creed Experience.

This video outlines the finer points of your potential route to a sprained ankle. Also, there's an ominous guillotine sitting there that nobody seems to want to talk about. Decapitation is, like, the ultimate sprained ankle.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278278Dale Northhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Dale+NorthNintendo's Comic-Con lineup includes Super Smash Bros., Hyrule Warriors2014-07-17T13:00:00Z2014-07-17T13:00:00Z
Nintendo is calling their San Diego Comic-Con lineup their biggest ever. To me it looks like they packed up their E3 showing and saved it for SDCC. That's great news as their E3 showing was fantastic. They're back at the Marriott Marquis & Marina hotel, right next door to Comic-Con. As always, you don't need a badge to get in and play any of the games. Here's what you can expect to play:

Nintendo 3DS

Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS from Nintendo

Pokémon Art Academy from Nintendo

Professor Layton vs. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney from Nintendo

Sonic Boom: Shattered Crystal from SEGA

THEATRHYTHM FINAL FANTASY CURTAIN CALL from Square Enix, Inc.

Shovel Knight from Yacht Club Games (Nintendo eShop)

Siesta Fiesta from Mojo Bones Ltd. (Nintendo eShop)

Wii U

Super Smash Bros. for Wii U from Nintendo

Hyrule Warriors from Nintendo

Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker from Nintendo

Yoshi's Woolly World from Nintendo

Mario Kart 8 from Nintendo

Bayonetta 2 from Nintendo

Sonic Boom: Rise of Lyric from SEGA

Just Dance 2015 from Ubisoft

Skylanders Trap Team from Activision

Shovel Knight from Yacht Club Games (Nintendo eShop)

1001 Spikes from Nicalis (Nintendo eShop)

Guacamelee Super Turbo Championship Edition from DrinkBox Studios (Nintendo eShop)

Nintendo also plans to show off amiibo figures in a display at the event. They've also set up a Tomodachi Life theme area where visitors can chill out.

The Nintendo Challenge Live will be a hosted stage show that will feature tournament competition on upcoming Nintendo games. It's set to run on July 25 and 26, and will stream on Twitch.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278227Steven Hansenhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Steven+HansenGo play Alien: Isolation at Comic-Con2014-07-16T15:45:00Z2014-07-16T15:45:00Z
SEGA has announced its plans for San Diego Comic-Con, which is to chill at some place called Nerd HQ ironically held at the San Diego Padre's baseball park.

With how much videogame nerds try to bully sportsters for social media passion on game days (endless tweets complaining about people tweeting about sports aren't more annoying than people tweeting about sports?), I'm not sure this is an appropriate venue. Just another way for the new age, wealthy bullying class of tech and gaming weirdos to exert power over us meek, handsome, athletic types.

Anyway, go there to play Alien: Isolation and realize I was right about that game potentially being really, really good. There's also Sonic and my good friend Hatsune Miku.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278152Brett Makedonskihttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Brett+MakedonskiTake an Assassin's Creed Leap of Faith at San Diego Comic-Con2014-07-15T17:30:00Z2014-07-15T17:30:00Z
Are you going to San Diego Comic-Con? If so, Ubisoft has some activities planned for you. These aren't your run-of-the-mill "let's go to a few panels" either (although you can totally do that if you want).

As promotion for Assassin's Creed Unity, Ubisoft is setting up a parkour obstacle course to let fans try their hand at some real assassin techniques (minus the stabbing, I'd imagine). Those that complete it will get an Assassin's Creed Experience t-shirt. There's also a 25-foot Leap of Faith that's separate, so as to not discourage anyone with issues with heights.

Other going-ons that Ubisoft has at SDCC are hands-on demos of The Crew and Just Dance 2015, as well as hands-off presentations of Unity. Also of note are panels whose subjects are Far Cry 4 and Unity. But, you probably won't have time for any of that as you muster up the courage to majestically dive head-first into uncertainty, just like your many ancestors before you.

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278132Jordan Devorehttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Jordan+DevoreThe Witcher 3 will be at San Diego Comic-Con2014-07-15T14:45:00Z2014-07-15T14:45:00Z
CD Projekt RED is bringing Geralt of Rivia to San Diego Comic-Con this year, offering The Witcher fans an opportunity to catch a preview of the long-awaited third installment, Wild Hunt. Next week's events also include an art panel and trivia at the Geek & Sundry lounge.

The first ever consumer preview of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt at the The Witcher Panel, featuring Doug Cockle, the voice of Geralt of Rivia; Paul Tobin, House of Glass writer, Dark Horse, Nick McWhorter, VP Licensing, Dark Horse, and Rafał Jaki, Witcher Franchise Director, CD Projekt RED and special guest -- video game journalist Geoff Keighley.
 Thursday, July 24th, 10-11AM, Room 6A, San Diego Convention Center

The Art of the Game Panel, hosted by Dark Horse, featuring Rafał Jaki, Witcher Franchise Director
 Friday, July 25th, 4-5pm, Room 7AB, San Diego Convention Center

Geek & Sundry Consumer Lounge at Jolt'n Joe's Gaslamp, 379 4th Ave, San Diego
Thursday, July 24th, 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM - The Witcher Trivia Madness,
Friday, July 25th, 10 AM - 11 AM, The Witcher Adventure Game Sneak Peek,
 Friday, July 25th, 11 AM - 12 PM, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Live Demo.

As an added bonus, limited-edition Witcher postcards with art by Simon Bisley will be handed out to all panel attendees. If it's anything like the piece above, yes please!

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=278115Chris Carterhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Chris+CarterMore info on the next Mass Effect to arrive at Comic-Con International2014-07-15T12:00:00Z2014-07-15T12:00:00Z
On July 23rd through the 27th, San Diego Comic-Con will be unleashed again for the masses to attend, which means tons of movie, TV, and videogame news will follow. We can probably expect more on the next Mass Effect game for sure, as Bioware developers are not only attending the con, but they have their own panel as well.

Set for July 26th at 2:00PM, animators, producers, artists, and a community manager will "share their experiences in shaping the next Mass Effect game with new possibilities while staying true to the critically acclaimed series."

Now, that doesn't neccesarily involve nitty gritty details like who the next main character is and what the game is called, but odds are we'll get something out of the panel, even if it's just a general idea of what to expect.

Charting a Course: Developing the Next Mass Effect [Comic-Con 2014]

 tag:https://www.destructoid.com/,2017:/post.phtml?pk=277887Steven Hansenhttp://www.destructoid.com/blogs/Steven+HansenGoing to Comic-Con? Nintendo's doing a 3DS Smash Bros. tourney2014-07-10T14:15:00Z2014-07-10T14:15:00Z
E3 attendees could take part in a t-shirt-prized Wii U Smash Bros. tournament, but it looks like Nintendo's letting the 3DS version strut at Comic-Con (July 25), ahead of its October 3 release.

"Starting at noon, there will be a preliminary round in which groups of four competitors battle it out, with the winner advancing. During the finals, players will duke it out one-on-one to determine the top smasher. Tournament slots are limited, and fans will be able to sign up the day of the event on a first-come, first-served basis."

Sign up where the tournament is being held, the "Nintendo Gaming Lounge at the Marriott Marquis & Marina located at 333 W. Harbor Drive"

Those not braving floods of people and hot weather (smart) can watch the tournament streamed on Nintendo's channel.

Nintendo holding Smash Bros. 3DS tournament at San Diego Comic-Con [Nintendo Everything]


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Police closed their investigation into the death of Pakistan cricket coach Bob Woolmer on Wednesday after an 11-member inquest jury handed down an open verdict in the case.
A jury that began deliberations last week after 26 days of testimony from 57 witnesses found insufficent evidence of either murder or a death by natural causes, in effect ruling they were unable to decide an outcome.
In something akin to a five-day draw to conclude a cricket tour, the verdict lends support to the controversial strangulation finding of government pathologist Ere Sheshiah but does not force Jamaica police to continue a probe.
"We do not intend to go any further with these investigations," Jamaican deputy police commissioner Mark Shields told AFP, saying the probe has already been shelved.
Shields said the Jamaican police had already "conducted a thorough and one of the largest investigations in recent years and had always been confident that Mr. Woolmer died of natural causes."
That confidence was grounded upon the depth of the investigation already conducted by Jamaican police, who interviewed more than 400 people, collected statements from 250 witnesses and pursued 500 lines of inquiry in the matter.
Wednesday's verdict closed a case that stunned the cricket world. It began when Woolmer was found in his room at the Pegasus Hotel on March 18, one day after a humbling loss to Ireland ousted Pakistan from cricket's World Cup.
Woolmer was later pronounced dead at the University of the West Indies Hospital.
A post mortem conducted by Sheshiah led him to conclude that Woolmer was killed by asphyxiation due to manual strangulation.
Jamaican police decided they had a homicide case but later abandoned the investigations after consulting with other experts who determined Woolmer's death was due to natural causes.
Sheshiah and those who found no evidence of wrongdoing each made their case over the past two months before the jury rendered its verdict.
Four members of the Pakistan cricket delegation at the World Cup refused to testify at the inquest.
Former Pakistan captain Inzamam ul-Haq joined medium-pacer Rana Naved-ul-Hasan, assistant manager Asad Mustafa and former media manager Pervez Mir in refusing to travel to Jamaica for the inquest, which began October 16.
Shields had testified that he found no evidence of match fixing in the connection with Woolmer's death and neither did a probe by the International Cricket Council.
Woolmer had been in the process of writing a book that some said would reveal corruption in cricket, a potential motive for a slaying, in a case that had cricket followers pondering conspiracy theories following Woolmer's death.
"I found nothing that Mr. Woolmer was writing about, or had written about, match fixing or dirty side of cricket," Shields said.

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Sep 11
With the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards now in the rear view mirror, we're able to pinpoint several watercooler moments that the event offered up. That said, our readers were divided on how they felt about the show overall, and they certainly seemed to have a love or hate attitude toward the omnipresence of Lady Gaga's male alter ego Jo Calderone during the whole two-and-a-half hours. Read what the comments that came in about the VMAs below!
:: Russ longed for the days of yore on 2011 MTV Video Music Awards: Live Blog Coverage: "This is the worst MTV awards ever. Did they even get a budget for this? Bring back the old days…this is a total joke."
:: Justin M. was equally dissatisfied: "Adele's beautiful and emotional performance and Beyonce's high energy performance were the ONLY redeeming things in the entire show. Don't even get me started on 'Joe Calderone.' Gaga is trying too hard, and is just humiliating herself and losing fans."
:: Jeremyth Carcamo was all about the Femme Fatale on 2011 VMAs: Most Watched Ever: "I only watched for the Britney Spears tribute even though it wasn't a good enough tribute, the Awards were kind of tepid."
:: Danny couldn't help comparing two of pop's biggest queens: "I didn't know Britney was so much taller than Gaga. She's quite a shorty."
:: Dustin Farmer was hardly over the moon (man) on Review Revue: The 2011 MTV Video Music Awards: "MTV needs to trim the fat. I feel like I only saw 4 awards go out. Jessie J was awkward. Gaga was (as much as it hurts me to say) awkward as well. Beyonce, Adele, and Bruno Mars were amazing. I really wanted the Britney Spears tribute to be over the top and well thought out, instead it was a let down. Someone should be fired."
:: MIA wasn't about to miss out on chipping in two cents: "A huge let down. Too many commercials, not enough awards, and way too much of Lady Gaga's alter ego. It was a great way to start the show, but after that, bring her back as the LADY GAGA she is. Also, to end with Lil Wayne was an insult to all artists. He is disgusting. He has no talent and is very hard to watch. On a positive note, the Amy Winehouse tribute was incredible and Beyonce, Adele, and Bruno Mars gave outstanding performances."
:: James felt that the whole thing was simply monstrous: "I was very disapointed with the Britney Spears Tribute!! It was so poorly produced and it should have been just as over the top as her Iconic performances!! I think MTV should do a 2 hour tribute special to Britney to make up for that god awful tribute!! And didnt it seem like Lady Gaga was totally hogging the stage when Britney recieved the award??"
:: Cindy left no stone unturned: "I liked Lady Gaga back when she came out with "Just Dance" now, I feel she tries to hard to be different. Her performance was off and she looked drunked the enitre time. Jay-Z and Kanye West's performance was great! Adele was a little shaky but I liked her performance. Chris Brown's performance I liked, but only because he incorporated Wu-Tang Clan and Nirvana. I thought Beyonce's performance was cute. The Amy Winehouse tribute was very good. Lil Wayne's performance was a waste of time, I couldn't understand a word he was saying."
:: Ferlenwohnung sized things up on Lady Gaga Takes Dressing Like A Man Very Seriously, Wears Fake Penis At VMAs: "Every VMA has its something to remember, I sure remember the kiss this year!"


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Drake Has Become the Unpredictable Lover He Sings About
We can't take it anymore, Drizzy.
Photo by Ed Carrasco
Dear 6 God,
Why have you forsaken us? You know us, the streets? The ones you said you could never ever let down? I know you left your condo last week. You were here in Miami celebrating New Year's Eve at E11even just a short drive from where you used to live. I heard you performed "Hotline Bling." I trust you treated the strippers with kindness and respect, all while showering them in dead presidents. You asked us to please excuse your table manners, because, after all, you were making room for the table dancers. And we did. But what have you given us in return?
Wednesday was Drake day, or so it was rumored to be, as all the internets large and wide believed you'd grace us with another stellar album. I woke up that day like it was Christmas morning, but it turned out to be the furthest thing. You've been working on Views From the 6 for what feels like forever, at least two years now. I know you still take your time with all this shit, and I'm not downplaying your status as a legend. You're the most prolific rapper of your generation. You so graciously bestow upon us single after single. You gave us two amazing albums in one year, and they don't have no award for that. The mope-ridden turn-down opus that is If You're Reading This It's Too Late was an incredible surprise. What a Time to Be Alive with Future has been running through my mind since it dropped, but Jumpman, you know your hordes of fans are never satisfied.
It's hard at the top, but heavy is the head. We want to hear your shit back to back. Drizzy, you practically promised.
If this is supposed to be another of those surprise albums, please spare us. It's no surprise at all when we know it's coming. Even Wikipedia had a false "released" date of 1/6/16. I refreshed the internet all day yesterday, pining over any word of a new meme-able anthem. Alas, as the hours ticked down from a.m. to p.m., my hopes went from 100 to 0 real quick in extended and painful agony.
Am I not a good girl who knows it, Drake? Am I not a good girl who deserves a new album without this emotional peek-a-boo you're playing with us right now?
I'm not trying to kill your energy; I'm just trying to see some dreams money can buy come true. I get lonely too, Aubrey. Every girl wants a new dose of the D. My roommate has taken to rewatching old episodes of Degrassi to get her fix, but your acting days are over, and I'm trying to focus on your new shit.
I can't handle this anxiety. I'm so far gone, all charged up, and where ya at? I'm starting to develop trust issues. I thought you were going to take care of us. I thought our time had finally come, and I know in the end, we'll be fine. I just want some shiny new machine-gun raps, and when the time comes, it will be right. You're fucking with me mentally, but I guess that's just the motion. I wanted to thank you today, but I'll just have to thank you later.
With love,
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The Irish flute is a beautiful traditional instrument that can be fun to play and easier to learn than a concert orchestra flute. The instrument is similar to the plastic recorder that many children are taught to play in elementary-school music classes, with the primary difference being that the Irish flute is played to the side, while the recorder is played down. Although a great deal of expertise is required to make an Irish flute from wood, it is relatively simple and fun to create an Irish flute from PVC pipe.
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Create a tuning cork for your flute by sanding your cork down so that its diameter is slightly larger than that of your flute. If the cork is too small, you can wrap it with drafting tape until it is the correct size. If you are using a cork that has a corkscrew hole, simply fill it in with wood putty. Use a dowel rod to insert the cork. It should be close, but not too close, to the embouchure hole. Use a tuning device while adjusting the cork's position to find the best spot for it.
You can stop now, or you can "finish" your flute. You can paint the outside of your flute or cover it with a vinyl that looks like wood (or anything you want, really). If you don't paint or cover your flute, you can sand, wash, dry, and polish it.
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- In general, your first flute probably won't work perfectly, which is why the article suggests you purchase enough PVC pipe for 4 flutes. Adjust the filing of the embouchure hole and finger holes and the position of the cork in each flute you make until you are satisfied with what you have created.
- As always, be careful using power tools! You'll need your fingers intact to play your flute!
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Yes, yes I do. I've managed to keep a goal of massively edited/overhauling one Victory Gundam page per day. I admit that my articles aren't the best written. Some I think are good, however I tend to either over-summarize with characters describing their every action (like Asuna Elmaritt for instance) or similarly mention every time they appear even when they didn't really do anything or at least nothing significant enough to mention in a personal history (most of the V Gundam character profiles I've edited).
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The Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid was the top selling plug-in hybrid vehicle in the United Kingdom, with 470 sold since being introduced to the market in July 2012. That means the Prius Plug-in Hybrid outsold the Vauxhall Ampera plug-in hybrid, Toyota says. The sales lead happened even though the Ampera was launched in the UK market three months earlier than the PHEV Prius. The Ampera is GM's European version of the Chevrolet Volt.
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Toyota has announced the Prius Plug-in hybrid will launch in the UK in early 2012 priced at "less than £31,000" ($48,379 U.S. at the current exchange rate). Sounds steep, right? It is, but this "guideline pricing" does not include government incentives of up to £5,000 ($7,803) that buyers of the Prius Plug-in are likely to receive under the UK's Ultra-Low Carbon Vehicle scheme.
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The mission of Rosewood Specialty Care is to serve the special needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss.
Rosewood Specialty Care provides Hillsboro senior living, we have a compassionate staff that wants to meet and care for you.FOR THE MEMORY IMPAIREDMAXIMIZING INDEPENDENCE AND AUTONOMY.020520ATTR:HOUSEKEEPINGEMERGENCY CALL SYSTEMTRANSPORTATION
Rosewood Specialty Care is specifically designed and devoted to accommodating individuals suffering from Alzheimer's Disease and other forms of memory impairment. Our goal is to help our residents live each day to it's fullest while encouraging independence and providing a safe, barrier-free environment.Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, Rosewood Specialty Care for the Memory Impaired...
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My mother never got the attention to her hygiene, such as getting her hair cut, having clean room, making sure her personal hygiene was taken care of in a reasonable timely manner. For the price they charge she should have hair and nails done, bathed, her room should of always been clean and insect free. Very sad, but thank God she is no longer there!!!
Wish I could post the pictures I have of ants crawling all over the floor in my moms "apartment", or the pictures of her toenails that were curling over from not being trimmed. Apparently that's NOT included in $6300/month rent although it seems basic hygiene to me. Not like I'm asking for a pedicure....just provide BASIC care. Although there is a nurse on staff my mom was hospitalized from...
Rosewood Specialty Care for the Memory Impaired is nestled in the quiet community of Hillsboro, ...
Rosewood Specialty Care provides Hillsboro senior living, we have a compassionate staff that wants to meet and care for you


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FHM December 2013
English | 124 pages | PDF | ~46 MB
English | 124 pages | PDF | ~46 MB
FHM India - India's most talked about men's magazine as well as the world's largest men's lifestyle magazine which boasts of a strong, socially relevant, irreverent editorial. A magazine featuring edgy, fast paced writing; with tips and tricks and everything else a new man needs. It showcases reviews and previews of Video Games, Gadgets, Cars, Nightlife, Sports, Food, Alcohol, Cinema and Music. The magazine is not only known for its photo shoots with female celebrities but it also ensures strong and varied feature articles.
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