Guardians of the Galaxy - Interview with Chris Pratt, James Gunn and Kevin Feige

Marvel is trying something a little different for their big movie of the year, and no its not the upcoming Captain America movie. Guardians of the Galaxy is something that most comic book fans thought would never get to the silver screen. Have you seen the trailer? Watch it here to see what the film is about.

You have seen it now, good. Recently the director James Gunn, actor Chris Pratt and producer Kevin Fiege took part in a Q&A session. Check it out below.

Don Bradman Cricket 14 - Gameplay Commentary - IGN

IGN have posted up a nice video showcasing the new cricket game coming soon. Unlike that last effort, this one looks half decent.

Ubisoft unveils Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Jackdaw Edition‏

Great collection for those with a new console and wanting a game you can really lose yourself in. 

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – March 11 – Ubisoft® has announced details for the Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag Jackdaw Edition to be released in Australia and New Zealand on March 27, and available for PlayStation®4 from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., for the Xbox One® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Windows PC.

  

Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag Jackdaw Edition includes:

• Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag full game

The following Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag Jackdaw Edition downloadable content:

• Death Vessel Pack - Show your enemies that you are ready to bring death upon them with the Death Vessel sails, figurehead and wheel.
• Kraken Ship Pack - This pack includes a sail, wheel, and figurehead inspired by the legendary sea monster known for swallowing ships, men and whales.
• Crusader & Florentine Pack - With these new cosmetic sets, sail with Altaïr or Ezio’s colors with 4 customization items for your ship and 2 new weapons for Edward.
• Illustrious Pirates Pack – This pack adds 3 new islands to explore with its hidden treasure chests, new outfits, weapons, ship items and more; ready to be discovered. Customize your multiplayer experience with new skins and items!
• Multiplayer #1 – Blackbeard’s Wrath - Blackbeard’s Wrath Pack extends the multiplayer experience with three new fearsome playable characters including the Orchid, Blackbeard himself and the Jaguar!
• Multiplayer #2 – Guild of Rogues - The Guild of Rogues Pack extends the multiplayer experience with three additional playable characters including the Stowaway, the Shaman and the Siren! This pack also comes with new customization options, and new moves!

Assassin’s Creed® IV Black Flag Freedom Cry - This nine mission self-contained story featuring Edward Kenway’s first mate Adewale. Born a slave, Adewale found freedom as a pirate aboard the Jackdaw where he became Edward Kenway’s second-in-command. 15 years later, Adewale has become a trained Assassin who finds himself shipwrecked in Saint-Domingue without weapons or crew, starting a new adventure of his own.

The Next Generation is Here – Your First Look at ALL-NEW ULTIMATES #1!

This April, witness the birth of a super-team unlike any you’ve seen before in ALL-NEW ULTIMATES #1 – the brand new series from critically acclaimed creator Michel Fiffe and rising star Amilcar Pinna!

As the world attempts to rebuild following untold destruction, we need heroes more than ever. Witness the birth of a new team of Ultimates – as Spider-Man, Black Widow, Kitty Pryde, Bombshell and Cloak & Dagger officially unite to tackle a vicious, rampant crime wave plaguing the streets of New York City!

“It’s a war zone in the streets of New York, Hell’s Kitchen in particular.” says Michel Fiffe, in an interview with Marvel.com. “Certain neighborhoods have been torn apart by the recent galactic cataclysm and crime is exponentially growing; local super-powered gangs rule the environment. That’s where Miles and the gang come in, to act with a grittier, more immediate problem while trying to find their own footing as super heroes.”

But Hell’s Kitchen isn’t the new Ultimates’ only problem. Diamondback and her gang of Serpent Skulls run the city’s drug & weapons trade and deal in citywide terror. NYPD detective Brigid O’Reilly and her anti-gang unit are on the hunt for Scourge, a new serial killer who’s exterminating anyone in a mask. They’ll get close, but not without a few casualties! And that’s just the first issue!
                                                                   
Don’t miss the blockbuster first outing of a new team for a new generation. The future of the Ultimate Universe is now – and it all starts this April in ALL-NEW ULTIMATES #1!

South Park The Stick of Truth - Maxi Geek Review

When it was first announced that a new South Park game was on the way, I was skeptical. The history of South Park games has been murky to say the least. Then it was first shown off and everyone agreed that it nailed the look of the show. But would that be enough to meet the demands of South Park fans the world over?

Story

The story of The Stick of Truth is pretty simple. You as the new kid, have just moved to town and your parents have decided the first thing you need to do is make friends. Upon venturing outside you meet Butters and he takes you to see the Wizard King, Cartman.

The kids of this quiet little mountain town have decided that the game of the day is a war between the Humans and Elves, over a stick. But not just any stick, The Stick of Truth. After your first round of tutorials is completed you are attacked and the stick is taken. This sets in motion a series of events that will change you and the kids. Along the way you will meet anthropomorphic poo, sadists, hunters, star trek fans, delusional former vice-presidents and even more crazy residents of this town.

Gameplay

Throughout your 10 or so hours completing the main quest line you will be presented with a range of side quests that will see you killing some of the strangest creatures ever created, beating up the kids of the competition of the City Wok restaurant and completing all sorts of other side quests. This is the first time you can actually see the world of South Park in full detail. So walking from the school to your house, or perhaps over to Tweek Coffee can be a fair walk; thankfully the game does contain a fast travel system.

South Park contains a few different styles of gameplay from a turn based battle system, similar to the Paper Mario series, a rock band style mini game and more. While each is presented in a way that you can see what you have to do, there is very limited instruction on almost every aspect excluding the main battle system. While the battle system is the star here, it's a shame that there was not more effort put into the other systems.

While in battle, you will have access to a range of attacks and abilities that see you using things from baseball bats to summoning in some strange assistants. As you level up, you unlock even more powerful attacks. The attacks can cause effects to your enemies and this can help you in battle. As with all rpg’s your character can also be influence by the clothes you wear, and with all the choices out there, you will have some decisions to make. Another level is that almost all the clothes and weapons can be modified with patches that give you perks to your health, attacks, armor and such.You will start off wondering where the challenge is in the game, but be forewarned it does ramp up very fast.

Presentation

South Park has had a very special look to it from the first episode that ever aired. The look of the show can be described as simple, yet not matter how simple it was, no video game ever matched the look with such detail that this game has. While you could be mistaken for the cutscenes being made by the team that make the episodes, you would be wrong.

While a lot of effort was put into the look of the game, it would be all for nothing if the sound was not there. Thankfully Cartman, Stan, Kyle, Butters, Jimbo, Ned, Randy, Mr Mackey, Kenny, Mr Hankey, Big Gay Al, Jesus, Wendy and the rest of the South Park crew sound exactly like you would expect. So the game looks and sounds like South Park and thankfully the writing is there. So you don’t have Cartman expressing his love of Shakespearian theatre or Kenny using words you can understand.

There have been multiple South Park games over the years, but this is perhaps the first to nail the look, sound and characters of the tv show in game form.

Final Thoughts

South Park The Stick of Truth has had a troubled development cycle to be sure, but throughout the delays and publisher swaps we have been treated with perhaps one of the greatest licensed video games ever.

Thank you to Ubisoft for supplying the game for review

Detailing The Story Of Batman: Arkham Knight

Celebrate a Milestone This April in ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #200!

Marvel is proud to present your first look at ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #200 – the monumental anniversary issue! Legendary writer Brian Michael Bendis teams with Ultimate Spider-Man artists past and present for a celebration of all things Peter Parker, Miles Morales, and more! This epic, double-sized issue features art by Dave Marquez, Mark Bagley, Mark Brooks, Sara Pichelli, and David Lafuente!

On the anniversary of his death, the whole world mourns the loss of Peter Parker, the original Spider-Man. At the home of May Parker, a more intimate gathering of Peter’s closest friends grieve for the loss of their dear friend. But even as they remember their fallen friend, a sinister plan has been set in motion. And the shocking truths about Peter and his world are about to be revealed.

Plus, don’t miss the shocking ending that will have everyone talking! Seeds sown here will bear bitter fruit for Miles in the upcoming Miles Morales: Ultimate Spider-Man series! And it all starts here! No fan can afford to miss the epic ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN #200!

The One-Man-War For Mutantkind Continues in MAGNETO #2!

This April, the war for mutantkind’s survival continues in MAGNETO #2–from the blockbuster creative team of Cullen Bunn and Gabriel Hernandez Walta! Hunting down threats to mutants before they strike, Magneto isn’t afraid to get his hands bloody to safeguard his species. But no one escapes their past–especially one with as many skeletons as Magneto. Long-dormant horrors have resurfaced, and they pose a serious danger to the future of mutantkind. What horrible secrets are being brought to bear? Plus, S.H.I.E.L.D. gets wind of Magneto’s activities and they’re going to do something about it! And it all happens this April in MAGNETO #2!

inFamous Second Son Screenshots

Get hyped for the release in a few weeks by looking at these new screens.

Mario Kart 8 - Blue Shell Edition Coming to Australia only at EB Games

EB Games have confirmed that they will be selling the Blue Shell Edition of Mario Kart 8. Apart from the game itself you also get that nice blue shell as seen above. This version of the game will retail for $99.95 and is exclusive to EB Games. The regular game will be $79.95. Both are available to order online or in store and Mario Kart 8 will be available on May 31st.