Month: November 2024

Lego has revealed a 2D-style Super Mario World set featuring Mario and Yoshi.

The set is viewable today at San Diego Comic-Con, and official product images of it are already circulating online (thanks, Jay’s Brick Blog).

Reportedly, the set will launch on 1st October and feature 1215 pieces. We’ll update again when it’s officially announced with details of pricing.

The set is the latest entry into Lego’s adult-orientated Super Mario range, following earlier impressive sets such as the fold-out ? Block and Bowser statue.

This time, the focus is firmly on Nintendo’s earlier heritage once again – with a design based on 1990 SNES platformer Super Mario World.

There’s a new Super Mario World Mario and Yoshi sprite set on display at LEGO’s booth at SDCC(This is assumed as the other cases have sets in them) https://t.co/Eo3LtcDAHo pic.twitter.com/TRyY9pLNxA— PenPlays (@PenPlays_) July 25, 2024…

The internet was all in a flap last week after Microsoft promised to place Deadpool’s pert posterior into the hands of a lucky few by way of a new limited edition controller. But if red spandex doesn’t do it for you, there’s now a second superhero butt in town, courtesy of a bright yellow, Wolverine-themed Xbox Wireless Controller.

Both controllers (as you’ve probably already guessed) have been created to promote Marvel’s upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine movie, which arrives in cinemas across the world later this week. And to coincide with its release, there’s a global sweepstake going on at the moment via Twitter/X for anyone wanting to get their hands on those superbuns.

Full rules can be found on Microsoft’s website, but the gist is you’ll need to follow the official Xbox account then repost one of its designated promotional posts containing the hashtag #xboxcheekycontrollersweepstakes before the competition closes on 11th August.

Image credit: Microsoft

Unfortunately, Microsoft is being pretty tight with its butts, and only one winner will walk away with Deadpool and Wolverine’s plastic posteriors when the competition ends. On the plus sid…

Sega has unveiled a first look at two new Shadow x Sonic Generations levels, delving into the Sonic nemesis’ past.

As with the original Sonic Generations, the new separate Shadow campaign will reimagine stages from Shadow’s past. So far we’ve seen the Space Colony level, inspired by Sonic Adventure 2’s Final Chase.

Now, in a new teaser video comparing old and new, two more stages have been revealed based on zones from Sonic Heroes and 2006’s Sonic the Hedgehog.

Sonic x Shadow Generations is pure 2000s nostalgia

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With the closure of Microsoft’s Xbox 360 digital store looming, the company has announced a final batch of heavy discounts on earlier-gen titles, as well as the release of a new Xbox Series X/S dynamic background, inspired by the Xbox 360’s much-loved “blades” dashboard design.

Microsoft announced the impending closure of its Xbox 360 digital store last August, revealing it would no longer be possible to purchase games, DLC, or other entertainment content via the Xbox 360 console or web-based Xbox 360 Marketplace from 29th July this year.

It did, however, confirm previously purchased Xbox 360 games and DLC would remain downloadable and playable – including via backward compatibility on modern consoles – even after the store’s closure. And since then, it’s been working with third-party publisher to offer heavy price reductions on its digital Xbox 360 catalogue.

Takes you back, doesn’t it?Enjoy some sweet nostalgia with the new Xbox 360 Blades dynamic background, available today. pic.twitter.com/AYElkktM9K— Xbox (@Xbox) July 16, 2024…

The early access beta for Firewalk’s 5v5 sci-fi shooter Concord has been extended.
The beta – which was initially meant to wrap up last night – will now run until this evening, culminating at 8pm UK time on 15th July.
This beta includes four maps to try out: Freewater, Star Chamber, Water Hazard, Shock Risk. It also has three modes: Clash Point, Trophy Hunt and Cargo Run. In addition, all 16 Freegunners (the player characters) are available to put through their paces during the beta.

Concord – Gameplay Trailer | PS5 Games

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UPDATE 11/7/24: Following yesterday’s Famitsu reveal, Arc System Works has released a first trailer for Double Dragon Revive, its 3D take on the long-running beat-’em-up series.

As per the accompanying English press release, Double Dragon Revive promises “renewed, stylish character graphics” with arcade favourites recreated in 3D, plus the “ultimate belt-scroll experience”, and “thrilling strategic action”.

“Experience the same simple and intuitive gameplay,” the studio writes, “with controls and balance refined for the modern era.” It adds Revive’s combat will require “adaptation and variety” and is “more than a simple button-masher”, encouraging players to “delve into the strategy by learning enemy patterns and finding the most effective attack timings.” There’s also promise of weapons and area gimmicks enabling players to “seize the upper hand in battle”.

『Double Dragon Revive』 – Announcement Trailer

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