The Raspberry Pi 2 Has Been Released
From out of nowhere, the Raspberry Pi 2 has been released for sale.
The latest model comes in at the same price as the B+ model, costing just $35. In terms of specs, the Raspberry Pi 2 comes equipped with a a 900MHz quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 CPU, 1GB LPDDR2 SDRAM and of course, features complete compatibility with Raspberry Pi 1.
The Raspberry Pi Foundation also revealed plans to incorporate Windows 10 into the current model. According to the company’s website, The Foundation has been working with Microsoft for the past six months in order to bring Windows 10 to Raspberry Pi 2. Furthermore, the Pi 2-compatible version of Windows 10 will be completely free of charge to makers.
Platinum Games Launches 8-Bit Bayonetta Browser Game
Platinum Games has launched an 8-bit Bayonetta game that you can play in your browser.
Though not especially complex at first glance, the game is surprisingly entertaining while being tricky to master.
In an interview before the title's launch, we spoke to Bayonetta 2 Producer Akiko Kuroda and Lead Environment Artist Hiroki Onishi about the action game's combat. Platinum also announced new costumes, as well as a new playable character from the first game, during a Nintendo Direct.
Dying Light PC Patch Restricts Ability to Mod the Game
A new Dying Light patch for PC appears to be restricting the ability to mod the game.
Patch notes for update 1.2.1 reveal that while the fix may be designed to prevent anyone cheating by changing the game's data files, it seems mods are being caught in the crossfire.
Several popular mods are encountering problems, including one which deactivated the film grain used on the game's camera. Interestingly, this was removed following an anti-piracy claim made by the Electronic Software Association via the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DCMA).
It's unclear quite what's going on here, and whether Warner Bros. or Techland are behind the move. Techland's Dead Island was always very mod-friendly, so it'd be quite an about-face if the studio has decided to take action now.
Halo MCC Multiplayer Patch Delayed, Beta Rethought
343 Industries has delayed the upcoming patch designed to resolve ongoing issues with Halo: The Master Chief Collection's multiplayer mode.
A new blog post explains the studio believes more time is needed to check the stability of the update before rolling it out, especially as it's one of the biggest patches yet. It's also apparently rethinking its previous comments regarding beta testing for all future content updates, as this now may not happen.
The Witcher 3 Reportedly Has 50GB Install on PS4
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt reportedly has an install size of 50GB, according to various Sony sources.
Several European PSN storefronts have been updated to suggest that's the minimum amount of space you'll need on your PS4 HDD. We don't know how much room you'll need on Xbox One, though the PC version needs 40GB of room.
Here Are All the Winners from Apex 2015
Apex 2015 has concluded and the fighting game tournament results are in, including a new champion for fan-favorite Super Smash Bros. Melee.
EG|PPMD defeated Alliance|Armada in the second set of the grand finals match, earlier this morning. Armada, coming from the loser's bracket, took a commanding 2-0 lead in the first set. PPMD went on to win the next two games in the first set before dropping the final game, allowing Armada to reset the match. PPMD went on to win decisively in three straight games in the second set.
Apex's first ever champion for Super Smash Bros. for Wii U has been crowned, according to EventHubs. ZeRo defeated PL|Dabuz to take first place in the singles tournament for Super Smash Bros. for Wii U.
Madden NFL 15 Correctly Predicts Super Bowl XLIX Outcome
The New England Patriots defeated the Seattle Seahawks 28-24 today, cementing the official EA Sports prediction of Super Bowl XLIX.
The Madden NFL 15 Super Bowl Prediction is simulated once on standard Pro difficulty in the Xbox One version using the Super Bowl Matchup with updated rosters. The Patriots Super Bowl victory marks EA Sports’ ninth correct prediction for the past 12 Super Bowls.
The simulation not only called the final score but it also closely foresaw a number of plays and stats that played out in today’s game. For example, the Patriots recorded the first points from a touchdown pass from quarterback Tom Brady; however, it was Brandon LaFell and not Rob Gronkowski who made the touchdown.
Podcast: The Digigods look at the newest from Brad Pitt, Robert Downey Jr. and Co.
From their secluded home-theater compound, film critics Wade Major and Mark Keizer mix insightful commentary with irreverent banter, covering the latest DVD and Blu-ray news and new releases of the week, including studio, independent, television and special-interest titles.
Digigods Podcast, 01/27/15 (MP3) -- 38.2 MB
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Power Rangers: Wild Force Star Arrested on Murder Charge
Power Rangers: Samurai and Power Rangers: Wild Force actor Ricardo Medina Jr. has been arrested for allegedly killing his roommate with a sword.
TMZ broke the report, claiming Medina and his roommate Joshua Sutter had an altercation which resulted in the death of Sutter after he forced his way into Medina's bedroom. Medina called 911, and once the police arrived he was arrested. According to the publication, Medina is still in jail, and his bail sits at $1 million.
Medina in Power Rangers Samurai.
A Year of Adventure: Wrap-Up Spectacular
Over the last year (of adventure), Kosta has written 22 features on 29 classic point and click adventure games. Check them all out here, then read on for his thoughts on the genre, other notable classics and the new school adventure scene.
Well, here we are at the end of the road. And just like that song from a group of boys who became men, it’s hard to let go. What you’re probably thinking right now is “Kosta! It’s been great and all, but I need to know! Just what makes an adventure game so special?” First, way to cut right down to the core there. You’re right, we probably shouldn’t waste any time. But to answer that question one must quote a respected and published writer* who once said, “You know this is the wrap-up edition of the Year of Adventure right? There are, like, 22 incredibly in-depth, entertaining, funny, and informative articles covering dozens of adventure games spanning over thirty years of gaming history that answer that very question. And then some!"