App Store Update: January 21
Every day hundreds of new apps make their debut on the App Store, and hundreds more are updated or reduced in price. We have sifted through the noise and highlighted those select few that might be worth your attention.
Note: The prices and deals compiled below are accurate at the time we published this story, but all are subject to change.
The Witcher Battle Arena – (Freemium)
The Witcher adventure series goes full-on MOBA. See for yourself:
Poll: What Do You Think of Venom’s New Costume?
Today's "The Planet of the Symbiotes" finale in Guardians of the Galaxy #23 saw Venom get a new look that returns him to his bulkier roots. We'll avoid the spoiler of what led to this new appearance, but we wanted to show it off to hear what you think.
One of Spider-Man's most iconic foes, the original Venom host was Eddie Brock, created by Mike Zeck and Todd McFarlane.
Duchovny Excited About Potential X-Files Revival
It was recently revealed that Dana Walden and Gary Newman, CEOs of FOX Television Group, are in talks to bring back The X-Files, and David Duchovny says he's on-board with the idea.
Duchovny told USA Today that he is "more than happy and excited to bring it back and do it again with Gillian
and
Chris
." FOX officials are still in early talks with Carter to revive the program, whom they have said they would not move forward without.
"I'm assuming that it will happen sooner rather than later now. We'll see what form, how many
Deals of the Week: Lenovo Gaming Laptop Sale, Xbox One With a Free Year of Live, Wii U $30 Off
An Xbox One With a Year of Live
Here comes the best Xbox One deal I've seen since a flash sale on Thanksgiving day. If you've been waiting for a deal on a one, well, this is your deal. It's eBay, but the seller is Newegg.
Earn Double XP This Weekend in Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare
To celebrate the upcoming release of the Havoc DLC on Xbox, Sledgehammer Games is offering players of Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare the chance to earn double XP in multiplayer.
Rewarding players with twice the normal amount of experience points than usual, these events can help players level up faster in matches.
Along with a chance to double their experience, players can also shoot their way through two new playlists, including Hardcore Mosh Pit and Comeback 24/7.
Batman vs. Robin Release Date Announced
Warner Bros. Home Entertainment is releasing Batman vs. Robin -- the upcoming direct-to-video DC Universe animated feature, based on Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo's The Court of Owls storyline -- as a Blu-Ray Combo Pack, DVD and Digital HD download on April 14.
The Blu-Ray Deluxe Edition of Batman vs. Robin will include the Blu-Ray Combo Pack and a Batman action figure for $29.96 USD, while the Blu-Ray Combo Pack is listed at $24.98 USD and the DVD version is set for $19.98 USD. The film will also be available on virtually all of the major digital download stores (Amazon, iTunes, PlayStation, etc).
Check out the box art for Batman vs. Robin, which features Damian Wayne as Robin on its side, drawn by acclaimed comics artist Frank Quitely:
First 4 Figures Reveals Limited-Edition Ganondorf Figurine
UK-based toy company First 4 Figures has announced that they are releasing a full range of statues based on Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, starting with the game's villain Ganondorf.
F4F created a Ganondorf figurine to celebrate the HD re-release of The Wind Waker on the Wii U system, and soon, collectors will be given the chance to get their hands on two similar, limited-edition figures. Both the regular and exclusive models stand at 15 inches tall, with The King of Darkness weilding dual swords atop a stone floor base, mimicking Wind Waker's final battle scene.
The exclusive version also comes with LED lights in the base, which illuminate the water for a rippling effect. Both the regular and exclusive Ganondorf figurines are available for pre-order for $250 USD/£165 UK and $270 USD/£178 UK, respectively. Both are set for a third-quarter 2015 release.
Marvel Reveals More About Secret Wars Tie-Ins
Update: Marvel has revealed the other two Secret Wars-related brandings that all of their ongoing series will fall under during the course of the event. Whereas the "Last Days" branding revolves around characters confronting the imminent demise of the Marvel Universe, both "Battleworld" and "Warzones" will focus on the various pieces that make up the new Battleworld.
Titles that fall under the Battleworld banner will explore the chaotic political structure of the new planet, which pulls together many pieces of many Marvel Earths. “If you want the full story of what’s happening across the surface of this new planet, BATTLEWORLD branded titles are for you,” said Marvel Editor-in-Chief Axel Alonso in the company's press release. “Who polices Battleworld? How do the various domains interact? What happens when those domains go to war? What strange, never-before-seen creatures inhabit this world? What familiar faces will make appearances? Fans who want to fully understand how each sector interacts with the others can’t miss out on these books!”
Green Ranger Dishes on Power Rangers Movie
Jason David Frank, best known as the original Green Ranger Tommy Oliver, has provided an update on the status of the Power Rangers movie and his potential involvement in the film.
Speaking to Comicbook.com, Frank says production on the Power Rangers movie is moving forward.
“We're definitely not in a holding pattern,” the actor says. “The movie is definitely set for this year. Everything is in place. They won't give me specific details because it's all like hush-hush. Even me, I try. I email Saban and ask them kind of what you're asking me, but they do feel that I'm going to be part of it, because they feel there's no movie, at least, without me.”
Microsoft Introduces the Surface Hub
Microsoft has announced a new device called the Surface Hub.
With an 84-inch, 4K display, built-in sensors, wi-fi, cameras, speakers, microphones, Bluetooth integration, and NFC, Surface Hub is a device tailored toward businesses to streamline meetings.
A touch screen and an included stylus make it possible to write on the screen with precision, and One Note integration will allow people to share their ideas via wireless connection. According to Microsoft, with Surface Hub there's "no need to take pictures of your whiteboard with your phone anymore."
Expect to learn more about Surface Hub soon.
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