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Microsoft has announced their Arcade Next promotion which will feature 4 unique games and see an increase from 200 to 400 gamerscore points and contain up to 30 achievements for Xbox Live Arcade games. The upcoming releases begin on April 18th and will conclue on May 9th. Trials Evolution – April 18th – 1200 Microsoft Points Blood Forge – April 25th – 1200 Microsoft Points Fable Heroes – May 2nd – 800 Microsoft Points Minecraft – May 9th – 1600 Microsoft Points <center> <iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/UiFDDCWBivk" width="560"></iframe></center> via Major Nelson Tweet This Post Post to F…

Have you ever been sitting back in your comfy recliner, when all of a sudden a thought pops in your head telling you to work for a diabolical organization and infect an entire city with a virus that turns people into flesh eating crazies? If so, then Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City is just the game you need to play. If you have been a fan of the Resident Evil series since day one, you will find Operation Raccoon City to be a special treat. I myself am a lifelong fan of the series, and I will tell you the only thing I can about the game. It is the best Resident Evil game I have ever played. Other people will tell you otherwise, and I'm still not sure why. It is amazi…

Ubisoft announced that there will be three different collector editions of their new native american assassin twist on the Assassin’s Creed series, Assassin’s Creed III. The Freedom Edition, Join or Die Edition, and Special Edition will be joining the regular priced standard edition of the game. Each of the special editions come with their own bells and whistles including in game content, special packaging, and little collectable trinkets. The Special Edition will feature a single player mission “A Dangerous Secret”, and an in game weapon, the Flintlock Musket. The Join or Die Edition includes an assassin medallion and in game content of George Washington’s notes on th…

Recently interviewed by IGN’s Up At Noon, Gears of War creator Cliff Bleszinski explains what he would do differently with the Gears of War series including making it less linear, changing Marcus’s bandana and soul patch, and that if he could go back and change some things, he definitely would. (Fast Forward to 11:49) via Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

If you’ve been waiting all these years to sell that box of wires named “GameCube,” you’ve waited a bit too long. As of April 2nd, GameStop will not accept trade-ins for the system, its games, or any of its affiliated accessories. This news holds some nostalgic value for me, as the GameCube was the first console I ever owned, and Super Smash Brothers: Melee was the first game I bought for it. Still, I don’t really miss the system. At the moment, GameStop is still selling used consoles, games, and accessories, so if you’re into collector’s items, you’re free to help yourself to the gamut of stuff your local GameStop store is bound to have in stock. via Game Informer Tweet…

SOCOM developer Zipper Interactive has closed effecting close to 80 employees. Sony made the announcement over the weekend that they have decided to close Zipper Interactive and cited that “the closure is a result of a normal cycle of resource re-alignment within Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios.” Sony also stated that previous titles MAG, SOCOM 4, and Unit 13 will still receive support despite the studio being closed. Zipper Interactive was originally founded in 1995 and purchased by Sony in January 2006. No word on what will happen regarding the future of their prized series, SOCOM. via Game Informer Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full a…

Castlvania: Lords of Shadow producer, David Cox hinted at either a possible sequel to 2010′s Castlevania: Lords of Shadow or an entirely new Castlvania game altogether. Cox tweeted, What do you think? Should Castlevania: LOS receive a sequel or should there be a new game added into the series? Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

Upcoming MMORPG The Secret World has gotten a pre-order trailer. This gritty and interesting video game on dark fantasy and mythology is releasing for the PC on June 19, 2012. A date for the Xbox 360 version has not been revealed yet. via Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

Capcom has just bitched slapped those of you who purchased the March release of Street Fighter x Tekken with one little statement. “There is effectively no distinction between the DLC being ”locked” behind the disc and available for unlocking at a later date, or being available through a full download at a later date, other than delivery mechanism” Capcom’s statement was in response to the outcry from gamers regarding the on the disc DLC and unlocked at later date downloadable DLC for Street Fighter x Tekken. Just to clarify this issue even further, Capcom is saying that downloadable content on the game disc that you play on day one is no different from downloadable co…

IGN’s Jessica Chobot has angered Mass Effect fans after her recent comments regarding the backlash of outrage from many gamers over the ending in Mass Effect 3. Chobot who makes a few appearances as reporter Diana Allers in Mass Effect 3 wrote a blog entry where she called gamers whiny for complaining about the ending of Mass Effect 3 and as a result the blog post has been deleted, Chobot issued an apology, and announced late yesterday that she is closing down her blog on IGN. “I don’t want to know anything more about the babsolutly RIDICULOUS whine-fest that entitled gamers are having with Bioware…” ~ Jessica Chobot in original blog post Jessica Chobot shot to populari…

This is a must see video for fans of the long time gaming series, Elder Scrolls. Peter Hollens provided the voice work and Lindsey Stirling played the violin in this fantastic cover of Skyrim. Afterwards make sure to check out Lindsey Stirling’s . You won’t be disappointed. via DSO Gaming Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

Xbox Live Arcade Diabolical Pitch – 800 MS Points – April 4thThe Pinball Arcade – 800 MS Points – April 4thAnomoly: War Zone Earth – 800 MS Points – April 6thThe Splatters – 800 MS Points – April 11thFez – 800 MS Points – April 13thAdd Ons Kinect Sports Season Two Basketball – 400 MS Points – April 3rdForza Motorsport 4 April Alpinestars Car Pack – 560 MS Points – April 3rdDeal of the Week April 3rd – 9th King of Fighters 98 – 400 MS PointsKing of Fighters 2002 – 400 MS PointsKing of Fighters Sky Stage – 400 MS PointsMetal Slug 3 – 400 MS PointsMetal Slug XX – 600 MS PointsTrouble Witches – 400 MS PointsApril 10th – 16th Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package – 800 MS PointsMo…

Creators of the upcoming Kinect only spin on the Fable series, Fable: The Journey, are saying that fans are being unfair and that they really need to just give it a chance. Former Microsoft employee and Fable Designer Peter Molyneux said in a recent press conference that he wants gamers to know that they will not be “leaping” through the air. “From the blogs and the posts that I’ve seen, there’s a lot of skepticism out there. People think that they’re going to be leaping around the room or they’re going to have to shout at the top of their voice and feel embarrassed. We don’t want that – we want you to feel relaxed.” Molyneux isn’t the only one that was on the Fable te…

In an attempt to try and please the angry Mass Effect fans who went bananas after seeing how Commander Shepard’s story ended, Bioware has announced that later this summer Mass Effect 3 will get Extended Cut DLC. The content will be for free and will contain extending endings and Bioware promises further clarity in regards to the end of Shepard’s story. Executive Producer Casey Hudson says, ”We have reprioritised our post-launch development efforts to provide the fans who want more closure with even more context and clarity to the ending of the game, in a way that will feel more personalised for each player.” via Xbox 360 Achievements Tweet This Post Post to Facebook …

Game Informer has revealed their upcoming issue’s May front and back covers and apparently Cortana has not only grown in size, but has gotten an over the night boob job. The highly anticipated Halo 4 which is releasing this coming holiday season graces the front and back covers of Game Informer in all of Cortana’s glory. Let us know what you think of Cortana’s improvements. via Game Informer Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

Such a strange tale. Gamespot fires Gerstman, Gerstman and and his buddy create Giant Bomb and then Gamespot's parent company (CBS) buys Giant Bomb. Also, Giant Bomb staff will have offices back at Gamespot. Source http://www.neoseeker.com/news/18600-gamespot-parent-company-cbs-acquires-gaming-website-giant-bomb/

It’s not very often that any of the writers here at Gamercide post about anything but gaming news. It’s also not everyday that we’re all this excited about something or someone. In this case, it’s Dillon Hodges. Musician, singer, and songwriter. I’ve wracked my brain trying to remember where I first came across “ “. I’m sure it was on his website, but I don’t recall what led me there. If it was social media, I’m glad. Social media (in this case Twitter), is how I came to learn all about the man and his wonderful music. We’ve shared a few lines of text with each other, and his beautiful fiancé even thanked me for helping spread the word. He’s a gracious man, and from wh…

Diablo 3 or “D3″ as many fans are dubbing it is getting ready to launch tomorrow May 15th to an antsy PC crowd. Meanwhile gamers on the console end have been waiting on word on whether on not Diablo 3 will see the light of day after Diablo makers Blizzard had posted job openings that appeared to make it seem like they wanted to test the waters with Diablo heading over the PS3 and or Xbox 360. Well anxious console gamers I hate to burst your bubble, but that was not entirely true and Blizzard has the perfect explanation. In an interview with Gamasutra, Blizzard’s Jay Wilson said that they were kind of lying in order to gain more employees, but they still remain unsure a…

Team Ghost, would you like me to lay a smack down on your candy ***** or in this case silicone giant fake ***? In what has to be the one of the worst ad campaigns ever in the history of Ubisoft’s Ghost Recon series or no I take that back, video game history, Team Ghost decided to get Ice-T’s wife Coco and her huge *** in on the ad. That’s right I said, her huge giant ***. If you are an *** man, then dim the lights, get a tissue and some jergens because you are going to appreciate this video. However if you are more like me and are shaking your head right now at Ubisoft for thinking so little of us gamers then run along now, there is nothing to see. Who am I kidding,…

While you are sitting there worried about experiencing every little mind blowing thing that Diablo III has to offer you, someone has already claimed to have beaten the game. It only took 12 hours and 29 minutes for level 32 Barbarian Yoshichan to complete D3 on the normal difficulty. His next move is to beat it on nightmare difficulty. Who wants to stereotype and say this person a.) lives at home b.) daddy and mommy let him stay home from school or played the sick card c.) blew off work for this day d.) has never had sex a day in their life e.) loved that Ghost Recon Future Soldier trailer with Coco’s huge ass via Game Politics Tweet This Post Post to Facebook …

As tiny little bits and pieces emerge regarding the story that makeup Master Chief and Cortana’s next adventure in Halo 4 something else has also emerged. Behold the badass box art for November 6th’s release, Halo 4. via IGN Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

This exclusive sniper challenge is available immediately upon your preorder of Hitman: Absolution which is due to hit store shelves this coming fall on November 20th. Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

Be sure to get your hands on the July issue of OXM. They are releasing some hot details thanks to 343 Industries on Halo 4 including an explanation of the “two” single player campaigns that mesh into not only co-op with your friends but also Master Chief’s story. 343 Industries explains the Infinity in Halo 4 as a way for your own “persistent Spartan IV” who is on board the UNSC Infinity to feed into the main storyline spawning a “second campaign”. How are they doing this you ask? After Halo 4 releases, 343 will be releasing four short CGI mini-episodes each week starring the four new Spartan IV’s. Your Spartan IV’s story can be played with your co-op friends online an…

According to The Official Playstation Magazine’s recent Twitter posting, Sony has at least one big surprise for fans of their brand at E3 and no it is not the Playstation 4. PSM3 tweeted the hint over the weekend and singled out the words “*d0*” and “ooh”. Could those words be clues as to what big news Sony has at this year’s E3 which kicks off June 5th? Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the full article

Matt Firor, Game Director of the Elder Scrolls Online has told Game Informer that the Elder Scroll’s newly announced MMO main story will be single player only. Their reasoning behind the decision is to have your individual character feel like the only hero in the game and also to avoid the awkardness that is seeing other gamers waiting to beat the boss you are currently fighting. Not sure how fans will react to that considering that they have been beating down Bethesda’s door for years requesting an Elder Scrolls MMO that can play with their fellow gamers including co-op main story play. via Game Informer (Video Interview) Tweet This Post Post to Facebook View the…