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The latest gameplay trailer for Rocksteady Studios' Batman: Arkham Knight features Batman engaging in a brutal melee and the Batmobile trading shots with a militarized helicopter. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/Batman_Arkham_Knight_Thumbnail_0.jpg?itok=7TVJr62m View the full article

/files/u154082/dsc02268.jpgIntel's first IEM gaming event in North America This weekend Intel hosted its first Intel Extreme Masters gaming event in North America. The PC gaming/eSport event took place at the SAP Center in San Jose, California and featured a $50,000 League of Legends tournament and a $25,000 StarCraft II tournament. In addition to the aforementioned matches, which were all streamed online, there were several hardware vendors like Corsair, Roccat, Gigabyte, and more on the show floor showing gamers their latest PC hardware. We took over 20 pictures from the show floor that highlighted some of the booths, costumes, and games from IEM in the gallery below. If Intel held another event next year, would you like to go? Let us know in the comments section! View the full article

http://www.maximumpc.com/files/u69/toshiba_encore_mini.jpg Save on a new item every day until December 19th Black Friday? Check. Cyber Monday? Check. Ongoing savings, Steam Weeklong Deals, and GOG DRM-Free Big Winter Sale? Check, check, and check again! Phew, talk about a busy holiday shopping season, and it doesn't feel like it's coming to a close anytime soon. Instead, more and more promotions keep popping up, like Microsoft's 12 Days of Deals starting with a Toshiba Encore Mini tablet for $79, marked down from $119. It's the first of a dozen deals over as many days, and to sweeten the pot, Microsoft is throwing in a 16GB microSD card ($20 value) with the package. The tablet already has 16GB of built-in storage, so the microSD card brings the total storage space to 32GB, minus what's used for Windows and Office 365 Personal, the latter of which you get free for a year (a $70 value). Toshiba's Encore Mini sports a 7-inch HD touchscreen display powered by an Intel Atom Z3735G processor and 2GB of RAM. Other features include a micro USB 2.0 port, microphone/headphone combo port, 802.11n Wi-Fi (Miracast enabled), front-facing and rear-facing cameras, and the aforementioned software. Tomorrow's deal will feature an unlocked BLU Win HD phone for $129, marked down from $179. Beyond that, you'll have to keep checking the 12 Days of Deals website for the latest offer. Follow Paul on Google+, Twitter, and Facebook View the full article

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/files/u166440/elite_dangerous_braben.jpgGame will support 4K and 16K Elite: Dangerous is almost upon us and we are excited considering that the game was one of our most anticipated PC games of 2014. Created by Frontier Developments, the sci-fi combat simulator is the fourth installment in the Elite game franchise that also features trading and space exploration in a 1:1 scale of our own universe. Maximum PC had the opportunity to interview Frontier Developments CEO David Braben, courtesy of Online Managing Editor Jimmy Thang. Braben, who founded Frontier Developments back in 1994, talked about how the game’s setting is a recreation of our universe and, when asked about how the universe in the game is modeled after our own, he replied, “Every single star in the night sky, that you can see, is in the game. Even the really faint ones. So we can see 6,000-7,000 in the night sky and they are all in the game. So are the full 160,000 that we got from star catalogues and other sources.” The interview goes on to cover other topics such as what gamers can do in the game, virtual reality support, whether or not a person can become stranded while exploring, why the developer decided to have the game support 16K, and Develop Frontiers’ decision to do regarding playing single player offline. “We found it increasingly difficult to do, and I think this has upset some people, is the wholly offline play,” Braben replied when asked about the single player campaign. “The game was still going to be downloaded, but the ability to play wholly offline is something we found increasingly difficult to offer.” Be sure to watch the for his full explanation about the company's apporach to the single player campaign and let us know what you think of the interview in the comment section below. Follow Sean on Google+, Twitter, and Facebook View the full article

/files/u162579/zyucagj.jpgShowcasing the sexiest, most photogenic game screenshots this side of the Internet It's the holiday season, which means that gamers everywhere will soon sit down and soon have a chance to catch up on their massive backlogs. To commemorate the occasion, we've compiled a gallery of spectacular screenshots to get your gaming taste buds going. We’ve reached out to members of r/GamerPorn to fill out the submissions for the this month's Graphics Porn. Whether you've been following our handy-dandy guide on how to capture beautiful-looking game screens or simply print-screening some beautiful wallpaper-worthy game moments, we want to be able to share your captured works of art with the world. If you think you can do better than the pictures submitted below, please email your screenshots to mpcgraphicsporn@gmail.com so we can show them off. Make sure to include the name of the game, a title for the screenshot, and a description of what's happening on-screen. View the full article

Techland sheds light on the storyline and season pass content for its next-gen post-apocalyptic thriller, Dying Light. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/Dying_Light_Thumbnail.jpg?itok=S6Z0mqsm View the full article

YIDIY: Larry Andersen's Terminator Velox Read why Ulimatemods.net's Larry Andersen loves DIY and see what he did to turn this Digital Storm chassis into the Terminator Velox. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/terminator-velox.png?itok=tL-nRBH- View the full article

Welcome to our first YIDIY (Why I DIY) feature where we will highlight custom built rigs and get some questions answered by the mastermind builders behind them. In this edition we speak to James Walter to learn about his Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare custom PC. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/parvum-warfare.jpg?itok=Ccv-K-o1 View the full article

YIDIY: BS Mods' MOD24 Retro Memorial Rig In this edition of YIDIY, we finish off the MOD24 builds with the competition winner- this retro beauty by BS Mods. So shiny! http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/BSmods3.jpg?itok=NZVI5m_L View the full article

YIDIY: Team Kill Ninja MOD24 Titanfall Rig In this edition of YIDIY, we continue with the MOD24 theme by checking out Titanfall rig made by Team Ninja. Let's see why their thoughts on DIY. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/Titanfall3.jpg?itok=FoUmt2_D View the full article

YIDIY: Team Mongoose's MOD24 Zombie Mode In this edition of YIDIY, we visit Team Mongoose - Lee Harrington and Ron Lee Christianson - to follow up on their MOD24 COD Zombie rig. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/COD2.jpg?itok=dV4IkGdi View the full article

Gripping new gameplay trailer for Rocksteady Studios' next-gen sequel, Batman: Arkham Knight, showcases the Batmobile's full combat mode as it shrugs off bullets and blasts enemy tanks into pieces. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/Batman_Arkham_Knight_Thumbnail.jpg?itok=qgaf6K4b View the full article

Overclocking a graphics card today is simpler and safer than ever, and with a bit of tuning you can extend the life of an aging graphics card or get even better performance out of a new one. But what if you don't have just one graphics card? What if you have two, or three, or even four running in SLI? How does that affect the overclocking process? PC Gamer chats to NVIDIA's Tom Petersen to find out. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/maxresdefault.jpg?itok=9jA8OldX View the full article

Looking for the best driver for Ubisoft's The Crew? It's already available and ready for download through GeForce Experience and from GeForce.com. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/news-featured-nvidia-geforce-drivers_16.jpg?itok=SHXXj-6U View the full article

Ubisoft’s arcade racer, The Crew, races into stores today, and looks and play best on PC with higher rendering resolutions, higher frame rates, higher-resolution textures, improved assets, more detailed effects, and the inclusion of NVIDIA GameWorks technologies. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/the-crew-launch-featuredmain.jpg?itok=lCX1Ys31 View the full article

It’s #GRIDTuesday, and that means more new games are available in the GRID library for you to enjoy on your SHIELD. We hope you like The Dark Knight as much as we do because this week’s releases are Batman: Arkham Origins and LEGO Batman: The Video Game! http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/SHIELD-Social_Media-New_GRID_Releases-BAO-Lego_Batman-620x265-1.jpg?itok=5vl-qVUb View the full article

/files/u166440/the_crew.jpgUbisoft’s recent record and actions might give a different impression It has been a rough year for Ubisoft when it comes to the games that have been released. Earlier this year the PC version of Watch Dogs suffered from a number of issues while the recent launch of Assassin’s Creed Unity resulted in free DLC and Far Cry 4 receiving a patch for a variety of issues. However, The Crew’s lead game designer Serkan Hasan has “confidence in the stability of the game and its performance,” according to an interview he had with The Metropolist. "For The Crew, we’ve reaped the benefits of a long term beta program, designed specifically to push our infrastructure as far as possible in real world situations, with thousands of players from all over the world playing the game at the same time," said Hasan. According to Ubisoft, The Crew has had four closed betas though Hasan admits that, "The launch of any online game these days has potential issues, but I hope that players will be encouraged by our open approach. If you had any doubts that we could pull this off, I hope that the betas proved our credentials and the game’s stability." The Crew is an online racing video game that takes place in an open world environment and is being developed by Ivory Tower and Ubisoft Reflections. But given the launch woes of Assassin’s Creed Unity and Far Cry 4, both of which launched this month, it wouldn’t be surprising if consumers are reluctant to purchase The Crew day one. But while Hasan might be confident in the product his team has developed, Ubisoft’s recent action regarding review copies could be misinterpreted as a sign that it is not so confident. Earlier this week Ubisoft announced that there would be no early review copies of the game. "The Crew was built from the beginning to be a living playground full of driving fans, so it’s only possible to assess our game in its entirety with other real players in the world," Ubisoft posted on its official blog. "And by other, we mean thousands and thousands and thousands of players – something that can’t be simulated with a handful of devs playing alongside the press." “For this very reason,” the post continues. “The Crew will be available to media to begin their reviews when the game launches on December 2.” Are you planning to purchase The Crew or will you wait this time to see what happens on launch day? Follow Sean on Google+, Twitter, and Facebook View the full article

/files/u166440/assassins_creed_unity_002.jpgSeason Pass holders get a free game Since it was released on November 11, Assassin’s Creed Unity has been plagued by a plethora or issues. The game has suffered from so many bug, glitches, and technical issues that the third patch will have around 300 bug fixes. To make amends for the launch, Ubisoft has apologized and announced that Assassin’s Creed Unity’s upcoming DLC will be free. “I want to sincerely apologize on behalf of Ubisoft and the entire Assassin's Creed team,” said Ubisoft Montreal CEO Yannis Mallat in a blog post. “These problems took away from your enjoyment of the game, and kept many of you from experiencing the game at its fullest potential.” The Dead Kings DLC will be free for everyone that purchased the game when it is released. When it becomes available, it will be listed as an add-on for both Uplay and Steam where PC gamers will be able to download it. Meanwhile, those who purchased the Season Pass or Assassin’s Creed Unity Gold Edition, will be given the choice of one free game from a selection of the developer’s titles – The Crew, Far Cry 4, Watch Dogs, Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, Rayman Legends, or Just Dance 2015. No date has been provided for when the Dead Kings DLC will be released and available for download except that it is “coming soon.” Furthermore, Ubisoft has discontinued selling the Season Pass for Assassin’s Creed Unity. Follow Sean on Google+, Twitter, and Facebook View the full article

New NVIDIAN bonds with his brother by building a PC gaming rig of his dreams. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/Evan-rig-TITAN-232x149.jpg?itok=vYVXkTSw View the full article

http://www.maximumpc.com/files/u69/music_deals_albums.jpg Rock out with your Windows Phone or Windows device out It wouldn't be fair to call Microsoft a Scrooge, not when the company is rolling out a pair of sweet deals for the holiday season, one of which includes 100 free albums. The caveat? You have to be a Windows or Windows Phone user. If you are, you can claim your 100 free albums from Microsoft by installing the company's Music Deals companion app. These aren't crappy albums, either. Some are obviously better than others, depending on your music preferences, but you'll find plenty of big names like the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, James Taylor, Eminem, Bob Marley, Eric Clapton, American Idiot, and lots more. And that's just one of the deals going on. Microsoft is also offering up 50 boxed sets at $2 a pop. Think artists and bands like the Eagles, KISS, John Lennon, and of course the list goes on. These sets typically sell for between $15 and $100. "Remember, albums you download as part of our Music Deals are all MP3s. You can download these albums, keep them, and play them on whatever device you have," Microsoft stated in a blog post. You can grab the Music Deals app from the Windows Store here and from the Windows Phone Store here. Follow Paul on Google+, Twitter, and Facebook View the full article

http://www.maximumpc.com/files/u69/origin_sale.jpgSave up to 75 percent Do not adjust your calendar, it's not Black Friday yet. Nevertheless, some retailers and e-tailers have already begun offering Black Friday sales, including Electronic Arts through its Origin service. Starting now, you can save up to 75 percent off select titles on Origin, which include both new and classic titles. Battlefield 4 Digital Deluxe Edition is now $20, marked down from $40, or you can get the Premium Edition for $48, marked down from $60. Some of the titles are super cheap, like Mass Effect ($3.74, down from $15), Mass Effect 2 ($5, down from $20), and Popcap Hero Bundle consisting of Plants vs Zombies, Bejeweled 3, and Peggle ($5, down from $10). And some are downright old school gems, like all three Populous games ($2.50 each, down from $5) and Magic Carpet ($2.50, down from $5). Not all the titles are games. For example, The Final Hours of Mass Effect 3 ($0.74, down fro $3) and The Final Hours of Titanfall ($1, down from $2) are behind the scenes looks that detail what went into building each game -- possible gift ideas for the gamer who has everything. Assuming Origin isn't a deal killer, give the sale a look, and happy gaming. Follow Paul on Google+, Twitter, and Facebook View the full article

The NVIDIA GRID Gaming Service is only a week old, and it’s already growing. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/2_Title-620x265-Psychonauts_RedFraction-TABLET.jpg?itok=4l2LBZd4 View the full article

The drivable Batmobile makes its triumphant debut as the Caped Crusader busts into ACE Chemicals in a brand new trailer for Rocksteady Studios' Batman: Arkham Knight. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/Batman_Arkham_Knight_Thumb.jpg?itok=-wnDB2IQ View the full article

Respawn Entertainment releases Titanfall Deluxe Edition, the complete edition of its next-gen action game featuring the full version of Titanfall and all three DLC packs: Expedition, Frontier’s Edge and IMC Rising. http://www.geforce.com/sites/default/files-world/styles/210x100/public/thumbnail_image/Titanfall_Deluxe_Edition.jpg?itok=ZnVE1i6M View the full article