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Ubisoft has made it official with the release of this new trailer. Watchdogs will be release in the US on November 19th for the Xbox 360, PS3 and PS4, Wii U and PC.

We've all become accustom to the yearly release of Activision's Call of Duty, so the listing that appeared online should come as no surprise to anyone. Slated to be released later this year, November 5 according to the Target  listing , Call of Duty: Ghosts will be the next game in the franchise. We've seen games outed like this before and even though this may be a rumor right now, it could hold some credibility, especially given that E3 is right around the corner. Rumor or not well have to wait for confirmation and based on what I've read it should be happening soon. -- Courtesy of Games News Network

No you didn't read the title wrong. According to an article up on GameInformer.com ( HERE ), Microsoft maybe set to reveal the next Xbox on May 21st in Redmond, Washington at 10 AM PDT/1 PM EST.  Mark the day on your calenders and be ready. I can honestly say that I haven't the slightest idea what Microsoft is planning for their next Xbox. There have been speculations and rumors floating about, especially that the console will require a constant internet connection that has been rubbing everyone the wrong way, however I'd like to wait for confirmation before weighing in. I'm expecting Microsoft to impress. Sony did a great job with their reveal of the PS4 (granted there wasn't an actual PS4 there) and anything less from Microsoft will utterly disappoint. We've all been waiting for it and in under a month we'll be able to quell our curiosity.  -- Courtesy of Games News Network

A little over a year ago I started Games News Network. I wanted a place to write about everything going on in the Video Game Industry and how I felt about it. It has been one crazy year and 499 posts later we're here. This post marks my 500th post and it also signifies this blog hitting over 10, 000 pages views. Now that may not seem like a lot but I'm thankful for this small accomplishment. It's been some time since my last post, only dropping in to do small pieces. Rest assured I will return with a lot more to write about. There are a few impressions/reviews that I haven't posted yet and although the games have been out for several months, I'd still like to give my take on them. So stay tuned, keep reading and I'll keep writing. -Courtesy of Games News Network

If you're looking for your next grapple-point into the Batman universe, here it is. Batman: Arkham Origins, set to be released on October 25th for the Xbox 360, PS3, PC and Wii U, let's players take on the mantle of Dark Knight once again in a story that takes place before the other Arkham games. For this go-around, the game has been passed to the Warner Bros.  Montreal Studio (Yes, Rocksteady is NOT developing this one) as they aim to tell the story of Batman when he first encounters certain villains. Courtesy of GameInfromer  

As I'm sure you've heard by now, Disney has closed developer/publisher LucasArts which it acquired awhile back. LucasArts has been in the game since the early 80s and to see it go like this may have come as quite a shock to most. At this point it's still up in the air what will happen to the projects they were working on, like Star Wars 1313, as they switch to a licensing based model. Below is an official statement made by the company: After evaluating our position in the games market, we’ve decided to shift LucasArts from an internal development to a licensing model, minimizing the company’s risk while achieving a broader portfolio of quality Star Wars games. As a result of this change, we’ve had layoffs across the organization. We are incredibly appreciative and proud of the talented teams who have been developing our new titles.

I haven't even put ten hours into Assassin's Creed III and here comes an official trailer for the next installment of the game--Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag. This one has a new protagonist, Edward Kenway, and is pirate themed (finally I get to be the Jack Sparrow like pirate I envisioned I'd be).  This one seems to be headed for all major consoles including next gen and is scheduled for a November 1st release. For a more detailed look head over HERE for a preview of the game.

Capcom has dropped word that the Vergil's Downfall DLC will be released on March 5th and 6th for the Playstation 3 and Xbox 360 respectively. It will run you $8.99/720 MSP if you didn't pre-order the game from certain retails and receive a redeem code for the DLC. Recently a title update for DmC: Devil May Cry was released, allowing you to access the Bloody Palace.

For a long time we were in the dark about Bungie's next big venture after handing the Halo series over to 343 Industries, who did a bang-up job with Halo 4 I might add. After images and details leaked awhile back and everyone heard the name Destiny tied with it, we wanted to know more. Bungie has officially lift the lid off their next project and here it is via the first ViDoc.  All I have to say about it right now is that it seems very ambitious and a complete departure from anything current out there right now. From what I've heard and seen it's not an MMO but is does let you play with friends and isn't subscription based. There is also a social aspect to it going by the integration with mobile devices. Hopefully we'll get to see actual gameplay at E3 or maybe before that in another ViDoc but until then check out the first ViDoc below.

Going by the OUYA project update I received recently, the video game console will be available in certain stores when it's launched this June. The stores include Amazon , Best Buy , GameStop and Target . The console itself goes for $99.99 with an extra controller costing you $49.99. You can pre-order OUYA from the retailer of your choice above. I'm really interested in seeing how this console fares with announcements imminent from both Microsoft and Sony regarding their new consoles. 

The Elder Scrolls Online Beta Sign-up has officially begun. Let the flood gates open. If you're interested in taking part in the beta head over HERE to put your name down as well as some more information. If you're one of the lucky few selected you get to embark on an Elder Scrolls adventure like no other. To go with the sign-up officially opening Bethesda has also released a brilliant CG Trailer--entitled The Alliances--that you can check out below. It's beyond words. Good luck to you with getting into the Beta and signing up, there is already a message stating that there's heavy traffic on the site .

Gearbox Software and 2K have announced new skins and heads are now available for all the characters in Borderlands 2. There are 15 packs in total across three themes, Domination, Madness and Supremacy--that means three heads and skins for each character. Each pack will run you 80MSP/$0.99 and is currently available for download on Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 and PC. All I can say is GIMME! GIMME NOW!!