Today, Ubisoft updated its financial targets for 2013-14 and its games release schedule for two games.

The Company also communicated initial Non-IFRS operating income targets for fiscal years 2014-15 and 2015-16. Watch Dogs and The Crew, previously planned for release in fiscal year 2013-14, are now scheduled for 2014-15.

There was also a statement from the developers about the reasoning behind the delay for Watch Dogs:

Our ambition from the start with Watch_Dogs has been to deliver something that embodies what we wanted to see in the next-generation of gaming. It is with this in mind that we’ve made the tough decision to delay the release until Spring 2014.

We can’t wait to see you in Chicago next Spring. We are confident you’ll love this game as much as we love working on it.

GTA V received over 3 million dollars in pre-orders. It made over 6 million dollars in day 1 sales. Grand Theft Auto V was probably the most anticipated game in the last 5 years, and everyone scrambled to get a copy. But does it live up to the hype?

GTA V is a huge game. I don’t mean that the game box is big, I mean the environment is huge. The biggest open world map in GTA history, and it’s proven by the amount of time it takes to drive it, but I’ll get into that later. To deal with this massive map, the game is 2 discs. One disc is just an install, to help with the graphics loading and little things. The second disc is what you actually put in to play, and you can’t install it to the hard drive because of issues with the 2 discs conflicting with each other and making the graphics wonky (I actually tried this, it’s a slight issue, and with an older 360, it’ll make your fans run like a jet engine.) You can install the second disc to a 360 formatted USB drive or some sort, if that’s the route you want to take. Otherwise you can just pop in the disc and play as is.

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Square Enix, Inc., the publisher of SQUARE ENIX interactive entertainment products in the Americas, today announced at D23 Expo Japan that it has officially begun development for KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.5 ReMIX. A follow up to the recently released KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX, the title is slated for release next year in the Americas.

Adding further depth and detail to the KINGDOM HEARTS series, KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.5 ReMIX is a fully remastered HD compilation of the PlayStation 2 computer entertainment system title KINGDOM HEARTS II FINAL MIX and the PSP (PlayStation Portable) system title KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep FINAL MIX. Both, previously exclusive to the Japanese market, will be available for the first time in the Americas for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system. Theatrical cut-scenes from the Nintendo DS title KINGDOM HEARTS Re:coded will also be included in the compilation.

Picking up after KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX, players will be able to continue on their adventures with Sora, Donald Duck and Goofy, and also explore the origins of the KINGDOM HEARTS series with characters Terra, Aqua and Ventus – all with gorgeous high-definition visuals and enhanced gameplay mechanics. KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.5 ReMIX will provide fans with the chance to replay the games of the celebrated franchise, and also lead into the highly anticipated KINGDOM HEARTS III, which is set to be released on the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft. Official home page: www.kingdomhearts.com

The new announcement trailer can be viewed below:

2K has just released a new WWE 2K14 gameplay TV spot, presenting “all of WWE and 30 years of WrestleMania” in one epic game. WWE 2K14 will give players control of rope-shaking signature moves and OMG moments from an impressive roster of past and present-day WWE Superstars, including The Rock, John Cena, Ultimate Warrior, Undertaker, Hulk Hogan, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Goldberg, Daniel Bryan, The Shield, CM Punk and many more.

Become Immortal – 2K’s lineup of premier sports simulation titles expands with the Company’s upcoming release in the renowned WWE video game franchise, WWE 2K14. Developed by Yukes for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, WWE 2K14 is positioned to be the most electrifying, authentic and comprehensive WWE video game experience to date. WWE 2K14 is rated “T” for Teen by the ESRB. Fans who pre-order WWE 2K14 will receive Ultimate Warrior at no extra cost on launch day on October 29, 2013 in North America and November 1, 2013 internationally.

2K today released the first official NBA 2K14 next gen screenshot, which highlights cover athlete LeBron James. Launching later this year on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, NBA 2K14 has been completely built from the ground up to take advantage of the power of the next gen consoles.

Stay tuned for more as the first NBA 2K14 next gen gameplay trailer is coming next week.

Developed by Visual Concepts, a 2K studio, NBA 2K14 is currently available on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 systems and Windows PC. Rated E for Everyone by the ESRB, NBA 2K14 will also be coming to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One later this year. For more information on NBA 2K14, visit https://www.facebook.com/NBA2K and follow @2KSports on Twitter.

The Nintendo 3DS family is about to get a fun new addition. Launching on October 12 at a suggested retail price of $129.99, the Nintendo 2DS system is designed specifically as an accessible entry point into the exciting world of Nintendo hand-held video games. The Nintendo 2DS system maintains many of the same hardware features as Nintendo 3DS, like touch-screen controls, StreetPass, online multiplayer functionality and the ability to download games.

The Nintendo 2DS system is comfortable and fits easily in the hands of people of all ages. Without any hinges, the durable Nintendo 2DS is an especially perfect first-time system for kids. Available in red and blue, Nintendo 2DS plays all Nintendo 3DS games in 2D, including recent hits like Animal Crossing: New Leaf and Mario & Luigi: Dream Team, as well as upcoming games The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds and Mario Party: Island Tour (both launching November 22). In addition, Nintendo 2DS is backward compatible and can play the huge existing library of Nintendo DS games. Two sturdy and soft carrying cases in either red or blue will also be available at launch for a suggested retail price of $12.99 each.

Nintendo 2DS launches on the same day as Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, the next installments in the world-famous Pokémon series, ensuring that October 12 will be one of the most talked-about video game days of the year.

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Konami Digital Entertainment, Inc. today announced Castlevania: Lords of Shadow Collection will be available in the North and South America on November 5, 2013 for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.

Set to end with the release of the final chapter of the heroic Dracula trilogy in February 2014, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow Collection immerses gamers in Lords of Shadow lore and boasts over 40 hours of award-winning gameplay.

Castlevania: Lords of Shadow Collection comprises:
· Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Users guide Gabriel Belmont, a holy knight charged with protecting innocents from the malevolent Lords of Shadow, as his murdered wife’s spirit guides him to his ultimate destiny. Included with the first chapter are the ‘Reverie’ and ‘Resurrection’ DLC chapters.

· Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate HD – The second chapter of the series continues the story 26 years after the events of the original Lords of Shadow, as Gabriel’s descendants confront their destiny.

· Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 Demo – Whetting appetites for February’s epic conclusion, players also have their first chance to play as Dracula in the epic Lords of Shadow finale, via this exclusive demo.

The compilation features the original Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, and available via voucher code will be Castlevania: Lords of Shadow – Mirror of Fate HD and the Castlevania: Lords of Shadow 2 demo, as well as both the Reverie and Resurrection DLC packs.

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Castlevania: Lords of Shadow Collection will be available on November 5, 2013 for $39.99 for PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360.

Take Just Dance, a pop-culture phenomenon played by fans all over the world, combine youthful, hair authority Garnier Fructis and you have a next-level integration and modern day marriage of dance and style. Today, Ubisoft Canada and Garnier Fructis embark on a novel collaboration with Just Dance 2014, the latest edition of the world’s No. 1 dance game franchise due out today, October 8th. This interactive and first partnership of its kind, will creatively reach across multiple platforms featuring in game integration, retail presence and digital initiatives.

Consumers in Canada picking up Just Dance 2014 for Wii, WiiU and XBOX 360 will get the opportunity to experience the Garnier Fructis stamp of “style” through an unlockable Just Dance track. Players can now play an additional song featuring the hottest choreography, hitting the right dance moves which will allow them to further customize their game profile while ‘’grooving’’ to Billboards’ latest sensation pop duo, Capital Cities’ “Safe and Sound”.

Just Dance 2014 Canada Garnier Fructis “Safe and Sound” Screenshots

The collaboration is a first for both brands and one that shows complete congruity to their shared values of music, style and enjoyment. Both Ubisoft and Garnier Fructis aim to reach and excite the Teen demographic, a creative generation stimulated by self-expression. Music, dance and style are foundational to their lives, helping them share, discover, and express themselves.

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Today, Ubisoft announced Just Dance 2014, the fifth game in the best-selling Just Dance franchise, is now available in North, Central and South America on the Wii and Wii U systems from Nintendo, Microsoft Kinect for Xbox 360 and Sony PlayStation Move for PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system. The game will be available on upcoming next-gen platforms at each respective console’s launch. Just Dance 2014 is rated “E-10+” by the ESRB and will be available at both retail locations and online at the manufacturer’s suggested retail price of $39.99 on current gen and $49.99 on next-gen consoles.

“We’ve seen Just Dance become a piece of popular culture over the past four years,” said Lucile Bousquet, Senior Director of Marketing & Communications, Ubisoft Entertainment – Canada. “We pride ourselves in having the absolute hottest track list and this year is no exception. In addition to expanding onto next-gen platforms and bringing more features like online multi-player and an improved Just Sweat Mode, we’re delivering a steady stream of additional hit songs for players to download after launch for many months to come.”

Just Dance 2014 Launch Screenshots:

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Today EA SPORTS unveiled CoachGlass, a powerful new defensive tool for tablets and smartphones that will change the way fans play Madden NFL 25. CoachGlass allows players to see their opponent’s offensive tendencies, personnel groupings and major weapons, and suggests defensive plays designed to counter the offense’s biggest strengths. CoachGlass uses the power of the crowd to pull data from tens of thousands of online matchups, with regular updates providing a fresh stream of content and recommendations to users. CoachGlass will be available for Madden NFL 25 on Xbox One at launch.

Madden NFL 25 CoachGlass in action:

Madden NFL 25 CoachGlass Screenshots:

CoachGlass is useful for all skill levels, as it can be used to select plays based on offensive personnel groups, or to track tendencies at various downs and distances in order help players predict the opposition’s tendencies, and call plays to defend the part of the field their opponent is likely to attack. CoachGlass also allows users to browse through previous plays called during a given game, with filters to sort by down, distance and more. Best of all, CoachGlass can be used at any point in a game, as well as both online and offline in Play Now, Connected Franchise, Madden Ultimate Team and other modes.

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