Are You Playing Black Ops 2 on Launch Day?

The crazy popular series, Call of Duty, continues on November 13th with Black Ops 2. With a new branching campaign, retooled multiplayer, and at least three to four robots, Black Ops 2 should make quite a splash.

We want to know what your launch day plans are. Will you rock a midnight launch party? Play a few hours after school or work? Call in sick? Knowing this stuff helps us understand you and further our steps for global domination  better serving you as a reader. Take our extremely short, hyper easy, totally cool survey and let us know. It takes less than 15 seconds -- no joke.

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IGN and Fathom Present: Star Trek: TNG Beams Back Into Theaters for Season 2's Blu-ray Release

On Thursday, November 29, at 7pm local time, Trekkers across the U.S. will have another chance to see Captain Jean-Luc Picard and his crew on the big screen with Star Trek: The Next Generation - A Celebration of Season 2, a one-night theatrical event showcasing the beloved series' ongoing restoration.

What's Star Trek: The Next Generation Like on the Big Screen? (Hint: Awesome.)

Presented by NCM Fathom Events, CBS Home Entertainment and IGN, this special event with feature two of the most popular episodes from TNG's second season: "Q Who?" and "Measure of a Man." As an added bonus, this version of "Measure of a Man" will be the first-ever extended cut of a Star Trek episode, and will boast an additional 12 minutes of never-before-seen footage. The event follows the great Fathom screening series that was held last summer to celebrate the release of TNG's first season on Blu-ray.

Not only that, but attendees will also be treated to a sneak preview of behind-the-scenes special features including a very special cast reunion, a documentary and an outtakes/bloopers reel.

Tickets are now available at FathomEvents.com, which also has a complete list of participating theaters. Additionally, the Star Trek: The Next Generation - Season Two Blu-ray hits shelves on December 4.

(And make sure you also listen to IGN's Scott Collura on the Transporter Room 3 podcast!)

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Peanuts Movie to Open Against Marvel's Ant-Man

Good grief, Charlie Brown! Your studio has decided to open your new movie against a Marvel film.

20th Century Fox has rescheduled its untitled new Peanuts movie from a November 25, 2015 release to November 6, 2015 debut ... which puts it head-to-head at the box office with director Edgar Wright's Ant-Man.

Peanuts takes over the slot originally slated for a different Fox release, B.O.O.: Bureau of Otherworldly Operations, which has been shifted to September 25, 2015 instead.

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Gears of War Series Surpasses 19 Million Sales

Epic Games has revealed the lifetime sales for the Gears of War series -- the 19 million copies sold span three releases since November 2006. In its first week alone, Gears of War 3 sold 3 million, while Gears of War 2 garnered 2 million sales in its first weekend. Not bad.

This is the second Xbox-exclusive series to share its significant success in the past weeks. Microsoft recently detailed the record sales for its Halo franchise, which cracked the 46 million mark leading up to Halo 4's release.

Coincidentally, today marks the sixth anniversary for Gears of War.The first Gears of War prequel entry, called Gears of War: Judgment, will release for Xbox 360 on March 19, 2013.

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PlayStation Plus Members Get Resident Evil 5 For Free

If you’re a PlayStation Plus subscriber in North America, you’ll be pleased to learn that the service will get a refresh with November 5th’s PlayStation Store update.

For starters, Resident Evil 5: Gold Edition, which comes packing extra content, will be completely free for PlayStation Plus subscribers.

Additionally, the digital version of Portal 2 will be 30% off (from $19.99 to $13.99), and its newly-announced Portal 2 In Motion DLC will also be discounted 30% (from $9.99 to $6.99). Finally, the new PS3/Vita cross-play game When Vikings Attack will also be 30% off, bringing its price from $9.99 down to $6.99. And Absolute Supercars will be discounted at 20%, bringing its price from $9.99 to $7.99.

European gamers will get Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One, Cubixx HD and Crysis 2 for free beginning on November 7th. As a result, Just Cause 2 and Borderlands will be removed from the Instant Game Collection at that point, so download them now if you haven’t already.

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Battlefield 3: Aftermath Release Date Announced

EA has announced release dates for Battlefield 3’s Aftermath downloadable content. Battlefield 3 Premium members on PlayStation 3 can get Aftermath on November 27th, while Premium Xbox 360 and PC players can get it on December 4th. Non-premium players on PlayStation 3 can get Aftermath on December 11th, and non-Premium Xbox 360 and PC players will round out the schedule on December 18th.

As with all Battlefield 3 content, Aftermath will cost $14.99 (1200 Microsoft Points) and will be free to Battlefield Premium members. Aftermath is the fourth of five packs for Battlefield 3, coming ahead of End Game, which will be released in March 2013.

Separately, EA announced today that in celebration of the 10 year anniversary of Battlefield and the milestone of Premium passing 2 million members, it will offer Battlefield 1942 as a free download. Players can get 1942 on Origin’s official site, which notes that it will require an Origin account and will expire on March 1, 2013.

EA also revealed some interesting stats for Battlefield 3, noting that since its launch in 2011, players have passed 95 billion total heals and four billion total revives, destroyed three billion vehicles and fired two trillion bullets. "[Premium] has been an ambitious way to give our fans fresh, high-quality content at a great value," said DICE vice president and general manager Karl Magnus Troedsson. " This achievement is helping us define the new standard by which all other shooters deliver content and exclusive bonuses to their player communities."

For more on Aftermath, check out the details DICE revealed in July. For any other Battlefield 3 needs, look no further than our Battlefield 3 wiki guide.

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AU: Go Hands-On with Wii U Next Week

Nintendo Australia has announced it will be touring the Wii U around Australia from November 5.

Nintendo fans across several states will be able to go hands-on with Wii U at one of Nintendo’s temporary pop-up locations.

All locations will have Nintendo Land, New Super Mario Bros. U and Scribblenauts Unlimited available to play. The Melbourne and Sydney Wii U Experience Stores will have more titles, including SiNG Party, Rayman Legends, Batman: Arkham City Armoured Edition and Just Dance 4.

A range of the latest Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS software, including Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask, Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2, Pokédex 3D Pro and Paper Mario: Sticker Star, will also be available to play at all locations.

Gamers keen to try the Wii U prior to its launch on November 30 can check out the dates and locations here, or refer to the image below.

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AU: Go Hands-On with Wii U Next Week

Nintendo Australia has announced it will be touring the Wii U around Australia from November 5.

Nintendo fans across several states will be able to go hands-on with Wii U at one of Nintendo’s temporary pop-up locations.

All locations will have Nintendo Land, New Super Mario Bros. U and Scribblenauts Unlimited available to play. The Melbourne and Sydney Wii U Experience Stores will have more titles, including SiNG Party, Rayman Legends, Batman: Arkham City Armoured Edition and Just Dance 4.

A range of the latest Nintendo DS and Nintendo 3DS software, including Professor Layton and the Miracle Mask, Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2, Pokédex 3D Pro and Paper Mario: Sticker Star, will also be available to play at all locations.

Gamers keen to try the Wii U prior to its launch on November 30 can check out the dates and locations here, or refer to the image below.

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PS3 Exclusive Portal 2 DLC Tuesday

Back at E3, Portal 2 In Motion debuted, and now, it has a release date. Tuesday, November 6th, you'll be able to plunk down $9.99 and pick up a PlayStation Move exclusive "DLC campaign." If that's too rich for your blood, the original Portal 2 single-player and co-op campaigns will be patched for PlayStation Move controls Tuesday, as well.

Created by developer Sixense, the DLC -- according to the PlayStation Blog -- "introduces gameplay mechanics, including scaling and rotation of objects as well as portal surfing. These new abilities are all required as the player progresses through an increasingly challenging set of test chambers that look familiar from Portal 2, but require new thinking to solve."

If you're a PlayStation Plus member, you can get Portal 2 In Motion at a 30 percent discount. Tuesday also marks the digital release of Portal 2 on the PlayStation Network and the aforementioned PlayStation Move patch. While the original game will now support Sony's motion controller, the blog calls out the fact that only Portal 2 In Motion has puzzles built for the PlayStation Move.

So, you buying the DLC Tuesday?

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Deadpool Battles Some Dead Presidents

Today Marvel held the fourth in a week-long series of Next Big Thing press calls covering the various Marvel NOW! releases lined up for November. Today's call focused on the new volume of Deadpool from writers Brian Posehn and Gerry Duggan and artist Tony Moore. Duggan and Moore were present on the call, along with editor Jordan White.

With the first issue still a couple weeks away, the creators weren't able to reveal too much more than was discussed in our exclusive interview this past August. We'd recommend checking out that article for the full scoop on the new series. However, there were some interesting new tidbits revealed during the call.

Duggan explained how the initial story arc, wherein Deadpool does battle with a horde of reanimated, super-powered US Presidents, was designed to take advantage of the current election season. "We knew it was going to debut near Halloween during an election cycle. We wanted to open big with our Ghostbusters or Big Trouble in Little China -- some really big action thing that would also allow us to be funny. And Marvel agreed and said, 'That's how we should open it up'... We figured people are going to be sick of the election. Here's a way to have fun with the Presidents that wasn't political."

Duggan discussed how the zombie Presidents will be portrayed. "They've all sort of returned with their various strengths and weaknesses. Gerry Ford is a little bit of a stumblebum. JFK still has a weakness for the ladies." He also revealed that master huntsman Teddy Roosevelt will be a major threat to Deadpool in issue #2 and hinted that "Reagan finally gets to enjoy a little Star Wars later in the run." The zombie Presidents will be joined by at least one other historical figure, as the ghost of Benjamin Franklin is poised to play a major role in the arc.

The preview for issue #1 included below showcases a team-up between Deadpool and Thor. This is characteristic of the interaction Deadpool will have with various Marvel heroes in the series. Duggan said, "People will help him because the situation demands it, but they don't want to be seen doing it." Following Thor's guest role in issue #1, Doctor Strange will appear in issue #3.

Scroll below for preview art and cover images of the first two issues of the series, both of which are scheduled to ship in November. And we'll have plenty more Deadpool coverage next month.

Deadpool #1 interior art

Deadpool #1 interior art

Deadpool #1 interior art

Deadpool #1 interior art

Deadpool #2 cover

Deadpool #2 cover (Gurihiru variant)

Deadpool #2 interior art

Deadpool #2 interior art

Deadpool #2 interior art

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Family Guy: Back to the Multiverse Release Date

Activision has announced that Family Guy: Back to the Multiverse will be released on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 on November 23, 2012.

It also revealed details of the game's 'Multiplayer Challenges', which will let you invite up to four friends to assume the roles of popular characters from the show – including Peter, Brian, Quagmire and, of course, Stewie – and head into an "epic battle" or a "wild team battle". No more details were forthcoming but the multiplayer component is said to be in keeping with the Family Guy 'spirit', with "unexpected gags and cameos at every turn".

Here are some new screenshots of the challenges:

There hasn't been much information released on the game so far, but you can find out a bit more about here.

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Family Guy: Back to the Multiverse Release Date

Activision has announced that Family Guy: Back to the Multiverse will be released on Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 on November 23, 2012.

It also revealed details of the game's 'Multiplayer Challenges', which will let you invite up to four friends to assume the roles of popular characters from the show – including Peter, Brian, Quagmire and, of course, Stewie – and head into an "epic battle" or a "wild team battle". No more details were forthcoming but the multiplayer component is said to be in keeping with the Family Guy 'spirit', with "unexpected gags and cameos at every turn".

Here are some new screenshots of the challenges:

There hasn't been much information released on the game so far, but you can find out a bit more about here.

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PlanetSide 2 Release Date Announced

Sony has announced that PlanetSide2 will launch worldwide on November 20.

The sci-fi FPS MMO doesn't require any subscription fee and will support hundreds of players in continuous large scale conflict.

Additionally, when the game goes live it will do so with three available continents; so far, only Indar and Esamir have been available in the closed beta. The new continent, called Amerish, will be a dark and swampy locale, with more continents planned for release after launch.

You can get a first glimpse at Amerish in the video below.

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Edgar Wright's Ant-Man Gets a Release Date

Marvel and Disney have set a release date for director Edgar Wright's long-gestating Ant-Man movie: November 6, 2015. Fans had hoped Ant-Man could make a 2014 debut, but no such luck.

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3DS XL Circle Pad Pro Hits Japan in November

Nintendo has revealed that the XL Circle Pad Pro will come to Japan on November 15th. The supersized peripheral will be available for 1,500 yen (roughly equivalent to $19) and, like its smaller cousin before it, will add a second analog stick for use in 3DS games.

The accessory was originally confirmed in June and we got our first look during the Tokyo Game Show last month. It follows the original Circle Pad Pro, which launched alongside Resident Evil Revelations in the United States.

The Circle Pad Pro is currently compatible with Resident Evil Revelations and Metal Gear Solid 3D Snake Eater, among others. For now, the XL version has only been announced for Japan, but we’ve reached out to Nintendo about whether it will be headed West and will update this story with any comment we receive.

Until then, watch our impressions of the Circle Pad Pro XL in the video above, and read Nintendo global president Satoru Iwata’s thoughts on why the 3DS XL doesn’t have a second circle pad built in.

Source: Siliconera

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Level Up With These New Wreck-It Ralph Images

Check out these all new images from Wreck-It Ralph, Disney's animated tribute to video games that hits theaters November 2!

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Football Manager 2013 Release Date Announced

SEGA has revealed the latest instalment in the Football Manager franchise will release on November 2 worldwide.

If you can't wait until then though, the company is offering keen players who pre-order the chance to get into the game earlier.

Anyone who pre-orders a physical or digital copy of the game will receive a code that will grant access to a single-player beta version of the game about two weeks before the full game becomes available. This beta will remain playable until November 5, and all saved games and progress made during the pre-release period will be fully compatible with the final release.

Speaking about the decision to offer earlier access, Sports Interactive’s studio director Miles Jacobson said, "Our fans are very good at letting us know what they want and the one thing that’s consistently at the top of their wish list is an earlier release date. While we can’t, strictly speaking, offer them exactly what they want, this Beta version is the next best thing… a fully playable Football Manager they can get their hands on around two weeks before the finished game hits the streets."

Football Manager 2013 will be available on PC and Mac from November 2, and includes new features such as a Classic mode and short-term challenges.

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Darksiders II Wii U Functionality Detailed

THQ has revealed details on the Wii U version of Darksiders II. Set to arrive on November 18th, Darksiders II on Wii U will offer multiple pieces of bonus content not featured on the Xbox 360, PlayStation 3 or PC versions, including the recently-released Argul’s Tomb content with new dungeons and armor and the Death Rides Pack with three new side quests. Also included will be the Angel of Death and Shadow of Death packs with new legendary armor and weapon choices, plus the upgraded horse speed boost from the Deadly Despair Pack. Players will also have access to additional unique legendary weapon and armor sets from the moment they start the game.

Wii U will also allow players to instantly access inventory and ability menus via the GamePad’s screen, and players will have the choice of using the GamePad or the Wii U Pro controller to play. Darksiders II will also offer the option of using your TV to play, or the choice to entirely use the GamePad’s screen.

Vigil games said back in March that Darksiders II would allow players to access menus without pausing the game and called the Wii U version “an enhancement of the core game."

Darksiders II launched for other systems on August 14th. For more on what to expect, read our hands-on impressions with the Wii U version. Still haven’t decided if you should pick it up on launch day? Read our Darksiders II review and find all the info you need -- including a full walkthrough -- in our Darksiders II wiki guide.

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Vote for your favorite players to the World All Star Team in the GSL World Championship

As many of you know, IPL5 takes place November 29 to December 2. In addition to the main tournament at IPL5, there will be the Semifinals and Final of GSL Code S as well as the return of the GSL World Championship!

Stephano and NaNiWa have both been invited to the team, but we still have 5 spots to fill for the World All Stars!

Vote for your favorite European and American players in the polls below. They will be played into a 16 person bracket (1 for EU, 1 for NA) to compete for the last 5 spots!

America

Europe

Stay tuned to follow the GSL World Championship all the way to IPL5!

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Transformers Prime: Season Two Rolling Out on BD, DVD

Autobots, roll out! Even through the season hasn't finished just yet, Transformers Prime: Season Two is heading to DVD and Blu-ray November 20, 2012 (for the DVD), and November 27, 2012 (for the Blu-ray), from Shout! Factory, in collaboration with Hasbro Studios.

The four-disc set will collect all 26 episodes from season two. Here's a brief synopsis of the second season, direct from Hasbro, "With Unicron defeated by Optimus Prime, what was thought to be the end of Autobots’ darkest hour is actually proving to be just the beginning. The dynamic second season of Hasbro Studios’ acclaimed animated hit series Transformers Prime digs deeper into Transformers mythology as both the Autobots and Decepticons uncover clues relating to secret artifacts of Iacon, Cybertron capital city. Their discoveries could not only change the balance of power in the war, but also potentially revive their dead home planet.

Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, Josh Keaton, Jeffrey Combs, Kevin Michael Richardson, Ernie Hudson, Markie Post and Steve Blum lend their voices to this returning series produced by Hasbro Studios. Spearheading the creative efforts on Transformers Prime are co-executive producer Duane Capizzi and executive producers Jeff Kline, Alex Kurtzman and Roberto Orci. The Transformers Prime series is currently airing on The HUB TV Network in the U.S. and on Teletoons in Canada."

Transformers Prime: Season Two will come to Blu-ray encoded in 1080p (1.78:1 aspect ratio), with English 5.1 and 2.0 audio. The DVD will feature an anamorphic widescreen presentation, also with English 5.1 surround and 2.0 stereo.

Extras will include the following:

• Optimus Prime: Up Close And Personal Panel From San Diego Comic-Con International 2012 - The incomparable Larry King, one of the most recognized broadcast interviewers in the world, goes one-on-one with voice actor Peter Cullen (Optimus Prime). "The King of Interviews" salutes the beloved Cullen and takes fans on a journey through the actor's early days on the original 1984 animated TV series “Transformers Generation One,” the three box office smash Transformers movies, and his current work on The Hub TV network's Daytime Emmy® Award-winning animated series Transformers Prime from Hasbro Studios.
• Brand-new interviews with the creative team

The 4-disc Blu-ray collection is priced to own at $59.99 SRP (available for pre-order on Amazon for $41.93). The 4-DVD set is sold separately and has a suggested retail price of $29.93 SRP (available to pre-order for $20.95).

Stay tuned for move coverage of Transformers Prime. Be sure to check out our Blu-ray review of Transformers Prime: Season One, and check out IGN TV's Transformers Prime hub for news, reviews, features and more!

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