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Download Mega Man, Pac-Man for PS3 SFxT on March 13

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Yes, Capcom announced via Capcom-Unity that Mega-Man and Pac-Man are DLC available the week after release. The bright side...... IT'S FREE DLC THIS TIME! read more after the break!

New Devil May Cry Screenshots and Info

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DMC Devil May Cry releases later this year, but Capcom was kind enough to release a one sheet and some screenshots that you can view after the break!

Archos releasing a tablet for child's play

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Archos is releasing a cute little tablet designed just for the tykes. This cute little 7" tab is rocking a 1GHz processor, 1GB of RAM and Ice Cream Sandwich. Now you can let the jealousy really settle in because the price? A mere $129. The downside? You'll have to settle for a kid friendly version of Appslib because the Android Market is nowhere to be found. Full PR after the jump

Pokemon gets first 2D theatrical short in 9 years!

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Greetings Geeks! I bet you thought Pokemon was dead! While that might be mostly true state-side, nothing could be further from the truth in the far east. In fact, Pokemon is getting it's first theatrically released 2D short in 9 years! Great news for fans of the little ball dwelling monsters! More after the jump.

Facebook Pages getting a face lift

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Well, you knew it was inevitable. Facebook is changing the look of it's pages to reflect the Timeline style that is currently being rolled out to users. This change isn't just cosmetic. The social network is also making changes to it's advertising scheme. No longer restricted to the right pane, FB is allowing ads to pop up..well...anywhere! Even in their mobile app! But wait, there's more! The cerulean company is also rolling out an offers feature that will allow pages to host special deals for fans. <sarcasm>All this change is sure to be a huge hit with Facebook users</sarcasm> Check the full PR after the jump.

Onlive for Android

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You all remember Onlive? The streaming game service. Well, it's got a streaming desktop service that has been making waves. And now its available for selected Android tablets. Check the link. Onlive Desktop comes to Android tablets, brings Microsoft Office along for the ride

Updated: Cave Brings DODONPACHI MAXIMUM to Windows Phone 7 for $4.99!

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Cave, the SHMUP Masters, just released a new trailer for DODONPACHI MAXIMUM for Windows Phone 7! Enjoy Bullet Hell gameplay on the go! And it's cheaper than the IOS game to boot!!! View the trailer after the jump! Update: DODONPACHI releases next week on Windows Phone Marketplace!

The Avengers Trailer is out!

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Greetings Geeks! The new trailer for The Avengers is out and WOW....just...WOW! Hit the source link to watch it on Apple Trailers. Or watch it here after the jump. Source: Apple Trailers

Hyperdimension Neptunia Mk2 Released in the US!

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NIS America was kind to send us a press release announcing the release of Hyperdimension Neptunia Mk2 today in the US for the PS3. Read the Press Release after the Jump!

Zone of the Enders Returns HD! Konami Press Release

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Konami just released a press release giving more information about one of my favorite mech games from the PS2 era! Coming this fall to both the PS3 and XBOX 360! I can't wait! Read the Press Release after the Jump

Windows 8 Consumer Preview Now Available!

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Microsoft what just release the Consumer Preview of Windows 8 in both 32 and 64-bit versions! Read more and Download it after the Jump!

Raspberry Pi Kind of Available?

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The big Raspberry Pi news is in. Availablitiy REAL soon as well as worldwide distributers! Also, the $25 model is getting a ram boost to 256MB! For us US citizens, hit these links: http://downloads.element14.com/raspberryPi2.html?isRedirect=true&COM=raspberrypigroup_Americas http://www.alliedelec.com/images/products/mkt/lp/1203/raspberry_pi.aspx Visit http://www.raspberrypi.org/ and support the Raspberry Pi Foundation!

Facebook on the Vita Works and UMvC3 DLC Issues?

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As of today, the Vita Facebook app seems to be working again! Also, the missing DLC from Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom 3 is available, which includes Jill Valentine, Shuma Gorath, and the 1st costume pack. . While owners of UMvC3 on the PS3 who have purchased the DLC can use the same DLC on the Vita, people who bought the CE version of the 1st release of the game cannot with the exception of the costume pack. We are waiting for Capcom to get back to our emails on this.

Would you like some Rasberry Pi tonight?

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Greetings Geeks! You all know Raspberry Pi. That sexy little computer that's going for $35? Well...It's coming. At least, that's the rumor. Eben Upton posted yesterday on RaspberryPi.org that he had a surprise for everyone on Wednesday at 6:00am GMT. Be sure to check it out because if it IS the release of the Raspberry Pi, you will be kicking yourself if you miss it. Source: RaspberryPi.org

Avenger Movie Poster Released

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Greetings Geek! Marvel posted the newly released movie poster for The Avengers today. Check it out!

Micro-Review: WipEout 2048

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Today's Micro-Review is for another Vita launch title, WipEout 2048 from Sony's Studio Liverpool, also formally known as Psygnosis. The WipEout series has been there for the launch of the Playstation One, PSP and now the Vita, and it's back with a BANG! Full Review After the Jump.

Tired of People Cheating in Monopoly? Beat Them Up!

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I know I'm buying this! From Capcom-Unity: USAopoly recently announced a special Street Fighter edition of its venerable Monopoly board game. While custom art and clever SF shout-outs are indeed a welcome addition, the best part about this crossover is the fact YOU get to choose the tokens that'll ship with the finished version! Vote in this poll from now until Monday March 5 and whittle this list of 12 down to six - winners will be made it actual mini-sculptures used in the game! If only we could put Zangief riding inside the shoe...   Read more and vote for M.Bison at Capcom-Unity!

Dark Horse's Free Comic Book Day Update: Alabaster

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DARK HORSE’S FREE COMIC BOOK DAY OFFERINGS TO INCLUDE A SPECIAL FOUR-PAGE STORY FROM CAITLÍN R. KIERNAN AND STEVE LIEBER’S ALABASTER As if Free Comic Book Day couldn't get any better. Dark Horse is already giving away Star Wars, Serenity, Buffy, and The Guild comics. But they couldn't stop there. They are also including "Alabaster: Shelter." A special short story told across all their Free Comic Book Day offerings. The art for this looks amazing! Check out the PR and art sample after the jump.

Game of Thrones Season 2 Trailers

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Greetings Geeks! I realize that I haven't been giving Game of Thrones the proper geek love that it deserves. So here are 3 trailers for the Game of Thrones Season 2. Check them out after the jump.

Grottocast 022612

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Greetings Geeks! Here is the first in what I hope are weekly videos that we call Grottocast. A weekly show where we sum up our thoughts on the past weeks news stories. Please leave a comment, like us, plus us and show us some love. Grottocast after the jump!

Micro-Review: BlazBlue: Continuum Shift EXTEND

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Hello again! Today we have BlazBlue: Continuum Shift EXTEND for the Playstation Vita. The BlazBlue series from Arc System Works, the minds behind Guilty Gear, is a fantastic looking and great playing game. Just like its previous incarnation, this game looks as good as it plays, and then some. Published by Aksys Games in the US, this makes 1 of 2 fighters available for the Vita's US launch. More after the Jump!