E3 2014: What to Expect from Ubisoft

Ubisoft is entering E3 with supreme confidence: and rightly so. New IP Watch Dogs has been a huge success, and with new versions of Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry planned for this fall they’re sure to have a very merry Christmas. But this year’s E3 is an opportunity for them to show that they can break the mold: that they can do more than remake the same open world game with slightly different window dressing. Will we see true innovation from them this year, or will we see the first glimpse of their franchises going stale? Here’s what we’re expecting. Read More

E3 2014: What to Expect from EA

The EA conferences at previous E3s have been remembered for Battlefield, sports, and… well, not too much else. Despite this, last year’s conference was one of 2013’s most memorable, giving us looks at new additions to the Mirror’s Edge, Need for Speed and Star Wars: Battlefront franchises, as well as the heavyweight reveal of Peggle 2. Twelve months on, and it’s time to see if lightning will strike twice for the two-time Worst Company in America. Here’s what we’re expecting from EA at E3 2014. Read More

E3 2014: What to Expect from Nintendo

Nintendo are, by all accounts, in a dire situation. The Wii U is doing dismally, and the 3DS’ sales aren’t good enough to sustain the company. Although they’ll be somewhat encouraged by strong Mario Kart 8 sales, Nintendo’s executives will be going into E3 with an air of trepidation: this could well be their last chance to save the company. As with last year, they’ll be eschewing the traditional keynote speech, instead opting for a more low-key (and cheaper) Nintendo Direct briefing, but that won’t stop the torrent of announcements. Here’s what you can expect from the struggling gaming giant at E3 2014. Read More

E3 2014: What to Expect from Sony

Last year, Sony bounced back in a big way with both core and casual consumers thanks to its explosive E3 press conference reveals. And while we doubt anything at this year’s event will top those particular highlights, it certainly seems like they’ll have enough to light up the eyes of even the most jaded convention-goer. Here are some of the heavy-hitters we expect Sony to roll out at this year’s E3.

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E3 2014: What to Expect from Microsoft

Here’s what to expect from the currently struggling gaming giant at E3 2014. Will they be able to reclaim their crown from Sony and salvage the Xbox One? Read More

E3 2014 Hub: All the News, Live Blogs and Opinion Pieces

It’s that time of year again: get all your E3 predictions, news, live blogs and opinion pieces right here at the Talkingship E3 Hub. Read More

Apple WWDC 2014 Live Blog: iOS 8, Mac OS X and the iWatch?

Apple are having their big WWDC 2014 press conference later today, where they’ll unveil their big plans for the year. You’ve read our predictions for what Apple will announce at the show, but now it’s time for the actual event. Join us for our live blog, starting at 10AM Pacific/1PM Eastern/6PM London. Expect to see new versions of iOS, OS X, as well as some new hardware – possibly the iWatch. Whatever happens, we’ll have full coverage right here. Read More

What To Expect from Apple at WWDC 2014

It’s the biggest technology event of the year, when Tim Cook will take to the stage to announce the world’s largest company’s plans for the next few months. The rumour mill is in overdrive, but what can you actually expect from Apple at WWDC 2014?

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REVIEW: Birdland

Not even Andrew Scott’s electrifying performance can save this disappointing production. Read More

Harmonix’s Amplitude Kickstarter Coming Down to the Wire: Help Them Out!

Our good friends at Harmonix have spent the last couple of weeks trying to Kickstart the remake of Amplitude, the beloved PS2 rhythm game. The campaign ends in 48 hours and they’re 83% of the way there, but they still need an extra $130,000 if they’re to meet their $775,000 goal. Harmonix have a track record of delivering great games, so there’s little risk when backing the game – you can preorder a PS3/PS4 copy of Amplitude for $20 on their Kickstarter page, or get some cool goodies at higher levels. Most importantly, you’d be helping this niche little title get a new lease of life. Read More