The Future - November Issue

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NOVEMBER 2014 ISSUE

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CONTENTS 05 EDITOR'S COMMENT Faye Le Duc introduces the November edition of The Future

07 WE WANT ONE Take a look at The Call of Duty® Advanced Warfare Sentinel Task Force from Turtle Beach

08 NEW TO US

Exertis partner with holî to supply a new way of lighting

09 Q&A

Get to know Chloe Harlow, Exertis’ Inventory Planner

12 EXERTIS DIGITAL

Exertis Digital brings retailers a new way to sell digital codes

15 SELFY Selfy™ brings the world’s first case integrated with a wireless remote camera shutter

17 DEVOLO Experience the best home network connection with the devolo dLAN 1200+ ac Wireless

21 MCAFEE

Your guide to McAfee Total Protection 2015

25 XBOX ONE

Change the way games are played with Xbox One Special Edition accessories

28 FAR CRY 4

Far Cry 4 hits the shelves this month, and promises to deliver the most expansive and immersive Far Cry experience yet

30 HALO MASTER CHIEF COLLECTION

Four shooter classics in one package, this Xbox One-only collection will be a must-have for all shooter fans

32 FORZA HORIZON 2

Forza Horizon 2 represents “the ultimate celebration of speed, style, and action-packed driving”

34 PES 2015

PES 2015 brings unbeatable gameplay that never fails to satisfy

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editor’s comment

Editor’s Comment It’s an exciting time of year for the Exertis crowd. We’ve been operating under our new name Exertis for a month now and we’re already seeing huge benefits in becoming one company.

Operating across four key product pillars (IT, Mobile, Home and Supplies); Exertis provides specialist distribution to the B2B, Retail, Mobile and Supplies Channels, partnering with over 300 global brands.

Future Magazine, now in its 7th year, delivers the latest news from the Home division covering news from some top new consumer electronics and home entertainment brands including Leap Motion and Selfy, along with some top gaming accessories from Turtle Beach and Microsoft.

Faye Le Duc Trade Marketing Manager

Being the official partner for Xbox One, we stock the consoles, games, Live Gift Cards, Live Gold Memberships and all of the 1st party accessories from Microsoft, as well as 3rd party manufacturers Turtle Beach and Thrustmaster, all of which are featured in this month’s edition.

Exertis Digital is the new scheme implemented by Exertis to provide our bricks and mortar retail customers with a solution to sell digital codes and Xbox currency in their stores. You can read more about the initiative on page 12.

There are some top games and console bundles coming this Christmas from both Ubisoft and Microsoft. Ubisoft are stealing the software limelight with some huge titles and pre-order offers coming for peak including Far Cry 4, whilst Microsoft have some fantastic console bundles coming, along with Halo: Master Chief Collection and Forza Horizon 2.

With Christmas fast approaching, I’m delighted to announce that our Christmas promotion will be running from the 1st to the 12th December!

As well as exclusive deals, we’ll have exciting customer incentives throughout the 2 weeks so make sure you register for e-shots by emailing home.online@exertis.co.uk to receive the most up-to-date deals!

To find out more, please visit us at exertis.co.uk All the best

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Managing Editor Faye Le Duc

Publisher Exertis

Editor Gemma English

Exertis St. George House, Parkway Harlow Business Park, Harlow, Essex CM19 5QF

Design Sophie Hammond Amber-sky Glasscock Digital Support Peter Cox Gaming Editor Kristan Reed

Head of Marketing and Creative Services Katie Rawlings

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Xbox One Call of Duty Advanced Warfare Ear Force Sentinel Task Force ®

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The Call of Duty® Advanced Warfare Ear Force® Sentinel Task Force for Xbox One raises players battle readiness with Variable Mic Monitoring, Adjustable Bass Boost, volume and chat controls. Wireless to the Xbox One Console and built for long skirmishes with comfortable synthetic leather ear cushions and full-range 50mm speakers, every player will be equipped for the future of online warfare and hours of endless gaming.

The Turtle Beach-created Headset Audio Controller adds much sought after features like Mic Monitoring and Bass Boost so players can adjust the level of their own voice heard and dial up low end thump with the multi-step Bass Boost for bone-jarring explosions.

Connect the included Headset Audio Controller to the Xbox One Controller for game and chat audio or disconnect to use the Sentinel Task Force with mobile devices. The high-sensitivity, removable mic is also perfect for chat on Xbox Live and Skype™.

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holî Exertis partner with holî to supply a new way of lighting Exertis, one of the largest IT and Home Entertainment distributors in the UK, are delighted to announce a new partnership with holî. Holî provides the SmartLamp and SleepCompanion products to create a new and innovative way of lighting.

Unleash creativity with the holî SmartLamp; create personalised lighting effects and transform the décor of any room! The SmartLamp can match every moment and mood with a burst of colour whether it is a festive feel your customers are looking for, or to enhance a romantic atmosphere.

Make light dance with the holî SmartLamp, providing real light shows perfectly synchronised with the user’s music. The Music for your Eyes app enables users to harmonise light effects matching the music on an iPod, iPhone or iPad – there is something for every music taste.

With the ‘Gentle Wake Up’ lighting feature, the holî SmartLamp gradually lights up a room imitating sunrise, beginning from 20 minutes before the user rises from their sleep, gently preparing the body for waking up.

The SleepCompanion is another lighting solution from holî, clinically proven to help the user get the sleep they need. Analyse sleep patterns and synchronise with their body’s biological rhythm to generate the right amount of light at the right time. The light of the SleepCompanion also adjusts to the hour of the day to perfectly match sleep patterns, whilst it’s dimming and relaxation features prepare your body for a natural sleep.

Danielle Barker, Consumer Electronics Category Manager for Exertis, commented “holî offer a fun and vibrant product which will sit well with the UK retailers. The outstanding quality of the product coupled with inventive technology will suit a wide variety of consumers, we’re really excited to be working with them”

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Q&A

Q&A

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Chloe Harlow We speak to Chloe Harlow about her role as Inventory Planner...

As Inventory Planner at Exertis can you tell us what your role entails?

My main role working within the PC/IT & Software Category is to plan stock inventory by looking at forecasting and sales data. A lot of my time is spent looking through my inventory reports to maintain a healthy stock rotation and to ensure our system is up to date with all the current SKUs available for our customers. My role also entails maintaining a friendly but professional relationship with our Vendors.

What is the best thing about your job?

My team – Not only do we all get on so well with each other, we have a really great working relationship and a fantastic system. It’s good to work with such knowledgeable, experienced people.

So when you are not at work what do you like to do?

I like to go to the Gym, take my dog on long walks through the countryside, cook a Sunday roast and chill out in front of the TV. How would your colleagues describe you?

I think my colleagues would describe me as a thoughtful, loyal, yet fiery person.

Tell us something interesting about yourself that most people won’t know?

When I was 13 I started my first job as a Gymnastics Instructor for children aged 2-12 years old.

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hot reviews

Hot Reviews

INTERNET SECURITY 2014

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Winner of Computer Shopper ‘Best Buy’ award for home anti-virus package.

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Winner of Expert Reviews 'Best Buy’ award for home anti-virus package.

If you find typing difficult or painful and you want to use Windows and desktop applications, Dragon NaturallySpeaking 13 is exactly what you need.

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A remote shutter release for your smartphone's camera can help you get better photos; iLuv's new Selfy offers a clever solution to the problem of carrying one around everywhere by building one right into a case.

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Internet Security AV-Test published its most recent test results and McAfee Internet Security 2015 achieved its highest score ever with an overall score of 18 out of 18 points.

This great result was made possible because of pefect scores in protection (100%), performance (0 seconds impact) and usability (0 false positives) AV-TEST.ORG

APEX GAMING KEYBOARD Given the dozens of customisable commands, the many gamer-friendly features, and the quality design, the SteelSeries Apex is one of the best gaming keyboards we've reviewed.

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Top 5 Software ‘Hot Picks’

Top 5 Accessories ‘Hot Picks’

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Grand Theft Auto V Publisher Rockstar Format Xbox One, PS4 & PC

PRE-ORDER 18th November 2014

Far Cry 4 Publisher Ubisoft Format Xbox One, Xbox 360, PS3 & PC

Pokemon Alpha & Omega Publisher Nintendo Format Nintendo 3DS

Forza Horizon 2 Publisher Micosoft Studios Format Xbox One & Xbox 360

Borderlands: The Pre-Sequel!

Publisher Take Two Format Xbox 360, PS3 & PC

PRE-ORDER 18th November 2014

PRE-ORDER 28th November 2014

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Xbox One Stereo Headset Adapter Manufacturer Microsoft Format Xbox One

Xbox 360 Chat Pad Publisher Microsoft Format Xbox 360

Far Cry Figurine Publisher Ubisoft Format Figurine

Ear Force® XO ONE Publisher Turtle Beach Format Xbox One

Wired Fight Pad

PRE-ORDER 7th November 2014

Publisher PDP Format Wii U

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Melee Xbox 360 Headset

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Publisher Polk

Striker Headset Publisher Polk

4Shot Xbox One Headset Publisher Sound United

N1 Surroundbar Publisher Polk

Rogue Headset

Starting from £329.99

Publisher Boom

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Introducing Exertis Digital for Retailers

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The brand new way to sell digital codes!

Exertis Digital is a scheme created by Exertis to ensure that retailers are receiving the best possible solution to sell digital codes to consumer.

Exertis Digital gives retailers the ability to sell Xbox Live digital codes via your credit account, in conjunction with in-store marketing assets and an easy-to-use website to purchase your customer’s requested product.

The products available through Exertis Digital range from download currency to downloadable memberships and enables retailers to not only decrease stock holding risk on digital download products, but control physical stock holding too; thus enabling them to stock more physical products such as games, consoles and hardware, therefore increasing their capacity to consumer.

With digital becoming an increasing factor in retail, Exertis Digital gives retailers the opportunity to stay in reach of customer demand and provide a wider variety of digital products.

Microsoft’s Pawan Bhardwaj said, “Digital codes offer the unique opportunity for retailers to promote the thousands of great games and add-ons available within the marketplace without being exposed on stock.

Not only that, but the customer experience becomes more personalised than ever before. Local stores can help to select innovative and exciting titles that might be overlooked by some of the more publicised games.

Allowing retailers, especially physical ones, selling digital codes lets them be reactive to new content that becomes available in the market place. It also lets retailers get instant access to digital codes for customers any time of the day.

Retailers have a chance to grasp the digital opportunity to ensure they are offering customers what they want, which is a combination of disc and digital products”

What will you receive when you sign up to Exertis Digital?

When you sign up to Exertis Digital, you will receive a starter pack.

The pack includes the following:

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Xbox Live branded Free Standing Display Unit

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24 x Dummy boxes (with inlays promoting current eDigital initial SKUs)

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Label Printer

What are the benefits of joining Exertis Digital?

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Step-by-Step User Guide

Free, easy to use digital model Quick, in-store turnaround time when selling digital codes Marketing packs and account manager support All products sold on consignment model i.e. you only pay when your customers pays • No stock risk • As an evolving brand, Exertis Digital is here for good and will continue to evolve • Consistent updates and retailer feedback improvements planned

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Consumer takes desired product from FSDU to the till Retailer purchases products via Exertis Digital website On confirmation page, retailer prints code(s) using the label printer Retailer sticks code into the branded Premium Gatefold Envelope and hands to customer

150 x Xbox Live branded Gatefold Envelopes

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Capture the Moment Enjoy taking perfect selfies, group photos and videos with the wireless shutter buy online today with Exertis

Selfy™ is the world’s first case integrated with a wireless remote camera shutter. This unique case gives a greater degree of control and flexibility when it comes to capturing everyone’s favourite moments. Selfy™ not only protects devices, but also includes a removable wireless camera shutter that makes it easy to capture the best moments. Set a phone down and use the shutter to get new, creative angles on photos and videos now!

The remote shutter wirelessly pairs to a phone or tablet via Bluetooth® and slides out from the back of the case. Using the remote, take pictures and videos without being limited to holding a phone or tablet. Get the best angle on self-portraits or set up the perfect group photo. Selfy™ gives the freedom to make every moment picture-perfect.

Selfy™ is a new and exciting way to take pictures and videos with your mobile and tablet device. Selfy™ is more than just a case it is an entirely new accessory category that combines protection with technology. Made for iPhones, iPads and Galaxy S5, the dual-layer protective case keeps your device safe, while the wireless remote camera shutter makes it easier than ever to take a great selfie. The remote shutter is integrated into the back of the case, so selfy™ is always ready to use.

The selfy™ Case is available for a variety of different mobiles and tablets such as the Galaxy S5, iPad Mini or even the brand new iPhone 6!

The whole selfy™ case range is available to purchase today. Call your Exertis Account Manager for more information.

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Providing WiFi anywhere Experience the best home network connection with the devolo dLAN 1200+ ac Wireless. The 1200+ Wireless provides WiFi from any electrical socket. Simply unpack it, plug it in and get started.

Get superfast WiFi at ac speed up to 1200 Mbps for all your needs! Connect your smartphone, tablets, laptops and other devices. With four integrated antennas the dLAN 1200+ Wireless provides outstanding reception.

For the first time, devolo range+ Technology is taking advantage of all three wires in the electric mains circuit at the same time for even more performance and longer range.

The dLAN 1200+ Wireless features two integrated gigabit LAN ports for your internet compatible devices and with the simultaneous use of 2.4 and 5GHz WiFi frequencies it provides maximum WiFi speeds.

WiFi Move Technology automatically connects multiple adapters to a single WiFi network. Optimal WiFi reception throughout your home—entirely automated whilst the integrated electrical socket ensures that no power socket in the room is wasted.

Integrated encryption at the push of a button! 128-bit AES for the Powerline connection and WPA2 for WiFi ac is easy to install and even easier to maintain.

The intuitive devolo app helps you perfectly manage your personal home networkto meet all your needs (e.g. child-safety features, guest accounts, WiFi time control).

dLAN® Powerline 1200+ WiFi ac Webcode 9385 SRP £109.99

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dLAN® Powerline 1200+ WiFi ac Starter Kit Webcode 9392 SRP £159.99

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Let your hands do more.

The Leap Motion Controller tracks both hands and all 10 fingers with pinpoint precision and incredible speed, transforming the space between you and your computer into a 3D interactive zone.

Simply plug the Leap Motion Controller into your PC or Mac, download the proprietary software, and launch the Leap Motion App Store. Browse through hundreds of apps in the Leap Motion App Store, and find new, immersive ways to play, work, create, and explore.

Harness the creative power of your fingers.

Fly from Miami to Ibiza with the flick of a wrist.

Creating 3D art on a 2D display can be difficult for anyone who’s not a pro. Leap Motion’s Sculpting app allows for anyone’s creativity to flow, by letting you sculpt your own 3D creations using your fingers, the way you would in the real world.

Soar over cities and dive into the streets using the Leap Motion Controller to navigate in Google Earth. See the Golden Gate Bridge up close, without the signature San Francisco fog, or fly to the top of the Eiffel Tower and circle around for aerial views of Paris.

When your masterpiece is finished you can bring your Sculpting creation to life by sending the design to a 3D printer. Using Leap Motion technology, the power to easily create 3D masterpieces on your computer is in your hands.

Lift your hand to explore the sky above and marvel at the wonders of our solar system, or pitch downwards to delve deep into the depths of the Earth’s oceans and underwater canyons. With the Leap Motion Controller enabled in Google Earth, you can virtually jet around the world using your hands in no time at all.

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Apps like Sculpting and Google Earth are found in the Leap Motion App Store, which features hundreds of other gaming, exploration, and creative apps for use with your Leap Motion Controller. It’s fun and exploration for all ages and a wide variety of interests, and a whole new way to interact with your computer.

Webcode LM-C01-UK SRP £69.99

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Enjoy the benefits of socialising, downloading, and shopping online knowing your PC is shielded from online threats.

McAfee Total Protection shields PC’s from online threats, it is powered by McAfee’s award-winning

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McAfee Total Protection protects PC’s from viruses, spam and phishing attacks, safeguards Wi-Fi from moochers, ensures children have a safe online experience, blocks spam and dangerous emails and encrypts sensitive files.

McAfee Active Protection™ ensures that if something malicious is found, it is isolated so it won’t cause damage to the user’s PC.

The Global Threat Intelligence deploys real-time protection from the latest threats collected from more than 100 Million McAfee users by an aggregator that combines & categorise threat data into actionable intelligence. It uses the same reputation database as the Department of Defense by leveraging the latest threat intelligence shared from businesses and personal users.

NetGuard uses a two-Way Firewall system to monitor and stop traffic in and out of a user’s PC, trying to connect to suspicious servers and known Botnets. This prevents hackers from gaining access to a PC and stops cyber criminals from using the PC to spread viruses and online threats.

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Users are able to monitor their home Wi-Fi network even when they’re not at home via the network manager. This enables them to block unknown devices from accessing the Wi-Fi and remotely monitor the home Wi-Fi and make changes to it.

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McAfee® Shredder™ Securely destroys sensitive electronic files.

SiteAdvisor® helps users make smarter decisions about what you click, and protects from malicious downloads by identifying URLs as safe, potentially risky, or known to be risky to visit.

Parental Controls Block inappropriate sites and set time limits on Internet use.

With so many aspects to protect your PC, McAfee Total Protection really is the best and complete protection for every PC.

Anti-Spam Email Filter Filters and quarantines unwanted and suspicious emails.

Social Media Protection Leverages SiteAdvisor® technology to append red, yellow, and green icons that indicate whether social media posts from “friends” are safe to click.

File Lock Keeps sensitive files protected even if your PC is lost, stolen, or hacked.

Vulnerability Scanner Identifies software in need of updating by checking the version on your PC against our database.

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A complete bundle of fun.

Find value, excitement and hours of gaming in the new Xbox One Sunset Overdrive bundle.

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XBOX ONE

Sunset Overdrive Bundle.

Transform an open-world apocalypse into a tactical playground with the Xbox One Special Edition Sunset Overdrive Bundle. Featuring the Xbox One exclusive Sunset Overdrive, this bundle is your chance to get the Cirrus White Xbox One Console and Wireless Controller.

The Plot: 2027 - Sunset City. A contaminated energy drink has transformed most of the population into toxic mutants. For many it's the end of the world, but for you it’s a dream come true. Your old boss? Dead. Your boring job? Gone.

Transform the open-world into your tactical playground by grinding, vaulting and wall-running across the city while using a devastating, unconventional arsenal. With hyper-agility, unique weapons, and customisable special abilities, Sunset Overdrive rewrites the rules of traditional shooters and delivers an explosive, irreverent, stylish, and totally unique adventure exclusively to Xbox One. The great value bundle includes a full Sunset Overdrive game download and Day One Edition in-game content to equip you with the overcharged “Nothin’ but the Hits” gun, “Fizzie” character outfit, and “Hardcore! Hammer”, an improvised melee weapon for smashing your enemies.

“Nothin’ but the Hits” gun is an overcharged version of the High Fidelity gun that launches limited edition, priceless, multi-colored vinyls that do increased damage. “It’s Me! Fizzie!” outfit: Fizzie is more popular than you because he has a great marketing budget. So, why not dress up as him and get in on some of that fame? And the “Hardcore! Hammer”: A spot check reveals that if you buy the Day One Edition of Sunset Overdrive, you can equip a mighty hammer made from a bat and spiked dumb-bells.

Leap off buildings, run along walls, and grind power lines and rails to destroy your foes from every angle. Collect and upgrade an arsenal of unconventional weapons that use items like dynamite, fireworks, harpoons, and acid to destroy your enemies.

Sunset Overdrive in a nutshell - A high velocity, open-world shooter filled with unconventional weapons, crazed mutants and massive carnage! What more would a player want?

The Sunset Overdrive Xbox One Bundle comes equipped with the Cirrus White 500GB Hard drive Xbox One console, Sunset Overdrive, Xbox One White Controller and Stereo Headset all ready for hours of endless gaming.

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Elevate your game.

Change the way you play with the Xbox One Special Edition Accessories.

XBOX ONE

Camouflage Wireless Controller.

Own the battlefield with the Xbox One Special Edition Camouflage Wireless Controller, featuring a modern camouflage pattern and military look. With redesigned thumbsticks, D-pad enhancements and impulse triggers for greater precision and comfort, it’s simply the best controller Xbox has ever made.

The greatest controller – now even better The Xbox One Wireless Controller features over 40 improvements to the award-winning Xbox 360 Wireless Controller. Feel every jolt and crash like never before with Impulse Triggers. New vibration motors in the triggers provide precise fingertip feedback bringing weapons, crashes, and jolts to life for a whole new level of gaming realism.

The Camouflage Controller features a new expansion port with high speed data transfer which enables clearer chat audio when using a compatible headset.

It’s newly designed D-pad is responsive to both sweeping and directional movements thumbstick improvements enable better grip and accuracy. The trigger and bumpers are also designed for quicker access.

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Camouflage Stereo Headset.

Immerse yourself in rich stereo sound with the Xbox One Special Edition Camouflage Stereo Headset. It features a modern camouflage pattern and military look and with easily adjust audio levels users can play without taking their hands off the controller.

You can even control the balance of game sounds and chat audio to focus on what you want to hear.

Premium audio experience for both game and chat audio with full range audio spectrum (20Hz-20kHz) for deep bass, all the way to crystal-clear high frequencies. The unidirectional microphone provides clear voice capture so every word and sound effect is heard with precision. The boom microphone can also fold up and out of your way when not in use.

The over-the-ear speakers provide a comfortable fit during long gaming sessions whilst the detachable Stereo Headset Adapter puts the audio controls at a players fingertips, including volume up/down, microphone mute, and game/chat balance controls.

Webcode SF4-00002 SRP £69.99

More comfortable grips and contours have been designed to fit a wider range of hand sizes comfortably and the batteries fit inside the controller body, allowing your hands more room to naturally grip the controller.

Webcode J72-00006 SRP £49.99

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New style, new sound Take a look at the brand new Turtle Beach headsets for every console and PC

TURTLE BEACH

Ear Force® XO ONE Headset.

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Boost your gaming experience with the all-new Ear Force® XO ONE Stereo Gaming Headset from Turtle Beach. Designed to deliver high-quality Xbox One™ game and chat audio straight to your ears, you’ll hear every detail of your favourite games, movies and more through powerful, 50mm speakers. The included Ear Force XO Headset Audio Controller places game and chat controls right at your fingertips plus variable Mic Monitor and Bass Boost.

With its lightweight, comfortable design, XO ONE is ready for marathon game sessions and features a removable mic boom to use with your favourite mobile devices.

Included Audio Controller puts Game-Chat Mix, Mic Mute, adjustable Mic Monitoring, Bass Boost and Master Volume controls at your fingertips whilst the high-sensitivity, removable mic is perfect for chat on Xbox Live and Skype™, or disconnect from the Audio Controller to use the XO ONE with mobile devices.

The XO One features a smaller and lighter headset design with around-the-ear, mesh ear cushions for longer game sessions or enjoy your favourite movies and TV shows with high quality sound. Then crank up your tunes from music services like Xbox Music™ or Skype™ with friends!

Webcode 731855022182A@IND SRP £59.99

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TURTLE BEACH

Elite 800.

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Ear Force® Recon 100.

This isn’t some ordinary gaming headset. Powerful sound, abundant comfort and dynamic function combine to exceed your wildest expectations with the Turtle Beach Elite 800. Uncompromising, the Elite 800 is the ultimate in completely wireless PS4 & PS3 noisecancelling, surround sound gaming audio with DTS Headphone:X 7.1 Channel Surround Sound and DTS Surround Sound modes that further enhance your games, music and movies. The long-lasting rechargeable battery provides up to 15 hours of use while Bluetooth keeps you connected with your mobile devices.

Perfect for PC gaming and mobile devices alike, the Recon 100 Stereo PC Gaming Headset delivers an incredible audio experience in comfort no matter where you play. Swappable speaker plates let you personalise the headset with a unique design while full-range 50mm speakers drive crisp highs and powerful lows. Included PC and Mobile Cables ensure needed audio controls are at your fingertips to maximise communications and your listening experience. Go beyond games! The Recon 100 will be every player’s go-to headset for Skype™, mobile calls, streaming videos, music and more.

• Eliminate unwanted distractions with active noise cancellation in console and mobile modes • Creates an amazing, 3D 360-degree sound stage with unmatched spatial accuracy • Low profile magnetic charging stand keeps your Elite 800 fully charged without cables • Enjoy wireless Bluetooth connectivity with all your mobile devices including PS Vita™ • Easy-to-use rocker plates can be swapped with new designs • Set your mix of game and chat volume levels right on the headset

• Full-range 50mm speakers deliver all the crisp highs & powerful lows • The included PC cable provides convenient in-line volume and mic mute controls • Breathable mesh ear cushions and adjustable headband for hours of comfort • Fully adjustable, high-sensitivity microphone on a removable boom • Personalise the look of your Recon 100 with a new speaker plate available from Turtlebeach.com/plates Webcode 731855060405@IND SRP £39.99

Webcode 731855033904@IND SRP £249.99

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Regardless of whether you're a returning fan or new to the series Far Cry 4 will keep you up for hours as you discover new locations, liberate more outposts and wonder quietly what you could have done differently to keep poor Dumbo alive.

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It looks amazing and seems like it’s expanding upon all the other components that made the last game still compelling.

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REASONS TO STOCK

Latest in the top-selling series Vast openworld gameplay – play it your way Exciting new gadgets and vehicles

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Far Cry 4 appears to follow very closely the everything-and-the-kitchensink approach to open world gaming that Ubisoft has refined over the last few years, and packaged in numerous different ways. The game’s greatest asset is its irregular setting, and Ubisoft appears to have captured and distilled it expertly.

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he follow-up to one of 2012’s highest rated blockbusters hits the shelves this month, and promises to deliver the most expansive and immersive Far Cry experience yet.

Pagan Min: King of Kyrat Figurine UBICollectibles is proud to present “Pagan Min: King of Kyrat”, a new collector’s piece inspired by the next chapter of the Ubisoft franchise: Far Cry 4.

Set in the massive, Himalayan-inspired open world of Kyrat, players will find themselves caught up in a country ravaged by civil war and violence.

But one of Far Cry 4’s most engaging new features is the drop-in/drop-out co-op play, which allows friends to join in and experience the open world playground together, and team-up for the dozens of side quests.

Upon returning to spread his mother’s ashes, lead protagonist Ajay Ghale gets far more than he bargained for, and soon finds himself battling against flamboyant dictator Pagan Min and his oppressive regime.

Alongside that, revamped team-based multiplayer lets players choose to fight as either a heavily armed soldier of the Golden Path rebellion, or as a stealthy member of the ancient Kalinag warrior tribe.

In the ongoing tradition of the acclaimed Far Cry series, players must explore a beautiful but dangerous environment, filled with unpredictable challenges, vicious wildlife and heavily armed militia.

Elsewhere, the intuitive map editor allows players to quickly build their own maps, share them with the world, and then play in them with others.

Armed to the teeth with high-powered weaponry and useful gadgets, Ajay must help the locals fight back and take down those who have ruined their way of life. buy online today with Exertis

This figurine represents the self-proclaimed ruler Pagan Min, leaning confidently against an old brick wall with a tiger graffiti painted on it. Gun in hand, ready to demonstrate his dominion over the oppressed Kyrat people.

KEY FEATURES • High level of realism with discernible textures and materials • Signature weapons of the game • It also includes a reproduction of street artist C215’s art from the game’s original scenery Availability Out now Webcode 3307215800539 SRP £34.99

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New gadgets such as the grappling hook, and the hugely useful new autodrive ability also make getting around the vast environment more enjoyable than ever.

Every decision counts, and every second is a story in this diverse, beautiful and dangerous world. The lush jungles and snow-capped hills hide abundant wildlife, from leopards, and rhinos, to elephants, snakes and bears, and players will be both hunter and the hunted as they embark on a hunt for precious resources.

Far Cry 4 promises to be another spectacular stealth action adventure, and is sure to be one of this year’s biggest selling titles.

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As with Far Cry 3, crafting your own weapons and upgrades is a key part of the gameplay in this brilliant fusion of stealth and action. Creep up on enemies and prey, mark your targets and skillfully take them down before they even know what’s happened.

Once again, a diverse selection of vehicles awaits in Kyrat, but players now have the ability to scout enemy territory from the air in the all-new gyrocopter and then plummet back to earth in the exhilarating wing suit, before climbing on the back of a six-ton elephant to wreak havoc.

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FAR CRY 4 PRIMA GUIDES Far Cry 4 Standard Edition Webcode 9781101897607 Available Out now SRP £14.99

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It has the potential to be a massive walk-or days-long marathon, really-down memory lane.

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Halo: MCC's ambitious package isn't something to write-off. The dream of revisiting Halo 2's excellent online multiplayer is almost here and it's pretty darn impressive.

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I can confirm that the title represents wonderful fan service and is an easy recommendation for Xbox One owners.

GAMERANT

Probably the best value for money collection since Valve’s The Orange Box… beautiful revamped animations and an impressive frame rate.

It’s good to have you back, Chief.

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It’s this strength in breadth that makes The Master Chief Collection so much more enticing than your average retro re-master.

TRUSTED REVIEWS

The added frame rate makes the game look significantly better and actually feel a little faster. The same can be said about Halo 2’s re-mastered multiplayer engine.

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“Halo 5: Guardians Beta: Game disc required. Limited Time Beta Starts: 27th December 2014; Ends: 22nd January 2015. Must be 17+. Xbox One, broadband internet (ISP fees apply) and Xbox Live Gold membership (sold separately) required. Halo: Nightfall and Halo 5: Guardians Beta dates, content, and features subject to change. See www.xbox.com/halo”

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REASONS TO STOCK

The first Halo release for Xbox One Four re-mastered FPS classics for the price of one All games run at 1080p/60fps

MICROSOFT STUDIOS | XBOX ONE - £49.99 | 11TH NOVEMBER 2014

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he acclaimed Halo series makes its next generation debut this month with the release of Halo: The Master Chief Collection.

Rounding up four shooter classics in one incredible value package, this Xbox One-only collection will be a must-have for all shooter fans this festive season.

Filling the boots of the Master Chief has never looked so good. Each of the collection’s 45 epic campaign missions, 100 multiplayer maps and 50 Spartan Ops missions run in stunning 1080p, and at a blistering 60 frames a second.

And better still, players are free to dip into the epic journey as they see fit, with each map and mission fully unlocked right out of the box. Start right from the very beginning and enjoy Halo: Combat Evolved, jump straight into the fully revamped version of 2004’s Halo 2, or pick a favourite chapter from Halo 3 and 4.

For the nostalgic, players can even play the game as nature intended, with a ‘Classic Mode’ that switches to the original visuals on-the-fly at the touch of a button.

been fully re-imagined and brought bang up to date, including fan favourites Ivory Tower, Ascension and Lockout.

With so much content available, it would normally be a headache to browse all of it at once, but the inclusion of the all-new Master Menu lets users seamlessly navigate all four campaigns from start to finish, or jump around as they choose.

But this collection isn’t simply a round-up of past glories, and has one eye firmly on the future of the series, with exclusive early access to the Halo 5: Guardians multiplayer beta included in the box.

From December 27th 2014, all purchasers of Halo: The Master Chief Collection can take part, and get an early look at one of 2015’s most anticipated titles.

In addition, story elements of Halo 5 can be found in hidden terminal videos, which will give players an added incentive to rediscover the old classics.

To help provide the most fun and challenging experiences, the games’ designers have even come up with campaign playlists. Played solo, in split-screen with a buddy, or with up to three other players online, campaign mode promises to offer countless hours of entertainment.

Multiplayer fans are in for a treat, too, and can easily find their favourite multiplayer maps and modes. With more than 100 maps to play, there is unbeatable choice, and as an added bonus, six of Halo 2’s maps have

And that’s not all. Players are also granted access to the episodic live action series, Halo: Nightfall, produced

by Ridley Scott in conjunction with 343 Industries. It promises to give Halo fans an exciting new story.

Halo: The Master Chief Collection is the ultimate collection, and is available only on Xbox One.

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As a special added bonus, purchasers of Halo: The Master Chief Collection will gain exclusive early access to the Halo 5: Guardians multiplayer beta.

Set to go live on December 27th 2014, the beta will give players the first chance to experience the next epic chapter in the series before its full launch later in 2015.

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•45: The total number of campaign missions included in The Master Chief Collection •100+: The number of multiplayer maps included •6: Multiplayer maps fully remastered for the collection.

•4: Online Co-op play support •50: Spartan missions included •1080p/60fps: The resolution and frame rate for all games in the collection •16: Age Rating of Halo: The Master Chief Collection •343 Industries: The Washington-based studio behind Halo, named after Halo character 343 Guilty Spark •50,000,000+: The lifetime sales of the Halo franchise to date •1999: Halo first announced to the public by Apple’s Steve Jobs •2001: Halo Combat Evolved debuted on Xbox

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PRESSBUZZ The Horizon offshoot has unshackled the Forza franchise, letting it run free into the wild, and this new adventure ensures that we don’t take that freedom for granted. Everything is bigger and better, everything is designed to make damn well sure that we’re having fun.

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vailable now, Forza Horizon 2 represents “the ultimate celebration of speed, style, and actionpacked driving”.

Players will have the road trip of their life, as they race more than 200 of the world’s greatest cars across the beautiful and exotic roads of southern France and northern Italy.

Playground Games delivers the next evolution of the best-in-class Forza graphics engine, and drivers will be treated to a thrilling, fun-filled brand of racing where they journey through a wide-open world featuring dramatic weather and full day/night cycles.

There are several ways to play; from the epic road trip career mode, to the endless variety of free-roam driving.

Whether racing, hunting hidden cars, or showing off customised rides at car meets, it’s all down to the player. In fact, the game adapts to their car choices, with hundreds of events to choose from, across a stunning southern European landscape.

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The game’s Horizon Festival invites players to join its celebration of cars, music and freedom – the kind of freedom that lets drivers careen through fences onto back country roads, plough through fields of crops and dense forests, and discover thrilling shortcuts on their palpitating high-speed adventures.

In Forza Horizon 2, the distinction between single and multiplayer gaming is utterly seamless. Simply jump between offline and online play instantly, with no need to waste time in lobbies. Players can join friends online and free roam together, compete in races and team modes, or take part in co-op Bucket List challenges.

In addition, players can join or create their own Car Club network of up to 1000 members, rule the leaderboards and claim the bragging rights.

But there’s plenty of fun to be had in solo play, too, thanks to the advanced Drivatar technology that fills the player’s world with their friends even when they aren’t actually online.

Forza Horizon 2 is the ultimate car fantasy. With more than 200 of the world’s greatest cars, players can experience a diverse collection of fantastic vehicles from extreme off-roaders to modern supercars, classic muscle, and more. Every vehicle is rendered in incredible detail, with full cockpit views, functional windshield wipers, working headlights, and authentic interiors.

This is set to be the road trip of a lifetime. Get in touch with your Exertis account manager now for more on this hugely impressive driving game from Microsoft.

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Select from over 200 cars Experience dramatic weather changes Variety of different driving modes to choose from

As an Xbox One exclusive, Forza Horizon 2 is about as essential a game as the console is. Fans of the racing genre will surely take it to their hearts.

CVG

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The change in handling is exemplary and the graphical transition is smooth and impressive to watch. Indeed, it’s a very good-looking game in all respects.

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THE EVOLUTION OF THE FORZA SERIES.

MAY 2005 MAY 2007 OCT 2009 OCT 2011 OCT 2012 NOV 2013 OCT 2014 Forza Motorsport debuts on Xbox in style, reaching a 92% Metacritic rating.

Forza Motorsport 2 is released exclusively on Xbox 360, and scoops a 90% average.

Forza Motorsport 3 hits the 360 with a 92% average.

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Forza Motorsport debuts on Xbox in style, reaching a 92% Metacritic rating.

Forza Horizon – the openworld spin-off is released on 360.

Forza Motorsport 5 bring the series to the Xbox One for the first time.

Forza Horizon 2 is released on both Xbox 360 and Xbox One.

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ES 2015 brings unbeatable gameplay that never fails to satisfy. Every pass, shot and off-the-ball run is fine tuned to deliver an unparalleled experience for true fans.

The FOX engine allows PES 2015 to faithfully recreate the unique styles and abilities of players and their teams.

Experience the challenge of playing with and against the best sides in the world.

The power of next-gen harness the FOX engine’s awesome potential to realise previously impossible levels of accuracy. Real time lighting throughout the game, naturally brings players crowds and stadia to vivid next gen-life.

Teams are set up to play as they do in real life and players are instantly recognisable from their unique runs and playing styles. While the world’s greatest players are capable of moments of incredible skill attacking, success is based on their abilities as a team player. Whether it’s counter attacking, win based or defensively minded, teams will automatically adopt the fame plans of their real life counterparts. Even crowd animations have been hugely enhanced delivering the ebb-and-flow of a match with convincing crowd effects and movements so every player feels a part of the stadium.

PES has always been known for the most accurate and realistic recreation of soccer’s greatest stars. PES 2015 brings takes that process even further.

The game boasts a vast number of unique animations and playing styles, meaning players not only look super realistic but play just like their real life counterparts. Game animations flow seamlessly from movement to movement calculated in real time, in response to each unique inmatch situation.

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Lightning fast controls allow instinctive reactions to every moment of play and the highly developed AI now constantly adjusts to action across the whole pitch.

Teammates always offer options and support, making runs, finding space or marking opponents.

Players can master a complete new range of dribbling skills and use pace, jinking turns and responsive sprints to outmanoeuvre opponents Choose exactly how and when to close down, tackle, or hold up play. Successful defending is in the players hands.

The incredible, brand new PES 2015 will make its debut 13th November 2014 on Xbox One and PlayStation 4.

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Winner of Gamescom Best Sports Game of 2015 Award All new modes PES is back!

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