October 2011
INTRODUCING THE METALLIC RED
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CONTENTS
FEATURES
09 VIPRE
Gem explains VIPRE anti-virus and all its great features
10 MICROSOFT SDA
Featuring Classic and modern classics from Microsoft
14 LOGITECH
We show off the diversity of PC peripherals that Logitech has to offer
16 COREL
Managing Editor Faye Le Duc
Gem shows off Corel’s impressive range of photo and video software
Associate Editor Danielle Govier
19 ABBYY
Editorial Assistants Julian Cinque
We introduce ABBYY and their latest and greatest update of Finereader
Design Sophie Hammond Finn MacLean
ALSO THIS MONTH
Production Support John Dunn Matt Andrews Peter Cox
23 MOSHK Q&A
Gaming Editor Kristan Reed
Gem looks at the exciting new partnership between Exspect and MOSHK
Publisher Gem Creative
24 LEGEND OF ZELDA: SKYWORD SWORD
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26 KINECT STAR WARS
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34 DRIVER: SAN FRANCISCO
Gem takes a look in to the series reboot of the 14 million selling franchise Gem Distribution Ltd St. George House, Parkway Harlow Business Park Harlow, Essex, CM19 5QF Telephone numbers Office: +44 01279 822800 Sales: +44 01279 822822
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We are in awe of the sleek ARGUS XL Graphics Tablet in our We Want One feature
07 NEW TO US
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Not one, not two, but three new vendors in this Month’s introductory section
24 GAMES FOCUS
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PDP
Performance Design Products This autumn Gem is excited to present to you three of our newest vendors, adding a new twist to our comprehensive product range.
PDP We’re delighted to announce a new partnership with PDP (Performance Designed Products LLC), an industry leader in designing and manufacturing peripherals for all major video game platforms, including Sony PS3, PSP and PlayStation Move, Nintendo Wii and DS, and Microsoft XBOX 360 and Kinect. With the official licences for Nintendo™, Energizer™ and Mortal Kombat (to name but a few), PDP bring to market a vibrant range of accessories, offering retailers the opportunity to enhance their 3rd party line up.
AFTERGLOW® AX.1 for Xbox 360 The AFTERGLOW® family of controllers breaks new ground in form, features, and radiant aesthetics, delivering gamers an experience sure to have them glowing. The appearance of the AFTERGLOW® controllers is defined by a clear polycarbonate body plastic, within which red, blue, or green circuit boards and components reside. Amplifying the theme, multitudes of LEDs within the controllers glow, matching the circuit board colour. The result is a truly vibrant glow in both light and dark gaming situations. The AFTERGLOW® AX.1 for the Xbox 360 is officially licensed by Microsoft so it features the proven ergonomic design of an official Xbox 360 controller. Each AFTERGLOW® controller allows the player to adjust the LED settings to: on, off, or vibration (activates when controller rumble motors spin). Webcode 3602EU SRP £19.99
The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Collector's Edition Wireless Controller Launching this October ahead of the eagerly anticipated game release in November, the brand new Collector’s Edition Modern Warfare 3 Wireless controller features unique carbon fibre for more responsive gaming and a satin finish for comfort during extensive multiplayer sessions. With a dedicated COD fan base, this controller is set to me a must have this Christmas Webcode PL6343 SRP £39.99
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Bio World With the combination of diverse product lines from fashion headwear to bags, posters to key-rings and hundreds of licenses, BioWorld Merchandising has a broad reach in the marketplace. The gaming licenses obtained by BioWorld allow for innovative marketing and merchandising tactics to enhance brand development within the sector that it operates in. This is something that really distinguishes BioWorld from their relevant competition as there are few manufacturers that can boast such strong licensing partners as Nintendo, Call of Duty, Sonic The Hedgehog, Halo, Rockband and Atari and almost none that can name so many. The exciting new production task includes the designing, manufacturing and distributing of the well-known brand names such as Call of Duty and Nintendo. This task has been made signiďŹ cantly more achievable with the recent collaboration with Gem.
GB eye Well established in the posters, prints and associated merchandise markets, GB eye Ltd has recently celebrated 25 years of supplying the retail and wholesale industry. Adding to this milestone will be the recent partnership with Gem and the extension of their own distribution services, ensuring all round that their successfully proven products have a bigger reach than ever before. GB eye supply a global customer base of over 200 customers in over 60 countries as well as enjoying more local success, being the UK’s leading poster company. An essential element to this, like BioWorld, has been the licensing obtained. GB eye work with over 100 licensors and currently hold over 200 licenses, a selection of which can be seen below. As well as this GB eye hold impressive key accounts such as HMV & ASDA as well as strong online presence through Play.com, Amazon.co.uk, HMV.com, Argos.co.uk, WHSmith.co.uk, Asda.co.uk and AllPosters.com. Well known brands such as Disney, 20th Century Fox, Warner Bros, BBC, Nickleodeon, WWE & Nintendo. Top football clubs such as Manchester Utd FC, Liverpool FC, Arsenal FC, Chelsea FC, Manchester City FC, Tottenham Hotspurs FC, Newcastle FC, Sunderland FC, Barcelona FC, Ranger FC and Celtic FC. Famous music artists such as Justin Bieber, Take That, The Wanted, The Beatles, Bob Marley and Elvis.
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ARGUS XL Graphics Tablet With a new vendor comes an exciting new range of products – this month we’re all talking about the ARCUS XL Graphics Tablet from SPEEDLINK, one of the leading brands in computer and video game accessories in Europe. For drawing, photo retouching and more The ARCUS XL Graphics Tablet is the ultimate input system for anyone wanting to let their creativity run wild. Whether you’re creating technical drawings or doing professional photo retouching, the ARCUS XL is the perfect tool for all your graphics projects. That said, the ARCUS XL isn’t restricted to graphics applications – you can also create attractive presentations in a flash and add comments and notes to your presentations while you’re delivering them, insert your signature into documents or even just use the stylus as an ergonomic mouse replacement. Pressure-sensitive stylus tip for intuitive drawing The familiar pen-shaped design of the two-button stylus doesn’t just make it the perfect tool for graphics artists.
Depending on the tool you’ve selected, thanks to its pressure-sensitive tip it’ll feel like you’re using a real pen in graphics programs: the harder you press, the wider or darker the line becomes. Whereas a mouse only offers black and white, the stylus delivers 1,024 shades of grey, giving your drawings a wealth of detail and realism. Fully configurable hotkeys In addition to the two stylus buttons, the ARCUS XL gives you 21 additional hotkeys – 8 on the left-hand side and 13 stylus shortcuts above the input area. All the hotkeys are freely configurable in the driver menu – whether you want to start a program or quickly select a tool – plus you can use the accompanying stickers to label each customised function. OUT NOW! Webcode SL-6700-SBK SRP £79.99
i For more information on the ARGUS range, contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at www.gem.co.uk
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VIPRE
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High Performance Internet Security Developed with the user in mind, VIPRE Antivirus is a high-performance antivirus software that doesn’t slow down the users’ PC like older, traditional security products. Using nextgeneration technology, VIPRE protects the computer from all types of malware threats including viruses, adware, spyware, worms, rootkits, and more. Ranked one of the top performing antivirus products in the world for malware detection, VIPRE detects, removes and blocks all types of PC threats.
FeAtUres: High performance threat protection with low impact on system resources Users told us that their biggest frustration with antivirus programs is bloat and high resource usage. VIPRE Antivirus has been completely written from scratch to run seamlessly without impairing system performance. Users report amazing results after replacing their existing antivirus with VIPRE – it’s like they have a new system. All-new technology delivers a powerful antivirus and antispyware engine At VIPRE’s core is an antivirus and antispyware engine that merges the detection of all types of malware into a single efficient and powerful system. The new technology was developed exclusively by GFI, without building on older generation antivirus engines. VIPRE uses next-generation technologies making it the future of antivirus programs.
Advanced anti-rootkit technology VIPRE’s all-new anti-rootkit technology finds and disables malicious hidden processes, threats, modules, services, files, Alternative Data Streams (ADS), or registry keys on a user’s system.
1 User version also now available
Removing rootkits is supplemented by VIPRE’s FirstScan which runs at the system’s boot time. FirstScan bypasses the Windows operating system, to directly scan certain locations of the hard drive for malware, removing infections where found. real-time monitoring with Active Protection VIPRE’s Active Protection delivers real time monitoring and protection against known and unknown malware threats. Active Protection works inside the Windows kernel (the core of the operating system), watching for malware and stopping it before it has a chance to execute on a user’s system. Full protection against email-borne threats VIPRE Antivirus includes comprehensive protection against email, viruses, with direct support for Outlook, Outlook Express and Windows Mail; and support for any email programme that uses POP3 and SMTP (Thunderbird, IncrediMail, Eudora, etc.). Unlimited Home User License Webcode P412IEXUS00 SRP £49.95 Lifetime service Webcode P412IEXYS10 SRP £59.95
viPre Antivirus single User 1yr (DvD) Webcode P411IEX1S00 SRP £19.95 viPre Premium single User 1yr Webcode P412IEX1S00 SRP £29.95 Get viPre today and give your customers the peace of mind that comes from using the world’s most-loved Antivirus product – Contact your Gem account manager today on 01279 822822 or go online at www.gem.co.uk
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Microsoft Hardware ®
Get great value products without compromising on quality and reliability
Classic and modern Microsoft products which have our customer’s seal of approval at some great prices Microsoft
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Arc Mouse ™
The revolutionary design of the Arc Mouse combines the comfort of a desktop mouse and the portability of a notebook mouse. This treasure from Microsoft is perfect when on the go as it folds to 60% of its fully expanded size, making it increasingly portable with an equally welldesigned carrying case included. The folding motion also turns the mouse on and off which contributes to the staggeringly impressive estimated battery life of more than 6 Months. This sleek-looking mouse is great for when on the go; there is a snap-in micro-transciever that snaps into the bottom of the mouse when required for work and can be stored when travelling, further preserving battery life. Though there is a notable level of
portability with the Arc Mouse, there is also a remarkable standard of performance. There is the latest laser technology built in, which delivers more precise, responsive and smoother tracking. Furthermore the 2.4GHz USB micro-transciever connects wirelessly right out of the box with virtually no interference and has an impressive wireless range of up to 10 feet. Finally there are 4 buttons, 1 of which is customizable, this helps allow quick access to the media, programs and files used most often. Webcode ZJA-00006 Black ZJA-00007 Red SRP £49.99
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MICROSOFT
Microsoft
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Lifecam VX-2000 The Microsoft LifeCam VX-2000 has to be one of the most easy-to-use webcams on the market and what better way to keep in touch with distant friends and relatives than to see their smiles and hear their laughter. The built-in microphone automatically picks up voices offering the other party sound with remarkable clarity. In addition to the high sound quality, consumers can enjoy clear VGA video with a camera that auto-adjusts for low-light conditions for the best video possible. This webcam can capture up to 30 frames per second, resulting in smooth and seamless video. Take sharp 1.3 megapixel still photos to share with friends and family. With up to 3X digital zoom it displays a realistic, upclose-and-personal experience.One of the most
advantageous features of the LifeCam VX-2000 is that it offers consumers the ability to get going fast. It is very easy to use and set-up takes minutes with Plug and Play. Furthermore, it can be used on the move as the LifeCam attaches to both notebooks as well as desktops. Lastly, there is a whole host of video effects built-in to the LifeCam dashboard such as facial exaggerations, 3D accessories and filters to keep video messaging fun and entertaining. Webcode YFC-00003 SRP £29.99
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Ready Mouse If a high value optical mouse is desired then this is the mouse for you. There is an effective scroll wheel that allows quick movement through documents without having to click the on-screen scroll bar. High performance Microsoft optical technology is a key feature that eliminates the use of a standard mouse ball by using optical sensors that result in greater accuracy and control. Furthermore this latest technology allows navigation with better speed, accuracy and reliability as
it tracks movement on nearly any surface without the hassle of clogged mouse parts. Not only is the Microsoft Ready Mouse highly technological but also extremely consumer friendly being startlingly easy to set up and use; there is no software to install and no feature setup required. It is ergonomic in design, which equates to total comfort for either hand whilst clicking. Webcode 3EG-00003 SRP £14.99
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Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 This is Microsoft’s most comfortable keyboard with a breakthrough ergonomic design. It is designed in order to make day-to-day tasks easier with a more natural wrist alignment, helping to promote a more natural hand, wrist and forearm position so you can work without discomfort. Further comfort is provided by a cushioned palm rest to offer better support while resting your hands on the plush, integrated palm rest. New features include a much improved number pad; there are many commonly used symbols such as equal sign, left and right parentheses and ‘backspace’ are in quick reach
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just where you need them most, just above the number pad. The Natural Ergonomic Keyboard 4000 is easy to use all round as there is a taskbar favourites for Windows 7 that allows easy access to programs in the taskbar with convenient hot keys with which there are more for accessing the internet, e-mails and multimedia. Webcode B2M-00008 SRP £49.99
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Wireless Desktop 800 If secure, reliable performance is desired then this brilliant Wireless Desktop 800 combination is tough to beat. There is total control and convenience at your fingertips with this compact keyboard and reliable mouse. A secured wireless connection is experienced as the Microsoft 2.4GHz wireless delivers a reliable connection with up to a 15-foot range. The keyboard features some brilliantly easy access hot keys, much like the Ergonomic 4000, that allow consumers to have speedy access to the PC calculator, volume controls, mute and play/pause. Furthermore there is a Windows Start Button which, when pressed, simply launches the Start menu. The mouse also includes some great
features, including state of the art Microsoft Optical Technology with 1000 dpi that provides responsive cursor control. Furthermore there is a snap-in transceiver that can be stowed conveniently under the mouse. Individually both elements of the Wireless Desktop 800 are strong but once bundled together they create a high value combination. The battery life is estimated to be up to 8 and 15 months for the mouse and keyboard, respectively; and the entire device is fantastically easy to set up and use. Webcode 2LF-00021 SRP £29.99
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Software Essentials Audio Essentials WavePad Sound Editor MixPad Multi-track Mixer Switch Audio Converter RecordPad Sound Recorder Zulu Virtual DJ Software Golden Records Vinyl Converter SRP £39.99
Business Essentials Suite Express Invoice Invoicing Software Express Accounts Accounting Software Inventoria Inventory Management Copper Point of Sales Software HourGuard Timesheet Tracking Express Burn Disc Burning Software SRP £59.99
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Play harder with Logitech G13 Advanced Gameboard With game-changing comfort and control, the Logitech G13 Advanced Gameboard features a high-visibility GamePanel LCD that provides easy access to tactical information including live stats, system info, and communications from fellow players. Users can also customise to the 25 programmable keys to suit their own style of play – and even assign complex actions to single keystrokes. A programmable minijoystick also gives users all they need right under their thumb so that they can manoeuvre quickly and easily. The solid and stable design of the G13 Advanced Gameboard will even keep up when the game gets intense thanks to strategically placed feet, while the portable design keeps the game going wherever they go and in comfort. Webcode 920-000947 SRP £79.99
Wireless Keyboard K360 Type more comfortably with a layout that users are used to with the Logitech Wireless Keyboard K360. With a space-saving design and familiar layout the keyboard also features twelve programmable F-keys that allows users to open their favourite applications, folders or web pages, and six hot keys that lets the user have instant access to play, pause, previous, next, volume and mute. 20% smaller than standard keyboards, the Logitech Wireless Keyboard K360 fits in the office, at home or wherever the user would like to take their laptop; and the three-year battery life means that the user won’t have to spend their time tracking down new batteries. The framed keys also look modern and barely make a sound, while providing a more comfortable typing experience than laptop and netbook keyboards. Webcode 920-003270 SRP £24.99
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LOGITECH
These two contrasting styles of products offer everything required to complete and enjoy the rewards of hard work. If full-on gaming is not for you then why not have a peak at three perfectly harmless PC peripherals that are guaranteed to brighten up your PC’s appearance, as well as your mood.
Gaming Headset G330
Optical Gaming Mouse G400
With an adjustable, behind-the-head fit and silicone-lined headband, the Logitech Gaming Headset G330 is the gaming headset that provides the user with comfort that won’t quit.
When an ordinary mouse just won’t do, the Logitech Optical Gaming Mouse G400 offers users rock-solid performance for when their sights are set on victory. With a 3600 dpi optical engine, users get precision targeting and pinpoint accuracy; and with instant access to four dpi levels, users can shift from pixel-precise targeting to lightning-fast manoeuvres.
Enjoy more accurate sound thanks to the low-profile speaker drivers, while the noise-cancelling microphone reduces annoying background noise for clear, intelligible voice commands. The flexible, rotating boom also enables the user to position the microphone right where they want it – and rotate it out of the way when they are not using it. Offering enhanced convenience the Gaming Headset G330 also features inline audio controls to adjust the volume without pausing the action, and a cable management wrap that lets the user wrap up what they don’t need and keep it out of the way. Connect via a USB adapter for enhanced audio or directly to a PC sound card with 3.5mm jacks. Webcode 981-000177 SRP £44.99
Eight times faster than a standard USB mouse, the Optimal Gaming Mouse G400 communicates over USB at a blazing fast 1000 reports per second – as fast as USB can go; and with buttons rated up to 10 million clicks and feet tested to 250km, this durable mouse will play hard for a long time. A sculpted comfort grip, low-friction feet and eight programmable buttons also keep the user comfortable and in command; allowing the users to glide effortlessly across almost any surface and practically eliminate friction to provide smoother movement. Webcode 910-002279 SRP £34.99
Webcam C270
Wireless Mouse M325
Making HD video calling simple the Logitech HD Webcam C270 offers users clear conversations and the best possible images thanks to RightLight and RightSound technology. Users can enjoy HD 720p video calls on most major instant messaging applications, as well as Logitech Vid HD.
The wireless mouse that delivers a better mix of precision and comfort the Logitech Wireless Mouse M325 was designed for web scrolling.
Users can also send their families and friends pictures when they don’t have the time to talk or record a video. Pictures can be taken at 3-megapixels with just one click of a button. The Logitech HD Webcam C270 also comes with MAGIX Photo Manager 9 and MAGIX Video Easy, enabling users to edit their video and images to help users get organised and fix minor blemishes in photos. Webcode 960-000582 SRP £24.99
With a feel-good, contoured design the textured rubber grips keep the users hand happy – even after long hours; and the 18-month battery life virtually eliminates the hassles of changing batteries, with a smart sleep mode that saves power, while an indicator light eliminates surprises. Perfect for laptops and netbooks the Wireless Mouse M325 features Unifying Nano techonology and advanced 2.4GHz wireless that gives users the reliability of a cord with wireless convenience and freedom – fast data transmissions and virtually no delays or dropouts. Webcode 910-002399 SRP £29.99
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Ultimate photo and video editing software from Corel Ideal for home and pro users alike, Corel’s award-winning photo and video editing software helps users make the best of every project. Easily fix, enhance, share and protect digital images and videos with editing tools that are fast, powerful and fun. Turn photos and videos into stunning projects and share with family and friends in just a few clicks. Read on to find out more about the latest digital media software from Corel.
Corel® PaintShop™ Pro X4
Corel® PaintShop™ Pro X4 Ultimate
Giving passionate photographers more to love. Corel® PaintShop Pro X4 provides users with hundreds of photo-editing features, a streamlined workspace, new pro-level effects and one-click sharing, allowing users to retouch photos faster.
Corel® PaintShop Pro X4 Ultimate gives the user the freedom to create their best images ever. Along with all the photo-editing power of PaintShop Pro X4, users get award-winning Nik® Color Efex Pro™ 3.0 photographic filters, a choice of 21 high quality images from Fotolia and a premium collection of Picture Tubes™. Plus, the new HDR module, photo blending features and updated RAW Lab puts everything the users needs to manage, create and share incredible photos right in their hands.
Create the perfectly exposed image or achieve a surreal, artistic effect with the HDR module. Remove distractions and combine the best elements from a series of shots with PhotoBlend. Plus, have fun with the new Selective Focus feature and mimic expensive tilt-shift lenses to turn a scene into a miniature world. Managing and editing all photos is easier with redesigned workspaces and dual monitor support; and when users are ready to show off their best photos, sharing to sites like Facebook® and Flickr® is just a click away. Webcode PSPX4IEMB SRP £59.99
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Webcode PSPX4ULIEMB SRP £79.99
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COREL
Corel® Photo & Video X4 Ultimate Bundle
Corel® VideoStudio™ Pro X4 Ultimate
With our best photo and video editing software, and two valuable bonus packs, the Corel® Photo & Video X4 Ultimate Bundle is everything the digital media enthusiast needs, for everything they shoot! Empower your clients to perfect photos with pro-level editing tools, an intuitive interface and exciting new creative effects. Make it easy to create blockbuster movies with end-to-end HD video editing, extreme stabilisation, broadcast-quality titles and effects, and more. Then users can share their best photos and videos online with just a click.
Corel® VideoStudio Pro X4 Ultimate takes users’ passion for making movies to a whole new level. The most comprehensive video-editing software collection, this premium edition gives users all the high-speed HD editing tools in VideoStudio Pro X4, plus bonus plug-ins for extreme video stabilisation, advanced image correction, and broadcast-quality titles, animations and graphics.
Webcode PVBX4ULIEMB SRP £109.99
Go for big-screen impact with amazing visual effects, including new stop motion animation and time lapse tools, 3D effects, sounds and transitions. Edit and render faster with unparalleled AVCHD™ acceleration. Then share your movie everywhere from YouTube™ to Blu-ray. Webcode VSPRX4ULIEMB SRP £79.99
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NEW FINEREADER 11 FROM ABBYY Fantastic opportunity to upgrade to the latest and greatest version of Abbyy Finereader throughout October
30% OFF SPECIAL OFFER PROMOTIONAL SRP £45.49
(Inc VAT)
Normal SRP is £65.00 inc vat for FineReader V11 Professional upgrade Please contact your Gem account manager for your trade pricing on 01279 822822
ABBYY
Get to know ABBYY… Introducing one of Gem’s newer vendors and one of their most exciting new releases.
About ABBYY UK Ltd ABBYY UK is a member of the ABBYY Group and supports sales and marketing activities in Western Europe. ABBYY is a leading provider of document recognition, data capture, and linguistic technologies and services. Its products include the ABBYY FineReader line of optical character recognition (OCR) applications, ABBYY FlexiCapture line of data capture solutions, ABBYY Lingvo dictionary software, and development tools. ABBYY Language Services provides comprehensive linguistic solutions to corporate customers. Paper-intensive organizations from all over the world use ABBYY solutions to automate time and labourconsuming tasks and to streamline
business processes. ABBYY products are used in large-scale government projects such as those of Australian Taxation Office, Lithuanian Tax Inspectorate, Ministry of Education of Russia, Ministry of Education of Ukraine, and Montgomery County Government of the USA. Companies that license ABBYY technologies include BancTec, Canon, EMC/Captiva, HewlettPackard, KnowledgeLake, Microsoft, NewSoft, Notable Solutions, Samsung Electronics and more. ABBYY OCR applications are shipped with equipment from the world’s top manufacturers such as Epson, Fujitsu, Fuji Xerox, Microtek, Panasonic, Plustek, Toshiba, and Xerox.
About V11 of Finereader Increase your productivity while working with documents. ABBYY FineReader 11 helps you create easy-to-edit, searchable files from paper documents, PDF files or digital camera images by eliminating the painstaking efforts spent on manual retyping. ABBYY FineReader 11 “reads” and converts files with document formatting such as tables, columns and font styles reproduced for you. ABBYY’s cutting-edge technology delivers high levels of accuracy so you spend less time re-editing. Whether you wish to create easily searchable files for archiving or
edit an old contract or brochure, the process is simple. The smart software makes it easy to follow the OCR steps and get the results you need. Save a file in your preferred format, whether it’s Microsoft® Word, Excel®, PowerPoint®, OpenOffice.org™ Writer, HTML, PDF or e-book formats. Special modes for faster processing allow you to speed up the process. Take advantage of a product based on awardwinning technology already in use by organisations throughout the world.
For more information on all products available from ABBYY contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at www.gem.co.uk
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11 Vegas™
Movie Studio HD Create amazing movies in minutes
Introducing the fantastic Vegas™ Movie Studio HD from Sony®. This brilliant piece of easy-to-use software is at an attractive price point and hosts a large range of editing tools and effects that truly results in video creation without limits.
For more information on all products available from Sony® contact your Gem account manager on 01279 822822 or go online at www.gem.co.uk
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Introducing... The EX657 Multi Function Mount from Exspect
• Compatible with all types of TV’s (CRT, LCD & Plasma) • Can be mounted on the TV, Wall or cabinet • Soft padded grips underside to prevent scratches on your surface area
A unique product that is compatible with both the Xbox 360 Kinect and Sony PS3 Move camera
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Legend of Zelda: Skyword Sword
PUBLISHER Nintendo FORMAT Wii RELEASE DATE 18th November 2011.
REASONS TO STOCK • Massive first party Wii exclusive • Latest in a classic, big-selling series • Designed for Wii MotionPlus • Backed by massive marketing push • Excellent preorder incentives
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It's now a quarter of a century since the original The Legend Of Zelda made its debut appearance on the 8-bit Nintendo Entertainment System, and to celebrate Nintendo is releasing a fantastic limited edition pre-order bundle for the latest instalment in the franchise, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. A special limited edition bundle will be made available to fans who pre-order the game and will not only feature a copy of the Will-exclusive title, but a music CD featuring selected orchestral arrangements of iconic music spanning the history of the franchise that will be performed as a part of the The Legend of Zelda 25th Anniversary Symphony performance this October, as well as a rare gold coloured Wii Remote Plus controller bearing the iconic Hylian Crest. Due for release on November 18th 2011, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword continues the fine tradition of letting players explore vast environments, solve puzzles and battle enemies in a rich fantasy world.
The latest must-have Zelda title transforms the experience by offering even more precise control via the Wii Remote Plus controller. Nintendo says that The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword will let players guide Link on a "multilayered journey" that blends "intense ground-based adventures" with "breathtaking exploration above the clouds as Link glides through the skies on the back of a majestic bird. For the first time ever in a Zelda title, players will be able to use the innovative Wii MotionPlus technology to precisely control flight and experience a distinct and unique combat system. Players will prepare for a new level of strategic swordplay, and be able to analyse enemy attack and defence moves, and then counteract each assault with the perfect precision of a hero. In The Legend Of Zelda timeline, Skyward Sword is actually a prequel to the legendary Ocarina Of Time, originally released back in 1998. Players will discover that Link was born and raised in the
floating islands of Skyloft, high up above the clouds. One day, Link discovers the Skyward Sword, and then finds the world's surface is governed by the dark forces of Demon Lord Ghirahim, a mysterious and powerful figure. During the game, Link must use the Skyward Sword in order to traverse between the land and the sky, and unravel the mystery of how and why the two worlds became separated. It will also introduce Zelda as a childhood friend of Link, and join the dots in the storyline to Ocarina Of Time - an element that is sure to delight the many millions of fans of that incredible title. The Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword promises to be a truly epic adventure, and demand for the pre-order bundle is expected to be huge. Don't miss out - call your Gem account manager about this fantastic new title now!
PRESSBUZZ LIMITED EDITION THE LEGEND OF ZELDA: The next evolution will be up there with Link's best outings
SKYWARD SWORD PRE-ORDER BUNDLE CONTENTS
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A copy of The Legend Of Zelda: Skyward Sword for the Nintendo Wii
Our lasting impression of Skyward Sword is one of capability. Link himself can do so much more. He’s fast on his toes in combat and his new-found nimbleness bleeds into exploration Games Radar
Special Edition CD featuring selected songs from The Legend of Zelda 25th Anniversary Symphony Limited Edition Gold Wii Remote Plus controller bearing the Hylian Crest
It seems like a strong title that legitimately makes use of the motion controls the Wii can offer Videogamer
Nintendo appears to have created another superb Zelda game from a technical standpoint Den Of Geek
The Wii MotionPlus definitely helps with Link's ability to slice and stab with 1:1 precision IGN
Skyward Sword's one-to-one sword motion was more satisfying and more engaging than flailing ever was, and that bodes well for the adventure to come Gamespot
Feels like a smart refinement Eurogamer
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catalogue, and reprises the delightful cel shaded visual style of 2002's Wind Waker.
The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina Of Time 3D Nintendo 3DS
The Legend Of Zelda: Spirit Tracks Nintendo DS
Released this summer to blanket acclaim, this enhanced 3D remake of the Nintendo 64 classic went down a storm and is every bit as entertaining in 2011 as it was when it first came out in 1998.
Rated as one of 2009's best titles, and a fine follow-up to Phantom Hourglass. In this edition, Link travels across the world in a cannon-equipped steam train.
The Legend Of Zelda: Twilight Princess Nintendo Wii Released alongside the Wii back in late 2006, this is another Zelda classic, complete with a vast land to explore and many exciting quests to solve.
The Legend Of Zelda websites • www.nintendo.co.uk/zelda • www.nintendo.co.uk/skywardsword • www.thelegendofzelda.co.uk • www.zelda-symphony.com • www.zelda25th.co.uk
The Legend Of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass Nintendo DS This handheld classic might be four years old, but it remains one of the highlights of the DS
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FORZA 4 PUBLISHER Microsoft FORMAT Xbox 360 RELEASE DATE 14th October 2011 SRP Xbox £49.99
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acing gaming doesn't get any better than Forza Motorsport, so there's an understandable buzz leading up to the release of the fourth edition of Turn 10's stunning series.
Said to push the genre to new heights, the highest-rated racing franchise of this generation returns with unrivalled innovation and quality, and "the most stunning graphics ever seen on the Xbox 360 platform." Upon its release on October 14th, gamers can look forward to "radical" experiences only possible with Kinect, as well as "groundbreaking" social features through Xbox LIVE, and a "landslide" of new content, cars and new ways to play. Available exclusively on Xbox 360, Forza Motorsport 4 will be an entirely new automotive experience, and demonstrate just how far the console has come as a gaming system in nearly six years on sale.
REASONS TO STOCK
• True triple A racing simulation • Kinect support for the first time • Compatible with new Xbox Wireless Speed Wheel • Features Top Gear's Jeremy Clarkson • Exclusive to Xbox 360
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Featuring dramatic Hollywood-style camera effects and an all new lighting engine, the game will conjure "an unparalleled, dramatically realistic graphical experience" that glides along at a silky-smooth 60 frames per second. As any true racing gaming aficionado will know, this is the absolute holy grail for the racing genre, and something very few games have managed. But it's not just about what it looks like. Forza Motorsport 4 will also provide an impressive showcase for what Xbox LIVE has to offer and comes with a pledge to "make racing more social than ever." Players will be able to join the 'Create a Car Club' and craft the ultimate dream team of drivers, tuners and painters from the “Forza” community. They will then be able to share their custom cars and compete with other clubs around the globe. Elsewhere, the all-new Rivals Mode allows players to compete against their friends - regardless of whether they are online or offline by
challenging them for bragging rights and rewards in a variety of different modes. One of the all-new features likely to cause much excitement is the Kinect integration. Known as the 'Autovista' mode, it will bring the automotive experience to life. Players will be able to actually walk around the car in the virtual showroom, crouch down to look at the details, and even open the doors and look under the bonnet using the unique capabilities of Kinect. In addition, Kinect will grant a sense of real immersion during a race thanks to the Kinect Head Tracking feature. This essentially pans the camera view based on how players naturally look into the corners when 'turning aggressively'. And Kinect also offers the chance to control the game via a 'virtual wheel,' with no controller required. Meanwhile, voice control allows users to easily navigate the game’s menu. As you'd expect from such a pivotal racing title, Forza Motorsport 4 now has the full backing of the entire car industry, with more than 80 manufacturers now featured in the game - more than any rival racing game on the market. This grants gamers amazing diversity, as well as more of the cars that they desire. Elsewhere, the all new World Tour Mode features new tracks, endless choice and literally hundreds of hours of gameplay. Fans of Top Gear will also be delighted that Forza will now feature narration from presenter Jeremy Clarkson, as well as the famous Top Gear test track. With the most accurate physics engine, cockpits and damage on every car and assists that allow even the most casual player to race, Forza Motorsport 4 really is the pinnacle of the racing genre.
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KINECT STAR WARS Kinect Star Wars Console Bundle
LIMITED EDITION
PUBLISHER Microsoft FORMAT Xbox 360
The Xbox 360 console has been redesigned to look like R2-D2 in this hugely desirable and strictly limited edition console bundle. The bundle will include the Kinect Star Wars game, the console with a 320GB HDD, a white Kinect sensor as well as the gold controller modelled after C-3PO.
RELEASE DATE Coming Soon SRP Xbox - £39.99
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he Star Wars Universe comes to life like never before with the upcoming release of Kinect Star Wars.
Developed by Terminal Reality, this Xbox 360 exclusive title harnesses the controller-free power of Kinect and allows fans to physically experience training and fighting as a Jedi, using the Force and battling with a lightsaber. REASONS TO STOCK
• First motion-based Star Wars title • Relive all the iconic movie moments. • Wield a lightsaber and fly an X-Wing.
By using only the motions of their body, players can truly live out the ultimate Star Wars fantasy - with no controller required. Staying true to the look and feel of the Star Wars that millions of fans know and love, stunning visuals transport players into the Star Wars Universe, and allow them to meet all the important characters and pilot vehicles, ships, and live the life of a Jedi Knight. On top of that, the game draws on some of the most iconic moments from the motion pictures to experience a wide variety of physical play.
As well as training to be a Jedi master with a lightsaber, players can become a champion Pod racer, master the Force, pilot iconic ships and Speeder Bikes, and much more. Kinect Star Wars will also be a social experience, and players will be invited to share the Force with friends through co-op, competitive and duel modes, with simple jump in and out play that allows a second player to join in instantly on the Jedi action. During the game, players will also use the Force and lift and throw objects, and use their body movements to pilot X-Wing fighters, and use their voice to command the game. Kinect Star Wars is set during the timeline of Episodes 1 to 3, and begins shortly after The Phantom Menace. It has also been confirmed that the game includes locations from the original trilogy, and that players will get to fight the mighty Darth Vadar. Following on from the Blu-Ray release of The Star Wars: Complete Saga, Star Wars, demand is expected to be high. Call your Gem account manager now for more details on this high profile release!
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The Black Eyed Peas Experience FORMAT Xbox 360, Wii RELEASE DATE 11th November 2011 PUBLISHER Ubisoft SRP Xbox 360 £39.99 Wii £34.99 Get the party started in your living room with the world’s hottest group in the world’s hottest new dance game. The Black Eyed Peas Experience features 30 chart topping tracks from the Black Eyed Peas – including all of the record breaking hits from The Beginning, The E.N.D., Monkey Business and Elephunk. All great albums that transformed them into a global phenomenon! There is step-by-step coaching that helps you get familiar with each move one at a time and for the less confident players there is exclusive Player Movement Augmentation technology that enhances your on-screen performance to perform like a pro.
over Xbox LIVE. Conversely, take the party worldwide and jump on tour to experience all the energy and unforgettable venues inspired by their shows and music videos. Further features include an instant multiplayer mode where friends can jump in or jump out at any time. Also you can add your own sense of style to the game by selecting your avatar’s appearance.
Reasons To Stock • Best rally title of the year • More content, new modes • Developed by the ever-reliable Milestone
There is a ‘Choreo-maker’ mode that allows you to create your own routines, all of which can be shared with friends
Just Dance 3 FORMAT Xbox 360, PS3, Wii RELEASE DATE 11th October 2011 PUBLISHER Ubisoft SRP XBOX/PS3 £39.99 Wii £34.99
One of the biggest Wii sales success stories of recent years returns this November, and is joined for the first time by Xbox 360 and PS3 versions. Promising an even bigger party than before, Just Dance 3 brings a new twist to the phenomenally popular dance game. Featuring more than 40 songs, covering multiple genres, popular artists, and chart-topping tracks, the Just Dance 3 soundtrack will get the party started. Just Dance 3 is also packed with features and modes, with Classic Mode, Duet Mode, Medley, Simon Says, and more to keep everyone dancing all night long. Elsewhere, the Dance Crew multiplayer mode lets loose two players simultaneously to bust some moves and show their friends how it's done. Top Score Challenge, meanwhile, allows
friends to post and compare scores on the all-new leaderboards system to see who really is the best dancer. Just Dance 3 also features dynamic environments that change as players perform progressive moves, while the popular Just Sweat mode has been enhanced with more workout plans and playlists. The advanced body-tracking of the Kinect version adds exclusive features that not only allow players the freedom to dance without a controller, but also sing their favourite verses for more points. True dance masters will also be able to download extra songs from an expanding catalogue of new tracks that will cater for all tastes and style. Reasons To Stock • Huge-selling series • First edition on 360 and PS3 • New modes and downloadable content
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NBA 2K12 PUBLISHER 2K Sports FORMAT Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, PC & PSP RELEASE DATE 7th October 2011 SRP Xbox / PS3 £49.99 Wii - £24.99 PC / PSP - £19.99
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eaturing NBA legend Michael Jordan as this year’s cover athlete, along with new modes and enhanced gameplay, NBA 2K12 reinforces the franchise’s commitment to quality by combining the best of simulation basketball with an unforgettable sports game soundtrack. Giving players the feel that they are really involved in the game, players move in full 3D models of the most famous NBA players, and during the game little ads pop up on the bottom of the screen, emphasising the rivalries of the teams, and making the game more like a live TV broadcast. Fans in the arena are wearing game shirts, showing their support with a sea of team colours, giving players everything they would expect if they were watching the finals on TV. For the first time, gamers will be able to take control of some of the most iconic players in NBA history, such as Michael Jordan, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, and Julius Irving, and pit them against other classic and modern-day teams to create NBA dream match-ups. Each of these 15 basketball legends has been meticulously recreated with an uncanny level of detail, including period-specific depictions of their arenas, team uniforms, signature moves, and even historically accurate broadcast presentation styles in NBA 2K12. Gamers will now tap into the legacy of these legendary athletes by utilising their signature moves, such as Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s unstoppable skyhook, to rule the virtual hardwood.
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Taking a trip down memory lane, NBA 2K12’s Legends Mode is presented in a style dependent on the era in which the legend played; some are black and white with a grainy look, others are full colour. The announcers also had an old-school radio broadcast sound for the games that took place in the 50s and 60s giving an authentic feel to the game. The in-game overlays even provide more than just the legends’ stats – in one instance letting the viewers know that Bill Russell received the President’s Award during his illustrious career. Always sure to have the best soundtrack, NBA 2K12 does not let fans down this year with tracks from both popular megastars and up-and-coming bands, with music from Eminem and Royce Da 5’9”, Travis Barker, Busta Rhymes, Lil Jon, Twista, Cee-Lo, Q-Tip and more. The extensive collection of 28 tracks includes original and remixes created specifically for NBA 2K12.
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WORLD RALLY CHAMPIONSHIP 2011 FORMAT Xbox 360, PS3, PC RELEASE DATE 7th October / 3DS: 28th October PUBLISHER Ubisoft & Black Bean SRP Xbox 360/PS3 £49.99 PC £29.99 The follow-up to the popular World Rally Championship title is now upon us, and promises to be the most exciting, fullyfeatured simulation of the exciting sport yet. Developed by Italian racing maestros Milestone, WRC 2 features all the rallies from the 2011 WRC season, and comes complete with all the leading drivers and teams from the global adventure series. Available on PS3, Xbox 360, 3DS and PC, the game boasts far more content than last year's edition, and features some 90 stages, 15 different locations, 25 different terrain and weather conditions and nine car categories in total. There will be no shortage of variety, with car types ranging from the 1960s, right up to the supercharged high-tech WRC models of the current era.
The game itself has been improved in all departments, and promises all-new game modes, as well as a 16-player online mode, and a completely revamped career mode. Ubisoft also promises an overall increase in content, as well as new gameplay features and enhanced visual effects. Ubisoft says it aims to deliver "a state-ofthe-art off-road motorsport experience". It will combine "great graphics impact, the best driving model in this genre and all the WRC elements from the current season such as all classes, drivers, all rallies as well as much more to enjoy.” Call your account manager for more information on the most exciting rally game of the year.
Reasons To Stock • Best rally title of the year • More content, new modes • Developed by the ever-reliable Milestone
Rayman: Origins FORMAT Xbox 360, Wii, RELEASE DATE 25th November 2011 PUBLISHER Ubisoft SRP Xbox 360/ PS3 £49.99 Wii £44.99
The much-loved Rayman® is back and possibly in the most fun and enjoyable form yet.
100 characters, 12 unique environments and epic boss fights including a giant pink monster with hundreds of eyes and an evil daisy-cum-carnivorous plant.
Rayman® Origins offers gamers the ability to rediscover the magical universe and legendary 2D gameplay that captured the hearts of millions.
There are 60 levels of 2D platforming gameplay designed for everyone so no matter your age or playing style you are sure to enjoy the re-birth of this platforming legend.
For the younger consumers who may not have encountered this, of which there will be many considering the 15 years ago that Rayman was first launched, Origins is a great way to start. Rayman is invoked by the Fairy Council to save the day against ‘nefurrios’ Darktoons. Whilst teaming up with his best friend, Globox, and two crafty wizards, the Teensies, Rayman will try to restore peace or watch as their beloved home vanishes like a bad dream.
Reasons To Stock • Long-awaited return of this platforming legend • Impressive number of characters, environments and levels • Variety of gameplay
Rayman is revived in his 2D form, as well as a whole new world, enriched with over
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TIN TIN PUBLISHER Ubisoft FORMAT Xbox 360, PS3, Wii, 3DS & PC RELEASE DATE 21st October 2011 SRP Xbox / PS3 - £39.99 Wii / 3DS - £29.99 PC - £29.99 (Released 28th October 2011)
REASONS TO STOCK
• Based on Spielbergdirected holiday blockbuster. • Huge marketing presence. • Move and Kinect support. • Co-op multiplayer support. • Multi-format release.
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ased on the upcoming Spielberg-directed blockbuster movie of the same name, Ubisoft has lined-up an action-packed adventure that lets gamers dive into exciting world of Tintin; the hero and intrepid reporter from the world famous Hergé-penned comic books. Developed by Ubisoft Montpellier in collaboration with Paramount Digital Entertainment, Ubisoft says the game will provide Tintin fans, both young and old with the opportunity to relive key adventures from the series. According to the French publishing giant, players will get to discover and explore the movie’s enchanting locations including Captain Archibald Haddock’s ship the Karaboudjan, Omar Ben Salaad’s Palace and the exotic city of Bagghar and experience many of Tintin’s exciting adventures.
The game will be released across all major formats in time for the all important holiday season, and will feature many of the renowned elements beloved of the Tintin comic books, including The Crab with the Golden Claws, The Secret of the Unicorn and Red Rackham’s Treasure. Gamers will be able to enjoy their adventures either solo or with friends in one of three gameplay modes. The game's single-player campaign is said to offer "a unique blend of exploration, puzzles and combat," and also includes thrilling gameplay elements as varied as sword fighting, aerial combat and driving. In addition to the solo adventure, The Adventures of Tintin: The Game includes co-op challenges that feature classic characters from Tintin’s adventures. Players will also be able to team-up together in special multiplayer maps straight from the moody dreams of Captain Haddock. Challenge mode, meanwhile, offers numerous high score tests. In addition, PS3 and Xbox 360 owners can also enjoy motion-based elements of the game thanks to the presence of additional support support for the Kinect for Xbox 360, and PlayStation Move for the PlayStation 3.
We’re excited for the opportunity to work with such renowned filmmakers on the iconic Tintin franchise. Our development team in Montpellier has worked very closely with the film team to ensure that players will have the chance to recreate the magical moments of the movie and to experience complete immersion into the Tintin universe
Yves Guillemot Chief Executive Officer at Ubisoft
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DRIVER: San Francisco F
ollowing the grand unveiling at E3 2010, the long awaited DRIVER is back and this time Jon Tanner has taken to the streets of San Francisco to track down evil crime lord Charles Jericho.
Published by Ubisoft, the latest in the action packed DRIVER series picks up from the dramatic events back in 2004. Jericho survives the shooting in Istanbul and after escaping from the back of a prison truck flee’s to San Francisco, with Tanner and his partner in close pursuit. PUBLISHER Ubisoft FORMAT Xbox 360, PS3, PC, Mac, Wii. RELEASE DATE Out Now SRP Xbox - £49.99
REASONS TO STOCK
• A series reboot of the 14 million selling franchise • One of the biggest driving environments in gaming history • Introduces online Multiplayer mode for the first time in the series
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DRIVER: San Francisco returns to the game's roots, with the focus once again purely on the driving experience, with no on-foot gameplay or third person shooting this time around. The Film Director mode will also make a return, allowing players to edit together their favourite gameplay clips for public consumption. A new dimension has been added to the thrilling game in the form of ‘Shift’, the ability for Tanner to shift into another person’s body whilst retaining his persona. This new element to the game allows the player to shift into more than 100 licensed vehicles, such as the Dodge Challenger, then move them aside, block cars in pursuits or cause almighty crashes to divert attention. The Shift meter is recharged with skillful driving, allowing players to demonstrate their capabilities with impressive power slides, huge jumps and other exhilarating feats such as driving into oncoming traffic. The game boasts one of the biggest driving environments in gaming history, and Ubisoft promise “some of the most intense chase sequences ever seen” with some 208 miles of road, and some of San Fran's most iconic landmarks, including the Bay Bridge and Golden Gate Bridge. For the first time in the series' history, online multiplayer gaming has been added, and boasts nine "frantic and addictive" online modes. Thanks to the innovative Shift feature, players can be "anywhere at any time". Ubisoft says gamers will be able to "ram, tail and overtake your friends in offline split-screen or online modes." Offering a timeless atmosphere, unique car handling and reinvigorated playability, DRIVER : San Francisco looks set to be a cinematic car-chasing classic.
THE LIMITED COLLECTORS EDITION INCLUDES: A replica of the 1970 Dodge Challenger. A map of San Francisco. Two exclusive in-game vehicles. The “Mass Chase” challenge.
SRP £69.99
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