Your guide to the most important games this Christmas - and the gifts that go with them
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TWELVE GAMES OF
CONTENTS Assassin’s Creed Syndicate
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Super Mario Maker
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FIFA 16
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Halo 5: Guardians
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Guitar Hero Live
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Skylanders Superchargers
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Fallout 4
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Minecraft
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WWE 2K16
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Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
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Call of Duty: Black Ops III
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Honourable Mentions
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Star Wars Battlefront
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XXX ASSASSIN’S CREED SYNDICATE
ASSASSIN’S CREED SYNDICATE Ubisoft’s historical stealth-action franchise returns to form with new features, characters and a London setting UBISOFT’S flagship series received a bit of criticism from fans and reviewers last year, but Syndicate appears to have brought things back on track, with critics praising the game’s new setting and systems. The title is set in Victorian London, so is particularly attractive to us in the UK, and features a number of legendary eraspecific characters (including upcoming Jack the Ripper DLC).
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The game also allows gamers to play as two characters – brother and sister duo Jacob and Evie Frye. Jacob is a close-combat brawler, whereas Evie is a stealth expert. With a world 30 per cent larger than last year’s game, a laser focus on single-player (there’s no multiplayer mode this time) and horse-and-cart races, Assassin’s Creed Syndicate has been a hit with the series’ large fanbase.
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This volume kick-starts a brand new on-going comic book spin-off of Assassin’s Creed.
Fans can get into the Victorian spirit with this headpiece based on Syndicate hero Jacob Frye.
SRP: From £2.65 Manufacturer: Titan Books Distributor: Titan Books Contact: sales@titanemail.com
SRP: £27.99 Manufacturer: Bioworld EU Distributor: GM UK Contact: hello@ gamingmerchandiseuk.com
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CHARGE+ TWIN CHARGING DOCK AND CLEANING KIT Available in black and white, this pack will keep controllers charged so Assassins can explore London day and night. SRP: £19.99 Manufacturer: 4Gamers Distributor: A4T Contact: 01204 869 230
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[INFO] Formats: PS4, Xbox One, PC Developer: Ubisoft Quebec Publisher: Ubisoft Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
AC SYNDICATE BLACK FOLDED BACKPACK Inspired by Syndicate’s industrial take on the Assassin’s Creed logo, this bag features dual straps. SRP: £34.99 Manufacturer: Bioworld EU Distributor: GM UK Contact: hello@ gamingmerchandiseuk.com
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JACOB FRYE STATUE LIMITED EDITION Starring one of Syndicate’s protagonists, this statue is highly detailed and features a themed base. SRP: £39.99 Manufacturer: Ubicollectibles Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822 05
BLACK ROOK LADIES HOODIE Complete with copper highlights and the AC logo, this top boasts an Assassin-like hood. SRP: £39.99 Manufacturer: Bioworld EU Distributor: GM UK Contact: hello@ gamingmerchandiseuk.com
FIFA 16
FIFA 16 The UK’s biggest game returns for another successful new season THE UK’s most popular video game continues to lead the way for not just football games, but sports titles worldwide. FIFA 16 once again launched to stellar reviews (85 Metacritic on Xbox One), and shifted over 1m units in its first week alone. This year’s edition boasts a number of refinements and new features, including a training mode, plus the addition of women’s teams – with 12 international sides introduced this year.
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[INFO] Formats: PS4, XO, PS3, 360, PC Developer: EA Canada Publisher: EA Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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PS4 owners can hear the roar of the crowd and mock their rivals after each goal with this headset.
Wannabe managers can bulk up their Ultimate Team by investing in FIFA 16’s virtual currency.
Wireless chatting and CD-quality audio make this headset a starting pick for online FIFA players.
SRP: £49.99 Manufacturer: 4Gamers Distributor: A4T Contact: 01204 869 230
SRP: £3.99 Manufacturer: EA Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
SRP: £24.99 Manufacturer: Prif Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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GUITAR HERO LIVE
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GUITAR HERO LIVE After five years of holding out for a Guitar Hero, Activision’s music franchise has rocked and rolled back into retail IT may have been half a decade since the last Guitar Hero took to the games retail stage, but Activision’s music series has come back with a bang. Make no mistake: Guitar Hero Live is far more than a simple reboot. It lives up to its name, utilising live-action video footage in lieu of the animated cartoons of past entries in the franchise. The series’ titular instrument has been completely reinvented, too. It features a brand new six-button layout spread across two rows and three frets. This offers players a more realistic playing experience with chords, as well as presenting a new challenge to those who mastered the previous Guitar Hero controller. It’s also easier for beginners to grasp, with lower difficulties restricting playing to three buttons until they are ready to move up a level.
score, while those watching can enjoy the music videos in the background. That’s not all – Guitar Hero Live’s main mode, GH Live, uses live-action video footage to make players feel like they’re performing to a real-life crowd. The audience’s reception and mood changes dynamically depending on how the player fares. These are spread across a series of fictional bands, venues and festivals that gamers can progress through. GET THE PARTY STARTED For the first time, a full Guitar Hero game has also come to mobile. The normal Bluetooth guitar controller can be connected wireless to an iPhone, iPad or Apple TV to let music fans play on the go. Another new feature is the Party Pass. While gamers can earn and spend play tokens (or the real-money Hero Cash) to pick and choose which songs they want to shred to, the £3.99 pass unlocks every song in the library for 24 hours – an ideal investment for a night in with friends.
MUSIC TELEVISION It’s not only the hardware that’s been improved and brought up to modern standards – the software has made the most of the five-year gap, as well. The big addition is Guitar Hero TV, a continuously streaming playlist of songs that gamers can jump into and start jamming along with at any point. Multiple GHTV channels showcase hundreds of songs from a diverse selection of music genres. Gamers playing along to the same channel can compete for the best
ROCKING AROUND THE CHRISTMAS TREE Not content with simply trying to relive its past glories, Guitar Hero Live is both a new beginning and the next step for the genredefining franchise. With the Party Pass and GHTV making it a title for social occasions, Guitar Hero Live offers a rare treat in console gaming this year – something the whole family can play. 08
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GUITAR HERO LIVE
[INFO] Formats: PS4, XO, PS3, 360, Wii U Developer: FreeStyle Games Publisher: Activision Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
GUITAR HERO LIVE STANDALONE GUITAR
LOGITECH MICROPHONE
Lonely rockers can have a friend join the action in Guitar Hero Live by purchasing a second instrument.
Guitar Hero Live allows anyone with a Logitechcompatible USB microphone to sing to their heart’s content.
Players can purchase plays and items for Guitar Hero TV using their Hero Cash. This pack contains 3,300 Hero Cash.
SRP: £54.99 Manufacturer: Activision Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
SRP: Varies Manufacturer: Logitech Distributor: Logitech Contact: 0175 387 09 00
SRP: £7.99 Manufacturer: Activision Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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GUITAR HERO LIVE 3,300 HERO CASH PACK
MINECRAFT XXX
MINECRAFT The record-breaking video game blockbuster is returning to PC with a brand new edition and spin-off in time for Christmas THERE’S no need to go back over the fact Minecraft is the biggest video game – or even entertainment franchise – in the world. This is a given. And this Christmas promises to be an exciting one for the series. For die-hard fanatics, Minecraft is coming with Windows 10 via an updated version of the Pocket Edition of the game (it is currently in beta). Yet what might surprise a
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few is the other Minecraft game coming out – Minecraft: Story Mode. The episodic point-and-click adventure is from the team behind The Walking Dead and Game of Thrones games, and has already been a hit digitally. The title is even coming out in a box, and several retailers have tipped it to be the surprise hit of Christmas. Regardless, Minecraft books, toys and posters will continue to fly off shelves.
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More than 520 pieces are included in this LEGO set, such as a Steve minifig, pickaxe, skeleton and mooshroom.
Those building alongside friends on Xbox One can co-ordinate their efforts with this chat-dedicated mono headset.
SRP: £49.99 Manufacturer: LEGO Distributor: LEGO Contact: 01753 495 000
SRP: £19.99 Manufacturer: PDP Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
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MINECRAFT PLASTIC CREEPER FACE MUG Budding builders can take a break with this mug, which is dishwasher and microwave safe. SRP: £8.99 Manufacturer: Jinx Distributor: GM UK Contact: hello@ gamingmerchandiseuk.com
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[INFO] Formats: PS4, XO, PS3, 360, PC, Vita, Wii U Developer: Mojang, Telltale (Minecraft: Story Mode) Publisher: Mojang, Microsoft, Sony, Avanquest (Minecraft: Story Mode) Distributor: Open (Minecraft: Story Mode) Contact: 01480 359 403
PROTECT+ DUALSHOCK 4 CONTROLLER CASE
MINECRAFT CARD GAME
PS4 gamers can keep their pad safe from nasty Creepers and Endermen with this protective carry case for the DualShock 4.
Minecraft’s virtual gameplay comes to tabletops with this card game recreation of the hit title’s addictive mechanics.
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: 4Gamers Distributor: A4T Contact: 01204 869 230
SRP: £11.99 Manufacturer: Mattel Distributor: AB Gee of Ripley Contact: 01773 570 444 12
MINECRAFT CREEPER PREMIUM ZIP-UP HOODIE Minecraft fans young and old can dress up as a Creeper with this top. SRP: £49.49 (Youth), £53.99 (Adult) Manufacturer: Jinx Distributor: GM UK Contact: hello@ gamingmerchandiseuk.com
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WWE 2K16
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WWE 2K16 The series of wrestling sports titles returns with its biggest and most accessible offering yet – a sure-fire contender for the belt this Q4 2K’S annual wrestling franchise returns with its largest roster yet, boasting 120 superstars from across more than 30 years of WWE history. These include famous stars from the late 1990s’ Attitude Era, such as The Rock, Triple H and The Undertaker, as well as modern champions such as John Cena and classic competitors like Macho Man Randy Savage. The massively popular Attitude Era wrestler Stone Cold Steve Austin serves as the cover star for this year’s instalment, with the in-game showcase mode following the iconic superstar’s career from his famous ‘3:16’ period in the mid-1990s up until his retirement in 2003. The game’s creation modes have been vastly expanded from last year, allowing players to make their own characters, championships and – for the first time – shows. Particularly inventive players can even upload their creations online. In addition, MyCareer mode returns, letting gamers train their avatar up from a budding amateur to a legendary member of the WWE Hall of Fame. A staple of past WWE games, the mode has been improved by letting gamers build their alter-ego’s personality as a hero or villain much more.
Competitors will interact in more realistic, smoother ways, and have more attacks and moves than ever to finish off their rival. The ability to create and play as the female Divas is also more fully-featured than ever, opening the title up to a wider audience. As with the main roster, there are more female wrestlers than ever before. A strong line-up of post-release add-on content looks set to bolster the already healthy line-up of superstars. Among the first extra characters joining the game is movie star Arnold Schwarzenegger, who will make an appearance as his iconic killer robot, The Terminator. Both male stars and Divas will be included in future DLC packs, with Medusa and Alundra Blayze already planned to boost the female presence in the game. BACK FOR THE BELT 2K will also be advertising WWE 2K16 around the upcoming NXT wrestling tour in December – the first time WWE’s division for up-andcoming wrestlers will come to the UK. Of particular interest for British wrestling fans is the number of notable UK-born WWE and NXT superstars appearing in WWE 2K16 for the first time. With the WWE series having found its footing on PS4 and Xbox One in 2014, this year’s title is set to re-introduce a number of popular modes from the past – as well as debuting completely new features.
ENTER THE RING As with the rest of the title, the core experience of wrestling has also been refined from past entries in the franchise.
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WWE 2K16
[INFO] Formats: PS4, XO, PS3, 360 Developer: Visual Concepts, Yuke’s Publisher: 2K Games Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
WWE SLAM ATTAX: THEN, NOW, FOREVER CARDS
WWE STACKDOWN BLIND BAG
Starring wrestlers from WWE’s history, these cards are available in packs of eight or as a starter kit.
Each of these packs includes a miniature of an iconic wrestler from WWE’s roster.
SRP: £4.99 (Starter Pack), £1 (Pack of Eight) Manufacturer: Topps Distributor: Click Contact: 0203 137 3781
SRP: £3.99 Manufacturer: C3 Distributor: GP Flair Contact: sales@flairplc.co.uk
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WWE ELITE COLLECTION JOHN CENA FIGURE Kids can take control of iconic wrestler and fivetime US Champion John Cena for themselves with this articulated toy. SRP: £19.99 Manufacturer: Mattel Distributor: AB Gee of Ripley Contact: 01773 570 444
CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS III
CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS III Black Ops creator Treyarch debuts on PS4 and Xbox One with its most ambitious take on the Call of Duty franchise yet ACTIVISION’S most popular Call of Duty sub-brand returns this Christmas, with four-player co-op, a revamped approach to the campaign mode and a new movement system that is designed to alter how people experience the iconic first-person shooter. Sony has signed a co-marketing deal with this game that has resulted in a special edition PS4 console and controller, featuring the Black Ops ‘III’ motif.
AG LVL 5 + STEREO HEADSET FOR XBOX ONE Quad-boost bass and haptic-enhanced drivers mean players will hear every gunshot in Black Ops III with this headset. SRP: £49.99 Manufacturer: PDP Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
Black Ops III is also being positioned as a hot title for professional gamers, with several integrated eSports-friendly features. Call of Duty faces some stiff competition this Christmas from the likes of Star Wars Battlefront, Halo and Rainbow Six, but with fan-favourite developer Treyarch back at the helm, plus a deeper and more involving zombies mode, this will remain the game to beat this Q4.
BLACK OPS 3 SKULL PRINT BEANIE Gamers can keep warm and play Black Ops III throughout the winter thanks to this soft hat. SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: Bioworld EU Distributor: GM UK Contact: hello@ gamingmerchandiseuk.com
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BLACK OPS III 1TB PS4 CONSOLE This limited-edition PS4 SKU includes a copy of Black Ops III and is decked out in orange and black to match. SRP: £349.99 Manufacturer: Sony Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS III
[INFO] Formats: PS4, XO, PS3, 360, PC Developer: Treyarch Publisher: Activision Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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Branded with Black Ops III, these thumbsticks help boost performance and increase players’ killdeath ratio.
This headset includes handy in-line volume controls so Call of Duty players don’t get distracted during matches.
A vital double-pack for online gamers, this add-on provides 20 hours of extra PS4 controller life plus amplified headset audio.
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: KontrolFreek Distributor: Lime Distribution Contact: 01622 845 161
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: 4Gamers Distributor: A4T Contact: 01204 869 230
SRP: £19.99 Manufacturer: Prif Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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STAR WARS BATTLEFRONT
STAR WARS BATTLEFRONT The return of one of the biggest brands in global entertainment is set to take on Call of Duty this Q4 IF there is one game that can challenge Call of Duty this year, it is this one. Star Wars Battlefront is an online multiplayer shooter from the team behind the multi-million selling Battlefield series. Featuring huge skirmishes that pit the Empire against the Rebels, players can even take control of the Millennium Falcon, Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker and other iconic characters and ships from the Star
Wars universe. Oh, and visually, this game looks astonishing. This Christmas is going to be dominated by all things Star Wars, driven by the hype behind the upcoming movie Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens. DICE has developed a special map that will be released alongside that movie, which ties-in with the events from the film. Retailers reliably tell us that the pre-orders for this game are already phenomenal.
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PRO4-100 WIRELESS STEREO GAMING HEADSET
The film that started it all, this Blu-ray version of A New Hope is encased in a limited edition embossed steelbook.
Equipped with 40mm drivers and a 3D sound mode, this headset is the ideal way to listen out for approaching AT-ATs.
A dinky remote-controlled version of the new droid from The Force Awakens, this product sold out immediately on launch.
SRP: £24.99 Manufacturer: Disney Distributor: Film Factory Contact: 020 8222 1000
SRP: £59.99 Manufacturer: 4Gamers Distributor: A4T Contact: 01204 869 230
SRP: £129.99 Manufacturer: Sphero Distributor: Widget Contact: 01438 842 350
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STAR WARS BATTLEFRONT
[INFO] Formats: PS4, Xbox One, PC Developer: EA DICE Publisher: EA Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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STAR WARS BATTLEFRONT PS4 1TB CONSOLE
The secret to the Rebels’ victory in Star Wars? Efficient communication. This headset will help team-mates stay in touch.
Decorated with the mask of Darth Vader, this limited edition Star Wars PS4 bundle includes a matching controller and five games.
Nothing’s worse than running out of power during an online match. This pack provides over 20 hours of PS4 pad life.
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: PDP Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
SRP: £349.99 Manufacturer: Sony Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: Prif Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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SUPER MARIO MAKER
SUPER MARIO MAKER Players get the chance to make their own challenges for Nintendo’s mascot in this Christmas’ big Wii U game SUPER Mario Maker allows players to create their own 2D Mario levels, utilising the art style of classic Mario games such as Super Mario Bros, Bros 3, World and New Super Mario Bros. The game has already gone down well with critics and will be the big Wii U game of Christmas. Nintendo has been promoting the title heavily, with its release tying in with the
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30th anniversary of the defining Super Mario Bros video game from 1985. It even comes with its own 8-bit Mario Amiibo. Super Mario Maker is actually one of several titles starring Nintendo’s iconic Italian retailers might want to stock this Q4. Mario Tennis: Ultra Smash on Wii U and Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam Bros on 3DS are also due before the end of the year.
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SUPER MARIO BROS RETRO BADGE PACK
Avid Amiibo enthusiasts can proudly showcase their collection in fitting style with this Mariothemed stand.
Fans both old and new can celebrate Mario’s legacy with this figurine that unlocks extra content in Super Mario Maker.
Four pin badges depict Mario with some of his famous enemies and his brother, Luigi. The ideal gift for Mario die-hards.
SRP: £23 Manufacturer: PowerA Distributor: ILT Distribution Contact: 0845 519 7053
SRP: £12.99 Manufacturer: Nintendo Distributor: Nintendo Contact: 01753 483 700
SRP: £2.99 Manufacturer: GB Posters Distributor: GB Eye Contact: uksales@gbeye.com
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SUPER MARIO MAKER
[INFO] Formats: Wii U Developer: Nintendo Publisher: Nintendo Distributor: Open Contact: 01753 483 700
SUPER MARIO IN-EAR HEADPHONES
MARIO WIRED FIGHT PAD FOR WII U
SUPER MARIO BROS BACKPACK
There’s little more satisfying than the ‘bling’ of coins collected in Mario games. Players can revel in the audio with these earbuds.
Mimicking the GameCube’s controller layout, this pad works with any Wii or Wii U title – such as Super Smash Bros.
Comprising a large main pocket and a smaller front compartment, this bag is decorated with Mario, plus his allies and enemies.
SRP: £7.99 Manufacturer: Venom Distributor: Venom Contact: 01763 284 181
SRP: £24.99 Manufacturer: PDP Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
SRP: £29.99 Manufacturer: Bioworld EU Distributor: Meroncourt Contact: 01462 680 060
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HALO 5: GUARDIANS
HALO 5: GUARDIANS Microsoft’s flagship sci-fi shooter franchise returns in its first full offering on Xbox One HALO 5: GUARDIANS is the biggest Xbox One launch since the console’s debut in 2013. Guardians continues the story of hero Master Chief and has been heavily advertised all year – beginning with a multiplayer beta for the game that started way back in December 2014. Microsoft views this as a major system seller for its flagship console, and it is hard to disagree.
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Halo 5 is rammed with features, including a new huge online mode called Warzone. The 12 vs 12 mode boasts AI enemies as well as bosses, and rewards gamers no matter how they like to play. 15 additional multiplayer maps will be released for Halo 5 for free in the months after launch, while a $1m eSports competition - the Halo Championship Series – has also been announced.
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This take on the Xbox One pad is equipped with full-range Prismatic LED colour lighting and dual multi-function wheels.
Tips for Halo 5’s singleplayer and multiplayer modes are featured in this guide, including an entire campaign walkthrough.
Officially licensed for Xbox One, this easy and quick charging pack means gamers never need to stop battling the Covenant.
SRP: £49.99 Manufacturer: PDP Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: Prima Games Distributor: DK Contact: sales@uk.dk.com
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: PDP Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
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[INFO] Formats: Xbox One Developer: 343 Industries Publisher: Microsoft Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
PLAYSONIC 4 AMPLIFIED HEADSET AND MIXER Xbox gamers can ensure they hear every gun shot and listen out for the alien Covenant with this customisable sound mixer. SRP: £59.99 Manufacturer: Prif Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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HALO MASTER CHIEF HUD PREMIUM TEE Master Chief’s iconic green and orange helmet takes centre place on this stylised T-shirt. SRP: £19.99 Manufacturer: Jinx Distributor: GM UK Contact: hello@ gamingmerchandiseuk.com
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ASTRO GAMING A40 + M80 XB1 HALO 5 EDITION Based on Astro’s A40 headset, this special edition device is clad in a dark chrome colour scheme for Halo 5. SRP: £199.99 Manufacturer: Astro Gaming Distributor: Lime Distribution Contact: 01622 845 161
SKYLANDERS SUPERCHARGERS
SKYLANDERS SUPERCHARGERS The toys-to-life brand that started it all shifts into top gear for its latest revision, as the titular creatures take to land, sea and sky in vehicles SKYLANDERS helped kick-start the toys-tolife category, and its latest instalment is pushing the sector forwards with some unique changes. Superchargers introduces vehicles for players to drive and fly. Around half of the game requires their use. To support the bigger figurines, the Portal of Power has been redesigned. One major addition to Superchargers are races. The vehicles can also be customised,
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with players collecting parts in-game. As well as this, a second player can jump in to play the title’s co-operative mode. Nintendo gamers have access to exclusive content for Wii U and 3DS, with iconic Mario enemies Donkey Kong and Bowser appearing in Superchargers. The two characters will have extra special toys-to-life models that function as both Skylanders and Amiibo.
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This book is packed with comprehensive tips, detailed maps and information to help players reach 100 per cent completion.
Twice as useful, this staging and display unit can both show off and store Skylanders fantatics’ collections
Stormblade’s signature airplane is a fast and furious machine fit for taking on Superchargers’ bosses and ruling the skies.
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: Prima Games Distributor: DK Contact: sales@uk.dk.com
SRP: £19.99 Manufacturer: PowerA Distributor: ILT Distribution Contact: 0845 519 7053
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: Activision Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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SKYLANDERS SUPERCHARGERS
[INFO] Formats: PS4, XO, Wii U, PS3, 360, Wii, 3DS, iOS Developer: Vicarious Visions/Beenox Publisher: Activision Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
SUPERCHARGERS CHARACTERS BADGE PACK
QUICK STORE PLAYMAT
SHARK SHOOTER TERRAFIN WITH SHARK TANK PACK
These six assorted badges showcase some of Superchargers’ vehicular roster, including submarines, cars and helicopters.
A quick way to keep Skylanders models tidy, this playmat doubles as a draw-string bag for transporting figurines.
This combo set includes Shark Shooter Terrafin and his land vehicle – the Shark Tank. Players will be sure to snap it up.
SRP: £2,99 Manufacturer: GB Eye Distributor: GB Eye Contact: 0114 276 7454
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: PowerA Distributor: ILT Distribution Contact: 0845 519 7053
SRP: £24.99 Manufacturer: Activision Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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XXX FALLOUT 4
FALLOUT 4 The post-apocalyptic spiritual successor to Skyrim is set to make this Christmas a nuclear winter at retail LEADING games creator Todd Howard and his Bethesda Games Studios are back, four years after they last charmed the charts and critics with The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. Fallout 4 looks not too dissimilar to the Fallout games of the past, with its barren, ruined landscapes, giant weapons, powerarmoured allies and hideous mutant opponents. But there is just so much more to explore and discover, including the ability
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to design and build a base, a more layered armour system and over 100,000 lines of dialogue. The game’s special edition comes complete with a wearable replica of the Pip-Boy accessory that the in-game character wears, but it sold out in days and is already fetching high prices on eBay. Make no mistake, Fallout 4 will be one of the biggest games this Christmas.
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Inspired by one of Fallout’s nuclear bunkers, this hat is unlikely to protect from mutants.
Displaying the Fallout series’ core attributes, these figures star fanfavourite icon Vault Boy.
SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: Bioworld EU Distributor: GM UK Contact: hello@ gamingmerchandiseuk.com
SRP: £16.99 Manufacturer: IP Factory Distributor: Gaming Heads Contact: customerservice @gamingheads.com
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PROTECT CONTROLLER ACCESSORY KIT This pack is equipped with antibacterial wipes, a microfibre cloth, cleaning spray, charging cable and spare controller jacket. SRP: £14.99 Manufacturer: 4Gamers Distributor: A4T Contact: 01204 869 230
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FALLOUT XXX 4
[INFO] Formats: PS4, Xbox One, PC Developer: Bethesda Publisher: Bethesda Distributor: Advantage Contact: 01215 069 590
FALLOUT 4 CHRISTMAS JUMPER
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Bunkers can become a bit chilly during the winter. Luckily, vault-dwellers can pop on this festive knitted top to warm up.
Players can express their personality with these vivid Xbox One pads – including a radioactive green hue fit for Fallout 4.
The MixSonic boosts audio quality on any headset, allowing players to experience Fallout 4’s wasteland to its maximum.
SRP: £34.99 Manufacturer: Numskull Distributor: Rubber Road Contact: 01707 800 881
SRP: £39.99 Manufacturer: PDP Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
SRP: £34.99 Manufacturer: Prif Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
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METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN Konami’s critically-acclaimed stealth series comes to an open world for the first time, with astounding results FALLOUT 4 is not the only massive openworld game to grace consoles this year. The last entry in the franchise from series creator Hideo Kojima, Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain came out in September to overwhelmingly positive reviews (it has a Metacritic score of 93) and immediately topped the sales charts. Outside of the game’s intro cinematic, the series’ staple cut-scenes have been
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reduced to focus on the gameplay, which now boasts numerous side missions, basebuilding abilities (last seen in the PSP title Peace Walker), horse riding, AI companions, a night and day cycle, dynamic world and multiplayer elements. In short: this is one huge game. Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain should be at the top of new PS4 and Xbox One owners’ wish lists this Christmas.
BIG BOSS ‘84 VARSITY JACKET
AG7 ‘TRUE’ WIRELESS HEADSET
PS4 and PC gamers can chat clearly with their Metal Gear Online team due to this headset’s noiseexcluding microphone.
Inspired by MGS’ legendary hero Big Boss, this jacket also features the Diamond Dogs logo and the number 84.
MGS fans can play wherever they like thanks to this wireless headset’s 100-foot range and 16-hour battery life.
SRP: £39.99 Manufacturer: Prif Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
SRP: £69.99 Manufacturer: Level Up Wear Distributor: Konami Contact: 02089 875 730
SRP: £99.99 Manufacturer: PDP Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
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[INFO] Formats: PS4, Xbox One, PC Developer: Kojima Productions Publisher: Konami Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
DIAMOND DOGS SWEATER Fitting with MGS V’s 1980s setting, this sweatshirt is emblazoned with the Diamond Dogs logo and the year 1984. SRP: £40 Manufacturer: Insert Coin Distributor: Insert Coin Contact: 01702 521 850
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DESERT CAMO BERLIN BOOMBOX The trusty cardboard box here takes on a new life as a durable boombox with up to 200 hours of life. SRP: £79.99 Manufacturer: Berlin Boombox Distributor: Berlin Boombox Contact: wholesale@ berlinboombox.com
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PRO4-40 STEREO GAMING HEADSET Those playing Metal Gear Online with fellow PS4 gamers can use this headset to communicate with their teammates. SRP: £29.99 Manufacturer: 4Gamers Distributor: A4T Contact: 01204 869 230
HONOURABLE MENTIONS
HONOURABLE MENTIONS MCV asked retailers for their 12 games of Christmas to help compile this list and there were a number of games that just missed out. JUST CAUSE 3
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The over-the-top open-world action game received three votes and for good reason. It looks excellent, and its predecessor – 2010’s Just Cause 2 – is still played by thousands of gamers every week.
The famous strategic first person shooter is back for the first time in seven years, pitching hostage takers against a counter-terrorism team in multiplayeronly game modes. Like Just Cause 3, it too picked up three retailer votes.
Formats: PS4, Xbox One, PC Developer: Avalanche Studios Publisher: Square Enix Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
Formats: PS4, Xbox One, PC Developer: Ubisoft Montreal Publisher: Ubisoft Distributor: Exertis Contact: 01279 822 822
ANIMAL CROSSING: HAPPY HOME DESIGNER
NEED FOR SPEED
After taking a year off in 2014, Need for Speed returns looking better than ever in a game with a heavy online focus. The reboot is being developed by Need for Speed Rivals studio Ghost Games and impressed critics with its visuals at E3.
Happy Home Designer has already got off to a strong start. The game downplays the wider community simulation of Animal Crossing – gamers instead create homes for animal visitors. The game uses Amiibo cards, which unlock extra abilities and characters.
Formats: PS4, Xbox One, PC Developer: Ghost Games Publisher: EA Distributor: CentreSoft Contact: 0121 625 3388
Formats: 3DS Developer: Nintendo Publisher: Nintendo Distributor: Open Contact: 01753 483 700
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10/10 GAMESPOT
10/10 NGB
9.5/10 PSU
10/10 IGN
5/5
THE TELEGRAPH
10/10
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