Luck boasts the same league-high 95 Throw on the Run as Big Ben, with comparable accuracy at 88 TAS/89 TAM/75 TAD. He also features 95 Throw Power and 92 Play Action.
Industry analysts are weighing in on who will be Satoru Iwata's successor at Nintendo, and it doesn't look like Miyamoto is the favourite any more. Here's Lucy's take.
To attend the massive medieval campout called the Pennsic War, attendees must dress in pre-16th-century garb. Every Pennsic War starts on the last Saturday in July. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Lords and Ladies
The event is run by the Society For Creative Anachronism, a group so large that it has regional "kings" and "queens," most of whom show up for Pennsic in full regalia, retinue in tow. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
No Hovels Here
Tents and merchant structures at Pennsic are often elaborate and sturdy. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Make Merry
Belly dancing is a popular event at every Pennsic. Attendees can also learn medieval games, cheese making, leatherworking, poetry, embroidery – even apothecary. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
This Means War
The heart of every Pennsic festival is a mock war between kingdoms and their allies. Players who succeed in battles or other event activities earn war points. The kingdom with the most war points wins the war. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
To Arms!
The battle is fought in an area called the "Barony-Marche of the Debatable Lands," otherwise known as Pittsburgh and greater southwestern Pennsylvania. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Nevermind, You Win
Combat and armor is subject to strict inspections and regulations. For the sake of safety, weapons are often solid wood, but tipped with rubber or foam. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
All Men Must Die
Some battles involve war axes or staves ... (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
En Garde!
... while others involve rapier combat. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Ready the Archers
Some Pennsic structures have been built, upgraded and maintained for decades. Some attendees spend all year designing or improving their living quarters in anticipation of the annual event. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Mood Lighting
Like the days of yore, many of Pennsic's nighttime activities are lit by good old fashioned fire. Attendees are told to mind their veils, wizard sleeves and other loose garb. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Little Lords, Little Ladies
Bringing kids to the Pennsic Wars is encouraged ... (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Playing Dress-Up
... as long as they, too, dress in period garb. (Photo by David Gornstein)
Medieval World
Medieval costumes and character inspirations are not limited to Europe. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Bring the Hammer
Old-school blacksmithing is very much alive and well during the Pennsic War. But the weapons on the mock battlefield must be made of wood. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Period Pieces
Pennsic attendees take their medieval garb seriously. Many make their own clothes just for the event. Some sew only by hand. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Braid, Milady?
Another Pennsic War side activity: Getting your hair braided, old-school style. (Photo by David Gornstein)
Stake Your Claim
The Pennsic War grounds are dotted with privately-run, medieval-themed camps. Some tents are rented; others are hand-sewn, along with the official flags or banners of the camp. Camp names (such as Aerie of Tir Thalor or Fool's Rest) are chosen by the occupants. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Raise Your Banners
The official banner of Camp Seven Deadly Sins, as shown by a young member of that camp. (Photo by David Gornstein)
Ye Olde Shopping Basket
Pennsic War campers don't just live medieval. They shop medieval. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Here There Be Dragons
The Pennsic Wars include medieval-themed parties every night ... but the volunteer-run event enforces "quiet hours" between 2 a.m. and 7 a.m. (Photo by: Ron Lutz II, http://www.ronlutzii-photographer.com)
Technology giant Nokia is preparing to announce a "major" virtual reality project--and soon. That's according to multiple sources familiar with the matter speaking to.
Retailer GameStop has launched a new limited-time promotion called "Cash for Games." Now through July 26, GameStop will pay more than ever in cash values for select items, including (Xbox One/PS4) - $30 Cash
Ubisoft Montreal director and scriptwriter Corey May has left the company, taking a new job as narrative director at independent game studio Certain Affinity, the Austin, Texas-based company announced today.
May spent close to a decade at Ubisoft Montreal, where he oversaw the narrative direction for all of the developer's projects. This includes the original games."
For his part, May said joining Certain Affinity as its new narrative director was a "once-in-a-lifetime opportunity." He holds Bachelor and Masters degrees from Harvard and the University of Southern California.
It's been a long time since Shenmue first broke onto the scene. So is it any good? After spending recent time with the first game, Peter and Kevin tell us about their experiences.
Human beings are often afraid of new things. And apparently, I am afraid of moving my own floating cities.
The city in question was Deepcastle, the capital city of my burgeoning water-based empire in a recent game of
"We take the communiques, and the diplomacy dialogue, those are all ways where we can not only share specific information, but flavor as well."
Civilization: Beyond Earth - The Rising Tide is certainly not lacking for flavor. Aliens new and old dot the landscape, as does that pesky miasma that complicates your voyages. Fully animated leaders in futuristic versions of familiar garb congratulate you and taunt you. And through it all, you struggle with the neverending urge to take just one more turn. Prepare to once again succumb to that urge when The Rising Tide is released this fall.
Jeremy breaks down how Armikrog, an incomplete game made of clay, can outmatch the titans of AAA gaming.
Industry analysts are weighing in on who will be Satoru Iwata's successor at Nintendo, and it doesn't look like Miyamoto is the favourite any more. Here's Lucy's take.
It's been a long time since Shenmue first broke onto the scene. So is it any good? After spending recent time with the first game, Peter and Kevin tell us about their experiences.
