Today, Microsoft has decided to try and provide some direction after an overwhelmingly negative response to the Xbox One unveiling. Microsoft has said that gamers, will in fact, not have to pay a free to reactivate used games. That fee will instead be paid by the retailer. However, this limits the people you can purchase software from because they will need to have an agreement with Microsoft to collect the fees. Either way, the messages have been muddy to say the least.

Microsoft has also said that an internet connection is required to play games. The system will perform an internet update every 24 hours to ensure the system is factory standard and legit. However, Microsoft has said that the exact time table for checks has not yet been set. They also mentioned that they are considering giving exemption passes for this internet check to certain groups that have limited access to internet. Soldiers serving oversees was specifically mentioned.

Gamers have not been happy about the news, but the executives at Microsoft know this and are planning to put all the speculation and disappointment to rest before E3. Let’s wait and see what happens.

Capcom has just released a new trailer featuring Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara’s Dwarf class. The game was quite a bit of fun when we played it at PAX East 2013. Check it out and let us know what you think in the comments below.

Dungeons & Dragons: Chronicles of Mystara is due in June on PSN, Xbox Live Wii U e-Shop, and PC for $14.99.

If you are looking for a gift for that special someone who loves racing games, this might just be the ultimate exclusive ever. Introducing the latest PlayStation 3 exclusive edition, the GRID 2 Mono Edition, which includes, for one lucky gamer, the following:

• A copy of GRID 2 for PlayStation 3 including bespoke artwork
• An actual 170 mph BAC Mono supercar in exclusive GRID 2 livery
• A day at the BAC factory, including a factory tour and time spent with technicians to customise the BAC Mono for size and specifications
• A GRID 2: Mono Edition-branded Bell Racing helmet
• Race suit, boots and gloves, all made to measure in BAC Mono and GRID 2 branding
• A PlayStation 3

How much would something like this run?

All this can be yours for just $190,000 (£125,000).

Yo yo yo! Welcome to the lean, mean n00bcast 15. In this episode we cover the Xbox One reveal and what we thought about the things Microsoft has shown us thus far.  Is it the One console you’ll need this generation?  Or is it going to fall flat compared to the awesomeness of the PlayStation 4?  We also cover their controversial used game policy, and how that may drive people back to Sony.

Have no doubt… you’ll wanna check it out.

Or you can download it here.

Show Notes

Intro/Outro: DJ Cutman (Please check his site to listen and purchase the awesome music here)

Earlier this month, a leak revealed SimCity’s next expansion but EA never confirmed the leak; until today. EA has just confirmed that amusement parks will be coming to SimCity as DLC on May 28th. At this point in time there is no pricing information available.

Amusement parks have to be built and organizing it is almost a game in-and-of itself. Your city can earn money from admission but it is up to you to keep the park organized, doing so will ensure you get the biggest return on your investment.

SimCity is out now exclusively on Origin for the PC / Mac.

Today Chillingo, EA’s leading independent mobile games publisher, has announced that they will be partnering with Ninja Theory to publish a new mobile game for the iOS and Android, called Fightback.  Fightback will be Ninja Theory’s first attempt at publishing a mobile game.

Fightback is a free-to-play, neon filled, action game with a “striking 80s action movie vibe and a revolutionary touch-based combat system.”

“Chillingo is very excited to collaborate with such a talented, critically-acclaimed studio to help shape their first title for the mobile market,” states Ed Rumley, COO, Chillingo. “Our team is working closely with Ninja Theory to ensure Fightback delivers a phenomenal experience for mobile and tablet devices.”

“Mobile and tablet gaming is a phenomenon that we just couldn’t ignore as a studio and we’re very proud to be working with one of the industry’s heavy-weights on bringing Fightback to market,” proclaims Dominic Matthews, Product Manager, Ninja Theory Ltd.  “Ninja Theory has always strived for the highest production values and that absolutely remains the case in this exciting new space.”

Fightback is set for release sometime this summer.  Previews of the game will be shown to the press at E3

A few days ago, Amazon showed off the placeholders for the new box art for Xbox One games. As it turns out, they aren’t that far off. Today, Microsoft released the box art for Forza Motorsport 5 and it shows off the final design of the game. We have to say that it looks a lot better than the 360 box art does now. A solid, consistent color scheme that works well with all art is definitely the way to go.

Take a look and let us know what you think below.

Atlus has just released a new trailer for Shin Megami Tensei IV. Here is how Atlus describes the video:

Shin Megami Tensei IV features new demons, dungeons, new story arcs and more. Check out the video below and let us know what you think. The game will release on July 16, 2013 for the Nintendo 3DS

With the unveiling of both the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, questions have been raised concerning the remaining life of the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3. During the Stifel 2013 Tech Conference, EA CFO Blake Jorgensen said Electronic Arts plans on supporting current-gen consoles until 2017. This makes sense considering the massive install-base the current generation has.

What do you think about this? Let us know in the comments below.

Today on Amazon Germany, a placeholder for Mirror’s Edge 2 showed up on the site. This should be treated as a rumor since placeholders are used all the time.  However, this is a good indication that the game is being working on and that we may see something about it at E3 this year.

Keep your fingers crossed and stay tuned for more information as it is released.