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Clumsy on-screen controls have long plagued mobile gaming, but on June 14th 2013 this everyday gaming frustration will be a thing of the past for Android users. The revolutionary MOGA Mobile Gaming Controllers hit the shelves in the UK, transforming consumers' existing Android smartphones and tablets into portable, precision gaming systems.

The game-changing MOGA Pocket Controller features dual analogue sticks, shoulder triggers and four action buttons, and connects wirelessly via Bluetooth^TM, transforming consumers' existing smartphones and tablets into precision gaming systems - with no extra hardware required. Using the MOGA Arm^TM to secure your smartphone, MOGA Pocket gamers benefit from a uniquely slim and sleek ergonomic design that maximises portability, whilst also minimising wrist fatigue during gaming sessions. Perfect for the gamer-on-the-go, the MOGA Pocket looks set to be a big winner with commuters with its discreet, compact design.

The MOGA Pro Controller is designed for mobile gamers looking for extended playtime. Designed for maximum comfort and control, the MOGA Pro has full-sized grips, dual analogue sticks and a D-Pad, bringing console-class gaming to the mobile environment. Unlike the MOGA Pocket, there is no need for batteries as the controller is fully rechargeable and also HID enabled to grant a mobile gamer access to a wider collection of gaming titles.

The MOGA Controllers benefit from an extensive library of games that can be accessed via the free, downloadable MOGA Pivot^TM app. All a user has to do is download the app from Google Play to their tablet or smartphone to reap the rewards of MOGA Enhanced game titles, including big-hitters such as Grand Theft Auto: Vice City, Real Soccer 2013, PACMAN® by Namco and many more. The Pivot^TM App is constantly updating, providing MOGA users with an extensive collection of new games every month.

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The New Xperia^TM ZR Waterproof* Smartphone with Superior Sony Engineering

• Sleek and durable smartphone with the highest level of water-resistance for filming in Full HD underwater
• Capture perfect photos and videos in any conditions with the 13 MP fast capture camera with HDR video and "Exmor RS for mobile"
• Generous 4.6" HD Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 for sharp and bright viewing experience
• Widest range of NFC-enabled accessories for the greatest choice in one-touch sharing and viewing experiences

Sony Mobile Communications ("Sony Mobile") today introduces the new Xperia ZR featuring the highest level of water-resistance for capturing photos and Full HD videos underwater. This Android smartphone offers leading technology and content with a 4.6" HD Reality display, 13 megapixel fast capture camera, Qualcomm® Snapdragon^TM S4 Pro quad-core 1.5 GHz processor, and 4G LTE.

"The Xperia ZR pushes the boundaries on where and how consumers can use the full potential of their smartphone. By combining Sony's leading camera technology with the highest level of water-resistance, you will never miss another moment." said Calum MacDougall, Director of Xperia Marketing at Sony Mobile Communications. "Bringing together the best of Sony's leading technology, media applications and easy one-touch connectivity with the largest ever range of NFC-enabled accessories, the Xperia ZR delivers the unique smartphone experience that people can expect from Sony."

The ultimate in durable design

Xperia ZR is precision-crafted to handle whatever life throws at it. With its sleek, yet durable design, the Xperia ZR is your perfect companion in and out of the water. As well as being dust-resistant, this waterproof* phone is IP55 and IP58 compliant, so you can keep it submerged in 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes. Combined with its dedicated camera key, the waterproof capabilities let you shoot videos in Full HD or snap pictures underwater, capturing the sharpest visuals. The camera key also allows you to shoot even from a locked screen, meaning you'll never miss a moment again.

Featuring Sony's "Exmor RS for mobile" image sensor with HDR (High Dynamic Range) for both photos and videos, the Xperia ZR captures perfect pictures and videos, no matter what the conditions. Superior Auto mode combines Scene Recognition with high quality performance image processing technology (HDR and noise reduction) to automatically shoot with the most optimal settings. And when you want to capture action fast, simply turn on burst mode to shoot an unlimited number of images at 15 frames per second.

Xperia ZR also features Battery STAMINA Mode which significantly improves the standby time of your smartphone by four times or more** by automatically shutting down battery-draining apps whenever the screen is off and starting them up again when the screen is back on.

The solid yet comfortable styling of the Xperia ZR is matched by a choice of classic and fresh colours - black, white, pink and mint - each allowing you to express your individual style.

High quality viewing experience

Enjoy entertainment on the go with the super-sharp 4.6" HD Reality Display powered by Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 using the contrast enhancement technology expertise from Sony's range of BRAVIA TVs, which together with the beautifully designed OptiContrast^TM panel, delivers a beautiful high quality viewing experience.

The OptiContrast^TM panel reduces reflections and provides clearer viewing, even in bright sunlight, and creates a seamlessly black surface when the phone is turned off. By eliminating the sensor layer and integrating the sensor on the lens, responsiveness of the screen is increased, so now your touch is both more effective and more intuitive. And with Sony's unique prediction filter to help better detect the movement of your finger, scrolling on the Xperia ZR is reassuringly smooth.

Consistent Sony media entertainment experiences

The "WALKMAN", Album and Movies applications enable discovery of online and offline content through a single access point with new ways to enjoy and share that content.

The "WALKMAN" application provides access to all your downloaded music, a library of over 20 million songs to explore from Music Unlimited*** and Facebook social integration.

The Movies application provides access to over 150,000 movies and TV series from Video Unlimited***. The Album application enables easy access to Facebook friends' photos and browsing photos by location. A new feature of this app is 'Faces' which recognizes and sorts the faces in your photo album so you can tag existing contacts or add names to familiar faces.

Ease of sharing and enjoyment

One-touch functions let you easily share music, photos and videos from your smartphone to the widest range NFC-enabled Sony devices, including speakers, headphones and TVs.

Joining the ever expanding range, the new Stereo Bluetooth^TM Headset SBH50 is an advanced app-enabled wireless headset with built-in FM radio, OLED display and one-touch connection for wireless audio streaming. Simply touch your Xperia ZR once to the headset to instantly pair the devices and make a call or begin listening to tracks. The SBH50 is available in either black or white colour variants. Other accessories which complement the Xperia ZR are the Charging Dock DK28 and SmartWatch MN2.

Key features for Xperia ZR

• 4.6" HD Reality Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2 for sharp and bright viewing experience
• 13MP fast capture camera with "Exmor RS for mobile" and HDR for perfect photos and videos in any conditions
• Waterproof* and dust-resistant (IP55 /IP58) for the ultimate in durable design
• Qualcomm Snapdragon^TM S4 Pro quad-core 1.5 GHz processor with 2GB RAM for fast performance
• Battery STAMINA Mode for outstanding battery life

The Xperia ZR will launch in various global markets from Q2 2013 (availability will vary by market).

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The company says it will have about 500 games when the device launches in June, and you can pre-order the console now. GamePop says its service costs $6.99 per month, but you're actually required to pay for a full year up front if you pre-order, meaning it'll cost you almost $84 to get the console. If you buy the console after it launches, you'll have to return it to the company if you cancel your subscription within the first year.

GamePop hasn't released a list of all its game titles, but in an interview, BlueStacks CEO Rosen Sharma said his company is working with Google to add the Google Play Android app store console to the device, which would allow you to download just about any game. (That could be a bit of a challenge though, since developers have to follow a certain set of guidelines if they want to add Play to their devices. Google typically only allows Play to run on smartphones and tablets that can access other Google services like Google Maps.)

But GamePop does have partnerships with some recognizable Android game developers like Glu Mobile, which makes the popular "Gun Bros." games, and Intellijoy, which makes children's apps. The company will announce more titles and developer partners before the console launches.

Overall, GamePop is an interesting approach. There's definitely an opening to bring casual mobile gaming to the living room, especially since many of those games have resolutions so high that they look great on big-screen HD TVs. (Watch the video below to see that for yourself.) And moving forward, Sharma said he'd like to make it so you can play a game on the console and pick up where you left off on your smartphone. That's the ultimate dream, but we're still a long way off from it.

The whole concept is in its infancy, and no one has truly nailed it yet. GamePop is a big bet that people will want to pay a subscription fee for a limited selection of games instead of paying for individual titles.

GamePop's biggest competitor Ouya has gotten a lot of negative reviews for having poor build quality and the fact that most Android games aren't built for regular video game console controllers. GamePop will have such a controller, but you'll also be able to download an Android or iPhone app if you want to control the action with your phone.

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Possible: More Offbeat Gaming Endeavors

Google already dabbles in game design, occasionally releasing games in the form of Google Doodles, such as Zamboni and Soccer, and running the augmented-reality game Ingress through its Niantic Labs studio. Google could be bringing Falstein on board just to make better games. Or, given the data-mining potential of Ingress, perhaps Falstein's job will be to find new ways to influence user behavior through gaming. (One of his main interests, according to TechCrunch, is the field of "serious games," which attempt to teach or persuade rather than simply entertain.)

One thing to note, though: Google tried hiring a high-profile game executive before, bringing on former Sony manager Mark DeLoura in 2010 to serve as game-developer evangelist. He left the company four months later, saying it wasn't a perfect fit.

Likely: New Gaming Platform, Hopefully Not Just Android

Android has plenty of games, but it doesn't have an overarching experience similar to Xbox Live or iOS Game Center. There are no achievements, no friends lists and no standard multiplayer features. That could change soon, given the leaked details posted by Android Police.

But hopefully the effort doesn't stop with Android. Last year, Google+ product manager Punit Soni promised a more unified gaming platform for Android, Chrome and Google+. "By next year, we will not be here talking about Google+ Games, Chrome Web Store games, Games for Native Client and Android games. We will be talking about Google games," Soni said, according to VentureBeat. Google has a tendency to make empty promises, but I'd like to be surprised by a gaming platform that isn't siloed on Android.

A Google Game Console: Too Soon?

Given the paucity of rumors on this topic, it seems unlikely that Google is getting ready to announce a game console of its own. But it's not a crazy idea. Smaller companies like Ouya and GameStick are prepping their own consoles based on Android, and Nvidia is working on an Android gaming handheld. There's plenty of buzz around these devices, and Google hasn't enjoyed much set-top-box success with Google TV, so a Nexus console could provide a better path into the living room. Google could start by coming up with its own standard for physical game controls in Android, with a clear way for users to find supported games, but I have no idea whether that's something we'll see at Google I/O.

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Blendoku, a new game released this month by Lonely Few, is taking the world by storm. Based on a simple premise, the game challenges the player to complete a crossword-like board of colors. Like other highly addictive puzzle games, Blendoku's design is effortlessly simple but has a level of depth and challenge that's keeping players hooked. Unlike other puzzle games, however, it is also educational, teaching players advanced color comprehension taught only in the finest art schools.

Based purely on the principles of colors and how they blend, the gameplay is highly accessible for all ages and cultural backgrounds. While enjoying the game’s 475 levels, the player is indirectly learning the core fundamentals of color theory and color-blending techniques.

Blendoku is so effective at teaching color that multiple institutions are now using it as actual in-class exercises. The developers were even asked to address a community of art teachers about how Blendoku can be used broadly to teach color theory.

Usually, a game that's as effective at teaching will unfortunately lack enough gameplay to keep most players interested. Blendoku, however, was designed as a real game, and as such, it has no problem keeping players entertained. In the short time since its launch, Blendoku has earned a staggering amount of positive user reviews and was prominently featured by Apple in the App Store.

After thousands of reviews earning an average user score of 96%, Blendoku's cementing itself as the next big thing in mobile gaming. Blendoku is now available on Apple's App Store and Google's Play Store as free downloads.

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The results came from James Coote, developer of the upcoming OUYA game called Executive Star, and although we did not expect much from the OUYA since it is based on Nvidia's Tegra 3 SoC paired up with 1GB of RAM and 8GB of internal storage it is still quite dissapointing to see it take 73rd and 71st place in the 3DMark Ice Storm and Ice Storm Extreme where it gets outperformed by many tablets and smartphones.

In case you missed it the Ice Storm test is aimed at Android smartphone or tablet devices and includes two graphics tests that should put some strain on GPU and a physics test that will measure the CPU performance. Ice Storm Extreme is quite similar but raises the resolution to 1080p and uses higher quality textures and post-processing effects. Ice Storm Extreme will also soon be available in the Windows version as well, which should allow for direct comparison of Windows and Android based tablets.

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Microsoft holds patents relating to navigation and how websites display content; technology used on the Android and Chrome platforms. Terms of the Foxconn deal were not released, but the company will pay Microsoft a royalty for the Android- and Chrome OS-based devices it produces.

"We are pleased that the list of companies benefitting from Microsoft's Android licensing program now includes the world's largest contract manufacturer, Hon Hai," Horacio Gutierrez, corporate vice president and deputy general counsel of the Intellectual Property Group at Microsoft, said in a statement. "By licensing both brand name companies and their contract manufacturers, we have successfully increased the overall effectiveness and global reach of the program."

"We recognize and respect the importance of international efforts that seek to protect intellectual property," said Samuel Fu, director of the Intellectual Property Department at Hon Hai. "The licensing agreement with Microsoft represents those efforts and our continued support of international trade agreements that facilitate implementation of effective patent protection."

Fu said Hon Hai has more than 54,000 patents of its own.

With the Foxconn deal, "nearly all manufacturers in the Android ecosystem have taken an IP license," Gutierrez tweeted last night.

Microsoft's patent licensing program dates back to Dec. 2003. The company has previously signed patent licensing deals with companies like HTC, Samsung, Suanta, Copal Electronics, Wistron, LG, and Pegatron.

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The investigation occurs after a local site, called TaiwanSamsungLeaks, accused the South Korean company of "evil marketing" for covertly criticizing rival products through anonymous Internet users. As evidence, the site published documents allegedly from Samsung's hired marketing firm cataloguing the different forum posts it made last year on local gadget sites.

The topics covered included a user complaining that his girlfriend's HTC One X phone was constantly crashing, and how Samsung's Galaxy Note phone was superior to HTC's Sensation XL handset.

Benchmark reviews were also posted, claiming that Samsung's Galaxy S3 outperformed the HTC One X in battery life and graphics. In addition, some of the comments tried to praise Samsung, and asked if the company's handsets had helped local users earn job promotions.

Samsung said it has as yet to receive a notice from Taiwan's FTC on the investigation. But the "unfortunate incident" did occur, the company admitted.

"Samsung Electronics Taiwan (SET) has ceased all marketing activities that involve the posting of anonymous comments," it said on Tuesday in a statement. The company adheres to "transparent and honest communications with consumers," and is working to prevent the problem from occurring again.

HTC, however, said in a statement it won't rule out "taking appropriate action" to protect the company and its consumers. Taiwan is HTC's home market.

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Fit

• Adjustable nosepads and durable frame fits any face.
• Extra nosepads in two sizes.

Display

High resolution display is the equivalent of a 25 inch high definition screen from eight feet away.

Camera

• Photos - 5 MP
• Videos - 720p

Audio

• Bone Conduction Transducer

Connectivity

• Wifi - 802.11b/g
• Bluetooth

Storage

• 12 GB of usable memory, synced with Google cloud storage. 16 GB Flash total.

Battery

One full day of typical use. Some features, like Hangouts and video recording, are more battery intensive.

Charger

• Included Micro USB cable and charger.

While there are thousands of Micro USB chargers out there, Glass is designed and tested with the included charger in mind. Use it and preserve long and prosperous Glass use.

Compatibility

• Any Bluetooth-capable phone.
• The MyGlass companion app requires Android 4.0.3 (Ice Cream Sandwich) or higher. MyGlass enables GPS and SMS messaging.

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While the phones have large screen sizes, there's otherwise nothing particularly high-end about them.

The 6.3-inch model comes with a 720p display (Samsung lists it only as "HD," but uses "Full HD" to indicate a 1080p display), a 1.7GHz dual-core processor from an unnamed manufacturer, 1.5GB of RAM, and 8 or 16GB of storage. The 5.8-inch model steps down to a 960×540 display, a 1.4GHz dual-core processor, 1.5GB of RAM, and only 8GB of storage. Both include Android 4.2, the latest version of Android.

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Samsung Introduces the GALAXY Mega

New GALAXY Mega offers the latest smartphone features with an extensive viewing experience.

SEOUL, Korea, April 11, 2013 – Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, a global leader in digital media and digital convergence technologies, today announced the Samsung GALAXY Mega, a device that combines the portability and convenience of a smartphone with the power, multitasking capabilities and extensive viewing experience of a tablet. The newest addition to the GALAXY family balances an optimal viewing experience on a 6.3-inch HD screen, yet is ultra-thin and portable enough to put into a pocket or hold in one hand. The GALAXY Mega offers a mix of popular smartphone and tablet features such as an effortless user experience, a split screen, multitasking between video and other apps and more.

"We are aware of a great potential in the bigger screen for extensive viewing multimedia, web browsing, and more," said JK Shin, CEO and Head of IT & Mobile Business, Samsung Electronics. "We are excited to provide another choice to meet our consumers' varying lifestyles, all while maintaining the high-quality features of the award-winning GALAXY series."

Best of Both Worlds

The GALAXY Mega is an ideal choice for customers who want to get the most out of one device that brings great quality at an even greater value. With a 6.3-inch HD LCD screen with landscape mode support, the GALAXY Mega enables an exceptional widescreen view for various applications including web browsing, video, and SNS.

The GALAXY Mega is also light and thin for incredible portability and easy, convenient mobile phone use. Customers can stay connected with a variety of new phone features including:

· 'Group Play': Enables easy content sharing for up to 8 devices on the same Wi-Fi network.
· 'Samsung WatchON': Transforms into an IR remote controller for a richer TV experience. Connect the device to your home entertainment system, and it will provide program recommendations, schedules, and even remotely control your TV.
· 'Samsung Link': Easily streams photos, videos, notes, or music to your television, tablet or computer.
· 'S Translator': Say or text what you need translated into the GALAXY Mega, and it will provide instant translation, using text or voice translation on applications including email, and ChatON.
· 'ChatON': Share what's on your screen with friends to stay more connected.

Productivity and Multimedia for the Multi-Tasker

GALAXY Mega users will accomplish more with the rich, interactive experience and increased usability of the widescreen mode. Split screen capability for a variety of applications including email, messages, 'MyFiles,' 'S Memo,' 'S Planner', and more, makes for increased efficiency. With the popular 'Air View' feature, customers can preview information in emails, photos in Gallery, and speed dial contacts.
The GALAXY Mega is equipped with an enhanced 8 megapixel rear-facing camera with a 1.9 megapixel front-facing camera, along with a variety of camera modes including 'Drama Shot' (merging continuous shots of a moving object), 'Sound & Shot' (captures 9 seconds of sound and voice together as the picture is taken to capture moments), 'Rich tone,' 'Sports' and more. The device also packs various newly-introduced features for endless entertainment, including:

· 'S Travel': Provides trip information, local guides and resources and more

· 'Story Album': Allows customers to create albums of daily events, keep special moments in one place using a timeline, geo-tag information and publish digital albums in hard copy

For users seeking the same great tablet features with even more portability, Samsung is introducing the GALAXY Mega 5.8. This more compact version features a 5.8-inch screen.

Both GALAXY Mega 6.3 and 5.8 run on the latest Android 4.2 Jelly Bean experience, and feature Dual Core Processor, spacious internal storage along with up to 64GB of expandable memory to store favorite apps, music, videos, photos and more. The devices' advanced software also facilitates more efficient processor use for improved battery life, meaning users can enjoy longer talk time and multimedia use.

The GALAXY Mega will be available globally beginning May from Europe and Russia. The product availability varies by market and will be rolled out gradually.

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Worms™ 2: Armageddon available now for Android!

9th April 2013, Wakefield, Yorkshire, UK – Team17 Digital Limited is excited to announce that their iOS hit Worms 2: Armageddon is now available to download for Android and Kindle Fire HD for £2.99/€3.99/$4.99!

Grab your grenades and prepare for battle, as the worms are back, bigger and better than ever in Worms™ 2: Armageddon! The best-selling turn-based-strategy blast-a-thon is now available on Android and Kindle Fire HD.

Worms™ 2: Armageddon features:
Authentic Worms™ gameplay with cartoon-style visuals, comical audio and a refined control system using the innovative touch screen user interface

New to Worms? Make sure to check out the Practice mode, where you can try out weapons against A.I. dummy worms

30 Single Player missions across 5 new themes including Manhattan, Medieval, Sports, Construction and Cheese

Body Count Mode, take on endless waves of increasingly tough enemy worms

Take on players from around the world with online Wi-Fi multiplayer action for 2 players
Pass-and-Play with hotseat local multiplayer action for 2-4 players.

New weapons and utilities, including the Sentry Gun, Electromagnet, Napalm Strike, Super Sheep, Petrol Bomb, Armageddon, Drill, Earthquake and Poison Strike

Classic Worms™ weaponry, including the return of the Sheep, Holy Hand Grenade, Concrete Donkey, Parachute, Baseball Bat and Ninja Rope

Personalise the look of your team by changing their names, hat, skin, speechbank, gravestone, fort and victory dance

12 different Game Styles including new modes Fort Mode and Crazy Crates and the return existing modes Easy, Normal, Pro, 'Bazooka and Grenade', Melee, Gun Show, Heads Up, Lightside, Darkside and Sudden Death. You can even create your own Custom Game Style!

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"In a post on the Sonic Retro forums, prominent Sonic fan community members Christian “The Taxman” Whitehead and Stealth were confirmed as the power behind the port, with Whitehead stating the new version is a Retro-Engine remake like that Sonic CD was recently graced with. Expect the mobile release this month for $3; owners of the existing version will be able to update for free. A Sonic 2 remake is also on the cards."

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There are some stand out games including Final Fantasy III and also a lot of small indie games.

With the Ouya you will be able to try ever game as all games must contain a a free element be that a demo or free to play.

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• Abbigale And The Monster
• A Fist of Awesome
• Airstrike
• AmpGear
• Around the Rock Disc Golf
• A Space Shooter For 2 Bucks
• Barley-Break
• Beast Boxing Turbo
• Blood
• Bubblr
• Bunibon 2
• Canabalt
• Chomper Deluxe
• Combat Demonstration
• Command Crisis: Callsign
• ConSoul – x86 PC Emulation
• Deep Dungeouns of Doom
• Donut Get!
• Dubwars
• EMUya – NES Emulation
• Escape
• Escape F2P
• EVAC
• Farm Invasion
• Final Fantasy III
• Fist of Fury
• Flying Car
• Forsaken Planet
• Gamius Type IV
• Giana Sisters
• God Of Blades
• Grow
• Guns N Glory WW2
• Gunslugs
• Happy Vikings
• Hexicheckers
• Highway Rally
• Ice Rage
• iMech Online
• Jelly Bounce
• Jsidd Code Factory
• King of Booze
• King of the Hill
• Kinito Ninja
• Knightmare Tower
• Lemming Rampage 2
• Lord of Portals
• Maze City
• Monocle Man
• Mosaic
• Multi Space
• Mupen64Plus – N64 Emulation
• Natural Soccer
• One Tap Hero
• Orbiter
• Organ Trail
• Paper Wings
• Phoenix Revival
• Pinball Arcade
• Pingo: Puzzle Poker
• Pixel Pig Deluxe
• Pix n Love Rush
• Polarity
• Powerups That Kill
• Proton Pulse
• Puddle
• Puzzle 2
• Quizania
• Radiant
• Rage Runner
• RED
• Regular Ordinary Boy
• Riding Rhodri
• Saturday Morning RPG
• Save the Puppies
• Shuttle Rush
• Skymaze 3D
• Sophia’s World
• Space Buggers
• Space Repair Inc
• Space Sokoban
• Space Tech Quality Assurance
• Spin Wars
• Square Off
• Stalagflight (Julie Uhrman’s favorite game)
• Star Shipping
• Striker Soccer Euro 2012
• Stupid Zombies 2
• Subatomic Kangaroo World Tour
• Super Daddio 2
• SuperGNES – SNES Emulation
• Swindler
• Syder Arcade
• The Amazing Frog
• The Ball
• The Little Crane that Could
• The Secret Universe of Alpha
• The Vestibule
• Tower Master
• Twitch.tv
• Vector
• Wizorb
• Word Shaker
• Zombies & Trains

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The Android-powered console will be available initially in the US, Canada, and the UK. Those who backed the project on Kickstarter should get their consoles much sooner, however — Ouya tweeted today that emails for shipment details were being sent out today and that more shipments would roll out over the next few weeks.

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"The game includes the original Pac-Man for free, along with a new "Tournaments" mode that offers power-up items and weekly tournaments with chances to win plush toys and other Pac-Man swag. This mode includes new downloadable mazes, which is where the extra costs come in. But if you just want some Pac-Man, that's free."

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PlayJam, operator of the worlds leading Smart TV games network and creator of GameStick, today announces a wide-ranging, official partnership with Pivos Technology Group to bring full integration of XBMC platform to the world's most portable TV games console, GameStick.

Pivos will work with PlayJam's GameStick team to further extend the reach of their XBMC development to the micro games console bringing media center capability to the eagerly anticipated device launched earlier this year on Kickstarter. While GameStick is first and foremost a games console, the ability to support a wider range of media services was a much called for feature during the fund-raising campaign.

Working with Pivos, PlayJam will integrate the same platform that powers their console with a full fledged XBMC Media Center experience offering adopters a rich and compelling gaming service via a wide range of embedded devices. PlayJam has recently announced its intention to make its virtual games platform available to hardware manufacturers looking to enter the affordable TV gaming space.

"We are delighted to partner with PlayJam, the visionaries behind the android micro gaming console, GameStick" says Cory Fields, Lead XBMC Project Director at Pivos. "This unique partnership provides us the opportunity to extend our XBMC development beyond its world's leading media management capability withan established gaming platform."

"This partnership with PlayJam is a catalyst in our vision to deliver a fully customized home media gateway," commented by Jack Chen, Pivos COO."As one of the core XBMC developer and release teams, this partnership between our companies can help build one of the most dedicated and feature-rich entertainment experiences.

Jasper Smith, CEO of PlayJam concludes, "working with Pivos and the XBMC community to integrate a world class media center into GameStick is a major step forward in our ambitions. Likewise, extending the reach of our games platform via XBMC fulfills our underlying goal of accelerating the affordable TV games market. Combining the two is very much the holy grail."

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About Pivos:
Pivos Technology Group, Inc.is a global pioneer in media platform development and embedded technologies founded by a group of industrial veteran and renowned platform developers in Fremont, California. Pivos solutions include IPTV, STB/ OTT, Internet Video Streaming, VOD, multimedia playback, and digital display technologies based on its popular open source and Android development environment.

About XBMC:
XBMC is an award-winning free and open source (GPL) software media player and entertainment hub for digital media. XBMC is available for Linux, OSX, and Windows. Created in 2003 by a group of like-minded programmers, XBMC is a non-profit project run and developed by volunteers located around the world. More than 50 software developers have contributed to XBMC, and 100-plus translators have worked to expand its reach, making it available in more than 30 languages.

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The game is described on a TVO blog as a “companion ethical game” to a documentary called “Trouble in the Peace,” which addresses local opposition to pipelines and the bombing of pipelines in Peace River, B.C.

The object of the game is to build a money-making pipeline without harming the environment or angering local farmers. Its introductory video appears to depict protesting activists and a pipeline blowing up.

Politicians in B.C. say the game is a tasteless reminder of the issue at the heart of the documentary.

Beginning in 2008, a series of explosions targeting Encana pipelines rocked northern B.C., leaving residents shaken. Activist Wiebo Ludwig, previously convicted in Alberta oilpatch bombings, was arrested, but never charged. He died last year.

Mike Bernier, the mayor of Dawson Creek, said the incident should not be taken lightly.

“It wasn’t a laughing matter and to have somebody really try to take away from the devastating experience that we had by putting it into a video game -- it’s just absolutely disturbing,” Bernier said.

The video game has also garnered strong criticism in Alberta, where Premier Alison Redford said in a statement that she found it “disappointing to see a taxpayer-funded game and organization depict the blowing up of pipelines.

“It’s the exact opposite of Canada’s interests given all of Canada benefits from a strong and diverse energy sector.”

For its part, TVO said the game does not take sides in the debate over pipelines.

The broadcaster also denied suggestions the game has any links to the controversial Keystone XL pipeline project, as neither the documentary nor the game makes any mention of it.

The proposed Keystone XL pipeline, which would ship crude from Alberta’s oilsands to refineries in Texas, is facing major opposition from environmentalists who do not want to see the line constructed.

Following the backlash, TVO pulled the game from its website, pending an independent review “in the context of TVO’s programming standards.”

A report is to be delivered to TVO’s board of directors by the end of April.

Ontario’s Progressive Conservatives also slammed the game, saying it is a “flagrant misuse” of taxpayers’ money, and that it threatens to paint Ontario as anti-pipeline and anti-Western Canada.

TVO spent approximately $100,000 on both the game and the documentary.

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"It's called "Shoot Many Robots" – do we really need to explain more? Ok…

This endless runner (and gunner) has you playing as P. Walter Tugnut, the hapless hillbilly who loves nothing more than killing robots. Jettisoned from his RV, Walter barrels through farmlands and oil fields, shooting every chainsaw-wielding toaster that gets in his way. And there are LOTS of robots in his way.

Full of explosive, robot-crushing action, Shoot Many Robots skips the fluff and delivers the gruff. Did we mention you’ll be shooting a bazillion robots?"

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