Uncharted 3 Multiplayer Beta Details

Here are some FAQs answered by Naughty Dog regarding the upcoming multiplayer beta of Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception.

When can I start playing? Tuesday, June 28, for all Infamous 2 and current PlayStation Plus members, who all get early access to the Beta.

If you’re not an owner of Infamous 2 or a current PlayStation Plus member, we’re opening the floodgates to the Uncharted 3 Multiplayer Beta for EVERYONE on Monday, July 4.

What time EXACTLY can I start playing? We don’t have an exact time for when the Beta will be available for download from the PSN Stores – keep an eye out on the Naughty Dog Twitter and we’ll update as soon as we know it’s gone live.

Is the Beta available in my region/country? The Beta will be available in all current PSN Store regions, including Korea – except in Japan and the remaining SCE Asia stores.

When does the Beta end? The Uncharted 3 Multiplayer Beta will end on Wednesday, July 13.

What gametypes and maps are available? Throughout the three weeks of the Beta, we’ll be rotating through a variety competitive and co-op gametypes, along with access to three different maps.

June 28 to July 4

Gametypes:

Team Deathmatch, Plunder, Three Team Deathmatch, Co-op Arena

Maps:

Airstrip, Chateau

July 4 to July 8

Gametypes:

Team Deathmatch, Free For All, Team Objective, Co-op Hunter

Maps:

Airstrip, Chateau

July 9 to July 13

Gametypes:

Team Deathmatch, Three Team Deathmatch, Co-op Adventure

Maps:

Airstrip, Yemen

Can you tell me more about a specific gametype or map? They say a picture is worth a thousand words right? So a video is worth at least 24,000 words per second multiplied by… or something. Check out the video below for looks at most, but not all, of the Gametypes, Maps, and options you can experience in the Uncharted 3 Multiplayer Beta.

Uncharted 3 Multiplayer Reveal

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Co-op Hunter Gameplay - Airstrip Map

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Co-op Adventure Gameplay - Syria Map

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Chateau Multiplayer Map Flythrough

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Airstrip Multiplayer Map Flythrough

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Can I upload videos and photos to Facebook or YouTube? No, that functionality is not available during the Beta.Will my Beta progress or unlocks carry over to the final game? No, what happens in the Uncharted 3 Multiplayer Beta stays in the Beta, however we’ve lined up some killer rewards for the retail version of Uncharted 3 if you keep playing in the Beta:

• Download the Uncharted 3 Beta and receive the exclusive UNCHARTED 3 PSN Beta Tester Avatar!
• Complete 10 matches in every Gametype of Competitive Multiplayer and receive the Exclusive Beta Decal Pack 1!
• Complete 5 matches in every Gametype of Co-operative Multiplayer and receive the Exclusive Beta Decal Pack 2!
• Complete 4 Treasure Sets and receive the Treasure Hunter's Starter Pack!
• Rank up to level 25 in the Beta and receive a handsome reward of in-game cash on day one!

Is there a level cap in the Beta? Yes, it’s currently set to level 25.

Source: [Naughty Dog Blog]

California vs. Violent Video Games case is finally over

Violent video games wins! The long running Brown vs. EMA case, formerly known as Schwarzenegger vs. Entertainment Merchants Association, is finally over and as you might have guessed, the law got struck down by a mighty hammer.

"The act forbidding sale or rental of violent games to minors does not comport with the 1st Amendment," said Justice Antonin Scalia.

The law was struck down with a 7-2 majority.

Since 2005, politicians in California have been wasting tax dollars on attempting to push an unconstitutional law that has been ruled unconstitutional in every court it's entered. The bill attempts to govern the sale of games to minors by law, and has been argued by many as an attempt single out videogames.

You can read the syllabus of all this insanity here.

Kenshi joins Mortal Kombat on July 5

Nether Realms is finally releasing Kenshi, the blind swordsman that uses ghosts to slice his enemies. He will be the second DLC character for Mortal Kombat and from the look of the official site, there should be two characters to be revealed. Check out Kenshi's trailer now to see how he plays

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Duke Nukem 3D: Reloaded

Ok, so Duke Nukem Forever wasn't as good as everyone expected even after 12 years in development. This might be good news for all you Duke fans out there who think he can still make a come back.

A small Danish studio called Interceptor Entertainment is working a HD remake of the famous Duke Nukem 3D. Duke Nukem 3D: Reloaded has been acknowledged and greenlit by Gearbox Software and Jon St. John, the voice of Duke, will also be contributing his voice for the game.

It won't just be Duke Nukem 3D with HD graphics, they claim that it'll play like a modern shooter (hopefully better than Forever), have 16 player multiplayer and a demo is in the works.

Shake it baby!

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Square Enix to release a chiptune album

Square Enix will be releasing an album of chiptune songs that will rock your 8-bit eardrums.

SQ Chips will have tracks from the likes of Final Fantasy, Chrono Trigger, Unlimited SaGa, the Mana series, even Brave Fencer Musashi, and more! Each of these tunes is run through the retro filter and spit out as 8-bit chiptunes.

SQ Chips will drop on September 7 for the price of 1890 yen ($23.50).