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Point Grey, a BC-based designer and manufacturer of innovative, high-performance digital cameras, has announced the release of the all-new Ladybug®5 camera, the next-generation version of the popular Ladybug series of 360-degree cameras, continuing Point Grey’s long-standing leadership in spherical imaging. The new LD5-U3-51S5C redefines past performance benchmarks, boasting an impressive 30 megapixels (MP) of total resolution covering 90% of a full sphere; a 5Gbit/s USB 3.0 interface; and a ground-breaking post-processing workflow that provides high dynamic range, superb image quality and maximum user flexibility. Read the rest of this entry »

You are standing at the edge of a massive battlefield. Before you stands a sea of enemies: wyvern riders, dark mages, fearsome knights. You and your companions must use your wits to defeat the approaching onslaught. One wrong move could end in defeat. But the right decisions could result in a glorious victory. Your archer is in position. Your healer is standing close. You are defending the Kingdom of Ylisse from a vicious enemy alongside the bravest warriors in the land. You are ready. This is Fire Emblem Awakening. Read the rest of this entry »

Toronto’s Claron Technology has been invited to showcase its new BlackBerry® 10 app for the Nil family of medical imaging viewers at BlackBerry Experience Forum events. Taking advantage of the enhanced multimedia and multi-touch functionality of the new BlackBerry 10 platform, the Nil app supports anytime, anywhere web-based review of a full range of medical imaging modalities and reports, such as X-Ray, CT and MRI. Read the rest of this entry »

Following the recent test launch in Canada that propelled the game to the top three grossing spot in the Racing category, and into the Top 50 overall Free Apps on the App Store, Sky Pirates Racing by Vancouver’s Fathom Interactive is now available globally for the iPad, iPhone, Amazon Kindle Fire and on Facebook, while the Google Play for Android version will be available next week. Sky Pirates Racing is a 3D cross-platform multiplayer game where players compete in real time. Racers must speed through a three-lap, six-player race on their magic-powered Glidewings. The game is the latest addition to the Sky Pirates of Neo Terra franchise, featuring steampunk-inspired visuals designed by renowned pop surrealism artist Camilla d’Errico. Read the rest of this entry »

Newly out on iTunes is Death Ray Manta, an arena shooter for iOS devices made by UK developer Rob Fearon and Ottawa-based PsychicParrot Games. Earning an 8/10 from Edge Magazine and co-star of the Eurogamer Expo 2012, Death Ray Manta involves blowing stuff up and making pretty colours in the spirit of Minter, Jarvis and Fearon. Based on the acclaimed PC/Mac game of the same name, Death Ray Manta features two sticks and a screen full of laser beams just like any great arcade game should.
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Firebase Industries Ltd. is proud to announce that their sophomore game, Arcadecraft, is now available on the Xbox Live Indie Games Marketplace for the price of 240 MS Points.  Arcadecraft puts the player in the role of a 1980 video game arcade entrepreneur, when video games were seen as nothing more than a passing fad to be capitalized on. Bank loan in hand, deep in debt, and tied to a lease, the player must use their finances to purchase arcade machines from the multiple manufacturers and then move and rotate them into position within their arcade. Attracting customers with the hottest new games, players start building a fortune one quarter at a time while navigating the financial rollercoaster ride that was the historic fast rise, immediate collapse, and glorious return of the arcade industry over six full years of accelerated time simulation. Read the rest of this entry »

Big Blue Bubble is proud to announce that their latest photo – physics based game, Pin Something, is now available on iTunes!  Pin Something is a simple but challenging game where you must pin flying photos to a cork board until it is completely covered, but be careful of bombs – they explode if touched. Photos fly faster and faster so be quick to pin because three strikes and you’re out! Read the rest of this entry »

Montreal game publisher Strategy First and Spanish developer Pyxel Arts Digital Entertainment are pleased to announce the release of Anmynor Puzzles available to all participating worldwide digital distribution networks.  Developed by Pyxel Arts Digital Entertainment the PC Puzzles game features 100 challenging levels of magic and alchemy. Order Anmynor Puzzles today from Strategy First for your PC, Mac or Linux machine and receive a 25% discount from the original price of $9.99. Read the rest of this entry »

theScore Inc. has announced the re-launch of its flagship mobile product, theScore, for Android devices. Sports fans and fantasy league managers on Android devices will now be able to enjoy a visually richer and more user-friendly experience. Based on the design of its critically acclaimed iPhone and iPad apps, theScore for Android is completely free to download and has an all-new look and feel including: Read the rest of this entry »

The lines between home and work are blurring. With busy lives and packed schedules, Canadian families need a way to manage “one life”. They want to be able to work where, how and when they want – on their terms. According to an Ipsos Reid study released today, 70 per cent of Canadian parents depend on technology to keep their families connected, while 78 per cent believe that technology allows their families to stay better organized. This survey, commissioned by Microsoft Canada, found that Canadians believe their lives have grown more complex over the past three years, and as a result, are utilizing new technology such as smartphones and cloud services to connect with family members on-the-go and stay on top of their hectic schedules. Read the rest of this entry »