Alexander Sliwinski
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Alexander is the News Editor for Joystiq and has been a prolific contributor to the site for over half a decade. Responsible for more than 8,000 posts and distinguished by his breaking and original news reports. Alexander has a degree in Broadcast Journalism from Hofstra University. He's currently studying for his MBA at Northeastern University.
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Banked Microsoft Points will convert to local currency at 'equal or greater' value
The Xbox ecosystem's conversion to local currency will be "equal or greater" than the existing Microsoft Point value currently banked on accounts. "When the transition takes place, the balance of Microsoft Points in an account will be retired and the customer will be given an amount in local ...
Looking for that song from the Assassin's Creed 4 'Horizon' trailer?
If you enjoyed the song from the Assassin's Creed 4 "Horizon" trailer, it's called "Full Circle" by Half Moon Run. We've grabbed iTunes, Spotify and YouTube links if you'd like to pick it up through non piratical means. ...
'Contra Run and Gun' trademarked in US
Konami has submitted a trademark application for Contra Run and Gun. Noticed by NeoGAF user Rösti, the USPTO application points to some new Contra game, but we've yet to hear anything out of Konami at this year's E3 about a new installment in the run and gun franchise. A new Contra was ...
Call of Duty: Ghosts exorcises several gameplay videos
Get the behind-closed-doors E3 experience with these gameplay videos for Call of Duty: Ghosts. We say that, because if you go to check out the game at the show, these videos are what you're going to see. And you get to do it without the cacophony of show floor noise and with the luxury of doing ...
Seen@E3: The Saints go with the flow
Saints Row 4 is being shown at E3 and if there's anything those rascally Saints know how to do it's self promotion. These two thespians of marketing pictured were seen on the show floor promoting Saints Flow, the energy drink available at your local Steelport convenience store and Planet Saints. ...
The Evil Within, Wolfenstein confirmed for PS4, Xbox One
It's a mere formality at this point, but Bethesda Softworks has officially confirmed Wolfenstein: The New Order and The Evil Within for Xbox One and PlayStation 4. The games were previously announced for Xbox 360, PS3 and PC as well. Bethesda also released some more screenshots for both games, ...
Nintendo pictorial booth tour
Nintendo's booth showcases the company's friendly atmosphere, featuring whimsical statues and vehicles for photo opportunities. Princess Peach playing cuddly cat woman is adorable, but so are the super-sized Pikmin. Those looking for a photo memory can hop in a Mario Kart or take a non aquatic ...
Wii Fit Trainer will battle the bulge in Super Smash Bros.
In a "one more thing" moment at the Nintendo event this morning, it was announced that the Wii Fit Trainer will join the battle in Super Smash Bros. This follows this morning's announcement of new characters The Villager from Animal Crossing and Mega Man. ...
Bayonetta 2 to include two-player mode
In addition to Bayonetta 2's single player experience, the game will also feature a two-player mode. The feature was just announced at a Nintendo E3 presentation. There are no further details at this time, but we'll be sure to follow up. New screenshots of the Wii U game have also been released, ...
Wii U games for Best Buy events announced
Nintendo President Reggie Fils-Aime has revealed the games that will be playable at the company's E3 special events at Best Buy this week. Mario Kart 8 Super Mario 3D World (for Wii U... yeah, it's confusing) Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD The demos ...
