Gamestop reports that, during a Comic-Con panel, Penny Arcade illustrator Mike Krahulik strongly hinted that the Penny Arcade Expo (“PAX”) may come to Austin, TX soon. This would make for a third venue, on top of existing venues in Seattle, WA and Boston, MA.
I went to PAX Prime in Seattle last year and had a blast. It was even better than the E3 of yesteryear, and if this comes to pass it’d make for a great excuse to visit Austin.
A major expansion to the turn-based strategy game Civilization V, Gods & Kings, was released today.
I love the Civilization series, although my current computer is only marginally capable of running it (actually, it works, but I hate having to turn down the graphics settings - it’s far too pretty for that). I plan to remedy this soon, and will be giving Gods & Kings a look shortly thereafter.
The expansion brings religion back to the series, allowing players to influence other cultures by way of proselytization. Additional units, new scenarios and a returning espionage element round out what looks to be a major upgrade to the already-great Civ experience.
Reviews (including this one by Ars Technica) thus far have been pretty positive. You can pick up Gods & Kings for $30 through Amazon or direct download via Steam.
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