Comcast is changing the way it charges subscribers. Instead of a cap-based system, the company says it’s moving to a usage-based system. They will offer a tiered approach and as well as a pay-per-GB approach.

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Halo 4 is getting a Limited Edition for $100.

Gamers eagerly awaiting the release of the incorrectly-named Halo 4 can now look forward to buying the Limited Edition version of the game for $100.  What does your extra $40 get you?  A lot, actually.  Here’s a list of things included with the Limited Edition:

• “War Games” map pack:  nine new maps doled out across three add-ons; no dates have been announced for the new maps, so don’t expect them at launch on November 6
• early access to six specializations:  think perks from Call of Duty
• “UNSC Infinity Briefing Packet:”  armor customization diagram, blueprint of the UNSC Infinity ship, and “additional insight” into what it means to be a Spartan
• “various digital content offerings delivered through Xbox Live”
• “special edition” of the live-action film Halo 4:  Forward Unto Dawn

-Nick’s take:  I’ll buy Halo 4, despite my misgivings about the multiplayer.  The Limited Edition sounds like a great package, too.  If you’re a big Halo fan, I’d definitely recommend picking it up, even if I don’t exactly know what some of the included stuff is.

Nvidia's GeForce GRID is a new cloud gaming service.

Some industry experts predict that cloud gaming is the future.  Cloud gaming is basically a type of streaming service in which all the games being streamed are hosted by a designated server location.  What this means for players–theoretically–is that any gaming device (PC, Mac, smartphone, tablet, gaming console) can stream any game regardless of hardware specifications.  What this usually results in, however, is low-quality graphics and input lag.

Not deterred by the mixed reaction to cloud gaming services such as OnLive, Nvidia–the manufacturer of the GeForce graphics cards–is entering the cloud gaming world with its own service, called GeForce GRID.  Supposedly, GRID will allow for gaming at 60 frames-per-second with almost no lag.  No other details were announced about GRID, but Nvidia is expected to release further details about the service soon.

-Nick’s take:  Cloud gaming–from what I’ve heard–is a decent solution if you can’t afford to buy a high-end gaming PC.  Otherwise, you’re better off sticking with PC/console games.  Nvidia is a major company with a good reputation, though, so maybe they can figure it all out?

"The South Park RPG has been delayed until 2013? You b..."

“Oh my God, they delayed the new South Park game!  You…”

Well, this is a family site, so I’ll leave the rest of that misquote up to you.  Here’s the story; the new South Park game–revealed in Game Informer‘s January issue and rumored to be called “South Park:  The Stick of Truth”–has been delayed to the first quarter of 2013.

-Nick’s take:  Well, it has to be better than South Park:  Tenorman’s Revenge, right?

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Dare to be digital! by Birmingham City…

Playing video games might be one your favorite things to do in your free time, but did you know that you can turn your love of gaming into a career? A degree program in video game development and programming combines training in both technology and art by teaching students how to design and implement the codes for video games and other software.

The most basic degree you can work towards in video game development is an associate’s degree. This degree will prepare you for an entry-level position in the gaming industry upon graduation from the program. Part of the program will focus on developing designs skills through courses like Digital Graphics and Web Animation, while you’ll also learn a lot about computer programming of all kinds and software engineering. Many associate’s degree programs in video game development and programming also provide students with basic business knowledge so they can work with the business side of the gaming industry if they choose to do so.

Whether you have already completed an associate’s degree program or you’re looking to pursue your first degree, you can also choose to enroll in a bachelor’s degree or master’s degree program in video game development and programming. These degree programs provide more in-depth training in engineering and programming and often include more general education courses than an associate’s degree program. The following schools are the top 10 colleges and universities in the country that offer gaming degree programs for students interested in pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree:

1. University of Texas at Austin

2. Penn State University

3. Rochester Institute of Technology

4. University of California, Los Angeles

5. Digipen Institute of Technology

6. University of Southern California

7. Georgia Institute of Technology

8. University of Minnesota

9. Full Sail Real World Education

10. University of Michigan at Dearborn

11. Worchester Polytechnic Institute

If you’re not interested in pursuing a degree at all, many schools also provide shorter certificate programs for video game design and programming. These programs are often offered by technical colleges and focus most on the skills needed for a particular industry rather than general education courses required by most four-year colleges and universities.

No matter which degree or certificate program you complete, there will be many career options open to you when you’ve completed your chosen program. The following are just some of the many positions you can hold with an education in video game development and programming:

• Video Game Programmer

• Video Game Designer

• Video Game Tester

• Video Game Producer

• Art Director

• Levels Artist

• Animator

• Audio Engineer

• Interactive Media Designer

• Technical Support Specialist

Tomb Raider will be at E3 this year, but it won't be in GameStop stores until next year.

Crystal Dynamics’ promising new Tomb Raider game has been delayed until the first quarter of next year (2013).  Crystal Dynamics studio head Darrell Gallagher posted a message on Tomb Raider‘s official blog, explaining that Crystal Dynamics is “doing things that are completely new to Tomb Raider in this game and the additional development time will allow us to put the finishing touches into the game and polish it to a level that you deserve. We believe this is the right choice and I guarantee it will be worth the wait.”  Mr. Gallagher also reassured gamers that the game will be shown at E3 in June and provided a teaser image to whet fan’s appetites.

-Nick’s take:  Tomb Raider is looking great so far; can’t wait to see it again at E3.  I can wait a few extra months if the game winds up being better because of the delay.

Valve's DOTA 2 is still happening. Blizzard DOTA is now...wait for it...Blizzard All-Stars.

Blizzard and Valve have ended their dispute over the DOTA (Defense of the Ancients) trademark.

The original Defense of the Ancients (DotA) was a player-created mod for Blizzard’s Warcraft III:  Reign of Chaos.  However, the creators of that game signed a deal with Valve to make a game called DOTA 2.  The name DOTA 2 does not stand for “Defense of the Ancients 2,” or so Valve says.   Meanwhile, Blizzard were themselves making a game called “Blizzard DOTA.” Activision Blizzard took Valve to court over the name, saying that they have the trademark to DotA and Defense of the Ancients and that consumers would get confused by the name DOTA 2.  Never mind the fact that this whole legal issue was extremely confusing.

The settlement reached by both Valve and Activision Blizzard states that Valve will use the name DOTA (and, thus, DOTA 2) commercially, while Blizzard can still use DOTA non-commercially for fan-made mods.  (What the heck?  Now I’m really lost.)  Also, Blizzard is changing the name of “Blizzard DOTA” to Blizzard All-Stars.  Seriously.

-Nick’s take:  This may be the most puzzling video game-related trial ever.  Also, Blizzard All-Stars?  Really?  Maybe Sony will jump on the bandwagon and sue Blizzard over confusion with PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale.

Dishonored will be released on October 9.

Bethesda and developer Arkane Studios’ new IP (intellectual property) Dishonored is coming out for the PC, PS3, and Xbox 360 on October 9.  Dishonored is a first-person stealth/action game with a futuristic steampunk aesthetic and a variety of supernatural abilities for the player to wield.

-Nick’s take:  Dishonored has me intrigued.  We’ll find out in early October whether or not this promising new game delivers.

Agent 47 is back in two new games this year...sort of.

Hitman:  Absolution–the new Hitman game from developer Io Interactive and publisher Square Enix–will be releasing for the PS3, Xbox 360, and PC on November 20.  Those who want their fill of Hitman action sooner can preorder Absolution through select retailers to gain access to Hitman:  Sniper Challenge.  Sniper Challenge is basically a standalone Hitman mission that can unlock stuff in Hitman:  Absolution.  Hitman:  Sniper Challenge will be available on May 15 for Xbox 360/PS3 and August 1 for PC.

-Nick’s take:  Now, this is a cool preorder bonus.  For basically nothing, you’re getting a new full-fledged Hitman mission.  Hitman:  Absolution does release dangerously close to some other big holiday releases, though.