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King Crab DLC Announced for Fishing: Barents Sea

2018/10/11
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Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Moenchengladbach/Germany, October 10, 2018 – “Become the king of crabs“ – following this motto, fearless sea dogs will get the chance to prove their king crab fishing skills among the untamed waves of the icy Barents Sea this November. astragon Entertainment and Norwegian developer studio Misc Games will release these valuable crustaceans to populate the virtual seabed of the new King Crab DLC for Fishing: Barents Sea. The long-awaited expansion will add even more exciting content and new fishing methods to the popular fishing and ship simulation on PC.

With two brand-new ships virtual fishermen can add even more variety to their everyday lives on the high seas. The capable Selfy is inspired by the ship models of the new license partner and fishing vessel manufacturer Selfa Arctic AS. With her compressed size Selfy will be the player’s ideal companion for a successful start into the king crab fishing business while the large Svalbard will significantly increase the crab quota in the later stages of the game. Both vessels are fully equipped for catching the valuable king crabs and therefore just perfect for a successful career in the important North Norwegian crab fishing industry.

Just like any other species of prey in the game, the majestic king crabs can be located by sonar. After successfully identifying an area with high chances of a rich crab population, the fisher will lower baited pots to the seabed. After enough time has passed, he will pull in the pots once more and discover a new mini game: Unlike other species such as cod or shellfish, there is an official law, which states that king crabs have to be sorted by gender. Female crabs will be thrown back into the ocean to provide many new descendants while the male crabs can be sold for significant earnings upon arrival at the harbor.

By learning this fishing method a responsible fisherman will not only secure the survival of the king crab population in the waters of the Barents Sea but also get the chance to become – step by step – the largest fishing operator with the richest assortment of fish and seafood in Northern Norway.

The King Crab DLC will be available on Steam™ in November 2018. The main game Fishing: Barents Sea for PC is already available in retail or as a digital download for 19.99 Euro/19.99 USD/16.99 GBP (RRP).

More information on Fishing: Barents Sea:
www.fbsgame.net

www.facebook.com/FishingBarents

http://store.steampowered.com/app/501080/Fishing_Barents_Sea/

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LucidSound Now Shipping LS35X Wireless Gaming Headset

2018/10/11
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Geek News, News, Tech News, Xbox One News

San Diego, CA – October 10th, 2018 – LucidSound®, the fastest growing gaming headset brand, announced today the shipping of the LS35X Wireless Gaming Headset for Xbox One. Shipping globally starting today, the LS35X is the most anticipated headset in the LucidSound product line. Ideal for the discerning gamer, the LS35X features the same ‘Xbox Wireless’ technology found inside the Xbox Wireless Controller, allowing the headset to connect directly to the console with no chat cables, base-stations or dongles.

Designed to offer audio fidelity far beyond standard gaming headsets, the LS35X sits in a league of its own for Xbox One owners. The LS35X is officially licensed by Microsoft and compatible with Windows Sonic for Headphones surround sound technology, providing exceptionally accurate spatial audio positioning. In addition, the LS35X also supports Dolby® Atmos™ for Headphones.

“We’d like to express a huge thank you to our community who have patiently waited for the release of the LS35X,” said Chris Von Huben, CEO of LucidSound. “It is our goal to deliver the best true wireless audio experience on the Xbox.”

The feature rich LS35X includes:

  • 100% wireless using ‘Xbox Wireless’ technology, one button sync
  • No setup necessary, auto configures for Xbox One
  • Surround Sound via Windows Sonic for Headphones
  • On screen prompts showing heasdset connection and battery status
  • Integrated 15 hour rechargeable battery
  • Custom engineered 50mm drivers specifically tuned for gaming
  • Iconic intuitive control system, effortlessly adjust audio and chat by simply by turning the ear-cup
  • Durable metal frame and a flexible headrail provides an exceptional fit
  • Ultra plush, gel-cooled oval earcups include memory foam for superior comfort
  • Advanced dual mic system with mic monitoring

Castle Dark 2018 Review

2018/10/10
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Geek News, Halloween, Haunted Attraction Review, News, Reviews, Screenshots / Photos

If you live in Riverside or are a hardcore fan of Southern California theme parks, you probably have heard of Castle Park. Built in 1976 by famed theme park ride designer Bud Hurlbut, Castle Park has been entertaining families for decades. Now owned by Palace Entertainment, the park has created Castle Dark, their annual Halloween time event. Castle Dark features four haunted houses, or “mazes”, as well as their arcade, miniature golf courses, and more!

One of the coolest things about Castle Dark is that it is not a separate admission from the normal day’s goings on at the park. You can buy your Duke’s Deluxe Pass in the afternoon and stay all the way until the scares stop that evening. A deluxe pass is only $17.99, a real deal when looking at other haunted attractions of this scale. Castle Park contains a variety of carnival style food eats, as well as a coffee bar inside the castle arcade structure itself. Also inside the arcade is Ghost Blasters, a really cool shoot ’em up ride similar to the Buzz Lightyear Astro-Blasters at Disneyland.

Outside the arcade, you’ll find the park’s four haunted houses, “Nightmare”, “Along Came a Spider”, “La Vey Institute”, and “Oblivion” – all of which all have a very indie haunt vibe. Admittedly, the production value of these mazes doesn’t seem all that high, but we had a fun time going through them nonetheless. The monsters inside are giving great energy and there is enough eye candy and props about to make it interesting to look at. The street zone area of Castle Dark isn’t very big, but you will definitely find more than a few monsters stalking around, scaring guests where they can. This isn’t the same kind of scary experience for adults like Halloween Horror Nights or Knott’s Scary Farm are, but you might just have some fun jump scares throughout your night – I know I did!

In the daytime, you’ll find the park hosting Dia de los Muertos activities for the youngsters. This is a super family-friendly event where young children can go through a small hay maze as well as enjoy the kiddie rides that the park has to offer.

Overall, Castle Dark is an excellent value for $17.99 and great for Inland Empire families looking to have some Halloween fun without having to trek out to Orange County. Castle Dark runs Fridays through Sundays throughout October. You can find ticket information and more at the event’s official website.

Castle Park
3500 Polk Street, Riverside, CA 92505

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Farming Simulator 19 First Gameplay Trailer

2018/10/10
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Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

October 10, 2018 – GIANTS Software invites you, on November 20th, to the great outdoors as the premiere agriculture series returns in Farming Simulator 19! In today’s new trailer, Harvesting Crops, learn the basics of farming with one of the new crops – cotton, using the latest brands, vehicles, and equipment in Farming Simulator 19!

Farming Simulator 19 is the deepest, most complete farming simulator ever as the multimillion-selling franchise takes a giant leap forward and provides the richest farming experience ever made for consoles and PCs. The game is an accurate simulator at heart, filled with deep management options, though it is also an accessible sandbox featuring two huge new maps, countless vehicles, and a range of equipment to play with. Farming Simulator 19 boasts the franchise’s largest roster yet with over 300 unique vehicles and equipment from all the leading brands, now including John Deere alongside Case IH, New Holland, Challenger, Fendt, Massey Ferguson, Valtra, Krone, Deutz-Fahr, and many others.

At launch, Farming Simulator 19 will include two new American and European environments, filled with exciting and new farming activities. Plant and harvest many types of crops including the all-new cotton and oats. Tend to your livestock – cows, pigs, sheep, chicken – and for the first time raise and ride horses to explore the huge environments.

Farming Simulator 19 is arriving November 20th on PS4, Xbox One, and PC/Mac.

Until September 24th, enjoy special discounts on Steam for the Farming Simulator franchise, along with over 50 other original Focus Home Interactive titles at up to 85% off!

Super Blackjack Battle II – Turbo Edition Available Now on PS4

2018/10/10
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Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News

October 10th, Düren, Germany – The action-packed blackjack game Super Blackjack Battle II – Turbo Edition is available now on the PlayStation®Store at the price of $7.99. By now, it’s the only competitive blackjack title for PS4®, so gather up to three friends and prove your blackjack skills.

With its 80’s retro style and sassy character interactions this charming little cardgame pays homage to the classic Streetfighter franchise – perfect for players wanting to get their share of nostalgia! Due to a roster of twelve outstanding blackjack players from around the globe, Super Blackjack Battle II – Turbo Edition features individual stages, music and animations for each character as well as multiple storylines in the classic singleplayer mode.

Pet Sematary Official Trailer

2018/10/10
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Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

October 10, 2018 – Based on the seminal horror novel by Stephen King, Pet Sematary follows Dr. Louis Creed (Jason Clarke), who, after relocating with his wife Rachel (Amy Seimetz) and their two young children from Boston to rural Maine, discovers a mysterious burial ground hidden deep in the woods near the family’s new home. When tragedy strikes, Louis turns to his unusual neighbor, Jud Crandall (John Lithgow), setting off a perilous chain reaction that unleashes an unfathomable evil with horrific consequences.

IN THEATERS APRIL 5, 2019

OVERKILL’s The Walking Dead Enters PC Closed Beta

2018/10/10
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Geek News, News, Windows PC News

STOCKHOLM – Oct. 9, 2018 – Starbreeze, Skybound Entertainment and 505 Games have released the Windows PC closed beta of OVERKILL’S The Walking Dead, the new co-op multiplayer shooter from developer OVERKILL – A Starbreeze Studio. The game’s first two missions will be available together with two camp defense scenarios, with additional stages rolling out in the lead up to its official global launch on PC on Nov. 6. Closed beta servers will go live in multiple intervals throughout the month. For the full schedule of closed beta dates, visit https://www.overkillsthewalkingdead.com/2018/10/08/closed-pc-beta-details/.

Closed beta access is guaranteed with PC pre-orders of OVERKILL’s The Walking Dead, available now via Steam. Players who buy the standard PC version, priced at $59.99, will receive a single closed beta invite. Those who pre-order the game’s deluxe edition – featuring the full game, the “Night Raid” cosmetic skin pack, and a digital art book and soundtrack, all for $79.99 – will receive four closed beta keys to share with friends. As a bonus, all PC pre-orders will receive the bonus OVERKILL cosmetic skin pack.

Starbreeze is also hosting a special OVERKILL’S The Walking Dead closed beta livestream today at https://www.twitch.tv/starbreeze beginning at 18:00 CEST/12:00pm ET/9:00am PT.

Inspired by Robert Kirkman’s original graphic novels, OVERKILL’s The Walking Dead is a four-player co-op action game where players must band together on a variety of missions and raids to find survivors, secure supplies and stay alive. Use stealth to evade enemies tactically, or dismember walkers limb from limb with brute force and firepower. Each of the game’s four playable characters has their own special abilities, skill trees, squad roles, play styles and background stories.

OVERKILL’S The Walking Dead will arrive on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One on Feb. 6, 2019, in the Americas and Feb. 8, 2019, in Europe and other territories. Console pre-orders are available now digitally and at most major retailers.

For more information, visit https://www.overkillsthewalkingdead.com, and follow the game on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram with #OTWD.

Observation Announcement Trailer

2018/10/09
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The Edges of Space – Independent developer No Code and sentient game label Devolver Digital have announced Observation – a new and captivating sci-fi thriller for PlayStation 4 and PC. The third project from award-winning Stories Untold developer No Code is set to launch Spring 2019 [observationgame.com].

Observation takes players on a suspenseful journey to the outer reaches of space to uncover what exactly happened to astronaut Dr. Emma Fisher and the crew of the space station Observation. The captivating narrative unfolds through the lens of the station’s artificial intelligence S.A.M. Players assume the role of S.A.M. by operating the station’s control systems, cameras, and tools to assist Emma in discovering what is happening to the station and the vanished crew.

Developed by veterans from studios Rockstar North, Rocksteady, Creative Assembly, CCP and IO Interactive, Observation has been crafted with precision to bring fans a groundbreaking narrative with stunning visual fidelity.

“Let’s get real, we’re five to ten years away from the machines taking over,” said Devolver Digital CFO Fork Parker. “Observation is just going to give a taste of what it will be like to converge their minds with that of a CPU before it all happens suddenly for real.”

Observation is set to release on PlayStation 4 and PC next spring but ambitious young AIs can follow development at observationgame.com and @_NoCode on Twitter.

TheC64 Mini is Available Now

2018/10/09
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Ontario, Canada – October 9, 2018 – Retro Games Ltd. and Solutions 2 GO announced today that THEC64® Mini is available now at retailers in North America.

THEC64® Mini, a 50% replica of the world’s bestselling home computer that launched in 1982, comes pre-loaded with 64 classic games and THEC64® Joystick. Originally designed for fans of the original personal computer, THEC64® Mini brings kids and families together to play some of the best games of the neon decade with simple plug and play action. Aspiring gamers of yesteryear can revisit the past or even program their own games – just add a keyboard, and THEC64® Mini becomes a fully functional home computer complete with C64 BASIC.

THEC64® Mini is available in The United States at GameStop, Wal Mart, Amazon and Costco for $79.99 (USD) and in Canada at, BestBuy, London Drugs, EB Games, and Costco for $99.99 (CAD).

“THEC64® Mini is a complete revival of one of the most influential computer and gaming systems, and we are eager to see parents reminisce about their childhood as they share the experience with their kids this holiday season,” said Paul Andrews, Retro Games’ Managing Director. “We brought back a mini version of the classic C64 computer as we think gamers of all ages are going to want this reimagined piece of video game and tech history.”

THEC64® Mini includes the following:

  • Pre-loaded with all the Retro Faves: THEC64® Mini comes with 64 classic titles already installed, including: California Games, Winter Games, Impossible Mission II, Boulder Dash, Jumpman, Pitstop II, Speedball II: Brutal Deluxe, Street Sports Baseball, Summer Games II, Temple of Apshai Trilogy, Uridium and more.
  • USB Ports: The unit comes equipped with two USB ports – perfect for adding an extra joystick for multiplayer games or plugging in a keyboard to create your own programming masterpieces.
  • Customized Visuals: The unit features high definition output at 720p and 60Hz via HDMI, 4:3 ratio, US/Europe display mode options, and a CRT filter for that classic look.
  • Back to the Basics: Plug in a USB keyboard and use as a fully functional home computer withC64 BASIC.
  • Don’t Forget to Save: For the first time, THEC64® Mini allows you to easily save your progress in games.
  • Always Optimized: THEC64® Mini supports software updates via USB flash drive so players have continued access to improved and enhanced programming.