Techland’s upcoming Hellraid will be changing game engines! The developer has announced the game will be made using the Chrome Engine 6, and has released a trailer showing it in action.
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Haarlem, the Netherlands – April 30, 2014 – Publisher Iceberg Interactive, destination publisher for sci-fi themed PC games, is proud to announce the signing of Starship Corporation, a real-time strategy game embracing ship building, design and trade. In development at German developer Coronado Games, Starship Corporation was Green-lit by the Steam community and is now ramping up for a Steam Early Access launch in fall 2014.
Starship Corporation is a real-time strategy game that boils down to four core elements: Ship Design, Crew and AI Tactics, Ship Building, and Trade. Players create the layout for Spaceships and Planetary Installations with multiple decks within the boundaries of existing fuselages, choose between (currently) 50 Room types in six categories, and then send their creation on a series of missions to test the crew’s reaction to emergencies and the ships combat capabilities. The success of these missions determines the ship’s rating, important for a good price on the market or the ship’s performance in your own fleet.
Fascinated by science fiction worlds, CEO and founder of Coronado Games David Murent set out to create a game where the player is able to design an entire spaceship, with the level editor as an important part of the game. In Starship Corporation, the player is in control of every part of ship creation, with up to five decks and more than 50 different rooms.
“I am very happy to announce our partnership with Iceberg Interactive for the marketing and publishing of Starship Corporation,” said Murent. “I believe their experience, especially with great space strategy titles, will be a huge boost to the final quality of the game. Their marketing and localization expertise will encourage many more players to take part in the game experience, creating even more game content and more fun for everyone!”
Starship Corporation game features include:
- SHIP DESIGN: Players construct the layout for Spaceships and Planetary Installations with multiple decks within the boundaries of existing fuselages.
- CREW MANAGEMENT: Gamers will hire the best pilots, technicians, soldiers and medics to run their ships, train them and the ship’s A.I. for maximum performance during standard operation, emergencies or hostile encounters.
- SHIPYARDS: Hardcore gamers will build designs for their own fleet or for a number of clients with different requirements.
- TRADE: Buy or sell used (or captured) ships, set up trade routes or arm warring parties.
- CONFLICT: Use any means to become a powerful intergalactic corporation.
For more information about the game, please visit the official Website: www.starshipcorporation.com/
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Crafted by the deviously brilliant minds at EOTech, the XPS2-Z2 “Zombie Stopper” holographic weapon sight is a work of art. Built off of their highly-successful XPS-2 line of holographic sights, the Zombie Stopper brings some undead flair to the mix with a special edition reticle and paint scheme.
Many airsoft players ask if an optic makes a difference in your play, and my response to that is it depends on how fanatical you are. Many casual airsofters are happy with “walking” their BBs onto their intended targets sans optic. If you are more serious about the game, however, you probably know that a properly-zeroed optic can reduce the time it takes you to acquire and successfully hit your target by sometimes a matter of game-saving seconds. Of course, airsoft guns are not nearly as predictable as real steel firearms, so there will always be some level of inherent inaccuracy – but a good optic definitely lessens that effect.
Another factor in rifle optics – mainly red dot sights where a laser beam is reflected off of a lens, is a condition known as the “parallax effect”. On red dot sights, when viewed from any other angle than directly down the center-line of the optic, the red dot will shift due to the technology that creates it. This means that if you are not lined up properly, you can decrease your accuracy quite a bit. With EOTech’s holographic technology, the optic is parallax-free. You can aim off the center-line, at weird angles, upside down, you name it, and be just as accurate so long as the reticle is still pointing where you want it to. If you want to extend your EOTech’s zoom, you can even attach one of those cool, flip-out image magnifier tubes in front of it. The tech will adjust and still give you proper aim. It’s a very cool technology that, unfortunately, also comes with a hefty price point.
This EOTech XPS2-Z2 has an MSRP of $589.00 dollars but you can find it for a bit cheaper at various online retailers. Obviously, this is more expensive than the cheap red dot sights many airsoft players use. However, if you are a MilSim airsoft player or someone with the spare cash to spend, you will not find a better sight for your airsoft gun. Or, perhaps you will swap the Zombie Stopper out on your real steel AR platform when not playing airsoft – the choice is yours.
Obviously, you will want to protect your Zombie Stopper when in the middle of an airsoft game. I highly suggest shopping around for one of the acrylic EOTech lens protectors on the market. Stay away from the cheap plastic model being sold by most airsoft retailers – that model will distort your image and can be somewhat difficult to attach thanks to its low build tolerances. The acrylic model is a bit more expensive, but will protect your XPS2-Z2’s lens from just about anything in the airsoft world.
Installing the EOTech XPS2-Z2 is very simple, and the mounting platform on the base of the sight simple attaches to your picatinny rail and tightens down via a built-in bolt. Zeroing is equally easy, as the adjustment screws are crisp with audible detents. Once zeroed, I found no noticeable reticle drift – even after several days’ worth of airsoft games. Even after removing the sight and putting it back into its hard-shelled carrying case for several days – once re-attached to my airsoft gun’s rail, it was right back on target. I should note that I did not get a chance to try the Zombie Stopper on a real steel firearm yet, but will update this review once I do.
Beyond its performance, this version of EOTech’s XPS2 holo sight features a green, zombie-inspired paint scheme and a very cool, special edition reticle shaped like a bio-hazard symbol. At first, I thought the reticle might be a bit distracting, but it turned out to be no trouble at all. Another thing I like about this EOTech sight as opposed to some of the red dot sights I have used is just how much real estate you have looking through the sight window. It is a fairly wide field of view which helps you aim – with one or both eyes open, depending on your technique.
Overall, the EOTech XPS2-Z2 Zombie Stopper holographic sight is an exceptional optic for quickly acquiring and engaging a target. It is made for real steel shooting, so it can easily handle anything the game of airsoft can throw its way. If you have the available cash, I highly-recommend picking one up.
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The folks at StarWars.com have revealed the cast for the upcoming Star Wars Episode VII, which includes original trilogy actors Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Harrison Ford, Kenny Baker, Anthony Daniels, and Peter Mayhew. New additions to the film franchise will be John Boyega, Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver, Oscar Isaac, Andy Serkis, Domhnall Gleeson, and Max von Sydow.
Director J.J. Abrams says, “We are so excited to finally share the cast of Star Wars: Episode VII. It is both thrilling and surreal to watch the beloved original cast and these brilliant new performers come together to bring this world to life, once again. We start shooting in a couple of weeks, and everyone is doing their best to make the fans proud.”
Star Wars Episode VII is due out on December 18, 2015.
Spark Plug Games has released a new trailer for its upcoming MechRunner, showing off some of the game’s impressive concept artwork. The game is currently a Kickstarter project, so be sure to check it out should you wish to contribute to its development.
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London, UK – 29th April 2014 – Firefly Studios has just released a new developer diary containing gameplay footage of Richard the Lionheart, returning protagonist of the Stronghold Crusader series. This new video update also gives players a brief glimpse at unit stances, siege equipment Engineers and the mounted Templar Knight:
In a new blog post Firefly expands on Richard’s backstory and what he represents for the Stronghold series as a whole:
“Richard is an interesting character because, although he’s the main protagonist of the Crusader series and a man who considers himself noble, he’s not much of a hero. Anyone who knows enough about the Crusades to have a discussion on their purpose or origin knows they were essentially an invasion. That aside, fans of the series and critics alike are aware of the fact that we don’t take medieval morality too seriously. Do that and it stops being fun fairly quickly.
Although we are serious about historical accuracy, it’s important to maintain a healthy balance when creating a strategy game like Stronghold. Fail to do this and you end up with something that lacks a sense of playfulness and joy. Large parts of each Stronghold game are designed to be tongue-in-cheek, from the voice acting to burning troop animations and the way peasants get flung out the top of a tornado. The character of Richard embodies this approach to the games’ design, poking fun at the character without making him unlikable. Richard is part of the story and a key AI opponent in the Arabic Campaign and Skirmish Mode, so there has to be something in there to make people laugh!”
The full news post including new screenshots can be found at www.strongholdcrusader2.com.
Bethesda Softworks and MachineGames have released a new trailer showing off two different ways of handling your missions in their upcoming Wolfenstein: The New Order.
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April 29, 2014, Chino, California – GX Gaming, the professional gaming peripherals line by Genius, today launches the SW-G2.1 2000 speaker system in North America.
Experience the Full Sound of the Battlefield
With a total output power of 45 watts (RMS), GX Gaming’s latest 2.1 speaker system includes a 6.5” subwoofer providing 29 watts of heart-thumping bass, two 8 watt wall-mountable satellite speakers and a separate control box for easy adjustment of volume and bass. In 4 separate pieces, the subwoofer, speakers, and control box can be arranged to maximize the acoustics and layout of any room while still having volume and bass controls at your fingertips.
Pulsating Blue BackLight
To complement the rich bass, a cool blue backlight on the scorpion-emblazoned subwoofer beats along to the rhythm of music or combat.
Convenient Control and Connectivity
Not only does the separate control box make volume and bass adjustments a breeze no matter where the speakers are located, but it also includes a conveniently placed front panel headphone and microphone jack for private listening and chatting while gaming. The rear of the control box includes a 3.5mm standard input, allowing for instant hookup to PCs and external audio devices such as MP3/CD players; and two RCA jacks for connections to game consoles, DVD players, and TVs.
Price and Availability
Offering booming bass, crisp middle to high range sound, and the flexibility to connect to gaming, music, and other entertainment devices, the SW-G2.1 2000 speaker system is available May 5 in the USA on Amazon and Canada for the suggested retail price of 119.99 USD, 139.99 CAD.
Product information and photos are now available at:
http://geniusnet.com/wSite/ct?xItem=59915&ctNode=3607&mp=1
Fountain Valley, CA – April 28, 2014 – HyperX®, a division of Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced the release of the HyperX Cloud gaming headset. HyperX Cloud features extremely comfortable ear cushions and larger audio drivers to give gamers ultimate comfort and superior sound during long game play sessions.
HyperX Cloud uses memory foam ear cushions and a soft, leather-padded headband with custom stitching for enhanced comfort and style. The over-the-ear, closed-cup design helps block out ambient noise for a more immersive game experience. Interchangeable velour ear cushions enable gamers to hear their surroundings while also delivering dialogue and every explosion and gunfire in clear, high-fidelity audio from the large 53mm drivers. HyperX Cloud also features a detachable microphone and is made of aluminum for durability.
“HyperX worked with Swedish manufacturer QPAD to create a headset that delivers comfort and superb sound for long game play. This is a winning combination as QPAD is known for high-quality gaming peripherals throughout Europe,” said Lawrence Yang, business manager, HyperX. “We think the hours will pass by without notice as gamers wear the HyperX Cloud headset.”
HyperX Cloud is compatible with PC and PS4™ as well as smartphones and tablets. It is the official headset of Intel Extreme Masters,Alliance Gaming, CNB e-Sports Club, SK-Gaming and Team Liquid. HyperX Cloud is backed by a two-year warranty and legendary HyperX reliability. For more information, please visit www.kingston.com/hyperxcloud.
HyperX is the high-performance product division of Kingston® Technology encompassing high-speed DDR3 memory, SSDs, USB Flash drives and headsets. Targeted at gamers, overclockers and enthusiasts, HyperX is known throughout the world for quality, performance and innovation. HyperX is committed to eSports as it sponsors over 20 teams globally and is the main sponsor of Intel Extreme Masters. HyperX can be found at many shows including Brasil Game Show, China Joy, DreamHack and PAX.
For more information, visit the HyperX home page.
HyperX Cloud Headset:
- Transducer Type: Dynamic Closed Ø 53mm
- Frequency Response: 15Hz – 25KHz
- SPL Sound Pressure Level: 98±3dB
HyperX Cloud Microphone:
- Transducer Type: Condenser (back electret)
- Polar Pattern: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 100 – 12,000 Hz
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – April 28, 2014 – Today Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced Madden NFL 15 will be available on August 26 in North America and on August 29 in the EU for Xbox One, the all-in-one entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system and thePlayStation®3 entertainment system. The first Madden NFL 15 video, featuring Carolina Panthers linebacker and Defensive Player of the Year Luke Kuechly, can be seen here.
Madden NFL 15 delivers everything fans need to own their rivals on both sides of the field, including the most immersive defensive gameplay control in franchise history. Like the Super Bowl XLVIII champion Seattle Seahawks, you can win championships and bask in the glory of success by building a great defense fit to challenge the best offenses in the game. Fans will also experience an entirely new broadcast presentation that delivers Madden NFL game day like never before with dramatic all-new camera angles, as well as dynamic pre-game and halftime features. It’s not just football, it’s Madden Season.
This year EA is once again collaborating with ESPN to give fans the opportunity to select which player will grace the cover of Madden NFL 15. In light of last year’s record-breaking vote, fans can look forward to a highly-competitive contest featuring some big-name matchups and intense rivalries. Fans can tune in to the NFL Draft on ESPN and NFL Network on May 8 at 8pm ET for a special Cover Vote announcement.
Madden NFL 15 is developed in Orlando, Florida by EA Tiburon. To learn more about Madden NFL 15, visithttp://www.easports.com/madden-nfl.
All player participation has been facilitated by NFL Players Inc., the licensing and marketing subsidiary of the NFL Players Association (NFLPA).
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