Archive - 2017

Sniper Ghost Warror 3 Launch Trailer

2017/04/25
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Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

WARSAW, Poland (April 25, 2017) — Today is the day Sniper Ghost Warrior fans around the world have been waiting for. Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 officially launches today globally on Windows PC, Xbox One, and on PlayStation®4 systems.

Go behind enemy lines to help the resistance and discover what has happened to Jonathan North’s younger brother, Robert. With three sprawling open-world maps set in the country of Georgia, it’s up to the player how he or she would like to approach each mission. Will you snipe from afar, creep in the shadows, or go in guns blazing? Only by perfecting all three tiers will you become a true Sniper Ghost Warrior.

Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 tells the story of brotherhood, faith and betrayal in the most complete sniper experience ever. Take the role of an American sniper named Jonathan North, who is dropped into enemy territory in northern Georgia, nearby Russian borders. Explore large open-world maps with dynamic weather and a day and night cycle that actually impacts play and decisions. Customize weapon equipment, accessories, vehicles and a drone, and utilize the three pillars of gameplay to your liking: Sniper, Ghost and Warrior.

Sniper Ghost Warrior 3 launches today on the PlayStation®4 system and Xbox One for $59.99 (USD), and on Windows PC for $49.99 (USD).

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Batman: Arkham VR PC Launch Trailer

2017/04/25
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

April 25, 2017 – Batman™: Arkham VR from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment is now available for HTC VIVE™ and Oculus™ Rift.  Until its release for PC VR platforms today, the top-selling virtual reality game was exclusive to PlayStation® VR. Batman: Arkham VR was developed by the critically acclaimed Rocksteady Studios, and takes place in the award-winning Batman: Arkham canon.

The first virtual reality experience to immerse players into the Dark Knight’s universe, Batman: Arkham VR allows fans to step into Batman’s cowl like never before.  PC players with HTC Vive and Oculus Rift hardware are now able to experience Gotham City through the eyes of the World’s Greatest Detective, and delve deep into a tense Batman: Arkham mystery.  Players will enter a virtual reality world where they must think like Batman and utilize his legendary gadgets, unraveling a plot that threatens the lives of his closest allies.

Batman: Arkham VR will support both the Oculus Touch and Vive Controllers, and also have full gamepad support on PC, including the PS4 Dual Shock 4 Controller, Xbox One Controller and the Steam Controller.

Batman: Arkham VR is rated “M” for Mature by the ESRB.  For more information or to join the Batman: Arkham VR conversation, please visit www.batmanarkhamvr.com or find us @BatmanArkham on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Dawn of Andromeda Gets Release Date

2017/04/25
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Haarlem, The Netherlands – April 25, 2017 – Developer GreyWolf Entertainment and publisher Iceberg Interactive are excited to announce that their pausable, real-time space 4x title, Dawn of Andromeda, will be fully launching on May 4, 2017 for the Steam platform. Currently available on Steam’s Early Access program, the GreyWolf and Iceberg teams have been continuously working on implementing vast improvements to the game based on community feedback.

Mike Domingues, lead developer at GreyWolf Entertainment says, “After much time spent gathering player feedback and suggestions from the Early Access phase, we are extremely excited to put the final touches on Dawn of Andromeda. We are truly confident that fans from all over the world will be able to fully immerse themselves into this galactic world we’ve worked so hard to create.”

Dawn of Andromeda is a real-time 4x space game, allowing players to take the reins of one of many civilizations and guide it through the myriad of dangers hiding in the galaxy. They will be able to build out their empire, colonize new planets, interact with other factions and characters, research new technologies and build fleets so powerful their enemies will tremble at its mere sight.

With endless galaxies to choose from, there are brand-new expansive features to look out for at launch:

  • Eras – Unique scenarios, each with a pre-designed galaxy and background stories which you can play as one of the existing factions, each with their own victory conditions, traits, challenges and ongoing conflicts and relationships
  • New animated cut scenes for each major race
  • New Victory/End screens with statistics and extra information
  • New (random) events
  • More balanced gameplay mechanics
  • Many bug fixes

Spiritual X-COM Successor Phoenix Point Announced

2017/04/25
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Los Angeles, USA – April 25, 2017 – Today, Snapshot Games Inc, makers of the kickstarted critical hit Chaos Reborn (85% Metacritic), announce Phoenix Point, a turn-based tactics and world-based strategy game, and a spiritual successor to the X-COM franchise, will launch Q4 2018. Currently in development for Windows PC, Mac and Linux, the crowd-publishing campaign in support of Phoenix Point kicks off today on Fig (www.fig.co), offering both investment and rewards opportunities, with an overall goal of $500K USD, $300K being open for reservations of Fig securities that would generate a return based on the game’s sales .

Phoenix Point, which has been in development for over a year, is a turn-based tactics and world-based strategy Sci-Fi game from the minds of Julian Gollop, veteran designer of the original X-COM games, and David Kaye, the founder of Gaming Insiders. Phoenix Point draws inspiration from a deep pool of talented developers from companies such as Ubisoft Sofia and Crytek Black Sea, and games such as XCOM 2 and X-COM Apocalypse.

“We are creating Phoenix Point by taking influences from the famed X-COM franchise. We are updating our favorite gameplay features from X-COM titles such as UFO: Enemy Unknown and X-COM Apocalypse that I designed, and mixing them with some of the amazing ideas Firaxis Games executed brilliantly in their franchise reboots, to create an entirely new game whose essence lies in the XCOM genre,” said Julian Gollop, CEO, Snapshot Games Inc.

The title is expected to release in Q4 2018.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII Fame & Strategy Expansion Pack Launch Trailer

2017/04/25
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Burlingame, Calif. – April 25, 2017 – KOEI TECMO America today proudly announced the release of Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII: Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack, an extensive content expansion for the historically-inspired strategy epic set in second century China, alongside a new trailer. With today’s launch of the Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack, Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIIImakes its debut on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and is now available exclusively as a digital bundle with its just-launched DLC. This bundle package is also available on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and on Windows PC via Steam® for those who do not yet own Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII: Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack introduces new mechanics to the series that allow for greater strategic possibilities and additional options for diplomacy, nobility and warfare in the fight to unify China. One of these additions is the Fame System, wherein players work towards receiving bonuses for their characters by completing achievements, which range from battlefield objectives to peacefully resolving disputes. Players can also earn a Prestige title for their character through the Fame System, which will unlock new actions based on their Prestige level and ultimately shape life as an officer.

Also arriving with the new expansion is the War Council, which is held before engaging in battle. With this feature, Generals are able to choose which Officers will follow them into combat and which strategies they will apply to outsmart their opponent. Furthermore, players will now be able to create their own scenarios with the Event Editor. This tool allows unique narratives to be crafted within second century China and offers full control over when Events take place, which officers are affected and whether there will be multiple outcomes.

For more information on Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII: Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack, please visit the official website at www.koeitecmoamerica.com/rtk13ep, Like KOEI TECMO America on Facebook at www.facebook.com/koeitecmous, and become part of the #KTfamily by following KOEI TECMO America on Twitter at @KoeiTecmoUS. This title has been rated “E10+ for Everyone 10+” by theESRB.

Family Guy: Another Freakin’ Mobile Game Launches

2017/04/25
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Geek News, Mobile News, News, Trailers / Videos

Los Angeles, April 25, 2017 — In its fourth collaboration with FoxNext Games, today Jam City announces the worldwide launch of FAMILY GUY: Another Freakin’ Mobile Game, a hilarious and boundary-pushing twist on the match-3 genre featuring characters and humor fans have grown to love over the past 18 years. FAMILY GUY: Another Freakin’ Mobile Game is available to download for free through the App Store and Google Play worldwide.

Created in close partnership with the Family Guy Production team, FAMILY GUY: Another Freakin’ Mobile Game, gives anyone with a mobile device access into the town of Quahog to follow Peter around in his booze truck. The puzzle-based game gives players a chance to interact with everyone’s favorite characters from the FAMILY GUY universe.

“We absolutely love the FAMILY GUY brand — the rebellious, in-your-face dialogue and positioning of the show,” said Josh Yguado, Co-Founder and President and COO of Jam City. “Many popular mobile games are sweet, straightforward, and vanilla. With FAMILY GUY: Another Freakin’ Mobile Game, we wanted to take this opportunity to create a mobile game that is much edgier, louder, takes risks and is made for adults.”

The First Story Driven Puzzle Game for Adults

FAMILY GUY: Another Freakin’ Mobile Game is not your typical match-3 game. Gameplay experience includes:

  • Introducing new audiences to the genre through Family Guy’s shocking humor, content, and storyline. Match choices reveal entertaining in-game character animation.
  • Endless fodder for fans. New content added weekly, featuring regular episode tie-ins that introduce storylines, hijinks, and debauchery from the show into the game.
  • Out-of-the-box game modes. Serve drinks to Peter Griffin and the cast, battle the Giant Chicken in epic Boss Fights, and much more.

“Another freakin’ mobile game? I think we all feared this was coming,” said Rick Phillips, EVP, FoxNext Games. “There’s no better way to turn match-3 on its head than bringing the gang from Quahog into the mix.”

Jam City has made a science out of turning some of Hollywood’s largest entertainment franchises into hit mobile games. The mobile gaming publisher is the creator of 6 of the Top 100 highest grossing games played in the United States across both iPhone and Android devices.

FAMILY GUY: Another Freakin’ Mobile Game is available for free from the App Store on iPhone, at (https://itunes.apple.com/za/app/family-guy-another-freakin-mobile-game/id1139342866), on Google Play at (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.com.sgn.familyguy.gp) and available via all major app stores worldwide. The game is translated in 14 languages for players to enjoy around the world. For a limited-time only, players who download FAMILY GUY: Another Freakin’ Mobile Game will receive a special in-game gift.

The Lord of the Rings Online Turns 10

2017/04/24
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BOSTON – April 24, 2017 – Standing Stone Games is celebrating the 10th anniversary of The Lord of the Rings Online™ (LOTRO) with a host of in-game items and events. During the Anniversary Festival, currently underway, all players will receive a set of in-game fireworks, as well as bonus exclusive gifts based on their account status. There’s also a number of limited-time in-game quests and events to experience in honor of the occasion.

The development team will host a special 12-hour live stream on Twitch featuring gameplay, developer chats, and giveaways tomorrow, April 25, beginning at 12 pm ET at: www.twitch.tv/lotrostream

The Lord of the Rings Online’s most recent major content patch brought players to the doors of Sauron’s fortress in the long-awaited “Battle of the Black Gate” update. Players can explore new Resource Instances and over 100 quests and deeds in the Region of Dagorlad leading up to the Host of the West’s climactic confrontation with Sauron’s forces.

For more information about everything happening during The Lord of the Rings Online’s 10th anniversary, please visit www.lotro.com/en/10-year-celebrations.

Planet Coaster and Elite Dangerous Coming to Retail

2017/04/24
Jennifer Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

London – April 24, 2017 – Sold Out Sales & Marketing Limited is delighted to announce a partnership with illustrious British developer and publisher, Frontier Developments plc (AIM: FDEV), to bring PC smash hit Planet Coaster to retail on May 23, 2017 and to bring Elite Dangerous: Legendary Edition to retail for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One later in 2017.

Planet Coaster is a runaway hit with unrivalled appeal, built upon over fifteen years of experience in simulation; crafting the next great leap forwards for the genre. Be inspired and inspire others as you Create, Manage and Share the world’s greatest coaster parks with friends and content creators around the world. Surprise, delight and thrill your guests as you build your coaster park empire, and let your imagination run wild with the future of coaster park simulation games.

Elite Dangerous re-creates the entirety of the Milky Way at its full galactic proportions, with an evolving player-driven narrative and connected multiplayer experience. Starting with only a small starship and a few credits, players do whatever it takes to earn the skill, knowledge, wealth and power to survive in a futuristic cutthroat galaxy and to stand among the ranks of the iconic Elite.

Elite Dangerous: Legendary Edition brings the epic Elite Dangerous to retail for Xbox One and PlayStation 4, featuring Elite Dangerous, Elite Dangerous: Horizons and 1,000 Frontier Points for use as in-game currency.

‘We’re thrilled to be working with Frontier Developments on two of the best titles created in Britain in recent years. Frontier’s creativity, passion and quality is something we admire, and we’re looking forward to working together to take these titles to retail stores around the world,’ said Garry Williams, Chief Executive Officer of Sold Out Sales & Marketing.

‘We want Frontier’s great games to be enjoyed by as many players around the world as possible.’ said David Walsh, Chief Operating Officer of Frontier. ‘We’re therefore delighted to be working with Sold Out on our retail presence for Planet Coaster and Elite Dangerous.’

Planet Coaster hits retail in selected territories on May 23, 2017. Elite Dangerous: Legendary Edition hits retail later in 2017.

PTS Syndicate and KWA Join Forces with Distribution Deal

2017/04/24
Jerry Paxton
Action Sports, Airsoft News, Articles, News

Los Angeles, CA – PTS Syndicate and KWA Performance Industries, Inc. (KWA) proudly announce a joint venture to distribute PTS licensed airsoft guns in the United States.  Commencing immediately, US-based airsoft dealers and customers will be able to purchase PTS airsoft guns from both KWA and PTS Syndicate (America).  KWA’s industry-leading warranty service will apply to all US sales with PTS providing supplemental customer assistance support.

“This new US joint distribution agreement leverages the strengths of both global airsoft brands and gives  our American dealers and customers more accessibility to PTS airsoft guns with greater post-sale service and support,” says PTS Syndicate Founder & CEO Sam Lam.

PTS will contribute its line of premium quality, exclusively licensed airsoft gun replicas to supplement KWA’s wide-range of professional training and airsoft products which are highly regarded in the law enforcement and recreational airsoft market. “We’re very excited to share our logistics, sales, and support infrastructure and growing authorized dealer network to expand the footprint of the PTS brand and continue to grow the sport,” adds VP of Sales & Marketing Albert Villalta.

PTS rifles will leverage KWA’s evolving gas blowback and electric gun technologies.  While KWA’s gas blowback system is widely accepted as the most durable and reliable in the market, PTS’ electric guns will be built on KWA’s new class-leading AEG 2.5 and AEG 3 systems.

PTS products that will be available through PTS Syndicate (America) and KWA include:

  • PTS Mega Arms™ MKM CQB AR-15 Gas Blowback Rifle – This 10.5 inch barrel length CQB rifle utilizes Mega Arms’ proprietary MKM upper receiver and Keymod compatible handguard along with Mega’s billet lower receiver.   Its unique appearance complements the best-in-class performance and durability of KWA’s LM4 gas blowback rifle system upon which it is based.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $420. (AVAILABLE NOW)
  • PTS Masada GBBR – The Masada rifle is available in Black or Flat Dark Earth colors, has fully ambidextrous controls, integral front sight, flip rear sight, and a unique quick change barrel system that authentically replicates that of the real Masada.  A quick change 11.5 inch CQB barrel and Masada rail system are available accessories from PTS.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $420. (BOTH COLORS AVAILABLE NOW)
  • PTS Mega Arms™ MML MATEN GBBR – This highly anticipated new product, more than 2 years in the making, will be one of the first AR type heavy rifle/designated marksman rifle airsoft gas rifle platforms available in the United States.  It features a 16 inch barrel, Mega Arms’ billet style lower receiver, and Mega Arms’ proprietary design and highly rigid MATEN upper receiver with a 14 inch M-LOK® compatible rail system.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $460. (PREORDER ITEM – ETA PENDING)
  • PTS Mega Arms™ MKM AR-15 GBBR – The Mega Arms MKM AR-15 is back due to popular demand. This 14.5 inch barrel length carbine utilizes Mega Arms’ proprietary MKM upper receiver and Keymod compatible handguard along with Mega’s billet lower receiver.   Its unique appearance complements the best-in-class performance and durability of KWA’s LM4 gas blowback rifle system upon which it is based.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $440. (RE-RELEASE PREORDER ITEM – ETA PENDING)
  • PTS Enhanced Polymer Magazine (EPM) GBB – The EPM GBB magazine utilizes a Dupont™ Zytel® reinforced polymer shell and has design features that ease insertion/extraction from rifle magazine wells and magazine pouches.  It is fully compatible with all KWA LM4 rifle variants and has a 38 round capacity.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $49.95. (BOTH BLACK & FDE AVAILABLE NOW)
  • PTS Enhanced Polymer Magazine Large Round (EPM LR) GBB – The EPM LR magazine features a rugged Dupont™ Zytel® reinforced polymer shell designed specifically for the Mega Arms MML MATEN GBBR with a 35 round capacity.  The EPM LR has a “Blank Fire” switch which allows the user to “fire” the rifle without bb’s loaded.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $49.95. (PREORDER ITEM – ETA PENDING)

Accessories available ONLY through PTS:

FOX Orders 10 More Episodes of The X-Files

2017/04/22
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Movie News, News

4/20/2017 – FOX has ordered a second chapter of THE X-FILES event series. The all-new 10-episode installment once again will be executive-produced by creator Chris Carter, with stars David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson returning in their roles as iconic FBI Agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully. The event series will air during the 2017-2018 season. Production is set to begin in summer 2017.

“Iconic characters, rich storytelling, bold creators – these are the hallmarks of great TV shows. And they are some of the reasons why THE X-FILES has had such a profound impact on millions of fans worldwide,” said David Madden, President, Fox Broadcasting Company. “Chris’ creativity, along with the brilliant work of David and Gillian, continue to propel this pop culture phenomenon, and we can’t wait to see what fresh mysteries Mulder and Scully uncover in this next chapter of THE X-FILES.”

In 2016, THE X-FILES drew an average Multi-Platform audience of nearly 16 million viewers and was last season’s No. 2 broadcast drama. It also was the season’s most talked-about event series on Twitter.

THE X-FILES originally premiered in September 1993. Over the course of its nine-season run, the influential series went from breakout sci-fi favorite to massive global hit, and became one of the most successful television dramas of all time. The show, which earned 16 Emmy Awards, five Golden Globes and a Peabody Award, follows FBI special agents Scully (Anderson) and Mulder (Duchovny) as they investigate unexplained cases – “X-Files” – for which the only answers involve paranormal phenomena.

Produced by 20th Century Fox Television and Ten Thirteen Productions, THE X-FILES is created and executive-produced by Chris Carter.