Archive - 2017

Surf World Series Launch Trailer

Watford, United Kingdom, October 26th, 2017: Wired Productions, an independent videogames publisher and developer, and Vision Games Publishing are pleased to confirm that the lull is nearly over. Surf World Series is arriving globally at physical retail with an SRP of £15.99/€19.99/$19.99, November 10th.

Watch the release date trailer here:

Set across some of the world’s most iconic shorelines, Surf World Series dares players to compete in a series of breathtaking arcade surfing challenges in a bid to dominate the leaderboard. Developed by Climax Studios in partnership with Vision Games Publishing and Standfast Interactive, Surf World Serieschallenges players to carve up the surf:

  • Ride monster waves at 5 of the world’s most iconic shorelines, from the infamous Bell’s Beach, Australia, to the extreme waves at Waimea Bay, Hawaii
  • Become a master, learning increasingly difficult tricks along the way, from nailing kickflips and cutbacks to landing massive aerials and navigating treacherous tubes
  • Trick your way through 44 single player challenges, or carve up the competition online against 15 other players across 3 different online game modes
  • Perform surfing’s most intense tricks, including the Superman, Sushi Roll and many more!
  • Enjoy afternoon, evening, night, and bad weather variations with different waves and visual aesthetics.
  • Design your own signature surfer with 6 playable characters plus rank up to unlock thousands of customizations to define your own unique style.

For more information visit Surf World Series website, follow the game on Twitter or like it on Facebook.

Surf World Series, is available to buy now digitally, and will release at retail November 10th.

Thrustmaster Unveils Rally Wheel Add-On Sparco R383 Mod

Rennes, October 26, 2017 – Thrustmaster is expanding its racing ecosystem with the release of its first rally wheel –the Rally Wheel Add-On Sparco® R383 Mod!  With this new device, produced under Sparco® official license, Thrustmaster strives to deliver increasingly realistic rally competition experiences.

Designed for Rally Competitions

Measuring 13″ / 33 cm in diameter, the newest addition to Thrustmaster add-ons is a 1:1 replica of the original Sparco wheel.

The Rally Wheel Add-On Sparco® R383 Mod has been designed in the purest rally racing spirit, focusing on the essentials while maximizing efficiency. Rally competitions rank among the most demanding races thanks to tortuous tracks, and sudden flurries of turns and switchbacks with little or no visibility, and real-life racers praise the original R383 wheel. In response to the enhanced realism delivered by new rally racing games for PC and consoles, Thrustmaster is providing e-racers with the same performance enhancement devices as real-life drivers. The only feature not included is the co-pilot, but since rally games offer an on-screen road book, racers can now use this remarkably efficient wheel to hurtle through “long right curves,” “tight lefts” and “hairpins”.

The wheel boasts a sleek design, with a black suede leather-clad rim and a solid, black brushed metal faceplate. The two large, wheel-mounted metal paddle shifters, measuring 5″ / 13 cm in height, are adjustable to be instinctively accessible at all times, right at the racer’s fingertips.

From a technical perspective, nine action buttons and a directional pad with a push-button are located around the wheel’s faceplate, offering easy access in rally racing conditions. The carbon-style button areas, compatible with all platforms, are directly inspired by those found in rally cars.

Rally Style, Yet Versatile

Designed for rally games, this add-on’s 360° circular shape is perfectly suited to other types of racing simulation games.

The Rally Wheel Add-On Sparco® R383 Mod is compatible with the following products* within the Thrustmaster ecosystem: T300RS Servo Base, T500 RS, T300RS, T300 Ferrari GTE, T300 Ferrari Integral Racing Wheel Alcantara Edition, T300 RS GT Edition, TX Servo Base, TX Racing Wheel Ferrari 458 Italia Edition, TX Racing Wheel Leather Edition, TS-PC RACER, TS-XW Racer Sparco P310 Competition Mod and T-GT.

(*) sold separately

The Rally Wheel Add-On Sparco® R383 Mod is now available at the suggested retail price of $199.99.

Anime Los Angeles Returning to IE for 2018

Ontario, California October 25, 2017 – Animé Los Angeles (ALA) is proud to officially announce the return to the Ontario Convention Center in Ontario California for a third consecutive year this January 25-28, 2018.  Animé Los Angeles is the largest and fastest growing animé convention in The Inland Empire.  In the last two years attendance numbers have skyrocketed by more than 150%.

Animé Los Angeles will be bringing industry icons Steve Blum (Cowboy Bebop, Star Wars: Rebels, Voice of Wolverine) and Mary Elizabeth McGlynn (Star Wars: Rebels, Steven Universe, Critical Role) to headline its fourteenth year.

Also joining the ALA 2018 guest list are Beau Billlingslea (Cowboy Bebop, Naruto, Digimon), Les Claypool  (Cowboy Bebop, Ghost in the Shell, Big O), Mary Claypool (Cowboy Bebop, Ghost in the Shell, Big O), Melissa Fahn (Cowboy Bebop, Digimon, Invader Zim), Victor Frost (Steven Universe Universe, Frostworks) & Paul St. Peter (Cowboy Bebop, Naruto, Kingdom Hearts).   With many more guests to be announced over the next few months, attendees can expect Animé Los Angeles 2018 to be the must attend event of the winter.

“We’re excited to be The Inland Empire’s premiere animé and cosplay event,” said ALA Chair Alec Orrock.  “We know we have a strong reputation to live up to and our team is dedicated to delivering an incredible experience.”

Looking to the future, Animé Los Angeles has contracted and committed to being held at the Ontario Convention Center through 2021 and being part of The Inland Empire for many years to come.

Ensure that you are part of the fun by ordering your tickets to Animé Los Angeles before the early registration discount ends on 10/31.

For more information as well tickets head to www.animelosangeles.org

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Robotech Visual Archive: The Macross Saga Art Book Announced

TORONTO, ONTARIO – October. 25, 2017 – Robotech is a sweeping science-fiction anime epic in which humans use a vast arsenal of transforming robotic mecha to defend the Earth against alien domination. The franchise has captivated fans for over 30 years, and is widely credited with popularizing anime around the world. Now, UDON Entertainment has teamed up with Harmony Gold to produce ROBOTECH VISUAL ARCHIVE: THE MACROSS SAGA – the ultimate collection of artwork assembled from Robotech’s first and most iconic era.

This 248-page hardcover tome gathers classic mecha designs, dynamic character artwork, early roughs, key art, storyboards, character profiles, and more. Mecha designs are accompanied by detailed tech specs and armament info, as well as text write ups. Additional material in the book includes a complete episode guide, an interview with Macross chief director Noboru Ishiguro, and a unique essay by Robotech producer Carl Macek on the development of the Robotech property and its place in anime history.

This book will be the first in a series of Robotech art books, with future volumes covering The Masters and The New Generation eras, as well as new material created to expand the Robotech universe for international audiences. ROBOTECH VISUAL ARCHIVE: THE MACROSS SAGA arrives in stores everywhere December 2017.

ROBOTECH VISUAL ARCHIVE: THE MACROSS SAGA
DETAILS: 248pg, 8.25×11.25”, Full Color, Hardcover
MSRP: $44.99USD
RELEASE DATE: December 2017
ISBN: 978-1772940596
DIAMOND CODE: JUN172052

Pathfinder Battles: Maze of Death Mini Figs Out Now

Hillside, NJ – October 25, 2017 – Wizkids, the industry leader in pre-painted, highly detailed miniatures, proudly presents the Pathfinder Battles: Maze of Death figure series — now available in North American game stores

The award-winning Pathfinder Battles line continues with 52 characters that are sure to add a new level of life to your table top experience. Pulled from the world of Golarion, build your world with creatures from lowly Ratfolk to Ghuls. Construct your own maze filled with everything from fearsome Minotaurs to rare “dungeon dressing” inserts that add realism and fun to your adventure!

Need something bigger for your game? Here are two creatures that literally tower over the other miniatures: the mighty Fire Elemental Lord and Air Elemental Lord!
These two fantastic figures are found in the Maze of Death Case Incentive box. They each stand several inches tall and sport an array of details and presence. If you are looking for a true show stopper in your Pathfinder game, then these Lords of the air and fire MUST be present within the adventure.

Find them all at your Friendly Local Game Store TODAY!  For further details, visit: https://wizkids.com/pathfinder-battles-maze-of-death/

VR FPS Action Game EVASION Announced

VANCOUVER, British Columbia — Developed by Archiact in Vancouver BC, Evasion is an intense VR bullet hell game, designed to immerse players in high intensity co-op multiplayer combat. Gamers will experience the next generation in VR locomotion, designed from the ground up for an authentic FPS action game. Featuring multiple hero classes suitable for all play styles, gamers can join up to three friends or go it alone in an extinction-level battle for survival.

Explosive VR Combat

Evasion will deliver cinematic destructible environments and intense bullet hell action. Players will team up and fight their way through laser-fueled maelstroms and overwhelming odds. Their ‘Swarm A.I’ enemy behaviour system adds a new level of tension, making tactical movement and teamwork critical to your squad’s survival. Experience the charge of heroism as you and your team run and gun to complete vital objectives, rescue one another and overcome explosive ambushes.

Built For Locomotion

Evasion will empower gamers to walk, run and dive into battle with incredible locomotion freedom. As devoted fans of the FPS VR genre, the goal at Archiact is to deliver on the promise of free movement that VR gamers crave. Players can choose from highly crafted locomotion modes designed for Evasion’s FPS gameplay that can be customized for their own play style and comfort level.

“Archiact has been crafting immersive VR entertainment since 2013,” said Kurt Busch, Studio Head at Archiact. “With Evasion, the team is using everything we’ve learned and weaving our experience into a truly genre-defining AAA title. With innovative locomotive movement and intense FPS gameplay, we’re convinced Evasion will prove a stand-out VR experience and we can’t wait for gamers to play it themselves.”

Evasion will set the standard for environmental VR destruction and explosive real-time FX, taking full advantage of IKinema’s state-of-the-art player avatars and the latest Unreal Engine 4 technology. The result? Stunningly immersive visuals and cinematic gameplay that will define it as a truly memorable VR combat experience.

Fight Solo or Join a Squad

Make your mark on the battlefield and choose from four hero classes including the devastating Striker, indispensable Surgeon, calculating Engineer or valiant Warden. All four classes have their own unique strengths, weapons & ultimate abilities. Customize your class as you level up by upgrading your abilities and making your own unique build. Players can combine class types to create the most effective team.

From compelling mission objectives, to powerful player class combinations and blockbuster-quality FX and destruction, Evasion is poised to become a must-own sci-fi VR classic for the ages.

Evasion Key Features:

  • Action packed and high-intensity sci-fi shooter gameplay
  • Co-operative Campaign for 1-4 players
  • Total immersion with ‘next-gen’ full body avatars powered by IKinema
  • Authentic FPS locomotion options for the most realistic VR combat experience
  • Powerful class-based gameplay with customizable ability upgrades
  • Best in-class physics & destruction, enhanced for the Intel® Core™ i7 and i9 processors.
  • Replayable missions with randomized objectives & enemy encounters
  • Spectacular Unreal Engine visuals & 3D Spatial Audio brings combat to life
  • Coming to HTC Vive & Oculus Rift early 2018

For more information, visit www.evasionvrgame.com and be first to apply for Beta access & latest news.

For exclusive updates, follow the official Evasion social channels at www.facebook.com/evasionVR , @evasionVR on Twitter and Reddit at www.reddit.com/r/EvasionVR.

Wishlist the game now on Steam store.steampowered.com/app/683000/Evasion/

CATaclysm Wicked Kitty Marathon Coming to COMET TV

October 25, 2017 – I hope your “feline like fall” because COMET TV has gone to the… Cats? CATaclysm: Wicked Kitty Movie Marathon, a collection of classic feline films, is taking over COMET TV Sunday, October 29 – just in time to inject some terror into each of your nine lives.

“You can’t fool a cat. They seem to know who’s not right. If you know what I mean.” – Mrs. Plunkett, Cat People

The hair-raising tales begin with the Bette Davis witchy tale, Wicked Stepmother, followed by the 1964 classic Tomb of Ligeia.

We then travel farther back with the 1942 tale Cat People and it’s inevitable sequel Curse of the Cat People, ending the marathon with Drew Barrymore in 1985’s Cat’s Eye.

CATaclysm: Wicked Kitty Movie Marathon begins at 10am ET, Sunday October 29 only on COMET TV.

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Six Flags Great Adventure Fright Fest: Behind the Fright Video

JACKSON, N.J. — October 25, 2017 — This week, adults and children alike find themselves preparing for the tricks and treats of Halloween. The daunting task of concocting a costumed character is at the core of one of America’s favorite holidays. During Fright Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure, the professional makeup and special effects team conquers the daily challenge of transforming 225 everyday humans into moaning, snarling, Halloween-inspired beasts in just a few short hours. So, how do they do it?

From animal-human hybrids and flesh-hungry zombies to maniacal clowns, toxic mutants, dancing demons and more, Six Flags offers a rare look behind the scenes to share some of the key tricks of the trade in a new video.

Fright Fest runs for one final weekend in New Jersey:

  • Friday, Oct. 275:30 pm to midnight
  • Saturday, Oct. 2811 am to midnight
  • Sunday, Oct. 2911 am to 10 pm
  • Monday, Oct. 305:00 pm to 11 pm
  • Tuesday, Oct. 315:00 pm to 11 pm

Fright Fest, the Northeast’s largest Halloween party, features world-class thrill rides, five scare zones, seven haunted mazes, 11 themed shows plus trick-or-treating for kids 12 and under on select days. For more information, call 732-928-2000 or visit www.sixflags.com/greatadventure