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Archive - 2018
Here’s a new video from Heatblur Simulations, the folks behind DCS: F-14 Tomcat. I feel the need – the need, for speed!
Larkspur, Calif. – Dec. 20, 2018 – Codemasters has today released the latest trailer for DiRT Rally 2.0. The new video, “Rally Through the Ages,” shows off some of the most iconic vehicles in rally history. The trailer is available to view now at www.youtube.com/DiRTgame.
The Alpine Renault A110 1600 S rallying through New Zealand represents the best of the 1960s, while the Ford Escort Mk II takes center stage in Australia to showcase what the 1970s had to offer. The Audi Sport quattro S1 E2 racing through the tarmac streets of Spain epitomizes the Group B power of the 1980s, and New England provides the perfect autumnal backdrop for Colin McRae’s SUBARU Impreza 1995.
The trailer also shows a first look at DiRT Rally 2.0’s stage degradation feature in action. Stage degradation replicates the way surfaces evolve throughout the course of a rally event.
“If you start first on the road you’re going to suffer from a lot of loose gravel, which means you’ll struggle for traction – and that makes it hard to put in a flowing stage with a good stage time,” said Codemasters’ Rally Consultant Jon Armstrong. “The optimal run time is probably around 5th – 10th place because you get that loose surface swept off, but it’s not too rough that it ruins your car or your rhythm.”
“The further down the running order you are from there, the more the surface is going to plough and rut, so you need to adjust your driving style and even your vehicle setup to cope with the evolving track. Even though you can drive down the same stage a thousand times, these stages are going to present a different challenge every time.”
The official game of the FIA World Rallycross Championship presented by Monster Energy, DiRT Rally 2.0 will launch on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X and Windows PC via Steam on Feb. 26, 2019. Players who pre-order the Deluxe Edition will have early access to the game on Feb. 22 and will also receive the first two seasons of post-release content once available.
With more to come on the forthcoming release of DiRT Rally 2.0 you can keep up with all the news and follow updates from the studio on Facebook and Twitter.
December 21, 2018 – Families looking for festive holiday activities between Christmas and New Year’s Day can enjoy the winter wonderland of Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Great Adventure daily Dec. 26 through Jan. 1. The World’s Ultimate Thrill Park lights up the nights with more than a million glittering lights, dazzling holiday entertainment, delicious seasonal treats, adorable elves and more than 30 of the park’s most popular rides.
Holiday in the Park’s fourth season features two new shows – Wonder: A Cirque Spectacular, and The Elf Who Saved Christmas; a newly themed area, Deck the Halls; a new holiday mirror maze and more rides than ever before. This enchanting adventure is included with park admission, Season Passes and active Memberships.
Guests can also ring in the New Year with a New Year’s Eve Celebration at 9 p.m. Dec. 31 featuring spectacular fireworks, music and more.
More information about Holiday in the Park is available at www.sixflags.com/greatadventure
WHEN:
Daily Dec. 26 through Jan. 1 from 1 to 9 p.m., weather permitting.
WHERE:
Six Flags Great Adventure, Rt. 537, Jackson, NJ 08527
More information is available at www.sixflags.com/greatadventure.
CALABASAS, Calif. – Dec. 20, 2018 – Independent publisher 505 Games and internationally renowned developer Remedy Entertainment, Plc. invite players to take a glimpse at the curious location behind the highly anticipated supernatural action-adventure game Control, with a gripping new “World” trailer. Originally revealed as an IGN First, the new trailer features narration by the distinguished James McCaffrey (Max Payne, Alan Wake, “Rescue Me”) in the role of former Bureau Director Trench:
Control is set in a unique and ever-changing world that juxtaposes our familiar reality with the strange and unexplainable. After a secretive agency in New York is invaded by an otherworldly threat, players will take on the role of Jesse Faden (Courtney Hope), the new Director struggling to regain Control. This sandbox-style, gameplay-driven experience built on the proprietary Northlight engine will challenge players to master a combination of supernatural abilities, modifiable loadouts and reactive environments while fighting through the deep and mysterious worlds Remedy is known and loved for.
To bring players even closer to the world of Control, Remedy Entertainment will host a global livestream direct from its development studio beginning at 8 a.m. PST today, Dec. 20, 2018, with VOD to follow. Featuring Game Director Mikael “Mixu” Kasurinen, Lead Actress Courtney Hope (Quantum Break, “The Bold and the Beautiful”), Remedy Communications Director Thomas Puha and hosted by Control Community Manager Vida Starcevic the livestream will offer a deeper discussion around the “World” trailer and a look at how far the game has come since its debut at E3 2018, as well as present the community with an opportunity to ask questions about the game via chat: https://www.twitch.tv/remedygames.
Control will arrive on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Steam for PC in 2019, published by 505 Games. To register for more information and regular updates, please visit www.controlgame.com.
IRVINE, CA, USA – Razer™, the leading lifestyle brand for gamers, today introduced a new way to play on console with the Razer Turret for Xbox One, a wireless keyboard and mouse combo designed for Xbox One.
“We’re extremely proud to team up with Microsoft to bring you this exclusive collaboration,” says Razer Co-Founder and CEO Min-Liang Tan. “With the Razer Turret for Xbox One, it is now possible to bring the full experience of a keyboard and mouse, with lighting and game integration to Xbox One.”
Built for reliable gaming on the couch, the Razer Turret for Xbox One offers a fast and stable 2.4 GHz wireless connection via a single dongle for the mouse and keyboard, and battery life of up to 40 hours on a single charge.
With Xbox Dynamic Lighting and Razer ChromaTM technology, console gamers now have access to the largest ecosystem of lighting, with up to 16.8-million color options and lighting effects for their keyboard and mouse. Additionally, Razer has been working with developers to bring Xbox Dynamic Lighting and Razer ChromaTM support in-game, offering immersive experiences on supported titles such as “X-Morph-Defense”, “Vermintide 2” and more.
“Razer ChromaTM expands even further into the living room,” says Tan, “building upon the success we’ve had with Philips Hue in room lighting.”
The keyboard features Razer’s gaming grade mechanical switches engineered for durability and reliability with a lifespan of up to 80-million keystrokes. A dedicated Xbox key also instantly pulls up the Xbox One dashboard for seamless navigation.
The included mouse is modelled after the popular Razer Mamba Wireless gaming mouse and features a high-performance 5G advanced optical sensor and RazerTM Mechanical Mouse Switches with up to 50-million clicks durability.
The mouse surface is conveniently hidden underneath the main body of the keyboard and can be extended for use, then retracted for charging and storage. A built-in ergonomic wrist rest extends from the base of the Razer Turret keyboard for Xbox One for added comfort.
The Razer Turret for Xbox One is also fully compatible with PC (Windows 10), enabling gamers to take their game from the PC to console and back.
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December 18, 2018 – Warsaw, Poland — There’s something almost ‘Dickensian’ about the world of Frostpunk — whether it’s the living conditions for people in the last city on Earth, the century that Charles Dickens’ novels and Frostpunk both exist in, or ‘A Christmas Carol’, the timeless Dickens classic and the title of the latest free Frostpunk update.
In the neverending winter of the late 19th century, humanity’s last survivors are desperately trying to build the foundation of a society capable of surviving the endless deep freeze. In the darkest of times, what they truly need is a little bit of hope — a tiny piece of home in a world far away from the home they remember. The holidays draw near, and the survivors come to you, the leader of this frozen hellscape to ask for ‘A Christmas Carol’ to cheer them up. Take a quick look here for a teaser glance at what people may need in the frozen world of Frostpunk.
Frostpunk’s ‘A Christmas Carol’ update brings a completely new quest to the game’s Endless Mode. A new Christmas-themed building is added and the event — as you may guess — brings a new moral dilemma for the leader. Otherwise, would it truly be ‘Frostpunkian’?
Including some minor fixes and improvements too, launch the game in Endless Mode and see what the ‘A Christmas Carol’ update brings to the game. From all of us here at 11 bit studios, we wish you the happiest of holidays.
LOS ANGELES, CA (December 18, 2018) – Square Enix®, Eidos-Montréal™, and Crystal Dynamics® are excited to announce “The Pillar,” the second of seven new DLC adventures for Shadow of the Tomb Raider™, is available now. Out as a free download to all Season Pass holders, and sold separately, “The Pillar” is available for the Xbox One family of devices including Xbox One X, the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Windows PC/Steam®.
In “The Pillar,” players will venture into the game’s newest challenge tomb known as Path of Huracan to discover the truth behind the legend of the Maya apocalypse. To reclaim an ancient treasure, Lara Croft must defy the treacherous storms of an all-new challenge tomb, all while fighting the forces of Trinity.
“The Pillar” offers new customization options with the Sinchi Chiqa Battle Dress outfit, which reduces damage from projectile weapons and allows additional ammo to be crafted. The Oathtaker’s bow deals greater damage to armored enemies, and the A Thousand Eyes skill allows Lara to use Survival Instincts when moving through tree canopies or concealment walls.
The first DLC release “The Forge” is also available now, and is playable in either co-op or single-player. Tombs from the main campaign, “Judge’s Gaze,” “Underworld Gate,” “Howling Caves”, and “Path of Battle” are all now playable in Score Attack and Time Attack modes.
Shadow of the Tomb Raider is available now worldwide on Xbox One, PlayStation®4, and Windows PC/Steam. The Season Pass is available for $29.99 or “The Pillar” can be purchased as a standalone for $4.99.
Vienna, Austria and Munich, Germany, December 18th, 2018 – The most magnificent of all fantasy races is now ready to march on it’s short legs into the world of Eo: With the new expansion Soul Harvest, RTS/RPG SpellForce 3 expands it’s roster of races to five. In the shadow of the glorious dwarvish armies, the Dark Elves are also coming to the game.
Sending the player on a full new epic campaign with over 20 hours of gameplay, Soul Harvest has even more features – all five factions will gain new units, flying units! Also there are new game modes and some of the game’s core systems has been completely overhauled, as the sector-based resource system for example.
Following it’s ingame announcement on December 17th – the first time ever, a game was announced in a game, as far as we know – Soul Harvest is due in Q2 2019 and will be available as a stand-alone expansion on PC. So you can chose to have the full SpellForce-III-Experience or to focus on Dwarves & Dark Elves instead. More details about the special discount for existing SpellForce-owners, the new units and some of the new game modes coming soon.
Features:
- Build your distinct heroes by a deep skilltree
- Lead your army to victory in a new sector-based RTS system
- Use unique mechanics of your army units to win epic battles
- Use flying units for even more advance tactics
- Epic fantasy soundtrack and bleeding edge top down graphics
Multiplayer Features:
- Each faction has three unique heroes that compliment individual play styles
- A modern multiplayer lobby will allow easier matchmaking and ranked play
- Play new game modes for a special challenge
- Create your own maps with the powerful modding tools.
New features compared to SpellForce 3:
- All-New Campaign: Featuring new storyline with over 20 hours of content
- All-New abilities and skilltrees for even more diverse heroes
- All-New RTS Gameplay: Sector-based system with a focus on global resource distribution and unique faction mechanic
- Unique mechanics and unique unit kits make the races feel very diverse and offer replay-value in the campaign
- Flying units allow more tactical elements
- New factions: Dwarves and Dark Elves
- Overhauled UI makes the game more pleasant to look at and more readable
Cambridge, UK. 18 December 2018. Frontier Developments plc (AIM: FDEV) today launched the Planet Coaster Magnificent Rides Collection for PC. Carefully selected to include some of the most iconic fairground and entertainment park designs from both the past and present, the Magnificent Rides Collection offers nine brand new rides plus one variant ride.
A closer look at the rides within the Magnificent Rides Collection can be found in the launch trailer premiering today here.
The Magnificent Rides Collection includes the following rides:
Flat Rides
Power Moves: A total powerhouse ride taking inspiration from travelling fairs. There’s nothing more extreme than Power Moves.
Hyperjump: Shoot for the stratosphere with multiple operations that allow players to vertically fling their guests in so many ways. From the classic stall and drop to the unforgiving multi-bounce.
Ascendance: A similar experience as the Hyperjump but with a larger capacity and for even larger extremes.
Grand Carousel: Arguably one of the most beautiful and elegant fairground rides ever made, and a true community favourite. It’s fun for all the family and will evoke fond memories for many.
Swift Eagles: A ride from the bygone era that has stood the test of time. Guests will love sailing through the air, but watch out for the cheeky riders snapping the car.
Roller Coasters
S. L. V.: A much-requested retro-designed coaster. This superbly detailed classic features both a shuttle mode and a looping mode for maximum flexibility.
Vector: Planet Coaster’s most flexible coaster yet complete with a chain-lift and LSM for a multi-launch loop in one coaster, making for a smooth and advanced ride experience.
Mind Melt: Brutally unforgiving, this inverted coaster will really test guests’ endurance on this recognisable classic.
Tracked Rides
Tracker: Enhance guests’ dark ride experience with a 3D mover for up to eight, which spins, pitches and banks to bring the ride’s story to life.
Transport Rides
Skies: Treat your guests to fantastic views while transporting around the park on this classic chairlift, with every detail lovingly crafted to create this mechanical marvel.