Archive - 2018

Corsair Launches Vengeance 5180 Gaming PC

2018/11/06
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FREMONT, CA, November 6th, 2018 – CORSAIR®, a world leader in PC gaming peripherals and enthusiast components, today announced the launch of the first in its new line of fully built gaming PCs: the CORSAIR VENGEANCE 5180. CORSAIR has long believed that the best gaming experience is on PC, and now makes it easier than ever to step up to PC gaming with a complete system built using the full array of CORSAIR hardware. Accompanied by award-winning CORSAIR peripherals and brilliant integrated RGB lighting controlled by iCUE software, VENGEANCE 5180 is the full cutting-edge package for those ready to enter the world of PC gaming.

Powered by a liquid-cooled 8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-8700 Processor, the VENGEANCE 5180 delivers six-core performance at speeds up to 4.6GHz. This is complemented by state-of-the-art graphics from NVIDIA®, with a powerful GeForce RTX™ 2080 delivering ultra-high frame rates and stunning in-game experiences. Based on the revolutionary NVIDIA Turing™ architecture, the GeForce RTX™ 2080 employs the most advanced graphics technology available, capable of real-time ray tracing for incredibly realistic lighting that brings games to life like never before.

The VENGEANCE 5180 also comes equipped with 16GB of CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB PRO performance DDR4 memory, a CORSAIR K55 RGB Gaming Keyboard, and a CORSAIR HARPOON RGB Gaming Mouse. In total, the VENGEANCE 5180 boasts 95 customizable RGB LEDs controlled by powerful CORSAIR iCUE software throughout its compact Micro-ATX cube case, complete with tempered glass side, front and roof panels that offer a full view of the light show.

CORSAIR iCUE software is at the heart of the VENGEANCE 5180, connecting all your CORSAIR iCUE compatible products together in a single interface and giving you complete control of everything from lighting and powerful macros to system monitoring and cooling control. iCUE also powers nearly limitless synchronized patterns and lighting effects to play across your components, and even allows your system to react dynamically to in-game events like gunfire and alarms when playing iCUE-integrated games such as Far Cry 5®.

The rest of VENGEANCE 5180’s components round out the system’s ability to play the latest games at consistently high frame rates and maximum detail. Push your CPU faster, with less fan noise, thanks to a CORSAIR Hydro Series H100i PRO liquid CPU cooler. A CORSAIR 480GB Force MP300 SSD offers ultra-fast boot speeds and rapid game loads, while a 2TB hard disk drive provides the space you need for all your files and media. The system also comes pre-installed with a Windows 10 Home operating system, allowing you to unbox and start gaming immediately.

With state-of-the-art components, a compact size, and integrated customizable RGB lighting, CORSAIR VENGEANCE 5180 is the perfect way to step up your game.

Technical Specifications

  • CPU: Intel® Core™ i7-8700
  • GPU: NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 2080
  • CPU Cooling: CORSAIR Hydro Series H100i PRO
  • Motherboard: Intel® B360 Chipset
  • DRAM: 2x8GB CORSAIR VENGEANCE RGB PRO DDR4-2666
  • Storage #1: 480GB CORSAIR Force MP300
  • Storage #2: 2TB 7200RPM 3.5″ HDD
  • PSU: CORSAIR CX750
  • Chassis: CORSAIR Crystal 280X RGB
  • OS: Microsoft Windows 10 Home 64-bit
  • Keyboard: CORSAIR K55 RGB
  • Mouse: CORSAIR Harpoon RGB
  • Cooling Fans: 2x CORSAIR LL120 RGB 120mm & 2x CORSAIR LL140 RGB 140mm
  • Lighting: 1x CORSAIR RGB Lighting Strip
  • iCUE Control: CORSAIR Lighting Node PRO Digital RGB Lighting Controller
  • MSRP: $2,399 Exc. tax

Availability, Warranty and Pricing

The CORSAIR VENGEANCE 5180 is available immediately in North America from the CORSAIR website. The CORSAIR VENGEANCE 5180 is backed by a comprehensive two-year warranty and the CORSAIR worldwide customer support network, which includes dedicated technical support, 24 Hour phone support and an included suite of self-diagnostic tools.

For up-to-date pricing of the CORSAIR VENGEANCE 5180, please refer to the CORSAIR website or contact your local CORSAIR sales or PR representative.

Web Page

To learn more about the CORSAIR VENGEANCE 5180 please visit:

http://www.corsair.com/vengeance-gaming-pc

OVERKILL’S The Walking Dead Out Now

2018/11/06
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STOCKHOLM – Nov. 6, 2018 – Starbreeze, Skybound Entertainment and 505 Games have announced the global release of OVERKILL’S The Walking Dead on Windows PC.

Inspired by Robert Kirkman’s original graphic novels and developed by OVERKILL – A Starbreeze Studio, this new co-op multiplayer action game is available today via Steam for $59.99, including all episodes from the game’s first two seasons of content. Players can also purchase OVERKILL’S The Walking Dead Deluxe Edition, containing the full game, both its first and second seasons of content, the Night Raid Collection cosmetic DLC, a digital artbook, and the game’s digital soundtrack, all for $79.99.

OVERKILL’s The Walking Dead is a four-player co-op shooter where players must band together on a variety of missions to find survivors, secure supplies and survive. 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.

As part of Anderson Camp, players will team up with other survivors to confront the challenges and horrors of post-apocalyptic Washington, D.C. The first season of 10 episodes, available in full at launch, features new areas of the city to explore, unique characters and weapons to encounter, and action-packed battles to overcome. The second season of episodes will begin with the game’s first major content update later this month.

In collaboration with RED Productions, Starbreeze is also hosting STREAMING DEAD LIVE!, a special launch celebration beginning today at 5:00 pm ET/2:00 pm PT at https://www.twitch.tv/starbreeze. The event will feature a variety of special guests, influencers, gameplay, giveaways, a special new cinematic trailer and more, all hosted by Kinda Funny’s Greg Miller with special guests Shroud, Anne Munition, ANGRYPUG and JGhosty.

OVERKILL’s The Walking Dead will arrive on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One around the world in February 2019. Console pre-orders are available now digitally and at most major retailers.

For more information, visit OVERKILL’S The Walking Dead‘s Steam page, https://www.overkillsthewalkingdead.com, and follow the game on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram with #OTWD.

Road Redemption Console Launch Trailer

2018/11/06
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ROSWELL, GA — Nov. 6, 2018 — Tripwire Interactive, developers of the award-winning Killing Floor and Red Orchestra franchises – and publisher for Road Redemption in partnership with developers at EQ-Games and Pixel Dash Studios – announced today that Road Redemption, the beloved spiritual successor to Road Rash, launches today for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Nintendo Switch system with a version for Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft coming soon. Following a successful crowdfunding campaign and Steam launch with overwhelmingly positive user, Steam Curator, and critic reviews, Tripwire Interactive is ready to bring Road Redemption’s unique brand of driving combat and motorcycle mayhem to console systems.

Available to purchase today on the official Road Redemption launch day microsite, PlayStation Store and Nintendo eShop for $19.99 USD, Road Redemption finds players leading a biker gang on an epic journey across the United States in a driving combat road rage adventure. Earn money by completing races, assassinations, robberies, and other challenges. As you collect loot, players will be able to upgrade their character, bike, and weapons to build up the ultimate road warrior. Complete with a huge single-player campaign, dozens of weapons, full 4-player co-op split-screen, and online multiplayer, Road Redemption marks a return to those halcyon days of brutal, arcade-style, action racing.

Road Redemption Key Features:

  • Singleplayer campaign
  • Online Multiplayer
  • Local Multiplayer + Co-op
  • Shared/Splitscreen
  • Brutal weapons
  • Deep motorcycle combat system complete with grabs, kicks, counters, critical strikes, and more
  • Rooftop racing and non-stop emergent action

Today’s announcement follows recent news about the first ever in-game crossover event for Killing Floor 2 and Road Redemption on Steam. Players with both titles in their Steam library recently saw the addition of the Road Redeemer chained bat melee weapon from Road Redemption in Killing Floor 2 – and two new riders in Road Redemption from the Killing Floor 2 universe: DJ Skully and Hans Volter. PlayStation 4 and Xbox One players can also look forward to this ultra awesome crossover later this year with the upcoming launch of Killing Floor 2’s yearly winter update.

To keep up with the latest about the Road Redemption, be sure to visit the official Road Redemption launch day microsite and website – and follow the Road Redemption development team on Twitter and Facebook.

You can also keep track of Road Redemption publisher Tripwire Interactive on any of these channels: www.tripwireinteractive.com, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/tripwireinteractive, Twitter at https://twitter.com/TripwireInt, Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/tripwireinteractive/ and on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/user/tripwireinteractive.

Deadwood Movie Now in Production

2018/11/05
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Geek News, Movie News, News

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 5, 2018 – Production has begun in Los Angeles on HBO Films’ “Deadwood” movie, it was announced today by Casey Bloys, president, HBO Programming. Continuing the story begun in David Milch’s critically acclaimed, Emmy®-winning HBO series, the feature-length presentation is written by Milch, directed by Daniel Minahan and features original cast members from the series.

In the “Deadwood” film, the indelible characters of the series are reunited after ten years to celebrate South Dakota’s statehood. Former rivalries are reignited, alliances are tested and old wounds are reopened, as all are left to navigate the inevitable changes that modernity and time have wrought.

Returning cast members for the “Deadwood” movie include: Ian McShane (Al Swearengen), Timothy Olyphant (Seth Bullock), Molly Parker (Alma Ellsworth), Paula Malcomson (Trixie), John Hawkes (Sol Star), Anna Gunn (Martha Bullock), Dayton Callie (Charlie Utter), Brad Dourif (Doc Cochran), Robin Weigert (“Calamity” Jane Canary), William Sanderson (E.B. Farnum), Kim Dickens (Joanie Stubbs) and Gerald McRaney (George Hearst). The film will also feature new cast member Jade Pettyjohn (Caroline).

During its three-season, 36-episode run on HBO from 2004 to 2006, the “Deadwood” series was nominated for 28 Primetime Emmy® Awards, winning eight, including Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series (Walter Hill), and also received a Golden Globe Award for Best Performer by an Actor in a Television Series – Drama (Ian McShane).

The “Deadwood” film is executive produced by David Milch, Carolyn Strauss, Daniel Minahan, Gregg Fienberg, Scott Stephens, Ian McShane and Timothy Olyphant; directed by Daniel Minahan; written by David Milch.

Surviving Mars Space Race Features Trailer

2018/11/05
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

STOCKHOLM – Nov. 5, 2018 – Paradox Interactive and Haemimont Games have today announced that Surviving Mars’ first expansion Space Race will launch on November 15th, 2018 for PC, Xbox and PlayStation. With the introduction of rival colonies, players can look forward to a whole new side of extraterrestrial colonization with other settlements racing for milestones and key colonists as competitors, or issuing distress calls and trading as crucial allies. Either way, the cold expanse of space just got far less isolated with new rival colonies and new mission sponsors footing the bills.

Whether your approach to colonization of alien planets is fast and furious, or slow and steady wins the space, get all the information you need to get ahead in the new feature breakdown trailer here:

Or, check out the new expansion for yourself! Paradox is hosting a streaming event called Space Race – Rival Colonies Stream on the 7th of November at 17:00 CET08:00 PST at the Paradox Mixer channel, and you can follow the Space Race here: https://mixer.com/paradoxinteractive

Surviving Mars: Space Race features include:

  • A Challenger Appears: Compete for milestones and anomalies with several other AI colonies backed by rival sponsors attempting to set roots on Mars and vie to become this planet’s superpower. You can trade with, respond to distress calls for, issue distress calls to, and even steal important colonists from these competitor colonies as you establish your territory on Mars.

  • Earth to Mars, repeat, Earth to Mars: No matter how deep in space you go, you need to follow the money. Each sponsor comes with unique, new sets of goals to complete as you further their individual goals for colonization.

  • Represent the Home Team: Each sponsor has their own unique vehicle and building that only their colonies can construct and take advantage of in their mission. Express the individuality of your space-faring conglomerate inside and out of your domes.

  • New Money, New Problems: Meet two new players in the fight for the final frontier. Japan and Brazil are now available as brand new mission sponsors and are ready to move heaven and Mars to make their mark!

  • Expect the Unexpected: Experience narrative events throughout your colonization process that help reveal the realities of life in the dome and challenge your management skills.

Surviving Mars: Space Race Plus also features the Marsvision Song Contest and Colony Design Set content packs for the colonizer who appreciates the finer things in life on Mars:

  • Human Music, I Like It: Mars hasn’t killed the radio star (yet)! With Marsvision Song Contest players get a new radio station featuring all the top pop songs from the sponsor countries. Bop along to some J-pop, Bollywood and more as you fend off mortal peril for your colonists!

  • Smarten Up Your Streets: Deck out your dome with 25 new buildings to give a fresh look to your living, working, and playing quarters. Whether it’s a Stirling Generator or a Spacebar, make sure you spruce up your space to be out of this world.

Get a headstart in the race and sign up for a pre-order here: https://www.paradoxplaza.com/surviving-mars-space-race/SUSM01ESK0000063-MASTER.html

To find out more about Surviving Mars take a look at here for upcoming news and community activities: www.survivingmars.com/

Kingdom Hearts III Tangled Trailer

2018/11/05
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LOS ANGELES (Nov. 5, 2018) – First shown at Lucca Comics & Games this past weekend in Italy, SQUARE ENIX® and Disney have unveiled a brand-new KINGDOM HEARTS III trailer welcoming viewers to Rapunzel’s magical kingdom of Corona, based on Walt Disney Animation Studio’s Tangled.

As Rapunzel leaves her mysterious tower for the first time with the help of charming bandit Flynn Rider – Sora, Donald and Goofy join the pair on their adventure to the kingdom, taking on the Heartless along the way. The new trailer also showcases some of the unique combat players can enjoy in the Tangled-inspired world as the team defeats the Heartless with the help of Rapunzel’s magical golden hair.

Darksiders III Pre-Orders Get Darksiders: Warmastered Edition Free

2018/11/02
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Vienna, Austria, November 1, 2018 – THQ Nordic is enhancing Darksiders: Warmastered Edition and Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition to prepare action-adventure fans for the launch of Darksiders III on November 27. Beginning today, gamers who pre-order Darksiders III can download and play Darksiders: Warmastered Edition. The enhanced version of Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition will be available later this month.

Players who pre-order Darksiders III Blades & Whips Edition from the Microsoft Store will be able to download and play the enhanced Darksiders: Warmastered Edition and Darksiders II: Deathinitive Edition in native 4K, along with Darksiders III on November 26 – one day before official launch!

The comprehensive Darksiders III pre-order campaign is ongoing and promises major rewards for Darksiders fans who have patiently waited more than six years for the release of Darksiders III.

Pre-order here: DarksidersIII_Pre-Order.

Star Trek Fleet Command Announced

2018/11/02
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Mobile News, News

LOS ANGELES – Nov. 2, 2018 – Scopely, an interactive entertainment company and mobile games publisher, and CBS Interactive, today announced the development of Star Trek Fleet Command, a new multiplayer real-time strategy and role-play game that brings an entire galaxy of characters and ships to life for the ultimate Star Trek gaming experience. Based on the 2009, 2013 and 2016 cinematic Star Trek universe, the upcoming game is now available for pre-registration on Google Play and will be available worldwide as a free download on the App Store and Google Play Thursday, November 29th.

Star Trek Fleet Command is the first free-roaming multiplayer Star Trek experience to combine role-playing game style progression and real-time battles with enemy ships—all on mobile devices. A fast-paced strategy experience, the game brings players unparalleled access to the Star Trek universe along with an epic narrative that unfolds as they travel to the furthest corners of the galaxy.

“We’re thrilled to work with CBS Interactive on such iconic IP and believe we’ve designed an expansive, dynamic and super social Star Trek experience for both strategy and role-play gaming fans,” said Tim O’Brien, Chief Revenue Officer at Scopely. “We wanted to create a cinematic, action-packed, genre-defying game that embraces the heart of the franchise—exploration, to allow players to experience an entire galaxy of quests and missions for endless adventure.”

“We are always looking for new ways to bring fans more robust, interactive Star Trek experiences,” said Rob Gelick, Executive Vice President and General Manager at CBS Entertainment Digital, CBS Interactive. “Star Trek Fleet Command is a unique new Star Trek game that lets fans decide their own fate in a vibrant galaxy full of epic ships and iconic characters. By bringing a massive multiplayer universe to mobile devices, Star Trek Fleet Command expands the franchise in a bold new way.”

In Star Trek Fleet Command, players are able to customize their gameplay experience as narrative paths branch and diverge depending on which of the hundreds of available missions they choose to complete and how they approach interactions with other deep-space denizens. Fans of the series will have the opportunity to meet and build dream teams made up of their favorite characters including Captain Kirk, Spock and Uhura, and factions such as the Federation, Klingons and Romulans to fight alongside and determine their place in the cosmos. With each faction offering unique officers, ships and technologies to progress and utilize as strategic assets, the amount of personalization offered in Star Trek Fleet Command is about as limitless as the universe.

Star Trek Fleet Command is the latest in Scopely’s line of mobile games based on renowned entertainment properties such as the award-winning WWE Champions, The Walking Dead: Road to Survival™, YAHTZEE® With Buddies, Wheel of Fortune®: Free Play and the upcoming Looney Tunes: World of Mayhem.

Published by Scopely, Star Trek Fleet Command is created and developed in partnership with DIGIT Game Studios.

Fallout 76 Presents a Night with Rick & Morty

2018/11/02
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November 2, 2018 – Feeling schwifty? You’re about to. We’re taking the biggest streamer on the planet, a once-in-a-generation rap talent, the most beloved animated comedy duo of our time, and forcing them to survive together in the wasteland of Appalachia. The good news is you don’t have to travel to an alternate dimension to find out what happens! Tune in to Mixer or Twitch on Thursday, November 8 for an unprecedented Fallout 76 stream on Xbox One featuring Ninja, Logic, and none other than Rick and Morty (yes, that Rick and Morty) for what is sure to be the streaming event of the year.

Catch all the action beginning at 6:00 p.m. PT/9:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, November 8.

The next Fallout 76 B.E.T.A. session is November 3 from 5 p.m. ET – 9 p.m. ET for all players who pre-ordered the game on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, or PC. Fallout 76 releases worldwide on November 14.

Final Fantasy Trading Card Game Opus VII Set Now Available

2018/11/02
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News

LOS ANGELES (Nov. 2, 2018) – The popular FINAL FANTASY® TRADING CARD GAME (“FFTCG”) released its seventh card expansion, “Opus VII” today. The “Opus VII” set features original, never before revealed, exclusive artwork by Toshitaka Matsuda (FINAL FANTASY V), Toshiyuki Itahana (FINAL FANTASY Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates), Akira Oguro (FINAL FANTASY Legends) and Kumiko Koike (FINAL FANTASY, various monsters).

Featuring 138 unique cards, the set also introduces individual characters, Noctis (FINAL FANTASY XV) and Lasswell (FINAL FANTASY BRAVE EXVIUS®) for the first time, with more support coming for both titles next year. Each “Opus VII” Booster Pack features twelve total cards with one premium foil card, bringing players even closer to completing their FINAL FANTASY TRADING CARD GAME collection.

Players who purchase a full Booster Display Box from participating retailers can receive a full art version of Noctis while supplies last.

Further information on the new “Opus VII” card set is available at: https://fftcg.square-enix-games.com/.

The FINAL FANTASY TRADING CARD GAME also recently released its first Two Player Starter Set: Villains & Heroes, themed around DISSIDIA® FINAL FANTASY NT. The new Starter Set features two decks and is a full two-player game without need for additional cards. Both decks contain popular, powerful cards, including Genesis (Crisis Core: FINAL FANTASY VII) and Vivi (FINAL FANTASY IX), that can be used to supplement existing FINAL FANTASY TRADING CARD GAME decks.

Related Links:
Official Website: https://www.fftradingcardgame.com/na
Official FINAL FANTASY TCG Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/FinalFantasyTCG
Official FINAL FANTASY Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/finalfantasy
Official FINAL FANTASY Twitter: @FINALFANTASY
Official FINAL FANTASY Instagram: @FINALFANTASY