Archive - 2018

Bionik Unveils Mantis PlayStation VR Headphones

2018/10/25

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Tech News

Los Angeles, CA (October 25, 2018) – Bionik, a manufacturer of innovative and high quality gaming accessories, is thrilled to announce the Mantis™ is now officially licensed for use exclusively with PlayStation®4 (PS4™) and PlayStation®VR (PS VR) in Europe, Africa, Middle East, Russia, India and Oceania. Bionik’s unique detachable headphones will help players further immerse themselves in the incredible virtual worlds of PS VR.

Mantis is engineered for seamless integration with PS VR, featuring a unique clip-on design for easy attachment and removal. Comprised of high quality components and a complementary color scheme, the headphones are lightweight, intuitive to use and come complete with an audio cable for use with PS VR. The officially licensed Mantis will include both on-ear and over-the-ear attachment options, which allows for even more customization to fit the needs of all PS VR players.

“The Mantis was designed from its inception to complement and enhance the extraordinary PS VR experience as a natural extension of the headset,” said Amir Navid, Bionik’s SVP of Product Development. “We’re thrilled to partner with SIEE on the official licensed release of Mantis, and look forward to serving our SIEE region customers that have been excited for the Mantis’ debut. This kit will include everything you need for customized, integrated, and immersive sound made even richer thanks to PS VR’s 3D Audio capabilities.

For more information on Bionik check out www.bionikgaming.com and www.facebook.com/bionikgaming and follow on Twitter @BionikGaming.

Respawn unveils New Gaming Desks

2018/10/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

HOLLY SPRINGS, N.C. – Oct. 25, 2018 – RESPAWN Products, a leading gaming furniture maker, today announced the launch of a new lineup of gaming desks. Composed of two major product series, the formidable RSP-1000 and height-adjustable RSP-3000 classes are available in an array of colors. The four new desking products join the RESPAWN Products gaming furniture offering, alongside the ten current PC gaming chairs currently available.

For more information on the RESPAWN Products gaming desk lineup and to purchase, please visit: RespawnProducts.com.

“In the last year since launching RESPAWN Products, we’ve supported gamers at every level of play – from professional Fortnite tournaments at PAX West, to partnering with the National Association of Collegiate Esports to support collegiate athletes, down to the casual gamer looking to game in comfort and style at home,” said Blake Zalcberg, General Manager of RESPAWN Products. “Now with our new desking launch, we’re able to offer a full suite of stylish, ergonomic furniture for gamers looking to the complete their battlestations without breaking the bank.”

RESPAWN Products is committed to delivering quality, accessible gaming furniture without sacrificing comfort or performance. The desking lineup consists of four different product options so gamers can select their preferred type of comfort, style and functionality. Features include:

Ergonomic Comfort:
- Back-mounted, height adjustable monitor shelves to allow gamers to place action at desired eye-level, also allows for more desktop surface space.
- Beveled front edges fit to allow players to cozy up to their station, allowing forearms to rest comfortably on desk.
- The RESPAWN-3000 series desk features height adjustable bases, allowing the gaming desks to go from conventional sitting desks to standing desks.
Adjustable Accessories:
- Built in cup holder to eliminate chance of spillage.
- Organizational solutions for headphones and speakers.
Premium Make: Built to last with steel tube framing enabling support of up to 200-pound weight capacity, featuring contrasting color options that match RESPAWN chairs.
Warranty and Support: All desks are backed by the RESPAWN Limited Lifetime warranty with dedicated year-round representative support.

Explore the full range of RESPAWN’s gaming desk lineup:

For more information on RESPAWN, please visit the official website at RespawnProducts.com.

Peter Cullen Attending Comic Con Revolution Ontario

2018/10/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

New York, Wednesday, October 24, 2018 – Atomic Crush Events’ (ACE) Comic Con Revolution Ontario (CCR ONT) is proud to announce that voice acting icon Peter Cullen will be attending this year CCR ONT on Saturday, May 18. CCR ONT is currently Cullen’s only scheduled appearance in California for 2019.

Cullen is best known as the voice of the unforgettable leader of the Autobots – Optimus Prime! He has voiced the character in the Transformers movies, cartoons and video games for nearly 35 years. Other notable roles include The Transformers’ Ironhide, Disney’s melancholy loveable donkey Eeyore, Chip ‘n Dale’s Rescue Rangers’ Monterey Jack, the evil KARR of Knight Rider fame, Voltron’s King Alfor and many, many more.

As part of the days programming a, 50-minute one-on-one panel with Peter will give fans a rare opportunity to hear from Cullen himself about how for the past 35 years he has portrayed the heroic Optimus Prime across cartoons, video games and feature films.

“Cullen’s iconic voice has brought joy to countless fans across the globe for more than a generation. His personal appearances are a rare treat for those fans,” said ACE co-founder and partner Mike Scigliano. “Comic Con Revolution is excited to be playing host and have an unforgettable day planned that will include opportunities for autographs, photo ops as well as a panel session.”

“I am so looking forward to my very first appearance at Comic Con Revolution in Ontario, CA in May and to working with the gang at Atomic Crush Events to deliver a first rate experience to you, the most loyal and devoted fans on the planet,” said Cullen. “See you in May!”

“Peter is a legend, plain and simple. His vocal skills gave life and personality to a character, the heroic Optimus Prime, that 35 years later is still as popular as he’s ever been,” said ACE co-founder and partner Drew Seldin. “Having Peter join us in The Inland Empire at Comic Con Revolution is an honor and privilege for us.”

Guests scheduled to appear include: Matthew Atchley, Sweeney Boo, Evan Cagle, Sandy King Carpenter, Ming Chen, Amanda Conner, Neo Edmund, Joe Eisma, Adam Faberman, Carlos Ferro, Joel Gomez, Steven Gordon, Matt Haley, Travis Hanson, Chad Hardin, Ray-Anthony Height, Megan Hutchison, Santa Inoue, Ryan Kincaid, Mike Kunkel, Ian McGinty, Rafael Navarro, James O’Barr, Pernile Orum, Jimmy Palmiotti, Jules, Rivera, Stan Sakai, Patrick Scullin, Beth Sotelo, Angi Viper, Mike Wellman & Mike Zeck.

Order your tickets to Comic Con Revolution today at https://www.comicconrevolution.com/ontario/

Early bird pricing will be available until December 31, 2018. Tickets purchased at the door will be $5 more per ticket. In addition to the savings, advanced ticket holders will receive a limited edition art print, as well as being able to enter the exhibit floor an hour early each day.

Location:
Ontario Convention Center
2000 E Convention Center Way
Ontario, CA 91764

Hours:
Saturday May 18th, 2019 – 10am (9am with advance ticket purchase) – 7pm
Sunday May 19th, 2019 – 11am (10am with advance ticket purchase) – 5pm

For more information, as well as tickets,
head to http://www.comicconrevolution.com/ontario

Stellaris: MegaCorp Announcement Trailer

2018/10/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

STOCKHOLM – Oct. 24, 2018 – Paradox Interactive, a publisher and developer of games that promise a brighter future, has today announced the newest full expansion coming to Stellaris, the sci-fi grand strategy game from Paradox Development Studio. In this economy-focused expansion, players become the CEO of a powerful corporate empire set on expanding operations across the stars.

Behold the new dawn with the MegaCorp announcement trailer here:

Get a headstart up the corporate ladder and pre-order today here: https://pdxint.at/2EHh6QW

Stellaris: MegaCorp introduces a revolutionary new way to conduct business on a galactic scale by seamlessly synergizing new markets and city planets with state-of-the-art citizen solutions and more marketable human capital. Alongside a host of free updates coming to Stellaris, the new MegaCorp DLC will include:

Corporate Culture: Chief Executive Officers of a MegaCorp can conduct business on a galaxy-wide scale with a host of new civics. By building Branch Offices on planets within empires they have trade agreements with, the MegaCorp can add a portion of the planet’s Trade Value to their own network. Using the new Corporate Authority, construct an economic powerhouse and dominate galactic trade – for a brighter future.
City World: With Ecumenopolis, players can increase the population density of core worlds to truly epic proportions, eventually creating a planet-spanning megacity.
Caravaneer Fleets: Keep an eye out for the Caravaneers, nomadic interstellar wheelers-and-dealers who stay aloof from galactic politics, and always have a bargain up their sleeve. Expect surprises when these master traders wander through your space or when you visit their home systems.
More Megastructures: Budget has been approved for your own glorious Matter Decompressor, Mega-Art Installation or Strategic Coordination Center to acquire new scaling capabilities for your megalopolis.
Galactic Slave Market: Buy and sell labor on an industrial scale, set them free or keep them as livestock. The choice is yours!
VIP Status Comes with its Perks: Keep your economy competitive in a cutthroat galaxy with additional Ascension perks.

For more information about Stellaris, visit http://www.stellarisgame.com/

Hitman 2 All Locations Trailer

2018/10/24

Jerry Paxton

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

October 24, 2018 – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and IO Interactive today released a new, cinematic trailer for HITMAN 2, entitled Untouchable, providing a deeper look at the man known as Agent 47, as well as a first look at the many exotic locations that players will be able to experience when the game launches on November 13. Beyond the sun-drenched streets of Miami and the dangerous jungles of Colombia, the video gives viewers a glimpse of the other diverse destinations that will serve as the ultimate assassination playground in HITMAN 2, including Hawke’s Bay, Mumbai, Whittleton Creek and the mysterious Isle of Sgàil.

For more information on the HITMAN 2 locations reveal, visit: https://www.ioi.dk/hitman-2-locations-reveal/.

HITMAN 2 is the follow-up to the internationally acclaimed video game, HITMAN. Featuring entirely new hyper-detailed sandbox locations full of living, breathing environments to explore, HITMAN 2 offers players the freedom to plan the ultimate assassination utilizing an assortment of tools, weapons, disguises and a variety of stealth techniques to creatively trigger their own unique chain of events.

HITMAN 2 introduces new ways to play with the Sniper Assassin mode, a standalone feature that brings a co-op experience to the Hitman series for the first time, allowing two players to work together online to take down their targets. Sniper Assassin is available to play now as an early access bonus for consumers who pre-order the HITMAN 2. Players can also enter the HITMAN: Sniper Assassin Competition and put their marksman skills to the ultimate test for a chance to win the grand prize of getting their name and likeness included in future HITMAN 2 content. For more information, visit: https://hitman.com/competition.

HITMAN 2 will feature a unique and brand-new take on 1-versus-1 multiplayer competition with Ghost Mode. Players will put their assassination skills to the ultimate test as they compete against each other online, both as Agent 47, to assassinate the most targets faster and cleaner than their opponent, while utilizing weapons, items, outfits and ghost crate supply drops to help accomplish the overall mission.

HITMAN 2 will be available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4 Pro, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X and PC beginning November 13, 2018.

To learn more about HITMAN 2, please visit www.hitman.com or join the HITMAN 2 conversation on Twitter (@Hitman), Facebook (@Hitman), Instagram (@Hitman), YouTube (Hitman), Twitch (Hitman), Discord (Hitman), Reddit (Hitman) or the Hitman Forum.

Cities: Skylines Industries DLC Launch Trailer

2018/10/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

STOCKHOLM – Oct. 23, 2018 – Paradox Interactive and Colossal Order today released the Industries expansion for Cities: Skylines on PC, Mac and Linux. For $14.99 MSRP, players can pick up the most in-depth DLC in Cities history, build unique factories, and customize their industrial areas with supply chains for four different resource types. Synthetic Dawn Radio was also released today for $3.99 MSRP, along with a free gameplay update.

Get more info and download Industries now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/715194/Cities_Skylines__Industries/

Mind your business! With Industries, well managed industry areas will level up and become more efficient. Along with production chains, there is a new city mail service, a cargo airport, FIVE new maps, new policies, new city services, new buildings and more.

Check out the tutorial series on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4hR-M4rl7ucJI3bDPtChHATEuZaA13A3&disable_polymer=true

Coinciding with the Industries expansion, Cities: Skylines is also getting a new radio channel and a free content update. Synthetic Dawn Radio is the most far-out radio station to land in-game ever! It features 16 original new songs across four genres: 80s Electro, Vocoding Electro, Breakbeats and Futuristic Synths. The free update coming alongside Industries will introduce toll booths and road tolls, which will slow traffic, but generate income for the city. Players can also now designate historical buildings, and create custom name lists for citizens, districts and buildings

Universal Studios Announces Kid Friendly Halloween Celebration

2018/10/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News

Universal City, California, October 23, 2018 – Universal Studios Hollywood hosts its first-ever kid-friendly Halloween celebration, inviting all children 12 years of age and under to don creative costumes to Trick-or-Treat at the theme park along with some of their favorite characters on Saturday, October 27 and Sunday, October 28 from 10am to 4pm.

Halloween-themed characters located throughout the theme park include Hello Kitty as The Bride of Frankenstein, Illumination’s Minion Monsters, SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick Star, Scooby Doo and the gang, Curious George, Woody Woodpecker, Dracula, Frankenstein and The Mummy.

Other entertaining activities include a Halloween Party in the Plaza with a live DJ, music, games and costume showcase. Also, Halloween treat decorating will be available for purchase. All children 12 years of age and under will receive a free carnival game voucher redeemable at Super Silly Fun Land, located adjacent to the “Despicable Minion Mayhem” ride or Krustyland’s Carnival Games, located adjacent to “The Simpsons™ Ride.”

The Halloween celebration is included in the price of theme park admission to Universal Studios Hollywood. A specially-designed activity map will be provided complementary to help navigate the many memorably-ghoulish moments.

The at-a-glance schedule of events features:

10am – 4pm Trick-or-Treat and Character meet and greets

at select theme park locations

11am – 2pm Halloween Party in the Plaza

1 – 2pm Costume Showcase at Universal Plaza

More information is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.

Universal Studios Offers Stranger Things Horror Nights Maze Daytime Walkthrough

2018/10/23

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Geek News, Halloween, News

Universal City, CA, October 23, 2018 – For the first time, Universal Studios Hollywood offers guests a “lights on” walk-through experience of the all-new “Stranger Things” maze during the day, providing an authentic, behind-the-scenes look at how the Upside Down comes to life at “Halloween Horror Nights” from Monday, October 29 through Friday, November 2. The self-guided tour of the movie-quality sets featured in the “Stranger Things” maze is included in the price of daytime admission to the theme park.

“Halloween Horror Nights” continues select nights now through Sunday, November 4, adding one more terrifying night due to popular demand.

Working collaboratively with Netflix, along with the creators and executive producer of the blockbuster series—Matt Duffer, Ross Duffer and Shawn Levy, the maze is an authentic representation of “Stranger Things,” designed to transport guests into artfully recreated scenes and storylines in season one. From the menacing Hawkins National Laboratory, under the U.S. Department of Energy, to the Byers home adorned with an erratic display of flashing Christmas lights and the eerie Upside Down woods oozing a shower of floating orb-like spores, guests will discover how the chilling new maze offers surprising twists and unexpected turns around every corner – in the light of day.

Each night at “Halloween Horror Nights,” the parallel universe, referred to as the Upside Down, that terrorized the small town of Hawkins, Indiana in “Stranger Things,” brings the chittering, predatory Demogorgon to stalk unwitting guests as they encounter iconic scenes, characters and environments from the mesmerizing season one of the critically-acclaimed series.

Universal Studios’ “Halloween Horror Nights” is the ultimate Halloween event. For more than 25 years, guests from around the world have visited “Halloween Horror Nights” to become victims inside their own horror film. Multiple movie-quality mazes based on iconic horror television shows, films and original stories come to life season after season, while the streets of each park’s event are transformed into highly-themed scare zones with menacing scare-actors lunging from every darkened corner.

For the first time ever, Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Singapore are partnering with Netflix to bring “Stranger Things” to life at this year’s “Halloween Horror Nights” events. For more information and to purchase tickets for “Halloween Horror Nights,” visit www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com.

Spintires: MudRunner American Wilds Launch Trailer

2018/10/23

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

October 23, 2018 – Indie hit Spintires: MudRunner gets even more gripping with the American Wilds expansion available today on PC, PS4, and Xbox One, and the Switch version coming November 27. Check out the American Wilds Launch Trailer to see much-requested added features: new vehicles from Ford, Chevrolet, Hummer and more, plus maps based on the roughest terrain of the United States, adding to Spintires: MudRunner’s unique gameplay. All of this is available in the new expansion, or as a stand-alone edition, which includes the base game, the expansion, and all the DLC released so far together in one package.

Overcome muddy terrain, raging rivers, and other obstacles that realistically react to the weight and movement of your vehicle, powered by the game’s advanced physics engine. For the first time, American Wilds includes well-known vehicles such as the Ford F-150, the Chevrolet K5 Blazer, and GM’s iconic Hummer, among others. These additions increase the total amount of vehicles to 33, with more than 60 add-ons, all playable solo or with up to three others in co-op multiplayer. On PC they join hundreds of mods created by the passionate MudRunner community for an ever-evolving experience.

Also added to the roster are Mount Logmore and Grizzly Creek, two new sandbox maps inspired by the rugged landscapes of Montana, North Dakota, and Minnesota. The maps also include a pair of new challenges for crane operation and flatbed delivery.

Spintires: MudRunner – American Wilds and the American Wilds Edition are available today for PC, PS4, and Xbox One.

Aces of the Luftwaffe Squadron – Nebelgeschwader DLC Announced

2018/10/23

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Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

Giebelstadt, Germany, October 23rd 2018: This is the Oberkommando of the Luftwaffe speaking: the Nebelgeschwader is ready for action on November 13th, which is perfect timing given all the Nebel in the air. Our counterintelligence will make sure that the Geschwader is completely disguised as a simple DLC pack, but understand that this is, in fact, a full add-on with exactly the same volume of content as the base game Aces of the Luftwaffe – Squadron: 25 new levels, six epic new boss sights, four different pilots and a local co-op mode for up to 4 players. They will never know what hit them…

In The Nebelgeschwader DLC on Steam, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One series devices (including Xbox One X), players take on the role of a German elite squadron (The Nebelgeschwader). The events take place at the same time as Aces of the Luftwaffe – Squadron, but on a different front as the Nebelgeschwader operates from a secret base in the the Bermuda Triangle.