Archive - 2018

Carnival Games Coming to Xbox One and PlayStation 4

2018/09/21

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Xbox One News

September 21, 2018 – 2K today announced that the next entry in the popular Carnival Games® franchise that has sold-in over 9.5 million units worldwide, previously announced for the Nintendo Switch, is also coming to Xbox One and PlayStation 4.

Carnival Games will be available at digital retail locations on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and PlayStation 4 for $39.99 SRP on Nov. 6, 2018, and will also be available at physical retail locations for $39.99 SRP on Nintendo Switch on Nov. 6, and on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 on Nov. 20.

Carnival Games is fun for the entire family and can be played alone or with up to four players simultaneously. The game features 20 exciting and re-imagined games in four unique alleys that can be played with family and friends.

Like a real-life county fair, Carnival Games allows players of all ages and experience levels to enjoy classic games like ring toss (“Post Master”) and alley ball horse racing (“Roll-R-Derby”), as well as brand new attractions like drone racing (“Light Speed”) and cosmic bowling (“Cosmic Strike”). Four uniquely themed alleys – Jungle Lane, Saturn Station, Vulture Gulch and Nuts & Bolts – provide a different look and feel for the games within them. Players have the chance to win tickets by playing any of the 20 games and redeem them for new games and outfits for their customizable carnival guest characters.

Developed by Mass Media Games, Carnival Games is rated E10+ by the ESRB. For more information on Carnival Games, subscribe on YouTube, follow us on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook and visit http://www.2K.com/carnivalgames.

Call of Cthulhu New Gameplay Trailer

2018/09/21

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September 20, 2018 – Call of Cthulhu, the official videogame adaptation of Chaosium’s tabletop RPG, will release October 30 on PlayStation 4, XBOX One and PC. Today, we invite players to tread further down the path of madness in this new Gameplay Trailer, as the Darkwater investigation begins to spiral out of control in the midst of unsettling conspiracies, bizarre cults and even the Old Ones themselves.

In Private Investigator Edward Pierce’s quest to unveil the truth, players will need to rely on a variety of upgradeable Skills to escape the clutches of madness and death. The Spot Hidden and Investigation skill paths let players uncover more clues and draw more meaningful conclusions, unlocking more topics to question in dialogues. Convincing the distrustful locals of Darkwater to reveal what they know will require proficiency in Eloquence and Psychology. Pierce’s Strength skill may also come in handy for when brute force is necessary, or to intimidate impressionable people into offering whatever they’re hiding. Expertise in Medicine and Occultism, improved only through discovering unique books and artifacts throughout the investigation, may grant additional insight – but knowledge can be a curse in Call of Cthulhu. The more aware Pierce is made of the horrors that dwell beyond the fabrics of reality, the more he will fall to insanity, impeding his ability to draw logical conclusions.

Pierce is but a mortal man, with few allies in a remote, unfriendly environment. Whether outnumbered by mortal adversaries or facing foes whose mere existence is beyond human comprehension, offering physical resistance is usually not an option. Making the most of Pierce’s extensive set of skills, along with subterfuge and stealth, is paramount… though escaping the gaze of the Great Dreamer may ultimately prove futile.

Call of Cthulhu releases for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC on October 30. Digital and retail preorders are available on PC and consoles.

Razer Unveils Ifrit Broadcaster Headset

2018/09/21

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IRVINE, (Calif.) – Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Ifrit, a feature-packed, discreet headset for broadcasters who need more freedom on camera but require professional-quality sound via the adjustable condenser microphone.

The Razer Ifrit has a low-profile dual earset design with a professional-grade, adjustable condenser microphone and flat frequency response in-ear headphones – perfect for broadcasters needing minimal visibility of their audio equipment but still deliver professional quality audio to their recordings.

The ergonomic design of the Razer Ifrit is perfect for broadcasters who want to avoid bulky headsets or need free movement for creative-based and mobile broadcasts. The adjustable arm of the unidirectional condenser microphone delivers continuous high-quality voice audio equal to a traditional desktop or boom mounted microphone, but giving broadcasters even more freedom of movement.

“With non-gaming live streaming becoming more popular, we designed the Razer Ifrit to appeal to broadcasters who want a lightweight, high-quality solution to their broadcast audio needs,” says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder and CEO. “Whether you’re IRL streaming, gaming, painting, cosplay costume building or cooking, the Razer Ifrit is the perfect headset to deliver audio to your viewers without bulky headphones and microphones getting in the way of what you do or what your viewers see.”

The Razer Ifrit is especially suitable for mobile broadcasters with a low profile, easily transportable design and simple, single-wire connection. The microphone brings clarity and fidelity to mobile streaming that is far superior to standard mobile handset microphones. The Razer Ifrit is also compatible with both Xbox One and PS4 through the connection on the joypad or via the Razer Audio Enhancer on the PS4.

The Razer Ifrit is complemented by the Razer USB Audio Enhancer, a USB-to-analogue converter that focuses on improving the quality of the microphone and allows two Razer Ifrit headsets to be connected to one PC, for dual streaming with two broadcasters at once.

The Razer USB Audio Enhancer works with any analogue headset fitted with a 3.5mm jack and is available separately, or as part of the Razer Ifrit package.

The Razer Ifrit is the latest addition to the Razer Broadcaster range, which includes the Razer Kiyo, a streaming camera with built-in ring light which was won the Tom’s Guide Innovation award for peripherals and the Laptop Mag Editors’ Choice in 2017.

Product Features:

• Pro-Grade Adjustable Condenser Mic – For true-to-life audio quality

• Razer USB Audio Enhancer – For next-level, enhanced sound

• Feature-Packed Discreet Design – For low-profile, powerful streaming

• Ergonomic and Comfortable – For long-lasting, lightweight wear

• Two 3.5mm Combo Jacks – For duo-streaming capability

• Flat Frequency Response – For accurate audio reproduction

Price:

Razer Ifrit

USD $99.99

Availability:

• Razer.com – 20 September 2018

• Worldwide –20 September 2018

Razer USB Audio Enhancer USD $19.99

Availability:

• Razer.com – 20 September 2018

Product features:

Razer Ifrit

Earphones

· Impedance: 32 ± 5% Ω

· Type: Dynamic speaker

· Diameter: 10 mm

· Nominal/Max Input Power: 10 mW / 20 mW

· SPL: 102 ± 3 dB at 1KHz, 1mW, IEC-318

· Frequency Response: F0 ~ 20 KHz

Microphone

· Type: 9.7mm, ECM unidirectional

· Polar Pattern: Cardioid

· Frequency Response: 100 ~ 10 KHz

· Sensitivity: -41 ± 3 dB (9 mV/Pa) (at 1 KHz)

· Max SPL: 110 dB

Razer USB Sound Enhancer

Microphone

· Sample Rate: 44.1 KHz/48 KHz selectable via PC setting

· Bit Rate: 16-bit

· Frequency Response: 20 Hz to ~ 20kHz

· Max SPL: 120 dB

System Requirements

· Windows 7,8, 10

· Mac OS 10.8 onwards

Compatible with Streamlabs OBS, OBS, and XSplit

Package Contents:

· 1 x Razer Ifrit

· 1 x Razer USB Audio Enhancer

· 1 x Microphone Foam Cover

· 1 x Bi-flange Ear Tip

· 3 x Replaceable Ear Tips (Varying Sizes)

· 1 x Important Product Information Guide.

For more information about the Razer Ifrit, please visit www.razerzone.com/razer-ifrit

RIDE 3 Release Date and Trailer

2018/09/21

Jerry Paxton

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

Milan, September 20th. Milestone is proud to announce “The Motorcycle Encyclopedia”, a new trailer showcasing, thought the pages of a virtual magazine, bike categories included in RIDE 3, latest chapter of its beloved franchise and authentic tribute to the “bike culture”.

Here’s a snapshot of bike categories grouping the 230 bike models included in the game at launch:

Naked & Heritage – wind in your hair, with style.
2 strokes – the high sound of power, still in the heart of many bikers.
Vintage Bike – for bikes’ lovers, there’s nothing better than riding a piece of Motorbikes’ history. It’s important to know the past, to better appreciate the future!
Maxienduro – a new bike category in RIDE 3; the perfect bike to going everywhere (and faster)
Supermotard – a rush of adrenaline at any curve. Thanks to new dedicate off-road tracks, it will be possible to fully enjoy the power of their sliding wheels.
Sportbikes – queens of any track, aggressive and super-fast. In the game are included bikes from the most important BSB teams (British Superbike), such as Anvil Hire TAG Racing Yamaha, Bournemouth Kawasaki and the Be Wiser Ducati, with which Shane Bryne won the last two championship.

Here’s the full list of the 230 bikes available at launch: https://ridevideogame.com/news/ride3-full-bike-list

Together with the new trailer, Milestone also announces a new release date, on November 30th. The shift in the release date, will allow developers to put the final touches on the game, to deliver an excellent game experience since day 1.

RIDE is one of the most beloved Milestone franchises, an authentic Motorbike Encyclopedia. In this last chapter, the game makes strides both on graphics and game experience. The transition to Unreal Engine enabled great improvements, such as breathtaking photorealistic panoramas and an improved feeling with vehicles, now more realistic than ever. The Career mode has been completely renewed, and now allows player a free progression, to let them choose the bike category that suits their style. In RIDE 3 the customization is even more extreme, with more than 500 customizable bike parts, and the brand-new Livery Editor that allow players to design the livery of their dreams and to share it with the community.

RIDE 3 will be available from November 30th on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Windows PC®/STEAM.

Knott’s Scary Farm 2018 Officially Opens Tonight

2018/09/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

September, 20 2018 – The nightmare-filled world of Knott’s Scary Farm opens tonight for its 46th season with a completely transformed park that brings terror to life as the largest immersive Halloween experience in Southern California. Every inch of the park is covered with hidden frights, prowling creatures, new spine-chilling scares, and terrifying twists. Tonight, Knott’s Scary Farm awakens the most hellish nightmares by unleashing 14 haunted attractions including new mazes and frightful scare zones that place guests face-to-face with monstrous creatures and a world of horror.

Knott’s Scary Farm opens for 25 horrifying nights from September 20 – October 31, on select nights. New and original scares are in store for this season starting tonight as the park debuts two grueling never-before-seen mazes and the birth of a new hair-raising scare zone.

New for 2018:

This season new horrors are in store with the terrorizing maze Dark Entities, teleport beyond earth and into the darkness of deep space where an extraterrestrial mutation has invaded the station and is on the prowl for new hosts. Or tunnel into The Depthsmaze where visitors descend into an underground cave to search for the missing mining crew that villager’s whisper no man has ever resurfaced. A new unearthly scare zone has emerged from the lake beneath Silver Bullet as mysterious creatures have awakened from their crypts to drag unsuspecting victims to their watery graves in Forsaken Lake.

In addition to this year’s mazes and haunted attractions line-up, Knott’s Scary Farm is debuting two-all new shows that will keep guests on the edge of their seats. In HACKS – Cutting Room Floor, the unique, twisted, improvised comedy antics of “Hacks” are back at Knott’s Scary Farm performing at the Charles M. Schulz Theatre. This time around, they have taken over a run-down movie theater and with the help of the audience and lots of “B” horror films, they create on the spot, a Halloween show that will have you screaming with laughter.

The Bird Cage Theatre has once again become the home of comedy and magic in CONJURES – Magic and Mirth in the Bird Cage Theatre. Join award-winning magicians and Fox’s Masters of Illusion regulars as they take the stage to amaze and amuse. Witness magicians Dana Daniels, Taylor Hughes, and Chipper Lowell front and center as they perform on select nights. Plus, a new non-stop dance party that resides at Fiesta Village with AWAKEN THE DEAD, where guests can jam to the most popular songs.

Returning Favorites

Dark Ride – Journey through an abandoned carnival ride where cruel carny folk still linger in the shadows. Inside the abandoned attraction they have created a world of terror which they plan to unleash on those who enter.

Trick-or-Treat: Lights Out – Returning darker and more twisted than ever step inside the Green Witch’s home by venturing through the blacked out building armed with only a faulty flashlight in Trick or Treat: Lights Out.

Shadow Lands – Enter the hair-raising Shadow Lands maze and fight off demon samurais whose souls are cursed to rot within the depths of purgatory.

Pumpkin Eater – Survive the wrath of the murderous 7-foot tall creature, Pumpkin Eater, as he’s on the prowl for his next victim in the town he continues to terrorize.

Special Ops: Infected – Enlist to fight the zombie apocalypse in an all-out war against the undead in the interactive experience, Black Ops: Infected, which has been unleased in the city.

PARANORMAL, INC – Guests are invited to investigate a haunted hospital of Hayden

Hill where the patients were tortured for decades by deranged doctors and nurses.

Red Barn – Take a trip to a blood-soaked barn filled with carnivorous animals seeking to prey on human flesh in Red Barn maze.

The Hanging – The Citizens of Calico face their toughest foes yet, the censors, in this live stage show that looks back at the year’s pop culture with some killer comedy. Notorious for its special effects and high-flying stunts, The Hanging is a no holds barred assault on pop culture’s most infamous moments of the past year. A must see parody!

WHEN: This year, the event returns September 20, 21, 22, 27, 28, 29, 30 October 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28, 31. Knott’s Scary Farm is open 7:00 pm – 1:00 am select Thursdays, Sundays, Monday and Halloween Night and 7:00 pm – 2:00 am Fridays and Saturdays.

WHERE: Knott’s Berry Farm- 8039 Beach Boulevard, Buena Park, CA 90620

Knott’s Scary Farm has welcomed millions of visitors over the past 46 years and has become an institution in the Southern California theme park landscape. Due to the explicit and frightening nature of the event, it is not recommended for children under 13. This year’s Knott’s Scary Farm experience is where nightmares never end!

For more information on Knott’s Scary Farm please visit knottsscaryfarm.com; or join the conversation by using #ScaryFarm on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

Christmas Returns to Universal’s Wizarding World and the Return of Grinchmas

2018/09/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

Universal City, California – September 20, 2018 – It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas at The Entertainment Capital of L.A. as Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk deck the halls with a wintry calendar of festive holiday experiences and an array of delectable treats that families and friends far and wide can enjoy.

The addition of nightly glistening snowfall to “Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will enhance the yuletide spirit that resonates throughout the land as Hogwarts^TM castle transforms into a dazzling light projection spectacular and the quaint town of Hogsmeade village shines brightly with décor uniquely themed to each of the individual storefronts.

The annual holiday reunites the a cappella Frog Choir, comprised of Hogwarts students and their giant throaty frogs, who return to entertain guests with their harmonized holiday themed songs.

A wide selection of custom-made Christmas ornaments created especially for “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will also be available. Collectibles include a variety of decorative Hogwarts castle snow globes, Hogwarts crest and mascot ornaments representing each of the houses, as well as a collection of unique tree toppers and house pennant garland.

Newly introduced holiday-themed fare and hot Butterbeer will further complement the overall experience.

“Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will take place daily from November 17, 2018 through January 6, 2019.

As night falls on Hogsmeade village, “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts^TM Castle” will illuminate Hogwarts™ School of Witchcraft and Wizardry with colorful imagery and impressive dimensional animations that dance across Hogwarts castle in tandem to a musical arrangement from the Harry Potter movies.

“Grinchmas^™” returns to Universal Studios Hollywood with a Who-lebration of fun fit for The Grinch, his faithful dog Max and a roster of Who-ville Whos. The annual event comes to life with a towering 60- foot tall whimsical “Grinchmas” tree where Martha May Who-vier and the Who Dolls will take center stage performing energetic musical sets to usher in the Christmas season in style. The Who-liday Singers—a hip boy-band ensemble—will perform a cappella concerts featuring a mix of Christmas favorites and pop rock.

“Grinchmas” will take place weekends on December 1-2 and 8-9, and daily from December 14 through December 30, 2018.

Spirited holiday décor and festive whimsy will permeate throughout the theme park including “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and the adjoining “Super Silly Fun Land” as a crew of very merry and mischievous Minions gleefully spread Christmas cheer to visitors of all ages.

On Universal CityWalk a spectacular 40-foot tall Christmas tree will glisten with 200,000 LED icicles choreographed to the lights and sounds of the season in the 5 Towers plaza. Santa Claus will make daily appearances and offer special photo opportunities at 5 Towers.

The iconic, dancing water fountain situated at the heart of CityWalk will also make a splash this holiday season. This visually dynamic fountain, displaying over 230 individual power jets, will project streams of choreographed water into the air complemented by red and green LED lights and an array of holiday-themed music.

Free concert performances at “5 Towers” and an eclectic ensemble of talented street performers will make CityWalk the ultimate L.A. holiday destination.

The spirit of the season continues with a wintertime transformation of Universal CityWalk, beginning the day after Thanksgiving on Friday, November 23 through Tuesday, December 25, 2018.

The holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood is included in the price of theme park admission. More information is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.

Admission to Universal CityWalk is free. More information available at www.CityWalkHollywood.com

Warhammer: Chaosbane Trailer

2018/09/20

Jerry Paxton

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Lesquin, September 20, 2018 – Following last week’s gameplay trailer, today Bigben and Eko Software, along with Maximum Games, reveal a new trailer, as well as the storyline, of the upcoming hack and slash, Warhammer: Chaosbane.

Long before the reign of our glorious Karl Franz, the bloodthirsty tribes of the North united and invaded the Empire of Man. The Great War Against Chaos raged on, up until Magnus the Pious rallied the citizens of Nuln, resisted the enemy and defeated the Chaos leader, known as ‘The Everchosen’, scattering the invaders in the process. But the forces of Chaos have crawled back from the shadows to strike at the Empire. Unless something is done, the Empire of Man will again descend into darkness and turmoil.

In Warhammer: Chaosbane, each class offers the player distinct abilities and gameplay. As you cooperate, online or locally, with up to 4 players, synergy and strategy will be essential to do away with the hordes of Chaos. Unleash bloodlust, a unique mechanic in Warhammer: Chaosbane, which lets loose a devastating power that can change the outcome of a battle.

The first Action-RPG to take place in the world of Warhammer Fantasy Battles, Warhammer: Chaosbane invites players to plunge into the heart of the Old World, still marked by the Great War against Chaos – a bloody conflict which took place some time before. They will embody either a human, high elf, wood elf, or a dwarf, and discover several iconic locations such as the cursed city of Praag, or the city of Nuln, which was the capital of the Empire at the time in which the Chaosbane story is set.

Warhammer: Chaosbane is currently under development and will be available for consoles and PC in 2019.

Star Control: Origins Launch Trailer

2018/09/20

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September 20, 2018 – After 5 years of development to become Stardock’s biggest release ever, we’re pleased to announce Star Control®: Origins™, our sci-fi adventure RPG is now available.

In Star Control: Origins’ adventure mode, players will take control of Earth’s first interstellar ship to discover dozens of unique alien races, one of which is the mysterious Scryve who apparently want to completely destroy all traces of human life. Befriend strange extraterrestrials, gather resources from thousands of planets, and engage any hostile aliens as you set out to save humanity from a number of unknown threats.

Players looking to directly engage in space combat will want to check out the Fleet Battles mode. In it, players can partake in multiplayer ship-to-ship combat against opponents both online and locally as they pilot vessels featured in adventure mode and custom ships created within the Ship Crafting system. Players have total control over how a custom ship looks, as well as what weapons and defenses it’ll wield.

For more information on today’s release and a look at our launch trailer, please check out our latest news post.

Star Control: Origins is now available for $39.99 on most major stores including Steam and direct from Stardock.

Bluefin Unveils Flame Flame Toys and Storm Collectibles NYCC Line-Up

2018/09/20

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Anaheim, CA, September 20, 2018 – Bluefin, the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan and Asia, has detailed a wide array of notable products and show exclusives that will be displayed and available for purchase at the 2018 New York Comic Con.

The product collection this year includes Comic Con exclusive and “First-to-Market” new releases from Flame Toys, and Storm Collectibles.

Bluefin will be located in Booth #1612.

The 2018 New York Comic Con takes place October 4^th – 7^th at the Javits Convention Center in Manhattan and is the East Coast’s biggest pop culture convention. The annual event plays host to the latest and greatest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television. More information on New York Comic Con is available at: http://www.newyorkcomiccon.com.

FLAME TOYS

Transformers Nemesis Prime (Attack Mode) 2018 NY Comic Con Exclusive Edition Model Kit · MSRP $36.00

The 1^st release of (FURAI MODEL) Optimus Prime (Attack Mode) is here! This exclusive variant depicts the Autobot leader in his Nemesis Prime color scheme. Designed by the famous 3D modeling company, TRIGGER, this is a unique Optimus Prime design that features over 40 articulated joints which allow for a variety of action poses. The model kit constructed of hard plastic ABS and features easy snap-together assembly. Joints are constructed of soft plastic to provide for stable joint performance. With different injection color of runner parts and a simple assembly design, this is also an ideal kit for beginners. The completed kit stands 6.1 inches tall.

STORM COLLECTIBLES

Storm Collectibles is the premiere manufacturer of video game collectible action figures. Storm creates unmatched quality figures from the likes of Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Tekken and more! Its founders are collectors themselves and their passion translates directly into their products as they feature authentic likenesses, fully sculpted, articulated bodies and a multitude of accessories!

Storm Collectibles 2018 New York Comic Con Exclusives from Bluefin

“Mortal Kombat” 1/12 Scale Rain 2018 NY Comic Con Exclusive Edition Action Figure · MSRP $55.00

Rain is a refugee orphaned by Shao Kahn’s conquest and grew up under the protection of the Edenian Resistance. Rain’s offense drew on the power of weather as he able to harness water and lighting.

“Mortal Kombat” 1/12 Scale Smoke 2018 NY Comic Con Exclusive Edition Action Figure · MSRP $55.00

Smoke is able to transform into a wisp of smoke. He has no memory of his childhood, his only family is the Lin Kuei, the younger Sub-Zero who is like a brother to him. It has been Smoke’s hope that through the Lin Kuei he will discover his past-and the origin of his power.

“Street Fighter V” 1/12 Scale Hot Chun-Li 2018 NY Comic Con Exclusive Edition Action Figure · MSRP $75.00

This is Chun Li as portrayed in her alternate Battle Costume from Street Fighter V! This figure features an entirely new sculpt, tooling and has over 30 points of articulation which allows you to pose her in all of her iconic battle poses!

Storm Collectibles Exclusive First-to-Market Releases from Bluefin

Don’t miss the very first opportunity anywhere to purchase these new releases from Storm Collectibles, more than a month ahead of the regular retail street dates.

“Mortal Kombat” 1/12 Scale Goro Action Figure · MSRP $95.00

Prince Goro has brought tremendous honor to the Shokan race by serving Shao Kahn. His bloody achievements include rushed rebellions and conquered provinces. During the past 500 years, he has been celebrated for winning the last nine Mortal Kombat tournaments for Outworld. Should he defeat Earthrealm’s champion this time, he will become more than legendary. His victory is assured. There are none in the Earthrealm who can withstand the might of Goro! The figure features: 4 complete custom designed arms that are interchangeable with Goro’s intricately detailed torso. Also includes 2 interchangeable head sculpts, 6 pairs of hands, and 2 green fireballs.

“Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers” 1/12 Scale Evil Ryu Action Figure · MSRP $75.00

Evil Ryu is an alternate form of Ryu who is heartless, mad, uncontrollable and nothing more than a demon! Evil Ryu enjoys absolute power and obsesses with fighting. He will defeat any fighters standing in front of him with no empathy or respect. Figure includes 4 Interchanging Evil Ryu Head-Sculpts, 4 Pairs of Hands, and an attachable Hadoken Effect and Stand.

“Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers” 1/12 Scale Violent Ken Action Figure · MSRP $75.00

Also known as Brainwashed Ken, M. Bison over-powered and brainwashed Ken with Psycho Power. Just like Evil Ryu, Violent Ken is obsessed with power and fighting and shows no empathy for others. Violent Ken shows up the first time as a main character in Ultra Street Fighter II: The Final Challengers. Since then, he becomes the perfect rival in game with Evil Ryu. Figure includes a newly designed and developed Violent Ken torso as well as 4 interchangeable Violent Ken Head-Sculpts, 4 Pairs of Hands, as well as a Hadoken Effect and Stand and a Shoryuken Effect accessory.

About Bluefin

Bluefin has built its reputation as a leading master and channel distributor of Japanese toys, collectibles, novelty and hobby products. In recent years, Bluefin has grown to include a range of high quality collectible lines from Asia and has established itself as the official North American consumer products and retail development partner for Studio Ghibli. Selling to thousands of specialty, chain and independent stores, Bluefin is an official North American distributor for Bandai Spirits Hobby, Bandai Shokugan, and Storm Collectibles, and is the sole provider of Bandai Tamashii Nations products in North America. The company is also the exclusive and official distributor for Mr. Hobby, SEN-TI-NEL and Flame Toys. Additional information is available at: https://bluefinbrands.com/

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The Bard’s Tale IV: Barrows Deep Review

2018/09/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Reviews, Windows PC News, Windows PC Review

Many of you gamers out there might remember a classic PC gaming series known as The Bard’s Tale. First released in 1985, Tales Unknown Volume I: The Bard’s Tale put gamers in charge of a party of adventurers seeking to stop an evil which has befallen the city of Skara Brae. With its party-based combat, RPG focus, and innovative movement system the game became an instant classic and spawned several sequels. Now, inXile Entertainment has released a brand-new chapter in the series, The Bard’s Tale IV: Barrows Deep, and hopes to infuse it with more modern gameplay elements while also keeping true to its roots. Did they succeed? Venture forth!

The Bard’s Tale IV, like its predecessors, starts in the city of Skara Brae, where a religious movement (or cult) is actively hunting for those deemed unholy or heretical. Also, they have a real hatred towards adventurers. Unfortunately, YOU are an adventurer! After a public execution, your first task is to find the Adventurer’s Guild, but all does not go according to plan. Drama unfolds and, of course, the plot thickens and becomes satisfyingly more complex as it progresses. Your character can be kept the default bard or made from a few other classes: fighters, rogues, etc. I chose a fighter for my play-through, and enjoyed the more combat-focused skillset, but I look forward to playing it through again with a different class.

Movement is done in a more modern manner than its predecessors. Players move about with mouse and WASD keys in 3D space, not bound to grid-based movement. The system is smooth and easy to get the hang of. As you approach an enemy or something to interact with, it outlines in a particular color and offers you choices when put under your reticle. In the case of an enemy, you can attack. But, based on if they detect you and your direction of attack, you might be able to get the first strike in combat. You’ll also be able to smash breakables for loot and speak with NPCs. Visually, The Bard’s Tale IV is sometimes a sight to behold. When crawling through the game’s various dungeons, you’ll be pleased with all the ambient visual effects presented to you. Textures are detailed and rich while particle effects are convincing and immersive. Unfortunately, the above ground visuals don’t hold up nearly as well. The Bard’s Tale IV does feature some decent voice acting which helps to sell the game’s various quests and character dialog.

Combat is handled tactically and on a grid, where your party of up to six characters can take on all manner of enemies – from creatures to humanoids and more. Controls are straight-forward and wielding your characters’ various skills and abilities is easy to figure out. When characters level up, you can assign a new skill point into several different trees depending on their class, adding new skills or enhancements to their roster. The experience is refreshingly tactical, yet not so unforgiving that you’ll be frustrated often.

The Bard’s Tale IV: Barrows Deep does suffer from some problems. There is something of a “lack of polish” on many aspects of the game which, while not a deal-breaker,does lead to some frustrating moments. For instance, I experienced some very long load times and other technical glitches during my playtime with the game. One big issue for my particular setup was a forgetting of my UltraWide resolution anytime a game loaded. Also, there is no way to save your game anytime you like. Instead, games can only be saved by interacting with special totems located around the dungeons. Despite a patch released yesterday by inXile, the load times and resolution issue still persist on my machine. As with most game bugs, your mileage may vary of course. What really irritated me was that, the patch that was released erased all my saved games! Oh well, I wanted to try the game as a Bard anyway – time to do so.

Overall, inXile Entertainment has done a very good job in bringing The Bard’s Tale to life once again with The Bard’s Tale IV: Barrows Deep. It will please both those that played the original games as well as new players to the franchise. Hopefully, inXile can get some of the technical glitches under control as they have a deep respect for the source material and I would love to see more of these games from them.