Aviary Studios is delighted to announce Hello Stranger, an exciting new FMV psychological horror-thriller game written and directed by Paul Raschid (The Complex, Five Dates, Ten Dates, The Gallery). Coming to PC via Steam in May 2025, Hello Stranger tells the chilling story of a man trapped in his smart home by a masked stranger who forces him to play three games to survive. His life hangs in the balance as you play these games and make choices that will ultimately determine his fate. Hello Stranger will launch for $9.99 USD/ €9.75 EUR/ £8.50 GPB and fans can add the game to their Steam Wishlist now.
Hello Stranger boasts a stellar cast of acting talent including George Blagden (Vikings), Danny Griffin (Fate: The Winx Saga), Christina Wolfe (The Ark and FBI International), Kulvinder Ghir (Foundation and Goodness Gracious Me), Laura Whitmore (Queenie), Yasmin Finney (Heartstopper) and Derek Jacobi (Gladiator and many more) and the game was selected for the prestigious Dinard Film Festival 2024, where it was screened as a group gameplay event to a sold-out audience. It was also part of the Red Sea Film Festival 2024.
Group gameplay cinema screenings are part of Aviary Studios’ continued strategy to blend the mediums of game and film. Since September 2022, their previous title, The Gallery has also played in-cinema in the UK, France & China.
DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today launches the Osmo Mobile 7 Series. This new generation of phone gimbal takes three-axis stabilization and intelligent tracking to new heights. Both the Osmo Mobile 7P and Osmo Mobile 7 feature DJI’s seventh-generation stabilization, ActiveTrack 7.0 technology1, and a range of intelligent features for capturing cinematic-quality footage on a smartphone.
“From award-winning filmmakers to short-form content creators, DJI continues to expand our ecosystem of creative camera technologies and push the industry forward,” said Ferdinand Wolf, Product Experience Director at DJI. “With the Osmo Mobile 7 Series’ latest advances in intelligent tracking and camera stabilization, capturing beautiful, professional content with a smartphone has never been easier.”
The Osmo Mobile 7P features a more powerful three-axis smartphone stabilizer that maintains the lightweight, portable, and robust tracking capabilities of the Osmo Mobile 6. With the new Multifunctional Module1, creators can easily track subjects and it includes integrated light control with multiple color temperature and brightness levels. When the Multifunctional Module functions as a microphone receiver, its USB-C port can be connected to your phone to deliver high-quality audio transmission while also providing extra power. It is also easy to set up thanks to the quick one-step unfolding, integrated extension rod, and built-in tripod.
The Osmo Mobile 7P is the lightest gimbal in its class, weighing about 10 ounces (approximately 300 g). Like the Osmo Mobile 7P, it features a compact design and is easy to use, but at a more entry-level price. It also allows for quick unfolding, a built-in tripod, one-step storage, and can support the Multifunctional Module (sold separately).
Power of the Multifunctional Module
The Multifunctional Module allows creators to easily track subjects using their smartphone’s native camera, live streaming apps, and other camera apps. It can accurately maintain focus in a crowd or reacquire a subject if they re-enter the frame after leaving briefly. The module can be easily attached to the gimbal with a simple magnetic clip and controlled using hand gestures1 to take photos, start or stop recording, activate tracking, or adjust a composition.
Showing your palm to the module starts or stops intelligent tracking.
Making a “V” gesture takes a photo. It can also start or stop video recording.
Making a “Double L” gesture with two hands adjusts a subject’s framing.
ActiveTrack 7.0: Smarter Than Ever
When paired with the DJI Mimo app1, the Osmo Mobile 7 Series can use ActiveTrack 7.0. As DJI’s most advanced tracking technology, ActiveTrack 7.0 enables the gimbal to adjust to track subjects and follow their movements automatically, even in a crowded or active environment. Smart Capture allows the gimbal to detect multiple subjects, and users can direct the gimbal to lock onto one subject or switch to a different subject with a simple tap. Smooth tracking enables the gimbal to pinpoint the shooter’s preferred focus accurately and maintains continuous tracking even if the subject is obscured or moving rapidly.
Other Standout Features
Side Wheel for More Cinematic Control: Creators can adjust the focal length for a more flexible composition and a smoother zoom or switch to a manual focus. Additionally, a long press enables control over the fill light, making it easy to adjust brightness and color temperature, thus simplifying your shooting experience.
Compatible with Apple Watch1: Using the DJI Mimo app, creators can use their Apple Watch as a smart remote for the gimbal, remotely controlling their shoot and camera feed.
Up to 10 hours of operational time1.
Price and Availability
DJI Osmo Mobile 7 Series is available to order from store.dji.com and authorized retail partners, with shipping starting today, in the following configurations:
Osmo Mobile 7P retails for $149.
Osmo Mobile 7 retails for $89.
Accessories available include:
DJI OM Magnetic Quick-Release Mount
DJI Mic Mini Transmitter
DJI OM 7 Series Tracking Kit
DJI OM Grip Tripod
DJI Care Refresh
DJI Care Refresh, the comprehensive protection plan for DJI products, is now available for Osmo Mobile 7P and Osmo Mobile 7. Accidental damage is covered by the replacement service, including natural wear, collisions, and water damage. For a small additional charge, you can have your damaged product replaced if an accident occurs.
DJI Care Refresh (1-Year Plan) includes up to 2 replacements in 1 year. DJI Care Refresh (2-Year Plan) includes up to 4 replacements in 2 years. Other services of DJI Care Refresh include official warranty, international warranty service and free shipping. For a full list of details, please visit https://www.dji.com/support/service/djicare-refresh.
We’re excited to announce a suite of new GoPro 360 offerings, starting with the reintroduction of a refreshed MAX 360 camera. The 5.6K spherical camera now comes with a MAX Enduro Battery and an upgraded mounting system, making it compatible with all standard ¼-20 tripod mounts. All for only $349.99 MSRP.
We’re also introducing a totally updated 360 mobile editing experience in the Quik App, now featuring an array of new, easy-to-use features that make editing footage from the 360 MAX camera easier than ever:
AI-Powered Object Tracking: Pick a subject and Quik uses the power of AI to keep that object in view and in focus, automatically, for the entirety of the clip.
Keyframing: Set your view precisely where you want it. And adjust the Digital Lens setting to dial in your perfect edit.
CameraFx: Add dynamic, cinematic camera movements like backflips, barrel rolls and more with just a tap.
Automatic Transitions: Add and combine unlimited ReFrame Modes throughout an edit, and Quik will create smooth transitions between the clips.
Single Clip Edits: Add filters, change volume or make color adjustments to single clips from 360 photos and videos.
A New Frame Grab Tool: For easier creation of photos from video stills.
“MAX never misses—and that’s why it’s the go-to 360 camera for the world’s most creative athletes, adventurers and content creators. Getting ‘the shot’ has never been this easy,” says GoPro Founder and CEO, Nicholas Woodman. “And with the Quik App’s new 360 editing experience, featuring AI-powered Object Tracking and simplified but powerful editing tools, it’s never been this easy or fun to edit your 360 content into amazing sharable moments.”
“And this is just the beginning,” Woodman adds. “We’re excited to launch powerful new app features on an ongoing basis to keep taking the GoPro 360 experience further and further this year.”
If you’re a desktop editor, you can get the magic of Reframe in Adobe Premier Pro and After Effects with the all-new GoPro Reframe plugin. Through the plugin, users can adjust angle, position, lens curvature, horizon level, motion blur and more for their 360 and 2D media.
The GoPro MAX 360 camera continues to be the ultimate companion to the creative freedom that ReFrames Modes bring to the GoPro Quik app, available both iOS and Android. Purchase MAX at GoPro.com or your local retailer for $349.99.
Shoreline Games has teamed up with Studio Evil to publish their latest, horror-inspired, roguelite strategy game: Dice of Arcana. Players will be able to get an early first playthrough of the game 11 days prior to its demo inclusion in Steam Next Fest on February 24th. Shortly thereafter, Dice of Arcana is then slated to release into Early Access on April 29, 2025, with a 1.0 release date on the horizon.
Dice of Arcana is a roguelite dice game that challenges players to survive a blood-drenched trip on a caravan led by a malevolent puppet. Bet your fingers, break the rules with special dice, face major arcana and prevail: losing means death.
Dice of Arcana is being developed by Studio Evil, who’s been producing games out of Italy for the greater part of 10 years producing titles like Super Cane Magic Zero and Syder Arcade both of which are rated very positively on Steam.
“As fans of similar games like Inscryption, we fell in love with Dice of Arcana upon first playing it as, infrastructurally, it has a bunch of really excellent gameplay elements that we are excited for players to eventually experience,” said CEO and co-founder Keith Kawamura. “Honestly, I feel the most excited to be able to align with a studio like Studio Evil that allows for such a balanced collaborative, communicative, and cohesive experience as we move Dice of Arcana into a live environment for players.”
“When you’re creating a game you love, you start wondering: will it reach the right players? How do you present it in a way that makes it shine? It’s an art in not just what you create but who you create and grow it with,” said Luca Marchetti, Game Director of Dice of Arcana. “We found that perfect mix of passion and communication skills in Shoreline. We can’t wait to see what we can achieve together for fans of the genre!”
Leading gaming peripherals manufacturer NACON has announced a global partnership with Evo for the 2025 season. As an official partner, NACON will showcase its award-winning fight stick, controllers, and headsets throughout the Evo Awards Show and 2025 Evo event circuit.
“NACON’s rich history in developing premium controllers and headsets makes the Evo partnership a great alignment because we understand the demanding needs of pro players who compete at an elite level.” said Alain Falc, CEO of NACON.
The partnership will see the Fighting Game Community experience broadcast segments, branded commercial spots, live fan activations and much more from NACON. In addition, competitors will have the opportunity to use the latest RIG headsets across thousands of stations at Evo Japan, Combo Breaker, CEO, Evo Las Vegas and Evo France.
“Evo has always had a need for reliable gaming hardware, as such we are very excited to have NACON join as an official partner as we continue to deliver exceptional experiences to the Fighting Game Community,” said Mark Julio, Director of Business Development at Evo. “NACON’s industry-leading products align perfectly with Evo’s commitment to excellence, ensuring an incredible hardware experience for both competitors and fans.”
With over 30 years of expertise in gaming innovation, NACON has established itself as a leader in premium accessories, specializing in pro gaming controllers, headsets and racing gears. The NACON Daija Arcade Stick has won multiple global awards.
Fans will experience this partnership in action at the Evo Awards on February 15th in Los Angeles, where NACON is proudly presenting the Comeback of the Year category. Tune in live starting at 5 pm PT via Evo’s Twitch Channel and Evo’s YouTube Channel to celebrate the best moments in competitive fighting games.
We’ve been working on Chernobylite 2 for over three years, and today, it is one of the most significant milestones achieved. We’ve proven with you, our players and backers, that this is not only our dream project but also an essential creation for you.
And as they say in action movies, this is not the end. We have just started.
By reaching more than 200% of our campaign goal, we confirmed, justified, and solidified the sense of three years of hard work. Many of you already know that the Chornobyl Zone has been our obsession for much longer—since 2014, we’ve been there dozens of times, and this is our third project dedicated to this place. But this is the first time we can craft the virtual Zone to the proper size, making it an open world that you can explore seamlessly and for as long as you want.
Exceeding our campaign target with six stretch goals, we’ve secured many possibilities for expanding the project beyond our original plans. In addition to the key feature of switchable first-person and third-person perspectives, we know that we can add all guns from the first Chernobylite, including the lovely Blaster, make them all customizable, add extra locations for single-player and coop missions, and provide you with a customizable interface for both game perspectives.
With limited scope, we will keep our campaign live thanks to options of Late Pledges – you can still back us up and get some of the selected rewards for the next few months, but the amount of physical rewards will be strictly limited within this timeframe. Anyway, if you couldn’t afford to get some of the most remarkable physical items during our campaign period, there is still some option to grab them later.
And now it’s time to shift gears and press the pedal to the metal. Early Access to the game is just around the corner. On March 6th, players worldwide can play it on Steam. We’ll provide about one-third of the final game’s content, but in terms of content and time spent playing, it’s much more than the whole first Chernobylite game. Prepare yourself for the ultimate Chornobyl ride!
Today, Thunderful revealed that Lost in Random: The Eternal Die, a new story set within the world of Lost in Random, will launch in Summer 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC.
As the leading project of the recently rebranded Stormteller Games (previously Thunderful Gothenburg), Lost in Random: The Eternal Die introduces a next chapter in the eerie and twisted Lost in Random universe as a rogue-lite action game. Players looking to dive in can play the title’s first public demo starting today on Steam. The demo will also be available on Xbox beginning tomorrow, February 14.
In Lost in Random: The Eternal Die, Aleksandra, formerly known as The Queen, and her companion, Fortune, have been captured inside the Black Die by Mare the Knight, who is plotting their final chapter. Players will fight their way through a randomly generated gauntlet where they’ll take on monstrous pawns and giant board games, to claim treasure which improves their chances of defeating Aleksandra’s tormentor. They must use their wits and trusty die companion to escape this living labyrinth, where evil reigns and Random Rules.
Gameplay features in Lost in Random: The Eternal Die include:
Mastery Meets Chance: Engage in fast-paced, second-to-second combat that blends real-time action with strategic decision-making – and a touch of luck.
Forge Your Playstyle: Wield four unique weapons, throw your die-companion, and combine 100+ relics with powerful card-based abilities to unleash devastating synergies.
Ever-Changing World: Traverse four randomly generated worlds, each with its own distinct secrets and challenges and face over 30 different enemy types and formidable bosses.
A Dark Fantasy Tale: Immerse yourself in a fully voiced story set in a Tim Burton-inspired world, brought to life with hauntingly beautiful landscapes and an enchanting soundtrack.
Amplitude Studios is excited to announce the release of a brand-new free update for HUMANKIND™, the turn-based historical strategy game that has captivated 3 million people worldwide! Achilles update will prevent players from being caught off guard by a sudden end to the war and make clearer how demands, occupied territory, and surrender terms are connected.
Below is a summary of the key highlights you can look forward to exploring:
Refuse surrender: Players can now reject surrender proposals, even with 0 War Support.
No forced White Peace: Reaching 0 War Support no longer triggers an automatic White Peace.
War score adjustments: Now based only on demands and occupied territory.
Centralized power: A new empire bonus to reduce the impact of lost units on War Support.
Surprise wars: Players can now declare surprise wars at any time.
New historical figures: Added personas like Alexander the Great, Napoleon, and Sun Tzu.
Please note, the Achilles update is only available on Steam.
Every year when the Consumer Electronics Show descends upon Las Vegas, I can’t help but think it should be renamed “Cool Electronic Shinies.” The sheer volume of gadgets, from camera-equipped ear wax removal kits to futuristic cars, is overwhelming. While the team here at GamingShogun.com all have our specific areas of interest, we’re united by a fascination with products that enhance the gaming experience. This year, I had the pleasure of checking out the Govee Mini Panel Lights for our gaming lair, and I was immediately struck by the limitless creative potential.
The lights arrived in well-designed, protective packaging—a crucial detail for delicate light-up items. It’s incredibly frustrating to receive a broken lighting product, so I appreciated Govee’s attention to this. The compact packaging was also thoughtfully designed. Unboxing the panels immediately sparked my imagination. The lights are available in sets of 10 or 20, but it’s the 20-panel set that truly unleashes your creativity.
The sets include small pads that snap between the lights, conducting the electrical current. This is how power travels from one panel to the next, and it dictates the patterns you can create. A panel won’t light up unless it’s connected to a pad, so careful planning is essential. The process feels like a blend of LEGOs and the classic Lite Brite, where designs were created with pegs instead of panels.
Once your design is assembled, the real fun begins: lighting it up. Govee’s comprehensive phone app allows you to customize every aspect of the lighting. You can change individual panel colors, illuminate specific panels while leaving others dark, create dynamic light patterns, and much more. In my household, we embrace the holidays with gusto (we’re the type who keep our Christmas tree up well into January and plan our Halloween costumes ten months in advance), so I immediately started brainstorming holiday-themed designs. There’s a slight learning curve with the app, but once I had physically assembled the panels and adjusted the connector pads, I quickly came up with several variations on a pumpkin, a Valentine’s Day heart, and I already have a Christmas tree design in mind.
While searching online for design inspiration, I discovered a thriving community dedicated to Govee Mini Panel Lights. They’ve created an incredible array of designs, which I can either replicate directly or adapt to my own vision. This active community is a fantastic resource.
Other notable features include the ability to connect up to 70 panels, music syncing, and compatibility with other Govee products like lamps and light strips. One suggestion for improvement would be to offer more connector pads. Having additional pads would significantly expand design possibilities, and I’m sure dedicated users would be willing to purchase them separately.
Overall, the Govee Mini Panel Lights are incredibly fun and a fantastic addition to any gaming den or family room. They can enhance the listening experience, serve as party decorations, and provide a creative outlet. The active community of designers provides endless inspiration. I anticipate reconfiguring these lights for every holiday throughout the year. Perhaps I should invest in the full 70-panel set…
Good stuff:
They’re incredibly customizable, letting you create tons of unique shapes and designs.
The vibrant colors and app controls offer a huge range of lighting effects.
They’re versatile, working well for gaming, holidays, and general home lighting.
Not-so-good stuff:
The app has a bit of a learning curve.
More connector pads would unlock even more design possibilities.
Okay, let’s talk about the DJI Mic Mini. You know, in the world of online videos and podcasts, everyone’s obsessed with crisp, clear audio. Nobody wants to listen to a video where it sounds like you’re talking through a tin can. I’ve been there, trust me. And for a long time, getting good audio while staying mobile was a real pain. Wires everywhere, bulky mics, it was a whole thing. But DJI, they’re wizards in the drone world, right? Well, they’ve taken that magic and sprinkled it on the audio scene with the Mic Mini, and I’ve been playing with it for a few weeks now, so let me give you the lowdown.
First impressions? This thing is tiny. Seriously, the transmitters are about the size of a quarter. I’m talking pocket-sized, clip-on-your-shirt-and-forget-it small. And that’s HUGE for anyone who’s trying to film themselves or interview someone without looking like they’re wearing a giant radio transmitter. The whole kit comes in this neat little charging case, which, okay, it’s not *microscopic*, but it’s definitely portable. It’s made of a sturdy material, so it feels like it can survive being tossed in a backpack. Inside, you’ve got room for the two transmitters, the receiver, and some handy accessories.
Setting it up? Piece of cake. I’m not the most tech-savvy person, so I was a little worried, but honestly, it was easier than connecting my Bluetooth headphones. Everything is pre-paired, so you just pop open the case, turn everything on, and boom – you’re ready to roll. The receiver plugs into your phone with a USB-C adapter, and if you’re rocking an older iPhone, you can grab a Lightning adapter separately. For cameras, you’ve got a standard 3.5mm cable. And get this – the transmitters can even connect directly to some DJI cameras and phones via Bluetooth. Talk about convenient! There’s an app, the DJI Mimo app, where you can tweak some settings, like noise cancellation. It’s pretty straightforward, but you do have to make a DJI account, which is a little annoying. I mean, come on, do I *really* need an account just to use a microphone?
Now, let’s talk sound. This is the most important part, right? And I gotta say, the Mic Mini delivers. The audio is crisp, clear, and warm. It’s a massive upgrade from my phone’s built-in mic. I’ve been using it for everything – recording voiceovers, filming interviews, even just messing around with some music stuff. It handles everything like a champ. And the noise cancellation? Pretty darn good. It’s not going to completely silence a jet engine, but it does a great job of minimizing background noise. I tested it out in a busy coffee shop, and it filtered out most of the chatter and clatter, so my voice came through nice and clear. The windscreens are a lifesaver for outdoor recording – they keep the wind noise to a minimum.
Battery life? Don’t even get me started. It’s insane. I’m talking all-day recording without even a hint of low battery anxiety. DJI claims around 11.5 hours on a single charge for the transmitters, and I found that to be pretty accurate. And the charging case? It holds multiple charges, so you can literally record for days without needing to find an outlet. This is a game-changer for anyone who’s always on the go.
The Mic Mini is also super versatile. It works with pretty much everything. Phones, cameras, tablets, you name it. And the fact that it connects directly to some DJI cameras via Bluetooth is just awesome. It makes my workflow so much smoother. The range is also impressive. I could wander pretty far from my recording device without losing signal.
Okay, now for the downsides. There are a couple of things that bug me a little. First, there’s no internal recording on the transmitters. So, if you lose signal for some reason, you lose the audio. That’s a bit of a bummer. It would be nice to have a backup recording, just in case. Also, the receiver doesn’t have a screen. It’s got a gain dial, which is fine, but a screen would give you a better visual representation of your audio levels. And finally, the charging case, while convenient, could be a tad smaller. I mean, it’s called the *Mini* for a reason, right?
But honestly, those are pretty minor complaints. Overall, the DJI Mic Mini is a fantastic wireless microphone system. It’s compact, easy to use, sounds great, and has amazing battery life. It’s perfect for anyone who needs to record high-quality audio on the go. Whether you’re a YouTuber, podcaster, filmmaker, or just someone who wants to make better videos for social media, the Mic Mini is definitely worth checking out.
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5
Pros:
Ultra-Portable and Discreet: Tiny transmitters and compact charging case make it ideal for on-the-go recording.
Excellent Audio Quality: Captures clear, warm vocals and significantly improves over built-in mics.
Long Battery Life: Impressive battery performance for both transmitters and charging case.
Easy to Use: Simple plug-and-play setup with intuitive controls.
Versatile Connectivity: Works with smartphones, cameras, tablets, and computers; Bluetooth connectivity with select DJI devices.
Effective Noise Cancellation: Reduces background noise for cleaner recordings.
Affordable Price: Offers great value compared to higher-end wireless microphone systems.
Cons:
No Internal Recording: Lack of backup recording on transmitters could result in lost audio if there’s a signal interruption.
Limited On-Receiver Controls: No screen on the receiver for visual feedback on audio levels.
Charging Case Size: While portable, it could be smaller considering the “Mini” moniker.
