Archive - 2025

Little Nightmares III to Launch On October 10

2025/06/24

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. today announced LITTLE NIGHTMARES™ III, developed by Supermassive Games will launch on October 10, 2025, for PlayStation®5, PlayStation® 4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, PC via Steam® and Xbox on PC, and Nintendo Switch™ and Switch™ 2. Pre-orders started today on all platforms except on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, which will start at a later date. The franchise has now sold 20 million units since the release of LITTLE NIGHTMARES™ in 2017. For more information on the game, visit www.bandainamcoent.com/games/little-nightmares-3.

Trapped in the Spiral, a world filled with delusions, Low & Alone are looking for a way out. Through their journey, they enter the Carnevale, a decrepit funfair which is the focus of the new trailer and gameplay deep dive.

Check out the new game trailer here:

Check out the game play deep dive here:

The following editions of LITTLE NIGHTMARES III are available for pre-order:

Standard Edition
Digital Deluxe Edition, which includes the Secrets of The Spiral – Expansion Pass, and the Residents Costumes Pack
Collector “Mirror Edition”, which adds to the Deluxe edition content, a figurine, a metal case, a physical artbook, the OST in digital and physical format, and some stickers
Premium Collector “Spiral Edition”, exclusive to the Bandai Namco Store which, contains the Collector “Mirror Edition” figurine, enhanced with a music box base, a Nome controller/phone holder and a double-sided coin of Low and Alone.

Pre-orders will give access to the Dark Six Costumes Set on all platforms. Pre-ordering a digital copy will also include the early access of LITTLE NIGHTMARES ENHANCED EDITION on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The Secrets of The Spiral – Expansion Pass includes two additional chapters to explore, which will be detailed at a later date, as well as an exclusive Costumes Set featuring a character that fans might recognize.

In addition, LITTLE NIGHTMARES ENHANCED EDITION has been announced for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC with a release date also set on October 10, 2025. LITTLE NIGHTMARES ENHANCED EDITION brings Six’s story to a new standard thanks to technical enhancements, such as volumetric lightning and ray tracing, as well as gameplay changes like better checkpoint placement, gameplay helpers, letting more players discover Six’s journey through the Maw. LITTLE NIGHTMARES ENHANCED EDITION will be available right away to those who pre-order a digital copy of Little Nightmares III on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

The final game announcement from the Little Nightmares Showcase is LITTLE NIGHTMARES VR: ALTERED ECHOES, which has been announced to be in development at Iconik Studio.

Check out the Little Nightmares Showcase for all the exciting news and reveals here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oa85Ns7uegc

Grit and Valor – 1949 Launches on August 21 on Console and VR

2025/06/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Grit and Valor – 1949, the dieselpunk real-time tactics roguelite from developer Milky Tea and publisher Megabit, is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Epic Games Store on August 21. Currently available on Steam, Grit and Valor – 1949 is set in an alternate-history World War II, where players command an elite squad of resistance mech pilots against the technologically superior forces of the Evil Axis.

To coincide with the console launch, the team at Milky Tea have joined forces with nDreams to create a VR edition of the game. Free for all PC and PlayStation 5 owners, this edition reimagines the game’s dynamic real-time tactics in a whole new reality, giving players the opportunity to get up close and personal with the battlefield. The game will also be available for purchase separately on the Meta Quest store.

“Grit and Valor – 1949 was always built with the idea of recreating the thrilling experience of playing with miniatures on a battlefield, but in a video game setting,” said Kevin Campbell, Producer at Milky Tea. “What nDreams has helped us achieve is giving players added immersion, bringing the world of the game to life in a virtual setting”.

In Grit and Valor – 1949, players must strategize their every move adapting to dynamic battlefields and overwhelming enemy war machines. With a blend of tactical decision making, roguelite progression, and intense boss encounters, the game challenges players to make split-second decisions and discover the best strategy for survival.

Key Game Features:

Evolved-Real Time Tactics Gameplay – Each new region and battlefield you enter presents a new challenge with unique combinations of enemy waves and terrain.
Build The Ultimate Mech Squad – You have the freedom to customize and configure your squad of Mechs and Pilots to adapt your tactics for each new mission.
Roguelite Replayability – No two playthroughs in Grit and Valor – 1949 are the same, ensuring every battlefield is as deadly and unpredictable as the last.
Four Distinct Regions – Grit and Valor is set across four distinct regions, each with unique gameplay mechanics, challenges and a variety of randomly generated battlefields to overcome.
Alternate History Dieselpunk Setting – The Axis have seized control of Europe using giant mechanized warriors to turn the tide of the war.

Grit and Valor – 1949 is also on sale during the Steam Summer Sale from June 26, available for $14.99 during this event. This coincides with a new update to the game, bringing a host of quality of life updates and improvements.

Sengoku Dynasty Bushidō Update Explained

2025/06/24

Jerry Paxton

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

Developer Superkami and Publisher Toplitz Productions jointly announce that the next major content update for their genre-blend Sengoku Dynasty is available today.

Since its release in Early Access, the mix of life-sim, settlement builder, survival adventure and action underwent a slow transformation with a plethora of meaningful updates, based on both the extensive roadmap as well as the invaluable player feedback. The new content pack ‘Bushidō’, updating the game to version 1.1, is no exception and delivers a new threat to the Nata Valley in the form of raids by various villainous factions. However, since Sengoku Dynasty wants to cater to the players’ gameplay preferences as much as possible, raids can be deactivated as well, if a more peaceful experience is preferred.

But what are raids? Bandits will not only roam the area or inhabit small camps. They will eventually start to attack your villages, try to capture your bell tower and ransack your dynasty storage. So set up your defenses, employ guards and make sure that your villagers are safe – or at least that you can catch the raiders and reclaim the loot before they disappear.

While you can minimize the risk by attacking and destroying bandit camps on your expeditions into the scenic world of Sengoku Dynasty, you can never be fully safe. Thankfully, rumors spread fast in Nata Valley, so you will hear of an upcoming attack with enough time to prepare your defensive tactics.

Additionally the ‘Bushidō’ update includes a wide variety of bug fixes, enhancements and quality-of-life improvements to make the player’s journey through Sengoku Dynasty a truly memorable one. For the full patch notes please visit the official Steam product page.

Sengoku Dynasty is available for PC on Steam, GOG.com and the Epic Games Store. Console versions are in development and slated for release this Summer.

Warhammer Skulls 2025 Celebrates Record-Breaking Views

2025/06/24

Jerry Paxton

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

Warhammer, along with their licensed partners, are thrilled to reveal that this year’s Warhammer Skulls showcase has broken last year’s record, reaching over 30 million views of the showcase and more than 15 million views of individual trailers across all channels and platforms.

The annual festival for Warhammer video games kicked off the games summer showcase season with perhaps its biggest announcements to date: Dark Heresy, Dawn of War – Definitive Edition, Boltgun 2, as well as Space Marine Master Crafted Edition, followed by week-long extravaganza of sales, offers, and special free to play games.

Four games included in the week-long event received six figure wishlists across the week-long event, while four titles charted on GameDiscoverCo’s countdown of ‘trending’ unreleased Steam games by 7-day new followers: Owlcat’s CRPG Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy at number two, Dawn Of War – Definitive Edition at number five, Space Marine Master Crafted Edition at number eleven, and Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun 2 at number twelve.

Following the successful announcement of Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, Owlcat Games has launched the Lex Imperialis DLC for Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader. From today, players can experience a new Arbitrator companion and Cyber Mastiff Familiar, alongside 15 hours of new story.

“It’s also a great time for new players to jump into the Rogue Trader adventure if they haven’t already. Our next big title, Warhammer 40,000: Dark Heresy, was also incredibly well received — the attention and volume of questions we’ve got have been remarkable. We’re planning to share more details in the coming months, so stay tuned,” said Anatoly Shestov, Executive Producer at Owlcat Games.

Yesterday, Warhammer 40,000: Darktide released its Warhammer Skulls-announced Arbites class, allowing players to access the first new class since launch, complete with Cyber Mastiff support.

“Announcing the Arbites Class at Skulls was an incredible moment for us and the community. The response has been phenomenal. There was a lot of speculation from the teaser. Once it finally came out we really felt the excitement from the community and I think we exceeded their expectations,” said Juan Martinez, Executive Producer. “The class only released yesterday and we’re already seeing Darktide players surprising us with the builds they’re making for their Arbitrators. It’s been amazing to watch it get so much love from the community so quickly, it really shows how much the Arbites resonate with the way people want to play.”

And that’s not all, this bumper Warhammer week finishes with new content for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Siege mode will arrive on June 26th as a free PVE update, with Season Pass owners also able to receive new cosmetic packs, including The White Scars Chapter Pack and The Blood Angels Cosmetic Pack.

In case you missed it, these launches follow on the heels of the recent releases of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine Master Crafted Edition on PC, Xbox, and Game Pass, and the Khorne team who are now on the pitch as part of Blood Bowl 3 Season 9.

Warhammer Skulls will return in 2026 for its tenth anniversary.

G’AIM’E Brings Arcade Legend TIME CRISIS Home With New Plug-and-Play Lightgun System

2025/06/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News

Tassei Denki, a leading international provider of gaming hardware, consumer technology and innovative accessories, today announced the launch of their Kickstarter campaign for the G‘AIM’E TIME CRISIS Lightgun, a new breed of hardware, designed to finally bring the classic fun and accuracy of arcade Lightgun games back to the home!

Combining state-of-the-art powered Lightgun technology with a simple plug-and-play mini-console, gamers can relive the thrills of the legendary TIME CRISIS game in the comfort of their own home, no matter what TV, monitor or display technology they are using!

Designed under license and supervision of Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. and multiple members of the original TIME CRISIS arcade team, the new G‘AIM’E TIME CRISIS Lightgun is released in time to celebrate the momentous 30th Anniversary of TIME CRISIS hitting the arcade, featuring the full arcade ROM for the ultimate in authenticity and realism. All that’s missing is the need to insert coins!

Tassei Denki, together with its group companies, have built a solid foundation in the development of gaming hardware, with over 100 million units manufactured for customers worldwide. The development of the G‘AIM’E TIME CRISIS Lightgun marks an exciting new chapter for the team, as they design, build and launch their own brand of hardware direct to consumers.

With the pre-launch Kickstarter page launching 20 days ago, more than 8500 gaming fans and arcade enthusiasts have already registered their enthusiasm for the project, eager for the Kickstarter to go live. With the Kickstarter campaign officially launching today, excitement continues to build as old and new Lightgun fans register their support for this groundbreaking new development.

As CRT TVs began to disappear from our lives, so did traditional Lightgun gaming, as the technology was very closely tied to the inner workings of the old-style televisions. Utilizing AI driven technology, Tassei Denki has created its own, custom hardware solution that utilizes a high-resolution camera in place of the traditional infrared technology used in Lightguns of the past. The G‘AIM’E Lightguns no longer require the time-consuming manual calibration that the older technology relied on to work – it simply calibrates itself as you play, allowing you to focus on what’s important – your gameplay! In addition, the powerful AI technology used in the Lightguns adapts to the gamers’ seating positions, allowing them to move and sit down while the Lightgun automatically adjusts. The Lightguns will even work accurately should a person or object move in front of the screen, learning and adapting to users’ TV setups, displays and distance away from the screen.

There are a number of Kickstarter backer tiers for those who wish to support the return of home Lightgun action!

Basic – Priced at 14,500 JPY

G‘AIM’E Lightgun
TV mini-console featuring TIME CRISIS

Premium – Priced at 19,800 JPY

G‘AIM’E Lightgun
TV mini-console featuring TIME CRISIS and three other Lightgun classics – POINT BLANK, STEEL GUNNER and STEEL GUNNER 2
Pedal, for true arcade action
Collectible TIME CRISIS Pin Badge

Ultimate – Priced at 29,700 JPY

Two G‘AIM’E Lightguns so you can enjoy co-op gaming with friendly rivals
TV mini-console featuring TIME CRISIS and three other Lightgun classics – POINT BLANK, STEEL GUNNER and STEEL GUNNER 2
Pedal, for true arcade action
Collectible TIME CRISIS Pin Badge
Collectible TIME CRISIS Diorama Stand
Type-C AC Power Adapter

*Global prices are in JPY.

In addition to these, all backers will receive an exclusive keychain featuring “G‘AIM’E and TIME CRISIS” as a bonus – but this offer is time-limited, so those keen to grab one need to be quick! The Lightguns will be available in Shadow Black color for Japan and Arcade Blue for the rest of the world.

Dr. Andrew Steel, CEO of Tassei Denki commented on the launch of the Kickstarter campaign, “We couldn’t be more excited to work with our patrons in launching our new project, designed to bring authentic arcade thrills back to the home, without the fuss, hardware and additional setup to enable Lightgun accessories to operate on modern displays. Like many others, our team misses the endless excitement of Lightgun games, and we believe that celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the iconic TIME CRISIS, is the ideal way to introduce our new hardware to our fellow gamers. We look forward to sharing more details soon and encourage the true fans who don’t want to miss out on our exclusive backer tiers to move fast with our Kickstarter campaign now live.”

The Kickstarter campaign page for G‘AIM’E is here.

To find out more about G‘AIM’E, take a look check out their website.

Find G‘AIM’E on social media: https://linktr.ee/mygaime

All-American Rejects to Headline Fandom Party on July 24

2025/06/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, SDCC

Can we let you in on our dirty little secret? The All-American Rejects — yes, THE chart-topping, sing-every-lyric beloved rock band — are headlining this year’s Fandom Party! And you know what that means: the countdown is on for Fandom’s return to San Diego! The world’s largest fan platform will once again host its highly anticipated event during the biggest fan convention of the year. The Fandom Party is sponsored by Universal Orlando Resort – who opened its fourth theme park, Universal Epic Universe, in May – as well as Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. – the leading game publisher behind ELDEN RING™, PAC-MAN® and the upcoming action RPG CODE VEIN II. The eighth annual Fandom Party will take place at FLOAT at the Hard Rock Hotel on Thursday, July 24 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

With chart-topping singles like “Gives You Hell,” “Dirty Little Secret,” and “Move Along,” The All-American Rejects have solidified their place as one of the most iconic bands of the 21st century. Selling over 10 million albums worldwide and amassing billions of global streams, the band has built a lasting legacy in the music industry. Their headlining performance will kick off the convention weekend in a major way, bringing together hundreds of fans, industry insiders, celebrities, and influencers for a night to remember.

The Fandom Party is THE must-attend event during convention week in San Diego, bringing fans a high-energy celebration at the intersection of pop culture, gaming, fantasy, music, and community. This year, attendees will enjoy an unforgettable night of curated and immersive fan-first experiences including:

Getting a glimpse into Universal Epic Universe, where attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy custom interactions featuring the five extraordinary worlds within the all-new theme park: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Ministry of Magic™, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk – and Dark Universe.
Traverse across a post-apocalyptic world and transcend time to reshape the past in CODE VEIN II – step into this haunting universe with Bandai Namco’s photo op featuring a life-size replica of the in-game vehicle Motorcycle Forma.
We will also have custom activations from partners, including a themed scavenger hunt hosted by the beloved Santaverse™ character The Elf on the Shelf® and Z2 that can all be experienced while those over 21 enjoy a drink from our official beverage sponsor, Mike’s HARDER Lemonade.

Doors open at 7:00 p.m. The Fandom Party is by invite only

THE STRANGERS – CHAPTER 2 Official Trailer Out Now

2025/06/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

The Strangers are back – more brutal and relentless than ever. When they learn that one of their victims, Maya (Madelaine Petsch), is still alive, they return to finish what they’ve started. With nowhere to run and no one to trust, Maya must survive another horrific chapter of terror as The Strangers – driven by a senseless, unceasing purpose – pursue her, more than willing to kill anyone who stands in their way.

Official Site: https://thestrangers.movie/

THE STRANGERS – CHAPTER 2 is taking you to Venus, Oregon. Explore the town’s rich history:

https://www.visitvenusoregon.com/

Borderlands 4 – Story Trailer Debut

2025/06/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Over the weekend, 2K and Gearbox Software debuted the Borderlands 4 Story Trailer at Borderlands 4 Fan Fest, immersing players in the high-stakes world of Kairos as its denizens break free from the tyranny of the Timekeeper, a ruthless dictator who is the leader of an army of synthetic soldiers known as The Order. Watch the Story Trailer revealed over the weekend here:

Borderlands 4 launches worldwide on September 12, 2025 via PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store, and is available for pre-order now.

For the latest information on Borderlands 4 and to pre-order the game, visit www.borderlands.2k.com, and follow the game across YouTube, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok

Dune: Awakening Celebrates 189K Concurrent Players

2025/06/23

Jerry Paxton

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

Dune: Awakening, the Funcom-developed, open world, multiplayer survival game on a massive scale, has launched to rave reviews, and is currently sitting at an 85% Very Positive Steam rating with over 28,700 reviews. It currently has an 80 rating on Metacritic and 81 on OpenCritic. Take a break from spice hunting and see the new Accolades trailer.

In the first weekend following launch, Dune: Awakening beat its peak concurrent players record three times, reaching over 189,000, and massively beating the 53,400 record of their previous title, Conan Exiles. It is now also Funcom’s fastest-selling game of all time. Since the Head Start, Dune: Awakening has consistently been among the most played games on Steam.

As the soaring response from players, press, and content creators has exploded online, key aspects of the game have been noted in particular. With a deliberately positioned alternate timeline, the faithfulness to the Dune universe, and the visual and aural inspiration taken from Denis Villeneuve and Legendary’s blockbuster films, is clear. VGMAG, who gave Dune: Awakening an 8.5/10, said it’s “…the best way to experience Arrakis.”. 4P scored it 9/10 and said “I don’t know of any game world that is more Dune than that of Dune: Awakening.” For those who have waited years to explore an open and living Arrakis, Dune: Awakening has delivered.

It’s not just the authentic and immersive world which has captured critics. IGN scored Dune: Awakening 8/10; Eurogamer gave Dune: Awakening 4/5 and praised its “superb survival gameplay.”; Screenrant said they were “…so absorbed in playing it that I skipped meals.”; and DualShockers scored the game 9/10 and said “I believe Dune: Awakening is one of those games we’ll look back on ten years from now and say, ‘This is one of the best games of all time.’ ”

This is only the beginning. Dune: Awakening’s Season Pass includes the first four DLC, and the team is already hard at work on future improvements and major free content updates to expand the game’s story and features. Dune: Awakening is available now on Steam.

PowerWash Simulator 2 Gameplay Trailer Shows New Features

2025/06/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos

FuturLab, the award-winning UK game studio, has unleashed a sparkling, action-packed trailer showcasing brand-new gameplay mechanics for the highly anticipated PowerWash Simulator 2. Now featuring muckier muck, slick new gadgets and a few fluffy surprises.

NEW FEATURES UNVEILED IN THE TRAILER INCLUDE:

Abseiling: Strap into your harness and take a ride on the mechanised pulley or ProRise AE-300, smoothly moving up and down walls and structures, taking vertical and horizontal cleaning control to thrilling new heights. The ultimate rock-climbing window cleaning experience.
Scissor Lift: No more jumping jacks. It’s time to elevate yourself to new heights, target precise stubborn patches of grime with pinpoint accuracy, perfect for busting dirt from those tricky, hard-to-reach corners and crevices.
Multi-stage Jobs: Just like that moment when you step back and realise you’ve missed a spot, some jobs reach new levels of dirt as you clean, revealing brand-new areas to tackle mid-wash. The trailer teases the dreaded Public Restroom, beware! Scrubbing the roof might just summon a secret toilet rising from the depths of dirt, exposing even grosser grime than ever before.
Surface Cleaner: Introducing the SwirlForce Surf Ace! This impressive new cleaning companion features a disc fitted with swirling nozzles, making it perfect for cleaning large flat areas swiftly and methodically. Parking lots, tiled floors? Completed it.
Home Base Customisation: Purchase and restore well-loved antique furniture, transforming it into freshly scrubbed and sparkling décor to be proudly displayed in your personal Home Base. Think less Antiques Roadshow, more PowerWash Interiors, where the real treasure is hiding under decades of muck.
Cat Companions: Ulysses and their lovable kittens Bubbles & Squeak, adopted in the original game, are now permanent residents in your Home Base, happily joining you on every cleaning job. And yes, you can pet that cat. In fact, they expect nothing less from their well-trained human assistant.

These fresh reveals build on an already packed foundation, including split-screen and online co-op, to satisfying soap-spraying, a full 38-job career mode, and even more to clean than before. That includes furniture restoration, and multi-stage jobs where one task hides another beneath the muck.

Players can also look forward to tackling an eclectic mix of environments, from mini rollercoasters and shooting galleries to rock-climbing parks and roadside motels, each one grime-covered and begging for a blast.

PowerWash Simulator 2 is currently in development for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, and releases late-2025.