Author - Jerry Paxton

HyperX Partners with ESL One to Provide Gaming Hardware

2016/04/19
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News

Fountain Valley, CA – April 19, 2016 – HyperX™, a division of Kingston® Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, today announced it is the official SSD and memory partner of ESL One throughout the 2016 tournament year. ESL One Cologne 2016 will be especially exciting as in addition to being the world’s biggest Counter-Strike event, it is also the next Valve Major with a $1M (USD) prize pool.

HyperX pushes the limits of SSD and memory potential to unlock the performance that players need to reach their own peak abilities during each competition. The following competitions will benefit from the hardware partnership:

  • ESL One Manila April 23 – 24, 2016
  • ESL One Frankfurt June 18 – 19, 2016
  • ESL One Cologne July 8 – 10, 2016
  • One more yet-to-be announced ESL One Tournament

The official hardware provided for the competitions will be HyperX Savage Memory and HyperX Savage SSD. All systems will be equipped with this hardware to guarantee maximum performance. In Frankfurt and Cologne, HyperX will give fans the chance to test and experience the latest products including the forthcoming HyperX Cloud Revolver™ headset available for preorder now and shipping in May. Fans can also experience the award-winning comfort and audio performance of HyperX Cloud and Cloud II at the HyperX booth on the show floor.

“After a successful cooperation during ESL One Katowice and Cologne last year, we’re more than happy to renew and expand our partnership with HyperX to all ESL One events in 2016,” said Ulrich Schulze, VP pro gaming, ESL. “As official SSD and memory partner, the attending teams can be sure to have top-notch equipped tournament PCs.”

“ESL One is known for record-breaking events and we are proud to continue our support in 2016 to set the stage for even bigger and more exciting eSports action,” said Annie L. Gerard, global strategic marketing manager, HyperX. “As the world of eSports continues to break boundaries, HyperX leads the charge by delivering exceptionally high-performance products to gamers worldwide and supporting their passion from all facet of the gaming industry.”

HyperX is the high-performance product division of Kingston Technology encompassing high-speed DDR4 and DDR3 memory, SSDs, USB Flash drives, headsets and mouse pads. Targeted at gamers, overclockers and enthusiasts, HyperX is known throughout the world for quality, performance and innovation. HyperX is committed to eSports as it sponsors over 25 teams globally and is the main sponsor of Intel Extreme Masters. HyperX can be found at many shows including Brasil Game Show, China Joy, DreamHack, gamescom and PAX.

For more information visit the HyperX home page.

HyperX can be found on:
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/hyperx
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/hyperxcommunity
Twitter: http://twitter.com/hyperx
Instagram: https://instagram.com/hyperx/
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/company/164609?trk=tyah
Google+: https://plus.google.com/+hyperx/videos

SteelSeries PAX EAST 2016 Line-Up

2016/04/19
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PAX, Peripherals News, Tech News

CHICAGO – April 19, 2016 – SteelSeries, leader and innovator in gaming peripherals, showcases a fresh lineup of gaming peripherals during PAX EAST 2016, including the Siberia 350 surround sound headset and the APEX M500 mechanical keyboard.

On display from April 22 to 24 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, gamers of all levels can experience the ultimate in gaming peripherals; from mechanical keyboards designed for eSports to 3D surround sound headsets and the latest in mouse technology. Visitors will also have the opportunity to win professional gaming gear from SteelSeries just by visiting booth 2106.

Siberia 350

Acclaimed for its ultra-lightweight and comfortable design, the Siberia 350 headset lets you hear everything on the battlefield, from footsteps behind you to an explosion over the hill, and enjoy the beautiful sound design as intended for enhanced gameplay. The headset features DTS Headphone:X 7.1 surround sound technology, a retractable microphone for easy storing, and the iconic SteelSeries suspension headband that self-adjusts for the perfect fit. The Siberia 350 also comes with integrated audio controls, SteelSeries Engine for customization, and RGB illumination for personalization.

APEX M500

The tournament-ready mechanical keyboard is outfitted with Cherry MX Red switches and SteelSeries Engine customization software. The APEX M500 features a traditional key layout for universality, Anti-Ghosting technology for optimum efficiency, and blue LED backlighting for supreme visibility.

Win, Play and Share

SteelSeries will also be hosting a variety of events and giveaways during the show, including daily CS:GO and Crossout tournaments for the opportunity to win SteelSeries gaming gear. Attendees are encouraged to stop by booth 2106 to scan an individual code inside their PAX welcome bag or share a picture of the SteelSeries booth on Instagram or Twitter to win a Siberia 350 headset each day.

For more information about the APEX M500, Siberia 350, or SteelSeries entire selection of gaming accessories, visit www.SteelSeries.com. To schedule a VIP tour of SteelSeries booth during PAX East, contact your PR representative.

New Trailer for Alien: Isolation Pinball

2016/04/19
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

April 19, 2016 – After last week’s reveal of Aliens vs. Pinball and the trailer for the first table in the three pack, Zen Studios is excited to bring you the trailer for the second table, Alien: Isolation! Based on the smash hit survival horror game from 2014, the Alien: Isolation pinball table combines the terror and action of the original game for a truly white-knuckled pinball experience.

In Alien: Isolation pinball, players must help Amanda Ripley survive the dangerous corridors of Sevastopol Space Station while evading a merciless Xenomorph. Additionally, you’ll have to contend with “Working Joe” androids and Station Security Guards, craft weaponry, and hack computers while you keep an eye out for the relentless Alien.

Alien: Isolation pinball will launch on ALIEN DAY (April 26, 2016) as part of the Aliens vs. Pinball three-pack for Zen Pinball 2, Pinball FX2, and Amazon, as well as in-app purchases for Zen Pinball and as a standalone app on iOS and Android devices.

Please visit blog.zenstudios.com for more information on Zen Studios’ robust library of titles.

The Collider 2 Launch Trailer

2016/04/19
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

April 19, 2016 – Wroclaw, Poland/ The final push against the alien invasion commences today (April 19) as The Collider 2 launches on Steam. In this high-stakes game of reflexes, players will attempt to destroy a colossal mothership looming over the planet. With a fleet of high-tech starfighters at their disposal, players take on a series of near-suicidal missions to destroy the alien invader from the inside. They will take down reactors, collect sensitive data, and avoid lethal defenses all while maneuvering through the vents of the enemy vessel at near light-speed velocity.

Key game features:

Light-Speed Gameplay – Enjoy a fast-paced arcade experience that’s easy to pick up but challenging to master. Get your adrenaline pumping as you manoeuvre between elaborate obstacles and death traps inside a giant spaceship beautifully rendered in Unreal Engine 4.

Mission Mode – Pilot 6 unique star fighters through 54 missions. Scout, infiltrate, sabotage, and fight to repel the alien invasion once and for all.

Upgrades & Levels – Unlock and upgrade space fighters, customize their plating, collect power-ups, and level up your pilot rank for higher score multipliers and better rewards.

Endless Clash Mode – Reach unthinkable speeds that will put your eye-hand coordination to the test. Set new high-scores, compete with friends, and take part in weekly online tournaments.

Virtual Reality Support – Full VR support on HTC Vive and Oculus Rift right from the start. It’s intuitive, exciting and faster than anything you’ve seen before.

The Collider 2 launches on Steam April 19, 2016 for $9.99 / €9.99 / £6.99 with full VR support included.

The Legion Invades World of Warcraft on August 30

2016/04/18
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

IRVINE, Calif.—April 18, 2016—The great enemy of Azeroth is back, and soon the kingdoms of the Horde and the Alliance will be consumed in a storm of fel fire. Starting August 30, realms will shatter, heroes will fall, and the world will stand on the brink of destruction with the launch of World of Warcraft®: Legion™, the sixth expansion for Blizzard Entertainment’s acclaimed massively multiplayer online role-playing game.

Defenders of the Alliance and the Horde can steel themselves for the return of the demonic armies of the Burning Legion by pre-purchasing World of Warcraft: Legion digitally at www.wowlegion.com. Players who pre-purchase will unlock an instant level-100 character boost, as well as early access to the Demon Hunter—Legion’s dexterous and deadly new hero class—prior to the expansion’s release.†

“Legion opens a dark and thrilling new chapter in one of the Warcraft series’ greatest conflicts, and things will never be the same for some of Azeroth’s most iconic heroes and villains,” said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. “This expansion is loaded with features and content that give players whole new ways to explore the world and customize their heroes. We’re looking forward to sending everyone into battle against the Burning Legion this August.”

In this expansion chronicling the events following Warlords of Draenor, all hellfire breaks loose when the warlock Gul’dan, betrayer of the orcs and twisted servant of the Burning Legion, unleashes a demonic invasion force upon Azeroth unlike any the Horde and the Alliance have ever faced. To save their world from annihilation, heroes must unlock the mysteries of the mythic Broken Isles, master powerful Artifact weapons, and strike a forbidden pact with the Demon Hunters of the Illidari—vengeful disciples of the dreaded Illidan Stormrage.

Pre-purchase Now and Prepare for the Invasion

World of Warcraft: Legion will be available in a Standard Edition (physical and digital versions available; SRP $49.99). Players also have the option to upgrade their pre-purchase to the Digital Deluxe Edition (SRP $69.99), which contains a hoard of in-game bonuses for a variety of Blizzard games, including an Illidari Felstalker mount and pet for World of Warcraft, a Felstalker mount for Heroes of the Storm®, a helm transmog and wings for Diablo® III, and a pair of fel-infused StarCraft® II portraits.

Players who pre-purchase either the digital Standard Edition or Digital Deluxe Edition of Legion through www.wowlegion.com will be able to immediately† boost one character to level 100, allowing them to experience the latest World of Warcraft content alongside their friends.††

Pre-purchasing Legion will also grant early access to the Demon Hunter prior to the expansion’s release.† During the pre-launch early-access period, players will be able to complete the Demon Hunter’s unique starting experience on the shattered, Legion-corrupted world of Mardum and achieve level 100, leaving them fully prepared to join their allies on the Broken Isles the moment the expansion launches. Further details on the upcoming Demon Hunter early-access period, including the timing and duration, will be announced at a later date.

World of Warcraft: Legion will also be available in a retail-only Collector’s Edition (SRP $89.99), which includes the digital bonuses from the Digital Deluxe Edition along with a full-color hardcover art book, a behind-the-scenes two-disc Blu-ray/DVD set, a CD soundtrack, and a Legion mouse pad. Supplies are limited; players should check with their local retailer for preorder details and availability.

World of Warcraft: Legion Features

World of Warcraft: Legion is filled with features and content that will transform Azeroth’s heroes into Legion-slaying avatars of vengeance, including:

  • New Hero Class: Demon Hunter—Unleash the demon within as an all-new melee hero class gifted with preternatural mobility—and the ability to metamorphose into hellish new forms.
  • New Feature: Artifact Weapons—Smite the Legion with class-specific weapons of lore. Unlock abilities and traits, and customize your weapon to suit your needs.
  • New Continent: The Broken Isles—Discover the fate of a lost night elf civilization, confront twisted fragments of the Emerald Nightmare, and hunt agents of the Legion in all-new zones. Forge your own path through the Broken Isles as you explore content that dynamically scales to your level.
  • Boost to Level 100—Come fully prepared to battle the Legion with a level-100 character boost, and fight alongside your friends in this epic new chapter of World of Warcraft—available immediately upon pre-purchase†.
  • New Feature: Class Hall—Gather with fellow members of your class and unite followers of your order—including iconic characters from Warcraft lore—to carry out missions at your command.
  • New PvP Honor System—Fight for fame, glory, and a range of new PvP-specific powers as you face the opposing faction in Arenas and Battlegrounds.

For more information about World of Warcraft: Legion or to sign up for the upcoming beta test, visit www.wowlegion.com.

With multiple games in development, Blizzard has numerous positions currently available—visit http://jobs.blizzard.com for more information and to learn how to apply.

†Players upgrading from World of Warcraft Starter Edition must wait for trial restrictions to be removed (up to 72 hours) before using character boost. Demon Hunter early access timing will be announced at a later date. Only one Demon Hunter per realm (per account); requires at least one level-70 character on realm.

††Corresponding World of Warcraft expansions required.

Funcom’s The Park Console Launch Date

2016/04/18
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Xbox One News

Oslo, Norway – April 18th, 2016 – Funcom is excited to announce that the company’s latest game, ‘The Park’, will be available to horror fans around the world on both PLAYSTATION® 4 and XBOX ONE next month, on May 3rd. ‘The Park’ will be Funcom’s first console release since ‘Dreamfall: The Longest Journey’ in 2006.

“We are thrilled to develop games for consoles again,” says Funcom CEO Rui Casais. “Not only because ‘The Park’ is a great fit for console gaming, but the process has also given us a lot of experience which we can use for some of our upcoming games, like ‘CONAN EXILES’.”

‘The Park’ first served its ice cold chills when it launched on PC during Halloween last year. It quickly became a favorite among streamers, and in the weeks following its release it generated more than 10 million views on various Let’s Play videos on YouTube.

In ‘The Park’ players step into the shoes of Lorraine, a mother whose son goes missing at the Atlantic Island Park. Here players must explore the dilapidated amusement park and face panic and paranoia as they progress unravel Lorraine’s story and the history of the park itself. Focusing entirely on intense storytelling and exploration instead of combat and action, ‘The Park’ draws inspiration from other first-person exploration games such as ‘Gone Home’, ‘Dear Esther’ and ‘The Vanishing of Ethan Carter’.

For more information about ‘The Park’, visit the official website at www.theparkgame.com.

Dark Souls III – Kingdom Fall Trailer

2016/04/18
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

April 18, 2016 – DARK SOULS™ III, one of the most anticipated games of 2016, has released to rave reviews and incredibly strong first week sales, breaking records for the most successful day-one launch and fastest selling title in BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc.’s history. See what everyone is talking about with the latest DARK SOULS III trailer, “Kingdom Fall”.

DARK SOULS III is currently available for PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One and STEAM for PC.

Pandemic (2016) Movie Review

2016/04/18
Jerry Paxton
Film Review, Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News, Reviews

John Suits’ Pandemic takes place relatively soon after a fast-moving virus has wiped out 2 billion people. The virus turns people violent and, in the last stage, downright cannibalistic with a zombie-like appearance. The government has set up facilities to send teams out into the cities to look for uninfected and/or immune individuals. The big selling point for Pandemic is that most of the film is shot from a somewhat first-person perspective, mainly seen through helmet cameras of the various characters. Unfortunately, the camera-shake is very high and becomes more of a gimmick than anything else. This is unfortunate, as underneath that aspect of Pandemic, you will find some decent performances and plot twists.

Rachel Nichols (Continuum, Star Trek) stars as Lauren, a lab analyst for the CDC who is tasked with leading one of these groups into Los Angeles to find survivors. Others in her team include Mekhi Phifer (Divergent, Dawn of the Dead) as an ex-cop, Missy Pyle (Gone Girl, Galaxy Quest) as the team navigator, and Alfie Allen (Game of Thrones) as the team driver. Unfortunately, none of these characters act professionally at all – especially the ex-cop. There is simply a lack of discipline all over the place. While some of this is understandable given the circumstances, these are not the people we want out there, trying to save humanity from a terrible virus. To make matters worse, each of the characters has an agenda which seems to be perpendicular to the overarching goal of the mission.

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Despite this and the fact that characters do strange, unrealistic things in the wake of the dangers they are facing, the cast turns in some good performances, especially Nichols, as her character discovers the whereabouts of her daughter. Additionally, the plot moves along at a good pace. Much to their credit, the filmmakers have crafted a movie that looks like a much higher budget production than what they actually had. While there appears to be a lot of CGI gore, they have used some tried and true, old time film-making techniques for several sequences – especially the night driving ones. These effects were used to great effect and are refreshing to see.

Overall Pandemic offers some intense moments and interesting plot twists. However, its shaky cam gimmick soon wears thin becoming more of a distraction than anything else. I highly recommend renting Pandemic before you buy, just in case it is not your cup of hot cocoa. Pandemic is available now via video on demand services like iTunes to own and rent.

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Digital Extremes Announces First Ever TennoCon

2016/04/15
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

LONDON, ON (April 15, 2016) — Independent games developer and publisher Digital Extremes is excited to announce first details for TennoCon, an action packed convention and celebration of Warframe®, bringing together one of the world’s largest Free-to-Play Communities. Set in the heart of Digital Extremes’ hometown of London, Ontario at the London Convention Center on July 9, 2016, TennoCon offers attendees a chance to connect with the Warframe developers, well-known Warframe Twitch and YouTube broadcasters, and fellow players, better known as Tenno.

Now with more than 22 million players across PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, Warframe boasts a thriving in-game and online Community. TennoCon will bring this devoted Community together in a day of interactive panels, giveaways and activities focused on three major themes: Learn, Play, Connect. With a variety of panels hosted by various members of the Warframe development team, players can learn first-hand the inside track on how Warframe is made, from concept to design to live update. Warframe game stations and a mix of hands-on activities will allow attendees to play and test their IRL space ninja skills and players can meet and connect with fellow Clan members and in-game friends in the largest gathering of Tenno yet!

The day’s events will end on a high note with TennoLive, a livestreaming broadcast of Warframe’s popular Devstream series where the Developers will discuss future plans for Warframe including big reveals on new content, continued cinematic quest direction and gameplay enhancements. Players unable to attend the event can tune in to TennoLive online at twitch.tv/warframe.

TennoCon tickets are available for purchase today at the official website. Three tiers of tickets include Full Day, Collector’s and Limited VIP:

  • Full Day Ticket – $25 CAD – includes full day access to the event along with free, exclusive in-game swag.
  • Collector’s Ticket – $75 CAD – includes full day access to the event along with free, exclusive in-game swag, PLUS an exclusive TennoCon t-shirt and additional swag.
  • Limited VIP Ticket – $250 CAD – includes all previous tier items along with a Limited Edition Nyx Collector’s Statue and a Digital Extremes Studio Tour, complete with Canadian Brunch with the Warframe Development Team.

To learn more about TennoCon, visit warframe.com/tennocon. For more information about Warframe, please visit the official website. To keep up with the latest updates from the Warframe Development team, be sure to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.