Author - Jerry Paxton

Warhammer 40,000: Regicide Update 1.2 Released

2015/06/29

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

Sydney, Australia – Monday June 29, 2015 – Warhammer 40,000: Regicide sees the largest update it’s had to Early Access, with the addition of new environments, two new factions, hotseat, and live Multiplayer features. A series of newly released imagery depicts a new battlefield – a ruined Imperial monument surrounded by trees, smoke and motes of ash at the heart of an ancient forest. The addition of the “Raven Guard” Space Marines and “Snakebites” Ork Clan provides a ‘black and white’ set of pieces for both races currently in the game, alongside the White Scars and Goffs available at launch.

Hot-Seat mode – local multiplayer on the same machine – has been implemented alongside many general UI updates. The heavy-hitting heroes of Warhammer 40,000: Regicide have seen updated animations for many sequence-effects with a wide range of sparks, blood and impacts now keyed to objective sources. Almost a hundred new or improved sound effects provide an additional crunch to the visual update. Warhammer 40,000: Regicide’s game servers have also been completely overhauled to facilitate live multiplayer matches. Asynchronous play options remain available for custom challenges against friends.

New multiplayer functionality allow players to:

choose their starting board side
easily challenge friends to quick battles, directly from their Friends list
claim victory when opponents leave (forfeit) Live matches

5.11 Tactical Multicam TDU Pants Review

2015/06/28

Jerry Paxton

Action Sports, Airsoft News, Airsoft Reviews, Articles, News, Reviews

Getting a good pair of tactical pants to wear while playing airsoft in rugged terrain is very important. We often play in environments replete with hazards that could cut your legs up. There are a huge number of factors that go into a comfortable pair of pants that hold up while you are running and gunning, climbing and ducking, and crawling around in the dirt. The pair of pants we are looking at in this article are the 5.11 Tactical MultiCam TDUs.

The Tactical Dress Uniform, or “TDU”, pant is 5.11 Tactical’s enhanced take on the traditional Battle Dress Uniform, or “BDU”, pants. Their TDU pants feature several enhancements over the BDU – such as cargo pockets with velcro closures, larger belt loops, zipper fly, as well as water resistant material. Even cooler still is that 5.11 Tactical has built in pouches on each TDU pant leg’s knee area to pop in some knee pads! I hate the feeling of sweat and heat that builds up around my knees when wearing external pads. Being able to insert a pad directly into the pant leg is so much more comfortable. It allows more airflow throughout the entire pant leg and makes for a less sweaty wearing experience.

Wearing the pants is generally comfortable – especially when considering the self-adjusting tunnel waistband. It allows for some give when the user breathes and, well, if the user is a bit more stout around the mid-section than they let on. The MultiCam pattern is true Crye Precision MultiCam and the overall stitching is excellent.

The biggest complaint I have with the MultiCam TDU pants is that the material doesn’t have a lot of stretch in it. This means that you may consider buying a size larger if you have a lot of “junk” in your proverbial “trunk”. This is most noticed when going from a standing to a squatting or kneeling position. The pants pull a lot on the stress points. Of course, that rigidity also helps protect you, but it comes at a price.

In terms of pricing, the 5.11 Tactical MultiCam TDU pants have a reasonable MSRP of $80.99. In contrast, LBX Tactical’s MultiCam pants run about $14 dollars more than the 5.11 Tactical pants and are not nearly as feature-filled. I had the chance to wear the 5.11 Tactical MultiCam TDU pants for several airsoft games when I first received them and found the support and function to be terrific. A couple times since, I have even left my chest rig (with its M4 style magazine pouches) at home and played some games keeping one high cap magazine in each cargo pocket. The elastic strap in the pockets keep the magazines right side up for easier indexing.

[ezcol_1half]What Is Great

Comfortable, self-adjusting waist band
Built in knee pad pouches
Elastic in cargo pants hold magazines

[/ezcol_1half] [ezcol_1half_end]What Isn’t

Fabric doesn’t have a lot of “give” in it

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Overall, the 5.11 Tactical MultiCam TDU pants score a 4 out of 5 stars in our rating scale. They are very durable and I love the self-adjusting tunnel waistband. I would have liked to see them use a slightly more stretchy fabric to accommodate quick movements into squatting and kneeling positions by the operator. They retail for $80.99 at 5.11 Tactical’s official website are are available now. I like these pants so much, I have purchased a second pair in another color pattern!

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MTV Announces San Diego Comic-Con Panels

2015/06/26

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, SDCC

Santa Monica, CA (June 25, 2015) – MTV will take San Diego Comic-Con by storm with the return of Comic-Con favorite and hit drama series “Teen Wolf” for the sixth time and convention debuts of highly-anticipated shows “Scream: The TV Series” and “The Shannara Chronicles.”

For the first time in network history, MTV will be on-the-ground with its own branded booth, giving fans an all-new interactive experience when they hit the floor of the San Diego Convention Center. Fans will be treated to exclusive swag and the opportunity to meet and get autographs from a slew of MTV talent set to stop by.

In addition, MTV will once again sponsor the SDCC wi-fi. Attendees can log on to the site for a full schedule of MTV events.

Below is the schedule of panels and press rooms. The signing schedule for the MTV booth will be announced via the wi-fi splash page.

Thursday, July 9

“Teen Wolf” 5:00 – 6:00 PM

Famed Director/Writer and Actor Kevin Smith will moderate the panel discussion and fan Q & A with cast members Tyler Posey, Dylan O’Brien, Holland Roden, Shelley Hennig, Dylan Sprayberry, Cody Christian and Executive Producer Jeff Davis as they discuss the current season and share an all new Comic-Con exclusive trailer.

Location: Ballroom 20

“MTV Fandom Fest” and “Fandom Awards” 7:00 – 10:45 PM

Tyler Posey (“Teen Wolf”) and Bella Thorne (“Scream”) will host the second annual “MTV Fandom Awards,” which honors diehard fans whose excitement has pushed movies, TV shows, books and comics from subculture to mainstream worldwide success in the past year. All Comic-Con badge holders are welcome to join the “MTV Fandom Fest” party at Petco Park, featuring food, drinks, games and giveaways, on Thursday, July 9 beginning at 7:00pm PT and leading into the 8:00 p.m. PT taping of the “MTV Fandom Awards Special,” which premieres Sunday, July 12 at 8 p.m. ET/PT on MTV. Fans can vote at FandomAwards.MTV.com through July 8 at 6 p.m. ET.

Location: Petco Park

Friday, July 10

“The Shannara Chronicles” 12:30-1:30 PM

MTV will introduce fans to the world of “Shannara” when author and series Executive Producer, Terry Brooks, joins stars Poppy Drayton, Austin Butler, Ivana Baquero, John Rhys Davies and Manu Bennett along with Executive Producers Al Gough and Miles Millar. Attendees will bear first witness to a first look trailer of the highly anticipated new series and be able to participate in a Q & A with the panelists. Damian Holbrook, Senior Writer from TV Guide Magazine will moderate.

Location: Room 6DE

“Scream: The TV Series” 4:30 – 5:30 PM

MTV’s latest series will “Scream” into San Diego when cast members Bella Thorne, Willa Fitzgerald, Bex Taylor-Klaus, Carlson Young, Amadeus Serafini, John Karna, Connor Weil, Tracy Middendorf and Jason Wiles, along with series Executive Producers Jaime Paglia and Jill Blotevogel, debut an all new mid-season trailer, followed by discussion and Q&A moderated by Buzzfeed Senior Editor, Jarett Weiselman.

Location: Room 5AB

Factory Entertainment Announces Shatner and Exclusives for San Diego Comic-Con

2015/06/26

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, SDCC

June 26, 2015 — Factory Entertainment has some very exciting stuff happening at its San Diego Comic-Con booth (#2647) this year! In addition to the following EXCLUSIVE, highly-detailed, LIMITED EDITION collectibles based on today’s hottest properties, William Shatner (formerly Captain Kirk of Star Trek) will be at the booth on Saturday July 11th at 5:00 PM PDT, signing convention-exclusive prints featuring artwork from his graphic novel MAN O’ WAR. MAN O’ WAR is the first of a new series of Cinematic Graphic Novels produced by LNL Partners and distributed by Panelfly. Hope to see you there!

Batman – 1966 TV Series Dynamic Duo Color Monolith™ 2015 Convention Exclusive

Factory Entertainment’s Dynamic Duo™ Monolith™, features highly detailed likenesses of Batman and Robin, as portrayed by Adam West and Burt Ward, sculpted in polystone and individually hand-finished! This Convention Exclusive variant features our heroes in full color and is sure to please fans old and new! Limited to 200 pieces. Available at San Diego Comic Con, Booth # 2647 July 8 – 12, 2015 or preorder on online at http://goo.gl/znizsY. While supplies last.

George R.R. Martin – Deluxe Talking Plush Signature Edition 2015 Convention Exclusive

George R.R. Martin may not be attending San Diego Comic-Con this year, but with help from Factory Entertainment, you can experience the next best thing! Adorned in armor and wielding a battle-axe, George has never been more prepared to kill off your favorite character! Our Convention Exclusive Deluxe Talking Plush Signature Edition features 10 audio quotes recorded exclusively for it by Mr. Martin himself and comes with a numbered limited edition collector card hand-signed by George! Limited to 500 pieces. Available at San Diego Comic Con, Booth # 2647 July 8 – 12, 2015 or preorder on online at http://goo.gl/znizsY. While supplies last.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Monochrome Raphael Sai Prop Replica Signature Edition 2015 Convention Exclusive

Raphael is a hothead, the most opinionated, impulsive and restless Ninja Turtle. Raph’s weapon of choice is a pair of sai, short swords which are traditional martial arts weapons. Growing up as fans of the ‘80s TMNT show, the artisans at Factory Entertainment wanted to create a museum quality realization of Raphael’s signature weapons suitable for “mature” collectors who still want to celebrate their Turtle Power! Each sai is cast from solid metal that has been chrome-plated and features a leather wrapped handle and brass-alloy pommel. The exclusive is limited to 100 pieces, each of which has been hand-signed by TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman. Available at San Diego Comic Con, Booth # 2647 July 8 – 12, 2015 or preorder on online at http://goo.gl/znizsY. While supplies last.

Game Of Thrones – Direwolf Cub 6 Inch Plush Box Set 2015 Convention Exclusive

Comic-Con is coming and so is our Direwolf Cub Plush set! As seen on the smash hit show, Game of Thrones, the children of House Stark discovered and adopted a litter of direwolf cubs, with each child paired to a distinct animal that he or she raised. While they eventually grew to become fearsome guardians of the Starks and Jon Snow, our Convention Exclusive box set honors three of those loyal companions as the adorable cubs they started out as. Featuring Ghost, Nymeria and Grey Wind, these 6” tall direwolf cubs are ready to join you on any adventure through Westeros and beyond! Limited to 1500 pieces. Available at San Diego Comic Con, Booth # 2647 July 8 – 12, 2015 or preorder on online at http://goo.gl/znizsY. While supplies last.

Sterling Archer Head Pillow from the animated TV show, Archer

Can’t wait until 2016 to get your next Archer fix? No problem—just bring home our Convention Exclusive Sterling Archer Head Pillow and the world’s snarkiest spy can keep you company through the summer rerun season. This large, soft pillow makes the perfect accessory to any couch, bed or interrogation cell. Limited to 500 pieces. Available at San Diego Comic Con, Booth # 2647 July 8 – 12, 2015 or preorder on online at http://goo.gl/znizsY. While supplies last.

Archer – Pam’s Dolphin Keychain 2015 Convention Exclusive

Conduct HR mediations on the go! This Convention Exclusive keychain / finger-puppet is shaped like the lovely Pam Poovey‘s famous dolphin puppet (in stunning, fan-favorite blue) and will be the ideal addition to any Archer collection. Pam carries one—why not you? Available at San Diego Comic Con, Booth # 2647 July 8 – 12, 2015 or preorder on online at http://goo.gl/znizsY. While supplies last.

SWAT – Alien Blood Butcher Knife 2015 Convention Exclusive

Is an alien species preparing for an intergalactic attack on our planet? Perhaps they already walk among us, merely observing and reporting until orders of global domination are received. Maybe you need something to help you fight off those Comic-Con crowds? Factory Entertainment isn’t taking any chances and neither should you! Arm yourself with our Convention Exclusive SWAT™ (Soft Weapons and Tactics roleplay/cosplay Butcher Knife. Intended for close range combat, the Butcher Knife’s sharp, “snikt” delights as it fends off those who seek to chomp, “BRAAAAAINS!” Given that it’s spattered with green “alien goo”, each knife comes in a custom biohazard bag. Limited to 500 pieces. Available at San Diego Comic Con, Booth # 2647 July 8 – 12, 2015 or preorder on online at http://goo.gl/znizsY. While supplies last.

Six Flags Great Adventure Announces Batman: The Ride Going Backwards in July

2015/06/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

JACKSON, NJ — June 25, 2015 — Six Flags Great Adventure, the world’s largest theme park, unveils a second thrilling roller coaster experience for 2015 as it flips one of its most innovative and adrenaline-charged coasters backwards for a limited time.

BATMAN™: The Ride becomes even more intense as it undergoes a gravity-defying role reversal from July 4^th weekend to Labor Day weekend. Guests can dare to take on an all-new experience on the world-famous suspended, looping coaster when its chair lift-style train is flipped 180 degrees on the track.

BATMAN™: The Ride Backwards Fast Facts:

Soar backwards, chair-lift style (beneath the track)
50-mph juggernaut
Five gut-wrenching inversions guests never see coming
2,700 feet of twisted track

Since opening in 1993, BATMAN™: The Ride has given more than 27 million thrilling rides and reigns as one of the most popular roller coasters in the world.

“The ride’s intensity is ratcheted way up,” said John Fitzgerald, Six Flags Great Adventure president. “Thrill seekers will not want to miss this limited-time opportunity to put their inner ‘super hero’ to the test.”

Tickets, operating hours, park information and special events can be found at www.sixflags.com/greatadventure

Nerdist Announces Conival and More for San Diego Comic-Con

2015/06/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, SDCC

JUNE 25, 2015 – Burbank, CA – The Nerdist Conival will be home to all manner of robots, wizards, scientists, ninjas and nerds as Chris Hardwick’s Nerdist Industries, Felicia Day’s Geek & Sundry, and Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls are bringing their own festival to Comic-Con.

That pew-pew-pewing you hear off in the distance? That can only be one thing: the epic return of Laser Tag to San Diego Comic-Con. This year Nerdist Industries, the multi-platform creator of genre and pop-culture content, is teaming up with 2K and Gearbox Software for Battleborn™ Laser Tag at Petco Park. What better way to celebrate the all-new shooter from the creators of Borderlands than by raining laser fire down upon your friends? Free to the public, Battleborn Laser Tag will let two teams go head-to-head to prove who the biggest badass of all is. And after you’re done pew-pewing your friends, team up with them and play Battleborn’s five-player co-operative story mode, featuring 10 of the 25 outlandish characters coming in the game this winter!

Looking to do battle in a manner that’s less clumsy than a blaster? Trial by combat in a more civilized age called for The Joust. Geek & Sundry is happy to answer the call with its own twist on medieval chicken. The G&S games don’t stop there. A TableTop area will have game demos and open play for gamers who love analog and digital gaming.

Want to make art, not war? Amy Poehler’s Smart Girls will restore your calm with art and look to the future with the power of STEM. Create a unique piece of art as a keepsake from the big show and learn how teens are coming together to build amazing robots with Meredith Walker and our resident Smarties.

Is your journey to San Diego all about seeing stars? There will be plenty of star gazing to be had at The Nerdist Conival with four full days of live interviews featuring nerd luminaries Felicia Day, Wil Wheaton, Nathan Fillion, Alan Tudyk, and Daniel Radcliffe, plus the casts of upcoming shows like “Colony” with Josh Holloway, films like Legendary Pictures’ WARCRAFT and so many more. See the full interview schedule on Nerdist.com: http://nerdist.com/comic-con-2015-the-nerdist-conival-battleborn-laser-tag-panel-schedules-and-more/

The Nerdist Conival will also be home to special signings with guests like Eli Roth, Thrilling Adventure Hour, Chris Hardwick, and Felicia Day. Lord Frieza has returned and is accepting recruits to join his army in an epic battle against Goku. Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection ‘F’ is bringing power levels above 9000. With giveaways, special photo stations, food and a who’s who of Comic-Con celebrities, you’ll find you won’t be the only person that wants to run away with this Conival.

The Nerdist Conival with Geek & Sundry and Smart Girls will be open 11am-5pm Thursday, July 9th through Sunday July 12th. You can stay up to date on all of the excitement by using #CONIVAL on social media throughout the weekend.

In addition to visiting us at The Nerdist Conival, be sure to check out our full lineup of official Comic-Con Panels:

Thursday, 7/9/15

Geek & Sundry Presents w/ Felicia Day

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Indigo Ballroom

Geek & Sundry Trivia Game: How Geeky Are You?

7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Room 23ABC

Nerdist Gaming w/ Malik Forté & Jessica Chobot

9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Room 23ABC

Friday, 7/10/15

Nerdist Music w/ MegaRan and Paul & Storm

12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m.

Horton Grand Theatre

Nerdist’s Bizarre States w/ Jessica Chobot and Andrew Bowser

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Horton Grand Theatre

Nerdist Podcast Network Podcast Jam w/ Jonah Ray, Pete Holmes, Kumail Nanjiani, Emily Gordon, and Sandra Daugherty

4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Horton Grand Theatre

Nerdist News w/ Jessica Chobot

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Room 23ABC

Nerdist Science w/ Kyle Hill

9:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Room 23ABC

Saturday, 7/11/15

Nerdist Industries w/ Chris Hardwick

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Indigo Ballroom

Nerdist Presents The Hive

3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Horton Grand Theatre

Tesoro Announces The Thyrsus Optical Gaming Mouse

2015/06/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News

June 25, 2015, Milpitas CA, USA – Tesoro Technology USA Inc., a manufacturer of high-tech gaming peripherals, announces the Thyrsus optical gaming mouse. Named after the staff of Dionysus, the Thyrsus features comfortable, ergonomic design, a high-precision optical sensor, and 6 fully programmable thumb buttons for MMO and MOBA games.

6 Programmable Thumb Buttons for Macro Control

Instead of the ordinary 1 or 2 thumb buttons, the Tesoro Thyrsus has 6 buttons positioned for thumb control, making a total of 10 fully independent and programmable buttons. The 64Kb of onboard memory allows users to configure up to 5 gaming profiles, 35 macro keys and 1600 recordable actions. The Tesoro Thyrsus is easy to control in the new, specifically designed software. Gamers can adjust the DPI, polling rate up to 1000Hz, and the multicolor LED illumination as well as program the 6 thumb buttons.

Comfortable and Confident Control

Omron switch technology gives the Thyrsus added durability, tactile feedback and satisfying clicks. The ergonomic design and rubberized coating on both sides give maximum comfort and grip. Gamers can pick from 6 levels of sensitivity adjustable up to 8200dpi. Accuracy is assured with 150 ips (inches per second) motion detection and 30g acceleration. A braided, 2 meter gold-plated USB cable lends added durability and prevents fraying.

New Tesoro User Interface (UI)

The Thyrsus utilizes Tesoro’s new UI which has been redesigned to be more user-friendly. Gamers can easily adjust the DPI, record macros, set profiles, and change the illumination color.

Technical specifications:

10 million click duty cycle Omron switches
6 levels of sensitivity adjustable up to 8200 dpi
64 KB Built-in Memory
6 fully programmable thumb buttons for MMO/MOBA
Total of 10 fully programmable keys
Full speed processor with 1000 Hz polling rate
Customizable multicolor lighting
Soft-touch finished surface
2 meter braided cable with gold plated USB plug
150 ips (Inches per Second) motion detection and 30 g acceleration
New TESORO Thyrsus Software
Model number: TS-H8L

MSRP and Availability

The Tesoro Thyrsus will be available this August in North America for the suggested retail price of $ 69.

Product photos and detailed specs are available at:

http://www.tesorotec.com/Thyrsus/

About Tesoro Technology USA Inc.

Established in 2011, Tesoro Technology USA Inc is a team of multinational gaming enthusiasts with over 30 years industry experience with one objective – make ultra-durable products that give the best gaming experience. To achieve this, Tesoro conceptualizes products from the input and feedback from the gaming community, and then builds them using the highest grade components. As a gamers company, Tesoro continues to expand into new horizons and push the limit further with each product unveiling. To learn more visit Tesoro’s website: http://www.tesorotec.com.

EA Sports NHL 16 Reveals Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane as Cover Athletes

2015/06/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 3 News, PlayStation 4 News, Xbox 360 News, Xbox One News

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., – June 24, 2015 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA), the National Hockey League (NHL®) and the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) announced today during the 2015 NHL Awards™ that three-time Stanley Cup® Champions Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane from the Chicago Blackhawks® will both appear on the cover of EA SPORTS™ NHL^®16. This marks the first time in franchise history that the cover has featured two teammates as well as the Stanley Cup trophy. Kane and Toews are also the only athletes to appear on an EA SPORTS™ NHL cover twice. The duo spotlight embodies the spirit of NHL 16, where you’ll play together and win together.

“I’m honored to not only share the Stanley Cup Championship with Patrick, but to share the EA SPORTS NHL 16 cover with him too,” said Toews. “Our team’s passion and dedication have made this all possible – and I’m sure fans will be fired up about it.”

“Being teamed up with Jonathan for the NHL 16 cover is a great feeling,” said Kane. “I never would have imagined being on the cover twice, and the fact this is happening on top of our team taking home the Cup is unreal.”

“Congratulations to both players; they are a perfect fit for this honor,” said Dave McCarthy, NHL Vice President of Consumer Products Marketing. “What the Chicago Blackhawks have been able to accomplish in the last six years has been nothing short of remarkable and I’m excited that this year’s NHL 16 cover will reflect the spirit of teamwork.”

‎”We would like to congratulate Jonathan Toews and Patrick Kane on this well-deserved honor of being chosen as the duo cover athletes,” said Adam Larry, NHLPA Director of Licensing and Associate Counsel. “Hockey fans show great passion and interest in the EA SPORTSvideo game franchise each year, and they will be pleased to see these two outstanding teammates grace the cover of NHL 16.”

Built with more fan feedback and insights than ever before, NHL 16 delivers your most requested features and modes along with new experiences that make NHL 16 bigger and better. With new levels of depth across single player and team modes, combined with improved gameplay balance and innovation as well as new tools to help you play at your highest level, NHL 16 lets you play together and win together.

NHL 16 hits store shelves on September 15, 2015 in North America and September 17, 2015 in Europe for Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PlayStation^®4. EA SPORTS™ NHL® Legacy Edition brings together the most popular modes and award-winning gameplay features from nine years of NHL hockey and will be available for the Xbox 360^® video game and entertainment system, and the PlayStation^®3 computer entertainment system. Become a fan of EA SPORTS NHL® on Facebook and follow us on Twitter.

Shout! Factory Reveals Huge Events for 2015 San Diego Comic-Con

2015/06/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, SDCC

June 24, 2015 — Now a mainstay at San Diego Comic-Con International, Shout! Factory returns to the convention in 2015 with a dynamic line-up sure to delight pop culture enthusiasts of all ages. Shout! Factory is a leading multi-platform entertainment company, and its Comic-Con offerings, which span its popular Shout! Factory, Shout! Kids and Scream Factory™ brands, are sure to please devoted fans of popular home entertainment properties, collectors and pop culture enthusiasts alike. This year, Shout! Factory unveils an exciting panel event, new home entertainment products, Comic-Con exclusives and engaging booth activities. Fans and attendees are invited to join in on the excitement at the Shout! Factory booth (#4118) on the main convention floor.

Convention attendees who are genre and horror film buffs, obscure franchise fanatics, animation aficionados, fans of retro television or who just have a penchant for pop culture entertainment will not want to miss this year’s panel event: An Inside Look at Shout! Factory, Shout! Kids, Scream Factory and Shout! Factory TV on Friday, July 10^th, at 7:30 pm in Room 24ABC. Join Brian Ward (BD/DVD producer), Melissa Boag (vice-president, Shout! Factory Kids), and Jeff Nelson (senior marketing director, Scream Factory) as they give you an exclusive sneak peak at upcoming Blu-ray and DVD collector’s editions and make some very special announcements. This fan-driven event featuring lively discussion and a Q&A is moderated by Eric Goldman (executive editor at IGN).

Shout! Factory Booth (#4118) and the studio’s Shout! Factory Store, located in the Shout! Factory booth, will once again be essential destinations on the convention center floor. Showcasing highly anticipated current and upcoming offerings from Shout! Factory’s most popular brands, the booth also features convention exclusives, an autograph signing, interactive fan activities including a green screen photo booth, daily sweepstakes giveaways and much more.

For continuing updates on Shout! Factory’s Comic-Con activities and news, please follow us on Twitter @ShoutFactory, on Instagram @shoutfactory, and the studio’s official Facebook pagewww.facebook.com/shoutfactoryofficial.

SHOUT! FACTORY BOOTH (#4118) HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

The Shout! Factory Green Screen Photo Booth: During all convention hours Thursday through Sunday, commemorate your SDCC experience with a free digital photo at our photo booth! FromMST3K to Scream Factory, My Little Pony to Power Rangers, we’ve got a backdrop to fit your fandom! Once we’ve snapped your picture and you’ve chosen your background, you can share your photo digitally via the social media platform of your choice.

Kaiju Scavenger Hunt:

To celebrate the upcoming The Kaiju Movie Marathon, Shout! Factory TV is teaming with Famous Monsters Magazine (booth #1507) for a kaiju scavenger hunt! Visit both booths to collect each half of a special postcard, and then turn in the completed postcard at either Shout! Factory’s or Famous Monster’s booth to collect your limited-edition Godzilla poster!

My Little Pony Costume Contest: Is your My Little Pony cosplay so good even Rarity would be impressed? Come show us! If you are dressed as a My Little Pony character, come to the Shout! Factory booth (#4118) and have your picture taken in the green-screen photo booth to enter. Each day (Thursday– Sunday) one winner will be selected to receive a $100 Amex gift card. The grand prize winner a $150 Amex gift card PLUS an entire set of EVERY My Little Pony release by Shout! Kids! No purchase necessary. Rules and restrictions apply.

Comic-Con Exclusives!

Scream Factory’s highly sought-after button packs are back! Stop by the Shout! Factory booth (#4118) for your FREE 2015 Scream Factory Button Pack

Excited for the My Little Pony: Equestria Girls-Friendship Games later this year? Stop by our booth to get your FREE, exclusive My Little Pony: Equestria Girls-Friendship Games Button (while supplies last).

We’re also giving away other Shout! Factory goodies, including Shout! Factory cloth shopping bags and Shout! Factory TV screen wipes.

Schedule Of Shout! Factory Events At Comic-Con International 2015

Wednesday, July 8^th

Preview Night

Thursday July 9^th

12 p.m. Power Rangers appearance at Shout! Factory booth #4118.

All Day My Little Pony Costume Contest at the Shout! Factory booth #4118.

All Day Shout! Factory Green Screen Photo Booth

Friday July 10^th

1 p.m. Meet Samantha Newark (original speaking voices of Jem and Jerrica in

Jem and the Holograms) Special signing with SDCC exclusive posters

at the Shout! Factory booth.

7:30 p.m. Panel: An Inside Look at Shout! Factory, Shout! Kids,

Scream Factory and Shout! Factory TV

Room 24ABC, Convention Center

All Day My Little Pony Costume Contest at the Shout! Factory booth #4118.

All Day Shout! Factory Green Screen Photo Booth

Saturday July 11^th

12 p.m. Power Rangers appearance at Shout! Factory booth #4118.

All Day My Little Pony Costume Contest at the Shout! Factory booth #4118.

All Day Shout! Factory Green Screen Photo Booth

Sunday July 12^th

9:30 a.m. – Shout! Factory Green Screen Photo Booth

3 p.m.

All Day My Little Pony Costume Contest at the Shout! Factory booth #4118.

Shout! Factory, Shout! Kids And Scream Factory Home Entertainment

Highlights For SDCC 2015

The Last Unicorn: The Enchanted Edition (BR/DVD/Digital Combo Pack)

One of the most beloved fantasy films of all-time, The Last Unicorn has enraptured generations of fans with its poetic tale of a brave unicorn’s journey through a mystic land seeking others of her kind. Showcasing the latest hi-definition restoration of the uncut film, endorsed by Peter S. Beagle, The Last Unicorn: The Enchanted Edition is brought to life with exquisite detail never before seen, to ensure the most satisfying film viewing experience for all fans, old and young alike. The release also comes loaded with brand new bonus features, including an audio commentary with Peter S. Beagle, Michael Chase Walker, Connor Cochran, Terri Kempton and Travis Ashmore; “Highlights from The Last UnicornWorldwide Screening Tour with Peter S. Beagle,” the featurette True Magic: The Story of The Last Unicorn, and animated storyboards, as well as the original theatrical trailer.

Dog Soldiers Collector’s Edition (Blu-ray + DVD Combo Pack)

Six Men. Full Moon. No Chance. The terrifying thriller Dog Soldiers gets the Scream Factory treatment with a Collector’s Edition Blu-ray + DVD Combo Pack. Dog Soldiers features a new 2k scan HD transfer supervised and approved by director Neil Marshall and comes loaded with brand-new bonus features, including an audio commentary with director Neil Marshall, a look at the model of the sets created by production designer Simon Bowles and the featurette The Making of ‘Dog Soldiers’, featuring new interviews with director Neil Marshall, producers Christopher Figg and Keith Bell, actors Kevin McKidd, Sean Pertwee, Darren Morfitt, Leslie Simpson and Emma Cleasby, special effects artist Bob Keen, special effects supervisor/creature designer Dave Bonneywell, production designer Simon Bowles and director of photography Sam McCurdy. Dog Soldiers also includes Neil Marshall’s short film Combat, theatrical trailers, and a still gallery.

MST3K: Volume XXXIII (DVD)

This summer you can get your kicks with the cool cats on the Satellite of Love, in orbit with some of the cheesiest movies ever made. Don’t be a square, it’ll be a gas! On July 28th, 2015, Shout! Factory will release Mystery Science Theater 3000: Volume XXXIII, featuring four episodes never before on DVD: Daddy-O, Earth vs. the Spider, Teen-Age Crime Wave and Agent For H.A.R.M. The set also includes a bevy of brand-new bonus features including the featurettes Beatnick Blues: Investigating ‘Daddy-O’, This Movie Has Legs: Looking Back at ‘Earth Vs. The Spider’ and Film It Again, Sam: The Katzman Chronicles; interviews Tommy Cook: From Jungle Boy To Teenage Jungle and Peter Mark Richman: In H.A.R.M.’s Way, MST hour wraps, theatrical trailers and four exclusive Mini Posters by artist Steve Vance.

Thunderbirds: The Complete Series (Blu-ray)

In 5…4…3…2…1…Thunderbirds are GO! Available for the first time on Blu-ray, the re-mastered high-definition transfer showcases Gerry Anderson’s visionary Supermarionation technique in exquisite detail never before seen, and promises audiences of all ages an outstanding showcase of thrills, action, and adventure with no (okay, maybe some) strings attached. Featuring all 32 episodes of the popular science-fiction series in a 6 BR set, Thunderbirds: The Complete Series also includes the documentary “Launching Thunderbirds”, which includes a never before seen interview with Gerry Anderson, and a vintage publicity brochure as bonus features.

Nightbreed: The Director’s Cut [Limited Edition] (Blu-ray)

After 25 years, fans and horror enthusiasts can finally experience NIGHTBREED like never before! Scream Factory, in conjunction with Warner Bros., was able to find the long-thought-missing original film elements and combed through over 600 boxes to locate not only the lost scenes but a treasure trove of never-before-seen footage as well. With lost footage meticulously restored, the result is not only a more faithful adaptation of Clive Barker’s book Cabal, but also what he originally intended NIGHTBREED to be. This three disc, extremely limited set contains the new director’s cut, the theatrical cut, and is loaded with brand new bonus features.

The Decline Of Western Civilization Collection (Blu-ray)

The highly-celebrated and long-awaited trilogy known as The Decline Of Western Civilization will receive a deluxe box set release. The 4-disc set contains Penelope Spheeris’ The Decline Of Western Civilization (1980), The Decline Of Western Civilization Part II : The Metal Years (1988), and The Decline Of Western Civilization Part III (1998), a 40-page book containing an essay written by rock historian Domenic Priore (Riot on Sunset Strip: Rock ‘n’ Roll’s Last Stand in Hollywood), rare stills, and bonus features including extended interviews, a commentary recorded by Dave Grohl in February 2015, and more. This is the first ever official Blu-ray or DVD release of the films.

Hackers: 20^th Anniversary Edition (Blu-ray with poster)

Hack the planet! A highly stylized cyberpunk exploitation fantasy, Hackers is a joyous ride through ‘90s cyberpunk subculture. The Hackers: 20^th Anniversary Edition also includes the brand new bonus feature The Keyboard Cowboys – a 3-part documentary looking back at Hackers including all-new interviews with director Iain Softley, cast members Fisher Stevens, Matthew Lillard and Penn Jillette, visual effects artist Peter Chiang, wardrobe designer Roger Burton, hacking consultants Nicholas Jarecki and Emmanuel Goldstein and film critic Mark Kermode.

The People Under the Stairs (Blu-ray with poster)

In horror master Wes Craven’s The People Under The Stairs, a young boy is trapped inside the fortified home owned by a mysterious couple. Suddenly thrust into a nightmare, he quickly learns the true nature of the house’s homicidal inhabitants and the secret creatures hidden deep within the house. The People Under The Stairs comes loaded with bonus features, including Audio Commentary with writer/director Wes Craven, Audio Commentary with actors Brandon Adams, A.J. Langer, Sean Whalen, and Yan Birch, House Mother – an interview with actress Wendy Robie, What Lies Beneath – interviews with special make-up effects Artists Greg Nicotero, Howard Berger and Robert Kurtzman, House of Horrors – an interview with director of photography Sandi Sissel, Settling The Score – an interview with composer Don Peake and much more!

Wyrmood: Road of the Dead (Blu-Ray)

In the aftermath of a comet breaking up over Earth, most of the planet’s population quickly succumbs to a strange disease which turns them into “zombies.” Few survive, and those who do, quickly discover all existing fuel sources have been rendered useless by the plague. A raucous, blood-soaked post-apocalyptic epic filled with inspired vehicular mayhem and unrestrained gore, Wyrmood: Road of the Dead is one of the most wildly entertaining genre films in years. This critically-acclaimed rambunctious adventure comes loaded with bonus features, including an audio commentary with the Roache-Turner Brothers, the featurette The Wyrmdiaries: Behind the Scenes of WYRMWOOD, Crowdfunding Videos: Wyrmwood Production Pitch, deleted scenes, a seven minute teaser scene, a gallery of storyboards by the director and the theatrical trailer.

Robot Jox (Blu-Ray)

In the distant future, mankind has forsaken global wars for battles of single combat. The world has been divided into two opposing super powers, with each side represented by trained champions. Their weapons are huge robotic machines, capable of battle on land, sea and in the air. From celebrated director Stuart Gordon (Re-Animator, From Beyond) and executive producer Charles Band comes ROBOT JOX, a riveting sci-fi action adventure. Arriving for the first time on Blu-ray, this highly-anticipated release contains insightful bonus content, including new interview with actor Paul Koslo, audio commentary, behind-the-scene footage and much more.

Howling II: Your Sister Is A Werewolf (Blu-Ray)

After countless millennia of watching, waiting and stalking, the unholy creatures known as werewolves are poised to inherit the earth. Legendary horror icon Christopher Lee (The Lord of the Rings, Count Dracula) faces off against sexy cult favorite Sybil Danning (Battle Beyond the Stars, Chained Heat, Grindhouse) in this terrifying descent into a world of nightmares that turns out to be all too real! This high-anticipated release contains extensive bonus content, including all-new interviews with actor Reb Brown, actress Sybil Danning, special make-up effects artists Steve Johnson and Scott Wheeler, audio commentary, behind-the-scenes footage and much more.

I, Madman (Blu-ray)

After a spine-tingling paperback catches the imagination of bookstore clerk Virginia, she seeks out the author’s second book, I, Madman. But once she opens the cover, its eerie tale of obsessive love comes to life, catapulting a disfigured, scalpel-wielding killer from the world of fiction onto the streets of Hollywood with one demented goal: to win Virginia’s love, one murder at a time! Arriving for the first time on Blu-ray, this long-awaited release contains insightful bonus content, including interviews with director Tibor Takacs, actor & artistic supervisor Randall William Cook, screenwriter David Chaskin, actor Clayton Rohner and actress Stephanie Hodge, behind-the-scene footage, audio commentary and much more.

Michael Jordan the NBA 2K16 Special Edition Cover Athlete

2015/06/24

Jerry Paxton

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

2K Sports NBA 2K16 Basketball Box Art Xbox One

New York, NY – June 24, 2015 – 2K today announced that NBA 2K16 will feature Michael Jordan on the cover of this year’s Special Edition. The next iteration of the NBA video game simulation series that’s been top-rated for the last 15 years*, will celebrate Jordan’s Hall of Fame legacy and give fans even more options to customize their in-game experience.

Gamers that pre-order the Special Edition will receive NBA 2K16 on Friday, September 25, four days before the standard launch, along with memorabilia and other in-game content, including:

Jordan NBA 2K16 Poster;
Jordan Fathead® Wall Cling;
Digital Jordan shoes for your MyPLAYER;
Digital Jordan T-shirt for your MyPLAYER;
Digital Jordan jersey for your MyPLAYER;
30,000 Virtual Currency;
MyTEAM VIP+:
- 3 Emerald Packs AND a new Special Edition Exclusive Moments Card.

Jordan’s appearance on NBA 2K16 marks the third NBA 2K cover appearance for the 14-time NBA All-Star, six-time NBA World Champion, five-time NBA Most Valuable Player and NBA Hall of Fame inductee.

“I’m excited about this year’s NBA 2K’s Special Edition,” said Michael Jordan. “NBA 2K16 allows gamers young and old to not only experience and re-create some of my greatest moments on the basketball court but also customize their players with Jordan shoes and apparel.”

The NBA 2K16 Michael Jordan Special Edition will be available in both digital and physical formats for $79.99 on PlayStation^®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One.

2K previously announced that three of the NBA’s top superstars will be making their cover debuts on the standard edition of NBA 2K16: Golden State Warriors’ Stephen Curry, Houston Rockets’ James Harden and New Orleans Pelicans’ Anthony Davis. The game will also highlight an all-new MyCAREER mode that was written and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee.

Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K16 is not yet rated by the ESRB. NBA 2K16 will be available for PlayStation^®4 system and PlayStation^®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox One and Xbox 360; and Windows PC platforms on September 29, 2015.

Fans can pre-order NBA 2K16 at participating North American retail and online vendors, ensuring they receive their copy and in-game bonuses ahead of the game’s September 29 release date. While game covers will be distributed at random, each game box includes a foldable insert with all 3 individual cover athletes, ensuring the ability to insert the cover of their choice into the front of box.

Follow @NBA2K on social media and look for the hashtag #BeTheStory for the latest NBA 2K16 news.