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Ubisoft Unveils PAX West 2019 Plans

2019/08/23

SAN FRANCISCO — August 23, 2019 — Today, Ubisoft announced its plans for PAX West 2019. Fans attending PAX West in Seattle from August 30 to September 2 will have a chance to play select demos of Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon® Breakpoint, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six® Siege and Roller ChampionsTM at the Ubisoft booth (#605). In addition to the live demos, a Roller Champions tournament will take place Labor Day weekend, starting Saturday, August 31 through Monday, September 2.

Live demos of Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint at the Ubisoft booth give players the chance to discover Auroa, a mysterious island where the most technically advanced facilities meet wild and untamed nature. Home to tech giant Skell Technology, Auroa has fallen into the hands of the toughest enemy to date, the Wolves, a lethal ex–US Military unit of former Ghosts gone rogue. Fans can also see the newest map rework and operators for the upcoming Operation Ember Rise in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege. Finally, players can skate, pass, dodge and score points in front of a virtually packed arena in Roller Champions. Ubisoft is ready to take fans on these adventures throughout PAX West.

In addition to the live demos, the Roller Champions tournament is open to all interested players. From August 31 to September 2, a total of eight teams will compete each day. Prizes will be awarded to the first and second place finishers.

PAX West attendees can also sign up at the Ubisoft booth to access a free trial* of UPLAY+ that will run from September 3 to September 30. For the first time at PAX West, the Ubisoft Store will be open for fans to purchase merchandise and apparel featuring their favorite Ubisoft games.

*One free trial per Ubisoft Account from September 3 to 30, 2019. To begin free trial, you must provide a valid credit or debit card. You will be charged the full subscription price ($14.99 per month) upon expiration of the free trial on October 1, 2019, unless you cancel before 11:59 pm on September 30 – by visiting uplayplus.ubisoft.com. Additional terms and conditions apply including age and territorial restrictions; for more information please visit the FAQ at uplayplus.ubisoft.com. This is a promotional offer and is subject to change. Void where prohibited.

Flame Toys Transformers Skywarp and Drift Pre-Orders Available Now

2019/08/22

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Geek News, News

Anaheim, CA, August 22, 2019 – BANDAI NAMCO Collectibles (dba: Bluefin), a BANDAI NAMCO Group company and the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan and Asia, expands its product catalog for Fame Toys as it opens pre-orders for a pair of new Transformers Furai model kits.

Based on IDW’s Transformers acclaimed comic series, Flame Toys’ officially licensed releases of the Skywarp Furai model kit and Drift Furai model kit each deliver an eye-catching new addition to the personal collection of any ardent Transformers fan. Both kits (non-transforming) feature easy snap-together assembly and are rendered in ABS and PS plastic, which can be easily custom painted.

Skywarp and Drift are set for retail release in December and will be available from authorized Bluefin retailers nationwide and also from select leading online outlets. Bluefin is the official North American master distributor for Flame Toys.

Flame Toys Skywarp Furai Model Kit · MSRP $38.00 · Available December 2019

The 9^th Transformers FURAI MODEL kits presents Skywarp. Standing 6 inches tall, this modernized depiction of the Decepticon Seeker features realistic articulation with over 50 movable joints. The kit is made of hard plastic ABS & PS, which makes it ideal for expert builders to add their own custom paint. With different injection colors of runner parts and simple assembly design, this is also a kit that is great for beginners and experts alike.

Flame Toys Drift Furai Model Kit · MSRP $50.00 · Available December 2019

The long-awaited 10^th FURAI MODEL arrives with the release of Drift. Standing 6.1 inches, this new and excited model depicts the Autobot Drift as he is seen in the beloved IDW Transformers comic book series. Drift features over 50 points of articulation and can assume any pose with ease. The model is constructed from ABS and PS plastic which can be easily custom painted. The joints are rendered in soft plastic for stable, movable performance. Model parts come color molded so no painting is required making this model kit ideal for beginners and experts alike.

About BLUEFIN

BLUEFIN is a leading master and channel distributor of Japanese toys, collectibles, novelty and hobby products. The company’s extensive product line features a diverse and continually expanding catalog of high quality and popular collectibles from Asia. As a BANDAI NAMCO Group company, BLUEFIN distributes products in the U.S. for BANDAI / BANDAI SPIRITS Tamashii Nations, Hobby and Shokugan. The company’s array of brand offerings also includes products from Storm Collectibles, Mr. Hobby/GSI, SEN-TI-NEL and Flame Toys, for which the company is the North American exclusive distributor. BLUEFIN is also the official North American consumer products and retail development partner for Studio Ghibli. Additional company information is available at: https://bluefinbrands.com/

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Oninaki Launch Trailer

2019/08/22

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Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

LOS ANGELES (Aug. 22, 2019) – SQUARE ENIX® today announced that ONINAKI™, the latest action-RPG developed by the talented Tokyo RPG Factory™ team, is now available for the Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and STEAM®.

With supervision by Creative Producer Takashi Tokita (CHRONO TRIGGER®, Parasite Eve), ONINAKI depicts the story of Kagachi, a young Watcher whose duty is to usher Lost Souls into the next world. After meeting a mysterious girl named Linne, his fate becomes entwined with blood and death. Kagachi can unleash the powers of Daemons against his foes, using them to provide unique and powerful skills and abilities during gameplay.

With highly customizable skill trees for each Daemon, fast and engaging action-RPG gameplay mechanics and a mysterious, involving story, ONINAKI is set to take players to a whole new world where death is only the beginning.

ONINAKI is now available for the Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4 system and STEAM. A free playable demo for ONINAKI is also available for download for all three platforms. This title is rated T (Teen) by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB). For more information, visit: www.oninaki.com.

ROCCAT Unveils New PC Peripherals at Gamescom 2019

2019/08/21

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Geek News, News, Peripherals News

SAN DIEGO and COLOGNE, Germany, Aug. 20, 2019 — ROCCAT, Turtle Beach’s (Nasdaq: HEAR) Hamburg, Germany-based PC team, today revealed its latest PC accessories debuting for European fans at Gamescom 2019. First is ROCCAT’s Kain series of gaming mice featuring an all-new design with an innovative click-mechanism that registers the click signal up to 16 milliseconds faster than other mice, giving the Kain a speed advantage and letting players stay one click ahead of the competition. Additionally, ROCCAT introduces two new versions of its popular Vulcan mechanical keyboard. The Vulcan 121 AIMO is now available with a new switch alternative developed by ROCCAT, the Titan Switch Speed. The Vulcan 122 AIMO is the Arctic White color variant of the series. Rounding-out ROCCAT’s latest PC products is the Sense AIMO Pad – a mousepad with built-in LED lighting that supports ROCCAT’s unique AIMO light system.

This year, both the Kain and Vulcan product series introduce our latest Ash Black and Arctic White colors so fans can create the perfect ecosystem that suits their style, and the new Sense AIMO Pad is the perfect addition for a fully illuminated AIMO experience.”

Full details for ROCCAT’s latest products below.

ROCCAT Kain Series

ROCCAT Kain is an all-new series of PC gaming mice born from the vision of creating the best “click” and aimed to deliver maximum precision performance. Not only does the series introduce ROCCAT’s innovative Titan Click – an all-new mechanism that registers the click signal up to 16 milliseconds faster than other mice making it the most responsive mouse on the market, but it also delivers “all the feels.” Even before plugging-in the Kain mouse, gamers will immediately notice the impressive shape. Combined with a weight of 89 grams the Kain mice offer exceptional grip and ergonomics. Adding its lightning-fast response time, the Kain series mice are sure to give PC gamers an advantage.

PC gamers will have three models of the Kain mouse to choose from – both wired and wireless. The entry-level Kain 100 AIMO provides gamers with rubber side grips for maximum control and 8500 DPIs. The step-up Kain 120 AIMO features a unique hybrid anti-wear performance coating which is durable, dirt resistant, grippy and feels great to touch. The Kain 120 also features the updated Owl-Eye sensor offering up to 16K DPIs. Available in Ash Black and Arctic White, the Kain family starts at a competitive MSRP of $49.99/ €49.99 for the Kain 100 AIMO, with the upgraded sensor variant Kain 120 AIMO available at $69.99/€69.99. The Kain 100 AIMO and Kain 120 AIMO are planned to launch at retail in September 2019. Additionally, the wireless Kain 200 AIMO will offer PC gamers the cable-free version of its newest technology at a MSRP of $99.99/€99.99 and is planned to be available this winter.

ROCCAT Vulcan 121 and 122 PC Gaming Keyboards

ROCCAT’s original Vulcan 120 AIMO PC gaming keyboard introduced their proprietary Titan Switch Tactile mechanical switch and has become one of the top three best-selling gaming keyboards in Germany, as well as a best-selling product in its price tier. The Vulcan’s design was also recognized by winning the 2019 iF Design Award for its product category. At Gamescom 2019 ROCCAT will be showing off two variants, including the Ash Black Vulcan 121 AIMO with its all-new Titan Switch Speed. Following the success of the Titan Switch Tactile introduced with the original Vulcan keyboard, ROCCAT now offers a new, even faster option. Built for speed, the Titan Switch Speed boasts a shortened 1.4mm actuation point (2.8mm travel distance) which helps it react over 30% faster than standard switches, pushing the boundaries of speed without sacrificing precision. The switches are actuated with a hefty 45g of force to minimize accidental key presses, making the keyboard perfect for gaming. Additionally, completing its current Ash Black and Arctic White theme, ROCCAT will officially unveil the Vulcan 122 AIMO – which is the Arctic White version of the award-winning Vulcan 120. All variants of the Vulcan 120s will retail for a MSRP of $159.99/€159.99.

ROCCAT Sense AIMO

ROCCAT’s Sense mousepad also joins the AIMO family to make the lighting ecosystem bigger and better than ever before, for an even more immersive experience. Its soft cloth surface of 353x256x3.5 mm is bordered by a vivid RGB light guide with two programmable zones. The Sense AIMO Pad will be available in early September 2019 at participating retailers for a MSRP of $39.99/€39.99.

For more information on ROCCAT’s lineup of high-quality, German-engineered PC gaming accessories, visit https://roccat.org. For the latest information on Turtle Beach products, accessories, and stories, visit the Turtle Beach website at www.turtlebeach.com and the Turtle Beach Blog at https://blog.turtlebeach.com. Fans can also follow Turtle Beach on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

The Curse of Pandora’s Box Coming to Halloween Horror Nights

2019/08/21

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Geek News, Halloween, News

Universal City, CA, August 21, 2019 – Temptation is unleashed in “The Curse of Pandora’s Box,” Universal Studios Hollywood’s all-original “Halloween Horror Nights” maze that spills the evils of humanity across this twisted ancient Greek mythology-inspired experience,beginning Friday, September 13.

Greed is the underlying theme of this all-new maze, resurrected from Universal Studios Hollywood’s vault of masterful storytelling that transports guests from the land of the living into the nightmarish netherworld of Hades. The scene begins with “Pandora’s Cabinet of Curiosities,” a dilapidated storefront set in modern times that is, nonetheless, eerily reminiscent of a structure that belongs in the dark and dangerous back alleys of Victorian London.

Amid every occultist artifacts and forbidden relics known to man, the bizarre shop houses an all-consuming collection of evil trapped behind glass-encased cabinets, including a giant, ornate box inlaid with human bones and adorned with the silhouette of a mysterious woman clasping her body with skeletal arms.

As guests pass through the shop they will hear a faint, yet seductive voice echoing the words, “anything can be acquired, anything our hearts desire,” beckoning maze-goers to tempt fate, just as a cataclysmic earthquake erupts, shaking the shop and swinging open the ornate box to awaken a demonic voice whispering in a foreign tongue to “come inside.”

Once Pandora’s Box has been opened and evil unleashed, it can never be closed again.

Tickets for “Halloween Horror Nights” are on sale now, including the first-ever Fan Preview Night which offers an exclusive sneak peek of the event on Thursday, September 12, before it officially opens to the public on Friday, September 13.

“Halloween Horror Nights” brings together the sickest minds in horror to immerse guests in a living, breathing, three-dimensional world of terror and features a slate of unrivaled film and television production quality mazes, frightful scare zones and live performances, inspired by today’s most definitive horror properties.

This year’s 10 mazes include “Us,” based on Jordan Peele’s critically-acclaimed blockbuster film; the iconic pop culture classic “Ghostbusters;” the Netflix original series “Stranger Things;” the 1980s film thriller, “Killer Klowns from Outer Space;” “Creepshow,” inspired by the 1980s cult classic film and the new anthology series airing on Shudder; Rob Zombie’s “House of 1000 Corpses;” “Frankenstein Meets The Wolf Man,” inspired by Universal’s original cinematic monsters and the movie studio that invented the horror films; the all-original “Holidayz in Hell” maze and “The Walking Dead.”

Updates on “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood are available online at Hollywood.HalloweenHorrorNights.com and on Facebook at: “Halloween Horror Nights – Hollywood,” Instagram at @HorrorNights and Twitter at @HorrorNights as Creative Director John Murdy reveals a running chronicle of exclusive information. Watch videos on Halloween Horror Nights YouTube and join the conversation using #UniversalHHN.

World of Warships Unveils First Three Nations to Get Submarines

2019/08/21

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

Austin, TX August 21, 2019 – After recently announcing the upcoming arrival of submarines as playable vessels in World of Warships, publisher and developer Wargaming has unveiled more details on their unique features as well as their plans for the launch of the long-awaited ship class during Gamescom 2019.

A brand-new cinematic trailer and a gameplay video showing the submarines combat abilities are available on the official channel.

Three nations will be the first to receive these stealthy combat machines, including:

The United States: the Cachalot (Tier VI), Salmon (Tier VIII) and Balao (Tier X).
Germany: the U-69 (Tier VI), U-190 (Tier VIII) and U-2501 (Tier X).
USSR: the S-1 (Tier VI), L-20 (Tier VIII) and K1 (Tier X).

In the next couple of weeks, players will get a first glimpse of submarines during the upcoming Super Test phase. Prospective commanders can already look forward to this fall’s PvP event, which will let them try out submarines from the first three nations for a limited time to evaluate the changes brought by the introduction of the new ship-class before its actual release. Wargaming is looking to expand the selection of submarines to other nations in the future, with the Japanese fleet to follow, as well as the future introduction of additional researchable and premium ships.

The uniqueness of submarines resides in their ability to appear in places where they are least expected, dislodging enemy ships from choke points via surgical torpedo volleys before disappearing again. Submarines will have the best stealth capabilities in the game, as they will be able to dive below the ocean surface and evade visual detection as long as their supply of oxygen allows it.

This brand-new ability will let players launch surprise attacks on the enemy team and become invulnerable to most types of damage. However, submarines will be relatively slow and have the least amount of hit points requiring prospective commanders to be thoughtful in their use of their submarine’s unique mechanics, as well as good positioning and situational awareness to turn the tides of battle.

When submerged, submarines will lose vision of enemies in the battle. They will need to plot their course and detect other ships with the help of another new mechanic, the hydrophone. This feature will allow them to determine the direction to the nearest enemy ships and visualise their surroundings when diving, actively helping them with their spatial awareness.

Players will also gain the ability to adjust their aim after firing and to alter their torpedoes’ course by pinging certain parts of an enemy ship using their sonar. This new feature will however be a double-edged blade, as it will show the submarine’s position on the minimap for a short period of time.

The introduction of submarines will also bring new weapons and mechanics specifically designed to counter them. Destroyers will be particularly efficient at hunting down submarines and special zones will appear on the surface once they get close to their prey. Once they’ve acquired a target, destroyers will be able to use brand-new weapons designed to sink submarines hiding at high depth: the anti-submarine mortars and depth charges, which will be activated automatically when they sail above their opponents.

Head over to https://worldofwarships.com/ now to sign up for World of Warships for free.

Mortal Kombat 11 Trailer Reveals New Kombat Pack Characters

2019/08/21

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August 21, 2019 – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and NetherRealm Studios today released a new Mortal Kombat 11 trailer revealing the final two guest characters to join the Kombat Pack roster, including the Terminator T-800 featuring the likeness of actor Arnold Schwarzenegger from the upcoming Skydance and Paramount Pictures film “Terminator: Dark Fate,” alongside one of the most iconic and recognizable DC Super-Villains, The Joker.

The new trailer provides a first look and release timing for all upcoming fighters available in the Mortal Kombat 11 Kombat Pack, including the Terminator T-800 (Oct. 8 early access), Sindel (Nov. 26 early access), The Joker (Jan. 28 early access) and Spawn (March 17 early access), joining Klassic Kombatants Shang Tsung and Nightwolf, who are currently available.

Additional information for the Terminator T-800 and The Joker is provided below:

The Terminator T-800 from “Terminator: Dark Fate” is a cyborg assassin, sent back in time from a post-apocalyptic future. He is nearly indestructible and possesses superior technology, fighting skills and artificial intelligence capabilities making him the ultimate killing machine. The Terminator T-800 in Mortal Kombat 11 will feature the likeness of actor Arnold Schwarzenegger.

DC’s The Joker is one of the greatest Super-Villains of all time and a popular culture icon. Ruthless, incredibly dangerous and reveling in creating chaos, The Joker brings a deadly and unpredictable combat style to Mortal Kombat 11.

The Mortal Kombat 11 Kombat Pack is the best way to upgrade the Mortal Kombat 11 game experience with new downloadable content (DLC), featuring six characters, numerous skin and gear sets and one-week early access for all content. Players can purchase the Kombat Pack as part of the Mortal Kombat 11 Premium Edition for $99.99 (SRP) or individually for $39.99 (SRP). All DLC characters and bonus character skin packs will be available for individual purchase after the one-week early access period.

To learn more about Mortal Kombat 11, please visit www.mortalkombat.com or join the community conversation on Facebook (MortalKombat), Instagram (@MortalKombat), Twitter (@MortalKombat), Twitch (NetherRealm), YouTube (Mortal Kombat), Discord (MortalKombat) or Reddit (MortalKombat).

Wasteland 3 – Patriarch of Colorado Gamescom Trailer

2019/08/21

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

August 21, 2019 – The Alpha is going live as we speak. If you are one of those players, good luck! For everyone else, we allow streaming of the Alpha, so be sure to look on Mixer, Twitch, Youtube, etc. You are bound to find gameplay if you are interested, and of course the discussion will likely be lively on our forum and others! For all of you, have fun! We’ll have more information for Alpha backers below, but for now some information for everyone!

On the Trail with a New Trailer!

In case you missed it on Inside Xbox last night, there’s a new Wasteland 3 trailer out in the chilly wilderness. The Patriarch is on the line, and he’s expecting you to pick up and answer the call. Check it out!

gamescom 2019 Winner: “Best RPG”

For those of you at gamescom looking to check out Wasteland 3 in person, you can find the game in Deep Silver’s presence on the show’s expo floor!

The event is ongoing, but it’s already been a wildly successful one for us. For all of our backers, give yourself a pat on the back, as we’re happy to announce that Wasteland 3 won gamescom’s “Best RPG” for the 2019 show!

Folks were really impressed by what they played, and we’re thrilled to be taking home this award (and we’ll try to get a picture with the actual trophy for next update)! It’s a real tribute to the Wasteland 3 dev team, who worked hard on the Alpha and the main game. Take a bow!

SnowRunner: A MudRunner Game Reveal Trailer

2019/08/21

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

August 21, 2019 – Brave chilling maps, vehicles, terrain and challenges in the ultimate off-road sim’s official debut gameplay trailer!

SnowRunner, the highly anticipated follow-up to the surprise trucking sim hit MudRunner, developed by Saber Interactive and published by Focus Home Interactive, was fully revealed today at gamescom. Teased previously as MudRunner 2, SnowRunner is the ultimate off-road experience, made bigger and better with stunning visuals, advanced simulation physics, massive maps and vehicles, and the introduction of snowy terrain.

Get a first look at SnowRunner’s intense automotive action in its Reveal Trailer.

SnowRunner puts you behind the wheel of a huge roster of customizable heavy-duty vehicles from manufacturers like Pacific, Navistar and more in some of the world’s most untamed, unforgiving environments. There are more than 15 new sandbox maps to explore, some up to four times larger than those in the original MudRunner. Master extreme hazards like snowdrifts, ice, rivers and mud — each with their own unique challenges — to get your cargo safely to its destination as quickly as possible. Take on the elements alone or with friends online in fully-synchronous four-player co-op multiplayer!

SnowRunner is expected to launch in 2020 on PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Windows PC through the Epic Games store. Live demos are being provided to press at Gamescom 2019 on the Focus Home Interactive booth (Hall 3.2 booth A010), so expect much more news soon.

Audeze Unveils LCD-i3 Headphones

2019/08/21

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Geek News, News, Tech News

August 21, 2019 – Audeze announced today the new LCD-i3, successor to the extremely popular iSINE 20 and “little brother” to the LCD-i4 will be shipping on August 23. The LCD-i3 features sonic improvements over the iSINE 20, with Bluetooth, Lightning, and standard 3.5mm connectivity included. By using the Magnesium housing and grill design of the LCD-i4, the LCD-i3 reduces unwanted resonance and offers improved resolution over the iSINE 20.The LCD-i3 will be priced at $899 USD retail and available at www.audeze.com.

Included with each LCD-i3 are the Audeze CIPHER Lightning Cable, Bluetooth Module, and standard 3.5mm cable, providing incredible connection versatility that delivers audiophile sound quality through any device.

Featuring a Bluetooth 5.0 chipset with integrated support for AptX and AptX HD, our CIPHER Bluetooth Module delivers low latency 24 bit wireless audio that has been optimized for even the most discerning ear.

The brand new Ear Fins are ergonomically designed to provide a comfortable and secure fit within the concha bowl of the ear. For those that prefer the traditional iSINE fit, the redesigned Ear Hooks now curve inward along the back of the ear to ensure superior fit for ears of all shapes and sizes.

These new accessories come included with every LCD-i3 and are fully compatible with all existing Audeze in-ear headphones! Current iSINE or LCD-i4 owners interested in purchasing the accessories separately can do so through the iSINE accessory kit.

For more information, follow Audeze on Twitter and Instagram, “Like” us on Facebook, subscribe to Audeze on Youtube to see and hear video demonstrations of Audeze products, and visit the website at www.audeze.com.