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Bandai Namco and Bluefin Unveil Anime Expo 2019 Plans

2019/06/27
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Geek News, News

Anaheim, CA, June 27th 2019 – BANDAI NAMCO Collectibles (BLUEFIN), a BANDAI NAMCO Group company and the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan and Asia, details its exhibit plans and retail exclusives for Anime Expo 2019.

Gundam 40th Beyond Booth

This year, BLUEFIN and other BANDAI NAMCO Group companies will showcase an interactive Gundam Booth. Located on the Main Show Hall, the “Gundam 40th Beyond” Booth (#2611), will be a key presence this year and will celebrate the 40th anniversary of the launch of the original Mobile Suit Gundam anime series. It will highlight upcoming and existing Gundam products from renowned BANDAI divisions including BANDAI SPIRITS Hobby (GUNPLA), Tamashii Nations (Action figures), Shokugan (Small toys) , Gashapon (Capsule and small toys), BANDAI Apparel and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment (Mobile game / Console game).

A massive 9-foot-tall RX-78-2 Gundam statue will be stationed inside the Gundam Booth for photo opportunities. Other notable attractions will include FREE giveaways of a Gundam Visor sponsored by GUNDAM.INFO and small Gundam Shokugan items, and a workshop area where Anime Expo attendees can build a FREE Gundam Plastic Model kit (GUNPLA) and try out the new Gundam Marker Airbrush.

GUNPLA BUILDERS WORLD CUP

Entries from the GUNPLA BUILDERS WORLD CUP (GBWC) will also be on display, with this year’s winner announcement at a separate panel on Saturday July 6th at 8:30pm (Room LP4 411) that will feature famous modeler from BANDAI SPIRITS Hobby, Katsumi “Meijin” Kawaguchi.  A prototype sample of the new 1/100 GUNDAM BARBATOS model kit will be unveiled.

Be sure to use #BluefinBrands when you post a pic on social media for a chance to win one of BLUEFIN’s exclusive Anime Expo prizes.

Bluefin Anime Expo 2019 Retail Exclusives

BLUEFIN’s retail booth (#2411) will offer for purchase a wide variety of collectibles, including model kits, action figures and other products, from several of its flagship brands. For the first time in the U.S., an array of officially licensed Gundam apparel will also be showcased and available to purchase.

A special “Gundam 40th” Anniversary panel will be held by SUNRISE on July 5th where plans for the future of Gundam will be outlined to fans.

Gundam Anime Theatrical Screenings

Anime Expo attendees are also invited to catch a pair of Mobile Suit Gundam anime features to be presented theatrically at Regal LA Live cinemas as part of Anime Expo’s first annual 4DX Film Festival. Fans can catch screenings of Gundam OO and Gundam NT in an impressive multi-sensory 4DX movie format and a Q&A session with the President and CEO of SUNRISE BEYOND INC., Masakazu Ogawa, and a novelist /scriptwriter of GUNDAM series such as Mobile Suit Gundam UC and Mobile Suit Gundam NT, Harutoshi Fukui. SUNRISE / SUNRISE BEYOND is famous studio behind the Gundam anime series and films.

For screening times and info, please visit: https://www.anime-expo.org/2019/06/06/4dx-anime-expo-present-first-annual-4dx-anime-film-fest/

Stop by the BLUEFIN Booth #2411 to browse a comprehensive collection of products.

BANDAI SPIRITS Hobby

Browse a vivid and extensive collection of Gundam Plastic Model kits (GUNPLA) from BANDAI SPIRITS Hobby. Limited Edition kits for this year’s Anime Expo include:

MG 1/100 Scale Nu Gundam (Ver. Ka) Mechanical Clear – $75.00

MG 1/100 Scale Hi-Nu Gundam H.W.S. (Ver. Ka) Mechanical Clear – $120.00

MG 1/100 Scale ZZ Gundam Ver. Ka (Clear Color) – $70.00

MG 1/100 Scale GM Sniper II (Clear Color) – $42.00

MG 1/100 Scale Tallgeese II (Special Coating) – $80.00

RG 1/100 Scale Gundam Astray Gold Frame Amatsu (Gold Coating Exclusive) – $60.00

HG 1/144 Scale Mobile Suit Gundam OO 1st Season MS Set (Clear Color) – $68.00

HG 1/144 Scale Mobile Suit Gundam OO 2nd Season MS Set (Clear Color) – $72.00

HG 1/144 Scale Gundam Astaroth Rinascimento (Iron-Blooded Coating) – $35.00

HG 1/144 Scale Gundam Barbatos Lupus (Iron-Blooded Coating) – $27.00

HG 1/144 Scale Gundam OO Diver (Dive into Dimension Clear) – $15.00

HG 1/144 Scale Gundam Age Magnum (Dive into Dimension Clear) – $20.00

Gundam Haropla Haro Basic Green (Clear Color) – $8.00

Gundam Haropla Momoharo (Clear Color) – $8.00

Please visit: https://www.bluefinbrands.com/anime-expo

Tamashii Nations

Take advantage of special deals on Tamashii Nations action figure releases.

BANDAI Shokugan

Catch the newest release from Shokugan:

1.G Frame      $14.00

  • Combination of the Frame and Armor becomes fully articulated Gundam Figure.
  • Line up: Nu Gundam, Unicorn Gundam, and Sazaby

2.Micro Wars   $8.00

  • Diminutive articulated figures of pilot and Mobile Suit. Pilot can be placed inside the cockpit.
  • Line up: Gundam, Type 61 tank & 3 pilots, Char’s Zaku, Zaku, and Magella Attack Tank & 3 pilots.

BANDAI Apparel

Get original GUNDAM apparel!

  1. GUNDAM 40th “BEYOND” T-shirts           $30.00
  2. GUNDAM 40th “BEYOND” Towel              $15.00
  3. GUNDAM 40th“BEYOND” CAP                 $30.00

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite Real-World Event to Take Place in Indianapolis

2019/06/27
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Geek News, Mobile News, News

San Francisco & Indianapolis—June 27, 2019—Niantic, Inc. and WB Games, in collaboration with the City of Indianapolis, announced the first ever real-world event for Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, the hit augmented reality (AR) mobile game played by millions of wizards and witches around the world, will be coming to Indianapolis from August 31 – September 1. The Harry Potter: Wizards Unite Fan Festival will take place at the White River State Park where players will be able to engage in a variety of interactive experiences bridging the in-game experience with the real world.

“Real-world events are part of Niantic’s DNA, bringing players from all walks of life together in the name of adventure, exploration and creating lasting friendships,” said Bill Kilday, vice president of marketing and live events, Niantic. “The incredible White River State Park is surrounded by the rich culture and history of Indianapolis and will be the perfect location for our inaugural Harry Potter: Wizards Unite event.”

The first-ever real-world event for Harry Potter: Wizards Unite will welcome players to Indianapolis to investigate the chaotic magical activity that is leaking into the Muggle world and work together to solve the mystery of this Calamity. Players will explore Indianapolis and the beautiful White River State Park to discover mysterious artifacts, cast spells, and encounter fantastic beasts alongside their friends and other players.

“We’re delighted to welcome thousands of wizards and witches playing Harry Potter: Wizards Unite to Indy over Labor Day weekend,” said Leonard Hoops, president and CEO of Visit Indy. “Our long history of hosting gamers from around the world and delivering large-scale events makes Indy the perfect place to launch this first-of-its-kind event, an event which will also put Indy’s culture and local businesses on full display in front of a global audience.”

Over the last eight years, Niantic has been developing and producing real-world events as key elements of their real-world mobile games portfolio, which includes Ingress and Pokémon GO. From community driven meetups to large-scale produced events welcoming tens of thousands of players in a weekend, Niantic has hosted millions of players at events that have taken place across hundreds of cities and locations around the world.

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is co-published and co-developed by Niantic, Inc. and WB Games under the Portkey Games label. The innovative AR game is built on the Niantic Real World Platform, and created using the game design and content creation expertise of WB Games San Francisco. As new recruits of the Statute of Secrecy Task Force, players will investigate the chaotic magical activity that is leaking into the Muggle world and work together to solve the mystery of this Calamity. Players will be able to explore their real-world neighborhoods and cities to discover mysterious artifacts, cast spells, and encounter fantastic beasts and iconic characters along the way.

More information about the first-ever Harry Potter: Wizards Unite event and how fans can enter the lottery for a chance to buy tickets will be announced in the coming weeks. For more details, please visit www.harrypotterwizardsunite.com/fanfestival

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is rolling out globally and can be downloaded by players in the launch regions for free on the App Store for iPhone, Google Play for Android devices and the Samsung Galaxy Apps Store for Samsung devices.

To stay up to date on Harry Potter: Wizards Unite, please visit www.harrypotterwizardsunite.com to receive the latest information about the game, and follow the game on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.

The Elder Scrolls: Legends Moons of Elsweyr

2019/06/27
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June 27, 2019 – As new conflicts emerge in the ancestral home of the Khajiit, so too does the next expansion for The Elder Scrolls: Legends. Legends is back with Moons of Elsweyr, available now on PC, iOS, and Android devices.

Watch the trailer here:

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Moons of Elsweyr welcomes over 75 new Elsweyr-inspired cards along with two new mechanics—Wax & Wane as well as Consume—two new pre-made decks to get you rolling, a new playmat and more. Moons of Elsweyr card packs are available now for purchase in-game.

With dragons in the skies, Imperials on the ground and the undead just waiting to be called up from their shallow graves, things are really heating up in The Elder Scrolls: Legends. Stick to the Legends Twitter to remain up to date on all things Legends.

Corsair Launches HS35 Stereo Gaming Headset

2019/06/27
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FREMONT, CA, June 27th, 2019 – CORSAIR®, a world leader in PC gaming peripherals and enthusiast components, today announced the HS35 Stereo Gaming Headset, the latest addition to its popular HS Series. The HS35 delivers high-quality sound and voice clarity at an affordable price for gaming on multiple platforms including PC, Xbox One*, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices, thanks to a universal 3.5mm connection. Available in four different colors – Carbon, Green, Blue, and Red – it’s easy to match the HS35 to your gaming system of choice, or just to suit your style.

Don’t let the competition get the drop on you – the HS35 provides excellent sound quality thanks to a pair of custom-tuned 50mm neodymium speaker drivers, catching a wider range of in-game sounds that headsets with smaller drivers may miss. The HS35’s great audio quality is paired with a fully-detachable unidirectional microphone that reduces ambient noise, so your team always hears your critical calls, and is Discord-certified for reliable, crystal-clear communication.

The HS35’s durable design gives it the longevity to stand up to years of intense gaming, as well as the long-lasting comfort to keep you sharp no matter how long you’re on the battlefield. The HS35 is constructed with plush memory foam to cushion your head, adjustable ear cups so that it sits at your ideal position, and lightweight materials that won’t weigh you down in the heat of battle. Convenient on-ear volume and mute controls, strategically placed along the left ear cup, let you adjust audio on-the-fly without pulling you away from the game.

With strong sound and voice clarity, long-lasting comfort, and wide-ranging multi-platform connectivity, the HS35 is an outstanding new ally in your gaming setup, however you choose to play.

*May require Microsoft 3.5mm adapter (sold separately).

Availability, Warranty and Pricing

The CORSAIR HS35 Stereo Gaming Headset is available immediately from the CORSAIR webstore and the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors.

The HS35 is backed by a two-year warranty and the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.

For up-to-date pricing of the HS35, please refer to the CORSAIR website or contact your local CORSAIR sales or PR representative.

Web Page

To learn more about the HS35, please visit:

https://www.corsair.com/hs35-gaming-headset

Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor 2019 Audition News

2019/06/27
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Geek News, Halloween, News, Trailers / Videos

June 27, 2019 – SoCal’s most authentically terrifying haunt, Dark Harbor at the Queen Mary, will host monster auditions and operations interviews for Dark Harbor 2019 on July 27 – 28, 2019 from 10:00 AM  – 5:00 PM at the Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown.

DETAILS:  
Calling all monsters! The legendary Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor is back for another record-breaking, twenty-three haunted nights, and you can audition to be a part of the bloodcurdling action. If you aren’t afraid of things that go bump in the night, The Queen Mary wants you! Dark Harbor needs hundreds of performers to help bring the ghoulish nightmares to life this October.

  • 2019 OPEN CASTING
    • Main Cast / Back Up Cast (Chef, Scary Mary, Graceful Gale, Samuel the Savage, Half Hatch Henry, Iron Master, Maze and Street Monsters)
    • Specialty Acts (juggling, singing, magic, fire dancing, poi, acrobat, Cyr wheel, silks, contortion, blockhead, etc.
    • Sliders
  • 2019 OPERATIONS TEAM
    • Assistant Stage Managers (Maze Supervisors)
    • Operation Supervisors
    • Show Ushers & Greeters; Support ushers
    • Sales Associates
    • Guest Services Associates
    • VIP Hosts
    • Tour guides
    • Payroll assistants
  • 2019 BEVERAGE TEAM
    • Themed Beverage Attendants including: bartenders, bar-backs, beverage supervisors, and cabana attendants.
 
AUDITIONS VIDEO:
 

REGISTER:
To audition for the 2019 Dark Harbor cast or operations team, register online at www.queenmary.com/calendar-of-events/dark-harbor/dhauditions/

WHEN: 

  • Saturday, July 27, 10AM – 5PM
  • Sunday, July 28, 10AM – 5PM

WHERE:
Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Downtown
500 E First Street, Long Beach, CA 90802

RUNE II: Loki’s Ages of Ragnarok Trailer

2019/06/26
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June 26, 2019 – In RUNE II, the upcoming Viking-inspired, action-RPG, the trickster god Loki has devised a way to control the flow of time, allowing him the power to continuously reset Ragnarok! This creates a perpetual cycle of chaos and destruction where each time Ragnarok restarts, a new age begins with different obstacles and dangers. From everlasting night, to unending blizzards, to cities filled with fire… as Midgard’s chosen savior will you be able to finish what the gods cannot?

For a first look at Loki’s Age of Night, one of the many Ages of Ragnarok you’ll face during your quest in RUNE II, join Human Head at Twitch.tv/HumanHeadStudios this Friday, June 28 at 3PM CST/1PM PST for a livestream, AMA event and Rune Classic giveaway. Have a burning question you want answered? Submit it in the official RUNE II Discord (Discord.gg/PlayRune) in the #may-ama channel.

Inspired by the original Rune (2000), RUNE II is set in a dangerous Norse universe during Ragnarok, the end of days, where beasts and the last remaining humans alike struggle to survive. You have been chosen by the gods to be Midgard’s savior – receive their blessings and powerful abilities as you endeavor to end Ragnarok! Race against time to prevent the trickster Loki and his minions from destroying Midgard as he keeps the world in a perpetual state of chaos. Alone or with friends, you will battle legions of Loki’s minions in brutal melee combat, travel the world collecting rare resources, locate precious artifacts to weaken the Realm Gate and craft the mightiest weapons the Nine Realms have ever seen. Are you powerful enough to take down Loki or will a new Age of Darkness begin?

RUNE II will launch in Summer 2019 exclusively on the Epic Games store. For keeping up on all things RUNE II, go to www.RUNE2.com, join the epic Viking war cry on Discord, like us on Facebook, Instagram and follow us on Twitter.

Avengers: Endgame Digital and Blu-ray Release Date

2019/06/26
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June 26, 2019 – Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Endgame,” the climactic conclusion to an unprecedented, 11-year cinematic journey in which the Avengers take one final stand against Thanos, delivered the biggest opening weekend in history and is currently one of the highest-grossing films of all time. On July 30, Avengers fans around the world are invited to assemble once more for the in-home release of “Avengers: Endgame” on Digital in HD, 4K Ultra HD™ and Movies Anywhere, followed by a physical release on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, DVD and On-Demand beginning Aug. 13.

 

Death’s Gambit Physical Edition Launch Trailer

2019/06/26
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June 25, 2019 (LOS ANGELES, Calif.) – From publisher Skybound Games, in partnership with Adult Swim Games and developer White Rabbit, the first-ever physical edition of the hit 2D action platformer Death’s Gambit is now available on PlayStation®4 at major retailers and Skybound.com in North America for $24.99. The game will be available in Europe and other territories on June 28.

Death’s Gambit delivers a brutal, monster-slaying adventure against the legendary immortals of Siradon, a highly stylized gothic world of beasts, knights, horrors, guardians and more. As an agent of Death, you’ll wield an arsenal of powerful weapons and abilities in wickedly challenging battles that demand clever thinking and precise reflexes. Choose from seven playable classes, customize your champion with new gear and talents, and adapt a play style all your own to survive. Explore dark forests, medieval ruins and frozen wastes, vanquish towering bosses, and take on the ultimate tests of skill in Heroic or New Game Plus modes.

Originally released digitally through the PlayStation®Store, Steam and GOG.com in 2018, Death’s Gambit has already been enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of Metroidvania and platformer fans.

Since then, Death’s Gambit has been made even better with a number of new features and enhancements, including:

  • A new animation-canceling system to make combat more fluid.
  • Added support for speedrunners with skippable cutscenes and an in-game timer.
  • A variety of balance updates, bug fixes, and performance and stability upgrades.

Death’s Gambit is rated T (Teen) by the ESRB.

ONE PUNCH MAN: A HERO NOBODY KNOWS – Announcement Trailer

2019/06/26
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., (June 25, 2019) – Leading developer and publisher of anime video games, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today announced that ONE PUNCH MAN®: A HERO NOBODY KNOWS will be coming to the Americas for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, and PC. ONE PUNCH MAN: A HERO NOBODY KNOWS is an action-fighting game and is the first console game based on the wildly popular Shonen Jump® series ONE PUNCH MAN.

ONE PUNCH MAN: A HERO NOBODY KNOWS will feature 3 vs. 3 battles, where players can form powerful teams using their favorite characters as they fight in a universe where attacks from powerful villains are the norm. Players can take the role of Saitama, a salaryman-turned-hero who can obliterate the strongest foes with a single punch. Players will also be able to play as other fan-favorite characters such as Genos, Hellish Blizzard, Speed-o’-Sound Sonic and Mumen Rider.

“ONE PUNCH MAN: A HERO NOBODY KNOWS is the perfect game for ONE PUNCH MAN fans and those who are ready to jump into the ONE-PUNCH universe,” said Abelina Villegas, Associate Brand Manager at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. “Players can really immerse themselves in the ONE-PUNCH MAN world and form their own teams, develop their skills and fight to see who is the strongest of them all!”

For more information about ONE PUNCH MAN: A HERO NOBODY KNOWS or other titles from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., please visit; https://www.bandainamcoent.com, follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS, or join the conversation on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoUS

Mad Catz Celebrates 30th Anniversary with R.A.T.8+ 1000 Gaming Mouse

2019/06/25
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Kowloon, Hong Kong – June 25, 2019 – Mad Catz Global Limited, leading gaming hardware innovators for 30 years, announced today the limited edition R.A.T.8+ 1000 Optical Gaming Mouse, in celebration of the Company’s 30th birthday. Proudly serving the gaming community for 30 years, Mad Catz has stood the test of time, embedded in the lives of players looking for quality, value and innovation in gaming hardware.

Marking the anniversary in a way that only Mad Catz can, the Company will be launching a commemorative R.A.T.8+ 1000 Optical Gaming Mouse, strictly limited to just 1000 units worldwide. The cutting-edge R.A.T.8+ is already a favorite amongst gamers looking for the winning edge, and this limited edition version comes complete with stunning, premium collector’s packaging, designed to store the mouse and a host of accessories, displaying the R.A.T. in style when not in use.

The stunning matte black and brushed chrome design with gold color detailing is sure to turn the heads of all who play, and this unique color scheme will only be available on the 1000 units produced.

Featuring a state-of-the-art Pixart PMW 3389 Optical Sensor, the R.A.T.8+ 1000 is remarkably accurate, remaining responsive and free of tracking errors at all times. The sensor only tells part of the story however, the R.A.T.8+ 1000 has been expertly engineered with a super lightweight chassis ensuring the sensor position is perfectly balanced on your gaming surface, while providing a rigid foundation for the remaining components.

The R.A.T.8+ 1000 features industry-leading OMRON micro-switches, tested to at least 50-million clicks for total reliability in even the most strenuous of competitive gaming situations. Mad Catz gaming mice are renowned amongst gamers for their high level of customization and the R.A.T.8+ 1000 continues this proud tradition, shipping with replaceable palm rests and pinkie rests, all of which can be adjusted to fit any gamer’s ideal style of play.

Chameleon RGB lighting, bathes three independent zones of the R.A.T.8+ 1000 with a choice of 16.8 million colors, illuminating the mouse and allowing for easy adjustment in darkened gaming environments. On-board memory allows players to save up to four individual gaming profiles on the mouse, ideal for tournament play.

“It’s hard to believe that it’s been 30 years since Mad Catz first arrived on the gaming scene, and the evolution of digital entertainment has been staggering to behold. Mad Catz shares the same values of innovation, value and quality as we did all those years ago and we can’t wait to share our future plans with the community in the year ahead,” said Joane Huang, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing for Mad Catz Global Limited. “The R.A.T. mouse has been a jewel in our range for some time now and we believe the limited-edition R.A.T.8+ 1000 is the ideal way to celebrate such a milestone.”

The limited edition R.A.T.8+ 1000 will be available in strictly limited quantities across North and South America as well as select European territories, starting Summer 2019. Gamers are encouraged to keep checking social media channels for retailer updates.

See the R.A.T.8+ 1000 video here: