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Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege Unveils Operation Wind Bastion Details

2018/11/19

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SAN FRANCISCO — November 18, 2018 — Today, Ubisoft announced the full details of the fourth and last season of Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six^®Siege third year of content. Operation Wind Bastion introduces an all-new Attacker and a Defender, Nomad and Kaid respectively, as well as a new map called Fortress, which is a military training facility and also Kaid’s home. Furthermore, in Year 3 Season 4, the Rainbow Six Siege shop will be redesigned to improve the user experience. For example, the shop will feature a new full screen view for weapons, a new light theme, and the possibility for players to browse left and right within a category among many other changes.

In this new season, one Attacker and one Defender, Nomad and Kaid will join the Rainbow Six Siege Operator lineup. Armed with her AK-74M and ARX200, Nomad uses her airjab launcher and proximity triggered air blast grenade to propel Defenders out of cover and expose them to the attacking team. In the meantime, Kaid uses his Rtila Electroclaw to electrify all metallic objects in proximity: reinforced walls, barbed wire, deployable shields. His AUG A3 and TCSG12 makes him a powerful Defender and counter to hard breacher.

In addition to these two new Rainbow recruits, players will be able to explore the new Fortress map, a mudbrick Kasbah inspired by the iconic architecture from the southern region of Morocco. It is a military training facility that features a good rotation between floors, an accessible roof and many dangerous lines of sight and flanking routes.

The Test Server for Operation Wind Bastion will go live on November 19. The Test Server is an alternative version of Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, allowing players to test upcoming gameplay features that will make their way into the main game itself. Since this is a testing environment, a consistent gameplay experience is not guaranteed on the Test Server. Players are invited to submit the issues they encounter on the Test Server on the R6 Fix platform. The Test Server is exclusive to Windows PC.

For more information about Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege, please visit: https://rainbow6.ubisoft.com.

Mountain High Expected to Open Thanksgiving Weekend

2018/11/19

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WRIGHTWOOD, Calif. – Nov. 19, 2018 – Ski season has returned to Southern California and Mountain High expects to open either this Saturday, November 24 or Sunday, November 25, conditions permitting. Guests can expect top-to-bottom skiing and snowboarding at the West Resort and snow play activities at the new Yeti Snow Park at the East Resort.

“Our Opening Day special will knock your boots off because the first 100 paying guests receive free skiing for a month,” said John McColly, Mountain High vice president of sales and marketing. “There is no better way to start your season! We hope to see you here.”

The first 100 paying adults to Mountain High on Opening Day receive free skiing or snowboarding for a month or until December 21, whichever comes first. Early season single day tickets are just $59 for adults. Kids 12 and under ski free though December 21 when accompanied by a paying adult ($25 without). Ticket prices are subject to change without notice.

Parking lots will open at 6:00 a.m. on Opening Day and ticket booths will open at 7:00 a.m. No camping or placeholding will be allowed overnight, so plan to arrive early.

Early season operating hours will be 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekdays and 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekends. Daily operations are expected to begin Thanksgiving weekend with night sessions starting seven days a week on December 15. The Big Pines base lodge opens daily at 8:00 a.m. along with tickets, rentals, guest services and the season pass office.

All amenities with the exception of lessons will be available at Mountain High on Opening Day including rentals, retail, repair, guest services and more.

To get up-to-the-minute details and helpful tips for opening day, click here or go to mthigh.com. Check the Mountain High calendar for daily hours of operation.

For more information on tickets or to purchase Mountain High season passes, click here. Follow Mountain High on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Use #mthigh to get in on the conversation.

D23 Unveils Events for 2019

2018/11/16

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BURBANK, Calif. – November 16, 2018 – In 2019, D23: The Official Disney Fan Club will celebrate its 10th anniversary and, to mark the occasion, D23 is adding extra pixie dust to some of its most popular events while introducing new experiences, as well.

RETURN TO WALT’S BIRTHPLACE: In 2016 and 2017, D23 Members had the amazing opportunity to visit Walt Disney’s birthplace in Chicago. The home, which is being restored, was constructed by Walt’s father, Elias, and designed by his mother, Flora. This June, D23 Members will have the chance to see the incredible progress made on bringing the home back to its initial glory.

SCREENINGS ON THE WALT DISNEY STUDIOS LOT AND AT WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT: Throughout the year, D23 will once again offer special screenings on both coasts of classic Disney favorites. As part of D23’s anniversary celebration, all the films screened will also be celebrating milestones, including Up (10th anniversary), Sleeping Beauty (60th), Lucasfilm’s Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom(35th), and The Lion King (25th).

THE OFFICIAL WALT DISNEY STUDIOS TOUR—PRESENTED BY D23: D23 Gold Member-exclusive tours of the historic Studio lot return and, for 2019, the tour—traditionally held four times a year—will run monthly starting in March and will include VIP experiences on select tours. Guests are able to take a look inside the Walt Disney Archives and see Walt Disney’s office suite during the tour, which offers fans a unique perspective on historic moments from Disney films, television shows, and theme parks.

D23’S LUNCH WITH A DISNEY LEGEND: Beginning in January, D23 brings back these exclusive luncheons with Disney luminaries. This year, D23 will be crossing the country so more fans than ever can enjoy the opportunity to meet Disney Legends and hear their fascinating stories, including an intimate lunch with Linda Larkin—the speaking voice of Jasmine in Aladdin—in New York City next April.

D23 HEADS TO THE HOLLOW: To celebrate the 70th anniversary of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow—and its infamous headless villain—D23 will hold a special event in Sleepy Hollow, New York, with a screening, special guests, reception, and more.

ADVANCE SCREENINGS: Next year, D23 Members can look forward to a host of exclusive, advance screenings across the country in partnership with our friends from The Walt Disney Studios. This year, D23 brought movie magic to 35 cities across the country, including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Detroit, Houston, New York City, Philadelphia, and San Francisco. Plus, this year D23 Members attended the red-carpet premiere of Disney’s Christopher Robin. D23 Gold Members across the U.S. will once again be selected at random to receive complimentary movie passes, and in honor of D23’s 10 years, 10,000 pairs of tickets will be sent throughout 2019.

SIGNATURE EVENTS: D23 will bring back foodie favorite Sip & Stroll during the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Walt Disney Imagineering’s exclusive merchandise store, Mickey’s of Glendale, will open its doors to members. Guests at Walt Disney World Resort will once again make the holiday season bright next December, and on the West Coast, members will be invited back to The Walt Disney Studios to Light Up the Season. The Walt Disney Family Museum will extend a warm welcome to Gold Members for an exclusive look at a new exhibit in May. Also, D23’s Behind-the-Scenes Experiences will return, offering exclusive, one-of-a-kind events to D23 Gold and Gold Family Members.

MEMBER MIXERS: After mixing and mingling at complimentary gatherings in places such as Houston, Seattle, and San Diego in 2018, D23 will bring more mixers to U.S. cities in 2019, including a special San Diego Comic-Con mixer to celebrate Marvel Comics’ 80th anniversary.

D23 EXPO 2019: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event returns. It’s D23’s biggest event of the year, when all of Disney’s wonderful worlds come together once again August 23–25, 2019, at the Anaheim Convention Center for three magical days of once-in-a-lifetime live performances, star-studded presentations, exclusive collectibles, and more celebrating Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and Star Wars.

Plus, 2019 will mark a year-long Fanniversary celebration for D23’s 10th anniversary. Every year, D23 honors a Disney favorite that has reached a milestone anniversary. And in celebration of a decade of D23, the Fanniversary will continue all year long with additional special events to be announced, new member discounts, and more.

Dates, ticketing information, and more D23 events will be announced throughout the year. Full details on D23’s lineup of 2019 special events can be found on the Fan Club’s website at www.D23.com/events. Additional dates will be posted soon. All events and dates are subject to change.

Current event calendar:

January 25: Lunch with a Disney Legend: TBA, Burbank, Calif.
January 26: The Official Walt Disney Studios Tour—Presented by D23, Burbank, Calif.
February 16: D23’s Magical Screening Series: Sleeping Beauty, Burbank, Calif.
February 16: D23’s Magical Screening Series: Sleeping Beauty, Walt Disney World Resort
April: Lunch with a Disney Legend, Linda Larkin, New York City
April 7: The Official Walt Disney Studios Tour—Presented by D23 (Gold Family exclusive), Burbank, Calif.
May: The Walt Disney Family Museum event for Mickey Mouse Exhibit, San Francisco, Calif.
May 4: D23’s Magical Screening Series: The Lion King, Walt Disney World Resort
May 11: D23’s Magical Screening Series: The Lion King, Burbank, Calif.
June: Return to Walt’s Birthplace: TBA, Chicago
June: Lunch with a Disney Legend: Legend and location TBA
June 22: The Official Walt Disney Studios Tour—Presented by D23, Burbank, Calif.
July 20: D23 Member Mixer celebrating 90 years of Marvel Comics, San Diego, Calif.
August 23-25: D23 Expo 2019, Anaheim, Calif.
September 21: D23’s Magical Screening Series: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Walt Disney World Resort
September 28: D23’s Magical Screening Series: Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, Burbank, Calif.
October: Lunch with a Disney Legend: Legend and location TBA
October 21: Sip & Stroll, Walt Disney World Resort
October 26: D23 Heads to the Hollow, Sleepy Hollow, N.Y.
November 9: The Official Walt Disney Studios Tour—Presented by D23, Burbank, Calif.
November 16: D23’s Magical Screening Series: Up, Walt Disney World Resort
November 23: D23’s Magical Screening Series: Up, Burbank, Calif.
December: D23 Holiday Event at Walt Disney World Resort
December: Light Up the Season with D23, Burbank, Calif.

Darksiders III Fury’s Apocalypse Trailer

2018/11/16

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Vienna, Austria and Austin, Texas, November 16, 2018 – Last month we had Halloween, next month we will have New Year’s Eve – and this month? The Apocalypse. It’s only 11 days until we can finally help Fury fight the Seven Deadly Sins who were freed from their prison.

The comprehensive Darksiders III pre-order campaign is ongoing and promises major rewards for fans who have patiently waited more than six years for the release of Darksiders III. Pre-order here: https://darksiders.com/order-here/.

Thrustmaster Unveils T.Flight Hotas 4 Ace Combat 7 Skies Unknown Edition Joystick

2018/11/16

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London, November 15, 2018 — Thrustmaster is at the controls with a brand-new joystick, having touched down at major gaming events around the world to showcase its latest creation. EGX, Paris Games Week, Comic-Con, Madrid Games Wee, the Thrustmaster team has been busy crisscrossing the globe in order to bring the new T.Flight Hotas 4 Ace Combat 7 Skies Unknown Edition joystick to gaming fans far and wide.

Whether using a traditional setup or in virtual reality, Thrustmaster is letting players experience the game from a fresh perspective that’s more immersive and realistic than ever before. What better way to blast the iconic Japanese arcade game into new horizons than with the smoothest, most intuitive gameplay possible.

The T.Flight Hotas Ace Combat 7 Skies Unknown Edition will be available for preorder as of Thursday, December 13, 2018. The joystick will be available on January 17, 2019: the timing has been perfectly arranged in conjunction with Bandai Namco Entertainment, allowing users to enjoy a totally unique gaming experience right from the launch of this latest and greatest installment in the legendary Ace Combat series.

The T.Flight Hotas Ace Combat 7 Skies Unknown Edition joysticks will be available at a suggested retail price of £74.99.

Box contents:

Limited-edition joystick
Throttle
Allen key
User manual and warranty information

Warhammer 40000: Mechanicus Launch Trailer

2018/11/15

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Leicester, UK, 15th November — The Necron awakening has begun. The Adeptus Mechanicus are one of Mankind’s last defenses against a new Dark Age…or perhaps they will be the ones to hasten its dawn.

Kasedo Games are thrilled to announce that Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus is available worldwide for Windows PC. To accompany the launch, a brand new action-packed trailer has been released:

In this Turn-Based Tactical game, use the in-depth customisation to create an Ad-Mech force to suit any playstyle and take the fight to the mysterious Necrons. Unique tactical combat will immerse you in strategic battles and key game-changing choices will challenge your calmness under the immense pressure of a Xenos onslaught.

With the thrilling storyline scripted by Black Library author, Ben Counter, Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus stays faithful to the lore and is sure to attract hardcore Warhammer fans as well as Strategy gamers as a whole.

Along with standard game, the special Omnissiah Edition is also available to buy now which includes the base game, the highly acclaimed digital soundtrack, stunning digital artbook, a special in-game melee weapon and the Warhammer e-short story, Deus Ex Mechanicus, priced at ($34.99 €34.99 £26.99).

Narcos: Rise of the Cartels Teaser Trailer

2018/11/15

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London, United Kingdom – November 15th, 2018 – Publisher Curve Digital, in collaboration with Gaumont and developer Kuju, announced today, the Q3 2019 release of Narcos: Rise of the Cartels, a new game for PC’s and consoles based on Gaumont’s Emmy® and Golden Globe nominated hit series, Narcos. A newly launched teaser trailer reveals that Narcos: Rise of the Cartels will follow the events of the first season of Narcos, in a story narrated by El Patron himself, where players will take the role of the Medellin Cartel or the DEA in a tactical turn-based action adventure.

“Narcos: Rise of the Cartels is a hugely exciting prospect for us,” said Rosemary Buahin, Marketing Director of Curve Digital. “We love the show and have ensured that our game stays true to the source material, from the locations, to the characters, the clothes, the iconic music and more. We think that the action-packed, turn-based strategy gameplay lends itself perfectly to the world of Narcos.”

“Curve Digital and Kuju have taken a deep dive into the phenomenon that is Narcos and how it’s incredible stories are told to give fans an authentic experience to interact with the brand,” said Tim Stephen, Head of Business and Legal Affairs, Gaumont. “From the frantic action that comes from acting as a DEA agent or a Cartel leader, Narcos: Rise of the Cartels gives players the thrilling sensation of being the hunter or hunted as they delve into the minutiae of each operation.”

“Working with the Narcos licence has been an incredible experience so far for the team at Kuju,” said Matt White, Head of Studio at Kuju. “As creators, having such an evocative and multi-layered world to play around in gives us the ability to tell incredible stories and create awesome gameplay opportunities. We are incredibly proud of Narcos: Rise of the Cartels and hope that it will resonate with fans of the series and of the turn-based tactical genre.”

Curve Digital is the publisher of Narcos: Rise of the Cartels, developed by sister company Kuju with the Unreal Engine. Curve Digital secured video rights to develop the first video game based on Narcos earlier this year. The deal was brokered by Evolution USA, LLC on behalf of Gaumont.

Armored Brigade Launch Trailer

2018/11/15

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November 15th. Location: Somewhere east of Frankfurt. From the woods near Gelnhausen, dozens of T-72s and BMP2 emerge with covering infantry deployed on their flanks. The earth trembles beneath their tracks, then everything stops. Few seconds later, the silence is broken by the horrific sound of the 125 mm Soviet guns. It’s a chilly morning, but the situation will soon get much hotter. It’s the year 1985, and the Cold War has now turned into World World 3.

Armored Brigade is the new real-time tactical wargame from Matrix Games, focusing on realism and playability and inspired by classics like Steel Panthers, Close Combat and Combat Mission.

Set between 1965 and 1991, Armored Brigade is a tactical RTS in which you will take control of either the NATO command or the Warsaw Pact. You can select your army not only by choosing the nationality (USA, West Germany and United Kingdom for NATO; USSR, Poland and East Germany for the Pact; Finland as neutral), but also the type of deployment – infantry, motorised or tank division. Jump in and select where you want to fight in one of the three huge maps available, with the level of zoom you choose.

But just don’t expect an “ordinary” RTS: you have unit morale, training level and fatigue, even order delay based on the distance between your unit and its HQ. You will have to face a smart dynamic AI that, combined with the battle generator, offers unlimited replayability.

The battlefield is set on three huge maps: Central Germany, the Fulda Gap, where NATO expected the salient of the USSR attack in case of war, and the south of Finland, present in the game as a neutral faction. You choose any portion of these maps to fight your battle.

THQ Nordic Acquires Bugbear

2018/11/14

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Karlstad, SWEDEN, Helsinki, FINLAND, November 14th 2018; THQ Nordic today announced the completion of the acquisition of Bugbear, an experienced and world leading creator of niched racing games built on their proprietary game engine enabled with vehicle destruction physics tools. One of its recent games, Wreckfest, a demolition derby themed racing title, was successfully released for PC on Steam in June 2018 and is currently being developed to be released on consoles during 2019.

Since June 2017, THQ Nordic stepped in as the publisher for the digital distribution channels for Wreckfest, which has been one of the best performing games published by THQ Nordic on Steam since launch.

THQ Nordic strongly believes in Bugbear’s competence in developing successful action racing games and wants to make long term investments to support Bugbear’s future growth journey.

Fallout 76 Out Now

2018/11/14

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November 14, 2018 (Rockville, MD) – Bethesda Softworks®, a ZeniMax® Media company, announced Fallout® 76 is available now digitally and at retail stores worldwide for Xbox One, PlayStation® 4 computer entertainment system, and PC.

From acclaimed developer Bethesda Game Studios®, creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim® and Fallout® 4, Fallout 76 is the online prequel to the Fallout franchise where every surviving human is a real person. Discover a new and wild wasteland in the heart of West Virginia in what is the largest, my detailed open world in series history.

“Our passion has always been transporting players to new worlds and new experiences,” said Todd Howard, Executive Producer at Bethesda Game Studios. “And Fallout 76 is unlike anything else we’ve built or played. We can’t wait to experience it together with our fans.”

Explore post-nuclear Appalachia alone or with friends and embark on a quest to discover the fate of those who came before. Create, customize, and equip your character with hundreds of clothing, weapons, armor, and cosmetic items as you trek across six distinct regions with their own flora, fauna, and terrifying enemies inspired by local West Virginia legends and myths.

Along the way, build and craft anywhere in the world with the new Construction and Assembly Mobile Platform (C.A.M.P.) to provide much-needed shelter, supplies, and safety. With the power of the atom, take control of nuclear missiles to decide where and when to strike and create high-level areas. Harvest rare and valuable resources and crafting materials in the temporary blast zones formed in the wake of a nuclear fallout.

Fallout 76 is available now worldwide digitally and at retail for $59.99.

Fallout 76 is rated M for Mature by the ESRB. For more information, visit: www.fallout.com