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Viotek Unveils New GN Series Gaming Monitors

2018/11/13

SOUTH BEND, IN (Nov. 13, 2018) – Viotek, a brand at the forefront of performance and value in gaming peripherals and other consumer electronics, today announces its new GN Series of high-performance gaming monitors. Engineered to maximize performance to value, Viotek’s GN monitors target PC and console gamers with features like WQHD resolution, 144hz refresh rates and AMD FreeSync™ compatibility.

The GN Series, ranging from 24 inches to an ultra-wide 34-inch display (and ranging in price from ($250 to $560 MSRP), rounds out the brand’s top-tier offerings.

“As we continue to refine our lineup, we’re listening to what gamers want,” says Brett Barbour, vice president. “We’re offering more of the features that matter in sleeker package that continues to provide exceptional value.”

The GN27D, GN32D and GN34Cx are built to bring today’s games to life with magnificent WQHD clarity and exceptional detail. Widescreen VA panels (27-inch, 32-inch and 34-inch Ultrawide, respectively) provide a vibrant 1440 WQHD resolution and give precise, accurate colors right out of the box. The GN24Cx packs a visual punch in a smaller package with a 1080p 24-inch panel. With a natural 1800R curvature, the 16:9 widescreen displays on the GN24Cx, GN27D and GN32D offer immersive gaming, while the 21:9 aspect of the Ultrawide GN34Cx brings out a truly cinematic experience.

Like all Viotek monitors, the GN Series features AMD FreeSync™ compatibility to virtually eliminate image tearing and stuttering. The GN24Cx, GN27D and GN32D feature 144hz refresh rates (GN34Cx boasts 100hz) for seamless, fluid gameplay even on graphic-intense, motion-heavy games. This also allows console gamers to get more out of their Xbox since Microsoft recently bumped the platform to 120hz and added FreeSync™—features unsupported by most traditional TVs.

VESA mounting makes it easy to personalize gaming setups, and gamers will also appreciate the built-in Gameplus crosshair functionality for increased accuracy in first-person shooters.

All monitors are available now at Viotek.com.

FEATURES, SPECS + PRICING

GN24Cx

24-inch 16:9 widescreen display
Ultra-thin, bezel-less design
AMD FreeSync
144hz Refresh Rate
1920px1080 WQHD resolution
1800R Curvature / 178° Viewing Angle
1M:1 Dynamic Contrast, 16.7M Colors, 96% sRGB Gamut
4ms Response Time
Gameplus Crosshair Functionality
Xbox Ready
Anti-Glare + Low Blue Light Mode
VESA Mountable
Internal Speakers
Available in Black or White
Backed by One-Year Warranty and Industry Leading Dead Pixel Policy
MSRP: $250 ($219.99 introductory price)

GN27D

27-inch 16:9 widescreen display
Ultra-thin, bezel-less design
AMD FreeSync
144hz Refresh Rate
2560px1440 WQHD resolution
1800R Curvature / 178° Viewing Angle
1M:1 Dynamic Contrast, 16.7M Colors, 96% sRGB Gamut
4.8ms Response Time
Gameplus Crosshair Functionality
Xbox Ready
Anti-Glare Screen + Low Blue Light Mode
VESA Mountable
Internal Speakers
Available in Black or White
Backed by One-Year Warranty and Industry Leading Dead Pixel Policy
MSRP: $390 ($349.99 introductory price)

GN32D

32-inch 16:9 widescreen display
Ultra-thin, bezel-less design
AMD FreeSync
144hz Refresh Rate
2560px1440 WQHD resolution
1800R Curvature / 178° Viewing Angle
3M:1 Dynamic Contrast, 16.7M Colors, 115% sRGB Gamut
4ms Response Time
Gameplus Crosshair Functionality
Xbox Ready
Anti-Glare Screen + Low Blue Light Mode
VESA Mountable
DVI, HDMI 2.0 and DisplayPort 1.2 Ports
Available in Black
Backed by One-Year Warranty and Industry Leading Dead Pixel Policy
MSRP: $420 ($379.99 introductory price)

GN34Cx

34-inch 21:9 Ultrawide Display
Ultra-thin, bezel-less design
AMD FreeSync
100hz Refresh Rate
Xbox Ready
3440px1440 WQHD resolution
1800R Curvature
1M:1 Dynamic Contrast, 16.7M Colors, 115% sRGB Gamut
6ms Response Time
Gameplus Crosshair Functionality
Anti-Glare Screen + Low Blue Light Mode
PIP and PBP Functions
VESA Mountable
Internal Speakers
Available in Black or White
Backed by One-Year Warranty and Industry Leading Dead Pixel Policy
MSRP: $560 ($499.99 introductory price)

ABOUT VIOTEK
Viotek is a different kind of tech company. Built on an unwavering will to innovate, Viotek is dedicated to making the best products at the best price for technology enthusiasts worldwide. With an imaginative research and development team and the resources to bring ideas to life, Viotek is committed to never follow but always lead.

Universal Studios Unveils Running Universal Fun Runs

2018/11/13

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Universal City, CA, November 13, 2018 – Universal Studios Hollywood is off to the races with its all-new “Running Universal,” a series of fun runs that kicks off with an energetic Minion–themed 5K on Saturday, May 11, 2019.

The inaugural Minion Run, featuring Illumination’s mischievous Minions from the popular “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” ride, invites participants ages five and older (of all experience levels) to wind their way around Universal Studios Hollywood and through parts of Universal Studios’ historic backlot, made famous in more than 8,000 movies and television shows. The run will give participants an unprecedented insider’s view of the Entertainment Capital of L.A.

Starting at Universal Studios Hollywood’s iconic front gates, participants will pass through some of the theme park’s immersive areas and attractions before winding their way along the historic backlot and into the magical world of movie-making as they head toward the finish line at CityWalk’s 5 Towers outdoor concert stage.

Along the 3.1 mile course, participants will be entertained by some of their favorite Universal Studios Hollywood characters including the Minions.

The program will begin at 6 a.m. and culminate at 7:30 a.m. with a memorable awards and closing ceremony. Registration is now open and space is limited. For more information about the standard, VIP and Fan packages, visit https://www.runninguniversal.com.

Knott’s Berry Farm Announces Calico River Rapids Ride

2018/11/13

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November 13, 2018 – A new expedition in an uncharted territory awaits eager explorers with the upcoming debut of Calico River Rapids, opening at Knott’s Berry Farm in summer 2019. Knott’s white water raft ride, currently known as BigFoot Rapids, will undergo a major renovation with the addition of new features to the attraction including new animatronics, themed show scenes, a new story overlay and plenty of dynamic water effects.

Calico River Rapids will take voyagers on a search for new land through the outskirts of Calico. Rafters will encounter a variety of wild surprises along the way, such as roaring rapids, and indigenous wildlife. The circular raft ride, which seats six passengers, will traverse through unexpected twists and turns, rushing waters and rapid currents as it navigates the unexplored river path.

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Corsair Unveils Keyboard and Mouse Support for Xbox One

2018/11/13

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Geek News, News, Peripherals News, Xbox One News

FREMONT, CA, November 13th, 2018 – CORSAIR®, a world leader in PC gaming peripherals and enthusiast components, today announced compatibility with the Microsoft® Xbox One for CORSAIR wired and wireless keyboards and mice, following Microsoft’s recent announcement of expanded peripheral support for the console. Now, players can take advantage of CORSAIR’s award-winning gaming peripherals to play keyboard and mouse-enabled games on a whole new platform—Xbox One.

With the console’s new compatibility with keyboards and mice, developers can now choose to add support for those devices to their games. The first announced Xbox One game titles to receive peripheral support include Fortnite, Warframe, and Minecraft, with many more games planned for future compatibility. Microsoft is focused on working with developers to ensure that these games are fun, fair, and properly balanced no matter how players decide to control them.

CORSAIR is proud to be Microsoft’s newest Xbox licensed hardware partner and is excited that the Xbox One team has opened up support for keyboards and mice. Xbox One players now have at their disposal the same precision and reliability that PC gamers have enjoyed from CORSAIR peripherals for years. CORSAIR is working to ensure a great experience on Xbox One and looks forward to collaborating with the Xbox team to deliver even more compatible peripherals in the future.

In addition to partnering with the Xbox team, CORSAIR is committed to working more closely with Microsoft on numerous other initiatives including Mixer, Microsoft’s next-generation interactive livestreaming service. Through Elgato, CORSAIR’s subsidiary brand for content creators, Mixer broadcasters will be empowered to improve their streams through integration with the powerful and versatile Elgato Stream Deck, along with other exciting initiatives currently in development.

Toy Story 4 Teaser Trailer 2

2018/11/13

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November 13, 2018 – Woody’s journey in “Toy Story 4” includes a visit to a carnival where he meets Ducky and Bunny, two carnival prizes who are eager to be won. But when their plans are rudely interrupted by Woody and his friends, they find themselves on an unexpected adventure with a group of toys who have no idea what it feels like to be tacked to a prize wall.

Check out the teaser trailer reaction video here:

“Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele, who voice Ducky and Bunny, are two of the most brilliant minds I’ve ever seen,” said director Josh Cooley. “Of course, they are effortlessly funny, which would be enough. But they are incredible actors that understand story. Their improvs weren’t just for comedy sake, they were story motivated which elevated Ducky and Bunny and the film to a level I never could have expected.”

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden Release Date

2018/11/13

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OSLO, Norway – November 13th, 2018 – Funcom is excited to announce that Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden, the tactical adventure game combining real-time exploration with XCOM-like turn-based tactical combat, will be launching December 4th on XBOX Game Pass. The game will also be available on both PC and PlayStation 4 the same day and is now available for pre-order on both these platforms.

Players pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition on PC via buy.mutantyearzero.com will now also get instant access to a demo version that includes the first 2-4 hours of the game.

Funcom today also released a brand-new gameplay video from the game, where Producer Mike Parker takes viewers through the Scraplands, an area from the game never shown before. Watch how he uses stealth to his advantage in the tactical gameplay, tipping the odds in his favor, before taking on the boss and his henchmen.

“We are absolutely thrilled about bringing Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden to XBOX Game Pass,” says Rui Casais, CEO of Funcom. “This is certainly not your standard console game and we think that XBOX Game Pass subscribers will find a unique and highly entertaining experience with Mutant Year Zero that they might not have discovered otherwise. We are very happy with the XBOX version of the game and the whole team is excited about Game Pass allowing us to reach an even wider audience on the console.”

The game is developed by a team made up of former HITMAN and PAYDAY lead developers. Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden have been collecting both awards and praise from press who have gotten hands-on time with the game. The game was revealed earlier this year and the reveal CGI trailer made the game’s unique anthropomorphic characters “go viral”. Based on the Swedish pen and paper RPG Mutant, the game puts you in the hooves of Bormin the boar and the webbed feet of Dux the duck as they explore a post-human Earth.

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is developed by The Bearded Ladies and published by Funcom. For more information, please visit the official website at www.mutantyearzero.com.

Hellsign Early Access Launch Trailer

2018/11/09

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AUSTRALIA — November 9, 2018 – Bust out your Cryptonomicon, because hardcore supernatural RPG, HellSign, is available now on Steam Early Access! Blending in-depth location-based investigation and research, with nail-biting paranormal hunting action, experience the tension of stepping into the unknown, collecting clues, trying to figure out what you’re up against and eliminating it before it takes you out.

Load up your shotgun and check out HellSign’s Early Access launch trailer:

Geists lurking in the shadows? Giant, toothy, door mimics? Massive man-eating spiders? Drawing influence from a wide range of paranormal monster of the week TV shows and spine-tingling survival horror games, HellSign features a diverse and horrifying cast of creatures to research and hunt down across procedurally generated locales that’ll leave you questioning whether you should have grabbed a flare or spectral projector.

Sporting a feature-complete gameplay experience, HellSign’s Early Access launch represents the first of three distinct chapters to Ballistic Interactive’s supernatural story. In addition to releasing the game’s final two chapters over time as they move towards a full launch in late 2019, the team at Ballistic are committed to working with the community as they lock and load for an experience that’ll leave you feeling like a bonafide Winchester or member of the Scooby Squad.

For more information about what’s available now and what will be available come the full launch, take a look at below:

Early Access Launch Features:

Story mode – Chapter 1 of 3
3 bosses and 13 creatures to hunt
Gameplay feature-complete
10-12 hours of gameplay

Full Game Launch Features:

Story mode told over three chapters
12+ bosses and 25+ creatures to hunt
3+ job locations to investigate
Enhancements and tweaks to core gameplay
40 hours of gameplay

ACE COMBAT 7: Aces at War Bundle Available for Pre-Order

2018/11/09

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November 9, 2018 – The ACE COMBAT franchise has always delivered the quintessential aerial combat experience. From the sounds of its iconic radio chatter, its epic storyline, to giant aerial boss fights, ACE COMBAT has made countless gamers’ fighter pilot fantasies come true and ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN will take those fantasies to new heights with the best graphics, highest-tension drama, and most visceral action ever presented in an ACE Combat game. Take a look at the upcoming aerial combat action in a new ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN trailer at the following YouTube link:

ACE COMBAT players and fans looking for more ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN goodness will want to reserve their copy of the ACE COMBAT 7: Aces at War Bundle which will be produced in limited quantities and offered exclusively on the BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Official Store. The ACE COMBAT 7: Aces at War Bundle will include the game, a special SteelBook® case, and a 150-page ACES at WAR: A HISTORY 2019 art book containing exclusive illustrations, interviews, and four short stories written by Japanese writer-director Sunao Katabuchi. Players can check out the goods for both the PlayStation®4 and Xbox One versions of the Aces at War Bundle at the following links:

Link to PlayStation 4 Aces at WAR Bundle: PlayStation 4 Aces at War Bundle

Link to Xbox One Aces at WAR Bundle: Xbox One Aces at War Bundle

ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN is preparing for take-off in the Americas on January 18, 2019 for the PlayStation®4 and Xbox One. ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN for PCs via STEAM® will launch on February 1, 2019.

Distrust PlayStation 4 Launch Date

2018/11/08

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Madrid, Spain, November 9th, 2018: After messing with the perception of thousands of PC players, Distrust takes the leap to consoles with its premiere on PlayStation 4 (exclusively in digital format).

Distrust is an adventure that takes place in Antarctica and combines crafting and several elements from RPG and survival… as well as a number of features that bring its story close to the genre of terror.

Clearly inspired by John Carpenter’s The Thing, Distrust will test your ability to survive in extreme conditions and your ability to distinguish reality and hallucination.

A helicopter crash left a group of explorers stranded near an Arctic base. As they try to find a way back, all they are doing is sinking deeper into a nightmare scenario. When they sleep, they attract a terrifying force that sucks the life out of their bodies, but the longer they battle exhaustion and stay awake, the less likely they are to survive…

As the survivors try to sleep just enough to stave off fatigue without dying, they slowly go mad and eventually reach the point where they can no longer trust their senses. In time, they can’t even tell the difference between reality and a hallucination.

Six Flags Great Adventure’s Holiday in the Park Back for 2018

2018/11/08

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Jackson, NJ — November 8, 2018 — Six Flags Great Adventure, the World’s Ultimate Thrill Park, lights up the nights as it magically transform into a winter wonderland for Holiday in the Park. More than a million glittering lights, dazzling holiday entertainment, delicious seasonal treats, Santa’s village and many of the park’s most popular rides provide the perfect setting for memorable holiday fun at Six Flags Great Adventure this winter.

“Holiday in the Park is the biggest event in the region with 13 themed areas and more holiday thrills than ever before,” said Park President John Winkler. “This one-of-a-kind festival brings families and friends together for a magical, immersive experience that has quickly become an annual holiday tradition.”

Opening for its fourth season in 2018, Holiday in the Park runs weekends and select days Nov. 17 through Jan. 1, 2019 and features new attractions, shows, rides, games and dining options. Each section of the park features a distinct character through sights, sounds, scents and experiences. This enchanting holiday adventure is included with all Season Passes and active Memberships.

New in 2018:

Wonder: A Cirque Spectacular Show – This dazzling, new theater production features astounding acrobats with song and dance that illustrates the moments of hope, joy and celebration the holiday season brings.
Deck the Halls ─ Feel like a kid again surrounded by massive, illuminated, iconic images of the holiday season in this newly-themed section. Walk through an enormous ornament, stand next to a towering stack of presents, and pose for a selfie with gigantic toys.
Holiday Craze Mirror Maze – Holiday magic and mayhem abound in this walk-through, mirror adventure maze. Fee required.
The Elf Who Saved Christmas! – Come watch the delightful elves Tinsel, Twinkle, Jingle and Doug save Christmas as they remind us that the holidays are all about togetherness. This high-spirited comedy is filled with unexpected surprises and fun for all ages.
More Rides – In addition to more than 30 favorites like Nitro, BATMAN™ the Ride, SUPERMAN™: Ultimate Flight and JUSTICE LEAGUE™: Battle for Metropolis, guests can now catch a bird’s-eye view of the lights on Parachute Training Center and spin like a gyroscope on the new CYBORG™ Cyber Spin. All rides are weather permitting. Frontier Adventures including Safari Off Road Adventure, Bugs Bunny National Park and Plaza del Carnaval do not operate during the festival.

Signature Holiday in the Park attractions include:

Holiday Magic: A Celebration of the Season ─ Spectacular light show on a 52-foot-tall tree in the heart of the park that dazzles nightly every 30 minutes through eye-popping effects, stirring music and gently falling snow.
North Pole ─ Guests are invited into the warmth of Santa’s home for a meet-and-greet and holiday photos, plus kids can write letters to Santa and even meet a talking reindeer.
Gingerbread Junction ─ A giant, inflatable gingerbread man welcomes guests to this whimsical section along with Dot & Drop Gingerbread, peppermint swirl-wrapped trees, the regal Peppermint Princess and dancing lights around the carousel pavilion.
Joy to the World ─ Tranquil pathway of warmly lit trees, luminaries and stained glass showcasing religious holidays from around the world in a new lakeside location.
Polar Point ─ Stunning, ice-blue trees twinkle with the illusion of falling snow up above, while her highness, the Snow Queen, meets guests below.
Poinsettia Peak ─ Skull Mountain roller coaster has been transformed into a mountain of dazzling red lights with a crimson beauty, the Poinsettia Princess, greeting guests nearby.
Holiday Fire Pits – Four sections of the park feature wood-burning fire pits that warm the soul and are popular spots for toasting s’mores.
Holiday Eats – The sweet and savory tastes of the holiday season can be found throughout the park, like spiked egg nog, holiday-flavored coffee and hot chocolate, peppermint and mocha fudge, seasonal beers, festive funnel cakes, specialty holiday platters of sliced turkey, smoked turkey leg and chicken platters with cranberry sauce, chili bowls, harvest salads and hot soups.
Festive Photo Spots – An antique sleigh, twinkling mistletoe, larger-than-life characters and decorations, Santa’s elaborate home, and a kiddie train are just a few of the fun photo spots guests can preserve their holiday memories.

Holiday in the Park Special Events

Holiday in the Park’s opening weekend features a show-stopping performance of the Holiday Express band Nov. 18 at 4 p.m., and the show is free with park admission. Holiday Express is comprised of 1,700 volunteers including more than 100 professional musicians and delivers music, food, gifts, financial support and friendship to those in need during the holiday season.

The Central Jersey Blood Center will host a holiday blood drive Dec. 9 in the park’s Employment Center from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guests who donate a pint of blood will receive one theme park ticket valid for Holiday in the Park. Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are encouraged and available by visiting the web.

Guests can also ring in the New Year with a New Year’s Eve Celebration at 9 p.m. Dec. 31 featuring spectacular fireworks, music and more.

More information about Holiday in the Park is available at www.sixflags.com/greatadventure