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DreamWorks Dragons Dawn of New Riders Announced

2018/10/30
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Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 News, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

London – October 30, 2018 – Worldwide video game publisher, Outright Games, today announced it has partnered with Universal Games on its newest title, DreamWorks Dragons Dawn of New Riders, which introduces a new story in the popular DreamWorks Dragons universe. Developed by Climax Studios, DreamWorks Dragons Dawn of New Riders will be coming to PlayStation® 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™ and PC. The game will launch February 2019 in Europe and North America, to coincide with the release of the new movie DreamWorks Animation’s How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World.

“The first feature film How to Train Your Dragon debuted eight years ago and has since sparked a beloved franchise that has captivated audiences around the world, inspiring additional films, television shows and more,” said Terry Malham, CEO of Outright Games. “DreamWorks Dragons Dawn of New Riders gives us a wonderful opportunity to be a part of Dragons history by partnering with Universal to create an original story introducing two new, very special characters. We look forward to unveiling more details soon!”

Players will join the new heroic duo, Scribbler and Patch, in an epic battle to save dragons and defeat a new villain, Eir, who is controlling dragons to carry out her evil plans. They’ll clash against fierce enemies, explore new and familiar locations and interact with favorite characters in this fun and fiery action adventure.

KEY FEATURES:

  • A NEW, AUTHENTIC ADVENTURE: Help Scribbler recover lost memories and forge a friendship with Patch, his unique hybrid dragon
  • EPIC BATTLES: Unlock powerful abilities and take on fearsome foes
  • EXPLORE VAST NEW LOCATIONS: Fly to familiar locations, as well as new locations, including Havenholme, Valka’s Mountain and Blood Briar Island
  • SOLVE PUZZLES: Swap between Scribbler and his dragon Patch to conquer obstacles

“DreamWorks Dragons Dawn of New Riders will take players on a new adventure that brings together a poignant tale of friendship, mysterious new characters and mystical locations,” said Chris Heatherly, Executive Vice President of Games and Digital Platforms, Universal Brand Development. “As the film trilogy reaches its’ epic conclusion, this new game will allow fans to deepen their connection with a world that has touched so many lives for almost a decade.”

Stay tuned to https://www.outrightgames.com/ and its social media channels (https://www.facebook.com/OutrightGames/ or https://twitter.com/Outright_Games/ for more information as it is revealed!

Command & Conquer: Rivals Release Date

2018/10/30
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Geek News, Mobile News, News

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — Assemble your forces, mobile commanders – Command & Conquer™: Rivals from Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced today that Command & Conquer will launch worldwide on December 4, 2018 for Android and iOS. This is a fast-paced, real-time strategy (RTS) action game built for players on phones and tablets. Command & Conquer: Rivals will become the next official EA competitive gaming franchise to roll out a complete competitive program, including community tournaments and a championship pro scene.

In Command & Conquer: Rivals, a real-time player versus player (PVP) game, players lead their faction to victory in the war for Tiberium. True to RTS classics, preparation and planning are as pivotal to matches as tactical execution. Unlike games with “drop-and-watch” mechanics, players in Rivals maintain 100% control of their units at all times, adding immense strategy and depth to a fun, frenetic and fair gameplay experience.

“We set out to build an RTS game for mobile players that thrives on head-to-head competition and where strategy and skill matter. With continuous unit control and intense battles where comebacks are possible, Command & Conquer: Rivals delivers this and more,” said Michael Martinez, Redwood Studios GM. “We’ve been thrilled to see the early response from players during soft launch. Player feedback has made the game stronger for our launch in December and we’ll continue to work with the community as we accelerate into esports next year.”

Rivals Champions, a new weekend mode available at launch, is a signature in-game competitive experience inspired by the immensely popular FIFA Ultimate Team Champions in FIFA and will serve as the first step in working with the community to launch a multi-continent esports program in 2019. In this mode, players will go on a run of battles, competing in a unique matchmaking pool – competition is segmented by rank to ensure players of all skill levels can thrive and win. The better they perform, the bigger the rewards. Players can also make a name for themselves atop the Rivals Champions leaderboards and distinguish themselves for higher levels of competition.

“Rivals is competitive to its very core,” said Evan Denbaum, Command & Conquer: Rivals Competitive Gaming Commissioner. “We’ve been working non-stop to create the best-possible in-game experiences no matter what your skill level, and Rivals Champions is just the beginning. Most importantly, we’ll be listening to our players and their feedback as they jump in, and we’ll work together with the community to build a full-scale esports program.”

There’s still a chance to join in before launch. Pre-register today on Google Play and get the chance to play by visiting https://www.ea.com/games/command-and-conquer/command-and-conquer-rivals. Players who pre-register will also receive a special, limited edition bundle to begin commanding their units, available at worldwide launch.

For more information and to stay up to date on the latest news, find us here on the Command & Conquer: Rivals channels and forums on Twitter, Discord and Reddit.

LEGO Harry Potter: Collection Out for Nintendo Switch and Xbox One

2018/10/30
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Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, Trailers / Videos, Xbox One News

Burbank, Calif. – Oct. 30, 2018 – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, TT Games and The LEGO Group today announced the launch of LEGO® Harry Potter™: Collection for Nintendo Switch™ and Xbox One, bringing the top-selling videogames LEGO® Harry Potter™: Years 1-4 and LEGO® Harry Potter™: Years 5-7 together in one remastered package.

Developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment, LEGO Harry Potter: Collection unites the signature humor of LEGO games and the expansive Wizarding World for a thrilling journey full of spell-casting, potion-making, and puzzle-solving fun. The compilation features content from the eight films with enhanced graphics, environments, lighting and visual effects, along with two downloadable content (DLC) packs.

“The LEGO Harry Potter: Collection for Nintendo Switch and Xbox One brings the entire LEGO Harry Potter adventure to a new generation of players to enjoy,” said Jonathan Smith, Head of Production and Strategic Director, TT Games. “Gamers can journey back to Hogwarts for a light-hearted, humorous and interactive journey told through all of the Harry Potter films, sure to delight fans and newcomers alike.”

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 is based on the first four films—Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™—allowing fans to experience Harry’s first four years at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in full LEGO form.

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 transports players through the final four films—Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix™, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 1 & 2—to experience Harry’s last years at Hogwarts™ and his battle against Lord Voldemort™ in the ultimate fight between good and evil.

This action-packed adventure also offers two previously released DLC packs, including a Character Pack featuring Godric Gryffindor, Harry (Yule Ball), Helga Hufflepuff, Lockhart (Straightjacket), Luna (Lion Head), Peeves, Hermione (Pink Dress), Ron Weasley (Ghoul), Rowena Ravenclaw and Salazar Slytherin, as well as a Spell Pack featuring Cantis, Densaugeo, Ducklifors, Melofors and Tentaclifors.

Divinity: Original Sin 2 – Definitive Edition Coming to Mac

2018/10/30
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Geek News, Mac PC News, News, Windows PC News

October 30, 2018 – Having won over 200 awards across three platforms, and selling far over two million copies, independently developed Divinity: Original Sin 2 – Definitive Edition is finally coming to Mac devices Q1 2019, developed in a partnership between Saint-Petersburg based Elverils, and the Apple Metal Engineering Team.

Featuring all the lauded content from the PC version of Divinity: Original Sin 2 – Definitive Edition, the Mac version is a bespoke port without compromising on content, or graphical fidelity. In fact, it comes with new features especially for Mac such as full MacBook TouchBar support for quick access to in-game actions, such as the journal or map.

Divinity: Original Sin 2 – Definitive Edition will be the first title on macOS to support HDR (on selected hardware, 10.14+ only). Also supported is iCloud, for easy backup between devices.

In the spirit of adventure, players will be able to enjoy cross play between Windows and macOS, so long as both players have the same version.

A range of controllers – including Apple MFI controllers – are also supported will full vibration support, so there’s no reason not to jump into one of gaming’s most cherished RPG adventures.

As of release, DOS2 is one of only 15 games to get a GameSpot 10/10 score. It won a BAFTA in the Multiplayer category, has won, and was nominated for, hundreds of other awards. This in-depth, sandbox adventure for up to four friends is the highest rated PC game of 2017 on Metacritic.

Larian Studios will follow up with a more specific release date early in 2019.

Kingdom Hearts – The Story So Far Collection Now Available

2018/10/30
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LOS ANGELES (Oct. 30, 2018) – Today, SQUARE ENIX® and Disney launch KINGDOM HEARTS –The Story So Far–, a definitive collection that takes players through nine chapters of the beloved KINGDOM HEARTS series. Now available on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the complete compilation will provide fans with an encompassing experience through the world of KINGDOM HEARTS.

Players can now relive the magical adventures of Sora, Donald Duck, Goofy and friends through memorable KINGDOM HEARTS chapters, as they protect the universe from Heartless invasions and aim to restore light to the world. The package offers unforgettable adventures through iconic Disney locations, interacting with beloved Disney and FINAL FANTASY® along the way, following the classic tale of darkness against light.

KINGDOM HEARTS –The Story So Far– collection includes the following games:

KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5+2.5 ReMIX

  • KINGDOM HEARTS FINAL MIX
  • KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories
  • KINGDOM HEARTS 358/2 Days (HD Remastered cinematics)
  • KINGDOM HEARTS II FINAL MIX
  • KINGDOM HEARTS Birth by Sleep Final MIX
  • KINGDOM HEARTS Re:coded (HD Remastered cinematics)

KINGDOM HEARTS HD 2.8 FINAL CHAPTER PROLOGUE

  • KINGDOM HEARTS Dream Drop Distance HD
  • KINGDOM HEARTS 0.2 Birth by Sleep –A fragmentary passage–
  • KINGDOM HEARTS χ Back Cover (movie)

KINGDOM HEARTS –The Story So Far– is now available at the Square Enix Online store  and at participating retailers for $39.99. The title has been rated E10+ (Everyone 10+). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.

No Man’s Sky The Abyss Launch Trailer

2018/10/29
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Calabasas, Calif. – Oct. 29, 2018 – A new free update, “The Abyss,” is now available to all No Man’s Sky players on Steam for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. “The Abyss” is the first major content update since indie United Kingdom developer Hello Games released No Man’s Sky NEXT earlier this year and introduces players to aquatic environments with over five times more variety, new submersible vehicles, improved underwater visuals and much more.

Trailer:

Aquatic Missions and Narrative: A new story, The Dreams of the Deep, brings a new context to the depths and a dark narrative to No Man’s Sky. Players are invited to discover the fate of a troubled crew stranded from a freighter crash by the rising tides or explore underwater ruins to uncover the tale of a lost soul trapped deep beneath the waves.

Submarine Vehicle: Master the depths of planets using a new Exocraft, the Nautilon. This submersible vehicle gives new meaning to underwater navigation, combat and mining – and can be summoned to any ocean on the planet, as well as docked at underwater buildings. Players can upgrade the submersible with installable Submarine Technology and customise the Nautilon to stand out from their fellow explorers.

Submersible Building Modules: More than a dozen new base parts have been added to unlock more creative possibilities underwater. Players can construct the new Marine Shelter for brief respite from the oceanic pressure, and use its protection to reach new depths. New glass corridors, viewing bays and multi-storey submersible view domes provide travellers the perfect view of the surrounding ocean. Players can now bring their aquatic life into a habitat with a decorative indoor aquarium.

Flora and Fauna: The variety and visual quality of underwater biomes has been greatly improved. Players can now experience rare exotic aquatic biomes as they explore new depths. Underwater creatures have become more frequent, and more interesting. Aquatic life inhabits the full depth of the ocean, and unique terrifying creatures can be encountered on the ocean floor.

Sunken Wrecks and Ancient Treasures: Investigate sunken ruins and find ancient treasures or dive to submerged buildings to find remnants of their lost occupants. Discover and scavenge lost cargo from gigantic freighter wrecks. Use the terrain manipulator to excavate treasures buried in the nearby ocean floor. Find and repair rare crashed star ships to restore them from the seabed to the skies.

Just Cause 4 Paris Games Week Trailer

2018/10/29
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PARIS (October 26, 2018) – Tailored to a giant, ultra-widescreen display on the Square Enix booth at Paris Games Week, this incredible 4K panoramic trailer gives players a glimpse of the beautiful South American inspired Island of Solís and a taste of what they can expect from JUST CAUSE 4 this December 4. Thanks to the amazingly powerful, new Apex Engine, Just Cause has never looked better. Avalanche Studios have taken the series signature destruction and incredible physics to a whole new level with the introduction of fully simulated Extreme Weather events.

The new video entitled JUST CAUSE 4: Panoramic Trailer can be viewed here:

Set in the fictional South American world of Solis, JUST CAUSE 4 takes the series’ incredible destruction and unique physics to a whole new level with the introduction of fully simulated tornadoes and other extreme weather events. Rico Rodriguez returns in JUST CAUSE 4 with his trademark parachute, wingsuit and, of course his grapple hook, now enhanced with new functionality and fully customizable making it the most powerful and creative tool the player has ever had.

JUST CAUSE 4 is a landmark entry in the series, and will release on December 4, 2018 on Xbox One, PC and the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system.

Fallout 76 Live Action Trailer

2018/10/29
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October 29, 2018 – The wait for Fallout 76 is almost over, but you can watch the Official Live Action Trailer today! Prepare to discover a new and wild wasteland in the heart of West Virginia in what is the largest, most detailed open world in series history.

WATCH the Fallout 76 Official Live Action Trailer here:

Reclamation Day, 2102. Twenty-five years after the bombs fall, you and your fellow vault dwellers — chosen from the nation’s best and brightest — emerge into post-nuclear America. Play solo or join together as you explore, quest, build, and triumph against the wasteland’s greatest threats.

The next Fallout 76 B.E.T.A. session is October 30 from 7 – 11 p.m. ET on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC. Stay tuned to @Fallout on Twitter for future B.E.T.A. hours and availability.

Fallout 76 launches November 14 on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC.

Visit Fallout.com for more information.

Mountain High Unveils 2018-19 Season Pass Sale

2018/10/27
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WRIGHTWOOD, Calif. – Oct. 26, 2018 – Winter is just around the corner and Mountain High  season passes are just $299 through October 31, 2018. Prices go up $100 on November 1, so don’t delay buying a season pass to Mountain High, Southern California’s closest winter resort.

“Get your 2018-19 season pass to Mountain High before the prices jump up,” said John McColly, Mountain High vice president of sales and marketing. “These are the lowest rates of the season, so don’t delay.”

With a season pass to Mountain High, guests receive unlimited access to any of its three resorts, day and night, with no restrictions. For avid skiers and snowboarders, a $299 season pass is the best way to save money and pays for itself in just four visits.

New this season, Mountain High is unveiling its new Yeti’s Snow Parks. Located at both the East and North Resorts, these new snow parks provide a fun setting for first-time guests with tubing, snow play and introductory lessons for skiing and snowboarding.

Anytime season passes start at just $299 for adults and $199 for children 12-and-under. Regularly $699 for an adult season pass, skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts can save up to $400 during this limited time offer. Seniors age 70-and-over receive a free season pass and children age 6-and-under receive a free season pass with the purchase of an adult season pass. Click here for a full list of pricing and benefits.

Passes may be purchased online, at the resort and by phone at 888-754-7878. Please note there is a $10 processing fee for all new passes purchased, including seniors and children six-and-under.

Skiers and snowboarders can customize their passes with preferred parking, fast pass lift lines and free visits to 19 partner resorts. Purchase any three add-ons through October 31 and receive the fourth for free:

  1. Powder Alliance Benefits for $99 – Get three days (non-holiday) at 19 premier winter destinations including Snow Valley (Calif.), Sierra-at-Tahoe (Calif.), Sugar Bowl (Calif.) and many more. Tickets are free midweek and 50 percent off non-holiday weekends. Tickets are intended for the pass holder themselves and do not need to be used consecutively. For a list of participating resorts and restrictions click here or check www.powderalliance.com.
  2. Preferred Parking for $99 – Get preferred parking at the West Resort and park up front any day. First come, first served or reserve your spot in advance. Limited quantities are available.
  3. Fast Pass Lift Lines for $99 – Use Mountain High’s new fast pass to skip the lift lines at the Blue Ridge Express (West Resort) and the Mountain High Express (East Resort). No restrictions. Limit one person per fast pass.
  4. $120 Resort Voucher for $99 – Valid towards any ticket, rental, lesson, retail or food and drink purchase at the resort (with the exception of alcohol and season passes).

Guests can enjoy 16 lifts, 59 trails and more than 290 acres of terrific skiing, snowboarding and tubing at Mountain High’s three resorts – West, East and North.

Opening Day at Mountain High is set for November 17, weather-permitting.

For more information on tickets or to purchase Mountain High season passes, click here. Follow Mountain High on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

Two Point Hospital Sandbox Mode Trailer

2018/10/26
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October 26, 2018 – We know, we know… You’re engrossed in the sand-swept lands of another game we shan’t name today… But we’ve got a sand-filled (ahem) announcement of our own. Sandbox: Freeplay is making a TwitchCon debut today in Two Point Hospital, and will get a public release next week.

Initially adding the ability to tweak hospitals in a range of ways (rename, unlock every option, and get the Kudosh rolling in, if you’re so inclined), “Sandbox: Freeplay” is the first in a line of planned Sandbox updates for Two Point Hospital, with the studio looking to the community to help shape this feature with their feedback. To celebrate, Two Point Studios have just released a new feature-tastic trailer:

If you’ve been bitten by the Halloween-craze bug, we have the perfect prescription for the next week. Two Point Hospital: Spooooooky Mode includes cases of Frightheadedness, a spooooooky soundtrack and more to enjoy while you eat all the sweets you were definitely going to hand out to the neighbourhood kids trick-or-treating.

Since its release in August, Two Point Hospital has seen over a billion patients cured …and only 150 million callously allowed to die, but we won’t mention those. With such an engaged community, Two Point Studios have taken feedback on board to add new features, such as copy-paste room layouts (for a quick cure to the queues outside your GP’s office) and full staff and patient customization, and are looking to collaborate with players to shape future updates.

In Two Point Hospital, the competition for the top healthcare provider in Two Point County is fierce. To become the best Hospital Administrator, players will have to prove themselves in a diverse assortment of hospital management challenges. Design your hospitals, train and manage staff with their own… unique personalities, and research treatments for very normal illnesses such as Mock Star, Jest Infection or Cubism.

Two Point Hospital is available on Steam and from SEGA approved digital retailers. For more information about all things Two Point Hospital sign up for our Hospital Pass newsletter at www.twopointhospital.com where you will receive the coveted in-game item, the Golden Toilet. You can also follow the game’s progress on YouTube, Facebook and Twitter. For more information about SEGA Europe, log on to www.sega.co.uk, follow us on Facebook or on Twitter.