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Mr. Mercedes Coming to San Diego Comic-Con

2018/06/21
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Geek News, Movie News, News, SDCC

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., June 21, 2018 – The AT&T AUDIENCE Network series “Mr. Mercedes,” produced by Sonar Entertainment, is returning to San Diego Comic-Con July 19-21 with the cast and creators of season 2 for the “Mr. Mercedes Immersive Experience” and show panel.

The “Mr. Mercedes Immersive Experience” will give fans a glimpse into the past and a peek into the future of the AT&T AUDIENCE Network original series based on the trilogy by Stephen King. Fans can be the first to play the virtual reality (VR) escape room game, “Mr. Mercedes: Lair Escape,” on the HTC Vive Pro – the next generation of VR headsets. In the “Mr. Mercedes: Finders Keepers” augmented reality (AR) adventure game, they’ll collect clues to unlock never-before-seen content and special prizes.

The “Mr. Mercedes Immersive Experience” will include:

  • Augmented Reality Adventure Game – Download the app to embark on an AR-driven investigation helping Detective Bill Hodges crack the case and claim a reward if you succeed.
  • Virtual Reality Escape Room Game – Be fully immersed in a virtual escape room inside Brady’s lair. Escape before time runs out or you’re trapped forever!
  • Recreating the Physical World of “Mr. Mercedes” – The show’s set designers are recreating Finders Keepers, Mercy General Hospital and Brady’s lair using actual props.
  • Bringing Brady to Life Through Projection Mapping – 3-D light projection will creepily bring Brady to life in his hospital bed. Is he in a coma or did you just see him move?
  • Lenticular Photo Experience – This photo op will transform the participant’s face into Brady’s along with a socially shareable GIF.
  • Private Screening Room – Media, VIP and lucky fans will get the chance to watch a sneak peek of season 2.

The series picks up a year after Brady Hartsfield’s thwarted attempt to perpetrate a second mass murder in the community of Bridgton, Ohio. Since the incident, Hartsfield has been hospitalized in a vegetative state. Retired Detective Bill Hodges has done his best to move on from his Brady obsession, teaming up with Holly Gibney to open Finders Keepers, a private investigative agency. But when unexplainable occurrences begin to affect hospital staff members attending to Brady, Hodges is haunted by the feeling that Brady is somehow responsible.

The original cast, which includes Brendan Gleeson (“Harry Potter”) as Detective Bill Hodges, Harry Treadaway (“Penny Dreadful”) as Brady Hartsfield, Jharrel Jerome (“Moonlight”) as Jerome Robinson, Scott Lawrence (“Avatar”) as Detective Peter Dixon, Breeda Wool (“Unreal”) as Lou Linklatter, Justine Lupe (“Francis Ha”) as Holly Gibney, Nancy Travis (“How I Met Your Mother”) as Donna Hodges, and Holland Taylor (“The Truman Show”) as Ida Silver, is joined by Jack Huston (“Boardwalk Empire”) as Brady Hartsfield’s doctor Dr. Felix Babineau, Tessa Ferrer (“Grey’s Anatomy”) as Dr. Babineau’s wife Cora Babineau, and Maximiliano Hernandez (“Sicario”) as Assistant DA Antonio Montez for season 2.

Season 2 of “Mr. Mercedes” will premiere on AT&T AUDIENCE Network on Wednesday, Aug. 22 at 10 p.m. ET/PT.

IMPORTANT INFO:

“Mr. Mercedes Immserive Experience”

Dates: Thursday, July 19 – Saturday, July 21

Location: 643 G St, San Diego, CA 92101

Times:   10 a.m. – 6 p.m. PT, daily

Fans who pre-register for the “Mr. Mercedes Immersive Experience” at att.com/MrMercedesSDCC will receive a commemorative pin and chance to get a fast pass.

“Mr. Mercedes” Official Comic-Con Panel

(Date/Time and Panelists TBA)

Corsair Launches K70 RGB MK2 and Strafe RGB MK2 Gaming Keyboards

2018/06/21
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Geek News, News, Peripherals News, Trailers / Videos

FREMONT, CA, June 21st, 2018 – CORSAIR®, a world leader in PC gaming peripherals and enthusiast components, today announced the release of the new CORSAIR K70 RGB MK.2 and CORSAIR STRAFE RGB MK.2 range of mechanical gaming keyboards. Equipped with 100% Cherry MX high-quality mechanical keyswitches, the K70 RGB MK.2 RGB and STRAFE RGB MK.2 offer gamers a huge variety of switch type, including Cherry MX Red, MX Brown, MX Blue, Rapidfire MX Speed or MX Silent keyswitches*.

Whichever switch you pick, the K70 RGB MK.2 RGB and STRAFE RGB MK.2 both offer the comprehensive set of features that gamers demand; per-key RGB backlighting, 8MB of onboard profile storage and dedicated media keys are just the start, all powered by new CORSAIR iCUE software to synchronize lighting and control across all your CORSAIR iCUE compatible devices. Staying true to the CORSAIR legacy for quality and choice, the K70 RGB MK.2 RGB and STRAFE RGB MK.2 are ready to make their mark.

With durable aluminum construction and vibrant RGB lighting, the K70 RGB MK.2 continues the formula that has made the K70 a favorite with gamers around the world, while offering more Cherry MX mechanical keyswitch choices than ever before. Alongside the linear movement of Cherry MX Red, the tactile feedback of Cherry MX Brown, and the Rapidfire Cherry MX Speed, K70 RGB MK.2 see the return of Cherry MX Blue, and for the first time, the low-noise keystroke of Cherry MX Silent*, giving gamers more choice than ever when equipping their setup.

The K70 RGB MK.2’s solid brushed aluminum frame is ready to withstand a lifetime of gaming, while keeping styling simple and refined, and every key is individually backlit with stunning individually addressable RGB backlighting, allowing for nearly limitless customization. New for the K70 RGB MK.2, you can now take lighting profiles and key macros or remaps with you thanks to 8MB of onboard storage and hardware playback or use CORSAIR iCUE software to synchronize lighting across your entire CORSAIR setup with a single click. Loaded with extras, from textured FPS and MOBA keycaps, to an included soft-touch wrist rest and USB pass-through port, the K70 RGB MK.2 combines the features and choice gamers demand.

By popular demand, today also sees the launch of the K70 RGB MK.2 SE**. Clad in a silver anodized aluminum frame and boasting stunning white precision-molded double-shot keycaps that never fade, the K70 RGB MK.2 SE is made to stand out with an extra premium feel that comes through in every keypress.

The STRAFE RGB MK.2 and STRAFE RGB MK.2 MX Silent offer a low-noise mechanical keyboard option for those who demand silence. Cherry MX Silent keyswitches reduce noise by as much as 30%, helped by a durable casing and internal steel construction. Low noise doesn’t mean less features, with STRAFE RGB MK.2 boasting vivid per-key RGB backlighting, 8MB of onboard profile storage, a detachable wrist rest and dedicated media keys. Powered by CORSAIR iCUE software, STRAFE RGB MK.2 synchronizes amazing lighting effects across your iCUE setup, wields powerful macros and remaps with ease and includes a host of extras to help make it your own. Whether you’re streaming, playing games late into the night, or just don’t want to disturb those around you, STRAFE RGB MK.2 is the strong silent type you’ve been looking for.

Availability, Warranty and Pricing

The full line-up of K70 RGB MK.2 and STRAFE RGB MK.2 mechanical keyboards is available immediately from the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors, as well as direct from the www.corsair.com webstore.

All K70 RGB MK.2 and STRAFE RGB MK.2 mechanical keyboards are backed by a two-year warranty, and the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.

For up-to-date pricing of the K70 RGB MK.2 and STRAFE RGB MK.2, please refer to the CORSAIR website or contact your local CORSAIR sales or PR representative.

*Not all switch types are available in all regional layouts, see www.corsair.com for full details.

**K70 RGB MK.2 SE Available in NA and UK layouts only.

Teen Titans GO Figure! Release Date and Pre-Registration Info

2018/06/21
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Geek News, Mobile News, News, Trailers / Videos

ATLANTA – June 21, 2018 – Cartoon Network has announced alongside a new gameplay trailer that Teen Titans GO Figure! will launch on July 19, 2018, for $3.99 on iOS and Android smartphones and tablets via the App Store, Google Play and Amazon Appstore. Fans can pre-register today through the App Store and Google Play to receive notification when the game – inspired by the Warner Bros. Animation feature film “Teen Titans GO! to the Movies,” arriving in theaters on July 27, 2018 – becomes available.

The sequel to the top-selling mobile game Teeny Titans, Teen Titans GO Figure! is based on Cartoon Network’s hit animated series from DC and Warner Bros. Animation – Teen Titans Go! Someone’s trying to put the Teeny Titans Figure Company out of business and all signs point to… the Justice League?! Play as Robin, Raven, Cyborg, Starfire or Beast Boy, and explore iconic locations across Gotham City, Metropolis and beyond to search for clues to solve this larger-than-life mystery.

Teen Titans GO Figure! combines the cute 3D stylized figures, exciting battle system and engaging shopping simulation of the original with a new adventure featuring the DC universe’s greatest Super Heroes and Super-Villains. Collect and battle nearly 100 delightful figures, including fan-favorites like Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Black Lightning, Swamp Thing, Shazam and more, each customizable with colorful paint schemes for the perfect look.

Owners of the original Teeny Titans will receive a special Hooded Hood figure in Teen Titans GO Figure! for free when it launches. Players who beat Teeny Titans will unlock an additional bonus figure in game, as well.

Teen Titans GO Figure! is licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment on behalf of DC Entertainment.

App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/teen-titans-go-figure/id1323070827?mt=8
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.turner.ttgfigures2

Los Angeles Comic Con 2018 Dates Announced

2018/06/20
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Geek News, News

June 20, 2018 – Mark your calendars for L.A.’s biggest Comic Con and pop culture event of the year, the 8th annual Los Angeles Comic Con!  Over 100,000 fans, cosplayers, artists and celebrities are expected for this year’s mega comic book, sci-fi, horror, gaming, fantasy and Beyond extravaganza taking place at the L.A. Convention Center October 26-28.

Faithful fans know that the Early Bird pre-sale tickets go fast, and that this price — $60 for a 3-Day Pass, a $15 Savings – will never be seen again.  It is our best price – and that’s guaranteed!

The coveted 3-Day Pass is available now at www.comicconla.com.

The Octopus has been our faithful mascot from the beginning, so 2018 marks our 8th show — our #Octoversary! October 26, 27 and 28 will be days filled with the greatest and most beloved stars and creative talent in comic books, publishing, gaming, film, broadcast, cable and streaming entertainment, plus amazing, unique and exclusive product from over 700 artists and vendors.

By getting a 3-Day Pass you’ll be sure not to miss any of the exciting events and happenings, including:

  • The 4th Annual Cosplay National Championship
  • The revamped Tabletop Gaming Hall, featuring Magic tournaments, miniature painting, open gaming, demos, and more.
  • L.A.’s Ultimate Trick-or-Treat, the best, safest, FREE indoor trick-or-treat in L.A.
  • Geek Fest and the Geek Fest Awards, showcasing the best fan films and shorts from across the country
  • The Best Collection of Cosplayers in the known Universe
  • Shopping, Celebrity Autographs and Photographs, over 200 panels and so much more!

So, don’t wait, get your 3-Day Pass at this amazing Early Bird rate before they sell out.  Head over to L.A. Comic Con’s official website www.comicconla.com and lock down your advance badges now!

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden Gets New Gameplay Trailer

2018/06/20
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Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

OSLO, Norway – June 20th, 2018 – Announced just a few months ago, Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden rustled quite a few feathers when it introduced a crossbow-wielding, bipedal, and unusually sassy duck to the otherwise bleak apocalypse genre in its unique and surprising reveal CGI. During last week’s E3 in Los Angeles, publisher Funcom and the developers at The Bearded Ladies provided press with the first-ever hands-on demo and received several “Best of E3” awards and nominations for the tactical adventure game launching on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4 during the second half of 2018.

Today, as the E3 press embargo is lifted, Funcom and The Bearded Ladies also released the first gameplay trailer and announced the pricing, digital editions, and fired off the pre-order campaign for the game.

Now available for PC pre-order on buy.mutantyearzero.com, the game will be available in a Standard Edition ($34.99) and a Deluxe Edition ($54.99). The Deluxe Edition includes a desktop wallpaper, digital artbook, digital soundtrack, and a digital copy of the Mutant Year Zero pen-and-paper RPG book. Pre-ordering the Standard Edition will give you a three-day head start at launch while pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition gives you the three-day head start as well as access to a Beta version of the game before launch.

“Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is our passion project,” said The Bearded Ladies CEO Haraldur Thormundsson. “It’s the game we always wanted to do and we’re incredibly excited to be working on it. We truly believe the unique mix of turn-based tactical combat combined with freeform exploration, stealth, and story will offer something new and different gamers have never experienced before.”

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is powered by the Unreal Engine and will be available on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4 during the second half of 2018. The game is based on the classic Mutant IP that has spawned several popular pen and paper role-playing games since the 1980s, including the current Mutant: Year Zero from Free League and Modiphius Entertainment. The interactive IP rights are controlled by Heroic Signatures, a company owned by Funcom and the Cabinet Group (see earlier announcement). For more videos, screenshots, and information please visit the official website that launched today on www.mutantyearzero.com.

Die Hard 30th Anniversary Celebrated with Nakatomi Pop Up Shop

2018/06/19
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Geek News, Movie News, News

June 19, 2018, Century City, CA – This year marks the 30th anniversary of Nakatomi Plaza, the iconic tower located in Century City, CA. The Nakatomi Corporation is commemorating this milestone by opening the Nakatomi Plaza Gift Shop, an online pop-up store.

Now open, this ecommerce shop, inspired by the ground floor retail environment of the famed Nakatomi Tower will feature a wide collection of merchandise including all-new apparel, blankets, mugs, stationary, and accessories. For more information, please visit NakatomiGiftShop.com.

The 35-story Nakatomi skyscraper, created by renowned architect E.C. Chen, remains one of the most recognized locations in the world due to the 1988 Christmas Eve takeover and subsequent rescue.

In regards to the anniversary, the Nakatomi Corporation released the following statement: “Given the heroic events that surrounded our Los Angeles tower on Christmas Eve 1988, we believe this third decade milestone is a memorable anniversary worthy of a special gift shop. We salute, and thank again, the heroes of that fateful night – John McClane, Sgt. Al Powell, and all the employees of the Nakatomi Corp — and of course, we fondly remember the family and friends we tragically lost.”

Starz Launches YouTube TV Channel

2018/06/19
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Geek News, Industry News, News

Santa Monica, Calif. – June 19, 2018 – Starz, a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), and YouTube today announced the launch of STARZ and STARZ ENCORE premium pay TV channels and services – including STARZ, STARZ ENCORE and STARZ ENCORE WESTERNS – on YouTube TV.

The networks’ 14 STARZ and STARZ ENCORE channels are now available via YouTube TV for $9/month along with access to the network’s full STARZ and STARZ ENCORE VOD catalogs featuring Hollywood hits and popular movies, as well as both current and past seasons of STARZ Original series including the upcoming season five of “Power,” “Vida,” “Counterpart,” “Outlander,” “American Gods” and more.

“The addition of STARZ on YouTube TV offers consumers another exciting new way to subscribe to our channels and access the breadth of top quality original programming and content with the freedom to watch it anywhere, anytime,” said Jeffrey Hirsch, Chief Operating Officer at Starz. “With breakthrough STARZ original series, first-run hit movies including Rough Night and Spider-Man: Homecoming, as well as exclusive documentaries, STARZ is a great value for consumers who subscribe to this platform.”

“We are excited to expand the YouTube TV offering with Starz just in time for the premiere of Season 5 of ‘Power,’” said Heather Moosnick, Director of Content Partnerships, YouTube TV. “We know YouTube TV users will love exploring Starz’s incredible originals, movies and rich library in addition to our current ‘Best of TV’ base package, all in one seamless experience.”

About YouTube TV

YouTube TV offers cable-free live TV from over 60 networks, including ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC,  popular cable networks like TNT, TBS, CNN, ESPN, AMC, and FX, and local sports networks from NBC Sports, FOX Sports, and NESN in select markets. Subscribers can watch YouTube TV on any screen – mobile, tablet or computer – and easily watch onto TVs with apps built for Roku, Apple TV, Xbox One, Android TVs and Samsung and LG smart TVs. They can also watch with Chromecast, including Chromecast built-in TVs. YouTube TV includes a cloud DVR with no storage space limits. Subscribers may have up to six accounts per household, each with its own unique recommendations and personal DVR with no storage space limits. A YouTube TV membership is only $40 a month and there are no commitments – cancel anytime.

About Starz
Starz (www.starz.com), a Lionsgate company (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), is a leading global media and entertainment company that provides premium subscription video programming on domestic U.S. pay television networks and produces and distributes content for worldwide audiences, including its investment in the STARZ PLAY Arabia OTT service. Starz is home to the flagship STARZ® brand and STARZ ENCORE channels and provides high-quality, entertaining premium subscription video programming with 17 premium pay TV channels and associated on-demand and online services, including the STARZ app. Sold through U.S. multichannel video distributors, including cable operators, satellite television providers, telecommunications companies, and other online and digital platforms, Starz offers subscribers more than 5,000 distinct premium television episodes and feature films every year and up to 1,500 every month, including STARZ Original series, first-run movies and other popular movie and television programming.

Midsummer Scream Unveils Hall of Shadows Expansion for 2018

2018/06/19
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Geek News, Halloween, News

LONG BEACH, CA (June 19, 2018) – More than 20,000 fans of all things macabre are expected to make their annual pilgrimage to the Long Beach Convention Center in Southern California for the third annual Midsummer Scream, as the Hall of Shadows attraction expands to occupy 80,000 terrifying square feet of the world’s largest Halloween and horror convention.

“Hall of Shadows is a Halloween theme park set up within the convention center where brave guests can step into the darkness and find themselves surrounded by swirling fog and terrifying monsters,” explains Rick West, Creative Director, Midsummer Scream. “Here, visitors will experience over a dozen haunted attractions, live entertainment, and check out exhibitors who are right at home in this dimly-lit environment. Hall of Shadows is a virtual commercial for Halloween in Southern California, and has become a huge, unique feature of Midsummer Scream that isn’t replicated anywhere else.”

Midsummer Scream will feature vendors and exhibitors within the Hall, each one selected to be showcased in the dark due to their particular merchandise or product type. Guests will also enjoy a performance stage where they can watch horror-themed burlesque, magic, and much more throughout the weekend.

Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Fright Fest will be represented this year in the form of a terrifying scare zone that acts as the gateway to the featured haunted attractions area within the Hall of Shadows; this year marks the first time a major Southern California theme park has participated in such a way at Midsummer Scream.

Three times daily, Midsummer Scream presents the Decayed Brigade within its Hall of Shadows – a high-energy monster performance team made up of some of the best “sliders” in the world. Returning for their third year at Midsummer Scream, the Decayed Brigade is set to wow guests of all ages with their dynamic showmanship, intense physical stunts, and thrilling feats of strength and agility on a runway that stretches more than 100 feet in length among the Hall’s many haunted attractions.

All attractions within the Hall of Shadows are free with paid admission to Midsummer Scream. Those guests with Gold Bat Weekend Passes will receive one-hour early admission each day at 10 a.m. to the vendor show floor as well as Hall of Shadows. During general operating hours, Gold Bat passholders will find Front of Line access available at each haunted attraction within the Hall of Shadows.

Midsummer Scream has established itself as the premier venue for artisans and vendors to sell spooky merchandise, theme parks and film studios to tease their fans with coming attractions, cosplayers to take a walk on the dark side, makeup artists to show off their terrifying talents, professional haunters and industry experts to present world-class panel discussions, seminars, and classes. In addition to the amazing haunted attractions, displays, and exhibitors in the Hall of Shadows, Midsummer Scream features many experiences throughout the entire show, from theatrical productions to escape rooms and other alternate reality entertainment.

More detailed information regarding Hall of Shadows can be found here, on the official Midsummer Scream website at MidsummerScream.org.

Frostpunk Survivor Mode Now Live with Trailer

2018/06/19
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Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

June 18, 2018 — Frostpunk – a grim mixture of city-building, survival and a leadership game – is updating today with the launch of Survivor Mode. Promised in the road map few weeks ago, and eagerly awaited by the community, Survivor Mode is the ultimate evaluation of your skills in the arctic wasteland.

A special feature for the most seasoned arctic survivalists among Frostpunk players, 11 bit studios is prepared to challenge you like never before. If you find Hard difficulty all too easy, this new mode will be the true test of your ability to survive the winter apocalypse! You can pause the game only by opening a menu – there is no active pause whatsoever! – and your progress is only saved upon exit, so all your decisions are final. The difficulty level itself is also more rough and demanding – meeting the people’s needs or balancing the delicate economy of your city will be even harder. What’s more, finishing the game in this mode will reward you with some new achievements! More can be found as explained by the devs in the new Survivor Mode Update 1.1.0 video.

Frostpunk also launches its very first discount on Steam with a 15% price drop RIGHT NOW! Frostpunk deftly mixes the city-builder and survival genres to create the first society survival game. As the ruler of the last city on Earth, it is your duty to manage both its citizens and the infrastructure. What decisions will you make to ensure society’s survival? What will you do when pushed to breaking point? Who will you become in the process?

Find the game on: Steam, GOG.com, Humble Store

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