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Planet Coaster Gets Official Launch Date

2016/08/17

Cambridge, UK. 17 August 2016. Frontier Developments plc (AIM: FDEV) today announced Planet Coaster will launch for PC on 17 November 2016.

Be the boss this Holiday season as you Create, Manage and Share the world’s greatest coaster parks with friends and content creators around the world. Surprise, delight and thrill your guests as you build your coaster park empire, and let your imagination run wild with the future of coaster park simulation games.

Create. Anyone can create in Planet Coaster. Build coasters, lay paths, design scenery and customize rides with Planet Coaster’s piece-by-piece construction. Sculpt the world to raise mountains, form lakes, dig caverns and even build islands in the sky!

Manage. The most sophisticated park simulation in gaming history makes management fun. Control every aspect of your park and see your guests react in an instant as you build your coaster empire. Together, your guests tell you at a glance just how well you’re doing.

Share. Be inspired and inspire others. Share your creations with the world, and download the best parks, rides and scenery from your friends, community celebrities or the Planet Coaster team. Build it, name it and share it!

Pre-order Planet Coaster on Steam starting 25 August for £26.99 ($24.99, €31.99). Or grab the pre-order exclusive Planet Coaster Thrillseeker Edition for £29.99 ($39.99, €36.99) with digital soundtrack, sketchbook, a special in-game hat and T-shirt, and full Beta access before launch.

Early Bird players can experience Planet Coaster today with Alpha access. Alpha access is currently available exclusively on the Frontier Store until 25 August, when Alpha access will be closed to all new customers.

The third and final update to Planet Coaster Alpha will be released 23 August and unlocks community sharing features and Steam Workshop support for Alpha players, together with new coaster types, new rides and an all-new desert landscape.

Alpha 3 will continue to be playable and supported by Frontier until Planet Coaster prepares to enter its Beta phase shortly before launch.

See the brand new Planet Coaster developer diary featuring the work of Frontier’s critically-acclaimed audio team at YouTube.com/PlanetCoaster.

And starting 11:30AM CET on 18 August, tune into the Planet Coaster livestream direct from the Gamescom show floor for reveals, developer interviews and more.

Visit the Planet Coaster website, pre-order, get early access and even become part of the game at PlanetCoaster.com. Join Planet Coaster on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram all @PlanetCoaster.

For Honor Collector’s Case Edition Unveiled

2016/08/17

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Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

Cologne, Germany — August 17, 2016 — Today, during Gamescom, Ubisoft® announced the content of the For Honor Collector’s Case, exclusively on Uplay. Players will follow the path of the warriors and dominate the battlefield with the For Honor™ Collector’s Case, which contains premium digital and physical content along with three 1/3 scale full metal faction helmet replicas and the Season Pass. For Honor will be available on February 14th, 2017.

The Collector’s Case of For Honor will offer:

• For Honor™ Gold Edition: the base game, the Digital Deluxe Pack from the Deluxe Edition, and the full Season Pass
• An exclusive Collector’s Box
• Three 1/3 scale, full metal warrior helmets on wooden stands representing the Knights, the Vikings and the Samurai
• An exclusive lithography
• The game’s original soundtrack

Additionally, fans who pre-order For Honor will receive the Legacy Battle Pack. This pack includes three Hero outfits embodying the ferocious spirit of each faction. These three armor styles are exclusive to the Legacy Battle Pack and wearable by the Warden, Raider, and Kensei Heroes.

To get the latest news and content about For Honor and have a chance to play the game first, please register at www.forhonorgame.com.

For more information about For Honor, please follow us on Facebook atwww.facebook.com/ForHonorGame and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/ForHonorGame.

For the latest on all of Ubisoft’s games, please visit http://www.ubiblog.com.

Attack on Titan Launch Trailer

2016/08/16

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Geek News, News, PlayStation 3 News, PlayStation 4 News, PS Vita News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

Burlingame, Calif. and COLOGNE — August 16, 2016 — KOEI TECMO America today confirmed at Gamescom 2016 that the narrative within the upcoming Attack on Titan game will extend beyond the events of the show’s first season. A brand new launch trailer has been revealed alongside the announcement in anticipation of the upcoming release of the fast-paced action game based on the hugely successful manga and anime series. Attack on Titan will release on August 30, 2016 for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, and Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, as well as digitally for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®Vita handheld system and Windows PC via Steam®.

Showcasing the Scout Regiment as they repel the fearsome Titans threatening humanity, the launch trailer for Attack on Titan officially reveals that players will be able to play beyond the end of the show’s first season via extra game-exclusive missions! Capturing intense, action-packed combat and impressive attack moves, the launch trailer reveals two sinister new types of Titans for players to take down. The Armored Titan, a 50 foot tall behemoth with immense strength and speed can destroy anything in its path, and the monstrous Beast Titan is a gigantic ape-like creature that uses immeasurable amounts of force to crush its foes! These extra missions offer additional high-octane battles and exhilarating action within the Attack on Titan universe.

Those who pre-order Attack on Titan from Amazon, GameStop or Best Buy will receive two different downloadable bonus costumes: The Clean-Up Eren & Levi Costumes, as well as Mikasa’s Costume ‘Summer Festival’. Alternatively, those who purchase on PlayStation®4 digitally through the PlayStation®Store will receive a selection of Character Avatars featuring fan-favorite characters Eren, Levi and Mikasa!

Logitech Unveils G Pro Gaming Mouse

2016/08/16

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Geek News, News, Peripherals News

NEWARK, Calif. — Aug. 16, 2016 — Logitech (SIX: LOGN) (NASDAQ: LOGI) today announced the Logitech® G Pro Gaming Mouse. Designed for eSports athletes, this new gaming mouse features Logitech’s most accurate optical gaming sensor, a metal spring button tensioning system, onboard memory for driver-free operation on tournament systems, and a comfortable, durable yet lightweight design. The Logitech G Pro Gaming Mouse builds on the heritage and global popularity of the Logitech G100s shape with top competitive eSports professionals, and combines it with the incredible speed, accuracy and responsiveness of the G303.

“The benefit of working with eSports players is that they tell us what they like, and more importantly, what they don’t like,” said Ujesh Desai, vice president and general manager of gaming at Logitech. “Our new Logitech G Pro Gaming Mouse takes what eSports pros loved about the G100s and G303 and combines it into a mouse that we’re confident will meet their standards.”

“Competing at the top level requires a well-built mouse,” said Tyler “Skadoodle” Latham of Cloud 9 CS:GO. “After working closely with Logitech and extensive testing, the new Pro Gaming Mouse is my preferred mouse. With a comfortable shape and top-of-the-line sensor, I never have problems picking off my enemies.”

Advanced Optical Gaming Sensor

Consistent, pixel-precise accuracy makes a critical difference in high-stakes competitive gameplay. The PMW3366 sensor delivers a level of precision widely considered to be the best by enthusiasts and professionals alike. With zero smoothing, filtering or acceleration across the entire DPI range (200-12,000 DPI), it provides exceptional tracking accuracy and consistent responsiveness at any speed.

Metal Spring Button Tensioning System

The metal spring button tensioning system in the Logitech G Pro Gaming Mouse enhances the consistency of the left and right mouse buttons and reduces the force required to click. This helps deliver crisp, reliable click performance for your highest level of competition.

Comfortable, Durable and Lightweight Design

The Logitech G Pro Gaming mouse is the culmination of more than 30 years of engineering and manufacturing experience. The mouse is optimized to reduce weight to improve comfort, stability and responsiveness. Every aspect of the engineering has been rigorously tested to make sure it can stand up to even the most intense gaming. The top surface of the Logitech G Pro Gaming Mouse is treated with a special coating to improve durability and grip, and the left and right buttons are tested to exceed 20 million clicks – the equivalent of a pro gamer training 10 hours every day for two years.

Onboard Memory for Driver-free Operation on Tournament Systems

Because you can’t always guarantee the tournament machine will have your configuration software available, or even that it’s allowed to be installed, the Logitech G Pro Gaming Mouse lets you save your exact DPI settings, button assignments, and lighting configuration to the onboard memory in the mouse, all using the Logitech Gaming Software (LGS), so you’ll never have to worry about whether your setup is right.

Pricing and Availability

The Logitech G Pro Gaming Mouse is expected to be available in the U.S. and Europe beginning August 2016 for a suggested retail price of $69.99 and €79.95 respectively. For more information please visit gaming.logitech.com and check out our videos of the Pro Gaming Mouse here.

About Logitech
Logitech designs products that have an everyday place in people’s lives, connecting them to the digital experiences they care about. Over 30 years ago Logitech started connecting people through computers, and now it’s designing products that bring people together through music, gaming, video and computing. Founded in 1981, Logitech International is a Swiss public company listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (LOGN) and on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (LOGI). Find Logitech at www.logitech.com, the company blog or @Logitech.

Mafia III Gamescom 2016 Trailer

2016/08/16

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

August 16, 2016 – 2K and Hangar 13 today released Mafia III – The Heist – Official Gamescom 2016 Trailer. The Mafia took so much from so many in its rise to power in New Bordeaux. When Lincoln Clay came back from Vietnam, his family was all he had. One night would change it all.

Fans attending gamescom can be a part of the next chapter in revenge with a thrilling new Mafia III experience, presented in two stunning recreations of 1960s era cinemas. Check out Mafia III at the 2K consumer booth in Hall 6.1, Booth #B10/11!

Mafia III will be available October 7, 2016 for PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One and Windows PC. Mafia III is rated M by the ESRB.

Batman: Arkham VR Reactions Trailer

2016/08/15

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Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos

August 15, 2016 – In June, Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment announced Batman: Arkham VR to excitement from fans all over the world. If you haven’t witnessed first-hand what it’s like to become Batman, then the newest trailer for Batman: Arkham VR will give you a glimpse of what players are calling the closest you’ll ever get to stepping into the role of the World’s Greatest Detective.

In this first Dark Knight virtual reality experience, you’ll descend into the Batcave, don the cowl and immerse yourself in Gotham City and Wayne Manor like never before.

Batman: Arkham VR is the winner of the first ever E3 Game Critics Award for Best VR Game. Developed by Rocksteady Studios, creators of the critically acclaimed Batman: Arkham trilogy, Batman: Arkham VR is based on DC’s core Batman license and will be available exclusively for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system with PlayStation®VR in October 2016 for MSRP of $19.99.

PowerA Unveils FUSION Xbox One Controller

2016/08/15

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Geek News, News, Peripherals News

Woodinville WA – August 15, 2016 — PowerA today announced the unveiling of a new FUSION Controller for Xbox One, that is powered by a combination of advanced, customizable hardware and features that let every gamer take control of their individual preferences. The FUSION Controller for Xbox One contains the features of an advanced level controller at a competitive price. It ships to retailers starting September 1, 2016 for $49.99 USD (MSRP).

Officially licensed by Microsoft, the FUSION Controller is designed for Xbox One with hardware and features including the following:

Six interchangeable analog sticks that offer up to 14 different combinations for fine-tuned accuracy
Two customizable pro gaming buttons allow gamers to map actions to buttons on the back of the controller
Quick- trigger locks for rapid fire capability
Dual rumble motors and impulse triggers allow gamers to feel every bit of the action
Tournament-legal 9.8ft braided USB cable means that gamers will never run out of batteries
3.5mm audio input

For more information, visit PowerA.com.

Police Simulator – Law Enforcement Announced with Trailer

2016/08/15

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Moenchengladbach/Germany, August 15th, 2016 – Dazzling blue lights, high-speed chases and exciting investigative work: hobby sleuths can be looking forward to a new police simulation game for their PC! In cooperation with Portuguese developer Bigmoon Entertainment, astragon Entertainment is very happy to announce Police Simulator – Law Enforcement today.

In Police Simulator – Law Enforcement the player gets the chance to slip into the role of a real US police officer and discover – either as a male or female cop – the exciting day-to-day policework while on patrol through a city with a high crime rate. The extremely expansive and thanks to the use of the Unreal® Engine 4 very lifelike metropolis can be explored freely by the player during his shifts.

The virtual policeman will be able to use realistically recreated US police vehicles including fully functional cockpits to hurry with blue lights and blaring sirens to crime scenes throughout the different neighborhoods of the city. In his courageous fight against crime he will of course also have access to a great variety of authentic equipment such as tasers, handcuffs, radios, guns and many more.

As crime fighting in a big city is always a full-time job, players will be able to patrol the streets as a team of two in the cooperative multiplayer mode of Police Simulator – Law Enforcement and grant each other the support necessary for their dangerous job.

Police Simulator – Law Enforcement will be released for PC in 2017. More information about the game will be coming soon, the official reveal trailer however can already be enjoyed today on youtube: https://youtu.be/XV-pbkrzCNc

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Halloween Horror Nights Orlando Unveils VR Haunted Experience

2016/08/12

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Geek News, Halloween, News

ORLANDO, Fla. (August 12, 2016) – Universal Orlando Resort is unveiling a cutting-edge – and terrifying – interactive experience that will blend custom virtual reality technology with real-life characters and environments to create a whole new generation of psychological horror.

The twisted minds behind Universal Orlando’s award-winning Halloween Horror Nights have combined forces with Universal Creative, the creators of award-winning theme park attractions, to produce a next-level, immersive theater experience that seamlessly bridges live action and virtual reality (VR).

“The Repository” is an exclusive, limited-time attraction with an entirely unique storyline that will pave the way for even more brand new, best-in-class experiences across Universal Orlando Resort. Throughout this extended, heart-pounding adventure, guests will explore highly thematic physical environments and interact with real-life characters – all while working in small teams to solve a dark mystery unfolding before them. Universal Orlando is working with VRstudios (VRcade), a Bellevue, Washington company specializing in unique VR experiences. The company designed a first-of-its-kind VR platform to be used inside the experience.

“The Repository” will be available to guests during select Halloween Horror Nights events, beginning Sept. 29 and running through Oct. 31. Guests can upgrade their Halloween Horror Nights event ticket to become a part of the ultimate paranormal experience.

This limited-time experience can be purchased for $49.99 plus tax and will be available for purchase by calling 407-224-7840. Halloween Horror Nights admission is also required. Universal Orlando Annual Passholders can purchase tickets beginning August 16. Tickets will be available to the general public beginning August 23.

WARNING: This is an intense experience not recommended for thrill seekers younger than 13 years old.

River City: Tokyo Rumble Cast Revealed

2016/08/11

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Geek News, News, Nintendo 3DS News

Burlingame, CA. – Aug. 11, 2016 – Natsume Inc., a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, has announced part of the roster for their upcoming RPG brawler for the Nintendo 3DS, River City: Tokyo Rumble. Some of the characters players will be able to take control of are series favorites such as Misuzu, Shinji, Riki, and, of course, Kunio himself.

“We’re excited to be able to deliver such a diverse cast of characters for River City fans,” said Hiro Maekawa, President & CEO of Natsume. “We know that a lot of River City fans have been waiting to play as some of their series favorites in English for a long time now, so we can’t wait to hear what series fans and newcomers alike think of the game and its eclectic cast of characters.”

Here’s a partial list of the River City: Tokyo Rumble characters:

KUNIO – Kunio seeks to take back Tokyo from the massive Lion Alliance gang. Kunio is a thug with a heart of gold who looks out for his pals and fights for justice.

RIKI – A misunderstanding with Kunio roped Riki into the fray. Riki fights for justice, but when he gets really mad, he snaps and goes berserk.

MISAKO – Misako frowns on delinquents, but makes an exception for Kunio.

SHINJI – Shinji went to school with Riki and is older, so he expects to be respected. He demands respect from his lowerclassmen, with fists if necessary!

MISUZU – Physically huge, Misuzu intimidates people and has a tough personality to match. Treat this delicate flower like a lady, or she’ll introduce you to her fists!

RANDY – Returning from River City Ransom, twins Randy and Andy make up the Double Dragons!

SABU – Gunning for revenge against Kunio, who previously humiliated the Sanwa Gang. Fans of Renegade should remember this bad guy!

TEX – Usually easygoing, until something gets him riled. Then he turns nasty! Watch out for his spin attack!

TIGER CLAW – The younger of the Double Tigers wrestling brothers!

Players can follow the latest news for all of the beloved Natsume franchises at www.natsume.com and by scooping all of the latest Natsume updates, contests, screen shots and more at www.natsume.com/facebook and www.twitter.com/natsume_inc.

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