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Korn Releases New Music Video for World of Tanks Blitz Halloween Event

Wargaming today announced that the iconic band, Korn, and free-to-play video game titan, World of Tanks Blitz, launched a special Halloween collaboration, revealing the music video for ‘Finally Free’, a track featured on Korn’s latest studio album, The Nothing. The exclusive video sets the stage for World of Tanks Blitz’s brand-new Halloween mode: Burning Games.

Fans of the band and World of Tanks Blitz players won’t want to miss out on Convergence, a five-stage event which brings Korn to the widely popular game that boasts more than 137 million downloads globally. From October 16th through October 24th all players can complete in-game challenges to uncover pieces of band artwork and extra special items.

This event also features the brand-new Burning Games mode, where players will fight for dominance on the battlefield in order to secure in-game rewards. In a Halloween-themed twist, from the time the battle clock starts, every vehicle on the battlefield will start draining health like a vampire, and players will need to deal damage to their foes in order to get their health back. The Burning Games mode is available to all vehicles Tier V and above and runs from October 16th through October 24th.

“Wargaming is no stranger to musical collaborations, having teamed up with Iron Maiden, Swedish metallers Sabaton, and punk rock outfit, The Offspring, for previous projects,” said Andrey Ryabovol, Product Director of World of Tanks Blitz. “Korn is the perfect partner for our Halloween event, and we can’t wait for rock fans and World of Tanks Blitz players to experience this exciting collaboration.”

“I really like World of Tanks Blitz. It’s true to the era, there are a lot of great tanks in there, and you don’t just jump in and start shooting,” said Jonathan Davis, lead vocals, Korn. “I think there is a connection between rock and video games because video games are intense and rock ’n’ roll music is intense. It seems like they have always gone hand in hand.”

The music video for ‘Finally Free’ tells the story of Captain, a die-hard Korn fan (and a known character in the World of Tanks Blitz universe) who’s doing all he can to get to Korn’s live performance at the ‘Burning Games’. The problem is a crew of wasteland raiders who do all they can to keep him from his goal. Will he make it to the front row of the Korn show in time?

The Halloween extravaganza will also include The Way of the Raider, a 60-stage event. Tankers will be able to get Credits, Free XP, days of Premium Account, several camos, a сustom player profile, and two new post-apocalyptic vehicles: The Tier V Spike and the Tier VII Annihilator. Both tanks are featured in the new video from Korn. All tankers who complete all 60 stages will be able to get their hands on the unique animated “Radioactive Glow” camo. The Way of the Raider runs from October 16th through October 31st, and is available to all vehicles Tier V and above.

And finally, from October 24th through October 31st, Mad Games makes a welcome return. A true fan-favorite, the game mode gives tankers unique abilities ordinary tanks could only wish for.

Learn more about Korn’s latest release, The Nothing, here.

For more information, visit wotblitz.com.

Observer: System Redux Remembers Rutger Hauer

Bloober Team has released interview footage with the late Rutger Hauer from his time in-studio recording lines for Observer in one of his last acting roles as Dan Lazarski/Observer.

“Rutger was a good friend and will be missed,” said Piotr Babineo, Bloober Team CEO. “It was hard hearing him and knowing that he is not with us, but in a way, being able to share his voice again felt special. This interview really shows the depth of passion he had in his role as Dan — he was a wonderful person, and we’re deeply sorry that he passed.”

“While developing System Redux, many of us on the team would talk about what it was like to work with him.” Said Babineo. “As a team, we’re in love with Rutger’s work and this game is as great a tribute to him as we could make. There’s a hidden in-game Easter egg nodding to his iconic role as Roy in Blade Runner.”

LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special Gets New Poster

Disney+ is bringing together some of the brightest stars in the Star Wars galaxy for the ultimate holiday family reunion, the “LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special.” Today the streaming service also gave fans a first look at key art for the special, set to premiere on Tuesday, November 17, also known as the fan-favorite holiday Life Day first introduced in the 1978 “Star Wars Holiday Special.”

Franchise stars reprising their roles in the “LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special” include Kelly Marie Tran (Rose Tico), Billy Dee Williams (“Lando Calrissian”), Anthony Daniels (“C-3PO”), as well as “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” vets Matt Lanter (Anakin Skywalker), Tom Kane (Yoda, Qui-Gon Jinn), James Arnold Taylor (Obi-Wan Kenobi), and Dee Bradley Baker (clone troopers).

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“The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special” reunites Rey, Finn, Poe, Chewie, Rose and the droids for a joyous feast on Life Day. Rey sets off on a new adventure with BB-8 to gain a deeper knowledge of the Force. At a mysterious Jedi Temple, she is hurled into a cross-timeline adventure through beloved moments in Star Wars cinematic history, coming into contact with Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Yoda, Obi-Wan and other iconic heroes and villains from all nine Skywalker saga films. But will she make it back in time for the Life Day feast and learn the true meaning of holiday spirit?

“The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special” is a production of Atomic Cartoons, the LEGO Group, and Lucasfilm. It is directed by Ken Cunningham and written by David Shayne, who is also co-executive producer. James Waugh, Josh Rimes, Jason Cosler, Jacqui Lopez, Jill Wilfert and Keith Malone are executive producers.

EVE Online Phoenix Quadrant 4 Trailer

Today, CCP Games are excited to reveal Phoenix, the fourth and final Quadrant of 2020 coming to the deep and uniquely player-driven spacefaring MMO game EVE Online. As the Triglavian invasion comes to its year-long finale, EVE pilots will be faced with rebuilding New Eden and carving new pathways in the aftermath of star-spanning changes disrupting interstellar travel. Quadrant 4: Phoenix is now live and will see the release of free content updates to all players throughout the rest of the year.

Capping off this year’s expansive and space-shattering series of updates, begun by Quadrant 1: Fight or Flight, continuing in Quadrant 2: Eclipse and culminating in all-out war with Quadrant 3: Zenith, the Phoenix Quadrant will end the year in spectacular fashion, offering new rewards, challenges, content, visual updates and key balance changes.

“This year, the culmination of the Triglavian Collective’s plans has wreaked havoc upon New Eden, a universe-wide invasion that has devastated both star-systems and the lives of its citizens alike,” said Bergur Finnbogason, EVE Online’s Creative Director. “In shifting to Quadrants in 2020 we have been able to dream bigger, to create more meaningful, impactful content that challenges and engages our players. With Phoenix, we are taking Capsuleers past the invasion and posing the question: how do you shape your future?”

Quadrant 4: Phoenix thrusts EVE pilots into a universe ravaged by war, amidst the embers and wreckage of a Triglavian invasion that has profoundly affected the lives of New Eden’s citizens. In the aftermath of their invasion, the Triglavian Collective’s usurping of many star systems has irrevocably changed the landscape of New Eden. Pilots have joined their cause, taken up arms against them, and in some cases have been forced to relocate to other systems. In the wake of interstellar travel disruptions across the cluster, some systems will be permanently inaccessible through conventional means.

EVE’s colossal Supercarrier class vessels will be receiving a major update in the Phoenix Quadrant, including the introduction of a new clone vat bay feature that will enable pilots to spawn new ships directly from a Supercarrier’s bay if they are destroyed in combat, allowing players to get back into the action.

As the Quadrant unfolds, the Crimson Harvest and Yoiul Festival will return once again to celebrate the close of the year, offering new customization options and content for players to enjoy. Additional daily challenges will be available and expanded upon, giving pilots more reasons to undock and engage.

Lastly, the highly popular Abyssal Proving Grounds events will continue with new game modes, ship classes and leaderboards, allowing pilots to enter the lawless and chaotic Abyssal Deadspace, engaging in intense PvP combat to prove their worth and emerge victorious.

EVE Online can be downloaded for free by visiting www.eveonline.com.

MudRunner Mobile Gets American Wilds DLC

MudRunner Mobile, Saber Interactive and Focus Home Interactive’s ultimate mobile off-road experience for iOS and Android, is dropping even more new content today with the release of the premium “American Wilds” DLC. This new expansion adds two new American maps and vehicles, plus new missions and add-ons.

Take on two new Scavenge maps: Mount Logmore and Grizzly Creek. With all the major facilities located around the tarmac perimeter, you’ll need to explore carefully as you search for logs scattered around the map. Two new challenge maps, Crane Operator II and Freight-Ex, are also arriving to test your skills with this expansion’s two new vehicles.

The new K-9000 Forwarder is a powerful 8×8 truck with great fuel efficiency. Meanwhile, the K-8400 Skidder, with a powerful front-blade that can push through difficult terrain, functions as a top-of-the-line off-road and rescue vehicle. Both machines come with their own specialized add-ons, and the DLC includes a set of brand-new trailers, as well!

With its trademark physics engine and challenging missions, MudRunner fans and newcomers alike can enjoy the realistic, immersive off-roading that has made the series a hit on PC and consoles.

The “American Wilds” DLC is available to purchase now in the in-game shop. MudRunner is available on iOS and Android-compatible devices.

RUNE II: Decapitation Edition Announcement Trailer

A berserker viking and his psychopathic sidekicks wander into Midgard for bloody escapades leading to a showdown with Loki — that’s right, RUNE II: Decapitation Edition charges onto Steam November 13. Sharpen your axe and groom your Viking beard, it’s GO time! Chock full of dungeons with gangly beasts, new combat mechanics, a skill system of godly abilities, and a revamped quest system, RUNE II: Decapitation Edition has been rebirthed as an experience worthy for the bloodthirsty warriors that laugh when charging into battle. In this journey to open the ultimate can of whoopass on Loki and save Midgard, you’ll need wicked weapons, raucous friends, and lots and lots of mead.

Steam players will also get the exclusive Dragon Armor available for a limited time when they jump into RUNE II: Decapitation Edition on November 13!

Abandoned and sabotaged by the original developers, RUNE II was left in a state of disarray. Raised from the ashes by Studio 369, the game has now emerged for a Steam launch as a re-envisioned story of betrayal, rebirth and revenge. Call upon the power of the Viking deities Odin, Hel, or Thor to bless your quest to take down a God. Explore an expanded Midgard world with buildable villages and loot-filled dungeons. Battle savage hordes of enemies from Norse legends alone or online with friends. Severing that old human head has freed the dev team to bring a glorious and victorious Viking adventure – RUNE II: Decapitation Edition!

RUNE II: Decapitation Edition will be launching on Steam on November 13. For keeping up on all things RUNE II: Decapitation Edition, join the epic Viking war cry on Discord, read the latest update on our website, like us on Facebook and Instagram, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and follow us on Twitch and Twitter.

Second Extinction Early Access Launch Trailer

Systemic Reaction, a creative division of Avalanche Studios Group, has launched the online co-op shooter Second Extinction on PC via Steam Early Access for $24.99. Dinosaurs are back, they’ve taken over the Earth, and it’s up to you to send them back to the history books. Gear up with a wide range of powerful weapons and fight alone or with friends against monstrous predators long thought extinct — now mutated and deadlier than ever!

Second Extinction pits teams of up to three players against hordes of bloodthirsty dinos in fast-paced and intense battles across Earth’s sprawling wastelands. Starting today, players have access to four heroes, 10 weapons with five upgrade tiers each, and six missions plus special side quests spread over seven regions. As early access continues, players will get free updates featuring new weapons, difficulty settings, dinosaur mutations, War Effort emergence events and more. You can keep track of new content and features coming in the future with the game’s developer roadmap.

The War Effort is Second Extinction’s community-driven global metagame and reflects changes in the ongoing fight against the dinos. By completing missions and activities, you’ll directly influence the threat level and challenge you’ll encounter in different areas around the map. Win the battle with your squad — win the war with players all over the world!

Second Extinction is also in development for Xbox Series X and Xbox One. For more information, visit www.SecondExtinctionGame.com, and follow @2nd_Extinction on Twitter.

MLB 9 Innings 20 Announces 4th Anniversary Celebration

It’s a four-bagger as leading mobile game developer Com2uS marks the four-year anniversary for hit mobile game MLB 9 INNINGS 20 with special in-game events and giveaways. Celebrating four years of home runs and double plays, the MLB 9 INNINGS series launched globally with an official MLB license in 2016 and has maintained a massive fanbase ever since.

All baseball fans who access the game before Saturday, Oct. 31 will receive a “Free 4th Anniversary Package” consisting of various popular items. Com2uS is also holding a major league event during this period in which users can earn a slew of generous rewards and prizes to help stack up their teams.

Fans can collect “Four Year Coins” by playing various game modes, which they can use to exchange for up to 50 Premium Player Packs to get high-end players from Silver to Diamond grade at “MAX” stats. Depending on the cumulative results, players will be awarded special game prizes such as the Player Upgrade Ticket, considered the most popular and useful item in MLB 9 INNINGS 20.

In addition, MLB 9 INNINGS 20 introduced a new “Mentor System” that can upgrade players according to the user’s own specific strategy. Users can register player cards that match a mentor’s stat requirements to increase their own player’s stats in that category, making them a stronger addition to the team.

Additional updates as part of the MLB 9 INNINGS 20 Fourth Anniversary celebration include:

● Match Relay now supports the Korean language alongside English, Japanese and Chinese

● World Series in-game content to gather predictions and momentum for the 2020 MLB playoffs

MLB 9 INNINGS has a full license agreement with Major League Baseball, and offers the most up-to-date MLB experience on mobile devices. The game has received steady love in the U.S. and many other countries since its release, and has recorded top 10 and accumulated 40 million downloads in sports games in Google Play (83 countries) and Apple App Store (57 countries).

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Amnesia: Rebirth Story and Environments Trailer

Listen to Salim, one of the surviving crew members of the Cassandra, as you enjoy an early look at some of the environments from Amnesia: Rebirth, the most anticipated horror game of the year by Swedish developer Frictional Games. Amnesia: Rebirth is launching on October 20th on PC and PlayStation 4. Pre-orders available on Steam, GOG.com, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation Store.

Follow Amnesia: Rebirth on Steam, GOG, EPIC GAMES, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, or the official website at http://amnesiarebirth.com/.

Song of Horror Console Launch Delayed

Raiser Games and Protocol Games can today announce that the forthcoming release of Song of Horror on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, which was due to launch later this month, is now scheduled for Q1 2021.

Multiple factors led to the difficult decision to move the launch date back, with both parties keen to ensure the console versions deliver the best possible experience for gamers. As a result, more development time is required to ensure Song of Horror fans are treated to the game they deserve. You can read more details about the decision over on Raiser Games’ Twitter feed.

Expect further details in the month ahead.

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Raiser Games – https://twitter.com/RaiserGames

Protocol Games – https://twitter.com/Protocol_Games