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Razer Unleashes Naga Pro Wireless Gaming Mouse

2020/09/03

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Naga Pro wireless gaming mouse. From MMO to MOBA, Battle Royale, First-person shooter games, and more – the Naga Pro’s three swappable side plates make adapting to different game genres easier than ever before.

The Razer Naga Pro is the newest addition to the Razer™ HyperSpeed wireless line up, and draws and improves upon the success of the Naga Trinity, which first introduced the three-in-one modular design. It packs all the latest and greatest in gaming technology while still retaining its core, fan-favorite design. Built to offer gamers greater choice and customization, the Naga Pro caters to many different games and playstyles.

“We are all gamers, but we play in many different ways,” says Alvin Cheung, Senior Vice President of Razer’s Peripherals Business Unit. “Customization has always been a key component of inclusivity by enabling more gamers to play together. The Naga Pro embodies this ideal and gives everyone the control to play their own way, unrestrained by a cord.”

A multi-genre design for maximum customizability

The updated modular design now features three magnetic side plates with two, six, or 12 programmable button layouts. The six-button side plate is a newly designed layout debuting for the first time on the Naga Pro. Each side plate is designed to complement specific game genres: the 12-button plate for MMO/RTS games, the six-button plate for Battle Royale/MOBA, and the two-button plate for FPS games.

· The 12-button side plate features the greatest number of buttons to optimize skill rotations and macros, with ergonomic positioning for instant access. It is perfect for situations where timing and precision are most crucial like in MMO or RTS games.

· The 6-button side plate offers a balance of control and accessibility. This layout is ergonomically designed with Battle Royale or MOBA games in mind. The buttons are laid out in two rows for quick access to skills or items, and it comes with a side grip for more controlled swipes.

· The 2-button side plate is the standard fit for FPS games. Where precision matters most, its larger rubberized grip provides maximum control in every shootout. It is complemented by two buttons for just essential commands like crouching or sniping.

The side plates give gamers access to an unmatched total of up to 20 programmable buttons. With Razer Hypershift, accessible through Razer’s Synapse software, each button can also be layered with a secondary function for maximum control and customizability. For swift and easy access, the Naga Pro can store up to five on-board memory profiles – even without the software.

Upgraded with the latest innovations

The Naga Pro is driven by the Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless technology, trusted and proven by top esports athletes, for a connection faster than most wired mice. As an added benefit, Razer HyperSpeed Wireless requires less power from the mouse than other wireless gaming mice, extending the battery life of the Naga Pro to last up to 100 hours of continuous gaming on 2.4 Ghz or even up to 150 hours on Bluetooth. And if the battery does run low, the Naga Pro can be charged while gaming via wired connection through the included Razer SpeedFlex cable for drag-free control. It is also compatible with wireless charging via the Razer Mouse Dock Chroma (sold separately).

For pixel-precise accuracy, the Naga Pro stars the Razer™ Focus+ 20K DPI Optical Sensor. Razer’s leading Optical Sensor features the highest specs on the market including intelligent functions such as Motion Sync that flawlessly tracks mouse movements and can be calibrated for personal preference via Smart Tracking or Asymmetric Cut-off.

The Naga Pro also sports the Razer™ Optical Mouse Switches which harness the speed of light instead of using physical contacts – for instant actuations and unrivaled durability of up to 70 million clicks. Gamers will no longer need to fear unintended double clicks, which can happen with traditional mouse switches that degrade over an extended period.

With its three swappable side plates, and packed with the latest and greatest in mouse technology, the new Razer Naga Pro is the most versatile and most advanced Naga ever.

ABOUT THE RAZER NAGA PRO

3 swappable side plates for personalized button configurations
Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless for a connection faster than wired mice
19+1 programmable buttons for extended controls
Razer™ Focus+ 20K DPI Optical Sensor for cutting-edge precision
Razer™ Optical Mouse Switch for actuation at the speed of light
3 modes of connection – HyperSpeed Wireless / Bluetooth / Speedflex wired

For more information, please see here.

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

Razer Naga Pro: $149.99 USD / €169.99 MSRP

Razer.com and authorized resellers: September 3, 2020

Monstrum Physical Edition Pushed Back to October

2020/09/02

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Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 News, Xbox One News

SOEDESCO® announced that the physical edition of Monstrum on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4 and Xbox One releases on October 23, 2020. The game, which saw its digital release on console on May 22 of this year, is a great fit for fans of the survival horror genre that love thrilling hide and seek gameplay.

A nightmarish cargo ship
Set aboard an abandoned vessel, your chilling surroundings will keep you on edge as you try to avoid the terrifying monstrosities that hunt you down. Cracked floors, misty hallways and rooms that look frighteningly abandoned; the old ship is everything but pleasant to be on. Players must scavenge the ship for clues and tools to plan their escape route. However, procedurally generated levels shake things up. Rooms relocate, items switch, and you never know which of the 3 random monsters you’re up against, making it a nightmarish challenge for you to find the necessities you need in order to escape from the ship.

The Signifier Release Date Trailer

2020/09/02

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Raw Fury and Playmestudio have revealed that The Signifier, a surreal first-person tech-noir mystery adventure that blends investigation, experimental psychology, and artificial intelligence, will launch on October 15 for Windows PC via Steam and other digital stores. When the vice president of the world’s largest tech company turns up dead in her home, it’s up to you to examine her death using advanced technology to interpret the mind.

Step foot into the Dreamwalker, a deep brain scanner which recreates recorded senses in the virtual world, and venture into the memories of the deceased. Within the strange and unpredictable depths of the human consciousness, you’ll unravel a multi-layer narrative of power and intrigue that will leave you questioning everything. Move freely between three dimensions — reality, the objective and the subjective — exploring different events and environments for clues, solving puzzles, and putting the pieces together to discover the truth.

Game Features:

A compelling narrative that spirals into a complex web of real-world intrigue and surreal suspense.
Three coexisting dimensions to explore: reality, objective memories and subjective dreams.
Move between realms to solve puzzles, unlock new dialogue branches, and unravel the mystery.
Learn psychological concepts and use your powers and tools to navigate the strange and unpredictable unconsciousness.
Become immersed in thought-provoking tension, free from jump scares.
Question the implications of AI, intrusion to the consciousness, privacy, and the subjective creation of our minds.

The Signifier is available to wishlist now on Steam and expected to release on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One in early 2021. For more information, check out https://www.thesignifier.com.

Six Flags Great Adventure Announces Drive-in Concert

2020/09/02

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Six Flags Great Adventure will host a drive-in concert experience on Saturday, October 3, 2020 featuring Contemporary Christian duo for KING & COUNTRY called “Together – A Live Drive-In Tour”. Presented by Creation Concerts and Premier Productions, the drive-in tour is a live performance to be held in the Six Flags parking lot. Gates will open at 5pm and the concert will begin at 7pm. Tickets start at $125 per car with 4 passengers. Additional passengers can be added for $25. A limited number of VIP Early Entry tickets will also be available. Tickets go on sale to the public on September 1st at www.PlatformTickets.com.

Guests will park their vehicle in an oversized parking space which will allow for social distancing. The event will follow all CDC guidelines. Due to current city and state COVID-19 restrictions, all guests must remain in their vehicle during the concert.

for KING & COUNTRY is a four-time GRAMMY® award-winning Australian duo comprised of brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone. In 2019, for KING & COUNTRY collaborated with renowned entertainer Dolly Parton to release a brand-new version of the duo’s 11-week #1 hit “God Only Knows”. In 2020, the track won a GRAMMY® award in the Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song category. They’ve also had songs featured on the Emmy’s, Super Bowl, Sunday Night Football and other high-profile events. National performances include The Tonight Show, Today Show, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The View, CMA Awards, and CMA Country Christmas.

“We’ve been working at finding a way to see you again in person safely, so here we are announcing that we’re coming to Jackson, NJ for a LIVE Drive-In concert at Six Flags Great Adventure on October 3rd! It’ll be a good, old-fashioned evening unlike anything we’ve done before… a night of music and stories, as well as playing TOGETHER live alongside many of your favorites like God Only Knows, Joy, Burn the Ships and more,” says Joel Smallbone. “So, load up the car, reserve your parking spot, and we’ll look forward to celebrating TOGETHER soon.”

Six Flags Great Adventure and Wild Safari Drive-Thru Adventure are operating with extensive, new safety protocols in place. The parks’ reopening plan, which the company developed in consultation with epidemiologists, meets or exceeds federal, state, and local guidelines for sanitization, hygiene, and social distancing protocols. It incorporates advanced technology, including a new reservation system to regulate attendance and help eliminate overcrowding.

For more information on the for KING & COUNTRY drive-in concert or to purchase tickets, please visit www.forkingandcountry.com, www.PlatformTickets.com or CreationConcerts.com.

Iron Harvest Launch Trailer

2020/09/01

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Deep Silver and KING ART games have announced that highly anticipated RTS Iron Harvest is now out today for PC on Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store (MSRP $49.99).

Giant diesel-punk mechs take strategic battles to a whole new level in this classic real-time-strategy game set in the alternative history world of “1920+.” In the heart of Europe, rural life clashes with technological warfare and Polania is striving for its very existence as the people find themselves on the frontline between Saxonian and Rusviet troops. Players will take control of each faction and their unique heroes as they follow the rich and engaging single-player story campaigns.

Jan Theysen, Creative Director at KING Art Games is thankful for all the support the team received from the community and said, “Seeing your game launching is always a special moment. After the long development and the great exchange with our community we are delighted to finally being able to unleash our diesel-punk mechs now. From the very beginning of this crowd-funded project, our players, supporters and fans have been a crucial part in supporting us to make this vision of a true story driven RTS come true.”

Unreal Engine 4-Powered Poker Club Announced

2020/09/01

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Ripstone Games today announced its brand new IP Poker Club, which will be launching this year for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch. Leveraging the power of Unreal Engine 4 and ray tracing technology, Poker Club will offer players the most immersive and social poker simulation ever on next-generation and current platforms when it launches later this year.

Poker Club is designed as a social experience. In line with the increasing online community-led nature of the gaming landscape; Poker Club will connect players with friends and poker fans around the world, featuring tournaments for over 200 players. Players can create or join a club, complete with leaderboards, exclusive tournaments, daily chip bonuses whilst working towards shared goals that unlock rewards. Some customisable gear and events are club-specific, meaning the best way to play is together, connected with others from around the world. Poker Club will also offer cross-platform and cross-generation play, meaning players will be able to play together on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox platforms.

Poker Club offers players more ways to play than ever before with a full house of Texas Hold’em online tournament modes and ring-games. Players are invited to take on the challenge of the PCC Poker Tour, an immersive online career mode that takes players on a journey from back-room games to big-money main events. From Single-Table and Multi-Table tournaments to Freezeouts, Shootouts, Turbos, Super Turbos, Bounties and more, Poker Club offers a variety of online multiplayer modes featuring customisable private games, open tables and full-scale tournaments. With an advanced Poker 101 tutorial system featuring advice for beginners and advanced players alike, Poker Club offers a jackpot of poker fun for all.

On PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X Poker Club has been engineered to make the most of next-generation hardware and features. Poker Club boasts 4K visuals at 60fps, with advanced rendering techniques including hardware-accelerated ray tracing across PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. On PlayStation 5, Poker Club will utilise the advanced haptics in the DualSense controller to immerse players on the poker table like never before. The game also offers Cross-Buy between PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, and Smart Delivery on Xbox One and Xbox Series X, so players only have to buy Poker Club once to get the game on both generations of consoles.

“Poker Club is going to be the ultimate poker experience when it launches this year. Not only will it fully leverage the power of next-gen PC and console technology, but more importantly it will offer players a highly immersive social experience,” said Phil Gaskell of Ripstone Games. “We’ve included everything we’ve ever wanted to see in a poker game, so that players can enjoy the fantasy of living the life of a poker pro, touring the incredible locations you might see in TV and films. The in-game Clubs and huge range of events combine to create a refreshing new poker experience, bringing players from around the world together and offering more ways to play than ever before on PC and console.”

Poker Club has been built from the ground up to offer an immersive play experience on all platforms. With a first-person viewpoint in gameplay, along with top-down cameras and cinematic angles, Poker Club delivers the true feeling of sitting at the card table like never before. There are 7 meticulously detailed arenas to play in, ranging from the grungy basement of Ralph’s Pizzeria to the glitz and glamour of Casino d’Oro, whilst advancing through the ranks to become a high roller opens up access to high-stakes tournaments at the Intensity Arena, where the big money can be won. With deep player customisation options ranging from unlockable apparel to exclusive table items, the journey from back-room card shark to poker pro has never looked this good. Poker Club will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch and current-gen consoles in 2020.

Visit the Poker Club website: https://pokerclubgame.com
Join the Poker Club Discord server: https://discord.gg/w2xQmwr
Follow Poker Club on Twitter: https://twitter.com/PokerClubGame
Follow Ripstone Games on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RipstoneGames

ASTRO A20 Wireless Gaming Headset for Next-Gen Announced

2020/09/01

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ASTRO Gaming Today revealed the second generation ASTRO A20 Wireless Gaming Headset designed for the Next Gen. The new ASTRO A20 features increased wireless range, a longer battery life, a more discreet USB transmitter, and a new lower price!

The ASTRO A20 is available for pre-order now for $119.99 from ASTRO Gaming and will begin shipping in October. The ASTRO A20 USB Transmitter will also be available in October for $19.99.

ASTRO’s Next Gen Compatibility: ASTRO also announced today that the studio’s entire line of gaming headsets will be fully compatible with Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5. Check out the ASTRO Gaming Blog for more details:

http://blog.astrogaming.com/2020/09/xbox-series-x-and-playstation-5-compatibility/

Hospitality VR Launch Trailer

2020/09/01

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Indie game developer Flossdorf Games is proud to announce the official release of Hospitality VR, a truly memorable game of terror exclusively available for HTC Vive and Oculus Riftdaring you to survive the torments of being trapped in a wheelchair in a hospital where you stay is unwelcomed. Hospitality VR is the proud recipient and winner of the BEST VR GAME award at the Chainsaw Film & Game Festival and is available on STEAM™ today!

Hospitality VR was designed from the ground up to be a psychological scare like no other; trapped in a wheelchair in a haunted hospital unable to move anything but your head, how will you cope with the surreal and chilling fear of what happens in the dark? Events in the game depend on your movement, viewing angle and at the speed at which you examine your surroundings. Offering a truly claustrophobic gameplay experience, you must pay close attention to sound, noise, lights, shadows and explosions in your vicinity. The creepy environment sends chills down your spine and the unexpected encounters will more than shock you … Dare you visit the hospital for a checkup on terror?

Hospitality VR is available from here:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1164750/Hospitality_VR/

WRC 9 Creative Director Interview Video

2020/08/31

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For Gamescom, NACON and KT Racing are pleased to provide a complete overview of the new features included in WRC 9, the official video game of the FIA World Rally Championship. A few days before release, Alain Jarniou, Creative Director at KT Racing, discusses the game’s improvements in a new video.

Watch the interview of Alain Jarniou:

The 2020 WRC season has had a number of changes due to the pandemic. Several rallies were cancelled, including three iconic countries that are featured in the game for the first time. This is a chance for fans to console themselves and try out three new circuits.

The legendary Rally Kenya with its exotic landscapes alternating between wide-open savannah and small villages with very narrow roads
New Zealand, a very technical gravel rally with multiple bends in quick succession
Japan, a rally on asphalt based in Nagoya with narrow mountain roads

The simulation aspect has been updated again this year with multiple redesigned elements, including the dynamics, AI, vehicle behavior and driving sensations. All players can also fine-tune their cars before taking them for a test drive in different conditions on the free-roam zone’s roads.

A major new feature this year is the Clubs mode, which allows players to create their own championship and make it available for their friends or the whole community. They can select the vehicle category, championship conditions and up to eight special stages in their choice of country – a mode eagerly awaited by the community!

WRC 9 will have a longer lifespan thanks to several free updates after the game’s release. The new content to be added includes the Co-driver mode, where two players can play together as a team online and enjoy the real rally experience. For an even more complete game, a photo mode will also be added, as well as new cars, teams and special stages in the Portugal and Finland rallies.

Iron Harvest Polania Faction Trailer

2020/08/31

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Deep Silver and KING Art Games today released a new Iron Harvest video introducing further details on the thrilling story campaigns. The focus of today’s video is the Republic of Polania – an agricultural state that finds itself between the hammer and pulpit when Rusviet and Saxony mobilize their armies. Fighting for their freedom, Polania’s troops rally around protagonist Anna and her bear Wojtek to gather the limited resources they have and defend their freedom.

In addition to today’s trailer, KING Art Games and Deep Silver would like to congratulate the first ever Iron Harvest esport tournament winner: Wellplayed_TV from Russia. View their profile here: https://twitch.tv/wellplayedtv/profile.

Reflecting on an exciting weekend of intense matches, down-to-the-wire victories and thrilling diesel-punk strategy action, both KING Art Games and the ESL are currently evaluating future opportunities to continue competitive esport support for Iron Harvest’s official Seasons. Season One officially begins when the game launches on Sept. 1, and will feature a new Season bracket, new PvP maps and challenges, as well as unique cosmetic bonuses to unlock.

Learn more about Iron Harvest – https://kingart-games.com/games/7-iron-harvest/game
Find where to purchase Iron Harvest here – https://kingart-games.com/games/7-iron-harvest