The Construction Site Mission DLC for Firefighting Simulator: Ignite will launch on September 17, 2026, for PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S.
The new Announcement Trailer offers a first look at the upcoming construction site emergencies:
Oakridge City continues to grow, with new buildings taking shape across the city. But where there is construction, there are also new hazards: When things go wrong on an active construction site, the firefighting crew can find themselves facing multiple challenges at once.
With the Construction Site Mission DLC, players respond to emergencies at a brand-new location type and face the unique hazards of active construction sites. From structure fires and flammable liquids to other hazardous materials, every call requires careful assessment to bring the situation under control.
With the new DLC, developer weltenbauer. is stepping onto familiar ground. Thanks to its many years of experience working on the Construction Simulator series, the studio knows its way around construction sites – although this time, the focus is not on building them, but on handling the emergencies that arise there.
The Construction Site Mission DLC will be available from September 17, 2026 for PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. It is also included in the Year 1 Season Pass, which is part of the game’s Year 1 Edition.
Firefighting Simulator: Ignite is available for PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. The Firefighting Simulator: Ignite – Year 1 Edition can be purchased for PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. This Edition includes the base game, the Fire Station Companion Pack and the Year 1 Season Pass. With the Year 1 Season Pass, players save more than 35% compared to purchasing the included DLCs individually.
For a full overview of available offers and game editions, please visit the official website.
As The Queen Mary continues to celebrate the 90th anniversary milestone year of her maiden voyage, visitors are invited to venture deeper into the paranormal stories and legends that have become part of her legacy. Starting this September, three new immersive staterooms invite passengers to spend the night inside stories inspired by the ship’s legendary spirits and lore. The debut of Paranormal Passage headlines a season packed with new and returning experiences, from the all-new Grey Ghost Galley and Spookeasy to full moon experiences, murder mystery dinners, haunted tours, spooky movie nights and more.
“There’s an incredible fascination with the Queen Mary’s paranormal history and the stories that have become part of her lore,” said Dylan Matteson, General Manager of the Queen Mary. “Our guests want to know more, explore more and get closer to those stories. We’re excited to give them entirely new ways to do that. This season is about inviting visitors to experience a side of the Queen Mary that continues to captivate generation after generation.”
At the center of the new offerings is Paranormal Passage, a collection of three immersive staterooms that transforms some of the Queen Mary’s most enduring paranormal stories into overnight experiences. Located at B326, B328, and B334, the passage builds upon the fascination surrounding the famous Stateroom B340, inviting guests to choose which Queen Mary legend they dare to sleep beside. Each room has its own story, atmosphere and interactive details, creating three distinctly different ways to experience the ship’s paranormal lore long after the lights go out.
Each immersive overnight stateroom draws inspiration from some of the Queen Mary’s most rumored spirits and enduring legends. Those brave enough can settle in for the night in the room dubbed The Dressing Chamber, inspired by the fabled Lady in White; Jackie’s Room, drawing from the beloved legend associated with the First-Class swimming pool called; or The Officer’s Study, where stories of the ship’s officers intertwine with legends of uniformed figures roaming the passageways.
Also new this spooky season, the Queen Mary’s Show Room transforms into Grey Ghost Galley, an all-you-can-eat Halloween feast serving up plenty of tricks and treats before a night at Dark Harbor. The 90-minute buffet features hearty favorites including sliced sirloin with red wine demi-glace, spicy sausage hoagies, buffalo tenders, sweet chili tofu, mac and cheese, a build-your-own nacho station and a seasonal fall salad with butternut squash, pomegranate seeds and glazed pecans. For something sweet, guests can dig into nightly-changing Halloween-themed desserts, including black cake with orange cream frosting and festively decorated cookies. Giving visitors time to feast and get into the spirit before the scares begin, Grey Ghost Galley opens during Dark Harbor nights only and includes early access aboard the Queen Mary before Dark Harbor opens. Seatings are at 6 p.m., with an additional 4 p.m. option on Fridays and Saturdays for $70 per person.
Visitors 21 and older can also sip with the spirits during the new Spookeasy, beginning September 28. The evening starts with tales from The Queen Mary’s haunted history over a spooky cocktail before embarking on a mini tour past some of the ship’s most intriguing spaces. The night ends at the hidden N.o3 Speakeasy, where crystal, tarot, and palm readings, a haunting meditative sound bath and additional handcrafted cocktails await. Spookeasy kicks-off on September 28 and continues October 5, 12, and 19 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
Murder on the High Seas takes place Sept. 13 through October 19. The interactive musical experience combines a three-course dinner with suspicious characters, unexpected clues and plenty of audience participation as guests race to crack the case. The murder mystery, Murder on the High Seas will have one matinee on September 13th, followed by evening performances on Oct 5, 12 and 19.
Even movie night takes a spookier turn. Movies on the Mary brings haunt-season favorites to the Queen Mary’s private theater, including Alfred Hitchcock’s “Psycho” on Sept. 28, “Beetlejuice” on Oct. 12 and “The Shining” on Oct. 19. Check-in begins at 6 p.m., with each film beginning at 6:45 p.m. Popcorn and movie snacks will be available for purchase.
Guests can also save on three spooky experiences with the Queen Mary’s new Spooky Package. Available for $125, the package includes one admission to Murder on the High Seas, Movies on the Mary and the Spookeasy, with visitors able to choose their preferred October date for each experience.
The ship’s year-round paranormal experiences will continue throughout the fall, giving guests even more opportunities to explore the stories behind the Queen Mary’s haunted reputation. Graveyard Tour, Paranormal Ship Walk and Haunted Encounters venture into the ship’s history, reported paranormal activity and rarely seen spaces. Jackie’s Spirit Shoppe offers curios and keepsakes inspired by the Queen Mary’s supernatural lore.
In addition to the spooky events onboard the Queen Mary, fright fans can also experience the return of Dark Harbor, bringing its signature mazes, monsters and maritime mayhem for select nights from Sept. 18 through Nov. 1. Guests can extend the experience overnight with the Dark Harbor VIP Hotel Package, featuring special perks and access tied to their stay.
With its rich history, enduring paranormal lore and new seasonal programming, the Queen Mary continues to give longtime paranormal enthusiasts and curious newcomers alike new ways to explore the stories that have fueled fascination with the legendary ocean liner for generations. For more information, upcoming events, programming, and more, visit www.queenmary.com/seasonal-events.htm and queenmary.com/whatsondeck, or connect with us on social @TheQueenMary.
Wargaming, the developer and publisher of the leading naval multiplayer game World of Warships, is celebrating 11 years on the high seas with a major new content update. Introducing festive anniversary activities, a themed Event Pass, new operations for low-tier ships, a new Dockyard, and more for players to enjoy. The Holiday Convoy event launched last month also continues, with tokens, earned through daily games, exchangeable for special rewards.
World of Warships: Legends is also kicking off the Fall season with a new update introducing a brand new campaign, the next phase of its Modern Era event, a nostalgic Retrofuturism event, and more.
Dive into World of Warships’ 11th Anniversary Celebrations
Festive celebrations are in full swing in World of Warships, with the newly decorated Maritime Parade Port now visible to players upon login. As part of the Update, Festive Tokens can be earned through in-game activities and are exchangeable for new rewards, including the Japanese supercruiser Kurama in Early Access, special Red Steel Titan premium containers, and Battle of Santiago de Cuba containers.
Players who complete their first battle will also be able to claim a special gift in the Armory, granting:
11 days of Warships Premium Account
New Happy Blastday enemy destruction effect
New Blast & Bash permanent camouflage
3x Battle of Santiago de Cuba containers
3x Red Steel Titan Premium containers
A special 11 Years of Glory Event Pass has arrived to celebrate the occasion, too, with the first progression line featuring an 11 Years of Glory flag, the delmar_83 commander, as well as the Moonlight Wave and Radiant Wave permanent camouflages. Those with Admiralty Backing can earn even more rewards, including Premium British Tier VI cruiser Orion ‘44, the Cold Ray and Blazing Ray permanent camouflages, a new Press F enemy destruction effect, and General Greenwood Commander as an added bonus.
Let Loose in New Low-tier Operations
Three new PvE operations designed for low-tier ships have been added, offering players a new way to level up their skills and familiarize themselves with gameplay mechanics. Several versions of the operations feature more complex winning conditions, advanced mechanics, with secondary tasks also available depending on ship Tier, providing fresh challenges to players of all levels.
Holiday Convoy Enters its Next Chapter
To close out Update 15.8, players can look forward to the continuation of the 6-month Holiday Convoy event which launched last month, with daily token rewards up for grabs, plus a new Doubloon pack available in the armory. Early access to Pan-American destroyers also continues, alongside the launch of a new Marlborough B Dockyard, new seasons of Ranked Battles and Clan Battles, and new Brawls, with even more content arriving in the second and third weeks of the update.
Full details on Update 15.8 for World of Warships can be found in the patch notes.
New Campaign and Event Content Makes Waves in World of Warships: Legends
World of Warships: Legends welcomes the first update of this fall season with a wave of fresh content. The new four-week campaign features French Tier VIII Premium battleship Roussillon as its main prize, along with a number of other rewards. The next phase of the Modern Era event has started, adding three new PvP and two new PvE scenarios, where players will continue earning Blackline Crude to bring their faction to victory and get the new Commonwealth cruiser as the main reward.
The Retrofuturism event is coming back, with new ships, skins, and Commander guises, bringing the perfect blend of progress and nostalgia to the high seas. This update also celebrates German Unity Day, featuring unique skins for German ships, a special mission, and a historical collection. Finally, the historic British Tier VII aircraft carrier Indomitable has arrived in the Store, available for purchase for Global XP.
Full details on Update Full Progress Ahead for World of Warships: Legends can be found in the patch notes.
September 10, 2026 – Konami Digital Entertainment, B.V. (KONAMI) announced today a collaboration with legendary British comic publisher 2000 AD to create an original comic story inspired by the world of SILENT HILL: Townfall. The new story, titled SILENT HILL: Townfall – The Dock House, has been written by lead writer and game director Jon McKellan and serves as an official narrative companion to the upcoming game. Acclaimed artist David Roach (Nemesis The Warlock) provides pencils for this eerie new story.
Part of the stacked lineup for 2000 AD’s milestone Prog 2500, available on 16th September in the UK and 30th September for the USA, via Lunar Distribution in print, and available digitally worldwide through the 2000 AD Webstore and App. SILENT HILL: Townfall – The Dock House offers fans an additional perspective on the isolated island community of St. Amelia, expanding upon the haunting world and atmosphere of SILENT HILL: Townfall while preserving the mysteries awaiting players in the game.
The story follows Douglas, a veteran harbour master who has spent decades maintaining St. Amelia’s dock house. Trapped in an endless routine surrounded by fog and isolation, Douglas discovers an impossible staircase descending beneath the harbour, forcing him to confront a terrifying reality hidden beneath the surface of the town.
2000 AD’s Editor In Chief Matt Smith says of the haunting new partnership: “The atmospheric horrors of SILENT HILL are a great fit for 2000 AD, so when we were approached to publish a special tie-in story for SILENT HILL: Townfall, it was something I knew the readers would thoroughly enjoy immersing themselves in – and with David Roach on art duties, it’s an especially moody, eerie piece that works as a standalone chiller”.
Jon McKellan (SILENT HILL: Townfall Writer and Director at Screen Burn) said “It’s incredibly exciting to expand the world of SILENT HILL: Townfall with a new short story, and a personal milestone for me as a writer to get a chance to contribute to an issue!. It feels especially fitting for a game set in the UK to feature in a UK national treasure like 2000 AD, and watching David bring the words to life has been a joy. I’m excited for readers to experience a slice of the world we’ve built, and discover its connection to the game.
As one of the UK’s most celebrated comic publishers, 2000 AD has spent decades producing acclaimed science fiction, fantasy and horror comics. With SILENT HILL: Townfall set in the remote Scottish island of St. Amelia, the partnership was a natural fit, bringing together a distinctly British setting and one of the country’s most enduring comic institutions.
SILENT HILL: Townfall – The Dock House will be available as part of 2000 AD Prog 2500, the landmark issue, in all good newsagents and comic stores on September 16, 2026 in the UK, and September 30, 2026 in the USA. Fans globally can also read the issue digitally through the 2000 AD Webstore and App.
Releasing on PlayStation®5, Steam®, and Epic Games Store on September 24, 2026, fans can pre-purchase SILENT HILL: Townfall. For more information, visit the official website.
Relic Entertainment just released a new Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition trailer celebrating the 20th anniversary of one of the most acclaimed strategy games of all time. Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition launches on PC via Steam early next year.
Released twenty years ago this week, Company of Heroes redefined the RTS genre through its cinematic World War II storytelling, squad-based tactics, destructible battlefields, and immersive presentation. Widely regarded as one of the greatest real-time strategy games ever made, its influence continues to be felt across the genre today.
The Legacy Trailer celebrates 20 years of Company of Heroes by revisiting iconic moments from the original game, while also outlining the enhancements coming in Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition.
Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition will launch on Steam for US $29.99, £23.99 GBP, and €28.99 EUR, with a 30% discount for existing Company of Heroes Steam owners.
About Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition
Developed in partnership with BBI, Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition preserves the gameplay, storytelling, and atmosphere that made the original a classic while introducing modern improvements designed for today’s PC players.
The Definitive Edition includes the original Company of Heroes, along with the Opposing Fronts and Tales of Valor expansions. Built on a fully upgraded 64-bit platform, it supports modern PC systems while preserving compatibility with a 20-year history of community-created content and mods.
Players can look forward to faithfully enhanced visuals, including improved lighting, shadows, water, and reflections, enhanced textures across units and environments, improved rendering features, and increased draw distance for greater battlefield immersion. Additional enhancements include improved AI, a modernized user interface, grid key support, quality-of-life improvements, and optimization for widescreen and ultrawide displays.
The release will includes all four factions, three full-length campaigns, three single-player stories, and more than 50 skirmish and multiplayer maps, delivering the complete Company of Heroes experience in a single package.
The anniversary celebration also serves as an opportunity to recognize and thank the passionate community that has supported Company of Heroes for two decades. Relic extends its gratitude to the players, modders, content creators, community leaders, and early play-testers whose dedication and feedback have helped the franchise thrive for twenty years.
As part of the broader 20th Anniversary celebration, Relic continues to invest in the future of the franchise through ongoing support for Company of Heroes 3, community initiatives, and the upcoming launch of Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition. Together, these efforts celebrate the legacy of one of the highest-rated strategy games of all time while ensuring Company of Heroes remains accessible to both longtime fans and a new generation of players.
About Relic Entertainment
Relic Entertainment is an independent game development studio based in Vancouver, Canada. For more than 25 years, Relic has created genre-defining strategy games, including the Company of Heroes, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War, and Age of Empires IV franchises. Relic continues to develop innovative experiences for strategy gamers around the world.
Cozy Horror RPG Welcome to Elderfield is out now on PC via Steam. Players can explore the quaint town of Elderfield for $17.99, €17.99, and £15.99, with a 10% launch discount available for the first two weeks.
Welcome to Elderfield is a cozy horror RPG where the abnormal is normal, the townsfolk are odd, eldritch beings watch over you, and the local news reports seem stranger by the day. The debut game from solo developer Chris Cote features hand-drawn art and a dark lo-fi soundtrack.
Players can manage their farm, befriend or romance the locals, investigate mysterious happenings, decorate their home, fight terrifying creatures, fish, cook, seek out the Old Gods, die in their sleep, and more.
Welcome to Elderfield is also teaming up with Look Outside, Bloomtown, and Graveyard Keeper to launch three eerie Steam bundles. Players can receive an additional discount when purchasing any of the bundles.
About Welcome to Elderfield
Welcome to Elderfield is a cozy horror RPG where the abnormal is normal, the townsfolk are odd, the eldritch beings watch over you and the local news reports seem stranger by the day.
Cozy distractions from the horrors around you
Everything in Elderfield is unsettling, from the haunting, horror manga-inspired, hand-drawn visuals to the dark, lofi soundscapes composed by Dated. Despite the strange creatures lurking just outside your home, those who wander into Elderfield rarely find a reason… or option, to leave.
Life-sim RPG
Customize your home and character, unravel daily mysteries, befriend the odd townsfolk (or even marry one!), go fishing, spend your afternoons mining and forage through the surrounding wilds… There’s lots to do in Elderfield!
Farming with a twist
Cultivate your land, harvest your crops, and stop the growth of unruly tentacles. Manage a variety of strange, otherworldly livestock, grow useful crops like corn, pumpkins, teeth or eyeballs and hope that beings from the woods don’t wander onto your farm.
In-depth combat and strategy
Choose your difficulty, how much suffering can you endure? For players seeking a peaceful life of harvest and discovery, cozy difficulty offers a more laid-back experience. For those who crave a challenge, the Old Gods are waiting.
Elderfield features a deep, turn-based combat system where you must utilize gathered resources, strategic buffs and diverse equipment to survive encounters with ancient, Lovecraftian horrors.
Die, learn, farm, and forage… Then die again.
Full RPG life sim with relationships, customization, fishing and more
Hand drawn horror manga inspired artwork
Dark lofi soundtrack by Dated
Build your farm, manage animals, mine and forage to build resources
Play on cozy mode or test your skills and resource building with in depth turn based combat
505 Games today celebrates its 20th anniversary with a new trailer honouring two decades of memorable games, creative partnerships, and their many wonderful player communities. In celebration of this milestone, 505 Games has launched a limited-time Steam Publisher Sale, running from September 10 to 24, inviting players to find their new favorite game as a special anniversary discount.
As 505 Games enters its third decade, the publisher remains firmly focused on the future. The anniversary trailer spotlights four highly anticipated titles: Nivalis Nights, a neon-soaked cyberpunk life simulation; ExeKiller, a retro-futuristic cyber-western first-person action adventure; Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement, a new 2.5D gothic metroidvania action RPG; and the newly revealed 4 Player co-op Mayhem à la Carte, an innovative blend of cooking chaos and first-person shooter action.
A special mention also goes to the Assetto Corsa franchise, which has grown alongside the publisher over the years. Following the Steam Early Access launch of Assetto Corsa EVO, and with Assetto Corsa Rally continuing its development journey, the franchise remains committed to delivering some of the most authentic and immersive racing and rally simulation experiences in the genre.
Further strengthening this promising lineup, the recent acquisition of the WUCHANG IP and the announcement of an upcoming sequel provide soulsliske action RPG fans with another compelling reason to look forward to 505 Games’ future.
Together, these titles build on 20 years of publishing expertise while embodying the spirit that continues to define 505 Games: pride in the worlds it has helped bring to life and genuine excitement for the experiences still to come.
Since 2006, 505 Games has published and distributed over 200 games across successive generations of console, PC, and mobile platforms. Behind that longevity is decades of sector experience and an accomplished senior leadership team in Italy, many of whom have been with the company since its earliest days. That continuity has provided a stable foundation from which 505 Games has been able to experiment, evolve, and pursue new opportunities.
Rami Galante, joint CEO of 505’s parent company, Digital Bros, and co-founder of 505 Games, said:
“When we started, we weren’t thinking about milestones or imagining where 505 Games would be 20 years later. Our focus was on building strong partnerships, bringing great games to players, and earning our place in a highly competitive industry. Reaching this milestone is something we’re incredibly grateful for. It is ultimately a testament to the resilience, talent, and commitment for the people who have shaped 505 Games along the way.”
Raffi Galante, fellow joint CEO and co-founder, concluded by looking to the past as a good lens through which to view the present – and future for the sector.
“The games industry has transformed dramatically over the past two decades, and one of the reasons 505 Games is still here today is that we’ve learned to adapt alongside it. As the industry shifted towards digital distribution, online communities, and ongoing player engagement, we evolved as well. What has remained constant is our focus on delivering great games and connecting them with the players who love them.”
Across its 20 years, the publisher’s catalogue has included beloved titles such as the Assetto Corsa Franchise, DEATH STRANDING on PC, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, Terraria, Ghostrunner, and Human Fall Flat, reflecting the breadth of studios, genres, and players that have shaped the publishers first two decades.
The anniversary trailer brings that journey together, celebrating the developers, partners, teams, and communities behind the games. Alongside it, the Steam Publisher Sale gives new and long-standing players the opportunity to discover or revisit a broad selection of titles from the 505 Games catalog at special prices throughout the anniversary period.
Visit the 505 Games Steam Publisher Sale from September 10 – 24, 2026 to explore the full line-up and offers.
Six Flags Magic Mountain, the Thrill Capital of the World and one of Southern California’s premier theme parks, today announced that Thrill Glider, a first-of-its-kind roller coaster, will debut in 2027. Created exclusively for Magic Mountain, the attraction combines flying, motorbike and suspended coaster technologies to establish an entirely new roller coaster category: the Thrillglider. It will combine the freedom of flight with the intensity of a multi-launch thrill coaster, delivering an experience unlike anything guests have ever ridden.
Developed by world-renowned coaster manufacturer Vekoma for Six Flags Magic Mountain, Thrill Glider riders will board hovercycles — flying-bike vehicles — and assume a prone, face-forward position suspended beneath the track. The custom-designed, terrain-following layout encompasses 20 unique track elements and packs an action-filled 80 seconds into a dynamic aerial adventure. Guests will launch multiple times to speeds reaching 50 mph, encounter 12 airtime moments, soar through five unique inversions (wing-over, zero-g roll, overbanked stall turn, barrel roll and upward barrel roll) and race through a dramatic station fly-by as they traverse nearly 3.5 acres. Enhanced by synchronized onboard audio and immersive lighting effects, every moment is designed to amplify the sensation of speed, flight and freedom.
Upon opening, Thrill Glider will set a collection of records, including:
World’s First Thrillglider
World’s First Multi-Launch Thrillglider
World’s Longest Thrillglider – 3,380 feet, which is more than half a mile
World’s Fastest Thrillglider – 50 mph
World’s Tallest Thrillglider – 107 feet
Most Inversions on a Thrillglider – 5
Thrill Glider will immerse visitors in the world of QuantumPulse Propulsion Systems, a visionary technology company led by inventor and entrepreneur Rebecca Silva. The journey begins long before takeoff in “The Futurist Pavilion,” a sleek showcase facility filled with dynamic displays, holographic presentations and scientific exhibits detailing the company’s discovery of PSR B417, a powerful new energy source with the potential to transform tomorrow. As riders make their way through the queue, they catch glimpses of towering hexagonal collectors embedded into the hillside, harvesting energy from distant pulsars in space. Upon entering the load station, illuminated blue energy lines, aerodynamic architecture and pulsing atmospheric audio build anticipation as riders prepare to board QuantumPulse’s latest breakthrough. Once launched, the power of PSR B417 will be felt firsthand as the vehicles soar above the landscape through sweeping maneuvers, sudden dives and weightless moments that simulate piloting a high-speed hovercycle powered by tomorrow’s technology. Blending engaging storytelling, futuristic design and advanced coaster technology, Thrill Glider delivers a one-of-a-kind adventure that transports guests into an optimistic vision of the future.
“Thrill Glider is more than a new attraction. It is the latest milestone in Six Flags Magic Mountain’s renaissance and a reflection of the park’s enduring role as an industry innovator,” said Brian Oerding, park president of Six Flags Magic Mountain. “With a decades-long reputation for introducing record-breaking attractions and genre-defining rides, Magic Mountain is uniquely positioned to pioneer an entirely new coaster category and bring Thrill Glider to life.”
At Magic Mountain, excitement isn’t defined by a single measurement. For some guests, that means chasing record-breaking speeds and inversions. For others, it’s the feeling of soaring through the air, experiencing weightlessness for the first time or sharing an unforgettable ride with family and friends. As the park continues to evolve, it is introducing attractions that appeal to a wider range of guests while maintaining its reputation as the Thrill Capital of the World. Thrill Glider represents that vision, delivering a new kind of excitement that makes the sensation of flight accessible to more riders than ever before. With a minimum height requirement of just 48 inches, Thrill Glider will be open to a broad range of thrill seekers, from families and first-time coaster riders to dedicated enthusiasts.
Thrill Glider will be located on the former site of the Golden Bear Theatre between Full Throttle and LEX LUTHOR™: Drop of Doom and adjacent to the recently reimagined Looney Tunes™ Land. The ride is already under construction and is scheduled to open in 2027. Additional details and opening information will be announced at a later date.
Countdown to Flight
Guests can lock in their seat to be one of the first to ride Thrill Glider with a 2027 Season Pass, available now. The lowest price of the season was recently extended and is available through Sept. 13, allowing unlimited flights in 2027, as well as park access for the remainder of 2026. Guests can begin the countdown today and watch as Thrill Glider takes shape while also enjoying this year’s Fright Fest, Tricks and Treats and Holiday in the Park seasonal celebrations. Passholders also receive regional access to multiple parks across the West Coast, including Knott’s Berry Farm featuring the newly opened MonteZOOMa: The Forbidden Fortress and the park’s legendary Halloween celebrations, Knott’s Scary Farm.
For more information on 2027 Season Passes or to plan your visit to Magic Mountain, visit sixflags.com/magicmountain.
I honestly didn’t think GoPro would ever pivot away from its standard point-of-view formula. For years, content creators have gotten the same incremental yearly refreshes, a few extra frame rate options here, a slightly tweaked sensor layout there. But the GoPro Mission 1 Pro isn’t just another casual action camera. It is an ultra-compact cinema rig designed to claim a permanent spot on your desk tripod, your camera gimbal, or your travel pack.
At $699.99 USD, it asks for a massive chunk of change. That is nearly $300 more than competing options like the Insta360 Ace Pro 2 or DJI Osmo series. So, does this new 1-inch sensor layout actually solve the usual action camera headaches, or is it just extra hype? Let’s break down what actually matters when you’re capturing B-roll, streaming outdoor adventures, or editing game-day footage.
Chunky Hardware and Strategic Mounting Systems
Here’s the thing: the moment you pull the Mission 1 Pro out of its box, you feel the extra heft. Weighing in at 207 grams (roughly 7.3 ounces), it sits about 50 grams heavier than the Hero 13 Black. It feels less like a light plastic action toy and more like a dense, metal camera block. Is that extra weight annoying? Not really, unless you try mounting it directly onto a flimsy baseball cap.
Thankfully, GoPro finally gave us three distinct ways to mount this unit. You get classic folding fingers for legacy mounts, a standard 1/4-20 thread for standard tripod plates, and a magnetic quick-release latch for fast rig swaps. If you are constantly jumping between a desk tripod during a stream and a chest rig for outdoor B-roll, that magnetic latch is a real time-saver.
The dual screens make a return, too. You get a snappy 2.6-inch touchscreen on the rear and a 1.4-inch display on the front for framing up selfie clips. The body is also natively waterproof down to 20 meters (65 feet) without needing a bulky clear housing.
Battery life gets a huge boost thanks to the upgraded Enduro 2 battery platform. You can pull over three hours of continuous recording in 4K at 30fps. However, keep in mind that older Hero 13 batteries only work as emergency backups, they will not support fast charging or high-drain thermal settings.
The 1-Inch Optical Caveat
Let me explain the single biggest optical change. The Mission 1 Pro packs a massive 1-inch 50-megapixel sensor paired with an f/2.8 fixed lens. Low-light video quality is remarkably clean compared to older models. You will notice far less noisy grain crawling through dark shadows, thanks in large part to the new GP3 processor running subtle AI noise cleanup.
But here comes the catch, and it is a major issue for self-shooters.
Because the physical sensor area is so much larger, optical physics forced the focus plane back. The minimum focus distance gets pushed out to nearly 2 feet (around 60 cm). Older GoPros could easily focus on objects just 12 inches away. With the Mission 1 Pro, if you hold the camera at arm’s length to vlog or show off a piece of gaming hardware up close, your face or gear will end up soft and out of focus.
Anything from two feet out to infinity stays razor sharp without annoying focus lag. But close-ups? You will need to stand back or buy a 58mm or 67mm macro filter adapter from online creators on Etsy. It is a strange design trade-off: you get incredible image depth, but you lose simple close-range flexibility.
High Frame Rates
If you love editing smooth motion montages or vertical clips for social feeds, this sensor shines bright.
You can capture 8K Open Gate footage in a full 4:3 aspect ratio at 30fps. Open Gate is brilliant because it captures the entire sensor surface at once. Later in post-production, you can crop the exact same master file into a 16:9 YouTube video and a 9:16 vertical clip without losing image quality.
Want hyper-smooth slow motion?
8K at 60fps gives you sharp half-speed slow motion.
4K at 240fps offers incredible 8x slow-mo while preserving 10-bit color.
1080p Burst Slo-Mo hits a wild 960fps for a 10-second capture window. That single ten-second burst stretches into over six minutes of buttery playback on a standard timeline.
For color grading, the GP-Log2 color profile offers up to 14 stops of dynamic range in 4K modes. It makes matching your footage alongside a Sony mirrorless camera or a dedicated video rig surprisingly smooth. Just remember that running full 8K readout places a heavy processing load on the system, which slightly reduces dynamic range compared to 4K. If you are shooting bright outdoor environments with harsh highlights, stick to 4K GP-Log2 for cleaner shadow detail.
RAW Photography
Can this action unit replace a dedicated point-and-shoot camera for stills? Well, yes and no.
When you fire off 50-megapixel RAW photos in broad daylight, the detail retention is stunning. You can pull shadow details and highlight textures in Adobe Lightroom with impressive latitude. Wide-angle geometric distortion can also be corrected in post-processing to give your photos a standard rectilinear look.
However, pulling 50 megapixels off that sensor takes serious computational horsepower. Every time you snap a 50MP RAW image, the camera locks up for a 2 to 3 second processing buffer. You cannot use this mode for rapid burst photography. It works great for static landscape or gear shots, but fast-paced photography requires dropping down to standard photo modes.
Audio and Thermal Info
How often has bad audio ruined a killer clip? Maybe you shouted during an intense gaming session or a car exhaust popped, causing your mic to crackle and clip.
The Mission 1 Pro records native 32-bit float audio through its multi-microphone array. This means the digital signal captures loud volume spikes without clipping. You can recover quiet whispers or loud yells in editing software without dealing with terrible digital distortion. You can also connect USB-C wireless mic setups, such as a DJI Mic 3 or Mic Mini.
Here is the catch, though: plugging in a USB cable requires opening the side battery door. The moment that door snaps open, you lose all waterproof protection. If it starts raining during an outdoor stream with an external mic attached, your rig is exposed.
What about heat limits? Small 8K cameras often overheat quickly. In stationary testing with zero airflow:
4K at 24fps: Records continuously for over 2 hours without overheating.
8K at 30fps: Runs for 51 minutes before shutting down.
4K at 240fps: Pushes the processor hard, shutting down at roughly 12 minutes.
When moving, like riding a bike or car mounting, active airflow keeps 8K recording going for around 74 minutes. Heat management is solid for a chassis this size.
Stabilization Modes
GoPro’s HyperSmooth stabilization gets a nice upgrade with a specialized “Sport” tuning profile. If you mount this camera in a race car, on a bike, or on a high-speed tracking rig, the new algorithm handles heavy cornering without weird panning jitter. You can also export raw gyro data into tools like Gyroflow for precise post-stabilization control.
One quick note on marketing: online communities had a field day analyzing GoPro’s official promotional footage. Many of those glossy, shallow-depth-of-field shots were actually captured on the unreleased Mission 1 Pro ILS, a specialized sister camera featuring an interchangeable Micro Four Thirds mount. The standard Mission 1 Pro has a fixed lens, so do not expect background blur like a $3,000 cinema setup without external optics.
Is It Worth It?
Honestly, the GoPro Mission 1 Pro is not meant for every casual user. If you just want a cheap, lightweight head-mount for quick family vlogs, this camera is probably overkill. The $699 price tag is steep, and that 2-foot minimum focus limit can annoy casual vloggers holding the camera close.
However, if you are a streamer or video creator looking for a durable B-camera that captures sharp footage, this box is exceptional. The GP-Log2 color, 4K 240fps slow motion, 32-bit float audio, and 8K Open Gate mode offer incredible production value. It bridges the gap between basic action cameras and heavy mirrorless setups. If your budget allows for it, the Mission 1 Pro is easily one of the most capable compact cameras available right now.
Class is back in session! Following its PC release, Agefield High: Rock the School is coming to consoles, with the PlayStation 5 version set to launch on September 25, and the Xbox version following on October 2. Players will soon be able to bring Sam’s chaotic senior year beyond the halls of Agefield and onto consoles this fall.
In Agefield High: Rock the School, graduation is on the horizon, and Sam and his pals are ready to rock the school in this early 2000s-inspired coming-of-age adventure. Players will need to balance school, friends, and teenage rebellion while exploring the open world of Agefield, and working toward an epic plan to become a legend.
About Agefield High:
A Senior Year to Remember (or Regret): Follow Sam’s journey through 30+ main missions filled with humor, rebellion, and teenage drama.
Raise Hell Across Agefield: Freely roam the school campus, town center, neighborhoods, and countryside in a fully open world.
Side Hustle Your Way to the Top: Take on side hustles, earn cash, and complete mini missions to become the talk of the school.
Go to Class…or Don’t: Attend or skip classes while navigating schedules, routines, and consequences.
Your Look, Your Legacy: Upgrade your look with new clothes, bikes, hairstyles, and more.
Pop-Punk, Satire, and Zero Chill: A pop-punk soundtrack, vibrant visuals, and satirical tone bring the era to life.
Agefield High: Rock the School will launch for PlayStation 5 on September 25 and Xbox Series on October 2 for £22.49/$ 27.49/€27.49 (*Note that exchange rate fluctuations in the digital store may slightly affect your local pricing). You can also purchase the game on PC via Steam now.
