Author - Jerry Paxton

Awesome Games Done Quick 2026 Returns this Weekend

2026/01/02

Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ), the annual charity speedrunning marathon organized by Games Done Quick, returns this weekend to raise funds for Prevent Cancer Foundation. Taking place January 4-10 at the Wyndham Grand in downtown Pittsburgh, AGDQ 2026 will be livestreamed 24/7 via the official Games Done Quick Twitch channel.

Throughout the week, speedrunners from around the world will showcase high-level gameplay across an assortment of classic and modern games, such as Split Fiction, Resident Evil 2, Luigi’s Mansion, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Silent Hill f, and many more. The event kicks off on Sunday, January 4 with Super Mario Sunshine. The full schedule is available at https://gamesdonequick.com/schedule.

AGDQ 2026 will be held in support of Prevent Cancer Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering people to stay ahead of cancer through prevention and early detection. Viewers can donate throughout the event via GamesDoneQuick.com, with one hundred percent of those proceeds going directly to the charity. Last year, AGDQ raised more than $2.5 million for Prevent Cancer Foundation.

For more information, please visit gamesdonequick.com.

Tron: Ares Streams Exclusively On Disney+ January 7

2025/12/31

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

The new year ushers in a return to the Grid when the epic sci-fi action-adventure Tron: Ares begins streaming January 7 on Disney+. Directed by Joachim Rønning, the newest chapter in the TRON saga invites fans to experience a striking new world and high-velocity spectacle right from home. The edge-of-your-seat action thrusts audiences into a high-stakes clash between artificial intelligence and humanity, powered by cutting-edge visual effects and an electrifying original score by Nine Inch Nails.

Expanding upon the original Tron and Tron: Legacy film series, Tron: Ares is “a fast-paced, thrilling movie that launches at full throttle and never slows down,” (Jonathan Sim, Coming Soon). Critics also recognize that “Rønning and cinematographer Jeff Cronenweth’s canvas pops with color, contrast and motion, while Nine Inch Nails’ techno-forward score literally rattles your seat” (Joseph Morona, Cleveland.com).

Tron: Ares will be the latest film available in IMAX Enhanced on Disney+, featuring IMAX’s exclusive expanded aspect ratio for all Disney+ subscribers, ensuring that the filmmakers’ creative intent is fully preserved for a more immersive viewing experience at home. Subscribers with certified TVs and AV receivers can also experience IMAX Enhanced sound powered by DTS, featuring the full dynamic range of the original cinematic mix.

Before stepping into the future, return to where the journey began. Tron and Tron: Legacy are now streaming on Disney+, inviting viewers to experience the evolution of the Grid and the legacy that drives directly in Tron: Ares.

Film Synopsis
Get ready for the electrifying action and adventure of Tron: Ares. When a highly sophisticated Program named Ares is sent from the digital world into the real world on a dangerous mission, it marks humankind’s first encounter with AI beings. (Warning: Some flashing-lights scenes in this film may affect photosensitive viewers.)

Predator: Badlands Home Video Release February 17th

2025/12/31

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

A bold new chapter in the legendary Predator franchise arrives January 6 when Predator: Badlands unleashes its pulse-pounding sci-fi action on Digital including Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. The hunt continues in the new year with the film’s arrival on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD February 17.

Director Dan Trachtenberg steers the Predator franchise into bold new territory, with audiences enthusiastically embracing his vision. Predator: Badlands has emerged as the highest-grossing entry in the franchise’s 38-year history, earning $183 million worldwide and surpassing the previous record holder, 2004’s Alien vs. Predator ($177.4M). The film’s success is matched by strong audience and critical response, boasting a 95% Rotten Tomatoes® Verified Hot Popcornmeter score and an 86% Certified Fresh Tomatometer critics rating.

Predator: Badlands deepens Yautja lore by introducing new characters Dek (Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi) and Thia (Elle Fanning), following them on an underdog hero’s journey shaped by an unlikely alliance. Blending themes of survival and self-discovery with intense combat, striking visual effects, and moments of humor, the film delivers a
high-stakes action adventure on both a visceral and emotional level. Fans can explore the world of Predator even further with exclusive bonus features, including behind-the-scenes featurettes that spotlight the film’s bold production design and visual effects, along with deleted scenes and additional insider content.

For the ultimate collectors within the Predator storyscape, a limited edition 4K SteelBook® dramatically captures the scale and intensity of battle with the Kalisk, while highlighting the unexpected alliance between Dek and Thia.

Film Synopsis
Set in the future on a deadly remote planet, Predator: Badlands follows Dek, a young Predator outcast from his clan, who finds an unlikely ally in Thia and embarks on a treacherous journey in search of the ultimate adversary.

Bonus Features*

Deleted & Pre-Visualization Scenes with Optional Audio Commentary:
- Sand Trap – An early animatic version of Dek’s very different first encounter with Thia.
- Squirt Canyon – The full version of Dek and Thia traversing the water-filled trench while trying to survive Genna…and each other.
- Tessa vs. Abe – Tessa faces off against a superior synth in this deleted scene and storyline.
- Razor Grass – The original previsualization of Dek, Thia, and Bud’s first hunt together…sort of.
- The Outpost – Thia takes Dek to a small Weyland-Yutani field facility where they experience a few things that ended up being used elsewhere in the final film.
- Super Power Loader Extended – Special additional moments during Dek’s climactic final battle with the Super Power Loader and the Kalisk.
Featurettes:
- Embodying the Predator – Meet the talented team of designers, performers, and effects artists responsible for bringing one of cinema’s most terrifying creatures to life on screen in ways we’ve never seen before!
- Authentic Synthetics – Get up close and personal with synths Thia and Tessa as star Elle Fanning walks us through the process of crafting two characters who may look the same but have evolved in surprisingly unique ways.
- Building the Badlands – With razor sharp grass, killer trees, and terrifying animals, never has a planet been more deadly than Genna. Uncover how a team of artisans built this threatening landscape, transforming real locations into the dangerous environments seen on screen.
- Dek of the Yautja – For the first time ever, director Dan Trachtenberg has given audiences an extended peek at Predator culture. Follow the evolution as filmmakers reveal the process behind developing the Yautja’s home world, spacecraft, and family dynamics.
- Audio Commentary: Watch the film with audio commentary by Director Dan Trachtenberg, Producer Ben Rosenblatt, Director of Photography Jeff Cutter and Stunt Coordinator Jacob Tomuri.

*Bonus features may vary by product and retailer

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays 2025

2025/12/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

‘Tis the season to spread cheer and express our gratitude! From all of us here at GamingShogun.com, we want to wish you a joyous holiday season filled with warmth, laughter, and cherished moments with loved ones. Thank you for being a part of our online community and for your continued support throughout the year. Your readership inspires us to keep creating content that informs, entertains, and connects us all. As you gather around the twinkling lights and enjoy the festive spirit, we hope you feel the joy and magic that this special time of year brings.

Happy Holidays and a prosperous New Year from your friends at GamingShogun.com!

Korea. IL2 Series Gameplay Reveal Trailer

2025/12/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

1C Game Studios presents the first gameplay reveal of the coming Korea. IL2 Series combat flight sim. The video shows in-game footage of the new in-game Museum mode and actual gameplay on the MiG-15 attack on the B-29 bombing force during the Korean War in 1951.

Korea is a generational leap that honors the dramatic transition from propeller-driver aircraft to jet fighters in the 1950s, featuring the largest map in IL-2 Series history and eight meticulously detailed and designed in-game recreations of historic aircraft. Built on an entirely new engine featuring enhanced damage and flight modeling, Korea delivers incredible immersion while maintaining the franchise’s signature balance of authentic simulation and accessibility. The game is scheduled for release in Q2 2026 with Early Access starting in Spring 2026. Exclusive preorder that includes Early Access feature is available at il2-korea.com.

Korea. IL-2 Series will launch at $99.99 on full release and 1C has established a dynamic discount to reward early adopters: the current preorder price is discounted to $79.99 and increases to $89.99 at Early Access launch. The Founders Edition ($139.99) includes all preorder content plus Year 1 DLC access, featuring five additional aircraft and new gameplay features to be revealed in the future.

Eight meticulously recreated player-controllable aircraft will form the core of Korea. IL-2’s roster, each constructed from real schematics, historical photographs, pilot manuals, and museum documentation. Every gauge functions. Every gunsight operates as it did in the hands of the pilots who flew them.

Flyable Aircraft:

F-86A-5 Sabre
MiG-15bis
F-51D Mustang
IL-10
Yak-9P
F-80C-10 Shooting Star
La-11
F-84E Thunderjet

Korea. IL-2‘s obsessive attention to detail extends far beyond the aircraft themselves. Dozens of AI-controlled planes — including B-29 bombers — vehicles, trains, and ships populate the battlefield with an exceedingly high level of detail, rarely achieved in flight combat simulation titles today.

Players will pilot these legendary aircraft across a 75,000+ square mile/200,000 square km) map, the largest in the IL-2 franchise’s history. It is not a modern Korea, either — the team at 1C Game Studios referenced historical maps and documents to painstakingly reconstruct the landscape as it existed in the early 1950s, even accounting for dramatic changes like filled straits and altered coastlines that transformed the region over seven decades.

SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide Season Pass Trailer

2025/12/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

THQ Nordic is excited to announce the brand-new Tidal Season Pass for SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, bringing exclusive DLC inspired by The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants directly into the game.

Players can unlock a wave of new content, including costumes, challenges, and themed locations, expanding their ghostly adventure across Bikini Bottom and beyond.

Get the Season Pass today and discover all upcoming DLC as it releases.

Season Pass Contents – Overview
Gameplay DLC

Plankton’s Portal Challenge – Out now
Search for SquarePants Challenge DLC – Out now

Costume Packs

Search for SquarePants Costume Pack – Out now
Double Deluxe Costume Pack – Coming 2026

And if you can’t get enough of the Titans of the Tide song, you’ll find the full track on all major music streaming platforms: Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and more!

Spotify: https://thqn.net/43yGots
Apple: https://thqn.net/47L0YcB
Amazon: https://thqn.net/3LCnMmp
YT Music: https://thqn.net/4peTt3y

GAMEMAX Unveils NEX C56 and NEX C56 VC Dual-Chamber Cases

2025/12/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Hardware News, News

GAMEMAX, an emerging leader in PC gaming hardware including power supply units and cases, today introduces the new NEX C56 and NEX C56 VC mid-tower dual-chamber cases, engineered for high-end gaming PCs that demand both performance and visual impact.

Both cases utilise a 12° inclined airflow layout driven by three pre-installed F120RA Reverse Airflow Fans 120mm ARGB fans. The NEX C56 targets builders who prioritise maximum cooling performance, featuring a high-airflow design complemented by a full mesh top panel. Meanwhile, the NEX C56 VC caters to users who value an unobstructed interior view, replacing the mesh top with tempered glass to complete a striking triple-glass aesthetic.

GAMEMAX NEX 56: Maximum Airflow, Maximum Performance

The GAMEMAX NEX C56 dual-chamber mid-tower arrives with seven pre-installed ARGB fans, delivering robust cooling performance straight out of the box. Its mesh top panel supports 360mm AIO radiators, enabling a stack-effect airflow configuration that enhances heat dissipation and ensures stable thermals for high-performance builds, even under heavy workloads.

Key Features

12° Inclined Airflow Layout: Both models feature bottom and right-side intake fans positioned at a 12° angle, creating an optimised airflow pathway that improves ventilation and accelerates heat dissipation.
Spacious Dual-Chamber Interior: Supports ATX motherboards, GPUs up to 425mm (NVIDIA 50 Series ready), CPU coolers up to 182mm, PSUs up to 220mm, dual 360mm radiators, and up to four storage drives (2× 3.5in HDD + 2× 2.5in SSD), with generous space for clean cable routing.
Extensive Cooling Support: The NEX C56 supports up to 10× 120mm fans or 6× 120mm + 3× 140mm fans, while the NEX C56 VC supports up to 7× 120mm fans or 3× 120mm + 3× 140mm fans. Both include four pre-installed 120mm ARGB/PWM daisy-chained fans with a ring blade design.
Modern Front I/O Connectivity: Equipped with a fast USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port and two USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports for convenient, future-ready access (NEX C56 also available with USB 3.2 Gen2x2 depending on configuration).
Vertical GPU Installation: Supports vertical graphics card mounting without blocking bottom airflow or fan placement.
Adjustable GPU Support Bracket: A height-adjustable bracket helps prevent GPU sag and provides stability during system transport and long-term use.
Comprehensive Dust Protection: Magnetic, removable dust filters are placed on the top (NEX C56 only), bottom, and right side to simplify cleaning and maintain consistent system reliability.

GAMEMAX NEX 56 VC: Maximum Vision with Triple Tempered Glass

The GAMEMAX NEX C56 VC (Vision Compact) is engineered to deliver maximum visibility with its 270° panoramic, triple-tempered glass design. It is ideal for builders who want an unobstructed view of their system from the front, side, and top. Despite its showcase-focused layout, the NEX C56 VC still offers strong cooling performance, shipping with four pre-installed 120mm ARGB fans right out of the box.

Key Features

Three-Sided Panoramic Glass: Features 4mm tempered glass on the front, side and top, delivering a fully unobstructed view of hardware and lighting from multiple angles.
12° Inclined Airflow Design: Bottom and right-side intake fans are angled at 12° to create an optimized airflow channel, enhancing ventilation and accelerating heat dissipation.
Spacious Dual-Chamber Layout: Offers generous interior and cable management space, supporting ATX motherboards, 425mm GPUs (NVIDIA 50 Series ready), 182mm CPU coolers, 220mm PSUs, dual 360mm radiators, and multiple storage options (2x 3.5” HDD + 2x 2.5” SSD).
Extensive Cooling Options: Supports up to 7x 120mm fans or 3 x 120mm+3 x 140mm fans. Pre-installed with 4x 120mm daisy-chained ARGB fans with ring blade design.
Modern I/O Panel: Front I/O panel includes 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C and 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports for fast, future-ready device connectivity.
Vertical GPU Support: Enables vertical graphics card installation without compromising bottom fan placement or airflow.
Adjustable GPU Support Bracket: Includes a height-adjustable GPU bracket to minimize sagging and protect your graphics card during transport and long-term use.
Comprehensive Dust Protection: Features removable magnetic dust filters on the, bottom, and right side for easy cleaning and reliable system performance.

Specifications

Warranty, Availability, and Pricing

The GAMEMAX NEX C56 and NEX C56 VC are covered with a 1-year warranty, see pricing below.

NEX C56 BK: $69.99

NEX C56 WH: $74.99

NEX C56 VC BK: $59.99

NEX C56 VC WH: $64.99

For more information on availability and pricing, please contact your local GAMEMAX representative.

Product Pages:

NEX C56 BK: https://gamemaxpc.com/Infinity/6638.html

NEX C56 WH: https://gamemaxpc.com/Infinity/6640.html

NEX C56 VC BK: https://gamemaxpc.com/Infinity/6644.html

NEX C56 VC WH: https://gamemaxpc.com/Infinity/6646.html

Final Weeks to Experience Holiday Magic at Knott’s Berry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain

2025/12/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

Experience the magic of Knott’s Merry Farm and Magic Mountain’s Holiday in the Park before these events conclude on Jan. 4. At Knott’s Merry Farm, guests can enjoy classic traditions such as Snoopy’s Night Before Christmas, the enchanting Snow and Glow, and the dazzling new Christmas Tree adorned with thousands of lights and vintage ornaments. The park also delights with festive shows, Victorian carolers, holiday eats and immersive activities for all ages.

Meanwhile, Magic Mountain’s Holiday in the Park shines with over two million lights, a brand-new tree lighting ceremony, and festive performances including “Oh Santa! A Holiday Spectacular.” Guests will find themed entertainment, family-friendly activities and a variety of seasonal treats throughout the park.

On New Year’s Eve, guests have a chance to say goodbye to 2025 at Knott’s as the park celebrates with special fireworks, live entertainment and special extended hours for the one-night event, including Merry Farm seasonal performances throughout the day.

The New Year’s Eve celebration entertainment includes:

At the Midnight Fireworks Spectacular, guests can ring in the New Year with a bang as the park’s skies wonderfully light up for an aerial fireworks display that will leave the young and young at heart in awe.
Kenny J, behind the turntables, brings the party to the farm with high-energy music and dancing that will take place at the Calico Mine Stage.
Next to the Calico Mine Stage, the PEANUTS characters will pose for pictures with guests to celebrate the New Year in their favorite party outfits.
Surf on by Boardwalk BBQ and catch the Dueling Pianos where two talented musicians will go head-to-head in a musical battle not to be missed.
Fiesta Plaza will feature Adelaide Pilar and DJ Lexy G playing upbeat Latin music.
The Calico Mine Stage will blast unforgettable pop and rock music courtesy of the band 90’s Rock Show.
Comedian John George brings his hilarious comedy, magic and audience participation to the Bird Cage Theatre.
Art Deco Jazz Orchestra will be on hand to play the slickest standards ever. Swing, sway and jump with the hippest cats in town. They’ll provide the tunes for guests to dance the night away in the legendary Boardwalk Ballroom. Dance instruction classes included!
A New Year’s Eve celebration is not complete without a delicious meal. Mrs. Murphy’s Kitchen will serve up a special New Year’s Eve Buffet from 3:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The buffet includes party favors and champagne toast! Walk up only.

WHEN:

Six Flags Magic Mountain’s Holiday in the Park – daily through Jan. 4
Knott’s Merry Farm – daily through Jan. 4, closed on Christmas Day
Knott’s New Year’s Eve Celebration is included with regular daytime admission. Park hours on New Year’s Eve are 9 a.m. to 1 a.m.

WHERE:

Knott’s Merry Farm – 8039 Beach Blvd, Buena Park, CA 90620

Holiday in the Park – 26101 Magic Mountain Pkwy, Valencia, CA 91355

ARK: Lost Colony Launch Trailer

2025/12/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

All-New Story-Driven Experience Set Across Seven Frozen Biomes of the Lost King’s Dominion Featuring 13+ New Creatures, Thrall Mastery, CGI and Anime Storytelling, and a Star-Studded Cast, Setting the Stage for ARK 2

Studio Wildcard today launched ARK: Lost Colony, a story-driven expansion for ARK: Survival Ascended that delivers the most ambitious narrative experience in the franchise’s 10-year history. Lost Colony introduces a vast frozen world spanning seven distinct biomes, more than a dozen new creatures, the debut of Thrall Mastery & a cinematic story blending MAPPA-produced hand-drawn anime storytelling along with Unreal Engine 5 ‘Metahuman’ cinematics – all brought to life by a cast including Michelle Yeoh as formidable warrior “Meiyin”, and Karl Urban (The Boys, Dredd, The Lord of the Rings) as veteran survivor “Bob,” now fully redesigned in Urban’s likeness.

The Lost Colony Expansion Pass ($29.99) is now available for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC platforms. As the first canonical expansion map for ARK: Survival Ascended, ARK: Lost Colony directly connects the storylines of ARK Extinction and ARK Genesis, setting the stage for the events of ARK 2.

Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis Reveals First Updates of 2026

2025/12/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

SEGA today shared a new NGS Headline WAVE a program to inform players about upcoming campaigns and updates for SEGA’s free-to-play online action RPG, PHANTASY STAR ONLINE 2 NEW GENESIS version 2. The Second Half of the Super Genesis Festival ’25, new quests, new combat sectors, and more are coming next month.

Super Genesis Festival ’25 – January 1, 2026

The Second Half of the Super Genesis Festival ’25 seasonal event kicks off on January 1. Central City will be dressed up in classy New Year’s Day decor, and the Region Mags will put on their winter coats. Raguo Rappy and Raguo Great Rappy will be brightening up these cold winter days. The Navigator, Xiandy, is ready for Halpha’s hoppin’ après-ski scene in her Salopettes. She is investigating enemy movement in Halpha, so see what she has to say.

Look for the Build Parts: Rice Cake Making and Zoni Soup at the Seasonal Points Exchange Shop, plus the accessory Deser Gunblade, modeled after the enemy weapon. Players can also pick up N-EX-Cubes, items for Tech Arts Customization, Super Genesis Festival ’25 SP Scratch Tickets, and more, so be sure to hit up that Exchange Shop. Limited-time Tasks and Title Tasks will also be added for the seasonal event. Complete these Tasks to earn TA Customization Disc X/Omni, N-Master Cubes, Arms Refiner II, and more.

Altered Battle Line: Tundra Area Gorge – January 7, 2026

Altered Battle Line: Tundra Area Gorge will be added to Alter Realm Exploration: Combat Sectors on January 7. Alter Realm Exploration: Combat Sectors requires players to activate PSE Bursts and then take down the powerful High Enemies that appear during PSE Climaxes. In Altered Battle Line: Tundra Area Gorge, players will face new Trials including Arklan Disruption Zone Enemy Suppression and Raid Area Enemy Suppression. In each of these Trials, objects will spawn that damage the player, but they can also use these objects to gain an advantage in battle. Two new Player Ability Buffs will also be added. Both of these new buffs will unleash a powerful effect when using Sidestep. Be sure to try it out!

Limited-time and Title Tasks will also be added to coincide with the Alter Realm Exploration Updates. Complete these Tasks to earn Super Genesis Festival ’25 SP Scratch Tickets, N-Master Cubes, and more.

Drill: Luther, Emergent Created Conqueror – January 7, 2026

Drill: Luther, Emergent Created Conqueror will soon be available as a Trigger Quest. This will be a Trigger Quest version of the Urgent Quest: Luther, Emergent Created Conqueror, released earlier this month. The Quest Triggers needed to accept this quest will be available at the N-Meseta Treasure Shop until February 4th. Players can accept this quest at the Quest Counter under Limited-Time Quests from January 7 to February 4, and under Trigger Quests after that period.

Limited-time Quest: Drill: Three-Way Race – January 21, 2026

The new Limited-time Quest: Drill: Three-Way Race arrives on January 21! The quest begins with players divided into three separate lanes, and the goal is to progress through your lane and complete it. Up to 12 ARKS Defenders can participate. Defeating enemies in each lane will reduce the health of the boss enemy in the final area. Work together with the fellow ARKS in your lane to defeat as many enemies as possible. There will also be Limited-time Tasks and Title Tasks for this Limited-time Quest. Complete these Tasks to earn Titles and Super Genesis Festival ’25 SP Scratch Tickets.

14-Star Rarity Fortscha Armor

It will soon be possible to upgrade the 13-star Rarity Fortscha Armor to different 14-star Rarity armors. Players will be able to choose between Belfes Armor, with higher HP and PP, and Belfes Armor: Vio, which doesn’t increase HP but gives a higher PP boost instead. Both armors increase Weapon Potency by 8% and give additional Damage Resistance. To upgrade, Fortasvance is needed, which can be acquired in Altered Battle Line: Tundra Area Gorge. The grind is worth it!

Catch all the updates coming next month to PSO2: NGS in today’s NGS Headline Wave. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBUa4m-3R1Y

The Global version of PHANTASY STAR ONLINE 2 NEW GENESIS includes fully localized text and character voices in English and will remain content current with the Japanese servers. Details can be found at https://ngs.pso2.com/. For additional up-to-the-minute updates, players can follow @play_PSO2 on Twitter, @PSO2Official on Facebook, and @play_pso2 on Instagram.