Author - Jerry Paxton

Sailaway – The Sailing Simulator Early Access Launch Trailer

2017/04/25
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

LONDON – April 25th, 2017 – New and experienced sailors alike are able to take to the high seas with Sailaway today– the ultimate sailing simulator that brings the world’s oceans to the comfort of your home. Published by new independent games publisher, The Irregular Corporation and developed by OrbCreation, the ultimate sailing simulator is coming this spring on PC and Mac for  £29.99 / $39.99 / €36.99 – http://store.steampowered.com/app/552920/.

OrbCreation has recreated the oceans of the planet with unparalleled accuracy with a detailed world map: In Sailaway, making a trip across the Pacific takes months, just as it would on a real boat. With a persistent online world, adjust your settings and your boat will continue to sail even if you aren’t online.  Receive updates via email as your boat continues its progress, but don’t forget to check in often – with real-time weather data pulled from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) conditions can change in just a few hours.

Choose from three types of ultra-detailed boats, a 38′ Cruiser, a Mini-Transat or a 45′ Classic Yacht – all accurately modelled with comprehensive controls and set a course for adventure. Featuring accurately modelled waves and water colour based on your location (waves and wave behaviour differs from ocean to ocean!), and accurately modelled day and night sky, Sailaway is the most advanced sailing simulator on the market.

With a range of difficulty settings, Sailaway allows for adjustments for even the most novice players to blossom into fully fledged sailors, while providing advanced features to challenge seasoned lifelong captains.

The developers at Orbcreation also understand the world’s oceans can be a lonely place, so they have designed an in-game real-time global, local and group chat which will allow you to communicate freely with other sailors to organize your own voyages or pass on sailing tips. These features also allow you to invite others onto your boat to help tackle the voyage ahead – and if you fancy some friendly competition, Sailaway includes options to create your own races with start/finish lines. Reign as master of the wind with online leaderboards and challenge one another for the top spot.

With an established fanbase, Sailaway plans to utilize Steam Early Access to continue to shape the game’s difficulty curves and take input on boats, tutorials, challenges, events and community features. More content is planned for the game and players are encouraged to give feedback.

For more information about Sailaway please visit www.sailawaysimulator.com.

Batman: Arkham VR PC Launch Trailer

2017/04/25
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

April 25, 2017 – Batman™: Arkham VR from Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment is now available for HTC VIVE™ and Oculus™ Rift.  Until its release for PC VR platforms today, the top-selling virtual reality game was exclusive to PlayStation® VR. Batman: Arkham VR was developed by the critically acclaimed Rocksteady Studios, and takes place in the award-winning Batman: Arkham canon.

The first virtual reality experience to immerse players into the Dark Knight’s universe, Batman: Arkham VR allows fans to step into Batman’s cowl like never before.  PC players with HTC Vive and Oculus Rift hardware are now able to experience Gotham City through the eyes of the World’s Greatest Detective, and delve deep into a tense Batman: Arkham mystery.  Players will enter a virtual reality world where they must think like Batman and utilize his legendary gadgets, unraveling a plot that threatens the lives of his closest allies.

Batman: Arkham VR will support both the Oculus Touch and Vive Controllers, and also have full gamepad support on PC, including the PS4 Dual Shock 4 Controller, Xbox One Controller and the Steam Controller.

Batman: Arkham VR is rated “M” for Mature by the ESRB.  For more information or to join the Batman: Arkham VR conversation, please visit www.batmanarkhamvr.com or find us @BatmanArkham on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII Fame & Strategy Expansion Pack Launch Trailer

2017/04/25
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Burlingame, Calif. – April 25, 2017 – KOEI TECMO America today proudly announced the release of Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII: Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack, an extensive content expansion for the historically-inspired strategy epic set in second century China, alongside a new trailer. With today’s launch of the Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack, Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIIImakes its debut on Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and is now available exclusively as a digital bundle with its just-launched DLC. This bundle package is also available on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and on Windows PC via Steam® for those who do not yet own Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII.

Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII: Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack introduces new mechanics to the series that allow for greater strategic possibilities and additional options for diplomacy, nobility and warfare in the fight to unify China. One of these additions is the Fame System, wherein players work towards receiving bonuses for their characters by completing achievements, which range from battlefield objectives to peacefully resolving disputes. Players can also earn a Prestige title for their character through the Fame System, which will unlock new actions based on their Prestige level and ultimately shape life as an officer.

Also arriving with the new expansion is the War Council, which is held before engaging in battle. With this feature, Generals are able to choose which Officers will follow them into combat and which strategies they will apply to outsmart their opponent. Furthermore, players will now be able to create their own scenarios with the Event Editor. This tool allows unique narratives to be crafted within second century China and offers full control over when Events take place, which officers are affected and whether there will be multiple outcomes.

For more information on Romance of the Three Kingdoms XIII: Fame and Strategy Expansion Pack, please visit the official website at www.koeitecmoamerica.com/rtk13ep, Like KOEI TECMO America on Facebook at www.facebook.com/koeitecmous, and become part of the #KTfamily by following KOEI TECMO America on Twitter at @KoeiTecmoUS. This title has been rated “E10+ for Everyone 10+” by theESRB.

PTS Syndicate and KWA Join Forces with Distribution Deal

2017/04/24
Jerry Paxton
Action Sports, Airsoft News, Articles, News

Los Angeles, CA – PTS Syndicate and KWA Performance Industries, Inc. (KWA) proudly announce a joint venture to distribute PTS licensed airsoft guns in the United States.  Commencing immediately, US-based airsoft dealers and customers will be able to purchase PTS airsoft guns from both KWA and PTS Syndicate (America).  KWA’s industry-leading warranty service will apply to all US sales with PTS providing supplemental customer assistance support.

“This new US joint distribution agreement leverages the strengths of both global airsoft brands and gives  our American dealers and customers more accessibility to PTS airsoft guns with greater post-sale service and support,” says PTS Syndicate Founder & CEO Sam Lam.

PTS will contribute its line of premium quality, exclusively licensed airsoft gun replicas to supplement KWA’s wide-range of professional training and airsoft products which are highly regarded in the law enforcement and recreational airsoft market. “We’re very excited to share our logistics, sales, and support infrastructure and growing authorized dealer network to expand the footprint of the PTS brand and continue to grow the sport,” adds VP of Sales & Marketing Albert Villalta.

PTS rifles will leverage KWA’s evolving gas blowback and electric gun technologies.  While KWA’s gas blowback system is widely accepted as the most durable and reliable in the market, PTS’ electric guns will be built on KWA’s new class-leading AEG 2.5 and AEG 3 systems.

PTS products that will be available through PTS Syndicate (America) and KWA include:

  • PTS Mega Arms™ MKM CQB AR-15 Gas Blowback Rifle – This 10.5 inch barrel length CQB rifle utilizes Mega Arms’ proprietary MKM upper receiver and Keymod compatible handguard along with Mega’s billet lower receiver.   Its unique appearance complements the best-in-class performance and durability of KWA’s LM4 gas blowback rifle system upon which it is based.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $420. (AVAILABLE NOW)
  • PTS Masada GBBR – The Masada rifle is available in Black or Flat Dark Earth colors, has fully ambidextrous controls, integral front sight, flip rear sight, and a unique quick change barrel system that authentically replicates that of the real Masada.  A quick change 11.5 inch CQB barrel and Masada rail system are available accessories from PTS.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $420. (BOTH COLORS AVAILABLE NOW)
  • PTS Mega Arms™ MML MATEN GBBR – This highly anticipated new product, more than 2 years in the making, will be one of the first AR type heavy rifle/designated marksman rifle airsoft gas rifle platforms available in the United States.  It features a 16 inch barrel, Mega Arms’ billet style lower receiver, and Mega Arms’ proprietary design and highly rigid MATEN upper receiver with a 14 inch M-LOK® compatible rail system.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $460. (PREORDER ITEM – ETA PENDING)
  • PTS Mega Arms™ MKM AR-15 GBBR – The Mega Arms MKM AR-15 is back due to popular demand. This 14.5 inch barrel length carbine utilizes Mega Arms’ proprietary MKM upper receiver and Keymod compatible handguard along with Mega’s billet lower receiver.   Its unique appearance complements the best-in-class performance and durability of KWA’s LM4 gas blowback rifle system upon which it is based.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $440. (RE-RELEASE PREORDER ITEM – ETA PENDING)
  • PTS Enhanced Polymer Magazine (EPM) GBB – The EPM GBB magazine utilizes a Dupont™ Zytel® reinforced polymer shell and has design features that ease insertion/extraction from rifle magazine wells and magazine pouches.  It is fully compatible with all KWA LM4 rifle variants and has a 38 round capacity.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $49.95. (BOTH BLACK & FDE AVAILABLE NOW)
  • PTS Enhanced Polymer Magazine Large Round (EPM LR) GBB – The EPM LR magazine features a rugged Dupont™ Zytel® reinforced polymer shell designed specifically for the Mega Arms MML MATEN GBBR with a 35 round capacity.  The EPM LR has a “Blank Fire” switch which allows the user to “fire” the rifle without bb’s loaded.
    Suggested Retail Price/MAP: $49.95. (PREORDER ITEM – ETA PENDING)

Accessories available ONLY through PTS:

FOX Orders 10 More Episodes of The X-Files

2017/04/22
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Movie News, News

4/20/2017 – FOX has ordered a second chapter of THE X-FILES event series. The all-new 10-episode installment once again will be executive-produced by creator Chris Carter, with stars David Duchovny and Gillian Anderson returning in their roles as iconic FBI Agents Fox Mulder and Dana Scully. The event series will air during the 2017-2018 season. Production is set to begin in summer 2017.

“Iconic characters, rich storytelling, bold creators – these are the hallmarks of great TV shows. And they are some of the reasons why THE X-FILES has had such a profound impact on millions of fans worldwide,” said David Madden, President, Fox Broadcasting Company. “Chris’ creativity, along with the brilliant work of David and Gillian, continue to propel this pop culture phenomenon, and we can’t wait to see what fresh mysteries Mulder and Scully uncover in this next chapter of THE X-FILES.”

In 2016, THE X-FILES drew an average Multi-Platform audience of nearly 16 million viewers and was last season’s No. 2 broadcast drama. It also was the season’s most talked-about event series on Twitter.

THE X-FILES originally premiered in September 1993. Over the course of its nine-season run, the influential series went from breakout sci-fi favorite to massive global hit, and became one of the most successful television dramas of all time. The show, which earned 16 Emmy Awards, five Golden Globes and a Peabody Award, follows FBI special agents Scully (Anderson) and Mulder (Duchovny) as they investigate unexplained cases – “X-Files” – for which the only answers involve paranormal phenomena.

Produced by 20th Century Fox Television and Ten Thirteen Productions, THE X-FILES is created and executive-produced by Chris Carter.

The Hunting Simulator Bestiary Trailer

2017/04/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Lesquin, France, April 21, 2017 – To exhibit in full detail all of the available content within Hunting Simulator, Bigben and Neopica release the first video out of three revealing the true authenticity of the game experience.

Through this video, learn more about the different animals which you can track during your adventures. How to find them, how to understand their group behavior, what to do if they scare… Each species is precisely modeled and reproduced in the game for the most realistic experience possible. It’s all on you to learn how to track them to become the best hunter.

Hunting season opens this summer on PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and PC.

Click here for the Steam page: http://store.steampowered.com/app/585080/

EA PLAY 2017 Tickets Now Available

2017/04/21
Jerry Paxton
E3, Geek News, News

April 21, 2017 — EA has announced that tickets to the second annual EA PLAY event taking place in Hollywood, CA from June 10-12 are now available for free. Attendees will be among the first to play upcoming EA games, including Star Wars Battlefront II, the next Need for Speed game, Madden 18, FIFA 18 and NBA Live 18.

EA PLAY tickets are free and available to the public but are limited in quantity. Fans looking to check out EA’s games ahead of their release should register soon at the following link: https://eaplay17.fishsoftware.com/public/

Those that can’t make it to EA PLAY in person are invited to tune into “Live @ EA PLAY”, a special 90-minute streamed broadcast from EA PLAY that will provide viewers with in-depth gameplay walkthroughs, conversations with the development teams and behind-the-scenes looks at EA’s most anticipated titles.

More information on EA Play can be found on the official EA PLAY website and EA Twitter account.

Steven Spielberg Helps Inaugurate Universal CityWalk’s New State-of-the-Art Universal Cinema

2017/04/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News

Universal City, California, April 20, 2017 – Ron Meyer, Vice Chairman, NBCUniversal; Academy®, Emmy, Golden Globe and BAFTA award-winning filmmaker Steven Spielberg; Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Jordan Peele (Get Out); Emmy Award-nominated filmmaker Will Packer (Straight Outta Compton); Academy Award®-nominated and Emmy Award-winning producer Jason Blum (Get Out); and Karen Irwin, President & COO, Universal Studios Hollywood, celebrated the grand opening of Universal CityWalk’s multi-million dollar AMC Theatre renovation to create an all-new state-of-the-art Universal Cinema. 

With its proximity to the Universal Studios’ production lot and filming locations for many blockbuster movies, these award-winning filmmakers helped call “action” and shine a spotlight on the Universal Cinema as the place to “see movies where movies are made.”

“The new Universal Cinema is a spectacular place to enjoy blockbuster films and we’re thrilled to have such acclaimed filmmakers join us to commemorate the occasion,” said Karen Irwin, President & COO, Universal Studios Hollywood. “As The Entertainment Capital of L.A., we’ve entertained guests for generations, taking them behind-the-scenes of movie-making and placing them in the heart of the action with our incredible attractions, so it’s only fitting that we create the ultimate movie-going experience giving fans access to a movie theatre where they watch films in Hollywood screening rooms the same way filmmakers do.”

Universal Cinema’s top-to-bottom makeover coincides with Universal Studios Hollywood’s ambitious epic transformation to reimagine the world-class entertainment destination.

For film buffs, Universal CityWalk has long been the epicenter for fans seeking an environment that matches the excitement of their favorite blockbuster movies. Delivering modern, high-tech elegance and chic sophistication, the renovation of the split-level movie theatre offers a stylish and inviting place that captures the spirt of the glamourous movie studio—complete with screening room quality theatres and ultra-plush reclining seats.

The Director’s Lounge Cocktail Bar—an all-new upscale and stylish second-level retreat, flanked by the upper level theatres—adds a charismatic new dimension to the space for casual pre- and post- movie-going fun.  Beverages served at the lounge can also be taken into the second level theatres.

Each redesigned theatre has been fully upgraded with the most technologically advanced sight and sound achievements. The Universal Cinema represents the first multiplex in the United States to incorporate Christie laser projection, Christie Vive audio sound system and Dolby ATMOS with recliner seating to deliver maximum-impact movie presentations in 18 auditoriums. The installation of new state-of-the art screens, perforated to enable 360 degree audio, complement the overall enhancements.

The recent upgrade to the IMAX theatre features IMAX’s next-generation 4K laser projection and 12-channel sound systems designed to enhance the entire movie-going experience and provide an audience with sharper, brighter, clearer and more vivid digital images than ever.

A departure from traditional movie concession stands, the completely redesigned AMC Marketplace offers movie-goers a contemporary grab-n-go, self-service experience, featuring a delectable new take on concession favorites, including specialty popcorn, gourmet foods, real fruit smoothies, café style coffees and a Coca-Cola Freestyle self-service touch screen soda fountain featuring 165 different Coca-Cola drink products. 

A box office and guest services concierge is now located inside the venue, with convenient automated box office kiosks situated adjacent to the venue by the “5 Towers” outdoor concert stage. Additionally, movie-goers can enjoy $5 Movie General Parking with the purchase of a movie ticket. 

Since 1993, CityWalk has boosted the city’s rhythm through a foundation built on providing memorable entertainment experiences.  With a series of dramatic enhancements currently underway from the introduction of new dining experiences such as the recently opened Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, Voodoo Doughnut, and LudoBird, shopping experiences and visually aesthetic design features, CityWalk continues to resonate as one of L.A.’s most influential lifestyle centers.

More information on CityWalk is available at www.CityWalkHollywood.com. Regular updates can also be found on CityWalk’s Twitter @CityWalkLA, Facebook-Universal CityWalk Hollywood and Instagram @CityWalkLA.

Corsair Unveils Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti

2017/04/20
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Hardware News, News

FREMONT, CA – April 20th, 2017 – CORSAIR®, a world leader in enthusiast memory, PC components and high-performance gaming hardware today announced the release of the new CORSAIR Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti all-in-one liquid cooled graphics card. Combining the extreme gaming horsepower of the NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 Ti GPU with world-renowned CORSAIR Hydro Series liquid cooling and magnetic levitation airflow, the Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti delivers the phenomenal performance of an overclocked GTX 1080 Ti with all the benefits of liquid cooling. Cooler temperatures, lower noise, higher clock speeds, and easy installation combine to allow the Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti to offer all the performance, with none of the compromises.

Developed in partnership with the expert graphics team at MSI®, the Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti is powered by the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1080 Ti, the most advanced NVIDIA GeForce GPU ever made. Boasting an irresponsible level of graphics processing performance, the GTX 1080 Ti features 11GB of GDDR5X memory, 3,584 CUDA Cores and a massive 352-bit memory bus, allowing it to drive today’s most demanding games and graphics applications at not just ultra-detail settings and high frame-rates, but stunning 4K resolution; it’s the ultimate GeForce GPU for PC enthusiasts who demand nothing but the best. The Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti pushes that performance even further, with a factory overclocked GPU core frequency of 1,506 MHz, boost frequency of 1,620 MHz and a memory frequency of 11,124 MHz, squeezing every frame per second, polygon and pixel out of the GTX 1080 Ti GPU.

The improvements aren’t just in MHz; with the Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti, CORSAIR takes NVIDIA’s best and makes it better. By equipping the GPU with a CORSAIR Hydro Series H55 liquid cooler, the heat produced by the GTX 1080 Ti GPU is efficiently channelled away by a micro-fin copper base to a 120mm radiator, allowing heat to be rapidly dissipated and exhausted out of your PC rather than build up inside. The result is up to 50 percent lower GPU temperatures, which in turn allows the Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti to boost its GPU clock speeds higher for longer, producing up to ten percent faster performance versus a stock GTX 1080 Ti. What’s more, with quick and easy installation into most 120mm case fan mounts, the Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti and its radiator are easy to fit into almost any PC case.

To cool the fastest GeForce GPU ever, CORSAIR selected its most advanced 120mm cooling fan, the ML120 LED. CORSAIR ML Series fans harness magnetic levitation technology to physically suspend the fan rotor away from the fan motor when in operation. This greatly reduces friction and fan noise, allowing the Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti to run cool while the ML120 spins at incredibly low noise levels, even with the GPU at full load. What’s more, with 4-pin PWM fan control and a 400-2,400 RPM range, you can tweak and tune the Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti’s cooling to suit your system – cool and quiet, or maximum airflow for the lowest temperatures and highest overclocks.

Combining the very best of NVIDIA Pascal GPU architecture, MSI graphics card design and both CORSAIR Hydro Series liquid cooling and magnetic levitation airflow, the CORSAIR Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti is the GTX 1080 Ti, but cooler.

Specifications:

  • GPU: NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 1080 Ti
  • CUDA Cores: 3,584
  • Interface: PCI Express 3.0 x16
  • Boost / Base Core Clock:
    • 1,506 MHz / 1,620 MHz (OC Mode)
    • 1,493 MHz / 1,607 MHz (Gaming Mode)
    • 1,480 MHz / 1,582 MHz (Silent Mode)
  • Memory Clock:
    • 11,124 MHz (OC Mode)
    • 11,016 MHZ (Gaming Mode)
    • 11,016 MHz (Silent Mode)
  • Memory Size: 11,264MB
  • Memory Type: 11GB GDDR5X
  • Memory Bus: 352-bit
  • Output: 3x DisplayPort (Version 1.4), 1x HDMI (Version 2.0), 1x DL-DVI-D
  • Power Connector: 1x 8-pin, x 1x 6-pin
  • Power Consumption: 250W
  • Recommended PSU: 600W
  • SKU: CB-9060010-WW
  • Dimensions: Card – 269 x 111 x 35 mm, Cooler – 151 x 120 x 52 mm
  • Weight: Card – 1,363g, Package – 2,318g

Availability and Pricing:

The CORSAIR Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti is available immediately only from the CORSAIR official webstore to customers in the United States, UK and Germany and is backed by a three-year warranty.

Web Pages:

For more information on the Hydro GFX GTX 1080 Ti please visit:

http://www.corsair.com/hydro-gfx-1080-ti

and

http://www.corsair.com/hydro-gfx-gtx-1080-ti-liquid-cooled-graphics-card

To learn more about CORSAIR Magnetic Levitation Fans, please visit

http://www.corsair.com/mlseries

Snoopy Pop Announced

2017/04/19
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Mobile News, News, Trailers / Videos

Los Angeles, April 19, 2017 — Today, Jam City and Peanuts Worldwide announced the start of pre-registration for Snoopy Pop, an all-new bubble shooter game starring the beloved Peanuts characters and Snoopy alter-egos from the classic comic by Charles M. Schulz. Fans can now sign up to be notified when the new game launches and receive a Snoopy-licious in-game gift. Pre-Register now at jamcity.me/SnoopyGP forGoogle Play or at jamcity.me/PlaySnoopy for iOS.

Created in close partnership with the artists, animators and storytellers at Peanuts Worldwide, Snoopy Pop gives anyone with a mobile device the ability to help rescue Woodstock and his flock of birds who have been trapped in bubbles. The free-to-play game is expected to officially launch in early summer 2017.

“We are so honored to be creating a game with one of the world’s most loved and iconic brands,” said Josh Yguado, co-founder and president of Jam City. “The rich legacy of the Peanuts gang inspires our team and with Snoopy Pop we want to create a mobile game that lives up to the genius of Charles M. Schulz.”

The Peanuts Gang is Back!

Snoopy Pop gameplay features include:

  • Fun, varied, dynamic and challenging puzzles
  • Fresh new levels, characters, worlds and events added regularly
  • Collections of character game pieces, boosters and more
  • Unique character based power-ups, like Charlie Brown’s Kite
  • Game modes featuring Snoopy’s colorful alternate personas such as The Flying Ace and Masked Marvel
  • Events based on classic storylines and holiday specials
  • Maps, obstacles and boosters that capture the spirit of Peanuts
  • Original licensed music from the Peanuts holiday specials

“Working with partners who truly understand the heart of the brand and characters is paramount to Peanuts Worldwide,” said Roz Nowicki, Executive Vice President of Peanuts Worldwide and Iconix Entertainment. “Jam City has demonstrated great care and skill in helping bring Snoopy, Woodstock, Charlie Brown, Lucy and the entire Peanuts gang to a new generation of audiences. We are thrilled that people around the world who love Peanuts will be able to have so much fun playing Snoopy Pop.”

Jam City has made a science out of turning some of the world’s largest entertainment franchises and brands into hit mobile games. The mobile gaming publisher is the creator of 6 of the Top 100 Highest Grossing games played in the United States across both iPhone and Android devices, including Panda Pop, the #1 bubble shooter in US and worldwide revenue over the past 12 months.