Author - Jerry Paxton

TEKKEN 8 and King of Fighters Victrix Pro FS Fight Sticks from PDP

2024/05/30

Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: HEAR), and Performance Designed Products LLC (PDP) today announced two highly-anticipated additions to its award-winning Victrix Pro FS Arcade Fight Stick line.

Victrix has been a staple in the Fighting Game Community (FGC) since 2017, working with pro gamers to design and build their cutting-edge esports gear. Using their input, the Victrix Pro FS Arcade Fight Sticks incorporate unique, tournament-ready features like built-in carrying handles, a foam lap pad, an integrated wrist slope for maximum comfort, and a Tournament Lock Mode button.

Officially licensed by SNK and PlayStation®, The King of Fighters Pro FS Arcade Fight Sticks (MSRP: $499.99) are compatible with PS5® & PS4® and Windows PC and are available now at www.PDP.com and participating retailers worldwide. The King of Fighters fight sticks are available in four colors and character designs, and come serialized out of 250.

Officially licensed by Bandai Namco Entertainment and PlayStation, the TEKKEN 8 Pro FS Arcade Fight Sticks (MSRP: $499.99) are compatible with PS5 & PS4 and Windows PC and launch in August 2024 at www.PDP.com, Amazon, and participating retailers worldwide. The TEKKEN 8 fight sticks will be available in six colors and character designs, and come serialized out of 300. The upcoming TEKKEN 8 Pro FS Arcade Fight Stick launch will coincide with two additional TEKKEN 8-themed products: the Victrix Pro BFG Wireless Controller: Rage Art for PS5 & PS4 and Windows PC; and the Victrix Tournament Backpack.

The full Pro FS Arcade Fight Stick features for the new The King of Fighters Fight Stick and TEKKEN 8 Fight Stick include:

Etched character art and limited-edition numbering
Mode switch for compatibility with PS5 & PS4 and Windows PC
Durable shell made from aircraft-grade aluminum
Integrated 6.28° wrist slope to help reduce fatigue
Quick-access back panel for easy mods and updates to buttons and sticks
Authentic 30mm Sanwa Denshi buttons
Patented Link 2 detachable joystick on Sanwa JLF base
Control bar featuring Tournament Mode button, audio controls, lighting modes, the PS button, and more for quick adjustments
Built-in carrying handles and cable organizers
Foam lap pad for long-lasting comfort during tournaments
Rubberized grips on the back for anti-slip during gameplay

Architect Life: A House Design Simulator Announcement Trailer

2024/05/30

Jerry Paxton

NACON and the studio Shine Research are pleased to announce the development of a new project as part of the Life range of games: Architect Life: A House Design Simulator. This game invites the player to head an architectural firm that designs and builds dream homes for clients. The game will be available on PC, PS5™, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch™ in 2025.

Who hasn’t dreamed of creating the ideal home? Lovers of wide-open spaces, modern or traditional architecture: in Architect Life players design whatever they want, giving free reign to their creativity. Using an advanced, user-friendly construction tool, they create whatever house they can imagine in sandbox mode, or develop their architectural firm in career mode by bringing their clients’ dreams to life.

Thanks to the many options and wide range of choices available to players, each project will be unique, whether it involves designing a house, interior decoration or exterior improvements. At each step, the player can set up a virtual visit to ensure that, once finished, the project corresponds to the specifications and the clients are satisfied… with new skills unlocked in the process.

“Lots of people think about their dream home and decor, so seeing it come to life onscreen with Architect Life is highly gratifying. Benefiting from the studio’s technical expertise, we have created a game that is both comprehensive and easy to access, so everyone’s ideas can become reality. We hope that each player will appreciate and create their very own ‘Home sweet home’,” explained Sylvain Grosdemouge, CEO and founder of Shine Research.

Architect Life: A House Design Simulator will be available on PC PS5™, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch™ in 2025.

GameSir Unveils its Kaleid and Kaleid Flux Controllers

2024/05/30

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News

GameSir, a World-renowned brand in gaming peripherals, is proud to announce the launch of its Kaleid and Kaleid Flux controllers. These amazing new wired game controllers are designed to enhance the gaming experience with their advanced features, vibrant illuminated LED strips, and high-quality, comfortable design. Engineered with precision, and packed with features, these latest additions to GameSir’s outstanding range of controllers are the ultimate choices for FPS and action gamers that are looking to take their gaming performance to the next level. GameSir is focused on providing gamers with a superior gaming experience through its high-quality yet cost-effective controllers.

The GameSir Kaleid is available to purchase on Amazon UK, Amazon US and the GameSir official website, with an RRP of £59.99/$49.99 from May 30th

The GameSir Kaleid Flux is available to purchase on Amazon UK, Amazon US and the GameSir official website, with an RRP of £55.99/$46.99 from May 30^th.

An additional 10 percent discount coupon is also available for both controllers during the three month launch period.

The Xbox-licensed controllers feature GameSir’s signature Hall Effect sticks, which effectively deliver an anti-drift glide and a reliable, precision-tuned performance on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One X|S and Windows 10/11 and Steam platforms. The Hall Effect Analog triggers are designed to deliver a consistent output, ensuring that actions like accelerating or braking during racing games give reliable and predictable results. Textures on the grips, triggers and bumpers keep fingers firmly in control during rapid actions, while also ensuring comfort and a strong grip during extended gaming sessions.

Both models boast a stunning transparent design that incorporates 2 customisable LED light strips that can be tailored to each gamer’s unique preferences to suit different environments, moods and styles. The Kaleid has microswitch ABXY buttons, rainbow light colors, and an original PCB pattern printed with ‘KALEID’, whereas the Kaleid Flux features membrane ABXY buttons, a stunning gold light color, and is printed with a stylish damascus pattern.

Equipped with four distinct motors, these controllers can deliver both strong and subtle vibrations as needed, enhancing the tactile feedback for a more immersive gaming experience. With two asymmetric motors in the grips and in the triggers, gamers can truly experience the real, precise feedback of crashes, gunshots and bumps. The two macro back buttons offer extensive customization, allowing users to map them to a single button or a combination of buttons based on their preferences. Additionally, a turbo function can be enabled for rapid, repeated inputs. For those that like to play FPS and action games, there is a useful quick-switch to Hair Trigger Mode, which can be enabled simply by holding M + LT / RT buttons for 3 seconds. When precise linear control or ultimate responsiveness is required, the Kaleid family of controllers give the competitive edge each and every time.

Using the fully customizable GameSir Nexus software, users can enjoy creating controller profiles by mapping buttons, fine-tuning the sticks and triggers, and configuring vibration and light effects. Up to three profiles can be saved simultaneously, allowing players to adjust their settings based on the game they are playing.

Star Wars: The Old Republic 7.5 Now Live

2024/05/30

Jerry Paxton

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

The Star Wars: The Old Republic development team has launched Game Update 7.5 “Desperate Defiance” which includes the newly revealed gear inspired by The Acolyte™, the first game content based on the series to be released prior to the premiere on June 4. Players can also look forward to the next chapter in the main storyline, a new farmstead for players to grow crops, the first of many new Single Player Ventures and more in “Desperate Defiance.”

You can find the highlights of all of the new content arriving in SWTOR 7.5 “Desperate Defiance” below.

The Acolyte™ inspired items available in the Cartel Market: Players will notice a new Inspire By tab has been added to the Cartel Market window. Under this tab, players will find the Dark Harbinger Armor set and Serpent’s Tongue Vibroblade inspired by The Acolyte™. Additionally, a Wookiee Jedi inspired by hairstyle and beard customization can be found as part of the Appearance Options: Loyal Adherent Hairstyles Bundle.
New Main Story Chapter – “Desperate Defiance”: After the events of “Chains in the Dark,” players will enlist Sa’har as a new companion and take part in a risky mission to retrieve the holocron and potentially learn more of Heta’s plans. Players will also journey back to Hutta in the midst of a worker rebellion in the Minboosa District where they’ll have to deal with the proprietor and “completely legitimate businessman,” “Yusinduu the Hutt”.
Dantooine Farmstead and Spring Abundance Festival: Star Wars: The Old Republic players will have the chance to step back from combat and become the caretaker of a farmstead on Dantooine. Players will go through a quick story arc introducing them to the farmstead and afterward will be given a plot of land for them to tend to in a deal that seems almost too good to be true… The Spring Abundance Festival will let players take part in many activities including seed collecting, dancing, pie baking, animal rehabilitation and a galactic egg hunt. Players can earn a variety of rewards including outfits, mounts, mini pets, decorations and more.
The First of Many Single Player Ventures: New, challenging single-player ‘Ventures’ will be added to the game, starting with the Basilisk Prototype. This Venture connects directly to the ongoing storyline of Lane Vizla and is all about training up the Basilisk Prototype B3-S1, also known as Bessie. This prototype can become a companion for the player and can be used in limited sets of time. Players will have to gradually work on training B3-S1 to reach its full combat potential and capabilities in order for it to become a permanent companion.
New PVP Seasons Release Schedule: Starting with Update 7.5, PvP seasons will now commence the day an update launches, with PVP Season 6 “Great Pirate Hunt” beginning alongside the release of Update 7.5.
Cartel Market Updates: The High-Republic themed Refined Mentor Lightsaber, Dualsaber, Armor set and the Hidden Chain Jetpack Mount will be available with the launch of Update 7.5. Players can also grab more player character customizations including the Ahsoka-inspired Baylan beard and new enhanced dye packs.

Please let us know if you have any questions and if we can assist in your coverage of Star Wars: The Old Republic!

Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 Ventrue Clan Playstyle and Disciplines Revealed

2024/05/30

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Today, Paradox Interactive and The Chinese Room showcased the dominating, blue-blooded Ventrue clan’s playstyle and abilities for Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2.

In Bloodlines 2, the Ventrue clan supports Flesh of Marble as their passive ability, which makes players highly resistant to damage after feeding. Masters of bending the will of any who stand in their way, Ventrue can force prey into obeying commands, fighting friends, forgetting what they’ve seen, or even eliminating themselves.

Their signature vampiric abilities, or Disciplines, include:

Flesh of Marble: Feeding hardens the skin, making players highly damage-resistant.
Cloud Memory: Cause a target to forget you were there, putting them into a relaxed state.
Possession: Possess an opponent, allowing you to see through their eyes for a period. While possessed, the target can be commanded to attack another person.
Terminal Decree: Use your powers of “Dominate” to command someone to eliminate themselves.
Mass Manipulation: Subdue enemies within your gaze, preventing them from attacking. “Dominate” abilities will affect all subdued opponents while Mass Manipulation is active.
Thirst: Increases the amount of health restored by feeding.

Bloodlines 2 is the successor to the cult-classic Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines. The game takes players to the dark underbelly of Seattle, where vampires struggle for survival and supremacy.

See the blog post here to learn more about the Ventrue play style, abilities, and skill tree customization, and the developer diary here for more about the narrative elements, combat disciplines, and art direction.

Natsume Inc. Announces Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home

2024/05/30

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Mobile News, News

Natsume Inc., a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, today announced Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home, coming to iOS and Android in August 2024.

“We are excited to bring a fresh new Harvest Moon experience back to mobile gamers with Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home,” shared Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume. “Featuring the traditional Harvest Moon style that fans know and love, along with some familiar faces, we hope this will be a cozy farming adventure favorite for all mobile gamers. We look forward to welcoming you home this summer!”

Home is where the heart is! After ten years of city life, you’re ready to head back home in Harvest Moon: Home Sweet Home! Your childhood friend has convinced you to move back to your hometown to try to revitalize it, but it won’t be easy going! The town of Alba has seen better days, and not all its residents are happy to see a city slicker like you back! Can you convince even the negative naysayers that you truly have the village’s best interests at heart? And can you revitalize Alba? With the help of your childhood friend and other villagers on your side, you definitely can!

Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game Advance Access on Now

2024/05/29

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

IllFonic, Inc. is thrilled to announce Advance Access begins today for pre-orders of Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game. The game officially launches on Tuesday, June 4, worldwide on Steam/PC and Steam Deck, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Pre-orders will remain open until launch; along with advance access, fans will unlock additional bonuses (below) for this zany adaptation of the beloved iconic ‘80s film.

Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game is a 3v7, asymmetric horror multiplayer experience. Unique to this category, the game evolves the online horror formula by pitting a team of three Killer Klowns against seven scrappy Humans. Where the game stands out – the Klowns aren’t the only hunters… whereas others in the category feature a hunter vs the hunted, Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game gives Humans a chance to be the aggressor, the escape artist, or master the art of hide-and-seek. With the backdrop of Crescent Cove, the game will launch with five maps that explore all parts of this Klown-captured community.

Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game is based on MGM’s iconic 80’s movie and was made under the guidance and support of the original creators, the Chiodo Bros. Fans of this IP will see easter eggs cleverly placed throughout the game, including an ice cream truck that just might save your Human. From Klown tricks and weaponry to Human customizations that hark back to the movie, this game will surely bring a wild experience for film fans, as well as asymmetric and multiplayer gamers. Most importantly, this is just the beginning… IllFonic will unveil its post-launch roadmap soon!

Blade Runner RPG REPLICANT REBELLION Funded on Kickstarter

2024/05/29

Jerry Paxton

Book News, Geek News, News

The Replicant Underground is officially enlisting new recruits! The Kickstarter campaign for Replicant Rebellion, the massive new expansion for Blade Runner: The Roleplaying Game from Free League Publishing, was fully funded today within twelve minutes after launch.

Replicant Rebellion expands the scope of the acclaimed tabletop RPG, recruiting players to join the ranks of the Replicant Underground in Los Angeles 2037. Set at the same time and place as the Core Rulebook, players explore this neon-noir wonderland from the opposite perspective – now running from Blade Runners in an evocative cat & mouse race of provocateurs and powderkegs lit to explode, expose, and oppose the establishment, one way or another.

For the Rebellion, players will run their own independent crew who must undertake a variety of operations, all while attempting to maintain their cover and keep their records clean. Are they helping fugitive Replicants evade capture? Sabotaging the titans of the Replicant trade? Grappling with the cops, courts, and megacorps? Clashing with warring crews and syndicates? Smoking out moles in your midst? In this big city of dazzling lights and moral contradictions, Replicant Rebellion flips the famous script of the beloved Blade Runner universe and dares you to explore how much you’re willing to lose for a cause sacrificing it all. Yet regardless the price, the Rebellion must live on.

With the debut of today’s successful Kickstarter, Free League has revealed their line-up available to backers now:

The hardcover Replicant Rebellion sourcebook, featuring 200+ pages of official Blade Runner lore on the history and organization of the Replicant Underground, new rules and guidelines for running your own Underground crew, and several complete Operations (aka complete adventures) to complete for the cause.
The Asset Pack, a host of physical and digital handouts and design tools for the Game Runner to create their own Case Files and Operations. The loadout includes Independent Sentinel front pages and templates, location maps, crime scene photos, NPC mugshots, data sheets, Esper photos, and much more to be unlocked as stretch goals.
Rebels may also snag both the Replicant Rebellion sourcebook and Asset Pack in the Rebellion Bundle, perfect for Game Runners eager to run their own Rebel crew. Players new to the RPG can also catch up with the Starter Bundle, experiencing the Blade Runner’s perspective first-hand with the Core Rulebook and Starter Set.
The Complete Bundle offers one physical and digital copy of every retail release in the Blade Runner RPG series thus far: the standard edition Core Rulebook, the Starter Set with Case File #1: Electric Dreams, Case File #2: Fiery Angels, the Replicant Rebellion sourcebook, the Asset Pack, the Game Runner Screen, and the custom Dice Set.
For the elites, the Collector’s Complete Bundle offers the same complete collection, plus one of the few remaining Collector Editions of the Core Rulebook, boasting a deluxe black faux leather cover with an embossed holographic foil stamp of the iconic neon Origin kanji character. Once sold out, the limited-run Collector Edition will no longer be available for purchase.
FLGS buyers are welcome to purchase discounted Retailer-Exclusive Bundles: a standard Megacorp Bundle including five copies of the new Replicant Rebellion sourcebook and the Asset Pack, along with an Executive Bundle offering five copies of the complete works from the Blade Runner RPG series thus far.
And if cash or chinyen are short, the Digital Bundle offers PDF editions of the new Replicant Rebellion sourcebook and the Asset Pack for all to enjoy.

All backers will get the PDF version of Replicant Rebellion months ahead of the official release. As an added incentive, all backers of physical items who pledge their support within the first 24 hours will receive an exclusive art print featuring Martin Grip’s electric cover art of Replicant Rebellion at no extra cost.

The main crew from the Blade Runner RPG core game continues on Replicant Rebellion with Tomas Härenstam as game director and lead designer, Joe LeFavi as setting writer, and Martin Grip as cover artist, plus new recruits: Eren Arik (Dune) as lead interior artist and Johan Nohr (MÖRK BORG, CY_BORG) providing mind-melting interstitials as the subversive voice of the Rebellion.

Flint: Treasure of Oblivion “Making Of” Featurette

2024/05/29

Jerry Paxton

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

Microids and Savage Level are thrilled to present the first making of Flint: Treasure of Oblivion. This documentary offers an insight into the motivations and inspirations behind this tactical RPG set in the 18th century, during the golden age of piracy. Go behind the scenes of this adventure, where the Savage Level team set out to recreate an authentic world of piracy, far from the clichés and popular beliefs. By focusing on the values of brotherhood, mutual support and the quest for freedom, the game aims to capture the true essence of pirates.

Discover how in-depth historical documentation and meticulous artistic and narrative choices have brought a rich, nuanced world to life. Every detail has been carefully crafted to deliver a total immersion in the fascinating world of piracy.

Polish Voice-Over is Now Available in The Thaumaturge

2024/05/29

Jerry Paxton

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

If your knowledge of Polish is limited to famous swear words but you’re curious to learn more, then Fool’s Theory and 11 bit studios have a pleasant announcement. As of today, the Polish voice-over is available in The Thaumaturge, a narrative RPG unfolding in 1905 Warsaw.

In the early 20th century, Warsaw was partitioned by invaders who tried to remove the Polish language from all walks of life including schools. This quest ultimately failed thanks to the brave spirit of Poland and its people, and the dev team decided to honor this resilience with the new voice-over. Polish V/O has also been one of the most requested community add-ons since launch.

To maintain the Slavic flavor of The Thaumaturge’s narrative, Polish voice actors recorded the English dialogues, and the same actors have reprised their roles for the Polish dub of the game. With writing taking full advantage of the realities of the Warsaw setting, using the period vocabulary and expressions that are no longer in today’s everyday speech, The Thaumaturge with Polish voice-over gives its players an even more immersive and true-to-life experience.

The Thaumaturge is an isometric RPG that blends a gripping narrative with morally ambiguous choices and a meaningful theme. Crafted by Fool’s Theory and published by 11 bit studios, it puts players in the haunted shoes of Wiktor Szulski, a gifted yet tormented thaumaturge, as he traverses the complex tapestry of early 20th-century Warsaw.

The Thaumaturge is available on Steam, with a console version releasing later this year. To celebrate today’s release of the Polish voice-over patch, the game is currently discounted by 25 percent on Steam.