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World of Tanks Blitz Unveils Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Collaboration

2024/05/02
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

It’s time to return to the bustling streets of the big city and beyond as World of Tanks Blitz collaborates with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Tankers will team up with the fun-loving heroes to enjoy some righteously delicious pizza before facing another big confrontation with the evil Shredder. The journey will be turbocharged with nostalgia, excitement and challenges inspired by the beloved ‘80s Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles animated series!

Starting from April 24th through May 27th, World of Tanks Blitz players will engage in a seven-day “Into the Sewers!” event. To unlock exclusive TMNT-inspired rewards, tankers should achieve five victories per day. The rewards include two exclusive camos, a master Splinter animated avatar, a turtle-rific profile background, and a special Garage Gear decorated with classic elements from the TMNT secret sewer hideout. Even more awesome, three radical bundles will be available, featuring the mega-cool Mutant tank equipped with a Turtle blaster gun and inspired by the TMNT Party Wagon.

Once they are warmed up, players will be ready to face off against the wicked Shredder in an epic showdown starting May 1st with the launch of the “Operation Cowabunga”. This 60-stage event is packed with mucho mondo rewards, including exclusive Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles avatars of the fearless leader Leonardo, rough and ready Raphael, the brainiac Donatello, and party dude Michelangelo. Players will show off their Turtle power on the battlefield, competing for four distinctive camos decked out in the trademark colors of the Turtles’ ninja gear. Tankers should keep eyes peeled for the ultimate prize – a legendary camo for the P.44 Pantera, inspired by the seriously sinister Shredder.

For more information and updates, follow the link to World of Tanks Blitz.

Total War: PHAROH Unveils Free Update

2024/05/02
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

SEGA Europe Limited and The Creative Assembly Ltd. have today announced a free update for Total War: PHARAOH that heralds the arrival of four iconic new playable cultures alongside over 150 new and reprised battle units, all within an expanded theatre of war.

Read the full announcement blog here: https://news.totalwar.com/twp-update-announce

The update will see Total War: PHARAOH’s campaign experience reworked to both improve existing gameplay foundations whilst providing players with a host of new content to better experience the turbulence of the Bronze-Age collapse. These additions include an expansion of the campaign map, adding the renowned and highly requested regions of Mesopotamia and Aegea to the conflict alongside their playable factions of Babylon, Assyria, Mycenae, and Troy.

Players can also expect further improvements to the strategic campaign layer such as the Dynasty system which adds mortality and succession to your faction leaders’ quest to leave behind a legacy that will survive the ages. Whilst within the battle layer, over 80 new units will arrive for the Mesopotamian factions, alongside the addition of over 70 reworked units for Mycenae and Troy that were first introduced with A Total War Saga: TROY.

The Total War: PHARAOH team will be revealing detailed insights into the development journey through a series of blogs and Q&A’s that will dive into the new content additions. This series will begin next week with a focus on the expansion of the campaign map and how the development teams are aiming to bring this long-lost world to life.

In addition to this update, the original Total War: PHARAOH campaign experience prior to this update will still be playable. More information on this will be revealed in a later blog instalment.

For more information about Total War: PHARAOH and the other Total War games in development, visit the Total War website or follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Subscribe to Total War’s Youtube Channel for future news about gameplay videos.

Caesars Palace Online Casino Upgrades App with First-of-its-kind Functionality

2024/05/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Mobile News, News

Caesars Entertainment, Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars”) today announced a comprehensive upgrade to the Caesars Palace Online Casino mobile app on iOS and Android. The new-look Caesars Palace Online Casino app is now live and headlined by an industry-first multi-lobby navigation layout that revolutionizes the online casino experience with curated lobbies dedicated to popular game concepts, including slots, table games, and Live Dealer.

This extensive revamp of Caesars Palace Online Casino breaks the mold of the typical online casino app design with a clean and layered user experience modeled after a real-life casino floor layout with areas devoted to specific game types. Users 21 and older can get closer to the thousands of casino games they love via a uniquely innovative online casino product fully dedicated to serving the online casino customer and fit for the most iconic brand in casino entertainment.

The Caesars Palace Online Casino app’s new functionality allows players who know what they want to play to quickly access their favorite games while also providing an enjoyable way for players who are more interested in discovering new games to do so.

  • Multi-lobby navigation – Caesars Palace Online Casino’s multi-lobby navigation provides a player-first experience inspired by the excitement of the iconic Caesars Palace Las Vegas casino floor. Players have the innovative ability to explore curated lobbies that house popular game concepts together, including slots, table games, Live Dealer, and more.
  • An experience “For You” – upon login, users will have quick access to a “For You” tab in the app to pick up where they left off. The For You tab emphasizes discoverability by highlighting recent games played along with new and exciting titles that might be interesting based on recent play.
  • Lightning-fast functionality – the online casino experience has never been faster with speed enhancements that jump off the screen, like near-instant lobby and app loading times. Players can also browse hundreds of titles sorted into curated categories or use the easy-to-find search tool to instantly find any game collection or specific game from anywhere in the app.
  • An eye-catching customized interface – the paint is still drying on the new app and game loading screens, which feature Caesars Palace Online Casino’s signature colors. The natively built interface provides the familiar feel of a best-in-class iGaming product while leaning into modern design and providing a uniquely innovative layout.
  • New game pipeline – Caesars Palace Online Casino regularly builds upon a treasure trove of exclusive Caesars-branded games made possible through Caesars Digital’s partnerships with top gaming providers. Whether enjoying the newly launched “Caesars Palace Frenzy” produced by Games Global or fan-favorite CAESARS CLEOPATRA by IGT, players should continue to expect a steady stream of new bespoke and exclusive title additions alongside player-centric promotions.

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“Caesars Palace Online Casino’s refresh is centered around giving our online casino players an experience that stands out from the ordinary,” said Michael Mastrangelo, Vice President of Product, iGaming at Caesars Digital. “Our new mobile app redefines the online casino player experience with seamless functionality and product innovations that are brand new to the industry.”

Show-stopping rewards can be earned through Caesars Palace Online Casino play via the platform’s integration with Caesars’ industry-leading customer loyalty program, Caesars Rewards®. All online play earns Caesars Rewards Credits that players can redeem for discounted getaways, world-class culinary experiences, curated VIP experiences, and bonus cash in the app. Beyond the Empire, Caesars Rewards members can also convert their Reward Credits to Wyndham Rewards® points and redeem them for unforgettable stays at more than 50,000 hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide.

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Titan Quest II Dev Diary Looks at Mythical Creatures

2024/05/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Combat is an integral aspect of every ARPG, and Titan Quest II is no exception. It’s not just how you fight that matters, but also who or what you’re fighting against. Thanks to Titan Quest II’s special setting in ancient times, the game draws inspiration from Greek and other ancient mythologies. This allows for a wide variety of wild and weird beasts to challenge players.

Today’s Developer Diary spotlights two distinct creatures: the Gryphon, a well-known monster from many different books, movies, and games – the Gryphon. While the Hippokampi are a much rarer sight, they still make up for a formidable, fierce, and frightening adversary!

Read the latest dev diary on Steam now:
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1154030/view/4175475797755916830

For a deep dive on various other topics Titan Quest II check out the previous dev diaries:
Sparta: https://tinyurl.com/mvuza7y7
The Ichthians: https://tinyurl.com/49jcp68j
Music: https://t.co/ubWkEjBdIr
World Design: https://t.co/tkrKph57GA

Star Wars: The Old Republic 7.5 Dev Stream Reveals New Main Chapter and More

2024/05/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Today, the Star Wars: The Old Republic development team hosted a special livestream that detailed many of the thrilling additions arriving soon in Game Update 7.5. This includes 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. The livestream also shared that Update 7.5 will be launching soon, with an exact date to be announced soon.

You can find all of the highlights and news shared in the livestream below:

  • 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.
  • 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 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.
  • Public Test Server Begins this Week: Players can test out much of the new content showcased in the livestream (minus the narrative missions) within the PTS when it goes live in the coming days.

The livestream also shared that the launch of Update 7.5 will be announced soon.

Celebrate EVE Online’s 21st Birthday with Capsuleer Day Events

2024/05/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

CCP Games’ hit sci-fi MMO, EVE Online, turns 21 in May. To celebrate the milestone, EVE players can enjoy Capsuleer Day festivities in New Eden from April 30 to May 30, 2024.

This year’s special in-game events task players with exploring newly emerged collapsed conduits across known and wormhole space to recover valuable data and technology. Players can use the data and technology obtained to construct filaments that lead deeper into the Abyss.

Those brave enough to venture into the Abyss can expect not only Dark Matter Fields, Electrical Storms, Exotic Particle Storms, Gamma-Ray Afterglows, and Plasma Firestorms, but also encounters from Triglavian Collective vessels, Drifter vessels, allied Rogue Drones, and independent Rogue Drone scavengers.

Warp into New Eden now through May 30 for:
  • Seasonal rewards such as Boosters, a Glamourex Booster Crate, and a Filament Crate.
  • Capsuleer Day-themed SKINs, accelerators, implants, and historic apparel.
  • Daily login challenges.
  • And more!

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition Announcement Trailer

2024/05/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition, the debut VR entry in the world’s most successful horse racing and equestrian mobile game franchise of all time from developer PikPok, canters towards a Meta Quest Store and Steam VR launch in Q4 2024 and a to-be-confirmed launch on Apple Vision Pro.

An all-new entry in the beloved Rival Stars Horse Racing series is a built-from-the-ground-up VR experience offering the most immersive take on horse racing and the equestrian lifestyle ever made. Step into the stirrups for a first-person experience of raising a world-class stable of foals into future raceway and cross-country champions.

Aspire to bring home the trophy by taking on the prestigious role of stable master. Breed horses to discover new eye-catching coats and patterns. Form a connection with the stable’s rosters across all stages of their lives through rewarding grooming, feeding, and bonding interactions. When they’re ready for showtime, train them for competition, then take command as the jockey with lifelike, intuitive controls — just pick up the reins and ride!

Explore the ranch’s leafy landscape, ride to uncover new locations in Story Mode, and further develop jockey skills in Multiplayer racing modes. Feel the breeze in an immersive experience for both horse fans and VR enthusiasts alike, perfectly recreating the equestrian lifestyle through gameplay mechanics and character interactions.

“We’re very excited to reveal the next evolution of our Rival Stars Horse Racing franchise,” said Mario Wynands, CEO of PikPok. “It will allow players to get closer to their horses than ever before and feel the thrill of riding, racing, and bonding with them.”

Rival Stars Horse Racing: VR Edition will arrive on Meta Quest 2 & Meta Quest 3 and Steam VR in Q4 2024 with English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, and Korean language support. For more information, visit the official website, and wishlist on the Meta Quest Store and Steam today!

All GUNDAM BREAKER 4 Physical Editions Announced

2024/05/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 News

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is giving fans a little extra with physical editions of GUNDAM BREAKER 4, announcing a special Launch Edition of the game that comes with reversible cover art and an exclusive poster. The fan-favorite series that combines action-packed gameplay with creating custom Gunpla (Gundam plastic model), GUNDAM BREAKER 4 arrives this year to Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and PC via Steam®. Every physical copy pre-order (PS®5, and Nintendo Switch only) in the Americas will receive the Launch Edition for free, including those who have already pre-ordered either the standard or Collector’s Edition of the game. Day 1 purchasers will also be able to get the Launch Edition while supplies last. The Launch Edition is a free upgrade to all physical editions of the game, and no action is necessary for players who have already pre-ordered to receive the Launch Edition. Stay up to date with the latest news about the game through the official website: bandainamcoent.com/games/gundam-breaker-4.

Details of the Launch Edition:

  • Reversible Cover Art – For the Western market, the game cover features custom Gunpla made with parts from fan-favorite mobile suits, such as Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, Mobile Fighter G Gundam, and Mobile Suit Gundam the Witch from Mercury. The Japanese version of the game cover features Gundam Aerial and Full Armor Knight Gundam engaged in combat with the iconic series enemy, the towering 1/60 Perfect Grade RX-78-2.

  • Custom Gunpla Poster – The 11”x17” poster will feature an up-close image of the signature mobile suit of GUNDAM BREAKER 4, the Gunbarrel Strike (Gundam Breaker ver.). Echoing the box art and Steelbook case of the Collector’s Edition, the mobile suit is based on designs from Mu La Flaga’s Moebius Zero, in a heroic pose in the midst of a battle in space.

In GUNDAM BREAKER 4, as an aspiring Gunpla hobbyist, players will be able to mesh together their own mecha creations by using parts from more than 250 iconic Mobile Suits from throughout the GUNDAM series, and then test their creations on a virtual battlefield with up to 3 players in co-op multiplayer. Fight through missions to hack, slash and shoot through hordes of enemy mechs, breaking off their parts to collect and upgrade builds. GUNDAM BREAKER 4 introduces an all-new feature to the series, where players will be able to use two different weapons for unique combos in their quest for the best parts to build the perfect Gunpla. In between battles, players access a robust mecha garage where they can customize their creations with new parts as well as paint, decals, and weathering to make the ultimate mecha expression for GUNDAM fans.

Once players finish building their Gunpla, they have the option to bring it into a wide variety of both offline and online missions. Take down bosses or take on hordes of enemy mecha to gain new parts and equip new skills. Another brand-new feature unique to GUNDAM BREAKER 4 is diorama mode. Construct elaborate scenarios with a variety of backgrounds, environmental elements, and special effects, then place any Gunpla creations capture the perfect pose with highly articulable models.

Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor Returns for 2024 Haunt Season

2024/05/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News

Named one of the Top 10 Most Haunted Places in America by Time Magazine, The Queen Mary has become synonymous with ghost sightings, scares, and paranormal activity in Southern California. From 2010-2019, the legendary Dark Harbor Halloween event captivated the residents of Long Beach and beyond until the COVID-19 pandemic and ship renovations caused the event to come to a pause. Now, for the first time in nearly four years, The Spirits Rise once again at The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor!

“After a four-year hiatus, we’re thrilled to resurrect Dark Harbor and summon the spirits back to The Queen Mary for this coming Halloween season,” said Steve Caloca, Managing Director of the Queen Mary. “We’re grateful to be working with Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, as well as the unwavering support of the City of Long Beach. This event holds a special place in the community’s heart, and has long been a cornerstone of Long Beach’s Halloween traditions.”

Dark Harbor is a massive Halloween festival that takes place on The Queen Mary and surrounding harbor offering hair-raising-fun entertainment and special ghoulish events throughout the frightful season. This year’s event will feature haunted mazes, live entertainment, themed bars and lounges, experiences on-board the ship, festive eats and treats and, of course, the return of well-known icons like the Captain, Ringmaster, and Scary Mary. 2024 attraction details will be released in the coming months and will include both fan favorites from the past, as well as many new surprises.

“Dark Harbor has become an iconic part of our city’s Halloween celebrations, and we are excited to once again transform the Queen Mary into a haunted spectacle for scare-goers,” said Mayor Rex Richardson. “Having brought in hundreds of thousands of visitors to Long Beach in years past, its return is another major step in the Queen Mary’s recovery and return to a premier tourist attraction. I extend my appreciation to Evolution Hospitality and Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group for their partnership and to our City Council for their support.”

Southern California’s most haunted Halloween event will open on Friday, September 20th and run select nights through Saturday, November 2nd. Tickets will be available for purchase late summer 2024. For early access to presale, event updates and announcements, sign up at www.darkharborhalloween.com. The event is now hiring scare actors, event staff, tech staff and more. Job postings and applications can be found on the event website.

The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor is located at 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90802. For more information, visit www.darkharborhalloween.com and follow along on Instagram and Facebook. All media requests can be sent to press@darkharborhalloween.com and all sponsorship inquiries can be directed to sponsorships@darkharborhalloween.com.

Let Bions Be Bygones Launch Trailer

2024/05/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Immerse yourself in the dystopian cyberpunk world of Terrahive and get in the shoes of John Cooper, a hardboiled detective on a hunt for redemption in this enthralling future-noir detective thriller where every decision matters.

What is Let Bions be Bygones and how does it play

A new take on the classic genre, Let Bions be Bygones, lets the players focus on the story, narrative, and detective work. Players can choose their own path and grow their characters through different playstyles. There are no wrong choices, only consequences.

All this and more, in a gritty world captivated by an original, unique soundtrack and a professional voice-over that will immerse the player in a thrilling tale with multiple endings.

What’s the story of Let Bions be Bygones

Having lost everything, a retired, hardboiled detective John Cooper, must take on one last case to find a missing upper-class girl among the lowest parts of the dystopian city-planet, Terrahive.
From here you will experience a unique story that you will make your own by choosing your path, growing your character, influencing relationships, and making many decisions. There will be no wrong choices, only consequences.

What to expect

  • Immerse yourself in a pixel-art world dripping with atmosphere – for mature audiences only!
  • Hunt for vital clues whilst developing your character’s unique skills via choice-driven mechanics.
  • Experience an incredible cast of voice acting talent and a distinctive soundtrack.
  • Navigate 20+ unique locations, 20 side hustles and engage 40+ shady characters [including a talking gun with a distinctly foul mouth]
  • Uncover 5+ uniquely dramatic endings with over 1000 narrative choices!
  • 20+ hidden and challenging Steam achievements