Author - Jerry Paxton

Romero’s Aftermath Goes Into Open Beta

2015/09/25

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

LOS ANGELES – September 24, 2015 – In a collaboration between horror film director George C. Romero and independent video game publisher Free Reign Entertainment, Romero’s Aftermath, the only free-to-win massively multiplayer online (MMO) survival horror game, releases today into Open Beta. Players interested in testing their survival skills in Romero’s Aftermath can play for free by visiting and downloading from the game’s official website at https://www.willyousurvive.com/. The game is also available for download on Steam at http://store.steampowered.com/app/349700/.

“I’ve long been a fan of survival horror games and when I had the opportunity to collaborate on Aftermath, I jumped at the chance to bring my experience working on horror films into a new medium,” said George C. Romero. “Free Reign has built a great title that I think players are going to love, whether they’re new to the survival horror genre or a huge fan like myself.”

Set in an expansive open world filled with lush forests, deserts and fully explorable towns, Romero’s Aftermath has players battle zombies, compete against other survivalists, and use their survival skills such as trapping and cooking animals to stay alive. In Romero’s Aftermath, gameplay is strictly “Free to Win,” which means what happens to a player depends solely on their skills. Romero’s Aftermath costs nothing to download and play, and the only purchasable items are cosmetic skins, customizations and boosts that allow players to acquire certain in-game items more quickly (if they don’t have the time to put into exploring). However, every item can be acquired during play by exploring, looting, trading or defeating other survivalists.

“Working with Cameron on Aftermath is a dream come true for anyone developing a survival-horror game,” said Adam Skidmore, Design Lead on Romero’s Aftermath. “His knowledge and expertise in the genre combined with Aftermath‘s unique gameplay experience will usher in a new era of what survival horror MMOs can be, and we look forward to seeing how players respond to the game.”

For more information on Romero’s Aftermath please visit the game’s official website.

Turtle Beach Releases Ear Force Recon 50 Headphones Series

2015/09/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

San Diego, CA – September 24, 2015 – Leading-edge audio technology company and #1 in gaming audio, Turtle Beach Corporation (NASDAQ: HEAR), today announced the Ear Force® Recon 50 series gaming headsets will be available at retail starting tomorrow, September 25, 2015. Turtle Beach’s Recon 50 series, including the Ear Force Recon 50 for PC, the Ear Force Recon 50X for Xbox One and the Ear Force Recon 50P for PlayStation®4, are the Company’s latest entry-level, over-ear gaming headsets that provide features no gamer should be without, and will be available directly from Turtle Beach and at participating retailers for a MSRP of $39.95.

The full list of features for the Ear Force Recon 50 series gaming headsets includes:

Comfortable Design – Weighing-in at just seven ounces, these super lightweight and comfortable over-ear headsets and are perfect for hours-long, marathon gaming sessions.
Great Sound – The Recon 50 series gaming headsets feature large, full-range 40mm Neodymium speaker drivers that deliver sizzling highs and thunderous lows while the synthetic leather-wrapped ear-cups provide improved bass response and noise isolation.
Convenient Controls – In-line controls place Mic Mute and Master Volume conveniently at your fingertips.
Mic Check – An adjustable, high-sensitivity boom mic picks-up your voice loud and clear for in-game and online chat, and can be removed when listening to music and watching movies.
Compatibility – The Recon 50 series gaming headsets are compatible with virtually any device with a standard 3.5mm jack, including the new Xbox One controller and other Xbox One controllers via the Ear Force Headset Audio Controller (sold separately), PlayStation 4 controllers, PC, Mac, mobile and tablet devices.

For more info on the latest Turtle Beach gaming headsets and accessories, visit www.turtlebeach.com, and be sure to follow Turtle Beach on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Star Wars Battlefront Beta Date Announced

2015/09/24

Jerry Paxton

News

September 24, 2015 – Get ready to be taken to a galaxy far, far away! Today, we are happy to reveal that the Star Wars™ Battlefront™ Beta will be available for PlayStation®4, Xbox One and on PC via Origin for players between October 8 and October 12. The Star Wars Battlefront Beta is a technical test and will give Rebels and Imperials alike just a small taste of the Star Wars™ battle fantasies you can expect to live out when the game launches on November 17.

In addition, you will also get a chance to try out the Star Wars Battlefront Companion experience. Available during the Beta only atwww.StarWarsBattlefront.com, the Star Wars Battlefront Companion experience features the strategic card game Base Command, and lets you earn in-game Credits that unlock Star Cards, weapons, and more in Star Wars Battlefront.

Want to learn more? Head over to the official Star Wars Battlefront website for more details on what to expect when the Star WarsBattlefront Beta launches.

Oculus Connect 2 Keynote Live Stream

2015/09/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos

The Oculus Connect 2 keynote LIVE Stream begins at 10:00 AM Pacific time. What will be announced? We shall see!

Farming Simulator 15 Gold Edition Screenshots

2015/09/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Screenshots / Photos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

September 24, 2015 – By the end of October, Farming Simulator 15 will receive its first official expansion: GOLD! This expansion enriches Farming Simulator 15 with a load of new additional content that is sure to expand the gaming experience of all virtual farmers: a brand new environment inspired by Eastern-Europe, as well as new vehicles that you will be able to discover through today’s images.

Discover a new map designed with typical Eastern-European farmland in mind, adding hundreds of new acres to the already existing European and American maps from Farming Simulator 15. This new map is filled with details and visual effects creating a more realistic and immersive atmosphere!

The GOLD Expansion also brings 20 new vehicles and tools faithfully reproduced from famous constructors: Rostselmash, Zetor, Tatra, Kverneland, Farmtech, and more… for a new total of 160 machines and equipment in Farming Simulator 15!

For PC players, the Gold expansion will be available on October 29 in retail stores and for download. It will be available with the full game, Farming Simulator 15, thanks to the special Farming Simulator 15 GOLD EDITION. It’ll also be bundled with the official Saitek wheel and pedals, or through the Official Expansion GOLD available for all the existing players of Farming Simulator 15.
PS4 and Xbox One players of Farming Simulator 15 will also be able to download the Official Expansion GOLD from their consoles onOctober 29.
PS3 and Xbox 360 will be able to download the SILVER Expansion for their Farming Simulator 15, that will bring the 20 new vehicles and equipment on October 29.

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Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 Behind the Scenes Trailer

2015/09/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

SANTA MONICA, Calif. – Sept. 23, 2015 – Activision Publishing, Inc. has shared the third behind-the-scenes trailer for Tony Hawk’s^® Pro Skater^™ 5. “The Skaters, Pt. 2” looks at the many varied techniques developer Robomodo is using to capture the look and feel of the sport and its top pros. It also explores the challenges of balancing the classic arcade style of Pro Skater’s legacy with the power of modern consoles.

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 rekindles the offbeat style of classic Pro Skater games in a brand-new set of levels with the same over-the-top focus on daring objectives, tight controls and endless shredding for high scores. Jump in and out of online sessions with up to 20 players at a time to complete missions, unlock new content, and take on challengers in head-to-head matches (online play exclusive to the PlayStation^®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One). The game includes tools for players to create and share their own skateparks. It also features ten of the world’s top pros: Tony Hawk, Nyjah Huston, Aaron “Jaws” Homoki, Ishod Wair, Leticia Bufoni, Riley Hawk, Chris Cole, Lizzie Armanto, David Gonzalez and Andrew Reynolds.

“Activision and Robomodo have really worked closely with the pros to make sure Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 feels true to the original series, and that is obvious when you’re playing,” said Tony Hawk. “There is a great mix of styles and personalities in the game – and it’s a blast to see each skater represented to the last detail.”

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 5 is expected to launch on PlayStation^®4 and Xbox One in North America on Sept. 29, 2015 for $59.99. The game is also scheduled to release without online play on Xbox 360 and the PlayStation^®3 computer entertainment system on Nov. 10 for $39.99. Join the community on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TonyHawkGames and on Twitter and Instagram @tonyhawkgames.

Fallout 4 S.P.E.C.I.A.L. Endurance PSA Video

2015/09/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

September 23, 2015 – At Vault-Tec, we’re working around the clock to help prepare you for the possibility of total atomic annihilation with our educational series on the seven defining attributes that make you S.P.E.C.I.A.L.

In today’s chapter we focus on Endurance to help you better understand how to resist the harmful effects of radiation and other dangers of the Wasteland. You can share this video and help ensure the survival of your fellow citizens with the below YouTube link and embed.

For more survival tips from Vault-Tec, stay tuned next week to learn how your renowned Charisma can help you negotiate your way out of danger with unsavory characters and earn the trust of your fellow Wasteland inhabitants.

Remember, the rebuilding of this great nation of ours may fall to you so study these materials carefully to ensure you survive and thrive in a life above ground.

Set to release worldwide on November 10, 2015 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC, Fallout 4 is the next generation of open-world gaming where every second is a fight for survival, and every choice is yours.

Fallout 4 has been rated M for Mature by the ESRB. For more information about the game visit: www.Fallout4.com.

Should you have any questions please let us know.

All the best,

Your Friends at Vault-Tec

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Van Helsing: Final Cut Delayed

2015/09/23

Jerry Paxton

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

Budapest, Hungary – September 22, 2015 – NeocoreGames announced today a slight delay to the release of The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut. But it’s a good thing. The NeocoreGames team considers itself lucky to be able to afford a little more time working on its biggest project yet. We know that it’s the best that we can do for our players too. After all, if we call it Final Cut, it must be the final cut. The new release date is set to Wednesday, October 7, 2015.

We are bringing you some really great news too!

Anyone who owns the Van Helsing trilogy on GOG or Steam, or GOG and Steam mixed, will get Van Helsing: Final Cut for free! No matter what.

There’s more: We’d love to give Final Cut for free to those who buy the trilogy after the game is already released… and it seems like we can! It just needs a little more testing.

Thank you for your patience and understanding; we’re really hard at work to bring you the best Van Helsing experience, and the best Van Helsing release in the history of the studio.

The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing: Final Cut is an action-RPG set in a gothic-steampunk world filled with monsters, weird science, humor and pop-cultural references. With more than 50 hours in the campaign, several multiplayer modes and massive endgame content, Van Helsing: Final Cut will grant players entertainment, excitement and fun for a very long time.

P.A.M.E.L.A. Now on Steam Greenlight

2015/09/22

Jerry Paxton

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

Mississauga, Canada – September 22nd, 2015 – Indie micro development team NVYVE® Studios, today released the Rebirth trailer for P.A.M.E.L.A.™, the open world utopian sci-fi survival horror FPS that is scheduled for release on Windows PC in 2016. In addition, the studio also announced that the Steam community can now vote for P.A.M.E.L.A.™ with the launch of the Steam Greenlight campaign. To pledge support for P.A.M.E.L.A.™ visit http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=498592198.

“P.A.M.E.L.A.™ explores the unforeseen consequences of humanity’s craving for technological and biological advancement”, said Adam Simonar, Studio Director of NVYVE® Studios. “With release scheduled for 2016, we are excited to reveal a taste of the background story behind the devastating fall of a technologically utopian civilisation gone wrong”.

Through the Otherworld Agency, the team enlisted the help of Jeff van Dyck, who worked as Audio Director on Alien: Isolation and Composer on the Total War series, to create a unique and memorable theme for the Rebirth trailer. The Rebirth trailer introduces a wide diversity of locations and reveals the omnipresent AI overseer Pamela, as well as the complex personality driven AI system that players encounter. P.A.M.E.L.A.™ begins as a Sleeper is awoken from cryosleep in Eden, a fallen utopia wrought with death and danger. As a Sleeper, the player will struggle to survive alongside Pamela as they explore the once vibrant utopian city.

Uncover the tragic events that lead to the downfall of a civilization, and fight for your life as the broken citizens of Eden defend their home against your intrusion. With a personality-driven AI system, no encounter will be the same as the Afflicted react in unpredictable ways, driven by their excruciating pain and disfiguring disease. Interact with various factions, including the Afflicted citizens, security droids, robotic custodians, and more. Each faction has its own unique behaviors and alliances, and will react dynamically to the player’s behavior to become allies, or enemies.

Experience tense gameplay in a richly developed, believable sci-fi universe. Each decision is meaningful, and each encounter could be your last. Wield and customize an array of modular equipment to defend yourself and explore the environment. Utilize an immersive UI that incorporates full body awareness, where the player’s involvement in the world is never broken. Manage the power reserves of the city, using energy only when necessary to avoid the dangers of being stuck in the dark. Upgrade your weaponry, and construct a safe haven to defend against the denizens of Eden. Enhancing your body with Bio-Augmentations will give you an advantage over your enemies, but at what cost? Every decision has consequences in Eden.

Can you survive the future?

For the official website visit: www.pamelagame.com

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Sword Coast Legends Gets New Street Date

2015/09/22

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

ORLANDO, Fla. – September 22, 2015 – Independent developers, n-Space and Digital Extremes, announced today that Sword Coast Legends™, a party-based RPG set in the Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) Forgotten Realms universe from Wizards of the Coast has a new release date. Sword Coast Legends is now scheduled to launch for PC, Mac, & Linux on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 with PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions now scheduled for release in Q1 2016.

Following a successful Head Start access program for Sword Coast Legends, over 15 thousand players have logged thousands of hours of playtime, clearing dungeons and taking advantage of the title’s powerful Dungeon Master campaign creation features to create a wealth of customized adventures. Based on player feedback, n-Space plans to focus efforts on polish to provide players with the best possible experience at launch.

“When we set out to create Sword Coast Legends we wanted to give players an exciting new way to experience the magic of playing D&D with friends,” said Dan Tudge, President of n-Space and Director for Sword Coast Legends. “The decision to delay the launch of Sword Coast Legends was not an easy one to make, but after receiving feedback from our dedicated community, it became clear that a few more weeks of polish would provide our customers with the best possible experience at launch.”

As a special thanks to committed adventurers and Dungeon Masters, all players who pre-ordered Sword Coast Legends – whether they participated in the recent bonus Head Start access program or not – will receive the upcoming “Rage of Demons” DLC for free in addition to access to any upcoming Head Start access programs.

Sword Coast Legends is currently available for pre-order from Steam and the PlayStation Store for $34.99. In addition to the free DLC, Digital Deluxe and Collector’s Editions, which include a tome of knowledge, cloth map of the Sword Coast, the official soundtrack, numerous in-game bonuses, starter items and DM abilities, as well as a statue of the powerful demon Belaphoss (Collector’s Edition) are also available for pre-order for $59.99 and $239.99, respectively, from www.swordcoast.com. Details regarding the upcoming “Rage of Demons” DLC expansion for Sword Coast Legends will be announced at a later date.

To learn more about Sword Coast Legends and to pre-order a copy and participate in the Community today, please visit the official website at: www.SwordCoast.com

ABOUT n-SPACE
Since its inception 20 years ago, n-Space has been retained to work with some of the largest publishers and biggest licenses in a high-quality work for hire capacity. The Orlando-based studio is now poised to deliver a new level of innovative, top quality games without a traditional publishing partner. With strategic additions of top industry talent combined with its proven team of dedicated professionals, n-Space has experience spanning nearly every genre and on every gaming platform. A scrappy, creative, and tight-knit team, they are driven by their passion for creating memorable game experiences. Sword Coast Legends is the studio’s first wholly-owned game and marks n-Space’s new independent development direction.www.n-space.com .

ABOUT DIGITAL EXTREMES
Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world’s top independent development studios in the interactive entertainment industry. The Canadian-based developer has a rich history in developing some of the industry’s top first-person shooter and action games including co-creation of Epic Games’ Unreal® franchise, Dark Sector®, The Darkness® II and work on the BioShock® series to name a few. Having developed its own proprietary technology, the Evolution Engine™, the studio currently develops and self-publishes the Free-to-Play action hit, Warframe® available now on PC, Steam, PS4™ and Xbox One. For more information about Digital Extremes, visit the company website at: www.digitalextremes.com .

ABOUT WIZARDS OF THE COAST
Wizards of the Coast LLC, a subsidiary of Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ:HAS), is the leader in entertaining the lifestyle gamer. Wizards’ players and fans are members of a global community bound together by their love of both digital gaming and in-person play. The company brings to market a range of gaming experiences under powerful brand names such as MAGIC: THE GATHERING and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS. Wizards is also a publisher of fantasy series fiction with numerous New York Times best-sellers. For more information about our world renowned brands, visit the Wizards of the Coast website at: www.wizards.com .