Author - Jerry Paxton

Tabletop Game Shop Simulator Opens its Doors on PC in 2025

2025/05/16

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

Tabletop Game Shop Sim, the wargame miniature store simulator from developer Knight Fever Games, opens for business later this year on PC via Steam, as revealed during the Games Made in France event.

Manage a budding tabletop store from the ground up. Design the store’s layout, set reasonable prices (resellers beware!), and create a welcoming atmosphere to attract a loyal customer base. Hire fellow board game aficionados as staff, complete transactions, and handle restocks as inventory flies off the shelf. Ensure the shop stays afloat by effectively managing finances and navigating the ever-murky waters of supply and demand.

Place the owner’s tabletop prowess on full display and collect prized miniatures. Open mystery packs to secure rare parts, then assemble and paint them to increase their value. Choose to sell figures for profit or add them to a growing collection. Master painting skills to create one-of-a-kind figures to impress customers and raise the store’s reputation.

Become a staple of the board gaming community and expand the store over time. Host epic game nights and compete against customers, celebrate with exclusive product launches, and attract high-profile customers. As it reaches closing time, strive for success and bigger opportunities on a quest to become the largest tabletop shop in town.

“As an avid Miniature Wargame enthusiast, I’ve always wanted to create a game that captures that feeling,” said Adrien Britta, Co-Founder of Knight Fever Games. “I can’t wait to see everyone open their own tabletop shops, create memories with customers, and craft a successful business from such a beloved hobby.”

Tabletop Game Shop Sim opens its doors in 2025 on PC via Steam. Follow Knight Fever Games on Steam, X and Youtube for the latest updates.

Sony Introduces New Flagship WH-1000XM6 Headphones

2025/05/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

Sony Electronics Inc. today announced the WH-1000XM6 wireless noise canceling headphones, the latest edition of its award winning 1000X series that sets a new standard for premium audio and personal listening experiences. Powered by a new next-gen chip and intelligent algorithms, the WH-1000XM6 headphones combine premium sound with the best noise canceling1 into a new seamless, foldable design that creates an unparalleled audio experience for the everyday music lovers, travellers, and music professionals.

The Next Evolution in Noise Cancellation

The WH-1000XM6 headphones are powered by a new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 that is seven times faster than the previous model and uses twelve microphones, 1.5 times more than the WH-1000XM5, to fine-tune sounds in real time. The precise detection of the twelve microphones allows for more accurate and adaptive noise cancellation to fit the user’s environment. Whether looking to block out noise on a busy commute or stay focused in the office, the WH-1000XM6 sound experience is built to be seamless and powerful anywhere.

Additionally, Sony’s new Adaptive NC Optimizer delivers unmatched noise canceling precision that adjusts to any form of external noise and air pressure. Plus, the specially designed driver unit is optimally tuned for enhanced noise cancellation.

Auto Ambient Sound mode is even more accurate at adapting to listeners’ surroundings in real time, balancing music and external sound. Microphones are used to filter noise, letting in only important noises like announcements and conversations. Adjust settings automatically or fine-tune them ²manually in the Sony | Sound Connect app.

Premium Sound, Co-Created with the Masters

The WH-1000XM6 headphones were developed in collaboration with world-renowned mastering audio engineers at three of the industry’s top recording studios – Sterling Sound, Battery Studios, and Coast Mastering – to refine every note for studio-level accuracy and deliver a superior music experience the way the artist intended.

The team of Grammy-winning and Grammy-nominated engineers who contributed to the WH-1000XM6 commitment to deliver the artist’s intended sound includes Randy Merrill (Sterling Sound), Chris Gehringer (Sterling Sound), Mike Piacentini (Battery Studios), and Michael Romanowski (Coast Mastering).

“Sony has always been a benchmark for premium quality, and the WH-1000XM6 headphones take it to a new level,” says Randy Merrill, Mastering Engineer from Sterling Studio who took part in the co-creation of the WH-1000XM6 headphones. “They transport me to a different world with their excellent bass, frequency response, soundstage and detail and truthfully represent the sounds of the recordings that we work so hard to make.”

Mike Piacentini from Battery Studios states, “we, as mastering engineers, spend a lot of time with the artists and producers to make their vision sound as intended. With the WH-1000XM6, listeners will have a more enjoyable experience because they’re hearing every emotion, engineering decision, and songwriting choice that the artist and engineer have made.”

Engineered to Perfection

The WH-1000XM6 are engineered to perfection with the specially designed driver unit delivering clarity that feels almost tangible, and every detail with precision.

The high rigidity carbon fiber composite material dome and uniquely developed voice coil structure brings out the subtleties in every frequency—making vocals sound richer, instruments more defined, and bringing out the emotion in the track.

The WH-1000XM6 supports the High-Resolution Audio and High-Resolution Audio Wireless, thanks to LDAC, Sony’s industry-adopted audio coding technology³. In addition, using Edge-AI, DSEE Extreme™ upscales compressed digital music files in real time to restore high range sound lost in compression.

The Sony | Sound Connect app makes it even easier to fine tune the entertainment experience on the WH-1000XM62. When listening to music, listeners can customize their perfect sound with the 10-band EQ or create a spacious feel with Background Music Effect. Gamers can also enjoy the Game EQ, developed with Sony’s expertise from INZONE, its gaming gear brand, to enhance sound quality for first-person shooter (FPS) gaming. For those watching movies on the go, the WH-1000XM6 also feature 360 Reality Audio Upmix for Cinema that brings spatial sound experience to transport listeners into the movie from 2ch stereo sound by Sony’s unique upmix and 360 Spatial Sound technology.

Always Be Heard with the Ultra Clear Call Quality

The WH-1000XM6 gives clarity to every call with an advanced six-microphone AI-based beamforming system that isolates the user’s voice from background noise, even in noisy environments. Users can now mute⁴ instantly with a touch of a button.

Masterfully Crafted for All-Day Comfort

The familiar iconic design of the 1000X series has been taken to the next level with an elegant, soft fit wider headband featuring synthetic leather ensuring a pressure-free fit. The asymmetrical headband design makes it easy to identify the left and right side with just a glance.

The earpads are designed for all-day wear thanks to stretchable material that provides a secure yet gentle fit to reduce pressure while still blocking external noise.

Plus, the intuitive controls allow users to easily switch between noise canceling, ambient sound, and mic mute⁵ with tactile buttons and a responsive touch panel.

Inspired by products with handcrafted precision workmanship, the folding mechanism on the WH-1000XM6 is crafted using advance metal injection for a seamless durable fold, while designed to slip easily into bags and airplane pockets. The compact case now features a magnetic closure for convenient access.

More Intuitive, Smarter than Ever

The WH-1000XM6 now has Scene-based Listening, a new intuitive feature that uses sensing technology to automatically play music according to the user’s activity and adjust noise cancellation level based on their environment and location. Quick Access and Scene-based Listening can connect to the top music service including Amazon Music (via “Amazon Music Play Now”)⁶, Apple Music⁷, Spotify (via “Spotify Tap”)⁸ and YouTube Music⁹.

The WH-1000XM6 supports LE (low energy) Audio, delivering ultra-low latency for flawless gaming and effortless access to broadcasts with AuraCast¹⁰, with exceptional sound quality. The Multi-Point and Auto Switch makes switching between devices seamless, so listeners are always connected without interruption.

Users can now listen and charge at the same time by simply plugging in the USB charging cable. The WH-1000XM6 headphones come with up to 30 hours of battery life with noise cancelling on, so users can enjoy superlative sound even on long trips, with a remarkable three-hours’ worth of charge in just three minutes¹¹.

Partnership with global superstar Post Malone

Sony has partnered with 9x Diamond-certified, GRAMMY^® Award-nominated global icon Post Malone as part of Sony’s “For The Music” audio brand campaign. As one of the most influential and genre-defying artists of his generation, Post Malone embodies the spirit of authenticity, creativity, and connection—values that lie at the core of Sony’s approach to audio innovation. “Great sound is essential for me when I’m making and listening to music,” said Post Malone. “These new noise canceling headphones make you feel completely inside the music.” As part of the campaign, Post Malone worked alongside Sony’s team to create a series of ads that showcase how Sony’s audio technology transforms the listening experience, making fans feel like they’re sharing a moment with the artist in real-time.

Made with the environment in mind

Sony has designed these headphones with the environment in mind. The WH-1000XM6 packaging is made from 100% paper materials. Sony continues to advance the adoption of Sony’s proprietary paper, Original Blended Material, for the packaging of its flagship headphone model, the 1000X series (the WF-1000XM5, WF-1000XM4, WH-1000XM5 and WH-1000XM6). Original Blended Material is an environmentally conscious paper material made from bamboo, sugarcane fibres, and post-consumer recycled paper¹².

For The Music

Sony established the brand platform “For The Music” for its premier consumer and professional audio products and services. With “For The Music,” Sony is affirming itself as the premier audio brand connecting music creators and consumers, aiming to create authentic music experiences and transcend emotion for fans by supporting creator vision over everything.

Pricing and availability

The WH-1000XM6 are available now in Black, Platinum Silver, and Midnight Blue with a suggested retail price of $449.99 USD / $599.99 CAN at Sony.com, Best Buy, Amazon and other authorized dealers.

For more information in the US visit: https://electronics.sony.com/audio/headphones/headband/p/wh1000xm6-b.

For more information in Canada visit: https://www.sony.ca/en/headphones/products/wh-1000xm6 / https://www.sony.ca/fr/headphones/products/wh-1000xm6

World of Warships Longest Night of Museums Livestream Event Returns

2025/05/16

Jerry Paxton

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

Wargaming, the developer and publisher of the leading naval multiplayer game World of Warships, is set to host its 5th annual Longest Night of Museums livestream event on May 18th, commemorating the evolution of iconic warships during World War II. This year’s event also introduces the Naval Museum Atlas, a brand-new free discovery tool that rewards players for visiting museums. Alongside, May welcomes a boatload of content to the game, including a new action-packed game mode, Perilous Route, the arrival of Operation Dynamo to mark its 85th anniversary, a strategic event, and much more.

The Longest Night of Museums Returns For Its 5th Anniversary

Returning for its fifth year, World of Warships is set to host its annual Longest Night of Museums on May 18th, with a focus on the different types of warships involved in World War II, and their evolution during the war. Spotlighting museums from around the world that are home to some of history’s most legendary vessels, the stream will take a look at the development of various warships. This includes aircraft carriers with the USS Intrepid, exploring how roles changed for battleships with a trip to the USS Wisconsin, and how submarines have helped shape naval warfare with the USS Cod.

To celebrate five years of Longest Night at the Museums, this year’s event will also see the participation of the popular YouTube channel History Hit, where world-renowned historian Dan Snow will face off against AI in a debate on ship evolutions.

“We have previously partnered with World of Warships and are proud to support an event that showcases the remarkable work of museums dedicated to preserving the stories of these iconic vessels,” said Dan Snow of History Hit. ”As passionate advocates of history, we believe events like the Longest Night of Museums are invaluable opportunities to inspire and engage new generations with our shared maritime heritage.”

Rewarding way to discover museums: The Naval Museum Atlas

Also launching during this year’s event is the Naval Museum Atlas – a new digital platform designed to help players and history enthusiasts discover naval museums around the world. Presented as an interactive map, with 9 naval museums and historical institutions from all over the world at launch, soon to be joined by much more, the Atlas provides practical information to support real-world visits and highlights institutions dedicated to preserving maritime heritage. As the database continues to grow, upcoming features will include exclusive museum perks via World of Warships’ Captain’s Club and special in-game bonus codes available on-site at participating museums

World of Warships Brings Operation Dynamo and New Dangers to the High Seas

To commemorate 85 years since 300,000 soldiers were evacuated from Dunkirk, Operation Dynamo comes to World of Warships in full force with a new Event Pass. Across two progression lines, players can unlock Containers, the “Monochrome” Enemy Destruction Effect, permanent camouflages, and much more. A new limited-time Port activity also arrives in the form of a strategic event, as a player-versus-everyone activity where players use cards representing the Little Ships of Dunkirk to overcome challenges and opponents. By doing this, players will earn Operation Dynamo Containers, a special “Braving the Fire Flag” and Tier VI British destroyer Gallant along the way.

May brings additional challenges to the seven seas with the arrival of Perilous Route, a new limited-time game mode that sees players escorting a damaged Command Ship to its destination whilst tackling waves of deadly enemy ships. During the journey, the Command Ship will need to make two stops to repair itself from the barrage of attacks, in which a randomised task must be completed to continue. Using any Tier VIII to IX ships, with the exception of submarines, players will have to use everything in their arsenal to finish the ship’s journey and emerge victorious.

World of Warships rounds out its May update with crossover content as Azur Lane makes another splash with Wave 7 of new content, bringing the popular sidescrolling naval warfare game to World of Warships once again. Closing out the update, Soviet Submarines depart from Early Access, construction of Tier IX German Premium heavy cruiser Blücher 1939 in the Dockyard continues, and players can dive into new Ranked Battles and Brawls.

Void Sails – Official Release Date Trailer

2025/05/16

Jerry Paxton

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

Void Sails dropped anchor on Steam today, and Ticking Clock Games is carefully plotting a course for console ports, in case the PC release performs well.

It will cost $18.50 (regional pricing may vary) on Steam and will have a weeklong launch discount of 15%.

Void Sails is a single-player adventure where you captain a flying ship across uncharted space. Sail through mysterious worlds, battle powerful foes, and make story-defining choices that will lead you to one of the many possible endings.

Uncover dark secrets in a game where every discovery could bring you closer to the truth, or Eldritch levels of madness….

Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus – Snowprint Studios to Reveal Next Faction at Skulls

2025/05/16

Jerry Paxton

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

Warhammer 40,000: Tacticus continues to cement its place as a cornerstone of the Warhammer gaming universe. On May 22nd, Warhammer will unleash its highly anticipated Warhammer Skulls Showcase, promising exciting reveals and content for devoted fans across the globe alongside a week-long multiple-platform sale.

Tacticus charges into Skulls with the arrival of a brand-new faction for players to unlock! Ready your troops and prepare to take the battlefields of the far future. Now is the perfect time to rejoin Tacticus on this new crusade.

Don’t miss the action! Join us live next Thursday, May 22nd, during Warhammer’s Skull’s event on the official Warhammer Twitch channel.

Horror Game Tunnels Out Now

2025/05/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Publisher Mastiff today announced the release of Tunnels, the subterranean VR horror game from Turkish developer Nomad Monkey, for the Meta Quest headsets. The game is available today on the Meta Quest store as a free-to-play multiplayer game with a new single-player DLC for $14.99 USD.

Tunnels is a heart-pounding, claustrophobia-inducing VR horror experience in which players are trapped deep underground in an abandoned mine shaft. Armed with only their wits, they’ll explore suffocating passageways and encounter horrors lurking in the shadows. Will players escape with their sanity intact, or will the tunnels claim them and their friends forever?

The game, which brings to life the dark and confining nightmare of being pursued through a series of twisting and tightening underground passageways, first caught players’ attention with its first demo in late 2023. A viral sensation, it has since amassed over 200K downloads.

Key Features of Tunnels:

Claustrophobic Terror – Squeeze through narrow crevices, feel the walls closing in, and fight to keep your sanity as the mine and the creatures within it collapse in on the players.
Immersive Single-Player Adventure – Players are engulfed in boundary-pushing VR gameplay as they embark on a story-driven plunge into suffocating darkness, relying solely on a lone voice over the radio to survive.
Nightmarish Gameplay Variety – Players must plunge into eerie underground lakes, zipline over bottomless chasms, and scale sheer cliffs—all while evading the nightmarish creatures lurking in the depths.
Free-to-Play Multiplayer – Beyond the premium single-player campaign, Players can team up with friends and strangers in the free-to-play online co-op mode where survival depends on teamwork or betrayal.
Customize Your Survivor – Players can customize their multiplayer character with unique gear and show off their style as they confront the mine’s horrors together with friends.

Space Strategy Game Galactic Civilizations IV Receives Major Overhaul

2025/05/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Popular space strategy game, Galactic Civilizations® IV is receiving a major overhaul of core game mechanics, map generation and computer opponents in Galactic Civilizations IV v3.0 Hyperlane Update which releases on June 12, 2025, free for all players.

To celebrate the announcement, Stardock has put the entire franchise on sale this week as well as provided updates to the previous editions in the series. For Galactic Civilizations IV v3.0 Hyperlane Update, players can look forward to:

• Hyperlanes. One of the defining features of the game is the free-form movement of ships on the map. Galactic Civilizations IV keeps the freeform movement but also now generates maps where groups of stars are connected by hyperlanes that drastically increase unit speed between stars.

“The Galactic Civilizations games have always stood out because players can take their fleets and move them freely on the map. However, players have requested having map generation where groups of stars are very distant from each other within a given sector,” said Brad Wardell, CEO of Stardock Entertainment. “The challenge there is that players also don’t want to spend dozens of turns moving through the void of deep space, Hyperlanes let us have it both ways.”

• Fleet Supply. To decrease micromanagement as well as make starship quality more distinct, the game now adds the concept of a civilization-wide fleet supply limit which can be increased by technology, events and other mechanics.

“The goal here is to make the path to victory not be dependent on who can put together the largest blob of units. While mass fleet sizes are still possible, players have to earn that by making that part of their strategy as opposed to it being the default and only path,” said Wardell.

• User Experience Revamp. While not a specific feature, Version 3.0 includes hundreds of small updates and improvements across the board. From new, higher resolution textures for ships to balance improvements to the new Civilization data screens which let players get insights into their civilizations.

Galactic Civilizations

“Over the past year we’ve received thousands of requests and suggestions from the fanbase. The Hyperlane Update was our opportunity to integrate as many of these as we could into a single huge update,” said Wardell.

The Hyperlane Update is now available as a Preview build on Steam with the final release scheduled for early June. In addition, starting today, the entire franchise is on sale on Steam.

Cubic Odyssey – Launch Trailer

2025/05/15

Jerry Paxton

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

Gaijin Entertainment and Atypical Games are thrilled to announce the release of Cubic Odyssey, an open-world voxel-based adventure that invites players to explore and reshape the galaxy. The game is now available for purchase on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. For a limited time, players can enjoy a 10% launch discount exclusively on Steam during the first two weeks after release.

Cubic Odyssey begins with a crash landing on a distant planet in a star system plagued by the Red Darkness. This mysterious, corrupting force twists everything it touches – from creatures and plants to the very soil and stone. Players gather resources, construct their first base, and repair a starship to begin their quest across a galaxy full of danger and wonder. The ultimate goal: to rid the world of the Red Darkness and save Queen Atia.

Whether you choose to save the galaxy alone or join forces with friends in co-op mode, Cubic Odyssey offers a rich experience for every kind of player. Guiding your journey from the start is QB-1, a loyal drone companion providing you with vital tools such as a basic extractor, a workbench, and a weapon. QB-1 also scans terrain and reveals hidden ore, making mining and underground exploration more comfortable.

Players have access to an array of ranged weapons, including pistols, carbines, shotguns, machine guns, and sniper rifles—each with unique handling, fire rate, and energy-based mechanics. Melee weapons are also available for up-close encounters. Hostile wildlife, space pirates, and corrupted beings infected by the Red Darkness ensure that threats lurk on every world and in every orbit.

Beyond combat and exploration, creativity plays a central role. Players can shape terrain, plant trees, construct bases, and build their vision of a habitable world. Starships themselves are fully customizable, constructed block-by-block with smaller elements than those that make up the planets. These ships can be armed and upgraded to face off against pirates throughout the galaxy.

With adventure, survival and creative modes, four-character classes, and hundreds of planets to discover, Cubic Odyssey offers a universe of possibilities for explorers, builders, and warriors alike.

Locomoto Nintendo Switch Launch Date

2025/05/15

Jerry Paxton

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

All aboard for an unforgettable journey! Locomoto, the charming life-sim adventure filled with cozy vibes and heartfelt moments, is pulling into the station on Nintendo Switch on June 26th, 2025 – and pre-orders start today!

Just like clever commuters know the perks of booking early, so do THQ Nordic and Green Tile Digital: pre-order Locomoto digitally and enjoy a 15% discount off the standard price of $29.99 / €29.99. Whether you’re a fan of trains, chill games, or fuzzy companions, this is your ticket to ride – at a sweet deal.

Already a beloved title on PC, where it boasts a 90% positive user rating, Locomoto invites players to step into the role of a train conductor in a heartwarming, handcrafted world. Customize your locomotive with cozy decorations, expand it with new carriages, and express yourself with stylish outfits. As you traverse stunning landscapes, you’ll befriend a delightful cast of furry passengers, complete charming quests, and uncover uplifting stories along the way. All set to a relaxing lo-fi soundtrack that makes every ride feel like a warm hug.

Developed by Green Tile Digital and published by THQ Nordic, Locomoto is set to roll out on Nintendo Switch on June 26th, 2025.

Locomoto is already available for PC – buy now on Steam:
https://thqn.net/lm-steam

Kvark Console Release Trailer

2025/05/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Xbox Series X News

Welcome to the top-secret uranium mine, comrade! Its location? Somewhere in the alternative Czechoslovakia of the eighties, and that’s about as much as you need to know. Lock and load, my friend, and get ready for a lot of old-school boomer shooter mayhem. Fear not, however, as the complete controller support and aim assist added on consoles should help you on your mission.

Buy the game from PlayStation Store: https://store.playstation.com/en-gb/product/EP6075-PPSA26856_00-0166018951332088 for £15,99, Microsoft Store: https://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/store/kvark/9N4GVP3WFLG6/0010 for $19,49 or Nintendo eShop today.