Author - Jerry Paxton

Star Wars: Battle Pod Home Version Announced

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Tokyo Japan, (May 26, 2015) – Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. announced today that it will release a home version of the aerial battle arcade hit, Star Wars™: Battle Pod™(http://www.starwarsbattlepod.com/), which first appeared in US arcades in January 2015, in EU, NA, JP, and other regions. The Battle Pods will be available to order beginning June, 18th with a MSRP at US$35,000 and UK £24,000 (Shipping and setting fees separate).

Made upon order for personal home use, the special Premium Edition of Star Wars: Battle Pod will be equipped with genuine leather seats that are synchronized to move/react to the action of the game and is available in two different glamorous designs inspired by the images of the Rebel Alliance and Darth Vader. This arcade masterpiece includes the owner’s name and a product serial number engraved plate along with a specially bound owner’s manual and exclusive carpeting. Owners will also have their name added to the game ending credits. MSRP for the premium edition is set at US$100,000 (Shipping and setting fees separate). Further purchasing details will be announced after mid-June on theStar Wars: Battle Pod official website™ (http://www.starwarsbattlepod.com/).

Dive into the Star Wars universe from the comfort of your own home with the Star Wars: Battle Pod.

Mad Max Savage Road Story Trailer #madmaxgame

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May 26, 2015 — Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and Avalanche Studios today unveiled the Mad Max Savage Road Trailer, showing Max who is left for dead as his cherished Interceptor is stolen by the merciless Wasteland tyrant, Scrotus and his warboys. Max must rebuild a powerful new war machine to escape the deadly Wasteland and can only do that with the aid of his quirky sidekick and expert mechanic, Chumbucket. Mad Max will be released on Sept. 1, 2015 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Windows PC.

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Remastered Resident Evil 0 Announced #ResidentEvil

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Capcom has announced via video that Resident Evil 0, a remastered version of the popular prequel to the original title in the Resident Evil series, is currently in development. The game is planned for release on PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, PlayStation 3 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft and PC in early 2016.

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Evil Twin Studios Brings WARD 13 Haunted Attraction this October #halloween

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SOUTH PASADENA, CA (May 21, 2015): Evil Twin Studios, the demented team that brought you Theater of Terror and award-winning Raymond Hill Mortuary (See our Review Here), returns this October with an all-new haunted experience and location that you’re sure to go crazy about. WARD 13 is an intense, immersive, interactive, walk-through haunted attraction where sanity comes to die.

There have always been dark rumors about the Raymond Hill Sanitarium, but the most disturbing ones center around an undocumented area for the most violent patients where experimentation took precedence over finding a cure. For the residents of the sanitarium, there was one thing they all feared more than death… WARD 13.

For eight insane nights, WARD 13 will electrify you at 1020 El Centro Street in South Pasadena, CA. The haunted attraction will be open Fridays and Saturdays from 7:00 to 11:00 PM, October 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, and 31. Tickets ($15 online, $17 at the door) will be available soon via www.eviltwinstudios.com. Proceeds from WARD 13 benefit the South Pasadena Educational Foundation (SPEF).

Not recommended for the faint of heart. You’ve been warned.

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The Great Horror Campout Announces June 5 and June 6 Event Details

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(Los Angeles, CA – May 14, 2015) Back by popular demand, Ten Thirty One Productions (TTO), the worldwide leader in producing live horror attractions, brings the Great Horror Campout to Los Angeles for two nights only on Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6.

The 12-hour, overnight, interactive “choose your own adventure” horror camping experience will return bigger than ever with all new creatures and features. Compete for the coveted title of “Hellmaster” in this year’s all new immersive Hell Hunt, where SCAG (Shit Campers All Get) will be rewarded rather than found. Face the hordes of monsters, solve puzzles and compete in physical challenges in order to stay in the game. Expect to get entombed in a mass grave, be the hunter and/or the hunted in the latest evolution of Blood Tag.  Prepare to use creative thinking and problem solving to survive the night and much more.

This year, the “Game has Changed,” as campers will receive a superpower based on four stereotypical horror archetypes: the Jock, who will receive physical advantages; the Nerd, who gains intellectual help; the Cheerleader who’s been endowed with distraction abilities; and the Virgin, who possesses survival skills.

“Every camper will be wearing their tribal markings and superpower all night long.  It’s going to look incredible to see hundreds of campers scratching and clawing their way to victory adorned in the games ever evolving culture,” says Ten Thirty One Productions CEO Melissa Carbone.  This year’s event will blow campers’ minds whether they are coming for the first time, a returning camper or even a Hellmaster.”

Enjoy all new Hell Hunt zones such as Ramball, where campers are placed inside a giant ball and bombarded by goat-headed monsters.  Get ready to be soaked in a mixture of blood, mud and slime in order to win SCAG items in the new Human Sponge zone and much more. Survive through the Morning Challenge, and get inducted into the elite group of Hellmasters.

The Great Horror Campout offers campers a choice to sleep in two- or four-person tents.  Campers can choose their level of engagement when they choose their activities and tent zone.  The experience can be an extreme horror adventure or a more mild horror adventure based on preference.

“Campers can turn down the level of scare by booking in the Yellow Tent Section, the Chicken Zone, which is a safe zone.  They can venture out into the activities and challenges and turn up the volume on the experience by engaging in the more extreme activities or continue to play it safe with the safe zone activities.  And when all else fails, any camper can use the safe phrase “I want my mommy” to stop the action at any time,” says Carbone.

The Great Horror Campout will take place in the Griffith Park Old Abandoned Zoo located at 4730 Crystal Springs Dr. Los Angeles, CA 90027. Tickets are on sale now at Ticketmaster.com with 4-person tents starting at $109 per person to 2-person tents for $159 per person. Space is limited and based on availability. Campers will select their tent space online during the purchase process. Persons Under 18 years of age will not be admitted. For more information, please visit the Great Horror Campout website, www.greathorrorcampout.com and stay current on the latest developments through social media, including:

F1 2015 Gameplay Teaser Trailer

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San Jose Calif., (May 22, 2015) – Codemasters® today released the first gameplay teaser trailer for F1 2015, the official videogame of the 2015 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™. Distributed by BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. in the Americas F1 2015 will now release on July 21, 2015 in North and Latin America and on July 24, 2015 in Brazil. This will mark the award-winning series’ debut on PlayStation® 4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft. The game will also be available for Windows PC.

North American gamers who pre-order F1 2015 at GameStop/EB Games will receive a collectable F1 2015 metal case. Latin American gamers can also secure the metal case by pre-ordering the game at participating retailers in their respective countries (check local stores for details).

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Turtle Beach Launches Elite 800X Xbox One Headset

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San Diego, CA – May 22, 2015 Gamers holding out for a top-of-the-line, 100% fully wireless headset for Xbox One need not wait any longer. Turtle Beach Corporation(NASDAQ: HEAR), the leading-edge audio technology company and #1 in gaming audio, announced today that the Turtle Beach Elite 800X is available at retail. Turtle Beach’s  Elite 800 series are the most technologically advanced gaming headsets ever launched, and the Elite 800X’s host of premium, flagship features for Xbox One gamers sets it far above the competition. The Turtle Beach Elite 800X is 100% fully wireless for both game audio and chat audio, meaning no wires to the controller or Xbox One. Gamers get crystal clear audio via the latest, cutting-edge wireless technology, and a host of advanced features that create a more immersive and comfortable gaming experience.

“Late last year we were first to market with a fully wireless headset solution for Xbox One with our Ear Force Stealth 500X headset, and we’re thrilled to continue leading this category with the Turtle Beach Elite 800X,” said Juergen Stark, CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. “Today’s video games, especially multiplayer titles, require players to have a great headset for the best audio experience. As stellar early consumer reviews demonstrate, our Elite 800X sounds amazing with its 50mm drivers, is extremely comfortable with leather-covered memory foam ear pads, and is packed with so much tech and high-end features that anybody looking for the best Xbox One headset need look no further.”

The full list of features for the Turtle Beach Elite 800X includes:

  • 100% Fully Wireless -The Turtle Beach Elite 800X is completely wireless for game and chat audio, and uses intelligent channel-hopping for an interference-free wireless experience.
  • DTS Headphone:X 7.1 Surround Sound & Sound Presets – Experience DTS Headphone:X 7.1 Surround Sound with incredibly accurate, unmatched spatialization. Additionally, the Elite 800X offers custom DTS Surround Sound modes combined with Turtle Beach genre-specific presets to further immerse fans in their favorite games, movies and music.
  • Superhuman Hearing™ – From the faintest of enemy footsteps to weapon reloads off in the distance, Superhuman Hearing ensures gamers hear it all by amplifying soft sounds when switched on. This exclusive Turtle Beach audio processing gives players the competitive advantage of hearing enemies before they come into view.
  • Noise-Cancelling -Eliminate unwanted background distractions with active noise-cancellation when connected to the Xbox One game console and mobile/tablet devices.
  • Volume Control, Mic Monitoring & Dynamic Chat Boost™ – Gamers can set their preferred mix of game and chat audio levels right on the Elite 800X headset. Additionally, Mic Monitoring allows players to hear their own voice in the headset in order to avoid the need to shout, and the Elite 800X’s Dynamic Chat Boost feature automatically adjusts chat volume during loud gameplay audio spikes to ensure players never miss a command.
  • High Quality Hidden Microphones – The Elite 800X features dual hidden, high-quality noise-cancelling microphones, with environmental presets to ensure players are always heard, regardless of their surroundings.
  • Magnetic Charging Stand & Rechargeable Battery – Whether gamers need a break from dominating other players in their favorite multiplayer game, or it’s simply time to retire for the evening, just place the Elite 800X into its low profile, magnetic charging stand to store it and keep the headset powered-up without any cables. The Elite 800X features a built-in rechargeable battery that delivers up to 10 hours of functionality.
  • Bluetooth Wireless Versatility – Enjoy wireless Bluetooth connectivity with compatible mobile/tablet devices. And gamers never need miss a call or text again, as they can pair the Elite 800X to their mobile phone to listen to music, hear text notifications and take calls while playing.
  • Swappable Speaker Plates – Fans can customize their Elite 800X headset to their liking with easily swappable speaker plates that can be changed-out with new designs from www.turtlebeach.com/plates.
  • Easy Setup – The Turtle Beach Elite 800X setup is made easy through its magnetic charging stand, which doubles as the wireless transmitter to the headset. Simply connect the charging stand to the Xbox One game console using the provided USB and optical cables, and start playing.
  • Companion App – Gamers can download the Ear Force Audio Hub app to wirelessly change presets on the fly using their compatible PC, Mac and Android mobile/tablet device.
  • Elite Membership with Purchase – Gamers demand the ultimate in performance, and should get the ultimate in benefits. With the purchase theTurtle Beach Elite 800X headset, gamers also receive:
    • Turtle Beach Elite T-Shirt or Hooded Long-Sleeve T-Shirt
    • Two additional sets of speaker plates
    • Free Twitch Turbo trial membership
    • 2-year extended warranty
    • Concierge product support service (for U.S. and Canada)
    • Early access to the latest Turtle Beach news and product info
    • Exclusive offers from the Turtle Beach online store and partners

The Turtle Beach Elite 800X is available today at participating retailers for an MSRP of $299.95. Gamers looking for more information on the Elite 800X can visit the official Turtle Beach Elite website. Additionally, 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.

Need for Speed Announced with Teaser Trailer

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GOTHENBURG, Sweden – May 21, 2015 – Ghost Games™, an Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) studio, announced today the return of Need for Speed™ in a full reboot of this storied franchise.  The game delivers on what the fans want, and what Need for Speed stands for – deep customisation, authentic urban car culture, a nocturnal open world, and an immersive narrative that pulls you through the game.

Need for Speed is one of the most iconic names in gaming, and we’re returning it to greatness in this reboot,” said Marcus Nilsson, Executive Producer at Ghost Games. “Pulling on our 20 years of history, and then taking a year out from releasing a game, we are making the game we’ve always wanted to. We’re listening to the fans and delivering an experience that will capture their imagination and unleash their passion for cars and speed.”

Fuelled by EA’s own car culture community, Speedhunters (www.speedhunters.com), Need for Speed will deliver an experience that’s grounded in authentic car culture by diving into the rich world of past, present and emergent trends of the urban car scene. This collaboration with Speedhunters in the research and development of the game means the level of detail and real-world authenticity will envelop gamers in an exciting world to discover and enjoy in a way that only Need for Speed can deliver.

See the Need for Speed announce teaser trailer here, and subscribe to see the first full trailer on June 15, 2015.

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