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inZOI Global Showcase to be Held on March 19

2025/02/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

KRAFTON, Inc. (CEO CH Kim) announced an online showcase for the upcoming realistic life simulation game, inZOI, to be held on March 19, 2025, at 01:00 UTC.

The online showcase will be broadcast live on inZOI’s official YouTube and Twitch channels.   The event will be presented in Korean with language support available in English, Spanish, German, Japanese, and Chinese (Simplified) for players to join from around the world.

During the event, inZOI Studio CEO and inZOI Producer and Director Hyungjun ‘Kjun’ Kim will offer a first look into new release details such as key features coming to Early Access, a vision and roadmap for future updates, and pricing and DLC plans. Additionally, an interview video featuring members involved in inZOI’s journey will reveal behind-the-scenes stories and insights into the game’s development process.

The presentation will be followed by a Q&A session to address popular community questions and provide a clearer understanding of what to expect when players step into the world of inZOI.

Kjun shared his thoughts, saying, “I wanted to create a game where anyone could become a creator, expressing themselves through their uniquely crafted life stories. However, developing inZOI was an immense challenge, as we had few reference points to rely on, forcing us to experiment with nearly every component of the game.” He added, “Our game is still far from complete, but with community contributions during this Early Access period, we will use feedback from our fans to shape inZOI into a truly complete experience. Now, the first page of inZOI’s story begins.”

inZOI is a game where players can experience a deeply immersive life simulation with realistic graphics and unexpected, dynamic scenarios. Built on Unreal Engine 5, inZOI is set to provide a new gameplay experience, featuring KRAFTON’s AI innovations, including SLM (Small Language Model)-based CPC (Co-Playable Character) technology, motion capture capabilities, and a 3D Printer. inZOI will be available in Early Access via Steam beginning March 28, 2025, at 00:00 UTC.

The showcase teaser trailer can be viewed on inZOI’s official YouTube channel here.

Sins of a Solar Empire II Paths to Power DLC Pack Release Date

2025/02/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

One of the best strategy games of 2024 gets even better as Sins of a Solar Empire II will be releasing its first paid DLC, “Paths to Power,” on March 27, 2025. This DLC pack features exciting challenges for players by introducing new, objective-based missions and victory conditions in 10+ new scenario maps. Each scenario features unique gameplay situations or goals, ranging from defending against relentless invaders as the Pranast United minor faction, to assimilating the human population of the galaxy as the Advent.

“The ‘Paths to Power’ DLC lays the foundation for new, more dynamic styles of gameplay in the Sins’ universe,” said Brian Clair, Executive Producer at Stardock. “Not only will players get new experiences from this DLC, but modders will gain access to a whole new set of options to bring their creations to life.”

Examples of Paths to Power Scenarios:
All as One
Planets are starting to disintegrate causing mass panic across Trader space. Has the Vasari’s nemesis finally arrived? Playing as the Vasari Alliance, you must forge unlikely partnerships with the other races and accumulate enough resources to escape. It’s a race against the clock as the map is slowly devoured by this unknown adversary!
Defend the Homeworld
Take the reins of the Pranast United and see how long you can hold out against enemy forces in this classic ‘King of the Hill’ scenario. Waves of enemy ships will assault your homeworld, attempting to wipe you out. Victory is impossible, but how long will you survive? Compare your stats against other players and earn fame.
Scorched Space
On the edges of Trader space, scouts have discovered a curious star system that’s largely been destroyed. Strange inactive starbases of unknown design have been found that contain highly advanced technology. Will you try to restore them to gain a powerful new weapon? Or will you destroy them to keep them from your enemies?Alongside the ‘Paths to Power’ DLC, Stardock will be releasing the v1.4 free update for Sins of a Solar Empire II for all players! This update will introduce a major gameplay mechanic with population. Population will directly interface with Culture to determine the strength of your empire’s influence, bringing a major change to how players can achieve victory through gradual conversion of citizens in other Empires. Update v1.4 will also feature several new units, gameplay balance updates, and more which will be detailed in a future dev diary.

Apogee’s Survival Horror Nightmare “Total Chaos” Demo Out Now

2025/02/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News

Total Chaos, a relentless survival horror experience developed by Trigger Happy Interactive (the New Zealand-based creator of Turbo Overkill) and published by Apogee Entertainment, descends into madness on July 24, 2025 on PC via Steam. For those daring enough, a special VR edition will be included with the base game for an even closer brush with terror.

Awaken to a living nightmare as a wayward Coastguardman, adrift at sea and slipping into a fractured reality. Take refuge on the haunted shores of Fort Oasis, a long-abandoned coal mining community cloaked in mist and decay. Venture ahead with only one guide: a distant, crackling voice on a walkie-talkie. But can it be trusted?

The remnants of a forgotten world now hide unspeakable horrors in the shadows. Navigate warped sights and eerie echoes while scavenging for vital supplies and crafting materials in abandoned apartments, crumbling facilities, rusted corridors, and foreboding graveyards.

Survive a psychologically damaging gauntlet of grotesque human-monster hybrids. Move unpredictably as the abominations observe player behavior, mimicking movements and attack patterns. Keep a tight grip on reality… Monitor health, fatigue, bleeding wounds, and hunger while the Madness system warps the mind. Hallucinations blur the line between real and unreal, as shifting walls and hidden passageways reveal valuable loot… guarded by horrors best left undiscovered.

Scour the ruins for materials and piece together makeshift weapons like axes and pipe wrenches. Strike from a distance with throwables like bricks and bottles, craft molotov cocktails in a pinch, and conserve scarce firearms for the most nightmarish encounters. But choose wisely… Total Chaos’ weighted inventory system punishes hoarders, slowing movement when burdened with excess supplies. Take only what is needed to make it out alive.

Piece together the chilling fate of Fort Oasis by uncovering handwritten notes and scattered letters, each revealing fragments of its lost inhabitants’ final days. After release, Total Chaos will take the terror further with an all-new Epilogue DLC (available for purchase) – featuring an extended narrative, unexplored locations, and a never-before-seen tenth chapter. For the bravest survivors, step directly into the nightmare — Total Chaos: VR Edition will let explorers experience Fort Oasis and Total Chaos’ strikingly detailed and immersively haunting environments through the Coast Guardsman’s own eyes.

“Total Chaos combines survival horror with psychological intrigue and a deep narrative designed to unsettle and instill doubt,” said Sam Prebble, developer at Trigger Happy Interactive. “The extra content available on PC will allow fans to face even more terrors across Fort Oasis.”

Total Chaos arrives on PC via Steam on July 24, 2025. Prepare to brave the upcoming horrors by following @Apogee_Ent on Twitter, subscribing to the Apogee YouTube channel, and joining the official Trigger Happy and Apogee Discord servers.

Galactic Civilizations IV Tales of the Arnor DLC Launches Today

2025/02/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Prepare to delve into the Galaxy’s greatest mysteries and the rise of a new machine civilization as Galactic Civilizations IV “Tales of the Arnor” launches today! This brand new DLC pack includes a brand new civilization, The Nyx, a new campaign where players will uncover the origins of the Yor, and other new content such as new Anomaly Events, Artifacts, Crisis Scenario, and much more.

As The Nyx, players will have the chance to try out a completely new machine race civilization with a fully unique tech tree. There are over 100 new technologies like advanced drone warfare and influence manipulation as well as over 40 new Ship Components and more than 70 new Planetary Improvements to craft. The Nyx use advanced technology to shape their empire and get access to Drone Carriers early, allowing players to strike quickly before rival Civilizations can defend. However The Nyx have weaknesses around food production and higher-tech advancements, Nyx players will need to rely on diplomatic and trade negotiations in order to achieve victory. They aren’t just a new species, playing as The Nyx is a completely new experience for Galactic Civilizations IV that comes with its own unique strategies and challenges.

“Tales of the Arnor” will also grant access to a new single-player Campaign that will chronicle the true Origins of the Yor. Players will get to experience the full story of the Yor rebellion from the Iconians in key battles along the way. The galactic records have always said that the Yor gained sentience, rebelled, and took over Iconia after overthrowing the Iconians. But what if there’s more to the tale?

“Players are going to have a lot to look forward to in ‘Tales of the Arnor’, it’s almost a full expansion pack’s worth of content,” said Brad Wardell, CEO of Stardock. “Our goal is to continue to refine Galactic Civilizations IV into the best 4X experience that offers players a world filled with interesting lore and gameplay depth.”

Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Progression Fundamentals Developer Diary

2025/02/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Assassin’s Creed Shadows releases on March 20th and Ubisoft is excited to show us more of the game in these last few weeks before launch. In case you missed it, preorders are now available and include free access to the upcoming Claws of Awaji expansion, as well as other bonuses.

This week, they’re going to show us more on how progression works in the game. Be sure to check out the full developer update for this information and a lot more!

Midnight Murder Club Releasing in Early Access on March 13

2025/02/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News, Windows PC News

Welcome back to the Midnight Murder Club. Here at Velan Studios, we’ve been toiling away in the shadowy halls of Wormwood Manor, coming up with fresh, new ways for you to hunt your friends in the darkness. We’ve got a new game mode to announce and an exciting new way to get your friends in on the fighting!

Midnight Murder Club is a first-person shooter/party game where you and five friends hunt each other in the pitch-black rooms of the mysterious Wormwood Manor.* Armed with only a revolver and a flashlight, search the shadows for every flicker of light and every bump in the night as you stalk your prey. The tension turns to hilarity as you discover just how tricky it is to navigate and shoot in complete darkness! You sprint toward your friends’ shouting voices echoing through the mansion, only to bump into someone else hiding in a dark corner! Shots ring out, luring the other hunters to your location. Every flash of light is the promise of a deadly firefight. This is Midnight Murder Club.

New Game Mode: Wildcards

On top of the existing Free for All, Thief in the Night, Team Deathmatch, and Headhunters modes, we’re excited to introduce a brand-new mode that lets you break the rules like never before! In the new Wildcards game mode, players will play cards from their collection that change the rules for everyone in-game in wild new ways! From hijacking the toys that appear in vendors, to giving everyone super speed, to exploding into flames when you die—use these cards to show your wild side! Then, when the dust settles and the match is over, you’ll be gifted brand new cards to add to your collection giving you even more ways to change the game. In the new Wildcards game mode, it looks like chaos is in the cards!

Play at no additional cost with the Midnight Murder Club Guest Pass Edition!

We know that playing with friends is the best way to play any game and with the Midnight Murder Club Guest Pass Edition, it’s easier than ever! Midnight Murder Club Guest Pass Edition allows your friends to join your game and play for no additional cost!

To put it simply: If one person buys the game, they can invite up to five Guest Pass Edition players to play together for no additional cost in public or private matches, in all current game modes, as much as you want.

We’re really excited about the Guest Pass Edition because Midnight Murder Club is the perfect party game to play with friends. Now players can simply invite their friends into the club and let the mayhem begin.

Burning the Midnight Oil

To sum it up, we’re adding the brand-new Wildcards game mode and introducing a brand-new way to play with friends with the Guest Pass Edition. That’s a lot of new development work! Because of that, we’re going to need a little more time, so we’re pushing our Early Access launch date to March 13th, 2025. The full version of the game will be available in Early Access for $19.99 (or equivalent in your region), and the Guest Pass Edition will be launching on the same day for no additional cost.

As a member of the Midnight Murder Club, your opinion on the direction the club should go matters! We’re really excited about evolving this game with the community as we continue developing through Early Access. We want your opinions and ideas, which will help shape our roadmap (which we’ll be sharing before launch!). Our Discord, the Steam Community Hub, and our socials will be open for discussions, feedback, and updates directly from us!

With these major changes and much more to come, we can’t wait to dive back into the darkness and haunt the hallowed halls of the Wormwood manor with you. Prepare yourselves for Midnight Murder Club coming to Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Steam on March 13th, 2025.

See you in the shadows!

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RØDE Introduces 24/7 Customer Call Support

2025/02/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News

RØDE has today announced the launch of 24/7 global customer call support, reinforcing a commitment to serving and empowering the vision of creators worldwide, right around the clock. This expansion reflects RØDE’s dedication to its valued customers, offering fast and reliable service when it’s most crucial and convenient.

With multi-lingual support already available via RØDE’s live chat, ticket and email support, today’s announcement observes the extension of phone support, with English-speaking representatives available anytime to expertly navigate through enquiries about warranty claims, repairs and technical support.

“Creativity never sleeps, so why should we?” says RØDE CEO Damien Wilson. “For content creators, broadcasters, and professionals working across multiple time zones, access to live-monitored support at all hours is vital. Creators can now get support setting up new gear, seeking expert guidance or troubleshooting complex setups, in turn, minimising time spent problem solving and maximising time spent on their craft.”

RØDE recognises the importance of magnifying human connection and is committed to providing expert and personalised assistance from real professionals with an in-depth knowledge of RØDE’s extensive product range.

Global 24/7 support is available to access at RØDE’s Support Centre.

MotoGP 25 Release Date Revealed

2025/02/27
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Milestone and MotoGP™ have officially announced the upcoming release of MotoGP™25, the official MotoGP video game featuring all the riders and tracks of the 2025 season from MotoGP, as well as Moto2 and Moto3. New tracks are joining the 2025 calendar for even more intense racing across the globe such as the legendary Brno in the Czech Republic, returning for the first time in five years, and the debut of Balaton Park in Hungary. MotoGP 25 will be available on April 30, 2025, on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Game Store.

Watch the MotoGP 25 announcement trailer:

Technical skills, mental strength and strong passion are key ingredients for any MotoGP rider eager to leave a lasting mark in the sport. This mix of characteristics can be summarized as the “heart of racing,” the concept behind the new MotoGP 25, which blends these elements to offer fans the most comprehensive virtual MotoGP experience yet.

The all-new Training Sessions feature is one of the new additions to the latest chapter of the franchise. Hone your skills away from competitions in the Motard, Flat Track, and Minibikes disciplines. Tackle dedicated challenges set on original tracks, while admiring the stunning environments.

Regardless of players’ skill level, the new MotoGP 25 allows everyone to express their racing passion with the new Arcade Experience, a simplified racing experience available in all game modes with all types of bikes. This option is more accessible for players less familiar with motorcycle simulators, but still offers the thrill of pushing yourself to the limit. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, every detail comes to life, while newly recorded bike sounds, captured from live recording sessions with the original bikes, combine to deliver a fully immersive MotoGP experience.

Due to popular demand, the Riders Market, FIM MotoGP, and Stewards are returning for MotoGP 25. Accompanying these features is a new Bike Development System that will give players more control over the evolution of their bikes through the season, while managing social relationships in the paddock to take fans deeper into the life of a real rider.

Those who want to test their limits against riders around the world will appreciate full Cross-play*, available from day one, as well as the new ranked races. Moreover, the LiveGP Championship* is back with new challenges, while two-player local split-screen is the perfect choice to race from the comfort of the couch.

Once again, the community can unleash their creativity with the game’s editors. From the helmet editor—where a player’s design even became a real helmet worn by Maverick Viñales at last September’s San Marino GP—to customizable racing numbers, butt patches, stickers, and new podium emotes, players can personalize their virtual rider and share their creations across platforms.

The next chapter of MotoGP is just around the corner. The formation lap has already started, so get ready for the lights to go out on April 30, 2025.

Disney Speedstorm – First Look at Season 12

2025/02/27
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Gameloft today announced that Disney Speedstorm’s Season 12 update will go live on March 6th on all platforms and will invite racers to prove their racing mettle in the dangerous and mysterious world of Tron: Legacy!

Season 12, “On the Grid,” will boot up on March 6th and run through April 30, featuring brand-new content inspired by the Tron: Legacy feature film, including 4 new Racers, new vehicles, and neon-lit circuits featuring digital visuals and dynamic gameplay elements.

  • New Racers include:
    • Sam Flynn – Unleash a combat stance with his identity disc, or charge your attack for a speed boost, chance to stun your opponent, and for your kart to leave a hard light trail
    • Quorra – Fire missiles that blind opponents, or charge the attack to drop two bombs that blind opponents behind her in a wider radius
    • Rinzler – Throw dual identity discs that bounce and stun opponents, or charge the attack to transform his kart into a flying controllable vehicle which players can stun opponents upon contact
    • Zuse – Fire light projectiles that slow opponents, or charge the attack to start a light-and-music party that boosts speed, nitro, and boost regeneration for all nearby racers
  • New Crew Members include: Kevin Flynn, ISO, Jarvis, Gem, Sirens, Grandma Flynn, and more

EVE Fanfest 2025 Sells Out in Record Time

2025/02/27
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Industry News, News, Windows PC News

CCP Games are excited to announce that EVE Fanfest 2025 has officially sold out! Never before has the festival reached full capacity so far in advance before – a powerful testament to the passion and strength of the EVE Online community.

Since its first year in 2004, EVE Fanfest has been the ultimate celebration of the EVE universe and itsinhabitants – capsuleers – who continue to boldly forge the future of New Eden every day. With EVE Fanfest now in its 17th edition, expect no shortage of epic reveals, in-depth discussions, and keen camaraderie.

While in-person attendance is now closed to new applicants, it’s still possible to take part in the festivities! EVE Fanfest 2025 will be streamed live on May 2-3, giving EVE players at every level the chance to follow major announcements and developer insights as they unfold.

With the support shown here for EVE Fanfest 2025, you can be sure that CCP is already hard at work to ensure Fanfest 2026 will carry the torch!

For more information, please visit the EVE Fanfest Website. For those who missed out on tickets, make sure to tune in to the live stream and be part of the excitement.