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FBC: Firebreak Gameplay Trailer Released

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Today, Remedy Entertainment unveiled a new gameplay trailer for FBC: Firebreak, a three-player co-op FPS where the Federal Bureau of Control’s first-response unit must contain an escalating paranatural threat.

When the Oldest House, the Bureau’s shifting headquarters, falls under siege by a relentless paranatural force, only Firebreak – its most adaptable response unit – has the skills and courage to restore order.

Launching in summer 2025, FBC: Firebreak is Remedy Entertainment’s first self-published game and will be available on PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. A mid-priced title, FBC: Firebreak will also be available day one via PC Game Pass, Game Pass Ultimate, and PlayStation Plus Game Catalog (Extra and Premium).

FBC: Firebreak is a session-based, multiplayer PvE experience set within the acclaimed Control universe, delivering intense cooperative action. The game features highly replayable missions known as Jobs, each uniquely designed with different challenges, objectives, and environments that require teamwork and adaptability.

The latest trailer showcases one such Job, Paper Chase, where an outbreak of rogue sticky notes in the Executive Sector of the Oldest House – seemingly harmless at first – spirals into a full-blown paranatural crisis. Players must push through three escalating zones, culminating in a chaotic showdown against a towering, gargantuan manifestation of these anomalies.

Before diving into a Job, players choose their Crisis Kit. Crisis Kits shape each Firebreaker’s playstyle, providing distinct weapons, tools, and powerful reality-bending augments that can turn the tide of a mission.

  • Jump Kit – Focused on electricity-based abilities, excelling in field control and mobility.
  • Fix Kit – A heavy-hitting kit built around impact-based attacks, including a massive wrench.
  • Splash Kit – A water-based kit specializing in manipulating battlefield conditions and supporting teammates.

Remedy will continue expanding FBC: Firebreak with post-launch content. All future playable content, including new Jobs, will be free. Players will have the option to purchase cosmetics, but none of these items will affect gameplay, and there will be no limited-time rotations or daily log-ins. More details will be shared in the future.

Watch the FBC: Firebreak Community First Look – Jobs & Gameplay video

Remedy will host a special community AMA on the FBC: Firebreak Steam page on March 31 at 9 AM PST / 5 PM GMT / 7 PM EET, offering fans a chance to learn more about the game, its systems, and future plans.

Survive The Fall Future Game Show Trailer Released

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Independent development team Angry Bulls Studio and Publisher Toplitz Productions are showcasing new gameplay for the isometric action-adventure Survive The Fall in a fresh trailer which premiered last night at the prestigious Future Games Show.

Together with this exclusive first look at the latest version of the anticipated game, a new demo for the exhilarating gameplay cocktail, which mixes exploration, fierce fights against a variety of factions, looting, resource management, crafting and base building was also published on Steam.

After a successful closed beta period, where community and influencers alike could recently get an extensive hands-on experience with the groundbreaking genre blend, now is your chance to dive into the captivating post apocalyptic environments of Survive The Fall. Explore a world that is equally beautiful and dangerous, where rivalling factions fight relentlessly for dominance, while you try and rebuild society.

Grab your weapons, assemble your team and prepare yourself to unravel the secret of the mysterious stasis engulfing the land. Collect resources and gear, bring it back to your base and use your loot to improve your equipment or extend your base facilities. Utilize stealth to overcome your enemies, engage in exciting realtime combat or leverage the tactical pause, where you can closely analyze the battlefield and issue commands to your teammates.

Want to learn more? Visit the official Survive the Fall Steam page to wishlist the game and stay updated.

Neighbors: Suburban Warfare Early Access Release Date Trailer

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Developer Invisible Walls and Amplifier Studios are excited to announce that their slap-happy multiplayer game Neighbors: Suburban Warfare will bring chaos and mayhem to players on PC as it releases into Early Access on April 17th. A brand-new action-packed trailer for the game was showcased as part of today’s Future Games Show Spring Showcase, revealing the release date and inviting players to get a taste of the neighborhood in an open beta test, starting today and running until March 24th! Download the beta from the Steam store page here.

Watch the explosive release date trailer here:

Set in the peaceful city of Heartsville, Neighbors: Suburban Warfare is the exact opposite of peace and quiet, as two teams of up to four players battle it out to become the top dogs of the neighborhood. Gear up and take the fight to the streets with one of eight playable neighbor characters, each with abilities and perks to help them reign supreme. Whether it’s the snot -nosed brat Kevin and his annoying slingshot, or the lovable old lady Doreen that lives next door and packs quite a punch, each character offers varied move sets, a unique ability, and talents that players can spec into to personalise their gameplay.

Upon choosing thy neighbor, it is time to vanquish thy neighbor. The goal is simple – dispense indiscriminate justice upon your opponent’s house by destroying key items within, all the while defending your own humble abode from a barrage of makeshift weapons and quirky contraptions.

Deploy and position various contraptions made out of everyday household items, whether it’s wooden planks to barricade your home or a trusty catapult to fling yourself straight into your neighbor’s backyard. Each match promises to up the hilarious antics with endless replayability, joined by even more neighbors, weapons, and surprises arriving during the Early Access launch.

“Neighbors: Suburban Warfare is the culmination of over three years of hard work at Invisible Walls, and we are excited to share the release date with our fans and new players around the world!” says David Jean Heldager, CEO at Invisible Walls. “We have always been a studio that helps bring players together in fun and often chaotic multiplayer titles, and Neighbors: Suburban Warfare is the next step of that journey.”

Neighbors: Suburban Warfare launches into Steam Early Access on April 17th

Abyssus Weapons Trailer Released

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Publisher The Arcade Crew (Infernax, Vengeful Guardian: Moonrider, Cross Blitz) and developer DoubleMoose, a Swedish studio founded by former Coffee Stain developers, have announced the first demo for Abyssus will be arriving on Steam soon. Abyssus is a fast-paced one to four player co-op roguelike FPS where the secrets of an underwater civilization whisper from the shadows; learn to blast your way out or risk falling victim to its guardians. Abyssus’ full release will arrive on PC via Steam this year (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1721110/Abyssus/).

Plunge into today’s trailer for a glimpse at the core of Abyssus’ exciting action, as well as the potential lurking within its weapons customization system:

The design of Abyssus’ co-operative combat is inspired in part by DoubleMoose’s frequent sessions of playing Deep Rock Galactic, Warhammer 2: Vermintide and Gunfire Reborn together as a studio.

Brinehunters can wield a range of versatile, deadly weapons in upcoming’s demo, showcased within today’s trailer:

  • The Brinerevolver: A masterfully crafted semi-automatic sidearm designed for reliable critical strikes. Built for precision and power, the primary fire mode excels in close-quarters combat, delivering consistent damage to deal with nearby enemies, while the secondary fire lets you pick off distant foes while aiming down its sight.
  • The Engine Rifle: A powerhouse of the depths, the Engine Rifle earns its name from its fiery temper. Use your secondary weapon to rev the engine into overdrive, unleashing bursts of raw power while pushing heat levels to the brink.
  • The Shotgun: A true staple of any FPS arsenal, this powerhouse is built for delivering sheer devastation at close range. Unleash a relentless spread of bullets that tear through guardians with raw stopping power.

Survival in Abyssus depends on your ability to adapt and evolve your arsenal. Before each expedition, craft the perfect loadout by using workbenches. Along the way, you will unlock alternate firing modes that amplify your weapons’ destructive power to match the escalating threat. Enhance the Engine Rifle with a Concentrated Shot mod, delivering a powerful knockback effect to enemies, or modify the Brinrevolver with the Quick Scope mod, offering an increase in damage after aiming through its scope. With the right upgrades, the abyss becomes yours to conquer.

In Abyssus, Brinehunters are sent to scour the ocean floor to investigate a powerful electromagnetic source, a journey leading the crew to an ancient, sunken city. Explore the ruins of this forgotten civilization to discover its secrets while fighting through corrupted hordes of enemies with weapons made of ancient tech that deliver responsive feedback, making each shot feel precise and impactful.

Amid high-octane multiplayer action, the Brinehunters must utilize the vast weapon modifications and ancient artifacts to adjust their playstyle to stay alive and return to the surface. Explorers can enter the abyss solo or venture in with up to 3 friends in co-op. The rewarding progression loop will satisfy veterans of the genre while remaining accessible to newcomers, both of whom will find themselves sinking countless hours into obtaining every mod, artifact, and ability hidden throughout the fascinating and dangerous civilization.

Chains of Freedom Release Date Trailer

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Developer Nordcurrent, along with its internal publishing label, Nordcurrent Labs, has announced at the Future Games Show that Chains of Freedom—a post-apocalyptic, tactical turn-based adventure with real-time exploration and a rich narrative—will launch on April 15 for PC, Xbox X | S and PS4/PS5.

Chains of Freedom is a tactical adventure that thrusts players into a dark, dystopian world, filled with supernatural threats. As commanders of an elite military squad, players must explore the environment, equip their team with powerful weapons and gear, adapt their skills to overcome evolving challenges, and unravel a gripping story of conspiracy and betrayal.

With deep strategic turn-based combat, Chains of Freedom invites players to carefully plan each move in high-stakes battles where every decision can tip the scales. Mastering terrain, positioning, and squad customisation is key to survival. From brutal melee weapons like meat hooks and axes to devastating flamethrowers and mortars, players must equip and enhance their team to outmanoeuvre enemies.

Chains of Freedom will be released on April 15th on PC, Xbox X | S and PS4/PS5. To learn more about the game, players can visit the Steam page, EPIC or GOG and follow Nordcurrent Labs on X, Youtube, and Discord.

Universal Fan Fest Nights Unveils a Decadent Menu Inspired by its Marquee Experiences

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News

Under the astute epicurean eye of Executive Chef Julia Thrash, an innovative menu comes to life as part of Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, serving up highly themed food and beverage items designed to complement this breakthrough event when it kicks off on Friday, April 25 and continues select nights through May 18, 2025.

Tickets are now on sale for the inaugural event which takes place on the following dates: April 25-27; May 2-4, 9-11 and 15-18, 2025.

Universal Fan Fest Nights ticketholders can look forward to dining their way through the event’s captivating interactive and immersive experiences as they Really Go There, inspired by such marquee worlds as Star Trek, Back to the Future, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, ONE PIECE, Jujutsu Kaisen and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™.

The inspiration in creating the food and beverage items began with a deep dive into the storylines and characters from the in-world experiences to ensure authenticity with every bite and sip.

This year’s event also will debut the Universal Fan Fest Nights Dining Pass, inviting guests to sample a variety of food and beverage items throughout the event for a single price. The Dining Pass will be available for purchase at two kiosks located within the theme park as well as at participating theme park restaurants. Each Dining Pass includes a total of six items, consisting of two eligible entrée items and four eligible side, snack, dessert or beverage items. All eligible menu items will be designate by a Universal Fan Fest Nights Dining Pass logo on the restaurant menu boards. The Dining Pass is redeemable at participating food and beverage locations only. Additional restrictions apply.

At a glance, here’s a peek at the tempting treats by experience, inclusive of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free items, prepared to satisfy every type of appetite. Guests must be 21+ and have a valid photo ID to purchase and consumer alcoholic beverages.

STAR TREK: RED ALERT

Quark’s Cafe at Hollywood & Dine

  • Klingon Targ Legs: Charsui honey pork wings served with kimchi fried rice
  • Andorian Red Bat Sandwich: Herb marinated chicken breast on a bao bun with garlic aioli, charred red onion and arugula served with Andorian Tuber Root
  • Vulcan Fritters: Fried mushroom fritters served with hummus and dusted with a Redspice Vulcan logo
  • Bajoran Hasperat: Slow-cooked spicy pork, gochujang, pickled vegetables with sriracha mayonnaise
  • Cardassian Dog: Hot Cheeto covered Korean-style Corn Dog with Yamok sauce, made with smoked gouda, nacho cheese, gochujang and jalapenos
  • Orion Spice Funnel Cake: Matcha dusted funnel cake topped with matcha icing, whipped cream and Orion spice crumble
  • Tribble Truffle Trio: A trio of chocolate truffles topped with coconut

10 Forward Bar at Laemmle Courtyard

  • Klingon Bloodwine: A popular Klingon wine
  • Andorian Ale: Originated on the planet Andoria, this blue colored alcoholic beverage is made with gin, blue Curacao, lemonade, lemon / lime soda and garnished with blue vanilla cake frosting and pop rocks, served in a shot glass
  • Plomeek Tea: This refreshing beverage features hibiscus iced tea, fresh raspberries and garnished with mint sprig
  • Bajoran Ale: A traditional Quark cocktail served with and without alcohol. With alcohol, cocktail features tequila, mezcal, pineapple and lime juice, ginger and simple syrup, bitters and soda water, and garnished with ginger candy. The mocktail version includes non-alcoholic spirits, ginger ale and orange juice and garnished with ginger candy
  • Kanar: A popular Cardassian liquor made with aged rum, pomegranate juice, black cherry syrup, lemon juice and soda water and garnished with a black cherry fruit gummy candy
  • Orion Hurricane: Served on the USS Enterprise, this strikingly green beverage is made with coconut, pineapple and lime rum, melon liquor, lime juice, green apple syrup, soda water and edible glitter and garnished with a silver dusted dehydrated lime slice
  • Ceti Eel Margarita: Inspired by the Ceti Eel that enters the body via the ear and wraps itself around the cerebral cortex, this cocktail features vodka, lime juice, agave, pineapple juice, jalapeno syrup and bitters and garnished with electric fire dust and a gummy Ceti Eel
  • Romulan Ale: This drink features vodka, blue Curacao, lemon juice, simple syrup, lemon / lime soda and bitters and garnished with blue rock candy
  • Tea, Earl Grey, Cold and Hot: A cocktail twist on Captain Picard’s favorite available both cold and hot, features bourbon, Earl Grey tea, honey syrup and lemon juice and garnished with a dehydrated lemon slice
  • Chateau Picard: A French Bordeaux wine inspired by the Picard family vineyard, Chateau Picard

BACK TO THE FUTURE: DESTINATION HILL VALLEY

Mel’s Diner

  • Outatime Cookie: Chocolate malt cookie with crunchie pieces and chocolate pieces and garnished with edible flame colored icing
  • The Time Machine: Pastrami melt with Swiss cheese and cabbage slaw served on toasted sourdough
  • Flux Capacitor Patty Melt: All-beef patty, sweet caramelized onions, American cheese and Thousand Island dressing served on a Flux Capacitor branded sourdough
  • Doc Brown’s Chicken Pot Pie: Chicken pot pie dusted with crispy cheddar cheese flakes
  • Time Traveler’s Malt Shake: Vanilla ice cream, blue raspberry sauce and whipped cream topped with blue and silver sprinkles with a cherry on top

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: SECRETS OF WATERDEEP

The First Roll Tavern at Jurassic Cove

  • Hunter’s Mark: Marinated beef, arugula and cheese served on a ciabatta roll
  • Beholder’s Brew Fondue: Rosemary and onion tavern loaf served with creamy beer fondue
  • Traveler’s Rations: Dried fruit, hardtack, cheese and dried meats
  • Fireball: Spicey chocolate brownie with a strawberry, chili and lime filling and topped with pop rocks
  • Gelatinous Cube: Blue raspberry gummy filled with candy bones and sugar weapons
  • The Eldritch Blast: A neon green cocktail made with vodka, apple and kiwi syrup, lemon juice, lemon / lime soda, edible green glitter, edible electric dust, kiwi popping boba and a mint sprig
  • Red Dragon’s Breath: A cherry red cocktail made with tequila, dragon fruit syrup, lime juice, jalapeno, and hibiscus ginger beer served over dry ice
  • Goodberry: A brick red cocktail made with white rum, blackberry syrup, lavender syrup, lemon juice, and soda water and garnished with candy
  • Charm Person: A golden yellow cocktail made with spiced rum, elderflower liqueur, lime juice, honey and mango syrup and garnished with habanero, chili and lime and a tamarind infused straw
  • Beholder’s Blueberry Shandy: Draft beer, lemonade and blueberry syrup and garnished with blueberries
  • Beholder’s Brew: Draft beer

ONE PIECE: GRAND PIRATE GATHERING

Sanji’s Galley at Cocina Mexicana

  • Franky’s Cola Barbacoa: Shredded beef tacos topped with pickled onion, jalapeno and cilantro served with a side of tortilla chips
  • Luffy’s Meat on a Bone: Braised ribs topped with mole, sesame seeds and cilantro
  • Zoro’s Torta: Grilled shrimp with chile lime crema, cabbage slaw and avocados with a side of tortilla chips
  • Sanji’s Chicken Adobo: Marinated chicken simmered in a blend of chili and garlic served over Spanish rice, refried beans and cotija cheese brow
  • Straw Hat Crew Nachos: Tortilla chips layered with Caribbean jerk chicken, queso, pineapple salsa and cilantro
  • Pirate’s Plunder Chips and Dip: Tortilla chips served with a trio of dipping sauces
  • Chopper Cupcake: Vanilla sponge cake filled with crispy cotton candy pieces, topped with cotton candy frosting and chocolate cookie antlers
  • Devil Fruit Concha: Sweet bread roll with ginger pineapple filling
  • Namie’s Tangerine Breeze: Tasty orange beverage made with tangerine and lime juice, honey syrup and club soda, garnished with a tangerine slice and mint sprig
  • Nico Robin’s Tropical Iced Tea: Black iced tea, pineapple juice, coconut water and honey, topped with a pineapple wedge, pineapple frond and fresh raspberries
  • Thousand Sunny Donut: Donut filled with mango, chili and lime, emblazoned with an edible Thousand Sunny emblem. This treat will also be available at Voodoo Doughnut at Universal CityWalk Hollywood.

JUJUTSU KAISEN: HUNGER OF THE CURSED

Re-themed DreamWorks concession cart

  • Sukuna Cursed Crunch: Red velvet cookie with white chocolate chips
  • Ten Shadows Churro: Chocolate and cream sandwich cookie drizzled with vanilla frosting atop a powdered sugar churro drizzled with chocolate frosting
  • Yuji’s Chocolate Brownie: Vanilla and Chocolate churros coated in vanilla and chocolate icing, sprinkles and printed token
  • Nobara’s Strawberry Hammer Smash: A frozen strawberry beverage with sweet and spicy chili and lime rim and garnished with a fresh strawberry

THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER

A three-course meal served at the Three Broomsticks™

Reservations required and can be made via the free official Universal Studios Hollywood downloadable app. Guests may choose one menu item from each of the following categories:

Appetizers:

  • Hogwarts Cornish Pasty
      • Gryffindor: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with red pepper chutney
      • Slytherin: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with cilantro and mint chutney
      • Hufflepuff: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with mango chutney
      • Ravenclaw: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with blueberry chutney

Entrees:

  • Sunday Roast: Herb-crusted roast, served with roasted vegetables, potato puree, onion gravy and Yorkshire pudding
  • Curry Chicken: Served with steamed rice, charred red onion and yogurt drizzle
  • Fish and Chips: Fresh beer battered cod, served with chips, smashed peas and grilled lemon
  • Toad in the Hole: Vegan Yorkshire pudding with plant-based sausage, served with roasted vegetables, potato puree and onion gravy

Desserts:

  • The Golden Snitch: Vanilla sponge cake, chocolate mousse and orange marmalade topped with honey tuille wings.
  • The House Cup Trifle: Pineapple, kiwi, strawberries and blueberries layered with a vanilla orange sponge cake and vanilla bean pastry cream

Magic Neep Cart (Reservations not required)

  • Hogwarts Meat Pie: Puff pastry filled with braised beef, potatoes, peas, onions and carrots
  • Hogwarts House Churro
    • Gryffindor: Churro rolled in cherry sugar and topped with vanilla icing
    • Slytherin: Churro rolled in green apple sugar and topped with vanilla icing
    • Hufflepuff: Churro rolled in pineapple coconut sugar and topped with vanilla icing
    • Ravenclaw: Churro rolled in blue raspberry sugar and topped with vanilla icing

Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream counter (Reservations not required)

  • Niffler’s Bounty Ice Cream Cone: Caramel soft serve served in a chocolate waffle cone, topped with a chocolate gold coin and edible pearls
  • The Pygmy Puff Sundae: Vanilla soft serve served in a blueberry waffle cone, topped with cotton floss

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD: LET’S GO YOSHI

At Toadstool Cafe, guests can enjoy two Yoshi themed items prepared by Chef Toad.

  • Yoshi’s Smoothie (Apple Melon): Bursting with the flavors of green apple and honeydew melon with a touch of milk for creaminess and topped with whipped cream, honeydew melon syrup and a mint sprig
  • Yoshi’s Fettuccini Alfredo: Pesto alfredo sauce, grilled chicken, broccoli and mushrooms topped with Yoshi Egg bread

Select restaurants at Universal CityWalk Hollywood also will join in celebrating Universal Fan Fest Nights with a variety of specialty themed food and beverage items, available during the run of the event. These restaurants include Antojitos Cocina Mexicana, The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen, Jimmy Buffett’s® Margaritaville® and Voodoo Doughnut.

Launching exclusively at Universal Studios Hollywood, Universal Fan Fest Nights will feature all-new, uniquely curated experiences inspired by sci-fi, fantasy, gaming and anime. Guests will really go there as they tap into their inner fandom and join forces with their favorite characters while sharing their enthusiasm with like-minded fans. They will also have a chance to engage in cosplay (subject to Cosplay Costume Guidelines) while experiencing such renowned favorites as Star Trek, Back to the Future, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, ONE PIECE and Jujutsu Kaisen, as well as special interactions with Wicked characters, Elphaba and Glinda. Additionally, theme park favorites, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will offer special additions and introduce character and interactive elements during Universal Fan Fest Nights.

All in-world experiences and activations will be included every event night for guests to enjoy when they attend Universal Fan Fest Nights (subject to change).

New merchandise, including collectibles, apparel, drinkware, accessories and more, will debut in tandem with Universal Fan Fest Nights, inviting guests and fans to display their fandom during the event and beyond.

Click here to purchase tickets and for full Terms and Conditions.

Adding to the adventure, guests will be able to experience select theme park attractions open during the event, including “Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge,” “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™,” “Flight of the Hippogriff™,” “Jurassic World—The Ride,” “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem,” “Revenge of the Mummy: The Ride” and “The Simpsons Ride™”.

For more information visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com and Universal Fan Fest Nights, follow @UniFanFestNights on Instagram, visit Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and X.

Thrustmaster Takes to the Stars with the Sol-R 1 Flightstick and Sol-R 2 HOSAS Space Sim Duo

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Peripherals News

Thrustmaster is thrilled to be making its official debut in space simulation by unveiling Sol-R 1 Flightstick and Sol-R 2 HOSAS Space Sim Duo, both expressly created with space combat and exploration in mind.

Active in the market for more than 25 years now, over the decades Thrustmaster has established itself as the leading manufacturer of accessories for civil and military flight simulation. Its T.16000M joystick, however, has built a reputation as a must-have for beginner SpaceSimmers. Today, Thrustmaster is strengthening its presence in this segment with Sol-R — the range of joysticks specially designed to meet the needs of interstellar spacecraft pilots.

THE PERFECT JOYSTICK FOR CONQUERING THE STARS

Whether you’re a space dogfighting fan or love nothing more than exploring distant galaxies in your spare time, the Sol-R 1 Flightstick is the joystick for you!

With 44 assignable actions on its ambidextrous grip and base, the Sol-R 1 Flightstick allows for more efficient and intuitive management of your spacecraft.

The Sol-R 2 HOSAS Space Sim Duo is a pack of two joysticks, meeting the needs of advanced space simmers for total control of their ships.

THE MULTIFUNCTIONAL GRIP

To ensure quick and easy access to essential controls and thereby reduce reaction times, Sol-R 1 Flightstick’s grip alone includes 21 action buttons — such as 2 triggers (including 1 dual-position trigger), 2 hat switches, 1 mini-stick and 1 scroll wheel.

From power distribution for Weapon / Shield / Engine to menu navigation, all of your ship’s most important controls are right at your fingertips.

 

3 H.E.A.R.T. HALL EFFECT AXES

Sol-R 1 Flightstick incorporates a Z-axis (used by twisting the grip), which is essential for piloting spacecraft. Its X, Y and Z axes are all equipped with H.E.A.R.T. (HallEffect AccuRate Technology™) Hall effect magnetic sensors featuring 16-bit accuracy — for smooth, incredibly-precise maneuvers.

This frictionless technology greatly extends the product’s lifespan, with precision that won’t decrease over time.

THE AMBIDEXTROUS, COMFORTABLE GRIP

For optimal comfort throughout your long piloting sessions, Sol-R 1 Flightstick is ambidextrous and adapts to your right-handed or left-handed gaming profile thanks to its interchangeable ergonomic supports (thumb rest and wrist rest).

Its 4 additional stability supports that attach to the base help to keep the joystick firmly in place — if you’re the type who prefers aggressive maneuvers to tactical approaches.

AN ICONIC DESIGN

The Sol-R joysticks really stand out with their iconic grey, black and orange design, inspired by the biggest science-fiction blockbusters. The 11 RGB LED zones are customizable, allowing you to add your own personal touch to the joystick and give it a unique style.

Sol-R 1 Flightstick is a high-performance joystick that will immerse you in the cockpit of the interstellar spacecraft of your dreams.

AN ENTIRE COMPATIBLE ECOSYSTEM

Thrustmaster puts a special emphasis on the compatibility of its devices, to allow for a more complete and immersive overall experience. The Sol-R base is designed to accommodate both the Viper* and Hornet* grips, along with future Thrustmaster grips*.

You can also attach Sol-R 1 Flightstick’s removable grip to the AVA base*.

Commercial information

Sol-R 1 Flightstick will be available at a suggested retail price of £159.99 / $219.99 / €179.99, while Sol-R 2 HOSAS Space Sim Duo will retail for £299.99 / $399.99 / €329.99.

Pre-orders open: March 19, 2025

Commercial availability: April 16, 2025

Section 13 Future Games Show Spring Showcase 2025 Trailer

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Members of SCP rejoice, Kakao Games and Ocean Drive Studio have generously decided to regale players with another exclusive look into the world of twin-stick shooter Section 13, now live at the HR-approved 2025 Future Games Show. What’s more, corporate have decided to grace employees with a mandatory work retreat to PAX East this May!

Please be advised: no civilians were harmed in the making of this trailer. All members of staff signed exhaustive liability waivers and will undergo extensive training ahead of May’s 1.0 release.

All jobs come with some small discomforts, or in this case large, feral, deadly ones. While teamwork is highly encouraged, those who have shown initiative and bravery may wish to tackle the cosmic horrors of Section 13 alone. Those who wish to increase their chances of survival, however, may opt for the co-op mode and drag along up to two ‘volunteers’. SCP only hires the best of the best, and disappointing management is firmly discouraged – the consequences might just be permanent.

Players will be required to peruse the Future Games Show trailer below, preferably not at your own leisure:

About Ocean Drive Studio

Ocean Drive Studio, a subsidiary of Kakao Games, is a company dedicated to developing and servicing games that resonate with global fans who love the same genres that their developers know and are passionate about. The studio gained attention with the release of its first game, the turn-based tactical RPG Lost Eidolons, on Steam, PS5, and Xbox. Building on this success, they are working on the second game in the same genre, Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch, as well as other titles including the roguelite shooter Section 13, the physics-based sandbox survival game God Save Birmingham, and an action RPG based on the IP Sword Master Youngest Son,. Ocean Drive Studio aims to deliver unique and engaging gaming experiences to gamers around the world through these diverse game genres.

About Kakao Games

Founded in 2016, Kakao Games is a leading publisher of online and mobile games, responsible for releasing titles including Pearl Abyss’ Black Desert Online (serviced in North America and Europe until early 2021), KRAFTON’s PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (serviced in Korea), Kong Studios’ Guardian Tales (serviced in North America, Europe, Latin America and Oceania), and Nineark’s Eversoul (serviced in North America and Europe).

Double Dragon Dodgeball Revealed As Pre-Order Exclusive For Double Dragon Revive

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Arc System Works America, Inc. unveiled a new pre-order exclusive for Double Dragon Revive. When pre-ordering the game’s Digital Deluxe Edition, players will receive the bonus Double Dragon Dodgeball game for free. In the newly released trailer, classic dodgeball gameplay meets the world of Double Dragon and the series’ iconic characters. Players will experience intense, action-packed battles using dodgeballs as their weapon!

Double Dragon Dodgeball offers a variety of game modes, including a Single-Player mode with the familiar Double Dragon rescue mission for Marian, as well as a Survival Mode supporting up to four players for thrills from head-to-head matches to all-out brawls.

Beyond Double Dragon Dodgeball, the Double Dragon Revive Digital Deluxe Edition includes the base game, alternate character color variations for Billy and Jimmy, digital artwork collection, and digital soundtrack for fans eager to immerse themselves in the game’s rich atmosphere through its concept art and music.

The Double Dragon Revive Steam store page Community Hub is also sharing short stories that are not published in press releases or on the game’s official website through “Developer’s Diary Revive.” Check it out for behind-the-scenes stories from the development team and event updates.

Double Dragon Revive is set to launch on October 23, 2025 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.

For more information, please visit the Arc System Works website.

The World of Frostpunk: A Kickstarter Campaign Now Live

2025/03/21
Jerry Paxton
Book News, Geek News, News

The world of Frostpunk has always been a tale of survival, resilience, and the relentless struggle to rebuild humanity in an unforgiving world. Now, 11 bit studios invites you on a new expedition—one that expands the Frostpunk universe beyond both games, offering a glimpse into their very foundations and bearing a few chilling tales.

The World of Frostpunk Kickstarter campaign is now live, presenting an exclusive collection of two beautifully crafted books:

  • Aesthetics of Desolation – A breathtaking art book that unveils the visual foundations of Frostpunk 2, chronicling the evolution of the frozen world.
  • Tales from the Frostland – A gripping anthology featuring four harrowing stories, revealing the struggles of those who fight to endure in the icy wasteland.

Those who join within the first 48 hours will receive a Kickstarter-exclusive Displate metal poster—a striking piece of art that also complements its counterpart from another frosty venture, the Frostpunk: The Roleplaying Game Kickstarter by Catalyst Game Labs.

Backing “The World of Frostpunk Artbook & Anthology” campaign not only secures your place in New London’s legacy but also unlocks stretch goals, enriching your pledge with exclusive collector’s items and immersive additions. The earlier you step forward, the greater the rewards.

Join the campaign now on Kickstarter and claim your place in Frostpunk history!