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Transport Fever 3 Vehicle Trailer

The captivating transport sim is back, and it’s more detailed and dynamic than ever! Transport Fever 3 is Swiss studio Urban Games’ most ambitious project to date, with brand new additions to the franchise that has already captivated millions of players with its intricate graphics and addictive gameplay.

Transport Fever 3 is not just another sequel; it’s the next major leap for the genre and expectations are higher than ever. The game’s vehicle roster expands to a staggering 275+ models, marking the largest fleet in the franchise’s history, ranging from historical classics to modern high-tech giants. Helicopters and cargo trams make their debut in the game, serving both passenger and cargo transport. Combined with new features like station specialization, warehouses and improvements to elements such as highway construction, they unlock an entirely new level of planning and gameplay depth.

Watch the latest trailer here, for a first look at new vehicles and several other innovations:

Every vehicle has been meticulously recreated with realistic animations and enhanced sound design, but Urban Games hasn’t stopped there! The entire technical foundation of the Transport Fever franchise has been rebuilt. Game lighting has been drastically improved and countless detail enhancements deliver spectacular visuals for old and new players alike. All new features remain fully accessible to modders, enabling the community to expand the range of available vehicles and push the envelope of what is possible with the game in the months and years after release.

The latest trailer reveals not only a multitude of new vehicles but also several other innovations, as well as a first look at some of the iconic landmarks that can be unlocked and then built by players, expanding the game world while introducing new logistical challenges. Enhanced by the newly added dynamic rain effects, these landmarks look more impressive than ever.

Transport Fever 3 is due to pull into the station in 2026, and will be available on PC and Console. For more information, visit the official Transport Fever 3 website and social media channels: YouTube, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Victoria 3: Iberian Twilight Announcement Trailer

The revolutions of the early 19th century have severed Spain and Portugal from most of their American empires. Economic underdevelopment and political division have further weakened the former masters of half of the world. Stabilize your nations and lead them into a grand tomorrow in Victoria 3: Iberian Twilight, coming on 11 December.

Iberian Twilight is a new immersion pack for Victoria 3, Paradox Interactive’s global society simulator of the dramatic century from 1836 to 1936. With new historical content, including new in-game Journal missions and events, Iberian Twilight adds greater color and challenge to a new region.

Victoria 3: Iberian Twilight has new content related to:

  • Spain: Once the grandest empire on earth, now reeling from the loss of most of its American colonies.
    • Choose your side in the Carlist Wars – will you embrace liberal reform or rally behind the counter-revolution?
    • Rebuild relations with former American colonies or try to reasset your power overseas
    • Modernize national institutions and society, encouraging an industrial boom in Catalonia, the Basque Country, and beyond.
    • Deal with foreign powers competing to install their own candidates on the Spanish throne
    • Updates and improvements for nations in the Spanish orbit, including Cuba, the Philippines and Morocco.
  • Portugal: A once powerful state that maintains a diminished empire in Africa and Asia.
    • Deal with the fallout from the War of the Two Brothers and navigate competing visions for Portugal’s future.
    • Expand your influence and territorial holdings in Africa, linking the colonies on the east and coasts on the Pink Map.
    • Establish a mutually beneficial relationship with Brazil, fostering economic, cultural, and perhaps even political ties.
    • Content related to Asian outposts in Goa and Macao
  • Other:
    • Embrace Iberism, and strive to unite the peninsula under one banner.
    • New historical characters for the nations covered in the immersion pack
    • Art: A set of new buildable monuments and unit models, as well as a new paper map, UI skin and new event images.

Victoria 3: Iberian Twilight will be available on 11 December 2025 for the suggested retail price of $9.99/£8.50/€9.99.

The Razer Counter-Strike 2 Collection Launches

Razer™, the world’s leading lifestyle brand for gamers, has teamed up with Valve to launch the Razer | Counter-Strike 2 Collection, bringing the legendary Dragon Lore skin from in-game prestige to real-world performance across Razer’s top-ranked esports gear.

A symbol of power, and rarity, Dragon Lore is one of the most recognizable skins in Counter-Strike history. Now, it steps beyond the game, featured on the same gear trusted by top esports pros. The collection fuses Counter-Strike’s competitive legacy with Razer’s tournament-grade hardware to deliver signature style and pro-level performance.

“Dragon Lore isn’t just a skin – it’s a symbol of Counter-Strike’s legacy,” said Addie Tan, Global Head of Lifestyle Division at Razer. “Counter-Strike has defined competitive FPS for over two decades. This collection now brings the iconic design of Dragon Lore into a physical representation of the game as a tribute to the game’s history and community, and to the legends still to come. Designed on our award-winning esports gear, it’s performance gear built for legends in the making.”

Summon the Dragon Lore       

Built for competitive play and unmistakable style, the Razer | Counter-Strike 2 Collection transforms Dragon Lore into a playable legend across Razer’s lineup of high-performance esports gear.

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro – Counter-Strike 2 Edition

An evolution of the #1 headset used by esports athletes, according to ProSettings.net.

From a HyperClear Super Wideband Mic to pro-tuned CS2 audio profiles, pick up on every audio cue and eliminate all distractions with a multi-award-winning wireless PC gaming headset designed for supreme clarity, comfort, and noise isolation.

Razer Huntsman V3 Pro TKL – Counter-Strike 2 Edition

The #1 keyboard used by esports athletes in 2024, according to ProSettings.net.

Dominate every round with a high-performance gaming keyboard featuring Razer Analog Optical Switches Gen-2. Enhance in-game movement and precision with ultra-fast repeated inputs enabled by Rapid Trigger Mode and adjustable actuation from 0.1 to 4 mm.

Razer Viper V3 Pro – Counter-Strike 2 Edition

The #1 mouse used by esports athletes since December 2024, according to ProSettings.net.

Achieve faster flicks and precise headshots with a 54 g symmetrical wireless gaming mouse designed for optimal balance, featuring a true 8000 Hz wireless polling rate, Focus Pro 35K Optical Sensor Gen-2, and Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3.

Razer Gigantus V2 – Large – Counter-Strike 2 Edition

Razer Gigantus V2 – Large – Counter-Strike 2 Edition

Aim true with a soft gaming mouse mat optimized for ultra-smooth glides and pixel-precise control.

Razer Iskur V2 X – Counter-Strike 2 Edition

Razer Iskur V2 X – Counter-Strike 2 Edition

Play in comfort from the first match to the last with an ergonomic esports gaming chair designed for long-lasting support.

Whether players are clutch masters, skin collectors, or lifelong Counter-Strike fans, the Razer | Counter-Strike 2 Collection celebrates Dragon Lore’s legacy while delivering the performance pros demand.

For more information on the Razer | Counter-Strike 2 Collection, please visit: https://www.razer.com/collabs/counter-strike-2.

Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage Launch Trailer

Today, SEGA® launched Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage digitally for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, featuring support for cross-play and rollback netcode, an improved training mode, and the brand-new single player World Stage mode where players will challenge powerful rivals on a solo quest to become the ultimate fighter! The game is also currently in development for Nintendo Switch 2.

Those who order the 30th Anniversary Edition ($49.99 USD MSRP) will unlock the following:

  • Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage base game
  • Legendary Pack
  • Yakuza Series Collaboration Pack
  • Virtua Fighter 30th Anniversary Swimsuit Costume Set, Soundtrack Collection, and Ranking Titles
  • Virtua Fighter Pre-Production Artwork

A standard edition is available to digitally order for $19.99 USD MSRP. The Legendary Pack and Yakuza Series Collaboration Pack are also available for individual purchase.

In addition, for the first time since Final Showdown, the enigmatic Virtua Fighter™️ series antagonist Dural is now available as a playable character! This paid DLC can be purchased starting today for $7.99 USD MSRP.

Current owners of the Steam version of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. will automatically be upgraded to Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage at no added cost, with no impact on any purchased content. Those who own the PlayStation 4 version of Virtua Fighter 5 Ultimate Showdown™ – either through a previous purchase on PSN or as a redemption via PlayStation Plus – will be able to purchase the PlayStation 5 version of Virtua Fighter 5 R.E.V.O. World Stage at a discount for either $9.99 USD MSRP for the base version, or $39.99 USD MSRP for the 30th Anniversary Edition.

For more information about the game, visit https://www.sega.com/virtua-fighter/virtua-fighter-5-revo, and follow the official SEGA social channels on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Knott’s Berry Farm and Six Flags Magic Mountain Bring Holiday Fun for All Ages

This holiday season, Knott’s Merry Farm and Magic Mountain’s Holiday in the Park invite guests to immerse themselves in enchanting winter wonderlands. At Knott’s Merry Farm, running Nov. 21 through Jan. 4, the park will come alive with the magic of the holiday season, featuring beloved traditions such as Snoopy’s Night Before Christmas and the mesmerizing Snow and Glow experience. This year, the park is set to unveil an extraordinary new centerpiece, a dazzling Christmas Tree that stands tall and proud, adorned with over 7,000 twinkling lights, a hundred custom-made candles and a stunning array of vintage Victorian-inspired wood ornaments.

Meanwhile, select evenings Nov. 27 through Jan. 4, Magic Mountain’s Holiday in the Park will glimmer with over two million lights and stunning, larger-than-life ornaments. The season promises to be merrier and brighter than ever as the park proudly debuts a spectacular tree lighting ceremony. Each evening festivities will kick off with enchanting dancers, delightful singers and the breathtaking illumination of a colossal Christmas tree.

Knott’s Merry Farm

Tis the Season Tree Lighting. The nightly ceremony in Calico Park is a favorite celebration featuring an abundance of dancers, singers and nostalgic charm.

Christmas in Calico continues as the Snow and Glow experience will fill the buildings and paths with thousands of lights dancing to the beat of Christmas music while “snow” gently falls throughout Ghost Town. The Wilderness Dance Hall will transform into Santa’s Christmas Cabin, where the entire family can create fond memories by taking photos with Santa Claus and his friends. At The Bird Cage Theatre, Knott’s melodrama company will present a reimagined Charles Dickens classic, A Calico Christmas Carol. The theatre will also present the heartwarming Knott’s version of O. Henry’s classic tale of love and sacrifice, The Gift of the Magi, 1885.

Knott’s own vocal quartet, the Ghost Town Carolers, will transport guests back in time to a Victorian Christmas as they perform the season’s songs throughout the streets of Ghost Town. Yuletide cheer is in store with Home for the Holidays, where joyous merriment will take over the Calico Mine Stage with dancing and fun set to popular holiday tunes.

Over at the Walter Knott Theater, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang will once again take to the ice in Snoopy’s Night Before Christmas. This guest favorite returns with the Knott’s Ice-Skating Ensemble and Snoopy retelling the classic poem “A Visit from St. Nicholas” that has been re-imagined Peanuts style.

At the Fiesta Plaza Stage, guests can enjoy Latin Caribbean and New York salsa as well as current American top 40 songs, with bands Adelaide Pilar and Junio. Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village is set to return with dozens of local artisans selling their unique gifts, including chainsaw wood carvings and elegant glass blowing.

It’s not a holiday celebration without festive food. Throughout the park, guests can indulge in traditional holiday classics with a twist, including chicken tamale fries, a turkey corn dog with a stuffing seasoned batter and a gingerbread cheesecake dip with Nilla wafers. At Mrs. Knott’s Chicken Dinner Restaurant, new specialty holiday offerings are back on the menu and bigger than ever with items meant to be shared such as a turkey club jumbowich.

Turn your Merry Farm experience into a holly jolly hotel getaway with an overnight stay at The Knott’s HotelThe Knott’s Merry Farm Holiday Package will include hotel accommodations, Knott’s Merry Farm admission for one day for each registered guest and hotel parking. For hotel reservations, please visit knotts.com.

For more information about Knott’s Merry Farm, please visit knotts.com or download the Knott’s Berry Farm app for your smartphone. Join the festive conversation using the hashtag #MerryFarm on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

Magic Mountain’s Holiday in the Park

From coasters to cocoa, Holiday in the Park is a holiday spectacular for all to enjoy! Each evening the festivities will kick off with an all-new Tree Lighting Ceremony, where dancers and singers will come together in the DC Universe Area to light a majestic Christmas tree, creating a memorable start to the celebrations. Also new this year is Oh Santa! A Holiday Spectacular starring the Snow Belles and the Holly Jollies, hosted by Jack Frost and his sidekick, Snickerdoodle. This fun-filled show combines song, dance and comedic antics while promoting messages of giving, peace, love and hope.

The season’s entertainment will shine bright with returning favorite Reindeer Dash, which showcases Santa’s reindeer in a thrilling slider show complete with music and laughter. Another holiday highlight includes HollyRock!, that will feature a rockabilly holiday extravaganza set in the 1950s within the Gleampunk District, blending the Industrial Revolution’s charm with festive illumination. In Holiday Square, guests will marvel at a kaleidoscope of colors from hundreds of thousands of lights amid gently falling snowflakes. Wishing Ridge will captivate with a whimsical light show, while Peppermint Path will treat guests to live country holiday music from trio Drivin’ Mama Crazy under candy cane lights and Jingle Bell Way is sure to delight visitors with 30-foot-tall ornaments and a choreographed dancing light show.

Across the park, including Holiday Village, there will be a myriad of family-friendly activities such as visits with Santa, crafts with Mrs. Claus, holiday photo opportunities, wish list stations, rides on the North Pole Express, fire pits and s’mores, music and more. To add to the merriment, guests will be able to take home Holiday in the Park gifts and souvenirs, including novelty apparel, ornaments and soft plush toys.

For those interested in the tastier side of the season, the Holiday in the Park menu will include a wide variety of specialty holiday-inspired main courses including pozole, holiday burger with turkey bacon and cranberry aioli, bourbon brown sugar-glazed ribs and many more tasty eats. Of course, guests will need to save room for festive sweets and treats including s’mores funnel cake, banana pudding and slices of pumpkin pie. Guests can also cozy up with loved ones and roast marshmallows over an open fire pit at one of several locations around the park.

For more information on Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Magic Mountain, visit sixflags.com/magicmountain/events.

Season Passes

Give the gift that keeps on giving all year with a 2026 Season Pass. Buy a 2026 Gold Season Pass and receive unlimited visits through 2025, including Knott’s Merry Farm and Holiday in the Park, plus all of 2026, as well as discounts on select food and merchandise, exclusive bring-a-friend ticket offers and access to exciting seasonal events. For now until Monday, Nov. 3, buy a 2026 Gold Season Pass and receive access to all 40+ parks.

Please visit park websites for specific details. For hours, more information or to purchase a 2026 Gold or Prestige Pass, visit knotts.com or sixflags.com/magicmountain.

Achilles: Survivor Launches on Nintendo Switch

Dark Point Games is thrilled to announce that Achilles: Survivor, where brave Achilles and an expansive cast of heroes battle through legendary bullet-heaven battles in Ancient Greece, is now available on Nintendo Switch. Having previously launched on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox earlier this year, Dark Point Games finally presents their mythologically-fueled action roguelite to Switch players around the world.

Achilles: Survivor places players in the sandals of the eponymous hero or in those of one of several other survivors as they battle Hades and his armies of the underworld. Erect powerful structures to turn the tide of battle in your favor and aid you in attacking foes as you defend against swarms of Hades’ undead forces.

Achilles and his unlikely allies must rise to defeat mighty Hades and his legions as they wage war across Troy and other battlefields to avoid damnation. Using a variety of weapons, abilities, spells, and offensive and defensive structures, these heroes must grow their power as they face the battle between life and death lest they be cast into Tartarus for an eternity of suffering.

Dream Dock Partners with Digital Vortex Entertainment to Publish DREADMOOR

Publisher Digital Vortex Entertainment and game developer Dream Dock today announce their publishing partnership for DREADMOOR, a horror-fishing adventure set in a post-apocalyptic world. Both teams are committed to delivering this high-quality, distinctive IP to a global audience.

DREADMOOR quickly made a splash among fans of dark, atmospheric adventures: just 10 days after its announcement in April 2025, the game amassed over 40,000 wishlists, and already ranks in the top 600 most-wishlisted games on Steam with minimal marketing thus far. This strong interest has set a positive trajectory for the title, with a clear roadmap aiming for its full release in Q4 2026.

DREADMOOR is a dark first-person horror fishing adventure game. Anglers explore both land and sea, fishing for a wide variety of aquatic creatures lurking in the depths, and fighting their way through a flooded wasteland filled with danger and mystery. The game draws inspiration from titles like DREDGE, Metro Exodus, and Resident Evil. It features cinematic storytelling, psychological tension, crafting, and addictive fishing mechanics.

“We’re building an IP that goes far beyond fishing in the apocalypse,” said Rostislav Fedorov, CEO at Dream Dock Studio. “Partnering with Digital Vortex Entertainment allows us to scale production, refine the vision, and bring DREADMOOR’s madness to a global audience.”

“At Digital Vortex Entertainment, we were captivated by Dream Dock’s clear vision for the game and their approach to creating a haunting fusion inspired by Lovecraftian horror and post-nuclear survival. It’s a unique and powerful project, and we’re excited to help bring their dark and beautiful world to a wide audience”, said Alex Izotov, CEO of Digital Vortex Entertainment.

Follow updates and share your feedback by joining the official Discord server, following the game on X/Twitter, and adding it to your Steam Wishlist.

Cronos: The New Dawn Welcomes The Halloween Special Pumpkin-Head

Halloween hits different when you’re dripped out in a killer seasonal skin. Bloober Team’s latest survival horror, Cronos: The New Dawn, has officially activated Protocol: Trick or Treat. The brand-new Pumpkin Head Skin is available across all platforms starting Oct. 30 — just update your game to unlock it. Enter the world of Cronos on the spookiest night of the year with the latest free demo, or enjoy the full version of the game, now available with a 15% discount.

Pumpkin on. Monster off. It’s survival season!

You’ve been granted access to The New Dawn, protocol Pumpkin activated, extraction in progress – suit up and take a leap through the rift to the unknown.

Bloober Team celebrates their 17th anniversary this spooky season in an exceptional manner – with a new spooky in-game Traveler skin. The new Pumpkin-Head addition lights up in different colors tailored to the platform you’re playing on, and to grab it, all you have to do is update the game.

Yet to enter Cronos? The free demo awaits…

Resident Evil Requiem Kicks Off Bone-Chilling Pre-Order Bonuses

“Road to Requiem” showcases announcements including the first-ever Capcom game available on Epic Games Store, plus Fortnite collab, Nintendo Switch 2 news, and more!

Prepare yourself for the horrors ahead as Resident Evil™ Requiem wraps up spooky season with a bang with pre-orders now available across all platforms, including PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™ 2, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and now for the first time ever on Epic Games Store, with official release taking place on February 27, 2026. All pre-orders will come with Grace’s gritty costume “Apocalypse” as a pre-order bonus. Not only that, “Road to Requiem” showcased a frightful amount of new Resident Evil™ announcements that are sure to make you scream.Hosted by the legendary Maggie Robertson, voice actress of the iconic Lady Dimitrescu in Resident Evil™ Village“Road to Requiem” provided an in-depth look back at the Resident Evil franchise, diving into the unforgettable characters, terrors, and chilling details that have all led up to this latest installment, beginning with the 1998 Raccoon City Incident.

Additional announcements made within “Road to Requiem” include:

  • Two Epic Editions – Resident Evil Requiem will be available in both Standard and Deluxe editions, with the Deluxe edition featuring the same base game as the Standard edition, plus an exclusive pack of five costumes, four weapon skins, two screen filters, two weapon charms, and more!
  • Flaunt Your Fandom in Fortnite! – In celebration of Capcom’s introduction into the Epic Games Store, players who purchase Resident Evil Requiem via Epic Games Store will receive special Resident Evil-themed collaboration items in Fortnite like the Grace outfit! Fortnite collaboration items will be distributed after the release of Resident Evil Requiem and we’ll have more details to share soon.
  • Play Like a Pro! – The special edition Resident Evil Requiem Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller featuring designs from the game and styled in gunmetal-inspired black will be available from Nintendo on launch day.
  • First-Ever Resident Evil Amiibo – Grace from Resident Evil Requiem will become the first-ever Resident Evil amiibo, available starting in Summer 2026.
  • Get Your Popcorn Ready! – A jaw-dropping “Resident Evil Showcase” will premiere early next year with an even deeper look at Resident Evil Requiem. Get your popcorn ready!

Additionally, experience Resident Evil Requiem like never before with the Premium Steelbook Edition featuring the full game, Deluxe Edition contents, and a limited-edition lenticular card exclusive to this release. Available while supplies last.

And don’t forget…Resident Evil™ biohazard Gold Edition and Resident Evil™ Village Gold Edition will also release on Nintendo Switch 2 the same day that Resident Evil Requiem drops, featuring post-story scenarios and extra game modes. Resident Evil Village Gold Edition will also feature the beloved third-person perspective option. Grab the full bundle with the Resident Evil Generation Pack, exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2, featuring Resident Evil 7 Biohazard Gold EditionResident Evil Village Gold Edition, and the all-new Resident Evil Requiem.

Stay tuned for even more pulse-pounding Resident Evil Requiem announcements in the months ahead!

NBA THE RUN Announced

We’re taking it back to the streets! Play by Play Studios, together with the National Basketball Association (NBA) and National Basketball Players Association (NBPA), unveiled NBA THE RUN, a fast-paced, 3v3 street basketball game that’s played above-the-rim and packed full of NBA stars, posterizing moments, ankle-breaking tricks and a unique, signature style. NBA THE RUN will be coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam on PC, with Cross Play enabled, in 2026.

Play Solo or Squads – the choice is yours. In either mode, you’ll face off against the best of the best in Knockout Tournaments on legendary streetball courts, stacking up the W’s to become the GOAT of THE RUN. Gameplay is fast, fluid and perfectly responsive thanks to the game’s true rollback netcode system, ensuring smooth online play that makes every trick, signature block and high flying alley-oop all the more satisfying. Announcing all the action will be Bobbito Garcia — legendary DJ, author, and iconic video game voice adding his endless energy, enthusiasm and original sazón to every call.

“As fans of pretty much every basketball video game ever made, we have very big shoes to fill – and we don’t take that lightly. Our partnership with the NBA & NBPA takes us to a whole new level and we’re beyond excited about the collaboration and the potential of NBA THE RUN.“ Said Scott Probst, Founder & CEO of Play by Play Studios. “We’re a small team, but we’re scrappy, focused and relentless about creating an all new smash hit. This game is for every hoops fan across the globe.”

In NBA THE RUN, you’ll play as some of your favorite current NBA stars along with fictional streetball legends, going to legendary streetball courts spanning the globe including Venice Beach, and The Tenement in Taguig, Philippines. Every last detail is handcrafted – the players, the courts and every single hand-keyed animation come together to deliver a truly curated experience that puts NBA THE RUN in a lane of its own.

“We’re always looking for new ways to bring fans closer to the game,” said Adrienne O’Keeffe, Senior Vice President, Global Partnerships & Media, NBA. “NBA THE RUN provides fans with new ways to express their passion for basketball and we’re looking forward to working with the team at Play by Play to bring it to market.”

“NBA THE RUN captures the spirit of the video game classics that inspired generations of fans to fall in love with basketball,” said Nikki Pozzi, Vice President of Licensing at THNK450, the licensing, partnership and innovation arm of the NBPA. “We are excited to be giving fans yet another way to deepen their connection with our players and the sport through gaming.”

NBA THE RUN, will be available in 2026 for the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam on PC. For more information on NBA THE RUN, including how to sign up for playtesting, please visit the game’s official web site at nbatherun.com. Follow the team for updates on X, Instagram, TikTok and join the game’s community on Discord.