Author - Jerry Paxton

DISNEY+ Launches Always-on Perks Program With Exclusive Offers Designed for Subscribers

2025/05/29

Disney+ announced today the launch of its new, always-on Perks program, offering fans rewards ranging from access to one-of-a-kind experiences and limited-time sweepstakes to everyday savings and special discounts. The program launches today in the U.S., expanding the streamer’s current offerings into an always-on program, with additional international rollouts to follow later this year.

At launch, Disney+ and bundle subscribers will have access to:

A chance to win tickets to the Freakier Friday World Premiere and be among the first to see the all-new sequel before it arrives in theaters August 8*
A chance to win a 4-night cruise on the Disney Destiny, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, sailing from Ft. Lauderdale beginning November 2025*
A 6-month free DashPass membership** from DoorDash
20% off on adidas.com and in the adidas app
15% off purchases at Funko.com and Loungefly.com
A 3-month free trial of CLEAR+
A 2-month Super Duolingo free trial
Free in-game emoji from Disney Emoji Blitz
Early access to the closed release of Disney Pinnacle by Dapper Labs, a monthly Mystery Capsule + until June 26th to claim a $10 Dapper Credit
Special summer savings at Walt Disney World® Resort! Stay 2 nights or longer at select Disney Resorts Collection hotels and get rates starting from $99 per night at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort
Free MONOPOLY GO! and Star Wars™ TIE fighter in-game TOKEN

**New to DashPass only. Terms apply.

UNLOCK HULU PERKS THIS SUMMER

Beginning June 2, Hulu will debut its first-ever suite of offerings, complementing the Disney+ Perks program and unlocking even more benefits for Hulu and bundle subscribers. Throughout the summer, new Hulu Perks will drop weekly including:

Chances to win tickets to Lollapalooza, Jimmy Kimmel Live! and passes to Comic-Con® in San Diego*
Sweepstakes to win items from and inspired by Hulu favorites like The Handmaid’s Tale, A Complete Unknown, and Only Murders in the Building*
Exclusive perks from partners like Microsoft, Pure Green, and LG Electronics

“Our fans are some of the most passionate in the world, and Perks are our way of thanking them for subscribing to Disney+,” said Samantha Rosenberg, Executive Vice President, Marketing, Disney+. “Whether it’s access to in-demand experiences that only Disney can offer or everyday savings and special discounts from top brands, we’re building two complimentary programs that are all about celebrating our viewers.”

More than a year ago, Disney+ pioneered the first subscriber Perks program in streaming, and now, joined by Hulu, both platforms are setting a new standard for how streamers reward their audiences, adding ongoing value and delight to the Disney streaming experience.

And this is just the beginning. New Perks will drop regularly, giving fans more reasons to check in, discover something new, and engage with the stories they love. Visit disneyplus.com/perks for additional information and stay tuned to @hulu on social.

Vampire Hunter D Premieres This Friday on Both HIDIVE and Shudder

2025/05/29

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

This Friday, the Japanese cult classic film VAMPIRE HUNTER D will premiere simultaneously on AMC Networks’ HIDIVE and Shudder streaming platforms. The dual debut on May 30 follows on the heels of the movie’s highly successful 40th anniversary re-release co-presented by both streamers in more than 600 theaters across the U.S. and Canada on April 9, 10 & 13.

Directed by Toyoo Ashida and originally released in 1985, VAMPIRE HUNTER D is an OVA (“original video animation”) adaptation based on the best-selling novel series of the same name by Hideyuki Kikuchi. The movie offered audiences a mix of samurai action and gothic horror and garnered accolades from fans and critics alike. Today, Vampire Hunter D is considered both a seminal work of anime filmmaking and a genre-defining work of horror.

HIDIVE and Shudder will stream the digitally remastered version of the original Vampire Hunter D OVA that was produced by Sentai Filmworks in 2015, which will be available on demand in both Japanese with English subtitles and English dub starting on Friday, May 30 at 7:00 GMT in the U.S., Canada, U.K., Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.

Official Synopsis
In the year 12,090 A.D. technology and the supernatural have overtaken the world, leaving the land desolate and despotic. The remnants of humanity are scattered into small communities and live in fear of vampires who compose the ruling Nobility. When Count Magnus Lee tastes the blood of Doris Lang, she is forcibly chosen to be his next wife. In an effort to escape her ill-gotten fate she hires a mysterious vampire hunter known only as D, who comes from a peculiar lineage.

Nice Day For Fishing Launch Trailer

2025/05/29

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos

Team17 Digital and FusionPlay today launch Viva La Dirt League’s quirky and hilarious RPG fishing adventure, Nice Day for Fishing today on Steam, PlayStation®5 and Nintendo Switch™. Explore the town of Honeywood, from their hit YouTube series, Epic NPC Man and discover what lies far beneath its lakes and oceans! Defeat bosses, muggers, and an absolute carp-load of fish!

Set in a universe that fans of Viva La Dirt League will instantly recognise, Nice Day for Fishing captures the charm and humour of the Epic NPC Man series, complete with familiar faces, classic tropes, and tongue-in-cheek storytelling.

Dive beneath the surface of lakes, oceans and an eerie underwater cave to battle aquatic creatures, level up, and gear up for even greater challenges. Your fishing rod is your weapon, your hat is your armour, and your jewellery gives you the extra boost you need to survive the depths. Unlock and upgrade powerful magic spells to turn the tide in epic boss fights—and when things get rough, a well-timed potion might just save your skin.

Your journey centers around Honeywood, a charming NPC village with plenty of personality. Help its quirky residents, take on quests, and upgrade your equipment or shops with the help of local tradesfolk. Whether you’re buying a new fishing rod, selling your catch, or chatting with familiar faces, Honeywood is your adventurer’s haven.

The adventure spans the surface and the shadowy world below. As you acquire better gear, you’ll unlock access to deeper regions, navigating pitch-black caverns, a boiling underwater volcano, a shimmering crystal cave, and the vast expanse of the open ocean. What looks like a simple lake at first reveals more depth as you improve your equipment, including the ability to freely navigate underwater, giving you full control of your hook to explore every corner and uncover hidden secrets.

It’s a Nice Day for Fishing, ain’t it?

Key Features:

· Explore the enchanting lands of Azerim – Journey from Honeywood Forest to the Azerim coast, where you’ll be tasked with quests fit for an Adventurer, meet characters straight from the Epic NPC Man series, and find new fish to catch.

· Epic RPG fishing battles – Engage in fearless fishing battles to increase your strength and unlock spells to use against your aquatic adversaries.

· Engage in the Ultimate Hero Experience – His rod is his weapon; his boat is his steed, and his hat is his armour. Every Adventurer deserves powerful tools for their quest! Rebuild Honeywood from materials dredged up from the seas and unlock merchants to upgrade your gear.

· Complete your fishing collection – Prove yourself worthy to the mighty fishing God by offering completed collections from each region at his statue and receive your blessings of powerful spells.

Nice Day for Fishing is available for $19.99/£19.99/€19.99 across all available platforms. For all your Viva La Dirt League goodness, you can pick up the Legendary DLC separately for US$4.99/£4.99/€4.99, or even reel in the Epic Edition which includes the Legendary DLC on PC and consoles. Fans can also pick up the standalone soundtrack on Steam for US$4.99/£4.99/€4.99.

Do you have what it takes to reach the deepest depths and fight the evil beneath Honeywood?

Razer Brings AI Game Dev Tools to Amazon Web Services

2025/05/29

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Industry News, News

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the upcoming launch of its innovative AI Game Developer Tools on Amazon Web Services (AWS). This milestone marks a significant leap forward for the company, bringing its powerful development solutions to the cloud to enhance scalability, accessibility, and innovation for millions of game creators worldwide.

With 3.32 billion gamers globally and a market projected to reach $424 billion within the next decade, the gaming industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace. Mobile and cloud gaming are lowering barriers to entry, while AI is transforming virtual worlds into more immersive, intelligent experiences.

Razer’s AI Game Developer Tools are purpose-built to meet the demands of this dynamic landscape, offering seamless AI integration tailored specifically for game developers and gamers alike. The new tools—Razer Game Assistant, and Razer QA Companion—are part of WYVRN, Razer’s next-generation AI-powered gaming ecosystem designed to accelerate and revolutionize game development.

Empowering Game Developers with AI-Driven Intelligent Automation

Originally introduced as Project AVA at CES 2025, Razer Game Assistant leverages advanced AI to provide real-time expert advice, personalized guidance, post-game analysis, and hardware performance insights. With the ability to be trained on genre- and game-specific data and integrated directly into gameplay, it enhances the player experience and ushers in a new era of interactive, AI-enhanced gaming.

Razer Brings AI Game Dev Tools to Amazon Web Services 4 — *Example of a Razer Game Assistant Match Report*

Razer QA Companion is an AI-powered quality assurance (QA) tool that transforms game testing. Acting as an intelligent assistant, it automatically detects and logs bugs, crashes, and performance issues, freeing human testers to focus on gameplay. Its seamless integration with QA teams will boost bug detection efficiency, shorten development cycles, and improve overall game quality. Available as a plugin for Unreal, Unity, and custom engines using C++, QA Companion fits directly into existing workflows. Pre-built templates tailored to various game genres reduce the need for manual scripting, enabling faster QA setup.

Razer Brings AI Game Dev Tools to Amazon Web Services 5 — *Example of a Razer QA Companion Bug Report*

To further enhance QA Companion’s capabilities, Razer has partnered with global gaming services provider Side to co-develop advanced tools for automated QA testing, leveraging Side’s expertise in quality assurance services offered worldwide. The collaboration aims to explore new methods of QA automation, driving greater efficiency and reducing time-to-market for developers and end users alike.

Scaling Innovation with AWS

Following a successful debut at the 2025 Game Developers Conference, Razer’s AI Game Developer Tools are now in beta testing with both AAA and indie game studios. As part of its vision to drive the future of AI Gaming, Razer is expanding access to these tools by leveraging AWS’s secure-by-design infrastructure—enabling global scalability and empowering developers to streamline workflows, boost productivity, and accelerate development cycles.

Built on Amazon Bedrock, a fully managed Generative Artificial Intelligence (Gen AI) service from AWS, both tools—Razer Game Assistant and Razer QA Companion—are designed to integrate Razer’s choice of foundation models in a secure, efficient, and cost-effective way that leverages the scaling power of the cloud to meet the complex demands of modern game development. As a cloud-native solution, QA Companion will help accelerate testing cycles, improve bug detection, and enable faster game releases, empowering developers to deliver higher-quality games in less time.

“With the launch of Razer AI Game Developer Tools, we are excited to deepen our collaboration with AWS,” said Quyen Quach, VP of Software at Razer. “For two decades, Razer has led gaming innovation—and now, we are pioneering the future with AI. By combining our rapid prototyping capabilities with AWS’s cloud scalability, we are enabling the next generation of gaming creation and development. These tools will offer developers a powerful, cost-effective way to scale, reduce time-to-market, and elevate player experiences.”

“The gaming industry has pushed the boundaries of emerging technologies, reshaping how games are built and played,” said Gunish Chawla, Managing Director, Commercial Sector, ASEAN, Amazon Web Services. “Our collaboration with Razer showcases how building AI tools for gameplay coaching and QA testing on the cloud can help studios innovate faster, while maintaining quality, ultimately benefiting developers and players globally.”

Available Soon Globally on AWS Marketplace

Razer’s Game Assistant and QA Companion will soon be available on AWS Marketplace, which will allow developers quicker access to deploy Gen AI-powered tools that transform their game development. Through AWS Marketplace’s streamlined procurement process, studios can easily integrate these solutions into their development pipeline, accelerating innovation and time to market.

Find out more at https://www.wyvrn.com/razer-ai-gaming-tools/qa-companion.

Aquapark Tycoon Demo Now Available on Steam

2025/05/28

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Just in time for the start of outdoor pool season, developer studio Boxelware is opening the gates to Aquapark Tycoon, at least for a sneak peek! From now on, players can dive into the refreshing fun and try out the new tycoon game from the indie developer – known for its successful debut title Avorion – through an extensive demo.

Get the Aquapark Tycoon demo now – click here!

The demo of Aquapark Tycoon offers plenty of fun for all fans of the genre! Players can prove their skills as aquapark managers and design a water park entirely to their own vision: from pools for young and old to spectacular slides and a wellness area featuring a wide range of saunas.

Key features of the Aquapark Tycoon demo version:

2 modes: Demo scenario and Free Play mode
4 pools to build and customize
5 unique slides, including a slide editor
3 saunas to design your personal wellness oasis
2 themed worlds: Pirates and Ancient Times
Included management features: staff, ticket prices, insights into visitor thoughts and needs

Boxelware released the demo version as part of the Cozy & Family Friendly Games Celebration 2025, running from May 29 to June 1. The demo will remain playable after the event.

The full version of the game will include additional features such as indoor area design, dynamic day and season cycles, expanded management tools, new theme worlds, and a wider variety of slides, saunas, and pools.

World War Z VR Announced with Trailer

2025/05/28

Jerry Paxton

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

The swarm is back for more! Today Saber Interactive revealed World War Z VR, a totally-new, first-person, single-player experience based on the blockbuster Paramount Pictures film and Saber’s best-selling game franchise, enjoyed by over 25 million players around the world. Launching August 12, 2025, on Meta Quest and SteamVR, World War Z VR faithfully reimagines the intense action of the original World War Z game to create the most immersive VR zombie experience ever. Take on hordes of up to 200 zombies on screen at a time, an astounding technical feat for VR which will put your skills to the ultimate test!

World War Z VR is available to pre-order today on the Meta Store and Steam for $19.99. All pre-orders come with the Golden Skin Pack, featuring four exclusive gold weapon skins.

Developed and published by Saber, World War Z VR is designed from the ground up to capture the series’ legendary scale and action for long-time fans and VR enthusiasts alike. Every gameplay mechanic of the original World War Z has been fully reimagined for VR to deliver a gripping sense of realism and excitement with each moment.

Take on hordes of undead across vast environments in three unique locations – New York, Tokyo and Marseille. Customize your challenge to suit your playstyle with a variety of characters, weapons, perks and difficulty settings to choose from.

Key Features

Battle Hordes of Zombies in VR: Endure overwhelming swarms of up to 200 zombies on screen at a time in the ultimate VR zombie experience!
Explore Immersive Environments: Navigate massive levels with total immersion across three real-world locations overrun by the undead – New York, Tokyo and Marseille.
7 Playable Characters: Select your operative and dive into each mission with your pre-selected AI squad. Equip a wide variety of weapons and perks to give yourself the edge over the most gruesome firefights.
Survive Epic Challenges: Zombies will adapt to their surroundings and your playstyle to hunt you down, while special infected enemies raise the stakes even higher. Choose from three difficulty modes and overcome all odds to live to fight another day!

Pre-order World War Z VR for Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, or SteamVR today to secure four exclusive weapon skins when the game debuts on August 12. Steam users can also pre-order a special bundle that includes both the new World War Z VR and the original World War Z featuring a 20% discount.

Twilight Wars Official Launch Trailer

2025/05/28

Jerry Paxton

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

It’s time to assemble your team and show capitalism who is boss. Twilight Wars, the debut title from Comrade Bear Games, launches today on Steam. Recruit your team of wildly different characters, plan your strategy, and pull off dangerous missions by the skin of your teeth in this tactical cyberpunk dungeon crawler.

Twilight Wars will task players with recruiting a wide range of characters to the Anonymous Arbitration Agency (AAA), each with their own opinions, personality, and objective, in order to destroy the corporations that have replaced governments. These personalities will dictate how well team members work together and force players to make some tough choices, resulting in a variety of different endings.

Not everything in Twilight Wars is just dangerous missions. Players will be able to customize their secret underground base with different rooms and modules allowing their agents to heal, train, and even return from the dead. The base of AAA is the heart of the organization and developing their home away from home will help agents succeed in their increasingly dangerous missions.

With a wide variety of mission types, including hostage rescues and multi-squad operations, players must adapt and assemble the right mix of agents and skills to succeed. Only through smart team-building and synergizing abilities can you hope to defeat the forces of unchecked corporate power.

Scaravan 66 Trailer Early Access Announcement

2025/05/28

Jerry Paxton

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

Lithic Entertainment is thrilled to announce that their high-speed car combat roguelike, Scaravan 66, will launch in Steam Early Access on July 16th! Be among the first to hit the gas, fight off devilish fiends, and help shape the game’s future alongside a passionate community of fellow drivers.

In the world of Scaravan 66, the road is treacherous, and the Devil herself is always watching. Play as Lucky, a greaser doomed to roam the asphalt of these haunted highways for eternity, unless you can break the cycle and make it to the end of the road. With each escape attempt, you’ll unlock rad new vehicles, powerful weapons, and electrifying abilities giving you that extra bit of horsepower to keep your ride locked and loaded for the next trip. But it’s not just about surviving— meet interesting folks during your travels to learn more about yourself and discover the found family you never had.

Scaravan 66 starts its engine on July 16th in Steam Early Access! Don’t miss the chance to put the pedal to the metal and help shape the future of the game by wishlisting Scaravan 66 today!

Dark Harbor Opens Its Gates For A Special Friday the 13th Event

2025/05/28

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News

Last fall, SoCal fan favorite Halloween event The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor returned after a four-year hiatus with new production partner Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group. This year, horror enthusiasts won’t have to wait to get their Halloween fix. It may only be June, but Dark Harbor is back once again with the ultimate Friday the 13th scare.

For one night only, descend into the Feast maze in complete darkness, each group armed with nothing but a single glow stick. Navigate the twisted kitchens and galley halls where The Butcher waits patiently for fresh meat. The maze ends with a brand new sick and surreal finale sequence, where guests witness the aftermath of his most horrifying banquet yet.

“We are thrilled to have the opportunity to bring Dark Harbor to the public beyond the Halloween season for the first time in the event’s history,” Thirteenth Floor’s Director of Special Projects, Brett Bertolino, states, “We look forward to bringing the scares and taking the intensity up a notch with the blackout version of Feast!”

In addition to the Feast maze, guests can sip sinister cocktails, grab eerie eats, and explore the Spirits of Dark Harbor and the ship’s historic Engine Room. Combo ticket holders will also have the opportunity to experience The Summoning of Samuel, a séance where the legend of B340 is resurrected in an interactive, actor-driven ritual. No other Dark Harbor attractions or experiences will be available during this special event. The electronic press kit can be viewed HERE.

This event is open to the public only on Friday, June 13th, 2025. Tickets are available now, beginning at $19.99 + fees, and are expected to sell out quickly. Tickets can be purchased online at www.darkharborhalloween.com/friday13/. For more information and season updates, sign up at www.darkharborhalloween.com and follow Dark Harbor on Facebook and Instagram. The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor is located at The Queen Mary – 1126 Queens Hwy., Long Beach, CA 90802. On site parking is limited. Attendees are strongly encouraged to use rideshare or carpool.

ICBM: Escalation – Endless October DLC Out Now

2025/05/28

Jerry Paxton

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

ICBM: Escalation is welcoming its first DLC. Endless October plunges players into an alternate world where the Soviet Union never fell

What if the Cold War never ended, and the Soviet Union never fell? Endless October explores this “what if” scenario across 11 missions, beginning in 1950 and extending into the near future — the year 2047.

In this DLC, the Soviet Union emerges from World War II strong, cunning, and ruthless, determined to reshape the world through diplomacy, domination, or nuclear fire. Players will be tasked with raising the Red Banner over every continent, forging alliances, and thriving amidst war and conflict.

The expansion also introduces new Soviet and Russian-style player portraits, and marks the debut of cosmetic loadouts. Depending on the nation they’re playing, players will see appropriate counterparts on the battlefield — their Leopard 1s might appear as T-62s, their F-22s as Su-57s, and so on. Units are automatically represented using faction-specific models to better reflect the historical and stylistic context. Whether simulating Soviet dominance or leading a modernized Russia, players’ forces will look the part.

What’s new

A fully fleshed-out alternate history single-player campaign, featuring 11 missions spanning from 1950 to 2047
New cosmetic loadouts, including iconic Soviet units like T-62 tanks and
Su-57 fighter jets
New leader portraits inspired by Soviet and modern Russian aesthetics