Author - Jerry Paxton

ZHIYUN Unveils CRANE 4E Stabilizer

ZHIYUN, the trailblazer in image stabilization equipment, has launched the CRANE 4E Stabilizer. The CRANE 4E redefines camera videography with its enhanced stabilization and powerful performance, providing a video production solution for filmmakers, videographers, and content creators seeking a lightweight, versatile, and user-friendly stabilizer.

The CRANE 4E delivers professional performance on par with the CRANE 4, all while being lighter. Offering remarkable value, the CRANE 4E allows creators to effortlessly unlock their video production potential.

Master of Lightweight Stability

Users can discover effortless filmmaking with the ergonomically designed stabilizer. The CRANE 4E has improved weight distribution, reducing wrist strain by 25%, lightening the load by 20% in Sling mode, and making dual hand use 15% easier. Elevate the filming experience with unparalleled ease and precision.

Sling Grip and Adjustable Wrist Rest

The Sling Mode allows for adjustment of the grip’s length and direction, facilitating changes in shooting angles and offering a dual-handle mode for varied filming experiences. Additionally, the wrist rest design helps reduce wrist fatigue and supports angle adjustment.

Capable of Carrying Mainstream Camera

Engineered with extended, robust axis arms and high-torque motors, the CRANE 4E can support mainstream full-frame and cinema cameras like the Canon C70 with the RF 24-70mm f/2.8 L IS USM lens and the BMPCC 6K PRO with the EF 85mm f/1.2L II USM lens with ease, facilitating stable shooting in various scenario.

Native Vertical Mount

The CRANE 4E includes a built-in horizontal and vertical lock system, enabling easy side-mounting for vertical shooting. This design allows for smooth transitions and accurate capturing of moments.

Zoom/ Focus Motor

The CRANE 4E supports the installation of two servo zoom and focus motors simultaneously, providing precision in focusing and zooming. When used with the Trans Mount image transmission series accessories, it allows for adjustments in focus and zoom functions, contributing to an efficient creative process.

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Recommended pricing (MSRP)

CRANE 4E $499

Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers November update

What’s better than getting into crippling debt at a dodgy blackjack table? Snazzy cardbacks! Everyone’s favourite questionable card game is back in fashion with today’s brand-new update. Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers will be treating loyal locals to new cardbacks, event artwork, tarot cards designed by Yogscast’s own Boba, as well as a host of balance changes and bug fixes.

Adventuring through a seedy, twisted town of Blackjack addicts, players will be challenged with curating the perfect deck as they go, and will ultimately face off against whoever’s behind the corrupted casino. Or, simply enjoy the chance to gamble with no risk to wallets or loved ones – now with prettier cards!

Available from today (November 27, 2024), players can update their game and gawk in awe at the new pixel-style art, card designs, and overall graphic improvements. So long as they ignore the sticky tables, moth-eaten cards and questionable stains, players will be in for a visual delight.

Since its release in August, the beloved roguelike deckbuilder has been a huge hit for publisher Yogscast Games and developer Purple Moss Collectors. Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers offers players the opportunity to play Blackjack like never before. Unless, of course, they regularly play with tarot cards, business cards and report cards shuffled into the deck.

Those who have yet to descend into degeneracy can do so on Steam at a discounted price during the Winter Sale and get 30% off! Happy gambling!

Endzone 2 Gets New Update and Roadmap

Assemble Entertainment is thrilled to announce the that the latest update for post-apocalyptic survival city-builder Endzone 2, is out now! This update brings a range of new content and improvements, including the addition of new Expeditions, an improved tutorial, events, and much more. In addition, the game’s roadmap has been expanded, adding more details about the December 2024 update.

The new Endzone 2 update makes a balancing adjustment to radiation behavior in the game. Previously, radiation levels would grow steadily, making it difficult for players to manage. With this update, radiation levels are now more stable, and protective clothing items are more effective, allowing players to better handle the environmental hazards. The update also introduces an immersive introductory part to the beginning of new sessions, making the game’s opening moments feel more engaging.

In addition to these new features, the update includes a new Expedition called the Endzone, which sends players to an above-ground bunker, featuring new puzzle gameplay. Players can also look forward to various bug fixes, tweaks, and quality-of-life improvements to enhance the overall experience.

Assemble Entertainment has also updated the roadmap, adding more information about the future of Endzone 2. Notably, players can expect a major update in December 2024, which focuses on trading and hunting. In the December update, traders will be back for good, wildlife will roam the world while hunters sit on watch, and players will be able to distribute electricity across zones. More details on the December update will be revealed soon!

Endzone 2 is available now in Early Access on Steam. The November update is available for all players now. Help shape Endzone 2 by providing your feedback and reporting bugs. Stay up to date by checking out the Endzone 2 Steam News Hub, and following Assemble Entertainment on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Steam, and joining the official Endzone 2 Discord server to keep up with the latest news.

Runescape Christmas Village 2024 Dev Diary

Dive into festive fun, embark on an all-new seasonal quest and discover a winter wonderland glistening with holiday cheer as the Christmas Village returns to RuneScape today!

Ringing in the holidays in a new limited-time event, enjoy new seasonal activities, a brand-new area, and special festive rewards, including the arrival of the in-game Advent Calendar kickstarting the countdown to Christmas, with new rewards available each day – and an extra special giant gift available on December 25th.

Get into the swing of the season by exploring Diango’s Workshop and aiding an old friend. Santa has enlisted Diango to help spread the Christmas cheer, but first, he’ll need help setting up his workshop. Take part in the brand-new quest ‘A Christmas Reunion’ to help Diango build his workshop, find pixie helpers, craft uniforms, and of course – stock up the breakroom with lots of festive treats. Help Diango to unlock the title of Diango’s Little Helper, two Treasure Hunter keys, and access to Diango’s Workshop Skilling Activities.

Celebrate the festivities with a wintery world full of seasonal activities. Use your Cooking skill to make hot chocolates, paint toys with your Crafting skill, and chop down some festive fir trees with Woodcutting.

After a day in the snow, head to the warmth of Santa’s Lodge for a chance to earn the ultimate reward: the coveted Black Partyhat. Deliver letters to earn entries on the nice list and grab additional exclusive clothing rewards perfect for getting cosy this winter.

RuneScape Christmas Village Features:

  • Diango’s Workshop: Get into the seasonal spirit and help Diango construct his winter workshop in time for Santa’s arrival in the newest RuneScape Quest. Gather pixie helpers, craft uniforms, and spread the Christmas cheer throughout Gielinor.
  • New Seasonal Activities: Enjoy Christmas-themed activities with the introduction of Hot Chocolate Making, Toy Crafting, and Fir Woodcutting that uses players’ Crafting, Cooking, and Woodcutting skills.
  • The Black Partyhat Returns: Share the holiday spirit by delivering letters to Santa in a mission to climb up the Nice List and have a shot at earning the coveted Black Partyhat along with other weekly rewards.
  • The Return of the Christmas Spirit Shop: Spend your well-earned Christmas currency in the Christmas Spirit Shop to pick up seasonal gifts and holiday rewards. Deck the halls with winter hats and scarves, and pick up the new festive Holly Guard and Snowglobe Lantern to celebrate Christmas in style.
  • Gifts Galore:  Countdown to Christmas with new rewards available each day in the daily Advent Calendar, and log onto RuneScape on the big day itself for extra special thank you gift available on December 25th.

Dead by Daylight Doomed Course Launch Trailer

Following the success of Dead by Daylight’s last original Chapter, the terrifying All Things Wicked, the team has set forth into uncharted waters with Doomed Course.

Harkening back to an era where pirates and freebooters ravaged the seas, The Houndmaster emerged from the storm’s eye fuelled by a rabid lust for vengeance. Yet like so many embarking on that doomed course, she found herself consumed by its insatiable jaws. On the other side stands Taurie Cain, who spent years of her life pledging her devotion to The Entity. Perhaps it was fitting that she wound up in The Fog…though not in the way she envisioned.

An Unbreakable Bond:

With her loyal canine companion Snug forever at her side, The Houndmaster excels at hunting down Survivors with no quarter. A synergistic partnership forged by hardship and determination, they work as one to fulfill The Entity’s dark purpose.

Living up to her in-game moniker, The Houndmaster’s Scent of Blood Power centers around Snug, Dead by Daylight’s first AI-controlled animal character. Players can use Snug to track Survivors, revealing them whenever they’re caught within the Houndsense radius. Once found, The Houndmaster can use her Chase command to send Snug after a Survivor and temporarily restrain them.

The Houndmaster Also Arrives with 3 Character-Specific Perks:

All-Shaking Thunder: There’s no telling where a chase might lead. Plummet from a height to temporarily gain an extended lunge, allowing you to quickly close the gap on your quarry.

Scourge Hook: Jagged Compass: After a Survivor is unhooked from a non-Scourge Hook, it becomes a Scourge Hook. When you Hook a Survivor on a Scourge Hook, the Generator with the most progress is briefly revealed.

No Quarter: The mere thought of The Houndmaster’s return is so intimidating that Survivors are left entirely shaken. Whenever one nearly completes a self-heal, they’ll be bombarded with an adrenaline pounding series of difficult Skill Checks. Should they fail, they’ll be Broken for a duration.

Boasting a high skill-ceiling and the ability to quickly shut down a Survivor’s escape routes, The Houndmaster’s ruthless efficiency cannot be underestimated. Not to mention, which other Killers can actually pet a dog?

The Talon’s Finest:

Doomed Course also introduces the morally darkest Survivor The Fog has ever seen, Taurie Cain.

A longstanding member of the Black Talon, a nefarious sect that believes The Entity holds the key to transcending humanity, Taurie was among its most loyal disciples. Despite her devotion to the cause, in the fateful moment she was tasked with the unthinkable – taking the life of an innocent man – she faltered…and that was when The Fog came creeping.

Taurie Cain Brings 3 Character-Specific Perks to the Table:

Invocation: Treacherous Crows: Spending time in the shadows has its benefits. When in the Basement, you can begin an Invocation to become Injured and Broken for the rest of the Trial. However, the Killer’s Aura will be revealed to all Survivors whenever they disturb a Crow.

Clean Break: After you finish healing another Survivor, once you begin being healed by another Survivor, you can instantly become Broken. If you manage to survive long enough, you’ll instantly regain your lost Health States.

Shoulder The Burden: Once per Trial, provided you are not on Death Hook, you can activate Shoulder the Burden before Unhooking a Survivor. When they are Unhooked, they lose 1 Hook State and you gain 1 Hook State, scream, and become Exposed for a brief duration.

A Survivor with an edge, Taurie Cain brings a new attitude to The Fog. Things may not have gone how she planned, but that doesn’t mean she won’t adapt, using each new Trial to find her place within The Entity’s Realm.

Outfits For The Doomed:

The Doomed Course Collection brings players even deeper into the haunting backstories of The Houndmaster and Taurie Cain, featuring 2 Outfits that shed new light on aspects of their personalities.

Revisit Taurie’s time as a member of the Black Talon, with an intimidating Very Rare Outfit that will have even her fellow Survivors looking over their shoulder. Become the Ultimate Houndmaster with a new Visceral Legendary Outfit, which brings another one of her favorite dogs to the forefront. And trust us, you’ve never seen a Poodle this terrifying.

Speaking of terrifying, another horror icon is bringing their chilling creations to The Fog. The Junji Ito Collection is coming, featuring 8 Outfits inspired by the Japanese writer’s most nightmarish characters. This Collection features 2 Legendaries – The Artist as Miss Fuchi and The Spirit as Tomie Kawakami – both of which feature special audio recorded specifically to accompany the Outfits. The Collection also features new Very Rare Outfits for The Twins, The Trickster, The Dredge, Yui Kimura, Yun-Jin Lee, and Kate Denson.

Dead by Daylight: Doomed Course is available now on all supported platforms.

Enigma of Fear Launch Trailer

The wait is over: the pixel art/3D investigative suspense game Enigma of Fear, developed by Dumativa and published worldwide by Nuuvem, is now available for PC on Nuuvem and on Steam. The game, which garnered more than 224,000 wishlists on Steam and was also a big highlight at Steam Scream Fest, is the result of a successful crowdfunding campaign, which raised more than $832,000. Enigma of Fear will be available for $24.99 USD with a 10% discount on Steam at launch!

Embark on a Paranormal Adventure

In Enigma of Fear, fully voiced in Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, and English, players step into the role of Mia – a young paranormal detective seeking clues to unravel the mysterious disappearance of her father, Mr. Verity, one of the world’s most skilled agents and leader of Ordo Realitas, an organization of paranormal detectives.

Joined by her companion, the little dog Lupi, and other friends, Mia embarks on an immersive and intriguing adventure to solve enigmas and face challenging situations.

SkyPark at Santa’s Village to Open Reimagined B Monorail

SkyPark at Santa’s Village theme park, today announces the opening of its newest ride and attraction; The B Rail, a first-of-its-kind self-powered single-rider mountain bike suspended above the park on the historic 62-year-old “Bumble Bee Monorail” line. The unique ride is designed to give park guests the feeling of riding an actual bike high above the park  in the San Bernardino Mountains.

“We’re in the business of bringing family and friends together,” says Bill Johnson, the ride’s lead creator and park co-owner. “For the first time in many years, the famous monorail track at Santa’s Village is alive again. As a kid, I worked on the monorail ride, and as a grown-up, I’ve had the honor of re-imagining it and bringing it into this timeline. Like every part of restoring and reimagining this historic theme park, it’s been a lot of work and an absolute dream come true.”

The Park’s History

The Santa’s Village park itself dates back to 1955 After four decades, Santa’s Village closed in 1998. The forgotten park sat abandoned for nearly twenty years. This created a lost landscape of theft and vandalism where most, and in some cases, like with the monorail, all of the electrical infrastructure was stolen for its high value of copper.

In 2014, Bill and Michelle Johnson, a local husband and wife real estate and design team, purchased the park, refurbished everything, added a world-class mountain bike park

The B Rail Ride Development
“We wanted to give guests a bee’s eye view of the park,” says Bill Johnson, Co-Owner of the park and General Manager. “We knew the days of high powered electric rides were futile and a self powered coaster style ride is what the Park needed.  “The B Rail” rolls high above the park as if you are flying on a bicycle. And there isn’t much to separate them from the feeling of actual flight. It’s a very open ride that’s unlike anything else out there. You pedal the ride and are able to choose your level of speed, just like riding a bike.”

“When we bought the park, we knew we had to keep the original monorail track,” says Bill. “It was an iconic part of the park’s identity, plus, it was still in good condition and we wanted to make something special with the ride infrastructure.” Bill developed the ride with a long time friend Mat Caracaburu, who runs a successful fabrication business Milling and Turning Tech. And, eventually sources out the reproduction and detail design work to Carter Read at CJ Read Engineering. “Even though it’s pedal powered, we consider this a thrill-ride as you control the speed at 40 feet above the ground. There’s no ride car to encase you, and you really do feel like you’re flying on a bicycle. There will also be a timed lap component, coming soon, so you can “race” your friends and your own best time.”

“The monorail bike component  is hand built by Fat Chance Bicycles, as well as a group of industry folks, including KS Suspension, who wanted to help bring an eco-concept to the thrill ride/themed park industry. The ride has been thoroughly tested and adapted to enhance public safety and approved by the Department of Industrial Relations, like other rollercoasters or other amusement rides found at California theme parks.”

In honor of the original ride, one of the black and yellow Bee Monorail cars has been lovingly restored and mounted in front of the Sky Trading Company, where guests can sit in it for photo opportunities.

The B Rail Ride Details
– 1,000ft of Monorail I beam track, just short of the distance of your high school track.
– 2 to 4 Minute ride time, depending on how fast the rider pedals.
– The height varies as high as 40 feet above ground. Spectacular view, “flying” over the park.
– Single rider at a time with the idea of a two seater in development.
– Riders must weigh be between 75 lbs – 265 lbs and between 5’0″ – 6’7″tall.
Ride Requirements: The B Rail is an open concept rider-powered thrill ride, where solo riders are suspended, seated atop a mountain bike. The monorail track varies upwards to 40 feet above the ground. Riders must be 56 inches tall and a minimum weight of 65 pounds.. Riders must be willing and able to complete the entire ride safely while sitting upright and pedaling with both feet.
For park tickets, visit: https://skyparksantasvillage.com

The War of the Worlds: Siberia Premiere Trailer

Please be advised that the following contains the first DECLASSIFIED images and video confirmation of THE WAR OF THE WORLDS: SIBERIA from 1CGS. The assets recovered indicate a third-person view of action, adventure, suspense set in an alternate universe version of 1896, where an alien invasion much like the one described in The War of the Worlds by Herbert G. Wells, takes place. Our central agents must accomplish their missions and escape, at any cost. It is the first of many pieces of intelligence to become public as THE WAR OF THE WORLDS: SIBERIA continues to develop for the Personal Console (PC).

THE WAR OF THE WORLDS: SIBERIA is an action-adventure game inspired by the classic science fiction novel by Herbert G. Wells.

In an alternate 1896, Earth was the target of a massive Martian invasion. The War of the Worlds: Siberia follows survivors who attempt to save themselves by fleeing the panic-stricken Petrograd, heading for the eastern end of the Russian Empire. Using combat, puzzle-solving, and stealth, central personnel will evade danger in order to succeed in fulfilling their missions.

KNOWN INTELLIGENCE:
  • A thrilling third-person view action-adventure experience.
  • A unique setting of the Russian Empire under the rule of alien invaders.
  • An intricate story with memorable characters, historically inspired by 19th-century Russia.
  • Equipped with dozens of weapons, from cap-lock rifles and black powder pistols to the Maxim machine gun.
  • Stealth elements and spatial puzzles.

Ravenswatch | Console Launch Trailer

The time has finally come for PlayStation® and Xbox gamers to answer the call of the Ravenswatch and repel the Nightmare invasion. After a successful early access period and PC release at the end of September, with already over 700,000 active players, the co-op action-roguelike Ravenswatch is now available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The game will be released for Nintendo Switch™ on the 23rd of January 2025.

Time is running out, so go it alone or assemble a crossplay team up to 4 players and defend the world of Rêverie as best you can:

Players take on the role of one of 9 heroes, all inspired by old folk tales and legends. Little Red Riding Hood, the Snow Queen, Geppetto or Aladdin: each character has its own unique mechanics. In the purest roguelike tradition, each run unlocks skills that make heroes more powerful. Enemies, however, are formidable and leave no room for respite. Alone or playing alongside friends, the key to success lies in knowing and learning the enemy’s patterns!

An intangible threat hangs over the Guardians: the advance of time. Players have 3 days and 3 nights to strengthen their heroes. It’s up to them to optimize their actions within the allotted time, completing quests, finding Magical Objects and meeting other challenges before facing the level’s Master Nightmare.

In Ravenswatch, no two runs are alike. With over 200 talents, 50 magical items, endless build combinations, 4 difficulty levels, custom game modes and online cross-play co-op up to 4 players, the game offers an addictive experience and high replay value.

Ravenswatch is now available on PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. The Nintendo SwitchTM version will be available January 23rd 2025.

MXGP 24 The Official Game Official Launch Trailer

NACON and KT Racing Studio, in collaboration with Artefacts Studio, are pleased to announce that MXGP 24 The Official Game is now available on PC, Playstation®5 and Xbox Series. With over 53 million viewers in 2023, the MXGP race has established itself as a major event in off-road motorcycle racing.

The official MXGP game is back, offering fans of motocross racing the chance to experience the thrills and emotions of a real racer. The first installment in a series that will run until 2028, MXGP 24 The Official Game takes players to the heart of the world’s most emblematic championship.

MXGP 24 aims to offer a true-to-life experience for all fans of the sport. Through realistic graphics and extensive official in-game content, players can embody their favorite riders, at the wheel of one of the official motorcycles, on the 2024 calendar tracks of their choice to experience the entire championship.
Realism is also evident in the game’s level design and attention to detail, which extends to the crowds, paddocks and surrounding landscapes, bringing each venue to life.

Through a variety of game modes, players can choose to go alone in a fast race, a time trial, or climb the ladder in career mode, all the way to the MXGP trophy. For more competitive players, an online multiplayer mode lets you take on the world’s best riders.

MXGP 2024 offers:

  • All the Grand Prix of the 2024 calendar: 19 tracks will be available when the game is released. A final new race will be added free of charge a few days after the launch.
  • Official championship bikes and riders such as Jorge Prado, Jeffrey Herlings, Maxime Renaux and Andrea Adamo in the MXGP and MX2 categories.
  • 50 renowned teams, including Red Bull KTM Factory Racing, Red Bull GasGas Factory Racing, Monster Energy Yamaha Factory Racing, Honda HRC, Kawasaki Factory Racing, Nestaan Husqvarna Factory Racing, Monster Energy Triumph Racing, Fantic Factory Racing and MRT Racing Team Beta.
  • An accessible yet realistic grip that provides players with intense driving sensations.
  • A high degree of realism, in which the game’s level design plays an important role: weather effects on the circuit and the passage of motorcycles deform the track and modify race conditions.
  • A complete career mode: the player accompanies his team to victory by influencing the calendar, race strategy and rivalries.