Author - Jerry Paxton

PDP Launches New Nintendo Switch Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller Plus Motion

2024/10/01

Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: HEAR), and Performance Designed Products LLC (PDP) today announced the launch of the Afterglow™ Wave Wireless Controller with Motion for the Nintendo Switch™ system. These new wireless controllers join PDP’s Afterglow Wave product family and now Nintendo Switch gamers can maximize their controller experience with customizable RGB lighting and wireless connectivity plus motion controls. Four new Afterglow Wave Wireless Controllers are available now at www.pdp.com and participating retailers for $54.99/£49.99/€59.99 MSRP, while the new Afterglow Wave Wired Controller launches October 28, 2024, for $24.99/£24.99/€34.99 MSRP. PDP’s Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller with Motion and Afterglow Wave Wired Controller are officially licensed by Nintendo and compatible with the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch – OLED Model systems.

“We’re bringing Afterglow RGB technology to more products, which began with the recent launch of our wireless multiplatform headsets and continues today with our updated line of Nintendo Switch Afterglow Wave Wireless Controllers with Motion,” said Billy Brisebois, PDP Marketing Manager, Turtle Beach Corporation. “With our Afterglow Wave Controllers for Nintendo Switch, gamers can adjust multiple RGB lighting zones and pre-set lighting effects to create a unique controller experience with a wide range of color combinations.”

PDP’s Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller with Motion Control for Nintendo Switch comes in black, blue, purple, and white colorways. The new wired version comes in black, joining the previously released blue and gray wired options. All controllers have eight customizable RGB LED lighting zones and four pre-set lighting modes, and programmable back buttons. Plus, for the first time ever, the wireless version features built-in motion sensors. The wireless controller also features a 30-foot range and 20-hour rechargeable battery.

Brighten up your gaming with PDP’s officially licensed Afterglow Wave Wireless Controller with Motion. For more information on the latest PDP products and accessories, visit www.pdp.com and www.victrixpro.com.

Disney+ Announces Music by John Williams Documentary

2024/10/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

“Music by John Williams” from Lucasfilm Ltd, Amblin Documentaries, and Imagine Documentaries, which offers a fascinating and insightful look at the prolific life and career of legendary composer John Williams, will premiere on Disney+ and have a limited theatrical release in New York, Los Angeles, and London on November 1. The documentary will also open the 38th edition of AFI Fest on October 23. The trailer and key art for the all-new documentary are available now. Advance theatrical tickets for “Music by John Williams” will be available for purchase October 24 via Fandango or wherever tickets are sold.

From his early days as a jazz pianist to his 54 Oscar® nominations and five wins, the documentary takes an in-depth look at Williams’ countless contributions to film, including many iconic franchises, as well as his music for the concert stage and his impact on popular culture. The film features interviews with artists and filmmakers whose lives have been touched by his timeless music. Directed by award-winning filmmaker and best-selling author Laurent Bouzereau, the documentary is produced by Steven Spielberg, Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Sara Bernstein, Justin Wilkes, Meredith Kaulfers, Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, Laurent Bouzereau, with Markus Keith and Michael Rosenberg serving as executive producers.

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Haunted by Daylight Returns to Dead by Daylight

2024/10/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Halloween isn’t just a holiday in Dead by Daylight, it’s an entire season. A familiar chill is back in the air, and once again gaming’s premiere horror destination is pulling out all the stops with the return of Haunted by Daylight, the arrival of a new Tome, and more new cosmetics than The Entity has claws. Whether players are looking for tricks, treats, or a terrifying twist on Trials, there’s something for everyone throughout the month of October and beyond.

Get Haunted by Daylight
The Void Realm beckons, and those who dare to set foot within may never be the same again. The Haunted by Daylight Event returns from Oct. 17 to Nov. 7 for its third year at the forefront of Dead by Daylight’s Halloween festivities.

The Void is back for this latest iteration of the event and set to play a bigger role than ever. This year not only are there more available portals into the Void Realm, but once opened they can’t be closed. Void Energy must again be collected in order to open these portals, but when inside, it can also be spent to create brand-new role-specific Void Items to help turn the tides of a Trial. Ratcheting up the event’s intensity, Killer Powers are now available to use within the Void Realm itself for the first time ever.

Castlevania, Continued
Hot on the heels of the iconic Castlevania making its way into The Entity’s Realm, Tome 21: DOMINUS looks to double down, delivering more stories, Outfits, and rewards from the undying franchise.

A celebration of all things Castlevania, with a specific focus on some popular Nintendo DS titles, DOMINUS features memories that delve deeper into Trevor Belmont and Dracula’s histories as they both seek to recruit Alucard to their cause. In a Dead by Daylight first, every single Outfit, Charm, Banner and Badge, available to earn in DOMINUS will either be Castlevania themed or inspired by gothic horror, including the Legendary Soma Cruz Outfit for Trevor, and the Visceral Legendary True Form Outfit for Dracula, complete with its own Mori.

Threads of Dread
Dressing up is half the fun of Halloween, and Dead by Daylight is out to make sure players have everything they could want when it comes to finding the perfect in-game costume for their favorite characters.

Beginning Oct. 17 and lasting for the duration of the Haunted by Daylight event, new additions to The Void Collection show the chilling effects of a brush with oblivion. This year players can pick up Outfits for Kate Denson, Adam Francis, and Zarina Kassir, along with the Collection’s first Killer Outfit for The Plague.

In a nod to the lighter side of the season, the Tricks and Treats Collection introduces a group costume for Sable Ward and Mikaela Reid, both available in store. Sable steps into the role of a spellcasting witch, while Mikaela plays the part of her feline familiar. The Collection also includes Outfits for Yun-Jin and The Trickster, earnable via the Event, that sees them attending a Halloween concert. Both sets of Outfits are time limited.

Also returning is the fan-favorite Hallowed Blight Collection, with new looks available Oct. 7. Grotesque, gruesome, and endlessly oozing, new additions to the Collection include Outfits for The Pig, The Good Guy, The Deathslinger, and more.

Finally, the Alien Collection serves up two all-new outfits with the “Juggernaut Xenomorph”, as well as the iconic “Pressure Suit” for Ellen Ripley. Both new outfits will be available on Nov. 7.

Players can test their nerve in the Haunted by Daylight Event from Oct. 17 to Nov. 7 in Dead by Daylight.

Razer Unveils Basilisk V3 Pro 35K Wireless Gaming Mouse

2024/10/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News

Today, Razer announces two significant updates to its revered Basilisk V3 line of gaming mice – favored by gamers who prioritize customizability, immersion and convenience.
The all-new Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K, a fully customizable wireless ergonomic gaming mouse, and the Razer Basilisk V3 35K, a wired version, both feature quality of life upgrades to redefine personalization. These updated models, available in both black and white editions, also retain the 13 customizable controls, multi-zone Chroma RGB with underglow and wireless charging compatibility as well.

Upgrades include:

Razer™ Focus Pro 35K Optical Sensor Gen-2: First used in the mouse of champions, the Razer Viper V3 Pro, this sensor delivers unrivaled precision on any surface. Enhanced by intelligent features like Smart Tracking, the sensor automatically detects surface types to adjust the tracking algorithm accordingly, ensuring optimal performance on different materials. This feature, combined with Motion Sync, synchronizes data from input to PC for more responsive tracking. Gamers can adjust to 1-DPI precision, or port over the sensitivity settings that they are accustomed to, in just three quick steps.
Extended Battery Life: Enjoy up to 140 hours on Razer HyperSpeed Wireless, or up to 210 hours on Bluetooth, on a single charge, allowing for marathon-long gaming sessions without interruption.
Configurable Razer™ HyperScroll Tilt Wheel: Offers customizable scrolling experiences from smooth, free-spinning to tactile incremental movements. Users can also auto-switch between the two based on their scroll speed in Smart-Reel mode—now configurable on the new Synapse 4. In addition, gamers can layer on preferred scroll acceleration settings to amplify their virtual scrolling speed.

For more information on the Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K, please visit Razer.com.

Alongside this, the new Basilisk V3 35K includes all of the core features of the Basilisk V3 Pro 35K, but in a wired variant featuring the Razer Speedflex cable for minimal drag. For more information on the Razer Basilisk V3 35K, please visit Razer.com.

The Strongest TOFU Out Now on PC

2024/10/01

Jerry Paxton

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

The Strongest TOFU, the ultimate condensed soy milk action platformer from developer Zounoashi Games and publisher Phoenixx, launches today onto PC via Steam with a 10%-off sale for $4.49 until Tuesday, October 15th at 10:00 AM PST.

Celebrate Japan’s Tofu Day by hopping from the proverbial frying pan into the fire with the winner of Bandai Namco’s 2022 GYAAR Studio Indie Game Contest Choose from firm, silken, or freeze-dried, each with its distinct strengths and weaknesses, and bounce into an action-packed, tofu-filled adventure created by a real Tofu Meister.

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Squish and spring in any direction to attack enemies, clear massive gaps, and solve puzzles across various zany maps where the threat of being cooked, eaten, and crumbled into oblivion looms around every corner. Conquer The Strongest TOFU’s unique jiggle physics with an easy-to-learn, difficult-to-master control scheme and satisfying haptic feedback with every jump. Remember, tofu is delicate, and falling from great heights can cause a cataclysmic crumbling.

Bounce to the tunes of The Strongest TOFU’s original soundtrack composed by Ryo Nagamatsu of RH Music (Splatoon series Composer). Enjoy key artwork from Hattori-Graphics, one of Japan’s top 100 Graphic Designers of 2024, featuring their signature low-res aesthetic. Pick up morsels of trivia along the way with fun tofu facts courtesy of Head Developer and Tofu MeisterTomozoP.

“We’re honored to have collaborated with Ryo Nagamatsu, Hattori Graphics, and all of those who helped me earn the title of Tofu Meister,” says TomozoP at Zounoashi Games. “Our goal was to make The Strongest TOFU a simple yet memorable gameplay experience, and we’re proud to have achieved this on Japan’s Tofu Day!”

The Strongest TOFU is now available to PC via Steam for $4.99 USD with a 10%-off sale for $4.49 until Tuesday, October 15th at 10:00 AM PST. It will support Japanese, English, and Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) languages. The purchase page for “Sugoi Tsuyoitofu Original Soundtrack” will appear soon on the “Sugoi Tsuyoitofu” Steam Store page. To learn more and stay up to date, follow Phoenixx’s official website, X/Twitter, Youtube, the official GYAAR Studio website, Zounoashi Games official website, X/Twitter, and head developer TomozoP’s X/Twitter.

Hans Zimmer and Lorne Balfe to Co-Compose Dragon Age: the Veilguard Score

2024/10/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Electronic Arts Inc. and BioWare today announced that two-time Oscar-winner Hans Zimmer and Grammy-winner Lorne Balfe have co-composed the Official Soundtrack (OST) for Dragon Age: The Veilguard, the new single-player fantasy RPG experience coming to PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam, EA App and Epic Games Store on October 31, 2024. The legendary composers have collaborated on dozens of projects throughout their careers and have worked closely with the development team at BioWare to create a score celebrating the world of Thedas and its heroes.

Fans will be able to pre-order the Official Soundtrack album beginning October 18th on iTunes and Amazon Music, with the formal release to follow on November 1st via Lakeshore Records. Moreover, in celebration of the announcement, Dragon Age: The Veilguard Main Theme, has been released as the first single from the official soundtrack, and can be downloaded and streamed now on all major music services such as Spotify, iTunes and Deezer.

“One of our goals with the music for Dragon Age: The Veilguard was to provide a strong anchor between the world of Thedas and the diverse characters that inhabit that world,” said Cody Behiel, Audio Director for Dragon Age: The Veilguard. “We wanted to ensure that throughout the game’s story, whether at its most epic or its most intimate, players were able to feel their actions connect to the personal relationships they have been fostering. Working with Hans and Lorne took these ideas to greater emotional heights than we thought possible and I am so excited for players to experience it.”

Oscar-winner Zimmer, one of the world’s most renowned composers, has won numerous awards and honors for his scores in such films as Dune, Dunkirk, Interstellar, Inception and many more. With over 100 film scores to his credit, Dragon Age: The Veilguard is the first video game soundtrack composed by Zimmer in nearly 10 years.

Speaking about his work on Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Hans Zimmer said, “Epic stories lend themselves to epic scores, and the narrative tapestry BioWare has woven in The Veilguard never left me wanting for inspiration, be it during the game’s moments of shining heroism or darkest emotional pitfalls. I’m proud to have shared the journey of creating the musical backdrop for the latest Dragon Age adventure with Lorne and the entire design team.”

GRAMMY Award-winner Balfe has over 170 composer credits across movies, TV and games, including Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Assassin’s Creed III, Assassin’s Creed: Revelations and Beyond: Two Souls, all of which received nominations for Best Original Music from the BAFTA Games Awards.

“The world of Dragon Age is an unprecedented immersive experience, and never more so than in Dragon Age: The Veilguard,” said Lorne Balfe. “Crafting this score alongside Hans Zimmer has allowed us to bring an epic new majesty to the realm of Thedas, bringing these characters and their stories to the next level. I cannot wait for people to play this game.”

Players can pre-order Dragon Age: The Veilguard now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. For additional information and to stay up to date on Dragon Age: The Veilguard, visit the official website, like Dragon Age on Facebook, follow the franchise on Discord, TikTok, Tumblr, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter), and subscribe to its YouTube channel.

Broken Arrow Delayed

2024/09/30

Jerry Paxton

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

Slitherine and Steel Balalaika announced that the release date of Broken Arrow, originally planned for a 2024 launch, had been moved to 2025.

Marco Alessandro Minoli, Director of Publishing, stated: “The game won’t be releasing this year as intended, but we felt it was necessary. This decision is motivated by our desire to fully meet our community’s expectations, to ensure that Broken Arrow is the best game of its kind and that it provides a flawless experience to its players. To achieve this, we needed to run more extensive testing and iterate on improving the code efficiency. We don’t want to underestimate any potential issue and we’d rather wait than risk letting anyone down on day one. The development team has been hard at work and we can’t wait to show you what is new for the game”.

The publisher acknowledged that this will disappoint many players and members of the game community, but there is some good news for them as well: a new multiplayer Open Beta will be available for everyone to play on November 12th. Throughout the entire month of October, Broken Arrow fans can expect weekly developer diaries on the Steam page, which will highlight all the latest updates and showcase the content available in the beta, including new units, specializations, maps, and features.

Furthermore, fans can expect an important reveal of Broken Arrow in December, which would also be the occasion for a very special announcement.

Slitherine, the publisher, and Steel Balalaika, the developer team, promise to players that their patience will be rewarded: “We think we have an amazing game on our hands and we are certain that you won’t be disappointed”.

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days Demo Set for Oct 28th

2024/09/30

Jerry Paxton

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

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days, the shelter survival game set in a zombie-infested Texas city from PikPok, will unleash an unliving nightmare with its first-ever Steam demo on Monday, Oct. 28.

Set during the 1980s, an undead plague overruns the fictional Texas city of Walton and pockets of survivors band together against apocalyptic perils. Brave the streets, scavenge for supplies, and find a way to escape in a side-scrolling adventure inspired by survival horror and shelter management games.

Recruit allies, scour a dynamically changing city, craft tools and weapons, and make painful decisions in the face of dwindling resources and growing panic. One misstep can make the difference between surviving the night or summoning an uncountable and ravenous horde upon those that put their trust in you.

Audeze Announces CRBN2 Electrostatic Headphones

2024/09/30

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

Audeze, the leading premium headphone manufacturer known for its award-winning technology, announces the release of CRBN2, their latest and most advanced electrostatic headphone. CRBN2 builds on Audeze’s legacy of cutting-edge audio innovation and introduces Audeze’s patent pending Symmetric Linear Acoustic Modulator (SLAM) technology for the first time. This revolutionary feature provides an unprecedented level of transparency and bass response, offering listeners an experience that is both deeply tactile and vividly immersive.

CRBN2 also represents a step forward for Audeze’s electrostatic headphone technology, and at its core lies Audeze’s second-generation carbon-nanotube electrostatic driver, which has been meticulously engineered for exceptional sound fidelity. Integrated for the first time in CRBN2, the new SLAM technology is designed to optimize air pressure distribution across the driver, enhancing low-frequency performance without increasing distortion. This results in a headphone that delivers powerful, lifelike bass response and rich, holographic spatial imaging—qualities that set CRBN2 apart in the realm of high-end audio.

SpellForce: Conquest of Eo – Weaver’s Realms Launch Trailer

2024/09/30

Jerry Paxton

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

It’s time to turn dreams into reality! We are thrilled to announce the exciting new expansion, Weaver’s Realms, for SpellForce: Conquest of Eo is out today on PC, PlayStation and Xbox!

Weaver’s Realms introduces a powerful new school of magic, Dreamweaving, which masterfully blends the realms of dreaming and waking. Players will now have the ability to empower allies, manipulate foes, and craft illusions so vivid they blur the lines between reality and fantasy.

This expansion enriches the SpellForce: Conquest of Eo experience with an array of thrilling new features, including innovative gameplay mechanics, fresh units, diverse heroes, and a host of enchanting items. Dive into brand-new scenarios and embark on adventures that elevate the game to extraordinary new heights.

The Weaver’s Realms DLC for SpellForce: Conquest of Eo is now available at an SRP of $14.99 / €14.99!

SpellForce: Conquest of Eo is available at an SRP of $ 29.99 / € 29.99 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X. The critically acclaimed DLC Demon Scourge is also available at an SRP of $ 12.99 / € 12.99.

Check Steam Turn-Based RPG Fest!
From September 30 to October 7, celebrate the magic of turn-based RPGs with fantastic discounts on SpellForce: Conquest of Eo. Enjoy 50% off the base game and a 34% discount on the first expansion, Demon Scourge! Check out the SpellForce: Conquest of Eo Bundle for exclusive savings tailored for both seasoned fans and newcomers alike:
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/40596/SpellF…

For those eager to fully immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Eo, the complete SpellForce Bundle is also available, featuring remarkable discounts not only on the turn-based spin-off Conquest of Eo but also across the franchise’s main entries:
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/8177/SpellFo…