Author - Jerry Paxton

Topgolf Sonic the Hedgehog Game Launching in Topgolf U.S. Venues

2024/11/15

Sonic the Hedgehog and friends arrive at Topgolf at supersonic speed on Friday, Nov. 15, with the official launch of the new game, Topgolf Sonic the Hedgehog, which will be exclusively available for play at Topgolf venues across the U.S. and Glasgow. Additional Toptracer-enabled franchise venues around the globe will debut localized versions of the game in Q1 2025. Developed by Topgolf in partnership with SEGA®, the game is the first venture into the golf entertainment space for the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise.

Game Details
Topgolf meets the fast-paced action of Sonic in the new in-venue game, as super fans of all skill levels go head-to-head in iconic virtual Sonic environments, Green Hill Zone and Sky Sanctuary, to hit springs, collect rings and destroy badniks. The experience utilizes Topgolf’s proprietary Toptracer ball-tracing technology to blend the physical act of hitting a golf ball with digitally watching popular characters Sonic, Tails, Knuckles and Amy track shots and collect rings as Players climb to the top of the leaderboard. Watch the trailer here!

Player Offer: Play for Free!

Topgolf is leveling up the fun with an exclusive Player offer for Sonic fans everywhere! Collect 30 minutes of free play time with any walk-in reservation by using the redeemable code at www.topgolf.com/FREE. Restrictions and exclusions apply; please see here for more information.

Integrated Advertising Campaign

To kick off this launch, Topgolf is introducing its latest advertising campaign where Sonic the Hedgehog meets families and friends in the Topgolf bay to play the new game. The global campaign launches November 14, 2024, on Thursday Night Football, followed by an integrated launch on streaming, digital and social channels. The campaign assets were developed in partnership with Topgolf’s creative agency of record, Anomaly, as well as Topgolf’s internal creative team. See all the current spots here.

Exclusive Merchandise
Players can power up their game with exclusive, limited-edition merchandise available for purchase at all U.S. and Glasgow Topgolf venues. Sonic the Hedgehog-themed hats, sweatshirts and t-shirts – available in adult and youth sizes – feature Sonic himself holding Topgolf’s newest club, The Sure Thing.

What They Said
“At Topgolf, we believe in the unlimited power of play and creating moments of joy for everyone who steps into our venues,” said Topgolf Chief Brand Officer Geoff Cottrill. “The multi-generational appeal of Sonic’s iconic energy and speed gives our Players a fresh, playful way to just have a little fun together with friends and family. The new Sonic game in partnership with Sega absolutely takes the Topgolf experience to the next level.”

“Through our collaboration with Topgolf, we’ve created a game that both the Sonic and Topgolf communities are going to love,” exclaimed Ivo Gerscovich, Senior Vice President and Chief Business and Brand Officer of Sonic, Head of SEGA Brands.” The Sonic franchise continues to extend across the transmedia landscape, and we look forward to seeing everyone experience the final product at Topgolf venues globally.”

Learn more and book your reservation today at www.topgolf.com/sonic.

Willliams Pinball Volume 8 – Banzai Run Announcement Trailer

2024/11/15

Jerry Paxton

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

Zen Studios—the leading global producer and publisher of digital pinball video games—today announces in partnership with Williams Electronics Games Inc. © the next pinball table, Banzai Run™️, coming to Pinball FX in the Williams™️ Pinball Volume 8 pack. Following the September reveal of the first table in the pack, Earthshaker!™️, pinball fans will be thrilled to add Banzai Run™️ to their collection.

Earthshaker!™️, Banzai Run™️, and a third to-be-revealed table will launch in December 2024, on PC and consoles as part of the complete Williams™️ Pinball Volume 8 DLC pack!

The wait is almost over! For over a year, pinball fans have been waiting to get their hands on the next volume of Williams™️ pinball tables. Modern pinball meets nostalgia when the golden age of pinball starts with Earthshaker!™, a seismic classic from 1989 with renowned innovative features and earthquake-themed gameplay. Traverse through Zen Studios’ next retro table, Banzai Run™️, and defeat the king of the hill in a legendary motocross race to become number one. Show off your pinball skills through Pinball FX’s most nostalgic DLC yet and prepare for an unforgettable adventure with the previously announced Earthshaker!™️ and Banzai Run™️. Keep an eye out for the final pinball table reveal to complete the full Williams™️ Pinball Volume 8 collection!

Pinball FX’s Williams™️ Pinball Volume 8 Key Features:

First released in 1988, Banzai Run™️ is back and better than ever in this modern take to overthrow the king of the hill to become number one in an exciting daredevil motocross race
Get ready to feel the ground shake, rumble, and roar as you chase high scores through these two Williams™️ masterpieces
Prepare for an unforgettable pinball experience with Earthshaker!™️ that will be fully playable when Williams™️ Pinball Volume 8 releases
Nostalgia meets thrilling gameplay with each new legendary table
In Earthshaker!™️, you’ll experience the seismic excitement as the earth trembles beneath your flippers! Get ready to immerse yourself in this beloved table, which will bring hours of retro fun

DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake Launch Trailer

2024/11/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Today, SQUARE ENIX^® released DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake, a stunning reimagining of the beloved, formative masterpiece DRAGON QUEST III. Featuring vibrant HD-2D graphics, new and modernized features, and a refined narrative, players are invited to set out on an epic fantasy adventure to save the world from a dark evil. The game is now available on Nintendo Switch^™, PlayStation^®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam^® and Microsoft Store on Windows.

Developed by SQUARE ENIX, DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake uses the acclaimed HD-2D style, which blends beautifully rendered and dynamic 3D backgrounds with classic 2D pixel sprites. This approach retains the spirit of the classic DRAGON QUEST III, and provided the creative opportunity to make it more accessible and appealing, with more detailed lighting and shading effects, a more visually spectacular world to roam, and beautifully rendered monsters.

Numerous enhancements to improve the gameplay experience make the overall experience feel like a more modern game, including quality-of-life improvements, full English and Japanese voice acting, and auto-saves. The game also delivers a refined take on the classic turn-based battle system, with new animations, adjustable battle speeds, an auto-battle setting, and more.

As players explore the vast world map, they will notice an abundance of rich and captivating locations to discover, accompanied by an immersive soundtrack that captures the timeless essence and magic of the DRAGON QUEST universe, composed by Koichi Sugiyama and performed by the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony.

Additionally, the classic DRAGON QUEST III story fans know and love, which is chronologically first in the “Erdrick Trilogy,” has been refined to better tie-in to the events of DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake, which is releasing next year.

Hearts of Iron IV: Götterdämmerung Launch Trailer

2024/11/15

Jerry Paxton

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

Today, Paradox Interactive released Hearts of Iron IV: Götterdämmerung, an expansion that adds depth to the game’s World War II strategies, brings a larger German focus tree, alternate historical paths, and Special Projects that boost technological advancement. Götterdämmerung is available on Steam for $24.99.

Check out the release trailer here:

Players can shape different historical outcomes with character-driven events and expanded research options. Key features include:

Larger German Focus Tree: Additional political paths for Germany, including democratic restoration, alternate militarist options, and character events that bring unique challenges and rewards.
Austrian, Hungarian, and Belgian Focus Trees: Rewrite the history of these nations with options for an independent Austria, a reformed Austro-Hungarian Empire, or a Belgian government-in-exile utilizing resources in the Congo.
Special Projects: Drive specialized research in nuclear physics, rocketry, advanced tanks, and more to enhance military capabilities.
Raids: Execute precise strikes against enemy ports, research sites, and other critical targets to disrupt opponents.
And More: Enhanced map visuals, AI improvements, and expanded atomic warfare mechanics.

Path of Exile 2 Preorder Livestream Set for Next Week

2024/11/14

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Path of Exile 2’s Early Access is around the corner! Mark your calendars and tune into GGG Live on November 22nd, 9am NZT / November 21st, 12pm PST, to hear more about the Acts, classes, end-game, and other upcoming exciting content on Twitch. The trailer for the livestream can be found here:

The highly anticipated Action RPG is set to launch on December 6th PST, and players can wishlist in advance on Steam, Xbox, Playstation, and Epic Games. Players can play couch co-op with their friends on a single or two separate accounts running through the world of Wraeclast using the same console.

For more details on the livestream schedule, please refer to the following table below:

Livestream Schedule

Region	Date	Time (Regional)
New Zealand	November 22	9.00 AM NZT
London	November 21	8.00 PM GMT
Los Angeles	November 21	12.00 PM PST
Singapore	November 22	4.00 AM SGT
Japan	November 22	5.00 AM JST
Berlin	November 21	9.00 PM CET
Brazil	November 21	9.00 PM BRT
New York	November 21	3.00 PM EST

Mythic Quest Season 4 Returns and New Series Side Quest Announced

2024/11/14

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News

Apple TV+ today announced that the fourth season of its hit comedy “Mythic Quest,” hailing from creators Rob McElhenney, Charlie Day and Megan Ganz, will make its global debut on Apple TV+ with two episodes on Wednesday, January 29, followed by one new episode weekly through Wednesday, March 26.

Season four of “Mythic Quest” brings stars Rob McElhenney, Charlotte Nicdao, David Hornsby, Danny Pudi, Ashly Burch, Imani Hakim, Jessie Ennis and Naomi Ekperigin under the same fluorescent office lights as the reunited team at Mythic Quest confronts new challenges amongst a changing video game landscape as stars rise, egos clash, relationships bloom, and everyone tries to have a little more work work life balance.

Plus, as the upcoming fourth season of “Mythic Quest” reaches its finale, the much-anticipated anthology series, titled “Side Quest” (FKA “Mere Mortals”), will make its global debut on March 26 with all four episodes. An expansion of the “Mythic Quest” universe, “Side Quest” explores the lives of employees, players, and fans who are impacted by the game in an anthology format. The series stars Rob McElhenney, Anna Konkle, Derek Waters, William Stanford Davis, Bria Henderson, Rome Flynn, Leonard Robinson, Gary Kraus, Annamarie Kasper, Esai Morales, Shalta Grant and many more in the leading roles across each installment.

“Side Quest” is developed by and executive produced by Ashly Burch, John Howell Harris and Katie McElhenney, with Megan Ganz, Rob McElhenney, David Hornsby, Charlie Day, Todd Biermann, Nick Frenkel, Michael Rotenberg, Margaret Boykin and Genevieve Jones also serving as executive producers.

“Mythic Quest” is executive produced by McElhenney and Day under their RCG banner, Michael Rotenberg and Nicholas Frenkel on behalf of 3Arts, and Margaret Boykin, Austin Dill, and Gérard Guillemot for Ubisoft Film & Television. Hornsby and Ganz also executive produce.

Both series are produced for Apple TV+ by Lionsgate, 3 Arts Entertainment and Ubisoft. The first three seasons of “Mythic Quest” are now streaming globally on Apple TV+.

Starship Troopers: Continuum Meta Quest Launch Trailer

2024/11/14

Jerry Paxton

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

Sony Pictures Virtual Reality (SPVR) and XR Games are proud to announce that Starship Troopers: Continuum is out now for Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S for $19.99 / £14.99 / €17.99.

Featuring Casper Van Dien reprising his role as the legendary ‘Johnny Rico’, Starship Troopers: Continuum is set 25 years after the Battle of Klendathu. The war between the Federation and the Arachnid is deadlocked, but the planet Janus-4 holds a secret that threatens to tip the balance of the war: The Continuum.

Key features:

2-3 player online squad-based combat – team up to survive!
Single-player campaign – take on the bugs alone to earn weapon and trooper upgrades, perks, customisation options, and more!
20+ weapons – aim well and reload quickly if you want to live!
The classic bugs return and bring new friends – all mean, all hungry, all lethal!
Boss battles against Tankers and Plasmas – plus something new!
Immersive weapon reloading with perks – players can choose manual reloading for a faster, more immersive experience, earning a buff with each successful reload, or select automatic reloading for convenience, tailoring gameplay to their preferred pace and style!
Epic missions in both familiar and unexplored terrain – bugs can come from anywhere!

Razer Unveils USB 4 Dock

2024/11/14

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, further expands its line-up and affirms its foothold in PC accessories with the announcement of the new Razer USB 4 Dock. Engineered for superior performance, this dock represents a leap into the future of connectivity, combining high-speed data transfer and dual-display functionality to meet the demands of high-stakes gaming and intensive productivity.

“With the Razer USB 4 Dock, we’re unleashing the next level of high-performance docking,” Travis Furst, Head of Notebooks and Accessories at Razer. “This powerhouse is engineered to deliver blazing-fast data transfer and stunning dual-monitor 4K display output, all through a single cable solution to the laptop, making it the ultimate tool for gamers and professionals alike.”

USB 4 – Defining Ultra-Fast Connectivity

The Razer USB 4 Dock is built with the latest USB 4 standard, offering transfer speeds of up to 40Gb/s, —eight times the capability of previous USB 3.0 standards. This monumental increase ensures that devices such as mice, keyboards, headsets, and streaming equipment operate at peak performance without bottlenecks. Additionally, the dock’s upstream USB-C port supports up to 100W power delivery, enabling connected laptops to remain charged during critical gaming or intensive productivity sessions.

14-in-1 Ports – Expand Command Centers

Adapting to the dynamic tech landscape, the Razer USB 4 dock comes equipped with a comprehensive array of connections, including HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, USB A, USB C, and even supports varying sizes of SD cards. In true gaming nature, the USB 4 Dock also includes a dedicated 2.4Ghz port reduces any wireless interference, enhancing the reliability of connected gaming peripherals. A unique feature of the dock is its independent power button, which allows for the charging of devices without a PC connection, all managed via a single cable for a streamlined setup.

Dual-Monitor Support with up to 4K 120Hz Display Output

In the realm of competitive gaming, speed is critical. The Razer USB 4 Dock supports a fast 4K 120Hz display output for one monitor, while still being capable of handling a second 4K monitors at 60Hz, ensuring fluid, high-resolution gameplay and the ability to maintain an additional display for critical applications. Available in Black or Mercury White, the Razer USB 4 Dock transforms any setup into a high-performance gaming and productivity station, without the traditional limitations of using a dock.

The Razer USB 4 Dock creates a clean environment to power all peripherals and your laptop with a single cable. It epitomizes the fusion of high-speed connectivity with robust functionality with a solid aluminum chassis, setting a new benchmark for gaming and productivity solutions and solidifying Razer’s role as a leader in innovative technology for gamers and professionals alike.

For more information on the Razer USB 4 Dock, please visit Razer.com.

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

Razer USB 4 Dock

$229.99 USD / €249.99 MSRP

Razer.com, RazerStores & Authorized Resellers – Available Now, 14 November 2024

Knott’s Merry Farm Returns Next Week!

2024/11/14

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

The holiday season at Knott’s Merry Farm promises to be merry and bright as the park debuts the new ‘Tis the Season Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event in Calico Park invites everyone to kick off the evening’s holiday celebration with dancers, singers, and, of course, Snoopy. Also this year, guest favorites return along with new food offerings and new merchandise as the park transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland featuring a landscape of thousands of twinkling lights and miles of beautiful garland.

Christmas in Calico continues as the Snow and Glow experience fills 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 transforms 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 presents 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 Calico Carolers, transports guests back in time to a Victorian Christmas as they perform the season’s songs throughout the streets of Ghost Town. A down-home dose of Christmas cheer is in store for those who join Krazy Kirk and the Hillbillies for a foot-stompin’ show with energetic music and comedy for the whole family. Yuletide cheer is in store with Home for the Holidays, where joyous merriment takes 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 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” 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, but with a Latin band format and rhythms provided by Adelaide Pilar.

It’s not a holiday celebration without festive food. Throughout the park, guests can indulge in traditional holiday classics with a twist, including a Merry Farm favorite, the crispy breaded “Turkey Ball” filled with perfectly seasoned stuffing and sweet cranberry sauce, or the vegan and gluten-free pistachio orange cookie.

Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village is back with dozens of local artisans selling their unique gifts, including chainsaw wood carvings and elegant glass blowing.

Give the gift that keeps on giving all year with a 2025 Season Pass. A 2025 Season Pass includes unlimited visits through 2024 plus all of 2025, discounts on select food and merchandise, and access to exciting year-round seasonal events. A Regular Season Pass includes admission to Knott’s Berry Farm and a Gold Season Pass includes admission to both Knott’s Berry Farm and Knott’s Soak City Waterpark. Regular Season passes are as low as 9 payments of $8 after initial payment and Gold Season Passes are as low as 9 payments of $11.50 after initial payment. These offers end on January 5, 2025. Pricing and more information are available at knotts.com.

Turn your Merry Farm experience into a holly jolly hotel getaway with an overnight stay at The Knott’s Hotel. The Knott’s Merry Farm Holiday Package includes hotel accommodations, Knott’s Merry Farm admission for one day for each registered guest, and hotel parking. Upgrade to the Hotel Breakfast Package for an unforgettable holiday celebration. 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.

CRKD Announces the Exclusive NEO S Frost Edition Available at Select Apple Stores

2024/11/14

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News

CRKD™, the premium collectible gaming brand behind the award-winning Nitro Deck™, Nitro Deck+™ and NEO S™ collectible controllers, announced today the NEO S Frost Edition, an exclusive NEO S design is available at select Apple® Store locations and apple.com this holiday season.

Now available in limited quantities, the NEO S Frost Edition is perfect for gaming on controller-compatible games for iPhone™, iPad™, Mac, or Apple TV.

The NEO S Frost Edition makes a statement during your daily gaming, thanks to the stunning semi-translucent frosted design. Complete with matching Charging Dock that stores and charges your NEO S when not in use, you can be certain that your controller will look as good on display as it does in your hand, and the advanced feature set of the NEO S has been designed to improve your gaming experience no matter what device you’re playing on.

With its compact footprint proving ideal for travel, the NEO S features Hall-Effect Thumbsticks, resigning ‘Stick Drift’ to a thing of the past, and the ‘No Deadzone Mode’, integrated Motion Controls and Adjustable Trigger Sensitivity, means that the NEO S is a highly adept controller for Apple Arcade controller compatible games, as well as all the titles in your collection. Remappable Back Buttons provide extra controls when you need them the most, and Adjustable Vibration and Swappable Stick Tops provide a wealth of customizable options.

Like all CRKD hardware, the NEO S Frosted Edition is fully compatible with the CRKD ‘True Collection System’ a free mobile App for iOS™ which will register the product number and rarity ranking of your hardware into your personal secure collection, adding to your bragging rights and giving instant oversight to all your CRKD gaming gear. CRKD products with Bluetooth® capabilities also connect to CRKD CTRL feature within the App which allows users the ability to customize the adjustable features of their controller.

The NEO S Frost Edition is available for purchase today exclusively at CRKD NEO S Controller with Charging Dock – White – Apple and via select Apple Store locations. Gamers wishing to purchase the coldest gaming accessory of the season are advised to move fast however, as the NEO S Frost Edition is only available in limited quantities for a price of $59.99 / €59.99 / £69.99.

For more information on CRKD products, please visit: https://crkd.gg