Assemble Entertainment and Gametopia are excited to reveal that narrative adventure Verne: The Shape of Fantasy is now available on Nintendo Switch. Step into the shoes of Jules Verne and embark on a breathtaking journey through the fantastical world of Hemera, a realm shaped by Verne’s own imagination. With its captivating pixel art, dynamic nonlinear dialogues, and puzzle mechanics, this adventure promises to enchant players as they delve into an epic narrative on the go. Check out the launch trailer below!
Verne: The Shape of Fantasy is a narrative-driven puzzle adventure game set during the year 1888 when a war against the ruthless “Nation” threatens to demolish the land of Hamera. You’ll take on the role of Jules Verne, a famous author who – accompanied by Captain Nemo and their crew – set out to find the Flame of Hephaestus, an ancient artifact said to hold the power to change the course of history. Along the way, you’ll have to be careful as you may just discover unimaginable wonders, mysteries, and dangers.
Set in the year 1888, Verne: The Shape of Fantasy has players navigate a world at the brink of destruction due to a war with the ominous “Nation.” Accompanied by the legendary Captain Nemo and his crew, players must seek out the Flame of Hephaestus, an artifact rumored to possess the power to alter history. The game challenges players to solve puzzles across beautifully detailed environments using the IMAG device, which allows them to rewrite history and influence Verne’s fate. Inspired by classic adventure games, Verne invites players to explore every corner of its atmospheric steampunk world, uncovering hidden secrets and untold stories.
Verne: The Shape of Fantasy is available for Nintendo Switch now for $14.99 with a 20% launch discount and is also available for PC via Steam. Stay up to date by following Assemble Entertainment on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Steam. Join the official Assemble Entertainment Discord server to keep up with the latest news.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre proudly presents their new, FREE, game mode called ‘Rush Week’.
You can watch the teaser trailer below:
‘Rush Week’ is a 1v6 multiplayer mode that focuses on Johnny ‘Pretty Boy’ Slaughter and will be a whole new way to experience The Texas Chain Saw Massacre.
The Content Pass will go on sale for $19.99 USD in September and features over $45 worth of content.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is available on Playstation®4, Playstation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store, as well as Game Pass on Xbox and PC. For more news and community discussion, be sure to check out game’s official subreddit, r/TXChainSawGame, or join the conversation on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
Unquiet spirits have gathered once again: ALL THE HAUNTS BE OURS: A COMPENDIUM OF FOLK HORROR VOLUME TWO brings together 24 films representing 18 countries for more of the best-loved, rarely seen, thought-lost and brand-new classics of folk horror, most making their disc debuts including the North American Disc Premieres of the Severin Films Original Productions TO FIRE YOU COME AT LAST directed by Sean Hogan and the documentary SUZZANNA: THE QUEEN OF BLACK MAGIC directed by David Gregory, which will have its World Premiere at the Sitges Film Festival on October 12th. The set also features 55+ combined hours of new and archival Special Features including trailers, interviews, audio commentaries, short films, video essays, historical analyses and bonus feature-length films; a 252-page hardcover of newly commissioned folk horror fiction by luminaries that include Ramsey Campbell, Cassandra Khaw and Eden Royce with illustrations by Drazen Kozjan, and much more, all curated and produced by WOODLANDS DARK AND DAYS BEWITCHED creator Kier-La Janisse.
“The first ALL THE HAUNTS… was an incredibly ambitious set, but for this collection we wanted to go a bit further afield,” says producer Kier-La Janisse. “I’m really happy with the broad range of regions and perspectives we were able to include, and the many international collaborators who made it all possible. I always try to dig deep thematically while also offering some real obscurities for our genre-savvy audience, and I think this new box set delivers on both counts.”
“ALL THE HAUNTS… Volume One was a landmark collection for Severin, for the genre, and for home video,” says Severin Films President/Co-Founder David Gregory. “With Volume Two, Kier-La and our team have now gone even deeper and further than before with a global collection that’s equal parts discovery, exploration, and dark celebration of Folk Horror. We’re enormously proud to unleash its spirit upon the world.”
Disc 1: TO FIRE YOU COME AT LAST / PSYCHOMANIA Blu-ray
TO FIRE YOU COME AT LAST (UK/USA, 2023)
A Severin Films Production
Worldwide Disc Premiere
PSYCHOMANIA (UK, 1973)
4K Scan from the Original Camera Negative Provided by The British Film Institute
Special Features For TO FIRE YOU COME AT LAST
Audio Commentary With Director Sean Hogan And Co-Producers Paul Goodwin And Nicholas Harwood
On The Lych Way – Corpse Road Chronicler Dr. Stuart Dunn Discusses The Pathways Of The Dead
Trailer
Short Films
WE ALWAYS FIND OURSELVES IN THE SEA
Audio Commentary For WE ALWAYS FIND OURSELVES IN THE SEA With Director Sean Hogan And Co-Producers Paul Goodwin And Nicholas Harwood
EPK For WE ALWAYS FIND OURSELVES IN THE SEA
OUR SELVES UNKNOWN
Feature Specs For TO FIRE YOU COME AT LAST
Runtime: 45 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.9:1
Audio: English Stereo
Closed Captions: English SDH
Region: A/B/C
Special Features For PSYCHOMANIA
Introduction By Film Historian Chris Alexander
Audio Commentary With Maria J. Pérez Cuervo, Founding Editor Of Hellebore Magazine
Stone Warnings – Dr. Diane A. Rodgers On Stone Circles And Standing Stones In Film And Television
Return Of The Living Dead – Interviews With Actors Nicky Henson, Mary Larkin, Denis Gilmore, Roy Holder And Rocky Taylor
The Sound Of PSYCHOMANIA – Interview With Soundtrack Composer John Cameron
Riding Free – Interview With “Riding Free” Singer Harvey Andrews
Theatrical Trailer
Feature Specs For PSYCHOMANIA
Runtime: 91 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Audio: English Mono
Closed Captions: English SDH
Region: A/B/C
Disc 2: THE ENCHANTED / WHO FEARS THE DEVIL Blu-ray
THE ENCHANTED (USA, 1984)
4K Scan from the Original Camera Negative
Worldwide Home Video Premiere
WHO FEARS THE DEVIL (USA, 1972)
2K Scan from the Last Existing 35mm Print
Worldwide Disc Premiere
Special Features For THE ENCHANTED
Audio Commentary With Director Carter Lord And Camera Assistant Richard Grange, Moderated By Filmmaker/Author Kier-La Janisse
Audio Commentary With Chesya Burke, Author Of Let’s Play White, And Sheree Renée Thomas, Author Of Nine Bar Blues
A Magical Place – Interview With Composer Phil Sawyer
Hole In The Wall – Character Notes By Screenwriter Charné Porter
Trailer
Short Film
SWIMMER
Feature Specs For THE ENCHANTED
Runtime: 90 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audio: English Mono
Closed Captions: English SDH
Region: A/B/C
Special Features For WHO FEARS THE DEVIL
THE LEGEND OF HILLBILLY JOHN Alternate Opening Introduced By Actor Severn Darden
Audio Commentary With Television Historian Amanda Reyes
Crumble Will The Feet Of Clay – Interview With Producer Barney Rosenzweig
Silver Strings – Interview With Actor/Musician Hedges Capers
Manly Of The Mountains – Author David Drake Remembers Manly Wade Wellman
Occult Appalachia – Occult Historian Mitch Horowitz On The Arcane Texts Of Wellman’s John The Balladeer Stories
Theatrical Trailer
Feature Specs For WHO FEARS THE DEVIL
Runtime: 98 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audio: English Mono
Closed Captions: English SDH
Region: A/B/C
Disc 3: THE WHITE REINDEER / EDGE OF THE KNIFE Blu-ray
THE WHITE REINDEER (Finland, 1952)
4K Scan from the Original Camera Negative
North American Blu-ray Premiere
EDGE OF THE KNIFE (Canada, 2018)
4K Scan from the Original Camera Negative
American Disc Premiere
Special Features For THE WHITE REINDEER
The Projection Booth Episode On THE WHITE REINDEER Hosted By Mike White And Featuring Kat Ellinger, Author of Daughters Of Darkness, And Talk Without Rhythm’s El Goro
Short Films
A WITCH DRUM
THE NIGHTSIDE OF THE SKY
WITH THE REINDEER
Feature Specs For THE WHITE REINDEER
Runtime: 68 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audio: Finnish Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Special Features For EDGE OF THE KNIFE
Audio Commentary With Directors Gwaai Edenshaw And Helen Haig-Brown
RETAKE – Making The World’s First Haida-Language Feature Film
Short Films
HAIDA CARVER
NALUJUK NIGHT
Feature Specs For EDGE OF THE KNIFE
Runtime: 101 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Audio: Haida 5.1, Haida Stereo
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Disc 4: BORN OF FIRE Blu-ray
BORN OF FIRE (UK, 1987)
4K Scan from the Original Camera Negative
North American Disc Premiere
Special Features For BORN OF FIRE
Igniting The Fire – Interview With Director Jamil Dehlavi
The Silent One Speaks – Archival Interview With Actor Nabil Shaban
Between The Sacred And The Profane – Archival Lecture On The Cinematic World Of Jamil Dehlavi By Dr. Ali Nobil Ahmad
The Djinn Revisited – Director Dalia Al Kury Examines The Role Of The Djinn In Contemporary Arab Culture
BORN OF FIRE And The Roots Of Pakistani Horror – Interview With Scholar Syeda Momina Masood
Trailer
Short Films
TOWERS OF SILENCE
QÂF
Feature Specs For BORN OF FIRE
Runtime: 84 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audio: English Mono
Closed Captions: English SDH
Region: A/B/C
Disc 5: IO ISLAND / SCALES Blu-ray
IO ISLAND (South Korea, 1977)
2K Scan from the Internegative
International Disc Premiere
SCALES (Saudi Arabia, 2019)
Sourced from the 2K Digital Master
Worldwide Disc Premiere
Special Features For IO ISLAND
Audio Commentary With Archivist And Korean Film Historian Ariel Schudson
Shaman’s Eyes – Dr. Hyunseon Lee On Shamanism In Korean Visual Culture
Short Film
THE PRESENT
Feature Specs For IO ISLAND
Runtime: 112 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Audio: Korean Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Special Features For SCALES
Telling Our Stories – A Conversation With Director Shahad Ameen And Producer Rula Nasser, Moderated By Filmmaker/Author Kier-La Janisse
Trailer
Short Film
KINDIL
Feature Specs For SCALES
Runtime: 76 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Audio: Arabic 5.1 Surround
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Disc 6: BAKENEKO: A VENGEFUL SPIRIT / NANG NAK Blu-ray
BAKENEKO: A VENGEFUL SPIRIT (Japan, 1968)
4K Scan from the Fine-Grain Negative
Worldwide Blu-ray Premiere
NANG NAK (Thailand, 1999)
Sourced from the HD Master
International Blu-ray Premiere
Special Features For BAKENEKO: A VENGEFUL SPIRIT
Audio Commentary With Jasper Sharp, Author Of Behind The Pink Curtain: The Complete History Of Japanese Sex Cinema
Scratched – A History Of The Japanese Ghost Cat
The Vampire Cat – The Classic Folk Tale Read By Tomoko Komura With Original Music By Timothy Fife
Trailer
Short Film
MAN-EATER MOUNTAIN
Feature Specs For BAKENEKO: A VENGEFUL SPIRIT
Runtime: 87 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Audio: Japanese Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A
Special Features For NANG NAK
Audio Commentary With Mattie Do, Director Of THE LONG WALK, And Asian Gothic Scholar Katarzyna Ancuta
Love And Impermanence: NANG NAK And The Rebirth Of Thai Cinema – Interview With Director Nonzee Nimibutr
Trailer
Feature Specs For NANG NAK
Runtime: 101 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Audio: Thai 5.1, Thai Stereo
Subtitles: English
Region: A
Disc 7: SUNDELBOLONG / SUZZANNA: THE QUEEN OF BLACK MAGIC Blu-ray
SUNDELBOLONG (Indonesia, 1981)
Sourced from the RAPI Films’ HD master
Worldwide Blu-ray Premiere
SUZZANNA: THE QUEEN OF BLACK MAGIC (USA, 2024)
New Documentary Directed by David Gregory
Worldwide Disc Premiere Blu-ray
Special Features For SUNDELBOLONG
Hantu Retribution – Female Ghosts Of The Malay Archipelago
Short Film
WHITE SONG
Feature Specs For SUNDELBOLONG
Runtime: 106 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Audio: Indonesian Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Special Features For SUZZANNA: THE QUEEN OF BLACK MAGIC
A Conversation With Director/Co-Producer David Gregory And Co-Producer Ekky Imanjaya
Trailer
Feature Specs For SUZZANNA: THE QUEEN OF BLACK MAGIC
Runtime: 88 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Audio: Indonesian Stereo
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Disc 8: BEAUTY AND THE BEAST / THE NINTH HEART Blu-ray
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (Czechoslovakia, 1978)
1080 Master by Národní Filmový Archiv Prague
North American Blu-ray Premiere
THE NINTH HEART (Czechoslovakia, 1979)
1080 Master by Národní Filmový Archiv Prague
North American Blu-ray Premiere
Special Features For BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Audio Commentary With Film Historian Michael Brooke
Archival Interviews With Director Juraj Herz And Actors Vlastimil Harapes And Zdena Studenková
Short Film
FRANTIŠEK HRUBÍN
Feature Specs For BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
Runtime: 91 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.37:1
Audio: Czech Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Special Features For THE NINTH HEART
Audio Commentary With Kat Ellinger, Author Of Daughters Of Darkness
The Uncanny Valley Of The Dolls – The History And Liminality Of Dolls, Puppets And Mannequins
The Curious Case Of Juraj Herz And The Švankmajers – Video Essay By Czech Film Programmer Cerise Howard
Feature Specs For THE NINTH HEART
Runtime: 92 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audio: Czech Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Disc 9: DEMON / NOVEMBER Blu-ray
DEMON (Poland, 2015)
Sourced from the HD Master
NOVEMBER (Estonia/Poland/Netherlands, 2017)
Sourced from the HD Master
Special Features For DEMON
Introduction By Slavic Horror Scholar Dr. Agnieszka Jeżyk
Audio Commentary With Film Historian Daniel Bird And Film Critic/Actress Manuela Lazić
In The Shadow Of The Dybbuk – Video Essay By Peter Bebergal, Author Of Strange Frequencies: The Extraordinary Story Of The Technological Quest For The Supernatural, And Filmmaker Stephen Broomer
Trailer
Short Film
DIBBUK
Feature Specs For DEMON
Runtime: 94 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Audio: Polish 5.1 Surround, Polish Stereo
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Special Features For NOVEMBER
The Supernatural Lore Of NOVEMBER – Archival Video Essay With Film Critic John DeFore
Kratt Test Footage
Theatrical Trailer
Short Films
BOUNDARY
JOURNEY THROUGH SETOMAA
MIDVINTERBLOT
Feature Specs For NOVEMBER
Runtime: 115 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Audio: Estonian, German And Italian 5.1 Surround, Estonian, German And Italian Stereo
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Disc 10: LITAN / BLOOD TEA AND RED STRING Blu-ray
LITAN (France, 1982)
HD Master from the Original Camera Negative
North American Blu-ray Premiere
BLOOD TEA AND RED STRING (USA, 2006)
2K Scan from the Original Camera Negative
Worldwide Blu-ray Premiere
Special Features For LITAN
Audio Commentary With Film Historian Frank Lafond
Un Tournage LITAN – Archival Making-Of Made For Antenne 2
Jean-Pierre Mocky, Un Drôle D’Oiseau – 1982 Episode Of Temps X
Feature Specs For LITAN
Runtime: 88 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Audio: French Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Special Features For BLOOD TEA AND RED STRING
Introduction By Director Christiane Cegavske
2021 Indie Scream Online Film Festival Q&A With Christiane Cegavske
Production Stills And Concept Illustrations
Trailer
Trailer For SEED IN THE SAND, Cegavske’s Work-In-Progress
Feature Specs For BLOOD TEA AND RED STRING
Runtime: 70 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audio: English Stereo
Closed Captions: English SDH
Region: A/B/C
Disc 11: NAZARENO CRUZ AND THE WOLF / AKELARRE Blu-ray
NAZARENO CRUZ AND THE WOLF (Argentina, 1975)
HD Scan of the Only Existing Print
Worldwide Blu-ray Premiere
AKELARRE (Spain, 1984)
4K Scan from the Original Camera Negative
Worldwide Blu-ray Premiere
Special Features For NAZARENO CRUZ AND THE WOLF
Audio Commentary With Adrian Garcia Bogliano, Director Of HERE COMES THE DEVIL, And Nicanor Loreti, Director Of PUNTO ROJO
Short Film
LOVE FROM MOTHER ONLY
Audio Commentary For LOVE FROM MOTHER ONLY With Director Dennison Ramalho
Feature Specs For NAZARENO CRUZ AND THE WOLF
Runtime: 88 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1
Audio: Spanish Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Special Features For AKELARRE
The Realistic Inquisition – Interview With Director Pedro Olea
Empowered Woman – Interview With Actress Silvia Munt
Playing The Villain – Interview With Actor Iñaki Miramón
Invoking The Akelarre – Dr. Antonio Lázaro-Reboll, Author Of Spanish Horror Film, On The Basque Witch Trials
Feature Specs For AKELARRE
Runtime: 97 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.66:1
Audio: Spanish Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Disc 12: FROM THE OLD EARTH Blu-ray
FROM THE OLD EARTH (Wales, 1981)
2K Scan from the Original Camera Negative
Special Features For FROM THE OLD EARTH Blu-ray
Introduction To FROM THE OLD EARTH By Musician Gruff Rhys
Getting A Head In North Wales – Interview With Director Wil Aaron
FROM THE OLD EARTH By The Book – Welsh Folklore And O’R DDAEAR HEN
A Sword In The Battle Of Language – Welsh Film Scholar Dr. Kate Woodward On The Welsh Film Board
Short Films
Introduction To BLOOD ON THE STARS By Gruff Rhys
BLOOD ON THE STARS
Reunion Hotel – BLOOD ON THE STARS Cast Reunion From Gwesty Aduniad
THE WYRM OF BWLCH PEN BARRAS
Feature Specs For FROM THE OLD EARTH Blu-ray
Runtime: 46 Minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Audio: Welsh Mono
Subtitles: English
Region: A/B/C
Disc 13: THE CITY OF THE DEAD / THE RITES OF MAY Blu-ray
Assemble Entertainment is thrilled to announce that post-apocalyptic survival colony builder Endzone 2 has launched into Early Access on Steam. The highly anticipated post-apocalyptic survival colony builder challenges players to navigate a harsh, unforgiving world as they work to rebuild humanity from the ground up. Assemble Entertainment has plenty in store for the coming months following Endzone 2’s Early Access launch, offering new content, fixes, and quality of life improvements. Check out the launch trailer below!
Discover and repopulate the last habitable grounds, and manage the survival of your people by utilizing your wits, foresight, and resilience in a harsh and unforgiving world in Endzone 2. Explore the treacherous badlands to discover loot as you develop and expand your settlements amidst the chaos.
Assemble Entertainment plans on supporting Endzone 2 with various updates for the foreseeable future, starting with a patch rolling out in September. Players can look forward to advancements to settler simulation, bug fixes, stability improvements, and quality of life enhancements in the September update. Then, the much larger “Let There Be Light” update will launch in October. This update will allow players to generate electricity, turn specific ruins into buildings, and will offer new side missions and points of interest.
Endzone 2 is available in Early Access on PC via Steam and GOG 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 by following Assemble Entertainment on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Steam. Join the official Endzone 2 Discord server to keep up with the latest news.
CHERRY XTRFY announces the retail availability of a new series of gaming gear at this year’s Gamescom. These include the long-awaited Wireless M64 and M68 gaming mice and the new MX 3.1 keyboard.
CHERRY XTRFY has a long tradition of working with professional esports athletes, collaborating with organizations worldwide, such as Team Vitality, SK Gaming and LNG E-Sports. The company relies on expert testimonials and reviews in order to take the needs of gamers into account as much as possible in product development. The new releases at Gamescom are the results of this collaboration over the past year.
The MX 3.1 keyboard with CHERRY MX2A switches
The MX 3.1 is a powerful gaming keyboard with a high-quality aluminum housing that enhances stability and durability. It features RGB lighting, which complements its distinctive look, available in either black or white. This keyboard provides a low noise level and a pleasant typing experience, thanks to the improved damping structure of the newly integrated CHERRY MX2A switches. These switches are designed for longevity, offering a lifespan of 100 million keystrokes and are available with different switching characteristics.
Building on the success of previous models such as the MX 2.0S and MX 3.0S Wireless, these keyboards are now offered in updated versions featuring the new CHERRY MX2A switches. This upgrade represents a significant advancement in the performance and reliability of the CHERRY MX series, renowned as the world’s most trusted keyboard switch used in over 60 million keyboards globally. With the MX2A switches, users can enjoy smoother actuation and improved acoustics, achieved through precisely applied premium-grade lubricant and an innovative spring design.
The MX 3.1, equipped with these advanced switches, is now available for purchase for $119.99.
A wireless revolution: the M64 and M68 mouse series
The sixth generation of CHERRY XTRFY mice offers performance on a whole other level. Four models are introduced: The M64 Wireless and M64 Pro Wireless with an ergonomic form factor, and the M68 Wireless and M68 Pro Wireless with a symmetrical shape. Evolving from the popular M4 and M8 mice, the M64 and M68 are crafted with input from elite gamers and redesigned for even better grip and control, lower weight, and higher performance.
The Pro versions feature incredibly fast 8000 Hz technology. By reporting every 0.125 milliseconds and sending up to eight times more data than a standard 1000 Hz gaming mouse, these mice make cursor movements smoother and enable the computer to respond faster to every click. As a result, the M64 Pro Wireless and M68 Pro Wireless offer some of the lowest click latencies ever measured on wireless gaming mice.
The M64 and M68 Wireless Mice are now available at Amazon in both Black and White. Each model comes in two versions:
Completing its portfolio of new mice, CHERRY XTRFY introduces the M50 and M50 Wireless models. These mid-range mice offer a very good price-performance ratio, featuring a new ergonomic shape for enhanced comfort and control. Designed with quality components, the M50 series is the all-around choice for gamers at any skill level and is available in both black and white to suit different preferences.
The wireless version of the M50 comes equipped with customizable RGB illumination and triple connection modes, allowing for versatile use across various gaming setups. It offers an uncompromising 2.4 GHz wireless connection for lag-free gaming and Bluetooth® connectivity for compatibility with multiple devices. Additionally, gamers can switch to wired mode using the CHERRY XTRFY EZcord® for smooth movements, ensuring flexibility and performance in any scenario.
The M50 mouse series is now available for purchase, with the standard wired mouse pricing at $49.99 and the wireless mouse at $69.99.
The perfect surface: GP5 mousepads
To complete the new gaming setup, CHERRY XTRFY introduces a new edition of the GP5 mousepad. The GP5 Amnis Blue features fresh artwork and expands the GP5 series with new sizes, available in Medium, Large, and XL versions, to suit a diverse range of gamers.
Renowned for its performance, the GP5 mousepad is trusted by professional gamers and was last seen winning the final CS Major and the BLAST Premier Fall Finals 2023 in CS2. Featuring CHERRY XTRFY’s smoothest cloth surface to date, it offers the ideal surface for fast-paced games requiring pinpoint precision. Additionally, the GP5 is available in an exclusive edition in collaboration with the esports organization SK Gaming.
Arrow Video is excited to announce the September 2024 lineup of their subscription-based ARROW platform, available to subscribers in the US, Canada, the UK and Ireland. Enjoy a selection of new titles, from carefully cultivated curations to shorts by new talent to deep dives into the tastes of filmmakers that changed the way we see the genre.
The September 2024 lineup leads with the ARROW debut of Sergio Martino’s 1973 classic Torso. ARROW’s streaming launch features a brand new 4K restoration from the original camera negative for North American subscribers beginning September 17. A talented and versatile journeyman, director Sergio Martino (The Case of the Scorpion’s Tail, Your Vice is a Locked Room and Only I Have the Key) lent his talents to multiple genres across his long and varied career, but is undoubtedly best known for his giallo thrillers from the early 70s.
ARROW’s signature curation starts September 6 with a new Season from the creator of the Hatchet franchise and the original, not-child friendly Frozen: Adam Green Selects (UK/IRE/US/CA).
“What an honor to be asked by ARROW to highlight some of my personal favorites in their amazing collection! From Romero, Craven, and Barker… to Argento, Henenlotter, and Ferrara, the ARROW library includes some of the most uniquely fearless works by some of the filmmakers who influenced me the most.
Whether you’re watching these films for the very first time or having your own “dog flashback” and revisiting them again, I have no doubt that you’ll find something to love about each of them!”
Titles Include: The Mutilator, Basket Case, Hellraiser.
Also on September 6, soak up the last of Summer with Sun, Sand and Screams (UK/IRE/US/CA).
Pack your bags! We’re leaving right now for two weeks at the all-inclusive ARROW resort! Wear plenty of sun tan lotion and keep your eyes peeled for killers, monsters, bodies, paranoid friends, and all manner of sunny shenanigans as this collection is an ARROW holiday full of Sun, Sand and Screams.
Titles Include: Death Has Blue Eyes, Loop Track, Bloodstone.
Streaming beginning September 6 are four horror titles from the days of free love.
Scream of the Demon Lover (US/CA): Writer/director José Luis Merino embraces the genre’s classic elements and ravishes them to vivid extremes: When a beautiful biochemist (Erna Schurer) arrives at a foreboding castle to work for a sinister baron, she’ll unlock a nightmare of dark romance, sexual violence, grisly family secrets and some of the most perverse moments in ’70s gothic.
Madame O (US/CA): At the tender age of 16, Seiko was sexually abused by three men. This horrifying attack scarred her mentally and resulted in her getting pregnant and infected with syphilis. Possessing a raging desire for revenge against men, she destroys them with the one weapon they cannot resist…sex!
Libido (US/CA): Ernesto Gastaldi made his directorial debut with one of the most groundbreaking yet underseen gialli of them all: When a boy witnesses his father kill a woman during an S&M session, he’ll grow into a disturbed young man tormented by images of violence, perversion, madness and murder.
The Threat (UK/IRE/US/CA): The Threat is a gritty crime drama in the vein of Kurosawa’s High and Low, set against the backdrop of a rapidly modernizing Japan that has left many of its citizens behind.
Misawa (Rentarō Mikuni, Fugitive from the Past, Vengeance is Mine) appears to lead a charmed life, the very model of Japan’s post-war economic miracle. Then one day, the fragility of his existence is revealed when two violent jail-breakers turn up on his doorstep seeking refuge and threatening to embroil Misawa in their criminal activities.
On September 13, get Cursed (UK/IRE/US/CA) on ARROW!
Don’t pick up or play with any strange items. Don’t annoy anyone who gives off witch-y vibes. And definitely don’t accidentally kill one of their relatives. Don’t move in anywhere with a dark past. Don’t join and leave a cult… You know what? Maybe just stay right where you are and explore this collection of films where other people get jinxed and be thankful it’s them not you that’s been Cursed.
Titles Include: Ringu, Threshold, Death Curse of Tartu.
The Nico Mastorakis Collection (UK/IRE/US/CA) debuts on ARROW September 13.
Dedicated to one of the most infamous B-movie maestros to have ever sat in a director’s chair, The Nico Mastorakis Collection features fresh sci-fi shenanigans and screwball comedies, plus hair-raising horror and adrenaline-soaked action, that will take you out of this world!
Zany, shocking and unhinged, Mastorakis’ films span every genre from horror to sci-fi to action to comedy, and everything in between and all at the same time! Made with a chutzpah that must be seen to be believed, you haven’t lived until you’ve entered Mastorakis’ wild cinematic world!
Titles Include: The Wind, Hired to Kill, The Naked Truth.
September 13 concludes with a midnight snack of four shorts from the genre festival circuit.
Only Yourself to Blame (UK/IRE/US/CA): When Mai sends her drunk friend Sian home in a taxi, she finds herself being pursued by a shadowy assailant who is copying her every move. Unable to outrun her stalker, she confronts them to discover something deeply unsettling.
Nosepicker (UK/IRE/US/CA): In this slimy ‘tale of the unexpected’, young schoolboy Georgie (Leo Adoteye), bullied for his nasty habit of picking his nose, retreats into himself with macabre results.
Viola VS. The Vampire King (UK/IRE/US/CA): When her big sister is taken under the spell of the dreaded Vampire King, Viola embarks on a mystical quest for revenge.
Connie (UK/IRE/US/CA): Dolly Diggs needs a voice and Connie needs a body, but she’s nobody’s puppet… Who’s the dummy in the dead of night?
On September 17, Torso, Sergio Martino’s trailblazing 1973 slasher, makes its debut in 4K UHD on ARROW. Featuring a brand-new 4K restoration from the original camera negative, Torso revels in the time-honored traditions of erotic thrillers while simultaneously laying the groundwork for the modern slasher movie.
A sex maniac is prowling the streets of Perugia, targeting the picturesque university town’s female students. Alarmed at the plummeting life expectancy of the student body, Jane (Suzy Kendall, The Bird with the Crystal Plumage) and her three friends elope to a secluded country villa – only to discover that, far from having left the terror behind, they’ve brought it with them!
Also known as Carnal Violence, Torso was released in Italy towards the end of the giallo boom before enjoying a second life on the American grindhouse circuit. Co-starring Tina Aumont (Salon Kitty) and Luc Merenda (The Violent Professionals), the film finds Sergio Martino at the top of his game, delivering copious levels of violence, sleaze, and one of the tensest cat-and-mouse games ever committed to celluloid!
The director of Beyond the Door and Madhouse brings his vision to subscribers with Ovidio G. Assonitis Selects (UK/IRE/US/CA), launching September 20.
“ARROW have gathered an impressive collection of motion pictures from all over the world. It was difficult to pick my highlights, but enjoyable. There are some truly memorable cult movies here, made by talented artists, some of whom are no longer with us. I am honoured to have some of my movies in a collection alongside these works. They are very important pictures.”
Titles Include: Don’t Torture a Duckling, The Case of the Scorpions Tail, Beyond the Door.
September 20 closes with a very special four pack for subscribers: a quartet of 70s vampire flicks.
Count Dracula (UK/IRE/US/CA): This gothic masterpiece from writer/director Jess Franco can now be experienced like never before, from its brilliant performances by Christopher Lee as the Count, Herbert Lom as Van Helsing, Soledad Miranda as Lucy, Maria Rohm as Mina and Klaus Kinski as Renfield to its sumptuously unnerving cinematography and eerie Bruno Nicolai score.
Bloodsuckers (US/CA): When a brilliant young Oxford professor disappears while researching in Greece, the British government launches an investigation that will trigger a nightmare of ritual sacrifice, sadomasochistic perversion, deranged academia and one of the most unique takes on vampirism in genre history.
Dracula Prisoner of Frankenstein (US/CA): Inspired by Universal’s 1940s monster mash-ups, writer/director Jess Franco instead delivered “a weird and wonderful masterpiece that transports you to a world like no other” (Scream Magazine): With minimal dialogue and maximum gothic atmosphere, Franco crafts a fever dream of erotic horror in which Count Dracula, Dr. Frankenstein and Frankenstein’s monster battle gypsies, showgirls and a wolfman.
Tender Dracula (US/CA): When horror’s biggest star (Peter Cushing) announces his retirement from the genre, two dimwit screenwriters and a pair of sexy actresses are dispatched to the actor’s castle for a lavish farce d’horreur érotique of violence, whippings, orgies, tender romance and a devilishly dignified performance by Cushing, even while spanking the bare bottom of French starlet Miou-Miou.
On September 27, enjoy a Japanese monster ravaging a rural school, as well as four monster classics.
Vampire Clay (UK/IRE/US/CA): In their quest to gain a coveted place at one of the prestigious art schools in Japan, a group of students attend prep school in a decrepit rural art studio.
Whilst honing their skills, star student Kaori (Kyoka Takeda) is entrusted with a bundle of discarded art supplies from the studio’s mysterious previous owner to work with. However, when Kaori cuts herself on a razor blade buried in one of her projects, the fresh drops of human blood awaken an insatiable form of evil hidden within the clay…
The Monster of the Opera (US/CA): Conceived as a sequel to their landmark The Vampire and the Ballerina, director Renato Polselli (The Reincarnation of Isabel, Delirium) and screenwriter Ernesto Gastaldi (All the Colors of the Dark) resurrected their gothic-fiend-stalks-a-theatrical-troupe framework for an over-the-top aria of reincarnated lovers, sheer nightgowns, sapphic hunger, interdimensional damnation and frenzied ‘opera.’
Mary, Mary, Bloody Mary (US/CA): A beautiful American artist named, Mary, who just so happens to be a vampire living in Mexico, has authorities baffled and in full investigation, after her lust for blood has left a trail of bodies across the country.
Lady Frankenstein (US/CA): Co-produced by Roger Corman, “one of the most underrated horror movies of all time” (Classic Horror) features lurid direction by Mel Welles (Little Shop of Horrors) from a story by by Dick Randall (Pieces), and a cast that includes Hollywood legend Joseph Cotten alongside EuroCult icons Rosalba Neri (The Devil’s Lover), Paul Muller (Nightmare Castle), and Mickey Hargitay (Bloody Pit of Horror).
The Devil’s Lover (US/CA): When a trio of free-spirited young women – led by a smoldering Rosalba Neri of Lady Frankenstein fame – insists on spending the night in a castle rumored to be owned by the Devil himself, their cobweb-and-candelabra lark triggers a nightmare of lust, violence, vampirism and the ultimate ecstasy of Satanic seduction.
The September lineup goes out guns blazing with Hired Guns (UK/IRE/US/CA) on September 27.
If you need someone taken out, you’ve come to the right place. ARROW’s Hired Guns collection features many highly-trained professionals whose trigger fingers are itching to make your problem go away. For a price.
Titles Include: Suture, Terminal Exposure, The Most Dangerous Game.
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, Inc., announced today that they are joining the roster of exhibitors in the “Merchandise Sales Area” at Tokyo Game Show 2024 (TGS); organized by the Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Society of Japan (CESA). In addition, the studio will host a special stage talk for “DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH” as part of the “TGS Main Stage Program”.
This year’s Tokyo Game Show 2024 will be held at Makuhari Messe from Thursday, 26th September to Sunday, 29th September. The details of the stage talk are as follows:
TGS Main Stage Program
PlayStation Presents “DEATH STRANDING 2” Special Stage!
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS will host a panel discussion on “DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH” for PlayStation 5. Visionary game creator Hideo Kojima, and Daichi Miura, singer-songwriter and official supporter of TGS2024, will be joined by a number of guests, including Nicolas Winding Refn, to discuss the upcoming title. Attendees will be given a front row seat to the latest update in the development of “DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH”.
Event: PlayStation Presents “DEATH STRANDING 2” Special Stage!
Game Title: “DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH”
Stage Date and Time: Sunday, September 29th, 10:30 ~ 11:30 (JST)
Location Information: Exhibition Hall 1 Event Stage
Guest Appearances (titles omitted):
Hideo Kojima
Daichi Miura
Kenjiro Tsuda
Nana Mizuki
Tomokazu Sugita
Shion Wakayama
Nicolas Winding Refn
KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS TGS Booth Area
Attendees will be able to purchase a variety of original products at the KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS TGS Merchandise Booth. Ahead of the Tokyo Game Show, fans who are unable to go to the convention will have the chance to get their hands on a range of merchandise via the KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS online store. Further information will be posted on the official KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS social channels soon.
Booth Location Information: Merchandise Sales Area [11-W02]
Flight simulation is an art form where precision and control reign supreme. Every nuanced input transforms into a breathtaking maneuver, and the Thrustmaster AVA Base promises to elevate this experience to unprecedented heights. This premium joystick base isn’t just a peripheral; it’s a testament to modularity and personalization, offering a realm of customization that sets a new standard for flight simulation enthusiasts.
At its core, the AVA Base is a canvas for individual expression. The ability to swap joystick grips is a boon for pilots seeking the perfect fit, but the true innovation lies within. The base’s four adjustable parameters – axis curve, resistance, travel, and damping – provide an unparalleled level of control over the joystick’s feel. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution; it’s a bespoke experience tailored to your exact preferences and flying style.
Imagine fine-tuning the axis curve to achieve a linear 1:1 response for precise maneuvers or opting for a more nuanced curve ideal for smooth, sweeping movements. The interchangeable springs allow you to dial in the perfect resistance, accommodating both the heavy-handed fighter pilot and those seeking a feather-light touch for commercial airliners. Adjust the travel to determine how far the stick moves, and fine-tune the damping to eliminate any unwanted jerkiness, ensuring a seamless and responsive experience.
This level of customization is nothing short of liberating. Once you’ve discovered your sweet spot, the AVA Base fades into the background, leaving you to focus solely on the virtual skies. The steep learning curve is a testament to the depth of options available, but the rewards are substantial. It’s akin to having a custom-tailored flight suit; once you’ve found the perfect fit, you can soar to new heights with confidence and precision.
The AVA Base exudes quality in every aspect. Its all-metal construction feels reassuringly solid, capable of withstanding the most intense dogfights and landings. The sleek and understated design seamlessly blends into any flight sim setup, making it a peripheral you’ll be proud to display. Compatibility is excellent, with flawless PC integration and recognition by all major flight simulation titles. The ability to swap grips is a major advantage, future-proofing your investment as Thrustmaster releases new models.
Furthermore, the AVA Base introduces a new dimension of customization with its interchangeable cams. This innovative feature allows you to fine-tune the axis curve even further, offering an additional layer of personalization to match your specific flying style and preferences. Whether you prefer a linear response, a gentle curve, or something in between, the interchangeable cams provide the flexibility to create the ideal feel for your virtual flights.
Of course, precision and personalization come at a price. The AVA Base’s premium price tag positions it squarely in the realm of dedicated flight sim enthusiasts. For casual pilots or those on a budget, less expensive alternatives exist. The initial setup and configuration can be time-consuming, as finding the perfect balance of settings takes experimentation. The software, while functional, lacks the polish one might expect at this price point, and a more intuitive interface would enhance the overall experience.
During extensive testing, a few minor wrinkles emerged. The adjustable parameters, while impressive, can be fiddly to fine-tune. A more tactile interface, perhaps with physical dials, might enhance the user experience. Additionally, a slight dead zone at the center of the stick’s travel was observed. While barely noticeable in most scenarios, it could be a concern for pilots demanding absolute precision.
In conclusion, the Thrustmaster AVA Base is a remarkable piece of engineering. Its level of customization is unrivaled, allowing pilots to create a joystick experience that truly feels like an extension of themselves. The build quality is exceptional, compatibility is excellent, and the addition of interchangeable cams further expands its potential for personalization.
However, it’s not without its drawbacks. The price is steep, and the configuration process can be daunting. Minor issues like the dead zone and somewhat clunky software detract slightly from the overall experience.
If you’re a serious flight simmer seeking the ultimate in control and personalization, the AVA Base is a worthy investment. It’s a tool that can elevate your virtual flying to new heights, allowing you to fine-tune every aspect of your joystick experience to match your unique preferences and flying style. For casual pilots or those on a budget, more affordable options exist.
Developer Moon Punch Studio and Publisher Toplitz Productions are thrilled to announce that Wild West Dynasty, the sandbox city builder mixed with survival adventure, leaves Early Access today and is moving into version 1.0 with its highly anticipated new content-rich update.
This update marks the biggest milestone in the development of Wild West Dynasty yet. Not only a culmination of all improvements made since its start into Early Access, version 1.0 brings a plethora of previously unreleased improvements and additions with it. Virtually no stone was left unturned. With a new engrossing story, a stagecoach full of gameplay enhancements, improved performance and visuals as well as new elements like the fresh analysis feature to learn new crafting recipes, there has never been a better time to start settling in the American frontier of the 1800s.
Explore the wide open landscape, find and exploit resources and help other settlers to find a home in the barren wasteland of the American Midwest. With a deep building and decoration system that also allows wide customization, you can make your Wild West dreams become reality. Manage the denizens and villages to make sure everybody is performing to their best ability or set up treks to other settlements to exchange wares and ressources.
Follow the brand-new storyline, focus on building a life on the edge of the American frontier or anything in between: Catering to a variety of playstyles, Wild West Dynasty gives you the ultimate freedom to experience the wild west as you see fit.
Wild West Dynasty version 1.0 is available now. More information on the game can be found on the official Steam product page.
Netflix today released the Red Band Trailer for TERMINATOR ZERO debuting out of Anime NYC. The NSFW sneak peak marks less than one week until Judgment Day.
The eight-episode series is created and executive produced by Mattson Tomlin and executive produced by Skydance, Animation by Production IG Studios.
There is no fate when TERMINATOR ZERO premieres JUDGMENT DAY August 29, 2024 only on Netflix.
