Author - Jerry Paxton

CORSAIR Expands iCUE LINK Ecosystem with Performance RX Series Fans

2024/02/27

CORSAIR (Nasdaq: CRSR) today launched the iCUE LINK RX Series of PC cooling fans, further expanding the company’s groundbreaking iCUE LINK ecosystem. This launch marks a significant step in the evolution of CORSAIR’s portfolio of DIY components, reinforcing the company’s dedication to innovation and excellence in the dynamic DIY PC market.

RX Series fans represent a pinnacle of engineering, incorporating CORSAIR Magnetic Dome bearings, AirGuide technology, and in-house fan blade development optimized for unparalleled cooling efficiency in both radiator and PC case applications. Their integration into the unique iCUE LINK ecosystem exemplifies the company’s commitment to making the PC building experience more accessible and welcoming to a broader audience.

RX fans set a new standard in build quality and airflow performance for both radiator and case applications. This superior performance is the culmination of exhaustive research and development, meticulous performance optimization, and the integration of cutting-edge materials like Liquid Crystal Polymer (in non-RGB models). Furthermore, the construction of the fan blade and frame incorporates glass fiber reinforcement, enhancing their durability.

The RX Series features digital control through the iCUE LINK ecosystem so you can precisely set your preferred fan speeds – up to 2,100 RPM (120mm) or 1,700 RPM (140mm). Preset fan curves are easy to set up within CORSAIR iCUE software, as well as advanced fine-tuning to optimize your system’s thermal demands.

“We made it our mission to create a fan that could achieve top performance as either a radiator fan or a case fan,” said Aaron Neal, Director of DIY Product Marketing at CORSAIR. “We also wanted to incorporate iCUE LINK technology for the best possible build experience. With the RX Series, we believe we’ve hit all of those criteria and more.”

CORSAIR’s proprietary Magnetic Dome bearing creates almost no friction, minimizing noise while enhancing the fan’s longevity. RX and RX RGB fans are also the first to include CORSAIR Quikturn™ screws featuring unique threading for installation in just a single twist.

Since its release last year, the iCUE LINK ecosystem has been enthusiastically received in the DIY market for its transformative approach to PC building. With the ability to chain different component types together using a universal standard connector, CORSAIR has made the building process more intuitive and streamlined. Smart technology integrated into all iCUE LINK products enables intelligent, bi-directional communication with a single System Hub, sending both data and power to the entire series of devices through a single port. The result is dramatically reduced build times and simplified cable management – removing key barriers to entry for newcomers.

CORSAIR iCUE LINK RX RGB fans are available in black or white, while non-RGB RX fans are available in stealth black variant. Starter kits include three 120mm or two 140mm fans along with an iCUE LINK System Hub. Single fan expansion kits enable you to add more to your iCUE LINK cooling setup.

Haunted House Renovator Heading to Kickstarter

2024/02/27

Jerry Paxton

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

Haunted House Renovator, a game that promises to redefine renovation gaming with its spine-chilling twists, is heading to Kickstarter on March 6th. In Haunted House Renovator, players step into the shoes of a paranormal renovator tasked with restoring dilapidated houses plagued by supernatural phenomena. From battling ghosts to dispelling curses, the game challenges players to confront the unknown while breathing new life into haunted dwellings.

Key features:

A first-person paranormal renovator simulator experience that plunges players into the heart of the supernatural.
Atmospheric graphics that set the stage for a truly eerie adventure.
Encounters consisting of various hauntings, possessions, and curses players have to combat while navigating through each haunted house.
Diverse locations worldwide, each presenting its challenges and mysteries.
Unbound creativity with decorating, enabling players to transform these haunted houses into inviting homes.

Why Kickstarter? Developers aim to exceed their initial scope set for the game, enabling them to add more content beyond what they originally planned.

This crowdfunding empowers backers to play a role in shaping the final iteration of the game. Even if the game doesn’t reach its fundraising goal, Haunted House Renovator will still see the light of day.

Going on Kickstarter allows developers to add more features, for example, an expanded array of furniture and decorations, enriching the overall gameplay experience.

Those who contribute a minimum of CA$ 5 will be able to immerse themselves in this first-person paranormal renovator simulator’s demo ahead of time, battling ghosts and dispelling curses as they breathe new life into haunted dwellings. Players who contribute CA$ 15 or more will get the full version of the game once it launches.

Kickstarter link: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/playway/haunted-house-renovator-expanded-and-console-edition

GameScent Available Now

2024/02/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News, Trailers / Videos

GameScent is a groundbreaking new device that fully enhances player immersion by automatically releasing scents that correspond with gameplay, without the need for any specific game development. As players dive into a game, GameScent’s patent-pending adaptor captures audio in real-time. These real-time audio cues are processed by GameScent’s innovative AI to release scents that correspond with the on-screen action. Inhale the smoky aroma of battle, the exhilarating scent of speeding race cars, the calming fragrance of a forest, or the fresh smell of rain after a storm. Developed by a team with extensive backgrounds in consumer electronics, health and wellness, and gaming, GameScent is fully compatible with gaming consoles, PC and VR.

“Studies have shown that the sense of smell imprints in long-term memory more strongly than anything else”, said Casey Bunce, President. “With GameScent, we’re hoping to elevate gamers’ experiences to be more exciting and memorable than they ever have been before.”

GameScent allows players to experience the atmosphere of their games more vividly with a diverse Scent Palette that includes:

Gun Fire: Experience the intensity of a firefight.
Explosion: Feel the magnitude of a blast.
Racing: Sense the speed and thrill of the track.
“Clean Air”: instantly neutralizes any scents in the room.
Storm: Immerse yourself in the fresh smell after a storm.
Forest: Connect with the soothing aura of nature.

These easy-to-swap cartridges keep the sensory adventure going while the Air Neutralizer allows players to manually trigger “Clean Air” to neutralize all scents after a gaming session. Additional scents will also be available for purchase separately in the future, such as Blood, Ocean, Sports Arena, and Fresh Cut Grass. All of GameScent’s cartridges feature scents created alongside world-class perfumists to deliver a best in class experience.

GameScent will be attending this year’s PAX East with a dedicated booth #11038. PAX East attendees will be able to experience GameScent along with giveaways and more.

GameScent is available now on GameScent.com, Amazon.com, BestBuy.com and Gamestop.com.

Terror at Oakheart Launch Trailer

2024/02/27

Jerry Paxton

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

Developer Tainted Pact and publisher Assemble Entertainment have released sidescrolling retro-inspired horror adventure Terror at Oakheart on PC via Steam. Visit the town of Oakheart, where you’ll encounter a horrifying killer named Teddy, who terrorizes the community. As the body count rises, you must uncover the secrets behind this masked menace and the town of Oakheart itself. Do so – if you dare!

Inspired by slasher films from the ’80s and ’90s, Terror at Oakheart follows a wide cast of characters, each of whom is destined to perish at the hands of the psychotic serial killer known as Teddy. But all is not what it seems, as Teddy is under the sway of a Lovecraftian beast, adding even more intrigue to the already mysterious events that unfold. Play as Eric, Ethan, Rose, Tyler, and others, and see who will survive the onslaught, while working to uncover the truth behind Teddy’s motivations.

In Terror at Oakheart, you will move through a number of sets throughout the town, such as Teddy’s house, the nearby police station, a ranger station, camp areas, and others. As you explore, you’ll investigate and uncover more about Teddy and the town of Oakheart in this horrifying retro-inspired adventure.

Reminiscent of games and films from the ‘80s and ‘90s, Terror at Oakheart has a gorgeous, vibrant pixel art style that gives it a nostalgic touch. The terror is turned up to 11 thanks to the atmospheric presentation that will surely keep you on the edge of your seat.

Turtle Beach VelocityOne Race Universal Wheel & Pedal System Out Now

2024/02/27

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News, Trailers / Videos

Buckle-up, grab the wheel and floor it because best-selling gaming headset and accessory maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: HEAR), today announced its first-ever racing gaming simulation setup, the Turtle Beach® VelocityOne™ Race, is now available. Designed for Xbox and Windows PCs, this groundbreaking universal wheel & pedal system comes from the brand’s multi-award-winning VelocityOne simulation team and features the latest technologies and premium materials to help drivers take pole positions and checkered flags. VelocityOne Race is available today for $649.99 MSRP at www.turtlebeach.com and participating retailers worldwide.

“VelocityOne Race leaves competitors in the dust with its incomparable racing simulation performance, overall design, and build quality,” said Cris Keirn, Interim CEO and SVP of Global Sales, Turtle Beach Corporation. “Turtle Beach has once again delivered a gaming simulation accessory that resets the bar for the category. VelocityOne Race features the latest technologies serious sim racing fans and drivers will love, at a price that is hard to beat.”

Racing sim fans will experience high-fidelity direct-drive force feedback through VelocityOne Race’s custom-built 7.2 Nm rated K: Drive™ motor. The K:Drive motor delivers ultra-realistic, powerful feedback while maintaining smooth steering and detailed reactions to in-race events and track conditions. At drivers’ feet, VelocityOne Race’s aluminum pedals and Dynamic Brake Tek™ load-cell brakes simulate true-to-life braking performance, so racers will feel the G’s and brake-fade in every turn. A removable, hand-stitched leather wheel provides enhanced realism and improved grip while banging through gears using Mag-Shift™ paddle shifters that deliver fast, reliable, and consistent shifts. Plus, two additional analog paddles with magnetic Hall Effect sensors provide precise clutch and handbrake control.

Real-time race telemetry data in supported racing games and customized controls are quickly and clearly visible on VelocityOne Race’s revolutionary integrated Race Management Display™. Customization doesn’t stop on the display, as VelocityOne Race’s remappable buttons and Tuner companion app – available on Xbox, Windows PCs, and supported mobile devices – ensures that no matter the car or race, drivers are in-tune with the status of their car while competing.

For full details on Turtle Beach’s VelocityOne Race universal wheel and pedal system, watch the debut video here. For more information on VelocityOne Race and the latest Turtle Beach gaming accessories, visit www.turtlebeach.com and be sure to follow Turtle Beach on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

Solium Infernum – Official Launch Trailer

2024/02/26

Jerry Paxton

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

League of Geeks, developers of the hugely successful indie strategy game Armello, have officially launched Solium Infernum, a political grand strategy game of subterfuge, intrigue, and betrayal set in Hell. The game is now available on PC via Steam with a temporary 15% discount for $33.99 / €33.14 / £28.47 (price without discount $39.99 / €38.99 / £33.50), opening the gates of Hell to all grand strategy fans.

In Solium Infernum, players assume the role of one of Hell’s eight great Archfiends. They must outwit and outmanoeuvre their rivals to claim the vacant Infernal Throne through the mastery of devious political and military strategy. With a wealth of tactics awaiting their disposal, players have to bluff, backstab, and sow betrayal on their path to victory.

The game boasts diverse multiplayer modes, accommodating both time-strapped players and those seeking extended strategic encounters. Asynchronous multiplayer matches support up to six players with turns taken across several days or weeks and requiring just a few minutes to play every day. For strategy fans favouring immediate action, real-time multiplayer is also available.

Star Trek Adventures Tabletop Roleplaying Game to Launch Second Edition

2024/02/26

Jerry Paxton

Book News, Geek News, News

Modiphius Entertainment Ltd. will publish a second edition of its award-winning Star Trek™ roleplaying game, Star Trek Adventures, later this year with a new core rulebook and a series of game expansions to follow.

The British publisher continues to enjoy a strong licensing relationship with Paramount Consumer Products, adding Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and Star Trek: Prodigy to the license, allowing it to produce game material for both series alongside the rest of the franchise.

A new core rulebook will premiere at Gen Con 2024, and a new starter set will be released in the fall. The core rulebook will allow players to create original characters and starships, immersing themselves in Star Trek stories of their own making. The second edition of the popular RPG will build on and refine the rules from the first edition, and is compatible with first edition supplements and expansions.

The second edition of the game opens up the possibility for players to step outside the Starfleet-focused gameplay and tell stories with the well-known species of the Star Trek universe, including the Klingon and Romulan Empires, in addition to others present across the franchise. With the addition of Strange New Worlds to the license, the new edition will feature art themed around the popular new series.

Speaking about the team’s work, project manager Jim Johnson said: “Phase two of Star Trek Adventures is giving us the opportunity to refine the award-winning ruleset, taking advantage of all we’ve learned and published for the game and for the 2d20 System over the last seven years. And, since Star Trek presented a diverse setting from the very beginning, I felt it important the core rulebook present a more diverse spread of character possibilities beyond just the Federation. You’ll see a selection of fully playable non-Federation species in the core, expanding your group’s gameplay possibilities right from the start.”

Modiphius has had the strongest-supported licensed Star Trek tabletop roleplaying game to date, with seven years of titles giving fans extensive coverage of the source material and gameplay options. A solo-play version of Star Trek Adventures entitled Captain’s Log released in 2023 and was an immediate hit with fans and retailers alike, giving players without a group or a gamemaster the ability to create Star Trek stories about their own original characters.

Chris Birch, Modiphius founder and chief creative officer said, “You can see it in people’s eyes when they talk about their Star Trek Adventures games, that this RPG is really bringing something quite special to the table. Seven years ago we set out to tell a new story in the Star Trek universe, and to bring us all together to explore strange new worlds. So whether you’re a new crew coming to the table or old friends, I think you’ll find the second edition of Star Trek Adventures will be the beginning of your own five-year mission with all the wonder that entails.”

SARAMONIC UNVEILS THE BLINK500 B2+ WIRELESS MIC FOR CONTENT CREATORS

2024/02/26

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

Saramonic, a world-renowned brand in professional audio, proudly announces the release of its latest masterpiece – the Blink500 B2+ wireless microphone system. Equipped with USB-C, Lightning, 3.5mm TRS and 3.5mm TRRS connectors, the 4-in-1 Blink500 B2+ boasts wide compatibility with most shooting devices. The Blink500 B2+ is an upgraded version of the Blink500 B2, enhancing the beloved features of its predecessor to deliver an unparalleled audio experience for content creators at every level.

Ultimate 4-in-1 Compatibility for Seamless Creativity

Boasting a 4-in-1 design, the Blink500 B2+ delivers wide compatibility with cameras, computers, and mobile devices. This 4-in-1 solution empowers content creators to seamlessly adapt to any recording scenario, from solo podcasts to dynamic interviews and collaborative content creation.

Dual-Device Connectivity – A Game-Changer for Live Streamers

Recognizing the prevalent need for simultaneous streaming across multiple platforms, the Blink500 B2+ allows dual device connectivity with 1 receiver at the same time. Ideal for live streamers, content creators, and broadcasters, this innovation allows users to seamlessly connect and record audio on two devices simultaneously. Whether streaming on two platforms or capturing backup recordings, the Blink500 B2+ ensures maximum flexibility and convenience.

40-Hour Ultra-Long Battery Life

One of standout upgrade of Blink500 B2+ is its significantly improved battery life. The system itself can record continuously for up to 20 hours, and the charging case provides one full cycles of recharge, extending the usage time to an incredible maximum of 40 hours. This impressive longevity ensures that creators can rely on the microphone system for extended recording sessions, outdoor shooting, or travel without the interruption of frequent battery changes.

Unmatched Upgrade in Audio Quality

The revolutionary Blink500 B2+ microphone system comes with a 2-level noise reduction function and low-cut filter, ensuring a clean and immersive audio experience, free from unwanted distractions. A notable feature is its selectable Mono, Stereo, and Safety Track output modes, providing flexibility for your creativity. In addition, the advanced 2.4GHz wireless system guarantees seamless connectivity, providing reliable and interference-free performance. Furthermore, it’s real-time and external playback monitoring features elevate your creative process, allowing for on-the-fly adjustments and ensuring every nuance is captured.

For more information on Saramonic or the Blink500B2+ visit the Saramonic website or follow them on Facebook or Instagram. The Blink 500B2+ will retail for $129 in the USA.

Taxi Life: A City Driving Simulator Management Trailer

2024/02/26

Jerry Paxton

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

Developed by the Simteract studio and published by NACON, the new release Taxi Life: A City Driving Simulator offers an experience unique in its kind, by enabling players to step into shoes of a taxi driver eager to set up his own company and build it into a success. It is this management aspect that the game’s new trailer gives you a chance to discover. Already available to preorder, the game will be released for the PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on 7 March.

In Taxi Life: A City Driving Simulator, you can use the profits from your fares to create and develop your own taxi company. Buy new vehicles, recruit employees according to their profile and assign them wisely to cars, districts and working times to help your business flourish. Moreover, the experience points that you accumulate as you progress will enable you to unlock skills, to become both a better driver and entrepreneur!

In Taxi Life: A City Driving Simulator, your mission is to take your passengers to their destinations all over Barcelona, while adhering to the rules of the road, adapting your driving style to whatever the road throws at you, such as accidents or traffic jams, as well as catering to every last request from your passengers to secure good ratings and generous tips. On top of that, you must develop your own taxi company: hire other drivers, expand your fleet and make the best choices to enable your business to flourish.

Taxi Life: A City Driving Simulator will launch on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store) on 7 March 2024.

Razer Unveils Mobile Suit Gundam Collection

2024/02/26

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News

Witness the ultimate gaming convergence with the Razer | Mobile Suit Gundam Collection. Crafted in collaboration with the legendary anime series, this limited‑edition release celebrates the eternal rivalry between two iconic figures–the RX-78-2 Gundam and Char’s Zaku II. No matter which side you’re on, feel the pulse of the Gundam universe as you battle it out with a collection that’s every bit as epic as the characters it champions.

The Razer Iskur X – Mobile Suit Gundam Edition stands as an unparalleled addition to any battlestation. Engineered for ultimate comfort, this limited‑edition chair seamlessly blends iconic Gundam aesthetics with ergonomic design, capturing the commanding presence of the RX-78-2 Gundam and Zaku II like no other.

Join the Earth Federation’s pursuit of peace or embrace the Principality of Zeon’s fight for independence. More than just apparel–these tees are testament to a groundbreaking legacy that has captivated legions of fans worldwide for decades.

Embrace the legendary Mobile Suit flair of the Razer | Mobile Suit Gundam Hoodie and Sweatshirt–a seamless meld of comfort and iconic Gundam style. Be it gaming or on the go, the essence of the Gundam universe is woven into every step you take.