Author - Jerry Paxton

Little Monsters Steelbook Release Date

2024/01/10

Howie Mandell and Fred Savage return with the Vestron cult classic Little Monsters, arriving March 5 on SteelBook^® Blu-ray™ + Digital from Lionsgate. Join sixth-grader Maurice as he finds his new best friend, who happens to be the monster under his bed! Featuring all-new artwork from Vance Kelly, Little Monsters will only be available at Walmart on SteelBook for the suggested retail price of $22.99.

OFFICIAL SYNOPSIS
Little Monsters is the story of Brian, a sixth grader who’s recently moved to a new town and made friends with Maurice — the monster who lives under Brian’s bed! Maurice introduces Brian to the world of monsters, where junk food rules, adults aren’t allowed, and the fun and games never end. But when Brian’s brother is kidnapped, it’s time for Brian to get serious and fight the monsters on their turf in this zany cult favorite.

4K ULTRA HD / BLU-RAY SPECIAL FEATURES

Audio Commentary with Jarret Gahan, Editor-In-Chief of cultofmonster.com
Isolated Score Selections and Audio Interview with Composer David Newman
“Call Him Maurice” — An Interview with Actor Howie Mandel
“Beneath The Bed” — An Interview with Producer Andrew Licht
“Monsters Big & Small” — An Interview with Special Makeup Effects Creator Robert Short
Vintage Interviews with Actors Fred Savage, Ben Savage, Special Makeup Effects Creator Robert Short, and Director Richard Alan Greenberg
Behind-The-Scenes Footage
Vintage Footage: “Making Maurice” — Howie Mandel’s Makeup Transformation
Vintage EPK & VHS Promo
Theatrical Trailer
Still Gallery

Lil Guardsman Release Date Trailer

2024/01/10

Jerry Paxton

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

Independent game studio Hilltop Studios has revealed that their upcoming narrative-driven deduction adventure game Lil’ Guardsman will launch on PC, Nintendo Switch, all PlayStation and all Xbox consoles on January 23rd. Prepare to decide the fate of the kingdom in this comical successor to classic 90’s point-and-click adventures!

To commemorate this reveal, Hilltop Studios has released an all new trailer introducing players to 12-year-old substitute guardsman Lil, as she breaks down what it takes to cover for her wayward father on the job. Get a glimpse at some of the colorful characters, difficult decisions, and all manner of security-related shenanigans you’ll get up to ahead of Lil’ Guardsman’s launch.

Lil’ Guardsman is a narrative deduction game inspired by the classic point-and-click genre and the mechanics of Papers, Please. Set in a high-fantasy world with the comedic sensibility of Monkey Island and other 90s Lucasarts adventure classics, Lil’ Guardsman puts players in the role of a young girl who finds herself tasked with covering for her dad as a castle gte guardsman. What could go wrong?

As you interrogate an array of eccentric characters trying to gain entry to the city walls, you must discover each visitor’s true intentions through cunning dialogue and a clever use of your toolbox of investigative items. Use your cypher-cracking Decoder Ring, douse travelers in Truth Spray, or threaten them with your trusty Bullwhip! You’ll have to make tough decisions as Lil, deciding who to allow into her castle home. Consequences can be severe, so you must make clever use of your abilities to uncover mass conspiracies and protect Lil’s castle and family from devious interlopers.

Corsair Launches K55 Core Membrane Keyboard

2024/01/10

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News, Trailers / Videos

CORSAIR® (NASDAQ: CRSR), a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, today announced the launch of a new keyboard that introduces PC gaming performance and RGB to all players: the K55 CORE. A key companion in your gaming journey, the K55 CORE sets you on the pathway to victory.

Play, have fun, and start racking up wins on the K55 CORE, a full-size keyboard that sports a slim, modern profile, designed specifically with PC gaming in mind. Execute precise movements, perform critical actions, and type in chat on quiet responsive membrane keys, while controlling volume and playback easily via four dedicated media buttons – making you a master of video, music, and more. The K55 CORE also resists spills of up to 300ml, so your keyboard can withstand years of use without quitting.

Ten-zone RGB makes the K55 CORE – and your games – truly stand out. And CORSAIR iCUE software ignites your keyboard’s full potential, giving you the ability to customize lighting effects, program macros, remap keys, and sync your keyboard’s RGB to the rest of your gaming setup.

The K55 CORE brings all the right features and abilities to the fight. Dedicated Win Lock prevents accidental Windows Key presses from ever breaking your combos again, and RGB brightness can be adjusted with the press of a button. For the most frenetic key smashes, 12-key rollover ensures that your actions get through, all at a snappy 1,000Hz polling rate.

No matter what your games throw at you, the K55 CORE can keep up and then some, giving you everything you need to start your winning streak.

Availability, Warranty, and Pricing

The CORSAIR K55 CORE gaming keyboard is available immediately from the CORSAIR webstore and the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized online retailers and distributors.

The CORSAIR K55 CORE gaming keyboard is backed by a two-year warranty, alongside the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.

For up-to-date pricing of the CORSAIR K55 CORE gaming keyboard, please refer to the CORSAIR website or contact your local CORSAIR sales or PR representative.

Web Pages

To learn more about the CORSAIR K55 CORE gaming keyboard, please visit:
https://www.corsair.com/k55-core

For a complete list of all CORSAIR keyboards, please visit:

https://www.corsair.com/c/keyboards

Moonwalkers X Unveiled at CES 2024

2024/01/09

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Tech News

Significantly lighter, quicker, and smarter than the original Moonwalkers model introduced in the spring of 2023, Moonwalkers X have six wheels instead of 10, provide an order of magnitude of greater control and responsiveness, have a tighter turning radius, utilize softer wheels for
a lower impact force, and also accommodate smaller shoe sizes. Innovators and innovative firms interested in experiencing the power and ease-of-use of these robotic shoes at CES 2024 are invited to reserve a Guaranteed VIP Appointment to Test-Walk in Moonwalkers X at the Shift Robotics’ booth at CES — #CP-20 (in the Central Plaza of the Las Vegas Convention Center).

Shift Robotics’ newest model of robotic shoes are called Moonwalkers X, and they will be unveiled next week at CES 2024, America’s largest technology-focused convention and trade show.

These newest robotic shoes from Shift Robotics are notable for several reasons (when compared to the original model of Moonwalkers). For example, Moonwalkers X

Are significantly lighter — one pound less for each shoe;
Incorporate a complete overhaul of the control system, further boosting safety and agility when maneuvering, especially in close quarters;
Deliver improved shock absorption to further lower the risk of repetitive injury; and
Showcase a fresh new design with modularity and customization in mind.
Additionally, Moonwalkers X will also fit smaller shoe sizes.

Taken in concert, Moonwalkers X are specifically designed for business/commercial use, particularly those applications where employees walk a lot on-the-job, such as in the distribution, logistics, and warehouse marketplace where individuals might walk as many as 30,000 steps per day.

Moonwalkers X are slated to begin shipping in the first half of 2024, with pricing to be released at that time.

Shift Robotics has also reserved a limited quantity of Moonwalkers X for innovative companies interested in guaranteeing priority access to the new model of robotic shoes when they become available. Those interested should contact the company about its CES 2024 Show Special.

“With Moonwalkers X, we’ve redefined lightweight mobility by trimming nearly a pound from the original design,” said Xunjie Zhang, CEO and founder of Shift Robotics, and Moonwalkers inventor.
“Imagine the ease of workers’ boots but with the power of Moonwalkers. Our revamped drivetrain, the magnesium alloy based frame, and the new shock absorbing wheels all come together to offer the smoothest, most efficient warehouse navigation ever.

“In developing X, our focus was clear: enhancing productivity without compromising safety. By collaborating closely with our 3PL partners, we’ve tuned Moonwalkers X to meet the rigors of warehouse environments with an unwavering commitment to worker safety.

“As such, ShiftOS 2.0 is born from our insights into thousands of existing Moonwalkers users and our logistics partners — a complete reinvention of our control system. It’s packed with tons of safety enhancements, from advanced traction control to more responsive acceleration and braking, plus refined gait detection to eliminate abrupt stops, ensuring every step is secure and smooth.”

According to the company, its clients have found that warehouse workers responsible for shipping products more than double their productivity by wearing Moonwalkers. Additionally, one Shift Robotics’ client projects that its Moonwalkers-wearing employees will save nearly 400 hours per year in Travel Time, the amount of time associates take to walk from location to location within its facilities during their work days.

According to Zhang, Shift Robotics expects to see comparable or better results with Moonwalkers X.

“Given these new features, I will not be surprised at all to see our business clients realize even greater results by deploying Moonwalkers X in their distribution centers, warehouses, logistics facilities, and retail locations,” he said.

With more than 130,000 individuals expected to participate in CES 2024 next week, Shift Robotics invites innovation executives and innovative organizations interested in improved productivity to schedule an appointment to Test-Walk in Moonwalkers at CES 2024 in the Shift Robotics booth —#CP-20 in the Central Plaza -immediately east of the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Warpath Sniper Trailer Released

2024/01/09

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Mobile News, News, Trailers / Videos

In case you haven’t heard, developer Lilith Games revealed an all-new Warpath trailer that showcases the military RTS game’s exciting sniper action, epic battles, and innovative tactical gameplay.

Warpath, available to play for free on PC and mobile iOS and Android devices, features a variety of heart-pounding sniper missions that let players hone their sharpshooter skills both on the ground and in the air. Experience what it takes to pull the trigger and be the savior on the battlefield in this cinematic, action-packed trailer.

The new mini-game Tank Tower 2 is also available to play now, giving Warpath players a chance to win valuable in-game resources, such as assault rifles and shotguns. Playing Tank Tower 2 is fun and easy — simply build your own tank tower by releasing tank blocks as they slide left and right. The higher you stack, the better rewards you will get! Climb up the Tank Tower 2 leaderboard and earn multiple rewards for being in the top 500, including gift cards valued at up to $300. Play Tank Tower 2 now at tanktower2-warpath.lilith.com.

With nearly 35 million downloads globally and acclaimed by industry veterans, Warpath is a legendary military RTS game that allows players to test their courage and tactics against other brilliant commanders from around the world. Warpath is consistently featured on the front pages of the App Store and Google Play store, earning impressive ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars by iOS players and 4.3 out of 5 stars by Android players. Featuring intense sniper action, in-depth tactical gameplay, deeply customizable military units, and realistic weaponry, Warpath is one of the best military strategy games available today.

Xbox Developer_Direct Returns on January 18th

2024/01/09

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Industry News, News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

You’re about to get an exciting look at some of the incredible games ahead with Xbox, as we present a new edition of Developer_Direct. On Thursday, January 18 at 12pm PT / 3pm ET / 8pm UK, fans will get an inside look at a selection of highly anticipated games coming to Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Game Pass. Shortly after, ZeniMax Online Studios will host The Elder Scrolls Online 2024 Global Reveal at 1pm PT / 4pm ET / 9pm UK to preview 2024’s biggest update.

Presented by the game creators themselves, Developer_Direct offers an in-depth look at upcoming titles, how they’re being created, and who’s creating them. We’ll visit MachineGames in Sweden to check in on their Indiana Jones game, swing by Obsidian’s Irvine offices to see more from Avowed, head to Oxide Games’ Maryland home to learn about Ara: History Untold, and take a trip to Cambridge, England to see Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II from Ninja Theory. Please note that while this show won’t have updates on games from Activision Blizzard, you can look forward to news from those teams later this year.

The show will be a celebration of just a selection of our slate of upcoming games from Xbox. It’s also another part of our commitment to consistently bringing Xbox players can’t-miss experiences. 2024 kicked off with a bang for Game Pass members, and you can expect that line-up to include more incredible games from Xbox and our partners as the year goes on.

Fans should tune in on Xbox channels at 12pm PT / 3pm ET / 8pm UK, January 18 to see all the latest on:

Indiana Jones game: MachineGames, the award-winning studio behind the recent Wolfenstein series, will reveal their upcoming Indiana Jones game, an action-adventure that puts players in the leather jacket of the legendary archaeologist. Developer_Direct will showcase more than 10 minutes of game and developer insights, including details about the game’s setting and story, how fans will actually play as Indy, additional details from his next globe-trotting adventure, and the premiere of the first gameplay trailer.

Avowed: The team at Obsidian will share the first deep dive into the gameplay experience fans can expect in Avowed, their upcoming fantasy action RPG, set in the fantastical, vibrant Living Lands. Learn more about how Obsidian’s expertise in building worlds with deep themes, dynamic gameplay, and thoughtful reactivity come to life in Avowed where players will have agency to make choices to shape every step of their adventure.

Ara: History Untold: Hear from the leads at Oxide Games – a studio founded by veterans of the strategy genre and the creators behind classic strategy titles including Civilization V – as they unveil exclusive new gameplay and share more details about the inspiration, key features, and road ahead for their upcoming historical grand strategy game.

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II: Ninja Theory take us behind the scenes at their studio in Cambridge to give us some insight on how they are crafting Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II. The team will speak to the ambition and meticulous care involved in creating Senua’s journey of survival.

Shortly after Developer_Direct has concluded, ZeniMax Online Studios will host The Elder Scrolls Online 2024 Global Reveal at 1pm PT / 4pm ET / 9pm UK, a standalone presentation where the development team will unveil the game’s next major Chapter, including the new zone, storyline, and other major features coming in the game’s biggest update this year.

Stay tuned to Xbox and Bethesda’s official social channels for more on Developer_Direct, coming on Thursday, January 18 at 12pm PT / 3pm ET / 8pm UK.

Empyrion – Galactic Survival Dark Faction Trailer

2024/01/09

Jerry Paxton

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

Funcom and Eleon Game Studios announced today a new partnership that will give the Empyrion developers freedom to focus entirely on development of future Empyrion projects, while Funcom contributes with funding and publishing services. Besides a new unannounced Empyrion title, the two companies are also bringing Dark Faction, the first ever expansion to the original game, to Steam and Epic Games Store on February 6, 2024.

The small international development team is based in Lausanne, Switzerland and have worked on Empyrion – Galactic Survival, the galaxy-spanning survival sandbox game, since 2015, continuously improving and expanding the experience. Since then, well over a million players have survived on a multitude of varied planets and built their own entirely custom spaceships to explore the mysteries of the galaxy. Now, with Funcom taking the reins on publishing, the team has been free to pursue even more ambitious additions.

In Empyrion’s first-ever Expansion, discover a terrifying threat to the entire galaxy: an almost indestructible organism driven to spread and take over any life it touches. The brand-new scenario explores a darker side of the Empyrion galaxy, plunging you into an intense survival story from the get-go while also providing an improved onboarding experience.

Dark Faction is perfect for both newcomers and veterans of Empyrion alike, offering new mechanics, including improved melee combat, new materials to build with, and mysteries to discover.

“Working with the team at Eleon Game Studios is a real privilege,” said Erling Ellingsen, Chief Marketing Officer at Funcom. “As a developer and publisher of open world survival game ourselves, Empyrion has been a favorite among many at Funcom and we’re excited for the opportunity to help Eleon expand this universe. Not only with Dark Faction, but also with even bigger things in the future.”

Eric Lucas, one of Eleon Game Studios’ founders, mentioned, “In my opinion, Empyrion – Galactic Survival has not yet reached its full potential. With Funcom’s deep expertise in survival and space games, they are the perfect partner to allow us to scale up the Empyrion universe to its complete original vision with a big step up in quality. We are really delighted and proud to work with Funcom’s great team on what’s to come!”

With Eleon Games’ entire team devoted to development, they are also preparing for their next flagship installment in the Empyrion universe, and with Funcom’s recent publishing record, including Shiro Games’ Dune: Spice Wars and The Outsiders’ multi-award winning Metal: Hellsinger, thrusters are blasting at full power towards the future of space-faring survival.

The Dark Faction Expansion for Empyrion – Galactic Survival launches on Steam and Epic Games Store on February 6, 2024.

Knott’s PEANUTS Celebration Returns on January 27th

2024/01/09

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

Knott’s PEANUTS Celebration welcomes fans of all ages to join Snoopy and the PEANUTS gang as they stage a park takeover with plenty of excitement and family-friendly fun starting January 27 and running daily through February 25. The park-wide celebration features a new Franklin-focused exhibit, plenty of new PEANUTS-inspired cuisine, a fun lineup of returning shows and photo ops that allow guests to step into the iconic Charles M. Schulz comic strips. Throughout the park, guests will have plenty of chances to play and interact with their favorite PEANUTS characters.

At Calico’s Town Hall, guests will enter a new, limited-time exhibit dedicated to Charles Schulz’s iconic character, Franklin, and discover his importance to history and pop culture. He joined the PEANUTS Gang in 1968 when Charlie Brown met Franklin at the beach. Plus, visitors can hang out with Franklin and snap a photo with him that is too cool for school!

At the Calico Mine Stage, the PEANUTS characters will perform the musical game show It’s Your Life, Charlie Brown, with the loveable title character getting the surprise of his life. There will be music, fun and surprise guests, including the world’s most famous beagle, Snoopy. The stage will transform at nightfall as the park hosts Snoopy’s Legendary Rooftop Concert. The Peanuts Gang has teamed up with the indie band, The Jelly of the Month Club, for a high-energy spectacle sure to have everyone dancing.

The PEANUTS-inspired festivities will continue at the Bird Cage Theatre as the park offers an experience that teaches the young and the young at heart how to draw their favorite PEANUTS characters. The PEANUTS Sketch School will include our resident art teacher, providing step-by-step instructions on creating the perfect PEANUTS masterpiece. Also in Bird Cage Theatre will be Charlie Brown’s Trivia Challenge, where guests can test their knowledge with PEANUTS universe questions and eye-popping visual challenges.

A western escapade occurs with Franklin and Linus at Calico Park as they transform into cowboys in the PEANUTS Cowboy Jamboree. The boys are looking to challenge guests with some of Calico’s root-toot-tootiest games. Also in Ghost Town is Pigpen’s Pig Pen, where everyone’s favorite messy pal will join the rest of the PEANUTS Gang as he hosts a special meetup at the Livery Stables with some of his animal friends.

Throughout the park, guests will not only be able to meet, greet, and play with the PEANUTS gang, but also enjoy nearly a dozen different family and kid-friendly rides and attractions around the park including Calico Mine Ride, Knott’s Bear-y Tales: Return to the Fair and the Carrusel de California. Bigger thrills are also in store for the more adventurous guests on favorites like GhostRider, Xcelerator, Silver Bullet and HangTime. Debuting this summer, the reimagined Camp Snoopy will offer more to explore. Campers of all ages will be able to become full-fledged Beagle Scouts as they explore new rides, including a family coaster, along with new character experiences, entertainment, a dining hall, a camp store, plus more guest amenities.

The best way to enjoy Knott’s PEANUTS Celebration – plus all of the other Seasons of Fun in 2024, including the reimagined Camp Snoopy – is with a Season Pass! A 2024 Season Pass includes unlimited visits for all of 2024, discounts on select food and merchandise, and access to exciting year-round seasonal events. Regular Season Passes are on sale for as low as six payments of $16 after initial payment plus applicable fees. For an unforgettable celebration, book a Peanuts Celebration Hotel Getaway Package at The Knott’s Hotel. This specialty package includes overnight accommodation, park admission, access to the breakfast buffet and hotel parking. For tickets and more information about Knott’s Berry Farm, please visit knotts.com or download the Knott’s Berry Farm app. Join the conversation on social using the hashtag #KnottsPeanutsCelebration

World of Warships Kicks Off 2024 with American Aircraft Carriers

2024/01/08

Jerry Paxton

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

Wargaming, the publisher and developer of the leading naval battle MMO World of Warships, is kicking off the New Year with a new line of U.S. Aircraft Carriers in Early Access. The game’s first update of 2024 also sees the continued construction of Italian cruiser Michelangelo in the Dockyard, a new take on Bounty Hunt, the return of popular hololive production collaboration content, as well as a return of Ranked Battles and Brawls.

U.S. Aircraft Carriers Land in Early Access

Kicking off Update 13.0 is a new line of U.S. Aircraft Carriers in Early Access, adding three new ships: Tier VI Independence, Tier VIII Yorktown, and Tier X Essex. This range of ships play differently as they are limited to one standard squadron, the torpedo bombers supplemented with two tactical squadrons consisting of attack and dive bomber aircraft. Starting at Tier VIII, the tactical squadrons are equipped with the new Smoke Curtain Generator consumable, allowing them to bring a new tactical depth in battle.

To mark this new line, a special U.S. Aircraft Carriers event will take place. Progressing through 20 levels of daily and weekly missions, players can unlock an array of rewards including commemorative flags, camouflages, and Containers. But it doesn’t end there, as players will have the option to unlock an additional progression line packed with 20 more levels.

Bounty Hunt, Brawls and Battles galore!

The latest iteration of the Bounty Hunt event is set to return to the game on February 1. Packed with plenty of rewards, four new achievements, major changes, and access to the Star Emissaries collection, this version is not to be missed! Available via random bundles, players can unlock a number of bonuses and Star Emissaries content including two different ships, STAR Kitakaze and STAR Edinburgh, and two Commanders each equipped with 10 skill points.

Update 13.0 welcomes Season 15 and the return of Ranked Battles on January 10, and three new Brawls beginning January 15. As always, Brawls will see varying rule sets to challenge the most daring of teams in their pursuit of naval dominance!

For those looking to complete something a bit less combative and a bit more constructive, the building continues at the Sestri Ponente Dockyard, rewarding dedicated players with Tier IX Italian cruiser Michelangelo.

Hololive production returns to World of Warships

As part of Update 13.0, World of Warships welcomes back hololive production to the game with a resale of top content! Popular VTubers such as Shishiro Botan, Moona Hoshinova, Takanashi Kiara, Watson Amelia, and more will once again be available as Commanders, ready to lead fleets to victory. Running for two weeks beginning February 2, 2024, the resale will also include consumable skins, flags, and a camo bundle for hololive production fans to enjoy.

You can find the full patch notes here.

Mosqitter Shows Off The Mini, a Compact Eco-Friendly Mosquito Control Solution, at CES 2024

2024/01/08

Jerry Paxton

CES, Geek News, News, Tech News

Mosqitter, a Ukrainian women-founded tech company, recognized for pioneering eco-friendly solutions to decrease mosquito nuisances and to combat mosquito-borne diseases, unveiled the Mini, a compact version of their industrial-scale Grand, designed for smaller outdoor spaces.

Collaborating with entomologists, engineers from Mosqitter integrated the four human elements that attract mosquitoes: CO2 from breathing, heat signatures from our bodies, UV light at a specific wavelength emitted by humans, and scent. The R&D team developed the Grand mosquito trap optimizing attraction across these four elements leveraging smart technology with no toxic chemicals to reduce mosquito populations by 93% within a 2 acre-radius.* Mosqitter Grand has been deployed across five continents and was instrumental in safeguarding global leaders at the G20 Summit in New Delhi.

“Our goal is to deliver smart solutions that seamlessly integrate hardware and software, creating secure environments to protect people’s health. We provide our response to climate action by offering eco-friendly products designed to combat mosquitoes and other harmful insects in a green way,” said Anastasiia Romanova, CEO of Mosqitter.

Building on the Grand’s success in large residences and businesses like resorts and restaurants, Mosqitter identified a need for a compact version for smaller home spaces, resulting in the development of the Mosqitter Mini.

Similar to the Grand, the Mini optimizes four attraction elements to trap mosquitoes and other flying pests without toxic chemicals, while avoiding harm to beneficial insects like butterflies and bees. The Mini operates with a 4X** higher efficiency compared to other traps and zappers, all while operating silently without any buzzing or zapping noises.

The Mosqitter Mini is suitable for both outdoor and indoor use. Weighing only 4 pounds and standing at 13.7 inches tall, it can be hung or placed on a flat surface. Highly efficient and energy-saving, consuming only 35 watts, the Mini will be available for sale in Fall 2024 with a $149.99 MSRP. The Grand, priced at $1,999.99 MSRP, and the Mini will be showcased at Mosqitter’s CES booth on January 9-12, 2024, at the Venetian Expo, Tech West, Level 2, Booth 50117.