Publisher Kalypso Media and in-house development studio Gaming Minds Studios today reveal that Railway Empire 2 – Journey to the East is on track for arrival in February on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation®5.
Meet the visionary businessman Georges Nagelmackers and help him realize his dream of a new and opulent railroad connecting Western Europe to the exotic luxuries of the Ottoman Empire. On the way, treat your esteemed passengers to the best accommodations with the new Luxury Train Connections. These specialized carriages will only carry passengers but allow you to set higher ticket prices to maximize your revenue… assuming you can entice travelers wealthy enough to afford them.
Take in the beauty of the misty Carpathian Mountains, witness their pinnacles pierce the sky, and trade with cities and regions rich in culture and history across the Balkans of South-Eastern Europe. Make the journey across a new Balkan regional map in one of six new historically accurate locomotives including the Bavarian S 3/6 with over 10 new luxury goods to transport across your rail network.
Railway Empire 2 – Journey to the East, will arrive in February 2024 on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation®5.
Features:
Destination Constantinople: This Railway Empire 2-DLC features the new, fully voiced scenario, Journey to the East (1881-1890).
Eastbound: New regional map “Balkan” with new city buildings and station building for the southern regions of the map.
Variety of goods: More than 10 new luxury products, including Golden Honey, Exotic Olives, and Luxurious Carpets.
Colossal Power: Six new locomotives, including the Bavarian S 3/6 and the CFR 142 Carpathian Pride.
The Glamour of the Fin de Siécle: The new feature Luxury Train Connections can be researched from 1870 onwards providing new luxury wagons. Adjust the pricing for those lines to reach a higher revenue per passenger.
Go with the Vibe: Ten new themed music tracks and 19 jingles to create a more immersive campaign and map.
Lust of God, a sequel to Lust from Beyond and Lust for Darkness, was just announced by Madmind Studio. The series, originated by the publisher Movie Games, is a Lovecraftian first-person adult horror about a cult of lauv’abrarc, the god of ecstasy. The game will be released on PC via Steam.
Lust for Darkness and Lust from Beyond (available also in the less shocking M Edition) took you from our reality to Lusst’ghaa, a wicked land of pain and pleasure. In the second installment, you followed a cult hell-bent on summoning lauv’abrarc, the God of Pleasure himself. In the third one, the cult succeeded! lauv’abrarc came to Earth, however not for long.
As the entity begins to set foot on the earth, humanity, terrified, initiates a military onslaught using nuclear weapons that tear apart the giant’s body. In a closed zone established around his remnants, where everything seems to mutate and change, the Cult of Ecstasy practices their rituals, transforming their bodies to experience new kinds of pleasure.
You are a young woman who starts undergoing frightening bodily changes. You start hearing the voice of lauv’abrarc, and you can’t imagine where it’s going to take you…
KEY FEATURES
Personal, deep story infused with horror
Disturbing atmosphere blending psychosis with surrealism
Bold erotic themes in a horror setting
Terrifying enemies to confront
Gory executions
Logical puzzles
Elaborate ASMR system “voices of ecstasy” you hear in your head
World inspired by the works of Lovecraft, Giger, and Beksiński.
It may be cold outside, but itʼs always Racket Club season, so get ready to serve up some fun in todayʼs newest virtual reality game from leading XR games studio, Resolution Games. Racket Club, a brand new racket sport built from the ground up for VR to bring the best parts of games like tennis and pickleball into your own home, is now available on the Meta Quest Store, Pico and Steam [TRAILER].
Landing just in time for the holidays and new yearʼs resolutions, Racket Club is the perfect way for family and friends – even those new to VR and at any fitness skill level – to come together in an authentic and realistic social club experience built around the natural movement and fun of racket sports. So whether youʼre in it to win it or a noob that wants to learn the basics, youʼre always right at home with Racket Club.
“As an avid racket player, I really feel that we smashed it out of the park with Racket Club,” said Mathieu Castelli, chief creative officer at Resolution Games. “Weʼve taken our favorite aspects from many of the worldʼs most popular racket games including Tennis, Padel, Pickleball, and Squash and created a brand new sport that is as close to following the laws of physics as possible… with just enough leeway to create a level of fun that is only possible in VR. I canʼt wait for players of every level to dive in and enjoy the ride of physical and mental progression, starting with the basics and picking up new bits here and there as they unlock their potential in Racket Club through movement-based play.”
Players can join the court in various ways, including singles or doubles multiplayer for up to four players, go for single-player glory in Career Mode, and hone skills in drills and practice. They can also take on AI bots at the highest competitive level or simply to warm up and learn new moves. The game also features mixed reality capabilities for Meta Quest 3, 2 and Pro and on Pico 4, a much-requested feature from players experiencing physical sports games in headsets, allowing for the comfort and confidence to swing the racket at will without having to worry about actual physical barriers around you.
Inside the game, the most defining feature is the club – a large social space modeled after real racket clubs where players seamlessly spectate, play, find new partners, and more. Itʼs as though players step into a real club in VR, and thereʼs always a court available! Castelli explained, “Racket Club is not just a game. Itʼs a whole experience. We worked very hard to provide the real vibe of a real racket club – the feeling you get when you step into a place with other people playing around you, you hear them play, you can interact with them or not – itʼs your choice – but just by playing next to them you feel something very different than the usual experience online. This is the magic of social experiences in VR.”
Players can enter the courts starting today in Racket Club, now available for $24.99 on the Meta Quest Store, Pico, and Steam. For more information, please be sure to follow the community on Discord and X/Twitter.
Beyerdynamic, a legendary name in the audio world, has taken a bold step into the wireless gaming headset market with the MMX 200 Wireless. These headphones promise studio-caliber sound, a professional-grade microphone, and the liberating convenience of wireless connectivity. But do they rise above the competition and live up to the Beyerdynamic name? Let’s dive in and find out.
The MMX 200 Wireless exudes the understated yet premium feel characteristic of Beyerdynamic products. The sturdy construction primarily comprises durable plastics and metals, ensuring longevity. Thick memory foam earpads, swathed in supple leatherette, provide exceptional comfort during extended use. While not the most visually striking headset, the MMX 200 Wireless prioritizes functionality and durability over flashy aesthetics.
At the heart of these wireless headphones lies a dual-mode wireless system. The included USB dongle offers a low-latency connection ideal for competitive gaming. For everyday use, the MMX 200 Wireless conveniently supports Bluetooth 5.3 with multipoint connectivity, allowing you to switch between your gaming rig and your phone effortlessly.
A unique feature of the MMX 200 Wireless is the Augmented Mode. This feature mixes in a bit of ambient sound from your surroundings, keeping you aware of your environment without needing to remove the headset – perfect for quick conversations or checking in.
Battery life is impressive, with Beyerdynamic claiming up to 26 hours on a single charge. While real-world results may vary slightly, you should easily power through several marathon gaming sessions before needing a recharge.
Beyerdynamic has built its reputation on studio-quality headphones, and the MMX 200 Wireless carries on that tradition. The sound signature is balanced and accurate, making them versatile for both gaming and music. Bass is punchy but controlled, ensuring explosions pack a satisfying punch without dominating the mix. Mids and highs are clear and crisp, delivering crucial details like enemy footsteps while keeping vocals and instruments well-defined.
While there’s no dedicated EQ app, the subtle bass boost provided by the included USB dongle is a welcome touch for gaming. Overall, the MMX 200 Wireless delivers an audio experience that puts many gaming-focused headsets to shame.
The detachable “META VOICE” cardioid condenser microphone is arguably the star of the show. Your teammates will hear your voice loud and clear, with fantastic background noise rejection. It’s a leap in quality above the typical headset microphone, making it a great option for voice chats, content creation, or even taking calls when paired with your phone.
Intuitive controls are located on the earcups. A multifunction volume wheel feels precise and satisfying to use, while a dedicated button toggles Augmented Mode for on-demand awareness. The microphone mutes automatically when you swivel the boom arm upwards, a feature that is as convenient as it sounds.
Overall, the Beyerdynamic MMX 200 Wireless Headphones confidently enter the wireless gaming headset arena as a top contender. It justifies its premium $249 dollar price with outstanding audio quality, an exceptional microphone, robust construction, and a unique feature like Augmented Mode. While some might miss the option for deeper sound customization with an EQ app and flashy RGB lighting, these omissions are in line with Beyerdynamic’s focus on audio fidelity and functionality. If you demand top-tier sound, a superb microphone, and a wireless headset that refuses to compromise, the MMX 200 Wireless deserves a spot on your shortlist.
Today, Victrix, a San Diego based professional gaming accessories brand owned by PDP, has announced that its best-selling, premium Esports controller, the Pro BFG™ Wireless Controller, will be coming to Xbox consoles in February 2024. The Pro BFG was originally announced in October of last year for PC and other consoles, and quickly became the top-selling controller in that market. In early 2024, gamers will be able to get their hands on the award-winning, officially licensed controller specifically for Xbox and PC. Players can get a first look at this new Xbox controller at the Victrix booth in the FGC Area at Dreamhack Atlanta, taking place December 15-17 at the Georgia World Congress Center. Pre-orders will be available in January on victrixpro.com for an MSRP of $179.99 USD. For those Hall Effect fans, a technology that eliminates stick drift, Victrix will sell separately, Hall Effect Stick Modules available for purchase for both PlayStation and Xbox versions in early 2024.
Engineered from the ground up by Victrix and designed for e-sports, the Xbox Pro BFG Wireless Controller offers a number of features and options including:
Full Wireless and Wired Compatibility: The Pro BFG can connect to devices via Bluetooth, the provided wireless USB dongle, or a wired connection. Pro BFG is compatible with Xbox consoles, PC, mobile iOS and Android devices, supported Smart TVs, Mac and most cloud streaming services.
Modularity: The reversible left module allows for standard Xbox offset sticks or for both sticks to be in the middle. Fans of fighting games can swap in the Fight Pad module, which replaces the right stick with six microswitch buttons. The D-Pad, Analog Stick Caps, and Analog Stick Gates are also interchangeable.
Four Mappable Back Buttons with User-Configurable Profiles: Players can map the back buttons on the fly with the Profile Button, and save up to 3 unique profiles for button mappings.
Patented Multi-Position Clutch Triggers™: Featuring Hall Effect technology and boasting 5 different stopping points, the patented clutch triggers allow players to tune the trigger pulls to their specific liking, whether they want hair triggers, standard triggers, or something in the middle.
Low Latency Audio with Built-in Dolby Atmos Lifetime Subscription: The Pro BFG delivers the highest possible audio quality through the controller’s 3.5mm headset jack featuring built-in Dolby Atmos with a lifetime subscription ($15 value) for spatial surround sound while gaming.
Victrix Control Hub Customization Xbox App: Players can make their controller as unique as their playstyle with the free Victrix Control Hub App for Xbox and PC. Through the app, players can configure buttons and EQ settings to fit their play style, run diagnostics, and update the controller’s firmware all in one place. To avoid stick drift, the Control Hub also allows players to recalibrate their analog sticks, which can also be done manually without the app.
Built On Award Winning Technology: The Pro BFG is a top-tier esports controller and renowned for its exceptional performance. It has garnered numerous accolades in the fields of Gaming and Tech, including prestigious awards such as Best Gaming Accessory by Shacknews, Esquire’s recognition for Best Modular Controller, GameSpot’s esteemed title of Best Gaming Accessory, and the coveted 2023 iF Design Award.
Today marks an exciting day for simulation game enthusiasts as Frozen District proudly announces the release of House Flipper 2, the eagerly awaited sequel to the critically acclaimed home renovation and design simulator, House Flipper. Developed by Frozen District, House Flipper 2 promises to redefine the gaming landscape with advanced graphics, more complex gameplay mechanics, and an unprecedented range of customization options.
In House Flipper 2, players are plunged into house renovation, transforming neglected properties into stunning homes. This sequel introduces new features, including sophisticated renovation tools, a broader selection of materials and furnishings, and a brand-new sandbox mode! Players will experience the satisfaction of flipping houses while navigating the complexities of time management, budgeting, and client demands.
House Flipper 2 is out now on Steam for $39.99.
Prepare to dive into a world of renovation and design, where every house has the potential to become a masterpiece. Embrace the challenge and creativity of house flipping like never before!
DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today announces the Ronin 4D-8K, a new iteration of the Ronin 4D professional cinema camera platform. This all-in-one 8K cinema camera integrates DJI’s most advanced technologies, including the revolutionary 4-axis stabilization, into one cutting-edge and comprehensive cinematography solution. A powerful, next-generation cinema camera, the Ronin 4D, is the future of filmmaking, offering groundbreaking flexibility to solo cinematographers and unlimited possibilities for coordinated shooting.
“Empowering creators with cutting-edge technology has always been at the heart of DJI’s mission,” said Paul Pan, DJI Senior Product Line Manager. “The Ronin 4D-8K stands as a testament to our dedication to delivering unparalleled imaging solutions and providing creators with the tools they need to bring their visions to life with exceptional clarity and brilliance.”
A Filmmaking Powerhouse
The DJI Ronin 4D-8K stands out with its premium performance, delivering an impressive suite of features that cater to the diverse needs of cinematographers. With full-frame 8K/60fps & 4K/120fps capabilities, this camera ensures exceptional image quality, providing filmmakers with extraordinary versatility in capturing the demands of the scene. The 800/4000 Dual-Native ISO enhances performance across various lighting conditions, complemented by a maximum 14.7 stops of dynamic range, offering cinematic depth and rich color grades in any scenario.
The Ronin 4D-8K further proves itself with built-in 9-stop physical ND filters for precise exposure control, DL/E/L/PL/M interchangeable lens mounts for creative freedom, autofocus on manual lenses and Automated Manual Focus (AMF) for quick and accurate focusing with the innovative LiDAR focusing system. Its seamless transition to Flex Form without tools allows for on-the-go adjustments, highlighting the camera’s versatility. In essence, the Ronin 4D-8K is a comprehensive solution that empowers filmmakers to bring their creative visions to life with ease and precision.
DJI Cinema Color Science
With the Ronin 4D-8K, DJI showcases the groundbreaking DJI Cinema Color Science (DCCS), which delivers natural skin tones that are both incredibly accurate and aesthetically pleasing, even in complex lighting conditions. Tailored for professional aerial and ground-based imaging equipment, DCCS unlocks boundless creative possibilities by vividly reproducing the kaleidoscopic colors perceived by the human eye. The DCCS color engine boasts a new algorithm, enabling smooth yet detailed images, high bit-width internal color and tone processing for natural transitions, and multiple high-precision LUT processing modules for precise color adjustments in diverse lighting conditions.
Complementing DCCS is the CineCore image processing platform, developed by DJI to deliver high-quality digital intermediates for post-production. Equipped with a proprietary chip and advanced processor architecture, CineCore supports up to 8K videos in professional codecs like Apple ProRes RAW, ProRes 422 HQ, H.264, and like on the Inspire 3, CinemaDNG. The D-Gamut color space is optimized for richer green coloring and skin tone representation. Covering over 14 stops of dynamic range, D-Log curve ensures detailed highlight and shadow retention even in challenging lighting, aligning effortlessly with ARRI cinema camera color and supporting the ACES workflow. With its film-consistent symmetrical dynamic distribution, DCCS preserves delicate and natural transitions in highlight areas, making it the ideal choice for filmmakers seeking unparalleled image quality and color grading flexibility.
ACES Compatibility
Empowering filmmakers with a seamless and standardized color management experience, the Academy Color Encoding System (ACES) is a collaborative effort by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, professional filmmakers, and color scientists. From image capture to final screening, ACES, now officially certified for DJI Ronin 4D, Inspire 3, and Zenmuse X7, ensures a consistent color journey, preserving the filmmaker’s creative vision across various professional equipment and screening standards.
Pricing and Availability
The Ronin 4D-8K combo includes the Ronin 4D Main Body, a Zenmuse X9-8K Gimbal Camera, a DJI DL PZ 17-28mm T3.0 ASPH Lens, a PROSSD 1TB, a PROSSD Mount, Hand Grips, a Top Handle, a High-Bright Main Monitor, a TB50 Intelligent Battery, a LiDAR Range Finder, a DJI Ronin 4D RAW License Key and more. The combo retails for $12,838.
The Zenmuse X9-8K Gimbal Camera is also available for purchase, retailing at $3,599, and includes a Zenmuse X9-8K Gimbal Camera Protector Case, a X9 Gimbal Base Cap and a DL Mount Body Cap.
DJI Care Pro is now available for DJI Ronin 4D-8K, providing comprehensive protection for accidental damage. An unlimited number of free repairs are provided within the coverage limit for water damage, drop damage, improper use, and other accidents, together with International Warranty Service and two maintenance services by DJI technical experts.
NACON and Brave Lamb studio are pleased to announce that War Hospital, the WW1 field hospital management game, has passed gold (end of development). It is now available for pre-order on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S, until its scheduled release on 11 January 2024 for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Develop an authentic war game
The development of War Hospital is the fruit of painstaking research, the objective of which was to offer players a realistic interpretation of the First World War. Now at the gold stage, the game is free from video game clichés, thanks in particular to the partnership between Brave Lamb studio and London’s Imperial War Museum.
“In War Hospital, we wanted to depict the despair and problems encountered by field hospitals in the First World War – the overwhelming numbers wounded, the scarcity of resources and the difficult decisions that doctors would need to make. Players will often be forced to decide who lives and who dies, to choose to prioritize compassion or a more dispassionate approach to increase efficiency.” explains Jakub Kędzior, Lead Game Designer at Brave Lamb.
10% off during the pre-order period
To celebrate the end of the development stage and thank future players for their trust, today marks the launch of a 10% discount on the purchase price of War Hospital for any pre-order. Originally available for €39.99 | $39.99 | £34.99 on consoles, you can now get your hands on this management game for €35.99 | $35.99 | £31.49.
Watch the official trailer for writer-director Alex Garland’s CIVIL WAR, starring Academy Award nominee Kirsten Dunst, Cailee Spaeny, Wagner Moura, Stephen McKinley Henderson, and Nick Offerman.
Roll20 has partnered with Darrington Press to bring the Candela Obscura roleplaying game to the virtual tabletop! It is available now on both the Roll20 Market and DriveThruRPG. Roll20 is the leading virtual tabletop with over 12 million users, and DriveThruRPG is the largest online marketplace dedicated to tabletop roleplaying games.
As seen on the show Critical Role, players in Candela Obscura protect the world from occult horrors as investigators with a group of allies called a circle. This narrative-driven RPG, set in an alternate version of our world at the turn of the 20th century, explores mysteries surrounding magical creatures and artifacts – and the horrors they cause. Candela Obscura is the first to use the Illuminated Worlds System, a newly designed system that uses 6-sided dice and lends itself to narrative, arc-driven play.
Candela Obscura joins the growing number of games available on Roll20 Characters, the newest product from Roll20, where players can create character sheets and try new games outside the virtual tabletop. Take your game with you and play directly from the sheets on your laptop or tablet.
The Roll20 Candela Obscura digital character sheet includes custom options for homebrew roles, specialities, abilities, Illumination Keys, and gear. Players can manage their Illumination Track and resources for their group’s circle on the special circle character sheet.
Play online on the Roll20 virtual tabletop using tools like the searchable compendium – the complete Candela Obscura Core Rulebook accessible during your game – and a Rules and Rolls Reference for the table. Game Masters can use Roll20 exclusive GM aids including a countdown die to fully immerse their otherworldly experience.
Roll20 provides free basic rules for players to explore and the official free Quickstart Guide is downloadable on DriveThruRPG.
Unlock the Candela Obscura Core Rulebook for character building and virtual tabletop play on Roll20 for the limited launch discount price of just $19.99. Or, grab the PDF from DriveThruRPG for $19.99 and get the Roll20 version for only $10 included in the Candela Obscura bundle.
