Author - Jerry Paxton

Critical Role’s Candela Obscura Comes to LA for One-Night-Only LIVE Performance

2024/04/25

Today Critical Role, a leader in innovative cross-platform storytelling, officially announced the first-ever Candela Obscura live show, taking place at The United Theater on Broadway in Los Angeles on Saturday, May 25, 2024.

This one-night-only performance will feature Candela Obscura game designer Spenser Starke leading the session as Game Master, with Critical Role founders Matthew Mercer (The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingon, Final Fantasy VII Rebirth), Laura Bailey (The Last of Us, Spider-Man 2), and Marisha Ray (The Last of Us: Part II, Fallout 76), accompanied by guest star Khary Payton (The Walking Dead, Teen Titans Go!), taking on the roles of our valiant investigators. Taliesin Jaffe (Helsing, The Legend of Vox Machina) will serve as the evening’s Master of Ceremonies.

Set in a fictional world known as the Fairelands, Candela Obscura is an original anthology horror series that follows an esoteric order of investigators, ranging from professors to criminals to mediums, who join the secret order of “Candela Obscura” and work together to confront mysterious, chaotic, and supernatural forces. The general public is unaware of the otherworldly truths of these paranormal phenomena, and the organization known as Candela Obscura works to maintain that secrecy and keep the world safe. Leveraging gaming as a story mechanic, these esoteric protectors use guile and teamwork to root out ancient horrors before they spread throughout the Fairelands.

“Critical Role built a new genre of entertainment” – Forbes

“A macabre tale filled with body horror, intrigue, deception and heart. An absolutely compelling and immersive watch.” – CBC

“Critical Role’s horror anthology has a cineliterate delivery that makes it more like watching a movie – even for those rolling the dice.” – Dicebreaker=

“The world of Candela Obscura is deep and filled with mystery and intrigue.” – Comicbook

Tickets are available Monday, April 29th at 10am Pacific at critrole.com/events. Doors open at 6:45pm PT, with the show starting at 8pm PT. VIP ticket holders will be able to experience a special pre-show character creation process and the formation of the evening’s Candela Obscura circle at 5:30pm PT. A livestream of the performance will be available on Critical Role’s Twitch (twitch.tv/criticalrole) and YouTube (youtube.com/criticalrole) channels on May 30, 2024 with the VOD being made available June 3, 2024.

More information is available at critrole.com/events.

ASKA Early Access Date Revealed

2024/04/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

A new journey awaits! ASKA, a survival tribe builder published by Thunderful and developed by Sand Sailor Studios, will be available on Early Access starting June 20 on Steam. During the Early Access period, players will be able to establish a thriving Viking village, play solo or with up to three friends – and can expect regular updates to the game based on player feedback.

In ASKA, players are shipwrecked on a mysterious island where they can build their own Viking settlement. Players must survive, gather resources, build outposts, summon villagers and create a self-sufficient colony. Players must assign roles, set schedules and automate the responsibilities of their intelligent AI NPC villagers, who add to the immersion and create a bustling village.

Gothic Collector’s Edition Announced

2024/04/25

Jerry Paxton

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

It’s time to put the sleeper to rest, once and for all – on your wall. Introducing the Gothic Collector’s Edition, a carefully selected ensemble that pays homage to the legacy of this beloved title: Crafted by the hands of the King’s magicians themselves, this extraordinary package is a must-have for devoted fans and those who are about to become fans. At the heart of the Gothic Collector’s Edition lies the Sleeper Wall Mask to show everyone thrown into your gaming colony, what demons you are facing.

Alongside this centerpiece, the Collector’s Edition includes a leather wristband, a leather notebook, the game’s original soundtrack as well as the game itself on your favourite platform. This limited edition is now available for pre-order at a suggested retail price of € 199.99 / $ 199.99 / £ 169.99.

Pre-Order here
THQ Nordic EU Store
EU Store Collector’s Edition: https://thqn.net/3Uc9gSW
EU Store Standard Edition: https://thqn.net/3U9ydOR

Ships At Sea – Official Gameplay Trailer

2024/04/24

Jerry Paxton

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

Mark your calendars for May 9, 2024, as Nordic boating sim powerhouse Misc Games will launch the industry’s most realistic boating and fishing sim yet, Ships at Sea, in Early Access on Windows PC via Steam.

Ships at Sea is the culmination of the studio’s drive, innovation, and creativity. Set in the unforgiving Norwegian Sea and around the harbors of Lofoten, Røst, and Værrøy, Norway, Misc Games utilizes NVIDIA’s proprietary WaveWorks water shader and the brand new Unreal Engine 5.4 to take captains on their most realistic boating adventures yet.

As seen in the trailer, Ships at Sea features some of the real local businesses around Røst and Værrøy, including A. Johansen, Jangaard Export, Kaikanten, Røst Sjømat, and Røst Bryggehotell. Misc Games has also licensed various boating and fishing equipment brands such as Breeze, PingMe (from Ocean Space Acoustics), Lorentzen Hydraulikk, and Østbornholms Kutterservice to provide the most realistic, dynamic overall experience for enthusiasts on both fronts: fishing and boating.

For the first time in Misc Games’ acclaimed boating catalog, soon-to-be skippers will be able to play with their friends online with their own boats in multiplayer. Additionally, Misc Games will launch an online co-op mode in the first major update where players can divide and conquer the expansive sea with different roles such as cargo transporter, service operator, commercial fisherman, and more.

Key Features of Ships at Sea:

Play With Your Friends: Multiplayer will be available in Ships at Sea. Team up in a maximum party of four and set sail!
More Than Just Fishing: Encounter stunning graphics and captivating gameplay tailored for various types of boats, such as cargo, service operator, and commercial fishing
Life on the Water: Experience an even more realistic sailing adventure with our brand new ocean simulation and physically-based-buoyancy system
Wide Range of Conditions: Introducing a dynamic weather system that creates a highly immersive and realistic atmosphere
Highly Customizable: Customize your character and boat as much as you want. Enter the shipyard to upgrade, rig, or maintain your boat

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Wrath of the Mutants Launch Trailer

2024/04/24

Jerry Paxton

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

Prepare to be shell-shocked! Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants, an expanded version of the 2017 Raw Thrills arcade classic, comes home today to video game consoles and PC. Play as the Turtles solo or in action-packed local co-op for up to four players on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.

Join Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo from the 2012 Nickelodeon series Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in this exciting arcade beat ’em up inspired by beloved hits like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Turtles in Time. Battle your way across Coney Island, Dimension X and more on a mission to defeat the Foot Clan and your arch-nemesis Shredder!

Key Features

Double the Mayhem: Fight your way through six stages and 13 boss battles, including three all-new stages and six new boss battles not present in the original arcade release.
Play as the Four Turtles: Join Leo, Raph, Donnie and Mikey, voiced by the talents of the 2012 TMNT series (Seth Green, Sean Astin, Rob Paulsen, Greg Cipes), against the evil Foot Clan!
Unleash Turtle Power: Use special super attacks unique to each Turtle to devastate waves of enemies and find tokens to summon mutant backup to help clear your foes.
Team Up in Local Co-op: Play with your friends in four-player local couch co-op.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants is out now on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam for $29.99.

Destiny 2: The Final Shape Journey into The Traveler Trailer

2024/04/24

Jerry Paxton

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

Bungie launched their latest trailer for Destiny 2: The Final Shape, showcasing the new destination inside of the Traveler named The Pale Heart. This mysterious world starts as a light-filled paradise, but slowly creeps into a distressing land of darkness. Players will embark on a perilous journey to confront the Witness, who has corrupted the Traveler and plans to enact its Final Shape. Narrated by Nathan Fillion as Cayde-6, the late Hunter recounts his experience in this harrowing landscape, beckoning Guardians to gather and take on this blight.

Destiny 2: The Final Shape launches on June 4, 2024, reaching a pinnacle moment in the Light and Darkness saga. Those that pre-order the expansion will automatically unlock rewards such as the new Pyramid-themed Exotic ship, an Exotic Ghost, and two pre-order emblems. Guardians have been preparing for this moment—it’s time to take the fight directly to the Witness.

Heroes: A Video Game Symphony coming to Hollywood Pantages Theatre

2024/04/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Hardware News, News

The highly acclaimed video game music concert “Heroes: A Video Game Symphony” is coming to the iconic Hollywood Pantages Theatre in Los Angeles on July 6, 2024. The special show also will feature a guest appearance by legendary and award-winning composer Inon Zur, whose music from the PlayStation 5 exclusive “Rise of the Rōnin” will have a debut performance at the July 6 concert. “Rise of the Rōnin” was released in March 2024 and has already garnered critical acclaim and become one of the gaming industry’s best-selling new titles.

In the video game and musical score genres, few composers have garnered as much recognition as Zur. Renowned for his emotionally dynamic original music scores for blockbuster video game franchises such as “Fallout”, “Dragon Age”, “Prince of Persia”, and “The Elder Scrolls”, Emmy award-winner and three-time British Academy nominated composer Zur has created sonic landscapes that have captured the minds of gamers across the planet. Additionally, the July 6 Pantages show will feature the first ever pubic performance of Zur’s music from “Rise of the Rōnin”, the epic open-world action role playing game set in late 19th century Japan during the final years of the Edo period.

Jason Michael Paul – the producer and creator of the first stateside FINAL FANTASY concerts, The Legend of Zelda 25th Anniversary concerts, The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses concerts, and Founder of JMP Entertainment – envisioned the “Heroes” experience to take audience members on a heroes journey, as set forth by Joseph Campbell’s monomyth – a narrative framework that can be seen in many of the games, film, and books throughout history. Everyone’s story is the story of a hero, told through the amazing worlds of other heroes, in an unforgettable experience that is not to be missed.

“We are beyond thrilled to perform at the iconic Pantages,” notes Paul. “And to have Inon Zur with us for a special appearance – this will be an unforgettable night!”

The music featured in the “Heroes” concert will pay homage to some of the gaming industry’s most iconic titles, including “World of Warcraft”, “Diablo”, “FINAL FANTASY”, “Portal 2”, “BioShock”, “Guild Wars 2”, “The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion”, “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim”, “Fallout 4”, “Starfield”, “Castlevania”, “Metal Gear Solid”, “Halo”, “Mass Effect”, “Dear Esther”, “God of War”, “Dragon Age”, “Shadow of the Colossus”, and more.

Zur notes, “Jason Michael Paul has created something truly special for audiences around the world; I am honored and excited to be a part of this incredible concert series.”

The Pantages Theatre show will have presale opportunities on Wednesday April 17 at 10:00am via JMP Entertainment (through April 18 at 10:00pm; Password is HEROES); Thursday April 18 from 10:00am – 10:00pm via Nederlander (Password is JOURNEY); and the regular public sale will start on Friday April 19 at 10:00am. For more information, please visit www.heroes-symphony.com. Other upcoming performances include Apr. 25 in Monterrey, Mexico at Arena Monterrey; Apr. 26 in Mexico City at Arena CDMX; May 11 in Tampa Bay at Morsani Hall; and Jul. 13 in Chicago at Auditorium Theater. To purchase tickets, see an updated schedule or for more information, please visit www.heroes-symphony.com.

Synth Riders 80s Mixtape Out On PlayStation VR 2

2024/04/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos

After receiving a positive response from fans and critics, the newest music pack, ‘80s Mixtape – Side A’, for Synth Riders, the freestyle immersive rhythm game from Kluge Interactive, is now available for purchase on PlayStation VR 2. The pack features five iconic ‘80s tracks and a new, free retro vaporwave Stage called Endless Café.

80s Mixtape – Side A Tracks:

Take On Me – a-ha
Whip It – DEVO
We Built This City – Starship
Sussudio – Phil Collins
New Sensation – INXS

REMNANT II DLC The Forgotten Kingdom Out Now

2024/04/24

Jerry Paxton

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

Today, Arc Games (formerly Gearbox Publishing San Francisco) and Gunfire Games are excited to announce The Forgotten Kingdom, the second premium DLC for REMNANT II, is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S for $9.99. This is the second DLC in the previously announced DLC Bundle, consisting of three DLC packs, for REMNANT II. Fans can purchase the DLC Bundle for $24.99 to get access to The Awakened King DLC, The Forgotten Kingdom DLC and the final DLC once it’s available later this year. Owners of the Ultimate Edition of REMNANT II have access to all DLC at no additional cost.

In The Forgotten Kingdom, players will piece together the forgotten history of the lost tribe of Yaesha as they attempt to quell the vengeful wrath of an ancient stone spirit called Lydusa. Navigate the lingering traces of torment, treachery, and death that haunt the land’s once proud ziggurats, as Lydusa’s living stones wander the crumbling remnants of an ancient civilization in search of fresh blood. In a brand-new storyline, players must uncover the secrets of the lost tribe by exploring a mysterious new area within the world of Yaesha. In this strange new location, players will traverse new dungeons, acquire powerful gear—including a new Archetype, “The Invoker”— meet unexpected allies, and face new threats in their quest to return some semblance of peace to the forgotten kingdom.

Below is a detailed list of features for The Forgotten Kingdom:

New Storyline, Dungeons, and Area Based in the World of Yaesha: Delve deeper into the biome of Yaesha and experience a brand-new storyline where players will unravel the mystery of Yaesha’s lost tribe, a vengeful stone spirit called Lydusa, and her living stone constructs.
New Archetype – The Invoker: Drawing strength from the nature spirits of Yaesha, this new Archetype can harness the mystic power of the jungle.
Many Items and Powerful Weapons that Enhance Gameplay: Outfit the wanderer to survive this more deadly version of the world of Yaesha by choosing from a host of new weapons and modifications, along with new items, like amulets and rings.
New Bosses, Characters, and Fearsome Creatures to Encounter: Mysterious threats and survivors of unknown origin emerge from the crumbling remnants of the forgotten civilization of Yaesha, bringing new challenges for all players.

REMNANT II pits the last remnants of humanity against the harrowing forces of evil. The title evolves the co-op survival shooter with new unseen worlds filled with deadly surprises and encounters. Players join the battle to save humanity in a dynamically generated world filled with branching quest lines, unique loot, and overwhelming odds that encourage exploration and replayability, either alone or in three-person co-op. Players can define their own playstyle with an expanded Archetype class system and a wide assortment of guns, armor, and special augmentations as they overcome hard-fought challenges to stave off humanity’s extinction.

Europa Universalis IV: Winds of Change Announcement Trailer

2024/04/24

Jerry Paxton

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

The eventful centuries of the Renaissance, Reformation and Revolutions saw the unseating of many ways of life and the upending of traditional arrangements. In Europa Universalis IV: Winds of Change, you can explore new and exciting histories of many of these dramatic changes.

Winds of Change is an upcoming Expansion for Europa Universalis IV, Paradox Interactive’s flagship historical grand strategy game. Scheduled for release on May 08, 2024, Winds of Change adds more focus to key regions of the world. New mission trees, new government reforms and new national mechanics are in place for over a dozen nations

Europa Universalis IV: Winds of Change includes new historical content for:

Major American Nations: The Aztecs, Maya and Inca all get significant updates, including an Aztec mechanic that promotes warfare and demanding sacrifices, new ways to unite the Mayan nations into one kingdom, Incan royal authority, and many other improvements and updates. These nations also receive special content to allow an alternate-history invasion of the Old World.
Major Trading Nations: Both The Netherlands and Venice see expanded historical flavor, including more detailed content for the creation and enlargement of the Dutch Republic, the Glorious Revolution uniting the Dutch and British crowns, the Venetian Council of Ten, and the glories of the Venetian Renaissance.
Gunpowder Empires: The declining Timurid Empire can either fully embrace Persian traditions or return to its horse empire roots through a life of plunder, and the rising Mughal Empire has new routes to unite all of India under its sway. The Central Asian Horde nations also get updates, including unique flavor for the Tatar, Mongol and Moghul Khanates.
Central Europe: Austria, Hungary and Bohemia get revised trees, including the possibility for the Austrian and Hungarians to form the dual monarchy of Austria-Hungary and for Bohemia to expand Hussite Power in the heart of the Empire, while all three can tailor the HRE to their liking.
Major Formable European Nations: New alt-historical options and content for the formation of Germany and Italy.
Minor Orthodox Empires: Surrounded by enemies, the Black Sea kingdoms of Theodoro and Trebizond seek to thrive and expand, potentially reviving Orthodox fortunes in the region.
Hisn Kayfa and Hormuz/Oman: The minor nation Hisn Kayfa, heirs of the Ayyubid dynasty, and major Gulf trading powers of Hormuz and Oman get unique mission trees to dominate the Middle East.

Europa Universalis IV: Winds of Change will be available on 08 May 2024 for the suggested retail price of $19.99/£16.75/€19.99.