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Star Wars Outlaws Launches August 30

2024/04/09
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Today, Ubisoft, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, announced that Star Wars Outlaws, the first open-world Star Wars game, will launch on August 30 on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PlayStation 5, Amazon Luna and PC through Ubisoft Connect. Fans who subscribe to Ubisoft+ or purchase the Gold Edition or Ultimate Edition of the game can enjoy up to three days early access*, and those who preorder before August 30 will receive the “Kessel Runner Bonus Pack” which includes cosmetics for Kay’s speeder and for her ship, the Trailblazer.

Ubisoft revealed more details about cunning scoundrel Kay Vess and her companion Nix’s search for an opportunity of a lifetime. During this era, the Empire’s rule is distracted by the rebellion that won’t quit, leading to a golden age for the underworld. As a skilled thief, Kay’s antics catch the attention of Sliro, the leader of a new, foreboding criminal syndicate Zerek Besh. After Sliro places a bounty on Kay’s head, Kay and Nix are offered their one shot at freedom – pull off one of the greatest heists of all time. Kay and Nix will need to navigate the underworld across the galaxy, building their reputation with legendary criminal organizations including the Pyke Syndicate, the Hutt Cartel, the Ashiga Clan** and Crimson Dawn to earn the support they need to finish the job.

“In search of true freedom, the resourceful Kay and Nix will journey through the underworld and across the Outer Rim, taking on jobs from syndicates, facing off against intimidating foes, avoiding oppressive Imperial rule and recruiting a skilled outlaw crew in order to pull off one of the greatest heists the galaxy has ever seen,” shared Julian Gerighty, Creative Director.

“Star Wars Outlaws invites fans to experience a side of the galaxy that has a treasure trove yet to be explored, the exploits of the scoundrels taking advantage of the golden age of the underworld. We’ve been inspired by Massive Entertainment’s dedication to bringing this aspect of Star Wars to life, including both iconic and new things for fans to explore in an open world,” said Douglas Reilly, vice president, Lucasfilm Games.

Kay and Nix will travel across the galaxy to gain the right resources and crew for the ultimate heist. In their journey, they’ll travel across distinct locations, both iconic and new: Canto Bight, Kijimi, Tatooine, Akiva, and the windswept savannah of Toshara**. Along the way, Kay will explore bustling cities and cantinas, race across sprawling outdoor landscapes on her speeder, and pilot her ship the Trailblazer through the wilds of space. When things go awry, the Trailblazer will also help them chase, evade and attack to gain the upper hand in thrilling dogfights with the Empire and other foes.

Star Wars Outlaws will be available through the Ubisoft Store and at retail at a suggested price of $69.99 for the base game. By subscribing to Ubisoft+ or purchasing the Gold or Ultimate Edition, players can also access the game up to three days early*.

  • Standard Edition
    • Base game
  • Gold Edition
    • Base game
    • Season Pass (Includes 2 DLCs, the “Jabba’s Gambit” exclusive mission at launch and the “Kessel Runner Character Pack” cosmetic pack)
    • Up to 3 days early access*
  • Ultimate Edition:
    • Base game
    • Season Pass (Includes 2 DLCs, the “Jabba’s Gambit” exclusive mission at launch and the “Kessel Runner Character Pack” cosmetic pack)
    • Sabacc Shark Bundle: includes cosmetics for Kay, her blaster, Nix, Kay’s Speeder and the “Trailblazer” spaceship
    • Rogue Infiltrator Bundle: includes cosmetics for Kay, Nix, Kay’s speeder and the “Trailblazer“
    • Digital art book: A selection of the game’s concept art and visuals, including unique cinematic storyboards
    • Up to 3 days early access*

Abigail New Trailer Released

2024/04/08
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

After a group of would-be criminals kidnap the 12-year-old ballerina daughter of a powerful underworld figure, all they have to do to collect a $50 million ransom is watch the girl overnight. In an isolated mansion, the captors start to dwindle, one by one, and they discover, to their mounting horror, that they’re locked inside with no normal little girl.

From Radio Silence—the directing team of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett behind the terrifying modern horror hits Ready or Not, 2022’s Scream and last year’s Scream VI—comes a brash, blood-thirsty new vision of the vampire flick, written by Stephen Shields (The Hole in the Ground, Zombie Bashers) and Guy Busick (Scream franchise, Ready or Not).

Abigail stars Melissa Barrera (Scream franchise, In the Heights), Dan Stevens (Gaslit, Legion), Kathryn Newton (Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, Freaky), William Catlett (Black Lightning, True Story), Kevin Durand (Resident Evil: Retribution, X-Men Origins: Wolverine) and Angus Cloud (Euphoria, North Hollywood) as the kidnappers and Alisha Weir (Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical, Darklands) as Abigail.

The film produced by William Sherak (Scream franchise, Ready or Not), Paul Neinstein (Scream franchise; executive producer, The Night Agent) and James Vanderbilt (Zodiac, Scream franchise) for Project X Entertainment, by Tripp Vinson (Ready or Not, Journey 2: The Mysterious Island) and by Radio Silence’s Chad Vilella (executive producer Ready or Not and Scream franchise). The executive producers are Ron Lynch and Macdara Kelleher.

Star Wars: Tales of the Empire Official Trailer

2024/04/08
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Today, Disney+ released the trailer, key art and trailer stills for Lucasfilm’s upcoming, original animated series “Star Wars: Tales of the Empire.” The new series, which is the second installment of the “Tales” series, stylistically follows 2022’s critically acclaimed “Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi.”

“Tales of the Empire” launches exclusively on Disney+ on Star Wars Day, May 4, with all six episodes.

“Star Wars: Tales of the Empire” is a six-episode journey into the fearsome Galactic Empire through the eyes of two warriors on divergent paths, set during different eras. After losing everything, young Morgan Elsbeth navigates the expanding Imperial world toward a path of vengeance, while former Jedi Barriss Offee does what she must to survive a rapidly changing galaxy. The choices they make will define their destinies.

The talented voice cast includes Diana Lee Inosanto (Morgan Elsbeth), Meredith Salenger (Barriss Offee), Rya Kihlstedt (Lyn aka Fourth Sister), Wing T. Chao (Wing), Lars Mikkelsen (Thrawn), Jason Isaacs (Grand Inquisitor) and Matthew Wood (General Grievous).

Dave Filoni created the series and is the supervising director. He is also an executive producer along with Athena Yvette Portillo and Carrie Beck. Josh Rimes serves as co-executive producer and Alex Spotswood is the senior producer.

Decadent Announcement Teaser

2024/04/08
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Decadent, a brand new story-driven first person shooter from Fulqrum Publishing and Incantation Games, sees players step into the shoes of an arctic explorer and World War 1 veteran turned decadent occultist embarking on a terrifying journey into the unknown. With atmospheric exploration, horror, and visceral combat, players will test the limits of their sanity as they face ever-shifting horrors on the search for their estranged son.

BlackMilk Clothing to Release DUNGEONS & DRAGONS Collection

2024/04/08
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News

Under license by leading toy and game company Hasbro and its Wizards of the Coast division, customers will be able to dress for an adventure in iconic DUNGEONS & DRAGONS motifs, such as the famous dragon ampersand, dungeon maps and, of course, dice. Those who like to dabble in danger will love designs featuring displacer beasts, red dragons, mimics, mind flayer parasites and more – including an exclusive-to-BlackMilk print featuring 40 different monsters in a D20 pattern. The ever-important role of the Dungeon Master is recognised in a stand-out design on an embroidered, oversized bomber jacket, while those who are looking for a more subtle way to show their love for the game will enjoy prints inspired by the Harpers and a specially created flocked fabric featuring D&D iconography.

Since its inception 50 years ago, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS has cemented its legacy as a leader of imaginative play. With DUNGEONS & DRAGONS being one of the most highly requested collaborations by BlackMilk’s customer community, the limited-edition collection is expected to be a critical success!

The DUNGEONS & DRAGONS collection will be available for purchase 7am (AEST) April 9 exclusively at https://blackmilkclothing.com.

Through their unique products and a commitment to customer relationships, BlackMilk has built their reputation as a leading fashion brand with a significant customer following.

Buckshot Roulette Launch Trailer

2024/04/08
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

CRITICAL REFLEX and developer Mike Klubnika are excited to announce that Buckshot Roulette is now available on Steam for $2.99|£2.49|€2.99. The viral “Russian Roulette with shotguns” comes to Steam with new features including gamepad support, Steam achievements, additional languages, the original soundtrack and new items for the endless “Double or Nothing” mode.

Key Features

  • Shotgun Showdown: Experience the thrill of Russian roulette reimagined with the raw power of a 12-gauge shotgun. Challenge your opponent across three intense rounds and claim your victory or face the ultimate consequence.
  • Meet Your Match: Go head-to-head with The Dealer, playing the odds same as you. No tricks. Can you beat him at his own game?
  • Underground Vibes: Step into a shadowy underground nightclub, where the ambiance is charged with the vibrations of drum machines against cold metal railings.
  • Risk It All: Test your nerves in Double or Nothing mode. How long can you last when the rules are randomized and nothing is guaranteed?
  • New Items: Discover unique items introduced with the Steam version, a special treat to those already familiar with the game.

Buckshot Roulette’s Steam release today also includes language support for French, Italian, German, Spanish, Estonian, Ukrainian, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Turkish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese and both Simplified and Traditional Chinese.

In the coming months, the team also plans to release Buckshot Roulette on consoles and introduce additional content and features, including the highly anticipated multiplayer game mode.

Universal Pinball: TV Classics Pinball FX Trailer

2024/04/05
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

All-new digital pinball tables inspired by nostalgic hit NBCUniversal TV shows are coming directly to the tips of your flipper fingers with Universal Pinball: TV Classics. Zen Studios, in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences, today announced three new tables inspired by iconic series, including Knight Rider, Xena: Warrior Princess and Battlestar Galactica, coming on May 16, 2024, to Pinball FX on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Knight Rider Pinball: Sit behind the wheel and use K.I.T.T.’s superior technology to face off against the greatest threats on the road like K.A.R.R. Punch the Turbo Boost, activate Super Pursuit Mode, and engage Auto Cruise to let the table play automatically!

Xena: Warrior Princess Pinball: In a time of ancient gods, warlords and kings, a land in turmoil cried out for a hero. Join Xena, the mighty princess, as she fights epic villains Callisto, Ares, and Caesar with the help of her friends Gabrielle and Joxer.

Battlestar Galactica Pinball: Take control of the Battlestar Galactica and keep humanity one step ahead of the Cylon threat. Keep them at bay by fighting space battles and resisting subterfuge. You must keep everyone alive and reach the final goal: Earth. So say we all.

Universal Pinball: TV Classics joins over a hundred unique pinball tables in Pinball FX, including others inspired by timeless NBCUniversal franchises and properties, like Jurassic World, Back to The Future, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, and JAWS.

“Many of us grew up watching these legendary series through the past decades. Our team, avid fans of these NBCUniversal TV classics, gleefully jumped into creating these experiences,” said Mel Kirk, COO of Zen Studios. “Bringing these popular characters and stories into Pinball FX and collaborating with Universal Products & Experiences again is a dream come true.”

Universal Pinball: TV Classics will be available on May 16 for Windows PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, as well as PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.

For more information and updates, visit zenstudios.com.

Pathfinder: Gallowspire Survivors Official Release Trailer

2024/04/05
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Pathfinder: Gallowspire Survivors celebrates the official 1.0 launch with a host of highly requested features from the community, as well as UI improvements, overall gameplay balancing, and Steam Deck compatibility. Players may now brave the depths of Gallowspire with a friend in both local co-op and Steam Remote Play. Escape incoming damage in a blink of an eye with the all-new dash mechanic, and gain run-deciding buffs with a strategic sip from the potion belt. With the addition of dedicated chapters, faster character progression, hyper mode, and new Pathfinder collectible cards with official artworks that provide permanent upgrades, every attempt towards sealing away the disgraced lich-emperor brings great reward.

Within the depths of Gallowspire lies the disgraced mythic lich Tar-Baphon, one of Pathfinder’s most ancient and powerful villains. While sealed away beneath his ancient seat of power, he has been deftly plotting his grand return. As the magic that contains him begins to fail, three fearless heroes will rise to the occasion, tasked with venturing into Gallowspire’s depths to defeat Tar-Baphon and repair the wards that seal him away.
Step into the role as one of three daring heroes and battle through the horrors of Gallowspire. The Fighter, Wizard, or Rogue all come with their own strengths and talents that will aid them in their efforts against Tar-Baphon. Choose an ally to fight alongside you as you slay hordes of Tar-Baphon’s undead minions, collect and upgrade your arsenal of spells and weapons, and extinguish Gallowspire’s callous bosses. There will be many failures throughout your journey, but aided by an ancient medallion, the heroes can escape death and grow stronger with each attempt.

The Whispering Tyrant beckons. Will you answer his call? Pathfinder: Gallowspire Survivors launches today on Steam for $6.99 with a 40% launch discount. Those eager to delve deeper into the world of Pathfinder can do so by purchasing the Pathfinder Collection bundle on Steam. The bundle includes Pathfinder: Gallowspire Survivors, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous – Enhanced Edition, Pathfinder: Kingmaker – Enhanced Plus Edition, and Pathfinder Adventures all for an additional 10% off. Keep up to date with all the information by joining the offici

Guild Wars: Secret of the Obscure Vinyl Soundtrack Pre-Order Now

2024/04/05
Jerry Paxton
Comics News, News, Windows PC News

Today ArenaNet, developer of the critically acclaimed MMORPG Guild Wars 2, announced the upcoming vinyl edition soundtrack for the game’s latest expansion, Secrets of the Obscure. This double LP set will be created by Materia Music and released in Q2 of 2024 for $39.99 and can be pre-ordered here.

The soundtrack will feature 24 tracks composed by Maclaine Diemer, Bryan Atkinson, and others. The track selections will reflect the otherworldly nature of Secrets of the Obscure’s cross-dimensional locations and antagonists; from the Wizard’s Tower to Nayos, the Realm of Dreams, this new lineup of songs is punctuated by dark, heavy music, with pounding drums, distorted textures, and snarling vocals, all swirling together in chaotic dissonance.

Additionally, ArenaNet will be partnering with Materia Music to make the majority of the Guild Wars 2 soundtrack available on most major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Bandcamp, Amazon, and YouTube.

Materia Music is the world’s leading independent record label and music distributor, publisher, and rights administrator of video game music. For nearly a decade, Materia has propelled the creation and licensing of hundreds of album releases on vinyl, CD, and digital formats.

“Continuing our long tradition of putting the Guild Wars 2 soundtrack on vinyl and finally releasing most of the rest of the game’s music on digital streaming platforms means fans of the game can continue to build their record library with these stunning record productions and listen to their favorite tracks wherever they want,” said Guild Wars 2 lead composer Maclaine Diemer.

“We are proud to partner with ArenaNet to elevate the musical legacy of Guild Wars 2 and spotlight the composers of such memorable themes. Bringing the music of Tyria to vinyl is only the beginning, and we can’t wait to share what else we have in store.” – Sebastian Wolff, Founder and CEO, Materia Music.

For more information about Guild Wars 2: Secrets of the Obscure, please visit the official web site. For more information about Materia Music, visit their homepage.