Author - Jerry Paxton

Rise of Industry 2 Launch Trailer

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Xbox Series X News

Rise of Industry 2, the innovative sequel to the hit indie business tycoon game, has today launched for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation®5.

Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing 1980s USA, an era of innovation, globalization, and unprecedented profits, Rise of Industry 2 offers a rich and immersive tycoon experience that challenges budding entrepreneurs to establish thriving and intricate production chains, forge relationships with powerful CEOs, and build a corporate empire from the ground up.

Pushing the boundaries from its predecessor, Rise of Industry 2 brings fresh ideas to the boardroom, including a stylish new art direction, expanded gameplay mechanics, and exciting new features designed for both casual tycoon fans and veteran CEOs alike.

Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition Launch Trailer Reveals Xbox Series X

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Veteran developer Survios today debuted the launch trailer for Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition, which included the surprise announcement that the game will now burst onto Xbox Series X|S consoles at launch on September 30, alongside the previously announced platforms.

The hit VR game has been re-envisioned for console and PC, making the authentically Alien action-horror experience available to more fans than ever, complete with the most lethal Xenomorphs players have ever encountered. Pre-orders for the Evolved Edition, which has now gone gold, are available now on Xbox Series X|S, in addition to PlayStation 5—where it is PS5 Pro Enhanced—and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

In Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One, players step into the boots of rogue Colonial Marine Zula Hendricks in the terrifying first chapter of an original two-part saga set between the Alien™ and Aliens™ films. While investigating a distress call on the remote planet Purdan, Zula uncovers a secret Gemini Exoplanet Solutions blacksite facility overrun by Xenomorphs. Aided by her synthetic companion, Davis 01, Zula must fight to survive against the ferocious and unpredictable threat of the Xenomorph incursion.

Rebuilt for console and PC with Xenomorphs that have evolved to be smarter, faster, more adaptive, and harder to both predict and kill, Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition delivers a cinematic action-horror experience with stunning upgraded visuals, 60 FPS, 3D audio, DualSense controller integration, and more, all of which combine to make players feel like they’ve truly entered the world of Alien.

Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition launches on September 30 at $29.99 MSRP, with the Digital Deluxe Edition available for $39.99 MSRP.

4k Restoration of Jacob’s Ladder Opens October 3 at IFC Center

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

A brand new 4K restoration of JACOB’S LADDER, the bone-chilling and hallucinatory psychological thriller by Academy Award-nominated director Adrian Lyne (Fatal Attraction, Flashdance), will have its World Premiere at the American Cinematheque’s Beyond Fest in Los Angeles on September 28 before opening at the IFC Center in New York City on Friday, October 3, with a national rollout to follow. A new one-sheet poster and theatrical trailer have been produced to support the release.

Jacob Singer (Tim Robbins), a Vietnam War veteran plagued with troubling hallucinations and traumatic flashbacks, struggles to maintain his sanity as his terrible past invades his waking life. As girlfriend Jezzie (Elizabeth Peña) and chiropractor friend Louis (Danny Aiello) try to help him find balance, Jacob only descends further into madness and despair.

Written by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Bruce Joel Rubin (Ghost), JACOB’S LADDER is a unique look at the horrible effects of war on the human psyche. Featuring an impressive supporting cast of contemporary and future stars including Ving Rhames, Jason Alexander, Eriq La Salle, Pruitt Taylor Vince, and an uncredited Macaulay Culkin, and music by Maurice Jarre (Lawrence of Arabia, Dr. Zhivago), the new 4K restoration of JACOB’S LADDER is primed to unsettle a new generation of moviegoers this Halloween season.

This restoration was completed by ROUNDABOUT – USA from the original negative scanned and restored in 4K. The color grading and restoration was supervised by Adrian Lyne. This project was brought to you by STUDIOCANAL and supervised by Delphine Roussel and Jean-Pierre Boiget.

“Lyne’s giddying, unsettling direction conjures up
moments of horrifying hallucinogenic power”
­– Time Out

“A friend, after seeing JACOB’S LADDER, griped
‘I wasn’t afraid of dying — until I saw this movie.”
– Steven Rea, Philadelphia Inquirer

“A bold, powerful psychological horror film”
– Jonathan Rosenbaum, Chicago Reader

“One of Robbins’ finest unheralded performances”
– Austin Chronicle

Atari’s Breakout Beyond Physical Edition Available for Pre-Order

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Beginning today, a PlayStation 5 physical edition of Atari’s Breakout Beyond is available to pre-order for $29.99 at Atari.com. Developed by Choice Provisions, Breakout Beyond is a modernized and neon-soaked reimagining of the 1976 classic. Pre-orders will ship with the retail release on December 11.

Delivering an adrenaline-pumping soundtrack, a hoard of new power-ups and dozens original levels, Breakout Beyond takes the franchise to a chaotic new dimension. Unlike the original, the game is played horizontally, challenging players to break their way through bricks, hit special blocks and power through levels. Players can chain combos by playing for longer, ramping up on-screen action and creating something that is truly epic to behold.

Featuring 72 brick-breaking levels, an unlockable endless mode with an online global leaderboard, two-player co-op to enjoy the chaos with a friend and procedural audio and visual effects that ramp up with your combo, Breakout Beyond has something for the thrill seeker in everyone.

Fans can pre-order the physical edition today, and pick up the digital version of Breakout Beyond on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.

Town to City Early Access Launch Trailer

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

UK-based publisher Kwalee and independent developer Galaxy Grove are delighted to announce the launch of Town to City, a cozy and creative citybuilder from the team behind Station to Station. The game is now available in Early Access on PC via Steam.

Town to City’s Early Access version offers a wealth of content for players to dive into, including:

  • A story-driven campaign with two maps
  • Sandbox mode with five maps
  • Eight city stages and six monuments
  • Over 30 quests to complete

Set in a charming 19th-century world, Town to City lets players create and customise their dream town from scratch. They can place every building, road, and garden exactly where they want, and shape a community that’s truly their own. Town to City lets players play through the story campaign or relax in sandbox mode, building at their own pace whether that means carefully arranging every detail or growing their economy into a thriving city.

To celebrate the launch, a brand new trailer has been released, offering players a detailed look at the game’s vibrant towns, complete with quaint shopfronts, bustling plazas, and cheerful citizens. The trailer also highlights core gameplay features such as population happiness and economic growth, which evolve organically as players add new amenities to their expanding towns.

“We’re incredibly excited to release Town to City! The creativity shown by our demo and beta players has been truly inspiring, and with the community’s feedback we’ve made the game even better. I can’t wait to see what players will build when the game is out, and to keep improving it together!” said Joost van Dongen, Game Director of Town to City.

Turtle Beach Unveils New Designed for Xbox and Nintendo Switch Controllers

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Peripherals News

Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: TBCH) today unveiled a variety of new Designed for Xbox and Officially Licensed for Nintendo Switch™ gaming controllers. On Xbox and Windows, Turtle Beach has introduced four unique new colorways for the Turtle Beach® Rematch™ Advanced Wired Controller for Xbox. The new colorways feature either glow-in-the-dark or lenticular designs and are named Blue Kitsune, Cotton Candy, Kyoto Bloom, and Dark Cosmos. Also for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC, the Turtle Beach® Afterglow™ Ignite Wired RGB Controller for Xbox goes from a standard matte black appearance to something stunning once it is connected and powered-on. The controller features multiple RGB lighting zones and effects, and a time machine-inspired design to look like no other controller your hands have ever graced.

For gamers on Nintendo Switch systems and Nintendo Switch 2, there’s the new Mario Bricks-themed Turtle Beach®Rematch™ Wireless Controller. Similar to Turtle Beach’s previously announced Donkey Kong™-themed Rematch Wireless Controller, the new Mario Bricks Rematch Wireless Controller also features a lenticular design that shifts as players move around, showing two bold brick-themed Super Mario™ visuals that add energy and motion to every session.

All six new controllers are available for pre-order today from www.turtlebeach.com and participating retailers and launch October 12, 2025. The new colorways of the Turtle Beach Rematch Advanced Wired Controller for Xbox are available for $39.99|£34.99|€39.99 MSRP. The Turtle Beach Afterglow Ignite Wired RGB Controller for Xbox is available for $49.99|£39.99|€49.99 MSRP. The Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch – Mario Bricks Edition is available for $59.99|£49.99|€59.99 MSRP.

“Our lineup of controllers keeps growing with amazing new choices across multiple platforms,” said Cris Keirn, CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. “Each of these new controllers offers something distinct, from the phenomenal RGB lighting on the Afterglow Ignite to our newest lenticular model with the fun and creative Mario Bricks Edition.”

Full details for the new Turtle Beach controllers for Xbox and Nintendo Switch are below.

Turtle Beach Rematch Advanced Wireless Controller for Xbox

Ready for a rematch? Upgrade your style with four new standout colorways of the Designed for Xbox Turtle Beach Rematch Advanced Wired Gaming Controller for Xbox and PC. The Blue Kitsune design features flowing fox imagery in soft blue tones, inspired by the mythical shape-shifting fox of Japanese folklore. A brand-new feature for Turtle Beach’s Rematch controllers, once gamers plug the controller into their Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, or Windows PC they can watch the magic come to life. The Blue Kitsune controller lights up automatically, illuminating the design with a vibrant blue glow. The Cotton Candy colorway’s glow-in-the-dark design enhances any gaming setup while delivering top-tier performance and glowing in the dark after exposure to light. And the Kyoto Bloom and Dark Cosmos colorways’ lenticular designs shift as gamers move, revealing bold new looks from different angles, and adding a standout finish to your setup.

The Turtle Beach Rematch Advanced Wired Controller for Xbox and PC features true Hall Effect hair triggers with 2-stops which ensure precision, and mappable quick-action back buttons that provide lightning-fast responses. Stay in control with textured grips, thumbsticks, and triggers for improved accuracy. Built-in D-pad audio controls and a quick mic mute button let you adjust settings on-the-fly. Customize and enhance your gaming experience further with the free Control Hub app. The new Blue Kitsune, Cotton Candy, Kyoto Bloom, and Dark Cosmos colorways of the Turtle Beach Rematch Advanced Wired Controller for Xbox are available for pre-order from www.turtlebeach.com and participating retailers for $39.99/£29.99/€39.99 MSRP and launch Oct. 13, 2025.

Turtle Beach Afterglow Ignite Wired RGB Gaming Controller for Xbox

Brighten your play on Xbox and PC with the Designed for Xbox Turtle Beach Afterglow Ignite Wired RGB Gaming Controller. Its sleek faceplate stays subtle until powered on, revealing a vibrant Time Machine-inspired design with seven lighting zones and four dynamic effects. Gamers can adjust RGB lighting directly on the controller or explore deeper customizations with the Control Hub app. Designed for comfort and precision, the Afterglow Ignite Wired RGB Gaming Controller features true Hall Effect hair triggers with a 2-stop function, dual mappable back buttons, and a 10-foot USB-C cable for uninterrupted play. A built-in 3.5mm headset jack and D-pad audio controls keep you immersed.

Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Controller – Mario Bricks for Nintendo Switch

Break some bricks with Turtle Beach’s new Mario Bricks Rematch Wireless Controller for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, and Nintendo Switch – OLED Model. This controller also works with Nintendo Switch 2. Featuring a lenticular design that shifts as players move, two bold brick-themed Super Mario visuals are revealed that add energy and motion to every session. Built-in motion controls let players steer, jump, and aim with natural precision in games like Mario Kart™ World and Super Mario™ Odyssey. The shifting artwork design responds as you play, creating a more immersive and animated experience. The Turtle Beach Rematch Wireless Gaming Controller – Mario Bricks for Nintendo Switch is available for pre-order for $59.99/£49.99/€59.99 MSRP and launches Oct. 12, 2025.

For more information on the latest Turtle Beach products and accessories, visit www.turtlebeach.com and be sure to follow Turtle Beach on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

Reimagine Iconic Pacific Park Funhouse Now Open

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News

The masterminds of immersive storytelling and expert production, EPIC Entertainment Group, have designed, built, and produced a slice of Santa Monica’s amusement history with the debut of the all-new Funhouse at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier. Officially opened on Wednesday, September 10, the 2,800-square-foot attraction resurrects the long-lost spirit of the legendary “Toonerville Funhouse” through a modern, spine-tingling lens, just in time for the Halloween season and beyond.

Drawing on their decades of experience creating large-scale themed entertainment and spooky, story-driven spaces across the country, EPIC crafted a fully realized narrative rooted in the Pier’s rich past. The original Toonerville Funhouse first thrilled guests at Ocean Park Pier in the 1920s, later returning at Pacific Ocean Park in 1958. Hidden away for decades, its whimsical-yet-unnerving spirit has now been revived in nine mysterious chambers, each filled with optical illusions, disorienting twists, and delightfully eerie surprises.

“Creating the Funhouse for Pacific Park allowed us to blend nostalgia with new innovations in storytelling,” said Charity Hill, Co-Founder and Executive Producer of EPIC Entertainment Group. “We love digging into history, finding what made people fall in love with these experiences in the first place, and then reinventing them for today’s audiences. With the Funhouse, we’re not just paying homage to Santa Monica’s amusement legacy, we’re creating a whole new chapter that will surprise and thrill guests for years to come.”

Just past Snackville, guests will stumble upon what appears to be an abandoned storage area tucked into the century-old pier. Inside, guests will discover that the Funhouse is far more than a maze of mirrors and tricks. At the heart of its lore lies a sinister pact: Sprinkles the Clown and a mysterious Fortune Teller are in cahoots, luring unsuspecting visitors deeper into the maze and toward their chilling fate in the ice cream freezer. Among its decayed relics lies a sigil granting entry into a labyrinth of curiosities, including nine distinct rooms such as Mirror Madness, Puppet Master, Gumball Glazy, and Vanilla Chill. Visitors may even come face-to-face with the mischievous Sprinkles the Clown as they attempt to escape the attraction’s disorienting paths.

For EPIC, the project is another example of the company’s ability to transform a client’s vision into reality: bridging history, theatrical design, and immersive production to deliver unforgettable guest experiences. Known for designing and producing some of the most imaginative live events, seasonal attractions, and brand activations across the country, EPIC once again proves its expertise in blending narrative with environment.

With a client roster that includes Hotel del Coronado, Crayola, Hersheypark, Ritz-Carlton, Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens, and now the Santa Monica Pier, EPIC Entertainment Group has become a trusted creative force for destination brands and legacy properties. The team is credited with elevating Dark Harbor at the Queen Mary into one of Southern California’s most acclaimed Halloween attractions and continues to play a major role in Hersheypark’s Dark Nights, managing everything from costume and makeup to stage and talent.

Whether reimagining seasonal events, developing immersive worlds, or producing large-scale spectacles, EPIC consistently delivers bold creative design and world-class production that transform spaces into unforgettable guest experiences. For more information about Epic Entertainment Group, visit EpicEntertainmentGroup.com and follow on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

PowerWash Simulator 2 Nintendo Switch 2 Announcement Trailer

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch 2, Trailers / Videos

In case you missed it, PowerWash Simulator 2 is officially coming to Nintendo Switch 2 this year.

What’s new: a fresh campaign, base-building elements, three new locations beyond Muckingham, plus online and split-screen co-op.

PowerWash Simulator 2 is currently in development for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Nintendo Switch, and releases in late 2025

Dragonkin: The Banished Update Trailer

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

NACON and Eko Software are pleased to announce the release of the second major update for Dragonkin: The Banished, the fantasy medieval Hack ’n’ Slash currently available in Early Access on PC. Available tomorrow, the 16th of September, this new update introduces a brand-new character, an unexplored environment, expanded endgame mechanics, and many other additions inspired both by community feedback and the developers’ vision.

Dragonkin: The Banished is already available in Early Access on Steam and will also launch on consoles at its final release.

A richer endgame and formidable enemies
In order to satisfy both current players and genre enthusiasts, this update significantly expands the endgame with the introduction of new Hunt missions in the Erde-Nor region, including a showdown against the Red Dragon Lord. Chaos Hunts now offer more depth thanks to the new Draconic Tarot system, which lets players influence the conditions of their expeditions with customizable buffs and debuffs. Another major addition is the arrival of a new category of enemies: Champions. Stronger and more challenging to defeat, they enrich combat with fresh mechanics- along with rewards worthy of the effort.

Four playable classes
To give players even more options, the Tracker is now playable and brings her own unique gameplay. This new class will appeal to players seeking dynamism: halfway between an archer and an assassin, she favors playstyles based on anticipation, speed, and decisive combos. Her signature ability is Targeting, a unique skill that allows her to tag enemies and hunt them down.

Since Hack ’n’ Slash fans love customizing their characters, two new abilities have also been added to each of the other classes, further expanding gameplay possibilities. The Knight gains versatility with a ranged basic attack and a defensive skill that heals allies. The Oracle gains new powers that allow her to control distance against enemies or create openings in combat. As for the Barbarian, he now benefits from stronger defensive options. His new basic skill gives him more ranged flexibility, enabling effective mid-range builds.

Explore the volcanic lands of Erde-Nor
In-game content has grown considerably. The arid Erde-Nor region is now open to players, featuring four new maps and a dungeon. This environment promises thrilling battles against the fierce creatures that inhabit it. Among them is the Wyvern, an ancient scorpion transformed by the absorption of Dragon Blood, which will prove a formidable opponent.

A better experience for all players
To better welcome new players, the game’s introduction and Prologue have been completely reworked to deliver a more engaging and fast-paced start to the adventure. The highly requested Loot Filter is now available, letting players automatically sort items according to their preferences. Another awaited feature has also been added: the Death Recap, which allows players to analyse mistakes by reviewing the final seconds before their last fall. Many quality-of-life and interface improvements have also been made to enhance the overall experience.

Finally, Dragonkin is offering a new free cosmetic DLC: Founder Pack 3, now available on Steam.

In Dragonkin: The Banished, players embody one of three available dragon hunters with the objective of freeing humanity from the invading draconic forces. To meet this challenge, the game offers deep theory crafting through various character enhancement mechanics, giving enthusiasts endless build possibilities. Players develop their hero’s abilities through a unique skill system called the Ancestral Grid by associating fragments obtained during their adventure. They also benefit from the City of Montescail, a true hub that allows them to implement their strategy thanks to numerous services. Accompanied by their faithful dragonling, they discover an intriguing story as well as an endgame rich in activities and especially epic battles.

XPG Launches New Flagship VALOR AIR PRO Case and MAESTRO PLUS Air Cooler Series

3 months ago
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Hardware News, News

With the global rise of esports culture and streaming platforms, consumer demand for PC hardware customization has grown rapidly, driving innovation in the case market. Users are looking for products that offer both high performance and excellent heat dissipation, as well as a design that reflects their personal style. Spacious interiors that allow flexible upgrades, paired with sleek aesthetics, have become the top choice in the market. To meet the continuous needs of both novice and experienced DIY PC enthusiasts, XPG is launching its new flagship case, the VALOR AIR PRO, along with its first-ever air cooler, the MAESTRO PLUS series. With a more comprehensive product line, XPG aims to meet the diverse needs of entry-level to advanced gamers, allowing everyone to enjoy the fun of building a PC.

Evolving PC Building Needs: Flexibility and Design Drive Decisions

As graphics card performance and gaming ecosystems continue to advance, the global PC case market is also growing. According to Growth Market Reports, the global PC case market reached $2.31 billion in 2024, and is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% to $3.97 billion by 2033. With demand rising for both stable, efficient cooling and stylish design, users are increasingly seeking greater flexibility in chassis space and hardware support. XPG responds with the launch of the flagship VALOR AIR PRO and its debut air cooler series MAESTRO PLUS, offering comprehensive options for a new generation of builders.

XPG VALOR AIR PRO: Flagship Chassis with Expansive Space and Flexible Compatibility

As the flagship model of the VALOR family, the VALOR AIR PRO is designed for both beginners and advanced PC builders. It supports E-ATX motherboards, accommodates GPUs up to 400mm in length and top-mounted radiators up to 360mm, and comes pre-installed with four 120mm ARGB fans. The front panel continues the AIR series’ signature diagonal mesh design for optimized airflow and supports up to nine fans total (including three 140mm fans at the front), ensuring stable thermal performance even under heavy loads. Magnetic dust filters on the top, side, and bottom, along with a tool-free magnetic quick-release front panel, make maintenance fast and convenient.

With its spacious design and high compatibility, the VALOR AIR PRO is suitable for both entry-level users who want a simple installation and advanced gamers who need high-standard features for a flagship build. It provides a more intuitive and reliable building experience, allowing gamers to unleash their creativity and build their ideal gaming PC.

XPG MAESTRO PLUS: First Air Cooler Series for Beginners and Pros Alike

Air coolers remain a popular choice in the market due to their stability, ease of installation, and simple maintenance. curves for a balance between silent operation and cooling efficiency. A digital display panel provides real-time CPU temperature and utilization data, while integration with XPG PRIME software allows users to monitor detailed performance graphs at any time. Compact towers with ARGB lighting ensure clean aesthetics, even in side-window builds.

Together, the VALOR AIR PRO and MAESTRO PLUS provide the ultimate combination of space, cooling, and design. From long-term upgrade flexibility to real-time monitoring and next-gen compatibility, XPG delivers reliable, easy-to-use solutions for air-cooling enthusiasts. With this complete “case x cooling” combination, XPG helps gamers from the very first step of building a PC to future upgrades, allowing them to unleash hardware performance while showcasing their personal style.

For more information on the VALOR AIR PRO and MAESTRO PLUS, please visit: https://www.xpg.com