Author - Jerry Paxton

Creative Unveils Outlier Free Pro Line of Bone Conduction Headphones

2023/07/20

Creative Technology today announced the release of the Creative Outlier Free Pro+ and Creative Outlier Free+, the latest bone conduction headphones to join the well-loved Outlier series. Building on the foundation of its predecessors, these latest headphones bring an elevated open-ear listening experience with better precision and optimal sound conduction efficiency through the innovative adjustable transducers that adapt to the unique contours of each individual’s ears. With the ability to customize the fit, users can now enjoy unrivaled comfort and stability, allowing them to focus on their music or calls without any distractions. Along with an added burst of vibrant color options, these latest Plus versions add a playful and colorful twist to the user’s everyday life.

For Creative Outlier Free+, users can choose between the classic yet stylish dark slate grey and matte black combination or make a striking statement with the lively dark slate grey and lime green fusion. The Creative Outlier Free Pro+, on the other hand, is available in midnight blue and matte black or midnight blue and fiery orange combinations. With these additional color options, users can now match their headphones to their personal style.

Designed for an active lifestyle, these bone conduction headphones are built to withstand the elements. The Creative Outlier Free+ has an IPX5 water-resistant rating, while the Creative Outlier Free Pro+ has an IPX8 waterproof rating and a built-in 8 GB memory, allowing users to experience absolute audio playback freedom while running, cycling, and even swimming. Together with seamless Bluetooth® 5.3 connectivity and an extended battery life of up to 10 hours, these headphones are the perfect companions, delivering impressive audio performance in any environment.

And that’s not all—Creative will also be launching a mini version of the bone conduction headphones in August 2023 that will be suitable for pre-teens and teenagers, allowing them to enjoy their favorite tunes and experience quality audio with a comfortable fit.

Pricing and Availability

Creative Outlier Free+ is priced at US$99.99 and is available at Creative.com. For more information, visit creative.com/OutlierFreePlus.

Creative Outlier Free Pro+ is priced at US$149.99 and is available at Creative.com. For more information, visit creative.com/OutlierFreeProPlus.

CBS Studios Unveils San Diego Comic-Con 2023 Plans

2023/07/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, SDCC

CBS Studios returns to San Diego Comic-Con, featuring screenings, exclusive content, activations, booths and more. Attendees will have the chance to find out their destiny at the “Ghosts” Woodstone Mansion on the convention floor, collect exclusive pins and posters from their favorite Star Trek series, and a chance to win prizes! Additional details about the experiences, giveaways, and presentations below:

STAR TREK Universe in Hall H. As previously announced by Paramount+, the fan-favorite STAR TREK universe returns to San Diego Comic-Con, featuring exclusive reveals and surprises from upcoming and current seasons of STAR TREK: DISCOVERY, STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS, and STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS. Fans in attendance will also be the first to see the highly anticipated STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS and STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS crossover episode with a special Hall H premiere screening! Saturday, July 22, 1:30-2:45 p.m. PT, Hall H

The Activation:
STAR TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS will have an interactive booth space on the convention floor where fans will get an intimate look at official costumes and props from the series on display and have a chance to receive exclusive giveaways. Booth #3529

Official 50th Star Trek Animated Celebration in 25ABC. Get a first look at Star Trek: The Animated Celebration – a campaign celebrating 50 years of STAR TREK: THE ANIMATED SERIES with John Van Citters (VP, Star Trek Brand Development); explore the latest in publishing with an IDW representative and talk gaming with Scopely’s Brian Lelas (Lead Narrative Designer, Star Trek Fleet Command) and Rebekah Plants (Community Manager, Star Trek Fleet Command). You won’t want to miss this panel, complete with limited edition pin giveaways and special guest Casper Kelly (Star Trek: Short Treks, Too Many Cooks)! Friday, July 21, 10 – 11AM PT, 25ABC.

The Activation:

The Star Trek brand team, in partnership with Paramount+, will also be distributing limited-edition pins daily during San Diego Comic-Con in the downtown Gaslamp District at “The Lodge: A Paramount+ Experience,” located at the transformed Happy Does Bar. Happy Does Bar, 340 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101. Operating hours: Wednesday, July 19, 6-10PM; Thursday, July 20-Saturday, July 22, 12 – 10PM; Sunday, July 23, 10AM – 7PM. Admission is free, but is on a reservation system. No SDCC badge is required. Keep your eyes on StarTrek.com and @StarTrek on socials for more information.

GHOSTS Presentation in Ballroom 20. Join the GHOSTS ‘fan-ily’ reunion at the San Diego Convention Center. The event will be hosted by TV host, journalist, “Talking Strange” podcast host Aaron Sagers and will treat fans to a ‘lively’ debate with fans on just who got ‘sucked off’ in this year’s cliffhanger, plus surprises specific to this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. The presentation will also screen the season two finale, a video featurette showcasing the past two seasons and an exclusive SDCC behind-the-scenes presentation from “CBS Sunday Morning,” which was on-set earlier this year. Thursday, July 20, 12:45 – 1:45PM PT, Ballroom 20.

The Activation:

“Ghosts” Destiny Decider – Comic-Con attendees arriving to Booth 229 will be welcomed as guests of Sam and Jay’s Bed and Breakfast. As the front doors of Woodstone Mansion close behind each guest, they’ll warm themselves by the fire and relive special moments from the hit series. However, before exiting, each guest will have their fate decided. Will they get ‘sucked off’ into the eternal light above or ‘go down’ to where their past misfortunes catch up to them? After each transition to their ‘next life,’ attendees will receive images of their posthumous experience and receive a limited-edition Comic-Con t-shirt*, branded as being ‘Ghosted’ at San Diego Comic-Con. *Supplies are limited.

Limited Special Edition Comic-Con Poster:

Exclusive to Comic-Con attendees, posters* will be given away at the GHOSTS Destiny Decider (Booth 229) on the convention room floor. *Supplies are limited.

Additional surprise GHOSTS-branded activations will be found within and around Comic-Con. Fans can follow along via @ghostscbs.

TRANSFORMERS Grimlock Auto-Converting Robot Flagship Collector’s Edition Announced

2023/07/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, SDCC, Tech News, Trailers / Videos

Robosen Robotics (Robosen.com), a leading innovator in the field of robotics, today announced TRANSFORMERS Grimlock Auto-Converting Robot – Flagship Collector’s Edition (robosen.com/us/grimlock-g1-flagship), the world’s first dual-form, bipedal walking robot. Through Robosen’s partnership with Hasbro, the robot will be on display at the Hasbro Pulse Booth #3213 at San Diego Comic-Con for fans to get an up-close and personal look of their favorite Dinobot.

Pre-order begins today through September 30th on Robosen.com and Hasbro Pulse (hasbropulse.com/products/transformers-grimlock-auto-converting-robot-flagship-collectors-edition), ensuring enthusiasts have ample opportunity to secure their Collector’s Edition at a special pre-order price of $1,499. Scheduled shipping is late Fall, with a retail price of $1,699.

Equipped with an advanced SOC chip technology and a comprehensive robot operating system, this Flagship Collector’s Edition robot represents the epitome of auto-conversion. It stands as the world’s first dual-form, bipedal walking robot, pushing the boundaries of articulation and movement. With 34 high-precision intelligent servos and an array of 85 microchips, the robot exhibits seamless conversion capabilities while delivering smooth motions. Additionally, the inclusion of 6-axis IMU sensors ensures constant balance monitoring, providing unparalleled stability.

In development since 2016, Grimlock boasts an array of impressive mechanical engineering and advancements in robotics that sets it apart as a must-have interactive robot for avid collectors and enthusiasts. Crafted using the finest materials such as polymers, nanomaterials and superalloys, this robot showcases exceptional build quality, and leverages advanced processing methods including laser etching and precision carving, showcasing meticulous attention to detail.

Voice interaction plays a central role in the immersive experience, featuring 150+ original Generation 1 Transformers audio lines, voiced exclusively for Robosen by Gregg Berger, the original voice of G1 Grimlock. These authentic sound bites are synchronized with robotic actions, creating an engaging entertainment experience. Users can interact with the robot through 42 voice commands, enabling hands-free control for conversion, walking, and various stunning stunts.

Controlling Grimlock has never been easier thanks to the accompanying app. With Bluetooth BLE 5.0 connectivity, users can remotely control the robot’s auto-conversion, movements and impressive actions directly from their mobile devices. The app also offers an immersive “MiniTheater” feature, allowing users to enjoy captivating solo performances in SoloPlay mode or coordinate thrilling displays in MultiPlay mode. Collaborate with either Flagship or Elite Optimus Prime to defeat the Decepticons in epic battle reenactments and prepare for future adventures with other Robosen TRANSFORMERS robots.

To further elevate the playability of Grimlock, Robosen provides four programming modes. Users can create new actions for the robot using block-based programming, where modules can be dragged to set angles and speeds, replicating classic scenes from the movies. Intelligent manual manipulation allows for direct adjustments of joints to quickly create robot movements. Voice programming offers a hands-on approach, allowing users to give multiple command words in sequence and easily create customized robot performances. For those seeking the ultimate programming experience, computer-based 3D programming software is recommended to unlock Grimlock’s full potential.

“We invite fans and collectors to embrace the future of robotics and experience the unmatched craftsmanship and innovation with our latest edition to our collection,” said Sean Tang, Director of Robosen USA. “We’re excited for them to own the most powerful Dinobot in the world.”

“Robosen continues to impress with their cutting-edge tech masterpieces. The state-of-the-art engineering on this incredible new Grimlock robot represents the Transformers brand in a way that has never been done before—until today, and we’re excited to showcase the beloved Dinobot for our fans at San Diego Comic-Con,” said Casey Collins, President of Global Licensed Consumer Products and Business Development, Hasbro. “Our Transformers Robosen line proves our ongoing commitment to innovation and powering the imagination of future generations for years to come.”

Each purchase of the Grimlock Auto-Converting Robot includes a collector’s coin featuring a unique serial number, adding an exclusive touch to this collectible. Furthermore, the robot comes with accessories such as the Crown, Galaxial Rocket Launcher, and Energon Sword, enhancing the play and display possibilities for enthusiasts.

This Way Madness Lies is Coming to Nintendo Switch

2023/07/20

Jerry Paxton

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

Developer Zeboyd Digital Games and publisher Limited Run Games announced today that Pre-Orders have begun for popular RPG, This Way Madness Lies, coming to Nintendo Switch on July 25, followed by a PlayStation 5 launch later this year. Limited Run Games will also release physical editions for both platforms. This Way Madness Lies first launched for PC on Steam in November of 2022 to critical acclaim, garnering a Metacritic score of 84 with PC Gamer calling it “A fun and engaging RPG with beautiful graphics and a bouncy pace.”

The game will launch on Nintendo Switch on July 25th. Pre-Orders for the game on Switch can be found HERE. The launch date for the PlayStation 5 version will be announced soon.

“I believe that the world needs more quality RPG’s that don’t take dozens of hours before they get good. Something that’s all killer, no filler, and fun for the whole family. This Way Madness Lies is great for when you need a burst of turn-based goodness, or just want to hang out with the members of the Stratford-Upon-Avon High Drama Society. And now that it’s coming to the Nintendo Switch, the fun doesn’t have to stop even when you’re suffocating in a crowded subway car or at an outdoor party you’d rather not be attending,” commented Robert Boyd , Founder of Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC (also Designer, Director, Programmer, Writer, and Assistant Lemur Keeper Second Class).

Street Fighter Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop with Original Soundtrack

2023/07/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

In celebration of the 50^th anniversary of hip hop this August, Street Fighter™ is collaborating with NERDS Clothing and platinum record selling producers Steel Sessions to bring together top hip hop artists to release an original soundtrack, with select songs inspired by the sights, sounds, and action of the Street Fighter franchise. The album – “Street Fighter™ 6 x NERDS Clothing presents Steel Sessions” – will be available globally later this year across all major digital streaming platforms and builds on the recent momentous launch of Street Fighter 6, out now on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Physical release is slated for Q4 2023 and will be available in the U.S. only.

Artists involved with the epic release include Benny the Butcher/Black Soprano Family, Royce da 5’9”, Dave East, Papoose, Sheek Louch, Styles P, Grafh, Smoke DZA, along with others who will be announced at a later date.

Renowned NYC MC Dave East had this to say about the upcoming release: “Hip hop and Street Fighter go hand in hand. Bringing all these hip hop artists together to celebrate the music’s history alongside the legendary fighting game has been an incredible experience.”

NERDS Clothing CEO and Creative Director Eric Medina added: “Gaming and hip hop continue to play a huge role in our business and personal lives. We are grateful for this opportunity to partner with our talented brothers from Steel Sessions and deliver a project that pays homage to hip hop and the Street Fighter franchise.”

The current track listing can be found below, with even more tracks to be announced ahead of release:

“Street Fighting”
- Artist: Dave East
- Produced by: Buda & Grandz, Mike Kuz, Big Len, Suave, Rondon, Looisey & MacShooter
“Perfect”
- Artists: Black Soprano Family: Benny the Butcher, Heem, & Rick Hyde
- Produced by: Buda & Grandz & Ky Miller
“Blood On Me”
- Artist: D-Block
- Produced by: Buda & Grandz & Ky Miller
“Final Boss”
- Artist: Smoke DZA
- Produced by: Suave, Big Len, Buda & Grandz & Ky Miller
“Already Up”
- Artist: Royce da 5’9″ & Courtney Bell
- Produced by: Big Len, Suave, Mike Kuz, Buda & Grandz
“Power”
- Artist: Grafh
- Produced by: Mike Kuz, Rondon, Buda & Grandz

The Street Fighter franchise is currently celebrating its 35^th anniversary and has long had a close connection with hip hop music and culture, which is presented front and center in the latest Street Fighter 6 release that just surpassed two million copies sold since launch.

About NERDS Clothing
NERDS Clothing is a street wear company based in NY/NJ and was founded in 2011. Since its beginning, NERDS has built a loyal customer base, servicing a broad age demographic of consumers. CEO/Creative Director Eric Medina and Co-Executive Producer/Project Manager Jose Aquino have both provided creative and unique marketing campaigns to expand their company’s reach and potential customer pipeline within the video game and music industry. With a combined 20+ years of experience with licensed products and music, they have partnered up with platinum record selling producers Buda Da Future, Grandz Muzik, & Mike Kuz of Steel Sessions to spearhead this project with Capcom. The Steel Sessions team has worked with some of the biggest artists in music industry, including Jadakiss, 50 Cent, Rick Ross, Nipsey Hussle, Nelly Furtado, and Dave East.

About Street Fighter 6
Street Fighter 6, having sold more than two million units since launch, is available now and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series with a combo of unique fighting game innovations, brimming with content across three brand new game modes – Fighting Ground, World Tour, and Battle Hub. Players around the world can get their hands on all the hard-hitting Street Fighter 6 action now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

Nickelodeon Unveils San Diego Comic-Con 2023 Lineup

2023/07/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, SDCC

Nickelodeon’s activations at Comic-Con International: San Diego 2023 tee up three of its most powerful and popular global franchises that span the platforms of Paramount Global, including: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, releasing only in theaters August 2 from Paramount Pictures; Good Burger 2, an all-new movie sequel to the iconic ‘90s feature film coming soon to Paramount+; and Avatar: The Last Airbender, the beloved animated series coming to theaters with a new story in 2025.

Headquartered at its 1,800 square-foot booth (#4113) on the convention center floor, fans can also load up on new retail items, including an Avatar: The Last Airbender watch featuring Toph, enamel pins, a collector’s skateboard by Bear Walker based on the artwork from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem film poster, and more.

The following is a rundown of Nickelodeon’s booth-related activities and products:

DAILY BOOTH ACTIVITY

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Photo Opportunity and Experience: Turtle fans can take photos with a giant 12-foot-long skateboard and learn about Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo on an interactive screen.
Good Burger 2 Experience: Step inside a detailed recreation of the famed restaurant outfitted with props and signage from the actual Good Burger 2 movie set, including the Good Shake machine, tables and tabletop elements, sauce bottles and more. Approved by Ed himself, compete against the clock and another player to virtually smash as many burgers as possible before time runs out in original game, Good Burger Smash. Before exiting the Good Burger restaurant, snap a picture inside the photo booth to share via social media.
Avatar: The Last Airbender Activation and Photo Opportunity: What’s your element? Answer a 5-question personality quiz to discover your element – air, earth, fire, or water. Fans will receive a printed trading card featuring their photo and element. Welcome to the Avatarverse! Don’t’ leave without snapping a photo with life-size cutouts of Aang, Sokka, Katara, Toph, Zuko and the Cabbage Merchant from original the Avatar: The Last Airbender.
Customized T-Shirt and Flip Flop Station: Fans can purchase t-shirts and flip fops at the retail shop and create their own custom-design from a choice of 15 fan-favorite Nick shows and characters. Items are ready within minutes!
Costumed-Character Appearances: Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem will make appearances at select times.
Retail: Attendees can purchase Comic-Con exclusive figures and collectibles, t-shirts, pins and more.
Giveaways: Special giveaways and posters will be handed out throughout the convention.

EXCLUSIVE AND LIMITED-EDITION PRODUCTS

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Bear Walker Official Skateboard

The official cruiser for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem! This Mutant Mayhem x Bear Walker skate deck is handcrafted in the USA and utilizes official movie artwork in collaboration with Bear Walker and Paramount Pictures. Debuting at Comic-Con, the top of the board features a carved-out design for grip and is accompanied with premium packaging and a numbered certificate of authenticity. Swing by the Nickelodeon booth on Thursday, July 20 between 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. to have your board signed by Bear!

SRP: $250.00

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Playmates Action Figures

These limited-edition Donatello, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Leonardo action figures based on the upcoming blockbuster movie feature collector-quality decoration and articulation, and enhanced TMNT weapon accessories – perfect for fighting off an army of mutants! Each figure is packed in a Mutant Mayhem graffiti-style package with a protective sleeve from Playmates Toys…the official headquarters of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles action figures for over 35 years!

SRP: $30.00

Classic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Iron Studios Minico Statues

Take a journey into the sewers to sharpen your ninjutsu skills with these stylized statues of the Heroes in a Half Shell! Debuting at SDCC 2023, this line evokes the fun and unique visual style of the comic books. Collect all four!

SRP: $40.00 each

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Super7 ReAction Shredder Collector Figure in Pasta Can

Join the devious Foot Clan with this SDCC 2023 exclusive featuring Shredder! Inspired by the vintage Shredder-in-a-Can mail-in promotion figure, this collector figure comes packaged in a TMNT-themed replica pasta can.

SRP: $25.00

Avatar: The Last Airbender “Toph” Disliz Watch

You may not be able to master Earthbending, but you can certainly master time with a Limited Edition Disliz Watch featuring fan-favorite characters Toph and Momo from Avatar: The Last Airbender. There are only 200 in stock, so grab one while you can!

SRP: $50.00

Nickelodeon x San Diego Comic-Con 2023 Zen Monkey Pins

Attention all pin collectors! Nickelodeon’s partner Zen Monkey Studios is celebrating its 10^th anniversary by offering 250 of these SDCC 2023 exclusive golden pins with sparkles and glitter of Arnold with Gerald from Hey Arnold! and Appa from Avatar: The Last Airbender.

SPR: $15.00 each

Nick ‘90s Poster

The ‘90s are back! This 18” x 24” poster on premium glossy paper features classic Nick characters from series including SpongeBob SquarePants, Invader Zim, Rocket Power, and so many more. Hang it on your wall and see how many you can count!

SPR: $20.00 each

Customized T-Shirt and Flip Flop Station

Fans can purchase t-shirts and flip fops at the retail shop and create their own custom-design from a choice of 15 fan-favorite Nick shows and characters. Items are ready within minutes! T-Shirt SRP: $20.00

Flip Flop SRP: $15.00

Skybound Entertainment Announces The Walking Dead: Betrayal

2023/07/19

Jerry Paxton

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

Skybound Entertainment, the creator-led, multi-platform entertainment company, today announced The Walking Dead™: Betrayal, a third person action game of cooperation and deception for up to eight players. This upcoming The Walking Dead experience will be available for $19.99 and is currently in development for PC with Other Ocean Interactive, the team behind the critically-acclaimed and best-selling hidden-role survival game, Project Winter. Starting today, you can join the The Walking Dead: Betrayal Discord channel, sign up for game updates, and score a chance to participate in upcoming closed beta tests starting August 10.

Out of resources, with a horde of walkers on their heels, players must work together to complete objectives and escape in The Walking Dead: Betrayal. They’ll need to work fast, as walkers aren’t the only threat they will have to face in rural Canada. While these survivors struggle to escape, incognito ‘traitors’ lurk among them, plotting to do everything in their power to delay repairs, and prevent anyone from leaving. As evidence of their sabotage becomes apparent, paranoia and accusations threaten to tear the survivors apart as they desperately work towards escaping.

“We’re tremendously excited to unveil this latest The Walking Dead experience that fully immerses players with a fresh and unique take on social deception gameplay,” said Robert Kirkman, Chief Creative Director of Skybound Entertainment and creator of The Walking Dead. “Partnering with Other Ocean Interactive, true innovators in this game genre, will allow players to experience hordes of deceit and distrust as they struggle to work together to survive and escape.”

“Pairing our deep experience and love for social deception gameplay with the incredible The Walking Dead universe is truly a match made in heaven,” said Andrew Ayre, CEO of Other Ocean Interactive. “It’s an honor for our team to collaborate with Skybound and we can’t wait to reveal more in the coming months, and for fans to experience it starting with our upcoming beta.”

For more information about The Walking Dead: Betrayal visit Steam.

Gunsmith Simulator Out Now on Steam Early Access

2023/07/19

Jerry Paxton

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

Begin your firearms repair journey today on Steam with the Early Access launch of Gunsmith Simulator! Take on contracts to fix and restore all sorts of guns both new and old, and really dive into how these weapon systems work.

The team at Game Hunters have got plenty planned for the game as it goes through it’s time in Early Access and have put out a roadmap showing some of the features and new weapons that will be added to the game in the coming months. There’s a lot planned for Gunsmith Simulator and the team is going to keep on polishing the game in Early Access until it shines like a freshly nickel plated slide on a 1911.

Gunsmith Simulator hits Steam in Early Access today for $19.99 USD with a 10% launch discount. If you’ve ever been curious about just how just guns work, well this is the game for you!

About Gunsmith Simulator

Become a Gunsmith and unveil the great pleasure of working in your own workshop! Repair, restore and personalize guns to make unique pieces that every firearm lover will appreciate.

Accept: Start the day with the smell of fresh coffee & gun oil as you pick up jobs from “GunStock” to work on.
Renew: Carefully diagnose and dissemble your orders, find broken parts, and then order new ones or make your own. Nothing says DIY like milling your own receivers!
Renovate: Take these forgotten weapons and shine them up like new, cleaning off rust, applying fresh finishes, and maybe even putting on a fresh coat of paint.
Customize: Even the most standard weapon platform screams out for a personal touch. Configure and adapt your projects with all sorts of options to fit your client’s needs.
Test: The only thing as fun as building guns… is shooting them! Take your creations out to the range to test them on targets, shooting skeet, or taking on tactical CQB courses.
Complete: When it’s all done, you’ll tearfully hand the gun back to its owner. From there you can take on more orders and grow your business, all built on a passion for guns!

WWE 2K23 Revel with Wyatt Pack Announced

2023/07/19

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Today, 2K announced the Revel with Wyatt Pack, the fourth DLC* for WWE® 2K23, the highest-rated game in WWE 2K’s history according to Metacritic**, is available now. The Revel with Wyatt Pack is headlined by the charismatic Bray Wyatt, a former WWE Champion, two-time Universal Champion, two-time Tag Team Champion, and host of the bizarre “Firefly Funhouse.” Also appearing in the Revel with Wyatt Pack is the enigmatic Uncle Howdy, a previously unannounced addition, as well as four additional Superstars making their WWE 2K franchise debuts: Zeus, star of “No Holds Barred” and one-time rival of WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan, Valhalla, primal huntress often seen accompanying the Viking Raiders, Joe Gacy, leader of the cult-like faction The Schism, and Blair Davenport, best known for brutalizing her NXT opponents in a series of sneak attacks. These Superstars bring 44 new moves and taunts into the game, which can also be used for custom Superstars in the creation suite, and each playable Superstar also comes with their own MyFACTION card. This fourth DLC is available for individual purchase, and is included as part of Season Pass***, Deluxe Edition, and Icon Edition of WWE 2K23.

Also available now in WWE 2K23’s MyFACTION game mode is the new Summer Heat card collection featuring Amethyst tier Batista, Stacy Keibler, Chyna, and Ultimate Warrior, and many more. Coming July 28 is the Neon Horizons card collection featuring Diamond tier The Prototype, Leviathan and Chad Gable, plus Amethyst tier Alba Fyre, Bruno Sammartino, Grayson Waller, Roxanne Perez, and Scott Steiner, and many more. On August 4, the SummerSlam card collection will launch featuring Diamond tier Roman Reigns, Asuka, Scott Hall, Bianca Belair, and Jake Roberts, plus many more.

The Bad News U Pack, the final DLC pack for WWE 2K23, will be available August 16. The WWE 2K23 Deluxe and Icon Editions are currently on sale on Xbox platforms for 35% off through July 31, while the Standard and Icon Editions are on sale on PlayStation platforms for 35% off through August 2****. WWE 2K23 will also be free-to-play on Steam from August 3-8 and Xbox (for Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers only) from August 3-7, 2023.*****

For more information on WWE 2K23, visit the game’s official website, become a fan on Facebook, follow the game on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, and subscribe on YouTube. Official campaign hashtags #WWE2K23 and #EvenStronger.

Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

*WWE 2K23 required to use DLC content. DLC purchase necessary. Online Account (13+) required to access online features. See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for additional details.

**Based on WWE 2K23’s Metacritic scores on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

***Season Pass available for individual purchase or included in Icon Edition and Deluxe Edition. Players who purchase the Icon Edition or Deluxe Edition will automatically have access to Season Pass and each DLC pack included in the Season Pass as they become available.

****Discount based on 2K’s SRP. Digital Only. Xbox sales ends: July 31. PlayStation sale ends: August 2, 2023. Terms Apply.

*****Free play period ends 09:59:59 AM PDT, August 8th, 2023 on Steam, and 10:59:59AM PDT August 7th on Xbox for Xbox Live Gold & Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers Only. Progress, any add-ons or items purchased for the game (including any earned or purchased virtual currency) will transfer if the game is purchased. Purchases made during the free play period are final. Internet connection required. Terms apply.

A War Between Xenomorphs Erupts In Alien Annual Number One

2023/07/19

Jerry Paxton

Comics News, Geek News, News

Over the last year, writer Declan Shalvey and artist Andrea Broccardo have taken the Alien franchise to dark new depths in the current ongoing ALIEN comic series. Set on an remote moon, the series has unearthed all-new horrors in the iconic horror/science-fiction mythos, including a chilling subspecies of Xenomorphs that have thawed out of an icy slumber! The mystery and methods of these new Xenomophs are still being revealed, but this October, readers will get up close and personal with these new terrors in a double-sized ALIEN ANNUAL! Teaming up with rising talent Danny Earls, Shalvey will further explore these new creations as they go head-to-head with their classic counterparts. With no humanity in sight, fans will see Xenomorphs unleashed on each other in brutal fashion as this action-packed and standalone issue sets up the next era of ALIEN comic book storytelling!

ALIEN VS. ALIEN: PITY THE XENO! A Xenomorph queen and her hive descend on a dark world. As always, they’re eager to eliminate any species they encounter and stand poised to overrun this planet like they have so many others. Until the native life fight back…

“Writing ALIEN has been a fantastic experience so far, digging into the desolate horror the franchise allows on the Thaw storyline with a diehard collaborator like Andrea Broccardo,” Shalvey shared. “With this upcoming annual, I get to expand on the world we’ve built with a ferocious battle of monsters by the excellent Danny Earls, whose stark shadows and organic shapes are perfect for a series like this. I promise that no humans will survive this tale.”

Check out the issue’s main cover drawn by Shalvey below and pick up ALIEN ANNUAL #1 this October! For more information, visit Marvel.com.