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The Inquisitor Gets an Official Gameplay Trailer

2023/08/24

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

Prepare to descend into a world shrouded in darkness and malevolence as Kalypso Media and The Dust S.A. have unveiled the latest gameplay trailer for dark fantasy adventure game, The Inquisitor. Emerging from the depths of an alternate religious history, this story-driven epic invites players to navigate a treacherous path through mystery, violence, and sin. The Inquisitor is coming soon, destined for Windows PC, Xbox Series X | S, and PlayStation 5 platforms.

In an alternate 1500 A.D., where a vengeful Jesus broke free from the cross and pursued brutal retribution against the heretics, The Inquisitor thrusts players into a world soaked in blood and shadow. Assuming the mantle of Mordimer Madderdin, a devoted Inquisitor, players embark on a harrowing journey within the corrupt city of Koenigstein. Amidst rampant sin and religious transgressions, your solemn duty as the Inquisitor beckons you to unearth corruption’s roots and confront its malicious grip.

Harness the power of strategic investigation as you track down suspects, delve into the intricacies of evidence, and, if necessary, resort to unyielding force. Your role as judge, jury, and executioner hangs in the balance. Will mercy prevail, or shall the sword of retribution fall in the name of Holy Law?

Yet, within the very walls of the city, a deeper darkness festers, a realm shrouded in mystery, the Unworld. Unbeknownst to those around him, Mordimer Madderdin holds the key to unlocking its secrets, peering into the twisted souls of the depraved. The Inquisitor beckons players to unveil its grim truths and confront the ultimate judgment.

In this newest trailer, witness the means at your disposal for righting the sins of Koenigstein. Prepare to put your judgement to the test, the dark fantasy adventure is coming soon on Windows PC, Xbox Series X | S and PlayStation 5. Delve into the abyss and witness the trailer below.

AirportSim Hits The Runway with New Steam Demo

2023/08/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Break out your safety vests and air traffic control lights! AirportSim, the highly anticipated airport ground handling simulator developed by MS GAMES and published by Iceberg Interactive, is ready to service budding air controllers with a new demo available now on Steam. Developed by a passionate team of aviation enthusiasts, AirportSim offers players a chance to experience the challenges and thrills of managing the ground handling of a bustling airport with a wide variety of interactive tasks.

In AirportSim, players will step into the shoes of various airport ground staff. Service planes with true-to-life details including real connecting points, door operations, refueling systems, lights, sounds, and general ground procedures during the plane turnaround. The game features ground layouts, plane parking, lines, and gate numbers inspired by real-world airports like Vagar Airport, Keflavik Airport, Warsaw Chopin Airport and Key West. With multiple gameplay modes, stunning visuals, a deep level of customization, and a dynamic weather system mapped in conjunction with the METAR system, AirportSim is poised to captivate aviation enthusiasts and simulation game lovers alike.

AirportSim will be available on PC and Xbox later this year, providing players with the flexibility to enjoy the game on their preferred gaming system. Whether players choose to dive into the game’s intricacies using a mouse and keyboard or prefer the console gaming experience, AirportSim ensures an engaging and immersive simulation on both platforms.

For now, get ready to enjoy the new AirportSim demo on Steam and embark on a journey to manage your dream airport from the ground, and experience the exhilaration of running a successful aviation hub.

Stay up to date with the latest news and announcements by visiting the official website at [https://airportsim.com/]. Join the AirportSim community on social media channels, including Twitter (@Airport_sim) and Facebook (/AirportSim), for exclusive updates, developer insights, and more.

Thrustmaster Unveils New Knob and Wheel Mount Peripherals

2023/08/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News

During the Gamescom fair, Thrustmaster is pleased to unveil its unique new racing wheel mounting system, including a rotary spinner knob – a perfect complement for all heavy vehicle driving simulators.

The SimTask Steering Kit allows gamers to set up their racing wheel in a flat-mounted position, delivering an immersive experience when driving farm machinery or heavy vehicles.

The mount allows users to customize the steering wheel’s angle and height, offering a number of diverse driving configurations similar to real life.

In addition, the rotary spinner knob provides a major agility boost, enabling gamers to operate the steering wheel with one hand.

The SimTask Steering Kit is compatible with Thrustmaster T128 and T248 racing wheels.

SimTask is Thrustmaster’s new range of products, specially designed to deliver an enhanced experience of driving simulation with heavy vehicles and farm machinery.

RECREATING THE ENVIRONMENT OF A HEAVY VEHICLE CABIN

With the SimTask Steering Kit, adapt your T128 or T248 racing wheel to operate farm machinery and heavy vehicles, and turn your desktop into a truly versatile cockpit.

Designed for heavy vehicle driving simulations

The SimTask Steering Kit is the ideal racing wheel mount for heavy vehicle driving simulations, enabling gamers to position their steering wheel flat. This position recreates the controls of farm machinery and heavy vehicles as they are in real life.

Groundbreaking versatility

Offering remarkable freedom of adjustment, the versatile SimTask Steering Kit can be used for a wide range of applications.

The three adjustable axes allow users to select the steering wheel’s angle (from 15° to 85°) and height (+/- 30 mm), in order to achieve the ideal driving position. Gamers can enjoy an immersive driving experience, whether at the controls of a combine harvester on a farm, maneuvering a heavy goods vehicle to ensure an important delivery or at the wheel of a sports car in the midst of a heated race.

Switching from one configuration to another requires neither tools nor disassembly, ensuring a swift and easy changeover.

Rotary spinner knob

The SimTask Steering Kit includes a wheel-mounted rotary spinner knob, delivering exceptional agility, which can easily be attached to the steering wheel, without tools. It enables users to hone their one-handed driving skills, while simultaneously operating an equipment’s controls or a heavy vehicle’s gearshift.

Sturdy metal structure

The SimTask Steering Kit’s 100% metal structure is made from 2 mm thick sheet metal, ensuring robustness and the faithful restitution of genuine driving sensations, while also guaranteeing the mount’s functional lifespan.

The rotary spinner knob features a steel axle, ensuring stiffness and an extended service life.

Can easily be mounted to a desktop or table

The SimTask Steering Kit is equipped with a clamp attachment system, suited to desks or tables ranging from 15 mm to 50 mm in thickness. Assembly and disassembly are swift and require no tools.

Compatible with T128 and T248 racing wheels

The SimTask Steering Kit is compatible with Thrustmaster T128 and T248 racing wheels. It perfectly complements the simracing experience, offering comprehensive versatility in all situations, whether users are speeding around racing tracks or harvesting crop fields.

Commercial information

The SimTask Steering Kit is available at a suggested retail price of £69.99 / €79.99 € / $79.99 for worldwide release:

Pre-orders start October 2023.
Commercially availability starts November 2023.

Razer Unveils Xbox Edition Mobile Kishi V2 Gaming Controllers

2023/08/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News

Razer™, the world’s leading lifestyle brand for gamers, has once again set the mobile gaming world alight with their latest lineup additions. Spearheading this launch is the widely available Kishi V2 Pro, the extended reach of Razer Edge across Europe and Asia, and the new Xbox Editions of Kishi V2 for iPhone and Kishi V2 Pro for Android.

“At Razer, we believe in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in mobile gaming,” said Alvin Cheung, Senior Vice President of Razer’s Hardware Business Unit. “With the Kishi V2 line and the extended availability of the Razer Edge, we are empowering gamers to enjoy the full potential of what mobile gaming has to offer.”

Razer Kishi V2 Pro for Android – Mobile Gaming Is Now Hardcore

Born from an obsession for peak mobile gameplay, the Kishi V2 Pro was initially exclusively bundled with Razer Edge, but now will be sold separately, widely available for purists and enthusiasts.

For console-class gaming with features such as HyperSense Haptics, a universal fit with extendable bridge, and the ability to play both PC or console games with streaming, the Kishi V2 Pro maintains peak performance through ultra-low latency gameplay, with passthrough charging, and 3.5mm audio. Paired with the Razer Nexus 3.0 App, it’s not just gaming, it’s an experience.

Razer Edge – Mobile Gaming, Perfected

After dominating the U.S., the revolutionary Razer Edge makes its anticipated debut in select regions of Europe and Asia.

Powered by the Snapdragon® G3x Gen 1 Gaming Platform and boasting a vivid 6.8” AMOLED display with a smooth 144Hz refresh rate, this handheld gaming marvel immerses players into a world of AAA games anywhere and everywhere.

Razer Kishi V2 Xbox Edition line – Seamlessly Blending Console with Mobile

Designed in collaboration with Xbox, the officially licensed Xbox Edition controllers are Razer’s newest advancements in the domain of mobile gaming. The Razer Kishi V2 Pro for Android (Xbox Edition) and Kishi V2 for iPhone (Xbox Edition) build upon the legacy of award-winning handheld peripherals, enabling hundreds of AAA Xbox titles to be played on mobile iOS and Android platforms. These controllers offer precision controls, ergonomic comfort, and the iconic Xbox button layout and white aesthetic.

From critically acclaimed tactile Razer micro-switches present under the D-pad, face buttons, and shoulder buttons to the familiar functionality of the Xbox button for Xbox Remote Play and Xbox Cloud Gaming experiences, every aspect speaks of the quality and familiarity that Xbox and Razer enthusiasts have come to expect. All this, while also seamlessly integrating with Xbox Cloud Gaming, Xbox Remote Play, and supported streaming platforms and native games.

The Razer Kishi V2 Xbox Edition line is more than just a controller; it’s a testament to the enduring collaboration between Razer and Xbox, striving to offer the best AAA gaming experience to gamers irrespective of their location – transcending the traditional constraints of proximity to a console. These groundbreaking controllers are available exclusively in the US and Canada.

Razer Nexus 3.0 – Unlock a New Realm of Mobile Gaming

The Razer Nexus 3.0 App, which launched earlier this month, offers a treasure trove for Razer Edge and Kishi V2 users at no additional cost. Users can delve into a vast library and explore and initiate thousands of games.

Whether on iOS or Android, the curated categories and routinely refreshed game lists combined with autoplay trailers simplify game discovery. For those who’ve ever wished for a touchscreen-only game to be controller-compatible, the Virtual Controller Mode on Android makes that a reality. Razer Nexus 3.0 is available for free via the Google Play Store and iOS App Store.

These groundbreaking products are a testament to Razer’s commitment to enhancing the gaming experience for its loyal community of enthusiasts.

For more information on the Razer Kishi line, please visit Razer.com.

Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

2023/08/23

Jerry Paxton

Book News, Geek News, News

A growing settlement for trade and prospecting, Phandalin is a sleepy village in the northern region of the Sword Coast. Unbeknownst to anyone, something horrible lurks in the darkness below, and it threatens all of Phandalin. If left unchecked, this threat could consume all of Faerun. It’s up to the characters to save the day!

Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk returns players to the location of the first Starter Set for the fifth edition of Dungeons & Dragons, but the stakes now are much higher and more challenging. This new adventure takes parties from level 1 to 12. It includes a fresh take on the town of Phandalin, new secrets for players to discover, and unexpected story twists that lead the characters deep into the Underdark and beyond.

“In Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk, players are immersed in a story that gets stranger and becomes more ominous as the adventure goes on,” says Amanda Hamon, Senior Designer in the D&D Studio and the book’s lead designer. “Once the nature of the threat to Phandalin becomes clear, the characters must race against the clock to save this beloved town against classic D&D villains we’ve given a fresh, terrifying twist.”

The quest to avert impending doom is available on September 19 with early access to digital content on D&D Beyond on September 5. After the encounters in the Lost Mine of Phandelver are presented, a brand-new journey unfolds that is tinged with horror as well as new creatures and magic items.

An evil and growing corruption has warped some new creatures beyond recognition. Multiple dungeons and new maps of the Phandalin region will keep parties enthralled while discovering the source of the corruption and how to stop it from taking over Faerun.

“The corruption doesn’t appear only in the story’s characters and locations, it is a part of how the book’s art and visual design shifts, too,” says Bree Heiss, Art Director in the D&D Studio. “We wanted to create an immersive and thoughtful experience for the players that was as visually compelling as the story is exciting.”

KEY FEATURES

Offers Dungeon Masters and players a chance to test their mettle in a classic dungeon crawl
Retains the beloved Lost Mine of Phandelver quests that unfold into a brand-new adventure with classic D&D themes and a tinge of horror
Presents a bestiary with more than 20 new creatures that showcase psionic magic, mutates, and more
Provides a magic appendix that includes new consumable metamagic items and duergar magic
Includes a double-sided poster map with the Phandalin region on one side and the town of Phandalin plus multiple dungeons featured throughout the adventure on the other
·200 pages of high fantasy adventure

Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk is available as a digital-only product through D&D Beyond, as a physical book at local game stores, or as a digital/physical product bundle through dndstore.wizards.com.

House Flipper 2 Release Date Trailer

2023/08/23

Jerry Paxton

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

Frozen District, the mastermind behind the renowned House Flipper saga, is back with a bang! The next evolution in home design sims is coming to PC on December 14, 2023, to reignite your creative freedom! House Flipper 2 delivers brand new features and a complete overhaul of original mechanics in a crisp new visual style, open Sandbox mode, challenging contracts, and a heartfelt story of home and community.

With the most-played demo at June’s Steam NextFest, House Flipper 2 developers Frozen District is excited to unveil brand new features:

All-new visual style.
Build homes from scratch in Sandbox Mode, recreate real-life buildings, or construct ones using your imagination.
Restore and renovate properties.
Take on Challenging Contracts in the community.
Experience a story of transformation told in the four unique neighborhoods of the coastal community of Pinnacove.

Following the global success of the first installment – boasting over 5 million copies sold, a peak of 18,000 players on Steam at once, and six expansion packs – House Flipper 2 seems poised to take the franchise to unprecedented heights.

Diablo IV Season Two is The Season of Blood

2023/08/23

Jerry Paxton

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

The Season of Blood, Diablo IV’s second season, was announced at gamescom 2023 Opening Night Live, coming October 17! General manager of Diablo, Rod Fergusson, took to the stage and welcomed actress and producer Gemma Chan as the latest addition to the phenomenal voice cast.

Season of Blood is about combatting the rise of vampires in Sanctuary while harnessing their power for your own and Gemma will be voicing the lead character, Erys the Vampire Hunter. With her help, you can embrace new supernatural powers in order to protect Sanctuary from the vampire threat and ultimately face off against the vampire lord. In addition to new Vampiric Powers, there will be a new Questline to uncover, 5 endgame bosses able to target specific Unique and Ultra Unique items as a drop, and additional quality-of-life updates listed below.

We also had an exciting milestone announced today! Since launch, Diablo IV has seen 12 million players and 1.3 billion hours of playtime since its world premiere.

QUALITY-OF-LIFE UPDATES

More efficient Inventory management for Gems.
Paragon Points, Skill Points, Potion Charges, and Obol capacity upgrades will now carry over into a new Season once achieved with an Eternal or previous Seasonal Realm character.
Changes to the functionality of status effects include Vulnerable, Overpower, Critical Strike Damage and Elemental Resistances.
All updates in the above and the ability to target specific Unique and Ultra Unique items as a drop will be available in both Seasonal and Eternal Realms.

What Blizzard shared today is just a slice of what’s in store for wanderers in Season of Blood. More to come as we approach its release. For more information, see the blog here – https://news.blizzard.com/en-us/diablo4/23989476/season-of-blood-is-dripping-into-sanctuary

Starfield Live Action Trailer

2023/08/23

Jerry Paxton

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

To kick off Gamescom, Bethesda Game Studios unveiled the Starfield Official Live Action Trailer, providing a peek into the wonder and mystery that Constellation is out to discover in Starfield.

Watch the Starfield Official Live Action Trailer, accompanied by an orchestral version of Elton John’s “Rocket Man,” here:

Starfield is the first new universe in over 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and Fallout 4. In this next generation role-playing game set amongst the stars, create any character you want and explore with unparalleled freedom as you embark on an epic journey to answer humanity’s greatest mystery.

Starfield releases September 6 on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Players can pre-order now or play day one with Game Pass. Pre-ordering either the Premium or Constellation Edition will grant players up to five days early access to the game, dependent on purchase date and subject to possible outages and applicable time zone differences.

CORSAIR Unveils Platform:6 Modular Computer Desk

2023/08/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

CORSAIR^®, a world leader in high-performance gear and systems for gamers, content creators, and PC enthusiasts, today unveiled the CORSAIR Platform:6, a highly versatile modular desk for gamers, content creators, and working professionals. With decades of experience in creating the high-performance desktop and streaming gear that their customers use on their desks every day, CORSAIR and its subsidiary Elgato are uniquely positioned to understand and provide exactly what those customers need in a gaming and workspace. Combining premium materials, a high degree of customization, and a multitude of quality-of-life features such as adjustable height and plentiful cable management, the Platform:6 sets the highest standard for an expandable, feature-rich computer desk.

The Platform:6 supports today’s many diverse lifestyles, from the hardcore PC gamer to the remote worker in need of an organized workspace in the home. A six-foot wide surface area, which can be expanded even further, provides ample space for high-end PCs, full streaming setups, and an array of accessories. With multiple configurations offering a wide selection of features such as motorized adjustable height, choice of surface material, and an expandable rail system, customers will be able to design the perfect Platform:6 using CORSAIR’s online configurator to fit their needs and their space, or choose from several predefined bundles for the best value.

Designed thoughtfully with an eye toward future expansion, the Platform:6 grows and adapts with its user. A modular rail system utilizing a universal standard aluminum T-channel crossbar, side rails, and top-mounted rail is built into every Platform:6, offering compatibility with hundreds of aftermarket attachments and accessories. Furthermore, CORSAIR has embraced the endless creativity of its many customers by providing flexible mounting methods for their own 3D printed accessories, enabling unparalleled personalization.

Those who opt for adjustable height can take advantage of a Platform: 6 desk variant with dual electric motors to quickly and quietly move the desk surface to their desired position using an LCD readout controller with push-button adjustment and memory presets. The surface itself is available in your choice of classic dark walnut-stained environmentally friendly rubberwood or sturdy black laminate.

Every Platform:6 is loaded with a plethora of standard features to improve your quality of life. Included dual monitor arms are ready for a dual-monitor setup out of the box, while an oversized CORSAIR RapidRoute wire management tray keeps cables concealed in a space large enough to accommodate power strips as well. Even more wire management and small item storage comes in the form of an in-desk storage cubby with USB Type-A and Type-C charging ports, resulting in an uncluttered space that accommodates the complexity of high-powered gaming or professional setups while still looking great.Expandability is the key concept that drove the design of the Platform:6, with an assortment of add-ons offering huge potential for any person to create their ideal desk. If the six-foot wide surface isn’t enough space, side extensions can be installed to either side of the desk for an extra 30cm x 70cm, with optional hanging pegboards. The Elgato Multi Frame top-mounted pegboard exclusive to the Platform:6 offers even more mounting locations to organize your gear and accessories, with adapters for Elgato Multi-Mount and Flex Arm products to mount Key Lights, cameras, or microphones directly to the rail system.

The Elgato Multi Frame expansion is included with the flagship Platform:6 Creator Edition, also featuring adjustable height and a rubberwood surface. Custom configurations can be designed and purchased using the online configurator when the Platform:6 officially launches. To see how the unique features and design philosophy of the Platform:6 can elevate your workspace to a higher standard, keep an eye out for the official launch later this year.

Availability and Pricing

The CORSAIR Platform:6 will be available from the CORSAIR webstore and the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors in Q4 2023.

The Platform:6 is backed by a five-year warranty, alongside the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.

For up-to-date pricing of the Platform:6, please refer to the CORSAIR website or contact your local CORSAIR sales or PR representative.

Web Pages

To learn more about the CORSAIR Platform:6 please visit:

https://www.corsair.com/platform6

HyperX Unveils Cloud III Wireless Gaming Headset

2023/08/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

HyperX, the gaming peripherals team at HP Inc. and brand leader in gaming and esports, today announced the release of the Cloud III Wireless Gaming Headset. Cloud III wireless delivers the ultimate in comfort and sound with up to 120 hours battery life1, offering a captivating wireless gaming experience. With legendary comfort, immersive audio with re-engineered 53mm angled drivers, and a lifetime activation of DTS® Headphone:X®2 via NGENUITY software for accurate 3D audio, Cloud III wireless is ready for gaming, wireless entertainment, untethered chat for fun or work.

The HyperX Cloud III Wireless incorporates new features and a striking new design, delivering an exceptional audio experience to gamers. Evolving from the legendary Cloud headset, known for its comfort, sound quality, and durability, the Cloud III Wireless raises the bar for gaming audio.

The Cloud III wireless gaming headset is designed to provide gamers with an exceptional audio experience. Custom-tuned by HyperX audio engineers, this headset delivers impeccable audio quality. The angled 53mm drivers enhance sound precision by directing it at an optimal angle, resulting in accurate audio that captures every detail. With the addition of DTS® Headphone:X® Spatial Audio technology, the Cloud III expands the audio into a virtual 3D space, creating a truly immersive environment. Gamers can enjoy up to 120 hours of uninterrupted gaming sessions.

The Cloud III wireless provides users with a seamless audio experience through its convenient onboard audio and microphone controls. With a 10mm detachable microphone featuring an LED mute indicator, the microphone offers improved clarity compared to its predecessors. Users can effortlessly adjust volume and mute the microphone directly from the headset earcup. Additionally, the microphone is equipped with an internal metal mesh filter, eliminating the need for a pop filter. The microphone delivers exceptional sound quality for all gaming and communication needs. The LED mute microphone indicator ensures users are always aware of their microphone status, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted communication.

The Cloud III wireless utilizes a full metal frame with a steel headband and aluminum forks for durability. It combines rugged construction with the luxurious comfort of soft, premium leatherette. Alongside plush memory foam ear pads and extra padding on the headband, it offers a comfortable fit, allowing gamers to fully immerse themselves in the game.

“We’re thrilled to release the Cloud III wireless gaming headset, it combines legendary HyperX comfort, sound and durability,” said Nathan Almond, PC audio business manager, HyperX. “HyperX remains committed to enhancing the gaming experience, allowing gamers to immersive themselves in the virtual worlds and enjoy extended gaming sessions.”

The Cloud III wireless delivers a superior gaming experience with the freedom of a fast 2.4GHz wireless connection, ensuring lag-free and reliable audio. In addition, the headset offers versatile compatibility with multiple platforms, including PC, PS5, PS4, and Nintendo Switch. With the included USB-C wireless dongle and USB-A adapter, gamers can effortlessly connect the headset to their preferred platform.

Availability

The new HyperX Cloud III Wireless Gaming Headset is available through the HyperX US Shop for $169.99. For more information on HyperX products, please visit HyperX.com.

Pricing from HyperX.com is subject to change without notice. Retailer pricing may vary.