Author - Jerry Paxton

Knock at the Cabin Digital and Blu-ray Release Dates

Critically acclaimed filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan returns with his seventh #1 movie debut, KNOCK AT THE CABIN, yours to own on Digital March 24 and 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™ and DVD on May 9 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Based on the book “The Cabin at the End of the World” by Paul Tremblay, the suspenseful apocalyptic thriller is “a relentlessly gripping winner” (The Playlist) that “commands your attention at every reveal” (Comicbook). KNOCK AT THE CABIN comes home with more than 40 minutes of exclusive bonus content, including deleted scenes and featurettes that dives deep into the film’s layered and multi-dimensional themes, Shyamalan’s visionary filmmaking process, and more.

KNOCK AT THE CABIN is a thriller about a tight-knit family who are taken hostage by four armed strangers while vacationing at a remote cabin. The visitors, led by Dave Bautista (Guardians of the Galaxy franchise, Dune), demand that the young girl and her parents make an unthinkable choice: to save their family or save humanity.

Knock at the Cabin

Showcasing outstanding performances from a talented and diverse ensemble cast alongside Bautista, KNOCK AT THE CABIN stars Jonathan Groff (Hamilton, “Mindhunter”), Ben Aldridge (“Fleabag,” “Our Girl”), Nikki Amuka-Bird (Old, “Avenue 5”), Abby Quinn (Little Women, “Mad About You”), Rupert Grint (Harry Potter franchise, “Servant”), and Kristen Cui in her feature film debut.

With the purchase of KNOCK AT THE CABIN on disc or digital, fans are eligible to earn points towards digital movies via the Universal All-Access Rewards program. Members can redeem their points for digital movies, swag and more! For registration and details please visit www.MyUniversalRewards.com.

The film is also available to stream on Peacock on March 24, 2023.

BONUS FEATURES ON 4K ULTRA HD, BLU-RAYTM, DVD AND DIGITAL:

  • Deleted Scenes
    • They Need Some Time
    • Going to Church
    • Enjoying the Sun
    • Leonard Explains
  • Chowblaster Infomercial – Enjoy an extended cut of the TV informercial from the film that features an appearance by M. Night Shyamalan himself.
  • Choosing Wisely: Behind the Scenes of KNOCK AT THE CABIN – Examine what drew M. Night Shyamalan to adapt this terrifying story, and how the relationships between characters were unlike any this ensemble cast had ever played before.
  • Tools of the Apocalypse – Explore the creation of some of the film’s most terrifying props and learn why they play such an important role in the story.
  • Drawing a Picture – See how M. Night Shyamalan envisions his shots in advance of ever turning on the camera, through his extensive use of storyboards.
  • Kristen Cui Shines a Light – Take a closer look at actress Kristen Cui’s dynamic performance as Wen in her film debut.

EverQuest Celebrates 24th Anniversary

Twenty-four years. Let that sink in. That’s an incredible number of quests completed, achievements earned, baddies destroyed, zones traveled, items and commodities crafted, and everything else under the Norrathian sun. Even Lendiniara the Keeper, featured in this year’s Anniversary key art, smiles indulgently at your progress and success.

And we continue to do this because of you!

Every single one of you inspires us to keep developing new content, items, and just good old-fashioned gaming fun. We cannot thank you enough for being part of the EverQuest family! It’s with that in mind that we offer some amazing gifts.

All players will receive the following:

  • 50% bonus to experience gains! (Bonus ends on April 1, 2023, at 1:00 a.m. PDT.)

  • Dashing Feathered Cap for all your characters. (Available until April 20, 2023, at 11:00 p.m. PDT.)

All-Access Members will also receive the following:

  • Celebratory Opal Stein Ornament, a weapon ornament for all your characters. (Available until April 20, 2023, at 11:00 p.m. PDT.)

  • Goblet of Adventure II (one per account; available until April 20, 2023, at 11:00 p.m. PDT)

  • A new title for all your characters, “the Commemorator”. (Available until April 20, 2023, at 11:00 p.m. PDT.)

What’s new for this year:

  • Mission: Reetuk the Inexorable

    • Historian Graya is interested in the history of the Spine ogres and is looking for adventurers to help. Based on information she read in the Lineage of the Nokk Ogres, and with your help, Graya will guide you through exploring Blightfire Moors and encountering Reetuk the Inexorable.

  • Quests:

    • Footloose and Fancy Free – Heroes come in all shapes and sizes. But do you know from what all heroes can benefit? Music! Seek Erol Xybella in the Plane of Tranquility to get started.

    • Stones of the Unknown – The disheveled erudite, Talesiyn the Driven, seeks to learn more about the standing stones in the Feerrott region. Could the rumors of a long-dead race be true?

    • Misgnomer – They call him the Pirate Captain Nalot, but he’s hoping you can help him prove his true identity. You can find him in Steamfont Mountains.

Returning events:

  • All the quests, the mission, and the raid that were added last year.

  • Looking for adventures that are over level 100? Some of the earlier top hits included Sailor Twift with her Riveting Tales. Don’t have time to help spread Unity among the Gnolls? Head to the Plane of Knowledge and speak with Maitreya the Maitre D`. He needs some help making a Fancy Feast.

  • Not quite up to the level 100+ quests? Don’t worry, there are a bunch of lower-level quests. If you are not ready to head out for summer, stop by Geia Korrel and head back to school with School Supplies. Or if helping a lovesick Iksar is more to your liking, speak with an Emissary of Erollisi in the Plane of Knowledge.

  • No party is complete without eating some delicious Platinum Anniversary Cake in scenic locations. While you’re out in the world adventuring, take the time to explore over nineteen years of anniversary content.

Lastly, we are also unvaulting the Past Heritage Crates. You can find the Tier`Dal (Dark Elf), Ayr`Dal (Half Elf), Iksar, Northman (Barbarian), Gnome, Trollish, Human, Dwarf, Halfling, Fier`Dal (Wood Elf), Ogre, and Erudite heritage crates on the marketplace from now until April 1, 2023, 1:00 a.m. PDT.

There’s no better way to celebrate two-dozen years of existence than with you. And we’d have it no other way. Cheers, Norrathians, and here’s to all the memories—past, present, and future!

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Demo for Outer Terror Survival-Horror Game Out on Mar 28

Video game publisher VoxPop Games announced that a free demo for Outer Terror, its upcoming survival horror title, will be available to play on Steam starting March 28. Battle an onslaught of deadly otherworld monsters while exploring overrun cities – survival is paramount! Inspired by classic Pulp Horror comic books and B-movies, Outer Terror is a frantic bullet hell casual game with rogue-lite elements, swarming with cosmic creatures (think possessed toasters and rabid rabbits!) to mow down while attempting to not die on your survival journey.

Game Features:

  • Play through the anthology of Outer Terror, each of the five chapters inspired by classic horror stories features its own signature character and storyline.
  • 10 playable characters each with their own trademark weapons and badass skills.
  • Explore massive maps to discover survivor hold outs and collect treasures that lead you to massive boss encounters with elite creatures from beyond, ghouls, robots, and otherworldly abominations.
  • Stockpile an arsenal of weapons and then blast apart seemingly endless waves of demonic cosmic creatures!
  • Don’t Die! Play through each chapter and battle off hordes of enemies including the vampiric polar bear, lifelike toasters, the remains of a pet rabbit and more!
  • Hop online or invite your friends over to experience online and couch co-op gameplay modes.

On March 28th check out the free Steam demo of the upcoming rogue-lite that pays homage to the B-movies and Golden Age horror comics of the 80’s and 90’s, with the full game coming in April 2023.

Redfall Official Story Trailer Released

Who are the Vampire Gods? Where do they come from? And why are they terrorizing the once-sleepy island town of Redfall, Massachusetts? Discover this and more in a creepy new trailer for the upcoming open world, story-driven shooter from Arkane Austin.

You can watch the new Redfall Story Trailer here:

In this story-focused trailer, we delve deep into the darkness of Aevum Therapeutics and the sinister experiments taking place there that has turned this quaint fishing town upside down. Either playing alone or together with up to three friends, it’s up to you to bring the fight to Aevum and ultimately take back Redfall from the evil terrorizing it.

Redfall will be available on Xbox Series X|S and PC on May 2, 2023. Players can pre-order now or play day one with Game Pass.

To learn more about Redall, check out this article here: https://bethesda.net/en/article/6NHKuXdBy5CojvITnjpwca/uncover-redfalls-secrets-in-the-new-story-trailer

Squad 51 vs. The Flying Saucers Nintendo Switch Launch Trailer

Squad 51 vs. The Flying Saucers, the cinematic 2D shoot ‘em up from Loomiarts, Fehorama Films, and WhisperGames, soars onto the Nintendo Switch today! Band together with a group of rebels and claim extraterrestrial victory. Aliens are no match for a pair of joy-cons.

Visitors from the stars have arrived on Earth with the promise of a bright future for all humankind. The ​ façade quickly falls, revealing the true evil nature of the intergalactic Vega Corporation and their horrific leader, Director Zarog. Through humanity’s oppression, hope rises with the birth of a rebel cause. Step into the cockpit as Lieutenant Kaya, and lead Squadron 51 on a campaign to take down the Vega Corporation once and for all!

Squad 51 vs. The Flying Saucers transports players to the glorious days of the 1950s through an authentic black and white cinematic aesthetic. Take control of four different aircrafts, all with their own unique set of weapons and abilities. Fly through eleven levels and take down the galactic invaders across arctic mountains, lush forests, and battered cities. With cooperative play, a friend can join in at any time to help you take down the waves of enemies and ruthless bosses.

Take flight and save all of humanity on the go! Squad 51 vs. The Flying Saucers launches on the Nintendo Switch today. New recruits can take advantage of a 30% launch discount on the Nintendo eShop for a limited time. Squad 51 vs. The Flying Saucers will also be discounted for a limited time on PC during the Steam Spring Sale.

Features: 

  • Classic gameplay: Squad 51 vs. The Flying Saucers is a shoot ‘em up game with four different aircrafts to play and set up with special weapons.
  • Cinematic experience: Glorious black-and-white aesthetics, live-action FMV sequences and dubbed voices will tell the story of the battle between the squadron and Director Zarog’s alien supremacy.
  • Eleven levels: Fight against enemy ships and bosses in many different environments – snowy mountains, forests, cityscapes, and many others.
  • Dynamic difficulty: Rookie or veteran, Squad 51 vs. The Flying Saucers supports dynamic difficulty which allows every pilot to enjoy the fight.
  • Multiplayer: Feeling lonely shooting down aliens? Invite a friend! A second player can enter a level at any time. Earn points with your friend and unlock new special weapons and upgrades together.

Tickets On Sale for 35th-Anniversary My Neighbor Totoro Screenings

Tickets are on sale now for the celebratory 35th-anniversary screenings of renowned director Hayao Miyazaki’s cherished feature My Neighbor Totoro, kicking off Studio Ghibli Fest 2023. GKIDS, celebrating its 15th anniversary as producer and distributor of multiple Academy Award®-nominated animated features, and Fathom Events, are proud to continue their collaboration for Studio Ghibli Fest 2023, and deliver a slate highlighting all ten of Hayao Miyazaki’s iconic animated films with Studio Ghibli, as well as the first-ever North American screenings of SPIRITED AWAY: Live On Stage.

The film will be shown in both original Japanese and English dubbed versions. In addition to the full feature, audiences will get to view exclusive selections from the documentary series 10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki.

Tickets for My Neighbor Totoro and the rest of Ghibli Fest 2023 can be purchased online by visiting GhibliFest.comFathomEvents.com, or at participating theater box offices (Theaters and participants are subject to change).

My Neighbor Totoro

●      Saturday, March 25, 2023 – 3:00 PM (Japanese with Subtitles)

●      Sunday, March 26, 2023 – 4:00 PM (English Dubbed) and 7:00 PM (English Dubbed)

●      Monday, March 27, 2023 – 7:00 PM (English Dubbed)

●      Tuesday, March 28, 2023 – 7:00 PM (Japanese with Subtitles)

●      Wednesday, March 29, 2023 – 7:00 PM (English Dubbed)

The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR Out Now on PlayStation VR2

Supermassive Games, the award-winning studio behind Rush of Blood, has launched the must-play immersive horror experience The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR on PlayStation®VR2 today.

Plunging players into a fast-paced rollercoaster horror action shooter, The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR is an original standalone game where you will come face to face with the most terrifying antagonists from Season One of The Dark Pictures AnthologyExperience the horror like never before in this multi-sensory VR experience, with the PlayStation®VR2’s innovative capabilities:

  • DON’T BLINK! – Using PlayStation®VR2’s Eye Tracking feature, your enemies are upon you in the blink of an eye.
  • HOLD ON TIGHT – Endure every bump, twist, turn and drop as your cart speeds along the tracks with Haptic Feedback, bringing that roller-coaster feeling to life.
  • FEEL THE TENSION – Adaptive Triggers make each weapon feel unique as you unload on terrifying enemies that emerge from the shadows.
  • MIND YOUR HEAD – Avoid falling beams, overturned buses and hanging witches. Headset Rumble ensures that you’ll feel it if you don’t!
  • Plus, 4K HDR and 3D audio support.

This horror shooter is set to take you through ancient temples, ghost ships, murder hotels and a whole lot more. Players will experience a terrifying world as they squeeze their way through the appropriately named ‘meat tube’ (caution for those with claustrophobia!) and persevere as they fight against the supernatural horrors aboard a WWII ghost ship. Discover otherworldly vampires and escape the horrifying World’s Fair Hotel with a sadistic serial killer out for blood!

“It has been an amazing journey bringing our terrifying and intense horror game, that took its inspiration from its much beloved predecessor Rush of Blood, to the next generation of VR. Switchback VR takes everything people loved about that game and adds in a new level of horror and intensity from The Dark Pictures Anthology. We can’t wait for people to experience the terror in our new game,” said Pete Samuels, Managing Director of Supermassive Games.

The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR is out now as a PlayStation®VR2 launch title for $39.99/£32.99 and available for purchase on the PlayStation Store.

For more information on The Dark Pictures: Switchback VR, follow Supermassive Games on socials and keep up to date with the latest news on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok.

Razer Unveils Atlas Tempered Glass Gaming Mouse Mat

The Razer Atlas is an innovative gaming mouse mat that marks the company’s first-foray into a glass-based design. As Razer’s first tempered glass gaming mouse mat, it is engineered to elevate gaming experiences and caters to the needs of gamers who demand quick flicks and consistent swipes. This allows gamers to enjoy a feeling of seemingly zero resistance in their gaming sessions. For gamers and esports athletes, speed and accuracy are essential. Since most gaming mice use optical sensors, the Razer Atlas has been optimized with micro-etched textures on the mat’s ultra-smooth surface. This provides optimal conditions for optical sensors to detect textures accurately for a precise gaming experience.

Razer Atlas

Meticulously crafted with premium tempered glass, the Razer Atlas is built to last, ensuring durability and longevity. The scratch-resistant surface repels dirt and dust, ensuring it stays clean through even the most intense gaming sessions. Thanks to its low-maintenance nature, the mat can be easily cleaned with a warm damp cloth to ensure it stays in a pristine state at all times. The Razer Atlas is also available in two color options, Black and White, allowing gamers to choose the color that best suits their setup for a premium, clean aesthetic.

Designed to help gamers stay in the zone by offering quieter swipes, the Razer Atlas boasts a fully covered anti-slip rubber base. This ensures that the mat stays firmly in place, even during intense gaming sessions, eliminating any slips or movements that could disrupt gameplay.

With the Razer Atlas, gamers can expect unparalleled performance and gameplay, as every move and action is accurately captured and reflected on-screen, with zero surface resistance.

For more information on the Razer Atlas, please visit here.

For more information on how Razer empowers you to #WinItYourWay, please see here.

1971: Indian Naval Front Gets Launch and Demo Dates

1971: Indian Naval Front, a third-person naval combat shooter, will be available on Steam on April 5, and the demo will be out on March 20.

Learn about the biggest naval conflict since WWII. 1971: Indian Naval Front is based on the actual events of the 1971 naval conflict between India and Pakistan.

Play with authentic Indian Naval units with different weapons and engage in aerial combat missions using air squadrons comprising jets, bombers, and choppers. Be a part of the naval intelligence team to translate morse coded messages and progress through levels.

Stellaris: First Contact Official Launch Trailer

Paradox Interactive, a developer and publisher who comes in peace (honest), today released the First Contact Story Pack for sci-fi strategy game Stellaris on PC platforms. First Contact, a pack focused on new interactions with pre-FTL civilizations, new stories of exploration, and new cloaking technology, is available today via online stores for a suggested retail price of $14.99/£12.79/€14.99. All Stellaris players will also receive the free 3.7 ‘Canis Minor’ update from the Stellaris custodians team today, including gameplay improvements and new content*.

You are not alone! The galaxy is vast and full of wonders, but it’s also full of alien empires you’re going to encounter, whether you’re ready or not. First Contact offers a set of new origins and mechanics that give players the chance to tell stories about their civilizations’ early encounters with visitors from the stars — ones that may not have come in peace!

Features of First Contact include*:

  • New Origins:
    • Broken Shackles: You didn’t take to the stars; you were taken to the stars as an alien captive! Now, you and your fellow prisoners have overtaken the ship and found yourselves banding together to survive and thrive as a diverse new community. Can you rise to greatness from this humble origin… and will your former captors take notice?
    • Payback: No one would have believed your world was being watched keenly by intelligences greater than your own – until they actually showed up. But you did not go quietly into the night! Your civilization has repelled a would-be conqueror from space, and with sudden access to their advanced technology, you’re about to discover just what else is out there beyond the stars!
    • Fear of the Dark: As you’ve explored your home system, you’ve always suspected you weren’t alone in the galaxy… especially when one of your planets suddenly suffered an “incident” a while back. A very large faction of your own people have long advocated against tempting fate out in the dark abyss of the unknown. What path will you choose as you find yourself needing room to grow?
  • New Pre-FTL Interaction Options: What will your role be when the next member of the galactic community tells their origin story? New mechanics allow for a broader range of interactions with pre-FTL civilizations, depending on their level of technology and their awareness of your presence. Will your arrival be celebrated, or met with violent panic?
  • Cloaking Technology: Nobody saw this feature coming! Equip your ships with cloaking devices to survey in secret or catch a foe unaware; keep subtle tabs on your pre-FTL neighbors with cloaked observation posts. Just be sure your own scanners and intel are strong… you never know which of your neighbors might be lurking in the shadows!