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ELEX II Coming to Mac in June

Following its successful launch on Windows PC and console, Piranha Bytes presents the highly ambitious Science-Fantasy-RPG, ELEX II, is coming to Mac. Available this summer on the Mac App Store, ELEX II stands as one of the pioneering titles to fully embrace the GPU driven pipelines with Indirect Command Buffer (ICB) approach on Mac. ELEX II is also among the select few games that have shaders specifically optimised for the Metal shading language.

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ELEX II offers players a vibrant open world to explore, featuring five major factions, each with their own captivating story arc for players to engage with and experience. The game’s fictional world of Magalan is teeming with extraordinary creatures, hidden secrets, and breathtaking vistas. As an explorer, the possibilities are boundless—you can venture to every location you encounter within the game. By utilizing a jetpack, you can soar to the top of ancient skyscrapers or gracefully descend like a feather into the depths of an underground cave, all without risking your hero’s legs.

Razer Unleashes Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed Wireless Earbuds

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today raised the bar in wireless audio with the ferocious Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed. These cutting-edge earbuds offer unparalleled ultra-low latency audio freedom and versatility across multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation, smartphones, and handhelds like the Nintendo Switch or Steam Deck. With game-changing features such as adjustable active noise cancellation, a fast wireless charging case, and customizable Razer Chroma™ RGB lighting, the Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed takes audio freedom to new heights.

“Razer is committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in gaming. With the Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed, we’re not just offering gamers another pair of wireless earbuds, we’re answering a call for precision, performance, and cross-platform versatility that’s been long echoed in the gaming community,” said Alvin Cheung, Senior Vice President of Razer’s Hardware Business Unit. “Razer’s industry-leading technology and deep understanding of gamers’ needs are the driving force behind this innovative solution. It’s about enabling gamers to experience their favorite games in a whole new light, with audio quality so immersive and real-time it turns every play session into a truly epic encounter.”

THX® Certified Audio – The Gold-Standard in Sound Quality

The Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed is built for those who demand the very best in audio quality, as the earbuds have achieved with THX® Certification, the leading globally recognized assurance of quality, consistency, and audio performance.

The THX Certification Program for headphones and earbuds gives detailed attention to consistent frequency response, low distortion and exceptional noise isolation. Built upon both industry standards and four decades of proprietary testing methods, THX Certification is a rigorous process with world-class audio engineers. The Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed’s achievement in reaching this standard is a mark of the leading-edge design and feature set for the product. Consumers seeing this mark of audio fidelity can be confident in the quality of the product right out of the box.

Razer HyperSpeed Wireless Dongle

Elevating Cross-Platform Connectivity

The Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed expands the boundaries of true wireless audio with the inclusion of a Razer HyperSpeed Wireless Dongle. This unique feature effortlessly bridges the gap for devices without inherent Bluetooth audio capabilities, inviting them into the realm of untethered sound experiences. All gamers have to do is plug in the HyperSpeed Wireless dongle into their PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, or PC to enjoy flawless 2.4 GHz connectivity.

The earbuds’ widened compatibility underscores their role as an indispensable asset for convenient, enhanced cross-platform connectivity.

Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless Technology

Razer’s groundbreaking HyperSpeed Wireless technology delivers formidable audio performance in the Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed and with the 2.4 GHz dongle, these earbuds achieve an industry-leading, low-latency audio performance of less than 40ms.

Gaming Mode, for example, doesn’t hold back on Bluetooth, ensuring robust performance with a latency of just around 60ms. With Bluetooth 5.3 compatibility, the Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed ensures fluid connectivity across a multitude of devices.

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Fully Adjustable Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation

The Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed is engineered to enhance immersion and awareness through adjustable hybrid active noise cancellation. Advanced feedback and feedforward microphones monitor the surrounding sound environment, enabling users to cancel out noise during focused gaming sessions or adjust the in-app slider to control how much ambient sound they want to let in.

Fast Wireless Charging Case

The Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed comes with a Qi-compatible, fast wireless charging case that holds an additional 24 hours of battery life. Compatible with Razer Charging Pads and other wireless chargers, it also offers a Type C port for wired charging.

Do-Not-Disturb Mode on Dual-Wireless Connection

Do Not Disturb mode silences Bluetooth notifications while gaming on HyperSpeed, allowing users to stay focused on their game or work. When connected to a phone and another audio source over Bluetooth, the mode can be toggled to prevent calls and texts from interrupting listening sessions.

Powered by Razer Chroma™ RGB

The Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed offers customizable lighting and endless style possibilities with close to 16.8 million colors, countless patterns, and dynamic in-game lighting effects. Users can experience full RGB customization and deeper immersion with the world’s largest lighting ecosystem for gaming devices.

The Razer Hammerhead Pro HyperSpeed is a testament to Razer’s commitment to innovation and providing gamers with the most advanced audio solutions. With its groundbreaking features and unmatched versatility, these earbuds are set to redefine the standards for true wireless gaming audio.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong Now Out on Steam

Available since 19 May 2022 on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and PC (Epic Games Store), Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong, the story-based RPG from the studio Big Bad Wolf, is now available on Steam.

Developed by Big Bad Wolf (The Council), the game is adapted from the classic tabletop RPG Vampire: The Masquerade and has a brand-new approach to gameplay in which every choice matters, both when investigating and when interacting with others. Players can now add the game to their Steam Wishlist.

About Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong
In this story-driven RPG adapted from the fifth edition of Vampire: The Masquerade, you play as three vampires, each a member of a different clan in the Camarilla, the secret society that governs most vampires. Through the characters’ intertwined destinies, players must contend with their different viewpoints to separate the truth from the lies. While navigating rumours of conspiracies, murders and power struggles, players must protect their clan, uncover the truth and, above all, ensure that the Masquerade – the vampire law that hides their existence from humans – remains unbreeched.

Memorial Day 2023

While many of us plan trips and extend the Memorial Day weekend as much as we can, I think it is essential to take a step back and spend a moment thinking about why this holiday exists as well as the men and women it honors. Thank you.

“Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty”
– Wendell Phillips

Wargaming Joins Warhammer Skulls Festival 2023 With Great Offers and New Content

Wargaming is bringing the epic battles of the Warhammer 40,000 universe to its World of Tanks and World of Warships franchises. Players can enjoy exclusive deals on Warhammer 40,000 inspired content and missions, free DLCs, great discounts, and much more.

World of Tanks PC [available till June 1st]

Steam players are offered a variety of special Warhammer 40,000 inspired content which includes: a free DLC with a brand new 2D style that can be received by completing a certain mission, a whopping 60% discount on a special bundle featuring tier VI Heavy premium tank KV-2 (R) with the “Rognarok” 3D style, “Mordian” tank style, and 7 days of WoT Premium Account.

Additionally, bundles with Warhammer 40,000 customization from last year’s Battle Pass are available for purchase in the World of Tanks Premium Shop and Steam.

In collaboration with Prime Gaming, World of Tanks brings the special Wings of Wrath package, featuring an exclusive Commander, Primaris Lieutenant Tolmeron from the Blood Angels, distinct customization elements, 3 days of Premium Account, missions for ×5 XP and other content to boost Player’s account.

World of Tanks Modern Armor [available till June 6th]

Tankers can get five new Premium vehicles inspired by the Warhammer 40,000 universe, two new fully voiced 3D Hero Commanders (Ultramarines and Sisters of Battle factions), and six new 2D Standard Commanders. The core of this new content is the console-only Warhammer 40,000 Leman Russ tank, which makes its debut. To start the journey, players can grab a free Starter Pack on PlayStation and Xbox that includes Warhammer 40,000 Emblems and other boosters. If that wasn’t enough, an Xbox Game Pass perk with two of the new 2D Standard Commanders will hit the ground on May 31st, along with special sales bundles available on Xbox that offer discounts up to 20%.

World of Tanks Blitz [available till June 8th]

The game delivers up to 80% discounts on four bundles featuring Vindicator Ultramarines and Predator Ultramarines tanks, along with themed avatars including two new static ones and a DLC Pack with new profile background for Steam players.

World of Warships [available till June 1st]

On Steam, players can grab a free pack, which includes the seven-day rental of the Ignis Purgatio, premium Tier VIII battleship, and a set of camos. Two special bundles also offer a 25% discount and include two unique Warhammer 40,000 Commanders per bundle. Making their big return, is some valued content with Grotmaz Smart, Ship Smasha, Ragnarok and his commander Arthas Roqthar the Cold will be featured in the armory along all the content created in different bundles with premium containers, commanders and ships, either together or separately.

World of Warships Legends [available till June 2nd]

Coming exclusively to Xbox playerstwo Warhammer 40,000 DLC bundles that each include two unique Commanders and a selection of camos are available with a 50% discount.

Don’t miss the chance to get major content from the Warhammer 40,000 universe across World of Tanks and World of Warships franchises.

Alone in the Dark Spotlight Reveals Details, VO Cast, and More

In the upcoming Alone in the Dark, players can choose between two protagonists to experience the haunting story: Emily Hartwood and Edward Carnby. To bring these two iconic characters to life, the developers partnered up with famous actors Jodie Comer (Killing Eve, Free Guy) and David Harbour (Stranger Things, Black Widow), who will lend their voices, their appearance, and their formidable acting skills to the protagonists. Depending on who you play, you will get a different take on the same story. You can see both of them in action in the new spotlight video, showcasing a ton of gameplay.

We hope you are not trembling with fear now, because we have more shocking news to share: Alone in the Dark is launching on October 25th, 2023 on PC, Xbox Series S/X, and PlayStation®5, and will be available at an SRP of €59.99 / $59.99 / £49.99. The digital pre-order kicks off today. You can pre-order here:

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Are you caught in an endless cycle of indecision, feeling like you’re trapped in a haunted house where each door leads to more confusion? Questions like, “Should I pre-order?” or “How’s the atmosphere like?” may be haunting your thoughts. Well, fear not, as we have a solution to illuminate your path through the darkness. You can now download the playable prologue of Alone in the Dark and personally experience what the game has to offer, without any spoilers for the main story. Get your hands on the free prologue here:

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The Lord of the Rings: Gollum Official Launch Trailer

Get ready to return to Middle-earth and hop into the skin and bones of fantasy’s most endearing anti-hero: After more than four years of blood, sweat and raw fish, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum from Daedalic Entertainment and NACON releases today on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. The developers from Hamburg are proud to deliver a narrative adventure based on the largest IP ever worked on by a German studio.Carsten Fichtelmann, CEO of Daedalic Entertainment on Gollum: “Our game is true to the lore created by professor Tolkien for which we are very proud. This narrative adventure is a treat for all fans of The Lord of the Rings and players can look forward to meeting both new faces and old friends!”

The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is a story-driven action adventure set in the world of the novels. Embark on a perilous journey as Gollum, chasing the only thing that is precious to him. Climb, leap, and sneak your way past dangers or into advantageous spots. Gollum is skillful and sly, and torn by a split personality. It is up to you to decide whether to yield to the darker side of Gollum or trust the kinder gentler hint of Sméagol. Travel from the depths of Mordor to the beautiful realm of the wood elves and meet compelling characters both familiar and new in a story steeped deep in the lore of Middle-earth.

“Working with the Daedalic team on the development of the Gollum game during the past several years has been a phenomenal experience for all of us at Middle-earth Enterprises,“ Director of Brand & Licensing, Fredrica Drotos mused. “And we‘re eagerly anticipating Middle-earth‘s fans‘ reactions to Daedalic‘s deep dive into the singularly complex Stoor Hobbit, Smeagol aka Gollum, who is driven by forces, within and outside his control, simultaneously.“

Co-published by Daedalic Entertainment and NACON, The Lord of the Rings: Gollum is developed by a small team of passionate Tolkienites at Daedalic Entertainment in partnership with Middle-earth Enterprises. The game releases digitally for PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, with a physical version for consoles also available. A Nintendo Switch™ version is planned for later this year.

MX vs ATV Legends Season Two Trailer Released

THQ Nordic and Rainbow Studios kick off MX vs ATV Legends – Season Two with exciting free updates and new content.

Gate-Drop Fundamentals for Season Two

Updates for all owners of the base game include performance improvements, bug fixes for online and single player modes, new menus for faster navigation, a renovated garage for vehicle displaying, and physics-based Wheelie and Nose-Wheelies (Pro Physics only). Additionally, new suspension upgrade parts (Showa, Pro Circuit, Factory Connection and Legends) and gear options (jerseys, helmets, pants, gloves) from various manufacturers are now available, as well as brand-new Monster Energy and Slayco Graphic kits.

First DLC of Season Two: 2023 AMA Pro Motocross Championship (available now)

The 2023 AMA Pro Motocross Championship DLC is now available, featuring all 12 scheduled events, including the bonus track Loretta Lynn. Players can compete in each event, unlocking two days prior to their corresponding real-life races.

Here is a full schedule of each track unlocking in-game, and the corresponding real live event:
Season Two Outlook
Upcoming updates for MX vs ATV Legends – Season Two include rain weather, photo mode, replay mode, Steam Deck Compatibility, additional gear and customization items, new animations such as tear-off goggles, and optimized AI behavior for collisions and scrubs.Upcoming DLC
Upcoming DLC for MX vs ATV Legends – Season Two includes an officially licensed compound, a Throwbacks Track Pack featuring fan favorite tracks from previous entries, and seven new DLCs featuring 2023 vehicle models from major manufacturers.

Hell Let Loose Update 14 Live Now

Team17 Digital has today released the latest update for its acclaimed World War II shooter, Hell Let Loose. Step into battle alongside the British Forces, as a brand-new playable faction enters the battlefield, alongside more than 15 new weapons, new vehicles, 2 new maps, locomotion improvements, and non-verbal communication tools.

Update 14 is one of the largest content drops to date for the title and is free for all Hell Let Loose players. This massive update also brings a whole host of quality-of-life improvements to enhance the player experience.

Key features include:

  • The British Forces are now a playable faction within Hell Let Loose, adding a third team to the Allies rotation. Alongside this new faction, initial British uniforms will be added to the loadout with plans to support future customization.
  • An arsenal of new weaponry adds to the already expansive collection available in-game. Update 14 features more than 15 new weapons, from a Lanchester MK1 submachine gun to a portable Flamethrower Life Buoy.
  • A fleet of iconic vehicles giving players more options when traversing across new terrain, from a Sherman Firefly tank to a Daimler recon vehicle, and Bedford supply and transport trucks.
  • Two brand-new maps give players more history to explore and new battlefields to fight on, expanding the current map rotation implemented in Hell Let Loose.
    • Driel – Taking inspiration from the events of Operation Market Garden, this map will see players battling it out to secure territories while traversing the small villages and farmland of the Netherlands.
    • El Alamein – With a stunningly vast desert landscape, teams will be fighting across mostly open terrain with little to no cover.
  • Non-verbal communication tools allow players without microphone access or those unable to use one to communicate with their teammates – improving the accessibility of the game and helping players make quick calls on the frontlines. The radial wheel features 15 communication options in four key categories.

Hell Let Loose is a hardcore World War II first-person shooter featuring epic battles of 50v50 players across infantry, tanks, artillery, and a dynamically shifting front line. Players can choose from one of 14 playable roles within the infantry, recon, and armor units, each offering a unique gameplay experience. Drop into the battlefield and utilize teamwork and communication to dominate your opposition in an evolving, large-scale warzone.

Hell Let Loose is available to download now on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Evil Wizard Out Now

Today, developer Rubber Duck Games and publisher E-Home Entertainment are thrilled to celebrate the launch of their humor-filled action RPG, Evil Wizard, on Windows PC, and Xbox Series X|S! This unique, action-adventure title puts players in the role of a defeated final boss, fresh off of a humiliating battle with a hero, and hungry for revenge.

In their quest for vengeance, you’ll explore charming pixel-art environments packed to the brim with hordes of enemies that you need to overcome to reclaim what’s yours. While you once were a powerful wizard, an epic battle stripped you of your powers and now you’ll have to rediscover them and re-infiltrate your castle to unleash the revenge you long for.

“It has been a long time coming, and we’re thrilled to be launching the quirky and comedic fun of Evil Wizard and sharing our unique spin on the action RPG genre,” said Kavka Wang, Marketing Director, at E-Home. “Evil Wizard has a little something for everyone, between the crude humor, satisfying combat, and hundreds of easter eggs scattered throughout, and we welcome players into the wild and wonderful world that we’ve created!”

“We are equally nervous as excited to be releasing the game,” said lead programmer Diego Ordoñez, “They keep asking us for a quote but the only thing we can put to summarize our feelings is ‘AAHHHHHHH!’”

Evil Wizard features tons of enemy and boss variety, including some inspired by the dev team’s favorite games and movies. The game also features fourth-wall-breaking humor, inspired by the likes of Conker’s Bad Fur Day and Deadpool, and one thing is certain: this wizard has quite the mouth! Tying all the fun together is satisfying action RPG combat that you’ll need to master if you want to reclaim your evil castle and all the glory that comes with it.