Author - Jerry Paxton

Shame Legacy New Gameplay Trailer

Publisher Destructive Creations, together with developers Fairyship Games and Revenant Games, released today the first Gameplay Trailer of Shame Legacy, a survival horror coming to PC and consoles on May 30, 2023.

Building on the previous Announcement Trailer, this newest Gameplay Trailer introduces the cane – a valuable device used for defensive purposes and puzzle-solving, allowing the main character to get closer to figuring out his connection to the bloody events in the village. The trailer also uncovers more locations, showcasing the dark mood and atmosphere of the 19th century forsaken cultist village.

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun Boomer Shooter Gameplay Trailer

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, the explosive homage to the retro shooters of yore set in Games Workshop’s iconic universe, just released a new gameplay trailer supercharged with a bombastic mix of action and cinematic footage. Published by Focus Entertainment and developed by Auroch Digital, the stylish indie FPS releases May 23, 2023, on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. Pre-order now and get in shape with today’s ecstatic boomer shooter gameplay video!

Get ready for Boltgun, a rapid-fire boomer-shooter blast from the past that’s as nostalgic as its gameplay is fluid and modern. You’ll take control of a mighty Sternguard Veteran, along with his faithful servo-skull, and plunge headlong into the grimdark universe of Warhammer 40,000. Summoned by the Inquisition, ready your righteous arsenal, indomitable armor and battle-honed instincts to Scour Graia, a Forge World on the brink, overrun by cultists, traitors and daemons.

Obliterate hordes of foes with an array of iconic weapons. Blast cultists with your mighty Boltgun! Smash traitors with your Charge! Shred the spawn of the Archenemy with your Chainsword! Unleash your wrath upon the enemies of the Imperium – only in death does duty end!

Let the hordes of Chaos know fear when Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun releases on May 23 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. Pre-order now!

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World of Warships: Legends Introduces Jötunn of the Seas Campaign

Wargaming, the publisher and developer of the popular multiplayer naval battle MMO game World of Warships, are making waves with its latest content update for World of Warships: Legends. Plenty of Tier VIII ships drop anchor in Legendary waters, with a mix of cruisers, destroyers and battleships, including a brand-new German cruiser waiting at the end of a new campaign. On top of this, a new line of Italian destroyers comes to the Tech Tree in Early Access, a five-week calendar with a brand-new Commander becomes available from the get-go, and three seasons of Brawls await players.

Italian Destroyers make waves in the Early Access
Leading this update comes a new line of Italian destroyers to the Tech Tree to surprise your foes! Equipped with Engine Boost and Exhaust Smoke Generator consumables, these destroyers can generate significant power, making them swift additions to any fleet. In addition, this line also features Semi-Armour-Piercing shells, and can inflict serious direct damage to enemy ships via their high-powered guns and torpedoes.

This new line can be discovered through Early Access crates, available through campaign rewards & the new Squadrone Sfuggente Calendar, and special “random bundles”, a new entity, that drops a variety of in-game items.

Jötunn of the Seas Campaign summons Ägir
Legends also sees a new campaign introduced in this update, called Jötunn of the Seas. Waiting at the end is the new German Tier VIII cruiser Ägir, named for the Norse giant, a personification of the seas. The O-Class cruiser sports nine 12-inch (305 mm) guns, and two quadruple torpedo launchers built to destroy anything standing in its way. On top of all this, Ägir also has Enhanced Secondary Targeting, which is a rare feature for cruisers, as well as a robust hit point pool, Sonar consumable and a solid anti-air suite.

Even more Tier VIII Ships
Beyond the addition of Ägir come five more Tier VIII ships to take into battle. Available to players who have unlocked Tier VIII ships from this respective mix of cruisers, destroyers and battleships, these ships span Italian, Soviet and Pan-European origin. Special highlights include Pan-European destroyer Småland and Italian batleship Lepanto.

Counting down the days to Squadrone Sfuggente Calendar
The month of May also brings a special calendar, called Squadrone Sfuggente, to Legends. Dedicated to Italy’s fleet, this five-week calendar will be packed with exciting challenges and daily and weekly rewards. Waiting at the end of the calendar is an exclusive final prize, a brand-new Italian Commander Carlo Bergamini, already at rank 7, perfectly equipped to helm the new line of Italian Destroyers.

Called to the Brawl
Finally, Brawl returns in this update with three seasons to play through. Commencing on June 1, get in on the action with non-aircraft carrier ships to assert naval dominance and win a variety of prizes!

This update also brings some bug fixes, upgrades and balance changes across the game.

National Lampoon’s Vacation Getting Ultra HD Blu-ray and Digital Release

National Lampoon’s Vacation, directed by Harold Ramis and starring Chevy Chase and Beverly D’Angelo as Clark and Ellen Griswold, will be released on Ultra HD Blu-ray and Digital on June 27. As Warner Bros celebrates its 100th anniversary, this film is highlighted as a studio gem on its 40th anniversary.

The 1983 classic comedy film from Warner Bros. Pictures was written by John Hughes and was based on his short story “Vacation ’58 which appeared in the publication “National Lampoon.” The film was produced by Matty Simmons and also stars Imogene Coca, Randy Quaid, John Candy, Anthony Michael Hall, Dana Barron, and Christie Brinkley in her acting debut. National Lampoon’s Vacation also features special appearances by Eddie Bracken, Brian-Doyle Murray, James Keach, and Eugene Levy.

Ultra HD* showcases 4K resolution with High Dynamic Range (HDR) and a wider color spectrum, offering consumers brighter, deeper, more lifelike colors for a home entertainment viewing experience like never before.

National Lampoon’s Vacation will be available on Ultra HD Blu-ray for $33.99 SRP and includes an Ultra HD Blu-ray disc with the feature film in 4K with HDR and a Digital download of the film. Fans can also own National Lampoon’s Vacation in 4K Ultra HD via purchase from select digital retailers beginning on June 27.

Sway Audio Unveils Minioke LED Go Portable Karaoke Set

Sway Audio, a leading innovator in premium audio products, today announced they’ve added the Minioke LED Go Portable Karaoke Set, to its diverse collection of portable speakers and audio products. Whether you’re four or 94, the TWS (true wireless stereo) Capable Minioke LED Go allows you to bring the entertainment and fun anywhere – from a kid’s birthday party and the beach to hosting friends for a summer BBQ, in a college dorm and tailgating at the game.

Featuring a five-watt, multi-ambient LED speaker, an upgraded Bluetooth 5.3 chipset and premium components, the speaker produces crystal clear audio with deep, rich sound to fill any room or outdoor location and keep the tunes pumping for six hours. And to round out the experience, did someone say Karaoke? A state-of-the-art wireless microphone, using the latest 2.4G connection technology is also included. The Minioke LED Go Portable Karaoke Set retails for $69.99 and is available on the Sway website at swayshop.com/products/sway-minioke-led-go-i-5-watt-multi-ambient-portable-karaoke-speaker-i-includes-wireless-microphone. The product will be available on Amazon starting next week.

The Minioke LED Go Portable Karaoke Set

With both the speaker and microphone each under six inches in height, the Minioke LED Go is as portable and durable as it is stylish. The soothing multi-mode ambient lighting is able to be adjusted manually to match any mood or theme or it can be completely turned off. The speaker is made out of a strong, hardwearing fabric finish so it can go anywhere. Throw it in the back of your car and take the party with you!. The Minioke LED Go is compatible with all phones and has a Type C charging port that produces up to six hours of playtime on medium volume.

“We’re so excited to add this ‘Party Starter in a Box’ to our collection of portable speakers,” said Chris Pusateri, Founder (General Manager) of Sway Audio. “With all of its features and reasonable price point, it is a true value and will quickly be a favorite addition to any home, party, vacation, tailgate or anywhere you just wanted to belt out your favorite tunes!”

Minioke LED Go Karaoke Set Specs:

  • Five Watt Output
  • Type C Charging Port
  • Up to Six Hours Playtime
  • Wireless Version 5.3
  • Compatible with all Phone Devices
  • Wireless Microphone Using Upgraded 2.4G Connection Premium Chipset: BP1048B
  • Battery: 3.7V/1500mAh

EVE Online Looks Back at The Battle of B-R5RB

CCP Games is continuing to celebrate EVE Online’s 20th anniversary, as well as its upcoming Viridian expansion, all through this month! This game’s history is full of shenanigans, heartwarming stories, and epic events that make for great nostalgic coverage that makes for great storytelling narratives!

This week, CCP Games is turning back to the Bloodbath of B-R5RB.

The Battle of B-R5RB

Part of a larger conflict known as the Halloween War, this fight started in January 2014 after a single player controlling a space station failed to make a scheduled in-game maintenance payment, making the star system vulnerable. A record-setting battle erupted in the system, resulting in one of gaming’s most destructive conflicts with thousands of players participating.

Bloodbath of B-R5RB by the numbers:
576 capital ships destroyed
75 Titans destroyed, the largest ships available to players
7,548 players participated
Lasted over 21 hrs

To commemorate the event, CCP Games erected a permanent monument in-game named “The Titanomachy.”

The battle was so significant that CCP Games documented the event to preserve its place in history:

 

Ebusco Brand Kicks Off Bus Simulator 21 Season Pass on May 16

On the heels of publisher astragon Entertainment and developer stillalive studios recent announcement of upcoming Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop update scheduled for May 16, fans can now also look forward to a new brand of buses. With Ebusco, three new electric buses and six new interior designs will find their way into the game. The Ebusco Bus Pack is the first DLC from the Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Season Pass.

The Dutch bus manufacturer Ebusco allows you to expand the local transportation network of Angel Shores and Seaside Valley more sustainable with its zero-emission, all-electric buses. Three new buses are coming to the game including the Ebusco 2.2 – 12m, a 12-meter-long bus that can accommodate up to 90 passengers and is equipped with 2 axles and 3 doors, as well as the 18-meter-long articulated electric bus Ebusco 2.2 – 18m with space for up to 150 passengers 3 axles and 3 doors. Also available is the Ebusco 3.0. The 12-meter-long bus can carry up to 95 passengers and is equipped with 2 axles and 3 doors. In addition to the new electric buses, the Ebusco Bus Pack includes six new interiors.

Season Pass includes four upcoming DLCs

The Ebusco Bus Pack is the first DLC of the new Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Season Pass, which includes a total of four upcoming DLCs that expand the game experience of the simulation. The Ebusco Bus Pack will be followed by the Official School Bus Extension as well as the Thomas Built Buses® Bus Pack, bus fans will automatically get access to all upcoming paid DLCs as soon as they got released. More information on all DLCs will follow in the coming months.Season Pass in the fourth quarter. With the Official Tram Extensionin the third quarter and the

On May 16, Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Ebusco Bus Pack, Season Pass, and the big Next Stop Update will be released. The update introduces numerous gameplay improvements and a brand-new game mode. Additionally, the Official Map Extension including numerous new orders, as well as dedicated versions for PS5™ and Xbox Series X|S will become available.

Meanwhile, with Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Gold Edition, new bus fans can look forward to the all-in-one package. The Gold Edition will also become available on May 16, both digitally and in stores, and includes not only Bus Simulator 21 but also all previously released paid DLCs for the game. Those who already own the main game can alternatively purchase the additional content bundled via the Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Gold Upgrade on the digital platforms.

On May 16, Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Ebusco Bus Pack will be released at a price of 8,99 EUR / 8,99 USD / 7,49 GBP (SRP). The Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Season Pass including all planned paid DLCs can be purchased as a bundle for the special price of 24,99 EUR / 24,99 USD / 19,99 GBP.

Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop will be available on May 16 for Steam, the Microsoft Store and the Epic Games Store at a price of 34.99 EUR (SRP) and for 49.99 EUR (SRP) for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. An overview of selected offers including links to the digital stores can be found here: https://www.bussimulator.com

Star Wars: Unlimited to Launch in 2024

Today, Fantasy Flight Games, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Ltd., announced the upcoming release of Star Wars: Unlimited, an all-new trading card game of unlimited possibilities. This game features iconic heroes, villains, ships, and settings from all facets of the legendary Star Wars franchise, including movies, TV series, comics, video games, and everything in between. The game will launch globally in 2024.

Star Wars: Unlimited is a fast-paced, dynamic game that is both easy to learn and strategically deep. The robust development of the game has been underway for the past three years, and fans can look forward to a regular release schedule of three sets per year. Fully integrated into the entire experience, Organized Play has been designed alongside the game from the beginning and will be ready on day one. From weekly store-level community experiences to worldwide large-scale events, there will be something for gamers of all levels to enjoy.

“Ensuring this game was accessible to all players was key for us, so whether you are a casual player, competitor, or collector, there’s something for everyone in this game,” says Jim Cartwright, Product Strategy Director for Fantasy Flight Games. “Straightforward mechanics are the driving force behind the design. It’s clean and concise with no gimmicks – a card game in its purest form.”

Star Wars fans and collectors alike will be able to experience the Star Wars galaxy in a whole new way, with never-before-seen, refreshing new art. Dedicated TCG fans and collectors can look forward to seeking out alternate cards with special treatments and variant visual designs.

“Having the opportunity to commission new art for every card in this game ensures there will be an exciting and cohesive style throughout. We really thought about what the cards would look like on the table next to one another,” says Brian Schomburg, Visual Creative Director for Fantasy Flight Games. “We’re proud to be creating something so unique with the legendary characters and settings that Lucasfilm has brought to life in the Star Wars franchise.”

“Star Wars: Unlimited is the culmination of FFG’s rich history mixed with the celebrated Star Wars brand. As a studio, we are putting unprecedented resources across every department into this game. We could not be more excited to get this out into the world for everyone to experience,” says Chris Gerber, Fantasy Flight Games Head of Studio. “We can’t wait to show you more.”

Keep an eye out on Fantasy Flight Games’ social media channels for more information.

Horror Bar VR Coming to Meta Quest

VR Factory announced that their high quality VR game – Horror Bar VR – will be available on the Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro towards the end of the first half of 2023. Horror Bar VR is a frighteningly engaging family-friendly zombie bar simulator designed to immerse the player into the role of a bar boss. Players will face various obstacles and serve craving zombies in order to progress and thrive.

About the game

Make a burger from a fresh brain or a still-beating heart. Serve a bloody drink in a glass full of frozen eyeballs, not forgetting to garnish it with a just-sliced-off ear or nose. Racing against time, take on the challenge of serving hordes of thirsty and hungry zombies by serving them monstrous dishes and terrifying drinks. Fight against the customers attacking you. Earn tips and buy unique items to upgrade your bar!

The game engages with the player, teaching them different activities and recipes to complete on schedule in order to proceed to further levels. Players can try the free mode or practice mode, and once ready can move on to the 33-level campaign that will test their mastery of drink pouring and food making. The player can only proceed to the next level once completing the previous one and face more challenging recipes and you proceed. The tasks become harder to test players’ ability to cope with the prepared tasks, challenging their skill set. The game will not always be smooth sailing and obstacles will appear that spice up the gameplay, these consist of small sabotages such as stealing that will try to catch the player off guard.

On top of the gameplay, the game introduces new equipment that can be used and experimented with behind the bar, along with different food preparation methods. The player will use ingredients such as brains, rats, and other body parts to complete the orders and satisfy their customers. The game has been provided with rich sound effects that complement the visuals of the game. The game allows the player to move between spaces and equipment in the game such as bar, grill and cooker and will provide the player with a realistic bar experience in the zombie world as the player engages with the environment. And at the end of each day, the player can spend hard-earned money on upgrading the bar and buying sets of new, shiny equipment.

The experienced team behind the project

VR Factory since 2016 has been actively creating VR games and has received awards or were runners-up throughout the years for their multiple games. The team working on Horror Bar VR has put great emphasis on the audiovisual side, as well as on the immersion and fun of the gameplay. For the development of the Meta Quest version of the game, which will hold 40% more content than other versions, Przemysław Pomorski joined the team as a lead designer. He’s a game industry veteran with over 16 years of experience and more than 20 projects published on all gaming platforms. Przemysław previously worked on Green Hell VR but also for industry giants such as THQ Nordic Games, The Walt Disney Company, and Bandai Namco Entertainment. The soundtrack and sound effects were composed by Mikołaj Stroiński, a composer that worked on games such as The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, League of Legends, or Age of Empires 4. The art director for Horror Bar VR is none other than Krzysztof Rosłan, a leading concept artist in the game and film industry. Equipped with an exceptional skill set, has worked with major companies such as Disney, Discovery Channel, and HBO. His artistry has been previously appreciated in the Oscar-nominated animated film Klaus, and his unique art style can be seen projected into the Horror Bar VR world for players to enjoy and interact with.

Horror Bar VR will be available on Meta Quest 2 and Meta Quest Pro towards the end of the first half of 2023. The game is already available for $19.99 on the Meta Quest Store for Oculus Rift and Rift S. Other platforms that Horror Bar VR is available on can be located on the Horror Bar VR website.

SnowRunner Coming to Mac Later this Year

SnowRunner, the blockbuster open-world off-roading game from Saber Interactive, is revving up to reach new heights with the game’s debut on Mac via the Mac App Store, Steam, and the Epic Games Store later this year. The title will feature full crossplay with consoles and PC plus controller support. Players can jump into the driver’s seat of some of the world’s powerful vehicles and prepare to conquer extreme environments with the most advanced terrain simulation experience.

Choose from 40 authentic branded vehicles from real-world makers like Ford, Chevrolet and Freightliner to help you trek across untamed mud, torrential waters, snow, and frozen lakes. Expand and customize your fleet with realistic upgrades and accessories, including an exhaust snorkel for heavy waters, chain tires to battle the treacherous snow and much more. Tackle the toughest contracts and missions as you play on your own or with others in four-player co-op, and take the journey even further with a variety of community-created mods.

SnowRunner is coming to the Apple silicon Mac lineup and will be available for $29.99. All previously released DLC, as well as the Premium Edition and Year 1, Year 2, and Year 3 Passes, will be available for purchase separately.

SnowRunner is also available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and Windows PC. For the latest information, follow all the action on Twitter.