Before The Last Express… before Prince of Persia… there was Karateka. Famed game designer Jordan Mechner was an 18-year-old college student when he started making the martial arts adventure that would become one of the most influential games of the Apple II era.
Four decades later, the story behind this groundbreaking game has been meticulously reconstructed into an innovative interactive documentary by Digital Eclipse, the team behind acclaimed collections including the Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection.
Unveiled minutes ago during Microsoft’s ID@Xbox showcase, The Making of Karateka will be available on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S as well as Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC (Steam, GOG, and Epic Store). A simultaneous release on all platforms is expected later this summer.
Independent AA developer ROCKFISH Games is excited to share their critically successful space action RPG, EVERSPACE 2, is coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 15, 2023. After a successful PC launch earlier this year with an 81 Metacritic rating and 88% Very Positive rating on Steam totalling more than 350,000 copies sold so far, the massive single player open-world space action RPG will be available for $49.99 USD / £49.99 / €49.99 / ¥6930. Pre-orders on PlayStation are now open, offering a 20% discount on the sci-fi adventure for PlayStation Plus subscribers.
Xbox Game Pass players will be excited to hear they’ll be able to hop in the pilot seat and explore more than 100 handcrafted locations across multiple star systems as EVERSPACE 2 launches on the service, day 1. PC Game Pass and Microsoft Store players can also enjoy the game on Xbox Series X|S through Play Anywhere support. To-date, more than 120,000 PC Game Pass players have tried EVERSPACE 2.
On PlayStation 5, EVERSPACE 2 will take full advantage of DualSense controller haptic feedback, adaptive trigger, and speaker features, tying gameplay with in-hand response.
“With space adventure games getting more attention than ever, we’re excited to bring EVERSPACE 2 to whole new audiences on Xbox and PlayStation this August,” says ROCKFISH Games CEO Michael Schade. “The two years we spent in Early Access when developing for our PC launch has served us well in the lead up to our release on consoles and we’ve used the last few months well, polishing an already rock-solid foundation. Series X and PlayStation 5 players can look forward to exploring the star systems of EVERSPACE 2 supporting 60 FPS when we launch later this summer.”
EVERSPACE 2 launches on consoles with an exciting 30-hour single player campaign fully voiced in English and German plus many more hours of additional side missions, jobs, distress calls, location challenges, puzzles and other activities. The game is localized in English, Brazilian Portuguese, Czech, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, and Spanish.
Publisher Maximum Games is working with ROCKFISH Games to bring a spectacular collector package for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S to retailers worldwide on October 3, 2023. The EVERSPACE 2 Stellar Edition comes packaged in an attractive steelbook along with a 64-page artbook and digital soundtrack download.
Pre-orders are available now on Amazon, Best Buy, Target, Walmart, GAME, Argos, Micromania, Cultura, Leclerc, Xtralife, MediaMarkt, Saturn, EB Games, JB Hi-Fi, and other retailers across the globe.
Saturday morning cartoons are back! Developer Beamdog and publisher Aspyr have announced that the first-person roguelike action game MythForce™ will launch on Sept. 12, 2023, for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Steam, as well as exit early access on the Epic Games Store. Catch a glimpse of the world inspired by 1980s-era cartoons in the new release date trailer showcasing an in-game cinematic video and new gameplay!
MythForce is a roguelike adventure set in the ever-changing Cursed Lands, an immersive cartoon world filled with crypts and castles. Team up with up to four friends in online co-op and unleash your inner hero in intense first-person combat, wielding legendary weapons and powerful magic in an immersive fantasy dungeon crawl that will test your skills and leave you craving for more.
Key Features
Star in Your Own Saturday Morning Cartoon: Step into a vibrant and colorful world crafted using the classic aesthetics and techniques of the ’80s animation era.
High Fantasy Swords & Sorcery: Feel the thrill of each swing and the might of each spell as you smite hordes of enemies and emerge victorious in heart-pounding, first-person combat.
Deep Roguelike Adventure: Level up as you explore the dungeon, uncovering magical artifacts and upgrades to become even stronger with each playthrough.
Play Together with Friends: Team up with friends or meet fellow adventurers online to conquer the Cursed Lands together in co-op mode for up to four players.
New Content for 1.0 Launch: The official 1.0 launch of MythForce on consoles and PC includes three story episodes (up from one in early access), unlockable difficulty modes for even greater challenges, and an overhaul of the meta-progression system with drop-in/drop-out functionality for online co-op.
For more on MythForce, visit www.MythForce.com, and follow along with the latest updates on Discord, Twitter and Facebook.
At today’s ID@Xbox Showcase, Gun Interactive—the multimedia development firm behind the upcoming The Texas Chain Saw Massacre—revealed a brand-new trailer for the upcoming asymmetrical horror game. Including the likes of the infamous Leatherface from the original 1974 film, the trailer paints a vivid, bloody picture of the dangers and mayhem that await players once the game launches in full on August 18th. Set to release on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and PC, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre will be available on launch day for $39.99 USD, in addition to being available on Xbox Game Pass. Watch the gory new trailer below!
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre takes place in the months leading up to the events of the original 1974 film, and features authentic recreations of the locations, characters, and imagery of the source material. Players control either the Victims or members of the Slaughter Family in a vicious game of 3v4 cat-and-mouse that takes the tension and suspense of the film and repurposes it into thrilling, competitive action. The Victims and the Slaughter Family must both utilize their unique abilities to come out on top, as the former use stealth and smarts to escape their fearsome tormentors, while each member of the Slaughter Family wields brutal and murderous attacks to hunt their prey.
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre will launch on August 18th, 2023 for PC, PlayStation® 5 (PS5™) & PlayStation® 4 (PS4™), Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, and will launch into Game Pass on Xbox and PC. For more information, visit The Community Hub at the official The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Website, and join the conversation at the Gun Interactive Discord.
As we celebrate the 57th anniversary of Black Panther’s comic debut this July, we’re thrilled to announce Cliffhanger Games, a new triple-A development studio based in Seattle, is working on an original, third-person, single-player Black Panther game in collaboration with Marvel Games. Our mission is to build an expansive and reactive world that empowers players to experience what it is like to take on the mantle of Wakanda’s protector, the Black Panther.
Led by Kevin Stephens (Monolith Productions), Cliffhanger has already brought together accomplished talent with leaders from the critically acclaimed and innovative action-adventure game, Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor, along with veterans of top franchises including Halo Infinite, God of War, Call of Duty and others.
“We’re dedicated to delivering fans a definitive and authentic Black Panther experience, giving them more agency and control over their narrative than they have ever experienced in a story-driven video game. Wakanda is a rich Super Hero sandbox, and our mission is to develop an epic world for players who love Black Panther and want to explore the world of Wakanda as much as we do,” said Kevin.
As we begin this remarkable journey, we are excited to be working with Marvel Games to ensure that we craft every aspect of Wakanda, its technology, its heroes, and our own original story with the attention to detail and authenticity that the world of Black Panther deserves.
“It’s an incredibly rare opportunity to build a new team around the values of diversity, collaboration, and empowerment,” said Kevin.
“We want our game to enable players to feel what it’s like to be worthy of the Black Panther mantle in unique, story-driven ways, and we want Cliffhanger Games to empower everyone on our team as we collaborate to bring this amazing world to life.”
If you’re looking to take on an incredible next career move, we invite you to join our team, which we will be building over the next few years. We’re still early in development with a long road ahead, but we know the foundation to any great story is to build an experienced team with diverse voices and perspectives and that’s what we want to build, especially with a Super Hero as important as Black Panther.
Today, Paradox Interactive and Colossal Order published the latest gameplay feature deep dive for Cities: Skylines II, breaking down the wide range of zone types and signature buildings players can use to create livelier and more realistic cities. From residential suburbs and industrial parks to bustling downtowns and sweeping skyscrapers, a world of options will be at players’ fingertips to build the cities of their dreams. This now includes the option for mixed-use zones, giving players even more flexibility in their city creation.
Leading video game publisher and developer Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is going Super Saiyan and bringing a tank-load of game demos and more to the 2023 San Diego Comic Convention (SDCC). The titles on display include hot and hotly anticipated games ARMORED CORE™ VI FIRES OF RUBICON™, TEKKEN™8, SAND LAND, NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS, and DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2. With a variety of gameplay activations, experiential installations, photo ops, and swag, attendees are invited to see all that Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. has to offer from July 20 – 23 at and around the San Diego Convention Center.
Activations from Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. during SDCC take place at the San Diego Convention Center, at the nearby San Diego Wine & Culinary Center located at 200 W Harbor Drive (Suite 120), and at the Dragon Ball Special Booth at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina Terrace, located at 333 W Harbor Drive.
At the San Diego Convention Center (Badge Required)
SAND LAND (Booth #3729) – Enter a recreation of a vehicle from the game and go hands-on with the first-ever playable demo of SAND LAND, a new action RPG based on the classic manga from Akira Toriyama, creator of DRAGON BALL and DR. SLUMP.
NARUTO X BORUTO Ultimate Ninja STORM CONNECTIONS (Booth #129) – Pose with a Naruto statue and play recently announced characters in a recreation of the Hidden Leaf Village food stand for this action fighting game celebrating the anime’s 20th anniversary.
PANEL ROOM ACTIVATIONS – See the Worldwide Premiere of the SAND LAND anime feature film – follow the official SAND LAND Twitter for more information. Join a panel of fighting greats to learn more about TEKKEN 8; SDCC panel details will be revealed at a later time.
At the San Diego Wine & Culinary Center
ARMORED CORE VI FIRES OF RUBICON – Pilots wanted! The battle over Rubicon 3 and its valuable resource Coral is in need of capable pilot recruits. In this exciting experiential activation for the upcoming action game from FromSoftware, Inc. (ELDEN RING™, DARK SOULS™), prospective pilots will be able to test their reflexes with a series of challenges and pose with a life-size Armored Core mech.
TEKKEN 8 – “Fist Meets Fate” in San Diego! Comic-Con attendees will experience a fully immersive TEKKEN installation with artwork, a non-alcoholic beverage station, DJ, cosplayers, temporary tattoos, playable stations, and more.
At the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina Terrace:
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 – Try out a host of new characters in this acclaimed game, including those who made their debut in the newest Dragon Ball Super: SUPER HERO movie with Gamma 1, Gamma 2, Orange Piccolo, and Gohan (Beast).
For information on products from Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., please visit www.bandainamcoent.com. Join the conversation on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoUS, check us out live on Twitch at https://twitch.tv/bandainamcous, or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS.
Get ready to roll out when the adrenaline-fueled adventure TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEASTS becomes available to buy or rent on Digital from Paramount Home Entertainment. Fans can watch all the action at home starting July 11, 2023.
Fans who purchase the film on Digital can immerse themselves in the world of TRANSFORMERS with over an hour of thrilling bonus content. Take a deeper look at the AUTOBOTS, MAXIMALS, and TERRORCONS, as well as the humans at the center of the film. See how filmmakers recreated 90s New York City through incredible set design, music, and fashion. Go behind-the-scenes of the eye-popping action, from the edge-of-your seat car chase on the streets of New York City to the mesmerizing battle on the mountains of Machu Picchu, Peru. Plus, check out deleted and extended scenes not seen in theatres. Bonus content is detailed below:
Human Affairs— In a world of robots, machines, and aliens, we explore the humans who help save the world.
Life in the 90s— The filmmakers discuss how the music, set design, fashion, and cultural references transport viewers to New York in the 90s.
Heroes— Get an inside look at the inspiration and thought process behind designing the AUTOBOTS and the MAXIMALS.
Villains—Watch as the filmmakers bring the TERRORCONS and PREDACONS to life.
The Chase— Meet MIRAGE, a new AUTOBOT that converts into a 1993 Porsche, and experience the adrenaline-filled car chase through New York City.
The Battle of Ellis Island— Join the cast and crew as they go behind-the-scenes of the epic battle sequence between the AUTOBOTS and the TERRORCONS at the museum.
Into the Jungle— The TRANSFORMERS franchise has been filmed all over the globe. This time, join the cast and crew as they explore the new and exotic location of Peru.
The Switchback Attack— Witness the wild, intense driving sequences filmed on location in Peru where the AUTOBOTS fight the TERRORCONS through a town square and into the mountains 15,000 feet up.
The Final Conflict— Get a behind-the-scenes look at the film’s epic climax. Watch as the AUTOBOTS, MAXIMALS, Noah, and Elena attempt to save the world.
Extended/Deleted Scenes—Includes an alternate opening and ending to the film!
Synopsis
OPTIMUS PRIME and the AUTOBOTS take on their biggest challenge yet! When a new threat capable of destroying the entire planet emerges, they must team up with a powerful faction known as the MAXIMALS. With the fate of humanity hanging in the balance, Noah (Anthony Ramos) and Elena (Dominique Fishback) will do whatever it takes to help the TRANSFORMERS as they engage in the ultimate battle to save Earth.
TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEASTS will arrive on 4K Ultra HD SteelBook™, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™, and DVD on October 10th.
TRANSFORMERS: RISE OF THE BEASTS is rated PG-13 for intense sequences of sci-fi action and violence, and language.
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless Headset is a high-end gaming headset that offers a number of features that make it a great choice for gamers. It has a comfortable design, excellent sound quality, and a built-in microphone that provides clear voice communication. The Stealth Pro Wireless also features active noise cancellation, which can help to block out background noise so that you can focus on your game.
The Stealth Pro Wireless is a well-designed headset. It is made of high-quality materials and feels sturdy and durable. The earcups are made of soft, memory foam and are covered in a breathable fabric that helps to keep your ears cool even during long gaming sessions. The headband is also made of memory foam and adjustable to find a comfortable fit. The Stealth Pro Wireless comes in a variety of colors, so you can choose the one that best suits your style. The headset is also compatible with a variety of gaming platforms, so you can use it with your Xbox One, PlayStation 4, or PC.
The Stealth Pro Wireless has excellent sound quality. The audio is clear and well-balanced, with deep bass and clear highs. The headset also has a built-in surround sound system that provides an immersive audio experience. The surround sound system is powered by Turtle Beach’s Superhuman Hearing technology. This technology amplifies low-volume sounds, such as footsteps and gunfire, so that you can hear them more clearly. This can give you a significant advantage in competitive games, as it allows you to hear your enemies before they hear you.
The Stealth Pro Wireless has a built-in microphone that provides clear voice communication. The microphone is detachable, so you can remove it when you don’t need it. The microphone also has a flip-to-mute feature, so you can easily mute yourself when you need to. The microphone is also equipped with Turtle Beach’s Noise Gate technology. This technology filters out background noise, so that your teammates can hear you more clearly. This is especially useful in noisy environments, such as when you are playing in a crowded room or when there is a lot of traffic outside.
Active Noise Cancellation
The Stealth Pro Wireless features active noise cancellation, which can help to block out background noise so that you can focus on your game. The noise cancellation system is effective at blocking out most background noise, including traffic noise, air conditioning noise, and the chatter of other people. This can be a great feature if you live in a noisy environment or if you often play games in noisy places. The noise cancellation system can help you to block out distractions and focus on your game.
Battery Life
The Stealth Pro Wireless has a battery life of up to 15 hours on a single charge. This is a good battery life for a wireless headset. The headset also comes with a charging dock, so you can easily keep it charged. The battery life is especially impressive considering the features that the Stealth Pro Wireless offers. The headset has active noise cancellation, surround sound, and a high-quality microphone. All of these features can drain the battery, but the Stealth Pro Wireless still manages to provide a long battery life.
Overall Impression
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless Headset is a great choice for gamers who are looking for a high-quality headset with excellent sound quality, a comfortable design, and a built-in microphone. The headset also features active noise cancellation, which can help to block out background noise so that you can focus on your game. The Stealth Pro Wireless is expensive, but it is worth the price for gamers who demand the best. The headset is well-made, comfortable to wear, and provides excellent sound quality. It is also compatible with a variety of gaming platforms, so you can use it with your Xbox One, PlayStation 4, or PC. If you are looking for a high-end gaming headset, the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless is a great option. It is a comfortable, well-made headset that provides excellent sound quality and features. The headset is also compatible with a variety of gaming platforms, so you can use it with your favorite console or PC.
Pros
Excellent sound quality
Comfortable design
Built-in microphone
Active noise cancellation
Long battery life
Cons
Expensive
No Bluetooth connectivity
The Turtle Beach Stealth Pro Wireless Headset is a great choice for gamers who are looking for a high-quality headset with excellent sound quality, a comfortable design, and a built-in microphone. The headset also features active noise cancellation, which can help to block out background noise so that you
Halloween is the time for creepy costumes, delicious candy, and thanks to Marvel, thrilling comic books! This October, Marvel Comics is back with another year of “TRICK-OR-READ,” the popular retailer event that gives fans a chance to pick up copies of best-selling comics starring some of Marvel’s hottest characters and storylines. This year’s selections feature something for every reader including perfect entry points for newcomers and young children! In the same spirit as Free Comic Book Day, local participating comic shops will celebrate Halloween with a spellbinding trip to the Marvel Universe with these five free titles:
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN: THE BIRTH OF TOMBSTONE #1 reprints AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #3 by writer Zeb Wells and John Romita Jr., a key early chapter of Spider-Man’s current era. Witness a brutal battle between Spider-Man and Tombstone that proves without doubt that Tombstone is Spidey’s most terrifying foe! Tombstone will play a major role in an AMAZING SPIDER-MAN event later this year and it all took root here as this iconic villain’s haunting origin is revealed for the first time!
CAPTAIN MARVEL: HIGHER, FASTER, FURTHER #1 reprints CAPTAIN MARVEL (2012) #1by writer Kelly Sue Deconnick and artist Dexter Soy, the start of Deconnick’s groundbreaking run that took Carol Danvers from “Ms. Marvel” to Captain Marvel! Just in time for Marvel Studios’ The Marvels, soar higher, faster, and further with Captain Marvel as she proves herself to be Earth’s Mightiest Hero in this transformative saga.
MOON KNIGHT: KNIGHT OF BLOOD #1 reprints MOON KNIGHT #18by writer Jed MacKay and artist Federico Sabbatini, an action-packed entry in the character’s best-selling current ongoing series! The issue sees Moon Knight team up with fan-favorite hero Tigra against a deadly new gang of vampires. Tragedy will strike Moon Knight in the near future so enjoy this perfect standalone adventure for the spooky season while you can…
STAR WARS: THE HIGH REPUBLIC – ATTACK OF THE HUTTS #1 reprints STAR WARS: THE HIGH REPUBLIC (2021) #5 by writer Cavan Scott and artist Ario Anindito, a pivotal turning point in Marvel’s first comic series set in the High Republic era! Part of the revolutionary multi-platform publishing initiative, enter the Golden Age of the Jedi with young Padawan Keeve Trennis as she learns shocking secrets amidst a breathtaking battle between the Jedi and the Hutts! The issue is also the first major comics appearance of Jedi Knight Vernestra Rwoh, a character who will appear in The Acolyte, an upcoming Star Wars Original series set during the final days of the High Republic era. The Acolyte will stream exclusively on Disney+ later next year.
SPIDEY AND HIS AMAZING FRIENDS HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-READ 2023 will give young readers a chance to enjoy a new collection of Spidey adventures! Swing into adventure with Spidey, Ghost-Spider, and Miles as they face classic villains and more in this spectacular special filled with all new stories from MY FIRST COMIC READER.
Check out the covers below and be sure to check with your local comic shop to see if they’ll be participating in this year’s Trick-or-Read Halloween event! For more information, visit Marvel.com.
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-READ 2023
CAPTAIN MARVEL HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-READ 2023
MOON KNIGHT HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-READ 2023
SPIDEY AND HIS AMAZING FRIENDS HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-READ 2023
STAR WARS: THE HIGH REPUBLIC HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-READ 2023
