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Evil Dead: The Game Official Launch Trailer

2022/05/13
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Come get some! Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games have released the long-awaited new co-op PvP|PvE multiplayer action title Evil Dead: The Game on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and PC via the Epic Games Store. Evil Dead: The Game Deluxe Edition, also available today, comes with Season Pass 1, which includes the Classics Bundle, full of outfits that take the team back to their roots, as well as three upcoming DLC packs, which will feature new characters and cosmetics.

Evil Dead: The Game’s launch trailer showcases its spooky and massive game world and intense survivor vs. Kandarian Demon gameplay experience. The trailer is filled with homages and nods to fan-favorite Evil Dead lore and scenes and features the original new song “Come Get Some,” a groovy homage to the Evil Dead franchise created by legendary recording artist and hardcore Evil Dead fan Method Man and hip-hop producer Statik Selektah.

Inspired by the iconic horror, humor and action of the Evil Dead franchise, Evil Dead: The Game brings the series’ biggest characters together in a pulse-pounding battle with the forces of darkness. Work as a team of four survivors to kick Deadite butt and banish the vile Kandarian Demon. Or become the Demon yourself, using its powers of possession to stop the good guys dead and swallow their souls!

Evil Dead: The Game delivers the ultimate Evil Dead action experience. Choose your squad with fan-favorite characters from every era of the franchise, including Ash, Kelly Maxwell, Pablo Simon Bolivar, Annie Knowby, Scotty and Lord Arthur. Battle with more than 25 hard-hitting weapons, like the good ol’ chainsaw and boomstick, and level up a variety of character classes with their own unique abilities to survive the night in multiplayer and bonus single-player missions.

The title is officially licensed by Boss Team Games from Renaissance Pictures, leading European production and distribution company STUDIOCANAL, leading entertainment company Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM), and global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) to develop the first multi-platform console and PC game based on “The Evil Dead,” “Evil Dead II: Dead by Dawn,” and “Army of Darkness” films and the STARZ “Ash vs Evil Dead” television series. The game is developed and published by Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games.

Players with NVIDIA graphics cards can experience Evil Dead: The Game with AI-accelerated NVIDIA DLSS for maximum performance and image quality. The game can also be played via GeForce NOW, NVIDIA’s cloud gaming service.

For more information, visit www.EvilDeadtheGame.com, and follow the action on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

TRANSFORMERS Top Gun Maverick Robot is Back

2022/05/13
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Movie News, News

Worlds collide in this TRANSFORMERS-Top Gun mash-up pack! The iconic Grumman F-14 Tomcat jet from the original Top Gun film is a TRANSFORMERS robot, called MAVERICK (not to be confused with that other guy)! Who makes a better wingman than a TRANSFORMERS robot? MAVERICK stands at 7 inches in robot mode and can convert from robot to classic Grumman F-14 Tomcat jet mode in 25 steps. He includes a screen-inspired miniature motorcycle accessory. This bot is always ready to go vertical in jet mode. This Maverick robot figure also features folding jet wings, movie-inspired details, a helmet design inspired by the 2022 Top Gun: Maverick film, and 4 missile accessories that can be mounted on the figure’s arms in robot mode, and under wings in jet mode.

TRANSFORMERS robots have always been MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE, but now, through the TRANSFORMERS Collaborative, fans can experience these larger than life characters as they team-up, mash-up, and meet up with other characters, teams, and people who share this same special quality. Available for pre-order July 21 exclusively at Walmart.com

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Unveils Spring Preview on May 14

2022/05/12
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News

 Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, one of the Northeast’s largest water parks, will launch the 2022 season May 14 with a spring preview. The park will operate several of its signature attractions while debuting new guest enhancements in preparation for the exciting summer season. Hurricane Harbor will operate weekends May 14 through June 12. Daily operation will run June 17 through Sept. 5.

Six Flags Great Adventure, Wild Safari and Hurricane Harbor aim to fill 4,000 positions for the 2022 season, which runs through Jan 1, 2023. More than 10 diverse departments are hiring including lifeguards with paid training and certification. Most wages range from $15 to $20 per hour. Applicants must be at least 14 years old. Interested candidates can text FUN to 732-307-6688, log on to www.sixflagsjobs.com or visit the Employment Center daily from 11 am to 7 pm.

WHEN:

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor spring preview operating dates and hours are as follows:

  • May 14-15, 21-22: 10 am to 5 pm
  • May 28-30, June 4-5 & 11-12: 10 am to 6 pm

WHERE:

Six Flags Hurricane Harbor: Route 537, Jackson, NJ 08527

Six Flags Great Adventure Employment Center: 1 Six Flags Blvd., Jackson, NJ. Next to 607 Monmouth Road, Cream Ridge, NJ, approximately ½ mile west of the main park entrance.

For more information on Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, visit www.sixflags.com/hurricaneharbornj. For information on Six Flags Great Adventure and Wild Safari, visit www.sixflags.com/greatadventure

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

New for 2022:

  • Seating Enhancements – The water park will introduce new, upgraded seating options at several of its major attractions including Blue Lagoon and Calypso Springs;
  • Private Cabanas – Groups looking to enhance their experience can explore a variety of new, private cabana options;
  • Volta Electric Vehicle Charging Stations – Units will be available in the water park, theme park and safari parking lots this summer;
  • Fuel Rod Kiosks – Guests can purchase new, portable charging devices for their phones;
  • Preferred Parking – Guests who wish to park closer to the main entrance can take advantage of Preferred Parking, available by reservation;
  • Map Enhancements – With a focus on conservation, Six Flags has transitioned from paper maps to billboard and digital maps. Guests will utilize oversized map boards throughout the park with convenient, new directional signs and have the option to scan a QR code to access the map easily on their phones;
  • “Wow” Moments – More emphasis will be placed on creating “Wow” moments through fun and memorable guest interactions, and additional seating for island-style relaxation coming this summer. Other additions include new dining options, enhancements to Island Traders, the park’s largest retail shop, and beautification efforts at Blue Lagoon Café.

House Flipper Pets DLC Launch Trailer

2022/05/12
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

You’re no longer alone! With the Pets DLC release, you can now adopt an animal friend in House Flipper. Choose from 10 of the most popular breeds of cats and dogs, each having different traits and personalities. Look after a guinea pig or a rabbit! Some exotic species are waiting for you too! Iguanas, snakes, and spiders all made it to the DLC, but they are not mandatory to take care of if you’re not a fan. Your sweet new friends may become your lifetime companions!

Make sure to check out new painting and sticker mechanics, which allow you to hang and stick your custom images inside your House Flipper properties. After that, install an extra set of stairs to reach the attic, and don’t forget to light up the house with a new addition of colorful lightbulb chains to see how cozy it can get!

Along with the release of Pets DLC, you can expect some revolutionary changes to the base game as well! The developers took a bow towards the community of House Flipper and decided to bring two long-awaited mechanics. To be precise, from now on, all the players will be able to paint and tile ceilings, as well as add and change the position of all the exterior doors. Even though House Flipper marks its fourth birthday in May, the developers do not forget about coming up with ways to enrich the base game’s set of features.

House Flipper – Pets DLC brings an exciting set of features:

  • Interact with your pets, take good care of them and create a unique bond.

  • Be ready for the upcoming challenges with 11 new jobs.

  • Let your imagination run wild and go for a unique design with all 11 of our brand-new ranch-style houses.

  • Experience flipping in a new countryside environment!

  • 3 new flipping mechanics arrive in Pets DLC – hang lightbulb chains around your room, insert extra sets of stairs, decorate your interior with custom standing and hanging pictures, and wall stickers!

  • 2 new long-awaited mechanics for the base game – paint or tile your ceilings and purchase and place new exterior doors!

  • The addition of over 700 new items will make your interiors warm and cozy!

Tennis Manager 2022 New Features Trailer Released

2022/05/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

French independent developer and publisher Rebound CG has announced Tennis Manager 2022 will launch on May 17 via Steam and Epic Games Store. Following a year of early access development, the feature-rich sequel to the hit 2021 game will release just in time to accompany tennis fans through the thrills and spills of this year’s Roland-Garros French Open tournament beginning on May 16.

Building on the breakout success of the 2021 series debut, Tennis Manager 2022 takes the experience to new heights of immersive realism, on and off the court. Players will take the helm of their tennis academy and expertly guide athletes through training and tournaments to the dizzying heights of international success.

New gameplay features include player creation, round robin tournaments, in-depth team management tools, and a new contract management and negotiation system. Among the numerous technical and graphical enhancements are improved match simulation AI, revamped animations, and much more. With the release of Tennis Manager 2022, the franchise looks set to secure its place alongside the greats of sports management simulation games.

For an overview of what’s coming in Tennis Manager 2022, check out the New Features Trailer:

“Tennis Manager 22 marks the start of an important new phase for the Tennis Manager series, a franchise that we’re committed to growing,” said Augustin Pluchet, CEO of Rebound CG. “Tennis Manager 21 exceeded our expectations to become the highest rated tennis game in nearly a decade, so we’re thrilled to be able to build on that and deliver fans an enriched and enhanced gameplay experience with Tennis Manager 22.”

Tennis Manager 2022 will be available on May 17 via Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG and the Mac App Store for $39.99/39.99€. The game will be discounted during its launch period. Owners of Tennis Manager 2021 will receive an additional discount on Steam.

Wishlist Tennis Manager 2022 now on Steam

The Pegasus Expedition Announcement Trailer

2022/05/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

1C Entertainment is happy to announce their collaboration with indie developer Kalla Gameworks to bring their upcoming 4X grand strategy to PC this year. Aspiring Fleet Commanders will get a chance to prove they have what it takes to save mankind for the first time in a playable demo available for the upcoming Steam Next Fest, starting June 13!

The Pegasus Expedition is a story-driven sci-fi grand strategy game set in a key moment for humankind’s survival. Facing an overwhelming threat at home, humanity sends an expedition to the Pegasus Galaxy in a desperate attempt to find a refuge for the population of Earth, only to find themselves in the middle of an interstellar war they inadvertently started.

As you lead one of these fleets, your mission soon transitions from exploration to governance, conquest, and eventually a fight for survival. Players will experience a challenging story where nothing is self-evident and every decision will have its consequences.

Building on the legacy of the grand strategy genre, The Pegasus Expedition adds a strong narrative side to the classic 4X-gameplay which involves managing your diplomatic ties, armies, economy and scientific development.

Key Features

  • Immense handcrafted world – a re-playable campaign set in a rich, vast universe.
  • Conflict and tragedy – experience a deep storyline, where no-one is perfect and ends will often have to justify the means.
  • Become the leader you wish to be – make difficult moral choices in uncertain times, and face the consequences.
  • Rewarding gameplay experience – versatile 4X gameplay with many possible approaches to various challenges the campaign presents.
  • Meaningful diplomacy – a diverse and versatile system with over 30 independent factions in the galaxy.
  • Planning-based combat – manage your warfronts’ bigger picture, and carefully weigh which losses you’re willing to take in order to succeed.

The Pegasus Expedition is planned to release on PC via Steam, GOG, Epic Games Store and other digital stores in 2022. For more information, wishlist the game on Steam, visit the official 1C Entertainment website or their Facebook and/or Twitter pages, or follow the developer on Twitter.

NACON Unveils New RIG 800 Pro Line

2022/05/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Tech News, Trailers / Videos

NACON, leader in premium gaming hardware and parent of the RIG game audio brand, announces the shipping of the RIG 800 PRO range of wireless gaming headsets, destined to re-write the rules of performance, convenience and value.

With an all-new multifunction base station, the 800 PRO provides gamers with a lag-free wireless connection as well as seamless charging. The base station also comes equipped with a removeable USB wireless adaptor that can be plugged directly into a console, allowing the stand to be placed anywhere for convenient charging.

Alongside the base station, the 800 PRO also features RIG signature premium audio with powerful 40mm drivers that have been precisely tuned for 3D audio. Available in two models, the 800 PRO HS is designed for PlayStation®while the RIG 800 PRO HX is officially licensed for Xbox®and includes DolbyAtmos® for Headphones. Gamers can experience three-dimensional precision audio by simply connecting the dock or USB wireless adaptor to the Xbox console.

“We set out to deliver a serious upgrade to the popular 800 Series with the new PRO edition. We’ve added a unique charge dock with a removable USB wireless adapter while maintaining the $149.99 price tag,” said NACON Head of Development for RIG, Jack Reynolds. “The new 800 PRO Series gives players the audio performance they need to improve, compete and win at an incredible price.”

The RIG 800 PRO is available now in the US in for $149.99. ARIG 800 PROHD, which is aversion for PC, is scheduled to launchin the US later in 2022.

RIG 800 PRO features:

  • Charge anywhere: The new multifunction base station that allows you to conveniently dock and charge your headset.
  • Unleash 3D audio: AccessDolby Atmos® for Headphones instantly when you connect the wireless adapter or base station to your Xbox®.
  • Long battery life: Similar to its predecessor, the RIG 800 PRO has up to 24-hours, lag-free wireless audio with secure connection to your console.
  • Wireless excellence: Up to 30 ft / 10m of wireless range with a dedicated 2.4GHZ radio frequency.
  • Premium audio: 40mm, high-sensitivity drivers with low frequency resonators that reinforce base and reduce distortion.
  • RIG signature style and comfort: The RIG 800 PRO features RIG signature self-adjusting head strap with small, medium or large sizing allowing for the perfect fit every time, and a flexible, durable headset frame that is virtually unbreakable.
  • A fan favorite feature: Noise-canceling mic with flip-to-mute function for focused gameplay.
  • On headset controls: On-ear volume, game/chat balance and mic monitoring controls.
  • StayFocused: Sound-isolating ear cups block noise and keep you focused.

GameStop
RIG 800 PRO HX
Walmart
RIG 800 PRO HX
RIG 800 PRO HS
BestBuy
RIG 800 PRO HS (online only)
RIG 800 PRO HX
Target
RIG 800 PRO HX
RIG 800 PRO HS
Amazon
RIG 800 PRO HX
RIG 800 PRO HS

ESL Gaming and Acer Partner for ESL One and DreamLeague

2022/05/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Hardware News, News

ESL Gaming, the world’s leading esports company, has teamed up with Acer’s gaming brand, Predator, as its official OEM partner for ESL One and DreamLeague. Commencing with the ESL One Stockholm Major 2022, the exclusive partnership will also cover Dota Pro Circuit (DPC) tournaments in Western Europe (WEU) and North America (NA) and will run throughout 2022.

The collaboration provides the Predator Gaming brand with engagement opportunities with the audience during the livestreams, at the live events, and at its distinct booth, where fans can experience the next generation of gaming fueled by Intel®.

“We have been a proud partner of Acer for many years, and we are super excited to continue on this journey with them,” said Rodrigo Samwell, Chief Commercial Officer at ESL Gaming. “Together with Intel®, we are thrilled to take Dota 2 back onto the live stage later this month. Having a world-class brand like Acer join us in this magnificent step is great and shows the trust brands have in the potential of esports.”

“As part of our continuing commitment to gaming, we’re excited to partner again with ESL Gaming and Intel for ESL One and DreamLeague,” said Vincent Lin, AVP, Global Product Marketing, Acer Inc. “Supporting athletes and the fanbase is an integral part of our efforts to help promote esports and contribute back to the growing community.”

On May 12, 2022, the group stage of the ESL One Stockholm Major 2022 will kick-off. On May 20-22, fans are welcomed to the Hovet arena in Stockholm, Sweden, to experience and enjoy the world’s best Dota 2 action live. Check the official website, or follow ESLDota2 on Twitter and Facebook for more information. For all the latest on DreamLeague, head to the website, and follow DreamHackDota on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

GameBall Gaming Trackball Review

2022/05/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Peripheral Review, Peripherals News, Reviews

The trackball was invented right after the Second World War as an interface for radar plotting systems. After, it began to see use in other industrial applications and, with the rise of personal computers and workstations, consumer use. These trackballs initially used a mechanical, ball-driven system similar to early computer mice. Eventually, the trackball began to use non-mechanical sensors to pick up ball movement. Aside from use in many arcade cabinets, the trackball never took off for home video gamers – who mostly opted for gaming-specific mice like Razer’s Boomslang and console gamepads. In my youth, however, I loved using the Logitech Trackman when playing Sierra’s TRIBES with my friends. It allowed me to get more kills per game, bar none. Nowadays there are no gaming trackballs out there – that is, until now. A new player has entered the trackball game: GameBall. The GameBall gaming trackball is a new product focused on bringing gamers the power and beauty of a trackball without losing its other more utilitarian features.

The design of the GameBall gaming trackball is robust, made from high-quality materials. It’s plastic body features a rubberized texture that is comfortable on the palm and doesn’t get shiny with oil. The overall design is also ambidextrous, meaning that our left-handed gamers are not left out in the cold like they are with so many gaming mice. The trackball of the GameBall is 1.5 inches in diameter – this allows for fine muscle control while also not being so heavy or unwieldy that its own inertia causes inaccuracy when playing. Inside the GameBall you’ll find a PixArt optical sensor capable of several DPI stages (400, 800, 1200, 2000, or 3000). Of course, DPI in a trackball is different that when written of in gaming mice. It translates differently but know that 3000 DPI in a trackball is ultra-sensitive and way more than enough for any “twitch” gamers out there. The bottom of the GameBall is wide and features non-slip pads which prevent it from sliding around your desktop. The cable of the GameBall is not braided, which is usually a no-no when it comes to pointing devices but, in the case of a trackball, it isn’t meant to move so a braided cable would be wasted.

Unlike most gaming mice from the big manufacturers out there, the GameBall gaming trackball doesn’t need any special software installed to setup or configure it for use. Smartly, GameBall has engineered all of the setup functions inside the GameBall itself. Everything from changing the DPI stages to swapping what is considered the left and right buttons. While these button press combinations are not always the most intuitive, they do include a Quick Start Guide within the box for you to look up the adjustments. Also, it is necessary to update the GameBall to the latest firmware release to get all of the new features and button swap capability.

Overall, the GameBall gaming trackball is the best (and only) trackball option for gamers currently on the market. One thing to note is that the GameBall is not cheap – it retails for $148 dollars. That is more expensive than most (but definitively not all) gaming mice. However, with the GameBall, you are paying for its quality, five year development time, and independent production. If you’re looking for a gaming trackball, you simply will not find a better option. The GameBall gaming trackball is available now on the official website.

Overall Rating: 4 out of 5

Lovecraft’s Untold Stories 2 Delayed

2022/05/11
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Windows PC News

1C Entertainment and LLC Blini Games have today announced that the ancient ones have conspired to delay the full release of their upcoming action RPG with rogue-like elements, Lovecraft’s Untold Stories 2, until a later date.

Originally scheduled to release later this month, 1C and LLC Blini Games have pushed back the release date after feedback from additional rounds of testing, to further polish its gameplay features, improve its balancing and create a truly worthy successor to the previous instalment, which has attained a cult-classic status. With the development team committed to making sure that the game provides the most enjoyably insanity-inducing experience it can, the new release date for Lovecraft’s Untold Stories 2 will be announced soon. To be the first to receive news about the game, add it to your Steam wishlist and follow 1C on Facebook, Twitter and/or Steam, or visit the official 1C Entertainment website.