Author - Jerry Paxton

Hello Neighbor 2 Pre-Order Trailer Released

People are going missing in the sleepy little town of Raven Brooks, and publisher tinyBuild invite players to begin investigating today. With pre-orders now open with exclusive Beta access, the world of Hello Neighbor 2 is ready and waiting for aspiring sleuths to sneak, stalk and puzzle their way through.

What secrets do the townsfolk hold? And how does the reclusive inventor (and antagonist of the first game) Mr Peterson fit in? Start unravelling the town’s mysteries today in the Beta, and close the case when the game launches December 6th.

Developed by Eerie Guest Studios, Hello Neighbor 2 is a Stealth Horror adventure set in the open-world town of Raven Brooks. Playing as overly-caffeinated reporter Quentin, you’ll be free to explore the town by day or night, discover the routines and quirks of the locals, and investigate what exactly they’re hiding from the world.

Your snooping won’t go unnoticed, of course. From the leery town police to paranoid townsfolk, you’ll have to keep things quiet and move quickly if you want to avoid ending up on a missing persons list yourself, especially as you’ll be up against some downright fiendish AI that learns from the player.

Aspiring sleuths who pre-order Hello Neighbor 2 today can start playing immediately on PC, Xbox or PlayStation and get their first taste of this sneaky stealth-horror adventure. Players who pre-order the Deluxe edition will also gain five days of early access to the final version closer to launch , as well as day-one DLC.

Just to give you a little taste of what to expect, the titles of the three DLCs are Late Fees, Back To School and Hello-copter, the first two adding new environments and puzzles to the mix, while the third introduces an exciting new gameplay mechanic.

Don’t worry about ruining the mystery during this early peek, either. While the open Beta will give players a good taste of what to expect from the full game, we’re keeping the best and juiciest surprises and secrets for launch day. Still, the clues are all there – dive in now and see what you can figure out!

Pre-order Hello Neighbor 2 today on PC (Steam or Epic), Xbox or PlayStation for immediate access to the open Beta. The full game releases on December 6th, with Deluxe Edition players able to jump in five days early.

Those wanting to dig deeper into the many mysteries of the town can check out a collection of best-selling books, an animated TV show pilot, a comic series and a party game.

Midsummer Scream Lifts the Veil on Its 2022 Hall of Shadows

The Hall of Shadows has become a must-see staple at any Midsummer Scream produced event. It’s where guests can get a taste of the spooky season, up-close and personal with many of the haunts in Southern California via small mini-haunted house versions of themselves. While their Awaken the Spirits! event did not feature a Hall of Shadows, Season’s Screamings did and it was a welcome return. With Midsummer Scream’s footprint being much larger at the Long Beach Convention Center, it also means that the Hall of Shadows too can be bigger.

“The Hall of Shadows is a cornerstone of Midsummer Scream. It’s one of the main things that separates us from any other convention out there. The incredible haunters that work tirelessly to create displays and walk-through attractions for our guests to experience are truly masters of their craft, and we are so grateful to this community that steps up each year and knocks it out of the ballpark time and again”, said Midsummer Scream Creative Director, Rick West.

He adds, “The overall theme for Hall of Shadows this year is ‘Halloween Comes Home’. That couldn’t be more on-the-nose as we return to the Long Beach Convention Center for the first time since 2019. This July, guests will experience the biggest and most incredible Hall of Shadows yet with more thrills and chills than ever before! It’s a fantastic mix of home and pro haunts, walk-through experiences, and spooky displays that everyone is going to want to see for themselves!”

So, without further adieu… Here’s the terrifying list”:

  • CalHauntS will once again be creating the entry portal from the show floor into the Hall of Shadows. This year’s entry is called “Midsummer Estates” and will feature a small neighborhood with homes decorated for the community’s annual Halloween Festival. Beyond “Midsummer Estates”, guests will find 17 other haunts and attractions waiting within the darkness of Hall of Shadows. They include:
  • Bones Gulch (Castaic) – From the minds that brought you Beware the Dark Realm, Restless Souls Manor, and The Farm home haunts, a brand-new attraction is coming! Bones Gulch is proud to bring a small display of what we have in store for you this October to the Hall of Shadows.
  • Fear Farm (Victor Valley) – Venture deep into the cold earth beneath the farm, where a labyrinth filled with pure evil awaits your arrival.
  • Temecula Terror: The Crypt (Temecula) – A church and catacomb themed walk-through. Explore the carnage of a church’s botched exorcisms.
  • Reichland Asylum: The Return of Sarah Crawford (Riverside) – They said she worshipped the occult, locking her deep in the wards of Reichland Asylum and throwing away the key. Little did they know she was the least of their worries… Unearth the secrets of the Crawford family and the dark powers that lie deep in the corridors with Reichland Asylum: The Return of Sarah Crawford.
  • Straight to Hale Productions: Demon Creek (Alta Loma) – The town of Casket Creek has a sordid history, rife with witches using black magic and wreaking havoc. The townsfolk fear they may never escape the wickedness that hangs like a menacing cloud over their once-peaceful town, but it appears that an even more sinister entity looms in the shadows.
  • The Witching Auer: HALLOWEEN – A Terrifying Walkthrough Experience (Atwater) – Encounter the Myer’s home and come face-to-face with The Shape himself. Enter if you dare: everyone is entitled to one good scare!
  • Casa Calaveras: A Walk-Thru Art Experience – Stroll through an intimate series of glowing, peek-in dioramas and uncover the heart-filled tale of José & Gloria, the couple from the hereafter. A great way to introduce your kids to Día de los Muertos – Since 1999.
  • Gothic Hills Cemetery (Riverside) – Gothic Hills Cemetery returns to the Hall of Shadows with a new interactive theatrical display based on their Riverside, California haunt. This Halloween guests will experience the prequel to the Fitzroy story in their biggest season ever.
  • The Quail Run Carnival (Agoura Hills) – Come win some Halloween candy in a handmade, vintage-style, Halloween Carnival! Play either MASH THE MONSTERS or THE SEANCE, play a spooky vintage ARCADE CABINET, or spin our FORTUNE WHEEL to see your future! New games added every Halloween!
  • Exquisite Corpse: REDWATER! Vol. 1 – In the first part of this three-part walk-through series Obadiah, Elijah, and Beauregard Manning (children of the infamous crazed scientist Dr. Joseph R. Manning) set out on a strange and gruesome journey to find their recently missing father. Step back into 1985 and join us in Redwater, Louisiana, to embark through the ratty pages of a mysterious old comic book titled: REDWATER! Vol. 1
  • Boomers! Parks – Guests begin training as new overnight security for Boomers! and encounter paranormal entities!
  • Lights OUT: ICON – Welcome to Club ICON. Tonight’s category is Battle Royale, where two legendary houses compete to be the most ICONIC house of them all. Who will slay, or sashay, away?
  • Santa Ana Haunt: Shades of Hell (Santa Ana) – Shades of Hell serves as the gateway to your worst nightmares. Everyone has different fears – and they are all here, waiting for you.
  • Corona Haunt: Tales of Halloween (Corona) – A modern look into the horror stories that kept you up at night as a child. Brave the ghosts, witches, and demons of Halloween night!
  • The Dreich Society: Nightmare (Ontario) – Deep in the woodlands of Japan stands an ancient temple, originally designed to trap the land’s spirits of the night. Will you survive a peek behind the curtain in their realm, or be trapped forever in their eternal nightmare?
  • The Haunt With No Name… Yet (Tarzana) – Wandering on a eerie night, you find an unknown place. It is forgotten by time but seems haunted and filled with mysterious and spooky things. You decide to take the time to explore what is happening at the Haunt With No Name.. Yet.
  • Realm of Shadow: Hamre Manor (Norwalk) – The Lord of Shadow and his Matron have returned to the attic space of Hamre Manor. Come find your way through his minion-filled hallways, and prepare to confront the evil within!
  • The Decayed Brigade slider team will return to the Hall of Shadows with three incredible exhibitions on Saturday July 30th, and three on Sunday July 31st – show times to be announced soon.

Midsummer Scream 2022 will run from July 29th through 31st at the Long Beach Convention Center. Tickets are available now!

The Quarry First Gameplay Trailer and Screenshots

Here’s the first look at gameplay in The Quarry is available for viewing here. In addition to the gameplay footage, a new batch of screenshots is now available here.

During the prologue of The Quarry, teenage camp counselors Laura (Siobhan Williams) and her boyfriend Max (Skyler Gisondo) drive to Hackett’s Quarry Summer Camp one night earlier than they were scheduled to arrive. Things do not go as planned.

This first look at gameplay sets the stage for the harrowing events that follow, giving you just a taste of what’s in store. Unimaginable choices await you as the other counselors of Hackett’s Quarry Summer Camp struggle to survive an unpredictable night of horror.

For more information on The Quarry, visit the game’s official website, Instagram and TikTok, and follow 2K on YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook. Thanks!

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Princess Mononoke 25th Anniversary Screenings and Merchandise

The year 2022 marks the 25th anniversary of the legendary animated movie release of Princess Mononoke , and fans have celebrated this incredible feat with special 25th anniversary screenings in cinemas across North America.

Sharing the love of Studio Ghibli’s cinematic work, fans look to Bandai Namco Toys & Collectibles America to find official Studio Ghibli merchandise for Hayao Miyazaki’s Princess Mononoke.

Upon San’s Mask Statue Desk Clock “Princess Mononoke”

Brand: Benelic

Description: San’s iconic mask laying in the grass with her dagger with a kodama, tree spirit, resting upon her mask.

MSRP: $55.00

Availability: BluefinBrands.com and Amazon.com

Princess Mononoke Scenes Playing Cards “Princess Mononoke”

Brand: Ensky

Description: Each card features a unique scene from the movie, following the sequence of the story. Movie poster art is used for the joker.

MSRP: $12.00

Availability: BluefinBrands.com

Moro and San “Princess Mononoke”

Brand: Ensky

Description: Artboard Puzzle with design inspired by the Japanese movie poster for Princess Mononoke. Plastic puzzle emulates the look of an Artboard Canvas Print. Pieces hold together on their own. No glue or frame necessary. 366 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle. Measures 307 x 237 x 21 mm (when built).

MSRP: $37.00

Availability: Bluefinbrands.com and Amazon.com

SnowRunner PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X Release Date Trailer

SnowRunner, the ultimate off-road driving experience from Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment, is coming with all of its existing content to PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S on May 31, with a free upgrade for all owners on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One. Conquer the wilderness of SnowRunner’s vast open world like never before with superb visuals and performance.

With the power of the newest console generation, you’ll navigate the massively diverse terrain of SnowRunner’s biomes in gorgeous 4K|60 FPS detail, with revolutionary physics and haptic feedback support to feel every nuance of terrain under your tires. Watch nature and the elements come to life as you spin the wheels across mud, snow, ice and rivers to complete deliveries and explore the open world. Play solo or with up to three friends with full crossplay support across all platforms.

SnowRunner and its Year 1 and Year 2 Passes are currently available on PlayStation®4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. For more information, visit the official store page.

Corsair Unveils K70 RGB TKL CHAMPION SERIES Gaming Keyboard

CORSAIR® (NASDAQ: CRSR), a world leader in high-performance gear for gamers and content creators, today unveiled a new optical-mechanical version of the award-winning K70 RGB TKL CHAMPION SERIES Gaming Keyboard. Featuring the acclaimed K70 RGB TKL tournament-ready tenkeyless design and stylish aluminum build, while adding hyper-fast CORSAIR OPX optical-mechanical keyswitches to its arsenal, the K70 RGB TKL Optical-Mechanical sets the bar higher still for esports-caliber gaming keyboards.

A new addition to the CHAMPION SERIES, CORSAIR OPX optical-mechanical keyswitches boast an incredibly short 1.0mm actuation distance to swiftly register inputs. Their smooth linear motion is apt for high-level competitive gaming, and each switch is guaranteed for an extraordinary 150 million keystrokes. These premier keyswitches are housed in the iconic K70 aluminum frame renowned for its durability and portability, thanks to a compact tenkeyless profile and a detachable USB Type-C cable that makes it a snap to take on-the-go and connect to any system. Sturdy PBT double-shot keycaps, precision-molded to resist wear and fading, keep your keys looking and feeling like new even after years of use.

The K70 RGB TKL Optical-Mechanical Gaming Keyboard epitomizes competition-level keyboard performance. CORSAIR AXON Hyper-Processing enables 8,000Hz hyper-polling, transmitting keystrokes up to 8x faster than standard gaming keyboards, so your commands register and reach your PC faster than ever before. To adhere with strict tournament guidelines, the innovative tournament switch located on the back of the keyboard instantly locks backlighting to a static color and disables macros to ensure your keyboard is prepped for battle.

Everything that makes the K70 RGB TKL a hit with competitive gamers is present in the new optical-mechanical version, including per-key RGB backlighting vastly customizable via CORSAIR iCUE software, dedicated media keys with a solid aluminum volume roller, and onboard storage for saving up to 50 profiles to take on the go. With CORSAIR OPX keyswitches sending inputs to your PC quickly and reliably, the K70 RGB TKL Optical-Mechanical keyboard is built for champions like you.

Availability, Warranty, and Pricing

The CORSAIR K70 RGB TKL CHAMPION SERIES Optical-Mechanical gaming keyboard is available immediately from the CORSAIR network of authorized retailers and distributors in select regions.

The CORSAIR K70 RGB TKL Optical-Mechanical is backed by a two-year warranty, alongside the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.

For up-to-date pricing of the CORSAIR K70 RGB TKL Optical-Mechanical, please refer to the CORSAIR website or contact your local CORSAIR sales or PR representative.

Web Pages

To learn more about the CORSAIR K70 RGB TKL Optical-Mechanical gaming keyboard, please visit:

https://corsair.com/k70-rgb-tkl-opx

For a complete list of all CORSAIR keyboards, please visit:

https://corsair.com/gaming-keyboards

CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION Launch Trailer

SQUARE ENIX® today announced that CHRONO CROSS™: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION is now available digitally on PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Nintendo Switch™, Xbox One and Steam®. Players can now embark on an epic adventure featuring enhanced illustrations from original character designer, Nobuteru Yuuki, refined music from acclaimed composer, Yasunori Mitsuda, and a variety of additional improvements.

CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION brings the time-bending tale of adventure and friendship to a new generation, featuring one of the largest and most diverse casts of playable characters of any RPG with more than 40 unique potential party members. Follow the story of Serge, who stumbles into another world and learns of the connection between his existence and the future of his planet. The remastered edition includes “RADICAL DREAMERS – Le Trésor Interdit -“, a text-based adventure video game released for Satellaview in 1996 that establishes the foundation of the CHRONO CROSS story.

Players can look forward to an array of exciting new enhancements and features in CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION including:

  • 3D models converted to HD*
  • Brand new artwork and character redesign by Nobuteru Yuuki*
  • Refined background music by Yasunori Mitsuda
  • Switch enemy encounters on or off
  • Background filter feature*
  • Battle enhancement features
  • Auto-battle function
  • French, Italian, German and Spanish localization now added
  • Switch between imitation pixel font and HD font*
  • Change screen resolution
  • The inclusion of RADICAL DREAMERS – Le Trésor Interdit -, never before released in the West.
  • Players can choose between playing with original or updated graphics*

Players can also enjoy one brand new song and seven re-arranged music tracks from CHRONO CROSS and RADICAL DREAMERS – Le Trésor Interdit -, all supervised by Yasunori Mitsuda.

CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION on PlayStation®4 will include a PS4 theme featuring Serge and Kid sailing on the blue ocean with a dragon in the skies above. Players can obtain the theme from the PlayStation Store. The featured background music is a guitar arrangement of “RADICAL DREAMERS -Le Trésor Interdit-”, which was supervised by Yasunori Mitsuda and had previously only been recorded on the limited-edition CHRONO CROSS 20th Anniversary Live Tour Blu-ray Disc.

CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION is RATED T (TEEN). More information is available at: SQUARE ENIX – Games – CHRONO CROSS: THE RADICAL DREAMERS EDITION (square-enix-games.com)

Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong Pre-Order Trailer

The night has come for Boston’s Camarilla, announcing the beginning of pre-orders for Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong, the Narrative RPG of Big Bad Wolf studio. The game will be available May 19th on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X and PC (Epic Games Store).

Mysterious assassins have attacked the Boston Camarilla – a secret society comprising most of the vampires in the city. Galeb Bazory, Emem Louis, and Leysha are tasked by the Prince of the city’s Kindred with learning the identity of the attackers as well as the motives underlying the large-scale attack. The orders are simple: infiltrate, investigate and get answers, using supernatural powers if necessary.

In this adaptation of the pen and paper game, players of Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong take control of three heroes with their own character sheets. Through their choices, they will shape the stats of their characters. Using their Skills, it is possible to pick a lock, intimidate an NPC or make more efficient deductions based on hints. The protagonists also have vampiric powers, known as Disciplines, allowing them to reach inaccessible areas, conceal their presence, or foresee potential futures.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong combines the exploration of a wide variety of environments, skillfully-crafted dialogs, clever puzzles, and a branching story where every choice comes with a consequence. The characters are finely developed and, faithful to the World of Darkness IP, reveal that they are monsters in spite of their human appearance.

With more than fifteen different endings for the main characters and the fate of Boston’s Camarilla, each Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong player will experience their own adventure in this unique Narrative RPG.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong will be available on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One et Xbox Series X|S and PC (Epic Games Store) on the 19th of May 2022.

Mad Catz Unveils New S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

Mad Catz Global Limited, a leading innovator in gaming hardware, is excited to announce a new mechanical gaming keyboard, the S.T.R.I.K.E. 6. The S.T.R.I.K.E 6 combines the space-saving convenience of the compact 60% form factor with extreme customization and functionality.

With the compact and portable 60% design, the S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 frees up your desk space for a more ergonomic and comfortable gaming experience. Minus the number pad, gamers can position the mouse closer to the keyboard at a more ergonomic angle to their bodies. Gamers will also have more room for their other peripherals and hardware. The functionality of a fill-sized keyboard is not sacrificed thanks to the 51 built-in function keys.

Up your RGB lighting game with 26 RGB effects: S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 further enhances the gaming experience with brilliant RGB lighting and extreme customization. Gamers can customize or design per-key RGB effects with the included software and enjoy nearly endless lighting possibilities. Built for gamers, Mad Catz’s mechanical switches provide for a precise linear actuation, last up to 80 million keystrokes, and can be hot-swapped to match your personal preference. High-capacity onboard memory allows for the customization of up to 10 macro profiles. On-the-fly shortcuts allow for quick switching even in the heat of battle.

The Mad Catz S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 will ship from the middle of March 2022. Availability may vary by region. For more on availability and pricing in each territory, please contact Mad Catz or the PR contacts below.

Additional information is available on our S.T.R.I.K.E. 6 product page: https://www.madcatz.com/En/Product/Detail/strike6

Blade Runner Tabletop RPG Coming To Kickstarter On May 3rd

Since the announcement of the BLADE RUNNER RPG by Free League and Alcon Entertainment back in September, the tabletop roleplaying community has been abuzz with anticipation. When the EN World news site recently held its annual vote for the Most Anticipated RPG of 2022, the BLADE RUNNER RPG claimed the top spot. Now Free League is excited to share that the game is coming to Kickstarter this May, then rolling out to retail this Fall.

The Kickstarter will debut on May 3rd at 6:00 am US Pacific Time (9 am US Eastern, 3 pm Central European). Backers and retailers alike eager to enlist should visit the Kickstarter pre-launch page and sign up to be notified the moment the campaign goes live. All backers who pledge within the first 24 hours will receive a bonus item soon to be revealed.

Details of the BLADE RUNNER RPG Kickstarter will be shared via the official website for the game and Free League’s social media accounts throughout the weeks leading up to launch.

Revealed back in September, the BLADE RUNNER RPG propels players into the neon noir streets of Los Angeles as Blade Runners. Set in the year 2037, the adventures begin shortly after the Wallace Corporation debuts the new Nexus-9 Replicants on Earth, giving players the choice to play as either human or Replicant Blade Runners with different specialties, personalities, and memories.

For a glimpse at the neon neverland to come, Free League has teased new artwork and several spreads from the upcoming Core Rulebook.

Apart from the core casework, the RPG will both in setting and mechanics also showcase key themes of Blade Runner – sci-fi action, corporate intrigue, existential character drama, and moral conflict – that encourage roleplay and challenge players to question your orders, empathize with your enemies, and make hard calls with high stakes and long-lasting implications.

Free League is one of the most funded RPG publishers on Kickstarter, raising over $9M across 28 successful campaigns including The One Ring, Vaesen, Forbidden Lands, and Tales from the Loop. Tomas Härenstam, Free League co-founder and lead game designer of the ALIEN RPG, fills the same role for the BLADE RUNNER RPG. Original artwork comes from lead ALIEN RPG artist Martin Grip, with Joe LeFavi of Genuine Entertainment, who also brokered the deal with Alcon for Free League, serving as the lead setting writer, brand manager, and producer on the game series.

Sign up to follow the upcoming BLADE RUNNER RPG Kickstarter here today, then look out for more news and previews ahead of the campaign’s release at bladerunner-rpg.com and across Free League’s social channels.