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SCUF Gaming Unveils New Universal Thumbstick Grips

SCUF Gaming, creator of the high-performance gaming controller category (NASDAQ:CRSR), today introduced its new line of Universal Thumbstick Grips. The new thumbsticks give any gamer the SCUF thumbstick experience of added performance and increased grip, regardless of the type of controller they use.

SCUF’s Universal Thumbstick Grips will take almost any existing controller to a higher level, giving gamers the feel of precision, accuracy, and movements of a SCUF thumbstick, on their existing controller. “The launch of our Universal Thumbstick Grips is a reflection of our commitment to giving all gamers the ability to experience the SCUF advantage,” said Diego Nunez, Vice President of Gaming Marketing at CORSAIR. “With this new offering, you can gain a functional advantage in movement and gameplay by simply upgrading your existing controller.”

SCUF Universal Thumbstick Grips are available in three different variants, Tactic, Catalyst, and Pulse, so gamers can tailor their experience based on personal preference and style of play.

Tactic replicates the shapes found on SCUF controller thumbsticks which have provided professional and competitive gamers around the world additional performance, comfort and grip for many years. Tactic comes in 2 styles (concave and domed) 3 colors (black, red, and blue) and 2 lengths (short and tall). Light Gray Universal Thumbstick Grips will also be available in early 2023.

Catalyst is inspired by previous controller designs to give customers a taste of the controllers of the past. It has a concave design that allows your fingers to rest comfortably in the indent of the thumbstick and extra grip on the sides of the indent, so fingers don’t slip from where you want them.

Pulse offers the SCUF take on a classic thumbstick style. It has a semi-domed design that means fingers rest within the indent of the thumbstick or on the edge where added grip keeps your fingers on the thumbstick.

The Universal Thumbstick grips range in price from $9.99 to $19.99 and are available immediately for purchase on SCUF’s website and on Amazon . For more information on SCUF Gaming and its new line of Universal Thumbstick Grips, please visit scufgaming.com.

Season’s Screamings Unveils Talent and Programming Schedule

Iconic stars from Hollywood’s latest thrillers and timeless favorites anchor a weekend of holiday horror as Season’s Screamings announces its finalized program of spooky fa-la-la fun at the Pasadena Convention Center, December 2-4.

“Keith David, star of this year’s NOPE, and Henry Thomas (The Haunting of Hill House, Ouija) – who we all first loved as Elliott in E.T. – are both part of a great line-up of stars who will greet fans,” said David Markland, Executive Director and Co-Founder, Season’s Screamings. “We will also welcome legends like Imagineer Bob Gur and Sara Karloff – daughter of Boris Karloff.”

Steven Weber, instantly recognizable for his seven seasons on Wings but known by horror fans for his work in The Shining mini-series and Tales from the Crypt, and Annabeth Gish – who starred in Midnight Mass but is most loved by the mainstream for Mystic Pizza – are also on the long list of who’s who meet and greets.

Visit MidsummerScream.org for photo opportunities available for purchase with David, Thomas and Gish, plus Mike Flanagan (Doctor Sleep, Ouija: Origin of Evil, The Haunting of Hill House), Scott MacDonald (Jack Frost, Jarhead, Carnivale), Kate Siegel (HUSH, The Haunting of Bly Manor, Midnight Mass), Robert Brian Wilson (Silent Night Deadly Night) and Eric Freeman (Silent Night Deadly Night: Part 2)

Finalized presentations and panels include:

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 2
6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

8 p.m. – Peepshow Menagerie’s ISLAND OF MISFIT TEASE
From the creators of “Famous Monstergirls of Burlesque” comes a PG-13 rated, creepy, holiday-themed revue.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3
11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
10 a.m. early entry for “Naughty List” passholders

The Shining Legacy: Celebrate the 45th anniversary of Stephen King’s The Shining and the 25th anniversary of the Mick Garris directed TV mini-series adaptation with Mike Flanagan (director of Doctor Sleep, the sequel to The Shining), Steven Weber (Jack Torrance in The Shining mini-series), Henry Thomas (Torrance in Doctor Sleep), Mick Garris and other special guests. Moderated by Fangoria’s KINGCAST.

How the Grinch Stole Our Hearts: A heartfelt discussion about How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
with Sara Karloff, whose father, Boris Karloff, narrated the beloved animated classic, members
of animation legend Chuck Jones’ family, and Emmy Award-winning Animator and Director Phil Roman, who was part of the team that brought the Grinch to life.

7 p.m. JUST ANNOUNCED James A. Janisse and Chelsea Rebecca from Dead Meat will introduce a secret screening of a brand new, unreleased holiday horror film that promises a healthy kill count – starring the lead of one of this year’s most terrifying films.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4
11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
10 a.m. early entry for “Naughty List” passholders

“A Scary Little Christmas”
Author Matt Dupee moderates a panel about holiday horror films with the stars of genre
favorites, Robert Brian Wilson (Silent Night, Deadly Night) Eric Freeman (Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2) and Scott MacDonald (Jack Frost).

“Flanaverse Reunion”
Cast members of The Haunting of Hill House, Midnight Mass, Doctor Sleep and more join
director Mike Flanagan for a talk about the making of his The Haunting anthology series on
Netflix and other projects. Kate Siegel, Henry Thomas, Alex Essoe and Annabeth Gish are
scheduled to appear.

The full, up-to-date schedule with times, vendors, guests, and more will be available soon via
the Midsummer Scream app.

Season’s Screamings also features holiday-themed haunts and yard displays, plus 200 vendors
offering everything a horror fan could want in their Christmas stocking.

Single day and weekend passes are available; premium weekend “Naughty List” passes include
one-hour advance entry on Saturday and Sunday, priority entry to panels, presentations, and
attractions, an exclusive lanyard, and a limited-edition commemorative collectible inspired by
The Shining.

For the latest news and information on Season’s Screamings, sign up for our email newsletter at www.midsummerscream.org. Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter
@MidsummerScream.

The Oregon Trail is Out Now

Gameloft, a leader in the development and publishing of games, and HarperCollins Productions, are thrilled to announce that The Oregon Trail™, the multiple award-winning official successor to the global phenomenon, is now available to play on Steam, Microsoft Store, and Nintendo Switch™ for $29.99 USD.

In The Oregon Trail, players are put at the center of all the trials and tribulations of the journey westward. They must stock their wagon, choose their traveling party, and make sure they all arrive safely to Oregon by making tough choices in dangerous and unexpected situations. Players will also learn the real history behind the trail, including the Native American experience, which is a first in the franchise.

The release of The Oregon Trail on PC and Nintendo Switch is a faithful adaptation of the Apple Arcade version and has been created with the support of Gameloft Lviv. It includes all five previous content updates, and the latest new features include more accessibility options, events, and visual filters to see the game in a whole new way!

Learn more about The Oregon Trail here.

Download The Oregon Trail on the Nintendo eShop here.

Download The Oregon Trail on Microsoft Store here and on Steam here.

Razer Announces Wolverine V2 Pro for PC and PlayStation 5 Platforms

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Wolverine V2 Pro, a feature-packed wireless Pro Gaming Controller for PS5™ Consoles* and PC. Featuring Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless, Razer™ Mecha-Tactile Action Buttons, Razer™ HyperTrigger, an 8-Way Microswitch D-Pad, 6 Remappable Buttons and more, the new Razer Wolverine V2 Pro offers ultimate performance and control.

“The Razer Wolverine V2 Pro brings a whole new level of speed and consistency to competitive gaming,” said Richard Hashim, Head of Mobile & Console Division, “It offers everything passionate console and PC gamers need to be on top of their game.”

Complete Control

The Razer Wolverine V2 Pro is designed for optimal speed and control. The next-gen wireless pro controller is geared with Razer™ Mecha-Tactile Action Buttons with only 0.65mm actuation distance, 30% less than that of the average membrane controller, for quicker button presses and improved tactility to feel every input.

For articulate and precise control in fighting games, the 8-Way Microswitch D-Pad enables gamers to feel and hear every single directional press of the microswitches and allows for accurate and intentional moves when doing intricate combos.

Upgraded with Razer™ HyperTrigger technology, the Wolverine V2 Pro back triggers are perfectly geared for racing and FPS enthusiasts. With HyperTrigger, gamers can switch from measured full-range pulls for acceleration in racing games to lightning-quick clicks for quickfire execution that feel like the actuation in Razer’s acclaimed gaming mice.

Complete Customizability

With 6 Remappable Buttons and Interchangeable thumbsticks, the Razer Wolverine V2 Pro also offers many customized layouts to suit every playstyle: Gamers can map its 4 extra triggers and 2 custom bumpers to their preferred commands, and further tailor the controller with 2 additional thumbstick caps for either more speed or precision.

For the extra pinch of personalization, the controller is powered by Razer Chroma™ RGB, offering over 16.8 million colors and a suite of effects via the Razer™ Controller app for iOS and Android.

Complete Connectivity

To further meet the demands of competitive gaming, the Razer Wolverine V2 Pro is equipped with Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless. Delivering an ultra-fast 2.4GHz wireless connection via its included USB Type A dongle, the controller ensures seamless, low-latency performance on PS5™ consoles and PC.

* The Razer Wolverine V2 Pro is developed under the official licensing program for PlayStation™, and will work with PlayStation™5 subject to Sony Interactive Entertainment’s final product approval. PC compatibility not tested nor endorsed by Sony Interactive Entertainment.

ABOUT THE RAZER WOLVERINE V2 PRO

  • Razer™ Mecha-Tactile Action Buttons
  • 8-Way Microswitch D-Pad
  • 6 Remappable Multi-Function Buttons
  • Razer™ HyperTrigger
  • 3.5mm analog audio port compatible with PS5™ consoles and PC (Windows)
  • 2 additional thumbstick caps (tall concave, short convex)
  • Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless 2.4GHz USB Type A dongle
  • 9.8 ft/ 3 m wired USB Type C to USB Type A cable
  • Approximate Size: 105.75mm / 4.16” (L) x 167.5 / 6.59” (W) x 65.2 / 2.56” (H)
  • Approximate Weight: 279 g / 0.61 lbs

System Requirement

  • PS5™ console or PC (Windows)
  • Internet connection for Razer™ Controller app on iOS and Android

Package includes

  • Razer Wolverine V2 Pro wireless pro gaming controller
  • Razer™ HyperSpeed Wireless 2.4GHz USB Type A dongle
  • 9.8 ft/ 3 m wired USB Type C to USB Type A cable
  • 2 additional thumbstick caps (tall concave, short convex)
  • Important Product Information Guide

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

$249.99 USD / 299.99€ MSRP

Pre-Orders available at GameStop US & EU / Razer.com / RazerStores – November 9, 2022

For more information, please visit here.

The Game Awards 2022 Nominations Set for November 14

Nominations for The Game Awards 2022, the video game industry’s annual year-end celebration, will be announced on Monday, November 14 at 9 am PT via The Game Awards’ official YouTube, Twitch, and Twitter channels. Following the nomination special, fans will be able to help choose the winners in all categories via authenticated online voting on www.thegameawards.com, and for the first time ever, they can cast their votes using the official TGA Voting Bot on Discord.

The Game Awards will return as a live, in-person ceremony at the Microsoft Theater on Thursday, December 8, 2022. The Game Awards 2022, the 9th annual global celebration of the video game industry, will livestream for free across more than 40 different digital video platforms including YouTube, Twitch, Twitter, Facebook, Steam, TikTok Live, and for the first time ever, Instagram Live. Last year’s show delivered a record-setting 85 million global livestreams, making The Game Awards one of the Internet’s largest livestream events.

The Game Awards 2022 will bring together the biggest names in gaming and popular culture for a spectacular celebration of video game culture with awards, first-look world premieres and new game announcements, plus musical performances, including The Game Awards Orchestra live on stage at Microsoft Theater, conducted by Lorne Balfe. As in past years, The Game Awards will deliver an immersive digital experience for fans around the world, including free playable game content and interactive extensions on leading streaming platforms, including full support for co-streaming.

The Game Awards is executive produced by Geoff Keighley and Kimmie Kim. LeRoy Bennett is creative director, and Richard Preuss is director.

Tickets to attend The Game Awards can be purchased here on AXS.com. IMAX is also partnering with the show to create The Game Awards: The IMAX Live Experience, a LIVE community event in cities around the U.S. and Canada to experience The Game Awards.

For more information and to stay up to date on the latest announcements for The Game Awards, please visit: www.thegameawards.com

Corsair Unveils Two New M.2 Solid State Drives

CORSAIR® (NASDAQ: CRSR), a world leader in enthusiast components for gamers, creators, and PC builders, today announced two new additions to its lineup of M.2 Solid State Drives, MP600 GS and MP600 PRO NH. MP600 GS brings a competitive new level of performance to the CORSAIR PCIe 4.0 M.2 lineup at a great price, delivering a capable read speed of up to 4,800MB/sec. MP600 PRO NH offers a new variant of the celebrated MP600 PRO, now with near universal compatibility thanks to the low-profile form factor, at blistering speeds of up to 7,000MB/sec. Whether it’s the great value performance of MP600 GS, or the wide compatibility and high speeds of MP600 PRO NH, CORSAIR SSDs give PC enthusiasts more choice and performance whether building a new PC or planning their next upgrade.

MP600 GS strikes a new compelling balance between performance and endurance for users looking to upgrade an existing PC or laptop, or for new builds. Using high-density 3D TLC NAND, MP600 GS offers 1200TB/Write endurance and data speeds that far surpass those of traditional SATA SSDs all in an industry standard M.2 2280 form factor. With a slim form factor, MP600 GS has wide compatibility across motherboards and laptops and is able to give even an older system an immediate M.2 SSD upgrade. Available in 500GB,1TB and 2TB capacities, MP600 GS is the ideal entry point to Gen4 M.2 SSD performance.

MP600 PRO NH combines the multi-award winning performance of the CORSAIR MP600 PRO with a new, low-profile package, allowing easy installation in motherboards, laptops, or game consoles. Extreme performance high-density 3D TLC NAND enables 7,000MB/sec sequential read and 6,500MB/sec sequential write speeds**, boosting the speed of everything you do with your PC, whether it’s initial system boot, game loads, or accessing large files such as 4K video or uncompressed images. Available in a wide range of capacities from 500GB to 8TB and able to be mounted almost anywhere an M.2 2280 SSD can fit, MP600 PRO NH brings blazing fast PCIe Gen4 M.2 SSD speeds to wherever enthusiasts need.

*Stated and usable capacities differ – 4TB = 3.64TB usable, 2TB = 1.82TB usable, 1TB = 0.91TB usable and 500GB = 465GB usable.

**MP600 PRO NH 4TB

**Performance and endurance vary by capacity.

Availability, Warranty, and Pricing

The CORSAIR MP600 GS and MP600 PRO NH Gen4 PCIe x4 NVMe M.2 SSDs are available immediately from the CORSAIR webstore and the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors.

The MP600 GS is backed by a five-year warranty, alongside the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.

The MP600 PRO NH is backed by a five-year warranty, alongside the CORSAIR worldwide customer service and technical support network.

For up-to-date pricing of these new SSDs, please refer to the CORSAIR website or contact your local CORSAIR sales or PR representative.

Web Pages

To learn more about the CORSAIR MP600 GS Gen4 PCIe x4 NVMe M.2 SSD, please visit:

https://www.corsair.com/p/CSSD-F1000GBMP600GS

To learn more about the CORSAIR MP600 PRO NH Gen4 PCIe x4 NVMe M.2 SSD, please visit:

https://www.corsair.com/p/CSSD-F0500GBMP600PNH

 

Dying Light 2 Stay Human Bloody Ties DLC Out Now

Bloody Ties, the first story-driven DLC for Dying Light 2 Stay Human, is out now for PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.

In this DLC, priced USD $9.99 (varies by region and platform), players will be able to visit the Carnage Hall, an old opera house turned fighting arena. The encounters will pose a stiff challenge suitable for the most seasoned Pilgrims. However, this DLC is not only about a bloodsport tournament. Underneath the action-packed combat lies a deep narrative about power and revenge.

The dangerous show must go on

Carnage Hall is home to all manner of conflicts. Jump from relatively small brawls straight into Spectacles—the biggest fighting performances imaginable. Clash with the Infected and other contenders while performing various tasks to rile up the crowd and properly tell a mid-fight story, like a very bloody stage play. One such story might even take you back to the days of the crisis in Harran, circa the original Dying Light.

Actors of destruction

On your journey, you will meet a wide cast of characters with rich personalities and complicated relationships that drive everything around them. Discover the stories of people such as Astrid (Carnage Hall’s showrunner), Ciro (a young, enthusiastic fighter), and Skullface (the arena’s brutal champion).

Powerful loot

Flashy weapons and equipment aren’t only a means of survival—they’re also an important symbol of status. You’ll need some serious gear to impress the crowd, such as the magnificent Carnage Manica, a special shield capable of withstanding even the heaviest blows.

Fierce foes

Face a horde of new enemy types, like the wild Gorilla Demolisher, the dangerous Cataclysm, and the Molotov-throwing Grenadier. All of them, plus Infected and other fighters, will try to block your way to victory.

Music for carnage

Taste the carnage with the Bloody Ties’ launch trailer, featuring a cover of “Born To Be Wild” made in collaboration with Massive Music.

To help us create unforgettable experiences for all Dying Light 2 Stay Human players, we invite you to join the conversation on DiscordFacebookTwitter, Instagram, and YouTube—we’ll be waiting!

For more information about Dying Light 2 Stay Human and Techland, head to www.dyinglight2.com

PGA TOUR 2K23 Adding Top of the Rock Golf Course and Dude Perfect Apparel

2K and HB Studios continue to roll out bonus content for PGA TOUR 2K23 with the new additions of Top of the Rock Golf Course, and Dude Perfect and Hugo Boss apparel.* PGA TOUR 2K23 – called “The best simulation golf game ever made,” by GameSpot – will continue to grow and introduce new content, playable characters, courses, gear and more in the months to come.**

Top of the Rock Golf Course in Ridgedale, MO, is the first-ever par-3 course to be included in a professional championship. Settled high above Table Rock Lake, players can revel in the celebration of nature around them with peaceful waterfalls, wandering creeks, ponds, and pristine lakes. This playable course will be free to all PGA TOUR 2K23 players starting today.

The PGA TOUR 2K23 community will also be able to deck out their MyPLAYERs in apparel from Dude Perfect, the comedy and sports entertainment team with over 58 million subscribers on YouTube. Dude Perfect-branded hats, a polo, and a hoodie are available today as in-game MyPLAYER apparel.

In addition, Hugo Boss apparel will be available on Friday, November 11, to add an extra layer of swag to MyPLAYERS.

Members of the Dude Perfect team will be available as playable characters in PGA TOUR 2K23 in the future. Stay tuned for more information.

PGA TOUR 2K23 Deluxe Edition, Tiger Woods Edition and Standard Edition are available now for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation®5 (PS5™), PlayStation®4 (PS4™) and Steam.

​​For more information on PGA TOUR 2K23 and 2K, visit https://pgatour.2k.com/2k23/, become a fan on Facebook, subscribe on YouTube, follow the game on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok, and use the hashtag #PGATOUR2K23.

* PGA TOUR 2K23 required to access content. Terms Apply. Some cosmetic items and consumables may require unlocking with virtual currency (earned or paid) or via gameplay.

**Online Account (13+) required to access online features. See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for additional details.

HB Studios is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

Firefighting Simulator – The Squad Console Trailer

astragon Entertainment and developer Chronos Unterhaltungssoftware are pleased to announce Firefighting Simulator – The Squad for console. On December 06, 2022, the fight against fire starts alone or in multiplayer with up to 4 players now on PlayStation®4, Playstation®5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. The successful simulation game is available for pre-order in the respective stores now.

In Firefighting Simulator –The Squad, players take on the battle against the flames alone or in multiplayer with up to 3 other virtual firefighters. In more than 30 varied missions, players must fight against different fires. The game is already available for PC on Steam, where it enjoys positive reviews from gamers, content creators and the press.

Firefighting Simulator – The Squad will be released on December 06, 2022 for PlayStation®4, Playstation®5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S and costs EUR 29.99/USD 29.99/GBP 24.99. Digitally, the game is available for pre-order starting today. A boxed version will be released in stores early next year.

About Firefighting Simulator – The Squad
In exciting missions, the team members will proceed to action with authentic firefighter equipment and a selection of 5 officially licensed firefighting vehicles by Rosenbauer America – such as the TP3 Pumper® and the T-Rex® Articulating Platform – to extinguish fires and save people from the flames. While single players take control of their AI-controlled colleagues with the help of the intuitive command interface in order to give them instructions on how to proceed, in cooperative multiplayer mode up to four players can take action together as a team to prove their team spirit and skills in the field of firefighting. Thanks to the advanced fire simulation – including water, smoke, heat, backdrafts, flashovers, grease fires as well as a number of other causes of fire such as electronics, chemicals and explosions – the firefighter team will have to face hard to calculate fire situations and dangers. Next to this, players can look forward to a complex physics system for the representation of destruction within dynamically spreading fire situations.

Features:

  • Multiplayer with up to 4 players
  • Authentic firefighter equipment by well-known manufacturers – e.g. Cairns®, MSA G1® SCBA, Leatherhead Tools® and HAIX®.
  • Officially licensed firefighting vehicles by Rosenbauer America
  • Comprehensive training which introduces players to the basics
  • Advanced fire simulation & physics system
  • PlayStation®5 version offers advanced DualSense™ Features, such as dynamic adaptive triggers or haptic feedback

Warhammer 40K: Inquisitor Season of Judgement Launch Trailer

NeocoreGames announced today that the Sororitas Class DLC is releasing 28 November on PC (Steam). This DLC adds as a new playable class – an Inquisitor with an Adepta Sororitas background – also known as the Sisters of Battle – to Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor – Martyr.

The Sororitas Class DLC adds the following to Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor – Martyr:
A new playable class: An Inquisitor with an Adepta Sororitas (Sisters of Battle) background
New game mechanics: Embodied Saint form, Acts of Faith empowerments
New items and item types: Flamers, Blessed Blades, Power Mauls, Power Halberds and more
New passive skills
New perks
New enchants
And more…

Originally released in 2018, Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor – Martyr is the very first action-RPG set in the Warhammer 40,000 universe, featuring multiple classes of the Inquisition, who carry out the Emperor’s will. Warhammer 40,000: Inquisitor – Martyr is currently available on PC (Steam), PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One and Xbox Series S/X. The Sororitas Class DLC is coming to consoles at a later date.

Read about Season 5 and the latest changes in the updated COMPENDIUM