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Six Flags Great Adventure Kicks Off Six Flags Summer Vibes Festival

Six Flags Great Adventure, The World’s Ultimate Thrill Park, kicks off its new Six Flags Summer Vibes Festival presented by M&M’S.  Sun-kissed dreams come to life as guests drench themselves in a kaleidoscope of color. The event, which runs daily through Aug. 14, offers mouth-watering treats, beat-the-heat beverages, bold, eye-popping spectacles, photo moments, live entertainment and colorful curiosities to immerse guests in the reverie of summer. The event is included with admission to the theme park’s world-class lineup of thrill rides.

Six Flags Summer Vibes Festival includes:

  • Six zones to explore, each with its own specialty offerings of food and fun:

o   Under the Sun, with its colorful umbrella canopy;

o   Whirly Way, showcasing a massive pinwheel tunnel;

o   Splash of Color, offering a colorful palette and drumming painters;

o   Forgotten Garden, transforming ride relics and park memorabilia into beautiful, new planters;

o   Wacky Wavy Way, featuring air dancers and the M&M’S® DJ booth; and

o   Summer St., the cool-down zone featuring the sights of summer in the city, including a spraying fire truck.

  • Two additional experiences for more summer fun:

o   Skull Mountain Six Remix: This indoor, in-the-dark coaster receives a Summer Vibes makeover. Guests can climb aboard as the digital DJ selects one of six unique programs that pump party music and synchronized lights during the coaster adventure; and

o   Showcase Vibes: Guests can enter the theater for a unique and interactive experience with lights, sound and fun photo opportunities.

  • Exclusive, limited-time dining and beverage offerings that reflect the vibe of each zone, including:

o   Heat Wave Hot Honey Shrimp & Chips;

o   Korean BBQ Pulled Pork Loaded Chips;

o   Fruity Cereal Funnel Cake;

o   Very Berry Cotton Candy Crazy Shake;

o   Summer Vibes Sangria; and

o   Berry Good Lemonade Fizz.

  • Entertainment that brings each zone to life including:

o   M&M’S® DJ booth with performances by air dancers to bring to the life the incredible power music has to bring people together, as part of M&M’S mission to create a world where everyone feels they belong;

o   Stick(y) Paint percussion and paint artists;

o   Sun-sational street acrobats;

o   Jump rope brigade; and

o   Summer Vibes street dance troupe.

  • #SixFlagsSummerVibes

Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance 2 Launch Trailer

Interplay Entertainment (IPLY) and Wizards of the Coast have officially released the remastered Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance 2 across all platforms.

After the huge success of Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance’s re-release, the remastered sequel (supporting up to 4K native resolutions) has launched on Steam and Steamdeck, all Xbox and PlayStation systems as well as Nintendo Switch for $29.99 / £29.99.

Based in and around the city of Baldur’s Gate itself, the game features 5 playable characters and classes and spans dozens of locations. Featuring the ability to create custom weapons and armor, players can improve items by using runestones and gems while playing through the game’s four difficulty levels; “Easy”, “Normal”, “Hard” and “Extreme”.

Whether choosing the barbarian, monk, necromancer, rogue or cleric, players will have to actively fight through hordes of monsters ranging from Hobgoblins, Ghouls, Golems and dreaded Dragons while dodging attacks and evading deadly traps.

All versions of Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance 2 support local co-op play, while the Steam version will support Remote Play for a long-distance co-op experience. Fully verified on Steamdeck, now’s the perfect time to grab an ally or brave Baldur’s Gate on the move and play the sequel that defined a generation.

Baldur’s Gate: Dark Alliance 2 ​ is available now on Steam, Epic and GOG, as well as the Microsoft, Nintendo, PlayStation stores for $29.99 / £29.99.

Key Features:

  • Hack your way or cast powerful spells through over 80 perilous levels
  • Hidden areas, secret characters, and hundreds of items to discover, customize, and use
  • Forge unique magical weapons and armor to maximize the damage you inflict in battle
  • Conquer hordes of beasts and armies of Hobgoblins, Ghouls, Golems and dreaded Dragons
  • Compelling single or two-player cooperative modes of play
  • Four difficulty levels to challenge even the hardiest adventurer; “Easy”, “Normal”, “Hard” and “Extreme”.
  • Fully voice-acted by an all-star cast and two secret characters; Drizzt Do’Urden and Artemis Entreri.
  • Verified Steamdeck certification.
  • Local co-op support!
  • Fully voice-acted by an all-star cast

eSports WRC World Final presented by AGON by AOC Announced

NACON, KT Racing Studio, WRC Promoter and EKO Acropolis Rally Greece are very pleased to announce the eSports WRC World Final presented by AGON by AOC that will take place in Greece on September 7 & 8, 2022. The best players will compete on WRC 10, the official game of the FIA World Rally Championship.

For the second consecutive year, the final will take place during the Acropolis Rally. The 8 finalists will compete in the heart of the Olympic complex, at the end of the regular season, which will end on August 15th. Among them, Sami-Joe Abi Nakhle (Lebanon – World Champ 2020) who has already won 7 out of 11 rounds and possibly Lohan “Nexl” Blanc (France – Triple World Champ 2017, 2019, 2021), who is competing to retain his title. The event will also host Race Clutch and other drivers from the reigning World Champion team.

Partners AGON by AOC, Playseat, Fanatec and FlexIT will also be present for this 7th consecutive season, organised by NACON, KT Racing, WRC Promoter and EKO Acropolis Rally Greece.

You can find the current general ranking via the following link: https://www.wrc.com/en/more/gaming/standings/

WRC 10 is already available on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Steam PC and Nintendo Switch™.

WRC Generations will be available from 13 October on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC and later on Nintendo Switch™.

Hasbro Unveils Nerf Pro Gelfire Mythic Full Auto Blaster

Hasbro, Inc., a global play and entertainment company, today unveiled an all-new NERF product innovation ahead of San Diego Comic-Con International with the NERF PRO GELFIRE MYTHIC FULL AUTO BLASTER, which is available to pre-order starting July 19 at 10:00 a.m. PT / 1:00 p.m. ET at Hasbro Pulse, Walmart, Target and Amazon. The blaster fires hydrated super absorbent polymer rounds, using patented technology exclusive to NERF. With a suggested retail price of $79.99 and for ages 14 years & up, the product is expected to be on shelves by November 1, 2022.

Included with 10,000 dehydrated NERF PRO GELFIRE soft super absorbent polymer projectiles, the NERF PRO GELFIRE MYTHIC blaster features a feed hopper that holds 800-hydrated rounds. Add water to hydrate the rounds and release them at a high velocity, allowing the rounds to burst on impact when they hit a target, no pickup needed.

“As an exclusive to NERF, the patented innovations in the NERF PRO GELFIRE MYTHIC blaster pave the way for a new NERF blaster category, further cementing NERF as a leading social, active play lifestyle brand,” said Adam Kleinman, SVP & GM, NERF, Hasbro. “We have such a wide variety of NERF products available for fans of all ages, and the NERF Pro GelFire Mythic blaster is the perfect addition for fans desiring high-energy, action-packed NERF experiences. Outdoor play and competitive sports fans are going to love the new NERF Pro GelFire Mythic Blaster.”

The Nerf Pro GelFire Mythic blaster has full-auto and semi-auto modes and includes a removable barrel, extendable stock, protective eyewear, rechargeable battery, and a universal USB-A to USB-C charging cable. (*Requires USB-A wall charger, not included.) Select full auto or semi auto mode and release up to 10 rounds per second for extreme rate of release bringing more fun to your outdoor games.

For more updates on the NERF Pro GelFire Mythic blaster and other NERF news, follow the official brand social channels on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. You can also follow the new NERF mascot, Murph, on Twitter. #FuelYourFire

Knott’s Scary Farm Announces Returning Mazes for 2022

Knott’s Scary Farm has unveiled its returning maze lineup for the 2022 Halloween haunt season! Check out this new promo trailer just released this morning.

Returning this year are:

💀 Pumpkin Eater
💀 Origins: The Curse of Calico
💀 Dark Ride
💀 Dark Entities
💀 Mesmer: Sideshow of the Mind
💀 The Depths
💀 Wax Works

Knott’s Scary Farm returns on select nights September 22 – October 31. Tickets on sale Aug. 15. #ScaryFarm #seeyouinthefog

Stray Official Launch Trailer

The cat adventure game Stray, published by Annapurna Interactive and developed by BlueTwelve Studio, launched today for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and PC via Steam. PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members will also be able to play the game starting today.

To celebrate the game’s release, fans can pre-order the limited edition Stray Travel Cat backpack and harness collection, and RSVP to attend a virtual Travel Cat event on Thursday, July 21 for outdoor exploration training tips from expert co-hosts. To RSVP and for product details, please visit travelcatshop.com/stray.

Starting on Friday, July 22 until Sunday, July 24, Annapurna Interactive is hosting a free pop-up event at the New York City-based cat café Meow Parlour in collaboration with Boba Guys for a weekend of celebration, drinks and adoptable felines. In 20 minute slots, attendees can sip on bubble tea, play Stray on one of the console stations and enjoy the company of charming cat companions.

Players looking to get their paws on the ultra deluxe Exclusive Edition of Stray (PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4), can pre-order exclusively at iam8bit.com with shipping beginning in Q4 2022, while pre-orders for the retail edition (PlayStation 5) go live at retailers worldwide starting today and will ship on Sept. 20, 2022. Fans can also pre-order the Stray retail edition for PlayStation 5 starting at $39.99 USD which includes six full-color art cards along with a physical copy of the game. The retail edition will ship on Sept. 20, 2022.

To accompany the physical editions, BlueTwelve Studio, Annapurna Interactive, iam8bit and Skybound Games will be releasing a sleek and stylish vinyl soundtrack featuring the Stray soundtrack by composer Yann Van Der Cruyssen. The 2xLP on 180g audiophile black vinyl features futuristic packaging showcasing the atmospheric album art from Fernando Correa, completed with an elegant slipcase highlighted by foil embellishments. The purchase of the Stray vinyl soundtrack for $41.99 USD will also include a code to download a digital version of the album as well and will be shipping Q1 2023.

In Stray, players take the role of a stray cat who must untangle an ancient mystery to escape a long-forgotten cybercity amidst the detailed neon-lit alleys and the murky environments of its seedy underbelly. Along the way, the cat befriends a small flying drone, known only as B-12. With the help of this newfound companion, the duo must find a way out.

For all the latest updates on the game, follow Annapurna Interactive and BlueTwelve Studio on Twitter.

Marvel Comics Announces Crypt of Shadows Horror One-Shot for Halloween

This October, join Marvel Comics and some of your favorite heroes for tales of fangs, claws and silent, stalking swamp creatures to celebrate All Hallows’ Eve in CRYPT OF SHADOWS #1! Paying homage to the original 1970s CRYPT OF SHADOWS anthology series, this giant-sized one-shot will feature a collection of stories that showcase just how creepy the Marvel Universe can be! Fans can expect supernatural adventures starring Moon Knight, Wolverine, Elsa Bloodstone, Man-Thing, and Werewolf by Night, plus the return of Bloodline, the daughter of Blade who made her first appearance earlier this year in FREE COMIC BOOK DAY: AVENGERS/X-MEN #1! Bringing the horror will be an incredible lineup of talent including former Marvel editor Chris Cooper, known for his groundbreaking work on the original DARKHOLD series, with a story featuring Morbius and the star of Cooper’s DARKHOLD saga, Victoria Montesi. Joining him with spine-chilling tales of their own will be creators Al Ewing, Danny Lore, Rebecca Roanhorse, Adam Warren, Chris Condon, Karen S. Darboe, Geoff Shaw, Ibrahim Moustafa, and more!

The heroes of the Marvel Universe spend most of their time in the bright sun, flying high above it all…but every once in a while, they venture into the darkness that lurks in the hidden corners of the world. There lurk the creatures, the monsters, the vampires…the ones who prey on innocence and goodness… Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more information about CRYPT OF SHADOWS including story details and creative team announcements. In the meantime, check out the main cover by Leinil Francis Yu and prepare yourself for the most terrifying comic book of the year when CRYPT OF SHADOWS #1 arrives in October! For more information, visit Marvel.com.

Spirit Halloween Unveils New Animatronics for 2022

With the 2022 Halloween season creeping upon us, Spirit Halloween, the leading authority on all things Halloween, today is unveiling the first new additions to its 2022 lineup of industry-leading animatronics. Spirit Halloween’s animatronics are first-in-class, bone-chilling creations that feature IR sensor-activated movement and sounds that bring the horror of the Halloween season to life.

These new additions to the highly anticipated 2022 lineup include five show-stopping animatronics available at spirithalloween.com starting today, Wednesday, July 20 at 12 p.m. ET.

These creations are the first of the new additions announced of the 2022 collection, which will join Spirit Halloween’s beloved existing animatronics lineup. Fans can catch Spirit’s new and returning animatronics in all their gory glory on display and can shop the full lineup at Spirit Halloween store locations nationwide this fall and can keep an eye open for new animatronic releases over the next several weeks.

Bog Zombie Animatronic

6 Feet, $249.99

From the deep dark swamps of the bayou comes the decaying Bog Zombie animatronic to feast on the flesh of those who dare cross his path. Just his stench and rotting skin alone is enough to make anyone squeal. This IR sensor-activated animatronic stands at six feet tall with a menacing set of yellow LED light-up eyes and a moving mouth that spews several bone-chilling zombie moans and groans. Be careful not to get snatched when his torso comes to life and he tries to grab you with his set of swaying arms.

Lord Raven Animatronic

6 Feet, $299.99

At six-feet-tall, the Lord Raven animatronic will tower over guests in your home. Watch as it lifts its arms and lowers its head to gather a closer look at its next victim. With light-up LED red eyes and tormenting voice lines, Lord Raven will spook you to your core!

In addition to their signature evil laughter, Lord Raven will lure onlookers with a number of terrifying sayings, including: “I knew you would be here soon; you could say I have eyes all over, hahaha. *caw caw* Remember, wherever you run, my crows and I will find youuu!”

Lucky Bottoms Animatronic

2.6 Feet, $169.99

Feeling lucky? You will be once you put the terrifying Lucky Bottoms animatronic in your home! While on display, Lucky is sure to intimidate guests with his cackling evil laughter and wicked circular motions (IR sensor activated). Sitting at 2.6 feet tall, watch as guests shriek in fear at the unexpected sight of the legless clown Lucky and see how he revels in the joy of it all with evil laughter and circus music filling the air.

Bag O’ Bones Animatronic

3 Feet, $149.99

You’ll have no problem harvesting some screams with the Bag O’ Bones animatronic on display. Sitting at three feet tall, this bag of bones from Spirit Acres Farm is ready to send chills down any unsuspecting guest’s spine when he pops up out of the bag. You’ll be jumping in fear as you watch the bag glow with green LED lights as he comes to life (via IR sensor) and makes his escape, complete with startling screams sound effects.

Monty Animatronic

6 Feet, $299.99

It’s all fun and games until your favorite toy turns into a six-foot terror with cymbals, a lust for killing, and the eyes of a demon. After years and years of being forced to appease children, Monty is ready for a new gig. Make the Monty animatronic a part of your terrifying display and your guests will go bananas! What used to be a child’s plaything is now the fuel of nightmares thanks to the sounds of his piercing monkey screeches and clanging cymbals. Standing at six feet tall, the light-up yellow LED eyes and moving mouth really bring this toy to life, just not like you thought it would!

Way of the Hunter Official Gameplay Trailer

As you open the door of your cabin, a beautiful landscape stretches out before you. You can feel the light breeze on your skin, hear the rustling of the leaves, and smell the tree resin. The sun rays are warm, and the chirping of birds echoes around you – it’s the perfect day to head out for a hunt. This brand-new gameplay trailer of Way of the Hunter shows-off all kinds of wildlife in picturesque open-world environments for hunting pros and casual observers to explore as they track, stalk and finally face their prey.

Way of the Hunter is coming to PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 16, 2022.

Take an early shot for once: Pre-Order is open

Digital pre-order for Way of the Hunter is available now and lets you choose between two versions. The Standard Edition goes for an SRP of $ 39.99 / € 39.99 / £ 34.99 on PC and consoles and the Elite Edition is also available for pre-order at an SRP of $ 54.99 / € 54.99 / £ 44.99. The early hunter catches the discount: If you pre-order the Elite Edition before August 16th, you’ll get a 10% discount.

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Call of the Wild: The Angler Release Date Trailer

Create your own path through the great outdoors in Call of the Wild: The Angler™, the new, genre-defying, open-world fishing game coming Aug. 31, 2022, to PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store for $29.99 / €29,99. Find your perfect fishing spot on your own or with friends in this immersive, engaging experience from the studio that brought you the hit hunting game theHunter: Call of the Wild™.

Discover a vast and varied open world for up to 12 players in The Angler’s launch map, Golden Ridge Reserve. Inspired by the natural beauty and wonder of northwest Wyoming, this serene paradise is a joy to explore by off-road vehicle, boat, or on foot. Whether you reel in that elusive catch, chase “the one that got away,” or just get lost off the beaten path, every trip will have you coming back for more.

Key Features:

  • Explore an Atmospheric Open World: Dive into a vast, living world with breathtaking fishing spots at your own leisure. Venture along winding rivers, soaring peaks, hidden springs, and epic hiking trails inspired by real-life locations by foot, boat, or off-road vehicles.
  • Feel the Genuine Thrill of Freshwater Fishing: Battle fierce Largemouth Bass, Mountain Whitefish and more in an engaging, accessible fishing experience for all. Each species has its own unique behavior, and you’ll have to carefully counter their movements to reel them in.
  • Become a Master Angler: Learn expert techniques and adapt your strategy to land the most challenging catches. Build out your collection of gear with a wide range of rods, fully customizable with a growing selection of reels, lines, floats, hooks, lures, and bait.
  • Play Solo or With Friends: Explore scenic locations and land the perfect catch on your own or with friends in online drop-in/drop-out co-op multiplayer for up to 12 players.
  • Enjoy an Evolving Stream of New Content: Call of the Wild: The Angler will continue to deliver memorable new fishing experiences with regular post-launch content updates in close collaboration with the community.