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Razer Unveils BlackWidow V4 Pro Mechanical Gaming Keyboard

2023/02/16

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the new Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro, a full blown battlestation keyboard packed with features for gamers and PC enthusiasts to perfect their gaming set-up. With the new Razer Command Dial, dedicated macro keys, comprehensive Razer Chroma RGB lighting, Razer Mechanical Switches and dedicated media controls, this is the ultimate keyboard for every PC gamer.

This latest iteration in Razer’s award winning BlackWidow line of keyboards has a host of features to suit every gamer. The Command Dial gives advanced controls and shortcuts for desktop apps and in games. In addition, dedicated macro keys allow for complex actions to be executed with one button press during heated gameplay moments. The keyboard also boasts per-key Razer Chroma RGB lighting and a multi-zone RGB underglow lighting. This allows for near limitless customization options and in-game immersion.

“The BlackWidow line has been loved by gamers ever since it was first launched in 2010,” said Barrie Ooi, Head of Razer’s PC Gaming Division. “The BlackWidow V4 Pro features an easily customizable Razer Command Dial and dedicated macro keys, providing users with even more control. The keyboard also features 3-side keyboard underglow and per-key lighting that works seamlessly with the Razer Chroma RGB lighting ecosystem to offer a truly immersive gaming experience.”

Customization and Control

The Command Dial is preset with 8 default modes, from window zooming to browser tab switching. Furthermore, users can program the dial with up to 100 Custom Modes, allowing them to map both clockwise and counter-clockwise action of the dial to their preferred action. For day-to-day use, users can program multiple application shortcuts, such as Photoshop brush size adjustment, timeline jogging, and more. Each mode can be toggled with a simple click of the Command Dial and easily identified by the color-coded backlight of the dial.

There are 5 macro keys placed to the left of the main keyboard layout for easy access. These can be used to activate complex actions, all programmable either through Razer Synapse or with on-the-fly macro recording. Additionally, the keyboard boasts 3 macro keys along its edge, providing a total of 8 conveniently positioned macro keys on the keyboard.

Immersive Razer Chroma RGB

The BlackWidow V4 Pro is designed for all-out immersion through Razer Chroma RGB. The keyboard comes with per-key lighting, shining brightly through the transparent switch housing for a brighter, more vivid RGB effect. This is amplified by equally bright 38-zone underglow lighting, which is extended onto the magnetically attached plush leatherette wrist rest, giving even more RGB immersion to the user.

Through Razer Synapse, users can not only synchronize all their Razer Chroma RGB enabled devices together, but also with other 3rd party Chroma Connect products. For gamers, there are over 200 Chroma-integrated games, where the RGB lighting reacts according to the actions or situations that are happening in-game.

Packed with Extra Features

The keyboard features the latest generation of Razer’s mechanical switches with the option of Green Clicky switches for tactile feedback, or Yellow Linear switches for a smooth and silent action. Both variants of the switches have undergone further testing and are now rated for up to 100-million keystrokes.

Some other notable features include: USB 2.0 passthrough, detachable Type C connections, a durable 5052 aluminum alloy top case, dual-angle kickstands, and up to 8000 Hz polling rate. Lastly, the keyboard includes 2 layers of sound dampening foam internally and factory-lubricated stabilizers for improved typing acoustics.

Boasting an abundance of macro keys, the new Razer Command Dial, and a full coverage RGB lighting, the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro is the ultimate immersive battlestation keyboard.

ABOUT THE BLACKWIDOW V4 PRO

Razer™ Mechanical Switches (Linear/Clicky)
Razer Chroma™ RGB
Razer™ Synapse enabled
5052 Aluminum Alloy Top Case
Doubleshot ABS Keycaps
Razer™ Command Dial
5 dedicated macros keys
3 dedicated macro side keys
Dedicated media roller with 4 dedicated media buttons
USB 2.0 Passthrough
Detachable Type C Cables
Case foam & PCB foam included
Lubricated stabilizers
Magnetic plush leatherette wrist rest
2-side underglow on main chassis with 3-side underglow on wrist-rest
Hybrid on-board storage for up to 5 profiles
Up to 8,000 Hz polling rate

For more information on the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro, please visit here.

For more information on how Razer empowers you to #WinItYourWay, please see here.

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

$229.99 USD / 269.99€ MSRP

Razer.com, RazerStores & Authorized Resellers – February 16th, 2023

Cities: Skylines – Remastered Official Launch Trailer

2023/02/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Xbox Series X News

Paradox Interactive today launched Cities: Skylines – Remastered, an enhanced and specially optimized edition of Cities Skylines for PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. Cities: Skylines – Remastered is available now for a suggested retail price of 39.99 USD / 34.99 GBP / 39.99 EUR.

All players who own Cities: Skylines PlayStation®4 or Xbox One edition can also download the Remastered edition for free on their respective consoles as well as the Remastered DLCs up until the Airports expansion (more will be released in the coming months). In addition, players who purchase the Remastered edition on current-gen consoles, are able to download the PlayStation®4 or Xbox One editions.

Cities: Skylines – Remastered takes the robust city-simulation game to a higher level and leverages the power of current-generation consoles. With the addition of buildable tiles, a map editor, and more, plus improved graphical performances, this remastered version for PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S is the biggest and best Cities: Skylines console experience to date.Cities: Skylines – Remastered upgrades include:

25 buildable tiles – that’s 16 additional tiles from Cities: Skylines on Xbox One and PlayStation®4!
Quick selection tool
UX Improvements, such as precision placements, distance indicator and updated snapping options
New environmental controls panel allowing players to adjust time of day, rain, fog, and environment coloring
Map editor
An overall graphic performance increase

Cities: Skylines Main Features
Build the city of your dreams: plan road networks, bus lines and parks. Bring on a smog-filled industrial revolution or create a quiet beach town ideal for tourists powered by renewable energy. Bring education, healthcare and safety to your citizens. Build it your way!

Multi-tiered and challenging simulation
Playing as the mayor of your city, you’ll be faced with balancing essential requirements such as education, water electricity, police, firefighting, healthcare and much more, along with your city’s economy. Citizens within your city react fluidly, keeping you on your toes with ever-evolving demands.

Extensive local traffic simulation
Managing traffic and the needs of your citizens to work and play will require the use of several interactive transport systems – use careful road planning alongside buses, trains, subways, and much more.

Districts and policies
Be more than just another city hall official! Create a car-free downtown area, assign free public transport to your waterfront, or ban pets in suburbia. Designate parts of your city as a district in order to set policy at the local level, and give different parts of town their own personalities.

After Dark expansion included
Watch your city become an entirely different place at night: a day-night cycle will have your citizens seeking out places to unwind after work. Add in new policies and zones to create popular hotspots and provide enough taxis and trains to get to and from the clubs!

Dead by Daylight Tools Of Torment Official Trailer Released

2023/02/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Dead by Daylight’s 27th Chapter Tools Of Torment returns to modern times, introducing some twisted new tech to The Entity’s Realm. Players can step into the tactical boots of The Skull Merchant, a brutal new Killer, or test the bond between Thalita and Renato Lyra, siblings fighting for their lives in The Fog. Tools Of Torment also brings an update to the Shelter Woods Map which will now include The Skull Merchant’s Hunting Camp.

Modern Slasher, Modern Tools

The Skull Merchant, known within the business world as Adriana Imai, is Dead by Daylight’s first original modern female slasher. A wealthy high-powered tech executive, she splits her life between aggressively buying and absorbing smaller companies as her public persona, and quenching her bloodlust in the guise of her alter ego. For The Skull Merchant, the thrill is truly in the hunt. With designs on becoming an apex hunter in a world of prey, she dedicates her ample resources towards the search for worthy adversaries to pit herself against.

The Skull Merchant’s Power is Eyes in the Sky. Another Dead by Daylight milestone, Eyes in the Sky puts modern tech in a Killer’s hands for the first time, allowing her to position 4 Drones to surveil Survivors. While The Skull Merchant certainly has the means of purchasing the best of the best, she seeks to connect with every kill by building these Drones herself. Each Drone is crafted around the skull of a former victim, combining bone and tech to achieve a grisly handmade quality. Survivors will need to strategize on ways to avoid and disable these hovering horrors before their maker is alerted…

Blood Bonds

Hailing from Brazil, the sister and brother duo of Thalita and Renato Lyra are the first Survivor siblings to be pulled into The Fog together. A direct contrast of values from the brutal single-mindedness of The Skull Merchant, Thalita and Renato served as beacons of light within their community, using their kite-flying business to mentor children from the area. Positive, creative, and caring, working as a team is second nature to the siblings, making them ideal additions to any group of Survivors.

These qualities are best reflected in the unique Teamwork Perks, which benefit those who choose to work together.

Deadly Luxury

The Skull Merchant has set up her Hunting Camp in the existing Map of MacMillan Estate’s Shelter Woods. Formed from multiple connected shipping containers dropped into an area, The Hunting Camp is a true representation of both sides of Adriana Imai’s twisted world. The upper container is the Killer’s executive suite: clean, luxurious, and equipped with only premium commodities. Beneath it lies the Grim Workshop. Bathed in oil and blood, this is where The Skull Merchant tinkers to build her tools… and where she also houses many of her gruesome trophies.

Tools Of Torment is available on March 7, 2023, on Steam, PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Epic Games Store, Windows Store, and Nintendo Switch.

Pharaoh: A New Era Official Launch Trailer

2023/02/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Publisher Dotemu and developer Triskell Interactive today announced that Pharaoh: A New Era, a comprehensive remake of one of the most beloved city builders of all time, is now available on PC via Steam for $22.99. Swift planners can secure their future at a 15 percent launch discount by purchasing Pharaoh: A New Era before Feb. 28.

The wisest pharaohs will seek guidance from today’s launch trailer before beginning their civilizations, observing the challenges and rewards awaiting in Pharaoh: A New Era’s faithful modernization of the original 1999 city builder as well as its 2000 expansion, Cleopatra: Queen of the Nile. The remake’s enhancements are informed by Triskell Interactive’s devotion to historical accuracy, supported through close work with a certified Egyptologist to ensure the game’s depiction of ancient Egypt is as authentic as possible. See how Pharaoh: A New Era’s gorgeous 4K visuals bring four millennia of Egyptian history to life across more than 50 rewarding missions in the new video:

Pharaoh: A New Era introduces several new features and quality of life adjustments which subtly improve its city building experience, making the development, planning and management of bustling settlements feel intuitive. The changes grant pharaohs greater visibility and control over their subjects, making Pharaoh: A New Era the definitive way to enjoy the acclaimed series.

Pharaoh: A New Era features:

A Fortune of Fun: Lead your people through a rich 100+ hour campaign, or unwind and build the metropolis of your dreams in a Free Build mode
Breathtaking Views: Marvel at the beauty of budding settlements and lively cities sprawling across the Egyptian sands, brought to life through fully reworked, intricate art
Modern Refinements: Overhauled menus, a refreshed UI and various adjustments make Pharaoh: A New Era’s classically inspired fun feel like second nature to play
A Fully Rerecorded Soundtrack: Take in stirring recreations of the original soundtrack’s melodies, rearranged and performed with traditional oriental instruments

For a deeper understanding of Pharaoh: A New Era’s enthralling challenge of leadership, delve into the vital components behind the rise of any great city outlined in this video tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLagi5oWyjE

Raise the latest updates on Pharaoh: A New Era by following Dotemu on Twitter @dotemu and Triskell at @Triskell_Int, and by joining the game’s official Discord: https://discord.gg/sRV9w7r.

Yupitergrad 2: The Lost Station FAQ and New Gameplay Trailer

2023/02/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

To all space acrobatics enthusiasts, the release of Yupitergrad 2: The Lost Station is fast approaching, so Gamedust is gearing up to give the players a more in-depth look at what kind of game they’ve prepared.

Developers so far have communicated a move towards action-adventure tropes, fragments of exploration and combat have been shown, besides those, Gamedust is preparing environmental puzzles for its players to enjoy. Yupitergrad 2: The Lost Station is full of components that have been implemented and used in some of the best known games today, on popular consoles, and now the creators want to bring those features into the world of VR.

The new trailer for the game showcases the combination of swinging through the corridors, opening passages and fighting with robots. You may also notice AIsha – our virtual companion. With her help, the journey through the dangerous station will be much more interesting and comfortable. Check it out:

To tell you more about Yupitergrad 2: The Lost Station, we have prepared a FAQ below to answer some of your most burning questions:

What is Yupitergrad 2: The Lost Station?

Yupitergrad 2: The Lost Station is a game in which you’re able to explore an abandoned space station using suction cups with ropes attached, the player can use jets (nozzles) attached to their hands to manoeuvre in the air. In addition, the player will get powerful weapons that will allow them to eliminate robotic opponents.

Along your journey you will encounter many passages, environmental puzzles, and hostile droids that you’ll have to overcome, a map will also be in place to help you navigate around the station. The game is set in a light, humorous tone and combines a VR perspective with the structure of a Metroidvania-style game.

Do I need to know Yupitergrad 1 to enjoy the sequel?

Many players are wondering if they can play Yupitergrad 2 without playing the first one, and the answer is yes. Yupitergrad 2 very lightly refers to the first part, but is a completely new story. A similar approach has been taken to other games such as Mario or Zelda – where each part is a separate entity, but takes some basics and expectations from its predecessor.

What’s new in Yupitergrad 2?

The game is full of new ideas, the creators built this game with “the more, the better” attitude. Developers focused on the open structure of the space station, in which players should look for ways to open new passages and explore further. In the game, players will encounter rebellious machines, which will be able to fight and shoot at with obtained weapons. In addition, our hero will use various gadgets, and his companion AIsha will finally appear on the screen! All this together creates a new, more adventurous atmosphere and the experience of taking part in a great space adventure in VR.

Is the game (too) dynamic?

Developers are making a very dynamic game in VR but moving on from Yupitergrad 1 they made changes to control motion sickness and refine the locomotion system to improve the free movement of players. During the game’s creation a great focus has been put on smoothness and stability of the player experience and due to the open map and additional features the game is more riveting than ever.

When will the title be playable?

The game is in the production phase, allowing it to be played and checked. Trial versions will be soon sent to press and influencers, where you can get a good glimpse of the game before the full release.

When will the game be released and for which platforms?

The premiere of Yupitergrad 2 will take place in the first half of 2023, with the exact date to be yet announced. The game will be released on Pico goggles, and later on Meta Quest 2. Further platforms such as Steam will have release dates after the release on Quest 2.

Knott’s Boysenberry Festival Returns from March 10 through April 16

2023/02/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

Boysenberry Festival Decor

The Knott’s Boysenberry Festival is our annual food-inspired event that celebrates the park’s historic roots by highlighting the little berry that started it all, the boysenberry. Guests will have the opportunity to indulge in a range of dishes, from savory foods with a boysenberry twist to one-of-a-kind specialty desserts and drinks that can only be found at Knott’s Berry Farm during this time of the year. In addition to the numerous food and drink offerings, the Knott’s Boysenberry Festival offers a wide selection of local crafters, live music, and a brand-new musical stage show for guests of all ages to enjoy. The Knott’s Boysenberry Festival begins March 10 and operates daily through April 16.

This year’s event will introduce entirely new food offerings featuring more than three dozen food and drink items. A few savory dishes to note include cauliflower bites with a boysenberry curry drizzle, and a sushi burrito with spicy crab surimi, avocado, lettuce, crispy onions, sesame and unagi sauce, all wrapped in nori with a boysenberry sweet chili dipping sauce. Tasty dessert items can be found throughout the festival, perfect for those with a sweet tooth, including sweet corn nuggets with boysenberry honey, boysenberry bread pudding, and a boysenberry waffle topped with whipped cream and boysenberry maple syrup. A great way to indulge in the new boysenberry delicacies during the festival is by purchasing a tasting card priced at $55. The tasting card offers six tastings from a selection of boysenberry-inspired dishes and drinks. A variety of signature boysenberry items will also be available for purchase a la carte. Tasting cards are available at Knotts.com or at the theme park.

Knott’s Boysenberry Festival also offers endless entertainment throughout the park. From musical performances to fun interactive games, there is something for every member of the family to enjoy.

Wine Tasting

Guests are invited to celebrate the heritage of California’s original theme park with the new show Knott’s Preserved. Through song, dance and storytelling, Knott’s Berry Farm comes alive as the audience takes a musical journey from the little ghost town of Calico to the Seaside Boardwalk of the Roaring ’20s to commemorate the heritage of the park. All aboard for a boysenberry bon voyage at the legendary Bird Cage Theatre with a special presentation of the comedy melodrama Riverboat Revenge. Guests are challenged to try their berry best in Boysenberry Fun and Games, which includes the wildly entertaining Boysenberry Pie Eating Contest. Young ones and young at heart are invited to cozy up to the cutest critters on the farm, including horses, sheep, goats and other furry friends at Old MacDonald’s Barn, a tribute to one of the farm’s original attractions. Those unfamiliar with the berry that started it all are encouraged to grab a slice of history in the History of the Boysenberry museum in Town Hall.

Guests can also create over 75 unique boysenberry-inspired creations with limited-edition merchandise found throughout the park. This year’s merchandise includes a grand selection of packaged food items perfect for take-home souvenirs. The Berry Market, located in the California Marketplace, also features signature boysenberry items like the refreshing boysenberry sarsaparilla and our classic jams and preserves. Unique boysenberry-inspired artisan products also will be available at the Boysenberry Festival Craft Fair, with over 30 local craft vendors.

The Boysenberry Festival is included with admission to Knott’s Berry Farm. For a special treat, guests can book a stay at the Knott’s Berry Farm Hotel for overnight accommodations just steps from the park. Additional costs apply for food-tasting experiences within the event. Knott’s will have extended hours on select days, allowing guests extra time to take advantage of the limited-time offerings.

The best way to savor every day of the Knott’s Boysenberry Festival and all of the other Seasons of Fun is with a 2023 Season Pass! Get unlimited visits, food and merchandise discounts, plus so much more! For more information about Knott’s Berry Farm, please visit knotts.com or download the Knott’s Berry Farm app for your smartphone. Join the conversation using the hashtag #BoysenberryFestival

Creative Technology Unveils Bone Conducting Creative Outlier Free Pro

2023/02/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

Creative Technology today launched Creative Outlier Free Pro, its latest wireless bone conduction headphones equipped with all the features desired by pro-level sporting enthusiasts who love a soundtrack. Built to be tough yet comfortable in fit, unstoppable in the heaviest of rains and even underwater, indefatigable battery life and without the need for a device to play music, the Outlier Free Pro is simply at the top of its game.

Thanks to bone conduction technology, where sound waves are transmitted into the inner ears through vibrations from transducers on the user’s cheekbones, the benefits of open-ear listening are realized. With a much-heightened level of environmental awareness, users can enjoy a safer listening experience as compared to in-ear or over-ear headphones – joggers and cyclists can make their way down busy streets with ease; gym buddies can chat effortlessly during workouts. Additionally, for leisure activities such as the use of mobile karaoke apps, users can enjoy the better experience of singing while hearing themselves naturally.

Creative Outlier Free Pro

The Outlier Free Pro stands out even more with its 8GB (stores 2,000 MP3 songs) built-in music player (also compatible with FLAC, WAV and APE file formats); it enables users to enjoy their favorite tunes without the need to carry their mobile phones. Thanks to its IPX8 rating (the highest waterproof rating for water immersion), swimmers can even swim underwater in the pool.

Trail runners and hikers who love to go the distance would always have their soundtrack on, as the Outlier Free Pro offers up to 10 hours of battery life per charge (10 minutes of quick-charging provides 2 hours of playtime).

The Outlier Free Pro is also an excellent all-rounder as a daily go-to headphone, offering multipoint connectivity with Bluetooth 5.3, delivering robust connections for up to 2 Bluetooth devices at a time. There is also a low-latency mode to minimize audio-visual lag for movie-watching; users have the added convenience with a built-in microphone for calls, and Siri / Google Assistant support. Lightweight silicone and titanium memory alloy are used to construct the Outlier Free Pro, translating to all-day comfort and fit.

Pricing and Availability

With the price of US$129.99, the Outlier Free Pro presents great value which is hard to beat for its comprehensive features set.

For more information on Creative Outlier Free Pro, visit creative.com/OutlierFreePro.

Chef Life: A Restaurant Simulator Nintendo Switch Trailer

2023/02/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

NACON and studio Cyanide are pleased to unveil a video dedicated to the Chef Life: A Restaurant Simulator experience on the Nintendo Switch. Apprentice restaurateurs will be able to run their own restaurants anywhere, whether at home or on the go. Chef Life: A Restaurant Simulator will be available on February 23, for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Developed by French studio Cyanide, Chef Life: A Restaurant Simulator puts realism at the heart of the game. The goal? To propose the first cooking game offering a real retranscription of the life of a restaurateur.

From customizing the dining room to selecting ingredients and choosing menu items, players will have all the tools they need to create the restaurant of their dreams, and why not to win a star in the famous MICHELIN Guide thanks to the quality of their cooking!

Chef Life: A Restaurant Simulator will be available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC on February 23, 2023.

Sins of a Solar Empire II Tech Preview Update Brings Multiplayer

2023/02/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Stardock and Ironclad Games released a new update to the Technical Preview for Sins of a Solar Empire II today. The update adds the highly anticipated multiplayer feature, new ship models, an updated UI for the Research Tree, and improved textures for capital ships along with other additions.

The introduction of multiplayer is a core stage in Sins of a Solar Empire II’s development and, as such, Stardock and Ironclad are eager to get feedback from players as they continuously improve upon it. This multiplayer experience is merely the tip of the iceberg, but eager Sins players can get a solid feel for what the new engine brings to the table.

For instance, players can now jump into an existing multiplayer game and take the reins from an AI empire or a friend who has to leave. This gives players a lot of flexibility, especially as competitive matches get longer and longer. Additionally, players can set up private games and invite friends (or enemies) via game codes.

“We want to thank everyone who has been playing the Technical Preview and providing feedback, but we’ve heard you all loud and clear: You want multiplayer. Everyone has been waiting for the chance to wage war against each other, and now they can,” said Brian Clair, Director of Publishing for Stardock. “Giving players the option to jump in to take over an AI empire is such a fantastic addition. Internally, we’ve had colleagues jump into ongoing matches and completely annihilate people who thought they had a sure victory. We can’t wait to see how our community takes to this feature and it’s only the beginning!”

While not final, many ships have received visual upgrades and new models have replaced the TEC Ogrov Torpedo Cruiser, Pirate Rogue, Corsair, and Pillager ships. Pirate Hideouts also have a new model in this update. For a complete list of changes, please visit the forums.

Following in the footsteps of its critically acclaimed predecessor, this highly anticipated sequel will seamlessly blend real-time strategy and 4X gameplay to deliver a grand space conflict. Equal parts immersive and intense, Sins of a Solar Empire II introduces a whole new level of detail and raises the bar on what it means to become the ruler of a vast space empire.

The Sins of a Solar Empire II pre-order, which grants entry into the Early Access Technical Preview, is now available at www.sinsofasolarempire2.com. Players can also add the game to their wishlist, follow updates, and learn more about features as they are revealed.

Corporate Bureaucracy Hell Game Red Tape Out Now

2023/02/14

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

DreadXP — an independent horror publisher and production company — today celebrates Valentine’s Day the only way it knows how: by bringing us horrors beyond our comprehension. This time, it’s in the form of something truly awful: corporate bureaucracy. Released today for Windows PC, Red Tape tells the hellish tale of an angel who was subjected to damnation due to a paperwork error. Now, in order to right this egregious wrong, players must traverse the nine circles of Hell to get an audience with the big man himself: The Devil.

Taking notes from Dante Alighieri’s extremely romantic poem The Divine Comedy, and originally conceived as a Ludum Dare Gamejam entry, DreadXP and developer Pollaris Studios’ Red Tape takes the idiom to literal lengths and tells the saga of a fallen angel trapped in the bowels of Hell seeking a way back to Heaven.

Much like real life, players will run, jump, queue, and experience corporate culture so hellish, they’ll be begging for a trip to the DMV. As if that weren’t enough, all manner of demons and hellspawn are determined to complicate matters further with their petty nonsense, conflated egos, and sadistic requests. Players will have to cut through the red tape in their fight to restore balance between Heaven and Hell.

The nine circles of Hell are, of course, sectioned into familiar corporate departments:

LIMBO – Reception
LUST – Human Resources
GLUTTONY – Cafeteria
GREED – Accounting
WRATH – Customer Service
HERESY – Marketing
FRAUD – Legal
VIOLENCE – Planning
TREACHERY – Administration

Showcased in Dreadful Dev Diary: Pollaris Studios #01, developer Nathan Gabriel discussed how the Italian poem The Divine Comedy served as inspiration behind Red Tape, and how he has built out the world of a literal corporate hell. Much like the poem, the deeper the ring, the more severe the sin, and the higher level of authorization required.

Red Tape is available now on Steam and itch.io for Windows PC for $5.99, with a 10% off launch week discount.