Developer SpaceRocket Games and publisher Toplitz Productions announce that Permafrost, their exciting survival game set within a frozen open-world urban landscape, will be available to play in October’s Steam Next Fest. Dive into a world, where survival is not just a choice, but a necessity.
From October 14th thru October 21 you can get your first hands-on opportunity to brave the bone-chilling arctic-like temperatures in Permafrost caused by a world changing event that has brought about the near extinction of the human race. Exploration, resourcefulness and the sheer will to survive will see players construct intricate shelters from scrap, cultivate crops to stave off hunger, and harness the power of technology to fend off threats both human and environmental. In Permafrost the sub-zero temperature will have an effect on character capabilities as they fend for themselves in challenging conditions, hunt elusive prey, and repurpose salvaged machinery to craft the tools needed for survival. The demo offers survival game fans a unique opportunity to experience a modern post-apocalyptic setting, combining intricate resource management with deep survival mechanics.
For more details on Permafrost head over the games official Steam page here.
The rails are yours from today! Early Access begins for Train Sim World 5: Deluxe / Special Edition ahead of full release on Sept. 17. This latest iteration in the franchise comes with a host of added gameplay features, allowing players to explore and operate trains like never before.
Conductor Mode, a feature long requested by players and trialed in two back catalogue routes, now features as a full game mode in the three core routes, giving players the chance to check tickets, operate doors and keep bags clear of the aisles whilst the AI does all the driving. Route Hopping, available to those with selected routes in their collection, allows for seamless transition between routes that share a common location, resulting in gameplay sessions that can last up to 200 miles across three route add-ons.
Making use of these features and Train Sim World’s core driving experience are the three new city-centric routes covering London, Los Angeles and Frankfurt. Germany’s high-speed, tilting ICE-T is added to the fleet for the first time and joins America’s biofuel powered Metrolink MP36PH-3C. Britain railfans will rejoice at the inclusion of the West Coast Main Line and Deluxe Edition players can tilt their way through Wembley, Watford and down to Milton Keynes in the innovative, iconic Avanti West Coast Pendolino.
Matt Peddlesden, Train Sim World 5’s executive producer said, “Two innovative trains that feature tilting capability, the Class 390 Pendolino and the DB ICE-T, and the brand-new Conductor Mode make for an entirely new gameplay experience in this substantial new edition of Train Sim World. These, alongside many other awesome features and enhancements give players exciting new things to do and some of the most requested trains and routes to enjoy them on!”
A Free Starter Pack, containing just the Training Center ‘test track’ route and four trains, will be available for 30 days from launch day Sept. 17 to keep permanently. Train Sim World 5: Standard Edition, featuring the three core routes, will also be available on launch to Game Pass players.
Beyond Train Sim World 5, Dovetail Games continue work on their recently announced VR title coming exclusively to Meta Quest and Roblox players will soon be able jump into Train Sim World Tycoon. Both of these were revealed in the recent Dovetail Direct livestream event in August.
Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today unveils the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% empowering gamers with ultimate control and personalization, shattering the boundaries of the traditional keyboard experience. Building on the success of the award-winning BlackWidow V4 75%, this new wireless, hot-swappable gaming keyboard combines Razer HyperSpeed and 4K Hz Razer HyperPolling technology with an onboard OLED display for ultimate customizability. Along with its immersive features, this ensures that the BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% offers an unparalleled gaming keyboard experience.
“The BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% is the result of our relentless pursuit of gaming excellence,” said Barrie Ooi, Head of Razer’s PC Gaming Division. “With its hot-swappable design, Razer HyperSpeed wireless technology, and a built-in OLED display, this keyboard empowers gamers to create a setup that truly reflects their style and gain more control than ever before.”
OLED Display with the Razer™ Command Dial – For Maximum Control and Customizability
The OLED display allows gamers to view key information like PC metrics, keyboard status, custom animations and audio meter visualization. It also enables gamers to adjust keyboard settings on-the-fly, including polling rate, lighting effects, power saving options and more. Paired with the Razer Command Dial, the keyboard offers gamers extensive control at their fingertips, with a range of functions including volume adjustment, zoom, track selector, and more.
To ensure users benefit from the latest features, the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% works exclusively with Razer Synapse 4. This guarantees access to all customization options, enhancing the overall user experience.
True 4K Hz Wireless & Bluetooth 5.1 Connectivity – For Seamless Response and Connectivity
Featuring two highly requested features from the gaming community — Razer HyperSpeed Wireless technology and Razer HyperPolling technology at up to 4K Hz, the BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% delivers unmatched responsiveness and ultra-low latency.
Gamers can also seamlessly connect and toggle between up to 3 different Bluetooth devices, and even maintain these wireless connections while charging the keyboard via cable, ensuring continuous control and convenience. In addition, the BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% introduces a robust new Power Saving Mode, designed to maximize battery life by deactivating the OLED display and keyboard backlighting, and pausing communication with Razer Synapse. With it enabled, the keyboard achieves up to 2100 hours of battery life, providing stable, uninterrupted gameplay in its most energy-efficient state.
Hot-swappable Design with Pre-loaded Razer™ Orange Tactile Switches Gen-3
The BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% is compatible with both 3 and 5-pin mechanical switches, allowing users to easily customize their preferred key feel. The keyboard’s design, together with the pre-loaded Razer™ Orange Tactile Switches, has been crafted to provide a satisfying key feel and a sound signature that resonates with keyboard enthusiasts.
Optimized Typing Experience with Enthusiast-Grade Typing Acoustics
The BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% features a gasket-mounted white FR4 plate, plate foam, case foam, and screw-in stabilizers factory-lubricated with Krytox™ GPL 205g0, a lubricant preferred by enthusiasts. This configuration ensures a clean typing sound with minimal rattle. The gasket-mounted plate offers a more flexible typing experience, coupled with a tape-enhanced PCB to absorb higher frequencies while reflecting lower ones for a distinctive acoustic profile.
2-side Underglow with Per-Key Lighting Powered by Razer Chroma™ RGB
Gamers can elevate their battlestation aesthetics with vibrant Razer Chroma™ RGB lighting. Featuring per-key illumination and a striking 2-side underglow, users can personalize their setup and experience dynamic lighting effects that react seamlessly to hundreds of integrated games. These vibrant lighting effects can be customized through the new stand-alone Razer Chroma app, allowing gamers to create dynamic lighting profiles that match their playstyle and setup.
Textured Doubleshot PBT Keycaps – For Enhanced Durability and RGB Shine-Through
Reflecting another popular request from the keyboard community, the fadeproof keycaps maintain a matte, textured finish and are optimized for greater backlight illumination, ensuring a premium look and feel.Crafted from Doubleshot PBT with a modified composition to ensure superior RGB shine-through, these keycaps boast exceptional durability and a textured finish for a superior gaming experience.
Magnetic Plush Leatherette Wrist Rest – For Extended Comfort
Thesoft, cushioned wrist rest securely snaps to the keyboard magnetically, providing ergonomically designed support and comfort for prolonged gaming sessions, ensuring gamers can perform at their best in complete comfort.
For more information on the Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75%, please visit Razer.com.
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
Razer BlackWidow V4 Pro 75% $299.99 USD / €349.99 MSRP Pre-orders available now exclusively at Razer.com and RazerStores. General Availability: Razer.com, RazerStores & Authorized Resellers – Starting from 24 September 2024
HER GAZE PIERCING HER TARGET MOMENTS BEFORE HER ARROW DOES. The Dragon Age: The Veilguard Lace Harding Statue is now available for pre-order at the BioWare Gear Store.
The joyful, freckled scout has long been beloved by fans. In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, she becomes a full-fledged companion as her search for Solas ends and her experience with unexpected powers begins. With her positive outlook and steady bow, you can count on her to be your ally and guide. Welcome her to your party with the Dragon Age: The Veilguard Lace Harding Statue! This collectible portrays Harding in mid-battle, with her gaze piercing her target moments before her arrow does. Made with Polyresin and painted by hand, it boasts details that captures how she carries herself and her intricate costume design.
Today, BioWare published a development blog titled Exploration Across Thedas, which features all-new flyover videos showcasing several of the diverse areas players will journey through in Dragon Age: The Veilguard, each with their own unique feel and style – Arlathan Forest, Hossberg Wetlands, Minrathous, Rivain and Treviso.
This blog also dives into The Lighthouse, which serves as a central place for Rook to rest, spend time with Companions, and learn more about the world through conversation. Additionally, details are shared surrounding The Crossroads – which allows the Veilguard to traverse Thedas in seconds, connecting the Lighthouse to more of the world than ever before. Last but not least, it shares details about how your companions interact with each other and the world around them as the story progresses.
Today, we’re back to share more about the world of Dragon Age: The Veilguard (minor spoilers below). While the game is a crafted experience telling a rich narrative, there are many areas to explore. The Lighthouse, for example, is a central place for Rook to rest, spend time with Companions, and learn more about the world through conversation. The Crossroads allow the Veilguard to traverse Thedas in seconds, connecting the Lighthouse to more of the world than ever before.
Throughout the story, you will go through many diverse areas, from the beauty of the lush Arlathan Forests to the busy streets of Minrathous. Veterans of the series have heard whispers in the past about each of these places in Thedas, but now you will actually be able to explore and experience them in-game. Each area has its own unique feel and style. There are several areas for exploration; each inviting you to delve deeper into the narrative and uncover the many mysteries Thedas holds. Check out a few of them here:
Arlathan Forest – Ancient magic and powerful artifacts re-awaken and reality thins across the woodlands that once held the heart of the Elvhen empire. The Veil Jumpers, masters of ancient elven magic, seek to stabilize the region and keep reality from crumbling.
Hossberg Wetlands – Much of this once-peaceful marshland has been consumed by the Blight. Darkspawn roam the swamps with impunity, but the Grey Wardens mount a valiant defense of the last safe haven – Lavendel.
Minrathous – Capital of the Tevinter Imperium, the Venatori wield corruption as they try to turn the Empire’s heart to their own dark purposes. Yet the people resist, with the rebel Shadow Dragons leading the charge.
Rivain – An ancient Grey Warden fortress sits among sparkling waters and lush greenery of the Rivain Coast; the Lords of Fortune call this paradise home. The servants of the gods have their own plans, however, and threaten to turn this sanctuary into a battlefield.
Treviso – A merchant city known for the beauty of its canals – and the deadliness of its assassins – Treviso is under Antaam occupation, a state of affairs that sits poorly with the Antivan Crows.
What’s There To Find?
While exploring the world, the Veilguard will come across many things to do and people to talk to. Of course, there will be loot to upgrade your equipment but there will also be puzzles and lore! There will be ancient statues, letters, and artifacts left behind to read and collect those Codex Entries. There are also new modes of transportation to find throughout the world, including fast travel.
There will be new ways for your Companions to interact with the world as well, with specific exploration abilities. For example, you may come across some ancient Elven artifacts for Bellara to Tinker with while you wander through Arlathan. Even when the Companions are back at the Lighthouse, Rook can use the Lyrium Dagger to take advantage of their Exploration Abilities. You may also spot Companions out and about, interacting with the world on their own. When heading to Treviso, we recommend finding Lucanis and enjoying a cup of coffee together.
The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse will serve as your new home during Dragon Age: The Veilguard. Each companion will have their own room, for them to decorate to their own taste. Their rooms will progress over the course of the story, and it will also be the main location for one-on-one chats with them. Rook will have a room of their own, as well! Lastly, you will find the Caretaker’s Workshop here, where items can be upgraded and enchanted.
The Crossroads
From the home base of the Lighthouse, you will be able to access The Crossroads, a meeting place of many Eluvians. This area will serve as the main connection from the Lighthouse to the rest of Thedas, as well as lead to a lot of side content. The Caretaker will act as a guide throughout this area, ferrying the party to different islands in the Fade. Additionally, there will be more puzzles to solve in this area and even some extra missions, but we’ll leave those shrouded in mystery to discover on your own.
We recently held our in-person Preview Event with Content Creators and Press, so keep your eyes out for interviews and coverage in the coming weeks. While you’re waiting, don’t forget to check out our podcast Dragon Age: Vows & Vengeance. Chat soon!
Today, Paradox Interactive launched Cosmic Storms, the new mechanical expansion for its sci-fi strategy game Stellaris, developed in collaboration with Behaviour Interactive. Cosmic Storms is available on PC for €12,99/$12,99/£10,99 or as part of Stellaris Season 08, which encompasses three additions for Stellaris releasing this year and the exclusive “Rick the Cube” portrait. Additionally, it is part of the Expansion subscription offer that includes all additional content for Stellaris for a monthly fee. Cosmic Storms is launching alongside the free 3.13 “Vela” update featuring many bug fixes, gameplay improvements, and UI updates.
Face or embrace the wild power of the Cosmic Storms through these new features:
NEW STORMS
This expansion adds 8 types of Cosmic Storms (Electric, Particle, Gravity, Magnetic, Radiant, Stardust, Shroud, and Nexus) that replace the existing Space Storms. They spawn randomly on the map and travel the galaxy at various speeds, growing and shrinking with time.
STORM CHASER ORIGIN
The Storm Chasers are an empire of people who seek to push themselves beyond their limits. They believe enlightenment is found in engaging with the universe’s greatest force: the Cosmic Storms.
3 NEW CIVICS
Astrometeorology
Storm Devotion
Environmental Architects
2 PRECURSOR NARRATIVES
Discover the stories of the Ancients, vanished masters of the storms: Weather Manipulators and the adAkkaria Convention of Benevolence. Completing these narratives will unlock a new relic for each.
On top of that, Cosmic Storms adds technologies dedicated to storms, Galactic Community Resolutions, Anomalies, Arc Sites, and Weather Forecast Map Mode. It also adds a new Galactic Weather Control ascension perk that makes it possible to create Cosmic Storms with science ships.
The free 3.13 “Vela” update launches alongside Cosmic Storms. In addition to standard updates and bug fixes, this patch also improves the Thrall and Prison worlds, including new districts and jobs, and changes to tooltips and themes. It also brings updates to the megastructure selection UI, among many other UI and gameplay improvements.
Publisher PLAION and developer Dambuster Studios are pleased to announce that Dead Island 2: Ultimate Edition will be releasing on Oct. 22, making this edition the one-stop shop for all Dead Island fans. Coinciding with the Ultimate Edition’s release will be the new Neighborhood Watch game mode, debuting with Patch 6.
The Ultimate Edition contains the complete Dead Island 2 base game, both blood-soaked story expansions – Haus and SoLA – and a plethora of stylish cosmetics and deadly weapons, including the brand-new Kingdom Come: Deliverance II weapon pack and:
Memories of Banoi Pack
Golden Weapons Pack
Pulp Weapons Pack
Red’s Demise Pack
All six Slayer’s Premium Skin Pack
In addition to the Ultimate Edition, Patch 6 will introduce all Dead Island 2 players to the Neighborhood Watch game mode, a new cooperative horde mode. Developed by Fishlabs in collaboration with Dambuster studios, players will have to work together against swarms of zombies, including a new way to strategize against the undead.
See the new Neighborhood Watch trailer here:
As members of the Bobcats, a fresh trio of College survivors, players must defend their frat house in the Venice Canals from flesh-hungry waves of zombies, using new skills, weapons, and traps (a first in the series).
Adding on to the experience is the addition of New Game Plus, where players can dive back into the heart of LA (or HELL-A as we call it), armed with their favorite characters and weapons to face a whole new set of challenges and reap new rewards. Experienced slayers can look forward to an additional skill slot and increased level cap too.
Today, Bethesda Game Studios released The Elder Scrolls: Castles on iOS and Android devices. From the award-winning team behind Fallout Shelter, The Elder Scrolls: Castles puts players in control of their very own castle and dynasty in The Elder Scrolls universe.
To celebrate the launch, all players who reach Dynasty level 25 from September 10, 2024 until October 10, 2024 will be able to redeem the below in-game items.
One Legendary Subject: Ulfric Stormcloack
100 Gems
One Blessing of Great Dynasty
One Legendary Pack
Three Banner Decorations
In The Elder Scrolls: Castles, players will:
Build your Dynasty – Tell your story for generations – each day in real life covers the span of an entire year in The Elder Scrolls: Castles. Train your subjects, name heirs, and maintain order to help your kingdom flourish. Will you keep your subjects happy and ensure a long life for their ruler? Or will they grow discontent and plot something sinister?
Manage your Castle – Customize your castle from the ground up, adding and expanding rooms, placing lavish decorations and inspirational monuments. Assign subjects to workstations to ensure your castle has the resources to thrive for years to come!
Rule your Kingdom – Make key decisions that impact your legacy. Will you risk a limited supply of food to aid a group of subjects? How should a heated spat between your subjects be settled? Your choices determine if your dynasty will inspire prosperity or lead your castle to peril.
Take on Quests – A kingdom can’t thrive without strong warriors. Send your subjects on quests to battle against classic Elder Scrolls foes and collect loot to bring back home.
Today, Coffee Stain Studios has launched the full version of their hit factory-building simulator Satisfactory. With over 6 million copies sold during its five years of Early Access development, the 1.0 release delivers a full narrative overhaul complete with mysteries for players to uncover, alongside Tier 9 content, allowing players to harness advanced alien tech. Expanding on this success, Coffee Stain Studios has also revealed that a console edition is in development, looking to bring the conveyor-belt goodness to even more budding Pioneers.
Both newcomers and veterans alike will need to uncover the mysteries of the alien planet of MASSAGE-2 (A-B)b, as they take the role of Pioneers at FICSIT Inc. tasked with advancing Project Assembly. By exploiting natural resources and alien artefacts, Pioneers must produce and transport parts off-planet via the Space Elevator to complete the great undertaking of the Save The Day program — the finer details of which are shrouded in mystery. Nonetheless, humanity is counting on these dedicated Pioneers!
With Phase 5 of Project Assembly now available, players can make use of advanced technologies. In this end-game stage, Portals allow for near-instantaneous transportation across the vast alien lands, and Dimensional Depots offer an efficient option for inventory management. Uniforms have also received some love, as players can now set their character colour, and choose between a range of helmets, tool trinkets, and tool skins!
Complete Project Assembly
Located atop the Space Elevator, players can see the fruits of their labour, as Project Assembly now visually expands with each build phase. With the final phase, players can use Tier 9 buildings, including the Conveyor Belt Mk.6, the Converter, the Quantum Encoder, and more. The most significant addition is seen with Portals, which enable players to travel far-and-wide in a flash, assuming they have the huge power capacity and Singularity Cells necessary.
Harness Powerful Alien Tech
Players can now further exploit alien artefacts and Strange Alien Matter (SAM) to unlock the most powerful tech from FICSIT Inc. Taking the spotlight is the Dimensional Depot, which can be researched in the Molecular Analysis Machine (MAM) and powered by Mercer Spheres and SAM. This building allows use of a cloud of sorts, accessible from anywhere to store and retrieve resources, reducing the amount of globetrotting when constructing the next factory masterpiece.
New Factory, New Me
New decorative pieces for buildings are now available, including windows, fences, and paint finishes, such as Chrome, Copper, and Carbon Steel. Players can also say goodbye to the dress code! Though the deep orange Pioneer apparel is eye-catching, Pioneers have now been granted freedom to customise their uniform colour, helmet, Build Gun, and to equip tool trinkets.
The full 1.0 release of Satisfactory is now available on PC through Steam and Epic Games.
Cyanide Studio and NACON are pleased to announce that Season 6 of Blood Bowl 3 is out now, featuring not one but TWO new factions: the Goblins and Halflings. This new season is also accompanied by a special event featuring these new factions, as well as two new unlockable rewards pathways, Star Players and a host of adjustments. Blood Bowl 3 is available on PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.
Halflings, a big team in a small package!
The modest size of the Halflings presents a number of disadvantages during Blood Bowl matches, including added difficulty in receiving or throwing the ball, their slower speed and relative weakness when it comes to blocking their opponents. However, they can count on a formidable asset: their robust Treemen teammates. Although they are not one of the most competitive teams in the game, the Halflings faction is without any doubt one of the most fun to play, and is sure to delight any coach desperately seeking a challenge, to show off the extent of their tactical skills!
Play the originality card by picking the Goblins!
The Goblins faction is renowned for its juvenile sense of humour and exuberant creativity when it comes to finding innovative ways of harming the opposition, by fair means or foul, without suffering any retaliation. Goblins can also call on an inexhaustible supply of “secret” weapons, as well as on the assistance of brutish Trolls, who can throw their smaller teammates up the field. All of which might not make them one of the best-performing teams, but definitely one of the most entertaining!
A special ‘Goblins vs. Halflings’ event, and a host of adjustments
To mark the arrival of these two new factions, Season 6 is offering a special event enabling players to experience the Goblins-Halflings rivalry for themselves, by coaching one of the two factions and facing off against the other, with predefined teams! Meanwhile, this season features new Star Players. A whole set of adjustments aimed at improving the gameplay is also being rolled out, such as changes to the Official Ladder rules, enhanced matchmaking or the option to transfer cosmetic items from one unit in a faction to the same unit in another faction. For example, a helmet worn by a Goblin in the Goblin team can also be used by a Goblin in the Orcs team. Furthermore, new player profile customisation options will be added as the season progresses.
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Blood Bowl 3 is a tactical turn-based fantasy football game adapted from the popular eponymous board game. Set in the Warhammer universe, this game offers a thrilling and brutal experience, where players get the chance to coach a team from one of the many available factions (Elves, Orcs, Dwarfs, etc.), customise them and climb up the rankings by taking on other players online.
