Author - Jerry Paxton

Thrustmaster Unveils T248 Hybrid Drive Next-Gen Racing Wheel

2021/09/01

Geek News, News, Peripherals News, Trailers / Videos

Thrustmaster is thrilled to finally lift the veil of secrecy surrounding its very first next-generation hybrid racing wheel, specially designed to master all types of tracks.

The new optimized HYBRID DRIVE system combines both belt and gear mechanisms, for unrivaled Force Feedback at an affordable price.

T248 also boasts increased power: it is 70% more powerful**, while also offering cutting-edge new features including three Force Feedback presets that can conveniently be changed on the fly in games.

T248 has been designed for gamers looking for performance and immersion — including those keen to free themselves from their gamepad and users who want to take their racing to the next level after having started out with a wheel aimed at beginners. This brand-new racing wheel is officially licensed for PlayStation®5 consoles and PlayStation®4 consoles and is compatible with PC*.

T248 allows for quick and efficient mastery by users in all racing games, thanks to the wide variety of advanced features developed exclusively for Thrustmaster’s latest powerhouse:

Thrustmaster Race Dashboard Display:
- Choose from more than 20 different displays*** available onscreen:
- Manual adjustment of a range of settings: the wheel’s rotation angle, Force Feedback type, etc.
- The user’s choice of telemetry displays: gear ratio, speed, number of laps, driver’s position, best time, etc.
Dynamic Force Feedback:
- Users can easily adjust the level of Force Feedback on the fly. T248 features three Force Feedback curves (presets included) compatible with all games:
- FFB 1: linear Force Feedback, with the force felt by the user being 100% proportional to the force requested by the game.
- FFB 2: enhanced Force Feedback, for better skid control.
- FFB 3: boosted Force Feedback, allowing users to ‘to more clearly feel the tiny minutia of each racing effect from the track (Curbs, skidding off-track, etc.).
Next-generation Thrustmaster HYBRID DRIVE system:
- T248 is currently the only officially licensed racing wheel in its price segment to feature a belt in addition to gears, as an integral part of its unique high-performance hybrid mechanism.
- Allowing gamers to enjoy increased power (up to 70% more powerful**), T248 masters each track thanks to the outstanding level of drivability made possible by this hybrid system — avoiding counterintuitive sensations and friction problems commonly found in racing wheels without the additional belt drive component.
H.E.A.R.T magnetic technology (with Hall effect sensors):
- Built into two key components directly linked to gameplay, this technology helps to enhance gamers’ precision in all games, while eliminating any possible dead zones.
The magnetic paddle shifters included with T248 allow for super-fast gear shifting, with clear and precise activation feel (30 ms response time) to avoid driving errors. This contactless magnetic technology also maximizes the paddle shifters’ lifespan, for problem-free gaming sessions over the long term.
The brand-new included T3PM pedal set — the icing on the cake — also features this same proprietary, patented H.E.A.R.T magnetic technology.
- Providing truly exceptional, thousandth-of-a-second precision, T3PM features 4 different spring configurations allowing gamers to race comfortably — and with the same level of precision — no matter what type of setup they’re using (desk/table, cockpit or Wheel Stands ). With completely smooth motion and avoiding the loss of precision over time experienced by standard potentiometer-based pedal sets, T3PM represents a huge, striking leap forward both in terms of versatility and in-game responsiveness.

Up to 25 action buttons: nearly twice as many as on previous Thrustmaster hybrid racing wheel models**.

Officially licensed for PS5™ and PS4™ consoles, and compatible with PC*: officially recognized as a next-generation racing wheel developed and designed for the PlayStation®5 console and PlayStation®4 console, T248 is also compatible with PC*.

T248 (racing wheel and pedal set) will be available at suggested retail prices of £299.99 / $399.99 / €349.99:

Europe, Middle East, North America:
Pre-orders : August 31, 2021
Sales availability: October 21, 2021
Rest of the world: Late 2021

Ubisoft Unveils Ubisoft+ Founders Program

2021/09/01

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Industry News, News

Today Ubisoft+, Ubisoft’s subscription service, announced that its multi-platform access beta is expanding to more countries before Multi Access fully launches on September 30. Over the past year, the Ubisoft+ multi-platform access beta brought new releases and classic games to players across Stadia and Amazon Luna, driving game discovery and cross-platform engagement and welcoming new players.

Ubisoft+ Founders Program

Current and new subscribers who link their Ubisoft Account to Stadia or Amazon Luna (as available in their territory) by September 29 will become Founders and keep Multi Access at their current subscription pricing of $14.99/month after the beta ends, as long as their subscription remains unchanged*. Starting September 30, Multi Access will be available for $17.99/month. Ubisoft+ will also remain available on PC for $14.99/month.

Multi Access Now Available in More Countries

Ubisoft+ is now expanding Multi Access to more countries on Stadia in Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, Poland, Ireland, Sweden, Belgium, Hungary, Norway, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, and the Netherlands. Ubisoft+ is already available on Amazon Luna in the US across multiple devices including Amazon Fire TV (no invitation required), and Stadia for subscribers in the US, Canada, France, Germany and UK. No Stadia Pro or Amazon Luna+ subscription is required.

Ubisoft+ on Stadia, Luna and PC features premium editions** of upcoming releases as well as beloved games from Ubisoft’s catalog. Players can enjoy Ubisoft games across their devices and benefit from cross-platform progression for new and upcoming titles such as Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Far Cry 6, Riders Republic, and Rainbow Six Extraction. Check out the growing list at ubisoftplus.com.

To sign up for Ubisoft+, subscribe now at ubisoftplus.com. Terms and conditions apply; cancel anytime.

For the latest news on Ubisoft+ and all Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.

* Changes to Ubisoft+ subscription such as cancellation or plan modification will result in loss of Founder status and Multi Access will only be available at the then-current subscription price.

** Where premium or special editions of the game are indicated (for example: Ultimate/Gold/Deluxe Editions), editions included in Ubisoft+ may not include all premium content. Offer subject to change. Ubisoft+ requires a persistent Internet connection. This allows us to confirm an active subscription.

Cruis’n Blast Nintendo Switch Vehicle Showcase Trailer

2021/08/31

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, Trailers / Videos

Raw Thrills has released the latest gameplay trailer for the arcade classic Cruis’n Blast, which will bring racing mayhem to Nintendo Switch on Sept. 14, 2021. The new video gives a preview of the out-of-this-world rides players will discover when the game launches next month. With over 20 upgradeable vehicles, from licensed supercars to sharks and unicorns, there’s something for everyone!

As the fourth installment in the legendary arcade racing series, Cruis’n Blast features four-player local network and split-screen multiplayer, 29 over-the-top tracks, and marks the first Cruis’n console release in over a decade.

Cruis’n Blast is available to pre-order now. For more information on pre-order options for the game, visit the official website.

Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous Official Launch Trailer

2021/08/31

Jerry Paxton

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

Prime Matter and Owlcat Games have unveiled the launch trailer for the upcoming Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous.

The trailer was revealed during gamescom 2021 and features brand new gameplay footage.

This announcement coincided with the news that critically acclaimed CRPG Pathfinder: Kingmaker has reached 1 million sales worldwide on PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.

Launched in September 2018, Pathfinder: Kingmaker started out as a Kickstarter project and is based on the tabletop Pathfinder Adventure Path campaign of the same name.

Owlcat Games and META Publishing will launch Pathfinder: The Wrath of the Righteous worldwide on PC on September 2, 2021, with the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One editions hitting stores March 1, 2022.

Pre-orders for the PC version are available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG for $49.99.

Prime Matter, Koch Media’s premium gaming label, will distribute the physical console versions.

Camp Canyonwood Announcement Trailer

2021/08/31

Jerry Paxton

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

Become the best camp counselor out there as you build and manage the summer camp of your dreams in Camp Canyonwood! Graffiti Games and Deli Interactive have announced that they are partnering to bring the life sim to PC next year.

Camp Canyonwood is about the great outdoors and childhood memories, where players take on the role as the summer camp’s new head counselor. As counselor, players are responsible for breathing fresh life into the old campground by maintaining and improving the site each summer. Along with the camp, players must supervise young campers each summer. Their enjoyment, education and most importantly safety lies in the counselor’s hands.

Camp Canyonwood features include:

Live the Camp Life – Hike, fish, bug catch and more in a scenic Utah-inspired wilderness.
Guide Your Troop – Lead troops of campers each summer in pursuit of Merit Badges. The more they learn, the more you earn.
Camper Personalities – No two campers are the same. Each have their own unique personalities and quirks. Learn their needs to better reach and teach them!
Build Your Dream Camp – Gather materials and funds to improve your camp each summer, designing it as you see fit.
Beware of Dangers – Camping isn’t always easy. Protect your campers from dangers both natural and supernatural.

“Our first game, We Need To Go Deeper, achieved great success with very positive reviews and an awesome community of fans,” said Nick Lives, Co-Founder of Deli Interactive. “With Camp Canyonwood, we look to continue this success by creating another amazing game that expresses our team’s passions. Already, our fanbase is captivated with Camp Canyonwood and we can’t wait to reveal more to them in the future.”

For more information regarding Camp Canyonwood please visit the game’s Steam page or Twitter page.

Arrow Video Unveils September Releases

2021/08/31

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News

On September 14, Arrow will kick off its September releases with two exciting titles. First up is David Nelson’s 1982 slasher, Death Screams, about a machete-wielding madman that targets teens on the last night of a small-town carnival. This little-seen slasher is a bit of a departure from Nelson, who rose to fame as a child star on the television series The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet. Arrow presents the film restored from the only-known existing 35mm print.

The second September 14 release will be Cold War Creatures: Four Films from Sam Katzman. Katzman was a prolific studio exec that produced hundreds of films starting in the early 1930s and concluding in 1972, gaining great notoriety for his ability to turn a sizable profit on a minuscule budget. Arrow has compiled four of Katzman’s monster movies from the 1950s in one glorious collection and loaded them up with special features including an 80-page collector’s art book featuring reproduction stills and artwork from each film and new writing by historian and critic, Stephen R. Bissette. The four films include Creature with the Atom Brain, The Werewolf, The Zombies of Mora Tau, and The Giant Claw.

COLD WAR CREATURES: Four Films From Sam Katzman
[Limited Edition Blu-ray] (9/14)

DEATH SCREAMS [Limited Edition Blu-ray] (9/14)

THE SNAKE GIRL AND THE SILVER-HAIRED WITCH [Blu-ray] (9/21)

LEGEND [Limited Edition Blu-ray] (9/28)

CHILDREN OF THE CORN [4K Ultra HD] (9/28)

via MVD Entertainment Group

The Snake Girl and the Silver-Haired Witch comes to Blu-ray for the first time on September 21. This late ’60s Japanese horror entry comes from Gamera director Noriaki Yuasa. Adapted from the works of horror manga pioneer Kazuo Umezu, The Snake Girl and the Silver-Haired Witch is an effects-heavy film about two rival, shape-shifting sisters that don’t quite get along. The first pressing includes an illustrated collector’s booklet featuring new writing by Raffael Coronelli.

Ridley Scott’s Legend comes to limited-edition Blu-ray on September 28. Tom Cruise stars as Jack O’ the Green, a man out to stop the Lord of Darkness (Tim Curry) from destroying the daylight and marrying the woman he loves. Legend didn’t connect with critics at the time but has steadily developed a large cult following over the years with fans cheering on Curry’s performance and Rob Bottin’s effects being hailed as some of the best cinema has ever seen. This limited 2-disc set presents the film in both its theatrical and extended director’s cuts.

The final release of September, also hitting shelves on September 28, is a UHD brand-new 4K restoration of Children of the Corn. Based upon a Stephen King short story, Children of the Corn is the tale of a religious cult in a remote town that believes anyone over the age of 18 must be murdered. Linda Hamilton and Courtney Gains star in this beloved King classic that Vincent Canby of The New York Times described as a film “full of beautifully evocative, broad, flat, sun-baked landscapes, in which even cornfields are made to seem menacing.”

King Arthur: Knight’s Tale Summer Update Trailer

2021/08/31

Jerry Paxton

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

NeocoreGames is delighted to announce that King Arthur: Knight’s Tale’s summer update is out now, adding the sixth playable class, the Sage, to the game. The turn-based tactical game’s Early Access summer update also includes brand new features, such as controller support and difficulty modes.

We’re also releasing the first part of our Knight’s Tale video series, to take a look at how we are creating the game and what our players can expect moving forward.

The video includes:

A glimpse at the combat system of Knight’s Tale
How tactics shape battles
Morality and its role in an immoral world
The RPG-inspired character progression

The game’s summer update is also looking to shake up things around Avalon, with features such as:

A brand new class, the Sage: Sages are experts at providing utility for their team using frost-based magic, including protective barriers and ice walls
Controller support: So that players can kick back on the couch and enjoy the journey across the Once and Future King’s land
Difficulty settings: For those looking for more challenge, or to experience the game as more of a story
New abilities for existing characters and classes: To provide more options for Knight’s Tale’s veterans
And more…

Further details about the patch are available in the patch notes over here.

Set in a dark fantasy world based on the Arthurian myth (and our previous King Arthur strategy games), this Tactical / RPG hybrid begins right after the famous battle of Camlann, with a twist:

You are Sir Mordred, the nemesis of King Arthur, the former black knight of the grim tales. You killed King Arthur, but with his dying breath, he struck you down. You both died – and yet, you both live.

The Lady of the Lake, the ruler of the mystical island of Avalon brought you back to end a true nightmare. She wants you to go on a knightly quest. She wants you to finish what you have begun. Kill King Arthur – or whatever he has become after she took his dying vessel to Avalon.

World of Tanks Blitz Celebrates 1st Anniversary on Nintendo Switch

2021/08/31

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, Trailers / Videos

It’s been exactly a year since World of Tanks Blitz, the world-renowned cross-platform tank shooter with 170+ million audience, stormed into Nintendo Switch^TM. Over that time, the game has garnered 1.5+ million installs by Nintendo Switch users who in the first year of launch have enjoyed over 78 million battles!

To mark the milestone and to reward the game’s fans on Nintendo Switch for their effort and loyalty, the developers will present each of them with an anniversary container including:

A brand-new animated camouflage “Fires of War” for a personal choice of up to 10 tanks
3 days of Premium Account
100,000 credits
10 epic boosters for credits, XP, Crew XP and Free XP.

And to get all this, one only needs to log in to World of Tanks Blitz before September 13 and claim the free container from the Premium Shop.

Newcomers will not be disregarded, too. All new players will be entitled to a special offer on World of Tanks Blitz exclusive DLC bundle ‘M6A2E1 & Resources’ in Nintendo eShop, containing:

The M6A2E1, Tier VII American Heavy Tank
A Garage slot
The animated camouflage “Radioactive Glow”

“Having passed the 1-year milestone on our Switch journey, we wanted to reward the game’s fans on Nintendo Switch with memorable presents,” states Natalia Pershyts, Publishing Product Director, World of Tanks Blitz. “The 1.5 million installs on the platform over this period makes us believe that our product managed to click with a new audience, and we are set to keep delivering high-quality gameplay to both new and existing players.”

To get more information about the anniversary festivities in World of Tanks Blitz, please visit the game’s official website.

Sabaton and World of Tanks Unveil Music Video and In-Game Event

2021/08/30

Jerry Paxton

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

Get ready to headbang with the latest collaboration between Swedish metallers, Sabaton, and World of Tanks. The two giants of heavy metal are about to put on the ultimate show. Kicking it off in full force is the ‘Steel Commanders’ music video and song. This battle anthem will become an essential addition to every tanker’s music playlist. Sabaton will also be staging a massive in-game event that will reward tankers with a little bit of history: the first-ever Tier IX Premium tank!

“It’s been a great experience working with the World of Tanks and Wargaming guys on this huge project. Together, we made an epic music video for ‘Steel Commanders’ and it’s the perfect way to kick off our massive collaboration,” states Joakim Brodén, lead vocalist of Sabaton. “We’re proud to be part of this brand new in-game event that features the first-ever Tier IX Premium tank as the ultimate prize, as well as us as crew members!”

Apart from the music video, also featuring the GRAMMY Award-nominated virtuoso cellist Tina Guo, Sabaton are headlining a new World of Tanks in-game event: Spirit of War. The event will see tankers take on challenges to reap the ultimate reward: the game’s first-ever Tier IX Premium tank, the Strv K. Eagle-eyed viewers will have spotted it in the ‘Steel Commanders’ video, and it will be manned by a Sabaton crew that includes lead vocalist Brodén, who recorded a custom voiceover that’s full of Easter eggs for fans to discover. Once tankers earn their Strv K, they will be tasked with getting the exclusive ‘Spirit of War’ 3D style.

“We’ve really enjoyed working with the Sabaton guys and we’re happy to have them onboard this project,” states Max Chuvalov, Publishing Director, World of Tanks. “Our players love their music, and we complement each other as we are both fascinated with military history. Plus, we hope the new tune will inspire tankers to go that extra mile for the victory.”

Even if players ultimately do not finish the marathon, they will earn plenty of rewards along the way and each stage they clear will allow them a set 10% discount on the purchase of the Strv K, and the 3D style. The Strv K also features its own Sabaton soundtrack and will allow you to earn bonds in Random Battles, so it’s a vehicle no tanker will want to miss out on, if not for owning a piece of World of Tanks history. The Spirit of War event will run from August 27 through September 6.

For more information about the Spirit of War event, visit worldoftanks.com.

Dead Space Livestream Announced

2021/08/30

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

This Tuesday, August 31 at 10:00 am PT / 1:00 pm ET, members of the Dead Space development team will be hosting a special Dead Space livestream for the community on the Motive Twitch channel.

During the livestream, fans will get a look at an early development build of the game and hear from Dead Space leads at Motive, including Senior Producer, Philippe Ducharme, and Creative Director, Roman Campos-Oriola, speak about their vision for this remake. In addition, the stream will also feature some special guests from the Dead Space Community Council, a group made up of some of the franchise’s biggest fans who have been consulting on this project.

It’s important to note that the build that will be shown in the livestream is an early prototype of the game and not final in any capacity; it is meant to illustrate Motive’s vision of Dead Space in motion for the community.

What: Dead Space Community Livestream and Early Look at the Development of the remake
Why: Motive is dedicated to developing Dead Space alongside the passionate Dead Space community and will be providing players with an early look at the creation of the game with an early development build to illustrate the vision of the remake
Who: Motive’s Senior Producer, Philippe Ducharme, and Creative Director, Roman Campos-Oriola; Dead Space Community Council members
When: Tuesday, August 31 at 10:00 am PT / 1:00 pm ET
Where: Motive Studios Twitch Page