Author - Jerry Paxton

Critical Role Unveils Five-City ‘Echoes of Exandria’ Tour for 2026

2025/07/16

Critical Role, a leader in innovative storytelling, today announced a slate of global live shows for 2026. The Echoes of Exandria tour will bring brand-new Exandrian one-shots to fans in Atlanta, Berlin, Edinburgh, London, and Fort Worth between May and December. Each live show will feature unique staging, surprise guests, and merch drops, with Beacon members enjoying early access to tickets through the platform’s exclusive pre-sale starting Tuesday, July 22 (visit Beacon.tv for membership information).

2025 marks Critical Role’s tenth anniversary, capping a decade of immersive programming, critically-acclaimed animation, best selling games, and sold-out live events. Rather than slow down, the team is channeling that momentum into 2026 and inviting Critters to experience Exandria together, in person, on stages built for epic tales. What began as a roleplaying game among friends has grown into one of the industry’s foremost independent entertainment leaders, dedicated to imagination, community, and collaborative worldbuilding.

“It is truly a gift and a privilege to have the opportunity to travel all over the world to bring Critical Role to our far-reaching community of nerds,” said Marisha Ray, Co-founder and Creative Director at Critical Role. “In many ways, this adventure is just the beginning!”

Produced in partnership with AEG, each live show is a unique story, woven into the world of Exandria and brought to life by founding cast members Matthew Mercer (serving as GM for the first four shows), Ashley Johnson, Marisha Ray, Taliesin Jaffe, Travis Willingham, Sam Riegel, Laura Bailey, and Liam O’Brien. The schedule kicks off in Atlanta on May 26, then crosses the Atlantic to Berlin on July 6 and Edinburgh on July 12, returns in the fall for London on October 26, and concludes in Fort Worth on December 3 where for the first time, Travis Willingham will serve as the evening’s Game Master (GM). In addition, Fan Experience tickets will be available for all shows except Edinburgh, providing attendees early entry, access to watch the 45-minute Q&A preshow, and the best seats in the house.

“We are so thrilled to be working with Critical Role again to bring their live shows to the world in 2026,” said Eliza-Jane Oliver, Promoter at AEG Presents. “We will be visiting some new and familiar cities in the Echoes of Exandria tour, including the first ever show in Germany at the Uber Arena in Berlin, the iconic arena in The O2 in London, Edinburgh Castle in Scotland, and two new exciting stops in the US, Atlanta and Fort Worth. I can’t wait for Critters all over the world to be able to experience Critical Role live in some of the greatest venues in the world.”

Further details on all events can be found below

Please visit critrole.com/events for more information

Atlanta, Georgia

May 26, 2026 at Gas South Arena

Beacon member presale: July 22
Venue/promoter presales: July 24
General on-sale: July 25

Berlin, Germany

July 6, 2026 at Uber Arena

Beacon member presale: July 22
Venue/promoter presale: July 24
General on-sale: July 25

Edinburgh, Scotland

July 12, 2026 at Edinburgh Castle

Beacon member presale: July 22
Promoter presale: July 24
General on-sale: July 25

London, England

October 26, 2026 at The O2

Beacon member presale: July 22
O2 presale: July 23
Promoter presale: July 24
General on-sale: July 25

Fort Worth, Texas

December 3, 2026 at Dickies Arena, Featuring Travis Willingham as GM

Beacon member presale: July 22
Local venue presale: July 24
General on-sale: July 25

Details on livestream or VOD availability, accessibility accommodations, and merchandise drops will be shared closer to each show through Critical Role’s official channels. Sign up for the Critical Role newsletter or follow Critical Role on TikTok at @CriticalRole and on Instagram at @Critical_Role to stay up-to-date on these anticipated announcements.

Sagat Coming to Street Fighter 6

2025/07/16

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Sagat plans to take control as he joins the Street Fighter™ 6 roster on August 5, 2025, across Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam! As the final boss in the original Street Fighter™ game, veterans and newcomers will be eager to reign supreme as the fearsome Sagat in Street Fighter 6. Sagat’s moveset is inspired by Muay Thai, a martial art and combat sport originating from Thailand, combined with uppercuts, knees, and an added twist…fireballs! Under Sagat’s rule, a new stage called Proud Spire will be released as well, featuring a calming temple and a peaceful Buddha statue in the background.

All hail for Emperor Sagat’s Gameplay Trailer here on YouTube, and for the latest assets and information on Street Fighter 6, visit the official Street Fighter 6 website.

Sagat’s regalia includes two Outfits – Outfit 1 is a newer look featuring a darker Muay Thai-inspired theme, while Outfit 2 is an ode to his Street Fighter II appearance where he dons Muay Thai shorts, plus hand and foot wraps which is common for many Muay Thai practitioners. Outfit 2 can be earned in World Tour by maxing out your bond with Sagat or purchased via Fighter Coins.

Year 3 Ultimate Pass and Year 3 Character Pass – both of which will unlock Sagat, the three remaining Year 3 characters, including C. Viper, Alex, and Ingrid, plus new Outfit colors and Drive Tickets – are available now for purchase across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, with both passes available for pre-order on Nintendo Switch 2. Content included in the pass will unlock starting when Sagat releases on August 5, 2025.

As displayed in the latest trailer, Sagat’s Muay Thai moveset focuses on crushing, hard-hitting blows courtesy of his big frame that also gives him solid kicks with notable physical range, including:

High Tiger Shot: Fire a ki blast forward to hit standing opponents, with the blast fired at different speeds depending on the button being pressed
Low Tiger Shot: Fire a ki blast forward that can hit crouching opponents. Use both fireballs to keep opponents guessing!
Tiger Uppercut: A powerful anti-air attack which the heavy version can be held down to send opponents flying
Tiger Knee Crush: Leap forward and catch opponents off guard with a powerful knee attack
Tiger Nexus: A brand new special move where Sagat strikes with his knee and can then be followed up with three different kicks – Mighty Tiger, Greedy Tiger, or Nova Tiger
Tiger Cannon: Sagat’s Level 1 Super Art, where he fires a mighty Tiger Shot
Savage Tiger: Sagat’s Level 2 Super Art, where after Sagat leaps forward, this Super Art can be followed up with four moves.
- Savage Tiger Raid: The highest damage of all the options
- Savage Tiger Zenith: Launches the opponent in the air and can be followed up with more attacks
- Savage Tiger Pendulum: Allows Sagat to switch places with his opponent
- Savage Tiger Stomp: Leaves Sagat close to the enemy, allowing for better “oki”
Tiger Vanquisher: Sagat’s Level 3 Super Art unleashes all of his power in a series of devastating kicks and a beastly uppercut

Additional Street Fighter 6 Updates:

Sagat Playable at EVO 2025: Before launch, fans have the opportunity to become one of the first to go hands-on with Sagat on the show floor at EVO 2025 in Las Vegas from August 1 – 3 at the Capcom booth, with more details to follow!
Hot Fighter Summer Fits: Dropping alongside Sagat are Outfit 4 swimsuits for seven characters, including Cammy, Luke, Chun-Li, Manon, Jamie, Kimberly and A.K.I.! Stay tuned for more Outfit 4 news soon!
“Coming up, better think fast” with the æspa Collab: As a reminder, players still have the chance to acquire Juri’s Outfit 4, inspired by the collaboration with the global phenom K-pop group æspa. Additionally, nævis is now a Real-Time Commentator and can be used for battles! Be sure to check out the decked out Battle Hub which is decorated for the æspa collab until August 4!

Future Street Fighter 6 Year 3 characters joining the roster include C. Viper (Autumn 2025), Alex (Early Spring 2026) and Ingrid (Late Spring 2026) so stay tuned for more news and updates on Street Fighter 6 coming soon!

Bus Simulator 27 Teaser Trailer Released

2025/07/16

Jerry Paxton

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

astragon Entertainment and developer Simteract are excited to announce the development of Bus Simulator 27. The Teaser Trailer offers a first look at the brand-new game world featured in the latest installment of the popular Bus Simulator series.

Whether in single-player or cooperative multiplayer mode, players will be able to build and manage their own bus company in a vibrant open-world setting. With Felicia Bay, Bus Simulator 27 introduces a fresh new game environment inspired by Southern Europe, featuring diverse districts, bustling streets, and impressive landmarks — made even more authentic and realistic than ever before thanks to Unreal Engine®5.

Thanks to new officially licensed brands and models, as well as iconic buses from previous entries, players can look forward to the most extensive bus fleet in the series’ history.

Bus Simulator 27 is being developed by the Polish studio Simteract, which has already gained experience with the development of several simulation games. Additionally, Simteract leverages proprietary technologies, including Traffic AI and City Generator, to create realistic urban environments.

More information about Bus Simulator 27 will be revealed in the future!

Razer Introduces Next-Generation Thunderbolt 5 Dock and Core X V2

2025/07/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the launch of two cutting-edge PC accessories powered by Thunderbolt™ 5: the Razer Thunderbolt™ 5 Dock and Razer Core X V2 external graphics enclosure.

Designed to elevate PC connectivity and external graphics capabilities, this powerful duo delivers expanded bandwidth, immersive display options, and modular flexibility for both work and play. Thunderbolt™ 5 sets a new benchmark in docking station with high-speed connectivity, offering peak transfer speeds of up to 120Gb/s—nearly 12 times faster than USB 3.0. This next-gen technology enables seamless operation of high-performance peripherals, ultra-fast storage, and drive multiple 4K displays, while also supporting daisy-chaining with other Thunderbolt™ devices for unmatched productivity and immersive gameplay.

Whether simplifying setups with a single-cable connection to a 4K triple-display configuration or boosting laptops with desktop-class GPU performance, Razer’s Thunderbolt™ 5 ecosystem delivers reliable performance, sleek cable management, and broad device compatibility.

“The Razer Thunderbolt 5 Dock is designed to meet the growing need for faster data transfer and robust multi-display support,” said Travis Furst, Head of Notebooks and Accessories at Razer. “With the Razer Core X V2, we’re extending that experience—delivering a high-performance external graphics boost that brings desktop graphics to laptops. Thanks to the support of the latest NVIDIA and AMD graphic cards, it’s a seamless upgrade that can transform ultra-thin Thunderbolt enabled laptops into creative or gaming workstations.”

“Razer continues to deliver on the promise of Thunderbolt™ 5: extreme performance, unmatched flexibility, and a seamless user experience. We’re proud to collaborate with Razer in shaping the future of mobile computing,” said Ben Hacker, General Manager of Client Connectivity Division at Intel.

Razer Thunderbolt™ 5 Dock: Speed and Storage Simplified

The Razer Thunderbolt™ 5 Dock is engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern workstations and gaming environments. With support for triple 4K displays, ultra-fast data transfer, and integrated storage, the dock consolidates multiple functions into a single, efficient hub. From creative professionals handling large media files to gamers seeking a clean, high-performance setup, the dock’s comprehensive port selection and Thunderbolt™ Share functionality make it a versatile solution for multi-device workflows.

Key features:

Triple 4K Display Support: Supports up to three 4K displays at 120Hz, delivering smooth, immersive visuals for both productivity and entertainment, ideal for those looking for a multi-monitor docking station.

Thunderbolt™ 5 Bandwidth: Offers ultra-fast data transfer speeds of up to 120Gb/s, enabling low-latency performance across connected devices, including USB-C Thunderbolt peripherals.

Storage and Sharing: Expands beyond the PC with up to 8TB of integrated SSD storage for rapid file access, while Thunderbolt™ Share enables seamless file transfers and multi-PC control with KVM-like functionality—enhancing multitasking and workspace efficiency.

Connect and Control – A Port for Everything: A single Thunderbolt™ 5 cable delivers expansive 11-in-1 connectivity for high-refresh monitors, gaming peripherals, external storage, and input devices. With multi-generation device support, it ensures seamless integration of both modern and legacy hardware while minimizing cable clutter for a cleaner, more efficient workspace.
Power Delivery: Equipped with a 250W power adapter capable of delivering up to 140W to connected laptops, supporting even the most power-hungry systems.

For more information on the Razer Thunderbolt 5 Dock, please visit: https://www.razer.com/gaming-pc-accessories/razer-thunderbolt-5-dock .

Razer Core X V2: Mobility Meets Desktop Performance

The Razer Core X V2 is a next-generation external graphics (eGPU) enclosure engineered to deliver desktop-class performance to Thunderbolt™ 4, Thunderbolt™ 5 and to select USB4 gaming laptops and handhelds, and other compatible devices. Designed for maximum flexibility and raw graphics power, it serves as a plug-and-play upgrade to transform your ultra-portable laptop into a desktop-class gaming, content creation, and future-ready setup.

Supporting full-sized PCIe graphics cards and standard ATX power supplies, the Core X V2 allows users to install the latest NVIDIA® GeForce® or AMD Radeon™ GPUs with ease. Thunderbolt™ 5 connectivity provides up to twice the bandwidth of Thunderbolt™ 4, enabling ultra-fast data transfer and seamless performance across a wide range of devices.

Installation is fast and intuitive making it easy to unlock desktop-class graphics with this external GPU in minutes. The enclosure features a ventilated steel chassis and a built-in 120 mm fan that automatically adjusts based on system load. For users seeking advanced control, Razer Synapse software enables custom fan curve tuning to optimize cooling and acoustics.

A single Thunderbolt™ 5 cable connects the Core X V2 to host devices, delivering desktop-class graphics on demand while providing up to 140W of charging power —making it an ideal solution for high-performance mobile computing.

For more information on the Razer Core X V2, please https://www.razer.com/gaming-egpus/razer-core-x-v2.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern Announces North American Tour Cast

2025/07/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

David Carpenter and Showpath Entertainment Ltd, producers of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern, are thrilled to announce the entire cast from the NYC production will hit the road for the first North American Tour. The acclaimed theatrical gaming experience will begin performances at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. this July before officially opening in August at the Broadway Playhouse in Chicago. For additional information and cities, please visit thetwentysidedtavern.com/tour.

The touring company includes Will Champion, RJ Christian, Jasmin Malave, Conner Marx, R. Alex Murray, Madelyn Murphy, Diego F. Salinas, Cassidy Sledge and Alex Stompoly.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, the World’s Greatest Roleplaying Game®, introduces DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern. This award-winning immersive theater experience takes audiences beyond the tabletop and onto the stage where each performance combines comedy, emotion, and thrilling moments to deliver a unique narrative shaped by the audience.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern has captivated audiences worldwide since premiering in New York City in May 2024, before making its international debut at the iconic Sydney Opera House in December 2024. During the groundbreaking New York engagement, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern received rave reviews. TimeOut NY hailed, “★ ★ ★ ★! Whether or not you know much about D&D going in, it’s an adventuring party you won’t want to miss.” Nerdist noted that DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern is, “RIP-ROARINGLY FUNNY.” Rolling Stone called it, “a show that weaves the UNPREDICTABILITY of improv and the game itself into a feat of controlled chaos.”

David Carpenter, Executive Producer and Creator of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern, stated, “I have had the extreme pleasure to spend the last year of my life with some of the most talented actors I’ve ever met during our run in NYC. It is a dream come true that the entire cast is taking their wit and whimsy and talent on National Tour. They are some of the funniest people I have ever met and the heart and soul of this magical show. I hope the rest of the country comes to be as entertained and inspired by them as I am.”

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern was created by David Carpenter and co-produced by David Carpenter and Showpath Entertainment Ltd under license by Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast.

GIANTS Software Goes Full Throttle at gamescom

2025/07/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Industry News, News

Visitors to the world’s largest gaming trade show will experience more horse-power at GIANTS Software’s booth than ever: In addition to the successful Farming Simulator 25 with its upcoming Highlands Fishing expansion, the publisher and developer extends its exhibition space to make room for the upcoming racing- simulation Project Motor Racing.

Stage Show & Project Motor Racing Playable for the Masses
While visitors at FarmCon, GIANTS Software’s very own convention, already caught a glimpse, gamescom attendees will get an updated and more polished version of Project Motor Racing to foretaste of asphalt soaked in adrenaline.

GIANTS and developer Straight4 will present Project Motor Racing with high-end racing rigs, while aspiring farmers can drive tractors with an authentic setup to operate tractors, harvesters and a whole fleet of other agricultural machinery. Stage shows to entertain the audience, frequent give-aways and more will await video gamers passing by the booth.

Massive Tractor and Legendary Race Car Mark the Booth
As is tradition, a huge, unmistakable tractor will mark the location of GIANTS Software in hall six (stand B061). In addition, a real Le Mans winner car will also be on display at the booth to draw attention to Project Motor Racing – both perfect photo opportunities.

While the tractor and race car may not be competing for attention, visitors can still compare their skills: In the Farming Simulator Championship, the goal is to stack bales as quickly and stable as possible, and the driver who completes the fastest lap in Project Motor Racing can call himself a real pro.

GIANTS Software is exhibiting at gamescom in Cologne from 20th – 24th August in the entertainment area in hall 6 and in the business area in hall 4.2 stand B42. Visit GIANTS Software.com, FarmingSimulator.com, Straight4.com, ProjectMotorRacing.com.

Anime Expo 2025 Wraps Four Days of Celebration

2025/07/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Industry News, News

Anime Expo, North America’s largest celebration of Japanese pop culture, has officially concluded its 34th edition at the Los Angeles Convention Center and surrounding L.A. LIVE venues. Organized by The Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA), the four-day, sold-out convention welcomed a turnstile attendance of over 410,000 fans from more than 65 countries, delivering an estimated economic impact of over $110 million to local hotels, restaurants, and businesses.

Despite the challenges faced earlier this year, Anime Expo once again united fans, creators, and industry leaders from across the globe for an unforgettable weekend filled with exclusive premieres, interactive panels, and immersive programming celebrating Japanese animation, video games, fashion, music, and art.

Anime Expo 2025 featured more than 1,300 hours of programming, including live concerts, world premieres, exclusive screenings, cosplay showcases, and special guest panels. This year’s guest roster included globally recognized names such as Naoki Yoshida, the visionary producer behind FINAL FANTASY XIV and XVI; Peach Pit, the acclaimed manga duo behind Rozen Maiden and Shugo Chara!; Mokumokuren, creator of the award-winning The Summer Hikaru Died; and Ryukishi07, known for the chilling yet heartfelt Higurashi and Umineko series. Anime Expo 2025 also welcomed Paru Itagaki, the mind behind SANDA, and Yasuto Sasada, a rising artist who captivated attendees with four days of live drawing and creative engagement. That’s not all, Sukeban, the Japanese female pro-wrestling league, held its first-ever World Championship Fight at Anime Expo. With so much more content, Anime Expo expanded its campus from the convention center to include Peacock Theater, Peacock Place, in addition to multiple street closures.

With Anime Expo’s exponential growth and evolving production needs, in addition to rising labor and venue costs, SPJA announced that it is actively evaluating the City of Los Angeles as its longtime home for Anime Expo. This follows the uncertainty around the long-anticipated expansion of the Los Angeles Convention Center, initially planned for completion ahead of the 2028 Olympic Games.

“The Los Angeles Convention Center has been our home for more than 15 years, and we are deeply grateful to the city and community for their ongoing support,” said Ray Chiang, CEO of SPJA. “However, our top priority has always been to deliver an exceptional experience for our attendees and partners. As we evaluate next steps, we remain committed to transparency and to finding the best possible path for Anime Expo’s future.”

SPJA begins planning for their next event known as anime expo chibi, a smaller-scale spinoff convention, scheduled for November 8-9, 2025 in Ontario, California. Attendees can purchase badges now through ShowClix.

For more details on Anime Expo, please visit the official website, and follow the official social channels for regular updates via Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

RØDE Unveils the Wireless Micro Camera Receiver

2025/07/15

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Tech News

RØDE has today announced the launch of the Wireless Micro Camera Receiver, a powerful new addition to the Wireless Micro ecosystem. Offered as a bonus inclusion for all Wireless Micro users, this latest innovation provides the flexibility to seamlessly switch from smartphone to camera setups, delivering pristine wireless audio from casual shoots to professional productions.

Designed for creators who demand simplicity, versatility, and impeccable sound, the Wireless Micro Camera Receiver is a compact on-camera solution that supports dual-channel wireless audio. It pairs effortlessly with up to two Wireless Micro transmitters and boasts universal camera compatibility. With user-friendly features like intuitive gain control, intelligent plug-in power detection for extended battery life, and best-in-class range, it’s the ideal companion for filmmakers and content creators working on-set or in the field.

“We know today’s creators are working across a wide range of devices,” said Damien Wilson, CEO of RØDE. “By extending the Wireless Micro’s functionality and offering the Camera Receiver as an additional creative solution, we’re once again delivering on our unwavering mission to deliver accessible, professional tools that evolve with the needs of modern content creation.”

This milestone is the latest in a series of accolades and advancements for the Wireless Micro. Recently crowned Rolling Stone’s Best Microphone of 2025, it was recognised as RØDE’s most accessible wireless system to date – praised for its ultra-compact form factor, intuitive design, and professional sound quality. Its capabilities were further expanded with the recent introduction of Bluetooth® functionality for iOS devices via Direct Connect, enabled through the RØDE Capture app.

Available in black or white, with USB-C or Lightning configurations, and bundled with a pocket-sized charging case offering up to 21 hours of battery life, the Wireless Micro has cemented its reputation as a revolutionary tool for content creators – now further enhanced by the addition of the newly announced Camera Receiver.

To claim a bonus Wireless Micro Camera Receiver, existing Wireless Micro users, and new customers in the United States, can simply register their product at account.rode.com and pay a small shipping fee, with no charge for the product itself. New customers purchasing the Wireless Micro from rode.com in Australia, the United Kingdom, and Europe have the option to add the Camera Receiver to their order at no extra cost.

Designed and manufactured in RØDE’s state-of-the-art facilities in Sydney, Australia, the Wireless Micro Camera Receiver exemplifies the brand’s dedication to excellence, innovation, and creator-focused solutions – reaffirming an ambition to simplify the creative process while delivering professional quality and value.

Key Features

Ultra-compact on-camera receiver compatible with up to two Wireless Micro transmitters
Best-in-class line of sight range for optimal flexibility in dynamic environments
Universal camera compatibility
Plug-in power detect for extended battery life during long shooting sessions
Dedicated gain control for perfectly balanced audio-in levels
Super compact, ultra-lightweight form factor with a sleek design for seamless integration into any camera setup
Designed and manufactured in RØDE’s state-of-the-art facilities in Sydney, Australia

RØDE’s Wireless Micro Camera Receiver ships worldwide and is available as a bonus inclusion for new and existing Wireless Micro users. New customers can purchase the Wireless Micro for US$149.

Bus Flipper: Renovator Simulator Release Date Reveal Trailer

2025/07/14

Jerry Paxton

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

Polden Publishing and developer Project Zima are delighted to announce that Bus Flipper: Renovator Simulator, a renovation sim for rusty old buses that’s like House Flipper on wheels, will launch on Steam on July 31, 2025, for $12.95 with a 25% launch discount. Gear up and turn rust buckets into masterpieces: smash through clutter, scrub away grime and give these forgotten vehicles new life by turning them into cozy motorhomes, quirky food trucks and more!

Step into the boots of a one-man renovation crew in Bus Flipper: Renovator Simulator! Buy abandoned buses, vans and RVs, clean out years of rust and dust, and unleash your creative side as you make them ready for sale. Work on iconic vehicles like the American school bus or a strangely familiar multi-level magic bus.

Complete missions to grow your business and skills as a bus flipper: clean up absolutely-not-illegal science gear in a rusty motorhome or restore a bus after a speedy trip across LA. Flex your interior design muscles with free-form customization, where you can personalize projects with interactive décor, demolish old interiors to make them feel like new, or tear everything down and rebuild from the wheels up.

Drive Iconic Vehicles: Go hands-on with diesel-powered city buses, magical multilevel buses and everything in between. Build up your vehicles and drive them around!
Fuel Your Customization: Rebuild from the ground up, install new walls and finish surfaces with tile or panels, and personalize your creations with interactive TVs, radios, swivel chairs and more.
Build Your Business: Complete missions to grow your skill set, tackle side-quests to earn extra cash, and spend it in the marketplace or reinvest it in your business.

Ready to get your hands dirty and work on iconic vehicles? Wishlist Bus Flipper: Renovator Simulator on Steam now! The full game will be available on Steam on July 31, 2025.

Peacock Action-comedy Original Series Twisted Metal Season Two Crashes Into Comic Con

2025/07/14

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Movie News, News, SDCC

Peacock action-comedy original series twisted metal season two crashes into comic con with a full-throttle bumper car activation at San Diego Comic-Con. Exclusive Sneak-Peek at Peacock’s Twisted Metal Season Two with EP/Star Anthony Mackie to Take Place on Thursday, July 24 in Ballroom 20.

THURSDAY, JULY 24-SATURDAY JULY 26

TWISTED METAL BUMPER BATTLE

Fans will step into a post-apocalyptic world filled with bumper-to-bumper chaos at Peacock’s Twisted Metal Bumper Battle. As an homage to the Twisted Metal tournament at the forefront of season two, fans will be able to choose their ride, featuring the show’s most iconic vehicles reimagined as bumper cars, and take part in their own version of the Calypso hosted derby. In addition to the bumper car experience, fans can expect epic photo ops, a display of some of the tournament cars featured in the series, surprise and delight moments, and pandemonium around every corner.

WHEN: Thursday, July 24 – Saturday, July 26

HOURS:

Thursday, July 24th 12PM – 4PM
Friday, July 25th 12PM – 6PM
Saturday, July 26th 12PM – 6PM

WHERE: THE LOT @ 1ST & J – 450 2nd Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Event is free and open to the public. No badge required. Entry and bumper car participation are first come, first served, and not guaranteed. Waivers must be signed by all riders and passengers.

THURSDAY, JULY 24

SNEAK PEEK AT PEACOCK’S ACTION-COMEDY TWISTED METAL SEASON TWO

Executive producers Michael Jonathan Smith, Asad Qizilbash (PlayStation Productions), EP/star Anthony Mackieand cast Stephanie Beatriz, Joe Seanoa and Anthony Carrigan offer an exclusive sneak peek at season two of Peacock’s high-octane action comedy Twisted Metal, which follows John Doe and Quiet who find themselves entering the deadly TWISTED METAL tournament, a sinister demolition derby hosted by a mysterious man known as Calypso. Moderated by Perri Nemiroff of Collider.

WHEN: 3:00 – 4:00 PM PT

WHERE: Ballroom 20

SATURDAY, JULY 26

PEACOCK’S TWISTED METAL SEASON TWO: SPECIAL ADVANCE SCREENING

An exclusive advance screening of the first two episodes of Twisted Metal Season Two before premiering on Peacock on Thursday, July 31. In Season Two John Doe (Anthony Mackie) and Quiet (Stephanie Beatriz) enter the deadly TWISTED METAL tournament hosted by Calypso (Anthony Carrigan), where they’ll battle new foes and familiar faces, including the murderous clown Sweet Tooth (Joe Seanoa and Will Arnett).

WHEN: 10:00 – 11:15 PM PT

WHERE: Room 6DE