Author - Jerry Paxton

The Planet Coaster: Ghostbusters Out Now

2019/06/04

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

Cambridge, UK – 4 June 2019 – Featuring an all new story-driven scenario, new gameplay mechanics, plus new rides, characters and scenery straight from the classic 1984 movie, this new Planet Coaster content pack provides everything players need to create the most authentic Ghostbusters entertainment park seen in a videogame, including:

A fully-voiced, narrative campaign featuring the voice talents of Dan Aykroyd and William Atherton.
Classic Ghostbusters characters such as Raymond Stantz, Slimer, the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man and a few surprises!
Authentic scenery pieces and sounds straight from the 1984 original movie, including the Ghostbusters HQ, ECTO-1 and Ray Parker Jr’s classic Ghostbusters theme.
A new in-game interactive ghostbusting ride, The Ghostbusters Experience.
A new, in-game Slimer-themed kiddie coaster, the RollerGhoster.

CW Announces Two Sentence Horror Stories Coming this August

2019/06/04

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News

JUNE 3, 2019 – The CW is adding to its summer lineup with a new anthology series, TWO SENTENCE HORROR STORIES, that will consist of eight singularly themed half-hours featuring Nicole Kang (“Batwoman”), Jim Parrack (“Suicide Squad”) and Aleyse Shannon (“Charmed”), among others. TWO SENTENCE HORROR STORIES will premiere with back-to-back episodes Thursday, August 8 (8:00-8:30PM ET/PT and 8:30-9:00PM ET/PT).

Executive produced by Vera Miao (“Best Friends Forever”), Emily Wiedemann (“Creative Control”) and Chazz Carfora (“Stories From The Felt”), TWO SENTENCE HORROR STORIES is from Stage 13 in association with Warner Bros.

LOGLINE:
Contemporary tales of horror and haunting for the diverse and digital age. Inspired by the viral fan fiction of two sentence horror stories, this anthology series taps into universal primal fears, filtered through the anxieties of the most connected and racially diverse generation. Despite dizzying advancements in technology, inequality, social progress, and environmental degradation…the things that haunt us are still the same.

CREATED BY:
Vera Miao

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS:
Vera Miao (“Best Friends Forever”)
Emily Wiedemann (“Creative Control”)
Chazz Carfora (“Stories From The Felt”)

CAST (EPISODE):

Nicole Kang (“Batwoman”) as Hana (Gentleman)

Jim Parrack (“The Deuce”) as Ken (Gentleman)

Aleyse Shannon (“Charmed”) as Karine (Tutorial)

Greta Quispe (“New Amsterdam”) as Araceli (Hide)

Wai Ching Ho (“The Defenders”) as Ma (Legacy)

Kate Jennings (Notorious”) as Dr. Lucie (Scion)

DIRECTORS (EPISODE):

Vera Miao (Legacy, Squirm)

Tayarisha Poe (Little Monsters, Tutorial)

Rania Attieh & Daniel Garcia (Hide)

Natalia Iyudin (Gentleman, Scion)

Nikyatu (Only Child)

WRITERS (EPISODE):

Vera Miao (Little Monsters, Squirm)

Leon Hendrix III (Hide, Only Child)

C.S. McMullen (Gentleman, Tutorial)

Pornsak Pichetshote (Legacy)

Stephanie Adams-Santos (Hide)

Sehaj Sethi (Hide, Scion)

Oculus Rift and Oculus Rift S Owners Can Redeem Two Free Months of Viveport Infinity

2019/06/03

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

San Francisco, CA – June 3, 2019 – Starting today, Oculus Rift and Oculus Rift S owners can redeem two free months of Viveport Infinity, VIVEPORT’s™ unlimited VR subscription service. For the month of June, new and existing Infinity members can redeem two months of unlimited access to hundreds of top VR titles in the subscription service in addition to all membership perks and benefits such as purchase discounts and access to Viveport Video.

Viveport Infinity is the first unlimited and platform agnostic subscription service for virtual reality. At $12.99 a month, or less with a prepaid annual subscription, Viveport Infinity offers the opportunity to try hundreds of VR’s popular and indie titles at an accessible price. New titles are added frequently to the library as Viveport constantly adds value to the service. In May, popular titles such as HBO’s Game of Thrones experience, Beyond the Wall, and The Binary Mill’s RUSH and Gun Club VR were made available in Viveport Infinity.

Having just launched in April, Viveport Infinity has already increased revenues for developers and value for members. Compared to last year, developers are now earning 3x more revenue per subscriber. More developers are now monetizing a single member as customers are selecting 2x more titles. In addition, Infinity members are saving by trialing new content to inform their purchasing decisions. With Viveport Infinity, Oculus Rift users can capture a savings valued at over $3,000 through the service.

New Oculus Rift or Rift S Viveport Infinity members who sign up for the standard 14-day free trial in June will find a two-month Infinity code in their account before their free trial ends. All current Viveport Infinity users with an Oculus Rift or Oculus Rift S headset will find their account automatically updated with two-free months on June 3. In addition, this offer will extend to Valve Index owners who will be able to redeem their two-free months of Viveport Infinity later this summer as headsets become available. Developers will continue to earn 80% revenue share for their Viveport Infinity titles during this promotional period. More information on how to redeem can be found in this guide:

https://www.campaign.viveport.com/en-oculus-rift-campaign

Universal Studios Hollywood Fourth of July Fireworks Announced

2019/06/03

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

Universal City, California, June 3, 2019 – Universal Studios Hollywood lights up the night sky with its first-ever July 4th fireworks celebration, inviting guests to enjoy a spectacular aerial display that will take place in multiple locations within the theme park.

This exciting new addition is included in the price of admission to Universal Studios Hollywood.

As the spirit of Independence Day sweeps across the theme park, guests can toast the day by enjoying the theme park’s many popular rides and attractions, before the festive pyrotechnics extravaganza, synchronized to a score of Universal-themed music and patriotic favorites, begins at 9:30pm.

In addition to the fireworks display, guests can delight in the return of “Dark Arts at Hogwarts™ Castle” as it illuminates the evening sky with nightly shows featuring lights, music and special effects within “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.” The program runs from Saturday, June 22 to Sunday, August 11.

Sparks also will fly the moment guests step aboard the world-famous Studio Tour and take a wild ride on “Fast & Furious—Supercharged” or when they meet Stuart, Tim and Tom on “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and join Optimus Prime on a search for the All-Spark on “Transformers™: The Ride 3-D.” From “Revenge of the Mummy—The Ride” and “The Simpsons Ride” to “King Kong 360 3D,” “The Walking Dead” attraction and “WaterWorld,” electricity is in the air.

With so much to see and do at Universal Studios Hollywood, the new California Neighbor Pass invites guests to experience 175 days of fun for $149 when purchased online. Visit UniversalStudiosHollywood.com for more details. Blackout dates and restrictions apply.

More information is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.Universal Orlando Resort also will celebrate Independence Day with three days packed with family-friendly excitement from July 4-6. Guests can enjoy a character dance party, amazing pyrotechnics, thrilling rides and live musical performances.

Discovery Launches Discovery Game Studios

2019/06/03

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Industry News, News

New York, NY – June 3, 2019 – Discovery, Inc., the global leader in real-life entertainment, today announced the official launch of Discovery Game Studios, which will serve as a hub for the creation, licensing and distribution of games for PC, video game consoles and mobile game platforms. The games are inspired by Discovery’s extensive list of iconic television series from networks including Discovery Channel, Animal Planet, ID, HGTV and TLC. Discovery Game Studios is currently working directly with major game developer partners, such as Ubisoft, Jam City, Playway Games, Code Horizon Studios and Gamaga, to create and distribute games worldwide that will continue to super-serve Discovery’s superfans in the content areas they love.

“As Discovery continues to evolve and lead in the digital media world, we are always working to find new and exciting ways to interact with our fans and give them more content from their favorite shows,” said Matt Bonaccorso, Director, Marketing and Digital Products at Discovery, Inc. “Whether it’s exploring the world’s harshest environments or most stunning animal life, or investigating true crimes or perfect dress options, Discovery Game Studios is focused on creating innovative and interactive experiences that not only build upon the success of our series, but also surprise and delight our fans.”

“I am incredibly proud to lead Discovery’s innovative and passionate international consumer products team,” said Ian Woods, SVP, International Consumer Products at Discovery, Inc. “With digital games now falling within that organization, Discovery can truly deliver to consumers across all categories and touchpoints of our business.”

With a catalogue of 12 titles currently on the market and another dozen in the works, available games include Gold Rush: The Game, Diesel Brothers: Truck Building Simulator, Red Crimes, Wheeler Deals, Street Outlaws and Discovery #MINDBLOWN, to name a few. Exciting upcoming titles include Deadliest Catch: The Game, Moonshiners: The Game and Naked & Afraid Survival Challenge. Working with a licensed business model, Discovery Game Studios employs an expertise in game design to create the best possible offerings in each genre across all titles. As a global team, they also successfully distribute across international markets.

To learn more about Discovery Game Studios and see a full list of games, visit the website at https://www.games.discovery.com/. Additional information can be found on the Discovery Game Studios Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/DiscoveryGameStudios/.

Tour de France 2019 Features Trailer

2019/06/03

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

Lesquin, 3 June 2019 – The Giro d’Italia has just come to an end, and the next major race is the Tour de France 2019, with the video game adaptation due for release June 27 on Xbox One and PlayStation®4. To keep cycling fans happy until then, Bigben and Cyanide are pleased to present what’s new in the 2019 version of the official game, whose cover will feature BORA-hansgrohe team cyclist and three-time world champion, Peter Sagan.

Tour de France 2019 builds on the solid foundation that made this long-running series such a success by creating an enhanced experience with innovative new features.

Race as one of the game’s 761 cyclists in the 21 faithfully recreated stages of the Tour de France 2019 that celebrates the 100 year anniversary of the Yellow Jersey, including this year’s official Tour de France route. With completely reworked AI, the peloton behaves much more realistically: your positioning and the choices you make are crucial if you are to lead your team to victory.

Two new game modes have been added to the 2019 version:

– Online multiplayer mode: for the first time, you can pit yourself against other cyclists over short races in an online multiplayer mode for up to four players simultaneously. For even more of an adrenaline rush, the challenges are back this year, so you can experience the thrills of descents and the intensity of sprints! It’s your chance to achieve the best times and climb your way to the top of the online rankings.

– The world championships: in this new mode, players can lead a team or national team. If your cyclist’s results are good enough at the end of the season, he may be selected to represent his country in the World Championship to try and win the legendary rainbow jersey!

In addition to the Tour de France, players can compete in four other official races in Tour de France 2019. The legendary Tour of Flanders makes its debut alongside other renowned races: Paris-Roubaix, Paris-Nice and the Critérium du Dauphiné.

Jurassic World Evolution: Claire’s Sanctuary DLC Announced

2019/06/03

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

Cambridge, UK – 3 June 2019 – Frontier Developments plc today announced the Jurassic World Evolution: Claire’s Sanctuary premium downloadable content pack, coming 18 June 2019 for PC, the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and the Xbox One all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft. Based on Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment’s blockbuster franchise, and created in collaboration with Universal Games and Digital Platforms, Jurassic World Evolution: Claire’s Sanctuary expands the game with new missions, new dinosaurs and an all-new Jurassic World Evolution story.

See the Jurassic World Evolution: Claire’s Sanctuary announce trailer here.

Sinister Pointe Announces Interactive Horror Pop Up Bar for 2019

2019/05/31

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News

Brea, CA – Sinister Pointe Productions is pleased to announce its next immersive undertaking, the interactive horror themed pop-up bar Spirit Lounge. On select nights beginning August 8th, Spirit Lounge will welcome foolish mortals to immerse themselves in wall to wall, floor to ceiling terror. Fans of the strange and unusual will be amazed by interactive displays, movie memorabilia, picturesque photo ops and roaming entertainment. Featuring an indoor and outdoor bar, unique specialty cocktails, classic horror flicks on the television and more, the Spirit Lounge is the perfect place for the wicked to rest, or to party!

“I have been working on the concept for the Spirit Lounge for years,” says Jeff Schiefelbein, owner of Sinister Pointe Productions. “I’ve been inspired by tons of interactive bars around the country. I’m so excited to bring something truly unique and thrilling to horror fans.”

General and ‘RIP Disembodied’ Reservations are available now at http://www.sinisterpointe.com. Spirit Lounge is located in Brea, CA and is open on select nights August 8th – September 1st. Act fast, space is limited and reservations are suggested. We’re dying to meet you!

For more information on Spirit Lounge visit:
Website: http://www.sinisterpointe.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sinisterpointe/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sinisterpointe
Twitter: https://twitter.com/sinisterpointe
#SpiritLoungePopUp

Skybound Games and Beamdog Bringing D&D Classic Games to Console

2019/05/31

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 News

LOS ANGELES – May 31, 2019 – Skybound Games and Beamdog announced today that enhanced editions of several classic Dungeons & Dragons fantasy role-playing videogames – including Baldur’s Gate, the Baldur’s Gate: Siege of Dragonspear expansion, Baldur’s Gate II, Planescape: Torment, Icewind Dale and Neverwinter Nights – will be available on consoles this fall and for the first time on both PlayStation®4 and Nintendo Switch.

Physical editions of Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition will arrive at major retailers on Dec. 3, 2019, in North America and Dec. 6 in other territories, while the other titles will arrive earlier, on Sept. 24, 2019, in North America and Sept. 27 in other territories. All physical editions will be released for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch™. Available for $49.99 each, these special boxed editions include:

The Baldur’s Gate: Enhanced Edition Pack: Celebrating the series’ 20^th anniversary, the original Baldur’s Gate: Enhanced Edition and its sequel, Baldur’s Gate II: Enhanced Edition, return with all DLC and restored quest content, as well as the Baldur’s Gate: Siege of Dragonspear expansion, featuring new original content developed by Beamdog to bridge the two games.
Planescape: Torment: Enhanced Edition / Icewind Dale Enhanced Edition: Two must-play games and all their DLC in one package – the chilling Icewind Dale: Enhanced Edition, plus its expansions, and the enhanced edition of 1999’s RPG of the Year, Planescape: Torment.
Neverwinter Nights: Enhanced Edition: The 2002 Computer RPG of the Year and all its DLC deliver 10 standalone D&D-based adventures featuring co-op and online multiplayer.

Tailored for a natural gameplay experience on consoles, these enhanced editions give longtime fans and newcomers alike the opportunity to play these critically acclaimed adventures from a golden age of RPGs in a whole new way. Beamdog has upgraded all of the above titles with native support for high-resolution widescreen displays, controls optimized for console controllers, new standalone content, new characters and classes, new voice sets, expanded character creation options, improved multiplayer functionality, redesigns of the UI and UX, bug fixes, balance changes and more. For complete breakdowns of the content available with each title, visit: https://www.skybound.com/dnd-enhanced-editions

“It’s such a pleasure to celebrate the 20^th anniversary of one of the most legendary RPGs of all time, the original Baldur’s Gate, as well as the iconic games it inspired, by bringing these special enhanced editions to a new generation of players and platforms,” said Skybound Games CEO Ian Howe.

“It’s been nearly two decades since Baldur’s Gate was born from a D&D campaign between me and the game’s co-creators,” said Trent Oster, Beamdog CEO. “The longevity of this series and the games that followed has been both humbling and rewarding. Our team is thrilled to continue that tradition by finally making this wealth of amazing storytelling and gameplay available to everyone on modern consoles.”

Each game will also be available to purchase for digital download individually upon release through the PlayStation®Store, Xbox Games Store and Nintendo eShop.

Rebellion Unveils E3 2019 Lineup

2019/05/31

Jerry Paxton

E3, Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

Oxford, May 31st 2019 – Independent UK developer and publisher Rebellion have unveiled their line-up for next month’s E3 conference in Los Angeles, USA.

The studio have revealed it’s bringing THREE titles to the show: EVIL GENIUS 2, SNIPER ELITE VR and a NEW MAJOR UNANNOUNCED TITLE.

Rebellion first announced EVIL GENIUS 2 in June 2017, much to the delight of would-be masterminds across the globe. Rebellion will show the world-domination sim to press for the first time at E3 2019, and fans can look forward to more details on the highly anticipated PC sequel during the show. A special debut trailer will be unveiled during the PC Gaming Show.

Earlier this year Rebellion announced it was working on a standalone Sniper Elite game for VR devices being developed in partnership with Just Add Water. Now it has an official title: SNIPER ELITE VR. Press will not only see Sniper Elite VR for the first time ever but be able to go hands-on with it at this year’s E3.

Finally, Rebellion will unveil a NEW MAJOR UNANNOUNCED TITLE for consoles and PC at E3. The mystery game will be announced during the PC Gaming Show, which will be streamed live on Twitch starting 10AM PDT, 6PM BST on June 10th.