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EA PLAY 2019 Live Stream Schedule Announced

2019/05/29
Jerry Paxton
E3, Geek News, News

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — Today, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced its full livestream schedule for EA PLAY 2019 with three hours of content, highlighting six blockbuster franchises comprised of dedicated streams that show more of the games themselves. Each stream will be hosted by big name personalities like Greg Miller and Julia Hardy that fans will surely recognize as they’ve got the inside scoop of what’s to come. The livestream will kickoff this year’s EA PLAY at the Hollywood Palladium starting at 9:15am PT on Saturday, June 8 as the event will then open up to many other activities throughout the weekend including watching exciting demos, playing the newest games, meeting passionate developers and more.

Here’s the full livestream schedule for the show:

  • 9:15am: Countdown to EA PLAY
  • 9:30am: Star Wars™ Jedi: Fallen Order™
    • Hosted by Greg Miller and Andrea Rene
  • 10:00am: Apex Legends™
    • Hosted by Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez
  • 10:30am: Battlefield™ V
    • Hosted by Julia Hardy and Adam Freeman (EA)
  • 11:00am: FIFA 20
    • Hosted by Alex “Goldenboy” Mendez
  • 11:30am: Madden NFL 20
    • Hosted by Adam Rank
  • 12:00pm: The Sims™ 4
    • Hosted by Andrea Rene

For those watching from home, everyone can tune into EA.com or EA’s YouTube or Twitch channels. If fans are only interested in a couple of the games, they can also tune in at the specific times listed above. For all EA PLAY content throughout the weekend, including exclusive gameplay reveals, developer talks and breaking news, fans should stay locked to EA.com.

For those attending in person, EA PLAY is all about the games and all about the fun, and here are a few additional things to expect at this two-day celebration from June 8 to June 9.

  • Try to score a TD via the JuJu Smith-Schuster fan experience
  • Star Wars™ Jedi: Fallen Order™ theater experience
  • Star Wars™ Jedi: Fallen Order™ photo opportunity
  • Merchandise booth with brand-new Apex Legends™ gear for sale
  • Custom EA SPORTS FIFA soccer pitch
  • And more!

For more information and timings for all of these great onsite experiences, please download the EA PLAY app. The app is available on the App Store or Google Play. Tickets are also still available and they’re completely free*, so fans can register at http://www.ea.com/eaplay2019.

Assetto Corsa Competizione Launch Trailer

2019/05/29
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

ROME, MAY 29, 2019 –  Assetto Corsa Competizione,  the official Blancpain GT Series game developed by KUNOS Simulazioni and published by 505 Games leaves Early Access today with version 1.0 available now on Steam for$ 44.99. The anticipated next-gen racing sim launches with a limited time discount of 10% off.

Assetto Corsa Competizione allows players to experience the real atmosphere of the FIA ​​GT3 homologated championship, including official drivers, teams, cars and circuits, reproduced in-game with the highest level of accuracy. Developed using Unreal Engine 4 to ensure a visual treat, Assetto Corsa Competizione sets a new standard in driving realism and immersion, including the introduction of variable weather conditions and night races to influence challenge and racing strategies.

Virtual drivers will experience a simulation of the Blancpain GT Series by taking the wheel of one of the game’s featured luxury motorcars including Ferraris, Lamborghinis and Aston Martins, or choose from a number of other prestigious GT racing cars, all replicated with an outstanding level of detail.

Using LaserScan technology, every official circuit has been recreated with precision with the utmost accuracy, a level of detail appreciated by the real-life drivers of Blancpain GT Series who actively took part in the development process and use Assetto Corsa Competizione to train before the actual races.

“Never take anything for granted, even if you have the Assetto Corsa experience behind you! Assetto Corsa Competizione has been completely rebuilt from scratch, not only to best harness and adapt to the Unreal Engine 4 capabilities, but also to define a new standard in terms of realism and car handling,” said Maro Massarutto, co-founder and brand & product manager of Kunos Simulazioni. “The opportunity of working with SRO GT Series has allowed us to furtherly extend our know-how and our specialization in responding to players’ needs, as well as those of real drivers. Reaching the finish line was not easy, but it certainly was exciting and satisfying, also thanks to the support of our incredible community, which once again understood and grasped the spirit and value of the Early Access program at its best. But our challenge is yet to be finished: even after the release of version 1.0, we will continue to work on expanding and improving Assetto Corsa Competizione to the best of our abilities”.

The final version 1.0 of Assetto Corsa Competizione includes the following key features:

  • MULTIPLAYER AND SINGLEPLAYER MODES: Assetto Corsa Competizione will have an advanced ranking system which evaluates both individual performance and driving behavior, rewarding the most virtuous drivers and promoting fair play in online competitions. Thanks to an efficient matchmaking feature that evaluates and ranks players based on their driving skills and fair play, multiplayer matches will be both thrilling and well-balanced. Career, Championship and Free Play modes will offer a complete and customizable gaming experience, suitable for players of every skill level
  • CHAMPIONSHIP AND CAREER MODES: Assetto Corsa Competizione includes a brand-new Career Mode designed in collaboration with Lamborghini Squadra Corse and official driver Mirko Bortolotti – Blancpain GT Series champion 2017 – who

will introduce players to the first driving tests, giving them precious suggestions to start their adventure in the Blancpain GT Series. This mode allows users to create their own racing team to take on all driving tests and racing weekends with an astonishing level of realism and with the main objective of any professional driver: to win. Championship mode allows to virtually reproduce the Blancpain GT Series Season in the shoes of one of the official drivers.

  • REALISTIC WEATHER CONDITIONS: Assetto Corsa Competizione includes competitions of different lenghts – from Sprint 60’ races to the famous Spa 24H Endurance race – which give to players the chance to experience variable weather conditions during the whole race, influencing the track’s visibility and car handling. The possibility to set different weather conditions help to create races that are always different, with outcomes that are never given for granted.
  • THE MOST ACCURATE CIRCUITS: Thanks to LaserScan technology, every official circuit is recreated with the utmost accuracy: All curbs and details perfectly replicate their real counterparts, granting a gaming experience as faithful to reality as possible.
  • ADVANCED VISUAL AND AUDIO EFFECTS: Unreal Engine 4 grants photorealistic rendering and an accurate representation of scenarios, car materials and weather conditions. Thanks to the multi-channel audio sampling of real GT cars, the game conveys captivating and immersive acoustic surroundings and realistic environmental effects.

 Assetto Corsa Competizione, is available in version 1.0 on Steam beginning today for $44.99 with a limited time discount of 10% off. For further information on Assetto Corsa Competizione, check the official site http://assettocorsa.net/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook

Razer Unveils Mercury Edition Peripherals

2019/05/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Peripherals News

SAN FRANCISCO, USA – Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today unveiled the latest high-performance gaming peripherals and accessories reborn in stylish white Mercury editions.

Razer’s 2019 Mercury Collection includes:

  • Razer Atheris wireless mouse
  • Razer Basilisk gaming mouse
  • Razer Goliathus Extended Chroma mouse mat
  • Razer BlackWidow Lite keyboard
  • Razer Huntsman gaming keyboard
  • Razer Kraken gaming headset
  • Razer Raiju Tournament Edition controller for PS4
  • Razer Seiren X microphone
  • Razer Base Station Chroma headset stand

First launched in 2017, the Mercury Collection appeals to the fashion-conscious PC or console user who wants a clean, sleek look to the desktop. The matt white, silver and grey finishes bring a minimalist look to Razer’s most popular products, giving the perfect mix of style and performance. “Gamers demand absolute attention to detail and style for their gaming gear,” says Razer Co-Founder and CEO Min-Liang Tan. “The Razer Mercury Collection will transform your gaming experience with the minimalist look that will never go out of fashion.”

For more information, please visit https://www.razer.com/campaigns/mercury

For users looking to complete their Mercury Collection with a powerful and portable gaming laptop, the critically acclaimed Razer Blade 15is already available in a classy, white Mercury edition that seamlessly fits in their peripherals setup.

If you prefer to rock your world in shocking pink, Razer peripherals are also available in Quartz pink editions.

RAZER 2019 MERCURY COLLECTION PRODUCT LINEUP

Razer Atheris – Mercury Edition

USD $49.99 / €49.99 MSRP

Optimized for both work and play, the wireless Razer Atheris is packed with features such as industry-leading signal stability, dual-connectivity, and up to 300 hours of continuous use*, all in a pocket-sized ergonomic body, focused on delivering performance and productivity.

For more information, please see here.

*Battery life may vary based on connection type.

Razer Basilisk – Mercury Edition
USD $69.99 / €69.99 MSRP

Armed with features such as a removable multi-function paddle and a dial for adjusting scroll wheel resistance, the Razer Basilisk offers a dynamic range of options to augment your performance and take your gaming experience further.

It features Razer Chroma™ lighting that allows customization with up to 16.8 million color options.

For more information, please see here.

Razer Goliathus Extended Chroma – Mercury Edition

USD $59.99 / €79.99 MSRP

Our bestselling soft gaming mouse mat powered by Razer Chroma™ – ready to illuminate every victory in a spectrum of colors. Watch your game light up with vivid brilliance as you swipe across the Razer Goliathus Chroma with speed and precision.

For more information, please see here.

Razer BlackWidow Lite – Mercury Edition

USD $89.99 / €99.99 MSRP

It’s time to reconsider the tools you use every day—meet the Razer BlackWidow Lite. It melds the fast responsiveness for gaming with toned down features to be subtle for the office. High performance keys with o-ring sound dampeners, and true white LED backlighting keep you focused and productive as you type away even into the late hours.

For more information, please see here.

Razer Huntsman – Mercury Edition

USD $149.99 / €159.99 MSRP

Designed with Opto-Mechanical Switches and Razer Chroma-backlit keys, the Razer Huntsman provides the fastest key actuation within Razer’s keyboard line. Razer Opto-Mechanical™ Switches use optical technology – an infrared light beam inside each switch – to precisely detect actuation when a key is pressed. You’ve never experienced speed like this before.

For more information, please see here.

Razer Kraken – Mercury Edition

USD $79.99 / €79.99 MSRP

The 3rd generation Razer Kraken is the wired headset of choice for competitive gamers, with 50 mm drivers for powerful and clear sound. It’s engineered for long-lasting comfort with cooling-gel cushions, while a retractable microphone ensures your shot calls are always delivered in absolute clarity.

For more information, please see here.

Razer Raiju Tournament Edition – Mercury Edition

USD $149.99 / €149.99 MSRP

The Razer Raiju Tournament Edition is the first fully modular wireless PlayStation®4 controller to have a mobile configuration app, enabling control from remapping multi-function buttons to adjusting sensitivity clutch options. Mecha-Tactile Action Buttons provide a soft cushioned touch with crisp tactile feedback. The Raiju Tournament Edition also delivers total control with 4 remappable multi-function buttons and Hair Trigger Mode for quick-firing action.

The Razer Raiju Tournament Edition is available in Europe, Asia and Oceania.

For more information, please see here.

Razer Seiren X – Mercury Edition

USD $99.99 / €109.99 MSRP

Designed and tested by top streamers, the Razer Seiren X Mercury microphone is the key to getting heard in the mightiest way possible. Backed by the best microphone technology, it’s the first step to taking live streaming to new broadcasting heights.

For more information, please see here.

Razer Base Station Chroma – Mercury Edition

USD $59.99 / €69.99 MSRP

The Razer Base Station Chroma is a multi-function headset stand with a 3-port USB 3.0 hub for maximum efficiency. It features Razer Chroma backlight for a complete Chroma gaming setup.

For more information, please see here.

AVAILABILITY

Razer.com – 28th May, 2019
Worldwide – 28th May, 2019
China – 24th May 2019

Layers of Fear 2 Launch Trailer

2019/05/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY and CRACOW, POLAND May 28th, 2019 – Gun Media, publisher of Friday the 13th: The Game, and Bloober Team, the critically acclaimed developer of the cyberpunk-horror game >observer_, are excited to announce that Layers of Fear 2, follow up to the psychological horror title Layers of Fear, with voice acting led by award winning horror icon Tony Todd, is available now on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.

“The anticipation is killing us as we’re on the verge of bringing you the sequel to our most successful game – Layers of Fear 2. It will be an uncanny experience for the players and we’re seriously counting hours to read and see what they think of it. It’s a sum of extremely hard work, vision and passion of the development team here in Bloober, but also the sweat and blood (horror, right?!) of Gun, who proved to be the best of the best with supporting us.” said Rafał Basaj, Brand Manager at Bloober Team. “I hope you all enjoy this madness trip of artistry, self-discovery and fear. Please enjoy the game!”

“When we partnered with Bloober Team over a year ago, we knew they had something special in Layers of Fear 2,” said Ismael Vicens, Senior Producer at Gun Media. “Our shared love of horror coupled with their craftsmanship gave all of us the passion, confidence, and drive needed to make this experience as terror-filled and impressive as we knew it could be. It’s been an honor to work with Bloober Team and help them present horror fans with their next masterpiece.”

SpellForce 3: Soul Harvest Launch Trailer

2019/05/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Vienna/Austria and Munich/Germany, May 28th, 2019 – “We could have stopped the storm, when we still had the chance”: Three years after the Purity Wars, Nortander is facing a new era. Two new factions, the Dark Elves and the Dwarves, are here to change the destiny of Eo, and it’s up to you, a disgraced General, to take action. The stand-alone expansion SpellForce 3: Soul Harvest will be available today, starting 10 AM PST / 7 PM CEST on PC for an SRP of $24.99 | £19.99 | €24.99.

You already are a hero of Eo? Get a 40% price cut on Soul Harvest on Steam if you ownSpellForce 3! Your journey is about to begin? Get a 40% price cut on our bundle on Steam, including SpellForce 3 and SpellForce 3: Soul Harvest, for the complete experience!

Good things come in great packages: Don’t miss the improved Collector’s Edition, including:

  • Original Game SpellForce 3
  • Expansion Pack – Soul Harvest
  • Sentenza Figurine 8 inch / 20 cm
  • Official Soundtrack
  • Artbook
  • Godstone Amulet 2 inch / 5 cm
  • Leather Bracelet

The SpellForce 3 Limited Soul Harvest Edition is available for an SRP of $79.99 | £74.99 | €79.99.

Mad Catz Unveils New Line of S.T.R.I.K.E. Keyboards

2019/05/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Peripherals News

Kowloon, Hong Kong – May 28th, 2019 – Mad Catz Global Limited, leading gaming hardware innovators for 30 years, today announced shipping of its all-new line of professional gaming keyboards, the S.T.R.I.K.E.4™ and S.T.R.I.K.E.2™.

Shipping immediately to North and South America as well as across Europe, the S.T.R.I.K.E.s, represent the first keyboards to be released by the all-new Mad Catz Global, and are the perfect addition to the Company’s recently launched range of G.L.I.D.E.™ gaming surfaces and new R.A.T.™ mice, forming part of a complete PC eco-system. With two S.T.R.I.K.E. keyboards to choose from, gamers can pick the keyboard that suits their preference and budget.

Loaded with Cherry mechanical switches, the S.T.R.I.K.E.4 is the gamers’ new secret weapon. Tested to withstand at least 50 million hits, the switches provide perfect travel and precision every time. With anti-ghosting featuring on every key, gamers can combine with the powerful F.L.U.X.™ software, which allows for staggering customization and control over every aspect of the keyboard including individual key lighting and control over the USB report rate. Chameleon RGB Lighting baths the keyboard in 16.8 million colors, fully adjustable and customizable via the F.L.U.X. software and creating a new standard in keyboard lighting.

Beautifully simple yet crafted to withstand the rigours of professional eSports gaming, the S.T.R.I.K.E.2 is precision-engineered to provide impressive durability. With a toughened aluminum faceplate designed to withstand the most demanding gaming sessions, the S.T.R.I.K.E.2 is built for real life, delivering spill-resistant and creating a durable keyboard, battle-ready and always maintaining a minimalist appearance.

The S.T.R.I.K.E.2 features a custom-designed membrane, mimicking the reliability and precision of a mechanical keyboard, but without the associated noise. A 26-key anti-ghosting matrix gives gamers the power they crave, and the advanced Chameleon RGB Lighting can be programmed to adjust speed and brightness.

“The shipping of our new range of S.T.R.I.K.E. keyboards marks a significant milestone for the company, the first mechanical keyboards we have launched as a company and the first to arrive from the new Mad Catz Global,” said Joane Huang, Senior Director of Sales and Marketing for Mad Catz Global Limited. “Our commitment to providing the PC gaming community with an entire eco-system of state-of-the-art hardware, designed to use the latest technology and engineering knowhow, remains as strong as ever.”

Additional information on all products is available at: www.madcatz.com.

EVE Online Invasion Launch Trailer

2019/05/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News

28 May, 2019 – Reykjavík, Iceland – Today, CCP Games unleash EVE Online: Invasion, the newest expansion for the biggest single shard free-to-play spaceship MMO game of all time. EVE Online: Invasion is the first chapter in the Triglavian story, plunging New Eden into chaos, as this inscrutable adversary begins its offensive. Capsuleers will be challenged to meet the threat head on, facing fleets of enemy ships, escalating consequences and earning lucrative rewards. EVE Online: Invasion is available now and is free to download for all players.

Invasion will provide a new presence and dimension to gameplay in EVE Online, starting with invading Triglavian forces in the form of roaming fleets laying siege to specific star systems in New Eden. Week by week, events will escalate and Capsuleers will have to directly face Triglavians emerging from Abyssal Deadspace in brand new sites. Finally, players will have to fight for their territory against the massive Triglavian World Ark in a thrilling new combat experience.

CCP celebrated the release of the new expansion with this cinematic trailer:

“EVE has always been about actions having lasting and meaningful consequences, so with EVE Online: Invasion our goal has been to provide a universe-changing event for our community to experience in familiar space” said Bergur Finnbogason, EVE Online’s Creative Director. “Capsuleers will be defending their territory from a fearsome new sect. We’re incredibly keen to see our players fighting for the star systems they hold dear against an increasingly serious threat unlike anything they’ve ever faced before!”

The Invasion expansion introduces three new and formidable Triglavian ships in the Tech II category at Frigate, Destroyer and Cruiser class. As well as the new craft, Invasion introduces further alterations to the War Declaration system, plus additions to the Mutaplasmid system that players can loot from attacking Triglavian forces. This allows players to modify existing ship modules to make them more powerful or efficient, but as before, risking irreversible attribute reduction too!

All of the above and more can be seen in the following video outlining the new features in EVE Online: Invasion:

“EVE Online has always had the goal of providing new experiences and a living universe like no other,” said Hilmar Veigar Pétursson, CCP’s Chief Executive Officer. “With EVE celebrating 16 years of strength and innovation, we continue to build on that ambition and tradition. I truly believe that by challenging our Capsuleers to defend the universe they have shaped, their destiny – as ever – remains in their own hands, ensuring EVE’s appeal now and into the future.”

In addition to the unparalleled scope of EVE Online: Invasion, CCP Games has also confirmed that the Open Beta for the long-awaited upgrade to a 64-bit client starts today on both Windows PC and macOS, which will make better use of available system resources on the machines of EVE’s pilots. This represents a key modernization moment in the development of EVE Online and is a substantial milestone in CCP’s continued investment in the future of New Eden. CCP is looking forward to having as many pilots as possible helping to make sure that everything is running smoothly, providing feedback on performance and any issues that might be encountered. This will ensure that New Eden remains as visually stunning as ever, on the cutting edge of what’s graphically possible for an MMO.

For more information about EVE Online: Invasion, including the new Triglavian offensive and Tech II ships, new Mutaplasmids and other enhancements, visit www.eveonline.com/now/invasion. EVE Online can be downloaded for free by visiting www.eveonline.com/download.

Corsair Launches Hydro X PC Cooling Series

2019/05/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos

COMPUTEX, TAIPEI, TAIWAN, May 28th, 2019 – CORSAIR®, a world leader in PC gaming peripherals and enthusiast components, today announced the launch of the highly-anticipated CORSAIR Hydro X Series, a complete line of custom cooling parts offering PC enthusiasts a new standard of hardware to build the world’s most powerful and stunning systems.

From CPU and graphics card water blocks to a pump/reservoir, fittings, tubing, radiators, and coolant, the Hydro X Series offers everything you need to build a spectacular custom cooling loop that lowers system temperatures and improves performance, complete with vivid RGB lighting.

Rigorously tested and validated to ensure the utmost reliability and stability, the Hydro X Series has been meticulously designed to work best alongside the massive range of CORSAIR cases and cooling components, fully integrated with CORSAIR iCUE software for automated fan and pump speed control and complete lighting customization.

The Hydro X Series cools any modern desktop CPU using the lineup of XC7 and XC9 RGB water blocks. A nickel-plated copper cold plate, more than 70 high-efficiency micro-cooling fins, and pre-applied thermal material ensure powerful cooling performance, with 16 individually addressable RGB LEDs and a transparent flow chamber to show off your style.

The XG7 RGB range of graphics card water blocks fit a wide variety of popular graphics cards, including NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 20-Series graphics cards. XG7 blocks are total conversion solutions designed to completely augment the looks and performance of the graphics card, with an included full-length aluminum backplate and integrated RGB lighting. Pre-applied thermal material and thermal pads make installation quick and easy.

The XD5 RGB Pump/Reservoir Combo delivers a strong flow for your loop thanks to its D5 pump, with a 330ml reservoir and an integrated fillport. Ten top-mounted RGB LEDs light up the reservoir, and an included temperature sensor provides real-time coolant temperatures from inside your loop.

All the remaining parts to complete your custom cooling system are available from the Hydro X Series: copper-core radiators from 120mm up to 480mm, soft and hardline tubing, a wide range of fittings with a variety of angled adapters to accommodate all kinds of tubing runs, and several vibrant colors of extensively tested coolant. The Hydro X Series is designed to fit perfectly in a wide range of CORSAIR cases, and thanks to standard G1/4” fittings, is compatible with the vast majority of existing custom cooling parts available today.

The core Hydro X Series components feature vivid, integrated RGB LED lighting to further accent your system, controllable with a CORSAIR iCUE RGB lighting controller and CORSAIR iCUE software. iCUE connects all your compatible CORSAIR components and peripherals together in a single interface, allowing you to create synchronized lighting effects across your entire system or experience immersive integrated lighting with compatible games.

The Hydro X Series is not just about pushing performance and customization, but also opening the world of custom PC cooling to more enthusiasts than ever before. Building a custom cooling system has long been considered a project for only the most dedicated builders. With pre-applied thermal material and thermal pads, easy-to-follow video installation tutorials, and dedicated 24/7 customer service, the Hydro X Series is the most streamlined and accessible path for both beginners and experts to enjoy the lower system temperatures and amazing aesthetics of a custom cooling system.

To easily determine exactly which parts you’ll need for your specific build, the online custom cooling configurator is now on the CORSAIR website. By simply entering your key hardware components into the configurator, it will compile a full list of the specific Hydro X Series parts needed for a custom cooling loop tailored to your PC. The parts list can also be modified based on other preferences, such as overclocking. Afterwards, the configurator can automatically populate your cart with your personalized list of parts, for a quick and easy shopping experience.

The Hydro X Series delivers a complete range of high-quality parts to build an amazing custom cooling system, while removing many of the complexities in the process. For those who want to take their PC build to new heights of performance and style, the Hydro X Series puts custom cooling firmly within reach.

Availability, Warranty and Pricing

The CORSAIR Hydro X Series is available immediately from the CORSAIR webstore, and will be available in the coming weeks from the CORSAIR worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors.

For the warranty info of individual CORSAIR Hydro X Series products, please refer to the CORSAIR website.

For up-to-date pricing of individual CORSAIR Hydro X Series products, please refer to the CORSAIR website or contact your local CORSAIR sales or PR representative.

Web Pages

To learn more about the CORSAIR Hydro X Series, please visit:

https://www.corsair.com/hydro-x-series-custom-cooling

Elgato Launches Two New Stream Deck Products

2019/05/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Tech News

COMPUTEX, TAIPEI, TAIWAN, May 28th, 2019 – Elgato, the leading provider of hardware and software for content creators, today announced the launch of two new additions to its award-winning portfolio of broadcast controllers: Stream Deck XL and Stream Deck Mobile. From the 32-key Stream Deck XL taking your productivity to new heights, to the convenience of Stream Deck Mobile delivering the full Stream Deck experience to iOS devices, the two new products offer an unprecedented range of options for both professional creators and beginners alike.

The new Stream Deck XL expands the celebrated Stream Deck to 32 brightly-lit LCD keys. Each key is fully programmable and customizable, offering one-touch tactile control with instant visual feedback. Stream Deck’s robust software enables you to assign limitless actions to keys: start and stop streaming, adjust audio and lighting levels, switch cameras, trigger onscreen actions, or anything else to simplify and enhance the content creation experience. With a detachable USB-C cable and non-slip magnetic stand included, Stream Deck XL becomes the centerpiece of a modern content creator’s setup.

Stream Deck Mobile puts the full power of Stream Deck in the palm of your hand. With 15 virtual keys on your iPhone’s screen, Stream Deck Mobile enables the full functionality of Stream Deck, now with a wireless connection. The app pairs easily by scanning a QR code within the Stream Deck software, syncing with all the actions that you’ve set up on the desktop app. Stream Deck Mobile is free to try from the Apple App Store, with the full version available for $2.99/month or $24.99/year.

Both Stream Deck XL and Stream Deck Mobile leverage the powerful Stream Deck desktop software, which makes customization and everyday use a breeze. By simply dragging any number of actions onto keys, and personalizing them with icons, creators can easily harness direct integrations with popular apps such as OBS Studio, Streamlabs, Philips Hue, Nanoleaf and Spotify. One tap can instantly trigger single or multiple actions: start and stop streaming, adjust audio, tweak lighting, switch cameras, launch onscreen GIFs, post pre-composed tweets, or activate just about any software task, simplifying and enhancing the content creation workflow.

Elgato and its global community of passionate developers are continually adding new integrations thanks to Stream Deck SDK, creating infinite possibilities for the entire Stream Deck range and helping creators to evolve their content.

“The launch of Stream Deck XL and Stream Deck Mobile is a significant milestone for us as we continue to expand our flagship family of broadcast controllers,” said Julian Fest, General Manager of Elgato. “Along with the original Stream Deck and Stream Deck Mini, these additions to the lineup allow us to cater to even more content creators, from seasoned professionals to those looking to get a brand-new channel off the ground.”

Availability, Warranty and Pricing

Elgato Stream Deck XL is available immediately from the Elgato worldwide network of authorized retailers and distributors. Elgato Stream Deck Mobile is available immediately to try for free from the Apple App Store, with the full version available for $2.99/month or $24.99/year.

Stream Deck XL is backed by a two-year warranty and the CORSAIR & Elgato worldwide customer service and technical support network.

For up-to-date pricing of the Stream Deck XL and Stream Deck Mobile, please refer to the Elgato website or contact your local CORSAIR/Elgato sales or PR representative.

Web Pages

For more information on Elgato Stream Deck XL, please visit:

https://www.elgato.com/gaming/stream-deck-xl

For more information on Elgato Stream Deck Mobile, please visit:

https://www.elgato.com/gaming/stream-deck-mobile

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden Seed of Evil Expansion Trailer

2019/05/24
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

OSLO, Norway – May 23rd, 2019 – Hours of gameplay, new locations to visit and a new leading character await fans of the award-winning tactical adventure game Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden, as Funcom and The Bearded Ladies today announce the upcoming expansion Seed of Evil.

The turn-based tactical adventure game Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden received critical acclaim for its gameplay, artwork and captivating characters. Set in post-apocalyptic Sweden, the player controls a group of mutants searching through the ruins of civilization for salvation or simply something to eat. Using a mixture of stealth and combat strategy, while evolving your characters through a series of interesting mutations, is paramount to overcoming the evil that is threatening to eradicate what is left of decent society.

A new menace is looming in the expansion. Powerful and ominous roots have emerged and seem to be taking control over the minds of friends and foes alike. Fortunately, a new hero has arrived, and players can now add Big Khan the moose to their squad of mutants. He is not only skilled at landing critical hits but comes with the unique mutations Ground Pound and Flame Puke, giving the option to apply a more diverse playstyle in order to succeed.

The expansion and the retail release on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch was originally set to release on June 25th. The new release date is now July 30th. The expansion and the full game will also be available digitally on all platforms.

PC gamers can preorder the expansion on Steam later today for $ 14.99 (pricing may differ across territories). A Digital Deluxe Edition will also be released today on Steam, consisting of both the original game and the upcoming expansion. The Deluxe Edition will also be available in retail.