Author - Jerry Paxton

The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners Aftershocks Update Trailer

2021/08/03

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

Today, Skydance Interactive is excited to share that the Aftershocks Update, a free content update to the critically acclaimed VR survival horror title, The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners, will be available for players to download beginning September 23 across Oculus Quest, PlayStation VR and PC VR headsets.

The Aftershocks Update goes above and beyond a conventional free update, as players will have access to hours of new content in the form of missions, collectibles and survival tools to use as they traverse the undead city of New Orleans. The downloadable content will be available to those that have completed the main campaign in The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners. This update also reinforces Skydance Interactive’s commitment to delivering more exciting content to the hit VR game and crafting one of the most content rich experiences in VR today, with over 20 hours of game time available to owners.

With that in mind, the team at Skydance Interactive is also hard at work on more upcoming content for The Walking Dead: Saints & Sinners, so stay tuned for further announcements coming soon!

LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales Cast Announced

2021/08/03

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News

Today, Disney+ debuted key art and announced the cast for “LEGO® Star Wars Terrifying Tales,” which premieres October 1 as a part of Disney+’s Hallowstream celebration. The all-new animated special from Lucasfilm and the LEGO Group continues the rich legacy of collaboration between Lucasfilm and the LEGO® brand and is a seasonal celebration of the villainous dark side of the Star Wars galaxy— just in time for Halloween.

“LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales” features a talented voice cast that includes Jake Green as Poe Dameron; Raphael Alejandro as Dean; Dana Snyder as Graballa the Hutt; Tony Hale as Vaneé; Christian Slater as Ren; Trevor Devall as Emperor Palpatine; Mary Elizabeth McGlynn as NI-L8; and Matt Sloan as Darth Vader. David Shayne is writer and executive producer, and the director is Ken Cunningham. James Waugh, Josh Rimes, Jacqui Lopez, Jill Wilfert, Keith Malone and Jason Cosler are executive producers. “LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales” is produced in collaboration with Atomic Cartoons.

After the events of “The Rise of Skywalker,” Poe and BB-8 must make an emergency landing on the volcanic planet Mustafar where they meet the greedy and conniving Graballa the Hutt who has purchased Darth Vader’s castle and is renovating it into the galaxy’s first all-inclusive Sith-inspired luxury hotel. While waiting for his X-Wing to be repaired, Poe, BB-8, Graballa, and Dean (a plucky and courageous young boy who works as Graballa’s mechanic) venture deep into the mysterious castle with Vader’s loyal servant, Vaneé. Along the way, Vaneé shares three creepy stories linked to ancient artifacts and iconic villains from across all eras of Star Wars. As Vaneé spins his tales and lures our heroes deeper into the shadowy underbelly of the castle, a sinister plan emerges. With the help of Dean, Poe and BB-8 will have to face their fears, stop an ancient evil from rising, and escape to make it back to their friends.

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Hot Toys Unveils Luke Skywalker Figures from The Mandalorian

2021/08/02

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

Luke Skywalker™ was a farm boy from Tatooine™ who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the greatest Jedi™ the galaxy has ever known.

Star Wars™ fans around the world were thrilled to see his surprise return in Season 2 of the hit Disney+ series The Mandalorian™, as the powerful Jedi boarded Moff Gideon™’s ship and took down platoons of Dark Troopers™ single-handedly in order to protect the foundling, Grogu™.

In celebration of the return of this legendary character, Hot Toys has unveiled two new 1/6 scale figures: A Luke Skywalker 1/6 scale figure, and a Luke Skywalker 1/6 scale figure (Deluxe Version) — both of which are available for a limited time only with special-edition bonus accessories, via Sideshow.

The Luke Skywalker 1/6 scale figure features:

– Individually hand-painted likeness of Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: The Mandalorian
– Each head sculpt has a “rolling eyeballs” feature, allowing collectors to adjust the direction the figure is looking
– Newly developed hair sculpture with magnetic features
– 1/6 scale body with over 30 points of articulation
– Multiple interchangeable hands for a variety of posing and display options
– One tailored costume, including a black long sleeve suit, a tunic, pants, belts, arm wraps, and Jedi cloak
– One green lightsaber (white LED light, battery operated)
– One green lightsaber blade in motion (attachable to the hilt)
– One lightsaber hilt
– One 1/6 scale articulated Grogu collectible figure with interchangeable hands
– One themed backdrop
– A specially designed figure display stand with Star Wars logo and character nameplate

Exclusive Special Edition with Bonus Accessories:

– One Moff Gideon’s light cruiser hologram
– One holoprojector

The Luke Skywalker 1/6 scale figure (Deluxe Version) also includes a meticulously detailed battle-damaged Dark Trooper bust, with LED light-up functions to reenact the memorable moment when Luke crushed it by using the Force!

The Luke Skywalker 1/6 scale figure (Deluxe Version) features:

– Individually hand-painted likeness of Mark Hamill as Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: The Mandalorian
– Each head sculpt has a “rolling eyeballs” feature, allowing collectors to adjust the direction the figure is looking
– Newly developed hair sculpture with magnetic features
– 1/6 scale body with over 30 points of articulation
– Multiple interchangeable hands for a variety of posing and display options
– One tailored costume, including a black long sleeve suit, a tunic, pants, belts, arm wraps, and Jedi cloak
– One green lightsaber (white LED light, battery operated)
– One green lightsaber blade in motion (attachable to the hilt)
– One lightsaber hilt
– One 1/6 scale articulated Grogu collectible figure with interchangeable hands
– One battle damaged Dark Trooper bust (with LED light-up functions; battery operated)
– One themed backdrop
– A specially designed figure display stand with Star Wars logo and character nameplate

Exclusive Special Edition with Bonus Accessories:

– One Moff Gideon’s light cruiser hologram
– One holoprojector

EMG and KRYTAC Unveil FN P90 Tactical Submachine Airsoft Gun

2021/08/02

Jerry Paxton

Action Sports, Airsoft News, Articles, Geek News, News

Evike Manufacturing Group (EMG), the production and distribution subsidiary of Evike.com, the worldwide leading airsoft retailer, announce the airsoft reproduction of the FN P90® Tactical Submachine Gun, manufactured in collaboration with KRISS USA Inc.’s premier brand of airsoft products, KRYTAC®, under license granted by Cybergun SA.

The EMG P90® AEG is a 1:1 representation of the FN P90® Tactical SMG, a top loading, bullpup submachine gun, with MIL-STD 1913 Picatinny top rail. The body is made of a durable, impact resistant, polymer, with an aluminum upper receiver; and an ambidextrous magazine release, charging handles, and selector switch. The P90® is a select fire SMG with a compound trigger in Auto mode, a half press fires one round, a full press fires automatic. The EMG P90® is fed through a 200 rounds mid capacity magazine, with selectable 50 rounds capacity switch.

“Evike Manufacturing Group (EMG) is excited to bring this new Licensed FN P90® to the Airsoft and training market,” according to George Melahn, Evike.com Marketing Manager. “We are very pleased to collaborate with KRYTAC® and Cybergun on this endeavor.”

“The P90® AEG is beloved for its compact size, weight, and ease of upgradability. We’ve elevated this great platform in the same way that every KRYTAC product stands above the rest,” states KRISS USA Marketing Manager, Tim Seargeant. “Subtle, but significant, features are designed into this P90 to improve the useability and ownership experience. The trigger pull is adjustable through a small port behind the grip. The hop up window opens when pulling the charging handle, and it’s large enough to be adjusted while wearing gloves. Removing the butt plate reveals the quick change spring guide and a generous battery compartment, due to the fuse mounting to the gearbox, reducing unnecessary wiring. Internally, 8mm ball bearings support all three gears, integrated MOSFET, T-plug connector, and electronic fire control unit with last round cut off, when using KRYTAC Magazines.”

The EMG P90® will be available worldwide beginning in September 2021. Standard packaging will include one mid capacity magazine, metal P90® muzzle device, Tamiya to T-plug battery connector, and one picatinny side rail section. Pricing and performance will vary by region. For more information on the EMG P90® visit the product page at www.evike.com.

Black Salt Games Unveils Dredge

2021/08/02

Jerry Paxton

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

Black Salt Games, a small indie studio from New Zealand driven by a love for video games, is announcing its debut title, Dredge, a game filled with fishing, friends, and foreboding seas that may appear calm, but they’re actually far from it.

Set in a Lovecraft-inspired world, players begin their extraordinary adventure when they take up fishing at their new home in The Marrows islands and strange things begin to occur. The core mechanics of Dredge involve a combination of collecting and selling resources, upgrading your equipment and abilities, and exploration.

Players will come across a number of peculiar inhabitants, both on land and at sea, that will reward you for your help. While some island dwellers will ask players to complete simple tasks, there are some stranger folk that are willing to pay big if you’re willing to retrieve some more exotic artifacts from the ocean floor. What they do with these relics is unknown, but you might want to consider if earning extra cash to upgrade your sea vessel is worth bringing about the end of the world.

By day, the seas can be a quiet oasis filled with plenty of opportunities for a fisherman to become profitable. But when the sun goes down, the waters surrounding The Marrows become less inviting. Dangers may approach from down below, above your head, or within your mind. We recommend getting home in time for supper lest you lose your sanity, or worse.

Game Features
●      Explore multiple different regions within the world of Dredge
●      Improve your boat equipment including rods, engines, lights and cargo space
●      Upgrade your vessel, trading in for bigger and better boats
●      Fish with multiple different rods, trawl nets and crab pots
●      Discover mysterious relics that unlock supernatural powers
●      Endure the lonely nighttime waters
●      Survive what is awaiting you in the depths

Dredge is currently scheduled to release on Nintendo Switch and PC in the first part of 2022.

For more information, please visit https://www.blacksaltgames.com/
Or check out the Steam page at: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1562430/Dredge/

Turtle Beach Recon Controller Out Now for Xbox and PC

2021/08/02

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News, Trailers / Videos

Leading gaming accessory maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: HEAR), today announced that gamers on Xbox can now get their hands on the award-winning Recon™ Controller. Turtle Beach’s all-new Designed for Xbox Recon Controller was proudly designated with “Best of E3” awards from CNN Underscored and Android Authority because it is the first controller to blend responsive and precise controls with Turtle Beach’s signature audio technologies, including Superhuman Hearing®, Mic Monitoring, Signature Audio Presets, and more. This combination of powerful, innovative controls and integrated audio heightens gamers’ senses and elevates gameplay experiences when playing on Xbox and compatible Windows 10 PCs. Turtle Beach’s Recon Controller for Xbox comes in black or white for a MSRP of $59.95, and is available for purchase today at participating retailers worldwide and from www.turtlebeach.com.

“With millions of headsets being worn by gamers on Xbox, the Recon Controller is the best complementary accessory because it provides access to Turtle Beach’s exclusive audio technologies to any wired headset,” said Juergen Stark, Chairman and CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. “The Recon Controller was designed with the same industry expertise that has made Turtle Beach the best-selling gaming headset maker for over a decade, and its unparalleled features and design will help it make a striking entrance into the console controller market. I’m proud of how the Turtle Beach team has once again delivered an amazing product, and I’m excited to have Xbox gamers get the Recon Controller in their hands.”

Designed for Xbox, the all-new Recon Controller is the first controller to pair Turtle Beach’s signature audio innovations with game-winning controls. Gamers on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and compatible Windows 10 PCs will be able to plug in any wired headset with a standard 3.5mm audio interface and take advantage of proven Turtle Beach features, including Superhuman Hearing, Mic Monitoring, Signature Audio Presets, and more. Additionally, Pro-Aim™ Focus Mode lets gamers tune the thumbstick sensitivity for enhanced long-range accuracy, while up to four profiles can be saved on each of the mappable rear quick-action buttons. Feel the recoil of gunshots and the purr of vehicle engines through next-gen vibration feedback from dual-rumble motors in the handles and triggers. The Recon Controller lets gamers play longer and stay cooler thanks to its ergonomic shape and cooling rubber grips. The Recon Controller is the perfect companion for any wired gaming headset, like Turtle Beach’s all-new Recon 500 and best-selling Recon 70 series headsets.

For more information on the latest Turtle Beach products and accessories, visit www.turtlebeach.com and be sure to follow Turtle Beach on TikTok, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.

Six Flags Great Adventure to Host Free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic

2021/08/02

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

In partnership with the Ocean County Health Department, Six Flags Great Adventure will host a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic Aug. 5, 11, and 17 from 10 am to 7 pm. All guests who receive the COVID-19 vaccination onsite will receive a free ticket to the Wild Safari Drive-Thru Adventure for the 2021 season.

“We’re honored to partner with the Ocean County Health Department to encourage New Jersey residents and our out-of-state guests to get vaccinated,” said Six Flags Park President John Winkler. “The vaccination helps us protect ourselves and those we love.”

The vaccination center will be located in the Membership Building in park’s outer mall and operate from 10 am to 7 pm. Participants will have the option to choose their vaccine from the two-shot Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or the single-shot Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Reservations are not required. Parking fees may apply.

For more information about the COVID-19 vaccination, visit www.ochd.org or www.phu2.org For more information about Six Flags, visit www.sixflags.com/greatadventure

Hot Toys Unveils Zombie Hunter Spider-Man

2021/08/02

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

Marvel Studios’ first animated series, What If…?, is taking fans on an all-new adventure, exploring pivotal moments from their groundbreaking Cinematic Universe, and reimagining them in unexpected ways.

Today, Hot Toys unveiled the first in their new line of Television Masterpiece Series 1/6 scale figures — Zombie Hunter Spider-Man!

This expertly crafted 1/6 scale figure is based on the appearance of Zombie Hunter Spider-Man in the soon-to-be-released animated series. The figure features an all-new masked head sculpt with multiple interchangeable eyepieces to create different combinations of expressions, an ultra-poseable 1/6 scale figure body, and a finely tailored costume that combines Spider-Man’s classic blue and red suit with a Cloak of Levitation. The Zombie Hunter Spider-Man also comes with a number of interchangeable accessories, including multiple hands to recreate signature poses, assorted swap-out web effects, and a dynamic figure display stand.

Kick start your Marvel collection by asking What If…?

The new Zombie Hunter Spider-Man is available for pre-order now, via Sideshow.

The Zombie Hunter Spider-Man Figure features:

-Detailed likeness of Zombie Hunter Spider-Man in Marvel’s What If…?
– Newly developed masked head sculpt
– Three pairs of interchangeable eyepieces
– Specialized 1/6 scale body with over 30 points of articulation
– 10 interchangeable hands including:
– One pair of fists
– One pair of opened hands
– One pair of web shooting hands
– One pair of web swinging hands
– One pair of gesturing hands
– A tailored Zombie Hunter Spider-Man Suit with gray-black trim, web pattern, and black spider emblem on chest
– One pair of web shooters
– One Cloak of Levitation (embedded with poseable wire) with magnetic feature
– Six strings of spider web in different shapes and lengths, attachable to the web-shooters
– One open spider web effect accessory
– A dynamic figure display stand with series logo and character nameplate

Pre-order the Zombie Hunter Spider-Man, via Sideshow.

Encased Official Launch Date and Screenshots

2021/08/02

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Screenshots / Photos, Windows PC News

Prime Matter and Dark Crystal Games are pleased to announce that Encased – the upcoming isometric dystopian sci-fi RPG – will be launching on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 for PC. Accompanying today’s announcement are seven new screenshots from areas in the later stages of the game.

Set in an alternative 1976, Encased has players exploring a hostile area called The Dome, a sealed wasteland packed to the brim with amazing technology but also deadly enemies.

Players start off in one of five disciplines – science, engineering, security, management, or convict – which affects their initial stats, specialization, and opens (or prevents) unique dialogue within the game.

As with all classical RPGs, the game is a mix of exploration, combat, and quest interaction as you journey across the environment crafting supplies and weapons while trying to ensure each day is not your last.

As you level up, you’ll encounter six different factions that have sprung up in The Dome. Whether they become your friends or enemies is entirely up to you.

The game owes some of its spiritual inspiration to books like Roadside Picnic – as well as several classic post-apocalyptic RPGs – creating a familiar but unique environment that will appeal to both the veteran aficionado and RPG newbie alike.

Encased, which will be a digital PC release on Steam, Epic, and GOG is currently in Early Access where users can experience all the first act and part of the second.

View Encased on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/921800/Encased_A_SciFi_PostApocalyptic_RPG/
Follow on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DarkCrystal_HQ
Visit the website: https://encasedgame.com/

Icarus Open Beta Starts August 28

2021/08/02

Jerry Paxton

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

Game studio RocketWerkz announced today that its highly anticipated session-based survival game, Icarus, will officially open beta gameplay on August 28 with the first of several “Beta Weekends.” The company will roll out brand new features and content every two weeks for players to test out (see the schedule below). Anyone that has already pre-ordered Icarus, or pre-orders the game during August, will be able to play in the beta when it launches.

Icarus is a uniquely session-based PvE survival game for up to eight co-op players. Set on an Earth-like planet where terraforming failed, players explore, craft, build and survive against the elements as part of an interstellar goldrush. Initially equipped with nothing, players drop to the planet for missions lasting from hours to weeks, before returning to orbit to progress their character and tech for the next drop.

New features will be unlocked for the community to test every second weekend. “In the first Beta Weekend players will be invited to put Icarus’ core survival gameplay to the test,” says gamerunner Dean Hall. “Then we’ll start throwing more at them every two weeks. We’re really looking forward to playing Icarus with our community and hearing their feedback.”

The second Beta Weekend will unlock Icarus’ base-destroying storms, followed by the arctic biome two weeks later, then the desert biome, and special faction missions set by the corporations vying for control of Icarus in the following weeks.

“We wanted to do a smart beta,” says Hall. “By focusing on a new gameplay system each Beta Weekend we can gather more useful feedback from our community as we iterate and evolve the world. Icarus is ready for players, and we weren’t afraid to delay the game so we could get as much of their feedback as possible to make it the very best it can be.”

Icarus’ developers at RocketWerkz have been very open with their community during the game’s development, with regular community Twitch streams, a ‘Making of Icarus’ video series and an active Discord community. “We did this intentionally with the aim of developing the game collaboratively as we evolve the world,” says Hall. “We plan to continue this approach during the beta.”

Icarus is available to pre-order on Steam.