Author - Jerry Paxton

Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered Announced

2019/05/30

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

MAPLEWOOD, N.J. – May 30, 2019 – Saber Interactive has announced Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered, an HD re-release of the acclaimed action-adventure game featuring the original cast of Columbia Pictures’ classic films. Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered delivers a unique story from Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis that captures the supernatural comedic fun and fright fans love from the franchise, which celebrates the 35^th anniversary of Ghostbusters this year.

As the new rookie on the Ghostbusters crew, you’ll team up with your favorite characters from the films, reunited by the voices of Aykroyd, Ramis, Bill Murray and Ernie Hudson as Stantz, Spengler, Venkman and Zeddemore, alongside Annie Potts, Brian Doyle-Murray, William Atherton and Max von Sydow. Manhattan is overrun once more by ghosts, demons and other paranormal creatures unleashed by a mysterious force, and only the Ghostbusters can drive this evil back to whatever dimension it crawled from and save the Big Apple.

Hunt, fight and trap a variety of new and familiar ghouls and phantasms, all remastered in HD resolution. Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered equips you with cool gadgets and upgradeable weapons to play with in huge boss fights and destructible environments. Scan and analyze targets with the P.K.E. Meter and Paragoggles, then strap on your Proton Pack to wear ghosts down with the blast stream before wrangling them with the capture stream.

Ghostbusters: The Video Game Remastered is expected to launch later this year on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and Windows PC via the Epic Games store. For more information, visit www.playghostbusters.com.

Natsume Unveils E3 2019 Lineup

2019/05/30

Jerry Paxton

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

Burlingame, CA. – May 30, 2019 – Natsume Inc., a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, today revealed its full Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2019 lineup. The lineup includes a new spinoff to the Harvest Moon family of games for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4. Also, on-hand at the show will be the upcoming Reel Fishing: Road Trip Adventure (Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4) and the first title in Natsume’s Indie Program, Cosmic Defenders (Nintendo Switch).

“We are excited to announce a new Harvest Moon game and reveal a first look at its gameplay and features at E3 2019,” said Hiro Maekawa, President & CEO of Natsume. “Fans might be surprised at what we have in store for Harvest Moonthis year. This different take on the Harvest Moon experience will let players enjoy the classic features of the series in a new and exciting way!”

Reel Fishing: Road Trip Adventure (Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4)

After meeting a mysterious man at a museum, three college friends set off on a summer road trip to find the elusive fish he mentions to them. But what’s the story behind this fish? And for that matter, who’s the man who sent them on their adventure in the first place? He certainly is a unique individual, to say the very least! In any case, working together, these friends will unlock all these secrets and more in Reel Fishing: Road Trip Adventure!

Cosmic Defenders (Nintendo Switch)

Cosmic Defenders is an upcoming Nintendo Switch game being developed by indie developer Fiery Squirrel that will be launching later this year. Cosmic Defenders is a 2D fast-paced revolving shooter about a group of unconventional heroes using the power of nature to stop chaotic aliens from taking over the universe. Cooperate with other guardians, protect the galaxy from the wicked, and restore peace!

Harvest Moon: Mad Dash (Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4)

A new Harvest Moon spinoff is going to be revealed during E3 2019! More details and first look will arrive on Tuesday June 11, 2019!

Natsume Inc. will be located in the South Hall at Booth #2047.

Players can follow the latest news for all of the beloved Natsume franchises at www.natsume.com and get a scoop on all of the latest Natsume updates, contests, screen shots and more at https://www.instagram.com/natsume.inc/ https://www.facebook.com/NatsumeInc/ and https://twitter.com/Natsume_Inc.

Square Enix to Publish Dying Light 2

2019/05/30

Jerry Paxton

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

May 30, 2019 – Techland® and Square Enix® are proud to announce their Americas partnership to distribute the upcoming open-world action RPG game, Dying Light 2.

A bold sequel to the best-selling open-world zombie phenomenon, Dying Light 2 steps into a post-apocalyptic world where humanity has been decimated by the infected.

“We couldn’t be more excited to join forces with Square Enix. This partnership represents an incredible opportunity for both companies to bring Modern Dark Ages to audiences across Americas” – said Ed Lin, Head of Marketing at Techland. “Our partnership kicks off this year at E3 and we are looking forward to a great campaign that showcases the fan favorite Dying Light DNA in the expansive and savage world of the infected.”

“We’re thrilled to be partnering with Techland on one of the industry’s most anticipated games, Dying Light 2,” said John Heinecke, Chief Marketing Officer at Square Enix. “The game is setting up to be an innovative, ambitious project, and we believe players will be delighted with what they deliver. This game fits incredibly well into our portfolio, and we’re looking forward to showing more at E3.”

Dying Light 2 brings to life a unique post-apocalyptic vision of a Modern Dark Ages – a brutal, bleak and unforgiving reality where you are as likely to perish at the hand of a human as you are by the infected. In this exhausted world, your quick thinking, exceptional parkour abilities and brutal combat skills are the only things that let you dive into darkness and emerge alive. Make ambiguous decisions and witness how they impact the world on multiple levels, transform the shape of The City , and ultimately decide it’s fate.

Powered by the C-Engine, a new generation of Techland’s in-house technology. Dying Light 2 is set to be released on Xbox One, PC and PlayStation 4.

Related Links

Official Homepage: www.dyinglightgame.com

Official Twitter: @DyingLightGame

Official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/DyingLightGame/

Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Epic Dedication Ceremony

2019/05/30

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 29, 2019) – The Walt Disney Company celebrated the momentous dedication of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge tonight in an epic ceremony at Disneyland Park. Disney chairman and CEO Bob Iger unveiled the largest and most technologically advanced single-themed land expansion ever in a Disney park, which is set to open to the general public at Disneyland Park on May 31, and also at Disney’s Hollywood Studios at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida on Aug. 29.

“Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is absolutely amazing and we are thrilled to finally share it with the world,” said Bob Iger, chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company. “Now, for the first time, fans will be able to immerse themselves in the iconic stories that have captured audiences’ imaginations for decades and live their own Star Wars adventures in the most creative, innovative and ambitious land we’ve ever built.”

To dedicate Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Iger was joined in front of the Millennium Falcon by Star Wars icons including George Lucas, Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill and Billy Dee Williams. In a ceremony set to the soaring John Williams score composed especially for the land, global media and invited guests were the very first to see the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy roar to life.

“With Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disney is redefining the theme park experience and setting a new bar for experiential storytelling,” said Bob Chapek, chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. “From each authentic detail to the land’s jaw-dropping scale, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge exceeds every expectation.”

When it opens to the public at Disneyland Resort on May 31 and at Walt Disney World Resort on Aug. 29, guests will be transported to the remote planet of Batuu*, full of unique sights, sounds, smells and tastes. Guests can become part of the story as they sample galactic food and beverages, explore an intriguing collection of merchant shops and take the controls of the most famous ship in the galaxy aboard Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run.

Phase two, opening later this year, will feature Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance, the most ambitious, immersive and advanced attraction ever imagined, which will place guests in the middle of a climactic battle between the First Order and the Resistance and will blur the lines between fantasy and reality. In light of tremendous demand, Disney made the decision to open the land in phases to allow guests to sooner enjoy the one-of-a-kind experiences that make Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge so spectacular.

Once guests step foot on Batuu, they will be part of the action as it unfolds around them, and their interactions with the Play Disney Parks mobile app** will deepen their engagement with the land – the first land within a Disney park designed to integrate with the app. They may choose to aid a smuggler, join the Resistance or pledge their loyalty to the First Order. This depth of storytelling is part of the total immersion that will distinguish the two, 14-acre lands from any other themed land in history.

The new lands build off decades of collaboration between Walt Disney Imagineering and Lucasfilm Ltd., a global leader in film, television and digital entertainment production, including the Star Wars franchise. The work on Star Wars between these two creative powerhouses dates back to 1987, when the groundbreaking Star Tours attraction opened at Disneyland Park in California.

Reservations are required to enter Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disneyland Park between May 31 and June 23.*** Guests visiting during this time will need valid theme park admission and a reservation to enter the new land. After June 23, reservations will no longer be required to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge.

Sudden Strike 4: Complete Collection Out Now

2019/05/29

Jerry Paxton

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

Ridgewood, NJ – (May 29, 2019) – Strategy gaming specialists Kalypso Media and developers Kite Games announced the release of Sudden Strike 4: Complete Collection – a brand-new, value-packed release of the publisher’s World War II strategy title. Launching exclusively for PC, Linux and Mac on the Kalypso Shop (general release for PC, PlayStation®4 and Xbox One to follow in late summer 2019), Sudden Strike 4: Complete Collection bundles the hit strategy game with all five DLC expansions: Battle of Kursk, Road to Dunkirk, Finland – Winter Storm, Africa – Desert Storm and The Pacific War.

This new edition provides unbeatable value for money with over 45 missions spread across 11 campaigns, more than 20 historic commanders offering various perks and abilities for your forces, and more than 200 different units to command as you battle on all sides of the historic conflict, along with a selection of competitive multiplayer modes. The new release also comes complete with the free updates, additions and improvements made since the original release.

This is Sudden Strike at its very best, and for a limited time will be available exclusively on the Kalypso Shop, before becoming available for digital and retail stores for all platforms in late summer 2019.

Dungeons & Dragons Warriors of Waterdeep Mobile Game Launches Today

2019/05/29

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Mobile News, News

MONTREAL, QC, May 29, 2019 – Top game developer Ludia today announced the global launch of Warriors of Waterdeep, a mobile turn-based RPG game, based on the ever-popular Dungeons & Dragons franchise for the App Store and Google Play Store. This release marks the first partnership between Ludia and Wizards of The Coast, leaders in fantasy role-playing games.

In Warriors of Waterdeep, players will need to summon a team of heroes as the great city of Waterdeep is threatened by powerful dark forces. Players will need to take their heroes into battle against monsters from the Forgotten Realms in tactical, turn-based combat. Level up and upgrade your heroes with free daily chests, and win rewards in exciting limited-time events.

“We are excited to bring the Dungeons & Dragons experience to mobile devices,” said Alex Thabet, CEO of Ludia. “We believe fans of the franchise will find Warriors of Waterdeep stays true to the spirit of Dungeons & Dragons with challenging storylines and innovative turn-based gameplay. ”

Warriors of Waterdeep will launch with a real-time Player-vs-Player (PvP) mode. Take on teams of four in order to earn trophies, collect rewards and unlock new arenas. Rewards improve with every arena level up, to further improve your team of heroes.

Warriors of Waterdeep is now available to download for free, with in-app purchases, on the App Store and Google Play Store.

Conan Unconquered Launch Trailer

2019/05/29

Jerry Paxton

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

OSLO, Norway – May 29th, 2019 – “Not all men seek rest and peace; some are born with the spirit of the storm in their blood”. Let their thirst henceforth be quenched, as publisher Funcom and the developers at Petroglyph announce that Conan Unconquered today released on PC. Conan Unconquered is a real-time strategy game that combines resource management, war strategy and pure savagery to create the ultimate RTS experience.

“No game we have created has ever challenged the player’s skill to a higher level,” warns Executive Producer Ted Morris at Petroglyph.

Such a warning from the development team with games like Command & Conquer, Dune II and Star Wars: Empire at War on their resumé, should not be taken lightly. However, the gaming veterans promise a silver lining. At least the first few waves you face won’t be all that bad.

Conan Unconquered takes you to the world created by fantasy author Robert E. Howard during the early 1930s, and the subsequent comics and cult classic movies from the 1980s. You are tasked with defending a city against the terrible legions of the cruel sorcerer Thugra Khotan, Conan’s nemesis in the short story Black Colossus (1933). You must manage your resources wisely, create dwellings and research facilities, and set up fortifications as best you can. You must direct your army to fend off every wave of attack, all the while using your hero to explore, gather resources, find invaluable artifacts and gain experience.

The game can be played solo, in co-op multiplayer or you can compete against other players in challenge mode. In co-op mode players will share resources and most of the buildings and fortifications, but they will face tougher foes than they would have in a single-player game. The challenge comes in trying to coordinate between one another.

The map and attacking waves are generated at random every time, but in challenge mode you get to challenge your friends to beat you on the exact same map and with the exact same enemies as you just faced. Each challenge even comes with its own leaderboard.

The game is currently available for $ 29.99 (pricing may differ across territories) on https://buy.conanunconquered.com/ and on Steam.

When the savages attack, will you remember who you truly are? Will you remember what you fight for? Will you … remain unconquered?

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.