Author - Jerry Paxton

Victoria 3: Sphere of Influence Launch Trailer

2024/06/25

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

The balance of power can only be maintained by careful management of threats and obligations. Find accommodation with other great powers, guaranteeing economic access, or build a coalition of states focused on a common goal, be it stability, trade freedom, or ideological comity. Discover the power and potential of Sphere of Influence, available today.

Sphere of Influence is the first expansion pack for Victoria 3, Paradox Interactive’s grand strategy societal simulation of the century from 1836 and 1936. This expansion adds greater depth to the diplomatic game, with new ways of managing subject states, greater opportunities for economic investment in foreign economies, and, at the center of the expansion, Power Blocs that allow great powers to throw their weight around the globe to increase their prestige, influence and wealth.

Offworld Unleashes Update 0.8 for Starship Troopers: Extermination

2024/06/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Windows PC News

Incoming transmission from the United Citizen Federation! Today, developer Offworld released Update 0.8 for its hit multiplayer shooter Starship Troopers: Extermination, which adds Planet X-11 as a new battleground in the war against the Arachnids as well as a groundbreaking innovation in battlefield dynamics: Carnage.

This new feature makes the cost of war an enduring part of the landscape as the corpses of slain Bugs remain scattered across the warzone, persisting until our mighty Vanguard soldiers can shoot, blast, or burn them away. Not only will the bodies of our enemies create an ever-evolving combat environment, but the still-living Bugs will adapt to the new terrain, which even allows them to reach previously inaccessible areas!

Update 0.8 also introduces a new arena of war: Planet X-11, a designated Federation mining planet in the Tibannis system that lies deep within the Arachnid Quarantine Zone. More recently, the planet served an important strategic role as the home of the Teefang Array Deep Space Listening post, a key station for gathering intel on Bug activity. Unfortunately, that made X-11 a target, and the planet is now under constant attack by enemy incursions. Featuring 2 ARC Locations, 2 Horde Locations, 8 AAS Locations & 4 Hive Hunt Maps, Planet X-11 is one of the most substantial additions to Starship Troopers: Extermination yet, with more content to come when the game arrives on PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X | S consoles this October 11th, which coincides with its launch out of Early Access into 1.0 on Steam.

The Early Access edition of Starship Troopers: Extermination, as of Update 0.8, is currently available for $29.99 USD—a lower price point than when it launches into 1.0—and puts players on the far-off front lines in an all-out war with the Arachnid menace. Work together to complete objectives, acquire resources, build and defend your base of operations, and then escape to the extraction point together. The battle will be intense, but, as hardened warriors standing for all of humanity and the United Citizen Federation, leave no inch of ground safe for the Arachnids!

Son of Monsterpalooza RETURNS October 11-13

2024/06/25

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News

Son of Monsterpalooza RETURNS October 11-13 to The Marriott Burbank Convention Center & Hotel! Featuring over 150 exhibitors, special guests, makeup demos, panels and much more all weekend! Don’t miss Monsterpalooza’s off-shoot fall event back where it all began in Burbank, CA!

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*Ticket prices increase soon on 7/15/24.

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We hope you’re able to join us!

Exploding Kittens VR – Announcement Trailer

2024/06/25

Jerry Paxton

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

Saber Interactive has announced Exploding Kittens VR, a new experience based on the wildly popular social-strategy card game. Developed under license from Asmodee Entertainment and published by Saber, Exploding Kittens VR is coming this fall to Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 2 and is available to pre-order now with a 10% bonus discount!

Exploding Kittens VR combines the hilarious strategy and chaos of the original card game with the full immersive feel of VR for a totally unique experience. Play with up to five players online or play on your own against bots and force your opponents to draw the dreaded Exploding Kitten. Be the last person standing to win! Customize your own in-game avatar, explore the social hub, and dive into a variety of entertaining mini-games.

Key Features

Experience Your Favorite Card Game Like Never Before: Socialize with friends and make new enemies in this laugh-out-loud VR strategy experience based on the hit card game.
Master a Variety of Tools to Win: Use a slew of tools to strategically outsmart your opponents and come out on top. Look into the future, steal items from other players and deny their moves, defuse an Exploding Kitten at a crucial moment, and more!
Three Unique Game Modes: Battle it out in either classic or blitz mode with up to five players, or against your biggest rival in duel mode.
Engage with Immersive Social Hub: Discover an array of activities in the social hub, including mini-games, character customization and more!

First released in 2015, the original Exploding Kittens card game was a breakout success, going on to spawn multiple adaptations across multimedia, including video game consoles, mobile devices, and even an animated television streaming series planned for this summer.

Honeycomb Aeronautical Brings Charlie Rudder Pedals to FlightSimExpo 2024

2024/06/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Peripherals News, Windows PC News

Honeycomb® Aeronautical, a leading producer of professional grade flight simulation hardware, announced today that they will be bringing their highly-anticipated Charlie Rudder Pedals to the upcoming FlightSimExpo, taking place in Las Vegas, Nevada from June 21 through June 23, 2024.

Honeycomb Aeronautical will be displaying their premium range of flight simulation hardware at the AeroSoft® booth, situated at stand #406, and visitors attending the Microsoft® booth directly opposite, will also be able to sample the Charlie Rudder Pedals for themselves, where two units will be proudly on display, as well as the Alpha Flight Control Yoke and the Bravo Throttle Quadrant.

In addition to the all-new Charlie Rudder Pedals, Honeycomb Aeronautical will be bringing a host of new products to the event, including:

Charlie Rudder Pedals
Charlie Dust Cover
Lima Flight Seat
Flight Seat Mat (multiple colors)

For those wishing to experience the full range of Honeycomb hardware, visitors can also sample the following products, currently featuring in the Honeycomb range:

Alpha Flight Controls Yoke & Switch Panel XPC
Alpha Flight Control Yoke
Bravo Throttle Quadrant

Boasting high quality aluminium construction engineered for a lifetime of use, the Charlie Rudder Pedals have been carefully crafted with precise Hall effect sensors, (known for their incredible precision and durability) adjustable tension and anti-slip features. A left and right toe break utilise adjustable angles so that users can find a comfortable position for their feet during long haul flights. Alloy metal pedals, built to stand the test of time include smooth travel for optimal rudder control, and the reversible carpet spikes with a rubber grip surface have been designed to stay locked in position no matter where you play. With an adjustable tension knob and full compatibility with PC and Xbox™*, the Charlie Rudder Pedals have been meticulously crafted to provide a premium experience for enthusiasts looking for the last word in authenticity and realism.

Mike Steup, CEO of Honeycomb Aeronautical commented, “Recently Honeycomb Aeronautical underwent a change in management and we’re delighted to finally be in a position to offer the brand the support it so richly deserves. The Charlie Rudder Pedals have been in development for some time and we’re grateful to the community for sticking with us as we bring this breakthrough product to market. FlightSimExpo is one of the largest flight simulation conventions in the world and we look forward to greeting fans old and new as we open a new chapter in the Honeycomb story.”

The Charlie Rudder Pedals will be shipping to early customers who have already ordered hardware at the end of June 2024, with customers expected to receive their product from early July. Those wishing to purchase the Charlie Rudder Pedals who have not yet pre ordered, can expect to receive their product beginning late August 2024.

*Xbox compatibility via Honeycomb Xbox Hub sold separately.

11 bit studios Announces Two New Frostpunk Books Along With Merch Store

2024/06/24

Jerry Paxton

Book News, Geek News, News, Windows PC News

11 bit studios is pleased to unveil two handcrafted collector books that expand the Frostpunk universe and are coming to Kickstarter later this year. The first is a series of novellas set in Frostpunk’s apocalyptic world, and the second is a uniquely crafted artbook that is a must-have for Frostpunk fans. In addition, 11 bit studios is launching their merch store today and you can check it out here.

Curated by famous Polish sci-fi author and futurologist Jacek Dukaj, “Tales from the Frostland” features works by Jakub Nowak, Robert M. Wegner, Janusz Cyran, and Anna Kańtoch. The artbook “Aesthetics of Desolation: Design and Art of Frostpunk”, will also feature in the same Kickstarter and is carefully curated by Frostpunk’s game directors. It features never-seen-before art, and never-before-told insights about the design process that guided the creation of world in Frostpunk and Frostpunk 2.

“Working on Frostpunk always entailed two main aspects: crafting its believable world and creating an engaging game in it. It boasted a fresh and bold art direction, yet remained faithful to the story and gameplay. It wove a narrative that was non-linear and focused on gameplay, conveyed through the unique language of video games that is still being explored. It was an exhilarating creative journey but also the challenging labor of a complex project in a volatile industry. This book mirrors that experience. It tells the story of art and design, inseparable yet distinct; where design and art each feed into each other to create a truly unique experience. It chronicles the creative journey amid the daily grind of practical challenges. Ultimately, it’s a tale of world-building” – said Jakub Stokalski, Frostpunk 2 Game Director and Design Director.

“Tales from the Frostland” and “Aesthetics of Desolation: Design and Art of Frostpunk” will come to Kickstarter this fall, with the current goal to ship the books in the second half of 2025. Both books will be available in English only, with pricing to be announced at a later date.

As for the 11 bit studios merch store, the initial selection of limited edition Frostpunk and publishing division games apparel is now available. Over time, more apparel, vinyl records, pins, and various other gadgets will be added, all with a singular aim: to prioritize quality over quantity with a curated selection of unique, must-have products.

DarkStar One Nintendo Switch Edition Launch Trailer

2024/06/24

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, Trailers / Videos

Prepare for an intergalactic thrill ride as publisher Kalypso Media and developer Engine Software join forces to deliver the electrifying retro space opera DarkStar One – Nintendo Switch Edition to spacefaring adventurers today for £26.99 which includes a 10% discount through June 20th.

Venture to the stars as Kayron Jarvis, a skilled pilot and heir to the famed starship DarkStar One to navigate the excitement and perils of space and uncover the mysteries of the cosmos. Set in the distant future, DarkStar One – Nintendo Switch Edition offers a dynamic universe full of diverse characters and alien races both friendly and otherwise… where customisation options and an open universe provide playstyle opportunities and paths for exploration as vast as space itself.

Engage your foes in a variety of different epic space battles. With challenging encounters and alien enemies at every turn, you will need battle prowess to outmanoeuvre the enemy in close-range dogfights and outsmart rival factions in challenging large-scale encounters. Make improvements to the DarkStar One in an RPG-style upgrade system using information gleaned from alien technology to ensure victory as you traverse the hazards of space.

Determine your own path to victory and choose your playstyle as either a Mercenary, Smuggler, Trader, Spy, or Killer, or combine the essence of them all to truly make your playstyle your own. Engage in different activities throughout the exhilarating storyline and participate in missions offering a variety of additional content and fun new objectives as you progress through the galaxy.

Industry Giant 4.0 Gameplay Trailer

2024/06/24

Jerry Paxton

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

Publisher Toplitz Productions and Munich-based development studio Don VS Dodo proudly present the first in-game trailer for Industry Giant 4.0, the highly anticipated revival of the legendary Giant brand.

As part of the showcase event for the “Games Made in Germany” sale on Steam, which was broadcasted by IGN, Industry Giant 4.0 opens its doors to fans of business simulations and nostalgics for the first time and provides a sneak peek of the new game design with a familiar flair.

Don’t hesitate, unleash your inner tycoon and follow us into a new age of business simulations, the age of Industry Giant 4.0.

Industry Giant 4.0 will encompass all the aspects necessary to create and manage a thriving business where utilizing important data will be instrumental in strategic decision-making across the value chain. A keen business mind means looking at all aspects, from the flow of goods to the condition and efficiencies of factories, stores and warehouses. Additionally, players will need to look at ways to enhance productivity, flexibility, innovation, and resource efficiency, and even construct transportation networks, plan production, manage finances, and navigate global events that can impact their bottom line.

Players will shape an industrial empire from the ground up with all of the available tools at their disposal to formulate a successful business. Industry Giant 4.0 aims to offer a comprehensive experience in transportation infrastructure, industrial building, production planning, and financial management.

As a visionary industrial giant or business team, players can confront the daily challenges of a dynamic business as they deal with the complexities of outside influences from seasonal challenges such as weather and random events, to market conditions and financial implications such as taxation and permits.

Industry Giant 4.0 isn’t just a game; it’s a journey into the heart of industrial strategy. From supply chain finesse to global market domination, players will craft their legacy in the ever-evolving landscape of commerce.

ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree Available Now

2024/06/24

Jerry Paxton

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

Touch the withered arm of the Empyrean, leave the shackles of the Lands Between and enter the Realm of Shadow to find Miquella and his followers. It’s time to embark on a new journey full of new secrets in ELDEN RING™ Shadow of the Erdtree, available now. The long-awaited ELDEN RING expansion from Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. and FromSoftware, Inc. adds a new chapter to the multiple “Game of the Year”-winning title and 25-million-unit best seller. The expansion is available now in multiple versions, including a collector’s edition as well as bundles which include the base game for PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam®. For more information, visit eldenring.com.

ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree adds an expansive new experience to ELDEN RING, the intriguing world created by FromSoftware, Inc. director Hidetaka Miyazaki and George R. R. Martin, author of the fantasy series “A Song of Ice and Fire.” The original game, which released in February 2022 to broad critical acclaim, has sold more than 25 million copies, and won numerous prestigious awards, including Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2022, Golden Joystick Award 2022, 26th D.I.C.E. Awards, and the 2023 Game Developers Choice Awards, earning many distinctions in category awards for storytelling, game design and production value.

In ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree players step into the Realm of Shadow to embark on a new adventure full of mysteries and danger, setting off on a terrifying new adventure where they will confront threatening bosses and discover new gear, abilities, weapons and armor. Following in the footsteps of Miquella, the once tarnished legions who rose to Elden Lord may now need to leave their grace behind, as they enter a sinister new chapter and unravel the dark side of the ELDEN RING story.

The Riftbreaker: Heart of the Swamp – Launch Trailer

2024/06/24

Jerry Paxton

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

The paid DLC is released alongside the biggest free content update for The Riftbreaker up to this date – World Expansion III. Thanks to World Expansion III, all players can discover the new Fungal Swamp biome in two brand-new Survival Mode scenarios, complete with its unique fauna and flora. The expansion also features more than seventy new technology items players can use in-game, as well as dozens of game optimizations, bug fixes, and quality-of-life improvements.

The Heart of the Swamp DLC is now available on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2506610/The_Riftbreaker_Heart_of_the_Swamp/), GOG, Epic Store, and other PC storefronts, priced at $9.99 (and local equivalents).