Author - Jerry Paxton

The Riftbreaker: Heart of the Swamp – Launch Trailer

2024/06/24

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).

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 – Gameplay Overview Trailer

2024/06/21

Jerry Paxton

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

Today Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive premiered the new gameplay overview trailer for their hotly-anticipated third-person action game Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2. Narrated by Creative Director Oliver Hollis-Leick, this six-minute video dives deeper into Space Marine 2’s main story campaign, multiplayer modes, and progression mechanics. Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 releases on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on September 9. Pre-order the Gold or Ultra Edition today and play up to four days before release!

Play as Lieutenant Titus and Fight the Tyranids in All-Out Galactic Warfare

Continue the story of legendary Ultramarine Lieutenant Demetrian Titus a hundred years after the events of Space Marine and fight the endless Tyranid swarms to defend the Imperium. Unleash Titus’ superhuman skill and wide-ranging arsenal solo, or with up to two friends playing as Titus’ battle-brothers Chairon and Gadriel in seamless drop-in/drop-out co-op.

Customize Your Space Marines and Loadouts in PvE and PvP

Battle as one of six playable classes (Tactical, Assault, Vanguard, Bulwark, Sniper, and Heavy) in “Operations” (PvE) and “Eternal War” (PvP) modes, and make them your own with Space Marine 2’s deep customization system for armor and weapons.

In “Operations” mode, use Armoury Data and experience earned on the battlefield to upgrade each class with up to 25 perks to shape your playstyle. Armoury Data will also let you level up your weapons with each new mission to unlock more powerful variants and unique cosmetics. The armor and weapon cosmetics earned in “Operations” will even be available for your “Eternal War” matches, though your perks and weapon upgrades will remain exclusive to the PvE experience for balancing purposes.

More Missions, Enemies and Weapons Coming in Free Updates

Following the game’s launch on September 9, Space Marine 2 will add new “Operations” missions, PvP maps, enemies and weapons to fight them with through regular free content updates for all players. Additional cosmetics and Chapter heraldry will release as part of the Season Pass, with no microtransactions or in-game cash shop involving premium currency.

Heed the call of battle when Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 launches Sept. 9, 2024, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-order the Standard, Gold, Ultra, or Collector’s Edition now! Sign up as a Focus member to get exclusive news and upcoming special offers for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and the whole Focus catalog.

World of Tanks Blitz Celebrates 10 Years

2024/06/21

Jerry Paxton

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

World of Tanks Blitz was launched a decade ago as a mobile only game with 8 maps and 3 tank nations. Since then, it has evolved into a successful AAA title and expanded to macOS, Windows 10, Steam, and Nintendo Switch, creating a full cross-play and cross-progression eco-system for tank lovers.

Over the years, World of Tanks Blitz has seen consistent growth, as the MS-1 team continuously implemented player feedback, improved graphic fidelity and performance, while creating in-game events and forming major partnerships. Today, the project boasts over 500 historical and fictional tanks, 11 game modes, and 30+ maps enjoyed by 180 million players around the world.

“While working on World of Tanks Blitz, one of the key lessons that we learned was: set no limits. This allowed the team to transform a rather niche slow-paced tank gameplay into fun and engaging experience that appeals to a wider audience,” said Thaine Lyman, General Manager at MS-1 studio, Wargaming. “While our players are celebrating this big milestone, we have already started implementing all the ambitious plans we have for the upcoming decade.”

World of Tanks Blitz has an entire summer of in-game festivities planned to make the party hotter.

June has already started with a special birthday event where players can win a brand-new Tier VIII and favorite Tier X tanks. Tankers can also claim a special festive container filled with the Blasteroid tank, a themed avatar, and a profile background before June 30.
July rolls out a space-themed party and cosmic activities, bringing back the “Objective: Sheridan Missile” event featuring the Sheridan Missile tank. Players can also look forward to a special collaboration with a world-famous sci-fi movie franchise, taking the party even further into the cosmos.
August will bring in the beloved among players Mad Games event returning for 10 days along with the highly anticipated seniority awards. Tankers can also expect a totally epic (and secret) gift to conclude the festivities, celebrating a decade of virtual tank battles. Don’t miss out!

Join World of Tanks Blitz for celebration during the whole summer!

Dune: Awakening Direct Reveals New Details in Massive Showcase

2024/06/21

Jerry Paxton

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

Dune: Awakening, the Open World Survival MMO set on Arrakis from developer Funcom, today unveiled the second Dune: Awakening Direct. The showcase offers 30 minutes of in-depth interviews and game footage showing character creation, the MMO-like server structure, the narrative ramifications of a world where Paul Atreides was never born, and the spiritual journey the player will undergo in the game, following in the footsteps of the Fremen.

Dune: Awakening, which recently shot past 1 million wishlists on Steam, draws on the visual and aural identity created by Denis Villeneuve and Legendary’s recent blockbuster movies and is deeply rooted in the original masterpiece by Frank Herbert. The game unleashes you on a vast and open Arrakis torn by war, where you must survive and strive for control of the spice alongside hundreds of other players.

Premiered at Summer Game Fest, the Story Cinematic – The Vision of Paul Atreides, revealed the alternate timeline that Jessica Atreides creates by choosing to give birth to a daughter instead of Paul, beginning a cascading chain of events. Paul’s absence leads to a huge power vacuum into which players will venture, creating their own story.

“Expression and customization” is one of the core pillars of Dune: Awakening. To showcase a part of that, the Direct shows off the robust in-game character creation tool. Choose every detail of your appearance, then your home planet, and even your mentor’s specialization, such as Mentat, Swordmaster, or Bene Gesserit, which determines your starting abilities.

Creative Director Joel Bylos also dived into the server structure and the Overland Map, which connects various massive sandbox maps, allowing for a larger number of players in each, both of which set Dune: Awakening apart from many other survival games.

“Making the world feel seamless and connected has always been one of our goals on Dune: Awakening,” said Joel Bylos. “We built this structure with the idea of making the game expandable, which is difficult with a single map. The idea with the overland map is that it allows us to just keep building the world and giving players new spaces to explore. Who knows what it will look like 5 years from now?”

Dune: Awakening has recently entered its persistent closed Beta, giving access to the full breadth of the game, from the Hagga Basin starting area to the Deep Desert endgame. Sign up for a chance to join on the official website, and wishlist the game on Steam.

With Gamescom coming up in August, Funcom now prepares for an epic Dune: Awakening gameplay reveal.

Spirit Halloween Unveils 2024 Animatronic Collection

2024/06/21

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News, Trailers / Videos

The countdown to Halloween has begun and Spirit Halloween, the nation’s largest Halloween retailer, announced its lineup of delightfully disturbing animatronics. Fans anticipating the grand reveal can witness new and returning legendary characters available on SpiritHalloween.com and attend the Carnevil in stores opening this August while supplies last.

The shriek-worthy lineup stars hair-raising clowns, monsters, demons, and a few familiar faces from horror film shows that are sure to send chills through anyone brave enough to step right up. This highly anticipated drop includes:

Emily and Victor of Corpse Bride: Straight from the mind of Tim Burton, the cursed couple from “Corpse Bride” bring their on-screen romance to life. These motion-activated animatronics feature realistic fluid movement, are motion and audio compatible with one another, and speak lines from the beloved movie. Available for $299.99 and $279.99 respectively.
Deluxe Ghostface: A new rendition of the cut-throat killer, the Deluxe Ghostface animatronic not only stabs and speaks lines from “Scream VI,” but also comes with two interchangeable masks and weapons to switch up the scares. Available for $279.99.
Michael Myers: Realistic fluid stabbing motions and Halloween-themed music bring this Michael Myers animatronic to life… Available for $279.99, exclusively on SpiritHalloween.com.
Nibbles the Clown: On the prowl for his next victim, Nibbles the Clown uses motion-tracking sensor technology to stalk his prey and follows movement with his head. Available for $299.99.
Ringmaster: Standing at a staggering 7 feet tall, Ringmaster introduces himself in a smooth, yet thunderous voice to distract his victims, then tilts back his head with erupting evil laughter as a projection of swirling red souls light up his barrel chest. Available for $329.99
Towering Tallulah: Her bewitching look and yellow LED eyes will be the least of your worries! This terrifying witch springs forward rising from 4 feet and 9 inches to an impressive 8 feet and 10 inches, while her signature evil laughter drowns out the sounds of screams. Available for $329.99.

“Halloween enthusiasts are upping their game when it comes to décor and they’re starting their quest for their favorite animatronics earlier than ever,” said Kym Sarkos, Executive Vice President at Spirit Halloween. “We are thrilled to introduce this year’s lineup, featuring fan-favorite characters equipped with innovative technology, and we can’t wait to see them come to life at incredible home haunts this fall.”

Fans can shop this lineup of animatronics online now on www.SpiritHalloween.com and come enjoy the show at Spirit Halloween stores across the country opening this August, while supplies last.

Follow @SpiritHalloween on social media to stay up to date on everything Halloween and visit SpiritHalloween.com to shop the best Spirit Halloween has to offer anytime, anywhere, every day of the year.

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Wins The Xbox Excellence Award

2024/06/21

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Xbox Series X News

Gun Interactive and Sumo Nottingham will be celebrating the first anniversary for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre on August 18th. However, they have plenty to be proud of before the big date. Having received the Xbox Excellence Award, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre celebrates being a top performing game on Xbox Game Pass!

With a Day One Game Pass release, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre reached 4.5 million players on Game Pass by their six month anniversary. Being a breath of fresh air within the asymmetrical horror genre, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre let friends hunt their prey together through the lens of the original 1974 film. With dedicated lore setting itself as a prequel to the first film, horror fans everywhere can create their own version of escaping the Slaughter Family. The 3 vs 4 balancing act saw critics rave about the terror and tension so perfectly crafted for fun and electrifying gameplay.

The cast for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre embodies the love and dedication Gun Interactive has for the genre. Kane Hodder mo-caps the Leatherface of the franchise. Scout Taylor Compton and Kristina Klebe, both hailing from the success of Rob Zombie’s Halloween films, deliver amazing performances as Julie and Sissy Slaughter respectively. The one and only Ed Neil reprises his role and voices The Hitchhiker while Sean Whalen (The People Under the Stairs) provides the perfect amount of terror and zany for Hitchhiker’s mo-cap. Damian Maffei, known for The Strangers: Prey at Night and Haunt, voices the narcissistic but charming Johnny Slaughter.

Continuing to pay homage to horror, many iconic figureheads have collaborated with Gun Interactive to extend the world of the franchise. Legendary special effects make-up artist Greg Nicotero designed a completely new and terrifying look for Leatherface, aptly named Nicotero Leatherface. Horror royalty Barbara Crampton lent both her likeness and amazing talent to voice DLC character Virginia, a pivotal person to the lore of Maria Flores and her disappearance. Hands, the newest threat to our roster of Victims, is mo-capped by House of 1000 Corpses actor Robert Mukes and voiced by Aaron LaPlante (Resident Evil: Village). Maria, the definitive final girl and catalyst for the events of the game, is voiced by Stephanie Panisello (Resident Evil 2 Remake).

Gun Interactive has no plans on stopping the momentum anytime soon. With additional teams aiding the project such as Black Tower Studios taking over development from Sumo Nottingham and Art Bully Productions on cosmetics, the developers of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre are proud to have players who understand their vision and enjoy spending time in Muerto County with them!

This week also saw the arrival of BBQ Bundles: special discount packs collecting some of the DLC content that the Gun team has released in the past few months. BBQ Bundles are available for purchase at $9.99 USD on all platforms, including the Character Bundle (which features Danny and Nancy) and the Execution Bundle (featuring Execution Packs 1 and 2).

And coming June 25th, a new outfit variant for everybody’s favorite Hitchhiker: the Claymore cosmetic, with some cozy outerwear to keep our Killer comfortable.

Ultimate Hunting – Official Reveal Trailer

2024/06/21

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Hunting simulators have yet to be as brutally realistic as the just-revealed Ultimate Hunting. In the first official trailer, the simulator surprises with the exciting beauty of hunting reserves in California and Africa. Developed on Unreal Engine 5, Ultimate Hunting will push the boundaries of realism in hunting games, with every decision and every shot meant to be truly felt. The game will offer both single-hunter and cooperative hunting modes for up to 16 people. Scheduled for release on PC in 2025/2026, Ultimate Hunting will later hit PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Nintendo Switch successor. A VR version is also planned.

A Polish studio of several people, 3T Games, is working on Ultimate Hunting from 2021. The publisher of the game on PC and consoles will be Ultimate Games, which is known, among other things, for its bestselling series of highly rated fishing games Ultimate Fishing Simulator.

Ultimate Hunting is a realistic open-world hunting simulator with single and multiplayer game modes (up to 16 hunters at a time), with extensive gameplay including expedition planning, stealth, tracking, or baiting. Players will have the opportunity to take on the roles of hunters who, while exploring nature, discover the habits of local animals, select suitable individuals, and admire the richness and diversity of local flora and fauna. The simulator will offer a choice of first-person or third-person perspective (FPP/TPP) view.

„Our goal is to capture the pure and true essence of hunting. Ultimate Hunting is a game that will stand out for its realism, which at times will be literally brutal. Thanks to realistic animals shoot reaction, the player will feel more strongly the weight of his decisions and the importance of every shot he takes. We are also working on a whole set of other mechanics and elements that have not been present in hunting games so far, or have only been there in a heavily simplified form, including a Random Antler Generation System (RAGS), dynamic need zones, active camouflage, and much more. Within the ecosystem, individual species will naturally react not only to players, but also to other animals, noise or the current weather. On top of that, the need zones of individual animals will be dynamic, so that each hunt can be a unique experience,” says Rafal Jelonek, producer and director of the game, who privately is a hunter himself.

The new hunting simulator is being developed on Unreal Engine 5. As a result, hunting on the African savannah or in the sequoia forests of California is expected to become a delightful and unforgettable experience. Ultimate Hunting will also support ray tracing, DLSS, and FSR technologies, among others.

Players will hunt in two vast locations – the California Hunting Reserve and the Southern Africa Hunting Reserve. The reserves are modeled on real locations, and the flora and fauna present in them will correspond to the real conditions in these places. Each map will cover an area of at least 64 km².

As the developers of the game point out, it will be possible to hunt a total of more than 30 different species of animals. In California, these include California black bears, North American cougars, California mule deer, wild boars, American badgers, western crow, California quail, wood ducks, and more. In South Africa, on the other hand, hunters will find, for example, African bush elephants, South African giraffes, Cape hippopotamus, southern lions, Nile crocodiles, southern chacma baboons, Burchell’s zebra, Cape ground squirrel, and more. At the same time, the animals will be differentiated by gender, age, and weight, among other factors.

Ultimate Hunting will offer a wide range of weapons and hunting equipment. The list includes many variants of firearms (bolt-actions, lever-action, semi-auto, shotguns, and revolvers) and silent weapons (bows and crossbows), various types of decoys and baits, optical devices, hunting clothing and footwear, as well as vehicles. There will be two aiming modes with the scope (quick scope and full scope). The 3T Games team also promises advanced weapon customization with additional accessories. Ultimate Hunting will not lack licensed hunting equipment, including, for example, Titan 6 rifles from the Austrian brand Rößler Waffen and camouflage from the American brand Next Camo.

„Importantly, in Ultimate Hunting, the principles of ethical behavior of hunters will be promoted. This will be evident, for example, in the situation after hunting a deer – the player can leave the carcass of the animal to attract predators with it, and then hunt it. At the same time, he will receive a penalty for leaving the animal in such a way but he can earn more by hunting those predators or …become a prey,” adds Rafal Jelonek.

Ultimate Hunting’s release on PC is tentatively scheduled for 2025/2026, with the simulator also coming later to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles. Ultimate Games S.A.’s plans also include releasing Ultimate Hunting on Nintendo’s new console, which will replace the Nintendo Switch, as well as preparing a version for VR systems.

Beyond Good & Evil – 20th Anniversary Edition: Launch Trailer

2024/06/21

Jerry Paxton

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

Today, during the Limited Run Games showcase, Ubisoft announced that Beyond Good & Evil – 20th Anniversary Edition will be available on June 25 on PlayStation®5 & PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, Amazon Luna and PC through the Ubisoft Store, Epic Games Store and Steam, to celebrate the 20 years of the franchise. To add to the celebration, Limited Run Games showcase also revealed their involvement in the physical edition and a Collector Edition coming soon, with pre-orders opening on July 12.

Players will be able to (re)discover the pioneering action-adventure game by exploring the wonderfully odd maritime world of Hillys in the best way possible with improved performances up to 4K, 60 FPS and numerous qualities of life improvements including autosave, cutscene-skip, full controller and keyboard & mouse support, and cross-save across all platforms.

Alongside these updates, Beyond Good & Evil – 20th Anniversary Edition will also introduce a new Speedrun Mode to challenge players, 20+ new achievements and an Anniversary Gallery delving deep into the game’s development history and featuring tons of never-before-seen artworks, videos and so much more.

Finally, this special edition will feature hunt in which players can discover more about Jade’s past and collect exclusive cosmetic rewards. This exclusive new mission also reveals more about the narrative link to Beyond Good & Evil 2, showing Ubisoft’s enduring commitment to the franchise.

For the latest news on Beyond Good & Evil – 20th Anniversary Edition, please visit: https://bgegame.com/20th-anniversary.

SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Headset Review

2024/06/21

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Reviews, Tech News, Tech Review

The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Headset is a luxurious and high-performance audio solution for the modern gamer, promising an immersive and comfortable experience that justifies its premium price tag. Does it live up to the hype? After extensive testing on both Xbox and PC, I can confidently say that it largely delivers on its promises, though not without a few minor caveats.

First and foremost, let’s talk about sound quality. The Nova Pro Wireless is equipped with premium high-resolution capable drivers that produce incredibly clear and detailed audio. Whether you’re listening to the subtle footsteps of an enemy sneaking up behind you in a first-person shooter or enjoying the soaring orchestral score of a fantasy RPG, every sound is rendered with exceptional clarity and depth. The headset also supports 360° spatial audio, which adds another layer of immersion by accurately simulating the directionality of sounds.

One of the standout features of the Nova Pro Wireless is its active noise cancellation (ANC). When enabled, the ANC does an excellent job of blocking out external noise, allowing you to fully focus on your game without distractions. Whether you’re gaming in a noisy living room or trying to escape the hustle and bustle of a coffee shop, the ANC creates a peaceful and immersive soundscape.

Comfort is another area where the Nova Pro Wireless excels. The ear cups are plush and well-padded, and the adjustable headband ensures a secure and comfortable fit even during extended gaming sessions. The headset is also surprisingly lightweight, which further contributes to its comfort.

The Nova Pro Wireless comes with a dual-battery system that allows for continuous use. When one battery runs out, you can simply swap it out with the fully charged spare battery without having to interrupt your game. The included base station also serves as a charging dock and a wireless transmitter, offering convenient control over volume, equalizer settings, and other features.

The ClearCast Gen 2 microphone is another highlight of the Nova Pro Wireless. It delivers crystal-clear voice communication, ensuring that your teammates can hear you loud and clear even in the midst of a heated battle. The microphone is also retractable, which is a nice touch when you’re not using it for voice chat.

In terms of design, the Nova Pro Wireless is sleek and minimalist. The matte black finish and subtle SteelSeries branding give it a sophisticated look that won’t clash with your gaming setup. The build quality is also excellent, with the headset feeling sturdy and durable.

However, there are a couple of minor drawbacks to consider. Firstly, the price is undeniably steep, making it a significant investment for most gamers. Secondly, some users may find the ear cups to be a bit too warm during extended use, especially in warmer climates.

Overall, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Headset is a top-of-the-line gaming headset that offers exceptional audio quality, comfort, and features. While it may not be the most affordable option on the market, its performance and versatility make it a worthwhile investment for gamers who demand the best.

Overall Score: 4 out of 5

Disneyland Unveils Halloween Time 2024 Events and Details

2024/06/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, Halloween, News

The sun-filled days of summer will soon give way to fall and the Disneyland Resort will welcome the start of the season on Aug. 23. Relish in returning favorites and enjoy new offerings that will delight guests of all ages — from those seeking silly scares and frightful family fun to celebrations of time-honored traditions and beloved bonds.

A spectacular spell will be cast starting Aug. 23-Oct. 31, 2024, as Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort conjures spirited seasonal décor, Halloween-themed attractions, enchanting entertainment, a galore of specialty treats and more. At Disneyland Park, Mickey Mouse and pals will dress for the occasion and debut new looks for this year’s Halloween celebration. There’s even more not-so-scary family fun in store this season when “Mickey’s Trick and Treat” show debuts to guests at Disney California Adventure Park in the daytime for the first time ever.

Spirits and foolish mortals alike will be delighted when Haunted Mansion returns in time for the fall season with a merrily macabre look as Haunted Mansion Holiday. As the attraction’s reimagined queue experience continues to materialize, Haunted Mansion Holiday will be available via virtual queue only when it reopens.

Featuring the beloved songs and stories from Pixar Animation Studios’ Academy Award^®-winning “Coco,” Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure Park, Aug. 23-Nov. 2, 2024, celebrates the spirit of Día de los Muertos with delectable Mexican cuisine and delightful decorations, as well as heartwarming music and entertainment offerings that pay tribute to the bonds of family and time-honored traditions at the core of the holiday. This year, the touching show celebrating “Coco” will feature a new name and storyline, along with newly designed costumes.

Halloween Time at Disneyland Resort

Disneyland Park
Adorned with seasonal décor and fall foliage, the Disneyland Resort takes on a wickedly wonderful transformation. The Main Street Pumpkin Festival brings a dazzling assortment of pumpkins to Main Street, U.S.A., at Disneyland Park, including the giant Mickey Mouse Pumpkin at the center of the spectacle. Clad in their new outfits at Disneyland Park, Mickey Mouse will sport a skeleton-inspired suit and Minnie Mouse and friends will don playful patchwork patterns. Earlier this year, eerie endeavors began to expand the grounds of the Haunted Mansion and the attraction will return as a merry manifestation with the fall season as Haunted Mansion Holiday, inspired by “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” when Jack Skellington takes over with spirited surprises and thrilling twists.  At the center of the frightful fête’s ballroom scene is the gingerbread house and this year’s confection features an all-new design. Until the queue transformation comes to life from beyond, foolish mortals can enjoy Haunted Mansion Holiday with virtual queue. In the evenings, the haunting atmosphere at Disneyland Park culminates in “Halloween Screams” as the nighttime spectacular conjures visions of Disney villains, along with spooky projections and special effects in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle, “it’s a small world,” façade and along the Rivers of America and Main Street, U.S.A. On select nights, sparkling fireworks seize the sky in a spellbinding spectacle. Plus, MagicBand+* adds an eerie element to the show as it lights up and pulses as if to send a sign from the spirits beyond.

For more Disney Halloween history, Disney’s Happiest Haunts Guided Tours** returns for a limited time during this season and offers a guided strolling experience through Disneyland Park with spooky stops along the way. Hair-raising highlights include a special Haunted Mansion photo opportunity featuring hitchhiking ghosts plus reserved viewing for “Halloween Screams.” Guests can visit Disneyland.com to book beginning Aug. 8, 2024.

Disney California Adventure Park
At Disney California Adventure Park, the décor is delightfully devious as guests are greeted by scarily splendid décor and the sight of the Headless Horseman statue on Buena Vista Street. When night falls, the atmosphere gets even more eerie with haunting projections casting strange shadows. Over in Cars Land, Radiator Springs turns into Radiator Screams as everyday objects like traffic cones, tires and tools are transformed with whimsical touches that celebrate the spirit of the season. Favorite characters like Lightning McQueen and Mater will be dressed in their Haul-O-Ween attire in celebration. Three attractions take on seasonal transformations for a Halloween twist with Luigi’s Honkin’ Haul-O-Ween and Mater’s Graveyard JamBOOree. In nearby Avengers Campus, a thrilling mission in The Collector’s Fortress becomes menacing each evening on Guardians of the Galaxy – Monsters After Dark.

This year, there’s even more festive family fun to be had when for the very first time, “Mickey’s Trick and Treat” makes its way to guests as a daily offering at the Disney Theater. Led by a host dressed as a mad scientist, this interactive show features Mickey and friends celebrating a not-so-scary Halloween as they tell spooky tales and brew up a magical potion. Guests will go batty as they sing and dance along to the whimsically wacky songs.

Downtown Disney District
The Downtown Disney District will delight with Halloween décor, special entertainment and themed offerings from select locations. This year’s gourd-geous installations feature oversized pumpkins in colorful hues for perfect fall photo backdrops. For scary good family fun, guests can enjoy a spirited hunt for hidden Disney character-themed pumpkins with Pluto’s Pumpkin Pursuit*** beginning in September by purchasing an activity map for their search to claim a collectible keepsake. And for the first time, guests may also peruse for pumpkins at Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park, with each park offering their own separate activity maps for purchase.

Hotels of the Disneyland Resort
Fearsome fun is underway at the Hotels of the Disneyland Resort with spirited décor and themed activities—guests can enjoy pumpkin decorating demonstrations, live entertainment and other seasonal offerings. Dine at Goofy’s Kitchen and delight in the themed décor and meet favorite characters in their Halloween outfits. This year, Storytellers Cafe will also get spooky with a new breakfast and brunch dining experience with seasonal decor and characters in new Halloween attire. This Halloween season at the Disneyland Resort, guests can enjoy new selections and returning favorites like the Halloween funnel cake at Stage Door Café.

As the weather gets chillier and the atmosphere gets creepier, guests can find startlingly stunning looks like the latest Disneyland Resort apparel, accessories, headwear and an array of other bewitching merchandise.

Plaza de la Familia honoring Día de los Muertos
With colorful decorations, lively entertainment and family activities for all ages, Plaza de la Familia returns to Paradise Gardens in Disney California Adventure Park from Aug. 23 to Nov. 2, honoring the Mexican traditions of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) and paying tribute to the memories of loved ones. Paradise Garden Grill returns with a limited-time menu inspired by Mexican cuisine with selections like al pastor tacos.

This year’s heartwarming show will celebrate “Coco” with a new name and storyline, along with newly designed costumes. Plaza de la Familia will also offer colorful photo opportunities, plus crafts and other activities that celebrate the holiday and the spirit of remembrance.

Celebrations of Día de los Muertos can be found across the Disneyland Resort. In Frontierland at Disneyland Park, the area near Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante is adorned with skeleton figurines, brilliant marigolds, brightly colored florals plus other decorative items that are typically displayed on ofrendas. Several times a day, Miguel from “Coco” can be found at this location to meet with guests.

Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party
The separate-ticket, after-hours event Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party**** returns with more nights than ever before to take over Disney California Adventure Park on 27 select nights from Sunday, Aug. 25 to Halloween night on Thursday, Oct. 31. At this ghoulishly great event, guests of all ages are invited to wear their Halloween costumes**** and enjoy an eerie evening full of festivities with attractions, themed food and beverage, special entertainment offerings and more. Guests will enjoy entrance to Disney California Adventure Park three hours before the party begins, plus highlights like the immersive Villains Grove walkthrough experience, presented by Citizen, tasty treat trails, special sightings of dastardly characters and the “Frightfully Fun Parade.” A limited amount of pre-sale tickets for the 2024 Oogie Boogie Bash – A Disney Halloween Party will go on sale for Inspire Magic Key holders beginning June 25, 2024, no earlier than 9 a.m. PT and for all Magic Key holders beginning June 26, 2024, no earlier than 9 a.m. PT. Oogie Boogie Bash tickets will be available for all guests beginning June 27, 2024, no earlier than 9 a.m. PT on Disneyland.com. The online queue to purchase tickets for Oogie Boogie Bash will now open at approximately 8:45 a.m. PT on those aforementioned dates. Oogie Boogie Bash tickets often sell out quickly. As a reminder, guests waiting in the online queue to purchase tickets can choose the “notify me” option by entering their email address to receive an email notification when it’s their turn to enter the ticket store by following the online instructions.

There is so much fall fun underway with both wicked Halloween festivities and heartwarming Día de los Muertos celebrations at the Disneyland Resort. Delight in scary good savings and enjoy the start of the season with the 2024 summer ticket offer for visits through Sept. 26, 2024.***** With this 3-day, 1-park per day ticket, guests can enjoy the Disneyland Resort for as little as $50 per day, per child (ages 3-9) for a total of $149 and $83 per adult, per day (for a total of $249) for a limited time on Monday – Thursday visits.  Upgrades such as weekend visits, Park Hopper tickets and Disney Genie+ service are also available at the time of purchase. Park reservations required.