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Driveloop Launching in 2025

Get ready to ditch the Garlic and grab the gear stick as Driveloop, the combat vehicle survivor-like, drifts onto Steam in 2025! A chaotic combination of Vampire Survivors and Mad Max, Driveloop thrusts you into decayed cityscapes overrun with Steampunk-themed enemies with one goal: SURVIVE!

Chitty Chitty BANG BANG: Drift, ram, and blast through mechanical hordes as you take control of an old-school combat car! Supercharge your ride with powerful abilities and weapons, or build an explosive crew of loyal companions on the quest to become the ultimate four-wheeled death machine.

Which you were here: Explore post-apocalyptic playgrounds like the urban jungle of Paris or the sun-bleached Berlin deserts. Each location presents unique hazards, strategic challenges, and layouts to discover!

Highway to Hell: Shift up the gears and face off against colossal mechanical monstrosities in cinematic boss encounters that will test your skills at the wheel. Have you built a car capable of weathering the storm?

Disney+ and Hulu Team Up for Halloween 2024 Programming

This spooky season, Disney+ and Hulu are conjuring up an exciting blend of scares for every Halloween enthusiast as the comprehensive streaming homes of Halloween with a thrilling variety of spine-tingling premieres, nostalgic classics, and heart-pounding horror for every family member and fan.

Huluween on Hulu

Huluween returns this October with a fresh selection of frightening content that guarantees to keep viewers on the edge of their seats. Whether preparing for a horror-filled binge or seeking thrills for a Halloween watch party, Hulu has assembled a month of chilling entertainment.

Hulu’s standout offerings include the debut of FX’s Grotesquerie, a sinister crime series that blurs the line between horror and psychological thriller, brand new Halloween specials from fan-favorite animated series Solar Opposites and Family Guy, as well as five, all-new scary tales from FX’s American Horror Stories, the final season of FX’s What We Do in the Shadows and the second season of Reginald the Vampire. For film enthusiasts, October brings the premiere of the highly-anticipated Hold Your Breath starring Sarah Paulson, Hulu Originals Mr. Crocket and Carved, and classics from M. Night Shyamalan featuring The Sixth Sense, Signs, The Happening and Unbreakable. Other fan favorites now streaming include Immaculate, Us, The First Omen, and Smile, as well as Barbarian, Ma, The Fly, The Purge and Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter coming October 1.

Halloween on Disney+

Halloween on Disney+ returns with an unbeatable lineup of spooky content that is perfect for families and fans of all ages. Disney+ presents a curated selection of premieres and timeless classics, including the highly anticipated Agatha All Along (September 18) from Marvel Television, the return of the beloved franchise Wizards Beyond Waverly Place (October 30), and a brand new Halloween-themed short from The Simpsons titled The Most Wonderful Time of the Year (October 11). Fans can also enjoy recent hits like Descendants: The Rise of Red, Goosebumps, Haunted Mansion, and Marvel Television’s Werewolf by Night, alongside treasured favorites such as Hocus Pocus, Hocus Pocus 2, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Halloweentown, and The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror Collection.

For subscribers looking to set the perfect mood this season, Disney+ will launch Hallowstream, a continuous stream of Halloween-themed content, later this fall. Whether it’s for a festive Halloween party or a cozy night in, viewers can easily access a curated lineup at any time.

Hulu on Disney+

Now with Hulu on Disney+, Bundle subscribers will have access to the best of both worlds, combining Disney+’s spooky family-friendly content with Hulu’s extensive general entertainment lineup, all in one convenient place.

XGIMI Launches Cutting-Edge 2024 Lineup at IFA Berlin

XGIMI, the award-winning projector and laser TV brand, is introducing five new projectors – MoGo 3 Pro, Elfin Flip, AURA 2, and the HORIZON S Series, consisting of the HORIZON S Max (formerly, HORIZON Max) and HORIZON S Pro. The projectors combine state-of-the-art technology with sleek design, offering consumers unparalleled visual and audio experiences at home and on-the-go, at unbeatable prices. From the everyday consumer craving portable entertainment to the home theater aficionado seeking cinematic immersion, XGIMI’s new products exceed expectations. The sleek and portable MoGo 3 Pro is ideal for impromptu movie nights or business presentations; the cinematic excellence and affordability of Elfin Flip are designed to bring the magic of the silver screen to any space; and the unparalleled audiovisual experience of AURA 2 and the new HORIZON S Series, transform any living room into a private cinema or gaming haven. All of the new projectors are available from XGIMI.com today, starting at $399.

“As the boundaries of home and on-the-go entertainment continue to blur, XGIMI remains at the forefront with innovative projectors for every type of consumer”, says Apollo Zhong, founder, and CEO of XGIMI. “MoGo 3 Pro, Elfin Flip, AURA 2, and the HORIZON S Series are no different; each product is meticulously designed to offer cutting-edge technology and user-friendly design. These new arrivals continue to show our dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction as we set new standards for excellence in the industry with each new product.”

The MoGo 3 Pro Google TV Projector – Redefining Portable Entertainment
The EISA award-winning MoGo 3 Pro redefines portable projection with its compact design, weighing just 2.43 lbs– the size of a coffee cup. It features a carrying case and lanyard for ultimate portability. As XGIMI’s first Google TV projector, the MoGo 3 Pro offers native Netflix support alongside other popular streaming apps. With a USB Type-C port for power bank support, it’s truly travel-ready.

Its innovative multi-angle base stand not only enhances convenience but also serves as a projector switch, powering up the MoGo 3 Pro simply by rotating it out of the base. Advanced DLP display technology, 1080P resolution, and a 90% DCI-P3 color gamut deliver stunning visuals with rich colors and clarity. Classic XGIMI features like auto keystone correction and intelligent obstacle avoidance ensure quick, easy setup and optimal viewing every time.

The MoGo 3 Pro also introduces an ambient light feature. In this feature, the projector light moves with the music, adding vibrant colors that dance with every note, creating an immersive audio-visual experience. This revolutionary portable projector is available for $449, and bundled with the extra powerbase stand is available for $499.

Elfin Flip: Cinematic Experience in a Compact Package
The Elfin Flip introduces cinematic sound and vision in a compact long-throw smart projector, featuring Dolby™ audio, and delivering 1080P resolution and high brightness, all at an affordable price. Its portable design and integrated stand allow for easy adjustment and multi-angle projection (up to 150 degrees of tilt), while XGIMI’s Intelligent Screen Adaptation Technology ensures automatic keystone correction and screen alignment for hassle-free setup. Elfin Flip’s lightweight frame fits comfortably on a desk or shelf, making it ideal for smaller spaces and beyond.

Designed for versatility, the Elfin Flip is easy to carry and move from room to room. Despite its compact size, it packs 400 ISO lumens and is equipped with two 3W speakers supported by Dolby Audio. Powered by WebOS with native Netflix support and access to thousands of other applications and streaming services, users can watch their favorite shows and movies seamlessly. Best of all, the Elfin Flip is available for just $399, making it a feature-packed, cost-effective choice for everyday consumers seeking high-quality projection at an accessible price.

AURA 2: The Ultimate Luxury Home Theater Experience
AURA 2, a second EISA award winner from XGIMI, sets yet another new standard for home entertainment with its cinema-level audio and visual capabilities packed in a sleek short-throw projection unibody. Powered by Dual Light 2.0 technology, this new generation of AURA offers

ultra-high brightness and color accuracy with 2300 ISO Lumens, ensuring stunning visuals in any lighting condition and achieving IMAX Enhanced and Dolby Vision® certifications. IMAX Enhanced certification allows users to enjoy IMAX’s expanded aspect ratio, stunning visuals and exclusive audio format from DTS at home. The AURA 2’s DCI-P3 color gamut coverage is 99%, allowing for excellent and precise reproduction of colors. For sound, AURA 2 provides immersive theater sound quality through four built-in Harman/Kardon 15W 2-channel speakers.

Thanks to AURA’s rich color accuracy, consumers can also use the short-throw projector to bring stunning artwork to the home with Art Mode. With a 0.177:1 ultra-short throw ratio, the AURA 2 projects a larger image than other UST projectors. Place it near the wall for a 150-inch screen without complicated installation. And, with the added Ambient Light Rejecting screen (sold separately), it creates a canvas effect, truly looking like artwork on a wall all while doubling as a home entertainment system. The anti-glare screen marks XGIMI’s first ALR screen to market, another exciting feat for the brand as it continues to expand its lineup. With the smartest adaptation system from XGIMI and the short-throw category yet, including uninterrupted auto keystone correction, wall flatness improvement, wall color adaptation, and smart cognition that awakes the projector when movement is sensed, the new AURA 2 optimizes the viewing experience for every environment. Screen Alignment Assist will automatically detect and align the image perfectly with the screen, while wall flatness improvement ensures a perfectly flat image, making any wall a perfect canvas for your display.

Also designed for gaming and sports enthusiasts, AURA 2 features a low latency gaming mode, MEMC for sports, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity for seamless streaming. The AURA 2 can display up to 150”, making for a clear and large image, perfect for users looking to level up their viewing experience for gaming, movie-watching, sports, and more. Plus, with its slim-fit unibody, AURA

2 blends seamlessly into any home theater setup and allows for a large-screen viewing experience in a smaller space. The luxurious AURA 2 is now available for $2,699, competitively priced for the feature set it provides consumers.

The New HORIZON Series Features Max Performance and Pro Innovation
The new HORIZON S Series, including the HORIZON S Pro and the HORIZON S Max, bring in the HORIZON Max’s technology (debuted at CES 2024), but at a more affordable price point for mass consumers (starting at $1,299). The latest projectors set a new benchmark in home projection with Dual Light 2.0 Technology, combining a Tri-Color Laser and LED for a brighter, more accurate image while ensuring eye comfort. HORIZON S pro is certified by Dolby Vision, while HORIZON S Max is certified by both IMAX Enhanced and Dolby Vision. Both new projectors in the S Series deliver a true cinematic experience with stunning visuals. Featuring a built-in flexible stand, both also offer 360° horizontal and 135° vertical rotation, making it easy to adjust the projection angle with one hand.

With a dynamic contrast of 1000000:1 and 3100 ISO lumens, the HORIZON S Max is 34.7% brighter than its predecessor, the HORIZON Ultra. The HORIZON S Pro delivers incredibly vivid effects with 1800 ISO lumens and the same dynamic contrast ratio of 1000000:1. Both projectors are equipped with Harman/Kardon speakers with 2×12W output, DTS, featuring Dolby Audio and DTS to ensure an enhanced audio experience. Additionally, the HORIZON S Series projectors include ISA 5.0 technology for real-time correction and an electric sliding cover for a seamless start-up, all wrapped in a home aesthetic design that integrates beautifully into any living space.

Both of these new projectors are leveling up XGIMI’s HORIZON series, perfect for consumers who crave max performance and pro-innovation for less, with price tags starting at $1,299 to $1,899.

The Introduction of the new MoGo 2 Plus and Halo+ (New) Google TV Projectors
XGIMI is also introducing two new Google TV projectors – the MoGo 2 Plus and the Halo+. Google TV brings together movies, shows, and more from across your apps and subscriptions and organizes them just for you. Users can get curated recommendations and use Google’s powerful search to find movies and shows across 10,000+ apps, including Netflix. The new remotes for each product even have a dedicated Netflix button, so users are just one click away from one of the most popular streaming services. They can also press the Google Assistant button on the remote to find movies, stream apps, control their projector, and more – all with their voice. Plus with personalized watchlists and profiles, everyone’s experience is customized for them. Furthermore, the MoGo 2 Plus and the Halo+ (New) are equipped with the same technical features that consumers have come to love, like ISA 2.0, built-in speakers, Dolby Audio, and compact, sleek unibody and design. The MoGo 2 Plus will be available exclusively at Walmart for $299 in October 2024, and the Halo+ (New) is available for $799 on XGIMI.com now.

Corsair Launches XENEON 34WQHD240-C QD-OLED Gaming Monitor

CORSAIR® (Nasdaq: CRSR) today announced the launch of its XENEON 34WQHD240-C QD-OLED Gaming Monitor, which offers vibrant colors, true deep blacks, and enhanced brightness for stunning visuals. Featuring a sleek, slim panel with a contemporary white design, this WQHD display meets the needs of gamers and multimedia enthusiasts seeking a more immersive experience, as well as content creators demanding superb color accuracy.

The XENEON 34 QD-OLED uses the latest 2024 Samsung QD-OLED panel to bring a visually immersive experience to the popular 34-inch monitor size. The 21:9 cinematic aspect ratio and a curved 1800R display provide a wide viewing angle for gaming, multimedia, and productivity. With up to 1000-nit peak brightness and up to 99% DCI-P3 color gamut, it reveals an amazing level of detail in every image, from the brightest highlights to the gloomiest shadows, thanks to DisplayHDR True Black 400 and a up to 1,500,000:1 contrast ratio.

QD-OLED enhances response times and refresh rates, making the XENEON 34 QD-OLED an ideal partner for high-speed gameplay, whether it’s racing, FPS, or action games. With a refresh rate of up to 240Hz combined with an impressive response time of up to 0.03ms (GtG), the image on screen reacts to inputs faster than you can perceive. Support for both NVIDIA G-SYNC and AMD FreeSync Premium eliminates tearing while maintaining smooth motion clarity in fast-paced scenes.

The XENEON 34 QD-OLED features an on-screen display (OSD) proximity sensor that activates simply by reaching your hand near its bottom edge, making it easier than ever to interact with your monitor. The rear I/O design keeps cables and clutter in check while providing access to a high-performance array of advanced connectivity options.

The ergonomic stand design allows you to adjust the XENEON 34 QD-OLED to your preferred height (up to 100mm) and orientation with tilt (-7° to +15°) and swivel (+/- 30°), optimizing your desk space for a flexible setup with its 100 x 100mm VESA compatibility.

The XENEON 34 QD-OLED includes an array of burn-in prevention features, such as an image retention refresh after eight hours of use and an Orbit feature that shifts the entire image by one pixel every three minutes to minimize the risk of burn-in. All of this is backed by a comprehensive three-year Zero Dead Pixel and Zero Burn In warranty.

Able to display everything your PC can do at its best, the XENEON 34 QD-OLED showcases the amazing benefits of QD-OLED technology: vibrant colors, true deep blacks, superb color accuracy, and unparalleled contrast.

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Halloween Horror Nights Details Food, Merch, and Late Night with Chucky Live Talk Show

Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood lures guests deeper into this year’s terrifying event with a curated menu of devilish bites and beverages plus exclusive merchandise, all inspired by this year’s horrifying slate of haunted houses and original shows. Halloween Horror Nights runs select nights from Thursday, September 5 through Sunday, November 3, 2024.

“Late Night with Chucky,” an all-original live talk show located in the DreamWorks Theatre, will feature the notorious doll infusing his self-deprecating sense of humor as takes over Late Night. The interactive attraction will invite guests to submit questions for Chucky to answer via a QR code available in the lobby of the theatre, but if this temperamental host doesn’t appreciate the question, guests may end up like his production team who have been eliminated from their position…permanently.

With such haunted houses as “The Weeknd: Nightmare Trilogy,” “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Legacy of Leatherface,” “Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines” and “Monstruos 2: The Nightmares of Latin America,” tapping into guests darkest fears, these experiences will also send them spiraling for a reprise with a selection of tempting treats and drinks. Guests must be 21+ and have a valid photo ID to purchase alcoholic beverages.

This year’s terrifying event menu will include vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free items for those with every type of appetite. The following is a sample of what fans can expect:

The Weeknd: Nightmare Trilogy Bar (located in Lower Lot by “Jurassic World—The Ride”)

  • Saw Blade Flatbread (Short Rib) – braised short rib, mozzarella cheese, mushrooms, spicy tomato sauce and ranch drizzle
  • Saw Blade Flatbread (Mushroom) – mushrooms, roasted tomato, mozzarella cheese, green pepper, crispy onion and spicy tomato sauce
  • Too Late – tequila, raspberry puree and peach and lime juice garnished with a grenadine-filled syringe and red light up cube
  • Out of Time – cola, raspberry and ginger syrup and a red light up cube, topped with strawberry heart jellies
  • How Do I Make you Love Me? – rum, peach and passion fruit puree and lemonade served with an orange light up cube and dark chocolate butterfly
  • Is There Someone Else? – vodka, blue curaçao, lime juice and Sprite soda garnished with a multicolor light up cube and a gummy eyeball

Chucky’s Dive Bar (located behind Animation Studio Store)

  • Cult of Chucky – spicy tamarind vodka, strawberry syrup, lemon juice and club soda with a chamoy and tajin, topped with chamoy gummy bears
  • Friend Till the End – tequila, Sprite soda, blue curaçao, lime juice and orange popping pearls with an orange sugar rim and a rainbow lollipop
  • Chucky’s Got Jokes – bourbon, amaretto, corn simple syrup, lime juice and ginger beer topped with chamoy drizzled corn and cinnamon powder

City Snacks featuring “A Quiet Place” (located in Upper Lot)

  • Wooden Board Éclair – dark chocolate mousse filled éclair dripped in chocolate ganache
  • Abbot’s Corn Chowder – creamy stew with shrimp, corn, vegetables and cornbread croutons

Dia de Los Muertos (located in Universal Plaza)

  • Carne Asada Nachos – fried corn tortilla chips topped with carne asada, pico de gallo, queso fresco and guacamole
  • Beef Birria Tacos with Red Sauce – corn tortilla tacos with birria de res served with onions, cilantro and red consomé sauce
  • Pineapple Spears – pineapple spears with chamoy
  • Esquites – Corn off the Cob – corn sliced off the cobb topped with grated cotija cheese, cilantro and tajin
  • Nachos Muertos – cinnamon sugar chips, strawberry topping, oreo bits, chocolate sauce and whipped cream
  • El Cadejo Mangorita – tequila, triple sec, mango puree, lime juice and margarita mix served with chamoy, tajin and a dried chili covered mango
  • Muerte Michelada – Modelo beer, michelada mix, jalapeno syrup, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce garnished with chamoy, tajin and a lime wedge
  • El Charro – spicy tamarind vodka, pickle brine, margarita mix and triple sec served with chamoy, tajin and a chocolate dipped pickle spear
  • Horror-Chata – rum, horchata, banana syrup served with whipped cream and dried banana chips
  • Spicy Strawberry Vodka Margarita – spicy tamarind vodka, strawberry syrup, lemon juice served with chamoy, tajin and a tamarind straw
  • Piña Margarita – reposado, cucumber jalapeno tequila, triple sec, agave syrup, lemon juice, pineapple juice garnished with a chamoy drzzled pineapple spear

Monster Eats (located in Lower Lot)

  • Into the Fog Fish ‘n Chips – crispy beer battered cod nuggets with tartar sauce and chips
  • The Fiery Bite Corn Dog – spicy Korean-style corn dog with spicy ketchup and chips
  • She-Wolf Midnight Delight Cheesecake – fried cheesecake dusted with powdered sugar and strawberry claw marks
  • The Bride’s Cookie – black and white cookie

Leatherface’s BBQ (located in Lower Lot)

  • Pam’s Brisket Sandwich – smoked brisket sandwich with Coca-Cola BBQ sauce and creamy coleslaw served with a side of potato salad and BBW baked beans
  • Franklin’s BBQ Ribs – Coca-Cola BBQ ribs served with a side of potato salad and BBQ baked beans
  • Drayton’s Chili Cheese Dog – all-beef hot dog topped with chili and cheddar cheese and served with a side of potato salad
  • Grandpa’s Porch Pounder – vodka, mezcal, passionfruit puree, Sprite soda, citrus sour and grenadine topped with bloody bone candy

Halloween Horror Nights guests and fans can elevate their experience with a variety of new merchandise collections featuring their favorite fiends and most-anticipated haunted houses. Fan favorite character Lil Boo – an adorable yet creepy baby pumpkin – will come to life in an all-new collection, including a popcorn bucket, shoulder plush, backpack and headwear. The new Halloween Horror Nights collection features sickening house tees, a pierced, reversible bucket hat, bat-eared beanie, skull shot glass and much more. Everyone’s favorite killer doll Chucky is back with an updated popcorn bucket featuring new phrases and a stitched up look inspired by Bride of Chucky.

From apparel and accessories to souvenirs and homeware, fans can also shop exclusive products inspired by “The Weeknd: Nightmare Trilogy” haunted house and the Dia de Los Muertos activation at Universal Plaza, only at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk Hollywood.

The horror extends to Universal CityWalk with a selection of limited-tie offerings at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast KitchenNBC Sports Grill & BrewVIVO Italian KitchenAntojitos Cocina MexicanaVoodoo Doughnuts and Jimmy Buffett’s® Margaritaville.

With eight all-new terrifying haunted houses, a reimagined Terror Tram, multiple scare zones and live entertainment, Halloween Horror Nights is Southern California’s scariest Halloween event that features a killer line-up, inspired by the biggest names in horror.

At a glance, this is Halloween Horror Nights 2024 at Universal Studios Hollywood:

  • “The Weeknd: Nightmare Trilogy,” an immersive experience curated by the multi-award-winning artist.
  • “A Quiet Place,” a terrifying new experience based on Paramount Pictures’ critically acclaimed franchise that will incorporate American Sign Language (ASL) into a haunted house for the very first time.
  • “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire,” inspired by Sony Picture’s horror-comedy.
  • “Insidious: The Further” based on Blumhouse Production’s hit supernatural horror film series.
  • “Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines” an all-female monsters led haunted house inspired by Universal Pictures’ classic monsters.
  • “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Legacy of Leatherface,” which pays tribute to the 50th anniversary of the iconic maniacal monster.
  • “Monstruos 2: The Nightmares of Latin America,” a sequel to the 2023 hit haunted house.
  • “Dead Exposure: Death Valley,” an original concept house with petrifying radioactive zombies.
  • “Terror Tram: Enter the Blumhouse,” a Terror Tram experience taking fans on a close encounter with characters from Blumhouse Production’s popular franchises, including M3GANThe Black PhoneFreakyThe Purge and Happy Death Day.
  • “The Purge: Dangerous Waters,” a live stunt show that takes visitors on a fiery, rock-fueled adventure while they fight to survive the night.
  • “Luchadores Monstruosos,” an all-new scare zone.
  • “Skull Lordz,” a scare zone featuring a gothic inspired royal court of the dead.
  • “Chainsaw Punkz,” a troop of chainsaw killers will confront guests as they enter the event.
  • “Murder of Crowz,” a flock of menacing crow stilt-walkers will terrify guests.

Tickets are on sale now with a variety of ticket offerings available. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions. Details for each ticket type are subject to change.

  • General Admission: General Admission ticket to Halloween Horror Nights
  • Universal Express: One-time (per day) express access to each participating haunted house, ride and attraction. Does not include early event access.
  • Universal Express Unlimited: Unlimited express access (per day) to each participating haunted house, ride and attraction. Does not include early event access.
  • Frequent Fear Pass: Experience up to 33 nights (based on your selected first visit date during purchase) of General Admission to this year’s event. Valid on select nights only; blackout dates apply. Does not include early event access.
  • Ultimate Fear Pass: Experience the scares over and over for up to all event nights (based on selected first visit date during purchase). No blackout dates on return visits. Does not include early event access.
  • After 2 PM Day/Night: Daytime General Admission to the Theme Park after 2:00 p.m. and same day evening General Admission to Halloween Horror Nights.
  • Early Access Ticket: Early access, beginning at 5:30 p.m.(subject to change) to select haunted houses prior to event opening. A Halloween Horror Nights admission ticket must be purchased separately.
  • R.I.P. Tour: Enjoy V.I.P treatment with an evening of first-class horror, expert shared guided tour of the haunted house, exclusive experiences along the way and a gourmet dinner.
  • Platinum Annual Pass Members: Platinum Annual Pass Members can reserve their complimentary Halloween Horror Nights General Admission ticket; select nights apply.

The Thing: Remastered New Screenshots Released

In honor of the 22nd anniversary of the North American release of the cult-classic horror game The Thing, video game remaster developer Nightdive Studios has shared a fr(l)esh look at The Thing: Remastered, which will inflict alien terror on PC and console gamers later this year!

We know you folks have been champing at the bit for more gruesome sights, so check out the new 4K The Thing: Remastered screenshots below!

The Thing: Remastered is a faithful restoration of the 2002 third-person survival horror shooter inspired by Universal Pictures’ genre-defining 1982 film, The Thing. Nightdive Studios has upgraded this horrifying classic for the modern era through its proprietary KEX Engine for play on current-generation gaming devices up to a 4K resolution at 120FPS. Improvements to character models, textures, and animations have been hand-crafted by Nightdive Studios, with the implementation of advanced 3D rendering for updated lighting and atmospheric effects — for a suspenseful and disgustingly detailed remaster that reanimates the thrilling game for modern audiences.

In the frozen arctic tundra, a mysterious shape-shifting alien has wiped out the crew of the U.S. Outpost #31 research facility. In The Thing: Remastered, players step into the boots of Captain J.F. Blake, the leader of a United States Army Special Forces rescue team sent to investigate the blood-curdling events that transpired in the original The Thing film. Trapped by the elements and at risk of infection by a horrific entity, Blake must keep his squad together to survive by gaining their trust and ensuring that their fear and paranoia don’t get the best of them … or himself.

Final Fantasy VII and Max Caulfield Announce Exclusive Outfits for Life is Strange: Double Exposure

Today, SQUARE ENIX® revealed the full set of designs featured in the Life is Strange: Double Exposure FINAL FANTASY VII Outfit Pack, available in the Ultimate Edition version of the game. LIFE IS STRANGE: DOUBLE EXPOSURE will launch on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PlayStation 5®, and PC via Steam and Windows Store on Oct. 29, 2024. It is also coming to Nintendo Switch at a later date.

Even during a supernatural murder mystery, there’s always time for fashion, especially when it takes inspiration from the unforgettable FINAL FANTASY VII saga! The FINAL FANTASY VII Outfit Pack contains the Moogle coat with sculpted beanie and four indoor outfits themed around monstrous allies and fearsome foes: Chocobo, Cactuar, Bomb, and Tonberry.

Each Outfit Pack lets you change up Max’s look with one new outfit available for Max to wear in each chapter of the story.

Players can pre-order the LIFE IS STRANGE: DOUBLE EXPOSURE Ultimate Edition now to gain Advanced Access to Chapters 1 and 2 starting on Oct. 15, 2024, two weeks ahead of the release of the full game.

Max Caulfield, photographer-in-residence at the prestigious Caledon University, discovers her closest new friend Safi dead in the snow. Murdered. To save her, Max tries to Rewind time – a power she’s not used in years… but instead Max opens the way to a parallel timeline where Safi is still alive, and still in danger! Max realizes the killer will soon strike again – in both versions of reality. Only Max can Shift between the two parallel timelines to solve and prevent the same murder.

LIFE IS STRANGE: DOUBLE EXPOSURE will be available in three editions: Standard, Deluxe and Ultimate. Full details about each edition can be found at https://lifeisstrange.square-enix-games.com.

Reel Fishing: Days of Summer First Screenshots

Natsume Inc., a worldwide developer and publisher of family-oriented video games, today revealed the first screen shots and box art for the newest title in the Reel Fishing franchise Reel Fishing: Days of Summer, which will release worldwide on Nintendo Switch, Sony PlayStation 5, Sony PlayStation 4, Microsoft Xbox Series X, and PC (Steam) on October 28, 2024.

The new title in the long-running series is the ultimate fishing trip as you join three good friends as they spend their last days of summer together with one last fishing trip! But is there more to these fishing spots than meets the eye? Find out in Reel Fishing: Days of Summer! Catch over 40 species of fish from 14 different fishing locations and craft over 70 different kinds of tackle to lure the rarest of fish. Players can keep fish in a beautiful aquarium while levelling up and gaining new and exciting skills.

“The Reel Fishing franchise has been known for its photorealistic fishing fun for 25 years,” said Hiro Maekawa, President and CEO of Natsume. “We are excited to bring a bit of Summer fishing fun to brighten gamers up in October where they can experience the realistic and fun fishing experience of the original game, but with the latest and greatest specs available on the gaming systems of today.”

The game is rated E for Everyone and can be pre-ordered at Gamestop on PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch.

2024 LVLUP Expo Las Vegas Wrap-Up

Las Vegas is a convention haven, catering to nearly every interest imaginable. Amidst car shows, construction expos, and even a Star Trek convention, the LVLUP Expo stands out for its diverse fandom appeal.

The bustling atmosphere of LVLUP was evident from the free GFuel samples at the entrance – a much-appreciated energy boost considering the packed schedule of panels and parties. The spacious, well-organized West Hall provided ample room for each section, but comfortable shoes were a must due to the sheer size of the venue. The Las Vegas Convention Authority thoughtfully provided the Vegas Loop for free transportation to and from parking lots and the monorail station.

Once inside, the fun began. Wild Bill’s Craft Beverages offered delicious craft sodas, including a diet option that didn’t taste like one. Mixing their vanilla creme and orange flavors created a delightful creamsicle drink. A personal favorite, I’ve enjoyed their beverages at conventions for the past nine years.

The expo offered a wide array of activities. A row of renowned anime and video game voice actors drew long lines of eager fans. Instagram-worthy selfie walls, a car show with customized anime cars, a busy tattoo booth, card game tables, and comic and character artists filled the hall. Card, retro video game, and fighter game tournaments entertained attendees, while Versus Pro Wrestling’s daily performances thrilled the crowds.

Vendors sold everything from cosplay props to the opportunity to participate in a scavenger hunt called Side Quest. New this year was axe throwing, a fun activity I’d love to try again at their smash house. I even had the chance to play the beginning of the new Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 game, leaving me eager to play more.

The heart of LVLUP lies in its extensive free-play gaming area. From Ms. PacMan to the full-sized Star Wars Battle Pod, Dance Dance Revolution, and even Asian video games I’d never encountered before, the variety was impressive. Card, fighting game, and retro console tournaments, projected on giant screens with guest commentators, rounded out the gaming experience. Outside the main hall, panel rooms hosted discussions with anime voice actors, cosplay education, and more.

The amazing cosplay added another layer of excitement to the event. LVLUP Expo consistently ranks among my favorites, the only challenge being fitting everything into the three-day schedule. If you’re in Las Vegas, this convention is definitely not to be missed.

Terminator Zero | First Look Images

The anime hails from Japanese animation studio Production IG (Ghost in the Shell). The eight-episode series will be part of the Terminator universe but will center around new characters. It will be the first-ever iteration of the franchise to be animated.

SYNOPSIS
2022: A future war has raged for decades between the few human survivors and an endless army of machines. 1997: The AI known as Skynet gained self-awareness and began its war against humanity.

Caught between the future and this past is a soldier sent back in time to change the fate of humanity. She arrives in 1997 to protect a scientist named Malcolm Lee who works to launch a new AI system designed to compete with Skynet’s impending attack on humanity. As Malcolm navigates the moral complexities of his creation, he is hunted by an unrelenting assassin from the future which forever alters the fate of his three children.

Episodes: 8
Release Date: August 29, 2024
Showrunner/Executive Producer/Writer: Mattson Tomlin (Project Power, The Batman II)
Executive Producers: Skydance (David Ellison, Dana Goldberg & Don Granger)
Director: Masashi Kudo
Animation Studio: Production IG