Video

The Future of Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown

2025/07/24

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

In the run-up to the release of Season 4 of Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown on July 23, Alexander Arthur aka Alex VII, Racing Content Manager at NACON presents a new Dev Diary with the developers of KT Racing. In this lengthy video, a first of its kind for NACON and produced entirely in-house, the developers reveal all the new features for the upcoming season, as well as an exclusive preview of the content and features eagerly awaited by the community, planned for Year 2 and beyond.

Since its launch in September 2024, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown has been enriched throughout its first year with new content, as well as numerous technical, Quality of Life, gameplay and network stability improvements. After exploring sunny Ibiza city and discovering new mission types such as Navigation and Convoy, players will soon be able to enjoy a whole new experience with the arrival of the Casino at the start of Season 4.

The Casino will enable players to wager their virtual currency on activities such as slots or poker (coming mid-season) and will provide special rewards including an exclusive car as well as various avatar and car cosmetics.

Season 4 also introduces Stock Races (a set of brand-new races in which only factory cars can take part), the Active Aero feature (an improvement in spoiler behavior for cars that have one), the ability to completely hide the HUD, the Group Ping (add up to four routes to the GPS and invite the group to consult the route plan) and 5 new cars.

The Solar Pass now offers two circuits: a premium circuit, obtainable with Diamonds, the new currency, and a free circuit available to all players. Owners of the Silver (Streets or Sharps) and Gold editions can claim this Solar Pass for free (with an additional 20 levels automatically unlocked for the Gold edition). Season 4 marks the end of Year 1.

Year 2 of Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, scheduled to run from October 2025 to July 2026, will offer even richer content than Year 1, and will introduce features eagerly awaited by the community, such as cab missions, the creation of new mission types voted for by players, Official Racing Centers to facilitate PvP, houses, as well as a set of Quality of Life improvements and an upgrade to the internal game engine, the KT Engine.

All seasons remain free for all players, with the exception of the Solar Pass, whose premium circuit can be obtained with Diamonds from Season 4, and will always be accompanied by new seasonal content, including new cars, Quality of Life improvements and new gameplay features. The developers are continuing to work on several aspects of the game, including economic balancing, optimizing the game for both consoles and PC. They are also studying the long-term implementation of cross-region, crossplay and offline mode.

The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes Announced

2025/07/23

Jerry Paxton

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

The Lumistella Company, the powerhouse behind the globally cherished Santaverse and The Elf on the Shelf tradition, and Outright Games, a leading publisher of family-friendly interactive entertainment, are delighted to announce the upcoming release of The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes in celebration of the iconic character’s 20th anniversary. Launching on October 17, 2025, the magical new video game introduces families to The Elf on the Shelf and the enchantment of the North Pole through consoles and PC for the first time.

The new game brings the enchantment of the North Pole to screens big and small, offering a joyful 2D puzzle-platforming adventure packed with cheer, mischief and merriment. The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Microsoft Store.

“Over the last two decades, The Elf on the Shelf has become a treasured part of the holiday season for so many families around the world,” said Chanda Bell, co-founder and co-CEO at The Lumistella Company. “From playful moments to heartfelt memories, the tradition brings people together in meaningful ways. Through the launch of Christmas Heroes, we’re excited to offer a new way for families to engage with the magic, inviting them to create more joyful traditions and experience the North Pole like never before.”

In The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes, players step into the important role of a Scout Elf-in-training on a merry quest to gather Christmas Spirit and help save the holiday season. From Scout Elf Bootcamp to Santa’s Workshop, each of the 24 levels is full of seasonal surprises, magic and interactive fun. As players dash, jump and explore, they’ll dodge cookie-themed obstacles, solve playful puzzles and enjoy festive gameplay packed with charm and Christmas Spirit! Featuring festive minigames and delightful surprises to discover, Christmas Heroes offers light-hearted gameplay designed to bring families together throughout the year. Designed for ages 5+, The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes offers easy-to-learn controls and thoughtful accessibility features, including auto-collection and invincibility mode, so everyone can join the fun. Whether a seasoned gamer, or just elf-sized, this holiday adventure welcomes all ages to jump in, play together and make magical memories side-by-side.

Celebrating 20 years of The Elf on the Shelf tradition, The Lumistella Company has captured the hearts of families and generations worldwide. Praised by parents and educators alike, the tradition encourages creativity, imagination and family bonding during the holiday season. With over 31 million Scout Elves, Elf Pets® and Elf Mates® sold globally, and a presence in more than 29 countries, The Lumistella Company continues to spread cheer through their immersive storytelling and innovation. Now, that storytelling continues in an interactive way, bringing the spirit of the tradition beyond the holiday and into a brand-new world of play.

“We’re delighted to team up with The Lumistella Company to turn a cherished holiday tradition into an engaging, interactive journey,” said Stephanie Malham, Managing Director of Outright Games. “Our goal was to make a game that feels like opening the door to Santa’s workshop. The world of The Elf on the Shelf is so rich with charm and curiosity, we wanted to pack every level with that same playful energy. It’s a game full of heart, humour, and holiday magic, where kids and their families can feel like true Christmas heroes.”

The Elf on the Shelf: Christmas Heroes launches October 17, 2025 on all major consoles and PC. To learn more, visit OutrightGames.com.

Modulus – 7 Automation Updates Trailer

2025/07/23

Jerry Paxton

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

Belgian Indie Studio Happy Volcano is cranking the conveyor belts into overdrive for Steam Automation Fest (July 14-21), bringing its modular factory sim Modulus front and center with its recently updated demo, a brand new creator program, and the reveal of its Early Access launch date: Oct 22, 2025. With over 100.000 wishlists, 42.000 demo downloads, and a 96% Very Positive rating on Steam, Modulus has quietly built a serious reputation, one voxel at a time.

Modulus – 7 Automation Updates Hardcore Factory Builders Will Love :

Mark Your Calendars: Early Access Launches October 22nd

Steam Automation Fest marks the final stretch before Modulus enters Early Access this October. Players can look forward to:

The Tech Tree – Unlock new islands, upgrades, and tools with Data Shards.
Advanced Systems – Sorters, Warehouses, new Drone deliveries, and deeper logic automation.
Cosmetics & Customisation – More visual flair, more creative freedom.
Player-Led Goals – Module challenges, weekly prompts, and build-your-way gameplay.

Kick’n Hell – Official Launch Trailer

2025/07/23

Jerry Paxton

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

Belgian indie developers Fire Foot Studios just launched their first commercial game, Kick’n Hell. The hardcore precision platformer will test your skill, your persistence and the strength of your in-game calves.

Kick, climb, fall, rage… and rise again. In Kick’n Hell, your only weapon is your foot. Master the brutal art of self-propelled parkour as you battle gravity, frustration, and Satan himself in a hellish vertical gauntlet. One wrong move? Down you go.

Kick’n Hell costs $7.99 USD or €7.79 EUR, regional equivalents may vary.

The Lacerator Gameplay Overview Trailer

2025/07/22

Jerry Paxton

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

Trashy survival horror The Lacerator just unveiled a new trailer packed with all the limb-detachment, grindhouse chaos that awaits in the upcoming release from Games From The Abyss and publisher DreadXP. Presented by developer Fernando Tittz, the trailer doesn’t shy away from the game’s 80s movie-inspired violence and adult humor, setting the stage for both a terrifying and hilariously deranged survival nightmare that will feature branching paths, multiple endings, and many unexpected, bloody surprises.

The Lacerator is a tense survival horror mixed with the vibe of watching an 80’s grindhouse thriller, throwbacks included, that pays homage to horror genre classics with retro-inspired low-poly visuals and tank controls. Explore a branching environment, fight enemies, and solve puzzles in order to progress in your mission to escape this hell on earth. But beware of The Lacerator and his many traps; you can lose a limb in real time, drastically changing your options for gameplay. Exploration will be crucial for survival, as will fighting. Sometimes you can run away from your foes, but things will often be easier if you can manage to take them down.

Max, a famous porn actor and best to ever do it, is the star of the show. During the latest recording session with his crew, things get really hard when everyone is attacked and abducted by THE LACERATOR. Now inside a filthy hideout, Max must do whatever it takes to escape alive and in one piece… But that likely won’t happen, as the psycho killer loves to LACERATE his victims! What part of your body will be cut this time? Who knows? The LACERATOR does. There are multiple main escape routes, but depending on your remaining limbs, you lose access to some of these paths. Each of these present a different narrative branch that will provide answers not available in the others. Do you dare go back and put the big picture together?

The game’s demo received a massive update today, featuring new playable areas to highlight the multiple paths available for Max, new endings, puzzles, cutscenes, and lacerations… including a very private one (that you already know about if you watched the trailer). New items and weapons are also debuting today, as well as The Man in the Wall, a character available to trade items with.

The Lacerator launches on PC in 2025.

QoL and Adventurer Vehicle Update Out Now for Police Simulator: Patrol Officers

2025/07/22

Jerry Paxton

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

Today, astragon Entertainment and Aesir Interactive are excited to release the 18th free update along with a brand-new vehicle DLC for their popular game Police Simulator: Patrol Officers. The new Quality-of-Life Update introduces a range of enhancements that significantly improve the overall gameplay experience. Additionally, the Adventurer Police Vehicle DLC brings one of the community’s most requested vehicles to the game: an all-American police SUV.

Watch the Adventurer Police Vehicle DLC Trailer here:

The Quality-of-Life Update adds several player-requested features and refinements. These include, among others, the ability to skip dialogues by pressing the spacebar, a new floating camera mode to take better screenshots, and the addition of new illegal items and drug conditions, resulting in more in-depth search and testing mechanics. Players will also notice that citizens now accompany the tow truck when their vehicles are towed to add a touch of realism. Furthermore, police vehicles now feature brighter, more visible lights during both day and night.

Released alongside the update, the Adventurer Police Vehicle DLC adds a robust and stylish American SUV to the game’s fleet. This new vehicle has been the most requested addition by the Police Simulator: Patrol Officers community and allows virtual officers to patrol in style.

The new Quality-of-Life Update is now available for free on PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. The Adventurer Police Vehicle DLC can be purchased for $2.99 / €2.99 SRP for PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One or as part of the new Season Pass which costs $24.99 / €24.99 SRP and is available on the same platforms. Police Simulator: Patrol Officers is available for PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series S|X, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch™. More information about upcoming content is available on our Trello board.

Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival Announced

2025/07/22

Jerry Paxton

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

The box. You opened it. They came. Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games are thrilled to announce Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival, a brand-new, single-player, survival horror action game set in the terrifying universe of one of the most iconic horror franchises ever. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival will put players face-to-face against the legendary Pinhead, with actor Doug Bradley returning to the role for the first time in nearly two decades. This first-ever Hellraiser game is in development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

“Working on the first true Hellraiser game has been a venture deep into the recesses of my darkest imaginings,” said Clive Barker, horror legend and creator of Hellraiser, who has been a guiding hand for the game’s unique story in the Hellraiser universe. “The dedication that Saber and Boss Team Games have shown is nothing short of remarkable. They’ve immersed themselves in the Hellraiser universe, capturing its essence—the seductive pull of suffering, the beauty within the grotesque—and forged a narrative that invites players to step beyond the threshold. I’m eager for both the curious and the damned to experience this new chapter in the Hellraiser mythos, where every moment balances on the brink of nightmare and revelation.”

“Hellraiser is the quintessential horror franchise, and lends itself perfectly to a video game,” said Matthew Karch, CEO and co-founder of Saber Interactive. “Saber has had success with horror IPs in the past, and working alongside Clive to create tense gameplay and a new story that delves into the twisted depths of pain and pleasure has been a real treat. We look forward to opening up the gates of hell.”

Experience the infamous horror series like never before with a new chapter ripped straight from the bowels of oblivion. Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival drags players into a twisted nightmare, blending survival horror with a single-player, story-driven action experience. This is survival horror and action elevated to a new, terrifying extreme.

Discover the tale of Aidan, who must unlock the dark powers of the Genesis Configuration, a mysterious puzzle box, to help his girlfriend from a hellish abyss. As Aidan, you’ll harness the box’s infernal abilities to survive your pact with the sinister Pinhead and battle against the twisted cult that worships him and the Cenobites. Fail, and your suffering will be legendary, even in Hell.

We have such sights to show you…

KEY FEATURES

A Terrifying New Story in the Hellraiser Universe: Discover a chilling new story in the iconic horror franchise as you unwittingly kickstart Pinhead’s (voiced by Doug Bradley) ritual to unleash the ultimate torment on the world.
Unleash the Power of the Box: Harness the unique abilities of the Genesis Configuration in combination with an arsenal of earthly weapons to inflict bone-breaking, flesh-searing pain (or pleasure?) upon your enemies.
Battle for Survival Against Hell’s Armies: Take on hell’s wretches, deviants, cultists, and its most infernal priests in an unholy war for your immortal soul.

Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival is available to wishlist today on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Additionally, two special Collector Editions of the game from Boss Team Games will be available for pre-order, including an exclusive version of the Hellraiser Puzzle Box with a unique illumination effect inspired by the game, a special Hellraiser statue to display it on, as well as other officially licensed collectibles that have been created especially for these limited editions. More information on the Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival Collector Editions can be found at hellraiser.bossteamgames.com.

For more information, visit www.HellraiserGame.com

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days Second Major Update Out Now

2025/07/22

Jerry Paxton

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

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days, the shelter survival game set in a zombie-infested Texas from PikPok, unleashes new horrors with its second Early Access content update, now available on Steam.

No one said survival was easy, but Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days’ Early Access Update #2 ratchets up the tension by introducing new zombie types to overcome. Further compounding the dire state of Walton, Texas, are new infection mechanics that make each interaction with zombie hordes all the more deadly.

Early Access Update #2 Key Features and Content:

Survivor Infection System: Fighting back against zombies is more dangerous than ever, as survivors now have a chance to become infected after an enemy encounter. In the event that untreated infections turn survivors into zombies, prepare for difficult decisions about exiling members from their shelter.
New Zombie Threats: New zombie variants now stalk the streets of Walton, with players forced to adapt to their unpredictable behavior.
New Survivor: Meet Vince, the newest recruitable survivor, a troubled teen from a wealthy Texas family with an anti-authority streak…
Difficulty Settings: Tailor each trip to Walton with pre-set difficulty settings of Casual, Normal or Hard, or create a customized nightmare by tweaking various game elements.
New Localization: Thai language support is now available!

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days is available on Steam for $24.99. The Early Access Update #2 is available for all owners of the base game. For more information, wishlist the game on Steam, visit the official website, and follow the game on TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X, and Discord.

My Friendly Neighborhood Console Release Date Trailer

2025/07/18

Jerry Paxton

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

In celebration of the two-year anniversary of the Steam release of My Friendly Neighborhood, developer siblings John and Evan Szymanski and indie horror publisher DreadXP are pleased to announce that the comedic survival horror has launched on console. This port expands the availability of the acclaimed adventure to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S, and is available on Game Pass for Xbox and Windows.

It was just another night for Handyman Gordon… until it wasn’t. Called into the studio behind the once-beloved puppet show, The Friendly Neighborhood, after the defunct children’s show began mysteriously airing on televisions across the globe once more, Gordon finds that the puppets have come to life and they’re not so friendly after all. Step into Gordon’s work boots and use a variety of letter-based weapons to fend off perilous puppets, solve perplexing puzzles, organize an intricate inventory, and get to the bottom of the return of this once-family-friendly-turned-terrible television transmission.

Features:

A colorful cast of puppet friends turned adversaries (and maybe turned friends again!).
Non-linear, survival horror gameplay. Make sure to check your map!
Unique weapons like the Rolodexer. Do you know your ABCs? You better – it’s your ammo.
An array of puzzles in the vein of the survival horror greats.
A multitude of diverse environments, from the “BTS” Ray’s Workshop to cardboard crayon halls.
A grid-based real-time inventory, ’cause that’s just way better.
NOW FEATURING: Post-game Neighborhorde mode!

Dreams of Another Launch Date Trailer

2025/07/18

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Kyoto-based creative studio Q-Games has announced that their latest PixelJunk title, Dreams of Another (PS5/PS VR2/Steam), will be released on Friday, October 10th 2025. In addition, PixelJunk Eden 2 (PS4/PS5/Steam), will be released on the same day. Both titles were directed by multimedia artist Baiyon.

Dreams of Another ＋ PixelJunk Eden 2 Special Bundle
Starting today, pre-orders are open on the PlayStation Store for a bundle containing both titles: Dreams of Another ＋ PixelJunk Eden 2 Special Bundle. Alongside this announcement, a brand-new trailer has been released.

As a pre-order bonus, players will receive two exclusive pajama designs for The Man in Pajamas as well as early access starting Tuesday October 7th.

Dreams of Another Store Pages:
PlayStation: store.playstation.com/en-gb/concept/10009629
Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/3561230

PixelJunk Eden2 Store Pages
PlayStation: store.playstation.com/en-gb/concept/10002917
Steam: store.steampowered.com/app/1456570z

Dreams of Another @ BitSummit 2025
Dreams of Another will also be exhibited at BitSummit 2025 (July 18th-20th), Japan’s largest indie game event established and hosted by Q-Games. The PS5 version will be playable at the PlayStation and Q-Games booths, while the PS VR2 version will be available at the XR YOKOCHO booth hosted by G-Smash.

Players who try the demo will also be able to enter a special lottery at the Q-Games booth for a chance to win an original T-shirt.

Additionally, on Saturday July 19th, Baiyon and PlayStation’s Shawne Benson will appear on stage as part of PlayStation’s Indie Game Showcase (11:55AM – 12:25PM). If you’re attending BitSummit make sure you don’t miss it!