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EVE Online Revenant Expansion Teaser Trailer

2024/10/10
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Today, CCP Games revealed EVE Online: Revenant, the next expansion for the legendary spacefaring sci-fi MMO, EVE Online. As old threats reemerge, Revenant sees the ongoing Deathless Saga take an unexpected turn when it begins its launch on 12 November. The Drifters have laid siege to the Deathless in Zarzakh, targeting a shrouded and mysterious structure bearing the hallmarks of ancient technology. In the wake of battle and as the promise of its power grows, the Deathless has called upon the capsuleers of New Eden to help uncover its secrets and stand together in the face of rising chaos and conflict.

As the tides of war shift, EVE Online: Revenant adds new ways for you to build up your war arsenal in the fight against the Drifters. Aid the Deathless in unlocking the structure and secure ancient artifacts to be rewarded with formidable technology to turn the tide of battle in your favor. Construct mercenary dens within nullsec and strategically deploy them around skyhooks to generate encrypted infomorphs that can be exchanged with the Deathless for advanced new ships and cutting-edge weaponry. To boost the production of encrypted infomorphs, capsuleers can undertake Tactical Operations, as well as upgrade their mercenary dens.

Acquire unique Deathless ships – the Tholos (destroyer) and Cenotaph (battlecruiser) – that specialize in close-range brawls, giving newfound tactical utility across PvP and PvE combat with damage-over-time weaponry. Cloak to ambush unsuspecting enemies before unleashing their signature attack to lay waste from even beyond the grave.

“An ancient proverb says, ‘The enemy of my enemy is my friend.’ This is the theme for Revenant, which marks the continuation of an intense chapter in EVE’s history: the Deathless Saga,” said Bergur Finnbogason, Creative Director for EVE Online. “While the Deathless may have won the battle for Zarzakh, the Drifters remain an eminent threat, having emerged from the shadows once more. But with this victory the Deathless has managed to get his hands on something that was not meant for capsuleers. Will this newfound technology be suppressed, or will they harness its furious power?”

EVE Online: Revenant also adds new ways for players to unlock their collective and individual potential. Build stronger groups with enhanced Corporation Projects. Streamline your goals: merge diverse activities into one project through expanded parameters and tailor projects by setting deadlines and placing participation limits. Utilize the new ship insurance project type to empower your corporation in automating ship replacement.

With enhanced expression and customization for SKINR, capsuleers can elevate their creativity and take their creations to new heights. Experiment with new nanocoatings and patterns, blending them together to craft stunning SKINS. Design exclusive SKINS for your corporation or alliance, allowing you to showcase your colors in unison and strengthen your visual presence across New Eden. A new section in the Paragon Hub makes it easy to find SKINS tailored specifically for your group, enabling you to create a unique “uniform” and share it exclusively with fellow members.

“Strong organizations are the lifeblood of EVE Online. With Revenant, we’re giving players the tools to strengthen their corporations. Enhanced Corporation Projects will help streamline goals, while the new SKINR features allow for creative expression of your group’s identity. These updates will empower players and foster a sense of unity across New Eden,” said Snorri Árnason, Game Director for EVE Online.

As war flares in the skies above, EVE Vanguard will also take the conflict planet-side with a new public event running 28 November – 9 December. As the largest update yet for the in-development online sci-fi FPS, experience new content, features and a deepened vision for boots-on-the-ground combat within New Eden. More details will be announced soon: to stay connected, join the community on Discord and wishlist on Steam.

For details visit www.eveonline.com/now/revenant.

STAR WARS Episode I: Jedi Power Battles Announcement Trailer

2024/10/10
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

Aspyr, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, is excited to announce their newest collaboration, STAR WARS Episode I: Jedi Power Battles, bringing the classic action of the original STAR WARS Episode I: Jedi Power Battles (2000) to modern platforms with modern controls, 13 newly unlocked characters from the beginning, all levels unlocked, versus and training modes introduced in later releases of the game, two-player couch co-op, and so much more!

STAR WARS Episode I: Jedi Power Battles will be released on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on Jan. 23, 2025, for an SRP of $19.99. Pre-orders begin today on PlayStation, Xbox, and Steam!

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the original STAR WARS Episode I: Jedi Power Battles with this fast-paced lightsaber action game featuring enhanced gameplay, models, environments, game modes, and more. Use the power of the Force and your trusty lightsaber against legions of droids, assassins, and other legendary foes as you fight through iconic locations from STAR WARS: Episode I – The Phantom Menace™ like Theed Palace and more.

KEY FEATURES

  • Jump into Side-Scrolling Arcade Action in the Star Wars Galaxy: Play as Mace Windu, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Plo Koon, Adi Gallia, and Qui-Gon Jinn and face off against classic foes in iconic locations from STAR WARS: Episode I – The Phantom Menace.
  • All Secret Characters Unlocked & More to Discover: Play with all secret characters and levels from the original game unlocked from the start, including Darth Maul, Captain Panaka, Queen Amidala and more. There’s also 13 new playable characters to unlock after your first playthrough, like the Rifle Droid, Tusken Raider, Ishi Tib, and Weequay!
  • Play with a Friend in Classic Couch Co-op: Battle side-by-side with a companion in two-player couch co-op for the entire 10-level campaign and bonus mini-games.
  • New Features & Modes for Modern Platforms: Use classic or modern controls, toggle your lightsaber colors, enter classic cheat codes like Big Head Mode, dive into the VS and training modes from later releases of the game, and discover more surprises in this 25th-anniversary celebration of STAR WARS Episode I: Jedi Power Battles.

STAR WARS™ Episode I: Jedi Power Battles™ launches Jan. 23, 2025, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam with pre-orders available now!

Dive into the long-running collaboration between Aspyr and Lucasfilm Games through more action-packed titles: STAR WARS™: Bounty Hunter™, STAR WARS™: Knights of the Old Republic™, STAR WARS™ Republic Commando™, STAR WARS™: The Force Unleashed™ and more!

Remnant II Celebrates New DLC & Anniversary with New Song

2024/10/10
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Trivium vocalist and guitarist Matt Heafy has written and recorded a brand-new song, “Spire of the Hellspawn”, in support of Gunfire Games and Arc Games’ best-selling survival shooter, REMNANT II. The song has been released in celebration of the game’s third and final DLC, The Dark Horizon, and recent one-year anniversary. This is the second song dropped by Heafy in support of REMNANT II, as he first released the song, “Wielders of the Plague”, to celebrate the game’s first DLC, The Awakened King.

Check out the new song “Spire of the Hellspawn” here:

“It was an honour and a privilege to have played a part in the release of REMNANT II last year,” said Matt Heafy, Trivium vocalist and guitarist. “To be invited back to do it again for the third and final piece of DLC is unreal. The world that the team at Gunfire Games have created is absolutely incredible, so the opportunity to create another piece of music inspired by their work was impossible for me to turn down. I can’t wait for you to hear what I’ve been working on.”

The release of “Spire of the Hellspawn” comes at a good time as Trivium gears up for a North America, UK and Europe tour starting in Early 2025. Check out tour dates to see if Trivium is playing in a city near you: https://www.trivium.org/tour.

Dreamhaven Studio Secret Door Reveals Sunderfolk

2024/10/10
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Dreamhaven development studio Secret Door today revealed Sunderfolk, a couch co-op tactical adventure set in a fantastical new world. Sunderfolk brings up to four players around an enchanting shared-screen experience that rewards thoughtful teamwork and, like the best tabletop games, inspires creativity and camaraderie. The game launches on Steam, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch™ in 2025. Future champions of the Sunderlands can wishlist now.

Sunderfolk features an unfolding narrative that takes the intrepid adventuring party on a quest through the Sunderlands—starting in Arden, their idyllic hometown village, which they’ve been enlisted to save. As they battle their way through the mines, wilderness, and labyrinths of the game’s vibrant world, players will encounter colorful characters, discover hidden secrets, and develop new collaborative strategies for defeating their enemies.

Using their phone or tablet as a controller for the onscreen action, players will face down fearsome monsters, manage their inventory of card-based items and skills, and interact with merchants and other characters inhabiting the Sunderlands. No elaborate setup, rulebooks, or materials are needed; Sunderfolk introduces a streamlined alternative to the traditional tabletop-gaming experience and makes playing and having fun together more accessible than ever.

“We have a bunch of dedicated board and tabletop game fanatics on the team at Secret Door—getting together for game night has been a regular highlight for many of us going back years and years,” said Chris Sigaty, studio head of Secret Door. “As developers we also like to look at what inspires us and think about how to make those types of experiences easier to get into, so that more people can enjoy them as much as we do. With Sunderfolk, we’re excited to offer players a game that’s easy to pick up and play, while still challenging to master, and we can’t wait to share it with the world.”

“The team at Secret Door, and really all of us at Dreamhaven, are all about bringing players together around fun experiences,” said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Dreamhaven. “Sunderfolk is a beautiful game, it’s full of personality and charm, and it also creates epic moments where everyone is engaging directly with each other to work out strategies or celebrate victories. There’s nothing quite like it, and we’re really looking forward to seeing what players think.”

Key highlights of Sunderfolk:

  • Rediscover Game Night: The best adventures are meant to be shared. Up to four can play Sunderfolk, either in person or virtually, with each player’s phone or tablet serving as a seamless interface for character management and controlling the action on the TV or local/streamed monitor screen—a new spin on the classic game night experience.
  • Answer the Call to Adventure: Choose to play as one of six distinctive heroes (Arcanist, Bard, Berserker, Pyromancer, Ranger, Rogue), each with their own strategic role and passive ability. The heroes can be tailored and customized with weapons, armor, items, and skills as they level up, creating a powerful and well-rounded party equipped to overcome the challenges ahead.
  • Step Into a New World: Sunderfolk takes place in a handcrafted fantasy setting full of imaginative locations, exotic creatures, and eccentric characters. Dark forces are emerging from the Sunderlands and threatening Arden, and it falls to the players to protect the peaceful village and its inhabitants. Arden serves as a base of operations that expands with new shops and services as players progress through the game. Return to Arden between missions to upgrade vendors for new items and equipment, and befriend the townsfolk to gain rewards.
  • Put Your Tactics to the Test: In combat, players must strategize on positioning and turn order, selecting from their deck of Skill Cards to execute movements and attacks and use items. Luck is also involved, with Fate Cards played every turn that can impact their effectiveness. As they complete missions, players gain experience and rewards, gradually unlocking ways to customize their decks. The key to victory is understanding the strengths of the heroes and collaborating on a strategy based on the battle map and monsters in play.

Hunt: Showdown 896 Harvest of Ghosts Event

2024/10/10
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Crytek is pleased to announce that a new game mode called “Bounty Clash” and new in-game event titled “Harvest of Ghosts” are coming to Hunt: Showdown 1896 for all players this Halloween. Bounty Clash will be available from Wednesday, October 16, to Sunday, October 20, and then appear every weekend during the Harvest of Ghosts event. The Harvest of Ghosts in-game event will run between October 16 to November 25 and is bustling with new treats for players to get their hands on.

New Game Mode: Bounty Clash

Introducing Bounty Clash, a new experimental game mode where fast-paced action is key. Players will spawn in a random compound with a dead boss target awaiting banishment with a token available to pick up, and players will have to defeat other teams to get to it. Games are quick and ruthless, as you’ll need to fight off enemies, rush to the token and extract all within 15 minutes of game time!

Hunters will be taken into the game mode from their roster, so the stakes are even higher than ever before. You’ll be fighting across one of the stunning compounds from either Mammon’s Gulch or Stillwater Bayou, which have been uniquely adapted for the mode. Players will be matchmaked according to their MMR, but this won’t be affected by the Bounty Clash match outcomes.

Rush – fight – extract – repeat! Enjoy the thrill of this brand-new, limited-time game mode!

Harvest of Ghosts Event

Corruption has entered a new phase, with two Incursions active for the first time in memory. This unprecedented circumstance has birthed a new and wicked season called Harvest of Ghosts.

A new Hunter called “Harvest” has tampered with the forces behind Dark Sight, becoming something of its “avatar,” and as the destruction of the Harvest of Ghosts grows, so does he. Rare tools are his creation (Dark Dynamite, Satchel) and are available to Hunters for a high price. He’s drawn all manner of Hunters who would weaponize the Corruption, and they take dark powers under the Pact of Omens.

The trio of Pacts clash and fight for survival in the Harvest of Ghosts haunted autumn, where any Hunter can be sent to their grave, or rise from it once again.

Key Features

Harvest of Ghosts introduces exciting new mechanics and pacts to Hunt: Showdown 1896 as players hunt for Event Points for progress and Pledge Marks used to unlock new powers. Progressing through the event, players will unlock access to new weapons and equipment and plenty of additional rewards.

Hunters will find Sealed Rewards at multiple locations and earn Pledge Marks, with a maximum of four per one mission. Players can pledge to one of the three Pacts and gain Pact Traits, changing up the gameplay and providing new tactics during the Harvest of Ghosts event.

Wilderness Pact

The Wilderness Pact carries on their fight to protect the land against those tampering with Dark Sight so that their meddling doesn’t spread Corruption further.

Wilderness Traits such as Surefoot and Beastface make your Hunter more mobile and equipped for exploration.

The Pact of Omens

The Pact of Omens harnesses powers within Dark Sight to inflict harm and horror upon their enemies, wreaking havoc upon all.

The Pact of Omens’ Traits like Blast Sense and Pain Sense gift your Hunter with sharpened senses that allow tactical advantages in both sound and sight.

Smugglers Pact

The Smugglers Pact try to take the Dark Sight objects for themselves and unleash the firepower of new contraband from around the world.

The Smuggler Pact Traits, including Gunrunner and Greyhound, heavily arm your Hunter and allow for fast map traversal.

Harvest of Ghosts also brings along new weapons, variants and equipment, further altering how players approach their hunt:

  • Bomb Launcher – a compact weapon which fires an explosive harpoon and can switch between two ammo types
  • Maynard Sniper – a high-damage scoped rifle with a two-staged reload
  • Auto-4 Short – a shortened variant of a semi-automatic shotgun
  • Centennial Pointman – a lever-action repeating rifle with high muzzle velocity with a shortened stock and mid-to-long-range scope
  • Rival 78 Mace – a shortened variant of double-barrel high-damage shotgun with a read bludgeon attached
  • Dark Dynamite Satchel – a bundle of dynamite sticks with remote detonation through Dark Sight, attachable to walls and floors

More exciting changes and rewards will be introduced, along with a Hand Crossbow Revive Bolt, and will be further highlighted upon the release of Harvest of Ghosts on Oct. 16, 2024, on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Stay tuned to official channels for more updates and details this Halloween in the lead up to the launch of Harvest of Ghosts.

A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead Live Action Trailer

2024/10/09
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Saber Interactive and developer Stormind Games are excited to reveal the “Microphone Noise Detection” feature in A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, the single-player horror game inspired by Paramount Pictures’ critically-acclaimed franchise, launching October 17. By activating your microphone, this optional feature lets the game’s deadly creatures detect every sound you make in real life, bringing the horror right into your room. Get a glimpse of what it’s like when any noise can betray you with the game’s new “Survive in Silence” live-action trailer!

About A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead

Capturing the frantic terror, unnerving atmosphere and gripping human drama that made the franchise famous, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead is designed for fans of the films, horror games, and story-driven adventures alike. With nothing more than your wits and the simple tools you can scavenge, you’ll have to overcome the many treacherous challenges and obstacles that lie ahead, all while trying to survive the ever-present dangers that lurk all around you.

Experience the harrowing journey of Alex, a young college student suffering from asthma and struggling to survive the end of the world alongside her boyfriend, Martin. But the nightmarish creatures stalking the land aren’t the only threat she’ll have to contend with as she travels through the ruins of civilization in search of a safe haven for herself and her family.

S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Legends of the Zone Trilogy Nintendo Switch Launch Date

2024/10/09
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, Trailers / Videos

The original trilogy of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. games, which includes Shadow of Chornobyl (2007), Clear Sky (2008) and Call of Prypiat (2009), will release on Nintendo Switch™ on October 31 — slightly ahead of the initially planned November release window.

The trailer containing the footage fully captured on Nintendo Switch hardware can be found below:

These versions of the classic games are fully optimized for Nintendo Switch, including, but not limited to, adapted shooting system with gyro aiming, touch interface and controls, refined visuals, and full handheld and TV mode support. Thanks to these changes, the experience in the Chornobyl Anomalous Zone will feel authentic for all players — both for those who want to refresh their memories and for new stalkers.

GSC worked closely with MATABOO (https://www.mataboo.com/) to make this version happen and fully utilize the capabilities of the Nintendo Switch console.

The games will be sold digitally for 19.99 USD/19.99 EUR/15.99 GBP each and for 39.99 USD/39.99 EUR/32.99 GBP as a bundle. Regional prices will be applied in selected territories.

War Mechanic Announcement Trailer

2024/10/09
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Calling all patriots! We need you on the front lines! Chronospace is excited to reveal War Mechanic, a unique first-person sim set in a dieselpunk world making its way to PC in 2025. Players will take on the role of a military base manager and mechanic in an alternate reality setting where World War II escalated into an open conflict with the Soviet Union and the rest of the free world. Featuring strategy elements, resource management, base building and defense alongside exploration and a fully fleshed-out narrative, War Mechanic comes to life with retro-inspired aesthetics, humor, and satire. Check out the reveal trailer below:

World War II has evolved into a prolonged conflict between the Soviet Union and the United States as both sides focus on the development of robotics and acquiring Nazi technology. Soviet sabotage causes the detonation of atomic charges at Los Alamos, killing the president, vice president, cabinet members, and key Manhattan Project scientists. General Patton wins the accelerated presidential election and declares war on the USSR.

The American army has taken a bold step to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the army and turn the tables — privatizing the war! Capitalism is not only the realm of Wall Street traders but also a vital part of the success on the battlefields of Europe. As a brilliant manager and military mechanic, you must run a newly acquired base that looks more like a relic than an army fort.

Your mission? Rebuild the base from ruins, transform it into a thriving war machine, and lead the US Army to victory. Embrace the retro-futuristic setting while automating your work with robots, explore the lands around you in your combat vehicle, survive, and conquer other bases to expand your territory and dominance. All on your terms and according to free market principles, of course

Way of the Hunter – Wild Expeditions Announcement Trailer

2024/10/09
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

The Wild Expeditions edition of Way of the Hunter is about to drop and will be available on October 29, 2024, for PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S (retail only)!

Explore the vast in-game wilderness and fulfill all your hunting fantasies in the upcoming Wild Expeditions edition of Way of the Hunter. This authentic hunting simulation combines breathtaking landscapes from North America, Europe, New Zealand, and Africa with thrilling storylines and ethical hunting challenges.

Discover six expansive hunting grounds, navigate the wilderness in agile UTVs, and learn about habitats and animal behavior, ultimately mastering how to manage animal fitness to harvest the rarest and most impressive trophies. Whether you’re tackling intriguing cases of unethical hunting or enjoying a free hunt, Wild Expeditions offers something for every aspiring hunter.

Plus, enhance your experience with the Hunter’s Pack and Outfits Pack, featuring five alternative stylish outfits, an engraved antique shotgun, a unique cameo car paint job, and a stunning wooden statue for your Transylvania lodge.

The following 6 DLCs are included in Wild Expeditions:

  • Tikamoon Plains is a huge new hunting ground in Africa. Explore diverse landscapes, from windy mountains to deadly deserts and vast savannahs teeming with life. Join Malachi, a professional hunting guide, as he leads a group of adventurers through the thrilling world of Tikamoon Plains, inspired by the African wilderness. Includes bowhunting and 2 top-of-the-line hunting bows.
  • Aurora Shores is a breathtaking hunting area in the northernmost part of the USA, the Alaskan wilderness. As a fresh graduate of the Wildlife Trooper School, your job is to protect the natural resources of Aurora Shores. Explore untouched nature with rich populations of wild animals, such as Kodiak bears, Roosevelt elk, Wood bison, and many more. Includes crossbows.
  • Matariki Park in New Zealand offers a remarkable blend of biomes. Traverse hilly or mountainous terrain, home to the unique Himalayan tahr and the mighty Sambar deer, and venture into the lowland forest areas, the domain of the majestic Red deer. Immerse yourself in nature’s beauty and lifelike wildlife that will keep you engaged for hours, all while offering insights into unique local habits and traditions.
  • Lintukoto Reserve is an amazing hunting ground in Scandinavia and the newest addition to Way of the Hunter. Experience the adventures of game warden Mikael and discover the nature and animals of the European North.
  • The Outfits Pack contains one original costume for each character – River, April, Wallace, Jackie and Malachi, usable in Free Hunt and Multiplayer mode.
  • Hunter’s Pack: a shotgun with engravings, a paintjob for the Car, and a wooden carved mouflon statue for the lodge

Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred Out Now

2024/10/08
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is now available on all platforms, including PC (BNET and Steam), Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.

Hear from Brent Gibson, Game Director for Vessel of Hatred, about launch here:

Following the events of the main campaign, this new chapter launches the Wanderer back into the fire:

  • Exploring Nahantu: Track down the lost Neyrelle while the people of Nahantu fight the hatred-fueled demons spreading through their sacred land.
  • Play as the Spiritborn: Call upon the martial arts-based class with the unique strengths of Jaguar, Gorilla, Eagle, and Centipede Spirit Guardians to overcome any nightmare the Burning Hells throws their way.
  • Conquer Foes in Season of Hatred Rising: Mephisto’s hatred has spread far and wide, creating nightmarish monstrosities to roam the land and reinstilling a sense of dread in the hearts of Sanctuary’s denizens. Meet the Realmwalkers.
  • Major Updates: New max level, difficulties systems, Paragon System changes, and more are just some of the major updates to the base game experience.

Can’t get enough of the story behind Nahantu? Check out the latest short story written by Matthew J. Kirby called “When Akarat Came to Nahantu” or listen to the audiobook narrated by Akarat’s voice actor, Joshua Chang.