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Railroads Online – Locomotive Showcase Trailer

2024/10/02
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

The sandbox railway simulation Railroads Online, developed by Stefan Kelnberger and published by astragon Entertainment, is set to launch later this year for PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S, while also exiting Steam Early Access. The Locomotive Showcase trailer offers an in-depth glimpse into the steam engines of Railroads online :

A Journey Back to the Golden Age of Steam Locomotives
In a large and open game world, you build tracks, switches, and stations to create a network for industrial chains. More than 20 authentic locomotives are available for transporting different goods. These locomotives hail from the golden era of steam engines in the United States, spanning from the 1870s — when steam power was rapidly transforming transportation — through to the height of steam locomotive innovation in the early 1900s.

Among the collection are legendary models like the Montezuma, renowned Baldwin steam engines, the powerful Class 125, and the iconic “Betsy”. Many of the steam locomotives featured in Railroads Online no longer exist or are only preserved in very rare cases. The development team uses specialist magazines, preserved documents, and surviving models in North American museums to recreate these locomotives as faithfully as possible in the game.

New 3rd anniversary update available now
Just in time for the 3rd anniversary of the release of Railroads Online in Early Access on Steam, the Anniversary Update is being released today. It includes one of the most requested features – an in-game chat for even better communication between players. Also included is a completely redesigned user interface. In addition, the new camera perspectives and loading options offer further assistance when loading and unloading goods.

Railroads Online will be released digitally this autumn for PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S at a price of 39.99€ / $39.99 USD (SRP) or a regional equivalent. A retail version will be released for PlayStation®5 later. As a thank you for the support during the Early Access phase, all railway pioneers who purchase the game in Steam Early Access will receive the Pioneer DLC for free upon the full release. This also applies retroactively to everyone who already owns Railroads Online.

The PC version of Railroads online is already available on Steam Early Access. With the Full Release in Fall the game will cost 34.99€ / $34.99 USD (SRP). A detailed roadmap with all the information can be found here. An overview of selected Railroads Online offers can be found on the official website.

Baldur’s Gate 3 Patch 7 Comes to Consoles & Mac Today

2024/10/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Baldur’s Gate 3’s latest patch is now available on video game consoles and Mac! Today’s update is a hefty one, bringing brand-new Evil Endings, revamped split-screen gameplay, and a curated selection of in-game mods built by the community themselves.

To celebrate the modding season – and the fact that over 15 million mods have been downloaded already – we’ve also whipped up an animation with Mashed, featuring the Baldur’s Gate 3 Origin Characters taking on the tumultuous Wizard of Mod and his army of unfiltered chaos.

Watch the Baldur’s Gate 3: Modding Mayhem Animated Short: YouTube

Already available on PC, Patch 7 now allows Mac and console players to access callous mutilations, multiplayer updates, and a growing collection of player-made mutations that populate our latest patch.

Highlights include:

  • Our Very Own In-Game Mod Manager: Browse, install, and use a curated selection of mods created by the community! Build mods on PC with the Baldur’s Gate 3 Toolkit; an official, accessible way to get into the world of modding.
  • New ‘Evil Endings’: Brand-new cinematic endings for your most villainous playthroughs, as well as unique endings if playing an Origin Character.
  • Revamped Split-Screen Gameplay: Dynamic split-screen is now available for couch co-op multiplayer! When playing on split-screen and near your fellow party member, the screen will merge into one as you adventure together.

It’s been a couple of weeks since the PC community first got their hands on the Baldur’s Gate 3 Modding Toolkit, and they have been cooking up a bevy of mods. Grease up environments for extra fire-blasted pandemonium, add new options to the user interface for a more personalized experience, or even roam the Sword Coast with 15 more party members. If you’re curious what sort of otherworldly mods are disrupting Faerûn, you’ll do well to read our latest Community Update: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1086940/view/4692277806490147502

New to the world of modding? Feeling overwhelmed, frightened, yet desperate to give Astarion a beard? We’ve also prepped a video walking through some of the best starter mods on the newly launched Larian: Channel from Hell, which promises exclusive behind-the-scenes looks, developer interviews, and more regularly scheduled chaos:

Players who’ve fallen in love with the bizarre land of modding and are curious about trying their own hand at it can find our full modding guidelines here: https://mod.io/g/baldursgate3/r/modding-guidelines

Today’s patch also adds quality-of-life improvements to scripting, writing, animations, and general gameplay. Test your might in Honour Mode – now with added difficulty and customization options, including new Legendary Actions, as well as numerous bug fixes for Origin Character and Dark Urge playthroughs. There may even be a way for a certain Tiefling bard to join the party…for a time. Just don’t get too attached. Full patch notes for Patch 7 can be found here: https://baldursgate3.game/news/patch-7-now-live_121

Baldur’s Gate 3 is out now with cross-save on PC, Mac, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. More information on Baldur’s Gate 3 is available on the official website. You can stay up to date with the latest Larian Studios news via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or the official Discord server.

Disney+ Announces Music by John Williams Documentary

2024/10/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

“Music by John Williams” from Lucasfilm Ltd, Amblin Documentaries, and Imagine Documentaries, which offers a fascinating and insightful look at the prolific life and career of legendary composer John Williams, will premiere on Disney+ and have a limited theatrical release in New York, Los Angeles, and London on November 1. The documentary will also open the 38th edition of AFI Fest on October 23. The trailer and key art for the all-new documentary are available now. Advance theatrical tickets for “Music by John Williams” will be available for purchase October 24 via Fandango or wherever tickets are sold.

From his early days as a jazz pianist to his 54 Oscar® nominations and five wins, the documentary takes an in-depth look at Williams’ countless contributions to film, including many iconic franchises, as well as his music for the concert stage and his impact on popular culture. The film features interviews with artists and filmmakers whose lives have been touched by his timeless music. Directed by award-winning filmmaker and best-selling author Laurent Bouzereau, the documentary is produced by Steven Spielberg, Brian Grazer, Ron Howard, Darryl Frank, Justin Falvey, Sara Bernstein, Justin Wilkes, Meredith Kaulfers, Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall, Laurent Bouzereau, with Markus Keith and Michael Rosenberg serving as executive producers.

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Haunted by Daylight Returns to Dead by Daylight

2024/10/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Halloween isn’t just a holiday in Dead by Daylight, it’s an entire season. A familiar chill is back in the air, and once again gaming’s premiere horror destination is pulling out all the stops with the return of Haunted by Daylight, the arrival of a new Tome, and more new cosmetics than The Entity has claws. Whether players are looking for tricks, treats, or a terrifying twist on Trials, there’s something for everyone throughout the month of October and beyond.

Get Haunted by Daylight
The Void Realm beckons, and those who dare to set foot within may never be the same again. The Haunted by Daylight Event returns from Oct. 17 to Nov. 7 for its third year at the forefront of Dead by Daylight’s Halloween festivities.

The Void is back for this latest iteration of the event and set to play a bigger role than ever. This year not only are there more available portals into the Void Realm, but once opened they can’t be closed. Void Energy must again be collected in order to open these portals, but when inside, it can also be spent to create brand-new role-specific Void Items to help turn the tides of a Trial. Ratcheting up the event’s intensity, Killer Powers are now available to use within the Void Realm itself for the first time ever.

Castlevania, Continued
Hot on the heels of the iconic Castlevania making its way into The Entity’s Realm, Tome 21: DOMINUS looks to double down, delivering more stories, Outfits, and rewards from the undying franchise.

A celebration of all things Castlevania, with a specific focus on some popular Nintendo DS titles, DOMINUS features memories that delve deeper into Trevor Belmont and Dracula’s histories as they both seek to recruit Alucard to their cause. In a Dead by Daylight first, every single Outfit, Charm, Banner and Badge, available to earn in DOMINUS will either be Castlevania themed or inspired by gothic horror, including the Legendary Soma Cruz Outfit for Trevor, and the Visceral Legendary True Form Outfit for Dracula, complete with its own Mori.

Threads of Dread
Dressing up is half the fun of Halloween, and Dead by Daylight is out to make sure players have everything they could want when it comes to finding the perfect in-game costume for their favorite characters.

Beginning Oct. 17 and lasting for the duration of the Haunted by Daylight event, new additions to The Void Collection show the chilling effects of a brush with oblivion. This year players can pick up Outfits for Kate Denson, Adam Francis, and Zarina Kassir, along with the Collection’s first Killer Outfit for The Plague.

In a nod to the lighter side of the season, the Tricks and Treats Collection introduces a group costume for Sable Ward and Mikaela Reid, both available in store. Sable steps into the role of a spellcasting witch, while Mikaela plays the part of her feline familiar. The Collection also includes Outfits for Yun-Jin and The Trickster, earnable via the Event, that sees them attending a Halloween concert. Both sets of Outfits are time limited.

Also returning is the fan-favorite Hallowed Blight Collection, with new looks available Oct. 7. Grotesque, gruesome, and endlessly oozing, new additions to the Collection include Outfits for The Pig, The Good Guy, The Deathslinger, and more.

Finally, the Alien Collection serves up two all-new outfits with the “Juggernaut Xenomorph”, as well as the iconic “Pressure Suit” for Ellen Ripley. Both new outfits will be available on Nov. 7.

Players can test their nerve in the Haunted by Daylight Event from Oct. 17 to Nov. 7 in Dead by Daylight.

The Strongest TOFU Out Now on PC

2024/10/01
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

The Strongest TOFU, the ultimate condensed soy milk action platformer from developer Zounoashi Games and publisher Phoenixx, launches today onto PC via Steam with a 10%-off sale for $4.49 until Tuesday, October 15th at 10:00 AM PST.

Celebrate Japan’s Tofu Day by hopping from the proverbial frying pan into the fire with the winner of Bandai Namco’s 2022 GYAAR Studio Indie Game Contest Choose from firm, silken, or freeze-dried, each with its distinct strengths and weaknesses, and bounce into an action-packed, tofu-filled adventure created by a real Tofu Meister.

https://youtu.be/9xUkxaQVSjE?si=BUJQCpOpEomppWUq

Squish and spring in any direction to attack enemies, clear massive gaps, and solve puzzles across various zany maps where the threat of being cooked, eaten, and crumbled into oblivion looms around every corner. Conquer The Strongest TOFU’s unique jiggle physics with an easy-to-learn, difficult-to-master control scheme and satisfying haptic feedback with every jump. Remember, tofu is delicate, and falling from great heights can cause a cataclysmic crumbling.

Bounce to the tunes of The Strongest TOFU’s original soundtrack composed by Ryo Nagamatsu of RH Music (Splatoon series Composer). Enjoy key artwork from Hattori-Graphics, one of Japan’s top 100 Graphic Designers of 2024, featuring their signature low-res aesthetic. Pick up morsels of trivia along the way with fun tofu facts courtesy of Head Developer and Tofu MeisterTomozoP.

“We’re honored to have collaborated with Ryo Nagamatsu, Hattori Graphics, and all of those who helped me earn the title of Tofu Meister,” says TomozoP at Zounoashi Games. “Our goal was to make The Strongest TOFU a simple yet memorable gameplay experience, and we’re proud to have achieved this on Japan’s Tofu Day!”

The Strongest TOFU is now available to PC via Steam for $4.99 USD with a 10%-off sale for $4.49 until Tuesday, October 15th at 10:00 AM PST. It will support Japanese, English, and Chinese (Traditional and Simplified) languages. The purchase page for “Sugoi Tsuyoitofu Original Soundtrack” will appear soon on the “Sugoi Tsuyoitofu” Steam Store page. To learn more and stay up to date, follow Phoenixx’s official website, X/Twitter, Youtube, the official GYAAR Studio website, Zounoashi Games official website, X/Twitter, and head developer TomozoP’s X/Twitter.

Broken Arrow Delayed

2024/09/30
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Slitherine and Steel Balalaika announced that the release date of Broken Arrow, originally planned for a 2024 launch, had been moved to 2025.

Marco Alessandro Minoli, Director of Publishing, stated: “The game won’t be releasing this year as intended, but we felt it was necessary. This decision is motivated by our desire to fully meet our community’s expectations, to ensure that Broken Arrow is the best game of its kind and that it provides a flawless experience to its players. To achieve this, we needed to run more extensive testing and iterate on improving the code efficiency. We don’t want to underestimate any potential issue and we’d rather wait than risk letting anyone down on day one. The development team has been hard at work and we can’t wait to show you what is new for the game”.

The publisher acknowledged that this will disappoint many players and members of the game community, but there is some good news for them as well: a new multiplayer Open Beta will be available for everyone to play on November 12th. Throughout the entire month of October, Broken Arrow fans can expect weekly developer diaries on the Steam page, which will highlight all the latest updates and showcase the content available in the beta, including new units, specializations, maps, and features.

Furthermore, fans can expect an important reveal of Broken Arrow in December, which would also be the occasion for a very special announcement.

Slitherine, the publisher, and Steel Balalaika, the developer team, promise to players that their patience will be rewarded: “We think we have an amazing game on our hands and we are certain that you won’t be disappointed”.

Into the Dead: Our Darkest Days Demo Set for Oct 28th

2024/09/30
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 city from PikPok, will unleash an unliving nightmare with its first-ever Steam demo on Monday, Oct. 28.

Set during the 1980s, an undead plague overruns the fictional Texas city of Walton and pockets of survivors band together against apocalyptic perils. Brave the streets, scavenge for supplies, and find a way to escape in a side-scrolling adventure inspired by survival horror and shelter management games.

Recruit allies, scour a dynamically changing city, craft tools and weapons, and make painful decisions in the face of dwindling resources and growing panic. One misstep can make the difference between surviving the night or summoning an uncountable and ravenous horde upon those that put their trust in you.

SpellForce: Conquest of Eo – Weaver’s Realms Launch Trailer

2024/09/30
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

It’s time to turn dreams into reality! We are thrilled to announce the exciting new expansion, Weaver’s Realms, for SpellForce: Conquest of Eo is out today on PC, PlayStation and Xbox!

Weaver’s Realms introduces a powerful new school of magic, Dreamweaving, which masterfully blends the realms of dreaming and waking. Players will now have the ability to empower allies, manipulate foes, and craft illusions so vivid they blur the lines between reality and fantasy.

This expansion enriches the SpellForce: Conquest of Eo experience with an array of thrilling new features, including innovative gameplay mechanics, fresh units, diverse heroes, and a host of enchanting items. Dive into brand-new scenarios and embark on adventures that elevate the game to extraordinary new heights.

The Weaver’s Realms DLC for SpellForce: Conquest of Eo is now available at an SRP of $14.99 / €14.99!

SpellForce: Conquest of Eo is available at an SRP of $ 29.99 / € 29.99 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series S/X. The critically acclaimed DLC Demon Scourge is also available at an SRP of $ 12.99 / € 12.99.

Check Steam Turn-Based RPG Fest!
From September 30 to October 7, celebrate the magic of turn-based RPGs with fantastic discounts on SpellForce: Conquest of Eo. Enjoy 50% off the base game and a 34% discount on the first expansion, Demon Scourge! Check out the SpellForce: Conquest of Eo Bundle for exclusive savings tailored for both seasoned fans and newcomers alike:
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/40596/SpellF…

For those eager to fully immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Eo, the complete SpellForce Bundle is also available, featuring remarkable discounts not only on the turn-based spin-off Conquest of Eo but also across the franchise’s main entries:
https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/8177/SpellFo…

Metal Slug Tactics – A New Angle Trailer

2024/09/30
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

Publisher Dotemu (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, Streets of Rage 4) and developer Leikir Studio (Rogue Lords, Synergy) today released a new, in-depth video look at Metal Slug Tactics, the grid-based tactical RPG adaptation of the iconic run-and-gun franchise. Metal Slug Tactics will be released in Fall 2024 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1590760/Metal_Slug_Tactics/).

In the video, Leikir Studio reflects on childhood memories of playing the series in arcades. The team bonds over a shared fondness for the METAL SLUG universe, which Dotemu and Leikir Studio hope to instill in new players and evoke from series veterans when they storm the battlefield in Metal Slug Tactics.

The combat of Metal Slug Tactics takes place in an isometric view, a fresh, reimagined approach to the side-scrolling action for which the series is famous. A change in perspective that affects gameplay and visuals alike, Leikir Studio worked in collaboration with the franchise’s legendary original pixel artists to ensure Metal Slug Tactics authentically captures the spirit of the series’ stunning visuals. The video also explores Metal Slug Tactics’ introduction of new elements to series conventions, including the shift to tactical play, randomization to boost mission replayability, unlockable skills, and roguelite-style progression. It all adds up to a unique and imaginative way to enjoy the world of METAL SLUG.

The classic characters of METAL SLUG return in Metal Slug Tactics, armed with unique abilities that capture their signature personalities and influence each fighter’s approach to combat. With new mechanics such as SYNC team attacks that can be capitalized on through clever field positioning, and a home base-style armory where players select a squad to send into battle, Leikir Studio and Dotemu have transposed the feel of run-and-gun action into a tactical RPG while retaining the series’ DNA of fast-paced gameplay.

Both a respectful homage to an all-time classic and an imaginative new way to celebrate the renowned series, Metal Slug Tactics channels the timeless METAL SLUG aesthetic through gorgeous pixel art and fluid animation. The game’s highly replayable battlefields combine shuffled layouts from handcrafted terrain sectors with subtle roguelite elements, pushing players to adapt and overcome unpredictable clashes as they master dynamic, strategic combat.

Wield classic METAL SLUG weapons, leveraging skill trees, perks, and a super-charged adrenaline system to outwit and demolish the flanks of the series’ signature villains. The action is accompanied by an original soundtrack featuring music from Tee Lopes (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, Sonic Mania, Streets of Rage 4’s Mr. X Nightmare DLC). Metal Slug Tactics is wholly developed by Leikir Studio with support from Dotemu and access supplied by IP owner SNK.

For the latest on Metal Slug Tactics, visit https://www.metalslugtactics.com/, follow @Dotemu and @LeikirStudio on X, and wishlist the game on Steam via https://store.steampowered.com/app/1590760/Metal_Slug_Tactics/.