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A Quiet Place Comes to Life as an All-New Halloween Horror Nights Haunted House

2024/06/06
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News, Trailers / Videos

Guests will need to silence their screams when they enter the post-apocalyptic world of Paramount Pictures’ blockbuster movies, A Quiet Place and A Quiet Place Part II, in an all-new chilling haunted house at Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights. The terror of the excruciating silence is set to begin Friday, August 30 at Universal Orlando Resort, and Thursday, September 5 at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Directed by John Krasinski and critically acclaimed for its suspenseful yet mostly silent storytelling, A Quiet Place and A Quiet Place Part II follow the Abbott family as they try to survive the aftermath of sightless creatures with a sharp sense of hearing that draws them to prey on anything that makes the slightest noise.

Mirroring the silence in the films, the haunted houses will embrace unique sound design, special effects and the adept performances of the scareactors to convey the ominous sense of dread depicted in the films. Consequential to the storyline, Halloween Horror Nights will incorporate the use of American Sign Language (ASL) for the first time ever within the “A Quiet Place” haunted houses to capture the authenticity of the films.

Fans will relive the tension that will come to life in the iconic scenes from the first two films, including traveling through the farmhouse that serves as the Abbott family’s shelter and stepping into the root cellar where Evelyn Abbott escapes to give birth as one of the creatures closes in. The snarls of the larger-than-life predators will follow guests at every spine-chilling turn, and guests must remember: if they hear you, they will hunt you.

Horror fans and movie buffs can now plan their visit to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood as all tickets are available for purchase. Beginning Thursday, September 5 and running select nights through Sunday, November 3, guests will encounter eight all-new haunted houses, an onslaught of sinister scare zones and the iconic Terror Tram.

A variety of Halloween Horror Nights ticket options are available for purchase to the Universal Studios Hollywood event, including General Admission, Universal Express, After 2 P.M. Day/Night, the Early Access Ticket, which provides access to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change), in advance of the scheduled 7:00 p.m. event opening time, the premium R.I.P. Tour and popular passes, Frequent Fear and Ultimate Fear, which enable guests to experience the scares again and again. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions.

Stay and scream with a Halloween Horror Nights Vacation Package at Universal Studios Hollywood. Sample package includes one daytime General Admission ticket, one General Admission Halloween Horror Nights event ticket and accommodation at a Universal Partner Hotel. Click here for more information about each ticket type and here for vacation packages, plus Terms and Conditions. Universal Studios Hollywood Vacation Packages are sold by Universal Parks & Resorts Vacations, CST 2137135-50.

At Universal Orlando, a chilling new collection of horrifying experiences await guests, including 10 all-new movie-quality haunted houses, five scare zones filled with hundreds of menacing creatures, plus an energetic live show. Select tickets for Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando are available for purchase, including single-night tickets, Express Passes, the R.I.P Tour, which provides front of the line access to the haunted houses, and the Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror Tour that offers a glimpse into how the scares are brought to life via a daytime, lights-on journey through select haunted house. Guests can also stay, scream and save up to $200 (based on a seven-night stay) with a special vacation package that includes one-night admission to the event, admission to all three Universal Orlando theme parks and accommodations at a Universal hotel near the haunts with exclusive benefits, including access to a dedicated Halloween Horror Nights entrance for faster entry into the event, Early Park Admission to the theme parks during the day, and more.

Tickets for Universal Orlando’s Premium Scream Night on Thursday, August 29, are now available. This unprecedented, one-night event will give a limited number of fans the opportunity to experience this year’s haunts before the event officially opens on Friday, August 30, including access to all 10 haunted houses, five scare zones and live entertainment. Premium Scream Night guests will also enjoy shorter wait times and staggered entry by group to the haunted houses, select all-you-care-to-enjoy food and non-alcoholic beverages, a souvenir credential, access to select attractions at Universal Studios Florida and free self-parking after 5 p.m. Only a limited number of tickets are available – click here for additional details.

Fans can get a jump-start on their Halloween Horror Nights gear with an all-new merchandise collection available for purchase now at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood, as well as online at http://shop.universalorlando.com. New items include a t-shirt and mug inspired by the all-original “A Quiet Place” haunted house.

For those eager to dive more into the scares in store for Halloween Horror Nights, check out the Discover Universal Blog, which today also reveals more about the slate of six original haunted houses at Universal Orlando Resort’s event. New updates will be posted regularly for the events at both Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood.

Additional details, including new haunted houses coming to both Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, will be revealed soon. For more information and to purchase tickets for Universal Studios Hollywood’s event, visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com/Halloween.  For more information and to purchase tickets for Universal Orlando’s event, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/Halloween.

House Flipper 2 Celebrates Anniversary with Exciting New Features

2024/06/06
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

This update introduces the highly anticipated “Before-After” mechanic, allowing players to visually compare renovations and a wealth of new content, enhancements, and fixes.

Check out the Steam page (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1190970/House_Flipper_2/), PlayStation Store (https://store.playstation.com/en-ca/concept/10006545), and Microsoft Store (https://www.xbox.com/en-CA/games/store/house-flipper-2/9n67z2d5phw2) for more details about the game.

Unveiling the “Before-After” Mechanic:

Imagine the satisfaction of seeing a dilapidated house transformed into a stunning masterpiece. With the new “Before-After” mechanic, players can now enjoy side-by-side comparisons of their renovation projects, showcasing their creativity and hard work.

Discover the New Content:

Dive into the enchanting story of Little Red Riding Hood’s grandmother’s house, now available for renovation. This quaint home, left in shambles after encountering the Big Bad Wolf, offers players a unique challenge. Restore its former charm by fixing claw marks, cleaning up fur remnants, and repairing the cozy interiors. Key highlights include a damaged kitchen with retro appliances, a bedroom marked by wolf paw prints, and a small bathroom with elderly-friendly accessories.

The new order tasks players with creating a new bedroom for Teddy’s friend, who will stay for the summer. This involves moving Teddy’s parents to a downstairs bedroom and expanding the living-dining area by enclosing part of the porch. The goal is to create a harmonious living space for the entire family.

New Items Galore:

With approximately 190 new items, the update brings many options to enhance your renovations. There’s something for everyone, from new wood materials and charming cat-patterned wallpapers to various home accessories and garden items. Enjoy adding new cleaning tools, shower components, hot tubs, loft-style decor, and more to your projects.

Enhanced Gameplay:

The update includes several gameplay improvements, including enhanced lamp style copying, simplified wall and floor repairs, and improved HUD hiding. The vacuum’s suction area has been recalibrated, and the painting area with large rollers has been expanded. Players can also dispose of empty paint buckets in the trash bag, and new brightness and gamma settings have been introduced.

Guild Wars 2: Janthir Wilds Announcement Trailer

2024/06/05
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Today ArenaNet® and NCSOFT™ announced Guild Wars 2®: Janthir Wilds™, the fifth expansion for the award-winning and critically acclaimed MMORPG Guild Wars 2. Releasing on August 20, 2024, the expansion will introduce a suite of new features long-requested by fans beginning with Homesteads, the most player-friendly housing system in an MMORPG. With a brand new customization and decorating interface, heroes can create and adorn their very own housing space for their friends and guild mates. New weapons and mount skills welcome adventurers to the uncharted, primordial region of Janthir, be it by taking hold of a spear, a new character terrestrial weapon type, or by hopping into the saddle of the enhanced Warclaw mount, further enriching the subscription-free online world of one of the most enduring and beloved PC games of all time.

Janthir Wilds will go on sale for $24.99 and, like its predecessor Secrets of the Obscure™, have three planned major updates scheduled for release between August 2024 and the summer of 2025. Launch day will see two new maps set among the deltas and islands of Janthir’s untamed wilderness, including the Lowland Shore, home to the Lowland Kodan, and the Janthir Syntri with its dangerous rocky shores, wandering titans, and mystic storms. To assist in exploring these new lands, players will learn to tame feral Warclaws; previously occupying a specialist role in the World-vs-World game mode, the Warclaws of the Lowland Kodan will allow players to hop in the saddle and explore Janthir, developing the steed’s special abilities to add more movement and traversal opportunities to Guild Wars 2’s widely-acclaimed roster of player mounts.

For the first time since launch, a new weapon type will be added for terrestrial combat. The two-handed spear will become available to all nine of the game’s professions. Each profession will use their spear differently, be it ranged or melee, and provide a multitude of new skills to further enhance player skill customization and gameplay builds.

The three planned major future updates will launch at no additional charge and continue to add new experiences: an additional map, a new Raid, new rewards (including new earnable items in the Wizard’s Vault), and a new PvP game mode will arrive in the following months and into 2025.

The expansion’s all-new story begins in the wake of the events of Secrets of the Obscure. Together with the Astral Ward and a council of nations from across Tyria, players will journey to Janthir and make contact with the Lowland Kodan, the tribal, pastoral residents of this rugged region, learning about their culture, and discovering the secrets of a primordial magical threat wreaking havoc in the depths of the wild.

“From the beginning we wanted to bring together many of the items that have been on both our and the community’s wishlist for years,” said Josh Davis, Guild Wars 2 Game Director. “Janthir Wilds is proof of our commitment to continue to surprise and delight while improving the Guild Wars 2 gameplay experience in unexpected ways, and to support game modes for both the cooperative and competitive communities.”

Field of Glory: Kingdoms Launch Trailer

2024/06/05
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Players can shape the map of Europe as Field of Glory: Kingdoms is now out on Steam. This grand strategy game developed by Slitherine and AGEOD immerses players in a richly detailed historical world where they can lead any of 350 diverse factions, each with unique cultural traits, religions, and strategic opportunities.

With a deep and engaging tactical combat system, an impressive variety of 450 factions (of which 350 playable), and a comprehensive building system featuring 600 structures, Field of Glory: Kingdoms offers unparalleled depth and realism. Players must navigate complex cultural, religious, and political landscapes to expand their kingdoms, ensuring every decision shapes the destiny of their nation. So, grab your crown and get ready—because ruling a kingdom isn’t just about sitting on a throne; it’s about surviving the endless plot twists worthy of a medieval soap opera.

Marco Alessandro Minoli, Director of Publishing
at Slitherine Software, said:
“Field of Glory: Kingdoms builds on the legacy of the Field of Glory franchise; making games that are historically accurate and fun strategy experiences. With this release, we follow in the footsteps of AGEOD’s history of excellence in 4X productions while trying to pay homage to games that have paved the way to the genre’s success”.

Unmatched Scope and Diversity
Field of Glory: Kingdoms offers an extensive selection of 11 primary nations and as many as 350 playable, unique factions. This broad range of playable nations allows for a richer and more varied gameplay experience, giving players the freedom to explore different historical and cultural contexts. You can jump from one nation to another faster than you can say “Wait, where did my throne go?”

Superior Tactical Combat
One of the standout features of Field of Glory: Kingdoms is its inclusion of tactical combat. Unlike many Civ-like 4Xs which lack this feature, Field of Glory: Kingdoms allows players to engage in detailed and strategic battlefield management – you can export the battle to Field of Glory II: Medieval if you want to play the full tactical battle, and import the result back into Kingdoms. So, if your battle plans go horribly awry, you can truly blame yourself instead of those pesky, randomised encounters you usually see in other 4Xs.

Extensive Unit Variety
The game boasts an impressive 420+ different units, while usually on Civ-like games we see no more than 100. This vast array of units provides players with deeper strategic options and a more realistic representation of historical armies, ensuring that no two battles are ever the same.

Rich Cultural and Religious Dynamics
Field of Glory: Kingdoms enhances the complexity of its gameplay with 90 cultural traits and 14 religions/heresies, where the average grand strategy title stops at four or five religions. This diversity adds layers of strategy and replayability, as players must navigate the intricate web of cultural and religious dynamics to succeed.

Comprehensive Building System
With 600 buildings to construct and manage, Field of Glory: Kingdoms offers a far more detailed and immersive building system than most 4Xs. This depth allows for more intricate economic and urban planning, giving players greater control over the development and prosperity of their kingdoms. No rest for the king! You can rule the land mercilessly, but don’t cry if your lords decide to stage a Shakespearean-style coup while you’re counting your gold.

DarkStar One – Nintendo Switch Edition Story Trailer

2024/06/05
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, Trailers / Videos

Set out into the stars with DarkStar One – Nintendo Switch™ Edition. Calibrate your fusion drive for an intergalactic thrill ride of the millennium as publisher Kalypso Media and developer Engine Software delivers the electrifying retro space opera experience to the Nintendo Switch on June 20, 2024, for $26.99 with a 10% discount for all pre-orders.

DarkStar One – Nintendo Switch Edition combines the best elements of space exploration, breakneck combat, and captivating storytelling all into one seamless gaming experience. Players take on the role of Kayron Jarvis, a skilled pilot living in the distant future where humanity has left Earth behind to settle the cosmos. After the mysterious death of his father, he inherits the fabled DarkStar One, launching him into an epic saga of interstellar proportions. Players will navigate through a galaxy teeming with mysteries, alliances, dangers, and secrets, all waiting to be uncovered.

DarkStar One, a relic of an ancient alien civilization can be enhanced by unearthing remnants of this lost society. Improve your ship’s speed, durability and discover special abilities throughout your travels. Choose from over 200 unlockable components to customize your spaceship with engines, weapons, and shields according to your unique needs. You will encounter a colorful array of enemies, all eager to reduce you to atoms. From the militant Mortok to the discordant Raptors, each race will react differently to Kayron depending on the decisions you make. Ensure you have the best tools for the job, otherwise, you’ll find yourself on the wrong end of a plasma cannon blast.

As you set your sights star side, will you be a paragon to everyone who crosses your path, or will you take up a life of plundering the boundless riches of the cosmos? Whichever path you choose, DarkStar One will adapt and evolve mirroring the consequences of your decisions along the way.

Construction Simulator – Stadium Expansion Release Trailer

2024/06/04
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Before the ball starts rolling at this year’s European Football Championship, some final preparations still need to be made. Accordingly, astragon Entertainment and weltenbauer. Software Entwicklung are pleased to announce the release of the Construction Simulator® – Stadium Expansion today. The new DLC for the popular Construction Simulator® for PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One is now available on the digital stores and offers construction fans who also love soccer the opportunity to build a football stadium on the game’s European map – the Friedenberg Arena and its associated infrastructure!

Construction Simulator® – Stadium Expansion

  • Latest DLC introduces a new campaign for the European map – the construction of a football stadium and its associated infrastructure!
  • More than 30 hours of additional playtime!
  • Now available as DLC on the digital stores for 12.99 EUR / 12.99 USD (SRP).
  • Alternatively, also available as part of the Construction Simulator® – Year 2 Season Pass – at an attractive bundle price with more than 40% discount!

With the Construction Simulator® – Stadium Expansion, players get access to a new major contract. Within the extensive campaign, players not only have to build a football stadium complete with stands, VIP lounges and an impressive entrance area, but also demonstrate their skills in building the associated infrastructure. Whether working on the new pedestrian bridge, the large parking space, the multi-storey car park or the clubhouse of the Friedenberg Arena – the varied construction jobs require skilled craftsmanship and almost all of the players’ machinery. Once the stadium is complete and the floodlights have been installed, it is finally time for kick-off!

Police Simulator: Patrol Officers Highway Patrol Expansion Preview

2024/06/04
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Soon, players will have the opportunity to patrol the highways around Brighton City with the upcoming release of the Highway Patrol Expansion for Police Simulator: Patrol Officers by astragon Entertainment and Aesir Interactive. Set to launch in less than two weeks on June 18, this exciting expansion brings a wealth of new features, tools, and vehicles. In a new video titled ON PATROL, Producer Fabian and Social Media & Community Manager Wladi from astragon Entertainment provide an in-depth look at what players can expect from the Highway Patrol Expansion.

Alien: Romulus Official Trailer and Poster Released

2024/06/04
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

The terrifying new trailer and poster for “Alien: Romulus” is here! The all-new sci-hi/horror-thriller from producer Ridley Scott and director/writer Fede Alvarez opens exclusively in theaters nationwide August 16, 2024.

“Alien: Romulus” takes the phenomenally successful “Alien” franchise back to its roots: While scavenging the deep ends of a derelict space station, a group of young space colonizers come face to face with the most terrifying life form in the universe. The film stars Cailee Spaeny (“Civil War”), David Jonsson (“Agatha Christie’s Murder is Easy”), Archie Renaux (“Shadow and Bone”), Isabela Merced (“The Last of Us”), Spike Fearn (“Aftersun”), Aileen Wu. Fede Alvarez (“Evil Dead,” “Don’t Breathe”) directs from a screenplay he wrote with frequent collaborator Rodo Sayagues (“Don’t Breathe 2”) based on characters created by Dan O’Bannon and Ronald Shusett. “Alien: Romulus” is produced by Ridley Scott (“Napoleon”), who directed the original “Alien” and produced and directed the series’ entries “Prometheus” and “Alien: Covenant,” Michael Pruss (“Boston Strangler”), and Walter Hill (“Alien”), with Fede Alvarez, Elizabeth Cantillon (“Charlie’s Angels”), Brent O’Connor (“Bullet Train”), and Tom Moran (“Unstoppable”) serving as executive producers.

SnowRunner – Season 13 Overview Trailer

2024/06/04
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Mac PC News, News, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

SnowRunner, the blockbuster off-roading experience from Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment, today releases the first season of its Year 4 Pass with “Season 13: Dig & Drill” on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac and PC. Watch today’s new Season 13 overview trailer for a taste of all the content that awaits!

Available for free to all Year 4 Pass owners, Season 13 invites players to Almaty, a brand-new, hidden gem of a region nestled in the heart of Central Asia. A set of 10 new stickers is also available for all players as a free update.

Spur Almaty’s mining industry back to action!

Authorities in southeast Kazakhstan need expert manpower for a bold new mining venture and are ready to set up cutting-edge infrastructure to back it up. That’s where you come in! Help the region’s quarries kickstart their operations by bringing essential equipment and rebuilding their conveyor belts and haulage systems. Once production is up and running, restore the region’s cargo airport and conduct geological surveys to complete the job. Almaty needs a hero – it’s up to you to be their silver lining!

To help you in this endeavor, Season 13 comes with two powerhouse vehicles to navigate Almaty’s rugged terrain, from the depths of its mineral deposits to the top of its mountain ranges. First is the PLAD 450, an 8×8 juggernaut equipped to handle even the toughest challenges, sure to become a staple of any heavy-duty fleet! Also joining the game is the AAC-58DW, a versatile scouting SUV with exceptional geometry and weight distribution, allowing you to take on mountainous terrain like never before.

Get up to 50% off on all things SnowRunner!

Celebrate the release of “Season 13: Dig & Drill” and the start of SnowRunner’s fourth year of content updates with up to 50% off on the base game and its DLC on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. And get your hands on even more content at an even better price with the game’s Anniversary Editions.

“Season 13: Dig & Drill” is available now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac and PC — and automatically granted to all owners of the Year 4 Pass or 4-Year Anniversary Edition. For more information, check out the game’s page on the Focus Store.

theHunter: Call of the Wild Sundarpatan Nepal Hunting Reserve Release Date Trailer

2024/06/04
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Expansive Worlds, a creative division within Avalanche Studios Group, has announced that theHunter: Call of the Wild’s newest DLC, the “Sundarpatan Nepal Hunting Reserve,” will launch on June 18 for PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store. The DLC will be available for $11.99/€11.79, with a 20% discount across all storefronts for the first week! The newest expansion to the acclaimed immersive hunting game brings hunters to the vast lands of Nepal, a sprawling environment featuring three unique regions, 13 animal species, and a new weapon – the 19th century Gandhare Rifle.

Welcome to the Sundarpatan Nepal Hunting Reserve, where beauty and exploration go hand in hand. This is a hunting ground filled with an array of wildlife, breathtaking environments, cultural exploration and unique challenges.

Key Features

  • Elevate your hunting game: Discover 13 animals, including 10 new species unique to this area. You’ll need to be on high alert as you come face to face with the territorial Bengal Tiger, the rare and impressive Barasingha, the elusive Snow Leopard, and the Large Tahr – known in these parts simply as the “Great One.”
  • Push the boundaries: Hunt at altitude on rough, snow-covered, open ridges in the mountain region, explore the iconic rhododendron forests of the mid-hills and brave the overgrown sal forests that bask in the tropical climate of the lowlands. Diversity and variation is omnipresent throughout Sundarpatan, and the sheer scale of this location will challenge even the most experienced hunters.
  • Embark on a journey of cultural exploration and education: Sundarpatan provides the perfect opportunity to uncover the natural and cultural richness of Nepal. Showcase your hunting expertise with local experts and wardens, and complete non-hunting mission objectives such as agriculture, photography and repairs to support and develop the reserve.
  • Hunt with the historical Gandhare Rifle: Originally a breech-loading firearm in the late 19th century, the Gandhare Rifle is a handcrafted, high-caliber, single-shot rifle. Made in Nepal by the Nepal Army, the weapon is testament to Nepali innovation, both in the military and hunting realms.

A free update will also be available for all players when the DLC launches on June 18, which includes two Nepal-inspired cosmetic items – the Sundarpatan Rhododendron Paint and the Sundarpatan Flowers Camo! The update also includes remasters of the Water Buffalo and Blackbucks models, population resets for a range of species, changes to the behavior of Pumas in Parque Fernando, multiple bug fixes and more!