Can you trust anyone, even yourself? Fans will find out soon, as Zen Studios’ new pinball experience, Pinball M, releases for consoles and PC on November 30. Zen Studios, in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences, has revealed The THING Pinball as the final table in the hard-hitting launch lineup for Pinball M. In an immersive and suspenseful experience, The THING Pinball table follows the plot of Universal Pictures’ thrilling 1982 cult-classic film. Players will immerse themselves in a thrilling and suspenseful world inspired by the film and use their pinball skills to battle against the shape-shifting alien set in the arctic tundra of U.S. Outpost #31.
The chilling table features include:
Players will be challenged to survive the vicious attack of the Dog-Thing by shooting its tentacles.
It’s Bennings! Players will not only be able to watch him transform but then torch what he becomes.
Players will collect blood samples and shoot the reagent cartridge to reveal the impostor.
We found something in the ice! Players will lock, then bust open the balls for BURIED IN ICE multi-ball.
Players will rig their own TNT to blow up the base and The Thing in a wild Wizard Mode.
“The THING Pinball is an authentic homage to the 1982 film, and features original clips from the film itself,” said Mel Kirk, COO of Zen Studios. “It gives long-time horror fans a go-to table in Pinball M, and completes our extraordinary line-up for launch.”
Joining an already illustrious launch library with Chucky’s Killer Pinball, Dead by Daylight™ Pinball, Duke Nukem’s: Big Shot Pinball, and Zen’s own creation: Wrath of the Elder Gods: Director’s Cut, The THING Pinball will hit Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and the Epic Games Store on November 30.
Indie First Person-Shooter veterans, Hyperstrange, pride themselves for having heavy metal embedded deep in their DNA, as proven many times since their debut, a “Metal Action Fantasy Slasher” ELDERBORN. Bringing their wild west horror stealth shooter Blood West out of Early Access, they team up with Ghoultown, an American viral rock band, and the multi animation award winning Smile Studios to create the song and the music video “I Am The Undead”. A western heavy metal ballad about one gunslinger’s eternal damnation.
In this new video, the revenant gunslinger ventures into the abandoned Ghoultown, a hell-ridden nightmare despite the welcome sign in view, enjoying a sip of drink before all breaks loose. The music band Ghoultown, combining elements of rock, metal, and Western, take us on a cowpunk journey through the fights and killings of the undead gunslinger, blood and guts spilling after every shot, with our protagonist falling horribly to the overwhelming odds, only to awaken once again and walking back into the punishment.
Ghoultown consists of singer and guitarist Count Lyle, guitarist Jake Middlefinger, guitarist Lizard Lazario, bassist Santi, drummer Dalton Black, and trumpetist Randy Graham, and they all treat us to their performance in their ghost shapes of a fully original new song composed by them for Blood West. Both a tribute and a celebration of the game, ‘I Am The Undead’ captures the bizarre nature of a cursed gunman roaming through the old wild west in a murdering rampage of horrifying monsters, and as the game does as well, the fun of it all.
Blood West is an immersive wild west stealth FPS with RPG elements where, as a revenant desperado, you take on the twisted demons and eldritch horrors, while you search for the means to end the curse that has befallen the frontier, and maybe find some peace for your wicked soul. One quest after another, the spirits of the land will lead you towards even greater challenges in a story-rich non-linear adventure. And whatever your path may be – things will get rough. For hell is empty and all the devils are here!
The third and final part of Blood West’s story is coming up later this year when the full game launches on December 5. It will be your time to explore the mountains, a region even deadlier than the mines and the swamp, adding fan-favorite voice actor Stephen L. Russell, better known for his roles in Thief, Dishonored 2, and many others, to this new entry in the stealth immersive sim genre.
With an overwhelmingly positive reception on Steam by players during its Early Access phase, with over 1,600 reviews and a 92% positive rating, Blood West is set to expand into 1.0 on December 5, 2023 and will feature over 20 hours of playtime across its three chapters.
The Mantis X10 Personal Firearms Training System is a revolutionary training tool that promises to elevate your shooting performance, whether you’re a seasoned competitor, law enforcement officer, or simply someone serious about improving firearm handling. Blending an advanced sensor, intelligent software, and in-depth analysis, the system provides a treasure trove of data to help you identify and rectify shooting deficiencies.
What’s in the Box?
The core of the Mantis X10 system is a small, lightweight sensor unit. Inside, it houses sophisticated movement-tracking technology to capture the finest details of your shooting mechanics. Depending on your chosen package, you’ll get various adapters to connect this sensor securely to your firearm. The standard offering includes a universal magazine rail adapter for both handguns and rifles. Optional adapters provide more tailored mounting options for specific firearm types.
Along with the sensor and adapters, you’ll receive a USB charging cable, ensuring your Mantis X10 is always ready to go.
Setup and Use: Simplicity Meets Functionality
Getting started with the Mantis X10 is remarkably straightforward. Download the free Mantis X app (available on Android and iOS) and create an account. Attach the sensor to your firearm using the appropriate adapter, open the app, and pair your device via Bluetooth. The app’s clear interface guides you through calibration and setup with minimal hassle.
The training potential with the X10 is virtually limitless. It supports everything from basic dry-fire practice to live-fire shooting on the range, as well as exercises with airsoft and CO2 weapons. The app offers a range of pre-designed drills and scenarios across disciplines like pistol, rifle, shotgun, and even archery. You can also create custom drills to pinpoint specific skills you want to refine.
The Magic: Where Data Transforms Training
The Mantis X10 meticulously tracks your firearm’s movement throughout the entire shooting process—before, during, and after the shot. This data is then translated into actionable insights displayed within the app. You see a visual trace of how your gun moved, scores for each shot, and analysis of factors like:
Trigger Control: Detects issues like jerking, flinching, or improper follow-through.
Hold: Measures how steady your hold is, detecting sway to help you improve stability.
Recoil: Analyzes your recoil pattern, highlighting tendencies that lead to inaccurate shots.
Holster Draw Analysis: Breaks down your draw from the holster, calculating speed and identifying areas to improve.
The app also offers dynamic shooting features for moving targets, timed drills, and more, making it feel like a sophisticated training simulator right on your smartphone.
Leveling Up: Beyond the Basics
The Mantis X10 isn’t simply about diagnosing problems, it provides coaching tips tailored to your specific weaknesses. After each shot or drill, the app suggests adjustments or exercises to focus on. The system essentially becomes your virtual shooting coach, always on hand to offer guidance.
One of its most powerful features is the ability to track your progress over time. The Mantis X app stores data from every session, allowing you to see improvement trends, set milestones, and stay motivated throughout your training journey.
Who Is It For?
The Mantis X10 is valuable for shooters of any level who want to up their game:
Beginners: Provides immediate feedback to instill good habits and help you master fundamentals.
Intermediate Shooters: Uncovers subtle issues hindering your progress and offers drills to break through plateaus.
Competitors: Gives you the edge by fine-tuning your technique and providing data to make informed adjustments to your equipment or shooting style.
The Verdict
The Mantis X10 Personal Firearms Training System is an exceptionally well-rounded tool that can genuinely improve your shooting performance. Its data-driven approach, intelligent analytics, and user-friendly interface make it a compelling investment for anyone who is serious about reaching their shooting potential.
While there’s always a learning curve, the Mantis X10 excels at making the process intuitive and engaging. For shooters desiring a technological edge in their training, this device delivers results that go beyond what traditional practice can offer.
SQUARE ENIX today released the “Story So Far” recap video for FINAL FANTASY™ VII REBIRTH, which will be viewable from the game’s main menu when it debuts on Feb. 29, 2024, for the PlayStation®5 (PS5®) console. The refresher video is narrated by Red XIII, a beast with a flaming tail who offers words of wisdom to Cloud’s party from time to time. Red XIII recaps the events of FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, the first installment in the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY VII remake project.
The Story So Far video is available to watch here:
Additionally, the company released iconic artwork featuring Aerith and the Highwind airship. Other screenshots, available here, explore the peaceful town of Kalm, the abandoned Mythril Mine, the summon Kujata, the combat abilities and Synergy Skills of various party members, the Chocoboutique, side characters and much more.
Be careful what you Wish(list) for, Pilgor is getting Steam-y… Coffee Stain Publishing and Coffee Stain North are delighted to announce that Goat Simulator 3 is coming to Steam in 2024! As of today, fans can Wishlist the game to stay up to date with all the caprine content headed their way.
Early next year, Steam users will finally be able to unleash chaos upon the sandbox island of San Angora. Up to four players can jump in together in online or local multiplayer to explore the island, rampage to their heart’s content, or even join a secret goat society.
As well as all the original content, Steam players will have access to every piece of post-launch content that’s arrived since the game’s original release. That includes new goats, gear, missions, secrets and more – and all future updates will be available on the platform too (and believe us, we’ve got plenty more incoming!)
Star Trek: The Picard Legacy Collection is now available from Paramount Home Entertainment!
The limited edition individually numbered 54-Disc Blu-ray collection features one of a kind packaging that houses every series and film featuring Jean-Luc Picard. Along with over 35 hours of special features, films and series include “Star Trek: The Next Generation – Seasons 1-7,” “Star Trek: Picard – Seasons 1-3,” Star Trek: Generations, Star Trek: First Contact, Star Trek: Nemesis, and Star Trek: Insurrection. This limited set also includes an exclusive edition of The Wisdom of Picard featuring brand new artwork and quotes, along with a one-of-a-kind deck of playing cards, a magnet sheet featuring all of Captain Picard’s badges and four custom Chateau Picard drink coasters.
Check out behind the scenes clips, gag reel and deleted scenes below from the latest season of “Star Trek: Picard!”
Beware do-gooders of the Overworld, for war is on the horizon. Publisher Kalypso Media and in-house developer Realmforge Studios have unleashed The Absolute Evil upon the Overworld with the official launch of Dungeons series’ highly anticipated sequel, Dungeons 4.
Sound the alarm and prepare your traps, because Dungeons 4 is now available day one on Xbox Game Pass for console and PC, and is available in Standard or Deluxe Editions on Xbox Series X|S,Windows PC, and PlayStation 5. The Deluxe Edition provides hellish extras for the most daring minions, including the Digital Artbook, exclusive Evil and Good Thalya Legacy Skins, Dungeons 3 Evil Hand Legacy Skin, remastered Storming of Dollaran Map from Dungeons 3, and the Official Dungeons 4 Soundtrack. With larger dungeons, an expansive Overworld, enhanced co-op play, more evil critters, and the addition of the infuriating Dwarves, Evil has never looked this good!
Building on the success of the iconic Dungeons series, Dungeons 4 unleashes evilness upon the Overworld with a mix of real-time strategy, simulation, and dungeon management gameplay. The story follows the Dark Elf Thalya, recently returned from imprisonment as she sows chaos in in the Overworld and ultimately teams up with a very unlikely partner along with the embodiment of The Absolute Evil re-incarnated, The Baby Evil – Gorgu. Reinforced with a new ability-based Perk System and Baby Evil at her side, Thalya is certain she will finally overcome the forces of good once and for all.
As if Thalya didn’t have enough to deal with,the developers at Realmforge have decided to make Dungeons 4 even more challenging by adding a new adversary. Dwarves have arrived in Dungeons 4, ready to tunnel destruction through carefully crafted dungeons to prevent The Absolute Evil from turning the beautiful Overworld into Evil’s most pleasurable holiday paradise. Prepare for the onslaught of Dwarves by ensuring the Dungeon is well-protected by traps and stocked with minions ready to thwart those pesky intruders. Think the Absolute Evil would stop there? No way! Those brave enough to face the forces of good can have an evil buddy tag along in the adventure with dynamic two-player co-op multiplayer, managing and controlling the same dungeon with a unified evil vision.
What would a new Dungeons game be without the storytelling prowess of the beloved narrator? The undeniably charming and fan-favorite English narrator Kevan Brighting returns to the carnage to chronicle every conquest and provide helpful… or at least satisfying commentary throughout the campaign.
Dungeons 4 is out now with Xbox Game Pass for console and PC, and is also available on Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation 5. Dungeons 4 will bring The Absolute Evil to the Nintendo Switch™ <
The Victoria series is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a major update and a very colorful region pack for the latest game in Paradox’s celebrated strategy and simulation of the exciting century around the Victorian Age. Today sees the launch of Colossus of the South, an add-on full of new flavor for South America, especially the dramatic course of Brazilian politics in the era.
This release is paired with the official launch of the 1.5 update to Victoria 3, a major update to many game systems including a rework of the military system, adding Companies to national economies, new Laws and new diplomatic relations.
“Even though it was something of a cult hit, Victoria has always had a special place in the heart of our community and it presents unique challenges and opportunities for a designer,” says Martin Anward, game director for Victoria 3. “I am not sure anyone expected the series to still be a going concern 20 years on, but here we are, one year after the launch of Victoria 3, full of exciting ideas for the future.”
Publisher Kalypso Media and development studio The Dust S.A. have announced their upcoming dark fantasy adventure game, The Inquisitor, will be released on February 8, 2024, on Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. For those eager to plunge into the darkness, a behind the scenes video has been released from inside the recording studio where voice actor Jamie Maclachlan recorded the voice of the protagonist for the game, Mordimer Madderdin.
This first developer diary will focus on Maclachlan’s enigmatic performance as Mordimer Madderdin, the titular inquisitor of the game. Delving into his interpretation of the character and giving special insights into how he performed the role. Two additional developer diaries will be released leading up to launch, further exploring the team behind The Inquisitor and the world (and Unworld) of the game’s story.
The Inquisitor is a dark fantasy adventure game set in an alternate-history version of the 1500s, in which Jesus did not die for our sins, but instead broke free from the cross and sought vengeance on the non-believers. Players will take on the role of Mordimer Madderdin, an Inquisitor in the service to the Church of Christ Vengeful. The Inquisitor is at its core a story-driven fantasy adventure game with a focus on detective elements, blending action and puzzle mechanics into the mix.
The Inquisitor will be released on February 8, 2024, on Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
With the Official Tram Extension, the latest expansion for Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop is now available. With the DLC, astragon Entertainment and the stillalive studios developer team are introducing the opportunity to drive and manage trams for the first time in the history of the game series! Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Official Tram Extension is available now for PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One as DLC on the digital stores!
Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Official Tram Extension:
New DLC opens access to rail networks on both maps of the game – Angel Shores and Seaside Valley!
Dedicated tram depots for the trams
Two drivable tram models – including a detailed and fully interactive cockpit!
Create tram routes: A separate type of route that is integrated into the timetable
Road traffic interacts with trams
New story missions on both maps
New drive events
Shared bus and streetcar stations
Now available for 19.99 EUR / 19.99 USD (SRP) as DLC on the digital stores!
Alternatively, also available as part of the Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Season Pass.
Owners of the Official Tram Extension or the Season Pass will get free access to the upcoming Tram Simulator Urban Transit, which will be released later as a standalone game!
With Bus Simulator 21 Next Stop – Official Tram Extension, public transportation fans will get the opportunity to bring Angel Shores’ old rail network back to life and experience the city from a whole new perspective. In addition, Seaside Valley has also built a brand-new rail network, just waiting to be put into operation by eager players.
