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NACON Unveils RIG 600 Pro Wireless Gaming Headset

NACON, a leader in premium gaming accessories and parent of the RIG audio brand, today announced the availability of its first dual wireless RIG 600 PRO Series headsets. Featuring low-latency 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth, the 600 PRO is the ultimate choice to game wirelessly on all your favorite devices, including PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PC and Mobile.

In addition to its multiplatform compatibility, the 600 PRO excels in performance, boasting a chat-optimized microphone that discreetly folds into the earcup when not in use. The integrated flip-to-mute function further enhances versatility, allowing gamers to take calls and communicate with their squad seamlessly.

Available in two models, the 600 PRO HS is designed for PlayStation® while the RIG 600 PRO HX is officially licensed for Xbox® and includes Dolby Atmos® for Headphones. Gamers can experience three-dimensional precision audio by connecting the USB-C wireless adaptor to the Xbox console or PC.

PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
The RIG 600 PRO HS and 600 PRO HX are available from today for a suggested retail price of $99.99. See the list below for US retail availability.

For more information, please visit our website or connect with us @RIGGaming.

GameStop
600 PRO HX BLACK
BestBuy
600 PRO HX BLACK
Walmart
600 PRO HX URBAN CAMO
600 PRO HS ARTIC CAMO
Walmart will exclusively stock the Camo Editions
in Urban and Artic that will be available 14 Oct.

RIG 600 PRO features:

  • Dual-mode wireless with 2.4GHz USB-C adapter and Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity.
  • High-quality game audio from bass-boosted 40mm high-sensitivity drivers.
  • Tuned chamber acoustics for balanced audio.
  • Mic discretely folds into the earcup when on the go.
  • All-day comfort via light weight ear cups wrapped in breathable fabric.
  • Virtually unbreakable and plush-cushioned headband.
  • 600 PRO Navigator app available for advanced customization.
  • Compatible with Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and mobile devices.
  • Up to 24-hour Bluetooth battery life.
  • Up to 18-hour 2.4GHz battery life.
  • Recharge via USB-C port (cable included).

Rival City: Rival Showdown Introduction Trailer

Get ready to rumble down by the riverside! Arc System Works America, Inc. has released an introduction trailer for the upcoming digital release of classic 2D action game Rival City: Rival Showdown, giving in-depth insight into the game’s main story, additional story events, battle system, characters, and more!

River City: Rival Showdown is scheduled for digital release on October 12, 2023 for PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™, and PC via Steam. Steam pre-orders and Nintendo Switch pre-orders are available now.

In addition, Arc System Works will host a booth at TOKYO GAME SHOW 2023 from September 21-24 at Hall 8 (8-N11). River City: Rival Showdown will make an appearance as part of a live stage event, where booth visitors will be able to play the game at a demo station and receive a free special sticker. The stage event will also be broadcasted on the official Arc System Works YouTube channel. See more booth info and the full schedule of event activities here.

For more information on River City: Rival Showdown, please visit the Arc System Works website.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge Gets Physical for EU, ME, AUS & NZ

Merge Games, Dotemu and developer Tribute Games, under license from Paramount Consumer Products, are excited to announce ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge’ Anniversary Edition will be available in physical format for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch!

Featuring all the ‘TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge’ goodness along with an extra slice of piping hot DLC, ‘Dimension Shellshock’ introduces players to a new way to kick Foot Clan butt in Survival Mode, two brand new playable characters, Usagi and Karai, exclusive colour palettes and more.

‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge’ Anniversary Edition physical versions will be available for £29.99 / €34.99 / $54.95. Players can grab the game from all major retailers in European, Middle Eastern, Australian and New Zealand territories, including Signature Edition Games!

Resident Evil 4 Separate Ways DLC Announced

Today, Capcom revealed Separate Ways, a new story DLC for Resident Evil™ 4 that is emerging from the shadows on Sept. 21, 2023. Separate Ways explores another side of the reawakened tale, following Ada Wong on a clandestine mission that reunites the agent with Leon S. Kennedy during his search for the president’s missing daughter. Alongside the release of Separate Ways, a free update for The Mercenaries will go live the same day, introducing Ada Wong and her notorious employer Albert Wesker as playable characters for the popular bonus mode.

The new trailer also debuted thrilling footage of Resident Evil 4 VR Mode. This immersive new way to experience the main campaign of Resident Evil 4 is coming to PlayStation®VR2 as free DLC this winter. Resident Evil 4 VR Mode brings the action closer than ever before and dials up the intensity with intuitive PlayStation VR2 Sense™ controls that include dual wielding, realistic weapon handling, enhanced knife action, and more.

In Separate Ways, Ada Wong travels to a lonely and rural part of Europe to infiltrate a village controlled by the religious group known as Los Iluminados. Under orders from Albert Wesker, Ada is assigned to obtain the cult’s darkest secret: a mysterious material known as “the Amber.” Her operation intertwines with Leon S. Kennedy’s search for the president’s missing daughter, providing an alternate perspective on the main story that uncovers events that unfold behind the scenes.

Alongside the highly acclaimed gunplay, combat, and knife mechanics of Resident Evil 4, Separate Ways introduces an additional feature to the experience that takes the fast-paced action to exciting new heights. For this exhilarating mission, Ada is armed with a Grappling Gun that can be used to swing across chasms, make rapid ascents, and plunge into the depths below. She can also wield the device in combat to take on enemies in close quarters and launch into melee takedowns from a distance.

Separate Ways will be available for $9.99 USD as a downloadable add-on for Resident Evil 4 on Sept. 21 across PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Resident Evil 4 VR Mode is planned for release this winter as free DLC exclusively for PlayStation VR2.

Piranha Games Reveals MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries

Piranha Games revealed MechWarrior 5 : Clans today, a new stand-alone MechWarrior game coming to PC, Xbox and PlayStation consoles next year (www.mw5clans.com). MechWarrior 5: Clans, while retaining the MechWarrior 5 designation, represents a transformative step forward in the MechWarrior 5 franchise. MechWarrior 5: Clans linear campaign will be an evolution of gameplay and storytelling in the MechWarrior series, experienced from the perspective of Clan Smoke Jaguar in the pivotal conflict known as the Clan Invasion starting in the year 3050.

MechWarrior 5: Clans follows Piranha’s 2019 hit, MechWarrior 5: Mercenaries, which was a campaign-based, open-ended, procedural experience, selling more than 1.5 million units with a current 9/10 Very Positive ranking on Steam from more than 7,500 user reviews.

Pilots can get a glimpse of MechWarrior 5: Clans in a short teaser released today:

MechWarrior 5: Clans features a captivating and intricately crafted story that immerses players in the conflicts of the Clan Invasion. The campaign takes place across a variety of planets through stunning, meticulously designed biomes where immersive realism is baked into every detail. Hand crafted maps and missions deliver engaging combat, both complex and chaotic, demanding thoughtful, strategic play. Tactical options abound with an all new cast of customizable Clan Mechs boasting sleek and powerful Clan technologies. MechWarrior 5: Clans explores a pivotal time in the MechWarrior universe brought on by the Clan Invasion and incredible technological advances in Mech warfare, reflected within the Clan Invasion time period.

MechWarrior 5: Clans follows the elite five-mech squad, a “Star”, from the Smoke Jaguar Clan. The promising cast of rookie pilots complete their training on their home world of Huntress just ahead of the Clan Invasion, a critical turning point in the BattleTech lore. The game immerses players in both the personal and military conflicts of the Clan Invasion . As you progress through the campaign, you’ll experience a deeply engaging narrative that unfolds with well-developed characters and moral dilemmas that keep you on the edge of your seat.

Top Tier Simulation-style MechWarrior combat returns in MechWarrior 5: Clans. Clan Mechs and Clan Tech bring a whole new dynamic to MechWarrior 5: Clans. New progression and customization systems encourage pilots to alter Mech loadouts with expansive customization through an updated Mech lab, Hardpoint, and Omnipod system. Adaptability to the scenario at hand is key to a strategic victory.

MechWarrior 5: Clans sports a gripping set of gameplay features for new and veteran pilots:

  • The Clan Invasion is here: For the first time since MechWarrior 2 (released in 1995), pilots can immerse themselves in an action packed Clan Invasion story – one of the most epic time periods in the franchise that changed the course of the Inner Sphere’s factions and politics forever. MechWarrior 5: Clans is the absolute perfect entry point into the MechWarrior universe for newcomers, and the game which veteran pilots have been waiting more than 30 years to play.
  • This Isn’t Run-and-Gun, This is MechWarrior: Celebrated core MechWarrior combat returns in MechWarrior 5: Clans. Pilots must strategically plan and execute Star-based team assaults if they are going to bring honor to Clan Smoke Jaguar while advancing their position within the Inner Sphere.
  • Customizable Mechs: Victory starts in your Mech Lab with an expanded collection of technologically advanced Clan weapon systems, equipment and Upgrades. Clan Mech’s superior technology grants you the ability to swap out larger parts for greater customization and functionality ahead of assaults. Plan accordingly based on terrain, structure, and biome specificity for the best chance at victory.
  • All-Star Strategy: Your squadron (aka your Star) is depending on you. Protect the members of your Star in battle, deepening your bond as you engage the Inner Sphere’s determined defenders. Immerse yourself in the story as you lead your Star through the complex missions and thrilling combat.
  • Stunning Visual Design: Harnessing the power of Unreal Engine, MechWarrior 5: Clans abounds in environmental detail and destruction – from precisely designed confined cityscapes to bogs spanning incredible distances, battles will take shape on breathtaking landscapes and the complex infrastructure of the Inner Sphere.

MechWarrior 5: Clans launches in 2024. Learn more about the game at www.mw5clans.com and wish list at https://store.steampowered.com/app/2000890/MechWarrior_5_Clans/.

Cartel Tycoon San Rafaela Release Date Trailer

Cartel Tycoon, the survival business simulator from developer Moon Moose and publisher tinyBuild, expands its territory on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG with the “San Rafaela” DLC on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023.

Sunshine, sea breeze, and smuggling – San Rafaela has it all. Set up shop in a scenic new locale and expand an illicit empire in this summertime paradise with Cartel Tycoon’s largest DLC to date. San Rafaela’s 12 explorable regions afford enterprising kingpins ample opportunities to control the drug trade on a map bigger than the base game’s, packed with new gameplay systems, landmarks, and a story campaign filled with new characters and old favorites.

Stepping into new turf isn’t always simple and success comes at a cost. San Rafaela’s fertile lands are the backdrop of drama and intrigue. Play through an all-new story campaign steeped in the politics of power by helping the cartel’s Capo run for President of San Rafaela. Encounter an eclectic cast of characters across a story of betrayal, survival, and some good old-fashioned crime that will shape the fate of the cartel forever.

Move product using the new Ferry Routes to make long-distance logistics a breeze. San Rafaela’s vast river network and Ferry Piers create a discreet web for smuggling trips that keep goods flowing out of enemy outfits’ watchful eyes. Navigate drugs across San Rafaela’s diverse landscape, where sun-soaked coastlines give way to forests, deserts, and dormant volcanoes that dominate the horizon.

Keep the powers that be in check by dealing with local mayors and paying off police to turn down the heat. Soak in richly detailed cityscapes, make use of dedicated areas for all Special buildings, and dominate the drug trade to become San Rafaela’s newest power player.

“The ‘San Rafaela’ map is the biggest and most expansive piece of DLC for Cartel Tycoon yet, “ said Leonid Gorbachov, Creative Director. “With its intriguing campaign, winding river system for Ferry routes, and varied landscape, San Rafaela is everything a capo could ask for!”

Cartel Tycoon’s “San Rafaela” map will be available on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG on Friday, Sept. 22, 2023, for USD $14.99. Cartel Tycoon supports English, Russian, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Brazilian Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, and Turkish languages.

Construction Simulator SANY Pack Launch Trailer

With the brand-new SANY Pack for the popular Construction Simulator®, astragon Entertainment and weltenbauer. Software development are introducing 15 additional vehicles and construction machines from the globally active Chinese manufacturer SANY into the game today. The new DLC is now available for the PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One versions of the game on the digital stores!

The release trailer for Construction Simulator® – SANY Pack is available for viewing here:

Construction Simulator® – SANY Pack

  • Latest DLC expands the vehicle fleet by 15 new construction machines from the Chinese manufacturer SANY.
  • Now available as separate DLC in the digital stores at a price of 14.99 EUR / 14.99 USD.
  • Alternatively, also available as part of the Construction Simulator® – Year 1 Season Pass.

With the Construction Simulator® – SANY Pack, construction machinery fans can look forward to the most comprehensive vehicle package for the popular simulation game to date. The DLC expands the main game by 15 brand-new machines from the Chinese manufacturer SANY – from excavators to rollers, wheel loaders, mobile cranes, a tower crane and various road construction machines, up to a gigantic rotary drilling rig, everything to make the hearts of construction enthusiasts beat faster is included!

Overview of the vehicles and construction machines included:

  • SANY STR130C-8S – Vibratory Asphalt Compactor
  • SANY SSR120C-8 – Vibratory Single Drum Soil Compactor
  • SANY SY305C LC – Medium Hydraulic Excavator
  • SANY SY500H (Tier 4F) – Large Hydraulic Excavator
  • SANY SY155W – Wheeled Hydraulic Excavator
  • SANY SYL956H5 – Wheel Loader
  • SANY SMG200C-8 – Motor Grader
  • SANY SAP60C-8 – Asphalt Paver
  • SANY SRT45 – Articulated Dump Truck
  • SANY SAC1300T2 – Small Mobile Crane
  • SANY SAC4500 – Large Mobile Crane
  • SANY SCM2000C-8 – Cold Planer
  • SANY SR155 – Rotary Drilling Rig
  • SANY SY35U (Tier 4i) – Compact Excavator
  • SANY SFT100 – Tower Crane

The Construction Simulator®– SANY Pack is now available on the digital stores for 14.99 EUR / 14.99 USD (SRP) as a DLC for PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.
Alternatively, the DLC is also available as part of the Construction Simulator® – Year 1 Season Pass, which is available in the digital stores at a price of 32.99 EUR / 32.99 USD (SRP). In addition to the brand-new SANY Pack and the recently released Airfield Expansion, the Season Pass also includes an exclusive Year 1 Season Pass helmet and stickers, the JCB Pack with 6 construction machines from the popular British manufacturer, the Cosmetic Pack #1 with additional equipment for the players’ characters, as well as a new campaign map which is planned for the end of the year (where players can get to work on a huge construction site) and the upcoming Cosmetic Pack #2.

Jagged Alliance 3 Console Announcement Trailer

Console mercenaries, your mission starts on November 16th, 2023! The critically acclaimed turn-based tactics/strategy game, Jagged Alliance 3, is set to launch on PlayStation and Xbox this autumn, extending an enticing 20% discount to people who pre-order and are dedicated to liberating the nation of Grand Chien! And that’s not all – by pre-ordering, you’ll also gain early access: Jagged Alliance 3 starts 48 hours prior to the official release for all pre-orders.

Jagged Alliance 3 will be available on both PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, as well as on Xbox One and the Xbox Series S/X. The multiplayer functionality will be ‘cross-gen’, allowing PlayStation 4 players to team up with their PlayStation 5 buddies, and Xbox One users to join forces with those on Xbox Series S/X. The game hits the shelves on November 16th, with a suggested retail price of $59.99 / €59.99 / £49.99.

Pre-Order Now:
Xbox: https://www.microsoft.com/store/productid/9p1c5873zm3d
PlayStation: https://store.playstation.com/concept/10005890

Lead your mercenaries to victory from the comfort of your living room as Jagged Alliance 3 redefines strategic gaming on consoles!

The Troop Release Date Trailer

PLA Studios and Giant Flame are delighted to announce that their turn-based tactical game The Troop will be rolling out of early access on October 10, 2023. The historically-accurate World War II title has actively responded to a wealth of player feedback since it launched into Early Access in 2021, and will include a host of new features with its full launch on PC.

On the morning of the 6th June 1944 the Western Allies began the largest seaborne invasion in the history of warfare. D-Day would mark the start of a vicious campaign to wrestle North West Europe from German control. The following months would see the ancient fields, farms and villages serve as a battleground for new, lethal weapons that would become legendary.

Born from a lifelong passion for World War II history and turn-based games, The Troop follows the campaign of British and Canadian forces as they face the German Heer and SS in Normandy. Take command of infantry, motorised and armoured units in desperate tactical turn-based combat against an AI opponent that is challenging and unpredictable, but fair and fallible.

The Troop embraces the best traditions of classic tabletop war gaming combined with the interactivity and excitement the digital format affords. You have complete control over your units’ actions; tanks will not expose their weak side armour with unexpected pathing, hidden guns will not reveal their positions by firing prematurely, infantry will not flee inexplicably when victory is a few heroic paces away. You are free to take your time… but any mistakes are yours and yours alone!

Tom Page, Studio Director, PLA Studios, said:
“Development of The Troop has been a real labour of love for our small and passionate team, and we are excited to finally share the full game with strategy enthusiasts. Following our extensive early access period, we are delighted to reveal that the full release of The Troop will include a host of optional rule settings including overwatch and bocage shooting as well as the highly-requested Campaign mode featuring four campaigns.”

In fact, the fans have been so crucial to the development of The Troop that some of the powerful in-game ace units are named after the game’s most dedicated supporters.

Game Features

  • Story mode: Follow the narrative of the campaign from D-Day, playing as a range of different units (Commonwealth and German) in different situations as history plays out across Normandy.
  • Skirmish mode: Choose your scenario, choose your side, choose your force, set your enemy restrictions… Play. What will the enemy bring to the fight and what tactics will they use? You’ll have to wait and see, but it will not be the same as last time! Endless replayability.
  • Campaign mode: In addition to the previously-released campaign following the exploits of the 8th Armoured Brigade, three new campaigns will be added for the full release of the Troop: 21st Panzer Division, SS Panzer Division, 31st Tank Brigade.

Steam Celebrates 20th Anniversary

Steam launched twenty years ago today, on September 12, 2003. To celebrate, we’re going back to the original army green for the day and putting all Valve titles on sale!

We couldn’t help but throw in a bit more fun, and in an effort to make us all feel super old put together a fun walk down Steam and pop culture memory lane. You’ll find historical factoids from Steam and Valve along with important broader milestones like, memes and stuff.

We’re also highlighting the games that were the top releases on Steam from each year, and many of those games are joining the party with discounts of their own! And we’re hoping you enjoy the new art sprinkled throughout (and featured in a couple of free new stickers).

Steam would not exist without the developers and players around the world who are on it, and it is your feedback over the years that has and will continue to help us make it even better. We can’t say thank you enough, and look forward to working together with you all in the many years to come!