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Evil Dead: The Game Splatter Royale Game Mode Trailer

2023/02/03
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Will you­ be the last one alive in the cabin? Evil Dead: The Game’s new battle royale-style Splatter RoyaleTM mode is playable today in a free update for all platforms. Choose Deadite versions of any Survivors and Demons from the game – including DLC characters and outfits you’ve purchased – and use your wits and weapons to become the last person standing in fast-paced, cutthroat action. Battle with up to 40 players and experience even more carnage with two new bonus weapons: the long-range grenade launcher and the scythe, deadly for close-range Deadite combat. All players can also pick up Pablo’s “Kandarian Facelift” Outfit at no additional cost.

Separate from the release of the Splatter Royale mode, players can make their victory all the more spectacular with the new Immortal Power DLC Bundle, available today for $9.99 and featuring a variety of in-game bonuses, including:

  • New Survivor: Ruby Knowby
    • Ruby is voiced by the legendary Lucy Lawless, reprising her mysterious role from the STARZ series “Ash vs Evil Dead.”
    • As a Dark One, Ruby can regenerate health, increase her possession resistance, and boost the damage of her weapons. She can also consume souls to make her aura stronger and charge her unique ability, triggering a deadly blast that damages evil units within range and heals nearby Survivors.
  • Kelly “Scourge of Evil” Outfit
  • Pablo “Fish n’ Chips” Outfit
  • Ash vs Evil Dead “Party Animal” Outfit
  • Puppeteer Demon Class “King of the White Frost” Outfit

Inspired by the iconic horror, humor and action of the popular Evil Dead franchise, Evil Dead: The Game brings the series’ biggest names together in a pulse-pounding battle with the forces of darkness. Work as a team of four Survivors to kick Deadite butt and banish the vile Kandarian Demon – or become the Demon yourself, using its powers of possession to stop the good guys and swallow their souls! Choose your squad with fan-favorite characters from every era in the series, and battle with a wide variety of weapons to survive the night in multiplayer and bonus single-player missions.

Evil Dead: The Game is officially licensed to Boss Team Games from Renaissance Pictures, leading European production and distribution company STUDIOCANAL, leading entertainment company Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM), global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF) and premium subscription platform STARZ. The game is developed and published by Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games to bring the first multi-platform console and PC game to life based on The Evil Dead, Evil Dead II: Dead by Dawn, and Army of Darkness films, and the STARZ “Ash vs Evil Dead” television series.

Evil Dead: The Game is available now on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC via the Epic Games Store. For more information, visit EvilDeadtheGame.com, and follow the action on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Atomic Heart New Gameplay Overview Trailer

2023/02/03
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Atomic Heart, the action-RPG set in the mad utopia of an alternate post-WWII world, has revealed brand-new gameplay footage in a fresh, in-depth trailer! Developed by Mundfish and published by Focus Entertainment, the game is coming Feb. 21, 2023, to PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Pre-order it now and prepare for frenzied action in a wacky and visually stunning world!

Atomic action to get your heart pounding

Today’s gameplay overview trailer features juicy new footage, showcasing a cinematic shooter that shines not only for its combat but for its intrigue, setting, characters and deep mechanics.

Unforgiving combat and explosive encounters have you blasting rogue robots, giant machines and even mutants. Make sure to adapt your fighting style to each opponent, stay wary of your environment and upgrade your equipment to make your way through artificial madness. With three difficulty levels to choose from, you can decide just how atomic you want the experience to be—whether you’re a hardcore player looking for ever more challenging action, or an adventurer eager to explore eerie environments and an engrossing narrative in a Story Mode-type experience.

Four editions available for pre-order

Atomic Heart can be pre-ordered now, with four editions to choose from:

  • The Limited Edition Bundle, exclusive to the Focus Entertainment Store, which includes the base game, a Steelbook®, a metal poster and the official artbook designed by Mundfish
  • The Standard Edition, which includes the base game
  • The Gold Edition, which includes the base game and the Atomic Pass
  • The Premium Edition, which includes the base game, the Atomic Pass, an exclusive digital artbook and extra cosmetics

The Atomic Pass takes the Atomic Heart experience even further with four DLCs, opening access to new areas and labs, as well as new weapons, enemies, bosses and more! The “Labor & Science” DLC is included in physical editions and granted as a bonus for digital pre-orders of any edition.

Sign up as a Focus member to get the latest info and upcoming exclusive offers for Atomic Heart and the whole Focus catalog.

Amnesia: The Bunker Gets Spooky Announcement Trailer

2023/02/03
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Get ready to face your fears and turn them into belief and hope with the latest installment of the popular horror video game series. Amnesia is back to hunt players with yet another title brimming with hair-raising horror. Frictional Games has set a launch date for Amnesia: The Bunker for May 16, 2023; the game is releasing on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation.

Set during World War 1, players take on the role of Henri Clement, a French soldier who is left behind by his battalion and finds himself trapped inside an abandoned military bunker. But he’s not alone. A deadly creature stalks the corridors, hunting for its next meal.

As Henri, players must navigate the dark and twisted maze of the bunker, using all their skills and resources to outsmart and outrun the beast. But the creature is not the only obstacle Henri must face. The bunker is a labyrinth of twists and turns, filled with traps and other hazards that threaten to end the soldier’s life at every turn.

Throughout the game, players will experience the intense psychological horror of Henri’s situation and will learn about the character as he faces his fears and turns them into belief and hope. The game is a story of survival and the will to live, even in the direst of circumstances.

With its nail-biting gameplay, atmospheric design, and character-driven story, Amnesia: The Bunker is a must-play for fans of horror games. Mark your calendars for the release date of Amnesia: The Bunker on May 16, and prepare to experience an enormous and unnerving journey of survival.

Way of the Hunter: Aurora Shores Announcement Trailer

2023/02/03
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Experience Alaska’s breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife in the upcoming expansion for Way of the Hunter: Aurora Shores.

As a newly graduated Wildlife Trooper, your mission is to preserve the region’s natural resources. Immerse yourself in the untamed wilderness and encounter 14 different species, from Kodiak Bears to Roosevelt Elks and beyond. As a trooper, it’s up to you to manage the delicate ecosystem by controlling the population of certain species for the benefit of others. Discover the diverse beauty and open-world habitats of Aurora Shores, from verdant grasslands to soaring mountaintops and lush rainforests. Despite the harsh Alaskan winter, the region boasts breathtaking landscapes year-round. Explore the Nianuk Rise peaks and the sprawling Aivuk Rainforest, and be captivated by the idyllic charm of this unique wilderness.

Free DLC content available

With the Aurora Shores DLC comes a free content patch for the Way of the Hunter base game, which introduces a new weapon class: Crossbows! These are the perfect weapons to hunt silently without disturbing other animals in the vicinity.

Also completely free is the UTV DLC, which was released on January 19th, claim your free ride here:

Steam: https://thqn.net/woth-utv-steam
Xbox: https://thqn.net/woth-utv-xbox
PlayStation: https://thqn.net/woth-utv-psn

The Cycle: Frontier Third Season Dev Update Trailer

2023/02/03
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

The Cycle: Frontier’s third season is heading to Steam and the Epic Games Store on March 29, 2023, with fresh content and new features. Today YAGER is sharing the first look at the game’s upcoming PvE monster, the Howler. As the first flying enemy to land on Fortuna III, this massive winged beast will make the planet that much more dangerous and hostile as Prospectors battle for survival. Check out the Howler in action by watching the new developer update video below!

The flapping wings and chilling screams of the Howler can be heard from a safe distance, but Prospectors are never truly safe from this terror of the sky. If they aren’t careful, a Prospector can attract the Howler’s attention and be forced to face off with a massive airborne challenge. Only one Howler can be active on the map at a time, but even the most vigilant Prospectors can become its unwitting prey.

If you’re unfortunate enough to face the Howler, take precautions because, at 50% health, this monster is known to use its special Howl Attack, which will affect everyone in line of sight before turning into an even more reckless and aggressive foe. If a team can defeat the winged creature, they will be rewarded with valuable items like Howler Darts, Howler Honey, and, if they are super lucky, Howler Syrinx.

Season 2 of The Cycle: Frontier is currently underway with “The Depths of Tharis Island,” including new campaign missions, gear perks, the New Fortuna Pass, and a variety of general game, balance and anti-cheat improvements.

Season 3 will arrive on March 29 featuring new changes including improvements to the matchmaking system, new campaign quests to investigate the Howler, and free loadout runs. Free loadout runs let Prospectors drop down to the surface with free basic gear provided by the faction of their choice, then let them keep everything as long as they safely evacuate.

Season 3 has much more that will be announced soon. Stay tuned!

Life is Strange 2 Out Now on Nintendo Switch

2023/02/02
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Nintendo Switch, Trailers / Videos

SQUARE ENIX® has today launched the award-winning Life is Strange™ 2 on the Nintendo Switch eShop. Play the critically acclaimed Life is Strange 2 on-the-go for the very first time on Nintendo Switch. Life is Strange 2 is a narrative-adventure in which your decisions influence both the game’s story and characters. Experience life on the road and the new, interesting, and sometimes dangerous people and situations you encounter when you step off the beaten path.

Michel Koch, Co-creator of Life is Strange 2 states: “I’m thrilled to be able to experience the incredible journey of Sean and Daniel on the Switch! It’s amazing to explore the game on the go, and I’m sure that new players will love the characters and the world they will uncover.”

Join the Diaz brothers for the journey of a lifetime on Nintendo Switch– the choices you make along this trip will define them forever.

Life is Strange 2 is available to buy now from the Nintendo eShop.

Dungeons & Dragons Keys from the Golden Vault Adventure Book Announced

2023/02/02
Jerry Paxton
Book News, Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos

D&D players are not strangers to impossible missions. A perilous heist requires careful strategizing followed by daredevil antics when something unexpected happens and the players’ plan goes sideways. Dungeons & Dragons invites players to experience the thrill, drama, strategy, and intrigue of the heist genre in Keys from the Golden Vault, the latest Dungeons & Dragons book of adventures. Keys from the Golden Vault will be released in North America on February 21, 2023 and on March 24, 2023 in the UK/EMEA.

“A secret organization called the Golden Vault sends mission briefings to its operatives—the adventurers!—in the form of magical, golden keys that are inserted into what looks like a mundane music box. Instead of a pretty tune, though, the music box then provides a recording with all the information needed for the adventurers to hunt a particular item of interest,” said Amanda Hamon, senior game designer on the D&D Team and co-lead designer of Keys from the Golden Vault. “It’s up to the adventurers to do the reconnaissance necessary to circumvent any defenses and pull off a legendary heist. Teamwork is paramount, because as so often happens in these capers, something will go wrong, and creative thinking could save the day!”

The Golden Vault is rumored to be associated with metallic dragons and based on one of the good-aligned Outer Planes. Its operatives help the downtrodden and innocent when the law can’t. The organization’s motto is: “Do good, no matter the cost.”

D&D players can live out their fantasies of running a caper like one they might have seen on the silver screen in movies such as Mission: Impossible; Ocean’s 11; or even The Great Muppet Caper. The thirteen adventures in Keys from the Golden Vault range from levels 1 to 11. They can be played as one-offs dropped into ongoing campaigns, or run as a campaign of heists perpetrated by the same crew.

“Each adventure includes two full-page maps: one that players can use to plan their heist, and another the Dungeon Master uses to run the adventure,” said Chris Perkins, Story Architect of the D&D Team and co-lead of Keys from the Golden Vault. “The players’ map, however, is often unreliable or incomplete.”

Keys from the Golden Vault has an alternate cover by Simen Meyer, available only through game stores, and an evergreen cover by Anna Podedworna, available in North America on February 21, 2023. Fans who pre-order the digital/physical bundle at dndstore.wizards.com will be able to access the digital release on February 7, 2023.

Psychological Horror Game Paranoid Demo Out Now

2023/02/02
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

We invite you to check out the trailer of our new psychological horror – Paranoid. The demo will be available to anyone interested on 6th February, during the Steam Next Fest event. The full version of the game will be released during Halloween 2023!

About Paranoid
The game tells the story of Patrick Calman, a 31-year-old man who lost his entire family in mysterious circumstances – his parents died brutally, and his sister suddenly disappeared for unknown reasons. The trauma of losing loved ones shattered Patrick’s psyche and turned his own apartment into a prison. The only member of Patrick’s family left alive is his sister, who disappeared more than 10 years ago. One day, he receives a phone call, and the voice in the receiver seems to belong to his lost sibling. She announces her arrival – several years after her disappearance. The whole event forces Patrick to break his previous life of isolation, exposing himself to nightmarish experiences bordering on madness.

Dixit Disney Edition Announced

2023/02/02
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos

Today, innovative board game publisher Libellud announced its first collaboration with Disney, the world’s premier entertainment company, with the introduction of Dixit Disney. This new, standalone game in the Dixit universe, is based on the beloved themes and characters found in Disney and Pixar films.

Dixit Disney is a simple and lighthearted game of storytelling, interpretation, and guesswork. Players will be challenged and delighted as they reveal a series of cards featuring gorgeous Disney-themed images. Their connection: an enigmatic statement centered on one of the revealed cards. Find the correct image and score points. With 84 new cards based on iconic Disney & Pixar films, from Steamboat Willie to Turning Red, Dixit Disney will captivate players.

The game’s enchanting artwork, by Illustrator Natalie Dombois, took two years from conception to completion. Creating the 84 cards (each based on one of 84 Disney and Pixar films) relied on a meticulous process, comprised of multiple stages, and involving contributions from the entire Libellud team – over 500 written proposals! The finished images pay tribute to Disney’ iconic themes, while staying true to the layered concepts in the Dixit universe.  

Dixit Disney Edition

“We’re really excited about this collaboration,” says Libellud Head of Studio, Mathieu Aubert. “Dixit Disney brings together two beloved brands, who share values of creativity, inspiration and a commitment to quality. This partnership and the opportunity to create artwork from the Disney universe are a dream come true and we cannot wait to bring the game to fans across the globe.” 

An engaging way to spend time connecting with family and friends, Dixit Disney will launch first in the U.S. at Barnes and Noble as part of their “First to Market” program in fall 2023 for an MSRP of $39.99 USD.

Dixit Disney – Key Features and Components 

  • Magical game of imagery and storytelling, based on the world of Disney 
  • 84 new and beautifully illustrated cards by Natalie Dombois 
  • Compatible with past and future Dixit Universe games and expansions 
  • 6 Wooden, Disney-shaped meeples  
  • 6 Voting dials 
  • Game board 
  • Plastic tray 
  • Rulebook 
  • Played using the same rules as the base game and includes new material from the Dixit 3-to-8-player refresh
  • Supports 3 – 6 players 
  • Designed for ages 8+ 
  • Duration of ~30 minutes 

Razer Unveils Viper Mini Signature Edition High-End Gaming Mouse

2023/02/02
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Peripherals News, Trailers / Videos

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced the Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition, the epitome of gaming mouse technology. Built as a result of years of meticulous craftsmanship and engineering, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is an ultra-high-end, hyper-lightweight wireless performance gaming mouse that is turbocharged with Razer’s best-in-class technologies.

Engineered for the gamers that dare to want it all, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is the pinnacle of gaming mouse performance. Weighing an astonishing 49 grams, gamers can experience true perfection with a master-grade gaming peripheral packed with our best-in-class technologies, all in one perfect form.

Hyper-Lightweight at just 49 g

“We set out to create the best lightweight performance gaming mouse,” said Barrie Ooi, Head of Razer’s PC Gaming Division. “We went beyond our usual design process to look at material selection and alternate industrial designs to create an ultra-durable magnesium alloy exoskeleton chassis in the fan-favorite Viper Mini shape. As a result, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is just 49 grams light with no compromises, making it our lightest mouse ever.”

The use of magnesium alloy and injection-molding techniques enabled significant weight reduction in the mouse without compromising on durability, while still allowing for a comfortable grip in the popular Viper Mini design. These choices enabled the Viper Mini Signature Edition to remain hyper-lightweight at just 49 grams while still delivering world-class performance.

Magnesium Alloy Exoskeleton

Crafted from high-grade magnesium alloy, the Viper Mini Signature Edition features an exceptional weight-to-strength ratio, owing to a new intricate, ultra-durable design created using an injection molding technique.

“The Viper Mini Signature Edition represents the most ambitious design and engineering project we’ve ever undertaken,” said Charlie Bolton, Head of Industrial Design at Razer. “We wanted to push beyond the traditional honeycomb design and this required a material with an outstanding strength-to-weight ratio. After evaluating plastics, carbon fiber, and even titanium, we ultimately chose magnesium alloy for its exceptional properties.”

Each unit of the Viper Mini Signature Edition is created with an injection-molded exoskeleton that is then CNC machined, and polished. The exoskeleton shell then undergoes passivation to reduce any susceptibility to corrosion, after which it is painted and assembled. At each step, each unit is meticulously inspected to uphold only the highest quality.

Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition Case

Industry-Leading Performance

Armed with the latest innovations, the Viper Mini Signature Edition is a high-end mouse that holds nothing back.

Boasting the Razer™ Focus Pro 30K Optical Sensor, Razer™ Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3, and HyperPolling Wireless with true 4000 Hz wireless polling rates, the Viper Mini Signature Edition features the fastest wireless gaming technology from Razer for higher speeds and stable performance. In addition, the Viper Mini Signature Edition can fully charge in under 90 minutes thanks to a 2C charging rate, which is four times the peak charging capacity of most other wireless mice.

The Viper Mini Signature Edition comes with a pre-paired Razer HyperPolling Wireless Dongle, a set of Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3 Mouse Feet, micro-fiber cleaning cloth, 2 Razer Mouse Grip Tape sets, and 2 alcohol prep pads. As an added benefit, the Viper Mini Signature Edition also includes a 3 year extended warranty.

Graphical user interface, website

The Viper Mini Signature Edition is the ultimate choice for gamers who demand a hyper-lightweight high-performance gaming mouse that does not compromise on performance or features, making it Razer’s best gaming mouse ever.

ABOUT THE RAZER VIPER MINI SIGNATURE EDITION

  • Razer HyperSpeed Wireless and Wired modes
  • Razer™ Focus Pro 30K Optical Sensor
  • Up to 750 inches per second (IPS) / 70 G acceleration
  • 99.8% resolution accuracy
  • Razer™ Optical Mouse Switches Gen-3 rated for 90M clicks
  • Battery Life: Up to 60 hours with HyperSpeed wireless
  • True wireless 4000 Hz polling rate with Razer HyperPolling Wireless Dongle
  • 1.8 m / 6 ft Speedflex Type C cable for charging and wired use
  • Approximate size: 119 mm / 4.68 in (Length) x 62 mm / 2.44 in (Width) x 39 mm / 1.53 in (Height)
  • Approximate weight: 49g / 1.72oz (Excluding cable)

For more information on the Razer Viper Mini Signature Edition, please visit here.

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PRICE & AVAILABILITY

$279.99 USD / 319.99€ MSRP

Exclusively available on Razer.com – First drop at 8PM PST February 11, 2023