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SpellForce: Conquest of Eo Release Date Trailer

2023/01/23

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Are you ready to embark on a journey to become the most powerful mage of all time? SpellForce: Conquest of Eo, launching on PC on February 3rd, 2023, offers a deep 4X experience with an abundance of content and high replayability. With over 80 handcrafted battle maps across 15 unique environments, players can assemble their armies from a variety of over 100 units, including dwarven axe wielders, stone golems, orcish shamans, and majestic griffons. Perfect your armies by hiring one of more than 15 heroes and apprentices to lead them. Embark on a plentitude of adventures and master over 700 handwritten quests. As a master of magic, research over 100 different spells in your grimoire and use them strategically in tactical battles that demand consideration of flanking, range, visibility, high ground, and special battle enchantments. Explore the vast world of Eo, a magical realm full of treasures and resources, inhabited by various races such as men, elves, orcs, dwarves, goblins, and monsters. Are you ready to experience the ultimate adventure?

SpellForce: Conquest of Eo offers a unique and engaging gameplay experience by combining elements of 4X strategy games, RPGs, and turn-based tactical combat. The mobile base of operations – your mage’s tower – and depleting resources keep players constantly moving, preventing the stagnation that can occur in the late-game of other 4X games. Instead, the game focuses on the thrill of discovery and danger of early gameplay, while also allowing for research and experimentation to improve units as they level up and acquire new equipment and abilities. With a wealth of procedurally generated adventures and RPG elements, SpellForce: Conquest of Eo transforms the classic RTS-RPG mix into a turn-based 4X RPG experience that is sure to keep players engaged.

Launch Discount
SpellForce: Conquest of Eo is a new turn-based chapter in the SpellForce series, and will be available for PC on February 3rd, 2023 at an SRP of $ 29.99 / € 29.99 / £ 24.99. If you are swift as the wind, you can save 20% for the first week after SpellForce: Conquest of Eo’s release.
Get the game here:
Steam: https://thqn.net/SFCoE-steam
GOG.com: https://thqn.net/SFCoE-gog
Epic Game Store: https://thqn.net/SFCoE-egs

Per Aspera VR Announcement Trailer

2023/01/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Raw Fury and Tlön Industries are excited to share Per Aspera VR is coming to Meta Quest 2 on February 9th, 2023.

Announced during the Upload VR Winter Showcase 2022, the award-winning planetary simulator will be available as a digital download for $24.99. Bringing a distinct, uniquely designed base-building experience to a whole new audience, players are tasked with crafting a terraforming plan and cultivating a thriving interplanetary civilization with the intention of setting a new strategy game standard in VR.

Before then, Steam and GOG owners of Per Aspera will benefit from a free content update titled ‘Home’ which is available on January 23. Players will be able to take on an all-new quest that tasks you with building out your population and floral coverage across the red planet. New and continuing technologies have also been implemented, as well as special projects, buildings and four new achievements. The new content has been implemented in time for the Steam Base Builder Fest on January 23rd.

Free UTV Update Available for Way of the Hunter

2023/01/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Hunting in open-world games with a day & night lifecycle is about careful planning and time management, as in real life. With environments of 55 square miles and hard-to-reach terrain, it can be challenging to get to the desired destination in the Way of the Hunter on time while traveling by car or on foot. UTV is here to help. This free content removes the constraints of hard-to-access terrain. It brings new options while planning the hunt for animals in specific terrain and at a particular time.

What is a UTV? It stands for Utility Terrain Vehicle. It’s a workhorse, making life easier for farmers and hunters alike. UTV is an agile vehicle with two or more seats that can get you in and out of places otherwise hard to access by any other vehicle. One of the other reasons UTVs are so great is the combination of comfort, capability, and an open-air cabin. Hunters in the real world are using UTVs for various purposes, including animal food distribution, getting to hunt stands on time in harsh terrain, or hauling trophies back to their cabins or lodges.

In Way of the Hunter, UTV serves two primary purposes. You can enjoy dynamic rides throughout the vast environments when you saddle the UTV without additional gameplay requirements. You can reach places behind the wheel; otherwise hard to access with a jeep. You can quickly get to hunting stands on time to watch or hunt your desired animal. You can enjoy beautiful vistas on top of the mountain and still get back to the lodge in a timely manner.

Riding UTV in the Way of the Hunter is fun and useful at the same time. This new vehicle can change how you plan your hunting adventures or explore the environment.

Players can check the UTV experience without constraints as it is available now as free DLC content for the Way of the Hunter on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.

Lara Croft’s Mansion Coming to Powerwash Simulator

2023/01/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Square Enix Collective®, FuturLab, and Crystal Dynamics® announced today that a free TOMB RAIDER® Special Pack is coming to all POWERWASH SIMULATOR players on January 31. The super-soothing simulator is also set to launch on PlayStation®4 (PS4™), PlayStation®5 (PS5™) consoles and Nintendo Switch® on the same day.

“Creating the TOMB RAIDER Special Pack has been an honour and a fantastic experience” said Dan Chequer, Lead Designer at FuturLab. “We can’t wait for players to get up close and personal with Croft Manor and explore its many secrets!”

“What Tomb Raider fan hasn’t explored Croft Manor and thought ‘Winston could really use some help with these grounds! I would love to power wash this place!’?” asked Dallas Dickinson, Franchise General Manager for TOMB RAIDER at Crystal Dynamics. “Now, with the help of Square Enix Collective and FuturLab that’s not only possible, but immensely satisfying as well.”

“We know the community wants more to clean, and I’m delighted we’re able to kick off our post-release plans in style with this TOMB RAIDER collaboration,” added Phil Elliott, studio head at Square Enix Collective®. “We’ve had so much great support from players, press and content creators, and we wanted to do something special to say thank you!”

POWERWASH SIMULATOR is currently available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC via Steam® and Windows 10, and is available with Xbox Game Pass and PC Game Pass. POWERWASH SIMULATOR will launch on PlayStation®4 (PS4™), PlayStation®5 (PS5™) consoles and Nintendo Switch® on January 31.

For more information, visit: www.powerwashsimulator.com

Super Nintendo World’s Power-Up Band Information Released

2023/01/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ opens at Universal Studios Hollywood on Friday, February 17, so let’s take a closer look at the land’s exciting Power-Up Band™, a fun interactive component designed to help guests level up their experience during their visits within the land.

With the grand opening date quickly approaching, here’s a topline overview of the Power-Up Band and its functionality.

These wearable wristbands sync with Universal Studios Hollywood’s official free downloadable app and function as a complement to the land’s many interactive elements. The Power-Up Band is available for purchase in six design options with character themes, including Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Yoshi, Toad and Princess Daisy; choosing a particular character also defines which Team guests will be a part of.

With the use of a Power-Up Band, guests can elevate the overall experience by competing against other teams to achieve the highest score throughout the day by collecting the most digital coins. To see who’s in the lead, guests can check their personal and team scores by linking the Power-Up Band to the app or by referring to the Checkpoint Screens located within the land.

When riding “Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge,” guests are encouraged to tap their Power-Up Band on the ride vehicle’s steering wheel. By doing so, they can track digital coins collected as well as gauge their ranking against friends and family, when synced to the official Universal Studios Hollywood app. The Power-Up Band will enable guests to enjoy “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge” over and over again in an attempt to beat their best scores.

The Power-Up Band also unlocks additional gameplay activities and experiences, such as collecting digital coins and stamps when completing milestones within the land. Checkpoints positioned within SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will enable guests to track their status against others. Guests can also amass keys after winning Key Challenges from Goomba Crazy Crank, Koopa Troopa POWer Punch, Piranha Plant Nap Mishap and Thwomp Panel Panic – collecting at least three of them will ultimately allow access to the final boss battle with Bowser Jr.

While meet and greet interactions with Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach are accessible to guests visiting the land, the Power-Up Band may provide an enhanced experience with the characters. The Power-Up Band, however, isn’t a required purchase to enable guests to enjoy SUPER NINTENDO WORLD.

The Power-Up Band will be available for purchase within SUPER NINTENDO WORLD and guests are welcome to download the official Universal Studios Hollywood app prior to visiting so the fun can start from the moment they warp into the land via the giant green pipe. The Power-Up Band will be available for purchase, beginning February 17, at SUPER NINTENDO WORLD retail shops located in the theme park and on CityWalk.

The February 17 grand opening of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD marks its official arrival to the United States. The all-new, innovative, immersive and highly-themed land debuts as a visual spectacle of vibrant colors and architectural ingenuity located within a newly expanded area of Universal Studios Hollywood.

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will feature the groundbreaking “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge” ride, as well as many thrilling and interactive activities designed to engage the entire family within the captivating Mushroom Kingdom. Along with themed dining at the Toadstool Cafe™ and shopping at the 1-UP Factory™ retail store, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD will be an inspiring addition to the world-famous Universal Studios Hollywood theme park.

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD is conceived in partnership with Nintendo® and the visionaries at Universal Creative to deliver exhilarating entertainment with innovative technological achievements inspired by characters and video games that have appealed to Nintendo fans for generations.

For more information, guests can visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com; like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.

Company of Heroes 3 British Forces Trailer

2023/01/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Hello there! We’re here to share with you a brand-new trailer for Company of Heroes 3 (releasing February 23rd on PC and later this year on consoles), featuring the British and their well-rounded repertoire. The Brits return fully revamped for single-player and multiplayer. Available as one of four factions at launch, the British are defensive powerhouses with plenty of depth for series newcomers and veterans alike.

Where the British command the most strength is their versatility in almost any combat scenario. With resilience (and a bit of stubbornness), their Pack Howitzer cannons, 4.2 Heavy Mortar cannons, and 6-Pounder Anti-Tank Gun can hold off the Germans in droves. An assortment of vehicles, like the Dingo Scout Car and the Humber armored car, can slice through enemy lines in the opening stages of combat.

A well-rounded fighting force isn’t complete without a number of Battlegroups: specialized units that each faction can call upon for specific tactics. The British can utilize the Nepali and Indian soldiers of the Gurkha, brandishing Thompson submachine or Bren light machine guns, making them deadly at close and long range. Indian artillery rounds things out with explosive indirect firepower. These Battlegroups synergize with the core faction units, delivering the most strategically diverse Company of Heroes launch to date.

Company of Heroes 3 releases on February 23rd on PC and later in 2023 for consoles, and is now available for Pre-Order! Get the Launch Edition and receive the Devil’s Brigade DLC pack featuring Legendary skins for Infantry, Vehicles, and other Legendary tier cosmetics.

Jagged Alliance 3 Legacy Trailer

2023/01/23

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

When developing a successor to a legendary franchise like Jagged Alliance, the most mentioned wish from fans is: “Don’t f*** it up!” It’s a tightrope walk to make sure the game feels familiar to those who loved both, Jagged Alliance 1 & Jagged Alliance 2 but also brings new improvements to the table.

To make sure to get that vision right, who’s better to ask for guidance than one of the original creators of the franchise? That’s why developer Haemimont Games has been working with Ian Currie, designer of and responsible for the original concept of Jagged Alliance. Ian’s been involved in the Jagged Alliance 3 project since day one.

Jagged Alliance games are known for their unique blend of strategic campaign management, a huge world to explore, diverse side-quests, in-depth tactical combat, and beloved characters. The upcoming Jagged Alliance 3 stays true to these elements and in the new Legacy Trailer, Ian Currie and the Haemimont Games team give us a taste of what makes it special.
If you want to learn more, check out the latest developer diary: https://thqn.net/ja3-dd02

Jagged Alliance 3 is currently in development for PC and set to release in 2023. Add the game to your wishlist now!
Wishlist on Steam: https://thqn.net/ja3-steam

If you want to learn more about the game, make sure to follow on social media or discuss with other fans in the forums or on Discord:
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Forums: https://community.jaggedalliance.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/jaggedalliance

Tortuga – A Pirate’s Tale Official Launch Trailer

2023/01/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Tortuga – A Pirate’s Tale, the pirate strategy game published by Kalypso Media and developed in-house by Gaming Minds Studios, has launched today. Rally your crew and prepare to set sail because the brand-new title is now available digitally on PC exclusively at the Epic Games Store, and on PlayStation 4|5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles. Are ye brave enough? It’s time to see if ye truly have what it takes to become the greatest pirate in the Caribbean!

It’s a wide world out there and in Tortuga – A Pirate’s Tale there is much to be explored. Set your sights on gold and glory as you weigh anchor and set sail on the beautiful Caribbean Sea. Choose from 18 unique ship types and customize distinct features to ensure your formidable fleet is feared from afar. The seas may be vast, but you are never truly alone, and it won’t be long before you encounter enemies on your path to eternal glory. Sink ships and build your stash of stolen booty as you take on trading convoys in tactical turn-based naval battles and parley with infamous pirate legends. With the sea on your side and enough gold, you should surely be able to keep your crew happy. But be warned! Even an invincible fleet might not be enough to withstand the whispers of mutiny from the decks below.

Destiny awaits me hearties! Climb aboard the ship and set sail in Tortuga – A Pirate’s Tale, out now on PC exclusively at the Epic Games Store and on PlayStation 4|5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles. For the first week, prospective pirates can plunder the Caribbean with a 10% launch discount on the Epic, Microsoft and Sony (for PlayStation®Plus subscribers) stores.

Wanted: Dead Finishing Moves Look Amazing in this New Trailer

2023/01/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

110 Industries charges in with another installment to their Wanted: Dead Explained series, following last week’s ‘Combat Explained’ video. In this new trailer, discover all there is to know about Wanted: Dead’s stylish finisher mechanics as well as their importance for gameplay. Wanted: Dead is available to preorder now and is coming to PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S & PC on February 14th, Valentine’s Day 2023.

Developed by Japanese studio Soleil, Wanted: Dead is not for the faint of heart, featuring over 50 savage and unique finisher moves that took over 100 hours of motion capture and a dedicated group of stuntmen to assemble.

Takedowns in Wanted: Dead are explosive in variety and feature situational kills, environmental hazards and unique takedowns specific to enemy types. These kills provide bloodthirsty visuals to the onslaught while also serving a vital tactical purpose through replenishing lost health. It’s not as easy as it may appear though, players will come to learn that executing takedowns and finisher moves are essential for progression and will make certain encounters beatable.

Unlocked very early on in the game is Hannah’s ultimate attack. This slick attack will help to stack up staggered enemies, dealing devastating chain finishers that can effectively take down an entire room of enemies. Finishing strikes work by each enemy having an invisible stamina bar (melee enemies typically have more stamina than ranged fighters). As the player damages enemies, this stamina bar depletes slowly and once their stamina falls to zero the enemy enters a staggered animation and can be executed by the player. Another way to attain a finisher is by using last-moment parries with a sword or side arm which automatically drains the enemy’s stamina, providing the perfect opening for a kill.

Wanted: Dead uses a smart system of triggering finishing animations. First, the algorithm looks for the possibility of an environmental kill or a situational kill like using an enemy’s own weapon against them. Then the algorithm ensures that the player has a strong visual variety by constantly moving and rotating around enemies to achieve epic takedowns. These finisher moves are not only visceral and breathtaking, but they also serve a combat purpose making for some truly action-packed gameplay.

“We had a lot of fun creating these unique finisher combos in Wanted: Dead and can’t wait for players to create some chaos on Valentine’s Day,” said Sergei Kolobashkin, founder and Creative Director at 110 Industries. “Stay in the action and keep an eye out for more Wanted: Dead Explained videos coming soon!”

War Mongrels Renegade Edition Announced for PlayStation 5

2023/01/20

Jerry Paxton

Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos

Leading publisher Meridiem Games is excited to announce they will be releasing a special boxed Renegade Edition of War Mongrels for PlayStation 5. Developed and digitally distributed by Destructive Creations, War Mongrels is a gripping isometric real-time tactics game depicting the little-known side of World War II through the eyes of a group of disillusioned refugees struggling to survive on the Eastern Front.

Meridiem Games will be responsible for the design, manufacture and European distribution of the special boxed edition of War Mongrels and has created a striking Renegade Edition containing a digital soundtrack from the game, an art book featuring detailed bio’s of the characters in a specially designed case with exclusive artwork.

After defecting to the Third Reich, a group of disillusioned fugitives struggle to survive the brutal trials of the Eastern Front of World War II. As they sneak across the war-torn territory, they will have to confront an evil that challenges not only their values and ideals but all of humanity.

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Discover a little-known side of World War II through the harrowing campaign of War Mongrels. Accompanying the visceral action are animated scenes that expand on the story, inspired by real accounts from survivors and war historians. Seeking authenticity in the details of uniforms, regional terrain, newspaper articles and everything in between.

Developer Destructive Creations aims to shed light on aspects of World War II that rarely appear in history books. All content in War Mongrels was subjected to careful and thorough scrutiny, with references to a wide range of historical sources, verified by history consultants Michał Flont, Jack Cuccurullo, and endorsed by independent historians from around the world.