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Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock 13 Episode Series Announced for Apple TV+

2021/11/16
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

Apple TV+ today unearthed the teaser trailer for the highly anticipated reboot of the beloved classic series “Fraggle Rock,” titled “Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock.” Debuting on Apple TV+ on Friday January 21, 2022, the new 13-episode Apple Original series from The Jim Henson Company in association with New Regency follows last year’s celebrated Apple original shorts “Fraggle Rock: Rock On!”

Jim Henson’s fun-loving, musical Fraggles are back! Join Gobo, Red, Wembley, Mokey, Boober, and new Fraggle friends on hilarious, epic adventures about the magic that happens when we celebrate and care for our interconnected world.

“Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock” is executive produced by The Jim Henson Company’s Lisa Henson and Halle Stanford, and longtime Henson collaborator John Tartaglia. Matt Fusfeld and Alex Cuthbertson, who serve as showrunners, also executive produce as well as New Regency’s Yariv Milchan and Michael Schaefer. Co-executive producers are Dave Goelz and Karen Prell, and executive music producer is Harvey Mason Jr. The series is produced by Ritamarie Peruggi.

In addition to “Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock,” Apple’s growing partnership with The Jim Henson Company includes “Harriet The Spy,” the first animated adaptation of the iconic children’s novel premiering this Friday, November 19; the popular “Fraggle Rock: Rock On!” shorts; the 88 episodes of the original “Fraggle Rock” series and, recently added bonus specials, “Down at Fraggle Rock,” “Doozer Music” and “Fraggle Songs,” all of which are now available to stream on Apple TV+.

The expanding and award-winning lineup of original films and series for kids and families on Apple TV+ also includes the recently premiered “Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show” from Jack McBrayer and Angela C. Santomero; “Wolfboy and the Everything Factory” from Joseph Gordon-Levitt, HITRECORD and Bento Box Entertainment; the recently released “Get Rolling With Otis” and “Puppy Place”; Daytime Emmy Award-winning “Ghostwriter” and “Helpsters” from Sesame Workshop; Academy Award-nominated animated film “Wolfwalkers”; Peabody Award-winning series “Stillwater”; new series and specials from Peanuts and WildBrain including “Snoopy in Space” season two and “Snoopy Presents: For Auld Lang Syne”; “Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth,” the Daytime Emmy Award-winning television event based on the New York Times best-selling book and TIME Best Book of the Year by Oliver Jeffers.

Apple TV+ is available to watch across all your favorite screens. After its launch on November 1, 2019, Apple TV+ became the first all-original streaming service to launch around the world, and has premiered more original hits and received more award recognitions faster than any other streaming service in its debut. To date, Apple Original films, documentaries and series have been honored with 155 wins and 561 awards nominations.

Combat Mission Cold War Launch Trailer Released

2021/11/16
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

For the first time, Combat Mission Cold War is available on Steam and Matrix Games. This is the first Combat Mission release to feature the Slitherine PBEM multiplayer system.

Combat Mission Cold War is set in the tipping-point years of a conflict that gripped the world for 45 years. Between 1979-1982, both the NATO and Soviet Warsaw Pact militaries began the shift away from industrialized warfare of the early 20th century and towards the modern digital battlefield of today. Combat Mission Cold War simulates several “what if” conflict scenarios between US and Soviet forces centered on the strategic Fulda Gap and environs in West Germany. The game also simulates the early days of the US National Training Center (NTC) as US forces began to rapidly transform away from Vietnam era doctrine and towards the revolutionary AirLand Battle concepts that would define warfare in the modern era.

Combat Mission Cold War is intended to be a sandbox for experimentation, for example how would a situation unfold when equipped with M-60A3s or M1s in 1982 facing off against T-80s? How about the same situation with M-60A1s or M-60A2s in 1979 against T-64s or T-62s? The game allows a player to do just that!

Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector Launching on December 2

2021/11/16
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

Slitherine (Warhammer 40,000: Gladius – Relics of War, Warhammer 40,000: Sanctus Reach and Warhammer 40,000: Armageddon) and Black Lab Games (Battlestar Galactica Deadlock and Starhammer) are pleased to announce that the critically acclaimed turn-based strategy title set in Games Workshop’s world-renowned grimdark universe: Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector will launch on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and Games for Windows on December 2.

That’s not all: the game will be available Day One for Xbox Game Pass for Console and PC

Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector is the definitive battle-scale turn-based strategy title that takes players to the battlefields of the 41st Millennium in an epic single-player campaign that explores the aftermath of the Devastation of Baal. Sergeant Carleon and his allies must purge the Tyranid infestation on Baal Secundus, and preserve the honour of the noble Blood Angels. The gripping campaign also introduces the mighty Primaris Marines for the first time.

The console version features full achievement and trophy support, in addition to an updated UI and brand new control scheme specifically designed for consoles, giving players full tactical control when commanding the Blood Angel Space Marines in bone-rattling and soul-crushing skirmishes against the Tyranids.

Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector will be expanded over the coming months via DLC which will introduce new factions, maps and modes. The first two packs will launch on December 2 for both Console and PC, adding new elite units to the game.

The Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector – Blood Angels Elite DLC gives players access to Assault Terminators and Sanguinary Guard. Assault Terminators feature a game-changing Deep Strike ability, while The Sanguinary Guard can quickly traverse the battlefield using their Jump Pack and can be equipped with a variety of ranged and melee weapon options.

The Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector – Tyranid Elites DLC adds the Broodlord and Hive Guard. The Broodlord are superior melee warriors with a natural ability for disrupting the minds of nearby prey, whereas the Hive Guard offers deadly ranged attacks, wrapped in a heavy armour of lumbering carapace.

For an exclusive first look at a new, upcoming faction that will be added to the game in 2022, please tune in to the Slitherine Home of the Wargamers Live + event taking place on the 14 December.

Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector was positively received by critics and gamers alike, and currently holds a Very Positive rating on Steam with over 1,400 reviews.

Warhammer 40,000: Battlesector will be available for Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and Games for Windows on December 2. It is available to purchase now for PC.

Handball Manager 2022 DLC Now Available

2021/11/16
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Independent development studio netmin games GmbH is releasing the DLC for Handball Manager 2022 today. A 10% early sale discount will be applied to the original price of $17.99/€14.99/£13.99.

Handball Manager 2021/22 takes us back to the court to put ourselves in the shoes of a handball club manager. Sign the best players for your team, train them effortfully and win as many trophies as you can.

The new Handball Manager 2022 DLC gives you the latest data for your personal manager career. With the purchase of this DLC you get access to the current squad lists of the season 21/22, promotion and relegation, new player images, new sponsors and many other optimizations.

Handball Manager 2022 DLC contains the official licenses of LIQUI MOLY Handball-Bundesliga –the German league– as well as it’s second division, Liga Sacyr ASOBAL –the Spanish league– and the Extraliga –the Czech league.

The Handball Manager 2022 Edition will include Handball Manager 2021 and the DLC Handball Manager 2022. Players can purchase the latest version of Handball Manager 2022 Edition at a 20% discount.

New Content

  • New player pictures

  • New squad lists

  • New datasets

  • New team photos

  • New manager pictures

  • New ingame graphics

  • New sponsors

Additional improvements to Handball Manager 2022

  • Optimized match schedules

  • Improved images of youth players and non-licensed players

  • Three different difficulty levels

Dying Light 2 Stay Human Live Action Parkour Trailer and Interview Released

2021/11/16
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

Techland and STORROR, a collective of seven athletes renowned for their world-class parkour skills and video production from Britain, collaborated to create an unusual combination of their amazing skills with a film plot, all inspired by the post-apocalyptic world of Dying Light 2 Stay Human.

https://youtu.be/PXVTd-dGguA

 

Raging Waters LA Launching New Bombs Away in 2022

2021/11/15
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos

The countdown to Opening Day at Raging Waters LA has less time to go than ever before as Raging Waters readies for its biggest season ever in 2022, featuring the NEW Bombs Away water slides and more great fun.

After a successful bounce-back summer in 2021, Raging Waters LA is counting the minutes until May 21, 2022, one of the earliest Opening Days in park history. In addition to extra days, guests will be able to step up to the park’s new dual-drop thriller, Bombs Away. Sliders will step into enclosed capsules when, without notice, the floor beneath their feet abruptly vanishes and drops them down into two unique experiences – a straight-speed six-story, 70 degree AquaDrop where sliders will reach speeds of up to 30 feet per second, or a twisting, turning loop through a closed-tube 325-foot-long fly-by at similarly supersonic speeds.

“We know our guests have been waiting to blast off in Bombs Away since it was first announced in 2019,” says General Manager Roland Reyes. The slides’ debut was delayed by the covid-19 pandemic. “These drops are over the top, and we are so excited for sliders to step in and see the Bombs Away experience was worth the wait.”

Thrilling rides fresh and familiar are just the start of the fun on tap for 2022. Raging Waters Los Angeles will add a new open-air retail location at the park’s main gate so guests can make sure to stock up on sunscreen, swim trunks and other essentials before soaking up all the extra fun the expanded season will offer. The Raging Waters team is also hard at work in the kitchen developing new food items to satisfy stomachs in between splashes on Bombs Away and other favorites like Aqua Rocket, Kid’s Kingdom and the million-gallon Wave Cove pool.

While the fun may be a few months away, now is the perfect time to make plans by purchasing a Season Pass during Raging Waters’ upcoming Black Friday sales. Starting a week early on Friday, November 19, holiday shoppers can skip the shipping and supply chain concerns with a Season Pass, with budget-friendly tiers from no-frills, all fun to a Platinum Pass that includes access to Castle Park, including their 2021 holiday event, Duke’s Very Merry Village, opening November 26!

Season Passes are up to 20 percent off their normal price during the limited time sale, and are available for purchase on six-month payment plans. Single-day tickets are available as a smaller stocking stuffer.

“These limited time Black Friday specials offer the gift of fun that will create special memories and won’t collect dust in a closet,” says Regional Marketing Manager Jessica Adams. “Getting a Raging Waters Season Pass now allows smart shoppers to save big and enjoy our expanded season, the new Bombs Away attraction, and the special experiences visitors look forward to every year.”

For more details on Raging Waters 2022 Season, the new Bombs Away slides, ongoing Black Friday sales, and more, visit RagingWaters.com.

Sherlock Holmes Chapter One Launch Trailer Released

2021/11/15
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Frogwares has announced the release times for Sherlock Holmes Chapter One along with a launch trailer. Sherlock Holmes Chapter One is a third-person, open-world, story-driven detective thriller. The story is a creative re-imagining of Sherlock’s first steps on his journey to becoming the famed, flawed and destructive genius the world has come to know. Set on the Mediterranean island of Cordona, this is where Sherlock spent his childhood. He now returns as a young adult to find the true answers to his mother’s mysterious death all those years ago that orphaned him and got him sent to London. The game is built around a system of “no hand holding” detective work, meaning players will need to use all the tools at their disposal to piece together the clues and solve the various mysteries that the island is hiding.

RELEASE TIMES
The game is set to go live globally on PC, PS5, and Xbox X / S on Tuesday, November 16th at 0:00 am BST.  This means that for players in regions such as North and South America, the game will be available on Monday, November 15th.

  • United Kingdom: 0:00am BST | Tues, Nov 16th
  • West + Central Europe: 1:00am CET  | Tues Nov 16th
  • Moscow:  3:00am MSK | Tues Nov 16th
  • Japan: 9:00am JST | Tues Nov 16th
  • Sydney: 11:00am AEDT | Tues Nov 16th
  • San Francisco: 4:00pm PST | Mon Nov 15th
  • New York:  7:00pm EST | Mon Nov 15th

MACROSS PLUS MOVIE EDITION Coming to US Theaters in December

2021/11/15
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

Upon its initial release in 1994, “MACROSS PLUS” became a cult sensation paving the way for some of anime’s greatest hits and the creators behind them. The ground-breaking, 4-episode Original Video Animation (OVA) struck a chord with audiences worldwide with its blazingly fast dogfighting in detail that had never been seen in anime before. On December 14, “MACROSS” finally comes to U.S. cinemas with, “MACROSS PLUS MOVIE EDITION,” which adds all-new animated scenes never seen in the OVA, streamlines the storyline, and creates a more focused and action-packed viewing experience. In addition to the feature, attendees will view an exclusive special interview with creator/chief director Shoji Kawamori (“Macross,” “Aquarion,” “Escaflowne”).

Tickets for “MACROSS PLUS MOVIE EDITION” can be purchased at www.FathomEvents.com or participating theater box offices. For a complete list of theater locations, visit the Fathom Events website (theater locations are subject to change).

Combining the intricate designs of Shoji Kawamori, character direction from Shinichiro Watanabe (“Cowboy Bebop”), and the musical stylings of renown composer Yoko Kanno (“Cowboy Bebop,” “Ghost in The Shell: SAC”), “MACROSS PLUS MOVIE EDITION” takes place in the year 2040 A.D., three decades after the glassing of Earth in what has since become known as Space War One. On the colonial planet of Eden, U.N. SPACY is testing transformable variable fighters to counter further alien attacks. Two prototype aircraft piloted by former childhood friends, loose cannon Isamu and the Zentradi mixed alien race Guld, go head-to-head in aerial and robot combat superiority over a lucrative military contract, and the affections of mutual love interest Myung.

“We’re excited to partner with BIGWEST to finally bring ‘MACROSS PLUS MOVIE EDITION’ to anime fans nationwide,” said Daren Miller, Fathom Events VP, Programming, Strategy & Business Affairs. “For everyone that thinks ‘Top Gun’ is exciting but would be better with Maverick and Iceman piloting robots, this one is for you.”

Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition Gets Official Launch Date

2021/11/15
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

On November 30, 2021 fans will be able to play our award-winning* action adventure platformer Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition. It will be available on Xbox Series X I S, Xbox One, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and Epic Games Store for $39.99.

Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition includes dramatically improved gameplay mechanics and motion code, audio balance improvements, seven additional months of polish, improved Slig and follower AI (more intelligent and responsive), as well as all previously released updates and brand new content.

What’s Soulstorm’s Brand New Content?

Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition’s new content is a separate challenge game mode accessed via the main menu once you complete the game.

Xbox players will go hands-on with Vykkers Labs, a throwback to classic Oddworld 2.5D gameplay featuring short puzzle-filled levels. Earn leaderboard prestige for speed runs or zero-death performances. For those who don’t recall, Vykkers Labs is a large airborne lab used for pharmaceutical testing on animals and run by the sadistic Vykkers.

PlayStation and Epic Games Store players will experience Toby’s Escape. Like Vykkers, it is a throwback to classic Oddworld gaming short puzzle-filled levels to master. If you have played Soulstorm, you’ll know Toby from the train, but how did Toby escape RuptureFarms and become the train’s conductor…find out in Toby’s Escape.

What If You Already Own Oddworld: Soulstorm?

For the millions of gamers who already own Oddworld: Soulstorm on PS5®, PS4®, and Epic Games Store, you will receive the Enhanced Edition as a free update.

Pre-Order for Xbox

Oddworld: Soulstorm Enhanced Edition is available at retailers and online at Xbox.com for pre-order. The physical retail edition is available in both standard and Collector’s Edition which comes with an exclusive embossed metal case, 9” Abe figurine, 160-page art book, three art prints, a mining company keychain, tattoo and tribal stickers.

For more information, please follow us at @OddworldInc, @OfficialOddworld, TikTok, @oddworldinc, YouTube or sign up for our newsletter at http://www.oddworld.com/.

GALAHAD 3093 Gets An Extended Open Beta November 12

2021/11/12
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Simutronics today announced the third extended open beta for its upcoming mech hero shooter, GALAHAD 3093. Starting Friday, November 12 at 6 p.m. Eastern and concluding Monday, November 22 at 9 a.m. Eastern, players can choose a Knight and pilot a customizable Lance for 10 days of explosive battles for territory. The free beta is accessible to PC players via the “Request Access” button on the game’s Steam page.

New and returning pilots can experience the following fresh features and improvements:

  • Squad Up With Friends: Squad up with up to three Steam friends, stay on the same team between matches, and strategize in private voice channels.
  • Train for the Battlefield: Jump into the new tutorial experience for a step-by-step gameplay guide.
  • Explore the Icy Moon, Europa: Navigate the low gravity and icy weather of Europa, the newest map for GALAHAD 3093.
  • Test Drive Lance Variants: Find the Lance model that best fits your playstyle with pre-made Lance Variants, such as Bastion, a highly offensive Heavy Machine, or Cyclone, a Light Lance with increased stats.
  • Upgrade Your Lance with New Module Tiers: Try out thousands of potential loadouts by mixing and matching new Modules, like the explosive Self Detonator or the defensive Facing Shield.

Players interested in playing GALAHAD 3093 ahead of the next beta can do so by participating in Beta Weekends. Beta Weekends are free and kick off every Friday at 6 p.m. Eastern through Monday at 9 a.m. Eastern. With each Beta Weekend, players can look forward to additional features, balance updates, and improvements.

For more information on GALAHAD 3093, visit GALAHAD3093.com and follow the game on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube. Players can also join the Discord community for updates directly from the developers.