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Razer Unveils Barracuda X Wireless Gaming Headset

Razer™, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers (Hong Kong Stock Code: 1337), today announces the Barracuda X Wireless Multi-platform Gaming and Mobile Headset, for gaming on multiple devices at home or outdoors. Offering true versatility and freedom backed by long-lasting comfort, powerful drivers, and a crystal-clear mic, the Barracuda X is an all-purpose, 4-in-1 wireless headset compatible with PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and Android devices.

Many modern wireless headsets are designed for use either at home or on-the-go, and switching between devices can be a time-consuming process, with unpairing and pairing over Bluetooth often leading to connection issues. The Barracuda X has been designed with ease of use and versatility in mind – with its reliable ultra-low latency wireless connection combined with a comfortable, sleek, and ergonomic design, powerful Razer TriForce drivers and a detachable, Discord-certified[1] Razer HyperClear Cardioid microphone, it is the perfect all-in-one-solution for multi-platform gaming.

“Many of the headsets out there that are marketed for multi-platform use can only achieve this using a wired connection,” says Alvin Cheung, Senior Vice President of Razer’s Peripherals Business Unit. “The Razer Barracuda X combines high-performance gaming features and true 4-in-1 wireless connectivity with the design and ease of use of lifestyle headphones. The result is a single, multi-purpose headset, ideal for all-day-long gaming no matter which platform you are using or where you are.”

One design to rule them all

The Barracuda X was developed from the ground-up as a versatile, multi-platform headset with a strong focus on style and comfort. Razer’s engineering team used their years of expertise to integrate Razer’s industry-leading audio technologies in a comfortable wireless gaming headset equally suited to indoor and outdoor use.

The Barracuda X has undergone an extensive design process, dictated by fit, comfort, and simplicity, resulting in a concave surfaced design for reduced bulk, clean lines and a harmonious blend between yoke and ear cup, for a sleek, stylish look. The low-profile ear cups are angled to fit every ear shape and can be adjusted and swiveled for a personalized fit. With plush memory foam ear cushions, and a thick, soft, lightweight headband for a pressure-free fit, the Barracuda X weighs just 250g, perfect for all-day comfort.

Effortless plug and play

The Barracuda X comes fully equipped with all necessary accessories for the ultimate out-of-the-box multi-device experience. At the heart of the multi-platform capability of the Barracuda X is the Razer HyperSpeed Wireless USB-C Dongle, with which the Barracuda X can be seamlessly connected to a PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch or Android devices as a plug and play device with no pairing process or software and driver downloads required.

For situations where a USB-C connection isn’t available, the Barracuda X is supplied with a USB-C to USB-A adapter cable, ideal for PC or docked Nintendo Switch use, and for further compatibility, a 4-pole, 3.5mm jack is also available when an analog connection is needed. The Barracuda X is also supplied with a USB-C to USB-A charging cable, for a battery life of up to 20 hours of continuous use.

Fine-tuned for full fidelity

The Barracuda X features the latest in Razer’s audio technology. Using the Razer TriForce 40mm Drivers, the Barracuda X provides high-end audio performance for bright and clear audio, with individually tuned high, mid and low range frequencies for clearer trebles, a rich midrange and powerful bass, delivering an immersive audio experience.

Featuring a detachable Razer HyperClear Cardioid Mic, the Razer Barracuda X supplies ultra-clear voice comms, regardless of the platform you’re gaming on. The microphone on the Barracuda X offers improved voice isolation excluding more ambient noise from the back and sides, increased sensitivity for greater low frequency response, and an optimized housing for added clarity and accurate voice pick-up.

The Barracuda X wireless gaming headset is the one headset to play them all, with versatility, a lightweight design and simple plug-and-play wireless connection for seamless 4-in-1 use across PC, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Android devices.

ABOUT THE RAZER BARRACUDA X

Headphones

  • Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz

  • Impedance: 32 Ω @ 1 kHz

  • Sensitivity: 96dBSPL/mW@1KHz by HATS

  • Drivers: Customized Dynamic 40mm Driver

  • Inner ear cup diameter: 60 x 40mm

  • Connection type: USB Type C or wired 3.5mm connection

  • Cable length: 1.5m / 4.92 ft

  • Approx. weight: 250g / 0.55lbs

  • Oval ear cushions: Full-ear coverage with fabric and plush leatherette, for sound isolation and comfort

Microphone

  • Frequency response: 100 Hz – 10 kHz

  • Signal-to-noise ratio: ≥ 60 dB

  • Sensitivity (@1 kHz): -42 ± 3 dB

  • Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional

  • Discord-certified

On-earcup controls

  • Volume up and down

  • Mic mute on/off toggle

Audio Usage

  • Wireless audio usage: USB-C dongle

  • Wired audio usage: 3.5mm analog

  • Surround sound: Only available on Windows 10 64-bit

PRICE & AVAILABILITY

$99.99 USD / €99,99 MSRP

Razer.com: July 13, 2021

Authorized resellers: July 13, 2021

FINAL FANTASY XIV: Endwalker Benchmark Released with Trailer

SQUARE ENIX® invites Warriors of Light to enjoy all-new Endwalker footage with the newly released FINAL FANTASY® XIV: Endwalker™ Official Benchmark software. Featuring actual in-game areas and character models, the benchmark software gives players a chance to test their computer’s ability to run FINAL FANTASY XIV ahead of the expansion’s scheduled launch on November 23, 2021.

The benchmark software also features an updated character creator feature, which includes the option to create male Viera characters: a new playable race to be added in Endwalker. The appearance data of characters created through the benchmark can also be saved for use in the retail version of the game or selected as the character to appear in benchmark cutscenes.

Full details on the official benchmark can be found here: https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/benchmark

Additionally, a roadmap detailing upcoming content leading directly into the launch of Endwalker was revealed during the latest Letter from the Producer LIVE broadcast. Players can enjoy content additions and in-game events ahead of the release of the highly anticipated fourth expansion:

July – August

  • Make it Rain Campaign – Beginning July 19 and running through August 11, players can obtain the new “vexed” emote by completing event quests while also earning bonus Manderville Gold Saucer Points (MGP) from Gold Saucer activities.
  • Patch 5.58 – Releasing on July 20, the update will mark the beginning of Season 20 of The Feast alongside other content adjustments.
  • Moonfire Faire – This summer-themed seasonal event will return for a limited-time starting from August 13.
  • The Rising  Marking the 8th anniversary of FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn’s release, The Rising is set to begin on August 27.

September – October

  • FINAL FANTASY XV Collaboration Event – Players can look forward to the return of the popular event that brings FINAL FANTASY XV hero Noctis Lucis Caelum to the world of Hydaelyn. From September 13, players who have reached level 50 and completed the main scenario quest “The Ultimate Weapon” can participate to earn numerous rewards, including Noctis’ hairstyle and outfit, the four-person Regalia mount, and more. Players who had previously completed this quest can once again experience this questline and adventure alongside Noctis.
  • Moogle Treasure Trove Event  From October 19 and until the planned start of Endwalker early access on November 19, players will have another chance to gather irregular tomestones to exchange for various rewards.

November Onward

  • Endwalker Early Access Launch – Endwalker early access beings on November 19 and allows players who have pre-ordered the game to begin their adventures ahead of the official release on November 23, 2021.
  • Post-Launch Events – Additional seasonal events are scheduled to land in the months following the release of Endwalker, such as All Saints’ Wake beginning in late November, the Starlight Celebration in December, and Heavensturn to ring in the new year.

Players who are currently taking a break from their adventures are invited to jump back into the game as part of the latest Free Login Campaign. Now active and running through August 23, eligible users can return to Eorzea and play for free for an extended period of up to fourteen days—the longest play period of any Free Login Campaign to date.

Full details on the Free Login Campaign can be found here: https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/special/freelogincampaign/

With more than 22 million total registered players, there has never been a better time for newcomers to begin their adventures in the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY XIV Online saga. The expanded Free Trial now includes all content from A Realm Reborn and the Heavensward™ expansion (and updates through Patch 3.56), as well as an additional playable race (Au Ra), and three additional playable jobs (Dark Knight, Astrologian, and Machinist). Free Trial players can enjoy hundreds of hours of award-winning gameplay and story experiences equivalent to two full FINAL FANTASY titles, without limit on playtime. More information is available here: https://sqex.to/FFXIVFreeTrial

FINAL FANTASY XIV: Endwalker will be available for PC, Mac, the PlayStation®5 console and the PlayStation®4 console on November 23, 2021 and is rated RP (Rating Pending). Please visit the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) website at www.esrb.org for more information about ratings.

For more information on FINAL FANTASY XIV: Endwalker, visit the official site here https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/endwalker/.

The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf Release Date Trailer

Revealed as part of the inaugural WitcherCon, Netflix has today unveiled the release date and first imagery from forthcoming The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf, which will premiere on Monday August 23, 2021. The anime film tells the story of Vesemir, a swashbuckling young witcher who escaped a life of poverty to slay monsters for coin…

Participating in a WitcherCon panel named ‘Geralt of T-Rivia’, Lauren Schmidt Hissrich – Showrunner on The Witcher and Executive Producer of The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf – gave fans a first glimpse at Vesemir, as well as the key art including the release date, for the highly anticipated anime film.

The news follows earlier WitcherCon reveals including the release date and teaser art for the second season of The Witcher live action series, which premieres on Friday December 17, 2021.

Destiny still holds surprises in store, however, so stay tuned for more exclusive news as it breaks out of WitcherCon.

New Clip From Ultraman Day: Ultrathon

In celebration of the 55th anniversary of the landmark series Ultraman, Shout! Factory TV™ and its premier Tokusatsu channel TokuSHOUTsu™ will proudly present a full-day streaming event entitled Ultraman Day: Ultrathon on Saturday, July 10. The marathon – featuring 19 episodes that span 55 years of the Ultraman series – culminates in the U.S. streaming premiere of Ultraman Zero: The Revenge of Belial. The Ultrathon will stream across all Shout! Factory TV and TokuSHOUTsu platforms and feature one-of-a-kind fan engagement, including exclusive giveaways of top toys from Bluefin Brands and promotional support from Marvel Entertainment, Factory Entertainment, VIZ Media and RightStufAnime.com.

As part of an all-day adventure of intergalactic battles, Kaiju, aliens, heroes and villains, Ultrathon will also include In Search Of An Ultraman! The Invasion From Another Space! A journey across time and space to save Earth from invasion, this newly produced special features top voices representing franchise fans around the world, including Kyle Anderson (Nerdist), Jason Narvy (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers), Linda Le (Vampy Bit Me), Mike Toole (“The Mike Toole Show” on Anime News Network), Lisa J (No Pink Spandex), Daniel Van Thomas (English voice of Ultraman Zero), Mach Dent (Vintage Henshin), Alyssa Fay (Daikaiju Legends), and Monster Island Buddies.

Ultrathon kicks off on Saturday, July 10th at 7 a.m. PT with 19 hand-picked episodes across 9 Ultraman series – Ultraman, Ultraseven, Return of Ultraman, Ultraman Ace, Ultraman Leo, Ultra Q, Ultraman X, Ultraman Orb, and Ultraman Ginga – alongside segments of the new special, as it leads up to the 5 p.m. PT U.S. streaming debut of Ultraman Zero: The Revenge of Belial as its grand finale.

Ultraman Day: Ultrathon can be viewed across TokuSHOUTsu and Shout! Factory TV platforms: on TokuSHOUTsu.com and ShoutFactoryTV.com; TokuSHOUTsu’s Pluto TV, Twitch and THETA.tv channels; Shout! Factory TV’s Amazon Fire TV, Android, Apple TV, and Roku apps; and the following digital streaming platforms: IMDb TV, Local Now, Pluto TV, Redbox, Samsung TV Plus, Sling TV, STIRR, Twitch, Vizio and XUMO.

Following Ultrathon, Ultraman Zero: The Revenge of Belial and In Search of Ultraman! The Invasion from Another Space! will join the catalog of Ultraman content also available for streaming on demand across Shout! Factory TV platforms, on ShoutFactoryTV.com; Shout! Factory TV’s Amazon Fire TV, Android, Apple TV, and Roku apps; and on various Shout! Factory TV branded channels including Tubi, Amazon Prime Channels, and the Roku Channel.

Shout! Factory has licensed a number of Ultraman titles (produced by the innovative team at Tsuburaya Productions Co., Ltd) through its relationship with both Mill Creek Entertainment and the Ultraman worldwide distributor (excluding Asia), Indigo Entertainment Ltd.

Ultraman Zero: The Revenge Of Belial Synopsis
Ultraman Zero, the rookie Ultraman from Tsuburaya’s 2009 theatrical movie returns, fully-fledged. However, he is confronted with the empowered Kaiser Belial, back from the evil Ultraman Belial whom he and other Ultra warriors battled so fiercely in Nebula M78. Can Ultraman Zero live up to the expectations of his legendary father Ultraseven?

NETFLIX GEEKED x COMIC-CON@HOME Official Lineup

Netflix has unveiled its official lineup for its NETFLIX GEEKED x COMIC-CON@HOME panel series. You can watch all this content at Comic Con International’s official YouTube channel between July 23 and July 25.

NETFLIX GEEKED: MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE: REVELATION
Date: Friday, July 23, 2021
Time: 12:00PM PT
Netflix and Mattel Television present an exclusive sneak peek at the highly-anticipated animated series Masters of the Universe: Revelation. Since its creation in 1982, the Masters of the Universe franchise has become a cultural phenomenon, transcending generations and igniting passion amongst fans around the world. This new action-packed series, which follows He-Man, Skeletor, Teela and the other classic characters of the Masters of the Universe franchise, picks up where the iconic characters left off decades ago. Now, nearly 40 years later, the new series will delight long-standing fans and introduce a new generation to Eternia and the thrilling, heroic adventures of the Guardians of Grayskull. The cast and creators will discuss all of your questions about reviving this beloved franchise.

NETFLIX GEEKED: FEAR STREET TRILOGY
Date: Friday, July 23, 2021
Time: 4:00PM PT
All roads lead to Fear Street…
In this exclusive first panel together since the release of the films, join Fear Street director Leigh Janiak, cast members Kiana Madeira, Olivia Scott Welch, Benjamin Flores Jr., and Fear Street author R.L. Stine and celebrate the epic trilogy by hearing all the behind the scenes details on how they made the films and what it’s really like for R.L. Stine to see his vision turned into a blood-splattering epic.

NETFLIX GEEKED: THE LAST MERCENARY
Date: Saturday, July 24, 2021
Time: 3:00PM PT
Get in on all the action as Jean-Claude Van Damme and director David Charhon offer a peek inside the highly anticipated film, The Last Mercenary, set to premiere globally July 30 on Netflix. In an explosive comeback, Jean-Claude Van Damme stars as Richard Brumère, aka “The Mist,” as a former French secret service special agent turned mercenary, who must urgently return to France when his estranged son is falsely accused of arms and drug trafficking by the government, following a blunder by an overzealous bureaucrat and a mafia operation.

NETFLIX GEEKED: LUCIFER
Date: Saturday, July 24, 2021
Time: 5:00PM PT
Speaking of the devil, Lucifer himself, Tom Ellis will join executive producers, Joe Henderson and Ildy Modrovich, to share inside scoop on what is to be expected from the 6th and final season of Lucifer.

NETFLIX GEEKED: ARMY OF THIEVES
Date: Sunday, July 25, 2021
Time: 2:00PM PT
Army of the Dead was only the beginning…Be among the first to get a sneak peek of Army of Thieves, the highly anticipated prequel to Zack Snyder’s Netflix blockbuster. Producers Zack Snyder, Deborah Snyder, and Wesley Coller will be joined by director and star Matthias Schweighöfer plus star Nathalie Emmanuel to reveal the heist that started it all. In this action-packed prequel, Dieter, our favorite safecracker, gets drawn into the adventure of a lifetime when a mysterious woman recruits him to join a crew of Interpol’s most wanted criminals, attempting to heist a sequence of legendary, impossible-to-crack safes across Europe.

The Haunting of Hill House Maze Coming to Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights

For the first time ever, Netflix’s critically-acclaimed series “The Haunting of Hill House” will bring its ominous presence to Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood in all-new mazes for “Halloween Horror Nights 2021,” which is officially back beginning in September.

Upon its release, Netflix’s “The Haunting of Hill House” became a worldwide phenomenon of unsettling proportions that elevated the horror television genre. Created, directed and executive-produced by horror mastermind Mike Flanagan (Hush, Oculus, Gerald’s Game) and executive produced by Trevor Macy via their Intrepid Pictures, the chilling horror story follows members of the Crain family who are haunted by long-dormant fears stemming from their time living in the menacing Hill House as children and then forced to face the ghosts of its grisly past.

Reincarnated as “Halloween Horror Nights” mazes, the imposing and mysterious Hill House eerily comes to life beckoning guests to embark on the dark journey experienced by the Crain family.

Iconic scenes from the Netflix series will be featured throughout the maze, including the omni-powerful Red Room – the heart of Hill House – and the infamous Hall of Statues, where deceptive powers overtake everyone who enters. Apparitions will appear around every corner, from William Hill – The Tall Man, whose towering stature overwhelms everyone he encounters; to The Ghost in the Basement, who feverishly crawls throughout the bowels of the House in search of his next victim; to The Bent-Neck Lady, whose disturbing scream and ghastly appearance invoke a constant state of unnerving dread.

“The Haunting of Hill House” mazes will test even the bravest guests as they attempt to escape the entanglement of the estate’s eternal stranglehold or succumb to the powerful forces of Hill House – leaving them to wander the endless halls forever…alone.

“I have loved Halloween Horror Nights for so long,” said Mike Flanagan, Creator, Director and Executive Producer of “The Haunting of Hill House.” “Some of my favorite memories of Halloween were made at Universal Studios, screaming and laughing with my friends. It is such an honor to be included among such fantastic Haunts, and I’m so glad that fans will be able to walk the halls of Hill House this Halloween. This is – without a doubt – one of the coolest things that’s ever happened to us at Intrepid. We are so excited to visit the Red Room again – we hope to see you all there!”

“It’s a nightmare come true to bring Netflix’s “The Haunting of Hill House” to life for our guests this year at ‘Halloween Horror Nights,’” said Charles Gray, Senior Show Director for Entertainment Creative Development at Universal Orlando Resort. “The show brought true horror to the masses, similar to what we’ve provided our guests at this event for nearly 30 years – Hill House is a perfect fit for “Halloween Horror Nights” as it enters a new decade of fear.”

“Mike Flanagan has elevated the horror genre with his supernatural thriller, ‘The Haunting of Hill House,’” said John Murdy, Executive Producer of “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood. “We continuously challenge ourselves to raise the bar with each maze we create, and we look forward to creating a unique experience for our guests that combines both the psychological and visceral twists from the series. The goal is to make our guests feel as if they are walking in the footsteps of the Crain family, re-living all the horrors that they experienced.”

The “Halloween Horror Nights” events begin on Friday, September 3 in Orlando and Thursday, September 9 in Hollywood – and both events run select nights through Sunday, October 31. Select tickets and vacation packages are now on sale for “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Orlando Resort; tickets for the event at Universal Studios Hollywood will be available soon. Due to popular demand, event nights are expected to sell out. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com.

Currently streaming globally on Netflix, “The Haunting of Hill House” is produced for Netflix by Amblin TV and Paramount Television.

Train Sim World 2 Potash Route Launch Trailer

Dovetail Games today announced the Skyhook Games developed ‘Cane Creek: Thompson – Potash Route’ DLC for Train Sim World 2 has left the yard and is live for PC, the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X. The new route, including the AC4400CW and SD40-2 locomotives authentically recreated in the game, is available for purchase for $24.99 / £24.99 / €24.99

A comparative newcomer to American rail, the Cane Creek Branch opened in 1962 and remains in operation by Union Pacific, serving a sprawling potash mining facility in Utah. Players will be handling line-hauling and switching duties before getting behind the controls of the massive six-axle diesel engines. Running 40 miles from Brendel, Utah south to Potash, Utah, the route takes players on a tour through the extraordinary scenery unique to the western deserts of America as they travel the winding “roller coaster” through canyons and vast, open lands.

The new line can be experienced in multiple ways, allowing players to operate the trains, ride as a conductor, complete route tasks, or pick a vantage point to observe the locomotives and scenery from afar. Players can also take advantage of the Livery Designer to create a custom look for their locomotives and use the Scenario Planner feature to create custom scenarios of the Cane Creek route.

For more information on Train Sim World 2, visit www.trainsimworld.com and follow the game on Twitter @trainsimworld, Instagram @trainsim, and Facebook @trainsimworld. Keep up with all the latest simulation news from Dovetail Games at https://live.dovetailgames.com/.

Fallout 76 ‘Steel Reign’ Out Now

Steel Reign, the epic conclusion to the Brotherhood of Steel storyline that launched late last year, is available to download today for all Fallout 76 players.

Picking up on the heels of last year’s Steel Dawn update, you arrive back at Fort Atlas to find the tensions between Paladin Rahmani and Knight Shin have reached a boiling point. After swarms of Super Mutants start to appear and people are reported missing, how will you guide the Brotherhood? Will you take the side of justice or will you remain committed to duty?

The Steel Reign update includes:

  • New Questline – Choose what direction the Brotherhood of Steel will take and solve the mysteries behind the appearance of the Super Mutants
  • New Locations and Gear – Unlock unique gear from the Brotherhood’s arsenal and explore new locations as you uncover what’s been happening in Appalachia
  • Season 5 Scoreboard – A new season full of rewards begins today! K.D. Inkwell is back in Escape from the 42nd Century! Rank up to unlock new rewards including C.A.M.P. items, cosmetics, and more.
  • Legendary Upgrades – Put those Legendary Modules to work and create your own 1, 2, & 3-star legendary items, right from the comfort of your own C.A.M.P.

Steel Reign is available now and free for all Fallout 76 players. For the full list updates, changes, and fixes coming with Steel Reign and Season 5, read the full patch notes at fallout.bethesda.net

DJI Pocket 2 Sunset White Announced

Hey world, meet DJI Pocket 2 Sunset White. Named after those gorgeous summer sunsets, the new beautiful Sunset White color combines hues of pink and purple with crystal white just in time for the upcoming season. Pocket 2, launched last autumn as the second iteration of the popular Osmo Pocket, merges creative design and outstanding performance features so creators can easily vlog their everyday lives and create professional-level content. Weighing only 117g, the new Pocket 2 Sunset White fits perfectly in your summer shorts, beach bag or purse, and can capture up to 140 minutes of your summer adventures.

A lot has changed since we released the Pocket 2 last fall, with big enhancements on autofocus, added HDR Video, better tracking and more. DJI Pocket 2 Sunset White is the perfect sidekick to handle this summer’s heat. Equipped with a 3-axis gimbal, 4K camera, large sensor, and wide lens, Pocket 2 Sunset White captures fantastic image quality in both photo and video modes compared to Osmo Pocket. The DJI Matrix Stereo system, which consists of four microphones that are strategically placed clear of a hand holding DJI Pocket 2, ensures footage sounds as great as it looks.

Capturing and creating professional-level content has never been easier thanks to the camera’s intelligent pre-programmed modes such as Pro Mode, ActiveTrack 3.0, Slow Motion, Timelapse, Panorama and livestreaming. Simple to use and easy to understand, Pocket 2 Sunset White was built for those creators who want smoother footage than their smartphones offer or want to up the visual appeal of what they capture.

The DJI Pocket 2 Sunset White Combo is available starting today from the store.dji.com and authorized retail partners. The Sunset White Combo includes a Pocket 2, Mini Control Stick, Cover, Do-It-All Handle, Smartphone Adapters, Power Cable, Wrist Strap and a Sling Strap for accessibility for the retail price of $479 USD. Additional details can be found here: https://store.dji.com/product/pocket-2.

Sam & Max: This Time It’s Virtual! Oculus Quest Launch Trailer

Indie game studio HappyGiant and publisher Big Sugar have announced that Sam & Max: This Time It’s Virtual! is available today on Oculus Quest. The action-adventure VR title featuring Steve Purcell’s irrepressible dog with a hat and hyperkinetic rabbity-thing, is the duo’s first game in more than a decade and the pair’s first foray into Virtual Reality. The game can be downloaded July 8th, 2021 starting at 1pm EST on the Oculus store page for $29.99 USD.

Sam & Max: This Time It’s Virtual! Oculus page:
https://www.oculus.com/experiences/quest/3044409625637497/

Following its release on Oculus, Sam & Max: This Time It’s Virtual! will launch later this year for SteamVR and Viveport Infinity, and then PlayStation VR (PSVR) in early 2022. The game will feature subtitles in multiple languages soon as well.

Even multimedia evil-slappers like Sam & Max could use a hand, and this time they’re using the incomprehensible magic of virtual reality to invite the player into their off-kilter world for a furious day of monster-slaying, obstacle courses, responsibly discharged firearms, and, of course, saving the entire freaking world. Sam & Max: This Time It’s Virtual! mixes puzzles and escape rooms with challenges of skill and classic point-and-click adventure sure to put even the heartiest Freelance Police cadet through their paces.

HappyGiant has ensured the pair is in good hands with an all-star team of Sam & Max veterans including the characters’ creator, Steve Purcell, renowned concept artist Peter Chan, writer and designer Mike Stemmle, and music composer Jared Emerson-Johnson who wrote an original soundtrack for the game. David Nowlin and Dave Boat are returning to voice Sam & Max. In addition, Steve Purcell also performed as a character in the game, a first for the series.

“It was amazing to watch this game coming to life and see Sam & Max take on yet another new medium,” said Steve Purcell, the creator of the series. “Happy Giant found the sweet spot in capturing the spirit of the older games while making something entirely new and weird. It was fun getting to interact with Sam & Max in a virtual world, help out with the initial design and even contribute a little bit of voice work at the end.”