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Snoopy Present: A Summer Musical Official Trailer

2025/07/30
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

Apple TV+ debuts trailer for new original Peanuts special “Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical,” premiering globally Friday, August 15

Discover the magic of summer camp as Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the rest of the gang break out in original songs by Emmy Award nominees Jeff Morrow and Ben Folds, plus Broadway veterans Alan Zachary & Michael Weiner in the first Peanuts musical in over three decades.

Gear up for s’more Peanuts fun and a summer jam-packed with song! Today, Apple TV+ debuted the pitch perfect trailer for the all-new original Peanuts musical special, “Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical,” set to premiere globally on Friday, August 15. The special features original music by Emmy Award-nominated singer, songwriter, composer, and New York Times bestselling author Ben Folds, plus Emmy Award-nominated composer Jeff Morrow, and the veteran Broadway composing duo Alan Zachary & Michael Weiner. This latest special under the acclaimed “Snoopy Presents” banner by Peanuts and WildBrain for Apple TV+ marks the first Peanuts musical in 37 years. Original songs in the new special include “When We Were Light,” “Look Up, Charlie Brown” and “Leave It Better” by Folds, plus “Best Time Ever” and “A Place Like This” by Morrow and Zachary & Weiner.

This summer, celebrate the joy and magic of summer camp and the importance of preserving what you love. Charlie Brown loves camp and is determined to make his final year special, but Sally – a first-time camper – is nervous and skeptical of the new and unfamiliar place. While everyone settles into camp, Snoopy and Woodstock discover a treasure map that takes them on a wild adventure nearby.

One morning, the Peanuts gang learns that their beloved camp is shutting down because there are fewer campers joining each summer. The news especially saddens Charlie Brown, who feels hopeless about losing a place that has meant so much to him and his friends and is determined to preserve its legacy. Meanwhile, on their adventure, Snoopy and Woodstock find the sought-after treasure chest, but are quickly disappointed when they discover it’s not riches, but instruments and photos from past summer concerts held at the camp. Newly inspired, Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang use the treasure to host their own concert to save the camp.

Produced for Apple TV+ by Peanuts and WildBrain, “Snoopy Presents: A Summer Musical” is directed by Erik Wiese and is written by Craig Schulz, Bryan Schulz, and Cornelius Uliano. Executive producers are C. Schulz, B. Schulz, Uliano, Paige Braddock, Josh Scherba, Stephanie Betts, and Logan McPherson.

This year marks the 75th anniversary of Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang, and Apple TV+ is the place for families to celebrate the milestone all year long. Apple TV+ is the official and only streaming home for all Peanuts content through an expanded partnership with WildBrain, Peanuts Worldwide, and Lee Mendelson Film Productions.

The exciting slate of recent offerings for kids and families on Apple TV+ features the latest Peanuts series “Camp Snoopy”; the second season of beloved animated series “Frog and Toad,” based on the Caldecott and Newbery Honor-winning books; animated adventure trilogy “WondLa,” based on the New York Times bestselling book series “The Search for WondLa” by Tony DiTerlizzi; celebrated kids and family series “Yo Gabba GabbaLand!,” inspired by the hit, Emmy Award-nominated cultural phenomenon “Yo Gabba Gabba!”; “Me,” an elevated cinematic coming-of-age story from Barry L. Levy; “Wonder Pets: In the City,” from Jennifer Oxley; animated series “Goldie” inspired by Emily Brundige’s award-winning short film of the same name; and “BE@RBRICK,” the music-driven, animated series inspired by the iconic collectibles from MEDICOM TOY.

Award-winning all-ages offerings now streaming globally on Apple TV+ also include celebrated live action animated hybrid special, “The Velveteen Rabbit”; the Academy Award and BAFTA Award-winning animated short film “The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse”; Oscar-nominated and BAFTA Award-winning animated film “Wolfwalkers”; Skydance animated feature “Luck”; the BAFTA Award and Humanitas Prize-winning “El Deafo,” BAFTA Award-winning “Lovely Little Farm”; “Duck & Goose”; “Get Rolling With Otis”; Spin Master Entertainment’s “Sago Mini Friends”; WGA Award-winning “Pinecone & Pony”; “Frog and Toad”; The Jim Henson Company’s Emmy Award-winning “Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock”; “Harriet the Spy”; “Slumberkins”; Sesame Workshop’s “Helpsters”; Joseph Gordon-Levitt, HITRECORD and Bento Box Entertainment’s “Wolfboy and the Everything Factory”; Jack McBrayer and Angela C. Santomero’s Emmy Award-nominated “Hello, Jack! The Kindness Show”; Peanuts and WildBrain’s Emmy Award-nominated “Snoopy in Space”; “The Snoopy Show”; and Peabody and Emmy Award-winning series “Stillwater.” Live-action offerings include Bonnie Hunt’s DGA and WGA Award-nominated “Amber Brown”; DGA Award-winning “Best Foot Forward”; “Surfside Girls”; WGA Award-winning “Life By Ella”; Sesame Workshop and Sinking Ship’s Emmy Award-winning “Ghostwriter”; Emmy Award and Environmental Media Association Award winning “Jane” and Scholastic’s “Puppy Place.”

Also featured are “Here We Are: Notes for Living on Planet Earth,” the Emmy Award-winning television event based on the New York Times bestselling book and TIME Best Book of the Year by Oliver Jeffers, and specials from Peanuts and WildBrain including Emmy Award-nominated “Snoopy Presents: It’s the Small Things, Charlie Brown,” “Snoopy Presents: Lucy’s School,” Humanitas and Emmy Award-nominated “Snoopy Presents: To Mom (and Dad), With Love,” “Snoopy Presents: One-of-a-Kind Marcie,” “Snoopy Presents: Welcome Home, Franklin,” Emmy Award-winning “Snoopy Presents: Who Are You, Charlie Brown?” and “Snoopy Presents: For Auld Lang Syne.” Apple TV+ offers premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment, and 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 earned 580 wins and 2,787 award nominations and counting, including multi-Emmy Award-winning comedy “Ted Lasso” and historic Oscar Best Picture winner “CODA.”

Apple TV+ is available on the Apple TV app in over 100 countries and regions, on over 1 billion screens, including iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Vision Pro, Mac, popular smart TVs from Samsung, LG, Sony, VIZIO, TCL and others, Roku and Amazon Fire TV devices, Chromecast with Google TV, PlayStation and Xbox gaming consoles, and at tv.apple.com, for $9.99 per month with a seven-day free trial for new subscribers. For a limited time, customers who purchase and activate a new iPhone, iPad, Apple TV or Mac can enjoy three months of Apple TV+ for free.* For more information, visit apple.com/tvpr and see the full list of supported devices. *Special offer is good for three months after the first activation of the eligible device. One offer per Family Sharing group. Plans automatically renew until canceled. Other restrictions and terms apply; visitapple.com/promo for more information.

Marvel Rivals Unveils Full Details for Season 3.5: The Abyss Awakens

2025/07/30
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Mobile News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Today, Marvel Games and NetEase Games have unveiled full details for Season 3.5: The Abyss Awaken for Marvel Rivals, the award-winning and critically-acclaimed Super Hero Team-Based PVP Shooter that lets players assemble an ever-evolving all-star squad of Super Heroes and Super Villains battling with unique powers across a dynamic lineup of destructible maps from across the Marvel Multiverse. The game’s third season continuation is set to kick off August 8 and will introduce Blade as a playable hero along with a new map, Throne of Knull. Season 3.5 will also introduce new features, Team-Ups and a new game mode: Resource Rumble.

The full details and features for Season 3.5 in Marvel Rivals are below and in the latest episode of Dev Vision.

Season 3.0 further ignited the battle: the mighty Phoenix was ambushed, forcing most of the Phoenix Force to seek refuge within a cosmic egg, awaiting its fiery rebirth. But as heroes clashed, the Phoenix Egg cracked prematurely. The scattered Phoenix Force found new hosts among our heroes, yet it also awakened an ancient evil. Knull, the King in Black, has now risen to full power, wielding the All-Black once more, and his Queen in Black still spreads her wings. Amid this chaos, Blade, forever walking the razor’s edge between two worlds, will be the first to light a fire upon the abyss, bringing fresh power to the fight.

Blade (Duelist) – In Season 3.5, the long-awaited Daywalker finally joins Marvel Rivals! Blade is a true Duelist; his unique bloodline gives him incredible strength, and his mastery of combat puts it to full use. He can pressure foes at mid-to-close range with his shotgun, and reduce their healing at just the right moment, then unleash his ravenous Ancestral Sword, awaken the Dhampir bloodline, and slice through every last enemy! And when the time is right, he will draw the legendary Sword of Dracula, dashing through foes and leaving a deadly trail in his wake. In that moment, Blade is the fiercest force on the battlefield. A true hero never looks back!

A new game mode, Resource Rumble, and its map, Throne of Knull, will arrive with the August 22 update. It will launch in Quick Match first to gather player feedback and fine-tune the experience, before rolling it out for Competitive play. Stay tuned for a gameplay deep dive soon!

Operation: Shield the Community

Great teamwork starts with great communication. To keep Marvel Rivals a positive experience for all, the team has been upgrading the in-game environment. As of July 24, in addition to player reports and manual review, all in-game voice chat will now be automatically screened by the system, with human review. This means we’ll catch more toxic behavior, and players using inappropriate language will be penalized, making the game a better place for everyone.

With the Season 3.5 update, we’re also adding a custom filter for text chat. If a message contains a muted word, it will be filtered out just for you. This feature will empower players to tailor their experience. We’ll also regularly review popular muted words and consider adding them to the official list.

Competitive Quitting Penalties & Compensation

We know how frustrating it is when a teammate leaves a Competitive match. This creates an unfair situation where the team with fewer players has a much harder time winning, and if they stick it out until the end, they still face losing competitive points. To combat this, in Season 3.5, we’re increasing penalties for players who quit: longer bans from Competitive play, and bigger point deductions. For the remaining players who stay, we’ll now offer some point compensation at the end of the match. Plus, surrender votes will require just one less than the number of remaining teammates. If someone leaves due to unavoidable system issues, we’ll review it and handle penalties fairly, and we’re speeding up the appeals process for mistaken bans.

Ignite Mid-Season Finals

From August 6 -10, the Marvel Rivals Ignite Mid-Season Finals will be held in Guangzhou, China! Ten factions from around the world will compete for the championship. Stay tuned to our website and social media for more info.

Season 3.5 Updates and New Team-Ups

The Season 3.5 update brings a fresh round of changes to team-up abilities: We’re removing Guardian Revival (Adam Warlock – Mantis/Star-Lord) and Atlas Bond (Iron Fist – Luna Snow) from play. Loki is leaving the Ragnarok Rebirth (Hela – Thor/Loki) team-up. Two brand new team-ups are being added: Duality Dance (Adam Warlock – Luna Snow) and Vibrant Vitality (Mantis – Groot/Loki). Also, some team-ups are welcoming new members: Iron Fist joins Chilling Assault (Luna Snow – Hawkeye), Star-Lord connects to the Rocket Network (Rocket Raccoon – Peni Parker), and Blade launches into Lunar Force (Cloak & Dagger – Moon Knight).

In addition to the above, players can continue to get all the latest information from the Game Update featuring full Patch Notes and Hero Balance adjustments.

NASCAR 25 Gets Oct 14 Release Date

2025/07/30
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox Series X News

Hope you’re well! I wanted to pass along a quick heads up that iRacing and NASCAR have revealed that NASCAR 25 is launching on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S on Oct 14, 2025, with PC via Steam to follow soon after. Check out the new asset and get ready for the most immersive NASCAR video game yet!

NASCAR 25 is the first standalone NASCAR console title produced by iRacing, the developers behind the most authentic motorsport racing simulation in the world. iRacing is bringing decades of racing expertise to NASCAR 25, including developers who worked on fan-favorite NASCAR games like NASCAR Racing 2003, NASCAR: Dirt to Daytona, and entries from the NASCAR Thunder series.

NASCAR 25 will feature all four premier NASCAR series – the NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series, Craftsman Truck Series, and, appearing along NASCAR series in a standalone title for the first time, the ARCA Menards Series. All four series, along with real drivers from each, will feature extensively in NASCAR 25’s Career Mode, where you’ll customize your own driver and vehicles, manage contracts, money, facility, and staff, and make strategic choices on and off the track that play a pivotal role in your journey to becoming a NASCAR Cup Series champion. The four series are also playable in other gameplay modes such as quick races, seasons, and online multiplayer.

For updates on NASCAR 25, visit www.nascar25.com

House Flipper 2 Launches a Massive Summer Update

2025/07/30
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

According to the House Flipper 2 Roadmap, another major seasonal update has arrived in the game, bringing a substantial amount of new content and features. More items = More fun!

Watch the House Flipper 2 Pool Party Update Teaser
House Flipper 2’s Pool Party Update is available now on PC (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1190970/House_Flipper_2), PlayStation (https://www.playstation.com/en-gb/games/house-flipper-2), and Xbox (https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/house-flipper-2/9N67Z2D5PHW2/0010).

Custom pools are now officially part of the House Flipper experience!

Now, with the introduction of custom pools, creating the perfect backyard is easier and more intuitive than ever.

Two new mechanics have been introduced to enhance co-op gameplay:

Throw Mode and the Water Gun. Whether you’re launching objects or even a piano at another player, or spraying them with water, these additions bring a lighthearted and interactive twist to the experience.

Enhanced Customization Made Simple:

Among the most impactful quality-of-life improvements is the new Customization Panel. Built directly into the Flipper Gun, it allows players to easily modify the details of furniture and decorations. This feature stems from ongoing community feedback, as the development team continues to prioritize smoother, more personalized gameplay.

As with every update, this release also includes a variety of performance improvements and bug fixes, ensuring a more stable and polished gameplay experience.

Developer breaks through the fourth wall with new Summer Splash Contest!

To celebrate the summer season and the release of the latest free update, Frozen District is proud to announce a brand-new community contest: Summer Splash.

Participants will be tasked with transforming a unique “shell” property — featuring a pool at its centre — into a stunning creation. Creativity and imagination are encouraged, as there are no design limits.

The contest will be open from August 1st at 20:00 CEST until August 31st at 23:59 CEST.

The grand prize is an all-expenses-paid trip for two to Kraków, Poland. The winner and their guest will be invited to visit the Frozen District studio, take some trips, explore the historic city alongside the team, and enjoy the full Frozen District experience. Flights, accommodation, and activities will all be fully covered!

For all the info – tune in to the announcement dev stream on Friday 01/08 starting at 17:30 CEST. Good luck to all entrants!

7 Years of the House Flipper Franchise and the first of House Flipper 2

Frozen District prepared a summarized video highlighting the major events and developments that occurred until the first year of House Flipper 2 was released.

The creators continue to work on multiple projects, and the last year was particularly fruitful in terms of events. The coming year promises to be even better, as they are expanding their cooperation with Warner Bros for House Flipper 2 Scooby-Doo™ DLC.

Starz Announces Winter Premiere for Gladiator Drama Spartacus: House of Ashur

2025/07/30
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

STARZ (NASDAQ: STRZ) announced a Winter debut for its epic gladiator drama, “Spartacus: House of Ashur,” with a fiery new teaser trailer released during a panel today at San Diego Comic-Con. The action-packed teaser primed fans for the much-anticipated next chapter in the “Spartacus” franchise, led by executive producer and showrunner Steven S. DeKnight (“Daredevil”). Joining DeKnight on the San Diego Comic-Con panel was the show’s cast, including, Nick E. Tarabay (“Spartacus,” “The Expanse”), Tenika Davis (“Jupiter’s Legacy,” Cabinet of Curiosities), Graham McTavish (“The Witcher,” “House of the Dragon”), Jamaica Vaughan (“Home and Away,” “800 Words”), Jordi Webber (Choose Love, “Prosper”), and Jaime Slater (“Jupiter’s Legacy,” Pacific Rim: Uprising), with Liam McIntyre (“Spartacus: Vengeance,” “Spartacus: War of the Damned”), who played the role of “Spartacus” in previous chapters, moderating.

“Spartacus: House of Ashur” is a thrilling, erotic, history-bending, roller-coaster experience that builds on everything that made the original series a colossal hit. What if he lived, and the Romans rewarded his treachery with the gladiator school where he once bled? Welcome to the House of Ashur. No longer a slave, Ashur has clawed his way to power, owning the same ludus that once owned him. But ruling a band of merciless gladiators is child’s play compared to surviving the savage world of Roman politics — a cutthroat game in which betrayal isn’t a sin, it’s currency. He flips tradition on its head by unleashing Achillia, a fierce and powerful gladiatrix eager to prove herself worthy in a man’s world. Together, they ignite a new kind of spectacle that shocks, disrupts, and offends the elite with every drop of blood.

“Spartacus: Blood and Sand” debuted on STARZ in 2010 and was followed by the prequel series chapter “Spartacus: Gods of the Arena” in 2011, and two additional chapters, “Spartacus: Vengeance” in 2012 and “Spartacus: War of the Damned” in 2013. The original series, “Spartacus,” and all subsequent chapters are available on the STARZ app.

“Spartacus” creator, writer, and executive producer Steven S. DeKnight (“Daredevil”) serves as showrunner and executive producer on “Spartacus: House of Ashur.” Rick Jacobson (“Dark City: The Cleaner,” The Royal Treatment) and Aaron Helbing (“The Flash”, “Mortal Kombat: Legacy”) also serve as executive producers. “Spartacus: House of Ashur” is produced by Lionsgate Television for STARZ.

Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition Evolution Trailer

2025/07/30
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News

Survios, the industry-leading virtual reality studio, debuted the ‘Evolution’ trailer for Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition at San Diego Comic-Con. The best-selling VR game has been re-envisioned for PlayStation 5 and PC, bringing this authentically Alien action-horror experience to new audiences, complete with the most lethal Xenomorphs players have ever encountered. Pre-orders for the Evolved Edition are available now on PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam, with wishlisting available on Epic Games Store.

Set in the Alien film universe, Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One sees players suit up as rogue Colonial Marine Zula Hendricks on a mission to the planet Purdan (LV-354) in search of a former squadmate. After a sudden attack, Zula and her Synthetic companion, Davis 01 find themselves in Gemini Exoplanet Solutions’ hauntingly desolate research facility, Castor’s Cradle.

In the terrifying new trailer, fans get a first look at the Evolved Edition’s even smarter and deadlier Xenomorphs in action, alongside enhanced visuals on display, including running at 60 FPS.

Coming September 30, Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition will launch on PS5 and PC at $29.99 MSRP, with the Digital Deluxe edition available for $39.99

Alien: Rogue Incursion – Part One: Evolved Edition launches September 30, 2025. Pre-orders for Standard and Deluxe Editions are open now for PlayStation 5 and Steam.

Halloween Horror Nights Reveals Five Nights at Freddy’s and WWE Presents: The Horrors of The Wyatt Sicks

2025/07/29
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Halloween, News, Trailers / Videos

Halloween Horror Nights awakens two iconic franchises in all-new terrifying haunted houses inspired by the blockbuster film Five Nights at Freddy’s and WWE’s legendary The Wyatt Sicks. The horror kicks off at Universal Orlando Resort on Friday, August 29 and at Universal Studios Hollywood on Thursday, September 4.

Five Nights at Freddy’s

Guests will fight to survive as they venture through an all-new haunted house inspired by the 2023 hit film Five Nights at Freddy’s, Blumhouse’s highest-grossing movie to date and an adaptation of the horror videogame phenomenon.

Guests will follow in the footsteps of Mike, who was recently fired and desperate for work so that he can keep custody of his little sister, after he accepts a position as a night security guard in an abandoned themed entertainment center: Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria. The terror will start as guests navigate the corridors and learn that nothing at Freddy’s is what it seems when they encounter the supernatural and become lured into the black heart of an unspeakable nightmare.

The journey will bring guests face-to-face with full-scale replicas of the eerie characters from the film—Freddy Fazbear, Chica, Bonnie, Foxy, and Mr. Cupcake—as they stalk visitors through iconic scenes, including the security room and the showroom where the chilling characters performed. The larger-than-life characters for the haunted houses were created in collaboration with Jim Henson’s Creature Shop, who also masterfully produced the animatronics and corresponding costumes for the fan-favorite film.

WWE Presents: The Horrors of The Wyatt Sicks

Guests will be immersed in the world of WWE in the bi-coastal haunted houses “WWE Presents: The Horrors of The Wyatt Sicks,” where they will go head-to-head with Uncle Howdy in an experience that not only features The Wyatt Sicks but honors the legacy of Bray Wyatt. The group derives from the creative mind of Bray Wyatt and was resurrected in 2024 by his brother Bo Dallas, also known as Uncle Howdy – the fearless leader of The Wyatt Sicks. The chilling crew of five has quickly emerged as one of the most disturbing and disruptive groups in WWE history with its ominous presence and portrayal of dark and twisted characters – all of which will come to life at Halloween Horror Nights this fall.

Horror fans brave enough to travel through the light of the lantern will find themselves transported into the maniacal minds of The Wyatt Sicks, where each member reigns supreme within their own horrific domains. There, Uncle Howdy together with Ramblin Rabbit, Mercy the Buzzard, Abby the Witch and Huskus the Pig will be waiting to take bloody retribution on a world that has abandoned them. Along the way, guests will be stalked by the eerie presence of The Fiend, Bray’s sadistic alter ego, who looms within the shadows and beckons them to let him in.

Tickets are now on sale for Halloween Horror Nights at both theme park destinations. Below highlights the variety ticket options available for purchase to attend the events.

Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights

The event will run 48 select nights from August 29 through November 2, and feature 10 terrifying haunted houses, scare zones, live shows and more. Single-night tickets, a variety of Fear Passes and event-inclusive vacation packages are on sale now. Event upgrades such as Universal Express Passes, the R.I.P Tour, Premium Scream Night (only on August 28) and the Behind the Screams: Unmasking the Horror Tour are also available. Guests can also stay near the fear with special vacation packages that include hotel accommodations, daytime admission to Universal’s theme parks, single night admission to Halloween Horror Nights and more – with savings available depending on the length of stay. Plus, hotel guests receive exclusive benefits including access to a dedicated Halloween Horror Nights gate, complimentary resort transportation and more. For additional details on all available products, click here. To learn more about the full slate of terror that awaits at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort, click here.

Universal Studios Hollywood’s Halloween Horror Nights

The event runs select nights from September 4 through November 2. A variety of tickets options are now available, including General Admission, Universal Express, After 2 P.M. Day/Night, the Early Access Ticket, which provides entry to select haunted houses beginning at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change), the premium R.I.P. Tour and popular passes, Frequent Fear Pass and Ultimate Fear Pass, which enable guests to experience the scares again and again. Click here to purchase tickets and for Terms and Conditions.

Fans visiting Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood can find new merchandise and limited release items, including collectibles, apparel and accessories inspired by “Five Nights at Freddy’s” and “WWE Presents: The Horrors of The Wyatt Sicks.” Additionally, new graphic puzzle pieces representing each haunted house are now available to fit into the collectible Halloween Horror Nights frame. Fans can collect these pieces, along with others representing this year’s killer line-up, and assemble within the frame to create a bloody mural inspired by this year’s event. Fans can also purchase Halloween Horror Nights items online at Shop.UniversalOrlando.comv.

For more information and to purchase tickets to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com/Halloween and at Universal Orlando, visit www.UniversalOrlando.com/Halloween.

War Robots: Frontiers Engages Second Phase of Power Surge Season

2025/07/29
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, PlayStation 4 News, PlayStation 5 News, Trailers / Videos, Windows PC News, Xbox One News, Xbox Series X News

War Robots: Frontiers is just about to kick off the second half of its Power Surge season with new content and a fresh battle pass. Expect new Robots, Weapons, and more as players seize the Spark of Ingenuity. Players can collect parts for the Mesa robot as part of the battle pass, which is available in both free and premium versions.

Spark of Ingenuity is available now in War Robots: Frontiers. Check out the new trailer for a look at the new content:

With a highly successful launch in March that brought in 1 million players, War Robots: Frontiers is an online multiplayer mech shooter that blasts the War Robots universe into the stars. Construct and customize your own War Robots, squad up with other Pilots online, and fire up your engines in massive battles on new worlds. Play War Robots: Frontiers free now on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC via Steam and MY.GAMES Launcher.

Razer BlackShark V3 Pro Review: A Home Office Warrior’s Perspective

2025/07/29
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, News, Reviews, Tech News, Tech Review, Trailers / Videos

As a gamer who has been navigating virtual worlds for the better part of three decades, my priorities have shifted. The flashing lights and aggressive aesthetics that once seemed essential have given way to a desire for performance, comfort, and, most importantly, focus. My gaming rig is tucked away in a home office, a space that is rarely as quiet as I’d like. Between the hum of the air conditioner, the distant sounds of family life, and the general background noise of a household, creating an immersive gaming sanctuary can be a challenge. It was with this mindset that I approached the new Razer BlackShark V3 Pro, a headset with a legendary lineage that now promises the one feature I’ve been craving most: active noise cancellation.

From the moment I unboxed it, the V3 Pro felt familiar, yet refined. It retains the classic aviation-style design that has defined the BlackShark series, a look I’ve always found more purposeful and less ostentatious than many of its competitors. Razer hasn’t reinvented the wheel here, but the small improvements are noticeable. The yokes connecting the earcups to the headband feel sturdier than in previous generations, and they now offer about 15 degrees of swivel, a subtle change that makes a significant difference in finding a comfortable, conforming fit. The large, textured volume knob on the left earcup is a brilliant tactile touch, easy to find and adjust without fumbling mid-game.

Comfort, for me, is non-negotiable during long sessions, and the V3 Pro largely delivers. Razer has employed a clever hybrid design for the ear cushions, combining a leatherette base for a solid seal with a soft, breathable cloth top layer. The result is excellent passive noise isolation without the sweaty, sticky feeling that full leatherette cups can produce. At 367 grams, it’s not the lightest headset on the market, but the weight is well-balanced, and the clamping force feels secure without being vice-like. My only minor gripe is with the headband; while padded, it could use just a bit more cushioning to completely eliminate any feeling of pressure on the crown of my head during multi-hour raids.

The headline feature, for my purposes, is the Active Noise Cancellation. Toggled by a dedicated button on the right earcup, the ANC is surprisingly effective for a gaming headset. It excels at eliminating the low-frequency, constant drones that plague my office—the whir of computer fans, the hum of the AC, the low rumble from the dishwasher down the hall. It creates a bubble of focus that is genuinely transformative for immersion. While it won’t completely silence a sudden, sharp noise or a nearby conversation quite like a high-end set of Bose or Sony cans, it’s a massive value-add that puts it a step above most of its gaming-focused rivals.

The core of any gaming headset is its audio performance, and this is where the BlackShark V3 Pro truly asserts its dominance. The headset is equipped with new 50mm TriForce Bio-Cellulose drivers. This advanced diaphragm material is thinner and more rigid than traditional designs, which translates into an astonishingly powerful and clean sound profile. The bass response is where you first notice the difference; it’s deep, impactful, and textured without ever becoming muddy or overwhelming the other frequencies. In action-heavy titles, every explosion and ground-shaking impact is delivered with cinematic force.

 

This low-end prowess is perfectly balanced with crystal-clear mids and highs, creating a wide, detailed soundscape. Positional audio is exceptionally precise. Thanks to the PC-specific THX Spatial Audio, which creates a convincing 7.1.4 virtual surround sound environment, I could pinpoint the direction of enemy footsteps, reloads, and distant gunfire with unnerving accuracy. The only slight blemish on its otherwise stellar audio report is a touch of sharpness in the upper treble. In certain situations, sounds like shattering glass or specific high-pitched weapon effects can come across as a bit shrill, though this was easily tamed with a quick adjustment in Razer’s Synapse software.

Connectivity is another area where Razer has clearly listened to feedback. The primary connection for any serious PC gamer is the new HyperSpeed Wireless Gen-2 dongle. It achieves a blistering 10ms latency, a figure so low that the connection is indistinguishable from a wired one. The dongle itself is a bit unusual, requiring a USB cable to connect to your PC rather than plugging in directly, which feels a bit clunky but does allow you to position it for optimal signal strength. The addition of simultaneous Bluetooth 5.3 is a fantastic quality-of-life feature, allowing me to take a quick call on my phone without ever losing game audio.

And then there’s the microphone. In a world of tinny, compressed headset mics, the BlackShark V3 Pro’s new detachable 12mm microphone is a revelation. With a sampling rate of up to 48kHz, it captures voice with a richness and clarity that is genuinely broadcast-grade. My teammates on Discord immediately commented on the difference, noting my voice sounded more natural and present than ever before. Its only minor weakness is that it isn’t the best at rejecting background noise, so a particularly loud mechanical keyboard might still be audible, but my voice always remained front and center.

The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is a masterclass in iteration. It takes a beloved design and enhances it with meaningful, practical upgrades. For a gamer like me, who values performance and immersion above all else, it’s nearly perfect. The powerful, precise audio, the lag-free wireless connection, the outstanding microphone, and the genuinely useful active noise cancellation combine to create a premium experience that justifies its price tag. It has successfully turned my sometimes-chaotic home office into a dedicated gaming cockpit, and for that, it has earned a permanent place on my desk.

The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro retails for $249.99 and is available now!

Overall Score 5 out of 5

Pros:

  • Phenomenal audio quality
  • Best-in-class wireless performance
  • Broadcast-grade detachable microphone
  • Effective Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
  • Comfortable, breathable hybrid earcups

Cons:

  • Microphone could reject a bit more background noise but I’m nitpicking

Stephen King’s The Long Walk San Diego Comic-Con Trailer Released

2025/07/28
Jerry Paxton
Geek News, Movie News, News, Trailers / Videos

Stephen King’s The Long Walk—starring David Jonsson, Tut Nyuot, Garrett Wareing, and Mark Hamill—shook Hall H at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con®! Producer Roy Lee and screenwriter JT Mollner joined the cast for an electrifying panel, moderated by Eric Vespe and Anthony Breznican, hosts of the Stephen King podcast, The Kingcast.

To start the panel, the crowd was greeted with a pre-recorded message from author Stephen King introducing the debut of the film’s new trailer!

Following the in-room trailer debut, the moderators introduced the cast on stage with Mark Hamill opening his jacket to the crowd showing off his “Based on the novel by Richard Bachman” shirt, paying homage to the pseudonym King used to write The Long Walk, his first written novel.

The panelists discussed their experiences from meeting Stephen King, preserving the shock of Mark Hamill’s chilling performance as The Major, the grueling challenges of walking dozens of miles a day and the camaraderie developed amongst the cast through this once-in-a-lifetime moviemaking experience.

To close out the eventful panel, a special message from Director Francis Lawrence and star Ben Wang played in-room introducing an exclusive viewing of the first 22 minutes of the film – the moment was interrupted with a disclaimer that parts of the footage would be blacked out after being deemed too intense for Hall H – before rolling.

Audiences were left with one question: How far could you go?