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Turtle Beach Launches Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Modular Controller PC Edition

Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: TBCH) and its Victrix brand, today announced the launch of the new Victrix™ Pro BFG™ Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition.

The Victrix Pro BFG Controllers have long been coveted by competitive esports gamers the world over, and the refined Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition adds powerful features. These latest upgrades include magnetic, anti-drift Hall Effect thumbsticks and triggers, a new touch-sensitive trackpad on the front of the controller, back buttons that can be mapped to any controller input as well as to keyboard and mouse inputs, and a 1kHz polling rate for even faster input that’s available when using the controller in wired mode.

The Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition is built for serious PC gamers and is available in North America as a Best Buy retail exclusive and directly from Turtle Beach at www.turtlebeach.com. Globally, the controller is also available on turtlebeach.com and participating retailers for $189.99|£159.99|€179.99 MSRP.

Turtle Beach launched the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller earlier this year for PlayStation® consoles and Xbox, with Techradar giving it a 4.5/5 review score. Tom’s Guide  said, “The Pro BFG Reloaded has quickly become my go-to gamepad,” while MP1st.’s  story features the headline: “The Victrix Pro BFG Controller just got a whole lot better with its new reloaded version.” Gamingtrend also recently reviewed the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded and gave it a full 100/100 score, calling it “Phenominal,” and saying, “The best got better…Just buy a Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded, you won’t regret it.”

“With the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded – PC Edition, we’ve redefined what PC gamers can expect from a controller,” said Cris Keirn, CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. “It delivers tournament-grade performance, deep customization, and the precision competitive players demand.”

The Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition features Hall Effect thumbsticks and triggers, has 11 interchangeable components, plus customizable back button mapping for keyboard, mouse, and other gamepad inputs. It also has Clutch Hair Triggers, and a responsive PC trackpad. The Fightpad module that comes with the version of the controller for PlayStation and Xbox is not included with the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Controller – PC Edition and is sold separately.

For PC gamers wanting to add the Fightpad module to their setup, Turtle Beach launched a standalone Victrix Pro BFG Updated Fightpad Module which comes in black or white colorways for $24.99/£16.99/€19.99 MSRP and features Kailh microswitches as well as the new, reoriented and more ergonomic button layout.

Whether you are grinding ranked matches in FPS, exploring open worlds, or queuing for raids in MMOs, the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded – PC Edition adapts to your playstyle. At its core are customizable modules with built-in Hall-Effect technology, ensuring drift-free precision for consistent and reliable input accuracy. With eleven interchangeable components including various thumbsticks (2 standard caps, 1 dome cap, 1 Sniper Stick), and a selection of D-pads and gates, you can customize your controller for optimal comfort and performance.

Available exclusively on the PC edition, the integrated precision trackpad enables smooth mouse-style navigation. Four mappable back buttons support gamepad inputs and native keyboard and mouse emulation, giving you the freedom to bind abilities or shortcuts without compromise.

This PC edition controller also includes patented audio controls with full PC audio compatibility. Paired with patented 5-stop Hall Effect Clutch Triggers with Hair-Trigger mode, you can fine-tune input for fast response in shooters or gradual control in racing and simulation games. Crush the competition with low-latency wireless freedom up to 30-feet and 20-hours of battery life or plug in with the high-speed USB-C cable for unstoppable wired precision.

The Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition is built to integrate effortlessly into any PC setup, with compatibility on Windows 10/11 and Steam Deck. Remap buttons, configure keyboard and mouse emulation, optimize triggers, and adjust deadzones directly on the Victrix Control Hub PC app.

With pro-level customization and premium build quality, the Victrix Pro BFG Reloaded Wireless Modular Controller – PC Edition is the ultimate controller for PC gamers who refuse to settle. Dominate the competition with a controller built for champions. Victory above everything!

For more information on the latest Turtle Beach products and accessories, visit www.turtlebeach.com , and be sure to follow Turtle Beach on  TikTokTwitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Follow Turtle Beach’s Victrix brand at VictrixPro and on XInstagramFacebook, and YouTube.

Wreckreation Out Now

THQ Nordic and Three Fields Entertainment are thrilled to announce the release of Wreckreation, an open-world arcade racing experience that puts players fully in control of both the driving and the creation. The game is now available for PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S at an SRP of $39.99 / €39.99.

Drive, Build, Destroy – Your World, Your Rules
In Wreckreation, the world truly belongs to the player. The game’s groundbreaking Live Mix system allows instant world editing at any time. Players can reshape their surroundings by dropping loops, ramps, jumps, half pipes, and moving obstacles anywhere on the map. Weather, time of day, and traffic conditions can also be changed on the fly, letting players design their own race conditions and stunt challenges without ever leaving the game world.

The world of Wreckreation spans over 400 square kilometers (150 square miles), offering endless roads, off-road trails, and open spaces to explore. Behind the wheel of more than 50 fully customizable vehicles, players can set their own pace.

Railway Empire 2 – Steel Dragons DLC Out Now

All aboard for the far East – Publisher Kalypso Media and Developer Gaming Minds Studios have officially unleashed the latest DLC Railway Empire 2 – Steel Dragons upon the Middle Kingdom. The latest DLC transports players to nineteenth-century China, where ambition meets innovation (and pandas!) on the tracks of railway history. Steel Dragons is now available on PC (Steam, Epic Games), Xbox on PC, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PlayStation®4|5 for $10.99, with a 10% discount on the Kalypso Store, Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GOG for the first week.

Step into the boots of pioneering railway engineer Zhan Tianyou widely hailed as the “Father of China’s Railroad” to lay the steel framework for a modernized nation. Carve out a fortune on in three fully voiced scenarios: “Humble Beginnings” (1880), “Journey to the West” (1890), and “Of Bicycles and Fireworks” (1900), each with unique strategic offerings, new narrative challenges, and shifting economies across dynamic landscapes.

Explore the vast and ancient regions of the Middle Kingdom in the “China” map playable as one massive expanse or five smaller, more detailed sections. From flourishing bamboo forests to mountain peaks, chart a course across breathtaking terrain, through panda and bustling trade hubs.

Harness the power of 8 new, authentically recreated Chinese locomotives, including the Shènglí 8 and Rocket of China. Keep your empire thriving by transporting 20 regional goods, ranging from Silk and Gunpowder to Traditional Medicine, Fireworks, Bamboo, and more.

Battlefield REDSEC Launches Alongside Battlefield 6 Season 1

Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Battlefield Studios have launched Battlefield REDSEC, a genre shifting free-to-play destination built on Battlefield’s iconic DNA, featuring a bold new take on the Battle Royale genre, an intense squad-based competitive mode called Gauntlet and new ways to unlock the power of Portal. REDSEC launches alongside Season 1 for Battlefield 6™, which brings the battle to Southern California, introducing new seasonal content to the ultimate all-out warfare experience.

Today players can join the fight for free*, with the launch of Battlefield REDSEC, an explosive sandbox set in the backyards and beaches of California in a destructible environment called Fort Lyndon.

As part of this free-to-play package, players can jump into Battlefield’s biggest map ever Fort Lyndon, and experience an explosive new take on the Battle Royale genre. Battlefield’s DNA is fused with the best of the Battle Royale genre, creating unrivaled opportunities for your team to approach each match and achieve ultimate victory. Players drop into a massive battle with 100 players, explore a massive world for powerful loot, and take down enemy squads through Battlefield’s signature gameplay experience.The power of Tactical Destruction brings an entirely new level of strategy to the genre, as players create their own paths to victory or turn the environment into their own deadly weapon while crushing opposing squads. Each round is a bombastic ride, on an incredible cinematic scale that Battlefield is known for.

REDSEC’s free-to-play destination also includes Gauntlet, a new mode which pushes squad competition to a new level of intensity. In this fast-paced elimination mode, 8 teams of 4-player squads compete in a series of dynamic round-based missions in a tournament-style format. Each round consists of 5-minute windows for squads to complete their mission objectives. Prepare for the unexpected as each round, location, and mission will be unique variables.

Players can also go beyond the lines in REDSEC and change the rules of engagement with Battlefield Portal. With this toolset, players can create or discover their own REDSEC experiences on the diverse and ever evolving Fort Lyndon playspace. Create a grueling battle environment with sledgehammers only, fight against the best of the best in a headshot contest or create something truly unexpected, with these powerful scripting and customization tools, all available within the Fort Lyndon sandbox for free.

“Battlefield 6 launched a little over two weeks ago and shattered every franchise record we have, quickly becoming one of the biggest launches of the year…and we’re not done yet,” said Byron Beede, General Manager of Battlefield. “The next chapter of our Battlefield universe launches today with Battlefield REDSEC, our new experience that includes Battle Royale crafted with the series’ explosive DNA, to our cutthroat squad competition mode Gauntlet, and even new ways for our community to build and experience Portal. REDSEC is everything you love about Battlefield – destruction, intense combat, vehicular carnage – in a new, massive playspace that’s free for everyone to experience.”

Starting today across all platforms, Season 1 will offer three distinct phases of content up through the holiday season. Season 1’s first phase called Rogue Operations launches today and features three new weapons, a new map, a new close quarters and high intensity multiplayer mode called Strikepoint, and much more. The new map Blackwell Fields is the latest large-scale all-out-war experience, set in the arid shrublands of Southern California, while the new mode Strikepoint brings REDSEC’s high stakes gameplay into multiplayer with its squad-focus, one-life experience in 4v4 combat. The mode pits small teams against each other in fast rounds, battling over a single capture point.

Season 1 also sees the release of “Rogue Operations” themed Battle Pass with 100 tiers, 6 total paths and 10 prestige tiers. A premium BF Pro tier and premium store content is also available today.

“We already revealed that this is our most ambitious roadmap in Battlefield history and today demonstrates our commitment to that,” said Vince Zampella, Executive Vice President. “This is part of our promise to deliver a wide variety of quality content on a consistent basis, ensuring you’ll always have something new and unexpected to engage with whenever you jump into the fight.”

Two more Season 1 content releases follow this year, with California Resistance launching on November 18 and Winter Offensive launching on December 9. California Resistance includes a new map set in the suburbs of Southern California and a new mode called Sabotage where players must destroy as many sites as possible before the round ends. While Winter Offensive includes special seasonal themed content.

Seasonal content will be released on a consistent basis, adding maps, modes, weapons, and more. All gameplay-impacting features will be free or earnable as part of our commitment to fair play and access for all players. As done with Battlefield Labs, Battlefield Studios will continue to build both Battlefield 6 and REDSEC with players, taking their invaluable feedback into account as these games grow and the Battlefield universe expands.

Battlefield 6 is out now on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (Steam™, EA App, Epic Games Store). The newest entry Battlefield 6 takes the fight to an unprecedented level, with brand new multiplayer modes, a thrilling blockbuster Single Player campaign, the return of Portal offering powerful creator tools, and a host of enhancements that have created a remarkable sandbox where every fight, vehicle, and strategy leads to victory. Battlefield 6 is now available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (Steam™, EA App, Epic Games Store).

Visit us on Battlefield.com. Join the official Battlefield community channels over at discord.gg/Battlefield. Follow us on @Battlefield to stay informed on the latest updates, and @BattlefieldCom for the rollout of live updates.

Police Simulator: Patrol Officers Contraband Expansion Announced

astragon Entertainment and Aesir Interactive are excited to announce the Contraband Expansion for Police Simulator: Patrol Officers, releasing on November 19, 2025 for PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.

The Contraband Expansion introduces a major map expansion into the State of Franklin, where officers assist at two inspection stations connected to the highway. Players will take on new duties involving new types of inspection, document verification, and cargo checks.

Watch the Teaser Trailer for a first glimpse into the new expansion:

Inspect, Analyze, and Protect

With the opening of Franklin’s inspection stations, the Brighton Police Department takes on additional responsibilities. Officers check passports, driver’s licenses, and cargo manifests, looking for errors or forged details. When suspicion arises, vehicles can be redirected for detailed searches of trunks, interiors, and engines to uncover contraband or safety violations.

Work doesn’t stop outdoors: inside the administrative building, officers handle desk inspections and question individuals to verify travel and cargo details.

Advanced Tools and Equipment

With the Contraband Expansion, Officers gain access to advanced inspection technology including the biometric kiosk, inspection mirror, X-ray scanner, and substance analyzer. The Titan Police SUV joins their fleet, ready for patrols and pursuits.

Observation towers and binoculars help monitor the area, while new watchtower duties allow officers to oversee the border zone, report incidents, maintain perimeter safety and repair the fence if necessary.

Dynamic Scenarios and Cooperative Gameplay

Every check holds the risk of escalation when suspects try to flee, resist, or start a pursuit. These moments can become even more intense when combined with the Highway Patrol Expansion, resulting in high-speed chases on the highway. Officers can also use the new non-lethal shotgun to safely detain resisting suspects when necessary.

All new features can be experienced solo or in multiplayer, with full DLC sharing support, ensuring every partner can participate in the new duties regardless of ownership.

Key Features 

  • Map expansion into the State of Franklin with two new inspection stations
  • Document, vehicle, and cargo checks with realistic systems
  • Indoor desk work for document review and questioning
  • Titan Police SUV and advanced inspection equipment
  • Watchtower duty, binoculars, and fence repair
  • Dynamic scenarios, suspect resistance, and multiplayer support

The Séance of Blake Manor Launch Trailer

Today, Swedish indie publisher Raw Fury and Irish developer Spooky Doorway launched their first-person supernatural detective game The Séance of Blake Manor for PC. Players can get into the spooky spirit and embark on a thrilling journey to search for the vanished Evelyn Deane at the mysterious Blake Manor today.

Set in Victorian Ireland, The Séance of Blake Manor places players in the gumshoes of Private Investigator Declan Ward as they search for the vanished Evelyn Deane at Blake Manor. To further their investigation, they will need to interview and interrogate an eclectic group of suspects to learn more about their motivations and investigate them to unearth hidden clues from their appearance. Recording details, making connections and cross-referencing evidence will be key to uncovering the truth about Blake Manor and the whereabouts of Evelyn Deane.

Key Features in The Séance of Blake Manor include: 

  • Embark on a Supernatural Mystery Inspired by Irish Mythology – Set in Ireland in the late 19th century, Blake Manor is filled with numerous intriguing characters, each with their own secrets and tales to tell. The game explores religion, class divide and the supernatural, with a huge part of the game’s influence being the Victorian era and ancient mythology of the Celts.
  • Elicit the Truth with Immersive Detective Mechanics – Players must use immersive detective mechanics to investigate and make the logical leaps necessary to uncover clues and contradictions to solve the central mystery of the story.
  • Revel in a Beautiful, Comic-Book Art Style – Inspired by the artwork of Mike Mignola (Hellboy, The Amazing Screw-On Head), Edward Risso (100 Bullets, Batman: Broken City) and Tim Sale (Batman: The Long Halloween), The Séance of Blake Manor is presented in a graphic comic style, where every frame looks like it has been hand drawn and items are examined through comic panels.
  • Engage with a Dynamic Soundtrack – The period-appropriate soundtrack is dynamically driven by the location and gameplay, adapting to the situation as the story progresses.  The soundtrack complements the branching dialogues and impactful choices of characters that will ultimately change how players solve the mysteries of Blake Manor.

System Shock Indie Horror Showcase Switch Trailer

Last week, at DreadXP’s Indie Horror Showcase, Nightdive Studios announced that its award-winning sci-fi horror action remake, System Shock, is coming to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.

Nightdive Studios’ stunningly faithful recreation of the 1994 sci-fi action shooter/immersive sim was released to critical acclaim for PC in 2023 and consoles in 2024. Soon, Nintendo gamers will experience this classic for the very first time; the original evil rogue AI, SHODAN, will flaunt her superiority from the palms of their hands as they journey through the dark depths of Citadel Station.

The System Shock remake combines the gameplay of the original title with HD visuals, updated controls, an overhauled interface, and new sounds and music. A legion of hostile and mutated creatures — created and controlled by the delightfully villainous SHODAN — await players as they make their way through Citadel Station. Players will also encounter traps, puzzles, and secrets in their pursuit of escape. A combination of stealth, cunning, and futuristic weaponry will be required to survive.

During development, Nightdive Studios worked closely with many of the original System Shock team members, including Terri Brosius, the original voice of one of gaming’s most iconic villains: SHODAN.

In the Nintendo Switch 1|2 ports of System Shock, players can expect an array of features such as Joy-Con 2 mouse support for the Switch 2, gyro aiming, various community-request features, and 1080p 60FPS support on Switch 2.

ONCE UPON A KATAMARI Out Now

After fourteen years since their last game, The King of All Cosmos and The Prince are back in the latest entry in the KATAMARI DAMACY™ series with Once Upon A KATAMARI™, now available worldwide. Developed by RENGAME and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., it will be up to players once more to help The Prince restore the stars to the heavens after the mighty King of All Cosmos accidentally destroys the earth. This time, players will take The Prince and his Katamari — a rolling ball that collects everything it touches starting from smaller objects and gradually to bigger ones — across time itself, gathering up objects through history to replace the starry sky. Visit the Jurassic Period, the Ice Age, historic Japan and more set to one of the most iconic soundtracks in gaming history in Once Upon A KATAMARI, now available worldwide on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam®, and Nintendo Switch™. For more information, visit www.bandainamcoent.com/games/once-upon-a-katamari

In Once Upon A KATAMARI, players will experience the series like never before, on a journey across time featuring new stages, and with a new competitive multiplayer mode. The game’s memorable music returns with a new soundtrack, new customization options, and fun tools such as a new magnet to pull in nearby items. Players can choose to play as The Prince or any of the 68 cousins, all of whom can be customized with different colors and facial features. Use the customized character to standout in KatamariBall, a new four-player competitive mode where players attempt to roll the largest Katamari and convert it into points within a limited time. KatamariBall will support both online multiplayer and offline play against CPU opponents.

Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition Out Now

Today one of the most thrilling action franchises in the world comes home to gaming consoles with Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition! Inspired by the adrenaline-fueled saga from Universal Pictures, Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition is out now on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S for $29.99. Race at full throttle through exciting tracks in single-player or grab a friend and experience nonstop arcade rivalry in two-player split-screen local multiplayer!

Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition delivers high-speed racing and pedal-to-the-metal action straight from the arcade to consoles! Hit the road in eight legendary supercars, including the Dodge Charger, Corvette Z06, Shelby GT500 KR, Ford GT, Bronco DR, Jeep Wrangler and more – plus customize your car with unique color schemes.

Compete across each of the original arcade game’s tracks solo or in split-screen with a friend and discover destructible environments, branching paths, and stealth shortcuts that can turn the tide in an instant. Take on thrilling challenges with high-stakes objectives like intercepting a missile in the Swiss Alps or grounding a plane in the heart of Hong Kong!

Key Game Features

  • High-Speed, Adrenaline-Fueled Arcade Racing: Race across high-intensity tracks in licensed supercars with cinematic style, with pure drifting, nitro boosts, and precision driving that capture the thrill of the original arcade classic.
  • The Top-Tier Arcade Racer, Brought to Consoles: Experience the full-throttle thrills of the arcade game at home, now optimized for consoles with the same explosive action that made the original a fan favorite in arcades.
  • Race Iconic Vehicles: Hit the road in 8 legendary cars, including the Dodge Charger, Corvette Z06, Shelby GT500 KR, Ford GT, Bronco DR, Jeep Wrangler, and more.
  • Customize Your Look, Your Way: Style your ride with custom vehicle color schemes that let you stand out on the track and show off your personality.
  • Dominate Fiercely Intense Courses: Burn rubber through all the original arcade tracks, with bold and diverse environments that push your driving skills to the limit.
  • Tackle Secret Missions Around the World: Complete bonus challenges with explosive objectives like stopping a missile in the Swiss Alps or grounding a plane in Hong Kong.
  • Unleash Chaos with Hidden Shortcuts: Discover destructible environments, branching paths, and sneaky shortcuts that can shake up any race and reward risk-takers.
  • Race Together in Local Multiplayer: Grab a friend and hit the track with 2 players in split-screen local multiplayer, bringing the arcade rivalry home with side-by-side action and nonstop competition.

Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition is out now on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. This title is developed by Cradle Games and published by GameMill Entertainment, in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences.

Hot Wheels Let’s Race: Ultimate Speed Out Now

Mattel, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAT), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, in partnership with GameMill Entertainment, today launched Hot Wheels Let’s Race: Ultimate Speed, a high-octane arcade racer inspired by the hit Netflix animated television series Hot Wheels Let’s Race. The family-friendly video game is available now on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

Hot Wheels Let’s Race: Ultimate Speed is available across all platforms in multiple editions: the Standard version ($39.99); the Digital Deluxe Edition, including the High Voltage Speed DLC Pack with new cars, decals, and track parts ($49.99); and a physical Limited Edition for Nintendo Switch, including the DLC and a Hot Wheels GT-Scorcher die-cast vehicle – only available at select retailers ($39.99). The High Voltage Speed DLC Pack can also be purchased separately for $14.99.

An action-packed animated series for kids, Hot Wheels Let’s Race follows Coop and his next-gen racing friends as they put the pedal to the metal at racing camp. Hot Wheels Let’s Race: Ultimate Speed lets fans race as Coop and crew in a variety of exciting game modes, conquering wild tracks, facing epic bosses, and building custom, over-the-top courses in a brand-new family-friendly racer.

KEY FEATURES

  • PLAY AS YOUR FAVORITE RACERS: Choose between your favorite Hot Wheels Let’s Race characters, including Coop, Spark, Mac, Brights, Axle, and Cruise!
  • HOT WHEELS ICONS & TRACKS: Select from a lineup of iconic Hot Wheels vehicles, like the GT-Scorcher, Super Twin Mill, Roger Dodger and Duck N’ Roll, each with their own unique handling, abilities, and style. Zoom through 12 wild, over-the-top tracks based on the series.
  • BOSS SHOWDOWNS: Face off against massive bosses, like Professor Rearview’s giant cobra and his fire-breathing dragon, in fast-paced, action-packed battles on the track. Each encounter brings unforgettable moments at the finish line.
  • RACE TO WIN: Experience five thrilling gameplay modes, including Racing Camp, Cup Champ, Speed Trials, Track Builder, and Free Races, featuring fast, fluid controls built for high-speed competition. Race solo or with friends in local four-player split-screen multiplayer.
  • ULTIMATE CUSTOMIZATION: Earn flame badges to unlock new cars, decals, and track parts in the Ultimate Garage. Customize your own Hot Wheels car and show it off on the track.

For Hot Wheels Let’s Race fans, all three seasons are now on Netflix. The series theme song is available on YouTube and streaming platforms globally, and for even more high-octane fun, Hot Wheels: Ultimate Handbook is available now.

Hot Wheels Let’s Race: Ultimate Speed is licensed by Mattel, developed by Bamtang Games, and published by GameMill Entertainment.