May 3, 2019 – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and IO Interactive today released the HITMAN 2 Elusive Target mission, The Undying Returns, starring international actor Sean Bean, who returns as former MI5 agent turned freelance assassin, Mark Faba. Starting today, players have until June 3 to take out Mark Faba in this high-stakes contract that can only be tried once. This is also a new chance for those who have attempted to eliminate Mark Faba in the past.
The Undying Returns mission is free for all players who have access to the Miami location, including those who picked up the HITMAN 2 Miami Pack that became available as a standalone purchase earlier this week for $14.99, providing full access to the Miami location, as well as all associated missions, modes and content. Launching the mission will also unlock Lil’ Flashy – a flash grenade disguised as a robot into your inventory.
May 2, 2019 – Paradox Interactive has today revealed the first full-blood Vampire clan in Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2: Brujah! The Brujah are rebels and firestarters who favor brute strength and celebrate the raw power of their bloodline.
Check out this video to learn more about the Brujah, their background, and get a sneak peek at one of their abilities:
Known as “The Rabble” to other Vampires, the Brujah have never been a large part of Seattle’s Kindred community. Many of the city’s Brujah are leftovers from failed Anarch movements and claim to be unaffiliated with Seattle’s political factions. Brujah clan members gather at a “Bash”, best described as a fight club for the undead, where they assert their physical superiority over other clans.
You can head over to the Paradox Interactive Twitch starting right now (12 p.m. Eastern) where the Bloodlines 2 team is giving a breakdown of the Brujah clan: https://www.twitch.tv/paradoxinteractive.
The Brujahs’ powers are as overwhelming as their convictions. Players who join the Rabble can unlock two ancient disciplines that enhance their physical abilities: Potence and Celerity. Potence is the Brujah’s signature discipline and imbues their undead bodies with the pinnacle of raw Kindred strength – nobody underestimates the strength of a Brujah twice. While Potence enhances strength, Celerity enhances a Brujah’s speed, allowing them to strike faster, dodge quicker, and escape more nimbly than any mortal creature.
Learn more details about the Brujah’s disciplines and their powers below:
Potence
Fist of Caine – Deliver a devastating punch that turns walls into rubble and throws enemies through the air. Upgrades to Fist of Cain enhance the devastating effects even further.
Earthshock – Smash the ground with titanic force, creating a shockwave around the player that damages and knocks down anyone who dares to stray too close. Upgrading Earthshock causes the Brujah’s onslaught to send out fissures, damaging anyone caught in the cataclysm.
Celerity
Unseen Storm – Dash in any direction with such speed that you momentarily disappear from view, allowing you to land attacks, dodge around enemies, or get away before the dust has settled. Upgrades further enhance the effects of Unseen Storm.
Accelerate – Move so fast that everything else in the world appears to slow down to a standstill. Assailants seem frozen in their attacks, cars crawl forward, bullets zip by lazily, and the vampire can perform stunts that, with an 80’s synth track in the background, would make for an awesome movie scene. Upgrades further enhance the effects of Accelerate.
Of note, the use of Potence or Celerity in front of any mortal is a Masquerade Violation.
Players who join the Brujah clan can use these disciplines in addition to the individual powers from their Thinblood past.
Oxford, May 1st 2019 – Independent developer and publisher Rebellion today released a new trailer for Sniper Elite V2 Remastered, detailing ‘7 Reasons to Upgrade’ to the hotly anticipated remaster of the studio’s 2012 classic.
On top of 4K and HDR support on available platforms, Sniper Elite V2 Remastered features beautifully updated environments, characters, weapons and vehicles, modernized rendering and post-processing effects, enhanced texturing and level geometry, a revamped lighting system, and dozens upon dozens of improvements and refinements.
In addition to visual upgrades, Sniper Elite V2 Remastered introduces a brand new frame-by-frame photo mode, seven new playable characters from Rebellion’s Zombie Army series, expanded multiplayer for up to 16 players online*, and all the additional content ever released for the game, FREE.
⦁ Incredible Remastered Visuals – Sniper Elite V2 Remastered features beautifully updated environments, characters, weapons and vehicles, modernized rendering and post-processing effects, enhanced texturing and level geometry, a revamped lighting system, and dozens upon dozens of improvements and refinements.
⦁ New Frame-by-frame Photo Mode – Pause and step through the action frame-by-frame, position the camera, apply a filter, adjust the lighting and take stunning photos to share with the community. Including your epic X-Ray kill camera shots.
⦁ New Playable Characters – For the first time, play the campaign and multiplayer modes as one of 8 new characters from Rebellion’s Zombie Army series.
⦁ Optional 60fps Performance Mode – On supported platforms, enjoy Sniper Elite V2 Remastered’s epic campaign in super smooth 60 frames-per-second.
⦁ All DLC Included – Experience the infamous “Kill Hitler” mission. Take the fight to new fronts in three new campaign levels. Hunt your foes with a variety of iconic weapons including the Lee Enfield MK III, M1D Garrand, M1 Carbine and more.
⦁ Multiplayer & Co-Op – Gather your squad and compete in 7 uniquely tense multiplayer modes, now for up to 16 players online*. Including Deathmatch, Distance King, Dogtag Harvest and Capture the Flag
⦁ 4K and HDR support – Stunning 4K HDR support** transports you to the front line
Sniper Elite V2 Remastered will launch May 14th, for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch. The game is available to pre-order now for £29.99/$34.99/€34.99, with a special 10% discount on digital purchases available across all platforms. Steam users who already own the original edition of Sniper Elite V2 can upgrade to Sniper Elite V2 Remastered for just £6.99/$9.99/€9.99.
Krakow, Poland – April 30th, 2019. All in! Games is proud to announce Space Company Simulator. Inspired by the likes of Civilization and GameDev Tycoon, the game puts players in charge of a massive space corporation to rival the best minds in the world. Lead your company to financial and technological dominance: launch rockets, satellites, spaceships, and orbital stations. Become a major player in the space industry – and win the race to the stars!
About Space Company Simulator
Space Company Simulator presents the most authentic take on running a space corporation to date. From assembling a world-class team and researching new technologies to handling your space missions, players will be immersed in the intricate details of space exploration.
Become a president of a space company and lead it to financial and technological dominance.
Assemble an industry-leading team or train your loyal workers into aerospace geniuses.
Invent new technologies and improve your research with every space mission
Compete for the big contracts to generate funds and ensure profitability
Face other fast-developing corporations: defeat cunning AI players through various victory conditions.
“This is management sim we always wanted to make,” says Szymon Janus, Studio Head at INTERMARUM. “We have researched hundreds of pages of NASA reports and other aeronautical sources of information making the game as realistic as possible, but keeping the gameplay fun and accessible. We’re looking forward to sharing the game with all space enthusiasts out there!”
Space Company Simulator is created by space enthusiasts at the Polish independent studio INTERMARUM. The team has put in hundreds of hours of painstaking research to include every aspect of space exploration into the game.
Space Company Simulator is set to launch exclusively on PC in Q3 2019.
Redmond, Wash. – April 30, 2019 – GAEMS, the pioneers of no-compromise gaming on the go, today announced the launch of an Indiegogo campaign for the all-new Guardian™ Pro XP, the premier Portable Gaming Environment for pro gamers, serious streamers and content creators. The campaign runs through June 15 and can be found at https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/gaems-guardian-pre-perk-packs/
“Our amazing community has always been at the core of everything we create, and they want a professional-grade, portable product that can keep up with the demands of streaming and esports competitions,” said John Smith, co-founder of GAEMS. “Creators need to be putting out fresh content even when traveling or at events, so we built the Guardian with HDMI output, mounts for mics, lights and cameras and even the ability to charge accessories. It’s a fully functional studio that you can carry on a plane.”
Expand your gaming reach without compromise. Guardian features an ultra-low latency 24” Quad-HD anti-glare IPS gaming monitor with HDR support and FreeSync technology for total immersion. The proprietary GAEMS Dynamic SoundStage™ surrounds you with rich sound created by a 12W integrated power amp powering 9W chambered, stereo speakers and passive subwoofers, or game to yourself using the 3.5mm audio jack. Charge your controllers, phones and other devices conveniently through the Guardian Media Center. Mount your streaming camera, custom microphone or lighting solution to the patented Pic rail of your open Guardian and look sharp for the content you create! Capture your game stream via the integrated HDMI output and see why splitters are yesterday’s news.
Key specs for Guardian Pro XP include:
Patented industrial-grade hard-shell case with integrated Picatinny Rail system for mounting cameras, microphones, lighting and other content creator equipment
24” Quad HD IPS AUO gaming panel utilizing GAEMS Technology™
Proprietary Dynamic SoundStage™ with 12W power amp, chambered 9W speakers, passive subwoofers and Surround Processor
Integrated Media Center with HDMI 1.4 Input, 3.5 Headphone Jack, High Speed USB Hub Port (from console power) to 3x USB Ports (1x USB 3.0 @ 1.8A and 2x USB 3.0 @ 0.9A) duplicating console functions and providing passive power for charging while Guardian is off
External HDMI Output for sharing media content to streaming equipment or secondary screens
HDMI 1.4 cable
AC 100v-240v/DC, 19V, 4.74 Amp Power adapter
Product Dimensions (inches): 23.45” w x 16.9” d x 4.79” h
Compatibility: Xbox One S, Xbox One X, PlayStation 4 Pro, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 4Slim & fits some Micro ATX PC hardware
The Guardian Pro XP™ is expected to be available this summer. For more information, visit the Indiegogo page at https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/gaems-guardian-pre-perk-packs/ and follow us on social media at Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to keep up with all the latest news.
April 30, 2019 – On the outskirts of Calico, a new expedition in an uncharted territory awaits eager explorers with the debut of the park’s newest attraction, Calico River Rapids. Opening on Friday, May 17th, the new white water raft ride takes explorers on a search for new land where indigenous wildlife, treacherous roaring rapids, dynamic water effects plus a variety of wild surprises will be encountered along the way. The attraction comes to life with new animatronics and special effects designed and manufactured by Garner Holt Productions, Inc.
OSLO, Norway – April 30th, 2019 – In just thirty days, the new RTS from the Command & Conquer veterans at Petroglyph will finally make its debut. Launching on Steam on May 30th, Conan Unconquered is a real-time survival strategy game and the first ever strategy game set in the brutal and savage world of Conan the Barbarian. One of the key features of the game is the ability to play it fully co-op, working together with another player to build a fortified base and fighting back the invading forces. Today, Funcom and Petroglyph released the first gameplay video showing more than 20 minutes of co-op gameplay. The two players working together to fight back the attacking hordes are Petroglyph Designer Renato Orellana and Funcom Community Manager Jens Erik Vaaler.
Conan Unconquered is a fast-paced strategy game where players face wave after wave of enemies in ever-increasing numbers and difficulty. To withstand the savage hordes players must build an unconquerable stronghold and put up walls and other defensive measures to avoid utter destruction. While the game can be played entirely in single-player, two players can also play together online to build a shared stronghold while fending off the enemy hordes allowing for a unique, cooperative multiplayer experience.
The game is currently available for pre-order on Steam and via www.conanunconquered.com.
April 29, 2019 – Bohemia Interactive and Vertexmacht are proud to announce today’s release of the first Arma 3 Creator DLC: Global Mobilization – Cold War Germany. This new content pack for Arma 3, which is made by third-party developer Vertexmacht and published by Bohemia Interactive, is further introduced in a trailer (watch on YouTube).
Global Mobilization – Cold War Germany takes Arma back to the 1980s, and deploys players to northern Germany. Besides a massive terrain, the DLC features tons of new vehicles, weapons, clothing and gear, plus a singleplayer campaign and a range of multiplayer scenarios. Its developer, Vertexmacht, consists of a two-man team with extensive experience in both professional game development and military service, as well as a longstanding history of participating in the Arma modding community.
Key features of Global Mobilization – Cold War Germany DLC:
419 km2 “Weferlingen” terrain
West and East Germany factions
42 vehicles and vehicle variants
21 weapons including variants
Various infantry clothing and gear
10-mission singleplayer campaign
17 multiplayer scenarios
A more detailed product description can be found on Global Mobilization’s Steam or Bohemia Store page, where the DLC is available for purchase for 19.99 EUR / 22.99 USD / 16.99 GBP (with a 10% early bird discount this entire week).
With Creator DLC such as Global Mobilization – Cold War Germany, Bohemia Interactive aims to provide more original quality content to Arma 3 players, create an opportunity for outside talent to earn a financial reward, while also making it possible to invest more into the Arma series’ long-term future. For more information, please feel welcome to read the latest Arma 3 blog post, and be sure to visit the Creator DLC webpage, which includes answers to some of the most Frequently Asked Questions regarding this new initiative.
Alongside today’s release, Bohemia Interactive announces a permanent price drop for the Arma 3 base game and previously released Arma 3 DLC packs. The Arma base game will now sell for 27.99 EUR / 29.99 USD / 23.99 GBP (previously 34.99 EUR / 39.99 USD / 29.99 GBP), while most Arma 3 DLC packs (except for Karts and Tac-Ops) have been dropped in price to 8.99 EUR / 9.99 USD / 7.49 GBP. The prices of Arma 3 editions and bundles have also been adjusted to be in line with these changes.
To keep track of all the latest news, we also recommend to follow Arma 3 on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Steam.
April 29, 2019 – When it rains in Elsweyr, it pours. Not only does the threat of dragons loom overhead in Elder Scrolls Online’s newest chapter, it’s also coming from below in the form of the undead, rising from the grave and into the fray courtesy of the long-awaited Necromancer Class coming in Elder Scrolls Online: Elsweyr.
WATCH the new trailer highlighting the destructive tendencies of the Necromancer Class here:
Here in Elsweyr, all things are possible, and commanding your own personal army of undead may be your best chance at fighting back against the invading forces, be they Imperials, dragons, or other Necromancers that aren’t as friendly as you. Head to elderscrollsonline.com to pre-order and to learn more about what’s new in ESO: Elsweyr, coming to PC/Mac, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on June 4.
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif., ORLANDO, Fla. (April 29, 2019) – “Universal Monsters” will come to life in all-new terrifying Halloween Horror Nights mazes at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, inspired by Universal’s original cinematic monsters and the movie studio that invented the horror films. The terrifying experiences on both coasts will wake some of the most frightening and legendary monsters in horror history and bring them face-to-face with guests at the nation’s premier Halloween events.
On the heels of last year’s successful “Universal Monsters” experience, Universal Studios Hollywood will introduce an all-new horrifying maze, “Frankenstein Meets The Wolf Man,” that delves deeper into the Universal Monsters’ lore. Loosely based on Universal’s 1943 horror movie of the same name, this reimagined tale for the 21st century takes guests on a terrifying journey that bears witness to a deadly confrontation between these two horror icons and the epic battle that rages between them. Guests will follow in the footsteps of the Frankenstein Monster, lured by exotic music towards a nearby gypsy camp while desperately seeking sanctuary from a mob of angry villagers determined to destroy him. It is within the gypsy encampment that the Frankenstein Monster meets The Wolf Man and where the madness begins as guests are led along a path of destruction through the murky Moors, to a creepy cemetery and into the smoldering ruins of Castle Frankenstein and its icy cellars beneath.
Once again, GRAMMY® Award-winning musician, SLASH, long hailed as one of the best electric guitar-players of all time, will collaborate with Universal Studios Hollywood to compose an original score for the maze. Click here to witness the rise of the undead that begins this fall at Universal Studios Hollywood.
At Universal Orlando Resort, guests will be hunted by every single grisly monster from the anthology, including Dracula, The Wolf Man and Frankenstein, in the all-new experience, “Universal Monsters.” Each sinister environment will bleed from one to the next as guests press through the darkened realms of horrifying creatures. Guests will face bloody terrors in Dracula’s castle and flee from what is behind the cryptic howls of the grim forest. They’ll run from the horrifying manmade monster within Dr. Frankenstein’s laboratory, and fall prey to an ancient Egyptian curse as they are pursued by the evil Mummy. Guests will try to escape the mysterious Creature lurking in the Black Lagoon, or become victims of other horrors waiting in the shadows. Click here to witness the terror that is coming to Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort.
Universal Studios’ “Halloween Horror Nights” is the ultimate Halloween event. For more than 25 years, guests from around the world have visited “Halloween Horror Nights” to become victims inside their own horror film. Multiple movie-quality mazes based on iconic horror television shows, films and original stories come to life season after season. And, the streets of each park’s event are transformed into highly-themed scare zones where menacing scare-actors lunge from every darkened corner.
“Halloween Horror Nights” begins Friday, September 6 in Orlando and on Friday, September 13 in Hollywood. Additional details about the events will be revealed soon. A limited time ticket offer and vacation package for Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights are on sale now. For more information about “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort, visit www.HalloweenHorrorNights.com.
