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Laser League Launch Trailer

2018/05/10

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CALABASAS, Calif. – May 10, 2018 – Laser League, the arcade-style multiplayer action sport of the future from indie publisher 505 Games and BAFTA award-winning development studio Roll7, is available now for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Steam on PC. Offering up intense online or local multiplayer matches with friends, Laser League’s frenetic yet intuitive gameplay is easy to play but difficult to master, in a throwback to the heyday of gaming’s more approachable arcade action. To celebrate the launch, 505 Games and Roll7 are offering a 40% discount on Steam from now through May 16. Additionally, Laser League is currently free to Microsoft Gamepass Members.

This exhilarating, high-speed contact sport of 2150 pits players against the opposition for control of nodes that bathe the arena in deadly lasers. Evading rival colored beams, teams attempt to eliminate their opponents with speed, skill and strategy. Special offensive and defensive abilities – as well as game-changing power-ups on the arena floor – provide an edge at crucial moments. Like all great sports, Laser League is immediately accessible and understandable, but rewards dedication with deceptively complex strategic possibilities. Catch a glimpse of the fast-paced action in a new trailer:

Laser League launches with a wealth of content refined in its Early Access program, including:

6 unique classes; Blade, Smash, Thief, Ghost, Shock and Snipe
16 maps with unique laser patterns
15 power-ups with the possibility to drastically alter the match
12 modifier effects to adjust each class to best suit your playstyle
4 international stadiums packed with cheering fans
Over 250 unique character customizations

Laser League on Steam also launches with seven additional maps, two stadiums and two new power-ups included in the price of purchase, along with six unique new modifiers, providing a new way to play each of the game’s classes. On top of this, 505 Games and Roll7 are also launching the NewMotion Brand DLC, which includes two new player models, eight kits, exclusive laser patterns, emojis and character portraits for $1.99. The added content and DLC will be available on console later in May.

For more information on the game, please visit www.laserleaguegame.com.

THE PREDATOR Teaser Trailer Released

2018/05/10

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May 10, 2018 – 20th Century Fox has released the first teaser trailer for THE PREDATOR, directed by Shane Black and starring Boyd Holbrook, Trevante Rhodes, Jacob Tremblay, Keegan-Michael Key, Olivia Munn, Sterling K. Brown, Alfie Allen, Thomas Jane, Augusto Aguilera, Jake Busey and Yvonne Strahovski.

THE PREDATOR hits theaters everywhere on September 14, 2018

NBA Playgrounds 2 Gameplay Trailer

2018/05/09

Jerry Paxton

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MAPLEWOOD, N.J. – May 9, 2018 – Independent studio Saber Interactive has announced that NBA Playgrounds 2, the smash-hit arcade-action sports game sequel, will arrive on May 22, 2018, for $19.99 on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™ and Windows PC.

NBA Playgrounds 2’s first official gameplay trailer shows how it’s taking the series’ over-the-top, two-on-two street action even higher on new playgrounds around the world. New features include Playgrounds Championship mode, a worldwide ranked league with multiple competitive solo and co-op ladders, as well as a new single-player Season mode that recreates the experience of leading a team through the regular season and playoffs. There’s also four-player online matches, co-op matches against AI, improved matchmaking with dedicated servers, the return of three-point contests, custom matches, and more!

Putting the sport’s biggest players front and center, NBA Playgrounds 2 will launch with over 200 current and retired NBA players – including Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, James Harden, Kyrie Irving, LeBron James, Russell Westbrook, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis, DeMar DeRozan, Damian Lillard, Karl-Anthony Towns, Shaquille O’Neal, Magic Johnson, Dr. J., Allen Iverson and Larry Bird. There are also new moves and power-ups to bust out, improved AI, and new player models and animations.

NBA Playgrounds 2 is rated E (Everyone) by the ESRB. For more information, visit playgroundsgame.com, and follow the series on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Agony Story Trailer

2018/05/09

Jerry Paxton

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Walnut Creek, Calif. – May 9, 2018 – Developer Madmind Studios and publisher Maximum Games revealed more narrative details for the highly anticipated horror game Agony, releasing May 29^th on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC.

Today’s trailer showcases tormented souls awakening in a nightmare world and sets the tone for the horrific, immersive world of Agony where we get our first glimpses of what our protagonist’s journey entails: an existence ruled by the mysterious Red Goddess, who’s hold over all around her is inescapable. If you’re to escape her reign, you’ll need to learn how to defeat some of the most grotesque and dangerous creatures that hell has ever known.

Agony throws players in the midst of hell where they strive to stay alive and solve the riddle behind the mysterious Red Goddess; architect of this place of sorrow and pain, and the sole entity with knowledge of how escape… but there is more to the story than it seems. Haunted by nightmare creatures, players gain the ability to possess demons and other souls to find their way out of hell.

Since its announcement, Agony has been featured on numerous “Most Anticipated Horror Games 2018” lists and the Kickstarter-financed title is poised to challenge players with its brutal and malevolent environments as one of the premier horror titles of the year.

Agony features a full-fledged story mode as well as an open challenge system that randomly generates levels for players to explore and survive to gain new high scores.

AO International Tennis Launch Trailer

2018/05/08

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MELBOURNE, Australia – May 8, 2018 – Big Ant Studios and Tennis Australia are delighted to announce AO International Tennis is available today in digital stores across North America for $49.99. Starting today, tennis fans from around the world will be able to jump onto the PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Steam to pick up their copy and compete in realistic, authentic, deep simulations of tennis while putting themselves right into the biggest tournaments around the world.

AO International Tennis’ key feature is the depth of its customization. In addition to making your own decals and logos for your uniforms and equipment, you’ll be recreating your favorite stadia and venues through the comprehensive editor, and even putting yourself right into the experience through PlayFace™: the most advanced visual editor in a sports game ever, allowing you to take a photo and superimpose yourself onto an in-game character for true photo-realism.

“Everyone wants to take on professional tennis players like Rafael Nadal, Angelique Kerber, David Goffin and Karolina Pliskova. You might not be able to do that in real life, but you can certainly put yourself on the court with him in AO International Tennis,” Big Ant Studios CEO Ross Symons said. “In addition to making a tennis game that plays as true to the sport as possible, we really wanted to give players complete ownership over their game, allowing them to play it their way.”

In addition to a comprehensive career mode and the ability to play through the Australian Open tournament, tennis fans will be able to take on one another online, with full online leaderboards giving everyone a chance to carve out their own tennis records and exploits.

In addition, from today on all copies of AO Tennis are automatically upgradeable to AO International Tennis for free. Just make sure your console is connected to the internet, and the upgrade will be downloadable in patch form, effectively installing AO International Tennis on your console hard drive.

“AO International Tennis truly represents the vision that we had for the sport,” Symons said. “We look forward to seeing fans out there on the court!”

AO International Tennis is available today for $49.99 on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC via each platform’s respective digital download storefront. It has been enhanced on Xbox One X and PlayStation®4 Pro.

Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire Launch Trailer

2018/05/08

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Irvine, California – May 8th, 2018 Obsidian Entertainment, developer of genre-defining role-playing games, in partnership with powerhouse publisher Versus Evil, today announced the launch of Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire. Role playing fans will rejoice in Obsidian’s continued success in creating a rich and compelling narrative delivered in the grandest of RPGs. Deadfire’s deep progression mechanics, enhanced companion system, tactical combat and new exploration across land and sea, is an upgrade from this multi-award winning RPG studio.

“Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire is the first sequel we’ve made to one of our own games. Building on the incredible foundation of the first Pillars of Eternity, we’ve been able to create an even more dynamic world with systems such as our open world approach to the Deadfire,” said Obsidian Entertainment CEO, Feargus Urquhart. “What’s been even more gratifying is the incredible support our community has given us over the years. Without them we would not have been able to create this amazing RPG.”

“Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire exemplifies the sheer dedication and passion from the team at Obsidian Entertainment in crafting what will surely be one of the biggest RPG’s in 2018,” said Steve Escalante, Versus Evil’s General Manager, “Today, fans of the studio and the original game will be able to experience all the improvements, additions and upgrades to this classic RPG. We’re very excited to help realize Obsidian’s vision with their release today and look forward to seeing RPG fans around the world explore the Deadfire!”

Consumers can now purchase the Standard, Deluxe, and Obsidian Editions through Steam, GOG.com, Obsidian.net, VersusEvil.com, and at their other favorite, digital retailers. The physical Standard and Obsidian Edition of the game, which includes additional in-game content and physical items for gamers to enjoy, is available to buy at major gaming retail stores, published by THQ Nordic, such as Amazon.com, Best Buy, and other retailers around the globe.

The standard edition of Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire ($49.99 – digital and physical) contains the base game, while the Deluxe Edition ($59.99) includes the game’s official soundtrack composed by Justin Bell, an in-game pet, a Deadfire themed special in-game item, a digital pen and paper RPG starter guide, a high-resolution game map and Volume II of the digital guide book, published by Dark Horse. Taking a step up, the Obsidian Edition ($74.99 – digital and $79.99 physical) includes everything that comes in the Deluxe Edition as well as the first three DLC expansions for Pillars of Eternity II (normally $9.99 each), the first of which, ‘Beast of Winter’, will be available in July.

Thanks to our partner THQ Nordic, fans can also purchase wonderful physical versions of the Standard and Obsidian Editions. RPG and Obsidian fans will be pleased to find the Obsidian Edition to contain a cloth map of the Deadfire region, an Explorer’s notepad and a set of postcards displaying the Deadfire Archipelago in beautiful detail. Those interested in learning more should visit their local retail stores.

Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire is available now on Windows PC, Mac, and Linux platforms with a console version for PlayStation ® 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch coming later in the year.

Fortnite x Avengers Limited Time Mashup Available Now

2018/05/08

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May 8, 2018 – Wield true power — the Infinity Gauntlet! Hop into Fortnite Battle Royale and become Thanos in the Infinity Gauntlet Limited Time Mashup, available now for free on all platforms that Fortnite is available.

Players will drop in solo as they hunt for and fight over the Infinity Gauntlet. The first to equip the Gauntlet will transform into the mighty Thanos and wield the Gauntlet’s power!

For a short tease of the mode, check out today’s new trailer. For more information, head over to www.fortnite.com.

War Tech Fighters Supernova Update Trailer

2018/05/07

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London, UK, 7 May 2018 – War Tech Fighters, the frantic mech action game from Drakkar Dev and Green Man Gaming Publishing, is launching the Supernova Update today, the last major update before it leaves Steam’s Early Access and moves to a full release. The update is filled with new content to further enhance the action-packed love letter to Western Blockbusters and Japanese Mecha Anime.

With the launch of the Supernova Update today, Drakkar Dev have delivered the penultimate step in their Early Access development. The final elements of the game will then be added and the game will be made ready for a full release, launch in Summer 2018.

“This is one of the biggest updates the game has received so far. Based on feedback from the community, we have added 5 new story missions, 4 new challenges, new Survival Arena and new weapons, components, performance enhancements and fixes,” commented Manlio Greco, CEO of Drakkar Dev. “Once launched, we will turn our attention to completing the final elements of the game and ending our 12 month mission. To say we are excited is an understatement.”

Game Description

Travelling across the galaxy, the rebel colonies of Hebos and Ares join forces to battle against the Zatros empire with the deadliest weapons ever built – War Techs. Taking space combat to a whole new level, War Techs are giant mechs that combine cold precision and state of the art technology to the battlefields of space.

War Tech Fighters is a space action game that combines the spectacular action of Japanese Anime with Hollywood Blockbusters. Configure, upgrade and customize your War Tech and dive into battle to fight back the Zatronian forces and save your galaxy.

Key Features in Early Access

Fully Equipped War Tech – Destroy your enemies in long-range combat with guns and missiles, or get up close and personal with swords and shields.
Dual camera view – play and fight in Third or First person.
Customization – Hundreds and thousands of combinations of mech parts, weapons, and colors to truly stand out on the battlefield.
Perks – Tailor your fighting style with perks included on swords and shields
Upgrades – Three base robot sets, each with specific bonuses, and over 180 upgradable robot parts.
Research & Development – Research new upgrade projects to enhance your War Tech, and develop weapons ranging from missile launchers to anti-matter cannons.
Level Up – Gain experience through combat to level up your War Tech pilot to gain improved attack and defence bonuses.
Unlockable Special Projects – Explore space and collect hidden project parts to gain access to new War Tech sets, new swords, new shields and research projects.
Intense Single Player Missions – Experience the first 28 missions of Captain Nathan Romanis’ battle across the galaxy.
Simulator Bridge – Train your War Tech by replaying missions, or take on special Challenges to gain experience and add-ons to improve your machine.
Survival Mode – Test yourself to the limit in three deadly infinite survival arenas, and walk away with special rewards. Compete with other players trying to reach for the top in a global leaderboard.

Pinball FX3: Star Wars The Last Jedi DLC Review

2018/05/05

Ripper71

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Being a huge pinball player, I was very excited to try out the new Star Wars The Last Jedi pinball table DLC for Zen Studios amazing Pinball FX3 on the Xbox One. First thing to note is that there are only two tables in this DLC offering: Star Wars: The Last Jedi Pinball and Star Wars: Ach-to Island Pinball. This has become fairly common place in the the electronic pinball tables and makes a decent amount of sense as there is a lot more programming that goes into a virtual pinball machine. There are animations and even mini side-stories all told by what you hit or miss on the table. These two tables will cost you $6.99 which some may feel is a lot, but I found that with the action involved in the games and how quickly I lost myself into them, that price was more than fair.

I started off the Pinball FX3 Star Wars The Last Jedi DLC with the table seemingly-designed to be most like a real pinball machine: Star Wars: Ach-to Island Pinball. The main story of the board is based around Luke training (ed. note: Or not) Rey on the island and the ball starts with her handing him his old lightsaber. Unlike the film, he does not toss it over his shoulder and the table goes on to depict different events that take place on the island. I won’t spoil anything but the animated figures that walk around the board are great and truly worth of the Pinball FX series, which concentrates on two things: realistic ball mechanics and very cool animated 3D actions above and on the table. The little Porgs are cute as to be expected and there are so many great moments to uncover.

The next table in the two-pack is Star Wars: The Last Jedi Pinball and it ended up being the table I kept losing time on. There was a particular mini game that I fell in love with and tried to trigger every chance I could. The table is open in the middle with beautiful artwork, but it really is the action that keeps you coming back. I don’t want to spoil it so I won’t go into all the bonus games available, but I was really impressed with how many there were and how good they were!. It is one of my favorite pinball game ever because of them.

There are a few interesting styles of play. You have single, co-op style, and the one I most liked: The hour-long play. During hour play you just keep playing for an hour, no ball limits. So if you really want to play through all the bonus games more than trying to get high scores, this is for you. With this mode, you can just keep playing over and over until the time runs out or you feel like taking a break. It was with this and the full movie table that has all the mini games that I lost complete track of time and between playing the real thing the day before and playing that the two tables for hours my flipper button fingers were worn and the muscles sore halfway to the elbow.

Even though I wish they had had included one more table in the DLC pack, the ones we got were great. One of the tables is easily one of the most realistic Pinball Fx has put out and in the other, while not very realistic, is a lot of fun and loaded with a ton of mini-games. Star Wars: The Last Jedi Pinball is available now for $6.99.

Middle-earth: Shadow of War Desolation of Mordor Cinematic Reveal

2018/05/03

Jerry Paxton

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May 3, 2018 – Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today revealed the opening cinematic from the Desolation of Mordor Story Expansion, all-new downloadable content (DLC) coming to Middle-earth: Shadow of War on May 8. The new video spotlights Baranor, the Captain of Minas Ithil, who has escaped the fallen city’s demise and is now reunited with his lost brother, Serka. Together, the two warriors must hire an army of human mercenaries to combat a new Orc threat to the East, endure the harsh desert region of Lithlad and ultimately conquer the imposing Marauder fortress of Shindrâm.

The Official Desolation of Mordor Cinematic Reveal can be viewed and shared via the following link:

A complete list of the Expansion Pass content is provided below. For more information, check out the Middle-earth: Shadow of War Expansion Pass Trailer.

Full Expansion Pass – Includes Desolation of Mordor Story Expansion (avail. May 8), Blade of Galadriel Story Expansion (avail. now), Slaughter Tribe Nemesis Expansion (avail. now) and Outlaw Tribe Nemesis Expansion (avail. now) – $39.99 (*Expansion Pass also incl. as part of Gold Edition for $99.99)
Story Expansion Pass – Includes Desolation of Mordor Story Expansion and Blade of Galadriel Story Expansion – $24.99
Desolation of Mordor Story Expansion – Available à la carte – $19.99
Blade of Galadriel Story Expansion – Available à la carte – $14.99
Slaughter Tribe Nemesis Expansion – Available à la carte – $14.99
Outlaw Tribe Nemesis Expansion – Available à la carte – $14.99

Middle-earth: Shadow of War is available for the Xbox One family of consoles, Windows 10 PC through the Windows 10 Store, Steam, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 4 Pro.

Set between the events of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, Middle-earth: Shadow of War is an open world action RPG that continues the original narrative of Middle-earth: Shadow of Mordor. Players will be engrossed in a richer, more personal and expansive world full of epic heroes and villains, iconic locations, original enemy types, more personalities and a new cast of characters with untold stories.

For the latest information or to join the Middle-earth: Shadow of War conversation, visit us on YouTube (ShadowofWarGame), Twitter (@ShadowofWarGame), Instagram (ShadowofWarGame), Facebook (ShadowofWarGame), Twitch (MonolithLive), Community (ShadowOfWar) or the official website (www.ShadowofWar.com).