Game developer Wargaming and action film star Jason Statham are partnering for the World of Tanks Holiday Ops 2025 event. Ushering in the festivities is a live-action trailer featuring the actor.

Jason Statham gifts rewards to players in World of Tanks Holiday Ops 2025 event

The World of Tanks Holiday Ops 2025 event begins December 6, 2024, and ends January 13, 2025, for all available platforms. During that period, players can enjoy the new festive players, which can be seen below. It is here where tankers can grab special assignments and battle missions to earn rewards from Jason Statham.

“I have driven almost every type of vehicle in my career, but blasting around in a tank is the most exhilarating,” says Jason Statham. “That is why I’ve teamed up with Wargaming to be World of Tanks’ newest Holiday Ops Ambassador, and I’m more than up for the challenge. It’s a great opportunity to bring some festive fun and a bit of high-stakes action to players all over the world.”

Jason Statham began his movie career in the 1998 Guy Ritchie film Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. He really cemented himself as an action star in the film The Transporter, which received its final installment in 2008. The other role he is probably most known for is Deckard Shaw from the Fast and Furious series. His latest film was 2024’s The Beekeeper.

This is not the first time the actor has played a role in a video game. Back in 2002, he voiced Mandril Shrike in Red Faction 2. In the very first Call of Duty which released in 2003, he voiced Sergeant Waters. He wouldn’t play another “major” role in a game until the 2015 mobile game Sniper X with Jason Statham.

This is also not the first time Wargaming has partnered with an actor for its World of Tanks Holiday Ops event. Last year, Vinnie Jones appeared in the game. Jones has worked with Statham on several films, including the aforementioned Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, as well as Snatch.

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King Features and Art of Play have announced The Phantom video game adaptation is available to preorder today. Also revealed were the two different editions available on the developer’s shop and a new trailer.

• ‘Mega Phan Pack’ ($39.95 USD)
  • Artist collector’s box (limited numbered)
  • Artist print (limited and numbered)
  • Digital copy of the game
  • Digital art book (32 pages)
  • Digital soundtrack
  • Digital Sprite sheet poster

It should be noted the Mega Phan Pack is only available for Nintendo Switch and PS5. Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and PS4 versions are limited to the digital version.

The physical “Mega Phan Pack” has seven alternate covers from different artists including Sy Barry, Sal Velluto, Glenn Ford, Luca Erbetta, Anthony Spay, and Alex Trpcevski. Collectors can grab the “Mega Collect All Phan Pack,” which includes all seven boxes and prints for $110. This is available only for the Nintendo Switch and PS5 versions and is limited to 25 per platform.

The Phantom video game is an arcade-style beat ’em up starring the titular character and his partner Diana Palmer. Players will travel across 15 levels to fight the Singh Brotherhood. It features an original canonical storyline created by Art of Play (approved by King Features) and art by Anthony Spay.

“The global appeal of The Phantom has endured across generations throughout the franchise’s history in the world of pop culture. Partnering with Art of Play on this new video game gives fans yet another way to connect with the classic character in a modern way, and we are eager for fans to experience this thrilling gaming adventure,” said Carla Silva, Senior Vice President and GM, Head of Licensing, King Features.

A release date for The Phantom is not yet known, but will launch on PC and consoles “soon.”

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Survios announced Robbie Daymond will voice Davis 01 in the upcoming VR game Alien: Rogue Incursion. The actor is known for their roles in Critical Role, Hi-Fi Rush, and Spider-Man.

Robbie Daymond voices Davis 01 in Alien: Rogue Incursion

In Alien: Rogue Incursion, Davis 01 is the AI companion to the game’s protagonist Zula Hendricks (voiced by Andia Winslow). The duo travel to LV-354 (a.k.a. Purdan) to meet with Hendricks; former squadmate Ben Carver. However, as they approach the research facility Castor’s Cradle, they discover something terribly wrong has happened.

As the two explore the facility, Davis 01 essentially acts as Hendricks’ conscience as the mission becomes her obsession. The game explores this relationship between the human and AI, which is somewhat of a staple for the beloved franchise.

“As Zula’s companion, Daymond’s performance spotlights the strong relationship between Davis 01 and Zula, a bond that is closer than just squad mates. Expertly capturing the AI’s grapples with sentience and motivations, players will discover the hidden mysteries through the immersive storytelling experience.”

Anyone interested in the story for Alien: Rogue Incursion can check out the trailer here. It gives a solid idea of what to expect from both its tale and VR gameplay.

Robbie Daymond is an actor who has voiced in several video games. Besides the aforementioned, their recently featured credits also feature Slitterhead, Sonic X Shadow Generations, and Helldivers 2. They’ve also voiced in several animation projects including Arcane, Uzumaki, and Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War.

Alien: Rogue Incursion launches on PS VR2 and PCVR via Steam on December 19, 2024. It will release on Meta Quest 3 early next year. The Standard Edition costs $39.99, while the Deluxe Edition costs $49.99.

In other Alien video game news, Aliens: Dark Descent is coming to Xbox Game Pass on November 27, 2024. It is a real-time tactics game that lets players control a squad of Colonial Marines to fight the iconic Xenomorphs.

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Despite the odds, GSC Game World released its highly anticipated post-apocalyptic shooter Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl last week. Its launch may have been plagued with bugs, but that did not stop fans from grabbing the game as it passes a major sales milestone just a week after its release.

Stalker 2 sales reaches 1 million units sold

From the official Stalker X (formerly Twitter) account, GSC Game world announced Stalker 2 sales reached 1 million copies sold. This number seems to not include Game Pass users as stated in the post.

“No wonder it feels a bit crowdy in the Zone,” says the post. “A million copies were sold, and much more stalkers joined the artifact hunt with Game Pass.”

“This is just the start of our unforgettable adventure,” continues the post. “The Heart of Chornobyl emanates stronger with each of us.”

It really is the start of an unforgettable adventure as the developer recently issued a statement saying they will continue to update Stalker 2. This is a response to feedback about the game’s glaring technical issues. The company stated they are working on hotfixes, and rolling them out as precisely and frequently as possible.

“Nevertheless, Stalker 2 is a massive game. We understand that in such a game, there may still be rough edges; we literally haven’t released anything of this scale before,” says the statement. “We’re absolutely committed to being here, monitoring your feedback, and quickly fixing any issues that need our attention. In the first days after release, we’ll be working on hotfixes, rolling them out a precisely as possible, but as frequently as we can. Then, we’ll switch to larger updates that include constant improvements.”

The developer also confirms there will be free in-game content. They plan to share the Stalker 2 roadmap in December.

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The upcoming Terrifier video game has received a new gameplay trailer, detailing more of the game’s retro beat ’em up style for Terrifier: The ARTcade Game.

What happens in the new Terrifier video game trailer?

The newest trailer for the game shows off more of the gameplay found in the upcoming title. Much like the Terrifier movies, it will see Art the Clown getting extremely gory as he fights against a variety of enemies. The trailer also highlights some of the co-op gameplay, which allows players to play as other characters from the Terrifier universe.

Terrifier: The ARTcade Game will release sometime in 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

Check out the new Terrifier: The ARTcade Game trailer below:

Developer Relevo has detailed a bit of what to expect from the game, including the ability to use a variety of weapons, teaming up with four players in local co-op mode, and using things like “over-the-top,” gory finishing moves.

Some other key features for the game include:

• Gorgeous Pixel Art and Animation – The game captures the essence of the Terrifier films with bright, cartoonish pixel art and fluid animations that vividly depict the gruesome action.
• Bloody Arsenal of Weapons – From chainsaws to cleavers, pick up a variety of weapons to turn your enemies into bloody pulp.
• Diverse Stages and Boss Battles – Travel through multiple stages, each with different paths to explore and enemies to defeat. Prepare yourself for intense boss battles that will test your skills.
• Chiptune Soundtrack – Relive the golden age of gaming with a glorious chiptune soundtrack that perfectly complements the retro aesthetic.
• Multiple Game Modes – With six different game modes, whether you’re looking for a quick beat ’em up session or an extended challenge, there’s a mode that fits your style.

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Xbox has announced the rest of November’s Game Pass slate. From flight sims to post-apocalyptic shooters, there is something for every Xbox player to enjoy. This also includes a recent Aliens game that was lauded by critics and gamers.

Aliens: Dark Descent coming to Xbox Game Pass at the end of November

Developed by Tindalos Interactive and published by Focus Entertainment, Aliens: Dark Descent comes to Xbox Game Pass on November 27, 2024. It will be available for Cloud, Console, and PC via Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, or Game Pass Standard. For those unaware, the game is a real-time tactics game based in the Alien universe. Players command a squad of Colonial Marines to fight the iconic Xenomorphs.

“In Aliens: Dark Descent, command a squad of hardened Colonial Marines to stop a terrifying Xenomorph outbreak on Moon Lethe,” reads the game’s description. “Lead your soldiers in real-time combat against iconic Xenomorphs, rogue operatives from the insatiable Weyland-Yutani Corporation, and a host of horrifying creatures new to the Alien franchise.”

Video games based on the Alien franchise are pretty hit or miss, but Aliens: Dark Descent did receive favorable reviews when it launched in 2023. On Metacritic, it received a 75 Metascore and an 8.1 user score. Steam users seem to think highly of the game as well, as it currently sits at “Very Positive” with its reviews on the digital PC storefront Steam. Any fan of the sci-fi series may want to check this one out if they subscribe to Xbox’s game service.

There are some other solid additions coming to Xbox Game Pass for the rest of the month. Today, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 is available on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S via Game Pass Ultimate or PC Game Pass. Additionally, the highly anticipated S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is available tomorrow, November 20, 2024, on Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S via Game Pass Ultimate and PC Game Pass. Here is the full list of late November 2024 additions as revealed by Xbox:

• Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) — November 19 via Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
• S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) — November 20 via Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
• Little Kitty, Big City (Console) – November 20 via Game Pass Standard
• Nine Sols (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) — November 26 via Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass
• Aliens: Dark Descent (Cloud, Console, and PC) — November 27 via Game Pass Ultimate, PC Game Pass, Game Pass Standard

Additionally, Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will now receive recurring rewards in Genshin Impact starting November 20, 2024. Found in the in-game mailbox, the first set of rewards includes 2 Intertwined Fate, 1 Northlander Billet Trove, 10 Hero’s Wit, 100,000 Mora, and 15 Mystic Enhancement Ore.

As new games enter Xbox Game Pass, old games leave. Here are all the games leaving the service on November 30:

• Conan Exiles (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Coral Island (PC)
• Hello Neighbor 2 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Remnant: From The Ashes (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Rollerdrome (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Soccer Story (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Spirit of the North (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• The Walking Dead: The Final Season (PC)
• While the Iron’s Hot (Cloud, Console, and PC)

(Source: Xbox Wire)

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Survios revealed the story trailer for its upcoming VR shooter, Alien: Rogue Incursion. The developers also discussed the new trailer and its “classic three-act” structure.

Alien: Rogue Incursion devs discuss its story

In a PlayStation Blog post, Survios Chief Product Office TQ Jefferson breaks down the Alien: Rogue Incursion story trailer, giving some insight into the tale they are telling within the beloved Alien universe. This includes their decision to have their protagonist Zula enter an already overrun research facility.

“One of our early creative decisions was that whatever happened on Purdan had already happened,” says Jefferson. “Zula is stepping into the aftermath of some event that has left Castor’s Cradle – the research facility – infested with horrifying Xenomorphs. Picking up the story after the facility has been compromised allows us to jump right into the suspense and action.”

As seen in the trailer above, Alien: Rogue Incursion stars Zula Hendricks, and Davis One, as they travel to LV-354 (a.k.a. Purdan) to meet up with Zula’s former squad mate, Ben Carver. As they enter Castor’s Cradle, they end up crash landing at the research facility. Jefferson considers this “Act One” of the trailer.

“Act Two” begins to focus on the events that led to the research facility’s downfall.

“Act Two of our story trailer focuses on revealing those events and showcasing the ‘Dawning Horror.’ We see inside the facility and hear the voices of the people who work there,” says Jefferson. “We weave in classic Alien themes like corporate corruption, personal greed, and professional hubris, all of which create a perfect storm of conditions for a Xenomorph outbreak. Hearing this dialog over the imagery of destruction, smoke, fire, and blood, we know the facility has already fallen.”

Lastly, the trailer’s “Third Act” focuses on Zula’s fight with the Xenomorphs as she discovers what is happening at the facility. This includes the experiments Gemini Exoplanet Solutions were conducting on the “perfect organism.”

Alien: Rogue Incursion launches on December 19, 2024, for PS VR2 and Steam. It will then release for Meta Quest 3 sometime early next year. The Standard Edition costs $39.99, while the Deluxe Edition costs $49.99.

(Source: PlayStation Blog)

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Obsidian Entertainment and Xbox have announced the upcoming fantasy RPG Avowed launches for Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 18, 2025. They also revealed the Premium Edition, accessibility options, PC minimum requirements, and preorder details.

Avowed Premium Edition grants early access

There are three different editions for Avowed. The Standard Edition and Premium Edition can be purchased digitally. The latter is also available physically at a slightly higher price. Those who pay the extra cash can start their adventure early on February 13, 2025. Here is everything that comes with each edition, as well as their prices:

• Avowed Digital Standard Edition – $69.99
  • Base Game
• Avowed Digital Premium Edition – $89.99
  • Base Game
  • Up to five days Early Access
  • Two Premium Skin Packs
  • Access to Digital Artbook & Soundtrack
• Avowed Digital Premium Edition SteelBook – $94.99
  • Base Game Digital Code
  • Up to five days Early Access
  • Two Premium Skin Packs
  • Access to Digital Artbook & Soundtrack
  • Avowed SteelBook
  • Map of the Living Lands

The two Premium Skin Packs include the Eora Collection Set and the Obsidian Collection Set. The first is inspired by characters and regions of Pillars of Eternity, the franchise Avowed is based on. The second is inspired by the studio. Each pack comes with five skins, one for each of the game’s four companions and the player.

Avowed also has a Premium Edition upgrade for those who initially purchased the Standard Edition. It costs $24.99.

Avowed also includes several accessibility features so every player can enjoy the game their way. This includes a third-person mode, remappable controls, text and subtitle adjustments, UI and Camera options, and 12 different languages. The languages include English, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain and Mexico), Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Japanese, and Simplified Chinese.

The minimum PC specs were also revealed. Here are the requirements needed to play Avowed on PC:

• CPU: AMD Ryzen 5 2600 / Intel i5-8400
• GPU: AMD RX 5700 / Nvidia GTX 1070 / Intel Arc A580
• Memory:16GB
• Storage: SSD required (75GB install size)
• DirectX: Version 12

Avowed will be available on Xbox Game Pass on day one.

(Source: Xbox Wire)

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The “This Is an Xbox” campaign has turned some heads recently. With the gaming company continuing to push accessibility rather than hardware, it raises the question: Are the console wars finally over? Whether it is or isn’t, that isn’t stopping the green brand from still making consoles, as well as “other devices.”

In a recent interview with Rolling Stone, Xbox CEO Phil Spencer discussed the future of the company as its recent ad campaign launched. “This Is an Xbox” alludes to the idea that gamers can enjoy their Xbox games anywhere at any time. Consoles, smart TVs, phones, and other devices are all part of that ecosystem. With the emphasis now on accessibility with cloud streaming and services like Game Pass, is the company thinking about cutting consoles out entirely? As of now, Spencer confirms that is not the case.

“We’ll definitely do more consoles in the future, and other devices,” says Spencer.

Although it wasn’t expanded on, the “other devices” mentioned probably include the now confirmed Xbox handheld. In an recent interview with Bloomberg, Spencer said Xbox is currently working on prototypes but is far from releasing such a product at the moment.

Although Xbox plans to continue selling hardware, it isn’t the facet of its business that is helping it grow. Spencer considers PC, cloud streaming, and game availability to be key to the company’s growth.

“Our biggest growth in Xbox players is on PC and cloud,” he said. “The console space all up isn’t growing, across all of them. We love those customers, but in terms of continuing to expand and grow Xbox, it’s about PC, it’s about cloud, ad it’s about making our games more available in more places.”

Sony just released the PS5 Pro, a mid-generation refresh of its current console hardware with several improvements to its basic counterpart. With the direction Xbox is heading, a mid-gen refresh doesn’t seem to be the priority. Spencer doesn’t confirm it but does say they don’t need to do incremental hardware.

“We think about hardware that can create unique value for our players or creators on our platform,” he said. “We don’t need to do incremental hardware for our own benefit. Does a new device really give you a unique experience on screen in some way? [It’s] less like the old days, going from the original Xbox to 360; that was standard definition to high definition. Now, [it’s] harder to show the benefits.”

(Sources: Rolling Stone, Bloomberg)

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ComingSoon is excited to team up with Outright Games for a custom Barbie Project Friendship Nintendo Switch Lite giveaway, plus five Switch codes for the game. The custom handheld console features gorgeous artwork and a pink color scheme that is perfect for Barbie fans. Set in the world of the hit television shows Barbie: It Takes Two and Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures, Barbie Project Friendship is out now on consoles and PC.

Check out another image of the custom Barbie Project Friendship Nintendo Switch Lite below:

“Barbie Project Friendship is set to be the cozy game of the season. Set in the world of popular TV shows like Barbie: It Takes Two and Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures, players will team up with Barbie and friends to save the Malibu Waves Community Center. With its colorful 3D world, fun mini-games, local co-op play, and a heartwarming story about friendship and community, it’s the perfect feel-good adventure for Barbie fans of all ages. With this giveaway, we’re aiming to spread the joy and excitement of Barbie’s latest adventure to your readers across all regions,” says the official description.

How to enter our Barbie Project Friendship Nintendo Switch Lite giveaway

To enter our Barbie Project Friendship Nintendo Switch Lite giveaway, you can either retweet the Twitter post below and follow @Outright_Games or comment on our corresponding Facebook post or Instagram post and follow Outright Games on those respective platforms. We have one console to give out, and the winner has to be in the U.S. We also have five Nintendo Switch codes for the game to give out. The giveaway lasts until November 21. Good luck to all who enter!

Barbie Project Friendship is now available to buy on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

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NetherRealm Studios revealed the Mortal Kombat 1 gameplay trailer for its iconic guest character Ghostface. The killer from the popular Scream franchise seems to be making a bloody brilliant debut in the long-running fighting game series thanks to the fun references the developers implemented. This includes a very meta fatality that horror fans should find pretty hilarious.

Johnny Cage is the true victim of Ghostface’s meta Mortal Kombat 1 fatality

At the end of the gameplay trailer, which can be viewed below, Ghostface begins to brutally stab the other player (in this case, Sub-Zero). The camera begins to zoom out with the fatality now playing on a living room TV. As the camera pulls back further, a set of hands and a controller are shown furiously mashing buttons. This is revealed to be Johnny Cage losing to the murderer in Mortal Kombat 1. As he angrily throws his controller, he remarks that he’s just “a dude with a knife.” Ghostface then appears behind him, stabbing him through the chest, with blood splattering across the television set.

Scream is specifically known and beloved because of its meta-commentary on the horror movie genre. This fatality definitely fits that bill. It’s also somewhat of a fun reference to the opening of Scream 2. Also aiding in this interpretation’s authenticity is the voice acting by Roger L. Jackson, the voice from the films.

Ghostface’s gameplay itself is filled with references from the Scream films. This includes their signature hunting knife and their ability to phone in another Ghostface to help finish off the opponent.

Ghostface will be added to the Mortal Kombat 1 roster on November 19, 2024, for owners of the Khaos Reigns expansion. The character will be available to everyone on November 26, 2024. The DLC is available now for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

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Some of the most gorgeous games released in the past decade have been in Square Enix‘s HD-2D line of Japanese role-playing games. While these have mostly been original titles, such as Octopath Traveler and Triangle Strategy, we’ve now seen classic games get remade in the art style. First was Live A Live, and now Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake wows with a wonderful remake that stays faithful to the original’s beloved story while adding new quality-of-life features and extra content.

At its core, Dragon Quest III is very much the same as the original. You pick a male or female hero, and you’re then sent on a quest to rid the world of the evil archfiend as soon as you turn 16. It was always relatively bare-bones in terms of plot, instead putting the gameplay at the forefront, but thankfully, some fascinating extra scenes focusing on the hero’s father, Ortega, have been added to flesh out the final game of the Erdrick trilogy (wonderfully, it’s the first chronologically so it being remade before the first two Dragon Quest games actually makes sense).

One of the biggest additions to the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake is a new class called Monster Wrangler. This is quite a flexible role as it is able to support your party with healing while also launching dangerous monster-like abilities that can hit multiple enemies. Also new in the game are areas called monster arenas, where you can assemble a team of rescued monsters (you’ll find them throughout the game, and the Monster Wrangler class gains boosts from them) and compete in battles to unlock rewards. It’s a really fun feature to do on the side and adds a lot of fresh value to the remake.

Beyond looking gorgeous with its blend of pixel art and 3D environments, the Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake also features a ton of new quality-of-life features. These range from three difficulty levels that can be changed at any time to being able to save lines of dialogue in order to quickly recall them if you need to remember something. There are also optional objective markers and the ability to use autosaves and faster battle speeds, which make it a much more modern and satisfying RPG.

While I do have nostalgia for the classic Dragon Quest games, I was very pleasantly surprised by how much fun Dragon Quest III still is. Sure, having a new class to try out and the monster arena to spend time in was a lot of fun and a wholly fresh experience, but the core battle system has really stood the test of time. It’s not quite groundbreaking like it was in ’88, but it’s just a good time and a reminder of why gamers fell in love with JRPGs in the first place. Taking down an epic monster designed by Akira Toriyama after a hard-fought battle? It simply doesn’t get more fulfilling than that.

Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake Review: Final Verdict

Dragon Quest III HD-2D has the advantage of being based on one of the greatest Japanese role-playing games ever made. While a simple remaster would’ve been more than worthwhile, Square Enix and Artdink have gone above and beyond to make sure this has been modernized and enhanced so that first-time players will have just as magical an experience as those who played the original in 1988. That’s the sign of passion and exactly what a remake should be.

SCORE: 9.5/10

As ComingSoon’s review policy explains, a score of 9.5 equates to “Excellent.” Entertainment that reaches this level is at the top of its type. The gold standard that every creator aims to reach.

Disclosure: The publisher provided a PlayStation 5 copy for our Dragon Quest III HD-2D review. Reviewed on version 1.000.000.

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Fatshark announced Warhammer 40,000: Darktide launches for PS5 on December 3, 2024. Players that preorder the Imperial Edition can play six days before its release.

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide PS5 release is PS5 Pro enhanced

The Warhammer 40,000: Darktide Standard Edition for PS5 will cost $39.99 on the PlayStation Store; the Imperial Edition costs $59.99. PS Plus subscribers can preorder right now and save a bit of cash. The Standard Edition is $35.99 with its 10% discount, and the Imperial Edition is $50.99 with its 15% discount. Players not sure if they want to commit to purchasing the multiplayer shooter can check out the trailer below.

The PS5 version of Warhammer 40,000: Darktide has some special features exclusive to the console platform. This includes DualSense haptic feedback, and PS5 Pro enhancements. Here are the PS5 features according to Fatshark:

• DualSense Haptic Feedback
• Frame rate of 60 FPS on a 4K resolution for PlayStation 5 Pro
• Performance mode (60FPS on a 1440p resolution) and Quality Mode (30FPS on a 4K resolution)

Specifics on the PS5 Pro enhanced specs are not known. It seems many PS5 Pro enhanced games are utilizing PlayStation Spectral Super Resolution (PSSR) technology to essentially get the best of both graphics options. This is perhaps the case here.

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide originally launched for PC back in late 2022. It was eventually brought to Xbox Series X|S last October. The multiplayer first person shooter is a spiritual successor to Warhammer: Vermintide, a wave-based multiplayer player shooter where players can choose between several classes. As the name suggests, it is based in the world of the Warhammer 40,000 tabletop game.

This news comes on the launch day of the PS5 Pro. Sony’s current gen console refresh features new hardware that improves the overall gameplay experience. Featuring a larger GPU, advanced ray tracing capabilities, and its AI upsampling technology PSSR, the console attempts to bring both high resolution pictures with faster frame rates.

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The Mass Effect TV show has officially found a writer. Variety reports Daniel Casey has been tapped to pen the series as well as executive produce.

What do we know about the Mass Effect TV show?

Casey is best known for being the writer of the 2018 film Kin, as well as 2021’s F9, the ninth installment in the Fast & Furious franchise. Casey was also an uncredited writer on the 2016 sci-fi horror thriller 10 Cloverfield Lane. Alongside Casey, Karim Zreik, Ari Arad, and Michael Gamble will also be attached as executive producers on the plot.

Currently, it’s unknown exactly what the Mass Effect TV show will be about, as plot details are being kept under wraps as of now. The Mass Effect franchise began in 2007 and spans across four video games, with the first three forming a trilogy that is highly regarded as one of the best of all time. It follows the story of Commander Shepard, who attempts to save the Milky Way galaxy from a race of hibernating machines known as the Reapers.

Development of a Mass Effect TV show has been discussed since 2021, when Henry Cavill shared a photo of himself on the set of Netflix’s The Witcher (which he starred in at the time), reading a mysterious script that featured blurred words.

Users were able to utilize deblurring tools to look at the paper in foreground, which revealed a handful of Mass Effect terms like “Tali’Zorah,” “Cerberus,” and “Geth,” leading many to believe he was working on a project.

Cavill would go on to say that he would be interested to work on the project, although it’s unclear whether or not Cavill was simply teasing fans, or if the project at that time is even still in the works.

(Source: Variety)

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WB Games confirms Hogwarts Legacy 2 is currently in development. The team behind the 2023 best seller will coordinate some of its storylines with the upcoming HBO Harry Potter show.

What was said about Hogwarts Legacy 2?

Variety recently spoke with WB Games President David Haddad about the success of Hogwarts Legacy, and its future. Due to its success in creating an authentic experience for the deep Harry Potter fanbase, Hogwarts Legacy 2 is a “very big priority” for the company.

“We have known for some time that fans are looking for more things in this world, and so we’re spending a lot of time thinking about that,” says Haddad. “Our insights tell us that there are not huge distinctions between a younger version of a fan and an older version of a fan. They’re just deep Harry Potter fans, and we try to build authentic experiences to delight them.”

Haddad also confirmed that the upcoming HBO Harry Potter show will incorporated into Hogwarts Legacy 2. How exactly those two things will directly connect is unknown. If Hogwarts Legacy is a direct sequel, it would be set in the late 1800s/ early 1900s. The show is adapting the original story, which is set in the 1990s. While the time periods don’t match up, characters in the series can live ridiculously long lives. It wouldn’t be too uncharacteristic for a character to show up in both products. Hogwarts Legacy included ancestors of some beloved characters too, so they could always go that route to connect the two as well.

Not only did Hogwarts Legacy’s success help prioritize the sequel’s development, it also marked the wider company’s interest in pushing more Harry Potter content.

“The rest of the company was very curious about what we helped to unlock with ‘Hogwarts Legacy’ last year,” says Haddad.

Series creator J.K. Rowling is not involved in Hogwarts Legacy 2, or managing the wider franchise for that matter. However, Warner Bros. does update her through her literary agent. These updates seem to come when WB wants to get a bit more creative with the franchise.

“If we’re going to ever go beyond a canon conversation, we make sure that we’re all comfortable with what we’re doing,” says Warner Bros. Discovery’s head of global consumer products Robert Oberschelp.

Specifics on a Hogwarts Legacy 2 release window and platforms is still unknown. However, the possibility of Hogwarts Legacy 2 be a live service game was discussed earlier this year.

(Source: Variety)

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Halo 2 is arguably one of the most beloved first person shooters of all time. I’s considered one of the truly great Xbox games that helped propel the Master Chief into a gaming household name. The hype for the shooter began with a E3 demo from 2003, which saw the Covenant attack Earth. Thought to be lost forever, that demo will now be playable in Halo: The Master Chief Collection to celebrate 20 years of the popular sequel.

Halo Studios and modding community collaborate to revive the lost E3 demo

In a post from Xbox Wire, it was announced the lost E3 2003 Halo 2 demo will be playable as a free mod for Halo: The Master Chief Collection via Steam. Featuring content cut from the final release, it will be made available on the Steam Workshop on November 9, 2024. It has not been confirmed if the demo will make its way to consoles eventually.

The demo’s revival is credited to Digsite, a team within Halo Studios tasked with restoring cut content, and the wider modding community. The collaborative effort allowed those involved recover the original assets and files of the demo, and restore it to recreate the demo. The team did encounter several issues and obstacles on the road to revival, but eventually were able to successfully get the scenario up and running.

“This put us in a bit of a quandary,” Halo Senior Franchise writer Kenneth Peters tells us. “Even the original executable is difficult to work with, as you need an Xbox developer kit to get it to boot, which is in increasingly short supply even within the studio. But now, in 2024, we have the Digsite-developed tools to analyze and automate up-porting old assets, and the unearthed knowledge to know why Bungie built things the way they did in the demo.”

Halo community recreates Halo 2 maps for Halo Infinite playlist

In addition to the demo, Halo Infinite celebrates Halo 2’s 20th anniversary by releasing a set of multiplayer maps from the original game. Recreated in Forge by “key Halo Community members,” seven maps are making a comeback. Here is the full list with both their original and updated names:

• Ascension
• Boulevard (Turf)
• Canopy (Lockout)
• Conjurer (Warlock)
• Inquisitor (Midship)
• Serenity (Sanctuary)
• Beaver Canyon (Beaver Creek)

The maps will be featured in the Halo Infinite Delta Arena Playlist which changes some gameplay settings to recreate the feel of Halo 2. This means spring and clamber are disabled, and 120% jump height and friendly player collision are enabled.

“While utilizing custom game settings to recreate Halo 2’s movement is relatively easy, capturing that classic ‘feel’ was a bit harder to nail down,” says Halo Infinite Designer Evan Colson. “Considering all the subtle difference between Halo Infinite and Halo 2, a 1:1 recreation was never quite in the cards, but what we did come to was that of an amalgamation between the two, with settings that move like legacy Halo, but plays with elements of the modern sandbox.”

Players can enjoy the restored maps in Halo Infinite on November 5, 2024.

(Source: Xbox Wire)

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ComingSoon is excited to team with Outright Games for a custom Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed Nintendo Switch Lite giveaway. The custom handheld console features gorgeous artwork featuring Raphael. Continuing the story from the hit animated film Mutant Mayhem, Mutants Unleashed is out now on consoles and PC.

Check out another image of the custom TMNT: Mutants Unleashed Nintendo Switch Lite below:

“In Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed, after finally being accepted into society and pursuing their dream of attending a regular high school, the Turtles’ newfound happiness is abruptly interrupted by a new wave of mutants causing unrest across New York City,” reads the game’s descriptions. “Players take control of the four masked heroes, each with their own unique playstyle, as they traverse the sewers and city streets of New York. With an immersive world to explore both above and below ground, meet familiar faces as the ragtag heroes in a half shell gear up to delight fans at home with their chaotic capers. Players can get ready to order a pizza and adventure solo or team up with a friend in two-player local co-op mode later this year.”

How to enter our TMNT: Mutants Unleashed Nintendo Switch Lite giveaway

To enter our TMNT: Mutants Unleashed Nintendo Switch Lite giveaway, you can either retweet the Twitter post below and follow @Outright_Games or comment on our corresponding Facebook post or Instagram post and follow Outright Games on those respective platforms. We have one console to give out, and the winner has to be in the U.S. The giveaway lasts until November 8. Good luck to all who enter!

TMNT: Mutants Unleashed is now available to buy on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC.

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Retro platformer Snow Bros. is set to make its triumphant return very soon. The latest trailer for Snow Bros. Wonderland showcases multiplayer gameplay, and gives retro fans the date they’ve all been waiting for.

When does Snow Bros. Wonderland release?

Snow Bros. Wonderland launches for PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam on November 28, 2024. It has been nearly three decades since a new entry release. Its last game was 1994’s Snow Bros. 2: With New Elves.

“For nearly 30 long years, the lovable Snow Bros. Nick and Tom have been held on ice, waiting to star in a brand-new adventure, and now finally, the kings of cold have their wish granted, with an all-new sequel that reimagines the world of Snow Bros. for up to four players,” says the press release.

As seen in the trailer above, the new iteration of Snow Bros. features an isometric view rather than the typical 2D side scrolling of the past. Up to four players can team up to save Snow Land from the Great King of Evil with couch co-op multiplayer.

“Snow Bros. Wonderland sees our heroes thrust into a new adventure as they’re tasked with defending Snow Land from The Great King of Evil,” says an official description of the game. “Defeating such a foe is snow joke, but have no fear, Snow Bros. Wonderland invites you to bring up to three additional buddies to the party for a four-player, cool-couch-co-op experience that’s certain to make those long winter nights that bit more manageable.”

Limited Run Games partnered with Clear River Games to release physical editions of Snow Bros. Wonderland. Players can begin ordering their boxed copy on November 5, 2028.

Both available for Nintendo Switch, and PS5, the physical Snow Bros. Wonderland Standard Edition will cost $39.99. The Collector’s Edition costs $79.99, and includes the game, art book, the box, snow globe, and soundtrack.

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It’s hard to believe, but it has been over seven years since the release of Horizon Zero Dawn on PlayStation 4. With a Netflix show in development, Aloy’s journey throughout the post-apocalyptic world filled with dangerous robots continues to be one of Sony’s most popular franchises. Now updating the game to the high standards of its sequel, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered is being released ahead of the PlayStation 5 Pro and already wows for regular PS5 owners.

From the opening cutscene, the clear leap in visuals from the original is noticeable. The quality of the character models, fluidity in animation, and overall visual fidelity have been much improved, with the game looking truly stunning on a 4K OLED TV. However, where a lot of remasters have upped the visual quality but lost something in the overall style, that isn’t the case here. Much of the game’s lighting has been manually tweaked to maintain the mood and ensure that you’ll get a near-identical visual experience when you play the sequel. This ultimately results in a beautiful game full of icy tundras and reclaimed by nature landscapes that will have you constantly entering photo mode — and don’t worry, tween Aloy in the prologue section still looks incredibly awkward, just more so by design this time around.

The audio experience in Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered has also been enhanced by developer Guerrilla. The game’s sound mix has been completely revamped, which allows for a really immersive experience whether you’re wearing headphones or not. It also supports PS5 Tempest 3D Audio Tech, which makes going on hunts all the more thrilling as you can hear all aspects of the world clearly. Additionally, over 10 hours of in-game conversation has been rerecorded, boosting the quality of the motion capture.

It’s not just all audiovisual improvements, as the PS5 version of Horizon Zero Dawn also takes full advantage of the DualSense controller’s adaptive triggers and haptic feedback support. I’m a huge fan of these features, as they truly make the experience all the more immersive and unique. Whether you’re in stealth trying to get a way out of a dangerous situation or using your bow and arrows to take care of business, the game plays smoothly and looks wonderful no matter where you’re at in its vast open world.

It’s also worth noting that a suite of additional accessibility options has been added to the port. All of the a11y options from Forbidden West have been included, such as remappable controls and haptic cues to aid players. No corners were cut here, which is great to see and makes it such a smooth experience jumping between Horizon games.

While I chose to start a new game in Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, you also have the option to pull in your old saves from the PlayStation 4 version. So, if you want to pick up where you left off and continue your journey in a superior version, that is totally possible and easy to do. It’s also affordable to do, as Sony is offering the game as a $9.99 upgrade for existing owners, which is a great deal.

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered Review: Final Verdict

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered is a remaster done right. Aloy’s original adventure looks gorgeous and matches all of the features of its sequel. Whether you’re returning to the world that Guerrilla carefully crafted or it’s your first time, you’re bound to be impressed by the attention to detail and the audiovisual overhaul.

SCORE: 9/10

As ComingSoon’s review policy explains, a score of 9 equates to “Excellent.” Entertainment that reaches this level is at the top of its type. The gold standard that every creator aims to reach.

Disclosure: The publisher provided a PS5 code for our Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered review. Reviewed on version 1.003.000.

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Digital Eclipse announced the release date and pricing for its upcoming retro beat ’em up Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind. Those who want to preorder on PlayStation and Steam get a bit of a discount for the upcoming game.

When is the Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind release date?

Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind launches on PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam on December 10, 2024. It will cost $34.99 for all platforms. Preorders are currently available for PlayStation platforms and Steam users. Xbox and Nintendo Switch preorders are coming soon.

PlayStation Plus subscribers and Steam users get a bit of a discount for preordering the retro-style game. Those who want to secure their digital copy can get a 15% discount. It is not yet confirmed if this discount extends to Xbox and Nintendo Switch players. A new trailer shows fans what they can expect from Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind.

“Inspired by the classics of the genre and developed by Digital Eclipse, the team behind Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Cowabunga Collection, Atari 50th Anniversary Celebration, Rita’s Rewind puts a time travel twist on the classic Power Rangers journey along with a high-energy soundtrack scored by Sean Bialo to keep the adventure pumping,” reads the game’s description. “Battle against Robo Rita’s army of Putty Patrollers, General Goldar, and many other iconic bosses from across the series, all in couch co-op or online co-op with friends.”

Power Rangers: Rita’s Rewind was first revealed in June during Summer Game Fest. It is a celebration of the popular franchise’s 30th anniversary in gaming. During National Power Rangers Day, Digital Eclipse revealed the fan-favorite character Tommy Oliver (a.k.a. the Green Ranger) would be an unlockable playable character.

This is not the only video gaming foray the Power Rangers are featured in this year. The franchise came to Ark: Survival Ascended back in June.

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