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  • Pre-order Immortals of Aveum

    Aveum is about to be plunged into darkness under the control of Sandrakk a tyrant who has plunged the planet into a dark place. Using the three colours of magic, Jak finds himself in the middle of the Everwar and with the help of the Order of the Immortals their magic could end the Everwar and set Aveum free.

    You play Jak in this complex game, using spells and magic to overcome the enemies and eventually face up to the tyrant Sandrakk. Fortunately, you have the power of spells, talents and equipment to help you on this quest to defeat evil and set Aveum free once and for all!

    Find out more about the Immortals of Aveum game here; https://www.ea.com/en-gb/games/immortals-of-aveum/immortals-of-aveum

    #ImmortalsOfAveum #AscendantStudios #EAOriginals #Aveum #Everwar #Spellcasting #Magic #Immortals

  • Dear David Going Viral Is A Nightmare

    Most social media users have an encounter with a troll at some point, for most people the normal action is to ignore, but occasionally there is the temptation to respond and sometimes this can get out of hand, as is the case of the BuzzFeed comic artist Adam Ellis.

    It is hard to believe that this is a true story and yet it is, there is a warning here for everyone that uses social media and gets the urge to respond to comments. This story describes just how far out of hand things can get. Dear David explores this story and it will be coming to the big screen this October.

    Find out more about the Dear David movie here; https://www.thefilmcatalogue.com/films/dear-david

    #GoingViralIsANightmare #DearDavid #ViralTwitterThread #BuzzFeed #ComicArtist #AdamEllis #InternetTrolls

  • Risk of Rain Returns Drifter Survivor

    The Risk of Rain Returns is a great retro-looking game, but that is where the similarities end, this is a game that offers all of the fun of a classic game coupled with the latest technology to ensure that there are no bugs, slip-ups or lagging, somehow does that take all of the fun out it?

    The game continues on from the first edition and right from the start you are under pressure as each run that you make is going to be different, so there is no point in trying to remember where the pitfuls are because each game will hit you with a different scenario, sounds like a challenge doesn’t it?

    Find out more about the Risk of Rain Returns Drifter Survivor here; https://store.steampowered.com/app/1337520/Risk_of_Rain_Returns/

    #RiskofRainReturnsDrifterSurvivor #RiskofRainReturns #DrifterSurvivor #RiskofRain #Drifter #Survivor #Steam #NintendoSwitch

  • Remnant Surviving The Post-Apocalypse

    The world as we know it has ended, and the survivors are living a miserable, scary and tough life as evil takes over. There are dangers everywhere and only you can stop the world from changing forever. Team up or go solo in this game, gather your weapons and take on deadly creatures and god-like bosses in order to free the world from this darkness.

    This is the second game in the series and it just gets better. The gameplay is smooth and the action is fierce, which is just what gamers want and why not? If you think that you have what it takes to stop the darkness then there is not long to wait as the game will be released in a few days time and can be pre-ordered now.

    Find out more about the Remnant 2 game here; http://www.RemnantGame.com

    #Remnant #Survivors #PostApocalypse #RemnantGame #SciFi #CoopGame #Battles #Gaming #Gamers

  • Xenonauts 2 The Cold War Continues

    The world is a different place in this game, the cold war has continued right into the 21st century and tensions are high because behind the conflict are a group of alien invaders. The plan is to keep the world in a tense standoff in order for the invasion of the planet to go unnoticed and unopposed.

    You are in command of a secret multinational military force with one goal, stop the alien invasion from getting a greater foothold and from eventually taking the planet over. Working in secret every move you make will be matched by the enemy and yet as in every war, there is a tipping point where the odds begin to favour one side over the other.

    Find out more about the Xenonauts 2 game here; https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/xenonauts-2-42a236

    #Xenonauts #ColdWar #AlienInvasion #UFO #Resistance #StrategyGame #Tactics #Aliens #Invaders

  • Neverwinter And The Demonweb Pits

    Entering the world of Neverwinter is not going to be like a walk in the park for gamers that choose to take on this quest. This is especially so when it comes to the Neverwinter: The Demonweb Pits update that is live now and available from the Epic Games store, are ready to enter the Neverwinter?

    In this game you are walking right into the final battle for Menzoberranzan, this is where you must take up the challenge of facing the dark goddess Lolth, this is going to be an epic battle for control Neverwinter and to win you must be ready to sacrifice everything, are you will to do that and free Neverwinter?

    Find out more on the Neverwinter: The Demonweb Pits update here; https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/neverwinter

    #Neverwinter #DemonwebPits #GameUpdate #NeverwinterTheDemonwebPits #Lolth #Games #SciFi

  • Remnant Hunter Archetype Reveal

    There is a battle raging among the survivors of humanity, with deadly creatures and monsters with bosses who fashion themselves on being gods. You are an explorer and hunter, play on your own or as part of the team to wander these baron lands in search to take out the bosses and save the world from tyranny.

    This is Remnant Hunter the Archetype Reveal a tense game where there are dangers all around, but you have a source of weapons and skills that enable you to fulfil your missions, although that is easier said than done, master your gameplay.

    Find out more on the Remnant Hunter Archetype Reveal here; https://bit.ly/3qwxwDQ

    #Remnant #Hunter #Archetype #RemnantHunterArchetype #Survivors #RPG #Battles #RemnantHunter

  • LISA Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch

    Take a trip to the weird and wonderful world of Olathe in this brilliant retro-looking RPG for the Nintendo Switch. This is LISA and it reminds us of those early games that amused us a long time ago, while it is simple and classic, the technology behind it is right up to date giving us the best of both worlds.

    This is not a game for everyone as it takes place in a post-apocalyptic world where you will need to make friends that you can trust and watch out for deadly creatures who are looking for their next meal. The world of LISA can be fun, dangerous and slightly addictive, are you ready for this?

    Find out more on LISA Definitive Edition on Nintendo Switch here; https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/lisa-definitive-edition-switch/

    #LISADefinitiveEdition #NintendoSwitch #LISA #DefinitiveEdition #Nintendo #Games #RPG #ClassicGames

  • SnowRunner Season Ten Fix And Connect

    For most of us when we think about the wilderness of Canada we often get visions of mountains, lakes, wildlife and vast open spaces, but who would ever think about the big trucks that are used to transport goods, carry out repairs and just generally going about everyday life in the wild.

    This is SnowRunner the game that puts you right in the driving seat of these massive machines that are able to tackle the toughest of roads and weather conditions. These are massive maps where can drive for miles and with spectacular scenery too, you could almost think that you are actually there.

    Find out more on the SnowRunner game here; https://store.focus-entmt.com/uk/snowrunnergames

    #SnowRunner #BritishColumbia #Canada #Trucks #Wilderness #PlayStation #Xbox #NintendoSwitch #PC

  • The Power of Pixel and Prose: Technical Skills for Careers in the Gaming and Sci-Fi Movie Industry

    Immersive landscapes, epic space adventures, and cutting-edge technology all come together in the fantastical realms of the gaming and sci-fi movie industries. As digital entertainment continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, these sectors present exciting opportunities for those armed with the right skill set. This blog post will delve into the key technical skills that can open the doors to these dynamic industries.

     

    1. Computer Programming:

     

    In both the gaming and sci-fi movie industry, programming is foundational. It’s the magic behind the scenes that brings digital worlds to life. Mastery of languages such as C++, Python, and Java, as well as understanding gaming engines like Unity or Unreal Engine, is vital.

     

    2. Graphic Design and 3D Modelling:

     

    The visual aesthetics of games and movies play a significant role in capturing audiences’ imaginations. Skills in graphic design and 3D modelling, using tools like Adobe Creative Suite, Blender or Maya, are crucial in creating stunning visuals and immersive environments.

     

    3. Animation:

     

    Animation breathes life into characters and scenarios. Professionals skilled in creating animation sequences using software like Cinema 4D or Autodesk’s 3ds Max are highly sought after in the industry.

     

    4. Audio Engineering:

     

    Sound design enhances the immersive experience of a game or movie. Skills in audio engineering, including sound effect creation, music composition, and audio post-production using tools like Pro Tools or Logic Pro X, are invaluable.

     

    5. Special Effects:

     

    In the realm of sci-fi movies, special effects (SFX) take centre stage. Knowledge of SFX software like After Effects or Nuke can allow you to craft spectacular visual spectacles that define sci-fi cinematography.

     

    6. Scripting and Narrative Design:

     

    Beyond the technical, storytelling is an essential part of game design and sci-fi movies. The ability to weave engaging narratives and develop compelling characters is an invaluable skill. Familiarity with scripting software, such as Final Draft or Celtx, can help structure your storytelling.

     

    7. Virtual and Augmented Reality:

     

    As VR and AR technologies advance, they are increasingly used in gaming and filmmaking. Understanding these technologies and how to integrate them into a user experience is a cutting-edge skill that sets professionals apart.

     

    The demand for these technical skills translates into rewarding salary prospects. In fact, careers in the gaming and sci-fi movie industries often offer compensation packages higher than the UK average salary.

     

    In conclusion, the gaming and sci-fi movie industries represent exciting arenas where technical proficiency meets creative imagination. By honing these technical skills, you are not just equipping yourself for a viable career path. You are stepping into a world where you create new realities, ignite adventures, and ultimately – wield the power of pixel and prose to captivate and inspire audiences across the globe.

  • Ties that Bind Quest Marvel Contest of Champions

    The Marvel Contest of Champions brings together all of our favourite heroes and villains into one big event where they battle it out until there is only one left standing. This new event is the Ties that Bind quest and it will bring together friends and foes in a battle to the end if you can manage it.

    This is not your run-of-the-mill game as it takes talent, skills and of course a bit of luck too. Yet this is a game that brings people together and that is what is brilliant as it gives us all something to fight for and at the end of the day, winning is all that matters isn’t it?

    Find out more on the Ties that Bind on Marvel Contest of Champions here; https://playcontestofchampions.com/

    #Marvel #MarvelGames #Heroes #Villians #MCU #Games #Gaming #TiesthatBind #MarvelContestofChampions

  • Headbangers Rhythm Royale Coomunity Flock

    When it comes to FPS games we would normally think of something with a cool battle royale where it is the last man standing that wins the game, but this is the Headbangers Rhythm Royale the Coomunity Flock 2 and it comes with the First Piano Shooter mini games, that will blow your mind, so what are you waiting for here?

    These First Piano Shooter mini-games have just 70 seconds on the clock and that is not long when everything is happening all around you, this is something that will make you tear your hair out but only until it is your turn to win, then it becomes a different story to enjoy.

    Find out more on the Headbangers Rhythm Royale game here; https://bit.ly/YT-Headbangers

    #HeadbangersRhythmRoyale #CoomunityFlock #FirstPianoShooter #Headbangers #FPS #RhythmRoyale #FirstPianoShooter

  • AI versus Humans! The Creator!

    For decades we were warned in science fiction and from scientists, yet we gave allowed artificial intelligence to get into almost every aspect of our lives from TV to newspapers, health to science and even of course weapons and defence. It was only a matter of time before the creator declared war on the human race.

    The war has been dragging on and so the creator has built the ultimate weapon to destroy the human race once and for all. Only one man can stop this from happening, a former soldier trained to track and kill his target, but this time the target is the creator and the weapon created to kill all humans is a young boy!

    Find out more on The Creator here; https://www.20thcenturystudios.com/movies/the-creator?

    #TheCreator #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Future #War #Humans #SciFi #RiseoftheMachines

  • Minecraft The Great Wild Lush Caves

    If you are looking for somewhere new to go while playing Minecraft then maybe this is for you, its the latest edition to the Great Wild and they are simply calling it the Lush Caves, which of course sounds marvellous, scary and very intriguing all at the same time, can you handle the pressure of live underneath the ground?

    There are many challenges in the Minecraft world, but most of it takes place above ground, so venture down through the caves and you will find yourself in a completely different world, with new places to explore and then there are those who inhabit these caves to watch out for, are they friendly and can they be trusted?

    Find out more on Minecraft: The Great Wild the Lush Caves here; https://www.minecraft.net/en-us

    #MinecraftTheGreatWild #MinecraftLushCaves #MinecraftTheGreatWildLushCaves #Minecraft #TheGreatWild #LushCaves

  • The Horrors Of The Gord

    The Gord is one of those games that just gets bigger and better, now there are some different challenges to meet as the game takes you deeper into the story and introduces us to the horrors that are awaiting us hiding in every dark corner of the game.

    This is a challenge that will test you and play with your mind all at the same time. This is the Gord and should you cross the line there are always consequences that must be faced up to, do you have what it takes to face the Gord and beyond?

    Find out more about the Gord here; https://www.gord.game/

    #TheGord #Gord #Challenge #Game #Gaming #Horror #NewGames #Forest #Darkness #GordGame

  • So You Want To Be A Cult Leader

    For most people becoming the leader of a cult would not be their first career choice, but maybe that is the difference between being a regular person and the leader of a cult with followers and all of the advantages that come with the role of the leader!

    This documentary narrated by Peter Dinklage will arrive on Netflix later on this month and although it is slightly tongue-in-cheek, it is also a warning to us all on how somebody could use a playbook to become the leader of a cult and then have the power to influence people. So, if you are looking for a new career, then maybe you too could become the leader of a cult!

    Find out more on How to Become a Cult Leader here; https://media.netflix.com/en/only-on-netflix/81596972

    #Netflix #Cult #Documentary #PeterDinklage #HowtoBecomeaCultLeader #Followers #Leader #TV

  • Relic Hunters Legend On Closed Beta

    If you are looking for something new, then look no further than the Relic Hunters Legend game that is coming out in closed beta on Steam. This is a brilliant adventure RPG game that will test your gaming skills to the limit, but it doesn’t have to be just you, bring along four other gaming friends to save the galaxy.

    You are space ducks fighting an evil empire hell-bent on taking over the entire galaxy, nothing new there then! Gather your team, build up your weapons and defeat the evil empire once and for all, sounds easy doesn’t it? Don’t believe it at all, this game will frustrate, annoy and then eventually please you, just like all good games, enjoy!

    Find out more on the Relic Hunters Legend closed beta on Steam here; http://bit.ly/RHLSteam

    #RelicHuntersLegend #ClosedBeta #Steam #LooterShooter #RPG #AdventureGame #EvilSpaceDucks #RHL #NewGames

  • Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Ground Battle

    This is your chance to unleash that built-up power in the Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Ground Battle, do you have what it takes to take on the best fighters in a competition that has some very interesting rules and some even more interesting competitors?

    This is the new Ground Battle for Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot that puts you right there in the middle of the action, taking on some of the toughest challenges in the gaming world. One thing is for certain when you get through this you know that you have been through it.

    Find out more on Dragon Ball Z Kakarot Ground Battle here; https://en.bandainamcoent.eu/dragon-ball/dragon-ball-z-kakarot

    #DragonBallZ #Kakarot #GroundBattle #DragonBallZKakarotGroundBattle #BandaiNamco #DBZK #DLC5

  • TMNT Shredders Revenge Dimension Shellshock

    Pizza and brawling sounds a bit like a Saturday night out, but this is the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredders Revenge game with the Dimension Shellshock DLC for the Nintendo Switch. Travel through different dimensions and collect as many crystals as you can to upgrade your character in order to fight off Shredder and his pals.

    There might be a bit of time to wait for this DLC as it looks like it’s coming later in the year, but that does not mean that we cannot talk about it. Fighting Shredder and his gang is hard enough, but travelling through different dimensions at the same time offers the gamer even more levels of difficulty, you will need plenty of pizza for energy to get through this, it’s a tough job!

    Find out more on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Shredders Revenge here; http://www.nintendo.com/

    #NintendoSwitch #TMNT #TeenageMutantNinjaTurtles #ShreddersRevenge #DimensionShellshock #DLC #Nintendo

  • Gamers Already Creating Ships For Starfield

    Despite the much-awaited launch of Starfield being in September, it seems that some gamers are already building ships for the game, but how? It is quite easy really using the 3D creation suite Blender some gamers have created some realistic Starfield ships that have even impressed the developer Bethesda enough for them to acknowledge these designs,

    Starfield will be the first game of its kind for a long time from Bethesda it will allow gamers to create a character and explore the universe, which is where cool spaceships come into their own. The game will be launching in early September on Xbox, PC and Steam.

    Find out more on the Starfield game here; https://bethesda.net/en/game/starfield

    #Starfield #Bethesda #GamesDevelopers #Blender #Reddit #Starships #NewGames #3DCreationSuite

  • Survivor Summerfest comes to PUBG

    Going to a festival during the summer is something that many people like to do, so why wouldn’t it be the same for everyone on PlayerUnknowns Battlegrounds, well it is as the Survivor Summerfest has come to the game for everyone to enjoy, do you think that you are ready for this?

    The Survivor Summerfest is offering a whole range of features such as new maps, special drops, collaborations and much more too. This is a gaming spectacular and it is all available now for gamers to enjoy or you can just on with the battle royale and take out the enemy!

    Find out more about the Survivor Summerfest on PUBG here; https://pubg.com/en/events/2023summer

    #PlayerUnknownsBattlegrounds #PlayerUnknowns #Battlegrounds #PUBG #SurvivorSummerfest #PUBGBattlegrounds