The post-SDCC week may not have had as many big news stories, but it was still busy enough for a few things to get lost in the shuffle.
Paramount Scares Vol. 2 on 4K in October
Paramount has announced the second volume of their Paramount Scares boxsets, which gives four classic horror films a 4K remaster. It’s set to arrive on October 1st, so just in time for Halloween marathons!
This collectible box set includes four killer films that offer an exciting mix of all that the horror genre has to offer. From a knife-wielding maniac in FRIDAY THE 13TH PART II, to the twisted thrills of ORPHAN: FIRST KILL, the terrifying zombie hordes of WORLD WAR Z, and the psychological terror of BREAKDOWN, this must-own collection delivers loads of chills and thrills.
Each film in the 8-disc collection has been newly remastered and is presented on both 4K Ultra HD Disc and on Blu-ray™ in an individual case and special sleeve exclusive to the set, all housed in a premium box with original artwork. PARAMOUNT SCARES VOL. 2 also includes more than 2.5 hours of bonus content, the unrated version of WORLD WAR Z, access to a Digital copy of each film, and these exclusive collectible items:
* Full-size FANGORIA magazine produced specifically for this release with new and classic articles about the films
* Four unique iron-on patches representing each film
* A domed PARAMOUNT SCARES logo sticker
* A new PARAMOUNT SCARES glow-in-the-dark enamel pin
* Limited-Edition poster by acclaimed artist Orlando “Mexifunk” Arocena
Visions of Mana Demo Goes Live
Ahead of it’s August 29th release, Square Enix launched a demo for Visions of Mana on PlayStation and Xbox devices this week. While save data won’t transfer over, demo players will get some special weapons for characters to use when they play the full game.
In the demo, players will embark on a journey that begins partway through Chapter 1, starting at Rime Falls and continuing into different areas, including the Fallow Steppe and Rhata Harbor. Those up for the challenge can also take on the chapter’s final boss, the Kraken. Players can join up with three party members, Val, Careena and Morley, and experiment with the Wind and Moon classes to enhance their demo experience.
Rick and Morty Complete Seasons 1-7 Arrives Next Month
The latest Rick and Morty boxset brings together all seven seasons, with deleted scenes and more bonus features. The DVD set (sorry, no Blu-ray for some reason) hits shelves on September 10th.
Rick and Morty: The Complete Seasons 1-7 includes all 71 episodes from seven seasons of the award-winning series, copious special features, audio commentary, deleted scenes, “Inside the Episode” segments, numerous featurettes, animatic sketches, and more. Preorder your copy now.
ABOUT RICK AND MORTY: THE COMPLETE SERIES 1-7:
Rick and Morty is the critically acclaimed, half-hour animated hit comedy series on Adult Swim that follows a sociopathic genius scientist who drags his inherently timid grandson on insanely dangerous adventures across the universe. Rick Sanchez is living with his daughter Beth’s family and constantly bringing her, his son-in-law Jerry, granddaughter Summer, and grandson Morty into intergalactic escapades.
New Trailer for Terminator Zero
Netflix’s upcoming Terminator anime series, Terminator Zero, got a new trailer this week. Showing off more action, story, and swanky animation this is shaping up to be something special. Hopefully.
Terminator Zero hits Netflix on August 29, 2024.
Princess Bride and Goat Simulator Come to Pinball FX
On August 29th, two new pinball tables are coming to Pinball FX on consoles and PCs. The new tables are based on the iconic 80s fantasy film, The Princess Bride, and the random chaos of the Goat Simulator franchise (respectively).
Pinball FX’s The Princess Bride Pinball Key Features:
Climb the Cliffs of Insanity and start a Duel with Inigo Montoya
Give the right answer to Vizzini in the Battle of Wits mode and see your scores rise
Free Westley from the Machine by shooting the lit lanes
Prove your skill by going through the Super-Mega-Multi-Monster skillshots
Storm the castle in Wizard Mode and let true love prevail
Pinball FX’s Goat Simulator Pinball Key Features:
Guide Pilgor to The Big Red Button and start a nuclear apocalypse
Overcome an alien invasion by hitting little UFOs
Attend Farmer’s Got Talent and impress all the judges with spectacular shots
Take the Farmer’s tractor and launch it over the mini playfield jump ramp
Battle against the villainous Farmer to escape his simulation in Wizard Mode!
Civilization VII Gameplay Showcase Announced
2K has announced fans of Sid Meier’s Civilization franchise will get a deep dive into the gameplay later this month. On August 20th, they’ll host a Gameplay Showcase for Civilization VII, following the game’s appearance during Gamescom Opening Night Live. Here’s the statement issued from Firaxis:
Civilization is a game that is as wide as it is deep, covering the span of human history as you build your empire piece by piece in the attempt to stand the test of time. We know many of you love getting into the details, and we do too – that’s why we’re going all-out for the gameplay reveal coming later this month.
First, mark your calendars for August 20, 2024! We’re excited to be part of Gamescom Opening Night Live with Geoff Keighley, where we’ll debut our gameplay trailer for Civilization VII. This will be the first time the world sees Civilization VII in motion, and you won’t want to miss it. Make sure you tune-in at Twitch.tv/gamescom at 11:00 AM PT / 8:00 PM CEST to watch Opening Night Live as it airs.
After Opening Night Live, visit Twitch.tv/FiraxisGames at 1:30 PM PT / 10:30 PM CEST to watch our official Civilization VII Gameplay Showcase! For more than 20 minutes, we’ll be sharing exclusive insights from the development team about this revolutionary new chapter in the franchise, including our vision for the game as well as its innovative new features. For a one-stop shop on everything Civilization VII, you’ll definitely want to catch this one live!
First Images, and Premier Date, for Star Wars: Skeleton Crew
Unexpectedly, People Magazine delivered our first official look at the next Star Wars live-action series, Skeleton Crew, earlier this week. Along with a handful of new images, we also have a premiere date! The new show will hit Disney+ starting December 3, 2024.
Hopefully this means we’ll be getting a trailer soon…like during next week’s D23 event.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon hits Nintendo Switch Online This Month
The next Game Boy Advance game to join the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service is Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team! The GBA game arrives on August 9th for subscribers.
Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team – All of a sudden, you’ve found yourself in a new world, one where you’re now a Pokémon yourself and can speak and interact with other Pokémon. The adventure begins when you and your partner Pokémon set out on rescue missions in a world ravaged by natural disasters. But what is your true purpose and destiny in this Pokémon world? That’s the real mystery!
As the hero of this journey, you’ll begin the game by taking a personality quiz, with the results determining which Pokémon you will become out of several options, including Pikachu, Eevee, Charmander, Totodile and Chikorita – just to name a few. From there you’ll select your partner Pokémon before being whisked to a world full of Pokémon to befriend and dungeons to explore. Form your rescue team, take on mysterious changing dungeons and engage in strategic, turn-based battles in this game originally available on the Game Boy Advance system.
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