EPOS have announced a flash sale pricing on bestselling, award winning EPOS | SENNHEISER headsets. The following headsets have all had huge price drops:

GSP 670 – from $249 down to $169 (save $80) // £219 down to £149 (save £70)

GSP 370 – from $149 down to $99 (save $50) // £129 down to £89 (save £40)

Game Zero from $179 down to $99 (save $80) // £159 down to £89 (save £70)

GSP 670

The GSP 670 is the premium wireless gaming headset for the demanding gamer. Customize 7.1 surround with the EPOS Gaming Suite and adjust chat and game audio independently. Intelligent battery management preserves battery life and Bluetooth® lets you switch seamlessly between your game and phone.

About the GSP 370

The GSP 370 wireless gaming headset delivers reliable, lag-free audio with up to 100 hours of play on a single charge. Personalize your game audio through the EPOS Gaming Suite with 7.1 digital surround sound processing. The headset features a microphone with a lift-to-mute flexible boom arm and high wearing comfort.

About the GAME Zero

The GAME ZERO is the classic closed acoustic headset designed for the gamer seeking a competitive edge. Original transducer technology delivers extreme audio clarity for exceptionally detailed realism and positional accuracy. Lightweight, yet robust, the headset folds for convenient portability.

Snap them up before the sale is over.

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The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt has arguably been one of the best games to hit the market in recent history, personally I have found it to be a genre defining game. Whilst CD Projekt Red have had their fair share of controversy of late (for those living in a cave for the past two years please look up Cyberpunk 2077), The Witcher has always helped keep the name CD Projekt Red one associated with customer focused work and that of generous game development processes. This fact alone highlighted in the newly released 2022 The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (a game released 7 years prior) free upgrade for current generation platforms (for those owning the 2015 release).

There have been some big updates to the way the game handles and operates broken down below. The most immediate improvement has come in the form of the graphics (including the upscaling of textures for key characters such as Geralt Yennefer etc.), but also the ability to alter the frame rates to suit the users preference. There are two options within this category, 60 fps allowing for smooth gameplay whilst also allowing for a notable upscaling in the graphics from the last version of Wild Hunt.

The other option is resolution where 30 fps is the target but graphics and raytracing are prioritised so the visuals are stunning and meticulously detailed, but there is a compromise as the gameplay and feel of movement comes off more clunky and jarring. Personally the 60 fps option offers much improved graphics but also eradicates any clunky movement and adds a much more user friendly fluidity to the gameplay. Side note here, the graphics are improved to the level that my dog was very upset anytime a wolf was present as he was convinced they were real, ha!

You’ll pleasingly also see that hair clipping issues and other armor related clipping has been lovingly addressed, ensuring those immersion breaking moments are fewer and further between.

Other welcomed additions are the options to change the appearances of many of the characters you may encounter in the world throughout the storyline, although a small addition it’s a fun and nice option to have. The addition of a mission based around the Witcher Netflix series is a great nod to the multimedia nature of the Witcher franchise, from novel, to videogame, to series. It’s awesome to see the influence of the series now coming back to influence the game, expanded and additional missions in The Witcher are never a miss, that’s where the Witcher excels – the story and missions have always been exciting and varied and fresh at any stage or location of the game and the additional content is no different from what came before in that regard.

The inclusion of both developer and user mods is a brilliant addition to the game and another fantastic showing that CDPR are in tune and in touch with their fans and have them at the heart of changes they make and will actively involve the fans in improvements and developments where possible.

Another feature of which has been improved is the user control over protagonist Geralt. The old iterations of the Witcher 3 feel tanky, sluggish and heavy when revisited. At the time of the original release the movement controls were state of the art and therefore took nothing away from the experience, but as time has progressed and improvements to game play have occurred upon revisiting the control movements felt very heavy, this has absolutely been addressed and overcome in the newest edition of The Witcher, the movement and playability rivals any release of current generation third-person perspective games and propels The Witcher back into the forefront of open world games and enjoyable titles to play.

In conclusion I have loved The Witcher since I played it back on the PS4 7 years ago, and this update has done nothing to change that, it has only sought to make me excited and able to replay The Witcher and re-enjoy the storyline all over again, with a fresh set of graphics and user friendly controls and gameplay, with the addition of further excellent content and missions CDPR have absolutely smashed it out of the park.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Next Gen Update out now on PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox Series X|S

Reviewed by Callum Callaghan aka OldManChog

TGS would like to thank the publisher for the review code supplied for the purpose of this review.

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Every year, Rocket League hands out rewards to their players who have achieved certain feats. The rewards will vary between seasons and the way in which players earn them is never the same, season on season.

It’s one of the unique aspects of Rocket League. Right up until close to the end of the season, the rewards are not announced and then they are revealed with only weeks left to go before the season wraps up.

The rewards can be anything from vehicles to titles floating above player’s heads. The only thing which is certain about the rewards, is that we all think they are pretty damn cool.

How to Earn Rewards

Rocket League knows it’s players really well, it knows what they enjoy doing and it knows how to reward them. So when Rocket League had to decide how to judge which players to reward and the levels, it came up with a structure which pretty much all players love.

Every player earns points towards a reward level when they play a competitive game. With ten placement matches being available, the more someone plays the higher reward level will be. Starting off at Bronze and moving up through Silver and Gold to Platinum, is enough to get players into the middle level rewards. Playing more of the Competitive games will move players further up through Diamond, Champion, Grand Champion and finally to Supersonic Legend.

What Was Dropped in Season 5

With Season five being the most recent, it’s a great place to start. This season we saw the rewards take the form of new Goal Explosions. These are custom animations that blow up in the goal mouth when one team scores.

Goal Explosions

Any player that had earned the Bronze I or higher rank, was rewarded with a Bronze Goal Explosion. Now as the name suggests this was a huge ball of energy gathering within the goal mouth and then exploding in a bronze hue of shapes, as they scattered all over the pitch.

If any players had achieved the rank of Supersonic Legend, then they would have been rewarded with a Supersonic Legend Goal Explosion, which pretty much involved every colour you could ever think of, and the added bonus of a lower goal explosion, which was really the icing on the cake.

Title Rewards

One of the very cool aspects of the rewards is the title reward. It’s a mark of class and distinction which can be seen by anyone and everyone watching. It’s really good fun, just after the rewards have dropped to check out the rocket league tournament schedule here and pick a match. Jump in and see what rewards are on show.

One of the first rewards you will see, will be the Title Rewards, they are the hardest earned and therefore the most prominent and sought after.

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Premium audio brand EPOS (from Sennheiser and the Demant group) is introducing a limited-edition product bundle that will level up players’ gaming audio experiences. The bundle includes the award winning H6PRO Closed or Open Acoustic Gaming Headset and the popular GSX 300 External Soundcard – both in sleek, black color variants.

This bundle is designed for gamers who want to enhance their audio experiences beyond their PC’s on-board capabilities. When combined with the EPOS Gaming Suite, the H6PRO headset and GSX 300 external sound card deliver outstanding digital sound processing and customizable 7.1 EPOS Surround Sound. Superior performance across the full audio spectrum is now for the taking in this limited-edition bundle.

The bundle is available for purchase at EPOS’ official website in both an Open and Closed Acoustic version for $199 / £179.

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ININ Games, in partnership with Mebius., have brought another exceptional Shoot ‘Em Up (Shmup) experience to the PlayStation 4 (and PS5 via backward compatibility) that has already captivated gamers on Nintendo Switch: the amazing Rolling Gunner bundled with the fantastic Over Power DLC.

Directed by ex-Cave developer Daisuke Koizumi, who worked on the incredible Deathsmiles 2, Dondonpachi and more, Rolling Gunner + Over Power is a real danmaku (Bullet-Hell) 2D shooter, an adrenaline-tingling arcade-style scrolling blaster with weapons and bombs galore. Check out tbrand-new trailer for a closer look.

This must-play title offers more content than most Shmups out there and is available right now via the PlayStation Store. Fans also still have the chance to pre-order one of the highly limited boxed Collector’s Editions provided by Strictly Limited Games, scheduled to ship in June.

About Rolling Gunner + Over Power
The year is 2061 and the now-sentient computer system called the BAC has turned technology against humanity and erased half the world’s population. Humanity’s fate now rests in the hands of a courageous RF-42R STORK spacecraft pilot armed with the Rolling Gun, a special weapon secretly built to combat the BAC. Take flight and battle your way through masses of enemy ships while earning points and upgrading your equipment, to eventually face the out-of-control AI. Then, chase the high score and secure your place among the elite on the global online ranking boards that were finally added in this PS4 version.

Features:

• Pick one of three STORK spaceships, each with unique attributes and firing patterns
• Navigate across six stages blanketed in a hail of bullets from an unceasing onslaught of enemies and screen-filling bosses
• Varied difficulty modes offer the best experience for every skill level
• Climb the global online leaderboards and keep the challenge going, even after beating the highest difficulty
• The Replay feature lets you analyze your last attempts and Training Mode helps you master the Rolling Gun and the different stages
• Beautifully animated cutscenes and a superior, energetic soundtrack by COSIO marry the gameplay and story perfectly

But there is much more: Over Power!
The included Over Power DLC can best be described as a super expansion, turning the bullet-hell shooter into an even more frantic twin-stick shooter, with a new control scheme and even a new soundtrack, creating a completely different experience that can be selected from the main menu. The titular Rolling Gun can now be moved independently from the ship with the right stick to destroy enemies and projectiles with more precision and a buster beam gun and rechargeable plasma shield are added to the arsenal. These are much-needed upgrades to the STORK spacecraft as players will find themselves confronted with a ton of additional enemies and projectiles in Over Power.

Click here for more information

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Peripheral maker GameSir has launch of its new Indiegogo campaign for its latest product – the rather uncatchy-named X3 Type-C peltier-cooled mobile gaming controller. Designed specifically for mobile gaming, it aims to add cooling to a mobile controller, adding both into one device, aiming for superior performance.

The X3 Type-C is available on Indiegogo from 20 April with prices starting from £53.81/$69.99 – which is a reduction of 30% from the RRP.

Here’s some PR:

Allowing users to have the best of both worlds, the X3 Type-C is a wired controller integrated with an ergonomic phone cooler. This ensures that it delivers a console-like experience whilst ensuring that any overheating issues with phones are solved easily. With a combination of 4000 mm² cooling area, 128 heat transfer columns and 7500RPM 7-blade fan for increased airflow, it can efficiently cool down a phone once the power is connected so that gaming can continue without any delays or problems. The phone cooler can allow up to a 12°C drop in the CPU temperature and 24°C drop in surface temperature and the wired connection maintains a zero-input delay whilst in use.

Designed for pro-level gaming, the device features bumpers, triggers, face buttons and a D-pad that all come with Kailh switches that are resistant to up to 3 million clicks to ensure that there is crisp tactile feedback that feels more advanced than previous mobile gaming device.

The Alps analog thumb sticks also provide smooth and precise 360° control for accurate gaming whilst the ABXY buttons are detachable so can allow for an Xbox and Switch layout swap if desired. The controller can also be customised with various interchangeable parts such as the D-pad, thumb sticks and thumb stick caps so that the experience can be truly personal and lead to an increased chance of success in gameplay – whether a beginner, intermediate or advanced mobile gamer. Featuring a one click option to capture any highlights, it is easy to get an image that can be used to brag to friends.

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Strictly Limited Games, in partnership with Crackshell and the acclaimed indie publisher and porting experts BlitWorks (Slipstream), have announced the upcoming limited boxed release of Epics of Hammerwatch: Heroes’ Edition. Both critically acclaimed Hammerwatch games and a whole heap of goodies from the Hammerwatch universe will be available in a single, physical collection (including all previously released DLC) for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 (PS4).

Pre-orders for the Limited Edition and Special Limited Edition will kick off on Sunday, April 17th, at 12 AM CEST (midnight), only at Strictly Limited Games.

The Heroes’ Edition includes the praised indie hack and slash hit Hammerwatch, and its popular rogue-lite sequel Heroes of Hammerwatch – Ultimate Edition. Check out the brand-new trailer to take a closer look:

A hack and slash action-adventure, set in a unique fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or gather your friends for a memorable online or couch co-op session, in this adventure from the bottom to the very top of Castle Hammerwatch. Then, crawl around the desert in the Temple of the Sun Expansion and try to survive in the two extra modes. Pick your class and kill hordes of diverse enemies throughout unique environments, riddled with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.

Features:

• 7 classes to master, each with unique features and skills to unlock to develop your character
• Multiplayer co-op fun for up to 4 players, online and local
• How tough are you? Pick your difficulty and further customize it with several modifiers
• 2 campaigns: Castle Hammerwatch & Temple of the Sun
• 2 extra modes: Hero defense & Survival

Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure game set in the same universe as Hammerwatch. Encounter endless hordes of enemies, traps, puzzles, secrets, unforgiving bosses and lots of loot, as you battle your way through procedurally generated levels to reach the top of the Forsaken Spire. Then, dive into the 3 additional DLCs included: Witch Hunter, Pyramid of Prophecy and Moon Temple!

Features:

Choose your own style: 9 classes available, all with unique stats, abilities and playstyles.

Procedurally generated levels offer a high replay value and pose a new challenge with each run.

Persistent progression: Your heroes retain the experience and upgrades gained from each run, becoming more powerful as they level up. 

Online Co-op: Play with up to 3 friends in online co-op, you can even bring your own heroes to your friend’s game!

Includes all 3 DLCs: Witch Hunter, Pyramid of Prophecy and Moon Temple. With many additional skills, items, areas to explore, 2 new game modes, 2 new classes and much more!

New Game+: Even if you beat the game, the challenge never ends!

Strictly Limited Editions:

Strictly Limited Games is putting together the exclusive Epics of Hammerwatch: Heroes’ Edition, giving the Hammerwatch universe the boxed legacy it deserves, with two unique limited editions, available for pre-order via the Strictly Limited Games online shop.

The Limited Edition is limited to 3,000 copies for Nintendo Switch and 1,100 for PS4, at a price of 29.99€, including a colourful game manual.

The Special Limited Edition is limited to 1,000 copies for Nintendo Switch and 600 for PS4, for 49.99€, including lots of exclusive collectibles from the Hammerwatch universe: 

• Special Limited Edition Box
• Colourful Game Manual 
• Original Soundtrack
• A3 Double-sided Poster
• 7 Character Die Cut Stickers
• Game Logo Patch
•  4 Background Art Post Cards
• Character Group Shot Magnet

Both editions will be available for pre-order on Sunday, April 17th, at 12 AM CEST (midnight) and shipping is expected for Q3 2022.

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TAITO MILESTONES collection for Nintendo Switch finally releases this April 15th in Europe and North America, much to the excitement of retro gamers everywhere. This exciting compilation of ten classic games spanning different genres is available through selected retailers as a physical release and digitally via the Nintendo eShop.

To celebrate the milestones in their company’s rich history, TAITO combined ten groundbreaking classics from the ‘80s in one amazing collection, including games from several genres – platformer, sports, shooting, puzzle and more

The ten games on offer are QIX and SPACE SEEKER from 1981, 1982’s WILD WESTERN, ALPINE SKI and FRONT LINE, from 1983 the classic ELEVATOR ACTION and Chack’n Pop, 1985’s The FairyLand Story, 1986’s HALLEY’S COMET and rounding off the ten THE NINJAWARRIORS from 1987.

The collection aims to highlight the innovative ideas that led to TAITO’s arcade dominance during the 80’s.

The boxed edition and the digital download version of TAITO MILESTONES for Nintendo Switch will, April 15th.

Check iningames.com for more information and the latest updates on the game!

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MX vs ATV Legends revs up with digital pre-orders from today, also providing a first look at the punishing terrain and unrelenting competition players can look forward to the completely new Trails Mode!

The next installment in the MX vs ATV franchise, MX vs ATV Legends, will be coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles, along with PS4, Xbox One and PC.

Scheduled to release on May 24, 2022, MX vs ATV Legends will feature the most expansive career mode in franchise history! In addition to introducing the all-new Trails Mode, MX vs ATV Legends invites players to carve their own path to the podium with unprecedented player choice including sponsorship opportunities and special invitational events.

MX vs ATV Legends can be pre-ordered at the Microsoft or PlayStation store and wishlisted on Steam.

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Today, the latest DLC pack for Assetto Corsa Competizione has been released for PC players, and review codes are now available for request.

The Challengers Pack DLC for Assetto Corsa Competizione adds 5 brand new vehicles to the main game, including the all-new Audi R8 LMS GT3 EVO II, set to be driven by former motorbike champion Valentino Rossi.

The new vehicles will also feature in a series of Esports events, with the BMW M2 CR Racing competing in the BMW Sim Time Attack by Assetto Corsa Competizione. The Ferrari 488 Challenge EVO will take part in the Ferrari Velas Esports Series, whilst Lamborghini will use its car in its ‘The Real Race’ competition, the official Lamborghini Esports Series.

Purchase the game for £9.99 via the Assetto Corsa Competizione steam page here.

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