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START YOUR ENGINES — Future Of Play Direct Is Back on June 8 for Summer Game Fest

Your favorite Toonami-inspired video game showcase is coming soon — tune in or else!

ALPHA CENTAURI – May 22, 2024 – GLITCH is back for Season 5, with an even bigger and brighter Future Of Play Direct. Tune in on Saturday, June 8, at 11 AM EDT / 8 AM PDT as VTuber Melios the Android broadcasts stellar games from across the universe, highlighting bold new launch announcements, trailers and show-stopping galaxy premieres! Get ready to swoon over cute anime girls with big swords, go on a date with death, practice witchcraft, and fight capitalism with the power of dance.

This year’s Future Of Play Direct will showcase games from countless developers you’ve been dying to hear from. Get ready for exclusive announcements about cosmic new bangers from Trinket Studios (creators of Battle Chef Brigade), Texel Raptor (creators of Parkitect), Mighty Yell (creators of The Big Con), and Studio Pixel Punk (creators of Unsighted). Plus tune in for exciting updates from titles such as Dungeon Clawler, Timberborn, Psychroma, Zodiac XXL, Airborne Empire and much more.

Tune in Saturday, June 8, at 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT to watch Future Of Play Direct live on YouTube, Twitch, IGN, GameSpot and more alongside the thrilling lineup of Summer Game Fest showcases. After the show, a VOD for Future Of Play Direct Season 5 will be featured on the GLITCH YouTube channel at youtube.com/heyglitch.

About GLITCH

GLITCH is a creator-led, cooperatively-owned movement backing bold new forms of play and the people who define them. We’re building the #FutureOfPlay together by sharing knowledge widely, co-creating spaces for experimentation, and making worlds for people who want more from their video games. Join us on Discord and follow along on Twitter and TikTok.

All Aboard! Tower Of God: New World Welcomes Ssr+ [Ancient Monster] Ha Jinsung And “The Murder On The Express Train” Campaign Events

LOS ANGELES – May 22, 2024 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has released a new game update for its collectible RPG, Tower of God: New World. This update features a new teammate, as well as several themed events called ‘The Murder on the Express Train.’ 

Players can now experience the new playable teammate, SSR+ [Ancient Monster] Ha Jinsung (Red element, Fisherman, Assassin). One of FUG’s executives, Ha Jinsung served as a martial arts instructor for Karaka and Jue Viole Grace, but he turned his back on his family to focus on his personal goals. Ha Jinsung is a fierce assassin known for his ambush attacks and skills to become temporarily invincible. The latest update also includes new costumes for Ha Jin Sung, Ha Yura, Data Zahard and Child Endorsi.

Celebrating the arrival of Ha Jinsung, players can enter several new in-game events through June 5: 

  • Story Event [The Murder on the Express Train]: Experience a special story and stages featuring Ha Jinsung and Ha Yura who uncover a mysterious murder case and where players can earn story points. Based on story point rankings, players will acquire special titles such as the Express Train Fixer. 
  • [The Murder on the Express Train] Exchange Shop: Exchange items earned from the Story Event for valuable rewards such as the new costume for SSR Data Zahard and Growth resources. 
  • [The Murder on the Express Train] Check-in Event: Players will earn various gifts including Normal Summon Tickets (x40) and up to 3,000 Suspendiums by checking-in the game for 14 days during the event period. 
  • [Ancient Monster] Ha Jinsung Trial Event: Play with the new teammate [Ancient Monster] Ha Jinsung for three days and get various Growth resources as rewards.

Players who complete Story Event missions will receive Normal Summon Tickets and SSR Soulstones among other rewards. Additionally, players who clear all Story Events can challenge the Event Boss [Punisher] Ren for a limited period of time (May 29 to June 5). 

The celebration continues with Yellowy’s Bingo Time Event (May 29 – June 5) that gives players a chance to obtain Normal Summon Tickets, SSR Soulstones and more. Additionally, the Loot Bonus Time Event (May 24 – 31), offers players the opportunity to receive double Coins, Shinsu and Link EXP during the event period. 

In Tower of God: New World, players can take control of fan-favorite characters to ascend the Tower. Jin Twenty-Fifth Bam – and more than 90 characters – as he fights his way through the Tower in gorgeous 3D animation that will make players feel like they have stepped into an anime world. Players will experience fast-paced battle mechanics while utilizing a unique Slot System that powers up a particular “slot” instead of a specific character. 

The game is now available on Google Play and the App Store while the PC version is available to download from Google Play Games Beta. Players are encouraged to sign up on Discord and other social channels (YouTube, Instagram, X, TikTok, and Facebook) for the latest information.

About Netmarble Corporation

Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling: ARISE, Seven Knights Idle Adventure, Tower of God: New World, Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

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Behaviour Interactive Announces Offline Mode for Islands of Insight

Lunarch Studios and Behaviour Interactive are excited to announce the development of an offline mode for their game, Islands of Insight. Responding to player feedback and the desire for a more flexible gaming experience, the new offline mode aims to enhance the player experience and allow them to enjoy the game in their own way.

The shared world’s vision was always to bring a fresh experience to the puzzle genre. Islands of Insight is a game that was created to be played by many in an environment that promotes social interactions, community, and streaming — all without disrupting the experience of players who preferred to journey on their own. Developing this new feature isn’t the easiest task, but players can expect the offline mode to be released in the coming months.

In addition to this announcement:

  • The Islands of Insight demo is currently available on the game’s Steam page. Players can get a taste of the world, where they can solve and explore in part of the first biome of the game.
  • The game will be part of Steam Cerebral Puzzle Showcase, taking over the platform from May 23 (10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET) – May 30 (10 a.m. PT / 1 p.m. ET). 

Updates on the progress of offline mode will be provided through Islands of Insight’s Steam announcements and official social media channels on X and TikTok, as well as our official website.

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CRITICAL REFLEX to Publish Mouthwashing, Wrong Organ’s Story-Driven Psychological Horror Game

Join the doomed crew of a deep-space freighter with the game’s free Steam demo, available now

NICOSIA, Cyprus – May 22, 2024 – Publisher CRITICAL REFLEX has announced a new partnership with indie developer Wrong Organ (How Fish is Made) to release the first-person, story-driven psychological horror game Mouthwashing on PC. The game’s first chilling demo was released as part of Steam Next Fest earlier this year and is available to play now on Steam.

When Pony Express’s interplanetary freighter Tulpar goes off course, its five crew members find themselves stranded with a diminishing supply of resources. As they face the threat of starvation and endure crippling isolation, the crew must fight back paranoia and hallucinations as they come to realize the question is not whether they will survive, but when they will perish… and who will be responsible.

Key Features

  • Inescapable Isolation: Explore claustrophobic corridors as time closes in on you.
  • Immersive Storytelling: Every detail tells a story. A keen eye is key.
  • An Unfolding Narrative: Uncover the truth about your captain, your crew, and your cargo.
  • Descend into Madness: Question everything, trust nothing. Not even your own mind.
  • Unforgiving Brutality: Hope to die, or for goodness sake, pray that everyone else did.

Mouthwashing joins a spine-tingling lineup of indie horror games under the CR Channel publishing label, which CRITICAL REFLEX announced last year. The collection includes Mike Klubnika’s viral hit Buckshot Roulette, free found-footage horror game TELEFORUM, and three upcoming titles: horror-sim Regular Home Renovation Simulator, horror fishing adventure Drowned Lake, and surreal hand-painted adventure Flawless Abbey.

For more information, follow CR Channel on Twitter and join the CR Channel Discord community for the latest news, engaging discussions and more.

About Wrong Organ

Wrong Organ is a game development studio with a focus on creating low-poly horror games. The founding team met at Futuregames, a Swedish game development education organization. They collaborated on various projects, eventually releasing one called How Fish is Made. Towards the end of their education, the team decided to establish Wrong Organ, with the intention to continue creating similar games. You can stay updated on Wrong Organ’s latest project, Mouthwashing, by following them on Twitter and joining their Discord.

About CRITICAL REFLEX

CRITICAL REFLEX is an indie game publishing label on a mission: find kick-ass games, make sure they’re at their best upon release, and put them in front of as many gaming fans as possible. Members of our team have worked with a lot of successful indie projects, launched a dozen crowdfunding companies, and now we’ve come together to publish games that we love! www.criticalreflex.com

About CR Channel

CR Channel is the Critical Reflex publishing label focusing exclusively on indie horror. Join the Discord here: https://discord.gg/FrzN8srBfy

The King is in Play in Chivalry 2’s Regicide Update, Crowning Two Years of Free Content Updates with Climactic Citadel Siege

The King is in Play in Chivalry 2’s Regicide Update, Crowning Two Years of Free Content Updates with Climactic Citadel Siege

The king is dead, long live the king! Developer Torn Banner Studios and publisher Tripwire Presents today announced the launch of the final free content update for Chivalry 2, Regicide, available now on all supported platforms, including PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store), the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 computer entertainment systems, the Xbox One family of devices, and the Xbox Series X|S console systems. Regicide takes the ongoing war between the Mason Order and Agathia to an epic new map culminating in a clash of kings, while adding a versatile new polearm, regal new campaign pass, new cosmetic customization options, and additional bug fixes and quality of life improvements. 

Watch the Regicide update trailer below:

Chivalry 2 Regicide Update Highlights: 

  • New Map – Regicide at Trayan Citadel: The final showdown between the Mason Order and Agathian army has arrived at the Mason’s doorstep. The battle begins outside the walls with the assaulting Agathian army tasked with taking the outer encampment and escorting “The Lion’s Thrust” ram to breach the front gates. Once inside soldiers will battle through the citadel’s corridors before arriving at Malrick Castle, where King Malric takes to the field himself. The final map will deliver epic, cinematic moments for players throughout, even if the bard’s tales of the citadels’ volcanic secrets bends the truth just a bit.
  • New Weapon – Goedendag: The Goedendag brings unique properties for a polearm designed to give it a niche of its own, usable by Poleman and Engineer Footman classes. The weapon trades the traditional longer reach of polearms for versatility, with a unique weapon head that can deal both blunt damage with swings and overhead attacks and piercing damage when thrust into enemies. In addition, properly timed special attacks deal massive damage to horses and are powerful enough to stop them in their tracks.
  • Regicide Campaign Pass: Like traditional battle passes, players can complete challenges to progress and earn in-game rewards including currency and armory items as they play. However, unlike traditional battle passes the Regicide Campaign Pass will not expire and can be progressed at the player’s own pace. Players can upgrade to the Premium Campaign Pass for 1,000 in-game crowns to unlock additional rewards.
  • New Character and Weapon Customizations: Unlock a variety of new cosmetic options including four new armor set options, five new weapon skins, a new helmet and more!
  • Additional Bug Fixes, Quality of Life Enhancements, and Performance Improvements

Chivalry 2 is a multiplayer first-person slasher inspired by epic medieval movie battles. Players are thrust into the action of every iconic moment of the era from clashing swords and storms of flaming arrows to sprawling castle sieges, and more. Dominate massive battlefields while catapults tear the earth apart as players lay siege to castles, set fire to villages, and slaughter filthy peasants in the return of Team Objective maps. 

Chivalry 2 has an MSRP of $39.99 / €39.99 / £34.99 for the Standard Edition, $49.99 / €49.99 / £44.99 for the Special Edition, and $59.99 for the Chivalry 2: King’s Edition with an ESRB rating of M for Mature and a PEGI 18 rating. 

To stay up to date on the latest Chivalry 2 news, please sign up for the newsletter on the official website, follow Tripwire Presents.

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FARMING SIMULATOR 22 RECAP: RECORD-BREAKING 1.6 BILLION DOWNLOADS FROM OFFICIAL MODHUB IN 2.5 YEARS

Farming Simulator 22 in a nutshell: Developer and Publisher GIANTS Software reviews 30 months of its main line title which launched in November 2021. Six free content updates, multiple packs, and two expansions accumulated into 25 noteworthy additions to the initial base game. The recap trailer summarizes the continuous flow of new content for Farming Simulator 22.

Watch the Farming Simulator 22 recap trailer below:

Massive Modding Landmark

Next to the official releases, GIANTS Software has supported the modding community since the beginning of the series and curates the official ModHub, which is available for PCs and consoles. More than 6,000 mods were reviewed and approved in-game and on the Farming Simulator website: The mod downloads for Farming Simulator 22 reached a breathtaking 1,600,000,000 record!

Milestones for the Series

Farming Simulator 22 introduced some remarkable milestones to the long-running, family-friendly series, which fans don’t want to miss anymore: Production chains added the ability to produce valuable goods, while seasonal challenges and a growth calendar upgraded the realism.

The cross-platform multiplayer support united the community and improved the online experience for both cooperative and competitive modes – the latter will be used in the upcoming World Championships as the Farming Simulator League concludes its fifth season of esports in July.

Premium Entry to the Universe

Farming Simulator 22 is the most successful game in the series, selling six million copies. The best entry to join the Farming Simulator universe is the Premium Edition, which includes seven packs and both expansions, offering the most affordable option for newcomers. Together with the free content updates, packs, and mods, Farming Simulator 22 offers plenty of variety and is a worthy genre leader.

Farming Simulator 22 is available for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Farming Simulator 23 is available for Nintendo Switch™, iPhone, iPad, and Android™ devices, these mobile versions as well as Farming Simulator Kids are available at the Nintendo eShop, in the App Store and on Google Play respectively. Visit the official Farming Simulator website.

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About GIANTS Software
GIANTS Software is an international video game developer and publisher from Switzerland established in 2004 and known worldwide for creating the popular Farming Simulator series. The team with offices in Switzerland (Zurich), Germany (Erlangen), USA (Chicago) and Czech Republic (Brno) is very committed to maintain close contact to the agricultural industry and to engage with the community.

For more information, please visit giants-software.com

About Farming Simulator

Since 2008, over 30 million units of Farming Simulator have been sold worldwide. The game series has been released on all popular platforms including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs since then. From the start, the team enabled users to create mods with the company’s own GIANTS Engine. With the Farming Simulator League (FSL), the series introduced a competitive esports mode in 2019 – with teams competing in professional tournaments and many acclaimed brands and sponsors on board.

More information available at farming-simulator.com

© 2024 Published and developed by GIANTS Software GmbH. Farming Simulator, GIANTS Software and its logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GIANTS Software GmbH. All manufacturers, agricultural machinery, agricultural equipment, names, brands and associated imagery featured in this game in some cases include trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners. The agricultural machines and equipment in this game may be different from the actual machines in shapes, colors and performance. © 2024 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC. “PlayStation”, “PS5” and “PS4”, are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, the Xbox Sphere mark, the Series X logo, Series S logo, Series X|S logo, Xbox One and Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X|S are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. Mac, Apple, the Apple logo and the App Store are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android and Google Play are trademarks of Google LLC. All other names, trademarks and logos are the property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Blue Brain Games Announces The House of Da Vinci VR Coming to Meta Quest Devices in 2024 

Experience the stunning 3D puzzle adventure game like never before! 

Bratislava, Slovakia – 22nd May 2024. Indie publisher and developer Blue Brain Games is thrilled to announce that the best-selling PC 3D puzzle adventure trilogy The House of Da Vinci will launch for Meta Quest VR devices via the Meta Store and Steam later in 2024. In The House of Da Vinci VR, prepare to be transported to 16th century Italy, where, for the first time, you can explore Da Vinci’s mechanical puzzles and bizarre inventions with your hands and discover the secrets of his workshop. 

In this captivating VR puzzle adventure that shares the story with our first game, you will experience the world of The House of Da Vinci like never before. Every puzzle has been re-created with VR in mind, and every location has been carefully brought to life with more depth and even more beautiful views. 

As Da Vinci’s most promising apprentice, you must strive to solve the mystery of your master’s disappearance by solving mechanical puzzles, discovering hidden objects and escaping from rooms filled with Leonardo’s inventions. Dive into an authentic and beautifully recreated Renaissance world and use all your wits to uncover the secrets behind your master’s disappearance.  

Since its launch, The House of Da Vinci trilogy has sold over 500k copies for PC and over 4 million units for mobile devices, securing almost 8k ‘Very Positive’ ratings on PC channels and more than 200k 5* ratings on mobile channels. In early 2024, the trilogy’s first instalment was released for PlayStation and Xbox consoles with the next two planned to launch soon.

Watch The House of Da Vinci VR teaser trailer here 

You are Da Vinci’s most promising apprentice. Your master, Leonardo, has disappeared and you have no idea where he’s gone or what has happened. So you begin your quest and your search for the truth. However, Leonardo’s workshop is full of puzzles, inventions, escape mechanisms and objects hidden in all corners of beautifully decorated rooms. You’ll need to use all of your brain cells to find out what’s really happening

We’ve applied our own imagination to the story of the world’s greatest inventor, Leonardo Da Vinci, providing players with unique special abilities throughout the gameplay. We allow you to warp back into your early days as a young apprentice, exploring the 16th century world around you, peeking into Leonardo’s mechanisms, puzzles and devices, as you eventually become powerful enough to control time itself and learn the secrets hidden in the past.

Many challenging puzzles are inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci’s real inventions and ideas. Mysterious locations were created based on original artworks and the wonderful city of Florence, Italy of 1506.

  • Discover a new VR perspective – Finally, you can touch the mechanical puzzles and bizarre inventions with your own hands and be immersed in the stunning VR world of 16th-century Renaissance Italy.
  • Solve mechanical puzzles – Brain twisters and baffling riddles are all based on Leonardo’s inventions.
  • Enjoy intuitive controls – Navigate Leonardo’s workshop intuitively. Playing the game couldn’t be more fun.
  • Experience the Renaissance – War machines, complex lockboxes, mechanical puzzles, room escapes will all test your skills.
  • Master unique mechanics – Detect hidden objects by seeing through the surfaces around you.
  • Peek into the past – An unusual gauntlet allows you to witness events that happened earlier and learn more of the story.

The first instalment of The House of Da Vinci VR will launch for Meta Quest devices via Steam and the Meta Store later in 2024. Fans can wishlist the game now. 

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About Blue Brain Games 

Blue Brain Games is an indie puzzle game studio from the heart of Europe. Our games focus on powerful storytelling and unique features to keep you, the player, having fun and coming back for more.

We strive to deliver incredible authenticity into every detail. With every new game, we aim for amazingly detailed and historically accurate storyline enhanced with our own layer of imagination. Our stories are built around real historical figures, who, even after several centuries, still have a strong aura of mystery around them: just like the great Nikola Tesla or Leonardo Da Vinci.

We’re masters of puzzles, brain twisters, baffling riddles and complex lockboxes hidden far beyond where any eye can see. We’re a really small team of dedicated people, determined to approach multi-platform games in a different way: we want to provide our players a game environment rich in details, we want to submerge them into an amazingly realistic atmosphere, we want to set your brain ablaze trying to solve complex puzzles and mechanisms.

Vikings and aliens invade Steam today!

The fate is in your hands – mythical bosses, fearless Viking warriors and tower defense in a brand new world – The Fate of Baldr is launched on Steam.

22 May, 2024, Oslo Norway – The promising Norwegian Indie game studio Ananki Game Studio is proud to reveal The Fate of Baldr is globally launched now on Steam. The most important milestone for Ananki Game Studio is now that the journey for The Fate of Baldr is real and the team behind are thrilled to reveal the magical world of Baldr to their steadily growing fan base.

Ananki Game Studio is real proof that you don’t need a big team to develop a very anticipated title. All the fans have spoken, the hype is real and now the waiting time is over with the release of The Fate of Baldr.

“After three years of developing The Fate of Baldr, I am extremely proud of my team. We have worked very hard every day and are now releasing a game fitting of a much larger studio. I hope that supporters of indie games will try it out and enjoy the unique experience we have created.” said André Kråkenes, CEO Ananki AS

Release your inner Viking and save the world in The Fate of Baldr now on Steam.

Join Ananki Game Studio on Discord and follow on social media: Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. For more information, go to the Ananki Game Studio website.

About Ananki Game Studio

Ananki Game Studio is an indie game development studio with 3 full-time employees based in Oslo, Norway. The team consists of André (CEO/programmer), Asia (2d artist) and Anders (3d artist/programmer). Each of them has 10+ years of prior experience with programming, 2D art and 3D modeling. They’ve been developing games full-time since 2020.

Akuma, Master of the Fist, Releases in Street Fighter 6 Today!

Release comes alongside major battle balance update, new Outfit 3 drops, and a limited-time Battle Hub raid event!

London (May 22, 2024) Unleash your inner demon starting today, with the release of Akuma, the fiercest warrior to hit the streets in Street Fighter™ 6, available to play now across PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam! Akuma is now live across all three game modes with players able to fight and train with Akuma in Fighting Ground, visit Akuma in his natural habitat in World Tour, and equip their avatar with his demonic move set in Battle Hub. Going live alongside Akuma’s release are two new Battle Hub experiences, four new Outfit 3 designs, and a slew of battle balance updates for all existing characters on the roster, with more info on each below!

To check out the Akuma Launch Trailer, please visit YouTube, and for the latest assets and information on Street Fighter 6, visit the official Street Fighter 6 website.

There’s also a ton of new content coming to the game starting today, including:

  • Giant Akuma: A brand new Battle Hub raid event, – “Giant Attack” – pits all players in each Battle Hub server against a larger-than-life Akuma! Accumulate Attack Points by completing various activities, squad up with others in the Battle Hub, then launch a mega-powered Hadoken to defeat the enormous foe by May 31 for special rewards!
  • Test Your Might Against SiRN Akuma: Think you have what it takes to beat the best of the best? How about a stronger, fiercer, smarter version of Akuma? Test your luck at any of the special Battle Hub cabinets and earn exclusive rewards for defeating SiRN Akuma!
  • Suit Up in New Outfit 3 Content: Battle it out in style with all-new Outfit 3 designs for all four Year 1 DLC characters, including Akuma, Ed, A.K.I., and Rashid!
  • Major Battle Balance Update: With the release of the final Year 1 DLC character comes a fresh new battle facelift for all characters on the roster. Check out all the changes in the detailed patch notes here.
  • New Universal Reversal Mechanic: All 22 characters now have a brand-new Recovery Drive Reversal move that can be performed while getting back up from a knockdown!
  • New Combo Trials: Head to Fighting Ground and perfect all new combos for select characters via Combo Trials due to the battle balance update.
  • Custom Music Setting & New BGM Bundles: Want to listen to specific BGM tracks while doing battle? No problem! Check out the new Character BGM Settings in the Audio tab and turn the volume to 11! There’s also a new BGM bundle available for purchase via Dive Tickets or Fighter Coins featuring songs from the Street Fighter series!
  • New Challenge Screens: All new challenge screens are available to spice things up as you gear up for a fight!
  • New Avatar Items: Head to the Shop and check out all the new Avatar items available to deck out your Avatar and fight with a fresh new fit!

Year 1 of Street Fighter 6 has been filled with epic battles, amazing experiences with the community, and tons of incredible new content. We appreciate everyone who has spent their time hitting the streets with us and we can’t wait to share more in Year 2!

About Street Fighter 6
Street Fighter 6, having sold more than three million units since launch, is available now and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series with a combo of unique fighting game innovations, brimming with content across three brand new game modes – Fighting Ground, World Tour, and Battle Hub. Players around the world can get their hands on all the hard-hitting Street Fighter 6 action now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

About Capcom

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com  or news.capcomusa.com.

Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil and Street Fighter are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries, in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

SYSTEM MIGRATION COMPLETE

Sydney, Australia, 22 May , 2024 — The time has come, puny insects. The award-winning System Shock remake, based on the iconic 1994 sci-fi action game, is available now worldwide on consoles.

Nightdive Studios’ stunningly faithful recreation of the classic shooter/immersive sim was released to critical acclaim in 2023 for PC.

Now, console players can go toe-to-toe with SHODAN — the original rogue AI with evil intent — on PlayStation 4|5 and Xbox One and Series X|S as they explore the dark depths of Citadel Station and singlehandedly try and save Earth from destruction. 

Watch the System Shock console launch trailer here:  https://youtu.be/E4AWUwrQ22w

The System Shock remake combines the gameplay of the original title with all-new HD visuals, updated controls, an overhauled interface and all-new sounds and music.

Nightdive Studios worked closely with many of the original System Shock team members, including Terri Brosius, the original voice of one of gaming’s most iconic villains: SHODAN. 

“For the first time ever, the incredible world of System Shock is available to console gamers,” said Stephen Kick, CEO of Nightdive Studios. “We’re so excited to introduce our take on this pioneering piece of gaming history to a whole new audience.” 

System Shock Key Features:

  • Unravel the chilling story of SHODAN’s rise and explore the mysteries of Citadel Station, piecing together the truth in this atmospheric sci-fi world
  • Face perilous traps, puzzles and a legion of hostile and mutated creatures;  created and controlled by the villainous SHODAN herself
  • Up to 4K 60FPS visuals on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X
  • The console release features a newly reworked ending that upgrades the final confrontation with SHODAN
  • Choose between a male or female-presenting Hacker protagonist
  • Redesigned controls to support PlayStation and Xbox gamepads

 The console release of System Shock features numerous improvements, including a revised ending, an optional female hacker protagonist, an easy mission difficulty mode waypoint system, enhanced enemy encounters (including new attacks and behaviours) and updated game balancing. 

System Shock is now available for purchase in digital formats for PlayStation 4|5 and Xbox One and Series X|S and in physical format for current generation consoles at local retailers.

System Shock is also available for Windows PC via Steam (and is Steam Deck Playable), Epic Game Store, GOG and the Humble Store.

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About PLAION 

PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Founded three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences. PLAION is an Embracer Group company.

About Nightdive Studios

Nightdive Studios is a dedicated global team of industry veterans committed to restoring the classic PC game titles of the past and making them accessible to a new generation of gamers. Hit titles from Nightdive Studios include System Shock Enhanced Edition, System Shock 2, the remastered Turok trilogy, Shadowman Remastered, Star Wars™: Dark Forces Remaster, PowerSlave Exhumed, Quake II, and its full-fledged remake of the iconic System Shock. Nightdive Studios is a subsidiary of Atari, Inc. More info can be found at the company’s website at www.nightdivestudios.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/NightDiveStudios, or via X (Twitter) at @NightDiveStudio.