During the latest episode of Night City Wire, CD PROJEKT RED unveiled a new cinematic trailer for their upcoming expansion, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, starring Idris Elba. Also presented during the show was an array of new information, including the changes to gameplay coming with the new expansion, new music, and the launch date for Cyberpunk 2077’s free Update 2.0.

This special episode of Night City Wire — the show centered around discussion, news, and announcements regarding Cyberpunk 2077 — heavily featured the star of Phantom Liberty, Idris Elba (Thor: Ragnarok, Luther, The Suicide Squad, The Wire). The world premiere of a brand-new trailer starring Elba — set seven years before the events of Phantom Liberty — started the show, and was followed by additional behind-the-scenes footage of the well-known actor. 

Watch Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty — Official Cinematic Trailer

The audience had the opportunity to see Elba discuss his character in the expansion, secret agent Solomon Reed, in both an interview and a frame by frame analysis of the trailer itself.

Watch Idris Elba BTS

Later in the episode, more details were revealed about new elements and changes to gameplay. Game Director Gabe Amatangelo talked about the revamped perk and skill trees, and the completely new Relic skill tree that’s coming exclusively with the Phantom Liberty expansion. Also presented were three short videos featuring CD PROJEKT RED gameplay designers sharing their favorite character builds. As a bonus, the studio also released the Cyberpunk 2077 Build Planner — a free tool where players can create and plan their own builds in their browsers; everyone wanting to explore the changes made to the perk system, including the Relic skill tree from Phantom Liberty, can do so here.

The release date for Cyberpunk 2077’s free Update 2.0 was also revealed during the episode. With its revamped police system, redesigned perks, enhanced cyberware, and more, the update will be available from September 21st for all players who own Cyberpunk 2077 on current-gen consoles and PC.

Like in all CD PROJEKT RED games, music plays an important storytelling role in Phantom Liberty, and composers, P.T Adamczyk and Jacek Paciorkowski took part in this episode of Night City Wire to discuss how they created brand-new music for a spy-thriller story. The composers gave insight into Phantom Liberty’s score, and unveiled that the score is available to stream right now in full. They also discussed details of the new radio stations included in the game. One of the new stations’ playlists — Growl FM — is composed entirely of tracks hand-picked from those submitted for a music competition organized for the Cyberpunk 2077 community. During the show, a Growl FM documentary was announced, releasing on September 18th, highlighting how the radio station came to be.

Toward the end of the music segment, the theme song for Phantom Liberty was teased; the song is written and performed by Dawid Podsiadło, currently one of Poland’s top artists. Dawid previously worked with the studio to record music for the critically acclaimed anime, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners.

Watch Dawid Podsiadło BTS Teaser

The world premiere of Phantom Liberty, Cyberpunk 2077’s spy-thriller expansion, is coming to Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC — including GeForce Now — on September 26th, 2023.

About Cyberpunk 2077

Cyberpunk 2077 is a narrative-driven, open-world RPG set in Night City, a megalopolis obsessed with power, glamour, and body modification. The game tells the multilayered, mature story of cyber-enhanced mercenary V. Players are faced with choices and consequences as they customize their character and playstyle, take on jobs, and build their reputation. The game has sold over 20 million copies and won over 200 awards, and is also the inspiration for the award-winning Netflix anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, created by CD PROJEKT RED in collaboration with Studio Trigger. Its spy-thriller expansion, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, is slated for release in September 2023. Cyberpunk 2077 is set in the universe of the classic pen & paper RPG system, Cyberpunk 2020.

About CD PROJEKT RED

CD PROJEKT RED is a game development studio founded in 2002. It develops and publishes video games for personal computers and video game consoles. The studio’s flagship titles include The Witcher series of games, Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, GWENT: The Witcher Card Game, and the futuristic AAA role-playing game — Cyberpunk 2077, upon which the Netflix anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, created by CD PROJEKT RED and Studio Trigger, is based. Together with GOG.COM, a game store offering hand-picked titles for PC and Mac, CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT Group. CD PROJEKT S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).

Chapters 2 and 3 arriving later this year, console releases planned in 2024

LIMASSOL, Cyprus — Sept. 14, 2023 — REMEDIUM, the twin-stick shooter set in the grim post-apocalyptic Renaissance from developer Sobaka Studio and publisher ESDigital Games, engages the unforgiving wilds in the first chapter, launching on PC via Steam Early Access and Epic Games Store today with a 20% launch discount.

Set in the same decaying universe as REMEDIUM: Sentinels, available now on PC and consoles, REMEDIUM’s second and third installments will enter the fray later this year, with console releases for PlayStation 4|5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch planned for 2024.

Decades after the horrific Grey Plague wiped out nearly all human life, turning unfortunate souls and delicate fauna into decaying, hungry beasts, little remains. The few remaining survivors desperately fortify their defenses while searching for a cure, but hope dwindles for one as when a mission outside the fortress walls results in the infection invading their veins. He must scour the devastated landscape in search of a cure or be cast from the encampment forever.

Slay abominable mutants in perishing biomes, ready to strike in deadly droves. Evade chimeras, gargoyles, golems, elementals, and more with skillful dodging maneuvers while tearing through them with powerful combinations of firearms and alchemical ammunition. As the infection grows stronger, make the most of its horrific symptoms by using them as battle advantages.

Search every dark corner for vital ingredients to upgrade weapons, armor, strength, and stamina in the form of amalgams, injections, and potions. Inoculate as needed to enhance combat abilities, or weave mysterious elemental power into dwindling ammunition to make every shot count. Fight through every last beast and boss to survive long enough to find the antidote.

“The gripping saga of the REMEDIUM universe commences today! We’re thrilled to finally turn the first page into Early Access on Steam and Epic Games Store,” said the Sobaka Studio development team. “The secrets lurking in the dark depths of the plague-ridden wasteland will finally reveal themselves to brave heroes everywhere.”

REMEDIUM is available now on PC via Steam Early Access and Epic Games Store with language support for English, Spanish, French, Italian, German, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Ukrainian, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese.

For more information, please visit ESDigital Games on YouTube, follow @SobakaStudio and @ESDigital_Games on Twitter, join the human stronghold on Discord, and follow #REMEDIUM on social media.

About Sobaka Studios

Sobaka Studio is a small indie game developer. Previously released titles include top-down shooter Redeemer and 9 Monkeys of Shaolin – two Beat’em ups with epic combat. They are currently working on REMEDIUM, a fast-paced twin-stick shooter, as well as REMEDIUM: Sentinels, a rogue-lite bullet hell, both set in a grim post-apocalyptic Renaissance setting.

About ESDigital Games

ESDigital Games is a newly emerging video games publishing company, specializing in premium indie and mid-core games for both PC as well as consoles. ESDigital Games released the 80s-themed point-and-click adventure Unusual Findings, tactical card combat game Deck of Ashes and roguelike action RPG Scholar of the Arcane Arts that is available on Steam and Epic Games Store via Early Access. Their upcoming releases include twin-stick shooter REMEDIUM, story-driven shooter Memory Lost, a blend of RTS, tower defense, and match-3 Cats on Duty, as well as some unannounced games.

CD PROJEKT RED, in collaboration with Milan Records, invites players to discover the music of Phantom Liberty, the upcoming expansion to Cyberpunk 2077 releasing September 26th. The tracks, fresh out of Night City, are now available worldwide on all popular music streaming platforms.

The 15 released tracks are a selection of Phantom Liberty’s full score and take listeners on a nearly hour-long journey into the world created specially for the expansion by composers P.T. Adamczyk (Cyberpunk 2077, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners) and Jacek Paciorkowski (Seven: The Days Long Gone). 

The album is an opportunity to get to know the world of Phantom Liberty before its release by introducing listeners to the atmosphere of the action-packed district of Dogtown and immersing them in the spy-thriller story created by CD PROJEKT RED. The entire album is available on music streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, Tidal, Deezer, and many others.

Listen to the official score of Phantom Liberty

“I loved being able to come back to Night City, but I loved creating a completely new score based on a new adventure, in this unique, dark-future location of the most dangerous district of Night City even more!” says Senior Composer at CD PROJEKT RED, P.T. Adamczyk. “We use more than just visual design and story to create the mood of our games; we also put an emphasis on music. Everything has to work together to create one coherent image. This time, we had the fun challenge of working in a completely new territory, a spy-thriller story, the effect of which Jacek Paciorkowski and I are very proud of. An hour of music from Phantom Liberty awaits you to give you a taste of just what’s coming your way. I hope that you’ll like it — and see you soon in Dogtown.”

During the special episode of Night City Wire — the official series covering Cyberpunk 2077 — the studio also announced that the free Update 2.0 will include three new radio stations: 89.7 GROWL FM, comprising tunes from winners of a community competition, 107.5 DARKSTAR RADIO, including two tracks by Idris Elba who plays secret agent Solomon Reed in Phantom Liberty, and 99.9 IMPULSE RADIO, containing an over hour-long DJ set by Idris Elba and featuring the Polish duo Private Press.

Watch the latest episode of Night City Wire

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty will release for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC (GOG, Steam, Epic Games Store, and GeForce Now) on September 26th, 2023. The Cyberpunk 2077 base game is required to play the expansion. To find out more about Cyberpunk 2077 and its expansion,visit the game’s official website, as well as follow the game on Facebook and X.

About Cyberpunk 2077

Cyberpunk 2077 is a narrative-driven, open-world RPG set in Night City, a megalopolis obsessed with power, glamour, and body modification. The game tells the multilayered, mature story of cyber-enhanced mercenary V. Players are faced with choices and consequences as they customize their character and playstyle, take on jobs, and build their reputation. The game has sold over 20 million copies and won over 200 awards, and is also the inspiration for the award-winning Netflix anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, created by CD PROJEKT RED in collaboration with Studio Trigger. Its spy-thriller expansion, Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, is slated for release in September 2023. Cyberpunk 2077 is set in the universe of the classic pen & paper RPG system, Cyberpunk 2020.

About CD PROJEKT RED

CD PROJEKT RED is a game development studio founded in 2002. It develops and publishes video games for personal computers and video game consoles. The studio’s flagship titles include The Witcher series of games, Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, GWENT: The Witcher Card Game, and the futuristic AAA role-playing game — Cyberpunk 2077, upon which the Netflix anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, created by CD PROJEKT RED and Studio Trigger, is based. Together with GOG.COM, a game store offering hand-picked titles for PC and Mac, CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT Group. CD PROJEKT S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).

Seattle, Washington – June 22, 2023. Victura and Highwire’s first-person tactical shooter Six Days in Fallujah received its first new content today, with the release of the Wargame update.

With an all-new new game mode: Wargame, as well as weather and time-of-day cycles, night-time flares, sandstorms, FUBAR (Hard) Mode and more control over every mission through procedural sliders, Six Days in Fallujah is the ultimate simulation of the uncertainty of combat.

 The latest update features some game-changing additions, including: 

●       New Mode: Wargame
Wargame gives players extensive control over mission parameters before loading into the AO. Not only can players now choose specific missions and roles, they can also customize a multitude of battlefield conditions, like time of day, weather, building density, AI posture, and more.

●       Flares
A new rhythmic cycle of darkness and light during missions as bundles of flares are launched into the sky and illuminate the area of operations before slowly fizzling away. Be careful! Flashlights and muzzle flashes alert insurgents to maneuver against you in the darkness. 

●       SandStorm
Your biggest threat is no longer enemy AI, but reduced visibility that comes with sand particles, dust and debris, and heavy wind – all of which also messes with your comms. The Intensity of the sandstorm depends on the procedural roll, and it may even roll through the AO halfway through the mission. Just like Flares, the next mission is unlike any other.

●       Hard Difficulty (FUBAR)
The most adverse conditions are now available as an option for each mission, dialing up the intensity of the battle. AI enemies implement complex strategies and behaviors. ‘Survival Rules’ mean no re-spawning from the AAV and ‘No KIA Allowed’ ends the mission when any of your fireteam is killed.

●       Procedural Sliders
Players can now control timer length, or remove it entirely, as well as increase or decrease building population both internally and externally, change the dynamic of missions from an internal hunt to a sparsely populated shoot-out.

More information and developer insight can be found on the latest SITREP: https://www.sixdays.com/news

Check out the Wargame Update Trailer:

The most realistic simulation of urban combat to date, Six Days in Fallujah is developed with help from more than 100 Marines and Soldiers who served in the Second Battle of Fallujah, as well as more than two dozen Iraqi civilians and soldiers. Based on true stories from the battle, Six Days requires players to overcome real-world scenarios with their fire team by using real-life military tactics.

Expected to remain in Early Access on PC for one year, Six Days in Fallujah is available for USD 39.99, EUR 38.99 and GBP £32.99, with a full release for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S planned for late 2024.

Check out the Early Access Trailer:

More information about Six Days in Fallujah is available at www.sixdays.com.

ABOUT SIX DAYS IN FALLUJAH

Six Days in Fallujah is a highly realistic first-person tactical shooter based on true stories of Marines, Soldiers, and Iraqi civilians during one of the world’s toughest modern battles. Players lead a fireteam through real-life encounters enabled by unique technology that simulates the uncertainty and tactics of urban combat. Six Days in Fallujah is produced and published by Victura and developed by Highwire Games, which is led by many of the original Halo and Destiny leadership. Six Days will be available in Early Access for PC on June 22, 2023, with the full release expected for console and PC in 2024.

ABOUT VICTURA

Victura creates action games that let players participate in the true stories that changed history. The company is led by Peter Tamte, who helped lead Bungie as executive vice-president during the development and introduction of Halo, managed worldwide consumer marketing for Apple, founded Destineer, a global top-25 videogame publisher during the late 2000s, and created MacSoft, which was the world’s #1 publisher of Macintosh consumer software during the 1990s and 2000s.

ABOUT HIGHWIRE GAMES

Highwire Games is a small team of veteran game developers with a proven record of creative vision and disciplined, high-quality production. Highwire was created by Jaime Griesemer, who was lead designer for the original Halo and Destiny games, Marty O’Donnell, who was audio director and composer for Halo and Destiny, and Jared Noftle, who co-founded Airtight Games and has more than 20 years in the industry. They are joined by many other talented people in Highwire’s studio in Seattle, WA and across the world.

Marvelous Europe and XSEED Games Prepare Heroes for Battle with Expanded ‘Official World Guide’

Marvelous Europe today surprised fans with the release of a free playable demo for their upcoming action RPG, Silent Hope, which is scheduled to launch on the Nintendo Switch™ system and Windows PC via Steam worldwide on Oct. 3. The demo allows players to take on the entire first level of the Abyss, and is now available for download digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Steam. The demo will also allow players to carry over any progress made to the full release*.

To help adventurers eager to explore The Abyss, Marvelous Europe and XSEED Games will soon release an update to the recently launched ‘Official World Guide.’ The next update will familiarize players with the user-interface and control scheme, and delve into some of the dangers and opportunities that await them below. While exploring, players may encounter unique challenges including ‘Memory Rifts’, which transport the player to a special temporary realm containing deadlier monsters that yield rare and powerful loot when defeated, and mysterious ‘Blackstone Statue Trials’ that reward those strong enough to defeat them. After any expedition into The Abyss, successful or not, players will return to Base Camp, where all seven heroes have their own unique role to play in crafting the supplies needed for the next descent.

Whether using gathered materials to create and upgrade equipment at the Warrior’s Forge, caring for animals and harvesting their byproducts on the Archer’s Farm, or whipping up buff-granting food in the Fighter’s Kitchen, everyone has a part to play if the seven heroes hope to conquer the Abyss!

Silent Hope harkens back to the glory days of isometric dungeon-crawlers, but with modern flourishes. Players will take the role of seven unlikely heroes, each with their own unique weapon, fighting style, and non-combat job, spending their days battling through enemies and collecting materials in The Abyss before returning to Base Camp to rest, improve their gear, and prepare for their next adventure into the depths. Each journey into The Abyss will be a fresh experience, with procedurally generated layouts ensuring no two adventures are the same, with greater dangers lurking the further the heroes dare to venture.

Key Features

Seven Heroes, Seven Unique Fighting Styles: Players can choose from a motley crew of characters like the well-rounded Wanderer, long-range specialist Archer, or heavy-hitting Warrior to find whose skills suit their playstyle, and embrace new roles and abilities as they gain more experience.

A Home at the Edge of the World: Find new recipes and materials and return to the Base Camp at the edge of The Abyss, where each character has a unique job. From alchemist to blacksmith to cook, each hero brings something different.

Engaging Exploration and Dungeon-Crawling: Experience a new layout each time players enter the enigmatic Abyss, keeping them on their toes every moment. Stay on the lookout for Memory Rifts, where greater rewards and challenges await.

A Vibrant Storybook Aesthetic: With its mournful princess, spellbound kingdom, and everyday heroes, Silent Hope feels like a fairy tale come to life – right down to the mysteries waiting to be uncovered in the visually stunning underworld.

Preorders are now available for the standard edition via the Marvelous Europe website at participating retailers and is available for digital pre-purchase for 39.99/£34.99 on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Steam. Silent Hope will be published by Marvelous Europe for Nintendo Switch in Europe and Australia on October 3rd, 2023. XSEED Games will be publishing the Nintendo Switch version in North America and the PC via Steam version worldwide. This title has been rated PEGI 12.

For more information regarding Marvelous Europe, please visit the official website, or follow @MarvelousEurope on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or YouTube.

*This title does not support cross-platform saves.

March into battle with new Commanders, new factions, and new modes next month

London, UK – 14th September 2023. Chucklefish and Robotality today announced during the September Nintendo Direct, that their highly anticipated turn-based strategy sequel Wargroove 2 will be marching onto PC and Nintendo Switch on 5 October 2023 with pre-orders starting today with a groovy 20% off over on Steam and Nintendo Europe and America eShops!

Also revealed today, the latest faction coming to Wargroove 2: The Faahri Republic. A nation of curious mouse-folk who have landed in Aurania on a scholarly expedition. What the Faahri Republic lacks in military experience, they more than make up for with academic theory. Equipped with mysterious crystal technology, Commanders Lytra, Pistil, and Rhomb must work together in pursuit of information for their mysterious benefactors.

About Wargroove 2
Trouble stirs on the shores of Aurania. An ambitious new faction has unearthed forbidden relics capable of catastrophic consequences. But how far will they go to achieve glory? Take to the battlefield, sea, and sky with a cast of new Commanders, using your wits to wage turn-based war!

• An all-new Wargroove adventure for new recruits and veteran wardogs alike!
• Return to the frontline with new Commanders, as mysterious new factions join the fight
• Supercharge your Commander’s Groove with a newly updated Groove system
• Follow three new Campaign arcs, interwoven in a fierce conclusion
• Battle with or against your friends in Co-Op & Multiplayer mode, locally or online for up to four players
• Put your strategic abilities to the test with a new roguelike mode – Conquest!
• Develop new tactics with five new unit types to master
• Level-up ordinary units by picking up special items
• Battle after dark with new night mode
• Get more creative than ever with new & improved map, campaign & cutscene editors
• Captivating soundtrack written by composer Dale North (River City Girls 1 & 2, RWBY Arrowfell, Alchemic Cutie)

Wargroove 2 is coming to PC and Nintendo Switch on 5 October 2023 priced at $19.99 / £16.75 / €19.49.

About Robotality

Robotality is an independent game development studio, which was founded in co-operation with Nia Schmidheiny in 2013. While based predominantly in Germany, they however work with passionate developers from all over the globe, producing some of the most beautiful and truly unique game experiences. Robotality previously worked on original IP Halfway and Pathway, and are now partnered with Chucklefish to develop Wargroove 2.

About Chucklefish

Chucklefish is an independent game developer and publisher based in London, UK, with a love of charming pixel art and a drive to support and create amazing games. Since 2011, Chucklefish has developed its own games (Starbound and Wargroove) and supported indie developers to realise their own visions. They’ve published titles such as Risk of Rain, Stardew Valley, Timespinner, Pathway, Eastward, INMOST and Starmancer. With their third in-house game – Witchbrook – in the works as well as many exciting projects from their publishing partners, Chucklefish have never been more proud to remain independent. 

One of the greatest games in RTK history returns after more than 20 years!

Hertfordshire, 14^th September 2023 – Today, KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Kou Shibusawa proudly announced that one of their most beloved military strategy games is finally returning to battle with the development of Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake. The original game first debuted in Japan back in 2001, followed by a European release in 2004. Now, the tactical role-playing simulation is ready to return to action digitally across Europe on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and Windows PC via Steam® in Early 2024.

Discover the Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake Teaser Trailer on YouTube

Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake is based on Romance of the Three Kingdoms VIII with Power Up Kit, complete with both the “All Officers Play” and “All Periods Scenarios” features. In addition, the game boasts all-new graphical and game system upgrades to help reawaken the title as the newest addition to KOEI TECMO’s long revered franchise.

To help celebrate the exciting announcement, KOEI TECMO released the first teaser trailer, alongside a teaser site. More information about the game will be revealed at TOKYO GAME SHOW 2023 during the “KOEI TECMO LIVE! in TGS 2023” livestream, taking place 22^nd September. Additional information about the livestream will be announced in the coming days through the teaser site and official channel, @koeitecmoeurope.

For more information on Romance of the Three Kingdoms 8 Remake, visit the teaser site, join us on the KOEI TECMO Europe Discord server, ‘Like’ us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter) at @koeitecmoeurope.

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ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warriors series, the fan-favourite Ninja Gaiden and fighting entertainment title Dead or Alive. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of GUST, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com

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Grow crops and tend livestock with Sam and John in an parallel world

London, UK – 14th September 2023. Pixpil and Chucklefish announced Eastward: Octopia during the September Nintendo Direct, a DLC expansion for Eastward that follows Sam and John as they start a peaceful new life as farmers in a remote mountainside village.

Set in a parallel world to Eastward without the dangers of miasma, Eastward: Octopia will see players joining the good life alongside Sam and John, repairing and revitalising an old neglected farmland in this expansive farm-sim DLC.

Players will grow crops, tend to livestock, and unleash their culinary creativity using freshly farmed produce to whip up scrumptious new meals, which are then stored in John’s Big Cookbook. There are fishing holes to visit, ghosts to chat to, and a colourful cast of Eastward characters to impress with John’s new recipes.

As the farm grows, so does the nearby town, with players able to transform an abandoned fairground into a thriving community, constructing homes and shops, and welcoming in familiar NPCs as new neighbours.

Eastward: Octopia Features:

• Help Sam & John lead a peaceful new life in the countryside – no miasma, no hardships, just happy times in a parallel universe
• Revitalise a neglected farmstead; grow crops, rear animals, forage in the wetlands, talk to ghosts, and spend your nights casting your line in the local fishing holes
• Construct and upgrade stores and homes to restore Seagull Town into a thriving community
• As the town begins to flourish, more familiar faces will flock to the area – some may even stay for good!
• Using farm-fresh ingredients and John’s Cookbook, create recipes and whip up delicious culinary delights to share with your neighbours
• 15-20 hours of pixel perfect gameplay
• Playable in English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Simplified and Traditional Chinese

Once purchased, Eastward: Octopia is accessible from Eastward’s start menu, so players can begin their farming adventure straight away, regardless of their progress in the base game.

Eastward: Octopia is coming to Steam and Nintendo Switch this Winter. Eastward (base game) is required to play the Eastward: Octopia DLC. 

About Pixpil

Shanghai-based games studio Pixpil first opened their doors in 2013, starting out with just 3 people. Since then, Pixpil have developed their own video game engine which they’ve used to create Eastward, a pixel art RPG influenced by 90’s Japanese animation, and video games such as Mother and The Legend of Zelda.

About Chucklefish

Chucklefish are an independent game developer and publisher based in London, UK, with a love of charming pixel art and a drive to support and create amazing games. Since 2011, Chucklefish has developed its own games (Starbound and Wargroove) and supported indie developers to realise their own visions. They published titles such as Risk of Rain, Stardew Valley, Timespinner, Pathway, Eastward, INMOST and Starmancer. With their third in-house game – Witchbrook – in the works as well as many exciting projects from their publishing partners, Chucklefish has never been more proud to remain independent.

Rabbit & Bear’s Hugely Anticipated JRPG due for release Spring next year

Calabasas, Sept 14, 2023 – 505 Games and Rabbit & Bear Studios proudly announce the release date of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. Exclusively revealed during today’s Nintendo Direct, the No. 1 funded Kickstarter game of 2020 is now slated for global release on April 23, 2024 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC on Steam and the Epic Game Store. Rabbit & Bear is also pleased to unveil a new key visual featuring the three main characters Nowa, Seign, and Marisa.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes is an JRPG from legendary game developers Yoshitaka Murayama’s (Suikoden I & II) and Junko Kawano (Suikoden I & IV) which takes the turn-based strategy game experience to the next level. Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroesfeatures a finely crafted six-character battle system, meticulously created 2D sprites and 3D backgrounds, a riveting story with over 100 playable characters and engaging gameplay designed to bring players a modern take on classic JRPGs.

“We are thrilled to finally announce the release date of Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes,” said Studio Lead Yoshitaka Murayama. “Having our game featured at Nintendo Direct this year is a real testament to the hard work of our team, but more importantly, to the patience of all our fantastic backers who have had the faith in us to deliver the Action JRPG they’ve been waiting for.”

Visit the official Eiyuden Chronicle Website and join the official Eiyuden Chronicle social channels on Discord, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Publisher and developer GIANTS Software organizes the 3rd competition in the Farming Simulator League (FSL) Season 5 on September 16th-17th. Streamed on YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook in English and German, the knock-out contest features teams of three players in a family-friendly esports duel.

Fans eager to switch from watching to participating are welcome at any time: Newcomers to the FSL enter via fsl.giants-software.com and claim their share of the 200,000 Euros prize pool in Season 5.

First Online Competition for Farming Simulator 22

FSL Season 5 started this summer at two on-site events. Team HELM, sponsored by HELM AG, one of the world’s major independent agricultural enterprises, conquered the competitions at GIANTS Software’s annual event FarmCon and gamescom, the world’s largest event for computer and video games.

This weekend, all teams must show their skills in the first online tournament in Season 5. Simultaneously, it’s a premiere for Farming Simulator 22, as previous seasons took place in its predecessor.

FSL Teams Compete in Tournament at gamescom Last Month 

Harvesting, Baling, and Scoring

The FSL is a team-based competition which demands coordination and strategies. The Pick & Ban phase before a match determines the machines available to each team. Some or even all team members have to switch to different vehicles during the competition, whether harvesters, balers, tractors to pull or stack, telehandlers, or even a truck.

The teams with three players each compete for the higher score by harvesting wheat, pressing bales and delivering them to their barn within the ten minutes of playing time. This weekend, the competition starts at 10:00 CET and will be streamed on official GIANTS Software channels.

Farming Simulator 22 is available for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5 (PS5™), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4 and Xbox One. The Farming Simulator League is played in the Arena mode within the multiplayer section. Further information about FSL at fsl.giants-software.com, 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.

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.

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