Master hellish trials in this fast-paced FPS on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S!
PARIS – Sept. 7, 2023 – Focus Entertainment and Dream Powered Games are thrilled to announce that v1.0 of Warstride Challenges is now available on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S! The fast-paced, high-octane FPS in which you blast demons in satisfying one-minute massacres has left PC early access and come to consoles for the very first time after over a year of continuous improvement. Want to give it a try? Check out the free demo on Steam, where the game is available to purchase for 25% off for a limited time.
RACE AGAINST THE CLOCK
Blast hordes of demons at lightning speed in hellish challenges with powerful abilities and weapons. Slow time to pull off impossible headshots, bunny hop to pick up speed, slide around corners, and shred your enemies into pieces with destructive shockwaves!
BECOME AN FPS MASTER
Easy to pick up, hard to master! Die and retry to chase the highest scores and show the world you’re the greatest demon slayer. Run to overcome every challenge that comes your way. Whether you’re an esports pro or a beginner, you’ll make progress and feel like an FPS master.
CREATE, SHARE AND COMPETE
Through Steam’s level editor, PC players will have the opportunity to create wild trials of their own, choosing the enemies, obstacles and difficulty along a custom path. A selection of player creations will be made available to play on all platforms. Challenge yourself and other demon slayers, and race directly with the ghosts of anyone online in async mode – even your favorite streamers!
The small, close-knit team of passionate developers who made Warstride Challenges thanks the game’s early access community wholeheartedly for its amazing involvement throughout its creation. Warstride Challenges is out now, with hordes of demons to blast frantically on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, alongside a free demo and 25% launch discount on Steam.
PARIS – Sept. 7, 2023 –Void Crew, the new cosmic co-op adventure game, is out now on Steam Early Access. Publisher Focus Entertainment and Danish indie studio Hutlihut Games are delighted to invite you on a journey into deep space. Gather your crew, set course for uncharted galaxies, and prepare for epic journeys beyond the stars with friends, available today with a special 20% off early bird discount for a limited time.
In space, no one can hear you scream…
…except your friends! In Void Crew, humanity unites against a mysterious aggressor – the Hollow. As the chosen ones, you and your crew of up to four mavericks must brave the void and bring order to the galaxy! Prepare to be captivated by an immersive universe where stunning visuals thrust you into a world of thrilling space battles.
Embark on a cooperative journey that will test your strategic prowess and communication skills. In Void Crew, teamwork isn’t just an option; it’s the key to reclaiming humanity’s lost territory. Command your spaceship together: pilot the vessel, man the turrets, perform emergency repairs, recharge the power cells, utilize space station weaponry, fabricate munitions and venture out on extravehicular missions – be it patching the ship’s hull or scavenging derelict wrecks.
The community is the driving force behind Void Crew’s early access journey. Your feedback and active involvement are vital in shaping the game’s future. Join this cosmic adventure by sharing your thoughts, ideas, and experiences on Void Crew’s social media channels. For a glimpse of what’s to come, check out the development roadmap on Steam.
Void Crew is available on Steam Early Access with a 20% off limited-time discount to celebrate.
Announced During FearFest 2023, Celebrate the Brutal Carnage Available in the Steam Demo, and the Eye Grabbing Day One Early Adoption Outfit.
Watford, UK – 7th September, 2023: Publisher Wired Productions and developers Angry Demon Studio today announced that players of the PC demo of upcoming brutal Cat’ n’ Slash title ‘Gori: Cuddly Carnage’ have amassed an impressive 5,121,625 unicorn limbs removed since its launch earlier this year.
To celebrate this spectacularly violent achievement (and commiserate with the one unicorn who apparently lost a single limb at the time of counting) a brand new trailer was revealed during Fear Fest – showcasing some of the bloody ‘glory kills’, and boss encounters from the early stages of the game. Players can download the demo on Steam now by visiting gori.wtf
As well as showcasing Gori’s unique blend of adorably twisted creations and visceral combat – the trailer also revealed the ‘Day One’ cosmetic skins available for Gori and F.R.A.N.K as a thank you to those who wishlist the game and pick up the game during the launch period.
Developed in Unreal Engine 5 and winner of the Epic MegaGrant, Gori: Cuddly Carnage is an ultra violent third-person cat ‘n’ slash set in a futuristic neon world. A multilayered and unprecedented adventure, Gori: Cuddly Carnage is jam-packed with vivid and immersive environments whilst allowing the player to perform gnarly acrobatics in a positively brutal combat experience filled with high-speed and intense destruction.
Gori: Cuddly Carnage is coming to PC, Utomik, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One.
Wired Productions is an independent video games publisher based in Watford, UK. Wired has produced and published award-winning titles across all major platforms and its games are curated to deliver on its mantra: ‘Driven by Passion.’ Bringing games to market in both physical and digital media, recent notable launches include Arcade Paradise, Martha Is Dead, The Last Worker and Tin Hearts. Upcoming titles include, Gori: Cuddly Carnage, Hotel Architect and Bulwark:Falconeer Chronicles
Find @WiredP on YouTube, Discord, and Twitter or search Wired Productions on Google.
About Angry Demon Studio
Angry Demon Studio is an independent game developer based in Skövde, Sweden, focused on creating high-quality, adrenaline-filled experiences and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in small-scale game dev. Its debut title Unforgiving – a Northern Hymn was a hauntingly unforgettable slice of Nordic folk horror. The team explored these themes further with a striking vision of future viking terror in Apsulov: End of Gods, and is currently hard at work on the ultra-inventive, ultra-violent, ultra-cute skate-and-slasher Gori: Cuddly Carnage.
Physical Versions Also Available Now – Publisher Sale With 30% Discount Follows Shortly After
CALABASAS, Calif. – Sep. 7, 2023 – Crime Boss: Rockay City, the organised crime shooter from 505 Games is now free* from Sept 7-11 on PC via Epic Games Store and Xbox Series X|S, As of Sept 5th, physical editions of the game for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S are also available.
Featuring a cast of Hollywood greats, players vye for the crown of Rockay in a series of daring heists, robberies and turf take-overs. Featuring a compelling rogue-lite single player game, or a gritty multiplayer experience, take over Rockay one block at a time and ascend the criminal ladder. Get in free this weekend and gain as much experience as you can before the Dollar Dragon Expansion Pack drops later in September.
Also, be on the lookout for the second piece of Intel regarding the clues to the global Crime Boss Heist Hunt this weekend! #HeistHunt More Heist Hunt Info Can Be Found By Clicking Here.
Finally, after the free weekend, those wishing to purchase Crime Boss: Rockay City can do so via the 505 Games Publisher sale. The sale will start with start on Microsoft between 12th and 26th and on EPIC between 7th and 21st September.
Sifu‘s most difficult challenges await those who can prove they are worthy
PARIS (Sept. 7, 2023) – It’s showtime. As of today, players can access the last free Arenas content drop for Sifu, which brings more challenges, new locations and twice as many hours of gameplay as the game’s previous update. What seems familiar will bring unexpected twists and turns to Sifu‘s path of revenge and bring down the curtain of live support in the most spectacular way. Today’s free update is now live on PC, PlayStation and Xbox consoles (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2138710/Sifu/).
After launching on all platforms last spring, the Arenas Mode expands its boundaries, unveiling more unseen locations and introducing ferocious battles against familiar goons, bosses and unexpected faces. With the addition of six dynamic Arenas, 75 thrilling challenges, an array of gripping modifiers and cheats, as well as film-inspired outfits you can look forward to an adrenaline-fueled journey that will push your martial arts skills to the limit. Brace yourself for encounters with zombie-like enemies, doppelgangers and interactive environments that will test your reflexes and strategic prowess like never before.
Check out what awaits you in Sifu‘s final update in today’s launch trailer:
In response to our community’s request for even more challenging content, this update was designed to cater especially to the needs of more seasoned players. These new difficult challenges will only be available after successfully completing previous ones.
No matter how you choose to Kung-Fu though, you can relive your favorite moments exactly as you imagine them in the dedicated Arenas Custom Mode donning the outfits and picking the modifiers of your choice.
About Sifu:
A beat ’em-up the tale of vengeance, Sifu places players in the shoes of a young Pak Mei Kung-Fu student who, following the murder of their master, embarks on an epic quest for revenge. Fuelled by years of training that have turned them into an unstoppable force, players will hunt down the terrifying warriors who slaughtered their master years ago, as well as the countless goons guarding them. But revenge comes at a price, exacted through defeat and the power of a mystical talisman. With every failure, players will rise again, older and wiser, though with fewer years to spare than before. What is vengeance worth to you?
Following its debut on PlayStation consoles and PC in February 2022, Sifu was hailed as one of last year’s best action / beat ’em up titles, surpassing more than one million copies sold in its first three weeks and garnering critical acclaim. Sloclap’s support of Sifu has been extensive, with numerous updates having launched throughout 2022 and 2023 that added difficulty modes, a long list of exciting gameplay modifiers, new outfits, and more. To date, all updated content added to Sifu will be available in the game’s latest versions.
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About Sloclap:
Sloclap is an independent game development studio founded in 2015. Comprising over 80 team members, the studio’s core focus revolves around martial arts combat games for PC and consoles. The studio’s debut project, Absolver, was released in August 2017 on PC and PlayStation 4, followed by a release on Xbox One in January 2019 and achieved a player base of more than 3 million people worldwide. The studio’s sophomore title, Sifu, launched on February 7, 2022, and achieved more than one million copies sold in its first three weeks. It is currently rated 80 on the international game review aggregate site Metacritic.
Dig a little deeper into the world of Melvor with Cartography and Archaeology
Cambridge, UK, 7 September 2023. Today, Jagex and Games by Malcs have launched Atlas of Discovery, a new expansion for Melvor Idle. This latest DLC adds two new skills, a brand-new game mode: Ancient Relics, and dozens of new additions that bring even more depth to the idle RPG.
Atlas of Discovery allows players to explore the enormous world of Melvor and unveil new areas of the World Map for the first time with the brand-new Cartography skill. And for those who want to dig deeper into the world’s murky past, the new Archaeology skill allows players to discover powerful new Artefacts lurking just below the surface.
Players can also hone their combat skills in new Combat Areas, Slayer Areas and Dungeons, with over 45 dangerous new monsters to fight and hundreds of new items to discover. Players will master new combat techniques, such as Unholy Prayers and the powerful Barrier mechanic, and take advantage of new equipment slots and gear tiers. There are even adorable new pets to bring along on your idle adventure.
Atlas of Discovery Features:
2 New Skills: Cartography and Archaeology
New Game mode: Ancient Relics Mode
600+ new Items
46 new Monsters
8 new Combat Areas
3 new Slayer Areas
5 new Dungeons
10+ new Pets
New Unholy Prayer Book with 17 new Unholy Prayers
New Combat Mechanic: Barrier
New Equipment Slot: Gem Slot
New Tier of upgraded Combat gear
2 new Trees in Woodcutting
2 new Ore nodes in Mining
2 new Potions in Herblore
1 new Summoning Familiar for Barrier which synergises with many existing Familiars.
Brand new items to create in Smithing, Fletching, Crafting and Runecrafting.
New Astrology Constellation
2 new Ancient Magicks Spells
2 new Alt Magic Spells
2 new Magic Auroras
2 new Magic Curses
3 new Agility Obstacles
New Skill Upgrades in the Shop
20 new Township Tasks
Melvor Idle is a RuneScape-inspired idle experience that takes the core of what makes the long-running MMO so appealing, and strips it down to its purest form, offering something for both veterans and newcomers alike. The game features over 20 skills to level up, in-depth combat, deep but accessible systems, and plenty of dungeons and bosses to overcome.
Melvor Idle: Atlas of Discovery is out today for Steam, Android and iOS priced at $4.99 / £4.20 / €4.29.
About Games by Malcs
Officially established in 2020, Games by Malcs is an indie studio built on passion and dedication to provide a unique gaming experience, enhanced by a strong community-driven approach on development. We create games that are accessible to everyone, on all platforms and at any time. The strong community-driven approach we have on development ensures everyone can always feel involved with the growth and impact our games have.
About Jagex
A leader in creating deep and engaging live games on PC and mobile, Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed almost 300 million player accounts to its world and is a $1billion lifetime revenue franchise. Jagex employs more than 450 people at its Cambridge headquarters. Jagex Partners are the third-party publishing arm of Jagex, focusing on developers of community-driven games. So far, Jagex Partners have provided support to Games by Malcs for Melvor Idle, Flying Wild Hog for Space Punks and Outlier Games for This Means Warp.
Barcelona, Spain – 7th September, 2023. Due to the growing anticipation for the upcoming Bubble Ghost Remake Demo, publisher SelectaPlay and developer VIDIBOND Games are thrilled to reveal that the renowned illustrator Ken Niimura, acclaimed for his unique artistic style, has joined forces with the game’s art team to craft the new exquisite key artwork for the game.
While Ken Niimura’s collaboration adds a touch of artistic brilliance to Bubble Ghost Remake, the spotlight remains firmly on the game itself. This delightful title promises to breathe new life into the beloved classic, offering players an immersive and visually captivating experience. As the Demo for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam approaches, gamers can look forward to embarking on a nostalgic yet refreshingly modern journey through the haunted mansion, guided by the adorable little ghost and its bubble.
It’s important to note that Ken Niimura’s impressive body of work, which includes collaborations with global giants like Amazon, Google, and Marvel Comics, is a testament to his artistic prowess. However, in the context of Bubble Ghost Remake, it’s the game’s charm and engaging gameplay that takes centre stage. Stay tuned for more updates, as Bubble Ghost Remake prepares to enchant players with its unique blend of art and gaming.
Watch the announcement trailer for Bubble Ghost Remake below:
More news on the public demos for Bubble Ghost Remake for Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam will be announced soon, but attendees of the Indie Dev Day 2023 in Barcelona from 8th – 10th September will be the first to get some hands-on with the eagerly awaited demo.
Bubble Ghost Remake will be launching for PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch in 2024. Fans can Wishlist the game on Steam now, and soon for Nintendo Switch.
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About SelectaPlay
SelectaPlay is SelectaVisión’s video games publishing branch. The company works with talented studios on unique video games and helps them publish their titles in both physical and digital formats in Europe and worldwide.
About SelectaVisión SelectaVisión is a video publishing company founded in 1984. Based in Spain, SelectaVisión’s catalog includes anime and live-action feature films, TV shows, and movies. Publishing both anime classics and the latest Japanese productions since 1997, SelectaVisión has built a long relationship with fan-favorite Japanese producers and distributors, becoming the major publisher of anime content for Spanish audiences.
Football for everyone comes home to PC & consoles on October 10!
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Sept. 7, 2023 – Saber Interactive, in partnership with the NFL Players Association and OneTeam Partners, has revealed a brand-new trailer for Wild Card Football, showcasing over-the-top arcade action featuring pro football stars and icons from the latest installment in the bestselling arcade-sports Playgrounds franchise. Narrated by renowned ESPN commentator Chris Berman, the new “What Is Wild Card” trailer gives lifelong football fans and newcomers alike an inside look at how Wild Card Football flips the sport completely upside down with bombastic moves, game-changing Wild Card power-ups, and devastating Rule-Breakers to outplay your opponents when they least expect it!
About Wild Card Football
Wild Card Football offers a fresh way to play America’s most popular sport with action-packed gameplay mechanics that can turn the tide with the flip of a (wild) card. The game features pro superstars and legends like Colin Kaepernick, Walter Payton, Jerry Rice, Patrick Mahomes, Ja’marr Chase, Christian McCaffrey, Micah Parsons, Justin Jefferson, Aaron Donald and many more, as they go 7-on-7 for gridiron supremacy.
Key Features:
Create Your Dream Team: Choose from hundreds of genuine pro players, reimagined Playgrounds-style, and assemble the ultimate 7-on-7 gridiron squad. Advance through different challenges and events to unlock new players and other exciting rewards.
Play Your Wild Cards: Unleash over 150 Wild Cards to turn the tide of the game in your favor in an instant. Bust out special moves like summoning walls or invisibility, boost your team’s stats at a crucial moment, or play a Rule-Breaker and flip the rules of the game completely.
Become a Champion: Prove your skills in single-player Season mode, climb to the top of the leaderboards in competitive online multiplayer with full crossplay, or challenge your friends at home for bragging rights in local multiplayer.
Customize Your Squad: Personalize your team’s logo, uniforms and colors, choose your home stadium, then build unique playbooks and Wild Card decks to perfect your strategies on the field.
Wild Card Football will be available Oct. 10, 2023, for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch. Pre-order the game today and receive the “Legacy Players Kickoff Pack” at launch, featuring four legacy legends with unique throwback outfits: Dan Marino, Jerry Rice, Barry Sanders and Walter Payton.
For more info, check out PlaygroundsSports.com, and follow the game on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
About Saber Interactive
An Embracer Group company headquartered in the U.S., Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of over 20 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, World War Z, SnowRunner and Evil Dead: The Game. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with AAA publishers, producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others.
About the NFLPA
The National Football League Players Association (NFLPA) is the union for professional football players in the National Football League. Established in 1956, the NFLPA has a long history of assuring proper recognition and representation of players’ interests. The NFLPA has shown that it will do whatever is necessary to assure that the rights of players are protected—including ceasing to be a union, if necessary, as it did in 1989. In 1993, the NFLPA again was officially recognized as the union representing the players and negotiated a landmark Collective Bargaining Agreement with the NFL. The current CBA will govern the sport through the 2030 season. Learn more at www.nflpa.com.
About NFL Players Inc.
NFL Players Inc., the licensing and marketing arm of the NFLPA, connects businesses to the power of NFL players. NFL Players Inc. creates customized business solutions for partners, through licensing, marketing strategy and player activations. For more information, please visit nflpa.com/players-inc.
About OneTeam Partners
OneTeam Partners is a global sports licensing, marketing, media, and investment company representing the commercial interests of more than 10,000 players across various sports, including the NFLPA, MLBPA, MLSPA, U.S. Women’s National Team PA, WNBPA, NWSLPA, U.S. Rugby PA, and the LCSPA, as well as college athletes.
Play as a mesmerising new hero and plunder an ancient city hoarded with hidden treasures.
XD Games, Shanghai — September 7, 2023 | The City of Aeterna has opened its doors to Hunters around the world with Torchlight: Infinite’s new season arriving today on PC and mobile at 17:00 PT. Following the game’s successful global launch, this latest free major update introduces even more ways to play, with challenging new content and an enchanting newcomer to Torchlight’s hero roster. Not only that, XD Games are excited to unveil a wave of improvements, enhancing the dungeon-crawling experience for everyone!
Here’s what ARPG fans can expect with the launch of Torchlight: Infinite SS2: The City of Aeterna:
New Gameplay Content
[New Gameplay] The City of Aeterna: delve into ancient ruins, gathering the resources needed to rebuild the lost city, unlock secret passages, and earn incredible rewards. Featuring a random Map and endless tower climbing challenge
[New Hero] The Forsaken Iris: a powerful Spirit Magus from another world, Iris is the ninth playable hero in Torchlight: Infinite adding to the game’s diverse lineup of characters. Iris sports a unique playstyle, summoning Spirit Magi to her aid in battle, buffing and upgrading their powers thanks to their dynamic Growth mechanic.
[New Hero Trait] Flame of Pleasure: Gemma players can unlock a fiery new skill set for their favourite Torchlight: Infinite hero. Become a walking inferno as you baptise your enemies in a barrage of flames for massive damage.
[New Season Boss] The Lone King: for the ultimate prize, Hunters can complete bonus objectives to track down this season’s final boss, battling it out for a bounty of hidden treasures.
New Season Pass: earn bonus rewards as you play including the new hero Iris who can be unlocked by purchasing the Ultimate Season Pass.
Psalms of Aeterna: a massive Talent Panel filled with season-related Talent Nodes that players can unlock gradually by finding collectibles within the city.
Major Optimizations
Increased Legendary Drop Rate: this has been boosted by 3.5 times, now making rare Legendary Gear easier to obtain.
Netherrealm Battles: these have also been revamped meaning a more thrilling map-clearing and treasure hunting experience.
Crafting optimization: the crafting system has been improved so that Affixes can now be upgraded; Hunters can choose their desired affix when crafting.
Blueprint System: a new way to obtain Legendary gear. By collecting blueprints throughout the season, players can craft corresponding Legendary gear in their inventory.
Trade House Upgrade: it’s now easier to search, save, and auto-check items.
New Skills, Legendary Gear, and quality of life changes: with a new season comes plenty of new gear to unlock, as well as game-wide updates including improvements to crafting, Chaos Invasion, Divinity Slates, and the PC controller experience.
In addition, Hunters who log into Torchlight: Infinite on September 7th will unlock a limited edition Portrait Frame to celebrate the new season launch.
XD Games
Founded in 2003, XD Games. is a global video games developer and publisher with extensive experience across development, publishing and operations. As of 2022, XD has 38 free-to-play and paid games with over 50 million monthly active users worldwide. In addition, TapTap — a mobile games community and app store — was launched by XD in 2016 and is estimated to currently have 44 million monthly active users. XD’s mission is to assemble like-minded talented games industry craftspeople with a common goal of touching the hearts of players around the world. XD produces games of the finest quality with passion, offering a pure gaming experience, and encouraging players of all ages to embrace the unique joy of video gaming.
Discover the game’s various features via new videos
Sydney, Australia – September 7th, 2023 – Publisher Microids and studio Magic Pockets unveil the gameplay features players will experience on the beautiful island of Maupiroa, in Dolphin Spirit – Ocean Mission. Through a series of four short videos, players will be immersed in a unique educational experience. They will discover the mysteries and magic that surround this beautiful island, explore its hidden secrets, dive into a fascinating codex, and access educational resources to become real experts in underwater flora and fauna. The most curious players also have the opportunity to explore the stories and missions of the members of the island’s association by visiting the Microids blog.
Your journey on Maupiroa will not be easy! However, you can count on your grandfather and the locals to help you in your quest to save the island from destruction. Embark on a fantastic adventure and immerse yourself in the heritage of your ancestors to unlock the secrets of the magical totems. Discover the hidden treasures of underwater life with your sidekick Keanu the dolphin. Take part in the conservation missions of the local association and take photos of the island’s wildlife to complete your codex. Marvel at the rich marine ecosystem and learn how to preserve it. Use your power to help the endangered marine life.
Game features:
An original story filled with mystery and magic.
A fun way to learn about ecology with well-researched information.
A codex to complete to learn more about the different marine species.
Wild and colorful landscapes to explore.
Microids and Magic Pockets have worked closely with experts fromCetasea, an association working to create a European network of marine mammal refuges, ensuring in game data accuracy. Players will discover the world of marine life while learning more about the importance of marine habitat conservation.
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The standard edition available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch will include:
The game
2 postcards
A strip of stickers
Dolphin Spirit – Ocean Mission will be available September 28th, 2023 in both retail and digital versions for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch and in digital versions only fox Xbox One, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4 and PC.
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About Microids
Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Revolution Software, Sloclap, Oddworld Inhabitants, Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Go Nagai, Charles Cecil, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset…), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.
