Launch Trailer showcases the original gang ready to sweep players into an electrifying world of cooperative multiplayer heists.

Sydney, Australia – 22^nd September, 2023 –Starbreeze and Deep Silver are excited to announce that PAYDAY 3, the ultimate co-op heist shooter fantasy, is available today for gamers worldwide on PC, Xbox Series S|X and PlayStation 5.

To celebrate the global release, they have revealed a Launch Trailer. Whether you are a fan or a newcomer, immerse into the world of high-stakes criminal endeavours!

WATCH TRAILER HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yBUafXn01RE

PAYDAY 3 features eight strong heists andincludes six playable characters at launch, the original gang of clown-masked criminals (Dallas, Hoxton, Wolf and Chains) plus two female characters (Pearl and Joy).

PAYDAY 3 is available on PC, via PC Game Pass, on Steam and Epic Games Store, as well as Xbox Series S|X and Console Game Pass, PlayStation 5 and GeForce NOW.

For more information about PAYDAY 3, please visit: https://www.paydaythegame.com

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About Starbreeze AB

Starbreeze is an independent developer, publisher and distributor of PC and console games targeting the global market, with studios in Stockholm, Barcelona, Paris and London. Housing the smash hit IP PAYDAY, Starbreeze develops games based on proprietary and third-party rights, both in-house and in partnership with external game developers. Starbreeze shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm under the tickers STAR A and STAR B. For more information, please visit www.starbreeze.com.

About Deep Silver

Deep Silver develops and distributes interactive games for all platforms. The Deep Silver label means to captivate all gamers who have a passion for thrilling gameplay in exciting game worlds by creating products of the highest possible quality, always focusing on what the customer desires. Deep Silver has published more than 200 games since 2003, including its own brands like the open world extravaganza Saints Row, the zombie action franchise Dead Island, and the gritty, post-apocalyptic Metro series. Upcoming highlights from Deep Silver include the next entries into the TimeSplitters and Dead Island franchises. Deep Silver development studios include Deep Silver Dambuster Studios and Free Radical Design, both in Nottingham, UK; Deep Silver Fishlabs in Hamburg, Germany, and Deep Silver Volition based in Champaign, IL, USA. For more information please visit www.deepsilver.com.

All product titles, publisher names, trademarks, artwork and associated imagery are trademarks, registered trademarks and/or copyright material of the respective owners. All rights reserved.

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 nine game development studios, sixteen regional publishing offices, 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 nearly 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. 

Sydney, Australia – September 22, 2023 – Milestone, a leading global racing game developer, and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT), leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogues of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world, revealed today the post-launch plan of Hot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged, soon available for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. More than 45 vehicles and amazing tracks will add to the day-one content, offering more thrilling action to ensure ongoing fun beyond the official release on October 19, 2023.

Two special editions, the Deluxe Edition and the Legendary Edition,are already available for pre-order. These include two Season Passes, which will unlock a set of premium DLCs as well as 4 Expansion Packs, each granting access to one additional environment, four vehicles, and a player profile customisation set. Also, free DLCs will be released periodically to dive into breathtaking races with the most requested and beloved content from the community.

As the wait for the day-one is becoming more and more exciting, fans will enjoy an even stronger adrenaline rush with a post-launch plan that’s nothing short of Turbocharged.

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About Milestone

Founded in Milan in 1996, Milestone S.r.l. is one of the leading and longest-established racing game developers in the world. The 200+ people team is responsible for hit series like MotoGP™, MXGP, and Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame, as well as RIDE and Gravel, Milestone’s own IPs. For more information, please visit www.milestone.it.

HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™ 2 – Turbocharged © 2023. Published and Developed by Milestone S.r.l. All rights reserved. HOT WHEELS™ and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, Mattel. ©2023 Mattel. All manufacturers, accessory suppliers, names, tracks, sponsors, brands and associated imagery featured in this game are trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners.

About Mattel

Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain, and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends®, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Monster High® and MEGA®, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music, and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.

Visit us online at mattel.com

MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE, the online multiplayer game based on the My Hero Academia universe, will release on September 28th on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Eijiro Kirishima, Momo Yaoyorozu and Ibara Shiozaki join the roster already featured in the Open Beta Test of MY HERO ULTRA RUMBLE: players can now look forward to choosing between 18 of their favourite Heroes and Villains to create a team and fight for victory in a battle royale game. Eight teams of three will face off to be the last one standing in a vast stage and will have to fight to survive, but also stay on the move as the battle area shrinks as time passes, forcing them into more deadly encounters with their rivals.

Players can get a head start in the game by following the My Hero ULTRA RUMBLE X (Twitter) account: in-game gifts will be given away on release day depending on the total number of followers on the page!

Battles will be fierce as each character will push their Quirk to the best of their abilities. Hero or Villain, it’s time to warm up, the fight starts next week!

Watch the brand-new trailer here:

For more information on My Hero ULTRA RUMBLE visit the official webpage. For other products from Bandai Namco Europe please visit: www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoEU. Join the conversation on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoEU

The second title in The Dark Pictures Anthology is making its way to Nintendo Switch on October 5^th, and pre-orders are open now!

The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope

When their bus is diverted through the town of Little Hope due to bad weather, it seems that a college class with strained relations has had a lucky escape when their bus crashes and they appear from the wreckage relatively unscathed. As they explore this seemingly abandoned town, they become trapped by a mysterious impenetrable fog, and as they search for a means of escape, they start to encounter visions of the past that haunt them from the shadows.

Through these mysterious visions, they bear witness to the town’s gruesome past and the terrible events of the Andover Witch Trials. They must figure out the motivation of these apparitions and escape Little Hope while hellish demons relentlessly pursue them.

They must figure out the motivation of these apparitions before the evil force at work in Little Hope drags each of their souls to hell!

Abandon hope, all ye who enter here…

The Dark Pictures Anthology: Little Hope will release on Nintendo Switch on October 5^th, 2023, and is available for pre-order now. The game is already available for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

For more information on the Dark Pictures Anthology, please visit our website at https://www.thedarkpictures.com or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/gaming/TheDarkPictures. Join the conversation on Twitter at https://twitter.com/TheDarkPictures.

SYDNEY (Sept. 22, 2023) – Today, SQUARE ENIX® and Xbox announced that OCTOPATH TRAVELER™ II, the latest entry in the critically acclaimed OCTOPATH TRAVELER RPG series will be launching on Xbox and Windows PC early next year.

Developed by the same team behind the beloved original, which spawned a series that has sold over four million copies combined worldwide, OCTOPATH TRAVELER II improves upon the series’ iconic HD-2D visuals: a striking blend of retro 2D characters in a beautiful 3D world. The game’s new storyline, characters and features make it the perfect entry for newcomers to the series, while also preserving the charm of the original game for veteran players. Players can look forward to following the journey of eight distinct protagonists as they explore the land and conquer enemies in strategic turn-based battles on an adventure all their own.

OCTOPATH TRAVELER II will be available on Xbox and Windows PC in early 2024 and is available to purchase now on the Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4 and PC via STEAM®. For more information, visit: https://www.octopathtraveler2.com

* Total worldwide shipments and downloads as of June 2023

About OCTOPATH TRAVELER II

OCTOPATH TRAVELER II is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide (as of August 2022). It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights.

In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era. Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life? Every path is yours to take. Embark on an adventure all your own.

About Square Enix Ltd.

Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 180 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 88 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com

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LOS ANGELES – September 21, 2023 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, announced a new game update for its new strategy title GRAND CROSS: AGE OF TITANS. Starting today, players can experience a new collaboration character, features, and game improvements.

In a special collaboration with METAVERSE Entertainment,the virtual human Rina is now available as a playable character. She is a maid that supports Eugene and Mio on the battlefield. Rina is a cavalry type character that increases the troops’ HP levels and can decrease the enemies’ mana during the battle. Additionally, a new infantry type character Iris is joining Skyna as well. As a messenger from the gods, she joins the world of Skyna from the cross-dimension phenomenon known as the GRAND CROSS. She is capable of healing troops and increasing their defense, HP, etc.

Several improvements have been made to Cross Dimension as well. Rather than players choosing factions (Ayer, Present, Future), the system will automatically designate and match specific factions on a kingdom-by-kingdom basis. Players can participate in the Cross Dimension twice a day and up to 3 hours each time (maximum of 6 hours per day). A new ranking system, as well as new missions have been added to Cross Dimension. Among the new heroes, the collaboration character Rina will be advantageous especially in Cross Dimension with her powerful skills.

Developed by Netmarble F&C, the maker of the popular RPG game Seven Deadly Sins: GRAND CROSS, players will enter a thrilling new strategy game experience at GRAND CROSS: AGE OF TITANS. Large-scale, immersive siege wars engulf the world of Skyna, across land and air, presented in beautiful anime art style graphics. Using a dynamic combat system, players will have the ability to plan and execute their unique strategies to overcome their opponent. Multiple troop-types are at the player’s disposal including Infantry, Archers, Cavalry, and Siege Weapons as well as Ranged Archers and Air Units.

The game is available to download now by visiting the official website (PC), Google Play Store (Android), and App Store (iOS).

For more information and updates, please visit the official forum, website, Discord, Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook channels.

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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 Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds, The King of Fighters ALLSTAR, The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, and forthcoming PC games like Paragon: The Overprime.

More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

SEATTLE – 21 Sept. 2023 – Airship: Kingdoms Adrift, the sandbox ship simulation in the sky from developer Revolution Industry and publisher Freedom Games, embarks on an epic journey to conquer the skies on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store today.

Soar into a world ravaged by war, where the populace find themselves without hope. Amidst the chaos, focus on a beacon of opportunity, the pristine archipelago of Suthseg, untouched by the horrors of conflict. Seize this fresh start above the clouds, and forge an indomitable empire. Navigate the raging waters of war and politics to nurture a thriving economy.

Key Highlights:

• Sail into Multiplayer Madness: Dive into thrilling sky battles in 1v1 or 3v3 PVP modes against friends or fellow fleet commanders. Utilize finetuned shipbuilding skills with various map sizes/layouts and budget limits to create a Battle Cruiser that stands among the best for an added challenge. 

• Customize an Armada: Take command of a fleet comprising 30 distinct airship types, each highly customizable with a range of weapons, armor, and equipment. Engage in over 500 unique encounters with adversaries, where alliances can crumble in an instant.

• Trade Diverse Goods and Master the Economy: Ascend to greatness by mastering the art of economics. Establish bustling factories, mines, foundries and lumberyards to sustain a growing fleet and crew. Engage in over 300 types of trade goods, negotiate with shrewd merchants, and chart perilous trade routes to secure a path to prosperity.

“As the winds of excitement fill our sails, we’re thrilled to launch Airship: Kingdoms Adrift,” Benjamin Tarsa, Director of Publishing at Freedom Games, enthuses. “Get ready to conquer the skies, master economics, and engage in epic battles. Today, the journey begins, and the skies await a strong-willed command!” 

Airship: Kingdoms Adrift is available now on PC Via Steam and Epic Games Store, for $29.99 (USD). To chart your course as the captain of an ambitious warship and reign supreme in the skies, set sail to explore the Freedom Games official website and join the adventure on the official Discord server. Follow @Rev_Industry on Twitter for updates and and search #AirshipKingdomsAdrift on social media.

About Revolution Industry

Revolution Industry is a Bangkok-based game studio working to create games that fuel imagination and creativity for them and their community. Airship: Kingdoms Adrift is their first title and the start of their airship franchise. 

About Freedom Games

Freedom Games is a publisher dedicated to offering best-in-class services to partners and providing players around the world with unique and memorable experiences. With over 50 years of combined industry experience at the executive level, Freedom Games seeks to leverage its expertise to facilitate great games and even better publishing experiences.

For more information, visit the official Freedom Games website.

Tokyo Game Show digital presentation features Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes, Ghostrunner 2, Nivalis, and more

TOKYO – Sept. 21, 2023 – Leading video game publisher 505 Games hosted its Tokyo Game Show digital showcase with news on several anticipated titles from 2023 and heading into 2024. 505 Games also hosted its second media-only Future Play event ahead of TGS, showcasing its continued commitment to the Japanese market. Rewatch the showcase on YouTube here and recap all the details below.

Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes follows up its presence in the latest Nintendo Direct with more exciting news: pre-orders are now available for the massively anticipated JRPG and #1 funded Kickstarter video game of 2020. Two different versions are available for pre-order for PC (Steam, Epic Games Store, GOG), PlayStation 4|5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S platforms ahead of the Tuesday, April 23, 2024 launch:

• Standard Edition – Digital edition available for $49.99 USD **Physical copies may differ in price from digital editions.*
• Digital Deluxe Edition – Digital only for $79.99, including multiple in-game bonuses such consumable items, season pass, digital mini artbook, digital soundtrack and an exclusive trinket of Rabbit & Bear 

Ghostrunner 2 showcased the stunning first-person cyberpunk-action thriller developed by One More Level, will be available worldwide on Thursday, October 26 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Epic and GOG with 48 hours of early access for those who purchase the Brutal Edition. Play the demo today, as revealed at the Sony State of Play Showcase.

The Nivalis developers ION LANDS joined the showcase to talk more about theirvoxel cyberpunk slice-of-life simulation and also revealed a new trailer. TGS attendees can go hands-on with Nivalis’ neon-bathed world at Hall 7, booth 07-N04, ahead of its 2024 release on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store). 

The Magical Mixture Mill, the wonderfully cozy automated potion brewing game from 505 Games’ sister company HOOK and developer Glowlight (founded by Jonas Georgakakis, a co-creator of Subway Surfers), mixes up a Q1 2024 full launch, with just-announced support for Japanese text. As a former adventurer adapting a post-questing life, become a witch’s assistant at a potion shop. Gather exotic components, fashion complex brews, and perfect production through clever automations.

Crime Boss: Rockay City, the Organized Crime shooter combining action set-pieces, turf wars, and over-the-top call-backs to 90’s crime movies highlighted the recent launch of its first Expansion Pack – Dragon’s Gold Cup. Take on a daring heist and make an unlikely ally with Dollar Dragon (Danny Trejo), and enjoy further refinements and improvements with the fourth free update released alongside the Expansion Pack.

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Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II and Call of Duty: Warzone are set to reach an epic conclusion in Season 06, with legendary comic book anti-hero Spawn headlining the Battle Pass. Players can unlock further Spawn-themed rewards and Operator Skins throughout the pass, including additional visitors from the Underworld. Additionally, Season 06 features incredible bundles with new Operators from Skeletor, Evil Dead 2, and Hellsing licenses, as well as a Doom Weapon Bundle. And, for the first time in Call of Duty history, Season 06 features a crossover with Diablo with two additional Operators – Lilith and Inarius. Plus, players are in for a thrill-ride with four new Multiplayer maps at launch, three new functional weapons, the return of The Haunting, a new BlackCell offering, and so much more.

Season 06 kicks off on September 27 at 9am PT, with The Haunting set for October 17. Check out a recap of content below.

CALL OF DUTY: WARZONE OVERVIEW

• Operation Nightmare is a GO: Coming at mid-season,investigate eldritch anomalies across the map, and face a host of monstrous targets as you gradually clear a Bounty board of otherworldly terrors!
• Welcome to Vondead: A demonic incantation unleashed an uncontained zombie outbreak across Vondel. The undead have ravaged the streets under a bloodred moon. Shocking secrets are waiting to be discovered!
• Zombie Royale is back for both maps: Tear into this infamous limited-time mode at mid-season, with all-new innovations but the same chaotic premise — return to battle as a fast-moving Zombie. Survive, or get eaten!
• Lockdown returns, otherworldly loot, and events: Head to Vondel for more Lockdown action, gather Souls for in-game rewards, and prepare for plenty of jump scares, eldritch equipment, and much more.

MODERN WARFARE II OVERVIEW

• Two Core, two Gunfight Maps at launch. Deploy to one new original and one returning map in both Core and Gunfight, from an extravagant Las Almas estate to a classic live fire range where kings reign.
• Two Haunting Map reskins. El Asilo celebrates Día de Muertos, while Embassy becomes the site of a bloody zombie attack.
• A frightening twist on classic modes. Jump scares, skulls, zombies, and more descend on your favorite classic modes, including twisted takes on Domination, Kill Confirmed, Grind, Drop Zone, and Infected.

GENERAL OVERVIEW

• Gear up with new weapons. There’s no horror too great when you’ve got these weapons in hand. Take on enemies with a new Assault Rifle, SMG, a Melee weapon, and a Chainsaw last used on Phobos…
• BlackCell introduces V4L3RIA. The latest in robotics is ready for deployment as V4L3RIA arrives to lead the BlackCell offering, along with her Tactical Pet named Megabyte.
• Spawn headlines the Battle Pass. The multiple forms of antihero Spawn headline the Season 06 Battle Pass, featuring additional Spawn Operator Skins alongside other monsters and maniacs arriving straight from the underworld.
• Open the Gates of Hell. The Gates of Hell have sprung open to reveal . . . the first glimpse of Season 06’s Halloween-themed Bundles and Operators!

For a deeper dive into Season 06 offerings, head to the Call of Duty blog.

13th Annual New York Game Awards will take place in person on Tues., Jan. 16, 2024

Tickets on sale now!

NEW YORK (Sept. 21, 2023) – The New York Videogame Critics Circle (NYVGCC) today announced the 13th annual New York Game Awards is returning to the renowned SVA Theatre in Manhattan on the evening of Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. The annual awards show will again be co-hosted by Circle president and founder Harold Goldberg, NYVGCC senior intern Makeda Byfield, and the 2020 Andrew Yoon Legend Award recipient and former President of Nintendo of America, Reggie Fils-Aimé. This year’s awesome Legend Award recipient, in addition to musicians and presenters, will be announced soon.

The NYVGCC, a nonprofit promoting awareness of, and education for, video games, writing, and journalism in the New York City area, hosts the annual award program to celebrate the industry and its creators from the past year, as well as the underserved students that NYVGCC mentors, and the NYVGCC scholarship programs. Tickets are on sale today at this link. 

“We’re thrilled to be returning to the SVA Theatre to celebrate the 13th annual New York Game Awards and honor the best games of the past year as well as recognize the creators, developers, and media who make our industry stand out,” said Harold Goldberg, executive director and founder, NYVGCC. “The work that goes into our spunky awards show is no small feat since our organization handles every aspect of the show. Thanks to the continued support of our event, we’re able to expand our Playing with Purpose program to reach more unhoused and underserved youth in New York City.”

Ticket proceeds from the New York Game Awards will help fund the Playing with Purpose writing programs for 2024, which support students and interns at Bronxworks Shelter, Mott Hall 3 Middle School, TAPCo, Andries Huddle Middle School, and elsewhere. Playing with Purpose provides mentorship and internship opportunities that teach students fundamental writing skills and create a pathway to careers in the games industry.

“I can’t wait to show you what we have in store for the 2024 New York Game Awards,” said Reggie Fils-Aimé, board member, NYVGCC. “From hosting the awards show to mentoring the amazing youth we work with daily, being a part of NYVGCC has been such a fulfilling experience. Seeing our New York City youth grow and develop skills in the games industry with the help of NYVGCC is inspiring, and we need the continued support of industry leaders and members to keep this mission alive for those who need it most.”

Tickets for the 2024 New York Game Awards cost $50 for General Admission and $75 for Orchestra (closest to the stage) and are available for purchase through Eventbrite. NYVGCC offers an early bird discount of 10% off if purchased before Thursday, Oct. 5. For more information on the NY Game Awards and other NYVGCC programs, please visit the website: https://nygamecritics.com/

About New York Videogame Critics Circle

Based in Manhattan, the New York Videogame Critics Circle is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit multicultural organization comprised of 40 of the finest videogame critics, writers, reporters and bloggers in the nation. Members of the NYVGCC give back to their communities by providing scholarships, mentoring and community outreach to NYC schools students. The New York Videogame Critics Circle sees great benefit in advocating for those who are less fortunate.

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