Guilty Gear -Strive-, which is now the most successful instalment in the franchise with over 2,5 million players worldwide, is welcoming its latest addition to the roster, Johnny. With katana in hand, this daring debonair pirate and his crew spend their days traveling the globe, caring for and defending the less fortunate. Johnny’s mastery of swordsmanship and notable strength will allow for players to get the upper hand using a variety of swift attacks.

Watch the new trailer here:

Johnny is available now as the first character of the all-new Season Pass 3 for Guilty Gear -Strive-. Season Pass 3 will contain three other characters in addition to Johnny, along with two new battle stages, the Additional Colour Pack #3, and the Season Pass 3 Purchase Bonus (which contains additional costume colours).  

Season 3 also comes with a plethora of updates and changes to the game, enhancing the overall experience both offline and online. Among these changes are two new battle mechanics: Wild Assault, a powerful offensive maneuver which allows players to take the initiative and rush forward while attacking; and Deflect Shield, a defensive manoeuvre that creates considerable distance between the opponent while blocking their aggression. However, both techniques are a high-risk, high-reward gamble, utilising 50% of the Burst gauge upon activation.

In addition, today also marks the release of Guilty Gear -Strive- Daredevil Edition, which contains the base game along with the Season Pass 1, 2 and 3. The Daredevil Edition also includes the 25th Anniversary Colours, as well as ad digital sounds and artwork.

Guilty Gear -Strive- is available on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, PC, Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. For more information on Guilty Gear -Strive- and other products from Bandai Namco Europe, please visit: www.bandainamcoent.eu. Follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/BandaiNamcoEU.

A massive 2.0 free update is coming to Park Beyond on September 29^th. This upcoming update will include performance improvements, reworked visitor flow, mission redesign, modular building improvement and more.

On top of this, the very anticipated parks and prefabs sharing platform powered by mod.io will also be implemented, allowing players to share their amazing parks and creative prefabs across all platforms, all around the world!

Finally, September 29^th will also mark the release of the game’s first Theme World: Beyond eXtreme, adding new missions focused on the explosive character Blaize, two new flat rides, entertainers and more than 250 scenery items. 90’s vibes and crazy rides, Beyond eXtreme calls out to all adrenaline junkies out there willing to make their park a thrill-seeker’s paradise!

Park Beyond is available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

For more information on Park Beyond 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.

Gentlymad Studios announces successor to the critically acclaimed Endzone – A World Apart – coming Spring 2024

Wiesbaden, Germany – August 24th, 2023 –  Publisher Assemble Entertainment with its internal development studio Gentlymad Studios is incredibly excited to announce the sequel to their post-apocalyptic colony sim Endzone – A World Part. The sequel, titled Endzone 2, is a survival colony builder where players must confront an unforgiving environment, discover and repopulate habitable grounds and survive in order to protect the last remnants of humanity. To celebrate this announcement, Gentlymad Studios will also be adding a small update to Endzone – A World Apart. 

Endzone 2 combines elements of survival and city building/colony sims in order to create a new and unique twist on these familiar genres. Players are able to freely choose their starting point and venture into a variety of different locations that are hiding valuable and unique resources and loot. They will also be able to create and manage multiple settlements and fight against the unforgiving and ever-changing environment.

Watch the Endzone 2 announcement trailer here 

When players aren’t exploring, they’ll need to build, develop and expand their settlements and secure economic progress by researching buildings, technologies, and refining resources to create optimised production lines in order to keep up with the size of their growing community. Players will also be tasked with establishing trade routes between habitable grounds and traders. 

Gentlymad Studios strives to bring the supportive community from Endzone – A World Apart over to Endzone 2 in order to develop the sequel in line with player expectations. Players familiar with Endzone – A World Apart can now enjoy the challenge of creating and managing multiple settlements and using vehicles to establish trade routes, barter with traders and go on expeditions. Additionally, Endzone 2 includes a complete overhaul of the rendering system bringing players a more detailed and visually appealing environment along with new animations to immerse players like never before. 

Current Endzone – A World Apart players will also be excited to hear of a new patch making its way to the game which will help to bridge the gap between the first game and Endzone 2. The patch will contain a new side mission, various bug fixes and a decorative new building. There may also be another surprise teaser waiting for players paying close enough attention in Endzone – A World Apart. 

Game Features

• Only the Strongest Survive: Pull together a settlement of humanity’s last survivors and take on an ever-changing environment in a world constantly being threatened.
• Explore the Badlands: Venture through the treacherous badlands, a terrain riddled with ancient ruins, uncover hidden loot and take on daring missions.
• Uncover Resources: Travel to habitable zones full of unique resources and daunting challenges, giving rise to multiple settlements under your command. 
• Build Your New Home: Build up, develop and expand your settlements. Make progress by researching new buildings, technologies and refined resources, as well as optimized production lines. 
• Trade and Manage: Master your trade skills and establish trade routes between your zones.

But that’s not all – Assemble is excited to announce that they will launch a Kickstarter campaign for Endzone 2! The publisher is taking the excitement to the next level by inviting enthusiasts to be a part of this journey from the very beginning. Coming soon, gamers and supporters alike will be able to sign up to receive prompt notifications as soon as the Kickstarter campaign goes live! Keep an eye out for that in the coming days.

Endzone 2 is set to release in Spring of 2024 on Steam. Players who wish to stay up to date on the game can wishlist it right now on Steam.

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About Gentlymad Studios

Gentlymad Studios, the visionary development team responsible for creating Endzone 2, Endzone – A World Apart, Pizza Connection 3, and In Between, was founded in 2014 by Daniel Denne, Matthias Guntrum, Wolfgang Reichardt, and Stephan Wirth in Wiesbaden, Germany. Since its inception, the studio has cherished its independence and agility as a small team, continually adapting to the ever-evolving game development landscape. 

With a profound mission to challenge the traditional industrialization of game creation, Gentlymad Studios is dedicated to delivering exceptional, one-of-a-kind, and meticulously crafted gaming experiences. Currently boasting a talented team of 18 passionate individuals, the studio focuses on developing high-quality city-building and strategy games, with its current focus centered on the thriving Endzone franchise.

About Assemble Entertainment

Based in Wiesbaden, Germany, Assemble Entertainment is an independent, privately owned games publisher that’s made “Saving the World. Game by Game.” its mission. Founded by Stefan Marcinek in 2016, Assemble is known for its critically acclaimed and diverse indie games, such as Endzone – A World Apart, Roadwarden, Lacuna, and Orbital Bullet. Since 2022, Assemble has been responsible for the distribution of Mixtvision’s games, handling indie hits such as FAR: Lone Sails. Assemble also has won the German Developer Award twice in the category of “Best Publisher.”

Assemble organizes GermanDevDays, one of Frankfurt’s most popular German-speaking conferences. The conference, hosted by Stefan Marcinek, features the GermanDevDays Indie Award, where indie teams across Germany can participate to win cash prizes.

Sydney, Australia, August 24^th, 2023: Have you ever heard the story about the floating boxes? We are sure Trine’s wonderful wizard Amadeus will tell you all about it! In the thrilling new character trailer released today, you will get another glimpse of the enchanting world of Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy and Amadeus’ powers!

With great responsibility comes great power? Well, almost – Amadeus, who is not only a dedicated husband and father of triplets but also a master of arcane arts, takes centre stage in Trine 5’s latest trailer. With an array of awe-inspiring spells, Amadeus proves to be not just a great solo-adventurer but also an invaluable asset to his companions in co-op mode with up to 4 players (yes, 4!) as he summons boxes and deftly manoeuvres obstacles to clear the path.

Amadeus’ magical prowess in manipulating the environment by conjuring boxes and overcoming hindrances adds a new layer of strategy and creativity for players to explore.

Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy is developed by Frozenbyte in Helsinki, Finland and is coming to PC, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One™, Xbox Series S/X™, and Nintendo Switch™ on August 31^st, 2023.

Website: https://trine5.thqnordic.com

About Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy
Traverse breathtaking landscapes in Trine’s deepest and visually richest chapter to date, with an all-new cast of characters as a riveting story awaits with the heroes’ reputations tarnished, their friends and families in danger, and their enchanted powers at stake. Trine 5 will take Amadeus the Wizard, Zoya the Thief, and Pontius the Knight on their most action-packed journey yet!

• A beautiful 2.5D world with twenty gorgeous levels ready for players to explore!
• Local and online multiplayer — play with up to 4 players online or in local co-op.
• Puzzles with plenty of replayability and dynamic physics — encounter fire, air, light, magnets, electricity and more, with puzzles tailored both for solo and co-op play.
• Challenging combat — fight against the unstoppable Clockwork Knights and the cunning Rat Gang in engaging and tactical battles and try your wits and courage in formidable boss fights!
• Difficulty settings for combat, puzzles, and character resurrection — the game welcomes everyone’s own playstyle.
• Experience the mesmerising soundtrack, with songs that capture the essence of each unique environment, as well as a voice cast of returning favourites and charming new additions.

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About THQ Nordic

The THQ Nordic official boiler plate can be found here: https://thqnordic.com/company/about

THQ Nordic Website

About Frozenbyte

Frozenbyte is an independent game developer with a focus on game quality. All Frozenbyte games are based on own IP. Original titles include the critically acclaimed Trine series. For more information, visit the following website: https://www.frozenbyte.com/about-frozenbyte

ATLUS has announced that their highly anticipated RPG remake Persona 3 Reload will launch on the 2^nd of February 2024 for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. They have also revealed a Gameplay trailer showing how players can hunt down Shadows and secrets as they climb the heights of Tartarus, this time with an all-new battle BGM track!

Watch the Gameplay trailer below:

In addition, a new Persona 3 Reload – Meet the S.E.E.S. Trailer is available and provides an introduction to S.E.E.S. and their mission in the game:

Watch the ‘Meet the S.E.E.S.” trailer here

In May, PlayStation Australia gave a quick peek at the dedicated PS5 remote play device – now called PlayStation Portal remote player, and the first wireless earbuds, called Pulse Explore. Today, PlayStation Australia is pleased to share more details about these products and reveal a new PlayStation over-the-ear wireless headset, Pulse Elite. Both Pulse Elite and Pulse Explore deliver low latency lossless audio from PS5 and PlayStation Portal using new PlayStation Link wireless technology.

PlayStation Portal remote player

PlayStation Portal remote player brings the PS5 experience to the palm of your hand. It includes the key features of the DualSense wireless controller, including adaptive triggers and haptic feedback combined with the 8-inch LCD screen which is capable of 1080p resolution at 60fps, providing a high definition visual experience. 

PlayStation Portal is the perfect device for gamers in households where they might need to share their living room TV or simply want to play PS5 games in another room of the house. PlayStation Portal will connect remotely to your PS5 over Wi-Fi*, so you’ll be able to swiftly jump from playing on your PS5 to your PlayStation Portal. PlayStation Portal can play supported games that are installed on your PS5 console and use the Dualsense controller. It also includes a 3.5mm audio jack for wired audio. PS VR2 games, which require the headset, are not supported.**

Pulse Elite wireless headset & Pulse Explore wireless earbuds  

Pulse Elite and Pulse Explore are the latest PlayStation wireless headset and earbuds, that are part of PlayStation’s ongoing efforts to amplify the audio experience in gaming and make the gameplay experience more immersive through enhanced sound. Pulse Elite and Pulse Explore will be the first PlayStation audio devices to use custom-designed planar magnetic drivers for an audiophile-level listening experience, normally found in premium headphones for professional sound engineers. 

Pulse Elite is the new wireless headset that offers lossless audio and comes with a retractable boom mic and AI-enhanced noise rejection capable of filtering background sounds. A charging hanger is also included with the product for a convenient charging and storage option. 

Pulse Explore is the first set of wireless earbuds, providing a premium portable audio experience with dual microphones and AI-enhanced noise rejection capable of filtering background sounds. It also offers lossless audio and comes with a charging case. 

PlayStation Link, PlayStation’s new wireless audio technology

Pulse Elite and Pulse Explore connect directly with PlayStation Portal by leveraging new wireless audio technology, PlayStation Link. This innovation delivers low latency, lossless audio and easy switching between multiple PlayStation Link hosts such as PS5 with the USB adapter and PlayStation Portal.

We’ll have more details to share soon, including AU pricing, pre-orders, and launch dates. 

Check out this hands-on report of the PlayStation Portal remote player, Pulse Explore wireless earbuds, and Pulse Elite wireless headset here, as well as a sneak peak video of the new Pulse Elite and Pulse Explore here. 

To find out more, head to the PlayStation Blog. 

Keep up with the latest news from PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. 

Atlus has revealed a new trailer for the upcoming strategy RPG Persona 5 Tactica. The trailer showcases gameplay and offers a sneak peek at the techniques players will need to master to overthrow their enemies.

Watch the Battle Gameplay trailer here.

Learn how to turn the tide of battle with a Triple Threat Attack, unlock skills in the skill tree, and more. Persona 5 Tactica features five difficulty settings, from safe to merciless, where newcomers and strategy RPG veterans alike will be able to find a challenge level that best fits them. 

Showcased within the trailer is the DLC Challenge Pack “Repaint Your Heart,” which features new game rules, new battles with dynamic stages and two additional characters: Goro Akechi and Kasumi Yoshizawa!

Persona 5 Tactica is available for pre-order now, and will launch worldwide on 17^th November 2023, for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch.

Publisher Vertigo Games shares a new co-op trailer at the Future Games Show

Sydney, Australia – August 24th – At last night’s Future Games Show, publisher Vertigo Games and the creators of Sairento VR debuted a brand-new trailer for Hellsweeper VR—the highly-anticipated action-combat virtual reality game—showcasing intense new co-op action. Starting from the game’s launch on September 22^nd, two players can join forces and descend into hell to slay twisted souls, teaming up for explosive VR combat. Execute shared combos and devise unique strategies alongside your fellow warrior to destroy your enemies. The gates to hell will open on the 22^nd of September when Hellsweeper VR will be available for Meta Quest 2, PlayStation VR 2, and PC VR.

The co-op trailer for Hellsweeper VR provides an exciting glimpse into the game’s forsaken world, where players team up to fight against the forces of darkness:

WATCH THE CO-OP TRAILER – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tXHleOCkiVo

The co-op mode offers a full roguelike experience, with a good mix of strategy and RNG. Each player receives unique blessings, boons, and weapons. This mix enhances gameplay by offering a wide range of combat strategies.

• Rogue-like mode: Fight rounds with various objectives, to end on a final boss fight. Get rewarded with loot and progress, upgrade your character, weapons or Hellhound
• Cross Play Support: Thanks to the cross play support it’s as easy as ever to play with your friends. No matter which VR platform they are using. 

As well, hell’s gates have creaked open even wider, inviting you to PRE-ORDER Hellsweeper VR now on Steam VR, PS VR 2 and Meta Quest. Early adopters will be rewarded with the exclusive ‘Hound’ and ‘Shadow’ masks. 

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About Hellsweeper VR

Immerse yourself in the infernal atmosphere, master the deadly precision of your weapons, command the telekinetic forces at your disposal, and awaken your latent powers to eradicate the twisted demons that lurk in the shadows.Hell, once the realm of eternal torment, is set to bleed chaos into the world of VR. Born from the unhallowed minds behind Sairento VR, Hellsweeper VR is poised to unleash hellfire upon the mortal realm.

Brace yourself to embark on an epic journey through different dimensions, armed with lethal weaponry, telekinetic might, and otherworldly powers to vanquish your monstrous adversaries.Bathe in the abyss, baptized in the fires of combat, and emerge a true Hellsweeper, one poised to cleanse the abhorrent sinners of the underworld. Carve out your own path to redemption, customizing your skills, testing countless combat variations, and discovering what it truly means to be a HellSweeper.HellSweeper redefines the VR landscape as a captivating first-person arcade game. It seamlessly fuses magic and melee combat with an unprecedented level of movement flexibility, offering an exhilarating, pulse-quickening experience that truly immerses players in its richly-detailed virtual reality. 

About Vertigo Games

Vertigo Games, the VR publishing and development arm of the global PLAION Group, is a multi-platform VR publisher and developer with offices in Rotterdam & Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and Los Angeles, California. With teams in the areas of development, publishing and LBE (location-based entertainment) distribution, the company offers a portfolio of quality VR games that provide novel, powerful and full-featured gaming experiences both inside of the home, as well as outside of the home through its leading LBE content provider and management platform SpringboardVR. Games include Vertigo Studios’ evergreen brand Arizona Sunshine®, the epic VR action FPS After the Fall® and the music game Unplugged VR®. Upcoming games include the highly anticipated Arizona Sunshine® 2, The 7th Guest and Hellsweeper VR.

About Mixed Realms

Mixed Realms is an indie studio from Singapore. Founded in 2016, their small team of 4 has grown to 20 members strong after the triumphant launch of their first game, Sairento VR. They attribute their success to the feedback they receive from the gaming community and their dedication to creating high-quality games. It is their belief that, while the studio  is responsible for coming up with the core concepts and master plan for any game, gamers play  a vital role in bringing about changes and new elements. That’s why it is very important for them to always consult and work with the community to improve and bring their games to the final stage. 

New Headset Delivers HyperX Comfort and Up to 120 Hours of Battery Life – Launching in Australia on 8 September and New Zealand on 15 September

August 24, 2023 – HyperX, the gaming peripherals team at HP Inc. and brand leader in gaming and esports, today announced the Cloud III Wireless Gaming Headset. Cloud III wireless delivers the ultimate in comfort and immersive sound with up to 120 hours of battery life, offering a captivating wireless gaming experience. With legendary comfort, immersive audio with re-engineered 53mm angled drivers, and a lifetime activation of DTS^® Headphone:X^® via NGENUITY software for accurate 3D audio, Cloud III wireless is ready for gaming, wireless entertainment, and untethered chat for fun or work.

The HyperX Cloud III Wireless incorporates new features and a striking new design, delivering an exceptional audio experience to gamers. Evolving from the legendary Cloud headset, known for its comfort, sound quality, and durability, the Cloud III Wireless raises the bar for gaming audio.

The Cloud III wireless gaming headset is designed to provide gamers with an exceptional audio experience. Custom-tuned by HyperX audio engineers, this headset delivers impeccable audio quality. The angled 53mm drivers enhance sound precision by directing it at an optimal angle, resulting in accurate audio that captures every detail. With the addition of DTS^® Headphone:X^® Spatial Audio technology, the Cloud III expands the audio into a virtual 3D space, creating a truly immersive environment. Gamers can enjoy up to 120 hours of uninterrupted gaming.

The Cloud III wireless provides users with a seamless audio experience through its convenient onboard audio and microphone controls. With a 10mm detachable microphone featuring an LED mute indicator, the microphone offers improved clarity compared to its predecessors. Users can effortlessly adjust volume and mute the microphone directly from the headset earcup. Additionally, the microphone is equipped with an internal metal mesh filter, eliminating the need for a pop filter. The microphone delivers exceptional sound quality for all gaming and communication needs. The LED mute microphone indicator ensures users are always aware of their microphone status, ensuring smooth and uninterrupted communication.

The Cloud III wireless utilises a full metal frame with a steel headband and aluminium forks for durability. It combines rugged construction with the luxurious comfort of soft, premium leatherette. Along with plush memory foam ear pads and extra padding on the headband, it offers a comfortable fit, allowing gamers to fully immerse themselves in the game.

“We’re thrilled to release the Cloud III wireless gaming headset; it combines legendary HyperX comfort, sound, and durability,” said HyperX. “HyperX remains committed to enhancing the gaming experience, allowing gamers to immerse themselves in virtual worlds and enjoy extended gaming sessions.”

The Cloud III wireless delivers a superior gaming experience with the freedom of a fast 2.4GHz wireless connection, ensuring lag-free and reliable audio. In addition, the headset offers versatile compatibility with multiple platforms, including PC, PS5, PS4, and Nintendo Switch. With the included USB-C wireless dongle and USB-A adapter, gamers can effortlessly connect the headset to their preferred platform.

Availability

The Cloud III wireless will be available in Australia on 8 September at JB Hi-Fi and Amazon AU for AUD$279, and in New Zealand on 15 September at MightyApe for NZD$289. For more details, please refer to the product page.

About HyperX  

For 20 years, HyperX’s mission has been to develop gaming solutions for every type of gamer, and the company is consistently recognised for delivering products that provide superb comfort, aesthetics, performance, and reliability. Under the tagline “WE’RE ALL GAMERS,” HyperX gaming headsets, keyboards, mice, USB microphones, and console accessories are the choice of everyday gamers as well as celebrity ambassadors, pro gamers, tech enthusiasts, streamers, and influencers. Visit www.hyperx.com.   

About HP Inc.

HP Inc. is a technology company that believes one thoughtful idea has the power to change the world. Its product and service portfolio of personal systems, printers, and 3D printing solutions helps bring these ideas to life. Visit https://www.hp.com/au-en/home.html

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