Play As Rayman in this New DLC For Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope.

Sydney, Australia – August 30th, 2023 – Today Ubisoft^® announced the release of Mario + Rabbids^® Sparks of Hope: Rayman in the Phantom Show. This last DLC for Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope introduces new mechanics, environments, and a new playable character: the one and only Rayman.

In this brand-new adventure, separate from the main game’s story line, players will control Rayman, Rabbid Peach and Rabbid Mario, as they discover the dramatic Space Opera Network, an uncanny TV studio full of props and easter eggs. Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle players will also meet an old “friend”: the Phantom, now a studio director beyond reproach.

Players will explore various TV sets inspired by different movie genres, full of references from Rayman’s history. As they restore the studio’s rating, they will discover that nothing is as it seems when it comes to TV, especially when the Phantom is involved.

In this new adventure, Rayman’s legendary costumes will provide tons of new tactical possibilities, and players can leverage the Vortex and Rocket costumes to be both efficient and stylish. The Phantom will rate the player’s performance after every battle, so they need to make an impression!

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope : Rayman in the Phantom Show requires players to own Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, available exclusively on Nintendo Switch™. This DLC can be bought standalone for AU$22.95 or as part of the new Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope + Rayman Edition including the base game and this third DLC, available digitally on the Nintendo eShop for AU$89.95. For more information about the DLC, please visit https://www.mariorabbids.com/buypyt.  

About Mario + Rabbids^® Sparks of Hope

Only the most extravagant team of Heroes can rekindle the sparks of hope across the galaxy!

Team up with Mario, Rabbid Peach and their friends on a cosmic journey to defeat Cursa and save the galaxy! Explore planets throughout the universe that are filled with strange inhabitants, memorable quests and hilarious secrets! Outwit enemies in an innovative combat system mixing turn-based tactics and real time action. Combine forces with the Sparks’ immense energy and anything becomes possible…for better OR worse!

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed^®, Brawlhalla^®, For Honor^®, Far Cry^®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon^®, Just Dance^®, Rabbids^®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six^®, The Crew^® and Tom Clancy’s The Division^®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2022–23 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1,739 million. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

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MARIO + RABBIDS SPARKS OF HOPE © 2023 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Rabbids, Sparks of Hope, Rayman, the character of Rayman, Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered or unregistered trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the U.S. and/or other countries. Nintendo properties are licensed to Ubisoft Entertainment by Nintendo. SUPER MARIO characters © Nintendo. Trademarks are property of their respective owners. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.

NBA 2K24 brings foundational changes to the overall structure of MyTEAM including MTP earn rates, new Player Market, Crossplay* and much more

2K today revealed an extensive look at the new features and updates coming to MyTEAM in NBA 2K24 including game changing enhancements to the mode with all-new MTP upgrades, an overhaul of the XP system, and the new Player Market. MyTEAM will also feature crossplay for New Gen, upgrades to Triple Threat Online and Clutch Time as well as the introduction of the brand new multiplayer mode, Salary Cap, and much more.

“As one of our most engaged player bases within the series, we innovate MyTEAM every year by working with our community to deliver one of the most all-encompassing card-collecting modes in the industry,” said Erick Boenisch, VP of NBA Development at Visual Concepts. “Ushering in long requested features, such as the new Player Market, increased MTP earn rates, and an overhaul of the XP system, are only a few of the ways we look forward to fans experiencing MyTEAM in NBA 2K24.” 

Top highlights of this year’s NBA 2K24 MyTEAM updates include: 

• MTP Upgrades: MTP earn rates for all modes have been greatly improved, bringing more flexibility to everyone just for playing games in MyTEAM. 
• Salary Cap: This new multiplayer mode coming to MyTEAM in NBA 2K24 features three, two-week rounds each Season. Each round comes with its own leaderboard, salary limit for lineups, and rewards. 
• New Player Market: MyTEAM continues to be the best place to assemble a roster of your favorite NBA players from any era, build your lineup, and dominate the competition. In NBA 2K24, player cards can be acquired directly from the new Player Market using VC or MTP, allowing more team customisation options than ever before. The Player Market replaces the Auction House to create a level playing field for everyone in MyTEAM while granting access to almost any Player Card available. 
• Key Changes to Pack Market: Community feedback has also been implemented in the Pack Market. New releases in the Pack Market will not only feature improved odds for rare Player Cards, but the Pack Market will also include more options for guaranteed pulls with fan-favorite pack types, and more.
• XP System Overhaul: As previously announced, Season level cross progression is now shared between MyCAREER and MyTEAM meaning how players earn XP is changing. This year, simply playing MyTEAM earns XP. Win or lose, every game players complete will progress them closer to leveling up during that Season. 
• Crossplay: Crossplay is in MyTEAM! For the first time, players on PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S will be able to compete against each other or team-up in Triple Threat Online: Co-Op. In addition to playing with friends, this means shorter queues and matchmaking times across all MyTEAM multiplayer modes.
• Coach Cards: Coach Cards in NBA 2K24 MyTEAM are receiving a new way to bring the most out of a Player Cards’ performance on the court with new Coach Boosts. Each Coach Card can now feature a unique boost in certain game situations.

For all the details on the new MyTEAM updates coming to NBA 2K24, check out the latest Courtside Report.

Progress players make on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of NBA 2K24 will transfer to the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions within the same console family. More information is available in the cross-progression FAQ.

NBA 2K24 is currently scheduled for release on September 8 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms. For more information, please visit the game’s official website.

Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K24 is rated E for Everyone from the ESRB. 

Follow NBA 2K24 on TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and Facebook for the latest news.

Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

*Crossplay only available on New Gen NBA 2K24. NBA 2K Account, internet connection and separate, paid online console subscription required.

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Today, 2K announced Civilization VI: Leader Pass, a season pass that adds 18 new playable leader selections to Civilization VI, is now available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch [1]. Civilization VI: Leader Pass was not originally planned for a console release, but strong community interest and feedback resulted in new efforts to bring the season pass content to console gamers.

Available either as part of the Civilization VI: Anthology bundle or for separate purchase as part of Civilization VI: Leader Pass, new leaders coming to console include:

New Leaders

• Abraham Lincoln (United States)
• Elizabeth I (England)
• King Sundiata Keita (Mali) [2]
• Ludwig II (Germany)
• Nader Shah (Persia) [3]
• Nzinga Mbande (Kongo)
• Ramses (Egypt)
• Sejong (Korea) [4]
• Theodora (Byzantines) [5]
• Tokugawa (Japan)
• Wu Zetian (China)
• Yongle (China)

New Takes on Existing Leaders

• Ptolemaic Cleopatra (Egypt)
• Qin Shi Huang the Unifier (China)
• Suleiman the Magnificent (Ottoman Empire) [2]
• Sultan Saladin (Arabia)
• Varangian Harald Hardrada (Norway)
• Victoria – Age of Steam (England)

Players who purchase Civilization VI: Anthology or Civilization VI plus the Civilization VI: Anthology upgrade (or purchase all of the content that’s included in Civilization VI: Anthology separately at any time) are eligible to receive the Leader Pass for no additional charge. Console players who link their 2K Account to the account of the same platform used to play can also now unlock Julius Caesar.

In celebration of today’s release, a new update has been issued for Civilization VI across all platforms, bringing numerous adjustments and fixes including buffs to Julius Caesar and additional leaders. More details on the August update are available here.

For more information on the Civilization VI: Leader Pass, visit www.civilization.com, become a fan on Facebook, subscribe on YouTube, follow Civilization on Twitter and Instagram and join the conversation using the hashtag #Civilization.

Civilization VI is rated E10+ for Everyone 10+. Firaxis Games is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

[1] Base game required to access Civilization VI: Leader Pass content. Some prior DLC required to play some content included in the Leader Pass.

[2] Requires Gathering Storm expansion to play.

[3] Requires Persia & Macedon Scenario Pack to play.

[4] Requires Rise & Fall expansion to play.

[5] Requires New Frontier Pass and Byzantium & Gaul Pack to play.

[6] Requires an internet connection; a PlayStation 4, XBOX One, or Nintendo Switch copy of Civilization VI; and a 2K Account linked to the account of the same platform used to play the game. 2K Accounts are free. One per account. Void where prohibited. Terms apply.

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Serve Bomb Pops in Roblox’s Restaurant Tycoon 2 now through 5 September

Paramus, NJ – 29 August 2023 – Twenty million digital bites have been taken out of Bomb Pop, the iconic red, white, and blue frozen treat, via a seamless playable activationcourtesy of influential marketing agency Moonrock Labs and business agency GALE. 

The refreshing rocket shaped treats are available in Restaurant Tycoon 2, the top game inside of Roblox with more than three million favorites and played more than one billion times. The limited time collaboration with Bomb Pop began on Tuesday, 22 August and carries on until Tuesday, 5 Sept. 2023. Tweens at least 13 years of age can participate in the experience.

This mouth-watering milestone makes the fan-favorite frozen treat the most-sold branded food item of all time in Roblox. Players can’t get enough of the 75+ custom-created in-game Bomb Pop items from the decor, to the menu. Bomb Pop is bringing eight signature flavors from the beloved original to fan favorites such as Banana Fudge, Nerds, and more, to the largest gaming ecosystem for teens. 

Past seamlessly crafted brand integrations from Moonrock Labs include Fortnite x Fanta and Fortnite x Burger King. Fortnite x Fanta featured a 50 person battle royale gamemode with Fanta flavor-inspired builds, architecture, 3D models, signs, and billboards, successfully reaching more than 400K players. Fortnite x Burger King of Chile crafted an immersive in-game race track experience featuring in-game Burger King locations. Players zipped through the track spotlighting Burger King-themed billboards and logos, including the beloved Whopper, fries, and condiments.

“Creating fun, quality experiences that gamers love is the very foundation of Moonrock Labs,” said John Benyamine, Co-Founder, Moonrock. “We knew Restaurant Tycoon 2 within Roblox was the perfect partner for our collaboration with Bomb Pop, and the 20 million units eaten up continues to rise!” 

“Bomb Pop is already a frozen favorite in real life, and we are thrilled to see the brand affinity extend into the virtual world,” added Alnese Thomas, Senior Brand Manager of Bomb Pop, “Restaurant Tycoon 2 was an amazing partner to introduce Bomb Pop to the metaverse and we are excited to see the numbers of Bomb Pops climb above 20 million and beyond!”

“This campaign is about understanding gamer’s existing behaviors and delivering an entertaining branded activation,” said GALE Director of Emerging Connections Max Bass. “Through GALE’s collaboration with Moonrock Labs, Bomb Pop was able to naturally immerse itself into Restaurant Tycoon 2 and create unique value, with limited edition items and the ability to earn new flavors as players level up.”

Bomb Pop x Roblox is available to play now in Restaurant Tycoon 2 within Roblox until Tuesday, 5 Sept. 2023. For more information check out the official Bomb Pop website, and keep up with Moonrock Labs on their official website. 

About Moonrock

Moonrock combines decades of video game industry knowledge with cutting edge engagement methods and technologies designed to reach the critically-important gamer demographic. Specializing in content creation on a variety of networks, Moonrock opened its Labs division in 2023 with a team of 150 developers, designers, and product managers creating interactive experiences in Roblox, Fortnite, Minecraft, and other leading gaming platforms. Clients include Samsung, PUBG, Red Bull, Immutable, HyperX, Paramount, Comic-Con International, and more.

About Bomb Pop

Bomb Pop is the original symbol of summer fun. Made by Wells Enterprises, Inc., the brand began in 1955 with its launch of the rocket-shaped red, white, and blue ice pop. Through its iconic shape and distinct soft, icy texture, Bomb Pop has bridged generations of families and friends over the last 65 years. Learn more about your favorite Bomb Pop – and locate a store near you – at www.bombpop.com.

About GALE

GALE is a Business Agency. We bring business insights to brand storytelling and activate across every channel. With expertise in business strategy, CRM, loyalty, brand storytelling, integrated, performance, creative, and content marketing, experience design and media, GALE creates marketing systems and communications that grow businesses. Founded in 2014, the agency currently has offices in New York, Singapore, Toronto, Denver, Detroit, Los Angeles, London, Austin and Bengaluru. In 2021, GALE was named Data & Analytics Agency of the year on the Ad Age A-List.

CALABASAS, Calif. – Aug. 29, 2023 – Crime Boss: Rockay City continues its path to criminal excellence with the third free update available now on PC for Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S.

Key Details

• New Scenarios and Environments – Take on the Gas Station, Car Dealer, and Truck Convoy missions, which appear in both the campaign and Crime Time modes.
• Character Persistency – Progression through individual character missions now persists through campaign runs. A unique character dying in their character mission no longer resets the plotline, now resuming in the next campaign run after the last successful character mission instead. The plotline only resets when the unique character dies through regular means and not in their character mission.  
• Improved Stealth Gameplay and Rebalancing – Employ stronger stealth takedowns, with improved enemy AI perceptions and reactions. INGAME STUDIOS also rebalanced the campaign economy, silencers, the “New Blood” Urban Legend mission chain, and more.
• Shuffle Mission Chains Mode in Crime Time – Play missions in a new way, with randomized mission chains in three challenging difficulty tiers. Full completion of these chains offers greater respect points and awards.
• Kick, Mute, and Examine Profiles in Multiplayer – While specific details on functionality depends on the platform, hosts can now kick ne’er-do-wells from their games. We’re criminals, not monsters.
• See the full patch notes with additional changes here.

Fact Sheet

• Title: Crime Boss: Rockay City
• Genre: First-Person Shooter, Rogue-Lite
• Publisher: 505 Games
• Developer: INGAME STUDIOS
• Platforms: PC (Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
• Rating:  M (ESRB), 18 (PEGI)
• Release Window: 2023
• Price: $39.99 USD, €39,99 EUR, £34.99 GBP

New mode and enhanced gameplay make this acclaimed beat-’em-up even better

Valencia, Calif. – August 29, 2023 – There’s never been a better time to hit the mean streets of River City! Independent game studio WayForward is thrilled to announce that a new free update is now available for River City Girls 2, adding online play to the co-op beat-’em-up’s 4-player mode on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. This is in addition to the existing up-to-4-player local co-op mode and the crossplay-enabled online 2-player mode available on all platforms, which includes Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. To celebrate the occasion, a new trailer narrated by River City troublemaker Godai (voiced by Sean “Jacksepticeye” McLoughlin) showcasing what players can expect to encounter in the River City Girls series can be seen below:

The up-to-4-player online update for River City Girls 2 follows other recent performance and balance patches across all platforms, allowing users to enjoy gameplay that’s smoother, fiercer, and even more action-packed. Following the recent updates, repeat playthroughs of New Game+ are now possible, and the animation rate has been increased to provide a 60FPS experience on PS4, PS5, Xbox, and PC, as well as upgraded performance on Switch. Based on user feedback, combos and juggles have been made more user-friendly, allowing Misako, Kyoko, and their allies to really bring the hurt to crime-lord Sabu and his yakuza army.

These new inclusions are on top of River City Girls 2’s already robust combat and rewarding feature set, which includes six playable characters, an expansive world with eight distinct regions, numerous weapons, personality-packed bosses, upgradable movesets, RPG-like character growth, recruits that assist you in battle, dozens of items and accessories to buy and equip, spectacular pixel-art graphics, full voiceovers by an all-star cast, an anime-style intro, and a fabulous soundtrack by composer Megan McDuffee.

For even more bone-busting action, new digital bundles containing all three River City Girls titles have begun rolling out on digital storefronts. Players will now be able to experience the entire saga — consisting of River City Girls 1, River City Girls 2, and River City Girls Zero — in one convenient, skull-cracking package at a discounted price of $74.99. River City Girls 2 launched digitally in December 2022 and is currently available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.

For more information on the River City Girls series, please visit www.wayforward.com and follow @wayforward on Twitter and Facebook.

Key Features

• Six playable characters, each with their own fighting styles and upgradable move sets!
• Enhanced combat: Guard Breaks, Lift-Off combos, and more!
• River City is bigger than ever! New locations with multiple routes and secret areas!
• Play solo or team up with a friend, locally or online
• New hired henchmen aid players in battle! Hold two recruits at once!
• Loads of NPCs to meet, interact with, and punch in the face — including surprise cameos!
• Awesome anime intro, comic book cutscenes, English and Japanese voiceovers, and a spectacular soundtrack featuring RCG1 composer Megan McDuffee!

About WayForward

Based in Valencia, California, WayForward was founded in 1990 and has remained an independent game developer for more than 30 years. It is home to many talented individuals including programmers, environment artists, animators, modelers, illustrators, audio wizards, designers, and team leaders. With new avenues for distributing games directly to fans, they are finally able to make the games they have always wanted to.

River City Girls, Kunio-Kun, Double Dragon, and all related characters, names, locations, and assets are copyright © ARC SYSTEM WORKS. All rights reserved. Game Copyright © 2022 WayForward Technologies, Inc. Used under license.

Team up with friends to command your own starship in this chaotic trek through the cosmos!

PARIS – Aug. 29, 2023 – Focus Entertainment, in partnership with Copenhagen-based indie studio Hutlihut Games, is thrilled to announce the upcoming Steam Early Access launch of the groundbreaking space odyssey: Void Crew. Brace yourselves for an unparalleled co-op gaming experience through the cosmos on Sept. 7, 2023.

Get a sneak peek at Void Crew during an engaging gameplay session this Saturday, Sept. 2, on JesseCox’s Twitch channel! Join the popular streamer as he dives into the heart-pounding action of Void Crew alongside Hutlihut’s team of seasoned developers. As the stars align, get ready to forge a formidable crew with your closest companions and unravel the mysteries of the universe together on an exhilarating journey for 2-4 players!

In space, no one can hear you scream… except your friends!

In Void Crew, the cosmos becomes your playground as you and your crew of 2-4 players embark on a wild space ride. Overcome the enemy Hollow factions in intense space skirmishes, command your spaceship using tactile mechanics, and ensure that all damage is repaired before the ship falls apart.

Seamlessly shift roles and adapt strategies to succeed: whether helming the ship or engineering systems, you hold the reins to your destiny. Unleash your creativity and adaptability with a flexible player role system and swift on-the-go ship system installations. From steering the ship to commanding the crew, the power to shape your experience lies in your hands. Elevate your style and prowess through rich character upgrades, and deck out your ship with a range of gadgets that tip the scales in any interstellar encounter.

Void Crew will be available September 7 on Steam Early Access. 

Face the terrors of Skull Island on your quest to become King

MINNEAPOLIS – Aug. 29, 2023 – Your reign draws near! Skull Island: Rise of Kong arrives on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam on Oct. 17, 2023. Based on the series of novels featuring Skull Island developed by creator Joe DeVito and based on Merian C. Cooper’s King Kong, this exhilarating, third-person action-adventure game lets you become Kong on a journey of vengeance as you fight to claim your rightful place as King of Skull Island.

Take on an action-packed quest to avenge the death of Kong’s parents at the hands of the ultimate alpha predator: the saurian terror Gaw. Traverse the mysterious island and uncover its secrets across a variety of treacherous environments, discovering the power coursing through its exotic flora and fauna. Conquer waves of primal beasts, defeat unique bosses, and rise above all who stand in Kong’s way to being King!

Key Features

• Explore the Origins of the King: Start your journey as the orphaned Kong and experience his evolution to the 30-foot King of Skull Island as you hunt for revenge against Gaw.
• Unleash the Fury of Kong: Deal devastating combos to dominate Gaw’s ferocious minions, and unleash your rage to heighten the impact of your attacks. Send even the most gargantuan of enemies fleeing with your earth-shattering roar and brutal finishing attacks.
• Ascend to New Heights: Gain new abilities through special events and intense boss fights to unlock Kong’s full potential.
• Discover the Mythos of Skull Island: Explore cel-shaded environments including mountainous terrain, jungles, swamps, skullite-filled caves and more to unearth collectibles, unlock new areas, and learn more about the mysterious history of this faraway land.

Skull Island: Rise of Kong is available to pre-order now for $39.99 at major retailers. A digital deluxe version of the game entitled the Colossal Edition will be available soon for $49.99. This edition includes eight exclusive film grains featuring the ability to experience a red-tinted rage mode and the original look that harkens back to the classic Kong of Merian C. Cooper, the Kong style pack with eight different colors so you can choose your own Kong, a boss-rush mode allowing you to defeat all the titans of Skull Island, and a behind-the-scenes exclusive pack including looks at in-game artwork and the all-original orchestral soundtrack.

This game is developed by IguanaBee Studios and published by GameMill Entertainment. Visit www.riseofkong.com for more information.

DeVito ArtWorks, LLC controls all copyright and TM rights to Merian C. Cooper’s King Kong, Skull Island, The History of Skull Island, King Kong of Skull Island and all their derivative works in story and images as developed and set forth in its King Kong/Skull Island Universe. ©2023 GameMill Entertainment, LLC. All Rights Reserved. GameMill Entertainment is a registered trademark of GameMill Entertainment, LLC. Iguanabee and IguanaBee logo are trademarks of IguanaBee SpA. All rights reserved. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. “PlayStation Family Mark”, “PlayStation”, “PS5 logo”, “PS5”, “PS4 logo”, “PS4”, and “PlayStation Shapes Logo” are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, the Xbox Sphere mark, the Series X logo, Series S logo, Series X|S logo, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X|S are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

Experience a rich narrative teeming with opportunity in this all-new survival sandbox RPG

Hefei City, China — August 29, 2023 | Chinese developer and publisher Personae Games are delighted to announce that its brand new medieval fantasy sandbox RPG Age of Reforging: The Freelands, has now officially launched into early access, and is available to play via Steam for £18.89/$24,99. Inspired by classics of the CRPG genre, Age of Reforging: The Freelands perfectly blends choice, freedom, and unique survival mechanics to give players the most authentic fantasy RPG experience out there. Inspired by classics of the CRPG genre, Age of Reforging: The Freelands perfectly blends choice, freedom, and unique survival mechanics to give players the most authentic fantasy RPG experience out there.

In Age of Reforging: The Freelands, players are chosen by the goddess of fate to take on the role of a “reforger”, and must venture out into The Freelands, a land devoid of law and populated by outlaws and other evil forces. Featuring a number of different races with varying talents, including Human, Elf, Dwarf and Grey Orc, players can choose a class that best suits their playstyle and customise them using over 70 adjustable appearance options. 

Once the reforger sets foot in the Freelands, their adventure is their own. Age of Reforging: The Freelands prides itself on total freedom, offering a core questline as well as a plethora of side missions which can be procured throughout the various towns scattered across The Freelands, as well as by other means. Quests present multiple endings, creating a branching narrative that makes each playthrough unique. 

Venturing through The Freelands alone can be dangerous, so expanding and developing a party of invaluable teammates is essential to survival. There are currently 9 characters available to recruit, each with their own unique  fighting styles and principles of right and wrong. With their own stories and missions, companions are eager to weigh in with their thoughts as players choose a path throughout the game, with choices impacting how much – or little – your teammates warm to them. Allocating attribute points and gear will decide the usefulness of the player’s squad, and will have to be done diligently based on resources available. 

In a land without law, mastering combat is key. Age of Reforging: The Freelands utilises a system similar to the Baldur’s Gate franchise, in which characters are commanded predominantly through mouse clicks. Formations and combat preferences can be set for each squad member, and tactical triggers can also be configured to adjust teammate behaviour. Players will still have to pick their battles wisely, but there’s plenty of options to ensure versatility in all combat situations. 

Time will also be the enemy as Age of Reforging: The Freelands also shrewdly intertwines survival elements, and as players traverse its expansive sandbox world, they will have to remain conscious of their hunger and fatigue status which gradually accumulates as time passes. Food can be scavenged through various means, and setting up camp regularly will offer you and your teammates much-needed reprieve, however, failing to take action as your squad physically declines will result in dire consequences. 

Inspired by classic CRPG titles such as Dragon Age and Divinity: Original Sin, Age of Reforging: The Freelands presents a deep, story-rich sandbox RPG experience. Begin your adventure in the land of the free TODAY! 

For more information on Age of Reforging: The Freelands, please refer to the official Steam Page, or join the official Discord. 

About Personae Games

Personae Games has been established since July 2018, located beside the Swan Lake of Hefei City in China and has released Black Thorn Arena on Steam which has established a community with over 100,000 players. The team is dedicated to developing fun titles across PC and console, with the aim of appealing to younger generations with a passion and love for video games. The studio dreams to one day be considered a Chinese Larian Studio. 

Relax and unwind at your favorite spot in this open world fishing experience

STOCKHOLM – August 29, 2023 – Expansive Worlds has announced that their open world fishing game Call of the Wild: The Angler releases on console platforms tomorrow, August 30. Featuring a unique and approachable open world, teeming with fishing spots and beautiful natural terrain to explore, the game targets 60 FPS on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and 30 FPS on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series S. It will also be available at launch on Xbox Game Pass and Game Pass for PC.

“Call of the Wild: The Angler takes players on a journey to discover the great outdoors and become a master angler, and we’re delighted to be able to bring the game to players across all current PlayStation and Xbox consoles. And, they’ll be able to fish together, no matter their chosen platform, with full cross-play support” said Samuel Peterson, Managing Director, Expansive Worlds.

“Much like theHunter: Call of the Wild, our goal for The Angler has been to work closely with our players to develop new features and content based on their feedback. Over the last year since the launch of The Angler on PC, we’ve continued to roll out updates to the game and look forward to evolving the game further, alongside our wonderful community.”

On PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, players can choose between Performance or Quality mode in the game settings, favoring an increased frame-rate or graphical quality and resolution. Improvements have also been made to controller rumble and haptics so that console gamers will be able to truly immerse themselves.

Further enhancing the fishing experience for all players is the recent Evolution Update, which contained a large number of improvements and features. This free new update, which was released August 16 for PC platforms, introduced a redesigned tutorial, the first phase of the overhauled progression system, improved rumble and haptics, eight new fish species in the Golden Ridge Reserve, and quality of life updates.

Call of the Wild: The Angler – Key features:

·     Explore the great outdoors – Enjoy the experience of fishing in a vast open world on your own or with up to 11 friends in online cross-platform co-op multiplayer. Engage in a variety of fishing activities and find tranquil escape from everyday life as you explore endless waterways and breathtaking nature.

·     Find the catch of a lifetime – Catch a range of diverse fish species, from small to legendary heavyweights. Each type of fish has its own unique behavior and characteristics and will require you to find them in their habitat. Experiment with different baits and lures and feel the excitement of catching a rare fish.

·     Become a master angler – Improve your fishing knowledge by mastering different techniques and tools. Create your own angler and customize their appearance to match your style. Complete challenges to earn rewards and uncover the open world through story missions.

·     Join a friendly community – The team will continue to deliver new features, content, and updates directly inspired by player feedback.

Call of the Wild: The Angler launches August 30 on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Game Pass, and Game Pass for PC. The Launch Edition and Deluxe Edition will also be available to purchase.

About Expansive Worlds

Expansive Worlds is a creative division within Avalanche Studios Group and a leading developer and publisher of outdoor games. Since 2007, Expansive Worlds has been devoted to delivering highly immersive outdoor gaming experiences for millions of players. It is best known for the long-standing and successful theHunter franchise, as well as the new fishing game Call of the Wild: The Angler. Expansive Worlds develops games using the proprietary Apex engine, enabling vast open worlds with endless creative possibilities.

About Avalanche Studios Group

Avalanche Studios Group is a leading interactive entertainment company offering a wide range of games and live services from creative divisions Avalanche Studios, Expansive Worlds, and Systemic Reaction. Its portfolio includes the Just Cause franchise, theHunter: Call of the Wild, Generation Zero, Rage 2, Call of the Wild: The Angler, and the upcoming Contraband. Founded in 2003, Avalanche Studios Group draws from nearly two decades of open-world experience. All its games are developed using the proprietary Apex engine, enabling vast and dynamic worlds, full of emergent gameplay and endless creative possibilities. Learn more at www.avalanchestudios.com.