The best-selling Ultimate Fishing Simulator has received a unique addition – the Aquariums DLC. Thanks to this, virtual fishing enthusiasts can now customize intricate aquariums and showcase the fish they’ve caught. Meanwhile, Fishing Adventure now has the Finland Reserve DLC, offering players an entirely new fishing location. Both paid DLCs made their debut on PC on August 14.

Polish company Ultimate Games S.A. is responsible for releasing these DLCs for Ultimate Fishing Simulator and Fishing Adventure. For now, these DLCs are available only for the PC version (on Steam).

Ultimate Fishing Simulator – Aquariums DLC

Ultimate Fishing Simulator is one of the most popular fishing games in recent years and concurrently the highest-rated in its category, boasting a 90% positive rating from over 5,700 reviews on Steam and a Metascore of 70/100. The game offers single-player and multiplayer modes. Ultimate Fishing Simulator is also available in VR.

The Aquariums DLC is the eleventh addition to Ultimate Fishing Simulator, released in 2018. This DLC expands the game with entirely new features. Players can now utilize an entirely new aquarium section where they can collect and display fish they’ve caught. The addition allows players to manage their collection within up to 7 large aquariums. The new options provide significant freedom in customizing the aquariums, including, for instance, selecting the type of water and interior elements.

Ultimate Games S.A. has announced that they are currently working on the next 5 add-ons: Florida, Bow & Trident, Australia, Italy, and Alaska.

Ultimate Fishing Simulator is available on PC (Steam), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.

Ultimate Fishing Simulator – Aquariums DLC (Trailer):

Ultimate Fishing Simulator – Aquariums DLC (Steam):

https://store.steampowered.com/app/940820/Ultimate_Fishing_Simulator__Aquariums_DLC/

Ultimate Fishing Simulator (Steam):

https://store.steampowered.com/app/468920/Ultimate_Fishing_Simulator/

Fishing Adventure: Finland Reserve

Fishing Adventure is a relaxing single-player fishing game based on straightforward principles. Released in 2019, the title currently has an 86% positive rating on Steam, based on nearly 1,200 reviews. Importantly, Fishing Adventure has been optimized to run smoothly on computers with lower technical specifications.

The new DLC takes players to Finland, where they can experience pristine waters and a variety of fish species. The catalog of available fish includes perch, pike-perch (zander), salmon, and brook trout. In the Finland Reserve, players will encounter a unique fishing spot – a lake featuring both sharp, rocky coastlines and tranquil coves.

Fishing Adventure is available on PC (Steam), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.

Fishing Adventure: Finland Reserve (Trailer):

Fishing Adventure: Finland Reserve (Steam):

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2270730/Fishing_Adventure_Finland_Reserve/

Fishing Adventure (Steam):

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1101140/Fishing_Adventure/

The frantic fiends of indie studio Those Awesome Guys are delivering summer madness and mayhem with the new Move or Die ‘Everyone Loves Summer’ update launching today for PlayStation. Two new summer-themed characters make their debut: the always icy cool ChillBill and swimming newbie Flo. New unlockable cosmetics like Sun splatters and Cocktail trail effects spice up the summertime shenanigans.

To celebrate the ‘Everyone Loves Summer’ update, Move or Die is now available for the scorching hot promo price of $3.74 (75% off S.R.P) till the end of August. Grab your shades, lather on the sunscreen, and jump right into the friendship-ruining fun!

Flo keeps it moving with style in the ‘Everyone Loves Summer’ update.

Move or Die is not just the title of the game, but a fundamental gameplay rule: players who fail to move will see their health bar diminish rapidly. Partygoers will battle each other in an ever-growing list of mini-game modes that change every 20-30 seconds. Each challenge has its own outrageous level design and rule set perfect for hours of laughter and good ol’ friendship-destroying fun. Win battles and unlock insane character skins, Mutator game modifiers that dramatically change how mini-games are played, and even crazier game modes. When players are done beating friends on the couch, jump online and challenge others to find out who will rage-quit first.

The Move or Die ‘Everyone Loves Summer’ update is now available on PlayStation. More Move or Die updates are planned for 2023, so stay tuned by visiting www.moveordiegame.com, ‘Like’ the game on Facebook, and follow its development on Twitter @moveordiegame for all the latest news.

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HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – August 16, 2023 – Symphony of War: The Nephilim Saga, the pixel squad-based tactics RPG from developer Dancing Dragon Games and publisher Freedom Games, explores previously untouched territory with the Legends DLC, coming to PCs via Steam Monday, August 28, 2023.

Continue the journeys of fan favorite characters like Antares, Barnabas, and Jaromir from the original campaign. The Symphony of War community previously voted on which characters they’d love to see more of, and Legends offers the chance to wrap up their tales. Journey through eight new chapters, including new level design features throwing a spin on classic gameplay along with 13 brand new unit classes, including the all-powerful Dark Mage, deadly Necromancer, and ferocious War Cat.

Brave a brand-new challenge after completing the main campaign in the New Game+ Mode. After clearing the main game, use the awarded Memory Fragments to bring back units and artifacts from the previous playthrough along with Unique Mercenaries available for some of the newer classes. Combat New Game+’s added difficulty and new changes with the help of an undead army, or see how long units can persevere until they’re fully maxed out.

Channel the power of the undead with the addition of necromancy. Collect Unlife Energy, a new resource accumulated when dealing damage and striking down enemies, to summon an agonizing, adversarial army of nightmares. Replay the Symphony of War campaign to test abilities, find novel ways to win more efficiently, and become an army whose name strikes fear and respect into the hearts of enemies all across Tahnra.

“Enter the world of Tahnra once more and take up arms for more adventures on the battlefield, said Phil Hamilton, Co-Founder of Dancing Dragon Games, “After the incredibly successful shadowdrop of Symphony of War, combatants everywhere can look forward to bigger fights and deeper gameplay with boisterous new classes in the upcoming Legends DLC!”

Symphony of War is available now on Steam and the Epic Game Story in two editions: $19.99 for the standard edition and $34.97 for the Collector’s Edition including the soundtrack, artbook, and strategy guide. Both versions are available in English, French, German, Spanish – Spain, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese – Brazil, and Simplified Chinese. The Legends DLC arrives Monday, August 28, 2023, for $9.99 with English, French, German, Spanish – Spain, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese – Brazil, and Simplified Chinese language support.

To learn more, visit Symphony of War’s official site, join the community on Twitter and Discord, and search #SymphonyOfWar on social media.

About Dancing Dragon Games

Dancing Dragon Games is a two-person development team based in Seattle, Washington. They’ve previously released titles such as Skyborn, Echoes of Aetheria, and Deadly Sin, and their most recent loudly successful launch Symphony of War. The duo works with a number of contractors collaboratively aiming to recreate the same magical feeling that a child feels when they explore a new fantasy world for the first time in every project.

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.

Hunt down tax-evading mutant billionaires and reinvest in society in a narrative action rogue-lite and political sim mashup.

Belfast, Northern Ireland – 16th August 2023. Northern Irish indie developer Outsider Games is thrilled to announce they will be unveiling their latest project Tax-Force, the comic book inspired, narrative action rogue-lite title, on the Indie Arena booth at this year’s Gamescom. The team will be showcasing the first-ever hands-on gameplay of Tax-Force, as well as the chance to meet with the Outsider Games team.Tax-Force will be coming to PC via Steam and is available to Wishlist now. 

Tax-Force is a narrative action rogue-lite that forces the player to weigh up morality-based policies and economic strategy. Its themes deal with the economic and personal effects of government policy and corporate responsibility.

The Galaxy is in debt. In a final, desperate attempt to save the planet from bankruptcy, and prevent the shutdown of Farset13’s Solar Shield, you are invited to lead Tax-Force – an elite department of heavily armed Treasurers granted emergency powers to hunt down billionaire mutant tax evaders. 

You have just 7 days to fight your way through their defences, negotiate repayments and clear the debt directly, or reinvest in your city to grow the economy before the planet burns to a crisp

“Over the last couple of years, we’ve been working on developing our magnum opus, Tax-Force,  which combines the team’s love of 90’s comic books and our disdain for tax-avoiding billionaires” commented Stephen Downey, CEO of Outsider games. “We have been working extremely hard on creating something very special with Tax-Force and we can’t wait to unveil the game on the Indie Arena booth at Gamescom”.

Watch the teaser trailer for Tax-Force here 

Features of Tax-Force

• Melee Combat – a focus on tough, close-range combat, with hand-drawn, rogue-lite biomes that remix with every run. 
• Mutant Powers – Specials inspired by superhero mutant powers. Astral Projection! Metal Man! Optical Blasts!
• Strategy and Morality – Negotiate with targets to affect the economy, narrative and gameplay on each run. Every decision challenges players to choose between sci-fi metaphors for socialist vs capitalist economic policies.
• Rebuild – As you reinvest in society, the gameplay reacts. Price and potency of healing responds to public or private investment in healthcare. Weapons and criminal activity adjust as you increase defence spend, while new bridges and paths appear as you invest in infrastructure. 
• Branching Narrative – Every decision leads to narrative consequences for the Farset13 citizens, as their stories are guided by your choices, and the city organically grows and changes around them.
• Timeloop – Death activates your time-travelling mutant power, sending you back to Day 1, armed with knowledge of your enemies and the consequences of your actions.
• Stunning Visuals – Gorgeous, hand-drawn comic book art style inspired by Jim Lee and 90’s X-men comics. 

Tax-Force will be coming to PC via Steam and is available to Wishlist now . For more information please visit https://outsidergames.com/ 

Tax-Force is Developed with funding from Northern Ireland Screen and with the support of Creative Europe – MEDIA Programme of the European Union

Outsider Games will be hosting media one-to-one demos and interview opportunities on the Indie Arena Booth at Gamescom.

Outsider Games

Outsider Games was founded in 2011 with the goal of combining the narrative heft of the comic book medium with the immersive nature of the game experience.  They have produced narrative indie games to critical acclaim, most notably their musical adventure game, Wailing Heights (PC 2016, Console 2018), and Jennifer Wilde: Unlikely Revolutionaries (PC 2023)

Open World Life Sim Critter Cove Expands its Horizons with Steam Playtest and Gameplay Trailer, Featuring a Brand-New Location 

LONDON, UK — 17 August 2023 – The world of Critter Cove just got bigger! Gentleman Rat, in collaboration with tinyBuild, has announced signups are open for the free closed beta on Steam in September. Gamers can also explore the brand-new gameplay trailer featuring the newest location in Critter Cove, the mysterious botanical biome. 

Eli Holding Lead Designer said: “While Critter Cove revolves around a tropical setting, there’s more than just beaches and palm groves to explore. We believe in offering a unique touch to every biome and the latest island, once a flourishing horticultural sanctuary, has evolved into something intriguing after centuries of abandonment.” 

To fuel the adventurous spirit of players, both the new island and the wider world of Critter Cove will be available to explore for free via the Steam Playtest in September. Players can sign up for the closed beta through the game’s Steam page here. 

Step into the charming realm of Critter Cove, a world teeming with vibrancy and warmth. Here, players are granted the power to revitalize a neglected town, renovate shops, and open new community spaces by diving for treasures and exploring the island. Alongside this, form heart-warming connections with a diverse cast of characters, comprising adorable animal townsfolk. 

Players can unearth hidden treasures as they salvage discarded items and transform them into cherished artefacts. They can explore the intricacies of an open world that stretches across land and beneath the waves while adding a personal touch to their home and wardrobe. Whether looking for relaxation or daring escapades, players can embrace the cozy island lifestyle of Critter Cove setting their own pace for adventures. 

For influencers and press, advanced preview builds are up for grabs now. Furthermore, Critter Cove will be making its debut gameplay showcase at Gamescom.

Critter Cove Features: 

• Rebuild the town of Critter Cove, unlock new buildings and create a thriving community. 
• Relaxing activities and quests. 
• The ability to craft weird and wonderful items from scavenged resources. 
• The chance to forge new relationships with eclectic characters. 
• Exploring a gorgeous open world for relics and shipwrecked Critters.
• The opportunity to recruit and build homes for adorable animal townsfolk.
• An option to dive deep into the ocean for mysterious ruins and ancient technology.
• The flexibility to play as a human or animal character, personalizing their home and wardrobe. 

Critter Cove offers a heart-warming and cozy gaming experience, perfect for all ages. Critter Cove is entering Steam early access later this year and will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox platforms in 2024. 

About Gentlemen Rat
Founded in 2014, Gentleman Rat is the brainchild of the dynamic trio – brothers Eli and Jason Holding, with the artistic prowess of Christine Chugon. After enchanting mobile gamers with Peggoo Pop and Blocktagon, the team now sails towards their most ambitious project yet – Critter Cove. 

About tinyBuild
A titan in the gaming realm, tinyBuild is on a mission to cultivate timeless gaming franchises. With an astounding portfolio of 70+ titles, including renowned names like Hello Neighbor and Graveyard Keeper, the company boasts a global network of development studios.

CCP Games Veteran-led Development Studio Arctic Theory Unveils Rebrand and New Website, Introduces Official Name and Details for Genre-Bending MMO ‘Pioneers of New Dawn’ Previously Announced as Codename ‘Annex’ in Late 2022.

• Founded in 2020, the studio is helmed by CCP Games and Electronic Arts vets
• Previous titles worked on include EVE Online,The Sims franchise and more
• Pioneers of New Dawn will feature ambitious and unique world-building
• Further information on closed alpha date will be announced in Q4 2023

Hafnarfjörður, Iceland, August 16 | 2023 — Arctic Theory, founded by industry veterans with decades of experience creating some of the most iconic and ambitious multiplayer games enjoyed by millions worldwide, announces the official name of its forthcoming MMO previously known as Codename: Annex – Pioneers of New Dawn.

Official synopsis: Pioneers of New Dawn (PoND) is a sandbox MMO set in the persistent world of New Dawn, a planet finally rejuvenated centuries after a global ecological disaster. It beckons Pioneers, the optimistic descendants of its former inhabitants, urging them to return and embark on a journey of exploration, surveying remnants of a bygone era and rebuilding society in balance with the ever-evolving environment. From establishing outposts and trade networks to creating thriving colonies, they endeavor to leave their mark on New Dawn, writing a bright, new chapter for humanity – together.

Arctic Theory will implement a deliberate launch strategy, introducing the vital game loops for PoND via a closed alpha phase, the official date of which will be announced in Q1 2023. This approach will provide players with a robust introduction to the game world and a clear understanding of its foundational mechanics, including exploration, surveying, and settlement building. As development progresses, the team will carefully incorporate new and increasingly ambitious features leading to the full release.

Gísli Konráðsson, Creative Director and Co-Founder, elaborates on the studio’s approach, stating, “There’s a trend in our industry of making grand announcements about groundbreaking features and immersive world-building mechanics in games that often fall short at launch, especially in the MMO genre. While our approach for the rollout of Pioneers of New Dawn may not be groundbreaking, it is designed to deliver on our promises from day one, and allows players to experience the game as it grows and evolves. Furthermore, our strategy prioritizes providing authentic opportunities for feedback, and offering a transparent timeline for development milestones so players feel both informed and confident that PoND will deliver on its goals.”

As a step in this process, Arctic Theory has revamped and relaunched its official website. The redesign features a dedicated section for dev blogs, studio news, and video content. It also offers a newsletter sign-up for those interested in keeping up-to-date with the latest information about Pioneers of New Dawn’s launch, playtesting, and ongoing development. Additionally, those who sign up for the newsletter will be granted special offers, exclusive invitations to in-game events, and priority selection for the PoND pre-alpha.

Publicist and Brand Manager, Dustin Hucks, emphasizes the studio’s core principles of transparency and open dialogue. He states, “Our objective is a constant flow of information to players and media about Pioneers of New Dawn from now until its full release. We’ll provide regular updates that include 3D assets, gameplay animations, snippets, content schedules, team interviews, blogs, and multiple avenues for community feedback. The aim is to ensure everyone is  well-informed of our progress, the timing of our actions, and the principles guiding our decisions.“

The studio caps off its announcement by revealing a new company logo, featuring an icon of the unique Icelandic landscape – the Arctic fox. 

Concludes Gísli, “Our logo holds both personal significance to us and will hopefully be recognized as a symbol of innovation in the MMO genre in due time.That aspiration begins with Pioneers of New Dawn. We’re thrilled to invite everyone on this journey with us.“

ABOUT ARCTIC THEORY

Arctic Theory was founded in the summer of 2020 by game industry veterans. Having previously worked together on some of the most ambitious multiplayer games in the last decades, our mission is to push the boundaries of multiplayer gaming. Our work is centered around collaboration, creativity and community – taking aspects from traditional MMOs and social networks to bring a new, evolved experience to the multiplayer genre.

London (August 16, 2023) Suit up, Exofighters! Today, the expansive armory of Exoprimal™ is getting even bigger with the launch of Title Update 1 across Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows, with Xbox Game Pass for console, PC, and Cloud, and on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and PC via Steam. This free content update bolsters the online team-based action game’s growing arsenal with 10 new Exosuit variants and over 30 Modules. Alongside all this new dino-slaying technology, Title Update 1 includes a free Skywave “Egret” skin to commemorate the milestone of more than one million players joining the wargames.

Exosuit variants are equipped with unique weapon loadouts that contrast with the standard models. These alterations change the effective combat range of suits and provide more freedom of choice, allowing Exofighters to discover fresh playstyles and develop entirely new strategies.

The 10 Alpha variant Exosuits are available now and include:

• Deadeye Alpha: Burst Fire – This model sports a shotgun with a short-range spread that focuses into a five-shot burst while aiming down sights, offering offensive options for any distance.
• Zephyr Alpha: Energy Chakram – Unlike its melee-focused counterpart, this Zephyr aims to keep a distance from foes, as its projectiles grow more powerful in mid-range fights.
• Barrage Alpha: Rocket Hop – This model packs a rocket launcher, which can be charged to deal more damage and cause explosions that also allow it to leap high into the air.
• Vigilant Alpha: Marksman – The highly maneuverable Marksman wields a semi-auto rifle that spits a stream of single-fire projectiles. One out of every few shots also packs an extra punch!  
• Roadblock Alpha: Fortress Shield​​ – This Roadblock variant features an arm-mounted shotgun and a detachable shield, which enables it to defend one area while fighting in another.
• Krieger Alpha: Charge Shotgun​​ – This model trades its minigun for a chargeable shotgun that can fire wide-range scatter shots or powerful compressed blasts that will send foes flying.
• Murasame Alpha: Frost Glaive – The Frost Glaive unleashes a counterattack that emits waves of ice and freezes enemies in their tracks, making them vulnerable to follow-up attacks.
• Witchdoctor Alpha: Duality Beam​​ – This suit fires energy beams that heal allies and harm foes. The longer a beam connects with its target, the stronger its effect becomes.
• Skywave Alpha: Thunder Clap​​ – This model summons lightning from above to paralyze its foes. These bolts can also be charged to hail down powerful targeted strikes.
• Nimbus Alpha: Double Barrel – Brandishing two types of shotguns, this variant can both heal and deal damage with a sizable spread shot that gets more potent at close range.

These Exosuit variants are playable in both the main game mode, Dino Survival, and Savage Gauntlet, the 5-player co-op time-attack mode that introduces new challenges each week. Alpha variant Exosuits can be unlocked for free in-game by leveling up the base versions of the Exosuits to suit level 20.

Alongside the new armor, Title Update 1 includes 34 more Modules that allow Exofighters to customize how their Exosuits perform on the battlefield. Some of these additional Modules can be equipped by any Exosuit, whereas others are designed for use with specific models or variants.

Title Update 1 also features a free Exosuit Decal celebrating the collaboration with J-pop group Da-iCE, who produced the song “Funky Jumping” for Exoprimal. A “Funky Dance” emote will also be released in the next title update this October, allowing Exofighters to break out dance moves from the music video.

Beyond Title Update 1, Capcom is supporting Exoprimal with free content updates each season. Season 2 arrives in October 2023 and will include a new map, mission type, Rigs, Modules, and the highly anticipated Street Fighter™ 6 collaboration. In January 2024, Season 3 will feature Beta variant Exosuits, a new Neo Triceratops boss enemy, a Monster Hunter™ crossover, and more. Please stay tuned for more information on upcoming updates in the future.

About Exoprimal

Exoprimal, the online team-based action game from Capcom, has welcomed over one million players since launch on July 14, 2023. Set in 2040, the title pits pilots with futuristic Exosuit technology against history’s most ferocious beasts – dinosaurs – in wargames devised by the A.I. Leviathan. In the main mode, Dino Survival, teams of five race to complete missions while battling swarms of dinosaurs. Each match is different from the last, and players can swap between Exosuits at any time to change their tactics as new challenges arise. Along the way, players will unlock story sequences and earn rewards to customize their Exosuits. Exoprimal is out now for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam. It is also available with Xbox Game Pass for console, PC, and Cloud.

About Capcom

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan.

Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil and Street Fighter are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries, in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

Today, 2K introduced new gameplay enhancements coming to NBA 2K24. Spanning intuitive offense, skill-based defense, coaching, Takeovers and more, new gameplay innovations focus on delivering an elevated basketball experience for all. 

“Our commitment to evolving the NBA 2K experience based on community feedback is a big reason why dedicated players and basketball fans have continued to play the game for the past 25 years,” said Mike Wang, Gameplay Director at Visual Concepts. “We’ve delivered NBA 2K24 gameplay enhancements that are more skill-based and intuitive, accelerating the gameplay experience for the entire community.”

Gameplay innovations featured in NBA 2K24 include: 

• Intuitive offense: Shooting and dribbling are more accessible and intuitive than ever before, enabling players of all skill levels to flourish on the court. The moves have been customised and improved to serve any difficulty, and the ability to initiate electrifying dribbling sequences will help players create more space for high percentage shots. 
• Skill-based defense: Counter moves are big in NBA 2K24. Perimeter and paint defense are both more effective and reward players for anticipating and making good reads.
• Adrenaline Boosts: Redesigned to make both offense and defense more engaging. Elite ball handlers will find more freedom to create while effective defenders can impact shooting abilities by locking ball handlers down.   
• Coach with ease: 2K Smart Play is back on New Gen to help players streamline their offense, defense, and coaching to make it easy to call plays. Choose up to 16 preferred actions ranging from full plays to isolations and give-and-gos. 
• Takeovers: Takeover returns for New Gen consoles in NBA 2K24 but with a new twist. Fill up the Takeover meter and then choose to activate either your Finishing, Shooting, Playmaking, Physicals, Defense and Rebounding abilities. 

For full details check out the Courtside Report. Stay tuned for upcoming announcements in the coming weeks to reveal even more of what’s new in the next version of the world’s best-selling NBA basketball simulation video game.

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 NBA 2K24 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 publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

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Overnight, Xbox announced several new titles coming to Xbox Game Pass on console, PC and cloud beginning today including:

• Week of August 14: 

• Everspace 2, Available today (Cloud and Xbox Series X|S)
• Firewatch, August 17 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, August 18 (Cloud, Console, and PC)

• Week of August 28:
  • Sea of Stars, August 29 (Console and PC)

• Week of September 4: 
• Gris, September 5 (Cloud, Console, and PC)

We also announced new Xbox Game Ultimate Perks, which includes in-game content for Overwatch 2, Madden NFL 24, and Fallout 76. Additionally, Game Pass members can save up to 10% on the Starfield Premium Edition Upgrade and play up to 5-days early starting September 1 on Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC.

For more details on the new games joining Xbox Game Pass this month, available Perks and Quest updates, check out Xbox Wire here.

At Xbox, we are invested in improving the player experience and ensuring our platform is safe, inclusive and welcoming for all players. One of the most common questions we get from players is how repeated enforcements impact gameplay and how they escalate. To help address this, we announced an enforcement strike system via Xbox Wire today. The system attaches strikes to every enforcement, ranging in severity based on the inappropriate activity.

As always, when a player believes they have witnessed a violation of Xbox’s Community Standards, we encourage them to report it. The Xbox Safety team reviews all reports to determine whether or not a violation occurred. If they determine it has, the player receives an enforcement. With the new system, enforcements will include strikes based on the severity of their actions. For example, a player that has received two strikes will be suspended from the platform for one day, whereas a player that receives four strikes will be suspended for seven days. Players have a total of eight strikes and, once reached, will be suspended from Xbox’s social features like messaging, parties and party chat, multiplayer and others for one year from the enforcement date.

Each player will have a view of their enforcement history including strikes and the overall impact these have on their player record. This revised system gives players a better understanding of enforcement severity and the cumulative effect of multiple enforcements. We’ll share data and updates in our bi-annual Transparency Report.

Please visit the Xbox Wire blog for more information and for additional info, an FAQ page will go live later today.