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EXPERIENCE ALL-STAR FAMILY FUN WITH TWO NEW DREAMWORKS ANIMATION-INSPIRED VIDEO GAMES FOR CONSOLES AND PC COMING SOON

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Gear up for high-speed fun with fan-favorite DreamWorks Animation characters in DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing – Embark on an exciting, interactive adventure with the beloved Trolls in DreamWorks Trolls Remix Rescue.

MINNEAPOLIS – July 25, 2023 – Fan-favorite DreamWorks Animation characters are coming home in a big way with two new exciting video games for consoles and PC from GameMill Entertainment created in collaboration with Universal Games and Digital Platforms: DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing and DreamWorks Trolls Remix Rescue! Both titles will launch separately on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC via Steam coming soon.

DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing

Twenty of the most iconic DreamWorks Animation characters take the wheel in the fast-paced world of kart racing in DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing! Shift, drift and jump at high speeds across a variety of fantastical tracks inspired by DreamWorks Animation’s many fan-favorite films. Blaze past the competition in fun and hilarious action for players of all ages with solo as well as online and local split-screen multiplayer modes.

Key Game Features

  • All-Star Racing Roster: Hit the kartway with 20 fan-favorite DreamWorks Animation characters, including Shrek, Po, Tigress, Boss Baby, Puss in Boots, Hiccup, Astrid and many more!
  • 20 Awesome Karts: Each character boasts their own uniquely styled kart to race. Players can put their own twist on each ride with hundreds of customizable parts and accessory combinations.
  • Race Through Iconic Locations: Players will be transported into fantastical worlds as they traverse through tracks inspired by locations from beloved DreamWorks Animation films including: The Kingdom of Far Far Away from Shrek, Bergen town from Trolls, Spirit Realm from Kung Fu Panda, Baby Corp from The Boss Baby, New York City Zoo from Madagascar, and many more!​
  • Harness the Power of Magic Paths: Players can hit magical switches on the track to uncover hidden shortcuts. They can extend these magical paths by hitting more switches in series!
  • Trolls Join the Crew: Poppy, Branch, Barb, Cooper and others from the colorful world of DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls are players’ rockin’ hosts for each race, helping out with their power-up potential. Players can collect Trolls to ride along with them throughout each race for special surprises!
  • Compete in a Variety of Game Modes: Players will be able to feel the excitement in Free Race, Cups, Challenge, or Time Trial game modes, and take on family and friends in eight-person online and four-player local split-screen multiplayer action.

DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing is available to preorder now at major retailers for $39.99. Coming later will be a Digital Deluxe Edition that will allow players to shift to the highest gear with the full base game, two exclusive characters, plus two exclusive karts, all for $49.99. Fan-favorites Master Oogway from DreamWorks’ Kung Fu Panda and Wolf from DreamWorks’ Puss In Boots: The Last Wish will be the two exclusive characters in the Digital Deluxe Edition with their respective unique personalities and characteristics reflected in the designs of the two exclusive karts.

DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing is published by GameMill Entertainment and developed by Bamtang Games in collaboration with Universal Games and Digital Platforms.

DreamWorks Trolls Remix Rescue

Only players can save the Trolls Kingdom from calamity in DreamWorks Trolls Remix Rescue! Players will travel across the magical world of Trolls, from Poppy & Branch’s Pop Village to Barb’s Volcano Rock City and Cooper’s Vibe City, all to stop a melodic mastermind who’s trying to alter the Trolls’ musical harmony forever. They’ll be able to play as beloved Trolls characters like Poppy, Branch and more. Players can also create their own Troll to jump, explore, dance, and master the art of “Hair-Jitsu”!

Key Game Features

  • Play as the Trolls: Choose from fan-favorite characters like Poppy, Branch, Guy Diamond and more on a magical journey across the Trolls Kingdom.
  • Customize a Troll: Players can create, customize, and play as their own Troll with a variety of hairstyles, facial features, outfits and more!
  • Learn the Art of Hair-Jitsu: Players can use their Troll’s hair to whip at enemies, twirl it to rise up and hover like a helicopter, and use it to grab, carry, swing, throw, and smash objects along an exciting quest.​
  • Musical Mayhem: Compete to the beat in rhythm-based mini-games while solving fun and challenging environmental puzzles to unlock special new items and abilities.
  • Share the Fun with Friends: Play solo or together with friends in local co-op for up to four players.
  • Move to the Beat of the Trolls: The game soundtrack features music from DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls film franchise, such as “Get Back Up Again,” “Hair Up,” and more!

DreamWorks Trolls Remix Rescue is available to preorder now for $49.99 at major retailers. Fans can also look forward to a Digital Deluxe Edition to be announced at a later date that will include the base game plus additional playable content.

DreamWorks Trolls Remix Rescue is published by GameMill Entertainment and developed by Petit Fabrik, the studio behind the award-winning 3D platformer Kukoos: Lost Pets, in collaboration with Universal Games and Digital Platforms.

DreamWorks All-Star Kart Racing (c) 2023 DreamWorks Animation LLC. DreamWorks Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, The Boss Baby, Madagascar, How to Train Your Dragon, Puss in Boots, Trolls (c) 2023 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.

DreamWorks Trolls Remix Rescue (c) 2023 DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.

About DreamWorks Animation’s TROLLS

Trolls is one of the most beloved global entertainment brands of today. With award-winning music, heartwarming humor and stories and characters that champion community, inclusion and kindness, the franchise includes feature films– 2016’s Trolls and 2020’s Trolls World Tour starring Anna Kendrick, Justin Timberlake and a dynamic cast of actors and musical artists — as well as two original TV series, digital content, videos games and more. Vibrant and groundbreaking in its design, Trolls has inspired live-entertainment touring shows, Universal Studios Parks’ attractions across the globe, as well as high-fashion collaborations, toys, lifestyle collections and more. Upcoming for the franchise, DreamWorks Animation is debuting an all-new feature film, Trolls Band Together.

About Universal Games and Digital Platforms

Universal’s Games and Digital Platforms group leverages the vast portfolio of IP and characters from NBCUniversal. The Games and Digital Platforms group is a business unit of Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E), which is chartered with globally expanding the company’s intellectual properties, franchises, characters and stories through innovative physical and digital products, engaging retail and product experiences across our expansive global theme park destinations (for both owned and 3rd party IP), location-based venues, e-commerce product platforms, and retailers around the world. Along with global brand strategy and creative, UP&E’s three lines of business include Consumer Products, Games and Digital Platforms, as well as Theme Parks Products & Retail. The company’s extensive portfolio includes properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation, and NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. UP&E is part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. www.universalproductsexperiences.com.

About GameMill Entertainment

GameMill Entertainment, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a third-party publisher of console and mobile games for passionate fans around the world. Development platforms include PC, Nintendo Switch, Microsoft consoles including the Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, Sony consoles including the PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®4, and mobile devices. With development across the globe, GameMill is a source of entertaining and fun games for all ages. For more information, visit https://gamemill.com, as well as Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.

This August tear reality asunder with first ever public hands-on demo for Mandragora at Gamescom

Philip Federico
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Marvelous Europe today confirmed that Mandragora, the highly anticipated action-RPG with Metroidvania and Soulslike elements, will be available to play on the Gamescom show floor, 23-27 August, in Cologne, Germany. Those visiting the show can look forward to time with the demo at Koelnmesse’s Hall 8.1, booth C-020.

Developed by Primal Game Studio and published by Marvelous Europe, Mandragora is a challenging, but rewarding 2.5D side-scroller coming to Windows PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch.

To be kept up to date please wishlist Mandragora on Steam, visit the game’s official website or the @MandragoraGame channels on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and join the Discord server here.

GUARDIAN TALES CELEBRATES THIRD ANNIVERSARY WITH FREE SUMMONS AND A NEW HERO

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Hit RPG marks major milestones with exciting events, rare rewards, and a big birthday makeover!

Amsterdam, The Netherlands | July 25, 2023 — Kakao Games is excited to announce a series of celebratory events filled with plentiful rewards and the new hero, Baby Dokkaebi Eunha, to mark the 3rd anniversary of the hit RPG, Guardian Tales.

Fan favourite character Little Princess will now have new interactions for players to discover within Heavenhold castle as it undergoes an anniversary-themed makeover to celebrate the momentous occasion. Players will also be treated to a brand new visual novel ‘Hide-and-Seek.’

But that’s not all! From today until August 7 Guardian Tales will offer 10 free summons per day with a total of 130 free summons available during this event. These summons will help unlock heroes including the brand new character, Baby Dokkaebi Eunha, who embarks on a journey to find her mother who was separated after their village was attacked.

Players can complete in-game challenges during a special Roadmap event to obtain the Super Costume Dark Hunter Garam, Epic Limit Breaking Hammer, Unique Hero Miya, and a whole host of other unique and special items. Fans can also expect a series of additional community events to be held via the official Guardian Tales social media channels (Twitter, Facebook and Discord) where even more rewards will be up for grabs!

Key Links

Guardian Tales is available to download for free via the store page links below. Here you will also find the game’s official social media pages to find out more about updates and future events.

About Guardian Tales 

Guardian Tales is a new game from Kong Studios that unites charming pixel art graphics and action-adventure dungeon crawling linked together by a journey travelling a rich diversity of worlds, inspired by the history of gaming. 

About Kong Studios

Kong Studios, Inc. is a startup headquartered in Silicon Valley of the U.S. The studio focuses on developing games with unique and new gameplay perspectives. The studio has so far released Dungeon Link and is now working on Guardian Tales for worldwide service. 

About Kakao Games

Founded in 2016, Kakao Games is a leading publisher of online and mobile games, responsible for releasing titles including: Pearl Abyss’ Black Desert Online (serviced in North America and Europe until early 2021), KRAFTON’s PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (serviced in Korea), ArcheAge, Survival MOBA Eternal Return (serviced in North America, Europe and Oceania), Kong Studios’ Guardian Tales (serviced in North America, Europe, Latin America and Oceania), Cygames’ World Flipper and XLGAMES’ Moonlight Sculptor (serviced in North America and Europe).

Starfield Animated Anthology Videos Introduce ‘The Settled Systems’

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Starfield Animated Anthology Videos Introduce ‘The Settled Systems’

Bethesda has released an anthology set of videos for their upcoming game Starfield that they call “The Settled Systems” which are meant to serve as something of a light introduction to some of the game’s major cities and a few factions that they will deal with when the game arrives on September 6th fort the Xbox Series X/S and PC.

The first video is called Supra Et Ultra and in the city of New Atlantis, capital of the United Colonies, a courier pilot named Kent aspires to live in the most desirable part of the Settled Systems. After joining the UC Vanguard and working his way up to the Capital’s elite, Kent quickly realizes the adventures waiting for him off-planet are what he truly longed for.

The second video, “Where Hope is Built” focuses on Vanna—an Akila City orphan of the famous Colony Wars—desperately wants to explore the stars, and only one thing is standing in her way: a working ship. Her search for repair parts leads her throughout the city, and into some unexpected danger, as she closes in on her dream.

Finally we have The Hand that Feeds, following the tale of two Neon street rats, Ada and Harper, are partners in crime eking out a living stealing from the wealthy partygoers that come to the “pleasure city” to let loose. When Ada is forced into a moral dilemma, she quickly catches the attention of the all-seeing Ryujin industries, bringing her an exciting new opportunity. But at what cost?

Exoprimal Review

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Exoprimal Review

Exoprimal

Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom
Platforms: Xbox One, Playstation 4, PC, Playstation 5, Xbox Series X|S (Reviewed)
Release Date: Available Now
Price: $59.99 USD – Available Here $89.95 AUD – Available Here

Overview

For quite a few years now Capcom has been looking for a multiplayer experience to gain traction and while their previous undertakings with the Resident Evil series have resulted in some less than stellar results, the fairly consistent requests from fans for a Dino Crisis revival has pointed the company in a different direction. No, of course this isn’t a Dino Crisis remake, but Capcom has chosen to focus nearly entirely on Jurassic combat with their latest co-op multiplayer shooter, Exoprimal. With plenty of mech suits to try, dinosaurs to battle against as well as other players, and surprisingly even a storyline to go with it, is Exoprimal a possible multiplayer success for Capcom?

Story

Players take on the role of a freshly recruited exofighter pilot nicknamed Ace who has been assigned to the Hammerhead squadron and given the special task of investigating the events that transpired on the long destroyed island of Bikitoa. Three years prior gigantic vortexes formed across the island, and have spread throughout the world, spilling both normal dinosaurs and enhanced versions into the world and it all seemed to kick off right there on this island. After crash landing on the island, Ace finds themselves forcefully recruited by the rogue AI Leviathan to participate in their wargames against the dinosaurs and other exofighters in the search for the best combat data.

Surprisingly not only is Leviathan capable of transporting Ace back into the past right at the height of the dinosaur outbreak on the island, it is also capable of bringing pilots from across different dimensions to do battle against the dinosaur threat and each other, seeking the best data available for an unknown end. It is up to Ace to work with their Hammerhead team, interdimensional counterparts, and more to try and uncover Leviathan’s plans and the secrets behind these dinosaur outbreaks in what ends up becoming a B-level sci-fi storyline that is far more enjoyable than it has any right to be thanks to its charming cast and interesting ideas.

Exoprimal‘s storyline is an entertaining one and also works quite well with the way the game is structured. As players take part in matches, whether they win or lose, they will make progress in the game’s storyline. This can sometimes mean an entire cutscene with characters talking, making wisecracks, and even interacting with alternate versions of themselves from separate timelines, to simply still images that are then given full voiced descriptions that help flesh out the plot and what is happening in the world of the game. Not only does the storyline contain quite a few surprising reveals and some nice little twists here and there, it also serves as a great reward for playing the game as players will often be able to uncover more of the story alongside their standard battle rewards, at least until the main storyline reaches its conclusion of course and unlocks a yet to be available gameplay mode called Savage Gauntlet..

Gameplay

All combat in Exoprimal takes place in teams of five with the two teams competing against one another in all but one specific game mode. Players can choose to take part in matchmaking that will either automatically search for a PVP based match that will place them in direct competition with the other team during the final objective or a PVE based one that will only offer minor interference through a Dominator. A third, far more valuable option, is letting the game randomly select either of these modes for you and the reason this is actually worth doing is that selecting a random match type will provide a small but notable XP boost to the player’s final score, helping them not only level up their base account level, but also advance along the battle pass and level up their Exosuits faster.

For the most part, each match in Exoprimal will feature the same style of combat with each team of five taking part in wave based combat against a large number of dinosaurs, with more types of dinosaurs and far more dangerous ones appearing as players continue to play the game. The competition here involves “culling” enough of the required dinosaurs fast enough to move onto the next target before the enemy team does, with Leviathan chiming in to tell players whether or not their team is in the lead or falling behind. Once all of the standard missions are completed, the entire team will find itself transported to take on a final objective and the faster they reach this area, the more advantage they will have during the final objective. 

This is where PVP or PVE elements will come into play as these final missions can allow for direct combat with the enemy team alongside the standard waves of dinosaurs to slay while completing the final objective. Sometimes the final objective is simply guarding and escorting a data key (payload) while protecting it from dinosaurs and the enemy team, chasing down a fleeing large dinosaur such as a Triceratops and killing it, controlling certain points on the map, item gathering, and more to provide some extra variety during these final confrontations. That being said, while these modes do offer a decent amount of variety through the first few hours of gameplay, they quickly begin to feel similar long before players even complete the main storyline let alone afterwards, especially since the initial rush to the final mission often plays out the same way every time. It is also worth noting that while game modes are planned to be added post-launch, with the first arriving on July 28th, the modes available now are anemic to say the least.

The actual combat in Exoprimal is fast paced, varied, and incredibly engaging thanks to responsive controls and a number of highly enjoyable Exosuits to choose from. Each of the suits available in the game is broken down into three separate categories, Offense, Tank, and Support though even then the way each Exosuit can play can be highly different from another in the same class. One such Tank Suit can deploy a shield that allies can fire through and even bash anything in front of it while another Tank class suit will wield a massive sword to parry, counter, and slash through enemies with ease transforming into a blend of tank and offense. Along these same lines, support Exosuits can focus primarily on healing or buffing others, with one suit capable of flying as well as locking down targets and another capable of dealing plenty of damage while also healing allies by swapping between damaging and healing bullets.

The amount of variety in the way different Exosuits play can make for some incredibly interesting team combinations that can power through the dinosaur threat with ease and when a well-oiled team is moving through challenges, taking down a T-Rex or modified dinosaur is an absolute blast. Movement options feel fast and easy to handle and even reviving fallen teammates is a fairly quick affair, especially with a certain Exosuit that can send out a hologram to revive others. This level of gameplay in the PVE experience is a true delight and can make it easy to sink hours into dino slaying while completing tasks. The same cannot quite be said about the PVP experience unfortunately. As mentioned before, during PVP matches the final objective will place players into the same map, allowing them to fight against one another at the same time they complete objectives. Unfortunately while the game feels properly balanced when it comes to taking on dinosaurs, the balance in PVP is incredibly poor to the point that it makes some Exosuits feel completely useless regardless of their loadout. It is entirely possible to swap between the suit players are using between deaths but not only does this take time, it also leaves the rest of the team scrambling should they find their well-balanced dino slaying team suddenly being wiped by an entire offensive team capable of one-shotting support units and even blasting through a tank’s shield.

On the other side of things, both during PVP matches as well as PVE matches players can find themselves being offered a Dominator. This Dominator will remove its user from the current fight and instead place them in control of an extremely powerful dinosaur capable of unleashing havoc on the enemy team in either gameplay mode. Using the dominator is a very enjoyable experience on either side of the fight, as taking on an intelligent dinosaur controlled by another player feels like a proper challenge while tearing through an enemy team yourself is always a delight. As a result, it often feels like Exoprimal’s primary development cycle was meant to be a PVE experience with some minor interfering through the Dominator, especially thanks to a certain special late-game mode that was then forced to incorporate PVP elements as well, leading to some unbalanced mechanics and a game that feels like it would be far more enjoyable simply being a team-based shooter taking on waves of dinosaurs and gigantic Jurassic creatures only.

As mentioned earlier, one of the reasons players may want to play a randomly chosen match is to gain an experience boost. This applies not only to suits that players will fight with, that then unlock additional modules that can provide various boosts to movement speed, healing, status’, etc. but also their character level and battle pass level. The various items players obtain both through battle passes and chests obtained from leveling are purely cosmetic but it is worth noting that the basic skins and paintjobs in the base experience are incredibly bland, especially compared to what is on offer in the premium battle pass.

Visuals & Audio

Capcom has done a rather amazing job making sure that Exoprimal both looks and ruins impressively no matter what type of action is happening on screen. Players and their team can be battling against waves of raptors while a T. Rex tears through the field and the title will continue to run smoothly. The designs of the dinosaurs are about what players should expect and are impressive in size when players battle larger dinosaurs while the various Exosuits that can be equipped are nicely designed with plenty of little details. As mentioned earlier, the skins available in the generic battle pass and through standard rewards are unfortunately a bit on the simple side, though the premium battle pass does feature some impressive looking skin variations if players are willing to spend a bit extra.

The game features a fairly impressive voice cast, though Leviathan’s voice work as an AI is a bit too generic at times. It is also nice to note that thanks to the game featuring alternate universes there is plenty of room for these voice actors to experiment a bit and it can be a real treat during cutscenes. The soundtrack and sound effects are also handled okay, with dinosaur roars matching what players would expect.

Overall

Exoprimal features well-balanced and exciting co-op action with plenty of variety in Exosuits spread across the three primary classes and taking down dinosaurs, be it waves of raptors and towering carnivores to rampaging triceratops and pteranodons, as a team makes for exhilarating gameplay. Unfortunately not only is the game a bit on the bare bones side here at launch but it feels like the PVP elements were either forced in last second or simply poorly balanced to the point that direct team confrontations can feel entirely out of place in what is otherwise a nicely designed packaged that perhaps would be best offered solely as a PVE experience.

Capsule Computers review guidelines can be found here.

The Smurfs 2 – The Prisoner of the Green Stone unveils itself in a new video

Philip Federico
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Discover the exclusive skin available in the launch bonuses for the Nintendo Switch edition!

Sydney, Australia, 25th July, 2023 – Publisher Microids and IMPS have unveiled a new video for the 3D adventure/platform video game, The Smurfs 2 – The Prisoner of the Green Stone. Premiered at San Diego Comic Con on July 22nd, this new video reveals new environments and the evil Stolas!

Watch the new trailer here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hl1n3OraKg0

Developed by OSome Studio, The Smurfs 2 – The Prisoner of the Green Stone is an all-new story releasing November 2nd, 2023, both in retail and digital versions for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Players wishing to purchase the Nintendo Switch edition will benefit from exclusive launch bonuses:

  • A skin for the squad
  • 2 lithographs
  • A stickers sheet
  • A poster
  • The digital soundtrack

About The Smurfs 2 – The Prisoner of the Green Stone:

Handy Smurf has created a revolutionary invention: SmurfoMix! However, it’s missing a key ingredient, the Green Stone, which lays in the greedy clutches of Gargamel.

He sets off on a mission to retrieve the famous Green Stone, a key ingredient that would greatly help him improve his invention, from Gargamel’s laboratory. But a fatal misstep causes it to explode, its fragments scattering throughout the Cursed Land. In addition to unleashing into the wild its incredible powers to copy and decompose matter, the Green Stone has set free the evil Stolas, a new order bent on creating a reign of terror.

A crack team of four Smurfs must then adventure to save the Cursed Land from the mighty Stolas! Well equipped, the Smurfs can count on the SmurfoMix and an unexpected ally… Gargamel himself!

Key features:

  • Meet the team of four iconic Smurfs: Handy, Brainy, Dimwitty, and Smurfstorm.
  • An accessible and intuitive gameplay that will delight both Smurf fans and action/platforming fans.
  • Enjoy dynamic gameplay with exploration, platforming, and even more intense combat thanks to the SmurfoMix!
  • For the first time in a video game, collaborate with Gargamel! Use his teleporters to travel through the Cursed Land and discover three brand new unexplored regions.
  • Collect various resources to improve the Smurfomix throughout your adventure!
  • Embark on the adventure with a friend or family partner in co-op mode.
  • A new story which respects the license, set in a beautiful, well-crafted colourful universe!

The Smurfs 2 – The Prisoner of the Green Stone will be available on November 2nd, 2023 both in retail and digital versions for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

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2023 marks the Smurfs’ 65th anniversary! Stay tuned for upcoming cool Smurfs-related news by following them on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or by checking out their website!

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The Smurfs: www.smurf.com

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About Microids

Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Revolution Software, Sloclap, Oddworld Inhabitants, Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Go Nagai, Charles Cecil, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset…), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.

About Peyo, IMPS (International Merchandising Promotions & Services)

IMPS is the world license holder for The Smurfs. Ever since its establishment in 1984, IMPS has worked closely with its teams worldwide to develop with success many merchandising programs, retail operations, publishing activities, broadcasting offers, theme parks, shows, video games, online games, official Smurfs license soundtrack… All of which played a part in the global success of the franchise. IMPS is managed by Véronique Culliford, Pierre Culliford’s daughter, the Smurfs’s creator, better known by his pseudonym Peyo.

©2023 Microids SA. All rights reserved. Developed by Osome Studio. Edited by Microids SA. All rights reserved.

World’s First Pizza-Scented Controller from Xbox & Paramount Pictures’ “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem”

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Can you smell pizza? Together with Paramount Pictures, Xbox is celebrating the return of the iconic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to the big screen with the world’s first pizza-scented controller. That’s not a typo – you can smell delicious New York ‘za while playing the fearless foursome’s latest gaming adventures in anticipation of “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.” Partnership details include: 

Sweepstakes for Pizza-Scented Controller

These exclusive Xbox Wireless Controllers come with a built-in scent diffuser shaped like a slice of pizza. The controller comes in four variations, each representing the signature colors, weapons, and personality of a Turtle brother. Fans can enter to win the limited-edition Wireless Controllers by following Xbox Game Pass on Twitter and retweeting the official Xbox Game Pass sweepstakes tweet. The giveaway will run from July 24 through August 13, 2023. For official rules and eligibility details, please visit here. Controllers are limited to sweepstakes only – not for retail.

Play with Your Favorite Turtles

These controllers are great for games like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, now available with Xbox Game Pass. The Turtles have also found their way into the Minecraftuniverse in a new DLC for Minecraft: Bedrock Edition, available for download in the Minecraft Marketplace on August 3, 2023. Choose from 20 TMNT skins, explore iconic TMNT locations, and show off your skills as you take down gnarly enemies. Cowabunga! 

For more information, please check out the Xbox Wire Post.

ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 Character Pass 2 revealed!

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ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is expanding its universe with the upcoming Character Pass 2 which includes Character packs 4 to 6, adding a total of 9 new characters to the game!

With Character Pack 4, unleash the full potential of Onigashima Battle Luffy, using his Gear Five powers! The animated series has never been adapted this fast into ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4. Those who loved to watch Luffy in the Onigashima arc in One Piece will be able to experience the peak of his power! Get the Straw Hat Crew’s Captain into Gear Five with special techniques, and release all of his strength.

Character Pass 2 is available for purchase now and Character pack 4 will be available for purchase and implemented in September. Please stay tuned for more information coming about the releases of Character Pack 5 and 6! Contents of Character Pass 2 can be purchased separately when released.

While waiting for the full content to release, new owners of the Character Pass 2 will get access to Onigashima Battle Law Costume.

Have a taste of what’s to expect in ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 with this new trailer:

ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC, and compatible with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

For more information about  ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4and other titles from Bandai Namco Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoEU  and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bandainamcoeu/.  Join the conversation on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoEU.

Epic Tavern Creates New Destinies with “Critical Decision” Update

Philip Federico
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The final pre-launch update serves up refreshing new features, quality-of-life improvements

LOS ANGELES – 24 July 2023 – Epic Tavern, the tavern management simulator with rich high-fantasy RPG storytelling from Emmy-winning Hyperkinetic Studios, serves up a wealth of new features via the “Critical Decision” update releasing today for PC on Steam Early Access. Prepare to make crucial decisions leading to divergent fates in the feature-packed update, the final major patch before Epic Tavern closes early access and has its grand opening 1.0 launch.

Tavernmasters now have improved tools to manage their heroes’ energy, mood, and other stats through the overhauled Spirit system. Casting spells and suffering demoralizing defeats deplete Spirit, while the new midday Rest stages offer adventurers the choice between taking a break to replenish Spirit or pursuing a new Side Quest, each with 10 possible outcomes. Should the party stop for lunch or do a bit of shopping with a traveling potion vendor?

Further control your adventurers while they’re out on daring exploits with the all-new Critical Decision feature. These scenarios empower Tavernmasters to choose actions based on their unique party composition, and discover unorthodox solutions to challenges. Many stages now adapt to your roster and offer class-specific Critical Choice options. Will the brave band attack the army of skeletons head on or have the necromancer try to control them? Sneak up on the orcs or have the pyromancer unleash a fireball from afar, potentially damaging the loot? 

The previous “Fantastical Crimes Unit” update introduced players to the criminal Undermarket along with entirely new faction-specific quests. In the “Critical Decision” update, tavernmasters are provided more control over their heroes in the field, more tools to manage their Spirit, and a wider range of possible outcomes resulting from their choices. The final pre-launch feature update serves to expand horizons and set the stage for the launch of Epic Tavern.

“Epic Tavern has always been about the impact of the players’ choices on their journey, but the ‘Critical Decision’ update brings this to the next level,” said Rich Bisso, CTO and co-founder at Hyperkinetic Studios. “We’re excited to see how every Tavernmaster’s distinct party of heroes leads to unique situations out on the road where no two players’ experiences are the same.”

Epic Tavern is available now on Steam Early Access for $24.99 and is available in English. For more information on the game, visit the official website or follow @EpicTavern on Twitter. 

About Hyperkinetic Studios

Hyperkinetic Studios is an indie development team from Los Angeles founded by three industry veterans, who were among the first employees at Treyarch. In their previous lives, they held senior positions on franchises such as Call of Duty, Spider-Man, and Deus Ex. Hyperkinetic’s goal is to make games on its own terms, in an environment where like-minded people can come together with as little inhibition as possible. Hyperkinetic Studios produces its own titles like Epic Tavern, along with supporting outside clients like Sega, Mattel, Niantic, and Sony Pictures Television, the latter two of which helped Hyperkinetic win an Emmy for its work on PlayShow: Jeopardy!

World of Warships: Legends Kicks Off 4th Anniversary Celebrations

Philip Federico
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A salute to four years of sailing on the high seas with plenty of new ships, the debut of Training Mode and another classic campaign in this July Legends update

AUSTIN, TX (July 24, 2023) —  Wargaming, the publisher and developer of the leading naval MMO World of Warships is kicking off festivities for the fourth anniversary of its console edition World of Warships: Legends. To celebrate four years since launch, the game introduces plenty of in-game activities, alongside a Treasure Hunt web event, as well as tons of totally free gifts to unlock. In addition to the birthday festivities, this update welcomes a brand-new Training Mode, a classic campaign with a Tier VIII Italian Premium battleship waiting at the end and three new seasons of Ranked Battles!

An Anniversary On the High Seas

To celebrate four years, World of Warships: Legends is gifting players plenty of activities and in-game content to dive into. A new look of the Treasure Hunt web event awaits, with keys to be found across gameplay and missions, this time available for completion without spending doubloons. These keys can be used to open cells that contain plenty of prizes, including a special fourth anniversary currency called Quadrans. In exchange for Quadrans, players can unlock dedicated anniversary items including different ships, such as Tier VII Premium American cruiser Congress and British Tier V Battleship Repulse.

In addition, players can also acquire the highly desirable Super V Crate, which guarantees a Premium ship to those who unlock it. Exclusive to this сrate is Japanese Tier V destroyer Shinonome. Another specialty сrate, Super VI, also comes in this update, with plenty of other special ships waiting to be discovered, with the likes of Belfast and Yukikaze among those. To wrap up all the birthday bonuses, players can also pick up the “Seasoned Veteran” bundle. Featuring an exclusive edition of Soviet Premium Tier II cruiser Oleg, this bundle contains plenty of in-game goodies.

Test the Waters in Training Mode

Brand new in this update is the introduction of a Training Mode available to all players. This customizable practice area creates a space to strategize for battle, without the risk of losing any in-game resources. With an array of maps, scenarios, and durations to choose from, as well as bots with various settings available, players can trial new action plans before going head-to-head with the foe.

A Brand-new Campaign and the Return of Ranked Battles

Closing out this update comes a fresh, classic Legends campaign. The five-week, 100-milestone “Dies Irae” offers those who answer the challenge the impressive Premium Italian Tier VIII battleship Giuseppe Verdi, available with Admiralty Backing active. In addition to the campaign, World of Warships: Legends also sees the first of three seasons of Ranked Battles make its way to the game beginning July 28. Ships spanning Tier IV-VI, barring aircraft carriers, can get into the action, depending on the seasons, and fight for the number one spot to take home the glory and plenty of prizes.

This update also brings several bug fixes, upgrades and balance changes across the game. You can find the full patch notes here.

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About World of Warships: Legends
Experience epic naval action in World of Warships: Legends, a massively multiplayer online game where you can master the seas in history’s greatest warships! Recruit legendary commanders from maritime history, upgrade your vessels and stake your claim to naval supremacy with or against players around the world in thrilling and immersive battles.

World of Warships: Legends brings the online naval action loved by millions to home consoles for the very first time, alongside a host of content and features exclusive to the console experience.
Official website: https://wowslegends.com/

About Wargaming
Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 16 offices around the world, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, Vilnius and Belgrade. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

Official website: wargaming.com

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