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SEGA Announces Gamescom 2023 Line-Up Full of World-First Consumer Experiences

Sydney, Australia – 31st July 2023:  SEGA® will be attending Gamescom 2023 with a roster full of global first hands-on experiences for attendees and a host of great titles from across its diverse portfolio. From the 23rd – 27th of August, attendees stepping onto the SEGA stand at Gamescom will be transported into a SEGA wonderland with themed areas for some of its biggest upcoming titles, a lounge area featuring even more playable games and a very special collaboration with the LEGO® Group, to mark this month’s launch of all new LEGO Sonic The Hedgehog.

Watch the line-up reveal here.

SEGA will be located in Hall 8 of the Koelnmesse, in Cologne, Germany and the 1100m² stand is packed with the world’s first public hands-on experiences, including:

  • Sonic The Hedgehog’s™ latest adventure in the eagerly awaited, Sonic™ Superstars.
  • Creative Assembly’s hero-based, multiplayer extraction shooter, HYENAS™.
  • The all-new action-adventure brawler from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio, Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name™.
  • Two new titles from ATLUS’ critically acclaimed Persona series: Persona™ 5 Tactica and Persona™ 3 Reload.
  • The latest DLC for Creative Assembly’s grand-strategy epic, Total War™: WARHAMMER® III.

Elsewhere on SEGA’s sizeable Gamescom stand are hands-on stations for Total War™: PHARAOH, Samba De Amigo: Party Central™, Endless™ Dungeon and Etrian Odyssey™ Origins Collection.

Gamescom 2023 is running from the 23rd – 27th of August in Cologne, Germany and you can find SEGA in Hall 8. If you can’t make it over to Germany for the show, be sure to keep up with all the SEGA reveals and news from the show via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.

About SEGA® Europe Ltd.:

SEGA® Europe Ltd. is the European Distribution arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA CORPORATION, and a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home. The company develops and distributes interactive entertainment software products for a variety of hardware platforms including PC, wireless devices, and those manufactured by Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe. SEGA wholly owns the video game development studios Two Point Studios, Creative Assembly, Relic Entertainment, Amplitude Studios, Sports Interactive and HARDlight.

HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED 2 – TURBOCHARGED TO INCLUDE VEHICLES FROM THE FAST & FURIOUS SAGA

Sydney, Australia – July 31, 2023 – Milestone, a leading global racing game developer, and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) have announced a collaboration with Universal Games and Digital Platforms to include content inspired by one of cinema’s most popular global franchises, Fast & Furious, in the recently announced Hot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged. The new title will be available on October 19 for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

From day one, players will be able to enjoy the unstoppable Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody, one of the iconic cars of the Fast & Furious Saga, with more vehicles from the franchise to be added post-launch as a downloadable content purchase.

This collaboration seals an exciting new synergy in the gaming industry, blending fan-favourite intellectual properties from two entertainment companies that have established themselves across pop culture. The association between Hot Wheels Unleashed™ and Fast & Furious emerged earlier this year in Universal Pictures’ Fast X, the latest chapter in the global blockbuster Fast & Furious Saga, where Dominic Toretto’s son Brian and sister Mia played the game in the film. Thanks to the engaging new gameplay mechanics of Hot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged, fans will be able to replicate some of the most spectacular stunts performed in the films.

Besides boosting and drifting, Hot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged gives players the opportunity to Jump and Double Jump, new mechanics that can be used to outmanoeuvre rivals or to dodge obstacles in tight spaces, whereas the Lateral Dash is the perfect tool to force opponents off the track or use them as bouncing pads. All of this will be possible while exploring the five brand-new environments featured in the game: an Arcade room that evokes the era of coin-operated games, a residential Backyard transformed into a racing arena, a Mini Golf Course situated in a Wild West town, a Dinosaur Museum, and a retro-style Gas Station diner.

With this collaboration, revealed through an adrenaline-filled trailer, Hot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged proves to be a truly transmedia experience, extending well beyond the gaming community to Hot Wheels® and Fast & Furious fans worldwide.

“We’re delighted to bring these two iconic racing franchises even closer together in Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged, building on years of collaboration with our wonderful partners at Universal Games and Digital Platforms” said Mike DeLaet, Global Head of Digital Gaming at Mattel. “You’d be hard pressed to find a more natural pairing than Hot Wheels and Fast & Furious, and the team at Milestone have done an outstanding job with bringing these fan-favourite vehicles to life in authentic Hot Wheels Unleashed fashion”.

“We are proud and excited to collaborate with Universal Games and Digital Platforms to bring the legendary Fast & Furious franchise to the virtual tracks of Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged” – said Andrea Loiudice, Publishing Director at Milestone – “This partnership will fuel the adrenaline of players worldwide, who will unleash their imagination behind the wheel of their favourite Fast & Furious vehicles. We appreciate Mattel’s contribution to such a significant collaboration and we can’t wait to witness the thrill and joy it will bring to gamers worldwide”.

Hot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged is available now for pre-order on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. For more information, visit hotwheelsunleashed.com.             

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About Milestone

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

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

About Mattel

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

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 THE FAST SAGA
The Fast & Furious saga is a phenomenon. For more than twenty years, the franchise has stoked passion in an ever-expanding audience and has earned more than $7 billion at the worldwide box office, Universal Pictures’ record-smashing, homegrown Fast & Furious films have become the studio’s most-profitable and longest-running franchise. Across social media platforms, the fan following for the movies and cast has grown into the biggest of any active franchise.

THE CLIMACTIC FINALE OF FINAL FANTASY XIV: ENDWALKER AWAITS AS PATCH 6.5: GROWING LIGHTREVEALED

Two-Part Patch Arrives in October 2023 and January 2024 Ahead of an Action-Packed Run-Up to Dawntrail Expansion’s Launch

31st July, 2023 – Following on from announcing a brand-new expansion for critically-acclaimed MMO FINAL FANTASY XIV OnlineDawntrail™ – SQUARE ENIX® has revealed the first details for Patch 6.5, titled “Growing Light,” which includes the climax for the award-winning Endwalker™ expansion that will pave the way for new adventures ahead.

During a special Letter from the Producer LIVE broadcast at the FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2023 in Las Vegas, Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida shared that the main scenario for Patch 6.5 is set to arrive in two parts: part one with Patch 6.5 in Early October 2023 and part two with Patch 6.55 in Mid-January 2024.

A full replay of the broadcast can be found here: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/1884848378?t=0h44m44s

Concept Art for Two New Dungeons coming in Dawntrail

Patch 6.5 will also mark the culmination of work to expand the Duty Support system within FINAL FANTASY XIV Online – a feature that enables tackling content with a party of NPC allies as opposed to other players. With the patch’s release, it will be possible to complete all main scenario dungeons from A Realm Reborn™ through Endwalker using the system, enabling players to comfortably experience the stories of Eorzea on their own.

Yoshida also discussed the upcoming collaboration with Mediatonic’s party royale obstacle course smash hit Fall Guys. The “Warriors of Light Fame Pass” is set to release in Fall Guys on 22nd August 2023, with a new Fall Guys-inspired Gold Saucer attraction arriving in FINAL FANTASY XIV Online as part of the Patch 6.5x series. For more information on the collaboration, please visit: https://sqex.to/qSFeH

Further features announced for the Patch 6.5x series include:

Patch 6.5 – Early October 2023

  • New Main Scenario Quests (Part 1) – The next chapter in the story of the Warrior of Light.
  • New Dungeon – New challenges await in The Lunar Subterrane.
  • New Trial – A challenging new battle against Zeromus awaits in both Normal and Extreme difficulties.
  • New Unreal Trial –Fight in The Singularity Reactor (Unreal) against the fearsome Thordan.
  • New Alliance Raid: Myths of the Realm #3 – Explore the mysteries of Thaleia.
  • Duty Support Expansion –With the addition of Duty Support to The Drowned City of Skalla, The Burn, and The Ghimlyt Dark dungeons, it is now possible to play through all main scenario dungeons from A Realm Reborn to Endwalker solo.
  • Various Job Adjustments
  • Player Versus Player Updates
    • PvP Series 5 Begins
    • Crystalline Conflict Minimap and UI Updates, New Arena: The Red Sands
    • There will be no new Crystalline Conflict season at the time of Patch 6.5. Season 8 will begin with Patch 6.48, scheduled for release on Tuesday, 8 August, and continue through the release of Patch 6.51.
  • Island Sanctuary Updates – New sanctuary ranks and visions, new gathering area, new materials, craftable items, crops, animals, isleworks handicrafts, structures and more.
  • Miscellaneous Updates – New Custom Deliveries: Margrat, Aetherial Reduction Update, Fishing Log update, Armoire update and more.

Patch 6.51 – Late October 2023

  • Splendorous Tools
  • New Variant Dungeon: Aloalo Island –Players can enjoy a new variable-difficulty dungeon designed for 1-4 players, with the difficulty of enemies scaling depending on party size.
  • New Criterion Dungeon: Aloalo Island – High difficulty four-player content featuring a visually similar area to the Variant Dungeon, but with a set route. Criterion dungeons will feature two options of difficulties, “Criterion” and “Criterion (Savage),” each with their own unique set of rules and characteristics.

Patch 6.55 – Mid-January 2024

  • New Main Scenario Quests (Part 2)
  • Endwalker Tribal Alliance Quests
  • Tataru’s Grand Endeavour Continues
  • Somehow Further Hildibrand Adventures
  • Further Manderville Weapons

Patch 6.5x Series

  • Fall Guys Collaboration – Experience the fun of the Blunderdome with a FFXIV twist, as select courses come to the Manderville Gold Saucer.

Announced this weekend during the FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2023 in Las Vegas, new expansion FINAL FANTASY XIV: Dawntrail will bring the game’s first graphical update as well as an abundance of new content when it releases in Summer 2024, including an increased level cap, multiple new jobs, sprawling new areas, new allied tribes, new dungeons, and new core battle content such as FATEs, Hunts, Treasure Hunts, and sidequests, and much more.

More information on Dawntrail will be shared at the FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2023 in London on 21st – 22nd October 2023, as well as during the Fan Festival 2024 in Tokyo, scheduled for 7th – 8th January 2024. For future updates on how to watch the livestreams of these events, please keep an eye on the Lodestone: https://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/

With more than 27 million total registered players, there has never been a better time for newcomers to begin their adventures in the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY XIV Online saga. The expanded Free Trial now includes all content from A Realm Reborn™ and the Heavensward™ expansion (and updates through Patch 3.56), as well as an additional playable race (Au Ra), and three additional playable jobs (Dark Knight, Astrologian, and Machinist). Free Trial players can enjoy hundreds of hours of award-winning gameplay and story experiences equivalent to two full FINAL FANTASY titles, without limit on playtime. More information can be found at: http://sqex.to/FFXIVFreeTrial

For more information on FINAL FANTASY XIV: Endwalker™, visit the official site at: https://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/endwalker/

Endwalker Site: https://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/endwalker/

About Square Enix Ltd.

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

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

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Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm – Gameplay

A young knight begins his journey by finding a lost lockbox that has fallen into nefarious hands only to face down a monster octopus. After facing down this trial, he returns home to learn more about the history of the world and acquires a powerful weapon at the start of Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm.

Sequel to the critically acclaimed action adventure. Experience a gorgeous new third-person 3D view and embark on an epic journey that unfolds the mysteries of what happened 1000 years ago.

Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm
Developer: Cornfox & Brothers Ltd.
Publisher: FDG Entertainment
Platform: Windows, Switch, PlayStation, Xbox Series X
Release Date: 2nd August, 2023
Price: $29.99 USD

Available here – https://www.fdg-entertainment.com/games/oceanhorn-2-knights-of-the-lost-realm/

Summary:

Recommended – Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm’s release on more platforms offers the best possible experience with the game that harkens back to classic adventure games but doesn’t quite match up.”

Check out our review of Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm here!

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Pikmin 4 Review

Pikmin 4

Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Platforms:Switch
Release Date: Available Now
Price: $59.99 – Available Here | $79.95 – Available Here

Overview

Pikmin has been around now for over twenty years, but it has been over a decade since a new entry appeared on consoles. Nintendo are ready to garden yet again however, with Pikmin 4 launching on the Switch. Featuring a fleshed out story, new mechanics, and a lovable mutt, this installment is looking to remind us of this underdog yet again. How does Pikmin 4 measure up? Let’s find out.

Story

Pikmin 4 has a cozy, if not familiar narrative of Olimar cruising in his ship, only to have to send out an SOS for his rescue yet again after a not-so-perfect landing. In true style, The Rescue Corps come to save the day, but also have a malfunction, causing another crash landing. The goal now is for this team to regroup, and gather enough valuable resources to take off yet again while still hunting for their missing captain. Oatchi, a newly discovered dog of sorts has allied the team on this mission, and his powerful sniffer and strength will be the key to our heroes’ success this time around.

There is something so soothing about Pikmin. There always has been, but the 4th installment keeps that approach alive with its lovely narrative and endearing cast of characters. Always with a warm atmosphere and presence, each cutscene plays out like an animated feature, and there is always something to make the player smile as they progress forward in this whimsical little adventure.

Gameplay

This is where the magic happens, as they say. Nintendo do not have a ton of “strategy” titles within their library, but Pikmin 4 is rich in strategy as players control not only themselves and their squad, but also Oatchi – your assistant canine species who is able to achieve greater feats than a small group of Pikmin ever could. Oatchi performs wonderfully, as players can control him much like a normal Pikmin, knocking down walls, digging up treasure, and even carrying the entire Pikmin squad that may be following you at the time.

Gone mostly are the fruit expeditions of Pikmin 3, replaced with “Treasures”, which are mainly human inventions or tools such as forks, batteries, and even some of Nintendo’s very own platforms from the past. Its always a delight to come across these objects, so players must strategize to safely pick each up and ensure their safe transit back to the ship. Locales include underground, indoors, and of course the usual outside fare, but this time players can now go out at night thanks to Glow Pikmin. These segments after dark play out more like a tower defence romp, where the player must protect the ship from creatures attracted to the glow of the ship, adding a new slice of urgency to the experience.

To be honest, the game still feels like any other Pikmin title, despite its new additions. The goals are still more of the same, and even with Oatchi, the difficulty is never overwhelming to any Pikmin tamer who is paying attention to the hazards before them. If it isn’t broke is the mindset here, and that works wonders in creating a refined, if not overly familiar adventure. Danori Battles bring back the highly addictive player vs player mode, where each one attempts to keep their squad alive from danger while collecting as much treasure as possible. As someone who has spent hundreds of hours with friends and family in Pikmin 3’s “Bingo Battle”, I must say this is just as good for the most part, offering one of the most compelling and competitive multiplayer experiences yet again that so many still do not know about.

As for length, the main narrative will not take a ton of time as most should be able to do all in under twenty hours. The replay value is had in the co-op with friends (which still has yet to feature online compatibility), along with the extra Olimar missions that can be unlocked by progression of the main campaign.

Visuals

There is no title on the Switch so full of color and charm as Pikmin 4. That kind of is the point of these adventures, but alas- the visuals are non-stop eye candy that are simply gorgeous, with lovely detail and wonderful animations. I am a bit of a Pikmin lover, and I will admit that the closer camera did take some getting used to, but after a while, even the most seasoned players should easily be able to adjust without much issue to the slightly changed format.

Audio

The music is also lovely. There is something so charming about the soundtrack, which even will get your little squad to hum with it, tugging relentlessly at your heartstrings as you work even harder to keep them from danger. The audio throughout the game only compliments the warm nature of the tunes, blending together like a perfect painting to create a setting that is just so different and unique from any other Nintendo produced experience.

Overall

Pikmin 4 is a masterpiece. Nintendo are not trying to top their other franchises with Pikmin, and never will. I truly think this franchise was created to live in the underbelly of the brand, offering those willing to look something unique and different in terms of both gameplay and objectives. Sure, more could have been done to make this title sing as outside of Oatchi, this title doesn’t take a lot of risks, but with a ton of treasures to collect and a multiplayer game that is simply outstanding, there is a lot of value within this title that will be appreciated by fans for years to come. Pikmin 4 stands right with its predecessors in a line of titles that are pure quality and joy, and those who give it a chance are sure to find their cooldown title in these lavish terrains.

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SQUARE ENIX ANNOUNCES “DAWNTRAIL”NEW FINAL FANTASY XIV ONLINE EXPANSION COMING WINTER 2024

Xbox Series X|S Launch, Graphical Update and Even Further Expanded Free Trial Also Confirmed

29th July, 2023 – SQUARE ENIX® is today announcing Dawntrail™, the fifth and latest expansion pack for its critically acclaimed MMO, FINAL FANTASY XIV Online, set to launch in Winter 2024 (southern hemisphere).

The expansion was first revealed by Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida during his keynote address at the FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2023 in Las Vegas, alongside a new teaser trailer offering a taste of the adventures to come as the Warrior of Light ventures to the New World, Tural for the first time.

The trailer can be seen here:

The new expansion will bring an abundance of fresh content, including an increased level cap, multiple new jobs, sprawling new areas, new allied tribes, new dungeons, and new core battle content such as FATEs, Hunts, Treasure Hunts, and sidequests, and much more. Some of the features players can look forward to include:

  • Journey to the New World, Tural, and its capital, Tuliyollal
  • Explore new areas, including the mountainous Urqopacha and the forest of Yak T’el
  • New Allied Tribes, including the diminutive Pelupelu who wear distinctive masks and inhabit Urqopacha
  • Level Cap increase from 90 to 100
  • Multiple New Jobs
  • Core Battle Content including FATEs, Hunts, Treasure Hunts and Sidequests
  • New Dungeons
  • New Threats, including Valigarmanda
  • Duty Support Update
  • New Gear and Recipes
  • Expansive New Lifestyle Content
  • New Variant Dungeons, Alliance Raid, 8-Player Raid and Ultimate Raid
  • PvP Update
  • Ongoing Content Updates, including a Blue Mage Update, Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures, New Plans for Deep Dungeons and a Gold Saucer Update

In addition to these features, Dawntrail will introduce the game’s first graphical update for both character and world visuals, including:

  • Improvements to screen-wide aesthetic appeal
  • Higher resolution textures and shadows
  • Improved material qualities

Also in the keynote, it was revealed the existing FINAL FANTASY XIV Online Free Trial would be expanded even further during Patch 6.5. When it launches, the Even Further Expanded Free Trial will add all the content from the Stormblood™ expansion (and updates through Patch 4.58), including the Red Mage and Samurai playable jobs, and allow newcomers to venture all the way up to level 70 with no limits on play time. 

In a surprise announcement, Yoshida was joined onstage during the keynote by CEO of Microsoft Gaming Phil Spencer to confirm the long-awaited Xbox version of the critically acclaimed MMO will be launching on Xbox Series X|S in Autumn 2024 (southern hemisphere), with an open beta starting during the Patch 6.5x series. The digital-only release will also enjoy 4K support on Xbox Series X. More information will be revealed soon, with details available at: https://sqex.to/OR0KZ

Finally, Yoshida revealed an upcoming collaboration with Mediatonic’s party royale obstacle course smash hit Fall Guys. The “Warriors of Light Fame Pass” is set to release in Fall Guys on 22nd August 2023, with a new Fall Guys-inspired Gold Saucer attraction arriving in FINAL FANTASY XIV Online as part of the Patch 6.5x series. For more information on the collaboration, please visit: https://sqex.to/qSFeH

The Warriors of Light Fame Pass Trailer can be viewed here:

 With more than 27 million total registered players, there has never been a better time for newcomers to begin their adventures in the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY XIV Online saga. The expanded Free Trial now includes all content from A Realm Reborn™ and the Heavensward™ expansion (and updates through Patch 3.56), as well as an additional playable race (Au Ra), and three additional playable jobs (Dark Knight, Astrologian, and Machinist). Free Trial players can enjoy hundreds of hours of award-winning gameplay and story experiences equivalent to two full FINAL FANTASY titles, without limit on playtime. More information can be found at: http://sqex.to/FFXIVFreeTrial

About Square Enix Ltd.

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

Pickleball: Smash Serves Up Fun on Consoles & PC This Fall

Take home the thrill of America’s fastest growing sport!

MINNEAPOLIS July 28, 2023 – It’s time to step up to the court! Pickleball: Smash arrives this November for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Get ready to serve, dink, and smash your way to victory in the exciting world of pickleball! Can you handle the heat?

Experience the excitement of America’s fastest-growing sport on video game consoles for the first time! Hone your skills in single-player, or challenge your friends in local multiplayer fun, where every match is a test of skill, strategy, and agility. Compete across multiple venues, jump into challenging minigames, and upgrade your player’s stats to increase speed, accuracy, power, and more. Plus get even closer into the action with delightfully smooth motion controls, only on Nintendo Switch!

Key Features

  • Pick-Up-&-Play Fun: Get right into the swing with quick-play exhibition matches against AI in singles or doubles competitions. Participate in challenging Pickleball Tournaments to perfect your skills on your way to becoming the best of the best.
  • Customize Your Champion: Gear up for glory while expressing your style and personality by customizing your champion character. Unlock a wide range of outfits, rackets, and accessories to create a unique look that sets you apart on the court.
  • Compete with Friends & Family: Serve up competitive fun with family and friends in local multiplayer for up to four players.
  • Minigame Mastery: Have a blast with challenging minigames that mix up the experience while allowing you to hone the specific techniques, core mechanics and aspects of the sport.
  • Thrilling Motion Controls (Nintendo Switch Only): Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the sport, intuitive motion controls capture your movement and swings to deliver an unparalleled level of pickleball action and fun.

Pickleball: Smash is available to preorder now for $39.99 at major retailers. This title is published by GameMill Entertainment.

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 entertainment and fun games for all ages.

New Exoprimal Co-op Challenge Mode ‘Savage Gauntlet’ Deploys Today

London (July 28, 2023) Exofighters! Data from the wargames has been exemplary since the launch of Exoprimal™ this month, and now Leviathan has authorized its most exciting combat project yet. Prepare for Savage Gauntlet! This brand-new co-op game mode arrives today for the online team-based action game and challenges players to survive and battle for glory. Savage Gauntlet is free for all Exoprimal players 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.

Savage Gauntlet takes the wargames to the next level with special missions for courageous players. These combat tests feature late-game content that unlocks upon completing the story in Dino Survival mode. In Savage Gauntlet, five Exofighters join forces to take on intense player versus environment (PvE) challenges that change every week. This dynamic mode will feature a rotation of rules and scenarios that provide a high level of difficulty tuned for experienced players and powered-up Exosuits.

Beyond surviving against massive hordes of dinosaurs, Savage Gauntlet’s weekly missions invite the Exoprimal community to compete for the fastest completion time on global leaderboards for each platform.

These time-attack missions are replayable, allowing players to discover new strategies and obtain higher rankings. Exofighters are encouraged to re-envision their success and explore various team compositions and Module combos. Squads who achieve high rankings will  also earn awards for their performance.

Savage Gauntlet missions begin each week on Fridays at 04:00 BST/ 05:00 CEST. The competitions will run through Tuesdays at 03:59 BST/ 04:59 CEST. To learn more, please visit the Exoprimal official information website.

Capcom is supporting Exoprimal with seasonal title updates that introduce significant new content. Alongside Savage Gauntlet, Season 1 includes the release of 10 new Alpha variant Exosuits on Aug. 16, 2023. These Alpha variant Exosuit designs feature unique weapon loadouts and playstyles that contrast with their default models. Season 2 begins in mid-October 2023 and will include the addition of a new map, mission type, Rigs, Modules, and the highly anticipated Street Fighter™ 6 crossover content. In January 2024, Season 3 will introduce Beta variant Exosuits, a new Neo Triceratops boss enemy, and a collaboration with the Monster Hunter™ series among other things. Please stay tuned for additional information on these seasonal content updates and more in the future.

About Exoprimal

Exoprimal  has welcomed more than one million players since launch on July 14, 2023. Developed and published by Capcom, the  online team-based action game  pits humanity’s futuristic Exosuit technology against history’s most ferocious beasts – dinosaurs. Set in 2040, players are pulled into wargames orchestrated by the advanced A.I. Leviathan. In the main game mode, Dino Survival, teams of five Exofighters race to complete objectives while fending off hordes of dinosaurs to survive. 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 worldwide 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.

ROCCAT’S STUNNING MAGMA MINI 60% RGB GAMING KEYBOARD IS NOW AVAILABLE

TIME TO GET LIT WITH ROCCAT’S STUNNING MAGMA MINI 60% RGB GAMING KEYBOARD – AVAILABLE NOW IN AUSTRALIA

ROCCAT’s Magma Mini Combines Responsive Performance with Stunning RGB Lighting in a Compact 60% Footprint for an Attractive AUD $119.95 RRP

Sydney, Australia – July 28th, 2023 – ROCCAT, the award-winning PC peripherals brand from best-selling gaming headset and accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: HEAR), today announced its new Magma Mini 60% Gaming Keyboard has launched in Australia. The Magma Mini combines responsive membrane switches, performance features, and durability into a compact 60% form factor. Magma Mini’s top plate is fully illuminated with five programmable zones showcasing ROCCAT’s stunning AIMO RGB lighting. Magma Mini was also designed with top durability in mind and is IP33-rated against water and dust. The Magma Mini is available now at participating Australian retailers for just AUD $199.95 RRP.

“ROCCAT’s Magma Mini is the perfect choice for PC gamers wanting to add stunning RGB lighting to their setup at an attractive price,” said Juergen Stark, Chairman and CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. “ROCCAT’s Magma and Magma Mini products redefine what gamers should expect in modern membrane keyboards in terms of performance, and they push the boundaries even further with RGB lighting that instantly upgrades any desktop.”

The Magma Mini 60% Gaming Keyboard has a translucent top plate featuring 10 LED backlights and five programmable RGB zones. ROCCAT’s AIMO lighting lets gamers enjoy a vivid and immersive experience with 16.8 million RGB colour options, and syncs with other AIMO-enabled ROCCAT products to create a stunning PC gaming station.

The Magma Mini has responsive membrane keys with a fast, midway actuation point. ROCCAT’s EasyShift[+] technology provides expanded key functionality, and anti-ghosting technology ensures gamers can press up to 20 keys simultaneously in the heat of battle, and they’ll all register as intended. Additionally, the Magma Mini’s power cable connects on the left side of the keyboard, making it perfect for gamers who play with their keyboard tilted, leaving more room for larger mouse movements.

About Turtle Beach Corporation

Turtle Beach Corporation (the “Company”) is one of the world’s leading gaming accessory providers. The Company’s namesake Turtle Beach brand is known for designing best-selling gaming headsets, top-rated game controllers, and groundbreaking gaming simulation accessories. Innovation, first-to-market features, a broad range of products for all types of gamers, and top-rated customer support have made Turtle Beach a fan-favourite brand and the market leader in console gaming audio for over a decade. Turtle Beach’s ROCCAT brand combines detail-loving German innovation with a genuine passion for designing the best PC gaming products, including award-winning keyboards, mice, headsets, mousepads, and other peripherals. Turtle Beach’s Neat Microphones brand creates high-quality USB and analog microphones for gamers, streamers, professionals, and students that embrace cutting-edge technology and design. Turtle Beach’s shares are traded on the Nasdaq Exchange under the symbol: HEAR.

Cautionary Note on Forward-Looking Statements

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While the Company believes that its expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurances that its goals and strategy will be realized. Numerous factors, including risks and uncertainties, may affect actual results and may cause results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements made by the Company or on its behalf. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, risks related to logistic and supply chain challenges, the substantial uncertainties inherent in the acceptance of existing and future products, the difficulty of commercializing and protecting new technology, the impact of competitive products and pricing, general business and economic conditions, risks associated with the expansion of our business including the integration of any businesses we acquire and the integration of such businesses within our internal control over financial reporting and operations, our indebtedness, liquidity, and other factors discussed in our public filings, including the risk factors included in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the Company’s other periodic reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States and the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Company is under no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement after the date of this release whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

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This week in GTA Online: Double Rewards on the New Junk Energy Time Trials, The GTA Online Summer Racing Event Continues, and More

Get 2X Rewards in the New Junk Energy Time Trials as the GTA Online Summer Racing Event Shifts into Second GearPlus, Compete Across Classic Race Types for 3X GTA$ and RP, and More

The GTA Online Summer Racing Event enters its second week, and now’s the time to cash in on your adrenaline addiction with 2X GTA$ and RP on the new Junk Energy Time Trials. Just head towards any Junk Energy Time Trial highlighted on the in-game map to risk life and limb on the new Inductor bike for a chance at glory and Double Rewards.

3X GTA$ and RP on Issi Classic Races, Special Vehicle Races, and Open Wheel Races

Indulge your lead foot impulses and be rewarded during the second week of the GTA Online Summer Racing Event as a varied trio of classic GTA Online Race types are delivering Triple Rewards through August 2 — which all boost to 4.5X for GTA+ Members.

Issi Classic Races: The Weeny Issi Classic is an adorable import, but it’s also got a mean competitive streak.

Special Vehicle Races: Put your skills to the test with the unique capabilities of the Rocket Voltic, Ruiner 2000, and Blazer Aqua.

Open Wheel Races: Slip into your finest racing suit and use well-timed KERS boosts to propel yourself to victory.

3X GTA$, Car Meet Rep, and RP on LS Car Meet Races

Whether you’re taking shortcuts through the side streets or weaving through oncoming traffic to evade the LSPD, there’s plenty of money to be made and rep to be earned on both Street Races and Pursuit Races this week. While the bonus GTA$ will pad your Maze Bank account, Car Meet Rep is the fast track to unlocking exclusive clothing and liveries at the LS Car Meet.

Get the Dark Manor Racing Suit

Competitors who win a Rockstar Created Open Wheel Race, Hotring Circuit Race, and LS Street Race once each before August 2 will receive the Dark Manor Racing Suit within 10 days of completion.

Only on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S

Premium Test Ride: Principe Deveste Eight

See what Hao can do with a futuristic concept car: visit Hao’s Special Works inside the LS Car Meet to check out this week’s Premium Test Ride, a hyper-charged version of the Principe Deveste Eight (Super) tweaked a further couple years into the future of automotive engineering.

This Week’s HSW Time Trial

After Hao’s been under the hood, let your eligible vehicle take a long, scenic drive between Pacific Bluffs and Mount Gordo in this week’s HSW Time Trial.

Premium Deluxe Motorsport Showroom

Simeon Yetarian prides himself on offering a rotating collection of covetable vehicles, and this week is no different. Visit the Premium Deluxe Motorsport flagship to stroll amidst the Pfister Growler (Sports) wrapped in the rare Kisama Graffiti livery, the Dinka RT3000 (Sports), the Pegassi Monroe (Sports Classics), and two certified Open Wheel competitors in the Progen PR4 (30% off) and Benefactor BR8.

Kick the tires around the block with a test drive, and buy any or all the above outright — the choice is yours.

Luxury Autos Showroom

Head over to the Luxury Autos showroom to get as close as possible to this week’s select rides, the Maibatsu MonstroCiti (Off-Road, 25% off) and the Vysser Neo (Sports, 40% off).

This Week’s Prize Ride: Ocelot Ardent

In addition to earning Triple Rewards, winning LS Car Meet Races for three days in a row will land you this week’s Prize Ride, the Ocelot Ardent (Sports Classics).

Try Out the Benefactor Streiter, Progen GP1, and Coil Raiden

Swing by the Test Track inside the LS Car Meet to try out any or all of this week’s Test Rides, including the Benefactor Streiter (Sports), the Progen GP1 (Super, 30% off) and the Coil Raiden (Sports).

On the Casino Podium: Dinka Jester Classic

Visit the lobby of The Diamond Casino & Resort and give the Lucky Wheel a spin for the opportunity to win this week’s top prize, the Dinka Jester Classic (Sports) located on the rotating podium.

GTA+

GTA+ Members can claim the new Penaud La Coureuse (Sports) for free at The Vinewood Car Club, and more through August 16: 

  • Free Penaud Rally livery and Anodized Lime Pearl Chameleon Wheel Paint
  • Santo Capra x Manor Suit Jacket and Pants
  • 1.5X GTA$ and RP on Junk Energy Time Trials
  • 1.5X GTA$ and RP on Land, Air, Open Wheel, and Stunt Races
  • 50% off conversion costs at Hao’s Special Works

And much more, including a GTA$500,000 bonus delivered upon billing each month. Visit the GTA+ website for full details.

DISCOUNTS

Display your vehicles in a spacious, well-lit environment designed with luxury in mind. The multi-floor Eclipse Blvd Garage is 30% off this week. The Mammoth Avenger Thruster is also 30% off, as are the optional upgrades for Front Machine Guns and Missiles. Read on below for a full list of this week’s discounts.

  • Eclipse Blvd. Garage – 30% off
  • Mammoth Avenger Thruster – 30% off
  • Mammoth Avenger Front Machine Guns and Missiles Upgrades – 30% off
  • Maibatsu MonstroCiti (Off-Road) – 25% off
  • Progen GP1 (Super) – 30% off
  • Progen PR4 (Open Wheel) – 30% off
  • Progen Emerus (Super) – 30% off
  • Vysser Neo (Sports) – 40% off

Gun Van Inventory and Discounts

Machete | Tactical SMG | Advanced Rifle | Heavy Pistol | Marksman Rifle (50% off) | Military Rifle (30% off for GTA+ Members) | Knife | Machine Pistol | Grenades | Tear G