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Prepare for the Might of a Mini-God in Tiny Thor, Now Available on Nintendo Switch

Ready the Hammer and Steady your Aim in this Pixel-Perfect Adventure

Karlsruhe, Germany (August 3, 2023) – Today, Gameforge—a leading Western publisher of MMORPGs—and indie developer Asylum Square are thrilled to announce that critically acclaimed 2D precision platformer Tiny Thor launches today on Nintendo Switch. Trek across the realms of Asgard and follow a small hero with godly powers!

Watch the Tiny Thor Nintendo Switch launch trailer:

Published under Gameforge’s IndieForge publishing label, Tiny Thor is a lovingly crafted 16-bit pixel platformer, a grand adventure punctuated with exhilarating boss battles designed to test the son of Odin. Each realm features its own unique environment, and players must utilize the might of Mjölnir to defeat troves of enemies and solve clever environmental puzzles. Brimming with nostalgic, retro-styled goodness, Tiny Thor will feel familiar to retro fans while also offering a fun and unique experience.

Players on Nintendo Switch and Windows PC now also have access to Tiny Thor’s “Assist Mode,” designed to transform this tricky yet satisfying platformer into a more relaxed experience. Customize the difficulty options by toggling on options such as Higher Jumps, Longer Invincibility, and, fitting for this tremendous, godly tale, there’s “God Mode,” which offers permanent invincibility. 

“We’re incredibly proud of the hard work it took, across multiple departments, to make the Nintendo Switch version of the game,” said Hannes Anders, Chief Technical Officer at Gameforge. “We collaborated with the Asylum Square team closely to ensure this version is a fun and smooth experience for players, and we hope they will enjoy playing Tiny Thor any time, anywhere on their Nintendo Switch.” 

“We were really happy with the reception Tiny Thor received on PC,” said Jochen Heizmann, co-founder of Asylum Square. “It’s great that players will now be able to enjoy Tiny Thor on Nintendo Switch as well, with something for all platformer fans to enjoy whether it’s their first time playing or whether they tried it on PC before.”

Key Features of Tiny Thor

  • It’s Hammer Time!: Use the ricocheting mini-Mjölnir and its special abilities to complete puzzles and defeat enemies
  • Small, But Mighty: Triumph in epic boss battles against Norse mythology icons such as the Kraken and Loki
  • Old School, New Game: Art from veteran pixel artist Henk Nieborg and an original soundtrack from Chris Hülsbeck enhances the game’s retro credentials 

Tiny Thor launches today on Nintendo Switch for €19.99/£16.75/$19.99 USD/$25.99 CAD. It is also available on Windows PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store, with the Steam version available at a 20% discount starting today until August 10, 2023. Tiny Thor Ragnarok n’ Roll Edition, including the game and the official soundtrack, is available for €25/$25 USD. Gameforge also plans a strictly limited physical release with pre-orders starting in the coming weeks.

About Asylum Square

Founded in 2014 by Jochen Heizmann, Asylum Square is an independent games developer, based in the Black Forest in Germany. The team grew up with game systems like the Sega Master System, NES, and C64 and Heizmann founded the studio to create games he would have loved to play back then, sitting on the living room carpet. To achieve this, Asylum Square works together with very talented people and industry veterans including some of those involved in making those original, inspiring experiences.

About IndieForge

IndieForge is Gameforge’s newest division and builds upon the publisher’s commitment to bringing highly enjoyable games to players worldwide beyond its popular lineup of massively multiplayer online games. 

Partnering with exciting up-and-coming independent game studios from across the globe, IndieForge brings engaging, high-quality gaming experiences to market. The division’s portfolio currently includes space strategy roguelike Trigon: Space Story with more gripping titles like Tiny Thor to be announced in the future.

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Join the Adventure With All Your Friends Via Cross-Play in Fae Farm

Play together across Nintendo Online, Steam, and Epic Game Store.

See the feature in action on the first Fae Farm community stream, Friday Aug 4 at 20:00PM BST at twitch.tv/phoenixlabs

Vancouver, B.C.  August 3, 2023 – Phoenix Labs today announced that Fae Farm, the upcoming magic-infused cozy farm sim, will feature cross-play across all announced platforms for the game. Players will be able to share in the adventure with all their friends through Azoria, regardless of which platform they choose, including Nintendo Switch, Steam, or the Epic Game Store. Phoenix Labs has been an industry leader and pioneer in cross-play since the debut of its first title, Dauntless, which also launched with cross-play enabled across numerous gaming platforms. 

Players can see the feature in action in Fae Farm at 20:00PM BST this Friday, August 4 on the Phoenix Labs Twitch channel. Community managers Eunice Sanchez and Kim Velasquez will showcase cross-play on Fae Farm, as well as other gameplay elements including farming, crafting, animal care, exploration, and more. This Friday’s community stream will be the first of a weekly series taking place each Friday at 20:00PM BST in August, leading up to the launch of Fae Farm on September 8.

Fae Farm is rated E10+ by the ESRB, and is now available to pre-order digitally for Nintendo Switch and for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. Players can also pre-order a physical edition for Nintendo Switch at select retailers. Fae Farm pre-orders include the Cozy Cabin Variety Pack, which features recipes to craft a garden birdhouse, casual cozy farmer outfit, animal portrait, and more. These items are exclusive to the pack, and will become available as soon as players start their adventure in Fae Farm.

The latest Fae Farm trailer can be found here:

For more information, please visit www.FaeFarm.com

About Phoenix Labs

Phoenix Labs is an independent games company based in Vancouver, British Columbia with offices in San Mateo, CA, and Montreal, Quebec. Founded in 2014, Phoenix Labs creates worlds that empower players to share enduring stories like never before. Their debut title, Dauntless, a co-op Action RPG, has seen incredible success with over 30 million players worldwide. Their second title, the magic-infused cozy farm sim Fae Farm, launches September 8, 2023 on Nintendo Switch, Steam, and the Epic Games Store. Phoenix Labs was recognized with a “Best Places to Work” award in 2021 and 2022 by GamesIndustry.biz.

CHAMPIONS ROAD IN-GAME EVENT NOW LIVE IN ROCKET LEAGUE 

Celebrate the Upcoming Rocket League World Championship In-Game

August 3, 2023 – A new in-game event called Champions Road is now live in Rocket League! Champions Road celebrates the highest-level of Rocket League Esports competition in the world, the Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS), and features Event Challenges and Rewards, a World Championship-themed Bundle, and two Limited Time Modes.

The Champions Road in-game event features: 

  • New Champions Road Event Challenges – Players are able to complete Event Challenges to unlock various RLCS-themed Rewards, such as the Rocket League World Championship Trophy Topper, Pro-Tek Wheels, and Shmeedian Decal (Octane).  Golden Trophies are also available as a Challenge Reward and will unlock Items from the Velocity, Triumph, and Vindicator Item Series.
  • New RLCS World Championship-Themed Items – The 2023 Rocket League World Championship Bundle is now available in the Item Shop for 1500 Credits. The bundle includes the RLCS Crystalline Decal (universal), Boost, and Wheels, along with the “PANDEMONIUM” by NF Player Anthem, which is the official 2023 World Championship theme song.
  • Two Limited Time Modes – 2v2 Heatseeker will be live from August 3 – August 10 and Boomer Ball will be live from August 10 – August 17.
  • Esports Shop Discounts – Throughout Champions Road, players will be able to purchase Decals for 200 Esports Tokens, Player Banners for 50 Esports Tokens, and Goal Explosions for 300 Esports Tokens in the Esports Shop.

Champions Road begins ahead of the Rocket League World Championship, which will take place in two phases: the Wildcard Stage running from August 4 – 6 and the Main Event from August 9 – 13. The Rocket League World Championship can be viewed on the Rocket League Twitch channel, Rocket League Esports YouTube channel, and Rocket League TikTok channel

For more information on the World Championship, such as broadcast times and alternate broadcast streams, read the full primer HERE.

Champions Road is now live in Rocket League from August 3 until August 17.  For more information, including details on the Champions Road Clutch Plays community Contest, check out the latest blog post HERE.

ABOUT ROCKET LEAGUE

Winner or nominee of more than 150 “Game of the Year” awards, Rocket League is one of the most critically acclaimed sports games of our generation. Rocket League is a high-powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer and vehicular mayhem with easy-to-understand controls and fluid, physics-driven competition. Available on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on Epic Games Store, Rocket League includes nearly endless customization possibilities, online Ranks and Competitive Tournaments, a fully featured offline season mode, multiple game types, casual and competitive online matches, and special “Mutators” that let you change the rules entirely.

To learn more about Rocket League, please visit www.RocketLeague.com, “Like” it on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter @RocketLeague for all the latest developer updates and news.

ABOUT PSYONIX

Based in San Diego, CA, Psyonix is a critically acclaimed video game developer and a leading expert in Unreal Engine technology. For more than 20 years, the studio has been a driving force behind some of the most successful games in the industry, including Gears of War, Mass Effect 3, XCOM: Enemy Unknown, Bulletstorm, Unreal Tournament III, Unreal Tournament 2004, and the award-winning sports-action hit, Rocket League®. Psyonix joined the Epic Games family in 2019. 

© 2015-2023 Psyonix LLC. Rocket League, Psyonix, and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Psyonix LLC. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. 

Xbox at gamescom 2023

Today, Xbox shared details on what we have planned for gamescom 2023. This year, we’ll have the largest booth we’ve ever had at gamescom, featuring a huge amount of exciting new games coming to console, PC and Game Pass, fantastic photo opportunities, the return of Xbox FanFest and much more.

On the show floor we’ll have exclusive theatre presentations of Starfield, Forza Motorsport and Ara: History Untold. Towerborne, the newest adventure from the developers at Stoic, will be hands-on for the first time and we’ll have the latest content coming to The Elder Scrolls Online and Microsoft Flight Simulator. In addition, over 25 titles from our third-party partners and ID@Xbox friends will be playable, including the world debuts of GSC Game World’s S.T.A.L.K.E.R 2, Overkill Software and Starbreeze Studios’ Payday 3, DontNod’s recently announced Jusant, FromSoftware’s ARMORED CORE VI: Fires of Rubicon, Recreate Games’ Party Animals, CD PROJEKT RED’s Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, Spotlight by Quantic Dream’s Under the Waves, Sega Atlus‘ Persona 5 Tactica and many more.

After first being announced at gamescom in 2013, we’re also excited to celebrate 10 years of ID@Xbox, with a diverse range of ID@Xbox titles for hands-on, including Paradox’s Lamplighter’s League, Thunderful’s SteamWorld Build, Amplifier’s Lightyear Frontier, and lots more.

No matter where you are in the world, we will bring gamescom 2023 to you, with three days of approx. 3 hour live streams direct from the Xbox booth. We’ll also be hosting a special Xbox FanFest and participating in Devcom 2023, of which we are a proud sponsor.

To read more details of everything we’re up to at gamescom 2023, you can read our Xbox Wire post here.

Xbox has upgraded its media assets library. While Xbox Wire will still be the home for official Xbox news, Xbox Media Portal is now the home for new screenshots, b-roll, artwork, logos, fact sheets and assets. If you haven’t already registered for access, you can do so here.

SEVEN KNIGHTS 2 ACTIVATES CHALLENGE DUNGEONS AND NEW LEGENDARY+ HERO, VARION

LOS ANGELES – August 2, 2023 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, announces a new update for the mobile RPG Seven Knights 2. A brand new Legendary+ hero, Indomitable Guardian Varion, makes his debut in this update, along with a number of events, a new challenge dungeon and cosmetic items for players to enjoy.

Indomitable Guardian Varion is an Attack type, Ranged hero. When his HP drops to 50% or below, he recovers max HP, and increases his attack speed proportional to his ATK. This means he’s a great unit to use in conjunction with others that buff for a last stand before he goes down! He also deals damage ignoring shields to his target and deals additional DEF ignoring damage to those who are Branded. Lastly, he applies an unremovable debuff immunity to himself, while removing buffs on Universal type enemies.

As part of this update, Challenge Dungeons will also be introduced to Seven Knights 2. Challenge Dungeons are seasonal, with a ranking based on time to complete, as well as battle conditions. Players will be able to challenge Golden King Gigantus, a powerful foe that will push players to their absolute limit. And what’s more, players can set its level – the more powerful they make Galactus, the better rewards and higher scores they can earn.

Additionally, a new costume for Phine, Refreshing Sea Breeze, has been added to the game just in time to beat the summer heat with a special swimsuit.

Events taking place during this update include:

  • Summer Festival Check-in Event (Aug. 2 – Aug. 16): Players who check in for seven days during the event period can earn a Summer Festival Chest, Sealed Accessory Summon Voucher, and many other rewards.
  • Summer Festival Ticket Crafting Event (Aug. 2 – Aug. 30): Obtain the Summer Festival Chest from check-in events or in-game special mission events. These tickets can be used to  craft multiple rewards using the Summer Festival Chest. Rewards include Summer Festival Coins, Legendary Jewel Selection Ticket, Legendary+ Hero Summon Voucher and more.
  • Summer Festival Event Shop (Aug. 2 – Aug. 30): Players can use Summer Festival Coins obtained from multiple in-game events at the Summer Festival Event Shop. These coins can be exchanged for Legendary+ Pet Summon Voucher, Pet Step Up Summon Tickets and more.

The official sequel to Seven Knights, a game enjoyed by 60 million players globally, Seven Knights 2 takes place 20 years after the original and introduces beautiful open world gameplay. The story centers on the Daybreak Mercenaries who embark on a journey to find the last member of the Seven Knights, “Rudy,” after a series of events involving a mysterious girl named Phiné. Stunning cinematics and graphics powered by Unreal Engine 4 will immerse players in this epic game story filled with unique characters and powerful bosses. Players can collect and develop their heroes and experience a new combat system with powerful ultimates and suppressors.

Seven Knights 2 is available now for download on Google Play, App Store and Windows PC (beta).

More information on Seven Knights 2 can be found on the official Facebook page, YouTube and forums or by visiting Netmarble’s Global YouTube channel.

About Netmarble Corporation

Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds, The King of Fighters ALLSTAR, The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, and forthcoming PC games like Paragon: The Overprime. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

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What if Slay the Spire and Resident Evil had a grotesque child?

Istanbul, Turkey. June 20, 2023 –  Draft of Darkness was released in early access back in July 2021. Since its launch, over 4,000 players have braved the darkness in the challenging survival horror deckbuilder. Solo developer, Crawly Games, is excited to announce that Draft of Darkness is now ready to mutate into its final form when it leaves early access on the 23rd of August. Watch the Steam 1.0 release trailer below.

https://www.youtube.com/embed/9sZE1xr7wvI Draft of Darkness is set in a post-apocalyptic city plagued by…darkness! The procedurally generated and interconnected maps are infested with vile creatures, all of which require a unique approach to overcome. Some creatures are susceptible to brute force, while others require a more tactical ‘disabling’ approach.

Your decisions outside combat are just as important as those in combat, especially if you wish to survive the darkness-infested city. Statuses stay with you throughout your run, only being removed by well-managed navigation. You can upgrade your cards and equipment through in-world interactions and trading opportunities. Be warned, every action in Draft of Darkness has a reaction!

Draft of Darkness uses a unique card weapon system, where attack cards are associated with a weapon that requires ammo/resources. Looting these resources is only half the battle, as you’ll need to manage just how aggressively you use them in a run. Just like any true survival horror game, resource management is very important in Draft of Darkness.

Uncovering the secret of the low-fi world will unlock the deep and inter-webbed story of Draft of Darkness. Every stage of a run offers new characters to meet, fleshy TVs to play fancy dress with, and delicious (unknown) stews to feed to your party. Only by uncovering the full flow chart of the story will you learn the dark secrets behind the story.

Since its early access launch, Draft of Darkness has received several sizable updates. These updates include over 260 new cards being added, 4 new survivors to play as, 5 new companion types to unlock, 5 new weapons to utilize, 11 new boss fights, 58 new decision/story events, 45 new unique items to build around and 3 new ending for the game.

Game features:

A card is only as good as its weapon

Attack cards are linked to a weapon. Managing your weapons resources as well as your deck is vital to make sure your build is ready to defeat what lurks in the shadows.

Is the darkness better as a group?

Find different companion types lurking deep within the darkness. Manage the status of your party, and avoid radiation and infection at all costs!

Every death brings rewards

At the end of every run, you will receive credits that can be used to open booster packs to unlock new starting cards. Every death is a chance to find new strategies!

Be careful what you ask for

Draft of Darkness has a unique “meta-story progression” system. Every decision can alter the story’s outcome and allow for new ways to progress. Different choices are available in each run, but be careful; some will have serious consequences.

Draft of Darkness will leave Steam early access on Wednesday, the 23rd of August. The game will receive a price increase for its 1.0 launch, which will see it cost $17.99/£14.99/17.49€. 

If you want to review Draft of Darkness, please request a review key below. Review keys will be available from the 9th of August.

Skillprint CEO Chethan Ramachandran to Speak at SIGGRAPH on August 7 in LA on “Unleashing the Power of AI to Personalize Games”

August 2, 2023 – Skillprint, a pioneer in personalizing games to match the personality, cognitive skills, and motivations of players, today announced that its CEO, Chethan Ramachandran, will be a distinguished speaker at SIGGRAPH 2023, showcasing the latest advancements in computer graphics and interactive techniques. This year’s conference will be held August 6-10 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. On August 7, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Room 518, Chethan Ramachandran will present an enlightening session on “Unleashing the Power of AI to Personalize Games.”

Chethan’s talk will delve into groundbreaking advances in utilizing artificial intelligence to customize gaming experiences based on individual players’ unique attributes. By exploring the intersection of AI, gaming, and personalization, attendees will gain valuable insights into how AI can revolutionize the gaming industry by driving innovation in the games industry, enhancing player engagement, and fostering player fulfillment.

Skillprint is at the forefront of pioneering cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance gaming experiences for players worldwide. Drawing upon neuroscience research, player gameplay data, and comprehensive game characteristics and ratings, Skillprint recently launched into beta the AdaptivePlay AI Platform that evaluates and nurtures players’ cognitive skills and personality traits to provide a personalized gaming experience. Over time, AdaptivePlay will provide developers with the ability to balance the game’s difficulty, progression, rewards, and gameplay in real-time based on the player’s personality, behaviors, and abilities.

For more information about Skillprint and to schedule a time to meet at SIGGRAPH, please visit www.skillprint.co.

About Skillprint
Skillprint is at the intersection of gaming and cognitive science and uses AI to reveal insights about a player’s talents, mindset, and personality traits. Its mission is to democratize access to insights that empower individuals and game developers to thrive.

Founded in 2019, Skillprint’s Insights are embedded in 40+ games which collect and analyze an average of 1,200+ events per player per game session and predict a player’s personality traits and cognitive skills and help them to achieve their desired mood. Combining neuroscience research, player gameplay data, and over 150+ game characteristics and ratings, Skillprint can vet games for their ability to assess and develop a player’s cognitive skills and personality traits, positively affect their mood, and help them to achieve their goals.

The company has raised $3.5 million in funding, backed by private investors and leading VCs in the gaming, mental wellness, and future of learning sectors.

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart Review

Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart

Developer: Insomniac Games
Publisher: PlayStation PC
Platforms: PlayStation 5PC (Reviewed)
Release Date: 26 Jul 2023
Price: – $59.99 USD – Available Here $124.95 AUD – Available Here

Overview

You’re familiar with the expression “better late than never”, right? It’s something I use whenever I see a previously exclusive console title finally making its way to PC. Although, the choice of titles has been a bit puzzling, to put it mildly. Still no sign of Bloodborne or Ghost of Tsushima but we did get those Spider-man games, Days Gone and the first God of War. And now we have a……..ninth installment in the Ratchet & Clank series. Wait, what?

Story

To be fair, this series started on PS2 going all the way to PS5 so having all of them released on PC would be nothing short of impossible now. Not to mention that some of the games look incredibly dated so releasing them now would be an incredible waste of time and resources. Either way, we get to play the latest (and best-looking) game in the series so far so let’s get right on it.

A celebratory parade for Ratchet & Clank is cut short after their antagonist Dr Nefarious tries to ruin the day. Things go from bad to worse when Nefarious makes Ratchet shoots the Dimensionator device on accident thus endangering the whole fabric of time and space. Dimensional portals start appearing randomly throughout the levels so it is up to us now to restore the fabric and repair dimensions as well as putting the stop to Dr Nefarious for good.

Gameplay

One thing that’s been a staple of this series is a selection of ridiculous weapons and Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is no stranger to that. Do you want to turn enemies into flowers or attack them with a dozen of tiny buzzsaws? How about turning them into low res collection of pixels? There is a gun for that too. Or a weapon that drops objects on their heads from other dimensions? Despite the weapon craziness, one thing is for sure – shooting them never felt so good. Speaking of dimensional tears and lifts, now you have a rift tether at your disposal that can be used to close the gaps efficiently. You don’t feel like traveling to the other end of the map or a level section? No worries, with one button press you can bring that part of the level to you instead!

On top of that, the game is filled with secrets and optional content. Checking out every nook and cranny might lead you to new armor sets for your character and digging deeper for hidden spybots throughout the level will eventually reward you with RYNO 8, one of the most powerful weapons in the game.

Visuals

One thing about the Nixxes team is that they’ve been doing stellar work so far when it comes to porting previous console exclusives to PC. I wrote praises about them so far regarding Horizon: Zero Dawn and Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered games. Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart is no exception to that as well. Even if you have a potato PC you could probably run this on medium without breaking a sweat cause the optimization is just that good.

The level of design in this installment is amazing and there is a fine mix of cyberpunk/industrial-heavy levels followed by planet(s) that are rich in flora and fauna. There is one particular level later in the game where you have to shift between dimensions to get to the end and fix something and it is nothing short of remarkable and reminiscing of that cult Effect and Cause level from Titanfall 2.

Audio

When it comes to sound, I did experience some random absence of audio when booting up the game but that was easily fixed by restarting it. Other than that, the voice acting and soundtrack are on par with the visuals and everything else. If you feel like some tracks are better than most, there is a handy jukebox in a space cantina where you can be a pretend DJ (and annoy the guests) by playing your favorite tracks.

Overall

There isn’t much bad to say about this game. One thing I can tell you for sure is that the system requirements for the game on the Steam store page are a lie and the game can run on far lower configurations than those that are listed as minimum. Aside from above mentioned audio bugs, I did experience some random crashes here and there in my first 6 hours of playtime but the latest hotfix seems to have corrected that. In any case, Nixxes has done it again. They have proven themselves time and time again that they are “the studio” when it comes to porting to PC.

Capsule Computers review guidelines can be found here.

Wargaming Turns 25 Today!

The company celebrates the anniversary with exciting in-game events, special offers, and donation to Ukraine

August 2nd, 2023 — Wargaming has turned 25 today! Since its formation in 1998, the company has released over 20 titles across all major gaming platforms bringing immersive online hobbies to millions of players worldwide. To support this significant milestone, Wargaming is planning an exciting series of in-game activities, events, and exclusive offers on Steam. 

From August 2 to August 8, Steam players can enjoy limited-time promotions: free anniversary DLCs from the flagship Wargaming titles; a special anniversary multiproduct bundle “WG25: 4-in-1” consisting of powerful vehicles, days of Premium Account, customisation elements that is available at a huge 90% discount. A special 70% reduction will be offered to World of Tanks/World of Warships anniversary cross-product bundle. More details here: https://store.steampowered.com/publisher/wargaming/sale/wargaming25thanniversary

In addition to the Steam offerings, Wargaming has prepared a variety of extra in-game activities. World of Tanks PC players can partake in a 25th anniversary-themed event to earn credits, different types of combat ratio, decals, emblems, day of Premium Account and more. World of Warships captains will be able to get extra economic bonuses, signal flags and other gifts by completing a series of special missions. World of Tanks Blitz offers a dedicated “Wargaming Turns 25!” quest with a legendary anniversary avatar as one of the rewards. World of Warplanes presents a chain of battle missions that will bring great prizes and a unique emblem.

“Back in 1998, I could hardly imagine that we would grow from a small group of friends united by our love for creating video games into a truly successful global company,” said Victor Kislyi, CEO of Wargaming. “Today we celebrate not only our achievements but also the shared journey with the gaming industry, our talented employees, and our passionate players. Here’s to the next chapter, as we will continue to create unforgettable experiences to gamers across the globe. Happy Birthday, Wargaming!”

On the occasion of the 25th anniversary, Wargaming continues its ongoing support of the people of Ukraine by donating $250,000 through United24, the official fundraising platform of Ukraine. The money will be applied to purchase medical equipment, to assist people affected by the war in Ukraine.

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, Kyiv 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

This Month in Red Dead Online: Double Rewards on Free Roam Events, A Land of Opportunities Missions, New Public Enemy Variations Coming Soon, and more

Travel the Five States and Receive Double Rewards on Free Roam EventsPlus, Get Special Month Long Bonuses, 2X Rewards on A Land of Opportunities Missions, and More

Roaming the frontier in Red Dead Online can be rewarding in its own right, and now doubly so with Free Roam Events paying out 2X RDO$, Gold, and XP through September 4. Accept Free Roam Event invites to put your skills to the test against other players in these competitive challenges over the next five weeks and complete a Free Roam event each week to receive an assortment of rewards:

  • August 1 – 7: Reward for 5,000 Character XP
  • August 8 – 14: Reward for a Treasure Map leading to a haul near O’Creagh’s Run
  • August 15 – 21: 20X Shotgun Explosive Slug Ammo
  • August 22 – 28: 3X Potent Health Cures
  • August 29 – September 4: Offer for 50% off a Stable Slot

Plus, keep an eye out for a new telegram from “J” later this month. There’s word of some new cases requiring steady aim and an outlaw’s steady aim on the horizon.

2X RDO$ and XP on Free Roam Missions

Keep an eye out for Strangers while out and about on your travels. These interactions with new and familiar characters could lead you down the path of Free Roam Missions which vary based on your Honor level and dole out Double Rewards upon completion.

Monthlong Bonuses and More
Determined outlaws who complete a five-day Daily Challenge streak at any point between August 1 and September 4 will receive an Offer for 5 Gold Bars off one of the following items to help establish the Frontier Pursuit of their choosing:

Naturalist Sample Kit | Butcher Table | Bounty Hunter or Prestigious Bounty Hunter License | Moonshine Shack | Collector’s Bag

In addition to the RDO$ and XP bonuses on all Free Roam Events, join this trio of Role-based Free Roam Events to earn additional rewards:

  • Participate in the Day of Reckoning Free Roam Event to receive an Offer for 30% off a Veteran or Prestigious Bounty Hunter Role Item.
  • Participate in the Salvage Free Roam Event to receive an Offer for 40% off an Established or Distinguished Collector Role Item.
  • Participate in the Trade Route Free Roam Event to receive an Offer for 40% off an Established or Distinguished Trader Role Item.

All Offers and Rewards will be delivered within 72 hours of completion.

2X RDO$, Gold, and XP on the Featured Series

Don’t get caught acting lily-livered — flex some competitive muscle in the weekly rotating Featured Series and earn Double Rewards. This month’s selection of chaotic, action-packed modes begins with the territory-claiming Overrun. Look for different modes each week, including new variations on Public Enemy later this month.

2X RDO$, Gold, and XP on A Land of Opportunities Story Missions

Help the widowed dame Jessica LeClerk and her right-hand man Horley exact frontier justice in A Land of Opportunities. Receive 2X RDO$, Gold, and XP on these story-based cooperative missions for two to four players, with different scenarios depending on your honor level.

2X RDO$ and XP on Races

Accelerate from a canter to a full gallop in any and all Races: Standard, Open, Target, and Open Target Races are all dishing out Double Rewards this month.

As a reward for your tenacity and your steed’s stamina, placing Top 3 in any Race this month will get you a green pair of the limited time only Vaquero Baroque Spurs.


2X RDO$ and XP on Call to Arms

Stand your ground, protect yourself and your allies, and glory is surely yours. Fight off wave after wave of increasingly armed enemies, heal your allies in the downtime between rounds, and you’ll be rewarded with 2X RDO$ and XP, all month long in Call to Arms.

Community-Inspired Outfit

YouTuber JillyBeany does inspired work creating outfits for the ladies of Red Dead Online, but we think her beautiful ensemble dubbed “The Blues” works handsomely for cowboys as well.

Visit participating Tailors or order the following articles of clothing to assemble this month’s Community-Inspired Outfit for free until September 4:

Also, make sure to try on returning clothing like the Concho Pants and Cardozo Vest, available for a limited time only.

Discounts:

  • Camp Tents and Camp Dogs – 30% off 
  • Fast Travel, Camp Setup, and Relocation Fees – Waived
  • Greetings and Receptions Emotes – 40% off 
  • Special Horse Medicine and Reviver Pamphlets – 40% off 
  • Rifles – 40% off 
  • Revolver and Repeater Ammo – 30% off 
  • Missouri Fox Trotter Horses – 30% off
  • Pants – 40% off