Massive update from Larian Studios reveals advanced release plus long-awaited game details

DUBLIN – June 29, 2023 – In a Community Update posted today, Larian Studios revealed that Baldur’s Gate 3 will release on August 3 on PC – almost a month early – and September 6 on PlayStation 5, just a week later than its previously announced release date of August 31.

“We’ve always been a studio that aims to release on as many platforms as possible, in order of readiness. We’ve also aimed for the highest possible quality on every platform we’ve released on. We’re at a point where we’re reaching 60 FPS on PlayStation 5, which is remarkable considering the breadth and depth Baldur’s Gate 3 aims for. It features over 170 hours of cinematics, more than twice the length of the entirety of Game of Thrones, and more than three times the dialogue of all three Lord of the Rings novels combined. It is a massive, expansive game that truly brings D&D to life, with multiplayer and split-screen co-op, and at a scale that’s roughly four times that of our previous game, Divinity: Original Sin 2,” said Director of Publishing Michael Douse.

“Reaching a technical bar that matches our design ambitions felt like the right move, while holding back the PC version when we knew we’d be ready felt like the wrong move in such a busy launch period,” added Douse.

In a feature-filled Community Update, Larian reveals many long-awaited details about the content of Baldur’s Gate 3 – from which D&D races and classes will appear in the game, to new playable characters and companions, to a wide array of new character customization options – as well as some staggering statistics about the RPG’s scope.

Larian has pulled these stats to put the scale of Baldur’s Gate 3 into perspective:

• Containing more dialogue than three times all three Lord of the Rings books combined, the script for Baldur’s Gate 3 contains over 2 million words
• With over 170 hours of cinematics, twice the length of every season of Game of Thrones combined
• Seven playable protagonists, each with their own rich stories, personalities, desires, and objectives, as well as a best-in-class character creation system for custom characters
• Play as one of 11 playable races and 31 subraces, with multiple body types
• 12 classes and 46 subclasses, compared to Divinity: Original Sin 2’s 10 “schools of spells”
• Over 600 spells and actions (excluding upcasts), compared to Divinity: Original Sin 2’s 225 player spells and actions

“We set out to make a game that would reward player creativity and truly bring D&D to life in a cinematic way that explores the breadth and depth RPGs can offer. Baldur’s Gate 3 has become an astronomical game that never fails to surprise, and I’m super proud of the team. We couldn’t have done this without our early access community, but it’s crazy to think that all this time they experienced less than a quarter of what BG3 has to offer. I cannot wait to hear the stories our players will tell when the full game releases. It’s time to gather your party!” said CEO and Creative Director Swen Vincke.

Larian will finally explore the full scope of their sprawling RPG on July 7 during the Panel From Hell: Release Showcase live show.

For more information, please refer to the Community Update.

Additional information on Baldur’s Gate 3 is available on the official website. You can stay up to date with the latest Larian Studios news via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and the official Discord server.

About Larian Studios

Larian Studios is an independent RPG developer founded in 1996 in Ghent, Belgium. Over 400 people work between worldwide studios in Ghent, Quebec, Dublin, Guildford, Malaysia and Barcelona. Larian is best known for the Divinity universe, which they introduced to the world with Divine Divinity in 2002. In 2014, Larian launched Divinity: Original Sin, a classic CRPG that won over 150 awards and nominations. The company released its critically acclaimed sequel Divinity: Original Sin 2 on Sept. 14, 2017, followed by the Definitive Edition in August 2018 for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One to a 93 Metacritic rating. The Nintendo Switch version released in September 2019 featuring cross-save progression between Nintendo Switch and Steam. Divinity: Original Sin 2 won a BAFTA for Best Multiplayer Game. In October 2020, Larian Studios released the early access version of Baldur’s Gate 3.

Return to this eternally-loved game as you’ve never seen it before

Amsterdam — The Netherlands | June 29, 2023 – Kakao Games are thrilled to announce that Eternal Return will officially leave early access this July! The newly-named Eternal Return 1.0 is the culmination of years of feedback, testing and development and will be released on July 20. 

Eternal Return — available since October 2020 in Early Access — sees players face-off in a unique multiplayer online area. Combatants are encouraged to utilise various battle strategies, and an expansive roster of characters, before hopefully walking away victorious — as the lone survivor. With 50,000 concurrent users at peak during Early Access, Eternal Return received incredible feedback and was awarded the ‘Popular Game Award’ at the 2021 Korea Game Awards.

A perfect starting point for new players to jump in, or returning players to discover what’s new, Eternal Return 1.0 follows 70 major updates and 9 seasons of growing content. Kakao Games and Nimble Neuron have focused on improving this beloved MOBA and making it the game its players have always known it could be.

The entire experience has been rebuilt from the ground up, ensuring that it is as streamlined as possible, especially traversal, which players in Early Access have asked to see developed. Previously, players needed to learn how to “climb with a rope” or “scale a wall”, with some sections already crashed or “fallen”. In 1.0, this process is much simpler.

Eternal Return 1.0’s Launch Update also comes with a host of new features that connect players to the game like never before. Players will be able explore the incredible world of Lumia Island like never before. 

Alongside its new features, from the 28th of June to the 17 of July, players can earn a host of new cosmetic extras including: 

• 4 Emotes
• Midnight Aurora Rio Skin
• Dr. Nadja Icons
• Dr. Nadja Background
• Dr. Nadja Border

For a sneak peak on what to expect from this revolutionary launch, check out our teaser trailer below:

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Kakao Games and Nimble Neuron will continue to disclose information about Eternal Return 1.0 through the Dev Journal, so keep an eye out for more news ahead of the official launch on July 20.

About Eternal Return

On the deserted Lumia Island, the seedy organisation known as AGLAIA is conducting secret experiments on human subjects in a bid to perfect a new race of extraordinary humans. Scour the island for materials to craft armour and weapons and be the last one standing in this thrilling, challenging multiplayer online survival arena.

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 (service in North America, Europe and Oceania), Kong Studios’ Guardian Tales (serviced in North America, Europe, Latin America and Oceania), and Moonlight Sculptor (serviced in North America and Europe).  

About Nimble Neuron Founded in 2013, Nimble Neuron, mostly known for its PC Game Eternal Return. Nimble Neuron is made of passionate game players who have the common goal of creating hihigh-qualityames for the enjoyment of players all across the globe.

Team NINJA’s Action RPG Adds a New Story Chapter, Divine Beast, Missions, and More!

Hetfordshire,  29^th June 2023 — Today, KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Team NINJA are proud to announce the launch of the first DLC for Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, their demon-infested, dark fantasy action RPG, now available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and PC via Windows and Steam®.

Discover the launch trailer of Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty’s first DLC on YouTube

The new story chapter, entitled “Battle of Zhongyuan”, follows Cao Cao’s army after the collapse of the anti-Dong Zhuo coalition, and includes new stages “Mt. Nishan” and “Yuan City”. The DLC pack also features new generals like Dian Wei, new demons including “Bingcan” and “Huodou”, the new Divine Beast “Feilian”, the new weapon type “cestus”, as well as an increased difficulty level to help make battles even more challenging!

In addition to the paid DLC, a free update is available beginning today that includes collaborative armor with the popular action game NARAKA: BLADEPOINT.

To help celebrate all of the new content, a sale is being held at each digital platform store where you can purchase the digital version of Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty at 25% off the regular price.

Orders for Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty collaborative products with apparel manufacturer EDWIN are also now available. A total of six types of items are for sale, including “Indigo Footwear” and a pair of hakama-shaped jeans inspired by Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty. In addition, customers who purchase these items will receive a downloadable content serial code for exclusive collaborative armor, as well as a plush toy. Visit the special EDWIN store site for more details.

For more information on Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, visit the official site, Like us on Facebook, Join us on the KOEI TECMO Europe Discord server, and Follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @koeitecmoeurope or @WoLongOfficial.

ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warriors series, the fan-favourite Ninja Gaiden and fighting entertainment title Dead or Alive. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of GUST, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com

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Play through the first level as Sun Wukong and check out the trailer to see what’s next for Champion Shift

San Juan, Puerto Rico, 29 June, 2023 | SRG Studios is proud and excited to release the Champion Shift Gameplay trailer and demo. Seize the opportunity to jump into the action by downloading the demo on Steam. Champion Shift is a co-op action roguelike allowing players to take the roles of mythical champions, shift into unique vehicle forms and slaughter hordes of infinite enemies.

Experience the demo through the form of Sun Wukong in his first level of the game. Sun Wukong has an arsenal of individualized abilities at his disposal, and paired with his mighty staff and powerful vehicle form, he leads the growing underground resistance slated against the evil Dominion forces.

Defeat hordes of enemies, level up, and add powerful boons to your kit to face off against the final boss. How long can you stay alive? 

The trailer features a first look at Champions Shift’s diverse maps. Are you ready to battle through the neon-lit streets of downtown or the dangerous laboratories hidden in the outskirts? What other locations might hold the Dominion’s secrets?

Get a sneak peek of the many champions featured in Champion Shift’s final release: the powerful Gilgamesh, the cunning bow-wielder, Tomoe Gozen, and the Greek goddess Athena.

Are you ready to fight for your life? Download the Champion Shift demo here.

Full Game Features:

– Unlock globally iconic legendary champions, such as Sun Wukong, Athena, Gilgamesh and many more!

– Battle in special events and leaderboards for unique rewards.

– Simple controls with default auto attacks and the option to manually aim.

– Survive challenging enemy encounters that reward your playstyle and strategy.

– Shift forms between Vehicle and Champion, each with their own playstyles, strengths and weaknesses.

– Hundreds of abilities and boons allow you to construct your perfect run.

– Play solo or co-op with up to 4 players.

Champion Shift is now available to wishlist on Steam, and is slated to release later this year. 

About SRG Studios

SRG Studios was founded in 2013 with a focus on developing mobile games. Known for games like Jaws.io, Ink inc, Heroes Inc, and Sausage Wars – our games have been downloaded over 200 million times. The release of Champion Shift will mark our transition from mobile games developer to developing games for consoles and PC.

Get the open-world roguelite’s first paid DLC – “Hammers of Ávalt” – for free until July 13!

STOCKHOLM – June 29, 2023 – Systemic Reaction’s open-world roguelite Ravenbound has revealed a new DLC today alongside its latest 1.1 content update. The “Hammers of Ávalt” DLC, free to keep on Steam for a limited time, introduces the brand-new hammer weapon type, giving players powerful new ways to slay their foes. In addition, the free Update 1.1 delivers a new skill tree for progression, secrets to uncover, and a range of improvements and bug fixes for all players. And with the removal of the Apex Connect requirement, players can now choose to experience Ravenbound’s fantasy open world offline for the first time!

“Hammers of Ávalt” DLC

Clobber your way through this Scandinavian folklore-inspired fantasy world with a powerful new weapon type: the hammer! Ravenbound’s first paid DLC, “Hammers of Ávalt” introduces 13 hammers with varied abilities, as well as six special effect cards so players can further customize their arsenal. Beginning later today, players can pick up the “Hammers of Ávalt” DLC for free on Steam until July 13, after which it will be available for $3.99.

Update 1.1 Features

• Play Online or Offline: Previously mandatory, Ravenbound’s Apex Connect requirement has been removed! Players are now free to experience the game either online or offline for the first time.
• New Skill Tree: Players can now earn skill tree points to unlock perks and other skills, allowing for meaningful progression with each run.
• New Hidden Treasure: Four new variants of hidden treasure have been introduced, letting players unlock coins, health, mana, blessings, and mitigate Hatred.
• Combat Balancing: Tons of adjustments to enemy strength and behavior have been made to further balance combat difficulty.

This new content joins a wealth of post-launch updates added since the game’s release earlier this year, including an overhaul of the Hatred System, balance and pacing improvements, new cards and increased card variety, a redesigned Vessel Select menu, and numerous bug fixes and quality-of-life enhancements.

Ravenbound will be available for 20% off during the Steam Summer Sale. For more information, visit www.RavenboundGame.com, and keep up with the latest updates by following the team on Twitter, Facebook, Discord and TikTok.

Today, PlayStation Australia is happy to reveal the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for July. The Monthly Games lineup of Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Alan Wake Remastered and Endling – Extinction is Forever will be available to PlayStation Plus members on Tuesday, July 4 until Monday July 31. 

Let’s take a closer look at each of the games in turn. 

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War Cross-Gen Bundle | PS4, PS5 

Black Ops Cold War drops players into the depths of the Cold War’s volatile geopolitical battle of the early 1980s. Come face-to-face with historical figures and hard truths as you battle around the globe in iconic locales like East Berlin, Vietnam, Turkey, Soviet KGB headquarters, and more. As an elite operative, follow the trail of a shadowy figure on a mission to destabilise the global balance of power and change the course of history. Descend into the dark centre of a global conspiracy alongside iconic characters Woods, Mason and Hudson, as well as a new cast of operatives attempting to stop a plot decades in the making. Beyond the Campaign, Cold War brings an arsenal of weapons and equipment into the next generation of Multiplayer and Zombies experiences. Cold War brings an arsenal of weapons and equipment into thrilling Multiplayer and Zombies experiences.

Alan Wake Remastered | PS4, PS5

Return to the mysterious town of Bright Falls in this remaster of the award-winning cinematic action game from Remedy Entertainment (Control, Max Payne), featuring overhauled visuals and new features. Troubled author Alan Wake embarks on a desperate search for his missing wife, Alice. Following her mysterious disappearance from the Pacific Northwest town of Bright Falls, he discovers pages of a horror story he has supposedly written, but has no memory of. Wake is soon forced to question his sanity, as page by page, the story comes true before his eyes: a hostile presence of supernatural darkness is taking over everyone it finds, turning them against him. He has no choice but to confront the forces of darkness armed only with his flashlight, a handgun and what remains of his shredded mind. His nightmarish journey to find answers to the mind-bending mystery he faces will lead him into the terrifying depths of the night.

Endling – Extinction is Forever | PS4, PS5 

Experience a world ravaged by mankind through the eyes of the last fox on Earth in this eco-conscious adventure. Discover the destructive force of the human race as it corrupts, pollutes and exploits the most precious and valuable resources of the natural environment day by day. Explore various 3D side-scrolling areas and defend your tiny furballs, feed them, watch them grow up, notice their unique personalities and fears and most importantly, help them to survive. Use the cover of night to stealthily guide the fox’s litter towards a safer place. Spend the day resting in an improvised shelter and plan the next move carefully – it could be the last for the fox and its cubs.

Last chance to download June’s Monthly Games 

PlayStation Plus members have until Monday, July 3 to add NBA 2K23, Jurassic World Evolution 2 and Trek to Yomi to their game library. 

PlayStation Plus Spotify Playlist 

Also, check out our PlayStation Plus monthly games-inspired playlist on Spotify, which will be refreshed with new songs every month.

To find out more about the updates to PlayStation Plus head to PlayStation.com.

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From the most viewed YouTube video in history ‘Baby Shark’, comes its first standalone PC and console rhythmic adventure video game for the whole family to enjoy

Outright Games, the leading global publisher of family-friendly interactive entertainment, is thrilled to reveal Baby Shark: Sing & Swim Party, a brand new video game developed in collaboration with The Pinkfong Company, the global entertainment company behind the cultural phenomenon Baby Shark. With the most viewed video on YouTube and RIAA Diamond certification (11x Platinum), this record-setting sensation is being brought to life, in its first standalone PC and console game, with an all-new rhythmic adventure game. Baby Shark: Sing & Swim Party launches 15th September 2023 for Nintendo Switch™ and digitally for PlayStation 4®, PlayStation 5®, , Xbox One, Xbox X|S, and Steam.

Baby Shark: Sing & Swim Party is a cooperative rhythmic adventure where players will be fully immersed in the vibrant Baby Shark universe with one goal: to sing and have fun with friends and family. Players will swim across oceans as either Baby Shark, Mommy Shark, Daddy Shark, Grandma Shark, or Grandpa Shark to unlock the story of family and friendship as they complete each level. Players can swim solo or team up with up to 3 family members and friends in 4-player local co-op mode. Fans will get to enjoy 30 songs including catchy classics such as ‘Baby Shark’, ‘Disco Sharks’, and ‘Shark Dance Party’ on their oceanic adventure.

The story unfolds in the unique style of following the Shark Family as they take a vacation across the ocean to the Fin-Tastic Festival, the biggest music contest in the whole ocean. Baby Shark: Sing & Swim Party allows players to explore 7 recognisable locations from the fan-favourite Baby Shark videos such as the stunning Tropical Bay, the vast Ocean City, and the dark Kingdom of the Deep, to get to the festival. The game features Rhythm or Runner Mode where players have to stay on the beat and complete levels to collect cards and stickers. For extra fun, the five playable characters from the Shark Family are customizable with unlockable costumes and skins to collect in-game.

The game has been created with all family members in mind, and designed to be accessible and educational for even the youngest Baby Shark fans. As they travel across the ocean, young gamers, between 3-6 years old, will also be helped to develop their psychomotor skills through rhythmic gameplay and a gradual difficulty curve. To help young players who are learning to read, the game developers have incorporated a full game voice-over for all dialogue, location names, and instructions. The game features festivals and holidays from around the globe such as Día de los Santos as well as music from many genres like orchestral music, reggaeton, and rock. Short levels and easy repetition mechanics position Baby Shark: Sing & Swim Party asthe perfect introductory game for young gamers to learn how to play.

Pinkfong’s Baby Shark has been captivating fans around the world since it first broke the internet in 2015. After taking the world by storm, Baby Shark has expanded its universe with an animated TV series, podcasts, live shows, merchandise, and even a full-length feature film in development for the 2023 holiday season. With the upcoming Baby Shark: Sing & Swim Party, fans can look forward to another extraordinary chapter in Baby Shark’s legacy of fostering imagination, creativity, and love for music in the hearts of families everywhere.

Stephanie Malham, ​COO, Outright Games Ltd, says: “We are delighted to be working with Pinkfong on their first ‘Baby Shark’ console game and our first project together as licensing partners. Games provide a dynamic entertainment experience and help shape meaningful audio, visual and haptic interactions. Baby Shark: Sing & Swim Party will create a brand new way for fans to interact with the IP.”

Baby Shark: Sing & Swim Party will launches 15th September 2023 for Nintendo Switch™ and digitally for PlayStation 4®, PlayStation 5®, , Xbox One, Xbox X|S, and Steam. The game will be available in 26 languages.

About Outright Games:

Outright Games is a global video games publisher with a focus on bringing quality family entertainment to a worldwide audience. Founded in 2016, Outright Games has established its place in the market delivering engaging interactive games of beloved entertainment licences globally. Outright Games brings stories and characters to life with titles including favourites such as Peppa Pig: World Adventures with Hasbro, DC’s Justice League: Cosmic Chaos with Warner, Star Trek Prodigy: Supernova and Paw Patrol: Grand Prix with Nickelodeon, and DreamWorks Dragons: Legends of The Nine Realms with NBC Universal. With an Outright Games title, there will be fun for all the family to enjoy.

About The Pinkfong Company

The Pinkfong Company is a global entertainment company that delivers content and entertaining experiences around the world. Driven by award-winning brands and IPs, the company has created and distributed a range of content across genres and formats including original animated series, world live tours, interactive games, and more. Believing in the power of entertaining and engaging content, The Pinkfong Company is committed to connecting people around the world and bringing joy and inspiration to worldwide audiences of all ages.

About Reco Technology

Recotechnology is a company founded by professionals from the entertainment and media sector with a long experience in the field of video games. Since its incorporation in 2012 it has developed multiple games for the different platforms of Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo, PC/Steam, Android, IOS… being an official developer and publisher of all of them. From our origin we seek to develop new and high quality games and IPs for all types of audiences.

BLUE ARCHIVE CELEBRATES “NEW YEAR’S APERITIF ONE-AND-DONE MATCH” EVENT STORY IN NEW UPDATE

Highlights:

• Players can join the Gourmet Research Society’s fight to save Sparrow.
• Two new students, Haruna (New Year) and Fuuka (New Year), enter the fray.
• Nexon released two new promotional videos on Blue Archive’s official YouTube channel to welcome the new arrivals.

NEXON Korea Corp. (CEO: Jung-Hun Lee) announced on Wednesday, June 28, an update for Blue Archive’s latest story event, “New Year’s Aperitif: One-and-Done Match,” developed by their subsidiary company Nexon Games (CEO: Yong-Hyun Park).

In this story, the Gourmet Research Society takes on unimaginable obstacles so they can enjoy delicious food. Players can join their fight against the major distribution company, Nyao Foods, in a cookoff to save Sparrow.

Two new students join the battlefield as well:

• Haruna (New Year) – Haruna (New Year) is an Explosive-type Striker student from Gehenna Academy. When using her EX Skill: Gourmand’s Rage, she deals damage proportional to her ATK to up to five enemies in order. She also deals damage in a circle around her.
• Fuuka (New Year) – Fuuka (New Year) is a Piercing-type Special student from the same academy. Her EX Skill, School Lunch Club’s Osechi, reduces the cost of EX skills for one ally by up to 50% while increasing their Crit DMG.

In addition to the story update, Mission 21 has been updated to include new missions where players can earn Pyroxenes by completing tasks, leveling up student skills and earning and using Credits. Nexon also released two new PVs on Blue Archive’s official YouTube channel that features a different side of the Gourmet Research Society students, including Fuuka, Haruna, and Junko from the School Lunch Club as they welcome the new year.

In other news, Nexon announced on Wednesday, June 21 that the official global YouTube channel for Blue Archive has surpassed 100,000 subscribers. To commemorate the milestone, all users received one 10-Recruitment Ticket.

For more information about “New Year’s Aperitif One-and-Done Match” and Blue Archive, players can visit the official Blue Archive communities.

About NEXON Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1994, NEXON Co., Ltd. (Nexon) (3659.TO) is a company engaged in the production, development and operation of online games and Virtual Worlds. First listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon was placed on JPX400 in 2015 and added to the Nikkei Stock Index 300 in 2017. In 2020, Nexon was added to the Nikkei 225. Nexon currently has more than 45 live games on multiple platforms including mobile and available in more than 190 countries. Major game franchises include MapleStory, KartRider and Dungeon&Fighter. In 2021, Nexon completed the acquisition of Embark Studios AB, a company based in Stockholm, Sweden, developing multiple projects for global release.

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The Grinch: Christmas Adventures is the first video game based on Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas! in sixteen years and releases this October on consoles and PC.

Outright Games, the leading global publisher of family-friendly interactive entertainment, and Dr. Seuss Enterprises, a leading global children’s entertainment company, are excited to reveal their new video game The Grinch: Christmas Adventures. Marking the first video game released in sixteen years, fans will be able to experience an all new adventure inspired by the classic children’s book, How The Grinch Stole Christmas!. Play as The Grinch to steal the Whos’ Christmas in a vividly colourful, side-scrolling platformer available on October 13^th on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch  and digitally on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PC.

Featuring colourful visuals inspired by Dr. Seuss’s original illustrations from the beloved story, players must embark on a quest as The Grinch to ruin Christmas for The Whos. Accompanied by his faithful dog Max, who will help you to complete dastardly missions to steal all the presents, players will be faced with the spirit of Christmas, from joyful singing to twinkling fairy lights, as they as they make their way across the iconic town of Who-ville

Complete puzzles to unlock special abilities and gadgets that include snowballs to freeze creatures in your way, including a Santa disguise for stealthy sneaking, a lasso candy cane, and a jumping jetpack. Speed up your devious antics by traversing parts of Who-ville on a sleigh or snowboard. As the story progresses, players will discover the spirit of Christmas and help the Grinch’s heart grow three sizes.

Fans can expect to be fully immersed with the story as The Grinch: Christmas Adventures features recognisable environments, characters, and a host of Christmas details that will delight everyone during the festive season.

The Grinch carries over 65 years of history; first published in 1957, the book was written and illustrated by Dr. Seuss and has evolved over the decades to remain an iconic Christmas tale. Through the books an entire universe has been created, offering The Grinch a global platform through film, musicals, celebrity collaborations, fashion, and more. The Grinch: Christmas Adventures is a modern iteration of the classic Christmas tale. The game can be played in up to 2-person couch co-op, and offers accessibility features for the littlest of gamers from ages 5 and up in order to introduce a new generation of fans to the imaginative rhyming world of Dr. Seuss.

Stephanie Malham, ​COO, Outright Games Ltd, said: “The Grinch is one of the most enduring and festive brands in entertainment with a 60+ year history. We appreciate that Dr Seuss Enterprises understands how video games celebrate a beloved story while modernising a classic work for new audiences. We are grateful to bring this timeless tale to families and to be trusted with creating a new video game for this generation.”

Hernán Castillo, CTO from Casual Borthers Ltd said: “With “The Grinch: Christmas Adventures” we were motivated to create an accessible platformer that is fun, and can be played by fans of all ages. We’ve worked closely with Dr. Seuss Enterprises to determine how to remain faithful to the original story, and build the definitive interactive experience in game form, while also creating our own 2023 version of the Grinch, Max, and Who-ville.”

The Grinch: Christmas Adventures will be available on October 13^th on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch  and digitally on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PC

About Outright Games:

Outright Games is a global video games publisher with a focus on bringing quality family entertainment to a worldwide audience. Founded in 2016, Outright Games has established its place in the market delivering engaging interactive games of beloved entertainment licences globally. Outright Games brings stories and characters to life with titles including favorites such as Peppa Pig: World Adventures with Hasbro, DC’s Justice League: Cosmic Chaos with Warner, Star Trek Prodigy: Supernova and Paw Patrol: Grand Prix with Nickelodeon, and DreamWorks Dragons: Legends of The Nine Realms with NBC Universal. With an Outright Games title there will be fun for all the family to enjoy. For more information please visit: www.outrightgames.com

About Dr. Seuss Enterprises

DR. SEUSS ENTERPRISES is a leading global children’s entertainment company focused on promoting literacy, education, self-confidence, and the wonderful possibilities of a child’s imagination through the works of Dr. Seuss. The company was established in 1993 and is based in San Diego, California. Global endeavors include publishing, film, TV, stage productions, exhibitions, digital media, licensed merchandise, and other strategic partnerships. For more information about Dr. Seuss Enterprises, visit drseussenterprises.com or follow on Instagram.

About Casual Gamers

Casual Brothers LTD is an experienced game development team founded in 2010, based out of the UK.  They’re comprised of team members with decades of experience in digital games, and have released their own titles, as well as supporting the development of projects for other studios, across PC, console, and mobile platforms.

Funstock to bring LCB Game Studio and Chorus Worldwide’s anthology of branching visual novels, including Mothmen 1966, Varney Lake, and new title to store shelves

VANCOUVER, Canada – June 28, 2023 – The Pixel Pulps Collection, a physical-only three-in-one collection of visual novels in the series inspired by mid-20th century pulp fiction and ‘80s home computer graphics from publisher Chorus Worldwide and developer LCB Game Studio, arrives on store shelves this Q4 2023 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5, courtesy of Funstock.

Await the midnight hour (you know, the time when getting up to turn on the lights seems a tremendous, terrifying task) and sink into The Pixel Pulps Collection’s three bite-size, self-contained stories set in the same universe. Mothmen 1966, Varney Lake, and Bahnsen Knights all feature paranormal investigator Lou Hill as a window into the anthology. Each title features branching narratives with puzzles and mini-games, such as Mothmen 1966’s Impossible Solitaire, and characters that speak up to help with particularly devious brain-teasers so the focus can remain on the chilling tales.

The Pixel Pulps Collection features the debut of Bahnsen Knights, with digital release dates to be announced later. Discover a world of religious fanatics who perform ‘route exorcisms’ on highways while biblical storms rip across the county. As undercover agent Boulder, follow cult leader Toni as he preaches about Hell not being below the earth, but above. Discover the fate of the last agent on the job, Cupra, and why Lou Hill’s locked in a trunk.

See where the horror began in, Mothmen 1966, where a young couple, a gas station attendant, and Lou encounter red-eyed cryptids appearing amidst the Leonid Meteor Shower and men in black ask impossible questions with seemingly no sensible answer. Sink those fangs into Varney Lake, where Lou Hill must get to the bottom of three kids’ supposed encounter with a vampire, piecing together clues and testimony from the now-adult Jimmy and Christine…and what happened to Doug?

“The pulp influence of these three stories deserve to be immortalized in physical form forever, and Funstock has been a tremendous partner in putting together a package that does justice to LCB Game Studio’s thrilling trilogy,” said Shintaro Kanaoya, president and founder, Chorus Worldwide. “They even made it so that if you lick the Switch cartridge, you’ll get inflicted with a horrible curse (please don’t lick the cartridge).”

The Pixel Pulps Collection releases Q4 2023 at video game retailers worldwide courtesy of Funstock. Bahnsen Knights will also be available digitally on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 & 5, along with versions on Steam for PC and Mac, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S at a later date. Mothmen 1966 and Varney Lake (featuring a Bahnsen Knights demo) are available now digitally on Steam for PC and Mac, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.

For more information, join LCB Game Studio’s Discord, follow LCB Game Studio and Chorus Worldwide on Twitter, and visit the official Mothmen 1966 page on Chorus Worldwide’s website.

About Chorus Worldwide

Chorus Worldwide is a global publisher composed of gaming veterans with experience at world-renowned companies, including Microsoft, Supermassive Games, and Electronic Arts. Originally created to guide indie developers into the rapidly growing Asian markets, Chorus now works with talented developers across the world, including Argentina, Indonesia, and Malaysia, finding huge success in titles like the acclaimed Coffee Talk series, A Space For the Unbound, and the Asian releases of The Room and The Room Two.

About LCB Game Studio

Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, LCB Game Studio was formed by novelist Nico Saraintaris and artist Fernando Martinez. The pair first met in 2012 while working on literary projects, forming their own book publishing house known as Literatura Clase B. Since then, they’ve collaborated on short stories, illustrated novels, video games, comics, and non-traditional narrative experiments. Now, Saraintaris and Martinez are creating “Pixel Pulps,” a fusion of fast-paced writing and stunning illustration inspired by mid-20th century pulp fiction and 80s home computer graphics. 

About Funstock

Funstock is a leading video games publisher, distributor, and online retailer, with a focus on publishing physical video games and selling gaming hardware and video games software globally through its own B2C e-commerce platform and distribution network.