Hideo Kojima’s Definitive Edition Available To Pre-order Now

CALABASAS, Calif. – June 06, 2023 – KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, and videogame publisher 505 Games proudly announce the forthcoming release of the award-winning DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT on Mac, Hideo Kojima’s definitive vision of his critically-acclaimed and genre-defying epic. Available to pre-order now on the Mac App Store DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT will run natively on Apple silicon and makes full use of Metal 3  features like MetalFX Upscaling, allowing for unbeatable graphical fidelity and amazing performance.

Hideo Kojima said, “I have been a die-hard Apple fan since I bought my first Mac back in 1994—and it has been a dream of mine to see my team’s best work come to life on the Mac. DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT on the Mac takes advantage of the latest Apple technologies to provide the best experience to our fans.”

“A new era for gaming on Mac is here. Thanks to the power of Apple silicon, now tens of millions of Macs can run demanding games with outstanding performance, exceptional battery life, and breathtaking visuals,” said Susan Prescott, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations. “We’re thrilled DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT will be coming to the Mac later this year. Developers around the world can harness our powerful tools in Metal 3 to deliver incredibly responsive gameplay with high frame rates to more players than ever before.”

For those yet to discover DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT, the definitive version includes the ‘Ruined Factory’ location, a treacherous underground compound packed with fresh dangers,  and the game’s protagonist Sam Bridges now has a wealth of new delivery assists, from cargo catapults and ramps to a stabiliser function. Melee combat has been amped up with enhanced moves such as the drop kick, whilst the new Maser Gun pacifies enemies with electricity. Finding the perfect weapon loadout is now achievable thanks to the new firing range location, whilst vehicles can be raced on the new racetrack minigame. Sam can even ride Buddy Bots to traverse the wastelands with greater ease. The groundbreaking experience from legendary game creator Hideo Kojima also features the acting and voice talents of Norman Reedus as Sam Bridges, Mads Mikkelsen, Léa Seydoux, Margaret Qualley, and Lindsay Wagner.

DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT on Apple will be priced at $39.99

For more information and to pre-order DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT on Apple, please visit the Mac App Store.

About 505 Games

505 Games, a subsidiary of the Italian entertainment company Digital Bros., is a global video game publisher focused on offering a broad selection of titles for players of all ages and skill levels. The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on leading console, PC (Steam and GoG) and handheld platforms as well as for mobile devices and social networks. Publishing highlights in premium games include Remedy Entertainment’s critically-acclaimed Control, Typhoon Studios’ comedic action-exploration game Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, Indivisible, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Brothers – A Tale of Two Sons, Last Day of June, PAYDAY 2, Terraria, Portal Knights, ABZÛ and Virginia. Free-to-play publishing highlights include Battle Islands, Gems of War and Hawken. Distribution highlights include No Man’s Sky, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Warhammer: Vermintide 2, Dead by Daylight and Inside/Limbo. Upcoming titles include Hideo Kojima’s DEATH STRANDING for PC. 505 Games has offices in California, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, China and Japan. The company works with a network of distribution and sub-licensing partners in all other markets.

About HIDEO KOJIMA / KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS

Hideo Kojima is a world-renowned game creator and auteur known for pushing the boundaries of the video game medium. Widely considered the father of the stealth genre, he is also credited with innovating both story-telling and cinematic presentation in video games at large. On December 16th, 2015 Hideo Kojima established his own studio called KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS, under the banner of “From Sapiens to Ludens.”On November 8th, 2019, the studio released its first title, DEATH STRANDING, starring Norman Reedus, Mads Mikkelsen, and Léa Seydoux, for PlayStation® 4 and is now available for PC. Since its release, DEATH STRANDING has received numerous game awards and achieved worldwide acclaim.DEATH STRANDING DIRECTOR’S CUT has been released for PlayStation®5 in 2021 and for PC in 2022 In 2020, Hideo Kojima received the BAFTA® Fellowship, the highest accolade bestowed by BAFTA® upon an individual in recognition of exceptional contribution to film, games or television. For more information, please visit: www.kojimaproductions.jp.

© 2023 Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. / KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Co., Ltd. / HIDEO KOJIMA. Mac version published by 505 Games. 505 Games and the 505 Games logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of 505 Games SpA or its affiliates in the U.S. and/or other countries. DEATH STRANDING is a trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC.

© 2023 Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. / KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS Co., Ltd. / HIDEO KOJIMA. Published by 505 Games. 

© 2023 SIE / KJP / HIDEO KOJIMA. ###

Travel to Ashihara Where There’s Always a Second Chance to Make the Right Choice

London, U.K. — June 6, 2023 — Welcome to Ashihara, where August repeats eternally… Marvelous Europe today announced that Loop8: Summer of Gods is now available for the Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Windows PC via Steam.

The launch trailer can be seen here:

Loop8: Summer of Gods follows protagonist Nini and his classmates as they try to defeat the Kegai, demonic entities who have forced humanity to the brink of extinction. Raised on a failed space station known as “Hope,” Nini returns to Earth to spend his summer in Ashihara, one of humanity’s last remaining sanctuaries. Gifted with “Demon Sight,” Nini can use his special connection to the gods to reset the world, with each loop allowing him and his allies to relive the 8th month over and over until they get it right…or the Kegai overwhelm them entirely.

KEY FEATURES

Choices That Can Change the World— Loop8’s emotion-driven AI system responds to every action you take and decision you make. Characters’ emotions and stories will vary greatly based on your choices, making each playthrough wholly unique.

A Beautiful Seaside Town Brimming with Mystery— A nostalgic and beautifully recreated snapshot of rural Japan circa 1983, Ashihara is home to a colorful cast of characters, each harboring their own secrets to uncover. Will your choices make them trusted allies…or mortal enemies?

Live an Ordinary Life, Fight Extraordinary Enemies— Build bonds with Ashihara’s residents while protecting the town from the ever-present threat of the Kegai, repeating the cycle to uncover how your everyday actions impact your battles in the Underworld, and vice versa.

Relive the Past to Alter the Future— Though the deadline for humanity’s extinction draws ever closer, Ashihara’s fate remains in your hands. Repeatedly return to the start of August, alter your actions, and see how they turn the tides of destiny across multiple endings.

Developed by SIEG Games and Marvelous Inc. and published by Marvelous Europe and XSEED Games, Loop8: Summer of Gods launched June 6, 2023 on Nintendo Switch™, PS4™ system, Xbox One, and Windows PC via Steam. The title has been rated PEGI 12.

For more information about Loop8: Summer of Gods, visit the official page at https://marvelousgames.com/games/loop8.

About Marvelous Europe
Marvelous Europe is the publisher behind Mandragora, Nova Antarctica and Ninja or Die, and a wholly owned subsidiary of Marvelous Inc., developer of the beloved Story of Seasons (known as Harvest Moon prior to 2013) and Rune Factory series.

Established in 2012, Marvelous Europe is passionate about helping games to reach a global audience while nurturing emerging developers and studios. With decades of experience and strong ties to the worldwide indie game dev community, the highly skilled European team is committed to supporting studios worldwide find success, while continuing to publish and distribute select Marvelous Inc. content.

For more information about Marvelous Europe, please visit www.marvelouseurope.com.

Wakefield/Manchester/Dusseldorf, June 06, 2023 – Team17 Group plc has today confirmed it will be attending the highly anticipated gamescom 2023 in Cologne, Germany, the world’s largest interactive entertainment trade show.

From 23rd-27th August, astragon Entertainment and Team17 Digital, subsidiaries of Team17 Group plc, will once again join forces to offer visitors an unparalleled experience from a wide range of the most anticipated games within the consumer sector. At the business booth, press representatives and partners can also expect exclusive insights into the latest developments from the extensive portfolios.

astragon Entertainment is the publisher of successful simulation games such as Construction Simulator, Police Simulator: Patrol Officers, Bus Simulator 21, and Firefighting Simulator – The Squad. In addition to this already exciting portfolio of simulation games, the company is working on great 3rd party publishing titles such as Railroads Online and offers a wide range of distribution titles of various genres from partners around the world. It’s no secret that fans can already look forward to a diverse portfolio of astragon at the company’s gamescom booth.

“We are incredibly excited to once again be a part of gamescom, to show what ambitious projects we have been working on so far and which highlights gamers can expect from us in the future,” says Julia Pfiffer, CEO of astragon Entertainment. “We can’t wait to share our passion for games with the community, connect with fans and create lasting memories together.”

Team17 Digital is the indie games label responsible for publishing multiple award-winning titles, including most recently, Blasphemous, Greak: Memories of Azur, Ship of Fools, and the Overcooked! franchise. The company enjoys an ever-growing portfolio of games during its 30-plus year history, as well as a successful stable of first-party IP, such as Hell Let Loose, The Escapists, Golf With Your Friends, and of course, the iconic Worms franchise. At gamescom 2023, Team17 Digital will be bringing a selection of new, upcoming, and select portfolio games for attendees to enjoy.

“gamescom continues to be the premier global games event for consumers and businesses alike, and we’re proud to once again bring some of our upcoming slate to the show,” said Michael Pattison, CEO of Team17 Digital. “It’ll be the first time that the public will be able to go hands-on with some of the games, and we’re excited to see them enjoy the experiences ahead of their commercial release.”

More information on the company’s lineup this year, as well as official invitations to press visits, will follow shortly.

All titles, content, publisher names, trademarks, artwork, and associated imagery are trademarks and/or copyright material of their respective owners. All rights reserved. 

About astragon Entertainment GmbH

Founded in 1998, astragon Entertainment GmbH, a subsidiary of Team17 Group PLC, is a leading German games developer, publisher and distributor of sophisticated ‘working’ simulation games, focusing on non-violent cooperative gameplay with very detailed, technical, and realistic environments. Since 2023 Independent Arts Software has been a subsidiary of astragon Entertainment. The German developer studio has been producing commercial game software of various genres for over 30 years.

astragon’s internationally well-known IPs include Construction Simulator, Bus Simulator, Police Simulator: Patrol Officers and Firefighting Simulator. The distribution of high-quality licensed and distribution products such as Farming Simulator and SnowRunner complete its attractive product range. astragon games are available world-wide on many different platforms such as consoles, smartphones, tablets, and PC.

About Team17 Digital

Founded in 1990, Team17 Digital is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Part of Team17 Group plc, which floated on AIM in 2018, Team17 Digital has an extensive portfolio comprised of over 120 titles, and fully encapsulates the spirit of independent games. Team17 Digital’s portfolio of multi-award-winning and award-nominated in-house brands include Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the iconic Worms franchise, alongside its games label partner titles, including the award-winning games Blasphemous, Greak: Memories of Azur, and Overcooked! franchise.

About Team17 Group plc

Team17 Group plc is a global provider of games entertainment to a broad audience. It has two main verticals – a games entertainment label and creative partner for indie developers, and a leading developer of educational apps, targeting children under the age of eight.

Return to where it all began with stunning original film-inspired decorations

Cambridge, UK – June 6, 2023. Frontier Developments plc (AIM: FDEV, ‘Frontier’) announced today Jurassic World Evolution 2 players will receive a free base-game update to commemorate 30 years of the ground-breaking, blockbuster adventure film Jurassic Park on Thursday 8^th June. The update will be available for all players on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, Windows Store and GeForce Now, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4 and Xbox One.

Embrace nostalgia 65 million years in the making with more than 20 iconic decorative items, instantly recognisable from the beloved 1993 film from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment. The update contains everything players need to design the ultimate Jurassic Park tribute – from a colourful statue of the ever-smiling Mr. DNA, the park’s original educational mascot, to the classic Airlock Gates from the original film.

Fans can introduce a new banner arch bearing the unforgettable words “When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth,” construct the Les Gigantes Mural, which conjures scenes of freshly escaped Velociraptors on the hunt for Tim and Lex, and place the Power Bunker in which some of the film’s central characters take refuge.

Also arriving as part of the update, players can direct guests and staff around their parks using a set of classic paths, faithfully designed to evoke their Jurassic Park counterparts. Completing the update are further decorative items such as the T. rex and Alamosaurus skeletons, ever-memorable ‘Big Pile of …’, Small Electrified Fence, and more.

PlayStation Plus subscribers can also create the dinosaur park of their dreams in Jurassic World Evolution 2 this month, with the base game available for free on the platform throughout June.

For full details of the free update, visit https://www.jurassicworldevolution2.com/news/jurassic-park-30th-anniversary-free-update-coming-june-8.

The free update content requires the Jurassic World Evolution 2 base game to download and play. Jurassic World Evolution 2 is available on PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, Windows Store, and GeForce Now, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4, and Xbox One for a suggested retail price of £49.99/$59.99/€59.99. Jurassic World Evolution 2 is also available to play via Xbox Game Pass.

About Jurassic World Evolution 2
Jurassic World Evolution 2 is the critically acclaimed sequel to Frontier’s highly successful Jurassic World Evolution, building upon the ground-breaking and immersive 2018 management simulation. It introduces a compelling, new narrative campaign, incredible new features and awe-inspiring new dinosaurs brought to life with captivating authenticity. Together with expanded construction and more customisation options, the result is an even bigger, better and more authentic Jurassic World game. 

About Frontier
Frontier is a leading independent developer and publisher of videogames founded in 1994 by David Braben, co-author of the iconic Elite game. Based in Cambridge, Frontier uses its proprietary COBRA game development technology to create innovative genre-leading games, primarily for personal computers and videogame consoles. As well as self-publishing internally developed games, Frontier also publishes games developed by carefully selected partner studios under its Frontier Foundry games label.

About Jurassic Park 
Experience one of the biggest films in motion picture history with director Steven Spielberg’s ultimate thrill ride, Jurassic Park – celebrating 30 years in 2023! Featuring Academy Award®-winning visual effects and groundbreaking filmmaking, this epic film is sheer movie-making magic that was 65 million years in the making. Jurassic Park takes you to an amazing theme park on a remote island where dinosaurs once again roam the Earth, and five people must battle to survive among the prehistoric predators. Starring Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum and Richard Attenborough, discover the breath-taking adventure you will want to experience again and again.

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 3^rd 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.

Jurassic World Evolution 2 © 2021-2023 Universal City Studios LLC and Amblin Entertainment, Inc. All rights reserved.

© 2021-2023 Frontier Developments, plc. All rights reserved. Frontier and the Frontier Developments logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Frontier Developments, plc.  

Bangkok, Thailand – June 6, 2023 – GambitGhost Studio is excited to reveal more information about FARSIDERS through the Alpha Game Preview!

FARSIDERS Alpha preview gives an opportunity to have a look at cutting-edge creations and immersive gameplay that await in the realm of GambitGhost Studio’s latest masterpiece – FARSIDERS. Hold on tight as we take you on a journey through the charming features and fresh gameplay!

In this sneak peek, the studio states that a lot has been added to the 2nd Alpha and gives us a glimpse into the immersive atmosphere of the game’s environments. There are over 20 spell cards available to shop that will leave you spellbound, and with a randomized card system in place, your gaming experience is guaranteed to be as fresh and unpredictable as a wizard’s sneeze.

But wait, there’s more! Brace yourself for a heart-pounding challenge as you face off against not just a few, not even ten, but a whopping 15 formidable bosses. Each one is a true test of your skills, cunning, and perhaps a sprinkle of luck!

Watch the FARSIDERS Alpha Game Preview here:  

FARSIDERS key features:

Engage in Spectacular Combat with Spell Cards

One of the most exhilarating aspects of Alpha 2 is the introduction of Spell Cards. In Farsiders, the game allows Cassie to integrate magic into her arsenal both as skills and weapon enchantments.

The player will have a chance to explore the vast fantasy land, collect Blood Crystals and try their luck with the Death Dealer for some powerful Spell Cards. The game offered a randomized skill card system to promote replayability. The player will be able to acquire different spells and try out new builds using the Talent Tree to create a powerful combo.

Shape Your Talent Tree

Unleash the true potential of Cassie’s combat prowess through the talent tree system.

Defeating each boss will reward you with a talent point that can be allocated within the tree. Carefully choose your path as you progress, enhancing elemental powers and unlocking upgrades for your magic spells. Each branch in the talent tree provides unique bonuses, allowing you to craft a playstyle that suits your preferences and unleashes devastating magic.

Discover Powerful Attachment Upgrades

If that’s not enough, there is more for you to customize your loadout. Discover a world where time itself is in flux, and advanced modification crates from different eras intertwine.

In the realm of Tellune, seek out these crates to unlock game-changing “attachments” that enhance Cassie’s weapon abilities. With three distinct types of attachments available for the Sword, Pistol, and Gear, the player will have the freedom to customize your loadout and create a formidable combat strategy.

While FARSIDERS Alpha phase is already an immersive and exciting experience, keep in mind that certain features are still in development and will be added in future updates. Look forward to quest narratives, engaging dialogues, captivating cutscenes, enhanced visual effects on interfaces, and much more as the studio continues to shape and refine the game.

Wishlist FARSIDERS now on Steam

Follow FARSIDERS on Twitter: @FarsidersGame & join the official Discord server.

About GambitGhost Studio

GambitGhost Studio is a Thai game development studio founded in 2020. Their head office is currently based in Bangkok, Thailand. The studio aims to produce high quality, story driven video games. Unlike most new indie studios, they put a lot of resources into creating high-end graphics and animation in order to create a new, unique yet beautiful new world/culture to enhance the player’s experience. GambitGhost Studio’s method is to combine game design with data analytic to create a new but truly satisfying experience.

The Nissan Silvia Drifts Into Season 11’s Rocket Pass

SAN DIEGO – 6 June, 2023 – There’s a party going on and everyone is invited because Rocket League Season 11 begins on 8 June! Season 11 will feature a new Rocket Pass starring the Nissan Silvia (S13), brand new Arena, and more.

The iconic Nissan Silvia drift car (Hybrid hitbox) headlines Season 11’s Rocket Pass, which will be unlocked immediately for players that get Rocket Pass Premium. In addition, players will have the chance to unlock the tuned-up Nissan Silvia RLE as they progress through the Rocket Pass.

Rocket League Season 11 will also include:

• A Brand New Arena – Players can join a party by the water in Season 11’s new Estadio Vida Arena.
• Birthday Ball Limited Time Event – Rocket League’s 8th anniversary is coming up later this summer, so it’s almost time to celebrate with another Birthday Ball LTE. More information will be revealed at a later date.
• Season 10 Rewards and More – Season 10 Competitive Rewards will be distributed shortly after Season 11 begins. The Season also introduces new festive Competitive Tournament rewards and quality of life updates. For more information about what’s coming in Season 11, such as a preview of the colorful Rocket Pass items, read the latest blog post HERE.

Rocket League Season 11 will be live on 8 June at 1am AEST following a game update on 7 June at 9am AEST. If you or a member of your team is interested in Rocket Pass Premium codes, which includes access to the Nissan Silvia, please let us know and we will send you a code when the Season is live.

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. 

Enjoy Classic and Never-Before-Seen Content Perfectly Recreated on Modern Hardware 

DALLAS – 5 June 2023 – Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition, the definitive release of the cult classic FPS by original developer and publisher Apogee Entertainment, the maniacal minds at New Blood Interactive, and the retro gaming wizards at Nightdive Studios, sets crosshairs on a launch date of Monday 31 July 2023 on Steam for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Get a taste of classic FPS action with a new demo available now on Steam.

Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition is more than a faithful recreation of the highly influential, genre-defining shooter. Thanks to Nightdive Studios’ proprietary KEX engine, it is the original shooter in its true form, built with the original source code. Experience a perfect mix of past and present with 60+ frames-per-second gameplay, classic pixelated artwork upscaled to 4K resolution, increased field-of-view, cloud saves, achievements, and more.

Join the H.U.N.T., an elite squad of special forces and investigate mysterious activity off the California coast and unravel the mystery of the Triad cult. Select from five operatives, each with their own hit points, speed and accuracy statistics, and blast a path back to Los Angeles. Play through five separate campaigns including new episodes, expansion packs and never-before-seen Rise of the Triad content from previously-lost beta builds. 

Splatter blood and gibs (LUDICROUS GIBS!) across the island with over-the-top weaponry like dual-wield pistols (the first dual-wield in video game history), heat-seeker missiles, and earth-shaking Firebombs. Take the H.U.N.T. online without the hassle of dial-up internet with multiplayer COMM-BAT supporting up to 11 players. Go one-versus-ten in Hunter mode, and encounter the first ever capture-the-flag mode in FPS history in “Capture the Triad” mode. Experience the FPS that revolutionized 1994 by adding verticality.

Recreate any Rise of the Triad experience with multiple iterations of the classic original soundscape, or rock out to the heavy metal 2013 reboot soundtrack. Inject the perfect dose of fast-paced FPS madness into the mix with an all-new level editor, and get the upper hand on enemies with the inclusion of ROTT’s original cheat codes (if you can remember them!).

“Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition is a blast to the past in the best way possible. I would know, I was there!” says Scott Miller, founder of Apogee Entertainment and original project manager of Rise of the Triad. “It was a pivotal title that pushed the FPS genre forward, and thanks to the KEX engine from Nightdive, the original version lives on for another generation to experience a piece of FPS history.”

Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition arrives on PC via Steam, PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store, and GOG for $19.99 USD on Monday 31 July 2023. Nightdive Studios will also be partnering up with Limited Run Games for the physical versions of Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition. A Standard and Collector’s Edition are in the works and will be available across multiple platforms. Stay tuned for more details and a Collector’s Edition reveal in the future. Check out the Limited Run store to pick up Nightdive Studios merch today.

For more information, hit up the official websites for Apogee Entertainment, New Blood Interactive, and Nightdive Studios, plus follow @Apogee_Ent, @NewBlood, and @NightdiveStudio on Twitter.

About Apogee Entertainment

The “Apogee Model,” as described in the new book, Shareware Heroes (Aug. 2022 release), was the starting point for talented indie developers to bypass retail and sell their games using online distribution in 1990. Apogee founder Scott Miller created this new model and soon funded, mentored, and published many indie upstarts and released a legendary string of global success stories, like Commander Keen, Duke Nukem, Wolfenstein 3D, Rise of the Triad, Shadow Warrior, Max Payne and Prey, earning over a billion dollars commercially. Miller also created the 3D Realms label for Apogee, which was sold to Embracer Group in 2021.

The new Apogee Entertainment, with founder Scott Miller and longtime partner Terry Nagy at the helm, will empower today’s incredibly talented indie developers, paving the way for their global success with innovative ideas, cutting-edge marketing, and the same fearlessness that changed the industry. 

About New Blood Interactive

New Blood Interactive is a game studio founded by friends and run like maniacs. We develop, we publish, it’s Whatever™

About Nightdive Studios

Based in Vancouver, Washington, Nightdive Studios is a dedicated team of industry veterans committed to restoring the classic PC game titles of the past and making them accessible to a new generation of gamers. Hit titles from Nightdive Studios include System Shock 2, System Shock Enhanced Edition, Turok, Turok 2: Seeds of Evil, Shadowman Remastered, and PowerSlave Exhumed. Nightdive Studios’ full-fledged remake of the iconic System Shock released on May 30, 2023. More info can be found at the company’s website at www.nightdivestudios.com or on Facebook at facebook.com/NightDiveStudios or via Twitter at @NightDiveStudio.

This week marks the eighth anniversary of the ARK: Survival Evolved launch into Steam early access – with a passionate, creative community that quickly formed around the gigantic, dinosaur infested island. To celebrate, the talented art team at Studio Wildcard designed key art which encompasses the majority of ARK creatures – big and small, on land and by sea – that roam this vast world. The ARK universe continues to expand, with not only ARK: Survival Ascended this fall, but also ARK: The Animated Series, and ARK 2 on the horizon.

Last Friday the final creature, the Rhyniognatha, landed on The Island and Lost Island, while the first community voted creature was revealed for ARK: Survival Ascended. Full details can be found in this week’s Community Crunch.

Although last it’s certainly not the least, as the Rhyniognatha is a super-sized creature with a set of unique abilities. From producing quick-hardening resin to being capable of carrying large objects around bases, these versatile creatures provide an unparalleled enhancement to any tribe’s defenses.

Also, Studio Wildcard revealed that the Fasolasuchus will be added as a new creature to Scorched Earth for ARK: Survival Ascended. The powerful and aggressive Fasolasuchus is the first of many new creature additions coming your way for ARK: Survival Ascended.

For the latest updates, join the ARK Survivor’s conversation on Discord, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook, subscribe to us on YouTube, visit our website at playark.com and watch us tame ‘n train leviathan dinosaurs on Twitch.TV.

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ABOUT STUDIO WILDCARD
Founded in 2014 by industry veterans Jeremy Stieglitz and Jesse Rapczak, Studio Wildcard’s mission is to bring AAA quality to ambitious indie titles designed for core gamers. The team emphasizes direct communication with its active community, implements player feedback into its fast, iterative dev cycle, and provides tools to drive user-generated content. Studio Wildcard includes distributed developers across multiple continents, as wherever talented developers reside, Wildcard seeks them out! www.studiowildcard.com

Terraform nine different worlds in wholesome bestseller, now on PC

LIMASSOL, Cyprus – 5 June 2023 – My Little Universe, the cozy worldbuilding sandbox adventure developed by Estoty and published by SayGames with over 30 million mobile downloads, blasts off to new worlds in 2023 on PC via Steam, Steam Deck, and Nintendo Switch™. Starting today, a new demo is available now on Steam.

Crash-land on an island in the middle of an ocean on a far-away planet with nothing but a mighty pickaxe in hand. Transform a small piece of land into an entire flourishing world. Chop down trees for wood, mine for precious metals and minerals, and search for other useful supplies with new additions to the ever-expanding map. Manage resources to widen the terrain, upgrade tools and equipment to traverse the cosmos and explore other other planets.

Create entire continents by growing, digging, slashing, crafting, and more. Unlock new tiles, discover new locations, and strengthen the five different types of gear. Level up and become a master at gathering materials, boosting efficiency by increasing the power of the pickaxe and other instruments. Meet other adept crafters to help convert the world’s bounties into substantial reserves for varied uses. Journey across ten different planet worlds, each with their own goods to discover, buildings to construct, and enemies to encounter.

Keep a sword at the ready, as each new hex of land may hide new monsters. Eight species of enemies, including alien fungi, brutish ogres, and towering treefolk, stand to put an end to the planet’s evolution and guard unique rewards! Slice through them with a properly smithed sword, or chip away at them with evasive tactics. Cruising through the different realms of existence can be lonesome… Call on up to three friends to help travel across the multi-dimensional planes and reveal the secrets scattered across the depths of space.

“Much like any real civilization, resource management is the key to success in My Little Universe,” said Yegor Vaikhanski, CEO & Co-founder at SayGames. “Managing a new world may seem daunting, but we want to instill curiosity in players without the stress of real-world problems. My Little Universe offered charming escapism to mobile platforms, and now we hope to do the same for PC and Nintendo Switch players.

“We set sail on a new adventure to add depth to the simple yet satisfying experience of My Little Universe, we went back to square one and rebuilt it to be even more enjoyable than before,” said Davis Toliasvili, CEO of Estoty Riga. “We’re bringing the full-fledged experience to PC, and we can’t wait for players to embark on this journey and explore the world we have created!”

My Little Universe’s demo is now live on PC via Steam, to learn more visit the official website, and search #MyLittleUniverse on social media. To learn more about SayGames, visit their official website, join the community on Facebook and Instagram. For the latest news about Estoty, visit their official website, follow them on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

About Estoty

Estoty is a mobile games studio creating entertainment solutions for iOS and Android across all game genres. Their success reflects this with over 1.5 billion downloads across platforms and more than 15 hits in app stores. They strive to create a fun and intuitive gameplay experience with signature striking visuals and engaging gameplay mechanics!

About SayGames

SayGames is a leading games publisher with over 100 games launched and over 4 billion game downloads globally. Thanks to their advanced user acquisition and product analytics technologies, they are renowned for our high marketing performance. SayGames has offices in Limassol, Paphos and Warsaw.

Further updates are coming to Dead Cells through 2025

Bordeaux, France (June 5, 2023) – The developers of the indie hit roguelite Dead Cells, Evil Empire and Motion Twin, announced today that the game has sold more than 10 million copies in the six years since its initial Early Access launch on Steam in 2017.

The consecutive launch of the 1.0 version on PC & consoles in 2018, a whopping 34 free updates and later launches on mobile have all helped to drive long-tail success in all major global territories, pushing the game into rarely charted sales territory for an independent title.

Dead Cells’ amazing list of free updates include chunky content additions that have provided new ways for fans to play the game, numerous weapon & item additions & enhancements, extra levels, a host of enemies and large crossover events featuring popular characters from other high profile indie games such as Hotline Miami, Shovel Knight and more. Dead Cells‘well-received four paid DLCs – including the groundbreaking recent Return to Castlevania DLC, which featured an unprecedented collaboration with Konami – have also continued to drive development on the title.

Following the success of Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania, Evil Empire has been exploring the path forward for the title as a whole. With years of successful updates and expansions behind it after taking over live ops of Dead Cells in 2019, the studio is tinkering with its time-tested methodology, experimenting with ideas for future updates and new ways for fans to enjoy one of their favorite roguelikes.

With numerous award wins after launching in 2018, including Best Indie Game at 2018’s Golden Joystick Awards, Best Action Game at 2018’s The Game Awards and Best Indie Game at 2018’s New York Game Awards, Dead Cells has continued to grow with new meaningful content, attracting more and more players to its challenging and gripping dungeon crawling fun along the way.

For the latest on Dead Cells, be sure to follow @motiontwin on Twitter. 

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About Motion Twin

Motion Twin is an independent game development studio based in France since 2001 and are the creators of the hit roguelike action game Dead Cells, available for PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch platforms. Motion Twin is a worker cooperative passionate about creating new game experiences. Learn more at https://motion-twin.com/en/. 

About Evil Empire Evil Empire is the evil spawn of a bunch of ex-Motion Twiners. Formed in 2018 in close proximity and partnership with Motion Twin, Evil Empire is focused on producing new original content, both for Dead Cells and new IP.