LOS ANGELES – June 1, 2023 – thatgamecompany’s Sky: Children of the Light’s annual celebration of diversity, hope and inclusion returns! From Wednesday, June 1 until Wednesday, June 14, players can experience “Days of Color” – an array of colorful updates that expand on the event’s core themes and shower the beloved online game in rainbows via expanded areas and daily quests. This update also introduces Sky’s new event currency system, designed to improve the in-game economy and offer wider access to event cosmetics.
“Days of Color” is also rallying the Sky community for a good cause to make a difference beyond its realms. A special in-game event will offer several items for sale as charity items, with thatgamecompany donating a portion of the proceeds to The Trevor Project, the world’s largest suicide prevention and mental health organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) young people.
Fans can follow @thatskygame on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, join its Discord community, or follow @thatgamecompany on Twitch to stay informed on Sky: Children of the Light updates.
Profits from the game’s first-ever collaboration with iconic character Popeye the Sailor Man will support the ocean conservation and veterans’ charity FORCE BLUE
AUSTIN, TX (June 1, 2023) — Wargaming, developer and publisher of the leading naval battle simulator World of Warships, has shared additional details on its newest charity partnership as a part of its collaboration with King Features’ iconic character Popeye the Sailor Man. Taking place in June during World Ocean Month, the limited run of themed in-game content will benefit the marine conservation charity organization FORCE BLUE. Co-founded and led by actor and Recon Marine Veteran Rudy Reyes, FORCE BLUE unites the community of Special Operations veterans with the world of marine science and conservation for the betterment of both.
With a longstanding history of supporting veteran and historical non-profit organizations, this collaboration marks World of Warship’s entry into ocean conservation, as they work in partnership with Popeye the Sailor Man to support the charity FORCE BLUE.
The FORCE BLUE trailer can be viewed below:
The Popeye trailer can be viewed below:
In support of FORCE BLUE’s efforts, Wargaming will be donating $50,000 USD to the organization. In addition, 10% of the net revenue generated from the sale of Popeye items will also be shared in support of the charity following the conclusion of the campaign.
FORCE BLUE, which was founded in 2016, is a charity with a focus on resolving two issues, the deterioration of the planet’s marine ecosystems and the difficulties far too many military veterans face when their service ends and they no longer have a mission. FORCE BLUE has used this as an opportunity to bring highly qualified veterans from special forces under the instruction of renowned scientists and environmentalists. Through this training, these veterans are equipped to travel to different parts of the world, carrying out missions to preserve and restore marine biodiversity.
FORCE BLUE will also be joining World of Warships for a World Ocean Day Twitch live stream event on June 8th. As a part of the livestream, they’ll be joined by two key figures from the FORCE BLUE team; Rudy Reyes, actor, U.S Recon Marine veteran and the organization’s Co-founder, and Steve “Gonzo” Gonzalez, U.S. Navy SEAL Veteran and FORCE BLUE Special Projects & Events Director. The two will discuss the two-fold mission of the charity, providing insight into the vital importance of marine conservation, as well as how the charity’s operations work to support the mental health of veterans during and after their transition back to civilian life.
“FORCE BLUE is honoured to be partnering with World of Warships in support of World Ocean Month. I don’t think there’s a single veteran on our team who isn’t a fan of Popeye, and so to be working with the two of them, while championing our mission of preserving and restoring the world’s marine ecosystems is an incredible opportunity,” commented Jim Ritterhoff, Co-Founder and Executive Director at FORCE BLUE.
Live beginning June 1, the Popeye Charity Bundle includes two Commanders, Popeye and Bluto, equipped with unique voice overs, as well as two flags, and a unique camouflage for the Tier VII USS Colorado. In addition, throughout the month of June until June 30, World of Warships will also see a special “Save the Ocean” chain of missions equipped with weekly sprints and a free themed Container waiting at the end.
This follows the latest World of Warships content update, which launched on May 24th, bringing European destroyers in Early Access, the release of the Pan-American cruisers and Convoy battle mode to the game. World of Warships is the world’s leading free to play naval warfare game from developer and publisher Wargaming, where players battle against each other in the largest library of over 600 historically accurate war vessels from the 20th Century.
About World of Warships World of Warships is a free, historical, online combat PC game from Wargaming. With its massive fleet of most iconic war vessels, including five different ship classes and strategically designed environment, World of Warships provides the ultimate naval warfare gaming experience, suitable for everyone. Thanks to its largest collection of historically accurate ships available to play, World of Warships prides itself as a digital ship museum and a focal point for naval history enthusiasts. New thematic content and innovative game modes are being added on a regular basis, providing a diverse and exciting gameplay to its broad player base.
One franchise – multiple platforms After the successful launch of World of Warships on PC, its unique gameplay and design has been adapted to bring free massive naval battles to other platforms with World of Warships: Legends available on PlayStation and Xbox and World of Warships Blitz on iOS and Android mobile devices. Official website: www.worldofwarships.com
About Wargaming Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 16 offices around the world, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, Vilnius and Belgrade. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.
About Popeye Sailor. Tough guy. Hero. Legend. That’s Popeye. He’s an underdog with bulging forearms, a mean uppercut and a love of canned spinach; he is unassuming, unsophisticated and undeterred by a challenge. From the minute he walked into the comic strip “Thimble Theatre” and muttered his famous “Ja think I’m a cowboy?” line, Popeye the Sailor Man captured the hearts of millions of fans around the globe. As the star of his own comics strips and animated content on the big screen and small, Popeye became quickly ingrained in American culture and today remains one of the most recognizable pop culture icons in the world. For more information, visit www.popeye.com.
About King Features King Features is a premier producer and distributor of the world’s most iconic intellectual properties and a leader in classic character licensing and franchise development. With one of the longest-running consumer products programs in the industry, King Features’ portfolio includes world-renowned pop culture brands such as Popeye®, Cuphead, Flash Gordon™, The Phantom™, Hägar the Horrible, Moomin, Prince Valiant® and Mandrake the Magician. King Features produced the Emmy nominated series The Cuphead Show! with Netflix Animation which debuted in 2022. As content syndication specialists, the company distributes beloved comics such as Blondie, Beetle Bailey®, Mutts™ and dozens of others as well as columns, editorial cartoons and puzzles across multiple platforms and content providers around the globe. King Features is part of Hearst Newspapers, which publishes 24 dailies and 52 weeklies, including the Houston Chronicle, San Francisco Chronicle and Times Union (Albany, New York), and operates local digital marketing services and directories.
About FORCE BLUE Founded in 2016, FORCE BLUE is the only nonprofit organisation in the world that retrains and redeploys former Special Operations veterans and military-trained combat divers to work alongside scientists and environmentalists on marine conservation missions.
Harkening back to the days of Jacques Cousteau and the French frogmen he trained, FORCE BLUE has assembled a cadre of elite military veterans with the aptitude and ability to achieve great things on the conservation front — and the visibility to let the world know about it. Through its composition and commitment, FORCE BLUE is building a model of caring, cooperation and positive change with the power to restore lives and the planet.
HyperX Gaming Peripherals Leveraged for Performance Testing in Study to Help Predict Player Performance Early for Improved Health and Wellness and Reducing Chance of Tilt
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. – June 1, 2023 –HyperX, the gaming peripherals team at HP Inc. and brand leader in gaming and esports, sponsored an Arizona State University study that looked at biometrics of gaming to find ways to improve gamer wellness and performance. As a result of the research, the adidas-ASU Center for Engagement Science Lab discovered a breakthrough in measuring and understanding when a gamer is reaching their tipping point (known as tilt or rage quitting) and how to help prevent it through wellness and performance improvement, activities and awareness.
With the HyperX sponsorship, the research team and gamers involved in the study gained access to the same gaming equipment used by professional gamers and esports teams. This is the first study of its kind in collaboration with a global gaming company and collegiate scientific studies. HyperX plans to expand its participation in this space, partnering with some of the world’s most innovative sports science institutions to find ways to identify and address gamers’ physical and psychological pain points.
“Gamer’s wellbeing and performance are important to HyperX and observing stress factors along with other physical and mental states that gamers endure while playing, are key factors to look into for effectively managing those moments of tilt,” said Dustin Illingworth, head of culture marketing, HyperX. “The potential improvement in individual wellbeing that can be achieved as a result of the collaboration between ASU and HyperX presents an immense opportunity for the future of gamers and those who spend long periods of time in front of screens or monitors.”
To conduct the study, ASU researchers spent six months gathering biometric data from 45 experienced gamers who spent five to six hours playing one of three video games: “League of Legends,” “Valorant” or “Call of Duty.” They tracked heart rates, skin conductivity, eye movements and facial expressions using wristband health monitors and webcams and took note of game scores. The data was fed into a machine learning algorithm that looked at the connections between players’ performance and data. No single biometric variable could point to players’ performance or fatigue cycles on its own. However, when bringing all variables together, the algorithm revealed a pattern clearly showing when tilt happened. As a result, the team was able to predict tilt about 15 to 20 minutes before its occurrence. This ultimately could play a huge role in the future of health and wellness for gamers and/or individuals who work in front of a screen for long periods of time.
“HyperX’s support for this study has been invaluable to the students involved and our center,” says Aurel Coza, director of the adidas-ASU Center for Engagement Science Lab. “As the team continues to examine and share initial key findings, the goal is a phase two with HyperX. This phase will focus on putting what the students learned into practice and explore interventions that will ultimately help individuals from getting to the point of tilt.”
Senior communications specialist with ASU Knowledge Enterprise, Mikala Kass, wrote an article about the study that includes key findings and how the study can potentially help improve gamers’ health and performance, as well as people everywhere who work with screens.
About HyperX For 20 years, HyperX’s mission has been to develop gaming solutions for every type of gamer and the company is consistently recognized for delivering products that provide superb comfort, aesthetics, performance, and reliability. Under the tagline of “WE’RE ALL GAMERS,” HyperX gaming headsets, keyboards, mice, USB microphones, and console accessories are the choice of everyday gamers as well as celebrity ambassadors, pro gamers, tech enthusiasts, and overclockers worldwide because they meet the most stringent product specifications and are built with best-in-class components.
About HP HP Inc. is a technology company that believes one thoughtful idea has the power to change the world. Its product and service portfolio of personal systems, printers, and 3D printing solutions helps bring these ideas to life. Visit http://www.hp.com.
About the adidas-ASU Center for Engagement Science The adidas-ASU Center for Engagement Science is a collaborative environment for discovery, where industry and academia join forces to create a systematic approach to understanding the cognitive, emotional and environmental processes that drive individuals toward engagement with products, experiences and stories.
About ASU Arizona State University, ranked the No. 1 “Most Innovative School” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for eight years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University by operating on the principles that learning is a personal and original journey for each student; that they thrive on experience and that the process of discovery cannot be bound by traditional academic disciplines. Through innovation and a commitment to accessibility, ASU has drawn pioneering researchers to its faculty even as it expands opportunities for qualified students.
Today we’re happy to reveal the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for June 2023. The Monthly Games lineup of NBA 2K23, Jurassic World Evolution 2 and Trek to Yomi will be available to PlayStation Plus members on Tuesday, June 6 until Monday, July 3.
Let’s take a closer look at each of the games.
NBA 2K23 | PS4, PS5
With best-in-class visual presentation, up-to-date rosters and historic teams, the game has never felt more real and complete than it does in NBA 2K23. Compete as NBA and WNBA teams and stars and experience the pinnacle of true-to-life gameplay. Play against the best players in the world and dominate in MyCAREER or The W. Pair today’s All-Stars with timeless legends in MyTEAM. Build a unique dynasty as a GM or lead the league in a new direction as the Commissioner in MyNBA. PlayStation Plus members also get access to exclusive monthly MyTEAM packs in-game.
Jurassic World Evolution 2 | PS4, PS5
Avoid the mistakes of the past and build the best Jurassic World for dinosaurs and visitors alike in this sequel to Frontier’s 2018 management simulation, Jurassic World Evolution. Experience exciting new features, four engaging game modes and an expanded roster of awe-inspiring dinosaurs. Be immersed in the compelling and original Jurassic World narrative set after the earth-shattering events of Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom. Work alongside iconic characters from the films, including Dr. Ian Malcolm (voiced by Jeff Goldblum) and Claire Dearing (voiced by Bryce Dallas Howard) and lead the efforts to control, conserve and contain wild dinosaurs now rampaging across the USA.
Trek to Yomi | PS4, PS5
Trek to Yomi is an ultra-stylised cinematic action-adventure that follows an enthralling story of Hiroki during his fall against the forces of evil. Experience his heroic return to make good on his failed promise to save the people he swore to protect. As a vow to his dying Master, the young swordsman is sworn to protect his town and the people he loves against all threats. Faced with tragedy and bound to duty, the lone samurai must voyage beyond life and death to confront himself and decide his path forward.
Last chance to download May’s Monthly Games
PlayStation Plus members have until Tuesday, June 6 to add GRID Legends, Chivalry 2 and Descenders 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.
Enjoy this month’s lineup and check back monthly for new games added to PlayStation Plus.
To find out more about the upcoming PlayStation Plus titles, head to the PlayStation Blog.
Sydney, Australia – June 1, 2023 – Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) and Milestone, a leading global racing game developer, have announcedHot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged. The sequel to the acclaimed Hot Wheels Unleashed will be available on October 19, 2023 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.With all-new mechanics, environments, vehicle styles, and game modes, Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged revs up the arcade fun to the next level, taking players to unexplored horizons in their Hot Wheels® gaming experience.
Watch the Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged announcement trailer here.
VEHICLE CATEGORIES, ENVIRONMENTS, AND GAMEPLAY MECHANICS
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbochargedwill launch with over130 vehicles, including the debut of motorbikes and ATVs. Stock, Powered, and Ultimate vehicle categories will differentiate performance, while players will be able to further customise their driving style using skill points to purchase specific perks and assemble their ideal custom build.
Five distinct environments await players in Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged, each with unique racing surfaces that impact vehicle performance for a more dynamic match experience. Vehicles will also interact with several objects both on and off the track, making races even more unpredictable.
Along with the greater diversity of vehicles and environments that open up more dynamic and strategic racing scenarios, daring driving and manoeuvres skills are tested with the addition of two new abilities – dash and jump. Lateral dashing will allow for tactical impacts against opponents, obstacle dodging, and daring overturns until the finish line, while players will also be able to perform dramatic jumps anytime and anywhere. With the press of a button, drivers will have new opportunities to overtake rivals, uncover hidden shortcuts, and discover new track sections. These innovations, alongside the drift and boost features already present in the first game, ensure that each race offers a unique and thrilling experience while giving players more control over their fate.
NEW GAME MODES AND ONLINE FEATURES
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged will feature a variety of new game modes that add a fresh layer of fun and challenges both online and offline, including events that push drivers’ skills to the limit or teach them how to master the art of drifting and avoiding crashes with speed and precision. The fan-favourite, two-player split-screen mode is back to fuel exciting duels on the couch, while a number of improvements, including the ability to create a party with friends and the addition of cross-play*, will ignite the online multiplayer experience.
AN ENHANCED, STORY-DRIVEN CAMPAIGN
A story-driven career modestarring four original characters is another highlight addition to Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged. Each character’s background and personality will be presented through animated cutscenes that will immerse players in a captivating narrative, making their journey into the world of Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged truly unforgettable.
POWER TO THE USERS!
User-generated content has played a critical role in the success of Hot Wheels Unleashed, which boasts over 1 million liveries and 400 thousand tracks designed by Hot Wheels fans, and the possibilities to unleash players’ creativity are even larger in Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged. The refinedTrack Editor will introduce new special modules and features that increase the diversity of player-generated tracks, whereas a Livery Editorupdate will introduce the Sticker Editor to create, save, and share original patterns and shapes. To ensure everyone can enjoy the creations of their fellow players, all user-generated content will be shareable cross-platform from Day One of Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged.
“We are truly delighted with the enthusiasm shown by the press and players toward the first title, a global success that reached more than 8 million players worldwide,” saidLuisa Bixio, Milestone CEO. “Building on the solid foundation that granted us unanimous acclaim, with Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged we decided to create a brand-new gaming experience to raise the bar of arcade fun even higher. Having a partner like Mattel by our side is a great reason to be proud, and we are ready to race even faster toward new shared goals.”
“Having just celebrated its 55th anniversary, the iconic Hot Wheels brand continues to ignite the challenger spirit in consumers globally across a seemingly endless variety of mediums—especially gaming,” said Mike DeLaet, Global Head of Digital Gaming at Mattel. “Following the enormous success of Hot Wheels Unleashed™, we are thrilled to join forces once again with our talented partners at Milestone to bring fans an all-new game with next-level graphics and even bigger thrills.”
Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged is available now for pre-order on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.
Founded in Milan in 1996, Milestone S.r.l. is one of the leading and longest established racing game developers in the world. The 200+ people team is responsible for hit series like MotoGP, MXGP and Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame, as well as RIDE and Gravel, Milestone’s own IPs. For more information, please visit www.milestone.it
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About Mattel
Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain, and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends®, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Monster High® and MEGA®, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music, and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us online at mattel.com
LAHAINA, HAWAII –1 June 2023–Kimono Cats, the wholesome feline village builder meets dating sim from ToeJam and Earl creators HumaNature Studios nominated for a 2023 Apple Design Award, relaunches with a massive batch of new content on Friday, June 9, exclusively on Apple Arcade for iPhone, iPad, macOS, and Apple TV.
Expand the feline protagonist’s village into a glorious new home for them and their prospective companion by building houses, shops, restaurants, and trees. Keep up with maintenance by watering flowers and clearing pesky cobwebs. In version 1.1, complete one of 20 new quests with challenges to unlock new items for the borough, including hot air balloons, arching rainbows, and a UFO.
It takes a village to build a village, so show off the burgeoning hometown to friends with the new photo feature allowing players to automatically save snapshots to their device. Play online to send gifts and messages to fellow cat lovers, and don’t forget to sign the guest book! Invite friends to come visit – but make sure the village has plenty of shops so they can spend their tickets for bonus spins.
Go on a stroll through Matsuri Festivals with a cute cat companion in tow, shoot darts at bubbles to trigger mini-games and positive events like cheering up a crying child or giving a sweet treat to the cleaning lady, but avoid bad bubbles like an ugly matsuri mask, flowers with bees…or poop on a stick. Don’t worry too much though, even bad bubbles have value, with rewards available for filling out version 1.1’s Bubble Catalogue.
Play mini-games to win not just rewards but also your companion’s heart, like the all-new mini-game where the cats must commandeer an out-of-control ramen cart while avoiding obstacles and collecting rewards in record speed. Play Kimono Cats for a few minutes or hours on end, enjoying mini-games and building the village, all without timers or ads thanks to Apple Arcade.
“I was inspired to create Kimono Cats as a way to bring joy during stressful times,” said HumaNature founder Greg Johnson. “It celebrates all kinds of love and aims to represent our diverse team at HumaNature. Kimono Cats is a game where everyone can be themselves and play to their heart’s content.”
Kimono Cats’ version 1.1 update launches Friday, June 9, on Apple Arcade with language support in English, Arabic, Dutch, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Thai, Traditional Chinese, and Turkish.
Founded in 2006 by veteran game designer Greg Johnson, the studio is the creator behind Doki Doki Universe and ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove and aims to build charming and playful games that appeal to non-gamers and help people connect with others in expressive and creative ways.
We take on the role of Forrest Nash, a newly hired radio host in a small town, only for a dangerous serial killer to make its return. With the police indisposed of we must solve puzzles to guide our callers to safety as the killer stalks his prey in Killer Frequency.
Killer Frequency is a first-person horror adventure that puts you in the shoes of Forrest Nash, a late-night radio host whose callers are being stalked by a mysterious killer. Solve puzzles, save lives and run the switchboards, all while listening to a jukebox of retro ‘80s tunes!
Killer Frequency Developer: Team17 Digital Publisher: Team17 Digital Platform: Windows, Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S Release Date: 2 June, 2023
Recommended – “Though it may have some small issues Killer Frequency creates a unique blend of horror, puzzle, and adventure that will delight slasher fans with plenty of camp and solid storytelling.”
LOS ANGELES – May 31, 2023 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, launches the ‘Grand Festival’ to commemorate The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross (7DS) 4th Year Anniversary. This special in-game update features a new character, limited-time events, rewards, and more.
Players can experience the game’s 4th Year Anniversary “Grand Festival” in two parts: Gift (May 30 – June 13) and Snatch (June 13 and 27). New content and events include:
New Character: [The Seven Deadly Sins] Transcendent Ban has been added to the list of playable heroes.
Grand Cross 4th Anniversary Survey Festival Draw: Players will have the opportunity to obtain the newly-added hero [The Seven Deadly Sins] Transcendent Ban during this event. Several popular heroes will be available in this draw including [Cursed Shackles] Purgatory Meliodas and [Fire of Life] Ultimate Escanor. 1 SSR hero is guaranteed at 300 mileages and 600 mileages while [The Seven Deadly Sins] Transcendent Ban is guaranteed at 900 mileages.
Starter Rush Draw Returns (May 23~): Across a 14-day period, players will receive 1 chance for 11 consecutive draws daily (total of 154 draws). 1 festival hero is guaranteed at 300 mileages. Players can obtain a festival hero at 450 and 600 mileages using Diamonds. All heroes will be provided at the UR 90 level and fully awakened condition.
Grand Cross 4th Anniversary Check-in Events:
4th Anniversary Eve Special Check-in Event (May 23~): A ticket for the 4th Anniversary Eve Special Guest Step-up Draw will be offered for 10 days. A chance at 11 consecutive draws will be provided on a daily basis (total of 110 draws). Two SSR heroes including new hero ‘MAVE: Lead Vocal Zena’ can be earned.
Grand Cross 4th Anniversary Check-in Event Part I (May 30~): Players can earn a maximum of 300 Diamonds Rewards across a 28-day period.
Grand Cross 4th Anniversary Check-in Event Part II (May 30~): During the 14 day promotional period, players can earn a maximum of 140 tickets which can be used to open the 4th Anniversary Jumping Gift Box.
4th Anniversary Jumping Gift Box Event: A maximum of 5 fully awakened UR 90 level heroes and a maximum of 7 fully awakened equipment set can be earned.
4th Anniversary Grand Festival Special Mission: Comprising 5 different missions, players can earn rewards by clearing each and every mission. 1 One-step Evolution Token, 10 Grand Cross 4th Anniversary Survey Festival Draw Tickets, 50 4th Anniversary Jumping Gift Box Tickets, and high-quality growth material can be earned.
4th Anniversary Event Boss Parade: Aboru, Indigenous Purgatory Creature, and Graeon will appear as bosses. Diamond, 4th Anniversary Jumping Gift/Snatch Ticket, 4th Anniversary Card Pack, and growth material can be earned.
Players can experience additional new content in this game update including the 4th Anniversary Ban’s Special Recipe. This is a new cooking item that generates effects such as increasing the chance to earn materials to enhance costume and demon materials. A new PVE Contents ‘Hero Arena’ has been added where players can earn in-game items and points by winning consecutive battles via selecting defense decks at different leagues. Additionally, Chapter 27 and new Holy Relics for Lostvayne Meliodas and Queen Diane have been added. Lastly, to celebrate 4th year the highest level ‘Evolution’ (LR level), which results in improvement of basic stats and ultimate move along with changes in the appearance of heroes, has been updated. Only Lostvayne Meliodas will be upgradable to LR level.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross translates the storytelling and adventures of [The Seven Deadly Sins] into a highly engaging and entertaining mobile gaming experience. The game features stunning, high-resolution 3D graphics, more than 100 dramatic cutscenes, and is brought to life with the cast of the original Japanese voice actors reprising their characters.
The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross is now available for download on theApp Store and Google Play. For more information, please visit the game’s official website and Facebook.
Based on the manga “The Seven Deadly Sins” by Nakaba Suzuki originally serialized in the weekly SHONEN MAGAZINE published by Kodansha Ltd.
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.
The tycoon management sim will launch in early access later this year, with developer Studio Nul Games introducing new mechanics and content in a bonus playthrough video
PARIS – May 31, 2023 – News Tower, the tycoon management sim set in the 1930s from publisher Twin Sails Interactive and developer Studio Nul Games, showcases the range of editorial challenges players will face as they manage their newspaper in a new gameplay trailer released today. The team is currently adding new content and features as the game readies to launch into Steam Early Access later this year. A new dedicated developer playthrough video also dropped today to show off the game’s current progress and some of the features players will be able to experience at the arrival of early access.
Gameplay Trailer:
Developer Playthrough Video:
As the founder of a newspaper in 1930s New York, your goal is to build a media empire: recruit and manage every profession necessary to your success, including reporters, photographers, janitors and the essential ads salesperson. Search for exciting news across the globe, matching your editorial line and your readers’ interests. Build and optimize your tower to ensure the well-being of your employees and gain new audiences while meeting your printing deadlines and balancing editorial quality!
Investigate Around the Globe: Select topics from around the world and follow different leads to develop each story. From the disappearance of a cat to stories of corruption, your decisions will have consequences.
Compose Your Newspaper: Each week you’ll compose your newspaper with the articles you have produced. Hard-hitting journalism, sensational gossip, income-generating ads – it’s up to you to decide what makes the cut!
Build & Optimize Your Tower: Improve your production processes without impacting the well-being of your employees. The layout of the desks and machines is not to be neglected!
Grow Your News Empire: Conquer New York by expanding to famous locations like Wall Street, Central Park and more, unlocking new upgrades and readers with their own interests to balance.
News Tower is set to launch into Steam Early Access later this year and is available to wishlist now.
For more information on News Tower and everything else from Twin Sails Interactive, visit the official website and follow along on Twitter, YouTube and Facebook.
About Studio Nul Games
Studio Nul Games, founded in 2019, is a young video game company from Rotterdam, the Netherlands. We love making games that are smart, welcoming, and immersive. Everyone in our team shares the same ambition: to have a good time through friendly gaming experiences that will test your skills and let you forget anything else.
About Twin Sails Interactive
Twin Sails Interactive is an international video game publisher, part of the Asmodee Group, an Embracer company since March 2022. Based in Paris, our team of passionate professionals partners with developers to help drive their titles to success. Originally known as a specialist of digital board-game adaptations under the name Asmodee Digital, Twin Sails expands Asmodee’s reach into original, creative titles aimed at a wide audience on PC and consoles. Following the release of the acclaimed Gloomhaven adaptation and the well-received Early Access launch of Ember Knights, Twin Sails is publishing indie gems Innchanted, News Tower and Amberial Dreams, with more yet to be announced.
Wrocław, Poland – May 31, 2023 – In celebration of Call of Juarez: Gunslinger’s 10th anniversary, all Dying Light 2 Stay Human players will be able to participate in a western-themed Undead or Alive event. You’re invited to walk down memory lane and start looking for pieces of the Wild West starting now, May 31, 7 am PT / 11 am ET, until next Wednesday, June 7, 7 am PT / 11 am ET. Techland is also releasing a Gunslinger Bundle ($6.99), containing exclusive items that hark back to the last Call of Juarez game.
To further celebrate the occasion, Dying Light 2 Stay Human is offering discounts across all of its editions: 50%for the Standard Edition, 45% for the Deluxe Edition, and 30% for the Ultimate Edition. For more information, watch the trailer now.
To help us create unforgettable experiences for all Dying Light 2 Stay Human players, we invite them to join the conversation on Discord, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube – we’ll be waiting!
For more information about Dying Light 2 Stay Human and Techland, head to www.dyinglight2.com
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About Techland
Techland is one of the biggest and best-known Polish game developers with studios in Wroclaw and Warsaw. For over 30 years, we’ve carried a tradition of providing gamers with unforgettable experiences. We’re an international team of over 400 highly-skilled professionals driven by a passion for gaming, always striving for the best quality.
We’re fueled by the support of our global community built on the foundation of successful AAA franchises such as Call of Juarez, Dead Island, or Dying Light. The gamers’; trust in our games has resulted in our newest project, Dying Light 2 Stay Human, selling more than 5 million copies across all platforms within the first month after release.
On top of continuously growing the world of Dying Light through a robust post- launch support plan for Dying Light 2 Stay Human, we’re also working on an unannounced AAA Open World Action RPG set in a brand new fantasy universe; our biggest project to date.
Techland’s mission strictly determines every aspect of our work: we want to create unforgettable experiences.