New Demon-type Soul lands in Eden and class is in session in the Everschool event, with even more Soul-collecting fun promised in Q2 roadmap!

Amsterdam, The Netherlands — April 6, 2023 | Kakao Games and Nine Ark Inc. are thrilled to reveal the all-new character Lizelotte, who has now joined the ever-expanding roster of playable Souls in mobile RPG, Eversoul. From today, players will be able to acquire Lizelotte through summon events, including Eversoul’s first ever Demon-type Pick-up event, diversifying their collections with her formidable skill set and exclusive Gungnir artifact. 

Wherever Lizelotte appears, Black Lillies bloom. She cherishes dignity and charisma above all else, making her a popular Soul in the beguiling world of Eden. However, despite her public image, she has a knack for cup noodle combinations. As a Demon-type Soul specialising in the art of ranged combat, Lizelotte is a solid addition to any Savior’s squad of Souls. 

Moreover, now is the perfect time to try and secure the latest Demon-type Soul with the Everschool event debuting today (running until April 27 at 23:59 UTC). This modern, school-themed event comes with all-new daily login bonuses, where additional Everstones and Normal Summon tickets. There will also be two event stages and a raid to participate in for additional in-game goodies.

Taking on the limited-time stages and raids will allow the player to accumulate Prize medals – Everschool’s Victory Rewards – which can be exchanged for a chance to participate in a draw lots event. As the name suggests, players will draw lots and work their way through a sequence of rounds, each offering different random rewards found in the event shop. It all boils down to luck when it comes to securing the special Winning Prize and progressing to the next round of shop items on display. 

That’s not all, as an assortment of limited costumes will also be available over the course of the event. Be sure to dive into what Everschool has to offer to be in with a chance of securing adorable academic attire for Linzy, Mephistopheles and Claire. 

Eversoul is also delighted to be celebrating 100 days since the title’s launch. To mark the occasion, players will be granted 10 days of 10 free summons from April 7th until April 16th at 23:59 UTC. This presents the perfect opportunity to try and summon new and favoured Souls. 

Looking ahead, Eversoul has recently unveiled its Q2 roadmap, detailing content to come over the next few months. The roadmap teases a number of events taking place, where players may secure exclusive, themed rewards and challenge almighty foes in intense raids. 

What’s more is a variety of new Souls will also be rolled out in the coming months, giving those who have stepped into the Savior’s shoes plenty to look forward to as they continue their quest to save Eden. You can find out more about what’s in store for Eversoul in the full roadmap video. 

More news and events can be seen on the game’s official website.

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 (serviced in North America, Europe and Oceania), Kong Studios’ Guardian Tales (serviced in North America, Europe, Latin America and Oceania), Cygames’ World Flipper and XLGAMES’ Moonlight Sculptor (serviced in North America and Europe).

About Nine Ark Inc.

Nine Ark Inc. was established in 2019 by developers from NDOORS corporation which served as the subsidiary of Nexon, one of the biggest names in the online gaming world. The expert development team of 10+ years of experience in mobile gaming has worked as main developers of titles like the Legion of Heroes and Cherish the Three Kingdom. Nine Ark Inc.’s first project Eversoul is set for global release in early 2023. Creating an interactive mobile RPG filled with the highest quality graphics with characters and game features full of life and fun, Nine Ark Inc. shares the vision of building the ark for anyone to hop aboard and set out on new adventures.

Dungeon Drafters is a mystery dungeon adventure that breathes new life into the card battle genre with tile-based strategic combat, unique playable characters, roguelite elements and a clever combo system.

OSAKA – April 6, 2023 – DANGEN Entertainment today announced that Dungeon Drafters will be released on PC platforms on April 27, 2023, with console ports planned for later in 2023. A new release date trailer revealing new gameplay commemorates the announcement.

Dungeon Drafters combines deck building and tactical battles, all wrapped up in a colorful pixel art mystery dungeon adventure with roguelite elements. Play as a young adventurer eager to explore ancient ruins on a quest to rid the world of evil and forbidden cards. Battle it out in turn-based combat with your spell deck to execute incredible combos that devastate the battlefield. Collect rare cards, discover treasure, rescue lost adventurers, then return to town to prepare for your next run. Dive deeper and work your way toward building the ultimate spell deck that will banish evil from the world forever.

Players choose from one of six playable characters with their unique starting deck that guides initial play-style, adding different flavor to combat and strategy while giving the player an extra step towards building those archetypes. For example, the Mage starts out with wide range magical attacks “Flamering” and “Quake” while being able to turn enemies into frogs with “Hex,” whereas the Brawler can throw enemies with “Fling” or trap them with “Binding Palm.” Regardless of your initial decision, you may branch out and create any deck you want in the game.

Players explore a wide array of dungeons ranging from Misty Grove Ruins, Magma City, Glacial Library, Lost Wreckage and more. Once battle begins, the player and enemy take turns in strategic tile-based combat. The player has three actions points in each turn letting them move, play a card, or bash an enemy with a melee hit. Hover over the enemy to see their attack range and keep an eye on their next move so you can avoid danger or counter with a big move. Protect yourself with a “Stealth” card, create a “Barricade,” jump out of the way with “Vault,’ or turn a stationary item into a friendly monster with “Polymorph.” Root an enemy in place then crush it with a stalagmite, or push one enemy into another for extra damage. Using the environment and creative thinking are key to dungeon survival.

Dungeon Drafters has a rich customization system with 300 different cards and five different magical archetypes – Traveler, Raider, Stranger, Oracle, and Warden, all of which employ different types of spells. Every card is tied to an archetype that defines how those cards will work in a deck. Some focus on aggressive power, while others focus on control, resilience and safety. Depending on which archetype you choose, your strategies and tactics will differ greatly. When you equip runes aligned to a specific archetype of your choice, you will be able to use cards of that archetype. As your character gains more runes, you’ll be able to make more complex decks, mixing archetypes, and creating the super deck of your dreams. Spice up your magical deck with powerful Curios – magical trinkets that grant the player unique abilities that can synergize with their deck. Each character gives the player an initial taste of card archetypes and how two classes of cards may combo together.

As you explore dungeons, you’ll have the opportunity to either dive deeper, or return to the Adventurer’s Town to secure your spoils. Here you can redeem booster packs, build your deck, trade cards, interact with NPCs, take on quests, unlock runes, send the Scavenger on an expedition to find Curios, play minigames and discover a ton of additional secrets and lore. You can also access the all-mighty Guide that provides a slew of information such as a bestiary, NPC profiles, a town map, encyclopaedia and more.

Each dungeon has its own theme, featuring monsters that may teleport, heal, absorb or cause massive damage. Beating the final boss of each dungeon will require a lot of effort, requiring players to learn the tricks of each, make adjustments in their deck and delve further. Seeking out different types of rooms is an important feature of the game. Look hard and you’ll discover Treasure Rooms, Special Rooms with combat events, Lore Rooms, Trade Rooms, Fishing Rooms and more.

Dungeon Drafters features a catchy soundtrack with dynamic music that changes during battle to keep the player pumped. Guest composer Hiroki Kikuta, of Secret of Mana fame, contributed a very special theme to the game.

Dungeon Drafters is available to wishlist on Steam

DANGEN ENTERTAINMENT is an indie-focused publisher that specializes in localizing and releasing awesome games in multiple languages around the world. Our company mantra comes from the Japanese definition of the word “DANGEN,” which means “words of conviction.” We at DANGEN ENTERTAINMENT wear many hats, but our most important role is to help deliver a multitude of great games to as many gamers as possible.

 Trepang Studios’ nod to over-the-top, mid-00s shooters counts down to a summer launch. 

Thursday, 6th April 2023 – Team17 and Trepang Studios have today announced that upcoming, grisly first-person shooter Trepang2 will be arriving on PC in just a few months’ time on 21st June.  

A spiritual successor and blood-drenched love letter to the fast-paced and over-the-top FPS games of the mid-2000s, Trepang2 features high-octane, first-person gun-fu gunplay and puts players in the shoes of a newly enhanced super soldier on a mission of death, destruction, and revenge. Broken out from a government black site by unknown allies and removed of their memories, they’ll be hunted by their captives and an even more otherworldly foe, and will have to arm themselves with an arsenal of devastating weapons and learn how to handle their newfound superhuman abilities to survive the onslaught while unravelling a deadly conspiracy.  

Check your corners and blast into a brand-new story trailer below: 

Trepang2 key features  

• Over-the-top Action: Dive into a bullet-filled world of death and destruction and put your combat skills to the test against thousands of highly trained special forces operatives who are out for your blood
• Explosive Campaign and Horde modes: Play through a thrilling campaign and unravel a deadly supernatural conspiracy, or take on waves of ruthless spec-ops forces and see how long you can survive
• Become Enhanced: Master an arsenal of game-changing supernatural abilities including time distortion, invisibility, superhuman speed and strength to dominate your enemies
• Brutal Melee Combat: Square up to your foes in close quarters melee combat and go full throttle in rapid fire gunfights. Punch, kick, slide and string together combos to reduce your enemies to dust. 

Trepang2 is available to Wishlist now on Steam.

About Trepang Studios 
Trepang Studios was founded in 2019 by a group of four friends from all over the world. Passionate about video games and game development, the team started out as modders before breaking into the games industry. Their debut title, Trepang2, is currently in development and will be launching on PC on 21st June.

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.

Thursday, April 6 2023: Players of all ages are invited to pull out their Diamond Pickaxes and head to the Microsoft Experience Centre over the April school holidays for Xbox ANZ’s new Minecraft Legends workshops. Minecraft Legends is an exciting new action-strategy game, filled with adventure, and the workshops will give players the chance to experience it for themselves.  

Available from 20^th – 24^th April and the 29^th – 30^th April, participants will embark on an exciting journey through a familiar yet mysterious land, filled with diverse life, lush biomes, and rich resources, all of which is  on the brink of destruction –with the sudden arrival of the piglins, and they’re threatening to corrupt the Overworld! 

Players will have the opportunity to explore this exciting new world, meet new characters, and battle the piglins to save the day. Each participant will receive a Minecraft Legends gift bag* and certificate plus be immersed in a fun filled environment, including the opportunity for photos with some of our deceptively cute piglins.  

As an added bonus, lucky Sydney-siders will have the opportunity to meet one of the game’s most popular creators!  YouTube sensation, Eystreem will be at the Microsoft Experience Centre on Saturday 22 April between 12-2pm to meet and greet fans.  

The Minecraft Legends workshops will take place at the Microsoft Experience Centre at Westfield Sydney from April 20th – 24^th and 29^th – 30^th. Interested participants can sign up now to reserve their spot. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss your chance to join in the fun! 

To register for a spot, head to the website here

Workshop schedule can be found below:

• Thursday 20 April:
  • 10am – 12pm
  • 1pm – 3pm
  • 3pm – 5pm
• Friday 21 April:
  • 10am – 12pm
  • 1pm – 3pm
  • 3pm – 5pm
• Saturday 22 April:
  • 10am – 12pm
  • 3pm – 5pm
• Sunday 23 April:
  • 10am – 12pm
  • 1pm – 3pm
  • 3pm – 5pm
• Saturday 29 April:
  • 10am – 12pm
• Sunday 30 April:
  • 10am – 12pm

Minecraft Legends – Rating: PG

About Microsoft

Microsoft (Nasdaq “MSFT” @microsoft) enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.

Nintendo Switch Version Available to Pre-Order Now.

SYDNEY (Apr. 6, 2023) – SQUARE ENIX® today announced that the beloved FINAL FANTASY® pixel remaster series, previously only available on Steam® and mobile platforms, is launching digitally for PlayStation®4 (PS4™) console and Nintendo Switch™ system on April 19, 2023*. The pixel remaster series which comprises of FINAL FANTASY I through FINAL FANTASY VI, brings all the magic of the originals combined with quality-of-life upgrades while staying faithful to the retro design of these masterpieces.

Watch the FINAL FANTASY Pixel Remaster | PS4 & Nintendo Switch Release Date trailer here:

In FINAL FANTASY pixel remaster series, players can expect some unique features for PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch version, including the option to switch between the rearranged and original-based soundtrack for the game, as well as a choice of in-game fonts – players can now opt to play using the game’s default font or a pixel-based font. Additionally, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch players can also expect additional boost features to expand gameplay options, including switching off random encounters and adjusting experience gained multipliers between 0 and 4.

All six titles in the FINAL FANTASY pixel remaster series will be available to digitally purchase individually or as a complete series in the FINAL FANTASY I-VI BUNDLE from PlayStation™ Store or Nintendo eShop. Starting today, players can pre-order the Nintendo Switch version digitally. Players who purchase the Nintendo Switch version by May 25, 2023 will receive two themed Wallpapers based on the individual games(s) purchased from the FINAL FANTASY pixel remaster series. Players who purchase the complete series in the FINAL FANTASY I-VI BUNDLE will receive all 12 themed Wallpapers.

Players who purchase the digital edition of the game(s) on PlayStation 4 between April 19, 2023 – May 25, 2023 will receive a Theme and Avatar in accordance to the individual games(s) purchased from the FINAL FANTASY pixel remaster series. Players who purchase the complete series in the FINAL FANTASY I-VI BUNDLE will receive every Theme and Avatar included with the individual games which is a total of six Themes and six Avatars.

The FINAL FANTASY pixel remaster series is also available for purchase as part of the FINAL FANTASY I-VI Bundle on Steam, the App Store®, Google Play™ and the Amazon App Store.

To learn more about each game in the FINAL FANTASY pixel remastered series, visit the official website for more information at: https://ffpixelremaster.com/

*FINAL FANTASY pixel remaster on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch will be available to download from 4:00pm BST / 5:00pm CEST on April 19, 2023 (1am April 20 AEST).

About FINAL FANTASY

For over 30 years, the FINAL FANTASY series has delighted generations of gamers and millions of players worldwide through beloved Role-Playing adventures that are built upon the benchmarks of spectacular visuals, highly imaginative worlds rich stories, memorable characters and technical and gameplay innovation leading the industry and earning the highest accolades from around the world. Each mainline game in the series is a completely new experience, and an ideal entry point to the series. Titles of the series have sold over 173 million units worldwide.

About Square Enix Ltd.

Square Enix Ltd. Develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies.The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including:FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 173 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 85 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®.Square Enix Ltd. Is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

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

TALLINN, ESTONIA – 5 APRIL, 2023 – Ultra, a complete PC video gaming platform created by AAA games industry talent from companies like Ubisoft, Wargaming, Playstation and Nintendo, today proudly announces the launch of Ultra Games, a true next generation PC games store created to challenge the status quo in game distribution. 

The Ultra Games store will be accessible globally from the 25th April 2023 at 16:00 UTC and can be downloaded here for PC, with launch titles including – among many others – Lords of the Fallen, The Walking Dead Definitive Series, WRC7, the Syberia series, and the Beholder series. Ultra Games has been rigorously beta tested with a passionate community of more than 1,000 gamers worldwide.

Ultra Games aims to solve existing challenges in PC gaming with a more contemporary and intuitive approach to discoverability and community management for games of all sizes, while offering a fairer revenue split for developers and publishers. Encompassing a modern storefront, curated library and powerful launcher, Ultra Games offers an extensive and growing catalogue from leading publishers and developers including Nacon, Plug In Digital, Skybound, Microids, Graffiti Games, and Fulqrum, while tech partners include AMD and Ubisoft.

For PC gamers, Ultra Games will offer a number of pioneering features such as opportunities to resell games from their digital library with the permission of the developer, and a referral system that gives players a percentage of their friends’ game purchases. Game developers and publishers can choose whether or not to activate these blockchain-enabled features for their titles, and set parameters that work for both their business and their community. Their goal is to bring gamers and developers closer together in vibrant communities, by opening direct channels of communication between both camps. Key initiatives include feedback and community management features, and events such as competitive tournaments on the Ultra Arena platform. 

Nicolas Gilot, Co-CEO at Ultra, commented:

“The PC gaming distribution market is running out of steam and ripe for disruption. Yes, the leading legacy platforms have been incredibly successful to date, but we believe there’s much room for improvement for gamers, devs and pubs. We explicitly engineered Ultra Games to address critical issues such as high fees for developers and lack of real, flexible game ownership for players. This is still only the beginning for us but, by addressing these issues, we want to help create more meaningful, more transparent relationships between communities. I can’t wait to see this vision start to come to fruition after five years of development and listening to the needs of developers and players.”

Yves Bléhaut, SVP, Strategic Partnerships at Microids, added: 

“We are delighted to be a part of the Ultra Games launch, offering our cherished titles to an enthusiastic gaming community. The Ultra Games store provides a distinctive opportunity for fans to explore and experience our games, and we can’t wait to witness what the future holds in partnership with Ultra.”

Stay connected for more information by visiting ultra.io and following them on Twitter, YouTube, and Discord. 

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LOS ANGELES – April 5, 2023 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, celebrates the 8^th Year Anniversary for its blockbuster mobile RPG MARVEL Future Fight. The “8 Years Homecoming” Celebration Event includes several in-game events and special rewards such as Selector: Tier-2 Character, 800 Crystals and 5 million Gold will be provided on April 26^th. Starting today through April 25^th, players can participate in pre-registration on the official website.

Players can experience two in-game events to celebrate the game’s milestone:

• 8th Year Countdown Event (April 4 – 25):  Players can obtain various rewards such as Selector: Tier-2 Character, Level 6 Potential Enhance Ticket, 4★ Artifact Chest, Odin’s Blessing, and a total of 900 Crystals.

• 8th Year Event (April 26): Special rewards including Selector: Tier-3 Character, 8th Year Comic Card, and more will be provided to those who play during the event.

As part of the April Fool’s game update, new uniforms are now available for the following characters: Thanos (Tier-4) – Wise Harvester and Squirrel Girl (Tier-3) – Nutty Titan.

MARVEL Future Fight has over 150 million players across the world with the game currently available worldwide in the App Store® and Google Play™.

For more information, please visit http://marvelfuturefight.netmarble.com.

About Netmarble Corporation

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

About Marvel Entertainment

Marvel Entertainment, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is one of the world’s most prominent character-based entertainment companies, built on a proven library of more than 8,000 characters featured in a variety of media for over eighty years. Marvel utilizes its character franchises in entertainment, licensing, publishing, games, and digital media.

For more information visit marvel.com. © 2023 MARVEL

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Sydney, AUSTRALIA – April 6^th 2023 – Today, Bandai Namco Europe announced Reunion of Memories, a DLC coming soon for ONE PIECE ODYSSEY, the RPG based on the iconic franchise with a twist on the original story.

The famous pirates are finally resting after their unbelievable adventures on the island of Waford and in Memoria, the world made of their memories. But as they celebrate their last night together before sailing away, a girl who looks like Lim appears dressed in black clothes with her hood pulled over her face, holding a sinister black cube in hand… But who is she? The Straw Hat Crew will be forced back into Memoria and transported again to Alabasta, although it seems different from last time, and the cube needed to escape has disappeared!

The world of memories is not the same anymore and Luffy and his friends will have to find a way back, but not before they unravel one final hidden mystery. Discover what awaits the Straw Hat Crew in the announcement trailer of ONE PIECE ODYSSEY: Reunion of Memories here:

Katsuaki Tsuzuki, producer of ONE PIECE ODYSSEY, recorded a message telling more about the features of this additional scenario coming up, watch his video here:

ONE PIECE ODYSSEY | Reunion of Memories DLC – Producer Message

ONE PIECE ODYSSEY is available for PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. A demo version is also available now on those platforms.

For more information about ONE PIECE ODYSSEY and other titles from Bandai Namco Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoEU. Join the conversation on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoEU.

About Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S.

Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S. is a leading global publisher and developer of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.

Bandai Namco Europe is producing intellectual property for a global audience and is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, PARK BEYOND™, and the upcoming UNKNOWN 9™ Awakening – developed by the recently acquired Reflector Entertainment based in Montreal, QC.

Bandai Namco Europe serves as the Headquarters of Bandai Namco Holdings Inc. for mainland Europe, which is known for creating and publishing many of the Toy & Entertainment industry’s top franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TAMAGOTCHI™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, DARK SOULS™ and the recently released ELDEN RING™.

For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu.

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