LOS ANGELES – November 16, 2022 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has released a new update for Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds that kicks off the 5vs5 player Temple Team Arena regular season. In addition, the latest update introduces special Black Friday events and a new World Boss.

Following a pre-season, the 5vs5 Temple Team Arena’s regular season has officially begun for players to earn Temple Points and buffsby defeating monsters. Through PvP, players can take their opponents’ Temple Points until the team with the higher Temple Score wins the battle. Throughout the official season, players can acquire Asterite, an in-game currency.

To celebrate the Black Friday update, players will have the opportunity to participate in additional limited-time events including special rewards:

• Find the Black Higgledy Coins – Players can complete a number of missions such as throwing coins into the fountain to obtain Black Higgledy Coins. The Black Higgledy Coins can be exchanged for many rewards including Magic Tome Selection Chests, and a 4★ Darkness Weapon/Familiar Selection Chest is granted once all the items have been exchanged for. Players can choose either a 4★ Darkness Normal Weapon or 4★ Darkness Normal Familiar.
• Power Up Dungeon Double Up Event – Fire Temple and Familiars’ Cradle entry counts have been increased, and more rewards are available from Goldbeard’s Pirate Ship.
• Muse’s Thank-you Gift – Muse the Traveling Merchant has an increased appearance rate and various items’ stock counts have been doubled!

The World Boss Acteon is also introduced in today’s update. This giant insectoid Earth element World Boss mainly uses a powerful physical attack and moves swiftly thanks to the wings on its back. Players that defeat Acteon can earn various rewards, including Acteon Accessories.

Developed based on Level-5 and Studio Ghibli’s original fantasy RPG series ‘Ni no Kuni,’ Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds is available on mobile platforms and playable on PC using cross-play.

For the latest game info and updates, visit the official website (https://ninokuni.netmarble.com/) and follow the game’s Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, and Discord channels.

About Netmarble Corporation

Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a top developer and publisher pushing the boundaries of the mobile gaming experience with highly innovative games including Marvel Future Revolution, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds, Lineage 2: Revolution, The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, Blade & Soul Revolution and Marvel Future Fight. As a parent company of Kabam, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble strives to entertain audiences around the world with a variety of mobile games based on its powerful franchises and collaborations with IP holders worldwide. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com

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Sydney, Australia – November 17th, 2022 – Microids is delighted to announce that Arkanoid Eternal Battle is now available worldwide on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One consoles, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Developed by studio Pastagames, Arkanoid Eternal Battle invites players to discover or rediscover the iconic block breaker in a fully modernised and revamped version where players can compete online with up to 24 others in the Eternal Battle mode.

Check out the game’s explosive launch trailer here

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Dive back into the 80’s Arcade frenzy with the game’s retro retail editions, now available!

The Limited Edition includes:

• The full game for PS5, PS4 or Nintendo Switch
• A 3D lenticular
• A 16-page instructions booklet
• The original soundtrack (digital format)
• A sheet of stickers
• Exclusive in-game bonuses

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Arkanoid Eternal Battle marks the return of the emblematic block breaker game in a surprising, renewed version with four game modes:

• Retro: Teleport to an old-school arcade parlor back in 1986 and enjoy the original game!
• Neo: This solo mode expands on the classic gameplay with brand-new levels, sounds, a modern and stylish art direction, as well as new unique blocks, bonuses and effects!
• Versus: Play locally with two to four players on the same screen!
• Eternal Battle: For the very first time, 25 players can challenge each other online in an exclusive Battle Royale mode! Use power ups to gain advantage and be the last one standing to win the game!

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About Microids

Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Revolution Software, Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset, Philippe Dessoly and Pierre Adane), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.

About Taito

TAITO Corporation (TAITO) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. With headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, TAITO operates core businesses such as game arcade operations, manufacturing coin-operated game machines, and mobile phone content services. A seminal part of gaming history, TAITO caused a worldwide sensation with its arcade legend, SPACE INVADERS, and developed such fan favorites as PUZZLE BOBBLE (BUST-A-MOVE) and ARKANOID. Today, TAITO continues to thrill game lovers of all generations by offering both classic and new family-oriented titles on the latest gaming platforms. TAITO delivers a wide range of entertainment experiences with the goal of providing consumers with fresh surprises and new discoveries.

More information on TAITO can be found on the Internet at https://www.taito.co.jp/en

“Arkanoid” is a registered trademark or trademark of TAITO Corporation in Japan and/or other countries.

About Pastagames
Pastagames has been handcrafting video games since year 2000, mixing work for hire for the big cheeses (Sony, Bandai Namco, Ubisoft, etc.) and homemade creations, more on the indie/weird side (Pix the Cat, Maestro Jump in Music, etc.).

Embark on an epic open world equestrian adventure!

Sydney, Australia – November 17^th, 2022 – Microids is pleased to announce the release today of Horse Tales – Emerald Valley Ranch on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch and PC. Developed by the studio Aesir Interactive, the game invites players to saddle up in a full-on equestrian open world adventure.

Check out the game’s launch trailer!

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Check out the game’s retail Limited Edition, now available!

The Limited Edition includes:

• The standard edition of the game for PS5, PS4 or Nintendo Switch
• An embroidered patch
• 3 post cards
• Stickers
• A set of exclusive digital bonuses:
  • An additional horse breed, the ‘Irish Cob’
  • 3 “Knight” Style Tack Sets
  • A unique avatar hairstyle in three colour variations
  • 3 exclusive outfits for your character

Players who have pre-ordered the game at participating retailers will get access to 3 Unicorn Style tack sets, exclusive in-game cosmetic content to dress up your horses!

Additionally, all the digital bonuses from the Limited Edition and the pre-order content will also be sold separately as a DLC on digital stores.

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About Horse Tales – Emerald Valley Ranch

In Horse Tales – Emerald Valley Ranch, players will be tasked with restoring their family’s run-down estate back to its former glory. This quest will set them on a delightful open world adventure where they’ll explore the peninsula’s gorgeous and varied landscapes, from the colourful seashore of Coral Lagoon to the lush forest of Birchwoods.

They will make many friends along the way, including the nearby residents and of course… horses! Tame, breed, and establish a strong bond with your equine companions, as each is unique and possesses distinct abilities, personality traits, preferences, and training needs.

Make Emerald Valley your own by customising your adventure: dress up your horses and your avatar with a wide variety of clothing and ornament options, and take part in rebuilding and decorating various buildings, stables, and horse care facilities.

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Game features:

• An equestrian adventure in a captivating open world: set off on an epic adventure and relish the feeling of total freedom in a vast open world. Gallop through various enchanting landscapes, along the seashore, in the forest, near a coral lagoon, and more. Who knows, you might discover a few secrets along the way!
• Tame, breed and care for your horses: learn how to tame and mount the wild horses you encounter, train and take care of them, and compete in numerous races! Get familiar with all your horses as each one is unique and possesses distinct abilities, personality traits, preferences and training needs. By breeding them strategically, you will also be able to enhance their abilities and obtain unique coat colours for your horses.
• Rebuild and customize your ranch: restore your run-down family estate back to its former glory by rebuilding, improving and customising it with various structures, stables, horse care facilities, supplies and decorations.
• Take part in numerous missions: gather resources, meet new friends, and complete quests to save your family’s legacy.

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About Microids

Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Revolution Software, Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset, Philippe Dessoly and Pierre Adane), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.

About Aesir Interactive

Aesir Interactive is a renowned development studio based in Munich, Germany. A passionate team of more than 50 highly skilled designers, artists and programmers lay the foundation for captivating games and innovative interactive applications.

Smurf Your Engines as Smurfs Kart Launches on Nintendo Switch Available Now

Race friends as your favourite Smurf

Sydney, Australia – November 17^th, 2022 – Publisher Microids and IMPS, the Smurfs license holder, are thrilled to celebrate the release of Smurfs Kart with an explosive launch trailer. Developed by Eden Games and well-known for their iconic racing games (Gear.Club Unlimited, Test Drive Unlimited, V-Rally), Smurfs Kart is available now on Nintendo Switch.

It’s time to make engines roar. Choose a Smurf with their individual kart and unique super power, and get ready for some frantic races with the whole family!

Want to be the fastest Smurf in the village?

Get a head start, take shortcuts, master the Smurf’s super powers and use bonuses to rise in the rankings. Alone or with others, new beginner, or experienced driver… Everyone can win the Smurf place and drive wild races with friends and family!

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Check out what’s included in the retail Turbo Edition!

• A physical copy of Smurfs Kart for Nintendo Switch
• An embroidered Papa Smurf patch
• Two sticker sheets

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Key features:

• 12 tracks set in the Smurfs’ universe: The village, the forest, the dam, the swamps… even Gargamel’s house!
• 12 iconic playable Smurfs: Handy, Hefty, Smurfette, Papa Smurf, Jokey… choose your favourite Smurf and get ready to race! Each Smurf has their own kart and a very handy special item to help you breeze past your opponents.
• Use the world around you: Bonus items, boosts, ramps, destructible boxes, shortcuts and more!
• Finish 1^st in the races where 8 Smurfs compete in frantic races.
• Smurf together: Play solo or with family and friends, with support for up to four players in split-screen local multiplayer!
• “Time Challenge” mode: Try to beat every Smurf at their own racetrack and reach the top of the online leaderboard with your quickest time!
• Unlock bonuses as you play and try to Smurf them all in your personal album!

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2023 marks the Smurfs’ 65^th anniversary! Stay tuned for upcoming cool Smurfs-related news by following them on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube or by checking out their website!

Smurf Microids on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Discord and Linkedin
Or on http://www.microids.com/
Check out all our videos on Youtube

The Smurfs: www.smurf.com

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About Microids

Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Revolution Software, Pendulo Studios, Eden Games, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset, Philippe Dessoly and Pierre Adane), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.

About Peyo, IMPS (International Merchandising Promotions & Services)

IMPS is the world license holder for The Smurfs. Ever since its establishment in 1984, IMPS has worked closely with its teams worldwide to develop with success many merchandising programs, retail operations, publishing activities, broadcasting offers, theme parks, shows, video games, online games, official Smurfs license soundtrack… All of which played a part in the global success of the franchise. IMPS is managed by Véronique Culliford, Pierre Culliford’s daughter, the Smurfs’s creator, better known by his pseudonym Peyo.

About Eden Games

Eden Games was founded in Lyon, France, in 1998, to develop one of the most successful game franchises on PlayStation systems: V-Rally.In 2000, the studio expanded its racing expertise with the development of Need For Speed: Porsche for EA. Eden Games experimented in other genres before returning to its roots with Test Drive Unlimited, the first massive open world racing game franchise. Eden Games today is an independent game studio managed by two of its original co-founders, David Nadal and Jean-Yves Geffroy. The studio is composed of both experienced veterans and highly talented young developers, all driven by the same passion for cars, high-end design and technology.

London (November 16, 2022) During today’s Monster Hunter™ Rise: SunbreakDigital Event, the valiant knight Dame Fiorayne announced that Free Title Update 3 arrives on Nov. 24, 2022 for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, the latestmonster hunting expansion that has sold more than four million copies. This update features three new challenging foes for hunters to overcome; even more options for customizing the appearance and performance of weapons and armor; plus changes for Anomaly Investigations, Anomaly Quests, and the Follower system.

The November Digital Event can be found on the official Monster Hunter™ YouTube channel.

Attention Hunters! Kingdom scouts have observed three new threats prowling the areas surrounding Elgado Outpost: Chaotic Gore Magala, Risen Teostra, and Risen Kushala Daora. Gore Magala repeatedly shed their skin until they eventually mature into Shagaru Magala, however sometimes a defect can occur during the molting process. This deformation traps the Gore Magala halfway between its adolescent and mature state, creating the Chaotic Gore Magala variant. Their dual nature allows these incredibly powerful creatures to use the attacks of both Gore and Shagaru Magala, however their stunted growth also causes them intense agony. Hunters above MR10 able to quell the chaos will be rewarded with materials for new weapons and armor boasting unique skills.

Despite the utmost efforts of both Kamura and the Kingdom, the affliction continues to claim new hosts. Sightings of Risen Teostra and Kushala Daora require an immediate response from the coalition’s most skilled hunters. While both monsters are already seen as forces of nature, their Risen forms have the capacity for even more widespread destruction. Beware their angered state, as there is no telling what devastating attacks they will unleash. Hunters must first achieve the rank of MR120 prior to facing off against Risen Kushala Daora and MR140 for Risen Teostra, but the reward for braving the elements is access to materials capable of crafting weapons and armor with new skills.

Hunters looking for even more ways to sharpen their skills will be able to tackle the new A7★ Anomaly Quests, featuring Flaming Espinas, Scorned Magnamalo, and Seething Bazelgeuse. Additionally, the Anomaly Investigation system will raise the level cap to 200, with the added ability to lower the level of individual quests hunters already possess. Materials from Anomaly Investigations can also be used for new augment categories for both weapons and armor. With the ability to pick from “Defense” or “Skills” for armor augments, there are even more opportunities for hunters to build their ideal armor set.

Hunters who have grown attached to the villagers and knights of Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak can now bring their Followers with them on almost every Master Rank quest, including Anomaly Quests and Investigations. Be sure to complete all of the available Follower Quests so you can spend more time with your favorite companions no matter the challenge. Title Update 3 also includes a variety of new paid DLC, including new gestures, stickers, music, player voices, and the “Hinoa” layered armor set. Fashion hunters who fancy cuddly creatures as much as Dame Fiorayne will also be able to purchase either individual weapons or the full collection of the plush “Stuffed Monster Series,” alongside an expanded list of other unlockable layered weapon options.

New Event Quests will continue to reward players with new equipment, stickers, poses, and other fun items, in addition to the new “Kagami” character voice being released as a Free DLC. This energetic Dual Blades user leads the Royal Secret Service in the Kingdom, and is a close friend to Master Utsushi. Please stay tuned for future title updates, as new monsters and more await just around the corner with  Free Title Update 4 launching in Winter 2023 and Free Title Update 5 in Spring 2023.

About Capcom

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan.

Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil and Street Fighter are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries, in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

Hunt Superheroes, Steal their Powers and Save the World – Superhero Co-Op Shooter SUPERIOR Now on Steam

Jackson, WY (Nov. 16, 2022) – Superior, developed by Drifter, is now available for purchase on Steam in early access for $25.   During its launch week (Nov. 16 – Nov. 23), Drifter is giving a 15% discount. Superior is a co-op, roguelite, third-person shooter where all the superheroes have turned into evil abominations. 

“Superior is nonstop, moment-to-moment action, challenging players to embark on a superpowered survival-fest,” said Ray Davis, CEO of Drifter. “Whether solo or in our favorite co-op mode, Superior gives players a ton of goals, inventive power sets, unlocks, and skills resulting in never-ending play options.”

Start each mission unpowered and outgunned as you hunt down superheroes, steal their powers, and save the world. As you succeed in your mission, characters are upgraded with a branching skill tree, granting more powers and abilities to take on more heinous heroes. Armed with a powerful arsenal and your teammates, you advance through a sprawling hyper-stylized superhero universe with multiple locations and dynamically configured missions. With hundreds of unique superpowers, weapons, items, and abilities to upgrade and choose, Superior lets you craft your own Hero Hunter, progressing from “gutter to godhood” with every session.

Superior is developed by Drifter, the studio behind hit games: Robo Recall: Unplugged and Lies Beneath. The game is led by AAA developers with a pedigree from Gears of War, Doom, Halo and Apex Legends. 

Superior Gameplay Features:

• Customizable Characters – Each character has their own play style, distinct advantages, and unique skill tree. All can be upgraded through play.      
• Boosting Abilities – Every session players earn XP and unlock new skills and overdrive abilities, like satellite death beams or stealth mode.  
• Weapons – Start your run with lower-level weapons like pistols and a baseball bat. As you run-and-gun, pick up more powerful equipment, such as grenade launchers, railguns and plasma blasters.
• Superpowers- Dozens of powers are available player to unlock and unleash:
  • Fire – burn enemies as you leap into the air on jets of fire, or launch fireballs
  • Ice  – create ice sheets for speeding up allies and cause chilling damage through ice spikes
  • Force – use force fields that deal damage, create explosions and knock enemies back
  • Xeno – An alien goo that swarms to your aid in combat and allows you to shape-shift at will
  • Volt – Control electricity and transform into a being of pure energy
• Epic Boss Fights – Square off against 6 unique ex-superhero bosses, and an army of their henchmen. Each character unleashes their own brand of super-powered chaos, from force fields to fireballs.
• Dynamically Changing Experiences and Worlds – Players encounter new challenges and monstrosities in their mission as they fight through hours of dynamically changing environments. Mission objectives, routes, and adversaries are also dynamically reconfigured, with new content revealed as players progress through the challenges.

To learn more about Superior, please visit the website at Superior.Game. 

About Drifter Entertainment

Drifter was founded in 2016 by Gears of War, Halo, and Doom veterans who  share a passion for emerging technologies. Drifter’s latest title, Superior, is a co-op shooter that is set in a future ruled by monstrous Superheroes bent on destroying humanity. Superior lets you craft your own Hero Hunter, progressing from “gutter to godhood” with every session.  About Gala Games

Created in 2019 by the co-founder of Zynga (Farmville, Words with Friends, Zynga Poker), Gala Games is a rapidly growing publisher for PC, mobile, and browser-based gaming. With centuries of combined in-house AAA gaming experience, key partnerships, and the latest tech, Gala Games is launching high-quality games on its own platform, Epic Games Store, and Steam. 

For this occasion, new players can earn $5 USD Steam Wallet credit, free downloadable content and much more!

AUSTIN, TX (November 16, 2022) — Wargaming, the publisher and developer of the popular game World of Warships, is celebrating five years since the launch of World of Warships on Steam. To celebrate this milestone on the games platform World of Warships will offer an opportunity to receive $5 USD Steam Wallet credit just by playing the game! In addition, World of Warships is giving away two free DLC packs, hosting a marathon to win a permanent camouflage designed by a member of the community, and has created Steam-themed cosmetics to be unlocked through missions.

$5 USD Bounty Challenge Aboard
World of Warships will be giving away $5 USD Steam Wallet credit to new World of Warships players! To unlock this credit, players will need to earn the “Warrior” achievement in-game between November 18 and December 17, which requires winning 50 random battles to unlock this achievement in the game client. Following the conclusion of the bounty challenge on December 17, players who have successfully unlocked the Warrior achievement will see the Steam Wallet credit added to their account within one week.

DLC, all for free!
Warships has two free DLC packs up for grabs valued at $30 USD, with the Dreadnought Starter Pack and the new Steam Anniversary Party Kit. Perfect for new players, the Dreadnought Starter Pack is packed with two Tier III Premium ships, one battleship and one cruiser, as well as three days of a Warships Premium Account, two Port slots, seven Steam camouflages and a boatload of economic bonuses.

The Steam Anniversary Party Kit features a Steam container, five Steam camouflages, a special “Piece of Cake” patch, and access to a special mission that allows players to earn the Steam flag and 5 additional Steam camouflages.

Complete the Camouflage Marathon
The winning design from the June Steam-themed battleship camouflage competition was selected and will be available through a special mission marathon! Created by Jav9th for the battleship King George V, the design can be unlocked alongside several other camouflages, credits, economic bonuses, and a Super Container across the marathon’s seven stages. Missions can be completed through a diverse range of methods including Brawl, Operations and Ranked, with ships and Superships ranging from Tier V-X.

Full steam ahead for the Steam patch mission chain
With all of this, Warships still has a few extra treats to celebrate five years on Steam! Players can also unlock another Steam container and several camouflages through a three-part mission chain before accessing a special Steam Patch and background cosmetics as the final reward.

Feel the thrill of the hunt!
In addition to the Steam anniversary, World of Warships is announcing another first — The World of Warships Treasure Hunt. This exclusive new event for Captains in the United States and Canada begins November 15 and offers an incredible pool of physical prizes as well as in-game gifts. The Treasure Hunt takes place in two parts:

• The Hunt. For a full four weeks, players complete daily and weekly tasks to earn Treasure Tokens. These can be exchanged at any time for random rewards from a valuable prize pool.
• The Supergame. After the Hunt ends, we’ll host a massive random giveaway on Twitch where participants with at least 6 Treasure Tokens will have a shot at winning amazing physical gear.

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 four 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: http://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 17 offices around the world, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo and Vilnius. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

Official website: wargaming.com

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Sydney, Australia – November 16: Vile Monarch and Ravenscourt are rather pleased to announce that after a lot of hard work, late nights, early mornings, more than a few challenges and an argument on whether Poland or Britain makes the best fruit cakes,  Floodland – the post-catastrophic survival city builder – is now available for purchase on Steam for $44.95 AUD.

To mark this achievement, of course we’ve made a release trailer and its gone live and (although we would say this) it’s really rather good. Check it out here: 

If you’ve not come across Floodland before then you’re in for a real treat.

Runaway climate change means the Earth is now ice free – and catastrophic sea level rise has inundated the land, with coastal cities lost to the oceans and the ones inland now a swampy morass of rusting cars and decaying buildings.

It’s in one of these drowned cities that you arrive with your small group of nomads. Your task: rebuilding society from the ground-up.

You do this by exploring the ruins and scouring it for resources, relearning basic agriculture and fishing skills and turning a group of stragglers – living in tents in a swamp – into a thriving town.

After that, you’ll need to establish new buildings (or upgrade existing ones) and researching ‘new’ (or relearning old tech) enabling you to overcome the numerous challenges you face.

But people will be people and the larger your settlement grows – and the more habitants it will have – the higher the chance societal issues will arise, meaning you may well face the same problems the old world had.

The question is, how will you manage your clans; will you unite the remnants of humanity or will you choose division and isolation? Either way, you will shape the society of tomorrow.

Developers

Vile Monarch was founded in 2015 by Kacper Kwiatkowski and Grzegorz Mazur, both of whom worked on ‘This War of Mine’ – before starting a studio that created titles such Weedcraft Inc, Oh…Sir! and Growing Up, securing a number of awards. 

Other members of the team include Konrad Czernik – who worked on Dying Light 2 and was the art director of Shadow Warrior 3; Kuba Pałyska – one of the designers on Hard West and composer Piotr Musiał whose credits include Frostpunk, The Witcher 3: Blood And Wine, This War of Mine and many more.

The studio is now 80 persons strong, working on 3 different titles, and continues to expand, with teams working in both Warsaw and  Wrocław.

About Ravenscourt

Established in 2014 – and operating from its Munich headquarters in Germany – Ravenscourt’s mission is delivering amazing games to a broad audience from both established studios and industry newcomers. With a diverse portfolio, managing the titles of multiple international studios, Ravenscourt games span everything from adventure and management sims through to city builders and indie gems. The label even boasts a good old sing-along karaoke franchise. Our players delight in engrossing narrative driven adventures, relish the challenge of building new worlds and love solving puzzles.

2K and Marvel Entertainment debuted the third Prequel Short for Marvel’s Midnight Suns today via the Marvel Entertainment YouTube channel. “Hell On Wheels” features Robbie Reyes, a young mechanic who is possessed by a Spirit of Vengeance – making him the Ghost Rider! 

For this Prequel Short, 2K and Marvel Entertainment worked with Spanish artist Juan Sanoise to create a one of a kind poster highlighting Ghost Rider and his Hell Ride! 

Marvel’s Midnight Suns Prequel Shorts is being animated by the talented teams at Sun Creature Studio and DIGIC Pictures; each video is currently scheduled to be released weekly.

Marvel’s Midnight Suns Prequel Shorts is a set of five short videos that provide backstory on how Lilith became the Mother of Demons, and how Super Heroes like Blade, Magik, Ghost Rider and Nico Minoru came together to form the young core of the Midnight Suns. 

View previous Prequel Shorts below

Marvel’s Midnight Suns is available for pre-orders today and will release globally on December 2 on Windows PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5*. 

For more information on Marvel’s Midnight Suns, visit www.midnightsuns.com, become a fan on Facebook, subscribe on YouTube, follow on Twitter and Instagram, and join the conversation using the hashtag #DarknessFalls.

*Launch timing for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch versions of the game will be shared at a later date.

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by Megan Spurr, Community Lead, Xbox Game

The spice must flow… and so should the games. We have some bangers for you on day one (don’t forget you can play Pentiment and Somerville today!), co-op games, strategy games, RPGs, and more. Compare priority lists of games with your friends, and get your pre-installs set for what’s coming soon. Let’s get to the games!

Available Today

Pentiment (Cloud, Console, and PC)
Available on day one with Game Pass: Jump into the world of illuminated manuscripts and play as Andreas Maler, a journeyman artist living in 16th century Bavaria. Get caught up in the murder and scandals happening in the town of Tassing and leave your mark on this community with repercussions you will experience over the following 25 years in the game.

Somerville (Cloud, Console and PC)
Available on day one with Game Pass: In the wake of catastrophe, you must find the means to make your family whole again. Somerville is a Sci-Fi adventure grounded in the intimate repercussions of a large-scale conflict.

Coming Soon

Dune: Spice Wars (Game Preview) (PC) – November 17
A 4X real-time strategy game from the developers of the critically acclaimed Northgard. Set in Frank Herbert’s groundbreaking Dune universe, you must lead your faction and battle for control and dominance over the harsh desert planet of Arrakis. ‘The Air & Sand Update is also coming November 17, adding new layers of strategy with military flying units and new buildings, along with improvements across the board.

Ghostlore (Game Preview) (PC) – November 17
Ghostlore is an ‘Eastpunk’ Action-RPG where you fight monsters from Southeast-Asian folklore. Inspired by timeless classic ARPG’s such as Diablo 2 and Titan Quest, Ghostlore offers a detailed item and character customization system, procedurally generated maps, and an authentically retro 90’s aesthetic.

Lapin (Cloud, Console, and PC) – November 17
Available on day one with Game Pass: Lapin is a 2D platformer game featuring a group of brave rabbit explorers. Five rabbits used to live under a park, but construction forced them to leave their beloved hole. Players need to help Liebe and her friends explore the world with precise control. Meet new friends, remember past events, and hop on to the end of the adventure!

Norco (Cloud and Console) – November 17
The award-winning Southern Gothic point & click narrative adventure game Norco is coming soon to Game Pass, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S. Your brother Blake has gone missing in the aftermath of your mother’s death. In the hopes of finding him, you must follow a fugitive security android through the refineries, strip malls, and drainage ditches of suburban New Orleans.

Gungrave G.O.R.E (Cloud, Console, and PC) – November 22
Available on day one with Game Pass: Stylish third-person shooting meets close-range martial arts, creating seamlessly flowing action as you crush your enemies in a gory ballet of bullets. Utilize your unlimited ammo Cerberus pistols and your transformable EVO-coffin to unleash devastating combos in pursuit of maximum damage and style.

Insurgency: Sandstorm (Cloud and Console) – November 29
Battle in the war-torn environments of a contemporary conflict through a series of intense co-op and PvP multiplayer modes. Feel every bullet and fear every impact in fierce close quarters combat as your team fights toward victory.

Soccer Story (Cloud, Console, and PC) – November 29
Available on day one with Game Pass: Soccer Story is a physics-driven adventure RPG, where every problem can be solved with your trusty magic ball. Along the way, you’ll need to best bad guys in 1v1s, compete in a range of sports (with your soccer ball, of course), and solve puzzles with your brain and your balls!

Warhammer 40,000: Darktide (PC) – November 30
Available on day one with PC Game Pass: Take back the city of Tertium from hordes of bloodthirsty foes in this intense and brutal action shooter. Warhammer 40,000: Darktide is the new co-op focused experience from the award-winning team behind the Vermintide series. As Tertium falls, Rejects Will Rise.

In Case You Missed It 

Vampire Survivors (Cloud) – Available now
Jump straight into the action, mow down thousands of night creatures, and survive until dawn! The gothic-horror world of Vampire Survivors will throw relentless hordes of monsters at you: make the right choices, or rely on your skills and favorite weapons to turn the tide and quickly snowball against your enemies.

DLC / Game Updates

The Elder Scrolls Online: Firesong – Available Today
Conclude the year-long Legacy of the Bretons saga in The Elder Scrolls Online: Firesong, available starting today for Xbox consoles. Discover an all-new zone, the mysterious island of Galen, and storyline that dives deep into the lives and lore of the druids of the Systres who call Galen home. Plus, Game Pass members can save up to 10% off their purchase of Crowns to use towards the Firesong DLC!

The Elder Scrolls Online: Dark Heart of Skyrim Celebration – November 17 to November 29
Summon up your courage and return to the snow-capped mountains of Western Skyrim to obtain extraordinary rewards during The Elder Scrolls Online’s Dark Heart of Skyrim Celebration in-game event, starting November 17 at 10AM EST and running until November 29 at 10AM EST. Learn more here!

Dead by Daylight: Forged in Fog – November 22
So begins an age of Fog, and those forged within it. Game Pass members can save 10% off Dead by Daylight’s Forged In Fog Chapter, featuring a new Killer. The Knight, a new Survivor, Vittorio Toscano, as well as a new free Map, The Shattered Square.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks

MultiVersus: MVP Pack Drop 2– November 15
The MultiVersus MVP Pack is a free in-game bundle available for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members. Each drop, enjoy a new epic variant, epic ringout effect, and a rare banner on us! This Perk content requires MultiVersus to use.

Xbox Touch Controls Added to 15 More Games

Ultimate members, 15 more games are available now with touch controls via Xbox Cloud Gaming including Pentiment on day one! Jump into these games at xbox.com/play via browser, Xbox Game Pass app for Android, or Xbox app for PC – no controller required!

Leaving November 30

The following games will be leaving the Game Pass library soon. Be sure to jump back in to wrap up any loose ends, or you can also use your membership discount so save up to 20% to keep them in your library.

• Archvale (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Deeeer Simulator (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Final Fantasy XIII-2 (Console and PC)
• Mind Scanners (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Mortal Shell (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Undungeon (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Warhammer 40,000 Battlesector (Cloud, Console, and PC)

Pro-tips for those still reading down here! If you install the Game Pass mobile app, you can install games remotely to your console or your PC without having to move! Also, if you find a co-op you want to play with your friend but they don’t have Game Pass, the first month is only $1, which is a pretty inexpensive game night sorted. We’ll be back here before too long with more games, so stay tuned. Cheers!