Experience the Emotions of Ashihara’s Endless Summer in the First English-Voiced Trailer

Sydney, Australia – September 14th, 2022 – Marvelous Europehas announced that Loop8: Summer of Gods will be released across Europe and Australia this coming Autumn on the Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Windows PC via Steam.

Today’s trailer features a first look at the game’s English voices, which will be offered in addition to the original Japanese voices, giving players a sneak peek at the captivating characters in the quaint town of Ashihara circa 1983.

The team behind Loop8: Summer of Gods includes senior producer Yoichi Miyaji (Lunar series, Grandia series), game designer Yuri Shibamura (Gunparade March, Touken Ranbu), character designers Shingo Adachi (Sword Art Online) and En Morikura (Kizuna Ai), concept artist Kitsuneiro (Amatsu Kitsune), mascot character designer Ryudai Murayama (Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin), and composer Noriyuki Iwadare (Ace Attorney series).

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

KEY FEATURES

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

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

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

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

Published in Europe and Australia by Marvelous Europe and in North America by XSEED Games, Loop8: Summer of Gods is scheduled for release on the Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Windows PC via Steam in Autumn 2023.

More information about Loop8: Summer of Gods can be found on the Marvelous Europe website at www.marvelouseurope.com or @marvelouseurope across Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or YouTube.

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About Marvelous Europe

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

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

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

Sydney, Australia – September 14^th, 2022 – Marvelous Europe today announced that STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life will release Winter 2023on the Nintendo Switch™ system across Europe and Australia.

The latest entry in the long-running series brings players to Forgotten Valley, a tranquil community where they will begin their new carefree life growing crops and raising animals surrounded by family. Returning fans will find plenty of exciting updates to Forgotten Valley, while newcomers to the series will discover the joys of cozy farm life and the extraordinary characters that make this series shine.

Revealed on today’s Nintendo Direct, STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life will be releasing with full text and voice localisation in English, French, German and Spanish. More information will be revealed in the coming months and fans can now follow the newly launched official Twitter channel @storyofseasons.

ABOUT STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life

Put down roots on your new farm in the peaceful town of Forgotten Valley and tell your own generation-spanning tale in STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life. Bring life to the land, find love among the town’s friendly folk, and make lasting memories with a family of your very own in this reimagining of a beloved farm sim.

Whether this is your first STORY OF SEASONS adventure or you’re returning to Forgotten Valley, a wonderful life awaits you.

KEY FEATURES

• Befriend the residents of Forgotten Valley – Find new friendsamong the charming cast of characters in the tranquil town of Forgotten Valley and get to know them through all-new events!
• Establish your homestead – Live a carefree life on the farm growing crops and raising animals. Raise even cuter animals, new hybrid crops and build upgradeable facilities.
• Your Story, Your Way ‒ With the option to play as a male, female, or non-binary protagonist, as well as all eligible marriage candidates available for romance regardless of that choice, you can truly be who you want to be.
• Fall in love, start a family and build precious memories – Watch your child grow into adulthood as the years pass!Will they inherit the farm? Or will they find their calling somewhere else?
• A Wonderful Life for a new generation – Revisit a beloved story as never before, with reimagined visuals, animations, and additional updates to bring A Wonderful Life to a new generation.

STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life is scheduled for release on the Nintendo Switch™ system in Winter 2023. Published in Europe and Australia by Marvelous Europe and in North America by XSEED Games, this title is not yet rated.

More information about STORY OF SEASONS: A Wonderful Life can be found on the official Twitter channel @storyofseasons or on the Marvelous Europe website at www.marvelouseurope.com or @marvelouseurope across Twitter, Facebook, Instagram or YouTube.

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About Marvelous Europe

Marvelous Europe is the publisher behind Mandragora, Nova Antarctica and Ninja or Die, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marvelous Inc., developer of the beloved Story of Seasons (known as Harvest Moon prior to 2013) and Rune Factory series. Established in 2012, Marvelous Europe is passionate about helping games to reach a global audience while nurturing emerging developers and studios. With decades of experience and strong ties to the worldwide indie game dev community, the highly skilled European team is committed to supporting studios worldwide find success, while continuing to publish and distribute select Marvelous Inc. content.

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

Discover what the fun is all about by checking out the game’s first screenshots!

Sydney, Australia – September 14, 2022 – Today, Microids in partnership with Paramount Consumer Products announced the brand-new Garfield video game they are collaborating on: Garfield Lasagna Party! Be ready to devour some succulent party games with the iconic orange cat and his friends when the game launches this November on PC, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One consoles, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch.

You’re invited by Garfield, Odie, Arlene and Nermal’s to their new purr-fect celebration: a huge Lasagna Party! And guess what’s on the menu? A dynamic party game filled with crazy (and tasty!) mini games: pizza square slicing challenge, snowballs throwing competition, obstacle race and more!

Be ready to give your best to finish ahead: Win the most mini games, summon all your luck when throwing the dice and use special items to have your way at the best time!

Whoever you side with, whether you love lasagna or not, Garfield Lasagna Party is THE game to enjoy a great appetising time with friends and family, in the company of your favourite characters!

Game features:

• 30+ mini games in famous Garfield environments such as Jon’s house, the pizzeria or Dr. Liz’s pet clinic
• Play as one of the 4 iconic characters from Jim Davis’ iconic comic: Garfield, Nermal, Arlene & Odie!
• Up to 4 players locally! Enjoy a classic board game experience with the Lasagna Race mode, practice your favourite mini-games without the board game mechanics with the Lasagna Challenge mode or set up a tournament to play quickly with a predefined number of mini games with the Lasagna World Tour mode!
• Fun for all, whether you like party games, lasagna, laughter or simply have a good time with friends and family.

Stay tuned for upcoming information about Garfield Lasagna Party!

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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 Garfield

Created by cartoonist Jim Davis, Garfield is the most widely syndicated comic strip in the world. With his signature “cattitude,” Garfield is 100% that cat, and he doesn’t care who knows it. He’s selfish, sarcastic, lazy… and surprisingly endearing. Since its launch in 1978, the famous cat has spawned movies, TV shows, stage shows and merchandise, and has received four Emmy Awards for Outstanding Animated Program. Garfield content appears in 80 countries and has amassed over $3B in lifetime retail sales. In 2019, Paramount Global acquired ownership of Paws, Inc., which holds rights to the Garfield franchise.

About Paramount Consumer Products

Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARAA, PARA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by iconic consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products’ portfolio includes a diverse slate of brands and content from BET, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and Showtime. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world’s most beloved, iconic franchises. Additionally, Paramount Consumer Products oversees the online direct-to-consumer business for CBS and Showtime programming merchandise, as well as standalone branded ecommerce websites for Star Trek, SpongeBob, South Park, and MTV.

Today’s State of Play opened with a storm-lashed first reveal of Tekken 8 and concluded with the epic God of War Ragnarök Story Trailer and limited edition DualSense reveal. Inbetween, we had updates from our amazing Japanese partners as well as new game announcements for PS VR2.

You can get additional insight from the creators behind the games featured in today’s State of Play in the below PlayStation Blog posts.

Check out the full list of announcements below. Or, if you missed it, you can check out the full State of Play episode here.

State of Play September 2022: All the announcements

• The God of War Ragnarök Story Trailer, limited edition God of War Ragnarök DualSense controller revealed

• Rise of the Ronin is a new action-RPG from Team Ninja

• New story trailer revealed for Stellar Blade, formerly known as Project Eve

• Tekken 8 breaks into a new generation

• Revealing Like a Dragon: Ishin, out February 2023

• A dark secret awaits in Hogwarts Legacy’s Haunted Hogsmeade PlayStation exclusive quest

• Become a hero on PlayStation VR2 in Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge – Enhanced Edition

• Demeo reinvents game night on PlayStation in 2023

• Pacific Drive welcomes you to the Olympic Exclusion Zone

• First look: Digital collectibles coming to PlayStation Stars

• Embark on a brand new dystopian futuristic adventure in Synduality

For more information on this morning’s State of Play, head to the PlayStation Blog.

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In Season 10: Price of Power –  Division Agents Must Stop General Anderson Before He Aligns with the Black Tusk

Sydney, Australia — September 14, 2022 — Today, Ubisoft announced that Season 10 for Tom Clancy’s The Division^® 2, releases today. Season 10: Price of Power introduces new story chapters, along with new difficulties, quality of life improvements and apparel events. Season 10: Price of Power is available to all The Division^® 2 Warlords of New York owners and Ubisoft+ subscribers.

Where is General Anderson?: The new season follows the story of the latest target to track down – General Peter Anderson. Hungry for power, and with the True Sons looking for direction after the fall of Antwon Ridgeway, Anderson sees an opportunity to build a new team and take down The Division. Anderson is brokering a peace with the Black Tusk and The Division must find and neutralize Black Tusk Founder Natalya Sokolova’s advanced team (Trig, Micro, Chirpy and Lucky) in order to locate and take down Anderson.  Season 10 is the second of three seasons for Year 4 of the Division.

New Difficulties: Season 10 also includes 3 new difficulties for the intense eight-player Countdown mode. This includes:

• Normal – Can be played solo.
• Hard – Designed for groups of eight casual players.
• Challenging – Current difficulty that was available at launch. This difficulty is designed for a group of eight matchmade players. Can be completed by two teams of four hardcore players.
• Heroic –A difficulty best for up to eight hardcore players.

In addition, new Legendary difficulties will be added to Tidal Basin and the Manning National Zoo strongholds.

New Leagues and Global Events: Starting September 20, the Trig League – one of four leagues – will kick off. This will be followed by:

• Micro League (October 11)
• Chirpy League (November 1)
• Lucky League (November 22)

In addition, the first Global Event (Polarity Switch) begins September 27, followed by:

• SHD Exposed Global Event (October 18)
• Hollywood Global Event (November 8)
• Golden Bullet Global Event (November 29)

New Weapons and Gear: The new update will also include a variety of new items, including:

Three exotic items

• Doctor Home rifle
• Busy Little Bee pistol
• Bloody Knuckles (gloves)

Two named weapons

• Lefty (shotgun)
• Stage Left (rifle)

One Gear Set

• Umbra Initiative

One Brand Set

• Brazos de Arcabuz

The Expertise cap will also increase from 20 to 21. Additional rewards will also be offered for players with the Season 10 Pass.

Two New Apparel Events: Season 10 will also introduce two additional Apparel Events giving Division Agents more apparel to choose from. The SHD Paragon Apparel Event will drop later this month (Sept. 27) while the Dark Path Apparel Event will release on Nov. 1. Each apparel event will run for three weeks from their respective start dates.

For the latest news on Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.

About Tom Clancy’s The Division 2
Led by Massive Entertainment in collaboration with seven other studios around the world,* Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 is the next evolution in the open world online shooter RPG genre that the first game helped establish. Set seven months after a deadly virus was released in New York City, Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 brings players into a fractured and collapsing Washington, D.C. The world is on the brink, its people living through the biggest crisis ever faced in human history. As veteran Division agents, players are the last hope against the complete fall of society as enemy factions vie for control of the city. If Washington, D.C., is lost, the entire nation falls. Building upon more than two years of listening to and learnings from The Division community, Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 offers a substantial campaign that organically flows into a robust endgame to create a cohesive and meaningful experience for all types of players, helping players emphasize their freedom to make strategic choices and hone their own approach.

*Associate Ubisoft studios are Reflections, Red Storm, Annecy, Leamington, Shanghai, Bucharest and Sofia

About Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed^®, Brawlhalla^®, For Honor^®, Far Cry^®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon^®, Just Dance^®, Rabbids^®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six^®, The Crew^®, Tom Clancy’s The Division^® and Watch Dogs^®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2020–21 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2,241 million. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

Sydney, AUSTRALIA – September 14, 2022 – Leading video game publisher and developer Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S. today announced TEKKEN™8, the new entry in the legendary TEKKEN franchise. TEKKEN 8 brings the fight to the next generation, using Unreal Engine 5 and coming exclusively to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Developed by Bandai Namco Studios, TEKKEN 8 pushes the envelope for fighting games taking full advantage of the power of the latest generation of consoles by creating one of the most visually stunning and immersive titles in the genre yet. TEKKEN 8 picks up after the gruesome battle that ended in Heihachi Mishima’s defeat, focusing on a new rivalry, pitting father against son as Jin Kazama stands in defiance against Kazuya Mishima’s quest for world dominance.

“We are very excited to show the next generation of TEKKEN”, said Katsuhiro Harada, Chief Producer at Bandai Namco Studios. “The team at Bandai Namco Studios has been hard at work to bring groundbreaking new features to TEKKEN 8, pushing the feeling of power in battles continuously further by harnessing the power of the latest generation of consoles. We can’t wait to show you more in the months to come!”

“For more than 25 years now, TEKKEN has meant so much in terms of innovation and uniqueness for the fighting genre. TEKKEN 8 marks the true continuation of this innovation trend, and we are happy to finally be able to announce it,” says Arnaud Muller, Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S CEO. “We are looking forward to showing the exciting features, characters and stories that this episode will bring to continue pushing the fighting game genre forward”

For more information on TEKKEN 8 and other products from Bandai Namco Europe. Please visit: www.bandainamcoent.eu. Follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/TEKKEN

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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Leading video game publisher and developer Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S. today announced Tales of Symphonia Remastered, a remastered version of one of the most loved Tales Of stories, coming early 2023.

The original Tales of Symphonia,which released in 2003, moved players around the world with a deep and fascinating story. Tales of Symphonia Remastered brings back this 20 years classic with HD visual enhancements, gameplay improvements, and new features. The title is slated for release on PlayStation®4 and Nintendo Switch™, Xbox One (Digitally), and will be compatible with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

In Tales of Symphonia Remastered, bothveteran fans and newcomers to the franchise will follow the journey of Lloyd Irving and his friends as they try to save Sylvarant and Tethe’alla, two inextricably linked worlds, where the rebirth of one means the decline of the other. Players will experience a profound storyline with endearing characters in a rich and lively world, along with beautiful anime-like cutscenes designed by the renowned artist Kosuke Fujishima.      

Players will be able to live or relive this story either alone or with up to four players during battles, with a variety of battle strategies and systems such as combos that freely combine a variety of “Skills/Magic”, Mystic Artes with flashy effects, and Unison Attack, coordinated techniques that can unleash powerful series of attacks.

Preorders have started at participating retailers. Players can pre-order the Chosen Edition which will, in addition to the game, contain a metal case, stickers and art prints.

For more information onTales of Symphonia Remastered and other products from Bandai Namco Europe. Please visit: www.bandainamcoent.eu. Follow us on Twitter at: https://twitter.com/TalesofSeries

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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  

Press Release © 2022 BANDAI NAMCO Europe S.A.S.

All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners. 

The Third Entry in the Voice of Cards Franchise Makes its Launch Debut for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4 and PC via Steam

SYDNEY (Sept. 14, 2022) – Square Enix Ltd., today announced that the latest standalone addition to the unique Voice of Cards card-based RPG franchise, Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden™, is now available digitally for the Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation®4 (PS4™) console and PC via Steam®. Following the release of Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars™ and Voice of Cards: The Forsaken Maiden™, fans can now enjoy a third turn-based adventure in the Voice of Cards franchise told entirely through the medium of cards.

To view the announcement trailer, visit:

Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden brings players to an illustrated world presented through the medium of cards as the third release in the Voice of Cards franchise, now giving players the ability to trap the monsters they defeat in cards to use them as skills in battle. Follow a new tale set in a world where a millennia of hatred rages between monsters and humans, and a girl who loses her home swears revenge on monsters. She joins hands with a mysterious boy as they set out into the unknown and unravel the fate of this broken world.

Players can now enjoy this truly unique gaming experience, brought to life by the creative minds behind the previous Voice of Cards games, beloved NieR™ series and Drakengard® series, including: Creative Director, YOKO TARO (Drakengard series, NieR series), Music Director, Keiichi Okabe (Drakengard 3, NieR series) and Character Designer, Kimihiko Fujisaka (Drakengard series).

Fans of YOKO TARO can purchase a Digital Deluxe Edition set*, which includes the Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden game and several DLC items styled after the award-winning mobile RPG, NieR Re[in]carnation, including:

• Decoration of Those in the Cage – New costumes for the game’s heroine and her companions**
• Handbook Pattern – Card reverse patterned after an expert handbook**
• Mama Avatar – Avatar designed patterned after Mama
• Story Collectors’ Dice – Dice patterned after Mama and Carrier**
• The Cage Board – Board and accessories patterned after the Cage***
• Aid Table – Table patterned after the random draw screen**
• Melody of reincarnation – A soundtrack that brings to mind a certain tale of the girl and the monster**
• Pixel Art Set – Replaces all character and enemy illustrations with pixel art**

*The items and game sold in this set are available individually. Please take care to avoid making duplicate purchases.

**The design may not be changed in some circumstances.

***This DLC does not include dice.

Voice of Cards: The Beasts of Burden is available now digitally for the Nintendo Switch™ system, PS4™ console and PC via Steam®. Players who purchase the game now through October 3, 2022 will receive the “Iron Avatar” DLC which unlocks an avatar design with a lustrous iron color, and the “Somber Girl’s Abstract Pattern” DLC* which unlocks a card with the reverse patterned after the back view of the game’s heroine as early purchase** rewards.

*The design may not be changed in some circumstances.             

**Bonus items may be offered for free or put on sale at a later date.

For more information, visit: https://voiceofcards.square-enix-games.com/ 

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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

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Get your first look at the next generation of the fan-favorite racing series with Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3’s new gameplay reveal trailer

MINNEAPOLIS – Sept. 13, 2022 – Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway brings the hit racing series back bigger and better than ever on Oct. 14, 2022, for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Check out the game’s first official trailer and get a taste of all the new content coming your way, including new tracks featuring watercraft sections, new characters, voice-over, massive customization options and more.

Sporting a cast of 40 iconic characters, Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway delivers a colossal combination of high-speed hijinks and action across multiple game modes. Drift, slide and boost your way to the finish line on new and old tracks inspired by legendary Nickelodeon shows like SpongeBob SquarePants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Avatar: The Last Airbender and more!

KEY FEATURES

• Over 40 Legendary Characters: Choose from 40 of your favorite racers from across the wide worlds of Nickelodeon’s many beloved shows.
• Voice Acting: A major first for Nickelodeon Kart Racers!
• 36 Intense Tracks: Discover slime-filled alternate paths on 36 different courses, new and old.
• New Kart Challenges: Transform your kart or bike into watercraft to navigate all-new terrain.
• Huge Customization Options: Pair Raphael with the Reptar mobile, change paint jobs and parts, and choose from over 90 crew members with unique abilities to give you an edge.
• Arena Mode: Face off directly with fellow racers in the mayhem-filled arena mode!
• Play Together: Challenge your friends in four-player split-screen local play, as well as online multiplayer for up to 12 players!

Nickelodeon Kart Racers 3: Slime Speedway is available to pre-order now at major retailers for $49.99.

About GameMill Entertainment

GameMill Entertainment, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a third-party publisher of console and mobile games for passionate fans around the world. Development platforms include PC, Nintendo Switch, Microsoft consoles including the Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, Sony consoles including the PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®4, and mobile devices. With development across the globe, GameMill is a source of entertaining and fun games for all ages. For more information, visit https://gamemill.com, as well as Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.

Physical and Digital Pre-Orders Now Available Across Select Platforms

LONDON (Sept. 13, 2022) – During today’s Nintendo Direct, SQUARE ENIX® announced OCTOPATH TRAVELER™ II, the next entry in the critically acclaimed OCTOPATH TRAVELER RPG series, and revealed it will launch worldwide, simultaneously on the Nintendo Switch™ system, the PlayStation®5 (PS5™) console, the PlayStation®4 (PS4™) console and PC via STEAM® on February 24, 2023.
 
Watch the OCTOPATH TRAVELER II announcement trailer here: 

In OCTOPATH TRAVELER II, players will embark on an exciting journey through the brand-new world of Solistia. Developed by the same team behind the beloved original, which has sold over three million copies worldwide*, this installment improves upon the series’ iconic HD-2D visuals: a striking blend of retro 2D characters in a beautiful 3D world. The game’s new storyline, characters and features make it the perfect entry for newcomers to the series, while also preserving the charm of the original game for veteran players. Players can look forward to following the journey of eight distinct protagonists as they explore the land and conquer enemies in strategic turn-based battles on an adventure all their own.
New and returning gameplay features and elements include:

• Break & Boost Battle System – Players must act strategically to exploit enemy weaknesses to “Break” them in order to inflict more damage, and “Boost” their travelers to enhance their abilities.
• Path Actions – Players can interact with NPCs throughout the world in various ways by using actions unique to each character. Path Actions will vary depending on the protagonist and whether it is day or night.
• Brand-New Story and Characters – Players can embark on a grand adventure in the new land of Solistia and experience the intertwined stories of eight new travelers: Hikari (Warrior), Agnea (Dancer), Partitio (Merchant), Osvald (Scholar), Throné (Thief), Temenos (Cleric), Ochette (Hunter), and Castti (Apothecary).
• Day/Night Cycle – The townscapes and Path Actions available to each character will change depending on if it is night or day, creating more opportunities for exploration and discovery.
• Latent Power – A new battle element in which characters can unleash a powerful ability once the ability’s gauge fills up during combat.
• Crossed Paths – Additional stories will unfold between the protagonists as their journey progresses, further intertwining their narratives.

OCTOPATH TRAVELER II is available to pre-order now in a Standard Digital Edition for PS5 & PS4 and a Standard Physical Edition for PS5, PS4 and Nintendo Switch. PC via STEAM pre-orders will begin on September 14^th at 5pm BST/6pm CEST.Standard Digital Edition pre-orders for Nintendo Switch will begin at a later date. A physical Collector’s Edition Set** is also available to pre-order now for PS5, PS4 and Nintendo Switch exclusively via the SQUARE ENIX Store.

The physical Collector’s Edition Set includes the following:

• OCTOPATH TRAVELER II Standard Edition Game
• OCTOPATH TRAVLER II Travelers Bust Set: bust figurines of the eight protagonists
• OCTOPATH TRAVELER II ART ALBUM: 44-page art book
• OCTOPATH TRAVELER II –Extended Battle Tracks–: mini soundtrack CD

By pre-ordering the Digital Standard Edition, players can receive the “Travel Provisions” DLC pack, which contains the below consumable items to help players along their journey*** ****:

• Healing Grape (M) x 5
• Inspiriting Plum (M) x 5
• Revitalizing Jam x 2
• Gold Dust (can be sold for 5,000 leaves in game) x 1

OCTOPATH TRAVELER II will be available on the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and PC via STEAM on February 24, 2023. For more information, visit: https://www.octopathtraveler2.com 

* Total worldwide shipments and downloads as of August 2022.

** Please note this is a bundle set consisting of OCTOPATH TRAVELER II Standard Edition physical game and the OCTOPATH TRAVELER II Collector’s Goods Box. The physical game will NOT be packed inside the Collector’s Goods Box, but all items will ship together.

*** This pack may be sold at a later date.

**** These items can also be obtained by progressing through the game.

About OCTOPATH TRAVELER II
OCTOPATH TRAVELER II is a brand-new entry in the OCTOPATH TRAVELER series, the first installment of which was initially released in 2018 and sold over 3 million copies worldwide (as of August 2022). It takes the series’ HD-2D graphics, a fusion of retro pixel art and 3DCG, to even greater heights.
 
In the world of Solistia, eight new travelers venture forth into an exciting new era.
Where will you go? What will you do? Whose tale will you bring to life?
Every path is yours to take.
Embark on an adventure all your own.

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

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