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Management Sim Good Company is Out Now on PC

The 1.0 release adds a complete campaign, co-op, and more to Chasing Carrots’ factory-management simulator

STUTTGART, GERMANY – June 21, 2022 – The Irregular Corporation and Chasing Carrots are proud to announce that business sim Good Company is out now on PC. Following its Early Access release, version 1.0 adds a full campaign, co-op multiplayer, rebalancing, and more to the in-depth management game.

Watch the launch trailer here:

Players will need to keep their business afloat in Good Company, but they’ll be able to achieve financial success however they choose. Do they run small and lean, focusing on dependable revenue over the long term? Or perhaps explosive growth is more appealing, expanding the operation whenever possible in an attempt to overwhelm the competition?

Regardless of the route they take, virtual executives will need to consider a host of factors including personnel and employee logistics, managing supply lines, and optimizing operations to become the best tech company in the county – or go broke trying.

Good Company is available on Epic Games Store, Steam, and GOG for $24.99 / €22.99 / £19.99.

For more information, please visit goodcompanygame.com.

About Chasing Carrots

Supporting Germany’s southern developer scene, Stuttgart is where our ideas grow to life. Its good infrastructure and sunny weather is a top environment. The soil in which we grow our games is 100% self-funded, so we always can ensure our visions are what we want them to be. We draw our inspiration from all kinds of sources and experiences. Colorful, funny, engaging, and smart blends for tasty game creations.

About The Irregular Corporation

Founded in 2015, we’re an experienced group of development and publishing professionals. As a team, we’ve previously worked across more than 100 games and with a huge range of different publishers. As such, we’re a very developer-focused publisher. The teams we work with and their needs are as important to us as the game itself. We understand the development process (which is rarely smooth!) and are committed to working closely with our partners to provide them with the support they need.

COMPREHENSIVE FARMING SIMULATOR 19: AMBASSADOR EDITION NOW AVAILABLE 

Huge amount of content, low price tag: The Farming Simulator 19: Ambassador Edition has arrived, inspiring even more people to farm. Including all expansions and DLCs, publisher and developer GIANTS Software self-publishes the re-release of the global hit-simulation in a comprehensive boxed version. The 2-disc-package is now available at retail stores for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, this video trailer summarizes the extensive content.

Agricultural Emissary in the Form of a Packed Videogame
Price-conscious gamers with a tempting interest for farming get a stuffed package of agricultural experiences with Farming Simulator 19: Ambassador Edition. The main game, both the Platinum and Alpine Farming expansions, as well as six DLCs to extend the game further. That adds up to more than 475 authentically digitized machines from Case IH, CLAAS, DEUTZ-FAHR, Fendt, John Deere, Massey Ferguson, New Holland, Valtra and many other world-famous manufacturers – to be operated on three distinct European and American maps. 

  • Farming Simulator 19 – Base Game
  • Farming Simulator 19 – Platinum Expansion
  • Farming Simulator 19 – Alpine Farming Expansion
  • Farming Simulator 19 – Anderson Group Equipment Pack
  • Farming Simulator 19 – Kverneland & Vicon Equipment Pack
  • Farming Simulator 19 – GRIMME Equipment Pack
  • Farming Simulator 19 – John Deere Cotton DLC
  • Farming Simulator 19 – Bourgault DLC
  • Farming Simulator 19 – Rottne Pack

Self-Published Re-Release is the Perfect Entry to the Series
“Considering the massive amount of content, Farming Simulator 19: Ambassador Edition makes for the perfect starting point to enter our universe”, comments Boris Stefan, Head of Publishing. “Globally re-releasing one of our most successful games in the history of GIANTS Software is also a satisfying achievement that reinforces the path of self-publishing we have taken.”

Farming Simulator 19: Ambassador Edition offers even more content through user-generated mods. Thousands of GIANTS Software-tested and free mods from an enormous pool of user modifications are available to download via the official in-game ModHub. The PC version is also the base for competitive multiplayer, introducing farming in the exciting world of esports – currently with a prize pool worth 100.000 Euros in Season 4 of the Farming Simulator League (FSL). Watch the highlights from the previous FSL event and tune in to the live-stream of the tournament on the weekend of July 9th to July 10th on official GIANTS Software channels.

For further information visit the Farming Simulator website.

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AboutGIANTS Software
GIANTS Software is an international video game developer and publisher from Switzerland established in 2004 and known worldwide for creating the popular Farming Simulator series. The team with offices in Switzerland (Zurich), Germany (Erlangen), USA (Chicago) and Czech Republic (Brno) is very committed to maintain close contact to the agricultural industry and to engage with the community. For more information, please visit giants-software.com

About Farming Simulator
Since 2008, over 30 million units of Farming Simulator have been sold worldwide. The game series has been released on all popular platforms including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs since then. From the start, the team enabled users to create mods with the company’s own GIANTS Engine. With the Farming Simulator League (FSL), the series introduced a competitive esports mode in 2019 – with teams competing in professional tournaments and many acclaimed brands and sponsors on board. More information available at farming-simulator.com

© 2022 Published and developed by GIANTS Software GmbH. GIANTS Software and its logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GIANTS Software GmbH. All manufacturers, agricultural machinery, agricultural equipment, names, brands and associated imagery featured in this game in some cases include trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners. The agricultural machines and equipment in this game may be different from the actual machines in shapes, colours and performance. ©2022 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC. “PlayStation”, “PS5” and “PS4”, are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, the Xbox Sphere mark, the Series X logo, Series S logo, Series X|S logo, Xbox One and Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X|S are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Stadia, the S logo, and related marks and logos are trademarks of Google LLC. “Mac” is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. All rights reserved. All other names, trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners.

XEL, the Time-Hopping Sci-Fi Adventure, Gets a Release Date and All-New Gameplay Trailer

 A love letter to old-school Zelda titles, XEL arrives summer 2022

Wiesbaden, Germany – 21st June, 2022. Time may not be linear, but we can confirm this news is hot off the press as you’re reading this!  Today, Assemble Entertainment and developer Tiny Roar are delighted to reveal the release date of the highly anticipated 3D action-adventure RPG, XEL, along with a new cinematic trailer previewing the game’s plot. Crash landing on Windows PC via Steam and GOG on 12th July and Nintendo Switch on July 14th, 2022, XEL tells the epic sci-fi journey of Reid, a young woman who becomes stranded on a strange and exotic alien world. Together with her spirited sidekick Chap, Reid must utilise her ability to jump through space and time to discover the dark secrets of the planet on which she’s landed, and what her connection is to it. Too excited to wait until July? Luckily, the first 30 minutes of this space odyssey can be played on Steam as a demo now.

Check out XEL in the new “Downfall” trailer:

Spaceship-wrecked on the striking, alien world of XEL, Reid must venture out and begin to piece together her broken memories. A callback to old-school top-down RPGs, XEL evokes the nostalgic spirit of classic Zelda titles. A true passion project from the devs, the world of XEL merges familiar ideas with updated mechanics, all woven together in an intense sci-fi mystery. The planet XEL holds a sinister secret, with darkness lurking across space and time. Aid Reid in solving the mystery of her history, lest both her and the world she’s somehow connected to be doomed.

Key Features of XEL Include: 

  • Old School Meets New School: Retro meets modern in a classic top-down RPG gameplay style, and a well-crafted combat system comprised of different attacks, dodging, parrying, and clever gadgets
  • Adventure Through Space and Time: Explore the mysterious world of XEL and uncover its dark past, utilizing mind-bending time travel to unlock the secrets of the mysterious land
  • A Timeless Audiovisual Experience: Composed by Gidon Wolff, XEL offers a timeless soundtrack complemented by vibrant visuals, handcrafted by a passionate indie team

XEL launches on Windows PC via Steam and GOG on 12th July and on Nintendo Switch on 14th July, 2022. The grandiose adventure will launch on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, and Playstation 4/5 later this year. Want to learn more about XEL? Find more in-depth details in the latest Devlog #4 ‘Level Design Philosophy’ on Steam.

Thank you in advance for sharing this news with your audience. If you’d like to speak to the team at Tiny Roar about XEL’s development and its inspirations, please let us know and we’ll set up a chat for you!

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About Assemble Entertainment

Founded in 2016 and based in Wiesbaden, Germany, Assemble Entertainment is an independent games developer best known for the survival city-builder Endzone – A World Apart, that challenges players to survive and thrive following an environmental apocalypse, and the modernized Leisure Suit Larry series, featuring two new entries in the iconic decades-spanning saga. 

Despite the company’s short history, Assemble Entertainment has won the German Developer Award twice — in 2020 and 2021— in the category “Best Publisher.” Assemble Entertainment organizes GermanDevDays, an annual conference held in Frankfurt, Germany since 2016 that attracts more than 1,100 attendees from across the German-speaking video game development industry. The event also includes the GermanDevDays Indie Award, where indie development teams across Germany can participate in varying categories to win a cash prize for their projects. The event is hosted by Stefan Marcinek, CEO and Founder of Assemble.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge Review

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge

Developer: Tribute Games
Publisher: Dotemu, Gamera Games
Platforms: Xbox OnePlayStation 4Nintendo SwitchPC (Reviewed)
Release Date: 16 Jun 2022
Price: $24.99 USD – Available Here

Overview

Aaaah, kids these days don’t know how good they have it. Back in my time, you have to play video games at the arcade and every run was a microtransaction. Coin after coin. A few lives, one chance, and if you messed up that nickel was lost for good. But those days had their charm. Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat, Contra, Pitfall, and so on. So why am I reminiscing about these ancient times? It’s simple – right now I have a game in front of me that perfectly carries a charm from such an era, along with that difficulty, art style, and a signature “just one more go and I’m done” mark.

Story

The whole story campaign of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge is a simple nostalgia flashback. For a game with such a moderate length, they manage to cram in almost every character from TMNT cartoons. The story is pretty straightforward and it starts with Rocksteady and Bebop attacking Channel 6 news station and trying to reassemble Krang’s android body part by part. Chasing that duo and tackling Krang & Shredder will have you going from the streets of Manhattan to city rooftops and sewers – all the way to Dimension X.

Gameplay

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge managed to impress me plenty of times during my playthrough and one of the first was on the character selection screen. Besides the obvious selection of all Turtles, the game also gives you a choice of playing as Splinter and April O’Neil – including one secret unlockable character with a hockey mask (fans of TMNT will undoubtedly know who I’m talking about). The other thing that surprised me is the fluidity of gameplay, the game doesn’t have those usual flaws of arcade beat ’em ups where enemies can easily corner your character(s) or gang up on you. Each of the playable characters will have different stats in terms of weapon range, speed and power although eventually once you master a character, those stats will be far from game-changing.

What else, hm? Ah yes, skills and levels. As you go through the game, you will level up by defeating enemies, finishing levels, and completing side quests. That way you will unlock HP increase, special meter increase, and variations of your special attack. The levels are replayable if you feel the need to complete challenges, do some level-specific achievements, or finish side quests. Speaking of those, they usually boil down to finding a specific set of collectibles for a certain cameo character. You have to find those characters hidden somewhere in the levels and only then you can find them on the world map so they can give you a quest. Sounds too complicated? Not really if you follow my super special exploit. And that is…….wait for it…..wreck everything! Almost every breakable object in the level will have either a pizza to boost your health, a cameo character a collectible, or a special attack powerup. In any case, if it looks like one part of the scenery in the level can be destroyed, it’s better not to think too much. Do it just to be sure.

Visuals

There are just not enough words to describe how it is when playing Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge. It is everything. Gorgeous. Fluid. Colorful. Detailed. Chaotic. Fun. Engaging. Pretty much every other positive adjective that you can think of. And a big part of that is thanks to the specific arcade retro visuals that are more finely tuned than one might expect. Retro but not “I guess that looks like something” retro. Colorful but not “my eyes are bleeding” colorful. A joy to look at as it is to play.

Audio

The soundtrack of the game is on par with the quality of the gameplay and visuals although this segment of the game had some aces up its sleeve. Like two members of the Wu-Tang Clan contributing to the soundtrack of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge and even Tee Lopes leaving its mark here. In any case, one thing that will not leave you indifferent is hearing that TMNT theme and opening intro every time you start up the game.

Overall

The hardest thing about writing this review for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge is trying to find something bad about it. A flaw or a defect, anything. I hold the opinion that no game is perfect and that perfection is something that’s rarely accomplished in art – and yes, that includes video games. But damn if this game doesn’t come close to perfection. Even if I would want to single out the average length of it, it is still debatable since the replay value is enormous considering all the challenges, achievements, and characters the game throws at you. Even if arcade beat ’em ups aren’t your usual cup of tea, I’d still say to give this a go since the amount of love and details that went into this game is nothing short of impressive.

Capsule Computers review guidelines can be found here.

Atari Previews Upcoming Announcements as Preparations Continue for 50-Year Anniversary on June 27

Iconic Brand to Announce New Games, Merchandise, and Collaborations as it Celebrates its Golden Anniversary

New York, NY (June 21, 2022) Atari® — one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers — is excited to preview today the line-up of announcements and reveals that are set to take place over the next two weeks as the company its founding 50 years ago on June 27, 1972.

Following the recent announcement of Atari Mania, a brand new adventure title for PC and Switch that challenges players to complete 150 microgames that merge and twist classic Atari games and characters, the publisher is preparing for more reveals and first looks at some upcoming projects ranging from video games, strategic new partners, licensed merchandise, and new additions to the expanding Atari XP library of rare or never-released Atari 2600 cartridges. In addition, Atari will offer special anniversary discounts on games, merchandise, and the Atari VCS.

“Reaching 50 years is a special moment for Atari, for the industry, and for fans of video games from across the globe,” said Wade Rosen, Atari CEO. “We plan to continue celebrating all year, but the week of June 27 will include the announcement of two amazing new titles, the release of a special interview with our founder, Nolan Bushnell, some special collabs, and previews of new merch and collectibles that I know will excite fans.” 

Behind the leadership of Rosen, the team at Atari has launched six new PC and console titles in the last eleven months, including five titles from the Atari: Recharged series and the critically acclaimed puzzle-platformer Kombinera. Atari has also reintroduced 16 classic titles to PC and streaming services over that period, as the company returns to its roots in game development and publishing. 

Announced in late 2021, the Atari XP initiative also expects to see new products in its line of rare and never-released Atari 2600 cartridges. The next entries into the collection will formally kick off a new series of fan-favorite classics. Follow the updates on the official site at www.atarixp.com.

Atari’s golden anniversary wouldn’t be complete without new merchandise and items for fans to collect. Rosen added, “We are really excited to share some new items that celebrate the sustained creativity of Atari, and we plan to tease out a special collaboration that will allow fans of all ages to get ‘hands-on’ with Atari’s legacy.”

Eager to hear more? Stay up-to-date on all things Atari and the 50th-anniversary announcements by following on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. 

About ATARI

Atari is an interactive entertainment company and an iconic gaming industry brand that transcends generations and audiences. The company is globally recognized for its multi-platform, interactive entertainment and licensed products. Atari owns and/or manages a portfolio of more than 200 unique games and franchises, including world-renowned brands like Asteroids®, Centipede®, Missile Command®, Pong®, and RollerCoaster Tycoon®. Atari has offices in New York and Paris. Visit us online at www.Atari.com.

©2022 Atari Interactive, Inc. Atari wordmark and logo are trademarks owned by Atari Interactive, Inc.
 

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TIME and The Sandbox Announce Partnership To Build ‘Time Square’ in the Metaverse

TIME and The Sandbox Announce Partnership To Build ‘Time Square’ in the Metaverse

Iconic Times Square Location Will be Reimagined in The Sandbox as a Virtual Hub for Community, Art and Commerce Curated by TIMEPieces

NEW YORK and HONG KONG – June 21, 2022 – The Sandbox, a leading decentralized gaming virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, and TIMEPieces, the NFT community initiative from TIME, today announced a partnership to develop ‘TIME Square’, TIME’s first-ever destination in the metaverse. TIME Square will be built on TIME’s land in The Sandbox as a destination for convening, art and commerce, inspired by the visual spirit and energy of the iconic neighborhood in New York City.  

TIME President Keith A. Grossman revealed the partnership during The Sandbox event at NFT.NYC, while also issuing an open call for an architect to design TIME Square, reimagining the world-renowned cultural center for the metaverse. TIMEPieces is turning to its vibrant community and metaverse enthusiasts worldwide to identify a visionary architect to recreate and reimagine the destination as a voxel creation. 

“Our goal is to create a destination that will be the heart of the metaverse,” said Keith A. Grossman, TIME President. “Since launching TIMEPieces in September 2021, we have focused on developing a community in Web3 that benefited from the incredible 100-year legacy and access TIME has established. We are thrilled to now tap into that community as we seek to find the architect to design TIME Square in the metaverse, as we create an immersive experience with The Sandbox that provides a natural bridge between the virtual community of TIMEPieces, the historical coverage and global relationships of TIME, the unique IP coming from TIME Studios, TIME for Kids, and our real-life events.”

TIME Square will be an inclusive environment that will provide unique experiences to TIMEPieces holders. The destination will serve the TIMEPieces community by providing virtual access to discussions, events, screenings of TIME Studios projects and educational experiences.

“The Sandbox is often viewed as a ‘virtual Manhattan,’ a vibrant space alive with culture, entertainment, and brands, where anyone can discover, learn, work, meet new people, play, dance, and find amazing new opportunities,” said Sebastien Borget, COO and Co-Founder of The Sandbox. “By partnering with TIME, we’re adding TIMEPieces as the beating heart and soul of this virtual Manhattan, where a design call for a virtual architect will be held in TIME Square, a place in our creative metaverse for brands and creators.”

Part virtual real estate, part amusement park, The Sandbox fully embraces the idea of the metaverse as a continuous shared digital space where worlds and heroes collide to make magic. TIME joins over 300 existing partnerships including Warner Music Group, Ubisoft, The Rabbids, Gucci Vault, The Walking Dead, Snoop Dogg, Adidas, Deadmau5, Steve Aoki, Richie Hawtin, The Smurfs, Care Bears, Atari, ZEPETO, and CryptoKitties, all following The Sandbox team’s vision of empowering players to create their own experiences using both original and well-known characters and worlds.

For more information on TIMEPieces, including information on how to apply for the opportunity to partner with TIMEPieces to build TIME Square, please visit https://time.com/collection/timepieces-nft/.

Find more information on The Sandbox on our Medium page: https://medium.com/sandbox-game

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About TIME

TIME is a global media brand that reaches a combined audience of more than 100 million around the world. A trusted destination for reporting and insight, TIME’s mission is to tell the stories that matter most, to lead conversations that change the world and to deepen understanding of the ideas and events that define our time. With unparalleled access to the world’s most influential people, the immeasurable trust of consumers globally, an unrivaled power to convene, TIME is one of the world’s most recognizable media brands with renowned franchises that include the TIME100 Most Influential People, Person of the Year, Firsts, Best Inventions, World’s Greatest Places, and premium events including the TIME100 Summit and Gala, TIME100 Health Summit, TIME100 Next, and more.

About The Sandbox

The Sandbox, a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, is one of the decentralized virtual worlds that has been fueling the recent growth of virtual real estate demand, having partnered with major IPs and brands including Warner Music Group, Ubisoft, The Rabbids, Gucci Vault, The Walking Dead, Snoop Dogg, Adidas, Deadmau5, Steve Aoki, Richie Hawtin, The Smurfs, Care Bears, Atari, ZEPETO, CryptoKitties, and more. Building on existing The Sandbox IP that has more than 40 million global installs on mobile, The Sandbox metaverse offers players and creators a decentralized and intuitive platform to create immersive 3D worlds and game experiences and to safely store, trade, and monetize their creations. For more information, please visit www.sandbox.game and follow the regular updates on Twitter, Medium, and Discord.

About Animoca Brands

Animoca Brands, a Deloitte Tech Fast winner and ranked in the Financial Times list of High Growth Companies Asia-Pacific 2021, is a leader in digital entertainment, blockchain, and gamification that is working to advance digital property rights and contribute to the establishment of the open metaverse. The company develops and publishes a broad portfolio of products including the REVV token and SAND token; original games including The Sandbox, Crazy Kings, and Crazy Defense Heroes; and products utilizing popular intellectual properties including Disney, WWE, Snoop Dogg, The Walking Dead, Power Rangers, MotoGP™, and Formula E. It has multiple subsidiaries, including The Sandbox, Blowfish Studios, Quidd, GAMEE, nWay, Pixowl, Forj, Lympo, Grease Monkey Games, Eden Games, Darewise Entertainment, Notre Game, and TinyTap. Animoca Brands has a growing portfolio of more than 340 investments, including Colossal, Axie Infinity, OpenSea, Dapper Labs (NBA Top Shot), Yield Guild Games, Harmony, Alien Worlds, Star Atlas, and others. For more information visit www.animocabrands.com or follow on Twitter or Facebook.

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Play the disturbing adventure Last Days of Lazarus now on Steam

Play the disturbing adventure Last Days of Lazarus now on Steam

Experience a story filled with supernatural elements of local belief, set in a struggling post-communist Romania

London, UK, June 21st 2022 – Last Days of Lazarus, the supernatural adventure game heavily inspired by Romanian post-communist history, local superstitions and religious beliefs, is available on Steam from June 22nd. Play this first-person narrative driven game to experience an enthralling story about family, loss and dark secrets, set on the backdrop of political turmoil and a spreading malediction.

“After two and a half years of hard work, I can’t wait for players to get their hands on the game, to get immersed in the story, to get spooked a few times, but most importantly to delve into the emotional journey of a man returning home and reconciliating with his broken family plagued by delusion and sin. Mystery, shocking reveals, catharsis, sorrow, loss, religion, politics, traditions, all these and more await you in the game.” said George Remus Poiana, the game’s director.

After their mother’s suicide, Lazarus returns home to his sister Lyudmila. But unexplained events make the country and even reality collapse around him. Looming death, social unrest and the supernatural threaten his sanity, yet Lazarus pushes forward to find the truth about his family. In a sick society where everyone cares only about themselves and their survival, can family bonds still be upheld and cherished? And with so much propaganda and superstitions, can level headed thinking still be achieved? These are the sort of questions the game tackles.

The story is split into eight chapters and you’ll be visiting five locations inspired by actual places from Romania. You’ll get a chance to explore mysterious settings, interact with questionable characters, find documents to piece together what happened to this troubled family and solve light puzzles to progress.

Last Days of Lazarus is a collaboration between Darkania Works and GrimTalin, two small indie studios from Iasi, Romania. The game was made in Unreal Engine 4 over the course of more than two and a half years.

The game is available on Steam for $17.99 / 14.99€ / £13.99. The consoles version is expected to hit PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in late 2022, alongside a physical edition made in collaboration with Perp Games.

About the creators

Darkania Works is a one-man indie game studio founded by George Remus Poiana. He has previously worked on Gray Dawn, a similarly styled narrative driven adventure game that has received praise for its beautiful unique visuals and thought-provoking story.

GrimTalin is a one-man indie game studio founded by Catalin Marcu. He has previously released the beloved nostalgia filled retro platformer The Adventures of Elena Temple and the relaxing puzzler Long Ago: A Puzzle Tale.

About Perp Games

Perp Games is a global video games publisher, with a proud track record of publishing award-winning titles, exciting indie games and some of the world’s most recognized franchises, from the most talented studios. Perp Games is an established and recognized global force in entertainment, bringing extraordinary and exciting games to market, across multiple formats and media.

Discover the Importance of Protecting Nature with Planet Zoo: Conservation Pack – Out Now!

Get ready to nurture five fascinating new endangered animals in Planet Zoo, including the Przewalski’s Horse, Amur Leopard, Siamang, Scimitar-Horned Oryx, and the Axolotl Exhibit animal. Zookeepers can also embrace a more sustainable future with the help of over 150 stunning new eco-inspired scenery pieces. An exciting conservation-focused timed scenario, set against a picturesque Mongolian backdrop, challenges zookeepers to rescue and rehabilitate animals against the clock.

To celebrate the launch, the Planet Zoo community team will be joined over on Twitch from 1.30pm BST by a real-life zookeeper and a conservation expert from Scotland’s Highland Wildlife Park, to chat about the vital role of zoos in conservation and species preservation.

Planet Zoo: Conservation Pack is out now on Steam for a suggested retail price of £7.99 / $9.99 / €9.99.

Watch the launch trailer for Planet Zoo Conservation Pack here:

Follow Planet Zoo on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube Visit the Planet Zoo website at PlanetZooGame.com

DLC Characters from Team AWAKENED OROCHI join KOF XV in August of 2022

KOF ’98 UM FE will also release with rollback netcode on PlayStation®4 today

Osaka, Japan, June 21, 2022 – SNK CORPORATION (Corporate HQ: Suita-city, Osaka, Japan, Company President & CEO:Kenji Matsubara) is proud to announce the DLC Team AWAKENED OROCHI is coming to THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV in August of 2022.

KOF XV DLC Team AWAKENED OROCHI Trailer:

The DLC Characters Orochi Shermie, Orochi Yashiro, and Orochi Chris join the fray. The three characters worked in the shadows to revive Orochi in KOF ’97. Now they are back to form Team AWAKENED OROCHI and are now available in KOF XV! 

13 DLC characters are coming in 2022, bringing the roster to a massive 52 playable fighters. In addition to TEAM GAROU (3 characters), OMEGA RUGAL, and TEAM SOUTH TOWN (3 characters) currently available, TEAM AWAKENED OROCHI will be available in August 2022. Combined with the 39 fighters in the main game, a total of 52 fighters are joining the fight.

Try out The Awakened Orochi Team in KOF ’98 UM FE, now with rollback netcode, releasing on PlayStation®4 today. THE KING OF FIGHTERS ’98 ULTIMATE MATCH FINAL EDITION, a fully tuned-up version of KOF ’98 which is still an immensely popular game in the KOF series, is finally coming to PlayStation®4. Based on KOF ’98, this new “ULTIMATE MATCH” features a unique new “Ultimate Mode” system and game balance adjustments. Various game modes such as “Challenge Mode” and “Practice Mode” have also been added. In addition, this title adopts rollback netcode for its online matches. Online lobbies can accommodate up to nine players and features a spectator mode. Online functions have also been greatly overhauled, including a replay function for battles and settings for matchmaking conditions. Aim for the top by winning the ultimate battle between 64 popular characters from KOF’s history!

The trailer is available here: 

KOF ’98 UM FE releases on PlayStation®4 digitally today for 14.99€. More information can be found here: https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/us/games/steam/kof98umfe

THE KING OF FIGHTERS XV released for PlayStation, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on February 17th 2022. The game is available in different editions, the Deluxe Edition features the KOF XV Team Pass 1 with the first six DLC characters. More information is available here: https://www.snk-corp.co.jp/us/games/kof-xv

About SNK

Headquartered in Osaka, Japan, SNK develop, publish, and distribute interactive entertainment software on a global scale. Known for such franchises as THE KING OF FIGHTERS, METAL SLUG, and SAMURAI SHODOWN, SNK continues to focus on their rich console game and arcade history.

OUTRIDERS FREE TO PLAY ON STEAM THIS WEEK

High-Intensity Looter Shooter Available to Play Free For Three Days

LONDON, UK (June 21st, 2022) – SQUARE ENIX® today announced that OUTRIDERS™ will be available to play for free on Steam from Monday June 20th to Thursday June 23rd.

Watch the OUTRIDERS ‘Steam Free Play’ Trailer here:

Players on Steam can experience the full original OUTRIDERS game with no restrictions during this time, including cross-play with other platforms. Any progress players make as part of the Free Play Days will be waiting for them when they purchase OUTRIDERS on the same platform. Additionally, anyone who played the OUTRIDERS demo previously will be able to continue their progress from where they left off.

OUTRIDERS is a hard-hitting Looter Shooter set in an original dark sci-fi world.

Humanity slowly bleeds out on the storm-ravaged planet of Enoch. You awaken as one of the last of the Outriders, somehow Altered by the terrifying Anomaly, infused with incredible powers. Embark on an epic journey across a hostile planet where everything has hyper-evolved to kill you to lead humanity to safety. Choose from four different classes and use deep and flexible character customisation to build your own play style, collect twisted and beautiful guns and gear, and wield destructive and dominating powers. Stay aggressive, kill to heal and take the fight to your enemies in single player or with up to three players in co-op, as you explore the unknown across an epic story campaign.

The Steam Free Play Days will begin on June 20th at 6:00pm BST and end on Thursday June 23rd at 6:00pm BST.

Experience the intense action and deep character customization of OUTRIDERS free for a limited time now, before the next step in the OUTRIDERS universe, OUTRIDERS WORLDSLAYER, arrives on PC Steam, Epic and Windows Store, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Google Stadia and Nvidia GeForce Now on June 30th, 2022.

Existing OUTRIDERS owners can purchase the WORLDSLAYER Upgrade to access WORLDSLAYER content. Digital pre-orders will be granted Early Access from June 28th across all platforms where pre-order is available.

For more information, visit www.outriders.net

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ABOUT PEOPLE CAN FLY
Established in 2002, People Can Fly, is one of the best AAA game development studios in Poland and one of the leading UNREAL ENGINE studios in Europe. People Can Fly operates in Warsaw, Rzeszów, Newcastle and New York, with newly opened start-up studios in Łódź (PL) and Montreal (CA).
 
PCF made its mark on the shooter genre and is known for titles such as Bulletstorm: Full Clip (launched on April 7, 2017), Gears of War: Judgment (published in 2013), Bulletstorm (an original, Unreal Engine 3-powered onslaught of ‘kill with skill’ gameplay and blockbuster moments, published in 2011) and Painkiller (launched in 2004).

People Can Fly made its debut on the Warsaw Stock Exchange in December 2020.

About Square Enix External Studios
Square Enix External Studios is a London based development and publishing group that works with top development studios across the world, establishing new intellectual properties and developing new franchises within the umbrella of the Square Enix group of companies. Square Enix External Studios have been responsible for multiple games including the Just Cause® and Life is Strange® series, as well as titles such as Batman: Arkham Asylum™ and Sleeping Dogs®.

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 161 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 82 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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