Chinese mythology-based action RPG coming to PS5™ and PS4™ on August 4th

Hong Kong – July 20th, 2022 – Independent developer and publisher Eastasiasoft Limited today released a new trailer for the Chinese mythology-based action RPG Sword and Fairy: Together Forever, a brand new standalone entry in the storied franchise. The Heroes & Villains feature showcases the cast of characters who will accompany you on your journey, as well as the ones who will try to foil your plans. Sword and Fairy: Together Forever will release on PS5™ and PS4™ in North America, Europe and Australia on August 4th.

Sword and Fairy: Together Forever weaves a tale with memorable characters who have their own unique motivations and personalities. Between the clans of humans, deities and demons on the brink of war, heroism and villainy are often a matter of perspective rather than black-and-white morality. Not every hero is selfless, and not every villain is purely evil. It’s up to young deity Xiu Wu, human swordswoman Yue Qingshu and their newfound allies to fight for what they believe and find a way to prevent open war between the realms, to protect peace and shape the world’s future for the greater good despite their differences.

With its beginnings in 1995, the Sword and Fairy RPG series has captured the hearts and imagination of Chinese-speaking players for decades. Now, in 2022, Sword and Fairy: Together Forever advances mechanics and graphics presentation into the next generation. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, Sword and Fairy: Together Forever features intense real-time combat and vast detailed environments to explore, complemented by depth and engaging storytelling that have defined the franchise since its inception. This is a standalone RPG epic that can be enjoyed equally by long-time fans or newcomers without prior knowledge of the series, one that Eastasiasoft Limited is exceptionally proud to bring to new audiences worldwide.

Sword and Fairy: Together Forever was originally developed by Softstar Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd. Eastasiasoft Limited will publish digitally in the west. This new console version of the game will feature four exclusive outfits and a weapon appearance not available in the original PC release. US & EU physical editions for PS5™ and PS4™ are also in the works with more details to be announced soon.

For more information on Sword and Fairy: Together Forever, please visit:

• Game details:https://www.eastasiasoft.com/games/Sword-and-Fairy-Together-Forever

About Sword and Fairy: Together Forever

Enter a realm that blends ancient mythology with traditional oriental aesthetics in Sword and Fairy: Together Forever, the latest standalone entry in the nearly 27-year-old RPG franchise! Weaving its tale between the three clans of Human, Deity and Demon, Sword and Fairy: Together Forever puts you in command of a memorable party of characters, each with unique personalities, motives, skills, strengths and weaknesses. Only together can they shape the future! Guide them as one in this compelling standalone chapter that serves as a jumping-on point for those new to Sword and Fairy while paying tribute to the series’ grand legacy.

Sword and Fairy: Together Forever not only features the most advanced graphics in series history, but it also introduces dynamic real-time combat mechanics with total freedom of movement and fluid, screen-filling skill animations. Switch between playable characters and strategize on the fly! Along the way, you can also meet and care for spirit creatures that will aid in your journey. Discover lush interconnected environments, equip your party with new skills, play mini-games and much more as you explore this beautifully crafted action role-playing epic, including exclusive outfits and weapon skins to further enhance the experience!

Key Features:

• Fight in real-time and switch between party characters instantly!
• Explore diverse landscapes, towns and more across a vivid mythology-based world.
• Learn and equip new skills as you progress.
• Experience more than 30 hours of story content and optional side quests!
• Capture, tame and feed spirit creatures that aid you in different ways.
• Play card battle mini-games in between intense battles!
• Discover console-exclusive outfits and weapon skins!

About Softstar Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd.
Softstar Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd.  is a leading brand for PC games for the Chinese market and has created the Sword & Fairy and Richman as the top renowned Chinese-speaking game IPs. It is also the very first Chinese game provider to invest in the development of spin-off products & services, presented in such diverse media as TV dramas, novels, comics, and physical games, so as to satisfy all the entertainment demands of its numerous and wide-ranging consumers. Up to date, Softstar owns a fan base of 500 million people in Greater China, as well as fan clubs across the whole China; its domestic and international business partners span across North East Asia, South East Asia, North America and Europe.

About Eastasiasoft Limited
Eastasiasoft Limited is an independent, Hong Kong–based developer and publisher of interactive entertainment specializing in video games and related media. Founded in 2007, eastasiasoft has published a diverse variety of titles in digital and physical format. Eastasiasoft is a licensed PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and Xbox One publisher. Some of eastasiasoft’s recently licensed and published games are Xuan Yuan Sword 7, Empire of Angels IV, Seven Pirates H, Moero Crystal H, Trigger Witch, Rainbow Skies, Rainbow Moon, and the Söldner-X franchise.

Brace for impact in this esteemed sci-fi shoot’em up featuring upgradable weapons, an electrifying soundtrack and epic boss battles

Düren, Germany – July 20th 2022 – Headup and com8com1 Software are thrilled to announce that their critically acclaimed shoot’em up, Rigid Force Redux, will be taking flight for Android devices on August 11th. After receiving positive reviews on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch, Rigid Force Redux is on its way to set a new high score on Google Play for Android handsets.

Blast off into the treacherous depths of space as you side scroll your way to victory, accompanied by an electrifying synthwave soundtrack, stunning environments and lovingly hand-crafted 3D models. Rigid Force Redux offers you the ability to arm your fighter with numerous upgradeable weapon systems and supplemental Force Shards, dealing devastating firepower to your foes! Gear up for a multitude of battles against huge swarms of enemies, heavy gunships, laser wielding mechs and giant alien creatures that will test your mettle to the max. Every enemy has its own unique and challenging strategies, from the tiniest creature up to the largest boss.

In Rigid Force Redux your story takes place around the planet Therra where you are part of a military space organisation fleet called UPFF (United Planet Freedom Forces). Your task is to take on combat missions to protect allied planets, with assistance on your journey provided by artificial on-board intelligence of the Rigid Force Alpha, PSYE. PSYE acts as an advisor as you undertake your voyage among the stars. If after all that, you’re still gunning for more, try the challenging Arcade and Boss Rush Modes, defend your ranking in the global leaderboards and grab all 40 achievements.

“After the phenomenal response from the media and players about the initial release of Rigid Force Redux, we are very excited to announce that we are bringing the title to Android,” said Marcel Rebenstorf, founder of com8com1 Software. “We are certain you are going to have fun with countless hours of shooting action!”

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About Headup
Headup is a hybrid games publishing and development company providing players worldwide with the best content in the independent gaming sector. Established in 2009, it is active on all major platforms such as consoles, mobile devices and PC, and was awarded as “Best Publisher” at the German Developers Awards in 2012, 2013, 2017 and 2019. Since February 2021, Headup is part of the Thunderful Group based in Gothenburg, Sweden.

About com8com1
com8com1 is an independent game developer based in the Metropolitan Region of Hannover, Germany, and founded by industry veteran Marcel Rebenstorf, who previously worked at Ubisoft Blue Byte on AAA brands ANNO and Might and Magic Heroes Online. They closely collaborate with artists and industry experts, known and praised for their contributions to hits like Golden Sun, Time Splitters 3, Burnout 3, Heart & Slash and Elliot Quest. As a passionate indie studio, they aim to establish themselves as experts in creating rich and engaging games that you will love playing.

Sydney, Australia, July 20^th, 2022 – As you open the door of your cabin, a beautiful landscape stretches out before you. You can feel the light breeze on your skin, hear the rustling of the leaves, and smell the tree resin. The sun rays are warm, and the chirping of birds echoes around you – it’s the perfect day to head out for a hunt. This brand-new gameplay trailer of Way of the Hunter shows-off all kinds of wildlife in picturesque open-world environments for hunting pros and casual observers to explore as they track, stalk and finally face their prey.

Way of the Hunter is coming to PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on August 16, 2022.

Take an early shot for once: Pre-Order is open
Pre-Order for Way of the Hunter is available now and lets you choose between two versions. The standard edition goes for an SRP of $59.95 on PC and consoles and the Elite Edition is also available for Pre-Order at an SRP of $77.95. The early hunter catches the discount: If you pre-order the Elite Edition before August 16th, you’ll get a 10% discount.

Pre-order here:

PS5:

www.ebgames.com.au/search?q=Way+of+The+Hunter
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https://store.playstation.com/en-au/product/EP4389-PPSA05732_00-WAYOFTHEHUNTER00

XBOX:

www.ebgames.com.au/product/xbox-series-x/283356-way-of-the-hunter
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Wishlist now:
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GOG.com: https://www.gog.com/game/way_of_the_hunter
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About Way of the Hunter
This authentic hunting experience lets you explore and hunt in large open-world environments in the USA and Europe. Discover true-to-life animals in beautiful natural habitats and handle various detailed and highly realistic weapons. Face the challenges of ethical hunting, supported by a compelling story, or simply enjoy hunting the rich environments freely.

• Hunt like a pro with features that highlight animal signs, blood splatter analysis, and shot review with the rewindable bullet camera
• Dozens of strikingly detailed animal species with realistic behaviour models for a truly immersive hunting experience
• Enjoy your perfect hunting adventure among friends in co-op mode
• Two vast hunting territories with 55 square miles each
• Realistic ballistics and bullet physics simulation
• Sophisticated natural animal animations and reactions when sensing the players presence
• A compelling story about the struggles of a family hunting business, and the rivalry and friendships that surround it
• Complex Trophy system generates unique antlers and horns based on multiple factors like fitness and age

Way of the Hunter Website

About THQ Nordic

The THQ Nordic official boiler plate can be found here: https://thqnordic.com/company/about

THQ Nordic Website

About Nine Rocks Games
Nine Rocks Games is a game development studio headquartered in Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. “The team consists of veteran game developers with great experience in making successful games, including global hits like DayZ, Soldier of Fortune: Payback, Chaser, or many of the multimillion-selling Cabela’s line of hunting games, including Big Game Hunter and Dangerous Hunts.

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Microids celebrates Syberia’s 20^th anniversary with an exclusive video and the launch of Microids Backstage!

Sydney, Australia, (July 20, 2022) – Microids is delighted to celebrate both the 20^th anniversary of the Syberia series and the launch of Syberia: The World Before with an exclusive video commemorating the cult saga created by Benoît Sokal.

“In the mid 90’s, the encounter between Benoît Sokal and Microids gave birth to Amerzone: The Explorer’s Legacy. Celebrated by players and critics alike for its audacity, scenario and advanced game mechanics, this game allowed Benoît to keep developing his fictional universes in a new medium. For 20 years, it’s been a great honour to be able to offer players around the world a unique journey in the world created by Benoît, throughout the numerous iteration of the Syberia series. Today, all our thoughts are for this incredibly talented artist who passed in 2021, as well as his wife Martine and his kids Hugo and Jules, without whom none of these projects would have been possible. We feel it was important for us to offer Syberia’s fans this video highlighting the important moments of this cult video game saga.” declares Elliot Grassiano, founder and COO of Microids.

Discover the video celebrating 20 years of the Syberia series

Microids Backstage Launch

Microids is also very happy to announce that Microids Backstage is live! This behind the scenes blog dedicated to all projects in development will offer sneak peaks, interviews and exclusive content regularly. Paying tribute to the Syberia saga, the first blog post focuses on this cult video game IP.

Visit the Microids website right now!

Syberia: The World Before – discover the retail editions of the adventure masterpiece!

Praised by the video game critics (81% Metacritic) and players around the world (92% positive opinion on Steam), Syberia: The World Before will launch by the end of 2022 in a limited edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Additionally, a special collector’s edition will be available for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Syberia: The World Before collector’s edition will include:

• The game
• A steelbook
• An adjustable figurine representing Kate & Dana (three configurations)
• An artbook
• A music box
• A map of Vaghen
• An exclusive lithograph
• A keychain
• A postcard set
• The digital script of the game’s prologue
• The digital version of the game’s soundtrack
• A collector’s box

Dive headfirst into Benoît Sokal’s universe thanks to this new episode of the famous Syberia series. In this exciting new adventure, you’ll play as Kate Walker and Dana Roze, two women capable of moving mountains to solve deep buried mysteries.

Syberia: The World Before Collector’s Edition will be released in November 2022 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. The PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch will come out in 2023.

Syberia: The World Before is already available on PC via Steam, GOG and Epic Games Store.

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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 (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, including Asterix & Obelix, and Titeuf, Garfield, Fort Boyard, XIII and Blacksad, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.

About Benoît Sokal

Benoît Sokal began drawing for À Suivre magazine in 1978. At this time, he created the Inspector Canardo series, featuring a depressed anthropomorphic duck detective with a penchant for cigarettes, alcohol and femmes fatales. In 1996, he started the video game project Amerzone, published by Microids. Benoît Sokal is one of the first graphic novel artists to design, implement and supervise the entire production of a video game. He then went on to become Microids’ Art Director, publishing his second game, Syberia, in 2002. He was recognized as “Person of the Year” at the 2002 video games Phenix Awards; Syberia was crowned “Best adventure game of the year” in 2002 in the USA. In April 2004, the release of Syberia 2 met the same success as the first episode of the saga and was greeted with enthusiasm by fans all over the world. With Syberia 3, Benoît Sokal chose to stick with the old-fashioned way of drawing with pencils and watercolors, rather than using digital tools, giving his universe and characters a very distinctive look. A multi-talented artist, he also crafted the beloved game story and the characters’ dialogue. During these last months, Benoît Sokal was working with the teams at Microids and Koalabs on the upcoming game Syberia: The World Before.

Despite his prolific career in video games, Benoît Sokal never let go of his original passion, and released the graphic novel Kraa in 2010. He also developed the Aquarica universe for several years with his friend François Schuiten, together, they adapt Aquarica as graphic novel, which first part has been published in 2017, the second one is expected for 2022 second semester.

Early Access to the MultiVersus Open Beta Begins Today

Sydney, Australia, (July 20, 2022) – Warner Bros. Games today announced that Early Access to the MultiVersus Open Beta is now available for players who previously participated in the MultiVersus Closed Alpha, as well as those who receive a code via Twitch Drops. Players can also gain Early Access to the Open Beta by purchasing a MultiVersus Founder’s Pack, which includes different levels of in-game content via the Standard, Deluxe, and Premium Editions. For more information on the Founder’s Packs, visit MultiVersus.com/Founders-Pack.

Additionally, a MultiVersus Preseason Battle Pass is now available, allowing players to complete challenges and unlock rewards. There is a free option open for all players and a premium option requiring an in-game purchase to participate. The Preseason Battle Pass is live now through Aug. 8, followed by a full Season 1 Battle Pass beginning Aug. 9. All player progression and rewards unlocked during the Early Access period and through the Preseason Battle Pass will carry over to the Open Beta on July 26 and subsequently be available through the life of the game.

MultiVersus is an all-new free-to-play platform fighter in development by Player First Games that introduces a team-based 2 vs. 2 format combined with an all-star cast of iconic characters, including Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman and Harley Quinn (DC); Shaggy and Velma (Scooby-Doo); Bugs Bunny and Tasmanian Devil a.k.a. Taz (Looney Tunes); Arya Stark (Game of Thrones); Tom & Jerry; Jake the Dog and Finn the Human (Adventure Time); Steven Universe and Garnet (Steven Universe); Iron Giant (The Iron Giant), an extraordinary original creature named Reindog; and many more to come. The MultiVersus Open Beta will be available on July 26, 2022 for PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 consoles, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, and PC.

For additional information about MultiVersus, visit MultiVersus.com or join the community conversation on Twitter (@MultiVersus), YouTube (MultiVersus), Instagram (MultiVersusGame), Facebook (MultiVersus), and Discord (MultiVersus).

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Note: Early access codes are available on request.

About Warner Bros. Games

Warner Bros. Games is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all platforms, including console, handheld, mobile and PC-based gaming for both internal and third-party game titles. Additional information about Warner Bros. Games can be found at www.warnerbrosgames.com.

About Player First Games

Player First Games is a new independent game studio located in Los Angeles, CA. Started by veteran developers from across the industry, the team is focused on creating games and serving passionate communities of gamers with a player first mindset. Additional information about Player First Games can be found at www.playerfirstgames.com.

MULTIVERSUS software © 2021 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Developed by Player First Games. All DC characters and related elements are trademarks of DC © 2021. ADVENTURE TIME, STEVEN UNIVERSE and all related characters and elements © & ™ Cartoon Network. TOM AND JERRY, SCOOBY-DOO and all related characters and elements © & ™ Turner Entertainment Co. and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. GAME OF THRONES and all related characters and elements © & ™ Home Box Office, Inc. LOONEY TUNES and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. WARNER BROS. GAMES LOGO, WB SHIELD: ™ & © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s21)

Publisher Reveals Out of This World Art from Series Artist Yusuke Kozaki

July 20^th, 2022 – Marvelous Europe today announced No More Heroes 3 is coming to PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S on October 14^th.

Being the “number-one assassin in the world” isn’t what it used to be. Otaku hero Travis Touchdown is back once more, forced out of retirement to defend Santa Destroy, and the whole world, in an intergalactic test of might while proving he’s more than just a washed-up has-been who talks to his cat. Warm up those beam katanas, tighten up the all-new Death Glove, and get ready to partake in outrageous boss battles against the evil Prince FU and his 10 alien henchmen as Travis fights his way to the top of the Galactic Superhero Rankings!

The PlayStation®5 and Xbox versions of No More Heroes 3 will also be available physically, including a copy of the game featuring an all-new illustration by series artist Yusuke Kozaki for the case, 3 art cards and a double-sided poster featuring Travis and his trusty Demzamtiger.

About No More Heroes 3

The legendary assassin Travis Touchdown returns once again to the Garden of Madness! The evil Prince FU, a self-proclaimed superhero from the farthest reaches of the galaxy, has landed on Earth with his sights set on world conquest. In order to save humanity, our no-more-hero must fight to rise to the top of the Galactic Superhero Rankings, taking on each of FU’s nine alien henchmen before he can earn a title match against the prince himself.

Grow Your Galactic Legend

In classic No More Heroes style, the Galactic Superhero Rankings are packed with outrageous boss battles, each oozing with personality. Soar through the ranks and prove you’re the baddest in the universe.

Old Dog, New Tricks

Travis may be one bad day away from a mid-life crisis, but he’s still an innovator when it comes to kicking ass. From beam katana boss to wrestling pro, Travis can do it all. Take violence to new extremes with the customizable Death Glove, and punish those deadly invaders with combat that suits your style.

Superheroic Side Hustles

Battling aliens ain’t cheap. Explore Santa Destroy on Travis’ Demzamtiger to pick up odd jobs, from Coast Guard missions to toilet cleaning, then hit the road to unique locales outside of Santa Destroy like Neo Brazil and Thunderdome to keep the cash rolling in.

Bolder, Badder, and Better Than Ever

Thanks to sharper visuals, No More Heroes 3 has never looked better. Add in improved load times and better responsiveness, and you’ll be dishing out eye-popping ultra-violence in no time.

Developed by Grasshopper Manufacture, No More Heroes 3 will release on October 14^th for the PS4™ system, and PS5™, and will be supported with Smart Delivery on the Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S across Europe and Australia. The title has been rated ACB MA 15+.

For more information regarding Marvelous Europe head over to the official website, Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.

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About Marvelous Europe:
Founded in April 2012, Marvelous Europe Limited is the European arm of Marvelous Inc. a publicly listed entertainment company based in Tokyo. Marvelous is both a game developer and publisher having released popular PC and console titles including Story of Seasons and Rune Factory, in addition to third-party acquisitions such as Granblue Fantasy Versus and Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin. 

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

Star-studded WWE® 2K22 The Whole Dam Pack Brings the Noise

Machine Gun Kelly, Logan Paul, and Rob Van Dam headline final DLC Pack

Whether rocking out, creating controversy, or soaring through the sky, all eyes will be on you with WWE® 2K22’s The Whole Dam Pack, available today. The fifth and final DLC pack* is headlined by pop culture icon Machine Gun Kelly, social media megastar Logan Paul, and high-flying, hard-hitting WWE Hall of Famer Rob Van Dam. Also included in the pack are LA Knight, Xia Li, Commander Azeez and Sarray. All seven Superstars also come with MyFACTION EVO cards, which can be upgraded through gameplay in the MyFACTION game mode.

The Whole Dam Pack brings a pop culture flair with two charismatic guests: musician, actor, fashion icon, and WWE 2K22 Executive Soundtrack Producer Machine Gun Kelly, alongside social media dynamo, boxer, and entrepreneur Logan Paul.  Both stars have history with WWE, as MGK performed at WrestleMania XXVIII and later ran afoul of WWE Superstar Kevin Owens on Monday Night Raw, while Logan Paul teamed with The Miz to defeat Rey Mysterio and Dominik Mysterio in a match at WrestleMania 38, having previously appeared at WrestleMania 37, and on Monday Night Raw and SmackDown multiple times.

One of the most exciting stars in WWE history, Rob Van Dam made a name for himself in ECW, capturing the ECW World Championship, World Television Championship and twice winning the World Tag Team Championship. Making his way to WWE, RVD would utilize his acrobatic martial arts offense and breathtaking Five Star Frog Splash finisher to add to his title collection, becoming a WWE Champion, six-time Intercontinental Championship, four-time Hardcore Champion, European Champion, two-time World Tag Team Champion, WWE Tag Team Champion, Money in the Bank winner, and WWE Hall of Famer.

Rounding out the pack and making their WWE 2K franchise debuts are the loud-mouthed LA Knight, WWE’s first-ever female Chinese Superstar Xia Li, the towering Commander Azeez and the carefree “Warrior of the Sun” Sarray.

The Whole Dam Pack is available for individual purchase, while the full set of DLC packs is included with the Season Pass, Deluxe Edition, and nWo 4-Life Digital Edition of WWE 2K22.

WWE 2K22 is available now. For more information on WWE 2K22, visit the game’s official website, become a fan on Facebook, follow the game on Twitter and Instagram using the hashtag #WWE2K22 or subscribe on YouTube.

Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

* The Whole Dam Pack is included with the Deluxe Edition and nWo 4-Life Digital Edition of WWE 2K22 and is included as part of the WWE 2K22 Season Pass. Also available for individual purchase. Base game required.

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Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale, a Comedic Indie Adventure Chock-full of Dark Mysteries Heads to PC via Steam in Summer 2023

Quillo Games Debut Title to be Publisher Happinet’s First Worldwide Release Under Happinet Indie Collection Label; Players Invited to Experience the Demo and Animated Short Available Now

TOKYO – July 19, 2022 – Publisher Happinet is pleased to announce that it has partnered with Indie developer, Quillo Games to release Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale for PC (via Steam) in Summer 2023. Currently in development, the whimsical adventure game is the debut title for the company’s new label, “Happinet Indie Collection”. Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale focuses on Mai, a young girl trapped in a colorful fantasy world as she uncovers secrets from the dark world of her memories. Fortunately, while Mai is the sole human, she is not alone. A cast of hilarious animal companions will be at her side to fight darkness and teach her: No obstacle is too great if they stand together!

Adventurers can experience a first-look at the this story-rich and heartfelt tale and learn the origins of Mai’s journey by playing the free demo for Apopia: Prologue on Steam, today! Player feedback is highly encouraged and will be considered for inclusion in the upcoming full game Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale. In addition, Quillo Games has created Apopia: The Broken Crown, an animated short film telling the backstory of how Moly, the former princess of Yogurt, lost her crown before meeting Mai. Both the playable demo and animated short are available in English, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese languages.

Apocalypse x Utopia = Apopia

Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale tells a tale about overcoming apocalypse and seeking utopia. An apocalypse can come in many forms, and Mai will have to conquer the darkness within her accept her true identity before she can find her utopia. Taking on the role of multiple characters, the story is presented in vivid hand-drawn animations and gameplay that features exploration, puzzles, minigames, and defeating enemies not by fighting, but by wit!

Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale key features:

• Two Worlds, One Game— Players will solve physical challenges in the colorful Fantasy World and face psychological obstacles in the Dark World which provide distinct experiences in each.
• Story-rich with Positive Themes—Brimming with rich symbolism and metaphor – Apopia strives to encourage players to look at things from different perspectives, focusing on themes of humanity, companionship, and discovery of self-identity. 
• Multiple Playable Characters— Play as Mai, trouble-making cat, Nico, rabbit caretaker Moly, and other characters with quirky personalities, each with their own unique ability. Characters will also work as a team to solve problems.
• Replayable Mini-games and Puzzles—Defeat enemies and solve problems via a variety of devious puzzles and clever mini-games that include quick time events, running, sneaking, dodging, flying, swinging, and more! Further difficulties will be unlocked in Minigame Mode after completion.
• Secrets to Unveil— Secrets and encoded messages are hidden throughout the game which would hint the deeper understanding of the lore.

To be released by Happinet Indie Collection label, and developed by Quillo Games, Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale is scheduled to launch on Steam in Summer 2023 in English with additional language support for Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, French, German, Russian, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese languages.

For more information on Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale, please visit the official website. Keep up with the latest news from Quillo Games by following them on Instagram @ApopiaGame and Twitter @ApopiaWorld.

About Happinet
Happinet is a Japanese comprehensive entertainment trading company that boasts either top or near-top market share in each of its four main businesses: toys; visual and music; video games; and amusements.

About Quillo Games

Quillo Games is a passionate independent development studio comprised of two childhood friends. Co-founders Andy (Art Lead) and Ricky (Programming Lead) have always loved playing story-rich games. For Quillo Games, the story, the characters, and themes it tackles lie at the heart of artistic expression and allows developers to share experiences with audiences not possible in more traditional action-focused genres. Apopia: Sugar Coated Tale is Quillo Games’ debut title and the team is excited to share its very first adventure, full of mystery, metaphor and a surprising fantasy world.

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Experience the fastest anti-gravity racing game in the universe at home and on the go with tons of tracks, vehicles, full career mode and competitive multiplayer

TORINO, Italy – July 19, 2022 – 34BigThings and Saber Interactive have launched Redout 2, the supercharged sequel to the famed anti-gravity racer, on Nintendo Switch. Players can grab the standard version of the game or its Deluxe Edition, which includes the base game plus the Season Pass featuring two future DLC packs with new locations, career events, rewards and more at a discount.

Redout 2 is the most ambitious game in the series yet, with higher speeds, more tracks and deeper customization than ever before. Strafe, tilt and boost your customizable hovership through dozens of mind-bending, jaw-dropping courses in a variety of game modes, including an expansive single-player campaign plus competitive online multiplayer for up to six players on Nintendo Switch.

Key Features:

• Pure Speed & Control: With blazing-fast speeds of over 1,000 km/h and an intuitive driving system, Redout 2 is a blast to pick up and play, but truly rewarding for those who can master it.
• Extensive Career Mode: Fly through hundreds of events across 36 unique racetracks – all of which are reversible! From Arena Races and Time Attacks to Last Man Standing and intense Boss Races, zoom past the competition and dominate the finish line.
• Competitive Multiplayer: Take on rivals in intense online multiplayer. Dive into fresh challenges with regularly added custom content and seasons featuring bonus rewards.
• Comprehensive Customization: Choose from 12 distinct chassis and fully customize your hovership with an incredible selection of propulsors, stabilizers, rudders, intercoolers, flaps, magnets, wings, spoilers, rocket engines, paints and more!
• Experience a futuristic soundtrack from leading electronic artists like the legendary Giorgio Moroder and acclaimed talents such as Zardonic and Dance with the Dead, with music seamlessly and dynamically mixed based on real-time race data.
• Create and share your best high-speed moments with Redout 2’s Photo Mode.
• A host of post-launch content including ranked seasons and two future DLC packs means the action never slows down.

Redout 2 is also available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. For more information, visit the official Redout 2 website, and keep up with the latest updates on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Discord.

About 34BigThings

Established in 2013, 34BigThings is a leading Italian developer for premium games across PC, console, and mobile devices which uses cutting-edge technology to create innovative, genre-defining games that receive critical acclaim and capture the imagination of gamers around the world. The studio has released over 10 premium games topping charts on most gaming platforms. 34BigThings joined Saber Interactive in November 2020. For more information, visit www.34BigThings.com, and follow the studio on Twitter.

About Saber Interactive

An Embracer Group company headquartered in the U.S., Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 22 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, World War Z, SnowRunner, Evil Dead: The Game and A Quiet Place. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with AAA publishers, producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others.