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Industry veterans from Focus home and Arkane announce new studio and Unreal 5 game

Specialists in Animation, Visual Effects, Cinema and Video Games are Joining Forces to Create ZeDrimeTim Studio’s First Project to be Released on PC & Consoles: Darwin’s Paradox

Paris, France, June 7,  2022. Bringing recognized video game professionals such as Romuald Capron, former studio director of Arkane Lyon (Deathloop, Dishonored), Cédric Lagarrigue, founder and former CEO of Focus Home Interactive publishing, together with two talents, Mika Tanguy and Gilles Aujard, from the world of visual effects in cinema and animation, ZeDrimeTim aims to bridge animated feature films and video games proficiencies.

Darwin’s Paradox is a platformer and adventure game for PC & console. “It draws its influences from the standards of the genre lead by Playdead studios (Inside, Limbo) or Tarsier Studios (Little Nightmares), and by bringing a new proposal filled with humour, and influenced by the Golden Age of the 1950s science fiction and today’s 3D animation feature films. Developed in the new Unreal Engine 5, it will be released on PC and consoles in 2024.”

Mika Tanguy, general manager of ZeDrimeTim, who has supervised visual effects of many films and collaborated with the greatest directors, comments: “Feature films and animation are increasingly using video game tools such as Unreal Engine. ZeDrimeTim studio’s goal is unique and original: it brings movie and animation artists, together with video game talents around authentic productions »

Romuald Capron, ex-studio director of Arkane Lyon is part of this adventure as associate and executive producer: “After an already quite full career in video games, I wanted to get involved in a project on a human scale. I was immediately attracted by the art direction and gameplay mechanics of Darwin’s Paradox and I’m really excited to help the team at ZeDrimeTim, to turn that vision into a game with a strong identity.”

Cédric Lagarrigue, founder of the publisher Focus Home Interactive, which he managed for twenty years: “I have had the good fortune in my career to discover and support studios and their games which, despite their limited budgets, became great hits. Darwin’s Paradox has the ingredients that falls into this category. The excellent playable prototype and the positioning of the studio convinced me to invest in the project and accompany the team in this exciting adventure”

Fundraising was carried out to allow the young studio to benefit from the financial base needed for the pre-production and production phases, for the launch of Darwin’s Paradox. This fundraising brought together the four partners, business angels from the Entertainment, Videogame and Finance industries as well as Bpifrance, the French Sovereign Fund.

Darwin’s Paradox, developed by the Zedrimetim studio on Unreal Engine 5, will be released on PC and consoles in 2024.
 
About ZeDrimeTim
Founded by Gilles Aujard, Mika Tanguy and Cédric Lagarrigue in May 2022, ZeDrimeTim is a video game studio based in Paris, France. ZeDrimeTim’s positioning is unique and original : it brings talents from feature films, animation  and video games together, around original productions for PC & console platforms.

The studio’s first game: Darwin’s Paradox, will be released on PC, Playstation 5 and Xbox Series in early 2024.

WWE 2K22 – Stand Back Pack, DLC 3 Available Now

DLC Pack #3 headlined by The Hurricane and Stacy Keibler

Have no fear, citizen. The Stand Back Pack is set to land in WWE® 2K22 today. The third DLC pack* is headlined by masked hero The Hurricane, a former WWE Cruiserweight Champion, two-time World Tag Team Champion, European Champion, WWE Hardcore Champion, WCW Hardcore Champion, and WCW Cruiserweight Champion. The Hurricane arrives alongside three Superstars making their WWE 2K franchise debuts: Fan-favourite Stacy Keibler, Spanish phenom A-Kid, and two-time NXT Tag Team Champion Wes Lee. All four Superstars also come with MyFACTION EVO cards, which can be upgraded through gameplay in the MyFACTION game mode.

In addition to the aforementioned Superstars, the Stand Back Pack also includes a Booker T EVO card, Sapphire Seth Rollins card – featuring an alternate attire – and four gold Contracts, all for use in MyFACTION.

Two more DLC packs will be available in the months ahead. Post-launch content packs are available for individual purchase, while the full set of 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 Stand Back 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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Bonuses on Illicit Activities in Red Dead Online: Rewards for Moonshiners, Boosts on Blood Money Contracts, Free Community Outfit and More

Moonshiners Earn Extra for Satisfying Local Thirst Discounts on Getting into the Moonshine Trade, Plus 2X RDO$ and XP on all Moonshine Sales, 3X RDO$ and XP on Moonshiner Story Missions, and More

The Revenue Agents want to crack down on the movement of illicit swill, leading to a surge in demand for the hard stuff. In addition to discounts on the Moonshine Shack and the Bar Expansion, there’s serious money to be made bootlegging and keeping the supply flowing, including:

  • 2X RDO$ and XP on all Moonshine Sales
  • 3X RDO$ and XP on Moonshiner Story Missions

In addition, there are a selection of bonuses for enterprising Moonshiners — more on that below.

Double RDO$, XP, and Gold on Blood Money Contracts

Not everyone you meet in the West is on the side of the law, good, and all that’s right in the world. Blood Money Contracts are multi-part missions exploring the criminal underworld and its denizens.

Once you meet with underboss Guido Martelli and make inroads with outlaws, set a course to meet with his associates Anthony Foreman, James Langton, Sean Macguire, or Joe to launch Blood Money Contracts. Completing The Railroad Contract, The Jeb Phelps Contract, The Bluewater Contract, The Dockside Contract, The Saloons Contract, or The Cornwall Contract will earn you Double Rewards.

Also, make sure to rifle through the pockets of your fallen foes and loot chests along the way to find more Capitale than usual.

Free Roam Bonuses

Take on Free Roam Missions and Free Roam Events while you’re out and about on your travels with your Posse. Both are paying out a 50% RDO$ and XP bonus for completing them while part of a Posse.

Free Community Outfit and Returning Limited-Time Clothing

Cut an elegant figure this month by assembling the following ensemble shared by Redditor Tareeky from the Red Dead Fashion subreddit. Simply log in each week this month to receive:

  • June 7 – 13: Drifter Hat and Narrow Neckerchief
  • June 14 – 20: French Dress Shirt (male) / Iniesta Shirtwaist (female) and Opulent Vest
  • June 21 – 27: Tuxedo Pants (male) / McCrum Pants (female) and Preacher’s Pride Boots
  • June 28 – July 4: Shotgun Coat and Embossed Gunslinger Gun Belt

If you’re in the market for other styles, local Tailors and the Wheeler, Rawson & Co. Catalogue are temporarily re-stocking the Strickland Boots, Carver Pants, Charro Jacket, and Plaid Cap.

Double XP on Featured Series and More
Competitors who shoot and blast their way through each week’s Featured Series will earn Double XP, all month long. All Rewards and Offers will be delivered within 72 hours of completion.

June 7 – June 13: Hardcore New Austin Series

  • Destroy 5 Revenue Agent Blockades to receive a bonus of RDO$100

June 14 – June 20: Hardcore Pro Series

  • Escort Jessica LeClerk on her rendezvous with Amos Lancing and complete the Story Mission “Destroyed by Grief” to receive an Offer for 5 Gold Bars off any Moonshiner Bar Décor Upgrade

June 21 – June 27: Hardcore Public Enemy Series

  • Moonshiners who have reached Rank 20 and complete a Moonshiner Sale this week will receive an Offer for 40% off an Established or Distinguished Moonshiner Role Item

June 28 – July 4: Hardcore Saint Denis Series

  • Moonshiners of Rank 5 or higher will receive an Offer for 40% off select Coats

Enter and win three matches of any week’s Featured Series before July 4 and you’ll receive a select colorway of the Gator Hat. Moonshiners who complete 5 Sales throughout the course of any single week this month will receive a select colorway of the Manteca Hat. Outlaws who complete 2 Blood Money Crimes and 2 Blood Money Opportunities in a single week will get a pair of Lui Shoes in a select colorway.

Discounts:

The uptick in demand for Moonshine is leading to a glut of deals for those looking to satisfy that thirst. Aspiring bootleggers can take 5 Gold Bars off the cost of the Moonshine Shack, and existing Moonshine Shacks can be relocated for 50% off. The price of Mash for the stills is 30% off, while Bar Expansions cost 40% less than usual. And don’t forget to spruce up your décor: all Bar Photos are 50% off this month. Don an apron and a menacing scowl to match — all Moonshiner Role Outfits are 30% off.

If you’re in need of a trusty steed, pay the local Stables a visit to take 30% off the Moonshiner’s secret weapons — the Criollo and Gypsy Cob Horses.

Crack open the Wheeler, Rawson & Co. Catalogue or visit a Tailor and purchase Shirts and Corsets for 40% off and Vests for 30% off, plus 75% off The Schefield Outfit.

Players can also take 40% off the price of both the Bow and Improved Bow — also available via the Catalogue or at Gunsmiths throughout the five states.

Prime Gaming Benefits

Red Dead Online players who connect their Rockstar Games Social Club account with Prime Gaming before July 6 will receive the Gentle Wave Greet Emote, and select colorways of the Fuentes Poncho and Reaves Hat, all free of charge.

To ensure access to future benefits, make sure to visit Prime Gaming and sign up.

Check Rockstar Support for details and limitations.

Evil West Releases September 20! Get Ready for an Explosive Weird West Experience With New Trailer

Evil West Releases September 20! Get Ready for an Explosive Weird West Experience With New Trailer

PARIS June 7, 2022 Evil West, the dark fantasy, third-person action game from Focus Entertainment and Flying Wild Hog, is coming to PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC on Sept. 20, 2022! Pre-orders are available today on Steam and the Focus Entertainment Store with an exclusive cover art. Get ready for wild vampire hunting with today’s explosive trailer and exclusive new screenshots!

Jump right into frantic, gory carnage in a vampire-infested Weird Wild West as the trailer introduces gunslinger Jesse Rentier on his mission to eradicate the supernatural terror. As the star agent in his father’s undercover monster-hunting organization, his fight is also a personal war against the nightmarish leading figures in the vampire world. Take on Jesse’s role as the final line between humanity and the vampire threat, rise up to become a Wild West superhero and save the United States!

Get fired up by the explosive third-person action gameplay featuring an overpowering arsenal of weapons and guns. Take part in stylish, visceral combat as you unleash hell with your firearms, lightning-fueled gauntlet and gadgets.

Evil West releases September 20 on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Pre-orders are open on Steam and the Focus Entertainment Store with an exclusive cover art.

‘THE DARK HEART OF BALOR’ DEMO AVAILABLE DURING JUNE STEAM NEXT FEST

Test Your Skills, Might, and Magic on Your Journey To Slay Balor and His Army in This Demonic Side-Scrolling Hack and Slash Game

June 7th, 2022 — Hack and slash hordes of demons and monsters in the demo for The Dark Heart of Balor during Steam Next Fest, starting June 13th.

Archdemon Balor has unleashed hell on the human realm, allowing man’s world to be flooded by hordes of demons and monsters set on destroying everything in their path. You must protect those who are still alive and ultimately destroy Balor to close the Gate. Your quest will take you across a deadly continent of dark crypts, demon-infested wilds, and demonic rifts in the fabric of the world itself. Watch out for traps, prepare for ambushes, and try your best to outsmart puzzles on your way to end Balor’s reign of terror. The fate of the world rests on your shoulders.

Features:

  • Thrilling 3D side-scrolling hack and slash gameplay
  • An atmospheric dark fantasy world to explore
  • Unique levels with a variety of NPCs and interesting tests of player skills and movement
  • A plethora of deadly weapons and powers to unlock, melee and magical
  • An army of monsters and demons to slay
  • A robust character upgrade system to craft the hunter of your choice

Pick up The Dark Heart of Balor on PC, Xbox, Playstation, and Nintendo Switch when it releases later this year.

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About Game Artists, LLC:
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RAW FURY KICKS OFF A SUMMER OF REVEALS

RAW FURY KICKS OFF A SUMMER OF REVEALS

Starting this week, check out exclusive announcements and demos for games including Superfuse, American Arcadia, Dome Keeper, and more!

STOCKHOLM June 7, 2022 — Raw Fury is kicking off a summer full of incredible reveals from its indie developers across the globe! Starting with the Summer Game Fest on June 9, gamers will be able to catch exclusive announcements, new trailers, great deals, and some special surprises across Raw Fury’s slate of upcoming indie titles. Check out the event schedule below so you don’t miss any announcements:

Summer Game Fest: June 9 – 11 am PT / 2 pm ET / 19:00 BST
IGN Expo: June 10 – 9 am PT / 12 pm ET / 17:00 BST
Guerrilla Collective: June 11 – 8 am PT / 11 am ET / 16:00 BST
Wholesome Direct:  June 11 at 9:30 am PT / 12:30 pm ET / 17:30 BST
Future Games Show: June 11 – 12 pm PT / 3 pm ET / 20:00 BST
Shacknews E6: June 14-17 – Schedule TBA

In addition to the showcases above, Raw Fury has several playable demos this month. Out of the Blue’s ‘70s retro-futurist American Arcadia is part of this year’s TRIBECA Games Festival, running from June 8 until June 19. Those interested in playing the exclusive demo can book a screening at TRIBECA’s website. Meanwhile, Bippinbits’ roguelite mining game Dome Keeper will be part of Steam Next Fest starting June 13 through June 20, with a demo also available now on its Steam page.

Last but not least, throughout June, many of Raw Fury’s titles will be on sale as part of several collections. More information will be available throughout the month.

About Raw Fury

Raw Fury is a boutique indie (un)publisher founded in 2015 by Jonas Antonsson, Gordon Van Dyke, and David Martinez. We don’t care about genres or mechanics. We care about experiences and emotions. We want to help developers make magic. 

Drive every decision. F1 Manager 2022 races on to PC and Console on August 30

Pre-order digitally now to play five days early and receive 10% discount*

Cambridge, UK – June 7, 2022  Frontier Developments plc (AIM: FDEV, ‘Frontier’) announced today that their officially licensed Formula 1® management simulation, F1® Manager 2022, will launch on August 30 across PC, PlayStation® 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation® 4 and Xbox One. Stepping into the role of Team Principal, one of the highest-pressure roles in motorsport, players will lead their chosen team to glory in the 2022 FIA Formula One World Championship™ and beyond.

From today, players can receive 10% off the suggested retail price and take their place on the pit wall a whole five days early on August 25*, alongside the FORMULA 1 ROLEX BELGIAN GRAND PRIX 2022 weekend.

F1® fans can now grab a first look at actual in-game footage from F1® Manager 2022 through our gameplay trailer, just released.

WATCH THE GAMEPLAY TRAILER HERE

F1® Manager 2022 offers fans an unrivalled F1® experience, capturing in unprecedented detail the world of F1® and the high-octane excitement of running a team. From the paddock to the podium, players will need to manage decisions on and off the track to ensure their success, all while balancing the books and satisfying both the board and the all-important team sponsors. The team headquarters are the beating heart of any constructor, and in F1® Manager 2022 it’s no different. Aspiring Team Principals will control every aspect of their team from their state-of-the-art HQ. From scouting and investing in best-in-class staff, such as Race Engineers and the Head of Aerodynamics, to developing and assessing new car components, players will need to keep their finger on the pulse to ensure they stay ahead of the competition, both now, and for future seasons to come.

With a full roster of world-class drivers from across F1®, F2™ and F3™ to choose from, between seasons players will have the option to enlist new drivers and assemble their dream team from an authentic pool of current and future stars. Realistically replicated, each driver from the 2022 F1® line-up has been digitally captured to accurately reflect them and their driving style when out on the track. The skill, temperament and athleticism of a driver is essential to any race team. These attributes are reflected by key performance ratings, providing players with vital information on how to effectively manage their drivers during a race. Just like the real world of racing, over time drivers will retire from the sport, so it’s crucial players think ahead to ensure they’ve got a steady stream of upcoming talent in development if they want to secure their long-term motorsport legacy.

Prior to each race weekend, Team Principals will select their allocation of tyres and spare parts, as well as optional objectives from sponsors to bolster their financial position. In practice sessions, drivers will build up their track and car familiarity, reporting feedback to guide car setup ahead of the all-important qualifying session, where it will be in the hands of the player to decide when to send out their cars and maximise their grid position.

Races are shown in impressive broadcast-style visuals, with a variety of on-board and trackside camera angles bringing the action to life across all twenty two 2022 Grand Prix™ circuits. Keen eared fans might also notice the familiar tones of David Croft, Lead F1® Commentator at Sky Sports, and fellow commentator and former Formula 1® driver, Karun Chandhok, both of whom lend their iconic voices to the game. From lights out to the chequered flag, players can choose to control every decision on-track, from pit strategy to in-race driver commands. Issuing authentic team-radio commands to their drivers and using real-time data to react to dynamic race events such as changing weather, safety cars and red flags, making those crucial calls that can take them to the top step or leave them at the back of the pack.  

F1® Manager 2022 launches on August 30 on PC, PlayStation® 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation® 4 and Xbox One for a suggested retail price of £44.99/$54.99/€54.99. Players looking to get ahead of the grid will be able to pre-order the game digitally and experience F1® Manager 2022 a full five days early from August 25*. The game will also be available in physical format for PlayStation® 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation® 4 and Xbox One for a suggested retail price of £44.99/$54.99/€54.99.

*Early access and discount is exclusively available to those pre-ordering digitally. On PlayStation platforms, players must be a PlayStation Plus subscriber to receive the 10% pre-order discount.

About Frontier
Frontier is a leading independent developer and publisher of videos founded in 1994 by David Braben, co-author of the iconic Elite game. Based in Cambridge, Frontier primarily uses its proprietary COBRA game development technology to create innovative genre-leading games for personal computers and videogame consoles. As well as self-publishing internally developed games, Frontier also publishes games developed by carefully selected partner studios under its Frontier Foundry games label.

About F1 Manager 2022
Drive every decision in the officially licenced F1® Manager 2022. Players will select their team and be the boss with the full 2022 roster of drivers and key staff. As Team Principal, it’s on their shoulders to take control and compete in the world’s most prestigious motorsport, delivered with unparalleled authenticity and broadcast-quality presentation.

About F1®
Formula 1® racing began in 1950 and is the world’s most prestigious motor racing competition, as well as the world’s most popular annual sporting series. Formula One World Championship Limited is part of Formula 1® and holds the exclusive commercial rights to the FIA Formula One World Championship™.

Formula 1® is a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation (NASDAQ: LSXMA, LSXMB, LSXMK, BATRA, BATRK, FWONA, FWONK) attributed to the Formula One Group tracking stock. 

The F1 logo, F1 FORMULA 1 logo, FORMULA 1, F1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX, PADDOCK CLUB and related marks are trademarks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula 1 company. All rights reserved. 

Get Hooked on Some Cyberpunk Noir | Gamedec Gets an Official Nintendo Switch Release Date

The choice-driven, cyberpunk noir detective RPG comes to Nintendo Switch on July 1st, 2022.

7 June 2022,  Warsaw, Poland | Gamedec, the cyberpunk noir detective RPG  is coming to Nintendo Switch thanks to a partnership between developers Anshar Studios and indie publishing label Untold Tales.

Gamedec is a single-player, non-combat detective thriller set in a dystopian cyberpunk Warsaw City. The game is built around a system of highly fluid decision-making leading to very notable narrative branching.

As society escapes into totally all-consuming virtual worlds for both business and pleasure, the need to weed out (or help) all the criminals, scammers, and opportunists in these worlds requires a specialist. You are a game detective, someone who solves crimes inside these bizarre and varied virtual worlds.

Originally released on PC in 2021, the game garnered multiple awards and praise for creating a level of choice and freedom similar to actual pen and paper RPGs. 

GAME FEATURES:

Games within a game

Each virtual game world you are tasked to go into has its own set of rules and norms.  Each new case will take into a new game world with its own variety of game mechanics, creating a slew of games within the game itself. 

Be your own detective
Multiple skills and abilities allow you to be a true detective. Use your cunning to identify witnesses and suspects. Question and interrogate NPCs to gather intel and access different dialogue options depending on your choices. Use your Codex and Deduction tools to unscramble facts, pick evidence and create your theory of what you believe really happened. And when all is said and done, decide according to your own ethics and integrity.

Wildly branching narrative
Each case has multiple conclusions and it’s up to you to decide which actions to take. The consequences can be immediate, long-term, or even hidden. Morality is a thing of the past and no actions will be judged as “the bad choice”. There are no fail states on investigations, just different outcomes. Say a client hires you to uncover their blackmailer, only you discover the man paying you is just as shady. Do you follow through and expose the blackmailer or team up with them to exhort your client? Or maybe you double-cross both of them, selling the info on the black market? Your choices here can then impact what options become open or closed to you in the next cases.

You are the sum of your choices

Every game detective has a different past and backstory. Which you pick and what attributes you apply in the character creator already change the course of your story and investigations. In Gamedec the story and your character continually evolve based on your choices. Unlock a deep skill tree of traits and abilities based solely on actions you take in previous cases.

Gamedec will release on Nintendo Switch on July 1st, 2022  with a 40% off discount – 17.99 EURO / USD until the 21 July, 2022. After that, the game will be 29.99 USD / EURO. An additional 10% discount is also available to players who own any other Untold Tales published little on the Switch.

DAVE THE DIVER DEMO MAKES A SPLASH AT STEAM NEXT FEST

Players can download the free demo and attend exclusive developer livestreams

SEOUL – June 7, 2022 – As part of Steam Next Fest, which runs from June 13 to June 20, players can now dive into their first look of MINTROCKET’s upcoming marine adventure DAVE THE DIVER. After dipping their toes in this free demo, players can head over to the official developer livestreams and get behind-the-scenes insight and participate in Q&A sessions.

The demo will feature 30 minutes to an hour of gameplay that includes beautiful ocean explorations, a sushi restaurant tycoon, weapon collections and more. DAVE THE DIVER developer livestreams will air at 10 p.m. PDT on Monday, June 13 and Tuesday, June 14 on the official steam page.

DAVE THE DIVER features a variety of gameplay including:

  • Deep-sea Exploration – Players can explore the mysterious Blue Hole filled with a beautiful sea of numerous fish species and giant creatures whose ecology and topography are constantly changing.
  • Restaurant Management – After the ascent, players can make and sell special sushi dishes with the fresh ingredients they’ve caught. Successfully running the restaurant and earning money allows players to take their exploration even deeper.
  • Avoiding Lurking Danger – An unknown creature awaits players in the giant Blue Hole, making it important to upgrade equipment along the way in order to keep up defenses.

Players who miss the chance to attend the developer livestreams, can join the official DAVE THE DIVER Discord server where they can chat with the development team, provide feedback and never miss any news or upcoming events. Players can also find more details on the official website.

About MINTROCKET

MINTROCKET is a separate sub-brand of NEXON Co., Ltd. The brand aims a world where various genres and new kinds of entertainment coexist. What makes a great game? MINTROCKET thinks its answer is from the Gamers. MINTROCKET only focuses on making fun gameplay and bringing immersive gaming experiences worldwide with creative and inspiring games.

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Forge Ahead in Old School RuneScape’s Latest Mini-Quest, Giant’s Foundry 

Forge Ahead in Old School RuneScape’s Latest Mini-Quest, Giant’s Foundry 

Gain access to a new method for training the Smithing skill and learn about the history of Gielinor’s Giants 

Wednesday 8th June 2022, Cambridge, UK – Launching today, Old School RuneScape’s Smithing skill is getting a brand new method of training as players venture into Giant’s Foundry. A new area has been revealed beneath the Giants Plateau where ancient knowledge concerning the nature of the Giants lies in wait. 

Rewriting the narrative that Gielinor’s Giant population are brutes and monsters, Giant’s Foundry will lay the groundwork for understanding Giant culture as players help Kovac the Giant restore a legendary forge and create colossal weapons using their Smithing skills.  

This update adds a more interactive and accessible method of developing mastery of Smithing in the early-game with means of creating more items than ever for mid-game players. Giant’s Foundry also arrives with new skilling boosts exclusive to the desert area.  

Once the mini-quest is complete, Kovac’s reward shop will be open for business. The Smiths’ Uniform will provide a powerful bonus to the development of the entire Smithing skill. Players will also gain access to the impressive and deadly Colossal Blade.  

As with all new content introduced to Old School RuneScape, this new feature must have the backing of 75% of the community. The addition of the Sleeping Giants mini-quest featured in this update received over 90% backing from the Old School RuneScape community.  

This is members-only content, become a member now at www.oldschool.runescape.com

About Jagex 
A leader in creating deep and engaging live games on PC and mobile, Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed almost 300 million player accounts to its world and is a $1billion lifetime revenue franchise. Today the RuneScape franchise exists beyond running games in live operations; our titles are living games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds. Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly active worlds and our community-focussed development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped. Now we’re expanding and extending our portfolio with fresh franchise titles and new IP to bring life to the living games of the future. Jagex employs more than 450 people at its Cambridge headquarters. Career information can be found at www.jagex.com 

About Old School RuneScape 
Launched on desktop in 2013, and now also on mobile devices, Old School RuneScape is the industry-leading collaboration between players and developers. Embracing its nostalgic heritage, hundreds of thousands of active players control the direction of the game with an in-game polling system. Featuring adventures for solo play through to 100-player strong raids, Old School RuneScape caters for every brave adventurer. Since 2016, Old School RuneScape has established itself as a competitive game with the seasonal free-for-all Deadman Tournaments, where winners receive huge cash prizes and membership. Play now at http://oldschool.runescape.com