World Premiere of the first cRPG based in the renowned universe announced at the Warhammer Skulls Showcase! Founder’s packs are available from today.

Nicosia, Cyprus – 1 June 2022. Award-winning studio Owlcat Games is thrilled to announce Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader – the first classic roleplaying game with turn-based combat in the legendary grim darkness of the far future of Warhammer 40,000, produced in close collaboration with Games Workshop to be released on PC and consoles. The World Premiere, including the first glimpse of gameplay, was announced at the Warhammer Skulls Showcase as part of the festival of video games. Players that are eager to get their hands on the early version of the game and contribute to the development can obtain exclusive Founder’s Packs that are available from Owlcat Studio’s website starting today.

Players will take on the role of a Rogue Trader, a scion of an ancient dynasty of daring privateers, that reign over their own merchant empire and explore the fringes of Imperial space  with the blessing of the Emperor Himself. Thanks to their Warrant of Trade – the Rogue Trader is endowed with privileges and power beyond imagination as well as the task of expanding the borders of the Imperium. At their disposal is a gargantuan voidship of immense strength and innumerable personnel ready to follow any undertakings of the leader. Show your subjects mercy or disdain, stay faithful to the Emperor or consort with enemies of Mankind – every decision and every act of the Rogue Trader sends ripples throughout entire star systems, changing the in-game world and those who inhabit it.

The action will unfold in the Koronus Expanse, a dangerous and unexplored region on the far frontiers of the Imperium of Man. Many explorers have fallen victim to this dangerous place and never returned.

Remarkable and sophisticated companions are one of the pillars of cRPGs and Rogue Trader is no exception. A mighty Space Marine, a mercurial Aeldari Ranger, or even a courageous Sister of Battle armed with bolter and ardent prayers are just a few of the many characters that will join the Rogue Trader during your adventures.

“We’re really excited to open a new chapter in Owlcat Games history. Working on such a remarkable universe as Warhammer 40,000 is a great honour but also a responsibility and challenge for us as a team.
The grim darkness of the 41st millennium is a harsh place of unbound evil, untold sacrifices and large-scale threats and challenges that perfectly transitions into an exciting roleplaying narrative that allows an exceptional freedom of in-game choice for the player,” said Oleg Shpilchevsky, Head of Owlcat Games. “We endeavor to bring to the game everything that fans of the cRPG genre love and expect: fateful decisions, non-linear stories, strong and diverse companion cast together with addictive and complex gaming systems to master.”

Starting today, fans can support the game and purchase one of the Founder’s Packs and become a part of the team behind Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader. Those who decide to support the developers early will gain access to the Alpha and Beta versions of the game, help the team to shape the experience with their feedback, and receive a set of unique rewards and items available only to early supporters.
The Founder’s Packs are available via owlcat.games’ website. 

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About Owlcat Games
Owlcat Games is a team of developers united by a love of RPGs. From our beginnings as a small group of games industry veterans obsessed with the idea of making our dream games a reality, we have grown into a truly international company, with our headquarters in Cyprus and more than 120 employees spread across offices in various countries. We are continuing to expand and take on new hires from around the world, and we also get together every week to play tabletop games in the office and on Roll20 online.

About Games Workshop
 
Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer Age of Sigmar and Warhammer 40,000 games, miniatures, novels and model kits through more than 523 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop or Warhammer), its own web store, and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. More information about Games Workshop and its other, related, brands and product ranges (including its publishing division ‘Black Library’ and its special resin miniatures studio ‘Forge World’) can be found at www.games-workshop.com
 
 Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader © Copyright Games Workshop Limited 2022. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader, the Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader logo, GW, Games Workshop, Space Marine, 40K, Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000, 40,000, the ‘Aquila’ Double-headed Eagle logo, and all associated logos, illustrations, images, names, creatures, races, vehicles, locations, weapons, characters, and the distinctive likeness thereof, are either ® or TM, and/or © Games Workshop Limited, variably registered around the world, and used under licence. All rights reserved to their respective owners.

GOG with classic game and goodies giveaway on Warhammer Skulls

Claim your goodie pack with a classic game, merch discount, and more • Expand your Warhammer games collection with deals up to -90%• 

June 1st, 2022 – As June approaches, by the Emperor’s will all Warhammer fans come together to celebrate the annual Warhammer Skulls video games festival. This year GOG once again combined forces with Games Workshop to offer a special giveaway, and deals up to 90% off on games from the Warhammer franchise!

WATCH THE EVENT VIDEO on Twitch

Visit the dedicated Warhammer Skulls page to claim the free Warhammer Skulls Digital Goodie Pack that includes:

• A classic Warhammer 40,000: Chaos Gate strategy game
• A Warhammer: Mark of Chaos – The Collected Concept Art album in PDF
• A batch of cool Warhammer Skulls and Necromunda: Hired Gun wallpapers
• A download of “Reap & Sow”, an adventure for Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Soulbound in PDF, and a discount code on Warhammer rulebooks at Cubicle 7
• A discount code for the official Warhammer sticker and card collection from Panini
• A discount code for the Warhammer collection in the Koyo Store
• A discount code for Warhammer Art
• A discount code for Warhammer merch

To accompany the Warhammer Skulls event, GOG is running a sale on games from the franchise including deals for titles like Necromunda: Hired Gun (-50%), Warhammer: Mark of Chaos – Gold Edition (-50%), Warhammer: Chaosbane – Slayer Edition (-75%), Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus – Omnissiah Edition (-80%) and many more.

For those who feel the urge for more Warhammer content, you can take the Warhammer Skulls personality test and check which army you belong to, and read GOG’s blog post about the captivating worlds of Warhammer.

Warhammer Skulls Digital Goodie Pack and the sale on Warhammer games on GOG run until June 8th, at 5 PM UTC.

TORONTO, ONTARIO – June 1, 2022 – Are you a thrill-seeking mercenary looking to upgrade your combat prowess and high flying lifestyle?? Are you an enhanced operative looking for a bigger cause paycheck? If your ideal travel plans involve jet-powered gliders and military-grade hoverboards, we welcome you to the lucrative opportunities that await in LEAP! Join our Early Access venture today and we’ll grant all new contractors access to four exosuit types – Pathfinder, Titan, Wraith, and Tech Ops – each with plenty of enhanced weaponry and special abilities to ensure glorious wins and massive payouts. 
 
Curious about LEAP on-the-job experience? Check out the action from the perspective of some of of our finest mercenaries in this video:

Massive contract bonuses await for those who achieve kills across four battlefields. Be sure to upgrade to the latest in equipment, armament, and vehicles to garner top dollar contracts and show the competition you mean big, deadly business. During our Early Access venture, select between Competitive PVP in an all out fight against opposing mercenaries to capture control points or squad up in Special Operations with three other assassins to survive relentless waves of AI-controlled cyborg soldiers, robot war machines, and more.

Call in orbital strikes, set up automated turrets, or control guided cruise missiles with exosuits armed to the teeth. Large-scale combat takes place in a variety of environments and skilled mercenaries will use jetpacks and grappling hooks for optimal vertical positioning and highly distinctive Personal Vehicles to close the distance on control points and active firefights. 

Nothing is more menacing than a LEAP mercenary saddled on a robo-moose galloping at full speed – JOIN US TODAY! 

LEAP is available now on Steam Early Access for $25.49 (15% discount), or mercenaries are invited to become a founder by purchasing the founders pack ($19.99) that will only be available during early access and includes custom skins, contract bonuses, keychains and more. 

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ABOUT BLUE ISLE STUDIOS: 
Founded in 2010, Blue Isle Studios is an independent video game developer and publisher located in the heart of downtown Toronto, Canada. Led by industry veterans Alex Tintor and Brenden Frank, Blue Isle has established itself as one of gaming’s most exciting developers, creating iconic titles that have sold millions of copies worldwide. A small yet passionate group of artists, designers and programmers, Blue Isle works to build captivating virtual worlds, delivering the best gaming experience possible no matter the genre. www.blueislestudios.com.

FarmCon, GIANTS Software’s annual community event, takes place from July 21st to July 24th: The publisher and developer of the acclaimed Farming Simulator series kicks off FarmCon 22 with an international live-stream on the company’s official Twitch channel on Thursday, before the multi-day event invites fans to visit the John Deere Forum in Mannheim, Germany on the weekend.

Live-Streaming Exciting Announcements & Teasers
Each day, from July 21st to July 24th, GIANTS will stream for a couple of hours. 
The kick-off stream on Thursday is scheduled to start at 8pm CEST with rebroadcasts available to provide coverage for multiple time zones. On Saturday, the stream is scheduled to start at 10am CEST.

Viewers should expect some exciting news and announcements for Farming Simulator 22. The community team of GIANTS Software will also provide a look behind the scenes of the event, answer questions from fans and talk to guests about various game-related topics.

In-Depth Information & Presentations 
Fans looking for more interaction, in-depth information and meeting GIANTS Software staff, should visit FarmCon 22 at the John Deere Forum in Mannheim – tickets are available now, a free gift-bag is included. GIANTS employees from all four international offices will be around, offering fans the opportunity to talk to them in person.

“We continue our long tradition of meeting dedicated Farming Simulator fans in person”, comments GIANTS Software CEO Christian Ammann in excitement of the upcoming FarmCon 22. “This year, FarmCom will be a hybrid event to celebrate with as many members of the Farming Simulator community as possible.”

FarmCon is the official and annual community event for modders, developers and players of the Farming Simulator series. Since 2016, fans have met at FarmCon to chat with GIANTS Software and like-minded players. For more information, please visit the official 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.

Mobile Gaming Controller Innovators to Lead Explosive Trend of Cloud Gaming Services like Xbox Game Pass With New Gamevice 2022 Product Line for iOS and Android Devices 

SIMI VALLEY, CA – MAY 31, 2022 – Gamevice, the industry-leading, mobile gaming peripheral manufacturer, announced today Gamevice for iPad, the first product stemming from its new focus on products for the cloud gaming sector is available now on Gamevice.com and Amazon. With cloud gaming’s popularity projected to grow by $5 billion in 2023*, Gamevice for iPad is designed to deliver a seamless console experience when playing Xbox Game Pass titles on mobile devices. The first released product from the 2022 lineup, is the  Gamevice for iPad, it brings unparalleled control and comfort to gamers playing their favorite AAA titles on the iPad. Having formerly partnered with Razer for the distribution of the Kishi Mobile Gaming Controllers, Gamevice has now sold more than one million units of its award-winning gaming controllers. 
 
Gamevice is an Official Xbox Certified hardware accessory partner and all Gamevice products will come with a free one month subscription to Xbox Game Pass. 

Gamevice has also released an updated iOS and Android controller to fit the newest iPhone 13 and Samsung S22 smart phones. Gamevice for iOS and Gamevice for Android securely attach to iOS and Android phones creating an amazing console-like gaming experience in the palm of your hands with collapsible portability for gaming on the go. Gamevice for iOS and Gamevice for Android are available now on Gamevice.com and Amazon. 

Watch the Gamevice For iPad launch trailer

“Since 2015, Gamevice has led the industry in creation and distribution of mobile controllers and peripherals. With the launch of Gamevice for iPad and the latest versions Gamevice for iOS and Gamevice for Android, we continue to pave the way for mobile gamers to experience all that gaming has to offer with console quality controls on mobile,” said, Gamevice CEO, Phillip Hyun. “As we look to the future, we continue to expand with the ever-evolving gaming and telecom industries. With the 5G rollout and Play Anywhere initiatives, we continue to meet the demands of mobile gamers with our dynamic product line.” 
 
The brand new Gamevice for iPad will feature the high-quality feel of your favorite console controls, with compatibility for Lightning-based mobile iOS devices with larger screens including the iPad (5th-9th gen versions), iPad Air 2 and iPad Air 3, the iPad Pro 9.7-inch and iPad Pro 10.5-inch. Gamevice for iPad levels up the mobile console experience via cloud gaming with support from Xbox Game Pass, GeForce Now, Apple Arcade, Luna, and Stadia. Gamevice has also revamped its Gamevice Live App to help players get access to hundreds of games through the app. 
 
Gamevice for iPad is available now (Gamevice.com and Amazon) for ($99.95). Gamevice for iOS for ($79.95) and Gamevice for Android for ($59.95) are also available now (Amazon and Gamevice.com). More Gamevice product reveal announcements will be coming in 2022.

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ABOUT GAMEVICE
Transforming the Apple iPad, iPad mini, iPhone, and iPad Pro’s, into a full-fledged portable gaming platform with real, console quality controls. Gamevice is a lightning and usbc connected attachable controller offering the lowest latency possible of any controller on the market. This MFi certified (Made for iOS devices) dual analog stick controller easily snaps onto the Apple iPhone X, 8 and 8 Plus, 7 and 7 Plus, 6s and 6s Plus, iPad Air, iPad mini, and iPad Pros, to deliver true, fully functional hardware gaming controls.

More than just a controller, Gamevice is an entertainment hub that transcends the boundaries of play, bringing video games, drones and toy control to a mobile device. Mobile gamers and gadget gurus no longer have to deal with the limitations of a touchscreen as Gamevice delivers controls on par with consoles or high-end remotes. From modern console classics like Capcom’s Street Fighter IV to Mojang’s omni-platform Minecraft, there are more than 1,000 Gamevice compatible games. Weighing in at less than a pound, Gamevice was engineered specifically to enhance gaming by providing console level controls and inputs, exceptional ergonomics creating the ultimate mobile gaming experience. 

This month, we’re finally taking a trip to K-Town. Explore the city of Seoul with Habbo!

Helsinki, Finland – June 1st 2022 – Sulake, part of the digital entertainment and media platform Azerion, announced that Habbo’s June theme will be South Korea! New furniture items include traditional Korean dishes, K-Pop idol outfits and fan culture merchandise. The event also includes a new location, the Seoul Apartments, which is the perfect place to learn about the South Korean culture and lifestyle. 

Additionally, as June is Pride month, there will also be new items in Habbo’s Pride collection for Pride month, the long-awaited Rainbow Pillow LTD, which will be available at the end of the month.

Alongside new furnis and items, the June update comes with 2 new random Boxes; the Idol Fanclub Box and the Idol Beauty Box. The Idol Fanclub box is the perfect way to enter the fandom, with lightsticks, vinyl, postcards and even clothing inspired by K-Pop idols. The Idol Beauty Box shows off the depth of Korean skincare and cosmetics, while also offering K-Pop inspired clothing items.

Check out the graphics for full details!

For more information about this cultural journey, visit www.habbo.com.

About Habbo and Sulake

Sulake is a social entertainment company focused on providing a safe and fun online service for self-expression through its games, Habbo and Hotel Hideaway. Sulake was founded in 2000 by a small team of passionate people and now after 21 years, Habbo is still one of the largest virtual communities in the world, reaching players all over the world each month. With paying customers in over 150 countries and approximately 600 thousand active users a month, Habbo continues to be a hugely popular and globally recognised brand.

Sulake’s mission is to enable its users to meet new people, make friends and give them a place to create and share their user-generated content in fun virtual surroundings. Sulake is a leader in ensuring online safety for children and was acquired in 2020 by Dutch digital entertainment and media platform Azerion. www.sulake.com

by Megan Spurr, Community Lead, Xbox Game Pass

If you’re looking for some games to play while you wait for the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase coming up (subtle plug – 10 a.m. PT on June 12, tune in at twitch.com/xbox!), I may have one or two or six suggestions for you to choose from. If you want to explore the past, space, or being a ninja – which was everything I ever wanted in my childhood – we’ve got the games for you. Let’s take a peek at what’s coming in the next two weeks.

Coming Soon

For Honor: Marching Fire Edition (Cloud, Console, and PC) – June 1
Dive into Arcade Mode, an endless PvE experience playable solo or with friends. Defend or attack a castle in Breach, a strategic 4v4 PvP mode. You’ll have access to unique, customizable Heroes across four factions, including the Wu Lin faction, giving you even more choices in how to take to the battlefield!

Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection (Console and PC) – June 2
Enjoy three games from the Ninja Gaiden series in this one title. All of the previously released game modes and DLC costumes for each title are included in this one set. In addition to Ryu Hayabusa, each of the other characters also have many different costumes to choose from, allowing you to enjoy action packed battles in whichever outfit you prefer.

Assassin’s Creed Origins (Cloud, Console and PC) – June 7
Set in mysterious Ancient Egypt, Assassin’s Creed Origins is a new beginning. Explore the Great Pyramids, sail down the Nile, and unveil dark secrets as you discover the founding of the Assassin’s Brotherhood.

Chorus (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox – June 7
Take control of Nara on a quest to destroy the dark cult that created her. Unlock devastating weapons & mind-bending abilities in this evolution of the space-combat shooter. Along with Forsaken, her sentient starfighter, explore ancient temples, engage in zero-g combat and venture beyond waking reality.

Disc Room (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox – June 7
The year is 2089 and a giant disc has appeared in orbit of Jupiter. Step into the oversized space suit of a brave scientist and explore this sprawling intergalactic slaughterhouse. Don’t be afraid to die a little, your next run is just a button press away. 

Spacelines from the Far Out (Console and PC) ID@Xbox – June 7
Available on day one with Game Pass: Spacelines from the Far Out is a ‘roguelike-like’ co-op management game about airlines in space, featuring unlockable spaceships, upgrades, characters and customizations, randomly-generated challenges, trips and itineraries, with a generous serving of 60s space-age flair and jazz!

Ubisoft Games in the Xbox App for PC

Since the launch of Rainbow Six: Extraction and Rainbow Six: Siege with PC Game Pass earlier this year, we have made improvements to the Xbox app on PC to make it easier to search for and install Ubisoft games via Ubisoft Connect. That means you’ll be able to search, install, and jump right into For Honor: Marching Fire Edition and Assassin’s Creed Origins when they are added to the PC library.

For more information on accessing Ubisoft games with PC Game Pass or to get a head start on connecting your Game Pass account with Ubisoft Connect, visit Ubisoft’s Help page to learn more.

DLC / Game Updates

Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition – Knights of the Mediterranean DLC – Available now
Game Pass members save up to 10%! Experience the Italy and Malta civilizations in Age of Empires III: Definitive Edition, including the brand new, casual friendly Tycoon Game Mode, and the first ever set of Historical Maps, which bring endless replayability with a historical twist. Learn more here.

Microsoft Flights Simulator – Top Gun: Maverick Expansion – Available now
Take your skills to stratospheric heights with the free Top Gun: Maverick Expansion, available now in Microsoft Flight Simulator! This expansion, created in partnership with the “Top Gun: Maverick” film and Paramount Pictures, will push your piloting abilities to the limits and beyond! Learn more here.

No Man’s Sky: Leviathan Expedition – Available now
The 7th No Man’s Sky expedition, Leviathan, finds Travellers trapped in a time-loop curse suspected to trace back to a near-mythical space creature. Join the community effort to help recover memory fragments, lost remnants of previous loops, and liberate the universe in this unique rogue-like survival adventure. Jam-packed with rewards, including the WhaleStalker Cloak, Temporal Starship Trail and, the ultimate prize, the Leviathan itself, an imposing living frigate to add to your fleet. Learn more here.

Sea of Thieves: Lost Sands Adventure – Available until June 9
Restoration or ruin – you decide! Side with either Merrick or the Servant of the Flame to determine the future of Golden Sands Outpost in ‘Lost Sands’, Sea of Thieves’ fourth time-limited Adventure running from May 26 to June 9! Learn more here.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks

Assassin’s Creed Origins: Deluxe Pack – June 7
Upgrade your game experience with the Deluxe Pack as you discover the origins of the Assassin’s Brotherhood. The Deluxe Pack includes: The Ambush at Sea mission, The Desert Cobra pack (including one outfit, two legendary weapons, one legendary shield, and one mount) and three Ability points.

Madden NFL 22: MUT MVP Bundle – Available now
Score Madden NFL 22 Ultimate Team MVP content including a Mahomes or Brady Elite Item and 11 Team Fantasy Packs with the MUT MVP Bundle.

Eternal Return: Skins and Boosts Premium Bundle – Available now
More skins to make your characters look even cooler! What’s not to love? Unlock A-Coin and XP Boosts and 3 skins: Midnight Shinobi Yuki, Champion Jan and Magnolia Oracle Hyejin! Everything you need to leave your mark on Lumia Island!

Smite: Slipknot Starter Pass – Available now
Unlock the Gods for Slipknot! Claim your Slipknot Starter Pass including Poseidon, Chaac, Raijin, and more! Learn more here.

Leaving June 15

The following games are leaving the Game Pass library soon. As always, this is your time to show them some love before they go! Remember, this doesn’t have to be goodbye as you can save up to 20% on your purchase to keep them in your library!

• Darkest Dungeon (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Greedfall (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Limbo (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Worms Rumble (Cloud, Console, and PC)

We’re not done for June, so keep an eye on The Wire or PC and Xbox Game Pass Twitter and Instagram for more games, more release dates, and possibly a few surprises now and again.