Collect Extra Inetrion Ore via Weekly Server Conquest Mode Activities; Convert Inetrion Ore to INETRIUM via INETRIUM Refinery
LOS ANGELES – MAR. 18, 2022 – Netmarble Corp., a leading developer and publisher of mobile games, is excited to announce the launch of A3: Still Alive’s INETRIUM Refinery, which allows players to convert the Inetrion Ore to INETRIUM, and also lets them to store INETRIUM in their MARBLEX Wallet.
While the further updates to be applied progressively, the players can enjoy the INETRIUM by exchanging in-game goods as well as freely utilizing it outside the game.It can be also converted into Netmarble’s proprietary currency, MBX in the near future.
To celebrate the latest updates, Netmarble’s collaboration event with KLAYTN is bolstering players’ anticipation. 33 players will be selected to receive 777 of KLAY via the Inetrion Ore Shop’s in-game events. Various in-game rewards are also available to players who reach level 190 and 200 in newly opened servers. Further, especially for those who link MARBLEX Wallets to their accounts, will receive a Red Diamond and 1,000 of Blue Diamond, as well as the opportunity to become one of 50 winners to win 5 KLAY. The latest updates and exclusive events can be found via Discord, and check out the overview for this month’s events HERE.
Other details regarding A3: Still Alive’s new updateinclude:
Weekly Server Activities: Every Saturday, players can directly obtain Inetrion Ore by conquering the Skad ‘Sky Isle’ and ‘Floating Island’ territories in A3: Still Alive’s Guild vs Guild PvP ‘Conquest’ mode. By winning the mode, the guilds will have the privilege to get a portion of the total Inetrion Ore from the server as a tax.
Inetrion Dungeon – By using Radienne’s Protection, players can collect Inetrion Ore in the new dungeon. There are three tiers of dungeons that offer differing rates for obtaining Inetrion Ore, which are described below:
Tier 3 – Level 190 or above players can enter, without PvP enabled
Tier 2 – Level 200 or above players can enter, with PvP enabled
Tier 1 – Only players who conquered Skad ‘Sky Isle’, and ‘Floating Island’ via the ‘Conquest’ mode can enter
Set in an apocalyptic fantasy world of swords and sorcery, A3: Still Alive is a cross-genre mobile experience that pairs the enormous and living worlds of Open-World RPGs with the extreme combat of Battle Royale. Players must be vigilant in an always-open Player vs.
Player (PvP) environment as they fight against enemies with intense hack & slash combat and prove their mettle in a variety of PvP and Player vs. Environment (PvE) modes. A3: Still Alive is beautifully rendered with splendid console-quality 3D graphics that are brought to life thanks to the outstanding optimization of the Unity Engine.
A3: Still Alive is now available as a free digital download (with in-app purchases) on Apple’s App Store and Google Play, in 172 countries around the world. The game is also available for download as an Open Beta for Windows PC via A3: Still Alive’s website.
Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a top developer and publisher pushing the boundaries of the mobile gaming experience with highly innovative games including Marvel Future Revolution, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds, Lineage 2: Revolution, The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, Blade & Soul Revolution and MARVEL Future Fight. As a parent company of Kabam, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble strives to entertain audiences around the world with a variety of mobile games based on its powerful franchises and collaborations with IP holders worldwide. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com
The Way of the Warrior update brings dozens of rewards to the sci fi online game
StarGem Inc. and Gaijin Entertainment announce the release of the major Content Update “Way of the Warrior” for the space online action Star Conflict. Players will participate in an event of the same name and fight for the key prize which is the new Jericho Kirishima fighter spaceship.
The first stage “Way of the Warrior” event has started and it will last for three months. There are dozens of missions available to the players and they are rewarded with Kirishima ship parts, useful resources, cosmetic items, and other prizes. Some of the rewards are available to all players, while Way of the Warrior Battle Pass owners will be able to get all of them. In addition, during the event, all pilots earn a special game currency called xenochips and may use it to purchase unique content.
The Kirishima spaceship is designed to carry out patrol duty and defend outposts, its task is to delay the advance of the enemy and provide allied ships with cover. It is equipped with a force shield, a mine-setter and an energy absorber that can drain energy from nearby enemies.
There are 266 spaceship classes and over 1000 types of spaceship modules available in Star Conflict now.
You can read more about the ship and other Star Conflict news on the official website of the game.
About Star Conflict Developed by Star Gem Inc, Star Conflict is an action-packed, massively multiplayer space simulation game that puts players in the role of elite pilots engaging in a widespread interplanetary skirmish. The game includes a wide variety of battleships, from light and fast interceptors to powerful fighters and well-defended frigates. Players can choose to go alone or team up with friends to form powerful alliances. The combination of strategic and skill based gameplay in Star Conflict allows players to develop their abilities and establish specialized skills. Official website: http://star-conflict.com/
About Star Gem, Inc. Star Gem, Inc., an inhouse Targem studio, was established in 2011 by game industry veterans, with the goal of bringing high-quality online entertainment to players worldwide. Star Gem is dedicated to the creation of the cutting edge Sci-Fi Action MMO Star Conflict. Official website: http://stargem-games.com/
About Gaijin Entertainment Gaijin Entertainment is the developer and publisher of the online games War Thunder, Crossout, Enlisted, CRSED: F.O.A.D. and Star Conflict as well as other PC, Mac, Linux, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, iOS and Android titles across several genres. The company’s diverse portfolio has received a range of mass media and game industry awards including such as Gamescom Award and many more. Official website: http://gaijinent.com/
Pre-register Today to Earn Special Rewards on Launch Day
LONDON (March 18, 2022) – SQUARE ENIX LTD today announced that players can now pre-register for the mobile action RPG Echoes of Mana™, the next game in the beloved Mana series, on the App Store® and Google Play™. Echoes of Mana is a free-to-play mobile RPG that features an original story that weaves together both new and beloved Mana series characters alike. Players who pre-register will receive special in-game rewards when the title launches later this year.
Watch the new Echoes of Mana trailer here:
The Echoes of Mana pre-registration campaign is live beginning today will reward players at launch with in-game prizes based on the number of pre-registrations. Rewards include enough Spirit Crystals for one 10 summon, a 3★ Primm (Boomerang) ally from Secret of Mana®, as well as a Memory Gem featuring original art by HACCAN.
Designed and developed by WFS, Inc., Echoes of Mana is a new free-to-play action RPG coming to mobile devices worldwide in 2022. Players can enjoy a new story featuring new characters as well as returning characters from previous Mana games. The title also enables players to easily pick up and play the “2D action” that is synonymous to the series, and players can also take part in a multiplayer mode with up to three people.
Echoes of Mana will be available as a free download for iOS and Android devices in 2022. Text will be supported in English, German, French, Japanese, Traditional Chinese and Korean. For more information, visit: EchoesOfMana.com.
About The Mana Series The Mana series, known as Seiken Densetsu in Japan, is a long-running action-RPG series spanning multiple entries for nearly three decades. The series is known for its enchanting characters, story and music, as well as pioneering an action-oriented approach to traditional JRPG combat. With the release of Collection of Mana for Nintendo Switch™ in 2019, new and existing players can now immerse themselves in the enchanting world of the Mana series with the first three classic titles—FINAL FANTASY® ADVENTURE, Secret of Mana® and Trials of Mana™—in their original form. In 2020, a full high-definition 3D remake of Trials of Mana was also released for modern platforms, selling over one million copies to date. An updated version of Legend of Mana™ released on June 24, 2021, bringing remastered visuals and the “Ring Ring Land” mini-game to the West for the first time.
About WFS, Inc. WFS is a technology-driven company based in Tokyo that is focused on bringing the amazing to you via three core businesses: content, solutions, and platforms. Starting in 2014 with “Shometsu Toshi,” WFS has released several hit titles, including “Another Eden: the Cat Beyond Time and Space”, “DanMachi – MEMORIA FREESE -”, “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Memories (distributed by Bandai Namco Entertainment),” and “Heaven Burns Red” in its lineup and is proactive in worldwide distribution. https://www.wfs.games/en-us/
About Square Enix Ltd. Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos Montréal®. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 164 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 83 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 85 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
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Free Demo for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One Also Available for Download
LONDON (March 18, 2022)– SQUARE ENIX® today announced that STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN™ is now available. Developed in collaboration with Team NINJA from KOEI TECMO GAMES, creators of the NINJA GAIDEN and Nioh series, this new action RPG brings a bold, new vision to the FINAL FANTASY® series that both existing fans and new players alike can enjoy.
Watch the new STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN launch video here:
Players can also try out the free demo, available now on consoles. Save data from this demo will carry over to the full game, allowing players to seamlessly continue their full journey once purchasing the game.
In STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN, players can experience an alternate retelling of the classic FINAL FANTASY story, with a blend of challenging and strategic action-packed gameplay set in the world and lore of the beloved series. Players can join Jack and his allies, Ash, Jed, Neon and Sophia, as they throw open the gates of the Chaos Shrine and step into a world of dark fantasy and take on exhilarating battles to discover if they are truly the Warriors of Light the prophecy foretold.
STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN is now available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC via the Epic Games Store. Players who purchase the Digital Deluxe or Digital Standard Editions of the game prior to April 19, 2022 can obtain the Rebellion weapon as an early purchase bonus. STRANGER OF PARADISE FINAL FANTASY ORIGIN is rated M for Mature by the ESRB. For more information, visit: https://www.square-enix-games.com/sopffo
ABOUT KOEI TECMO GAMES KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. is a subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO GAMES consists of six development brands creating innovative and iconic game series extending across a wide range of genres: KOU SHIBUSAWA, ω-Force, Team NINJA, Gust, Ruby Party, and midas. Signature series include ROMANCE OF THE THREE KINGDOMS, NOBUNAGA’S AMBITION, Winning Post, DYNASTY WARRIORS, SAMURAI WARRIORS, Toukiden, Nioh, NINJA GAIDEN, DEAD OR ALIVE, Atelier Ryza, BLUE REFLECTION, Angelique, and La Corda d’Oro.
ABOUT Team NINJA Team NINJA is one of KOEI TECMO GAMES’ six brands, with development teams specializing in creating hardcore action games. Their most famous series include: NINJA GAIDEN, DEAD OR ALIVE and Nioh, and the team consistently develops new titles that receive praise from all around the world.
About Square Enix Ltd. Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos Montréal®. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 164 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 83 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 85 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
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Bringing a collective 60 years industry experience, Social First welcomes Marco Sandrini, Jari Ravantti and Aki Raula to the team
Finnish game studio Social First, founded in late 2021 by games industry veterans Kim Soares and Mikko Kähärä continues to grow quickly, with the recent hire of a Chief Technology Officer, Marco Sandrini, Head of Design, Aki Raula and Senior Devs Ops Manager, Jari Ravantti.
Marco Sandrini, Chief Technology Officer Marco, originally from the Italian Alps, has lived in Finland for 24 years, and joins the team with significant experience in the software and hardware industry, starting his career at Nokia Research Center and moving into the mobile games industry, working at studios such as Kuuhubb, a publicly listed (Toronto) games company. After a decade of focusing on mobile games, Marco says “the chance of building something cross-platform with such an experienced team is really really exciting”. Marco will be overseeing and managing the technical direction of the business with focus on new technologies such as blockchain gaming.
Aki Raula, Head of Design Aki is a true design veteran of the global games industry. With decades of working in and leading game design at studios such as EA, Ubisoft, Remedy and Housemarque, Aki will be leading the design side of game productions at Social First. He will build the wider design team and will be working alongside game leads and company management to actualise Social First’s vision. Aki says, “I’m really excited about joining the veteran team at Social First to create something new from the ground up.”.
Jari Ravantti, Senior Devs Ops Manager Jari is joining the team with varied experience in both the gaming and financial sectors, with a focus on financial sector transaction validation protocols, dev ops and QA over the last few years. His “rare combo of fintech and game dev background is a perfect mix for future web3 gaming environments” says President Mikko Kähärä. Jari will be working with the development and operations team to lead toolchains and processes.
“Welcoming Marco, Aki and Jari to the team is an exciting step in Social First’s journey as we continue to grow the team and bring a great blend of top-notch expertise and knowledge to the business from a varied backgrounds” says President Mikko Kähärä.
The Social First team will be attending GDC on 21st-25th March 2022 in San Francisco. If you are interested in arranging a meeting or would like to find out more about their recruitment process, you can get in touch with the team at [email protected] or via their website.
About Social First Social First is a team of accomplished game developers who have formed an independent studio based in Helsinki, Finland. CEO Kim Soares and President Mikko Kähärä founded Social First in 2021 with the mission to create games that are social experiences, span decades and extend beyond gaming; giving players platforms to create meaningful relationships with people all across the world. The team is backed by Play Ventures and a syndicate led by Joakim Achrén. For more information on Social First and their work, please contact Sophie Riordan, PR & Communications, at [email protected].
Friday, 18th March 2022 – Ukraine-based development studio Sengi Games has today announced that upcoming title The Serpent Rogue will still launch on 26th April as planned, despite the ongoing crisis in the country.
“Although the situation we’re in is hard and unprecedented, we made the decision to stick to the original plan and launch our game, The Serpent Rogue, on April the 26th as promised! The game is coming on time and it is the most ambitious thing we’ve ever made, stay tuned!”
About Sengi Games Sengi Games is an independent video game studio based in Ukraine. Founded in 2018 and driven with a goal of delivering a unique experience with our projects we are keen to invite you to our new creation The Serpent Rogue. More information about it could be found on: www.sengigames.com.
The Hot Wheels Unleashed™ Design Battle Crosses the Finish LineWinning Design to Become Hot Wheels® Die-cast Vehicle
Sydney, Australia, March 18, 2022 – Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) and Milestone, a leading global racing game developer, have announced the winner of the Hot Wheels Unleashed™Design Battle, an exclusive contest for the global community of the fast-paced arcade racing game. Hot Wheels Unleashed has sold over one million copies worldwide.
The contest ran between January 14, 2022 and February 14, 2022, and more than 10,000 unique livery designs for the Hot Wheels® Rodger Dodger™ die-cast model were submitted using the in-game Livery Editor. The winning Rodger Dodger will be now transformed into a real Hot Wheels toy (scale 1:64) available for purchase globally beginning December 2022.
After a meticulous process of evaluation, Mattel’s judges selected “Digigold” made by Hot Wheels Unleashed player Reds as the winning Rodger Dodger™ livery. Characterised by a dominant white color-way, this livery is a stylish addition to the classic Rodger Dodger™ vehicle thanks to its gold details, enriched by some black abstract inserts that complete a stunning look.
Check out a brand-new video showcasing the design here:
The winner has been chosen by a special judging panel of Mattel’s world-class Hot Wheels designers:
Ted Wu – Vice President and Global Head of Vehicle Design, Mattel
Bryan Benedict – Director of Product Design, Mattel
Dmitriy Shakhmatov – Manager of Product Design, Mattel
Jerry Thienprasiddhi – Principal Graphic Designer, Mattel
“Hot Wheels is all about encouraging the challenger spirit and we really saw that come through with the design battle,” said Ted Wu. “The brand has always pushed the limits of automotive performance and design to create the perfect car which was echoed in fans’ creativity with an astounding 10,000+ entries in the contest. Reds ‘Digigold’ livery was truly unique, and we look forward to making it available for fans to purchase at retail later this year.”
The Reds’ Rodger Dodger die-cast will be available from major retailers for purchase globally beginning December 2022.
As the #1 selling toy in the world*, Hot Wheels is the global leader in car culture. For the last fifty plus years, Hot Wheels has proven its influence on the automotive community with legendary design and epic performance. Today, Hot Wheels has become a worldwide powerhouse franchise, with live and virtual events on almost every continent, highly sought-after consumer products and top-tier collaborations, a #1-rated content channel on YouTube, and more. While 16.5 Hot Wheels are sold every second and over 8 billion cars have been sold to date, the brand continues to expand its presence in digital gaming, with success across mobile, console and PC platforms.
Founded in Milan in 1996, Milestone S.r.l. is one of the leading and longest established racing game developers in the world. The 200+ people team is responsible for hit series like MotoGP™, MXGP and Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame, as well as RIDE and Gravel, Milestone’s own IPs.
Mattel is a leading global toy company and owner of one of the strongest catalogs of children’s and family entertainment franchises in the world. We create innovative products and experiences that inspire, entertain and develop children through play. We engage consumers through our portfolio of iconic brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO® and MEGA®, as well as other popular intellectual properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include film and television content, gaming, music and live events. We operate in 35 locations and our products are available in more than 150 countries in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and e-commerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering children to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential.
Warner Bros. Games introduced today the Official Gameplay Reveal for Hogwarts Legacy, the upcoming open-world, action role-playing-game set in the 1800s wizarding world, in development by Avalanche Software. The narrated video gives an in-depth look into the gameplay, including character customisation, and the variety of spells, adventures, missions, locations, and characters that players will encounter as a student at Hogwarts. Also showcased was the Official Behind the Scenes video featuring comments by the creative minds making the game.
Scheduled for release holiday 2022, Hogwarts Legacy will be published by Warner Bros. Games under the Portkey Games label. The game will be available for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, Nintendo Switch™ system and PC.
View Hogwarts Legacy Official Behind the Scenes Video
Hogwarts Legacy is filled with immersive magic that puts players at the centre of their own adventure. Joining as a brand new fifth year student with a unique ability to manipulate powerful ancient magic, players will live the unwritten and embark on a dangerous journey to uncover a hidden truth of the wizarding world. Throughout their adventure, they will grow their character’s abilities by mastering powerful spells, brewing potions, and harvesting magical plants as they face off against deadly enemies. Along the way, they will meet new friends who can accompany them, interact with school professors, and confront dangers that could jeopardise the future of wizardkind.
Warner Bros. Games, a division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Inc., 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 can be found at www.wbgames.com.
About Portkey Games Portkey Games, from Warner Bros. Games, is the games label dedicated to creating new Wizarding World mobile and videogame experiences that place the player at the center of their own adventure, inspired by J.K. Rowling’s original stories. Portkey Games offers players the opportunity to make their own narrative choices and engage with the Wizarding World setting to create new and unique experiences. The label was created to bring gamers and fans new gaming experiences that allow them to delve into the magic of the Wizarding World in immersive ways where they can define their own Wizarding World story.
About Avalanche Software
Established in 1995 in Salt Lake City, Avalanche Software has been creating interactive experiences for fans of the world’s largest franchises for over two decades. The studio joined Warner Bros. Games in 2016 and is currently working on Hogwarts Legacy, a new, open world, action RPG set in the Wizarding World. Additional information about Avalanche can be found at https://www.avalanchesoftware.com
Today, PlayStation’s State of Play showcase offered players an exciting in-depth look at gameplay for the upcoming Hogwarts Legacy.
The episode provides audiences with 13 minutes of gameplay footage that showcases the magical journey players will be taken on during their visit to Hogwarts including being placed into their house with the sorting hat, gameplay mechanics, and the unique characters and locations they will see throughout the experience.
Game Director, Alan Tew sums up the preview and what Hogwarts Legacy will mean to players stating:
“Many fans of Harry Potter imagined what it would be like to receive their own Hogwarts letter, be sorted, and attend Hogwarts. More than anything else, we wanted to allow fans, after all these years, to finally tell their story, their way, at the most beloved school of witchcraft and wizardry. Only an open-world action RPG could capture the breadth of our fantasies.”
A full release date is yet to be announced, however, players can expect to get their hands on Hogwarts Legacy later this year.
If you missed the showcase, be sure to check out the full State of Play episode here.
For more information on this morning’s State of Play, head to the PlayStation Blog.
The Quarry Invites You to a Summer Camp Worth Dying For; New Teen-Horror Game from Supermassive Games and 2K Coming June 10
From Will Byles and the award-winning team at Supermassive Games that brought you Until Dawn comes this summer’s must-play, must-see teen-horror entertainment experience
Sydney, Australia – March 18, 2022– 2K and Supermassive Games have announcedThe Quarry, an all-new teen-horror narrative game where your every choice, big or small, shapes your story and determines who lives to tell the tale. Featuring an iconic ensemble cast of Hollywood stars and celebrities, including David Arquette (“Scream” franchise), Ariel Winter (“Modern Family”), Justice Smith (“Jurassic World”), Brenda Song (“Dollface”), Lance Henriksen (“Aliens”), Lin Shaye (“A Nightmare on Elm Street”), and more, The Quarryis launching on June 10, 2022, and will be available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows PC via Steam. The Quarry is now available for pre-order.
As the sun sets on the last day of summer camp, the teenage counsellors of Hackett’s Quarrythrow a party to celebrate. No kids. No adults. No rules.
Things quickly take a turn for the worse.
Hunted by blood-drenched locals and something far more sinister, the teens’ party plans unravel into an unpredictable night of horror. Friendly banter and flirtations give way to life-or-death decisions, as relationships build or break under the strain of unimaginable choices.
Play as each of the nine camp counsellors in a thrilling cinematic tale, where every choice shapes your unique story from a tangled web of possibilities. Any character can be the star of the show – or die before daylight comes. How will your story unfold?
As part of today’s announcement, 2K and Supermassive Games released the official announcement trailer for The Quarry, which showcases the incredible visual fidelity and cinematic quality achieved in the game while presenting a first look at the star-studded cast featured in the game.
“The Quarry is breaking new ground across interactive storytelling and technology to create a truly visceral teen-horror experience,” stated Director Will Byles. “I can’t wait to see the choices you make, who you’ll save, and who you’re willing to sacrifice!”
“As an interactive narrative experience, The Quarry is a completely different type of game from anything 2K has published in the past,” stated David Ismailer, President at 2K. “We are partnering because Supermassive Games are simply the best at what they do, and we’re huge fans of the studio. The chance to work with one of the great creative minds in our industry doesn’t come often, and we are excited to be on this journey together with The Quarry.”
Key features for The Quarry include:
YOUR STORY, THEIR FATE. Will you dare to check what’s behind that trap door? Will you investigate the screams echoing from within the forest? Will you save your friends or desperately run for your life? Every choice, big or small, shapes your story and determines who lives to tell the tale;
A STUNNING CINEMATIC EXPERIENCE. Cutting-edge facial capture and filmic lighting techniques, combined with incredible performances from an iconic ensemble cast of Hollywood talent, bring the horrors of Hackett’s Quarry to life in a pulse-pounding, cinematic thrill ride;
ENJOY THE FRIGHT WITH FRIENDS. Place your faith in up to seven friends in online play*, where invited players watch along and vote on key decisions, creating a story shaped by the whole group! Or, play together in a party horror couch co-op experience where each player picks a counsellor and controls their actions;
CUSTOMIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE. Adjustable difficulty for all gameplay elements let players of any skill level enjoy the horror. And if you prefer to watch rather than play, Movie Mode lets you enjoy The Quarry as a binge-worthy cinematic thriller. Select how you want the story to unfold, kick back, and munch on some popcorn in between all the screams!
2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
*Multiplayer functionality across the same PlayStation or Xbox console generation only.
About Supermassive Games
Founded in 2008, Supermassive Games is a BAFTA-winning, independent game developer with a reputation for innovation in both storytelling and VR. Supermassive Games is best known for the critically acclaimed PS4 hit Until Dawn and The Dark Pictures Anthology. The studio has received numerous awards, including a BAFTA for Until Dawn and recognition from our trade body TIGA. The studio also works with GamesAid, other charities and educational establishments. In 2021 the studio partnered with Nordisk Games, part of the Egmont Group, and is looking forward to even more exciting times with them alongside us.
About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. We develop and publish products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, Private Division, and T2 Mobile Games. Our products are designed for console systems and personal computers, including smartphones and tablets, and are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com.
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About 2K
Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes global interactive entertainment for console and handheld gaming systems, personal computers and mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail and digital download. The Company is home to many talented development studios, including Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union and Cloud Chamber. 2K’s portfolio currently includes the renowned BioShock®, Borderlands™, Mafia and XCOM® franchises; NBA® 2K, the global phenomenon and highest rated** annual sports title for the current console generation; the critically acclaimed Sid Meier’s Civilization® series; the popular WWE® 2K and WWE® SuperCard franchises, as well as emerging properties NBA® 2K Playgrounds 2, Carnival Games and more. Additional information about 2K and its products may be found at 2k.com.
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Other important factors and information are contained in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, including the risks summarized in the section entitled “Risk Factors,” the Company’s most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the Company’s other periodic filings with the SEC, which can be accessed at www.take2games.com. All forward-looking statements are qualified by these cautionary statements and apply only as of the date they are made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
