The in-game summer event features a lengthy new story, introduces three playable characters and includes limited-time obtainable items and event currencies

SEOUL – Feb. 23, 2022 – Players of mobile anime RPG Blue Archive can now bask in the summer sun as their favorite characters in the highly-anticipated beach-themed in-game event “Summer Sky’s Wishlist.” The event includes a massive update of new content, as the latest story expansion takes place over 14 episodes and includes 12 quests and three challenge stages. All players who log-in for the event will receive an in-game currency reward of 1,200 Pyroxenes and those who pre-registered will receive 2,400 Pyroxenes.

“Summer Sky’s Wishlist,” follows the students of Trinity General School as they complete a summer wish list during a beach getaway. Three all-new characters have also been added, including “Azusa (Swimsuit),” “Mashiro (Swimsuit)” and “Tsurugi (Swimsuit).” Players can utilize the lethal EX skills from both “Azusa (Swimsuit)” and “Mashiro (Swimsuit)” to inflict large amounts of damage to a single target. Meanwhile, “Tsurugi (Swimsuit)” is equipped with an EX skill that increases her basic attack damage for a set duration.

Throughout the event, players can exchange the event currencies “Beach Volleyball”, “Beach Shack Meal Ticket,” “Weird Fireworks” and “Event Points” to obtain the following exclusive event items:

• New character “Tsurugi (Swimsuit)”
• Character growth item “Superior Tech Notes (Trinity)”
• “Superior Enhancement Stone”
• Furniture items “Sand Play Set” and “Parasol Table”

Players who complete daily and achievement tasks can also earn artifacts, event currency and a Summer Concept Photo Board, which can be decorated and placed in the café.

Developed by NAT GAMES, Blue Archive follows a group of adventurous schoolgirls as they navigate romance, school clubs, academic events – and the occasional battle with rival schools. Players will take on the role of the students’ teacher and guide them as they investigate incidents throughout the city.

Blue Archive is available on Android and iOS devices in 237 countries and supports multiple languages including English, Korean, Thai and Chinese (traditional).

Players can find out more on the Official Website and follow the Blue Archive social media pages for the latest news and updates:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EN.BlueArchive
Twitter: https://twitter.com/EN_BlueArchive
Discord: discord.gg/bluearchiveglobal
Forum: https://m.nexon.com/forum/551

About NEXON Co. Ltd.
Founded in 1994, NEXON Co., Ltd. (Nexon) (3659.TO) is a company engaged in the production, development and operation of online games and Virtual Worlds. First listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon was placed on JPX400 in 2015 and added to the Nikkei Stock Index 300 in 2017. In 2020, Nexon was added to the Nikkei 225. Nexon currently has more than 50 live games on multiple platforms including mobile and available in more than 190 countries. Major game franchises include MapleStory, KartRider and Dungeon&Fighter.

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New Explanation Trailer Gives A Deep Dive into the World of ELEX II! 

Sydney, Australia, February 23^rd,  2022: Magalan is full of secrets. To stand a chance against the threat from the skies, Jax has to explore the open world, learn skills and find new equipment. He’ll need to form bonds with the factions and make allies, find vendors and teachers, and visit the most notable places of the world. Magalan is full of choices. What will your combat style be, what weapons will you use? Will you join the Clerics, the Berserkers, the Outlaws, the Morkons or the Albs – or maybe go faction-less? Who will your companions be, how will people remember you? Will you be a good guardian or a ruthless slayer? The choices are yours, create your own story in ELEX II on March 1^st, 2022.

ELEX II will release on March 1^st, 2022 for PC, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One™, and the Xbox Series S/X™. ELEX II is available for pre-order now, the SRP is $69.95 AUD on PC and $99.95 AUD on consoles.

PlayStation
https://thqn.net/elex2-ps

Xbox
https://thqn.net/elex2-xbox

PC
ELEX II on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/900040
ELEX II on GOG.com: https://www.gog.com/game/elex_ii
ELEX II on the Epic Games Store: https://www.epicgames.com/store/p/elex-ii

Follow ELEX II on social media:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Elex_Game
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elexgame
Discord: https://discord.com/invite/elex

About ELEX II

ELEX II is the sequel to ELEX, the vintage open-world role-playing experience from the award-winning creators of the Gothic and Risen series, Piranha Bytes. ELEX II returns to the post-apocalyptic Science Fantasy world of Magalan, with massive environments that can be explored with unrivaled freedom via jetpack – you will be able to move through the epic story any way you want!

Several years after Jax defeated the Hybrid, a new threat arrives from the sky, unleashing the dangerous powers of dark Elex and endangering all life on the planet. In order to defend the peace on Magalan and the safety of his own family, Jax embarks on a mission to convince the factions to unite against the invaders, as well as a personal quest to find his son, Dex, who got separated from him …

Dive into a huge, hand-crafted, completely unique world with multiple factions and diverse environments set in a post-apocalyptic science fantasy universe.

The game allows you to:

• explore the planet of Magalan with unprecedented freedom, using your trusted jetpack to traverse the map and even fly!
• interact with a lived-in world, full of unique NPCs, who…

• …will remember what you’ve done and react accordingly
• …will join or leave your group depending on how you behave
• …are able to be killed, which will have an effect on the story
• engage in fluid close and ranged combat with a massively improved control system
• experience a story where your actions have consequences, immersing you in a world of moral decisions

Learn more about the ELEX franchise on the official website: ELEX Official Website

About THQ Nordic

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

Warner Bros. Games, TT Games, the LEGO Group and Lucasfilm Games released a new, behind-the-scenes video spotlighting the evolution of LEGO® Star Wars™ videogames with the development of LEGO® Star Wars™: The Skywalker Saga, the most ambitious LEGO video game to date. This epic retelling of the legendary saga with fresh LEGO humour includes a new third-person perspective, new combat mechanics for visceral in-game action, iconic ships built brick by brick, and the fan favourite, Mumble Mode. The behind-the-scenes video documents the collaboration between the partners to deliver something special for fans, along with developer insight into some of the Easter eggs players will find in the game, such as Pew Pew Mode, which humorously replaces all weapon sound effects with phonetic mouth noises that simulate blasters, lightsabers and more!

View the official LEGO Star Wars:The Skywalker Saga Behind-the-Scenes video below:

LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga is set to release on April 5^th, 2022 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One consoles, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch™ and PC.Consumersthat digitally pre-orderthe game will receive early access to the Trooper Character Pack on launch day.The pack will be available a month after launch for those that purchase the Character Collection (Season Pass which will include all seven character packs) or can be purchased separately. Purchasing the digital version of the game will also include Classic Obi-Wan Kenobi™ as a playable character and will be unavailable for standalone purchase. The physical version of the Deluxe Edition will include an exclusive LEGO Star Wars minifigure, Luke Skywalker™ with Blue Milk.

Join the LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga conversation on Facebook (LEGOStarWarsGame), Twitter (@LSWGAME), Instagram (LEGOStarWarsGame) and YouTube (LEGOStarWarsGame).

Assetto Corsa Competizione Available Today on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S 

Purchase The Physical Retail Day One Edition to Receive The 2020 GT WORLD CHALLENGE PACK DLC 

CALABASAS, Calif. – Feb. 22, 2022 – Global video game publisher 505 Games and developer KUNOS Simulazioni proudly announce the release of flagship racing series Assetto Corsa Competizione for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

As the official game of the GT World Challenge, Assetto Corsa Competizione sets the gold standard for sim racing on consoles, allowing players to compete across 11 GT3 championship tracks, each painstakingly mapped with Laser-Scan technology for unparalleled realism. KUNOS Simulazioni’s dedication to authenticity has been applied to every aspect of the game, encompassing everything from photorealistic weather conditions, dynamic night races, motion capture animation, and multi-channel audio sampling. Assetto Corsa Competizione’s debut on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S also embraces the enhanced visual fidelity of each system, offering an unrivaled 4K/60FPS GT3 experience unlike anything seen before.

In addition to the existing vehicle roster, drivers can also master the recently released BMW M4 GT3, bringing the number of licensed cars to 25. Each vehicle boasts fully adjustable setups, 60+ additional liveries from the 2021 season, and more. These unique creations can then be used across single and multiplayer modes like Sprint, Endurance, and the 24 Hours of Spa race, whilst Assetto Corsa Competizione’s immersive solo experience offers Career, Championship, and Free Play modes.

Competitive drivers can test their mettle against up to 30 players thanks to the increased next-gen grid numbers, whilst the multiplayer experience can be completely tailored thanks to the fair-play ranking system (rewarding virtuous racers!), solid matchmaking, regular challenges, real-time online leaderboards. Private multiplayer matches will also allow players to race with friends. Assetto Corsa Competizione also supports a vast range of hardware, from gamepads to professional steering wheels to add even greater physicality and realism to the experience.

Assetto Corsa Competizione is available today worldwide for PlayStation 5 and Xbox One X|S in digital formats, with the physical version coming to Europe on the 24th. The game will retail at $39.99, whilst fans who already own the game on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One can upgrade for free. Order the physical retail Day One Edition to receive the 2020 GT WORLD CHALLENGE PACK DLC, which includes:

•    Autodromo Internazionale Enzo e Dino Ferrari – Imola
•   Two cars: Ferrari 488 GT3 EVO 2020 and Mercedes-AMG GT3 EVO (2020)
•   60+ additional car liveries 
•    2020 Pirelli “DHE” Tire Model
•   2020 GT WORLD CHALLENGE SEASON BOP 

Assetto Corsa Competizione is rated “E” for Everyone by ESRB and PEGI 3 for All Ages and is also available on PC (Steam), PS4 and Xbox One. Assetto Corsa Competizione on PlayStation 5 is published by Oizumi Amuzio in Japan on Feb 24th and by GSE in Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia on Feb 23. For more information, please visit the following official websites: Assetto Corsa, 505 Games, and KUNOS Simulazioni.

About 505 Games
505 Games, a Digital Bros’ subsidiary, is a global publisher focused on offering a broad selection of video games for players of all ages and skill levels. The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on console and PC platforms as well as mobile devices. Publishing highlights include DEATH STRANDING (PC), Control, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Ghostrunner, Gems of War, Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. 505 Games has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Australia, China, and Japan. For more information on 505 Games and its products please visit 505games.com.

About KUNOS Simulazioni
KUNOS Simulazioni is a software house specialized in developing driving simulations for the videogame market and professional applications. The company launched in 2005 as a one-man show, and now involves professional expertise capable of producing the technology required to satisfy a diverse range of requirements: from professional training software for car manufacturers and racing teams to advanced videogames dedicated to simracers looking for a driving model with maximum realism. The “Assetto Corsa” racing game is the best result of this vision, turning a driving simulation into one of the most recognized and popular brands of racing videogames. Its latest iteration, “ASSETTO CORSA COMPETIZIONE”, is one of the most appreciated GT racing simulations on the market, representing a benchmark in terms of car handling, visual realism and track accuracy.

PlayStation Australia is excited to reveal the stunning new design of the next generation VR headset, PlayStation VR2, together with an updated and final design image of the PlayStation VR2 Sense controller. 

The PS VR2 headset has a similar shape to the PS VR2 Sense controller, taking on a matching
Orb” look; the circular orb shape represents the 360-degree view that players feel when they enter the virtual reality world. PS VR2’s headset was also inspired by the look of the PlayStation 5 family of products. The goal was to create a headset that will not only become an attractive part of players’ living room decor but will also keep players immersed in the game world. 

For the PS VR2 headset, comfort was a key consideration, by adding new features such as a lens adjustment dial, so users have an additional option to match the lens distance between their eyes to optimise their view. In addition, the design is slimmer with a weight reduction, taking onboard players feedback.

Yujin Morisawa, Senior Art Director at Sony Interactive Entertainment took to the PlayStation Blog to explain why the new vent design is his absolute favourite part of the design:

“When I started to work on the design for the PlayStation VR2 headset, one of the areas I wanted to focus on first was the idea of creating a vent in the headset to let air out, similar to the vents on the PS5 console that allows airflow. Our engineers came up with this idea as a good way to allow ventilation and avoid having the lens fog up while players are immersed in their VR games. I worked on many design concepts to achieve this, and in the final design, you can see there is a little space in between the top and front surface of the scope that contains the integrated ventilation. I am really proud of how this turned out and the positive feedback I have gotten so far. I hope our PlayStation fans will also agree, and I can’t wait for them to try it out.”

Finally, another treat, similar to the thousands of tiny PlayStation symbols added to the design of the PlayStation 5 console and DualSense controller, players will find tiny PlayStation symbols on the front and back bands of the PS VR 2 headset to add a comfortable feel for players to enjoy. 

There are plenty of exciting new features to look forward to in the PS VR2 system when it launches, including stunning visual fidelity in 4K HDR and state-of-art graphical rendering, enhanced tracking, new PlayStation VR2 Sense Technology features, and the new intuitive, PS VR2 Sense controller that creates an incredibly deep feeling of immersion. 

To find out more about the new headset design of PlayStation VR2 head to the PlayStation Blog.

For the latest PlayStation news, follow on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

NETMARBLE’S CASUAL SHOOTING GAME, ‘GOLDEN BROS’ DELIVERS PRESALE PLAN AND 2022 ROADMAP

LOCATION – FEB. 22, 2022 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, revealed the Presale plan for its newest Casual Shooting Game ‘Golden Bros’.

Golden Bros is collaborating with Binance NFT Marketplace to conduct Presales on ‘GB Genesis Mystery Boxes’ for the fans. By obtaining the Mystery Boxes, the players are able to acquire limited edition costumes as well as Collection Cards, which are the NFTs needed in order to participate in Golden Bros’ Early Access. This presale marks Binance NFT’s first collaboration with a global AAA studio and Netmarble’s first full-scale appearance in the cryptoscene

While the initial release will be conducted on March 2, further details on the Presale will be announced here. The presale NFTs will have multiple benefits for the participants, including 33% discount from original price, unlimited durability during Early Access, and up to 73% chance of winning a Super Rare costume.

The overall roadmap for 2022 was also disclosed to bolster fans’ anticipation of Golden Bros. Players will get the chance to experience Golden Bros in advance via Early Access, which is planned to be in the month of March. Further, the global service for Golden Bros’ Grand Launch is slated to be in the month of April.

‘Golden Bros’, developed by Netmarble F&C, is the latest release from Netmarble to apply blockchain technology, and related updates to be revealed progressively. While the players can celebrate the easy control and intuitive combat rules, various maps let players come up with all kinds of strategies during their battles. Loaded with a number of unique and fun ‘Bros,’ new experiences await players in each match thanks to short battle periods and the ability to construct their own growth tree through various skill configurations.

Visit the Discord, Facebook and Twitter pages for the latest information on Golden Bros. The official website can be found here: https://goldenbros.netmarble.com

About Netmarble Corporation
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

About Binance NFT :

About Binance NFT Binance NFT, the official NFT marketplace of Binance, offers an open market for artists, creators, crypto enthusiasts, NFT collectors and creative fans around the world with the best liquidity and minimal fees. Consisting of three product lines: Premium Events, Mystery Box and a marketplace. Now, Binance NFT aims to build the first and largest GameFi NFT trading platform for gaming projects via IGO (Initial Game Offering) – featuring core in-game assets from top gaming projects. For more information, visit https://nft.binance.com/

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PARIS – Feb. 22, 2022 – A Plague Tale: Requiem, the sequel to the critically acclaimed A Plague Tale: Innocence by Asobo Studio, is gearing up with an incredible Collector’s Edition! Available exclusively on the Focus Entertainment Store, this special edition is packed with amazing content sure to delight fans of the series.

The highlight of the Collector’s Edition is a gorgeous statue of Amicia and Hugo. Imagined and designed by the artistic team at Asobo Studio, this 21cm/8in-tall resin statue painted in vibrant colors portrays Amicia and Hugo in action, wearing their main outfits from A Plague Tale: Requiem.

Additionally, the Collector’s Edition features: a bird feather metallic brooch inspired by the feathers Hugo wears in game, a 45 RPM vinyl of the game’s soundtrack composed by Olivier Derivière, three amazing A4 lithographs of exclusive artwork from the game, and, last but not least, the alternative cover for the game’s box exclusive to the Focus Entertainment Store!

The Collector’s Edition of A Plague Tale Requiem for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®5, and PC (digital Steam key) is exclusively available for pre-order on the Focus Entertainment Store, along with the standard versions of the game and their Focus Store exclusive covers.

ELDEN RING LAUNCH TRAILER DROPS FROM BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA INC.

The ELDEN RING launch trailer is now:

The trailer gives an exciting and action-packed glimpse into the world, characters, and enemies found in FromSoftware Inc.’s highly anticipated epic fantasy action-RPG. ELDEN RING releases on February 25, 2022, for the PlayStation5, PlayStation4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via STEAM.

An ELDEN RING 101 trailer was also released over the weekend. This trailer gives viewers a quick overview of the gameplay systems they will come to use throughout the game. You can watch this trailer here:

Crytek’s Hunt: Showdown Celebrates 4^th Anniversary

Check out new Twitch Drops content and grab the competitive bounty hunting game and its DLC at a discount for a limited time on Steam

FRANKFURT, Germany – Feb. 22, 2022 – Diehard fans and new players alike are invited to jump into the bayou and celebrate Hunt: Showdown’s fourth anniversary since its original release in early access. To mark this milestone, Hunt: Showdown is thanking the community with bonus Twitch Drops in-game content, as well as new artwork and a special anniversary sale on Steam.

There has never been a better time to join Hunt’s more than 3.5 million unique players, a number that continues to grow year-on-year. The bayou is a strange and dangerous place – just ask the 1,595 people killed by doors or 276 killed by horses – and everyone’s invited to the anniversary celebrations by hunting down bounties… and each other.

Fatih Özbayram, Senior Producer for Hunt: Showdown, said, “The whole team has worked really hard over the past four years to make Hunt a special experience for everyone. Every match tells a unique story, and that’s why people come back to the bayou again and again.

“We’re constantly looking to keep the game fresh with updated content and events – over the past year we’ve added a new map and new boss, and held events including Light the Shadow and As the Crow Flies – and we can’t do that without our amazing and welcoming community. By putting players first and listening to what they want from Hunt, we’re able to create a gaming experience that is truly special.”

The Twitch Drops campaign, which includes four Legendary Weapons and a Legendary Hunter for use on PC, Xbox and PlayStation, starts February 23 at 10 a.m. ET and runs until Tuesday, March 1, at 10 a.m. ET. Drops are open to all – simply watch your favorite Hunt: Showdown Twitch streamers to start collecting free rewards.

Hunt’s new key art branding, reflecting its unique PvPvE gameplay, will appear across all Hunt: Showdown channels and will be available to players to download as wallpaper.

New to Hunt? Check out our social media channels (YouTube|Twitter|Instagram) to view the 50 Ways To Die videos, which give some hints and tips on what not to do, and our Beauty of Hunt video, which will go live soon showcasing some of the incredible locations and scenery that’s waiting to be discovered.

PC players can grab Hunt: Showdown plus four DLCs for 65% off as part of the Anniversary Bundle, available on Steam until Thursday, March 3.

About Hunt: Showdown

Hunt: Showdown is a competitive first-person bounty hunting game that packs the thrill of survival games into a match-based format. Set in 1895 Louisiana, the game boasts a mixture of PvP and PvE elements that creates a uniquely tense experience. It’s not just the creatures who are a threat—it’s every Hunter on the map. In the classic game mode, a match of Hunt pits 12 players—playing solo or in teams of two or three—against each other as they race to take out gruesome beasts for a bounty they must collect and get off of the map. Hunt’s quickplay mode offers a shorter match for solo players to scavenge for weapons as they compete for a diminishing pool of bounty. The higher the risk, the higher the reward–but a single mistake could cost everything. For more information, visit www.huntshowdown.com.