Developer and publisher GIANTS Software did some groundwork and introduces more gameplay mechanics for Farming Simulator 22: With mulching, stone picking and soil rolling, three new ground working features will extend the virtual experience. The more realistic depiction of agriculture allows players to improve their soil quality even further.

Mulching: way more than bark chips for your backyard
While mulching is prominently known in domestic gardening through use of bark chips, in Farming Simulator 22 it becomes an integral part of increasing the yield as it is in real agriculture: Players mulch the narrow spaces between their brand-new grape vines and olive groves with fresh cut grass to increase the soil quality while making everything look nice and clean, or mulch the stubble left on the field after harvesting other crops.

Stone picking: a new type of enemy for virtual farmers
It’s not just weeds, virtual farmers have to fight: Lying dormant in the ground, stones can be dug up by plowing or cultivating. To avoid the risk of damaging machines, players will have to remove them. Dependent on the size, they either have to use a stone picking tool attached to the tractor, or roll over with the new rollers – effectively sweeping them under the nutrient-rich topsoil, at least for a while.

Let’s roll: soil rollers increase the yield (and are fun to operate)
With spectacular looking agricultural tools called rollers, players can press small stones back into the ground to conceal the rocky consequences of cultivating. After sowing crops, farmers gain additional yield bonuses when rolling over the seedbed to compact the soil. Grassland farmers also gain a fertilizing stage by rolling over their meadows.
 
Better looking soil: A feast for farmer’s eyes
Virtual farmers with an eye for detail will also notice the all-new ground textures. Basically all ground textures have been revised for the upcoming game, resulting in more visual diversity and authentic representation of the various soil states.

Farming Simulator 22 releases November 22^nd for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5 (PS5™), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Stadia. For more information, please visit the official Farming Simulator website

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ABOUT GIANTS 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 25 million versions 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 2008. 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

The Six Sweden Major will gather the world’s top teams in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege^® to compete in a LAN event with no on-site audience

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – October 6, 2021 – Today, Ubisoft announced that the next Six Major in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege^® will take place in Gävle, Sweden from November 8 to 14.

Photo by Daniel Bernstål.

Following the same competitive format as the recent Six Mexico Major, the Six Sweden Major Group Stage will take place from November 8 to 10, moving on to the Playoffs from November 12 to 14. In this final showdown, teams will compete for the title, prize money and a last chance at earning points in the Global Standings to qualify for the Six Invitational 2022.

With the well-being of pro players, staff, and partners as the main priority, the Six Sweden Major will be held following strict sanitary measures, as a LAN event with no on-site audience and following guidelines from health organisations and local authorities.

To celebrate the Six Major and allow fans to support their favourite teams, a new operator bundle is now available for purchase in-game. 30% of the net revenue from these items will contribute to the prize pool of the competition, up to a cap of USD $500,000.

The final details for the Six Sweden Major are still being finetuned and will be shared at a later date. More information on the Six Sweden Major can be found here: https://rainbow6.com/NovemberMajor2021.

For more information about Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Esports, please visit https://www.rainbow6.com/esports and follow us at https://twitter.com/R6esports and https://instagram.com/R6esports.

About the Rainbow Six Esports Global Program
Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege’s Esports includes 4 main regions, Europe, North America, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. All four regions run in parallel their own dedicated regional leagues, all feeding into one unique and global race towards a qualification for the Six Invitational, the pinnacle of the Rainbow Six Siege competitive year. As teams across the four regions face off in regional and global competitions, featuring 3 Majors and regional leagues, they will be ranked based on an in-depth point system that rewards sustained performance. Each competitive Season runs for nearly a year, from March through the following February. Each Season will be divided into 4 quarters. The first three quarters correspond to the 3 “Stages” of the regional leagues and conclude with a Six Major bringing together 16 of the world’s best teams – four per region across the four regions. Each stage awards prize money and points for the Global Standings. The Global Standings determine the sixteen teams earning a spot to the annual Six Invitational. Following the 3 stages, the last quarter of the season will be dedicated to regional finals and relegations. The season will then conclude with the Six Invitational that will crown the world’s best team. Four additional teams will also have a chance to qualify for the Six Invitational through Regional Open Qualifiers, making the Six invitational a 20-team competition.

About Ubisoft 

Ubisoft is a leading creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and services, with a rich portfolio of world-renowned brands, including Assassin’s Creed, Far Cry, For Honor, Just Dance, Watch Dogs, and Tom Clancy’s video game series including Ghost Recon®, Rainbow Six and The Division. The teams throughout Ubisoft’s worldwide network of studios and business offices are committed to delivering original and memorable gaming experiences across all popular platforms, including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs. For the 2020-21 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2,241 million. To learn more, please visit: http://www.ubisoftgroup.com. 

© 2021 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered trademarks in the US and/or other countries. 

Colorado Collection Bundle Announced and Available

Wednesday 6 October 2021 – Sydney, Australia:  inXile entertainment and Prime Matter are pleased to announce that “Cult of the Holy Detonation”—the second and final expansion for Wasteland 3—is now available digitally on PC, Xbox One and PlayStation 4.

Watch the launch trailer here:

Cult of the Holy Detonation

Deep within the Cheyenne Mountain military complex, mutant cults worship an ancient deity they call the Holy Detonation—a nuclear explosion held in stasis. Whether god, science experiment, or accidental miracle, the Detonation’s energy could power Colorado Springs for hundreds of years, or level it in an instant. The warring cults have differing opinions on who should be allowed to honour their god and you’re going to have to muscle your way to the altar.

Cult of the Holy Detonation expands the Wasteland 3 experience with entry into the Cheyenne Mountain complex, crammed with new characters, enemies, challenging combat encounters and powerful new weapons and armour. Your squad of Rangers will be tested like never before in objective-based encounters, putting a creative spin on the already deeply tactical turn-based combat. As they face overwhelming odds, the Rangers will need to shut down reactors, clear ventilation systems and engage defensive countermeasures to stem an unending tide of dangerous mutants and machines within the dilapidated military bunker.

Wasteland 3 Colorado Collection

A new bundle—the Colorado Collection—which includes Wasteland 3, The Battle of Steeltown and Cult of the Holy Detonation expansions, as well as the Colorado Survival Gear bonus items, is also available for one low price and is the perfect entry into the entire Wasteland 3 experience.

The Colorado Collection bundle is available now with limited time launch discounts on Xbox, PlayStation, the Microsoft Store, Steam, and GOG!

About Wasteland 3

Wasteland 3 is available for Xbox One, Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation® 4, Windows.

The legendary series, which pioneered the post-apocalypse genre in video games, returns players to the role of Desert Rangers, lawmen in a post-nuclear world working to rebuild civilization from the ashes. Trading the dry, dusty heat of the American southwest for a for perpetually frozen Colorado, Wasteland 3 features new locations, a customisable vehicle, streamlined combat, and two player co-op as a first for the series. A deep, reactive story full of twists, turns, and brutal ethical decisions that will keep you hooked whether you’re a Wasteland veteran or new to the series.

Title:                           Wasteland 3: “The Cult Of The Holy Detonation (DLC) // Wasteland 3 Colorado Collection
Genre:                         Squad-Based RPG
Modes:                        Single Player / Co-op
Platform:                     PC / PlayStation® 4/ Xbox One
Setting:                        Post-apocalyptic, frozen Colorado
Release:                       October 5, 2021 – AVAILABLE NOW

About inXile entertainment Inc

inXile entertainment is an Xbox Game Studio developing console and PC titles, with locations in Southern California and New Orleans. Established and headed by Brian Fargo since 2002, inXile has continually delivered innovative and high-quality experiences to our passionate and dedicated fan base. We bring our love for RPGs, deep and engaging stories, and tactical thinking to each of our titles. Our history of successful crowdfunded releases include Wasteland 2, Torment: Tides of Numenera, and The Bard’s Tale IV. We’re currently working on Wasteland 3 and other unannounced projects.

About Prime Matter

Headquartered in Munich, Germany, Prime Matter the premium gaming label dedicated to delivering a range of diverse and immersive games from amazing gaming development talent all around the globe.

Working across projects of all styles, scopes and sizes, single-player, co-op to live ops, from producing to publishing, from ambitious teams taking their first step that need full support without compromising their dream to larger established successful studios searching that next step in the global market and building of brands.

Prime Matter looks to lead through creativity, expression and passion, with games that will grip and enchant with enthralling story-telling, winning an audience with its incredible moments and larger-than-life experiences.  Prime Matter is a proud member of the Koch Media Group.

The Quick Draw Club No. 4 Now Available

Team Up to Protect Blackwater and MacFarlane’s Ranch in Call to Arms, Plus Earn Extra for Naturalist Sample Sales

Today marks the beginning of The Quick Draw Club No. 4, offering the opportunity to earn rare rewards such as the rugged Dunster Outfit and the hand-embellished Ibarra Variant of the formidable Mauser Pistol. Get a closer look at all the rewards available in The Quick Draw Club No. 4 here.

If you’ve picked up all three previous iterations of The Quick Draw Club, purchasing the fourth will unlock The Halloween Pass 2 when it launches later this month.

50% Bonus RDO$ and XP in Rotating Call to Arms Maps

Local populaces are outnumbered and outgunned by bandits laying siege to towns and ranches on the prairie. Simply put: the people of Blackwater and MacFarlane’s Ranch need your help.

From today through October 7, Blackwater will be the only town requiring your assistance in Call to Arms, paying a healthy bonus of 50% extra RDO$ and XP. Meanwhile, the denizens of MacFarlane’s Ranch will seek your help from October 8–11, offering the same additional payouts.

Naturalist Bonuses

Miss Harriet Davenport is in dire need of wildlife samples — track and sedate untamed creatures and sell their Samples for twice the usual RDO$ and Role XP through October 11.

All players who play Red Dead Online this week will receive 3 Predator Baits and 3 Herbivore Baits apiece on logging in, and Naturalists Rank 5 and above will be rewarded with 5 Blending Tonics and 200 Sedative Varmint Cartridges. Turn in any 3 Samples to Harriet to receive a Reward for 2,000 Naturalist XP and an Offer for 40% off a Novice or Promising Naturalist Role Item.

Those ready and willing to poach animals, rather than sedating them, will receive an Offer for 40% off an Established or Distinguished Naturalist Role Item of their choice after hunting and skinning any Legendary Animal. Crafting any item at Gus’ store, meanwhile, will yield an Offer for 30% off the price of the Elephant Rifle and 50 rounds of Nitro Express Ammo to boot.

All those who purchase The Quick Draw Club No. 4 will receive a Reward for 5 Legendary Animal Pheromones, plus an Offer for 10 Gold Bars off the Sample Kit. Please allow up to 72 hours for your Rewards and Offers to arrive.

Bonus on Fish Sales to Butchers

Butchers across the land need your help in satisfying the locals’ appetite for seafood: selling Fish at any Butcher will result in a 50% RDO$ bonus this week.

Now Available to Purchase

Those who missed out on The Outlaw Pass No. 3 can now purchase the Red Enamel inlay for their weapons from Gunsmiths across the country. Fashionable types, meanwhile, can purchase Bill Williamson’s outfit, The Dedham, as well as the Burdall Hat from Madam Nazar.

Discounts

Non-Naturalists can take 5 Gold Bars off the cost of the Sample Kit when speaking to Harriet Davenport this week, as well as 30% off Naturalist essentials like the Varmint Rifle and Harriet’s selection of Tonics.

Gunsmiths are also offering 30% off both the Bow and Improved Bow — good news for any eagle-eyed archers on the plain. If you’d rather find a nice fishing spot, the Fishing Rod is 40% off in the Catalogue, while all Fishing Lures are 50% off.

Visit the Stables to take 30% off the cost of all Gypsy Cob horses for the next seven days. Meanwhile, Tailors across the states are offering 40% off the cost of all Boots.

Prime Gaming Benefits

Red Dead Online players who connect their Rockstar Games Social Club account to Prime Gaming before October 25 will get a Reward for 40 Capitale and an Offer for 50% off the Mauser Pistol.

Check Rockstar Support for details and limitations.

For the first time, a video game makes an impact on the real Supercross event. Round 11 in Indianapolis will feature the winning design from the video game track editor contest

Sydney, Australia, (Oct. 6, 2021) – Milestone, one of the leading racing game developers in the world, and Feld Entertainment, Inc., the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment and motorsports events, are pleased to announce that Round 11 (Indianapolis) of the 2022 Monster Energy AMA Supercross season will feature the winning design from the in-game Track Editor contest included in Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame 4. During the in-game Track Editor contest, started in April 2020, more than 3,000 tracks have been submitted by the passionate community of the video game. Winner’s selection took place in two phases: a jury chosen by Milestone selected all entries evaluating different criteria such as aesthetics and uniqueness as well as creative use of game dynamics and playability. The jury and a technical commission selected a winner, after a consult with Feld Motors Sport for a final approval on the winner and runners-up. The winner of the contest is Wet Dookie9253 on Xbox.

The most beloved and realistic Supercrossvideogame, is globally available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Windows PC®/STEAM.

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• Website: www.supercrossthegame.com
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• Instagram: instagram.com/supercrossthegame
• Hashtag: #supercrossthegame #supercross4

About Milestone

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™ and MXGP – The Official Motocross Videogame as well as own IPs Ride and Gravel.

About Feld Entertainment, Inc.

Feld Entertainment^® is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that bring people together and uplift the human spirit. Properties include Monster Jam^®, Monster Energy Supercross, Disney On Ice, Disney Live!, Marvel Universe LIVE!, Sesame Street Live!, Jurassic World Live Tour and DreamWorks Trolls The Experience. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 75 countries and on six continents. Visit feldentertainment.com for more information.

It’s the start of spooky season! We have games ready to fright and delight for the first part of the month. Keep your eyes peeled for more games coming to you on day one, and plenty more treats in store. Let’s get into it!

Available Today

Totally Accurate Battle Simulator (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox
Totally Accurate Battle Simulator celebrates its full release after a successful run in the Game Preview program! Be the leader of wobblers from ancient lands, spooky places, and fantasy worlds. Watch them fight in simulations made with the wobbliest physics system ever created, make your own wobblers in the unit creator, or send your army off to fight your friends in multiplayer.

Coming Soon

The Procession to Calvary (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox – October 7
A Pythonesque adventure game in which you journey through a richly detailed landscape built from hundreds of Renaissance paintings. Embark on a quest as an unnamed heroine to hunt down the tyrant Heavenly Peter. Encounter a bizarre cast of characters, perplexing puzzles, and implausible scenarios.

Visage (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox – October 7
Visage is a first-person psychological horror game. Explore a mysterious ever-changing house in a slow-paced, atmospheric world that combines both uncannily comforting and horrifyingly realistic environments and enjoy a genuinely terrifying experience.

Back 4 Blood (Cloud, Console, and PC) – October 12
Available day one with Xbox Game Pass: Back 4 Blood is a thrilling cooperative first-person shooter from the creators of the critically acclaimed Left 4 Dead franchise. Experience the intense 4 player co-op narrative campaign, competitive multiplayer as human or Ridden, and frenetic gameplay that keeps you in the action.

Destiny 2: Beyond Light (PC) – October 12
A new power is born out of the ancient Pyramid ship above Europa’s frozen frontier, and a dark empire has risen beneath, united under the banner of the Fallen Kell of Darkness, Eramis. Join your fellow Guardians and bring down the empire at any cost – even if it means wielding the Darkness itself.

Ring of Pain (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox – October 14
Enter the Ring of Pain, a roguelike card crawler where encounters come to you. Each step around the ring is a dire decision. Go for the loot or backstab a creeping horror? Meet strange friends bearing gifts and treasure. Choose your gear wisely to survive and discover secrets.

The Riftbreaker (Cloud, PC, and Xbox Series X|S) ID@Xbox – October 14
Available day one with Xbox Game Pass: You are an elite scientist/commando inside an advanced Mecha-Suit. Enter a one-way portal to a distant planet with the purpose of building up a base that will allow travel back to Earth and further colonization. Build up your base, collect samples and research new inventions to survive.

The Good Life (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox – October 15
Available day one with Xbox Game Pass: Journalist Naomi Hayward is drowning in debt. Having accepted a request from The Morning Bell newspaper to “uncover the mystery of a small English town,” Naomi finds herself far from her home in New York, in Rainy Woods, known as “the happiest place in the world.”

Windows 11 is Now Available

Windows 11 has begun rolling out to users around the world. A brand-new Windows experience, Windows 11 is available through a free upgrade on eligible Windows 10 PCs and PCs that come pre-loaded with Windows 11 will start to become available for purchase. Thanks to its superior graphics and amazing speed, games on Windows 11 can look and play better than ever before.

Windows 11 has the Xbox app built right in, allowing you to browse, download, and play over 100 high-quality PC games with Game Pass for PC. The timing couldn’t be better, as October kicks off the three biggest months in Xbox history, with incredible game launches including Age of Empires IV on October 28, Forza Horizon 5 on November 9, and Halo Infinite on December 8. Each of these games will be available to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate and Xbox Game Pass for PC members on day one. Finally, Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can also play more than 100 Xbox console games on their PC without having to wait for a download, thanks to the power of Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) with the Xbox app.

For complete details on what else Windows 11 has to offer, head over to the Windows Blog.

Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) on PC Walkthrough

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can now access Xbox Cloud Gaming (Beta) via the Xbox app on Windows 10 (or later) PCs to play high-quality Game Pass games! Join me on a walkthrough of this experience on PC and a rundown of everything you need to get started. Bonus points for keeping up with the controller count.

In Case You Missed It

AI: The Somnium Files (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Available now
In a near-future Tokyo, detective Kaname Date is on the case of a mysterious serial killer. Date must investigate crime scenes as well as dreams on the hunt for clues. From the mind of Kotaro Uchikoshi (Zero Escape series director), with character design by the Yusuke Kozaki (No More Heroes, Fire Emblem series), a thrilling neo-noir detective adventure is about to unfold.

Dandy Ace (Cloud, Console, and PC) ID@Xbox – Available now
Dandy Ace is an over-the-top fast-paced roguelike experience that follows a fabulous magician seeking to combine and use his magical cards while fighting and looting his way to defeat the Green-Eyed Illusionist, Lele, who has imprisoned him in a cursed mirror. Every run provides new challenges and combinations for players to explore as they progress closer to Lele.

Lemnis Gate (Cloud) – Available now 
Harness the abilities of powerful operatives in mind-bending 4D battles as you disrupt the past to change the future. Lemnis Gate liberates you from the constraints of time to offer a relentlessly inventive multiplayer experience deeply rooted in tactical FPS gameplay. Exploit the unlimited intricacies of time travel and forge your path to victory. 

Marvel’s Avengers (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Available now
Marvel’s Avengers is an epic, third-person, action-adventure game that combines an original, cinematic story with single-player and co-operative gameplay. You’ll be able to assemble into a team of up to four players online, master extraordinary abilities, customize a growing roster of Heroes, and defend the Earth from escalating threats.

Scarlet Nexus (Cloud, Console, and PC) – Available now
Connect with the futuristic world of New Himuka and join humanity’s last line of defense as a psionically gifted member of the Other Suppression Force (OSF). Battle deranged mutants, experience intertwined stories, and unravel hidden mysteries through the paths of Scarlet Nexus’ two powerful protagonists: Yuito Sumeragi and Kasane Randall.

Unsighted (Cloud) ID@Xbox – Available now 
The few androids that remain are running out of Anima, the energy that gives all robots consciousness. It’s up to you, Alma, to save your friends from becoming Unsighted. Explore the vast ruins of Arcadia, using every tool you can find. Time is ticking. They need you.

DLC / Game Updates

Minecraft: Seaside Story – Available now
Do you have the luck of the sea? Find out as you reel in bass and baubles, tripe and treasure! Sell your collection in town or strive to display every type of fish in this relaxing map!

Sea of Thieves Season Four – Available now
Sea of Thieves’ latest Season sees players plunge into the Sunken Kingdom to explore its many mysteries – and plunder its riches – while battling Sirens and other dangers of the deep. Season Four also brings a wealth of new Trials, cosmetic rewards, Commendations, achievements and more!

Wasteland 3: The Cult of the Holy Detonation DLC & Colorado Collection – October 5
Xbox Game Pass members save up to 10%! Venture into the Cheyenne Mountain complex to take possession of a power source that could make Colorado Springs into an electrified utopia, or a smoking crater. It’s up to the Rangers how they’ll handle this radioactive situation. Plus, members can save up to 20% on the Wasteland 3 Colorado Collection, which includes Wasteland 3, both The Battle of Steeltown and Cult of the Holy Detonation expansions, as well as the Colorado Survival Gear bonus items.

Battlefield 2042: Early Access Open Beta with EA Play – October 6-7
Be among the first to experience the next generation of all-out warfare in the Battlefield 2042 open beta. Join the fight on Orbital with a diverse selection of Specialists, cutting-edge weaponry, and vehicles to choose from. Early access is available on October 6 to 7 for all players who pre-order the game or are current EA Play members and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Members. Pre-load the beta starting today!

NHL 22 EA Play Early Access Trial – October 7
The puck officially drops in NHL 22 on October 15! EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can get on the ice early starting October 7 for 10 hours with the early access trial. You’ll also score a 10% discount on pre-orders, plus monthly World of Chel rewards.

Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Perks

RuneScape: Skilling and Currency Pack – Available now
Enjoy this brand new RuneScape Perk for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members that offers a big boost to your skilling! You’ll be levelled up in no time with this bumper-pack of XP-boosting items, a huge wad of in-game currency, loads of Treasure Hunter Keys and a free Xbox-green imp Companion!

Leaving October 15

Be sure to carve out some time to play the following games before they leave the library. As always, this doesn’t need to be a final goodbye, be sure to use your Xbox Game Pass membership discount to save up to 20% before they go!

• Gonner2 (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Heave Ho (PC)
• Katana Zero (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Scourgebringer (Cloud, Console, and PC)
• Tales of Vesperia HD (Console and PC)
• The Swords of Ditto (PC)

It’s now that part of the post where we say something about catching you next time. Until that time comes, be sure to follow us on Twitter at @XboxGamePass and @XboxGamePassPC to get a heads up when these games are available to play. Catch you next time!

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — October 6, 2021 — Today at the Ghost Recon 20th Anniversary Showcase, Ubisoft announced Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Frontline, a new free-to-play, massive PvP shooter grounded in the renowned Ghost Recon universe.

Ghost Recon Frontline will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Stadia, Luna and Windows PC via Ubisoft Connect, with full cross-play available at launch. Players can register now at ghostreconfrontline.com for a chance to play in early tests and to get the latest news and updates. The first closed test will run from October 14th to October 21st, for PC players in Europe only*. 

Developed by Ubisoft Bucharest**, which previously worked on Ghost Recon Wildlands and Ghost Recon Breakpoint, Ghost Recon Frontline offers a new and never-before-seen way for players to explore the Ghost Recon universe, with a free-to-play, 100+ players, PvP first-person military experience.

In Ghost Recon Frontline, players will discover Drakemoor island, an open world full of diverse landmarks and biomes. The game features a large set of tactical support tools, offering players complete freedom in strategic gameplay throughout various game modes.  Expedition, the game’s flagship mode, offers a new take on the battle royale genre. Featuring more than 100 players in teams of three, these squads will have to work together to complete dynamic objectives across the massive open map with no converging circle. Once players are done collecting intel, they will have to head to a drop zone and call for an extraction. When initiated, all teams will know the position of the extraction and will try to intervene, players will have to play tactically to successfully escape and win the match. Additional modes will also be available at launch.

Ghost Recon Frontline offers a unique and advanced class system, allowing players to upgrade and customise each contractor to fit their strategy. Three classes of contractors will be available during the first closed test, with more available at launch:

–            Assault Class provides great sustainability in close range fights and overall proficiency maneuvers.

–            Support Class offers superior protection with fortification abilities.

–            Scout Class can easily recon the area for the squad, revealing and pestering enemies from a distance without fear of retaliation.

Players can even switch between different contractors even in the heart of battle, making each game unique and highly tactical.

“We can’t wait to see players’ reactions during the first test of Ghost Recon Frontline. We will be working hard to adjust the game accordingly throughout the several live phases planned before launch, as we want to deliver the most polished and entertaining experience possible for players,” said Bogdan Bridinel, Creative Director at Ubisoft Bucharest.

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Ghost Recon franchise, players can download the first game of the series, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon, for free on Ubisoft Connect. In addition, the Fallen Ghost DLC is free to access for all Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands players, and the Deep State Adventure DLC is free to access for all Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint players on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Stadia and Windows PC via Ubisoft Connect and the Epic Games Store until October 12.*** 

The first closed test of Ghost Recon Frontline will start on October 14 for PC players in Europe only. Players can go to ghostreconfrontline.com to register for upcoming news, information and game tests.

* October 14th, test only available for PC in Europe, list of countries available on ghostreconfrontline.com.  Additional tests will be available at a later date.

**Ubisoft Bucharest in collaboration with Ubisoft Belgrade, Ubisoft Craiova, Ubisoft Kyiv and Ubisoft Odesa.

*** To access the Fallen Ghost DLC players must own Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands. To access the Deep State Adventure DLC players must own Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Breakpoint. Both DLCs are free to access from October 6, 4am AEDT to October 12, 4am AEDT. 

About Ubisoft         

Ubisoft is a leading creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and services, with a rich portfolio of world-renowned brands, including Assassin’s Creed®, Far Cry®, For Honor®, Just Dance®, Watch Dogs®, and Tom Clancy’s video game series including Ghost Recon®, Rainbow Six® and The Division®. The teams throughout Ubisoft’s worldwide network of studios and business offices are committed to delivering original and memorable gaming experiences across all popular platforms, including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs. For the 2020-21 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2,241 million. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com. 

About Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon

Launched in 2001 with critical acclaim from fans of the Tom Clancy’s world, the Ghost Recon franchise has since convinced 40 million players thanks to breakthrough releases and has become one of the best-selling Tom Clancy’s brand on the last generation of consoles and PC.

© 2021 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered trademarks in the US and/or other countries.

6^th October 2021: Your voices have been heard, and a long-kept secret is out. The long-awaited, much-anticipated Alan Wake Remastered – the complete Alan Wake experience is now available at Australian retailers.

Featuring both story expansions ‘The Signal’ and ‘The Writer’ and a brand new developer commentary, Alan Wake Remastered is releasing on Xbox One, Xbox Series X and for the first time ever – PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 with full DualSense support. The path has been long and shrouded in darkness, but the road ahead lies written. Dwellers of Bright Falls, veterans of the light, thrill-seekers of the future – this is for you.

Check out the launch trailer here.

The Remedy team and their collaborators over at d3t have been working hard to make the legacy of Alan Wake fit for a new generation. Those of you who are looking to revisit the quaint town of Bright Falls to experience a tale close to your heart, do not fret – Alan Wake Remastered will not alter what’s held dear by so many of you. We know that rewriting history has its consequences, and just like you, we’re not looking to bring the Dark Presence our way prematurely. Instead, Alan Wake Remastered brings back what you know and love in an elevated state, to give fans and those new to the tale alike a chance to experience Alan Wake in a new light.  

Alan Wake Remastered includes the main game as well as its two separate story expansions – ‘The Signal’ and ‘The Writer’, all rendered in all-new 4K visuals. The game’s cutscenes, quirky cast of characters and majestic Pacific Northwest vistas have all been enhanced for a visual impact that matches its unnerving atmosphere. The tense, episodic story is packed with unexpected twists, heart-stopping cliff hangers and jaw-dropping, intense bursts of combat where it takes more than bullets to banish the darkness that lies ahead.  

Alan Wake Remastered is now available at Australian retailers on Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.

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Tabletop Industry Reunites at PAX Unplugged 2021 in December, Badges On-Sale Soon

Cephalofair, R. Talsorian, AEG, XYZ Game Labs, KOSMOS, and More to Exhibit

PHILADELPHIA — 6 October 2021 — PAX Unplugged, the most attended tabletop gaming convention in the eastern U.S., returns to the Philadelphia Convention Center from 10 – 12 Dec. 2021. Badges go on-sale soon for the first in-person PAX Unplugged in two years, where attendees can experience new game demos, exciting tournaments, panels with industry giants, and more.

ReedPop and Penny Arcade will build on the successful return of PAX West over Labor Day weekend, where robust health and safety guidelines resulted in universal mask compliance and 93% of attendees showing proof of vaccination. PAX Unplugged 2021 will require all attendees to show proof of a complete COVID-19 vaccination series and abide by stringent masking requirements. For more information, please see the official health and safety guidelines.

Hundreds of game publishers, independent creators, and vendors will showcase their wares in Philadelphia, PA, including many of the biggest names in board games, role playing games, miniatures, and card games. Go hands-on with the latest from Cephalofair, creators of the wildly popular tactical phenomenon Gloomhaven. Hang out with R. Talsorian Games, makers of the Cyberpunk role-playing universe and The Witcher Pen & Paper RPG. Experience live demos from CGE, publishers of Codenames, Galaxy Trucker,and Sanctum.

Explore a massive show floor populated by Bézier Games, KOSMOS, Rock Manor Games, Lone Shark Games, Mage Hand Press, Devir Games, Chaosium Inc., Leder Games, Wyrmwood, and many more. Witness panels hosted by acclaimed designers, content creators, and fan-favorite personalities. Safely make new friends and reminisce with party members in the freeplay area, with hundreds of titles at your fingertips.

“Boardgames are, among other things, about being together,” said Jerry Holkins, co-founder, Penny Arcade. “With our safety protocols in place for PAX Unplugged, it’s time to dust off those Legacy games we got halfway through in 2019.”

Three-day badges for PAX Unplugged 2021 go on-sale soon for $75, while individual Friday, Saturday, and Sunday badges will go for $35 each. 

For badge purchasing, travel info, event schedules, FAQs, and more, check out the PAX Unplugged website, join the official Discord server, and follow PAX on Twitter, Facebook, Twitch, YouTube, and Instagram.

About PAX

PAX, or Penny Arcade Expo, is a festival for gamers to celebrate gaming culture. First held in Seattle in 2004, PAX has nearly doubled in size each successive year, with PAX Prime 2014 selling out of tickets in a matter of minutes. Connecting the world’s leading game publishers with their most avid and influential fans, PAX expanded with a second show in Boston in 2010, and a third in San Antonio in 2015, making it the three largest gaming shows in North America. The first international PAX was held in Melbourne, Australia in 2013. In 2017, Penny Arcade established PAX Unplugged, its first tabletop focused show, held in Philadelphia.

About ReedPop

ReedPop is a boutique group within Reed Exhibitions – the world’s leading event organizer. Launched in 2006, the group has become the number one producer of pop culture events across the globe as well as a full-service digital content provider and media company. Delivering once-in-a-lifetime fan experiences curated specifically for localized audiences, ReedPop currently features events in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, India, Africa, and Australia, including: New York Comic Con (NYCC), Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), PAX West, East, South, and Australia, Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC), MCM Comic Con, BookCon, Oz Comic Con, EGX, Comic Con India, Comic Con Paris, Comic Con Seoul, Comic Con Africa, Star Wars Celebration, and ComplexCon. ReedPop also runs and operates Gamer Network and its portfolio of leading gaming websites including Eurogamer, RockPaperShotgun, and GamesIndustry.biz. The staff at ReedPop are a fan-based, globally focused group of professionals that are uniquely qualified to build and serve the communities with whom they share a common passion.

About Penny Arcade

Penny Arcade has been the world’s most popular webcomic for over 20 years, with over 3.5 million readers. Started in 1998 in the living room of Mike Krahulik & Jerry Holkins, it has grown into a media empire encompassing multiple beloved properties such as Lookouts, Automata, and beloved D&D live-play series Acquisitions Incorporated. Penny Arcade was responsible for the creation of Child’s Play, a gaming charity that has raised over $45 million dollars for children across the world. They are also the founders of PAX, the number one consumer gaming festival in North America, with hundreds of thousands of loyal visitors every year.