Jump right into the world of the Marsupilamis this November 16^th!

Sydney, Australia – August 27^th 2021 – Gamescom 2021 – Microids is delighted to unveil the first trailer for Marsupilami: Hoobadventure!

Three Marsupilamis; Punch, Twister and Hope are on their way to reach your gaming platform of choice on November 16^th across the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One or PC platform. Get ready to travel through various environments and jump all over to save the animals from a terrible curse.

Watch the trailer here:

About Marsupilami: Hoobadventure

Punch, Twister and Hope are three Marsupilamis living a peaceful life in Palombia. Their lives are about to take a drastic turn when they accidentally open a sarcophagus whilst playing with debris on a beach, releasing a mysterious ghost cursing all the animals! Thankfully, our three Marsupilamis are immune to the curse and decided to set out on an adventure and find the ghost and reverse the curse.

Inspired by the comic book Marsupilami from Franquin, this 2.5D platformer will take you on a colourful journey through the Palombian jungle, a coastal city and even an abandoned temple. Jump, punch, dash and swing with your tail like how Marsupilamis do!

While mainly targeting a younger audience, the most dedicated gamers would be delighted to learn that the Time Attack mode will challenge them to finish each level as fast as they can. And for players who want more, a beautiful artwork gallery will be unlocked after collecting hidden feathers and visiting secret dojos.

The Marsupilami is a fictional animal created by André Franquin appearing for the first time in the “Spirou & Fantasio” comic book series. The Marsupilami was so popular it earned its own dedicated hardcover series published by Dupuis.

Marsupilami: Hoobadventure! Will be available in the following editions:

• Tropical Edition
  • The game Marsupilami: Hoobadventure
  • 2 sticker sheets
  • One door hanger

• Collector’s Edition
  • The game Marsupilami: Hoobadventure
  • 2 sticker sheets
  • One door hanger
  • A 14cm Marsupilami figurine

Marsupilami: Hoobadventure will be released on November 16^th 2021 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. The game will be compatible with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Fact sheet:

• Title: Marsupilami: Hoobadventure
• Genre: Platform
• Platforms: PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC/Mac. The game will be compatible with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
• Release date: November 16^th 2021
• Developer: Ocellus Studio
• Publisher: Microids
• Languages: French, English, Italian, German and Spanish

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About Microids

Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset, Philippe Dessoly and Pierre Adane), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, including Asterix & Obelix, and Titeuf, Garfield, Fort Boyard, XIII and Blacksad, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.

About Dupuis

Ever since its creation in 1938, Dupuis develops comic books seducing a wide audience.

Dupuis is deeply rooted within the Franco-Belgian comic book movement and its very own renown series. The company’s strength relies on its capacity to regularly reinvent itself and think ahead. Creator of universes and legendary heroes like Lucky Luke, Spirou, Boule & Bill, The Smurfs, Cédric and Largo Winch, Dupuis allows its contemporary publications to benefit from the experience of the most famous comic book authors.

Dupuis has always integrated the publishing, animation and licensing department to ensure a consistent exploitation of its intellectual properties

Gothenburg, Sweden – 27 August 2021 – At gamescom 2021 Zoink Games’ 
“Lost In Random”™ was honored as winners in the Best Indie Game category which was announced during the event Thursday evening. Lost in Random is a gothic fairytale-inspired action adventure developed by the award-winning Swedish game studio, Zoink and published by Electronic Arts. This is the second collaboration between the studio Zoink and Electronic Arts indie label, EA Originals.

In Lost In Random players will embark on a journey through the twisted, dystopian world of Random together with Even and her living dice, Dicey. In this kingdom, chance rules, and players will influence it in their favor, experience explosive dice battles, play with time, and learn exciting abilities and spells.

“I’m so grateful for this award and thrilled for our team of passionate developers – whose ideas are all over the world of Random. It inspires us to go even further into odd territory and keep on doing our thing. I hope many will take a chance, roll the dice and experience this unrestrained creativity for themselves!” – says Olov Redmalm, Creative Director and Lead Writer of Lost in Random in a press release for gamescom. 

Lost in Random is available for pre-order on select platforms, and will be available September 10, 2021 for the Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC on Origin and Steam. 

Zoink Games
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About Zoink Games
Zoink Games,- a Thunderful Games Studio, is an award-winning team located in Gothenburg, Sweden, that focuses on immersive storytelling, juicy artwork and weird ideas. Always looking to try something new with its projects, Zoinks’ games range from the mystical Fe, to quirky adventure Flipping Death and emotional VR story Ghost Giant.

About Thunderful Games
Thunderful Games consists of Thunderful Development and Thunderful Publishing, headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden and is a part of Thunderful Group. 

Thunderful Development covers a network of game studios who have created critically and commercially successful titles such as the award-winning SteamWorld series, Fe, Ghost Giant and Flipping Death. Currently Thunderful Development is creating The Gunk, Lost In Random and numerous unannounced titles. 

Thunderful Publishing is responsible for all publishing duties on games under the Thunderful banner. Working with external studios, Thunderful Publishing have published titles such as Curious Expedition 2, Lonely Mountains: Downhill, Say No! More and the upcoming Planet of Lana. 

Go on a Nightshift with Friends today with the popular simulation’s newest update!  

• The multiplayer update “Nightshift with Friends” will be released today at 12 p.m. CEST/ 6 a.m. EDT
• The update includes the extensive 2-player co-op mode as well as new gameplay features such as nightshifts, new traffic offences, road flares and more. 

Duesseldorf/Germany, August 26, 2021 – Protecting the virtual city of Brighton as a police officer in Police Simulator: Patrol Officers has so far been a pure single-player experience. This is now set to change with the Nightshift with Friends update, which will be released today at 12 p.m. CEST/6 a.m. EDT in time for this year’s gamescom – one of the leading events for computer and videogames worldwide. The second larger content update for the popular Early Access game will add a 2-player co-op mode, and introduce additional features such as night shifts and further traffic offenses that will make going on patrol much more varied and realistic. 

Find out more in today’s update release trailer!

After the recently released Background Check update which added multiple languages, a new vehicle, an additional district and the police computer for checking suspicious vehicles and persons, fans of the popular simulation game can now patrol the streets of Brighton in pairs and have each other’s backs. While exploring the city after dark during the newly introduced nightshifts, they will also notice some new traffic violations such as cars driving with smoking exhaust pipes, broken head or tail lights or roaring motors disturbing the neighborhood. Newly introduced flashlights will enable them to peer into even the darkest corners and road flares are set to make accident sites much more secure after nightfall.

Police Simulator: Patrol Officers is available for PC via Steam™ and the official astragon homepage for 19.99 Euro/USD 24.99/17.99 GBP (RSP). The game is supported by a game-grant of the German funding body FilmFernsehFonds Bayern. All contents of the update phases until the official end of Early Access are already included in the price. A detailed overview of upcoming content can be found in the official Police Simulator: Patrol Officers Roadmap.  

More Information:

Steam™:  https://store.steampowered.com/app/997010/Police_Simulator_Patrol_Officers/

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About astragon Entertainment GmbH  
astragon Entertainment (founded on July 25, 2000 in Hagen/Germany, since 2019 based in Duesseldorf/Germany) is one of the leading independent German games publishers. The focus of the diverse product portfolio of our company, lies on high-quality technical simulation games such as Construction Simulator, or Bus Simulator, but also many other exciting games such as Police Simulator: Patrol Officers or Drone Swarm. The distribution of high-quality licensed and distribution products such as Farming Simulator, Transport Fever 2 and SnowRunner complete our attractive product range. astragon games are available world-wide on many different platforms such as consoles, smartphones, tablets, and PC. Find more information at: http://www.astragon.de/en/.  
  
About Aesir Interactive   
Aesir Interactive is a German development studio based in Munich, Bavaria. Over 35 passionate designers, artists and programmers lay the foundation for engaging games and innovative interactive applications. As a leading Unreal Engine developer, Aesir established a formidable tech-stack and workflow for smooth continuous development and integration, creating lively and beautiful worlds for passionate gamers across the globe on all major consoles and PC.   
The diverse members of Aesir come from all over the world, yet they share a common path – Crafting memorable experiences through elegance, discipline, and excellence. For more information, visit aesir-interactive.com.  

About FilmFernsehFonds Bayern  
FFF Bayern provides funding for story and project development, the production of feature and television films, international co-productions for feature films or high-end series, (web)-serial and virtual reality formats, distribution and sales, cinemas as well as games. Besides its funding activities, FFF Bayern is also involved in extensive consulting and information services for the film, television, and games industry. Shareholders of FFF Bayern are the Free State of Bavaria, the Bavarian regulatory authority for new media (BLM), Bayerischer Rundfunk (BR), Zweites DeutschesFernsehen (ZDF), Seven.One Entertainment Group, RTL Television and Sky Deutschland Fernsehen. For more information, visit www.fff-bayern.de

The tongue-in-cheek VR game is now available on PS VR, Oculus Quest and PC VR

August 26, 2021: Vertigo Games, the VR specialist publishing and development arm of the Koch Media Group, and Little Chicken Game Company (REKT!, Track Labs) are delighted to announce that the tongue-in-cheek VR sim Traffic Jams is out now on PlayStation VR for $29.95 RRP, with a 25% launch discount for PlayStation Plus members until September 9th. Already released on Oculus Quest and PC VR earlier this year, Traffic Jams brings wacky traffic control fun and couch party play to a whole new audience of PlayStation VR players.

The launch trailer shows off some of the wacky monsters and (un)natural disasters that players have to face in Traffic Jams:

Unique take on traffic control

Traffic Jams introduces a fun and unique take on traffic control full of unexpected twists and turns, offering easy to pick-up yet hard to master gameplay to excite both new and seasoned VR players. The VR sim is set in a wacky cartoon world that lends itself perfectly to the even wackier challenges that players have to face, ranging from pesky to downright outrageous. With its launch on Oculus Quest and PC VR in April of this year, various players and renowned VR game press have already expressed their positive experience with Traffic Jams. The game scores a 4 out of 5 on the Oculus store and is sitting lofty at a 92% positive user review score on Steam. 

In the world of Traffic Jams all traffic lights have gone out. It’s up to you to keep traffic flowing in the face of outrageous events and flagrant road rage! Starting out on a quiet corner in a small town, job offers soon start pouring in from iconic cities around the globe where you’ll need to guide rude pedestrians, impatient drivers, and the occasional meteorite along before road rage strikes. Sound easy? Think again! This wacky VR game throws in monsters, (un)natural disasters, and up to 4 non-VR friends in (couch) party mode!

Published by Vertigo Games and developed by Little Chicken, Traffic Jams is available now for PlayStation VR, Oculus Quest and PC VR and supports Oculus store cross-buy. 

For more news about Traffic Jams, find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and subscribe to the newsletter at trafficjams-vr.com.

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About Traffic Jams

In a world without traffic lights, one reigns supreme. Step onto the crossroads and keep traffic flowing in the face of outrageous events and flagrant road rage. Easy? Think again! This chaotic VR game throws in monsters, (un)natural disasters, and up to 4 non-VR friends in party mode! trafficjams-vr.com 

About Vertigo Games

Vertigo Games is a multi-platform VR publisher and developer with offices in Rotterdam, The Netherlands and Los Angeles, California. With teams in the areas of development, publishing and LBE (location-based entertainment) distribution, the company offers a growing portfolio of quality VR games that provide novel, powerful and full-featured gaming experiences both inside of the home, and outside of the home through its leading LBE content provider and management platform SpringboardVR. Current games include the evergreen brand Arizona Sunshine®,A Fisherman’s Tale, Traffic Jams and LBE-exclusive VR experiences like Ghost Patrol® VR. Vertigo Games has four releases in the 2021 publishing pipeline, including Vertigo Studios’ next VR action FPS game After the Fall® and the VR music game Unplugged. Vertigo Games is a Koch Media Group company. vertigo-games.com 

About Little Chicken

Little Chicken started making games back in 2001. With a rich history in work for hire projects, among which a lot of VR projects on the early VR platforms, the studios switched to making their own games back in 2015. They released REKT! and Rescue Wings on mobile platforms. And also Track Lab, a music-making gamified tool on the PlayStation VR platform. From that team comes Traffic Jams, where all the lessons learned in VR and all previous games come together. littlechicken.nl

Third Film in the Globally Popular My Hero Academia Franchise Arrives in Theaters in North America and the UK on October 29, Australia and New Zealand on October 28 and Coming Soon in Latin America and Scandinavia

26 August 2021 – Heroes unite to save the world! Funimation, the market leader in anime serving fans worldwide, is bringing the next exciting cinematic installment of the popular anime My Hero Academia to theaters this fall.

My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission,from Toho Co Ltd., continues the journey of the young heroes-in-training as they try to save the world in a thrilling, edge-of-your-seat addition to this global phenomenon franchise. The film, shown in both English subtitles and dub, arrives in more than 1,500 theaters in the United States and Canada on October 29 (with tickets on sale October 1); in the United Kingdom and Ireland (October 29); and in Australia and New Zealand (October 28).  The film will be coming soon to Latin America (in Spanish and Portuguese) and to Scandinavia by Funimation Global Group’s Wakanim in Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and Iceland, all with subtitles in English as well as in each country’s corresponding language (except Iceland).

In My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission, U.A. High School students Izuku Midoriya, Shoto Todoroki, and Katsuki Bakugo face the greatest crisis in My Hero Academia history, with only two hours to save the world!During their internship with the number one Pro Hero Endeavor Agency, Deku and his new friend Rody find themselves wanted nationwide for a crime they didn’t commit.  Can Deku and his friends stop Humarise’s global plans of eliminating all Quirks?

The film’s English and Japanese cast delivering includes:

Izuku Midoriya – Justin Briner (English), Daiki Yamashita (Japanese) 
Katsuki Bakugo – Clifford Chapin (English), Nobuhiko Okamoto (Japanese)
Shoto Todoroki – David Matranga (English), Yuki Kaji (Japanese) 
Endeavor – Patrick Seitz (English), Tetsu Inada (Japanese) 
Flect Turn – Robbie Daymond (English), Kazuya Nakai (Japanese)
Pino – Cristina Vee (English), Megumi Hayashibara (Japanese) 
Rody Soul – Ryan Colt Levy (English), Ryo Yoshizawa (Japanese) 

The film is directed by Kenji Nagasaki. My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission is not yet rated and has an approximate running time of 104 minutes.

My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission is the third My Hero Academia filmand comes on the heels of the launch of the fifth season of the My Hero Academia series currently streaming on Funimation.  The previous two My Hero Academia films are My Hero Academia: Heroes Rising (2020) and My Hero Academia: Two Heroes (2018).

“Funimation brought My Hero Academia to U.S. audiences and has championed the anime through all five television seasons on Funimation, three movie releases, merchandise and the rise of an incredible community of fans,” said Colin Decker, CEO for the Funimation Global Group. “We’re proud to team up with Toho and the production committee to deliver another outstanding adventure for Deku, Bakugo and the characters from the My Hero Academia universe that fans have come to love.”  

My Hero Academia has captivated audiences beyond the core anime and Japanese entertainment fans through unique storytelling around the global superhero phenomenon. The series has introduced a number of diverse characters who each have their own special “Quirk” (a special superhuman ability that a person can have), allowing fans the opportunity to connect with their favorite characters on a personal level. My Hero Academia: World Heroes’ Mission serves as a standalone film that will continue bringing superhero action and adventure to a wide range of audiences to enjoy.

About Funimation

If it’s anime, it’s Funimation.

As the market leader in anime, we proudly deliver incredible fan experiences across television, feature films, events, collectibles, and the Funimation App.

Headquartered in the US and connected by a global network, our anime-obsessed team serves the fandom in over 52 countries and 10 languages. With over 400 team members, we’ve built a global community where fans and their passion will always have a place to belong. 

Funimation is an independently operated joint venture between US-based Sony Pictures Entertainment, and Japan’s Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group Corporation.

Visit funimation.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

The Karin Sultan RS Classic Arrives Plus Shipwreck Spotted on the Shores, 2X GTA$ and RP on Auto Shop Client Jobs, and More

When you are mid-way through a rally and clenching, ask yourself, what do you need to reach the finish? A car that’s reliable, controllable, safe, and robust? Or a car that’s an overclocked mod machine with more personality than sense? Why not both?

Enter the Karin Sultan RS Classic, available now from Southern San Andreas Super Autos.

Shipwreck on the Shores

Treasure hunters and tourists are reporting sightings of a wooden boat washed up on the waterfront. The wreck is said to contain treasure and scraps of clothing, seven of which can be combined to form an outfit from a previous era. Each day, the wreck’s whereabouts will be subject to the tides. Should you spot it out on your travels, make sure to check for a chest filled with bounty.

Only one Shipwreck can be found per day — you can track whether you’ve found today’s Shipwreck via the Daily Collectibles section of the Interaction Menu.

2X GTA$ and RP on Auto Shop Client Jobs

An Auto Shop is more than a front for planning shakedowns with your crew – it is also a legitimate business with a buzzing clientele. Sessanta will get in contact with you when customers pull up with their cars. It’s then up to you to modify them to their specifications and deliver the finished product. Completing any Auto Shop Client Jobs this week will pay back Double Rewards, all week long.

2X GTA$ and RP on Lester Contact Missions

Buzz, buzz. Give Lester Crest a call on your iFruit this week to request a Job. All Lester Contact Missions are all doling out 2X GTA$ and RP.

Rev Your Engines: 2X GTA$ and RP on Select Stunt Races

Adrenaline is a wonderful thing. Get your heart pumping by jumping over your competition, whether that’s behind the wheel of a Trophy Truck or jostling for position above the La Puerta Freeway.

Racers can take home 2X GTA$ and RP on all the new Stunt Races released this year, namely: Sun, Sea and Chicanes, A Tight Spot, Bridge Too Far, Cluster Struck, Vicious Spiral, Canyon Fodder, Smoke Up Your Asphalt, and City Limits.

Tripled Salaries for Bodyguards and Associates

It’s brutal out there. The 1% needs protection, too. Luckily, sheltering the elite is a career track all its own. This week, all Bodyguards and Associates’ salaries are tripled for laying down life and limb in the line of duty. Trickle-down economics in action.

Car Meet Prize Ride and Challenge

LS Car Meet members who place in the Top 2 in the Pursuit Series for 4 days in a row will receive an Annis Euros to tune up as you see fit.

Test Out New and Unreleased Cars on the Test Track

There’s nothing wrong with trying something on for size. You’d do it with a pair of pants at Binco, so why wouldn’t you do the same with a car? Stop by the Car Meet’s Test Track and rev the engine of the new Karin Sultan RS Classic, the upcoming Übermacht Cypher, and the Obey Tailgater S, at no cost to you – even if you scrape a little paint during a Time Trial or a Scramble.

This Week on the Podium: The Vapid GB200

Stop by the lobby of the Diamond Casino & Resort any time this week to give the Lucky Wheel a spin. Who knows, you could walk away with GTA$, RP, snacks, clothing, not to mention a Vapid GB200, a no-frills, two-door rally-car that harkens back to an era of reckless abandon.

Discounts:

Afraid of showing up to the Car Meet in a rust bucket? Spice up your collection by adding a Vapid Dominator GTT for 30% off, as well as 40% off a selection of vehicles. Meanwhile, all Bunkers are half off, while their Upgrades are on sale for 40% off for the next week.

See below for the complete list of discounts.

Vehicles:

• Vapid Dominator GTT – 30% off
• Bravado Half-Track – 40% off
• Dinka Verus – 40% off
• Pegassi Tezeract – 40% off
• Dewbauchee Specter – 30% off

Real Estate and Renovations:

• All Bunkers – 50% off
• Bunker Upgrades and Modifications – 40% off

Prime Gaming Bonuses and Benefits

GTA Online players who successfully connect their Rockstar Games Social Club account with Prime Gaming will get GTA$100K just for playing any time this week.

Prime Gaming members can also take advantage of exclusive discounts, including 35% off the Obey Tailgater S and a steep 80% off the Vapid Flash GT.

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

Check Rockstar Support for details and limitations.

Gungrave G.O.R.E – New cinematic teaser reveals the gory return of Grave in 2022

Sydney, Australia – (27th August, 2021) – Studio IGGYMOB and Prime Matter are proud to unveil a brand new cinematic teaser for Gungrave G.O.R.E, as part of GamesRadar’s Future Games Show at Gamescom.

It’s a bird… It’s a plane… It’s Grave in a flying coffin!

Watch as gunslinging badass anti-hero Grave descends upon “Scumland” in a rather unorthodox way, respectfully introducing himself to a gang of local thugs and literally turning heads in the process.

You can watch the teaser here:

Grave returns in 2022 to PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S|X and PC. Stay tuned for more!

About Gungrave G.O.R.E

Gungrave G.O.R.E is a stylish third-person action shooter by South-Korean Studio IGGYMOB, in which you take on the role of Grave, a gunslinger of resurrection and badass anti-hero of your dreams, mowing down tons of enemies in a gory ballet of bullets.

As a sequel, Gungrave G.O.R.E is the ultimate resurrection of the Gungrave franchise for veteran gunslingers and Gungrave fans, but also a gloriously gory standalone story experience for a new generation of gamers, and on a new generation of consoles.

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About Studio IGGYMOB
Based in Seoul, South Korea, IGGYMOB is comprised of seasoned veterans of the video games industry and young, fresh talent. The multinational team is developing console titles across various platforms.

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.

About Koch Media 
The Koch Media Group is a global developer, publisher and distributor of video games, VR games, gaming hardware and merchandise. 

The group’s publishing activities, marketing and distribution extend throughout Europe, America, Australia and Asia. Koch Media has more than 25 years of experience in the digital media business and has risen to become a leading global publishing partner. The Koch Media Group runs a multi-label strategy with fully owned publishing units such as Prime Matter, Deep Silver, Milestone, Vertigo Games and Ravenscourt, publishing games for consoles, PC and VR platforms across all physical and digital channels.

Additionally, as global publishing partner Koch Media has formed long-term multi-national publishing collaborations with numerous game publishers including Activision Blizzard, Bethesda, Capcom, CI Games, Giants Software, Kalypso, Koei Tecmo, Konami, Paradox, Sega, SNK, Square Enix, Techland, Tripwire, Warner Bros, and many others.

With its parent company in Höfen, Austria, and the Publishing HQ in Munich, Germany, Koch Media owns local publishing companies in Germany, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Sweden, the Netherlands, Austria, Switzerland, Poland, Australia, the United States as well as Japan and Hong Kong.

The Koch Media Group owns ten game development studios: Deep Silver Volition (Champaign, IL / USA), Deep Silver Dambuster Studios (Nottingham / UK), Deep Silver Fishlabs (Hamburg / Germany), Warhorse Studios (Prague / Czech Republic), Milestone (Milan / Italy), Voxler (Paris / France) , Flying Wild Hog (Warsaw, Kraków, Rzeszów  / Poland), Free Radical Design (Nottingham / UK) and Vertigo Games (Rotterdam /The Netherlands), DigixArt (Montpellier, France).Additionally, the Koch Media Group collaborates with numerous independent development studios around the world.

Part of the Koch Media Group is also Koch Films, a leading European independent film distributor with business primarily in Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Italy as a cinema, TV, online and Home Entertainment distributor. The Koch Media Group also owns Gaya Entertainment, a leading video game merchandise company in Munich, Germany, and the Quality Assurance Facility in Olomouc, Czech Republic. 

Koch Media is an Embracer Group company.

Sydney, Australia  August 27^th 2021 – Microids and IMPS are delighted to introduce more details on the ultimate tool the Smurfs will use to fight back against the Vileaf corrupting their forest! This devilish and very toxic plant created by Gargamel endangers both the flora and our little blue friends! Indeed, the “viletrap” seeds secreted by the Vileaf lure the Smurfs and keep them captive in organic cages…

Despite this dreadful situation, all hopes are not lost! Handy Smurf has THE ideal tool to save the day and you’ll find all the details is this new trailer!

This impressive tool is the incredible Smurfizer, a revolutionary invention including great features like:

• A body made of wood and metal: These materials are well known for their sturdiness! Perfect for a great adventure!
• A stable shoulder strap: Super convenient to carry the Smurfizer easily with a complete freedom of movement.
• An ergonomic handle: For a fantastic grip and a precision like no other!
• And last but not least, a pollen pump: Great for vaporizing pollen over a long distance!

The Smurfizer will allow you to rush, glide, smash, vacuum and shoot out projectiles, but most importantly, vaporize a powerful antidote developed by Papa Smurf to heal the plants infected by the vileaf and fight various enemies. Once you’ve tried the Smurfizer, you’ll asked yourself how you could ever live without it!

Game details:

• Embark on a brand new journey with a unique and easy to pick up gameplay. The Smurfs – Mission Vileaf will appeal to all gamer profiles, fans of the cute characters, or 3D platformer aficionados, would they be beginners or experienced players.
• A one-of-a-kind roster! Take control of 4 emblematic Smurfs: Smurfette, Hefty, Brainy and Chef.
• The Smurfizer, a very smurful tool! Your do-it-all Smurfizer will not only allow you to heal the corrupted plants but also facilitate your progression through the game thanks to its multiple functions! Jump higher, glide, dive and overcome all the obstacles you’ll encounter!
• A platform Adventure game with a capital A! Explore each corner of the 5 worlds and find your way through the levels to collect all the ingredients to prepare the antidote the forest desperately needs!
• Bring the Smurfs’ village back to life! Find useful items along the way to upgrade your Smurfizer and work towards bringing the Smurf village back to its former glory!

Check out the game’s retail versions: The Smurftastic and the Collector Editions, available now for pre-order!

The Smurftastic Edition contains:

• The game on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch
• 3 lithographs (10x15cm)
• A Papa Smurf keychain (5cm)
• Sticker sheets (11×8,5cm)

The Collector Edition contains all items available in the Smurftastic Edition plus two items:

• A resin Hefty Smurf figurine (14.5cm)
• The game soundtrack (digitally claimable with a code)
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THE SMURFS – MISSION VILEAF will be released October 26^th on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, consoles Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

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About Microids

Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset, Philippe Dessoly and Pierre Adane), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, including Asterix & Obelix, and Titeuf, Garfield, Fort Boyard, XIII and Blacksad, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.

About Peyo, IMPS (International Merchandising Promotions & Services)

IMPS is the world license holder for The Smurfs. Ever since its establishment in 1984, IMPS has worked closely with its teams worldwide to develop with success many merchandising programs, retail operations, publishing activities, broadcasting offers, theme parks, shows, video games, online games, official Smurfs license soundtrack… All of which played a part in the global success of the franchise. IMPS is managed by Véronique Culliford, Pierre Culliford’s daughter, the Smurfs’s creator, better known by his pseudonym Peyo.

Comanche Is Ready For Take Off: Helicopter Action Game Flies Out of Early Access Today

Sydney, Australia, August 27^th,  2021 – Pilots, Comanche gets a full release! Some time has passed since the last Early Access Update, as we were preparing a lot of new content. Seven brand new Conflicts missions await to be conquered and mastered. For the first time, you can pilot different Comanche variants in some of them. Also, beware of two new enemies: Deadly sniper railguns will take you down instantly without any hesitation. ICBM carriers need to be disabled before they launch dangerous payloads causing fatal damage.

Many missions got a new graphical treatment, be it old or new ones. Visual effects were polished to look even better, and lightning setups in missions were adjusted for a better atmosphere. We focused also on the experience outside of the game. The great news is that Comanche is now playable in English, French, German, Spanish, Polish, Czech, Russian, and Chinese. The community can now beat all achievements (on Steam, MSFT, GOG) or collect every trading card (Steam only).

Comanche is in its full strength now. We are very thankful for your feedback during the Early Access period, it is highly appreciated and allowed us to make the game better with every update. There is only one thing that remains to be said:

Get to da Choppa!

About Comanche
Comanche is a modern helicopter shooter set in an alternative future. Fight in the evolving single-player campaign, master your skills in Conflicts missions, or compete with other players in the explosive team-based multiplayer modes.

• Evolving Single-Player Campaign
  Fight in the evolving single-player campaign and make a difference in a conflict of global proportions. After the Iran-US RQ170 incident, in which a UAV was hacked and captured through cyber warfare, the US army secretly revived the development of the RAH-66 helicopter program for special operations. The goal was to develop a highly maneuverable and advanced stealth war machine capable of deploy low-range drones operating in high-risk environments.
  The program was a total success, and the Comanche special units seemed unstoppable in their missions. But then, when the blueprints leaked through a whistleblower website, every group, and power, who could afford it, built and modified the Comanche for their purposes. With that, a new era of helicopter warfare had begun.

• Skill-based Conflicts missions
  Master challenging missions in singleplayer game mode called Conflicts. Complete different objectives, earn medals for special tasks, and learn about Tellus Task Force’s world, the part of IJTF. Each medal provides its challenge, so prepare to test your skills!
• Team-based multiplayer
  Compete with other Comanche players from all around the world in explosive team-based multiplayer modes:
  • Infiltration

Play either as the attacker or the defender in this explosive objective-based competitive tactical team multiplayer. Compete in 4 vs. 4 battles and choose from various Comanche and drone models with spectacular special abilities.

• Blackbox
  This fast-paced multiplayer mode is Team-Deathmatch with kill confirmation! Coordinate with your team and find the fastest way to achieve the most takedowns. Heated dogfights are guaranteed!

About Ashborne Games
Ashborne Games is a game development studio with roots in Brno, Czech Republic, that grows the Strategy / RPG genre. Supporting the full release of Comanche. Member of the THQ Nordic family.

Ashborne Website

NBA® 2K22 Elevates The W With New Features For PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S Consoles

Anyone, Anywhere can ball with the WNBA’s greatest and level up skills with new player progression features, off-day experiences, and updates to The W Online

2K today unveiled new features and updates coming to The W* in NBA® 2K22for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles. The WNBA mode will introduce an all-new badge progression experience, three playable off-day experiences, and continue to provide ways to connect with friends online.

“Since introducing The Wto NBA® 2K, we’ve set out to develop one of the most comprehensive sets of game modes and features focused on a women’s professional league,” said Felicia Steenhouse, Senior Producer at Visual Concepts. “It’s grounded in authenticity and delivers an experience that honours and elevates some of the best ballers in the world: the women of the WNBA.”

Building off last year’s unveil of The W*, this year continues to enhance the WNBA mode with added realism and more ways to experience the league both on and off the court:

• New Player Progression – With a new badge progression feature, players will be able to earn badges to improve their games as they embark on the journey to become WNBA legends. Competing on the court or grinding it out in practice, players will be able to equip and upgrade badges to customize their MyPLAYER builds based on their unique specialties;

• Off-Day Experience – The W introduces three new playable activities to make off-days count. Scrimmages, team practices, and contact workouts provide the opportunity for players to hone their craft as they develop throughout the season. In a franchise first, historic and current WNBA stars can be challenged in contact workouts to acquire new skills on one’s own path to greatness;

• The W Online – Returning to NBA 2K22 for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S consoles, The W Online brings new ways to connect with the 2K community. Players will be able to link up with friends before the matchmaking process to take to the court as a team. By playing games in The W Online, players will be able to earn Season XP as they level up to earn new prizes and awards.

NBA 2K22: THE W

NBA 2K22 is giving you more to do in The W this year. Balance practice, games, and off day activities to boost your player’s skill set. Work out with WNBA players to refine your game and become the best player the league has ever seen.

Are you ready? The W is waiting for you. The WNBA is growing and is led by a new class of stars, and it’s your turn to join them. Start your career in The W and experience what it’s like to walk among legends. Become the player you were born to be and come as close as it gets to playing in the WNBA. Building off the success of The W in NBA 2K21, we’re giving you an even more authentic WNBA experience in NBA 2K22 [Available for PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S only]. Your player’s journey to WNBA stardom is going to require calculated decisions that positively or negatively impact how you progress during your career. These decisions will influence how your career pans out, meaning there will be greater rewards or bigger consequences. We’re giving you more opportunities to grow your game by making connections with some of the WNBA’s finest players, who will help you boost various abilities. Make contacts, work out with legends, and level your way up in more ways to play than ever before in NBA 2K22.

New Player Progression

Drum roll, please. NBA 2K22 is proud to announce an all-new Badge progression to The W. Along the way, you’ll earn badges, which improve areas of your player’s game. In NBA 2K22, you can customize your player’s badges freely, opening the door to endless possibilities and unique builds based on your specialities. When creating your MyPLAYER, you’ll see the available badges next to your attributes in the four categories of Finishing, Shooting, Playmaking, and Defence. These will dictate how your player can improve and become more well-rounded. By playing games, you’ll fill the meter in each category, and you’ll earn badge points, which can be used to equip and upgrade badges. Managing and editing your badges is easy by saving custom badge loadouts specific to your MyPLAYER. By doing so, you can fine-tune your experience and get strategic when facing off in various experiences in The W.

Off-Day Experience

Honing your craft takes dedication. We get it, but everyone deserves an off-day too. This year we added three new playable activities to the off-day experience for you to participate in. We want you to be more thoughtful and balanced in your workout regimen, meaning the choices you make will play a role in how you progress, gain popularity, and build your wallet. The three new playable modes will grant you and your MyPLAYER the closest thing to becoming a WNBA pro. The W delivers more opportunities to improve your game and the most authentic experience to date. Scrimmages will be a great way for you to practice with teammates in a short game, lasting only one quarter. If you want to be a team player, this is how you earn team chemistry with your squad, leading to more trust on the court. In addition to scrimmages, join team practices and work on specific skills during drills to earn badges and upgrade them. Filling out the stat sheet in a big game is a special feeling, but to take centre stage you need to practice. It’s never a bad idea to get in the coach’s ear either, and it might just get you a little extra, like two additional team drills. Coaches can be helpful, but so can current and former WNBA players. NBA 2K22 will feature contact workouts, an exciting way of learning new skills in The W. Progressing through the Season will help you form connections with some of the WNBA’s brightest stars, such as Candace Parker, A’ja Wilson, and Nneka Ogwumike. You’ll be able to challenge them to 1-on-1, 2-on-2, or even 3-on-3 games of 21. Best of all, you’ll be able to join forces with players after you make contact with them. You can choose to play alongside a player or go toe-to-toe against them in future workouts. Each contact specializes in different skills and will help you improve one of your badge categories. By beating them, you’ll boost your badge in that category significantly. If you can’t defeat your contact the first time around, it’s all good. You can always run it back as many times as you like. We want to get you started by giving you three WNBA contacts the moment you step into The W — it’s good to have connections. You’ve got the skills to become a WNBA legend, but you need guidance on your path to greatness. NBA 2K22 allows you to turn idols into mentors and legends into advisors. Learn from your WNBA heroes and become the face of the next generation in The W.

The W Online

Returning to NBA 2K22, The W Online is ready to get underway, but with a couple of added elements. Now you’ll be able to link with your friends before the matchmaking process. The W Online will allow you to play online with your friends and take the court as a team. Whether you’re competing with your friends or solo, you’ll earn Season XP by playing games. Leveling up will earn you new prizes and rewards, such as two new historic contacts from the Houston Comets and New York Liberty who will be playable during contact workouts! At the start of every season, we’ll refresh the historic contacts so you can keep growing your network. The W’s all-new off day experiences, badge progression, and contact workouts are all about making your dreams a reality with NBA 2K22. Not only can you envision yourself as a WNBA player, you can actually become a WNBA Legend. We can’t wait for you to experience all it has to offer, including new, exclusive clothing, signature animations, and other awesome rewards. Follow along with NBA 2K22 on our social platforms to stay updated on all the latest news!

For all the details on the new features coming to The W* in NBA 2K22 for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S consoles, check out the latestCourtside Report.

NBA 2K22 for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles will be released on September 10. For more information, please visit the NBA 2K22 official site.

Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K22 for PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S consoles is rated PG by the ESRB.

Follow NBA 2K22 on TikTok, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube,and Facebook for the latest news.

Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

*PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S required to play the new-generation version of NBA 2K22.

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