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Heading Out – A Narrative Road Movie Racing Game – music video

Take a look at the Heading Out music video and dive into a wonderful, melancholic world straight from classic road movies. Creating this video we wanted to show what mood and emotions we’re aiming for in Heading Out. All footage comes from an existing alpha build.

Heading Out is a narrative racing game inspired by classic road movies: Vanishing Point, Thelma & Louise, The Duel, Two-Lane Blacktop etc.

Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1640630/Heading_Out__A_Narrative_Road_Movie_Racing_Game/

Get behind the wheel of an iconic muscle car and travel through the mythical American West. Participate in illegal street races. Escape from the police. Or just enjoy a drive through beautiful plains and curvy mountain roads. Heading Out is a game for everyone who yearns for freedom, space and speed.

BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT EUROPE ANNOUNCED SUPER ROBOT WARS 30

BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT EUROPE ANNOUNCED SUPER ROBOT WARS 30

SUPER ROBOT WARS 30 will launch on PC on October 28th

Leading video game publisher and developer, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe today announced SUPER ROBOT WARS 30, a new tactical RPG bringing characters and robots from a variety of mecha anime together to battle their mutual foes.

In SUPER ROBOT WARS 30, players can enjoy a unique experience that combines all-star mecha series crossovers, action-packed attack animations, and the chance to upgrade their favorite machines and pilots.

Watch the announcement trailer here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_c31zgcgT8

5 new popular robot franchises are coming to the SUPER ROBOT WARS series for the first time: ‘The King of Kings: GaoGaiGar VS Betterman’, ’The Brave Police J-Decker’, ’Majestic Prince Knight’s & Magic’, ’Mazinkaiser (INFINITISM)’, ’SSSS.GRIDMAN’, for a total of 20+ series* represented in the game.

SUPER ROBOT WARS 30 will be available for PC via STEAM from October 28th, 2021 and is now available for pre-orders in the following editions:

  • Standard Edition
  • Deluxe Edition including the Game, the Season Pass and a Bonus Mission Pack
  • Ultimate Edition including the Game, the Season Pass, a Bonus Mission Pack and the Premium Sound & Data Pack

For any pre-order, players will also get 2 missions and 4 additional packs. More details about the Season Pass content will come soon.

For more information on SUPER ROBOT WARS 30 and other products from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe please visit our website or follow us on Facebook or Twitter, or subscribe to our YouTube channel.

*Featured Series:

Super Electromagnetic Robot Combattler V
Mobile Suit Gundam
Mobile Suit Z Gundam
Z-MSV
Mobile Suit Gundam Char’s Counterattack
M-MSV
Mobile Suit V Gundam
Mobile Suit Gundam NT (Narrative)
Heavy Metal L-Gaim
The Brave Police J-Decker
The King of Braves GaoGaiGar FINAL
The King of Kings: GaoGaiGar VS Betterman
Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion III – Glorification
Code Geass Lelouch of the Re;surrection
Getter Robo Armageddon
Mazinger Z: Infinity
Mazinkaiser (INFINITISM)
Magic Knight Rayearth
Gun X Sword
Majestic Prince
Knight’s & Magic
SSSS.GRIDMAN

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About BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S.

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S. (BNEE) is a leading global publisher and developer of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC. 
BNEE is the western content hub of BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.(BNEI), and is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, THE DARK PICTURES ANTHOLOGY, and the upcoming UNKNOWN 9™ Awakening – developed by the recently acquired Reflector Entertainment based in Montreal, QC.
Both BNEE and BNEI are subsidiaries of BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc. BNEI is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TEKKEN™, SOULCALIBUR™, ACE COMBAT™ and DARK SOULS™.

For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu  

Ys IX: Monstrum Nox Review

Ys IX: Monstrum Nox

Developer: Nihon Falcom
Publisher: NIS America
Platforms: PlayStation 4, Stadia, Nintendo SwitchPC (Reviewed)
Release Date: 8 Jul 2021
Price: $89,95 AUD – Available Here $59,99 USD – Available Here

Overview

Ah, Ys. Yes to more Ys games (see what I did there). Joking aside, Ys is one of the oldest franchises in gaming spanning through multiple platforms. My first encounter with it was via Sega Master System and the game called Ys: The Vanished Omens. Released in 1989 and it made its way into my home somewhere around 1994. I was a little kid back then and it was a pretty difficult game to me (mostly due to my lack of English at that time) but I found it incredibly captivating. So, 32 years after its first release I have the ninth game in the series in my hands. Adol is back, along with its red hair so let’s see if there’s anything new in this installment.

Story

Our renowned protagonist Adol and his companion Dogi arrive at Balduq, a city annexed by the Romun Empire, only for Adol to be detained before setting foot inside. While imprisoned, he meets a mysterious woman named Aprilis who turns him into a Monstrum, a being with supernatural Gifts and the power to exorcise monsters. Now, Adol must ally with other Monstrums to fend off the fearsome threats emerging from a shadowy dimension called the Grimwald Nox, as well as unravel the mysteries of the Monstrum curse, and the truth behind the unrest within Balduq. Now, despite finishing the game I have yet to understand what peculiar gift Adol has compared to other Monstrums (aka playable characters). Oh, I just remembered. You learn to teleport on the ledges in the levels and it’s all pretty underwhelming considering what gifts other playable characters have And speaking of playable characters…..

Gameplay

This is where it gets interesting. Balduq is a huge city with plenty of chests to open, collectibles to find, and side quests to solve. You won’t be able to do all of those right away since the game is divided into chapters. Ys IX: Monstrum Nox puts a bigger emphasis on open-world and exploration this time. You’ll have to go the extra mile if you want to max upgrade all the armor and weapons, as well as upgrading all the traps and decoys during the siege moments. What, traps and decoys?! Well, yeah. Every once in a while, in order to unlock the new section of Balduq you have to accumulate enough Nox points. Those are usually earned by doing sidequests and fighting monsters all over the streets of Balduq. Get those Nox points to 100 and a red sphere will appear somewhere in the city. Destroy that sphere and you will unlock a new region of the city or some new region outside of Balduq. And how exactly you destroy a sphere? This is where things get interesting. You are then teleported into a Grimwald Nox dimension where you have to protect your sphere from monster attacks. Sometimes it’s just one wave of enemies and sometimes it can be up to five. And those traps and decoys at your disposal (especially when upgraded later on) will be incredibly useful to you. Now, let’s talk more about the gifts – which is just a fancy word for character abilities. As you progress through the story and more playable characters are added to your party, each of them will come with a unique character ability (that everyone in the party can freely use once available). That way you will learn to glide across the rooftops, run up to the walls, see through the walls, destroy weak points in the walls, and so on. Of course, you won’t only rely on those gifts alone in order to dispatch enemies since Ys IX: Monstrum Nox has a pretty intricate combat system now. As you level up, there will be plenty more special attacks to obtain, as well as activating boost mode, a short window where you inflict far more damage to the enemies. Although I’d recommend saving that for bosses the most.

Visuals

Ys IX: Monstrum Nox has received an overhaul, especially noticeable on level textures and playable characters. Balduq is huge as it is fun to explore. Sure, you don’t need to open every chest and the contents of most are pretty disappointing. It’s usually some items that you can buy in almost every shop but damn, it feels good exploring every section of the city and opening all the chests for that 100% completion. I should also mention insane monster design and I do mean insane since some of the bosses look like they came out of Lovecraft’s stories. The jump in visual quality is especially evident if you played the previous entry Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of DANA like I recently did.

Audio

You can choose between the English and Japanese voices as you play and after a while, I did notice that the lip-sync can be a bit off at times if you prefer playing it in English. It doesn’t happen too often that I could consider it immersion breaking, but it’s there. As far as music goes, no complaints there. The music during the siege sections is intense and engaging. It’s also not anything to write essays about but it never crosses the line of being annoying, which is honestly all l ask when it comes to RPG games.

Overall

If you’re already a fan of the Ys series, then this purchase is a no-brainer for you. If you’re not, now is the best time to become one. Ys IX: Monstrum Nox is the most comprehensive game from the series so far, with an engaging story and intricate combat system. It’s not as linear as the previous games, with way more sidequests to unravel and things to unlock. Some will even reward you with alternate outfits and powerful weapons, so it pays off to be a completionist in this game. It’s also a tad easier in difficulty compared to other Ys games (I remember some being notoriously hard) so this is a perfect opportunity to join Adol on his journey in and outside of Balduq.

Capsule Computers review guidelines can be found here.

Red Dead Online: Blood Money – Out Now, Plus The Quick Draw Club, Hired Gun Kit, NVIDIA DLSS Support, and More

Red Dead Online: Blood Money Out Now

Venture into the Criminal Underworld of The West

Experience civilized crime in Frontier America with robberies, shakedowns, and more new lawless activities in Red Dead Online: Blood Money.

Blood Money delivers a raft of new criminal possibilities available to everyone across the entire world of Red Dead Online, with each step leading to the potential of greater rewards.

Head to the manicured streets on the west side of Saint Denis and acquaint yourself with Guido Martelli, right hand man to the notorious mob boss Angelo Bronte, to begin your journey taking on Crimes and Opportunities as they arise. Martelli is eager to recover a unique commodity known as Capitale – a system of exchange designed for the Bronte family’s more sensitive business dealings — which has found its way into the hands of the various cutthroats and villainous scum littered across the frontier. The value of Capitale for Martelli and the Bronte family, depends upon its scarcity.

Introduce yourself to the members of Martelli’s ring to uncover any potential crimes for the taking — if you’re yet to cross paths with these morally bankrupt associates, you may be asked to prove your worth before they trust you with recovering Capitale. Visit these particularly questionable characters:

  • Anthony Foreman — reckless leader of the Foreman Brothers gang, found at Radley’s House in Rhodes or frequenting Doyle’s Tavern in Saint Denis
  • James Langton — a famed bounty hunter of ill repute based in New Austin. James can be tracked down in Hennigan’s Stead or at his cabin by Lake Don Julio.
  • Sean Macguire — temporarily separated from his gang, Sean is a serial thief and murderer. Visit Sean at Great Plains or in Tall Trees.
  • Joe — closely associated with other lowlifes such as Micah, Cleet, and Samson Finch, Joe is set up in Osman Grove, New Hanover

Today’s update adds three multi-part Crime ContractsThe Railroad Contract, The Jeb Phelps Contract, and The Bluewater Contract — each with their own story to unravel. For those looking to lie, cheat, and steal their way to riches, you can also take on other dirty deeds. And as you traverse the plains, keep your eyes peeled for Homestead and Camp Robberies.

During these exploits, you’ll amass Capitale for Martelli. Trade these private bonds to henchmen in Martelli’s network who will in return for your efforts dispatch you on the first of three, larger scale Opportunities. Martelli is eager to stifle a rising Lemoyne senator whose political ambitions have hampered the Bronte family’s far-reaching operations. Damage the senator by stealing three Jewels of the West, the first of which is in pursuit of the Covington Emerald, an ill-gotten heirloom coveted by black hats far and wide, being transported by rail on a heavily guarded train.

Stay tuned to the Rockstar Newswire for information on more Crime Contracts, as well as two additional Opportunities to come in the weeks ahead.

Quick Draw Club
The Quick Draw Club is a new series of rapid-fire passes in consecutive installments over the months ahead. Built specifically for the needs and wants of bandits, the Quick Draw Club grants members special rewards, bonuses, and items to accommodate living on the fringe of the law.

Each pass consists of 25 Ranks and costs 25 Gold Bars – meaning you’ll recoup your investment at the end of each pass by completing all 25 Ranks. And with each consecutive pass you purchase, you’ll earn extra perks while purchasing all four will land you a Reward to claim the upcoming Halloween Pass 2 for free.

Clothing, Pamphlets, and More

In response to your feedback, select items from previous Outlaw Passes will become available for purchase over the coming weeks and months. Today, the Haraway outfit and Rebellion Poncho are available from Madam Nazar, while the Fast Travel from Wilderness Camp Pamphlet (in addition to many others) is now available from any Fence. Completing the Covington Emerald on Ruthless difficulty will also unlock the Pacific Union Cap available from Madam Nazar’s shop.

In addition, all Free Roam Mission contacts now offer their selection of missions to choose from through a new Free Roam Mission menu.

You can also look forward to new Daily Challenges and Awards rolling out. And those looking to compete against their peers can participate in the Nominated Series — a playlist consisting of modes chosen by players within the session.

Hired Gun Kit

After speaking with Guido Martelli, visit the Fence to pick up the Hired Gun Kit: a care package fit for any outlaw that includes the new Fierro Bandana, bundles of ammo and consumables to keep you ready for battle, and Capitale to put towards Martelli’s criminal Opportunities across the five states.

Weekly Events

Speaking of Opportunities, bandits who maneuver onto and off a guarded train, evade the law, and make away with the Covington Emerald will receive a Reward for a free Single Bandolier. Completing this Opportunity on the Ruthless difficulty this week or beyond will also unlock the Pacific Union cap for purchase from Madam Nazar.

In celebration, local saloons are offering free drinks all week long. Consider that an invitation and a word of warning in case the barroom turns into a brawl. Visiting the Benefits Hub will yield a Reward for a free select Accessory of your choice.

Discounts

This week, Stables are offering 30% off all Stalls and 40% off all American Paint Horses. Ammo Crafting Pamphlets, including both those for sale from the Fence and the Sedative Varmint Cartridge Pamphlet available for purchase from Harriet Davenport, are 30% off as well. Hone your lethal skillset and take 40% off all Ability Cards.

To mark the release of Blood Money, the discounts listed below are all active through July 26:

  • 30% off all Role Improved Saddles and Saddlebags
    • 30% off the Bounty Wagon
    • 30% off the Varmint Rifle
    • 30% off the Navy Revolver
    • 40% off all Camp Dogs
    • 40% off all Camp Themes (Including Role Camp Themes)
    • 40% off all Clothing at Gus’ Store
    • 40% off all Ponchos

As part of today’s update, Red Dead Redemption 2 and Red Dead Online on PC will offer NVIDIA DLSS support to all Windows users with eligible NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics cards. The newly supported feature boosts frame rates and generates beautiful sharp images.

PlayStation Benefits

PlayStation players can play Red Dead Online without a PlayStation Plus subscription from July 13 until July 26.

Prime Gaming Benefits

Red Dead Online players who connect their Rockstar Games Social Club account to Prime Gaming before August 2 will receive a Reward for a free Saddle (up to RDO$200), 2 free Treasure Maps, and an Offer for 40% off the Fast Travel Post.

Check Rockstar Support for details and limitations.

Company of Heroes 3 announced

Join the fight on CompanyOfHeroes.com and play the Pre-Alpha preview today!

Sydney, Australia – 14th July 2021: The legendary strategy franchise is back, combining heart-pounding combat with new layers of strategy in a breathtaking Mediterranean setting. Relic Entertainment™ and SEGA® Europe Ltd. are thrilled to reveal that Company of Heroes™ 3, the latest instalment in the critically acclaimed strategy franchise, is coming to PC in 2022! Those eager to get their hands on the game won’t have to wait until then – visit CompanyOfHeroes.com to join CoH-Development and get access to the Pre-Alpha Preview for Company of Heroes 3 via Steam right now!  

Check out the trailer here

Players who join Relic’s CoH-Development program, which is powered by Games2Gether™, can expect an early glimpse at the campaign experience. Signing up is free, and it will give players exclusive insights into how the game is being made, as well as a voice in its development. Players who link their Steam account today, will have access to the Pre-Alpha Preview until 3rd August 12:00pm AEST.

Mediterranean Theatre & New Features

Company of Heroes 3 is bringing the series’ intimate boots-on-the-ground storytelling to a brand-new theatre of war, unlocking authentic new tactics, factions and a wealth of untold stories from World War II. The Mediterranean is a place of immense variety, from windswept Italian mountain passes to harsh North African deserts and coastal vistas. On this new frontline, intelligence trumps speed.

In Company of Heroes 3, the critically acclaimed Company of Heroes gameplay has been enhanced with authentic new features, making for the deepest tactical experience to date – all powered by the Essence Engine 5, the latest evolution of Relic’s proprietary real-time strategy technology. On the Dynamic Campaign Map, players command ground, air and naval forces and build supply lines as they lead the Allies’ campaign to retake mainland Italy from the entrenched Axis forces. The long-term choices you make here will affect not only the battles you fight, but the story of the war itself.

In single-player modes, Full Tactical Pause gives players a new level of tactical control over the pacing on the battlefield. By freezing the action, players who choose to employ Full Tactical Pause will be able to coordinate all their actions at once, thinking through every move in detail without the pressure of doing it all in real-time. 

“We’re really excited for players to experience Company of Heroes 3 right from the pre-alpha stage and to receive their valuable feedback,” said Justin Dowdeswell, General Manager at Relic Entertainment. “We’ve been co-developing the game with some of our fantastic community members for years now, and they have been instrumental in providing consistent and meaningful feedback at every step of the development process. We are ready to expand that program in a massive way with our fans around the world via our CoH-Development program, which has been made possible by Amplitude Studios’ superb Games2Gether platform.”

For more information about Company of Heroes 3 head to www.companyofheroes.com, where players can also sign up for CoH-Development. You can follow the game on YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook. For more information about SEGA Europe, log on to www.sega.co.uk and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube on Twitter.

About Relic Entertainment
Relic Entertainment is the award-winning development studio behind critically acclaimed franchises including Company of Heroes, Age of Empires IV, Warhammer 40:000: Dawn of War, and more. Since its inception in 1997, Relic has produced a rich catalogue of genre-defining real-time strategy titles and continues to innovate today as a SEGA-owned studio. Relic is located in Vancouver, Canada. Learn more at www.relic.com.

About SEGA® Europe Ltd.:

SEGA® Europe Ltd. is the European Distribution arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA CORPORATION, and a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment both inside and outside the home. The company develops and distributes interactive entertainment software products for a variety of hardware platforms including PC, wireless devices, and those manufactured by Nintendo, Microsoft and Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe. SEGA wholly owns the video game development studios Two Point Studios, Creative Assembly, Relic Entertainment, Amplitude Studios, Sports Interactive and HARDlight. SEGA Europe’s website is located at www.sega.co.uk

PlayStation Exclusive Where the Heart Leads Out Today with Branching Story, Hundreds of Choices

PlayStation Exclusive Where the Heart Leads Out Today with Branching Story, Hundreds of Choices

A Riveting Narrative Journey from the Makers of Metroid Prime, ReCore, Resident Evil 4 VR

AUSTIN, TX — 13 July 2021 — Where the Heart Leads, a surreal narrative journey through one man’s past from the AAA veteransat Armature Studio, offers a second chance at life on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 via backwards compatibility today. The limited-release Physical Edition, from Perp Games, goes on sale 16 July in Europe, with the US physical release set for later this year.

Experience thousands of possible narrative paths as Whit Anderson, who unwittingly steps back in time to find moments of his life can be changed. Navigate the emotional throes of the teenage years, first love, second chances, and the joyful terrors of parenthood. Rewrite Whit’s life story completely, or attempt to trace the steps back to his present.

Across a 600,000-word script rivaling five novels or the very biggest AAA RPGs, make hundreds of choices, many of which can unexpectedly set Whit’s life on a new path. Witness how seasons, years, and consequences change Carthage, a small town with a rich, memorable cast and history.

Where the Heart Leads shirks binary choices and simple outcomes for surprising storytelling with unparalleled depth. Whit’s responses are remembered, but rarely in isolation. Opinions change over the years across countless dilemmas, building toward dozens of possible endings and thousands of permutations for the final fates of his friends, family, and loved ones. 

Encourage Whit’s love to chase her dreams or talk her into something more conventional. Save the family farm or move downtown and leave it all behind. Set the stage for a timeless tale of love, loss, whether the grass is greener, and what we leave behind. 

“As we wrote this story, we realized we were sharing bits and pieces of our own lives in all the ways Whit’s journey can be told,” said Todd Keller, director, Armature Studio. “In the end, Where the Heart Leads became more about finding each other than finding home. In writing their own story, I hope players feel inspired to reconnect with loved ones—it’s never too late, and it’s never been more important.”

Where the Heart Leads is out now on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 via backwards compatibility for $24.99. The special Physical Edition from Perp Games is packed full of exclusive physical and digital content, including two physical postcards, a digital artbook, and the digital soundtrack. The EU Physical Edition will release this Friday ahead of the US release later this year. Start a new adventure with Armature Studio on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, step into Whit’s world on Instagram, and visit the official website.

About Armature Studio

Founded in 2008 by key developers of the acclaimed Metroid Prime franchise, Austin, Texas-based Armature Studio crafts compelling, high-end gaming experiences as both an independent developer and partner to some of the industry’s biggest names. The studio’s work includes original IPs like ReCore and Dead Star, alongside development support for legendary franchises like Resident Evil, Metal Gear Solid, Fortnite, Borderlands, and Batman: Arkham

Enjoy bloody finishers executed via the unique Punch Through system in a freshly updated version of Project Downfall – a multi-choice, brutal shooter!

Enemies experience different bleedout states depending on where they get shot, with countless finishers based on the weapon and caliber used. New levels, including one inspired by the classic Hitman level called “Traditions of the Trade”. That’s only a peek of the massive update that MGP Studios has just released for their upcoming shooter game – Project Downfall.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 13th, Magdalenka, Poland.

The developers have been working hard the past couple of months on the Early Access version of Project Downfall. They’ve added multiple new subplots, combos, collectibles, and, most importantly, heavily improved the AI of the most challenging enemies, who can now use various tactics depending on the current situation of the battlefield. These include flanking, taking cover, retreating, and stalking. Keeping in mind that the developers were also preparing special content for the game’s upcoming feature at Realms Deep 2021, MGP Studios could use a break after all the hard work. But instead, they’re back with one of the biggest updates to the game yet!

Since a picture is worth a thousand words, it’s best to watch the brand new Project Downfall gameplay trailers here…
…and here to see all the changes for yourself.

Once done, add the game to your wishlist on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/992730/Project_Downfall/). Even better – download the free demo there. Or make good use of a 30% discount, only until July 19th – so get the game today!

Doing so will make you part of the amazing Project Downfall community that heavily supports the developers and themselves on the official Discord channel (https://discord.gg/h8TAUNacuK). That’s where players help each other find all the in-game secrets, co-operate on figuring out the best combat strategies, and get a sneak peek from the devs of what’s to come.

For now, let’s focus on all the juicy details from the latest game update below:

  • The bleedout states. Style up kills and combos with your weapon of choice to make an enemy enter the bleedout state. The effect will depend on where the enemy was hit. Shoot his arm off, for example, and he’ll grab the blood-gushing stump, screaming in agony. He’ll yell while he falls to his knees, guts spilling out after a shotgun blast to the abdomen. This is where the real fun begins, as bleeding out an enemy is only the start of this glorious world of spectacular, memorable, and bloody finishers!
  • Finishers executed via a one-of-a-kind Punch Through system. Depending on your weapon and caliber, the finishing blows will literally tear your enemy to shreds. Turn your enemy into Swiss cheese with the uzi or vulcan minigun. Rip gaping holes with the howler. Disfigure them entirely with the various shotguns or cut them in two with the katana. There are so many possibilities – you’ll have difficulties just deciding which one to choose.
  • New levels. Including one inspired by the classic Hitman level “Traditions of the Trade”.
  • New tracks added to the game’s already awesome soundtrack. And they’re now available for download – find them HERE to get pumped before the fight.

On top of that, Steam collectible cards, emoticons and backgrounds, and all the other good stuff the community loves are expected to be released within the next 24 hours.

And there’s a whole plethora of other new features, fixes, and tweaks. Visit this link (https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/992730/view/2992062590516605181) for a full list of changes.

ABOUT PROJECT DOWNFALL

Project Downfall is a trippy, multi-choice, brutal shooter with adventure elements. Consider it a mashup of the movie Falling Down with Michael Douglas, John Wick, and the style of Hardcore Henry, but done in a hazy, retro visual style with modern post effects and a dynamic, original soundtrack.

Your reflexes and quick thinking will, of course, be vital, but being prepared for the unexpected consequences of your decisions will be equally important. The plot will branch out in multiple ways, leading to alternative paths or even levels that function more as fast-paced puzzles rather than a regular shooter. Even the puzzles here are brutal, gory, and come with lethal consequences. Combine this with a unique gameplay mechanic, the Sanity System, which makes the game world react in multiple ways to your self-medication threshold, add a hardcore approach where health doesn’t regenerate, spice things up with tons of fun ways of dispatching enemies, including the one and only Superkick, and you’ve got yourself one hell of a ride.

PROJECT DOWNFALL MAIN FEATURES:

  • A fast-paced shooter where reflexes count just as much as quick thinking.
  • Levels designed to be played like fast-paced puzzles with lethal consequences.
  • Nonlinear progression where certain scenes play out differently, levels and routes reveal themselves or remain hidden depending on your choices and state of mind, all resulting in one of 12 available endings.
  • A unique gameplay mechanic called the Sanity System, which makes the world react in multiple ways to your self-medication threshold.
  • Trippy visuals in a hazy, retro style with modern post effects.
  • A free roam hub that expands with the game’s timeline, offering new gameplay opportunities.
  • An original, dynamic soundtrack that adapts itself to what’s happening on screen.

The Early Access version of Project Downfall is now available on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/992730/Project_Downfall/). The game is also coming to Xbox One and Nintendo Switch, with the final release date for both PC and consoles to be announced in the future.

More information about the game can be found on SteamFacebookTwitter, and Discord.

About MGP Studios

MGP Studios is a small, independent team based in Magdalenka, Poland. The current dev team also includes programmers from Solid9Studio. Thus far, the developers have launched such games as Sinless and Roll’d. Currently, the team is simultaneously working on two projects: Project Downfall and Sand is the Soul. http://mgp-studios.com/

SOLASTA: CROWN OF THE MAGISTER SORCERER UPDATE AVAILABLE NOW

PARIS, FRANCE – JULY 13, 2021— French independent development studio and veteran pen and paper players, Tactical Adventures announced the Sorcerer update is now available for its tactical RPG Solasta: Crown of the Magister. The new update will feature items promised to backers during the 2019 Solasta: Crown of the Magister Kickstarter campaign, the Sorcerer class, and Iron Man difficulty option. The Sorcerer update will include 3 new subclasses, new dungeon maker environments, Brazilian-Portuguese and Russian localizations, Mod.io for GOG as well as bug fixes, ongoing polish, and game stabilization.

Learn more about the Sorcerer update in the Sorcerer Update Overview Video HERE

Solasta: Crown of the Magister released Steam version 1.0 on May 27 and has seen consistent positive media and user reviews. The Sorcerer class update is the first major update since 1.0 release, with more updates and DLC on the horizon Solasta: Crown of the Magister gameplay keeps getting better and better.  

Solasta: Crown of the Magister Sorcerer Update Features:

  • New Class: The Sorcerer class offers 3 new subclasses (Draconic Bloodline, Mana Painter & Child of the Rift), new features, clothes, and body modifications.
  • New Game Mode: Iron Man Mode features a new difficulty option for players who are ready to level up the challenge. Live by the dice, die by the dice. 
  • New Dungeon Maker Environments: more Dungeon Maker options include: Woodland, Sewers and Catacombs.
  • Localization: Russian and Brazilian Portuguese for text and subtitles
  • Mod.io for GoG and Microsoft Game Pass
  • Bux fixes, polilsh and stabilization

Wizards of the Coast has granted Tactical Adventures a license to use the Dungeon & Dragons SRD 5.1 content and rules in Solasta: Crown of the Magister.

Solasta is a team-based tactical role-playing game where each character plays a critical role in the campaign and can be a hero. The dynamic and mysterious world features elements of verticality, allowing players to use their surroundings as an element of strategy. Players can position ranged characters on high vantage points or send their rogue down into shafts and caverns to scope out what lies ahead. In Solasta, light is a tool to explore the depths and hallows of dungeons or can be used as a weapon against the creatures of the dark, but if players are not careful, it will give away the party’s position to nasty creatures bent on their demise.

For more information on Solasta: Crown of the Magister: visit the website, purchase on Steam, purchase on GOG, purchase on the Microsoft Store, purchase on the Humble Store follow on Twitter, Instagram, like on Facebook, watch on YouTube, and Twitch, and join the conversation on Discord or the official forums.

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Thirdverse Releases New Teaser for SWORDS of GARGANTUA Tesseract Abyss 2 Expansion Coming August 5

TOKYO – July 13, 2021Thirdverse published a video teaser featuring new sword fighting battle scenes from Tesseract Abyss 2, an update launching August 5 in renowned VR sword-action game SWORDS of GARGANTUA.

Fans can check out a teaser featuring the upcoming expansion here:

Tesseract Abyss 2 will offer new enemies, new weapons, and more challenging and strategic battles that test the strength of even most seasoned warriors. While traversing through newly designed environments, players (single or multiplayer) will also face off with a massive new foe, Galossus.

SWORDS of GARGANTUA is a VR sword-action game you can experience in single-player mode or online co-op with up to 3 other players on Oculus Rift, Oculus Quest, HTC Vive, HTC VIVE COSMOS, Valve Index and Windows Mixed Reality devices. Players make use of various weapons and abilities to take on difficult battles along their journey. A wide variety of weapons are available, including one and two-handed swords, axes, maces, boomerangs, shields, and more. While in-game, players can use voice chat to communicate with fellow warriors while taking on enemies.

Play SWORDS of GARGANTUA on the following platforms:
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/895200/Swords_of_Gargantua/
Oculus Rift: https://www.oculus.com/experiences/rift/2001971263187898
Oculus Quest: https://www.oculus.com/experiences/quest/3064046640291676/
VIVEPORT: https://www.viveport.com/apps/bb242289-9aca-4b5c-8f93-f3a6a51de1b3

About Thirdverse Inc.
Founded in 2020, Thirdverse Inc. (formerly Yomuneco, Inc.) is a virtual reality game development, distribution and management company based out of Tokyo, Japan. In 2019, the studio released the world’s first VR multiplayer sword-fighting action game, SWORDS of GARGANTUA. Thirdverse is also currently promoting the “Thirdverse Plan”, aiming to create a “Third Space” in the virtual metaverse. For more information visit https://www.thirdverse.io/.

Phoenix Point: Behemoth Edition Brings Snapshot’s Hit Strategy Game to PlayStation 4 & Xbox One on October 1

Phoenix Point: Behemoth Edition Brings Snapshot’s Hit Strategy Game to PlayStation®4 & Xbox One on October 1

The turn-based tactics game from the creator of X-COM debuts on consoles with four major DLCs, including the upcoming DLC 4, launching same-day on PC

SOFIA, Bulgaria July 13, 2021 — Snapshot Games, in partnership with Prime Matter, has revealed Phoenix Point: Behemoth Edition, the highly anticipated console version of the acclaimed strategy game designed by Julian Gollop, creator of the X-COM series. Phoenix Point: Behemoth Edition will release on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One on Oct. 1, 2021. It features the full base game, four major DLC expansions — including the upcoming DLC 4: “Corrupted Horizons, which launches same-day on PC — plus a DLC weapons pack and free next-gen upgrade to PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S after launch.

Behemoth Edition Reveal Trailer:

Corrupted Horizons Teaser:

Phoenix Point delivers a new breed of turn-based strategy and action. Earth has been overrun. A mutating alien menace threatens the last remnants of mankind. Only the Phoenix Project, a secret organization of the greatest minds and bravest soldiers left, can fight back and save the world.

It’s up to you to lead Earth’s resistance: explore a ravaged planet, build your bases, research and develop new techniques and technologies, manage resources on a global scale, and fight in full-scale, turn-based tactical battles to survive. But you won’t be alone. Work together with different factions to unite mankind and take back the planet via Phoenix Point‘s diplomacy system, or crush all your rivals with military might. No matter what you choose, you’re in for a brutal challenge with endless replayability.

Phoenix Point: Behemoth Edition Key Features:

  • The Complete Phoenix Point Experience to Date: Includes the full game plus four major DLCs (“Blood and Titanium,” “Legacy of the Ancients,” “Festering Skies” and the upcoming “Corrupted Horizons”) featuring additional story missions, maps, and other gameplay bonuses, DLC weapons pack, and a slew of updates, upgrades, and community-driven quality-of-life improvements.
  • Optimized for Consoles: Revamped UI and gamepad controls designed specifically for consoles.
  • Intense Turn-based Squad Battles: Deploy your squad of four or more soldiers and drones in tactical, turn-based battles. Take direct control of your soldiers’ shots in combat with a unique free-aiming system — target enemy weak spots, weapons, and more for mass impact.
  • Defend Earth from a Mutating Alien Menace: Face down an alien threat that adapts to your tactics to constantly challenge you. Face intense boss fights against huge monsters with unique abilities that require precise planning and execution.
  • The Geoscape Reborn: Take command of a strategic view of world situations and conflicts to plan operations and manage resources on a global scale.
  • Deep and Extensive Soldier Development: Customize your soldiers with unique skills and a vast array of weapons and equipment.
  • Uncover the Secrets of the Threat: Experience a complex narrative with multiple possible endings, and learn about the origins of the crisis through exploration, diplomacy, and research.
  • Manage Diplomatic Relations: Decide how to deal with different factions trying to reclaim Earth. Earn unique rewards for cooperation (and face the consequences for opposition).
  • Free Next-Generation Upgrade: Experience the game at 4K|60 FPS on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X with a free upgrade for PlayStation®4 and Xbox One owners after launch.

Phoenix Point: Year One Edition is available now on PC via Steam, the Epic Games Store, the Microsoft Store, GOG.com and Google Stadia. For more details, visit https://phoenixpoint.info, and follow the game on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Discord and the official forums.

About Snapshot Games

Snapshot Games is a video game development studio founded in 2013 by Julian Gollop and David Kaye and headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria. Gollop is recognized for creating the X-COM video game franchise in the 1990s with UFO: Enemy Unknown and X-COM: Apocalypse. Gollop is also the CEO of Snapshot Games. The company’s developers include industry veterans with years of prior experience working for studios like Ubisoft Sofia, Crytek Black Sea and more.

About Prime Matter

Headquartered in Munich, Germany, Prime Matter is a premium gaming label dedicated to delivering a range of diverse and immersive games from amazing gaming development talent all around the globe. The company covers projects of all styles, scopes and sizes, from producing to publishing, perfect for ambitious teams taking their first steps that need full support without compromising their dreams, as well as more established studios looking to build their brand further in the global market.

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