After a successful turn on Google Play, Spiral Warrior will soon twirl onto Apple devices
SINGAPORE – May 7, 2021 – Electronic Soul, one of the leading game developers and publishers based in Asia, has announced its anime-themed spinning battle tops RPG, Spiral Warrior, is now available for pre-registration on the App Store and will launch on iOS soon.
Spiral Warrior gives players the power to customize the components of their Spirals, offering an unlimited number of combinations that significantly increase its battle value as they work to discover the optimal combination of the Battle Cap, Weight Ring, and Driver. Once players are content with how their Spiral looks on paper, it’s time to get it in the ring to see how it performs against other spinners. Development studio Light x Shadow worked hard to give Spirals realistic movement trajectories that perform like the real-life toys they’re based upon. The combination of developing a combat collision and physics engine gives Spiral Warrior an unparalleled amount of realism.
Spiral Warrior features rich gameplay modes including an epic 81-player Survival Mode, which pits 81 players online simultaneously to see who the last spiral warrior will be, Super Championship, which allows players to use their exclusive spinning tops to challenge other players from all over the world and earn huge rewards if they reach the top of the rankings, and Random Adventure, which takes players across numerous chapters to overcome unknown challenges using their wit and will. No matter the mode, players will be able to battle spirals using simple and intuitive controls in combat that take no longer than 30 seconds to complete. Take on all comers wherever you are!
In addition to Spiral Warrior’s compelling gameplay and game modes, the title uses a high-quality anime art style for each Spiral’s avatar that adds character to each spinner. Spiral Warriors — like Beelzebub, Valkyrie, and Behemoth — have their own stats, unique abilities, and strengths and weaknesses, making it important to learn about each one before spinning them into battle. Battles are largely passive, but players can activate abilities once they become available that can turn the tide of any skirmish.
Spiral Warrior launched on Android last year to great acclaim and has achieved a 4.5 Star rating (out of 29K+ reviews) on the Google Play store. iPhone and iPad users who pre-register for the game will be able to earn several in-game items, such as Gold, Gems, a Chronokey, or Lucky Draw tickets. The more pre-registrations the game receives, the better the prize for everyone!
About Electronic Soul
Electronic Soul is one of the top leading game developers and publishers based in Asia. We are providing high-quality digital content crossing Mobile, PC, and consoles. For more information on Electronic Soul please visit the official site https://www.e-soul.net/
RESIDENT EVIL™ VILLAGE NOW AVAILABLE –A NEW GENERATION OF HORROR AWAITS
Capcom’s highly anticipated survival horror game Resident Evil™ Village is now available worldwide on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Steam. Resident Evil Village immerses players into an intense battle to survive the horrors of a remote snowy village where a diverse cast of mysterious locals and terrifying creatures await. This action-packed title is the eighth main entry in the award-winning Resident Evil™ franchise which has shipped more than 107 million units globally and is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. Resident Evil Village is eligible to upgrade for free from PlayStation 4 to the digital PlayStation 5 version and will support Smart Delivery for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles.
Resident Evil Village continues the story of Ethan Winters, set forth in the critically acclaimed Resident Evil™ 7 biohazard. Larger-than-life heroes like series veteran Chris Redfield, along with imposing adversaries like Lady Dimitrescu, are just some of the enigmatic characters Ethan encounters in order to save his daughter. In addition to an intense story campaign and robust gameplay, Resident Evil Village also welcomes back the fan-favorite The Mercenaries game mode. This extra mode is available upon finishing the campaign and has new added features, giving players additional challenges and ways to enjoy the village once they complete Ethan’s journey.
The newest console technology paired with Capcom’s proprietary RE Engine, also used to create acclaimed titles such as Resident Evil 7 biohazard, Resident Evil™ 2, Resident Evil™ 3, and Devil May Cry™ 5, delivers the most vividly realistic survival horror experience to date.
As a thank you to fans celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Resident Evil franchise, those who purchase Resident Evil Village will also get access to the free multiplayer experience Resident Evil™ Re:Verse, coming later in Summer 2021.
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ABOUT CAPCOM
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or www.capcom-europe.com.
Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter and Resident Evil are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd., in the U.S. and/or other countries. Street Fighter is a trademark and/or registered trademark of Capcom U.S.A., Inc. in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
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RiMS Racing: Aprilia takes centre stagein a new gameplay video
Lesquin, France, May 6, 2021 – NACON and RaceWard Studio are pleased to present the very first gameplay images of RiMS Racing, a brand-new motorbike game concept scheduled for release on August 19. The experts from Italian studio RaceWard have developed a game that gives players an unparalleled experience, blending driving and mechanics, pushing the limits of realism and customization.
Hot on the heels of the Ducati Panigale V4 R and the MV Agusta F4 RC, another of the eight motorbikes available in RiMS Racing is presented: the Aprilia RSV4 1100 Factory, winner of 7 SBK World Titles. A masterpiece of aerodynamics and speed thanks to the integrated winglets and a double-layered fairing, the latest offering from the Aprilia Racing department incorporates the most powerful engine they have ever used, capable of up to 217 horsepower. Just as with each of the perfectly reproduced motorbikes in the game, the Aprilia will be optimized throughout the player’s progress using the mechanical interface developed by RaceWard Studio.
Racing conditions, riding style and mechanical status of the components have a direct impact on the motorbike’s behavior. By taking the customization to its most extreme level and thanks to a physics system offering unmatched precision, RiMS Racing highlights the connexion between each part and puts mechanics at the very core of the gameplay.
To ensure victory, players are able to fully disassemble their motorbike and replace every element to achieve the best possible setup by choosing over 500 official components: tires, discs, callipers, pads, suspension, springs, air filters, exhausts, brake and clutch master cylinders, brake fluids, engine oils, ECUs, fairings… and many more.
The player uses different tools to identify the mechanical components that can be upgraded, such as the Motorbike Status Check (MSC), which provides a real-time analysis of the motorbike’s status and performance. Players are at the controls and select, handle and integrate each required component in the driver’s HQ, in a brand-new gameplay feature.
This gameplay demonstration premier takes players to Germany and Norway, highlighting two of the iconic locations reproduced in RiMS Racing: the official Nürburgring circuit, considered one of the most difficult by a large number of drivers and with a wide range of turns; and the breathtaking Atlantic Road, lying between the ocean and land.The latest news about RiMS Racing on Facebook and Twitter.
RiMS Racing will be available on August 19, 2021 on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC and on Nintendo Switch™.
About NACON NACON is a company of the BIGBEN Group founded in 2019 to optimize its know-how through strong synergies in the video game market. By bringing together its 11 development studios, the publishing of AA video games, the design and distribution of premium gaming devices, NACON focuses 20 years of expertise at the service of players. This new unified business unit strengthens NACON’s position in the market, enables it to innovate by creating new unique competitive advantages and achieve its ambition to become one of the world’s leading players in gaming. https://www.nacongaming.com/
About Raceward Studio RaceWard Studio are an Italian video game developer, creating state-of-the-art racing games. Driven on principles of ensuring excellence and developing a highly rewarding professional environment, the studio boasts mastery of leading-edge technology, fused together with a team of veterans which combine experience, skills and passion.The company is currently working on a new IP: RiMS Racing, a racing game with never-before-seen level of details, featuring the best-in-class motorbikes from officially licensed global-leading manufacturers. In 2019 the company became part of the Nacon group, which is also handling the worldwide publishing of RiMS Racing across all major gaming formats. Raceward Studio is now one of the largest videogame companies in Italy and it continues to expand.
Sydney, Australia – May 7th, 2021: The independent games developer team of Bloober Team and Koch Media, a leading global publishing partner announce the release of Observer: System Redux, the award-winning cyberpunk thriller on PC, PS5®, Xbox® and for the first time, on PS4® and Xbox One®from July 16th on its physical version. Released as a Day One Edition including the game, softcover artbook as well as a soundtrack for $49.95 SRP at retail.
OBSERVER: System Redux is the definitive vision of the award-winning cyberpunk thriller, rebuilt and augmented for the next generation. The year is 2084. The future has turned out much darker than anyone could imagine. First, there was the Nanophage. A digital plague that killed thousands upon thousands of those who chose to augment their minds and bodies. Then came the War, leaving both the West and the East decimated and shattered. With no one left to seize power, corporations took over and forged their own crooked empires.
You are a tool of corporate oppression. Feared and despised, you hack into the darkest corners of your suspects’ minds. You creep into their dreams, expose their fears, and extract whatever your investigation may require. You are an Observer.
System Redux
Veteran Observers can dive deeper into this dystopian reality thanks to three brand-new side cases to solve. “Errant Signal”, “Her Fearful Symmetry” and “It Runs in the Family” add another layer of depth to the game’s story while exploring thought-provoking themes of a future that soon might become our present.
On top of that, System Redux offers expanded gameplay, which includes new game mechanics, new secrets to find, redesigned stealth, additional neural interrogations, and quality-of-life improvements made with the help of the Observer community.
Newcomers get the chance to experience one of the most thrilling cyberpunk stories in all its next-gen glory: boasting 4K resolution, upgraded textures, new animations, models and effects, and transformed with jaw-dropping Ray-Tracing and HDR lighting.
YEAR 2084 / BECOME AN OBSERVER / EAT THEIR DREAMS
Virtual realities, mind-altering drugs, neural implants…Dive deep into a world where life is cheap and hope is scarce. You are Daniel Lazarski – an elite investigator of the future, portrayed by late cyberpunk icon Rutger Hauer. Using a device known as the Dream Eater, hack into people’s minds to extract clues and evidence.
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 Deep Silver, Milestone, Vertigo Games and Ravenscourt which publish 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 Bethesda, Capcom, Codemasters, Konami, Koei Tecmo, Sega, Square Enix, 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), Vertigo Games (Rotterdam /The Netherlands) and Flying
Wild Hog (Warsaw, Rzeszów, Cracow / Poland). 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 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.
About Bloober Team
Based in Krakow, Poland, and established in 2008, Bloober Team is an independent game development studio of over 100 people. The company focuses on creating mature horror games with a deep story and an eerie atmosphere, key ingredients of a chilling and memorable experience. Bloober Team has extensive experience and passion working on acclaimed horror games including Blair Witch, Layers of Fear, Observer: System Redux and the recently released The Medium. www.blooberteam.com
Kingston Technology DDR5 Overclockable Modules One Step Closer to Reaching Market
Taipei – May 6, 2021 –Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced it has sent overclockable DDR5 modules to its motherboard partners to begin qualification on the next-generation memory platform. Kingston engineered its DDR5 modules with a preset XMP profile but also enabled our motherboard partners to manually adjust the power management integrated circuit (PMIC) beyond the 1.1V DDR5 spec, thus allowing maximum flexibility to overclock. Kingston expects to ship its DDR5 solutions in Q3.
Memory validation requires cooperation of the entire computing ecosystem and Kingston has forged close ties with the leading motherboard manufacturers and chipset makers throughout its 33-year history. This step continues the critical process of bringing leading high-performance and overclockable memory solutions to market later this year.
For over three decades, Kingston has meticulously engineered and has 100% tested every cell on every chip on every module. The methodical testing combined with a lifetime warranty and unmatched customer service has made Kingston the largest third-party memory manufacturer in the world, with over 80% market share. Kingston has also been a longtime member of JEDEC, the governing entity for the microelectronics industry. For over a decade, Kingston has held a seat on the JEDEC board as well, helping set the standards for which all manufacturers follow.
From big data, to laptops and PCs, to IoT-based devices like smart and wearable technology, to design-in and contract manufacturing, Kingston helps deliver the solutions used to live, work and play. The world’s largest PC makers and cloud-hosting companies depend on Kingston for their manufacturing needs, and our passion fuels the technology the world uses every day. We strive beyond our products to see the bigger picture, to meet the needs of our customers and offer solutions that make a difference. To learn more about how Kingston Is With You, visit Kingston.com.
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Bonuses on Mobile Operations Missions, Bunker Research, and Motor WarsPlus Discounted Bunker Supplies, and More
Military operations aren’t one-size-fits-all, boots-on-the-ground operations anymore — some require a little more sophistication, technology, and finesse. Some might even say intelligence. This week’s portion of our monthlong salute to illicit arms traders shines a spotlight on helping you get the most out of that underground nerve center.
2X GTA$ and RP Mobile Operations Missions
Are civilian vehicles pat to you now? If so, visit either of the consoles inside your Mobile Operations Center to launch Mobile Operations Missions. Utilize all sorts of lethal gadgetry to get the job done for double rewards now through May 12th.
Completing any Mobile Operations Mission this week will also net you an additional GTA$100,000, wired to your Maze Bank account next week.
If you need help getting your hands on some extra cutting-edge tech — including things like Ballistic Equipment and all manner of weapon attachments — you’ll stand to benefit from tripled Research speeds at your Bunker all week long.
Plus, increase your rate of return in the arms race by bringing costs down — take advantage of 50% off the cost of Bunker Supplies and Mk II Weapon Upgrades to help you get on the right foot. Plus, 40% off the MOC and its Upgrades, Modifications, Weapons, and Vehicle Workshops.
Discounts: In addition to the MOC and Bunker-themed deals above, players can also take 40% off the retail prices of the following vehicles:
HVY Nightshark
JoBuilt Hauler Custom
JoBuilt Phantom Custom
Karin Technical Custom
Brute Stockade
Declasse Weaponized Tampa
3X GTA$ and RP on Motor Wars Continues
Face your twin fears of heights and loud noises as you strap on a parachute and plummet down to Earth in Motor Wars, and continue earning triple rewards all month long.
Play to Unlock: The Invade and Persuade Suck Tee
Play GTA Online any time this week to unlock the Invade and Persuade Suck Tee for free. Pink and Green Camo Livery for Rank 100+ Players
To continue celebrating those with the discipline and focus required to ascend to truly great heights, players Rank 100 and above who play GTA Online this week will receive the rare Pink and Green Camo livery for the HVY Nightshark. Redeem and apply this elusive adornment in any Weaponized Vehicle Workshop (available within 72 hours of logging in after May 17th).
On the Podium this Week: The Vapid Winky
Pay the lobby of The Diamond Casino & Resort a visit to spin the Lucky Wheel and walk away with GTA$, RP, clothing, snacks, mystery prizes, and more. This week’s top prize? The versatile Vapid Winky, a constant and reliable vestige of the military-industrial complex.
Prime Gaming Bonuses and Benefits
GTA Online players who successfully connect their Rockstar Games Social Club account with Prime Gaming will receive the Kosatka submarine’s Sonar Station for free, along with GTA$200,000 just for playing any time this week.
In addition, Prime Gaming members receive exclusive discounts, including 70% off the spy-friendly Dewbauchee JB 700W and Brute Armored Boxville RV, plus 35% off the Weaponized Dinghy.
To ensure access to future benefits, make sure to visit Prime Gaming and sign up.
Ubisoft Shares New Details About The Division’s Expanding Trajectory With New Games and Transmedia Content Coming to the Franchise
Sydney, Australia — May 7, 2021 — Today, Ubisoft announced an update on the Tom Clancy’s The Division universe. The launch of Tom Clancy’s The Division® back in 2016 marked the first completely original IP under the Tom Clancy umbrella since 2009, and the game broke multiple Ubisoft sales records. The franchise continued its development with Tom Clancy’s The Division® 2 becoming one of the most successful games of 2019 and its 2020 expansion, Tom Clancy’s The Division® 2 Warlords of New York, was the most active in the game’s history.
“In the past five years, The Division has grown from a very ambitious project at Ubisoft to a world-renowned franchise reaching 40 million unique players,” explained Alain Corre, executive director of Ubisoft EMEA. “We are very proud of what our teams have accomplished with this franchise and the amazing universe they have created. The potential and depth of this enables us to explore new and exciting content that will please loyal long-term fans of The Division and new ones alike.”
As part of this expansion of the franchise, today Ubisoft unveiled Tom Clancy’s The Division® Heartland, a brand-new free-to-play game set in the universe of The Division. Development is being led by Red Storm Entertainment, a studio with close ties to the Tom Clancy licenses, who have also worked on The Division and The Division 2. The Division Heartland will be a stand-alone experience available on PC, console and cloud platforms in 2021-22. Ubisoft also announced plans to take The Division franchise to mobile, bringing the universe to an even wider audience. More details on this project will come at a later date.
Finally, The Division 2 will also be receiving brand-new content as part of an update coming in late 2021. Ubisoft Massive, with support from Ubisoft Bucharest, is leading the development of this new content that will include an entirely new game mode and new methods for levelling agents up with an emphasis on increasing build variety and viability. More details will be revealed on this new update ahead of its release.
The Division is also expanding its transmedia offering, with the film, starring Jessica Chastain and Jake Gyllenhaal, in development with Netflix. Inspired by the events of the original game, the film will be directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber. Additionally, The Division is announcing an upcoming original novel published by Aconyte. The story will be set after the events of The Division 2 and will explore how the Outbreak affects different regions of the United States as agents fight to secure supply routes. More information will be shared about The Division’s transmedia content later this year.
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, 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 2019–20 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1,534 million. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.
Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 upgrades will release on June 18th alongside the Metro Exodus Complete Edition
Sydney, Australia – 7th May 2021 | Deep Silver and 4A Games are pleased to announce the launch of the Metro Exodus PC Enhanced Edition – a radical update that harnesses the power of Ray Tracing-capable GPUs to deliver an incredible visual upgrade. The PC Enhanced Edition is FREE to all owners of the original release on Steam, the Epic Games Store, Good Old Games and the Microsoft Store.
It offers additional Ray Tracing features including Advanced Ray Traced Reflections and support for the much requested DLSS 2.0 on NVIDIA hardware, which offers sharper image details and increased framerates and display resolutions. Further collaborating with NVIDIA, this update improves our existing Ray Traced Global Illumination tech innovated with the original release of Metro Exodus to make every light source fully Ray Traced, and implements our RT Emissive tech from The Two Colonels throughout the game.
This upgrade is so extensive, it will require a Ray Tracing capable GPU as the minimum spec, and will be delivered as a separate product – it is not a simple ‘patch’ to the base game – instead it will be offered as an extra entitlement to all existing Metro Exodus PC players.
Deep Silver and 4A Games have also confirmed 18th June 2021 as the release date for the massive, FREE Gen 9 upgrade for Xbox Series X | S, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and the PlayStation® 5 computer entertainment system.
The Gen 9 version of Metro Exodus will run at 4K / 60FPS with full Ray Traced lighting throughout on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The base game and DLC expansions will feature both our ground-breaking Ray Traced Global Illumination (RTGI) and the Ray Traced Emissive Lighting techniques pioneered in the original release of Metro Exodus and The Two Colonels expansion across all content.
The next gen consoles will benefit from dramatically reduced loading times thanks to the use of their SSD storage optimizations, boast 4K texture packs, and a range of platform specific features including spatial audio and controller latency improvements on Xbox, and support for the haptic features of the PlayStation 5 Dual Sense controller.
These enhancements will be made available as a free upgrade to all Gen 8 owners, or via the Metro Exodus Complete Edition – a newly announced high value physical edition for franchise newcomers. This Complete Edition includes the base game and both DLC expansions: The Two Colonels and Sam’s Story.
Click here to view the trailer highlighting the features and performance of both the PC Enhanced Edition and Gen 9 upgrade
For an even more detailed breakdown of the new tech and features present in these Enhanced version of the game, please visit new/updated 4A games blog on the website: MetroTheGame.com.
Deep Silver develops and distributes interactive games for all platforms. The Deep Silver label means to captivate all gamers who have a passion for thrilling gameplay in exciting game worlds by creating products of the highest possible quality, always focusing on what the customer desires.
Deep Silver has published more than 200 games since 2003, including its own brands like the open world extravaganza Saints Row, the zombie action franchise Dead Island, and the gritty, post-apocalyptic Metro series. Upcoming highlights from Deep Silver include the next entries into the Saints Row, TimeSplitters and Dead Island franchises. Deep Silver also owns the development studios Deep Silver Dambuster Studios in Nottingham, UK; Deep Silver Fishlabs in Hamburg, Germany, and Deep Silver Volition based in Champaign, IL, USA. For more information please visit www.deepsilver.com
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ABOUT 4A GAMES
4A Games is a multinational video game development studio with offices in both Malta and Ukraine – known for its atmospheric first-person shooters Metro 2033, Metro: Last Light, ARKTIKA. 1, and our latest release, Metro Exodus.
Established in Kyiv, Ukraine in 2005, the studio was founded by a passionate team of game industry veterans with the goal of creating AAA-quality games for gaming PCs and then “next-gen” game consoles. In 2014, the studio moved its headquarters, along with more than 50 team members and their families, from Ukraine to Malta.
Currently, at the heart of the company there are over 150 (and growing!) talented designers, programmers, artists, effects specialists, and writers from all over the world, with diverse and unique backgrounds – bringing countless years of experience in and love towards software development and computer games in particular. To learn more about 4A Games, please visit the official website at www.4a-games.com, follow on Facebook www.facebook.com/4aGames and Twitter www.Twitter.com/4agames.
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 Deep Silver, Milestone, Vertigo Games and Ravenscourt which publish 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 Bethesda, Capcom, Codemasters, Konami, Koei Tecmo, Sega, Square Enix, 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), Vertigo Games (Rotterdam /The Netherlands) and Flying Wild Hog (Warsaw, Rzeszów, Cracow / Poland). 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 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.
A3: STILL ALIVE’S MAY UPDATE EXPANDS SOUL LINKER CAPABILITIES AND CELEBRATES WITH NEW EVENT DUNGEON
Conquer the limited-time ‘Blue Moon Forest’ from May 6 – 27
LOS ANGELES – MAY 6, 2021 – The dark fantasy open world mobile RPG A3: STILL ALIVE, from Netmarble received a new update that adds a fifth Soul Linker Slot to active player Warriors, allowing for more strategic play on the battlefield. Those eager to grow stronger to test out their strength with the new Soul Linker spot now have a series of limited-time content to experience from May 6~27.
A new ‘Blue Moon Forest’ dungeon, where players can explore and collect prizes upon completion of the dungeon, is now open from May 6~27. At the new event dungeon, players can achieve event Shu ‘Wiz’, up to ★7 Legend Soul Linker Conversion Ticket and Legendary/Ancient Event Accessories. The Event Accessories will allow players to gain Blue Moon Forest Exchange Coin, which can be used to get EXP points, 7-Star Heroic Soul Linker and more. Expert players can also look forward to the expansion of Sanctuary and Dark Lighthouse, as Sanctuary is now open up to Level 70, while the Dark Lighthouse can be explored up to the 84th floor. In addition to A3: STILL ALIVE’s battle pass kicking off its fourth season, players can now collect Apostle Fragments, which can be utilized for more effective battles at Velangort Fortress.
A3: STILL ALIVE also introduces a number of in-game events designed to quickly grow a player’s strength. These include:
Heroic Soul Linker Switch Event (5/6~27) – 5/6-Star Soul Linkers can be switched into a different Soul Linker of the same level and type with a certain amount of Blue Diamonds
Soul Linker Wish Summon Season 2 (5/6~) – Players can get various items including Legendary 7-Star / 8-Star Soul Linker, EXP Soul Stars, Blue Diamonds and Gold. With high possibility of getting Legendary 7-Star / 8-Star Soul Linker, players can also choose the most wanted Legendary Soul Linker to achieve.
Guild Reward Upgrades – By completing Guild content at Entangled Borders and Velangort Fortress game modes, players can earn additional rewards from 5/6~27
Bonus Time Events (Hourglass of Blessings) (5/6~) – When players use the Hourglass of Blessings item, EXP, and Apostle EXP earned receives a 50% buff
Bonus Time Events (Hot Time to be Famous!) (5/20~5/27) – Every player across all servers will receive a 200% bonus to Famed earned during the event period
Set in an apocalyptic fantasy world of swords and sorcery, A3: STILL ALIVE is a cross-genre mobile experience that pairs the enormous and living worlds of Open-World RPGs with the extreme combat of Battle Royale. Players must be vigilant in an always-open Player vs.
Player (PvP) environment as they fight against enemies with intense hack & slash combat and prove their mettle in a variety of PvP and Player vs. Environment (PvE) modes. A3: STILL ALIVE is beautifully rendered with splendid console-quality 3D graphics that are brought to life thanks to the outstanding optimization of the Unity Engine.
A3: STILL ALIVE is now available as a free digital download (with in-app purchases) on Apple’s App Store and Google Play, in 172 countries around the world.
For more information, please visit the official website and forum, and follow A3: STILL ALIVE on Facebook and YouTube.
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About Netmarble Corporation
Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a top developer and publisher pushing the boundaries of the mobile gaming experience with highly innovative games including Lineage 2: Revolution, The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, Blade & Soul Revolution and MARVEL Future Fight. As a parent company of Kabam, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble strives to entertain audiences around the world with a variety of mobile games based on its powerful franchises and collaborations with IP holders worldwide. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today announced that the all new Secrets and Scions Update is now live for Bless Unleashed. With this latest update, players unlock an additional story that takes players from the Ivory Dunes to Beoran in new Campaign Quests. Friendly allies and hostile forces such as the sinister Faceless await to encounter players throughout their journey where they’ll discover secrets and rewards along the way. Also included is a new Invasion Quest that opens a new dimensional rift in Beoran, unleashing evil elementals, golems, and the undead that players must defeat to restore peace. Additionally, a new Two-Player Arena Challenge, The Wraith Commander, will test any duo to dodge and defeat the enemy and its vicious attacks. Lastly, overall improvements to the Prestige Quests and Reputation Systems have been included to where daily Prestige Quests will be added, which will make it easier for players to reach Exalted Status and advance Reputation gains with their desired faction. For more information about Bless Unleashed on the Secrets and Scions Update please visit: https://blessunleashed.com/news/release-notes-the-secrets-and-scions-update
Bless Unleashed takes place in the untamed world of Lumios and presents a rich backstory created with hardcore MMO players in mind. The game features deep combo-driven mechanics, player customization, and cooperative (PvE) and competitive (PvP) multiplayer. Currently, the land of Lumios features 14 zones for players to explore and battle against countless foes within. There are nine powerful Field Bosses scattered across the wilds and more than 40 Elite Bosses who drop amazing rewards for heroes who can defeat them. Additionally, there are nine unique Dungeons to explore, enabling players to truly feel the dangers of Lumios. Players may also engage in battle across 10 Arena Challenges and 11 Lairs belonging to powerful foes who eagerly wait to dispatch unprepared adventurers. Developed using Unreal® Engine 4, Bless Unleashed brings unparalleled visuals to a fully realized fantasy world, offering one of the most stunning MMORPGs developed specifically for console players. Players adventure across an open persistent world where mythical beasts roam the land and player vs. player battles can take place at any time.
