Scrounge supplies, craft items, and avoid the swarms of infected “dreamers” in a towering cityscape
Wiesbaden, Germany 8th April, 2021. Publisher Assemble Entertainment and developer Solar Powered Games are inviting you to survive the end-of-days high above the chaos of the city streets in Highrisers, a survival RPG with heavy crafting elements heading to Windows PC via Steam on 6th May, 2021. In Highrisers, society has collapsed due to a mysterious affliction that causes people to become “Dreamers”, light-sensitive sombanulators. To stay safe, the remaining survivors have taken to the relatively protected rooftops of the city’s towering skyscrapers. They’ll need to find supplies, craft gear, and repair the helicopter that promises to fly them away from the danger and into a safe, new world.
In Highrisers, players take on the role of one of four survivors, eking out an existenc e on the upper floors of an expansive skyline. Down below, in the dimly lit lower floors, infected Dreamers begin to gather, increasing in numbers every night when the sun sets and their aggression amplifies. Each survivor brings different skills to the table, which they’ll need to successfully engage in missions to the dangerous lower floors in search of weapons, supplies, gear, and most importantly: parts to repair the helicopter.
Watch the brand new trailer for Highrisers on YouTube here
Key Features of Highrisers
Takin’ it to the Top: The city’s streets and lower floors are filled with dangerous infected Dreamers, and the only safe spots left are the top floors of towering skyscrapers. It’s also, conveniently, a great place to park a helicopter…if only it worked.
Risk it for the Biscuit: In order to survive, players will need supplies, including weapons, gear, and of course, food. Head down to the lower floors and risk the dangers to get the best equipment and ingredients — just watch out for Dreamers and remember, every night they climb higher and higher..
Four Characters, Four Playstyles: Players can choose from four different survivors, Jes, Ike, Ann and Mo, each with their own unique abilities and backstory. Whether the plucky young Jes with her affinity for tech, or the mechanic Ike and his handy ability to repair machines, each character offers a different personality, a deep skill tree, and an individual approach to survival!
Procedurally Generated Vertical Chaos: Randomized level layouts encourage multiple playthroughs where each run is different than the last, sometimes you get lucky, other times you get caught by the Dreamers and it’s game over!
Developed by Solar Powered Games and published by Assemble Entertainment, Highrisers will launch on Windows PC via Steam on 6th May, 2021. Add the game to your wishlist by visiting the Steam Store page and learn more at the official website.
Stay up-to-date with Highrisers by following Solar Powered Games on Facebook and Twitter and check out the official kickstarter here.
Follow Assemble Entertainment on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Reddit, and join the official Discord server here.
About Assemble Entertainment
Based in Wiesbaden, Germany, Assemble Entertainment is an independent games developer and publisher, best known for Leisure Suit Larry: Wet Dreams Dry Twice, the latest installment in the humorously naughty point-and-click adventure saga, and the multi-award-winning Endzone – A World Apart, that challenges players to survive and thrive following an environmental apocalypse. Assemble Entertainment also organizes GermanDevDays, an annual conference that attracts more than 1,200 attendees from across the German-speaking video game development industry.
A Vibrant Adventure with Many Twists and Turns, Inspired by Brothers Grimm
Cologne, April 8, 2021 – Publisher Headup and the developer Devespresso Games announce the official release of Scarlet Hood and the Wicked Wood for Steam, GOG and the Epic Games Store today. The game is available for PC, Mac and Linux platforms for 14.99 USD / 14.99 € / 11.99 GBP with 15% discount at launch.
Scarlet Hood and the Wicked Wood is a light-hearted puzzle solving adventure with many twists and turns. Developed by Devespresso, renowned for their signature hand-illustrated graphics and the popular ‘The Coma’ series and ‘Vambrace: Cold Soul’, the game features unique branching story paths with several endings and recurring time loop (think Groundhog Day).
Scarlet, an aspiring singer, is caught in a powerful tornado, and wakes up in the mysterious realm of Glome – a lush, vibrant world brimming with magic, beauty, and artifacts from a bygone culture. There she meets a hapless Munchkin caravan who depend on her for guidance through the perilous Wicked Wood, guarded by the cantankerous witch, LeFaba. To help them, Scarlet must take on the mantle of the Red Witch and learn to wield the powerful Womping Stick. While she may be completely outmatched, Scarlet soon learns a recursion hex has her reliving the same day. Can she use her newfound powers and the knowledge gained from her previous lives to outwit LeFaba and lead the troupe to safety?
The Deluxe Edition of the game will come with two digital artbooks – one containing illustrations and in-game art, the other featuring a photography from the making of Scarlet Hood’s live-action trailer. This package will also include the game’s original jazz soundtrack. The Deluxe Edition is available for 17.61 USD / 17.61 € / 14.09 GBP.
Scarlet Hood and the Wicked Wood is available in nine languages; English, Korean, German, French, Ukrainian, Russian, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, and Spanish.
Scarlet Hood and the Wicked Wood is a story-driven adventure game. As Scarlet, you must relive seven days of misfortune, and make a series of decisions to guide your Munchkin troupe safely out of the Wicked Wood. Experience branching outcomes based on your decisions. Most importantly, immerse yourself in a bewitching story of fantastic adventure!
Survive a narrative time-loop.
Solve ridiculous puzzles.
Follow your own multi-path story.
Unlock multiple endings based on your decisions.
Ogle the hand-illustrated graphics.
Use Scarlet’s witching skills to avoid detection.
About Headup
Headup is a hybrid games publishing and development company providing players worldwide with the best content in the independent gaming sector. Established in 2009, it is active on all major platforms such as consoles, mobile devices and PC, and was awarded as “Best Publisher” at the German Developers Awards in 2012, 2013, 2017 and 2019. With over 80 million customers served on mobile and further several million players on the PC and consoles, Headup is always looking to raise awareness and commercial success for developers thinking outside the box. More information can be found at www.headupgames.com, Twitter and Discord.
About Devespresso Games
Devespresso Games is an independent, four-man team based out of Seoul, South Korea and San Francisco, USA. The team focuses on crafting interactive stories, immersive worlds, and memorable characters through the medium of games. The guys followed up on the success of their console debut and cult hit, The Coma: Recut, with the fantasy, roguelike adventure game, Vambrace: Cold Soul. Their last game, The Coma 2: Vicious Sisters, was released in 2020 on PC, PS4, Nintendo Switch and Xbox One. Currently they are working on Scarlet Hood and the Wicked Wood. More at www.devespressogames.com.
Exciting new partnership sees Meridiem Games releasing physical boxed editions of best selling titles across Europe and Australia
Madrid, Spain – 7th April, 2021. Meridiem Games is excited to announce a publishing and distribution partnership with video game publisher Raiser Games to bring one of its spectacular games to specialist stores. This exciting new collaboration will see Meridiem Games publish and distribute the physical boxed edition of the soon to be announced title, across European territories and Australia.
Raiser Games is a division of the Webediagroup and was created to establish an international video games publisher based in Spain. Composed of a team of industry veterans and new talent, the team has more than 80 years experience in the sector. Raiser Games is committed to creating games capable of contributing exciting new content for the community of players they support as well as content creators with great reach in the gaming community.
“We are delighted to start a new adventure with a partner like Raiser Games.” Commented Sergio Palacián, CEO, Meridiem Games. “We are working very hard to create an exciting physical boxed edition that fans will want to add to their games collection”
“We are very happy that Meridiem brings games to all those players who continue to enjoy having physical editions on their shelves, as a sign of their identity and love for games” Said Pablo de la Nuez, CEO, Raiser Games
Stay tuned for more news on the exciting first Raiser Games title to be published by Meridiem Games.
Meridiem Games is an independent company working on the distribution and publishing of video games in all platforms. All the members of Meridiem Games´ team are players who are looking to satisfy the final client, the gamer. That is why we bring to you all kinds of games, from AAA to Indie projects. This is our target, this is Meridiem Games. Click here if you want to be updated about us. https://meridiem-games.com/
About Raiser Games Raiser Games is Webedia’s boutique game publisher. With over 200 games behind our backs, our talented team of professionals helps independent developers to bring their best ideas to life by producing, marketing, publishing, and distributing their projects on multiple platforms and on a worldwide scale. Our flagship title, Youtubers Life , is a trendsetter, million-player franchise with a unique spin on the life simulation genre. Our diverse portfolio includes the Lovecraftian cult-hit Song of Horror , the quirky arena shooter Goat of Duty , and the MOBA manager spin-off Esports Life Tycoon, among others. We strive every day to fill the world with fun and games for everyone. A Raiser Game is both an entertaining experience, and a friendly community where players feel at home.
Kingston Embedded Memory Solutions Featured on NXP Reference Boards
Taipei – April 8, 2021 – Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced it is partnering with NXP® Semiconductors on their new i.MX 8M Plus applications processors. NXP is a leading applications processor developer for creating infrastructure solutions involving smart technology, and Kingston is proud that its eMMC embedded memory solution is part of the reference board for its latest application processor.
Smart device makers requesting NXP’s engineering verification kits featuring the i.MX 8M Plus chipset will see Kingston’s eMMC onboard. This creates a terrific opportunity to expand the relationship with NXP and also further showcase Kingston embedded memory solutions to other IoT manufacturers. Kingston’s discrete memory and storage solutions were also embedded on NXP’s previous-generation i.MX 6 and i.MX 7 series processor boards.
“We are honored to extend our partnership with NXP, one of the top semiconductor companies in the world, on their latest i.MX 8M Plus evaluation kit,” said Kingston. “Kingston products power machines and devices everywhere from data centers to corporate and client PCs, as well as many embedded products. We have been in the memory business for over 33 years and working with NXP is a great way to enhance our embedded solutions business.”
“Our latest i.MX 8M Plus processor focuses on machine learning, vision, multimedia as well as industrial IoT devices,” said NXP Semiconductors. “As with prior NXP applications processors, it is great to work with Kingston and include their embedded memory solutions with our evaluation kits that are sent to developers and manufacturers. Our relationship runs deep on both engineering and marketing levels.”
Kingston started its embedded memory business in 2010 to address the then-growing trend toward smartphones, tablets and early-IoT solutions. As the world has increasingly adopted an automated lifestyle via smart devices, Kingston’s presence and stature in the embedded memory industry has grown tremendously. As a result, Kingston’s memory solutions can be found in industrial applications including automobile fleet tracking and devices enabling 5G telecommunications as well as many home consumer products including Bluetooth® speakers, robotic vacuums and wearables.
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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THE LAST KIDS ON EARTH AND THE STAFF OF DOOM VIDEO GAME LAUNCHES JUNE 4th, 2021
The Kid Friendly, Zombie Action Game Is Based On The New York Times Best-Selling Books And Emmy Award-Winning Netflix Series ‘The Last Kids On Earth’
New Trailer Released Revealing How The Heroes’ Adventure Begins
Outright Games, the leading global publisher of family-friendly interactive entertainment, together with Atomic Cartoons (the Kids and Family Division of Thunderbird Entertainment), and development studio Stage Clear Studios, have announced a June 4, 2021 release date for the upcoming kid friendly zombie and monster action video game The Last Kids on Earth and the Staff of Doom. The production partnership is managed by Atomic Cartoons’ worldwide agent for merchandise, licensing and video games, Cyber Group Studios.
This new action adventure is set in the best-selling, Emmy award-winning universe of The Last Kids on Earth, andwill be available June 4, 2021 on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®, Xbox and Steam. Fans can check out a newly released story trailer that illustrates how the game begins here:
In The Last Kids on Earth and the Staff of Doom, fans can immerse themselves in an all new story, exploring the massive town of Wakefield and taking on hordes of zombies. Play as the series’ legendary heroes Jack, Quint, June and Dirk, as they search for the missing pieces of the ultra-powerful ‘Staff of Doom’ and try to overcome Malondre, the Queen of the Slime Monsters, as she seeks to summon Rezzoch, the Ancient Destructor of Worlds. At launch, players will be able to jump into 1-4 player offline couch co-op mode, which will soon be followed by a patch that will add online multiplayer functionality.
Terry Malham, CEO of Outright Games: “We are delighted to reveal more details about this exciting original story that serves as the backdrop for our interactive addition to the amazing universe, of The Last Kids on Earth. Our partnership with Cyber Group Studios has allowed Outright Games to work on some of the most exciting kids’ entertainment franchises in the world today. The Last Kids on Earth has proven to be a perfect fit to adapt into a video game, and along with our partners at Cyber Group, Clear State and Atomic Cartoons, we’re confident that fans and newcomers alike will fall in love with what we’ve got in store for them”.
The brand-new game is based on The Last Kids on Earth book series from Penguin Random House, which has sold more than five million copies in print around the world, in addition to being named to numerous best-selling book lists such as TheNew York Times, USA Today, and TheWall Street Journal. A new Last Kids graphic novel, “Thrilling Tales from the Treehouse” was also published on April 6th 2021, which includes six brand new short stories by Max Brallier, and full-color art by Anoosha Syed, Xavier Bonet, Lorena Alvarez, Jay Cooper, Christopher Mitten and The Last Kids on Earth series illustrator Douglas Holgate.
Max Brallier, Author of best-selling book series, Netflix Series Creator: “We started with books, then went interactive on Netflix, and now fans of the Last Kids on Earth have the power in their hands to fully control the fates of Jack, Quint, June and Dirk as they take on the greatest foes ever faced in their battle to save the world. The world of The Last Kids on Earth just keeps on growing, and I can’t wait to see how readers, viewers and gamers around the world respond to the next exciting chapter in the journey of these beloved characters.”
In addition to the best-selling books, an animated Last Kids Netflix series premiered in 2019 with a 66-minute special that won an Emmy Award for “Best Special Class Animation Program.” It was followed by two additional seasons in 2020, and a special interactive episode entitled “Happy Apocalypse to You” started streaming on April 6th 2021. To produce the interactive episode, Atomic Cartoons leveraged interactive Netflix technology that requires viewers to make choices using their remote control to advance the story.
The animated series features the voice talents of Mark Hamill, Rosario Dawson, Catherine O’Hara, Keith David, Bruce Campbell, Garland Whitt, Montse Hernandez and Charles Demers, in addition to Nick Wolfhard voicing the lead character Jack Sullivan.Wolfhard, Hernandez, Whitt and Demers will also voice their characters in the upcoming video game.
IP rights for The Last Kids on Earth were acquired in 2017 by Thunderbird Entertainment Group, the parent company of Atomic Cartoons. In addition to the Netflix series and video game, Atomic also has launched a toy and merchandise line based on the series with Jakks Pacific, and a T-Shirt line with Hot Topic.
Matthew Berkowitz, Chief Creative Officer, Atomic Cartoons and Thunderbird Entertainment: “We are thrilled that The Last Kids on Earth and the Staff of Doom is only a few short months away from release! It’s been incredible to see this completely original story, with brand new series villain Malondre, come to life in such an epic fashion! We can’t wait for fans around the world to play as Jack, June, Dirk and Quint. Outright Games and Stage Clear Studios have done a phenomenal job bringing our heroes, monsters, zombies and the town of Wakefield to life for an absolute romp of a time. They have truly delivered a wholly unique Last Kids experience!”
About BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S. BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S., part of BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc., is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive entertainment for all major video game consoles, iOS, Android, and online platforms. The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises including PAC-MAN™, GALAGA™, TEKKEN™, SOULCALIBUR™, ACE COMBAT™ and DARK SOULS™. BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe is the premier publisher for anime-based video games including NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, DRAGON BALL™, and ONE PIECE™.
Outright Games is a global video games publisher with a focus on quality family entertainment to a worldwide audience. Founded in 2016, Outright Games has established its place in the market delivering engaging interactive games of beloved entertainment licenses globally. Outright Games brings stories and characters to life with titles including favourites such as Jumanji: The Video Game with Sony Pictures, Paw Patrol: On a Roll with Nickelodeon, Ben 10 with Cartoon Network, and Dragons: Dawn of New Risers with NBC Universal. With an Outright Games title there will be fun for all the family to enjoy. For more information please visit: www.outrightgames.com
About Stage Clear Studios:
Stage Clear Studios is a long-established, award-winning game development studio based in Madrid, Spain. The company portfolio encompasses more than 30 releases on PC and console, ranging from platform ports to full releases on the latest platforms. The goal is always the same: reward the trust of both player and publisher with a quality game.www.stageclearstudios.com
About Cyber Group Studios:
Cyber Group Studios is a leading producer and distributor of animated series and a developer of global entertainment brands for children and families worldwide. Founded in 2005 and employing around 150 people, the company has set offices in Paris (France) and Los Angeles (USA), studios in Paris and Roubaix (France) and has structured strategic partnerships in Russia and China. Cyber Groups Studios creates and promotes content for Broadcasters, Digital Platforms, Theatres and Direct-to-Consumers (home entertainment, interactive games, consumer products). The company’s dedication for managing content resonating with kids and families globally has earned Cyber Group Studios multiple international awards. For more information, visit: www.cybergroupstudios.com
About Atomic Cartoons and Thunderbird Entertainment:
Thunderbird Entertainment Group (TSXV:TBRD, OTC – THBRF) is a global award-winning, full-service, multiplatform production, distribution, and rights management company, headquartered in Vancouver, with additional offices in Los Angeles, Toronto, and Ottawa. Thunderbird creates award-winning scripted, unscripted, and animated programming for the world’s leading digital platforms, as well as Canadian and international broadcasters. Thunderbird’s vision is to produce high quality, socially responsible content that makes the world a better place. The Company develops, produces, and distributes animated, factual, and scripted content through its various divisions, including Thunderbird kids and family (Atomic Cartoons), Thunderbird factual (Great Pacific Media) and Thunderbird productions. Thunderbird is on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @tbirdent. For more information, visit: www.thunderbird.tv.
PGA TOUR® 2K21 Introduces New TravisMathew and PUMA Golf Gear
Collection of hot new lifestyle and sports apparel available now in the MyPLAYER store
2K and HB Studios today announced TravisMathew and PUMA Golf gear has arrived in PGA TOUR® 2K21*, keeping MyPLAYERs swinging with swag on the cutting edge of modern golf fashion.
The TravisMathew collection includes three polo shirts, three hats and three shoes, marking the brand’s PGA TOUR 2K21 debut. PUMA Golf introduces an all-new oversized hat and new shoe. The gear is available to all players in the PGA TOUR 2K21 in-game shop.** PGA TOUR 2K21 is available now on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Stadia and Switch.
Starting today, tankers can celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first-ever manned spaceflight
This coming Monday will mark 60 years since man’s first foray into space as six decades ago Yuri Gagarin, and his capsule Vostok 1, journeyed into outer space and completed 1 full orbit around Earth. Such an occasion demands a great celebration and World of Tanks is bringing exactly that to its players.
To the Stars! is a two-pronged event which will see players acquire Star Points. By acquiring this special form of in-game currency through daily missions, they themselves will get great rewards, such as a unique 2D style based on Vostok 1 and the man himself, Yuri Gagarin, as well as some other valuable goodies. Gagarin will be an in-game commander, dressed in his iconic orange flightsuit, who will represent the U.S.S.R. nation. His voicelines have been specially recorded by a professional voice actor who has mimicked both the diction and intonation of this Soviet hero. This part of the event will run until April 19th.
Alongside the personal progress, players need to join forces to complete a set of common goals: completing stages daily from today to April 12th. Just like personal progress, it will require players to earn Star Points and these will be added to a shared “Star Point vault” between all tankers, so everyone’s contribution is crucial. Once the required Star Points have been acquired, more of Gagarin’s story unfolds. Besides more details becoming available, players will also get increased XP multipliers in battles between April 12th and 19th.
During the event, tankers can visit a special event website dedicated to the first-manned spaceflight and this significant astronautical milestone. The World of Tanks team worked closely with Galina Gagarina, daughter of Yuri, during the creation of this event to make sure her father’s story was told as accurately as possible.
“Yuri Gagarin proved that humans can live and operate in space. His flight encouraged and gave hope to all those who dreamed of this! It kickstarted the deep understanding of humanity’s role in preserving and developing our cosmic home—Earth,” says the daughter of the legendary cosmonaut. “I’m happy to know that, through the millions-strong audience of World of Tanks, the memory of mankind’s first foray into space will be preserved for years to come!”
Max Chuvalov, Publishing Director for World of Tanks, adds: “We would like to thank Galina Gagarina for all the help and advice she gave throughout the project. We are happy to share her father’s story with all our players and hopefully by doing so, more people will become inspired!”
Players will be able to track both their own and the shared progress here. For more information about the To the Stars! event, visit https://worldoftanks.asia/.
About World of Tanks
World of Tanks is the first team-based, massively multiplayer online action game dedicated to armoured warfare. Throw yourself into the epic tank battles of World War II with gamers all over the world. Your arsenal includes over 600 armored vehicles from 11 nations, carefully detailed with historical accuracy.
Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 5,500 employees and offices spread all over the world. Over 200 million players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Their flagship products include the massively popular free-to-play hit World of Tanks and the strategic naval action game World of Warships.
Wizard World Signature Series Presents Nostalgia Opens Saturday With ‘Walker, Texas Ranger’ Stars
Exclusive Ten-Event Subscription-Based Series Continues Through June 12 With Other Classic Favorites; Fans Can Purchase Live Video Chats, Virtual Photo Ops, Recorded Videos, Signed Photos
LOS ANGELES, April 7, 2021 – Four stars from the hit TV series “Walker, Texas Ranger” kick off the Wizard World Signature Series Presents Nostalgia on Saturday when Clarence Gilyard Jr, Sheree J. Wilson, Nia Peeples and Judson Mills participate in a live Q&A, the first of 10 events through June featuring exclusive opportunities to connect with classic icons of the small and big screens. Wizard Brands, Inc. (OTCBB:WIZD) today announced the full slate of Nostalgia events, continuing April 17 with the creators of “X-Men: The Animated Series,” through June 12. The subscription-based program offers fans multiple options that provide exceptional value and insider access, including live Q&As, exclusive themed and branded merchandise, compelling content and interactive experiences.
Gilyard (“James Trivette”), Wilson (“Alex Cahill”), Peeples (“Sydney Cooke”) and Mills (“Francis Gage”) will reunite to discuss their roles and on-set stories from the 1993-2001 hit action drama beginning at 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. ET. The Wizard World Signature Series Presents Horror also continues Saturday with its fourth entry, “Stephen King’s It,” featuring standouts Emily Perkins, Brandon Crane, Ben Heller, Marlon Taylor and Adam Faraizl, at 4 p.m. PT / 1 p.m. PT. Visit www.wizardworld.com for the complete schedule of Signature Series events.
A variety of subscription offerings allow fans to select individual Signature Series events, selections of five or 10 or a bonus package with access to every Q&A and numerous extras. Since last March, Wizard World has conducted more than 200 free Q&As with celebrities, artists, authors and more, as well as paid live video chats, virtual photo ops, autographs and recorded video messages.
Wizard World continues to offer a selection of free panels and special events via its streaming platforms, with such regular topics as “Doctor Who,” “The Walking Dead,” Pure Fandom, Popular Culture Psychology, the nerdy trivia game WizQuiz and more every week.
Upcoming Wizard World Signature Series Events · Saturday, April 10, “Walker, Texas Ranger,” Clarence Gilyard Jr, Sheree J. Wilson, Nia Peeples, Judson Mills · 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT (Nostalgia) · Saturday, April 10, “Stephen King’s It,” Emily Perkins, Brandon Crane, Ben Heller, Marlon Taylor, Adam Faraizl · 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT (Horror) · Saturday, April 17, “X-Men: The Animated Series Creators,” Eric and Julia Lewald · 1 p.m. ET / 10 a.m. PT (Nostalgia) · Saturday, April 17, “Friday the 13th, Part VI: Jason Lives,” Thom Mathews, Kerry Noonan, Vincent Guastaferro, Cynthia Kania · 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT (Horror)
About Wizard Brands, Inc. (OTCQB: WIZD) Wizard Brands, Inc. (www.wizardbrands.com) is an activist conglomerate that optimizes performance and profit in the companies it acquires, restructures, and operates.
Wizard World Virtual (www.wizardworld.com) creates and builds global interactive online communities for affinity groups by sourcing, producing, marketing, and streaming exclusive proprietary events and Signature Series content. Wizard World Virtual powers a content-rich channel that provides fans with the opportunity to connect directly with celebrities via a variety of video platforms.
Wizard World Vault (www.wizardworldvault.com) features some of the most popular pop culture memorabilia from the Wizard World Live and Wizard World Virtual events, along with items from featured artists and exhibitors in the memorabilia world.
Wizard World Live produces comic, gaming, and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate the best in pop culture: movies, television, gaming, live entertainment, tech, comics, sci-fi, graphic novels, toys, original art, collectibles, contests, and more. Each event features topical programming and entertainment with celebrity Q&A’s, comics-themed sessions, costume contests, movie screenings, evening parties and more.
Jevo (www.getjevo.com) is one of the world’s first fully automated gelatin shot makers. We are expecting to expand Jevo’s applications and are moving toward a distributor-based model. We intend to explore potential verticals, targeting the spa and fitness, medical, senior living, and educational sectors, among others, as Jevo’s patented gelatin delivery system has the potential to play in sectors far beyond the hospitality industry.
GIORNO GIOVANNA GAMEPLAY AND LAUNCH TRAILERS RELEASED FOR JUMP FORCE
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today debuted both the gameplay and launch trailers for Giorno Giovanna, who will be striking a pose alongside the rest of the JUMP FORCE roster as paid DLC on April 13 (early access for Characters Pass 2 owners beginning April 9). To experience the Passione boss in all his golden glory, head over to the following YouTube links (ready for embedding):
Gameplay Trailer:
Launch Trailer:
Giorno is the fifth and final member of JUMP FORCE Characters Pass 2, which also features the currently available Shoto Todorok, Meruem, Hiei, and Yoruichi Shihoin. By purchasing Characters Pass 2 for $17.99, players will immediately obtain Shoto Todoroki, Meruem, Hiei, and Yoruichi Shihoin, as well as gain early access to Giorno Giovanna starting April 9. Each character may also be purchased separately for $3.99.
JUMP FORCE is available now for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system system, Xbox One and PCs via STEAM®; the JUMP FORCE Deluxe Editionis also currently available for Nintendo Switch.
PAC-MAN 99 ARRIVES TODAY ON NINTENDO SWITCH FROM BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA INC.
Compete Against 98 Other PAC-MAN Players in This Thrilling Free-to-Start Battle Royale!
SANTA CLARA, Calif., (April 7, 2021) – Leading video game publisher and developer BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. has announced that PAC-MAN™ 99 will be available later today for the Nintendo Switch. PAC-MAN 99 is the latest entry in the long-running PAC-MAN franchise with an online multiplayer experience unlike any other in the series’ history. Ninety-nine PAC-MAN players compete against each other until one remains. Chomp down on Power Pellets to activate special power-ups and send Jammer PAC-MAN to opponents’ mazes to become the last PAC standing. PAC-MAN 99 is a special offer for Nintendo Switch Online* members at no additional cost.
Developed by Arika Co., Ltd., PAC-MAN 99 takes the classic PAC-MAN arcade gameplay that has been loved by millions around the world for the past 40 years and creates a brand-new multiplayer battle royale experience against 98 other players. Knock out other players by sending Jammer PAC-MAN to opponents’ mazes by touching a Power Pellet and defeating ghosts. Jammer PAC-MAN will clog up the competition’s maze and slow their PAC-MAN down, making it harder for them to avoid ghosts and clear out their maze of Pac-Dots. In addition to making ghosts vulnerable, Power Pellets also give PAC-MAN special abilities including increasing his speed or sending more Jammer PAC-MAN to other players’ mazes. Each ability comes with a drawback so choose your strategy wisely.
“PAC-MAN 99 delivers a frantic and fun multiplayer take on the storied PAC-MAN gameplay,” said Pearl Lai, Brand Manager for BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. “The quick pick-up-and-play structure of the game coupled with the play anywhere nature of Nintendo Switch makes it the perfect experience for anyone looking for a bit of good-natured competition PAC-MAN has always been known for.”
A paid DLC bundle will be available at launch to enhance the PAC-MAN 99 experience with additional modes including an offline CPU Battle mode, private matches to play against friends, special score and time-attack challenges, and 20 alternate skins of classic BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc. games including DIG DUG®, GALAGA®, and more! The PAC-MAN 99 DLC bundle can be purchased $29.99 and the classic character skins can be purchased individually for $1.99 through the Nintendo eShop.
*Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/switch-online
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About PAC-MAN
Born on May 22, 1980, PAC-MAN immediately rose to meteoric popularity, first in video game arcades, then on the pop culture stage and through an array of branding and entertainment appearances throughout the 1980’s and 1990’s.
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., part of BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc., is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive entertainment for all major video game consoles, iOS, Android, and online platforms. The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises including PAC-MAN®, GALAGA®, TEKKEN®, SOULCALIBUR®, and ACE COMBAT®. BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. is the premier publisher in the Western hemisphere for anime-based video games including NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, DRAGON BALL Z®, and ONE PIECE®. More information about the company and its products can be found at http://www.bandainamcoent.com or www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS
