STAR WARS™ EPISODE I: RACER MAKES LONG-AWAITED DEBUT FOR XBOX FANS 

Now Available for Digital Purchase at Microsoft Store on Xbox One

AUSTIN, Texas, October 27, 2020 – Finally, Xbox One gamers have a reason to shout – “Now this is Podracing!” 

Aspyr today announced Star Wars™ Episode l: Racer is now available for purchase on Xbox One for $14.99. Xbox fans can now take control of a Podracer in a pulse-pounding, do-or-die fight to the finish line. 
 
Star Wars Episode l: Racer, the classic sci-fi racing game based on the Podracing sequence in the film Star Wars™: The Phantom Menace™, is back with:

• Twenty-five (25) playable racers including Anakin Skywalker, Sebulba, and Ratts Tyerell
• Race tracks spanning eight unique worlds including Tatooine, Baroonda, and Malastare
• Players can work with pit droids to upgrade Podracers for higher top speeds and acceleration
• Discover short-cuts and secrets to master lap times
• Play single player campaigns or multiplayer via split-screen

 
“We released Star Wars Episode l: Racer on Switch and PS4 earlier this year and were thrilled to see the positive response among those playing for the first time, as well as fans of the original, all of whom couldn’t get enough of this adrenaline-pumping favorite,” said Elizabeth Howard, vice president of publishing at Aspyr. “Now, we’re finally bringing it to the Xbox fans so they can join the race, put the pedal to the metal, and experience a beloved classic Star Wars game.”
 
Star Wars Episode l: Racer is now available for purchase on Xbox One for $14.99 USD. The game is also available on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4.
 
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About Aspyr
Aspyr is a leading video game publishing and development partner focused on maximizing the potential of games across all platforms and for all players. Today, the company supports a growing network of partners that includes many of the industry’s leading entertainment IP holders, publishers, developers, and technology providers. Aspyr is based in Austin, TX. For more information, visit www.aspyr.com.
 

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Classic Armament Returns to the Skies in ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN Today

With 25 years of history, ACE COMBAT has taken countless players into the skies to become battle-hardened aces. To celebrate this illustrious history, the Project ACES team has brought back some classic aircraft and weaponry for a new generation of aces to deploy in ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN. Some of the classic aircrafts and weapons coming in the incoming DLC update will include:

Aircraft & Weapon Combos:

1. CFA-44 “Nosferatu”
   1. ADMM: All Direction Multi-Purpose Missile
   2. EML: Electromagnetic Launcher
   3. IEWS: Integrated Electronic Warfare System

• XFA-27

2. SOD: Stand-Off Dispenser
3. MSTM: Multiple-Launch Standard Missile
4. IEWS: Integrated Electronic Warfare System

• ASF-X “Shinden II”

3. RKT: Rocket Launcher
4. LASM: Long-Range Air-to-Ship Missile
5. 6AAM: 6 Target Air-to-Air Missile

Accompanying these classic aircraft and weapons will be an array of new aircraft skins and emblems that are sure to excite fans. This latest content update is available for purchase today in one package for $12.49 for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and STEAM for PC. Players interested in only adding aircraft to their virtual hangar can do so for $4.99 for each aircraft. Lastly, a new Casual-Easy difficulty level will be added to ACE COMBAT 7: SKIES UNKNOWN’s Campaign Mode for free. This new difficulty level has been designed to allow new or casual players to have an easier time accessing the intricacies of the game.

Now, suit-up, strap in, and get ready for your next sortie!

Play as your favourite characters from Miyagi-Do and Cobra Kai in this new co-op beat ‘em up, inspired by the action and rivalry of Netflix’s hit series!

MINNEAPOLIS – Oct. 27, 2020 – Cobra Kai: The Karate Kid Saga Continues, the new action video game inspired by Sony Pictures Television’s critically acclaimed series, now on Netflix, launches today on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and is coming to Nintendo Switch on November 24th. Three decades after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament, the rivalry between Daniel LaRusso and Johnny Lawrence rages on. This side-scrolling beat ‘em up featuring two-player couch co-op is now available at major retailers for £34.99/€39.99, as well as the PlayStation®Store, Microsoft Store and for pre-order on Nintendo Switch.

Made in collaboration with the series’ creators, Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz and Hayden Schlossberg, Cobra Kai: The Karate Kid Saga Continues features an original story from dueling perspectives with unique cutscenes, dialogue, and the voices of Ralph Macchio, William Zabka and more. Choose between Daniel LaRusso and his students at Miyagi-Do Karate, or their Cobra Kai rivals, led by Daniel’s old foe, Johnny Lawrence. Only completing both sides of the campaign will give you the ultimate ending.

Seamlessly swap between eight playable heroes from both dojos, each with their own movesets, combos, ultimates and more. Master dozens of unique abilities and upgrade your characters’ stats and RPG-like skill trees. Face down fierce enemies and bosses in hard-hitting brawls across 28 story missions around the Los Angeles of the Cobra Kai universe. The fight is in your hands!
 
Cobra Kai: The Karate Kid Saga Continues is being exclusively distributed in EMEA by Maximum Games.
 
Cobra Kai: The Karate Kid Saga Continues is published by GameMill Entertainment. For more information, visit PlayCobraKai.com

About COBRA KAI
In the highly-anticipated return of two iconic characters, the arch-rivals from the legendary Karate Kid film series reunite over 30 years after the events of the 1984 All Valley Karate Tournament. Now living in the affluent hills of Encino, Daniel LaRusso (Ralph Macchio) leads an enviable life with his beautiful family, while running a successful string of car dealerships throughout the valley. Meanwhile, his high school adversary, Johnny Lawrence (William Zabka), whose life has taken a rocky turn, seeks redemption by reopening the infamous Cobra Kai karate dojo. Their lives inevitably become intertwined and the rivalry is reignited, setting forth the next generation of “karate kids” in COBRA KAI. COBRA KAI is written and executive produced by Josh Heald, Jon Hurwitz, and Hayden Schlossberg via their production company, Counterbalance Entertainment. COBRA KAI is produced by Overbrook Entertainment in association with Sony Pictures Television.

About GameMill Entertainment
GameMill Entertainment, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a third-party publisher of console and mobile games for passionate fans around the world. Development platforms include PC, Nintendo Switch, Microsoft consoles including the Xbox One video game and entertainment system, and Sony consoles including the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, and mobile devices. With development across the globe, GameMill is a source of entertaining and fun games for all ages. For more information, please visit https://gamemill.com

About Maximum Games
Maximum Games is a top 20 full-service publisher and curator of quality games across all major platforms and global markets. The company is dedicated to its never-ending pursuit to bring unique gameplay experiences to consumers worldwide through strategic partnerships and a hands-on approach to publishing, marketing and distribution. For more information, visit www.maximumgames.com

About Sony Pictures Consumer Products
Sony Pictures Consumer Products (SPCP) is the licensing and merchandising division of Sony Pictures’ Motion Picture Group and Sony Pictures Television for Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), which is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Sony Corporation. SPE’s global operations encompass motion picture production, acquisition, and distribution; television production, acquisition, and distribution; television networks; digital content creation and distribution; operation of studio facilities; and development of new entertainment products, services and technologies. SPE’s Motion Picture Group production organizations include Columbia Pictures, Screen Gems, TriStar Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Stage 6 Films, AFFIRM Films, and Sony Pictures Classics. For additional information, visit http://www.sonypictures.com/corp/divisions.html

The Ultimate FIFA Team Launches 2021’s ‘Luckiest Kit in FIFA’

MILTON KEYNES, UK – 27th October 2020 – FUTWIZ, the ultimate FIFA community brand with more than a million registered users, today announces their new kit for FIFA 21. Hailed by many fans as the ‘luckiest kit in FIFA’, players can get their hands on the new FIFA 21 kit in-game now.

Formed in 2012, FUTWIZ is a FIFA Ultimate Team Community brand featuring player databases, squad builders, packs, drafts, plus its world class FIFA esports team. The Team FUTWIZ FIFA 20 kit was worn by hundreds of thousands of players and used in tens of millions of matches in FIFA 20, and continues to draw attention from gamers for it’s good luck properties, with many fans on social media supposedly drawing great player items when wearing the Team FUTWIZ kit.

Dan Bellis, Co-Founder and CEO of FUTWIZ says, “We’re really excited to launch the new kit to millions of FIFA fans as well as our own loyal community members. The kit sees Elgato renewing their partnership with us after seeing such incredible engagement our first season together. Of course, the fact that our pro players who are all partnered Twitch streamers love using the Elgato product range to help them create great content makes it a fantastic partnership for us! We are continuing to seek more business opportunities as we look to grow the FUTWIZ brand”. The FUTWIZ team have also created a real-life version of the kit for fans to buy. Pre-orders have launched via the online shop. For more information please visit www.futwiz.com or to follow the team check out Twitch https://twitter.com/futwiz and Twitter @ https://twitter.com/futwiz

Fans can now pre-order this brand-new mobile adventure on iOS and Android to unlock exclusive rewards

NEW YORK / LONDON, October 27, 2020 – King, a leading interactive entertainment company for the mobile world, today announced that Crash Bandicoot: On the Run!™ is set to launch on mobile in Spring 2021. In this new mobile game, fans can look forward to classic Crash gameplay as well as a variety of exciting features such as crafting and base-building to enjoy on the go. In addition to Android, pre-registration for this free-to-play game is now open for gamers on iOS.

Transforming the runner genre with elements that add depth and progression to the game, Crash Bandicoot: On the Run! brings the best of the Crash Bandicoot™ franchise from the last 20 years with fan-favorite characters and bosses including Fake Crash who has appeared as an unlockable playable character and boss through the history of the franchise. Fake Crash is rather clueless and dim, yet as capable as Crash when it comes to his physical abilities and skills. He’s a mysterious character who tends to show up unexpectedly and usually without much explanation. He’s been known to try and upstage Crash, and has even tried to prove that he himself is the real Crash.

In Crash Bandicoot: On the Run! fans can also look forward to playing one of the most infamous levels from the original Crash Bandicoot™ game and N. Sane Trilogy™. The Lab is where Crash gets to defeat his ultimate opponent, Dr. Neo Cortex. Players will have to avoid energy blasts and mutated blobs while smashing crates and collecting wumpa fruit. Hidden paths lead players to exclusive challenge runs that are full of additional dangers, small enemies and minions like mini-blobs, ant drones and giant oxide spiders.

Crash Bandicoot: On the Run! is available for pre-registration on Android and now on iOS. Any player that pre-registers will receive an exclusive mobile Blue Hyena Skin on launch day – a fun and exotic skin which fans may remember from Crash™ Team Racing: Nitro Fueled. For more information, visit www.CrashOnTheRun.com.

About King

King is a leading interactive entertainment company for the mobile world. It had 273 million monthly active users as of first quarter 2020 across web, social and mobile platforms, and has developed more than 200 exclusive games that are enjoyed all around the world through its king.com, Facebook, and mobile distribution platforms such as the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, Microsoft Windows App Store and Amazon Appstore. King was acquired by Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI) in February 2016. King has game studios in Stockholm, Malmö, London, Barcelona and Berlin, along with offices in San Francisco, Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, and Malta.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves King’s expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future, including statements about the features, functionality and pre-registration of Crash Bandicoot: On the Run!, are forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause King’s actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include unanticipated product delays and other factors identified in the risk factors sections of Activision Blizzard’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to King and Activision Blizzard as of the date of this release, and neither King nor Activision Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of King or Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.

© 2020 Activision Publishing Inc. CRASH BANDICOOT: ON THE RUN!, CRASH BANDICOOT and CRASH are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. KING and the KING crown logo are trademarks of King.com Ltd.

What to Expect When You Boot Up Your Next Generation Xbox on Day One

by Will Tuttle, Xbox Wire Editor in Chief

With the launch of Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S just around the corner, we figured that now would be the perfect time to give our fans an in-depth look at what they can expect when they boot up their next-gen Xbox consoles on November 10. Xbox Series X is our fastest, most powerful console ever and Xbox Series S is our smallest console ever, packed full of next-gen performance, with both consoles supporting next-gen features like Smart Delivery, Quick Resume, Dynamic Latency Input (DLI), and much more.

During the video, you’ll get a closer look at how we’ve made it faster than ever to get into your games, how games on the next generation of Xbox look better and play better than ever before, and how the Xbox app keeps you connected to your console and friends, even when you’re not home. From the new dashboard experience and our new Xbox Wireless Controller to next-gen game optimisations and storage solutions, this video will give you a look at everything you can expect from Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S.

TOM CLANCY’S RAINBOW SIX^® SIEGE ANNOUNCES LIMITED TIME HALLOWEEN EVENT: SUGAR FRIGHT

Respawn for the first time in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – OCTOBER 27^th, 2020 – Today, Ubisoft^® announced a new limited-time event for Tom Clancy’s Rainbow SixSiege Year 5 Season 3: Sugar Fright. This event brings a brand-new mode, Candy War, which allows players to respawn for the first time in Rainbow Six Siege.

This event will last two weeks, from tomorrow, October 28 until November 10. In a fantastical land filled with candy and death, players are forced to relive their nightmare repeatedly. Their only hope of escape is collecting enough candy to win this ruthless game.

In Candy War, players must collect candies left by their opponents once eliminated. But for the first time in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege history, players can respawn and seek revenge. This event takes place in a brand-new map created especially for this mode and only available during the event’s playlist.

The Sugar Fright event comes with its own collection with 30 unique items, featuring exclusive customisation for Zofia, Capitao, IQ, Nomad, Thermite, Castle, Ela, Frost, Goyo and Pulse. These puppet stylings are the same players can find in-game by picking these Operators to play the Candy War mode. Players can earn Sugar Fright packs through a special Event Challenge, purchase packs for 300 R6 Credits or 12500 Renown each in the Packs section of the Home screen. Finally, each Operator’s exclusive, time-limited customisation items are also available for purchase as Bundles in the Shop section for 1680 R6 Credits each.

To learn more about the Sugar Fright event, please visit: https://rainbow6.com/sugarfright.

About Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege

Alongside a thriving professional esports scene and a community of over 60 million registered players, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege puts players in the middle of a fast-paced, ever-evolving multiplayer experience grounded in the selection of unique Operators. Using the right mix of tactics and destruction, Rainbow Six teams engage their enemies in sieges, where both sides have exclusive skills and gadgets at their disposal. Defenders prepare by transforming the environments around them into modern strongholds, while attackers use recon drones to gain intel for carefully planning their assault. With access to dozens of Operators inspired by real world counter-intelligence agents from around the globe, players can choose exactly how they want to approach each challenge they encounter. Through the constant addition of new Operators and maps that add to the depth of both strategy and combat, the unpredictability of each round of Rainbow Six Siege sets a new bar for intensity and competition in gaming.

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.

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

PREPARE TO SURVIVE THE DARKNESS WITH A3: STILL ALIVE‘S GLOBAL LAUNCH ON NOVEMBER 10

Reserve Your In-Game Name before Launch to Receive Prizes Worth $100 USD

LOS ANGELES – OCT. 26, 2020 – A3: STILL ALIVE, the all-new Dark Fantasy Open World Mobile RPG fromNetmarble Corp. will officially open up its beautifully dark world of strife, conflict and turmoil on November 10. Players can still pre-register to download the game on the App Store® and Google Play™ to secure a variety of high-value and powerful items at launch.

As part of today’s news, A3: STILL ALIVE’s official website is kicking off its ‘Character Name Reservation Event’ that will be available for 10,000 players. By going to the website’s event pop-up, the first 10,000 players that enter their proposed in-game name, click the ‘Participate in Character Name Reservation Event’ button will receive an A3 Radienne Vanguard Coupon with in-game items worth $100 USD. These items include:

• 1000 Blue Diamonds (A3: STILL ALIVE’s premium currency)
• 500,000 Gold
• 500,000 Mana Stones
• 700x Ethers
• 10x Weapon / Armor Enhancement Stone Chest
• 10x Accessory Enhancement Stone Chest
• 30x Megaphones
• 20x ‘Level 2’ Feathers of Protection

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. Everyone (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 available for pre-registration in the 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 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

The 5 Year Vermintide Anniversary Continues with a Week of Free to Play

After a successful weekend celebrating the 5-year anniversary of the Vermintide launch, Fatshark has revealed that Warhammer: Vermintide 2 is available to play for free on Steam until Sunday.

Vermintide 2 is free to play on PC from Today through to November 1st.

For more details visit: 
https://store.steampowered.com/app/552500/Warhammer_Vermintide_2/

About Fatshark®
Headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and established in 2007 independent developer Fatshark is comprised of a team of 80+ experienced games developers, who strive to create compelling interactive experiences. Apart from Warhammer: Vermintide 2, the team has previously developed titles including Warhammer: End Times – Vermintide, Lead and Gold, Krater and War of the Roses. For more information, visit www.fatsharkgames.com

With over €1,800,000 raised, Frostpunk: The Board Game will come with the companion app capable of revolutionizing single-player board games.

Warsaw, Poland – October 26th, 2020 — With two days left in its Kickstarter campaign, Frostpunk: The Board Game – a physical adaptation of the best selling survival city-builder on PC and consoles – has been a huge success. Reaching the €1.8 million stretch goal means that players will be able to use a unique companion app that allows them to share play sessions with distant friends.

In Frostpunk: The Board Game, players will take on the roles of Social, Health, Generator, and Resource Advisors; leaders of the colony settled around the warmth-giving generator. Thanks to the app, every group of up to four players will be able to connect with another group of players that rule a similar settlement next to theirs as neighbors in those hard, demanding times.

After exchanging unique codes, the player-created virtual settlements will share market space with all types of resources to trade. Trades are not only driven by ever-changing market demands and price fluctuations, but also build relationships and dependencies between settlements.

“We believe the app will be a breath of fresh air for the tabletop community and could revolutionize the way we approach playing board games. Tabletop games that aim for solo gameplay will benefit from a never-seen-before shared experience.” Jakub Wiśniewski, CEO of Glass Cannon Unplugged.

The Frostpunk: The Board Game Kickstarter campaign that began on October 6th with a €200,000 goal currently sits at more than €1,800,000 (about $2,123,000 USD). It is climbing steadily toward being 1000% funded with €2,000,000 within reach. The campaign was fully funded in 54 minutes and reached the first million in three days.

The tabletop adaptation of Frostpunk is coming to fruition thanks to the combined efforts of 11 bit studios and Glass Cannon Unplugged, a new tabletop game studio formed by a group of industry veterans: Jakub Wiśniewski, creator of the highly acclaimed This War of Mine: The Board Game and Michał Ozon, former COO of board game publisher Phalanx, both accompanied by an independent author Adam Kwapiński, a world-class board game designer who has worked on titles such as Nemesis and Lords of Hellas.

The Frostpunk: The Board Game Kickstarter campaign will end on Thursday, October 29th at 3 AM CET / 7 PM PT / 10 PM ET.

You can still back it here

Frostpunk: The Board Game key features:

• Different player roles ease the learning curve which allows newcomers to enjoy the game.
• Innovative heating and generator cube tower mechanics with a custom-designed system of cube-catching and risk management. 
• A worker-placement mechanic where meeples get sick and hungry and have ethics and social demands! 
• Narrative-driven Dusk card mechanics steer the society using Law and Technology and bear the consequences of in-game decisions.
• A fascinating mix of snow-apocalypse and steampunk worlds to be discovered through expeditions deep into the Frostland.
• A companion app that allows for cooperative play between distant players.

Find out more at:

• Frostpunk: Board Game official site
• Glass Cannon Unplugged Facebook
• Glass Cannon Unplugged Twitter

About Frostpunk
Frostpunk is the first society survival game. As the ruler of the last city on Earth, it is your duty to manage both its citizens and its infrastructure. What decisions will you make to ensure your society’s survival? What will you do when pushed to breaking point? Who will you become in the process?

About 11 bit studios
11 bit studios is a Warsaw-based Polish game development studio known for This War of Mine and Frostpunk as well as a publisher teaming up with indies to bring their gems to life, lately with Moonlighter by Digital Sun Games and Dead Mage’s Children of Morta.