ZERO LATENCY VR BRINGS FREE-ROAM VIRTUAL REALITY TO SYDNEY

Sydney-siders can enjoy an immersive untethered VR experience these Christmas holidays

Sydney, Australia – Monday 16 November 2020 – Zero Latency VR, the world’s largest Virtual Reality entertainment network, today announced its next free-roam Virtual Reality venue will open in Sydney on 1 December. This will be the sixth Zero Latency VR venue in Australia, joining the existing Brisbane, Gold Coast, Perth, Melbourne and South Melbourne venues.

The fastest growing free-roam Virtual Reality experience allows players to explore digital worlds with up to seven friends in VR without being restricted by any wires.

What to expect – Zero Latency VR

“We’re excited for Sydney-siders to experience Zero Latency VR because we believe it is the ultimate realisation of what VR is capable of,” said Zero Latency VR CEO Tim Ruse. “The new Sydney venue at 219 O’Riordan Street, Mascot will feature a 200 square metre VR arena for up to eight players to enjoy an immersive VR experience where they can freely move and explore a large virtual space as they would in the real world.”

The Zero Latency VR experience requires players to wear a VR headset, strap into a backpack, and use a controller to interact with the virtual world they’ve chosen by physically moving around the play space and communicating with their friends via built-in microphones and speakers.

Additional hygiene measures have been introduced for visitors, including controlled group numbers (a maximum of eight per session) and vigorous sanitisation and disinfection of VR headsets, backpacks, earphones, microphones and controllers before each session. 

“Zero Latency VR’s safety and hygiene standards were already high before COVID-19, but we’ve taken extra steps in all our venues to ensure visitors will have an enjoyable, safe experience when they visit,” said Ruse. “We’ve also adjusted the safety alarms in our games to keep players 1.5 metres apart throughout their experience, and our Game Masters have completed additional training in hygiene practices including temperature checks, sanitation processes, and using personal protective equipment.”

Visitors can expect a wide range of experiences at the new Sydney venue, from surviving a zombie apocalypse, escaping a stranded space station or heading into the world of Far Cry 3 (coming 2021). Children and adults will find a game perfect for them at Zero Latency VR these holidays, including:

• Undead Arena(Recommended Ages 13+): A reality TV show set in the apocalypse about surviving a zombie horde.
• Singularity(Recommended Ages 13+): A sci-fi adventure where players must work together to escape a stranded space station taken over by robots.
• Far Cry VR(coming 2021): In a collaboration with Ubisoft, players will return to the world of Far Cry 3 as they do whatever it takes to escape from Vaas and his henchmen.

Customers can book tickets now for opening day on Tuesday 1 December, with prices at $59 (Tuesday – Thursday) and $69 (Friday – Sunday). To book, please visit https://booking.zerolatencyvr.com/book-now/sydney/.

About Zero Latency VR

Zero Latency VR opened the world’s first free-roam VR entertainment venue in 2015 and has grown into the largest free-roam virtual reality entertainment network on the planet today, making it accessible to millions worldwide. Zero Latency VR now has 45 venues in 22 countries and counting.

All-New V4 Global Update Adds Highly Anticipated Archer Class

New Class and Limited Time Character Growth Support Events Available on November 18!

Nexon’s MMORPG cross-platform marvel V4 will be undergoing its largest content update when the all-new Archer class arrives next week on November 18th! 

Specialising in ranged physical attacks, the Archer class, the first class introduction in V4 since launch, is a class that deals devastating blows with a bow and arrow. With short skill activation times, the Archer can dole out swift attacks, making her the fastest class in all of Syllunas! Using her bow and quiver, the Archer has six skills that can be activated in lightning-fast succession, allowing her to disrupt the battlefield with a variety of attacks that can turn the tide of any battle.

To celebrate the arrival of the Archer, players all across the globe can partake in amazing limited-time events including: 

• Check-In Event: Available from November 18th, players can participate in a 14-day check-in event to earn support gear for the new Archer class with the Brellan gear set, Rare Mount, Pet and Companion.
• Mega Prime Time Event: The Mega Prime Time Event, available from November 18th, allows players to support their character development with rewards increasing to max 500% EXP constant Prime Time.
• Archer Update Celebration Event: Available from November 18th, this event gives players a 300% EXP potion, Epic companion Shuryl and a Demon stone when users reach a certain level.

Alongside the introduction of the Archer class, players will have access to a new area, Anguished Forest, and the brand new Phantom Abyss Dungeon, which will be added to the Beast’s Void. Additional updates include new gear slots, Legendary Eldon Earrings, the Epic Ring crafting recipe as well changes to the items players can store as they traverse the open world of V4.

For more information about the all-new V4 Archer class update, please visit https://www.nexon.com/v4/ or follow @V4Global on Twitter for the latest updates. 

Social: Facebook / Twitter / Instagram /Discord /YouTube

About V4 https://www.nexon.com/v4

Powered by Unreal Engine 4, V4 is a cross-platform free-to-play fantasy MMORPG that gives players the ability to customise their heroes as they defend a breathtaking world from the forces of darkness. With exquisitely detailed battles and offense-focused classes, players can team up with warriors from all over the world on mobile and PC to defeat evil. 

About Nexon America Inc. https://www.nexon.com

Founded in 2005, Nexon America Inc. delivers outstanding free-to-play online game expertise and live game support, taking the strengths of NEXON Co., Ltd. (“Nexon”) and applying them for uniquely western audiences. Nexon America has consistently sustained iconic franchises such as MapleStory and Mabinogi for more than a decade, which have gone on to break records and captivate players. With new projects on the horizon, Nexon America maintains the pioneering and innovative spirit of its parent company, employing its player-first approach, while designing the best possible gameplay experiences for the western market.   

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KINGDOM HEARTS III Soundtrack also Now Available Digitally Worldwide

SYDNEY, 16^th November 2020 – Square Enix Ltd., and Disney today announced the launch of KINGDOM HEARTS Melody of Memory, the first rhythm action game in the wildly popular video game series. Starting today, players can battle to the beat of legendary composer Yoko Shimomura’s beloved tracks and timeless classics from Disney, including “Let It Go” and “Under the Sea,” on the Nintendo Switch™ system, the PlayStation4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One family of devices, including Xbox One X. This celebration of music and adventure marks the KINGDOM HEARTS series’ debut on the Nintendo Switch.

To watch the KINGDOM HEARTS Melody of Memory gameplay compilation, visit

In KINGDOM HEARTS Melody of Memory, players will relive their favorite moments from the series as they journey alongside Sora, Donald and Goofy, along with other familiar KINGDOM HEARTS characters. As players travel through iconic Disney worlds, they will join forces with beloved Disney characters along the way. Players can master more than 140 musical tracks, including favorites like “Destiny Islands,” “Hand in Hand,” “Working Together” from Yoko Shimomura, as well as classic songs from Disney’s cinematic universes.

Whether alone or with friends and family via local co-op and online multiplayer, players will bounce and bop to the beat of the exhilarating KINGDOM HEARTS soundtrack to defeat tough enemies and bosses. The game offers three different play styles so players of all ages and skill levels can enjoy their magical musical adventure in KINGDOM HEARTS Melody of Memory. Players can casually explore all the worlds and tracks with One Button mode, or really showcase their prowess with the frenetic “Performer” mode for more fast-paced and skillful combo sets. Along the way, players will unlock and collect iconic story scenes from across the entire KINGDOM HEARTS saga, to be enjoyed in the game’s Museum. Competitive Online Battle modes mix up the formula even further, with special tricks to confound your opponents. Players of the Nintendo Switch™ version can also participate in a Free-for-All battle mode with up to seven other players via local play.

Celebrations of the game’s launch continue in the hit mobile game, KINGDOM HEARTS Union χ Dark Road, as fans can obtain the brand-new SN++ – MoM Kairi Medal for a limited time. Full details on how to obtain this new Medal can be found in-game.

SN++ – MoM Kairi Medal

In addition, for those eager for even more musical KINGDOM HEARTScontent, the official KINGDOM HEARTS III soundtrack is now available worldwide digitally. The soundtrack features ten hours and over 160 songs from the critically acclaimed KINGDOM HEARTS III and a curated selection of recent KINGDOM HEARTS-related titles composed by Yoko Shimomura, Takeharu Ishimoto and Tsuyoshi Sekito.

KINGDOM HEARTS Melody of Memory is out now (boxed and digital) on the Nintendo Switch™ system, the PlayStation4 computer entertainment system, and digitally for the Xbox One family of devices, including Xbox One X.

KINGDOM HEARTS Union χ Dark Road is available now as a free-to-play app (with in-app purchases) through the App Store and on Google Play Store™ and the Amazon Appstore.

Related Links:

Official KINGDOM HEARTS Website: www.kingdomhearts.com
Official KINGDOM HEARTS Twitter: @KingdomHearts
Official KINGDOM HEARTS Facebook: @KingdomHearts
Official KINGDOM HEARTS YouTube: www.youtube.com/KingdomHearts
Official KINGDOM HEARTS Instagram: @KingdomHearts
#KingdomHearts

Official KINGDOM HEARTS Union χ[Cross] Website: https://www.kingdomhearts.com/unionx/us
Official KINGDOM HEARTS Union χ[Cross] Twitter: @kh_ux_na
#KHUX

Official KINGDOM HEARTS Dark Road Website: https://www.kingdomhearts.com/dark-road/us/home/
Official KINGDOM HEARTS Union χ Dark Road Twitter: @kh_dr_na
#KHDR

CD PROJEKT RED invites gamers and music enthusiasts to check out the brand new music video from rap duo Run The Jewels, inspired by Cyberpunk 2077.

The video features El-P and Killer Mike, known as Run The Jewels (RTJ), performing their track No Save Point — which was created specifically for Cyberpunk 2077 and can be heard in the game itself, as well as on the game’s soundtrack. Filled with elements, imagery, and effects from the dark future world of Cyberpunk 2077, the atmospheric video is available to watch right now on YouTube.

Cyberpunk 2077 will release December 10th, 2020, for PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Stadia. The game will also be playable on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 consoles when available. At a later date, a free upgrade to Cyberpunk 2077, taking full advantage of next-gen hardware, will become available for owners of the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 versions respectively.

For more information regarding the game, follow Facebook, Twitter, and visit cyberpunk.net

About Cyberpunk 2077 Cyberpunk 2077 is a narrative-driven, open world RPG set in the most vibrant and dangerous metropolis of the future — Night City. The game follows the story of V, a hired gun on the rise in a world of cyberenhanced street warriors, tech-savvy netrunners and corporate life-hackers. Featuring CD PROJEKT RED’s hallmark concept of choices and consequences, players will face difficult decisions that ripple through the entire game. Winner of over 200 awards, Cyberpunk 2077 is set in the universe of the classic pen & paper RPG system, Cyberpunk 2020.

About CD PROJEKT RED
CD PROJEKT RED is a game development studio founded in 2002. It develops and publishes video games for personal computers and video game consoles. The studio’s flagship titles include The Witcher series of games, Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, GWENT: The Witcher Card Game and the upcoming futuristic AAA role-playing game — Cyberpunk 2077. Together with GOG.COM, a game store offering hand-picked titles for PC and Mac, CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT Capital Group. CD PROJEKT S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).

‘Down Under’ and ‘Northern Europe’ expansions now available to purchase via Nintendo eShop

Sydney, AU – 13 November, 2020 – Publisher Kalypso Media has announced that Railway Empire – Nintendo Switch™ Editionhas added the Northern Europe and Down Under expansions to its roster. Budding tycoons can purchase the individual DLC via Nintendo eShop. Collectors of physical media can rejoice as Railway Empire – Nintendo Switch Edition is available in a physical retail edition as well as a digital purchase via Nintendo eShop.

In the Northern Europe DLC, players aid the Swedish Parliament with constructing a new national railroad to continue the country’s far-reaching industrial advancements along the lakes and sprawling rivers that were first used by freight ships to provide goods and supplies to Northern Europe. The Down Under DLC moves the beloved rail tycoon sim to the sun-scorched plains of the Australian outback, allowing players to explore the states of New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia and Victoria and trade goods customary to the continent, such as beer and grilled seafood.

Additional purchases such as the Germany DLC, France DLC, and Great Britain & Ireland DLC will be available at a later date.

Information
Title: Railway Empire – Nintendo Switch™ Edition
DLC: Northern Europe, Down Under
Platforms: Nintendo Switch™
*Also available: Win-PC, PS4, Xbox One
Developer: Independent Arts Software
Genre: Rail tycoon simulator
Release: Out now 
Hashtag: #RailwayEmpire #NintendoSwitch

About

In Railway Empire – Nintendo Switch™ Edition, extend and manage your rail network on the go! Explore the Mexico, The Great Lakes and Crossing the Andes DLC, unlocking new scenarios on regional maps, additional soundtracks, locomotives as well as the new Night and Snow mode.

Create an elaborate and wide-ranging rail network, purchase over 40 different trains modelled in extraordinary detail, and buy or build railway stations, maintenance buildings, factories and tourist attractions to keep your travel network ahead of the competition. You’ll also need to hire and manage your workforce if you want to ensure an efficient train service, whilst also developing over 300 technologies ranging from mechanical improvements to the trains themselves to workplace infrastructures and advanced amenities, as you progress through five eras of technological innovation.

However, you can’t just build and research your way to the top – the competition never sleeps! To keep your business on track, you’ll have to survive against up to three rival tycoons. To move up the ladder, you may have to resort to more cutthroat tactics as you attack and sabotage your opponents through raids and industrial espionage.

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Kalypso Media Group GmbH is a fully independent publisher, developer and marketer of interactive entertainment software with 150 employees in 9 locations in Germany, England, Japan, and the United States, including Kasedo Games, Kalypso Media’s digital-first label, and three development studios – Realmforge Studios (Dungeons series), Gaming Minds Studios (Railway Empire, Port Royale) and Claymore Game Studios (upcoming Commandos game).

Specializing in developing strategy games for a global audience on all modern platforms, Kalypso Media’s IP portfolio includes the full rights to the Tropico series, Commandos, Port Royale, Dungeons, Sudden Strike, Railway Empire, and others. Kalypso Media’s recent releases are Commandos 2 – HD Remaster and Praetorians – HD Remaster, Railway Empire – Nintendo Switch™ Edition, Dungeons 3 – Complete Collection, Railway Empire – Complete Collection, Port Royale 4 and Tropico 6 – Nintendo Switch™ Edition. Upcoming releases include Commandos 2 – HD Remaster (Nintendo Switch™) and Club Manager 2022 (2021). Kasedo Games’ recent releases include Filament and console versions of Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus. Upcoming releases include Distant Kingdoms.

More information about the Kalypso Media Group is available at www.kalypsomedia.com.

NETMARBLE ISSUES FISCAL AND EARNINGS RESULTS FOR THE THIRD QUARTER OF 2020

Q3 Performance Remains Steady Thanks to Strong Interest from Overseas Players

Los Angeles, California – November 13, 2020 – Netmarble Corp., a global mobile game company focused on creating entertaining gaming experiences for players of all ages, revealed their financial results for the third quarter of 2020.

“We continue to see strong results at the end of our third quarter with significant overseas sales coming from our line-up of existing games,” said Seungwon Lee, Co-CEO of Netmarble. “We have positive expectations for the recent global launch of A3: STILL ALIVE, our upcoming regional launch of Seven Knights 2, and Kabam’s upcoming release of MARVEL Realm of Champions.”

“We’re looking forward to what 2021 will bring as we continue to deliver an exciting slate of new games next year, including Ni No Kuni: Cross Worlds, Seven Knights Revolution, and MARVEL Future Revolution,” said Lee. “Thanks to our new partnership with the NBA and NBPA, we are committed to the continued growth of our portfolio through genre expansion”.

Selected highlights from Netmarble’s third quarter include:

• $535 million in total sales, $73 million in operating profit, and a net profit of $77 million from July through September. Cumulative sales for 2020 are estimated at $1.55 billion, with an operating profit of $158 million.
• Total sales increased by 3.6% year-over-year and decreased by 6.3% quarter-on-quarter. Operating profit increased 3.6% year-over-year and 7% quarter-on-quarter.
• Net profit increased by 9.2% year-over-year and 8.6% quarter-on-quarter.
• Overseas sales accounted for 75% ($399 million) of overall sales in the third quarter. This follows Netmarble’s second quarter which offered the highest figure of overseas sales, and continues to follow an increasing trend in global sales thanks to the worldwide success of titles such The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross (17% of revenue earned), MARVEL Contest of Champions (15% of revenue earned) (Kabam), Lineage 2: Revolution (9% of revenue earned) and Blade&Soul Revolution (8% of revenue earned).
• Genre portfolio showed diversification across RPG (40%), Casual (25%), MMORPG (23%), and others (12%).

A breakdown of the total financial earnings is below:

For details on Netmarble’s quarterly performance, and to listen to the earnings call, please visit the company’sInvestor Relations page to learn more.

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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

BY ODIN’S BEARD AND LEFT EYE! RUNE II: DECAPITATION EDITION NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAM

Heads Will Roll, Gods Will Die, and Valhalla Will Party in the Comeback Game of the Year

SHERMAN OAKS, CA — NOVEMBER 13, 2020 — Studio 369 and Ragnarok Game, LLC are damn proud to announce that their open world, action-RPG RUNE II: Decapitation Edition is now available on Steam. This edition of Rune II, resurrected by the Studio 369 development team following an attempted sabotage of (zeni)maximum proportions, has been completely redesigned by this dedicated team of veteran game developers to give players a Viking adventure worthy of Odin himself. For a limited time, an exclusive Dragon Armor set will be available for FREE to warriors who purchase RUNE II: Decapitation Edition until November 30. The Dragon Armor offers top-notch combat stats that match the impressive look of this legendary set.

“We had a good game plan last year before we were blindsided the likes and timing of which I have never seen in my decades in the gaming industry,” states Matt Candler, President of Studio 369. “Our disbelief, however, turned to resolve, which we relied on as the catalyst for the passion and drive to make RUNE II: Decapitation Edition, and every aspect – visuals, gameplay, narrative, online multiplayer and so on – has been redesigned and vastly improved. We especially want to thank the Rune community that HAD OUR BACKS and provided great feedback to help us deliver this new amazing game. We could not have battled through this process without your patience, loyalty, and trust.”

For the more avid warrior looking to up their game, new weapon and armor packs are available now for RUNE II: Decapitation Edition, including: 

• Dragon Armor Pack (legendary armor set) for FREE ($6.99 after 11/30)
• Molten Weapon Pack (fire-based weapons) for $3.99
• Blood Weapon Pack (increased crit damage) for $3.99
• Ice Weapon Pack (ice-based weapons) for $3.99

RUNE II: Decapitation Edition Features:

• Main Narrative Overhaul: A new overarching story is introduced in the Decapitation Edition, with four main chapters that unwinds a tale of betrayal, rebirth, and revenge. Numerous side quests have been added to compliment the now linear direction.
• Dungeons of Midgard: Deep within the depths of Midgard, an ancient evil has awoken. Inspired by classic RUNE levels, the dungeons will challenge the most hardened Viking warriors as they encounter a gauntlet of enemies, challenging platform sequences, and vile monster bosses. Rare loot awaits!
• Skill Tree System: Bring the power of the Norse gods to aid your quest with unique abilities from the new skill tree system. Gain experience and unlock over 28 abilities centered around your chosen deity… or reject the gods to choose the heathen path!
• Viking Village Life: Rebuild the land of Midgard by gathering resources to repair villages. Create longhouses, forges, and other buildings to restore the community as villagers return to rally behind your cause. Loki’s army will attack during Horde Events, so take up arms with villagers to defend to the last man, woman, and child!
• Updated Co-Op Campaign: The new narrative is best experienced together with friends online and co-op multiplayer has been vastly improved. Battle side-by-side against enemy hordes, revive fallen companions during battle, assault enemy fortifications to destroy their buildings, and stand as one to face the prankster god Loki!

RUNE II: Decapitation Edition is now available on Steam for $29.99. For keeping up on all things RUNE II: Decapitation Edition, join the epic Viking war cry on Discord, read the latest update on our website, like us on Facebook and Instagram, subscribe to our YouTube channel, and follow us on Twitch and Twitter. 

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ABOUT RUNE II: DECAPITATION EDITION
Abandoned and sabotaged by the original developers, RUNE II was left in a state of disarray. Raised from the ashes by Studio 369, the game has now emerged for a Steam launch as a re-envisioned story of betrayal, rebirth and revenge. Call upon the power of the Viking deities Odin, Hel, or Thor to bless your quest to take down a God. Explore an expanded Midgard world with buildable villages and loot-filled dungeons. Battle savage hordes of enemies from Norse legends alone or online with friends. Severing that old human head has freed the dev team to bring a glorious and victorious Viking adventure – RUNE II: Decapitation Edition!

ABOUT STUDIO 369
Formed in 2020 to bring RUNE II to a playable state worthy of gamers, Studio 369 is a team of individuals that have extensive development and publishing experience. Their expertise lies in Unreal technology, having a focus on multiplayer, live operations and community management.

Master the Ways of the Samurai, and the Paranormal Yokai, to Become the Ultimate Warrior

Hertfordshire, 13th November 2020 – Today, KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Team NINJA are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated release of their dark fantasy action-RPG, Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition, on PC via Steam®. The Complete Edition of the blockbuster title will task players with mastering the lethal arts of the samurai when it launches on the 5th February 2021, pitting them against the base Nioh 2 game and all three DLC expansions: “The Tengu’s Disciple”, “Darkness in the Capital”, and the recently announced “The First Samurai”.

The Steam release of Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition will offer players the best way to experience violent Sengoku-era Japan and the deadly Dark Realm on their PCs, as they unleash devastating attacks against plagues of merciless demons as a half-human, half-supernatural yokai warrior. The game will be playable with crystal clear 4K Ultra-HD support, alongside ultra wide-screen compatibility, HDR monitor support and 144Hz monitor support, with silky-smooth gameplay at a consistent 120 FPS on compatible systems*. Combined with full mouse and keyboard customisation support, and gamepad compatibility, Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition is the most definitive version of the title available to date.

“We are extremely thankful to all of our die-hard PC fans who have patiently waited to play Nioh 2,” says producer Fumihiko Yasuda. “We are working hard here at Team NINJA to add the finishing touches to Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition, and are excited for you to experience this gripping masocore game with a wealth of graphical customisation. Ready your blades, and unleash your darkness — the formidable foes await you on the 5th February 2021.”

To celebrate the announcement of Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition, KOEI TECMO Europe released an action-packed new trailer highlighting the challenging foes that await PC players at launch. The new trailer also reveals the ‘Valve Helmet’, a unique armour piece that will only be available to those who purchase the PC version of the game! Furthermore, those who have yet to defy death can save 70% when purchasing Nioh: Complete Edition in the Steam Sale until the 20th of November 2020.

For all of the latest information on Nioh 2 – The Complete Edition, check out the official site, ‘Like’ us on www.facebook.com/koeitecmogames, and Follow us on Twitter @koeitecmoeurope.

* Features listed, such as 4K and 120 FPS, require a monitor and PC components that support these modes.

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ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warriors series, the fan-favourite Ninja Gaiden and fighting entertainment title Dead or Alive. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), KOEI TECMO has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of GUST, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com 

©KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. All rights reserved. ©Valve Corporation. Steam and the Steam logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Valve Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.

The free-to-play fighting game releases new effects and more for new event 

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — November 13, 2020 — Today, Ubisoft celebrates Brawlhalla’s five-year anniversary with an in-game event beginning today, that brings new colors for Legends, a new Skin for Legend Bodvar, a new Podium, a time-limited Emote, and more. Since launching in 2015, Brawlhalla reached a milestone of more than 50 million players worldwide, increased the playable roster to over 50 unique Legends, added Epic Crossovers from 9 different franchises (like Rayman, Adventure Time, and WWE), and became the most played fighting game on Steam. This year, Brawlhalla launched its first Battle Pass, along with new Epic Crossovers like Crystal Dynamics’ Lara Croft, Cartoon Network’s Ben 10, and AMC’s The Walking Dead.

Brawlhalla is available with cross-platform play on PC, the App Store for iPhone and iPad, Google Play for Android devices, the PlayStation^®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including Xbox One X, and Nintendo Switch™.

The 5 Year Anniversary Event brings the following items to the game:

• Gala Colors, for all Legends and available for 3000 Gold or 20 Mammoth Coins each.
• Gilded Deco Podium, a brand-new Podium that features animation and sound effects, purchasable only during the event for 240 Mammoth Coins.
• 5^th Cake-aversary, a brand-new time-limited Emote purchasable only during the Event for 120 Mammoth Coins.
• Ritzy Bodvar Skin for Legend Bodvar available for 140 Mammoth Coins and comes with two Weapons Skins.
• New effects, for gravity cancelling and more,added as a free update with the patch and can be tested in the Experimental 1v1 queue and custom games.
• Updated Base Skin art for Legends Sentinel and Thatch added  as a free update with the patch that also updates their Skins to match their new faces. 

Developed by Blue Mammoth, Brawlhalla^® is an epic free-to-play platform fighting game that brings players to the fight for glory in the halls of Valhalla. Choosing from more than 50 unique characters, players can jump into single-player and co-op modes as well as online and local competitions. Brawlhalla^® also supports cross-platform play between the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation 4^® system, PC, iOS, and Android devices where players can play custom games and queue together for all online matchmaking.

For more information on Brawlhalla^®, please visit: https://www.brawlhalla.com/

For the latest news on Brawlhalla^® and all of Ubisoft’s games, visit Ubisoft News: https://news.ubisoft.com.

About Blue Mammoth

Founded in 2009 and acquired by Ubisoft in 2018, Blue Mammoth Games is a development studio based in Atlanta, Georgia. The experienced team specializes in online multiplayer games with large player bases.

Blue Mammoth develops Brawlhalla, a Free-To-Play fighting game on Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Windows PC, PlayStation^® 4 system, iOS, and Android devices. Brawlhalla has over 50 million players and is currently the most played fighting game on Steam.

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.

© 2020 Blue Mammoth Games. All Rights Reserved. Brawlhalla is a registered or unregistered trademark of Blue Mammoth Games in the US and/or other countries. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered or unregistered trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the US and/or other countries. Blue Mammoth Games is a Ubisoft Entertainment company.

Wake up your brain cells with solo and local multiplayer modes

Sydney, AU, November 13^th 2020 – Give your brain a proper workout! The Professor Rubik’s Brain Fitness game is now available in Australia physically on the Nintendo Switch, and digitally on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC/Mac! This brand new brain teaser program inspired by the multicoloured Cube features 22 progressively challenging mini-games and 4 puzzle-game modes. Plenty enough to become a puzzle master and to confidently challenge your friends and family!

Professor Rubik’s Brain Fitness allows everyone to challenge their brain cells at their own pace, in a fun way. The game offers a rich, comprehensive and dedicated training system stimulating each and every part of the brain through a variety of mini-games. Memory, letters, agility, concentration, calculation and even spatialization, the game will enhance or maintain your grey matter’s snappiness.

And because motivation is the key to success, an exceptional coach will always be by your side to assist you. Let us introduce you to Professor Rubik! Inspired by the Rubik’s^TM Cube genius inventor Ernὄ Rubik, Professor Rubik will be there to guide you and make your playing experience as fun and engaging as possible. You’ll quickly realise how much regular training can lead to measurable improvements!

Feel free to challenge your friends and relatives!

In solo or local multiplayer mode, take on dozens of challenges. Whether it is a limited time activity or a more complex puzzle, you can choose the pace of training that suits you:

• Play smart. In solo mode, complete a daily test and follow your progression. Will you reach 100% of your intellectual power?
• Challenge your friends! In multiplayer mode, challenge them to lively, colourful and friendly games! If you have always wanted to know who’s got the fastest brain, you’ll get to find out thanks to the multiplayer mode. Don’t panic though! The diversity of mini-games available, stimulating different parts of your brain, gives everyone a chance to demonstrate their skills!

Bring some colour to your brain today!

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Professor Rubik’s Brain Fitness is the newest edition to the “Microids Life” label, dedicated to the whole family. This new game will join titles like My Baby, School Teacher and Fashion Boutique, the first titles in the My Universe series, developed to entertain gamers of all ages.

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Or at: https://www.microids.com/microids-life/
Watch their videos on YouTube

About Microids Life

Microids Life label combines gaming experiences accessible for all ages and gamer profiles, hoping to complement each of their life’s milestones.Our goal: unite all gamers around experiences inspired by real life, offering everyone the chance to acquire new knowledge as they play and enrich their daily routine.

About Microids

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

About Rubik’s®

Initially created by Professor Ernő Rubik as a tool to teach his architectural students, the Rubik’s Cube has evolved the become the world’s most successful toy; a puzzle perceived globally as both an art form and the ultimate symbol of intelligence and problem solving. 

Today the Rubik’s Cube has become a global consumer brand, merchandising and licensing company that is now heading to expand into vast new areas. 

The Rubik’s Cube has become one of the most instantly recognized symbols of fun, aptitude and creative endeavor due to its iconic, colorful multidimensional design that continues to appeal to people of all ages and cultures.