PAC-MAN TAKES TO THE STREETS OF THE REAL WORLD IN THE NEW PAC-MAN GEO GAME

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Unleashes PAC-MAN Upon the Maze of City Streets of Real-Life Cities from New York to Tokyo and Places in Between

Santa Clara, Calif., (October 14, 2020) – Leading video game developer and publisher BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., today announced the official launch and availability of PAC-MAN™ GEO for Apple iOS and Google Android devices in the Americas and in over 170 regions. PAC-MAN has spent a lifetime navigating arcade mazes, now in PAC-MAN GEO, he’s hitting the streets of real-world cities with his fans, in search of landmarks and adventure along the way. While pre-registered players would have had PAC-MAN GEO automatically installed on their devices today – we invite all PAC-MAN and mobile game fans to join in the fun and download PAC-MAN GEO from either the Apple App Store or Google Play Store for their mobile devices today.

Taking to the streets of New York, Paris, Tokyo, and places in between through the Google Maps Platform, PAC-MAN will tour the world visiting landmarks big and small along the way. Utilizing detailed maps of famous cities, PAC-MAN GEO brings classic PAC-MAN™ gameplay to city maps where PAC-MAN navigates the maze of city streets with Inky, Blinky, Pinky, and Clyde in chase. Power pellets will also be placed on the map, enabling PAC-MAN to turn the tables on the pesky ghosts. 

“PAC-MAN GEO is breaking the traditional concept of the PAC-MAN maze and allows PAC-MAN to be played in real locations around the world for the first time ever in its 40 year history,” says Dennis Lee, Director of Brand Marketing at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. “As PAC-MAN continues to celebrate his 40^th anniversary in 2020, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment is finding ever more innovative and fun ways to create new PAC-MAN experiences for fans young and old to play. We hope PAC-MAN GEO will be another example of a memorable collaboration with Google Maps and one fans will enjoy immensely.”

For more information regarding PAC-MAN GEO or other products from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.com, or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS, or join the conversation on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoUS.

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About BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc.

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.

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ENGAGE IN VISCERAL, HEART-POUNDING WORLD WAR I BATTLES WITH UP TO 100 PLAYERS BEGINNING OCTOBER 21ST

Vancouver, Canada – 14th October, 2020: Redstone Interactive and Offworld Industries – the developer of the smash-hit military simulator Squad, are excited to announce Beyond The Wire’s launch into Early Access. Up to 100 players will be able to snake through WWI trenches and storm battlefields beginning Wednesday 21st October, priced at $34.99 USD, €29.99 EUR or £27.79 GBP. Beyond the Wire is the premier game of Canadian indie developer, Redstone Interactive, and is the newest title published by Offworld Industries.

Beyond The Wire is a large-scale multiplayer first person shooter that immerses players in the visceral and chaotic battles of World War I. The Western Front is brought to life in all of its shocking and bloody realism, with up to 100 players fighting across deadly open battlefields and claustrophobic horrors of trench combat in the most stunningly-detailed tactical FPS of WW1 that has been seen in a game to date.

You can watch the Early Access launch trailer here.

Playing as a member of elite American, French and German armies, teams will need to work together in order to survive in Beyond The Wire. The lives of your squad will depend on tight communication, unit cohesion, quick wits and skills to break through the frontlines and crush the enemy. Squads will be able to utilize period-appropriate guns such as pistols, rifles, poisonous gas, shotguns and machine guns, as well as clubs, bayonets and more with Beyond The Wire’s advanced tactical close-quarters melee combat system bringing the horrors of war up-close-and-personal unlike anything that has been seen in a first-person shooter before.

Across the Battles of Zonnebeke, Frise, Ansoncourt and more real-world locations from WW1, multiple game modes allow players a choice of how they experience The Great War. Environments seeped in historical accuracy fully immerse players in each theatre of war as the 50 vs 50 player large-scale conflicts rage on in all directions as far as the player can see, with tight corners, limited vision and muddy debris-strewn pathways that are all fraught with danger.

“Having worked closely with everyone at Redstone and seen the true craftsmanship that has gone into building the game, I am extremely excited about its launch into Early Access and believe they are creating a truly unique WWI team-based FPS that will redefine the genre”, said Will Stahl, CEO at Offworld Industries. “From there, we’re confident the game will continue to grow through community feedback and continuous updates so that the player experience will be something that stands tall alongside the very best the genre has to offer”.

“We’re thrilled to be able to launch Beyond The Wire into Early Access. The game has been a labor of love for our team in creating the most authentic WW1 experience”, said Bruno de Araujo, CEO at Redstone Interactive. “We’re excited to partner up with Offworld Industries and, we are committed to work with them on developing Beyond The Wire through Early Access and beyond.”

Beyond The Wire is planning free content updates that include the British Army and gameplay updates through 2021. In addition, Offworld Industries and Redstone Interactive will utilize player feedback to ensure the game is constantly evolving as a high quality and rewarding player experience.

About Offworld Industries 

Offworld Industries was founded in 2014 by a group of passionate game modders on a mission to build a full-game version of the Project Reality mod.  Armed with the goal of partnering and helping indie developers on a similar journey to create outstanding games, Offworld Industries is both an independent game developer and a publishing studio. 

To aid in that effort, it licenses the Squad Framework to partner studios to provide an agile development framework for new titles. Offworld Industries has published two military tactical shooter games – Squad, the studio’s internally-developed modern tactical FPS, and Post Scriptum, a World War II team-based FPS developed by Periscope Games. They are also serving as the publisher for Redstone Interactive’s upcoming WWI game titled Beyond The Wire, which will be launching on Steam Early Access October 21 2020. For more information about Offworld Industries, please visit: https://www.offworldindustries.com/

About Redstone Interactive

Redstone Interactive Ltd. is an independent game development studio based in British Columbia, Canada. Formed by a coalition of developers and modders, Redstone Interactive’s primary focus is to create original and memorable gaming experiences with a heavy focus on community. Redstone’s team consists of 20 developers who all share a deep belief in making exceptional games that deliver long-term value to their players. Redstone prides itself on providing a working environment that allows its employees to challenge conventional wisdom with innovation and insatiable curiosity. Redstone Interactive’s debut game is Beyond The Wire which is launching on Steam Early Access on October 21, 2020.

Bonus poster for retail copies revealed, now available for pre-order

Walnut Creek, Calif. (October 14, 2020) – Modus Games today announced that the upcoming JRPG title Cris Tales will be delayed from its original November 17 release date. The classically-inspired game will now release in 2021. Cris Tales will be coming to both current and next-gen consoles, releasing on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PC, and Stadia. 
 
“The decision to delay was a tough one, but was made to ensure that the developers at Dreams Uncorporated and SYCK have a chance to bring the best version of Cris Tales to fans anxiously awaiting its release,” said Christina Seelye, CEO of Modus Games.
 
The developers at Dreams Uncorporated and SYCK also shared a personal message to fans here — https://modusgames.com/news/cris-tales-delay-developer-message/ — and announced an upcoming AMA scheduled for Oct 16 at 12pm PT on Reddit followed by an AMA on Discord.
 
On the bright side, consumers can now pre-order a retail version of Cris Tales on any platform including PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X to receive a bonus game poster!
 
Cris Tales is a time-bending JRPG where past, present and future are brought together on one screen. Players can use Crisbell’s amazing ability to slip between time periods, aiding citizens across Crystallis’ kingdoms and pushing enemies to specific points in time for an upper hand in battle. 
 
The game has been highly anticipated since its reveal at E3 2019, where it won several accolades and nominations, including Best Indie Game and was recently nominated for Best Indie Game and Best RPG at Gamescom 2020. Players can head to the Xbox Store, PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop, Steam, or GOG to download the demo on their platform of choice now.
 
To learn more about Cris Tales, visit cristalesgame.com to pre-order, join Modus’ Discord channel and follow Modus on Twitter (@Modus_Games).

About Modus Games
Modus Games is one of the fastest-growing video game publishers in the world. The label prides itself on providing AAA publishing services to talented independent developers across the globe. Modus Studios Brazil is a full-service development studio supporting creators of inspired interactive entertainment. For more information, visit www.modusgames.com.
 
About SYCK
With gameplay, art or mechanics, a team of artists, geeks and pirates are creating delightfully enjoyable experiences to bring a smile to the child inside all of us

About Dreams Uncorporated
Dreams Uncorporated is a game studio focused on using innovative gameplay and art style to tell stories that reach the world. Inspired by the art that raised us, we’re bringing our dreams into reality and sharing them through experiences never seen before.

Oxford, October 14th 2020 – Sniper Elite 4 has a release date for Nintendo Switch! 

Rebellion’s award-winning, BAFTA-nominated tactical shooter is now armed and ready for a November 17 deployment, and it’ll be available in both boxed and digital editions.

Combining emergent stealth action with unrivalled sniping freedom across massive maps, Sniper Elite 4 is the most widely acclaimed entry in Rebellion’s longstanding sharpshooter series. Sniper Elite 4 offers:

• An expansive campaign set in WW2 Italy – help the Resistance fight back!
• Genre-defining sniping featuring advanced ballistics and boundless strategy
• Trademark X-Ray kill cams, including melee and explosive takedowns
• Iconic WW2 weaponry; sniper rifles, pistols, SMGs, traps, grenades and more
• Upgrade and customize your skills and weaponry as you progress
• Tactical traversal mechanics; climb, hang, shimmy and leap across maps!
• Co-op and multiplayer modes across local wireless and online play
• And much more

On Nintendo Switch, Sniper Elite 4 offers exclusive new features including:

• Motion aim with gyroscopic controls
• HD rumble support– feel your heartbeat and bullet impacts!
• Pro Controller support to take your precision up a level
• Local wireless multiplayer across co-op and versus modes

For more information, please visit Sniper.com

COPYRIGHT ©2020 REBELLION. THE REBELLION NAME AND LOGO AND THE SNIPER ELITE NAME AND LOGO ARE TRADEMARKS OF REBELLION AND MAY BE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS IN CERTAIN COUNTRIES. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

About Rebellion 
Founded in 1992, Rebellion is one of Europe’s biggest independent multimedia studios. Its flagship Sniper Elite series is renowned for its authentic stealth and sniping gameplay with more than 20 million players worldwide. 2000 AD is synonymous with the absolute finest in British comic book art. With the acquisition of a $100m film studio and the world’s largest archive of English language comics, Rebellion continues to grow from strength to strength.

Rebellion now operates across books, comics, TV and film, but at its core it’s still a leading developer and publisher of games. Whether it’s the breathtaking intensity of Sniper Elite 4, the face-hugging terror of Aliens vs. Predator or the grindhouse frenzy of the Zombie Army series, the Oxford-based studio is revered for creating stand-out games designed to thrill.

D3PUBLISHER Inc. Brings Complete English Reimagining of the Japanese Classic Hack ‘n Slash “Onee Chanbara” Series for North America and Europe

London, UK – 14th October, 2020 — D3PUBLISHER Inc., a leading Japanese games publisher, is excited to announce today that the reimagined English HD re-release of Japanese high-speed action hack ‘n slash zombie slayer game, “Onee Chanbara Origin” is available globally for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Windows PC via Steam®. “Onee Chanbara Origin” is available to purchase digitally on the PlayStation®Store and Steam for PC with standard editions priced at $59.99/ €49.99/£39.99 and digital deluxe editions available for $74.99/€59.99/£49.99. The digital deluxe edition comes with all of the DLC, including costume outfits for all playable characters and extra DLC mission sets. The season pass will also be available for players who purchase the standard edition on the PS4™ system version for $19.99/ €16.99/£13.99, which includes all of the DLC for “Onee Chanbara Origin”.

Developed by Tamsoft and published by D3PUBLISHER, “Onee Chanbara Origin” is a complete HD remake with all new art style graphics and optimized storytelling, combining both “The Onechanbara” and “The Onechanbara 2” games, which were originally released for PlayStation®2 in 2004 and 2005. Now for a new generation, “Onee Chanbara Origin” features all renewed main character designs, restyled by the new main character designer Katsumi Enami, a seasoned designer bringing his talents to the “Onechanbara” series for the first time. “Onee Chanbara Origin” tells a new interpretation of the story of the two half-sisters, Aya and Saki, bound by mutual hatred and locked in a brutal fight to the death, eventually overcoming their cruel fate and fighting alongside one another to find their father in this high-speed zombie slaying hack ‘n slash series.

“Onee Chanbara Origin” key features include:
• Battle between Sisters: Play as both Aya and Saki, each with her own unique weapons and abilities, and players can tag-team between them on the fly or even perform team combos to maximize zombie annihilation.
• Fight the Undead: Slash and brawl your way through bloody hordes of mutated madmen zombies, policeman zombies with handguns, soldiers resurrected as zombies, and zombie bosses.
• Tons of Customisation and Replayability: Watch as the sisters fight their way in newly found sexy battle attires against the hordes of the undead.
• Combo in Style: Strike enemies with precise button presses that will link attacks into a “Cool Combination,” emitting a blueish glow that increases movement speed and power, along with other buffs such as gaming access to an extra attack sequence during a combo.
• Go Berserk Mode: Both Aya and Saki can enter Berserk Mode by getting blood splatters on them from the zombies they kill to “corrupt” their bodies, gaining an immense boost in attack power, allowing them to hack-and-slash their way through hordes of enemies with ease.
• Become a Beast in Trance Mode: Maintaining Berserk Mode gives players the chance to then transform into a demon in Trance mode—a short burst of immense power and speed beyond Berserk Mode, but at the cost of life energy.

About “Onee Chanbara Origin”
“Onee Chanbara Origin” follows the zombie-hunters Aya and Saki’s fate as they attempt to destroy one another, leading directly into the second entries in the series, “The Onechanbara 2.” After the sisters overcome their rivalry, they ally themselves to embark on a journey to find their father, Oboro, after he leaves behind a message that names “Eva” as the mastermind behind his wife’s death—as well as all of the chaos that ensued between the two sisters, including the vice that made Saki insane and hell-bent on avenging her mother. Little do they know they are coming even closer to the truth and their true enemy

Play as a zombie hunter and battle through the stages with high-speed real-time swordplay, completing objectives and tasks while hacking and brawling through hordes of the undead. Each character’s weapons become progressively covered in blood as players fight off zombies in gruesome detail. Occasionally, players may even transform into demons for short bursts of added power and energy with the downside of losing life energy. Each zombie hunter has her own unique abilities and skillful play is rewarded for cooler combinations. Players can enjoy the game with full English voice-acting or play through with the original Japanese performances with English subtitles.
“Onee Chanbara Origin” has been rated 18 by the PEGI. To stay up to date on the latest regarding “Onee Chanbara Origin,” please visit the official website. D3PUBLISHER’s website can be found at https://www.d3p.co.jp/ane_origin/en/.

About D3PUBLISHER, Inc.
D3PUBLISHER, a member of BANDAI NAMCO group, is a Japanese video game publisher. Established in 1992, the company has published console and mobile/online games from some of the industries most beloved franchises and series, including EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5, Onechanbara, the Simple series, and more. For more information, visit https://www.d3p.co.jp.

©2020 TAMSOFT ©2020 D3PUBLISHER

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The Future of Hospitality Begins with World-Class Atari Hotels, Where Gaming and Pop Culture-inspired Entertainment and Modern Accommodations Converge 

SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA (OCTOBER 14, 2020) – GSD Group — an innovation and strategy agency — announced today that it has hired world-renowned architecture and design firm Gensler and unveiled their vision for the highly anticipated pop culture and video game-inspired Atari® Hotels with the first two hotels to open in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Phoenix, Arizona. In addition, GSD Group has secured the rights to build future Atari Hotels opening in Austin, Chicago, Denver, San Francisco, San Jose, and Seattle. The newly announced Las Vegas location will bring an experience that has never existed in a market primed for evolution.

Announced earlier this year as an exclusive licensing agreement with Atari®, the iconic entertainment brand behind seminal video games properties such as Asteroids®, Centipede®, and PONG®, Atari Hotels will offer guests a wholly unique hospitality experience inspired by, and built with, classic and modern video game culture in mind. 

Atari Hotels perfectly blends the past, present, and future of video games and entertainment for a destination that offers guests a one-of-a-kind hospitality experience, complete with state of the art amenities for esports fans and content creators. Guests can enjoy the latest in video games, experience cutting-edge immersive entertainment, purchase exclusive Atari Hotels merchandise, and play the night away in retro-style gaming arcades. A speakeasy and fully-equipped nightclub will be available for adult guests, as well as themed restaurants and bars. Atari Hotels delightfully plays with the themes of retro-futurism, pop culture, and nostalgia — offering fun for the whole family. 

“Like Atari’s legacy in innovation, Atari Hotels is infusing synthetic reality into every aspect of the hotel, creating an immersive hospitality and gaming experience for our guests,” said Shelly Murphy, Managing Partner, GSD Group. “From our virtual interactive world to the physical locations, every element of Atari Hotels will offer a unique and authentic experience for everyone.”

“We are excited to join GSD Group on this journey to create a completely new kind of immersive experience with the debut of Atari Hotels,” says Tom Ito, Global Hospitality Director, Gensler. “We assembled a multi-disciplinary design team with experts from hospitality to branding, sports, and digital experience design to develop a dynamic brand that is unmatched in the hospitality industry.

“I have seen the vision that GSD Group has for Atari Hotels, and they are poised to shatter the perception of what hotels can be,” said Fred Chesnais, CEO of Atari®. “Atari Hotels will create a world that caters to gamers of all ages and experience levels, giving them a place to call home — a groundbreaking experience that shares Atari’s legacy of innovation.”

At Atari Hotels, experiential interactive entertainment and stylized accommodations await guests, providing a unique experience prior to even checking in, and lasting far beyond check out. Featuring a multi-use, cutting-edge gaming arena, players and spectators will thrive in a world of video games like never before, blurring the lines between the nostalgic era and contemporary ever-evolving digital worlds. Unlike other hospitality destinations in the Las Vegas area, Atari Hotels will give guests the chance to explore and enjoy groundbreaking hospitality innovations, business opportunities, and a revolutionary variety of entertainment options. Retro enthusiasts, casual and hardcore gamers, content creators, and esports professionals will consider Atari Hotels as a unique place to call their home away from home.

Analyst firm Newzoo estimates that the world’s more than 2.5 billion global video gamers will spend roughly $160 billion in 2020 and anticipate the video game industry to grow to an impressive 2.7 billion gamers generating over $200 billion in revenue by the year 2023. Atari Hotels has committed to investing in on-site immersive entertainment and will feature trending and breakthrough advancements in virtual reality and augmented reality technology, ensuring it is uniquely and ideally poised to capitalize on this tremendous demand and thriving opportunity.

For more information about Atari Hotels, please visit www.atarihotels.com.

Stay up to date with Atari Hotels by “liking” on Facebook and following on Twitter and Instagram.

About GSD Group 

Based in Scottsdale Arizona, GSD Group is an innovation and strategy group with extensive experience in finance, education, and entertainment, focused on creating innovative verticals with legacy brands. Atari Hotels is inspired by the legacy and creativity of iconic video-game pioneer Atari®. Atari Hotels will deliver a first of its kind hospitality endeavor designed around the culture of gaming, blending the past, present, and future of video and immersive entertainment that offers guests a one-of-a-kind hospitality experience, complete with state of the art gaming amenities. To learn more, visit www.atarihotels.com and www.gsdgroupllc.com.

About Gensler 

Gensler is a global architecture, design, and planning firm with 50 locations and more than 6,000 professionals networked across Asia, Europe, Australia, the Middle East, and the Americas. Founded in 1965, the firm serves more than 3,500 active clients in virtually every industry. Gensler designers strive to make the places people live, work and play more inspiring, more resilient, and more impactful. Learn more at www.gensler.com.

About Atari

Atari® is an interactive entertainment company. As an iconic brand that transcends generations and audiences, the company is globally recognized for its multi-platform, interactive entertainment, and licensed products. Atari owns and/or manages a portfolio of more than 200 games and franchises, including world-renowned brands like Asteroids®, Centipede®, Missile Command®, PONG®, and RollerCoaster Tycoon®. Atari has offices in New York and Paris. Visit us online at www.atari.com.

All rights reserved. ©2020 Atari Interactive, Inc. Atari wordmark and logo are trademarks owned by Atari Interactive, Inc.
 

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Whatever kills you only makes you stronger

Bucharest, Romania – October 14th, 2020 – Games developer Scorpius Games are pleased to announce its rogue-lite first person shooter PositronX is leaving Early Access and launching fully on Steam this October 29th for £17.99 / $19.99 / €19,99 with a 10% discount. PositronX focuses on strategic fast paced combat, creative time & space mechanics, detailed graphics and phoenix-like rising from the ashes as players blast their way through the always new algorithmically generated levels. 

PositronX leaves Early Access fully loaded with added extras: A new stage will be added at launch in addition to the current three stages. Three new characters will join the current roster: Quark – a silent but deadly assassin, Neutron – a devastating damage dealer and Graviton – a master of Time. The arsenal at your disposal is also increasing with two new weapons to unload on your opponents: the Core gun and Time gun. All of this will be needed and more when finally coming face to face with the game’s big final boss – The Machina.

In PositronX, rooms are algorithmically generated from a pool of predefined constructs for every play through and death is permanent! This results in no environmental recall to assist you since players will tackle a brand new industrial dungeon every time. However with each fall, you rise again stronger with hordes of new loot and implants at your disposal. These implants bestow abilities that will allow players to manipulate the fire fight into their favour such as altering time and space, summon minions to help you, shrink in size, create decoys among others. On top of being able to wall run to outwit their opponents, players can slow down, stop or rewind time itself, soar above their enemies, use telekinesis to stop bullets inflight before flinging them back at your adversaries and even teleport across vast spaces in an instant. 

Choose between seven different playable characters with their own unique abilities and load out with a cache of weapons, all upgradable, as you make your way through every stage with deadly force. PositronX’s movement mechanics and retro industrial aesthetic compliment the perfect combination of 90s shooter gameplay akin to Quake 2 & Descent with a roguelite design to form a highly combative, addictively re-playable experience. 

”Thanks to the player’s valuable feedback, PositronX has spent its time in Early Access refining its gaming experience to become the finest first person shooter possible ”, said the Scorpius Crew. “Like in the game, PositronX has come out stronger than it was before and we can’t wait for the players to experience the full launch version in all its glory.”

Visit the PositronX website at https://positronx-game.com/
Add to your Steam Wishlist: https://store.steampowered.com/app/529970/PositronX/
Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/rVg6js4
Check out our Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/user/ScorpiusGames
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ScorpPositron
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScorpiusPositron/

About Scorpius Games
Founded in 2010 by two brothers, Eugen and Florin, through their mutual passion for video games. Their first project, I Shall Remain, an action RPG combining role-playing elements in a unique way with survival and strategic elements. The game debuted in 2013 on Steam Greenlight, launched a year later on Early Access and in September 2015 was fully released. Soon after this work began on PositronX, a game fueled by childhood and teenage nostalgia. Remembering “the good ol’ days” as a time when games were about tight gameplay and creative problem solving while feeling like a badass. Combined with their love for roguelite games PositronX was born.

Arrives on PS4 and Xbox One in October, Switch to come later

We are excited to announce that we are launching the heartfelt and visually stunning platformer Macrotis: A Mother’s Journey for PS4 & Xbox One on October 21st.

This is the tale of a mother bilby’s journey to rescue her children, an endearing and magical narrative told through her diminutive actions and the gorgeous but deadly environments she must traverse. Take the role of Mother Bilby as she manipulates her surroundings, faces seemingly impossible odds and even awakens to supernatural abilities in her desperate adventure into the unknown.

Presented in vibrant 2.5D style, Macrotis shrouds its hazards in lush scenery. Discover collectibles that build on the story gradually, use Bilby’s talents of gnawing and digging to overcome obstacles and press ever forward to her most worthy of goals.

About Macrotis: A Mother’s Journey:

Macrotis is the story of a mother’s relentless search for her missing children, an emotional tale told through lush 2.5D platforming filled with thought-provoking puzzles. Climb, jump and gnaw your way through beautiful yet dangerous environments, avoid traps and use water physics to your advantage. As you progress, you’ll gain a variety of natural and supernatural abilities to overcome the obstacles in your path. Will you help Mother Bilby rescue her family?

The Apple Arcade hit title will soon be available for pre-order on the eShop!

Helsinki, Finland — October 14th, 2020 — Independent developer Cornfox & Brothers today announced that their acclaimed action adventure RPG, Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm, is coming to Nintendo Switch on October 28th for €29.99/$29.99/£29.99. Oceanhorn 2 pre-orders begin on October 21st with a 10% discount. Players embark on an epic adventure through a gorgeous open world, in an attempt to save Gaia by uniting the land folk against imminent danger. 

“We are extremely excited to be at the finish line of this important milestone for Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm,” said Heikki Repo, Creative Director of Cornfox & Brothers. “Nintendo Switch is such an ideal platform for this type of game, providing smooth controls and an overall enjoyable experience that feels natural. We can’t wait for everyone to try it out for themselves!”

Prequel to the acclaimed Oceanhorn: Monsters of Uncharted Seas, Oceanhorn 2 follows the adventures of a young Knight who sets out on a magical journey across the vast regions of Gaia to defend the lands and people of Arcadia from Warlock Mesmeroth’s Dark Army. Joined by Trin, the granddaughter of Arcadia’s leader Archimedes, and Gen, a mysterious robot wielding an old Samurai weapon, our young protagonist faces the impossible challenge of uniting the Owrus, Gillfolk, and humans in order to defeat Mesmeroth’s formidable Dark Army. By controlling the characters with contextual commands, you must solve puzzles and fight in tactical battles to strike down your enemies in hack ‘n slash combat, traversing a Zelda-esque open-world landscape. The 20-hour action-filled RPG is currently available on Apple Arcade. 

For more information about Oceanhorn 2, check out:
Official website: https://www.oceanhorn.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oceanhorn/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cornfox

About Cornfox & Brothers

Founded in 2010 by brothers Jukka & Antti Viljamaa and Heikki Repo, Cornfox & Brothers is a Finnish-based independent game developer with a passion for delivering memorable, story-driven experiences for gamers of all kinds, and on all platforms. The team is mostly known for the acclaimed adventure RPG Oceanhorn franchise that has been nominated for and won several awards globally. For more information, visit: https://www.cornfox.com

Hinwil, 14th October, 2020 – The Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN F1 Esports Team will begin their 2020 F1 Esports season tonight as the team look to improve upon their podium finish in 2019.

During the off-season, the team signed one of the world’s leading esports talents in Jarno Opmeer, who finished fourth in his rookie F1 Esports season. Jarno joins Hungarian superstar, Daniel Bereznay, who extended his stay with the team for 2020. Bereznay ended last year in imperious form, signing off with three wins at Spa, Monza and Interlagos, and enters this year’s campaign as one of the favourites for the title.

Dutchman Opmeer arrives into the 2020 season full of confidence after an impressive pre-season campaign: his arrival bolsters the team and gives it a fantastic chance to mount a title challenge. Pro Draft pick Dominik Hofmann completes the roster and will be providing healthy competition to both drivers, as well as assisting with strategy and setup work.

New rules for the 2020 F1 Esports Series will see the introduction of a full qualifying session to mirror the real-life Formula One format, alongside an increase in the race distance from 25% to 35%.

The calendar features 12 rounds, split into four two-day events and including some never-raced-before tracks like Zandvoort and Hanoi. Unlike in previous seasons, and owing to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the races will take place remotely.

Sky Sports will broadcast the action in Italy, the UK and Germany, the Nethlerlands will be served by Ziggo Sports while the Nordic Entertainement Group channels will provide coverage in Scandinavia and Iceland. The global appeal of the series will be enhanced by deals with ESPN in the United States, SuperSport in Africa and Fox Sports in Latin America and Australia. Fans will also be able to watch the live events on YouTube, Twitch, Facebook and Huya.

The Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN F1 Esports Team squad saw developments off-track as well. James Doherty, one of the largest F1 content creators in the gaming industry, joined the team as Team Manager and will be responsible for the training and preparation of the drivers as well as for covering lead strategist duties during the races.

“We arrive into the 2020 season full of confidence, knowing that we have strengthened the team in the off season,” said Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN F1 Esports Team Principal Jamie MacLaurin. “Our preparation work has been outstanding and I can’t wait to get the cars on track and get things underway. This feels like the team’s best chance of securing the title, and I wish everyone luck for what will be a frenetic and exciting few months.”

Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN F1 Esports Team Manager James Doherty added: “Having had the experience of competing in the Championship in 2018, I feel that I’m well placed to give the drivers the tools they need to compete at their peak when it matters most. I am looking forward to the challenge and I truly believe we have the most competitive roster on the 2020 grid.”

Frédéric Vasseur, Team Principal of Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN, said: “Our F1 Esports programme has been going from strength to strength in recent years and we enter the 2020 season confident we have everything it takes for a shot at the title. From three strong drivers to plenty of depth off-track, we have a solid, professional organisation: I can’t wait for the racing to start.”

Daniel Bereznay said: “The standard of the field in F1 Esports keeps getting stronger and stronger every year and we will need to be at our very best if we want to compete for the title. We have never been better prepared for our assault on the Championship and I can’t wait to get started.”

Jarno Opmeer added: “I am looking to build on a very strong debut year in F1 Esports and my pace during pre season has looked promising. The team have left no stone unturned in preparation and I believe it’s going to be a very exciting few months. The aim is to bring the Championship home to Switzerland!”

Dominik Hofmann said: “Joining this team is an honour for me. To show that I am competitive enough to drive will be incredibly difficult, but I am so determined to assist this team in any way I can to help achieve the F1 Esports championship.”

About Sauber Group of Companies:
The Sauber Group of Companies is composed of three operational entities: Sauber Motorsport AG, which operates and manages the Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN Formula One team; Sauber Engineering AG, which focuses on prototype development and additive manufacturing; and Sauber Aerodynamik AG, which conducts full and model-scale testing in the factory’s state-of-the-art wind tunnel and creates ground-breaking innovations in the field of aerodynamics. The companies collaborate closely and share know-how to apply the expertise of more than 500 dedicated individuals at the headquarter in Hinwil, Switzerland, to all internal and external projects. Since its founding in 1970, the passion for racing has been at the heart of Sauber.

For the last 50 years, the innovative Swiss company has been setting standards in the design, development and construction of race cars for various championship series, such as Formula One, DTM, and WEC. Following its own Formula One debut in 1993, Sauber Motorsport AG has established one of the few traditional and privately held teams in the sport. After 25 years of competition in Formula One, the company launched a long-term partnership with Alfa Romeo in 2018 and enters the 2020 championship under the new team name Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN.