World of Warships celebrates fifth anniversary with massive new update and a shipload of player gifts
Update 0.9.8 brings a permanent campaign “Five Epochs of the Navy”, new Dockyard construction featuring Tier VIII U.S. Anchorage, the new temporary Asymmetric Battle battle type, and much more
World of Warships celebrates its fifth anniversary this September with a massive new update that’s going live today, bringing a new permanent campaign commemorating naval history through the ages, a new Dockyard featuring the Tier VIII cruiser U.S. Anchorage, a new battle type and loads of festive bonuses for the players.
A new trailer celebrating the anniversary can be viewed here.
Update 0.9.8 introduces a new permanent campaign titled “Five Epochs of the Navy” that honours the history of shipbuilding. Naval aficionados can travel through different eras in the history of shipbuilding by completing 50 tasks across five missions. Successfully finishing the task will unlock an Epoch permanent camouflage, which can be applied to Tier IX ships. New campaign also comes with the Five Epochs of the Navy collection, that will take the players on a journey through five different historical eras of naval engineering. Elements of the collection can be obtained by the same-name containers.
Update 0.9.8 will also see the launch of a new temporary battle type – Asymmetric Battle – which will be available during the first two weeks of the anniversary celebrations. Historically, real naval battles frequently had an uneven number of combatants on each side, proving that tactics and strategy is the key to win over powerful enemies. In Asymmetric Battle, a team of five to seven Tier VII–VIII ships will fight against teams of nine to twelve ships of Tiers V–VI. By winning battles, players will earn a new temporary resource – Battle Tokens.
Players can build a new U.S. Tier VIII cruiser, the Anchorage, in a new Dockyard construction event. Anchorage’s in-game build comprises 20 phases, with 18 of them available to be finished by completing Directives. By completing all phases – also possible by spending doubloons – players will be awarded with the Anchorage and her National camouflage, a 10-skill Commander, a port slot, and a commemorative flag.
Furthermore, Update 0.9.8 allows players to receive a festive bonus for their first victory in this update on every ship starting from Tier V. Rewards include 2x World of Warships Anniversary camouflages for Tiers V–VII, 1x Gift container for Tier VIII that contains 5 special signals, 2x Gift containers for Tier IX, and 1x supercontainer for Tier X. On top of that, this new update also starts a new season of Ranked Battles for Tier X ships with 8vs8 format and deploys new visual improvements such as enhanced fog.
Further details on Update 0.9.8 can be found here.
About World of Warships
World of Warships is a free, historical, online combat PC game from Wargaming. With its massive fleet of most iconic war vessels, including four different ship classes and strategically designed environment, World of Warships provides the ultimate naval warfare gaming experience, suitable for everyone. Thanks to its largest collection of historically accurate ships available to play, World of Warships prides itself as a digital ship museum and a focal point for naval history enthusiasts.
New thematic content and innovative game modes are being added on a regular basis, providing a diverse and exciting gameplay to its broad player base.
One franchise – multiple platforms
After the successful launch of World of Warships on PC, its unique gameplay and design has been adapted to bring free massive naval battles to other platforms with World of Warships: Legends available on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and World of Warships Blitz on iOS and Android mobile devices.
About Wargaming
Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 4500+ employees and offices spread all over the world. Over 200 million players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Their flagship products include the massively popular free-to-play hit World of Tanks and the strategic naval action game World of Warships.
PARIS – Sept. 2, 2020 – Focus Home Interactive and Rogue Factor are proud to bring you your closest look yet at the upcoming tactical RPG Necromunda: Underhive Wars, the first video game adaptation of the dark Necromunda setting in Games Workshop’s Warhammer 40,000 universe. In this new gameplay walkthrough, you’ll see every facet of the game, including story, gang management and strategic combat.
From single-player to multiplayer, Necromunda: Underhive Wars is a game of choices in every respect. Your gang is yours to grow as you see fit: pick which wretches to hire, specialize their stats and skills, and much more. With unique movement and action systems inspired by the tabletop game, every decision can be deadly.
You’ll get to experience the brutal world of Necromunda like never before. Embrace the massive, mysterious vaults of the Underhive with humongous levels filled with tricks, traps and true verticality.
Necromunda: Underhive Wars comes to PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC on September 8. Pre-orders are now live on Steam and Xbox One. For more info, check out https://www.necromunda-underhivewars.com.
The Signifier Launches October 15 on PC, Coming to PlayStation®4 & Xbox One in Early 2021
Get your closest look yet at Raw Fury & Playmestudio’s tech-noir mystery adventure in a new gameplay walkthrough trailer
STOCKHOLM — Sept. 2, 2020 — Raw Fury and Playmestudio have revealed that The Signifier, a surreal first-person tech-noir mystery adventure that blends investigation, experimental psychology, and artificial intelligence, will launch on October 15 for Windows PC via Steam and other digital stores. When the vice president of the world’s largest tech company turns up dead in her home, it’s up to you to examine her death using advanced technology to interpret the mind.
Step foot into the Dreamwalker, a deep brain scanner which recreates recorded senses in the virtual world, and venture into the memories of the deceased. Within the strange and unpredictable depths of the human consciousness, you’ll unravel a multi-layer narrative of power and intrigue that will leave you questioning everything. Move freely between three dimensions — reality, the objective and the subjective — exploring different events and environments for clues, solving puzzles, and putting the pieces together to discover the truth.
Game Features:
A compelling narrative that spirals into a complex web of real-world intrigue and surreal suspense.
Three coexisting dimensions to explore: reality, objective memories and subjective dreams.
Move between realms to solve puzzles, unlock new dialogue branches, and unravel the mystery.
Learn psychological concepts and use your powers and tools to navigate the strange and unpredictable unconsciousness.
Become immersed in thought-provoking tension, free from jump scares.
Question the implications of AI, intrusion to the consciousness, privacy, and the subjective creation of our minds.
The Signifier is available to wishlist now on Steam and expected to release on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One in early 2021. For more information, check out https://www.thesignifier.com.
A couple of weeks ago we learned that Hitman III would be an Epic Games Store exclusive when it is released on PC and now we know when the title will be releasing on all platforms in general. IO Interactive has announced that Hitman III will be releasing on the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PC, and even the Stadia on January 20, 2021.
At release there will be a standard version of Hitman III as well as a “Deluxe Edition” that will offer “Deluxe Escalations,” “Deluxe Suits & Items,” a digital soundtrack, digital art book, and some director’s commentary. Anyone that pre-orders the game will be given a “Trinity Pack” that will provide a number of colored outfits for Agent 47 to use and wear.
IO Interactive went on to detail that the Xbox version of the game will be available for upgrade at no extra cost through the Smart Delivery system while the PlayStation version will only be able to be upgraded through the digital version of the game.
Eastasiasoft has announced that they have now nailed down the release date for Moero Crystal H in the West and are planning on having the Nintendo Switch exclusive released on September 17th where it will be available digitally though those who pre-order can net themselves a 15% discount.
It is worth noting that a Play-Asia exclusive physical edition will also be releasing on that same day but that is the only way to get the retail release of the game. To go along with this date the company has also released a number of English screenshots for Moero Crystal H as well as a new trailer and those can be found below.
New Sighting Mission: Legendary Milk Coyote Roaming Near Blackwater
The Scavenging Predator Spotted Preying on Local Livestock
Travelers, beware: residents of Blackwater are reporting sightings of a white-furred coyote with pale, glowing eyes roaming the areas in and around the city, attacking local livestock. The Milk Coyote is said to have a den nearby, so expect it to travel in a pack of ferocious scavengers.
Speak to Harriet at her shop to launch this Sighting Mission. Players who successfully complete the Sighting Mission in any way will earn an Offer for 40% off any Novice or Promising Naturalist Item, while sampling the Milk Coyote’s blood will land you an Offer for 40% off any Distinguished Role Item.
Plus, play any of the modes featured in this week’s Hardcore Shootout Series and receive double the usual cash, Gold and XP.
Any player who jumps into Red Dead Online this week will receive a Reward for a free shirt (Rank 15 or below) of your choice.
GUS’ STORE
Should you opt to use lethal force on the beast, you can bring the Milk Coyote’s pelt to Gus Macmillan at his trapper store and for a fee, he’ll weave it into a beautiful coat for you to wear out and about on future hunts.
CATALOGUE ADDITIONS
The Wheeler, Rawson & Co. Catalogue introduces several new pieces of clothing this week, including the Barrelle and Inkstone Hats and the Farling Jacket.
MOONSHINING DISCOUNTS
This week’s discounts benefit the bootleggers: players can waive the cost of moving their Moonshine Shacks, take 40% off all Novice and Promising Moonshiner Items and 3 Gold Bars off Moonshiner Bar themes. To help aspiring brewers and distributors get their boots in the door, we knocked 5 Gold Bars off the cost of the Moonshine Shack through September 7th.
PRIME GAMING
Red Dead Online players who connect their Rockstar Games Social Club account with Prime Gaming will receive Rewards good for:
5 Free Legendary Animal Pheromones
6000 Naturalist XP
A free Wilderness Camp
A Free Katata Coat crafted from the Legendary Katata Elk hide.
In addition, players who connect to Prime Gaming before September 14th will receive a free Icahi Coat after selling the Icahi Boar’s hide to Gus, five Rewards for a free box of Nitro Express Ammunition and a Reward for 50 rounds of Sedative Varmint Cartridges.
Sydney, Australia, September 2nd, 2020 – THQ NordicandRainbow Studiosannounced that the complete off-road racing experience, MX vs ATV All Out, has made its Nintendo Switch debut! MX vs ATV All Out delivers Supercross, Outdoor Nationals, Opencross, Waypoint and Freestyle competition plus much more to gamers on the go worldwide!
In MX vs ATV All Out, players choose between bikes, ATVs and UTVs, then refine their rider style at their own private compound. Deep customisation options feature both rider and vehicle selections, including gear and tuning parts from real manufacturers. A true arcade racer, MX vs ATV All Out allows players to blast across massive open worlds to compete head to head in various game modes, as well as race like their favourite MX pros inside stadiums and outdoor tracks. Freestyle mode allows players to win with style and crazy stunts! Or go All Out and show your riding skills in 8-player online multiplayer or two-player split screen!
Apex Legends Global Series – Autumn Circuit Begins October 3
EA and Respawn Entertainment announced the Apex Legends Global Series (ALGS) will continue its fierce competition with the Autumn Circuit commencing on October 3 with a prize pool of $500,000 USD.
This next phase of the ALGS will follow a strong Summer Circuit series of tournaments which saw more than 2,000 of the best Apex squads from around the world compete for a spot in the Playoffs. On September 12 and 13, fan-favorite teams including Team SoloMid, Gambit Esports, Complexity Gaming and more will duke it out in the innovative Match Point playoff format on Kings Canyon and World’s Edge for a chance to be crowned ALGS Summer Circuit Champion.
The ALGS Autumn Circuit will continue to bring the Apex Legends competitive community together when it kicks off on October 3, and culminates with the Playoffs on December 19-20. Leveraging cloud-based broadcast production technology, EA will broadcast each circuit tournament’s final day, showcasing the best-of-the-best of that weekend on Twitch and dedicated official AGLS YouTube channel.
A full list of dates for the Apex Legends Global Series Autumn Circuit below:
Autumn Circuit #1 = October 3-5
Autumn Circuit #2 = October 17-19
Autumn Circuit #3 = October 31 – November 2
Autumn Circuit #4 = November 7-9
Autumn Circuit LCQ = December 5-7
Autumn Circuit Playoffs = December 19-20
Throughout the 2020 Apex Legends Global Series virtual tournaments, fans have tuned-in to catch the high-level play from established pros and newcomers alike, as new faces like North and AimAssist make their way onto the leaderboards. Following the recent launch of Apex Legends Season 6 – Boosted which introduced the new defensive Legend, Rampart, these competitions will continue to showcase the latest meta and Legend strategies to players around the world.
For more information on the ALGS Autumn Circuit, please check out the following blog:
Dive Into New Gameplay With The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu Trailer
Today, EA, Maxis and Lucasfilm revealed an exciting new feature overview trailer showcasing gameplay for the upcoming The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu Game Pack, coming to PC via Origin and Steam, Playstation 4 and Xbox One systems on September 8.
You can check out the full feature trailer here
In The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu, players can create their Sim’s unique Star Wars story in an adventure to the Edge of the Galaxy, inspired by Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort. The new trailer unveils the exciting journey set in the world of Batuu, which offers an entirely new experience for players and their Sims, and features all of the authentic sights and sounds of Star Wars, including iconic characters like Rey and Kylo Ren.
As a new visitor to Batuu, Sims can socialize with locals to understand why Batuu is unlike any other planet, and learn more about the forces fighting for its control. The Resistance, First Order and scoundrels aim to secure the upper hand of the Black Spire Outpost, and it is up to players and their Sims to determine who will succeed. Sims can choose to support Rey and Vi Moradi as part of the Resistance, pledge allegiance to the First Order under Kylo Ren or look to earn more credits with Hondo Ohnaka and the scoundrels. As Sims embark on exciting missions, they’ll increase their reputation, unlock iconic artifacts, equipment, new outfits and critical story missions that will influence changes to the world and tip the balance of power.
In addition, players can create a coveted lightsaber, customize their very own droid sidekick to help on missions, fly iconic starfighter ships or even try out their hand at romancing a Stormtrooper. When Sims return home, they can even bring back some of these items, like their lightsaber or droid, as well as new artifacts, decor and recipes inspired by their travels. They can also play a game of sabacc, or host a playful lightsaber training session.
Players interested in learning more about The Sims 4 Star Wars: Journey to Batuu can visit TheSims.com follow @TheSims on Twitter, Instagram or TikTok, and like The Sims on Facebook.
THIRD MARVEL’S AVENGERS WAR TABLE REVEALS POST-LAUNCH HERO KATE BISHOP AND MORE
Marvel’s Avengers WAR TABLE Gives Viewers More Details About Game’s High-Level Content
SYDNEY, 2nd September 2020 – Today, SQUARE ENIX® released the third Marvel’s Avengers WAR TABLE digital stream, providing a new in-depth look at the game ahead of its launch on September 4 on PlayStation®4, Xbox, and PC.
Kicking things off, viewers who watched the Marvel’s Avengers WAR TABLE live via the PlayAvengers.com channel were the first to get details about the game’s daily and weekly missions, as well as four new high-level mission types they’ll encounter as they progress through the Avengers Initiative: Villain Sectors, SHIELD Vaults, AIM’s Secret Lab, and Mega Hives.
Villain Sectors are special missions that provide epic showdowns with powerful bosses that players will want to return to as their Heroes get closer to the game’s power-level cap of 150, while SHIELD Vaults are treasure troves of resources, gear, and secrets that must be discovered and unlocked.
Players looking to test their mettle will look forward to teaming up with three friends to tackle AIM’s Secret Lab, a mission only accessible after reaching the game’s highest power levels. Available once a week, the AIM Secret Lab raid will culminate in a massive boss fight influenced by how well players’ teams performed throughout the mission.
Mega Hives will put players’ full Super Hero roster to the test as they fight their way through a gauntlet of descending floors packed with enemies. The farther they go down, the higher the difficulty goes up, and once all their Heroes are defeated, players will have to start over from the very beginning.
The Marvel’s Avengers WAR TABLE also revealed a new post-launch Hero coming as part of the game’s Avengers Initiative, Kate Bishop. Kate’s Operation, “Taking AIM,” kicks off in late October featuring a new villain and new mystery. Bishop, who is mentored by Clint Barton, comes with distinct Heroic Skills and takedowns that only an Olympic-caliber gymnast and master archer like Kate can pull off.
Kate Bishop will be the first new Hero introduced to Marvel’s Avengers after its launch on September 4. Taking AIM’s story begins shortly after the conclusion of the game’s Reassemble campaign and is just the first half of the two Hawkeyes’ Story Arc. Clint Barton’s Hawkeye takes the stage in November to complete the double-feature and lay the groundwork for what’s next.
These new post-launch Heroes will be made available to all Marvel’s Avengers owners at no additional cost and will continue to move the entire narrative world forward. More information about the Hawkeye Story Arc, as well as additional post-launch content will be available soon.
Previous Marvel’s Avengers WAR TABLES have included other major reveals, like details on the game’s central villain, MODOK (Mental Organism Designed Only for Killing) and the unveiling of Clint Barton’s Hawkeye, one of the first post-launch heroes who will be added to the game.
Watch the first Marvel’s Avengers WAR TABLE Here
Watch the second Marvel’s Avengers WAR TABLE Here
Marvel’s Avengers will be available for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on September 4, 2020. Marvel’s Avengers will be available on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X when the consoles launch in Holiday 2020. Players who own the current-gen version of the game will be able to upgrade to the next-gen version at no additional cost, regardless if players are moving from PlayStation® 4 to PlayStation 5 or Xbox One to Xbox Series X. Those moving their saves to next-gen will transfer their player profiles and progression so they can pick up right where they left off. In addition, cross-gen play will be supported so PS5™ players will be able to play with their friends on PS4™ and Xbox Series X players will be connected with their friends on Xbox One.
ABOUT MARVEL’S AVENGERS
Marvel’s Avengers offers players a truly rich experience, with a combination of Hero Missions and War Zones. Hero Missions are single-player only and are part of the initial Campaign. They are designed to showcase each hero’s unique abilities as you reassemble your growing roster. War Zones can be played solo or with a group of up to four players* as any Hero in your roster. Each mission dynamically scales based on the team size and player level.
Players in Marvel’s Avengers are also able to customize Earth’s Mightiest Heroes in a number of ways. While each Super Hero plays true to their unique power sets, each has the flexibility to play differently based on the gear players equip and the skills they enable, so no two player’s heroes plays in exactly the same way. Each hero has dynamic combo systems, heroic moves, an intrinsic ability, and signature move sets to unlock and customize – many inspired by classic moves from the 80 years of Marvel history across all media, while others are crafted as originals just for this game.
Players also customize these iconic Super Heroes with classic, fan-favorite, and all-new original outfits, including Iron Man’s suit from the 2014 Original Sin storyline, or Thor’s Donald Blake identity, which is a nod to an alias of Thor’s who first appeared in 1962’s Journey into Mystery issue #83.
Marvel’s Avengers is an ambitious game, starting with a global high-stakes race to reassemble and rebuild the Avengers. But that’s just the beginning. To ensure a continuing heroic experience for all players, the narrative of Marvel’s Avengers expands through the Avengers Initiative, and threats escalate with each new post-release Super Hero, region and story arc delivered to players at no additional cost once they own the core game.
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About Crystal Dynamics Crystal Dynamics® has developed and published over 30 award-winning titles during its 28-year adventure. Some of the most beloved franchises include Gex®, Legacy of Kain® and most recently, TOMB RAIDER® which has sold over 77 million copies worldwide. With over 30 video game titles released and hundreds of awards, the heroine Lara Croft® has been a cultural icon for over 20 years and has made an indelible mark on virtually every facet of entertainment. Most recently, Crystal Dynamics expanded its operations by opening Crystal Northwest™ in Bellevue, Washington.
About Eidos-Montréal Eidos-Montréal™ (a Square Enix® studio) is focused on creating immersive and captivating experiences. For the last decade, the development teams at Eidos-Montréal have orchestrated the successful reboot of the DEUS EX® series (Deus Ex: Human Revolution®, Deus Ex: Mankind Divided®), released the latest entry in the THIEF® franchise, and have also played a key role in the development of the award-winning TOMB RAIDER® series.
About Square Enix, Inc. Square Enix develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX®, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos Montréal®. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 154 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 82 million units worldwide; TOMB RAIDER®, which has sold over 78 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
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