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FEEL THE DIRT 5™ VIBE AS CODEMASTERS REVEALS IN-GAME SOUNDTRACK

Stormzy, The Chemical Brothers, Foals and The Prodigy Lead All-Star Line-Up

Codemasters® today allows fans to get a feel for DIRT 5™ with the reveal of the official in-game soundtrack. With some hidden gems yet to be announced, DIRT 5 currently features 40 tracks spanning multiple genres and generations. From global superstars The Killers, The Prodigy and Chaka Khan, to British artists bursting onto the music scene such as YUNGBLUD, Sea Girls and Broken Witt Rebels. Players can enjoy a sample of the music via the official DIRT 5 Spotify playlist, found here – https://spoti.fi/39WbKNr

The in-game soundtrack creates a festival vibe delivering the perfect off-road playlist. Whether scaling rough terrain in a rock bouncer or sliding a Rally GT across a frozen lake, DIRT 5 provides the perfect audio backdrop to get hearts pumping and adrenaline racing. The soundtrack features:

ArtistSong
American AuthorsMicrophone [habitat remix]
ArkellsYears In The Making
Barns CourtneyFun Never Ends
Car Seat HeadrestHollywood
Chaka KhanLike Sugar
Child of the ParishThread The Needles Eye
Dinosaur Pile-UpBack Foot
EOBShangri-La – Spike Stent Edit
Floating PointsLesAlpx
FoalsIn Degrees
Hero The BandShout
Hockey DadI Missed Out
InhalerWe Have To Move On
Jamie N CommonsLet’s Do It Till We Get It Right
JOHN J PRESLEYLeft
MASONDance, Shake, Move
New Found GloryHit or Miss
NOISYOi ATM
Oh The LarcenyCheck It Out
Pearl JamWho Ever Said
Sports TeamThe Races
StarcrawlerHome Alone
StormzyPop Boy (ft. Aitch)
TeslaTied To The Tracks
The AcademicSUPERLIKE
The AmazonsMother
The Bloody Beetroots + JetMy Name Is Thunder
The Chemical BrothersBango
THE HARAFriends
The HeavyA Whole Lot of Love
The KillersCaution
The MysterinesGasoline
The ProdigyTimebomb Zone
THE SHERLOCKSMagic Man
The ShoesTime to Dance (Sebastian Remix)
Twin AtlanticVolcano
Tyler Bryant & The ShakedownDrive Me Mad
Weshly ArmsNever Be The Same
WOLFMOTHERChase The Feeling (feat. Chris Cester)
YUNGBLUDTin Pan Boy

Codemasters has also partnered with Globe and Universal Music UK for an official soundtrack featuring new music, exclusive to DIRT 5. Artists include Sea Girls, Broken Witt Rebels, High Contrast, NOISY, KOKO, Prospa and Saronde. The OST will be available via music streaming platforms to coincide with the release of the game.

DIRT 5 is innovating the racing category, delivering a next-generation experience while taking inspiration from previous DIRT titles,” said Stephen Root, VP of Development Creative Services at Codemasters. “The soundtrack follows the same principles with the vibrancy of the new, and a nod to the previous generation with exciting fresh music from established global icons.”

“We are delighted to continue our partnership with Codemasters,” said Greg Turner, Senior Creative Licensing Manager at Globe, Universal Music UK. “We have worked closely with the artists involved to deliver a unique soundtrack you won’t be able to hear anywhere else.”

DIRT 5 will be released on Friday 16 October 2020 for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC, followed by Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5 later this year. A Google Stadia version will release in early 2021. Players who purchase the Amplified Edition will receive exclusive content and three days early access. The game supports both Xbox Smart Delivery and PlayStation’s free upgrade when players switch to an Xbox Series X or PlayStation 5.

Keep up with all the DIRT 5 news and follow updates from the studio on Instagram, YouTube, Twitter and Facebook.

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ABOUT CODEMASTERS:

Codemasters (AIM:CDM) is an award-winning British video game developer and publisher with over 30 years of heritage. The company specialises in high-quality racing games including DiRT, GRID, and the BAFTA award-winning official F1® series of videogames.

In November 2019 Codemasters acquired Slightly Mad Studios, creators and developers of award-winning IP including the Project CARS franchise.

For more information on Codemasters’ product portfolio, please visit www.codemasters.com. Join in the conversation with @codemasters on Twitter or Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/codemasters.

BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA INC. ANNOUNCES BLESS UNLEASHED™ COMING SOON TO PLAYSTATION® 4

An Epic Action MMORPG Adventure is Set to Enthrall PlayStation® 4 Players; Beta Starts August 20, 2020

SANTA CLARA, Calif., (August 13, 2020) — Leading interactive entertainment developer and publisher, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., today announced Bless Unleashed is coming to PlayStation® 4 later this year. In preparation for the PlayStation 4 launch, Bless Unleashed will hold an upcoming closed beta weekend beginning August 20, 2020 lasting until August 24, 2020. Players can sign up for the Bless Unleashed PlayStation 4 closed beta by visiting: https://bandainam.co/BlessUnleashedPS4CBT
 
Bless Unleashed takes place in the untamed world of Lumios and presents a rich backstory created with hardcore MMO players in mind. The game features deep combo-driven mechanics, player customization, and cooperative (PvE) and competitive (PvP) multiplayer. At launch, the land of Lumios featured 13 zones for players to explore and battle against countless foes within. There are seven powerful Field Bosses scattered across the wilds and 26 Elite Bosses who drop amazing rewards for heroes who can defeat them. Additionally, there are six unique Dungeons to explore, enabling players to truly feel the dangers of Lumios. Players may also engage in battle across eight Arena Challenges and eight Lairs belonging to powerful foes who eagerly wait to dispatch unprepared adventurers. Developed using Unreal® Engine 4, Bless Unleashed brings unparalleled visuals to a fully realized fantasy world, offering one of the most stunning MMORPGs developed specifically for console players. Players adventure across an open persistent world where mythical beasts roam the land and player vs. player battles can take place at any time.
 
For more information about
Bless Unleashed, please visit: https://blessunleashed.com, follow us on Facebook at https://bandainam.co/BUfacebook, or join the conversation on Twitter at https://bandainam.co/BUtwitter.
 
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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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Assassin’s Creed favourite, Ezio makes a leap of faith into the fantasy RPG realm of mobile mega-hit, AFK Arena!

Shanghai, China – 13th August 2020 – Lilith Games and Ubisoft today announce a new official partnership which sees Ezio from Assassin’s Creed make a leap of faith into the fantasy RPG realm of Lilith Games mobile mega-hit, AFK Arena. Ezio will appear as a playable hero in AFK Arena from today.

AFK Arena is an idle fantasy-based RPG mobile game for iOS and Android platforms. With a unique art style, rich lore and world-building, various gameplay modes and a grind free gameplay mechanic, AFK Arena is easy to get into but has massive strategic depth to keep players of all levels coming back time and again.“We’re excited to see AFK Arena’s core audience continuing to explode across the globe and we’re thrilled to add Ezio from Assassin’s Creed to our hero line up from today,” commented Xiao Dong, Producer of AFK Arena, Lilith Games.

AFK Arena celebrated its first birthday in June this year and has been downloaded over 40 million times to date achieving the mythical feat of attaining a dedicated legion of casual mobile players from both Western and Eastern audiences. The game was nominated for Google Play’s Best of 2019 Users’ Choice Best Game Award and continues to be a mobile fan favourite with constant support, content and updates provided by Lilith Games. Lilith Games was founded in 2013 with its first international launch, Soul Hunters arriving in 2015. Soul Hunters was an instant hit and quickly hit the No.1 top grossing game position in App Stores globally. The company has since published many successful and beloved games including Rise of Kingdoms, Art of Conquest, AFK Arena, Abi and more. Lilith Games is now China’s 3rd largest game developer and publisher in terms of overseas revenue.

AFK Arena can be found on the App Store for iOS here.
AFK Arena can be found on the Google Play Store for Android here.

About Lilith Games
Lilith’s first fully self-developed title, “Legend of Xiao Bingbing” topped the charts in multiple countries globally and has generated a total revenue of more than €500 Million Euro since launch. Legend of Xiao Bingbing or Soul Hunters as it is known in the west was followed by, “Art of Conquest” in September 2017, “Rise Of Kingdoms” in September 2018, and “AFK Arena” in April 2019, each has achieved average monthly revenues of more than €10 Million Euro. Another self-developed game, “Abi” was selected by the Apple App Store as ‘Best Indie Game of the Year’ 2017.

Today Lilith Games has more than nine hundred employees and has brought the joy of gaming to more than 100 million players across the world. www.lilithgames.com

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, Just Dance, Tom Clancy’s video game series, Rayman, Far Cry and Watch Dogs. 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 2018-19 fiscal year Ubisoft generated Net Bookings of €2,029 million. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoft.com.

Smash-Hit Rhythm Game, AVICII Invector Comes to Nintendo Switch with Free Demo!

Featuring the #1 EDM Artist of All Time, AVICII Invector Available for Consumers to Try in Advance of Games Global Launch on Sept 8

Watford, UK – August 13, 2020, Video games publisher Wired Productions anddeveloper Hello There Games are thrilled to announce that the upcoming AVICII Invector is available today, as a free to play demo on Nintendo Switch. Created in collaboration with the late producer, performer, and songwriter Tim “Avicii” Bergling, AVICII Invector is launching with an all new Encore Edition, complete with 35 songs September 8th, on what would have been his birthday.

Only on Nintendo Switch can players truly experience Tim’s music in a way he envisioned the project, with players able to experience his music however, or wherever, gamers prefer to play. With up to four fan local multiplayer, players can soar through vocal melodies, sweep each fade, and attack every beat in 35 of Avicii’s biggest hits. This really is the definitive way to play AVICII’s music, with all music royalties supporting suicide awareness through the Tim Bergling Foundation. Of course, Tim didn’t just want to create a game that celebrated his music, he wanted to create an incredible rhythm game, inspired by his love from the genre and with a Metacritic score over 80%, the hype is real!

In the same year, the headline song, “Wake Me Up” surpassed 1 billion streams on Spotify, Players can download the game and celebrate by searching for AVICII in the Nintendo eShop from 9am local time, or can pre-order the full game via the Nintendo website. Fans can also celebrate Tim’s music and share memories via the brand-new official Discord > discord.gg/avicii.

Wired’s legacy is in music games and licensing. When we were approached to help finish Tim’s project, it was a perfect match, having already used his songs in past games. It was also at the same time as we were exploring ways to support the mental health of our players and industry with our charity partner, Safe In Our World,” said Leo Zullo, Founder and Managing Director at Wired Productions.To now see this definitive release of the game, with all music royalties supporting the Tim Bergling Foundation, is a perfect and fitting way to celebrate Tim’s music and legacy. I hope fans and genre players enjoy what the team have be able to do and help keep his legacy alive.”

The full track list for AVICII Invector includes:

Broken Arrows – M-22 RemixCan’t Catch MeFade into DarknessFades AwayFor a Better DayFriend of MineGonna Love YaHeavenHey BrotherI Could Be The OneLay Me DownLevelsLonely TogetherPure GrindingSunset JesusTalk To MyselfThe Nights – AVICII by AVICII Remix Tough LoveTrue BelieverWaiting for LoveWake Me UpWhat Would I Change it toWithout YouYou be LoveYou Make Me

In addition, the Encore Edition includes the below two new song packs. These will be available for current players to purchase September 8th on all other platforms:

Tim Song Pack Bad Reputation Freak Heart upon my sleeve Peace of mind SOSMagma Song Pack Addicted to youMy Feelings For YouSeek BromanceSunshineTrouble

AVICII Invector is available now for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and releases as the Encore Edition on September 8th, 2020 for Nintendo Switch and PS4 in physical retail for $29.99 / €29.99 / £24.99. Developed by Hello There Games and published by Wired Productions. AVICII Invector: Encore Edition is rated “T” for Teen by the ESRB.

About Wired Productions

Wired Productions is an award-winning video games publisher based in Watford, UK. Wired has produced and published award-winning titles across all major platforms. Bringing games to market in both physical and digital media, notable launches to date include Those Who Remain, Deliver Us The Moon, Close to the Sun, GRIP: Combat Racing, Victor Vran: Overkill Edition, Max: The Curse of Brotherhood and The Town of Light.

About Hello There Games

Hello There Games is an independent game studio, founded in 2009 in Gothenburg, Sweden. Hello There, as the studio was called back then, quickly released a series of successful games for various clients, including global brands and Swedish organisations. A few years, awards and many various games later, Hello There had extended their partnerships into the entertainment business. Working with (the now late) superstar AVICII.

About The Tim Bergling Foundation

The Tim Bergling Foundation was created by Klas and Anki Bergling and their family after the death of their son Tim Bergling, also known as AVICII – one of the most acclaimed and beloved producers/performers/songwriters in modern music. Tim’s parents have endowed the foundation with a significant contribution from his estate and will direct proceeds from future AVICII projects and the recent release of the posthumous album, ”TIM” (2019) to the foundation.

The Tim Bergling Foundation will advocate for the recognition of suicide as a global health emergency and promote removing the stigma attached to the discussion of mental health issues. It will support science-based organizations that engage in research into the causes and prevention of suicide, particularly for young people.

Additionally, the foundation will support non-profits that address issues for which Tim had a passion, such as climate change, preservation of endangered species, global hunger, and more.

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Faeria digital collectible card and turn-based strategy game Out Now on Xbox One and Nintendo Switch

Craft Exciting Decks and Shape the Battlefield in Epic Battles 

Baltimore, MD  – August 13th, 2020 – Following its success on PC with 1 million players, Indie publisher Versus Evil and developer Abrakam Entertainment are pleased to announce that digital collectible card and turn-based strategy game Faeria is out now on Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.

Faeria launches on consoles with full cross-play support. Now gamers on PC, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox One can all go head to head. Players can craft exciting decks and shape the battlefield as they fight epic battles, raise mountains, build forests, fill lakes, or harness the sands of the deserts during play. With Faeria’s stunning graphics and strategic gameplay at its core, players will enjoy over 100+ hours of single player content, co-operative missions and puzzles to a vast array of single player challenges, to hone their deck building skills and strategies. Players can take their decks online and go head to head in ranked and casual PVP matches or in Pandora, Faeria’s take on draft mode.

Faeria is a remarkable and beautifully illustrated collectible card game with a fantastic community of players. We’re thrilled to connect its devoted fanbase with a whole new audience of console gamers via cross-play,” Said Steve Escalante, General Manager of Versus Evil. “Our first party partners at Microsoft and Nintendo have been amazingly supportive of our efforts to connect our players together.”

Richard Garfield, creator of Magic the Gathering, counts himself part of the fanbase of PC players, saying: “Anyone who is interested in digital card games should absolutely try Faeria.” Nintendo Switch players benefit from 5 free DLC packs available for free at launch, including: Premium Edition, All Avatars DLC, All Cardbacks DLC, All Orbs DLC and All Wells DLC from the Premium Edition DLC. The offer is limited to only the first 30 days after release.

And yet even more Faeria news is still to come! Announcement of the release date for the PlayStation 4 version of Faeria, as well as details of an exciting $10,000 cash prize tournament, part of the Faeria World Circuit, will be coming soon.Faeria is also currently available on PC for Steam and the Epic Games Store. 

About Abrakam Entertainment
Abrakam Entertainment is an independent video game developer based in Belgium. They’re a small and passionate team focused on creating high quality strategy game experiences across all platforms. Their strategy card game, Faeria, launched in 2017 with 85% positive Steam reviews and praise from critics and major influencers. For more information, visit www.abrakam.com

About Versus Evil
Founded in 2013, Versus Evil, LLC is the US based video game publisher behind critically acclaimed video games Pillars of Eternity II: Deadfire and The Banner Saga trilogy. Publishing games on all major mobile, PC and console platforms, Versus Evil works with independent development studios from around the world. The corporate philosophy is to champion for the independent game developer. For more information visit https://versusevil.com.

Graffiti Games and Mega Cat Studios Launches Run & Gun & Eat Game Bite the Bullet Today on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and PC

Vancouver – August 13, 2020 – Being stuck at home just got a lot better with the release of the thrilling bullet-mayhem, zombie-eating, Run & Gun & Eat title, Bite the Bullet, from developer Mega Cat Studios and publisher Graffiti Games. Bite the Bullet is the world’s first Run & Gun & Eat title, and is now available on Steam (PC) and Nintendo Switch for $14.99 USD, while also releasing tomorrow, August 14, on Xbox One.
 
In this roguelite RPG shooter players must eat enemies, bullets and more to powerup their character, weapons, and abilities. Gun down zombies, robots and giant mutant bosses with a barrage of bullets before chowing down on their corpses to craft new weapons, unlock new abilities and special attacks, and transform into a powerful Zombro form to smash foes. Explore four character classes and a skill tree based on specific diets – and remember, you are what you eat!

In the future players can enjoy a new Synthwave Mode that allows the game to be played in synthwave colors while listening to music from amazing artists, including Waveshaper, Night Runner, Retröxx and Magic Sword.
 
To celebrate the launch, Graffiti Games and Mega Cat released a new trailer showcasing how an eating guru can lead you to successful devouring.

“In Bite the Bullet how much and what you eat controls everything from your waistline to branching skill trees and weapon crafting,” says Nick Mann, Game Designer at Mega Cat Studios. “Shoot fast, eat big, and workout your abdominal muscles to satisfy your appetite for destruction.” 
 
Key Features Include

  • Devour enemies to powerup Chewy/Chewella, weapons, and abilities.
  • Chow down on everything – enemies, walls, even bullets.
  • Play solo or with a friend in local co-op.
  • Four character classes (Carnivore, Herbivore, Omnivore, and Robovore – which means eating metal) that have their own unique abilities and perks.
  • Gorge on 50 levels.
  • Character customizations with a deep, branching skill tree.
  • Loot powerful weapons with fun modifiers such as Spicy Critter Cannons.
  • Craft exotic new weapons by wolfing down special types of characters and enemies.
  • Eat enemies to energize skills and special attacks.
  • Use a highly advanced shield for protection from oncoming fire or knock enemies away.
  • Earn action hero bandanas by fully completing each world.
  • Chew carefully – every enemy has its own nutritional information, and a body type will change based on the types of enemies consumed.
  • Transform into the powerful Zombro form and smash enemies into bite-sized bits.

About Graffiti Games

Graffiti Games is an independent video game publisher comprised of industry veterans that understand what it takes to launch a successful indie game. Graffiti views game publishing as a collaborative effort between its team and developers and strives to ensure everyone benefits from a game’s success. To find out more about Graffiti and its titles please visit www.graffitigames.com.

About Mega Cat Studios

Mega Cat Studios is an independent video game studio. Whether collaborating with a client or developing their own IP, Mega Cat seeks to create meaningful experiences through games and services. In a world of cloud storage, download codes and virtual licenses, Mega Cat is excited and proud to create exclusive artisan collectibles that complement the effort that goes into indie and authentic retro development. From retro cartridges to PC & current generation consoles, we want to make games that are accessible and enjoyable for every gamer.

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INTRODUCING STEALTH 700 GEN 2 AND STEALTH 600 GEN 2 – THE NEXT GENERATION OF TURTLE BEACH’S BEST-SELLING WIRELESS GAMING HEADSETS FOR XBOX ONE, XBOX SERIES X, PS4 AND PS5

Turtle Beach’s Stealth 600 Gen 2 for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 Will be Available at Participating Retailers Sunday, August 16, 2020

San Diego, CA – August 13, 2020 – This morning, leading gaming headset and audio accessory brand Turtle Beach (NASDAQ: HEAR) unveiled the Stealth 700 Gen 2 and Stealth 600 Gen 2 – the next generation of its best-selling1 wireless gaming headsets designed for Xbox One and Xbox Series X, and for PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5. Successors to the brand’s highly acclaimed Stealth 700 and Stealth 600 headsets, the Gen 2 versions take the best-selling products to a new level with their refined, premium build and sleeker look, powerful game sound, clear chat through a larger flip-to-mute mic that seamlessly integrates into the earcup, and all day comfort – all for the same attractive MSRPs of $149.95 and $99.95, respectively. Turtle Beach’s new Stealth 600 Gen 2 wireless gaming headset for PS4™ and PS5™ will be available at participating retailers and from www.turtlebeach.com starting this weekend. The full release schedule is below:

Stealth 600 Gen 2 – Available in black and white versions for PS4 and PS52 and will be released on Aug. 16, 2020

Stealth 600 Gen 2 – Available in black and white versions for Xbox One and Xbox Series X will follow on Sept. 20, 2020

Stealth 700 Gen 2 – Available in black for Xbox One and Xbox Series X. Also available in black for PS4 and PS5, and both will release on Sept. 20, 2020

“With our Stealth 700 and 600 Gen 2wireless gaming headsets, we’ve delivered a stunning level of high-quality audio, comfort, and features that take these already best-selling products to an even higher level,” said Juergen Stark, CEO, Turtle Beach. “We fully expect the Gen 2s to continue as top-performing products in the market, as the Stealth 700 Gen 2 provides the ultimate premium wireless gaming audio experience for $149.95, and the Stealth 600 Gen 2looks and sounds amazing and delivers everything gamers could ask for at $99.95.”

2020 continues to be a historic year for the gaming industry and the excitement continues as we head into the fall with a variety of AAA game launches and next generation consoles right around the corner, which we believe will also lead to further success for our Stealth 700 and 600 series headsets.”

Stealth 700 and 600 Gen 2s were created to continue the legacy of the two best-selling products in their price tiers3, since launching in 2017. The Gen 2 versions once again deliver the perfect combination of advanced and seamless wireless connectivity, precision game audio, ultra-clear chat, unrivaled comfort and build quality, innovative and impressive features, and an accessible price.

Stealth 700 Gen 2

The all-new Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen 2 features a host of updates including upgraded performance, comfort and styling. Game audio on the Stealth 700 Gen 2 has been tuned and refined to deliver even more detailed and precise sound, giving gamers an even better chance to hear everything and defeat everyone. A larger, high-sensitivity flip-to-mute mic enhances chat clarity and seamlessly conceals into the earcup when muted. New Aerofit™ cooling gel-infused memory foam ear cushions surround upgraded 50mm Nanoclear™ speakers, and a re-designed metal-reinforced headband provides long-lasting durability and comfort. Battery life has been upgraded significantly with a 20-hour lifespan. Gamers can also use Bluetooth® connectivity to connect to the all-new Turtle Beach Audio Hub app to easily customize their audio and program the headset’s remappable dial and button, as well as simultaneously listen to music or take mobile calls while gaming. Xbox fans can once again take advantage of Xbox Wireless technology which automatically connects the headset directly to the console, while wireless game and chat on PS4 and PS5 is handled through the included USB transmitter.

Stealth 600 Gen 2

Upgrades to the Stealth 600 Gen 2 also include meticulously refined audio so gamers have an even better chance to hear everything and defeat everyone, as well as a larger high-sensitivity flip-to-mute mic that delivers improved chat clarity and now seamlessly integrates into the headset when muted. The Stealth 600 Gen 2’s headband and hinge design have been reinforced for added long-term durability, and soft, glasses friendly ear cushions provide plush comfort while refined 50mm speakers produce high-quality, immersive game sound. A user-friendly audio preset button on the headset allows for easy access to customize audio, and gamers can still count on Turtle Beach’s exclusive Superhuman Hearing® for an audio advantage on the battlefield. Finally, connectivity on Xbox is still easy as ever, using Xbox Wireless technology so gamers can connect to their Xbox with the push of a button, while wireless game and chat on PS4 and PS5 is handled through the included USB transmitter.

For more information on the Turtle Beach’s all new Stealth 700 Gen 2 and Stealth 600 Gen 2 wireless gaming headsets for Xbox One, Xbox Series X, PS4, and PS5, as well as the latest Turtle Beach products and accessories, visit www.turtlebeach.com and be sure to follow Turtle Beach on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

About Turtle Beach Corporation

Turtle Beach Corporation (corp.turtlebeach.com) is one of the world’s leading gaming audio and accessory providers. The Turtle Beach brand (www.turtlebeach.com) is known for pioneering first-to-market features and patented innovations in high-quality, comfort-driven headsets for all levels of gamer, making it a fan-favorite brand and the market leader in console gaming audio for the last decade. Turtle Beach’s ROCCAT brand (www.roccat.org) combines detail-loving German innovation with a genuine passion for designing the best PC gaming products. Under the ROCCAT brand, Turtle Beach creates award-winning keyboards, mice, headsets, mousepads, and other PC accessories. Turtle Beach’s shares are traded on the Nasdaq Exchange under the symbol: HEAR.

Cautionary Note on Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes forward-looking information and statements within the meaning of the federal securities laws. Except for historical information contained in this release, statements in this release may constitute forward-looking statements regarding assumptions, projections, expectations, targets, intentions or beliefs about future events. Statements containing the words “may”, “could”, “would”, “should”, “believe”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “plan”, “estimate”, “target”, “project”, “intend” and similar expressions constitute forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current belief, as well as assumptions made by, and information currently available to, management.

While the Company believes that its expectations are based upon reasonable assumptions, there can be no assurances that its goals and strategy will be realized. Numerous factors, including risks and uncertainties, may affect actual results and may cause results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements made by the Company or on its behalf. Some of these factors include, but are not limited to, risks related to the Company’s liquidity, the substantial uncertainties inherent in the acceptance of existing and future products, the difficulty of commercializing and protecting new technology, the impact of competitive products and pricing, general business and economic conditions, risks associated with the expansion of our business including the implementation of any businesses we acquire, our indebtedness, the outcome of our HyperSound strategic review process and other factors discussed in our public filings, including the risk factors included in the Company’s most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, and the Company’s other periodic reports. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States and the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Company is under no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement after the date of this release whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise.

All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

1Source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service/Video Games/Dollars/US and Canada/CY 2018, CY 2019, & Jan – June 2020

2Sony has indicated that PS4™ headsets will work with PS5™. Turtle Beach anticipates the Company’s Stealth 700 Gen 2 and Stealth 600 Gen 2 wireless gaming headsets will be compatible with the upcoming system and will confirm once testing is complete.

3Source: The NPD Group/Retail Tracking Service/Video Games/Dollars/US and Canada/CY 2018, CY 2019, & Jan – June 2020 ###

Old school RPG The Revenant Prince Out Now on PC

Fulfil your destiny with time-bending power in an epic adventure to save the world 

Jakarta, Indonesia – August 13th, 2020 – Nomina Games today announced that its time-bending retro inspired RPG The Revenant Prince is now available on Steam for PC

The Revenant Prince casts players as Troy, a prince who awakens after a near death experience with the ability to control time. Guided by a mysterious voice that may or may not have his best interests at heart, Troy embarks on an epic quest to fulfil his uncertain destiny.

As Troy undertakes his sprawling adventure he will be met with difficult decisions which will have lasting consequences with the colourful range of characters he meets along the way. How you treat people and what actions you take on this quest will dictate how the story plays out. The Revenant Prince is an adventure RPG where outcomes from the choices you make are irreversible and everlasting. Will you choose to destroy your enemies in combat or de-escalate feuds into friendships with silver tongued negotiations from talking to combatants instead?. The choice to conquer or conciliate is in your hands.

The Revenant Prince is designed to give players control over the way the narrative plays out, but not without consequence, there’s an epic adventure here with combat, magic, colourful characters and monsters, all inspired by the 90’s RPG’s and JRPG’s we’ve come to love, but there’s also a heavy dose of responsibility in the choices you make as a player too” Said Nomina Games founder and director Darrel Wijaya

With its pixelated aesthetic and heartfelt narrative, The Revenant Prince takes players on a journey of discovery where the ability to control time and the consequences of your decisions in combat will decide the pathway of your destiny.

A 15% launch discount on The Revenant Prince runs until the 17th August.

Features

  • Single-player gameplay with potentially irreversible consequences.
  • Time-based battles with an arsenal of weapons and magic!
  • Interactions with a menagerie of enemies with a variety of interesting outcomes.
  • The ability to play god (literally) and toy with the lives of many!
  • A simple blend of pixelated and painterly art styles.

Visit the The Revenant Prince website:
https://www.dreadmachine.com
Wishlist on Steam:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/432210/The_Revenant_Prince/

About Nomina Games Based in Jakarta, Indonesia, Nomina Games was created with the belief that games today are more than simply fun toys: they’re an expression of creativity, the driving force behind all art. Nomina Games wishes to inspire this creativity in others by providing thoughtful, evocative experiences. Its first game is the RPG The Revenant Prince, coming to PC in Fall 2020.

Guild Esports appoints MediaCom S&E to support global partnerships strategy

Guild Esports appoints MediaCom S&E to support global partnerships strategy

London, 13 August 2020: Guild Esports (Guild), the global esports business headquartered in London, today announces the appointment of MediaCom Sport & Entertainment (MediaCom S&E) as the Company’s first consultancy delivering Guild’s commercial partnerships strategy.

Guild’s appointment of the esports division of MediaCom, one of the world’s leading media agencies, will support the Company across all aspects of its commercial proposition, development, and global go-to-market strategy for its commercial partners.  

Guild Esports, which is co-owned by David Beckham, is bridging the gap between sports and esports with an academy-powered model and a brand that celebrates and harnesses the diverse and tribal loyalty of esports enthusiasts on a global scale. The Company’s ambition is to build a culture of excellence around both its brand and digital presence and to develop a lifestyle cross-over brand suited to the fast-growing esports market. Globally esports is currently valued at US$1.1bn and is projected to grow by 42% to US$1.56bn by 2023.

Guild welcomes MediaCom S&E as an accomplished agency with a proven track record and a wealth of partnerships and esports expertise that will enhance and strengthen the appeal of Guild’s expanding business. Guild’s appointment of MediaCom S&E dovetails with the agency’s recent expansion of its gaming business following recent work with Tencent, one of the world’s largest investors into esports broadcasting and publishing, alongside Cartier, Piaget and Richemont.

Carleton Curtis, executive chairman at Guild, commented: “We are excited to be working with MediaCom to spearhead Guild’s partnerships strategy. Their wealth of experience within the tech sector and their understanding of our core channels makes them a perfect fit in supporting the growth and establishment of Guild as one of the leading players within esports.”

Michelle Tierney, Director of Commercial Partnerships at Guild, said: “We are at a pivotal moment with Guild poised for accelerated growth. This is an exciting time to welcome MediaCom S&E who can build on the momentum of our launch, foster partnerships and bring Guild to new audiences across the globe.”

Misha Sher, global VP of MediaCom S&E, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Guild at the beginning of their exciting journey. The popularity and appeal of esports as a cultural phenomenon continues to grow and Guild are perfectly positioned to capitalize on the momentum. Operating at the intersection of media, technology and culture, we know what’s required to attract commercial partners in a new, digitally led world. We thank Guild for their trust and look forward to helping them build one of the industry’s leading organisations.”

Guild’s inaugural teams for EA FIFA Esports and Rocket League debuted earlier this year and the Company will continue to scale into various esports disciplines over the course of the 2020/21 season. Guild’s professional athletes can also expect to compete in the popular title Fortnite. 

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Guild Esports

Guild Esports is an academy-powered, fan-focused global esports business that is headquartered in London. Guild aims to become the ultimate fan destination for unmissable entertainment in competitive gaming that is delivered alongside a unique lifestyle brand authentic to the esports community. Guild uses best practice from elite sports teams and professional coaching to put the health, well-being and interests of its teams, athletes and fans at the heart of what it does. Guild is led by an experienced management team of esports veterans and is co-owned by David Beckham, together they are focused on building the best in class esports teams.

MediaCom Sport & Entertainment

MediaCom Sport & Entertainment are a specialist sponsorship & marketing agency powered by MediaCom, the world’s leading communications agency, part of the WPP & GroupM global integrated network. We use the power of partnerships to positively transform our clients’ businesses, placing them at the heart of culture to drive relevance and a growth advantage to their business and brand ambitions.

New WWE 2K Battlegrounds Trailer Talks Game Modes with Paul Heyman

WWE, 2K, and Saber Interactive tapped long time WWE manager, commentator, and director Paul Heyman to give players the first in-depth look at WWE 2K Battlegrounds’ game modes. The video production team had a little bit of fun with the video; writing, illustrating, and printing an actual hardcover story book for Heyman to read from.

WWE 2K Battlegrounds features five game modes.

Campaign mode is the game’s singleplayer mode. Players will choose one of seven new Superstars and work with Paul Heyman and Stone Cold Steve Austin to create a new brand for WWE and fill its roster with Superstars.

Exhibition mode is designed for quick pick up and play action for up to four players. The mode supports online and couch co-op play. Gamers can choose from a variety of classic match types like One-on-One, Triple Threat, and Tag Team matches.

King of the Battleground Mode pits eight players against each other to be the last person standing in the ring. Four players start in the ring and only earn points while in the ring. Each time a player is physically thrown out of the ring, a new player steps in.

Online Tournament Mode features time limited tournaments with a variety of game modifiers. The tournaments will offer prizes for participation.

Battleground Challenge Mode lets players create their very own WWE Superstar and climb the ladder in a series of fights.

WWE 2K Battlegrounds is set to launch on Switch, Stadia, PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on September 18