Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and NetherRealm Studios have revealed the first of three upcoming Mortal Kombat™ 11: Aftermath character skin packs that will be available as part of the recently released expansion. On Aug. 6, all Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath owners will have access to the Summer Heat Skin Pack featuring summer-themed character skins for Kitana dressed in seasonal Edenian attire as “Edenian Summer Kitana,” Baraka prepping his barbecue as “Off the Bone Baraka,” and Erron Black donning a red, white, and blue patriotic suit and top hat as “Fireworks Erron Black.”

Following the Summer Heat Skin Pack, next up will be the Klassic Femme Fatale Skin Pack coming on Aug. 25, and the All Hallows’ Eve Skin Pack on Oct. 8, which will be available for all Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath owners and include three new skins each. More information on the upcoming character skin packs will be announced at a later date.

The Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath expansion is available now, including the franchise-first story expansion, three new playable characters (Fujin, Sheeva and RoboCop), Summer Heat Skin Pack (avail. Aug. 6), Klassic Femme Fatale Skin Pack (avail. Aug. 25), All Hallows’ Eve Skin Pack (avail. Oct. 8), and “Thanks a Million” Johnny Cage character skin, all for $59.95 (SRP). Also available is the Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath + Kombat Pack Bundle for $69.95 (SRP).

New players can join the fight with the Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath Kollection, featuring all characters, story content and game modes in one ultimate package. This compilation includes Mortal Kombat 11 along with all content from Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath and the previously released Kombat Pack, containing six downloadable content (DLC) characters – Shang Tsung, Nightwolf, Sindel, Terminator T-800, The Joker and Spawn – plus 25 additional character skins. The Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath Kollection is available for $89.95 (SRP).

To learn more about Mortal Kombat 11, please visit www.mortalkombat.com or join the community conversation on Twitter (@MortalKombat), Instagram (@MortalKombat), Facebook (MortalKombat), Twitch (NetherRealm), YouTube (Mortal Kombat), Mixer (NetherRealm), Discord (MortalKombat) and Reddit (MortalKombat).

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Grounded Now Available on Xbox Game Preview with Xbox Game Pass and Steam Early Access

by Mikey Dowling, Director of Communications, Obsidian Entertainment

Life just got a little more interesting. Grounded, the new survival adventure game from Obsidian Entertainment, is now available on Xbox Game Preview with Xbox Game Pass and Steam Early Access!

We can’t wait for players to step into Grounded’s backyard. In fact, community is so important to us at Obsidian, that we specifically wanted to bring Grounded to Xbox Early Access so we could gather and implement your feedback early in the game development process and ultimately build a better game. This is the beginning of our journey together, and we will be adding content based on feedback from the community for everything from single-player story to new bugs and features. So once you’ve had a chance to play, please let us know what you think and any features you want added to the game!

In Grounded, players wake up in a suburban backyard after being mysteriously shrunken to the size of an ant. Guided by a robot named BURG.L, players must explore, build, and survive while confronting the dangers and perils that come with suddenly being insect sized. Play single-player or co-op with friends as Max, Pete, Willow, or Hoops, and be sure to watch out for those pesky spiders. Oh if you have Arachnophobia, we have you covered with our Arachnophobia Mode making them way less…spider-like. Read more here.

Grounded is now available on Xbox Game Preview with Xbox Game Pass and Steam Early Access for AUD$39.95.

Rocket Arena Season 1 Live Now

EA and Final Strike Games are launching Season 1 of Rocket Arena, loaded with all new free content and updates for players across PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC via Steam and Origin. With a new character, fresh maps, events, challenges and much more, Season 1 is sure to be a blast! 

Watch the Rocket Arena Season 1 trailer, featuring the new cat-loving scientific genius hero – Flux: 

Rocket Arena’s first season introduces:

• New Character: Flux is a child prodigy ranked at the top of her class at Propulsion Prep, Crater’s boarding school for geniuses. She’s excitable and effusive, focusing on gathering data and using it to her advantage.
• New Maps & Limited Time Events: Our Blast in Paradise Event starts August 12. Players can expect themed challenges, six new playlists, tropical cosmetics, unique earnable unlocks, along with two new maps that will be permanently added to the game. Explore the Lagoon of Doom, home to bottomless waterfalls and an endless amount of fog, or check out wrecked pirate ships with hidden treasure in Grand Harbor. The Runaway Megadon Event is coming in September, with more themed challenges, new playlists while you traverse through some of the ricketiest tracks in Crater in the new map Kayo Kanyon.
• Mythic Events: Season 1 will feature two Mythic Events, with each introducing a new Mythic Outfit, a skyline totem symbol, new playlists and fun background details on characters and locales.
• Ranked Play Season 1: All player’s Pre-Season Rank will reset at the beginning of Season 1 as there’s new variants of specific map and mode combinations. 
• Blast Pass: Season 1 Blast Pass will have both free and paid tiers allowing players to earn a wide variety of customization items and Rocket Fuel. In total there will be 117 total rewards including 33 unique outfits. 
• Lore Discord Channel: Join the conversation here to discover a slew of secrets about the world of Crater — concept art, lore, hidden rockets and more, with a chance to get a sneak peek at future content.
• And so much more including Pre-Season stats and new features in development
   

For full details on Rocket Arena’s explosive Season 1 content and to learn about new features in development, check out the blog post here .

Music, skateboarding and video game enthusiasts rejoice! Today, Activision unveiled the entire lineup of new music that fans can prepare to shred to when Tony Hawk’s™ Pro Skater™ 1 + 2 is available on Sept. 4. Ranging from old-school ‘90s rap and ska punk to international indie hits and up-and-coming artists, these 37 new tracks echo the diverse sounds of skateboarding. Couple that with the songs from the original games and this playlist just got huge!

In true skate-like-a-legend form, the big reveal was made via a virtual concert on Noisey’s YouTube channel. The digital event included performances by CHAII, Merkules, Machine Gun Kelly and Rough Francis, who are among the new musical talent to appear in the remastered game’s soundtrack.

And if you think this concert was just a soundtrack reveal on top of some killer sets, then you may be in for some awesome surprises, especially if you are amped for THPS skaters both new and returning.

In case you missed it, you can watch the event here:

Here’s the list of artists that are being added to the game’s soundtrack:

• A Tribe Called Quest
• A. Swayze & the Ghosts
• Alex Lahey
• All Talk
• American Nightmare
• Backchat
• Baker Boy
• Billy Talent
• Black Prez ft. Kid Something
• CHAII
• Charlie Brown Jr.
• Cherry Kola
• Chick Norris
• Craig Craig ft. Icy Black
• Crush Effect ft. KARRA
• Destroy Boys
• DZ Deathrays
• FIDLAR
• JunkBunny
• Less Than Jake
• Machine Gun Kelly
• Merkules
• MxPx
• Pkew Pkew Pkew
• Reel Big Fish
• Rough Francis
• Screaming Females
• Skepta
• Spilt Milk
• Strung Out
• Sublime
• Super Best Frens Club
• The Ataris
• Token
• Tyrone Briggs
• Viagra Boys
• Zebrahead

Original series artists:

• Anthrax
• Bad Religion
• Consumed
• Dead Kennedys
• Dub Pistols
• Even Rude
• Fu Manchu
• Goldfinger
• Lagwagon
• Millencolin
• Naughty by Nature
• Papa Roach
• Powerman 5000
• Primus
• Rage Against the Machine
• Speedealer
• Styles of Beyond
• Suicidal Tendencies
• Suicide Machines
• Swingin’ Utters
• The Ernies
• The Vandals

Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 will be available worldwide on September 4^th for the suggested retail price in the U.S. of $39.99. A digital deluxe version that includes unique content and in-game gear will be available for the suggested retail price in the U.S. of $49.99. For the ultimate fan, a collector’s edition will be available for the suggested retail price of $99.99 in the U.S., complete with the digital deluxe content and a limited-run Birdhouse deck. Information about Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 and 2 including local suggested retail pricingcan be found at www.tonyhawkthegame.com. 

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Magnetic Swaptop™ Card Game Shaka Shredders: Rivals Launches Q4 2020

Backers Can Enter a Giveaway Offering a High-Quality Gaming Table or PlayStation 5

DOWNEY, CA — July 28, 2020 — Shaka Shredders: Rivals™, the world’s first magnetic Swaptop™ card game from Sunslap Studios, launches a radical Kickstarter campaign today before hitting friendly local game shops later this year. 

Formed from an ancient meteor, the mysterious islands of Shakana harbor awesome animals who live for extreme sports championships. Whether carving concrete or weaving through ocean waves, Shakana’s residents team up to prove who can land the gnarliest tricks.

Assemble a team of 20 Shredders and crush the competition by winning over the crowd.

Shaka Shredders: Rivals introduces patented Swaptop™ cards that encourage physical character customization by way of magnetized card components. Each Swaptop™ card consists of a back (a Slate™ card), a top (Slab™ card), and a bottom (Slice™ card). Craft creative combos with cards capable of over 1,000 combinations. 

Swaptop™ cards withstand the elements through durable construction so protective sleeves remain optional. The crease-resistant, water-resistant cards work everywhere — play indoors, outdoors, at the skatepark, even in the pool.

Three types of cards round out each team: sick Tricks to score “CHEER” points, dazzling Assists to help out the team, and devious Disses to knock opponents down a peg. Swap characters and abilities whenever desired to enhance Trick series and keep competitors on their toes. Win the crowd’s favor by scoring 20 CHEER points before your opponent and let the bragging rights pile up.

At launch, two decks make their debut: the geeky skateboarding Tiki Tech Lasers and the school-skipping surfers known as The Grotto Goons. Led by a genius gorilla named

Dr. Kokonut and a bodybuilding crocodile called Shredzilla respectively, these bitter rivals duke it out every day to determine the ultimate champion. Despite this rivalry, players can mix and match cards from both decks to form their perfect dream team.

“In a time where it’s not easy to get out there and shred for real, Shakana’s rad animals invite you to their island,” said Gregory Paul, founder of Sunslap Studios. “We built the world of Shaka Shredders: Rivals to feel inviting, and we hope this can bring players some much-needed levity.”

Shaka Shredders: Rivals will be available in 2020. For more information and updates, please visit the official website and follow the game’s Instagram, Twitter and Facebook pages.

Backers can enter a giveaway offering a high-quality gaming table with a matching cover as one prize and a PlayStation 5 as another. Enter the contest by sharing and/or supporting the Kickstarter. Sunslap aims to raise $50,000 for Shaka Shredders: Rivals. The Kickstarter and contest officially come to a close August 27. 

Tiers include: $49 = one physical game copy for 2 players, $65 = exclusive online game content & one physical game copy for 2 players, $95 = access to exclusive online content & two copies of the physical game for 4 total players. For more information, please visit the Shaka Shredders: Rivals Kickstarter page.

About Sunslap Studios

Founded on a love of toys and invention, Sunslap Studios is a game company that aims to make each player a creator. A bond is formed between player and game when you are shaping your own experience. That’s what Swaptop cards are all about.

For more information on Sunslap Studios, please visit their official website and Instagram.

Wizard World’s Largest, Longest Running Show Moves Dates At Donald E. Stephens Convention Center; Ticket Purchasers Can Use On Rescheduled Date

ROSEMONT, Ill., July 28, 2020 – Wizard Entertainment, Inc. (OTCBB:WIZD) today announced that its Wizard World Chicago convention, originally scheduled for August 20-23 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, has been postponed due to the continuing COVID-19 pandemic. The revised dates for the 23rd annual event, Wizard World’s largest and longest running show, are June 24-27, 2021.

Fans who purchased general admission and/or VIP tickets for the original dates may use those for the rescheduled dates. Artists, exhibitors and others associated with the event can expect communication from Wizard Entertainment soon regarding the new dates.

Previously, Wizard World announced other entries on its early calendar of events taking place in 2021: New Orleans, January 8-10; Philadelphia, Jan. 15-17; Portland, January 29-31; Cleveland, February 26-28; and St. Louis, March 12-14.

Communities across North America have supported Wizard events for more than 20 years; Wizard Entertainment’s paramount concern is for everyone’s safety and well-being. Wizard Entertainment looks forward to continuing its pop culture conventions at a time deemed appropriate by public health and government officials, in consultation with other local authorities as necessary.

In an exciting initiative that has gained traction in its own right, Wizard Entertainment invites fans to participate in free daily Wizard World Virtual Experiences, in which celebrities from favorite TV shows, film franchises and more conduct group video Q&As, available on Twitch, Facebook and YouTube. Wizard Entertainment has conducted more than 75 of these sessions to date, which have been expanded to include artists, authors, cosplayers, trivia, karaoke and other elements of the Wizard World event experience. The schedule of upcoming sessions is available at www.wizardworldvirtual.com.

Wizard World 2021 Calendar, as of July 28, 2020:
· Jan. 8-10, New Orleans, Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
· Jan. 15-17, Philadelphia, Greater Philadelphia Expo Center
· Jan. 29-31, Portland, Oregon Convention Center
· Feb. 26-28, Cleveland, Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
· March 12-14, St. Louis, America’s Center
· June 24-27, Chicago, Donald E. Stephens Convention Center

About Wizard Entertainment, Inc. (OTCBB: WIZD)
Wizard Entertainment, Inc. (www.wizardworld.com) produces comic, gaming and pop culture conventions across North America that celebrate the best in pop culture: movies, television, gaming, live entertainment, tech, comics, sci-fi, graphic novels, toys, original art, collectibles, contests and more. A first-class lineup of topical programming and entertainment takes place at each event, with celebrity Q&A’s, comics-themed sessions, costume contests, movie screenings, evening parties and more. Wizard World Virtual Experiences powers a content-rich channel that provides fans with the opportunity to enjoy programming and to directly connect with celebrities via a variety of video platforms. Additional initiatives may soon include an augmented touring schedule of Wizard World shows, fixed-site installations, curated e-commerce, and the production and distribution of content both in the U.S. and internationally. Fans can interact with Wizard Entertainment at www.wizardworld.com and on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram and other social media services. Additionally, Wizard Entertainment owns a minority interest in Cinedigm’s ( NASDAQ:CIDM) ConTv.

The 2020-21 Wizard World convention schedule is available at: http://www.wizardworld.com/comiccon.

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New developer diary highlights how this upcoming arcade action game delivers what fans love about the genre while adding a few twists of its own

WARSAW, Poland — July 28, 2020 — Indie games studio Mass Creation has revealed that the side-scrolling arcade action game Shing! will launch on Aug. 28, 2020, for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation®4, as well as Windows PC, Mac and Linux via Steam. The developer has also released a new video diary outlining the game’s inspirations and creation.

To pull off a modern look and feel while staying true to classic beat ’em up style, the Shing! team worked to strike the best balance between complexity and accessibility. The result is a unique control style designed around the right analog stick, making it a breeze to pull off angled slices, counters, aerials and more in fast-paced combat. Your band of wisecracking warriors each have their own strengths, and you can swap between them in an instant in a rich 2D world brought to life with colorful 3D artwork.

For more info, visit http://shingthegame.com and the Shing! Discord: https://discord.gg/masscreation.

About Mass Creation

Based in Poland, Mass Creation is an independent game development studio known for creating titles like CorridorZ, Draw Slasher, Run Like Hell! and the upcoming side-scrolling beat ’em ‘up Shing! The team is made up of passionate industry professionals making high-quality, action-packed gaming experiences.

The Skateboarding Genre is Reinvented with Skater XL’s Physics-Based Controls, Iconic Skate Spots, Real Pros and Community Driven Design

LOS ANGELES, CA – JULY 28, 2020 – Easy Day Studios has announced today that Skater XL, the next big evolution of the skateboarding video game genre, is now available on PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Steam. With 100% physics-based controls and a passionate skate community subculture, Skater XL is the first authentic skateboarding title to come out on major platforms in more than ten years. Skater XL breaks the mold with ground-breaking responsive controls that deliver complete freedom of skating expression and creativity.

Dive into skateboarding paradise with levels that feature famous skate landmarks and environmental elements, including Downtown LA, the ginormous Big Ramp, Easy Day High, and community created maps like Grant Park, Hudland and Streets. Play as skateboarding pros Tiago Lemos, Evan Smith, Tom Asta and Brandon Westgate, or customize and create your own skateboarding legend with gear from more than 30 real skate brands. Explore hundreds of PC mods, maps, digital skate zines, personal highlight replays and more from the Skater XL community that celebrates this new era of digital skateboarding.

“Our goal was to evolve the genre and capture the fun and self expression of skateboarding more than any previous game. This started by assigning complete foot control and physics to each thumbstick instead of letting pre-made canned animations do the work,” states Dain Hedgpeth, Co-Founder and Director of Easy Day Studios. “Today’s launch is the culmination of years of heads down development working directly with our community, they’ve been part of it all including map design, new control mechanics and even the game’s promotion.”

Skater XL features include:

• Freedom Of Expression – Skater XL’s physics-based controls don’t have any pre-programmed tricks – only the movement through the thumbsticks. Each thumbstick is connected to the corresponding foot of the skater and as the player moves the stick, the board instantly responds. Much like a musical instrument, the player has complete freedom, whether it be pushing to nail a line or skating free from.
• Real Life Iconic Locations – Skater XL levels are all inspired real-world skate areas and designed to ensure a constant flow of skate lines. From the DTLA Map with skateboarding landmarks around the Staples Center and LA Convention Center, to Easy Day High School’s sprawling campus of iconic skate spots like the Wallenberg Big 4 and the ‘Leap of Faith’, to the humongous ‘Big Ramp,’ where skaters can soar higher than a hawk.
• Play As Real-Life Skate Pros – Select from renowned pros Tiago Lemos, Brandon Westgate, Evan Smith, and Tom Asta, all with their own distinct gear that fits their style.
• Customizable Characters – The possibilities are endless to personalize the Skater XL experience. Players can customize their entire look, including their skater’s gear with different tees, hoodies, hats and shoes from over 30 of the most recognized skate brands like Vans, Santa Cruz, DC Shoes, Independent, Lakai and many more.
• Thriving Community – Dive into a passionate community with more than 100,000 members in Discord (the biggest Discord in the World for reference is Fortnite at 500k, amazing given that Skater XL is still in Early Access!) who create online zines, video parts, fakeskate brands, and hundreds of mods. Players can become part of a bigger ecosystem and join the digital skateboarding subculture where they can share their creativity on the newly launched Skater XL modding hub, Skaterxl.mod.io.
• Legit Soundtrack – Modest Mouse, Getter, Interpol, Animal Collective and Band Of Horses headline the distinctive music that blends well with the Skater XL’s West Coast vibe and fluid physics-based control mechanics.

Skater XL is now available for $39.99 USD on PS4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam, and at brick and mortar retailers for PS4 and Xbox One. The Nintendo Switch will be released later this year. For the latest news and updates on Skater XL, follow the game on Instagram and Twitter, “Like” us on Facebook, and visit the official website, SkaterXL.com.  

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ABOUT EASY DAY STUDIOS
Founded in 2018 by Skater App creator and physicist Dain Hedgpeth, Jon West, former sponsored skateboarder turned game developer, and Jeff Goforth, industry veteran of 19 years and former head of skateboarding at DC Shoes, Easy Day Studios is the leader in action sports video game creation. Easy Day Studios is fully self funded and 100% committed to the shared vision of reviving and evolving skateboarding games into what every fan has been hoping for since the birth of the genre. With decades of experience, the team is comprised of video game development and skateboarding veterans. Since Early Access launch in December 2018 and the rapid growth of the Skater XL modding community, Easy Day has also hired two former modders and continues to work directly with this community.

CLIMB THE RANKS IN MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM EXTREME VS. MAXIBOOST ON SINGLE PLAYER MODE 

Take on Bosses Solo When the Combat Title Launches for the PlayStation 4 on July 30

Leading anime video game developer and publisher BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. announced today that a new single player mode will be available for MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM EXTREME VS. MAXIBOOST ON when it officially launches in the Americas for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system on July 30. The mode will feature unlockable missions that players can take on and powerful bosses to compete against. This new single player content is in addition to the online mode that allows users to battle with competing pilots all over the world.

MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM EXTREME VS. MAXIBOOST ON takes players into the iconic GUNDAM  universe with 2-on-2 and  single player combat featuring over 185 playable units from 36 different GUNDAM iterations. The Mobile Suits in MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM EXTREME VS. MAXIBOOST ON span the entire breadth of the franchise’s history, each with its unique abilities designed to match any fan’s personal playstyle. Players can choose from three different EX Burst Systems—Fighting Burst, Extend Burst, and Shooting Burst—to coordinate with allies and lay waste to all that stand (or fly) in their way.

For more information about MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM EXTREME VS. MAXIBOOST ON or other titles from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., please visit; https://www.bandainamcoent.com, follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS, or join the conversation on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoUS

All-new digital event goes live on July 30; sees developers collaborating and co-promoting upcoming releases

Tuesday 28th July 2020, Beijing, China — 24 Entertainment | The developers behind upcoming title NARAKA BLADEPOINT, today announced the upcoming digital conference F5, which will take place on July 30. 

To watch the show live, click the link here: https://www.f5gamesshow.com/#/ 

Working in collaboration with games developers from across the world, F5 aims to bridge the gap between East and West, showcasing the best of both markets. The event will offer early insight for Western media into some truly groundbreaking titles and the studios behind them.

The conference which takes place on Thursday July 30 — at 0430 (New York), 1230 (London) and 1930 (Beijing) — will see 24 Entertainment host prestigious developers such as Cube Game, Devolver Digital, FYOD-Studio, Indie Nova, Leiting Games, Pathea, Tap, Thinking Stars and Zodiac Interactive; in a collective effort to drive player awareness across the world. Featuring over 30 individual titles, F5 will bear witness to exclusive reveals and never-before-seen footage — and will include news about Anno Mutationem, Bright Memory, Hardcore Mecha, Taiwo’s Scroll, Pascal’s Wager and many more.