Mad Catz Ship New Range of F.R.E.Q. Gaming Headsets Delivering Professional Grade Gaming Audio 

Gaming Headsets Engineered from The Ground-Up to Provide Maximum Comfort and Immersion

Kowloon, Hong Kong – April 21, 2020 – Mad Catz Global Limited, the leading innovators in gaming hardware, is excited to announce that their new range of F.R.E.Q.2 and F.R.E.Q.4 gaming headsets are now shipping worldwide.

The F.R.E.Q.2 and F.R.E.Q.4 are engineered to provide professional grade sound quality and unparalleled comfort, giving gamers an immersive audio experience like no other. The launch of the new headsets, marks to the first step in a plan to integrate the signature Mad Catz design across a broad range of best-in-class gaming audio solutions, designed to support the continued growth of the gaming audio category.

Powered-up for a new generation of gaming, the F.R.E.Q.2 is designed for comfort and tuned for gaming. Whether a competitive gamer looking to break into the esports scene or an everyday player, the F.R.E.Q. 2 has been engineered with gamer in mind. Individually tuned 40mm Neodymium Drivers unearth every audio detail providing a next-in-class soundstage, allowing you to pinpoint team-mates and enemy movements with ease. With a simple 3.5mm connection, the F.R.E.Q.2 is compatible with a range of formats including PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox One as well as mobile and smart devices.

For those wishing to take their game audio to the next level, the F.R.E.Q.4 is the ideal headset of choice. Complete with virtual 7.1 surround-sound, the F.R.E.Q.4 delivers an even grander audio soundscape, with the premium, super-sized 50mm Neodymium Drivers providing incredible fidelity. Perfect for competitive gaming, the F.R.E.Q.4 features an environment noise-cancelling mic for crystal-clear audio without any background noise, ensuring focused communication between the player and their teammates. In addition, specially designed Mad Catz software (Free to download) allows gamers to configure audio levels such as mic volume, surround-sound, and audio sampling rate, as well as program the Chameleon RGB lighting, bathing the gaming environment in color and guaranteed to turn heads!

Both F.R.E.Q.2 and F.R.E.Q.4 come with polyurethane memory foam ear cups which provide exceptional comfort for long-term gameplay. The suspension headband fits seamlessly onto any head, automatically adjusting for size, while the fully retractable microphone can be concealed perfectly in the body of the headset for fuss-free audio. The F.R.E.Q. series delivers everything a gamer could need on the battlefield.

F.R.E.Q.2 and F.R.E.Q.4 are available beginning end of Q1, 2020. Availability of the headsets may vary by region. For more on availability and pricing in each territory, please contact Mad Catz social media or PR contacts below.

Additional information available at:
F.R.E.Q.2 Product Page: https://www.madcatz.com/F.R.E.Q24/FREQ2.html
F.R.E.Q.4 Product Page: https://www.madcatz.com/F.R.E.Q24/FREQ4.html

About Mad Catz

Mad Catz®, the legendary gaming hardware brand, has been leading innovation in gaming hardware for three decades. In 2018, Mad Catz announced a surprise return to the international gaming scene, with a dedication to focus first on quality, committed to producing unique gaming hardware, designed and engineered in-house to stand out amongst the competition and deliver superlative performance for gamers of all abilities. Mad Catz design products for gaming across multiple platforms including Windows® PC and Mac® computers, in-home gaming consoles, handheld gaming consoles, smart phones, tablets and other mobile devices. Headquartered in Kowloon, Hong Kong, Mad Catz Global Limited is the brand owner of Mad Catz and has its branches in Taiwan and China. Mad Catz promotes its brand across five continents and distributes its products around the globe.

For additional information about Mad Catz and its products, please visit: www.madcatz.com. You can also find more online through Mad Catz’ Twitter, and Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Mad Catz, the Mad Catz logo and F.R.E.Q., are trademarks or registered trademarks of Mad Catz Global Limited. All other company and product names may be trademarks of their respective owners.

PONG Quest™ — a Charmingly Fun Roleplaying Game Based on the Iconic Atari® Franchise is Available Now for Windows PC via Steam

You Might Be Stuck Inside, But These PONG® Paddles Aren’t — Explore PONG World in a New Classically-inspired Dungeon Crawler 

NEW YORK, NY (APRIL 21, 2020) – Atari® — One of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and interactive entertainment producers — and developer Chequered Ink, announced today the Windows PC launch of PONG Quest™, a new RPG adventure game inspired by the flagship arcade classic. Available now on Steam with a limited-time 20% discount, and soon to launch on consoles, PONG Quest takes players on a one-of-a-kind yet perfectly nostalgic PONG®-inspired roleplaying adventure featuring immersive customization options, dozens of specialized power-ups, and pong paddle-fueled multiplayer action. 

Download PONG Quest on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1177030/PONG_Quest

It’s PONG like you’ve never imagined! Immerse yourself in a whole new world of PONG-inspired fun where you’ll adventure as a brave young paddle traversing a variety of treacherous dungeons, all loosely based on classic Atari hits, including Asteroids®, Centipede®, and more. Your journey will dictate the fate of PONG World as you reveal the mysteries of…the Spooky Door!     

“Since the announcement, the response to PONG Quest has been immensely positive,” said Atari COO Jean-Marcel Nicolai. “This twist on the seminal classic is for both lifelong Atari fans familiar with the original and a new generation of players that will enjoy the surprisingly dynamic gameplay. We’re excited to get this title into the hands of players who are up to the challenge of saving PONG World!”

Watch the PONG Quest official trailer here: 

In PONG Quest, you’ll explore a fantasy world as you encounter a variety of paddle opponents in energetic, RPG-esque battles! Special unlockable PONG balls add new depths and strategy to the classic gameplay putting a fresh and modern spin on the original. 

Classic, competitive, and online battle modes round out the fun, complementing a fantastical story-mode — it’s PONG like you’ve never seen it before, but everything you love about it! 

Additional Key Features Include: 

• Paddle Customization: Design and personalize your own Paddle avatar with fun clothing, accessories, and more.
   
• Powerups Galore: Over 50 specialized PONG balls, each with their own unique attributes, grant players the ability to make their bounce-backs fiercer than ever.
   
• PONG for All: Engage in multiplayer mayhem with up to three other players, each with the ability to use specialized PONG balls, creating unpredictable twists and immeasurable fun.

PONG-ready players can paddle their way into the fun of PONG Quest right now on Windows PC via Steam with a limited-time 20% discount off of the regular price of $14.99 USD. PONG Quest will launch on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4, and Xbox One later this spring. 
 
To stay up-to-date on all things Atari and retro-pop-culture, follow on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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. 

About Chequered Ink

Chequered Ink is a game design duo based in Bath, UK. The Chequered Ink team operates at the boundaries of common sense, experimenting with weird and wonderful game mechanics. Hundreds of thousands of gamers are playing Chequered Ink titles on PCs, consoles and mobile devices. Popular titles include Maddening Euphoria, Spellworm and Gyro Boss. Visit us online at https://chequered.ink.

A night of ‘might have beens’ for quick Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN racers in China

Hinwil, 21 April 2020 – It was a night of missed opportunities as the Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN team saw two positive results slip through their fingers at the Chinese Virtual Grand Prix. Antonio Giovinazzi was victim of technical issues – a disconnection from the race – when running in a solid P8, while Pro racer Daniel Bereznay missed out on a podium finish in the closing stages of the Pro Exhibition race after suffering from damage with mere laps to go.

In what proved to be an exciting night of racing, Antonio and teammate, Juan Manuel Correa, flew the flag for the team against an increasingly competitive line-up of drivers. Antonio made a good getaway from the grid, running in the top ten for the majority of the race. Unfortunately, with just six laps to go and after having repelled the attacks of F3 racer Liam Lawson on a number of occasions, it was a network glitch that finally had the best of the man in car #99. Juan Manuel, on his debut in the Virtual Grand Prix series and in one of his first appearances on the official Formula One game, was a creditable P14 after executing an alternative strategy and coming on top of an exciting battle with Real Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois.

Earlier in the evening, in the F1 Esports Pro Exhibition race, Daniel Bereznay and James Baldwin put in a good performance for the team: the Hungarian spent most of the race in a podium position, eventually crossing the line in P5 after coming out worse in a battle with rivals; while Baldwin, hampered by a qualifying that left him only 12th on the grid, was unable to show all his pace and finished in P13.

Antonio Giovinazzi: “It’s a shame to end a race like this, through no fault of our own. It had been a good race up to that point, with a good start and first lap and a few exciting battles until the disconnection.”

Juan Manuel Correa: “it was great fun to compete against such a great field and I am happy about my race. I didn’t get a great qualifying – I still need to work on my one-lap pace in the game as there’s quite a few settings to master for it. I had a really good start, I was up to P9, and then I decided to go on a long strategy, staying out for 13 laps. This choice got me all the way up to P5, but then I boxed and came out in 15th. I chased Thibaut [Courtois] for the rest of the race: he was tough to follow as he had great pace, but I eventually managed to pass him. We fought for position until the end.”

Daniel Bereznay: “P5 is a solid result, I am happy with it in this very strong field. I was up in P3 for most of the race, but then I got some front wing damage in a hard but fair battle with [Williams driver Alvaro] Carreton and dropped to fifth. Brendon Leigh and Frede Rasmussen were just faster this time so well done to them, hopefully the next track will play more to my characteristics.”

James Baldwin: “The racing was tricky, especially with the changing conditions in qualifying. Ultimately, the grid was very close but starting in P12 is a real handicap at this level. I felt my pace was fairly good, but the race just didn’t go my way. It is definitely time to make F1 my one and only focus within Esports if I am to be at the front.”

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 over 45 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.

Kingston Technology Leads Channel SSD Shipments in 2019 Strong Business Position Continues into 2020

Taipei – April 21, 2020 – Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced its SSD business continues to grow at a strong rate following an astounding 2019. SSD demand through Q1 2020 remained high due to continued growth in the client, enterprise and OEM sectors. Since 2019, Kingston has broadened its SSD portfolio with three new client SSDs, five data center-specific drives ― two of which achieved VMware Ready^™ status ― and launched its first U.2 NVMe PCIe solution.

Market share data for 2019 from analyst research companies Forward Insights and TRENDFOCUS showed Kingston in a strong leadership position. Forward Insights ranked Kingston in first place in worldwide channel SSD shipments with 18.3 percent market share, ahead of semiconductor manufacturers Western Digital and Samsung (16.5 percent and 15.1 percent, respectively). According to Forward Insights, almost 120 million SSDs were shipped in the channel in 2019.

“Demand in the channel remained very high as overall shipments increased 36 percent from 2018,” said Gregory Wong, president and principal analyst, Forward Insights. “Kingston’s competitive product portfolio and extensive distribution enabled it to outgrow the market by a factor of two.”

TRENDFOCUS placed Kingston as the third-largest supplier of SSDs globally, with 10.4 percent market share, behind Samsung and Western Digital. In 2019, TRENDFOCUS reported that 276 million SSDs were shipped worldwide, an increase of 36 percent year over year. NAND consumption remained high as SSD shipments continued to surge in both units and average capacities throughout the year.

“Favorable pricing for a good portion of 2019 helped drive demand in the client space, enabling increased SSD-attach rates from the OEMs,” said Don Jeanette, vice president, TRENDFOCUS. “Moving forward through the rest of 2020, SSD-attach rates in PCs will remain strong, with continued strong demand for SATA SSD in various data center deployments, as well as continued increases with Hyperscale buildouts for PCIe.”

“The 2019 research findings from both analyst firms validate Kingston’s growing presence and position in the SSD market,” said Kingston. “We continue to solidify our presence in the client space with strong SATA offerings as well as distinct NVMe solutions optimized for notebooks and desktops. In addition to the growth in OEM and partner manufacturing, we are proud to deliver several new enterprise solutions with predictable performance and greater dependability for a variety of applications and host environments.”

For more information visit kingston.com.

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About Kingston Technology

Kingston Technology is a world leader in memory products and technology solutions. Through its global network of subsidiaries, affiliates and manufacturing facilities, Kingston designs, manufactures, tests and distributes DRAM, Flash and Embedded memory solutions as well as peripheral products via its HyperX gaming brand. Kingston has sales offices and representatives worldwide including in the United States, Canada, China, Europe, Eastern Europe, India, Latin America, Russia and Taiwan. For more information, please visit www.kingston.com.

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Cyberpunk 2077 meets Xbox One X in custom console!

CD PROJEKT RED announces the upcoming release of limited-edition, Cyberpunk 2077-inspired Xbox One X console.

Created in collaboration between designers from CD PROJEKT RED and Microsoft, the limited-edition, 1TB console encapsulates the urban decay and vibrant tech of Night City. Its design features glow-in-the-dark elements, custom decorative panels, LEDs, color-shift effects, and textures — all evoking numerous facets of Cyberpunk 2077’s dark future setting. The console comes with an Xbox wireless controller uniquely inspired by the character of Johnny Silverhand, featuring a half natural, half cyber-enhancement chrome design. Available as part of the bundle later this year, the controller can also be purchased separately right now at select retailers, including the Microsoft Store.

Bundled alongside the console and controller will be an Xbox One digital download code for Cyberpunk 2077 and other surprises that will be announced soon. Additional details regarding the bundle and controller are available on the dedicated website.

Cyberpunk 2077 will release September 17th, 2020, for PC, Xbox One and PlayStation 4, with the version for Google Stadia set to launch the same year. For more information regarding the game, follow Facebook, Twitter, and visit cyberpunk.net.

About Cyberpunk 2077

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

About CD PROJEKT RED

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

The Apex Legends Global Series Has Shown Strong Growth since Launch in January, Highlighted Most Recently By its Online Tournaments

SYDNEY, Australia – April 20, 2020 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Respawn Entertainment announced that the Finals of the Apex Legends Global Series Online Tournaments (OT) #5 and #6, are both moving up one day earlier. The tournaments will now be held May 2-3 and May 30-31 respectively, in order to better fit competitors’ schedules and those able to watch online. The next event, OT #4, will occur as planned on Sunday, April 19 and end on Tuesday, April 21 AEST, with the competition being broadcast on the Apex Legends Twitch and YouTube channels.

The Apex Legends Global Series has seen significant tournament viewership growth, tripling reported Average Minute Audience (on Twitch and YouTube) from OT #2 to OT #3 in just 14 days. This was accomplished through EA and Respawn’s ability to quickly pivot, host multiple remote online tournaments and optimize their broadcast for cloud-based production, connecting players and viewers through play and action-packed entertainment.

“We’re always seeking to better serve our players and fans, and that has never been more true than it is today,” said John Nelson, Competitive Gaming Division Commissioner on Apex Legends. “We wanted to give our community the opportunity to continue to play more Apex Legends and get competitions back up and running as soon as possible while ensuring the safety of all players, viewers and staff. The early response has been outstanding, and we’re looking forward to bringing great entertainment to even more fans with our upcoming tournaments.”
 
Committed to continuing the Apex Legends Global Series while everyone is safe at home, EA created a cloud-based broadcast production capability – operated 100 percent remotely – to deliver high-quality competitive experiences online. EA was the first company to use this new cloud-based technology for an online broadcast when the Finals for OT #2 were aired back on March 23. This successful roll-out helped lead to the addition of three more Online Tournaments. OT#3 took place April 5 & 7 and offered Apex Legends Global Series points to those fighting their way up the leaderboard and $100K in prizes, a trend that will continue through the end of May.

Online tournaments are averaging more than 600 teams. Among the favorites in OT #4 are recently dethroned, 5x-champions TSM as well as top contenders Complexity, Team Liquid, Rogue, Luminosity Gaming, Gambit Esports, Natus Vincere, Virtus.pro, and North. Large scale Apex Legends Online Tournaments are just one of the many ways EA is bringing a positive impact to people’s lives through its Stay Home. Play Together. initiative.

The Finals of the upcoming OT#4 in Europe and North America will be streamed live on the Apex Legends Twitch and YouTube channels on April 21. Notable teams with large scale, personal fan-followings can watch their favorites compete throughout the entire tournament, while other influencers can leverage the feed to provide their own personal commentary atop the broadcast.

To learn more about the Apex Legends Global Series and online tournaments, visit here.

Winner of the best multiplayer game awards of 2019 from BAFTA and The Game Awards, Apex Legends is a free-to-play battle-royale game built for competition. The game delivers a squad-based Battle Royale experience where players select from one of 12 Legends – each with their own unique abilities and playstyles – and the last team standing wins. Combatants can choose from unique characters like Bloodhound, the tracker who can see recent enemy activity on the map, or Lifeline, a battlefield medic who can shield teammates and bring them back from the brink of death. Balanced squads and teamwork are critical, as each Legend is easy to pick up and learn, but challenging to master.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers.
 
In fiscal year 2019, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.95 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS™ FIFA, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, Madden NFL, Need for Speed™, Titanfall™ and Plants vs. Zombies™. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.
 
EA SPORTS, Battlefield, Apex Legends, The Sims, Need for Speed, Titanfall and Plants vs. Zombies are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. FIFA is property of its respective owners and used with permission.

EA AND RESPAWN REVEAL NEW DATES IN THE APEX LEGENDS GLOBAL SERIES FOR ONLINE TOURNAMENTS #5 AND #6, WITH ONLINE TOURNAMENT #4 CONTINUING APRIL 18 AND 20

The Apex Legends Global Series Has Shown Strong Growth since Launch in January, Highlighted Most Recently By its Online Tournaments

REDWOOD CITY, Calif – April 17, 2020 – Today, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and Respawn Entertainment announced that the Finals of the Apex Legends Global Series Online Tournaments (OT) #5 and #6, are both moving up one day earlier. The tournaments will now be held May 2-3 and May 30-31 respectively, in order to better fit competitors’ schedules and those able to watch online. The next event, OT #4, will occur as planned this Saturday, April 18 and end on Monday, April 20, with the competition being broadcast on the Apex Legends Twitch and YouTube channels.

The Apex Legends Global Series has seen significant tournament viewership growth, tripling reported Average Minute Audience (on Twitch and YouTube) from OT #2 to OT #3 in just 14 days. This was accomplished through EA and Respawn’s ability to quickly pivot, host multiple remote online tournaments and optimize their broadcast for cloud-based production, connecting players and viewers through play and action-packed entertainment.

“We’re always seeking to better serve our players and fans, and that has never been more true than it is today,” said John Nelson, Competitive Gaming Division Commissioner on Apex Legends. “We wanted to give our community the opportunity to continue to play more Apex Legends and get competitions back up and running as soon as possible while ensuring the safety of all players, viewers and staff. The early response has been outstanding, and we’re looking forward to bringing great entertainment to even more fans with our upcoming tournaments.”

Committed to continuing the Apex Legends Global Series while everyone is safe at home, EA created a cloud-based broadcast production capability – operated 100 percent remotely – to deliver high-quality competitive experiences online. EA was the first company to use this new cloud-based technology for an online broadcast when the Finals for OT #2 were aired back on March 23. This successful roll-out helped lead to the addition of three more Online Tournaments. OT#3 took place April 4 & 6 and offered Apex Legends Global Series points to those fighting their way up the leaderboard and $100K in prizes, a trend that will continue through the end of May.

Online tournaments are averaging more than 600 teams. Among the favorites in OT #4 are recently dethroned, 5x-champions TSM as well as top contenders Complexity, Team Liquid, Rogue, Luminosity Gaming, Gambit Esports, Natus Vincere, Virtus.pro, and North. Large scale Apex Legends Online Tournaments are just one of the many ways EA is bringing a positive impact to people’s lives through its Stay Home. Play Together. initiative.

The Finals of the upcoming OT#4 in Europe and North America will be streamed live on the Apex Legends Twitch and YouTube channels on April 20. Notable teams with large scale, personal fan-followings can watch their favorites compete throughout the entire tournament, while other influencers can leverage the feed to provide their own personal commentary atop the broadcast.

To learn more about the Apex Legends Global Series and online tournaments, visit here.

Winner of the best multiplayer game awards of 2019 from BAFTA and The Game Awards, Apex Legends is a free-to-play battle-royale game built for competition. The game delivers a squad-based Battle Royale experience where players select from one of 12 Legends – each with their own unique abilities and playstyles – and the last team standing wins. Combatants can choose from unique characters like Bloodhound, the tracker who can see recent enemy activity on the map, or Lifeline, a battlefield medic who can shield teammates and bring them back from the brink of death. Balanced squads and teamwork are critical, as each Legend is easy to pick up and learn, but challenging to master.

About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers.

In fiscal year 2019, EA posted GAAP net revenue of $4.95 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS™ FIFA, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, Madden NFL, Need for Speed™, Titanfall™ and Plants vs. Zombies™. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.

EA SPORTS, Battlefield, Apex Legends, The Sims, Need for Speed, Titanfall and Plants vs. Zombies are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. FIFA is property of its respective owners and used with permission.

KINGDOM TWO CROWNS: DEAD LANDS, A BLOODSTAINED CROSSOVER EVENT, COMING APRIL 28 TO PC, CONSOLES & MOBILE

Free update featuring characters from 505 Games & Koji Igarashi’s Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night coming with Kingdom Two Crowns’ debut on iOS, Android

STOCKHOLM — April 17, 2020 — Raw Fury has revealed Kingdom Two Crowns: Dead Lands, a free new update for the hit micro-strategy game featuring content inspired by and in collaboration with the gothic horror action-RPG Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night. A dark and completely new setting that will change how you rule your Kingdom, Dead Lands will be available on April 28 on Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation®4, and PC via Steam, as well as with the long-awaited launch of Kingdom Two Crowns on iOS and Android that same day.

For the first time ever, Kingdom players will not only be able to change their mounts as they explore and expand their realm, they’ll also be able to switch between four new monarchs, each with a uniquely powerful trait. These four new playable characters come directly from Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, including Shardbinder Miriam and three unlockables — the demon hunter Zangetsu, summoner Gebel and alchemist Alfred. Fans of both series will find other surprises waiting for them in Dead Lands, too!

The mobile edition of Kingdom Two Crowns will launch simultaneously with the Dead Lands update on April 28 and includes special customized co-op modes, tailored touch controls, and support for wireless gamepad controllers on Android 10 and iOS 13 and up. It is available to pre-order on the App Store and pre-register via Google Play.

Published globally by 505 Games, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night was created by legendary game developer Koji “IGA” Igarashi and his studio ArtPlay. The cover illustration for Kingdom Two Crowns: Dead Lands, with Miriam riding the mythic demon horse Gamigin, is drawn by ArtPlay’s Mana Ikeda, who created the original package illustration for Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night.

Kingdom Two Crowns is published by Raw Fury. It is developed by Fury Studios, Coatsink and director/designer Gordon Van Dyke. For more information, visit kingdomthegame.com.

About Raw Fury

Raw Fury is a boutique indie (un)publisher founded in 2015 by Jonas Antonsson, Gordon Van Dyke and David Martinez. We don’t care about genres or mechanics. We care about experiences and emotions. We want to help developers make magic. https://rawfury.com

About 505 Games

505 Games, a subsidiary of the Italian entertainment company Digital Bros., is a global video game publisher focused on offering a broad selection of titles for players of all ages and skill levels. The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on leading console, PC (Steam and GOG) and handheld platforms as well as for mobile devices and social networks.

Publishing highlights in premium games include Remedy Entertainment’s critically acclaimed Control, Typhoon Studios’ comedic action-exploration game Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, Indivisible, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Brothers – A Tale of Two Sons, Last Day of June, PAYDAY 2, Terraria, Portal Knights, ABZÛ and Virginia. Free-to-play publishing highlights include Battle Islands, Gems of War and Hawken. Distribution highlights include No Man’s Sky, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Warhammer: Vermintide 2, Dead by Daylight and Inside/Limbo. Upcoming titles include Hideo Kojima’s DEATH STRANDING for PC.

505 Games has offices in California, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, China and Japan. The company works with a network of distribution and sub-licensing partners in all other markets.  For more information on 505 Games and its products, please visit 505games.com.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is developed by ArtPlay, Inc. and published by 505 Games, S.p.A.

‘505 Games’, “ArtPlay, Inc.” logos are the trademarks and/or registered trademarks of 505 Games S.p.A. and ArtPlay, Inc. All rights reserved.