Merciless Action RPG Dark Devotion to Combat Heresy on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PC in Early 2019
New Video
Introduces Deadly Templars, Beasts Which Will Help Players Repent in Q1 2019
PARIS – January
8, 2019 – Publisher The Arcade Crew and developer Hibernian
Workshop today announce that Dark Devotion, the sidescrolling action RPG
depicting a society’s commitment to a macabre religion, will test the
dedication of Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and PC owners at launch early this
year. Dark Devotion has received positive praise in previews, receiving several
nods from PAX East 2018, Gamescom and Bitsummit for impressive showing in early
preview rounds.
Today’s platform reveal is paired with a new gameplay clip detailing a few of the pivotal battles awaiting those brave enough to prove their faith in Dark Devotion’s unforgiving temple. These fights demand flawless reflexes, keen intuition, and an unwavering determination to persevere over an army of godlike adversaries. Only by overcoming these peerless, horrifying warriors can true allegiance to Dark Devotion’s divine designer be proven, a feat well worth unending anguish to the faithful.
Dark Devotion encourages adventurers to explore and
experiment with caution; traps and
ghoulish enemies stand ready to
punish a careless pace, and favoring the wrong weapon could bring a staunch
disadvantage in its style of weighty, calculated combat.
The game’s atmospheric world draws
inspiration from French gothic architecture and the works of H.P. Lovecraft and
Edgar Allen Poe, informing its labyrinth of foreboding chambers with a distinct
sense of dread and danger. Meticulously crafted pixel art brings every
encountered horror to life, lending a sense of beauty to Dark Devotion’s grim
world despite it being plagued with suffering.
About Hibernian Workshop Hibernian Workshop is an indie game studio based in France. For more information please hit up https://www.darkdevotion.fr/ or follow us on Twitter @HibernianWS.
About the Arcade Crew The Arcade Crew is based in Paris as a separate division of Dotemu. The boutique publisher is dedicated to producing and publishing awesome original games with a retro feel from small creative teams. The Crew is thrilled to discover and support new talents and create a real community around classic inspired titles. Get in touch with us at https://www.thearcadecrew.com/ and follow us on Twitter @thearcadecrew
METRO EXODUS STORY TRAILER TAKES
ARTYOM AND HIS CREW OF SPARTANS
ON A JOURNEY BEYOND THE TUNNELS
OF MOSCOW
Pre-Order the Official Xbox One X Metro Saga Bundle Today, including All Three Metro Games
MOSCOW
– Jan. 8, 2019 – Begin
the journey beyond with Deep Silver and 4A Games’ reveal of the Metro Exodus
Story Trailer. This trailer will take you from the frozen Winter streets of
Moscow to the scorched Summer sands of the Caspian desert. The Metro Exodus
Story Trailer features a cast of new characters and provides a first look at
some of the locations Artyom’s band of Spartans will visit on their journey
across post-apocalyptic Russia.
Deep
Silver and Microsoft are also thrilled to announce the Xbox One X Metro Saga
Bundle, which is now available to pre-order. This epic bundle contains a 1TB
Xbox One X Console and all three Metro games; Metro 2033 Redux, Metro: Last
Light Redux and the upcoming Metro Exodus. For newcomers to the series, it’s
the perfect way to jump into this immersive franchise from the beginning.
Narrated
from the perspective of Anna, Artyom’s wife and the Spartan Order’s top sniper,
the Metro Exodus Story Trailer explores the hostile world which awaits the crew
of the Aurora as they flee the ruins of Moscow and embark on an expansive
year-long journey into the unknown. Artyom always believed that there was life
beyond the Metro stations of Moscow – Metro Exodus sees these hopes and dreams
put to the ultimate test in the crucible of the Russian wastelands.
Featuring an original score from series composer Alexey Omelchuk, the Metro Exodus Story Trailer is just the first in a series of upcoming gameplay reveals leading toward the release of Metro Exodus on Feb. 15 for Xbox One, the all-in one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation® 4 computer entertainment system, and PC.Watch the Story Trailer here:
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first to hear about the latest Metro Exodus news by registering at
MetroTheGame.com, following us on Twitter and Instagram @MetroVideoGame or on
Facebook at Facebook.com/MetroVideoGame.
# # #
MORE
ABOUT METRO EXODUS
The year
is 2036.
A
quarter-century after nuclear war devastated the earth, a few thousand
survivors still cling to existence beneath the ruins of Moscow, in the tunnels
of the Metro.
They
have struggled against the poisoned elements, fought mutated beasts and
paranormal horrors, and suffered the flames of civil war.
But now,
as Artyom, you must flee the Metro and lead a band of Spartan Rangers on an
incredible, continent-spanning journey across post-apocalyptic Russia in search
of a new life in the East.
Metro
Exodus is an epic, story-driven first person shooter from 4A Games that blends
deadly combat and stealth with exploration and survival horror in one of the
most immersive game worlds ever created.
Explore
the Russian wilderness across vast, non-linear levels and follow a thrilling
story-line that spans an entire year through spring, summer and autumn to the
depths of nuclear winter.
Inspired
by the novels of Dmitry Glukhovsky, Metro Exodus continues Artyom’s story in
the greatest Metro adventure yet.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Embark on an incredible journey – board the
Aurora, a heavily modified steam locomotive, and join a handful of
survivors as they search for a new life in the East
Experience Sandbox Survival – a gripping story
links together classic Metro gameplay with new huge, non-linear levels
A beautiful, hostile world – discover the
post-apocalyptic Russian wilderness, brought to life with stunning day /
night cycles and dynamic weather
Deadly combat and stealth – scavenge and craft
in the field to customize your arsenal of hand-made weaponry, and engage
human and mutant foes in thrilling tactical combat
Your choices determine your comrades’ fate –
not all your companions will survive the journey; your decisions have
consequence in a gripping storyline that offers massive re-playability
The ultimate in atmosphere and immersion – a
flickering candle in the darkness; a ragged gasp as your gasmask frosts
over; the howl of a mutant on the night wind – Metro will immerse and
terrify you like no other game…
Deep
Silver develops and distributes interactive games for all platforms. The Deep
Silver label means to captivate all gamers who have a passion for thrilling
gameplay in exciting game worlds. Deep Silver works with its partners to
achieve a maximum of success while maintaining the highest possible quality,
always focusing on what the customer desires.
Deep
Silver has published more than 200 games since 2003, including its own brands
like the open world extravaganza Saints Row, the zombie action franchise Dead
Island, and the grim post-apocalyptic future of the Metro series. Deep Silver
also owns the development studios Deep Silver Dambuster Studios in Nottingham,
UK; Deep Silver Fishlabs in Hamburg, Germany, and Deep Silver Volition based in
Champaign, IL, USA. For more information please visit www.deepsilver.com
All
product titles, publisher names, trademarks, artwork and associated imagery are
trademarks, registered trademarks and/or copyright material of the respective
owners. All rights reserved.
ABOUT
4A GAMES
4A Games
is a multicultural, multinational video game development studio with offices in
both Malta and Ukraine – known for its atmospheric first-person shooters Metro
2033, Metro: Last Light, and Metro Redux.
Established
in Kiev, Ukraine in 2005, the studio was founded by a passionate team of game
industry veterans with the goal of creating AAA-quality games for current
gaming PCs and then “next-gen” game consoles. In 2014, the studio moved its
headquarters – along with more than 50 team members and their families — from
Ukraine to the island of Malta.
Currently
at the heart of the company are over 100 talented designers, programmers,
artists, effects specialists, and writers from all over the world with a diverse
and unique set of backgrounds – bringing countless years of experience in
software development and computer games in particular. To learn more, please
visit www.4A-Games.com
THE BATTLE BEGINS – MULTIPLAYER
DUNGEON BRAWLER BREACH LAUNCHES JANUARY 17 ON STEAM
Be a Badass Hero or Vicious Veil
Demon as You Fight for Humanity in This Highly Refined Early Access Title
JANUARY 8, 2019 – AUSTIN, TX – QC Games, an independent game developer comprised of AAA veterans and cutting-edge creators, announced today that their premier action title, Breach, will be coming to Steam Early Access on January 17, 2019. Disrupting the traditional action-RPG genre by fusing explosive combat, RPG-like depth, and a flexible, customizable open-class system, Breach empowers players to build their ideal hero and battle monsters on an adventure that fuses modern and mythological Earth. In addition to building their own custom heroes, players can switch sides and play as the menacing Veil Demon, a malevolent spirit that wreaks delightful havoc on and brings doom to aspiring heroes.
Special Breach pre-order packages are available starting at $24.99, but time is running out! In order to secure your pre-order package with bonus content that ends with Early Access, visit the Breach Shop by January 16 at 11:59 CDT to grab exclusive offers that include unique in-game items like sprays, dance emotes, a digital artbook, and much more.
Band up with a team of heroes in Breach in the fight to save humanity.
In Breach, players choose from dozens of classes with endless customization options and the ability to switch to any class at any time. From the explosive Gunslinger that mixes magic with technology, to the time-bending abilities of the Chronomancer, all the way to the aerial juggling combos of the Auros Gladiator, there’s a play style for every gamer in Breach. In addition to customizing the perfect hero, players can take on the role of the main antagonist, the Veil Demon. Conjure traps, summon elite creatures, and use the power of possession to control enemies including massive boss monsters to prevent heroes from completing mission objectives. Constant updates are planned during Early Access including new areas, classes, magic abilities and much more!
“With Breach, our vision is to deliver the best elements of popular genres and bring it into one action driven multiplayer buffet,” stated Dallas Dickinson, President/CEO of QC Games. “As players dive in, they’re going to choose a class that best fits their playstyle with a ton more options opening as they progress in the battle for control of the Earth. No pressure, though.”
Play as the ultimate villain – the Veil Demon – and wreak havoc on players around you.
70,000 years ago, humanity was on the verge of extinction until
a group of Immortals created the Veil, splitting Earth into two realities: one
reality that features the Earth we know, and an alternate Earth where
mythological creatures thrive. Now the Veil has been shattered and the two
worlds are collapsing into each other with catastrophic consequences. Players
take control of heroes who have been imbued with “The Spark” to master magical
abilities. Travel across the world to iconic locations that have been breached
by this mystical parallel Earth and clash against legendary mythological
enemies as well as an unexplained malevolent spirit, the Veil Demon.
Breach will
enter paid Steam Early Access January 17, 2019, with
the Free-To-Play full launch coming later in 2019. Can’t wait to prep your
mission loadouts and squad combinations? Look for upcoming announcements by
following the game on Twitter, ‘Like’ us on Facebook, and visit the official
game page at PlayBreach.com.
# # # ABOUT QC GAMES
QC Games Inc. is an Austin-based developer of online games. Founded by industry
veterans in 2015, QC Games’ mission is to combine proprietary technology,
world-class creative talent and best-in-class methodologies to develop great
games for the world to enjoy. Their pursuit to realize a cooperative action-RPG
experience that blends fast-action, intuitive mechanics, loads of customization
and intense playability led them to form QC Games and the birth of their debut
game title, Breach.
Fan-requested
feature will be available from day one
MOSCOW – January 7th, 2019 – Deep Silver and 4A Games today confirmed
that Metro Exodus will feature a Photo Mode, available from day of release on
the 15th February for Xbox One, the all-in one games and
entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation® 4 computer
entertainment system, and PC.
“Photo Mode has been one of the most
requested features from the Metro community,” said Jon Bloch, executive
producer at 4A Games. “They’re relatively rare in first person shooters, but
the team have been determined to make it work and give Metro fans the
opportunity to capture their own stories from the Russian wastelands.”
Photo Mode will be available for all
platforms, while PC players will additionally benefit from support for Ansel,
NVIDIA’s proprietary screenshot capture software.
The reveal of Photo Mode is the first in a
week of daily announcements for Metro Exodus – join us tomorrow as we unveil
the epic Story Trailer, and stay tuned for more reveals over the coming days.
Be the first to hear about the latest
Metro Exodus news by registering at MetroTheGame.com, following us on Twitter
and Instagram @MetroVideoGame or on Facebook at Facebook.com/MetroVideoGame.
Deep
Silver develops and distributes interactive games for all platforms. The Deep
Silver label means to captivate all gamers who have a passion for thrilling
gameplay in exciting game worlds. Deep Silver works with its partners to
achieve a maximum of success while maintaining the highest possible quality,
always focusing on what the customer desires.
Deep Silver has published more than 200 games since
2003, including its own brands like the open world extravaganza Saints Row, the
zombie action franchise Dead Island, and the grim post-apocalyptic future of
the Metro series. Deep Silver also owns the development studios Deep Silver
Dambuster Studios in Nottingham, UK; Deep Silver Fishlabs in Hamburg, Germany,
and Deep Silver Volition based in Champaign, IL, USA. For more information
please visit
www.deepsilver.com
All product titles, publisher names, trademarks, artwork and associated
imagery are trademarks, registered trademarks and/or copyright material of the
respective owners. All rights reserved.
ABOUT 4A GAMES
4A Games is a multicultural, multinational video game development studio
with offices in both Malta and Ukraine – known for its atmospheric first-person
shooters Metro 2033, Metro: Last Light, and Metro Redux.
Established in Kiev, Ukraine in 2005, the studio was founded by a
passionate team of game industry veterans with the goal of creating AAA-quality
games for current gaming PCs and then “next-gen” game consoles. In 2014, the
studio moved its headquarters – along with more than 50 team members and their
families — from Ukraine to the island of Malta.
Currently at the heart of the company are over 100 talented designers,
programmers, artists, effects specialists, and writers from all over the world
with a diverse and unique set of backgrounds – bringing countless years of
experience in software development and computer games in particular. To learn
more, please visit www.4A-Games.com
Skorecery will be Summoned to PlayStation 4 on
5 Feb 2019
NORFOLK, VA – 8
January 2019 – Independent developer GrappleHook Games has announced that Skorecery, the mystical arcade sportslike, will launch
exclusively on PlayStation 4 on 5 February 2019.
Modernizing and paying
homage to some of gaming’s most iconic genres and arcade hits, Skorecery
combines retro classics like Pong and Breakout with the
excitement and depth from popular platform fighters. Players must harness
Spells and precise controls to destroy their opponent’s Runes while also
protecting their own. Up to 4 local sorcerers can battle for supremacy in
fast-paced and engaging skirmishes.
Players must race to gain control of the Arena’s ball to fire away at their opponent’s Runes. The sorcerer with the most Runes at the end of the match will be crowned as the victor. Before facing off, magic wielders must choose from a diverse selection of Spells that can be used to alter their running speed, create barriers, and more. These offensive and defensive abilities can be used to secure the lead or save your team from near defeat. With simple-to-learn controls and deep mechanics, Skorecery is built for players of all skill levels and a natural fit for both friendly gatherings and competitive tournaments. Match rules are fully customizable, allowing creative players to select the layout of the Arena as well as modify the physics of the ball and player’s abilities. Skorecery also boasts 4 distinct Modes for those that want to get straight into the action.
Skorecery’s Key
Features:
Friendly and competitive local multiplayer
battles with gameplay that takes seconds to learn and countless hours to master
Fast-paced and tense duels, team skirmishes,
and free-for-all matches
Vast variety of Spells, Modes, and Arena
layouts for infinite replayability
Game-modifying Curses that allow players to
change rules of the match, physics, and abilities
Intricately designed audio dynamics that
adjust to match intensity
“While easy to
pick up and play, Skorecery’s tight controls and fast action quickly
turn a casual experience into a competitive one,” says Eric Peterson, co-founder of GrappleHook
Games. “But beyond that
tight core, we wanted to give players the tools to experiment and push those
mechanics. Spells, Modes and Curses work in combination to do just that.”
Prepare for Skorecery’s mystical multiplayer mayhem by heading to its official website or follow GrappleHook Games on Twitter and Facebook.
About GrappleHook Games
Originally formed while studying at Northeastern University, GrappleHook Games has been creating diverse titles for more than half a decade. Their student project, Squad Hero: Revolver, was an award-winning hit at conventions and can be downloaded for free. Skorecery will be GrappleHook Games’ first official release.
Discover The Multiverses of Double
Cross in This New Trailer
Action Adventure Platformer To
Launch On The Nintendo™ Switch and Steam January 10th
Vancouver and Toronto – January 7, 2019 – Get ready
to explore the diverse interdimensional worlds of upcoming action-adventure
game Double Crossin this new trailer from 13AM
Games, the award-winner developer behind Runbow. Co-published by
Graffiti Games and Headup, Double Cross launches this Thursday, January
10th, on the Nintendo Switch™ and Steam (PC) for $19.99 USD.
Discover the goo world of Gootopia, the neon robot world of The Funderdome, and the apocalyptic dinosaur world of Reptarria in this new tutorial trailer:
Nintendo gamers can pre-purchase Double Cross in the Eshop, while PC users can also add Double Cross to their Wishlist on Steam.
About Double Cross
Double Cross is an exciting action
adventure game that blasts players into a multidimensional mystery full of
platforming action/adventure. Using the unique proton sling mechanic for a
variety of movements and attacks, players must fight an array of enemies as
they traverse their way across distinct universes in order to find clues and
solve various crimes. Players take on the role of Zahra Sinclair, an agent of
R.I.F.T. (Regulators of Interdimensional Frontiers and Technology) whose job it
is to maintain peace and order between all dimensions. As Zahra players can
collect a rare element called Upgradium to customize their character abilities
such as equipping Zahra with permanent fighting moves, stronger attacks and
other valuable skills needed to save the multiverse.
Features Include:
Players can custom tailor their play style by
collecting Upgradium and using it to level up and unlock RIFT agent gear.
An adventure-game style gameplay and upgrade system
that allows players to choose how and in what order they play levels
A unique “Proton Slinger” mechanic that allows
diversity of movement throughout levels and the ability to grab and throw
objects and enemies
Varied and upgradeable attacks and combos
An intricate story engages players as they solve an
interdimensional mystery with a diverse cast of interdimensional
characters
Slick 2D HD art that draws upon traditional gaming and anime style
For more information regarding Double Cross please visit the game’s website, or 13AM’sTwitter page.
About 13AM Games 13AM Games is an independent video games studio based in Toronto and earned success with its debut game, Runbow. Founded by a group of students from George Brown College in 2014, 13AM Games’ members come from a variety of backgrounds and skillsets, and are always pushing themselves to make something fresh and exciting for gamers everywhere.
About Graffiti Games Graffiti Games is an independent video game publisher made up of industry veterans that understand what it takes to launch a successful indie game. We view game publishing as a collaborative effort between our team and developers to ensure everyone benefits from a game’s success. To find out more about us and our titles please visit www.graffitigames.com.
About Headup Games Headup Games is a hybrid games publishing and development company providing players worldwide with the best content in the independent gaming sector. Established in 2009, it is active on all major platforms such as consoles, mobile devices and PC, and was awarded as “Best Publisher” at the German Developers Awards in 2012, 2013 and 2017. With over 70 million customers served on mobile and further several million players on the PC and consoles, Headup Games is always looking to raise awareness and commercial success for developers thinking outside the box. More information can be found at www.headupgames.com.
After going through more than a few issues Skybound Games has announced that the third episode of The Walking Dead: The Final Season is finally on its way. The company will be continuing the series with the third episode, called “Broken Toys,” being released on January 15th for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC.
With less than a week left until it is released, the company has decided to release a new trailer for the episode that gives us a brief look at what fans of the series can expect in this penultimate episode to Clementine’s story. You can check out the trailer below where Telltale Games, the previous publisher of the series that folded months ago, is still given a bit of mention.
Koei Tecmo has announced that they have delayed the release of Dead or Alive 6, which was originally set to be released on the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on February 15th, two weeks. The game is now set to be released worldwide on March 1st with the company stating that while the game’s “development is already near complete; however, we would like to take more time to further polish its balance, gameplay, and expressivity.”
This news come after a tease earlier in the day that hinted that a demo for the game would be arriving sometime in the future as the game’s official Twitter stated that “Perhaps the time has come to give our fighters a chance to TEST their skills.” Of course at the time of this writing no official demo for Dead or Alive 6 has been confirmed.
If you were hoping that Alien: Isolation would be getting a proper console sequel of some sort then you probably won’t like hearing that Alien: Blackout is now a mobile game that will be released for Android and iOS platforms. Announced by FoxNext Games, D3 Go, and Rival Games Alien: Blackout will continue the story of Amanda Ripley, Ellen Ripley’s daughter, who was the protagonist of the highly acclaimed horror game released five years ago.
Players will need to make use of the space station’s limited power supply to operate a holographic map, surveillance cameras, and motion tracker while trying to stay hidden and keep their crew alive across seven different levels all while the Alien’s unpredictable nature may make the game end at any moment. No release window was announced but you can check out the trailer below.
Starxium 20XX – a neon aesthetic team-based car video game launches its crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter
PARIS, FRANCE – 04/01/2019 –– The Midnight Team is proud to announce the launch of the Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign of its first title: Starxium 20XX. An e-sport oriented video game in a retro and 80s inspired universe that is scheduled for a PC release late 2019.
The game is highly reminiscent of the 80s with its neon lit nights and boasts original synthwave music. Its strong visual and sound identity allow the game to be appreciated by a growing community of retro lovers who crave the 80s pop culture.
“Starxium 20XX was created with e-sport in mind: it’s made to be as fun to play as it is to watch” – says Hugo Attal, founder of The Midnight Team. “That’s why I developed a new genre of vehicle-based game: a ‘capture the point’ with a high-speed moving point. Players need to stay near a moving convoy so it’s easier for viewers to understand what is going on in the round.”
Key features:
Gorgeous neon aesthetics: Did you ever dream to drive fast on the 80s highway, leaving a big tron-like light trail behind you, listening to good old synth music like synthwave? This is the place! A new genre: The game is 4v4. Strategy and communication are key in order to capture the convoy. Stay near it and throw your opponents off track. Car Customization: Players can customize the skin of their car but also the components like the motor, the tires, the brakes, and so on… All components are made by 21 different manufacturers. Game Modding: People can contribute to the game by creating new maps and modes. Some are already planned such as a battle royal racing mode with high speed cars.
The Midnight Team is a new independent game studio. It is a one-man team featuring Hugo Attal who is the creator, developer, game designer, graphist, composer, 3D modeler, webmaster, community manager, designer and marketer of Starxium 20XX.
