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DRUNKEN FIGHTER AND MARTIAL ARTS NOMAD BOOST DEAD OR ALIVE 6’s ROSTER

DRUNKEN FIGHTER AND MARTIAL ARTS NOMAD BOOST DEAD OR ALIVE 6’s ROSTER

Returning Favourites Brad Wong and Eliot Added to an Already Stacked Lineup of Competitors

Hertfordshire, 13th December 2018 – KOEI TECMO Europe and TEAM Ninja are excited to announce the addition of two returning fan favourites to the DEAD OR ALIVE 6 roster: Brad Wong and Eliot. The two fighters bolster the announced line-up to 24 playable characters at launch.

Brad Wong, known as “The Drunken Fighter,” is a master of Zui Ba Xian Quan. He uses his drunken style to confuse opponents while striking adversaries from unusual stances ranging from hand-standing and facing backwards to laying down on the ground. Wong spent years training in the remote mountains of China, until his master ordered him to begin a journey in search of a legendary liquor. After entering DOA’s third and fourth tournaments, he skipped the fifth; but the drunken boxer returns in DEAD OR ALIVE 6, looking to take out all comers.

Joining Wong in DEAD OR ALIVE 6 is the traveling martial arts scholar, Eliot. Known as “The Apprentice of the Iron Fist,” Eliot launches at opponents with a furious volley of consecutive Xingyi Quan attacks thanks to techniques learned from his master, Gen Fu. After participating in the fourth tournament, Eliot set off on a journey of self-discovery and martial arts training alongside Brad Wong, where Master Fu permitted Eliot to learn the legendary style of Xinyi Liuhe Quan. Eliot enters the sixth DOA tournament with the improved skill and confidence of a true first-rate martial artist.

TEAM Ninja today released a new highlight video showcasing the two fighters, and they can be seen punching and kicking in the new battle arena entitled “UNFORGETTABLE.” The gallery-like stage is comprised of a number of nostalgic locations from previous DOA titles, including their fully-operational Danger Zones.

DEAD OR ALIVE 6 is currently in development for the PlayStation®4 Computer Entertainment System, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and digitally on Windows PC via Steam®.

Pre-orders across all systems are now underway; those who pre-order DEAD OR ALIVE 6 physically at GAME, or select retailers through Centresoft, are able to get their hands on a Day One Steelbook Edition of the game, another playable character for their roster, Nyotengu, and an alternative costume for Kasumi while stocks last.

For the latest pre-order information, including a description of all pre-order and early purchase bonuses, please visit our official website at https://www.teamninja-studio.com/doa6/uk/. Also, be sure to Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/DeadorAliveGame; and Follow us on Twitter @DOATEC_OFFICIAL.

ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.
KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warriors series, the fan-favourite Ninja Gaiden and fighting entertainment title Dead or Alive. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of GUST, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com

LUCIUS III OUT TODAY ON STEAM

LUCIUS III OUT TODAY ON STEAM

Popular Adventure Franchise Launches Latest Full Release Dec 13, 2018 @ 11:00am PST

HELSINKI — December 13, 2018 — The 3rd person Adventure cult-hit sequel Lucius III launches today. The atmospheric and slow-paced puzzle adventure comes to Steam with a 10% launch discount, including seven languages and full controller support.

Four new gameplay videos accompany the release:

The Police Station:

The Jackson House:

The Church:

The Junkyard:

Lucius III returns to its roots in terms of both gameplay and story. The game will play as a narrative adventure, focused around the atmospheric little town of Winter Hill – the very same town where Lucius spent his first six years.

Lucius continues to fulfill the prophecy of the rapture, and finally we get to see where the road takes us. The story will include his signature gruesome violence and disturbing images, but this time there will be some heartfelt moments of regret and sorrow.

Lucius III retails at $19.99.

Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/513290/

Game features:

  • Experience an In-depth and carefully crafted story, which takes the player through a wide range of emotional experiences.
  • Feel the full experience of playing the villain protagonist.
  • Experience the atmospheric and detailed environments.
  • Use powerful magical abilities to help your cause.
  • Explore the seamless little town of Winter Hill.
  • Over 20 tracks of original music that compliments to the atmosphere of the game.

More information:

Official Site: http://www.lucius3.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/shivergames

Shiver Games Contact: [email protected] – Johannes Aikio

About Shiver Games:
Shiver Games is an independent game developer from Helsinki, Finland, founded in 2010. Lucius, Shiver Games’ first title, was released in October 2012. Since then, the company has continued working on the saga passionately.

Please visit the official website: http://www.shivergames.com/ for more information.

ADATA Launches XPG GAMMIX S11 Pro and SX6000 Lite SSDs

ADATA Launches XPG GAMMIX S11 Pro and SX6000 Lite SSDs

Taipei, Taiwan – Dec. 13, 2018 – ADATA® Technology, a leading manufacturer of high-performance DRAM modules, NAND Flash products, and mobile accessories today announces two new gaming products, the XPG GAMMIX S11 Pro PCIe Gen3x4 M.2 2280 SSD and SX6000 Lite PCIe Gen3x4 M.2 2280 SSD, continuing its commitment towards offering hardware that help people achieve extreme gaming experiences.

XPG GAMMIX S11 Pro – Blazing Fast, Exceptionally Cool

Implementing advanced 3D NAND Flash, XPG GAMMIX S11 Pro SSDs features higher storage capacities ranging from 256BG to 1TB, while also providing higher efficiency, rugged reliability and a high TBW (Total Bytes Written). Employing the extra-fast PCIe Gen3x4 interface and featuring NVMe 1.3 support, intelligent SLC Caching, and a DRAM cache buffer, the SSDs accelerate read/write speeds up to 3500/3000MB/s and deliver random performance of up to 390K/380K IOPS. Whether booting, gaming or transferring large files, S11 Pro SSDs accomplish them quickly and effectively. The SSDs also support LDPC (Low-Density Parity-Check) error correcting code technology to detect and fix a wider range of data errors for more accurate data transfers. Meanwhile, End-to-End Data Protection and RAID Engine support ensure data security and improve transmission stability. What’s more, a heatsink with a sports-car-inspired design on the outside make S11 Pro SSDs look and stay cool. Compared to M.2 SSDs without a heatsink, an S11 Pro SSD is up to 10°C cooler, offering enhanced system stability.

XPG SX6000 Lite – It’s Time to Skip SATA and Go PCIe 

Users looking to replace their old SATA SSDs need not look any further than XPG SX6000 Lite PCIe Gen3x4 M.2 2280 SSDs. Supporting NVMe 1.3, equipped with 3D NAND Flash, and coming with up to 1TB of capacity, the SSDs are a great upgrade choice. Featuring HMB (Host Memory Buffer) and SLC Caching, they reach read/write speeds of up to 1800/1200MB/s and deliver random performance of up to 220K/200K IOPS. As with GAMMIX S11 Pro SSDs, SX6000 Lite SSDs also utilizes LDPC (Low-Density Parity-Check) error correcting code technology to detect and fix a wider range of data errors for more reliable data transfers and a longer product lifespan. SX6000 Lite SSDs are ideal for notebooks, small-form-factor desktops, and even some ultrabooks.

Exact availability of the XPG GAMMIX S11 Pro and SX6000 Lite SSDs may vary by region. To find out about availability and prices in specific markets, please contact your nearest ADATA office or XPG retailer via www.adata.com or www.xpg.com.

 

 

 

 

 

About XPG

Xtreme Performance Gear (XPG) is an ADATA Technology brand offering high performance PC hardware. XPG products distinguish themselves by surpassing stringent ADATA A+ Testing Methodology to ensure the highest standards for superior product stability and performance. XPG provides gamers, enthusiasts, and overclockers an extraordinary journey best experienced at full tilt. The XPG line sports advanced technical attributes and its strength shines through with sleek and powerful designs that have earned prestigious accolades worldwide. These include Good Design Awards from Japan and Taiwan Excellence Gold Awards. ADATA XPG products are recognized by overclockers and world-renowned professional gaming teams who use them as essential hardware for achieving victory. For more information, please visit www.xpg.com

PlayStation Australia encourages Aussies to #PlayItCool this Summer 

PlayStation Australia encourages Aussies to #PlayItCool this Summer 

National TV and radio host, Beau Ryan, gives fellow Australians his #PlayItCool tips in time for the sizzling Aussie summer PlayStation Australia to surprise and delight players with a range of hot giveaways 

SYDNEY, 13 December 2018 – With a long and warmer than average summer predicted across Australia by The Bureau of Meteorology[1], PlayStation Australia has teamed up with former NRL player and host of upcoming show Sunday Night Takeaway, Beau Ryan to help Aussies #PlayItCool this Summer.

With the mercury set to soar across Australia from December through to February, the self-proclaimed ‘expert on being cool’, has pulled together a guide on how to #PlayItCool with PlayStation this summer

Ryan said, ‘As it starts to get seriously hot and sweaty, it’s important my fellow Aussies #PlayItCool and avoid the scorching heat at peak times of the day. Being cool doesn’t come easily for everyone. Thankfully it’s something I’ve perfected over the years, so I’m happy to share my tips from freezer powered air-con, to gaming at home with your PlayStation 4.’

Watch Beau give his top five tips on how to avoid the sweltering heat and #PlayItCool this summer

To further help Australians escape the heat and have the perfect excuse to stay indoors during the hottest parts of the day, PlayStation Australia will run a series of giveaways during some of the hottest days of the summer.  Starting this month, PlayStation®4 consoles, PlayStation®VR, games and PlayStation®Plus memberships will be given away each week across PlayStation Australia’s social media channels throughout Summer.

Follow PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to #PlayItCool and win over this Aussie Summer season.  See PlayStation Australia’s social channels for the full terms and conditions.

For more information on the PlayStation suite of products, please visit www.playstation.com,.

About Sony Interactive Entertainment Australia Pty Ltd
Sony Interactive Entertainment Australia (SIEAU) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Sony Interactive Entertainment Europe (SIEE). SIEE, headquartered in London, UK, is responsible for the PlayStation® brand and family of products and services within the 109 territories serviced by SIEE as a regional headquarters for Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE). PlayStation has delivered innovation to the market since the launch of the original PlayStation in Japan in 1994. The PlayStation family of products and services include PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Vita, PlayStation®3, PlayStation®Store, PlayStation®Plus, PlayStation™Video, PlayStation™Music, PlayStation™Now and acclaimed PlayStation software titles from SIE Worldwide Studios

ZANKI ZERO: LAST BEGINNING  LAUNCHES ON MARCH 19, 2019 WITH A SOUNDTRACK CD BONUS!

ZANKI ZERO: LAST BEGINNING  LAUNCHES ON MARCH 19, 2019 WITH A SOUNDTRACK CD BONUS!

PLUS, AN ENGLISH VOICE TRAILER & SCREENSHOTS!

LONG BEACH, CA, DECEMBER 12, 2018 — Zanki Zero: Last Beginning comes to the PlayStation®4 system and Steam® on March 19, 2019! The game will be released physically and digitally with the Zanki Zero: Last Beginning Survival Soundtrack CD! The Soundtrack CD is available with the Day 1 Edition (PlayStation®4) or as an Early Purchase Bonus (Steam®[PC]).

Check out the new English-voiced Opening Trailer and new English screenshots!

About Zanki Zero: Last Beginning
From producer Yoshinori Terasawa and game designer Takayuki Sugawara, the creators of the Danganronpa series, comes a new type of survival game, Zanki Zero: Last Beginning. Explore ruins, dungeons, and islands in this post-apocalyptic world through the POV of eight protagonists fighting for survival while also searching for meaning in their never-ending cycles of life and death.

Story
God created the world in seven days. It only took one for humans to destroy it. Life as we knew it sank to the depths of the sea…until yesterday. We do not yet know this broken world or the reasons for its downfall left behind here. An earth where ruins drift about, with remnants of buildings, cars, traffic lights… Modern civilization was destroyed, becoming nothing more than debris wading in the sea. New ruins drift one after the other before our very eyes, the survivors who live on one of those decaying islands.

Key Features

  • 8 Clones, 7 Deadly Sins, Infinite Lives – Play from the POV of one of eight protagonists in each chapter and explore the dungeons, towers, and islands to uncover the deadly sins of the protagonists’ pasts.
  • Survival of the Fittest – Hunt for materials and food while fending off monsters in real-time battle environments; but don’t forget to eat, sleep, and go to the bathroom (seriously, it’s bad for your health and fatal for your party)!

Live, Die, Repeat – With every life cycle lasting only 13 days, each clone’s stats, abilities, and capabilities differ as they grow from youths to old age. Depending on how you die, you can even earn bonus upgrades for your next life cycle. Take advantage of each life to the fullest!

TITLEZanki Zero: Last Beginning
RELEASE DATEMarch 19, 2019
PLATFORM(S)PlayStation®4, Steam®
PLAYER(S)1
GENRESurvival RPG
WEBSITE http://www.spike-chunsoft.com/zaz | Steam Store
RATINGTBD
LANGUAGE(S)English text, Japanese audio/English audio
DEVELOPERSpike Chunsoft, Co., Ltd.
COPYRIGHT©Spike Chunsoft, Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Licensed to and published by Spike Chunsoft, Inc.

 

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About Spike Chunsoft, Inc. Established in December 2017, Spike Chunsoft, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. Located in Long Beach, California, Spike Chunsoft, Inc. will localize and publish titles by its parent company for the Western market. Further details will be shared at the Game Developers Conference, held in San Francisco, March 19 – March 23, 2018. Information will also be shared on the official website at: http://www.spike-chunsoft.com

About Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. Spike Chunsoft was established in April 2012 by a merger of two renowned video game developers/publishers, Spike Co. Ltd. and Chunsoft Co., Ltd. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. specializes in developing and publishing entertainment content including award winning console series Danganronpa, Mystery Dungeon and Zero Escape, and is responsible for launching titles across consoles, PC and mobile for some of the most popular series in the industry. More information about the company can be found at: www.spike-chunsoft.co.jp/company_e/information.html.

NEW MISCREATED 1.0 FEATURES TRAILER SHOWCASES WEAPONS, WEATHER SYSTEM, SELF HOSTED SERVERS AND MORE!

NEW MISCREATED 1.0 FEATURES TRAILER SHOWCASES WEAPONS, WEATHER SYSTEM, SELF HOSTED SERVERS AND MORE!

Entrada Interactive released a new trailer today for Miscreated that highlights all the amazing features to come in the version 1.0 launch next Tuesday, December 18 on Steam. Miscreated 1.0 launch will feature over 20 new ranged and melee weapons, over 100 new skins, player hosted servers, deadly ground attacks, underground bunkers, new weather patterns, exhaustive temperature system, new unique map areas, new base building parts, farming system, interactive world, enhanced survival mechanics, supply power to houses, complete map, immersive audio, new AI, extended consumable system, 100’s of bug fixes and so much more!

Miscreated 1.0 will be available on Steam next Tuesday, December 18 for $19.99 (a 20% discount). Media interested in reviewing Miscreated should contact Danitra Alomia ([email protected]) to request an early review code.

Miscreated is an online multiplayer hardcore survival game set in a post-apocalyptic open world. After The Final War, humanity was brought to its knees and the remaining survivors cling to the decimated and unforgiving world ravaged by a mutated plague that was “Miscreated” as part of the fallout. Players must find a way to survive as horrific mutants, hostile animals, other desperate survivors and even the elements seek to destroy them.

For the latest updates on Miscreated follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook, subscribe to us on YouTube, visit the website at www.miscreatedgame.com, and watch us survive on Twitch.TV.

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden Review

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden

Developer: The Bearded Ladies
Publisher: Funcom
Platform:PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Windows (Reviewed)
Release Date: 4 December 2018
Price: $34.99 USD – Available Here

Video Review

Overview

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is a video game based on the Swedish tabletop role-playing series Mutant. The new game mixes turn based strategy with real time stealth and exploration gameplay. Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden follows the story of Bormin and Dux, two mutant stalkers on an epic adventure to save their home from a death cult.

Story

Bormin, an anthropomorphized boar, and Dux, his mutant duck companion, are stalkers on the Ark; one of the last bastions of humanity in post-apocalyptic Sweden. As mutants, Bormin and Dux are one of the few citizens of the Ark that can survive exploring the irradiated wastelands that surround the Ark and are tasked to salvage much needed supplies to keep the community running.

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden pays tribute to its tabletop heritage by having a solid story. The plot is simple yet engaging. The writers really shine when it comes to building a believable post-apocalyptic world where the survivors are piecing together our modern lives like archaeologists of the future. The conversations between characters as they observe and debate their surroundings are some of the best writing in the game.

Gameplay

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden seeks to replicate the tabletop RPG experience by offering a mix of turn based combat and real time exploration with some stealth elements. Exploration provides invaluable currency and equipment but can be a bit of a drag due to the slow movement speeds. I think bumping the speed up by ten to twenty percent while the flashlight is on would be a huge help.

The game’s stealth mechanics are basic and at times frustrating. Stealth is necessary in the game as nearby enemies swarm towards gunfire and there are often too many enemies to handle all at once. Each enemy has a hearing range and a circle representing their line of sight. The game does not take actual line of sight in consideration. If a player is standing near a wall that should block line of sight but is within the circle, the enemy will detect the player. Therefore, the game’s built in hiding mechanic is the only thing that works reliably. Repositioning hidden characters can be impossible at times as standing too close to the edge of an enemy’s detection range will cause the ring to slowly expand. For all the stealth system’s quirks, slowly setting up an ambush and taking out enemies who dare wander away from the pack is incredibly satisfying.

The combat is turn based and will be instantly familiar to XCOM fans. Good strategy is heavily emphasized in the game starting from planning the ambush to the actual combat itself as players need to position characters behind cover, consider enemy locations, prioritize high risk enemies, and use skills and equipment carefully. I like gunfire drawing nearby enemies into combat, but I would have like to see a clear area of effect where enemies can no longer hear gunfire.

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is a punishing game. There are three difficulty levels that change how often player skills can be used, how much damage is taken, and how much health is recovered between fights. The difficulty is toughest in the early game when players lack the skills to crowd control enemies or recover health by consuming enemies. Even at the lowest difficulty levels, I found myself reloading saves often when ambushes did not go as planned as enemies would quickly overwhelm my small party. Additionally, resources for buying upgrades and new equipment is finite, so players will be forced to prioritize their purchases even if they do all the optional side areas.

The skill system is a bit limited as each character can only equip one minor mutation, major mutation, and passive mutation at a time. Especially when playing at higher difficulties, players will often have to change skills every couple of fights to rotate cooldown and optimize the party for the specific encounter. Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is a bit of a short game, so the talent trees are also a little limited. I am unsure if the system is specifically constrained because of the original Mutant tabletop rules or if this was a decision specifically for Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden.

The controls are usable, but there are some issues for specific users. The mouse and keyboard controls are generally excellent if you are willing to use the default layout. The rebinding of keys is limited as many keys are locked. For example, the R key is not listed as being used, but it is not possible to rebind it to a movement key. The controller layout is decent, though only the combat menu is optimized for a controller. Character and main menus have the joysticks emulating a mouse instead of jumping from menu entry to menu entry.

Visuals

Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden offers a great post-apocalyptic art style. The armour and equipment look like they have been pieced together with scavenged items. Buildings look like they are on the verge of being reclaimed by nature. On the technical side, the game looks excellent, save for a slight issue with severe texture popping when initially loading into the level.

Audio

The audio experience in Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is good. The music is an excellent accompaniment to the game. The sound effects are decent, though a few footstep effects sound wrong as they are way too loud to be realistic. The voice acting is top notch, though I wish there were two to three more combat lines for each character as the current offerings is a bit repetitive.

Overall

For all its issues, Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is a solid first step in the rebirth of the Mutant franchise. The world and the story are fantastic. Combat is fulfilling, especially at later levels. The audio and visual presentation is very good. Mutant Year Zero: Road to Eden is highly recommended for fans of XCOM who need something to fill the time until XCOM 3 is announced.

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SABER INTERACTIVE UNLEASHES NEW CLASS GAMEPLAY TRAILER FOR WORLD WAR Z

SABER INTERACTIVE UNLEASHES NEW CLASS GAMEPLAY TRAILER FOR WORLD WAR Z

Outlive the Dead in Four-player Co-op with Six Playable Classes, All Loaded for Action

MAPLEWOOD, N.J. – Dec. 12, 2018 – Saber Interactive has released a new gameplay trailer for World War Z, the upcoming four-player co-op multiplayer game inspired by Paramount Pictures’ blockbuster action film. This newest look at one of gaming’s most anticipated third-person shooters breaks down the game’s main classes, each bringing a unique playstyle and balance of firepower and abilities to the carnage.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKFP3pzoeuk&feature=youtu.be

Each of World War Z’s six playable classes comes loaded with several unique perks, but here’s a taste of what’s in store for the undead hordes when you play:

  • Gunslinger For those who skip the questions and shoot first, the Gunslinger is loaded with an arsenal of weapon damage and ammo-boosting perks to mow down the dead.
  • Hellraiser Enough explosives can solve any problem! Hellraisers come armed with C4 and other tools for effective crowd control.
  • Slasher – For warriors with a sense of elegance, the best way to kill is with your trusty blade. Slashers have perks that increase melee damage and effectiveness while their armed tasers deliver electrifying results.
  • Medic Sometimes the best way to fight the undead is keeping your teammates from becoming one of them. Armed with a Stim Pistol, Medics can heal fellow survivors from a distance and help keep the chaos under control.
  • Fixer When versatility in any situation is the highest priority, the Fixer is there for you, starting out with an explosive ammo case and several teammate ammo-restoring perks.
  • Exterminator Fire is the answer! Armed with Molotov cocktails and increased fire damage, the Exterminator just wants to watch the undead burn.

World War Z takes players on a zombie-packed journey of unique survivor stories all around the world, including New York, Moscow, Jerusalem and more. Powered by Saber’s dynamic Swarm Engine™, the game unleashes hundreds of fast-moving, bloodthirsty zombies at a time on players for a heart-pounding action experience. Work together with your teammates, using deadly weapons, explosives, turrets, traps and barricades to dismember and demolish the undead menace, then level up and customize your heroes to survive even more difficult challenges.

World War Z is expected to launch in 2019 on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One and Windows PC. For more information, visit www.WWZGame.com, and follow the game on Facebook at www.facebook.com/WWZGame, Twitter @WWZTheGame and Instagram @WWZGame.

About Saber Interactive
Based in the U.S., Russia, and Spain, Saber Interactive is an independent developer whose credits include Quake Champions, Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, Halo: The Master Chief Collection and others. Saber’s NBA Playgrounds is one of the best-selling digital console titles of 2017. The company has multiple development studios across the world making great games and bringing fun interactive experiences to life.

About Paramount Pictures Corporation
Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment, is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. Paramount controls a collection of some of the most powerful brands in filmed entertainment, including Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television, Paramount Players, MTV Films, and Nickelodeon Movies. PPC operations also include Paramount Home Media Distribution, Paramount Pictures International, Paramount Licensing Inc., and Paramount Studio Group.

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THE CREW® 2 FROM UBISOFT OFFERS FREE WEEKEND DECEMBER 13–17

THE CREW® 2 FROM UBISOFT OFFERS FREE WEEKEND DECEMBER 13–17

Up to 67 percent off until December 20

SAN FRANCISCO — December 12, 2018 Today, Ubisoft announced that The Crew® 2 will be available to play for free starting tomorrow, December 13 to December 17 on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and the Xbox One family of devices, including Xbox One X, and Windows PC. Players will have access to the full game – including the newest addition, the Demolition Derby discipline and PvP mode – plus hundreds of challenges and the freedom to explore the entire US on land, sea and in the air behind the wheel of their dream vehicles, solo or in four-player co-op.

Players who want to continue their journey in the US open world of The Crew 2 will not only keep their game progression but also enjoy a discount of up to 67 percent off The Crew 2 Standard, Deluxe and Gold Editions and 30 percent off of the season pass on all digital stores from December 13 to December 20. Additionally, players who participate in The Crew 2 free weekend from December 13 to December 17 will receive one free exclusive vehicle on December 17 according to their platform.

  • Xbox One: BMW Z4 GT3 2011
  • PlayStation®4: Maserati Gran Turismo S 2009 – Touring Car Edition
  • PC: Ford GT 2005 – Touring Car Edition

The Crew 2 is already available for preload on Uplay PC.

More information on the free weekend can be found here: thecrewgame.com/freeweekend.

Developed by Ubisoft Ivory Tower,* a studio based in Lyon, France, The Crew 2 lets players experience the thrill of the American motorsports spirit inside a fully redesigned USA. The game’s playground pushes physical boundaries to let driving and open world fans test their skills in nonstop competition and exploration. From coast to coast, drivers can explore America and compete to become the greatest motorsports champion by collecting a wide variety of exotic cars, bikes, boats and planes, and dominating the motorsports scene on land, on the water and in the air. They can find challenges and inspiration among four different motorsports families: street racing, off-road, pro-racing and freestyle, and will be given a broad set of options among a wide selection of vehicle types.

For the latest news on The Crew and all of Ubisoft’s games, please visit blog.ubi.com.

For more information about The Crew 2, please visit thecrewgame.com and please follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/thecrewgame.uk and on Twitter at twitter.com/TheCrewGame or #TheCrew2.

*Associate studios include Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Paris, Ubisoft Shanghai and Massive, a Ubisoft studio.

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 2017–18 fiscal year Ubisoft generated sales of €1,732 million. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoft.com.

© 2018 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. The Crew logo, Ubisoft, and the Ubisoft logo are registered or unregistered trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the US and/or other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Dark Devotion’s Tension-Building Design Detailed in New Gameplay-Focused Video

Dark Devotion’s Tension-Building Design Detailed in New Gameplay-Focused Video

Fiendish Action RPG’s Core Mechanics Explored in Developer Diary Ahead of Q1 2019 Release

PARIS – Dec. 12, 2018 – Publisher The Arcade Crew and developer Hibernian Workshop today shared an expansive overview of the combat, progression and exploration-minded design informing Dark Devotion, the upcoming action RPG set to test players’ sparring skills and determination in early 2019.

The clip shares insight direct from Hibernian Workshop on the engrossing sense of discovery rippling through Dark Devotion’s ominous temple, and the developer’s focus on balancing an omnipresent impression of danger with a vital allure of the unknown. The game is designed to inspire a relentless feeling of uncertainty which still encourages risk taking in the hopes of finding new gear or resources which may better odds for survival.

The video also offers glimpses at the brutal boss encounters players will face while searching Dark Devotion’s grim chambers. These battles serve as pivotal tests for whether players have aptly mastered cautionary, agile movement by dodging traps lining the game’s environments as well as the reflex-testing combat they’ll engage in with more modest horrors.

Dark Devotion’s macabre pixelated world is teeming with subjects eager to prove themselves to an unquestioned God, where no magnitude of suffering is too great a sacrifice. Enveloped in a foreboding atmosphere informed by H.P. Lovecraft and Edgar Allen Poe, the game dares players to endure a sense of dread and looming death to find the gear and tenacity required to prove their faith’s strength has no equal.

Faithful subjects dedicated to all things Dark Devotion should visit (https://www.darkdevotion.fr/) and add the game to their Steam wishlist (https://store.steampowered.com/app/718590/Dark_Devotion/).

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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.