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War Thunder Update 1.79: Pushing The Boundaries Of Vehicle Technology

War Thunder Update 1.79: Pushing The Boundaries Of Vehicle Technology

New Aircraft sounds & Modern-Era Tanks Roll Out in War Thunder’s Latest Project X Update

Wednesday, June 13, 2018 — Gaijin Entertainment has today released Update 1.79 ‘Project X’, the second massive update to the military vehicle combat game War Thunder this year. With more than two dozen new and reworked ground vehicles and aircraft, a massive new location based on the Italian peninsula for combined arms battles, a new map titled ‘Lagoda’ for aerial battles and a complete rework of the game’s sound effects for all aircraft, ‘Project X’ adds a vast amount of new content to the game.

1.79 update also expands the selection of modern era vehicles available in War Thunder to the early 90s. The most modern tanks in the game now are Japan’s Type 90 Kyū-maru and late modification of the German Leopard 2A4. France takes delivery of the  AMX-40, and the Soviet Union adds the T-62M-1. Britain now fields a modernized version of the Centurion AVRE engineering tank, while the US sees the two competing XM-1 prototypes from Chrysler and General Motors, one of which would later evolve into the famous M1 Abrams that is already available in War Thunder.

In the hangar players can now utilize “Protection Analysis”. This function allows players to choose a tank and check the vulnerability of any part of it. For the attacking side players can set a model of a tank, a type of shell, distance and direction of a hit. A complicated algorithm will show the chance of a ricochet, penetration and which modules of the attacked tank will be damaged by the hit.

‘Project X’ brings many new aircraft to the fray such as the US’ FJ-4B ‘Fury’ naval jet, the Soviet Union’s IL-28Sh jet bomber, the German twin-boom heavy fighter Bf 109Z ‘Zwilling’, as well as the game’s first indigenous Romanian fighter aircraft, the I.A.R. 81-C.

War Thunder aviation now features a completely new weapon – remote control bombs, whose flight can be slightly corrected to hit targets more precisely. A perfect weapon against ships.

All aircraft in War Thunder, from biplanes to jets, now have new sound effects for engines, weapons, mechanisms and more. Sound effects now vary realistically depending on player point of view and actual vehicle position. Closed cockpits now properly muffle exterior noises, allowing pilots to hear the distinct inner workings of their machine, while bullets and aircraft whizzing by leave lasting and recognizable impressions.

For more detailed information about War Thunder Update 1.79 ‘Project X’ check out the official announcement trailer and the detailed changelog on the game’s website.

War Thunder Update 1.79 Changelog: https://warthunder.com/en/game/changelog/current/830

About War Thunder
War Thunder is a free-to-play, cross-platform, massively multiplayer military masterpiece with millions of fans worldwide, that allows players to fight their way across air, land, and sea in the same battlefield. War Thunder offers 1,000+ playable aircraft, armored vehicles and ships from the early 1930s to the Cold War, including ground vehicles from the 1960s and 1970s that feature technologies typical for modern tank construction. The US, Soviet, British, German, Italian, Japanese, and French military vehicles represented in game are carefully researched, historically accurate recreations of their real world counterparts. Fans can expect hundreds more added as Gaijin Entertainment commits to ongoing development via regular updates. Official website: http://warthunder.com

About Gaijin Entertainment
Gaijin Entertainment is the developer and publisher of the online games War Thunder, Crossout and Star Conflict as well as PC, Mac, Linux, PS4, PS3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, iOS and Android titles across several genres. The company’s diverse portfolio has received a range of mass media and game industry awards including such as KRI Awards, Gamescom Award and many more. Official website: http://gaijinent.com/

DEMONIC NEW TRAILER, RELEASE DATE FOR HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED DARKNESS RISES

DEMONIC NEW TRAILER, RELEASE DATE FOR HIGHLY-ANTICIPATED DARKNESS RISES

New Trailer Teases Intense Hack N’ Slash Gameplay and Immersive Story for Darkness Rises Available Worldwide on June 21 for iPhone and Android

Seoul – June 13, 2018 – NEXON Korea Corporation, subsidiary of NEXON Co., Ltd. (“Nexon”) (3659.TO), a worldwide leader in free-to-play online and mobile games, today announced the June 21 release date for the highly-anticipated new story-driven action-RPG Darkness Rises. Along with the announcement, NEXON unveiled a new gameplay trailer highlighting Darkness Rises’ innovative gameplay, rich story, gorgeous visuals, hellish locations and intense battles that envelop players in the game’s dark imagery and gritty medieval world. Pre-registration is still available for iPhone and Android at the NEXON website.

Darkness Rises’ unique gameplay and intuitive console-inspired mechanics translate flawlessly to mobile where players descend into the fiery pits of The Underworld to battle vile hordes of violent demons obsessed with escaping the sweltering Underworld to ravage the world’s peaceful inhabitants. A variety of playable characters boasting unique abilities wield powerful weapons, rideable monsters and more to to defeat daunting enemies. The game’s co-op modes challenge players from around the world to pair-up for unnerving dungeon raids, or go head-to-had against friend or foe in the PvP arena.

Darkness Rises is available worldwide on June 21 for iPhone and Android and is rated T for Teen (ESRB). Additional information for members of the press:

  • Pre-register for Darkness Rises here
  • Like the official Darkness Rises Facebook page
  • Visit the Darkness Rises PLUG page

About NEXON Co. Ltd.
NEXON Co., Ltd. (“Nexon”) (3659.TO) is a worldwide leader in free-to-play online and mobile games. Founded in Korea in 1994, Nexon developed one of the world’s first graphics-based massively multiplayer online games. Nexon also pioneered the concept of microtransactions and the free-to-play business model, setting a new standard in which play is free, and users have the option to purchase in-game items to enhance their experience. Nexon currently services nearly 100 titles in more than 190 countries. The Company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and its shares are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

READY YOUR WEAPONS, STRETCH OUT YOUR MUSCLES, AND PREPARE FOR BATTLE IN SOULCALIBUR VI LAUNCHING ON OCTOBER 19, 2018

READY YOUR WEAPONS, STRETCH OUT YOUR MUSCLES, AND PREPARE FOR BATTLE IN SOULCALIBUR VI LAUNCHING ON OCTOBER 19, 2018

SOULCALIBUR VI, the premier 3D weapons-based fighting game will be launching on October 19, 2018 for the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, and PC via STEAM®.

Along with the announcement of SOULCALIBUR VI’s launch date, we are also debuting details pertaining to the game’s Story Mode at E3 2018. E3 attendees are invited to join BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment in their E3 Presentation Theater located within their E3 booth to learn more about the intricacies of SOULCALIBUR VI’s story including details about the characters embarking on the search for the two legendary swords and their individual motivations.

Taking place in the 16th century, SOULCALIBUR VI sets players on a voyage of discovery as they uncover events from the original SOULCALIBUR to learn hidden truths. The game will also feature a diverse line-up of new and returning characters with their unique fighting styles and weapons including series mainstays; Mitsurugi and Sophitia and newcomers such as special guest-character, Geralt of Rivia, from CD Projekt Red’s The Witcher® series and GrØh who was recently announced.

Lastly, a special edition of SOULCALIBUR VI will be offered… the SOULCALIBUR VI Collector’s Edition will feature a 35cm Sophitia Figure, SOULCALIBUR VI Season Pass, Digital Soundtrack, Collector’s Edition Box, and the full SOULCALIBUR VI game.

SOULCALIBUR VI will be launched in 2018 for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC Digital. For more information about the game and other products from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoEU, or join the conversation at https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoEU.

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About BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S.
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S., part of BANDAI NAMCO Holdings Inc., is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive entertainment for all major video game consoles, iOS, Android, and online platforms. The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises including PAC-MAN™, GALAGA™,TEKKEN™, SOULCALIBUR™, ACE COMBAT™ and DARK SOULS™. BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe is the premier publisher for anime based video games including NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, DRAGON BALL™, and ONE PIECE™. For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu . All the BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment products are available on the official store https://store.bandainamcoent.eu

Face the intensity of modern combat in the Insurgency: Sandstorm E3 Gameplay Trailer

Face the intensity of modern combat in the Insurgency: Sandstorm E3 Gameplay Trailer

Sydney, Australia – 13th June 2018 – Insurgency: Sandstorm is New World Interactive’s reborn, improved, and expanded sequel to indie multiplayer FPS hit Insurgency, coming September 2018 to PC  and 2019 to consoles. Discover how Insurgency: Sandstorm brings you closer to the action than ever in tense, coordinated skirmishes where skill is rewarded, and teamwork wins the fight.

Prepare for a hardcore depiction of combat with deadly ballistics, light attack vehicles, destructive artillery, and unprecedented audio design putting the fear back into the genre. Death comes fast, ammunition must be carefully managed, and the environment must be tactically navigated at every step toward victory.

Insurgency: Sandstorm is a game of team-based tactics and objective-oriented gameplay in a fictional, contemporary Middle Eastern conflict, complete with player versus player, competitive matchmaking and co-operative game modes versus AI. Your soldier’s appearance, weapons, attachments, armour, and amount of carried ammo are all up to you. Call in airstrikes, use vehicles with mounted weapons, and equip a wide range of specialist weaponry from grenades to drones to C4 explosives.

Insurgency: Sandstorm releases on PC in September 2018 and PS4 and Xbox One in 2019.

Insurgency: Sandstorm is playable at E3 2018, booth WH4512 in the West Hall.

Overcooked 2 is serving a brand-new helping of chaotic cooking action!

Overcooked 2 is serving a brand-new helping of chaotic cooking action!

Sydney, Australia – 13th June 2018 – Overcooked 2, the kitchen mayhem returns in this sequel from Team17 and Ghost Town Games that’s brimming with even more recipes, characters, kitchens and co-op madness.

The Onion Kingdom is in peril again and this time it is the fault of the Onion King himself! Reading aloud from the fabled Necronomnomicon, he has cooked up a real problem in the form of a doughy but dangerous army of UNDEAD BREAD called…The Unbread! The Onion King needs you, so chop, fry and bake your way through an all new series of crazy kitchens to defeat them and save the kingdom.

Overcooked 2 is a chaotic co-op cooking game for 1-4 players in which you must serve a variety of recipes including sushi, pasta, cakes, burgers and burritos to hungry customers in a series of unconventional kitchens. Whether it be a hot air balloon, a magical Wizard’s school or even another planet, you’ll have to be bready for anything. Work solo or with up to three friends to prep orders while overcoming obstacles such as fire, collapsing floors, overbearing waiters and of course, the classic kitchen problem of floating work surfaces.

Hold onto your aprons… it’s time to save the world (again!). Overcooked 2 arrives on the 7th of August for the Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch!

What’s new:

  • Online multiplayer! For the first time you can cook up a storm with up to four players in both local and online multiplayer.
  • Throwing! Throwing is now an official game mechanic, allowing you to toss ingredients to your fellow chefs or even straight into the pan/blender/onto the floor!
  • New level mechanics! Overcooked 2 sees the introduction of new game mechanics including moving walkways, controllable platforms and even portals!
  • Dynamic levels! Throwing you from the frying pan and into the fire, dynamic levels will change around you, offering a new challenge to overcome as the recipes and levels themselves change!
  • Interactive world map! As you drive, sail and soar your way around the map in the Onion King’s amphibious air bus you will open up new areas using hidden buttons around the world!
  • Kitchens! From the neon lights of a sushi restaurant to the bubbling pots of a Wizard school kitchen, there are plenty of places to cook up a storm in Overcooked 2!
  • Recipes! From spaghetti to sushi and pancakes to pizza, recipes both old and new will need to be cooked to perfection (or at least not burnt to a crisp!) New recipes mean new ingredients and new equipment so even the most well-seasoned Overcooked players will be challenged!
  • Chefs! Overcooked 2 introduces a whole host of new of chefs to play in the kitchen including an eagle, mouse, beaver and what kitchen is complete without an octopus!

Farming Simulator 19 unveils prestigious new brand and exciting new features in E3 Trailer

Farming Simulator 19 unveils prestigious new brand and exciting new features in E3 Trailer

The largest agriculture machinery company in the world comes to Farming Simulator 19!

Sydney, Australia – 13th June 2018 – GIANTS Software and Focus Home Interactive unveil the highly anticipated John Deere brand, joining the largest garage ever in a Farming Simulator game, in this E3 trailer. Farming Simulator 19 is the deepest, most complete farming simulator ever as the multimillion-selling franchise takes a giant leap forward with a complete overhaul of its graphics engine that provides the most striking and immersive visuals to date. It is the richest farming experience ever made for consoles, releasing at the end of the year!

Farming Simulator 19 takes the biggest step forward yet with the franchise’s most extensive vehicle roster ever! You’ll take control of vehicles and machines faithfully recreated from all the leading brands in the industry such as Case IH, New Holland, Challenger, Fendt, Massey Ferguson, Valtra, Krone, Deutz-Fahr and many more. We’re also happy to welcome the world’s largest agriculture machinery company, John Deere. The brand arrives with iconic tractors such as the 8400R seen in today’s E3 trailer.

Farming Simulator 19 will feature new American and European environments, in which to develop and expand your farm. The game also introduces many exciting new farming activities, including new machinery and crops; like cotton and oat! Tend to your livestock of pigs, cows, sheep, and chickens – or ride your horses for the first time, letting you explore the vast land around your farm in a brand-new way.

Farming Simulator 19 will be available Spring 2018 on PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Hands off presentations and interviews are available at E3 2018.

FOUR NEW HEROES FROM THE FAR EAST ENTER THE BATTLEFIELD IN FOR HONOR® MARCHING FIRE, LAUNCHING OCTOBER 16

FOUR NEW HEROES FROM THE FAR EAST ENTER THE BATTLEFIELD IN FOR HONOR® MARCHING FIRE, LAUNCHING OCTOBER 16

Includes New Faction, 4v4 Game Mode, Unlimited PvE Content, Significant Graphical Enhancements and more on dedicated Australian servers

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — June 13, 2018 —Ubisoft has announced Marching Fire, a new update coming to For Honor®. Marching Fire introduces the game’s largest post-launch content update and includes the new Wu Lin faction, a new 4v4 PvP mode, unlimited PvE content and more. The update will be available October 16 on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including Xbox One X and Windows PC.

Available as part of the Marching Fire update are four new heroes of the Wu Lin – a new faction inspired by ancient Chinese martial arts. The four new heroes include the Tiandi, the Jiang Jun, the Nuxia and the Shaolin, who have traveled from the east to escape a civil war that has consumed their homeland following the cataclysm. Each consumed by their own motivations, ranging from betrayal to personal tragedies, these Wu Lin heroes bring a brand-new set of weaponry and fighting styles to add more versatility to the battlefield. All Wu Lin heroes can be recruited using in-game Steel following an initial exclusivity period.

Players will have access to the four warriors of the Wu Lin, alongside the existing roster of 18 heroes in a brand-new 4v4 PvP game mode, Breach. The mode will be free for all players and is playable across three new maps, allowing players to live the fantasy of storming or protecting a well-fortified castle armed with ballistae and cauldrons of fire as well as archers and a heavily armoured ruler looking to protect his land. Attackers and defenders must strategically maneuver the battlefield as they escort or attempt to destroy a battering ram to gain access to the castle.

Marching Fire will also introduce new unlimited PvE content playable in single-player and two-player online co-op. This new PvE mode will be available as part of the paid bundle, which also includes the Wu Lin heroes. More details about the PvE content and the paid bundle will be revealed soon.

Finally, all players will also benefit from free graphical enhancements that will improve the in-game textures, introduce a revamped lighting system and new sky gradients and also provide further quality of life improvements including an updated user interface

In celebration of the Marching Fire announcement, all PC players can get the For Honor PC Starter Edition for free via Uplay or from the Ubisoft Store June 11–18. The PC Starter Edition gives players full access to all multiplayer game modes and the campaign mode, as well as the three Vanguard heroes with additional heroes being recruitable using in-game Steel. All PC versions of the game will also be on sale for up to 75% off through June 18. Console players can take advantage of the up-to-75% discount on For Honor on Xbox One until June 17 and PlayStation®4 system until June 19.

Developed by Ubisoft Montreal in collaboration with other Ubisoft studios,* For Honor offers an engaging campaign and thrilling multiplayer modes. Players embody warriors of the three Great Factions – the bold Knights, the brutal Vikings and the deadly Samurai – fighting to the death on intense and believable melee battlefields. The Art of Battle, the game’s innovative combat system that puts players in total control of their warriors, allows them to utilise the unique skills and combat style of each hero to vanquish all enemies who stand in their way. With new training modes and dedicated servers, there has never been a better time to play For Honor.

For more information about For Honor, please visit forhonorgame.com and follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ForHonorGame and on Twitter at twitter.com/ForHonorGame.

For the latest about For Honor and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.

*Associate Ubisoft studios include Quebec, Toronto and Blue Byte. Additional development from Studio Gobo.

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 For Honor logo, Ubisoft, and the Ubisoft logo are registered or unregistered trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the US and/or other countries.

UBISOFT BRINGS BACK A FAN FAVOURITE WITH TRIALS® RISING

UBISOFT BRINGS BACK A FAN FAVOURITE WITH TRIALS® RISING

The Most Ambitious Title in the Series to Date Offers Hours of Epic Rides Around the World and Never-Ending Competition 

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA June 13, 2018 —Ubisoft has revealed Trials® Rising, the newest iteration of the gripping Trials motorcycle platform series. The game will be released worldwide in February 2019 on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, Nintendo SwitchTM and Windows PC.

Ubisoft RedLynx, a studio based in Helsinki (Finland), returns with the biggest and most compelling sequel of the franchise to date, combining the classic demanding gameplay, a fresh look, more competition and over-the-top action praised by fans, plus all-new features. The game was developed with Ubisoft Kiev (Ukraine) in collaboration with Ubisoft Odessa (Ukraine).

Set in new epic locations around the world and featuring more tracks than ever before, Trials Rising lets riders travel the world and put their skills to the test through various levels of difficulty, beat the competition, grow their fame under the eyes of experienced sponsors and work to become Trials champions. While enjoying the view of the Eiffel Tower or riding along the Great Wall of China, riders won’t be able to resist the thrill of astonishing exploits and fails on their way.

From local backyard competitions to the biggest stadiums on the world stage, each player is the master of their own fate and must compete against other players as fully visualised ghosts or in real-time local and online multiplayer. Getting to the top of the leaderboard isn’t the only path to success: with the new Contracts feature, sponsors reward players as they progress through their career, with new challenges to achieve at every step.

Trials Rising also adds an exciting new Tandem Bike multiplayer mode for players to expand their coordination skills and ride with their friends. Two riders, one bike, looking for the perfect line on an over-the-top, action-packed track: surprises and hilarity to ensue!

Players will also have the freedom to customise their rider and bike gear with unlimited possibilities. Everybody can share their custom gear with the community and will earn in-game rewards when other players use them. Trials Rising hearkens back to the franchise’s roots and brings back the core gameplay fans know and love. Powered by the community’s feedback, the team crafted an always-on game that guarantees never-ending experiences.

Players and fans can start registering now to take part in the forthcoming closed beta at trialsgame.com/beta. Registered gamers will have a chance to play the game and provide feedback to help the dev team deliver the most immersive and enjoyable experience at launch.

For the latest news on Trials Rising and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a leading creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and services, with a rich portfolio of world-renowned brands, including Assassin’s Creed, Just Dance, Tom Clancy’s video game series, Rayman, Far Cry and Watch Dogs. The teams throughout Ubisoft’s worldwide network of studios and business offices are committed to delivering original and memorable gaming experiences across all popular platforms, including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs. For the 2017–18 fiscal year Ubisoft generated sales of €1,732 million. To learn more, please visit http://www.ubisoft.com.

About Ubisoft RedLynx

Ubisoft RedLynx is located in Finland and is best known for its award winning and best-selling physics-based racing series Trials®. Previous installments such as Trials Evolution® and Trials Fusion® amazed the fans with innovative gameplay and a strong focus on the community and user generated content. In 2014 Trials Frontier® brought the series to mobile platforms for the first time, having resulted in over 65 million downloads since its launch. In 2017 the team released South Park™: Phone Destroyer™, which was developed in collaboration with South Park Digital Studios and combines real-time battles and collectible cards. The studio continues to put its energy into exciting the fans of the Trials franchise, and also expanding its portfolio of groundbreaking titles on all platforms.

© 2018 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered or unregistered trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the US and/or other countries. Trials is a trademark of RedLynx in the US and/or other countries. RedLynx is a Ubisoft Entertainment company.

THE ULTIMATE PARTY GAME RETURNS WITH JUST DANCE 2019

THE ULTIMATE PARTY GAME RETURNS WITH JUST DANCE 2019

Celebrate every moment with 40 new hot tracks and 400+ more in Just Dance® Unlimited

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – June 13, 2018 – Ubisoft® has announced that Just Dance® 2019, the newest installment of the #1 Music Videogame Franchise Of All Time*, will be available October 25 in Australia and New Zealand on most gaming platforms, including Nintendo Switch™, Wii U™, Wii™, Xbox One, Xbox 360, and PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. Ubisoft also announced that the Just Dance® World Cup will return with its 5th annual competition, this time heading to Brazil for the Grand Finals in early 2019.

Just Dance 2019 brings the party to players with 40 new songs ranging from chart-toppers like “Finesse (Remix)” by Bruno Mars ft. Cardi B and k-pop classic “Bang Bang Bang” by BIGBANG. Plus, keep the party going with one-month access to over 400 more songs through Just Dance® Unlimited, the dance-on-demand streaming service, included with every copy of Just Dance 2019**! New for this year, Just Dance partnered with creative experts from around the world, like French street artist Chanoir and Spanish stop-motion studio Clay Animation to creating stunning universes for the game. More partnerships are to be announced alongside new songs soon!

The first songs revealed at E3 include:

  • Finesse (Remix) – Bruno Mars Ft. Cardi B
  • Bum Bum Tam Tam – MC Fioti, Future, J Balvin, Stefflon Don, Juan Magan
  • Bang Bang Bang – BIGBANG
  • Mad Love – Sean Paul, David Guetta Ft. Becky G
  • Shaky Shaky – Daddy Yankee
  • Dame Tu Cosita – El Chombo ft. Cutty Ranks
  • OMG – Arash Ft. Snoop Dogg
  • Mi Mi Mi – Hit The Electro Beat 
  • Mama Mia – Mayra Verónica
  • Narco – Blasterjaxx & Timmy Trumpet
  • Fire – LLP Ft. Mike Diamondz
  • … and many more to come!

Just Dance 2019’s new interface algorithm learns players’ dancing preferences and habits and curates pre-made playlists and song suggestions, making the Just Dance experience more intuitive and personalised than ever before. Players can also stay up-to-date on community news and Just Dance Unlimited events all year long with the dynamic new home screen. Fan-favourite modes  also make their return, such as World Dance Floor (available on all current gen platforms), bringing more online multiplayer challenges to its 120 million players worldwide, the calorie-tracking Sweat Mode, and the Kids Mode, bringing eight new choreographies developed alongside childhood development experts.

Available on PS4 and Xbox One, the Just Dance Controller App makes the game more accessible for current-gen owners with its phone scoring technology that allows players to dance without any additional accessories like cameras, available for free on iOS and Android.

The Just Dance World Cup is also back, with the Grand Finals happening in Brazil in early 2019. Online qualifiers will be live in the Just Dance 2018 edition of the game from July 20th to August 26th on Nintendo Switch™, Wii U™, Xbox One, and PlayStation®4 and will be followed by national offline qualifiers in select countries. The list of the offline qualifier events and details on the Grand Finals will be unveiled soon on JustDanceWorldCup.com. The competition will be fierce once again as dancers compete to get one of the 18 coveted finalist slots in Brazil, and defeat the two-time World Champion, 18-year old Umutcan Tütüncü from Turkey.

For the latest information on Just Dance 2019, the Just Dance Controller app, or Just Dance Unlimited, please visit: www.justdancegame.com. Follow Just Dance on Twitter @JustDanceGame and use hashtag #JustDance2019.

* Source: NPD, GfK & GSD – August 2017
** Available on Wii U, Xbox One, PS4 and Nintendo Switch

About Just Dance Controller App
 
The free Just Dance Controller App enables players to use their smartphone to play the game without any peripherals or added console cameras. The app transforms the player’s smartphone into a motion sensor that tracks the accuracy of their moves and allows them to navigate through the game.

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.

TAKE ON THE TERRAIN AND DEFY GRAVITY IN THE CREW® 2 OPEN BETA JUNE 21 – 25, 2018

TAKE ON THE TERRAIN AND DEFY GRAVITY IN THE CREW® 2 OPEN BETA JUNE 21 – 25, 2018

Pre-Load Available Now 

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — June 13, 2018 — Ubisoft® has announced that the open beta for The Crew® 2 will be available from June 21, 6pm AEST to June 25, 6pm AEST on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X and Windows PC. Players eager to jump into the exhilarating US open world behind the wheel of their favourite cars, bikes, boats and planes can preload the open beta version now at thecrewgame.com/openbeta.

The open beta will introduce players to the game’s full open world, including unique regions and cities catering to all motorsports gameplay. By completing missions and challenges on the ground, on water and in the air, players will be able to progress through the first two levels unlocking new disciplines and vehicles as they earn more followers. Similar to the full game that will be available June 29, open beta content will be playable with up to three friends on the same platform in four-player co-op, or in single-player.

Developed by Ubisoft Ivory Tower,* a studio based in Lyon, France, The Crew 2 will let 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 non-stop competition and exploration. From coast to coast, drivers will 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 the land, on the water and in the air. They will 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.

The Crew 2 will launch worldwide on June 29, 2018 on PlayStation® 4 system, Xbox One and PC. Gold Edition owners can try the full The Crew 2 experience before it is released as part of an exclusive Play Early period starting June 26 on PlayStation® 4 system, Xbox One and PC just one day after the end of the open beta.

For racing fans, The Crew 2 Motor Edition is available exclusively on the Ubisoft Store from $149.95 AUD.

For more information about recommended PC specs and system requirements, please visit: https://news.ubisoft.com/article/the-crew-2-pc-specs-and-system-requirements-revealed. For the latest news on The Crew and all of Ubisoft’s games, please visit news.ubisoft.com. For more information about The Crew 2, please visit thecrewgame.com/ and please follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/thecrewgame.usa and on Twitter at twitter.com/TheCrewGame or hashtag #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.