SONY INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT UNVEILS LIMITED EDITION PLAYSTATION®4 AND HUGE DISCOUNTS DURING THE DAYS OF PLAY SALE 2018

Eleven days of incredible deals on hardware, games, services, peripherals and more kicks off on 8th June.

Sydney, May 30, 2018 – Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) today announced that Days of Play will be returning in 2018 offering gamers great savings across PlayStation® software, hardware and services. The Days of Play sale will take place from the 8^th to the 18^th June globally and this year includes incredible deals on a new PlayStation®4 (PS4™) Days of Play Limited Edition[1]. Featuring the iconic PlayStation shapes in a dazzling gold design, this 500GB HDD PS4 comes with an additional DUALSHOCK®4 wireless controller[2].

Within the Days of Play sale, PlayStation™Store (PS Store) are offering huge savings on AAA PS4 games from Sony Interactive Entertainment Worldwide Studios (SIE WWS) titles such as Horizon Zero Dawn™, Shadow of the Colossus and fastest-selling first party PS4 title God of War as well as third party titles such as Call of Duty®: WWII (Activision), Far Cry 5 (Ubisoft), Assassin’s Creed® Origins (Ubisoft) and Grand Theft Auto V (Rockstar Games).

In addition, the PlayStation®VR (PS VR) starter pack[3] – which includes what gamers need for fully immersive gaming – is offered alongside fantastic deals on a range of PS VR software, including SIE WWS titles Farpoint and Starblood Arena . Other offers include PS4 software bundles, hardware peripherals, including a range of DUALSHOCK®4s and the Platinum Wireless Headset.

Discounts will also apply to PlayStation services, including PlayStation®Plus (PS Plus) as well as on PlayStation®Gear, which offers a wide range of popular gaming merchandise, with new savings added throughout Days of Play.

Jim Ryan, Deputy President, and Head of Global Sales & Marketing, SIE said “It is great to see Days of Play returning in 2018. For us it’s all about thanking the fans – making sure they get the chance to play the latest blockbusters or enjoy completely new or enhanced experiences on PlayStation. This year even more PlayStation products will be offered at a great value by select retailers, along with launching a Limited Edition PS4, designed especially for Days of Play. It’s the passionate community which makes PlayStation the best place to play and Days of Play is our way of helping people discover new experiences and play more.”

Incredible deals on hardware, bundles and accessories across Europe, Australia & New Zealand include:

• 500 GB PS4 Days of Play Limited Edition  AUD $439.95 RRP
• PS VR Starter Pack and with bonus software title  AUD $349.95 RRP
• DUALSHOCK4 and Limited Edition DUALSHOCK4 from AUD $59.95 RRP
• Gold and Platinum Wireless Headset from AUD $89.95 RRP

Savings on AAA PS4 games from SIE WWS included in the Days of Play sale across Europe, Australia and New Zealand:

• God Of War     AUD $69.95 RRP
• GT Sport          AUD $24.95 RRP
• Shadow of Colossus     AUD 24.95 RRP
• Uncharted Lost Legacy           AUD $24.95 RRP
• Horizon Complete Edition AUD $39.95 RRP
• Uncharted 4    AUD $24.95 RRP
• Horizon Zero Dawn     AUD $24.95 RRP

To celebrate the Days of Play sale SIE is hosting a Days of (in selected territories across SIEE) Play competition” for the chance to win a PlayStation®4 Days of Play Limited Edition 500GB, PlayStation®VR Starter Pack, 12 month PS Plus membership and PS Store wallet top up every month for a year. The competition will be hosted on https://blog.eu.playstation.com/ and competition registration opens on the 29^th May and closes on the 8^th June at 10:00am and will run the eleven day duration of the Days of Play sale (8^th – 18^th June) in selected countries[4]. For further information on the competition mechanic and how to enter please visit  www.playstation.com/daysofplay.

Stay tuned to www.playstation.com/daysofplay for all the information you’ll need, and to check out all the deals that are available in your region to make it a summer of play.

ENDS
 
About Sony Interactive Entertainment

Recognised as a global leader in interactive and digital entertainment, Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is responsible for the PlayStation® brand and family of products and services. 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, PlayStation™Vue, and acclaimed PlayStation software titles from SIE Worldwide Studios. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, SIE is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Corporation and has global functions in California, London and Tokyo.

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[1] *PlayStation®4 Days of Play Limited Edition console available while stocks last. RRP: $439.95 AUD 8^th – 18^th June. After 18^th June RRP: $479.95 AUD.
[2] Days of Play offers vary by region. Days of Play Limited Edition 500GB HDD PS4™ available in Europe, Australia & New Zealand only.
[3] PlayStation®VR Starter Pack includes PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Camera and PlayStation® VR Worlds PlayStation™Store voucher code
[4] The ” Days of Play Competition” is open to persons aged 18 years or over who are residents of Austria, Australia, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, UK.

RIOT GAMES BRINGS LEAGUE OF LEGENDS  ESPORTS TOURNAMENT TO STATE THEATRE

Event Hospitality and Entertainment (EVENT) has joined forces with Riot Games to bring the international League of Legends esports tournament, Rift Rivals, to Australia for the very first time. League of Legends is played by over 100 million active users worldwide and the best teams across Oceania, Japan and Southeast Asia will compete in this four day event to be held at the State Theatre in Sydney from July 2-5.

The Rift Rivals League of Legends tournament is a premiere event that attracts millions of viewers from the Asia-Pacific region and tickets will sell quickly. Players like Oceania’s Shern “Shernfire” Tai from Dire Wolves, Japan’s Kyohei “Ceros” Yoshida from DetonatioN FocusMe, and SEA’s Nuttapong “G4” Menkasikan from Ascension Gaming will battle for glory, bragging rights and to see who holds the ultimate balance of power in the region.

EVENT General Manager of Entertainment, Luke Mackey said: “The EVENT team are passionate about bringing fans together for shared cultural and entertaining experiences. We are delighted to provide the League of Legends community a place to gather and compete on an international stage. This tournament is just the beginning of our esports offering, and we look forward to bringing more gaming events to our cinema and theatre audiences in the future.”

Daniel Ringland, Head of Oceanic Esports at Riot Games said: “Bringing Rift Rivals to this spectacular live venue on home turf would not be possible without EVENT. We know how important live tournaments are for our fans; they bring us together to share in the thrill of watching League of Legends played at the very highest level. The fact it’s Oceania’s three best teams competing is just icing on the cake.”

Tournament tickets go on sale Friday 1 June and start at $49, with an extremely limited amount of VIP tickets available which include playing a game on the Rift Rivals stage and backstage meet-and-greets with the pros and on-air talent.

For more information including schedules, on-ground activations and ticketing information visit statetheatre.com.au

About Event Hospitality & Entertainment:
Event Hospitality & Entertainment (EVENT) is Australia’s premier entertainment, hospitality and leisure company.  EVENT has origins dating back to 1910 and currently operates within the following business segments:

• Entertainment – Event Cinemas (Australia & New Zealand), Greater Union, BCC Cinemas, GU Film House,  Moonlight Cinemas, State Theatre Sydney and Cinestar (Germany)
• Hospitality and Leisure – QT Hotels & Resorts, Rydges Hotels, Atura Hotels and Thredbo Alpine Village

 About Riot Games

Riot Games was established in 2006 by entrepreneurial gamers who believe that player-focused game development can result in great games. Riot’s mission is to be the most player-focused company in the world.

 About League of Legends

League of Legends is a fast-paced & skill based competitive online game. Two teams of 5 powerful champions, each with a unique design and play-style, battle head-to-head across multiple battlefields and game modes. With an ever-expanding roster of champions, frequent updates and a thriving tournament scene, League of Legends offers endless replayability for players of every skill level. Over 100 million people globally play every month.

Newly-Formed Unbroken Studios Challenges Players to ‘Ride or Die’ with New First-Person Shooter Fractured Lands

Sign Up Now and Test Drive the Closed Beta Beginning 8 June

LOS ANGELES – 30 May, 2018 – Fractured Lands, a new first-person shooter, last-one-standing game, will be available on PC in paid Steam Early Access this summer 2018. Developed by Unbroken Studios, a team of senior industry veterans, instrumental in developing successful franchises including Battlefield, Medal of Honor, and Call of Duty, Fractured Lands is an intense, drive-to-survive deathmatch where the sound of your heart pounding is drowned out only by the roar of a sea of engines.

Strewn across a harsh, post-apocalyptic wasteland lie the weapons, gear, and fuel you’ll need to earn a blood-soaked victory. Beat down, gun down, and run down the competition to be the lone warrior standing. A closed beta for Fractured Lands is slated for the weekends of 8 June, 22 June, and 29 June. Interested players can register on the official website, fractured-lands.com.

Rise from the ashes of a post-apocalyptic world gone mad and become a deadly road warrior. Out-drive and out-gun a myriad of survivors in high-octane multiplayer manhunts where vehicular warfare injects a breakneck sense of speed and strategy into the Battle Royale landscape. Your vehicle is your greatest weapon, strongest armor and lifeline out in the wastelands. It can be mounted with scavenged upgrades, carry surplus inventory, and be used to mow down the competition. This makes it as integral to the experience as conventional arms, so stick to your ride, or even steal someone else’s wheels if you have to!

In a broken world, danger comes from all directions. Stay alert to the rev of distant engines, gunfire, and the fall of approaching footsteps. Savage wastelanders hunt you down from every angle. You’ll need to keep an eye and ear out to take them on before they take you out. Knowing when to put pedal to the metal or jump out on foot is a calculated risk you must make. Scavenge weapons, armor, upgrades, and fuel. Stalk your enemies or make for cover and lay in wait. But don’t overlook the radioactive storm raging on the horizon. It closes in with each passing minute and will choke out even the toughest competitor.

“Fractured Lands is an experience that epitomizes our passion for this genre but also exemplifies both our experience in developing some of the best shooters in the world and our craving for something innovative, intense and gritty,” said Paul Ohanian, Chief Executive Officer, Unbroken Studios. “We’ve got so much on the horizon in terms of new content and features, including other last one standing modes, but most of all we’re excited to have gamers join the beta and directly impact our development.”

Whether battling the elements or other wastelanders, the objective remains the same: stay alive by any means necessary in this every-man-for-himself demolition derby.

For more information on Fractured Lands, please visit fractured-lands.com. Fans can also follow on Facebook and Twitter.

About Unbroken Studios

Based in Los Angeles, Unbroken Studios is comprised of veteran video game developers with proven expertise in the Action/Shooter category, responsible for developing multi-billion-dollar franchises including Medal of Honor, Battlefield, Call of Duty, God of War, and more.

To learn more about Unbroken Studios, please visit unbroken-studios.com

A NEW TRAILER FOR ONE PIECE WORLD SEEKER 

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe today revealed a new trailer of ONE PIECE WORLD SEEKER the most ambitious ONE PIECE game so far.

The story takes place on a mysterious island of the New world devasted by war. Jail Island used to be called Jewel Island because of the value of its minerals, used for technological wonders, it allowed the Island to grow and prosper but this blessing quickly poisoned the life of the residents … Robbers, Pirates and Invaders quickly heard of this safe heaven and made it a difficult place to live.

Countless lost their lives and homes before the World Government brought back order to the island but at what cost… A gigantic underwater installation and growing presence of the marine forces seem to confirm that something odd is going on.

However, some still have hope, and the arrival of the Straw Hat Crew might change everything.

Players will be able to play Luffy, using his Gomu Gomu no Mi (Gum-gum fruit) to investigate the island.  In addition to his Devil Fruit power to travel faster, different types of Haki will be available. The Kenbunshoku-no-haki (observation haki) to see the enemies from afar or the Busoshoku-no-haki (armament haki) to make Luffy’s attacks even more devastating.

Different foes will try to stop Luffy, from the Vinsmoke family to the vice-admiral Smoker and his crew, the battles promise to be epic!

ONE PIECE WORLD SEEKER will be available in 2018 on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC as part of the ONE PIECE Big Projects.

For more information regarding products from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu,  https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoEU, and join the conversation at https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoEU

Continue the adventure on:

• ONE PIECE Games Official Website: www.OnePiece-Game.com

• Official Facebook Page: /BandaiNamcoGames.Europe
• Official Twitter Account: @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 content for platforms including all major video game consoles, PC and mobile.  The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TEKKEN™, SOULCALIBUR™, DARK SOULS™, NARUTO™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, Dragon Ball, GALAGA™, RIDGE RACER™ and ACE COMBAT™. For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu

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READY? Mega Man 11 Charges Up with New Features for an October 2018 Release

May 30^th, 2018 – Capcom confirmed today that in celebration of the Mega Man series’ 30^th anniversary the iconic hero will return in brand new release Mega Man 11. Blending classic side-scrolling action gameplay with new features and a fresh new look, the Blue Bomber’s latest adventures will arrive on October 2, 2018 for PlayStation®4 system, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and Windows PC.

In the events of Mega Man 11, long-time mustachioed series villain Dr. Wily is back to his mischievous ways and has had a true flash of evil genius, deciding to invest in an ambitious idea from his time at Robot University where he studied alongside Dr. Light, Mega Man’s benevolent creator. Dr. Light, who also recalls this inventive idea, decides to upgrade Mega Man with this powerful prototype known as the Double Gear system, installing it into his circuits and expanding his abilities for the greatest fight yet for everlasting peace. In a new trailer released today, available on the Capcom Press Centre, fans can get a first look at the all-new Double Gear system as well as formal introductions to two of the game’s new Robot Master bosses: the egotistical brick-building Block Man and the electrifying speed demon Fuse Man.

The veteran development team behind this new entry has retained the series’ core gameplay gamers have come to know and love. Jump, slide, shoot, and more through challenging stages and Robot Masters. Defeating them and absorbing their powers is the heart of the game and swapping between all the new powers is now easier and faster than ever through a useful weapon wheel. The Double Gear system in Mega Man 11 adds a unique new twist on the satisfying platforming action, offering options to enhance Mega Man’s speed and power on the fly.

• Speed Gear – Introduces the ability to slow the flow of time, a useful tool for many situations such as navigating tricky platforming sections or avoiding fast-moving enemies or obstacles.
• Power Gear – Allows players to charge the Mega Buster to a new level, and weapon-based abilities become even more robust.
• Double Gear – When at critical health, Mega Man will gain access to a hidden ability to activate both gears simultaneously, unleashing maximum power and allowing for deft maneuvers in the direst situations.

In addition to Mega Man 11, fans of the Blue Bomber have a lot to look forward to in this mega year with Mega Man Legacy Collection 1 + 2 on Nintendo Switch newly released this month, with all 10 of the original series now playable on the platform.

About Capcom

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices.  Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games including ground-breaking franchises Resident Evil®, Street Fighter®, Monster Hunter™, Ace Attorney®, Mega Man® and Devil May Cry®. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, U.K., France, Germany, Tokyo, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Korea, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan.  More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or www.capcom-unity.com.

Celebrate 30 years of Street Fighter with the launch of Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection Today

May 30^th, 2018 – Hadoken your way through gaming history with Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection, available today for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. This collection of 12 arcade-perfect Street Fighter games encapsulates a walk down memory lane with the video game phenomenon that impacted arcade culture, established the fighting game genre, and paved the way for esport events such as Capcom Pro Tour.

Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection marks the first time many of these arcade essentials are playable on consoles and PC. Street Fighter players can recreate the classic arcade gaming experience by competing against the CPU and friends locally or challenge an opponent online in four online-supported games. An ultimate tribute to Street Fighter arcade legacy, this all-in-one package includes 12 classic titles with arcade-perfect balancing including:

• Street Fighter
• Street Fighter II
• Street Fighter II: Champion Edition
• Street Fighter II: Hyper Fighting*
• Super Street Fighter II
• Super Street Fighter II: Turbo*
• Street Fighter Alpha
• Street Fighter Alpha 2
• Street Fighter Alpha 3*
• Street Fighter III
• Street Fighter III: 2nd Impact
• Street Fighter III: Third Strike*

*Online play and Training Mode supported

While the collection stays true to the original arcade experiences, Street Fighter 30^th Anniversary Collection also includes some new features and options. New since the original arcade versions is a robust Training Mode that offers numerous options for players to customize their experience and train more effectively for their next match. Some of the options that are universal amongst all four games are the ability to turn on damage display, input display, dummy controls, and more.

When players need a break from the action, the collection invites fans to explore the franchise’s history with early game design documents, see how their favorite characters have evolved through character bios and sprite viewers, and even listen to some of its most memorable soundtracks via the game’s built-in music player.

About Capcom

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices.  Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games including ground-breaking franchises Resident Evil®, Street Fighter®, Monster Hunter™, Ace Attorney®, Mega Man® and Devil May Cry®. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., Canada, U.K., France, Germany, Tokyo, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Korea, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan.  More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or www.capcom-unity.com.

Horror Game Agony Now Available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Steam

Walnut Creek, Calif. – May 29, 2018 – Madmind Studio today opens the gates of hell to those brave enough to seek redemption in Agony’s beast-ridden vision of the underworld, as the studio’s highly-anticipated debut is now available on Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC.

Agony hurls players into the depths of hell, challenging them to survive encounters with its twisted inhabitants while solving the riddle surrounding the Red Goddess, hell’s rumored architect and the sole entity with knowledge of how to escape eternal damnation. Enduring Agony’s nightmarish environments and encounters isn’t as hopeless as it seems however; perseverant sinners who prove stealthy enough to slip past their first meetings with hell’s guardians will gain the ability to possess demons and other souls, improving their chance of survival and making them a formidable opponent.

For more information, please visit http://agonygame.com/.

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About Agony
Agony features a full-fledged story mode as well as an open challenge system that randomly generates levels for players to explore and survive to gain new Highscores. In addition to featuring in countless “Most anticipated Horror Games 2018” lists, the kick starter financed title is set to challenge players with its brutal and malevolent environments. Agony throws players in the midst of hell where they strive to stay alive and solve the riddle behind the mysterious Red Goddess; architect of this place of sorrow and pain, and the sole entity with knowledge of how escape… but there is more to the story than it seems. Haunted by nightmare creatures, players gain the ability to possess demons and other souls to find their way out of hell.

About Madmind Studio
Madmind Studio is a game development studio created in 2016 by Tomasz Dutkiewicz. We are the team of game developers who are working for more than ten years in the video gaming industry. Our studio comprises veteran game developers, who have worked on numerous AAA titles, such as Witcher 3, The Division, Sniper: GW2, Alien Rage, Enemy front and more. The invaluable experience we have gained with these titles allows us to use this knowledge not only to translate it into high-quality titles but also to help and train new, passionate people who are just beginning their adventure with the gaming industry. At first, our studio only had nine people. The dynamic development of the company allowed us to double the number of employees employed. We are determined to create best possible, visually stunning games with a unique atmosphere.

Focus Home Interactive unveils its E3 2018 line-up

Focus Home Interactive is happy to unveil its exciting E3 2018 line-up! With closed-door presentations and hands-on demos, here is the full list of titles showcased at the Focus Home Interactive booth, West-Hall #4512, June 12-14:

• Insurgency: Sandstorm: play the sequel to the multi-million selling FPS Insurgency with the developers from New World Interactive, in a dedicated multiplayer session!
• Farming Simulator 19:  Shown for the very first time, see the newest entry in the farming phenomenon from GIANTS Software – including an exciting surprise to be announced at E3!
• The Surge 2: Check out 30 minutes of never-before-seen gameplay of the hardcore Action-RPG from Deck13, with an ambitious level design and combat more brutal than ever.
• A Plague Tale: Innocence: Meet orphan siblings Amicia and Hugo – as well as the hordes of rats hunting them – in a new gameplay walkthrough by developers from Asobo Studio.
• Call of Cthulhu: Lovecraft’s twisted universe comes alive in an exclusive walkthrough guided by the developers from Cyanide.
• GreedFall: Dive into the latest RPG from Spiders to discover a unique world shaped by the player’s political diplomacy, character relationships and critical choices.

Space Hulk: Tactics will be playable for the first time in face-to-face sessions with Cyanide developers in our Public Area, alongside hands-off sessions of Necromunda: Underhive Wars with developers Rogue Factor detailing all the new features. Developers from Vostok Games, the studio behind Fear the Wolves, will also attend E3 this year to answer all your questions during exclusive interviews.

Finally, you’ll be able to get your hands on some of our most recent and imminent releases – playable stations will be available for both journalists and the public to try out Vampyr (DONTNOD Entertainment), The Surge – Complete Edition (Deck13), and Spintires: MudRunner (Saber Interactive).

To see the complete E3 line-up of Focus Home Interactive with more info, please click here.

Focus Home Interactive is a French publisher based in Paris, France. Known for the quality, diversity and originality of its catalogue, Focus has published and distributed original titles that have become benchmark titles worldwide, available both in store and for download across the world. Focus publishes games on all major platforms, consoles and PC. The publisher’s catalogue will get even richer the coming months and years with eagerly awaited games such as Vampyr, Call of Cthulhu, Farming Simulator, Insurgency: Sandstorm, Necromunda: Underhive Wars, A Plague Tale: Innocence, The Surge 2, Spintires: MudRunner, Fear the Wolves, GreedFall and many more.

More information on the website: www.focus-home.com

INTELLIVISION® TO RELEASE NEW FAMILY VIDEO GAME CONSOLE

Industry Veteran Tommy Tallarico Named President of Intellivision Entertainment and Joins Forces with Original Intellivision Team Members
IRVINE, CA, May 29, 2018 – Intellivision® Entertainment is proud to announce that it will bring the concept of SIMPLE, AFFORDABLE, FAMILY & FUN back into homes across the world with the introduction of a brand new home video game console.  The original Intellivision system generated many “firsts” in the video game industry including the first 16-bit gaming machine, the first gaming console to offer digital distribution, the first to bring speech/voice to games, the first to license professional sports leagues and organizations and the first to be a dedicated game console and home computer.  Originally released in 1979, due to its popularity it was remarkably retailed across 3 decades and quickly sold millions of units.  The new Intellivision system (name TBA) will carry on the company tradition of “firsts” with its new concept, design and approach to gaming.

Video Games Live™ creator and 30 year video game industry veteran Tommy Tallarico has been named President of Intellivision Entertainment as the company turns its focus on a rebranding and reimagining for the 21^st century while still paying homage to its legacy roots.  “I grew up playing Intellivision with my parents and younger brother,” says Tallarico.  “It was always my favorite system because the games were cutting edge, yet fun and simple to play so our entire family could enjoy them together.  I find those important elements to generally be lacking from our industry with the current modern gaming consoles.  Our goal is to change that by focusing on bringing all age groups and levels of gamers and non-gamers together while introducing new generations of people to the legacy success of the Intellivision brand.”

Original Intellivision team members will also play important roles in the creation, development, software and design of the new platform.  Intellivision Entertainment Chairman Steve Roney and Intellivision Entertainment Vice President of Technology Bill Fisher have been involved with Intellivision since 1981.  Both Steve and Bill were programmers and designers for some of the first home video games to ever have voice/speech (Space Spartans© & B-17 Bomber©).  Other Intellivision members include original Game Design & Development Group Leader David Warhol, known for designing and producing over 25 Intellivision titles as well as designing, programming and composing for the first home console video game to ever have wall-to-wall continuous music (Thunder Castle©).  Eight year Intellivision veteran and Vice President Emily Reichbach Rosenthal will be heading up the Licensing Division, and longtime Intellivision contractor, tech guru and historian Paul Nurminen has been named Vice President of Product Development.

Details of the new console will be released on October 1, 2018 and followers can subscribe to updates at www.IntellivisionEntertainment.com.  The first 100,000 people to sign up on the website will get the exclusive opportunity to purchase a special and unique Limited Edition version of the console which will not be made available in stores.  An interactive Facebook Live event to answer questions from fans is scheduled for Thursday, May 31^st at noon pacific at: www.facebook.com/IntellivisionEntertainment.  Interviews about the new console can be scheduled by contacting [email protected].  In-person interviews will take place in the National Videogame Museum – South Hall Booth #701 during the 2018 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles.

INTELLIVISION FACTS & FIRSTS

• Intellivision was the first 16-bit game console, a full 2 generations before it became the industry standard.
• The original Intellivision system was so popular that it sold across 3 decades (1979 – 1990).
• The Intellivision control disc was the predecessor to what later became the industry standard directional pad (D-Pad).  It was also the first game console to allow for 16 directions while offering 4 action buttons and a 12-button keypad, which opened up greater game play options and control.
• The Intellivision was the first video game console that had a built in PAUSE feature.
• The very first video game to have speech/voice was the 1979 Intellivision release of Major League Baseball.
• Intellivision was the first console which incorporated professional sports licensing for its sports games, the boxes were emblazoned with official logos from Major League Baseball (MLB), National Football League (NFL), National Hockey League (NHL), National Basketball Association (NBA),  Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA), North American Soccer League (NASL), Professional Bowlers Association (PBA), American Backgammon Players Association (ABPA), the United States Chess Federation (USCF) and the U.S. Ski Team.
• Intellivision had the largest home console software library in the world with the release of their cross-platform “System Changer” device that allowed Atari® 2600 games to be played on the Intellivision system.
• 30 years ahead of its time, the Intellivision was the very first game console to offer digital distribution of video games through the PlayCable service.  The PlayCable adapter connected to the Intellivision cartridge port and allowed the downloading of games through a cable TV subscription.  New York Yankee legend and Hall of Famer Mickey Mantle was the TV and print ad spokesmen for the product which was released in 1981.
• With the release of the Keyboard Component, Intellivision became the first video game system that was able to be used and turned into a home computer.
• The Intellivision game Utopia© was the very first “real time strategy” and city building/god game.
• Intellivision was responsible for the first “Console War” when it launched a national ad campaign against then rival Atari®, by using side-by-side comparisons with journalist George Plimpton as its spokesman.

WEBSITE
www.IntellivisionEntertainment.com

RUNESCAPE’S TOUGHEST BOSS YET EMERGES FROM THE LOST GROVE

Groups of up to seven players can take on the challenge of facing Solak, while the Guardian of the Lost Grove comes to life with new AR codes

Cambridge, UK – May 29, 2018 – The tormented ‘Guardian of The Lost Grove’, Solak, has today returned to the RuneScape world of Gielinor after many millennia. The first new group boss to launch in RuneScape since January 2017, Solak is a high-level, end-game character that can be fought against in a couple of ways, allowing either a challenging or accessible experience: a two-player mode and a group mode for between one and seven players.

While no specific level requirements are needed to battle Solak, adventurers looking to take on the Guardian should ensure they gather together a strong team with high-level combat gear. Should Solak be released from the evil elf spirit that controls him, players will be rewarded with new, powerful crossbows and access to new pets – the creatures of the grove.

Solak has also debuted in the real world thanks to a brand-new AR experience, with the release of two Snapcodes that bring the Guardian of the Lost Grove to life!

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About Jagex

A leader in creating deep and engaging live games, Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 250 million player accounts to its world. Today the RuneScape franchise exists beyond running games in live operations; our titles are living games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds. Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and coming to mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly-active worlds and our community-focused development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped. Now we’re expanding and extending our portfolio with fresh franchise titles and new IP to bring life to the living games of the future. Jagex employs over 320 people at its Cambridge headquarters. In 2016 Jagex became part of Fukong Interactive Entertainment, a global games group publicly listed in China. Career information can be found at www.jagex.com.

About RuneScape

Step into a medieval fantasy world that’s packed with epic adventures, fascinating characters and a passionate community that helps to mold the game itself. Unashamedly British in humor, RuneScape embraces an unconventional world where you’re free to play and explore the way you want to. An MMO unlike any other – become the hero you were born to be at www.runescape.com.