WORLDS COLLIDE AND CHAOS ENSUES AS BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA INC. RELEASES ACCEL WORLD VS. SWORD ART ONLINE

Build A Dream Team with Your Favorite Characters from ACCEL WORLD and Sword Art Online to Bring Peace to Worlds in Turmoil

SANTA CLARA, Calif., (July 7, 2017) – BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., the premier publisher of anime video games today announced that it has launched ACCEL WORLD VS. SWORD ART ONLINE in the Americas, digitally for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and PlayStation® Vita handheld entertainment system.

The virtual and accelerated worlds have collided! Sword Art Online’s Svart Alfheim and the Accelerated World have begun to merge, and in the midst of the chaos, Yui has gone missing. Join Kirito and over 30 playable characters, as they challenge the Seven Kings of Pure Color from the Accelerated World to gain access to Yui’s location. Players from both groups come together in a war of the worlds where the strongest Burst Linkers and ALO Players are on a mission to save Yui from the hands of Persona Vabel, a mysterious figure who lives a thousand years in the future.

ACCEL WORLD VS. SWORD ART ONLINE is a dream anime crossover bringing together characters from two of Reki Kawahara’s celebrated franchises — ACCEL WORLD and SWORD ART ONLINE. The game features a large roster of characters from the anime and light novel series enabling fans to build out a three-person dream team with their favorite characters and utilize their special abilities in battle from both ACCEL WORLD and SWORD ART ONLINE. By mixing and matching characters from both worlds, players will be able to create an unstoppable team as they embark on an epic action role-playing game adventure. Players will also be able to team-up with three other friends to battle rivals in fierce online multiplayer modes. Additionally, through the use of a new Switch System built in to ACCEL WORLD VS. SWORD ART ONLINE, players can enjoy fast-paced battles while switching to different characters, enabling them to chain together long combos with no stop to the action on screen.

“The ACCEL WORLD and SWORD ART ONLINE series are known to the world for its incredible action and intriguing storylines that have entertained countless fans,” said Eric Hartness, Vice President of Marketing at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. “We’re excited to bring these two popular anime series together in ACCEL WORLD VS. SWORD ART ONLINE, creating a truly unique action RPG experience for fans to enjoy this summer.”

ACCEL WORLD VS. SWORD ART ONLINE is rated “T” for “TEEN” by the ESRB and is available now for purchase digitally via the PlayStation®Network at a MSRP of $59.99 for PlayStation 4 and $39.99 for PlayStation Vita. The Launch Edition of ACCEL WORLD VS. SWORD ART ONLINE is also available now. Fans who purchase the game before August 8th will receive the ACCEL WORLD VS. SWORD ART ONLINE Launch Edition that includes two exclusive DLC packs – the Ordinal Scale Pack and the SAO Origins Pack, which enables access to playable characters, Yuna and Sachi, and additional costumes. For more information regarding BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc.’s other products please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.com, or join us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS, or join the conversation at on Twitter at: https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoUS.

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About BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc.
BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., 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®, and ACE COMBAT®. BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. is the premier publisher in the Western hemisphere for anime based video games including NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, DRAGON BALL Z®, and ONE PIECE®. More information about the company and its products can be found at http://www.bandainamcoent.com, www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS or https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoUS.

NEW PUBLISHING RANGE EXPANDS THE UNIVERSE OF ASSASSIN’S CREED^® ORIGINS 

Ubisoft^® has announced the publishing lineup for Assassin’s Creed^® Origins, including a novel, a comic miniseries, an art book and an official guide, all of which will be published worldwide starting this fall. These pieces will allow fans to step further into the world of Assassin’s Creed^® Origins and deepen their knowledge of the game and lore.

Ubisoft’s broadening publishing collection aspires to provide fans with a wide variety of exclusive insights into our many worlds. The vast universe of Assassin’s Creed^® Origins will be expanded beyond the game to explore: Bayek’s youth, the first years of the Assassins Order, the artwork behind the beautiful and mysterious landscapes of Ancient Egypt, and an official guide for hardcore players.

Assassin’s Creed^® Origins Desert Oath, a novel published by Ubisoft & Penguin Books and written by Oliver Bowden in collaboration with the development team, is a prequel happening before the story of the game. It portrays a young Bayek following his father’s footsteps, leaving the peace of his hometown, Siwa, in search of answers. Follow Bayek through a journey that will take him along the Nile and across a country in turmoil as he faces the dangers and mysteries of the Medjay’s path.

A miniseries of four official Assassin’s Creed^® Origins Comics written by Anne Toole and published by Titan Comics will explore the first years of the Assassins’ Order, crossing over to new territories and introducing new characters as well as notable historical figures.

The Art of Assassin’s Creed^® Origins, an art book published by Titan Books, will transport readers back into Ancient Egypt, one of the most mysterious places in history. Readers will explore the world of Assassin’s Creed^® Origins as they discover its secrets and forgotten myths and learn more about the characters, enemies, weapons and majestic landscapes of the game through a vast collection of art, including: concept sketches, city plans, character studies, and fully rendered paintings along with comments and notes from the artists and developers.

The Complete Official Guide, a guidebook published by PRIMA Games, is an indispensable tool for dedicated players. The guide contains a general weapons and equipment guide and a 100% completion walkthrough along with detailed maps flagged with all locations, collectibles and targets. Owners of the Complete Official Guide will also have exclusive access to a mobile-friendly e-guide version optimized for a second-screen experience.

Assassin’s Creed Origins will be released worldwide on October 27, 2017 for the Xbox One family of devices including Xbox One, Xbox One S and Xbox One X when it launches on November 7, PlayStation^®4 Pro computer entertainment system, PlayStation^®4 computer entertainment system and Windows PC.

For more information on Assassin’s Creed^®, please visit: assassinscreed.com
For the latest news on Assassin’s Creed^® Origins and all of Ubisoft’s games, visit the UbiBlog: http://www.ubiblog.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 2016-17 fiscal year Ubisoft generated sales of €1,460 million. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoft.com.

© 2013-2017 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Assassin’s Creed, Ubisoft, and the Ubisoft logo are trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the US and/or other countries.

Step inside Monster Hunter: World in the brand new gameplay video!

Capcom have just released a brand new gameplay video for Monster Hunter: World. The video takes a deeper look at how one of the upcoming title’s quests unfolds as players set off on their journey to defeat the giant new monster, Anjanath, in the lush and leafy paradise of the Ancient Forest. Step into the gameplay adventure here now!

Monster Hunter: World sees players take on the role of a hunter that completes various quests to hunt and slay monsters within a lively living and breathing eco-system full of predators…and prey. In the video you can see some of the creatures you can expect to come across within the New World, the newly discovered continent where Monster Hunter: World is set, including the Great Jagras which has the ability to swallow its prey whole and one of the Monster Hunter series favourites, Rathalos.

Players are able to utilise survival tools such as the slinger and Scoutfly to aid them in their hunt. By using these skills to their advantage hunters can lure monsters into traps and even pit them against each other in an epic fierce battle. Can our hunter successfully survive the fight and slay the Anjanath? He’ll need to select his weapon choice carefully from 14 different weapon classes and think strategically about how to take the giant foe down. Don’t forget to pack the camouflaging ghillie suit!

The brand new gameplay video is available to download now from www.capcomeuro-press.com or check it out on our official Monster Hunter YouTube channel.

Monster Hunter: World comes to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in Early 2018. A PC release will follow at a later date. If you’re coming to GamesCom then come and see us to experience the hunt for the first time yourselves!

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.

Capcom, the Capcom logo, Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter and Resident Evil are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd., in the U.S. or other countries. Street Fighter is a registered trademark of Capcom U.S.A., Inc. “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Xbox One is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

GAME MODE INTRODUCTION RELEASE DATE: 29^TH SEPTEMBER 2017

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment reveals today the game modes that will be part of GUNDAM VERSUS and the official Release Date on 29^th September 2017 PlayStation®4 in Australia and New Zealand.

The new instalment for the series will provide both solo and multiplayer modes with tutorial and free mode that will help the player to master the art of fighting.

Solo play: enjoy and practice the battle
Free battle: fight against the CPU, setup your mobile suit, team information stage, BGM and much more.
Trial Battle: Challenge up to 10 mission, face gigantic bosses in original story scenarios
Ultimate battle: Fight for survival against waves of CPU opponent – available in multiplayer mode as well.
Multiplayer: Invite your friends to join the battle
Casual match1VS1/2VS2 or 3VS: Increase the number of opponents/allies and fight against/with them
Ultimate BattleExtra Battle: trigger this mode destroying a specific amount of units and join up to 6 players Online
Player match Custom Rooms: create your set of rules and customize your online experience
Ranked Match:worldwide matching fight against player with the same rank as yours

GUNDAM VERSUS is currently rated PEGI 12 [PROVISIONAL]. The game will be released on 29^th September 2017 for the PlayStation®4 system

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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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CALL OF DUTY: INFINITE WARFARE ABSOLUTION DLC AVAILABLE NOW, FIRST ON PLAYSTATION®4

Absolution Features Content for All Types of Players, Including Four New Multiplayer Maps that Reward a Variety of Different Call of Duty Play Styles

New Zombies Co-Op Experience “Attack of the Radioactive Thing!” Takes Players to the 1950s, Stars Cassandra Peterson Reprising Her Iconic Role of Elvira, Mistress of the Dark

July 7, 2017 – Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare Absolution, the third DLC Map Pack for 2016’s No. 1 top-selling console video game in the United States (excluding hardware bundle sales), is available now on the PlayStation®Network for the PlayStation®4 interactive entertainment system. Published by Activision and developed by Infinity Ward, Absolution features four new, diverse multiplayer maps that are designed to showcase the diverse play styles experienced within the game. The DLC pack also includes “Attack of the Radioactive Thing!” with actress Cassandra Peterson starring as Elvira in a 1950s Creature Feature zombies experience.

“No matter your play style, whether you’re a sniper from long range or love close-quarters combat, our team has designed the new maps in Absolution to be fun for all players,” said Dave Stohl, Studio Head of Infinity Ward. “And with Attack of the Radioactive Thing!, the twisted zombies storyline heads into another crazy setting now in the 1950s, straight from the classic horror movies of the era. It’s a beachside town completely demolished by a new type of enemy we hope our fans will love, along with waves of the undead and all-new weapons and traps to engage with.”

Attack of the Radioactive Thing!, the next action-packed chapter of the Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare zombies story, once again features the return of Willard Wyler, the merciless movie director villain portrayed with voice and likeness by Paul Reubens (Pee-wee’s Big Holiday, Gotham). Wyler has trapped the four protagonists inside an all-new horror film in the style of the classic, Creature Feature movies from the 1950s. Players will fight against a new array of zombie enemies across a ravaged beach town where a government science experiment has transformed the residents into flesh-devouring zombies and introduced a new biological menace into the city. Additionally, horror movie icon Elvira, played with voice and likeness by Cassandra Peterson (Elvira: Mistress of the Dark, Elvira’s Movie Macabre), will help players survive and give them gameplay tips and side quests with her unique Elvira style. New weapons, traps and more, will augment the hallmark Call of Duty zombies action fans know and love, with Seth Green (Robot Chicken, Austin Powers) as “the Scientist;” Ike Barinholtz (Neighbors, Suicide Squad) as “the Rebel;” Jay Pharoah (White Famous, Saturday Night Live) as “the Soldier;” and Sasheer Zamata (Saturday Night Live, Pizza Mind) as “the School Girl,” all making a return from the ongoing story in this all-new experience.

In addition to Attack of the Radioactive Thing!, Absolution will also include four new multiplayer maps:

• Bermuda – A shantytown created around the remnants of a crashed ship, Bermuda allows players to duck, dive, and wall ride from the fish market to the lighthouse in this small to medium sized map that’s been water-wasted and sandblasted.
• Permafrost – Set within the chill of a frozen city skyline, Permafrost lets players stick to the ground and pick their plan of attack in one of three main lanes. They will traverse the map, moving from street side to train station, and hobo village to wrecked theatre house in this small, tight-quarters map.
• Fore – In Fore, the only thing miniature about this large map is the golf courses players will be fighting in. Fore features great visual variety as players swing around the sights and sounds of areas that brandish magical forests, giant creamsicles, and elevated castle walls.
• Ember – Located near an old town castle, Ember is a remake of the Modern Warfare® 3 classic map Resistance, featuring old world aesthetics retrofitted with modern technology. The surroundings include lava, gallows and a torture room, where players will want to stick close to their teammates.

Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare Absolution DLC Map Pack is available for a great value via the Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare Season Pass, which can be purchased on its own or obtained as part of the Legacy Pro or Digital Deluxe editions of the game. Season Pass gives discounted access to all four Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare DLC Map Packs released during 2017 (discount based on a Season Pass suggested retail price of AUD$64.95/NZD$69.95, and four individual DLC Map Packs at a suggested retail price of AUD$19.95/NZD$22.95 each). Upon purchase, Season Pass owners also receive three new base weapons, as well as 10 Rare Supply Drops and 1,000 bonus Salvage Credits to craft new prototype weapons.

Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare is published by Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. [NASDAQ: ATVI], and developed by Infinity Ward. Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare Absolution releases today, first for the PlayStation 4 interactive entertainment system, with other platforms to follow. The game is rated MA15+ for Mature (Blood, Intense Language, Strong Violence).

For more information, please visit www.callofduty.com. Fans can also follow @CallofDuty on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.

Simutronics and Tilting Point Release SIEGE: Titan Wars for iOS and Android

The creators of Lara Croft: Relic Run and One Epic Knight return with a real-time army vs. army battler

NEW YORK – July 6, 2017 – Today Stillfront’s studio Simutronics and co-publisher Tilting Point launch SIEGE: Titan Wars as a free download on iOS and Android. Created by the team behind Lara Croft: Relic Run, One Epic Knight and other classics, SIEGE: Titan Wars brings fierce, fast and relentless action to the competitive mobile games scene, letting players summon massive armies and imposing Titans with devastating abilities against one another in real-time combat.

Key features of SIEGE: Titan Wars include:

• Epic Single-lane Battles: Engage in massive tug-of-war-style army vs. army battles where strategic unit placement can mean the difference between thrilling victory and crushing defeat.
• Powerful Titans Turn the Tide of Combat: Summon mighty Titans and use their special abilities to turn the tide of combat and crush your opponent’s army.
• Unleash Unique Spell and Warrior Combos: Customize your army from dozens of formidable Warrior and Spell cards to overcome your competition’s strategies.
• Global Competitive Rank: Pit your army against others from around the world and earn Victory Points to climb the ranks.
• Join a Clan, Become Legend: Join or create a clan to share cards and cultivate your own community.
• Become a Seasoned Warrior: Watch replays to hone your skills and analyze your opponent’s tactics.
• Enjoy Breathtaking 3D Graphics at a 60fps frame rate supported by explosive sound design.

“SIEGE: Titan Wars perfectly reflects our passion for creating unforgettable multiplayer experiences for a massive international community of players,” David Whatley, CEO of Simutronics, comments.

“It’s an honor to work with a veteran developer with such an ambitious vision; we feel the possibilities are endless,” Samir El Agili, Chief Product Officer of Tilting Point, comments. “We’re thrilled to share SIEGE: Titan Wars with a global audience.”

“I congratulate David and his crew at Simutronics and the entire Tilting Point team for the launch of SIEGE: Titan Wars. It is a truly amazing game, and I look forward to players around the world enjoying SIEGE: Titan Wars,” Jörgen Larsson, CEO of Stillfront Group, comments.

For more information, visit: http://siegetitanwars.com
Follow @SIEGETitanWars on Twitter
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ABOUT SIMUTRONICS
Simutronics is one of the longest-running independent game development studios in North America. As a pioneer in massively multiplayer games, Simutronics has made persistent worlds that people continue to play today, as well as award-winning top grossing mobile games. Simutronics is based in St. Louis, Missouri, and its team consists of over 30 creative and enthusiastic people. www.simutronics.com

ABOUT TILTING POINT
Tilting Point is a new-generation games partner for top independent development studios. Tilting Point empowers developers with expert resources, services and operational support to give carefully selected games mainstream success. The company adheres to a core philosophy of putting development talent first, advancing industry-leading analytics, and overcoming discoverability hurdles with aggressive, best-in-class marketing. www.tiltingpoint.com

ABOUT STILLFRONT
Stillfront is a group of independent creators, publishers and distributors of digital games – with a vision to become the leading group of indie game creators and publishers. Stillfront operates through seven near-autonomous subsidiaries: Bytro Labs in Germany, Coldwood Interactive in Sweden, Power Challenge in the UK and Sweden, Dorado Online Games in Malta, Simutronics in the United States, Babil Games in UAE and Jordan and eRepublik in Ireland and Romania. Stillfront’s games are distributed globally. The main markets are France, UK, Germany, the United States and MENA. For further information, please visit www.stillfront.com.