Powerful Skills Revealed in New Extinction Trailer

Devs Detail Combat and Traversal Tactics Found in Extinction Skill Tree

Sydney, December 15, 2017 — Today, Iron Galaxy releases a new Extinction featurette narrated by Executive Producer of the game, Derek Neal. Extinction is due to release this coming Spring. In the new video, Derek gives us a look at some useful skills players can equip to quickly eradicate the massive Ravenii threatening the kingdom of Dolorum.

Choices matter in Extinction. It’s up to our hero, Avil, to use his powers to transport civilians to safety while also slaying his foes and completing other necessary objectives. Ground and air minions – known as Jackals and Vultures – each have to be dealt with in their own ways, but it’s the armoured Ravenii that require extra-special attention. One wrong move could mean death for the townspeople or destruction for the cities.

As seen in the Skills & Strategy video, there are a number of upgrades obtained through the game’s skill tree that will aid Avil tremendously, giving him an advantage over the many elite Ravenii he will battle. Some of these include the Rune Slowdown and Air Recovery abilities. One of the most important skills in the game, Rune Slowdown allows Avil to essentially freeze time, buying a few precious seconds to focus on a particularly difficult task. Air Recovery allows you to regain control when you fall or are knocked down, which will help you stay atop an ogre long enough to plan your next manoeuvre. This makes it a valuable skill to employ once you’ve successfully made contact with a Ravenii’s body.

Players will be able to cut down even the most well-armored opponent using these meaningful, skill-based combat tips. Learn more in the new trailer from Iron Galaxy, and look for the game in stores next year.

Extinction will be available on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, and PC in Spring of 2018.

For more information:

• Head to Extinction.com
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• Watch the previous videos on YouTube

About Iron Galaxy

Located in Chicago and Orlando and founded in 2008, Iron Galaxy is a leading independent videogame development studio that focuses on tech outsourcing, porting and developing quality games. The company’s most notable products include Killer Instinct, Wreckateer, Divekick and Videoball. For more information, please visit www.irongalaxystudios.com.

About Maximum Games

Maximum Games ranks as a top 15 global video game publisher of interactive digital entertainment spanning all genres and supporting multi-platforms. The company’s mission is to provide a proven and strong hands-on approach to publishing, marketing and distribution. Established in 2009, the company is led by female entrepreneur Christina Seelye, a seasoned executive of digital consumer products and channel marketing. Under Seelye’s leadership, the company has been recognized with numerous awards such as “Fastest Growing Tech Company” by American Business Awards, and has made the Inc. 5000 list of Fastest Growing Private Companies for the past three years. Maximum Games has offices in both the US and UK, and continues to expand its scope of global publishing and distribution via direct reach and strategic partnerships. For more information on Maximum Games, visit the company’s website at http://www.maximumgames.com.

Harry Potter to Saw to Die Hard – the Highs and Lows of 30 Top Film Franchises

In new research, TotallyMoney looks at the major film franchises that have come to our screens over the years, to find how they’ve gone from strength to strength years…Or strength to slip-up.

Plenty of films make it to a sequel. Many even make it into a trilogy. But there are those that we see in the cinema year after year: fan favourites like Die Hard and Alien, generational updates like Rocky launching into Creed, and the ever-confusing titles of the Fast and Furious franchise.

But what does pumping out so many films around the same ideas and characters do for the series? A new interactive data explorer from TotallyMoney looks at the rises and falls in quality of some of the longest and most popular film franchises from the last 50 years, taking into account opening weekend box office takings, and both critical and public reviews.

Keep Rolling

The research includes films from different corners of the industry, ranging from horror films like Saw and Halloween to fun-for-all-the-family titles like Harry Potter and Shrek. 

One of the most surprising features was that the most popular film by opening weekend box office earnings in a series on average was the 8th, should the franchise make it that far. The average opening weekend for an eighth film was $97.5 million – compared to $45.2 million for the first film, and only $17.2 million for the 10th. 

In terms of specific films and their popularity, and taking into account the user scores on IMDb and the critics on Rotten Tomatoes, these were the top results:

1.     Indiana Jones – the general public on IMDb rate Harry Potter and Indiana Jones equally – a rating of 7.65/10 on average – but critics on Rotten Tomatoes put the Harrison Ford classic up over the wizarding world by 1.37%, making it the most popular series of all time.

2.     Harry Potter – having had the 20th anniversary of the first book’s publication this year, Harry Potter is now a venerable name in the film industry. The series earned an average rating of 84.63% Rotten Tomatoes, with its highest-rated film being the Deathly Hallows Part 2 at 96%.

3.     The Hunger Games – despite IMDb users marking it as peaking on the second film and going downhill from there, The Hunger Games took an average of effectively 7.38/10 (if the Rotten Tomatoes score is converted to a figure out of ten). In earnings, however, the average opening weekend for each film was the highest in the research, and over $13 million higher than the next most successful, Jurassic Park.

4.     Mission Impossible – defying a traditional belief that a sequel is never better than the original, Mission Impossible hit its top scores on the fourth and fifth films – Ghost Protocol and Rogue Nation – with the former reaching 94% on Rotten Tomatoes, a higher score than 95% of the films included in the research.

5.     The Bourne Films – viewers weren’t keen on ditching Matt Damon in the Bourne Legacy, which scored only 56% on Rotten Tomatoes compared to 93% on the previous iteration in the series. But even bringing him back didn’t win any points: it scored even lower on Rotten Tomatoes and reached the same score as Legacy on IMDb, a disappointing 6.7.

The Biggest Film War: Users vs Critics

While for the most part where critics didn’t like a film, users agreed, there were a few films included in the research where professional review didn’t account for taste. In the cases where there was significant disagreement between film critics on Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb users, it was almost always the case that the users enjoyed the film while critics rated it poorly – with the sole exception of Spy Kids, which the professionals gave nearly 4 points (out of 10) more than the users.

In the top ten for critical disagreement, the Saw series showed up three times, more than any other franchise – with fans giving far more points than critics to Saw 3D: The Final Chapter, Saw V, and Saw IV.

The top critical battle, however, was Underworld: Evolution – the second film in the Underworld series, it was panned by the critics at only 16%, lower than 90% of the scores in the research. But fans felt it warranted more than that, giving it a healthy 6.8/10 – 5.2 points higher than the critic score, when they’re converted to the same scale.

“Conventional wisdom has always said that sequels are rarely better than the original, but that doesn’t seem to be the case,” said Joe Gardiner, TotallyMoney’s Head of Brand and Communications, “Many of our favourite film series just get better and better, and the peak could come anywhere. We all have our favourite films – it’s hard to predict which will be a winner in the box office and in the reviews.”

To see the other stories – from start to finish – and see how franchises have risen and fallen from film to film, have a look at the interactive guide here or the infographic here.

SWORD ART ONLINE: FATAL BULLET EXPANDS ITS ARSENAL WITH NEW KIRITO MODE, CHARACTERS, MAPS AND MORE

BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. has announced new features coming to Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet including new characters, maps, weapons, costume quests and the brand new Kirito Mode. Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet is an upcoming unique hybrid shooter and action role-playing game inspired by the beloved anime franchise Sword Art Online.

In Kirito Mode, players assume the role of Kazuto Kirigaya, known as Kirito, and battle against the infamous Death Gun in the Bullet of Bullets tournament. Fans will also be able to explore the Remnant Wasteland and use powerful weapons including the hand gun, sniper rifle and sword for close-range blows or attacks from afar.

Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet also introduces Kureha, Zeliska and Itsuki, three original characters exclusive to the storyline. Lastly, the “Asuna’s Clothes Quest” will allow players to collect costume recipes by earning rewards, and handing over materials to Asuna to create a custom costume not sold in the shop.

Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet features an original story supervised by Sword Art Online creator Reki Kawahara, and offers an epic adventure. Powered by Unreal Engine 4, the game includes full multiplayer cooperative and competitive modes, allowing two to eight players to work together and compete against online adversaries. Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet will be coming to PlayStation 4, Xbox One and STEAM for PC on February 23, 2018.

You can find new screenshots for Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet and more on the new BANDAI NAMCO Press Room site at: http://bneapressroom.com/. You may also find the screenshots on the BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America press FTP site (link below) in the Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet folder

Note: The BANDAI NAMCO Press FTP site will sunset on April 16, 2018. Please register for a user account to access the new BNEA Press Room at your earliest convenience here: http://bneapressroom.com.

For more information regarding Sword Art Online: Fatal Bullet, please visit https://www.bandainamcoent.com or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS or join the conversation at https://twitter.com/BandaiNamcoUS

WWE® MAYHEM AVAILABLE NOW FOR iOS AND ANDROID

CHICAGO and STAMFORD, Conn. – Dec. 14, 2017 – Reliance Games, a leading global developer and publisher of free-to-play mobile games, has partnered with WWE, a recognized leader in global entertainment, to launch WWE Mayhem, a new, over-the-top, arcade-style action game featuring WWE Superstars and Legends. Available now, WWE Mayhem is free to download on iOS devices via the App Store, as well as Android smartphones and tablets through Google Play.

WWE Mayhem will offer an enhanced gameplay experience, allowing players to unlock unique content when used in conjunction with Mattel’s WWE Retro Figures. Players who have the WWE Retro Figures will be able to scan their figure within the game to unlock WWE Superstars.

“With a spectacular roster of some of the best champions to ever enter the ring, WWE Mayhem lets fans decide which WWE Legends and Superstars are truly the greatest of all time,” said Amit Khanduja, CEO, Reliance Entertainment – Digital.

“WWE Mayhem captures all the energy, excitement and emotion of WWE’s live action in a mobile experience that any fan can enjoy,” said Casey Collins, WWE Executive Vice President, Consumer Products. “This new mobile game provides us with another opportunity to engage a global fan base that consumes content across platforms.”

Prove your worth in epic matches with fan-favorites like John Cena, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Triple H, “Stone Cold” Steve Austin, Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, AJ Styles, Undertaker, Seth Rollins, Goldberg, The New Day, Kalisto and many more. Each star features their own hard-hitting signature moves and game-changing reversals to unleash upon any challengers. There are six distinct classes from which to choose, including Brawler, Wildcard, Technician, Powerhouse, Highflyer or Showman.

WWE Mayhem delivers multiple ways to play: take on friends and rivals from around the world in one-versus-one matches, join weekly events and challenges pulled from real-world WWE shows, and enter tag-team match-ups with other champions to defeat all contenders.

App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/wwe-mayhem/id1237514483?mt=8
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.reliancegames.wwemayhem

For more information, visit www.reliancegames.com and follow @RelianceGames on Twitter.

About Reliance Games
Reliance Games, a leading publisher and developer of mobile games, is a division of Reliance Entertainment Group which is part of Reliance Group.

Reliance Games blockbuster hits include Into The Badlands Blade Battle, the Real Steel series, Drone Shadow Strike, Drone 2 Air Assault, Monster Trucks Racing, Hotel Transylvania 2, Pacific Rim, Super Pixel Hero and a slew of exciting mobile games developed in association with Hollywood Studios such as DreamWorks- SKG, Sony Pictures, Paramount Pictures, AMC, Disney, A&E, Columbia Pictures, Warner Bros and more.

With over 250+ million downloads globally, Reliance Games currently operates across five countries supporting gamers worldwide. Award winning titles can be enjoyed through iTunes, Google Play, Amazon and 80 leading networks across 40 countries. More information about Reliance Games is available at www.reliancegames.com.

About WWE
WWE, a publicly traded company (NYSE: WWE), is an integrated media organization and recognized leader in global entertainment. The company consists of a portfolio of businesses that create and deliver original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family friendly entertainment on its television programming, pay-per-view, digital media and publishing platforms. WWE programming reaches more than 650 million homes worldwide in 20 languages. WWE Network, the first-ever 24/7 over-the-top premium network that includes all live pay-per-views, scheduled programming and a massive video-on-demand library, is currently available in more than 180 countries. The company is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., with offices in New York, Los Angeles, London, Mexico City, Mumbai, Shanghai, Singapore, Dubai, Munich and Tokyo.

Additional information on WWE (NYSE: WWE) can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com. For information on our global activities, go to http://www.wwe.com/worldwide.

Nintendo News: Pokémon Crystal Coming to Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS on Jan. 26

REDMOND, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)– When it launched in Japan 17 years ago, Pokémon Crystal introduced many new and exciting elements to the beloved Pokémon franchise. The game, an expanded version of the popular Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver games, was the first in the Pokémon franchise to allow players to choose between a boy or girl playable character, as well as being the first game to introduce animations during Pokémon battles.

Pokémon Crystal Coming to Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS on Jan. 26 (Graphic: Business Wire)

Now this groundbreaking game is coming to Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo 3DS family of systems on Jan. 26 for only $9.99.*

On the day it launches, Pokémon Crystal will also be compatible with Pokémon Bank, a paid service that lets players bring select Pokémon from classic core games to the newest core games in the series. With the addition of Pokémon Crystal to this service, it is now possible for players to bring Pokémon from all 29 core games in the series to Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon.

In this version of Pokémon Crystal, players will also have the chance to encounter the mythical Pokémon Celebi in an event after completing the game. In the original Pokémon Crystal game, Celebi could only be obtained by using a special accessory.

As with the Nintendo eShop editions of Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver, Pokémon Crystal will take advantage of the wireless communication capabilities of the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, allowing players to enjoy Link Trades and Link Battles with each other. With the Time Capsule feature, players can even trade and battle Pokémon from Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue and Pokémon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition, which are all also available in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo 3DS.

Fans also have the option to play Pokémon Crystal on a New Nintendo 2DS XL system that resembles an iconic Poké Ball. The Poké Ball Edition New Nintendo 2DS XL system can be purchased in stores at a suggested retail price of $159.99. (The Pokémon Crystal game and Poké Ball Edition New Nintendo 2DS XL system are sold separately.)

For more information about Pokémon Crystal, visit https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/pokemon-crystal-version-3ds.

EXPERIENCE THE DAY AND LIFE OF A SCOUT IN UPCOMING LARGER-THAN-LIFE ACTION GAME, A.O.T. 2

Build Relationships, Learn New Skills, Upgrade Your Weaponry and Prepare for Battle!

Hertfordshire, 14^th December 2017 – KOEI TECMO Europe released new information today for their upcoming action title A.O.T. 2; including details on the character creation studio and intricate Town Life features. The publisher also confirmed even more playable characters as a part of the extensive lineup coming to the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, Nintendo Switch™, and digitally on Windows PC via Steam® on the 20th March 2018.

Before diving into A.O.T. 2’s fan-favourite story, players are invited to create their very own customisable protagonist in the character creation studio. The studio offers a multitude of customisation options; including the ability to customise body shape, hairstyle, facial features, clothing and tone of voice. This comprehensive system provides all the necessary tools for a player to participate in their own unique ‘Attack on Titan’ experience.

After taking on titanic foes across captivating battle sequences, players are able to experience the more tranquil day-to-day life of a Scout in the enhanced Town Life feature. A wide selection of handy amenities, crucial for battle preparation, are scattered around the camp; such as the Titan Research Room, Training Facilities, Regiment Store , and Regiment Administration office. These can be used to prepare for upcoming missions.

Visiting the Titan Research Room will allow players to view the Titans which they’ve caught while using the Restraining Gun in battle, as well as read through detailed information to aid them in future encounters. To vanquish these devastating creatures, the player can increase the levels of their stats at the Training Facilities – choosing among activities such as traditional lectures and hand-to-hand combat training with fellow comrades.

Resources are incredibly useful in the development and enhancement of weaponry, and can be used at the Regiment Store to improve the stats of a weapon as well as purchasing the required materials and high-grade equipment. Players will receive a bounty of these resources and materials with every victorious battle. To make for an even swifter victory, various types of bases, such as the Automated Artillery, can be built and upgraded!

In A.O.T. 2 players are able to take on Scout Missions from regiment officers, providing an avenue for gaining experience, regiment funds, and rare materials—ones you would not come across in main missions. Players choosing to head out with their favorite comrades are able to deepen their relationships and gain a better understanding for their teammates; providing a greater edge in defeating their foes. KOEI TECMO Europe also released fresh new assets providing a first look at the ever-useful Town Life facilities, and introducing five new characters which can join players on these missions – Sasha Braus, Jean Kirschtein, Conny Springer, Marco Bodt, and Daz.

To keep up to date with the latest news on ‘A.O.T. 2’ please visit the official site at www.koeitecmoeurope.com/aot2, Like www.facebook.com/koeitecmogames, and Follow us on Twitter @koeitecmoeurope

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. TECMO is best known for the Dead or Alive® and Ninja Gaiden® series. KOEI is best known for its Dynasty Warriors® and Samurai Warriors® franchises. On April 1, 2009, KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD was established as a result of the TECMO, LTD. and KOEI Co., Ltd. merger. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com

Based on the manga “Shingeki no Kyojin” by Hajime Isayama originally serialized in the Monthly BESSATSU SHONEN magazine published by Kodansha Ltd. ©Hajime Isayama, Kodansha/”ATTACK ON TITAN” Production Committee. All Rights Reserved.

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Christmas May Be Looming But It Could Be The End of the Road For Talisman: Digital Edition Fans

Thursday 14^th December, 2017: Today Nomad Games and Asmodee Digital unleash the apocalypse, otherwise known as the Harbinger.

This couldn’t be more devastating for the characters on the Talisman: Digital Edition board. The Harbinger is the bearer of an ancient prophecy who has arrived to foretell the end of the world.

This new expansion rains fire down from the sky, the ocean envelops the land and the darkness breeds demons, whilst the undead rise from their graves.

Utter annihilation is imminent, and so this is not for the faint hearted. Choose your character carefully, as only the bravest and most skilful will survive, providing your luck prevails … this is Talisman after all!

The newest expansion for Talisman: Digital Edition is available on Steam, iOS and Android. There are a host of new adventure cards, spells and terrain cards, as well as 32 Omen cards, two alternative endings and three new characters.

“We’re really pleased to launch the Harbinger, our first expansion in partnership with Asmodee Digital,” said Don Whiteford, MD Nomad Games.” This is the third major Talisman: Digital Edition expansion to be released this year and we know fans won’t be disappointed with the catastrophic twists the Harbinger brings. So, shut yourself in this Christmas and prepare to face the end of the world!”

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Alternatively download Talisman direct:
Android – https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nomadgames.talisman
iOS – https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/talisman/id681942253?mt=8
Steam:  http://store.steampowered.com/app/707670/Talisman__The_Harbinger_Expansion

About Talisman

Talisman, the magical quest game from Games Workshop, is a classic board game that has been enjoyed by fantasy fans for nearly 30 years. As one of many characters, including warriors, rogues and magicians, the player embarks on a perilous adventure to find and claim the Crown of Command – a magical artefact with the power to destroy any rival and make the bearer the ruler of the kingdom. It’s a game of skilful decision-making based on dice and cards. Nomad Games brought the multiplayer version of the top-selling Games Workshop board game to PC, tablets and mobile devices in 2014, with the brand selling over one and a half million units to date.

About Nomad Games

Nomad Games is an independent video games developer and publisher based in Lymm, Cheshire. It was formed in 2011 by a small team of veteran digital developers, with over 20 years of experience and a deep passion for digital gaming on PCs and mobile devices.   With a growing audience of over half a million players worldwide the team work with leading brands in the table top arena, including Games Workshop (Talisman and Talisman: The Horus Heresy), Alderac Entertainment Group (Smash Up), Asmodee (one of the fastest growing board game companies in the world) and now Fighting Fantasy Legends a game based on re-imagining the iconic Fighting Fantasy game books by godfathers of the British Games Industry, Ian Livingstone and Steve Jackson.

For more information visit www.nomadgames.co.uk

About Asmodee Digital

Asmodee Digital, a fully owned subsidiary of the Asmodee Group, is an international publisher and distributor of digital board games with operations located in Europe, North America, and China. Asmodee Digital manages the creation, design, development, publishing, and marketing of board and card games on leading digital platforms for Asmodee studios as well as for third-party publishers. The current Asmodee Digital catalog includes best-selling digital games such as Ticket to Ride, Splendor, Pandemic, Small World 2, Mr. Jack London, Lexigo Rush, Story Cubes, Colt Express, Mysterium, Potion Explosion, Onirim, Jaipur, Spot It! Duel, Smash Up and digital versions of many other well-known board games.

Talisman © Games Workshop Limited 1983, 1985, 1994, 2007. Talisman: Prologue © Games Workshop Limited 2014. Games Workshop, Talisman, Talisman: Prologue, the foregoing marks’ respective logos and all associated marks, logos, characters, products and illustrations from the Talisman game are either ®, TM and/or © Games Workshop Limited 1983–2014, variably registered in the UK and other countries around the world. This edition published under license to Nomad Games Ltd. Nomad Games is the registered trademark Nomad Games Limited. All Rights Reserved to their respective owners.

UBISOFT^® AND FOXNEXT GAMES PARTNER TO BRING THE PREDATOR^TM TO TOM CLANCY’S GHOST RECON^® WILDLANDS

Free Jungle Storm Update Launches Today with Exclusive Predator Challenge and a New Predator Inspired Ghost War Class

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — December 14, 2017 —Ubisoft^® has announced a partnership with FoxNext Games that will bring exclusive Predator content to Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands with the release of the Jungle Storm update on PlayStation^®4 entertainment system, Xbox One and Windows PC on December 15^th AEDT. Celebrating the 30^th anniversary of the original Predator movie, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands introduces a wealth of exclusive Predator content to the main game and Ghost War PvP modes:

• FREE PREDATOR SPECIAL CHALLENGE:

Starting tomorrow until early January, all players of Ghost Recon Wildlands will be able to face the Predator in the game’s ultimate hunt. This new Special Challenge is playable solo or up to four-player co-op and is the most difficult fight of all Ghost Recon Wildlands.

• PREDATOR CUSTOMISATION ITEMS:

Upon defeating the Predator, players will be rewarded with exclusive items such as the Predator mask with a new, exclusive Predator vision mode. In addition to rewards for completing the challenge, players can further customise and arm their Ghosts with the Predator Pack, which includes 15 new customisation items, weapons and an exclusive close combat move, to recreate some of the most memorable moments from the original movie.

• PREDATOR INSPIRED GHOST WAR PVP CLASS:

With its ability to engage in Battle Rage mode, the new Ghost War class – inspired by main character Dutch from the original Predator movie – will offer offensive players a new alternative to create strategies and tactics on the PVP battleground. Ghost War players will be able to access the new class through the Ghost War Pass or the Season Pass, or by using their Prestige points directly.

“At Ubisoft Paris, we have been fans of the Predator movie for a long time and are thrilled to bring such an iconic character to our game,” said Nouredine Abboud, Senior Producer at Ubisoft. “The challenge is full of references to the original Predator movie and we cannot wait to see the reaction of our players!”

“The Predator is a perfect fit for the Bolivian Jungle of Ghost Recon Wildlands, and fits flawlessly within the tense and tactical gameplay of the franchise from Ubisoft,” said Rick Phillips, President of FoxNext Games.

Click image below to view the Legend of The Predator trailer.

Jungle Storm also expands Ghost War’s scope, introducing ranked play, the new Pathfinder class, as well new gear and gameplay updates for both the base game and the PvP modes.

Developed by Ubisoft Paris,* Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands is a military shooter entirely playable in up to four-player co-op or single-player from beginning to end. Players have total freedom to accomplish their missions how they want and watch as the world reacts to their actions. Players can choose to move quietly in the night, go in hot at dawn or work together to execute a sync shot that takes out enemies in one fell swoop. Each choice has a consequence, and players must improvise or adapt their plans to ensure the completion and success of each mission. Ghost Recon Wildlands Ghost War allows players to live the ultimate co-op experience in 4-versus-4 modes. Featuring a growing roster of classes, maps and player-versus-player modes, Ghost War focuses on teamwork, strategy and tense tactical engagements.

For the latest about Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands and all Ubisoft games, please visit ubiblog.com. For more information about Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands, please visit ghostrecon.com, follow us on twitter.com/ghostrecon or facebook.com/ghostrecon and join the conversation by using #GhostRecon.

*In collaboration with Ubisoft Annecy, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Montpellier, Ubisoft Milan, Ubisoft Belgrade and Reflections, a Ubisoft studio.

About Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands

Launched in 2001 with critical acclaim from fans of the Tom Clancy’s world, the Ghost Recon franchise has since convinced 25 million players thanks to breakthrough releases and has become the best-selling Tom Clancy’s brand on the last generation of consoles and PC. Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands brings the franchise to the next level with an episode designed from the ground up for a new generation, featuring a massive and visually stunning open world, playable for the first time online in four-player co-op.

Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon Wildlands is a work of fiction. Like similar Tom Clancy’s games from Ubisoft, the game takes place in a modern universe inspired by reality, but the characters, locations and stories are created solely for entertainment purposes. One of the reasons Bolivia was chosen as the background of this game was due to its magnificent landscapes and rich culture. While the game’s premise imagines a different reality than the one that exists in Bolivia today, we do hope that the in-game world comes close to representing the country’s beautiful topography, and that players enjoy exploring the diverse and open landscapes it moved us to create. Any resemblance to actual events or any real persons, living or dead, is purely coincidental.

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.

© 2017 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Tom Clancy’s, Ghost Recon, the Soldier Icon, Ubisoft, and the Ubisoft logo are registered or unregistered trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the US and/or other countries.

About FoxNext Games

FoxNext Games, a division of FoxNext, has a successful track record of creating critically acclaimed games including The Simpsons: Tapped Out, Angry Birds Rio, Alien: Isolation, Family Guy: The Quest for Stuff, Ice Age Adventures, and Sugar Smash: Book of Life.

KONAMI Reveals Single Player and Beta Details for Metal Gear Survive

Sydney, 14^th December 2017 – Konami have revealed a first look at the single-player campaign for METAL GEAR SURVIVE through a new gameplay video with producer commentary via Konami’s official YouTube. The video introduces basic survival and gameplay mechanics while showing key action sequences.

METAL GEAR SURVIVE will be hosting a beta from January 18^th-21^st, 2018. The beta will give players the chance to jump into co-op to build, defend and fight alongside friends online. The beta will be available for PS4 and Xbox One players. Additionally, players will also receive an in-game bonus that will be redeemable with the purchase of the full game. Bonus items include a FOX HOUND name plate, an accessory Metal Gear REX Head and Accessory bandana.

The release day of METAL GEAR SURVIVE was recently confirmed for PlayStation®4, Xbox One™ and PC via steam on February 22^nd,2018.

METAL GEAR SURVIVE picks up from the final stages of METAL GEAR SOLD V: GROUND ZEROES. Players are pulled through a wormhole where they find themselves in a dangerous world filled with biological threats and hostile environments. Players must survive and find their way back home. Not only will they fight off deadly creatures, but they will also experience and explore the environment while they forage for food, water, and resources to stay alive.

To keep up to day with the latest news on METAL GEAR SURVIVE please visit the official site at https://www.konami.com/mg/survive/gate, or Like the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/mgs/

About Konami Group

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NI NO KUNI II: REVENANT KINGDOM™ JOURNEY WILL START ON MARCH 23^rd 2018

SYDNEY, 13^th December 2017 – To offer the highest adventure experience, BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe today announced a new release date for Ni No Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM with a worldwide launch on March 23^rd, 2018 on PlayStation®4 and PC.

“As you all know, LEVEL-5 is committed to delivering the highest levels of design and quality in each of our video game titles. The development of our latest project, Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM™, is coming along very well and we can’t wait to share this new adventure with you, our fans. In an effort to constantly innovate and bring new experiences to players, we’ve also implemented new modes in Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM including the new Skirmish and Kingdom Modes which will surly delight players. 

However, with innovation and new ideas come the need to ensure everything works together in a fun and cohesive package; this means we’ll need a bit more time to make sure the entire Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM experience meets LEVEL-5 and BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.’s high quality standards. So today, I would like to ask for everyone’s patience as we move Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM’s worldwide release date to March 23rd, 2018 for the PlayStation®4 and STEAM®. We will be sharing more news about Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM in the coming weeks and months as we move closer to our new launch date. On behalf of everyone at LEVEL-5, I want to thank you all for your patience and continued support.” Said Akihiro Hino, President & CEO of LEVEL-5

Ni no Kuni II: REVENANT KINGDOM will be available on the PlayStation 4 and PC on March 23^rd 2018. To learn more about BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe’s other products go to: http://www.bandainamcoent.com or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoEU or join the conversation at https://twitter.com/BandaiNamcoEU.

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• Official Website: http://www.ninokunigame.eu/
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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