Get Set for Fast-Paced Moto Action as ‘Moto Racer 4’ Releases in North America on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 this January 24, 2017

The legend returns this winter as the popular arcade moto racing series gets back on track with high-speed roads and high-flying dirt courses

PARIS – December 19, 2016 – Microïds and Artefacts Studio announced that its popular moto racing series is set to release on consoles in North America when ‘Moto Racer 4’ launches January 24^th, 2017 for both Xbox One and PlayStation 4. Fans and newcomers of the series can expect high-octane racing action that provides two thrilling ways of playing by alternating between the high speed moto and the altitude of motocross.

Moto Racer 4 looks to continue building on the huge success that made the trilogy so popular by providing gamers with the enjoyable arcade action that’s expected from the series, by making sure it’s fast, frantic, and fun. Check out the trailer below that showcases the two styles of gameplay that each capture the thrill of the ride.

Click here to watch the Moto Racer 4 console release trailer

Moto Racer 4 features 15 single and multi-player game modes, with online multiplayer modes for 2 to 10 players. There’s also split-screen multiplayer for offline competition. During gameplay, players need to be well aware of their surroundings as they avoid traffic on the roads while also being mindful of the possibility of colliding with opponents.

Moto Racer 4 will be available as a downloadable title for both the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One in in North America through the PlayStation and Xbox One Stores. A Steam version of the game is already currently available in the US for $29.99.

About Motor Racer 4

Developed by Microids and Artefacts Studio under the supervision of original creator Paul Cuisset, Moto Racer 4 revives the winning formula that made the original trilogy so successful. Accessible and entertaining with the ability to race dirty by shoving opponents, the two-wheel racing game alternates between high-speed road and dirt motocross courses. Players with a PlayStation VR headset (available in October 2016) can immerse themselves in the game using the special VR features and experience videogame racing like never before.

With over seven million units sold and critical acclaim both in the specialist press and among gamers, the original “Moto Racer” trilogy has left an indelible mark on the history of video games and it is still synonymous with extreme gaming pleasure and fierce multiplayer contests for many players.

Moto Racer 4 includes no fewer than 15 single and multiplayer game modes. In addition to regular fixtures such as the Time Trial, Single Race and Championship, here are a few features players can expect:

• Alternating high-speed road and dirt motocross courses
• Traffic on the road
• Split-screen multiplayer mode for offline competition
• Online multiplayer mode for 2-10 players
• 60 frames per second frame rate
• Vehicle and rider customization
• Possibility of colliding with opponents
• Each computer rider has a different personality and behavioral traits
• 15 single and multi-player game modes

Moto Racer 4 is scheduled to launch on January 24, 2017 on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and will be subtitled in English, French, German, Spanish and Italian.

For more information, please follow Microïds on facebook.com/microids, twitter.com/microids_off , https://www.instagram.com/microids_official/ and YouTube

About Microïds
Created in 1985, Microïds is an international publisher of multi-platform video games based in Paris (France). Today, it represents Anuman Interactive’s video game business in all its forms. Managed by its creator Elliot Grassiano, Microïds keeps getting stronger and widens its large game catalogue with genres as varied as adventure, management, simulation and action. Through its adaptations of iconic titles such as “Syberia” or “Amerzone” on new supports or through its original creations (“Subject 13“, “The A.B.C. Murders”, “Yesterday Origins”…), Microïds is developing on PC, Mac, Playstation, Xbox, as well as iOS and Android mobiles and tablets. Besides its heroes and heroines from original creations (Kate Walker from “Syberia“, Victoria Mc Pherson from “Still Life“…), Microïds also creates new titles including other characters or authors from other media (comic books, cinema, literature…) such as Garfield, Lucky Luke or Agatha Christie. Microïds is currently developing Syberia 3 scheduled for 2016, responding to many fans of this cult adventure game series (more than 3 million sold) who have been waiting for more than ten years.

For more information, visit the official website www.microids.com, the Facebook Page, Twitter, Instagram or Youtube channel

About d’Artefacts Studio

Artefacts Studio is a French development studio based in Lyon. Since its creation in 2003, the studio has become a reference in the video game market in France. Created by former Infogrames co-workers, the company is managed by Bruno Chabanel, its CEO. It has diversified its activity towards 3 main activities: The full development (30 games already developed); sub-contracting and outsourcing (more than 50 games) and Serious Games/Robotic. PC, XBOX One, PS4, Wii U, 3DS and also on tablets and IOS and Android mobiles are just a small example of the experience of the studio and the skillset of its teams. We have now taken a strategic move towards ambitious and innovative games RPG/RPG tactic based, with a high quality gameplay and creatives storyline, allowing a deep immersion in strong and believable universes. For more information, visit the official website: http://www.artefacts-studio.fr/

About Paul Cuisset

Paul Cuisset is one of the most prolific French creators in video game history. As the co-founder of Delphine Software, he worked as a programmer, a game designer and/or a scriptwriter on titles as famous as “Future Wars: Time Travelers”, “The Stealth Affair”, “Cruise For a Corpse”, “Moto Racer” and “Darkstone”. In 1992, his classic action/adventure game, “Flashback”, was listed in the Guiness World Records as the best-selling French game across the globe. In 2005, he created the VectorCell studio that developed “Amy” (PS3, Xbox 360) and the HD remake of “Flashback” (PS3, Xbox 360, PC). More details about Paul Cuisset’s creations can be found at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Paul-Cuisset/322067201278662

Videogame radio show One Life Left releases charity “Marioke” single, featuring Charles Cecil, Mitu Khandakar-Kokoris, Sos and many more – with proceeds going to Asylum Aid.

Award-winning radio show One Life Left has today released a charity single, featuring a host of games industry celebrities performing Band Aid’s Do They Know It’s Christmas?

The song has been given a “Marioke” makeover – where the lyrics have been changed from the original lines to be about videogames. It is now available through the donation pagehttps://www.gofundme.com/asylumaid
and on YouTube https://youtu.be/2KalfecKXNs

For those who don’t know, Marioke debuted at Nottingham Game City in 2011, with just 25 songs re-written to be about videogames. Prince’s Purple Rain transformed to be about David Cage’s Heavy Rain; Holding Out for a Hero re-written to be about Mario; Blur’s Parklife – you’ve got it – now about Half Life.

Thanks to a regular monthly night at London’s excellent Loading Bar, the catalogue has grown to be over 350, covering topics as diverse as Candy Crush, GamerGate and waiting for Spectrum games to load. More information can be found at www.singmarioke.com

The charity single reflects on a turbulent 2016, with lines such as “And this year is like iD Software, ‘cause it’s calling card is Doom” and “Well tonight thank God I’m lost in XCOM 2”.

“We’re not saying the song solves any of the issues this year,” says Ste Curran, co-presenter, One Life Left “But we do, at least, reference a dozen brilliant 2016 videogames that might distract us, for better and worse.”

“Wherever we’ve performed Marioke, it’s been the most wonderful night,” adds Ann Scantlebury, co-presenter, One Life Left, “so what better to celebrate this most wonderful time of year than by doing something good and saying ‘au revoir’ to 2016.”

All proceeds from the song go to Asylum Aid, a charity that provides help and protection for vulnerable people seeking refuge in the UK. With the atrocities happening in Syria right now it is even more important that people forced from their homes are given support at the toughest time. Asylum Aid provides free legal advice and representation to vulnerable and excluded asylum seekers.

One Life Left is the UK’s premier games radio show, broadcasting weekly live on Resonance 10.4 FM, the best radio station in the world. It is podcast globally on Wednesdays.

Nero, Gilgamesh, and Lu Bu Among the Playable Heroes Available in the Action-Packed Title Headed to PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita

XSEED Games today announced that a complete playlist of character trailers forFate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star, the highly-anticipated action title set within the much-beloved Fate universe, is now available for fans’ viewing pleasure via the XSEED Games YouTube channel. Each of the 16 bite-sized videos highlights a playable character’s unique fighting style to give prospective players’ a sense for their favorites and whet their appetites for the game’s upcoming January 17, 2017 launch for PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®Vita.

The full playlist of character trailers for Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star is available at: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4wYT0p0GyAUZw9LU1dGPNak6je8zhAQB

For other XSEED Games trailers and videos, visit the official YouTube channel athttps://www.youtube.com/user/XSEEDgames/ .

About Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star
Developed by Marvelous Inc. and expanding upon the extensive and much-belovedFate universe with a telltale story from acclaimed series writer Kinoko Nasu (ofFate/stay night fame), Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star transpires on the new world of Extella through a diverse cast of “Servants” – ancient warriors of legend and imagination, always at their Masters’ orders – who survived the Holy Grail War that took place on the Moon. In a future ruled by the all-powerful lunar super computer Moon Cell Automaton, these champions now duke it out for dominance over this digital realm, known as “SE.RA.PH.” This story takes place after the events described in Fate/EXTRA, and depicts the world after that previous Holy Grail War.

Players will experience the story of Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star from the independent perspectives of the three heroine Servants and face off against foes from a variety of Fate productions, including characters from Fate/EXTRA,Fate/stay night, Fate/Zero, Fate/Apocrypha and Fate/Grand Order, in fast-paced action. A new form change battle mechanic debuts in this entry to match its series-first gameplay style, transforming the player-controlled Servants and granting them considerable powers that allow them to devastate enemies and take formidable challenges head-on. The game will contain the original Japanese voices with English text.

A limited run of the exclusive Noble Phantasm Edition bundle will contain a 7.5” by 6.3” hardcover art book featuring over 100 pages of high-quality artwork fromFate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star, a pack of sixteen collectible 3” by 5” cards depicting each of the game’s Servants, and a 24” by 17” cloth poster, all housed in a custom collectible box.

Fate/EXTELLA: The Umbral Star is developed by Marvelous Inc. and published in North America by XSEED Games. The limited Noble Phantasm Edition has a suggested retail price of $69.99 for PS4™ system and $59.99 for “PS Vita” system, while the standard edition of the game will be available for $49.99 and $39.99, respectively. Furthermore, the digital PS4™ system version is now available for pre-order from PlayStation®Store. Pre-orders will instantly unlock an exclusive PS4™ theme, as well as the exclusive “Shackled Bride Outfit” DLC for Nero upon launch of the game. The digital “PS Vita” system game will not have a pre-order campaign, but for the first two weeks upon launch, PS Store will feature a special bundle, which will include the core Fate/EXTELLA “PS Vita” game, an exclusive “PS Vita” theme, and the exclusive “Cold-Blooded Warden” DLC outfit for Gilgamesh. This title has been rated T for Teen by the ESRB.

For more information on XSEED Games products, please visit www.xseedgames.com . Fans can also follow XSEED Games on Facebook at www.facebook.com/XSEEDGames and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/XSEEDGames .

Nexon Korea’s Frenetic Pinball Game Bursts onto iOS and Android Mobile Devices

Vegas-Inspired Pinpop VEGAS: Extreme Pinball Offers Fast-Paced Pinball Gameplay and Competitive Multiplayer for Pinball Gaming Madness on Mobile

Seoul – Dec. 19, 2016 – Competitive pinball fanatics can now challenge friends from around the world as NEXON Korea Corporation releases its latest competitive mobile game, Pinpop VEGAS: Extreme Pinball. Pinpop VEGAS is a fast-paced, real-time multiplayer pinball game for fans on iOS and Android – available now to download on mobile devices in Western territories, including the US, and Europe, Canada and South America.

As one of the first real-time multiplayer pinball battle games, Pinpop VEGAS reimagines pinball with a unique twist as players tap and aim their way through forest, mine, desert, and ocean stages, which change according to the weather. Real-time player-versus-player pinball battles elevate the intensity of Pinpop for gamers vying for the top spot on the leaderboard with opponents from around the world.

With Pinpop VEGAS : Extreme Pinball, players will experience:

• Hyper realistic gameplay: real-time physics give players the look and feel of pinball mechanics complete with sound and vibration effects;
• Real-time pinball battles: up to four players for high intensity pinball battle;
• Dynamic stages: visually appealing levels evolve with environments in the story mode, providing players with a unique experience each play-through;
• Unique and collectible pinballs: play with a diverse set of beautifully designed pinballs available at every stage, including special ‘Android balls’ for Google Play users.

Pinpop VEGAS is now available for free download via mobile devices in the App Store and on Google Play.

For more information about Pinpop VEGAS : Extreme Pinball, go to:https://www.facebook.com/pinpopvegas 2

Additional Information:

• Download the latest Pinpop VEGAS: Extreme Pinball assets:http://bit.ly/PinpopGlobal
• Pinpop VEGAS : Extreme Pinball Official Forum: https://m.nexon.com/forum/143

About NEXON Co., Ltd.
NEXON Co., Ltd. (“Nexon”) (3659.TO) is a worldwide leader in free-to-play online games. Founded in Korea in 1994, Nexon developed one of the world’s first graphics-based massively multiplayer online games. Nexon also pioneered the concept of microtransactions and the free-to-play business model, setting a new standard in which play is free, and users have the option to purchase in-game items to enhance their experience. Nexon currently services nearly 100 titles in nearly 190 countries and since its founding, Nexon has generated 1.5 billion player registrations.
The Company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and its shares are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

About NEXON GT Co. Ltd.
NEXON GT Co. Ltd. (“NEXON GT”) (041140.KQ) is leading developer studio and subsidiary of NEXON Co. Ltd. Founded in Korea in 2003, NEXON GT has developed numerous hits across online and mobile platform. Major titles from NEXON GT include Sudden Attack,Sudden Attack 2, Fantasy War Tactics and Monster Squad.