LUMO – THE NEXT GREAT PLATFORMER GAME – NOW AVAILABLE ON PLAYSTATION®4 AND PC

One of the Most Anticipated Indie Games of 2016 Weaves Its Magic for a New Generation

LOS ANGELES, CA – MAY 24, 2016 – Rising Star Games, a video game publisher renowned for bringing unique and diverse games to players everywhere, announced today that Lumo is now available on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, PC, Mac, and Linux and will be coming to PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment system and Xbox One, the all-in-one games system from Microsoft, in June. Lumo has dazzled players in every public appearance it has been showcased at in Europe and North America.

Watch the new launch trailer HERE: youtube.com/watch?v=-jiivNMsSNI

“Lumo is the game I’ve always wanted to publish, to be able to bring to a huge audience a project that we have nurtured for such a long time,” said Martin Defries, Managing Director of Rising Star Games. “It is a labour of love from a true talent, an homage to all that is great about games as an entertainment. Lumo has a timeless quality, it is unique and special.”

Floating platforms, laser traps and sharp barriers are just some of the challenges in Lumo
Developed from industry veteran Gareth Noyce who has founded his own studio, Triple Eh? Ltd., Lumo is a modern vision on classic isometric-styled platform adventures that were highly popular in the formative golden years of video gaming. Now, a new generation will be captivated by the unique visual style, ingenious puzzles and level design, and delightfully chill tunes that makes Lumo magical.
Lumo Game Features

• Adventure Reborn – Lumo revives the long-lost art of isometric platforming, bringing a charm all of its own to the genre.
• The Long Road Ahead – Over 400 rooms will test your skill, each one its own self-contained challenge to overcome.
• The Deeper You Go… – The more you look, the more you’ll find; from a hugely absorbing adventure on the surface to all kinds of fun secrets to find underneath!
• Sealed With A Kiss – As a love letter to the golden age of gaming, adventures don’t get much more heart-warming than Lumo!

Lumo is a contemporary take on the isometric platform genre that will be enjoyed by anyone looking for an absorbing, challenging, and rewarding adventure. For those who lived through the golden age of video games – the ‘80s and early ‘90s – or familiar with the games and culture from that time, there are numerous salutes to the influential gaming period to be discovered and relished in Lumo. With over 400 rooms across four highly stylized zones, six hidden mini-games and all kinds of wonders to uncover, Lumo is a true voyage of discovery.

Lumo is now available on PlayStation®4 system, PC, Mac, and Linux for $19.99. Lumo will be coming to PlayStation®Vita system and Xbox One in June. Lumo features Cross-Save functionality between PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®Vita systems.

For more information follow Rising Star Games on Twitter, visit the official Rising Star Games website. To learn more about Lumo, visit the official game website.

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ABOUT TRIPLE EH? LTD.

Triple Eh? Ltd. is headquartered out of Helsinki, Finland and was founded by Gareth Noyce, a thirteen-plus year veteran of the AAA games industry, and co-founder of Ruffian Games.

ABOUT RISING STAR GAMES

Rising Star Games is a privately held video games publisher with a global reach. With operating offices in Europe and USA the company publishes video game entertainment across all gaming platforms from Sony, Microsoft, Nintendo and via Steam. With decades of combined experience and a genuine passion for interactive entertainment, Rising Star Games is proud of its ever-expanding and enormously diverse catalogue of over 120 titles.

www.risingstargames.com

ROCKET LEAGUE CROSS-NETWORK PLAY ARRIVES ON XBOX ONE AND STEAM PC

Psyonix Celebrates an Historic Moment in Multiplayer Gaming

SAN DIEGO, CA – May 24, 2016 – Independent videogame developer and publisher, Psyonix, announced today that the sports-action hit, Rocket League™, now supports cross-­network play between the Xbox One and Steam PC versions, making it the first-ever Xbox One game to do so. Nearly 2 million Xbox One players have competed in Rocket League™ since its launch in February 2016, but starting today, that pool of teammates and opponents grows even larger.

With this new addition, players can now easily include (or not include) cross-network rivals in both public and private matches, thanks to an easy-to-find toggle check box in the Options menu.

“We’re really excited to bring Xbox One and PC players closer together,” said Jeremy Dunham, Vice President, Psyonix. “Cross-network play has been something that Xbox One gamers have been asking us for since the day we launched, and thanks to Microsoft’s new cross-network policies, we’re proud to give it to them.”

Xbox One and Steam PC cross-network compatibility is scheduled to release worldwide starting 3pm PT/ 6pm ET/ 10pm UTC.

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ABOUT ROCKET LEAGUE™

Winner or nominee of more than 100 game of the year awards, Rocket League™ is one of the most critically-acclaimed sports games of a generation. Boasting a community of more than 15 million players, Rocket League™ is a high-powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer and vehicular mayhem that offers easy-to-understand controls and fluid, physics-driven competition. Available digitally on Xbox One, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, and Windows PC via Steam, Rocket League™ includes more than 100 billion possible customization combinations, a fully-featured offline season mode, multiple game types, casual and competitive online matches, and special “Mutators” that let you change the rules entirely.

To learn more about Rocket League™, please visit www.RocketLeagueGame.com, “Like” it on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter @RocketLeague for all the latest developer updates and news.

ABOUT PSYONIX

Based in San Diego, CA, Psyonix is a critically-acclaimed independent video game developer and leading experts in Unreal Engine technology. For more than a decade, the studio has been a driving force behind some of the most successful games in the industry, including Gears of War, Mass Effect 3, XCOM: Enemy Unknown, Bulletstorm, Unreal Tournament III, Unreal Tournament 2004, and the award-winning Sports-Action hit, Rocket League™.

For more information, visit www.psyonix.com.

BECOME BEST FRIENDS WITH A TEDDY BEAR BROUGHT TO LIFE IN TEDDY TOGETHER, COMING TO NINTENDO 2DS AND NINTENDO 3DS ON JULY 2 

Young children take care of a special teddy bear who can talk, walk, and play games in this new title that’s ideal for parents and children to play together

24^th May, 2016 – What child hasn’t dreamed of their favourite toy coming to life? That’s exactly what happens in Teddy Together, a new game joining the ever-growing catalogue of kid-favourite games like nintendogs + cats available on the Nintendo 3DS family of systems, which includes the entry-level Nintendo 2DS system. Ideal for parents to play together with their young children as they’re developing their reading and interpersonal skills, Teddy Together will be available from July 2 in Australia and New Zealand at a suggested retail price of AU$49.95.

The story begins when a teddy bear is delivered to the player’s house, along with a mysterious key. The magic starts when Teddy springs to life and starts to speak to the player! Children can give Teddy a name and enter their own name, creating an instant personal connection between the two new friends. From this point on, the tale of Teddy Together advances a bit each day as children learn more about the teddy’s purpose and the mysterious key, making it an ideal interactive bedtime story that parents and their young children can enjoy together.

This inquisitive little bear is particularly interested in learning more about friendship, and often asks the player questions like, “What do you do for fun?”, “How do you make friends?”, and “What’s your favourite food?”. Teddy will remember those answers and bring them up in conversation later on, forging a unique relationship between Teddy and the player, as the answers are always just between them*. Teddy’s cute reactions and encouraging personality are sure to bring a smile to any child’s face, which might even help them grow in confidence and self-esteem. Players can also introduce Teddy to their friends, who can give answers that Teddy will remember and even mention later on.

Teddy loves to eat too, so children can play fun minigames via the Touch Screen to prepare a range of meals, then feed Teddy. But be careful: sometimes the food will be too hot, and the player will have to blow into the microphone to cool it down! Teddy can be a bit of a messy eater at times, so a little light cleaning might be needed after a meal. Don’t worry: Teddy also loves to take baths, so is never dirty for long! Players can dress their teddy up too, with a big range of tops, hats, shoes, accessories and more, plus different fur colours to unlock too, making each player’s bear even more unique to them. Clothes, special lollies that unlock new fur colours, and seeds that can be planted in the garden are all purchased using coins, which are earned through playing or by tapping a compatible amiibo figure once a day.

The unique simulation game Teddy Together lets young children make friends with a teddy bear that comes to life, talking and asking questions to learn more about friendship. The game will be available for Nintendo 3DS family systems, including Nintendo 2DS which plays all Nintendo 3DS games in 2D, from July 2, 2016 in Australia and New Zealand.
Additional Links:
Nintendo Australia website: http://www.nintendo.com.au 
Nintendo Australia Twitter: https://twitter.com/NintendoAUNZ
Nintendo Australia Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NintendoAUNZ
Nintendo AU on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/nintendoau

‘UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End’ FIRST WEEK Sales

SURPASS 2.7 Million Units WORLDWIDE 

SAN MATEO, CA, May 23, 2016 – Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) announced that the cumulative worldwide sales of UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End available on PlayStation®4 (PS4™) have exceeded 2.7 million units* as of May 16, 2016. The remarkable sales figure was achieved just one week from launch.

From renowned storytellers Naughty Dog, UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End is the latest installment in the PlayStation® franchise and acts as the conclusion to Nathan Drake’s quest for the ultimate treasure. UNCHARTED 4: A Thief’s End was met with widespread critical acclaim, and featured new gameplay mechanics, larger, more open environments, enhanced graphics and animations, and a fully evolved Multiplayer Mode.

“Thank you to the team at Naughty Dog for delivering Uncharted 4, a stunning experience that sets a new bar for interactive entertainment. We are thrilled so many gamers have taken this journey with Nathan Drake and look forward to continuing to deliver epic gaming experiences available only on PlayStation,” said Shawn Layden, Chairman, Sony Interactive Entertainment Worldwide Studios.

* Includes worldwide sell through data for both Blu-ray Disc sell-thru quantities and digital sales as of May 16, 2016.

About Sony Interactive Entertainment

Recognized 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, PlayStation®Original 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 and regional headquarters in California, London and Tokyo.

Blizzard Entertainment’s futuristic team-based shooter available today globally on

PC, PS4^™, and Xbox One Join the battle at www.playoverwatch.com

SYDNEY, Australia—May 24, 2016—“The world could always use more heroes”—and today, the watch begins for gamers around the globe. After drawing more than 9.7 million players to Blizzard Entertainment’s biggest open beta ever, Overwatch^®—the company’s team-based first-person shooter—is now live on Windows^® PC, PlayStation^®4, and Xbox One!

Overwatch takes place on a near-future Earth, where teams of soldiers, scientists, adventurers, and oddities clash for control of key locations around the world, from serene castle grounds in Japan to mech-production facilities in the wintry heart of Russia. The game features a diverse cast of 21 unique heroes—including Tracer, the time-jumping adventurer; McCree, the outlaw gunslinger; and Winston, the brilliant gorilla scientist—each armed with signature weapons and awe-inspiring abilities. These extraordinary characters must team up and work together to complete critical objectives in a variety of unique play modes, including Assault, Escort, and Control. Players are able to swap heroes to adapt to the ever-changing situation on the battlefield—the action is fast and fun, and the tactical possibilities are endless.

“We’re thrilled to welcome console and PC gamers everywhere to the future world of Overwatch,” said Mike Morhaime, CEO and cofounder of Blizzard Entertainment. “We’ve worked hard to create a team shooter that anyone can enjoy, with rewarding cooperative gameplay, fast-paced competitive action, and a diverse cast of awesome heroes that we’re proud to add to the Blizzard family. We think shooter veterans and anyone new to the genre will find that Overwatch is an absolute blast to play.”

Different Ways to Play

Overwatch features a variety of game modes for heroes of every kind. Quick Play automatically matches players with allies and opponents of a similar skill level—a quick and easy way to jump into the fight. Play Vs. AI mode pits a team of human players against computer-controlled opponents, with multiple difficulty settings to choose from. Custom Games allow teams of friends to tweak the game’s rules, while the wild Weekly Brawl! offers up an unexpected challenge every week, like “Justice Rains from Above” (an aerial extravaganza starring rocket-powered Pharah and Mercy, the high-flying healer) and the intense “Arcade” brawl, which features more health, faster cooldowns, and quick respawns. And there’s more to come: some time after launch, players looking for the ultimate team challenge will be able to test their mettle, earn ranks, and show off their skill in Competitive Play. Blizzard also plans to patch in new heroes and maps in the future at no additional cost.

As players compete in matches—win or lose—they’ll level up and earn Loot Boxes; each containing an assortment of in-game credits or up to four cosmetic items to customise their heroes, including skins, sprays, voice lines, and new animations. Loot Boxes can also contain legendary skins that dramatically alter their heroes’ appearance, such as the dashing and adventurous Safari Winston, or Young Genji—a version of Overwatch’s mysterious ninja from before he received his cybernetic enhancements.

Gamers can join the fight for the future today by purchasing Overwatch: Origins Edition (RRP $89.95 AUD / $104.99 NZD on Windows PC; $99.95 AUD / $114.99 NZD on PS4^™ system/Xbox One) from www.playoverwatch.com/buy. Overwatch: Origins Edition comes with a collection of hero skins that provide players with insight into five characters’ pasts—Blackwatch Reyes (Reaper), Strike-Commander Morrison (Soldier: 76), Overgrown Bastion, Security Chief Pharah, and Slipstream Tracer—as well as a cache of goodies for several Blizzard Entertainment games, including glowing Mercy wings for Diablo^® III, a Baby Winston pet for World of Warcraft^®, a set of heroic StarCraft^® II portraits, an Overwatch-themed Hearthstone^® card back, and the playable Tracer hero for Heroes of the Storm^®.^†

Overwatch is also available in a limited-edition, retail-only Collector’s Edition (RRP $189.95 AUD / $214.99 NZD on Windows PC; RRP $199.95 AUD / $229.99 NZD, PS4^™ system/Xbox One) which contains all of the content listed above along with a full-colour source book, the Overwatch soundtrack, and a high-quality collectible statue of Soldier: 76—the vigilante alter ego of former Overwatch commander Jack Morrison. Quantities are limited; players should check with their local retailer for availability. Windows PC gamers also have the option to download a digital PC edition ($69.95 AUD digital only), which includes all 21 heroes and provides players with the core Overwatch experience.

Players on any platform looking to augment their collection of skins, sprays, and other cosmetic goodies may also purchase the same Loot Boxes that they can earn through gameplay. On PC, these are available in quantities of 2 for $2.95 AUD, 5 for $7.35 AUD, 11 for $14.95 AUD, 24 for $29.95 AUD, and 50 for $59.95 AUD. Console pricing may vary by region.

In addition to the English version, Overwatch has been localised into Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, German, European Spanish, French, Italian, Polish, Russian, Korean, Japanese, and traditional and simplified Chinese. Overwatch has been rated M for Mature by the Australian Classification Board.

For more information about Overwatch, visit www.playoverwatch.com. For screenshots, videos, and other media, visit the Blizzard Entertainment press site at http://blizzard.gamespress.com/overwatch.

PAC-MAN 256 COMING TO CONSOLES & PC!

A brand new version of the highly acclaimed PAC-MAN game has been announced in conjunction with PAC-MAN’s annual birthday!

Sydney, Australia – May 24^rd, 2016 – The yellow 80’s icon with a voracious appetite celebrates his 36th anniversary with the announcement of the highly acclaimed PAC-MAN 256 mobile game now coming to home console & PC systems. Developed by Hipster Whale and 3 Sprockets, PAC-MAN 256 will be digitally available on June 21^st on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC through Steam.

Click here to watch the announcement trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F86_pplPreo

PAC-MAN 256 allows fans to play the award winning mobile game on console with new features exclusive to the console versions. In addition to the social sharing option and 10 themes unlocked, they will be able to play with up to 4 friends via the local co-op multiplayer mode. Players will have to work together to eat all Pac-Dots & Power Pellets, and overcome the notorious ghost ensemble: Blinky, Pinky, Inky, and Clyde. And of course the infamous “256 Glitch” from the mobile version is back alongside the crazy power-ups!

“We have really enjoyed working with BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment and Hipster Whale on PAC-MAN 256 for mobile, and having the opportunity to ship it on the latest generation of consoles and PC is the icing on the cake for us! We can’t wait to see how much fun players have with it” says Seon Rozenblum, Director at 3 Sprockets.

Benjamin Prénom, Project Owner at BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe S.A.S declares “We wanted everyone to enjoy PAC-MAN 256, so it was a logical decision to make it available on PS4, Xbox One and PC. The brand new local multiplayer mode, exclusive to the console and pc version, makes it even more accessible: get ready for maximum fun playing up to 4 players at the same time!”

With the anniversary of gaming’s first international superstar comes an amazing discount on the PAC-MAN 256 mobile game. “Coin Doubler” will be available for €2.99 instead of €4.99 from May 19^th to May 27^th. Other festive activities are also organized on the PAC-MAN community page on https://www.facebook.com/pacman/

Fans will not have to wait long as PAC-MAN 256 will be available on June 21^st on PlayStation®4 via the PlayStation®Network, Xbox One via the Xbox Games Store and PC through Steam and for a suggested one time price of €4,99*

* Local currency price may vary

Click here to download screen assets: http://bandainamcogames-press.com/download/168682/12c81f9a4e7b0d8f33cbb6db9b892c2057a1d71e

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, with marketing and sales operations in 50 countries across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Australasia. The company is known for creating and publishing many of the industry’s top video game franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TEKKEN™, SOULCALIBUR™, NARUTO™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, Dragon Ball®, GALAGA™, RIDGE RACER™ and ACE COMBAT™.

About Hipster Whale

Hipster Whale is an indie studio in Melbourne, Australia and the talent behind the smash hit Crossy Road. With more than 80 million downloads since its release in November 2014, Crossy Road has been hailed as ‘free-to-play done right’. Hipster Whale are re-inventing the mobile free-to-play model and prides in putting their players first and pushing the boundaries whilst taking inspiration from traditional and retro video games.

PAC-MAN™256 &©BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Inc.

©2014-2015 Hipster Whale Pty Ltd

About 3 sprokets

Based in Melbourne Australia, 3 Sprockets is a multi-award winning, self-funded independent studio that specialises in making games for Console, Desktop & Mobile devices that have a strong focus on community features like user generated content, online multiplayer and competitive & co-operative gameplay.