WINTER SPORTS GAME SNOW DEBUTS SNOWBOARDING AND SNOWMOBILING

Poppermost Productions Expands the Mountain With Two New Fan-Requested Gameplay Choices

STOCKHOLM – May 24, 2016 – Poppermost Productions has announced that snowboards and snowmobiles are now available in SNOW! This highly anticipated development marks a key milestone in SNOW’s promise of providing the most fun and lifelike winter action sports experience to date.

“Snowboarding and snowmobiling have always been cornerstones of our vision for SNOW,” said Alexander Bergendahl, CEO at Poppermost. “We’ve put tremendous care and energy into capturing the very unique ways in which these sports feel in order to deliver that same level of enjoyable authenticity our community has come to expect from the game.”

Poppermost worked hand in hand with core community members to make snowboarding look and feel great from the first push, studying the sport to pinpoint the nuanced differences between how snowboarders and skiers share the mountain. The team will continue to fine-tune these mechanics in ongoing updates with feedback from players. And in true SNOW style, a handpicked selection of boards, bindings, boots and other gear from real-life snowboarding brands like Ride are now available in the in-game store, with additional brands to be revealed throughout the year.

Snowmobiles bring a new dimension of freedom to the game, as players can now drive up the mountain. These powerful vehicles are accessible from anywhere, making it easier than ever to get to those fresh powder cliff drops and backcountry trails. Snowmobiles even have their own sets of tricks and maneuvers for true adrenaline-seekers!

SNOW is now in open beta as a free-to-play title on Windows PC via Steam Early Access, with a beta test on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system expected later this year. Support for PlayStation®VR and Oculus Rift is also in development. For more information, visit SNOW’s official website at www.snowthegame.com, and follow the game on Facebook and Twitter.

About Poppermost Productions

Poppermost Productions is an indie game developer based in Stockholm, Sweden. Their core focus is to create immersive and authentic gaming experiences and bring the feeling of freedom and creativity inherent to action sports to life.

Deadlight: Director’s Cut ‘Survival Arena’ Mode Details Divulged

Fight or Flight, Either Way Maintain the Momentum to Survive

Larkspur, Calif., May 24, 2016 – Deep Silver today showcases the ‘Survival Arena’ Mode exclusive for Deadlight: Director’s Cut, co-developed by Tequila Works and Abstraction Games. In order to handle the oncoming wave of zombies, the player will need to act swiftly and decide wisely on which course of action will prolong their survival. Deadlight: Director’s Cut will launch June 21, 2016 for PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft and PC digitally for $19.99.

Watch the new trailer here: https://youtu.be/r1r8rmzzggs

In the all new Survival Arena Mode, pick-ups are essential to withstand the hordes, such as in-map weapons and ammunition. Changing the game, different weapons will also be introduced, including the Machine Gun, Molotov Cocktail and Sniper Rifle. A further helping hand will be offered though medical kits scattered across the map. Destructible environments are another strategic aid to look out for, such as walls and surfaces which can be demolished to access untrodden areas. Defenses can also be utilized to venture to new areas within the mode or to halt zombies. The Survival Arena mode will include a Leaderboard with the player rankings based on survival time.

The PlayStation®4 system and Xbox One versions of Deadlight: Directors Cut will now also offer the Nightmare Mode, revealing an alternate ending to Deadlight once the game has been completed.

Features:
• Separated from his family, search the ruins of a ‘1986’ Seattle and uncover the fate of Randall’s loved ones
• Solve puzzles and overcome environmental hazards in tense 2D platforming
• Decimate zombies with melee combat and weapons, or sneak past them
• Combat isn’t always the answer, especially when ammunition, weapons, and resources are scarce
• Survive endless waves of zombies in the new ‘Survival Arena’ mode! Use Interactive defenses to block zombies and access new areas, or fight back using different weapons like the Machine Gun, Molotov Cocktail and Sniper Rifle and try to rank above the rest in online-leader boards
• Take on the ultimate survival challenge on PS4 and Xbox One in the previously PC-exclusive ‘Nightmare’ difficulty mode
• Running at 1080p on all platforms, with superior controls and enhanced animations
• Watch the original Developer Diaries and learn more about the Deadlight series!
• Explore the gorgeous art of Deadlight in the Deadlight: Director’s Cut digital art book accessed in-game!

Product Details
Platforms: PS4™, Xbox One, PC
Release: June 21, 2016
Developers: Abstraction Games and Tequila Works
Publisher: Deep Silver
Genre: 2D Side-Scroller / Survival Horror
Players: Single Player with Online Leaderboards
ESRB Rating: M
MSRP: $19.99

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About Deep Silver
Deep Silver develops and publishes interactive games for all platforms, seeking to deliver top-quality products that provide immersive game experiences driven by the desires of the gaming community. The company has published more than 200 games worldwide since 2003, including the best-selling zombie action Dead Island(TM) franchise, the critically-acclaimed Metro(TM): Last Light and the smash hit action adventure Saints Row IV(TM). Deep Silver is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Koch Media, GmbH, and also owns the development studios Deep Silver Fishlabs in Hamburg, Germany, Deep Silver Volition based in Champaign, IL, USA, and Deep Silver Dambuster Studios in Nottingham, UK. For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com.

POOL NATION VR SET TO RACK ‘EM UP FOR STEAM’S HTC VIVE ON JUNE 1

Seattle, WA – May 24, 2016 – After a brief delay to perfect its online multiplayer competition, Pool Nation VR is now confirmed to arrive on Steam for the HTC VIVE virtual reality platform on June 1.

Based on the popular billiards simulation series Pool Nation from developer Cherry Pop Games, and created cooperatively with VR-centric dev studio Perilous Orbit, Pool Nation VR immerses players in the full pool hall experience! Enter the lifelike billiard room to play variants of traditional pool and snooker against humans and AI, throw darts, smash bottles then lounge around a virtual pool hall with friends.

Player One and Player Two in an Online Match. Does the Viking hat pose an advantage?!

Pool Nation VR Gameplay Features

•     Play Real Pool – Delight your senses with an immersive and accurate representation of the sport using motion control and real pool physics (be careful not to lean on the table, it’s not really there)
•     No Consequences – Enjoy the pleasure of throwing a bottle at your opponent or breaking one against the wall. We won’t make you clean-up in VR.
•     Customize Your Game – Choose from several variations of pool and snooker with popular rule sets, or just hang out and hit some balls in free play
•     Online and Offline Opponents – Play against the AI or with your friends globally online
•     Kill Some Time – Play VR darts while waiting for your turn at the table, change the music or just explore the bar
•     Go Crazy – Grab, stack, and smash objects in the world. Create a tower of bottles, stack ’em high and launch a pool ball at your creation
•     Enjoy a Polished VR Experience – Years of VR / AR know-how help provide a fun and comfortable VR space to hang out in with your mates from the comfort of your own home

Available on Steam for the HTC VIVE starting June 1 for $19.99 USD, Pool Nation VR demonstrates more than just amazing pool physics in a VR space. Players will be able to interact with all sorts of objects, create trickshots with plates, bottles and other items in the pool hall, play virtual darts, and take part in the time-honored pastime of throwing empty beer bottles against the wall. With the most advanced proprietary physics engine honed for billiards realism, Pool Nation VR aims to deliver an interactive VR billiards experience and the most chill VR hangout.

For more information on development or to trade pool hall secrets with friends, join the discussion on Reddit and Steam then follow the game’s development with Perilous Orbit and Cherry Pop Games.

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About Perilous Orbit

Perilous Orbit is a VR-centric game design and development studio based in Seattle, WA. Focused on creating high quality immersive experiences with partners around the world, we bring together years of experience building amazing games, productivity, and experimental applications for Microsoft Hololens & Xbox. The Perilous Orbit team aims to find FUN as quickly as possible through rapid prototyping and ideation.

About Cherry Pop Games

Located in Manchester, UK, Cherry Pop Games is an independent, multi-platform development studio specializing in pool and snooker games. Its proprietary physics engine has been honed from many years and in 2015 the team integrated it with Unreal Engine 4. Cherry Pop Games’ first title, Pool Nation, was released on Xbox LIVE Arcade in 2012. Since then the franchise has appeared across 5 platforms and has been downloaded over 4 million times worldwide. Cherry Pop Games brings to Pool Nation VR the beauty of UE4, the precision of the Pool Nation Physics and stunning visuals just waiting to be explored.

KOEI TECMO GAMES TO SHOWCASE ACTION-PACKED PORTFOLIO AT E3 2016

Highly-Anticipated Action Titles ‘Nioh’ and ‘Attack on Titan’ to Appear with Brand New Gameplay; Top-Secret Title by Developer Omega Force to be Revealed at E3

Hertfordshire, 24^th May 2016— KOEI TECMO Europe today announced that it will be present at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) 2016 at the LA Convention Center in Los Angeles, California from the 14^th June until the 16^th June. Two highly-anticipated upcoming titles for KOEI TECMO Europe are at this year’s show: the dark samurai action RPG, Nioh, and high-octane, giant-slaying action game A.O.T. Wings of Freedom, based on the worldwide hit anime ‘Attack on Titan’. In addition, KOEI TECMO Europe will reveal an unannounced, top-secret title at the show, currently in development by Omega Force.

In development exclusively for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Nioh will be playable with compelling, never-before-seen content in addition to all of the offerings of its recent Alpha Demo. A.O.T. Wings of Freedom will be playable on the PS4™ system for the first time in North America, and will make its worldwide debut for Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft. In addition to hands-on demos for the two titles, key members from KOEI TECMO Games and Team NINJA will be on-hand and accessible for scheduled media appointments.

“With an original IP from an extensive, all-star development team, and a Titan-sized action game based on the acclaimed anime, KOEI TECMO Games is proud to demonstrate our continued commitment to bringing top notch gaming experiences to our fans,” said Amos Ip, Senior Vice President and General Manager of KOEI TECMO America. “We can’t wait for attendees to get their hands on two of this year’s biggest action titles, and we look forward to their reaction when we unveil an upcoming project that we’re incredibly excited to be working on.”

KOEI TECMO Games will be located in an upstairs meeting room in South Hall, #304B.

Nioh

[PlayStation®4 / 2016] – In the dark, fantasy action RPG Nioh, players will traverse war-torn Japan as William, a blonde-haired swordsman whose background as a fierce warrior and seasoned knowledge of the blade allows him to survive in the demon-plagued land of the samurai. Players will face off against other samurai in epic sword battles and intense, multi-target engagements offering a level of difficulty that will truly test even the most hardened samurai’s skills, patience, and strategy. Nioh not only incorporates iconic elements from Japanese folklore such as samurai and supernatural creatures—the game also offers the exhilaration of an authentic samurai sword fight straight from Team NINJA. Nioh is guaranteed to challenge players in a way that makes every mission feel earned and their accomplishments worthwhile.

Nioh is headed to E3 with more of what everyone loved about the recent Alpha Demo on PlayStation 4: more high-intensity combat, new weapons, never before seen characters, deadlier enemies and a whole lot of challenging gameplay. All Alpha Demo content will be available for those who have never tried the title.

Scheduled for launch in 2016, Nioh is in development exclusively for the PS4™ system. For more news and information on Nioh, please visit the official site at http://teamninja-studio.com/nioh/uk, Like Nioh and KOEI TECMO Europe on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Niohofficial and www.facebook.com/koeigames, www.facebook.com/tecmoeurope, and become part of the #KTfamily by following KOEI TECMO Europe on Twitter at @koeitecmoeurope and Team NINJA Twitter at @TeamNINJAStudio.

A.O.T. Wings of Freedom

[PlayStation®4, Xbox One, Steam®, PlayStation®Vita, PlayStation®3 / 26^th August 2016] – An epic action game based on the hugely successful anime ‘Attack on Titan’,  A.O.T. Wings of Freedom incorporates the claustrophobic atmosphere and iconic, fast-paced battle action of one of the most celebrated new anime IPs of the last few years.Set in a land where three gigantic walls have been built around humanity’s only known settlements for protection from the towering, eerily human-like Titans, three young heroes Eren, Mikasa and Armin witness the end of 100 years of peace. Humanity is once again threatened after a massive Titan breaks down one of the outer walls, and the heroes must fight off and discover the mystery behind the invading creatures. Players will engage in high-flying, high-octane combat as they utilize the trademark Omni-Directional Mobility Gear and ultra-sharp blades to repel the fearsome Titans.

Playable on the PS4™ system for the first time in North America, and making its worldwide hands-on debut for Xbox One, A.O.T. Wings of Freedom brings the most shocking, courageous and exhilarating moments of the world-renowned anime to life. Join the Scout Regiment and protect humanity from the Titans!

Scheduled for launch on 26^th August, 2016, A.O.T. Wings of Freedom will be available on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and available digitally on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system, PlayStation®Vita handheld system and PC via Steam®.

To stay in touch with all the ‘A.O.T. Wings of Freedom’ news please visit the official site at www.koeitecmoeurope.com/aot, like www.facebook.com/koeigames, and follow us on twitter @koeitecmoeurope

For more information on KOEI TECMO products, please visit the official website at www.koeitecmoeurope.com, Like KOEI TECMO Europe on Facebook at www.facebook.com/koeigames, and become part of the #KTfamily by following KOEI TECMO Europe on Twitter at @koeitecmoeurope. For more information on Team NINJA products, Like Team NINJA on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/teamninjastudio and follow Team NINJA on Twitter at @TeamNINJAStudio.

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

ACTIVISION PUBLISHING, INC., NICKELODEON AND PLATINUMGAMES INC. LAUNCH TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES™: MUTANTS IN MANHATTAN

Take on the Turtles’ Mightiest Foes in This New Four-Player Online Co-op Action Game

SANTA MONICA, Calif. – May 24, 2016 – Activision Publishing, Inc., Nickelodeon and PlatinumGames Inc. have released Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles™: Mutants in Manhattan, a new action game starring New York City’s Heroes in a Half-Shell – Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo. Made with developer PlatinumGames’ unique flair for fast, satisfying combat and bold, energetic visuals, it pits players against aliens, mutants and the soldiers of the Foot Clan in a showdown for the sprawling streets, subways, sewers and skylines of the Big Apple.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan is a third-person, team-based brawler that can be enjoyed alone or with up to four players in online cooperative multiplayer. Dish out justice to huge swarms of enemies, and stand strong against hard-hitting, fan-favorite villains like Shredder, General Krang, Karai, Bebop, Rocksteady, Armaggon, Wingnut and Slash. Each Turtle has a distinct play style and can be customized with special Ninjutsu moves, combat items and other bonuses to top the global leaderboards across multiple difficulty levels.

Drawing from the gritty but lighthearted attitude of the series’ origins, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan delivers an original storyline from IDW Publishing author Tom Waltz and is crafted with beautifully colorful cel-shaded 3D graphics.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan is out today for $49.99 on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, and Windows PC via Steam. It is also available on the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system and Xbox 360 for $39.99. This game is rated T (Teen) by the ESRB.

About Activision Publishing, Inc.

Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Activision Publishing, Inc. is a leading global producer and publisher of interactive entertainment. Activision maintains operations throughout the world. More information about Activision and its products can be found on the company’s website, www.activision.com, or by following @Activision.

About PlatinumGames Inc.

PlatinumGames Inc. is an independent entertainment developer based in Osaka, Japan, dedicated toa making high-quality, next-generation games for a variety of hardware platforms. Under the slogan “Taking on the World as the Representative of Japan,” PlatinumGames works hard to deliver fresh surprises and new experiences to gamers all over the world. Official website: www.platinumgames.com.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 37^th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, online, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 90 million households and has been the number-one-rated basic cable network for 20 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB). 

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-looking Statements: Information in this press release that involves Activision Publishing’s expectations, plans, intentions or strategies regarding the future, including statements about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan are forward-looking statements that are not facts and involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Factors that could cause Activision Publishing’s actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements set forth in this release include unanticipated product delays and other factors identified in the risk factors sections of Activision Blizzard’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K and any subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The forward-looking statements in this release are based upon information available to Activision Publishing and& nbsp;Activision Blizzard as of the date of this release, and neither Activision Publishing nor Activision Blizzard assumes any obligation to update any such forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements believed to be true when made may ultimately prove to be incorrect. These statements are not guarantees of the future performance of Activision Publishing or Activision Blizzard and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond its control and may cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations.

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.