KOEI TECMO EUROPE UNVEILS NEW TIME, WEATHER, AND LIFE POINT SYSTEM FEATURES FOR ATELIER SOPHIE: THE ALCHEMIST OF THE MYSTERIOUS BOOK 

Pre-Order Bonuses detailed for celebrated Atelier series from GUST! 

Hertfordshire, 14th April 2016 – KOEI TECMO Europe today announced new gameplay features and detailed pre-order bonus information for GUST’s upcoming RPG, Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book. The game will bring the charm and magic of the long-running Atelier series to the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system for the first time on 10^th June 2016, with a simultaneous digital-only release for the PlayStation®Vita handheld system. 

In Atelier Sophie: the Alchemist of the Mysterious Book the player must always be aware of two elements that greatly affect successful mission completions and material harvesting: Time and Weather. The time of day and the weather conditions should be carefully considered before heading out to a mission as some monsters will only show if the time and weather are favourable. Similarly, some necessary materials can only be harvested in specific times and weather conditions. Atelier Sophie: the Alchemist of the Mysterious Book also introduces a fatigue-based Life Point system, which can weaken attacks when a character has spent too long adventuring, gathering materials, and/or fighting without resting (returning to the atelier). These two new elements add to the challenging nature of this beautiful RPG and are indicative of the reimagined gameplay system of the Atelier universe!

Koei Tecmo released a brand new trailer showcasing these exciting new features, as well as a gameplay video further expanding on the re-vamped Atelier battle system.

Atelier Sophie: The Alchemist of the Mysterious Book offers one of two different bonus DLC packs to players who pre-order the game from select retailers. Those who order through Amazon will receive an in-game background music pack, as well as two delightful Atelier Sophie themes for their PlayStation 4. Independent retailers will be offering a pack consisting of a background music, the Doll Making costume ‘Aqua Suit’, a five-piece set of useful materials and items to be used in synthesis and a theme.

Finally, those who purchase either the digital PlayStation®4 or PlayStation®Vita versions from the PlayStation®Store during its first month of release will receive two Atelier Sophie themes, as well as an in-game bundle of useful items boosting their attack (uni bag), Hit Points (sweets), or Mental Points (sotea) that can be used on their adventures.

For more information please like us on www.facebook.com/ateliergames and follow us on twitter @koeitecmoeurope or visit the official site at www.ateliergames.eu/Sophie.

About Atelier Sophie: the Alchemist of the Mysterious Book

Atelier Sophie is set against a vibrant background reminiscent of a medieval European town and follows the exploits of a young novice Alchemist who discovers she is the owner of an enigmatic volume imbued with a soul. This Mysterious Book seems to hold all the secrets to the art of Alchemy knowledge and goes on to become Sophie’s mentor. As Sophie improves her Alchemy skills throughout the story, she unravels the book’s forgotten memories and eventually sets out to uncover the strange tale of her teacher’s origin.

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  

©2016 KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. All rights reserved. Atelier Sophie and GUST are registered trademarks or trademarks of KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.

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Sherlock Holmes: The Devil’s Daughter – New Video and New Release Date Announced

Watch the Video on YouTube HERE: https://youtu.be/lMpJ2at2OIg

Lesquin, FRANCE – April 14, 2016 – Bigben Interactive, the video game publisher and distributor, and the studio Frogwares are today pleased to reveal the first gameplay trailer for Sherlock Holmes: The Devil’s Daughter. The game will be available June 10th on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC.

In this new video, the adventure is just beginning for the celebrated detective! Beset by doubt and fear, he must act quickly to escape his darkest demons. Will his nerve be up to the task?

Sherlock Holmes: The Devil’s Daughter will be released June 10th on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC.

Sherlock Holmes: The Devil’s Daughter is a unique adventure game that blends exploration, investigation and action for a breath-taking and fantastic playing experience.

What led young Katelyn to 221B Baker Street? Could she have discovered the dark truth about her family? And who is the charming clairvoyant who has moved in to 221C? Is there room for séances and occult rituals in the bastion of logic and rationalism?

For the first time in his prestigious career, the most illustrious of detectives must fight not to reveal a secret, but to keep one…

In Sherlock Holmes: The Devil’s Daughter, you play as the master detective himself, plunged against his will into a fantastic adventure brimming with intense action sequences for an interactive experience that is more immersive than ever. The mysteries follow one after another, the clues pile up, trails intersect, the hypotheses contradict… Will you be able to guide Sherlock Holmes to the incredible final revelation?

For more information about the Sherlock Holmes Games: www.sherlockholmes-games.com

For more information about Bigben Interactive and their video games: www.bigben.eu

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About Bigben Interactive

Bigben Interactive is a European player specialized in video game publishing  and the design and distribution of smartphone and gaming accessories as well as audio products, The Group, which is recognized for its capacities in terms of innovation and creation, aspires to become one of European leaders in each of its business segments.

Company listed on Euronext Paris, compartment C – Index : CAC SMALL – Éligible SRD long | ISN : FR0000074072 ; Reuters : BIGPA ; Bloomberg : BIGFP |SALES 2014-2015: 184,9M€ | HEADCOUNT: 350 employees | INTERNATIONAL: 9 subsidiaries  and a distribution network in 50 countries.

www.bigben-group.com

About Frogwares

Frogwares is an independent video game development studio based in Dublin and Kiev. Since 2000, the studio has become renowned for its vast catalogue of games, ranging from RTS to action-adventure games. Frogwares’ games are available on major game platforms, including the latest generation consoles, and are often compared in quality to many AAA titles. The developer’s cutting-edge Sherlock Holmes games are also a registered trademark of the studio.

For more information, please visit www.frogwares.com

Timeless FINAL FANTASY IX now available for PC

Fan favourite available today on Steam with a 20% discount

LONDON (14^th April, 2016) –   Square Enix Ltd., today announced that FINAL FANTASY® IX, a fan favourite in the FINAL FANTASY series, is now available on STEAM®. Recently optimised for mobile devices, FINAL FANTASY IX offers a tale of love, magic and self-discovery. FINAL FANTASY IX for STEAM also offers a selection of new features, including;

·         Full STEAM Trading cards
·         High-definition movies and character models
·         New cloud save feature allows players to back up save data to play across other compatible devices
·         Auto save function
·         Seven all-new optional booster features, including high speed mode and no encounter mode, which will allow players to automatically master equipped weapons and gear, as well as maximize character levels, magic stone counts and gil

Originally released in 2000, FINAL FANTASY IX tells the story of the bandit Zidane Tribal who plans to kidnap the princess of Alexandria, Garnet Til Alexandros the 17th, with the troupe of thieves known as Tantalus. An unlikely series of events set Zidane, Garnet, the shy yet powerful black mage Vivi Ornitier, the loyal knight Adelbert Steiner, and other memorable characters on an epic journey as they learn about themselves, the secrets of the Crystal, and a malevolent force that threatens to destroy their world.

FINAL FANTASY IX is now available on STEAM at a discounted price of £12.79 / €16.79 until 20^th April (Regular price: £15.99 / €20.99).

For more information on FINAL FANTASY IX for PC, please visit:http://store.steampowered.com/app/377840.

To view the official announcement trailer, visit: https://youtu.be/C5A9wSvpoSk

Related Links
Official Homepage:  http://www.jp.square-enix.com/ff9/en/
Official FINAL FANTASY Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/finalfantasy
Official FINAL FANTASY Twitter: @FINALFANTASY

About FINAL FANTASY Portal App
The free-to-download “FINAL FANTASY Portal App” provides the latest and greatest on all things FINAL FANTASY, as well as exclusive promotional trailers and developer commentary.  By logging in with their Square Enix account, players can accumulate points that can be exchanged for various items. Also, the iconic Triple Triad card game from FINAL FANTASY VIII makes its mobile debut, and is playable in the app.

About Square Enix Ltd.
Square Enix Ltd., a part of the Square Enix Europe business unit, develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix Group. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as IO Interactive™, Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos Montréal. The Square Enix Group boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 110 million units worldwide, DRAGON QUEST® which has sold over 66 million units worldwide and TOMB RAIDER® which has sold over 45 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at http://www.square-enix.com/eu/en/ .

FINAL FANTASY IX © 2000, 2001, 2016 SQUARE ENIX CO., LTD. All Rights Reserved.
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FINAL FANTASY, DRAGON QUEST, EIDOS, SPACE INVADERS, SQUARE ENIX, the SQUARE ENIX logo, TAITO and TOMB RAIDER are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Square Enix group of companies. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

NEW TRAILER FOR STAR OCEAN: INTEGRITY AND FAITHLESSNESS SHOWCASES BATTLE SYSTEM

Character Spotlights Also Revealed for Fiore and Victor

SYDNEY (14^th April 2016) –  Ahead of the launch of STAR OCEAN®: INTEGRITY AND FAITHLESSNESS™ on the 1^st July, Square Enix Ltd., today released a brand new trailer for the title which showcases the game’s battle system and characters in more depth. The trailer gives fans a further glimpse at STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness’ seamless real-time combat and transitions from fighting to exploring.

In STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness, controlling up to six characters in battle, players must strategise with battle roles and skills to keep the edge in combat. To watch the full Battle System Trailer now, visithttps://youtu.be/NGy1UQC_-ZY

Character spotlight videos were also revealed for two further characters, Fiore and Victor. To watch the character spotlight videos now, visit: Fiore https://youtu.be/UTFJUCf_GQ4  / Victor https://youtu.be/ie3oN9S9c0k

STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness will be released in Europe and PAL territories on 1^st July 2016 for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. The game will be available with English and French in-game text only. A Limited Edition which features a steelbook™ case and in-game DLC and much more will also be available in limited quantities at selected retailers.

Battle Trailer

EN – https://youtu.be/NGy1UQC_-ZY

Victor Character Spotlight Trailer

EN – https://youtu.be/ie3oN9S9c0k

Fiore Character Spotlight Trailer

EN – https://youtu.be/UTFJUCf_GQ4

Related Links

Official Homepage: http://staroceangame.com

Official Facebook®: https://www.facebook.com/starocean/

Official Twitter®: https://twitter.com/starocean

About STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness

Set between the events of the second and third games in the series, STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness takes place centuries after humans have left Earth for the stars. At this point in history, the Pangalactic Federation is nearing the fulfilment of its mission: Peace and order throughout the galaxy. However, the embers of conflict begin to stir once more on the planet of Faykreed, 6,000 light years from Earth, as a new story begins in the ocean of stars.

About Square Enix Ltd.　　　　　　

Square Enix Ltd., a part of the Square Enix Europe business unit, develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix Group. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as IO Interactive™, Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos Montréal. The Square Enix Group boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 110 million units worldwide, DRAGON QUEST® which has sold over 66 million units worldwide and TOMB RAIDER® which has sold over 45 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at http://www.square-enix.com/eu/en/.

Battleborn Open Beta Available Today on all 3 platforms; PS4, PC and Xbox One

Today, 2K and Gearbox Software announced that the Battleborn Open Beta is available today at 18:00 BST on all 3 platforms; PS4, PC and Xbox One.

The Battleborn Open Beta includes two full story episodes, “The Algorithm,” and “Void’s Edge,” which can be played in up to 5-player co-op, as well as two Competitive Multiplayer Modes: Incursion and Meltdown.

Open Beta Players will start with seven unlocked heroes, while others will unlock with from rank advancement and completing objectives, letting participants experience the natural progression of the game while unlocking heroes, skins, taunts, titles, and more. Additionally, by joining in the fight to save the last star in the universe, Open Beta players can earn exclusive skins from achieving group challenges.

To find out additional details surrounding today’s announcement on the officialBattleborn blog at: https://battleborn.com/en/news/view/en-battleborns-open-beta-begins/

You can find out everything you need to know about Battleborn’s Open Beta on the official Battleborn blog: https://battleborn.com/en/news/view/en-battleborn-an-introduction-to-the-end-of-the-universe/

With a roster of 25 playable heroes,  Battleborn is rated PEGI 16 and launches on May 3, 2016 on PS4, Xbox One and PC.

Deep Silver Announces The ‘Merits’ Program and Releases the “Hearts and Minds 101” Featurette for Homefront®: The Revolution

Register at Homefront-Game.com to Earn Merits and Unlock the Red Rebel Combat Gear for The Player’s Co-Op Character Used In Resistance Mode

Larkspur, Calif., April 13, 2016 – Deep Silver today unveiled the Homefront®: The Revolution ‘Merits’ program, a reward plan for members of the Homefront community.

Anyone can simply go to Homefront-Game.com and begin earning Merits by completing missions on the site to dive deeper into the lore of the universe. Each Merit earned unlocks a corresponding piece of Combat Gear from the Red Rebel set, which can be used to customize your co-op character in Resistance Mode.

Once merits are achieved, players will see the associated in-game Combat Gear unlock by linking their Homefront profile to their Xbox LIVE, PSN or Steam account. Seven merits are currently available at the launch of this program, with more to come between now and when Homefront: The Revolution launches on May 17 in North America.

In addition, the new ‘Hearts and Minds 101’ featurette showcases how players can perform actions in the open world – the red, yellow, and green zones – in Homefront®: The Revolution, and earn the support of the oppressed population of occupied Philadelphia through unique gameplay mechanics.

Watch the ‘Hearts and Minds 101’ trailer here: https://youtu.be/K-1n92BW7mo

Through Hearts and Minds, the player’s actions have a direct effect on the world around them, with an ultimate goal: Ignite a Revolution.

Find the previous Homefront: The Revolution ‘Guerrilla Warfare 101’ here: https://youtu.be/_Bett_Z-aLk?list=PLein2LLbDsGrXFQD2-IOMibY_udDINZEs

For more information and to get the latest updates on Homefront: The Revolution, visit the official website at www.Homefront-Game.com, follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @HomefrontGame or on Facebook at Facebook.com/HomefrontGame.

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About Homefront: The Revolution
Homefront: The Revolution is an open-world first person shooter where you must lead the Resistance movement in guerrilla warfare against a superior military force.

A living, breathing, open world responds to your actions – you and your Resistance Cell can inspire a rebellion on the streets and turn Occupation into Revolution, as oppressed civilians take up the fight.

But your enemy has the advantage – superior technology, firepower, heavy armor and air support. You must learn the art of guerrilla warfare – ambush, sabotage, infiltration, deception – and fight a running battle through the war-ravaged suburbs of Philadelphia.

And the single player campaign is just the start – in Co-Op you and your friends can form your own Resistance Cell and become renowned as Heroes of the Revolution!

Features:
• Explore a living, breathing open world – experience true open world gameplay in a first person shooter, brought to life with astonishing CRYENGINE-powered visuals

• Wage Guerrilla Warfare – this is no linear shooter; learn the art of guerrilla warfare and use ambush, infiltration and hit and run tactics against your foe in thrilling un-scripted firefights

• Build the Resistance – recruit revolutionaries to the cause, establish bases and safehouses, capture and customize a deadly arsenal, and build improvised, homebrew weapons for your Guerrilla Tool Kit

• Ignite the Revolution – from oppressed citizen to revolutionary leader, an epic single-player campaign tells the story of the second War of Independence. The dynamic, evolving world responds to your actions as an oppressed nation rises up in defiance against the occupation

• Online Co-Op – take the battle online, form a Resistance Cell with your friends and earn your reputation as Heroes of the Revolution

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.

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© 2016 and published by Deep Silver, a division of Koch Media, Austria. Developed by Deep Silver Dambuster Studios. Homefront, Deep Silver and their respective logos are trademarks of Koch Media GmbH. Portions of this software are included under license © 2004-2016 Crytek GmbH. All rights reserved. Crytek, CryEngine and their respective logos are trademarks of Crytek Group. All other trademarks, logos and copyrights are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Activision Publishing, Inc., Nickelodeon and independent developer PlatinumGames Inc. have revealed two new sets of cosmetic character DLC that will be available to those who pre-order the upcoming third-person action game Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles™: Mutants in Manhattan.

Those who pre-order Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan from GameStop will receive four unique Rock N Roll costumes for Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo to wear in game, while pre-orders from the PlayStation®Store, Xbox Games Store and Steam will earn four distinctive Samurai skins.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan is a fast and shell-shocking team brawler that pits players against the many menacing minions of the Foot Clan, as well as fan-favorite villains like Shredder, General Krang, Karai, Bebop, Rocksteady, Armaggon, Wingnut and Slash. Protect the streets of New York City alone or with up to four players in online co-op. The game features stylish 3D cel-shaded visuals and an original story with comic attitude from IDW Publishing series author Tom Waltz.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants in Manhattan is expected to launch in North America on May 24 as a retail and digital release on the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment systems, Xbox One, Xbox 360, and Windows PC via Steam.

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 to 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 36^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 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.

©2016 Activision Publishing, Inc.  All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

Kobe Bryant’s Legacy Lives On in NBA® 2K17 Legend Edition

Basketball icon and past NBA 2K cover athlete to grace cover in celebration of his career; fans to receive exclusive memorabilia and in-game digital content

New York, NY – April 13, 2016 – 2K today announced that NBA 2K will celebrate the renowned basketball legacy of the Los Angeles Lakers’ Kobe Bryant by featuring the 18-time NBA All-Star on the cover of the NBA 2K17 Legend Edition. This special edition of the top-rated NBA video game simulation series for the last 15 years* will highlight Bryant’s career with special Kobe-themed memorabilia and digital content extending his legacy for fans beyond his final NBA game tonight.

“It’s a great honor to partner with 2K on the NBA 2K17 Legend Edition,” said Kobe Bryant, whose retirement tonight marks a storied 20-year career. “As I walk off the NBA court for the final time, it’s exciting to know my fans can continue to celebrate my lifelong career as a Los Angeles Laker.”

EN (PEGI): https://youtu.be/fKCSmmevxhA

Gamers that pre-order the NBA 2K17 Legend Edition will receive special Kobe memorabilia and in-game digital content, including:

Physical Items:
·                Limited-edition Kobe poster;
·                Two Kobe Panini playing cards;
·                Black Mamba game controller skin.

Digital Content:
·                30,000 Virtual Currency;
·                MyTEAM Bundle + (includes 3 packs with guaranteed Kobe limited use card);
·                Nike Kobe 11 retirement shoes;
·                Kobe #8 Mitchell and Ness jersey;
·                Kobe hoodie;
·                And, more!

Bryant’s Legend Edition cover marks the second NBA 2K appearance for the 15-time member of the All-NBA Team, and 12-time member of the All-Defensive team. In addition, he has led the NBA in scoring twice, and ranks third on both the league’s all-time regular season scoring and all-time postseason scoring lists.

2K will debut the cover star for the standard edition of NBA 2K17 during the NBA 2K16 Road to the Finals $250,000 championship event this June.

The NBA 2K17 Legend Edition will be available in both digital and physical formats on PlayStation^®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One. The physical edition is exclusive to GAME in the UK.

The NBA 2K17 standard edition will be available in digital and physical formats on PlayStation^®4 system and PlayStation^®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox One and Xbox 360; and Windows PC platforms in September 2016.

Fans can pre-order NBA 2K17 at participating UK retail and online vendors, ensuring they receive their copy and in-game bonuses on the game’s September release date.

Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K17 is not yet rated by PEGI.

Follow @NBA2K on social media and look for the hashtag #ThisIsNotAGame for the latest NBA 2K17 news.

*According to 2000 – 2016 Metacritic.com and Gamerankings.com.

2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

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About Take-Two Interactive Software

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops and publishes products through its two wholly-owned labels Rockstar Games and 2K. Our products are designed for console systems and personal computers, including smartphones and tablets, and are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online platforms and cloud streaming services. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com.

About 2K

Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment globally for console systems, handheld gaming systems and personal computers, including smartphones and tablets, which are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online platforms and cloud streaming services. 2K publishes titles in today’s most popular gaming genres, including shooters, action, role-playing, strategy, sports, casual, and family entertainment. The 2K label has some of the most talented development studios in the world today, including Firaxis Games, Visual Concepts, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games and 2K China. 2K’s stable of high quality titles includes the critically acclaimed BioShock®, Borderlands™, and XCOM® franchises, the beloved Sid Meier’s Civilization series, the innovative Evolve™, the popular WWE 2K franchise and NBA 2K, the #1 rated and #1 selling basketball franchise*. 2K is headquartered in Novato, California and is a wholly owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). For more information, please visit www.2k.com .

*According to 2008 – 2016 Metacritic.com and The NPD Group estimates of U.S. retail video game sales through February 2016.

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New trailer for STAR OCEAN: INTEGRITY AND FAITHLESSNESS showcases battle system

Character spotlights also revealed for Fiore and Victor

LONDON (13^th April 2016) –  Ahead of the launch of STAR OCEAN®: INTEGRITY AND FAITHLESSNESS™ on the 1^st July, Square Enix Ltd., today released a brand new trailer for the title which showcases the game’s battle system and characters in more depth. The trailer gives fans a further glimpse at STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness’ seamless real-time combat and transitions from fighting to exploring.

In STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness, controlling up to six characters in battle, players must strategise with battle roles and skills to keep the edge in combat. To watch the full Battle System Trailer now, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGy1UQC_-ZY .

Character spotlight videos were also revealed for two further characters, Fiore and Victor. To watch the character spotlight videos now, visit: Fiore / Victor.

STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness will be released in Europe and PAL territories on 1^stJuly 2016 for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system. The game will be available with English and French in-game text only. A Collector’s Edition which features a steelbook™ case, 80-page artbook, in-game DLC and much more will also be available in limited quantities. The Collector’s Edition is available to pre-order now exclusively from SQUARE ENIX Online store, priced at £84.99 / €99.99. For more information, visit the Square Enix store.

Related Links
Official Homepage: http://staroceangame.com
Official Facebook®: https://www.facebook.com/starocean/
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About STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness
Set between the events of the second and third games in the series , STAR OCEAN: Integrity and Faithlessness takes place centuries after humans have left Earth for the stars. At this point in history, the Pangalactic Federation is nearing the fulfilment of its mission: Peace and order throughout the galaxy. However, the embers of conflict begin to stir once more on the planet of Faykreed, 6,000 light years from Earth, as a new story begins in the ocean of stars.

About Square Enix Ltd.
Square Enix Ltd., a part of the Square Enix Europe business unit, develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix Group. Square Enix Ltd. also has a global network of leading development studios such as IO Interactive™, Crystal Dynamics® and Eidos Montréal. The Square Enix Group boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 110 million units worldwide, DRAGON QUEST® which has sold over 66 million units worldwide and TOMB RAIDER® which has sold over 45 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
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