ARK: SURVIVAL EVOLVED WANTS YOU TO PLAY WITH HANDCUFFS AND A GIANT BEAVER

Yes, the Natural Lumberjack Builds Dams and Gathers Wood and the New Handcuffs Help to Control Human Prisoners

SEATTLE, WA – Tuesday, February 23, 2016 – Studio Wildcard, the studio that never sleeps, has something new for the more imaginative survivors in ARK: Survival Evolved. Available today on PC, ARK players can now tame, train, and mount Giant Beavers AND use handcuffs to rustle pesky humans should they try to, say, steal your Beaver. Today’s update also offers improved client and server performance streaming.

Steam survivors will find the newly-available Handcuffs useful for ensuring their prisoners don’t escape and aren’t violent, while the super-cuddly Giant Beaver creature can build Dams, harvest and carry vast quantities of Wood, and act as a mobile crafting station. Beavers also can swim! Wildcard Studio encourages Survivors to get onto their ARK now to ensure they’re the ones doing the Handcuffing, and not the other way around!

Watch the ARK Handcuffs-Giant Beaver Spotlight video on YouTube HERE: youtu.be/9pHgfKKGe5U

The Giant Beaver, aka Castoroides Feliconcisor, is a large, mammalian herbivore that tends to live near water. Unlike other larger beaver species, this one retains the chisel-shaped teeth of modern beavers. As is typical for beavers, they build dams as habitats, but the larger creatures on the island have a tendency to trample them. As a result, finding unsullied dams in the wild is quite rare.

The value of a tamed Castoroides is obvious from its physiology. The creature naturally gathers wood extremely efficiently, far more than most species on the island. It’s not the strongest creature, so it can only carry limited amounts, and it doesn’t realize how dangerous the island actually is.

Come join the ARK community forums HERE:

• survivetheark.com/index.php?/forums/
• steamcommunity.com/app/346110/discussions/

Studio Wildcard is challenging the ARK: Survival Evolved and modding communities to put their creativity to the test in the ultimate ARK: Survival Evolved $60,000 modding competition! Whether it’s building an entirely new ARK Island or designing a new competitive gameplay mode, Studio Wildcard is looking for fans to submit their entries in one of three categories: ‘Mods’, ‘Maps’ and ‘Total Conversions.’ All entries must be submitted before March 15, 2016, and the winners in each category will be announced on April 15, 2016. Jump into the Worldwide Modding Contest HERE: survivetheark.com/index.php?/forms/2-international-modding-contest/

ARK: Survival Evolved will launch in summer 2016 on Xbox One via the ID@Xbox program, PlayStation^®4 with Project Morpheus support, and full release on Steam PC. The game is currently playable in Microsoft’s Game Preview on Xbox One and Steam’s Early Access program, which includes Oculus Rift VR support and an integration of Steam community features such as Steam Economy and Steam Workshop for custom maps and mods. Players can host private/LAN servers and have access to a custom-built version of the Unreal Engine 4 Editor for creating mods. The world of ARK is designed to be modder-friendly and ever-expanding!

To join our growing band of survivors, journey to Steam or Microsoft’s Game Preview on Xbox One to download the game. For the latest updates follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook, subscribe to us on YouTube, visit the Website at playark.com and watch us tame and train leviathan dinosaurs on Twitch.TV.

Hitman GO: Definitive Edition Now Available for PlayStation®4, PlayStation®Vita and Steam 

SYDNEY, 24^th February 2016 –  Square Enix Montréal announced today that the revisited iteration of the studio’s critically acclaimed turn-based puzzle/strategy game, Hitman GO: Definitive Edition is now available for PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, the PlayStation®Vita system and Steam. Players can now purchase the title as a cross-buy digital download from the PlayStation Store or from the Steam marketplace. In celebration of the multiplatform release, Hitman GO: Definitive Edition (AUD$11.95 regular price) is launched with a 20% discount for the first week only.

For the occasion, Square Enix Montréal has prepared an exclusive behind the scenes video that explores the creative journey that brought Hitman GO to life. It can be found here: https://youtu.be/0U1E_dt6NVU

The definitive edition has been updated with a new control scheme optimized for the console and PC experiences, along with new platinum trophies, Steam achievements for PC and a cross save feature that allows users to seamlessly transfer save files between systems for PlayStation platforms. The game includes all precedent content updates (Opera, Airport and St. Petersburg boxes) and all in-app purchases have been removed.

Hitman GO for mobile was honoured for Best Game Design and Best iOS Game in the 2014 Canadian Videogame Awards. The game was also named an Essential app for iOS devices by Apple.

For more information on Hitman GO: Definitive Edition, please visit www.hitman.com. Learn more about Square Enix Montréal at http://www.square-enix-montreal.com and Square Enix at http://www.square-enix.com.

2K today announced WWE 2K16’s final downloadable content offering, the 2015 Hall of Fame Showcase Pack, is available beginning today for the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®3 computer entertainment systems, as well as Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system, and Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft for a suggested price of $13.45.

The 2015 Hall of Fame Showcase Pack features a mix of iconic and fantasy matchups between current WWE talent and inductees from WWE’s 2015 Hall of Fame class. The full roster of playable matches includes the following:

• “Macho Man” Randy Savage vs. Jake “The Snake” Roberts;
• Rikishi vs. The Rock;
• Alundra Blayze vs. Paige;
• Larry Zbyszko and Arn Anderson vs. Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat and Dustin Rhodes;
• Tatsumi Fujinami vs. Ric Flair;
• The Bushwhackers (Butch Miller and Luke Williams) vs. The Natural Disasters (Typhoon and Earthquake);
• The Outsiders (Kevin Nash and Scott Hall) vs. Harlem Heat (Booker T and Stevie Ray).

The Hall of Fame Showcase Pack is also included in the WWE 2K16 Season Pass. For a suggested price of $33.45, a savings of more than 20 percent versus individual content purchases, players will receive the following items as they become available:

• Accelerator
  • Players will gain instant access to all unlockable content available in the game (excluding downloadable content);
• New Moves Pack
  • Featuring more than 30 new moves, including the Corner Enzuigiri (made popular by WWE Diva Nikki Bella), Avalanche Ram (made popular by WWE Diva Paige), Sidewinder Suplex (made popular by WWE Superstar Kevin Owens), Standing Crossface Chickenwing (made popular by WWE Superstar Stardust) and Dragon Sleeper (made popular by NXT Superstar Finn Bálor);
• Legends Pack
  • Playable WWE Legends: Big Boss Man, Dusty Rhodes, Lita, “Mr. Perfect” Curt Hennig, “Rowdy” Roddy Piper, and Trish Stratus;
• Future Stars Pack                                                                                             
  • Playable NXT Superstars: Samoa Joe, Diego, Fernando, Blake and Murphy

Additional downloadable content available now for WWE 2K16 includes the following:

• MyPlayer KickStart (PS4™ system and Xbox One Exclusive)
  • Players will gain instant access to boost created Superstar ratings and attributes in the game’s MyCareer mode
• Arnold ‘The Terminator’ Schwarzenegger Pack
  • Blockbuster action film star and WWE Hall of Famer Arnold Schwarzenegger, is playable as two characters: T-800 from The Terminator and Terminator 2: Judgment Day

Developed collaboratively by Yuke’s and Visual Concepts, a 2K studio, WWE 2K16 is rated ‘M’ in Australia and New Zealand and is available now for the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 3 computer entertainment systems, Xbox One and Xbox 360.

Download assets for the Hall of Fame Showcase Pack here: 

Trailer via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIOUJU2B-K8

OMNIBUS VIOLENTLY CRASHES ONTO PERSONAL COMPUTERS THIS SPRING

– The Most Important Game of Our Time Has Arrived –

Bus Depot – Independent developer Buddy Cops and public transportation enthusiasts Devolver Digital are proud to announce a multi-billion dollar deal to publish next-to-last-gen out-of-control bus simulator OmniBus this spring on PC, Mac, and Linux.

The notorious – some might say completely fictional – development history of OmniBus has been well documented since its original announcement as a Jaguar launch title in 1992. After a series of technical issues and a tense relationship between the two studio founders that led to several cancellations of OmniBus, the game is now feature and micro-feature complete and ready for launch via Steam, GOG, and Humble. What was once thought as vaporware has now triumphantly returned to end the coming Indiepocalypse. Amen.

“After over two decades of development we’re absolutely thrilled to finally ship OmniBus and let gamers experience the world’s premier OmniBus simulator” said developers Amir Badri and Jeremy Crockett, together at the exact same time.

OmniBus is the world’s premier next-to-last gen physics game about the most powerful bus in the universe that can’t stop or even slow down for reasons incomprehensible to the simple human mind. OmniBus must complete missions at the behest of citizens as its speed increases to unsafe levels and without landing on its head or sides. OmniBus drivers will choose from the bizarre mission mode, thrilling trick mode and versus multiplayer mode for up to four players to achieve goals, set high scores, and receive total enlightenment.

“OmniBus will revolutionize the way we all think about video games and buses as it totally changes the public transportation video game simulation paradigm,” noted Devolver Digital CFO Fork Parker. “Our team debated not even releasing OmniBus as it will make the rest of our games look bad in comparison.”

OmniBus fans around the world – except North Korea – can follow the hottest OmniBus news via Twitter @OmniBusGame and @DevolverDigital or by visiting omnibusgame.com on the internet.

CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED ONE UPON LIGHT NOW AVAILABLE ON STEAM

Prepare to Battle the Forces of Light and Dark in This Award Winning Indie Puzzle Game

Los Angeles, CA – February 23, 2016 – Rising Star Games, a video game publisher renowned for bringing unique and diverse games to players everywhere, is pleased to announce that their latest title, One Upon Light, is now available on PC and Mac via Steam and selected e-retailers for $11.99. Winner of several gaming awards, including the IGF China “Best Game” Award 2013 and Famitsu’s Tokyo Game Show Indie Award 2014, One Upon Light features charming artwork inspired by black and white cartoons. Transporting players to a world where darkness is your friend and light is lethal, One Upon Light is a unique puzzle game that will delight players everywhere.

View the new launch trailer for One Upon Light  HERE: youtu.be/6cGrk5Z7ZyA
Players will learn quickly that light is deadly and darkness is their friend

“It’s great to see One Upon Light making its debut on Steam, enabling a new gaming audience to experience the fun puzzle elements it has to offer,” said Martin Defries, managing director at Rising Star Games. “The numerous awards this title has won illustrates the distinct uniqueness of the game, especially with the exceptional artwork that gives it a mysterious noir presentation.”

One Upon Light takes place in the ruined remains of the Aurora Science labs. Players take control of “The Scientist” and learn exposure to light is lethal. Gamers will solve challenging puzzles that require The Scientist to overcome obstacles of light by utilizing switches, crates, and blocks to create shadows. Master the advanced power of the Shadow Echo to create and cast shadows as puzzles become more complex and challenging.

One Upon Light Key Features:

• From The Top – Top-down puzzle gameplay sees you using the unique properties of light and shadow to explore and overcome obstacles.
• Shadow Complex – Use switches, blocks, carts and other techniques to create shadows, blocking out the light that will otherwise end your adventure…
• Echo, Echo, Echo – Use the power of the Shadow Echo to ‘record’ shadows as they appear, then use them to progress even if the real shadow vanishes.
• Shades Of Grey – Visually charming and inspired by classic black and white cartoons, One Upon Light is a true test of skill, brains and photophobia!

Developed by the talented Singaporean developers of SUTD Game Lab, One Upon Light is now available on  Steam  and selected digital e-retailers. For more information, follow Rising Star Games on  Twitter , “ Like ” the game on Facebook, and visit the official Rising Star Games website.

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ABOUT SUTD GAME LAB

The Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD Game Lab), formerly part of the Singapore-MIT GAMBIT Game Lab, has a heritage of creating award-winning games: CarneyVale: Showtime, Snap Escape and Dark Dot, among others. Its games bridge research and industry, and push innovation in the area of game development. gamelab.sutd.edu.sg

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

Gear up for new FINAL FANTASY XIV content with Patch 3.2 – The Gears Of Change

LONDON (23^rd February 2016) –    Square Enix Ltd., today releases Patch 3.2 – The Gears of Change, its latest content update for  FINAL FANTASY® XIV  which adds a host of new story quests, dungeons, new primal battles and much more.

The update also introduces content designed to help new players quickly acquaint themselves with online game play. At the Hall of the Novice, players can embark on specialised tutorial quests that help them to understand the techniques of playing in online groups. The hall also houses several NPCs that are designed to introduce new online gamers to MMO terms. The new mentor system also provides a more tailored approach to assist newcomers by pairing them with experienced players in dungeons and trials to foster a learning environment.

Other exciting content to be implemented in Patch 3.2 – The Gears of Change includes:

• Main Scenario Quests: The climax of the Dragonsong War draws closer, and adventurers find themselves in the midst of a storm of change
• Two high-level dungeons:  Level 60 players can challenge The Antitower, a place of mystery abandoned by the Sharlayans now overrun by magical guardians, and The Lost City of Amdapor (Hard), where evil continues to lurk following the defeat of Diabolos
• Containment Bay S1T7:  This new primal battle pits adventurers against Sephirot, the Fiend, the first of the Warring Triad who has been awoken from his vengeful dreams
• Alexander: Midas: The Illuminati are once again gearing up for war in an attempt to conquer the realm. Return to the iron fortress with your allies to take part in the brand-new raid
• Further Hildibrand Adventures: New side story quests lead the player to join Nashu at the Holy See of Ishgard on her search for the brave inspector
• Learn more about the trials and tribulations of the Nonmind, exiles from the Gnath colony, who aim to separate themselves from the Onemind
• Stone, Sky, Sea: A new training ground to test players’ might against an assortment of striking dummies tailored to the strength of legendary foes
• The Feast: A new PvP arena to be implemented two weeks after patch 3.2, where the goal is to obtain opponent medals. Individual rating and ranks will be assigned to players and the highest-ranked participants will be awarded a special prize
• New crafting recipes, hairstyles and more

To watch the official Patch 3.2 – The Gears of Change trailer, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTDwHFPYIFc&feature=youtu.be

FINAL FANTASY XIV: HEAVENSWARD is available now on the PlayStation®3 system, PlayStation®4 system and on Windows PC. For newcomers, an all-in-one bundle including both the award-winning  FINAL FANTASY XIV: A Realm Reborn and  FINAL FANTASY XIV: Heavensward is also available now. A free 30-day trial is included for new accounts, with monthly subscriptions starting at £7.69 / 10.99 €. Those who have not yet had the chance to try  FINAL FANTASY XIV Online  can do so by downloading the 14 day free trial for PC here; http://www.ffxiv-freetrial.com/en/  or, for PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 directly from the PlayStation Network.

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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/ .
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New Fantasy Novel ‘Landfall’ Delves Into the Lore of Anticipated MMORPG, Albion Online

Sandbox Interactive Publishes New Paperback and eBook Today

Berlin, Germany – February 23rd, 2016 – Sandbox Interactive, the developer of cross-platform medieval MMORPG, Albion Online, today announced that the fantasy book based on the lore of their sandbox game, entitled ‘Landfall’, is now available in paperback and ebook for $10.99 and $6.99, respectively. Written by Peter Newman, the acclaimed English author of “The Vagrant” series, ‘Landfall’ not only reveals the story of the three main characters and their adventures exploring the Albion universe, but also references actual players, guilds and places in the game from its Alpha and Beta stages. To purchase ‘Landfall’, visit: https://albiononline.com/en/shop/ 

“I’ve had a great time in the world of Albion and I’ve really enjoyed weaving the game lore and the novel together. The cover looks great and the interior art is lovely too. I’m looking forward to readers and players getting their hands on it!”, says author Peter Newman. 

The back cover teaser text offers a glimpse into the plot of ‘Landfall’: 

“Albion. Land of mists and mysteries, where mankind resembled gods. But these gods were flawed and they turned their powers on each other, making rivers of blood and birthing horrors we were not meant to know, until giants battled demons over the fate of the world. And then, as the fighting reached its peak, a great power reached out and Albion simply vanished.

For over a thousand years it has been hidden from the eyes of men. When the impenetrable mists hiding Albion began to lift, the King of the Old World sent a rag tag group to explore and settle there. Initially, reports of wonders and wealth came back, then, without warning, all went quiet.

Now a new convoy is being sent, seven ships sailing for the mysterious land of Albion. Their crews and captains have many reasons to risk the journey, a mix of opportunists, adventurers, and those keen to leave behind their old lives. But the sins of the past are not so easily left behind and the lure of power and magic weaves its spell long before arrival. Before the ships have even made landfall, old rivalries simmer and, without warning, one ship turns its weapons upon another…” 

Both, paperback and ebook, versions of ‘Landfall’ are also available for purchase through Amazon: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Landfall-Tales-Albion-Peter-Newman/dp/3981795504/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1456133348&sr=8-1&keywords=landfall+newman 

About Sandbox Interactive GmbH

Sandbox Interactive is an independent development studio founded in January 2012 and is based in Berlin, Germany, currently employing 30 full-time and 9 freelance programmers and designers on their cross-platform sandbox MMO Albion Online. Sandbox Interactive follows the belief that the creation of your own world and interaction with other players are paramount to entertainment – and, that these ideas are truly brought to life in the sandbox genre. With Albion Online, they are making a game with compelling gameplay and the player’s experience squarely in the foreground.

GAMERZ IN ARMS (GIA) ANNOUNCES CHARITY STREAM TO BENEFIT HIRE HEROES USA

Latest GIA Weekend Charity Stream to Benefit Hire Heroes USA, a National Nonprofit to Help Veterans Find Good Jobs with Great Companies

San Antonio, Texas – (February 23, 2016) – Premier gaming community Gamerz In Arms – an organization united through their support for active duty, reserve, and veteran military gamers and their families – is excited to announce today a weekend-long live charity stream from 2 PM CST on February 27th to 11:59 PM CST on February 28th, 2016, to benefit the award-winning veteran employment nonprofit, Hire Heroes USA.

Hot off the heels of their “War Dogs Making It Home” fundraiser where they raised funds for veterans suffering from PTSD and other service-related disorders, the Gamerz In Arms community will once again come together to host a charitable fundraiser on Twitch.tv, benefitting a deserving nonprofit that supports veterans and their families. For over thirty-hours, the brothers and sisters of Gamerz In Arms will stream such popular titles as League of Legends, Just Cause 3, Castle Crashers, World of Warcraft, and more to raise both funds and awareness for Hire Heroes USA, a nonprofit that empowers U.S. military members, veterans and their spouses to thrive in the civilian workforce.

“As a veteran, it brings me a lot of pride to help other veterans because I know the struggles we face when we get back home,” said Casey Clark, U.S. Army veteran and Co-Founder of Gamerz In Arms. “When many veterans return home, they’re just pushed back into society without the full support needed to adjust. Gamerz In Arms helped me through the toughest time in my life by introducing me to a supportive social group, and Hire Heroes USA helps people like myself develop skills to find employment after a military career. It’s a great cause, and I’m thrilled to be able to support those in need!”

“We’re excited that Gamerz In Arms has chosen to support our mission with this fundraiser,” said Brian Stann, U.S. Marine Corps combat veteran and CEO of Hire Heroes USA. “There’s a significant overlap between the veteran and gamer communities, and their unique approach to raising awareness opens the door for us to assist more transitioning veterans and military spouses into civilian careers.”

Over the course of the event, Gamerz In Arms will hold multiple sweepstakes and raffles with awesome prizes courtesy of gaming’s biggest brands! Prizes include NVIDIA GTX 900-series graphics cards, Gaems Vanguard, the Elgato HD60, twenty copies of Rainbow Six Siege, various swag bags, and more.

Viewers can tune in to the Gamerz In Arms Hire Heroes USA charity stream at twitch.tv/gamerzinarmstv from 2 PM CST on February 27th to 11:59 PM CST on February 28th, 2016.

ABOUT GAMERZ IN ARMS

Founded in March of 2015, Gamerz In Arms (GIA) is a premier gaming organization for active duty, reserve, and veteran military gamers and their supporters. GIA provides fellowship, support and a safe network of like-minded individuals, united through their love for the military and video games. GIA offers high-impact outreach, awareness and fundraising programs, highlighting and partnering with worthy causes that support active duty, reserve and veteran servicemembers. For more information, please visit www.gamerzinarms.org.

ABOUT HIRE HEROES USA

Headquartered near Atlanta in Alpharetta, Georgia, with six additional branch offices across the country, Hire Heroes USA is recognized as a best-in-class veteran service organization by the Call of Duty Endowment, the George W. Bush Institute, and the USO. Hire Heroes USA has built a national reputation of excellence for helping veterans find jobs, currently at the rate of more than 67 veterans confirmed hired every week. Thanks to the tax free contributions of generous donors and funders, our services are provided at no cost to the transitioning military member, veteran or spouse.

Our team of former military and business professionals effectively trains veterans in the skills of self-marketing, then supports their career search until they find good jobs with great companies. The hallmark of our program is a personal approach where each veteran receives dedicated assistance from a highly-trained staff member in order to help the veteran overcome barriers to employment. Signature services also include group workshops and connecting the job seeker with veteran-friendly companies and employment opportunities through the Hire Heroes USA Job Board. For more information, please visit www.hireheroesusa.org.

VAINGLORY WINS 2016 GLOMO AWARD FOR “BEST MOBILE GAME”

World’s Leading Touchscreen eSport Honored at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona

Barcelona  — February 23, 2016 – Super Evil Megacorp’s Vainglory, the world’s leading touchscreen eSport, was today crowned the “Best Mobile Game” by the GSMA and Gamelab Mobile during the 2016 GLOMO Awards. The awards ceremony, held at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, recognizes the most innovative, immersive, thrilling and sophisticated mobile games and apps from 2015.

The award recognition is particularly significant as this year marked a new record in GLOMO competition with more than 930 entries received by the GSMA. Over 285 nominees were shortlisted for more than 40 awards over eight categories. The GLOMO Awards are judged by independent experts, analysts, journalists, academics and mobile operator representatives.

“It is an honor for Vainglory to be recognized as the ‘Best Mobile Game’ by the GSMA,” said Kristian Segerstrale, COO and Executive Director of Super Evil Megacorp. “The rate at which the Vainglory community has grown and the eSports competition has increased throughout 2015 has been incredible, and we cannot thank our players enough for their dedication across the globe. We are still early and have a lot to do in 2016, but we are very excited about progress so far!”

Vainglory is a battle between two teams (3 vs. 3 players who play with, and against, real people). Players control a single hero, and the team’s goal is to shatter a giant crystal called the Vain in the center of the enemy team’s base. The team that destroys the enemy’s Vain wins the game. Vainglory was the fastest growing mobile game of 2015 according to Twitch.

Following a very successful Vainglory Live Autumn Season Championships, the Winter eSports Season kicked off in January boasting a Lunar New Year-themed map skin including fireworks and other visually stunning effects in the Halcyon Fold. The Winter Championships for North America will be held at the Red Bull esports studio in Santa Monica from March 11-13 and the European event will be held in London at the Gfinity Arena from March 18-20. Tickets for both are now available and can be purchased for $12 at http://vainglorywinterna.eventbrite.com and http://vainglorywintereu.eventbrite.com.

To download Vainglory for free, visit the Apple App Store here or Google Play here.

About Super Evil Megacorp

Super Evil Megacorp is a team of masters-at-their-craft game developers. The company’s first title Vainglory, quickly rose to become the world’s largest mobile eSport after its global launch in early 2015. In less than a year, Vainglory has held live competitive gaming events in Asia, North America and Europe, and awarded more than $350,000 in prize money. In addition to its success in the eSports realm, Vainglory has received top game development honors including Apple’s “Best Apps” in 2104 and 2015, the Apple Design Award at WWDC, The IMGA’s Best Technical Achievement and People’s Choice Awards, and the Tabby Award for Best iPad game in the RPG, Simulation and Strategy category. Super Evil Megacorp is based in San Mateo, CA. The team is currently 45 people strong and is hiring. Super Evil has raised $41M in funding from backers including General Catalyst, Index Ventures, Signia Venture Partners, Korea Investment Partners, CrossCut Ventures, Initial Capital, The Raine Group, ZhenFund, Yuri Milner, and Jim Breyer of Breyer Capital. For more information, visit http://www.superevilmegacorp.com/ and http://www.vainglorygame.com/.

About the GSMA

The GSMA represents the interests of mobile operators worldwide, uniting nearly 800 operators with more than 250 companies in the broader mobile ecosystem, including handset and device makers, software companies, equipment providers and internet companies, as well as organisations in adjacent industry sectors. The GSMA also produces industry-leading events such as Mobile World Congress, Mobile World Congress Shanghai and the Mobile 360 Series conferences.