SONY COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT EUROPE INTRODUCES LIMITED EDITION DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING PLAYSTATION®4 BUNDLE

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July 8, 2015

SONY COMPUTER ENTERTAINMENT EUROPE INTRODUCES LIMITED EDITION DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING PLAYSTATION®4 BUNDLE

London, July 7^th, 2015 – Sony Computer Entertainment Australia (SCEA), today announced that a “Limited Edition DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING PlayStation®4 Bundle” will be available in Australia on September 15^th 2015 concurrently with the release of the DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING software title from Bungie and Activision Publishing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Activision Blizzard, Inc. (Nasdaq: ATVI). The bundle pack will include the PlayStation®4 (PS4™) computer entertainment system with 500GB hard disk drive (HDD) and Wireless Controller (DUALSHOCK®4). The limited edition PS4™ features a special DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING design which showcases a map of the cosmos in silver with the Guardian’s crest set in gold. The bundle includes the DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING – LEGENDARY EDITION software title for PS4™. Also included is an upgrade to the Digital Collector’s Edition, which includes three exotic Guardian class items with XP bonuses, three class specific emotes, three armour shaders and an early access weapons pack. The bundle will be available for a limited time at selected retailers.

In addition, a DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING PlayStation®4 Bundle will be available with the 500GB Jet Black PS4™ and DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING – LEGENDARY EDITION.

DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING – LEGENDARY EDITION is perfect for new and existing Guardians that are ready to jump into the Destiny universe or continue to carve their legends in the stars. DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING – LEGENDARY EDITION includes the Complete Destiny Experience: The Taken King, Destiny, Expansion I and Expansion II.

With the “DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING – LEGENDARY EDITION PlayStation®4 Bundle”, SCEE are delivering the next great adventure in the Destiny universe.

Product Outline

Product name	LIMITED EDITION DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING PlayStation®4 Bundle
Release date	September 15, 2015
Included	・ PlayStation®4 x system x 1 Special Design Hard Disk Drive capacity 500GB ・ Wireless Controller (DUALSHOCK®4) x1 Special Design ・ DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING – LEGENDARY EDITION* for PS4 x 1 ・ Mono headset x 1 ・ AC Power cord x 1 ・ HDMI cable x 1 ・ USB cable x 1 ・ Printed materials x 1
Copyright	©Bungie, inc. ©Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Product name	DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING PlayStation®4 Bundle
Release date	September 15, 2015
Included	・ PlayStation®4 system x 1 Hard Disk Drive capacity 500GB* ・ Wireless Controller (DUALSHOCK®4) x1 ・ DESTINY: THE TAKEN KING – LEGENDARY EDITION for PS4 x 1 ・ Mono headset x 1 ・ AC Power cord x 1 ・ HDMI cable x 1 ・ USB cable x 1 ・ Printed materials x 1
Copyright	©Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

*The hard disk drive contains space that is available for users and space that is reserved for the system, therefore the actual space that is free for users is smaller than the total space stated in this document.

About Sony Computer Entertainment Europe:

Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE), based in London, is responsible for the distribution of PSP™ (PlayStation®Portable) handheld entertainment system, PlayStation®3 (PS3®) computer entertainment system, PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system, and PlayStation®Network software and hardware in 109 territories across Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Oceania. SCEE has revolutionised home entertainment since they launched PlayStation® in 1994. PS2® further enhanced the PlayStation® legacy as the core of home networked entertainment. PSP® is a handheld entertainment system that allows users to enjoy on-the-go games with high-quality full-motion video and high-fidelity stereo audio. PS3® is an advanced computer system, incorporating the powerful Cell Broadband Engine and RSX processors. PS Vita is an ultimate portable entertainment system that offers a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity within a real world context. SCEE also delivers the PlayStation® experience to open operating systems through PlayStation®Mobile, a cross device platform. SCEE also develops, publishes, markets and distributes entertainment software for these formats, and manages the third party licensing programs for the formats in these territories.

More information about PlayStation products can be found at www.playstation.com.

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Samurai Warriors Chronicles 3 Review

Dustin Spencer

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July 8, 2015

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Samurai Warriors Chronicles 3
Developer: Omega Force
Publisher: Koei Tecmo
Platforms: Playstation Vita, Nintendo 3DS (Reviewed)
Release Date: June 30, 2015
Price: $39.99 USD – Available Here

Overview
Good ol’ Koei Tecmo know how to please their fans. Even though we just received Samurai Warriors 4 not too long ago for the Vita and Playstation 4, Samurai Warrior Chronicles 3 has landed on the Nintendo 3DS and Vita, mainly existing to please some Nintendo fans wanting more from the beloved franchise. Honestly, I think it is a good move as while the Vita did get a “prettier” version of the same series earlier this year, it isn’t too often when the 3DS gets a title from the Warriors line – which seems to be changing in the other direction as we move forward. With some new features and customization, how does this title fare? Let’s find out.

Story
The story in Samurai Warriors is honestly not a huge factor for the title whatsoever. Like all titles from the same line, this one places the player in the period where multiple empires are at war, with a ton of dialogue inserted to move the plot forward. When I say a ton, I truly mean a ton as this may very well be the most conversational cast to come to a portable Warriors game. Of course that is a good thing for players looking to soak up the lore, but for the most part you play a simple soldier who is just part of the action, rather than a focal point. Sure, characters respond a bit to your character differently if you pick a male or female – but don’t expect to feel like more than a foot soldier set among more famous allies.

Gameplay
The gameplay is what truly matters and thankfully- fans will be happy to know that this installment does well in terms of performance. For the most part, the controls are on par with the Warriors titles of the past, allowing for some quick hack and slash gameplay that Koei has seemed to master on consoles over the years. Of course this is a Chronicles title and is a spin-off of Samurai Warriors – intended for portable platforms, so expect a bit less overall in terms of upgrades and depth that a console version may have. Now I know, Samurai Warriors 4 was on the Vita – but I played this on the 3DS and that Vita version of 4 is simply a port of the Playstation 3 version. I am not trying to make excuses for the shortcomings of Chronicles 3, I just feel it is important to have a full understanding of the intended audience and purpose of this lightweight title before players decide to pick it up.

Getting back on track, one of the finest features of Samurai Warriors Chronicles 3 is the customization. Right at the start, players must create a character to their liking to take to the fields. The creation tool is actually rather complex and surprised me a bit, as you can even change the tone and general shape of your character. I know that sounds rather silly to compliment, but I find it kind of nice when developers let players use their full imagination – meaning you can be as serious or offbeat as you choose to be. A returning feature that has been improved upon is the ability to switch heroes during battle. Now players can simply tap their icon on the map and instantly get a new perspective without having to make a long trek. Its convenient and a great use of the touchscreen controls, streamlining the action for further simplicity. Speaking of touchscreen – War Arts are new abilities for warriors that improve the odds during battle. This isn’t a game changer by any means, but it was nice to see a little option come in handy during some of the earlier portions of the game.

I may have made the upgrading mechanics seem a little weaker a moment ago compared to other Warriors titles, but that doesn’t mean that the system in place isn’t well crafted. Chronicles 3 features three different shops that can be upgraded by investing gold. The further the upgrade, the better equipment you can get as the player as a whole (or better parties via the tea house). The game does give a lot of currency after each mission as well, and that is where things become a bit of a mixed bag. It is easy to level up and upgrade and ultra convenient. However, you can easily become overpowered and take a lot of the challenge away unless you switch to the default characters of the current campaign mission. Sure, there are difficulty settings that can attempt to balance this, but even with that its only a matter of time before you literally hack through everything in sight without any qualms.

Challenge Mode is kind of like “Let’s Make a Deal” of the Warriors world here. Players do missions such as reaching checkpoints and taking down opponents throughout – but eventually will have to choose if they want to move on or take the rewards collected before moving onward after defeating a boss. Its a fun offering that provides a ton of extra gameplay on top of the main campaign, and can easily become a great time sink. If I had any gripes about Samurai Warrior Chronicles 3, it would have to be the camera – which is something I fought with regularly with the 3DS version. At times I would have a piece of the environment in front of my character and the batch of foes I was fighting, and if it was not a hack and slash – that very well could have caused a problem. Of course being able to see my character is something that I feel is needed – and hopefully in future portable versions Koei can fix this frustrating camera issue for the 3DS.

Visuals
When I first saw the character model in the creation mode and watched a few of the cutscenes, I was honestly impressed with how great the models looked. Shortly after, that kind of wore off as this title is not that pretty in general while you are actually playing the game. While the frame rate is stable and animations are fluid (which is a big deal when you have so many enemies on the screen), the visuals are kind of muddy and the models look severely dated, even by 3DS standards. The cutscenes look fine, but the dialogue sequences seem like two png images that have been plastered on a background so players get a crisp 3D image if they have the slider up. Sure, it does look ok then, but if you choose not to use 3D – it looks cheap and kind of hurts the overall presentation.

Audio
The sound is well done. Sure, the dialogue may be in Japanese, but subtitles are very present and most fans of the franchise will be just fine with the lack of English voice actors. The music is also well done – but not very memorable overall. That is more of a personal opinion about all of the Samurai Warriors titles though, as while I have heard praise over the soundtrack, I feel it is more of just themed tunes that are used to solve the lack of noise. Either way, it is a complete package and at least fitting – so no complaints here.

Overall
Samurai Warriors Chronicles 3 is a great addition to the series and more than welcome in the west. Sure, it is not as good as other portable entries – but it brings more of the same satisfying combat and mission structures that keeps this franchise’s heart beating. Sometimes all a portable spin-off has to do is merely tackle the concept correctly to be deemed “good”, and for what its worth, Chronicles 3 is more than enough to appease our appetite until something greater comes along.

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Dragon Ball Super Primer

Nathan Farrugia

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July 8, 2015

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The very first episode of Dragon Ball Super has just aired in Japan over the weekend in what is an exciting time for Dragon Ball fans around the world. While it may be a tiny bit late, this Dragon Ball Super primer is aimed at getting you in the know about this all new series that is expanding upon one of the biggest anime franchises of all time.

What is Dragon Ball Super?

Dragon Ball Super is a brand new anime series continuing on from the events of Dragon Ball Z. Unlike Dragon Ball and Dragon Ball Z, Super will not be an anime adaptation of a manga. Rather, a manga is being produced that releases after the show airs. The story of Dragon Ball Super is being written by original series creator Akira Toriyama and being produced by Toei Animation.

When does the new series take place?

Dragon Ball Super takes place 6 months after the defeat of Majin Buu on the Sacred World of the Kais. That means the events of Super start before both Battle of Gods and Resurrection ‘F’, and even before the 2008 Jump Special Yo! Son Goku and His Friends Return which the events there in occurred 2 years after the defeat of Majin Buu!

Who are these Fat Beerus and Female Whis characters?

Nothing is known about these two characters except that they are new to the Dragon Ball Universe and Fat Beerus’ name is Champa, a pun on Champagne like how Beerus and Whis are puns on the alcoholic beverages beer and whisky.

How does Dragon Ball Super fit in with the events of Battle of Gods and Resurrection ‘F’?

It seems that Dragon Ball Super will be incorporating the events of both movies but will be retelling them in its own way. A special message from Akira Toriyama stated

“Dragon Ball Super” is a complete continuation of the Majin Buu story arc. It’s got a bit of post-battle aftermath, continues with the “Battle of Gods” arc where the God of Destruction Beerus appears and the “Revival of ‘F’” arc where Frieza comes back to life, and then, I’ve written a strange new story where they finally depart from this universe. They’re fighting against their neighbors, Universe 6! They’ll yell at me if I give away too many spoilers, so I’ll keep the rest a secret, but they’re chasing after giant Super Dragon Balls; I think things will unfold in a bright and simple way, that will be really fun and exciting!
Since it’s another universe, loads of new characters will turn up. I’ll do my best to draw the tons of character designs necessary, so I’m looking forward to this too.”

Of course based solely on this statement it isn’t definitive that Super will not ‘work around’ the movies, but seeing as Beerus is stated to be asleep for 39 years in Battle of Gods which takes place 5 years after the defeat of Majin Buu, the events of Battle of Gods already don’t fit with those of Super.

What is Universe 6?

Not much is known about Universe 6 other than it will contain plenty of new characters. Beerus stated in Battle of Gods that there are 12 universes, all with their own God of Destruction. This of course could be changed as the events of Battle of Gods seems to be altered to fit in with Dragon Ball Super.

What about Dragon Ball GT?

As it stands it seems near impossible for Dragon Ball GT to fit in with the series canon and will probably be more unlikely once Super ends its run. Some fans are hoping the events of Dragon Ball GT will turn out to be what happens in one of the other universes.

How many episodes will be in Dragon Ball Super?

As for now we have no definitive answer but some sites have listed 100 episodes as the duration of the series, however this is most likely a placeholder number.

When does Dragon Ball Super air?

Dragon Ball Super airs in Japan on Sunday mornings at 09:00 GMT +9.

Where can I watch it?

Unfortunately the only place to watch Dragon Ball Super as of now is if you live in Japan. It was expected Funimation would pick up the rights to launch a Simulcast that would allow people all over the world to watch it with subtitles as the show aired in Japan but this has not happened as of yet. There is still hope this will happen in the near future and that all episodes aired previous to the Simulcast launch will be added. Of course this is the modern age we live in so finding a place to watch the episode online once it airs in Japan isn’t exactly a hard task.

SIERRA™ LAUNCHES GEOMETRY WARS 3: DIMENSIONS EVOLVED ON PLAYSTATION®VITA

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Philip Federico

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July 8, 2015

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SIERRA™ LAUNCHES GEOMETRY WARS 3: DIMENSIONS EVOLVED ON PLAYSTATION®VITA

Critically Acclaimed Retro Arcade Shooter Is Free on PS Vita for PlayStation®Plus Subscribers as Part of July’s Instant Game Collection™

Today Sierra™ released Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Evolved, the super-stylistic arcade shooter from independent developer Lucid Games, for the PlayStation®Vita handheld entertainment system.

Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Evolved takes the classic arcade action of the Geometry Wars™ franchise to new frontiers with three-dimensional level shapes on which to play. The core single-player Adventure mode contains 50 distinct challenges – plus an additional 40 stages available in Ultimate mode – and players can apply unique tactics to each level by choosing one of six upgradeable companion drones and six upgradeable super abilities. The game also includes a Hardcore mode with no drones or supers for Geometry Wars purists, as well as six Classic mode stages inspired by past titles in the series.

Players can square off against one another in online competitive multiplayer, or vie for high scores individually on friend and community leaderboards. Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Evolved on PlayStation®Vita also includes local co-op with an inventive twist, allowing two people to play together on the same display by facing opposite each other and using the controls on their respective sides of the device.

Geometry Wars 3: Dimensions Evolved is now available as a digital title on PlayStation®Vita for $14.99 via the PlayStation®Store; it is free to download for all PlayStation®Plus subscribers right now as part of July’s Instant Game Collection. This game is rated E (Everyone) by the ESRB. For the latest news and updates, please ‘like’ Geometry Wars on Facebook and follow it on Twitter.

About Lucid Games Ltd

Established in 2011 by senior developers from Bizarre Creations, Lucid has set itself out to be a small team with big ideas and the skills to deliver them. With over 30 staff each with unrivaled experience, the team has worked on some of the biggest gaming franchises to come out of the UK in the last 20 years, including the BAFTA-winning Project Gotham Series, Wipeout and Blur. www.lucidgames.co.uk.

About Sierra

Developer-led and player-focused, Sierra publishes highly curated titles that embody best-in-class efforts from indie developers. From providing development funding and deep first-party relations to marketing and retail distribution, Sierra caters to the individual needs of each indie studio. Sierra will primarily publish on digital distribution platforms including Xbox Live, PlayStation®Network and Steam for PC. For more information, please visit www.sierra.com.

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, http://www.activision.com or by following @Activision.

SIERRA and GEOMETRY WARS are trademarks of Activision Publishing, Inc. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners. All other trademarks and trade names are the properties of their respective owners. “PlayStation” is a registered trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.

Extinguish the Zombie Apocalypse with a Friend on July 21st as Breach & Clear: Deadline Announces Launch Date

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Philip Federico

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July 7, 2015

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Extinguish the Zombie Apocalypse with a Friend on July 21st as Breach & Clear: Deadline Announces Launch Date

July 7, 2015 – Apocalyptic aficionados at Mighty Rabbit Studios and Gun Media, in association with Gambitious Digital Entertainment and platonic life partner and co-publisher Devolver Digital, collectively announce that the tactical top-down shooter, Breach & Clear: Deadline, emerges from its Early Access incubation on July 21st for $19.99 (http://store.steampowered.com/app/310890/). Breach & Clear: Deadline sweeps its way onto PCs featuring a new, robust co-op mode created at the behest of Early Access fans who love dropping zombies in pairs (who doesn’t?)

About Breach & Clear: Deadline
After you’re shot down over an urban wasteland, you have one mission: Link up with your squad and escape the Harbor City quarantine zone in one piece. On your journeys, you can also locate and destroy the infested scourge and find the source of the ongoing parasitic infestation. Breach & Clear: Deadline challenges you to elevate your gameplay, strategizing your approach to combat and problem solving as you level up your squad, trying to survive and infiltrate deeper into a complex city using limited resources. Combine what you find exploring procedural areas with the skills you learn and be creative in your tactical approaches against the ever-mutating infested hordes.

Check out more at http://store.steampowered.com/app/310890/.

For more information about Gambitious, please hit up www.gambitious.com.

About Gun
Based in Kentucky, Gun Media is a publisher of interactive entertainment comprised of industry veterans with unique and complementary backgrounds. The mission of Gun is to build fresh and exciting interactive experiences for a wide range of platforms and gamers. The team shares a vision that game development is not just the creation of a product, but the blending of art, design and technology to create an experience that engages and entertains players from all over the world. Head over to www.fearthegun.com for more information on Gun.

About Mighty Rabbit Studios:
Entering the fray from Cary, NC, Mighty Rabbit Studios is staffed by talented and edgy developers that spend their days making rad games! Since being founded in 2010, they have focused on creating multi-platform games like Saturday Morning RPG, Fat Chicken and Breach & Clear. All the aforementioned games have garnered much acclaim from critics and fans alike. You can learn more about Mighty Rabbit and their team at www.mightyrabbitstudios.com.

Clandestine Anomaly: An Intergalactic War Comes Crashing Into Your Neighbourhood with most Advanced AR Game – Available Now

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Philip Federico

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July 7, 2015

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Clandestine Anomaly: An Intergalactic War Comes Crashing Into Your Neighbourhood with most Advanced AR Game – Available Now

Your city, Your state – July 7, 2015 – You sit down to start playing a retro-styled 16-bit game titled “Clandestine: Anomaly” when suddenly your phone is hacked by an alien source. Overriding your game files, you’re soon notified that a spaceship is on a collision course with Earth and is looking for assistance to crash-land near your home. You’re not the hero they were looking for, but you’re the one they got.

In pursuit of the damaged ship is a mysterious reality-destroying virus. It must be contained. Without your help the virus will spread beyond your neighbourhood, threatening the entire planet. Matters only get more complicated as you’re pulled deeper into a hidden struggle that you weren’t authorized to be involved in. Clandestine: Anomaly, the ambitious augmented reality mobile game from award-winning developer ZenFri, is available now on the App Store for $3.99 (https://itunes.apple.com/app/id963172486?mt=8.)

Featuring incredibly designed geo-based seek-and-destroy gameplay wrapped in a personalized narrative, Clandestine: Anomaly changes how you see the world around you — literally. Using your phone as the tool for all communication and strategic combat, your immediate area will be transformed into a battleground and unravel the clues to a multi-dimensional mystery on a galactic scale.

Winner of the GamAR Metaio Developer Competition Grand Prize, Winnipeg-based developer ZenFri have created a masterful blend of technology, engaging gameplay and rich, immersive storytelling with Clandestine: Anomaly. Unlock new skills and technologies, play with unique weapon configurations for customized load-outs, and immerse yourself in strategic and tactical combat that will ultimately affect you, your city and humanity as a whole.

Learn more at www.clandestineanomaly.com and www.zenfri.com.

UBISOFT®’S LEGENDARY BRAND RETURNS TO MOBILE WITH RAYMAN® ADVENTURES

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Philip Federico

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July 7, 2015

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UBISOFT^®’S LEGENDARY BRAND RETURNS TO MOBILE WITH RAYMAN^® ADVENTURES

Rayman^®And Barbara Will Embark On A Quest To Collect The Newly Introduced Incrediballs & Breathe New Life Into The Sacred Tree

ANNOUNCEMENT TRAILER: YOUTUBE

London, UK – June 7^th, 2015 – Today, Ubisoft^® announced that Rayman Adventures, the latest installment of the best-selling Rayman franchise, is currently in development for smartphones and tablets, by Ubisoft Montpellier. This eclectic new adventure will be available worldwide during autumn 2015.

Rayman Adventures bring players on an odyssey where they will explore legendary worlds, from whimsical castles to the mythical islands of Olympus. They will enjoy an exciting mix of action and exploration in which they will be able to freely move around as they like through stunning environments.

The brand new Incrediballs make their first appearance in Rayman Adventures. These funny little creatures will be the players’ partners on their epic adventures. They will have to seek out The Incrediballs, collect them, and unleash their powers to save the world.

Powered by UbiArt Framework, Rayman Adventures represents a major step in bringing players an HD console-quality experience on mobile, displaying a variety of impressive graphical details on a retina screen at 60 FPS. The improved game engine also boasts spectacular new dynamic fluid particle effects which move and react when the players moves through them.

For more information, please visit: www.raymanadventures.com

For the latest news on Ubisoft collectible merchandise, please visit and like the page www.facebook.com/ubicollectibles.

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a leading creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and services, with a rich portfolio of world-renowned brands, including Assassin’s Creed, Just Dance, Tom Clancy’s video game series, Rayman, Far Cry and Watch Dogs. The teams throughout Ubisoft’s worldwide network of studios and business offices are committed to delivering original and memorable gaming experiences across all popular platforms, including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs. For the 2014-15 fiscal year Ubisoft generated sales of €1,464 million. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoftgroup.com.

Kermdinger Studios to Unveil Boondogl This August

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Philip Federico

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July 7, 2015

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Kermdinger Studios to Unveil Boondogl This August

First Platform Agnostic Video Games Marketplace to Offer Games Without Downloads or Plugins

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – July 7, 2015 – Video Game development startup Kermdinger Studios, Inc., announced today that Boondogl, the first platform agnostic video games marketplace, will be available starting this August. Using native web technology, Boondogl is a web-driven storefront that allows gamers to buy and play their favorite high quality games on any device without the need for downloads or plugins. After launching this August on PC and Mac, Boondogl will arrive on mobile and console via the Boondogl app by next spring.

Powered by native web technology such as HTML5, Javascript and WebGL, Boondogl will work on virtually any device to allow cross-platform play of popular console, computer and mobile games. For gamers this means they can purchase a game once and have it playable across all their systems. Additionally, Boondogl provides developers an easy solution to bringing their titles to the multitude of available platforms by converting titles only once into native web technology in order to be playable on any device.

“The video game hardware landscape is fragmented and because of this developers have to spend time and resources bringing games to multiple hardware systems,” said Anthony Palma, co-founder of Kermdinger Studios. “With Boondogl we’re aiming to combat this fragmentation by providing a centralized, platform-agnostic gaming experience that will not only save developers costs and time, but also allow gamers to play their favorite games on any device without the need for downloads.”

To keep up with the latest Boondogl news, please visit the official website or follow Boondogl on Twitter or Facebook.
About Kermdinger Studios

Kermdinger Studios is an independent video game development studio based in Silicon Valley. Comprised of graduates from Carnegie Mellon University’s Entertainment Technology Master’s program, Kermdinger produces great game-related ideas regardless of platform, genre or target market. Whether it’s a video game such as Kermdinger’s first title, Stunt Runner, or the entirely new game distribution platform Boondogl, Kermdinger’s projects break through the adherence to “normal” and “safe” strategies in the gaming industry.

AR-K: The Great Escape To Launch July 14

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Philip Federico

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July 7, 2015

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AR-K: The Great Escape To Launch July 14

Upcoming chapter by Greg Rucka unveils the mystery of Alicia’s Golden Sphere

La Coruña, Spain–June 7, 2015--Gato Salvaje Studio, a Spanish indie developer dedicated to crafting engaging adventure games, announced today that the third chapter of

AR-K will launch Tuesday, July 14 on Steam. The witty 3D point-and-click adventure, penned by critically acclaimed comic book writer Greg Rucka, follows the adventures of Alicia, a former cop and current journalism student, as she investigates the origin of the strange Golden Sphere that has turned her life upside down.

A brand-new trailer teasing the dramatic final chapter has also been released, and can be viewed on the game’s Steam page at http://store.steampowered.com/app/368890/

AR-K is a classical point and click adventure with an updated twist. Alicia Van Volish is a former cop and current journalism student who awakens after a one-night stand with a terrible hangover and a lot of questions: How much did she drink? Did she really take that guy home with her? What was his name? And what, exactly, is the Golden Sphere, the mysterious object that seems the source of all Alicia’s woes?

While Episode 3 may be enjoyed on its own without having experienced the previous chapters, players can get caught up on Alicia’s story in the first two installments on PC, iOS or Android at http://gatosalvajestudio.com/ Development of AR-K was made possible via a highly successfully crowdfunding effort on Kickstarter, which raised over $100,000 for the project.

Alicia is brought to life through the voice talents of Ash Sroka, widely known for her role as Tali Zorah in the Mass Effect Trilogy. Episode 3 and the upcoming final installment of AR-K are written by Greg Rucka, known for his work on such comics as Action Comics, Batwoman, Detective Comics, Wolverine and the miniseries Superman: World of New Krypton. Greg’s ability to write smart female characters makes him the perfect candidate to convey Alicia’s caustic wit and edginess.

To find out more about AR-K, please visit http://gatosalvajestudio.com/, and stay up to date on all the news at https://www.facebook.com/arkthegame.

About Gato Salvaje

Founded in 2010, Gato Salvaje is an independent video game development studio based in La Coruna, Spain. Experienced video game creators work together in the hopes of creating the video games they love; classic adventure games richly packed with suspenseful, witty, mysterious, and romantic stories. The studio’s inaugural game, AR-K, was crowd-funded and originally released on PC in 2013. For more information, visit www.gatosalvajestudio.com.

FUTURISTIC SPORTS-ACTION ARRIVES AS ROCKET LEAGUE BLASTS ONTO PLAYSTATION®4 and PC TODAY

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Philip Federico

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July 7, 2015

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FUTURISTIC SPORTS-ACTION ARRIVES AS ROCKET LEAGUE BLASTS ONTO PLAYSTATION®4 and PC TODAY

SAN DIEGO, CA – July 7, 2015 – Global independent developer and publisher, Psyonix, announced today that Rocket League – one of the few PlayStation games in history to offer PS4™/ PC cross-platform play – is now available digitally on the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system via the PlayStation®Network, and on PC via Steam. With a PS4™-exclusive cameo from Sweet Tooth, the iconic ice cream truck of Twisted Metal® fame, Rocket League brings gamers a high-powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer and vehicular mayhem. Offering easy-to-understand controls and deep, fluid physics-driven competition for 1-8 players, Rocket League boasts more than 10 billion possible customizations, giving players the opportunity to distinguish their Battle-Cars in either local or online play, while showing them off in a broadcast-quality replay viewer that perfectly complements the video-editing capabilities of SHAREfactory™.

The multiplayer-focused successor to 2008’s Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars, Rocket League uses an advanced physics system to simulate realistic interactions, relying on mass and momentum to give players a complete sense of intuitive control in an unbelievable, high-octane re-imaging of association football. Players can breeze through the tutorial and play solo in the all-new Season Mode or vie against the AI in multiple team formations and difficulty settings. Up to four people can compete in two-to-four-player splitscreen action as well, with up to eight total players battling it out online (in Ranked, Unranked, or Private Matches) on dedicated servers located all over the world.

Watch the video on YouTube HERE: youtu.be/r4iT0yZEwk8
Get it on Steam HERE: store.steampowered.com/app/252950/

“We’re thrilled to release Rocket League today,” said Dave Hagewood, President, Psyonix. “Gamers all over the planet have told us overwhelmingly that they loved Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars, and that they wanted even more. Rocket League delivers on that request and we sincerely thank our community for the opportunity to provide them with what has been, for us, a dream project. Without their continued support, our game wouldn’t be what it is today.”

Rocket League Key Features Include:

Physics-driven Gameplay: Select one of nearly a dozen, rocket-equipped vehicles capable of performing impossible aerials, amazing passes, and dramatic goals. Drive on the walls, ceilings, or right through your opponents at intense supersonic speeds!
Total Customization: Explore more than 10 billion possible Battle-Car combinations with unlockable paint types, decals, wheels, rocket boosts, and more.
Gameplay Variety: Test your mettle in 1v1, 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 match-ups across multiple stadiums, or try Unfair Mode in a “one against many” handicap match.
All-New Season Mode: Create your team and compete against multiple, uniquely-themed football clubs as you drive your way to the play-offs and championship.
Local, Online, and Splitscreen Multiplayer: Play co-op or competitive in any combination of 2-, 3-, or 4-player splitscreen, or take your friends online for intense 8-player action against individuals or other splitscreen players.
Matchmaking for Everyone: Enjoy Ranked, Unranked, or Private matches powered by a proprietary skill-based matchmaking and party system.
PS4/PC Crossplay: Break barriers and enjoy optional cross-platform matchmaking for PlayStation®4 and Steam PC users.
Dedicated Servers: Super-smooth online technology ensures an even better Rocket-Powered Battle-Car experience.
Broadcast-Quality Replay Viewer: Import entire, full-length games and fast forward, rewind, or view the action from anywhere in the arena.
PS4-Exclusive Sweet Tooth: Hit the pitch as the world’s most famous ice cream truck from the legendary Twisted Metal™ series!

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.

Priced at US $19.99 on both PS4™ and Steam, Rocket League is also available for free to all PlayStation®Plus subscribers starting July 7 through August 3. The game’s official soundtrack can be purchased on iTunes, Amazon MP3, the Google Music Store, and other participating storefronts for US $9.99.

The first Rocket League downloadable add-on pack, “Supersonic Fury,” which includes new Battle-Cars, Rocket Boosts, Decals, Wheels, and more, will be available for purchase later this month simultaneously with a FREE new DLC Map inspired by the classic SARPBC arena, Utopia.

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ABOUT PSYONIX

Based in San Diego, CA. Psyonix is an independent video game developer with almost 15 years of experience. As experts in Unreal Engine technology, Psyonix 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, Bullet Storm, Unreal Tournament III, Unreal Tournament 2004, and the recently-released free-to-play title, Nosgoth. In 2008, Psyonix self-published Supersonic Acrobatic Rocket-Powered Battle-Cars exclusively for PlayStation®3 (PS3™), which has accumulated more than 2 million downloads since its release.

For more information, visit www.psyonix.com.