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Resident Evil Survival Unit Surpasses 1 Million Pre-Registrations

Character Introductions Now Live on Official Website; Social Media Follow Campaign Underway

Tokyo, Japan – August 08, 2025 – Aniplex Inc. (President: Atsuhiro Iwakami) today announced that pre-registrations for the upcoming mobile strategy game Resident Evil Survival Unit, co-developed with JOYCITY Corporation (CEO: Seong Won Cho), have surpassed 1 million users across Japan, Korea, North America, Europe, and other regions in Asia.

(Note: Total includes combined pre-registration numbers from App Store and Google Play across multiple regions.)

Based on Capcom’s iconic Resident Evil series, Resident Evil Survival Unit offers a fresh strategic experience tailored for mobile devices. The game blends the accessibility of mobile gaming with the depth of real-time strategy, allowing players worldwide to connect and compete in a new survival-themed adventure set in the Resident Evil universe.

The game is scheduled to launch globally in 2025, with pre-registration now available via the App Store, Google Play, and the official website. Players who have not yet registered are encouraged to sign up and join the survival unit.

About Aniplex Inc.

Aniplex Inc. is a diversified entertainment company headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. Known for its leadership in anime production and distribution, Aniplex also develops and publishes games, films, stage productions, and live events for audiences worldwide. Aniplex is a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.

About JOYCITY Corporation

JOYCITY Corporation is a leading game developer and publisher based in South Korea, specializing in online and mobile games. The company is known for global hits such as Gunship Battle: Total Warfare, Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War and 3on3 Freestyle.

Resident Evil is a registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd.

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Mafia: The Old Country Now Available Worldwide

Dive into the roots of organised crime in 1900s Sicily with a compelling new cast of characters today

Sydney, Australia – August 9, 2025 – Today, 2K and Hangar 13 announced that Mafia: The Old Country, the highly anticipated latest instalment in the acclaimed Mafia franchise, is now available worldwide for PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. The story will take players back in time to 1900s Sicily, which has been painstakingly created with the utmost authenticity and detail.

“The team has passionately crafted this new chapter in the Mafia franchise, designed to captivate both long-time fans and new players,” said Nick Baynes, President of Hangar 13. “Mafia: The Old Country is a premium experience in the vein of earlier Mafia entries, rooted in rich narrative, memorable characters and a beautiful environment, delivering what we feel is an unforgettable story at incredible value.”

Hangar 13 has spent 22 years immersing players in brutal Mafia worlds. For this newest chapter, these franchise veterans are exploring the roots of organised crime, challenging players to fight for survival as Enzo Favara and prove their worth to the family in this immersive third-person action-adventure set during a dangerous, unforgiving era.

Through grit and determination, Enzo has survived a childhood of indentured labour in Sicily’s hellish sulphur mines. Now, through a twist of fate, he seizes a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join Don Torrisi’s formidable crime family, and will do whatever it takes to carve out a better life for himself – no matter the cost. With his sworn oath, Enzo binds himself to the Torrisi family’s code of honour, with all the power and hardship it entails. He must never forget this simple truth: Family Takes Sacrifice.

Mafia: The Old Country perfects the classic Mafia gameplay with grounded and dangerous combat systems, featuring high-stakes stealth, brutal knife fights, and intense gunplay mechanics. The story is brought to life by stunning visuals, unforgettable characters, and the authentic realism for which the acclaimed Mafia series is known.

Mafia: The Old Country offers two editions of the game: Standard Edition and a digital Deluxe Edition.

  • The Standard Edition includes the full base game and is available for AUD$89.95* on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. 
  • The digital Deluxe Edition lets players descend into Sicily’s criminal underworld in style with a variety of bonus items and is available for AUD$109.95* on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
    • This edition includes the Padrino Pack**, featuring “Lupara Speciale” Shotgun, “Vendetti Speciale” Pistol, “Immortale” Charm, “Padrino” Outfit, “Stiletto Speciale” Knife, “Eckhart Speciale” Limousine and “Cosimo” Horse and Accessories. Additionally, it offers the Gatto Nero Pack** with the “Bodeo Nero” Pistol, “Velocità” Charm, “Gatto Nero” Racing Outfit and “Carozella Nero” Race Car, plus digital bonus materials including the Original Score and Digital Artbook full of concept art and developer notes.**

First established in 2002 with the launch of the landmark game Mafia, the franchise has sold-in more than 35 million copies across consoles and PC.

Mafia: The Old Country is rated MA 15+.

Hangar 13 is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

For more information on Mafia: The Old Country, visit mafiagame.com, and follow the game across YouTube, X, Instagram and TikTok.

*Pricing and availability may vary by region and retailer and are subject to retailers’ own terms. See retailers’ site for specific details and terms.

**Internet connection and base game required. Padrino Pack, Gatto Nero Pack, and Bonus Materials are included in the Deluxe Edition of Mafia: The Old Country.

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. We develop and publish products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga. Our strategy is to create hit entertainment experiences, delivered on every platform relevant to our audience through a variety of sound business models. Our pillars – creativity, innovation, and efficiency – guide us as we strive to create the highest quality, most captivating experiences for our consumers. 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.

All trademarks and copyrights contained herein are the property of their respective holders.

About 2K

Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers, and mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail and digital download. The Company is home to many talented development studios, including Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox and HB Studios. 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA®️ 2K; renowned BioShock®️, Borderlands®️, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization®️ and XCOM®️ brands; popular WWE®️ 2K and WWE®️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin®️ as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR®️ 2K. Additional information about 2K and its products may be found at 2K.com and on the Company’s official social media channels.

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Other important factors and information are contained in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, including the risks summarised in the section entitled “Risk Factors,” the Company’s most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the Company’s other periodic filings with the SEC, which can be accessed at www.take2games.com. All forward-looking statements are qualified by these cautionary statements and apply only as of the date they are made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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NBA 2K26 MyPLAYER Builder Delivers All-new Animation Glossary, Scouting Reports, and Build By Badges for Increased Customisation

Visual Concepts and Tyrese Haliburton showcase how to leverage new tools and insights to create the best build for any playstyle in the MyPLAYER Builder Courtside Report

Today, 2K unveiled the new MyPLAYER Builder in NBA® 2K26 onPlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch 2, giving players an elevated experience with more insights and greater control. New and updated features make the creation process easier to understand for rookies and more customisable for seasoned pros.

Getting your MyPLAYER attuned to your playstyle is the cornerstone of the NBA 2K experience,” said Erick Boenisch, VP of NBA Development at Visual Concepts. “This year’s Builder gives players deeper insights at every step. We’ve introduced tools like the new Animation Glossary and Scouting Report so players can know the strengths and limitations of their build from the very beginning.”

New features of the reimagined MyPLAYER Builder in NBA 2K26 include:

  • Animation Glossary: The brand new Animation Glossary in NBA 2K26 allows players to make more informed decisions when building their MyPLAYER. The ultimate insider source, the new Animation Glossary will list every animation with details, attribute and height requirements. Meanwhile, the new Search function makes it easier for players to look up their favourite pro and see all the requirements needed to equip their corresponding animation.
  • Pre-Assigned Signature Animations: In NBA 2K26, players can more easily model their game after their favourite pros. Create Your Own build will now sift through dozens of NBA player comparisons before choosing the best animations associated with the suggested player.
  • Build By Badges: With the new Build By Badges feature, players can help shape the framework of their MyPLAYER to ensure their attributes meet the requirements for certain badges. By choosing their desired Badges and Levels – Bronze, Silver, Gold, Hall of Fame and Legend – players will be able to lock in the minimum attribute points required so they can then spend their remaining points to max out categories of their choosing. 
  • Scouting Report: The final step in MyPLAYER Builder introduces an all-new Scouting Report, the ultimate tool to help players understand the type of MyPLAYER they’ve built. The Scouting Report displays a build’s best Badges and Attributes and gives insights on its strengths and weaknesses. 
  • Build Specialisation: New in NBA 2K26, Build Specialisation goals allow players to enhance their MyPLAYER’s potential in a specific skill area. Players can pick one of five areas to specialise in: Finishing, Shooting, Playmaking, Defence, or Rebounding. Each area features nine unique goals that test their abilities in that specialty earning them rewards tailored to each skill area.
  • Badge Perks & Takeovers: Badges Perks return with Max +1 and the now the new Max +2 pushing Badges up to two tiers beyond their max potential. Players can also temporarily boost their badges up one tier in different game situations with Takeover Surge, Hot Start, and Clutch Genes perks. Additionally, there will be 40 Takeover-related rewards, including Takeover Presets, Takeover Accelerator and the final reward – Custom Takeover. 
  • More Impactful Cap Breakers: Cap Breakers are evolving in NBA 2K26. Now, each Cap Breaker will still raise the highest-rated and strongest attributes by +1 point, but if a player chooses to apply them to their lowest-rated attributes they will see larger boosts.

For full details, including updates to Rebirth and MyPLAYER Templates, check out the Courtside Report. Visit the NBA 2K26 official website for a full breakdown of the SKU details, availability, and more information. Stay tuned for additional announcements about the latest on NBA 2K26.

Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K26 is rated M in Australia and New Zealand.

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

Access to online or bonus features, content, or services, including MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W Online, and Play Now Online, may require internet connection, online account registration, and/or may not be accessible by accounts registered to users below the age of 13 (minimum age varies). See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for additional details. ProPLAY, The City, The W, and MyNBA are only available for Gen 9 NBA 2K26. Crossplay is only available for Gen 9 NBA 2K26 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Game includes optional in-game purchases and paid random items. Some in-game content may require download and/or online gameplay to unlock. Online console play may require separate paid platform subscription and account registration. Terms apply. 

BALL x PIT will Break onto Switch, PC, PS5 and Xbox Game Pass on October 15

Break Bricks, Fuse Balls, Rebuild Ballbylon

GET READY TO BREAK SOME BALLS! Steam Next Fest smash hit BALL x PIT will explode onto Nintendo Switch, PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Game Pass on October 15. The game will also launch for Nintendo Switch 2 later in 2025.

First revealed during June’s unforgettable Devolver Direct, BALL x PIT is a brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite from developer Kenny Sun and Friends. Never the kind to rest on their laurels, you’ll be able to find Kenny, his friends, and BALL x PIT playable on Switch 2 in the Nintendo Switch area of the Indie Arena Booth, deep within the hallowed hall 10.2 at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany, this August 20-24.

Officially the 12th Most-Played game in June’s Steam Next Fest, BALL x PIT sees you batter hordes of enemies with an oral barrage of esoteric projectiles that can be evolved, upgraded and combined to create all manner of overpowered synergies. Gather the riches of the pit to expand your homestead, generate resources and recruit unique heroes.

Fuse Your Balls
The Ball Fusion system encourages explosive experimentation with over 60 randomized balls to equip and combine during your journey. Discover overpowered combinations and unexpected synergies from hundreds of possible outcomes. Load up, lean in, and let the spit hit the fan!

Build New Ballbylon
Expand New Ballbylon with over 70 unique buildings that provide gameplay bonuses and unlock further power-ups, new characters, and more! As your community grows, task homebound heroes with automated tasks to keep the resources coming while you dive deeper into the pit.

Discover New Realms
Face legions of diverse enemies within the pit, battling through barren deserts, frozen caverns, savage forests and more. Each region offers its own unique set of hazards on top of hordes of increasingly challenging foes and mighty, screen-filling bosses.

Recruit Fellow Hunters
As you explore the pit you’ll encounter fellow treasure hunters eager to add their skills to your expedition. Each character has unique, upgradable mechanics that totally change the way you play the game. Experimentation and adaptation are crucial to the success of New Ballbylon!

Can’t wait until October to get your fill of ball-busting business? Why not do what over a quarter of a million other ball-loving maniacs did and download the demo on PC right now! And Wishlist it while you’re there. 

BALL x PIT will be coming to PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S via Game Pass on October 15. Nintendo Switch 2 will follow later this year. Visit ballxpit.com for more information.

Environmental strategy game Terra Nil hots up with the free Heatwave update, available now on PC, Switch, and mobile

Terra Nil, the critically acclaimed environmental strategy game from Free Lives and Devolver Digital, just got a whole lot hotter in the scorching new Heatwave update.

In Terra Nil you’re tasked with restoring life to barren environments using advanced eco-technology, then leaving without a trace. This expansive content update introduces a whole new region to restore and heaps of new gameplay and content, and is free to anyone who owns the base game.

KEY FEATURES

  • 13 new animals including crocodiles, elephants, hyenas, and vultures, which appear in the world more naturally and stick around for longer.
  • A new photography mode that lets you take snapshots of animals in your restored landscapes, with a scoring system that rewards skilled snappers.
  • 3 challenging new maps to tackle: Parched Dunes, Canyon Peaks, and Fracked Floodplain. Bridge vast canyons, douse oil fires, and more.
  • New eco-tech to play with including a remotely controlled land recycling bot and the Xerophytium, a building used to restore cactus biomes.

You can enjoy all of this, and more, in Terra Nil: Heatwave, a free update available now on PC, Switch, and mobile.

Check out terranil.com for more information.

1000 Deaths Launches Today on PC, PS5 Version on the Horizon

Break the laws of gravity to bend reality and overcome surreal 3D platforming challenges

MUMBAI/BROOKLYN — Aug. 7, 20251000 Deaths, the award-winning psychedelic 3D platformer where choices dramatically alter the story and gameplay, is available now on PC via Steam. Developer Pariah Interactive also announces that a PlayStation 5 demo will be available soon.

Follow the lives of Vayu, Maxie, Terry, and Boga from birth to death, choosing their fates while their worlds get turned upside down. Redefine the laws of gravity with TeeVee, a CRT television that runs and jumps through levels that represent the inner thoughts of the four protagonists.

Each decision you make reveals a new platforming hub as part of the overworld, each node branching out from the choices you make, leading to a dozen endings. Stomp out a desire for power — or stoke it. Assuage a creeping nihilism — or embrace it. These decisions impact not just the plot, but unlock levels themed around the protagonists, all with different mechanics to explore.

Utilize nimble movement techniques and your trusty jetpack to complete stages, and discover hidden, hand-animated Broadcasts. These clips, created with claymation, pixel art, and 3D animation, reveal more about what makes the characters tick. Speedrunners will find plenty of nuances to the movement techniques to shave their times down, and the Arcade mode’s 45-plus levels will put your skills to the test. 

1000 Deaths is about so much more than improving speedrunning times and mastering movement,” said Prashast Thapan, founder of Pariah Interactive. “We’re excited to see how players break their own records, but the whole experience is underlined by drastic decisions. Our mascot, TeeVee, is constantly reflecting the characters’ desires back to them on its screen. The crux of 1000 Deaths is examining those desires and the effect they have on our decision-making.”

1000 Deaths straps on a jetpack and laces up today on PC via Steam for $14.99 with a 10% launch discount, with language support for text in English, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Spanish. A PlayStation 5 version and demo are currently in development.

For more information on 1000 Deaths, follow Pariah Interactive’s official pages on X, Bluesky, Instagram, and Facebook, check out their official YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok, submit your fast times to the official Speedrun.com page, and join the growing Discord community.

About Pariah Interactive

Pariah Interactive is an independent games and XR development studio based in Brooklyn and Mumbai dedicated to bringing surreal experiences into reality. Founded in 2019 by Prashast Thapan, they’ve grown to collaborate with contemporary artists and organizations to transform often untold narratives, histories, and mythologies into digital interactive experiences for wider audiences.

SUPER ROBOT WARS Y demo is available now!

SUPER ROBOT WARS Y demo is now available on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. Players can dive into epic grid-based battles and get a taste of tactical combat before the full release set to 28 August for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam.

SUPER ROBOT WARS Y demo includes the first chapter of the main game and showcases a first-hand experience in which players will have to battle their way towards the future while fighting alongside powerful allies, featuring legendary heroes from iconic sci-fi and mecha animes.

Saved data from the demo can be transferred to the full version at release, allowing to carry over data such as character creation, as well as acquired items and resources to the main game. Moreover, upon completion of Chapter 1 of the demo, players will receive a playing bonus including enhanced in-game items and points at the release of the full game.

SUPER ROBOT WARS Y is a strategic RPG uniting anime legends for grid-based battles. This game is the newest addition to the SUPER ROBOT WARSseries which started more than 30 years ago. Players will have to place their units strategically and command them to defeat their opponents. To strengthen their heroes and overcome the next challenge, they will be able to upgrade their units and train their pilots with the credits and resources earned after each mission.

SUPER ROBOT WARS Y is set to launch on 28 August 2025 for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. The game is available for pre-order, which will unlock the following bonus: the Cybaster and the protagonist mechs from Super Robot Wars V.

For more information about SUPER ROBOT WARS Y and other titles from Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu.

Side-Scroller Action Roguelite ‘Star Fire: Eternal Cycle’ Strikes onto PC with New Demo

Wield killer weapons across challenging levels in the debut demo, out August 9

SHENZHEN, China – August 7, 2025 Star Fire: Eternal Cycle, the fast-paced roguelite sidescroller from developer Ethereal Fish Studio, and publisher Indie Herb Games, drops a brand new playable demo available Saturday, August 9, 2025 on PC via Steam.

Level up the chaos, and vanquish alien enemies as a decisive striker in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Wield a selection of dynamic weapons with distinct combat styles, and level up mid-battle, unlocking powerful upgrades on the fly. Unleash rapid punches in tight quarters with Lightning Fist, sweep through clustered enemies swinging Golden Axe, and blast foes apart with hurricane bursts from the Cyclone Cannon.

Dive into the adrenaline-charged new demo today, brandishing two of the eight planned weapons, including Flamethrower and Lightning Fist. Harness the BugCores system to unleash game-changing elemental powers, like the enemy-freezing Frost Aura, the defense-boosting Absolute Shield, and the close-range zapping Thunder Orbs. Test BugCore combinations for flexible character builds, tailored to distinct individual playstyles.

Dash through a variety of sci-fi-inspired biomes, including Vault Tec, Desert of Death, and Lava Volcano. Gather equipment sets to unlock a range of bonuses, from increased weapon damage to new abilities like Flame Ring. Mix and match weapons, synthesize BugCores, and combine gear sets to defeat every alien, humanoid, zombie, and cyborg that stands in the way.

Star Fire: Eternal Cycle is the culmination of a passionate team with a deep respect for classic, arcade side-scrollers,” said Jensen Hu, Creative Director at Ethereal Fish Studio. “We look forward to feedback from fans and delivering a satisfying, action-packed roguelike with a rewarding gameplay loop.”

Star Fire: Eternal Cycle’s demo is available on Saturday, August 9, 2025 on PC via Steam. Language support includes English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Russian, and French.

For more information on Star Fire: Eternal Cycle, wishlist the game on Steam, check out the game’s official website, join its Discord server, follow Star Fire and the developer’s X / Twitter account, and search #starfiregame on social media platforms.

About Indie Herb Games

Indie Herb Games is an independent game publisher based in Hong Kong, with team members in Shenzhen and across Europe. Their portfolio focuses on a curated selection of standout indie titles, with a strong emphasis on gameplay innovation and artistic vision, and empowering creative independence. With collective experience working on AAA and indie projects, Indie Herb Games is currently preparing for the release of their flagship title, Star Fire: Eternal Cycle.

About Ethereal Fish Studio

Ethereal Fish Studio is an indie studio consisting of six members, and founded by former Tencent and NExT Studios developer, Jensen Hu. Based in Shenzhen, China, the team left corporate development to embark on a bold journey, and build a game entirely on their own terms. Star Fire: Eternal Cycle is their debut title, and is the result of the team’s shared inspirations and childhood memories from arcade halls, reimagined through a lens of modern design sensibilities.

Bend Time in the Charming VR Puzzle Adventure “Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between” Available Now

Journey alongside best friends Arina & Frendt across a colorful, whimsical dreamscape

MELBOURNE, Australia – 7 August, 2025 – Hidden Memories of the Gardens Between, a significantly expanded VR iteration of developer The Voxel Agents’ award-winning puzzle-based adventure The Gardens Between, delves into the memories of a treasured childhood friendship on Meta Quest and SteamVR today.

Step into a colorful dreamscape and bend time to guide best friends Arina and Frendt across floating islands echoing their memories. Solve clever puzzles while reminiscing over an emotional tale full of the duo’s formative moments. Journey through a cherished adventure, ripe with untold stories enhanced thanks to the immersive lens of VR.

Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between takes place two decades after the original story, as Frendt prepares for another move. Upon a mysterious encounter packing boxes, Frendt returns to the world of The Gardens Between. Now guided by the entries in Ariana’s enchanted diary, fans and newcomers alike can indulge in this charming story from a fresh perspective.

Manipulate time and space with hand gestures to assist Arina and Frendt in reaching the apex of each level. Solve more than 40 new bespoke puzzles and unlock core memories to illuminate constellations, guiding a bittersweet narrative. Discover untold stories through Arina’s diary, with illustrations leaping straight out of the pages. 

Engage with an ethereal world as the virtual landscape turns whimsical moments into moments of pure magic. Grab a paintbrush to create art, piece together beads to form friendship bracelets, and stack toy parts, watching as they come alive. Become immersed in a heartwarming story brought to life in a lovely new package, bringing out the player’s inner child for one more ride.

“Our hearts are full of warmth as we launch today Hidden Memories of The Gardens Between” says Simon Joslin, co-founder of The Voxel Agents. “ It brings us great pride to watch newcomers and fans return to a world filled with love and excitement. We truly feel this magical expansion was only possible by way of VR and Mixed Reality on Quest to truly feel with one a world such as The Gardens Between.”

Hidden Memories of the Gardens Between is available now on Meta Quest platforms and SteamVR for $19.99 USD. For more information, please visit The Voxel Agents’ official website and follow the team on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

About The Voxel Agents

Headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, The Voxel Agents was founded in 2009 by Simon Joslin, Matthew Clark, and Tom Killen to create games that kindle curiosity with a passion for highly focused gameplay. Previous achievements include their highly acclaimed releases The Gardens Between, Train Conductor, and Puzzle Retreat.

GLOBALLY SYNCED VERSION OF REVERSE:1999 X ASSASSIN’S CREED COLLABORATION VERSION AVAILABLE NOW

Recruit Ezio, Claim Free Monthly Pass and More Rewards During Phase I of The Collaboration

HONG KONG – AUGUST 7, 2025 – Bluepoch Games in partnership with Ubisoft announced the first ever globally synced version of Reverse: 1999 x Assassin’s Creed Collaboration Version, which is now available. Two epic games have merged for the first phase of the new collaboration that brings exciting new content and familiar faces from Assassin’s Creed II to the world of Reverse: 1999.
 
Watch the Reverse: 1999 x Assassin’s Creed Collaboration Trailer below.

Reverse: 1999 x Assassin’s Creed Collaboration Gameplay Features:

  • Ezio: Assassin’s Creed II character Ezio joins Reverse: 1999 as the first collaboration character.
    • Ezio Banner: Recruit Ezio during his special banner titled A Prophet Guided by Time. Ezio’s skill is in a brand-new design, enabling him to switch different weapons to fit in with different characters in Reverse: 1999. In celebration of the collaboration, players will receive additional Ezio after 100/160/220/280 pulls during his banner. This will be the same format for the Kassandra banner set to take place during Phase II.
  • Story: Players embark upon an adventure of a lifetime as they explore the brand new collaboration story, travel to Ezio’s era – Renaissance Florence – and interact with well-known characters from Assassin’s Creed II. Phase I introduces players to Vertin and her allies as they investigate mysterious clues in Renaissance Florence.
    • Phase I Event Story La Primavera di Firenze: The contradiction between freedom and order weaves the stitches of history, and Florence has never lacked for mysteries. There are always those who walk in the shadows with hidden blades glistening in their sleeves, fighting for free will. Here, travelers from afar walk with assassins, the golden apple gleams, and the persons unknown in frescoes smile. The answer lies beneath the dome.
  • Rewards: Gain abundant rewards during Phase I of the collaboration.
    • Free Monthly Pass: All players can claim a free monthly pass (players can get 2700 Clear Drops in total, which is 15 free pulls).
    • Up to 43 Gacha Pulls: Different ways to pull throughout Phase I
    • Free Garment: A new garment for the character APPLe will be available for free in the event during Phase I.
    • Recruit Alexios For Free: Recruit Alexios for free by participating in the event in Phase II.
  • New Collab Gameplay Mode – Into the Shadows: Explore Florence, Venice, and Monteriggioni to gather stories, resolve conflicts and complete assassination tasks in Florence and Venice to earn currency. The currency can be used to renovate the villa in Monteriggionni. Complete the renovation to unlock items and enhance their effects.
    • Each task allows you to select suitable characters with unique ability traits and special skills. By switching [Guild Tokens], they can change their occupations and acquire new abilities.
    • Event Time: After the version update on 8/7/2025 through 9/15/2025 (UTC-5).
  • New Garments and Wilderness Pack:
    • New garments series “Soaring Over Mount Olympus” will introduce new looks and skill effects for arcanists Vila, Hissabeth and Marcus.
    • Unlock “Collector’s Edition of Roar Jukebox to get Eternity’s limited garment “The Golden Nurturer,” Crystal Casket, and Unilogs!
  • New Wilderness Pack “Memories of Florence” is available now. During the Event, the theme pack will be available in Wilderness Shop for a limited time!
    • *Memories of Florence is a collaboration-exclusive Wilderness theme pack. It will be permanently removed after the event ends, with no other way to obtain it again.
      • Event Time: After the version update on 8/7/2025 through 9/19/2025 04:59 (UTC-5)
  • Challenge the Special Mane’s Bulletin Eagle Vision Edition: New investigation targets will be available from 8/9/2025 through 9/19/2025 (UTC-5).
  • Unlock The Euphoria: Unlock Euphoria of Marcus, Eternity and Vila (all characters have a new garment in this collaboration).
  • Time-Limited Re-Release of Route 77: The Haunted Highway: Complete challenges to obtain [“Old Keys”], and exchange them for rewards in the event shop.
    • Event Stages: 9/6/2025 at 05:00 through 9/16/2025 at 04:59 (UTC-5)
    • Event Shop: 9/6/2025 at 05:00 through 09/19/2025 04:59 (UTC-5)
  • Upcoming Content:
    • Recruit Alexios For Free: Log in to claim the 5-Star Collaboration Character and his Artifices during the event.
    • New stories in ancient Greece: Take a new adventure with Kassandra and other characters from Assassin’s Creed Odyssey
    • Recruit 6-Star Kassandra in the Brand New Banner and get an Extra One: Kassandra will be summonable in her special banner [Wine-Dark Reflections of the Eagle]. Her skill is also in brand-new design, enabling her to switch different skill trees to fit in with different characters in Reverse: 1999. The first 100/160/220/280 pulls in her banner can get an extra Kassandra.
    • FREE Garment of APPLe: Investigate the new story event and earn free garment of APPLe, new 6-Star Psychube and a Limited Portrait.

Reverse: 1999 has topped charts in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, France, Japan, Korea and more than 160 countries and regions around the globe. Reverse: 1999 can be downloaded on Steam, iOS App Store, Google Play and Windows PC.
 
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ABOUT REVERSE: 1999

Reverse: 1999 is a 20th Century Time-Travel Strategic RPG. On the last day of 1999, “the Storm” descended upon the world, turning back time. Players take on the role of the Timekeeper, Vertin, who is uniquely immune to the effects of the Storm. With the help of your assistant Sonetto, you will travel to different eras to seek out arcanists who can sense the coming of the Storm and save them from being “sifted out” of the timeline. Reverse: 1999 is a cinematic adventure featuring stunning visuals that blend retro and modern aesthetics and full English voice acting with authentic accents.

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