Dragon Pals Releases New Dungeons and PVP in Major Update

The latest Dragon Pals update contains new dungeons and PvP for high-ranking players, flash sale events and stat-enhancement items.

Hong Kong – May 22, 2014 – Global games publisher R2Games has released a new update for its successful adventure MMORPG, Dragon Pals. This update introduces a set of new features that include high-level dungeons, additional shop capabilities and a new cross-server system.

Some of the highlights include:

Nightmare Abyss: Unlocked at Level 60, this is a high-difficulty dungeon composed of eight stages. In each stage, players battle along with their nymph and dragon guardian to defeat a monster mob. They can choose between Single and Continuous Attack, and receive higher rewards for clearing higher stages.

Friendship Shop: Players can purchase items using Friendship Points, which they earn by participating in Multiplayer Dungeons, Treasure Hunt and Happy Fight.

Tribal Clash: This is a new cross-server PvP event that takes place every Sunday. The top 50 players according to Battle Rankings in each server will automatically qualify to be matched against players in other servers. Rewards will be given according to final rankings, and the player with the highest Kill Streak ranking will receive the “God of War” title.

Among the newly added features, stat-enhancing Enchantment Rings and daily Flash Sales can be found in the update as well. A series of in-game events will also be held to introduce players into the new systems.

Dragon Pals is a browser-based adventure RPG. Players discover, unlock, customize and train pet dragons to fight alongside them all while participating in hundreds of unique quests, activities, and events. Key features include Dragon Pets, Dragon Orbs, Demon Tower and Cross-Server Treasure Hunt.

To start playing Dragon Pals, go to http://dragon.r2games.com/.

About R2Games
R2Games is a global online game publisher specializing in microtransaction-based, free-to-play browser and mobile games. The company primarily works with development teams whose games appeal to wide audiences. R2Games’ growing portfolio includes hits like Wartune, League of Angels, Blade Hunter, and Dragon Pals. The company manages all marketing and PR, locates distribution channels, and carries out day-to-day operations including customer support, community management and event design/implementation.

http://www.r2games.com/

TECMO KOEI AMERICA USHERS WARRIORS INTO THE NEW GENERATION – WARRIOR OROCHI 3 ULTIMATE IN DEVELOPMENT FOR PLAYSTATION 4 AND XBOX ONE

Tactical Action Franchise to Make Inaugural Debut on Current Generation Consoles, Handheld and Return to PlayStation 3 with New Characters, Gameplay Modes, Stages and Story

BURLINGAME, Calif. – MAY 22, 2014 – TECMO KOEI America today announced that WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimate is in development for PlayStation®3 and PlayStation®4 computer entertainment systems, PS®Vita and Xbox One. WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimate marks the tactical action series’ first launch on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One worldwide.

Fans will experience WARRIORS OROCHI 3 in a brand new light as they enter the fray with the implementation of new generation console features, new storylines and scenarios. There is enough new gameplay content and depth of replayability to satisfy warriors of all levels including special cross over characters such as Sophitia from the SOULCALIBUR series and battle stages from ATELIER, DYNASTY WARRIORS, NINJA GAIDEN Sigma 2 and SAMURAI WARRIORS. The next evolution of the OROCHI universe, WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimate, awaits fans this fall 2014.

New Features in WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimate:

–       One Warrior against a Thousand Battles—Densely populated battlefields with up to 100 enemies on screen, each with progressive AI add to the exhilarating battle, amplified by new moves including Aerial Special attacks, Triple Rush (a system which allows the player the ability to switch between individual characters or unleash attacks as a party of 3 and True Musou Burst, the powerful finishing move executable by up to 6 characters

–       New and Crossover characters— The legion of warriors is larger than ever with 145 playable characters including the introduction of Abe Seimei and Shennong, just 2 of 9 that are new to the series, cameos include Xu Shu from the DYNASTY WARRIORS franchise and Rachel from NINJA GAIDEN Sigma 2 with more to be announced including the Atelier and SAMURAI WARRIORS series

–       Captivating Lands and Stages— Lands and battlefields are dramatically rendered drawing from the dark, sinister imagery in the OROCHI series totaling 51 distinct stages with cross-over stages melding universes including Atelier,  DYNASTY WARRIORS, NINJA GAIDEN Sigma 2 and SAMURAI WARRIORS, furthermore, Musuo Battlefields allow for customization including character models and battle cries

–       The mythology of the OROCHI universe expands— A new main storyline brings the heroes together again after the death of the Demon Snake as they are called upon by a mysterious stone to return to the chaotic din of battle. Additionally, new side stories provide a multitude of new scenarios and uncover secrets, the story extends with the ability to battle from a different point of view or even “what if” hypothetical stages that exist in a parallel world

–       Gameplay modes— Adding to both Online and Offline competition, new modes include Duel Mode, a fusion of team battles (up to 3 vs 3) and card battles, Craft Weapons function to alchemy even more powerful weapons, Officer Requesting and Summoning, Formation Skills and Dragon Portals that can be used to escape the battlefields, weaken enemies or recover party members Life Gauge

–       Share experiences Online— PS4™ system players will be able to capture screenshots and live stream, share and see live comments which can impact either players’ games or co-op in Story mode, Free Mode and the new Gauntlet Mode

–       Cross-Play and Cross Save functionality— Co-op, data sharing and saving, and save data is now possible between PS3™ system, PS4™ system and PS Vita system versions, including save data importing of the original WARRIORS OROCHI 3 on PlayStation 3 

WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimate is developed by Omega Force and published in North America by TECMO KOEI America.  The PlayStation 3 and PS Vita versions will be available exclusively through the PlayStation® Store for $49.99 (PS3) and $39.99 (PS Vita) respectively and the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions will be available for $59.99. This title has not yet been rated by the ESRB. 

To download the official WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimatepress kit, please visit: https://app.box.com/s/jvemsh3xjxfvtt95ryoe.

For the latest WARRIORS OROCHI 3 Ultimatenews follow us on www.facebook.com/koeigames or @TecmoKoeiUSor visit http://www.tecmokoeiamerica.com/. 

About TECMO KOEI AMERICA CORP:

TECMO KOEI AMERICA CORP. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Burlingame, California. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of TECMO KOEI HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. TECMO is best known for the Dead or Alive®, Ninja Gaiden®, Tecmo Bowl®, and Fatal Frame® series. KOEI is best known for its Dynasty Warriors® and Samurai Warriors® franchises. On April 1, 2009, TECMO KOEI HOLDINGS CO., LTD was established as a result of the TECMO, LTD. and KOEI Co., Ltd. merger.

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F1 RACE STARS™ POWERSLIDES ONTO iOS 

F1 RACE STARS’ NEW WORLD OF ARCADE RACING BRINGS CONSOLE QUALITY GAMEPLAY, GRAPHICS AND DEPTH TO APPLE DEVICES 

22^nd May 2014: Codemasters® today announced that a new free-to-play world of FORMULA 1™ fun has launched as F1 RACE STARS™ races onto  iPad, iPhones and iPods. F1 RACE STARS is a visually stunning, fully-featured arcade racing game that brings console quality gameplay, graphics and depth to iOS. A gameplay video showing F1 RACE STARS in action is now playing at www.youtube.com/formula1game.

Gary Rowe, VP Digital Business, Codemasters, said “F1 RACE STARS is a hugely exciting project for us. Combining our experience in delivering award-winning FORMULA 1 videogames with the next leap forward with our in-house technology, F1 RACE STARS delivers racing fans of all ages the gameplay, visuals and content expected of a full console release, free-to-play on iOS.”

F1 RACE STARS is fully optimised for Apple’s latest A7 chip powered devices, and is compatible with iOS game controllers. It is the first mobile title developed using the next generation of Codemasters’ proprietary EGO Game Technology Platform, which will span development from smart devices and the latest consoles to high-end PC titles.

“This is an all-new F1 RACE STARS development for iOS.  It retains the depth of a console experience, but has been designed from the ground up for portable play. The handling is easy to pick up and features a new powerslide mechanic for building boosts as you race around each of our fast and furious new circuits. The game is packed with content, including different race modes, power-ups and upgrades and the rich single player experience is complemented by local multiplayer modes,” said Chris Gray, Senior Producer, Codemasters.

“By using our latest EGO technology, we’re able to deliver console-quality visuals on smart devices, including High Dynamic Range rendering with bloom, an extensive range of full screen post process effects, such as blur, anti-aliasing, dynamic weather, and much more. Basically, it looks amazing and is really impressive on a big screen thanks to its native TV out support, especially when played with a game controller.”

From Codemasters, the home of multi-million selling, award-winning FORMULA 1 videogames, F1 RACE STARS is officially licensed to feature all the cars, teams and drivers from the 2013 FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP™ as never seen before on iOS. Players can take on over 40 super-charged tracks from 15 FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX™ locations across the world. Each has been designed for quick-fire portable gaming and features jumps, shortcuts, and a range of awesome power-ups, including Wet Weather, Homing Bubbles, Safety Car and many more.

Using touch or tilt controls, handling is accessible, fast and fun – players can build boost by using a powerslide mechanic around corners and then slingshot up the track, use slipstream to haul in their rivals and race across boost pads to speed through the pack.

F1 RACE STARS features a deep, content-rich single-player game, including five different game modes. Gamers can compete against FORMULA ONE drivers, including Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso, or race as a fantasy driver – each with their own unique special abilities – including Robot, Ninja, Secret Agent and many more. Players can also collect and combine hundreds of upgrades to improve and customise their on-track performance.  The single player game is further extended with local multiplayer racing available via Bluetooth for two-players and over WiFi for up to four players.

F1 RACE STARS is engineered to work with iPad 2 or newer, iPhone 4 or newer and iPod Touch 5 and is available for free download from the App Store now. To get all the latest news straight from the studio, race over to www.facebook.com/formula1game or follow the team on twitter at www.twitter.com/formula1game.

Avanquest Software Announces the UK Release of Legends of Oz: Dorothy’s Return for Nintendo™ 3DS

Follow the Yellow Brick Road to an Amazing New Match-3 Puzzle Adventure!

May 2013 – Avanquest Software Publishing, one of the UK’s leading games publishers has announced the release of Legends of Oz; Dorothy’s Return for Nintendo 3DS™. The game is being launched on May 23^rd to coincide with the film release of the same name, which is being shown exclusively at Vue cinemas throughout the UK.

Legends of Oz; Dorothy’s Return is a match-3 puzzle adventure set in the magical kingdom of Oz and features some hilarious new characters, and a brand new villain! Take on the evil Jester who has showed up and kidnapped the scarecrow, Lion and the Tin Man. Players embark on a journey to help Dorothy through the wilderness and travel to the Emerald City to free the legends of Oz.

As they explore the 5 magical Oz themed lands, players must use their match-3 skills to complete each stage and move to the next area. There are 4 game modes to choose from; Move, Limit, Time Limit, Item Collection and Item Sink. Players can earn bonus experience points, special power-ups and yellow bricks to spend on bonus moves. They can also collect Emeralds for doing well on each level, (up to a maximum of 3 per level), which will earn them exclusive stills and concept art from the animated film.

Features:

• A fun-filled match-3 puzzle adventure with Dorothy and friends
• Explore and progress through 5 magical Oz-themed lands
• Meet hilarious characters and take on a new villain
• Four game modes to choose from
• Make awesome matches with special Oz power-ups
• Earn yellow bricks to purchase extra power-ups.

Legends of Oz; Dorothy’s Return has a release date of May 23^rd and has been rated as a ‘3’ by PEGI. The game is priced at £20.41 for Nintendo 3DS™.

It is available from Amazon.co.uk, ASDA, GAME, GameStop, TescoDirect, Toys R Us, and DSGamesDirect.co.uk.

Ubisoft^® Gives a Glimpse of Gaming’s Future with its E3 Lineup 

London, UK — May 22, 2014 — Today, Ubisoft revealed its lineup of titles that will be shown at the 2014 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), including Assassin’s Creed^® Unity, Far Cry^® 4, Tom Clancy’s The Division™, The Crew™, Valiant Hearts The Great War™ and more. Ubisoft will host a media briefing to deliver new content from its upcoming titles, and also will provide a hands-on experience at its booth for E3 attendees and via the company’s Uplay® lounge for Uplay members.

Ubisoft’s E3 media briefing, held at the Orpheum Theatre in downtown Los Angeles, starts at 3 p.m. PDT on June 9 and will be hosted by actress and comedian Aisha Tyler. The briefing will be broadcast live and on demand on Ubisoft’s YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lcu6PBvshoM) and Twitch channel (http://www.twitch.tv/ubisoft). A pre-show – starting at 2:45 p.m. PDT – will look back at past E3s and a post-show hosted by Tyler will welcome back key speakers to answer questions from fans.  All videos and trailers from the event will be available on YouTube following the briefing at http://www.youtube.com/user/ubisoft. Press partners are welcome to embed the links in their websites.

Starting June 10, E3 attendees can visit Ubisoft’s booth,– #1023, situated in the South Hall at the Los Angeles Convention Center — to discover the company’s highly-anticipated games, including:

• Assassin’s Creed Unity, re-imagined and built from the ground-up for the new-gen of gaming, immerses players as never before into the terror and brutality of the French Revolution.
• Far Cry 4, sequel to the #1 rated shooter of 2012*, where players will experience the most expansive and immersive Far Cry ever, in an entirely new, massive open-world.
• Tom Clancy’s The Division™, set in a chaotic and devastated New York City, players assume the role of a sleeper agent activated to help save a failing society. Discover an immersive open-world game that combines the Tom Clancy series’ signature authenticity with RPG action, exploration and teamwork.
• The Crew™, the revolutionary action-driving game that takes gamers on a reckless ride throughout a massive, open world recreation of the United States brimming with exciting challenges and populated by other real players.

Finally, the Uplay lounge is back and is being expanded to enable more Uplay members to experience E3 firsthand. More than a thousand members will be able to, for example, enjoy a hands-on experience of Ubisoft’s E3 line-up and other titles or talk to Ubisoft’s development teams about their favourite games.  The Uplay lounge will be located at The Standard Hotel in downtown Los Angeles. For those not able to be in Los Angeles, a version of the lounge experience will be available via uplaylounge.com, an immersive website that will feature exclusive content, live streaming on Twitch — including online chats with Ubisoft’s development teams — and more. Fans can already start submitting their questions to the teams here.

“2014 is the most exciting year the gaming industry has seen in a while. At E3, we can’t wait to share our future of gaming,” said Yves Guillemot, co-founder and CEO, Ubisoft

“Ubisoft teams have fully embraced this new generation and will demonstrate how they are bringing  breakthrough innovations to our beloved franchises and beyond in order to offer players the most original and memorable gaming experiences.”

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 and Far Cry. 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 2013-14 fiscal year Ubisoft generated sales of €1,007 million. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoftgroup.com.

© 2014 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Valiant Hearts The Great War Logo, The Crew logo, Tom Clancy’s, The Division logo, the Soldier icon, Assassin’s Creed , Far Cry, Ubisoft, and the Ubisoft logo are trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the US and/or other countries. Far Cry: Based on Crytek’s original Far Cry directed by Cevat Yerli. Powered by Crytek’s technology “CryEngine.”

SQUIDS Odyssey Tactical RPG Now Available in the Nintendo eShop on Wii U

The Game Bakers’ Squid heroes make console debut in an epic underwater adventure

MONTPELIER, France – May 22, 2014 – Independent developer The Game Bakers have just pulled their latest delicacy from the oven, and SQUIDS are on the menu! Gamers hungry for a tactical RPG with an epic adventure storyline, crisp cartoon graphics, and strategic, turn-based gameplay can now download SQUIDS Odyssey in the Nintendo eShop on the Wii U™ system. The game will also release for the Nintendo 3DS™ hand-held system in the near future.

In SQUIDS Odyssey, a murky black ooze is seeping into the water, turning crustaceans into cranky monsters. With their peaceful realm under siege, a scrappy shoal of Squid heroes has no other choice but to fight back. During turn-based battles against their oily enemies, these unlikely heroes’ squishy bodies serve as their best weapons: simply stretch a Squid’s tentacles, aim, then let go to shoot it across the battlefield. Four hero classes, stat-boosting helmets, and power-ups add a strategic element to the role-playing gameplay.

To control the Squids, players can use the Left Stick to aim and shoot, or go “hands on” to stretch the Squids’ tentacles on the Wii U™ GamePad touch screen. The game can be enjoyed in high definition on the TV, or in Off-TV-Mode played exclusively on the GamePad.

SQUIDS Odyssey Features:

• Build your party from 15 different Squids in four classes — shooters, scouts, troopers, and healers
• Win turn-based battles with strategy and skill, using the environment and your party’s strengths to your advantage
• Lose yourself in an epic story across four exotic underwater kingdoms
• Engage in 90+ missions for more than 15 hours of gameplay in the main storyline, plus an expert Pro Mode that doubles the game length and provides extra challenge
• Boost your heroes abilities with 65+ fun and funky-looking helmets

The Game Bakers’ SQUIDS games have had more than two million downloads since their 2011 debut on mobile. As the franchise’s first appearance on consoles, SQUIDS Odyssey is the ultimate SQUIDS compilation that includes all content previously released, with tons of improvement and tweaks. Content exclusive to SQUIDS Odyssey includes a new chapter that continues the adventure in the never-before-seen kingdom of Wakame, a new Squid warrior named Oktoku, and four new helmets.

SQUIDS Odyssey can be downloaded for 12.99€ / $14.99 (or equivalent in local currency) from the Nintendo eShop. For more game details, visit:

• Europe: http://www.nintendo.co.uk/Games/Wii-U-download-software/Squids-Odyssey-886954.html
• North America: http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/06O7lDzmLOpzcDTpeIdh48BWp8DcGQMy

About SQUIDS

Since its first mobile release in 2011, SQUIDS has become a globally recognized brand with more than two million game downloads to date. A digital comic book series is underway from APE Entertainment and a children’s television series is in early production. Learn more about SQUIDS on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/SquidsTheGame

SQUIDS Odyssey press assets: http://thegamebakers.com/vip

About The Game Bakers

An independent video game studio founded by industry veterans, The Game Bakers make games like they cook food: with a lot of care and a lot of love. After making a name for themselves with two SQUIDS RPGs and the brawler Combo Crew on mobile devices, the studio is turning their focus to console development starting with SQUIDS Odyssey for Wii U™ and Nintendo 3DS™. They are also working on an unannounced game to be released in 2014 alongside a major motion picture. To learn more, visit the company’s website at http://thegamebakers.com.

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