Blowfish Meets Meteor Receives Enhanced iPad-Compatible Edition 

Aquatic block-breaking adventure sets sail with improved features

San Rafael, Calif. – May 1, 2014 – Sky Tyrannosaur, developer of the block-breaking iOS title Blowfish Meets Meteor, today announced that a new and improved version of the game is now available. This is the first time that Blowfish Meets Meteor runs natively on the iPad platform, arriving with numerous enhancements to its already acclaimed experience.

A fresh spin on a classic genre, Blowfish Meets Meteor begins as a simple block-breaker and steadily unfolds into something much greater as the player grasps the mechanics of the game. Incorporating innovative puzzle-solving elements, eight engaging boss battles, and frantic action sequences into its unique block-breaking format, the game features 10+ hours of content and 60 bite-sized levels across six chipper undersea worlds. Thousands of frames of hand-drawn animation and nearly 30 minutes of original soundtrack accompany players on the mission to save mermaid-kind, with absolutely zero in-app purchases to tarnish the experience.

In addition to iPad nativity, the new version of Blowfish Meets Meteor includes an overhauled physics engine to give the player a snappier and even more rewarding experience than before.  New music, sound effects, and animations have also been added to the game, as well as improved in-game tutorials to get players up to speed at a smooth pace. Furthermore, the scoring system has been rebuilt from scratch, allowing for a wider variety of scores and better rewards for players.

Blowfish Meets Meteor Key Features:

• Mind-bending, game-changing, block-breaking action with a charming undersea twist
• An evolving, 10+ hour experience that grows with the player, created with the principles of console titles in mind
• Aesthetics crafted with care – vibrant, hand-drawn animation with 30 minutes of original tunes
• Save mermaids in 60 varied levels, each with its own unique challenge, bonuses, and appeal
• Eight engaging, screen-filling boss battles
• Six diverse underwater worlds including saltwater glaciers, steamship graveyards, and even the innards of a gigantic sea-beast
• Revamped physics engine and new animations for an even more satisfying experience
• Native iPhone and now iPad performance with the smoothness of a calm lake
• Buy the game once and only once; absolutely no in-app purchases

Blowfish Meets Meteor is now available on the App Store for $2.99 at https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/blowfish-meets-meteor/id792430459.

More information about the game can be found at http://www.skytyrannosaur.com/.

For the official trailer, please visit: Blowfish Meets Meteor trailer

About Sky Tyrannosaur

At Sky Tyrannosaur, we want to make sexy, meaty games that are excellent on their own merits – regardless of the device they’re played on. Games with hours of unique content (that still love you enough to let you pick them up or put them down at a moment’s notice). Controls that feel smooth and natural and at home. Unique, compelling properties brought to life with thousands of frames of hand-drawn animation and full-length original soundtracks. Learn more at http://www.skytyrannosaur.com/

Lords of Football gets royally disciplined

Sometimes players go that little bit too far on and off the football pitch, and you’ve got to lay down the law. Alternative Software is pleased to show how it’s done, with the discipline trailer for Lords of Football: Royal Edition.

Footballers like to let loose after a hard day at training or a gruelling match, which sometimes can result in seriously sticky situations. Fear not, because in Lords of Football: Royal Edition, you’ve got ‘God like’ powers that allow you to keep an eye on, and punish the players that don’t toe the line.

It might bring the best out of the players, or make them switch off on the training ground, but remember, you’re the boss – and people that don’t stick to the plan won’t last long at your club, right?

Lords of Football: Royal Edition is now available on PC DVD at retail with an SRP of £14.99.

With over 320,000 ‘Likes’ on the official Facebook page (Facebook.com/lordsoffootball), Lords of Football has been widely praised from football and gaming critics, including the likes of Four Four Two and Softpedia, as ‘ingenious’, ‘innovative’, and ‘a jewel among football simulations’.

For more information on Alternative Software and Lords of Football: Royal Edition, please visit the official website at www.alternativesoft.co.uk/LoF/LoF.html

Become a True Hero in La Tale’s New HEROES Expansion

Write your own tale to become a true hero in La Tale: HEROES, with all new classes, quests and more!

Torrance, CA – May 1, 2014 – The cute, anime-style MMORPG La Tale has just released one of its biggest updates to date. The update introduces a brand new job class, numerous new skills and a whole lot more. With the release of this new job class, heroes in La Tale can advance their abilities even further and utilize all new skills to slay the various monsters in the Kingdom of Elias and quest through the new regions of the mysterious Floating City. Players can jump into this exciting new fantasy world now at http://latale.ogplanet.com.

In addition to the all-new class advancements, the La Tale’s HEROES expansion also includes a magnitude of additional in-game content which consist of 38 new quests to complete, new dungeons to explore and new character titles to help express your awesomeness. If that doesn’t make you jump into La Tale right this second, the HEROES expansion also improves on La Tale’s game mechanics and functionality. Some of these amazing new features include character slot expansion, 2nd jump functionality to get those hard to reach places, improved guild system and more.

Watch the La Tale Gameplay Trailer here.

La Tale’s Main Features:

• Cute Anime Graphics: Cute, anime-inspired visuals in a side-scrolling console game style.
• Customizable Characters: Unique avatars that can be customized with all kinds of fashion items, equipment and pets.
• 6 Class Types with a Multitude of Subclasses: Choose from the basic classes of Warrior, Explorer, Knight, Engineer, and Wizard, and advance your character to pick from a ton of subclasses like the Dragoon, Duelist, Minstrel, and much more.
• PvP: Engage in duels, or participate in PvP in the Elias Fight Arena to earn PvP-specific items and skills.

LaTale Overview
Be part of an exciting story that unfolds all around you while you define your own unique path. The elegantly designed world is full of beauty, romance and intrigue. A rich palate of swords, sorcery, science, art, music and the paranormal are combined to make engaging and unique fantasy world like no other. It is up to you to craft your tale upon the breathtaking backgrounds and exciting storyline that is La Tale.

The story centers itself around the heroic beauty Iris. Her journey and mysterious disappearance serve to propel you on your own exciting adventures. Find your own footsteps intertwined with hers as you uncover clues and create your own lasting legacy.

Your journey begins in the Kingdom of Elias as a quest starts you down a long road filled with magical lands and dangerous enemies. Stones of Iris guide your way and hold the great truths that lie at the heart of La Tale’s rich story.

Sign up and play Tales Runner’s for free now at http://latale.ogplanet.com.

Players can also join the friendly and helpful La Tale community on Facebook or on Twitter to stay up-to-date on all the latest La Tale announcements, updates, events, contests and more!

About OGPlanet
Headquartered in Torrance, California, OGPlanet is a leading publisher in North America and Europe of free-to-play, multiplayer, online games. OGPlanet offers a wide range of game titles, such as Uncharted Waters Online, SD Gundam Capsule Fighter Online, Tales Runner, La Tale, Heva Clonia Online, Heroes of the Realm, Red Stone, and soon Dizzel. For more information, visit http://www.ogplanet.com.

PlayStation®4 adds Foxtel Play to entertainment offering The latest addition to  the ever-growing suite of digital entertainment services on Australia’s leading next-gen console

Sydney, 1^st May, 2014 – Sony Computer Entertainment Australia (SCE. Aust) is pleased to announce Foxtel Play has today launched on PlayStation®4 (PS4™), Australia’s number one selling next generation home console[1].

Following its recent launch on PlayStation®3 (PS3™), Foxtel Play is the latest addition to the already impressive portfolio of digital entertainment services available on the PlayStation 4 system, which already includes Music Unlimited, Video Unlimited, Quickflix, IGN, and VidZone. With the arrival of Foxtel Play, PS4 owners can take advantage of Foxtel’s amazing expanse of programming that ranges from drama, entertainment, documentary and movie channels live or on catch-up.

“Following a hugely successful PlayStation 4 launch in Australia, we’ve been committed to bringing the best entertainment services to our digital savvy consumers,” said Michael Ephraim, Managing Director, Sony Computer Entertainment Australia. “Foxtel Play on PS4 is a fantastic addition for families to enjoy from the ever-expanding suite of services.”

Foxtel Chief Operating Officer, Rohan Lund, said, “Foxtel is pleased to bring access to Foxtel Play to PlayStation 4 fans after only one month since its arrival on PlayStation 3.  We are continuing to up the ante across the number of ways people can view Foxtel Play, and PlayStation 4 is an excellent platform to make our next generation console debut on.”

Foxtel Play is available now to Australian PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4 owners.

ENDS 

[1] Cumulative next generation unit sales from November launch up to week ending 20^th April 2014; The NPD Group Australia

HYPERDIMENSION NEPTUNIA: PRODUCING PERFECTION TO HIT AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND IN JUNE!

NIS America is proud to announce that the idol simulator Hyperdimension Neptunia™: Producing Perfection is set to release for the PlayStation®Vita system in Australia and New Zealand on June 5 in both retail form and on PSN! Developed by IDEA FACTORY, COMPILE HEART, and the acclaimed idols game developer, TAMSOFT, the fan-favorite Hyperdimension Neptunia CPUs are back, and this time it is your job to guide them to become Gamindustri’s most popular up-and-coming idols!

About the game:
The player takes on the role of the main character, who’s been summoned to Gamindustri and is immediately hired by one of the four CPUs—Neptune, Noire, Blanc, and Vert—to be their producer and manage their idol careers. Get your training wheels on, ladies, because a new producer is in town and the fate of Gamindustri hangs in the balance! Will you be able to properly raise these CPUs into idols, or will their citizens be stolen away from them by the popular idol group MOB-48!? Teach these girls to sing, dance, and properly promote themselves to the general populace thanks in part to your expertise in training video game idols back on Earth. As the girls’ popularity rises, they will be able to join one another in singing duets, or maybe even come together for a full ensemble! 

Key features:
Prove your producer prowess: Show you’re the perfect producer for your CPU idols by choosing their daily activities, boosting stats with different lessons and increasing their fanbase through PR events.

Getting to know you: Enjoy the zany Neptunia cast as they talk your ears off in event scenes!

Lights, camera, moe!: Make your CPUs the most popular idols in Gamindustri with crazy concerts, mixing up stage effects and camera angles to really get the crowd pumped up!

Dress you up in nice gloves: In Viewer Mode, you can interact with CPUs, and customize their outfits, creating the most outlandish looks you can think of!

Click here to watch the official trailer for Hyperdimension Neptunia™: Producing Perfection : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P76XuEHHEqM

About Nis America

In 2003, NIS America was established in Southern California to bring exciting, one-of-a-kind Japanese culture to North America.
NIS America’s team members devote themselves to the fans. Their respect for their fans is at the heart of everything they do.  As an established entertainment publisher in the U.S., NIS America is committed to continuous growth and improvement.

NIS America is a subsidiary of Nippon Ichi Software, Inc., a Japanese company famous for its unique line of strategy RPGs with titles such as Disgaea, Phantom Brave, and Makai Kingdom. NIS America has also become a publisher of Japanese anime titles, such as Toradora!, anohana: The Flower We Saw That Day, and Natsume’s Book of Friends.

PLAYSTATION®4 (PS4™) ADDS ANTICIPATED FEATURES THAT ENHANCE THE SYSTEM’S SOCIAL CAPABILITIES AND OVERALL GAMING EXPERIENCE 

System Software Update v1.70 to Enable Rich Video Editor, Expand SHARE Capabilities, Provide More Immediate Access to Games Pre-Ordered from PS Store and Much More  

PlayStation®Vita System Software Update v3.15 and PlayStation®App update v1.70 to Deliver Greater Integration with the PS4 system

SYDNEY, 1^st May, 2014 – Sony Computer Entertainment Australia (SCE Aust.) is pleased to announce that system software update version 1.70 for PlayStation®4 (PS4™)system is now live.  The 1.70 update delivers new features that expand the social connectivity options and make it easier for gamers to share their experiences in a more meaningful way.  In addition, the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita)system software has recently been updated to deepen integration and improve compatibility with the PS4 system. Similarly the Playstation®App has been updated in tandem with the PS4 system software update.  These updates will further strengthen the PS4 system by adding a host of new features and enhancements, many of them highly-anticipated and requested.

“We’re immensely proud of the current success of PS4, having already built a community of over 7 million gamers worldwide,” said Patrick Lagana, Head of Product Marketing, Sony Computer Entertainment Australia.  “Our commitment to gamers is at the heart of our success, and this update is another great example of that.  We have listened to our community and delivered the most highly anticipated and requested features.  Being the most socially connected console is very important to us and with this update, we are confident of achieving that and creating a unique and exciting experience.”

Highlights for the 1.70 update include:

Edit and Share Best Gameplay Moments with SHAREfactory™

Once PS4 owners update to system software version 1.70, they will be able to elevate their game sharing by downloading the new SHAREfactory app, the PS4 system’s rich video editor that allows users to easily customize their gameplay videos with special effects including filters, transitions and themes.   SHAREfactory provides access to a robust suite of tools to personalize videos by adding text and video commentary with picture-in-picture capability using PlayStation®Camera.  PS4 owners can also add a custom soundtrack to their videos using the included audio tracks or by importing their original music. With this rich set of features, SHAREfactory enables players to create a polished compilation of their most epic gaming moments to share with their friends and social networks.

Get Games Faster with Automatic Downloading for Pre-ordered Games

Immediacy and streamlined access to content is a core part of the PS4 experience, with existing features such as “Play As You Download.” Shortly following the 1.70 update, players will have the ability to automatically download select games pre-ordered from PlayStation®Store prior to the release, so it’s ready to play as soon as the game launches.  When the auto-download feature is enabled, the game will automatically download up to several days in advance of launch.  As the release date approaches, a new countdown timer will appear to show how much time remains, until the content is released and accessible.

More Flexibility for Gameplay Captures with HDCP Off

The 1.70 update addresses one of the most highly requested features from PS4 users by introducing the option for PS4 users to disable High-bandwidth Digital Copy Protection (HDCP) for games. This enables PS4 games to be output through HDMI to an external capture device for more flexibility when capturing gameplay, including longer recorded and live streamed sessions.

Easily Share Captured Videos, Screenshots or Edited Videos with USB Export Option

The ability to export captured videos, screenshots or edited SHAREfactory videos by pressing the DUALSHOCK®4 controller’s SHARE button to USB drive will also be added, allowing users to share their proudest, most heroic gaming moments with the world on the social video platforms of their choice.

Watch Live Broadcasts in HD or View Broadcasts Later with Archiving Support

With the upcoming update, users will have the option to broadcast their gameplay in 720p HD resolution and archive their broadcasts via Twitch and Ustream.

Additional features and updates introduced with system software v1.70 include:

• DUALSHOCK 4: Brightness settings for the light bar will be available in Bright, Medium and Dim, accessible in the Settings menu.  Users also will have the option to control the on-screen keyboard using the DUALSHOCK 4 controller’s touchpad, with inputs registered by clicking the touchpad or pressing the X button.
• PlayStation Store: Alternative Payment Methods (APMs) will be introduced for content purchased within PS Store, including PayPal support.
• SHARE: Updated settings will allow users to upload screenshots or video clips during a live broadcast, change the default recording time for gameplay captures, and select only the specific screenshots and video clips they want to save on their PS4 system.  In addition, users will have more control with the privacy of their uploaded SHARE videos or screenshots on Facebook, with the ability to select the audience to whom the upload will be visible.
• Friends: Find Friends more easily and send requests with the ability to search Friends-of-Friends, view Mutual Friends on another user’s profile, and accept Friend requests directly from the Friends list.
• Trophies: Trophies will be able to be sorted by rarity from the Options menu.
• PlayStation Camera: PlayStation Camera will respond to additional voice commands, enabling users to launch select installed apps.
• Music Unlimited: PS4 users with a subscription to Music Unlimited will be able to share songs by pressing the SHARE button on the DUALSHOCK 4 controller.

PS Vita 3.15 Update

The PS Vita system has recently received a system software update to version 3.15 with the same timing as the PS4 1.70 update, adding some key feature enhancements that will strengthen the connectivity and integration between the PS Vita and PS4 systems.   The 3.15 update enables Automatic Device Registration, which has automatically paired the devices when both systems are online and the same user is signed in to both, making it even easier to link a PS Vita system with a PS4 system for Remote Play and other second screen features.

PlayStation App 1.70 Update

The PlayStation App for smartphones and tablets, available free on the App Store and Google Play, is also set to receive an update to version 1.70 within the same launch window as both the PS4 and PS Vita system software updates.  The update will add push notifications and allows users to change their profile picture by uploading from their mobile device’s photo library or taking a photo using their device’s camera.  In addition, Friend requests will be able to be sent via email and text messages, making it more convenient and easier to add Friends and grow your network. The PlayStation App will also support iPad resolution with the update to 1.70.

For more information about the PlayStation 4 system, PlayStation Vita system, PlayStation App and the full list of features added with their updates, please visit: www.au.playstation.com.