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Ancients’ Wrath Unleashes Across Multiple Star Systems in Newly Announced EVERSPACE 2 Expansion

EVERSPACE 2 team announces new expansion for their award winning space looter-shooter RPG that adds multiple new star systems to explore in addition to a new player ship as well as a new campaign and side missions.

Hamburg, Germany – January 27, 2025 — ROCKFISH Games has announced a massive new expansion for their award-winning space looter-shooter RPG. EVERSPACE 2: Wrath of the Ancients continues the EVERSPACE 2 story, adding new star systems to explore and expanding existing star systems with new side quests. The expansion will be available on SteamGOGXbox, and PlayStation when it launches later this Spring.

Watch the EVERSPACE 2: Wrath of the Ancient Announcement Trailer below.

Players will be able to pilot a new ship to battle against alien enemies and ancient threats in an all-new story set after the events of EVERSPACE 2. Mysterious attacks have laid waste to human settlements in Cluster 34, destabilizing factions in power and stranding survivors. With this destruction, the uneasy peace between humankind and Okkar is threatened—space pilots will venture into the Okkar Homeworlds to discover the truth behind the threat before war reignites the DMZ. 

During the events of Wrath of the Ancients, warp gates open to four new fully explorable star systems including the Okkar homeworlds and Aethon, adding even more secrets throughout Cluster 34. These new star systems will be packed with new enemies, weapons, and gear to discover.

“Our community keeps asking when they can finally explore Aethon and the answer is soon! EVERSPACE 2: Wrath of the Ancients massively expands the universe of the EVERSPACE series, giving pilots more star systems to explore, more enemies to battle, and a new ship that changes the game. Players who want to discover more of Cluster 34 have a lot to look forward to,” said ROCKFISH Games CEO and co-founder Michael Schade. “Over the coming months, we’ll be sharing all kinds of reveals for Wrath of the Ancients on our social channels and streams. Stay tuned space pilots!” 

EVERSPACE 2 is available on PlayStation, Xbox, SteamGOG, and the Microsoft Store for $49.99 / €49.99 / £44.99 / ¥6930. EVERSPACE 2 is fully voiced in English and German and currently localized in thirteen languages, including English, Brazilian Portuguese, Czech, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, and Spanish. 

Follow EVERSPACE 2 on FacebookInstagramXTik Tok, and Bluesky. Join the community Discord for the latest development news. Every second Friday, the ROCKFISH Games team shows off content from their latest EVERSPACE 2 dev build on the ROCKFISH Games Twitch and YouTube channel from 8 pm to 10 pm CET / 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm ET / 11:00 am to 1:00 pm PT. Viewers are encouraged to bring their EVERSPACE questions to ask the dev team. 

About ROCKFISH Games GmbH

ROCKFISH Games is an independent game studio specializing in cutting-edge space action RPGs for PC and consoles. Industry veterans Michael Schade and Christian Lohr founded ROCKFISH Games to create a new breed of adrenalin-filled adventures for space shooter fans through their acclaimed EVERSPACE IP. After spending over two decades as joint entrepreneurs in the 3D graphics and mobile gaming space, Schade and Lohr built ROCKFISH Games from the ground up alongside their former team of veteran talents to the current studio of 30 game developers and community experts from across the industry over the past ten years.

Using Kickstarter to build a new community in 2015, ROCKFISH Games reached a runaway success with EVERSPACE, which has sold over three million copies on PC and consoles. Building on this success and propelled by yet another wildly successful Kickstarter campaign in 2019, ROCKFISH Games is dedicated to crafting a compelling next-gen single-player open-world space shooter experience that is driven by quality storytelling while being highly accessible at the beginning and yet deep in its gameplay mechanics to appeal to casual as well as hardcore space action aficionados from around the globe with EVERSPACE 2.

Legendary Monkey, King Sun Wukong Brings Lunar New Year Celebrations to World of Warships: Legends

The February update sees “Journey to the West” themed content for Lunar New Year, another campaign featuring an all-new battleship, and the addition of a Legendary tier light cruiser to the Bureau

AUSTIN, TX (January 27, 2025) – Wargaming, the developer and publisher of the leading cross-platform naval multiplayer game World of Warships: Legends, is celebrating Lunar New Year. Bringing the renowned Chinese novel “Journey to the West” to life, the iconic Monkey King, Sun Wukong headlines Lunar New Year, coming to the game via Commander guise, alongside the addition of a completely new Japanese cruiser Tokachi. This Legendary February update also delivers a brand-new campaign “Rose of Picardy” with a new French battleship, plus a Legendary Tier Pan-Asian light cruiser in the Bureau, a new historical event, and a boatload more content for players to enjoy.

Embark on a Journey with Sun Wukong to Reign in Lunar New Year

Marking the Lunar New Year, World of Warships: Legends is bringing its own version of the famous novel “Journey to the West” to the high seas. The legendary Monkey King, Sun Wukong, has been adapted as a Commander guise, and is joined by Pan-Asian Tier VII Premium cruiser Wukong, packing extraordinary power to capture the essence of the immortal demon. Other famous characters from the classic novel have also been reimagined as ship skins for World of Warships: Legends, including Zhu Bajie, Sha Wujing, and Tan Sanzang.

The Lunar New Years of yesteryear are also being celebrated, as previously released content will be available for anyone who missed out, including the Celestial Guardian Commander guise. There’s even the chance to gain a completely new ship with Japanese Tier VI Premium cruiser Tokachi. Both the new and old content will be available via special Lunar New Year ‘25 crates, which can be purchased from the Store or earned via the main campaign, the new ‘Journey to the West’ mission, or special missions for select Pan-Asian and Japanese ships.

Rose of Picardy Campaign Sets Sail with New French Battleship

A new battleship is on the horizon for players to unlock, as those who complete the “Rose of Picardy” campaign can unlock French Tier VII Premium battleship Picardie. This versatile vessel comes loaded with 16 guns, a powerful secondary battery equipped with improved accuracy and penetration, and a Main Battery Reload Booster consumable to keep the devastating firepower coming. This esteemed ship can be earned by completing the campaign’s 100 milestones across five weeks with an active Admiralty Backing, with a catch-up mechanic available for any missed challenges.

A Legendary Tier Ship Comes to the Bureau

Rounding out February’s update is the addition of Pan-Asian Legendary tier light cruiser Jinan available for research in the Bureau. Jinan is equipped with 20 powerful and stealthy deep-water torpedoes, quick maneuverability, and speed on her side, making her a force to be reckoned with. Alongside the ship, players can also receive The Four Elements skin for Jinan, Pan-Asian Commander Chen Shaokuan, and various resources. Plus, the Jinan flag will be available through the “Journey to the West” mission.
Players can also dive into themed missions and historical ships with the “Across the Java Sea” event, tackle the third season of Fleet Cup, and enjoy three new seasons of Ranked Battles, along with an array of adjustments and quality-of-life improvements.

You can find the full patch notes here.

About World of Warships: Legends

Experience epic naval action in World of Warships: Legends, a massively multiplayer online game where you can master the seas in history’s greatest warships! Recruit Legendary Commanders from maritime history, upgrade your vessels, and stake your claim to naval supremacy with or against players from around the world in thrilling and immersive battles.
World of Warships: Legends brings the online naval action loved by millions to home consoles and mobile for the very first time, alongside a host of content and features exclusive to the console experience.
Official website: https://wowslegends.com/
 
One franchise – multiple platforms

After the successful launch of World of Warships on PC, its unique gameplay and design has been adapted to bring free massive naval battles to other platforms with World of Warships: Legends available on PlayStation, Xbox and mobile devices and World of Warships Blitz on iOS and Android mobile devices.

Official website: http://www.worldofwarships.com
 
About Wargaming

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices around the world, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, Vilnius, Belgrade, and Kyiv. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of TanksWorld of Tanks BlitzWorld of WarshipsWorld of Warships: Legends, and World of Warships Blitz.

Warner Bros. Games Announces Official PC Modding Support for Hogwarts Legacy with Creator Kit and Downloadable Mods Coming Jan. 30

CurseForge Platform to Manage Publishing of Mods to Game

Warner Bros. Games today announced that for the first time, it will officially support PC modding with the critically acclaimed open-world action RPG Hogwarts Legacy. Beginning Jan. 30, Steam and Epic Games Store players can download the latest patch to easily access and download available mods directly from the main menu in the game, and those who want to create their own mods can do so with the Hogwarts Legacy Creator Kit available for free on the Epic Games Store.

CurseForge, one of the world’s largest repository of mods and addons for video games, will be hosting and moderating the Hogwarts Legacy mods. The Hogwarts Legacy Creator Kit will support modding new quests, dungeons, and character enhancements such as cosmetics and skins. The mods can then be submitted through the CurseForge platform to be published in the game.

Providing details on the integrated modding system, Hogwarts Legacy developer Avalanche Software conjured up a new video that discusses what players can expect and showcases some of the studio’s favorite mods that will be available when the feature launches next month. Highlighted in the video is the “Dungeon of Doom” mod, a dungeon packed with combat and hidden secrets, as well as all-new broom replacement mods, expanded character creation, outfit customization and more.

Official Hogwarts Legacy– PC Modding Update

A Steam or Epic Games Store account linked to a Warner Bros. Games account will be required to access official Hogwarts Legacy mods. Players can link their accounts now.  

Published by Warner Bros. Games under the Portkey Games label and developed by Avalanche Software, Hogwarts Legacy is an immersive, action, open-world role-playing-game set in the 1800s wizarding world. Beginning as a fifth year, players will embark on a journey through new and familiar locations, explore and discover magical beasts, craft potions, master spell casting, upgrade talents and customize their character to become the witch or wizard they want to be.

Hogwarts Legacy, the critically acclaimed, #1 selling new release of 2023,* has sold more than 30 million copies. It is available for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC and on Nintendo Switch. 

To learn more about Hogwarts Legacy, please visit HogwartsLegacy.com.

The Hogwarts Legacy Creator Kit was developed by Certain Affinity in close collaboration and partnership with Avalanche Software. The Creator Kit is only available in English.

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About Warner Bros. Games

Warner Bros. Games, Inc., is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all platforms, including console, handheld, mobile and PC-based gaming for both internal and third-party game titles.

About Portkey Games
Portkey Games, from Warner Bros. Games, is the games label dedicated to creating new Wizarding World mobile and video game experiences that place the player at the center of their own adventure, inspired by J.K. Rowling’s original stories. Portkey Games offers players the opportunity to make their own narrative choices and engage with the Wizarding World setting to create new and unique experiences. The label was created to bring gamers and fans new gaming experiences that allow them to delve into the magic of the Wizarding World in immersive ways where they can define their own Wizarding World story.

About Avalanche Software

Established in 1995 in Salt Lake City, Avalanche Software has been creating interactive experiences for fans of the world’s largest franchises for over two decades. The studio joined Warner Bros. Games in 2016 and was the lead developer on Hogwarts Legacy, an open world, action RPG set in the Wizarding World.

About CurseForge For Studios

CurseForge, which is operated by Overwolf, is one of the world’s largest platforms for mods and gaming communities with an extensive library of mods, ad-ons, and community-driven content across popular games including Minecraft, World of Warcraft, ARK: SA, and others. CurseForge for Studios elevates this experience by providing game studios with tools and services designed to harness the power of UGC to enhance player engagement, extend the lifespan of games, and drive revenue. Key features include cross-platform modding via Overwolf’s SDK, content moderation to ensure safety, and robust creator support through monthly payments, contests, and hackathons.

About Certain Affinity

Certain Affinity, a Keywords studio, was founded in 2006 with a goal of creating innovative, top-quality action games. It brings together an exceptionally talented group to form one of the largest AAA co-development studios in North America. The company is headquartered in Austin, Texas, with a second, award-winning studio in Toronto, Canada. Certain Affinity is credited in over 40 titles across more than 17 world-class franchises, with 150+ veterans from dozens of AAA game studios.

HOGWARTS LEGACY software © 2025 Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Developed by Avalanche. WIZARDING WORLD and HARRY POTTER Publishing Rights © J.K. Rowling. PORTKEY GAMES, HOGWARTS LEGACY, WIZARDING WORLD AND HARRY POTTER characters, names, and related indicia © and ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.

KOEI TECMO’S OPEN-WORLD ACTION RPG RISE OF THE RONIN IS SET TO BE RELEASED ON STEAM ON 11TH MARCH 2025

Pre-orders for this Bakumatsu era samurai action game are now available on Steam!

Hertfordshire, 3rd February 2025 – Today, KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Team NINJA announced their highly-acclaimed open-world action RPG, Rise of the Ronin, will be available to purchase on Windows PC via Steam® on 11th March 2025. Originally released for PlayStation®5, the epic Bakumatsu era tale takes players on a historic journey where a masterless warrior, a ronin, must fight to forge their own destiny through the chaos of war and political unrest. The upcoming Steam® version will support various PC features, including ultra-wide monitor combability, 8K resolution, 120 fps, 3D audio, and more.

Rise of the Ronin takes place in 1863 Japan where, after three centuries of the Tokugawa Shogunate’s reign, the Black Ships of the West descend upon the nation’s borders and the country falls into a state of turmoil. With Japan’s fate now in the hands of a ronin, players will encounter various historical figures. The countless choices they make, such as whether to assassinate or to protect key political figures like anti-Sogunate leader Ryoma Sakamoto, will not only shape their destiny, but also the multiple endings found in the game.

Throughout their epic journey, players will wield a variety of melee weapons, such as katana, spear and odachi, as well as long-ranged weapons like guns and bows depending on the situation they face. Fans will be able to customise their weapons, allowing them to adapt their combat style to the possibilities offered by the game. By adapting to enemy types and weapons, players will experience a wide variety of combat strategies and tactics and engage with Rise of the Ronin’s accessible yet deep combat system.

In addition, the PC version of Rise of the Ronin includes new exclusive features:

  • 8K resolution support
  • DirectX 12 Ultimate support
  • Ultra-wide and super ultra-wide monitor compatibility
  • 120fps support
  • Ray tracing support
  • 3D audio support
  • Customisable keyboard and mouse controls
  • AMD Fidelity FX Super Resolution support
  • NVIDIA DLSS and Reflex support
  • UI menu with mouse click ability
  • Intel XeSS graphics technology support

Players can now pre-order the game on Steam®. Everyone who purchases the game before 2nd April will receive an early purchase bonus which includes four combat styles; Hayabusa-ryu for katana, Hayabusa-ryu for naginata, Nioh-ryu for katana and Aisu Kage-ryu for katana, the Iga Ninja armour set, and the Iga Ninja’s katana.

Rise of the Ronin is set to be released on 11th March 2025 on Windows PC via Steam®. For more information, visit the official website*, Like us on Facebook, Join us on the KOEI TECMO Europe Discord server, and Follow us on Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). * The French, Spanish, German and Italian websites will be live at a later date.

ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warriors series, the fan-favourite NINJA GAIDEN and fighting entertainment title DEAD OR ALIVE. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of Gust, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com

©KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. All rights reserved. Team NINJA is a trademark of KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. The KT logo is a trademark of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD.

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Taking the last corner – JDM: Japanese Drift Master release date announced!

Warsaw – January 27th, 2025 – After several years in active development, JDM: Japanese Drift Master will finally unlock the doors to the winding, mountain roads, scenic rural streets and city highways.  This highly anticipated, simcade racing game, focused on drifting through modern Japanese streets will be released on Steam, GoG and Epic Store on March 26th, 2025!

JDM: Japanese Drift Master takes the players to an open-world, fictional Japanese prefecture – Guntama. It spans over 250 km in main roads and features the most famous tourist landmarks, as well as legendary car enthusiast spots, mixed together to create one cohesive and stunning world. From the recreation of the Himeji Castle to our Guntama’s own Daikoku parking area, whether you’re a racing fan or just want to drive through Japanese roads – you’ll always find something exciting to do!

An engaging story

You will follow the story of Touma, a Polish driver who dreams of making a name for himself on the local street racing scene. With some help from his Japanese friends, he dives deep into the competition but quickly learns that fierce rivals are standing in his way. Will he manage to reach the top? Drama, action, and even love await the players.

The story in JDM: Japanese Drift Master is told through in-game events and a manga (Japanese comic book), meticulously drawn by our internal art team. Each time the player takes part in an event, pages of the comic book will lead them in or build up the narrative for what’s next to come.

Licensed Cars

There can’t be a racing game, without beautiful and fast cars! The players will find fully licensed Nissan, Mazda, Subaru cars at their disposal and we’re not done with our announcements yet! Stay tuned for more information in the future. 

Each car can be upgraded, both mechanically and visually. From installing a new ECU to adding that over-the-top bōsōzoku exhaust – it’s all in the game! Tuning a car is simple and clear and if the players  really want to push their cars to the limit, the most advanced parts will unlock fine tuning – every single car in the game can be adjusted to be a grip or drift beast or an all ‘rounder if that’s the desired preference.

Simcade Experience

JDM: Japanese Drift Master is a simcade racer, with a solid simulation backbone and arcade layers added on top for a fun and enjoyable experience. Expect each car to behave differently on the street, to feel the weight of it when going into a corner or trying to break at a high speed. Driving physics were very important for us from the beginning and we believe we found a perfect balance between fun and challenge coming from driving a car in real life.

We also have good news for simracers and car enthusiasts – we’re constantly adding presets for driving wheels and the plethora of simdriving hardware available on the market to the game. We’re also building a robust key binding feature, where you will be able to set-up basically anything you have hooked up to your PC, for any hardware that we just didn’t have the man-capacity to create a plug and play preset to. It will be available at player’s disposal on the day of the game’s launch. If you’re a controller or a keyboard player, don’t fret, the game will be as enjoyable on them as playing on a steering wheel!

JDM: Japanese Drift Master is a single-player, narrative driven, racing experience. Developed on Unreal Engine 5. The game launches on Steam, GoG, and Epic Store on  March 26th, 2025, so mark your calendars and dust off your controllers, it’s time to conquer the roads of Japan!  

Demo-prologue

You can now play the free demo-prologue of JDM: Rise of the Scorpion. This is a unique opportunity to try out the first elements of our game before the full release in Spring 2025. The prologue features dynamic racing, realistic driving physics, licensed cars and a unique introduction to the storyline of the full version of JDM.

Play now on STEAM: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1364930/JDM_Rise_of_the_Scorpion
Play now on EPIC: https://store.epicgames.com/p/japanese-drift-master-jdm-rise-of-the-scorpion-b0ced8
Play now on GOGhttps://www.gog.com/game/jdm_rise_of_the_scorpion

Gaming Factory is responsible for developing JDM: Japanese Drift Master and is working with 4Divinity on the global release of the title. More information about the game can be found on Steam, Epic, GOG, and the official website.

Gaming Factory

The company was founded in 2017. Its main goal is to find unique game ideas, support creative indie developers, and help them at every production stage.

4Divinity

4Divinity is a digital and retail games publishing company focused on bringing exciting games content from around the world to Asia and introducing Asian content to a global market. Along with its sister company Epicsoft Asia, 4Divinity is partnering with publishers and development studios to introduce brand-new IP to the region.

The Name Changes, But The Legacy Stays The Same: Vampire Dynasty Becomes Vampires: Bloodlord Rising

‘Revamping a Vampire’An Upgraded Look, A New Name and Where Dark Beauty and Chilling Detail Come to Life

Oberhaching, Germany, January 27, 2025 – Development studio Mehuman Games and Publisher Toplitz Productions are pleased to reveal the updated look and new name for their horror themed story-driven sandbox action adventure, formerly known as Vampire Dynasty..

Together with the new name Vampires: Bloodlord Rising, developer Mehuman Games reveals an updated look at the game’s visuals, upgraded character design and other enhancements that have gone into the creative process of bringing the game’s characters to life within the murky and mysterious world of Sangavia.

“The deeper we went into the development, the more it became clear to us, that the content with its story focus and the strong implementation of action-adventure elements doesn’t cater to the expectations neither players nor ourselves have of a Dynasty game”,  comments Robin Gibbels, Head of Producing at Toplitz Productions. “While we remain committed to the quality of the content and the gamedesign and didn’t change any of these elements, with the new name it is clear that these vampires are not standing on anybody’s shoulders and will fight for their rightful place in the open world of Sangavia.”  

The progress the game made in all areas since its last public showing is mostly noticeable with the updated look of Dragos, the game’s main vampire protagonist who gets a more virile and haunting appearance, including a complete overhaul to his attire. Gone are the long flowing locks and beard, now replaced with a more chiseled clean cut design to show off his fearsome features. 

Vampires: Bloodlord Rising has in recent months made visual improvements to various materials and textures including the building elements that players will utilize to build their own custom Vampire castle. An improved lighting system to the entire game has been introduced along with a totally overhauled onscreen UI system. Level appearance has also undergone visual improvements including even the smaller details such as the appearance of grass, water and even fog behavior, all benefiting from upgraded visuals.

Gameplay elements have also been expanded in Vampires: Bloodlord Rising, with a particular focus on managing subjects. From now on, the player will be able to romance transformed vampires, send them to hunt, and even perform powerful rituals!

The choice of being good or evil is a path players will need to decide, since this path shapes character development, even influencing how Dragos’ facial features evolve. Ultimately, they’ll decide who will fall prey to his vampire bite, guided by the gossip and secrets they uncover.

Vampires: Bloodlord Rising will be released into Early Access in 2025. Developer Mehuman Games will be revealing more of the game’s updates in further devlogs and insights it will share across Steam in the months ahead.

For all the latest information on the game head over to the game’s official page on Steam, where it can be wishlisted today.

About Mehuman Games

Mehuman Games is a team of nearly twenty professionals – from artists to gameplay designers to programmers. At the heart of this passionate group are members of the former Movie Games Lunarium – the studio responsible for the undeniably successful games Lust from Beyond and Lust for Darkness. Currently we are combining our passion for telling unique stories with the latest technological solutions of the Unreal 5 engine to venture into the opportunities of combining epic storytelling with open world sandbox gameplay.

About Toplitz Productions

The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with “heart & soul” for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.

TOWER OF GOD: NEW WORLD UNLEASHES THE BRAND-NEW ‘FAMILY HEAD CLASH’ UPDATE, INTRODUCING [FAMILY HEAD] GUSTANG

LOS ANGELESJANUARY 24, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has announced a new update for its collectible RPG, Tower of God: New World, continuing its 1.5th Anniversary celebration. Players can experience a new teammate, various events and other diverse content. 

The latest update introduces the Ten Great Families grade teammate, [Family Head] Gustang (Red Element, Mage, Wave Controller), who is one of the Tower’s strongest Wave Controllers. [Family Head] Gustang is known for his unparalleled knowledge, and his ‘Banquet of the Blade’ skill that increases the Physical Pierce when enhanced. His ‘Secret Library’ passive skill appears in the middle of the battlefield each time he uses his Special Move. After applying the effects to all enemies, it evolves with additional effects at each stage.

Tower of God: New World continues its 1.5 Year Anniversary celebration with various events, available for limited time through February 12: 

  • 1.5th Anniversary! Family Head Clash! Faction Competition: Players can choose either Traumerei Faction or Gustang Faction to participate in this competition and take part in the Faction War Boss Battle to compete for the Flag. The winning Faction will receive various rewards including a special Title and Expirable Suspendiums.
  • 1.5th Anniversary! Family Head Gustang Advent Summon: Provides players a higher chance to acquire [Family Head] Gustang and multiple in-game items.  
  • 1.5th Anniversary Nonstop Reward Festival: Players will receive 1.5th Anniversary Nonstop SSR+ Limit Break Summon Tickets (max. 660) for clearing in-game missions.
  • Labyrinth of Memories [Gustang]: Check out Gustang’s hidden story and clear stages to earn a special Title, SSR Soulstones, and more rewards. 

In addition, the 2025 Happy New Year! Event will run from January 29 through February 1. Players can obtain a Happy New Year Chest when logging into the game during the event period, The chest contains special rewards such as a SSR+ Selection Chest, Revolution Ores, and more. The other 1.5th Anniversary events that have been available since January 16, including the Secret Floor Rate-up Event and the Ultimate Popularity Contest, are still available offering generous rewards. Players of Tower of God: New World can also enter coupon codes (TOG15HALFANNIV, PD2SPECIALGIFT, MEMORIES, ENKIDU and more) to receive an SSR+ Selection Chest and more rewards.

The new update introduces multiple mini-games and Tower Fun Run Event, as well as new seasons for Hell Train Arena. Players can also experience Adventure Floors 156 – 160 and Trial of Chaos and Trial of Origin No. 1200 Expansion.

Tower of God: New World is a collectible card game RPG based on “Tower of God,” a popular WEBTOON series that has surpassed 6 billion global views. In Tower of God: New World, players can take control of fan-favorite characters to ascend the Tower. Join Twenty-Fifth Bam – and more than 100 characters – as he fights his way through the Tower in gorgeous 3D animation that will make players feel like they have stepped into an anime world. Players will experience fast-paced battle mechanics while utilizing a unique Slot System that powers up a particular “slot” instead of a specific character. 

The game is now available on Google Play and the App Store while the PC version is available to download from Google Play Games Beta.

About Netmarble Corporation

Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling: ARISE, Seven Knights Idle Adventure, Tower of God: New World, Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

Gaijin Entertainment Expands Aces of Thunder with Legendary World War I Aircraft

Players will experience the very dawn of aerial warfare

Gaijin Entertainment is thrilled to announce that Aces of Thunder, the highly anticipated VR flight combat simulation game, will feature meticulously recreated aircraft from World War I in addition to the already announced World War II-era warbirds. Iconic fighters like the Fokker Dr.I, famously flown by the Red Baron himself, or the SPAD S.XIII, the favorite aircraft of René Fonck, Allies’ most decorated ace, will have authentically detailed cockpits, historically accurate weaponry, and realistic flight models, delivering an unparalleled and immersive gameplay experience.

Step into the boots of pioneering aviators and experience the dawn of aerial warfare. Aces of Thunder invites players to relive the epic dogfights between the Entente Powers and the Central Powers. Every maneuver in the sky channels the raw intensity of history, every takeoff fills the air with the exhilarating breeze of freedom under canvas wings. These wooden and fabric aircraft, with their open cockpits and mechanical instrumentation, showcase the craftsmanship and daring innovation of early aviation. Players will marvel at the visible springs and taut control cables stretching through the fuselage, a stark contrast to the more streamlined and concealed designs of WWII-era planes.

Unlike their WWII counterparts, World War I aircraft in Aces of Thunder feature fuselage-mounted machine guns, delivering a raw and direct combat experience. The simplicity and mechanical charm of these early war machines offer a gameplay style that is both accessible and deeply engaging, capturing the essence of an era where aviation was still in its infancy but already reshaping the battlefield.

Prepare for takeoff and relive the birth of air combat in Aces of Thunder. Follow the game social media to make sure you do not miss the release date reveal.

About Gaijin Entertainment

Gaijin Entertainment is the developer and publisher of the online games War Thunder, Crossout, Enlisted, CRSED: F.O.A.D. and Star Conflict as well as other PC, Mac, Linux, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, iOS and Android titles across several genres. The company’s diverse portfolio has received a range of mass media and game industry awards including such as Gamescom Award and many more. Official website: http://gaijinent.com/

Genshin Impact Version 5.4 “Moonlight Amidst Dreams” Launches February 12, 2025

SHANGHAI – HoYoverse is thrilled to announce that Genshin Impact Version 5.4, titled “Moonlight Amidst Dreams,” will launch on February 12, 2025. This enchanting update introduces the centuries-old Mikawa Flower Festival in Inazuma, a moment of peace and celebration amidst the action-packed world of Teyvat. Players will also welcome Yumemizuki Mizuki, a highly anticipated 5-star Anemo Catalyst user, to the playable roster.

Highlights of Version 5.4

Mikawa Flower Festival

Return to Inazuma for the Mikawa Flower Festival, where humans and youkai come together in a centuries-old tradition filled with joy and camaraderie. Travelers can look forward to:

  • Exciting Mini-Games: Participate in unique festival challenges, including a film editing contest, a multiplayer fishing event, and a thrilling combat challenge.
  • Special Appearance by Raiden Shogun: Celebrate with the Electro Archon in a heartwarming display of unity.

New Playable Character

  • Yumemizuki Mizuki:
    • 5-star Anemo Catalyst: A clinical psychologist with a calm demeanor, Mizuki excels in support roles, boosting her team’s Swirl DMG while providing healing.
    • Availability: Featured in the first phase of Event Wishes and will join the Standard Wish Banner starting Version 5.5.

Event Wishes

  • First Phase: Yumemizuki Mizuki and Sigewinne.
  • Second Phase: Furina and Wriothesley.

New Optimizations

  • Level-Up Plans: The Training Guide will now include Level-Up Plans, simplifying character development for new and experienced Travelers alike.

Mark Your Calendars for February 12

Celebrate the elegance and joy of the Mikawa Flower Festival and add Yumemizuki Mizuki to your team as Genshin Impact Version 5.4 brings new adventures, optimizations, and memories to share.

For more updates, visit: https://genshin.hoyoverse.com

About Genshin Impact

Developed by HoYoverse, Genshin Impact is an open-world action RPG offering an expansive world, dynamic gameplay, and immersive storytelling. The game is available on PC, PlayStation, and mobile platforms.

Red Solstice 2: Survivors Ultimate Edition Out Now, Globally on Consoles

CALABASAS, Calif. – January 24th, 2025: Leading video game publisher 505 Games and developer Ironward proudly announce that Red Solstice 2: Survivors Ultimate Edition is out now on consoles.

The sequel to the best-selling tactical game, Red Solstice, arrives on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One complete with all previously released DLCs, including new story lines, classes, maps and much more. 

Playable in both single-player, or co-op with up to three friends, Red Solstice 2: Survivors Ultimate Edition boasts over 150 different missions, with each featuring different mission types, including exploration, stealth, and survival.

Meanwhile the additional DLC packs deliver four new campaign stories, as well as 70 additional critical strike missions, which are added to the base game and campaigns. 

Players can expect to face new challenges as they plan their strategies and undertake missions in this tactical sci-fi RPG, which combines real-time strategy with real-time combat in the ultimate package. 

Key Features 

  • Real-Time Strategy controls: Plan your moves and issue orders to your squad in real time.  
  • Survival Strategy: Manage your resources, research new technologies, and build up your base to survive.  
  • Real Time Tactical Battlefield: Engage in intense combat with the mutant infestation.  
  • Combat Missions: Experience three different mission types.  
  • Three Mission Types: Over 15 main missions and more than 30 side missions included in the base game, with each having a different mission type (exploration, stealth, and survival).  
  • Unique Classes: Choose from a variety of classes to suit your playstyle.  
  • 4 Player Co-op: Play with up to 3 friends in online co-op.* 
  • Powerful Weapons: Wield a variety of powerful weapons to take down the mutants.  
  • Biomass Infestation: The biomass infestation is constantly evolving, so you’ll need to adapt your strategies accordingly. 

*Including cross play between PS5™ and PS4™ and cross play between Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One (cross platform cross play not included). 

The Ultimate Edition Includes: 

  • The base game.  
  • SKINS: The Red Solstice 2: Survivors Ultimate Edition includes the Frogsheoth Armor & Dragon in-game skins.   
  • HOWELL-BARREX INC: New campaign story, UBAS (Universal Bipedal Armoured System), Engineer Suit and new tech tree. Including 11 story and 5 secondary missions.  
  • CONDATIS GROUP: New campaign story, Psychic Suit, platoons, and new game feel. Including 10 story and 7 secondary missions.  
  • INSURGENTS: New campaign story, weapon modding and new tech tree. Including 13 story and 13 secondary missions.  
  • M.E.R.C.S.: New campaign story, drivable vehicles, and new tech tree. Including 10 story and 14 secondary missions.  
  • Over 70 additional critical strike missions added to the base game and campaigns.  
  • Additional 12 grand missions added (three per campaign). 

About 505 Games

505 Games, a Digital Bros’ subsidiary, is a global publisher focused on offering a broad selection of video games for players of all ages and skill levels.The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on console and PC platforms as well as mobile devices. Publishing highlights include DEATH STRANDING (PC), Control, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Ghostrunner, Gems of War, Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. 505 Games has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Italy, Australia, China and Japan. For more information on 505 Games and its products please visit www.505games.com.