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FROMSOFTWARE AND BANDAI NAMCO REVEAL ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN—A STANDALONE co-op ACTION SURVIVAL GAME

As Night Falls, We Risein a New ELDEN RING Adventure Created by FromSoftware and Coming to Consoles and PC in 2025

FromSoftware delves back into the world of ELDEN RING™ with ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN – a standalone multiplayer co-op action survival arriving in 2025. Three players can team up and take their chosen Nightfarers to battle against new terrors, and explore ever-changing maps to defeat increasingly challenging bosses and ultimately take on the Nightlord

Dec. 13, 2024 – The world of ELDEN RING™ is getting a standalone multiplayer co-op action survival game that challenges players to band together in order to defeat the Nightlord. Developed by FromSoftware, Inc. and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc., the upcoming game, ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN will thrust players into co-op multiplayer PVE combat against a harsh and unforgiving world. Teaming up in squads of three – or daring to go solo – they must outlast a three day-and-night cycle, making split decisions about combat and exploration across changing maps to become strong enough to take down terrifying bosses at the end of each day. ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN will launch in 2025 for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam®. Follow the latest information on the official website here: https://en.bandainamcoent.eu/elden-ring/elden-ring-nightreign

Players take on the night together in an all-new experience from the team at FromSoftware. ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN will be a multiplayer-focused return to Roundtable Hold, set in a universe parallel to the events of ELDEN RING. Players must choose from eight unique characters, each with their own unique abilities and powerful Ultimates. Their journeys take them to Limveld, where they will have to make split-second decisions when it comes to combat and exploration in the face of a night cycle that shrinks the map with the coming Night’s Tide. At the end of each night, players will face a powerful boss and, if victorious, awaken to bigger challenges. Each session will culminate in the third night when they must face off against the chosen Nightlord. Individuals can fight the night alone, but strength will come in numbers. Nightfarers must learn to cooperate to take down these challenges, combining their unique abilities together for an unparalleled experience in the ELDEN RING universe.  All is not lost for those who fall in defeat. Unsuccessful runs will grant players relics to allow them to customize and upgrade their characters tailored to their personal play styles.

ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN is unlike any experience created before by FromSoftware. In this condensed action RPG, players will never experience the same journey twice as enemies, rewards and Limvelditself are ever-shifting and evolving each session in the realm of the Nightlord, Defeating greater enemies and venturing into the more dangerous parts of the map will uncover more powerful weapons and greater Rune rewards. Find Sites of Grace to give each hero a chance to level up and gain crucial power. With each session-based adventure being akin to playing through an open-air dungeon, every journey provides an opportunity to grow lasting stat bonuses. Successful runs against the night bring players ever closer to defeating the realm of the Nightlord and unraveling the story behind each Hero in this parallel world.

For more information on ELDEN RING NIGHTREIGN and other titles from Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu.

About Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S. is a leading global publisher and developer of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is producing intellectual property for a global audience and is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, PARK BEYOND™ and UNKNOWN 9™ Awakening – developed by Reflector Entertainment based in Montreal, QC.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe serves as the Headquarters of Bandai Namco Holdings Inc. for mainland Europe, which is known for creating and publishing many of the Toy & Entertainment industry’s top franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TAMAGOTCHI™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, DARK SOULS™ and the recently released ELDEN RING™.

For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu.

The Witcher IV Revealed at The Game Awards!

CD PROJEKT RED proudly unveiled a first look at The Witcher IV — the first game in the new Witcher saga — at The Game Awards 2024 in Los Angeles with a cinematic trailer.

Snapshot:

  • The nearly six-minute trailer offers a first look at Ciri as the protagonist she takes on a witcher contract in a remote village terrorized for generations by a monster demanding ritual sacrifice.
  • The Witcher IV is being developed using customized Unreal Engine 5 technology; the cinematic trailer is pre-rendered in a custom build of Unreal Engine 5 on an unannounced NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPU.
  • A follow-up to one of the most acclaimed RPGs of all time, The Witcher IV aims to be the most immersive and ambitious open-world Witcher game to date.

During this year’s The Game Awards, CD PROJEKT RED offered a first look at The Witcher IV, previously known by its codename Polaris. The game, a successor to The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt — considered one of the most acclaimed games of all time — marks the beginning of a new Witcher saga with Ciri stepping into the role of the protagonist.

“We’re kicking off a brand-new Witcher saga, this time with Ciri as the heart of the story!” said Sebastian Kalemba, Game Director. “It feels so good to finally be able to say those words — for the longest time we knew that we wanted Ciri to be the protagonist of The Witcher IV; it just felt natural to us and we believe that Ciri deserves it. In this game we want to explore what it means to truly become a witcher by following Ciri on her Path. This trailer is a taste of both that, and just how dark and grounded the world of The Witcher can be.”

In the nearly six-minute trailer, viewers were introduced to Ciri, the adopted daughter of Geralt of Rivia, as she takes on a witcher contract in a remote village that has been terrorized for generations by a fearsome monster demanding human sacrifices. Framed as a short, self-contained Witcher story, the trailer showcases Ciri’s new abilities and tools, including a chain and advanced magic powers.

At the heart of the trailer is Ciri’s perspective as an outsider to the village. As the villagers say goodbye to one of their own — a young girl they are preparing for a traditional ritual sacrifice — Ciri chooses to intervene. Aiming to slay the beast and save the girl at the same time, Ciri finds herself at odds with the prejudices and superstitions of the people she tries to protect, leading her to confront a painful witcher lesson: that monsters come in all forms.

The trailer is pre-rendered in a custom build of Unreal Engine 5 on an unannounced NVIDIA GeForce RTX GPU. Powered by the same tech that The Witcher IV is built on, using assets and models from the game itself, it aims to provide players with a cinematic look at the kind of experience the game is aspiring to provide. The trailer was created through a close collaboration between CD PROJEKT RED and Platige Image, who are no strangers to The Witcher universe, having been responsible for intro cinematics in the previous installments of the series.

The Witcher IV is a single-player, open-world RPG from CD PROJEKT RED. At the start of a new saga, players take on the role of Ciri and embark on a journey through a brutal dark fantasy world. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, it aims to be the most immersive and ambitious open-world Witcher game to date.

For more information on The Witcher IV, please visit the official website. More information about The Witcher series can be found on the official website, X, and Facebook.

About The Witcher IV

The Witcher IV is an upcoming single-player open-world role-playing game from CD PROJEKT RED and the next mainline entry in The Witcher series of games, following the critically acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. At the beginning of a new saga, players take on the role of Ciri, a professional monster slayer, and embark on a journey through a brutal dark-fantasy world. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, and developed in-house by CD PROJEKT RED, it aims to be the most immersive and ambitious open-world Witcher game to date.

About CD PROJEKT RED

CD PROJEKT RED is a game development studio founded in 2002. It develops and publishes video games for PCs and video game consoles. The studio’s flagship titles include the futuristic RPG Cyberpunk 2077, its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty, and The Witcher series of games, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and its two expansions. In collaboration with Studio Trigger, CD PROJEKT RED also created the award-winning Netflix anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, set in the same universe as the game. Other games developed by the studio include Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales and GWENT: The Witcher Card Game. Together with GOG.COM, a game store offering hand-picked titles for PC and Mac, CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT Group. CD PROJEKT S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).

FROM THE CREATORS OF SIFU – REMATCH, AN ONLINE MULTIPLAYER FOOTBALL EXPERIENCE 

Sloclap Unveils Its Immersive Take on the World’s Most Popular Sport Coming in Summer 2025 to PC and Current-Gen Consoles

PARIS (Dec. 12, 2024) – NOTE OF INTENT FROM SLOCLAP: “Football is a beautiful game, a precise choreography of bodies in movement. At its core, this game is all about being in the right place, at the right time, and in the right dynamic. And then of course, executing perfectly. 

With Rematch, we’re trying to capture this essence of football and condense it in short, fast-paced 5v5 matches. We felt it was time for a new perspective on this beautiful game: closer to the pitch, closer to the players. The third person camera gives a unique immersion in the ebb and flow of the match: the ball moving away and coming closer, the waves of offense and defense … this is what it feels like to actually play football. 

Like real football, we want Rematch to be a highly cooperative game. Fundamentally, Rematch is about the joy of playing football with friends, of being together in a team. It’s about putting your team first, and how it can be more satisfying to serve the perfect assist than to actually score oneself. We look forward to meeting players on the pitch very soon.” 

The Rematch debut trailer, released today, showcases arcade-inspired online gameplay.

Rematch is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and PC next year. Set in vibrant virtual reality arenas, the gameplay flows with no fouls and no offsides, and the action never stops. Players control only one player on the team in an immersive third person perspective, swapping roles as the situation evolves: from striker to defender, down to a uniquely designed goalkeeper position featuring specific abilities. Each match is an intense showdown, in which players need both split-second reactions and tactical teamplay to prevail. 

Built entirely for online multiplayer, Rematch emphasizes precise and reactive gameplay, balanced for a fair competitive experience. Players can expect a level playing field where skill is the deciding factor: from mastering the aim and shoot mechanics, to timing a powerful volley kick, all the way to reading the game dynamics and making the perfect pass. 

In addition to its competitive 5v5 game mode, the title will offer quickplay game modes, along with fresh seasonal content planned post-launch, including new game modes and unique cosmetic options that allow each player to customize their character with style.

Rematch is expected to be rated E (ESRB) / PEGI 7, with more features planned post-launch – more details to come in 2025. 

Wishlisting is available now on Xbox, PlayStation, and Steam. Visit www.playrematch.com to register for Beta invites, and follow @PlayRematch on Twitter/Bluesky/Instagram for more information. 

About Sloclap:

Paris-based Sloclap is an independent game development studio known for blending diverse gameplay mechanics into visually captivating, action-driven titles. With celebrated releases like Absolver and Sifu, the studio has demonstrated a passion for martial arts and dynamic, third-person action experiences that have been lauded by international media, including several award nominations. With a team of over 100 talented developers, Sloclap is now bringing its immersive approach to online football, delivering a game that raises the bar for competitive multiplayer sports.

ROLL THE DICE AGAIN: TACTICAL ADVENTURES UNVEILS SOLASTA II, A NEW ERA IN STRATEGIC COMBAT

Demo arriving early next year, Early Access launching in 2025

PARIS (Dec. 12, 2024) – At The Game Awards, indie studio Tactical Adventures unveiled Solasta II, the ambitious sequel to their beloved tabletop-inspired RPG. Powered by Unreal Engine 5, Solasta II is set to launch in Early Access on PC in 2025, with a free playable demo due for release early next year. Tactical Adventures are excited to work with the community once again to refine and shape Solasta II into the ultimate TTRPG experience.

Decades after the events of Solasta: Crown of the Magister (2021), Solasta II transports players to the vibrant high-fantasy realm of Neokos—a land of breathtaking beauty teetering on the edge of ruin at the hands of Shadwyn, an all-powerful being brought to life by Amelia Tyler (Baldur’s Gate 3, Hades II). As her endless tide of corruption spreads across the continent, a band of valiant adventurers rises to the challenge. While navigating towering landscapes to contending with political factions vying for power and fighting fearsome foes, players must make wise decisions to end an ancient feud before it engulfs the lands in bloodshed and strife.

Mathieu Girard, Creative Director, shared, “Our team of 35 combines deep expertise with a passion for crafting immersive and challenging gaming experiences. With our first game, we started as a Kickstarter success story, building on the SRD 5.1 ruleset to create a tactical RPG that has resonated with over 1.5 million players. Now, with Solasta II, we’re taking all that even further – pushing the system with fresh takes on tactical depth, fun and accessibility. Players will explore Neokos, a new continent brimming with magic, colossal landscapes and discover unprecedented lore, while facing the growing force of Shadwyn, a charismatic villain driven by a relentless desire to reclaim her lost power.

This project is powered by ambition, respect for our players and a shared belief in the strength of what we’re building together. We can’t wait for everyone to get their hands on it and tell us what they think!”

Players will roll the dice with the D20 system, create their party and embark on a quest filled with strategy, magic and intrigue. With Solasta II, Tactical Adventures aims to deliver a truly immersive experience featuring deep tactical combat and a wealth of exciting features.

Key Features Include:

  • Complete Party Management and Customization – Create and develop your own party of four adventurers, all fully voiced and each fully customizable with unique skills and abilities.
  • 1-4 Player Online Co-op – Team up with others online to strategize and share tactical triumphs.
  • Turn-Based Tactical Combat – Master tactical combat, utilizing the full depth of the D&D 5E ruleset for immersive, strategic battles.
  • Unreal Engine 5 – Experience cutting-edge visuals and immersive environments.
  • Console Optimization – Designed for seamless play with console pads delivering an experience on par with mouse and keyboard.

Solasta II is in development for PC and available to wishlist now with Early Access coming in 2025. Fans can look forward to a playable demo soon and stay up to date with the latest news by signing up for the newsletter at www.solasta-game.com. They can also speak directly with Tactical Adventures through the official Discord.

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Follow Solasta II on Twitter, Discord, YouTube, Twitch, Facebook, Instagram and on Steam here: https://www.solasta-game.com/hub/linkhub

About Tactical Adventures

Tactical Adventures is an independent development studio based in Paris, founded in 2018 with a commitment to bringing the tabletop RPG experience to life on screen. Led by industry veterans, the team focuses on crafting deeply narrative-driven games within the RPG genre. Their passion for immersive storytelling led to the creation of Solasta: Crown of the Magister, a project initially brought to life through a successful Kickstarter campaign. Tactical Adventures is currently working on Solasta II, the highly anticipated sequel set to debut in Early Access for PC in 2025.

BANDAI NAMCO REVEALS A THRILLING SCI-FI TAKE ON PAC-MAN AND ITS LARGER ARCADE UNIVERSE IN SHADOW LABYRINTH

Upcoming Action-Platformer Game Puts Players on an Alien World with the Mysterious Companion PUCK, Where to Survive They Must Become the Planet’s Apex Predator

Today, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe announced SHADOW LABYRINTH, a visionary inspired new game set in a Sci-Fi universe that draws from the company’s legendary arcade franchise. Developed by Bandai Namco Studios, the core theme of the game features a thrilling and visceral new take on the company’s most beloved icon, PAC-MAN. The reveal of SHADOW LABYRINTH unravels the mystery of this new vision for the PAC-MAN franchise as seen in Secret Level, Prime Video’s adult-animated anthology series, as the setting for a 2D action-platformer where players must consume to survive on a hostile alien world. SHADOW LABYRINTH is coming in 2025 to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X | S, and PC via Steam. For more information, visit www.shadowlabyrinthgame.com.

SHADOW LABYRINTH is a broad departure from any previous PAC-MAN game, where players take on the role of another character as protagonist, named Swordsman No. 8. In the game, following the events introduced in the Secret Level animated short, players awaken on an alien planet still ravaged by war and monsters. They quickly encounter PUCK, a mysterious yet recognizable figure who teaches them that their aim in this treacherous world is to escape it, and to achieve that they must consume everything that waits in the darkness to survive – and ultimately become the planet’s apex predator. Drawing even more inspiration from the source material for this unique game, players traverse a maze-filled world where enemies and puzzles new and familiar will challenge them at every step. Success comes from mastery of fluid combat and exploration to uncover increasingly powerful abilities and skills and conquering challenging bosses on to discover their true purpose.

As players progress through SHADOW LABYRINTH and dive deeper into the maze of this mysterious world, they will discover its secrets and learn why PUCK chose them for this task. The game draws even wider inspiration for story and setting from Bandai Namco’s broader library of beloved arcade games. While there is much more to reveal about this thrilling new adventure, astute fans will find early hints of connections to other iconic games in the reveal trailer.

For more information about SHADOW LABYRINTH and other titles from Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe please visit https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok. Join the conversation on X.

In 2025, PAC-MAN will commemorate its 45th Anniversary with a variety of partnerships, activations and launches. Join the PAC-FAM and follow along for the latest news and updates on our official channels

About Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S. is a leading global publisher and developer of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is producing intellectual property for a global audience and is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, PARK BEYOND™ and UNKNOWN 9™ Awakening – developed by Reflector Entertainment based in Montreal, QC.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe serves as the Headquarters of Bandai Namco Holdings Inc. for mainland Europe, which is known for creating and publishing many of the Toy & Entertainment industry’s top franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TAMAGOTCHI™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, DARK SOULS™ and the recently released ELDEN RING™.

For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu.

GRYPHLINE Announces Arknights: Endfield PC Beta Test With Sign-Ups Open Now 

The New Beta Test for the Highly-anticipated Real-time RPG is Set to Arrive in January 2025, Featuring New Content, Characters, and More

SHANGHAI – Dec. 17, 2024 Global game publisher GRYPHLINE, today announced its beta test for Arknights: Endfield, its upcoming real-time 3D RPG with strategic gameplay elements, is now open for sign-ups. The sign-up period begins on Dec. 17 (UTC+8) and interested players can follow the game on social media to stay up to date on information regarding the beta. To register, players can visit the official website, click “sign up”, and complete the registration survey. The beta test is set for a simultaneous global launch with accepted players embarking on their journey starting mid-January 2025. The beta will feature English, Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin voice-over and UI options. 

In anticipation of this Arknights: Endfield beta test, the team has shared a new concept trailer and gameplay footage to provide a glimpse of what awaits participants. Players will have the chance to explore the world of Talos-II as the Endministrator and experience exclusive content. Additionally, during the sign-up period, players can increase their chances of winning test access by pre-registering for the game, sharing the event webpage, or inviting friends to pre-register via the official website.

New Content:

New Playable Characters:

Characters featured in the previous test have undergone significant updates, including new models, animations, and special effects. In the upcoming beta test, players will have access to 15 playable characters, including two Endministrators (one of which is a new playable Endministrator) and 13 playable characters, with six new characters introduced in the test phase. This beta will also provide a preview of a limited portion of the game’s monetization system.

Combat and Character Progression:

Based on player feedback from the previous test, some adjustments have been made to various systems, including combat mechanics, skill effects, and character progression: 

  • New “Combo Skills”: Under specific conditions, characters can trigger powerful combo attacks between them.
  • New “Dodge” Mechanic: Added instant combat elements like dodging to enhance gameplay.
  • Adjustments to Skill Effects and Release Logic: Skills, their effects, and how they are executed in combat have been refined.
  • Changes to Item Usage: The use of consumable items like potions during battles has been updated.
  • Expanded Character Progression: Character development now offers more depth and variety, allowing for a richer progression experience.

Base Building System:

  • The beta test introduces new tutorials and advanced gameplay mechanics to further enrich the player experience: 
  • Base Building Tutorials: Various guides have been added to help players master the base construction system.
  • New Defensive Structures: Tower defense-style buildings have been introduced, supporting both offensive and defensive operations.
  • Expanded Construction Areas: Unlike the previous test, where factories could only be built in the central Hub Area, other maps now feature outposts where players can establish and expand their factories.

Story, Scenes, and Levels:

  • Several updates have been made to the game’s storyline and environments to offer a more immersive experience:
  • Reworked Main Storyline: The main quest line has been expanded and enriched for a more captivating narrative.
  • New Maps: Nine maps will be available in the beta: Prologue, Spaceship, 001, 002, 003, 005, 006, 007, and Hongshan 001.
  • New Puzzle and Dungeon Content: Fresh puzzle mechanics and dungeons have been added to increase gameplay variety.

UI and System Enhancements: 

  • User interface and system guidance have been improved based on player feedback from the previous test.

For more details on the beta test content and the system requirements, please visit official product website.

Arknights: Endfield is set in the world of the wildly successful mobile tower defense RPG hybrid Arknights, which has received 100M downloads since its 2020 launch. Published by GRYPHLINE in North America and Europe, Arknights: Endfield is currently in development for PlayStation®5, PC, and mobile devices. For further news on the beta test screening results and start date, make sure to visit the website for updates.

About GRYPHLINE

GRYPHLINE is a global publisher that aims to bring unique and high-quality gaming experiences to players across the world. Ex Astris, was the company’s inaugural launch and received critical acclaim for its depth of gameplay and stunning visuals. Upcoming titles include Arknights: Endfield,andPOPUCOM, which have received accolades thus far and fans can look forward to experiencing the games at events this year. GRYPHLINE is also taking steps to offer services from R&D support, localization, marketing to customer service for expanding its global business. More information can be found here on the official company site www.gryphline.com

JAKE PAUL “THE PROBLEM CHILD” DLC LAUNCHES TODAY 

Includes Seven Boxers and Alternate Outfits; Patch 1.2 Now Available 

Sydney, Australia, 13 December 2024: The wait is over – Undisputed fans can now step into the ring as global boxing superstar and serial entrepreneur Jake ‘El Gallo de Dorado’ Paul. 

The Problem Child DLC launches today, allowing players to experience the unique power of Jake Paul firsthand. A brand-new launch trailer showcasing Jake Paul in action is available now, offering a glimpse of how the Problem Child leaves his mark on Undisputed

But this content isn’t just about Paul – six additional fighters join the roster alongside new ring attire for a range of boxers. The Problem Child DLC lands alongside the free Patch 1.2 update, packed with game enhancements and new content, including two stunning arenas and exclusive Ring of Fire outfits for Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. A full overview of the patch is here.  

FURTHER DETAIL:  

The Problem Child DLC 

  • Jake Paul with three in-game ring attires. 
  • Mexican Legends: Marco Antonio Barrera, Erik Morales and Juan Manuel Márquez. 
  • Hard-Hitting Heavyweights: James “Buster” Douglas, Otto Wallin and Zhilei Zhang. 
  • New ring attire for Deontay Wilder, Roy Jones Jr., Sunny Edwards, Terence Crawford, Vasyl Lomachenko and Seniesa Estrada. 

Patch 1.2 Update (free for everyone)  

  • Two new arenas: Atlantis and Cambrian Hall
  • Ring of Fire outfits for Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. 
  • New animations for knockouts and knockdowns. 
  • Weight class movement in Career Mode. 
  • Audio and UI enhancements. 

Undisputed is celebrated for its authenticity to the world of boxing and meticulous recreation of the sport. This debut DLC marks the beginning of a series of planned content updates, including free, paid, and game-enhancing additions. 

Undisputed is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC Steam.  

About Jake Paul 

Jake Paul, known as “El Gallo de Dorado,” has rapidly become one of the most influential figures in the world of combat sports. After rising to stardom on YouTube, Paul quickly earned a reputation for his brash, unapologetic behavior, which often landed him in the headlines. This rebellious attitude and controversial persona led to the birth of another one of Paul’s nicknames, “The Problem Child.” Paul left behind the digital influencer life and made the bold pivot to professional boxing in 2020. Driven by his passion for the sport and a desire to redefine his legacy, he relocated to Puerto Rico to focus fully on his training and boxing career.  

​After competing in three professional fights and headlining his first pay-per-view event in April 2021, Paul took another bold step. In August 2021, he co-founded Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) with Nakisa Bidarian, aiming to give fighters greater creative control over their careers. Paul’s commitment to the sport extends beyond his own career, as he and MVP actively promote women’s boxing and support rising talent through initiatives like MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects series. In 2023, Paul was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated’s “The 50 Most Influential Figures in Sports” issue — he was celebrated for revolutionizing the sport by advocating for equitable pay and creating platforms for young fighters, particularly women.  

​​​​​Paul’s impact in the ring is equally significant, with high-profile victories over names like Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva, and Nate Diaz. His viral knockouts and headline-grabbing performances have breathed new life into boxing, drawing millions of fans and setting records. In November 2024, he headlined a historic bout against boxing legend Mike Tyson, streamed live globally on Netflix. The event shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event ever with 108 million live viewers globally. The main event peaked at 65 million concurrent streams worldwide, including 38 million in the US. During its broadcast, 56% of all US TV viewing from 9 PM-10 PM PST was dedicated to the fight. 

The fight’s impact extended beyond streaming, achieving record commercial distribution across 6,000+ bars and restaurants in the US and topping Netflix charts in 78 countries. Globally, it trended as #1 on X, with #PaulTyson dominating worldwide discussions and #Serrano ranking second in major markets like the US, Brazil, Spain, and Canada. With an $18,117,072 gate and 72,300 attendees at AT&T Stadium, the event set a record as the highest-grossing combat sports gate in US history outside of Las Vegas and entered the top 10 overall. 

Outside the ring, Paul’s contributions to the sport extend into philanthropy and advocacy. In 2021, he launched the Boxing Bullies foundation, a nonprofit that empowers and inspires young people through boxing. He’s also been an outspoken advocate for fighter rights and pay equity and has partnered with USA Boxing to support the development of future Olympic athletes. Through his ventures and advocacy, Paul continues to shape the future of boxing and influence the broader sports and entertainment landscape.​     ​ 

About Steel City Interactive 

Sheffield-based Steel City Interactive (SCI) was founded in 2020 by Ash Habib, along with his brothers Asif and Asad. Formed around the idea of creating the first major, new boxing game in over a decade. The rapidly growing studio now employs over 70 people and has partnerships with the world of boxing’s leading companies including the WBC, Ring Magazine, CompuBox, BoxRec and many other prestigious boxing organisations. During development SCI has created innovative, proprietary technology to bring the world of boxing to life like never before. 

About PLAION   

PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Founded three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences. PLAION is an Embracer Group company. 

About Deep Silver   

Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance. For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com  

NETMARBLE’S STRATEGIC SQUAD RPG, KING ARTHUR: LEGENDS RISE, INTRODUCES THE NEW HERO IWERET AND MULTIPLE IN-GAME EVENTS

LOS ANGELES DECEMBER 12, 2024 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has launched a new in-game update for its squad-based RPG King Arthur: Legends Rise, developed by its North American Subsidiary Kabam. Players can experience a brand-new hero and various limited-time events.

The Dark Mage Iweret has been added to the roster of playable characters. A witch with a horned appearance, Iweret is a dealer who grants a buff on herself to enhance her stats and inflicts Marks to weaken enemies. Her Leader Effect activates in the Nest of Yskalhaig that grants Damage Taken Decrease to all allies. Iweret is obtainable through the Rate Up Event that runs until December 25, and Iweret Rate Up Summon Missions through December 25. Gold, Stamina, Crystals, Relic Summon Tickets and more will be offered as rewards for clearing missions.

Players can participate in other limited-time events that offers valuable rewards, including: 

  • Gold Collecting Event (Dec. 11 – Dec. 17): Collect Gold during the event period and receive Crystals as bonus rewards.
  • Arena Challenge Event (Dec. 11 – Dec. 17): Earn bonus Stamina by clearing in-game Arena missions, including participating and winning in the Arena.
  • Equipment Enhancement Perks Event (Dec. 18 – Dec. 25): Craft equipment to earn Stamina and Rate Up Summon Tickets.
  • Happy Holidays Event (Dec. 16 – Dec. 29): Clear various in-game missions to receive valuable rewards including Special Random Tokens, Rate Up Summon Tickets, Legendary Master Memory Stones, and more.

King Arthur: Legends Rise is the next evolution of the crossplay squad-based RPG. Bringing a dark reimagining of the King Arthur story to life through intense combat, adventurous gameplay and best in class visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 to PC and mobile. Joining Arthur’s quest to save Camelot from the threat of dreadful villains and the ancient gods, players will adventure across medieval Britain assembling a squad of powerful heroes. Alongside this action-packed story, players will also experience how Kabam has reimagined King Arthur’s legend into a visually stunning and vast turn-based RPG featuring both PvE and PvP gameplay.

For more information and updates on King Arthur: Legends Rise, please visit the official website, Facebook, Instagram, Discord, and official YouTube channel. 

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.

CONQUER THE WORLD OF FOOTBALL WITH EA SPORTS FC EMPIRES

EA SPORTS FC Empires enters early access today in select Asia-Pacific regions, bringing social football strategy to players on iOS and Android devices

Build your football club, manage your team, explore with your friends, and challenge rivals with EA SPORTS FC™ Empires, a new game for iOS and Android devices that encourages strategic thinking behind each decision. EA SPORTS FC Empires is available today as a free download to players in Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Indonesia. 

DOWNLOAD NOW: iOS/App Store | Android/Google Play Store

EA SPORTS FC Empires introduces football management strategy to mobile devices, encouraging players to take control of club growth and development to build infrastructure and facilities, such as the stadium, training pitches, and club stores. Evolve and strengthen players, explore the world map, team up with others by joining or creating a guild, and participate in the various Player vs Environment (PvE) & Player vs Player (PvP) events.

EA SPORTS FC Empires features a roster of over 4,000 authentic football players from top global leagues, including the Premier League, Bundesliga, LALIGA EA SPORTS, Serie A Made in Italy, Ligue 1 McDonald’s and more. Create your dream squad with world-class footballers, including Jude Bellingham, Phil Foden, and Cole Palmer, and train your players to upgrade their talents and traits.

Take on responsibilities for a variety of football roles, including a club owner, a player scout, and a coach, as EA SPORTS FC Empires players will experience the thrill and satisfaction of being in control of their own football empire.

For more information on EA SPORTS FC Empires, visit the official product page on EA.com, follow EA SPORTS FC Empires on Facebook, and join the community on Discord.

About Electronic Arts

Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices, and personal computers.

In fiscal year 2024, EA posted GAAP net revenue of approximately $7.6 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS FC™, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL, Need for Speed™, Titanfall™, Plants vs. Zombies™ and EA SPORTS F1®. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.

EA, EA SPORTS, EA SPORTS FC, Battlefield, Need for Speed, Apex Legends, The Sims, Titanfall, and Plants vs. Zombies are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. John Madden, NFL, and F1 are the property of their respective owners and used with permission.

‘Exercise Your Demons!’ Brings the Heat on Meta Quest Mixed Reality Platforms Today

SAN FRANCISCO – Dec. 12, 2024 – Exercise Your Demons!, a devilish mixed reality fitness game by developer VYERSOFT, dials up the intensity on Meta Quest 2, 3/3s, and Pro, today at 10 AM PT/ 12 PM ET.

Foul demons of the Netherworld terrorize the human realm, courtesy of the dreaded Demonomicon. Many would-be heroes rise to beat back the infernal hordes, but only those willing to invest time and sweat will emerge victorious. No montages here, no shortcuts to super-strength: head to the Infernal Gym, don the DeGauntlets, and fire up those forearms with the help of Ash and Zephyr, a pair of fiendish fitness instructors!

Pump it up as a warrior of the realm and explore pulse-pounding locations like Poison Blossom Park and the Ultimate Demon Derby. Learn to duck, dodge, weave, and smash past the Demonomicon’s minions with immersive, responsive mixed reality controls. Ease into the rhythm and commit to fitness: muscles aren’t grown in a day, and monstrous hordes can’t be repelled in a week!

Earn rewards for persistence and habitual exercise. Spend shiny Impcoins and Soulbars to advance through the story campaign and earn cosmetics. Show off gains and progress with an online leaderboard to claim the title of demon-punching king!

“Mixed reality gives us an incredible opportunity to reimagine fitness as entertainment,” said Matthew Conn, founder of VYERSOFT. “Exercise Your Demons! turns your space into an arcade battleground where you’re not tracking reps – you’re battling demons and dodging supernatural attacks in a game that just happens to get your heart pumping.” 

Exercise Your Demons! is available now on Meta Quest 2, 3/3s, and Pro, for $19.99 USD, and supports English, Spanish (Spain), Catalan, German, French, Japanese, and Korean languages. To learn more, follow Vyersoft’s social media on X/Twitter, Bluesky and Facebook, or visit the company website.

About Vyersoft

VYERSOFT LLC. is a new publisher made up of game industry veterans who have worked on titles such as 2064: Read Only Memories, Command & Conquer, and ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove! The team believes in bringing new unique gaming experiences using emerging technologies as a new, innovative medium.