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.

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 45^th 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.

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. 

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  

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.

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.

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.

Befriend, care for, and groom adorable critters in wholesome VR experience

RIGA, LATVIA – 12 Dec. 2024 – Pets & Stuff, the cozy veterinarian and groomer VR sim where players help and pamper animal friends from HyperVR Games, makes the fur fly on PlayStation VR 2 today.

Open a local pet clinic and treat furry pals to a refreshing spa day! Brush, trim, and clean the teeth of aww-worthy animals, from dogs and cats to foxes, highland cows, deer, and more. Earn their friendship by offering them snacks, bringing sick or hurt critters back to health with medicines and ointments, and giving them lots of pats and scritches, of course!

Adorn fuzzy friends with the latest in pet couture. Choose from an array of fun sunglasses and sparkly collars to find their new look. Use animal-safe dye in every color to create fun patterns – transform tiny kittens into the tigers they believe they are or fashion punk rock piglets with neon fur! At the end of a session, grab the camera to snap pictures of each preened pet to record favorite styles.

Level up the workspace with a satisfying progression system and upgrade birdhouses, furniture, and more to make the salon feel like home. Take the clinic on the road and travel to different upgradeable environments, from serene forests to bustling barnyards. Find relaxation in a no–stress simulator that makes animal care adorable and engaging.

“We made it a priority to make Pets & Stuff accessible and enjoyable for both VR veterans and new adopters alike,” said Aivars Neihefers, Producer, HyperVR Games. “With easy-to-learn, responsive healing and grooming tools, anyone can get creative and experiment with different looks for all of the adorable animals!”

Pets & Stuff is now available on PlayStation VR 2 for $14.99 with English language support.

To dig up more info about Pets & Stuff, visit the game’s official website and follow it and the hashtag #PetsandStuffVR on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).

About HyperVR Games

HyperVR Games is a virtual reality game development and publishing company based in Riga, Latvia, focused on creating immersive and interactive casual experiences. Its titles include Shave & Stuff, Pet & Stuff, Titans Clinic, and Hide the Corpse.

To stay up-to-date on all things HyperVR Games’, join the team’s Discord, visit its official website, and follow the studio on X (formerly Twitter) and Facebook.

TOKYO, Japan – December 12, 2024 – Thirdverse, Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Masaru Ohnogi) today launched “X8 Contra: Super Wall Storm” for Meta Quest VR, the result of a collaboration between X8, the VR multiplayer hero shooter that has surpassed 650,000 downloads, and Contra: Operation Galuga, published by Konami Digital Entertainment Co., Ltd. Players can download the game free today, with in-app purchases, to start playing this legendary run-and-gun game in VR.

Meta Quest: https://www.meta.com/experiences/8638026942942050/
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1763510/X8/
PICO: https://store-global.picoxr.com/jp/detail/1/7276030571162189829

Contra Series Returns in VR Multiplayer Hero Shooter X8
Since its debut in 1987, the iconic Contra series has captivated fans worldwide, and now you can experience it in a fully immersive 360-degree VR world. Step into the shoes of 3D Bill and Lance and dive into the Contra universe like never before!

In addition to the signature weapon upgrades from the Contra series, this version introduces the new “Overload” special attack feature from Contra Operation Galuga. You’ll experience the thrill of dodging showers of bullets as if you’ve entered the Contra world itself.

The collaboration begins on December 12, 2024! Start playing X8 now to gear up for the Contra Operation Galuga collab!

Content included in this app:

• X8 main game package
• Contra collaboration game mode
• Bill skin
• Lance skin
• Exclusive character voices
• 5 collaboration-exclusive splats
• X8 coins worth about $9.99

Note:

• Purchased game modes and items will remain available even after the collaboration ends.
• Regular X8 content is accessible post-collaboration.
• Existing X8 players can purchase the Contra game mode separately from in-game or Quest store.

Collaboration Story

The rogue AI “Index” has extended its influence beyond the digital realm of X8 and set its sights on Contra. By gathering data on Contra heroes Bill and Lance, Index creates countless replicas and pits them in arena battles to perfect its systems.
However, like the other X8 heroes who have become self-aware, the replicas of Bill and Lance retain their original identities and consciousness.
Will Bill and Lance, teaming up with the heroes of X8, be able to stop Index’s rampage and return to their own game world?

Overview of X8 Contra: Super Wall Storm

Supported platforms: Meta Quest 2, 3, 3S,  Pro, Steam VR, PICO
Release date: December 12, 2024
Price: $19.99
Genre: VR multiplayer hero shooter, cooperative play
Audio: English
Subtitles: Japanese, English, German, French, Spanish, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Korean
Players: Up to 2 (X8 supports up to 10 in 5v5 online multiplayer)
 
About “Contra“

“Contra” is a run-and-gun game depicting the fierce battle between super soldiers with superhuman combat abilities known as “Contra” and ferocious aliens aiming to invade Earth. The main characters of the series are Bill Rizer and Lance Bean, the strongest soldiers in the Earth Marine Corps (EMC). The first game in the series, “Contra”, was released in 1987 and received high praise worldwide. It remains a legendary series that continues to be discussed among the gaming industry and players. As one of KONAMI’s flagship franchises, it has a long history spanning 36 years, with many titles produced to date.
 
The latest title in the series, “Contra: Operation Galuga”, was released as a digital version on March 12, 2024, and a physical version on September 5. ©Konami Digital Entertainment
 
About X8
 
Game Backstory 
X8 is a VR multiplayer hero shooter where heroes from different shooting game worlds converge across time and space to battle, each wielding extraordinary abilities.

At the core of X8’s world is the AI “Index,” which has drawn heroes from various game franchises to perfect a digital system capable of extending its reach beyond the virtual realm. However, “Glitches”—heroes whose programming errors have given them self-awareness—resist Index’s control, fighting to stop the AI and find a way back to their original worlds.
 
Gameplay
Players choose from a roster of unique heroes, each with three special abilities activated by VR gestures. Armed with distinctive weapons and special items, players engage in strategic battles that leverage the immersive capabilities of VR.

Game Modes 
In X8, teams of up to 5v5 compete in multiple rounds of 2-minute battles. Teams alternate between attacking by planting and detonating a device called the “Syphon” and defending against it. Future updates will introduce additional game modes to enhance the competitive experience.

About the Community Area 

In Freeplay Park, you can interact with friends, meet new people, and create custom games. You can participate in various activities such as time-attack climbing challenges, knife throwing, shooting ranges, or practice in the combat arena.

About Thirdverse, Co., Ltd

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• Indonesia crowned world champion in the console competition
• Minbappe from Malaysia lifted the trophy for the mobile edition
• FIFAe Finals 2024 featuring eFootball™ and Rocket League took place from 5 to 12 December in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

The FIFAe Finals 2024 concluded after two weeks of spectacular football esports action at the SEF Arena in the BLVD City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia by crowning the world champions of the FIFAe World Cup featuring eFootball™ on both console and mobile on 12 December.  

Minbappe from Malaysia (mobile) and Indonesia (console) secured their places in FIFAe history as the first-ever champions of this new esports title in the growing FIFAe ecosystem.

In total, 18 nations competed at the inaugural FIFAe World Cup featuring eFootball™ on console in a 2v2 tournament and 16 nations in the 1v1 mobile edition of the tournament.  

Minbappe from Malaysia emerged victorious at the FIFAe World Cup featuring eFootball™ on Mobile, outplaying AN10_Tienes from Morocco in a thrilling final on 12 December. The one-on-one competition was a historic first-ever FIFAe World Cup played out on a mobile game.

At the FIFAe World Cup featuring eFootball™ on console, Indonesia, represented by akbarpaudie, BINONGBOYS, SHNKS-ELGA and GARUDAFRANC, claimed the coveted title. They overcame a stacked field, including an intense final against Brazil, showcasing tactical brilliance and teamwork that earned them the title as FIFAe World Champions.

Following Saudi Arabia’s win at the inaugural FIFAe World Cup featuring Rocket League last week, the first-ever FIFAe Finals 2024 with multiple esports game titles concluded with the two FIFAe World Cups featuring eFootball™.

Hosted in collaboration with the Saudi Esports Federation, the pinnacle event for FIFAe football esports tournaments featured eight thrilling days of competition with Rocket League and eFootball™, alongside various on-site activations for fans. The second edition of the FIFAe Finals crowned three worthy world champions and gave a wide range of communities the chance to represent their country on the biggest stage. A total of USD 450,000 has been distributed to the participants as part of the total prize pool of the event which took place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

With a spectacular setting for three different competitions, the SEF Arena in the BLVD City showcased a new era for football esports to the local and global community alike. Fans can relive the competitions and find all detailed tournament results at FIFA.GG and stay engaged on social media using #FeWCeFootball, #FeWCRL and #FameYourGame.