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Unite the Blocky Battlefront and Rebuild Voxel Earth in EARTH DEFENSE FORCE: WORLD BROTHERS 2, Available Now

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Gear Up For Warfare With D3PUBLISHER’s Pixel-Packed Sequel Landing on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC 

OAKLAND, Calif. – Sept. 26, 2024 – The Earth has shattered into pieces…again! D3Publisher Inc., a leading Japanese games publisher, is proud to share that EARTH DEFENSE FORCE: WORLD BROTHERS 2, the second installment in the voxel-spinoff of the popular third-person shooter series, EARTH DEFENSE FORCE, is available now on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, the Nintendo Switch™, PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. EDF: WB2 is rated “T” for Teen by the ESRB, PEGI 12, and USK 16.

The game can be purchased for an MSRP of $49.99, €49.99, and £39.99 for the Standard Edition and $74.99, €74.99, and £64.99 for the Deluxe Edition on PlayStation consoles and PC. Players who purchase the title on PC will also receive an exclusive 10% discount for a limited time. The Nintendo Switch version retails at an MSRP of $39.99, €39.99 for the Standard Edition and $64.99, €64.99, £54.99 for the Deluxe Edition. Fans and early purchasers who preordered the game will earn unique rewards including exclusive playable characters, weapons, and more.

Additional information can be found here. EDF: WB2 tells the story of what happened to the voxel (cube) Earth after the events of the first installment. Brothers from across the world reunite to face an unprecedented threat brought about by an all-new assassin that threatens to tear the Earth apart all over again. To restore peace to the voxel Earth, the EDF has been dispatched for an emergency mission the likes of which no one has ever seen before! Featuring a unique voxel art style, epic 4-player team battles, and filled with more love for the EDF series than ever before, players must stand together to save the world once more. EDF move out! 

Key Features:

The Voxel World of Square Earth: Unlike the original EDF series, which is portrayed in a photorealistic style, EDF: WB2 uses bold voxel graphics for a distinct look. Get ready to blast hordes of monsters into pixel oblivion!

Build Your Very Own EDF Squad: EDF members are struggling in isolated locations around the world. Rescue and assemble a unique Earth Defense Force team to save the cube Earth across more than 100 missions and five difficulty levels. Each mission is tackled by a 4-member team that players mix and match to maximize their abilities and lay waste to their enemies.

Legends Assemble: Legendary soldiers, characters, and weapons from the first game, THE EARTH DEFENSE FORCE, up to EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 6, and various EDF series spin-offs return in voxelated form! Longtime fans of the series are in for a serious dose of nostalgia, while those who have never played an EDF game before can enjoy EDF: WB2  as an introduction to the series. Design the perfect team for any play style with over 100 characters and 600 equipable weapons and accessories to collect and deploy into battle.

Enemies of Generations Past Reborn: The invaders who attacked Earth and caused mass destruction countless times before are returning in full (voxelated) force. The enemies, giant weapons, and huge monsters from past EDF games are all back and bigger than ever! What hell-spawn will show up next?

Fully Voiced in Multiple Languages: Like its predecessor, EDF: WB2 features English, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean voiceovers, so an even greater audience can get in on the action!

Online Co-op and Offline Split-Screen: Join forces with friends and family with the supported online co-op for up to 4-players. PS4® and PS5® players can also enjoy split-screen play as an exclusive feature on the platform. For additional information on EDF: WB2, please visit the official website, follow the game on X, the community page on Steam, YouTube and D3PUBLISHER Inc. to keep up with upcoming content and news.

About D3PUBLISHER, Inc.

D3PUBLISHER, a member of BANDAI NAMCO group, is a Japanese video game publisher. Established in 1992, the company has published console and mobile/online games from some of the industries most beloved franchises and series, including EARTH DEFENSE FORCE 5, Onechanbara, the Simple series, and more. For more information, visit https://www.d3p.co.jp.

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**This game supports online cross-play with Epic Games Store players. To use the “Invite” and “Friend” features with Epic Games Store players during online play, you must create an Epic Games account and link it to your Steam account. If you do not link your Epic Games account, you will still be able to enjoy online play.

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Little Big Adventure – Twinsen’s Quest unveils itself its making of

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This remake of the cult classic will be released on November 14, 2024, and a demo is available now on Steam

Sydney, Australia – September 26, 2024: Microids and Studio [2.21] are thrilled present the making-of for Little Big Adventure – Twinsen’s Quest, the remake of the action-adventure game originally released in 1994 Little Big Adventure.

The game will be available digitally starting November 14 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. A physical limited edition will also be released on December 5 on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. And that’s not all! A demo of Little Big Adventure – Twinsen’s Quest is available now on Steam!

The making of offers a unique behind-the-scenes look at the development process, providing fans with insight into the creative choices and technical challenges involved in modernizing this classic while staying true to its core essence.

Through interviews with Benoit Limare, CEO and co-founder of Studio [2.21], and Didier Chanfray, co-founder of Studio [2.21] and Level Designer, the making-of reveals how the team preserved the soul of Little Big Adventure, a game known for its enchanting visual style but also its profound themes such as freedom, resistance, and the fight against dictatorship. The team modernized the graphics while retaining the game’s distinctive universe.

The documentary also delves into the gameplay overhaul, with difficulty adjustments to make the game more accessible, while adding new features to iconic elements like Twinsen’s famous magic ball, which now offers deeper strategic gameplay.

Music also plays a central role in this remake. Philippe Vachey, composer of the original soundtrack and this remake, has reimagined all the iconic music from the original game to fit this modernised version of Little Big Adventure.

About Little Big Adventure – Twinsen’s Quest :

The story takes place on a planetoid with two suns, where four species lived in perfect harmony… Until the day Dr. Funfrock, a brilliant scientist, invented cloning and teleportation, gradually bringing the inhabitants under his total control.

Playing as Twinsen, you are a model citizen who overnight becomes a fugitive pursued by Dr. Funfrock’s henchmen. Throughout your journey from island to island, you must tirelessly search for the other rebels and form an underground network to end the clone occupation.

Armed with your mysterious Magic Ball, which becomes more and more powerful as the adventure progresses, only you are capable of overturning the powers that be…

Game features:

  • Plunge into a unique universe enhanced by a brand-new look.
  • The Magic Ball brought into 2024, promising a range of challenges against the clones.
  • Redesigned controls.
  • Travel across the entire planet and discover reimagined islands in an open world.
  • An action-adventure game mixed with exploration.
  • A brand-new soundtrack by the original composer, Philippe Vachey.

Little Big Adventure – Twinsen’s Quest will be available digitally on November 14 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC, and in a limited physical edition on December 5 for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.

Preorder the game on Steam, Epic Game Store, GOG, PlayStation Store and Xbox Store.

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About Microids

Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Revolution Software, Sloclap, Oddworld Inhabitants, Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Go Nagai, Charles Cecil, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset…), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.

About STUDIO [2.21]

[2.21] is a French video game development studio. Founded in 2021 by Didier Chanfray, a veteran of the French video game industry, [2.21] is the heir to Adeline Software, a Lyon-based studio from the 1990s. The mission of [2.21] is to preserve, make accessible and revive cult licences, starting with Little Big Adventure.

MangaGamer Announces Pre-Orders for DEAD DAYS!

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Is a second lease on life truly worth the price tag?

TOKYO – September 26th, 2024 – Today MangaGamer announced the launch of pre-orders for CLOCKUP’s DEAD DAYS. This dark, psychological horror will be available on MangaGamer starting this Halloween (October 31st, 2024). Those taking advantage of the pre-order will enjoy 15% off of the $44.95 MSRP.

Product Page: WebsitePromotional Website: Webpage

Four strangers died that day. Now Teru, Aira, Manami, and Soukichi live again.Though technically free to enjoy their second chance at life to the fullest, they must now hunt down and slay specters in order to recharge their new lease on life.

While these four try to enjoy the gift they’ve been granted, they must now grapple with the fear that the energy fueling their new lives could easily run out before they can refuel, the uncertainty of when they’ll be called upon to fight these specters, and their new, dispassionate employer who treats them as disposable combatants with no concern for the unnatural libido and arousal caused by their new bodies’ reaction to stressors.

Key Features:

  • Dark Storyline Penned by Kurashiki Tatsuya: Enjoy a dark tale of violence, conflict, and emotional struggle written by Kurashiki, the author of NO, THANK YOU!!!, Maggot Baits, L.k.y.t., and more.
  • Dramatic Cast of Characters: Teru and his fellow “deceased” come from many different walks of life, each with their own background and story to uncover as their personalities clash in the missions they’re forced to undertake.
  • Wide Variety of Erotic Moments: With their new bodies reacting to stress with spikes of arousal, each of the four characters must find outlets for their unusual lusts, and each one will slake them in a variety of erotic ways.

Can these ordinary people estranged from violence cope with the murder they must now inflict to survive and endure the flames of lust now burning within? Will they ever truly return to their normal lives, or will their return remain a superficial farce?

For more information on DEAD DAYS, as well as other titles from MangaGamer, be sure to join their discussion on Discord or follow MangaGamer on Twitter and Facebook. You can also check out their blog for comments from the staff and other featured articles!

ABOUT MANGAGAMER.COM

MangaGamer.com is the world’s biggest publisher of English translated Visual Novels. Since its launch in July 2008, it has offered services where fans can download and enjoy popular Visual Novels such as 07th Expansion’s Higurashi When They Cry series,Alicesoft’s infamous Rance series, and Novectacle’s critically acclaimed The House in Fata Morgana right from their home. Don’t forget to visit us on FacebookTwitter and Discord!

FARMING SIMULATOR 25 AT TOKYO GAME SHOW: ASIAN MAP REVEALED

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Increasingly popular in Asian markets, Farming Simulator 25 will be playable at Japan’s renowned video game show. Publisher and developer GIANTS Software is proud to present a playable version of the upcoming game at the Tokyo Game Show at Makuhari Messe, Japan. In collaboration with Japanese multinational video game company SEGA, the makers are celebrating the occasion by unveiling the first Asian map in the series.

Welcoming virtual farmers to Hutan Pantai

In addition to North American and European maps, Hutan Pantai offers virtual farmers a completely new farming environment. With two types of rice, specialized equipment for planting and harvesting, and water buffalo roaming the corrals, the newly unveiled map is the ideal playground to showcase the new farming technology added to the game.

Traditional environmental influences meet modern technology in Hutan Pantai: Farmers explore a bustling harbor overlooking the sea; enjoy a mountainous backdrop with snow-capped peaks in the distance; drive on winding roads that lead from a city of tall buildings to a small village or to a remote temple where collectibles are treasured.

Asian farming, all over the world

While the TGS Trailer already leaves an atmospheric Impression, the new map is now playable for the first time. From September 26th to 29th, Farming Simulator 25 will be presented with gaming stations to give attendees a preview of the new game and Hutan Pantai.

“We are incredibly proud to see the Farming Simulator brand grow in the Asian market,” said Boris Stefan, Head of Publishing at GIANTS Software. “Having SEGA on board as a reliable, forward-thinking partner and well-established institution in this important market, has us excited. Just as excited as our fans around the world who are waiting to immerse themselves in Asian agriculture with Farming Simulator 25.”

Farming Simulator 25 will be released on November 12th for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. It features more than 400 authentic machines from real brands and 25 crops. Pre-orders are available now on selected channels. Visit the official Farming Simulator website.

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About GIANTS Software

GIANTS Software is an international video game developer and publisher from Switzerland established in 2004 and known worldwide for creating the popular Farming Simulator series. The team with offices in Switzerland (Zurich), Germany (Erlangen), USA (Chicago) and Czech Republic (Brno) is very committed to maintain close contact to the agricultural industry and to engage with the community. For more information, please visit giants-software.com

About Farming Simulator

Since 2008, over 30 million units of Farming Simulator have been sold worldwide. The game series has been released on all popular platforms including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs since then. From the start, the team enabled users to create mods with the company’s own GIANTS Engine. With the Farming Simulator League (FSL), the series introduced a competitive esports mode in 2019 – with teams competing in professional tournaments and many acclaimed brands and sponsors on board.

© 2024 Published and developed by GIANTS Software GmbH. Farming Simulator, GIANTS Software and its logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GIANTS Software GmbH. All manufacturers, agricultural machinery, agricultural equipment, names, brands and associated imagery featured in this game in some cases include trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners. The agricultural machines and equip ment in this game may be different from the actual machines in shapes, colors and performance. © 2024 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC. “PlayStation“, “PS5“ and “PS5 logo“ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, the Xbox Sphere mark, the Series X logo, Series S logo, Series X|S logo, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X|S are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. All other names, trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Ubisoft updates its financial targets for FY2024-25

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Sydney, September 26, 2024 – Following a meeting of its Board of Directors, Ubisoft updates its financial targets for FY2024-25. The Company now expects net bookings of around €1.95bn, and around break-even non-IFRS operating income and free cash flow. The company now targets FY2024-25 Net bookings for the second quarter FY2024-25 to stand at around €350-370m million. The revised targets are mainly a reflection of decisions taken for Assassin’s Creed Shadows and the softer than expected launch for Star Wars Outlaws.

Listening to players’ feedback, and as an illustration of our player-centric approach, the following important decisions relative to Assassin’s Creed Shadows have been taken:

  • Assassin’s Creed Shadows will now be released on 14 February 2025. While the game is feature complete, the learnings from the Star Wars Outlaws release led us to provide additional time to further polish the title. This will enable the biggest entry in the franchise to fully deliver on its ambition, notably by fulfilling the promise of our dual protagonist adventure, with Naoe and Yasuke bringing two very different gameplay styles.
  • We are departing from the traditional Season Pass model. All players will be able to enjoy the game at the same time on February 14 and those who preorder the game will be granted the first expansion for free.
  • The game will mark the return of our new releases on Steam Day 1.

Additionally, despite solid ratings (Metacritic 76) and user scores across the First Party and Epic stores (3.9/5) that reflect an immersive and authentic Star Wars universe, Star Wars Outlaws initial sales proved softer than expected. In response to player feedback, Ubisoft’s development teams are currently fully mobilized to swiftly implement a series of updates to polish and improve the player experience in order to engage a large audience during the holiday season to position Star Wars Outlaws as a strong long-term performer. The game will be available on Steam on November 21.

Yves Guillemot, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, said “Our second quarter performance fell short of our expectations, prompting us to address this swiftly and firmly, with an even greater focus on a player-centric, gameplay-first approach and an unwavering commitment to the long-term value of our brands.

Although the tangible benefits of the Company’s transformation are taking longer than anticipated to materialize, we keep on our strategy, focusing on two key verticals – Open World Adventures and GaaS-native experiences – with the objective to drive growth, recurrence and robust free cash flow generation in our business.    

In the light of recent challenges, we acknowledge the need for greater efficiency while delighting players. As a result, beyond the first important short-term actions undertaken, the Executive Committee, under the supervision of the Board of Directors, is launching a review aimed at further
improving our execution, notably in this player-centric approach, and accelerating our strategic path towards a higher performing model to the benefit of our stakeholders and shareholders.

Finally, let me address some of the polarized comments around Ubisoft lately. I want to reaffirm that we are an entertainment-first company, creating games for the broadest possible audience, and our goal is not to push any specific agenda. We remain committed to creating games for fans and players that everyone can enjoy.”

Further details will be provided during Ubisoft H1 results announcement on October 30, 2024

Disclaimer

This press release may contain estimated financial data, information on future projects and transactions and future financial results/performance. Such forward-looking data are provided for information purposes only. They are subject to market risks and uncertainties and may vary significantly compared with the actual results that will be published. The estimated financial data have been approved by the Board of Directors, and have not been audited by the Statutory Auditors. (Additional information is provided in the most recent Ubisoft Registration Document filed on June 20, 2024 with the French Financial Markets Authority (l’Autorité des Marchés Financiers)).

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2023–24 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2.32 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

© 2024 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered trademarks in the US and/or other countries.

The World of Kungfu: Dragon and Eagle Embarks on a Heroing Journey on 24 Oct. 2024

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Venture across ancient China in the 1.0 release of a narrative-driven, old-school RPG

SHENZHEN, China – 26 Sept. 2024 – The World of Kungfu: Dragon and Eagle, the multi-route wuxia RPG set in the chaotic times of ancient China from developer ChillyRoom, enters a new era of training and discovery with its 1.0 launch on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch on Thursday, 24 Oct. 2024.

Inspired by the gameplay and aesthetics of classic ‘90s RPGs, The World of Kung Fu: Dragon and Eagle takes novice warriors on a dynamic journey with satisfying action, emotional bonds, influential decisions, oddball humor, and plenty of punching. 

Forge a custom kung fu expert, then travel the world and meet a quirky cast of memorable characters, making impactful choices to carve a path of destiny. Each decision leads our wayfarer down one of many routes in an expansive network of branching plotlines. Study the diverse principles of martial arts while communing with feuding clans around the region, each with their own conflicting ideals and beliefs. 

Merge fists and fury with tactical wit to succeed in satisfying turn-based, grid-based encounters. Master the deadly arts of inner and outer kung fu, taking on fierce rivals with heavy-hitting combos, precise moves, and devastating critical strikes. Engage the auto battle system for a more streamlined journey toward glory and enlightenment.

Soak in a culture-rich story in historically accurate Chinese locations featuring several biomes ranging from frigid snow-covered mountains, crumbling ancient ruins, and bustling inner cities. Experience a true wuxia adventure with more than 10 different endings and variable character-driven paths.  

The World of Kungfu: Dragon and Eagle harmonizes fascinating ancient history, punchy martial arts action, and intriguing characters,” said Zeyang Li, CEO, ChillyRoom. “The journey of the novice including their self-discovery, growing abilities, and special bonds are the keystones of any epic tale. We’re excited to finally bring this unforgettable story to warriors around the globe with our 1.0 launch this October.”

The World of Kungfu: Dragon and Eagle launches into 1.0 on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch with full English localization on Thursday, 24 Oct. 2024. For more information, visit ChillyRoom’s official website, join the community on Twitter, Instagram, and Discord, and search #TheWorldofKungfu on social media.

About ChillyRoom

ChillyRoom consists of a passionate team of indie game developers, striving to create interesting games and support talented individuals from the Chinese game industry. They’re best known for their popular mobile games, most notably including Soul Knight, a pixel action shoot’em up with 200 million downloads worldwide. ChillyRoom believes in nurturing the individual creative visions of its developers to foster a positive creative environment and produce the best products possible.

For more information, please visit the official website.

Search, Photograph, and Create Cozy Abodes in Hidden in my Paradise October 9

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AGUASCALIENTES, Mexico — 25 September 2024 — Hidden in my Paradise, the cozy hidden-object game about taking photos and decorating by developer Ogre Pixel, creates wholesome neighborhoods on Nintendo Switch, Steam (PC, Mac, and verified on Steam Deck), and mobile on iOS and Android via publisher Crunchyroll on Wednesday, 9 October 2024. The game will be available for pre-order on the Nintendo eShop Wednesday, 2 October.

Join budding photographer Laly and her fairy companion Coronya as they travel from land to delightful land, finding hidden items and preparing purrrrfect pictures for their portfolio. Interact with little paradises full of life by lifting, moving, and positioning plants, animals, and other objects to check off more items on Laly’s list to become the best photographer around!

Explore vibrant rural, urban, and natural landscapes to uncover hidden treasures. Hover over buildings to peek inside, open boxes, and move items aside to locate missing goodies. Rearrange objects and adorable animals to decorate Paradises and recreate charming scenes to complete Snap missions provided by Laly’s teacher.

The coziness continues outside Story mode! Build custom Paradises in the Level Editor, arranging buildings, furniture, animals, and more for others to search. Share and play puzzles with friends from around the world! Collect more than 900 objects to use via the Gacha machine with tickets and coins given by the furry residents of each Paradise.

“We want to foster a community of passionate fans of the cozy hidden object games,” said Steve Durán, Director and Designer at Ogre Pixel. “By bringing in the level editor to spark creativity and empower the community to create new little paradises, there will be endless replayability between l friends and global neighbors!” 

Hidden in my Paradise will be available for $9.99 USD with no microtransactions and English, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), as well as German language support. 

To seek out more information, visit the official website, join the Discord server, and follow Ogre Pixel on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.  

About Ogre Pixel 

Based in Aguascalientes, México, Ogre Pixel is an indie game studio creating fantastical stories including cozy coyote adventure Lonesome Village, emotional sticker story A Tiny Sticker Tale, and Jumper Jon, which launched on Apple Arcade and was played by more than 500,000 people around the world. Founded in 2014 by Steve Durán, a Game Awards Future Class Member and one of Forbes’ 100 Most Creative Mexicans in the World of 2019, their philosophy is to “work hard to live the dream.” For more information, visit: https://ogrepixel.com/

9th Dawn Remake OUT NOW on Steam – plus the first novel set in the 9th Dawn universe, The Book of Nameless

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9th Dawn Remake and its companion novel The Book of Nameless are launching today on Steam.

Play with a friend with online co-op or 2-player local co-op. Explore and do battle in first-person for the first time, go (hardcore) fishing, revisit favorite locations, raise pets to fight alongside you, enjoy a deck-building card game… The sky’s the limit!

The Book of Nameless a 170-page work by author L.R. Gaunt – is now available as paid DLC or bundled with the game at a discount. Set 100 years before the events of 9th Dawn, the book takes readers alongside Fen Greenbelt and Rena the Teamaster as they battle dragons, goblins, and unknown forces to save the kingdom of Montelorne. Keep your eyes peeled for some never-before-seen storylines ..

“I’m super proud of this one. 9th Dawn Remake is the game I wish I had made all those years ago, a proper start to the 9th Dawn saga. This release is special in many ways … starting with the addition of online co-op. This was a real challenge, and I’m sure fans will appreciate it. Also, there is now an official 9th Dawn novel that is basically a prequel to the whole series. I had a lot of fun collaborating with author L.R. Gaunt and can’t wait to hear what fans think!”

– Tom Au (Founder & Solo Developer, Valorware)

Like the original title, 9th Dawn Remake is a truly massive open world RPG – where dedicated (and curious!) players can spend 200+ hours completing the main and side quests, collecting rare loot, and raising monster pets. Bursting at the seams with dungeon-crawling hijinks, 9th Dawn Remake lovingly riffs on the original 9th Dawn game – revamping the combat and streamlining quests to deliver a novel, exhilarating 9th Dawn experience. 9th Dawn Remake has also been localized into French, Spanish, German, Korean, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, and Brazilian Portuguese!

Features

  • New 2.5D graphics
  • Completely remade dungeons with bigger maps
  • Sprites cleaned and reworked with improved animation
  • Rewritten story and quests
  • Online and 2-player local co-op
  • Combat replaced with more fluid, action-based gameplay
  • First-person mode added
  • Two big mini-games included: Fishing Survivors, a bullet-heaven fishing game – and Deck Rock, a deck-building card game

In the comedic fishing mini-game Fishing Survivors, the amount of fish players defeat directly affects the fishing yield – making for a fun time with the fishies. Fishing Survivors also features a number of different missions that are locked behind overworld map exploration – along with a couple of extra worm warriors to unlock.

Players can also enjoy Deck Rock – a deck-building card mini-game that was inspired by Slay the Spire and Roguebook. Taking control of medieval paper champions, players are tasked with beating game dungeons using the maps found in the main campaign. This turn-based strategy game provides countless hours of fun while players unlock all cards, level up paper champions, and complete dungeons.

Key Features

  • Massive Open World: Explore more than 45 new hand-crafted dungeons – each brimming with deadly creatures and loot.
  • Design Your Build: Unlock spells and abilities, assign attribute points, and upgrade your equipment. 
  • Raise Monster Pets: Hatch friendly creatures from eggs and raise them into powerful allies. 
  • Side Quests: Aid the villages of Montelorne by partaking in a range of side quests.
  • Loot & Prizes: Collect a vast amount of loot and fill your collecting journals for rewards.
  • Craft the Best: Forge weapons, brew potions, and upgrade your weapons to become a champion! 
  • Fishing Survivors Mini-Game: Take control of powerful worm warriors and survive deadly waves of enemy fish.
  • Deck Rock Mini-Game: Collect maps, level up your card champions, and create an epic deck.

9th Dawn Remake is now available on Steam for only $9.91 – 38% off. On October 9 (two weeks after launch), the game will return to its retail price of $15.99. 

The Book of Nameless (PDF) is also on sale for $3.99 (20% off) and will return to its retail price of $4.99 on October 9.

A special bundle containing both 9th Dawn Remake and The Book of Nameless is available for $11.81 (44% off the sale price of the game and book). The bundle will also return to its retail price of $20.98 (15% off full price of game and book) on October 9.

The game’s official OST will be available on September 27 – initially on sale for $3.49 (30% off) and returning to its retail price of $4.99 on October 11.

9th Dawn Remake: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1550180/9th_Dawn_Remake
The Book of Nameless: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3151950
Bundle (game and book): https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/45196
OST: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3228340

About Valorware

Valorware is a UK-based game development and publishing company led by developer Tom Au that is focused on producing content-rich RPGs. In addition to 9th Dawn Remake, Valorware has released Valkyrie Champions, Throne Quest Deluxe, and the 9th Dawn series. To learn more about Valorware, please visit http://valorware.com.

SEVEN KNIGHTS 2 RELEASES A NEW MYTHIC HERO, FATED CONDEMNATION TEO IN LATEST GAME UPDATE

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LOS ANGELESSEPTEMBER 25, 2024 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has launched a new in-game update for the mobile RPG Seven Knights 2. A new mythic hero and multiple limited-time events are now available for players to experience.

Fated Condemnation Teo has been added as a new Mythic Hero. Teo is a Universal Hero who extracts an enemy’s stats to power himself up and uses various debuffs to weaken enemies. His ultimate skill ‘Moonlit Fiend Slasher’ inflicts the Unremovable Ultimate Skill Gauge Increase Disable effect to all enemies within a certain range. This also grants the Invincibility effect to himself and removes the enemy’s buffs. Additionally, a new costume for Teo ‘Other Shadow’ has been added as part of the latest update.

The breakthrough update for the Legendary+ Hero Messenger of the Goddess Platin is now available as well. Players can experience a more powerful Platin, whose skills receive additional stats based on the Breakthrough tier. In addition, players can craft various Relics by using Relic Crystals they can acquire from Field Exploration. 

Seven Knights 2 is hosting a variety of limited-time events that offer valuable rewards, including:

  • Mythic Teo Release Celebration Check-In Event (September 25 – October 23): Check-in for 10 days during the event period to earn up to 70 Hero Summon Tickets.
  • Zeo’s Coin Shop (September 25 – November 20): Players can use Zeo’s Coin to exchange for various rewards such as Zeo’s Party Welcome Gift, Breakthrough Stones, Liberation Stones and more. Zeo’s Party Welcome Gift contains valuable in-game items including Selected Rate Up Equipment Summon Tickets, Pet Step Up Summon Tickets, Hero Summon Tickets and more.

The official sequel to Seven Knights, a game enjoyed by 60 million players globally, Seven Knights 2 takes place 20 years after the original and introduces beautiful open world gameplay. The story centers on the Daybreak Mercenaries who embark on a journey to find the last member of the Seven Knights, “Rudy,” after a series of events involving a mysterious girl named Phiné. Stunning cinematics and graphics powered by Unreal Engine 4 will immerse players in this epic game story filled with unique characters and powerful bosses. Players can collect and develop their heroes and experience a new combat system with powerful ultimates and suppressors.

Seven Knights 2 is available now for download on Google Play, App Store and Windows PC (beta).

More information on Seven Knights 2 can be found on the official Facebook page, YouTube and forums or by visiting Netmarble’s Global 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.

Bloomtown: A Different Story – Gameplay

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After being sent to the small town of Bloomtown out in the country a pair of siblings are ready for a relatively boring summer in the 1960s only to find that this town is anything but boring as children go missing, demons appear, and they begin to unlock special powers in Bloomtown: A Different Story.

Bloomtown: A Different Story – Gameplay

Bloomtown: A Different Story is a narrative JRPG mixing turn-based combat, monster taming and social RPG set in a seemingly pleasant 1960s Americana world. Join Emily and her group of friends to save their cozy town from the demonic creatures that live in the hearts of its residents!

Bloomtown: A Different Story
Developer: Lazy Bear Games, Different Sense Games
Publisher: Twin Sails Interactive
Platform: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam
Release Date: 24 Sep, 2024
Price: $24.99 USD

Available here – https://store.steampowered.com/app/2445990/Bloomtown_A_Different_Story/

Summary:

Recommended – “Bloomtown: A Different Story may wear its inspirations out in the open but it still manages to pull itself together to be its own game thanks to some impressive character writing and solid gameplay.”

Check out our review for Bloomtown: A Different Story here!

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