Age of Empires Mobile is fast approaching its global launch on October 17 and wants to run one final test to assure everything is ready.

Registration for the Global Military Exercise is already underway and concludes on September 21. Interested players can fill out this survey here for a chance at a spot: https://forms.gle/S5Y5gn2APw5z3JZ39. Selected players will be informed via email on how to access the game on September 22.

Available for both iOS and Android players, the Global Military Exercise trial will run September 25 to October 2 and will include the following languages in-game: English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Turkish, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, Indonesian, and Thai.

The test will include the main features to be included in global launch, such as Siege warfare (alliance-versus-alliance combat), the massive global map featuring dynamic weather and six different civilizations to play.

Players can also participate in a massive Imperial City Clash, beginning on September 29, where alliances will battle to conquer a major royal city.

About Age of Empires Mobile

Built from the ground up for mobile and social play, Age of Empires Mobile includes a variety of game features:

• Multiple single-player modes built on the Age of Empires lineage and featuring iconic elements from the original series
• Build your empire in a lively, realistic medieval world featuring stunning civilizations, imperial cities and historical figures
• Immersive battlefields offer one of a kind original gameplay with large-scale castle sieges featuring realistic weapons taking on multi-dimensional defenses in a fight with thousands of players worldwide
• Be strategic as you encounter realistic and interactive terrain and weather and manage multiple troops with real-time micro-control

Built to expand on the series’ lineage, Age of Empires Mobile offers players the opportunity to select from some of the world’s most legendary historic figures to lead their armies. Players choose from dozens of these leaders, such as Barbarossa, Darius the Great, Hammurabi, Joan of Arc and Leonidas I, each featuring unique individual talents and synergies with each other to unleash on your foes. 

The growing Age of Empires Mobile community can be found on Discord, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.   

First Fatality Revealed for Upcoming Guest Fighter, Ghostface from Scream Franchise 

Warner Bros. Games have released the official launch trailer for Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns, an all-new expansion for Mortal Kombat 1 that will be available digitally on Sept. 25 at 1am AEST for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store). 

The launch trailer provides a closer look at the new Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns storyline, which continues the cinematic narrative centred on a dangerous threat that has emerged from an alternate timeline, led by the ruthless Titan Havik. To defeat this menace, Fire God Liu Kang must rally his champions and put faith in his enemies before his New Era of peace is turned into khaos for the realms. 

The trailer also reveals the first Fatality for upcoming guest fighter Ghostface, the recurring identity donned by antagonists from the Scream horror movie franchise, who will be part of Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns alongside the T-1000 Terminator (Terminator 2: Judgment Day) and Conan the Barbarian.  

Additionally, the video highlights new gameplay moments for Cyrax, Sektor, and Noob Saibot, who will all join the roster on Sept. 25 when the expansion releases, as well as four new character skins available as a bonus for those who pre-order Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns, including Wedding Scorpion, Empress Mileena, and klassic Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 versions of Sub-Zero and Noob Saibot.  

Lastly, the trailer shows off a further glimpse at Animalities, the fan-favourite finishing moves thatallow all playable characters to morph into their spirit animal to annihilate defeated opponents, and Towers of Time, a returning mode with an on-going rotation of challenges and in-game events, both of which available as a free content update for all Mortal Kombat 1 owners in conjunction with the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns launch. 

• View and share the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns – Official Launch Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29AmS1UQhLQ

Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns is a new expansion for Mortal Kombat 1, the latest instalment in the acclaimed Mortal Kombat videogame franchise developed by award-winning NetherRealm Studios, which has sold more than 4 million units worldwide to date. The expansion features the next phase in the genre-defining narrative centred around peace and anarchy with all-new Story mode chapters (available Sept. 25), along with the addition of Kombat Pack 2 including six playable characters – Cyrax, Sektor, and Noob Saibot (available Sept. 25), plus Ghostface, T-1000 Terminator, and Conan the Barbarian (post-launch release timing for guests to be announced at a later date). 

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Gameplay and Feature Showcase Hits Hard

Sydney, Australia, 20 September 2024: Undisputed, the first major boxing game in over a decade, gets a fresh trailer that breaks down the standout gameplay and captivating features awaiting players when they climb into the ring this October.

In this behind-the-scenes video, renowned commentator Todd Grisham delves into the intricacies of Undisputed, covering everything from the realistic fighting mechanics to the extensive star-studded roster of current and legendary fighters, to going toe-to-toe with the giants of boxing in Career Mode.

From the opening moments to its closing seconds, the trailer flawlessly immerses viewers in the authentic experience Undisputed promises – the most realistic boxing game released to-date.

Captured entirely in-game on PC, every punch, bruise and knockdown are shown in eye-watering detail. No ringside seat required; experience the thrill of the fight firsthand. Undisputed – developed by Steel City Interactive and published by PLAION – makes its debut on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S and its full release on PC (Steam) from 8 October 2024 for those who purchase the Deluxe WBC Edition and 11 October 2024 for the Standard Edition.

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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 34 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 

To celebrate the release of FINAL FANTASY XVI on PC, Square Enix® and TagMods have teamed up to create a truly epic custom gaming PC. Based on the Dark Eikon Ifrit, this build is massive in size, standing at a mighty 1.4 metres high, and with each horn measuring over 1.5 metres in length!

Best of all, this incredible, one-of-a-kind custom gaming PC is available for Australian residents to have the chance to win. In partnership with NVIDIA GeForce Australia, fans can enter now at; https://gleam.io/B6zQF/final-fantasy-xvi-custom-pc*.

PC Specs:

CPU: Intel Core i9 14900K
GPU:  Aorus GeForce RTX 4080 Master
Motherboard: Aorus Z790i Ultra
RAM: Thermaltake TOUGHRAM XG RGB 32GB DDR5 C36
FANS: Thermaltake CT120 EX ARGB Magnetic Quick Connect
COOLING: Thermaltake Pacific
PSU:  Thermaltake Toughpower SFX 1000W
SSD: 1TB m.2
Total value; AUD$10,000

Many thanks to our hardware partners for helping us deliver a truly epic custom gaming PC for 1x lucky Australian gamer; Thermaltake ANZ, Aorus ANZ, and Intel ANZ, and of course TagMods for the incredible design and build!

Additional custom gaming PC’s based on other Eikons from the game are also being made available for other regions around the world. Please follow the official FINAL FANTASY XVI channels for more information.

FINAL FANTASY™ XVIis available now on PC via Steam® and Epic Games Store.

PlayStation 30^th Anniversary Collection Announced 

PlayStation Australia is excited to share the announcement of the PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection. Information supplied by blog.playstation.com copied below: 

As we continue our celebrations leading up to the 30th anniversary of the first PlayStation console launch, we have a special treat to reveal today that brings the past together with the present. Introducing our PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection to celebrate this wonderful milestone.

The new limited edition designs pay homage to 30 wonderful years of gaming, a journey made possible by the passion and support of our fans and talented game developers. Reminiscent of the very first PlayStation console to launch on December 3, 1994, this limited edition offering utilizes the original PlayStation colour design and integrates it into the latest line of PS5 hardware products.

The PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection will be sold in highly limited supply in the following options:

• PlayStation 5 Pro Console – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition BundIe
  • Includes the limited edition PS5 Pro console with 2TB SSD, Wi-Fi 7, and matching limited edition accessories – 
    • DualSense wireless controller
    • DualSense Edge wireless controller
    • DualSense Charging Station
    • Console Cover for a Disc Drive (Disc Drive sold separately).
    • Vertical Stand
  • Special collector’s Items:
    • Original PlayStation controller-style cable connector housing
    • Four PlayStation Shapes cable ties
    • PlayStation sticker
    • Limited Edition PlayStation Poster (1 of 30 possible designs)
    • PlayStation Paperclip

• PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle 
  • Includes the limited edition PS5 Digital Edition console with 1TD SSD and matching limited edition accessories – 
    • DualSense wireless controller 
    • Console Cover for a Disc Drive (Disc Drive sold separately).
    • Vertical Stand 
  • Special collector’s Items:
    • Original PlayStation controller-style cable connector housing
    • Four PlayStation Shapes cable ties
    • PlayStation sticker
    • Limited Edition PlayStation Poster (1 of 30 possible designs)
    • PlayStation Paperclip

• PlayStation Portal Remote Player – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

• DualSense Edge Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

• DualSense Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)

The PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection will be released on November 21. There will be 12,300 units of the PlayStation 5 Pro Console – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle available for customers to purchase, with limited edition numbers etched onto the unit. The number represents the month and date of the first PlayStation console launch.

We’ve had five fantastic console generations since the launch of our very first PlayStation console. We’re proud of the innovations and experiences we’ve brought to the PlayStation community over the years as we kept up with the latest technology as it advanced. In the early days, the number of pixels was around 300-thousand, and now it is more than 8 million pixels for 4K on screen. Additionally, stereo sound evolved into surround sound – and now we are using 3D audio. The game controller has also evolved, starting with buttons, then came the analog stick and later vibration – and now we have haptics and even adaptive triggers. Everything we’ve done is to ensure PlayStation is the best place to play. We believe the beginning of our journey is an important part of our history at Sony Interactive Entertainment, which is why we are honouring this moment by bringing the original PlayStation design theme into the latest products for PS5 to commemorate the last 30 years. As we look ahead to the future, we will continue to innovate as technology evolves, so you can enjoy each memorable moment in your continued journey with PlayStation.

Please be sure to check in with us regularly on our 30th anniversary webpage as we’ll have more fun celebration activities as we head towards our 30th anniversary. 

We’d like to give a heartfelt thanks to everyone for being a PlayStation fan over the last 30 years. There are plenty of great experiences to come and we look forward to the next 30 and beyond!

PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection Purchase Information – Australia 

Pre-orders begin on the below list starting September 26 10am local time at participating retailers:

• PlayStation 5 Pro Console – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle  
• PlayStation 5 Digital Edition – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Bundle  
• PlayStation Portal Remote Player – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone) 
• DualSense Edge Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone)  
• DualSense Wireless Controller – 30th Anniversary Limited Edition (standalone) 

For the latest PlayStation news, follow PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. 

Discover new screenshots of the game

September 20, 2024 – Microids have unveiled the launch bonuses for the video game, Totally Spies! – Cyber Mission, available to all Nintendo Switch players at release! Embark on a brand-new adventure in Singapore, in the world of the new season of Totally Spies! where action, adventure and infiltration meet. Developed by Balio Studio, Totally Spies! – Cyber Mission will be available on October 31, 2024 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

Fans of Alex, Clover and Sam will be delighted to find this edition specially designed for the launch of the game, which will include:

• The game for Nintendo Switch
• 3 stickers sheets
• An exclusive holographic card
• A super agent certificate from the WOOHP signed

A brand-new adventure in the world of season 7 of the series

Taking on the role of Sam, Clover and Alex, players will be plunged into the heart of Singapore, where every street and every corner holds secrets to be discovered. Based on season 7, which is currently being broadcast.

The story of Totally Spies! – Cyber Mission:

The dazzling trio from Beverly Hills—Sam, Clover, and Alex— is back and they are ready to light up the vibrant streets of Singapore with their spy skills! From the bustling streets of Singapore to AYIA University, embark on an action-packed adventure as you explore all the futuristic spots of the town. But buckle up! As the Spies settle into their new lives, a mysterious menace has emerged to spread chaos and is extending its influence, weaving its presence through the city streets.

Players will join Jerry and Mandy, as well as new characters from season 7 such as Toby, Zerlina and Glitterstar. Whether playing solo or in local multiplayer mode for up to 3 players, they will have the chance to master the art of infiltration, solve complex puzzles and, thanks to a variety of fashionable gadgets, save the world with style!

Game features:

• Secret exploration: Take time to explore the city and its various locations. From the Port to the Bubble Spy Café and the famous gardens by the bay, discover dozens of essential collectibles for your missions! But remember, wherever you are, you never know when you’ll get Woohped…
• Totally incognito: Master the art of infiltration by solving puzzles, collecting items, and remain discreet to avoid being spotted! The mission’s success is at stake.
• Stylish gadgets: Save Singapore in style with an array of high-tech gadgets. From the iconic Compowder to the sleek laser lipstick, each gadget interacts with the environment, to help outwit enemies, and overcome obstacles in your path.
• Strength in unity: Play as your favourite spy and join forces with up to 2 friends in local multiplayer mode! Cooperation is key for overcoming challenges and progressing through the missions, as each spy has her unique strength and special gadgets.
• Just like in the series: Experience an adventure just as if you were in a Totally Spies! episode! Immerse yourself in an original story set in the new season 7 and reunite with all your favourite characters.

Totally Spies! – Cyber Mission will be available from October 31, 2024 in digital and retail versions on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and in digital-only version on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

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Totally Spies! is produced by Zodiak Kids & Family France (part of Banijay Kids & Family). Season 7 launched in France on Gulli (M6) in May, and will air around the world on Discovery Kids LatAm, and Warner Bros. Discovery across EMEA and the US. Gulli and Warner Bros. Discovery EMEA have already confirmed season 8, plus Amazon has unveiled development on a young adult live-action adaptation of Totally Spies! with Amazon MGM Studios, Banijay Kids & Family, and Jessica Elbaum and Will Ferrell’s Gloria Sanchez Productions.

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 Balio Studio

Based in Belgium, BALIO STUDIO is an independent video game development studio dedicated to creating video games. Comprised of over 25 highly skilled experts, they embody the synergy between passion and expertise. Founded in 2009 by the Baglio brothers, BALIO STUDIO has become a key player in video game development in Belgium. Their expertise spans a variety of platforms, including PC/MAC, Nintendo Switch, Playstation 4/5, Xbox One/Series. Their partnership with Microids attests to the quality and reliability that have made BALIO STUDIO renowned. Their portfolio includes games that have not only captivated players but have also been praised for their creativity and innovation.

About Banijay Kids & Family

A global leader, Banijay Kids & Family is the dedicated division for children’s entertainment at content powerhouse, Banijay Entertainment. With world-class production, distribution, marketing, digital, licensing and merchandising capabilities, the company is home to some of the biggest kids properties in the world, including successful and long-running franchises Totally Spies! and Mr Bean.

Led by CEO Benoît Di Sabatino, 2023 was a record breaking year for the business, with its highest-ever number of shows in production, and a healthy pipeline of premium kids and family entertainment, with titles including Shasha & Milo, Super Happy Magic Forest, Topo Gigio, Street Football, Miniheroes of the Forest, Hello Kitty: Super Style! and This World Can’t Tear Me Down.

©2024 MICROIDS SA. All right reserved. Developed by Balio Studio SRL. Published by Microids SA. All rights reserved. Totally Spies! ©2024 Zodiak Kids & Family France Totally Spies!® brand and all related logos, names and distinctive likenesses are the exclusive property of Zodiak Kids & Family France. All rights reserved.

See your greatest fears come to life in Magic: The Gathering’s frightening haunted house set

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Date: 4564 AR
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1 | Hello? |
2 | Please. Is someone listening? |
3 | If anyone can hear me, don’t go through the door. |
4 | They’ll come for you. |
5 | Is that-? No–no…please— |

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**MESSAGE** Highlight the black box text to see what it reveals.

20 September, 2024 – Wizards of the Coast today launched prerelease events for Duskmourn: House of Horror, the latest set for the world-renowned trading card game, Magic: The Gathering (MTG). Introducing a retro horror-inspired plane where evil lurks behind every door, Duskmourn will test the nerve of any player who hopes to survive its haunting and ever-changing halls. Duskmourn: House of Horror will be released for MTG Arena on 24 September and tabletop on 27 September if you dare.

Don’t look behind you, don’t give in to fear, and whatever you do, don’t split up.

You’ve entered Duskmourn, and there’s no turning back. This plane-enveloping House harbours horrors beyond your worst nightmares and breathes life into your greatest fears. In fact, you’re filled with an unsettling awareness that the House itself is alive…and it’s out to get you.

When the son of Planeswalker Tamiyo, Nashi, mysteriously disappears, leaving nothing behind but a glitched recording of a terrifying world, a rescue squad is assembled to follow his last-known steps into Duskmourn. Niko, Tyvar, The Wanderer, Zimone, and Kaito must navigate the malevolent house and face the horrors that await them.

Duskmourn feeds on the fear of its inhabitants. If you hope to overcome it, you’ll need to master new and returning mechanics and use them to your advantage before we get you first:

• Room cards: nothing is as it seems in Duskmourn, and its rooms are no exception. Rooms are enchantment cards that represent locations in the house you can explore. Once cast, players choose which door they want to unlock first, unleashing what awaits within. Brave enough to continue exploring? Simply pay the other door’s cost later to discover what it contains.
• Manifest dread: a new keyword action that allows you to instil a fear of the unknown into your opponents. When a player manifests dread, they look at the two top cards of their library. They then select one to put face down as a colourless 2/2 creature while the other goes to the graveyard. If the card is a creature card, its controller can pay its cost to flip it up at any time for its mana cost.
• Impending: look out ahead!! This new mechanic appears on the formidable mythic ‘Overlord’ cards. By playing these cards at a reduced cost, they enter the battlefield as non-creatures with a set number of time counters. These will gradually be removed on each turn, instilling a foreboding sense of danger as players wait for the creature to be unleashed.
• Survival: creatures with survival trigger a unique ability when they live to the end of the combat phase tapped. If you can outplay your opponent, survival will be the reward.
• Eerie: an ability that triggers whenever an enchantment enters the battlefield or when the second door of a room is unlocked.
• Delirium: a returning keyword that grants an improved effect when its controller has four or more different card types in their graveyard.
• Glimmer: there’s light in the dark. Glimmers are new enchantment creature types that are benevolent representations of a survivor’s hopes and dreams. When they die, these creatures return to the battlefield as enchantments but lose the creature type. This way, their effects live on, continuing to inspire hope.

See Duskmourn and its awe-inspiring horrors represented in unique and creepy treatments. You’ll see its ever-changing rooms showcased in Full Art Manor Lands, offering twisted vignettes from many unsettling—and impossible—landscapes. These include the eerie Mistmoors, frozen Floodpits, rotted Balemurks, sulphurous Boilerbilges, and voracious Hauntwoods.

But that’s not all that awaits. Duskmourn pays homage to iconic retro horror imagery with Paranormal Frame cards. These bring eye-popping imagery and frightful figures in static form, serving as a reminder that while you’ll come to depend on technology to survive, that same technology could be turned against you…

And the other survivors? You’ll see them represented in Double Exposure cards, a haunting art style reminiscent of classic horror photography. These can also be seen in textured foil versions, available exclusively in Collector Boosters.

Don’t look away, they’re coming for you! Brace yourself for a jumpscare with Mirror Monster cards, revealing a frightening visage of a monster’s reflection. To add to the creeping uncertainty, take care that your card isn’t a Lurking Evil variant. There might just be a creeping figure ready to strike when you least expect it…

Those eager to snatch up some Collector Boosters may also come across Japanese Showcase cards. These exceedingly rare treatments, and their even rarer Fracture Foil variants, will feature art styles from renowned Japanese illustrators and artists. These include Silent Hill creature designer Masahiro Ito’s terrifying “Damnation” Special Guest card featuring Duskmourn’s elder demon, Valgavoth our Devouring Father will protect us.

Magic the Gathering: Duskmourn: House of Horror includes Play Boosters, Collector Boosters, Commander Decks, Prerelease Packs, and Bundles. A special ‘Nightmare Edition’ Bundle will also launch on October 18, 2024. For more information on Duskmourn: House of Horror, visit: https://magic.wizards.com/en/products/duskmourn-house-of-horror.

ABOUT MAGIC: THE GATHERING

Magic: The Gathering’s compelling characters, fantastic worlds, and deep strategic gameplay have entertained and delighted fans for more than 30 years. Fans can experience Magic through the tabletop trading card game, the digital game Magic: The Gathering Arena, a New York Times bestselling novel, and a critically acclaimed comic book series. With more than 50 million fans to date, Magic is a worldwide phenomenon published in more than 150 countries.

ABOUT HASBRO

Hasbro is a global branded entertainment leader whose mission is to entertain and connect generations of fans through the wonder of storytelling and exhilaration of play. Hasbro delivers engaging brand experiences for global audiences through gaming, consumer products and entertainment, with a portfolio of iconic brands including MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, Hasbro Gaming, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH and PEPPA PIG, as well as premier partner brands.

Hasbro is guided by our Purpose to create joy and community for all people around the world, one game, one toy, one story at a time. For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute and one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50. For more information, visit www.corporate.hasbro.com

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO’sroster is now complete! The game will feature 182 characters, the most there has ever been in a Budokai Tenkaichi game. In a new video, Jun Furutani, the game’s producer, also shares more about the Episode Battle and Custom Battle modes.

A lot of new characters just got revealed, coming from:

• DRAGON BALL SUPER: Cabba, Cabba Super Saiyan, Cabba Super Saiyan 2, Frost, Toppo and Frieza Force Soldier
• Broly – The Legendary Super Saiyan movie: Broly (Z), Broly (Z) Super Saiyan, Broly (Z) Legendary Super Saiyan
• Cooler’s Revenge and The Return of Cooler movies: Cooler, Cooler Final Form and Metal Cooler
• Super Android 13 movie: Android 13 and Fusion Android 13
• Dead Zone movie: Super Garlic Jr.
• The World’s Strongest movie: Dr. Wheelo
• Lord Slug movie: Lord Slug and Lord Slug Giant Form
• Tree of Might movie: Turles
• Bojack Unbound movie: Bojack and Full Power Bojack
• Wrath of the Dragon movie: Hirudegarn and Tapion
• Fusion Reborn movie: Janemba, Super Janemba, Super Gogeta (Z)
• DRAGON BALL: Goku (Teen)

Along with the new characters, the video also delves into the Episode Battle and Custom Battle modes. In Episode Battle, players will be able to relieve some of the epic battles from the anime with 8 different characters available: Goku, Vegeta, Gohan, Piccolo, Jiren, Future Trunks, Goku Black and Frieza. Goku’s will be the longest with events starting from the Saiyan invasion on Earth, up until the Tournament of Power in Dragon Ball Super.

Custom Battle will let players not only discover some of the original scenario created by the development team, but also create their own dream scenario with pre-battle and post-battle cutscenes or specific effects and the characters they want, before sharing it with the world!

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO will launch on 11 October 2024 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Pre-orders of the Digital and Ultimate Edition come with a three-day early access that will start on 8 October at 00:00 CEST. Pre-orders of the game will also receive a new playable character, Goku (Mini) from the upcoming DRAGON BALL DAIMA anime.

For more information about DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO and other titles from Bandai Namco Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Instagram. Join the conversation on X.

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Arrive like Batman this Batman Day! Batmobile rides launch on Uber, giving fans free trips in the iconic vehicle to celebrate Batman Day!

• To celebrate Batman Day and 85 years since Batman’s first appearance in comics, DC and Warner Bros. Discovery Australia are partnering with Uber to give Aussie fans free trips in Batman’s iconic Batmobile.
• The trips are available on demand, on a first come first served basis via the Uber app in Sydney and Adelaide for two days only in each city (Friday 20 to Saturday 21 September in Sydney, and Friday 27 to Saturday 28 September in Adelaide)

Wednesday 18 September 2024 – Sydney and Adelaide, Australia: Batman Day (21 September) is arriving in Australia in style, with Warner Bros. Discovery Australia and Uber inviting fans in Sydney and Adelaide to enjoy free rides in Batman’s iconic Batmobile.  

Celebrated around the world on the third Saturday of September, Batman Day is a day where fans of all ages and backgrounds can commemorate Gotham City’s iconic DC Super Hero, the world of Batman and all that comes with it. 2024 marks 85 years of The Caped Crusader, so it is also a particularly special day for fans to celebrate how Batman is recognised across the globe thanks to his portrayal in universally beloved comic books, TV shows, cartoons and movies.  

To mark the 85^th anniversary, Batman’s loyal aide, Alfred Pennyworth has snuck the Batmobile out of the Batcave, giving fans of the masked vigilante the chance to take a trip through the city in the passenger seat of Batman’s crimefighting vehicle, courtesy of Uber. From the streets of Gotham City to the picturesque cities of Sydney and Adelaide, fans can experience the thrill of hitching a ride with one of the world’s most iconic vehicles while cruising past some of Australia’s most famous landmarks. Whether it’s a trip along Sydney’s iconic Bondi Beach or a scenic ride down the Adelaide Riverbank, the Batmobile will be free for fans to enjoy for two days only, so they can celebrate Batman Day in style. 

On Friday 20 and Saturday 21 September in Sydney, and Friday 27 and Saturday 28 in Adelaide, fans will be able to order a trip in the fan-built Batmobile for free  on demand in the Uber app. Trips will be available on a first come, first served basis, and riders must be near the Batmobile at the time of booking, within a 5km radius around Sydney and Adelaide CBD. Batman fans must leave their Robin at home though, with only one passenger seat available per trip. If users don’t see the Batmobile as an option in the app, it means that Batman is busy, so make sure you get in quick to avoid missing out on this truly unique experience! To further celebrate Batman’s legacy, some lucky fans may be gifted Batman merch from Gotham Collectables to help mark the special occasion. 

Sasha Mackie, Senior Director of Marketing at Warner Bros. Discovery Australia, said: “There is no Super Hero more iconic than the Caped Crusader, and no ride more iconic than the Batmobile, so we are excited to be giving Aussies the opportunity to experience the Batmobile for the first time. Batman Day is a day where all fans are invited to celebrate all things the Dark Knight, so whether you love the movies or find your passion in the catalogue of comics, animated series and games, a trip in the Batmobile is something all fans can enjoy.” 

Emma Foley, Managing Director of Uber Australia and New Zealand said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with Warner Bros. Discovery Australia to help Aussies celebrate Batman Day in style by offering fans in Sydney and Adelaide the truly unique experience of taking a ride in Batman’s iconic Batmobile. For two days only, the trips will be available on demand and for free on the Uber app, so fans can experience the ultimate thrill of riding shotgun in the Batmobile.” 

And for those unable to book a trip in the Batmobile, there are more ways to celebrate Batman Day, with exciting events and experiences taking place across Australia, including: 

• Family activations at selected Vicinity Centres: Families can get involved in Batman 85^th celebrations at their local Vicinity Centre, with 17 retail destinations nationwide hosting unique activations across September and October, including meet and greets from the Caped Crusader himself, crafting stations, special Batman themed children’s play areas, and more. Fans can find their closest participating Vicinity Centre here from 18 September. 
• See “Batman” in Concert: For the first time ever, TEG Life Like Touring and TCG are bringing “Batman” in Concert to Australia, where fans can enjoy the epic 1989 Batman film on the big screen with some of Australia’s finest symphony orchestras performing the iconic Danny Elfman score!  Seats can be secured here. 
• Pick up your own Batman toys and merch: The latest Batman consumer products are taking over retailers including BIG W, Australia Post and ZING Pop Culture. A highlight is the epic Batman 1:15^th Tumbler Remote Control Batmobile, which will keep fans entertained for hours. 

The details for the Batmobile arriving on Uber are below: 

• What: The Batmobile will be available to book trips on Uber for Batman Day 
• Where: Within a 5km radius of the CBDs in Sydney and Adelaide. Remember that you have to be near the Batmobile for it to show up on your app! 
• When:
  • Friday 20 and Saturday 21 September 2024, between 11am – 3pm local time in Sydney
  • Friday 27 and Saturday 28 September 2024, between 11am – 3pm local time in Adelaide 
• How: Trips can be booked on demand for one passenger at a time via the Uber app 
• Cost: Free, courtesy of Uber 

About Warner Bros. Discovery 

Warner Bros. Discovery (Nasdaq: WBD) is a leading global media and entertainment company that creates and distributes the world’s most differentiated and complete portfolio of content and brands across television, film and streaming. Available in more than 220 countries and territories and 50 languages, Warner Bros. Discovery inspires, informs and entertains audiences worldwide through its iconic brands and products including: Discovery Channel, discovery+, CNN, DC, Eurosport, HBO, Max, HGTV, Food Network, OWN, Investigation Discovery, TLC, Magnolia Network, TNT, TBS, truTV, Travel Channel, MotorTrend, Animal Planet, Science Channel, Warner Bros. Pictures, Warner Bros. Television, Warner Bros. Games, New Line Cinema, Cartoon Network, Adult Swim, Turner Classic Movies, Discovery en Español, Hogar de HGTV and others.

About DC 

DC, part of Warner Bros. Discovery, creates iconic characters and enduring stories and is one of the world’s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels.  DC’s creative work entertains audiences of every generation around the world with DC’s stories and characters integrated across Warner Bros. Discovery’s film, television, animation, consumer products, home entertainment, games, and themed experiences divisions, and on the DC Universe Infinite digital comic subscription service. 

About Uber 

Uber’s mission is to create opportunity through movement. We started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: how do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 15 billion trips later, we’re building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities. 

New Trailer Showcases the Seven Heroes’ Past and Two New Classes

SYDNEY (Sept. 20, 2024) – SQUARE ENIX® has released a thrilling demo for Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven, a full HD remake of the hit RPG that sold more than 1 million copies upon its 1993 release in Japan. Ahead of the game’s Oct. 25 launch on Nintendo Switch^™, PlayStation^®5 (PS5^®), PlayStation^®4 (PS4^®) and PC via Steam^®, players can pre-order the game across all platforms to receive two useful items, Shiyuan’s Tactical Primer and Cat’s Amulet, to assist with their adventure.

A new trailer showcasing the fallen Seven Heroes, giving players a hint towards their past, and two new classes, Imperial Blacksmith and Dancer, can be viewed here:

In the demo, players step into the shoes of the Emperor Leon and, with his second son, Prince Gerard, start an epic journey that will span across generations as Leon, Gerard and subsequent emperors contend with the Seven Heroes – once revered heroes who, for reasons unknown, now seek revenge against the world. The demo concludes with a battle with Kzinssie, one of the Seven Heroes, setting the stage for the multi-generation story to unfold. As save data from the demo is transferable to the full game, players can seamlessly continue their adventure upon the game’s Oct. 25 launch.

In Romancing SaGa 2: Revenge of the Seven, players will embark on a multi-generation adventure to protect and expand their empire. With the free-form scenario system, the player’s choices will impact how the story develops, including who inherits the imperial throne with each successive generation. Developed by the team behind the 2020 remake Trials of Mana, this ground-up remake and standalone story will feature modern visuals, reworked strategic gameplay and various other enhancements that will delight longtime SaGa fans and newcomers alike, including the ability to switch between the classic soundtrack and a newly rearranged version, plus three difficulty modes that can be adjusted at any point.

Romancing Saga 2: Revenge of the Seven will be available for Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4, and PC via Steam on Oct. 25. A free downloadable demo is available for all platforms. For more information, visit: https://www.romancingsaga2.com/.

About the SaGa Series

SaGa is a series of revolutionary role-playing games (RPG), created by legendary game developer Akitoshi Kawazu (FINAL FANTASY, FINAL FANTASY II, SaGa Frontier). Since THE FINAL FANTASY LEGEND was released in 1990 for the Game Boy, the series has expanded with several additional entries across numerous platforms. Other SaGa franchise regulars include illustrator Tomomi Kobayashi, who has given the series its own unique style, and composer Kenji Ito (Mana series). Although the SaGa franchise shares its roots with FINAL FANTASY, the SaGa series has always incorporated revolutionary and challenging gameplay mechanics, such as player choice, branching storylines and implementing characters with wildly different playstyles, setting it apart from other JRPG series. A full HD-remake of Romancing SaGa 2, the hit RPG that sold more than 1 million copies upon its 1993 release in Japan, will be released on modern platforms on October 24, 2024.

About Square Enix Ltd.

Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY™, which has sold over 185 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 88 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.