Peel back the layers of dirt in PowerWash Simulator’s Shrek Special Pack on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch 

Brighton, UK – 19 September 2024 – FuturLab and Square Enix Collective® are excited to announce that the next paid DLC PowerWash Simulator Shrek Special Pack will launch on October 10, 2024 on PC, Xbox, PlayStation and Switch.

About Shrek Special Pack

Equipped with your trusty array of Power Washers, it’s your quest to bring this world back to its vibrant, fairy tale glory. Some of you may get wet, but that is a sacrifice we’re willing to make. So, what exactly will you be washing?

• Shrek’s Swamp – Restore Shrek’s Swamp to its former *ahem*  glory  after being covered in glittery goop in this super-satisfying, high-contrast clean-up. You can even go inside his home, and marvel at the incredible attention to detail paid to making it feel authentic to the movies. Well, after you’ve cleaned up all the gunk, of course.
• Duloc – In Duloc, you’ll discover a collection of art left behind by some disgruntled (but artistically gifted) knights.
• Fairy Godmother’s Potion Factory – This iconic location from Shrek 2 has been meticulously recreated, complete with working machines. It’s down to you to de-gunk them, you wouldn’t want to gum up the inner workings of the Fairy Godmother’s potion empire, would you?
• Dragon’s Lair – This glittering hoard is not so shiny anymore – cue your arrival! As you clean it, you’ll discover more than just gold and gems – you’ll also reveal some tasty details for fans of the Shrek universe.
• Hansel’s Honeymoon Hideaway – This candy-coated cottage has seen better days. Bring it back to its gingerbread glory in this deliciously detailed job. 

As you play and spray, you’ll receive messages from some familiar faces and, in usual PowerWash fashion, the campaign is playable with a friend in co-op, or up to six players in free play. That means you can wash up late sharing manly stories, and in the morning one of you can make waffles.

About PowerWash Simulator

PowerWash Simulator is a relaxing single player or online co-op simulation game for all ages where players fire up their virtual power washers and blast away every speck of dirt from the patios, pavements, vehicles, and public parks featured across the levels. This cathartic game has gathered a huge following of people who want to relax and unwind with no threats, timers or antagonists – allowing them to immerse themselves in a soothing space where they can have fun, be creative and go at their own pace whilst feeling a satisfying sense of achievement.

The Shrek Special Pack launches October 10, 2024 as paid DLC for PowerWash Simulator on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam and Windows from $7.99 / €7.99 / £6.50.

About FuturLab

FuturLab is an award-winning game studio based in Brighton, UK. We have developed and published remarkable games on PC and console since 2003. Our best known titles include: Velocity 2X, Tiny Trax, Mini-Mech Mayhem, Peaky Blinders: Mastermind and, most recently, PowerWash Simulator. We believe that healthy and happy teams create the best games, which is why we promote a positive working environment with many benefits and zero crunch.

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 FANTASYTM, which has sold over 185 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST TM, which has sold over 88 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS TM. Square Enix Ltd is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

About Square Enix Collective®

Square Enix Collective® is a London-based division of Square Enix Ltd. The Collective programme was launched in 2014 to assist indie game developers build community awareness for hundreds of games pitches and has helped teams to raise in excess of $1.2 million via Kickstarter campaigns. Collective has now published and distributed a range of indie titles since April 2016 and is on the look-out for great new projects and talented teams to work with globally – whether it’s publishing support for a development that’s already funded, or investment to help the creation of a game.

Prepare to discover the dark secrets of the abandoned school and face your worst nightmares in Keplerians’s stylish first-person horror game.

Madrid, Spain – 19th September 2024. Meridiem is excited to announce that it will publish a physical retail edition of Evil Nun: The Broken Mask, a terrifying first-person horror video game based on the popular Evil Nun franchise created by Keplerians. In this game, players must escape from a sinister nun within the eerie confines of an abandoned school. Developed by Keplerians along with the horror game dev Carlos Coronado, this new title further expands the Evil Nun universe.

The physical edition of Evil Nun: The Broken Mask will be available on November 19th, 2024, across Europe via specialist stores for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5. This release marks another milestone in Keplerians’ commitment to providing unique and memorable horror experiences to its growing community of fans.

Meridiem and Keplerians have been responsible for the design and production of this physical edition. They have created a special Unholy Edition for Evil Nun: The Broken Mask, which includes a Special Case, a Camp Admission Letter, Digital Soundtrack download code and Art Book featuring a collection of concept art of the main characters and iconic settings.

Avoid Sister Madeline, the evil nun who punishes children with her gigantic hammer. You will have to escape from the school at all costs but along the way you will discover that you are not the only child trapped. Don’t be surprised when sister Madeline follows you into hard to reach places as she chases you through the school. 

Watch the trailer for Evil Nun: The Broken Mask below

WELCOME TO EAGLE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL. You have been selected to participate in a religious summer camp that promises to be the ideal place to make friends and spend the summer. As soon as you arrive, you realize it’s a hoax. You are trapped in a ruined school guarded by an evil nun.

MAZE OF POSSIBILITIES. Your main goal is to collect all the pieces and rebuild the mask. But beware – to accomplish your mission, you will have to solve many puzzles and mysteries as you explore this terrifying school. What is the real story behind the Evil Nun?

6 CHAPTERS, 3 ESCAPE ROUTES AND A LOT OF MYSTERIES. Discover what’s hidden behind every door of this disturbing school. Plus, uncover a terrifying story that will take your breath away. The clues are there for you to discover as you try to find your way out of the school, but don’t forget that there are many things to do before you leave Eagle Junior High School. Different levels of difficulty, mini-games and puzzles await you. Are you ready for the challenge?

THIS IS THE EVIL NUN. One of the most popular horror titles with almost 100 million downloads comes to PC and console platforms completely redesigned with new puzzles, scenarios and graphics that will make you live a horror adventure like never before.

Features

• An extensive map of a cursed summer camp at Eagle Junior High Catholic school.
• Sister Madeline is a very clever but creepy and possessed nun. She constantly chases you with her infamous hammer.
• Many chapters, escape routes and puzzles to complete.
• Create different objects with the help of the lost children to confront the evil nun.
• Minigames and more!

You can now pre-order Evil Nun: The Broken Mask Unholy Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in stores in Europe. The game will arrive on November 19, 2024.

For more information, please visit www.meridiem-games.com

About Meridiem

We are Meridiem, a video game publisher and distributor in love with its culture, which we protect and pass on in order to preserve it. We do this by fostering talent through investment in independent projects with potential, bringing back classic titles, promising indies and AAA games while continuing to support the physical format.

About Keplerians

We are a horror games developing and publishing company founded in 2013. Since then we have been terrifying our players with our evil villains: Evil Nun, Ice Scream and Mr Meat. Our games gather +600M downloads.

London (September 19, 2024) Starting today, Willamette Parkview Mall reopens its doors as Dead Rising™ Deluxe Remaster launches digitally today across Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®5, and PC via Steam! Practically a remake, Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster is the deluxe remaster of the classic Dead Rising™ game from 2006 featuring incredible action, over-the-top combat and a compelling storyline, all brought back to life with the power of Capcom’s RE ENGINE. Now players can control photojournalist hero Frank West as he carves and blasts his way through hordes of zombies like never before in up to 4K resolution with a 60 FPS frame rate, while also taking a spin with new ridiculous costumes, added voice lines, more user-friendly controls, and much more!

Check out the launch trailer, official promotional song, and story trailer on YouTube. For more information on Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, visit the official website and Twitter/X page.

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster introduces freelance photojournalist Frank West as he ventures to Willamette, Colorado after overhearing there is something unnatural going on in town. Frank soon finds out he is in the middle of a zombie takeover and has to survive for 72 hours! Whether players simply choose to survive or opt to take on the challenge of uncovering the truth about the outbreak is entirely up to them!

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster also brings a horde of new features to the zombie paradise action, including:

• Improved Graphics: Experience Willamette Parkview Mall being overrun by hordes of zombies like never before in up to 4K resolution with a 60 FPS frame rate!
• Updated Character Models: Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster introduces new, high-end character modeling for Frank West, the unhinged Psychopaths, NPCs like Brad, Jessie, Isabela, and the beloved Madonna, survivors of the outbreak, and the seemingly endless waves of zombies!
• Expanded Language Support: For the first time ever, Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster comes fully packed with voiceovers for all characters in nine different languages, including English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Castilian Spanish, and Russian! The game will also have subtitles across 14 languages, including the aforementioned nine, plus Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Polish, and Arabic*!
• 3, 2, 1…Cheese! Various photo filters like Black and White, Sepia, Vintage, Pixel Art, and more have been added to the game’s photo feature so players can flex their creativity as the best zombie-hunting photojournalist in the biz.
• Quality-of-Life Improvements: Move while aiming! Customise your action shots! Auto-save! And a ton more!

The Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Digital Deluxe Edition comes with 17 wacky Frank West costumes like Licker, Mega Man, and Ashley Graham just to name a few, as well as 17 BGM tracks that can be played throughout the shopping mall. And don’t forget… physical versions of the game release for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024!

About Capcom

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com  or news.capcomusa.com.

Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil and Street Fighter are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries, in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners

Sydney, Australia – September 19, 2024: Join Warren Spector, Creative Director on Disney Epic Mickey, and Purple Lamp, the studio responsible for Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, as they give fans a behind-the-scenes look at the return of a classic.

Learn more about Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed in the new Developer Diary Trailer:

“No matter who you are, where you are, or how old you are, Mickey Mouse was part of your life at some point. That’s why we felt really responsible to provide you with the best Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed journey you can have.” – Warren Spector, Creative Director

Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is much more than a simple platformer. It’s timeless. And while graphics, camera, and interface have been improved, the heart of the game is still there. You, as the player, as Mickey Mouse, push the story forward.

For those of you who want to take a closer look right away, play the Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed demo NOW:

• Steam: https://shorturl.at/9WGj5
• PS5: https://shorturl.at/6kwWF
• Xbox: https://shorturl.at/1GzIu

Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is coming to PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch on September 24, 2024.

Pre-order the game: https://epicmickey.thqnordic.com/

Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, a faithful remake of the beloved classic adventure, is being developed by Purple Lamp in collaboration with Disney Games and published by THQ Nordic. Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed is scheduled for release across PS4™, PS5™, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo® Switch and PC on September 24, 2024.

Follow @thqnordic for all Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed news and updates.

Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed Features:

• Explore a reimagined Wasteland, full of Disney’s timeless characters and stories.
• Wield the magic brush: Paint to create, thinner to alter. Every choice shapes your story.
• Meet Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, Disney’s original star, in a rich, narrative-driven world.
• Enjoy advanced gameplay with new abilities and enhanced visuals in a classic setting.
• Mickey has new moves such as dash, ground pound and sprinting.
• High replayability with multiple endings based on your unique playstyle and decisions.

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About THQ Nordic

The THQ Nordic official boiler plate can be found here: https://thqnordic.com/company/about

Japan-exclusive physical edition for Nintendo Switch now available for preorder

TOKYO – September 18, 2024 — Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT-, the turn-based dungeon crawler RPG Touhou Project fan game from publisher Phoenixx and developer AQUASTYLE, launches today on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch™. Japan-exclusive physical editions (with optional limited edition) and merchandise are available for pre-order today ahead of a Thursday, November 28th release.

Touhou superfans and roguelite aficionados alike can enjoy an enhanced Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT- experience on consoles. Delve into enriched, expanded dungeons, thanks to a new character, a new sub-dungeon, increased level caps, additional boss spell card locations, and updated animations. Venture down a new narrative path with a deepened Hakurei Shrine Restoration Plan, and find out what happens upon refilling the pond…

The Hakurei Shrine has been pillaged by an unknown enemy, and the fate of Gensokyo – a realm inhabited by both humans and yokai – lies in the hands of Shrine Maiden Reimu once again! With Marisa Kirisame’s help, guide Reimu through dozens of dungeons to save Gensokyo from the torment of a mysterious foe. Rebuild the sacred shrine to its former glory while unveiling clues explaining its destruction. 

Pair up with fellow 60+ Touhou heroines and reconstruct the Shrine. Utilize each character’s distinct spell and abilities, and upgrade powers with their personal skill trees to tilt the odds in the duo’s favor. Stock up on consumables to prolong each dungeon dive, and illuminate surroundings before progressing to strategize every step forward.

Equip right-hand weapons and left-hand armor items, earn and cast Boss Spell cards, and collect donations to fund the rebuilding of the sacred shrine. Battle brutal fairies, vampires, and shapeshifters guarding valuable treasure. When suffering defeat, return to the Shrine with gear and XP in tow, maintaining progress throughout each attempt.

“Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT- is a roguelite with something for everyone,” said JYUNYA, head of AQUASTYLE. “Come for the artwork, stay for the gameplay, or vice versa! Progress is never lost to the dungeons, so players can enjoy a challenging experience while never missing out on the amazing story.”

Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT-is available on PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch on for $37.99. Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT- supports language options in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese. For more information, follow Phoenixx on X / Twitter and YouTube, or visit the official website at: https://fushigen4.jp/

About Phoenixx

Established in 2019 by industry veterans, Phoenixx aims to support innovative and creative developers from Japan and around the world. Its mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one creator, one game, and one community at a time.

About AQUASTYLE

AQUASTYLE is both a game development studio and music production studio with multiple contributions to the Touhou universe since its inception in 2001.

Sydney, Australia – September 19, 2024: We know many of you are eagerly awaiting the next chapter in the Darksiders saga, teased during THQ Nordic’s 2024 August Showcase. Well, we have news—but this isn’t that announcement! With that anticipation set aside, let’s focus on what’s coming very soon: a remastered and enhanced version of Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition, arriving on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S/X on October 15^th.

This upgraded edition of the beloved action-adventure brings 4K resolution, ray tracing, and enhanced lighting and shadows to harness the power of today’s consoles. If you’re playing on PlayStation 5 with a DualSense controller, you’ll also get to experience the full impact of haptic feedback, adding extra depth and immersion to every strike as Death. The game’s loading times have been drastically improved thanks to SSD technology, ensuring a smoother experience overall.

Check the Website for more information: https://darksiders2.thqnordic.com

Mark your calendars: Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition launches on October 15^th. Prepare to step into the boots of a Horseman of the Apocalypse and fulfill your destiny!

About Darksiders II – Deathinitive Edition (Gen9 Consoles)

Deathinitive Edition Remastered (PS5/Xbox Series) Features:

• Stunning Visuals: Experience this feature and content-rich action adventure in beautiful 4K. Enhanced by the use of ray tracing and delivering vastly improved lighting and shadows.
• Haptic Feedback: Each one of Death’s attacks and abilities are felt in your hands with the immersive haptic feedback of the DualSense wireless controller
• Fast Loading: Darksiders II Deathinitive Edition takes advantage of fast loading, using ultra-high speed SSD.

Deathinitive Edition Features:

• Darksiders 2 with all DLC included and integrated into the game, offering a total playtime of more than 30 hours
• Reworked and tuned game balancing and loot distribution
• Improved and reworked level, character and environment graphics

Game Features:

• Play Death: Become the most feared of the legendary Four Horsemen, able to destroy entire worlds and battle forces beyond Heaven and Hell.
• Epic Universe: Unlike anything the player has seen before, delivered in the unique style of Joe Mad.
• Player Choice & Customisation: Customise your experience with varied armour sets, weapons, and Skill Trees allowing players to create their own Death.
• Replay-ability: Explore a vast open world, complete dozens of side quests and customise your Death with a full leveling system, Skill Trees and endless equipment combinations.
• Traversal: Death is a nimble and agile character capable of incredible acrobatic feats allowing the player to explore the world like never before

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About THQ Nordic
The THQ Nordic official boiler plate can be found here: https://thqnordic.com/company/about
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Fourth and largest DLC pack also features Michelle McCool, Kairi Sane, Dragon Lee, new moves and MyFACTION content

Battle around the world with the WWE® 2K24 Global Superstars Pack*, available today. Featuring a whopping seven Superstars – Australian-American Nia Jax, Americans Jade Cargill and Michelle McCool, Puerto Rican Carlito, Irish Lyra Valkyria, Japanese Kairi Sane, and Mexican Dragon Lee – the fourth WWE 2K24 DLC pack is the biggest pack of the year and brings even more star power and international flavour to the highest-rated console game in WWE 2K franchise history.**

Powerhouse Nia Jax is the current and two-time WWE Women’s Champion, Queen of the Ring and two-time Women’s Tag Team Champion. Making her WWE 2K franchise debut, statuesque Jade Cargill, one half of the current and two-time Women’s Tag Team Champions alongside WWE 2K24 Deluxe Edition cover Superstar Bianca Belair, brings superheroic size and strength to the ring. A member of the villainous Judgment Day faction, the crafty Carlito is a former United States Champion, Intercontinental Champion, WWE Tag Team Champion and World Tag Team Champion, complete with his shiny, red apple as a usable object. Lyra Valkyria is a former NXT Women’s Champion and rising star on the Raw roster. WWE Legend Michelle McCool is a two-time WWE Divas Champion and a two-time WWE Women’s Champion. The high-flying Kairi Sane is a former NXT Women’s Champion, two-time Women’s Tag Team Champion, and winner of the 2017 Mae Young Classic. Rounding out the pack, masked luchador Dragon Lee is a former NXT North American Championship and a member of the Latino World Order faction. Each playable character also comes with their own MyFACTION card, and they collectively bring over 77 new moves and taunts into the game, which can also be used for custom Superstars in the creation suite.

The Global Superstars Pack is available for individual purchase, or as part of Season Pass, which is included in the Deluxe Edition, and Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition of WWE 2K24. The previously announced ECW Punk Pack, Post Malone & Friends Pack, and Pat McAfee Show Pack are also available now.

Also new to WWE 2K24’s MyFACTION game mode are the currently available Beast Series 2 and Ranked Season 4, as well as an ongoing Slim Jim Macho Man Live Event. The MyFACTION Superstar of the Month is Liv Morgan, who will be featured in several Live Events. Locker code “GOINGGLOBAL” will include Legends Series Diamond Andre the Giant, Diamond Eddie Guerrero ’05 & Amethyst The British Bulldog.*** As usual, new Live Events offering unique earnable rewards will also be available.

The WWE 2K24 Standard Edition is currently on sale for 50% off on Xbox platforms through September 30, and Forty Years of WrestleMania Edition is currently on sale for 45% off on PlayStation platforms through September 25, and 45% off on Xbox platforms through September 30, 2024.****

For more information on WWE 2K24, visit the game’s official website, become a fan on Facebook, follow the game on TikTok, X, and Instagram, and subscribe on YouTube. Official campaign hashtags #WWE2K24 and #FinishYourStory.

A World Depleted of Resources Forces Humanity into Panopticons, Sprawling Prisons Where Freedom Comes Only from the Battlefield

A million-year prison sentence is the price to pay for living. In a dystopian future, the world is ravaged by pollution and depleted of natural resources, and humanity lives in sprawling prison complexes called Panopticons. Bandai Namco Europe will publish FREEDOM WARS REMASTERED, the cult classic action game originally released on PlayStation®Vita, for current-gen platforms early next year.

Set in a nightmarish future where anyone born into this hellscape are deemed “Sinners,” players seek their freedom by volunteering for extremely dangerous combat operations to compete with other Panopticons for what remains of the planet’s dwindling resources. The remastered title will bring enhancements including 4K resolution, upgraded textures, and 60fps for current gen platforms, and is slated for release on January 10, 2025, on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4 and PC via Steam®. For more information, visit <INSERT LINK>

Choose to die in prison or live on the battlefield by watching the FREEDOM WARS REMASTERED announcement trailer below

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE GAME

In the distant future, humanity is in a struggle to survive. Pollution has devastated the planet, and the remnants of humanity are divided amongst city-sized prisons called Panopticons. So scarce are resources that living itself is a crime and those born are immediately given a million years of prison time. Dubbed “Sinners” the only option other than awaiting death in prison is to fight for freedom with allies for resources, to rescue citizens from abduction by rival enemies, or take up arms against other enemy Sinners.

FREEDOM WARS REMASTERED brings enhancements such as 4K resolution, upgraded textures, and 60fps performance on PlayStation and PC, an overhauled weapon crafting system and other game play upgrades, as well as adding difficulty settings. In gameplay that stays true to the widely acclaimed original, players must venture forth into combat to survive. Fortunately, they are given Thorn weapons to help traverse the world and subdue enemies. Thorns allow for fluid three-dimensional movement by jumping and grabbing onto terrain. Players can choose weapons with unique abilities to either set traps, provide healing or increase defense. Thorns can also subdue enemies, even severing limbs or arms for additional resources. As players try to reduce their prison sentence, materials scrounged or taken from fallen enemies on the battlefield can be used to upgrade weapons.

The Panopticon is its own entity – players will come to understand and navigate through their prison environment and use Entitlement Points earned from volunteering for combat to claim new rights from their wardens, such as the ability to run for five seconds or to recline while seated. The wardens are fully customizable android accessories that can even accompany players into battle under their ever-watchful eyes. The Panopticon’s community of prisoners will be crucial to survival…missions support up to 4 Sinners either AI-controlled NPCs or with other players in online co-op. Band together to take on more difficult combat missions, and gradually reduce the million years of incarceration in a life-or-death fight for freedom.

For more information on FREEDOM WARS REMASTERED and other products from Bandai Namco Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok or join the conversation on X.

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About Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S.

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

Bandai Namco 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.

Fight back against tyranny with heart-stopping beats in a cyberpunk tale across PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch

Boulder, Colo. (Sept. 18, 2024) – Moonana Games and Serenity Forge today joined the fight against tyranny with the sweet sweet sound of electrobeats in Keylocker, the cyberpunk rhythm-based JRPG available now across PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch for $19.99: https://serenityforge.com/games/keylocker

Today’s release was celebrated with a launch trailer showcasing the journey you’ll take as you fight to liberate the world of Saturn – one stage at a time: https://youtu.be/v5CsTv2zpcA

In the dystopian metropolis of Saturn, a tyrannical regime has silenced all music – making those who play it outlaws. B0B0, a bold singer and songwriter, must take the fate of Saturn into her hands to dismantle the corrupt government through tactical battles. She’ll navigate real-time executions of moves in a rhythm game style to triumph over adversaries, uncovering the mysteries of the city and its overlords as she headlines concerts with her band’s pulse-pounding electronic jams.

Inspired by classics like the Mario & Luigi RPG series and Chrono Trigger, Keylocker effortlessly combines the charm of physical comedy with rich storytelling and challenging strategic mechanics. This genre-defying mix of JRPG, narrative and rhythm elements promises an unforgettable experience.

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About Moonana Games

With an international team based in South America, USA and Europe, Moonana is a small but dedicated game development studio with a love for off-beat RPGs. Inspired by modern classics, Moonana’s work reimagines the genre by combining quirky characters, heartfelt plots, and sizzling mechanics, creating fresh and unforgettable experiences. 

About Serenity Forge Based in Boulder, Colorado, video game development and publishing studio Serenity Forge prides themselves on the care and dedication they put into their work, creating meaningful games that challenge the way you think. Firm believers in the artistic, cultural, and educational power of video games, Serenity Forge aims to craft unique interactive experiences to broaden players’ horizons and expand their perspectives. 

This reimagining of the original 9th Dawn game delivers everything fans have been asking for … and then some. Bring a friend along with online co-op and 2-player local co-op. Explore and do battle in first-person, go (hardcore) fishing, revisit favorite locations – or stumble on new ones

The Book of Nameless – the first novel in the 9th Dawn universe – will also be available at launch. This 170-page work by author L.R. Gaunt is set 100 years before the events of 9th Dawn. Featuring characters from the games, as well as never-before-seen storylines, 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 …

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!

9TH DAWN REMAKE – NEW 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.

PRICING & AVAILABILITY

9th Dawn Remake will be available on Steam next Wednesday, September 25 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 will also be 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 PDF will be available for $11.89 (15% off the sale price of the game and book). The bundle will also return to its retail price of $17.83 (15% off full price of game and book) on October 9.

The game’s official OST will be available on September 27! It will be on sale for $3.49 (30% off) and will return 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 THE DEVELOPER

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.