Get ready for a Halloween spent in the haunted halls of Taiwan’s infamous Wen Hua University
London, U.K. – September 25th 2024 – PQube, in collaboration with SOFTSTAR ENTERTAINMENT, is gearing up to get you ready for Halloween by announcing that their hit horror title, The Bridge Curse 2: The Extrication, will be arriving on PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on October 24th. Set within Wen Hua University, renowned in Taiwan for its ghost tales and folklore, this first-person survival horror sees you playing as four distinct characters trying to make it through the night alive.
Intent on resurrecting a decades-old campus ghost story, the daring group of film club students orchestrates the ‘Carnival of Horror’ within the infamously haunted ‘Da Ren’ building. As they begin to film, the line between fiction and reality blurs, and inexplicable events begin to unfold. Navigate Wen Hua’s authentically realised winding corridors with echoing footsteps as you try to outwit and evade the formidable ghosts pursuing you, from the sinister ‘Mad Ballerina’, to the bizarre ‘Sergeant Huang’.
Gather cryptic clues, unearth hidden artifacts and solve mind-bending puzzles as you are drawn deep into the hidden conspiracies buried within Wen Hua. Use the school map to uncover hidden pathways and utilise escape routes while confronting the relentless terrors of your haunting stalkers.
“We are very excited about bringing The Bridge Curse 2: The Extrication to PlayStation, Xbox and Switch on October 24th,” said Tyrone Walcott, Product Group Manager. “The response to the game’s PC release was fantastic, particularly with it blowing up on Twitch, and we can’t wait for a new audience to experience that excitement and terror when the game hits consoles next month.”
PQube is a leading international creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment. The company’s teams worldwide are committed to publishing games they love by working closely with development partners and reaching consumers globally on all major gaming platforms. PQube manages a rich portfolio of brands including Kitaria Fables, Tormented Souls, Cat Quest, New Super Lucky’s Tale, BlazBlue, Gal*Gun, White Day, Kill La Kill, Nexomon: Extinction, Guilty Gear and many more.
Explore card details, scoring rules, and nature trivia while enjoying enhanced gameplay in this cosy puzzle game.
Košice, Slovak Republic – September 25 2024. Grindstone and developer Bitmap Galaxy announced today the launch of a new feature for PRESERVE on Steam Early Access, introducing the new Compendium and various gameplay enhancements.
The Compendium adds depth to the Preserve experience:
Detailed information on cards, scoring, and placement rules
Expanded effects explanations
Fascinating natural world trivia
Key gameplay improvements include:
Cancellable removal card action
Adjusted minimum river length from 3 to 2
Enhanced classic mode progression clarity
Updated FSR (FidelityFX Super Resolution) for improved visuals
Bitmap Galaxy is a small game development studio based in Bratislava, Slovakia. They strive to make meaningful and amusing games that avoid any unnecessary realistic violence.
About Grindstone
Grindstone is a videogame production and publishing company with a strong background in game development based in Slovakia. It was founded in 2017 as a spin-off from the well-established Slovakian development studio Games Farm to create new opportunities and support game developers in delivering creatively and commercially viable games that can compete on global markets.
The Fifth Entry in the Nikki Franchise Brings Open-World Adventure to PC and Consoles for the First Time, Giving Players Early Access Ahead of Full Launch Later This Year
Tokyo, September 25th, 2024. – Infold Games has today announced that the first Global Closed Beta for their upcoming title, Infinity Nikki, will be available from October 8th through October 22nd for PC, iOS and Android. For a chance to participate in this closed beta, players can sign up by filling out the survey here. A PlayStation 5 Closed Beta is also planned, and more details will be shared at a later date.
Watch today’s Tokyo Game Show gameplay trailer here.
The fifth entry in the beloved Nikki franchise and helmed by Kentaro Tominaga, director of Breath of the Wild, Infinity Nikki brings Nikki and her faithful companion Momo to PC and PS5 for the first time, marking a landmark moment in the series history. Wildly anticipated by series fans and newcomers alike, Infinity Nikki already has over 15 million pre-registrations across all platforms. At this year’s TGS, Tominaga-san will discuss yet-to-be-announced gameplay features, and update fans on development status.
Created by Infold Games, the Nikki series is a beloved collection of dress-up games that has evolved over the past 12 years.In this fifth chapter, Infinity Nikki, Infold Games blends the dress-up mechanics with an open-world format, where Nikki can explore a charming, vibrant world using the unique abilities granted by different outfits. This fusion aims to enrich the gameplay and add excitement to players’ lives. To introduce players to Miraland ahead of launch, Infold Games is letting them get hands on with the game ahead of full launch later this year. In this Global Closed Beta, players will get their first experience in Miraland’s vast, fantastical world, master techniques such as floating, gliding, and plunging to freely explore the land as well as tackle cleverly designed puzzles and levels. The joy of 3D platforming is interwoven throughout the game’s open-world exploration, with each unique scene feeling vibrant and charming. Soaring paper cranes, speeding wine cellar minecarts, mysterious ghost trains, and so many other hidden secrets are waiting to be unraveled!
In this new version of Miraland, players will also discover a variety of cultures and styles to collect and design around. Not only do these outfits look good, though, as each item of clothing bestows abilities for Nikki to discover a world of platform-driven exploration through the power of Whim, hidden within outfits. These Ability Outfits open up many possibilities for adventure and thus offer an endless amount of fun!
For more information and latest updates on Infinity Nikki, be sure to pre-register here.
About Infinity Nikki
Infinity Nikki, the fifth installment in the beloved Nikki series by Infold Games, is a cozy open-world game. Utilizing the UE5 engine, this multi-platform game features platforming, puzzle-solving, dress-up, and other gameplay elements for a unique and rich experience.About Infold GamesInfold Games is an international business brand created by Papergames. Based in Singapore, Infold Games strives to develop creative projects with strong emotional connections and immersive experiences to inspire and encourage players around the world. It is well regarded for the Nikki series and the Love series with more than 400 million downloads worldwide. The team is currently developing AAA projects including Ballad of Antara and Project: The Perceiver as well as the next installment of the Nikki series, Infinity Nikki, a whimsical open-world adventure.
London (September 25, 2024) – Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, debuted the latest trailer for the highly anticipated action RPG Monster Hunter Wilds™ during PlayStation’s State of Play broadcast.The trailer announced Monster Hunter Wilds launches on Feb. 28, 2025 for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, in addition to revealing a titanic amount of information regarding the title’s flagship monster, other fearsome new monsters, and the Scarlet Forest locale. Pre-orders of the Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition, and Premium Deluxe Edition will include the bonus “Guild Knight Set” layered armor and “Hope Charm” Talisman. Additionally, a Digital Mini Art Book will be available for pre-orders placed via the PlayStation®Store.
Watch the latest Monster Hunter Wilds trailer on YouTube below:
Our Story Begins…
The trailer provided the first look at the flagship monster at the center of the story in Monster Hunter Wilds, Arkveld. The mysterious monster Arkveld hails from a species long thought to be extinct, and bears uniquely shaped, chain-like wings. After rescuing the young boy Nata on the border of the Forbidden Lands, the Hunter’s Guild gathers its resources and forms the Forbidden Lands Research Commission to investigate the mysterious “White Wraith” that attacked Nata’s home. In order to properly explore the Forbidden Lands, the Research Commission dispatches multiple units to the area. These include the Avis Unit made up of Alma, Gemma, the player’s Hunter, and their Palico, as well as the Astrum unit, which includes the veteran hunter Olivia, who can join players as a Support Hunter, alongside her Palico Athos, the biologist Erik, and Werner the engineer.
A Living, Changing World
The trailer gave the first look at the environmental changes the Scarlet Forest experiences as it goes through its periods of Fallow, Inclemency, and Plenty alongside the various lifeforms that call the region home. During the Fallow, the Scarlet Forest is defined by the distinctive red-tinted rivers for which it’s named coursing through dense vegetation. Times of Inclemency cause a chaotic downpour that drastically reduces visibility and leads to surging water levels and raging currents. After the storm breaks, the Plenty gives rise to a colorful ecosystem teeming with monsters, plant life, and sun dappled streams that reflect the vibrant blue of the clear sky. These clear waters allow visiting hunters to easily engage in the relaxing pastime of fishing or explore the region’s abundant waters and rubble by swinging from nearby Wedge Beetles or riding on the backs of their trusty Seikret mount. As they explore, hunters may even encounter the local tribe of Lynians, known as Wudwuds, who have successfully adapted their lives and hideout to suit the ever-changing environment.
New Predators Emerge
As changes in weather herald new plants and wildlife, new monsters also emerge in the storm. The trailer gave the first look at the leviathan monster Uth Duna, which surfaces amidst the Inclemency of the Scarlet Forest. The apex predator of the Scarlet Forest, Uth Duna cloaks itself in a veil of water using ponderous secretions from its body. Additionally, hunters were treated to a first look at the new Brute Wyvern, Quematrice, that calls the Windward Plains its home. Quematrice sprays a flammable substance that ignites into flames from sparks created by scraping its tail against the ground.
Product Details When Monster Hunter Wilds launches on Feb. 28, 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, players will have access to Standard, Deluxe, and Premium Deluxe editions across all platforms. The Deluxe Edition features the Monster Hunter Wilds base game and the Deluxe Pack, which includes a variety of cosmetic DLC, such as Hunter Layered Armor and sticker sets. The Premium Deluxe Edition includes the Monster Hunter Wilds base game, the Deluxe Pack, a Premium Bonus available upon launch, a Cosmetic DLC Pack 1 coming in Spring 2025, and Cosmetic DLC pack 2 planned for Summer 2025. Pre-orders of any edition will receive the bonus “Guild Knight Set” hunter layered armor and “Hope Charm” Talisman. Additionally, pre-orders made through the PlayStation Store will also include a Digital Mini Art Book.
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Another PlayStation State of Play broadcast has wrapped this morning with some epic reveals from ASTRO BOT, Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, Ghost of Yōtei and more. See below for a round-up of the biggest announcements:
Ghost of Yōtei
PlayStation Australia is happy to announce Ghost of Yōtei, the latest game from Sucker Punch and the introduction of a new hero, Atsu. Atsu’s journey takes place in 1603, more than 300 years after the events of Ghost of Tsushima. The story is set in the lands surrounding Mount Yōtei, a towering peak in the heart of Ezo, an area of Japan known as Hokkaido in present day. In 1603, this area was outside the rule of Japan, and filled with sprawling grasslands, snowy tundras, and unexpected dangers.
This is Sucker Punch’s first game built from the ground up for PlayStation 5, and we’re excited to build on the visual foundation established in Ghost of Tsushima by making the world feel even more real. There are massive sightlines that let you look far across the environment, whole new skies featuring twinkling stars and auroras, even more believable movement from wind on grass and vegetation, and more improvements to share in the future. This new setting also gives the opportunity to introduce new mechanics, gameplay improvements, and even new weapons.
Ghost of Yōtei releases in 2025. Watch the reveal trailer below and read more information on PlayStation Blog.
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered
Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered launches on October 31 on PS5, and November 1 on PC. The captivating story and awe-inspiring post-apocalyptic world returns alongside a host of technological improvements, visual enhancements, and upgraded features. It also includes The Frozen Wilds content, a vast expansion featuring additional lands, skills, weapons, and machines. The remastered edition features over ten hours of re-recorded conversation, mocap and countless graphical improvements. Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered now has integrated custom haptics for the DualSense controller throughout the game, and comes with native support for PlayStation 5 Pro.
For existing owners of Horizon Zero Dawn (PS4, PC) and/or Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition (PS4, PS5, PC)*: you can upgrade to the digital version of Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered on both PlayStation 5 console and on PC (via Steam or Epic Game Store). Local AU pricing of the upgrade path will be provided at a later date.
Watch the reveal trailer below and visit the PlayStation blog for full information.
*Redemptions via PlayStation Plus are not eligible to upgrade
LEGO Horizon Adventures
We are ecstatic to announce that LEGO Horizon Adventures launches on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch™ on November 14 2024, and PC on November 15 2024! It’s been incredible to see everyone’s reactions to everything we’ve shown so far, as well as the creativity it has inspired with LEGO builders and fan artists alike.
Experience Aloy’s entire thrilling journey, endless co-op fun, and a stunningly reimagined universe filled with dinosaur-like robots in LEGO Horizon Adventures!
Pre-orders go live October 3. If you pre-order any physical edition from participating retailers or any digital edition on your preferred platform, you will receive a LEGO version of the iconic Shield-Weaver outfit to use in the game.
Watch the new trailer below and read more information on PlayStation Blog.
PlayStation 5 Pro Console – Game Lineup Sizzle
Debuted during State of Play, here’s a look at some of the games that are being enhanced by the PS5 Pro – including a few titles that we’re revealing in this sizzle recap.
Games in the sizzle reveal include: Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth, Gran Turismo 7,Horizon Forbidden West, The Last of Us Part II Remastered, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2,Hogwarts Legacy, Dragon’s Dogma 2, Resident Evil Village and Resident Evil 4, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Rise of the Ronin, Metal Gear Solid Delta Snake Eater, Alan Wake 2, Stellar Blade, The Crew Motorfest, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, The First Descendant, Demon’s Souls, F1 24.
The PS5 Pro releases on November 7th.
Watch the sizzle below and read more details on the list of titles enhanced by the PS5 Pro at the PlayStation blog here.
PlayStation Australia is excited to reveal a new limited edition DualSense wireless controller featuring fan-favourite characters from the Fortnite universe: Fishstick and Peely. Drop into the action and defy the Storm as you build, battle, and create with the new DualSense wireless controller – Fortnite Limited Edition.
The DualSense wireless controller – Fortnite Limited Edition will be available at select retailers, with an RRP of $124.95 AUD. Pre-orders will begin on October 3, with the controller releasing November 7, 2024.
Watch the announcement trailer below and read more on PlayStation Blog.
Chroma collection – DualSense controllers and PS5 Console Covers
As revealed during today’s showcase, the new Chroma Collection introduces a brand new aesthetic to the PS5 family of accessories. The collection for the DualSense wireless controller and PS5 console covers for PlayStation 5 Console (model group – slim) includes three new colours that shine, shimmer, and shift colours from every angle – Chroma Pearl, Chroma Indigo, and Chroma Teal.
See the reveal trailer below.
The Chroma DualSense wireless controllers will be available at select retailers for a recommended retail price (RRP) of $124.95 AUD. The Chroma PS5 console covers for PlayStation 5 console (model group – slim) will be available at select retailers for a recommended retail price (RRP) of $99.95 AUD.
Pre-orders for the Chroma Collection will begin on October 3, 2024, with Chroma Pearl and Chroma Indigo accessories launching on November 7, 2024, followed by the launch of Chroma Teal accessories on January 23, 2025.
For more information about Chroma Collection’s design and creative process, visit the PlayStation blog.
ASTRO BOT: New speedrun levels and Special Bots arrive
ASTRO BOT will receive five brand new speedrun levels, at no additional cost. To go alongside these extra levels, there will be ten new Special Bots to rescue. These are obtained by beating cheeky birds racing against ASTRO BOT. The Helldivers squad is also being welcomed to the world of ASTRO BOT and will bring managed democracy to the crash site as well as Eve from Stellar Blade.
Check out the trailer below and full information on PlayStation Blog here.
Stellar Blade
It was also confirmed in State of Play that Shift Up’s PS5 hit Stellar Blade is getting a new photo mode, soundtrack release, and Stellar Blade x Nier Automata DLC.
Check out full information on all the updates here.
PlayStation Plus Monthly Games
Also announced in the showcase were October’s PlayStation Plus Monthly Games, available from October 1 for all PlayStation Plus members**. Make your entrance and become a legend in the ring, survive the terrors lurking aboard a mining vessel drifting in deep space and tackle the horrors of school romance in which not everything is as it seems. WWE 2K24, Dead Space and Doki Doki Literature Club Plus! all launch October 1 on PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup*.
*All three games will be available to PlayStation Plus members on October 1 until November 4.
**PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup may differ in certain regions. Please check the PlayStation Store on launch day for your region’s lineup.
The Last of Us Day celebration
September 26 is The Last of Us Day and this year, PlayStation is celebrating by bringing the PS5 hit, The Last of Us Part I to the PlayStation Plus Games Catalogue* for the first time.
*Available for PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe Members
Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster Hunter Wilds releases worldwide on February 28, 2025 for PS5! We hope you’re looking forward to the next generation of hunting on PS5, with intense hunting action and a heightened level of immersion that will set new heights for the series.
Pre-orders for the digital version begin today. The “Guild Knight Set” and the Talisman “Hope Charm” are available as bonuses to all who pre-order. In addition to the pre-order bonus, those who pre-order the downloadable version from the PlayStation Store will also receive the Monster Hunter Wilds Digital Mini Art Book as a PlayStation Store exclusive pre-order bonus.
Watch the release date reveal trailer below and read more information on PlayStation Blog.
The Midnight Walk
First details on The Midnight Walk, a dark fantasy, handcrafted adventure created by Lost in Random, coming to PS5 and PS VR2 were revealed. For the game, Lost in Random created every asset you see in clay first and 3D-scanned into the game. In The Midnight Walk, you awake as The Burnt One, a mysterious being who’s dug themselves out of a muddy grave to find their purpose. They find it in Potboy – a little dormant lantern creature that you reignite and bring back to life.
Together you must venture down the Midnight Walk – a perilous, nightmarish highway and, along the way, survive five strange tales about fire; its life-giving warmth as well as its inherent danger. You’ll outsmart ghoulish enemies, meet a fantastical cast of companions, and gaze in wonder at our hand-crafted world. That’s right; every asset in the game was first sculpted in clay before being 3D-scanned into the game and animated in a stop-motion style!
But how did we at Moonhood come to create such a strange adventure? Watch the reveal trailer below and see full information here.
Hell is Us
We got a first glimpse of the gameplay of Hell is Us, a PS5 action adventure out 2025. Hell is Us is a third-person action-adventure game set in a complex world that will challenge your intellect while, we hope, delivering a compelling and mature story. The game explores deep themes like civil war, human emotions, and family.
Watch the gameplay trailer below and visit the PlayStation blog for full information.
Metro Awakening
Metro Awakening, coming to PS VR2, also got a release date with the title landing on November 7th. Check out the release date trailer below.
ArcheAge Chronicles
We saw a first glimpse of the next instalment in the ArcheAge series – ArcheAge Chronicles – arriving in 2025. As an online action RPG, ArcheAge Chronicles promises to deliver a more immersive experience with a strong emphasis on action combat. The game will feature epic large-scale raids and cooperative gameplay, offering a diverse array of activities for players to enjoy on PS5.
Check out the reveal trailer below and full information on the PlayStation blog here.
Palworld
State of Play also revealed that global smash hit, Palworld, is coming to PS5 and is available today!
Check out the PS5 launch trailer below.
Lunar Remastered Collection
From the publishers of Grandia HD Collection and the original creators of Grandia and Grandia II, we’re happy to announce Lunar Remastered Collection—a compilation of two legendary JRPGs, Lunar: Silver Star Story Complete and Lunar 2: Eternal Blue Complete—now with updated graphics, sound, and new quality-of-life improvements.
The remastered edition brings a host of exciting upgrades, including widescreen support, enhanced pixel art, HD animated cutscenes, and all-new English voice acting. Players can choose to either go old school with the original visuals or remastered for a more modern look. And for the first time in the series, Lunar will be available in two additional languages: German and French, alongside English and Japanese.
The Luna Remastered Collection is available Autumn 2025 on PS4 and PS5.
See the reveal trailer below and check out full information on the PlayStation blog here.
Movie Shadow coming to Sonic X Shadow Generations
With the third film in the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise on the way, fans will finally be able to see the enigmatic anti-hero Shadow on the big screen! But don’t worry, you won’t have to wait much longer because on December 12 you can step right into movie Shadow’s Air Shoes right on PS4 and PS5. With the just-announced Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Pack, get immersed in gameplay and cinematics voiced by the iconic Keanu Reeves.
The Sonic the Hedgehog Movie 3 pack is included with the Sonic X Shadow Generations Digital Deluxe Edition.
Watch the recently revealed game trailer below, and read the interview with Series Producer, Shun Nakamura on the PlayStation blog here.
TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge
Exciting news for TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge fans! The Radical Reptiles DLC is available from today and introduces two new characters: Mona Lisa and Mondo Gecko. Mona Lisa, a once-human scientist turned mutant salamander, brings her cheery attitude to battle against the Foot Clan and Mondo Gecko, the coolest cement-surfing mutant, are joining forces in this action-packed DLC.
This DLC marks the final addition to TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, closing this chapter on the highest of notes. Radical Reptiles promises to bring fresh excitement and fun for players.
You can watch the reveal trailer below. For more information on the production, gameplay features, and design aspects of these new playable characters, check out the PlayStation blog.
Fantasian Neo Dimension
Fantasian Neo Dimension follows the protagonist Leo, who embarks on a multi-dimensional adventure to recover his lost memories and discover the secrets behind a strange mechanical infection that threatens to destroy his world. Set across the backdrop of over 150 vibrant and beautiful hand-crafted dioramas, the game features a unique artistic style with a fun, strategic twist on traditional turn-based battle mechanics. It also features music from composer Nobuo Uematsu, famously known for his works in the Final Fantasy franchise.
Fantasian Neo Dimension serves as Hironobu Sakaguchi’s next upcoming title that brings his critically acclaimed game, Fantasian, to wider audiences through PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. It will launch on December 5 with new features such as English and Japanese voice acting, an added difficulty option, and 4K support on PlayStation 5.
Watch the reveal trailer below and read the interview with producer Hironobu Sakaguchi on the PlayStation blog here.
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
In Dragon Age: The Veilguard, releasing on October 31 on PlayStation 5, you will save the battered world of Thedas and unite the Veilguard: your team of seven companions, each with their own rich lives and deep backstories. This bold, heroic adventure is built to deliver on what BioWare is best known for: rich storytelling, fantasy worldbuilding, companions and fellowship, and a world where you matter.
BioWare and Electronic Arts shared a new gameplay slice, captured on PlayStation 5. In it, watch Rook, Dragon Age’s newest hero, fighting alongside two companions, Taash and Lucanis.
Watch the new trailer below and check out further information on the PlayStation Blog.
Alan Wake 2 – Lake House Expansion
Epic Games gave us a first glimpse at the Upcoming Alan Wake 2 DLC – The Lake House during State of Play.
Watch the reveal trailer below.
Hitman World of Assassination
The trailer for Hitman World of Assassination was revealed during the showcase. Coming to PS VR2 this December.
Check out the trailer below.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered
25 years ago, Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver introduced the world to the vampire Raziel. In the game’s opening scene, Raziel is betrayed and executed by his master, the vampire emperor Kain. Enduring untold suffering and disfigurement, Raziel rises aeons later as the iconic and vengeful blue wraith we all know and love.
To commemorate the 25th anniversary of Soul Reaver, Aspyr announced Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The remastered edition includes control improvements, camera upgrades, cut-scenes rendered in higher fidelity and new hero models for Raziel and Kain.
Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered launches December 11. Pre-orders are available today on PlayStation Store!
You can watch the reveal trailer below and check out full information on the PlayStation blog here.
Fear the Spotlight
Fear the Spotlight is a creepy love letter to classic 90s horror experiences with a focus on rich storytelling, puzzle solving, and a tense atmosphere. In this puzzle solver, you play as Vivian and Amy, as you uncover the history behind a tragic fire in the school decades before. This is a perfect narrative horror game for those new to the genre.Fear the Spotlight is developed by Cozy Game Pals and published by Blumhouse Games.
Fear The Spotlight is available October 23. Full information is available on the PlayStation Blog.
Check out the release date reveal trailer below.
Towers of Aghasba
After over a year since it was first revealed, Dreamlit Inc. has announced that Towers of Aghasba is coming to PlayStation 5 in November 2024 in Early Access. This is Dreamlit’s very first game launch. In Towers of Aghasba, the Shimu tribe return to their homeland of Aghasba, where they fled from 50 years ago when the withered invaded and wreaked havoc on everything in its path. Despite the ravaged state of the land, the Shimu are intent on reclaiming their home and rebuilding their civilization. You are tasked to be a junior architect to aid in this endeavour.
Every player’s experience of Aghasba will be different based on how they choose to build up their settlements and grow their ecosystems. In fact, you can even invite up to three friends to your island to show off the sprawling villages you’ve built and the ecosystems brimming with unique plants and creatures you’ve nurtured. Your friends may also have unique items and decorations that you may want to trade with! Explore the secrets of Aghasba together and team up to take on formidable, withered monsters if you so dare to!
Check out the gameplay trailer below. You can find full information on Towers of Aghasbahere.
Dynasty Warriors: Origins
First announced back in May, the team at Koei Tecmo and Omega Force were ecstatic to hear from fans worldwide who have been waiting to experience the next evolution of Dynasty Warriors. Today, the studio is excited to confirm that Dynasty Warriors Origins will be available on January 17, 2025!
To celebrate the release date news, they have also showcased a brand-new trailer. For more information on gameplay and characters, check out the PlayStation Blog.
Sydney, Australia – September 25, 2024: The wait is over! Epic Mickey is back, and this time, the stakes are truly epic! Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, the highly anticipated remake of the beloved classic, developed by Purple Lamp in collaboration with Disney Games and published by THQ Nordic, is now available on Nintendo® Switch, PS4™, PS5™, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Mickey Mouse’s adventure with magic ink has gone awry, and he soon finds himself pulled into the dangerous world of Wasteland, a realm where forgotten Disney characters reside. In Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, players will step into Mickey’s shoes and take control of his magical brush to restore the world around him or use paint and thinner to reshape the environment and uncover hidden secrets.
Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed brings the classic 2010 game back and for the first time ever, is available to modern consoles with enhanced visuals and graphics. New gameplay features include dash, ground pound and sprint allowing fans of the original and newcomers alike more ways to navigate Wasteland and combat enemies. Along with the magic paint brush, players can explore the unpredictable world of Wasteland, with levels inspired by classic Disney stories, and meet familiar faces along the way.
The Battle for Liu Kang’s New Era Continues with All-New Cinematic Story Expansion,Adding Kombatants Cyrax, Sektor, and Noob Saibot to Join the FightGuest Fighters Ghostface, T-1000 Terminator, and Conan the BarbarianArriving Later as Part of ExpansionAnimality Finishing Moves Available Now as Free Content Update for All Mortal Kombat 1 Players
Sydney, Australia – Sept. 25, 2024 – Warner Bros. Games have announced that Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns, an all-new expansion for Mortal Kombat 1, the latest instalment in the iconic videogame franchise, is now available digitally for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, the Nintendo Switch™ system, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store).
Developed by award-winning NetherRealm Studios, Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns continues the cinematic narrative with new Story mode chapters centred around peace and anarchy. To defend his New Era of peace, Fire God Liu Kang must rally his champions and put faith in his enemies to defeat a perilous threat from an alternate timeline, led by the ruthless Titan Havik, whose sole purpose is to plunge the realms into khaos.
Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns adds to the growing roster of playable characters with the return of Cyrax, Sektor, and Noob Saibot,whoare available now as part of Kombat Pack 2 and incorporate unique backstories that fit within the reimagined Mortal Kombat 1 Universe. Cyrax is a young Lin Kuei warrior and martial arts prodigy who can leverage cybernetic technology; Sektor, a master armorer and skilled Lin Kuei warrior in her own right, is Cyrax’s mentor and Sub-Zero’s most trusted lieutenant; and Noob Saibot is a shadowy henchman created from Bi-Han’s (a.k.a. Sub-Zero) soul, dedicated to fomenting anarchy alongside Havik.
Kombat Pack 2 will alsobring a new batch of guest fighters into the mix with Ghostface, the recurring identity donned by antagonists from the Scream horror movie franchise, voiced by Roger L. Jackson; T-1000, the liquid metal-based Terminator and deadly cybernetic assassin from the Terminator 2: Judgment Day (1991) film, featuring the voice and likeness of actor Robert Patrick; and Conan the Barbarian, the towering warrior from the Conan the Barbarian (1982) film, featuring the likeness of actor Arnold Schwarzenegger in the role of the title character. Release timing for the three guest fighters will be announced at a later date.
Additionally, all Mortal Kombat 1 owners have access to a free content update beginning today, including Animalities, the fan-favourite finishing moves allowing all playable characters to morph into their spirit animal to annihilate defeated opponents; Towers of Time, a returning mode with an on-going rotation of challenges and in-game events; and four new arenas – Chaoseum, Night Market, The Maze, and Havik’s Citadel.
For players who already own Mortal Kombat 1, the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos ReignsExpansion is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for $75.95 (SRP) and Nintendo Switch for $59.95 (SRP), including the cinematic Story mode expansion and six playable characters within Kombat Pack 2 – Cyrax, Sektor, and Noob Saibot (available now), plus one-week early access to guest fighters Ghostface, T-1000, and Conan the Barbarian (post-launch release timing to be announced at a later date).
Current Mortal Kombat 1 owners can also purchase the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos ReignsBundle, available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for $90.95 (SRP) and Nintendo Switch for $75.95, including the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion and previous Kombat Pack, featuring six characters (Omni-Man, Quan Chi, Peacemaker, Ermac, Homelander, and Takeda Takahashi), five Kameo Fighters (Tremor, Khameleon, Janet Cage, Mavado, and Ferra), and the Jean-Claude Van Damme character skin for Johnny Cage.
New players can join the fight with the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection, available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC for $129.95 (SRP) and Nintendo Switch for $114.95 (SRP), including the Mortal Kombat 1 main game, Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion, previous Kombat Pack, and 1,250 Dragon Krystals (in-game currency).
All players who previously pre-ordered the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion, Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Bundle, or Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection will receive four new character skins, including Wedding Scorpion, Empress Mileena, and klassic Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 versions of Sub-Zero and Noob Saibot.
For all Mortal Kombat 1owners, exclusive rewards will be available via Twitch Drops from now through Oct. 1 in the form of the Fiery Amaranth and Iris Inferno character palettes for Kameo Fighter Scorpion, Weird Phlox and Palatinate Cyborg character palettes for Kameo Fighter Cyrax, and Amethyst Demon and Indigo Girl character palettes for Kameo Fighter Sareena. For more information on Twitch Drops for Mortal Kombat 1, visit our FAQ.
Mortal Kombat 1 is the latest installment in the acclaimed Mortal Kombat videogame franchise developed by NetherRealm Studios, which has sold more than 4 million units worldwide to date. Introducing a reborn Mortal Kombat Universe with iconic heroes and villains reimagined as they’ve never been seen before, the game features a wide-ranging cast of legendary fighters with all-new backstories, including Liu Kang, Scorpion, Sub-Zero, Raiden, Kung Lao, Kitana, Mileena, Shang Tsung, Johnny Cage, Kenshi, Smoke, Rain, Li Mei, Tanya, Baraka, Geras, Reptile, Ashrah, Havik, General Shao, Sindel, Nitara, and Reiko, along with a separate roster of Kameo Fighters who can assist during matches.
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About Warner Bros. Games
Warner Bros. Games is a part of Global Streaming and Games for Warner Bros. Discovery and a premier worldwide publisher, developer and licensor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all platforms, including console, handheld, mobile and PC-based game titles. Additional information can be found at WBGames.com.
About NetherRealm Studios
NetherRealm Studios is a leader in the development of interactive entertainment, and the creator of the billion-dollar Mortal Kombat franchise. Mortal Kombat has spawned two theatrical films, multiple television series, and has sold more than 80 million games to date. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the award-winning NetherRealm team has been working and creating games together since 1992. Additional information about NetherRealm Studios can be found at NetherRealm.com.
Experience Kain and Raziel’s epic conflict in this new collection featuring remastered graphics and enhancements, available to pre-order now with a 10% discount!
AUSTIN, Texas — Sept. 24, 2024 — Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics have teamed up to reveal Legacy of Kain™: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered, a new collection featuring remastered versions of the original hit action-adventure games Legacy of Kain™: Soul Reaver and Legacy of Kain™: Soul Reaver 2, beautifully restored with higher-resolution textures, models and VFX, as well as a new photo mode, upgraded camera, new control options, improved performance and more.
Remastered and published by Aspyr based on Crystal Dynamic’s beloved games, this new collection launches on Dec. 10, 2024, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via the Epic Games Store and Steam for $29.99. It is available to pre-order today on PC, PlayStation and Xbox (Nintendo Switch coming soon…) with a 10% discount on PlayStation Plus and PC until the official launch!
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the original Legacy of Kain™: Soul Reaver with Legacy of Kain™: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered. Immerse yourself in a timeless story of vampires, betrayal and revenge as you traverse the hauntingly beautiful land of Nosgoth in higher fidelity than ever before. Experience these epic adventures your way, with the ability to toggle on-the-fly between the games’ original visuals and remastered graphics, as well as switch between a new modern control scheme and classic controls.
Key Features:
Experience a Legendary Tale of Vampires & Vengeance: Centuries after your master Kain betrayed and executed you, you’ll rise again and embark on a relentless quest for revenge.
Wield the Powers of a Wraith: Slay your former vampire brethren with your claws, bolts of telekinetic energy, and the elemental Wraith Blade. Grow stronger by devouring the souls of your enemies.
Shift Between Realms: The Elder God has granted you the ability to shift between the Spectral and Material Realms. Traverse these planes to solve puzzles, reveal new paths, and vanquish your foes.
NEW! Remastered Visuals: Toggle instantly between original graphics and new remastered visuals featuring enhanced textures, models and VFX whenever you choose.
NEW! Modern Controls: Play with classic controls or a new modern control scheme.
NEW! Updates & Features: Navigate Nosgoth with a brand-new map and compass, capture your favorite shots with the new photo mode, and hunt for new achievements and trophies.
NEW! Bonus Materials: Explore an interactive lore map, view never-before-seen concept art, and delve into environments from the fabled “Lost Levels.”
Legacy of Kain™: Soul Reaver 1-2 Remastered releases on Dec. 10, 2024, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. Pre-order before launch for 10% off on PlayStation and PC!
About Aspyr
Aspyr is a leading video game publishing and development partner focused on maximizing the potential of games across all platforms for all players. Most recently, the organization released STAR WARS™: Bounty Hunter™, available now on Steam, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Today, the company supports a growing network of partners that includes many of the industry’s leading entertainment IP holders, publishers, developers, and technology providers. Aspyr is an Embracer Group company. Aspyr is based in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit www.aspyr.com.
About Crystal Dynamics
Crystal Dynamics is an award-winning, best-in-class game development studio headquartered just south of San Francisco in sunny San Mateo, Calif. Founded in 1992, Crystal Dynamics has grown into a world-class studio by developing iconic franchises and keeping at the forefront of the very latest in technology and graphics. Having created beloved properties such as Gex and the Legacy of Kain series, as well as driving the award-winning, massively successful Tomb Raider franchise at over 95M franchise units sold to date, Crystal Dynamics is now laying the groundwork for the next generation of innovative and technologically stunning projects.
Watch the Nameless Hero Fight through Hordes of Enemies in theAction-Packed New Trailer!
BURLINGAME, Calif. –Sept. 24, 2024 – A new champion rises in an epic battle against some of the fiercest fighters of the Three Kingdoms in KOEI TECMO’s upcoming action game, DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS. Developed by Omega Force, DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS introduces a nameless hero to the 1 vs. 1,000 gameplay of Warriors lore as a mysterious martial artist steps to the forefront of the game’s epic story. Scheduled to release worldwide on Jan. 17, 2025 on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC via Steam®, the title promises to deliver the most intense combat of any game in franchise history.
As seen in the stirring new video, DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS begins during the dawn of an era of tremendous upheaval in the Three Kingdoms, when the original protagonist — a traveling martial artist with amnesia – finds himself in the middle of great conflict. Here, the game’s hero partakes in this dramatic tale of ancient China, where he plays an active role in the storyline while giving players first-hand experience in the drama of the war-torn land. Throughout the journey, players will make various choices as the protagonist — but he too carries a secret — which will have an impact on the Three Kingdoms, helping illustrate a turbulent time in history in exciting new ways.
Throughout his battles, the nameless hero will sometimes forge into combat on his own, while at other times, he’ll join alongside allied officers and soldiers to storm towards large forces of enemies. Players can rely on the strength of accompanying Musou officers, issue commands to units, or charge forward into oncoming armies, varying up strategies to conquer the deadly battlefield in this epic showcase of 1 vs. 1,000 action.
Throughout DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS, there will also be many well-known and powerful officers such as Lu Bu waiting to test the young martial artist’s skill. Battles against these officers who possess near superhuman strength results in combat that is both highly action-oriented and challenging while keeping players on the edge of their seats throughout every encounter. This extraordinary power also thrives within your allies as the Companion officer that accompanies the protagonist can become temporarily playable if certain conditions are met during battle, leading to an exhilarating experience of clearing out enemies with dominance on a completely different scale!
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ABOUT DYNASTY WARRIORS
DYNASTY WARRIORS is a tactical action series of games that spans over 20 years and has shipped over 21 million units worldwide. Traditionally, players take on the role of officers from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms while battling through hordes of soldiers in 1 vs. 1,000 gameplay. With the latest title, DYNASTY WARRIORS: ORIGINS, developer Omega Force returns to these roots and delivers what the series has aimed for since its inception: the overwhelming sense of realism of a battlefield where large armies of opposing sides meet, the exhilarating feeling of advancing with your allies and pushing up the battle line, and the thrill of striking down countless enemies.
ABOUT KOEI TECMO AMERICA CORP.
KOEI TECMO AMERICA CORP. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Burlingame, California. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI is best known for its Dynasty Warriors® and Samurai Warriors® franchises. TECMO is best known for the Dead or Alive®, Ninja Gaiden®, Tecmo Bowl®, and Fatal Frame® series.
The PlayStation VR2 version will feature dual-wielding, full ambidexterity, intuitive controls, active reload, as well as VR enhancements and makeovers for the most immersive experience of HITMAN World of Assassination to date
Copenhagen, Denmark, September 24th, 2024 – IO Interactive, the independent video game developer and publisher behind, among others, the internationally acclaimed HITMAN franchise, debuted a first look at HITMAN World of Assassination on PlayStation VR2 during the PlayStation State of Play. Planned for release in December 2024, the PlayStation VR2 version of HITMAN World of Assassination will feature brand-new VR features including dual-wielding, full ambidexterity, room-scale implementation, as well as general improved VR experience through new intuitive controls and gameplay mechanics. Players will be able to access the PSVR2 version through an upgrade pack available for HITMAN World of Assassination owners on PlayStation®5.
HITMAN World of Assassination on PlayStation VR2 will support the full main campaign of HITMAN World of Assassination, allowing players to enjoy the award-winning game with added immersion and brand-new additions. Become the world’s best assassin through the 4K HDR display of PlayStation VR2. Explore your surroundings, create unique strategies using the environment, disguise yourself to blend in the crowd, and strike when the timing is right, all through Agent 47’s eyes.
HITMAN World of Assassination on PlayStation VR2 has been enhanced to completely immerse players during their missions. Now supporting dual-wielding, a wide array of actions and interactions have been added, including the possibility of performing actions with both controllers at the same time, active reloading, on-body weapon holstering, aiming through the sniper’s scope. Enhancements have been added to improve the core VR experience, such as Room scale implementation, spatial interactions to touch, grab, and position, integration of the PlayStation VR2 controllers’ adaptative triggers, and many more.
Players who already own HITMAN World of Assassination on PlayStation 5 will be able to buy an upgrade pack to the PlayStation VR2 content for $9.99, €9.99, £8.99. HITMAN World of Assassination will launch on PlayStation VR2 for PlayStation 5 in December 2024. HITMAN World of Assassination is available now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
The blog post regarding HITMAN World of Assassination coming to PlayStation VR2 can be found here.
About HITMAN World of Assassination
HITMAN World of Assassination brings together the best of HITMAN 1, HITMAN 2 and HITMAN 3 in a bumper package of content that includes the main campaign, Contracts mode, Escalations, Elusive Target Arcades and featured live content.
HITMAN World of Assassination also includes the ‘Freelancer’ mode, a new way to play on your own terms, that combines rogue-like elements and deep strategic planning with a persistent and infinitely replayable gameplay experience.
About IO INTERACTIVE
IO Interactive is an independent videogame developer and publisher with studios in Copenhagen, Malmö, Barcelona, Istanbul, and Brighton. As the creative force behind some of the most talked-about multiplatform videogames in the last two decades, IOI is dedicated to creating unforgettable characters and experiences using their award-winning proprietary Glacier technology.
