New DLC, New Free Content, New Sales 

Sydney, Australia, 17 September 2024: The wait is over, heisters! PAYDAY 3 Anniversary Update Part 1 is out now, bringing an exciting wave of fresh content to commemorate the game’s anniversary. 

Dive into the heart of the financial world with Chapter 4: Fear & Greed launch trailer, where players must infiltrate and rob one of the most secure trading floors in existence:

Paid and Free Content  

The PAYDAY 3 Anniversary Update Part 1 introduces Chapter 4: Fear and Greed, available to Gold Edition and Gold Pass owners and for separate purchase on PC, Xbox Series S|X, and PlayStation 5.  

This expansion includes the Stock Exchange Heist, three new weapons, new mods and cosmetics, along with four new masks, suits, and gloves. Additionally, free content for all players features Houston as a new playable heister, the Minigun M135, new masks, and Twitch drops. 

Upcoming Sales Overview: 

• Xbox Sales: Running until September 30, with a 60% discount on PAYDAY 3 base game, Gold and Silver Editions, along with other discounts. 
• Steam Sales: Starting today and running until September 23, with a 60% discount on PAYDAY 3 base game, Gold and Silver Editions, amongst other discounts.  
• PlayStation Sales: Running until September 25: Silver Edition, Syntax Error content, and Trifecta Loot Bag, amongst other discounts. 

Out Now! The PAYDAY 3 Anniversary Update Part 1 has officially launched! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to PAYDAY, this update is packed with exciting content and fresh challenges to keep you engaged. Assemble your crew and get ready for the ultimate heist! 

For more information about PAYDAY 3, please visit: www.paydaythegame.com 

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About Starbreeze AB 

Starbreeze is an independent developer, publisher and distributor of PC and console games targeting the global market, with studios in Stockholm, Barcelona, Paris and London. Housing the smash hit IP PAYDAY, Starbreeze develops games based on proprietary and third-party rights, both in-house and in partnership with external game developers. Starbreeze shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm under the tickers STAR A and STAR B. For more information, please visit starbreeze.com  

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 

Bethesda Softworks ANZ is excited to unveil an epic fan event at PAX Australia, offering attendees a deep dive into the captivating universes of The Elder Scrolls and Fallout. This unique experience will take place from October 11-13, 2024, at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Fans are invited to embark on an unforgettable journey through the iconic Gold Road of Tamriel and the post-apocalyptic wasteland of Fallout 76. 

The Elder Scrolls Online Tavern: Come celebrate the 10th Anniversary of The Elder Scrolls Online in a setting that brings the lore to life! Step into the heart of Tamriel at our carefully crafted Elder Scrolls Online Tavern. With authentic décor, live bard performances, a mysterious Daedric Prince, and themed drinks, this cosy tavern is the perfect gathering spot for fans. Whether you’re a seasoned Dragonknight or a newcomer to Tamriel, the Tavern offers a welcoming atmosphere to share stories and connect with fellow adventurers. 

Rich Lambert, the Game Director of The Elder Scrolls Online, will also be joining us at PAX Australia! He’ll be participating in panels focused on the game and its community. Don’t miss his keynote on “The Music of The Elder Scrolls Online,” featuring special guest Lara6683, a talented pianist and streamer. This must-see event will be held at the Quokka Theatre on October 11 at 1:00pm AEDT. 

The Fallout 76 Skyline Valley C.A.M.P.site Handheld Lounge: Escape the hustle of PAX Australia in our Fallout 76 Skyline Valley C.A.M.P.site Handheld Lounge. Inspired by the Pioneer Scouts of Skyline Valley, this space offers comfortable seating, faux campfires and more. Relax, recharge, and bond with fellow Vault Dwellers in our version of Shenandoah National Park. 

DOOM: The Dark Ages, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Starfield: Shattered Space: Immerse yourself in the worlds of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, DOOM, and Starfield with our interactive photo opportunities. Step into DOOM: The Dark Ages and be the slayer, become the famed adventurer with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, or snap a selfie after joining House Va’Ruun in Starfield: Shattered Space. These photo spots are designed to create lasting memories and are perfect for sharing your experience with friends and fellow fans. 

“We’re thrilled to bring our worlds to life in such an immersive way” said Simon Alty, VP and Managing Director (APAC) at Bethesda Softworks. “This event is our way of giving back to our dedicated community, creating a space where fans can come together to celebrate their love for these incredible games.” 

Join us for a weekend filled with adventure, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments. We can’t wait to see you in Melbourne! 

For updates and more news about these events in the lead up to PAX Aus 2023  fans should make sure to follow Bethesda ANZ on Twitter and Facebook. 

Step into a world of mystery and adventure thanks to Unknown 9’s many entry points, which include its video game, podcast, comics, novels and more. Each represents a standalone story, the collective of which reveals a larger, overarching adventure.

Unknown 9: Awakening,the narrative-driven action-adventure game by Reflector Entertainment isset to launch on 18 October 2024 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. Follow the journey of Haroona, a Quaestor with extraordinary abilities harnessed from the Fold, a mysterious dimension overlapping our own. She must protect humanity from the Ascendants, who plan to use this powerful dimension to alter the course of human destiny.

Numerous adventures await. Are you ready to unravel humanity’s forgotten truths? Watch the Narrative Universe trailer here:

While you wait to play the game, immerse yourself in Unknown 9’s other adventures. All of them include connections to Awakening and many are available for free. The gripping first issue of the Unknown 9: Torment comic book series introduces you to Jaden Crowe, a troubled young man who gets entangled in a mind-bending adventure. Unknown 9: Out of Sight Season 1 follows paranormal podcasters who seek out regular people with knowledge of the Unknown.

The first two instalments of Layton Green’sGenesis Trilogy tell the story of a young astrophysicist who sets out to uncover the truth behind her mentor’s murder, while the upcoming web series Unknown 9: Passage and Unknown 9: The Taylor Files will delve deeper into the Unknown.

For more information on Unknown 9 and other products from Bandai Namco Europe please visit https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok. Join the conversation on X. Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok. Join the conversation on X.

It’s time for some fun in the sun with a FAIRY TAIL beach episode, with a 20% launch week discount!

TOKYO — September 16, 2024 — FAIRY TAIL: Beach Volleyball Havoc, the no-holds-barred, chaotic magic beach volleyball action game based on the beloved FAIRY TAIL manga and anime series, developed and published by tiny cactus studio, MASUDATARO, veryOK and Kodansha Game Creators’ Lab, launches on PC via Steam today.

Create an all-star team of fan-favorite Fairy Tail characters and take to the sands in hectic two-on-two beach volleyball matches where anything goes! Choose from a whopping 32 mages across Fairy Tail, Sabertooth, Lamia Scale, Blue Pegasus, and other guilds from all over Ishgar in the Kingdom of Fiore’s annual beach volleyball tournament.

Scorch the sands as Natsu, freeze opponents in their tracks as Gray, or kick competitors into oblivion as Lucy. Coordinate with partners to spike the opposition with powerful magic strikes. Light up the court with 100 different types of magic and score points to earn enhanced magic and turn the beach into total mayhem as matches progress!

Complete matches to unlock new characters and special illustrations. Serve up magical destruction against CPU opponents, or make it a friendly competition and play with up to four fellow mages in local multiplayer. Take skirmishes online with full support for Steam Remote Play Together to deliver magically charged Aces to friends from across the globe. 

In addition, the results of the “FAIRY TAIL at the Beach” Art Contest have been decided! After careful consideration by the FAIRY TAIL: Beach Volleyball Havoc development team and Hiro Mashima himself the winners of the art contest are… (drumroll please)… all 84 entries! For more details about the competition results, please visit the ILLUST DAYS webpage. The more matches that are played, the more visuals that are unlocked. Keep an eye out for a special illustration from Hiro Mashima himself coming soon!

“The FAIRY TAIL INDIE GAME GUILD is proud to bring FAIRY TAIL: Beach Volleyball Havoc to Fairy Tail fans everywhere after the recent release of FAIRY TAIL: DUNGEONS,” tiny cactus studio, the chief creator of the title, at MUKI-MUKI MUSCLE TRAINING COMPETITION. “We aimed to create an action-packed, chaotic, and lighthearted experience that all Fairy Tail fans could enjoy with each other, so we hope to see mages everywhere out on the beach!”

FAIRY TAIL: Beach Volleyball Havoc is now available on PC via Steam for $6.99 with a special 20% launch week discount.. Language support includes English, Japanese, French, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Thai. To learn more, check out the official website, and follow Kodansha Creators’ Lab on Twitter.

About Kodansha Game Creator’s Lab

Established in 2021, Kodansha Game Creator’s Lab is the fourth department of the prestigious entertainment publishing company Kodansha Ltd., founded in 1909. Its motto is “Everything for the creator,” reflecting the company’s goal to support young talents and introduce indie creators to the wider public.

Submissions for October’s “Let’s Play Steam NEXT Fest” open in Japan, China

TOKYO — Sept. 16th, 2024 — The organizers behind INDIE Live Expo, Asia’s biggest indie game broadcast with more than 100 million combined viewers across ten shows, are now accepting applications for the upcoming winter showcase on Saturday, Dec. 7th, 2024. 

Indie developers and publishers can submit their games for consideration in this year’s showcase here. The entry period lasts until Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 7:59 PM Pacific Time. Each organization may register one title free or charge, and participants are encouraged to include a 15-second game introduction as part of their submission. 

The upcoming winter showcase will give the gift of world premieres as well as content updates to fan favorite titles. Enjoy a heaping helping of rapid-fire, bite-sized news announcements during the return of the INDIE Waves segment. 

The annual INDIE Live Expo Awards also returns to bestow recognition upon critically acclaimed titles, with awards given by a panel of games industry veterans from around the world. 

In the last four years, INDIE Live Expo has showcased more than 2,750 games across the globe with broadcasts in English, Japanese, Chinese and Korean. Last year’s show accumulated more than 7.4 million viewers. 

Additionally, submissions for INDIE Live Expo’s “Let’s Play Steam NEXT Fest” event opens today until Tuesday, Oct. 1, 7:59 AM JST with broadcasts available in Japanese and Chinese. 

Sponsorship opportunities are available with a plethora of options for exposure to millions of gamers across the globe, including original segments, promotional videos, logo placement, and more. For more information, please view the sponsorship video here.

Rewatch the full stream of INDIE Live Expo 2024 on YouTube here, and keep up with the latest indie with a free subscription to the “INDIE Live Expo Letter” digital magazine where developers, publishers and creators can keep up with the latest industry trends. 

For more information, please visit the INDIE Live Expo website, follow @INDIELiveExpoEN on Twitter, and search for #INDIELiveExpo on social media.

DIliuvian Ultra: Awakening, Hands of Necromancy II, Chains of Fury and more at ‘Boomer Shooter’ celebration on Steam 

Prague, Czech Republic – September 16, 2024  – We have excellent news for fans of both classic first-person shooters and general action titles, as Fulqrum Publishing is hosting Boomstock 2024 – and is giving away a brand new game to celebrate – totally free! And that’s not all, we also have two  new game launches, as well as a host of updates for existing Fulqrum Publishing titles. 

Taking place on Steam, Boomstock 2024 is a celebration of classic ‘Boomer Shooters’ and kick-ass action games in general. From 18:00 GMT/19:00 CEST today (September 16), you’ll be able to watch a showcase of exciting new trailers and announcements, sample the adrenaline-filled free demos or just browse the sale for awesome deals and discounts on the games that are already on your radar! 

From the launch of Hands of Necromancy II to Chains of Fury, to the free release of Diluvian Ultra: Awakening, Fulqrum Publishing has a host of releases and announcements at Boomstock 2024 – and here’s just a brief look at what they have in store for you.

Diluvian Ultra: Awakening

To start us off, Fulqrum Publishing will be offering a brand new game free of charge, that acts as a prequel to an existing and beloved title from the publisher.

Diluvian Ultra: Awakening, available from today, is a prequel title to the critically acclaimed first person shooter title from Cresthelm Studios and Fulqrum Publishing – Diluvian Ultra. Before the Lord of Swarms rose from his slumber to carve a red ruin amongst the invaders of his ship, he was almost destroyed by treachery. In this preview game, you take control of Qasar, a young neonate Diluvian that has to foil the plot to destroy his lord. 

Hands of Necromancy II 

HON Team are proud to announce the launch of Hands of Necromancy II, a dark fantasy first person shooter title that is available to purchase today! Inspired by classics such as Heretic and Doom, Hands of Necromancy II allows players the choice from two characters, wield new weapons and learn even more powerful spells and transformations to prove once and for all that you are the supreme Necromancer, master of death itself!

Will you once again don the mantle of the original Necromancer and prove his supremacy, or will you play as the new female up and comer, to show the world the true meaning of the word “power”? Each character has their own distinct weapons, spells, transformation abilities, as well as personality!

Hands of Necromancy II is available to purchase today via Steam

Chains of Fury

And that’s not the only game launching today! Cobble Games are delighted to bring you Volume I of the stylish sci-fi first person shooter title Chains of Fury. Volume I offers a high adrenaline, fast-paced Boomer Shooter where you have only one goal: spread furious mayhem among the scumbags keeping you locked up. Stuck looking for an exit? Just punch through walls and then shoot the suckers behind them.

This game is not for you if you want to save the world and become the hero everyone needs (or even deserves). Move along, we have an anti-hero bad-ass over here, ready to compete for the title of The Meanest Bastard Ever. His testosterone level can only be measured in the Fury scale, his death toll is unknown and the amount of bullets he’d shot is uncountable. He’s a hired gun. His former clients had put him in prison instead of paying him for a job well done. He’s furious, he’s skilled, he’s got mean weapons and an even meaner moustache. It’s nothing personal. It’s just business.

Chains of Fury is available for purchase today via Steam.

Forgive Me Father 2 update 2

And it’s not just new games we’re celebrating today – Byte Barrel’s Lovecraftian first person shooter title Forgive Me Father 2 is getting its second content update today – allowing players to get their hands on two new weapons, explore two new maps, encounter two new enemy types – and enjoy a host of tweaks and fixes to the game.

More information on the update, including a look at the new fearsome weapon, the Obelisk, is available on the game’s Steam page.

And as an extra bit of news – we are delighted to reveal that Forgive Me Father 2 will be seeing its full launch on October 24, 2024! 

HYPERVIOLENT update

There’s good news for fans of Terminist Arcade’s beloved first person shooter HYPERVIOLENT too, which is also being treated to a host of new content in a new update today.

Starting from today, players will be able to enjoy a brand new level, two new weapons, four new enemies and an all-new 6 Degrees of Freedom spaceship flying mechanic – including some sections where the player may leave their ship for a period of time!

Viscerafest

And finally, we have news for Acid Man Games and Fire Plant Games’ first person shooter Viscerafest – which will be leaving Early Access in April 2025! 

Viscerafest is a Sci-Fi Fantasy Singleplayer Arena FPS with minor Collectathon elements. Fight through hordes of aliens and eldritch monstrosities wielding a slew of powerful weapons, juggling your resources, and exploring over 23 intricately designed hand-crafted levels.

Viscerafest is available today in Early Access, and will be seeing its full launch in April 2025.

About Fulqrum Publishing

Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, including in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing released over a hundred games, including the critically acclaimed titles like Men of War, King’s Bounty, Space Rangers, Fell Seal, Forgive me Father and many others.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Sept. 16, 2024 – Are you Team Tacocat or Cattermelon? Saber Interactive has announced an Oct. 3, 2024, release date for Exploding Kittens VR, the new virtual reality experience based on the wildly popular social-strategy card game coming to Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest Pro and Meta Quest 2. The game is available to pre-order now with a 10% bonus discount. Check out today’s new release date announcement trailer and get ready for EXCLUSIVE social mini-games in Exploding Kittens VR, including basketball, darts, Smack-a-face Machine, Catnoid and the Lucky Wheel!

Developed under license from Asmodee Entertainment and published by Saber, Exploding Kittens VR brings the hilarious strategy and chaos of the original card game into the immersive world of VR for a new and unique experience. The online game allows up to 15 players via the social hub, multiplayer games for up to five players, and a solo mode against bots.

Force your rivals to draw the dreaded Exploding Kitten and claim victory as the last person standing! Players can customize their own in-game avatar, explore the social hub, and enjoy a variety of entertaining mini-games.

Key Features

• Experience Your Favorite Card Game Like Never Before: Socialize with friends and make new enemies in this laugh-out-loud VR strategy experience based on the hit card game.
• Master a Variety of Tools to Win: Use a slew of tools to strategically outsmart your opponents and come out on top. Look into the future, steal items from other players and deny their moves, defuse an Exploding Kitten at a crucial moment, and more!
• Three Unique Game Modes: Battle it out in either classic or blitz mode with up to five players, or against your biggest rival in duel mode.
• Engage with Immersive Social Hub: Discover an array of activities in the social hub, including mini-games, character customization and more!

First released in 2015, the original Exploding Kittens card game was a breakout success as the most-backed Kickstarter campaign of all time, followed by multiple adaptations across multimedia, including video game consoles, mobile devices, and even an animated television series streaming now on Netflix.

Exploding Kittens VR launches on October 3 and is available to pre-order now on the Meta Store with a 10% discount for $17.99|£13.49|€17.99. For the latest updates, follow Saber on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

About Saber Interactive

Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 13 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park: Survival, World War Z, SnowRunner, and Expeditions: A MudRunner Game. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with leading developers and publishers, including producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others. Learn more at https://saber.games.

About Asmodee Entertainment

Asmodee Entertainment exists to expand the Asmodee IPs into sectors adjacent to board games, such as video games, movies & TV shows, cultural products, toys and social/live entertainment. This gives our core fans more opportunities to engage with the brands and stories they love, and enables us to reach new customers in new markets with a wide variety of exciting, quality products and experiences based on our IPs. Our global team licenses to established industry partners who distribute products through their own third-party networks. Find out more at asmodee-entertainment.biz.

About Exploding Kittens

Exploding Kittens is a leading game and entertainment company with a mission to inspire people to connect, laugh, and play fun games in the physical world. To date, Exploding Kittens is the #1 most-backed project in Kickstarter history and has sold over 35 million games.

Started by former Xbox game designer Elan Lee and The Oatmeal’s founder Matthew Inman, Exploding Kittens and its family of games seek to reshape traditional game night into an entertaining person-to-person experience. Today, there are over 40 games available for purchase, an animated Netflix series that launched in July 2024, an exclusive Exploding Kittens mobile game for Netflix subscribers, as well as an Exploding Kittens mobile app available on iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch.

WARSAW, Poland – [September 16, 2024] – Get ready to swing, smack, and score in SPORTAL, the upcoming sport-themed first-person shooter from indie developer Sleepwalking Potatoes and publisher Retrovibe. Blending fast-paced FPS mechanics with sports action, SPORTAL hurls players into a portal where vintage sports gear becomes deadly weapons. Armed with baseball bats, hockey sticks, lacrosse nets, and more, players will strike, launch, and slam numerous balls into hordes of classic 1950s-style movie monsters in this one-of-a-kind FPS roguelike set in an 50s America.

Enter SPORTAL’s world, each with its numerous movie-themed settings, and take down hordes of monstrous creatures using sporting equipment in ways that are definitely not safe for them. Whether it’s spiked baseballs, explosive golf balls, lightning-infused hockey pucks or razor wire bowling balls, every piece of gear is a weapon waiting to be unleashed. And the further you progress, the more powerful upgrades you can collect to refine the monster-smashing arsenal.

As players uncover the mystery of their surreal situation, they’ll discover clues as to why a trip to the cinema turned into a portal-jumping, monster-fighting adventure. Unlock new weapons, outfits, and perks to face even tougher challenges as you attempt to fight your way back home—if you can survive the onslaught.

For more information on SPORTAL and the latest updates, wishlist the game on Steam and follow Sleepwalking Potatoes and Retrovibe on X/Twitter!

About Sleepwalking Potatoes

Sleepwalking Potatoes is an independent game development studio founded by two friends with nearly 20 years of combined experience in game development. Together, they have worked on over a dozen games, ranging from small puzzle and logic games to larger AA productions.

About Retrovibe

Retrovibe is a publisher that aims to unlock next levels of fun by delivering new indie games with a retro heart. It was established in 2021 by a group of experienced games industry professionals.