Razer collaboration will have Razer Chroma, Axon, and Cortex incorporated for the fun filled home of mini-golf at launch

Liverpool, United Kingdom – 19th July 2024 – Starlight Games, the pioneering video games studio, has revealed a new release date for its upcoming fun, family friendly, and relaxing indoor mini-golf game House of Golf 2, releasing for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and Epic Games Store on 16th August 2024.

House of Golf 2 | New Release Date – 16th August 2024 Trailer:

“House of Golf 2 is a labour of love and we’ve chosen to push back the release of the game across all platforms to ensure that the game is available for all to enjoy and have an entertaining experience,” said Gary Nichols, Founder of Starlight Games. “The slight delay of release allows us to implement a final few tweaks and additions to the development of House of Golf 2, and players be able to put their putting skills to the test across many challenging yet wild courses.”

Wishlist now on:

• PlayStation™Store: https://store.playstation.com/en-gb/concept/10010541
• Xbox: https://www.xbox.com/en-GB/games/store/p/9MWGJVHXVPZF
• Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2914390/House_of_Golf_2/
• Epic Games Store: https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/house-of-golf-2-f346a4

House of Golf 2 is collaborating with Razer which will see several areas of integration for the upcoming fun filled mini-golf game at launch consisting of: 

• Razer Chroma – Razer Chroma RGB is a visualisation effect and brings a variety of colour from House of Golf 2’s environments to gamers’ own home and device setup with synchronisation in the world’s largest lighting ecosystem for gaming devices.
• Razer Axon – Razer Axon brings together various dynamic wallpapers to gamers, allowing users to sync their Razer Chroma enabled devices. Users can receive new dynamic and static wallpapers, which would synchronise with the game to turn your device and gaming environment into a “house of golf”.
• Razer Cortex – Razer Cortex is the brand’s game booster, which automatically streamlines the PC’s performance. Paid to Play users of Cortex will be able to play House of Golf 2 with Razer Silver reward currency.
• Razer Golf Balls – Razer-themed golf balls can be played on all courses in House of Golf 2. 

Starlight Games is led by Gary Nichols and well-known industry experienced developers – co-creator of WipEout, Nick Burcombe, Design Director and Producer, Andy Santos, co-creator of Skate and directed a #1 game in the Resident Evil franchise, and more recently Horizon Call of the Mountain, and Ben Cronin, founding member of Gamesys, the company behind Jackpotjoy, the UK’s biggest online bingo provider.

House of Golf 2, the sequel to the successful House of Golf released on the Nintendo Switch in 2019, is created by fans of mini-golf and crazy golf, and inspired by games such as Micro Machines. Players will navigate around over 100 incredible courses in visually stunning house environments with fun obstacles, traps, and hazards. With many crazy ways to play, face courses in single player or take on family and friends with up to 4-player multiplayer, whether at a party or playing competitively with regular tournaments such as the season opener championship, and leaderboard features.

Developed with Unreal 5, House of Golf 2 takes the fun approach of mini-golf and brings it into the home with many of its unique and tricky challenges. Given the challenges, a free cam feature allows players to navigate the route around courses and help determine a strategy.

House of Golf 2 releases for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and Epic Store on 16th August 2024

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About Starlight Games

Starlight Games is a Liverpool based games studio that has three titles in development with one release in 2024 – House of Golf 2 and further games in production. The company has a deep understanding and focus on Unreal Engine 5 and is backed up by design directors Nick Burcombe who created the WipEout franchise, Andy Santos co-creator of Skate and game director on both Resident Evil & Horizon franchises and Ben Cronin as Project Director.

About Gary Nichols

Founder of Starlight Games. Gary began his career at the iconic Psygnosis and has for the last 20 years run a boutique work for hire studio. His passion for video games and bringing young people into the industry comes from his own experience of struggling to get his first games job.

About Razer

Razer™ is the world’s leading lifestyle brand made For Gamers. By Gamers.

The triple-headed snake trademark of Razer is one of the most recognized logos in the global gaming and esports communities. With a fan base that spans every continent, Razer has designed and built the world’s largest gamer-focused ecosystem of hardware, software and services. Razer’s award-winning hardware includes high-performance gaming peripherals and Blade gaming laptops.

With over 200 million users, Razer’s software platform includes Razer Synapse (an Internet of Things platform), Razer Chroma RGB (a proprietary RGB lighting technology system supporting thousands of devices and hundreds of games/apps), and Razer Cortex (a game optimizer and launcher). Razer also offers payment services for gamers, youth, millennials and Gen Z, through Razer Gold – one of the world’s largest game payment services.

Razer is committed towards a sustainable future and is taking responsibility through its #GoGreenWithRazer movement. The brand aims to minimize environmental impact through its various initiatives, which includes using recycled materials, responsible design, and encouraging responsible product disposal. Founded in 2005, Razer is dual headquartered in Irvine, California and Singapore, with regional headquarters in Hamburg and Shanghai and 19 offices worldwide.

Physical retail editions are available now across EU and NA retail stores.

Barcelona, Spain – July 19th 2024. Global publisher and distributor SelectaPlay is thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated physical boxed Blasphemous 2 Collector’s Edition launches today across European and North American specialist retailers on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X. 

Developed by The Game Kitchen and published by Team17, Blasphemous 2 is a metroidvania game that continues the story of the ‘Wounds of Eventide’ DLC from the first game, expanding the story of The Penitent One and its universe through interactions with new characters and items found in the world. Players explore a vast, interconnected environment filled with grotesque enemies and platforming challenges in a unique pixel art style. The game mixes intense action with deep exploration and challenges that require skills in both combat and navigating its labyrinthine environment, creating an evocative and immersive experience.

As well as the full version of Blasphemous 2 on console, the Collector’s Edition will include a Steelbook case with exclusive artwork, a printed instruction manual created by the developers along with a thank you letter from the Game Kitchen team, a Mark of Martyrdom metal coin, three art cards with new illustrations, two CD’s of music composed by Carlos Viola along with a collector’s CD cover with code to download the digital soundtrack, a printed game guide with over 60 pages, a beautiful album of illustrations and a certificate of authenticity all housed in a specially created premium finish collector’s box. 

Watch the Blasphemous 2 Collector’s Edition unboxing video below:

Blasphemous 2 Collector’s Edition is out today for Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X across European and North American retail stores for £86.99/€99.99/$99.99 across all platforms.

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About The Game Kitchen 

Founded in 2010, The Game Kitchen is an independent game studio based in Seville, Spain. Their motto is “we make meaningful indie games”.

They are well known for both their horror point-and-click adventure The Last Door (2013) and more recently for their best-selling indie game Blasphemous (2019). The sequel to Blasphemous is now available.

About Team17 Digital

Founded in 1990, Team17 Digital is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Part of Team17 Group plc, which floated on AIM in 2018, Team17 Digital has an extensive portfolio comprised of over 120 titles, and fully encapsulates the spirit of independent games. Team17 Digital’s portfolio of multi-award-winning and award-nominated in-house brands include Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the iconic Worms franchise, alongside its games label partner titles, including the award-winning games Blasphemous, Greak: Memories of Azur, and Overcooked! franchise.

About SelectaPlay

SelectaPlay is SelectaVisión’s video games publishing branch. The company works with talented studios on unique video games and helps them publish their titles in both physical and digital formats worldwide.

About SelectaVisión

SelectaVisión is a media entertainment distributor company founded in 1984. Based in Spain, SelectaVisión’s catalogue includes anime and live-action feature films, TV shows, and movies. Publishing both anime classics and the latest Japanese productions since 1997, SelectaVisión has built a long relationship with fan-favourite Japanese producers and distributors, becoming the major publisher of anime content for Spanish audiences. 

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NPC voice actors revealed for the upcoming rogue-like action platformer

Burton-on-Trent, UK. Having introduced the voice actors for The Guardians and Heroes, publisher Playtonic Friends is excited to reveal the talent of Elsie’s NPCs. Developed by Knight Shift Games, Elsie is an action-packed rogue-like action platformer set in a neo-retro world filled with procedurally generated levels where legions of deadly robots stand between you and discovering the truth of the disasters plaguing your home planet. Elsie will be released for PC, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in late summer 2024. Fans can add Elsie to their Wishlists for PC and PlayStation now and try out the free PC demo!

Elsie’s NPCs play a crucial role as you blast through each of your runs, providing vital enhancements and information to aid you in your quest. As you take the time to regroup after each level run in the beachside bastion known as Sapir Wharf, a place of relative respite from the action, you will meet the cast of quirky NPCs poised to offer their brand of support to get you back in the fight. It’s time to introduce the non-playable heroes and voices of Elsie: 

Tamoor Hussain – the voice of Hebbi, the Architect https://x.com/tamoorh
Hebbi restores portions of the Wharf in exchange for the bolts you gather on your runs.

Rachel Morales – the voice of Tera, Cafecito Lady https://www.instagram.com/rachelcmorales_/ 
Make sure you pay a visit to Tera, the Cafecito Lady for a dose of Grandma wisdom! 

Alexandria Rossi – the voice of Jacky, The Vault Keeper https://x.com/BossLadyLives 
Jacky will keep records of all your past runs so you can check on your progress

Alex Faciane – the voice of Gordon, The Cook https://x.com/FacianeA
Need a pick-me-up? Head over to Gordon the Cook, who will rustle you up an excellent meal, buffing your abilities on your next run.

Frazier Parez-Yadon – the voice of Remy, The Weaponsmith https://www.instagram.com/frazierperezyadon/ 
In order to defeat the hordes of robots, you will need an arsenal of firepower at your disposal. That’s where Remy the Weaponsmith steps in, so visit him to unlock new weapons and weapon-augmenting parts. 

Phil Daddario – the voice of Angel, The Mystic https://www.instagram.com/felixfaust/ 
Are you looking for a magical tactical advantage? Then look no further than Angel the Mystic! A visit to Angel can unlock a vast range of spells and abilities, empowering your runs with some extra mystical muscle. 

Watch the Elsie NPC voice actor reveal trailer below

About Elsie

Elsie is a neo-retro, hyperkinetic, rogue-like action platformer filled with procedurally generated levels and an army of robots to blast through. After an attack on the City of Neotoño, Dr. Grey takes refuge in a beachside bastion known as the Sapir Wharf.

Here, she creates Elsie: an android given a mission to uncover the mystery behind the attack and save planet Ekis from the disasters that have plagued it.

Players must dash, dive, and shoot their way through stages filled with dynamic enemies and intense boss fights, all while performing perfectly timed precision parrying. In this roguelike rollercoaster, players will die and die and die again – but you’ll always get back on your feet to embrace the chaos.

Features

• Adrenaline pumping platforming with a unique parry system
• Procedurally generated runs through neon-drenched pixel stages
• Endless synergies with dozens of weapons, skills and augments
• Tons of replayability with hours of content and daily challenges

Elsie will be launching for PC, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch late summer 2024. Fans can add Elsie to their Wishlists for PC and PlayStation now! Don’t forget to try out the free PC demo!

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About Playtonic Friends

The studio that brought you Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair, Playtonic launched their publishing arm, Playtonic Friends to be a helping hand to indie developers around the world. Established in February 2021 Playtonic Friends has helped bring incredible titles such as B.P.M, Demon Turf, Blossom Tales 2 and Lil Gator Game to wider audiences.

About Knight Shift Games

Knight Shift Games is an independent game studio based in Miami, FL, USA. We are dedicated to creating stylish games that reflect our core design values of breaking conventions, along with a hint of hardcore Hispanic spice.

Purge the defilement and protect the Maiden with Capcom’s newest genre-blending action and strategy game

Check out our review for Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess Review here!

London (July 19, 2024) Experience a new tale with Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess™ now available worldwide across Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and Steam! This Japanese folklore-inspired action strategy game introduces players to the luscious land of Mt. Kafuku, a beautiful mountain home to peaceful villagers and animals. What was once full of life, nature, and vibrant beauty is now overtaken by an ominous defilement and the Seethe, throwing those who live on it into turmoil. Sway, slash, and strategise your way to the Torii gates as Soh, the guardian whose goal is to protect the mountain’s Maiden Yoshiro from the sinister Seethe. The Maiden of the mountain is blessed with sacred powers that purge the defilement through majestic, ceremonial kagura dances.

For more information on Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, visit the official website and X page.

With this brand-new IP brought to life by the Capcom RE ENGINE, players can explore a fresh take on the tactical action genre rich with striking visual designs, various Japanese cultural inspirations, and a unique day to night gameplay cycle. Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess features a ton of new and fresh gameplay elements, including:

• A Unique Day/Night Cycle: During the day, players explore the village, purify the “defiled” villagers, assign those villagers various roles, and choose where to place them in order to best protect the Maiden Yoshiro and prepare for sundown. When night falls, Soh and the villagers must work together to protect Yoshiro against the hordes of emergent Seethe as they spill out of the Torii gates that are spread throughout the mountain.
• Encountering Diverse Villagers: As residents of Mt. Kafuku, the villagers need to be saved from the defilement and assigned various roles so they can aid in the battle against the Seethe. Learn the different characteristics of each villager role, including Woodcutters, Ascetics, Archers and more to prepare the villagers for a fierce fight. Players can also upgrade villager roles to get more support and issue commands to the villagers while fighting alongside them to defeat the Seethe and purify each village.
• Taking on the Sinister Seethe: When night falls, the Seethe will emerge from the other world. As they target the Maiden with a variety of terrifying attacks, it is up to the protagonist Soh to use dance-like sword techniques and command the villagers. Decide whether you should focus on close-quarters melee attacks yourself or support tactics. Test your strategic abilities with the constantly changing battlegrounds and different Seethe variants.

With the game now available, Capcom has released additional content so players can delve deeper into the mysterious world of Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess.

• Okami™ Collaboration Content – Following the demo release, players took part in a special challenge as a part of the Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess and Okami collaboration. Together, players impressively obtained 1 billion crystals and found 15 hidden Lucky Mallets, unlocking exclusive Okami content including the Amaterasu costume and weapon for Soh, the Waka costume for Yoshiro, and a special Okami collab soundtrack. Thanks to the players who played the demo, these special gifts are now available across all platforms for everyone!
• National Bunraku Theatre Collaboration – Capcom released a digital theater collaboration with Japan’s historic National Bunraku Theatre to present a performance depicting the prequel of Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess. Bunraku is a collaborative art that blends together narrative recitation, music, and puppetry in performance. Master Puppeteer and Japan’s National Treasure KIRITAKE Kanjuro performed a brand-new play called, “Ceremony of the Deity: The Maiden’s Destiny,” which is a prequel to the brand-new IP. Special puppets were created to represent Soh and the Maiden using traditional techniques from the Bunraku artists. To watch the play and become truly immersed in the story of Soh and Yoshiro, visit the official Capcom YouTube channel.

• Official Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess Theme Song – The game’s theme song, “Kunitsu-Gami,” sung by ermhoi and composed by Chikara Aoshima, brings together themes of defilement, spirits, and sins that are reflected throughout the story of Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess. Created with the inspiration of a children’s song based on the in-game universe, this song consists of meticulously crafted rhythmic patterns, and unique arrangements. Check out the official theme song here.
• Behind-the-Scenes Look at Creating Miniatures – The development team for Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess meticulously crafted the game with the goal of bringing their vision of a new, Japanese folklore-inspired IP to life. They took a unique approach into producing the stunning visuals in the game by creating miniature replicas of the villages and buildings and digitally scanned them into the game, and even pyrotechnics were used for reference for effects. To learn more about this unique and intricate process, visit the official X page which will be uploading various behind-the-scenes episodes capturing the making of Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess.

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.

Fan favorite WWE Superstars team up with the iconic Street Fighter 6 roster in a month-long limited event featuring exclusive game modes, cards, rewards, and more!

Direct from Metro City, the iconic STREET FIGHTER® 6 roster is coming to team up with fan favorite WWE Superstars in WWE® SuperCard*, the collectible card-battling game from Cat Daddy Games, appearing July 17, 2024 through August 15, 2024. Featuring character cards for 13 new fighters including Ryu, Juri, Luke, and Chun-Li, along with uniquely themed cards for WWE Superstars Rey Mysterio, Xavier Woods and Zelina Vega as they cosplay their favorite Street Fighter 6 characters. Fans can battle through special game modes for incredible rewards in this limited time event from July 15th through August 15th.

“Street Fighter game nights have been a staple of the studio for decades,” said Harley Howe, Studio Manager, Cat Daddy Games. “We’re extremely excited to welcome this franchise to the world of WWE SuperCard as both fans and players. We have done our best to build an experience blending the fusion of both games and hope everyone thoroughly enjoys it.”

Players can assemble their team of WWE Superstars and Street Fighter 6 legends to take on the new Tournament Mode, battling through the ranks to unlock new fighters. Next, power up for the Car Battle Mode, smashing through increasingly tougher vehicles to earn additional rewards.

Special in-game offers, daily streaks, bundles, Card Backs and Equipment will also be available. Finally, players who conquer all the challenges in this limited time event can channel the Satsui no Hado to unlock a mighty new Akuma Limited Edition card.

For more information on WWE SuperCard, visit the game’s  official website, become a fan on Facebook, follow the game on X, Instagram and TikTok or subscribe on YouTube.

*WWE SuperCard requires iOS 12.0 or later for iOS devices, including iPhone and iPad, and requires Android 5.0 and up for Android devices. App includes optional in-game purchases (including paid random items).

Cat Daddy Games is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). All trademarks and copyrights contained herein are the property of their respective holders. ©CAPCOM 2024

Japan-based master developers Skeleton Crew and their apprentices Devolver Digital have revealed Forestrike, a tactical kung fu game where repetition is the key to success. The game is set to launch in 2025, but lucky BitSummit attendees will have the chance to sample an early demo of the game this weekend.  

As a martial artist, named Yu, you embark on a journey across the country to free the Emperor from an evil Admiral’s influence. Adopting techniques from one of five unique Masters, each battle presents a puzzle that must be solved using your mind as well as your fists.

Yu encounters many foes on his path to the capital, and he is always outnumbered, but he has a secret weapon: the Foresight, a meditative technique that allows him to mentally perceive fights over and over until he finds a sequence of movements that allows him to overcome the odds.

Once ready, our hero must fight in reality, where losing means starting everything over, but progress is permanent. Winning doesn’t always mean he will emerge from each encounter unscathed, but the further he travels, the stronger he will become.

Forestrike is the latest creation from Skeleton Crew, the team behind 2021’s Olija, also published by Devolver, and continues the studio’s unique artistic style, combat and fantasy-based storytelling.

Forewarned is Forearmed
The Foresight, a distinctive game mechanic that lets players experiment without consequences before fighting for real – and win or die trying. Forestrike’s roguelike game loop generates unique runs and encounters every time, so adaptation and improvisation are crucial to progress. 

Visceral Kung Fu Combat
Always outnumbered, learn to dispatch mobs of brutal enemies with poise and efficiency using everything at your disposal. Upgrade and customize your movesets with techniques from your chosen Masters to help you outwit your opponents in fierce, puzzle-like battles.

Handcrafted Fantasy
Journey through a visually striking fantasy world inhabited by unique characters, vicious enemies and magical revelations. Intricate pixel art landscapes form an atmospheric backdrop to handcrafted animation and characters.

Visit https://forestrikegame.com to Wishlist now!

Hercule Poirot returns with one of his most famous investigations!

Sydney, Australia – 19^th July 2024 – It’s time to use your little grey cells!  Agatha Christie – The ABC Murders is back on PlayStation 5. Rediscover one of the most famous investigations of the renowned detective, and watch the launch trailer to unveil the chilling challenge posed by a mysterious killer. 

Watch the launch trailer Below:

The PlayStation 5 version of Agatha Christie – The ABC Murders offer the option to play in 4K at 30 FPS or 1080p at 60 FPS, and feature various visual enhancements for an improved immersive experience. 

Agatha Christie – The ABC Murders, is now available on PlayStation 5 both physically and digitally.

About Agatha Christie – The ABC Murders: 

The ABC Murders is an adventure and investigation game adapted from the classic Agatha Christie novel. The player embodies the famous Hercule Poirot in a 3rd person perspective adventure game packed with mysteries. 

Once again, the private detective will find himself up against a mysterious opponent who goes by the name of ‘ABC’. Your intelligence will never have been so challenged! You will have to explore many crime scenes in various cities set in beautiful surroundings across the United Kingdom. Leave no stone unturned when it comes to cross examinations and deadly puzzles!

Observe, question and explore everything possible in order to make the smartest deductions and understand the murderer’s plans!

Features: 

• EXAMINATIONS – The player can collect information by examining suspects and paying attention to what they say, how they say it and how they feel. 
• PUZZLES – The player will have to solve puzzles in order to obtain more clues.
• BRAIN DEDUCTIONS – Depending on the clues collected, the player will be able to make deductions and find out more about the murderer.
• TIMELINE – As the player draws conclusions and progresses through the story, he can use Poirot’s Timeline. This means that Hercule Poirot can build a timeline with all the relevant events revealed during the investigation.

Agatha Christie – The ABC Murders is now available on PlayStation 5 in-store. 

About Microids

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

About Agatha Christie Limited

Agatha Christie Limited (ACL) has been managing the literary and media rights to Agatha Christie’s works around the world since 1955. Collaborating with the very best talents in film, television, publishing, stage and on digital platforms ACL ensures that Christie’s work continues to reach new audiences in innovative ways and to the highest standard.  The company is managed by Christie’s great grandson James Prichard. 

Concord’s Open Beta is now live and the Firewalk team is so excited to welcome players back into the Concord galaxy to try out the new map, new variant and new mode! 

Check out how to access these new features via the Concord Twitter post here!

The Open Beta will run from Friday, 19 July through to Monday, July 22 AEST, granting players a weekend’s worth of galactic action on PS5 and PC. Jump aboard the spaceship Northstar, meet the Freegunners, then head planetside to take on rival crews across multiple different game modes. Open Beta gives you a chance to try out the 16-strong character roster, and get to grips with Crew Builder, the Job Board and more.

You can access the Concord Open Beta on PS5 here, Steam here & Epic Games Store here. 

From familiar characters like Haymar, Vale, and Lennox to other Northstar crew favourites such as It-Z and Teo, players can experiment with various gameplay dynamics, across multiple planets and maps like Freewater’s intense combat zones on Glance, Water Hazard’s thrilling battles on Leviathan, and the ancient observatory Star Chamber on Gloom. 

Players will find additional gameplay details, tips and lore in the ‘How to Play’ section of the Open Beta’s main menu. To bolster that info and arm players with additional gameplay tips ahead of launch, check out the latest interview with Firewalk Studios’ lead gameplay designer Claude Jerome and lead character designer Jon Weisnewski, as they take players through the intricacies of the multiplayer shooter’s gameplay mechanics and systems – head to the PlayStation Blog here. 

Be sure to stay tuned for more information about the beta, including server availability timing, PC specs, and more, by following Concord on Twitter/X, Instagram, and TikTok, as well as by joining the community in the Official Concord Discord.

Keep up with the latest news from PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. 

Get the New Canis Castigator SUV at Southern San Andreas Super Autos – Plus, Bonuses on Hotring Circuit Races, Triple Rewards on a New Community Series, and More

The Canis Castigator rides a very thin line: it’s the only SUV in the world with a net-negative carbon footprint that’s also capable of grinding the most remote wilderness trail into a muddy pulp.

Grab a Castigator for yourself from Southern San Andreas Super Autos or scope it out at the Luxury Autos showroom. You can also acquire one for free by completing all the Tier 4 Career Progress Challenges for Bottom Dollar Bounties.

Bonuses on Hotring Circuit Races and More

Earn 2X GTA$ and 4X RP as you race alongside other adrenaline-addicted lunatics jostling for position in Hotring Circuit Races. Discover the Hotring Circuit in the Stunt Races area of the Jobs list in the Pause Menu, or by joining the San Andreas Super Sport Series from your in-game map or phone.

In Rhino Hunt, the mighty Goliath of the Rhino tank is outnumbered by a team of wily Davids armed with Sticky Bombs, with both sides gunning for 2X GTA$ and RP this week. Plus, collect valuable dead drops by laying claim to G’s Caches strewn about the map and get 2X GTA$ and RP each day through July 24.

2X GTA$ and RP on New Daily Madrazo Bounties
Martin Madrazo wouldn’t be where he is without racking up a few enemies. Martin’s heard about you going into business with Maude and Jenette — and he wants in on the action. Daily Madrazo Bounties are now available to Bail Enforcement Office owners and are paying out 2X GTA$ and RP this week.

When you’re in the vicinity of a Madrazo Bounty, he will contact you with details. Complete three bounties for Martin Madrazo through July 24 and you will be awarded the Weekly Challenge bonus of GTA$100,000. Martin also still needs assistance in Contact Missions — a good resume-builder for any aspiring criminal, they’re paying out a sweet 2X GTA$ and RP all week long too.

3X GTA$ and RP on the Community Series

Experience the best of the GTA Online community’s boundless creativity, with new and innovative modes that make the most of the Creator’s expanding toolkit — and paying out 3X GTA$ and RP all week long.

{ALEE} Garden of Artemis by aleeenur

This Team Deathmatch takes place within a tranquil garden with two temple-like structures and a stream burbling through the middle. Take cover inside the temples or behind colorful, gigantic flowers and fire at will.

= HOLE DUNE = by S-PxRxE

Wrestle for supremacy in this Sumo-style Last Team Standing that pits Dunes against each other. The outer rim of the arena is rigged with explosives and mines to maximize the carnage and ensure you can’t play it safe.

GreatSaltLakeDesert 1 by Ruy23trygta

Go for a land speed record on this sprawling Open Wheel track built at the foot of Mount Chiliad and its surrounding mountain range as you zoom through fog banks just above the Alamo Sea.

Mountain Master by jasondude7116

This challenging Stunt Race set between mountain peaks requires some mastery: the track has no barriers to prevent drivers from flying off to their doom.

D-MATCH_WATERFALL-ARENA by zZ_TOPDOG_Zz

There’s plenty of cover to duck behind in this Team Deathmatch on the waterfall and white-water rapids of Cassidy Creek, but you’ll need to avoid explosions set off by enemy gunfire to survive. Stay frosty or you’re toast.

Papepo パペポ by taxicab_number

This King of the Hill on the LSIA tarmac ramps up the chaos with a single Hill in the middle of the runway, surrounded by Phantom Wedges, Ramp Buggies, Armored Boxvilles, and Wastelanders. Bashing and flinging each other into the air with these vehicles will help your team maintain control of the miniature Hill.

xııı. BASTION by II_TREIZIEME_II

Wade through moats of water between geometric structures and platforms used as Hills in this creative KOTH that provides opponents with crucial vantage points that allow them to attack without being spotted. Grenades add an explosive element.

Premium Deluxe Motorsport Showroom

Simeon is keeping it classic with his latest rotating selection of returning vehicles on display:

• Grotti Stinger GT (Sports Classic, 30% off)
• Enus Cognoscenti (Sedan)
• Gallivanter Baller LE (SUV)
• Obey 9F Cabrio (Sports)
• LCC Hexer (Motorcycle)

Luxury Autos Showroom and More…

Visit the Luxury Autos showroom in Rockford Hills to see the new Canis Castigator (SUV) and the Declasse Yosemite 1500 (Off-Road).

Win the LS Car Meet Series for two days in a row to become the owner of a Vulcar Warrener HKR (Sedan). At the Test Track, put the pedal to the metal in three daring Test Rides, all available for purchase and discounted at 30% off this week: the Coil Raiden (Sports), Pfister 811 (Super), and Vapid Bullet (Super).

Hao’s Premium Test Ride on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S is a souped-up Karin S95 (Sports) with the Princess Robot Bubblegum livery and Pony Pink lighting.

Spin the Lucky Wheel inside The Diamond Casino & Resort for a shot at the flaming-hot Shitzu Hakuchou Drag (Motorcycle) and other assorted prizes.

DISCOUNTS:

• Apartment Properties – 30% off
• Grotti Stinger GT (Sports Classic) – 30% off
• Coil Raiden (Sports) – 30% off
• Pfister 811 (Super) – 30% off
• Vapid Bullet (Super) – 30% off
• Truffade Nero (Super) – 30% off
• Dinka Kanjo SJ (Coupe) – 30% off
• Överflöd Tyrant (Super) – 30% off

Gun Van Inventory and Discounts

Knife | Service Carbine (40% off) | Combat Shotgun | Compact Rifle | Assault Shotgun | Assault SMG (40% off for GTA+ Members) | Grenades | Molotovs | Sticky Bombs | Armor

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The arrival of the Bottom Dollar Bounties update in GTA Online also brings with it an assortment of new benefits for the premium Membership for GTA Online players on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Claim the following through July 31:

• Free Överflöd Pipistrello (Super) 
• Limited-Time Liveries for Some of the Latest Vehicles
• New Chameleon Paints
• And More… 

All this, along with ongoing monthly GTA$1,000,000 bonuses through August, access to a rotating assortment of classic Rockstar Games titles, and much more. Visit the GTA+ website for full details.

AS ANIME GROWTH CONTINUES Anime Fans to get First Peek at Crunchyroll’s New Look and Feel at SDCC Along with Crunchyroll Concert Series Featuring LiSA and the One Piece25th Anniversary: Symphonic Voyage Presented in Collaboration with Toei Animation

Watch the Brand Evolution video below

Sydney, Australia (July 19, 2024) – Crunchyroll, the ultimate brand for all things anime, is unveiling a new brand identity today. The new look, feel, and sound will reflect the joy that anime brings to fans, tapping into an ethos of fun and celebration.

Crunchyroll continues to bring anime to fans in all the ways they want it across streaming, theatrical, events, games, music, news, consumer products, collectibles, and more. Central to Crunchyroll’s growth has been a focus on connecting fans and creators in celebration of their shared passions.

Starting on July 26 with San Diego Comic-Con, the updated and recharged Crunchyroll brand identity will be rolled out across all fan touchpoints of the organization over the next year.

The updated brand identity includes a modernized logo with a balanced eye symbol and revamped wordmark; a new font set called Crunchyroll Atyp that blends classic and modern elements for improved readability; and a vibrant color system featuring orange, black, white, and taupe to reflect anime’s dynamic nature. The new glyph system boasts over 139 anime and manga-inspired characters, adding depth and personality. A new seven-second audio-visual mnemonic captures the immersive Crunchyroll experience with anime-inspired sound design and playful elements. Collaboration and co-creation with Japanese artists on new textures and patterns further enhance the brand’s authenticity and immersive storytelling.

Fans will first experience the new Crunchyroll look and feel at San Diego Comic-Con, where the brand evolution will be emblazoned across the Rady Shell concert venue in celebration of the Crunchyroll Concert Series. Giving fans even more ways to express and celebrate their love for anime and Japanese pop culture, the two-day event will feature J-Pop sensation LiSA and hyperpop genius Alice Longyu Gao, as well as the One Piece 25th Anniversary: Symphonic Voyage concert in collaboration with Toei Animation, celebrating the iconic series’ 25th anniversary.

Additionally, the new brand identity will also be showcased inside and outside the San Diego Convention Center. There, fans will get a chance to showcase their passion for anime by picking up a limited and fan-forward streetwear collection inspired by the new and refreshed Crunchyroll – designed by 2024 CFDA Fashion Fund finalist Sebastian Ami!

“As the number of ‘anime-curious’ people approaches the one billion mark, and anime continues to command a prominent place in popular culture, we wanted to evolve the Crunchyroll brand to appeal to a growing diversity of global fans without losing the core essence of what fans have loved about Crunchyroll along the way,” said Rahul Purini, President of Crunchyroll. “We believe this new brand evolution will encourage and welcome many anime fans to deepen their love for years to come.”

“A lot of attention to detail and meaning was embedded into all the unique elements of our updated look and feel. Whether it be the vibrancy of our new Crunchyroll orange or the audio mark inspired by anime’s unique sounds,” said Gita Rebbapragada, Chief Operating Officer of Crunchyroll, who also oversees marketing. “Our teams live and breathe anime, and we wanted to pour that passion into designing a brand that is purposely fit for legions of fans around the world – giving them space to deepen their love and further their emotional connection.”

Development of the new brand identity package was led by Crunchyroll’s Markus Gerdemann (Senior Vice President, Marketing) and Norman Rabinovich (Vice President, Creative Services).

Crunchyroll offers fans the ultimate anime experience, pairing the world’s largest dedicated anime streaming library of 50,000 episodes and more than 25,000 hours of anime series, music, and films with experiences across events, theatrical, gaming, ecommerce, and so much more.

Over the last year, anime – and thus Crunchyroll – has surpassed numerous milestones, achieved increased success and launched new fan-forward initiatives.

About Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll is the global anime brand that fuels fans’ love of anime. With the ambition to make anime an even bigger part of pop culture and truly irresistible, Crunchyroll offers fans the ultimate anime experience and destination centered around a premium streaming service. It boasts the largest dedicated anime library, an immersive world of events, exciting theatrical releases, unique games, must-have merchandise, timely news, and more. Anime is for everyone and is accessible to stream across territories through Crunchyroll—whether on the go on mobile, through gaming consoles and big-screen devices at home, or on desktops anywhere.

Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between U.S.-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan’s Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group.