Solo dev starts us on the hunt for the keychain killer in point and click murder mystery coming to PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch

Tampa, FL, USA – July 11th 2024 – Solo developer Made From Strings and publisher Dionous Games have today released a new developer commentary for their PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Switch murder mystery adventure in space, Murder On Space Station 52. In the video, developer Christopher Mathes welcomes us to hand-drawn, atmospheric sci-fi noir world of Space Station 52 and introduces the key mechanics you’ll be playing with as you hunt down the “Keychain Killer”, including an investigative murder board littered with suspects, compelling point and click puzzling and cosmetic unlockables that reward exploration.

In Murder On Space Station 52, you play as Edward Locke. The new repairman finds himself trapped on a strange space station filled with even stranger people, including one with a penchant for leaving dead bodies lying around with keys in their wounds. Edward soon finds himself filling out a murder board with suspects as he tries to draw connections and figure out which of them is the Keychain Killer.

The game’s murder mystery investigation draws on classic adventure game mechanics with its point and click puzzles, while also offering a modern touch thanks to in-game currency that you earn as you explore, allowing you to customise your apartment and fill an aquarium with an array of strange and curious creatures. It’s all on show in the new dev commentary video and you can delve further into the richly conceived world of Space Station 52, get a taste of its rip-roaring blues-inspired soundtrack and fully voiced cast of charismatic characters in the game’s announcement trailer.

“Murder On Space Station 52 really is a labour of love,” said developer Christopher Mathes. “The art is hand-drawn, I’ve composed the soundtrack and I’ve voiced most of the characters. All that work is going to be worth it when I see people getting wrapped up in the murder mystery waiting for them on Station 52! I can’t wait to be back soon to tell you more about exactly when you’ll be able to play it.”

About Made From Strings

Made From Strings is the pseudonym of artist, musician and game developer Christoper Mathes. The studio’s debut titles was the supernatural puzzle adventure Moonrise Fall and the studio is currently working on murder mystery adventure, Murder On Space Station 52. 

About Dionous Games

Dionous Games develop and publish narrative-driven games. They are always looking to share their passion for adventure games and join forces with people who love to work in a collaborative environment. The studio specialises in titles developed in Visionaire Studio Engine.

Dive into an all-new Horde Mode XL map set in Phoenix, and grab the new premium Desert Defenders Weapons Pack DLC

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – July 11, 2024 – The deadliest fight against the undead begins today! The new “Battle of Arizona” update is now available and free for all players in World War Z: Aftermath, the ultimate co-op zombie shooter from Saber Interactive inspired by Paramount Pictures’ blockbuster film. “Battle of Arizona” introduces a brand-new map for the massive Horde Mode XL (playable on Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S). Set in an abandoned military museum in Phoenix, this latest map takes the war against the swarms to challenging new extremes. Do you have what it takes to hold the line against impossible odds?

Today also marks the arrival of the new Desert Defenders Weapons Pack, a premium bundle featuring the new Kukri melee weapon that slices AND dices, as well as four new desert-themed, military-grade weapon skins specially crafted for the DE50 pistol, 1877 SBL rifle, TMP5 SMG, and M500 shotgun. The Desert Defenders Weapons Pack is available for $4.99 on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC*.

In addition, today’s “Battle of Arizona” update features free content for all owners of the original World War Z and World War Z: Aftermath, including:

• New Power-up – Improving Bags: Discover all-new Improving Bag power-ups on PvE and Horde Mode maps for a crucial advantage in the heat of battle! Arm yourself with a variety of bonuses, including a unique boost to strikes, increased ammo capacity, and an additional equipment slot.
• Class Swapping in Horde Mode and Horde Mode XL: Players can now change their class once during each preparation wave, giving you a chance to adjust your tactics in a pinch!    
• Custom Player Portrait Frames: Show off your accomplishments with new customizable player portrait frames, which are displayed in lobbies and on the scoreboard.

Powered by the next generation of Saber’s dynamic Swarm Engine™, World War Z: Aftermath lets you play solo with AI squadmates or in co-op for up to four players with full crossplay between PC and consoles. Take on hordes of ravenous zombies with all content from World War Z: Game of the Year Edition, featuring full episodes in New York, Moscow, Jerusalem, Tokyo, Marseille, Rome/Vatican City, and the Kamchatka peninsula, as well as the new premium Arizona campaign episode! Experience the heart-pounding immersion of Aftermath’s optional first-person mode, decimate the undead with unique melee weapons, and master eight classes with distinct play styles and customizable loadouts.

For the latest World War Z news, visit WWZgame.com.

*Owners of the original World War Z on PlayStation and Xbox can also purchase the Desert Defenders Weapons Pack.

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 Paramount Consumer Products

Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by a diverse slate of consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products’ portfolio is based on content from platforms including Paramount+, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), cable networks (including MTV, Nickelodeon and Showtime), and Paramount Pictures. Additionally, the division operates Paramount Game Studios. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world’s most beloved, iconic franchises. To view our range of consumer products and Paramount branded apparel, visit ParamountShop.com.

• GIANTS Software announces record-attendance
• Farming Simulator 25 presentations hyped the fans
• Farming Simulator League World Champion crowned

Days after the long-awaited announcement of Farming Simulator 25, publisher and developer GIANTS Software met thousands of fans at the Fendt Forum in Marktoberdorf, Germany, where the famous manufacturer’s tractors are produced. With a record attendance of more than 3,500 visitors, the event marks another milestone in the history of the family-friendly Farming Simulator series – as the biggest FarmCon yet.

In-Depth Look at Farming Simulator 25

For the first time, the fans got a comprehensive impression of the upcoming game when several high-ranking developers took the stage. After Stefan Geiger (CTO) laid the foundation with a detailed look at the new GIANTS Engine 10, Senior Level Designer Florian Busse captivated the audience with an emotional look at the new US map Riverbend Springs. The dynamic duo Manuel Leithner (Lead Gameplay Programmer) and Stefan Maurus (Gameplay Programmer & Lead Integrator) presented machines and gameplay.

Tractor Driving, Factory Tours, Free Fendt Pack & More

Visitors also had the chance to get behind the wheel of Fendt’s iconic tractors like the Fendt 942 Vario to experience over 400 units of horsepower and take part in special factory tours. GIANTS Software also invited fans to ask questions in Q&A sessions, meet international content creators from around the world, and watch Team HELM win the Farming Simulator League crown for season five. In addition, the developers released the FarmCon 24 – Fendt Pack for Farming Simulator 22 for free for everyone to download.

Reflecting on the event, GIANTS Software CEO Christian Amman commented: “Our ever-growing community continues to amaze us with their unwavering enthusiasm. This year’s FarmCon truly demonstrated how unique, engaged, and passionate our fans are. We want to thank all of our attendees for making this our biggest event yet, and we look forward to the future with Farming Simulator 25.”

Farming Simulator 25 will be released on PC, Mac, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S. Pre-orders are available now on selected channels. Visit the official Farming Simulator website.

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About GIANTS Software

GIANTS Software is an international video game developer and publisher from Switzerland established in 2004 and known worldwide for creating the popular Farming Simulator series. The team with offices in Switzerland (Zurich), Germany (Erlangen), USA (Chicago) and Czech Republic (Brno) is very committed to maintain close contact to the agricultural industry and to engage with the community.

About Farming Simulator

Since 2008, over 30 million units of Farming Simulator have been sold worldwide. The game series has been released on all popular platforms including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs since then. From the start, the team enabled users to create mods with the company’s own GIANTS Engine. With the Farming Simulator League (FSL), the series introduced a competitive esports mode in 2019 – with teams competing in professional tournaments and many acclaimed brands and sponsors on board.

© 2024 Published and developed by GIANTS Software GmbH. Farming Simulator, GIANTS Software and its logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GIANTS Software GmbH. All manufacturers, agricultural machinery, agricultural equipment, names, brands and associated imagery featured in this game in some cases include trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners. The agricultural machines and equipment in this game may be different from the actual machines in shapes, colors and performance. © 2024 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC. “PlayStation“, “PS5“ and “PS5 logo“ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, the Xbox Sphere mark, the Series X logo, Series S logo, Series X|S logo, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X|S are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. “Mac” is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. All other names, trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

HAMBURG, Germany (July 10th, 2024) – Developer Pixelsplit and Daedalic Entertainment are here with a job offer for you from NORN Corp., who were somehow involved in the mysterious events of March 24 at the Nelson Bros Circus. Shift 87 is an observation horror game. The primary responsibility of the vacant position is reporting anomalies and horror observation, so if you think “well, horror observation is what I do all day in the office anyway,” then this opportunity is for you! Shift 87 is coming to Steam PC on July 23rd, but you can start right now w/o any embargo whatsoever. Just reply to this mail, and we’ll provide access. But please, read on! There is more, funkier stuff yet to come. 

Psst, hey! This is just for your ears only, okay? I wanted to give you a heads-up, to make sure this package truly is worse than your current situation. NORN Corp. claims they have “more variety, more environments, more details than in comparable places.” Not sure what exit they were taking, but they go on about there being some “secret ending if you find all 66 anomalies.” Wait! It gets even weirder… “Playtime: 2-3 hours.” Guess that means you’ll have a lot of free time on your hands after your shift! There is one caveat, though: “50% of the anomalies may be creepy, but easy to spot – the other 50% are more subtle and easy to miss.” So. There. I warned ya. Good luck with not getting paranoid!

Job Announcement: Join the NORN Corporation Team

Position: Anomaly Detector
Company: NORN Corporation
Location: Virtual environments, NORN HQ

Job Overview:

We at NORN Corporation have a unique job offer for you. As you’re one of our most loyal employees, we invite you to contribute to the development of our latest disruptive technology. Our background checks have indicated only minor risks regarding your psychological stability, making you an ideal candidate.

Your Advantage:

• Flexible Shifts: Complete project-related shifts in addition to your current responsibilities at NORN.
• Financial Benefits: Reduce your tuition repayment period by 3 years and switch from deferment to repayment of your medical loans.

Your Task:

• Environment Familiarization: Navigate through each level and memorize it.
• Deviation Detection: Spot any deviations as you’re sent through altered versions of the same environments.
• Anomaly Reporting: Use your designated device to report any anomalies.
• Accuracy Required: Incorrect reports will lead to a reset of the sequence.
• Shift Completion: End your shift only after completing your run and reporting all anomalies.
• Workday Conclusion: Your working day ends once all scenes are reviewed and anomalies reported.

 Important Notice:
Try to remain calm in challenging situations, as overlooking inconsistencies can prolong your shift. Excessive levels of adrenaline, noradrenaline, or cortisol could lead to permanent damage.

 Interested?
If you have an eye for detail and are not afraid of brain-computer interfaces or minor medical procedures, speak to your supervisor now. Your personalized contract is ready and waiting for your signature. Due to its size (384 pages), it will only be provided digitally. Don’t worry if your first shift takes longer than anticipated; our medical intervention team will take care of you.

 Background Information:
Anomaly (plural anomalies): From Latin anomalia, from Ancient Greek ἀνωμαλία (anōmalía, “irregularity, anomaly”), from ἀνώμαλος (anṓmalos, “irregular, uneven”), negating the meaning of ὁμαλός (homalós, “even”), from ὁμός (homós, “same”).

Observation (plural observations): From Latin observationem (nominative observatio), “a watching over, observance, investigation.” Noun of action from past-participle stem of observare, “watch over, note, heed, look to, attend to, guard, regard, comply with.”

Quality Assurance (plural quality assurances): From early civilizations’ rudimentary quality checks to modern approaches like TQM, ISO standards, and contemporary methodologies, quality management has undergone remarkable transformations. At NORN, our priority is to ensure that our disruptive technologies are sufficiently tested before we present them to our partners in the civil and military sectors.

Apply Now, and Become Part of the Future with NORN Corporation!

About Pixelsplit

Pixelsplit is a fully remote indie game dev studio based in Germany. They’ve launched several distinctive titles, including Indoorlands, Virtual Rides 3, and Deadly Days. Their latest addition, REVEIL, further demonstrates their strong commitment to crafting unique and engaging gaming experiences.

About Daedalic Entertainment

Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher that has supported indie developers for over 17 years, bringing their titles to every major gaming platform. The line-up of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new line-up of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include New Cycle, Barotrauma, Capes, Unrailed!, REVEIL, Potion Tycoon, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish! and more.

Please look out for upcoming games like Reveil, Capes, Woodo, Magin: The Rat Project Stories, Edge of Sanity, Wild Woods, and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house Nacon.

Tackle deadly creatures, wield the legendary Buster Sword, carve out a kingdom to call your own and much more with July’s Game Catalogue lineup! Remnant II, Crisis Core – Final Fantasy VII – Reunion, Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord and many more games will be available from Tuesday, 16 July for PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe members. There’s also a new selection of classics and PS VR2 game offerings coming to PlayStation Plus Deluxe. Let’s take a closer look at each of the new game announcements. 

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalogue

Remnant II – Standard Edition | PS5

Remant II is the sequel to the best-selling game Remnant: From the Ashes that pits survivors of humanity against new deadly creatures and god-like bosses across terrifying worlds. Play solo or co-op with two other friends to explore the depths of the unknown to stop an evil from destroying reality itself. To succeed, players will need to rely on their own skills and those of their team to overcome the toughest challenges and to stave off humanity’s extinction.

Crisis Core – Final Fantasy VII – Reunion | PS4, PS5

Embark on a poignant single-player story shaped by actor Abubakar Salim’s own experience with grief, discovering how love gives us the courage to press on after devastating loss. Wield powers from the Sun and the Moon to defeat restless spirits in rhythmic combat and become a worthy Nganga: a spiritual healer. Discover a rich universe with untold lore of chaos & order and journey through mystical 2.5D realms awash with colour and depth, emboldened by multi-award-winning composer Nainita Desai’s enchanting original score.

Mount & Blade II: Bannerlord | PS4, PS5

Set forth on an epic adventure in a fictional Dark Ages sandbox that combines strategy and action-RPG gameplay. Create and develop your own character, gather companions, and use diplomacy, trade, and roguery to your advantage as you attempt to establish your clan among the ranks of the nobility. Raise armies to command and fight alongside in huge, real-time battles and sieges using an extensive command system, and an intuitive, skill-based directional combat system. Carve out your own kingdom or champion another’s cause as you explore the vast, reimagined continent of Calradia in this prequel to the critically acclaimed Mount & Blade: Warband.

The Jackbox Party Pack 9 | PS4, PS5

Introducing the ninth installment of the best-selling Party Pack Franchise you know and love! Whether you’re hanging out with friends, having a remote happy hour, trying to make the holidays less awkward, or looking for your next game to stream, The Jackbox Party Pack 9 is here to spice things up. Play now in English, French, Italian, German, or Spanish. You don’t need extra controllers for extra players – everyone uses their phones or tablets to play! Games support up to 10 players and 10,000 audience members joining in the fun to impact the outcome of the game. 

Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous | PS4, PS5

Embark on a journey to a realm overrun by demons in a new epic RPG from the creators of the critically acclaimed Pathfinder: Kingmaker. Explore the nature of good and evil, learn the true cost of power, and rise as a Mythic Hero capable of deeds beyond mortal expectations. Create any character imaginable with the flexibility, richness, and depth of the Pathfinder First Edition ruleset. Choose from 25 classes, 12 character races, and more than a thousand spells, feats, and abilities to suit your personal playstyle. Enjoy two combat modes as you slay your enemies – real-time with pause or turn-based. Switch between them on the fly, so you can always take things as slowly — or as quickly — as you like. The unique Pathfinder ruleset also allows you to perform advanced combat maneuvers, like mounted combat. Use them wisely!

No More Heroes 3 | PS4, PS5

No More Heroes 3 follows the otaku assassin Travis Touchdown as he takes up his trusty beam katana once more and slashes his way through ten of the deadliest fighters in the galaxy. Now he must make it to the top of the Galactic Superhero Rankings in order to stop the evil Prince FU and his ten alien underlings from taking over Earth. Rack up combos with Travis’ beam katana and experience hack-and-slash action like never before. 

Travis Strikes Again: No More Heroes Complete Edition | PS4

Travis Touchdown has been sucked into the legendary Death Drive Mk II games console, and the characters of the Death Drive Mk II’s diverse game library aren’t going to go down without a fight! Slice your way through them with all the beam charging, pro-wrestling-finisher action you know and love — turned up to 11. Burn through your skill gauge and link special and regular attacks for some kick-ass combos! Mix-up your approach and own your playstyle.

Deadcraft | PS4

Welcome to Deadcraft, a new twist on the zombie survival-action genre. In a world ravaged by a deadly virus, half-zombie Reid must survive not only by taking an axe, weedwhacker— anything he can get his hands on—to hordes of the undead, but by growing some zombie followers of his own. Choose your allies and enemies wisely as you try to make it through the apocalypse alive! 

Steep* | PS4

Ride a massive open world across the Alps, where the powder is always fresh and the run never ends. Defy and master the mountain alone or with friends on skis, wingsuits, snowboards and paragliders. Record and share your best stunts. Ride solo or drop in next to other players to share thrilling rides. A permanent internet connection is required in order to play the game.

*PS Plus Re-Release

PlayStation Deluxe | PS VR2 & Classics

Job Simulator | PS VR2

In a world where robots have replaced all human jobs, step into the ‘Job Simulator’ to learn what it was like ‘to job’. Players can relive the glory days of work by simulating the ins and outs of being a gourmet chef, an office worker, a convenience store clerk, and more.

Summoner | PS4, PS5

In this PS2 action-RPG, Summoners have toppled empires and challenged gods. With rings crafted by the ancient Khosani, the gifted can call forth demons, dragons, and elementals, but only the strongest can control the forces they unleash. Born with the mark of the Summoner, Joseph possesses a power greater than emperors and gods. As a child, he summoned a demon to save his village, and watched in horror as those he loved were destroyed. Nine years later, the armies of Orenia invade, and Joseph must confront the prophecy he was born to fulfill. 

Ratchet and Clank Size Matters | PS4, PS5

Explore the mysterious Technomite Universe and even journey inside Clank’s head in this original adventure built for the PSP system. Wield weapons, customise your armour, and shrink yourself down to discover the new worlds! Experience Ratchet & Clank: Size Matters, originally released on the PSP, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters.

Jeanne d’Arc | PS4, PS5

Enter the 15th century, as France and England battle during the Hundred Years’ War. A mysterious and powerful armlet appears on the wrist of a young crusader named Jeanne. Commanded by an oracle from above, Jeanne wields the armlet to turn back the dark invading army to save her homeland once and for all. Experience Jeanne d’Arc, originally released on the PSP, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters.

To learn more about the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for July, visit the PlayStation Blog.

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The Long Running Acclaimed Karaoke Franchise Is Back

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 11 JULY 2024: Let’s Sing 2025 – the latest instalment in the long running acclaimed karaoke franchise – will be coming to Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S later this year.

Now in its thirteenth year, the series brings a collection of chart topping, foot tapping chorus busting karaoke brilliance to users across the world. So, grab your microphone, warm up your vocal cords, and prepare for some singing brilliance later in 2024!

About Voxler 

Voxler is a French developer of music games. The company was created in 2005 and the team focuses its energy on developing great games based on advanced technology. Voxler develops or has developed several games on all platforms (Switch™, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, and Xbox One®) and on iOS, Android and PC. The team’s key commitment is to give players unforgettable moments in high-quality games. The studio works with leading worldwide publishers and invests continuously in order to exploit the full potential of each platform. More information at http://www.voxler.fr.

Voxler is a PLAION company.

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. 

NBA 2K25 debuts first NBA and WNBA dual global cover celebrating the growth of the popularity of basketball

Launches worldwide on September 6 with the New-Gen version of NBA 2K25 delivering enhanced authenticity and realism powered by ProPLAY^TM technology on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and, new for this year, on PC

Today, 2K unveiled that five-time NBA All-Star Boston Celtics Forward and reigning NBA Champion Jayson Tatum will be the cover athlete for the NBA® 2K25 Standard Edition. Tatum will be featured alongside the back-to-back WNBA Champion, two-time WNBA MVP and six-time WNBA All-Star Las Vegas Aces Forward, A’ja Wilson as dual cover athletes for the NBA® 2K25 All-Star Edition. Wilson will also grace the cover of the NBA® 2K25 WNBA Edition, a GameStop Exclusive Physical Edition available in the US and Canada. The 2024 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee, eight-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA Team and NBA dunk contest legend, Vince Carter, will be featured on the cover of the NBA 2K25 Hall of Fame Edition. NBA 2K25 will be available on September 6th on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch.

“It’s an honour to be named a cover athlete for NBA 2K25,” said Jayson Tatum. “I’ve been playing NBA 2K since I was a kid and it’s been a dream to one day be on the cover. Even after coming off an NBA Championship, it’s humbling to see this come to life.”

“Being featured on the NBA 2K25 cover is a big moment for me and a testament to the ever-growing fandom of the WNBA,” said A’ja Wilson. “Seeing more and more WNBA athletes scanned into NBA 2K25 to best capture the style and confidence of the league has been empowering, and I can’t wait for fans to experience it in-game.”

“Between the honours NBA 2K and the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame have bestowed upon me, this year is an unforgettable one, making me pause with gratitude at my career,” said Vince Carter. “Being named a cover athlete would have always been a special moment for me, but it is a particular honour to be on the cover of the NBA 2K25 Hall of Fame Edition.”

With NBA 2K25, players will forge a dynasty in MyCAREER, compete in new MyTEAM modes, and, for those on New-Gen platforms, players will also experience an added sixth era in MyNBA, a more compact and interactive City, along with the chance to cement their G.O.A.T. status in The W. In addition to new updates in MyCAREER and MyTEAM, players on Current-Gen will experience an all new Neighborhood metropolis to explore where they will complete quests, earn rewards and eclipse their rivals.

The New-Gen version of NBA 2K25 is available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and now supported on PC. Powered by enhanced ProPLAY^TM technology, New-Gen NBA 2K25 delivers the franchise’s most true-to-life basketball experience yet, offering players the ultimate control in how they dominate the competition. Players on PC with compatible specs will now benefit from the enhanced realism of ProPLAY^TM technology, and the ability to compete in modes such as MyNBA, The W and in The City. Crossplay will only be available on New-Gen consoles.

“In a year that showcases competition at the highest level – and in a play style that is uniquely one’s own – we’re thrilled to share Jayson, A’ja and Vince as the NBA 2K25 cover athletes” said Greg Thomas, President at Visual Concepts. “The development team has delivered another innovative experience for basketball lovers, setting up NBA 2K25 to be the next icon in this long-standing dynasty.”

NBA 2K25 will offer four editions of the game in various digital and physical formats: Standard Edition, a GameStop exclusive WNBA Edition that is available as a physical edition in the US and Canada, All-Star Edition, and a Hall of Fame Edition that is only on-sale through September 8 and includes a 12-month subscription to NBA League Pass*. All editions of NBA 2K25 are available for pre-order** now and will release worldwide on September 6:

• The Standard Edition will be available for $119.95 AUD / $129.95 NZD on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, $99.95 AUD / $109.95 NZD on PC, and $89.95 AUD / $99.95 NZD on Nintendo Switch.
• The WNBA Edition, a GameStop exclusive, will be available on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S and only available in North America (physical only).
• The All-Star Edition will be available for $159.95 AUD / $169.95 NZD on PS5 & PS4, Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. This edition includes 100,000 VC and MyTEAM content, 10 MyTEAM Player Cards (3 guaranteed to be 89 OVR), 3 Diamond Shoe Cards, 3 Takeover Boosts, and 1 Amethyst Coach Card; as well as MyCAREER content, including 150x Skill Boosts (25 Games), 75x Gatorade Boosts (25 Games), Jayson Tatum Cover Jersey, Jayson Tatum Electric Skateboard Skin, and a 2K25 Cover Stars Design T-Shirt.
• The limited availability Hall of Fame Edition will be offered through September 8th for $239.95 AUD / $249.95 NZD on PS5 & PS4, Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One, and PC. The special Hall of Fame Edition includes everything in the All-Star Edition plus a MyCAREER Vince Carter Cover Jersey, a Season 1 Pro Pass with 4 upfront Pro Pass rewards and a 12-Month NBA League Pass Subscription*.

Visit the NBA 2K25 official website for a full breakdown of the SKU details, availability and more information. Stay tuned for additional announcements about the latest on NBA 2K25.

Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K25 is rated PG (Mild themes, online interactivity and chat, in-game purchases and chance-based purchases and simulated gambling).

Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

Internet connection and online Account (minimum age varies) required to access online features and redeem and use bonus content, including MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W Online, and Play Now Online. See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for additional details. Game includes optional in-game purchases and paid random items. Some in-game content may require download and/or online gameplay to unlock. Online console play may require separate paid platform subscription and account registration. Terms apply. ProPLAY, The City, The W, and MyNBA are only available for New-Gen NBA 2K25. Crossplay is only available for New-Gen NBA 2K25 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S.

*NBA 2K25 Hall of Fame Edition (Digital) only available through September 8, 2024. Includes 12-Month NBA League Pass Subscription. NBA League Pass valid for 12 months from redemption and auto-renews monthly unless cancelled prior to the renewal date at the then-current published MSRP for NBA League Pass in your territory. Availability restrictions apply. Not available on Nintendo Switch. See https://nba.2k.com/2K25/league-pass-faq/ for full terms, availability, redemption, and cancellation instructions

** Prices based on 2K’s suggested retail price. Actual retail price may vary. See local retailers for more info and availability.

About 2K

Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers, and mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail and digital download. The Company is home to many talented development studios, including 31st Union, Cat Daddy Games, Cloud Chamber, Firaxis Games, Gearbox Software, Hangar 13, HB Studios, and Visual Concepts. 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA®️ 2K; renowned BioShock®️, Borderlands®️, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization®️ and XCOM®️ brands; popular WWE®️ 2K and WWE®️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin®️ as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR®️ 2K. Additional information about 2K and its products may be found at 2K.com and on the Company’s official social media channels.

2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

About Take-Two Interactive Software

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Hotel Galactic, the cozy Studio Ghibli-inspired management sim from developer and publisher Ancient Forge, will make its live events debut at Gamescom 2024! Attendees will have the opportunity to go hands-on with the game for the first time at booth B078 in Hall 10.1.

The official Kickstarter campaign launched Tuesday, July 9th, and runs for three weeks until Tuesday, July 30, 2024.

Since its debut at the June PC Game Show, Hotel Galactic has garnered 50,000 wishlists on Steam. The cozy management sim breathes new life into the genre, crafting a whimsical atmosphere reminiscent of the renowned worlds created in Studio Ghibli films.

Embark on a charming restoration project to revitalize a rundown inn situated amongst the stars. Design lavish rooms, craft decadent recipes, and cater to eccentric guests from across the cosmos. Become the ultimate hotel manager and convert Hotel Galactic into a 5-star destination!

Hotel Galactic will host intergalactic guests on PC, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch and will have an official presence at Gamescom 2024. To stay up-to-date on all things Hotel Galactic, visit the Kickstarter campaign, follow the game on X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, and sign up for the official Hotel Galactic newsletter.

About Ancient Forge

Ancient Forge is a game development and publishing company from Poland led by experienced game developers with a strong passion for mechanics-heavy games.

Known mostly for their well-received landlord sim “The Tenants,” released back in 2022, Ancient Forge continues to innovate in the realm of management and simulation games. The team is composed of passionate individuals with strong opinions and a spirited approach to game development, each bringing unique perspective and skills to the table. Gearing up towards working on bigger and more ambitious titles, Ancient Forge currently has several pioneering projects in development.

Train Robots to go blow for blow in an all-new Robotics Fighting League

SEATTLE – 10 July, 2024 – Punch Club 2, the fighter management simulator from developer Lazy Bear Games (Graveyard Keeper) and publisher tinyBuild, lands a round-winning robo-knockout DLC on PC via Steam, Epic Game Store, GOG, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5|4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S on Monday, 22 July, 2024. An exclusive Steam update allowing players to create and share their own leagues with others launches alongside the DLC.

Watch the release date trailer for the “Iron Fist” DLC on YouTube

Embark on a new era of advanced fight training with the “Iron Fist” DLC. Featuring a brand-new storyline, an old workshop, and a rusted robot, team up with the MoMMi (Modern Massive Microwave) to train a robot worthy of becoming the Robot League champion. Battle through a series of brawls against the looming Secret Robot Society and find out what the AI is really up to in order to save humanity from imminent doom! 

Put those tinkering skills to use with access to various cybernetic ways to upgrade the robot companion. Change its appearance with access to color alterations and dozens of unique body parts for a design fit for the major leagues. Work hand-in-hand with MoMMi to unlock upgrades for the workshop, gaining enhanced skill tree options to beef up the robot’s knockout power.

Steam users can look forward to an exclusive free update launching alongside the “Iron Fist” DLC. Craft the ultimate fighting league through fully customizable design options via the Steam Workshop. Publish custom leagues online to compete against opponents worldwide, and earn some serious smokin’ hot rewards.

Punch Club 2: Iron Fist debuts on Windows PC via Steam, Epic Game Store, GOG, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5|4, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S on Monday, 22 July, 2024, for $9.99 USD. It will offer English, German, Russian, French, Spanish (EU), Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Ukrainian, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean language support. 

For more information, visit the developers’ official website, follow @LazyBearGames and @tinyBuild on X (formerly Twitter), and wishlist the DLC on Steam.

About tinyBuild

tinyBuild started as an indie game developer and morphed into a developer-publisher you can’t miss. Our dedication to creating long-term partnerships and elevating recognizable franchises has resulted in many successful collaborations with talented developers from all over the world. The company has released dozens of games, including Hello Neighbor, Graveyard Keeper, SpeedRunners, and more. Although headquartered in the Seattle Area, USA, the company has established a strong global presence with studios across the US, Netherlands, Latvia, and throughout Eastern Europe.

About Lazy Bear Games

Lazy Bear Games is an international studio based in Lithuania founded 13 years ago as a ‘Game Jam’ Studio! In this time, they’ve created three beloved IPs, Graveyard Keeper, Swag and Sorcery, and Punch Club!

Featuring Main Cover by Magic: The Gathering Artist Dave Rapoza

SAN MATEO, Calif. – July 10, 2024 – Fans of the bestselling Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver videogame series will be able to discover the franchise’s untold backstory in an all-new, original graphic novel titled Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise, headed to Kickstarter later this year.

The project is helmed by writers Joshua Viola (True Believers, It Came From the Multiplex) and Angie Hodapp (Unioverse, Shadow Atlas), with interior art by Juan Samu (Star Wars, Godzilla), letters by Jeremiah Lambert (Masters of the Universe, Transformers), covers by Dave Rapoza (Destiny, Magic: The Gathering) and Aaron Lovett (Monster Train, Inkbound), with additional art by Jonny Bush (Rob Zombie, Ghost) and Ninja Jo (Star Wars, Stranger Things). Brent Friedman (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Call of Duty) is providing narrative guidance alongside creative direction and input from Crystal Dynamics, including never-before-seen ideas and elements from unreleased Soul Reaver lore. The all-new graphic novel also features concept art by Daniel Cabuco, who provided concept art for Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver and Soul Reaver 2 and was the Art Director for Legacy of Kain: Defiance.

Arriving in time for the 25^th anniversary of the release of the original Soul Reaver game, the publication of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise will mark the first official new Soul Reaver narrative in two decades, since 2003’s Legacy of Kain: Defiance. Fans can sign up on the BackerKit prelaunch page to receive an email alert when the project launches. Everyone who signs up will receive a free digital image from officially approved Crystal Dynamics Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver archives after the project launches.

Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise delves into Raziel’s past as a human Sarafan warrior and his transformation into a vampire lieutenant under Kain. The story introduces new characters, including a mysterious vampire with deep connections to Raziel and Kain. This compelling tale explores and expands the existing canon while answering long-standing questions.

“Raziel’s story spans centuries, offering rich material to explore,” said co-writer Joshua Viola. “Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise not only fills in the gaps but fleshes out his character in surprising ways, revealing what shaped him into the Raziel we know and love. We have lots of surprises in store beyond the graphic novel that will blow fans’ minds.”

“It was important to Josh and me to find, after twenty years, the right place and time to re-enter this world,” said co-writer Angie Hodapp. “We wanted to find new stories about these characters that felt organic to the original canon — stories that would excite longtime fans of the games with plenty of familiar elements, while also inviting new fans to join in. With that in mind, and with the directive from Crystal Dynamics to introduce new characters while keeping our story lens tight on the known cast, Josh and I explored Raziel’s past…specifically, his human past and the genesis of his wings in the days before Kain cast him into the Abyss.”

This will be the first-ever book published by Bit Bot Media, a new, cutting-edge multimedia company from Klayton (Celldweller/Scandroid), the multifaceted musician known for his contributions to major motion pictures, TV, and video games including Transformers, Malignant, and Killer Instinct, and Denver Post bestselling writer and film producer Joshua Viola, in collaboration with Crystal Dynamics.

For more information on the Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise graphic novel, sign up at bitbotmedia.com for the Bit Bot newsletter.

About Bit Bot

Bit Bot Media is a forward-thinking multimedia company co-founded by Klayton (Celldweller) and Joshua Viola, alongside James Rhodes of FiXT, focusing on the creation of original films, video games, comics, music, and merchandise. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Bit Bot Media aims to push the boundaries of entertainment. Visit https://bitbotmedia.com for more info.

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.