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GRAVEN, Dark Fantasy FPS From 3D Realms and Fulqrum Publishing, Now Available on Consoles

PRAGUE, Czech Republic — June 25, 2024 — GRAVEN, the dark-fantasy action-adventure FPS co-published by 3D Realms and Fulqrum Publishing with development by Slipgate Ironworks™, unleashes righteous fury on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S today!

Rise as an Exiled Priest of the Orthogonal Order and embark on a mission of bloody vengeance. Guided by the divine instruction of The Creator, cleanse the Order of its corruption in hopes of saving the world from rapidly encroaching evils.
 
Armed with a staff and a journal, set out into dark lands using magic to spread fires, freeze rivers, charge up machinery, and more, all while finding weapons to upgrade and evil to vanquish. Explore expansive hubs, solve tricky puzzles, and uncover heresies to exhume the evil rooted across the land once and for all.
 
Face off against over 20 distinct enemies and challenging bosses during fast-paced combat sequences. Explore levels to uncover well-hidden secrets and engrossing side quests across three hub worlds, and experiment with different spell and ability combinations to create a satisfying and immersive gameplay loop that rewards creative solutions in a mysterious world.
 
GRAVEN features character designs by Chuck Jones (Duke Nukem 3DHalf-Life), with Stephan Weyte (Blood, Fire Emblem, Dusk) lending his vocal talents to this blend of classic first-person shooters and fantastical RPGs. Stand against GRAVEN’s evils solo or seek multiplayer madness with online co-op for up to 8 players.
 
GRAVEN is available now via PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One for $29.99 USD/€29.99. For more information, please explore the official websites for GRAVEN3D RealmsFulqrum Publishing and Slipgate Ironworks.

About 3D Realms

Redefining AAA – Action, Attitude, Adrenaline, 3D Realms has rocked the world for almost 30 years by publishing unforgettable, iconic games like Duke NukemTerminal VelocityShadow WarriorDeath RallyMax Payne, and more recently GhostrunnerIon FuryCulticTempest RisingPhantom Fury and RIPOUT. Led by industry veterans, 3D Realms is a proud member of Saber Interactive, with a mission of publishing games for grownups. Unapologetic and uncompromising, we’re not afraid of being who we are and being damn good at it – for everyone’s benefit.

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 critically acclaimed titles like Men of WarKing’s BountySpace RangersFell Seal: Arbiter’s MarkForgive Me Father, and many others.
 
For more information about Fulqrum Publishing and their games, please visit the official Fulqrum Publishing website.
 
About Slipgate Ironworks

Industry veterans with two decades worth of indie and AAA experience, Slipgate Ironworks™ has contributed to popular titles, including Ion Fury, GRAVEN, WRATH: Aeon of Ruin, Ghostrunner, and most recently, Phantom Fury and the highly anticipated Tempest Rising. Proudly old-school, the team all shares the same vision: “Crafting Intense Gaming Experiences: Bold, Thrilling, Unmatched!”
 
For more information on Slipgate Ironworks™, please visit the official company website

SelectaPlay Announces 5-Year Anniversary Physical Limited Edition of Touhou Luna Nights for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5

New publishing deal sees acclaimed Metroidvania coming to consoles for the first time across Europe and North America.

Barcelona, Spain –  25th June 2024. Indie publisher and distributor SelectaPlay is thrilled to announce a new publishing deal to release a physical 5-Year Anniversary Standard and Limited Collector’s Edition of the acclaimed Metroidvania Touhou Luna Nights for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 later in 2024. The physical, anniversary limited editions will be available from European and North American specialist retailers and will be the first time the game will be available on consoles outside of Asia. 

Developed by Team Ladybug and WSS Playground and originally published by PLAYISM, Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action.  Originally created as a fan fiction game based on the world-renowned Touhou Project’, the game has received over 12,000 ‘overwhelmingly positive’ reviews on Steam. 

SelectaPlay will be responsible for creating, publishing, and distributing the physical retail versions of Touhou Luna Nights and will create a 5-Year Anniversary Standard and Special Limited Collector’s Edition of the game for fans to enjoy outside of Japan for the first time in five years. 

Watch the Touhou Luna Nights 5-Year Anniversary reveal trailer here 

The physical Touhou Luna Nights 5-Year Anniversary Standard Edition will include a printed colour manual and special sleeve, whereas fans can also get their hands on the Special Collector’s Limited Edition, which contains a host of additional in-box content. As well as a physical edition of the game and a printed manual, the Special Collector’s Edition also includes an original soundtrack double CD, three alternative inlays, a serialised certificate of authenticity and a Steel Book case all housed in a stunning collector’s oversized box

Both versions of Touhou Luna Nights 5-Year Anniversary Edition will be available as limited physical editions for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch later this year. 

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 in Europe and worldwide.

About SelectaVisión

SelectaVisión is a video publishing company founded in 1984. Based in Spain, SelectaVisión’s catalog 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-favorite Japanese producers and distributors, becoming the major publisher of anime content for Spanish audiences. 

Until Then – Gameplay

Mark may be living a fairly boring life at school with his own group of friends but when he meets a number of new people, a chain of events are triggered that raise questions about the realities of the world that they live in and what might actually be happening in this puzzling title from Philippines based Polychroma Games called Until Then.

A fateful meeting sets off a chain reaction, upending Mark’s life. People disappear and memories prove unreliable. Uncover a hidden truth with Mark and his friends in this narrative adventure and race to unravel the mystery before it’s too late.

Until Then
Developer: Polychroma Games
Publisher: Maximum Entertainment
Platform: Windows, PlayStation 5
Release Date: 26 Jun, 2024
Price: $19.99 USD

Available here – https://untilthengame.com/

Summary:

Recommended – “Until Then surprises by offering a poignant teenage drama that moves beyond being a coming of age story and into a realm that few could have seen coming at the start and is all the better for it. ”

Check out our review for Until Then here!

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The Shadow-platformer SCHiM Surpasses 200K Wishlists and Hops Unto PC & Consoles On July 18th!

After a successful Steam Next Fest the little shadow creature is almost ready to leap onto all platforms, for everyone to enjoy!

25 JUNE 2024 – Dutch devduo Ewoud & Nils have announced that their award-winning indie platformer, SCHiM, will be emerging from the shadows on July 18th. It will be available on Steam, Xbox One/Series X|S, PlayStation 4/5, and Nintendo Switch for $24.99 (regional prices will vary).

SCHiM recently enjoyed a successful Steam Next Fest, surpassing 200K Wishlists and with over 50K players trying out the demo. Rock Paper Shotgun praised the demo, calling it “pretty froggin’ delightful!” and IGN Benelux also highlighted its charm, stating, “After playing SCHiM for only half an hour, I already realised it’s a very special game.”

The demo is still available on Steam for those who want to check it out, and the full release is now less than a month away. Eager Nintendo Switch players can already pre-order the game on the Nintendo eShop!

SCHiM Release Date Trailer:

About the game

SCHiM is a charming indie game about helping a lost shadow find its way back to its human by hopping around in the shadows. As you look for clever ways to move around in the world, you uncover small stories and charming details hidden in the environment.

Key features

  • A story of a person losing their shadow – A schim is the soul and spirit of an object or living being. Everything in the world has one, and it should never be separated! You need to find your way back to the human you belong to, before it’s too late!
  • Unique 3D platforming – You can only move in the shadows, so you’ll need to find clever ways to leap into the shadows of animated objects and moving beings to use them as your pathways.
  • A beautiful abstract world – The color palette changes in each level to capture the setting, time of day and mood of every location you explore.
  • Each level has a story to tell – Each new level has its own living scenery with small stories to uncover, inspired by real Dutch/European cities and rural locations.
  • Hidden in the shadows – There are lots of hidden items to discover in SCHiM, and when you find them, you help other schim restore the connection to their thing.

Wishlist the game if you want to get more updates on SCHiM, ​​or follow the devs on Twitter/X and join their discord.

History of SCHiM

SCHiM began as Ewoud’s exam project in early 2020, developed with Nils’ Indie Game Studio Extra Nice in the Netherlands. What started as a unique shadow-based platforming concept quickly garnered attention online, prompting a shift from a small-scale project to a full-fledged game. Inspired by Dutch/European locations & aesthethics, SCHiM is now a collaborative effort that blends creative vision with local inspiration.

gamescom latam countdown promises news from Krafton, CipSoft, Bandai Namco, Ubisoft and more

Opening show takes place on June 26th and will be presented by Tiago Leifert

São Paulo, June 25, 2024 – Today, gamescom latam, announced they will be hosting a live countdown for the opening night with major announcements. The opening show will take place tomorrow on June 26th, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), 530pm ET, 1030pm BST and will bring great news from the games industry.

Among the new features that fans can expect are content from some of the main companies in the gaming world, such as Bandai Namco, Krafton, Ubisoft, Atari and others. Those passionate about independent games will also be entertained by the show. Unreleased content is planned to be revealed on the opening night of the event.

The gamescom latam countdown will be led by Tiago Leifert, journalist, presenter and sports announcer. A game lover, Leifert presented the program Zero1, focused on the world of games and geek culture, and was the voice of the narrator in the FIFA franchise between 2012 and 2020.

In addition to showing the big news to the public and guests, Tiago Leifert will also conduct exclusive interviews with important names in the industry live. gamescom latam will show the main highlights of the event, which for the first time in history, takes place in Latin America.

The gamescom latam countdown will be broadcast on more than 15 official channels, including the gamescom latam website and YouTube channel.

Under the seal of the Ministry of Culture and the Culture Incentive Law, gamescom latam is sponsored by Banco do Brasil, Sabesp and TNT; support from Essence, Boticário and Acer; B2B partnership with Abragames — Brazilian Association of Digital Game Developers through the Brazil Games Project, a partnership with the Brazilian Export and Investment Promotion Agency, ApexBrasil; realization Omelete&Co, Koelnmesse, game, gamescom latam, SPcine, Secretariat of Economic Development and Labor of the City of São Paulo, Associação Paulista dos Amigos da Arte, Secretariat of Culture, Economy and Creative Industry of São Paulo, Lei Paulo Gustavo, Ministry of Culture , Ministry of Development, Industry, Commerce and Services and Federal Government. New sponsors and supporters will be announced soon.

About gamescom latam 

gamescom, the world’s largest event for computer and video games and Europe’s largest business platform for the games industry, has also arrived in Latin America. In 2024, gamescom latam takes place in São Paulo, Brazil, from June 26 to 30. gamescom latam BIG Festival, the largest showcase for indie games in Latin America, will also take place at the event. The event is jointly organized by Koelnmesse, Omelete Company, BIG Festival, and licensed by game.

About game – the German Games Industry Association

We are the association of the German games industry. Our members represent the entire video game ecosystem, from development studios and publishers to esports event organisers, educational institutions and other related entities. We are co-organisers of gamescom, the world’s biggest event for computer and video games. We are a shareholder in the Entertainment Software Self-Regulation Body (USK), the Foundation for Digital Games Culture, the esports player foundation, devcom and the collecting society VHG, as well as co-host of the German Computer Game Awards. Serving as a central point of contact for media, as well as political and social institutions, we provide comprehensive expertise in areas including market development, game culture and media literacy, and address any inquiries or concerns. Together we are making Germany the heart of gaming worldwide. With games, we enrich the lives of all people.

About Koelnmesse

Koelnmesse is an international leader in organizing trade fairs in the gaming and entertainment segments. Hosted in Cologne, Germany, gamescom is the world’s largest event for computer and video games and Europe’s largest business platform for the games industry. gamescom brings together passionate gamers, trade visitors, and exhibitors from across the world with a highly effective approach – in person at the venue and digitally from anywhere in the world. This makes gamescom the premier B2C, B2B, and B2G gaming event. In addition to the event at its Cologne headquarters, Koelnmesse is strategically expanding its portfolio internationally: In Singapore, gamescom asia provides an additional powerful industry platform for the rapidly growing Asia-Pacific games market, comprehensively combining supply and demand. Koelnmesse Brasil is a subsidiary of Koelnmesse GmbH in São Paulo, dedicated to promoting and organizing world-class trade fairs and events in Brazil. The mission is to bring global innovation, knowledge and business opportunities to various industries.

About Omelete Company

The largest conglomerate dedicated to pop culture fans in Brazil, Omelete Company uses its website, social networks and partners to reach more than 15 million people every month eager for news from the worlds of cinema, TV series, games, music and comic books, with texts, videos and posts on social media. The brands Omelete, The Enemy, CCXP, Game XP, gamescom latam, Gaules, Baiano and Chippu are part of the Omelete Company.

FARMING SIMULATOR 25 ANNOUNCED WITH ASIAN FARMING, UPGRADED GAMEPLAY & TECH

  • Release: November 12th for PC & Consoles
  • Collector’s Edition including Ignition Lock & Mega Drive inspired Version
  • Asian Farming, 400+ Machines, New Crops, Animals & More

Publisher and developer GIANTS Software will flood the fields with a host of new gameplay features, visual upgrades, maps, machines, and even fresh water to grow rice – adding even more agricultural variety to the family-friendly series. Farming Simulator 25 will be released on November 12th for PC, Mac, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Watch the Farming Simulator 25 cinematic trailer below:

Extending Gameplay, Crops, Animals & More

Virtual farmers manage their agricultural empires in a new, lush East Asian landscape filled with rice paddies, a North American environment with plenty of open space, or a Central European location with green fields between ponds and rivers.

Building their legacy single-handedly or cooperatively in multiplayer, they can now grow two types of rice, spinach, and other new crops – choosing from well over 20 overall. Buffalos and other animals join the livestock pens, while new production chains and constructions extend business opportunities. More features and details will be revealed soon.

New tech upgrade features improved graphics and physics showing elemental effects like fog, shadows, ground deformation and more. 

Tech-Upgrade for Machines, Fields & Visuals

Machine enthusiasts enjoy an ensemble of over 400 authentic vehicles, tools & items from more than 150 international top brands. Among them: Case IH, CLAAS, Fendt, John Deere, Kubota, Massey Ferguson, New Holland, Valtra, and many others. With Asian farming, new types of specialized machines get introduced.

All farmers feel a deeper connection to fields and nature thanks to a general tech upgrade with improved graphics and physics based on the latest and modding-friendly GIANTS Engine 10: Distance fog, enhanced shadows, dynamic weather effects, ground deformation and more boost the immersion of a romantic farming life.

Farming Simulator 25 features over 400 authentic machines and vehiclesMega Farms, Mega Drive, Mega Relaxing

“Farming is a passion shared by many, both in real life and virtually,” remarks Christian Ammann, CEO of GIANTS Software. “Farming Simulator 25 enhances the series with deeper gameplay and greater immersion, becoming the favorite hobby for both experienced farmers and beginners. We cultivate this passion by providing a relaxing, family-friendly, community-oriented, and rewarding experience for everyone.”

Farming enthusiasts will want to check out the Farming Simulator 25 Collectors’ Edition: The PC-exclusive box includes a USB ignition lock to start the engines of in-game tractors, a 16-bit Mega Drive inspired version plus a soundtrack CD with 15 original tracks from Chris Hülsbeck for retro lovers, and more.
 

The MacDon tractor comes exclusively with retail pre-orders

Farming Simulator 25 will be released on PC, Mac, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. Pre-orders are available now on selected channels and at all major retailers. 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. More information available at farming-simulator.com

© 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.

Post Malone collaborates with Backbone for limited edition controller, on sale tomorrow

Tomorrow morning, June 26th at 2am AEST, Backbone, the leading platform for mobile gaming, is launching a groundbreaking collaboration with 9x diamond-certified GRAMMY® Award-nominated phenomenon, Post Malone.

Introducing the Backbone One – Post Malone Limited Edition Controller, designed in partnership with Post Malone, this controller reflects the entertainer’s unique style and personality and highlights crossover potential between music and gaming. 

Designed with direct input from the world-renowned artist and the Backbone team, the limited edition controller features upgraded styling and details that match Post Malone’s iconic brand. The unique styling is obvious at first glance, with a bold green translucent colour (his favourite colour). This premium controller also features an upgraded aluminium D-pad and laser etched aluminium ABXY buttons, hand-assembled, sequentially numbered premium packaging and a glow-in-the-dark Post Malone logo, making this the ultimate gaming companion and collectible for Post Malone fans around the world.

As an avid gamer with a busy touring schedule, the Backbone One has been a staple for Post Malone’s on-the-go gaming routine. With access to his favourite games via the Backbone app – WWE 2K24, Apex Legends, and Hunt Showdown – gamers and Post Malone fans alike can tap into Post Malone’s favourite way to unwind.

The Backbone One – Post Malone Limited Edition Controller is limited to 300 total units, and will be available for purchase directly from Backbone’s website, starting on 26/6 at 2:00am AEST. Your readers can sign up for email or SMS notifications to get a reminder from Backbone right before the drop!

We anticipate a great response to this release. Please see below quotes from Post Malone, Backbone Founder & CEO Maneet Khaira and Austin Rosen, CEO of Electric Feel.

Read the Backbone Blog post here.

AVAILABLE ON: https://playbackbone.com/post-malone/ 

Terra Nil’s free Vita Nova update blossoms today

Terra Nil, the critically acclaimed eco-puzzler from Free Lives (Broforce, Gorn) and Devolver Digital, and with a little help from Clockwork Acorn, sprouts a garden of new features for the critically-acclaimed game.

Vita Nova is the first major update for Terra Nil, expanding on its deeply satisfying nature restoration gameplay with five challenging new levels, nine new buildings, an updated world map, and a dramatic overhaul of the wildlife system.

New levels include Polluted Bay, a dead landscape carved in half by a badly polluted river, and Scorched Caldera, a vast volcanic crater that you must terraform into a life-filled freshwater lake. These, and all the new maps in the Vita Nova update, will put your reclamation skills to the test in interesting and unusual ways.

As you play through the campaign, Vita Nova’s improved world map—which is now fully 3D and can be freely rotated—will give you a more accurate and personalized overview of your efforts to bring life back to this dead world.

And thanks to the overhauled wildlife system, these transformed landscapes will feel more alive than ever. Animals emerge more naturally as you play, and have a deeper set of needs to fulfill to keep them happy and abundant. This not only adds a new dimension of strategy to the game, but gives you more animals to admire—including a brand new species, the jaguar—as nature is steadily restored.

Terra Nil is a chill, meditative twist on the city-builder genre where you use advanced eco-tech to transform a barren, desolate wasteland into a thriving, vibrant ecosystem. Purify soil, clean oceans, plant trees, reintroduce wildlife—then recycle everything and move on, leaving no trace you were ever there.

Terra Nil’s free Vita Nova update is available now on PC and Netflix, with the Switch version arriving shortly.

Visit terranil.com for more information.

4v4 Platformer “Shroom Siege” Spreads Its Spores Onto PC, Consoles in 2025

Fungus are among us with a new multiplayer demo coming soon

CHARLOTTE – June 24, 2024 – Shroom Siege, the team-based arcade action platformer from developer Upside Down Bird, spreads onto Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4|5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam in 2025, with a new Steam demo coming Tuesday, August 6.

The fungus kingdom spreads its tendrils and controls surrounding insectoids to claim dominance. Start as a mini mushroom with the power to infect and sway the minds of mightier life forms. Show off superior shroom strategy in 4v4 multiplayer madness.

Strive for victory in three ways: Shrine, Shogun, and…Poop?! Master multiple mounts to outwit opposing fungi, such as the merciless Mantis, equipped with razor-sharp claws to cut down the competition. Win three of the following Victories to emerge triumphant:

  • Shrine Victory: Command Minions to collect enough small orbs to offer as sufficient tribute to surrounding shrines. Watch for danger and move quick! Minions respawn indefinitely, so going for the Shrine means playing it safe.
  • Shogun Victory: Eliminate the opposing Shogun three times. Control the mighty flying Shogun and cut down any adversary lower than them with its samurai sword. High-risk, high-reward: fatal missteps bring the other team closer to their own Shogun Victory!
  • Poop Victory: Force foes to smell the stench of defeat by mounting a Dung Beetle to slooowly roll a poopy payload to the opposite side of the map. Winners often report this as the most satisfying way to win. Losers often claim it’s the most humiliating.

Each single-screen map makes all characters and strategies visible at all times. Beyond quick reflexes and witty tactics, Shroom Siege also encourages communication and coordination. Gather friends locally or play online, forming two teams of four with cross-platform functionality. Join matchmaking alone or with a squad and test those shroom skills around the world.

“The original version of Shroom Siege was created during the 2023 Global Game Jam,” said Ben Hamrick, Developer at Upside Down Bird. “Like a mushroom, the project kept growing, and we hope others will enjoy our wacky, fast-paced multiplayer game.”

Shroom Siege will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4|5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam in 2025, with the Steam demo launching on Tuesday, August 6. The demo will feature English text, with plans for additional language support. For more information and to stay up to date, visit Upside Down Bird’s official site and follow them on Twitter/X, Instagram, and Facebook.

About Upside Down Bird

A small indie development team based in Charlotte, North Carolina, Upside Down Bird is always looking to do things a bit different. Some of their projects include ECGC 2018 Indie Prize Winner Super Gravity Ball, and SIEGE 2018 Best in Show winner Mariachi Undead, speaking to the team’s diverse and outside-of-the-box development style.

First Victoria 3 Expansion Pack Released Today

Sphere of Influence Buffs Diplomatic Game

STOCKHOLM – 24 June 2024 – The balance of power can only be maintained by careful management of threats and obligations. Find accommodation with other great powers, guaranteeing economic access, or build a coalition of states focused on a common goal, be it stability, trade freedom, or ideological comity. Discover the power and potential of Sphere of Influence, available today.

Sphere of Influence is the first expansion pack for Victoria 3, Paradox Interactive’s grand strategy societal simulation of the century from 1836 and 1936. This expansion adds greater depth to the diplomatic game, with new ways of managing subject states, greater opportunities for economic investment in foreign economies, and, at the center of the expansion, Power Blocs that allow great powers to throw their weight around the globe to increase their prestige, influence and wealth.

Features of Victoria 3: Sphere of Influence include:

  • Fierce Competition: Use your Prestige to become a Great Power and create your own Power Bloc! Dominate other nations in a diplomatic arrangement to pursue common economic or ideological goals, whether promoting open trade around the world or spreading specific values to other nations.
  • Power Bloc Customization:  Choose the identity and principles of your loose alliance, whether it be a group promoting ideological concerns like the Comintern, or an economy-oriented bloc pushing for cross-border market integration like the Zollverein. You can even customize colors and emblems for your bloc!
  • “The Great Game”: New events, journal entries and decisions inspired by the Russian and British rivalry in Central Asia, and a new Objective – you can play as any of the powers central to that conflict, including Persia and Afghanistan. A newly redrawn map highlights the many competing interests in this frontier between empires.
  • Foreign Investment: Invest in the economic development of countries outside of your direct influence, making a profit from their financial success.
  • Nationalization: Start a Diplomatic Play to seize foreign assets in your country and prevent your wealth from going overseas.
  • Subject Interactions: Adjust the payments from your vassals and protectorates, meddle in their internal politics and more!
  • Interest Group Lobbies: Domestic interest groups will pursue foreign policy objectives, promoting amicable relations with some countries and hostility with others nations or even influence the development of friendly lobbies in other nations.
  • Power Bloc Monuments: Build majestic monuments to emphasise your bloc’s influence and domination over world events.
  • New Historical Flavor: New historical characters and companies, most centered on the Great Game content, as well as more events, new journal entries, Lobby related content, new clothing and event art.

Victoria 3: Sphere of Influence is available now for the suggested retail price of 29.99$ / 24.99£ / 29.99€.

About Paradox Interactive

Paradox Interactive is one of the premier developers and publishers of strategy and management games for PC and consoles. The players are located all over the world but some of the biggest markets are North America, Western Europe and Asia.

The game portfolio consists of popular franchises such as Stellaris, Europa Universalis, Hearts of Iron, Crusader Kings, Cities: Skylines, Prison Architect, the Surviving games, Age of Wonders and Victoria. Paradox Interactive also owns the World of Darkness brand catalog.

For more information, please visit http://www.paradoxinteractive.com