Sydney, Australia – 11 JUNE 2024 – Dead Island 2, the multi-award nominated Action RPG is coming to the Mac. Available later this year, via the Mac App Store, the game lets players explore an iconic, gore-drenched Los Angeles (or HELL-A, as we like to call it).
Dead Island 2 runs natively on Macs with Apple silicon, featuring incredible performance, smooth and immersive gameplay, with support for software technologies in macOS like HDR and MetalFX Upscaling.
In the game, a deadly outbreak is spreading across the city, turning inhabitants into zombies. Bitten, infected, but more than just immune, you have to uncover the truth behind the chaos and discover who – or what – you are.
Facing a legion of undead foes (each with their own mutations, attacks and LA-themed variations) all hell-bent on your grizzly destruction; you have a plethora of weapons to dispense ultraviolence and, hopefully, survive, evolve and become the ultimate Zombie Slayer.
See You In HELL-A.
ABOUT DEEP SILVER
Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance. For more information, please visit http://www.deepsilver.com
ABOUT DAMBUSTER STUDIOS
Dambuster Studios is a AAA game developer of almost 200 designers, artists, animators, and software engineers with a heritage spanning 25 years. For more information, please visit http://www.DSDambuster.com
About PLAION
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, sixteen 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 nearly 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.
Magical Sport Comes to Life in Fast-Paced Game Featuring Fan Favorite Characters and Iconic Environments
Warner Bros. Games have announced Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, featuring the legendary magical sport introduced by the Harry Potter books and films. Fans and gamers will be able to immerse themselves into the enchanting world of Quidditch through solo play, cooperative online matches with friends or in competitive online player vs. player games.
Developed by Unbroken Studios and published by Warner Bros. Games under the Portkey Games label, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions Standard Edition will release worldwide on Sept. 3 on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™ system, and PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) Additionally, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions* will be available at no extra charge to all PlayStation Plus members from Sept 3 to Sept. 30, 2024.
Featuring iconic wizarding world locations, characters, and references that fans will love, Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions highlights the rush of flying across legendary arenas as either a Beater, Chaser, Keeper or Seeker in a variety of modes. From backyard battles in the Weasley Burrow to high-stakes showdowns at the Quidditch World Cup, players will soar into legendary arenas playing as – or against – iconic characters such as Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger and many other quintessential characters. And as a special gift, players who own Hogwarts Legacy will receive the Bonus Legacy Pack** when they download Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions and connect to their WB Games account.
“Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions gives fans a chance to delve further into the Harry Potter world with the thrill of playing this beloved, fantastical sport,” said David Haddad, President, Warner Bros. Games. “The team has worked to capture the spirit of Quidditch, including iconic characters and never-before-seen areas of the wizarding world.”
“The team is excited to unveil Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions and showcase our take of this magical sport,” said, Paul Ohanian, Chief Executive Officer, Unbroken Studios. “We’ve worked hard for years to create a Quidditch game to play solo or with friends, that is an authentic representation of the fan-favorite sport.”
Warner Bros. Games is a part of Global Streaming and Games for Warner Bros. Discovery and a premier worldwide publisher, developer and licensor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all platforms, including console, handheld, mobile and PC-based game titles. Additional information can be found at WBGames.com.
About Portkey Games
Portkey Games, from Warner Bros. Games, is the games label dedicated to creating new Wizarding World mobile and video game experiences that place the player at the center of their own adventure, inspired by J.K. Rowling’s original stories. Portkey Games offers players the opportunity to make their own narrative choices and engage with the Wizarding World setting to create new and unique experiences. The label was created to bring gamers and fans new gaming experiences that allow them to delve into the magic of the Wizarding World in immersive ways where they can define their own Wizarding World story.
About Unbroken
Unbroken Studios is an LA-based team of 100 developers with proven track records of working on some of the most memorable franchises in games. Celebrating their 11th year of operations in 2024, Unbroken has released two previous titles for PC and mobile. Unbroken Studios also has a separate team providing co-development on Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League with Rocksteady Studios.
*Standard Edition available from 03/09/24 – 30/09/24. Monthly Games accessible for duration of PS Plus subscription only. PS Plus is an ongoing subscription with recurring fees until cancelled. Age restrictions apply. Full terms: play.st/psplus-usageterms.
**Exclusively in Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions for all Hogwarts Legacy players. You must own a copy of Hogwarts Legacy and connect it to your WB Games account.
Crush Nazis with Science in Sumerian Six, an Alternate History Tactical Adventure
Artificer (Showgunners) and Devolver Digital have pulled the pin and lobbed another game announcement over the summer showcase battlefield, exploding with the reveal of Sumerian Six, a real-time tactical stealth adventure that plunges an unlikely team of commando scientists behind enemy lines to fight Nazis, uncover arcane mysteries, and wield experimental technology to turn the tide of WWII.
Announced during the PC Gaming Show, Sumerian Six follows the Enigma Squad, a team of heroes composed of the world’s greatest scientists who must combine their skills to conduct secret missions in their fight against the Third Reich. Tactics-enthusiasts can get a taste of what’s in store by heading directly to Steam and downloading the demo, which features the opening two chapters.
Embark on a thrilling journey across multiple continents alongside allies such as the exiled chemist Rosa Reznick, Wojtek the Werebear, and the esoteric psychoanalyst Siegfried von Adelsberg. Dispose of your enemies by using each team member’s unique set of abilities inspired by their fields of expertise, and learn to master the art of chaining them together for devastating effects if you hope to be successful.
As you delve deeper into the Nazi plot, you’ll encounter occult-scientific weapons and ancient Sumerian artefacts linked to Kammler’s machinations. A grim future awaits you should the Nazis be victorious, so do your best to prevent that dark timeline from coming true in this real-time tactical stealth adventure.
Demon Nazis Led by Hans Kammler, a former member of your Squad, the Nazis tap into the occult to create the ultimate Wunderwaffe. Face off against heavily armed, mutated, and supernaturally charged forces, and put your strategic abilities and dexterity to the ultimate test.
Playful Violence Meets Super Science Sneak your way around Nazi strongholds and dispatch the ever-present watchmen in a variety of ways before taking on the more serious threats before you. Combine your team’s dynamic powers in creative displays of tactical might.
Travel the World Inspired by real places and events, Sumerian Six takes you on a journey through an alternate history where folk stories and conspiracy theories are as real as the Nazi threat.
Fans can get a first taste of what’s in store with Storm in a Teacup’s dark sci-fi fantasy world
Following the exciting new story thread trailer that was revealed on the recent PC Gaming Showcase, developer Storm in a Teacup and publisher ESDigital Games are excited to announce the launch of a Steam demo for the highly anticipated sci-fi stealth action-adventure game Steel Seed.
The Steel Seed playable demo is available as part of today’s Steam Next Fest and offers players the chance to enter a future world ravaged by a devastating natural disaster where the fate of humanity hangs in the balance. The demo introduces the protagonist, Zoe, and her drone companion KOBY as they explore the vast environments of the facility, striving to unlock the secrets held within. Take your time to explore the sci-fi environments and learn stealth moves to slip by the robotic enemies. If things get too hot, you will be able to defend yourself by using KOBY’s special skills or by jumping into direct combat against your enemies.
Watch the Steel Seed Steam demo reveal trailer below:
Steel Seed features:
Immersive, dark sci-fi world – intriguing main character evolution paired with a compelling and deep narrative experience revised and edited by BAFTA-winning writer Martin Korda.
Stealth: the art of fighting, without fighting – Use stealth-based techniques to explore the facility’s hostile environment undetected by robotic entities and guards. Some confrontations can be avoided through efficient movement.
Dynamic gameplay – When exploring the environment, use Zoe’s powerful arsenal of tools and weapons to hone your own gameplay style. Discover new gadgets on your journey and unlock new skills for KOBY.
Intense combat – Test your reflexes and multitasking abilities in Steel Seed’s challenging fast-paced combat action. Dodge enemy attacks and deliver punishing blows to clear the path. Call on KOBY’s special gadgets and actions to cover you in combat and neutralise threats.
Unique levels, unique challenges – Every level inside the facility is unique and offers many challenges for Zoe and KOBY to overcome.
Mobility – Use Zoe’s parkour skills to traverse the underground facility and gain a tactical advantage. From the artificial, robot-controlled depths to the open natural environment, danger lurks around every corner.
A powerful guide – Take control of KOBY by entering Flight Mode. Scan the area to discover secret areas, detect enemy positions, and find new upgrades for Zoe. Or maybe… use him as bait.
KOBY, a drone for life – The master key of Steel Seed and Zoe’s guide on her lonely and dangerous journey inside the underground facility. By working together, they create a formidable duo and bring something new to every fight.
The Steel Seed PC demo is available to download for free from Steam now, and fans can add the game to their Wishlist.
Steel Seed is developed by Storm in a Teacup and will be published by ESDigital Games on PC via Steam and EGS, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in late 2024.
Dive deep into the adorable world of Littlelands, a charming and colorful diorama-style wonderland brimming with secrets. Journey on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition when the simple task of repairing a computer becomes a mysterious adventure across hills, valleys, and caves filled with adventure.
Every big adventure starts with a small step! Fashion the perfect tiny protagonist with dozens of appearance options. Chat with eccentric neighbors to activate rewarding jaunts leading travelers into the uncharted wilds. Traverse an eclectic array of locations, from lush green jungles to sunset-hued red deserts. Unfold the 3D world map to get a bird’s eye view of epic escapades on the horizon.
Brave daunting dungeons overrun with unfriendly creatures like bats, goblinetes, and skeletons, in hopes of excavating long-lost treasure and relics. Break a sweat during combat, but push past the limit without rest and a fainting spell may send adventurers out of commission.
Between compelling quests, embrace the cozy life amidst Littelands’ day-to-day activities, cultivating farmland with wild seeds. Amass an envy-inspiring collection of wildlife by casting the multi-purpose catching rod into lakes and bushes, capturing rare bugs and fish. Trade exotic flora and fauna at the Flower Shop, or unearth fascinating fossils to display at the Museum.
With an exciting little announcement of his own, lead developer Rafael Martin celebrates the adventure of parenthood with the birth of his first child. As parenthood takes priority over development, Littlelands’ devs look to the future for its next content release.
“Littlelands has been a labor of love, and our vision for the game has grown well beyond what we originally thought was possible,” said Rafael Martín, founder of HyperMegaPixel. “While the birth of my first child has taken priority in my life, which postponed our demo release plans, we’re beyond grateful for our supporters who have taken notice of Littlelands during development. This is just the first step into the expansive world of Littlelands, and we hope adventurers catch the bug and follow us into the future.”
For more information on both Rafael Martin, Kyle Creamer and their home-grown adventure, follow their Twitter. For more on Apogee Entertainment, please visit the Apogee website, Discord, and follow @Apogee_Ent on Twitter.
About Rafael Martin and Kyle Creamer
Rafael Martin is a Spanish game developer. A lifelong gamer and fan of both adventure games and lifestyle games, a cozy quest game like Littlelands is a dream project. Rafael is the original creator of Littlelands and leads the programming, art, animation, visual effects, and more! When he’s not making games, you might find him drawing or hanging out with his cat. The best place to follow his work is on Twitter.
Kyle Creamer is a Canadian game developer and author. He started his career as a software engineer at Microsoft, and spent his evenings and weekends making games. Kyle released his first indie game, Omnicube, in 2018, and made the switch into full-time game development and writing a few years later. Kyle joined the Littlelands team in the summer of 2022 and his focus is on level design, writing, and production. Learn more about his game development and writing work by following him on Twitter or checking out his personal website.
About Apogee Entertainment
Apogee Software’s legendary journey began in 1987, when Scott Miller decided to split his new game, Kingdom of Kroz, into three episodes, with the first episode available as free shareware. The “Apogee model” of distribution would revolutionize PC gaming and catapult Apogee Software to global renown. As a publisher, Apogee (and its later incarnation, 3D Realms) would introduce the world to id Software, Remedy Entertainment, Parallax Software, and other video game superstars in the making. As a developer, Apogee would innovate and inspire in equal measure, creating treasured characters and franchises like Duke Nukem, Shadow Warrior, and Prey en route to earning over a billion dollars in commercial revenue.
The new Apogee Entertainment, with founder Scott Miller at the helm, will empower today’s incredibly talented indie developers, paving the way for their global success with innovative ideas, cutting-edge marketing, and the same fearlessness that changed the industry.
New Faction – GSK – Along With New Maps, Weapons and Game Mode Coming July 2; Full Reveal on the Next XDebrief Show on July 1
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — June 11, 2024 — Today at Ubisoft Forward, Ubisoft teased information about the upcoming content for Season 1 for XDefiant, the new free-to-play, fast-paced arcade shooter developed by Ubisoft San Francisco* featuring factions inspired from some of Ubisoft’s beloved franchises. Players can download and play XDefiant for free from their PC via Ubisoft Connect, PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S. To download XDefiant, go to https://www.ubisoft.com/en-au/game/xdefiant
At Forward, XDefiant teased the following content that will be coming to Season 1:
1 new faction – GSK (Inspired by Rainbow Six Siege)
3 new maps (1 new map per month)
Clubhouse
Daytona
Rockefeller
3 new weapons
1 new mode – Capture the Flag
Ranked Play
And more (to be revealed July 1)
A full reveal of Season 1 content – including more information on GSK, Capture the Flag, the 3 new weapons, other new cosmetics and game features – will be on XDefiant’s new YouTube show XDebrief on July 1, with Season 1 launching July 2.
For more information on XDefiant or to receive updates on future, please visit www.playxdefiant.com.
For more information about other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.
*Associate studios are Ubisoft Annecy, Ubisoft Kyiv, Ubisoft Pune, Ubisoft Mumbai, Ubisoft Osaka, Ubisoft Saguenay, Red Storm Entertainment, Ubisoft Toronto, Ubisoft Winnipeg, and Sydney team.
About XDefiant
Led by Ubisoft San Francisco, XDefiant is a competitive fast-pace arena FPS, where players will face off in 6v6 Player-vs-Player (PvP) matches in unranked and ranked modes. Players can play as factions inspired from other Ubisoft titles and can customize their characters with a variety of weapons, attachments, abilities and ultras. Maps on XDefiant are also inspired by maps from other Ubisoft titles. Adapting your squad and teamwork tactics can be all the difference when competing in the various modes on XDefiant
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2023-24 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2.32 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.
SYDNEY. AUSTRALIA – JUNE 11, 2024 – Today during the Ubisoft Forward Conference, Ubisoft showcased a Gameplay Walkthrough for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the upcoming installment in the series that will immerse players into the chaos of 16th century Japan. With development led by Ubisoft Québec*, the game will release worldwide on November 15 on Ubisoft+**, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Macs with Apple silicon via the Mac App Store***, and Windows PC through the Ubisoft Store and the Epic Games Store. Ubisoft also announced today the game will be coming to iPad*** at a later date.
As the official CPU and GPU partner for Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Intel and Ubisoft have joined forces once again to benefit gamers globally. Assassin’s Creed Shadows, built from the ground up in the latest version of Anvil, will be optimized for Intel’s performance hybrid core architecture, ensuring the best experience happens on Intel Core 14th Gen processors. The Gameplay Walkthrough mission shown at the conference takes place in the castle town of Fukuchiyama in Tamba Province, where Naoe and Yasuke are hunting down a corrupted daimyo. The gameplay illustrates the complementary dynamic between the two playable heroes: Naoe, the agile and stealthy Shinobi, and Yasuke, the combat-focused Samurai. Fighting on opposite sides at the beginning of the game, they will unite around common goals. As they usher in a new era for Japan, players will be able to switch characters at any time in the open world and make use of their unique mix of skills and weapons to tackle situations and face varied enemies in different ways:
Naoe embodies the essence of a Shinobi Assassin. From a versatile grappling hook that allows for stealthy in-air assassinations and greater mobility, to kunai and her custom Hidden Blade for swift eliminations, she has access to a diverse arsenal of tools to strike from the shadows. While more vulnerable in close combat, she can skillfully deflect, dodge enemy strikes, and retaliate with lethal precision, using light, her surroundings, and structures around her to topple her foes.
Yasuke is tailored for direct confrontations, relying on his exceptional combat skills and mastery of Samurai weaponry. Whether wielding the Katana for decisive strikes, opting for raw power with the Kanabo, or engaging opponents from a distance with lethal flint rifle called Teppo, he can handle multiple enemies at once.
In addition, players can take advantage of a new exploration feature called the “Spy Network”. Naoe and Yasuke can send out their spies to scout locations to uncover useful information about target locations, habits, and other world secrets.
Players who purchase the Gold Edition, Ultimate Edition, Collector Edition, or with a Ubisoft+ Premium subscription, can play the game three days early on November 12. Fans pre-ordering Assassin’s Creed Shadows will receive an additional quest for any pre-ordered edition.
For more information on Assassin’s Creed, please visit: assassinscreed.com.
*Along with the following co-devs studios: Ubisoft Barcelona, Ubisoft Belgrade, Ubisoft Bordeaux, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Chengdu, Ubisoft Kyiv, Ubisoft Milan, Ubisoft Montpellier, Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Odesa, Ubisoft Osaka, Ubisoft Philippines, Ubisoft Pune, Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft Singapore, Ubisoft Sofia, Ubisoft Toronto, and with the support of our teams in Tokyo.
**Ubisoft+ Premium is available for AU$23.95 per month. Cancel anytime. More information at plus.ubisoft.com.
***Standard edition.
About Assassin’s Creed
Since it first launched in 2007, the Assassin’s Creed series has sold more than 200 million games worldwide. The franchise is now established as one of the best-selling series in video game history. Recognized for having some of the richest, most engrossing storytelling in the industry, Assassin’s Creed transcends video games, branching out into numerous other entertainment media.
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2023-24 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2.32 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.
At Ubisoft Forward, a new gameplay showcase video follows Kay Vess on a mission to Mos Eisley to track down an expert gunslinger.
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – JUNE 11, 2024 – Today, during the Ubisoft Forward Conference, a new gameplay showcase for Star Wars Outlaws™ debuted. The gameplay video follows emerging scoundrel Kay Vess on a mission to Tatooine to find an expert gunslinger and convince them to help her upgrade her skills with a blaster. In addition, a game overview trailer for Star Wars Outlawspremiered, providing a look into Kay and Nix’s past, the high-risk jobs they can take on, and the distinct locations they can explore in the open-world Star Wars™ game.
In the new gameplay video, Game Director Mathias Karlson breaks down one of Star Wars Outlaws’ expert quests. “One of your motivations for exploration is to find elusive experts scattered across the galaxy who will help Kay pick up new skills to survive in the underworld,” Karlson explains. In the video, Kay gathers intel about a gunslinger on Tatooine. As she travels through space from the asteroid field in Akiva’s orbit on her ship, the Trailblazer, we see her come to the aid of a Pyke Syndicate freighter under attack by pirate starfighters; the Pykes are grateful for her assistance, and Kay’s reputation with the syndicate grows and may open up further opportunities with them in the future.
Once on Tatooine, Kay enters a planet where most of the economy is under the control of a different syndicate: the Hutt Cartel. She explores Mos Eisley, the legendary hive of scum and villainy, in search of the gunslinger. Karlson says creating Mos Eisley was a highlight for the development team: “Recreating this iconic city is a dream come true for our team, allowing us to show parts of Mos Eisley you’ve never seen before.”
Kay’s intel leads to a Hutt Cartel storehouse located in the southern hills; unfortunately, she has a poor reputation with the Hutts. They won’t simply let her through the front door – she’ll need to infiltrate the area without triggering the alarm or risk getting into a confrontation. Kay succeeds and finds information on the location of the gunslinger, but now she needs to make her escape, leading her into a shootout before fleeing the scene. At the end of the video, Kay finally meets with the expert gunslinger, Sherriff Quint.
The latest trailer for Star Wars Outlaws details what makes Kay an original scoundrel, the underworld setting, and the galaxy of opportunity that awaits. Kay takes on high-risk, high-reward jobs to earn favour with the galaxy’s most notorious crime syndicates, including the cutthroat Pyke Syndicate, the crafty and cunning Crimson Dawn, amongst others. More of the locations Kay will explore are shown in detail, including the jungle world of Akiva, the ancient city of Kijimi, and the savannah moon of Toshara. There are flashbacks to Kay’s past growing up in Canto Bight, a memory of meeting Nix for the first time, and scenes of Kay hustling and thieving to survive.
Star Wars Outlaws launches on Xbox Series X|S, PS5, and PC via Ubisoft Connect on August 30, and can be played up to three days early* starting August 27 with a Ubisoft+ Premium subscription or by preordering the Gold Edition or Ultimate Edition. For more information about Star Wars Outlaws, please visit: starwarsoutlaws.com.
*Play the game up to 3 days before the official launch date. Internet connection and Ubisoft account required to redeem the digital content. Please check system requirements and product details/restrictions before purchase and upon game release.
About Star Wars Outlaws
With development led by Massive Entertainment*, Star Wars Outlaws will invite players to experience the Star Wars galaxy like never before through an original story set between Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back™ and Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™. As the Galactic Empire relentlessly pursues the final defeat of the Rebel Alliance, the criminal underworld thrives. Fans will play as cunning scoundrel, Kay Vess and her loyal companion Nix, as they attempt one of the greatest heists the Outer Rim has ever seen. Seeking the means to start a new life, players will join Kay and Nix as they fight, steal, and outwit their way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates and join the galaxy’s most wanted.
Kay and Nix can turn any situation to their advantage: use stealth and gadgets to gain the upper hand, use Nix to distract and draw away enemies, or engage in blaster combat in tense situations throughout their journey. In order to pull off the ultimate heist, Kay and Nix will search for and join forces with a cast of outlaws, including battle-hardened droid ND-5. While stealing valuable goods, infiltrating secret locations, and outwitting enemies, they will need to carefully consider how their choices affect their status with each syndicate, as each move will influence Kay’s ever-changing reputation.
*Development partners include Ubisoft Annecy, Bucharest, Chengdu, Milan, Montpellier, Paris, Redlynx, Shanghai, Stockholm, Toronto.
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2023-24 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2.32 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.
Establish your colony and survive the desolate wastes until June 16
NICOSIA, Cyprus – June 10, 2024 – Developer Wondernaut Studio and publisher CRITICAL REFLEX have released the first demo for the deck-building strategy game Ironhive, available to play now until June 16 on Steam. The announcement was made during the Latin American Games Showcase with an atmospheric new trailer which sets the stage for the challenges that lie ahead as you try to create a legacy that lives on for generations to come.
In Ironhive’s hour-long demo, players will step into the shoes of the Ironlord for up to one in-game year, with access to all Tier One buildings. During each of the four seasons, players will receive a series of quests to learn the essentials of the game. Learn how to carefully use turns and resources to collect additional cards and materials to build and sustain your Hive. The survival and stability of your colony depends on taking strategic management turns, tackling disastrous situations, and swiftly reaching timed milestones.
About Ironhive
The world as we know it ended hundreds of years ago with the fall of humanity, known as “The Great Collapse.” Over time, groups of survivors began to establish new settlement-fortress-cities called “Ironhives.”
Ironhive challenges players to survive a harsh, dystopian future through an interconnected system of deck building, city building, exploration, resource management, and more. As the Ironlord, you’ll build your colony, lead your people, explore the hostile world around you, and do everything in your power to withstand its harsh challenges. Every decision will contribute to building your Legacy, acquiring Cultural Traits that will affect subsequent colonies.
Ironhive is available to demo and wishlist now on Steam. For the latest info, follow the game on Twitter, join the official Discord, and visit the website to subscribe to the newsletter.
About Wondernaut Studio
Driven by stories and fantastical worlds, Wondernaut Studio was founded in early 2020 by Pablo Abraham and Bruno Klipel, professionals passionate about creating experiences that not only entertain but also enlighten and enrich lives. We achieve this through original aesthetics, captivating music, and engaging narratives, focusing on transforming each game into a unique journey that takes players beyond their everyday realities.
About CRITICAL REFLEX
CRITICAL REFLEX is an indie game publishing label on a mission: find kick-ass games, make sure they’re at their best upon release, and put them in front of as many gaming fans as possible. Members of our team have worked with a lot of successful indie projects, launched a dozen crowdfunding companies, and now we’ve come together to publish games that we love! www.criticalreflex.com
Escape a desolate alternate mindscape in Ysbryd Games’ latest debut
LOS ANGELES – 9 June 2024 –Love Eternal, the unconventional horror platformer about escaping the domain of a selfish god from developer brlka and publisher Ysbryd Games (WORLD OF HORROR, VA-11 Hall-A), revealed a crumbling, monolithic realm in today’s IGN Live Showcase. Defy gods and gravity in Love Eternal on PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5|4 in 2025.
Teenagers have plenty to deal with, but Maya has more to fuel her anger than her peers. Between alienation from her family, a recent squabble with her friend Lacey, and her recent abduction at the hands of an ancient god, Maya has a horrific journey ahead of her. Traverse the god’s terrarium, manipulate gravity through a puzzle-filled Castle, chase down and confront her captor, and escape this lonesome fate.
Bend gravity to Maya’s will, amplifying her agility to leap through the challenging chambers throughout The Castle’s labyrinth. Swiftly jump gaping chasms, deadly spikes, scalding lasers, and more with precise springs and flips in a precise platforming experience. Stay wary of the god’s watchful eye, lest reality shifts underfoot.
Navigate eerie and atmospheric Iron Age landscapes, from ruined castle structures to deep sea caverns to a dark reflection of Maya’s own home, listening to the unsettling tones echoing through the time-worn structures. Face uncanny encounters with Maya’s family, Lacey, and other wandering prisoners to uncover the god’s true motivations.
“As lifelong developers, we’ve always aimed to create experiences that challenge people’s fundamental assumptions about what a game can be,” said Toby Alden, designer at brlka. “Love Eternal is our first longform title, and we’re confident it’s going to surprise even experienced players in ways they could have never imagined!”
Love Eternal willleap onto PCs via Steam, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5|4 in 2025 with English, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Spanish, and Russian language support.
Publisher Ysbryd Games delivers games with stories that have the heart and soul to stay with players for a lifetime, underlined by captivating gameplay and striking aesthetics.
About brlka
brlka is a two-person team comprised of developer Toby Alden and artist Sam Alden. They create platformers with unique, surprising elements. Love Eternal is their first title.
