Broadcast Schedule Announced for Annual Premier Competitive Pokémon Event

LONDON, UK. — May 31, 2024 — Pokémon players from around the world will gather at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, for the 2024 Pokémon North America International Championships (NAIC) from June 7 to June 9, 2024. Hopeful Trainers will have their skills tested as they compete in the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), the Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games, Pokémon GO, and Pokémon UNITE to qualify for the 2024 Pokémon World Championships in Honolulu, Hawaiʻi.

Fans at home will be able to watch Pokémon battles live from New Orleans all weekend long by tuning in to the English live stream of the competition on Twitch or YouTube. Trainers who watch the English live stream can celebrate the Championship Series from home with exclusive digital giveaways, which include codes* for a special illustration rare Pokémon card in Pokémon Trading Card Game Live (TCGL), a Pokémon from the team that won the 2024 Pokémon VGC Europe International Championships (EUIC), and special Timed Research for Pokémon GO that ends in an encounter with a Pokémon from the team that won the 2024 Pokémon GO Europe International Championships.
 
*Codes for Pokémon Trading Card Game Live, Pokémon Scarlet, and Pokémon Violet can be redeemed in-game. Codes for Pokémon GO will be distributed via Twitch Drops, and details about redemption will be featured in the live stream. Terms apply to code use. Please tune in to the English NAIC broadcast for more information.
 
Pokémon TCG Stream: Twitch.tv/PokemonTCG, YouTube.com/Pokemon
Commentators: Juancho Saldana, Ross Gilbert, Joe Bernard, Pablo Meza, Shelbie Bou
Friday, June 7: 2 p.m. – 23.59 p.m. BST
Saturday, June 8: 2 p.m. – 2 a.m. BST
Sunday, June 9: Finals begin at 7 a.m. PDT on Twitch.tv/Pokemon and YouTube.com/Pokemon
 
Pokémon VGC Stream: Twitch.tv/Pokemon, YouTube.com/Pokemon
Commentators: David Partington, Evan Latt, Gabby Snyder, Jake Muller, Rosemary Kelley
Friday, June 7: 2 p.m. – 23.59 p.m. BST
Saturday, June 8: 2 p.m. – 23.59 p.m. BST
Sunday, June 9: Finals start at 7 p.m. BST on Twitch.tv/Pokemon and YouTube.com/Pokemon
 
Pokémon GO Stream: Twitch.tv/PokemonGO, YouTube.com/Pokemon
Commentators: Will Dunphey, Amanda Lundberg, Nick Livezey, Stephanie Kristine, Pedro Carrizo
Friday, June 7: 2 p.m. – 23.59 p.m. BST
Saturday, June 8: 2 p.m. – 23.59 p.m. BST
Sunday, June 9: Finals start at 2 p.m. BST on Twitch.tv/Pokemon and YouTube.com/Pokemon
 
Pokémon UNITE Stream: Twitch.tv/PokemonUNITE, YouTube.com/PokemonUNITE
Commentators: Jake “Spragels” Sprague, Kirk “Doobsnax” Dubé, Joshua “Zoinks” Hiebert, Evan “WonderChef” Hashimoto
Friday, June 7: 2 p.m. – 23.59 p.m. BST
Saturday, June 8: 2 p.m. – 23.59 p.m. BST
 
Keep up to date with the latest news from the 2024 NAIC here, and to find out more about the Play! Pokémon program, be sure to visit Pokemon.co.uk/play-pokemon.
 
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About Pokémon

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing and marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world. For more information, visit www.pokemon.com.

About Nintendo

Nintendo Co., Ltd., headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, has created franchises that have become household names worldwide, including Mario™, Donkey Kong™, The Legend of Zelda™, Metroid™, Pokémon™, Animal Crossing™, Pikmin™ and Splatoon™, through its integrated hardware and software products. Nintendo aims to deliver unique, intuitive entertainment experiences for everyone, manufacturing and marketing video game devices such as the Nintendo Switch™ family of systems, developing and operating applications for smart devices, and collaborating with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like visual content and theme parks. Nintendo has sold more than 5.4 billion video games and over 800 million hardware units globally. From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System™ more than 30 years ago, through today and into the future, Nintendo’s continuing mission is to create unique entertainment that puts smiles on the faces of people all over the world. A wholly owned subsidiary, Nintendo of Europe, based in Frankfurt, Germany, serves as headquarters for Nintendo’s operations in Europe.

For more information about Nintendo of Europe, please visit the company’s website at https://www.nintendo-europe.com/

About Niantic

Niantic’s global-scale augmented reality platform and digital map power spatial computing experiences in the real world. Incubated out of the Maps team at Google, Niantic first created Ingress and then Pokémon GO, a collaborative effort with The Pokémon Company, which has become a cultural phenomenon and hit game played by tens of millions of people each month. Niantic’s Lightship platform, which powers Pokémon GO, also supports the company’s other games including Pikmin Bloom, Peridot and Monster Hunter Now. Developers use Niantic’s platform to build their own AR applications and experiences, either with the Lightship Platform or directly through the web with 8th Wall.

New update will bring FOX-3 missiles and BeNeLux aviation

Gaijin Entertainment announces that the online military shooter War Thunder will receive the “Seek & Destroy” major content update in June. It will bring medium-range air-to-air missiles with active radar guidance (also known as FOX-3), Belgium and the Netherlands aviation, the Canadian version of the Leopard 2 MBT and dozens of other ground, sea and air military vehicles.

FOX-3 missiles operate autonomously and do not require constant “illumination” of the target, though when launching from longer ranges, it’s most optimal to track a target in TWS (Track-While-Scan) mode to provide radio correction. The Radiation Warning Receiver (RWR), however, will warn the target of the approaching missile and give the pilot time to take evasive action. The first medium-range missiles with ARH seekers in War Thunder will be the French MICA, Chinese PL-12, American AIM-120, Russian R-77, Japanese AAM-4, Israeli Derby and South African R-Darter.

One of the carriers of the new class of missiles will be the Su-27SM, the most advanced version of the Su-27 fighter currently in the game. In addition, it will receive TV guided KAB-500Kr and a completely new, destructive one and a half ton KAB-1500Kr, the largest caliber of Russian bombs of this type in the game, as well as Kh-29TD guided missiles. All this is in addition to the already extensive arsenal of the basic Su-27.

Belgian and Dutch aviation will debut in the game as a Benelux branch in the tech tree of neighboring France, increasing the variety of options for players who choose that country. The line starts with the old Gladiator Mk I, which entered combat duty back in the late 30s, and ends with the modern F-16AM Block 15 MLU! There will also be a place here for the French Mirage 5BA, developed for the needs of the Belgian Air Force, as well as the Fokker G.1A, a Dutch-designed aircraft.

New ground-based equipment includes a Canadian modification of the Leopard 2A4 main battle tank with additional composite armor modules, an advanced thermal imager and the ability to install anti-cumulative screens and a masking net, while fans of naval battles will probably be interested in trying the Kondor II – a minesweeper of the GDR fleet, armed with three twin 25 mm autocannons  and a FASTA 4M2 launcher with Strela-2M anti-aircraft missiles.

You can read more about new vehicles and other content of the “Seek & Destroy” update on the official website of the game.

About War Thunder

War Thunder is a free-to-play, cross-platform, massively multiplayer military masterpiece with millions of fans worldwide, that allows players on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Mac and Linux to fight their way across air, land, and sea in the same battlefield. War Thunder offers 2000+ playable aircraft, armored vehicles and ships from the 1900s to the 2010s. The US, Russian, British, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Swedish, Israeli, South African and French military vehicles represented in game are carefully researched, historically accurate recreations of their real world counterparts. Fans can expect hundreds more added as Gaijin Entertainment commits to ongoing development via regular updates.

About Gaijin Entertainment

Gaijin Entertainment is the developer and publisher of the online games War Thunder, Crossout, Enlisted, CRSED: F.O.A.D. and Star Conflict as well as other PC, Mac, Linux, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, iOS and Android titles across several genres. The company’s diverse portfolio has received a range of mass media and game industry awards including such as Gamescom Award and many more.

Latest update to X8 brings more opportunities for players to socialize within the community and challenge each other in competition

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – May 31, 2024 – Thirdverse, Inc., a leading VR development studio and publisher, launched the release of the fifth major update, called the “Freeplay Park Update,” to its popular 5v5 VR multiplayer hero shooter, ‘X8’. Since its launch, the game has captivated VR gamers worldwide, with over 500,000 downloads. This latest update introduces significant new features and enhancements, enriching the gaming experience and solidifying X8’s standing as the premier VR hero shooter.

New Features in the Latest Major Update:

• Freeplay Park: This new park area is the player’s social hub in X8, offering a space to hang out, meet new friends, and form custom games. Players can engage in various activities, including learning and teaching game mechanics, participating in minigames such as time attack climbing challenges, knife throwing, and a shooting range, or practicing in the combat arena.
• Streamlined Friend Adding: Simplified process for adding friends in-game with a single click from the team menu, making it easier to build an in-game community.
• Splat Tags: Adding a splash of color and personalization to gameplay, Splat Tags are digital slime balls that allow players to leave custom stickers in the environment. These can be purchased in the X8 store or unlocked through the event calendar.
• New Weapon – MONARCH: Introducing the MONARCH, a high-skill, semi-automatic weapon perfect for mid-spend rounds. It offers exciting possibilities to invest in armor or abilities.
• Threat Levels Ranked Game Mode: Introducing “Threat Levels,” a pseudo-ranked game mode for demolition. Perform well and win games to increase threat rating, represented by a badge in the main menu, showcasing your skills.
• Weapon Recoil and Sound Overhaul: In response to player feedback, Thirdverse has completely revamped the weapon and sound systems, offering a refreshed experience for veteran players and a better first impression for newcomers.
• Enhanced Matchmaking System: Ensures that players are ready before joining a game, preventing AFK disruptions. This system ties into the new Threat Levels feature, creating a more competitive and balanced gaming experience. 

Download now:
Meta Quest: https://www.oculus.com/experiences/quest/4518172508241377/
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1763510/X8/
 
Product Overview:

• Supported Platforms: Meta Quest, Steam, PICO *Cross Platform Play
• Title: X8
• Genre: VR Multiplayer Hero Shooter
• Price: Free
• Release: November 9, 2023
• Players: 5v5, up to 10 players
• Website: https://playx8vr.com/ 

About Thirdverse, Co., Ltd

Founded in 2020, Thirdverse, Co., Ltd is a virtual reality game development, distribution and management company paving the path to the metaverse with two studios in Japan and the United States.

Thirdverse is experienced in sword-fighting multiplayer VR games and has expanded into PvP shooting, narrative-driven VR games and VR Esports. The studio has launched two successful VR co-op sword-fighting games “SWORDS of GARGANTUA” and “ALTAIR BREAKER” for Meta Quest 2 and PCVR. In November 2023, Thirdverse launched multiplayer VR hero shooter “X8” developed by its US Studio. In November, they announced that both titles are joining the lineup for PlayStation®VR2. Additionally, Thirdverse revealed in late 2023 that the core team of the Japanese favorite action RPG SOUL SACRIFICE had reunited with its studio to develop its spiritual successor “SOUL COVENANT” for VR. Thirdverse continues to drive a robust roadmap of VR titles and feature updates scheduled for release in 2024 and beyond. For more information, visit www.thirdverse.io.

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Get ready to enter the cybernetic underworld of UltraCity! Indie developer Tin Man Games is excited to announce that its new tactical turn-based VR experience NEON Squad Tactics, will launch on June 13, 2024, for Meta Quest devices via the Meta Store.

Join friends and online allies as you become elite bounty hunters in UltraCity, a vibrant cyberpunk metropolis run by powerful corporations. Strategize, battle, and shape the city’s destiny in epic strategic showdowns. Enter a stunning virtual world brought to life with a hyper-retro 90s aesthetic and a modern synthwave soundtrack and dive into the action either lone wolf in the single-player campaign or with up to 4 friends in multiplayer online co-op mode. Are you prepared to lead your squad to victory amidst the neon-lit chaos?

“As we enter our final phase of pre-launch development for NEON Squad Tactics, we are so excited to finally confirm the release June 13 release date for NEON Squad Tactics.” commented Neil Rennison, Creative Director at Tin Man Games,  “We have taken all of our turn-based development experience and created a really exciting, tactical VR experience. Expect whacky characters, strategic thinking and a lot of turn-based action, all set to a fantastic synthwave soundtrack composed by leading artists. Grab your VR headset and get ready to enter UltraCity!” 

Watch the announcement trailer for NEON Squad Tactics below:

Immerse yourself in the heart of a cyberpunk metropolis as one of the elite Operators, capable of projecting your consciousness into a team of skilled heroes known as the NEON Squad.

Gather your friends or online allies and navigate the vibrant, wacky world from the comfort of a virtual bar. A captivating holographic table serves as your interface to key locations in the city and beyond. You’ll undertake daring missions on behalf of the powerful corporations, all under the guidance of an enigmatic Handler.

Strategic thinking and clever teamwork will be your greatest assets as you coordinate your squad’s actions in thrilling turn-based tactical battles, where every decision could mean the difference between victory and defeat.

Forge alliances, outsmart your enemies, and rise to the top of the cybernetic food chain. Are you ready to become a legend in the neon-lit world of the NEON Squad?

Features: 

• Turn-based tactics action game with a compelling single-player campaign and Drop in / Drop out multiplayer missions for up to 4 players.
• Hyper-retro 90s aesthetic and a modern synthwave soundtrack featuring tracks by AM0k, Metasphere, Fynn’s Arcade, Hearts in Beta and Monster Mansion. 
• 31 playfields across 3 diverse biomes. 
• Choose from 8 playable Squad members – Assassin / Vanguard / Ravager / Juggernaut / E-Goop / Ghost / Queen / Wildcard
• Over-the-top futuristic weaponry includes laser swords, combat drones, lightning launchers, smart mines, nano-bots, and more.
• in-game wagering system. The bigger the risks, the bigger the rewards. 

NEON Squad Tactics will be released on Meta Quest Devices on June 13, 2024. Fans can Wishlist the game on the Meta Store now. 

Infinity Nikki Debuts at the 2024 State of Play and Announces PS5 Playtest in Q3 2024

On May 30, 2024, Infold Games revealed the latest trailer for Infinity Nikki at the 2024 State of Play and announced that the PS5 Playtest will be held in Q3 2024. The game has already launched its PlayStation Store page globally, where players can add it to their wishlist.

Infinity Nikki is the fifth installment in the beloved Nikki series developed by Infold Games. Utilizing the UE5 engine, this multi-platform, open-world dress-up adventure seamlessly blends the series’ core dress-up mechanics with open-world exploration elements. It also offers platforming and puzzle-solving to create a unique gameplay experience. In this game, Nikki and Momo embark on a new adventure across the fantastical nations within Miraland, each with its own culture and environment. Players will encounter a variety of characters and whimsical creatures while collecting stunning outfits of different styles. Some of these outfits possess magical abilities that are crucial for exploring this world.

The 2024 State of Play trailer reveals Infinity Nikki’s open-world exploration that’s enhanced by various Ability Outfits. Harnessing the power of Whim that’s hidden within outfits, Nikki has the tools to help her overcome difficult trials. The Floating Outfit allows Nikki to hover gracefully, the Gliding Outfit summons a giant flower for high-altitude flights, and the Shrinking Outfit lets her sit on Momo’s head as he navigates through small spaces. The joy of 3D platforming is interwoven throughout the game’s open-world exploration. Players can cleverly utilize floating, running, and plunging techniques to freely explore diverse environments and tackle cleverly designed puzzles and levels. Each unique landscape is vibrant and charming, with new mysteries waiting to be unraveled!

The game is also rich in immersive details, allowing players to relax and enjoy a beautiful life without worries. With sunrises, sunsets, and the ever-changing weather, the creatures of Miraland have their own lives. Remember their daily routines and try to find them! Wear outfits with special abilities to fish by the river or catch bugs with a net. The game features an in-depth gathering system where the items Nikki collects become great clothing materials.

Stroll through flower fields and meadows, walk along mountain streams, and encounter merchants offering special outfits. Let your inspiration rise with the paper cranes on the streets. Use Momo’s Camera and dress Nikki up in your favorite outfits. You can choose the perfect background and frames to take pictures of her. Capture every heartwarming moment of your journey anytime, anywhere.

In the PlayStation Blog post by Yao Runhao, the founder of Infold Games and producer of Infinity Nikki, he writes: “Over the past 12 years, through numerous updates and iterations of the Nikki series, Nikki and her fans have grown together. With each new entry, we strive to elevate our technical capabilities, continually pushing ourselves to enhance the quality of our products.” In this game, the development team introduces the concept of an open-world dress-up adventure for the first time. They are committed to using new technologies and designs to break through the genre’s limits. This time, they will also rely on the technical capabilities and hardware of the PS5 to create a stunning, fantastical game world.

The open-world dress-up adventure Infinity Nikki is now available for wishlisting on the PlayStation Store. It will be released on multiple platforms, including PS5, PC, iOS, and Android. Players who are interested can visit the official website to pre-register or follow the game on social media for updates.

Official website: https://infinitynikki.infoldgames.com/en/home

The clock is ticking on Limited Run Games’ standard and collector’s editions of this survival-horror classic

Valencia, Calif. – May 31, 2024 – The time has come for survival-horror fans to add a legendary classic to their collections! WayForward, in conjunction with Sunsoft, Capcom, and Limited Run Games, is terrifyingly thrilled to announce that physical versions of Clock Tower: Rewind — an enhanced, modern-platform revival of the original 16-bit Clock Tower game — are now available to preorder from LimitedRunGames.com. Offered on Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC in standard and collector’s editions, this nightmarish adventure is available as an open preorder until June 30, 2024. A new trailer can be seen below:

One of the pioneers of the survival-horror genre, Clock Tower: Rewind marks the first time that the groundbreaking Super Famicom Clock Tower game will be officially translated and released outside of Japan, thanks to the power of Limited Run Games’ Carbon Engine. This intense, chilling adventure casts players in the role of teenage orphan Jennifer, who must explore the haunting confines of the Barrows family manor to find items, reveal secrets, and discover ways to evade Scissorman, a murderous, unstoppable, shears-wielding psychopath.

Clock Tower: Rewind features the original graphics, sound, and play mechanics of the game’s 1995 release, and can be enjoyed in either Original mode, which lets players experience the game as it was when it initially launched, or Rewind mode, which adds extra content and quality-of-life improvements. Both modes are playable in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, simplified Chinese, and Korean, as well as the original Japanese, and are accompanied by new features including a new animated intro, opening and ending vocal theme songs, motion comics with voiceovers, interview with creator Hifumi Kono, art gallery, border artwork, save states, and a music player.

The physical version of Clock Tower: Rewind is available in two horrifying editions: a standard edition ($34.99), which includes the game with case and manual (or, for the PC version, the game on a USB drive), and a collector’s edition ($124.99), which adds a plethora of goods to get any horror fan’s blood pumping, including a soundtrack CD, a double-sided 12″ x 16″ poster featuring art by Shintaro Kago, a sticker sheet, a miniature clock tower statuette, a demon idol keychain, a ham object enamel pin, acrylic standees of Jennifer and Scissorman, and a Dan Barrows stressball squishy. The digital versions of Clock Tower: Rewind will launch later this year on Switch, PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. For more information about the game and other exciting titles, please visit www.wayforward.com and www.limitedrungames.com, and follow @wayforward and @limitedrungames on social media.

Key Features

• The survival-horror classic, Clock Tower, officially translated and brought out of Japan for the first time
• Choose from Original mode or Rewind mode, which features numerous gameplay additions and quality-of-life refinements
• Run, hide, and survive as you attempt to evade the psychotic Scissorman
• Atmospheric 2D art, detailed animations, and haunting sound effects augment the tense point-and-click gameplay
• Multiple endings and randomized gameplay elements maximize replayability (and jump scares)
• New animated opening, motion comics with VO, and vocal theme song performed by Mary Elizabeth McGlynn
• Featuring an art gallery, music player, behind-the-scenes interview with creator Hifumi Kono, save states, and other modern inclusions

About WayForward

Based in Valencia, California, WayForward was founded in 1990 and has remained an independent game developer for more than 30 years. We are home to many talented individuals including programmers, environment artists, animators, modelers, illustrators, audio wizards, designers, and team leaders. With the new avenues for distributing games directly to fans we are finally able to make the games we have always wanted to.

About Limited Run Games

Limited Run Games is the industry leader in producing and distributing premium physical video games. Founded in 2015, they have published over 1,000 physical games and soundtracks in addition to winning several awards for their bespoke Collector’s Editions. Limited Run is the gold standard in bringing digital games to physical form for casual fans and collectors alike. Visit limitedrungames.com for the latest offerings, or follow the brand on your social media platform of choice for all LRG-related updates: @limitedrungames.

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New Looks for Additional Titles in Development Include Opening Animation for Monster Farming / Action Title Farmagia and Striking New Teaser for DAEMON X MACHINA: Titanic Scion

London, U.K. — May 31, 2024 — Marvelous Europe today shared a localised version of parent company Marvelous Inc.’s second annual ‘Marvelous Game Showcase’. President Suminobu Sato hosted the showcase and was joined by key members of development teams to provide updates on titles announced in last year’s event and announce new regional and global initiatives for the Marvelous family of companies.

Farmagia (formerly Project Magia): Product Manager Takehiro Ishida revealed the official title of the project, Farmagia, and presented the game’s opening animation, giving gamers an action-packed look at the cast of characters and powers they wield. Ishida-san also shared details on key characters in the game, designed by popular artist Hiro Mashima, including Ten, the protagonist who often acts before thinking; Arche, his childhood friend who balances both kindness and a competitive nature; Chica, another childhood friend with a more reserved demeanour; and Lookie-Loo, Ten’s sidekick and de-facto mascot. The title is planned for a global release in 2024.

STORY OF SEASONS: The next, as-yet-untitled entry in the beloved franchise continues its development as the team focuses on improvements to the visual presentation and natural environments. Series Manager Hikaru Nakano joined to debut a fresh look at the results of their efforts, highlighting how aspects such as updated natural lighting and festival fireworks have been improved to enhance immersion and atmosphere. The project remains in active development and will be fully revealed at a later date. In the meantime, Nakano-san confirmed new gameplay features including a player-controlled glider and the return of fan-favorite pets.

Amusement Section: Marvelous Inc. supports more than just PC and console entertainment and announced a number of new arcade initiatives.

Indie Partner Lineup: The Marvelous family continues to invest in helping creative and exciting visions from smaller indie developers become a reality with global support for titles! Titles introduced for worldwide release include Bitsummit 2023 Grand Prize winner Death the Guitar, where players become an electric guitar fighting with the power of death metal to avenge their owner, planned for a 2025 release; and Moonlight Peaks, the supernatural-themed vampire farming/life sim title from Dutch developer Little Chicken, scheduled for 2026 release. One additional title, Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus, was also presented for release in Asia and Japan by Marvelous on July 28, 2024.

Rune Factory: Following a brief history on the evolution of the Rune Factory series and how it has grown across nine titles released over 18 years, Rune Factory series Director Shiro Maekawa joined the stream to reveal a new video for Rune Factory: PROJECT DRAGON sharing a look at the title’s protagonists. Players can choose to play as either Subaru or Kaguya, two new Earthmates with a twist; they will use the power of dance, rather than farming, to communicate and interact with the world around them. This new approach to interacting with the world comes with non-combat tools, including parasols and drums; series staple weapons like swords; and brand-new weapon types to experiment with, including bows and talismans.

DAEMON X MACHINA: Titanic Scion: First revealed during last year’s Marvelous Game Showcase, DAEMON X MACHINA: Titanic Scion once again closed out the show, where President Sato-san shared an evocative look at Marvelous’ First Studio’s mech-action sequel. Additional details including platforms and a release window will be announced at a later date.

About Marvelous Europe

Marvelous Europe is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Marvelous Inc., developer of beloved Story of Seasons and Rune Factory games. Established in 2012, Marvelous Europe’s varied portfolio includes both third-party titles such as Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, Leximan, Cuisineer and Moonlight Peaks in addition to select Marvelous Inc. content.

Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. For more information about Marvelous Europe, please visit www.marvelouseurope.com

Build your castle, develop your city, create your army, and defeat your enemies in Good Mood Games’ real-time strategy experience. 

Ankara, Turkey – May 31 2024. Indie developer Good Mood Games is proud to announce the release of a huge content update for its deep real-time strategy title Eyes of War. Currently available in Steam Early Access, Eyes of War blends real-time strategy and a third-person perspective set in the brutal medieval era. Offering both single and multiplayer gameplay experiences, players can build their castles, fortify their defences, and when the action starts, control every individual unit in character mode, offering unparalleled strategic advantages during epic battles.  

Watch the new Eyes of War gameplay trailer below:

Good Mood Games has been working closely with the community during the first stages of the Steam Early Access launch to gather feedback and suggestions on the next steps in Eyes of War’s development journey. Along with numerous gameplay content additions, including new construction and character animations, ground textures, and new buildings and castles, one of the biggest updates to be implemented is a complete HDRP overhaul of the game engine and UI. With today’s feature-packed update, fans can experience Eyes of War in stunning high definition and clarity showcasing the evolution of Nyseroth. 

Good Mood Games will continually add new content, fixes, and quality-of-life updates through the Early Access phase leading up to the full V1.0 launch. The full list of updates is in the patch notes here. 

To celebrate the launch of the Eyes of War content update, Good Mood Games has released a new trailer showcasing some of the new gameplay mechanics and content additions fans can expect in the Early Access version. The team is also excited to share the brand new cinematic trailer with fans today! This trailer has been created to introduce the players to the world of Eyes of War and set the tone for the brutal gameplay experience that awaits. 

Check out the cinematic trailer below:

About Eyes of War: 

Eyes of War, blends real-time strategy and third-person perspective, creating a medieval warfare game where you can switch between these two different modes. In strategy mode, build and develop your castle, and create your army, while in character mode you can personally control each unit in your army from a third-person perspective, smoothly transitioning between units to feel the battle up close. Compete with friends or AI in supported maps for up to 4 players, striving to become the ruler of the map. Continue your battles not only with the Strategy Game Mode but also with different game modes like the Arena Game Mode.

Build your castle, develop your city, create your army, and defeat your rivals!

Be Part of the Army!

In strategy mode, wage war with other players by developing your castle and army. Take control of any unit at any moment in the game, manage and experience the war atmosphere in character mode. Be not only a leader but a hero with every decision you make. 

Features: 

• Feel Your City and Environment Up Close! – See the details of every corner of the maps up close in character mode. Roam within the city you built with great dedication in character mode. Become one of the heroes defending your city against rivals!
• Utilize Amazing Strategies Against Real Players – Join online battles on maps supporting up to 4 players. Battle against opponents for resources. Use your strategies against real players and be ready for surprising strategies from your opponents.
• Measure Swords in the Arena – Take your battles beyond the strategy mode. Compete in the arena with the units you choose against AI or real players and become the champion of the arena.
• Struggle of Four Nations – Engage in the struggle among four nations, each with its own unique culture. Diversify your strategy by using units with different advantages from each nation.

Eyes of War is now available via Steam Early Access and features the content-packed update. Fans can add the game to their Wishlist now and download the free playable demo. 

For more information, please visit the Eyes of War website https://www.eyesofwar.org/ and follow the development journey on the official social media channels: 

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About Good Mood Games: 

Good Mood Games is a game development studio based in Ankara, Turkey. We are known for our commitment to producing creative games. We focus on providing unforgettable experiences to our players with productions that leave a mark in the game world.

As Good Mood Games, we aim to be a pioneer in the game world. We have the vision of becoming a globally recognised game studio by offering unique, creative and immersive experiences to our players in each of our games.

Bring your action figures to life in the solo or co-op story campaign, or in PvP battles!

Manchester, UK – May 31st, 2024  – Independent developer Digital Cybercherries is thrilled to announce that their acclaimed shooter about sentient action figures, Hypercharge: Unboxed, is out now on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.

Inspired by films like Toy Story and Small Soldiers, Hypercharge: Unboxed is a first and third-person shooter action figure game with a full story campaign mode that can be played solo offline, or with up to 4-players online in co-op. The game also supports split-screen play, both locally and online If you’re feeling more competitive than collaborative, Hypercharge: Unboxed has got you covered too, as it features an array of PvP modes for brief bouts of action figure mayhem! Defend the Hypercore with your friends, survive waves of relentless hordes of weaponised toys, or enjoy a good old-fashioned free-for-all rumble.

Hypercharge welcomes both parents and children into a vibrant world of action figures and toys. It’s a way for adults to remember the fun of their own childhoods and make new, happy memories with their children. With cross-platform support for the PC version, there are no boundaries when it comes to who you play with, so  enjoy it with your friends however you’d like. There are even bots available if you’d prefer to play with AI teammates or opponents.

“Hypercharge: Unboxed is the perfect marriage of nostalgic charm and contemporary shooter design,” said Joe Henson, Creative Gameplay and Marketing Director at Digital Cybercherries. “It’s a love letter to our childhood, where we enjoyed smashing action figures together and creating epic battles in our head – only now we can realize that vision in a fully interactive 3D world. Whether you’re playing solo or want to connect with friends, Hypercharge: Unboxed provides the perfect jolt of 90s energy!”

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Hypercharge: Unboxed Official site: https://playhypercharge.com/
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About Hypercharge: Unboxed

HELP SGT. MAX AMMO TO DEFEAT MAJOR EVIL AND SAVE THE HYPERCORE!

There was once an ancient line of action figures, who created a magical power source that would allow humans to keep their favourite childhood memories of their toys. This ancient power source is known as the Hypercore. Inside the Hypercore are the beloved memories of our favorite toys. If Major Evil destroys it, these memories will disappear forever. Defend it with everything you’ve got, or see our cherished toys turn into lost treasures of the past!

Hypercharge is the first and third-person shooter action figure game you’ve always dreamed of! Grab your friends, complete objectives, defend the Hypercore against waves of weaponized toys, and defeat Major Evil together in the story campaign!

Key Features

• 1-4 player online/local co-op.
• Full  split-screen support including online/local.
• Single player/offline play with player bots.
• Difficulty  scales based on the number of players.
• Wave-based shooter with story campaign.
• Classic PvP game modes. (up to eight players)
• First and third-person camera modes.

Hypercharge is available in online and offline PvP, co-op and single-player on Steam and Nintendo Switch and coming soon to Xbox. For more information, visit: https://playhypercharge.com/

About Digital Cybercherries

Digital Cybercherries came to life in 2015, nestled in the heart of Manchester, UK. We’re a cozy crew of six indie devs with a big passion for games. Our mission? To make games that entertain, innovate, and stand the test of time. We’ve had our hands in a bunch of cool projects – like New Retro Arcade: Neon, a VR trip down memory lane, and Hypercharge: Unboxed, an action figure adventure that caught the internet by storm. We’ve also spooked the gaming world with hits like DON’T SCREAM and are buzzing about our next big thing, Paranormal Tales. Making games that we and players love is what gets us up in the morning. We’re all about bringing something new and exciting to the table for gamers everywhere! For more information, visit: https://digitalcybercherries.com

TOKYO – May 30, 2024 – Video game publisher and developer Cygames, Inc. (HQ: Shibuya, Tokyo; President: Koichi Watanabe, hereinafter referred to as “Cygames”) has announced the third free major update coming to the action RPG Granblue Fantasy: Relink for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and Steam® on May 31. Included in this update are challenging new quests, new playable character Sandalphon, Photo Mode, and other additional content. 

Soar High with an All-New Crewmate, Take On All-New Challenges

Free update Version 1.3.0 introduces an all-new playable character: Sandalphon, protector of the Sky Realm. Originally debuted in the Granblue Fantasy browser game, Sandalphon became leader of the four primarchs: angelic beings who govern the four elements. Now he descends upon Relink to lend his blade to the crew’s cause.

Sandalphon is free to unlock by completing certain in-game requirements. Alternatively, players may opt to purchase his Character Expansion Set (paid DLC) to unlock him immediately.

Included with this update are three challenging quests which pit players against several powerful boss-level monsters. Additionally, Lucilius, who appeared in the Version 1.1.0 update as the game’s most perilous foe, will take on an even more menacing form in a new quest dubbed “Zero”. This fight promises to test the limits of even the most battle-hardened skyfarers.

Capture the Moment with Photo Mode; Share Your Journey with Relink’s Photo Contest

Photo Mode is another addition coming in this update. Using its various tools and features, players can set up perfect shots of their Relink adventure. Skyfaring photographers with higher aspirations are also encouraged to participate in Relink’s Photo Contest, which is accepting entries as of today.

Granblue Fantasy: Relink

Other update features include Sigil Synthesis, which allows players to fuse legendary sigils to mix sigil traits; a map overlay, which displays key locations, treasure chests, and wee pincers; as well as new control scheme options. Check the Version 1.3.0 Patch Notes for more details.

Paid additional content coming in the update includes a new emote expansion set and item packs useful for upgrading characters, weapons, and sigils. Check the official website for more details.

Story

Granblue Fantasy takes place in the Sky Realm, a world where myriad islands float in a great blue expanse. Take your role as captain of a skyfaring crew, joined by a scrappy little dragon named Vyrn and a young girl with mysterious powers named Lyria. Together you sail with a colorful cast of crewmates, including kings and misfits alike, for Estalucia, a fabled island beyond the end of the skies.

In the Zegagrande Skydom, islands are guarded by powerful creatures known as primal beasts and winds carry tales of a secretive organization known as the Church of Avia. Unveil a web of intrigue reaching far beyond the borders of Zegagrande and engage in a battle for the fate of the Sky Realm itself.

For more information please follow the links below:

Official Website: https://relink.granbluefantasy.jp/
Official X (formerly Twitter): https://x.com/gbf_relink_jp
Cygames EN Official YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CygamesEN

© Cygames, Inc.

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