​​​​​​​Pre-Order now and take pole position with 10% off the suggested retail price of Deluxe Edition, plus an additional Create A Team preset livery.

Cambridge, UK (15 May 2024) – Frontier Developments plc (AIM: FDEV, ‘Frontier’) today announced F1® Manager 2024, the officially licensed Formula 1® management game, will launch digitally on July 23 across PC, PlayStation® 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation® 4 and Xbox One for £29.99/$34.99/€34.99. Players will return to the role of F1® Team Principal, where they can choose to design their own constructor and bring an eleventh team to the grid in the new Create A Team mode, take the hotseat at an existing Formula 1® team in Career mode or re-write the real-world 2024 season in Race Replay.
 
Players who pre-order ahead of launch will receive an additional exclusive Create A Team preset livery replicating the F1® 2024 Show Car. Those wanting to enhance their experience with F1® Manager 2024: Deluxe Edition will also receive 10% off the suggested retail price of £39.99/$44.99/€44.99.  Deluxe Edition further expands fans’ creative options with five additional classically inspired patterns, providing additional Create A Team livery options, whilst an additional five fictional Race Replay scenarios offer unique single-race challenges.

For the first time, fans can live out their ultimate fantasy by bringing their own team to life, with customisable livery and logo creation tools giving them control of their team’s unique branding. Team Origins provide total customisation of their team’s starting conditions, whether they choose to enter as a total newcomer, or to target an immediate spot amongst the title contenders with major investment and an all-star line-up. Team Principals must also directly manage their stable of sponsors to deliver both engagement opportunities and results to bolster marketability and attract future support.
 
At the pinnacle of motorsport, F1® Team Principals are responsible for ensuring every individual is motivated and believes in their ability to achieve their goals amidst fierce competition. With the introduction of the all new Mentality System, players will have greater understanding than ever before into the personal ambitions and characters of their team.  Managing people and personalities, Team Principals will see the impact of their decisions directly influence drivers and staff mentality; prioritising one car’s performance risks building an inter-team rivalry. Failure to keep their stars happy will present rivals with opportunities to poach talent, disrupting the team’s trajectory towards the top.
Building their legacy across multiple generations, Team Principals can secure rising stars by recruiting them to the new Affiliates system, allowing young drivers to continue their careers in F2™ and F3™ whilst receiving training and development from the player’s F1® team. Fans can experience this evolution of the sport across multiple seasons and plot their own route to the top with the option to simulate entire races, build their credentials in the paddock by making the leap to a competitor, or adjust their challenge with difficulty settings.
 
Across each visually enhanced circuit on the official 2024 race calendar, fans will aim to execute the perfect strategy; instructing their drivers to extract every millisecond of performance. As tyre wear and temperatures increase, so too does the risk of an incident. Much like their real-world counterparts, players will need to think tactically as they strive to mitigate and capitalise on the ever-evolving challenges and opportunities mechanical failures bring. Players can choose to watch the action unfold from a range of immersive camera angles; feeling the rush of acceleration with Visor-cam, directing the race from trackside and onboard cameras or even taking to the skies with the debut of the strategic Heli-cam view as the simulation brings the racing action to life with greater realism.
 
F1® Manager 2024 will launch on July 23 on PC, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4 and Xbox One for a suggested retail price of £29.99/$34.99/€34.99, with the Deluxe Edition available for a suggested retail price of £39.99/$44.99/€44.99. Fans who pre-order Deluxe Edition will receive 10% off the suggested retail price.
 
For more news and information about F1® Manager 2024:

Website: https://www.f1manager.com

About Frontier

Frontier is a leading independent developer and publisher of videos founded in 1994 by David Braben, co-author of the iconic Elite game. Based in Cambridge, Frontier primarily uses its proprietary COBRA game development technology to create innovative genre-leading games for personal computers and videogame consoles.
 
About Formula 1

Formula 1® racing began in 1950 and is the world’s most prestigious motor racing competition, as well as the world’s most popular annual sporting series. Formula One World Championship Limited is part of Formula 1® and holds the exclusive commercial rights to the FIA Formula One World Championship™. Formula 1® is a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation (NASDAQ: LSXMA, LSXMB, LSXMK, FWONA, FWONK, LLYVA, LLVYK) attributed to the Formula One Group tracking stock. The F1 logo, F1 FORMULA 1 logo, FORMULA 1, F1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX, PADDOCK CLUB and related marks are trademarks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula 1 company. All rights reserved.

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F1® Manager 2024 – An official product of the FIA Formula One World Championship. © 2024 Frontier Developments plc. All rights reserved. The F1 FORMULA 1 logo, F1 logo, FORMULA 1, F1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX and related marks are trade marks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula 1 company. © 2024 Cover images Formula One World Championship Limited, a Formula 1 company. Licensed by Formula One World Championship Limited. The F2 FIA FORMULA 2 CHAMPIONSHIP logo, FIA FORMULA 2 CHAMPIONSHIP, FIA FORMULA 2, FORMULA 2, F2 and related marks are trade marks of the Federation Internationale de L’Automobile and used under license.  All rights reserved. The F3 FIA FORMULA 3 CHAMPIONSHIP logo, FIA FORMULA 3 CHAMPIONSHIP, FIA FORMULA 3, FORMULA 3, F3 and related marks are trade marks of the Federation Internationale de L’Automobile and used under license.  All rights reserved. All other trademarks and copyright are acknowledged as the property of their respective owners.

[Menorca, Spain] May 15th, 2024: Get ready to return to the glory days of adventure gaming with Cronela’s Mansion, an upcoming spiritual successor to Lucasfilm’s legendary point-and-click adventure title Maniac Mansion, heading to the Nintendo Entertainment System, Super Nintendo, Game Boy, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance, PC, and Nintendo Switch in 2025.

Developed by Spanish indie developer Straynus, Cronela’s Mansion is an epic journey over four years in the making, heavily inspired by the classic SCUMM engine titles of the late 80s and early 90s. It’s an open-world adventure game that puts players in the shoes of Tommy as he explores the sprawling estate, solves clever puzzles, and interacts with a colorful cast of characters through a branching dialogue system as he works to uncover the enigmatic mansion’s many mysteries.

Today’s debut trailer showcases the different versions of Cronela’s Mansion currently in development while offering a tantalizing glimpse at the various locales you’ll visit on your quest, some of the brain-teasing puzzles you’ll encounter, and more. More than mere 1:1 conversions, the various versions of the game are designed to take advantage of the different platforms’ strengths to create a unique and exciting experience, no matter which platform you’re playing on.

“For the past four years, I have been working at Cronela’s Mansion,” said developer Straynus. “Creating a point-and-click game for retro systems has been a challenging experience, both physically and mentally, as all versions are programmed and drawn from scratch. The NES version, in particular, has been very difficult to create. Now, I am looking for funding on Kickstarter to be able to produce all the physical material for the games. If you like my work and love retro graphic adventures, it would be amazing to have your support.”

A Kickstarter campaign for Cronela’s Mansion will launch later this summer. Backers will have the chance to secure a variety of exciting rewards, including a nostalgic big box version of the PC/MS-DOS game on DVD and floppy disk (limited to 500 copies worldwide). For the latest updates, be sure to follow the official Cronela’s Mansion Kickstarter page. 

About Cronela’s Mansion:

In the depths of a majestic mansion, a story of witchcraft, lies, and betrayal is concealed, laden with nightmares that defy all known logic. The mansion harbors secrets, where the line between the real and the fantastic fades away. Each room is a portal to a shadowy world where the truth is as elusive as light in the darkness.

Will you dare to discover the truth hidden behind the doors of this spine-chilling place? The choice is yours, but be careful; once you cross the threshold, Cronela’s Mansion could reveal more than you are willing to face.

Enter with caution as this mysterious place unveils its enigmas only to the bravest, those willing to lose track of time and their own sanity.

About Straynus:

Straynus is an independent game studio based in Menorca, Spain, that has been working on Cronela’s Mansion since 2020. The development of Cronela’s Mansion began on the Nintendo NES before branching out to five retro consoles. It has expanded to feature original 8 and 16-bit compositions and orchestral music, along with hand-drawn animation videos in anime and cartoon styles. 

Strategize and Conquer in the Definitive RTS Experience

Prague, Czech Republic – May 15, 2024 – Prepare to wage war! Fulqrum Publishing and Best Way are thrilled to announce the official launch of the highly anticipated real-time strategy game, Men of War II, available for PC today on Steam, Epic Games Store, and other digital retailers for $44.99 USD / £37.99 GBP / €44.99 EUR.

Men of War II delivers an unparalleled World War II RTS experience, meticulously crafted for both seasoned veterans and new commanders alike. Players will command their forces across epic clashes and focused maneuvers, strategize their campaigns, and experience the chaos and brutality of war like never before. 

Watch the Out Now Trailer:

Featuring an unmatched level of strategic depth, Men of War II offers players a staggering number of meticulously detailed units, each with unique specializations to fit their strategic visions. It also offers unwavering historical fidelity with authentic environments and battlefields and advanced enemy AI that will try to outsmart and outmaneuver players by adapting to their playstyles. 

In Men of War II, players will take command of one of three World War II global powers – the Soviets, Americans, or Third Reich – each boasting a unique narrative campaign, allowing them to experience the war from different perspectives and utilize their military expertise in their choices. Two further Historical campaigns introduce pivotal battles with scenarios inspired by historical events, as well as a dynamic Conquest campaign and a skirmish-style experience in Raid mode. Players can also team up with up to four friends and tackle any campaign cooperatively. 

Men of War II also boasts extensive multiplayer options, allowing players to compete against each other (PvP) or work together against the AI (PvE). Ranked matchmaking ensures balanced competition across three distinct battle setups: Battalions, Combined Arms, and Classic Mode.

After last year’s public playtests, Best Way took extra time and care to incorporate improvements from community feedback. This dedication means that Men of War II launches with numerous technical improvements, bug fixes, balancing tweaks, and enhanced audio-visual quality – a testament to the team’s commitment to delivering a polished experience to players at launch. Best Way are determined to listen to their community post-launch as well, and will continue to improve Men of War II with their feedback. 

Men of War II is available now for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and other digital retailers, for $44.99 USD / £37.99 GBP / €44.99 EUR. All players who purchase the game before May 22nd will receive the Frontline Hero Pack for free.

A Deluxe Edition of Men of War II will also be available. This comprehensive edition offers players the full game, the Frontline Hero Pack, a digital artbook offering a behind-the-scenes look, and the official soundtrack to score their victories. The Deluxe Edition is priced at $54.99/€54.99, £45.99, with a 10% discount for the first week. 

For more information, visit the official Fulqrum Publishing website or follow them on social media.

About Fulqrum Publishing

Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, that includes both in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing has successfully launched over 100 game titles including the critically acclaimed series – King’s Bounty, Men of War and Space Rangers. Recent releases include such games as Ancestors Legacy, Deep Sky Derelicts, Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark, Forgive Me Father, & more.

About Best Way

Best Way is a video game developer company founded in 1991 in Sievierodonetsk, Ukraine. After the release of its first title, Soldiers: Heroes of WWII (2004), a real-time tactics strategy game set in World War II, the franchise that would come to be known as Men of War was born. Historical accuracy, in-depth simulation systems, and realistic combat are the studios’ three design pillars. Over the years, Best Way has offered detailed and intense tactical combat experiences and is currently working on Men of War II, the long-awaited sequel to the classic RTS series.

New titles coming to the platform in May will include cosy sim games and strategy puzzlers from the likes of World to the West, The Last Tinker: City of Colors, and more

Eindhoven, 15 May 2024 – Utomik celebrates fresh thrills and unforgettable journeys this month with new fun games to play with family, as well as bringing beloved titles such as Harvest Moon: Light of Hope to the Utomik Cloud Plan.

April’s family-friendly gaming extravaganza welcomed animated A-listers Scrat, Paw Patrol, and Peppa Pig to the platform. Now, Utomik is delighted to continue the excitement with more fun games for kids and the expansion of its ever-growing collection of titles available on the Cloud, which can be played seamlessly between devices. Simply hook up your controller and you’re immediately ready to dive into Utomik’s library on your PC, your Android device, and even your Smart TV.

Whether it’s travelling to Canada on an exciting journey with the Hudsons, reaching new heights of infamy with Robin Hood and his band of merry outlaws, or tending to a homestead within the cosy confines of Harvest Moon, there’s plenty to enjoy for parents and children alike.

Utomik makes family gaming accessible to all, with some of the best farming games and life sim games coming to the platform in May.

New titles on Utomik this month include:

• Suddenly Meow 2
• Travel Mosaics 13: Spectacular Amsterdam
• Hermes 4: Tricks of Thanatos
• Robin Hood 4: Spring of Life
• Travel to Canada

Titles joining the Utomik Cloud Plan this month include:

• Harvest Moon: Light of Hope
• Supermarket Shriek
• The Last Tinker: City of Colors
• World to the West

Additionally Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate, a unique strategy roguelike based on the timeless checkboard classic developed by French studio Punkcake Delicieux, will be coming to Utomik on May 23.

Discover more, and play anywhere, any time. Uninterruptedly jump from mobile, to desktop, to Smart TVs without losing any progress.

With 1400+ games currently on the platform, 300+ of which are available via Cloud, and new games added every month, Utomik brings gaming to your PC, mobile and Smart TV. Players can get a 14-day free trial before subscribing to the platform with plans starting at £4.49/$4.99 per month. 

Enjoy the adventure together on Utomik today.

About Utomik 

Utomik.com is a worldwide gaming subscription service that services both the B2C and the B2B markets with its hybrid gaming platform. The platform delivers an excellent user experience through cloud gaming and fast-download tech, which ensures smooth game performance all over the world. Partners such as Samsung, LG, and Hewlett Packard embrace this progressiveness by adapting Utomik.com’s services to their products.  The platform appeals to casual and core audiences of all ages, supporting a games library of 1400+ high-quality titles on PC and currently a subset of those for smart TVs and Android devices users in the cloud. Cloud gaming allows Utomik.com to offer an accessible gaming experience, allowing people to play whenever and wherever they want. Players can get a 14-day free trial before subscribing to the platform with plans starting at £4.49/mo. 

Popular Town-Building Survival RPG Is Quickly Building a Strong Community as Many Players Invest 20+ Hours In Game, Wish Lists Double, and Twitch Viewership Hits 975,000 Hours Watched

WROCLAW, POLAND – MAY 15, 2024 – Snail Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiary Donkey Crew LLC., are thrilled to announce the highly successful Steam Early Access launch of Bellwright. The town-building survival RPG has sold more than 200,000 units on Steam, and more than doubled its wishlists since launch to 822,628, highlighting Bellwright’s growing popularity amongst the Steam gaming community. Bellwright‘s rapid growth also extends beyond Steam, amassing over 975,000 hours watched on Twitch. 

Bellwright‘s dedicated community and wealth of content available in its Early Access launch resulted in a higher than expected level of player retention on Steam’s competitive landscape. With concurrent users consistently exceeding its launch day peak, and a significant portion of players investing over 20 hours into the game, Bellwright has evidently captured the players it has reached so far. This trend is expected to continue as players delve deeper into Bellwright‘s large tech tree and expansive Early Access map. 

Donkey Crew has also been praised by both press and players alike for their responsiveness to feedback, garnering 77% “Mostly Positive” Steam user reviews.

“The amount of support and enthusiasm from players has been a wonderful surprise for our team so soon after release. As we’re gathering feedback and discussing potential features with the community in preparation for our first content update, we have some exciting news on the way about the future of Bellwright and what’s coming next” – Florian “chadz” Hofreither, Project Lead at Donkey Crew.

Look out for further Bellwright announcements in the coming weeks. In the meantime, players can join the Bellwright community now on Discord and Steam where they can keep up to date with the latest from the development team and continue to provide feedback and shape future updates. 

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About Donkey Crew

Donkey Crew is an independent studio made up of talented, experienced developers from every corner of the world. Starting as a small team of passionate gamers working together within a large Mount & Blade modding community, the group grew into a professional company developing indie titles. Based in Wroclaw, Poland, Donkey Crew continues their journey as an indie developer while growing and expanding.

About Snail, Inc. 

Snail is a leading, global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment for consumers around the world, with a premier portfolio of premium games designed for use on a variety of platforms, including consoles, PCs and mobile devices.

A Roguelite Boomer Shooter inspired by Classic Anime

This fast and brutal roguelite FPS will make you relive the best anime of the 80s and 90s

Porto Alegre – May 15, 2024 – Today is a great day for the retro FPS enthusiasts and fans of classic anime, as developer Hammer95 Studios and publisher Epopeia Games is proud to annouunce that Mullet MadJack (Steam) is out today on Steam at a price of 19.95 USD wih 10% off in the first week. Mullet MadJack immerses players in an engaging retro FPS experience with roguelite elements, transporting them to an anime world full of excitement.

With a unique fusion of elements influenced by classic 90s FPS games, strategy, and intense action, this game promises to keep players entertained for hours on end. It’s no surprise that it has garnered 150.000 wishlists, demonstrating the community’s great interest in the title. Check out the brand new launch trailer!

“Our demo was very well received, being in the top 10 of several websites and influencer videos, we hope that our the fun we had creating the game will be also translated into an unique and exhilarating experience for players” – Alessandro Martinello, Game Director at Hammer95 Studios.

“Mullet is our first game as a publisher, and we are very pleased with it and the results achieved so far. We are looking forward to the release and hope it meets the expectations generated!” says Ivan Sendin, CEO at Epopeia Games.
ONE POLICE OFFICER WITH A MULLET, AGAINST A HORDE OF BILLIONAIRE ROBOTS!

In an exciting journey inspired by classic anime, you will be immersed in the cyberpunk world of Mullet MadJack, set in the year 90…2090.

Your mission is clear: rescue the most famous influencer on the planet from the clutches of a dangerous criminal organization, made up of powerful billionaire robots. Meanwhile, you will face violent battles as you are a dopamine-addicted vigilante who will do anything to get his own dose beating deadly challenges as you progress floor by floor of a huge skyscraper.

As you progress through the floors, an action-hungry crowd follows your every move via streaming broadcasts. This public exposure adds more tension, increasing the pressure on you and the need to perform increasingly impressive feats.

Your battle is not just to free the kidnapped influencer, but also to preserve her own reputation and entertain those watching.

Get ready for a journey full of dangers, exciting challenges and surprising twists in the best Badass Old-School style.

What makes Mullet MadJack Unique

• Exciting and dynamic combat: Race against time and infiltrate a building alone, overcoming each floor until you reach your objective.
• Campaign mode: Clear floors filled with robots, and in crucial moments, execute ultraviolent finishes on your enemies to survive.
• Survival mode: Utilize your skills in an endless mode and outdo your friends.
• Unique visual and art style: The contrasting colors between black and vibrant neon evoke the aesthetics of violent and adult anime from the era of VHS tapes.
• Engaging narrative: Set in an Old School cyberpunk world full of robots, the aesthetics of 90s anime merge with an action-packed environment.
• Nostalgic soundtrack: Inspired by the synthwave genre, the soundtrack sets the tone and urban atmosphere of the game.
• Evolve your character: Enhance your character with smart choices so that you can reach the top floor in the best possible time or you’ll have to try again, all in the best Rogue-Lite style. But remember that each upgrade will affect how the game is played. 

ABOUT MULLET MADJACK

Mullet MadJack is a highly fast-paced first-person action-adventure game designed for single-player. It draws inspiration from the Badass Old-School classic anime of the 80s and 90s, featuring a retro aesthetic and immersive gameplay that transports players back to the nostalgic era.

The game features vibrant colors, memorable characters, and a unique story, providing an authentic experience for both gaming enthusiasts and anime fans alike.

ABOUT HAMMER95 STUDIOS

Hammer95 is a collective of 3 devs who love the aesthetic of old anime and aim to bring back that nostalgia!

ABOUT EPOPEIA GAMES

Epopeia Games is responsible for other games that have already been nominated for several awards, but now promises to innovate in terms of the farm game theme with its new release. Gaucho and the Grassland, which has already been awarded in the category: BEST REGIONAL ASSOCIATION GAME PITCH at the Big Festival 2022 in São Paulo, has a final release date planned for 2024, but in the future it will be released on other consoles such as Xbox, Nintendo Switch and Playstation 4/5.

Set in a ruthless dark fantasy world where Faith and Science were never more at odds, the unforgiving world of Deathbound is brimming with appalling creatures and unyielding warriors. The unholy crusade cannot be forged alone, as players must call upon Ziêminal’s dead for any hope of survival. Bind with fallen warriors found throughout the world and dynamically transform between each character seamlessly mid-combat with Deathbound’s one-of-a-kind 4-hero soulslike party system.

The fallen are individual characters all with their own unique skill sets, combat styles, and rich history who share a single vessel. The relationships between characters also must be taken into effect as it greatly impacts gameplay. The Church of Death and Cult of Life are at odds with one another. Aligning opposing factions close to one another in the vessel will cause conflict, resulting in consequential combat effects. Alternatively, strong synergies with shared beliefs may offer combat buffs that can spell disaster for the ruthless boss awaiting steel and magic.

No matter the creed, the fallen must fight as one. Throughout combat, players will charge a sync meter shared across all the characters. When the opportune moment presents itself, dispel the sync meter and unleash a devastating Morphstrike with the combined power of the party. When faced with a menacing foe, a precisely executed Morphstrike can be the deciding factor between life and death.

Deathbound launches simultaneously on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store in 2024. Those eager to experience binding may do so right now with a demo available on Steam. As players await the launch of Deathbound later this year, they can begin crafting an unbreakable synergy by wishlisting Deathbound on Steam and joining the official Deathbound Discord server.

Key Features:

The Essence – Gain the skills, memories and identities of fallen warriors throughout the world. Combine their unique personalities and combat styles and switch between them seamlessly. 

Party System – The essences you absorb form your party. Deathbound features a robust party system that allows you to craft a playstyle through talent trees. Switch between fallen warriors to harness their skills and abilities. Each party member’s affiliation in life will affect their synergy in death. 

Dynamic Morphing – Unleash the combined powers of fallen warriors with devastating Morphstrikes. Utilize different attack styles to pull off powerful combinations and finishing blows to defeat all who oppose you. 

Brutal World – Ziêminal is a world that mixes a technological past and a medieval present, home to diverse cultures. The city of Akratya is rich in lore and dangers. Explore a city falling into ruin under the shadow of a grand crusade. With its imposing brutalist architecture and melding of technology, it’s a city bound for oblivion.  

Unforgiving Monsters and Bosses – Face challenging enemies crafted to push you to your limits. Their very nature is based on the five stages of grief, with each new encounter commanding the attention of any soul who dares face them.

About Trialforge Studio

Trialforge Studio is a Brazilian-based game development studio guided by challenge and quality. Focused on delivering a unique and memorable game experience that moves players, inspiring growth and transformation.

About Tate Multimedia Tate Multimedia is a Poland-based independent developer and game publisher. Creator of the legendary Kao the Kangaroo, well-known Urban Trial Series, and award-winning Steel Rats.

(Copenhagen, Denmark) Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 – IO Interactive, the independent video game developer and publisher best known for the Hitman and Freedom Fighters franchises, announces today that Ulas Karademir will be joining IOI as its new Chief Technology Officer, reporting to IOI’s CEO, Hakan Abrak. This strategic appointment to IOI’s leadership confirms the studio’s commitment to delivering groundbreaking experiences to its players. In his new role, Ulas will oversee IOI’s technical operations, the continuous development of Glacier, IOI’s proprietary in-house game engine, as well as working closely with the production team on the studio’s current projects. 

Ulas is a familiar face at IO Interactive, having worked there for more than seven years between 2007 and 2014. With over 20 years of experience in engineering and leadership, Ulas held roles at Unity, including over 7 years as Vice President of Core Engineering, Graphics, Operations, and Productions, and most recently at RealityOS as General Manager and CPO.

“From the moment I stepped away from the studio, I felt deep down that I would find my way back, and now, that moment has arrived. I eagerly anticipate contributing to incredible titles such as Hitman, Glacier, Project 007 and Project Fantasy and the awesome management team Hakan put together. IOI has always been known for innovation, great gameplay, and immersive worlds, and I am determined to elevate our standards even further” shared Ulas Karademir.

“Ulas is a tremendous addition to our team, bringing with him invaluable experience, knowledge, and leadership. Since he left IOI, Ulas has had an incredible track record in the different companies he worked in, and we are very excited to welcome him once more. As IOI is growing and we are looking to bring amazing IPs to our players, Ulas will be at the forefront of our innovative endeavors” said Hakan Abrak, CEO of IO Interactive.

Ulas Karademir’s arrival is the latest of IO Interactive’s appointments among its leadership, with Veronique Lallier having joined as its Chief Development Officer last January and Olivier Perbet as its Chief Marketing Officer last year.

Join the IO Interactive journey today and browse our open jobs on our website: www.ioi.dk/careers

About IO INTERACTIVE

IO Interactive is an independent videogame developer and publisher with studios in Copenhagen, Malmö, Barcelona, Istanbul, and Brighton. As the creative force behind some of the most talked-about multiplatform videogames in the last two decades, IOI is dedicated to creating unforgettable characters and experiences using their award-winning proprietary Glacier technology. IO Interactive will develop and publish the very first James Bond origin story with the working title Project 007 and is currently developing a new IP under the codename Project Fantasy.

© 2024 IO Interactive A/S. IO Interactive, IOI, HITMAN are registered trademarks of IO Interactive A/S.

Maximum Entertainment has debuted extended gameplay from the Nintendo Switch version of Hot Lap Racing, the simcade racer bringing the most exciting motorsport classes and eras to the track together, in a new in-depth video showcasing several tracks awaiting future champions. Hot Lap Racing will reach Nintendo Switch as well as PC via Steam on July 16 for $39.99: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2322830/Hot_Lap_Racing/

Developers at Zero Games Studios join in to detail the exciting challenges drivers can anticipate from Hot Lap Racing’s approach, spanning several generations of motorsport. Watch the video to tour a compilation of courses and racing styles, showcased through the first footage ever released from Hot Lap Racing’s Nintendo Switch version:

Hot Lap Racing features:

• A celebration of the world of racing spanning multiple time periods as it returns classics like Brabham cars from the ‘60s to the track alongside state-of-the-art arrivals including the Peugeot 9X8 Endurance
• A Campaign Mode with lessons from FEED RACING, incorporating real-world guidance to help players set records 
• Individual racing divisions for GT, Endurance or single-seater rides, as well as a Free category where all car classes share the same track for the ultimate generation-spanning contest

For more information on Hot Lap Racing, visit https://maximument.com/games/hot-lap-racing/, follow @hotlapracing_ on X, and wishlist the game on Steam.

Strategise and Conquer in the Definitive RTS Experience

Prague, Czech Republic – May 15, 2024 – Prepare to wage war! Fulqrum Publishing and Best Way are thrilled to announce the official launch of the highly anticipated real-time strategy game, Men of War II, available for PC today on Steam, Epic Games Store, and other digital retailers for $44.99 USD / £37.99 GBP / €44.99 EUR.

Men of War II delivers an unparalleled World War II RTS experience, meticulously crafted for both seasoned veterans and new commanders alike. Players will command their forces across epic clashes and focused manoeuvres, strategize their campaigns, and experience the chaos and brutality of war like never before.

Featuring an unmatched level of strategic depth, Men of War II offers players a staggering number of meticulously detailed units, each with unique specialisations to fit their strategic visions. It also offers unwavering historical fidelity with authentic environments and battlefields and advanced enemy AI that will try to outsmart and outmanoeuvre players by adapting to their playstyles. 

In Men of War II, players will take command of one of three World War II global powers – the Soviets, Americans, or Third Reich – each boasting a unique narrative campaign, allowing them to experience the war from different perspectives and utilise their military expertise in their choices. Two further Historical campaigns introduce pivotal battles with scenarios inspired by historical events, as well as a dynamic Conquest campaign and a skirmish-style experience in Raid mode. Players can also team up with up to four friends and tackle any campaign cooperatively. 

Men of War II also boasts extensive multiplayer options, allowing players to compete against each other (PvP) or work together against the AI (PvE). Ranked matchmaking ensures balanced competition across three distinct battle setups: Battalions, Combined Arms, and Classic Mode.

After last year’s public playtests, Best Way took extra time and care to incorporate improvements from community feedback. This dedication means that Men of War II launches with numerous technical improvements, bug fixes, balancing tweaks, and enhanced audio-visual quality – a testament to the team’s commitment to delivering a polished experience to players at launch. Best Way are determined to listen to their community post-launch as well, and will continue to improve Men of War II with their feedback. 

Men of War II is available now for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and other digital retailers, for $44.99 USD / £37.99 GBP / €44.99 EUR. All players who purchase the game before May 22nd will receive the Frontline Hero Pack for free.

A Deluxe Edition of Men of War II will also be available. This comprehensive edition offers players the full game, the Frontline Hero Pack, a digital artbook offering a behind-the-scenes look, and the official soundtrack to score their victories. The Deluxe Edition is priced at $54.99/€54.99, £45.99, with a 10% discount for the first week. 

For more information, visit the official Fulqrum Publishing website or follow them on social media.

About Fulqrum Publishing

Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, that includes both in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing has successfully launched over 100 game titles including the critically acclaimed series – King’s Bounty, Men of War and Space Rangers. Recent releases include such games as Ancestors Legacy, Deep Sky Derelicts, Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark, Forgive Me Father, & more.

About Best Way

Best Way is a video game developer company founded in 1991 in Sievierodonetsk, Ukraine. After the release of its first title, Soldiers: Heroes of WWII (2004), a real-time tactics strategy game set in World War II, the franchise that would come to be known as Men of War was born. Historical accuracy, in-depth simulation systems, and realistic combat are the studios’ three design pillars. Over the years, Best Way has offered detailed and intense tactical combat experiences and is currently working on Men of War II, the long-awaited sequel to the classic RTS series.