New massive space battles and legendary items come to EVERSPACE 2 alongside an engine migration to Unreal Engine 5 and a flotilla of tweaks and bug fixes in today’s free update.
Hamburg, Germany – April 29, 2024 — ROCKFISH Games is bringing another massive free update to their open world spaceship looter shooter action RPG, EVERSPACE 2. Incursions releases today on PC and PlayStation worldwide with Xbox to follow shortly, bringing an exciting list of new gameplay features, in-game items, and improvements to space fans.
The update comes soon after a massive win for EVERSPACE 2 at the 2024 Deutsche Computerspielpreis where ROCKFISH Games took home Best German Game, the top award for video games developed in Germany.
Watch the Incursions Update Video below:
The Incursions update broadens the depth of EVERSPACE 2’s world and lore, adding massive space battles to the later portion of the story campaign. Actions taken by Adam Roslin and his crew have weakened the integrity of the universe and allowed Ancients to break into reality from rift space. In new Incursions activities, it’s up to skilled space pilots to fend off hordes of enemies while destroying beacons allowing enemies to cross over from another dimension.
Legendaries, new front, rear, and cockpit modules, and new reliquary treasure items that can be unlocked in the retooled Ancient Rift mode. Additional features such as a revamped photo mode, reworked Scout “Shadow Strike” ultimate ability, increased legendary item limit per loadout, and many community-requested changes have also been added. On Xbox and PlayStation consoles, controller button remapping has also been added in response to community request. The Incursions update also brings EVERSPACE 2 from Unreal Engine 4 to 5.3. This engine migration allows the ROCKFISH Games team to continue development using the latest tools while enabling toggleable features such as Lumen GI on DirectX 12, Nvidia Reflex latency reduction, Intel XeSS upscaler, AMD FSR 3.0 upscaler and Nvidia Frame Generation for high-end PC players.
“Bringing EVERSPACE 2 to Unreal Engine 5.3 alongside all the new Incursions content was a monumental challenge that the team tackled in stride and the results are evident,” said ROCKFISH Games CEO and co-founder Michael Schade. “Though we were able to take advantage of the latest technologies such as Nvidia’s Frame Generation and Unreal’s Lumen in this update, our main goal with this engine migration was to future proof the game—we’ve got a lot more premium content coming that we’ll share about later this year. For now, new and returning pilots can enjoy all the legendaries and endgame content added with this update.”
Find the full list of changes in the studio’s latest blog.
ROCKFISH Games also launches a new EVERSPACE 2 Supporter Pack on Steam today, making an assortment of ship cosmetic options available for superfans. This $9.99 / €9.99 / £8.49 / ¥1520 pack includes new ship skins, decals, and lighting effects as well as a variety of engine effects for pilots looking to support the team.
EVERSPACE 2 is available on PlayStation, Xbox, Steam, GOG, and the Microsoft Store for $49.99 / €49.99 / £44.99 / ¥6930. The game is available as a Play Anywhere title on Xbox and PC Game Pass. EVERSPACE 2 is fully voiced in English and German and currently localized in thirteen languages including English, Brazilian Portuguese, Czech, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Simplified and Traditional Chinese, and Spanish.
Every second friday, the ROCKFISH Games team shows off content from their latest EVERSPACE 2 dev build on the ROCKFISH Games Twitch and YouTube channel from 8 pm to 10 pm CET / 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm ET / 11:00 am to 1:00 pm PT. Viewers are encouraged to bring their questions about EVERSPACE games for the dev team.
About ROCKFISH Games GmbH
ROCKFISH Games is an independent game studio specializing in cutting-edge space action RPGs for PC and consoles. Industry veterans Michael Schade and Christian Lohr founded ROCKFISH Games to create a new breed of adrenalin-filled adventures for space shooter fans through their acclaimed EVERSPACE IP. After spending over two decades as joint entrepreneurs in the 3D graphics and mobile gaming space, Schade and Lohr built ROCKFISH Games from the ground up alongside their former team of veteran talents to the current studio of 30 game developers and community experts from across the industry over the past ten years.
Using Kickstarter as a platform to build a new community in 2015, ROCKFISH Games reached a runaway success with EVERSPACE, which has sold over three million copies on PC and consoles. Building on this success and propelled by yet another wildly successful Kickstarter campaign in 2019, ROCKFISH Games is dedicated to crafting a compelling next-gen single-player open-world space shooter experience that is driven by quality storytelling while being highly accessible at the beginning and yet deep in its gameplay mechanics to appeal to casual as well as hardcore space action aficionados from around the globe with EVERSPACE 2.
Outlandish new trailer reveals bizarro new gameplay and upcoming demo
Leicester, UK – 29th April 2024
Ready your tools, diagnostic devices and basic literacy skills as the whacky, irreverent (and downright weird) roguelite spaceship repair simulator, Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop, opens its doors to players this November on Windows PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.
The frantic ‘fix’em’up’ challenges players to take the helm at a franchise of the eponymous owner, Uncle Chop. The ultra-tactile mechanics twinned with a roguelite format create a unique and outlandish gameplay experience with an aesthetic and dark humour inspired by TV shows such as Adventure Time and Rick & Morty.
New gameplay, spaceships, repair modules and miscreants are revealed in the latest trailer which also features a sneak peak at boss ships, factions, and the…occult ‘activities’ that go alongside them…oh and donuts.
Kasedo Games work closely together with enthusiastic & talented indie developers from around the world to publish ‘Triple I’ titles that players will love.
Through our vast knowledge of producing, PR, marketing and distribution, we always strive for quality games made by quality indie teams and we understand that every game and every studio has different requirements. The support, creative freedom and platform we provide means we can make great games happen without forgetting their roots.
Titles under the Kasedo label include: ‘IXION, ‘City of Gangsters’, Recipe for Disaster’, ‘Filament’, ‘Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus’, ‘Rise of Industry’, ‘Project Highrise’ and ‘Crowntakers’. www.kasedogames.com
New Outfits for All Four Year 1 Characters, Plus Major Battle Balance Updates, Will Also Be Released Alongside Akuma
London (April 29, 2024) Unleash your inner demon when the legendary Akuma joins the Street Fighter™ 6 roster starting on May 22, across PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam! Dropping right alongside Akuma are three significant new updates:
Fight with style when Outfit 3 becomes available for all Year 1 Characters, including Rashid, A.K.I., Ed, and Akuma. Year 1 Ultimate Pass owners will automatically receive these including their colors 1-10 on May 22.
The highly anticipated battle balance updates are coming to the game. We’ll have more details to share about this in the upcoming weeks.
The newest stage in Street Fighter 6, Enma’s Hollow, where Akuma resides to continue his hellbent training has been revealed. Year 1 Ultimate Pass owners will automatically receive this stage on May 22.
To check out the Akuma Gameplay Trailer, please visit YouTube, and for the latest assets and information on Street Fighter 6, visit the official Street Fighter 6 website.
Akuma drops straight into the action across all three Street Fighter 6 game modes, including World Tour where you can learn more about his story, Battle Hub where you can apply his moves to your own avatar, as well as the classic Fighting Ground experience. Check out his throwback Outfit 2 style as well, inspired by his debut look in Super Street Fighter™ II Turbo.
Now on to a sample of some of his exhilarating and demonic moves:
Gou Hadoken: Akuma’s infamous fireball is back and can be charged up to blast a “red fireball” that gives him more options on hit or block.
Ashura Senku: Like his previous iterations, Akuma uses Ashura Senku to glide on the battlefield cloaked in shadows.
Adamant Flame: One of Akuma’s new moves, where he performs a forward thrust engulfed in flames. This move is useful in combos and for exploiting vulnerable opponents due to its long reach.
Messatsu Gohado: Akuma’s Level 1 Super Art where he fires a highly concentrated ball of Satsui no Hado.
Empyrean’s End: Akuma’s Level 2 Super Art where he turns the Satsui no Hado into a powerful flame and ignites it within the opponent.
Sip of Calamity: Akuma’s first Level 3 Super Art where he throws opponents on the ground face-first and follows up with a single devastating blow.
Shun Goku Satsu or “Raging Demon”: This second Level 3 Super Art can only be performed when his Vitality is low enough for a Critical Art and can be used to end combos. This time, he allows you to see what happens during the one second worth of nightmares.
Akuma will be unlocked for owners of the Year 1 Character Pass, Year 1 Ultimate Pass, Deluxe Edition, or Ultimate Edition on May 22. Stay tuned for more details in the coming weeks!
About Street Fighter 6 Street Fighter 6, having sold more than three million units since launch, is available now and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter™ series with a combo of unique fighting game innovations, brimming with content across three brand new game modes – Fighting Ground, World Tour, and Battle Hub. Players around the world can get their hands on all the hard-hitting Street Fighter 6 action now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
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TEKKEN 8revealed its roadmap for the months to come, which includes battle adjustments, free additions and second DLC character, Lidia Sobieski.
Watch the new trailer here:
Starting this spring, battle adjustments will be made as the development team continues to work on improving the balance of the game as well as the player experience.
This summer, the first free updates will be out, including the release of a new stage, the Seaside Resort, and introducing the Photo Mode.
In Autumn, a brand-new story, involving Eddy Gordo, will come for free to TEKKEN 8. Additional modes, such as Ghost vs. Ghost or Online Practice are planned to be added at a later date.
Last but not least, the Prime Minister of Poland, Lidia Sobieski, makes her return in TEKKEN 8. She will be available this summer with an early access for Character Year 1 Pass owners.
Hot on the heels of EVO Japan, the TEKKEN WORLD TOUR is still underway, as players all across the globe compete to earn points and try to clinch a spot for the TEKKEN WORLD TOUR Finals. All details on the TEKKEN WORLD TOUR are available here.
Developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc., TEKKEN 8 harnesses Unreal® Engine 5 to bring new weight and atmosphere to the game’s battles, with every character remodelled in stunning detail and new dynamic and destructible environments added to the game. TEKKEN 8 is available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.
Experience the revival of the beloved tennis franchise with Standard Edition and Grand Slam® Edition cover athletes Roger Federer and Serena Williams, and Deluxe Edition cover athletes Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Świątek, and Francis Tiafoe, alongside gameplay that provides a real tennis feel, all four Grand Slam® Tournaments, and more
2K announced TopSpin® 2K25, a revival of the beloved tennis simulation video game series developed by Hangar 13, is available now on PlayStation® 5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. Featuring competitive single-player and multiplayer modes, all four historic Grand Slam® Tournaments, 25 playable pros, and much more, TopSpin 2K25 is sure to satisfy seasoned tennis aficionados and newcomers to the virtual court alike. Fans can check out the launch trailer, which features cover athlete Frances Tiafoe facing off against iconic rapper and tennis aficionado Pusha T, plus an appearance by tennis icon John McEnroe, as well as the gameplay trailer, which shows cover athlete Carlos Alcaraz vs. Daniil Medvedev, Andre Agassi vs. Pete Sampras, Coco Gauff vs. Madison Keys, as well as several other members of the game’s roster and custom MyPLAYERs in action.
“After over a decade since the last iteration of TopSpin, we’re excited to be able to share TopSpin 2K25 with the world,” said Remi Ercolani, Gaming Director at Hangar 13. “TopSpin 2K25 gives players an authentic tennis experience by providing deep personalisation, iconic venues, enhanced gameplay, and more, and we are very proud of the work we’ve done to bring this experience to tennis fans everywhere.”
TopSpin 2K25 features a series of innovations and hallmarks of the sport, including:
Win the career GRAND SLAM®: Create your own custom MyPLAYER, travel the world as an up-and-coming pro, go toe-to-toe with the biggest names in tennis, and step onto the court at Wimbledon, Roland-Garros, the US Open, and the Australian Open as you strive to become a Grand Slam® Champion in MyCAREER;
Compete at iconic venues: Visit some of the most vibrant courts on the Tour in TopSpin 2K25. 48 unique courts will be available to play or unlock from launch, including 15 real-life venues, from the four Grand Slam® tournaments to all nine ATP Masters 1000 venues. Outdoor venues also offer the option of three different times of day to play;
Tennis Legends & Rising Stars: Play as cover icons Roger Federer and Serena Williams or serve up smashing highlights as the new wave of cover athletes Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Świątek, and Frances Tiafoe. Step onto the court as legends like John McEnroe and Andre Agassi, or pit the greats of the past, such as Steffi Graf and Pete Sampras, against rising stars of today, like Coco Gauff, Paula Badosa, Daniil Medvedev and Matteo Berrettini. Choose from 25 playable pros, some with unique animations, attributes and playstyles, and unleash their explosive power and clever finesse against other players locally or online;
Personalise your MyPLAYER: Create a MyPLAYER tailored to your play style and define your look on the court! With a wide range of customisation options, you can fine-tune your attributes and earn new Coaches, Fittings, and gear from leading tennis and fashion brands including Nike, adidas, New Balance, Wilson, Yonex, Uniqlo, Asics, Original Penguin, Lululemon, Market, Hugo Boss, Lacoste, and more;
Dominate the court online: Test your custom MyPLAYER’s mettle and showcase your tennis prowess in Online Exhibition, challenge other MyPLAYERs on the World Tour, or step into the 2K Tour as a playable pro and challenge players around the world with cross-play support;
Train with John McEnroe: From power serves to gorgeous drop-shots, newcomers can learn how to play like a legend with John McEnroe at the TopSpin Academy, while experienced players can fine-tune their skills. Master advanced controls as you progress through a series of skill-sharpening drills and challenges to gain an edge on every surface;
2K Soundtrack: The soundtrack features 18 danceable tracks, including “Heartbreak Feels So Good” (Dillon Francis Remix) by Fall Out Boy, whose bassist and lyricist Pete Wentz, a tennis superfan, has partnered with TopSpin 2K as an official Off Court Ambassador. TopSpin 2K25 also features an original score composed by trance music pioneer BT;
Centre Court Pass: Centre Court Passes feature live, online Seasons that run from 8-10 weeks, with six Centre Court Passes planned for the first year. The Centre Court Pass for Season 1 will be available as TopSpin 2K25 launches and will be themed around Roland-Garros.
TopSpin 2K25 Editions
TopSpin 2K25 features four editions* of the game: Standard Edition, Standard Cross-Gen Edition, Deluxe Edition, and Grand Slam® Edition:
The Standard Edition is available for AUD $99.95 / NZD $109.95 on previous-gen platforms (PS4, Xbox One consoles) and PC and for AUD $119.95 / NZD $129.95 on current-gen consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X|S);
The Standard Cross-Gen Digital Edition is available for AUD $119.95 / NZD $129.95 on PlayStation and Xbox consoles. The Standard Cross-Gen Digital Edition includes the Standard Edition across previous and current-gen platforms within the same console family and the same PlayStation or Xbox account;
The Deluxe Edition is available for AUD $149.95 / NZD $159.95 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. The Deluxe Edition includes the Standard Edition (with dual-gen entitlement for console), Under the Lights Pack, plus New Wave Pack featuring Alternate Outfits for Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Świątek, and Francis Tiafoe, plus a collection of additional apparel, and the Rookie Rise Pack which features a MyPlayer Boost and 1700 VC;
The Grand Slam® Edition is available for AUD $179.95 / NZD $189.95 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC. In addition to the Standard Edition (with dual-gen entitlement for console) and all bonus content included in the Deluxe Edition, the Grand Slam® Edition includes the Grand Slam® Champions Pack, which features a special Championship Racket and Champion Serve, as well as the All Access Pass which includes six post-launch Premium Centre Court Pass Seasons, as well as eight bonus cosmetic items.
Developed by Hangar 13, TopSpin 2K25 is rated G. For more information on TopSpin 2K25, please visit https://topspin.2k.com/.
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Bandai Namco Europe announces today the first console and PC game of the Tensura series is in the works and set to release on 8th of August. The action RPG That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles will be coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC.
Watch the announcement trailer below:
In That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles, players will follow leader Rimuru Tempest, and companions as they build a nation, the Jura Tempest Federation, from the ground up and develop it. This 2D side scrolling RPG follows the original story such as the encounters with the Kijin and the battle against the Kingdom of Falmuth, making it a great way for newcomers to discover the universe, but also includes two additional exclusive stories supervised by the original author, Fuse. Players can also expect new characters designed by the original illustrator of the series to go along with these new stories, creating a fresh experience that longtime fans will be sure to enjoy!
Leaving town, players will discover the world of Tempest through exploration, where heated battles against foes and bosses await, with dynamic combos and techniques from the anime. They will also be able to take on sub-quests when back in town, helping their companions, strengthening their relationships and fighting skills at the same time.
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles is set to release on 8th of August 2024 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC.
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About Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S.
Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S. is a leading global publisher and developer of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.
Bandai Namco Europe is producing intellectual property for a global audience and is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, PARK BEYOND™, and the upcoming UNKNOWN 9™ Awakening – developed by the recently acquired Reflector Entertainment based in Montreal, QC.
Bandai Namco Europe serves as the Headquarters of Bandai Namco Holdings Inc. for mainland Europe, which is known for creating and publishing many of the Toy & Entertainment industry’s top franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TAMAGOTCHI™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, DARK SOULS™ and the recently released ELDEN RING™.
Microids Drops Bombshell with “The Smurfs – Dreams”! A platformer adventure for PC, Playstation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch
Paris, France – April 29, 2023 – Get ready to dive into the ultimate Smurf-tastic gaming experience! Microids is thrilled to announce “The Smurfs – Dreams” – developed by Ocellus Services for PS5, PS4, Xbox One, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch and PC. Prepare to embark on an epic 3D platformer adventure that will transport you beyond the Smurfs’ wildest imaginations!
Get a taste of this thrilling journey with the reveal trailer below:
Immerse Yourself in Smurfy Dreams!
Ever wondered what goes on in the mind of a sleeping Smurf? Now’s your chance to find out! Explore a universe where dreams and nightmares collide, all while helping our beloved Smurfs navigate through enchanting realms and face off against their arch-nemesis, Gargamel!
A Dream Come True for platformer fans!
Calling all gamers! Whether you’re a die-hard Smurf fan or a seasoned gamer looking for your next adventure, “The Smurfs – Dreams” has something for everyone! With solo or co-op gameplay options, mind-bending puzzles, and heart-pounding challenges, get ready for endless hours of fun and excitement!
Save the Smurf Village!
Gargamel has cast a wicked spell on the sarsaparilla bushes, sending the Smurfs into a deep slumber! It’s up to you to awaken them all before Gargamel’s evil plan succeeds! Can you save the day and restore peace to the Smurf Village?
The Smurfs Dreams Key Features
Solo or Co-op Gameplay: Team up with friends for a smurf-tastic gaming experience!
Dive into Unique Dreams: Explore diverse realms with their own set of challenges and surprises!
Embark on an Epic Adventure: Journey through 4 dreamy worlds with 12 levels and 16 mini-levels to conquer!
Customize Your Character: Collect magic orbs and boss tokens to unlock cool customization options and surprises!
Stunning Art Direction: Immerse yourself in a colorful and magical world that evolves as you progress!
Get ready to unleash your inner Smurf and embark on the adventure of a lifetime! “The Smurfs – Dreams” is scheduled for release in 2024 on Playstation (PS4, PS5), Xbox One, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC (STEAM, Microsoft Store, Epic Game Store, GOG)! Don’t miss out on the ultimate gaming experience that will leave you feeling smurf-tastic!
About Microids
Microids is a French video game publisher. Founded in 1985, Microids’ editorial strategy now focuses on 4 major areas: adventure games, racing games, retro gaming and games inspired by iconic titles. By collaborating with renowned studios and authors (Revolution Software, Sloclap, Oddworld Inhabitants, Pendulo Studios, Eden Studios, Go Nagai, Charles Cecil, Benoît Sokal, Paul Cuisset…), Microids has become a major player in international video games. Taking inspiration from legendary titles, Microids reaches a wide audience and creates original adventures which give gamers the chance to play as some of their most beloved characters.
About Ocellus Services
At Ocellus Services, we are passionate experts in the art and development of stylized video games. Collaborating with industry leaders, we also cultivate our own universes within Ocellus Games. Our team is capable of overseeing the entire creative process, from pre-production to post-production, adapting our skills to projects of any size, genre, or platform. The games, brands, and videos we have contributed to have amassed billions of downloads and views, showcasing our impact in our favorite industry, gaming!
About Peyo, IMPS (International Merchandising Promotions & Services)
IMPS (International Merchandising Promotions & Services) is the official licensing agent for the beloved little blue characters, “The Smurfs”, created by Peyo. Over the years, IMPS has worked closely with its agents to spread the Smurfs’ popularity worldwide and successfully develop and market publishing activities, audiovisual productions, licensed merchandise, retail promotions and collaborations, digital products and video games, family entertainment experiences, and a plethora of activities that have ensured the everlasting success of the Smurfs. IMPS is led by Véronique Culliford, the daughter of Pierre Culliford, the creator of the Smurfs, better known by his pseudonym Peyo. Véronique has been leading IMPS since 1984 and, along with LAFIG Belgium, holds the rights to the Smurf characters and licenses worldwide.
Minishoot’ Adventuresis a recently released title that triples as a shoot-em-up, Metroidvania, and bullet hell experience. Players control a mini spaceship on a quest to heal the world from corruption and defeat several enemies scattered across different environments. At first glance, the game doesn’t make too many outlandish promises or guarantee a unique experience. However, there are lots of surprises and unexpected components of Minishoot’ Adventures that elevate the game to another level. Could this title make waves and become a contender for one of the most acclaimed games of the year?
Story
Minishoot’ Adventures keeps its premise short and sweet – occasional onscreen text appears at critical moments to tee up a story. Otherwise, the focus is always on gameplay and exploration. Players are told that Corruption has made its way into the world, and the Unchosen is back. You play as a miniature spaceship and are tasked with finding other spaceships, dubbed ‘Shipling friends’, to regain power and restore balance to the world.
This was all the story players needed to understand and appreciate the game, and while it would’ve been nice to learn more lore about the world of Minishoot’ Adventures, it’s unnecessary to enjoy this game.
Gameplay
Minishoot’ Adventures combines numerous types of gameplay to craft its experience. The main component is a shoot-em-up combat experience with bullet hell environments and enemies. Players control a mini spaceship that acquires a gun at the beginning of the game to eradicate enemies of varying sizes and health amounts. You can upgrade your gun and other stats, such as movement speed, through a skill tree – you earn points every time you defeat enemies. This was all straightforward and familiar, and the game doesn’t get overly creative with its mechanics, which allows it to do what it does strongly.
Exploration is also a major part of Minishoot’ Adventures, and its map features multiple environments with differing enemies, interaction points, and mechanics. Progressing through to the end of the game requires fully moving around the map, which makes exploring both necessary and enjoyable.
Other mechanics and challenges exist in the game: one trial available has your spaceship participate in a race and requires you to win. While different players will likely enjoy certain aspects of the gameplay more than others, there’s certainly something for everyone. All these unique features still felt cohesive and well-thought-out.
Visuals
The game presents as a top-down 2D world, with bright colors and relatively simple objects and enemies. The atmosphere and visuals sometimes felt akin to Zelda, particularly when exploring the more fantastical regions of the map. The camera pans or zooms out when approaching a critical area to feature a more cinematic angle. This was always a fun surprise.
The colorful and bold environment absolutely enhanced the gameplay experience but didn’t distract from it.
Audio
The music in Minishoot’ Adventures is very typical for a video game of its type, in the best way possible. The soundtrack is wondrous, high-energy, and very reactive toward what occurs on the screen. As you transition from one map area to another, the music shifts seamlessly. The same goes for when you enter a boss battle or enemy encounter.
What I enjoyed most about the audio experience was all the different sound effects in the game, from the bullet noises to the menu buttons. Everything felt extremely satisfying, all the time. Leveling up felt amazing due to the immediate audio feedback you received in-game, and the same can be said for many other moments. This game certainly makes you feel rewarded for progression, and sound is one of the many ways it does so.
Overall
Playing Minishoot’ Adventures was a great time. The game understands what it wants to be and follows in the footsteps of many iconic preceding titles, which isn’t bad in this case. The game’s willingness to stay true to genres made it a solid and enjoyable time. After concluding my playthrough, I wished there was more and thought about playing again.
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When it comes to brawlers, no licensed franchise has likely seen more titles released for it than the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle games. Sure, there are entire game franchises that have existed only has brawlers but those are a separate thing entirely, TMNT is a popular property and the fact that it features four iconic turtles with signature weapons lends itself so well to the genre that it makes sense that so many have been made over the past three decades. In fact, two major beat ’em ups for the Turtles have arrived within the last couple of years, which begs the question as to why now would GameMill choose to tap into the 2017 arcade game simply titled Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles? Well, they have and brought a bit of new content into the game in their own version titled Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants. So now that it has arrived on consoles and PC, is this beat ‘em up another trip down memory lane with the Heroes in a Half-Shell?
Story
With Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants‘ origins as an arcade game, there really isn’t much of a storyline to go along with the game unfortunately as the developer didn’t even include the “attract” screen to introduce players to what is happening. That being said, it does take its stylization from the 2012 Nickelodeon television series including taking various villains and interactions, which mostly only consist of a few taunts the bosses, including new ones, throw the Turtles’ way during a fight, from the decade old cartoon. Since players can play through any of the five stages at any time, with the sixth stage unlocking only once players beat all five of the other stages, there isn’t much in the way of set-up.
Heck, other than defeating Shredder at the end and facing down various TMNT villains that even die-hard fans may not remember, there’s barely any interaction besides some unvoiced comic pages once the final boss is defeated. Unfortunately, besides unlocking the “Hard” difficulty option there is no bonus content to unlock in the game in any form, which is disappointing as even including some concept art, storyboards, or even an extra character in some way would encourage replays.
Gameplay
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants, being originally an arcade cabinet that only had a joystick, jump, attack, and special button,features the most simple beat ’em up formula around to the point that it doesn’t really involve much complexity. It does allow up to four characters to take on enemies at a time, with each character being able to play as one of the four turtles in local co-op at least. Each of the turtles has their own unique basic combo, a jump, jump attack, and dive kick as well as a special “turtle power” that works as a sort of screen-clearing ultimate attack that deals plenty of damage to bosses but even summons unspawned enemies in a fight into the stage so they take damage as well. These Turtle Powers, while all effectively the same in damage, are all different with Leondardo creating a whirling tornado with his katanas, Michelangelo throwing exploding pizza slices, Donatello blasting everything on screen with lightning, and Raphael just kind of punching the ground so hard it explodes.
It is worth noting that there is no dodge or block button of any kind, meaning players will need to jump to avoid potential damage, especially from bosses with their AoE attacks, and there are plenty of enemies that are ready to deal out damage. It is worth noting that while the game does offer two difficulties to start with, with Hard being unlocked upon completing Normal, the only apparent difference is how many lives players start a stage with. On Normal it is 2, Easy is 3, and Hard drops it down to 1 though since Continues seem to be infinite, it doesn’t really matter much.
As players fight through a stage they can pick up or hit various items in the field to deal damage to enemies as well as obtain power-ups. These power-ups range simply from being full boxes of pizza to restore health and Turtle Power meter boosts to more active tools such as shurikens that one-shot standard enemies and deal plenty of boss damage, an “ice cream kitty” that rages through the screen before running off, some type of potion that freezes enemies in place, and even a spinning shell attack. The most powerful of these happen to summon an ally in the form of either Leatherhead or Metalhead who will come in to wipe out the screen of enemies.
Across the five stages that players need to play through to unlock the sixth final stage two of these are original. With the Amusement Park and Dimension X adding in a few new stages even if the enemies that players fight here remain the same, outside of some new bosses of course. That being said, all bosses in the game, with the exception of the obvious final boss being Shredder, play almost the exact same way. This includes jumping their AoE attacks, picking up shuriken to throw at them, and dealing with random individual mobs that come in to try and get in a few cheap shots. This leads to some rather monotonous play even during some of the newer encounters since players will quickly find out that Wrath of the Mutants does little to actually change up the game throughout its literally hour long length.
Unfortunately, unless players want to really try out the unlockable Hard mode, no incentive beyond obtaining achievements has been included in the game for replayability. No unlockable characters, hidden content, or anything along those lines to try and expand upon this arcade port. Even the leaderboards are local only and oddly enough, don’t even let players put their own names in so even if they are competing with their friends on the couch, it doesn’t let them leave a mark of their own. Along those same lines, the complete lack of online co-op is once again a massive misstep for a beat ‘em up such as this. Considering each level is only around ten minutes long and the way continues are setup, it should have been easy to allow for drop-in online co-op but sadly that is not the case here.
Audio & Visuals
As mentioned before, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants takes its visual inspiration from the 2012 Nickelodeon series so players should already know a little bit about what to expect in this regard if they happened to watch the show. That being said, there is some nice variation between the designs of each of the game’s stages and the “Turtle Power” moves look nice whenever they are used even if it automatically summons all enemies available during that bout into the screen at once, even if they haven’t spawned yet, to dish out the damage. It is worth noting that most people will likely be fans of whichever version of TMNT they grew up with but for the most part the designs of most enemies have remained the same and that is at least partially true here except for the case of Bebop. While Rocksteady is still a hulking powerhouse wielding a flamethrower, Bebop looks like an anorexic patient in desperate need of intervention.
The voice work for the game is handled well with all of the voice actors reprising their roles from the original 2012 cartoon to handle their characters in the 2017 release and once again to record new voice lines for the additional stages that have been included in this version of the game. In fact, hearing Gilbert Gottfried appear, even for his short boss fight, was a wonderful treat for the late actor. The background music throughout the stages is fairly standard and the new Amusement Park stage really does stand out as exceptional even among the old stages’ presentation.
Overall
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Arcade: Wrath of the Mutants does take the original arcade game from 2017 and expands upon it with two brand new stages and a modified final stage that helps bring the game to a full blown hour long experience but its lack of complexity, oddly lacking online multiplayer, and general simplicity make it hard to recommend. Yes, it may take and bring back the voices and style of the long concluded 2012 take on the Turtles but this brawler is one that plays it far too safe and, for the price, will be found lacking by even the most die-hard fans.
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Fans can enjoy various discounts on popular games Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition and Fate/Samurai Remnant
Hertfordshire,26th April 2024 – To mark the start of Golden Week sales, KOEI TECMO Europe has unveiled a new trailer showcasing a selection of titles on discount until 6th May 2024, on PlayStation®, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox and PC Steam®. Among the titles available, fans can enjoy a 25% discount on Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition and up to 33% discount on Fate/Samurai Remnant.
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Originally released on 3rd March 2023, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty is now available in a Complete Edition which includes all Season Pass content, including new weapons, stages, demons, endgame content, content from the collaborations with Nioh 2 and more. Additionally, a demo* of Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition is available exclusively on PC. Players wishing to continue their journey into the dark fantasy world of Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Complete Edition will enjoy a 25% discount on Steam until 6th May.
Originally released on 29th September 2023 on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™, and PC Windows via Steam®, Fate/Samurai Remnant received its first DLC on 9th February and a second DLC on 18th April. Entitled “Record’s Fragment: Yagyu Sword Chronicles“, this DLC vol.2 introduces fresh story elements and an enigmatic new Rogue Servant, while a new mystery unfolds in the shadow of the Waxing Moon Ritual. Players who wish to take part in the Waxing Moon Ritual can enjoy a discount of up to 33% on the Standard and Deluxe versions of Fate/Samurai Remnant, as well as the Season Pass, until 6th May.
A Fate/Samurai Remnant DEMO* is also available on all platforms. Starting from the encounter between the protagonist, Miyamoto Iori, and his Servant, Saber, to their first battle against Rider and Lancer, this demo version includes thrilling action as the team explores the town of Asakusa.
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