Fight back from the bottom to take down corporations controlled by the mayor of Rockhaven in 3rd person open world simulation
Edinburgh, Scotland – April 23rd, 2024 – Reluctant partners, Firestoke and Usual Suspects, are excited to announce that a big ‘Chapter Two’ update for their indie-GTA-like, It’s Only Money, is dropping today. Somehow, a bunch of clowns that couldn’t even sort themselves somewhere to work, have created a ruthlessly satirical and eccentrically compelling 3rd person open world simulation for up to 4-players, currently garnering overwhelming positive reviews in Early Access on Steam.
In It’s Only Money, you take on the role of an Undercity resident, cast down by the newly elected evil mayor into the sewers and subways. Your goal is to venture to the surface to steal, fight, destroy and, ultimately, take down the corporations owned by the Mayor’s corrupt cohorts. Win back the city block by block as you buy houses, businesses, clothes, cars and whatever else your materialistic heart desires as you become the low-life living the high life.
With the Chapter Two update available today, It’s Only Money gets an overhauled system for vehicle handling and AI, adds purchasable garages, new cars, a personal valet and the ability to customise your rides. The update also makes this a better time than ever to take your first steps into Rockhaven thanks to a redesigned opening that introduces players to the game’s open world aspects more effectively. Then there is the introduction of the first ‘Side Hustle’, dubbed ‘ShipPost’, the debut of bikes and scooters, new properties and clothing to buy, expanded chest and quest rewards, along with other additions and improvements.
Make the city of Rockhaven your playground as you complete missions and activities, go shopping, pickpocket the rich, lockpick cars and steal their contents, or hotwire them and take a joyride. Get into fights with the local police department, or simply tour the city and enjoy the fine dining at a Mayor Mart. Whatever. Do it all with up to 3 other friends (or randoms). Steal together, fight together, complete missions together or just hang out in a club and gamble. If you’re feeling competitive, why not engage in various PvP minigames, such as Prop Hunt, where you disguise yourself as couches, fence posts, garbage cans or whatever you can find in the street. Think of it as hide and seek for your inner shapeshifter.
“Despite our best efforts the developer keeps adding new content to the game, so we don’t have much choice other than releasing it to keep them happy,” said Firestoke CEO, Paul Farley. “It does create a lot of extra work for us so hopefully we get a few new sales as a result. It seems this time they’ve fixed some shoddy design work and some bugs as well, so what’s not to like?”
“Some people from ‘Scotland’, which apparently is a country we’re not entirely convinced exists, agreed to publish our game and asked us for a quote for this,” said Aaron Alexander, Co-Founder of Usual Suspects. “They basically own us now, so I guess I have to do it. Please come and join us on the It’s Only Money Discord server – don’t worry, this is run by us…for now.”
About Usual Suspects
Usual Suspects was founded in 2020 by Aaron Alexander & Jayde Cohen. They had no ambition to run a real company, but very quickly found investment and other opportunities after they had quickly developed an open world prototype in Unreal Engine. Being mature and wise businessmen, they decided the best thing to spend their money on was hiring multiple friends full time to help flesh out the project into a real game. Against all conventional wisdom and sensible business practices, somehow It’s Only Money was successfully developed and released to the world. Despite an admittedly “rough” exterior, the developers at Usual Suspects have a combined 35 years of experience in the games industry, shipping titles from the indie level all the way up to AAA at various studios.
About Firestoke
Firestoke’s vision is to connect a growing global audience of players with the games they love. They are driven by creative inspiration, but informed by data, enabling them to bring players the best indie games from the brightest development talent. They love games that bring people together, that can be shared with friends and family and which spark joy!
Collectively, they have contributed to numerous global hits including some of the industry’s biggest and most loved brands. Their extensive experience in video game development, technology and publishing enables them to offer collaborative partnerships that make a difference.
Check out Storm in a Teacup’s new stealth action-adventure with brand new deep dive content video
Limassol, Cyprus—23rd March 2024. Publisher ESDigital Games and developer Storm in a Teacup have today revealed a deep dive walkthrough video for the exciting and highly anticipated stealth action-adventure game Steel Seed.
Coming to PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in late 2024, Steel Seed will take you on a journey through a dark sci-fi world where humanity is on the brink of extinction due to seemingly irreparable climate change, and where a hostile, underground facility may hold the secret to mankind’s survival. Join protagonist Zoe and her flying drone companion, KOBY, as they are sent to investigate the depths of the facility to unlock the secrets hidden deep within and survive the AI threats positioned there to guard them.
Steel Seed has recently been participating in various events as part of the London Games Festival, as part of the London Games Festival Official Selection in the International Innovators category. As part of this exciting opportunity, developer Storm in a Teacup has created an in-depth new video walking fans through the mysterious and dangerous facility and introducing some of the exciting mechanics, including using stealth, modular upgrades, exploration and hidden areas, combat and taking remote control of KOBY and its special abilities.
Watch the new Steel Seed Developer Walkthrough videohere
Steel Seed will also participate in WASD Live this week as part of the Games London area in the T2 Zone, booths T2.2-T2.3. Fans attending can be among the first to get hands-on with this thrilling new title and join Zoe and KOBY on their perilous journey.
Steel Seed features:
Immersive, dark sci-fi world – intriguing main character evolution paired with a compelling and deep narrative experience revised and edited by BAFTA-winning writer Martin Korda.
Stealth: the art of fighting, without fighting – Use stealth-based techniques to explore the facility’s hostile environment undetected by robotic entities and guards. Some confrontations can be avoided through efficient movement.
Dynamic gameplay – When exploring the environment, use Zoe’s powerful arsenal of tools and weapons to hone your own gameplay style. Discover new gadgets on your journey and unlock new skills for KOBY.
Intense combat – Test your reflexes and multitasking abilities in Steel Seed’s challenging fast-paced combat action. Dodge enemy attacks and deliver punishing blows to clear the path. Call on KOBY’s special gadgets and actions to cover you in combat and neutralise threats.
Unique levels, unique challenges – Every level inside the facility is unique and offers many challenges for Zoe and KOBY to overcome.
Mobility – Use Zoe’s parkour skills to traverse the underground facility and gain a tactical advantage. From the artificial, robot-controlled depths to the open natural environment, danger lurks around every corner.
A powerful guide – Take control of KOBY by entering Flight Mode. Scan the area to discover secret areas, detect enemy positions, and find new upgrades for Zoe. Or maybe… use him as bait.
KOBY, a drone for life – The master key of Steel Seed and Zoe’s guide on her lonely and dangerous journey inside the underground facility. By working together, they create a formidable duo and bring something new to every fight.
Steel Seed is developed by Storm in a Teacup, and will be published by ESDigital Games on PC via Steam and EGS, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in late 2024.
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About ESDigital Games
ESDigital Games is a global video games publishing company specializing in premium indie and mid-core games for both PC as well as consoles. ESDigital Games portfolio includes the 80s-themed point-and-click adventure Unusual Findings, the tactical card combat game Deck of Ashes, the Early Access release of roguelike action RPG Scholar of the Arcane Arts and the release of the action beat ‘em up 9 Monkeys of Shaolin. Their upcoming releases include twin-stick shooter REMEDIUM, RTS tower defense and match-3 mechanics title Cats on Duty, 3D action RPG game Awaken – Astral Blade, complex alchemy RPG Battlejuice Alchemist, and the story-driven sci-fi adventure Sky of Tides as well as new unannounced titles in development.
About STORM IN A TEACUP
Storm in a Teacup was created by industry veteran Carlo Ivo Alimo Bianchi in 2013, with the aim of developing only the finest experiences in the video game industry. With a unique art style and a skilled international team, STC has published four titles in 6 years for Xbox One, PS4, SWITCH, PC and PC VR.
We want to tell you amazing stories, create deep experiences and develop video games that spread the best of “Made in Italy” across the world.
Due to popular demand, Arnott’s Shapes is taking your next gaming snack to a whole new level
Tuesday 23 April: Attention player one and player two, today, Arnott’s Shapes has announced the launch of Xbox Controller Barbecue Shapes, available exclusively in Coles supermarkets nationwide later this week, until sold out.
Following the overwhelming response from Xbox and Shapes fans when the product was teased in 2023 with a very limited batch, the iconic Xbox controller shape is now officially available, in Barbecue, Australia’s favourite Shapes flavour. Whether this lip-smacking snack is your chosen player two, or one to enjoy with mates, it’s the must-have addition to any gaming set-up.
Krishma Sood, Shapes Marketing Manager at Arnott’s, says: “After seeing the response to our very limited-edition batch last year, we knew we had to make Xbox Controller Barbecue Shapes available for every Aussie. Merging the iconic shape of an Xbox controller with the iconic flavour of Barbecue Shapes was the perfect way to build our partnership, creating a more immersive experience for our fans every time they game and snack.”
Get in quick to get your hands on this epic creation and elevate your next gaming session. Xbox Controller Barbecue Shapes is the latest instalment from the teams at Shapes and Xbox, available at Coles nationwide later this week with an RRP of $4.00; for a limited time only.
About Arnott’s:
Arnott’s has been connecting Australians through the sharing of a biscuit for over 150 years and believe there is No Substitute for Quality. Arnott’s proudly employs over 2000 Australians, and more than 99 percent of its products sold in Australia are manufactured locally using many Australian ingredients. Arnott’s supports farmers and local businesses, spending $500 million each year on Australian raw ingredients, packaging and other services. Arnott’s believes Australia’s future is in our families. Each year, the Arnott’s Foundation makes significant, positive contributions to families and organisations in the community such as Camp Quality, Foodbank and Aussie Helpers.
Upcoming cosy The Lord of the Rings game set in the Middle-earth universe inspired by the books of J.R.R. Tolkien arrives later this year
April 23, 2024 – Private Division, a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO), and Wētā Workshop, known for their work on the world of Middle-earth for The Lord of the Rings film trilogy, today revealed Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game, a cosy Hobbit life sim set in the Middle-earth universe of J.R.R. Tolkien. Developed by Wētā Workshop Game Studio, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Wētā Workshop, Tales of the Shire will launch in the second half of 2024 on the Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
Watch the announcement trailer below:
In Tales of the Shire, experience the storybook return to Middle-earth’s most inviting region by living life as a Hobbit in the idyllic town of Bywater. Unwind in the breathtaking pastures, visit the townsfolks’ local shops, or even enjoy second breakfast. Help bring the community together and achieve official village status by throwing the greatest Bywater Festival the Shire has ever seen!
“We’re excited to provide players with the opportunity to fulfil their fantasy of living their own humble Hobbit life in the Shire,” said Kelly Tyson, Head of Product at Wētā Workshop. “Tales of the Shire brings a cosy new dimension to the way fans can experience Middle-earth, with plenty of wholesome, Hobbit-centric gameplay to win-over newcomers to the genre.”
Create and personalise a Hobbit with an array of customisations to experience the world of J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved Middle-earth universe your own way. Settle in and decorate a cosy Hobbit home, choosing from an array of furniture and home décor to create your unique, humble abode. Then head outdoors to Bywater for plenty of cooking, fishing, foraging, gardening, and more relaxing activities in the Shire. Toss your lure to catch trout from the glistening waters of Bywater Pool, gather wild mushrooms, and then use the collected ingredients to bake a succulent pie to serve for luncheon. With a full belly, stroll back outside to explore the Shire and build relationships with the Bywater locals by helping them to build a garden, sharing one of the many daily Hobbit meals, and more.
“The team at Wētā Workshop is creating a brilliant representation of J.R.R. Tolkien’s beloved works that gives players the agency to create their own Hobbit experience in Middle-earth,” said Michael Worosz, Chief Strategy Officer, Take-Two Interactive, and Head of Private Division. “Players have been clamouring for a warm and inviting The Lord of the Rings game for years now, and it’s exactly what we’re delivering with Tales of the Shire.”
Middle-earth Enterprises have licensed the literary works of The Lord of the Rings series, providing Wētā Workshop Game Studio with the broadest creative license to interpret the underlying lore of the books.
Tales of the Shire: A The Lord of the Rings Game is coming later this year to the Nintendo Switch system, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Tales of the Shire is not yet rated by the ESRB.
Private Division is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
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About Middle-earth Enterprises
Middle-earth created by J.R.R. Tolkien is the definitive, deepest, richest and most beloved fantasy world of our time. As its stewards and custodians, our goal is to consistently deliver a wealth of great content in both new, and known formats; to ensure Middle-earth’s rightful place as the world’s leading fantasy IP and brand, forever. Inspired by our deep appreciation for the fictional world created by Professor Tolkien, we are dedicated to working with those providing highest quality products in accordance with best green business and sustainability practices, including fair trade, equality in the workplace, and a commitment to protect our earth, its wondrous beauty and the viability of every living creature. Middle-earth Enterprises was acquired by the Embracer Group in 2022, and has been producing and licensing films, merchandise, electronic games, services, and live stage productions based upon The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit books, for more than four decades. Visit our website at www.middleearth.com.
About Wētā Workshop
Wētā Workshop brings imaginary worlds to life by delivering concept design, physical effects, collectibles, immersive visitor experiences and games to the world’s entertainment and creative industries.
Established by Richard Taylor and Tania Rodger in 1987, we are best known for our screen work on The Lord of the Rings trilogy, Avatar, and Dune, our immersive visitor experiences, Gallipoli: The Scale of our War, Expo 2020 Dubai’s Mobility Pavilion and Wētā Workshop Unleashed. Based in Wellington, New Zealand, Wētā Workshop’s ground-breaking work has earned us multiple international awards. Wētā Workshop Game Studio was established in 2014 and is led by an experienced team of creative game developers and film veterans who bring Wētā Workshop’s signature storytelling, technical innovation and artistry to our games studio.
Private Division is a developer-focused publisher that partners with the finest creative talent in the video game industry, empowering studios to develop the games that they are passionate about creating, while providing the support that they need to make their titles critically and commercially successful on a global scale. The Label publishes the Kerbal Space Program franchise, No Rest for the Wicked from Moon Studios, Tales of the Shire from Wētā Workshop, The Outer Worlds from Obsidian Entertainment, Ancestors: The Humankind Odyssey from Panache Digital Games, OlliOlli World and Rollerdrome from Roll7, Penny’s Big Breakaway from Evening Star, and more. Private Division has future unannounced projects in development with Bloober Team, Game Freak, and other esteemed independent developers. The Label publishes the physical retail edition of Hades from Supergiant Games on PlayStation®, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. Private Division continues to build its internal studio capacity, with Roll7 and Intercept Games as internal developers for the Label. Private Division is headquartered in New York City with offices in Seattle and Munich. For more information, please visit www.privatedivision.com.
About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. We develop and publish products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, Private Division, and Zynga. Our products are designed for console gaming systems, PC, and mobile, including smartphones and tablets. We deliver our products through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com.
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Players can explore an iconic, gore-drenched Los Angeles – flooded with a zombie infection – while meeting larger-than-life characters and slaying countless foes in exquisitely bloody detail.
As well as the full game on steam, users will be able to purchase all the currently released DLC’s – Haus and SoLA – as well as weapon packs, additional character cosmetics and the expansion pass.
A deadly virus is spreading across Los Angeles, turning its inhabitants into ravenous zombies. The city is in quarantine and the military have retreated. Bitten, infected, but more than just immune, you learn to harness the zombie inside of you. Only you, and the handful of other swaggering assholes who happen to be resistant to the pathogen, hold the future of Los Angeles (and humanity), in the balance.
As you uncover the truth behind the outbreak you’ll discover the truth of who – or what – you are. Survive, evolve, save the world – just another day in LA!
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ABOUT DEEP SILVER
Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance. For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com
ABOUT DAMBUSTER STUDIOS
Dambuster Studios is a AAA game developer of almost 200 designers, artists, animators and software engineers with a heritage spanning 25 years. For more information please visit www.DSDambuster.com
About PLAION
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Founded three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences.
DALLAS – April 22nd, 2024 – Wizordum, the retro first-person spellcaster developed by Emberheart Games and published by Apogee Entertainment, wages war against wickedness with the upcoming release of Episode Two on PC via Steam and GOG this Summer. Tune into the OTK Expo, Tuesday, June 4, 2024 for a special Wizordum announcement during the showcase. In the meantime, get a sneak peek at Episode 2’s spell-slinging arsenal here.
After cleansing corruption from the town of Grimbrook, the hunt for the source of Chaos leads one of the last mages of Wizordum on a journey to all-new locales. Episode Two enhances the spell-slinging with a new weapon, added alternate attacks, and a refined magic system where defeating enemies replenishes spellcasting abilities.
Harness the godlike power of the new Storm Gauntlets, which can shatter enemies in an instant with powerful lighting bolts. Unleash new secondary attacks for existing weapons: incinerate multiple monsters at close range with the Fire Ring’s added flame-breathing ability, or fire off a manually-timed explosion with the Spellstriker’s Arcane Rock.
Blast, bash, and burn a path through both existing and brand-new biomes in the newly-added Campaign Mode featuring spider-filled magical forests, swamp ruins teeming with bog beasts, and mercenary-filled warships. Brave the ill-fated Mountain Fortress filled with deadly traps, where one wrong step can trigger a slew of bone-crushing boulders, moving walls, and flaming projectiles.
Search for coin-filled coffers throughout every puzzle-filled quest, and exchange valuable loot for spell upgrades, alternate attacks, and much more by visiting the newly-added sorcerer’s shop after each level.
Race against the clock in speedrun-friendly levels with multiple difficulty options, or build new experiences to share with fellow wizards across the globe with an in-game level editor available on both Steam and GOG. Wage enchanted warfare to a hi-fi orchestral composition called “Symphonic Suite from Wizordum”, available on Apogee’s YouTube channel as well as all music streaming platforms.
“The Wizordum community has provided so much helpful feedback so far, and we’re proud to have brought many community-requested features to reality,” said Primož Vovk, developer at Emberheart Games. “We have even more content planned for 1.0, and cannot wait to share more in the near future.”
Wizordum is available on Steam for $14.99. For more information on the enchanted world of Wizordum, check out their Twitter and Discord. For more on Apogee Entertainment, please visit the Apogee website and follow @Apogee_Ent on Twitter.
About Emberheart Games
The lead developer on Wizordum is Primoz Vovk of Emberheart Games, whose previous work includes recent remasters of past Apogee hits from the 90’s, like Crystal Caves, Secret Agent, and Monster Bash. Wizordum is an all-new IP and collaboration between Apogee and Emberheart on an IP owned by Emberheart Games.
About Apogee Entertainment
Apogee Software’s legendary journey began in 1987, when Scott Miller decided to split his new game, Kingdom of Kroz, into three episodes, with the first episode available as free shareware. The “Apogee model” of distribution would revolutionize PC gaming and catapult Apogee Software to global renown. As a publisher, Apogee (and its later incarnation, 3D Realms) would introduce the world to id Software, Remedy Entertainment, Parallax Software, and other video game superstars in the making. As a developer, Apogee would innovate and inspire in equal measure, creating treasured characters and franchises like Duke Nukem, Shadow Warrior, and Prey en route to earning over a billion dollars in commercial revenue.
The new Apogee Entertainment, with founder Scott Miller at the helm, will empower today’s incredibly talented indie developers, paving the way for their global success with innovative ideas, cutting-edge marketing, and the same fearlessness that changed the industry.
After losing everything in the Great Tianqi Explosion, Liang is reduced to a husk of his former self and resorts to a life of crime. Killing for profit became a lucrative means of income as Liang wanders through the rebellion-stricken country. One day an unsavory merchant commissions him to escort four young girls to a wealthy lord. Liang slowly learns the lord is a swine demon that eats young girls, and must challenge his wavering morals on this epic journey of redemption.
Abducted from various walks of life, each girl has her own traits and personality requiring particular care and attention. Foster trust and bond with the young girls in an era of war and turmoil. Carefully make decisions, as each choice leads to distinct branches and consequences. Collect all of the different endings and discover the true finale of the story.
Traverse through the Ming Dynasty in hand-drawn illustrations combining traditional Chinese and modern animation styles. Become immersed in a chaotic adventure voiced by industry veterans Hanser and Hua Ling (Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail), among others. Over 260,000 words of text and nine different endings await.
“The Hungry Lamb keeps a similar tone to our first title The Peach Blossom Spring and plays to its strengths, with improved pacing and writing style,” said Ji Ling, Producer for Zerocreation Games. “We look forward to seeing players from all regions enjoy this dark-tone story and experience an unforgettable journey.”
The Hungry Lamb: Traveling in the Late Ming Dynasty is now available on PC via Steam for $9.99 USD. It supports Chinese, English, and Japanese text with Chinese voice acting, and will be accompanied by a Japanese dub in a future update. To learn more, follow 2P Games on Twitter and Discord.
About 2P Games
2P Games was founded in China by a small team of experts from the Asian games industry with a decade of professional experience. They are behind the release of successful indie gems like Immortal Life, Return from Core, and Time Walker: Dark World.
About Zerocreation Games
Zerocreation Games is a game developer based in Shanghai, China. The producer has previously released the critically-acclaimed title “The Peach Blossom Spring”, and aims to bring storytelling to the next level in “The Hungry Lamb”.
Today’s surprise announcement brings Zuko to the Brawl along with a new character breakdown!
MINNEAPOLIS – April 22, 2024 – Heir to the Fire Nation’s throne, Prince Zuko, joins the battle in Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2’s newest DLC, available on April 24! Take control of your destiny with this all-new fiery fighter, utilizing a diverse moveset of quick attacks, powerful combos, and the devastating strength of the Dancing Dragon.
Unleash the might of the Fire Nation! Prince Zuko excels with fast, flaming attacks, which can easily become powerful combo tools. Pull out Zuko’s swords to slash the competition, then throw them across the stage to extend your combos. Master the slow but devastating Dancing Dragon Punch to deal massive damage and send your enemies flying – just watch out not to leave yourself open for a counterattack!
Zuko is available for owners of the Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 Season Pass, which features four DLC Brawlers (including Mr. Krabs, who was added earlier this year), plus the exclusive SpongeBob Quickster costume, all for $24.99. Players can also gain access to Zuko and three additional character costumes individually for $6.99. More details on future DLC Brawlers Rocksteady and Iroh will be available at a later date.
About Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 lets you duke it out with an expansive roster of over two dozen fighters, including all-new characters like Squidward Tentacles, Jimmy Neutron, the Angry Beavers, Azula, and more! Choose your favorite Brawlers, customize them with iconic outfits, master their unique move sets, and use powerful Supers to land the finishing blow. Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 features a single-player roguelike campaign, voice acting for all playable characters, and full crossplay across all platforms.
Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2 is available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. It is developed by Fair Play Labs and Ludosity and published by GameMill Entertainment. For more information, visit nickelodeonallstarbrawl.com, and follow the game on Twitter.
About Paramount Consumer Products
Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by a diverse slate of consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products’ portfolio is based on content from platforms including Paramount+, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), cable networks (including MTV, Nickelodeon and Showtime), and Paramount Pictures. Additionally, the division operates Paramount Game Studios. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world’s most beloved, iconic franchises. To view our range of consumer products and Paramount branded apparel, visit ParamountShop.com.
About GameMill Entertainment
GameMill Entertainment, located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a third-party publisher of console and mobile games for passionate fans around the world. Development platforms include PC, Nintendo Switch, Microsoft consoles including the Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, Sony consoles including the PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®4, and mobile devices. With development across the globe, GameMill is a source of entertaining and fun games for all ages. For more information, visit https://gamemill.com, as well as Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter.
STARLIGHT GAMES – A new Liverpool based studio bringing innovative experiences and empowering young talent in Unreal Engine 5
House of Golf 2 coming to PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S Summer 2024.Exciting new futuristic sports game and strategy sci-fi rogue-lite action experience and UEFN titles are also in development.
STARLIGHT GAMES, a new and pioneering video game studio based in Liverpool, UK lead by Gary Nichols and well-known industry experienced developers, has been set up to develop new IP that focuses on innovative gameplay experiences that are visually stunning. The studio also seeks to discover young new talent and give them hands on experience in the videogame industry.
STARLIGHT GAMES has a senior management team of industry professionals, including the co-creator of WipEout, Nick Burcombe, Design Director and Producer, Andy Santos, who co-created Skate, directed a global #1 game in the Resident Evil franchise, and more recently, Horizon: Call of the Mountain and Production Director Ben Cronin who was a founding team member of Gamesys, the company behind Jackpotjoy, the UK’s biggest online bingo provider.
The company has a mission to create the best experiences using the power of Unreal Engine 5 with a focus on nurturing young talent from the local community with the aim to fuel the next generation of game developers and innovate in gameplay mechanics.
“Our vision is to foster a creative ecosystem where talent can flourish and dreams can be turned into reality,” said Gary Nichols, Founder of Starlight Games. “We want to provide the platform and resources for young talent to thrive and leave a lasting impact on the industry.”
With the creation of the new studio, STARLIGHT GAMES also is pleased to announce HOUSE OF GOLF 2 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S releasing in Summer 2024. Two additional games are also in development – an exciting futuristic sports title, which is being directed by WipEout creator Nick Burcombe and more details will be revealed in the coming months.
The studio is also working on a strategy sci-fi rogue-lite action experience that will also be revealed soon. Also, in development are several Unreal Engine Fortnite experiences lead by the team’s young new talent the first of which is Jungle Jam and will launch at the end of April 2024.
HOUSE OF GOLF 2 is a sequel to the successful HOUSE OF GOLF released on the Nintendo Switch in 2019. The new game is developed with Unreal 5, and it takes the fun approach of mini-golf and brings it into the home with over 100 incredible courses, gorgeous visuals, weekly tournaments, and many crazy ways to play. With many of its unique and tricky challenges designed by one of the company’s young and passionate game designers who joined the studio after graduating from a local university. The game also features couch-based 4-player multiplayer and is coming in the summer.
About STARLIGHT GAMES:
Starlight Games is a Liverpool based games studio that has three titles in development with one release in 2024 – House of Golf 2 and further games in production. The company has a deep understanding and focus on Unreal Engine 5 and is backed up by design directors Nick Burcombe who created the WipEout franchise, Andy Santos co-creator of Skate and game director on both Resident Evil & Horizon franchises and Ben Cronin as Project Director.
About GARY NICHOLS:
Founder of Starlight Games. Gary began his career at the iconic Psygnosis and has for the last 20 years run a boutique work for hire studio. His passion for video games and bringing young people into the industry comes from his own experience of struggling to get his first games job.
Discover what really happened to the wounded dragon in the epic conclusion to the Fort Forinthry storyline
Watch the Dev Diary: Requiem for a Dragon here:
Monday 22 April 2024, Cambridge, UK. Uncover the chilling secrets of Ungael and embark on a quest to track down Vorkath in RuneScape’s latest quest ‘Requiem for a Dragon’, available to RuneScape members today.
Marking the epic conclusion to the Fort Forinthry storyline and the start of a new chapter of lore in RuneScape, Requiem for a Dragon promises adventure, unique rewards, and a new area to explore.
Pursue the trail of the wounded dragon, Vorkath, and journey deep into a new area on the island of Ungael. Armed with your wits and your courage, brave the bitter cold to uncover the hidden secrets of Ungael, but beware… as some not-so-friendly Zamorakian faces may have other plans for your arrival.
Hidden amongst the frozen cliffs of Ungael, players will find a brand-new necromancy ritual site, with unique rewards available to the bravest adventurers. Equip Zorgoth’s Ring, a new necromancy combat ring, to deliver powerful damage to your enemies, and complete Rituals at the Ungael Ritual Site to grow its power even further. Receive the title of ‘Soulfarer’ and gain access to the new Ungael Teleport Spell as you journey deeper into the island of Ungael.
Requiem for a Dragon Features:
The start of a new chapter in RuneScape, bringing an end to the Fort Forinthry storyline and filled with mysteries, adventure, and a cast of characters who may help or hinder players.
A thrilling new quest on the pursuit of injured dragon Vorkath, taking players on an adventure into the bitter cold lands of Ungael, where familiar faces await.
A new Necromancy ritual site, opening up a realm of new possibilities with more cost-efficient materials, longer disturbances, and on-site chest and ritual storage.
Unique rewards to collect and earn in a chilling new land. Collect bonuses, level up XP, and access new spells and titles across the world of Ungael.
RuneScape ‘Requiem for a Dragon’ is available to RuneScape members who have completed the ‘Vorkath: Battle of Forinthry’, ‘Tomes of the Warlock’, and the ‘Kili Row’ quests.
RuneScape is available now on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android, complete with cross-platform progression and play on PC and mobile.
About RuneScape
Celebrating more than twenty years of adventures and acclaimed by PC Gamer as “one of the most endearing and unique MMOs available”, RuneScape is an ever-expanding, community-driven game that’s bursting with activity and life. Today RuneScape is one of the world’s longest-running online games, with over 300 million player accounts.
Set in a medieval fantasy land, players embark on epic journeys through a vast sandbox world that’s full of gods, warring races, unexplored dungeons, and glittering riches. Propelled by the game’s narrative, choose your own path through enthralling quests, and progress through 28 diverse skills to shape a single character in a classless world. RuneScape is available across PC, iOS and Android devices.
About Jagex
A leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower our communities across PC, mobile and consoles. Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 300 million player accounts to its world and is a $1billion + lifetime revenue franchise. Today the RuneScape franchise exists beyond live operations; our titles are forever games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds. Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly active worlds and our community-focussed development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped.
In 2022, Jagex expanded with the acquisitions of PipeWorks and Gamepires, bringing its expertise in building forever games to SCUM, a multi-million selling open-world survival title in Steam Early Access & other unannounced titles. Jagex employs more than 600 people globally, and is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom.
