Sydney, Australia (April 19, 2024) – Hot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged loads up new content from the Fast & Furious Saga in collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences with the Fast & Furious Expansion Pack, which includes four new turbo-charged vehicles and a themed environment available now.

Watch the Fast & Furious Expansion Pack trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fX1qe1o6QNY

Holding a special place in the hearts of fans worldwide, the iconic 1970 Dodge Charger R/T is now available to race with in the game. Its muscular frame and powerful stance will make it instantly recognisable on the track, striking fear into all opponents. Fast & Furious is the essence of adrenaline-filled action, and the Charger isn’t the only adrenalised vehicle. Just like Brian O’Conner earned Dom Toretto’s respect, his Nissan Skyline GT-R R34 willquicklyconquerplayers in the game with its all-wheel drive and massive twin turbos. Nevertheless, the most nostalgic fans of the Saga will be eager to drive the ‘95 Mitsubishi Eclipse in the game, the compact sports car that marked O’Conner’s entry into the underground racing scene. Moreover, the W Motors Lykan HyperSport will add a touch of flair to the pack with its futuristic, luxury designs.

The Fast & Furious Expansion Pack also includes Dom’s Garage, a mixed environment featuring the garage itself and Dom’s backyard where players will experience the atmosphere inspired by one of cinema’s most popular global franchises.

“We’re injecting a high-powered boost of nitrous into our collaboration with Universal Products & Experiences by steering more of the Fast & Furious franchise’s legendary cars into Hot Wheels Unleashed 2 – Turbocharged,” said Mike DeLaet, Global Head of Digital Gaming at Mattel. “This high-octane expansion is the perfect blend of speed and style, embodying the iconic essence of both iconic brands for fans to enjoy.”

The Fast & Furious Expansion Pack is included in both the Hot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged Legendary Edition and the Season Pass Vol. 2, and can also be purchased separately.

Hot Wheels Unleashed™ 2 – Turbocharged is now available for purchase on all major gaming consoles and PC, and is now playable through an Xbox Game Pass subscription for Xbox console, PC, and Xbox Cloud Gaming.

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About Milestone

Founded in Milan in 1996, Milestone S.r.l. is one of the leading and longest-established racing game developers in the world.  The 290+ people team is responsible for hit series like MotoGP™, MXGP, and Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame, as well as RIDE and Gravel, Milestone’s own IPs. For more information, please visit www.milestone.it.

HOT WHEELS UNLEASHED™ 2 – Turbocharged © 2024. Published and Developed by Milestone S.r.l. All rights reserved. HOT WHEELS™ and associated trademarks and trade dress are owned by, and used under license from, Mattel. ©2024 Mattel. All manufacturers, accessory suppliers, names, tracks, sponsors, brands and associated imagery featured in this game are trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners.

About Mattel

Mattel is a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox ® , Monster High®, MEGA® and Polly Pocket®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies.

About Universal Products & Experiences 

Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) globally drives the expansion and elevation of NBCUniversal’s iconic collection of brands, intellectual properties, characters, and stories based on the company’s extensive portfolio of properties created by Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation and NBCUniversal Television and Streaming. The division executes this through innovative physical and digital products, as well as engaging retail and product experiences across our expansive global theme park destinations (for both owned and third-party IP), location-based venues, e-commerce product platforms, and retailers around the world. Along with global brand strategy and creative, UP&E’s lines of business include Consumer Products and Games, along with Theme Parks Products & Retail. UP&E is a division of Universal Destinations & Experiences, part of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. More information is available at universalproductsexperiences.com.

About THE FAST SAGA 

Over the course of eleven films that have stoked passion in an ever-expanding audience and have earned more than $7 billion at the worldwide box office, Universal Pictures’ record-smashing, homegrown Fast & Furious Saga has become the studio’s most-profitable and longest-running franchise. Across social media platforms, the fan following for the movies and cast has grown into the biggest of any active franchise. On the heels of 2017’s The Fate of the Furious, which debuted in theaters as the biggest global opening of all time, the blockbuster franchise has expanded to a multitude of offerings – from toys and video games to an animated series and the successfully launched spin-off franchise, Hobbs & Shaw. The tenth and most recent chapter in the Fast & Furious Saga, Fast X, raced into theaters May 2023.                 

Celebrate 4/20 With Double Bonuses on Short Trips and Biker Business Sales – Get 2X GTA$ for Supplying Street Dealers, Double Rewards on Lamar Contact Missions, and More

A cloud of pungent smoke hangs over Southern San Andreas. Keep the locals lifted by supplying Street Dealers, offloading high-grade product to buyers in Biker Sell Missions, and helping Lamar Davis set up LD Organics in Short Trips — all for Double Rewards through April 24. Plus, keep it green by accessorizing with 4/20-themed freebies, and more.

Get 2X GTA$ and RP on Short Trips

Embark on a surreal experience helping Lamar and Franklin lay down the groundwork for LD Organics, Lamar’s above-board weed business in Short Trips. Jump straight into the action by bringing up your iFruit and navigating to Quick Join > Contact Missions > Short Trip. For taking part, you’ll earn 2X GTA$ and RP through April 24.

Biker Bonuses

While some of the product in circulation is legal, there’s also lots to move on the black market. Offload the harder stuff onto awaiting buyers in Biker Sell Missions to receive double the usual GTA$ and RP.

Street cred isn’t easily earned, but Motorcycle Club Work will dish out Double Rewards to those willing to take part in MC Clubhouse Work, Challenges,and Contracts throughout the week. These benefits stack for GTA+ Members, resulting in 4X GTA$ and RP. Fetching beer and spirits to refill the shelves in Bar Resupply will also score you Double Rewards through April 24.

Biker Clubhouses and Businesses are all 30% off, as are their Upgrades and Modifications — if ever there was a time to join a gang of degenerate leather-clad hustlers, it’s now.

Supply Street Dealers to Get 2X GTA$

The price of flower is spiking in tandem with binge-watching trends and marathon gaming sessions citywide. Become the plug by locating and supplying local Street Dealers with Weed grown under the lights of your MC Club’s Weed Farm to earn 2X GTA$.

Engage In Criminal Activities to Earn Black and White High Brass Tees

Successfully completing a single Biker Business Sell Mission (including Weed sales) will grant you the White High Brass Tee. Meanwhile, completing any Short Trip gets you the Black High Brass Tee.

Earn GTA$100K in Biker Business Sales for the Black 4/20 Cap

Flood the black market by selling over GTA$100,000 worth of product in Biker Business Sales to complete the Weekly Challenge and you’ll be rewarded with an extra GTA$100,000 and the 4/20 Cap.

Stuff Your Face with Free Snacks

Satisfy your munchies with P’s and Q’s, Sprunk, and other Snacks, all automatically replenished upon logging in to play this week. 

Get the Green 4/20 Dress 

Play GTA Online anytime this week to get the Green 4/20 Dress.

Get the Coil Earth Day Tee
Play GTA Online anytime this week to receive the Coil Earth Day Tee and proclaim your eco-friendly bona fides louder than ever.

Bonuses on Lamar Contact Missions

While his entrepreneurial ambitions are sky-high, LD earned his reputation as one of Los Santos’ pre-eminent stick-up artists. Pick up your iFruit or visit Lamar to take on Lamar Contact Missions — including Lowriders — and pull down 2X GTA$ and 4X RP through April 24.

Premium Deluxe Motorsport Showroom

In honor of Earth Day, Simeon Yetarian’s rounded up some of his favorite electric vehicles in the Premium Deluxe Motorsport showroom to help offset your car collection’s carbon footprint:

• Överflöd Imorgon (Sports)
• Coil Raiden (Sports, 40% off)
• Coil Voltic (Super)
• Penaud La Coureuse (Sports, 30% off)
• Obey Omnis e-GT (Sports, 40% off)

Luxury Autos Showroom and More…

Get a glimpse of the fast life: pull up to the curb of the Luxury Autos showroom window and gawk at the Declasse Impaler LX (Muscle) and Karin Asterope GZ (Sedan) behind the glass.

Hao’s determined to prove that hybrids don’t have to sacrifice form or function. His latest Premium Test Ride bears this theory out: the Coil Cyclone II (Super, 30% off) on display at Hao’s Special Works is outfitted with a HSW Upgrade kit and dipped in Chameleon Paint.

Place Top 4 in the LS Car Meet Series for four days in a row to win the Dewbauchee JB 700W (Sports Classic) — an iconic grand tourer synonymous with mid-century elegance and luxury.

Even the Test Track inside the LS Car Meet is getting in on the eco-friendly trend, allowing members to test out an eclectic trio of electric vehicles in Scrambles, Time Trials, and freestyle driving, all at no personal cost:

• Pegassi Tezeract (Super)
• Obey I-Wagen (SUV)
• Pfister Neon (Sports)

Spin the Lucky Wheel in the lobby of The Diamond Casino & Resort to take your chances at winning this week’s jackpot: the Invetero Coquette D10 (Sports).

Salvage Yard Robbery Targets: Canis Kamacho (Off-Road)| Übermacht Cypher (Sports) | Grotti Furia (Super)

2X GTA$ and RP on Overtime Rumble

Glide, parachute, and use the heft of your Ruiner 2000 to jostle and win prime position in Overtime Rumble to earn 2X GTA$ and RP.

GTA+
GTA+ Members receive an additional GTA$1,000,000 bonus every month from April through August that is automatically deposited alongside the standard GTA$500,000 into their Maze Bank account. Now through May 1 you can also claim:

• Free Progen Itali GTB (Super)
• Fooligan Tee and Vest, Coil Cyclone Tee, Black Los Santos Cap
• New Chameleon Paints
• 2X GTA$ and RP on MC Club Work, Challenges, and Clubhouse Contracts — boosted to 4X Rewards during this week’s event

Visit the GTA+ website for full details.

DISCOUNTS

• Biker Clubhouse Properties, Upgrades and Modifications – 30% off
• Biker Businesses and Business Upgrades – 30% off
• Motorcycle Club Abilities – FREE
• Western Powersurge (Motorcycle) – 30% off
• Nagasaki Chimera (Motorcycle) – 30% off
• Western Zombie Chopper (Motorcycle) – 30% off
• Coil Raiden (Sports) – 40% off
• Obey Omnis e-GT (Sports) – 40% off
• Penaud La Coureuse (Sports) – 30% off
• Obey I-Wagen (SUV) – 30% off
• Coil Cyclone II (Super) – 30% off

Gun Van Inventory and Discounts

Battle Axe | Railgun | Grenade Launcher (40% off for GTA+ Members) | RPG (30% off) | Widowmaker | Battle Rifle | Grenades | Sticky Bombs | Molotovs | Armor

Sydney, Australia, April 19, 2024 – Milestone and Dorna Sports S.L. are excited to reveal one of the most requested and long-awaited features by the MotoGP™ community, as MotoGP™24 career modemarks the introduction of the Riders Market.

Watch the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMb_QoSyHLY

Besides enhancing the game’s main mode engagement and dynamism, the feature will extend longevity and replayability as players will see roster updates in every in-game season, thus finding new exciting challenges and scenarios to experience every year. The possibilities are endless, as both the AI and players might be proposed to change teams as seasons progress. Just like in real life, previous performances will determine what kind of offer will be received. Failure to achieve the current team’s goals could put the seat for next season at risk, forcing players to accept offers from smaller teams. On the contrary, great performances will be rewarded with first-class contracts from top teams. Importantly, players’ behaviour on and off the track will greatly influence such dynamics. Rivalries with other riders as well as likes and replies on the fictional Social Network will in fact fuel rumours about possible transfers. 

In addition to the Riders Market, MotoGP™24 will continue to deliver the stunning graphics, realistic physics, and extensive customisation options that fans have come to expect from the franchise. The introduction of the Riders Market adds the last missing piece, delivering an unprecedented level of depth and authenticity to the virtual racing experience.

Featuring all the official riders and tracks of the 2024 season for the MotoGP™, Moto2™, and Moto3™ categories, as well as the FIM Enel MotoE™ World Championship, MotoGP™24 will be available on May 2, 2024, onPlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, and Steam.

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About Milestone

Founded in Milan in 1996, Milestone S.r.l. is one of the leading and longest-established racing game developers in the world. The 290+ people team is responsible for hit series like MotoGP™, MXGP, Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame, and the acclaimed Hot Wheels Unleashed™, as well as its own IPs RIDE and Gravel. For more information please visit https://milestone.it/

About MotoGP™ & Dorna Sports  

The FIM Grand Prix World Championship, MotoGP™, is the world’s most exciting sport. 22 of the fastest riders compete on purpose-built prototype motorcycles on some of the world’s greatest racetracks, creating one of the most thrilling shows on Earth. Since it was inaugurated in 1949, the sport has grown to comprise 20+ Grands Prix across five continents, with the television broadcast reaching hundreds of millions around the world.

Dorna Sports became the sole commercial and television rights holder of the FIM MotoGP™ World Championship in 1991. Based in Madrid, Spain, with premises in Barcelona and a subsidiary in Rome, the Dorna Group is a leader in sports management, marketing and media, and has seen continued growth over the years; expanding from solely MotoGP™ to include other leading motorcycle racing championships across the globe.

Turtle Beach Debuts the Newly Redesigned Stealth 600 Multiplatform Gaming Headset as the Successor to Its Top-Selling Wireless Model, and Brings the Brand’s Signature High-Quality Wireless Gaming Audio with the New Stealth 500

Delivering Ultra-Clear Natural Audio, Turtle Beach’s Groundbreaking Atlas Air is the First Wireless Open Back PC Gaming Headset Supporting High-Fidelity 24-Bit Audio

Sydney, Australia – April 19, 2024 – Leading gaming accessories maker Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: HEAR) today unveiled a variety of high-quality, performance-driven gaming headsets, all available for pre-order today and launching May 23, 2024 in Australia.

“We’re thrilled to debut our new lineup of innovative console and PC gaming headsets launching next month, all under our industry-leading Turtle Beach brand,” said Cris Keirn, CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation. “Starting with our best-selling wireless multiplatform headsets, we’re adding to the Stealth 600 series’ already robust feature set with our newly redesigned Stealth 600 models. Plus, we’re expanding our wireless Stealth headset range with the introduction of our new Stealth 500 models.”

“For PC gamers, our groundbreaking Atlas Air headset is the first and only wireless open back PC gaming headset supporting high-quality 24-bit audio. Atlas Air is designed to be incredibly lightweight and comfortable and offers a wealth of features. Adding to our 2024 lineup we have even more slated to launch this (Australian) spring, including a newly redesigned Stealth™ 700 headset, controllers, and simulation gear.”

The below Turtle Beach gaming accessories all launch May 23, 2024, and are available for pre-order now from participating Australian retailers.

Turtle Beach^® Stealth™ 600 Wireless Gaming Headset

Turtle Beach has revealed a newly redesigned version of its best-selling Stealth 600 wireless multiplatform headset series, now entering its third generation. This newest Stealth 600 now features the brand’s signature 50mm Nanoclear™ drivers, an astounding 80-hour battery life, AI-driven microphone noise reduction and much more for the same AUD $179.95 RRP that’s made it the industry’s leading wireless gaming headset. The Designed for Xbox version will be available in Black or White, as will the PlayStation version. A PC version will also be available in Black.

Turtle Beach^® Stealth™ 500 Wireless Gaming Headset

Turtle Beach is also expanding its best-selling wireless multiplatform Stealth headset series with the introduction of the new Stealth 500, providing gamers with the brand’s signature high-quality gaming audio, plus low-latency 2.4GHz wireless and Bluetooth connectivity, an adjustable floating headband, and best-in-class 40-hour battery life for AUD $139.95 RRP. The Designed for Xbox Stealth 500 comes in Black, as does its PlayStation and PC counterparts.

Turtle Beach^® Atlas™ Air Wireless Open Back PC Gaming Headset

For groundbreaking PC gaming audio, Turtle Beach has unveiled the Atlas Air – the first wireless open back PC gaming headset supporting high-fidelity 24-bit audio. The Atlas Air’s precision 40mm drivers pair with its revolutionary open back floating earcup design to produce ultra-clear natural audio quality for total immersion on PC. The Atlas Air is extremely lightweight at just 301 grams – the lightest gaming headset in its class by nearly 25 grams and comes equipped with low-latency 2.4GHz wireless plus Bluetooth to connect with Windows PCs, PS5™ & PS4™, Nintendo Switch™ and mobile devices. It is also able to connect in wired mode via its 3.5mm jack and included cable. The Atlas Air also features immersive Waves 3D audio, a high-bandwidth 16kHz microphone, plus up to 50-hours of battery life for AUD $299.95 RRP.

About Turtle Beach Corporation

Turtle Beach Corporation (the “Company”) is one of the world’s leading gaming accessory providers. The Company’s namesake Turtle Beach brand is known for designing best-selling gaming headsets, top-rated game controllers, award-winning PC gaming peripherals, and groundbreaking gaming simulation accessories. Innovation, first-to-market features, a broad range of products for all types of gamers, and top-rated customer support have made Turtle Beach a fan-favourite brand and the market leader in console gaming audio for over a decade. Turtle Beach Corporation acquired Performance Designed Products in 2024. Turtle Beach’s shares are traded on the Nasdaq Exchange under the symbol: HEAR.

‘Audentes Fortuna Iuvat’ – Fortune Favours the Brave

Sydney, Australia, 19 April 2024: The critically acclaimed Action RPG, Kingdom Come: Deliverance, is getting a long-awaited sequel and is coming to stores later this year. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a true sequel to its predecessor but has been developed and written in such a way that it is perfect for newcomers and longtime fans alike. The game was announced at a global digital event, which can be watched below and contained a stunning trailer which can be viewed here.

Viewers hear from the actors and developers directly about this fantastic medieval saga and then enjoy some magical music from the game’s composer, Jan Valta.

Diving back into the heart-pounding world of 15th Century Bohemia (Central Europe), Kingdom Come: Deliverance II picks up where its predecessor left off, thrusting players into the shoes of Henry, the steadfast son of a blacksmith, embroiled in a tumultuous tale of vengeance, betrayal, and self-discovery.

In this gripping sequel, players will traverse a meticulously crafted medieval landscape, from the humble confines of a blacksmith’s forge to the grandeur of royal courts, all while navigating the treacherous currents of a kingdom torn apart by civil war.

On two new maps – double the size of the previous game – players can explore the beautiful and diverse Bohemian Paradise (a real-world location you can still visit in the Czech Republic) with the majestic Trosky Castle and then visit an urban environment of the silver mining town of Kuttenberg (a Unesco World Heritage site).

With over five hours of immersive cutscenes narrating Henry’s journey, players will find themselves captivated by the unfolding drama at every turn.

The combat system of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II has been revamped to make it more accessible while staying true to its nature – a depiction of real medieval martial arts – from elegant swordplay to deadly ranged attacks, such as the newly added crossbows or early gunpowder weapons.

The game is also a true to the core, RPG experience, where you can take multiple approaches to quests, evolve Henry in any way you see fit and get lost in a responsive and lively world.

Join Henry on his quest for redemption and revenge in 1403 Bohemia later this year and remember: “Audentes fortuna iuvat!”

Kingdom Come: Deliverance II will release on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S|X later this year.

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About Warhorse Studio 

Warhorse was founded in 2011 by industry veterans Dan Vávra, creator of Mafia and Mafia 2, and Martin Klíma, formerly of ALTAR. Combined creativity of the experienced team gave birth to the Kingdom Come: Deliverance Saga – an open world, realistic, single player RPG set in medieval Czech Kingdom. Kingdom Come: Deliverance II successfully released on 13 February 2018 for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and sold over 6 million copies. https://warhorsestudios.cz

Warhorse Studios is a PLAION company.

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. PLAION is an Embracer Group company.

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 

Robust live service model offers six Seasons of challenges and rewards tied to real-life tennis Tour events

Today, 2K announced the TopSpin 2K25 Centre Court Passes, a Seasonal post-launch content program offering months of new challenges and rewards. As detailed in the latest Centre Court Report: Centre Court Pass Overview developer video, Centre Court Passes feature live, online Seasons that run from 8-10 weeks, with six Centre Court Passes planned for the first year. 

During each Season, a new Centre Court Pass will be available, timed and themed to real-life tennis events, including all four Grand Slam® Tournaments. Each Centre Court Pass includes 50 tiers of new rewards which can be unlocked with Season Points (SP), which are earned via gameplay by completing matches, as well as daily and weekly challenges. 13 tiers contain free rewards, while Premium rewards can be unlocked by purchasing the Premium Centre Court Pass for each Season, which allows players to earn rewards at every tier. Centre Court Pass rewards include equipment and apparel from both fictional and licensed brands, pre-match animations, titles and messages for MyPLAYERs, alternate outfits for licensed pros, XP Boosts, and more.

The Centre Court Pass for Season 1 will be available as TopSpin 2K25 launches, and will be themed around Roland-Garros. More information about Season 1 will be shared soon.

By purchasing the All-Access Pass, players will receive all six Premium Centre Court Passes for the first year, as well as four additional cosmetic items: the Roland-Garros Logo T-Shirt, Wimbledon Logo T-Shirt, US Open Logo T-Shirt, and Australian Open Logo T-Shirt that let players show their Grand Slam® spirit. The TopSpin 2K25 All Access Pass is included with the TopSpin 2K25 Grand Slam® Edition and also available for individual purchase.* For more information on Centre Court Passes, please visit https://topspin.2k.com/2k25/centre-court-pass/ 

The TopSpin 2K25 Deluxe Edition and Grand Slam® Edition will be available April 23, 2024 – up to three days ahead*** of Standard and Cross-Gen Editions! TopSpin 2K25 Standard and Cross-Gen Editions will be available Friday, April 26, 2024. 

Pre-order**** TopSpin 2K25 Standard Edition or Standard Cross-Gen Edition and receive the Under the Lights Pack, featuring Alternate Outfits for Serena Williams and Roger Federer, Wilson Nightfall Bundle, and Night-Time Majors. The Under the Lights Pack is also included with the Deluxe and Grand Slam® Editions. Players who play TopSpin 2K25 between April 23 and April 25 (23:59 PST) can redeem the Early Adopters Bonus*****, which includes 1,000 VC, 5 x 100% XP Boosts, and a special Super Tour Red Wilson gear bag.

Developed by Hangar 13, TopSpin 2K25 is rated G. For more information on TopSpin 2K25, please visit https://topspin.2k.com/. Follow TopSpin 2K on TikTok, Instagram, X, YouTube, and Facebook for the latest TopSpin 2K25 news.

Hangar 13 is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

Internet connection and online Account (minimum age varies) required to access online features and redeem and use bonus content, including MyCAREER, MyPLAYER, 2K Tour and World Tour. See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for additional details. Some in-game content may require online gameplay to unlock. Online console play may require separate paid platform subscription and account registration. Terms apply.

*Base game, 2K Account and internet connection also required to use All-Access Pass and Centre Court Pass content.

**Early Access available for Deluxe and Grand Slam® Editions only. Early Access for physical copies of TopSpin 2K25 Deluxe Edition only available at participating retailers and stores in select territories while stocks last. See TopSpin2K.com for more details.

***Internet connection and a 2K Account required to redeem bonus content.  Digital pre-orders: TopSpin 2K25 Under the Lights Pack will be automatically entitled in game at launch. Physical pre-orders: Pre-order to guarantee access to the TopSpin 2K25 Under the Lights Pack which will be delivered via code in box to be redeemed in game. TopSpin 2K25 Under the Lights Pack included within the Deluxe and Grand Slam® Editions.Terms apply.

****Early Adopters Bonus offer only available to redeem in-game from 00:00:00 AM PST on April 23rd, 2024 to 11:59:59 PM PST on April 25th, 2024. 2K Account and internet connection required. Early Access available for Deluxe and Grand Slam® Editions only. Early Access for physical copies of TopSpin 2K25 Deluxe Edition only available at participating retailers and stores in select territories while stocks last. See www.topspin.2k.com/2k25/faq/ for more detail on Early Access and redemption instructions. Terms apply.

Tens of thousands of video game fans are expected to head to Rod Laver & Margaret Court Arenas, Melbourne Park on April 26-28 to experience the biggest DreamHack to ever hit Australian shores

Melbourne, Australia, Friday, April 19 – DreamHack Melbourne, the three-day gaming lifestyle festival presented by ESL FACEIT Group and partner Transport Accident Commission (TAC), is set to open its doors on Friday 26 April, bringing the world famous gaming lifestyle festival to Australian shores for a third time. Fans can expect a packed weekend of everything they love about gaming, including incredible cosplay, a levelled up Artist Alley, panels and live podcasts, Counter-Strike 2 & League of Legends tournaments played live on stage, and more content creators than ever before. 

DreamHack Melbourne 2024 will mark the first hololive Production 3D concert in Australia, taking place at Rod Laver Arena on Saturday April 27. Entrance is accessible to those who have a 3-day or Saturday pass, with tickets selling fast. The ‘hololive Premium Upgrade’ has already sold out, with only a limited quantity of ‘hololive Standard Upgrade’ tickets remaining. The internationally famous Trash Taste Podcast will also be hosting a live podcast session on Friday April 26 and Saturday April 27.

“DreamHack Melbourne 2024 is Australia’s biggest DreamHack yet, with more things to do and more fans raring to attend the festival than ever before,” said Ben Green, Senior Product Manager, DreamHack, at ESL FACEIT Group. “We’ve doubled the number of artists in the Artist Alley, tripled the size of our tabletop area & added new activities, and dotted a bunch more free-play games all around the festival. The team has doubled down on what made last year’s event so special, making DreamHack Melbourne amazing value for attendees, whether you grab a one day pass for $45 or spend the whole three days with us for just $99.” 

Artists Alley returns to DreamHack Melbourne this year, with even more Australian, New Zealand, and international artists showing off their work. Artist Alley celebrates self-authored art, offering the perfect opportunity for attendees to immerse themselves in the world of gaming & pop culture art, while supporting over 100 local artists that will be participating.

Fans of cosplay can look forward to an expanded offering at this year’s festival. A share of $30,000 AUD worth of prizes is up for grabs across all cosplay competitions over the weekend. This year for the first time, DreamHack Melbourne will include a new Extreme Cosplay Gathering Qualifier pathway to the international Extreme Cosplay Gathering competition hosted in Europe. Canadian cosplay star and popular cosplay tutorial author, Kinpatsu Cosplay, will also attend the festival as an official cosplay judge, and will be hosting a cosplay panel on Friday April 26.

Esports fans can enjoy the ESL Challenger at DreamHack Melbourne, with international and local Counter-Strike 2 teams battling it out across the weekend for a share of $100,000 USD in Margaret Court Arena. Local League of Legends teams Ground Zero Gaming and Antic ESC will also go head-to-head at the League of Legends Circuit Oceania (LCO) Split 1 2024 Grand Final, which will take place on Sunday April 28. Counter-Strike 2 fans can grab early access to the arena and an ESL Challenger Goodie Bag with the ESL Challenger ‘Row F’ Upgrade.

Tickets to the Bring-Your-Own Computer (BYOC) LAN are also available — a great opportunity for gamers to test their mettle over three days of competitive gaming across fourteen fan-favourite games, including Rocket League, Counter-Strike 2, Halo, and Fall Guys. 

Legendary Aussies Anything4views & Maxmoefoe from the much loved Cold Ones podcast will be appearing on the main stage of DreamHack Melbourne. The pair will host a live Q&A in Rod Laver Arena on Saturday, April 27, bringing their unique brand of comedic content to DreamHack.

This year’s DreamHack is Australia’s biggest creator-focused festival, featuring the Creator Summit on the morning of Friday, April 26. This special event will be packed with useful information about levelling up content creation skills, with some of Australia’s favourite creators including Pestily and Robcdee hosting panels & more. In addition, DreamHack Melbourne will bring more content creators together than ever before, with over 500 content creators confirmed as part of Creator Hub this year.

The festival will also feature a medieval village occupied by a variety of LARP organisations from around Victoria who will be promoting both new and existing role-play experiences. Presented by House of War, the largest tabletop gaming store in the Southern Hemisphere, ‘Worlds of LARP!’ is here to show off what Live-Action Role Play has to offer those in search of their next exciting adventure.

Yet to purchase your DreamHack Melbourne pass? ‘Dream Big’ is our way to give back to important causes, and for 2024, we’ve partnered with Barnardos to support their ‘League of Champions’ campaign, to raise money for Aussie kids who are doing it tough. Proceeds from every ticket sold using the discount code “BARNARDOS” will be donated to the League of Champions fundraiser.

Last-minute tickets are still available at dreamhack.com/melbourne/tickets. Check out the full schedule for the weekend and more on the festival at dreamhack.com/melbourne/schedule.

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About hololive production

hololive production is a Virtual YouTuber Group that consists of talents and groups such as hololive and HOLOSTARS that focus on live streaming and content creation on platforms such as YouTube. hololive production specializes in the utilization of complex 2D and 3D character model designs for live streaming and content creation.

About COVER Corporation

COVER Corporation is an IT company which blends content creation with VR and AR technologies to carry its vision of delivering the culture of virtual streaming to the world. COVER Corporation operates hololive production, a streamer group which encompasses the VTuber groups hololive, hololive Indonesia, hololive English, HOLOSTARS, and HOLOSTARS English. Hololive production houses next-generation virtual talents whose activities include live streaming on platforms such as YouTube and interacting with fans on Twitter. The talents perform using intricate 2D and 3D avatars provided by the company. For more information about COVER Corporation, visit https://cover-corp.com/en.

hololive production, hololive, hololive Indonesia, hololive English, HOLOSTARS, and HOLOSTARS English are trademarks of COVER Corporation.

About DreamHack

DreamHack creates a world where the gaming community comes to life. The festivals, featuring everything gaming under one roof, create an arena where you can come to connect, explore, win, play a part, and be yourself through a gaming lifestyle experience. Attendees meet their favorite creators, experience professional esports tournaments, amateur and varsity gaming tournaments, world-famous bring-your-own-computer (BYOC) LAN party, cosplay championships, panels, art, activities, expo, screenings, live music, and more. DreamHack is part of ESL FACEIT Group, the leading competitive games and esports company.

About TEG Live

TEG Live is a dynamic and diverse promoter of live content operating in many genres, including music, sport, family entertainment, esports, and exhibitions. TEG Live connects millions of fans every year with unique live experiences and adds value to events with hospitality, partnership, and sponsorship services. 

TEG Live is owned by TEG, a leading global live entertainment, ticketing and technology business which operates globally and includes Ticketek, Ticketek Marketplace, Ticketek UK, Ticketek New Zealand, Ticketek Malaysia, Ticketek Philippines, Ticketek Singapore, Eventopia, Softix, TEG Dainty, TEG Sport, TEG Van Egmond, Laneway Festival, Handsome Tours, SXSW Sydney, TEG Theatrical, MJR Presents, TEG Life Like Touring, Brickman, TEG Rockefeller, TEG Rugby Live, TEG Europe, Propaganda, TEG Live USA, Qudos Bank Arena, FAN+, VIP NOW, and Ovation.

About Visit Victoria

Visit Victoria is the state’s tourism, business and major events company, inspiring people to visit Melbourne and Victoria through creative story-telling and enriching events. 

About ESL FACEIT Group

ESL FACEIT Group (EFG) is the leading esports and video game entertainment company dedicated to creating worlds beyond gameplay where players and fans become community. EFG is built on a legacy of world-renowned brands including ESL, FACEIT, DreamHack and DreamHack Sports Games, providing innovative ecosystems for global communities of players, fans and creators around the games they love. Working alongside leading partners, brands and global IPs, EFG operates an unmatched portfolio of live events, digital platforms and developer tools that reach and engage millions of gamers worldwide. For more information visit www.eslfaceitgroup.com.

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Ritual of bonds Vol.2 the new and final DLC for SWORD ART ONLINE LAST RECOLLECTION is available now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC.

Watch the new trailer below:

Kirito and friends are sent to investigate a dungeon that suddenly appeared under the Obsidia Castle town. There, they will face a trial, one that can only be challenged in pairs. Kirito and a trusted partner will have to prove their bond.

This DLC, the second volume of the Ritual of Bonds for SWORD ART ONLINE LAST RECOLLECTION, adds several fan favourites characters: Alice, Eugeo, Leafa, Yuuki, Rain, Seven, Kureha, Zeliska and Medina. Players can choose one of them and discover their scenarios letting them explore the bonds between Kirito and his companions.

SWORD ART ONLINE LAST RECOLLECTION andRitual of bonds Vol.2are available now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. 

For more information about  SWORD ART ONLINE LAST RECOLLECTION and other titles from Bandai Namco Europe please visit https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok. Join the conversation on X.

Metro enthusiasts and fans of games that simulate public transport will soon be able to play Metro Simulator 2 on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S consoles, a realistic and relaxing simulator with faithful reproductions of the metro and train control mechanics. The game will be released on Xbox consoles on 24 April this year. Metro Simulator 2 has previously appeared on PC and Nintendo Switch and will be released on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 in the coming months.

Metro Simulator 2 is a title developed by KishMish Games, a studio known for its acclaimed Bus World and Fly Corp games, among others. The simulator was first released on PC in June 2023 and on Nintendo Switch in February this year. Polish company Ultimate Games S.A. is responsible for the development and release of the Xbox One version. Thanks to backward compatibility, the title will also work on Xbox Series X|S.

Metro Simulator 2 | Xbox Trailer:

Metro Simulator (Microsoft Store): https://www.xbox.com/games/store/metro-simulator-2/9nw7k7r2vv2s
Metro Simulator 2 (Nintendo eShop): https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/metro-simulator-2-switch
Metro Simulator 2 (Steam): https://store.steampowered.com/app/1787480/Metro_Simulator_2

The new simulator is a unique game with the metro at its center. Metro Simulator 2 not only faithfully reproduces the characteristics of the subway, but also the mechanics of controlling the trains.

In this game from the KishMish Games studio, the player becomes a train driver on the metro. Metro Simulator 2 offers a free play mode and varied scenarios with fixed timetables and specific conditions and situations. The simulator features a total of 2 trains with different control systems. The metro itself includes up to 24 stations and a variety of tunnels and facilities.

In Metro Simulator 2, the developers have included an advanced, real-world based speed control system to prevent potential collisions and other undesirable events. Speedometers and traffic lights also play an important role in the gameplay.

Metro Simulator 2 – main features:

• a realistic subway simulator;
• faithfully reproduced train controls;
• relaxing gameplay;
• metro with 24 stations;
• 2 different trains.

The release date for Metro Simulator 2 on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S is set for April 24, 2024. The simulator will also hit PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 in the coming months.

ONTARIO  — April 18, 2024 — Windward Horizon, the sequel to the action-filled naval sandbox title Windward with more than 500,000 copies sold, developed by Tasharen Entertainment, puts wind in its sails on PC via Steam in 2024. 

Take command of the seas and explore a beautiful, procedurally generated world where various factions seek to expand their influence. Complete quests on behalf of each favored faction to expand its influence and reach, or simply be a freelancer that helps out everyone equally. Engage in trade, helping provinces grow, or waylay other traders and achieve the opposite effect – the choice of what kind of captain to be is up to every player..

Dare to adventure by yourself or scout the seas with friends in online co-op. Sail across diverse biomes, from bone-chilling frozen tundras to harsh, barren deserts. Trade amongst fellow factions, fight off enemy pirates (or become one!), and help establish new flourishing towns. Take on assignments from other faction leaders, and if a high enough reputation is held, request the help of NPCs to complete particularly difficult tasks. 

Tailor nautical playstyles to individual taste with deep customization systems. Assemble a naval crew on a fully customizable ship, selecting crew members and captains with specialized skills. Further specialize by delving into a flexible talent tree that allows mixing and matching without making any role permanent. Earn unique ship buffs by raising faction reputation to new heights. Windward Horizon will encourage modding enthusiasts to easily alter configurations even further to fit their needs.  

“As a standalone sequel, Windward Horizon improves upon Windward’s foundation while keeping its original charm,” said Michael Lyashenko, Founder of Tasharen Entertainment. “With an engaging gameplay loop filled with intricate systems and detailed customization options, we’re creating a feeling of freedom many open world sandbox games can’t match.” 

Windward Horizon arrives on PC via Steam in 2024 for $20.00 USD. For more information, visit the official Tasharen Entertainment website, or join the official Tasharen Discord for the latest updates.

About Tasharen Entertainment

Tasharen Entertainment Inc. (operating name Tasharen Entertainment) is a small independent game development studio based out of Aurora, Ontario (Canada). Established in 2011 by Michael Lyashenko, an experienced software developer, Tasharen is most famous for NGUI — an add-on for the Unity engine, as well as the game Windward available on Steam.