London (March 7, 2024) – During the Xbox Partner Preview, Capcom presented newly released gameplay footage allowing audiences to peek into the particularly Japanese-inspired, enchanting world of Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess™. Set on a mountain overrun by eerie Monsters called the Seethe, this single-player action game will put your strategy and combat skills to the test. Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess will be available later this year with Xbox Game Pass for console, PC, and Cloud, and on Xbox Series X|S, Windows, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.

To check out the new trailer, please visit YouTube, and for the latest assets and information on Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, visit the official website, X.

As the protagonist Soh, it is the player’s duty to rescue villagers and restore peace along with the Maiden of the mountain, Yoshiro, by purging the defilement that infects their land on Mt. Kafuku. Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess incorporates a unique real-time day to night cycle. During the day, the player’s strategy skills are put to the test as they deliberately plan to purge the defiled village by rescuing villagers, assigning roles to them, and fixing their defensive contraptions to prepare for an imminent battle. As night falls, it’s time to fight against the horrific Seethe that emerge from the Torii gates and aim to attack Yoshiro. Players must harness their combative skills as they defend the Maiden, adapt to the everchanging battle conditions, fight alongside the villagers, and use the power of Soh’s dance-like sword techniques. Enjoy a fusion of real-time strategy and exhilarating action by repeating this day-to-night cycle in order to purge the defilement and restore the land’s peace with Soh and Yoshiro.

Be sure to tune in to the Capcom Highlights taking place March 7^th, where we’ll reveal more information on this unforgettable clash between the supernatural world and humanity in Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess coming this year!

About Capcom

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com  or news.capcomusa.com.

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• Strong SSD Portfolio, Established Customer Support Leads to 23.8% Market Share
• Solid Business Position Continues into 2024

Australia – March 7, 2024 – Kingston Technology, a world leader in memory products and technology solutions, today announced it has once again closed out a successful year maintaining the No. 1 spot QoQ. This consistent performance has resulted in securing a 23.8% market share in the channel SSD market for 2023.

Data gathered by TRENDFOCUS confirmed Kingston as the number one client SSD vendor in the channel for unit market share, with 27.4 million client SSDs shipped in 2023. Q4 alone saw Kingston’s client SSD market share at 21.3% and 5.7 million units shipped.

Continued effort in the development of high quality client drives like NV2, two options of Kingston FURY Renegade SSD, and KC3000 provide PCIe 4.0 NVMe solution for all, from the novice upgrader to power user who requires more from their system. Additionally in 2023, Kingston expanded its varied product lineup with XS1000 external and DC600M enterprise class SSDs.

Kingston offers its customers unrivaled best in class support, service, and reliability for its products, by the very engineers and experts who design them, a key contributor leading to Kingston’s strong standing in these ranking.

“As the year came to an end, SSD sales for PCs remain strong, with continued growth in the PCIe NVMe space. We’ll see this develop more through 2024” said Don Jeanette, vice president, TRENDFOCUS.

“Working closely with our suppliers, customers, and partners allows us to be flexible as market conditions and customer requirements change,” said Kingston. “We strive to present the latest SATA and NVMe solutions, offering a strong SSD portfolio to the channel client space to meet those needs, and these findings confirm our commitment to that effort.”

For more information visit kingston.com.

About Kingston Technology

From big data, to laptops and PCs, to IoT-based devices like smart and wearable technology, to design-in and contract manufacturing, Kingston helps deliver the solutions used to live, work and play. The world’s largest PC makers and cloud-hosting companies depend on Kingston for their manufacturing needs, and our passion fuels the technology the world uses every day. We strive beyond our products to see the bigger picture, to meet the needs of our customers and offer solutions that make a difference. To learn more about how Kingston Is With You, visit Kingston.com.

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Continue the story of blockbuster hit film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem with all new action-packed 3D Brawler/Platformer heading to consoles later this year

• Join Leo, Raph, Donnie and Mikey in stopping a formidable new wave of mutants
• Unlock the ancient secrets of ninjutsu as the Turtles face their toughest battle yet
• Explore the city, sewers, and skyscrapers of NYC solo or in two player local co-op
• Battle through NYC’s five boroughs, each containing their own unique personality paying homage to the 2023 film

Sydney, Australia – 7^th March 2024 – Outright Games, a leading global publisher of family-friendly interactive entertainment, in collaboration with Paramount Game Studios, is excited to reveal a first glimpse of its highly anticipated video game based on Paramount Pictures’ recent blockbuster film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.

Capturing the playful teen spirit of the world’s most cherished pizza-loving crime-fighters, Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo, the game brings their infectious humour and combat skills to this story-driven 3D Brawler/Platformer as they face off against all new mutants in “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed.”

Oozing high-energy gameplay and an engaging, original storyline, the action-packed game follows on from the 2023 hit movie Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem which grossed over $180 million globally at the box office and received worldwide acclaim for its unique animation style.

In “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed”, after finally being accepted into society and pursuing their dream of attending a regular high school, the Turtles’ newfound happiness is abruptly interrupted by a new wave of mutants causing unrest across New York City. Players take control of the four masked heroes, each with their own unique playstyle, as they traverse the sewers and city streets of New York. With an immersive world to explore both above and below ground, meet familiar faces as the ragtag heroes in a half shell gear up to delight fans at home with their chaotic capers. Players can get ready to order in a pizza and adventure solo or team up with a friend in two player local co-op mode later this year.

The upcoming game is developed by A Heartful of Games, whose previous work with the publisher includes the fantastic family-friendly adventure DreamWorks Dragons: Legends of The Nine Realms.

Stephanie Malham, COO of Outright Games said: “We’re delighted to be continuing our collaboration with Paramount to deliver an exhilarating new chapter in the incredible universe of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. As a franchise that started in comic books and rocketed into a global phenomenon, we couldn’t be more excited to offer fans, new and old, a high-energy, interactive story-driven experience. We’re looking forward to sharing more of the dynamic universe we’ve created alongside A Heartful of Games in the coming months.”

Doug Rosen, SVP, Games and Emerging Media, Paramount, said: “Following the incredible success of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, we’re excited to collaborate with Outright Games to bring the Turtles universe to life. As the franchise celebrates its 40^th anniversary and continues to attract new fans, we can’t wait to see gamers dive into the world of the most recent film in this fantastic new game.”

“Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed” will be released Q4 2024 on PlayStation 4®, PlayStation 5®, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X.

“Episode Aigis” epilogue story and more coming in 2024

Sydney, Australia – 7^th March 2024: ATLUS announced Persona 3 Reload: Expansion Pass for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4. The Expansion Pass features three content releases, including a major post-ending DLC.

Watch the Persona 3 Reload: Expansion Pass announcement trailer below:

Content in the Expansion Pass will be released throughout 2024, with the first batch of content launching next week:

• Persona 5 Royal EX BGM Set and Persona 4 Golden EX BGM Set – March 12, 2024
  • Unlock and listen to additional tracks from Persona 5 Royal and Persona 4 Golden while exploring and battling in dungeons in Persona 3 Reload and Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis -The Answer-.
  • Persona 5 Royal EX BGM Set includes Life Will Change, Beneath the Mask, Kichijoji 199X, Gentle Madman, I Believe, Keeper of Lust, Blooming Villain, and Victory (appears on battle results screen).
  • Persona 4 Golden EX BGM Set includes Backside of the TV, Game, Junes Theme, Heaven, Long Way, Revelations: Mitsuo, The Almighty, Results (appears on battle results screen).

Velvet Costume & BGM Set – May 2024

• Unlock Velvet Room themed costumes and BGM to further customize your dungeon experience in Persona 3 Reload and Persona 3 Reload: Episode Aigis -The Answer-.  Velvet BGM Set includes Electronica In Velvet Room (“P4D” ver.), Battle Hymn of the Soul (t.komine REMIX “AT 1st” P3D-EDIT ver.), Battle Hymn of the Soul (Daisuke Asakura Remix), Battle Hymn of the Soul -USH ver.-, and Dance Hymn of the Soul (Disco In Velvet Room) (appears on battle results screen).

• Episode Aigis -The Answer- – September 2024
  • Delve into this final chapter now with cutting-edge graphics, modernized quality-of-life features, fresh animations and UI, and a rearranged soundtrack.
  • Added to the main game 16 years ago with the release of Persona 3 FES™ “The Answer” is a major post-ending DLC that expands the story of Persona 3 Reload.
  • After unravelling the mysteries of the Dark Hour, fighting epic battles through Tartarus, and all the unforgettable events of Persona 3 Reload, the S.E.E.S. members find themselves trapped in a never-ending March 31st. Journey through the Abyss of Time as Aigis, undertake new challenges, and uncover the cause of this strange fate and the truth of what happened on that day…

Recently, ATLUS shared that Persona 3 Reload is the fastest-selling game in ATLUS’ history to hit one million sales worldwide and currently scoring at a 88 metascore on Metacritic. The team is grateful for the level of support the game has received and is proud to be able to develop and release even more content for Persona 3 Reload.

About Persona 3 Reload

Step into the shoes of a transfer student thrust into an unexpected fate and enter the hour “hidden” between one day and the next. Awaken an incredible power and chase the mysteries of Tartarus, fight for your friends, and leave a mark on their memories forever. Dive into the Dark Hour and awaken the depths of your heart!

About ATLUS

ATLUS delivers unforgettable, story-driven gameplay experiences to enthusiastic and dedicated fans around the globe. Established in 1986, ATLUS features a portfolio of beloved and long running game series including PERSONA™, which has sold over 22 million units worldwide, and the legendary SHIN MEGAMI TENSEI™. ATLUS games are published in the west by SEGA of America, Inc. with its principal office in Irvine, California.

About SEGA of America, Inc.

SEGA of America, Inc. is the American arm of Tokyo, Japan-based SEGA CORPORATION, a worldwide leader in interactive entertainment. Established in 1986, SEGA of America publishes innovative interactive entertainment experiences for console, PC, mobile and emerging platforms. In 2020, SEGA ranked #1 among Metacritic’s Annual Game Publisher Rankings. Its globally beloved franchises include Sonic the Hedgehog™, Like a Dragon™, Virtua Fighter™, Super Monkey Ball™, and Phantasy Star Online™, along with ATLUS’ Persona and Shin Megami Tensei series. Since its debut more than three decades ago, Sonic has become a pop culture icon featured in dozens of games, TV series, and movies. SEGA of America has offices in Irvine and Burbank, California.

The new official Monster Jam video game will be released in 2024

Sydney, Australia, 7^th March, 2024: Milestone, a leading global racing game developer and publisher based in Milan, and Feld Motor Sports, Inc.,the worldwide leader inspecialised arena and stadium-based motorsports entertainment,are thrilled to announce an exciting new collaboration. As just revealed in the Xbox Partner Preview showcase, the two powerhouse companies will once again join forces to launch Monster Jam® Showdown, the brand-new official Monster Jam video game, bringing to life the most action-packed motorsports event on four wheels. The game is a new entry in Milestone’s lineup and will be available in 2024 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

Watch the Monster Jam® Showdown announcement trailer here: https://youtu.be/-CNZSznSS5M

Developed with Unreal Engine 5, Monster Jam Showdown takes advantage of cutting-edge technology to create lifelike environments as never seen before in a Milestone game, with lots of graphical details and an unprecedented light system, also empowering gameplay possibilities and the physics system. This will result in a fulfilling experience able to give players all the best of Monster Jam, and much more. In addition to enjoying all the action of the official competitions, players will be able to drive the iconic trucks in unique environments facing a variety of events which will make the fun as big and as loud as the sport itself. In particular, the game will feature a total of 66 official Monster Jam trucks (40 trucks will be included in the base game and 26 will be available through free or premium DLCs), and more than 140 paint outs to unlock and apply.

Aiming to create a faithful reproduction of Monster Jam live events, fans will compete in all three categories of venues, namely American football fields, baseball stadiums, and speedways, experiencing rectangular, diamond, and oval layouts. Beyond that, players will be able to drive their favourite Monster Jam trucks in three original environments inspired by the American great outdoors: the barren desert of Death Valley, the stunning forests and crystal rivers of Colorado, and the wintry, wild mountains of Alaska. From official competitions such as head-to-head racing and freestyle to specially designed events, a total of 10 different game modes willgrant a robust mix of arcade experiences both online and offline, including split-screen.

To immediately deliver the feeling and excitement of mastering 1,500 horsepower mechanical machines, Monster Jam Showdown will feature arcade gameplay endowed withcomprehensive and customisable driving aids. This way, everyone will be able to dive into the true spirit of Monster Jam by easily performing massive manoeuvres and dynamic stunts At the same time, Milestone’s technology and expertise will ensure truthful physics in order to deliver an approachable yet rewarding gaming experience.

Set to be released in 2024, Monster Jam Showdown will be available for all major gaming platforms.

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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, the acclaimed Hot Wheels™ Unleashed, as well as own IPs RIDE and Gravel. For more information please visit https://milestone.it/

About Feld Motor Sports

Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting specialized arena and stadium-based motorsports entertainment. Properties include Monster Jam^®, Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is a subsidiary of Feld Entertainment, Inc. Visit monsterjam.com, SupercrossLIVE.com, and feldentertainment.com for more information.

About Monster Jam

Unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable, Monster Jam^® features world-class athletes competing for championships on perfectly engineered dirt tracks that push these ever-evolving, state-of-the-art trucks to the limit. Beyond the 350 global live events each year, the Monster Jam brand extends off the track into the home through products, content and merchandise that keeps the fun alive year-round.  For more information, visit MonsterJam.com.

FRAMED creator Joshua Boggs debuts RiffRiff Games’ hard-boiled occult stealth title

WELLINGTON, New Zealand – Mar. 6, 2024 – Sleight of Hand, the third-person card-slinging occult noir stealth sim from the powerhouse team at RiffRaff Games (helmed by Joshua Boggs, creator of multi-award-winning noir puzzle game FRAMED), infiltrates the rain-slicked streets of Steeple City as a day one Game Pass launch for Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC (also available via Steam) in 2025, as unveiled in today’s Xbox Partner Preview.

Step into the gumshoes of Lady Luck (voiced by Debi Mae West, Metal Gear Solid’s Meryl Silverburgh), a revered former occult detective fated to return for one final job: taking down her former Coven. Her departure was less than amicable; last time, she lost her left hand. Too tired to fight fate any longer, and with more overdue bills than bucks to her name, Lady Luck strikes out to Steeple City with cursed deck in hand, ready to track down everyone from her past life.

Slink through a hard-boiled city rife with taboo, where knowledge of ritual magic and possession of cursed artifacts separate the haves and the have-nots. Wield Lady Luck’s cursed cards to cast a smoke-based menagerie of magic. Navigate around patrolling ruffians by Evaporating into smoke. Faced with a group of huddled-up goons? Even the odds by intertwining their fates with the Chain Smoker card — now any cards cast affect them all at once. Snuff them out with a lethal card, or choose an affliction to help Lady Luck sneak right past.

Silently take out enemies using powerful card and state combos. Inaccessible guard causing problems with a spotlight? Take him out by marking his position with a Hex card, which tags any target within line of sight. Once Hexed, other cards combo with this state, like Peekaboo, which teleports the player behind any Hexed target in view. While lurking behind the unsuspecting goon, you don’t need a card to know a silent takedown is the next play to get through.

Upgrade the deck and assemble the perfect hand for each highly replayable level, all built to encourage experimentation. Stick to subterfuge with Glimpse to see enemies behind walls and blind them with Ignorance to slip by undetected. Become a wickeder witch by taking out guards in one shot with Hand Cannon. 

Discover hidden passwords to access secret pathways through speakeasies and interrogate former friends of Lady Luck’s ex-coven to settle “old debts.” Gain new powers, intel, and cards to bring the coven leader in. Just hope the cards pulled come out in Lady Luck’s favor. 

“Making this game has been a long-time dream of mine. It combines my love of Kojima’s brilliant pioneering work in Tactical Espionage Action with Metal Gear Solid and my obsessive desire to push the envelope in making new gameplay experiences,” said Joshua Boggs, CEO and Game Director at RiffRaff Games. “In typical ‘me fashion’ (as the team here would say), I’ve sought to turn the genre on its head with a healthy dose of innovative card play. It’s been a hard road, honestly the hardest project I’ve worked on, but I am so honoured to walk side by side with this team as we push the stealth action genre in a brand new direction.”

Sleight of Hand will launch on Xbox Series X|S and PC via Xbox Game Pass and Steam in 2025. For more information, check out the game’s Steam page, follow RiffRaff Games on X, Instagram, and Facebook, and visit the game’s official website. 

About RiffRaff Games

RiffRaff Games is a Wellington-based game studio with a mission to craft games that become new genres. After his work on FRAMED, Joshua Boggs founded RiffRaff Games to continue the noble pursuit of seeking out and crafting new gameplay experiences. Almost 10 years after FRAMED, Sleight of Hand is his biggest swing at creating something never seen before, inspired by his love of Hideo Kojima, Metal Gear Solid, and hard-boiled noir. 

Josh is joined by a highly experienced and even more talented crew at RiffRaff who has previously worked with companies like Arkane, Sony Santa Monica, Eidos, Activision, Square Enix, Electronic Arts, PikPok, A44, Magic Leap and include former credits working on Dishonored, Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Rise of the Tomb Raider, God of War, God of War: Ragnarok, Call of Duty, Ashen, Flintlock, and more.

PlayStation Australia is excited to announce that Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut is coming to PC! Nixxes have collaborated with the talented team at Sucker Punch Productions, who created this critically acclaimed open-world action adventure. Both parties are beyond excited to bring Jin’s story to a new audience and to bring a Sucker Punch title to PC for the first time.

The PC version of Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut includes the full game, the Iki Island expansion, and the co-operative online multiplayer Legends mode. For the past year, the team at Nixxes has been working hard to bring the Sucker Punch in-house engine technology to PC and implement PC features such as unlocked frame rates, a variety of graphics settings and presets, and customisable mouse and keyboard controls. 

Check out the full features trailer below:

With ultrawide monitor support, players can take in the expansive terrain and ancient landmarks with a cinematic field of view. Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut on PC is fully optimised for 21:9 and 32:9 resolutions and even supports 48:9 resolutions for triple monitor setups. 

Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut on PC features the latest performance-enhancing technologies. NVIDIA DLSS 3 and AMD FSR 3 are available with both upscaling and frame generation options. Intel XeSS upscaling is also supported and if the player’s hardware has headroom to spare, you can use NVIDIA DLAA or FSR 3 Native AA to further boost image quality.  

The game on PC also offers extensive controller support. Use Steam Input to remap and customise the peripheral of your choice to your preference. For a more immersive experience, use a PlayStation DualSense controller with haptic feedback and adaptive triggers, so you can feel the tension of drawing a bow and the strikes of your sword.  

Players can wishlist and pre-purchase Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut now on Steam and the Epic Games Store. If pre-purchased, players will get access to the following early in-game unlocks when the game releases on Friday, 17 May: 

• New Game+ Horse  
• Traveller’s Attire  
• Broken Armor dyes from Baku’s shop 

Sucker Punch co-founder Brian Fleming shared his thoughts on the upcoming PC version, here is what he had to say: 

“We’re proud to announce that our friends and partners over at Nixxes are bringing Ghost of Tsushima to PC! This is a first for Sucker Punch – all our previous work is console-exclusive, so we are excited about all this and Nixxes was the right team to do this project. With them on board, we knew the results would be nothing short of amazing! Now excuse me as I go order a Super Ultra Wide monitor!” – Brian Fleming, Co-Founder, Sucker Punch

For PC players who are new to the game, here’s an overview of everything that is included: 

Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut is an action-adventure game set in feudal Japan. Protagonist Jin Sakai was raised and trained in the ways of the samurai. His world is shattered when a Mongol invasion defeats the samurai army of his home on Tsushima island, and he is faced with a difficult decision: honour the tradition and customs of his upbringing and maintain a fight he cannot win, or deviate from his samurai path to protect the island and its people by any means necessary.  

In his quest to reclaim Tsushima, Jin seeks the guidance and support of old friends and new unlikely allies. He must break away from tradition, become a new kind of warrior, and protect what’s left of his home at all costs. 

Iki Island Expansion – In this story expansion, Jin discovers new locations, characters, and enemies on a mysterious island. The island of Iki is a wild, lawless land of raiders and criminals. Jin will have to bring all his skills to defeat the enemy and save Iki. 

Legends – Inspired by Japanese folk tales and mythology, this cooperative multiplayer experience consists of two-player story missions and four-player wave-based survival missions, as well as the competitive two-versus-two Rivals mode. Choose one of four classes: Samurai, Ronin, Hunter or Assassin and play with friends or via online matchmaking. 

Kurosawa Mode – Experience the game in black and white with film grain effects, as well as Japanese dialogue and English subtitles. This mode is inspired by the movies of legendary filmmaker Akira Kurosawa. 

On behalf of everyone at Nixxes Software and Sucker Punch Productions, we can’t wait to bring Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut to PC. We will have more information to share, such as system requirements, as we get closer to launch on Friday, 17 May. 

To learn more about Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut visit the PlayStation Blog. 

Head to Steam to pre purchase here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2215430/Ghost_of_Tsushima_DIRECTORS_CUT/ 

Or head to the Epic Games Store to pre-purchase here: https://store.epicgames.com/en-US/p/ghost-of-tsushima

For the latest PlayStation news, follow PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. 

The first title from Reflector Entertainment will launch this summer, with Anya Chalotra starring as main protagonist Haroona

Lyon, France – 6^th March 2024 – Bandai Namco Europe revealed today a first look at gameplay from narrative action-adventure game Unknown 9: Awakening. Developed by Reflector Entertainment, the title is set to release this summer on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam.

Unknown 9: Awakening’s first gameplay trailer is available here:

Unknown 9: Awakening is a third-person, narrative-driven, action-adventure game that follows the story of Haroona, a Quaestor born with the ability to venture into the Fold: a mysterious dimension that overlaps our own. On her quest for powerful hidden knowledge, she will learn to master her unique connection to the Fold, which allows her to channel its powers into our world. But such power does not go unnoticed. Haroona quickly becomes the target of the Ascendants, a splinter faction of a secret organization known as the Leap Year Society, which wants to use the Fold to alter the course of human history.

Players will take on the role of Haroona, who embarks on a globetrotting journey to right the wrongs of her past. As this quest unfolds, players will choose whether to ambush opponents from the shadows or fight by stepping into their enemies to control them, dodge bullets, shield attacks, hurl energy, and devise creative combat combinations to customize their playstyle.

“We are thrilled to share some gameplay of Unknown 9: Awakening for the first time. It’s an exciting moment for the studio as our teams have been hard at work to create a new piece of this expansive narrative universe” said Christophe Rossignol, Creative Director at Reflector Entertainment. “The game will offer an exciting journey set in a rich and vibrant world for players to enjoy. We hope you will follow our next steps as we reveal more of this adventure!”

Joining in on this project is the talented Anya Chalotra, who portrays Haroona, the game’s audacious main protagonist. The actress’ knack for bringing strong female characters to life made her an obvious choice when it came to casting Unknown 9: Awakening’s lead character.

Unknown 9: Awakening is the key entry point into the Unknown 9 IP’s expansive narrative universe, which includes a series of interconnected adventures told across comic books, podcasts, novels, and more. Players will be able to extend their Unknown 9: Awakening experience by enjoying these tales. Those who know where to look will uncover their share of crossovers, callbacks, secrets and more.

Unknown 9: Awakening will launch this summer 2024 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. For more information on Unknown 9: Awakening and other products from Bandai Namco Europe please visit https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok. Join the conversation on X.

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™.

For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu

About Reflector Entertainment

Founded in Montreal in 2016, Reflector Entertainment is a new breed of studio that specializes in the creation of immersive narrative universes. Its products, which are as enjoyable as standalone experiences as they are when consumed all together, span various entertainment formats and empower audiences to craft their own unique journeys across vast narrative landscapes. In 2020, the studio was acquired by Bandai Namco Europe, the headquarters of Bandai Namco Holdings Inc. for mainland Europe, recognized internationally for top franchises including PAC-MAN™, TEKKEN™, and the award-winning game, ELDEN RING™.

For more information on Reflector Entertainment, please visit www.reflectorentertainment.com  

BIP Blueprint links Studios in Early Development with Creators to Boost Visibility, Secure Superior Publishing Deals, Successful Game Launches

• Beck Interactive Partners, founded by industry expert Alex Beck, announces launch, aims to transform game representation and influencer landscape
• BIP emphasizes aiding indie developers, ensuring exceptional games from smaller teams gain visibilty in saturated market
• Focused on long-term relationships, BIP’s rev share model brings studios and creators together from early development, fostering public interest and advantageous publisher deals

March 5, 2024 | Developer representation firm Beck Interactive Partners (BIP) launches today, under the guidance of seasoned industry veteran Alex Beck. BIP aims to forge a new and unique path in the game marketing and influencer landscape by fostering authentic partnerships between innovative game developers, influential creators, and visionary publishers.

Having served as the former Director of the Loaded Games Team, the largest influencer management firm on Twitch, Beck has orchestrated over 500 creator deals, facilitated collaboration with over 50 game publishers, and has deployed over 17.5 million USD in budget for creator collaborations with game studios worldwide.

Beck’s vision involves a framework aimed at forging sustainable and reciprocal relationships between studios and influencers, with a special focus on emerging studios and games in the early stages of development. Utilizing a proprietary dataset, BIP strategically connects their studio clients with top-tier influencers. This involvement amplifies the game’s development journey, leveraging creators’ vast, dedicated audiences across social platforms. This engagement boosts public interest and enthusiasm, generating momentum as the game nears its launch.

This revenue-sharing partnership not only bolsters the game’s appeal and brings attention to the studio, but enables creators to invest in projects they are truly passionate about. This cultivates an environment that attracts great publishers, who come prepared to offer favorable deals, supporting the collective success of all parties involved. 

Through this model, BIP not only addresses the challenge of discoverability in a deeply saturated market, but throws into focus the maturation of creators, and their largely untapped potential in game marketing.   

“The influencer ecosystem has shifted,” says Beck. “It’s not the wild west anymore. A rapidly growing number of today’s creators are brand-conscious professionals seeking to be a positive force in gaming. They want to be advocates and partners, curating relationships with studios where they aren’t simply contracted to play and stream a studio’s game for short-term gain, but invest personally in its long-term success. BIP exists to facilitate these relationships, ensuring creators are foundationally matched with studio clients, so their go-to-market roadmap is paved with the best publishing agreements possible.”

While BIP can easily support the needs of established studios, Beck seeks to distinguish his firm with a mission to elevate the games of emerging indie developers with limited resources.

Concludes Beck, “With so many studio closures and games lost to cancellation in recent years, navigating our industry is already daunting. Much like the ’90s ushered in a golden era of independent movies when the film industry was struggling, I believe indie games can play a similar revitalizing role for us while our industry finds its footing, and beyond. However, for that to happen, these games need to be seen. Our goal is to ensure that the studios we represent, regardless of development team size or resources, have every opportunity for success and recognition in a crowded marketplace. We intend to be the one-stop, industry solution that ensures the next Lethal Company doesn’t slip through the cracks because there was nobody there to evangelize on its behalf.”

BIP will announce its first studio/creator partnership in the coming weeks. 

ABOUT BECK INTERACTIVE PARTNERS

Beck Interactive Partners was founded in 2023 with a mission to redefine developer representation. Using a proprietary dataset, BIP identifies emerging studio talent and connects them with world-class content creators. Utilizing their vast followings and passion to shine a light on unique games and the teams who make them, these collaborations aim to maximize the conditions for securing optimal publisher deals for go-to-market launch.

Extended gameplay and area boss “Viper” are unveiled in the next chapter of Nexon’s time-honored Dungeon & Fighter franchise

SEOUL – March 6, 2024 – Live during Xbox Partner Preview, Nexon and Neople unveiled a new official trailer for The First Berserker: Khazan, a highly anticipated single-player action RPG from the extensive universe of Dungeon & Fighter (DNF). A unique blend of Dungeon & Fighter’s anime art style and distinct combat system, The First Berserker: Khazan places emphasis on stylish combos, fast dodging, and precise parrying. The trailer introduced audiences to the unique action and darkly-atmospheric visuals of Khazan through an intense battle scene with area boss “Viper”: The First Berserker: Khazan – Gameplay Reveal | Xbox Partner Preview (youtube.com)

First teased at The Game Awards in 2023, The First Berserker: Khazan tells the story of the Great General Khazan, the ancestor of all slayers, after he was falsely accused of treason. In this hardcore action RPG, thrilling combat takes center stage with every step of Khazan’s bloody quest for vengeance against those who orchestrated his downfall, marked by a dark fantasy world, gritty, manga-inspired visuals and intense, aggressive and ever-changing styles of battle.

The new trailer follows an in-game scene set against the backdrop of the Embars region leading up to a boss encounter with “Viper.” It also highlights key battle scenes during the boss’ first and second phases, never-before-seen combat, executions and Khazan’s impactful burst attacks that ground themselves in Dungeon & Fighter’s trademark punchy, yet edgy cartoon graphics.

Alongside the new trailer, Nexon and Neople announced that they will host the second focus group test preceded by the successful first test conducted exclusively in Korea in February.

The First Berserker: Khazan will be available for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. For more information about The First Berserker: Khazan, visit the official game website and

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About NEXON Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1994, NEXON Co., Ltd. (Nexon) (3659.TO) is a company engaged in the production, development and operation of online games and Virtual Worlds. First listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon was placed on JPX400 in 2015 and added to the Nikkei Stock Index 300 in 2017. In 2020, Nexon was added to the Nikkei 225. Nexon currently has more than 45 live games in more than 190 countries on PC, console, and mobile. Major game franchises include MapleStory, KartRider and Dungeon&Fighter. In 2021, Nexon completed the acquisition of Embark Studios AB, a company based in Stockholm, Sweden, developing multiple projects for global release.

About NEOPLE INC.

Founded in 2001, NEOPLE INC. is a Korean game developing company that continually innovates to create new experiences under the motto: “We make wonders!”. In 2005, NEOPLE released the blockbuster online action RPG Dungeon&Fighter, which quickly grew to become one of the world’s most popular and successful entertainment franchises with over 850 million registered players. NEOPLE has developed multiple game titles including Cyphers. In 2015, NEOPLE moved its headquarters to Jeju Island in Korea and built a creative game development based on great talent. NEOPLE also supports the local community with multiple CSR initiatives. Today, NEOPLE is a consolidated subsidiary of NEXON Co.,Ltd.

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