‘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.

BATTLE LEVIATHAN THE LOST IN FINAL FANTASY XVI’S FINAL DLC, THE RISING TIDE

Free Update Ver 1.31 Also Brings Multiple Quality-of-Life Enhancements and More to FINAL FANTASY XVI

SYDNEY (April 19, 2024) – The final DLC for the critically acclaimed action-RPG, FINAL FANTASY™XVI, titledThe Rising Tide, has nowreleased for the PlayStation®5 console. This paid DLC follows the successful release of the first paid DLC, titled Echoes of the Fallen, with both chapters available separately or as a part of the FINAL FANTASY XVI Expansion Pass at a discounted price.

The Rising Tide unlocks an all-new story, battles, sidequests, weapons, accessories, level cap and more, adding a new depth to Clive’s journey before the exciting conclusion of FINAL FANTASY XVI. Players will gain new Eikonic abilities, explore a beautiful new area in the hidden land of Mysidia, and dive into battle against the legendary water Eikon, Leviathan the Lost. The new DLC also adds brand new end-game content with the Kairos Gate, where players will challenge 20 stages of intense scored and ranked battles against waves of enemies.

Special bonus items for purchasing The Rising Tide or the Expansion Pass include a reimagined version of the “Curtana,” the signature weapon used by the Warrior of Light in FINAL FANTASY XIV, as well as “Torn from the Heavens” and “Through the Maelstrom” Orchestrion Rolls, to be played as background music in the hideaway.

A free update (Ver. 1.31) also became available for FINAL FANTASY XVI. Players who download the update will be able to enjoy many quality-of-life improvements for the game, including:

• Return to a quest giver immediately with the new “Quick Complete” function
• Icon updates for important character quests
• A new Skill Set feature which allows players to save up to 5 unique Feat and Ability sets
• Abilities and Accessories adjusted to make easier to use
• New “Custom” controller type allows for freely customizable button layouts
• Tone correction, screen effects, and more added to Photo Mode
• Numerous new orchestrion rolls added

The base game, FINAL FANTASY XVI,introduces players to an all-new story in the FINAL FANTASY universe, an epic dark fantasy that takes place in the realm of Valisthea – a land blessed in the light of the Mothercrystals, and where peace falters as the spread of the Blight threatens to destroy their dominions. The fate of the land is decided by the Eikons, mighty summoned beasts and their Dominants, men and women who have been blessed with the ability to call upon and wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a warrior granted the title “First Shield of Rosaria” and sworn to protect his younger brother Joshua, the Dominant of the Phoenix, Eikon of Fire. Before long, Clive will be caught up in a great tragedy and swear revenge on the Dark Eikon known as Ifrit, a mysterious entity that brings calamity in its wake.

Players can experience the beginning of Clive’s epic tale and learn about his ambitions and goals for free, by downloading the FINAL FANTASY XVI Demo on the PlayStation™ Store here.

FINAL FANTASY XVI is available now for PlayStation®5.

About FINAL FANTASY

For over 35 years, the FINAL FANTASY series has delighted generations of gamers and millions of players worldwide through beloved role-playing adventures that are built upon the benchmarks of spectacular visuals, highly imaginative worlds, rich stories, memorable characters, and technical and gameplay innovation leading the industry and earning the highest accolades from around the world. Each mainline game in the series is a completely new experience, and an ideal entry-point to the series. Titles of the series have sold over 185 million units worldwide. 

About Square Enix, Inc. 
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY™, which has sold over 185 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 88 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
  
More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com 

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LOGO ILLUSTRATION: © YOSHITAKA AMANO. “PlayStation” and “PS5” are registered trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Wildcard developer behind No More Heroes and killer7 joins the fun

ATLANTA — April 18, 2023 — MomoCon, the largest celebration of gaming and anime in the Southeast United States, returns to the Georgia World Congress Center from Friday, May 24, through Monday, May 27, 2024, and the legendary Suda51 joins as this year’s keynote speaker.

Goichi “Suda51” Suda, renowned director, writer, and game designer from the No More Heroes series, Shadows of the Damned, and killer7 among many other projects, will take the stage on Saturday, May 25, at 4 pm, for an intimate keynote speech about his career, game development, and his upcoming projects.

Furthering the excitement, MomoCon has added Japanese idol group BABYBEARD to this year’s performance lineup. Following the success of the singles NIPPON KARA KONNICHIWA (Hello from Japan) and PIENNIZER, the group will take the stage for “An Adorable Assault on the Senses” on Saturday, May 25, at 2:30 pm.

The show will also host several video game tournaments, with three major brackets for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Splatoon 3 to create the ultimate Nintendo brawl. Get those fight sticks ready for Street Fighter 6, Tekken 8, Guilty Gear -Strive-, and Mortal Kombat 1 brackets throughout the weekend, alongside tabletop and card game faceoffs. Learn more and register through the MomoCon 2024 Start.GG page. 

On the show floor, guests will have a host of gaming demos and merchandise to check out, including the latest from indie exhibitors MultiPath, NerdBurger Games, Universe of Legends TCG, When Suddenly! Games, Sliced Kiwi Studios, Aleth Labs, and Slap Stag, to name a few.

Stay up to date with all confirmed 2024 guests, concerts, panels, and more on the MomoCon’s official website. An official schedule and a full list of events will be revealed closer to the event. 

“We are over the moon to have Suda51 back in Atlanta to host this year’s keynote speech,” said Chris Stuckey, MomoCon Co-Founder. “His legacy and work is very important to our fans, and to have him back during such an important year for his career makes it even more important to us. We can’t wait to hear what he has to share!”

To apply for a media pass, please fill out the press accreditation form. Content creator badges are also available, including live-streaming opportunities directly from the show floor. 

For more information on the event, check out the official MomoCon site and follow MomoCon on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Tumblr, Discord, and Instagram for updates. 

About MomoCon

Founded in 2004 by Jessica Merriman and Chris Stuckey, then students at Georgia Tech, MomoCon has grown from a 700-person on-campus event to the largest event in the southeast United States for fans of video games, animation, cosplay, comics, and tabletop games.

TOKYO — April. 18th, 2024 — INDIE Live Expo, Japan’s premiere online digital showcase series connecting indie game fans all over the world, will debut never-before-seen games and content updates across more than 100 titles on May 25th, 2024, with simultaneous broadcasts in English, Japanese, Chinese and Korean on YouTube, X, and Twitch.

With Spring in full bloom, the tenth INDIE Live Expo event will offer a fresh crop of 2024’s newest indies. On the heels of a successful Winter showcase which accumulated 10.7 million views, INDIE Live Expo nears 100 million views across 10 events since its inception in 2020 while spotlighting more than 2600 indies to date. 

Witness world premieres and content updates across 100+ titles, including fan favorites such as Witch and Lilies, the romantic JRPG dungeon-crawler by Stromatosoft Inc, Omega Crafter, the automation-focused open-world crafting survival adventure by Preferred Networks, Boyhood’s End, the puzzle-filled story adventure by Why So Serious, Inc., PIGGY ONE SUPER SPARK, a hyper kinetic action platformer by Hanabushi and hako life, and developer ACQUIRE Corp.’s roguelike deckbuilder C.A.R.D.S. RPG: The Misty Battlefield. 

Tune into the INDIE Live Premiere for exclusive reveals of games handpicked by the INDIE Live Expo executive committee. Check out INDIE Waves for a rapid-fire showcase segment filled with bite-sized updates for dozens of new games. Gain a greater appreciation for the love poured into these experiences with Indie Studios Around the World, which features in-depth looks at the local cultures and regional history of the teams crafting beloved games.

The INDIE Live Expo Official Discord Channel opens its doors to serve as a gathering place for developers and consumers alike. With direct access to developers, indie game fans can lend their voices to the creation and refinement of upcoming indies.

“We are once again blown away by the games that have been submitted,” said Ryuta Konuma, Founder and CEO, Ryu’s Office. “It is an honor to witness the incredible talents and creations from all over the world, and it reinforces our belief in our mission to put a spotlight on your games. May 25th will be filled with surprises; stay tuned!”

A variety of INDIE Live Expo Winter 2024 sponsorship opportunities are available for companies of all sizes, including video featuring. For more information, please visit the informational and submission page here. Content creators of all sizes are invited to simulcast INDIE Live Expo here.

For more information and detailed reports on previous broadcasts, the impact of participating in INDIE Live Expo, INDIE Live Expo Awards, and information on how to promote games for creators, developers, and publishers alike, please consider subscribing to the INDIE Live Expo Letter.

Fans who cannot wait until May can rewatch DAY1 and DAY2 of INDIE Live Expo Winter 2023 on YouTube. For more information, please visit the INDIE Live Expo website, follow @INDIELiveExpoEN on X, and search for #INDIELiveExpo on social media.

About Ryu’s Office

Ryu’s Office offers in-depth marketing solutions for smartphone, console, arcade, and PC games in Japan. They are particularly focused on the planning and production of numerous live broadcasts based out of Japan for the gaming industry. To learn more, visit the official Ryu’s Office website.

LOS ANGELES – April 18, 2024 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has launched the latest update for SEVEN KNIGHTS IDLE ADVENTURE. The new update welcomes the arrival of a new legendary hero and introduces the brand-new Guild War mode.

This new game update introduces Karma, the final member of the Four Lords of Old. He is a Defense type hero who strengthens his allies’ firepower and viability. His skills allow him to cast a shield to his teammates and grants Karma to debuff his enemies. When Karma successfully lands a critical hit, it grants a buff to his allies, increasing the final damage upon attacking enemies inflicted with Karma. Players can also choose Legendary Hero Amelia, a new melee hero specialized in PvP as part of this update as well.

The brand-new Guild War, a 30v30 PvP mode that allows guilds to fight against each other and increase their Destruction Score, is now available. Guilds with 20 or more members can participate in the mode, with the winner receiving rewards including the Medal of Honor to level up their Emblem growth system.

This update adds several new challenges and a new boss, including the introduction of stages 13,601 to 14,400. The Salem Challenger Pass is now available through May 1, providing players the opportunity to obtain the Legendary Hero Salem. Additionally, players can battle the new Special Dungeon Boss, Giant Spider, until April 24.

SEVEN KNIGHTS IDLE ADVENTURE offers several new in-game events for players to enjoy through May 1, including:

• The Rate Up Summon Event: Obtain heroes such as Karma, Amelia, Zahara and Nezha.
• Spirited Mages’ Carnival Event: Players can earn points that can be exchanged for the Legendary heroes Salem, Tara and Noa and various rewards including Hero Summon Tickets, Gold, Hero EXP, and more.

Based on their flagship franchise and the successor to the original Seven Knights game, SEVEN KNIGHTS IDLE ADVENTURE has been reimagined as an idle RPG. Developed with low capacity and low specification devices in mind with a guiding principle of easy playability, players will experience an expanded storyline with previously untold episodes of the original Seven Knights heroes. Collect and nurture returning fan-favorites who have been reborn as cute SD characters.

As an official continuation of Seven Knights, a game enjoyed by 60 million players globally, SEVEN KNIGHTS IDLE ADVENTURE will be an exciting addition for fans looking to learn more and interact with their favorite heroes with a low time investment.

For more information on SEVEN KNIGHTS IDLE ADVENTURE, please be sure to stay tuned to the official brand website for future updates. The game will continue to introduce many more heroes and modes in the coming months.

About Netmarble Corporation

Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds, The King of Fighters ALLSTAR, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

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