ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 has three DLCs available today!

Players will be thrilled with the new era coming their way! The One Piece Film: Red pack DLC features characters Uta, Shanks and Koby, who are set to join explosive battles.

Meet the characters of the One Piece Film: Red pack DLC: 

• Uta: Shanks’ adoptive daughter and a childhood friend of Luffy’s. She is now a worldwide famous singer residing on Elegia island and seeks to start a new genesis, free from the hands of the pirates, whom she despises. Armed with her beautiful voice and the powers from the Sing-Sing Fruit, she can activate her Uta World and attack by sending the musical notes and confections she creates bouncing around. She can also transform into the Uta Knight and fly freely around the battlefield. 

• Shanks: Red-Haired Shanks has never worn his name better than now, as he returns as a playable character. Shanks is a skilled swordsman and powerful Haki user. Years after leaving his adoptive daughter on Elegia, he comes back to attempt to save her and the island from a tragic end. 

• Koby: Once a shy and fearful soldier, he has come a long way to become a respected leader in the Marines. His active role in the SWORD unit will lead him to Elegia island to investigate Uta’s influence on its inhabitants. Koby mainly fights hand-to-hand using the Six Powers. Landing his most powerful attacks will increase morale and enhance support attacks. 

This DLC is part of the Character Pass 2 but can also be purchased on its own.

Alongside this first DLC, the Additional Episode 2 DLC, titled “Koby’s Combat Chronicles & Soul Map 2”, releases today as well to play in single player. This new content is available as part of the Additional Episode pack or can be purchased separately. And lastly, as the characters fight off waves of enemies, players can listen along to the One Piece Film: Red soundtrack with the One Piece Film: Red Anime Song Pack, the third DLC available for purchase today. The movie’s soundtrack can be chosen from the settings, in the battle preparation screen, right before jumping into action.

For more information and details, watch the trailer below and stay tuned for more news on the last DLC of the Character Pass 2 to come! 

ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC, and compatible with PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.  

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Granblue Showcase: Part 2 – Relink and Granblue Fantasy: The Animation Now Available on Cygames YouTube Channel

TOKYO, JAPAN – Jan. 11, 2024 – Tokyo-based video game publisher and developer Cygames, Inc. (HQ: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; President: Koichi Watanabe; hereinafter referred to as “Cygames”) has announced that a demo version of Granblue Fantasy: Relink will be available for download on PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®4 platforms on Jan. 12, 2024. Published, produced, and developed by Cygames, Granblue Fantasy: Relink releases globally both in physical (with XSEED Games) and in digital formats for PlayStation®5 and PlayStation®4, and in digital format for the Steam® platform on Feb. 1, 2024.

Introducing the Granblue Fantasy: Relink Demo!

PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4 store page.https://store.playstation.com/en-au/concept/229066/

Three modes are available in the Granblue Fantasy: Relink demo.1. Story Mode

Experience a small slice of the main story! Upon completing this mode, players will earn a reward that is claimable in the full game of Granblue Fantasy: Relink.2. Quest Mode

Work your way through a sampling of three quests that are playable solo or with other players via an internet connection! Upon completing this mode, players will earn rewards that are claimable in the full game of Granblue Fantasy: Relink.

Eleven characters are available in quest mode, each with their own unique fighting style. There’s someone for everyone!

Available Demo Characters:

Gran, Katalina, Rackam, Io, Charlotta, Ghandagoza, Narmaya, Lancelot, Siegfried, Yodarha, and Zeta.3. Tutorial Mode

Play through this mode to learn the basic controls!

• Content in the demo may differ from the full game.
• Game data can’t be saved or loaded in the demo.
• Progress made in the demo does not transfer over to the full game.
• Demo rewards can’t be claimed in the full game if saved data for clearing the demo is lost or erased.
• There are no plans for a Steam version of the demo.
• Supported languages: English, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Portuguese (Brazil), Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean.

Granblue Showcase: Part 2 – Relink

Granblue Showcase: Part 2 – Relink aired on Jan. 11 in Japan, in which more of Relink’s story and quests were introduced. In addition, the showcase revealed new information such as tense, high-difficulty quests for more advanced players, as well as touched upon future content updates after release.

Prepare for the Journey—Episodes 1–7 of Granblue Fantasy: The Animation Are Available to Watch on YouTube!

To commemorate the release of Granblue Fantasy: Relink, the first seven episodes of Granblue Fantasy: The Animation have been made available to watch from Jan. 5 to Feb. 4 for free on the Cygames EN YouTube channel.

Enrich Your Granblue Fantasy: Relink Experience!

While players can enjoyRelink as a standalone title, those looking to bolster their Relink experience can learn more about Gran’s relationship with Lyria and why he left his home island. In Granblue Fantasy: The Animation, you’ll discover how Gran assembled his crew when first setting off on his journey to the end of the skies. For those interested in the lore behind Granblue or wanting to relive the experience, make sure to check out the episodes on YouTube while they’re available!

Cygames EN YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CygamesEN

*Japanese voices only.

*Subtitles available in the following languages: English, French, German, Spanish (Spain) and Portuguese (Brazil).

About Granblue Fantasy: Relink

Engage in real-time combat with a party of up to four characters in Granblue Fantasy: Relink.

Choose from a diverse roster of characters, each with their own unique weapons, skills, and combat styles. Whether button mashing with abandon or timing each attack with perfect precision, there is a play style for everyone. Every enemy and party formation has its own strengths and weaknesses—the key to victory lies in working out how these pieces fit together.

Assist modes provide accessibility for gamers of all skill levels. Full Assist mode essentially handles all aspects of combat when enabled.

Granblue Fantasy: Relink offers a complete single-player experience and cooperative online multiplayer action. Unite with others to tackle more than 100 quests that feature various goals and enemies!

Story

Granblue Fantasy takes place in the Sky Realm, a world where myriad islands float in a great blue expanse. Take your role as captain of a skyfaring crew, joined by a scrappy little dragon named Vyrn and a young girl with mysterious powers named Lyria. Together you sail with a colorful cast of crewmates, including kings and misfits alike, for Estalucia, a fabled island beyond the end of the skies.

In the Zegagrande Skydom, islands are guarded by powerful creatures known as primal beasts and winds carry tales of a secretive organization known as the Church of Avia. Unveil a web of intrigue reaching far beyond the borders of Zegagrande and engage in a battle for the fate of the Sky Realm itself.

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LOS ANGELES, CA – January 11,2024  – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has unveiled the latest update for SEVEN KNIGHTS IDLE ADVENTURE in collaboration with Naver Webtoon’s Omniscient Reader. Building on the previous collaboration update in December, this latest update introduces four brand-new heroes and exciting events.

In this update, players can discover four brand-new heroes, including characters from Omniscient Reader – Junghyeok Yu (Legendary), Sangah Yu (Legendary), Bai Jiao (Legendary), and Sage Pooki (Extra).

Junghyeok Yu, a melee hero, can utilize his active skill Giant Body Transformation to penetrate enemy lines and inflict additional damage to ranged foes. He also gains the buff Tiger God Aura, allowing him to block all attacks for a period after a successful active skill attack.

Sangah Yu, a ranged hero, excels at infiltrating deep into enemy territory to hide and uses theAgile Movement buff, boosting her attack speed while restraining enemies upon a      critical hit.

Moreover, a special dungeon, Tara Challenger Pass is available for a limited time, allowing players to acquire the Legendary Hero Tara until the 24th of this month. Numerous content updates include new costumes for the three latest heroes (\Yoo Jung-hyuk, Yoo Sang-ah, and Bai Jiao), a new costume for Dokja Kim, and the introduction of the new territory Sage Peak.

To celebrate this update, various events are scheduled until January 24th. A Rate Up event will enable players to obtain Junghyeok Yu, Sangah Yu, and Bai Jiao while the Sages’ Carnival Event offers the Legendary hero Roro along with numerous unique heroes with many in-game items. Players can reap rewards through the Collaboration Check-In Event, where logging into the game on day 1 provides them with Sangah Yu and on day 7 with Yoo Jung Hyuk.

Based on their flagship franchise and the successor to the original Seven Knights game, SEVEN KNIGHTS IDLE ADVENTUREhas 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 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, The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, and forthcoming PC games like Paragon: The Overprime. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

Embark on a Strategic Journey in this Turn-Based Fantasy Epic from AgeofGames

Wishlist the game on Steam today, and be ready for launch!

Bari, Apulia, Italy, January 11th 2024: AgeofGames, in collaboration with Troglobytes Games and Untold Games, are proud to reveal the launch date for the highly anticipated Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars. The epic turn-based strategy wargame is set to make its mark on Steam for PC on January 18th, 2024, for the price of £6.69, with a 38% launch discount bringing the price to £4.82.

Immerse Yourself in Epic Battles: Unravel the Story Across Four Campaigns

Fantasy Kommander invites players to immerse themselves in a medieval-inspired isometric realm of fantasy, featuring 90s-style pre-rendered graphics for a nostalgic experience that’s set to catapult fans of the genre back to one of the true classics of our time. Command armies, master the intricacies of the battle system, and unravel a captivating storyline across four campaigns filled with heroes, quests, and formidable enemies.

Battles unfold on hexagonal maps, regulated by the proprietary tactical simulation system “Archangelus.” Deploy a diverse array of units, from hundreds of soldiers to unique characters such as war machines, mighty archers, priests, cavalry and dragons. Each unit, akin to classic RPG characters, possesses distinct characteristics and abilities that can be enhanced through the hard earned experience gained on the battlefield.

The game page is here, and the 130+ page game guide is here.

Discover Mysterious Enemies: Conquer Realms, Be Forever Victorious

As a valiant general amidst a devastating war, players will receive messages from Emperor Karl and the Grand Council of Mages, guiding them to discover a mysterious enemy plotting in the shadows. Three mighty Heroes stand alongside players, representing Humans, Elves, and Dwarves, ready to assist in trials, challenges, and triumphs across the great Empire of Adamantia and mysterious uncharted lands. Each campaign comprises multiple battles with escalating objectives, offering gold, fame points, and various benefits for successful completion. With a complex battle system, immersive narrative, and over 70 unique units, Fantasy Kommander promises a rich gaming experience.

The game will be available on Steam for PC on January 18th for the price of £4.82 (discounted 38%)

“We’re thrilled to bring Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars back to our community. This game is a testament to our commitment to reviving our classic titles with immersive gameplay, which have been played by past generations of games, literally millions of times.” Says Fabio Belsanti, CEO of AgeofGames. “While we acknowledge some technical limitations as we have done for all our prior retro re-releases, we believe that players will find joy in experiencing this strategic masterpiece once again, as they have already shown us in great numbers when we began this retro revival journey last year, with titles like Etrom, Chroma Wars and Eukarion Tales 2”.

“Working on bringing Fantasy Kommander back to life has been an exciting time for us. We’re proud to be collaborating with AgeofGames and Untold Games in reintroducing this game to a new generation.” Admits Saverio Caporusso, co-founder and CEO of Troglobytes Games “We invite players to dive into the realms of Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars next week, and hope they enjoy this unique concoction of  magic and strategy that has captivated gamers since its initial release in 2013.”

Fantasy Kommander: Eukarion Wars will be available on Steam for PC starting January 18th, 2024. Prepare to lead your troops strategically and conquer the fantasy world in this epic adventure.

About AgeofGames:

AgeofGames was founded in 2001, in Bari, Italy and is an independent development studio of games and interactive narrative works in the cultural, historical-reconstruction, and entertainment sectors. Between 2008 and 2018 the studio developed and managed a vast editorial portal of flash games which saw over 100 million plays, millions of monthly visitors and hundreds of thousands of subscribers. In 2024, their mission is to continue bringing their catalog of games to new generations, and to develop completely new experiences.

Join AgeofGames’ official Discord server, here: https://discord.gg/g9g9akvStE 

Visit the website here: https://www.ageofgames.net/ 

About Troglobytes Games:

Troglobytes Games, makers of hit titles Hyper Parasyte and Blind Fate: Edo no Yami, have been around the indie development scene for over two decades, with their first venture starting off in 2001 on the GameBoy Advance. Since then, the studio has been on a mission to create innovatively high-quality games on various platforms using the latest in technology, while primarily focusing on unconventional gameplay mechanics and aesthetics.

Visit the website here: https://www.troglobytesgames.com/ 

About Untold Games:

With almost 10 years of experience in creating content and consulting for creative industries with Unreal Engine, Untold Games creates PC and console games with deep storytelling and a strong emotional impact. The company also provides development services for third parties, from rapid prototyping to the development of full multiplatform games and immersive experiences, or porting to the major gaming consoles.

Visit the website here: www.untoldgames.com

Play the Steam demo now and journey through a gripping tale inspired by Chinese mythology.

Guangzhou, China – January 11th 2024. Indie publisher 663 Games and developer Unstable Games are excited to announce Lotus Lantern: Rescue Mother, a thrilling top-down roguelite action game inspired by Chinese mythology. Releasing for PC via Steam in Q1 2024, Lotus Lantern: Rescue Mother immerses players in the fantastic journey of Chenxiang as he embarks on a mission to rescue his mother, Sanshengmu, from her incarceration for violating celestial laws. 

After mastering martial arts skills taught by the legendary Monkey King, Sun Wukong, Chenxiang must use his distinctive fighting styles as well as a variety of magical treasures and other mystical items to boost combat proficiency and craft extraordinary abilities to defeat legendary formidable foes. 

663 Games is also thrilled to announce that roguelite fans can experience the first full level and the first boss battle of Lotus Lantern: Rescue Mother in the brand-new Steam playable demo released today. Fans can head over to the Steam page to download the demo and add the game to their Wishlist now! 

Watch the announcement trailer for Lotus Lantern: Rescue Mother below:

About Lotus Lantern: Rescue Mother

The sincere effort opens even the hardest stone. 

Sanshengmu, a goddess from the celestial court, has been imprisoned beneath Mount Hua for violating celestial laws by giving birth to a boy named Chenxiang with a mortal. When Chenxiang came of age and learned the truth, he vowed to rescue his mother. 

With the assistance of Sun Wukong and other powerful immortals, Chenxiang must overcome numerous trials and defeat formidable enemies to finally be reunited with his mother. 

• Rich combinations of sects and magical treasures – Multiple sect systems will enhance various combat styles. Create your own magical combat abilities by combining a dazzling array of magical treasures with cultivating dozens of items. In each challenge, you always harvest new surprises.
• Encounter well-known deities and immortals – On your perilous journey, you will meet many characters from Chinese mythology, such as Sun Wukong, the Eight Immortals, Erlang Shen and Nezha. Be they foes or friends, they will join you in crafting this gripping and suspenseful tale.
• An ancient artefact and mystical powers – In addition to the real-time action combat, players can utilise the Lotus Lantern, an ancient artefact to unleash divine abilities like Time Manipulation and Bullet Time. The Lotus Lantern can also permanently enhance your abilities, aiding you in overcoming indomitable enemies!
• An unpredictable adventure – As you encounter numerous random events throughout the game, will you challenge yourself or seek stability? It’s all up to you! 

Lotus Lantern: Rescue Mother will be released in early 2024 on PC via Steam. Fans can wishlist the game on Steam now.

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About 663 Games 

663 Games is a newly established publishing label committed to premium and indie game publishing on PC, consoles, and mobile platforms. The company, headquartered in China, was founded by a team of passionate gamers and industry veterans. The team had a proven track record of achieving global success with several titles previously, offering extensive experience and resources for worldwide publishing, along with unique advantages for a strong presence in the Chinese market. The team empathises with the financial challenges that independent developers and small teams often encounter, and 663 Games is dedicated to providing them with funding support to help bring their creative visions to life. As a new, ambitious and trustworthy global publisher, 663 Games collaborates closely with developers to ensure commercial success.

Pre-orders are live now for the haunting action RPG, coming next month to PC and consoles

PARIS – Jan. 11, 2024 – Focus Entertainment and DON’T NOD have unveiled a touching and intimate new gameplay trailer for Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden. Immerse yourself in a compelling and personal narrative within this gripping action RPG, taking on the roles of two skilled ghost hunters and partners facing challenging decisions with profound consequences for both the living and the dead. Launching on February 13 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, pre-orders are open now on all platforms.

Life to the living, death to the dead

New Eden, 1695: Antea and Red are lovers and Banishers, trained spirit-hunters, protecting people from lingering specters. But when tragedy strikes and Antea herself becomes a ghost, will you honor your Banisher oath…or sacrifice the living in a desperate bid to bring your beloved back?

Antea and Red, the two main protagonists, reveal the depth of their relationship through this brand-new trailer. Delve into an intimate tale of love, death, and sacrifice that binds two lovers together. Navigate the challenges of being haunted ghost hunters and make tough decisions to support your departed partner.

Exclusive editions to enhance your Banisher collection

Discover the Red Echoes Edition of Banishers, containing an old leather-bound journal illustrated with Red’s memories, as well as an ink writing set, the game on the platform of your choice, and the downloadable “Wanderer Set” content!

 And don’t miss the Collector’s Edition of Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, which includes:

• The game on the platform of your choice with the downloadable “Wanderer Set” for Red
• A separable statuette of Red and Antea
• The official artbook of the game
• A SteelBook®
• Two Banishers signet rings

These versions are exclusive to the Focus Entertainment Store and limited in number.

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden releases February 13 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and the Epic Games Store. Pre-order the game, grab its Collector’s Edition or the Red Echoes Edition, and sign up as a Focus member and subscribe to the newsletter to get the latest exclusive info and upcoming special offers for Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden and the whole Focus catalog.

HONG KONG, JANUARY 11, 2024 – Developer Angela Game and publisher Imperium Interactive Entertainment have announced that Version 1.0 of their multiplayer war sandbox game Myth of Empires will release February 21, 2024 on Steam.

In anticipation of the release, Angela Game will be holding a limited-time playtest on Steam starting January 23 and lasting until January 30. The playtest will feature access to the game’s new Dongzhou map and gameplay features in addition to the original map. A total of 18 servers will be open for the playtest across North America, Europe and Asia. Interested players can register for the playtest now on the Myth of Empires Steam store page.

Apply for the Playtest HERE: store.steampowered.com/app/1371580/Myth_of_Empires/

Myth of Empires is a multiplayer sandbox game featuring a high degree of freedom. Players will fight to survive and earn their place in a world torn by war, build fortresses, lead armies in massive battles, siege enemy cities, and establish their own empires!

Myth of Empires Key Features:

• Brave an unforgiving world full of bandits, wild animals, and hostile players. Stave off hunger with meat collected through hunting, and collect resources from the world to build a fortress.
• Engage enemies in intense, bloody combat. Control the direction of your strikes to maximize their impact and damage.
• Craft dozens of different kinds of weapons and armor to help you in battle. Make swords, spears, halberds, axes, throwing weapons, crossbows, bows, shields, and more!
• Construct massive siege weapons such as ballistas, catapults, trebuchets, and siege ladders to wreak havoc on enemy fortresses!
• Traverse a massive open world by land, air, and sea. Tame mountable horses and elephants, soar through the skies on gliders and kites, or sail stream and sea alike upon your own crafted boats.
• Two maps: Zhongzhou, the game’s original map; and Version 1.0’s new Dongzhou Island map, an expansive new world featuring islets, volcanoes, seas, and ships, as well as new boss content. The Dongzhou map is a free addition to the game.
• A robust guild system allows players to form factions with their friends and form alliances with other guilds, all in the name of conquering the world!
• Multiple ways to play the game, including hosted and solo modes, private servers, and official servers. Both PVE and PVP servers are available.
• Modding support and a robust modding tool give players even more power over the world of Myth of Empires.

Follow us on social media to stay up-to-date on all the latest news, content updates and events. Myth of Empires is developed by Angela Game’s T’ien-Kung Studio.

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About T’ien-Kung Studio

T’ien-Kung Studio is one of Angela Game’s core game development teams. It consists of more than 50 senior members, each with more than a decade of game development experience. The core creators have worked together for more than ten years, and have collaborated on the development of a variety of games for PC, consoles, VR platforms, and mobile systems.

About Angela Game

Angela Game is an independent game developer located in Suzhou, China. Founded in 2019, this passionate, ambitious, and talented studio seeks to create titles that appeal to hardcore gamers looking for original ideas and engaging gameplay.

About Imperium Interactive Entertainment

Imperium Interactive Entertainment, Ltd. was established in Hong Kong in 2019. Imperium is a global publishing company dedicated to PC, Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and mobile game products. These innovative high-quality products provide players a rich experience that emphasizes freedom and fun.

Action-packed anime MOBA gears up for next competitive tournament

Amsterdam, The Netherlands — January 11, 2024 | Following the success of December’s Global Showmatch in Busan, Nimble Neuron is excited to reveal the next major event on the Eternal Return calendar to kick off 2024: the Eternal Return Challengers Series! Players from around the world will get a chance to win it all as they fight for eternal glory in one of the genre’s most competitive esports tournaments.

The ERCS will take over from the Lumia Marathon event with the first round of the North America preliminary group stages starting this week on January 13. During the ERCS, 16 teams will battle it out for their share of $1,800, with a bounty of in-game currency also up for grabs. 

Every week, two blocks of four teams will merge, forming two eight-team squad lobbies. Each lobby will compete in 5 games, and team points will be allocated based on their placements.

The top two teams to emerge victorious will then proceed to the Grand Final on February 3, going head to head in a decisive showdown staged over unlimited rounds until a point cap is achieved to see who will be crowned the winner of the NA series. The winners will take home an incredible $1,000, as well as 2,400 NP (in-game currency). 

Never miss a minute and watch the action unfold live via the official Eternal Return Twitch channel.

Here are the key dates for the latest season of the ERCS:

• Group Stages: Jan 13th, 2024 ~ Jan 28th, 2024 every Saturday and Sunday at 7 PM (ET) / 4 PM (PT)
• Grand Final: Feb 3rd, 2024 at 7 PM (ET) / 4 PM (PT) 

A detailed breakdown of match schedules, prizes, and the competition circuit can be found here. 

Eternal Return players outside the NA region will also have their chance to compete in the Challengers Series. Registrations for both the South America and Europe competitions will be open from January 31 to February 6 with the SA main event taking place on February 10 at 7 PM (BRT) / 10 PM (UTC) , followed by the EU main event on February 11 at 7PM (CET) / 6PM (UTC).

Eternal Return continues to go from strength to strength since leaving early access last year, and currently has a “Mostly Positive” rating on Steam across more than 50,000 user reviews. Splicing together the survival, MOBA, and battle royale genres, Nimble Neuron’s free-to-play smash hit boasts more than 70 unique playable characters and a striking anime art style. 

Eternal Return is available to download and play on PC via Steam. For the latest Eternal Return news, you can stay up to date by following the game on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Discord or Instagram. For all things ERCS, you can join the official ERCS Discord for tournament rules, sign up links and other resources.

About Eternal Return

On the deserted Lumia Island, the seedy organization known as AGLAIA is conducting secret experiments on human subjects in a bid to perfect a new race of extraordinary humans. Scour the island for materials to craft armor and weapons and be the last one standing in this thrilling, challenging multiplayer online survival arena.

About Kakao Games

Founded in 2016, Kakao Games is a leading publisher of online and mobile games, responsible for releasing titles including Pearl Abyss’ Black Desert Online (serviced in North America and Europe until early 2021), KRAFTON’s PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (serviced in Korea), ArcheAge, Survival MOBA Eternal Return (service in North America, Europe and Oceania), Kong Studios’ Guardian Tales (serviced in North America, Europe, Latin America and Oceania), and Nineark’s Eversoul (serviced in North America and Europe).

About Nimble Neuron

Founded in 2013, Nimble Neuron, mostly known for its PC Game Eternal Return. Nimble Neuron is made of passionate game players who have the common goal of creating high quality games for the enjoyment of players all across the globe. To learn more, visit their website.

Following on from 2024’s inaugural PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup, today PlayStation Australia is pleased to announce the first additions to the PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue*. Players can enjoy a survival horror masterclass in the shape of Resident Evil 2, fuse D&D with guns via Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, experience the daily life of a blue-collar spaceship salvager in Hardspace: Shipbreaker and get destructive in paradise with Just Cause 3. These and many more titles are playable from Tuesday, 16 January. See below for a closer look at each game in turn. 

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalogue

Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands – Next-Level Edition | PS4, PS5

Bullets, magic and broadswords collide across this chaotic fantasy world brought to life by the unpredictable Tiny Tina. Blast baddies with powerful guns and devastating spells in frenetic first-person battles and delve into dangerous dungeons for a shot at epic loot! Create the perfect hero with a multiclass system that lets you mix and match six unique character skill trees, all with their own awesome abilities. Level up, refine your build, expand your arsenal and become the ultimate adventurer. Enjoy the story solo or start a party with up to three friends in seamless online multiplayer or local split-screen. Share the spoils or rush to get the shiniest loot – how you play is up to you. 

Resident Evil 2 | PS4, PS5

Originally released in 1998, Resident Evil 2, one of the most iconic games of all time, returns completely reimagined for PS4 & PS5. Play individual campaigns for both Leon Kennedy and Claire Redfield using an all-new 3rd person view as you explore the zombie-infested areas of Raccoon City, now stunningly re-built using Capcom’s proprietary RE Engine. New puzzles, storylines and areas mean both new and seasoned fans will find horrifying new surprises await them!

Hardspace: Shipbreaker | PS5

Equipped with cutting-edge salvaging tech, carve and slice spaceships in zero-g to recover valuable materials in this sci-fi physics sim, exploring a variety of ship types then upgrade your tools and gear to take on more lucrative contracts in the form of bigger and harder craft. Salvage through a compelling campaign, relax in freeplay, or compete in timed challenges. 

LEGO City Undercover | PS4

In LEGO City Undercover, play as Chase McCain, a police officer who’s been tasked with going undercover to hunt down the notorious – and recently escaped – criminal Rex Fury and putting an end to his city-wide crime wave. With two-player co-op, friends can explore the sprawling open-world metropolis that is LEGO City, with more than 20 unique districts to investigate, car thieves to bust, hilarious movie references to discover, vehicles to drive, and hundreds of collectibles. LEGO City Undercover brings together witty, original storytelling with signature LEGO humour to create a fun-filled experience for players of all ages to enjoy.

Just Cause 3 | PS4

Rico Rodriguez returns to unleash chaos in the most creative and explosive ways imaginable across a Mediterranean island paradise. Arm yourself with a wide range of explosive weaponry, choose from a huge variety of different vehicles and get adventurous with dozens of challenge missions and collectibles to discover. Use your grapple and parachute to scale buildings, hijack vehicles, move quickly or tether objects together for creative new ways to cause chaos, then glide through the air and swoop across mountains with your Wingsuit giving a new way to rain death from above.

Session: Skate Sim | PS4, PS5

Express yourself freely and master innovative controls in this realistic skating sim. Made by and for skaters, Session: Skate Sim is an ultra-realistic skateboard game that combines ’90s skate culture aesthetic with modern gameplay. 

Dual stick controls emulate the feeling of your feet on a skateboard for total board and skater control. Try out real-life iconic skate spots, customise your skater and equipment with items from top skate brands. 

Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun | PS4

Shadow Tactics is a hardcore tactical stealth game set in Japan around the Edo period. Take control of a team of deadly specialists and sneak in the shadows between dozens of enemies. Choose your approach when infiltrating mighty castles, snowy mountain monasteries or hidden forest camps. Set traps, poison your opponents or completely avoid enemy contact. Carefully evaluate your options in order to master the challenging missions: how will the characters behave as a team? Which one is best equipped for each task? How can they best master the given missions? Come up with your own ingenious tactics to vanquish enemies and complete missions.

Vampire: The Masquerade – Swansong | PS4, PS5

In this narrative RPG, play as three vampires, wield their powers wisely and strike the right balance between your human and animal side in a heart-pounding story in which your choices will decide the fate of Boston. Each character has their own vampiric abilities and disciplines that you can upgrade individually to suit your preferred approach. Will you choose intimidation, seduction or stealth? It’s your decision, as long as you can sate your Hunger for blood.

Surviving the Aftermath | PS4

Survive and thrive in a post-apocalyptic future — resources are scarce, but opportunity calls! Build the ultimate disaster proof colony, protect your colonists, and restore civilization to a devastated world.  Recruit over 80 unique specialists, each with their own skills and motivations, to manage your colony’s resources. Outfit your specialists with gear to defend the colony from attacking bandits and rampaging wildlife, then send them out into a procedurally generated world to gather resources, meet rival colonies, and uncover the world’s secrets.

PlayStation Deluxe | Classics

Rally Cross | PS4, PS5

Prove your driving superiority across desert, through the lush hills of Europe, and around gigantic stadiums in Rally Cross, originally released for PS1. Mud throwing, fishtailing, and forcing wrecks are all par for the course, as you do what you have to in the heat of battle. Try out 20 different rally vehicles as you race through a season or compete in a tournament. Beware though: the powerslides, rolling crashes, and head-on collisions might look cool, but they’ll damage your vehicle for good. 

Star Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom Menace | PS4, PS5

Use the Force – and your wits – to overcome challenges at every turn in this adaptation of the movie, originally released on PS1. In a non-linear storyline that includes key moments from Episode I and additional side-quests, travel to the exotic locales of Episode I, battle hordes of enemies and solve dozens of challenging puzzles.

Street Fighter: 30th Anniversary Collection | PS4

Celebrate Street Fighter’s historic legacy with the Street Fighter 30th Anniversary Collection. In this massive collection of 12 Street Fighter titles, which encompass the Street Fighter I, Street Fighter II, Street Fighter III and Street Fighter Alpha series, perfect arcade balance makes it to consoles for the first time ever. Hop online and relive the arcade experience through the online Arcade Mode or play with friends in the online lobby within four of the most definitive Street Fighter titles in the collection.

Legend of Mana | PS4

Meet a colourful cast of characters, square off against fearsome monsters, and explore the vast world of Fa’Diel in this action RPG. Set off on a journey to find the mystical Mana Tree seen in a dream, before discovering… the world map is empty! During your travels, you’ll acquire special artifacts; place these wherever you’d like on the map to bring towns and dungeons to life and advance the story. This PS4 HD Remaster of the PS1 original includes new features,  such as the ability to turn off enemy encounters or switch between the original soundtrack or a new rearranged version, and the never-before released mini-game “Ring Ring Land”. 

Secret of Mana | PS4

The adventure of Randi, Primm, and Popoi is reborn in the new Secret of Mana! This PS4 remaster of the classic action RPG sees you battle a perilous empire to reclaim the magical power of Mana and bring the world back to order. This version of the game includes three-player local co-op. 

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SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio collaborated with comedian and actor Druski in a new live-action trailer for Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, one of 2024’s most anticipated video games. Let Druski be your guide to the beautiful beaches and darker side of paradise in this upcoming larger-than-life RPG.

Check out the trailer below:

About Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth

Two larger-than-life heroes brought together by the hand of fate, or perhaps something more sinister… Ichiban Kasuga, an unstoppable underdog who’s no stranger to crawling up from rock bottom, and Kazuma Kiryu, a broken man facing down his last days. Experience one-of-a-kind combat with dynamic, fast-paced RPG battles where the battlefield becomes your weapon, and anything goes. Live it up in Japan and explore all that Hawaii has to offer in an adventure so big it spans the Pacific.

The latest game in the Yakuza series, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth launches on the 26^th January 2024 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Pre-orders come with the Hero’s Booster & Special Job Bundle, which will help players level up faster, along with a Special Job Set that includes the Linebacker and Tennis Ace jobs.