Sydney, Australia – 13th February 2024: SEGA® debuted a new trailer for Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board!, scheduled to launch for Nintendo Switch on the 26th of April 2024.
Check out the latest trailer below:
In the new video, fans are introduced to the core gameplay of Sweep the Board! which includes a look at some of the exciting minigames and events which can all be enjoyed with up to 4 players. All of this takes place on dynamic boards that are themed around memorable locations from the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba anime, including Tsuzumi Mansion, Mt. Natagumo, and the Mugen Train.
Players also get a look at the “Demon Slayer Dice” – each Demon-Slayer swordsman has their own set of dice that has unique special effects according to that character. Once used, a cooldown timer of 3 turns begins, so they will need to use this feature effectively. Finally, if a different character joins your group, you will be able to use their Demon Slayer Dice!
Fans can expect an experience that caters to players of all ages and skill levels, fostering laughter and enjoyment for everyone!
Play Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! with everyone!
DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU NO YAIBA TURNS INTO A BOARD GAME: The iconic landmarks from the anime Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba, such as Mount Fujikasane, Mugen Train, Tsuzumi Mansion and Asakusa, will appear as boards! Roll the dice to advance through the squares! Each board has a daytime and nighttime period. During the day, you will play events and mini-games to prepare for the night, where you will be searching for demons to defeat – aim to become a great Demon Slayer!
TAKE CONTROL OF ICONIC CHARACTERS: Players can choose from their favourite characters including Tanjiro, Zenitsu, Inosuke, and the nine Hashira! Nezuko, who cannot be active during the day, appears as a support character to help the players throughout the game!
FIGHT DEMONS BY WAVING THE JOY-CON™: In mini-games where you fight demons such as the Hand Demon, you will be able to swing the Joy-Con™ like the Nichirin Sword to attack!
Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- Sweep the Board! launches for Nintendo Switch on the 26th of April 2024.
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. Visit www.sega.com.
Rise Through The Ranks To Become Undisputed World Champion
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 13 FEB 2024 – The Early Access build of Undisputed – the forthcoming authentic boxing title, currently on Steam – has now had Career Mode added to it.
This will allow players to create their own character and choose their path to glory, facing off against some of the greatest figures in boxing history, such as Canelo Alvarez, Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk, Katie Taylor, Sugar Ray Robinson and many more! Developed by Steel City Interactive (SCI) and published by PLAION, Undisputed will be the most authentic boxing game to date and the first major boxing title released in over a decade.
Key Features of Early Access Career Mode:
Create your own boxer – male or female – customise your fighter from hairstyle to body weight (which determines your weight class), clothing and fighting styles.
Build your team. Build your future. Assemble the best team of manager, cutman and coach around your fighter to progress and develop your skills, earn money, fame, affinity and experience as you rise up the ranks.
Negotiate your path to success – choose the opponents you want to fight and which to avoid. Negotiate fight contracts to earn the most rewards.
In-ring action with innovative and dynamic Coach advice system.
Training camps: fine-tune your skills in fight camps, where your training choices (vitality, movement speed, health, defence…) will determine your strategy for next opponent. And don’t forget about undertaking media opportunities to increase your fame!
Choose your path to Glory. Make your own goals and define your own success story. Winning all the belts, including WBO, WBC, IBF and SCI? Retire with having the highest fan base and/or wealth? The choices are yours – do you have what it takes to become Undisputed?
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With over 60 different punches and defensive tools and revolutionary footwork mechanics, more than 14 unique fight venues, a roster of over 50 licensed boxers – including legendary names like Joe Frazier and Sugar Ray Robinson – multiple AI styles and difficulty settings, realistic damage and facial deformation and expert commentary by Todd Grisham and Johnny Nelson, Undisputed offers the most visceral interactive and authentic boxing experience to date!
Title: Undisputed Platform: PC (Steam), PlayStation 5*, Xbox Series X|S* Genre: Sports/Boxing Simulation Developer: Steel City Interactive Players: 1-2 local / 1-2 network Publisher: PLAION Release Date: Early access already available on Steam; console release date TBC
About Steel City Interactive
Sheffield-based Steel City Interactive (SCI) was founded in 2020 by Ash Habib, along with his brothers Asif and Asad. Formed around the idea of creating the first major, new boxing game in over a decade. The rapidly growing studio now employs over 70 talented people and has partnerships with the world of boxing’s leading companies including the WBC, Ring Magazine, CompuBox, BoxRec and many other prestigious boxing organisations. During development SCI has created innovative, proprietary technology to bring the world of boxing to life like never before.
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, sixteen regional publishing offices, 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 nearly 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.
The journey through the rugged sands begins for PC, mobile and console players
February 13th, 2023 – Wargaming announces the licensing of Dune from Legendary Entertainment, unveiling in-game adventures across World of Tanks, World of Tanks Blitz and World of Tanks Modern Armor.
From February 16th to April 2nd (AEDT), as the sands shift, players can expect a range of in-game events tailored for each platform, featuring diverse mechanics and exclusive rewards that add a touch of ‘Dune’ magic to their playtime.
World of Tanks PC Dune: Part Two – Destiny Arrives Battle Passwill runfrom February 16th to February 26th (AEDT). This chapter develops a captivating narrative through the mystical desert world, showcasing iconic characters like the warrior-poet Gurney Halleck, the “Beast” Rabban and Lady Jessica. Players can recruit heroes and villains from the film as crew members and receive precious items such as distinctive 2D styles, decals, and inscriptions – some featuring soon-to-be iconic lines from the upcoming film, Dune: Part Two. Moreover, a true dune rider awaits the players – a Tier VIII Mittlerer KPZ.PR.68 Premium tank coated in a permanent 3D style with special visual effects.
More information about a special Dune: Part Two – Destiny Arrives Battle Pass can be found below:
World of Tanks Blitz is hosting a planetary-scale event, based on the Dune: Part Two film universe. From February 24th to March 8th (AEDT), players can obtain items such as Crysknife and Maker hooks, collect Gurney Halleck’s profile background and avatar, and embark on the “Beast” Rabban and the Fremen quests. The main reward for the players is the formidable Groundtank, inspired by the Sardaukar forces. Additionally, a spectacular Harvester skin for a Maus tank will be available in special bundles.
World of Tanks Modern Armor enters the fray with its own unique offerings. Players will join a time-limited community event divided into three stages, each featuring a set of unique tasks and engaging content with exclusive Dune: Part Two-themed rewards. Upon completion of these stages, iconic characters like Gurney Halleck, the powerful Sardaukar Warrior, and the menacing “Beast” Rabban can be obtained as Commanders. Moreover, a special 3D commander, “Beast” Rabban, will be available exclusively for console players. The event is scheduled to commence on March 6th (AEDT).
All these in-game events perfectly set the stage for the highly anticipated theatrical release of Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ Dune: Part Two.
About Wargaming
Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices around the world, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, Vilnius, Kyiv and Belgrade. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.
About World of Tanks PC
World of Tanks PC is the first team-based, massively multiplayer online action game dedicated to tank warfare. Throw yourself into the epic tank battles of World War II with gamers all over the world. Your arsenal includes over 800 armored vehicles from 11 nations, carefully detailed with historical accuracy.
World of Tanks Blitz is a cross-platform, free-to-play, team-based MMO action game dedicated to fierce tank combat. Available on iOS, macOS, Android, Windows 10, Steam, and Nintendo Switch, the game lets players control over 400 armored vehicles.
World of Tanks Blitz is a fun, lighthearted approach to the genre that bends the rules of reality and puts an engaging twist on tank combat. Deep mechanics and realistic physical models across both authentic and alternative historical settings, combine to create fluid gameplay and tactical diversity.
World of Tanks Modern Armor is a team-based massively multiplayer online action game dedicated to armored combat. Players immerse themselves in fierce 15-v-15 tank battles with opponents from around the world, fight it out on a variety of maps, and take command of their preferred vehicle out of over 900 tanks from 11 different nations.
World of Tanks Modern Armor is played by millions of players worldwide and is available on PlayStation®4 & 5 and on Xbox One, Xbox Series S & X. World of Tanks Modern Armor can be downloaded for free by all PlayStation Network and Xbox Live account holders, with stunning 4K resolution and HDR support on PlayStation®4 Pro, PlayStation 5, Xbox One X, Xbox Series S & Xbox Series X. Official website: http://console.worldoftanks.com
About Dune: Part Two
Dune: Part Two explores the mythic journey of Paul Atreides as he unites with Chani and the Fremen while on a path of revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the known universe, he endeavors to prevent a terrible future only he can foresee.
Denis Villeneuve returns to direct from a script he wrote with Jon Spaihts, based on Frank Herbert’s novel. Mary Parent, Cale Boyter, Villeneuve, Tanya Lapointe and Patrick McCormick produce. The executive producers are Josh Grode, Herbert W. Gains, Jon Spaihts, Thomas Tull, Brian Herbert, Byron Merritt, Kim Herbert, with Kevin J. Anderson serving as creative consultant.
Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures Present a Legendary Pictures Production, a Film by Denis Villeneuve, Dune: Part Two. A Warner Bros. Pictures’ release, the film will be in theaters and IMAX on March 1, 2024.
About Legendary Entertainment
Legendary Entertainment is a leading media company with film (Legendary Pictures), television and digital (Legendary Television and Digital Media) and comics (Legendary Comics) divisions dedicated to owning, producing and delivering content to worldwide audiences. Legendary has built a library of marquee media properties and has established itself as a trusted brand which consistently delivers high-quality, commercial entertainment including some of the world’s most popular intellectual property. In aggregate, Legendary Pictures-associated productions have realized grosses of more than $19 billion worldwide at the box office. To learn more visit: www.legendary.com
Battle in epic space dogfights with a platform fighter twist
AUSTIN, TEXAS – Feb. 12, 2024 – Astro Duel 2, the co-op and competitive arena combat game blurring the line between top-down space shooter and platform fighter from developer Wild Rooster, locks on for launch on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store Thursday, March 7, 2024.
Brace for punishing pixel art battles in the Wild West of deep space. Crash-land on the Echo System, a crime-ridden collection of planets booming with high octane dogfights and death-defying aerial acrobatics. Shoot down pilots of oncoming ships, then duke it out in person in chaotic platforming arenas for arcade-style assaults to claim victory in the cosmos.
Suit up and strap into an elite Nano Fighter, sleek and powerful vessels capable of skipping through starry battlefields and effortlessly transforming for ground combat. Select from a roster of heavily-armored ships finely-tuned for melee destruction, defensive action, or unrelenting gunfire. Each ship comes suited for destruction, with different speeds, turning, size, and cannon types, giving pilots the tools to tear down opponents in style.
Shoot, fly, and dash across fully-destructible sci-fi cities, futuristic factories, abandoned mines, and sunken temples. Master specialized weapons and items while performing gravity-defying tactical maneuvers to outsmart the competition in battle. Thrust head first into combat and obliterate enemies on sight with the devastating firepower of Laser Beams, Scattershots, and Missiles in space, then Shotguns, Rifles, and Grenades on land.
Challenge up to six fellow pilots in Versus Mode via local multiplayer, Steam Remote Play Together, or Parsec. Or work together in the campaign Bounty Mode in smaller groups of one to three, taking on various high-risk jobs to eliminate hordes of enemies for precious bounties. Unlock Cash Grab Mode, where anthropomorphic astronauts can team up in a high-stakes heist to defend or steal a top-secret safe.
“We created Astro Duel as an homage to beloved retro couch multiplayer classics, revamped for a new generation of pilots,” said Rusty Moyher, founder of Wild Rooster. “With our sequel Astro Duel 2, we wanted to amp up the heart-racing and action with a new element: the ability to transition seamlessly from ship battles to land battles, making the game feel like two exciting experiences in one.”
Astro Duel 2 will launch on Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store March 7, 2024 for $19.99 USD. The game will be available in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese – Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Traditional Chinese. To learn more, follow Astro Duel on Twitter, and Discord.
About Wild Rooster
Founded in 2011 by developer Rusty Moyer, Wild Rooster is an independent game studio in Austin, Texas. Specializing in multiplayer adventures that can be played with friends, their games combine a nostalgic arcade experience with adrenaline-packed gameplay. Titles include Box Cat, Dig Dog, Astro Duel, and Astro Party.
Rocket Panda Flies into Action: This Jumbo Jetpack Confectionary Adventure Launches on Kickstarter on February 15th
[Pittsburgh,PA], [February 15, 2024] — Get ready to take to the air in this journey through a world where danger meets sweet treat delight in Rocket Panda, the upcoming video game set to launch on Kickstarter on February 15th. Developed by Space Pants Games, this thrilling jetpack adventure invites players to assume the role of Rocket Panda, guiding him through a terrifyingly tasty world filled with dangerous mazes and punishing enemies.
Rocket Panda faces a cake load of challenges in this whimsical universe, including Flying Pigs, Mines, Toasters, Tanks, UFOs, and other treacherous creatures, all under the command of the nefarious Biscuit Head. The mission? To rescue plucky rebel Badgers who join our hero in the fray and shield him from the forces of evil.
Rocket Panda embraces a nostalgic Sega gaming experience by launching fans into this 16-bit classic console experience. The game will be developed for Sega Genesis and Mega Drive, promising an authentic retro journey for enthusiasts of these iconic platforms. As a special treat, backers can also opt for the ROM version of Rocket Panda, ensuring compatibility with various emulators and providing a digital piece of gaming history. The Kickstarter campaign offers an array of exciting tiers, featuring exclusive Rocket Panda-themed items. From limited-edition pins and captivating art prints to unique collectibles, backers can choose a tier that not only supports the game’s development but also rewards them with tangible memorabilia inspired by the portly and lovable Rocket Panda. Fans will not want to miss the chance to secure these one-of-a-kind items and be a part of Rocket Panda’s journey into the hearts of Sega Genesis and Mega Drive enthusiasts worldwide.
Key Features of Rocket Panda Include:
Blast through Hordes of Enemies: Take on the forces of evil led by the notorious Biscuit Head, confronting Flying Pigs, Mines, Toasters, Tanks, UFOs, and other dangerous creatures.
Collect Biscuits and Power Up: Gather all the biscuits for the highest score and power up your dash move by sipping on a cup of tea.
Face Formidable Bosses: Challenge and defeat seven bosses, each more formidable than the last, including a giant Teacup, Dragon, Mega Toast, and Cheese Ball.
Explore 7 Unique Worlds: Jet through over 60 colorful levels across seven distinct worlds, ranging from Biscuit City to the Ice Cream Archipelago, the Chocolate Mountains, Candy Catacombs, and more.
The Kickstarter campaign, launching on February 15th, aims to bring Rocket Panda to life with the support of gaming enthusiasts, collectors, and backers. This exciting adventure promises not only hours of entertainment.
Join the Rocket Panda community on Kickstarter starting February 15th and help Rocket Panda soar to new heights in the world of gaming. We invite gamers, retro supporters, and jetpack enthusiasts to join our Kickstarter campaign and be part of bringing Rocket Panda to life. Find our Gleam contest link here for fans to have a chance to win an exclusive prototype CIB copy of the game.
For more information about Rocket Panda and its Kickstarter campaign, please visit the Mega Cat Studios website or follow them on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook for the latest news and updates.
The Fight For All Humanity is Coming…Just a Bit Later
D3Publisher Inc., a leading Japanese games publisher, has announced that Earth Defense Force 6, the latest entry in the popular action-shooter series, will now be released for PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, and PC via Steam in summer 2024 for Western audiences. Previously announced for a spring launch window, developer SANDLOT and publisher D3PUBLISHER have decided to extend the launch window to add finishing touches and finalize preparations for its Western launch.
For additional information on Earth Defense Force 6, please visit the official website, follow the game on X (formerly Twitter), the community page on Steam, and D3PUBLISHER Inc. to keep up with upcoming content and news.
The second in a series of developer diaries giving an insight into the behind the scenes development of upcoming atmospheric narrative adventure, A Void Hope, has been released today. In the new dev diary, Lead Programmer Isac Degerborg talks about automating systems, the differences between Elden Pixels previous Alwa’s Legacy games and A Void Hope and more. A Void Hope is hitting PC and Switch on February 29th.
A Void Hope follows a couple trying to find a cure for an unknown affliction that seems to affect people’s memories, forcing them to venture into dark and dangerous streets and explore abandoned buildings in a collapsing city filled with delightfully detailed degradation rendered in Elden Pixels’ gorgeous retro-inspired pixel art style. A Void Hope’s haunting aesthetic is aurally enhanced thanks to Elden Pixels’ collaboration with renowned synthwave artist Waveshaper, who previously worked on the soundtrack for Furi, features sound design from Little Nightmares Audio Designer Christian Björklund and a story by science fiction and horror writer Frida Windelhed, creating a seductively chilling ambiance that is as emotionally engaging as it is aesthetically pleasing.
Barcelona-based indie developer Grimorio of Games is announcing that Sword of the Necromancer: Resurrection, the 3D remake of the original Sword of the Necromancer is coming soon to PC and consoles. Previously planned as a stretch goal in the sequel’s Kickstarter campaign, this remake will now instead be released prior to Sword of the Necromancer: Revenant to give more time to the latter’s development.
Sword of the Necromancer: Resurrection will be a reimagining of the original monster-summoning dungeon crawler game, which featured top-down pixel art graphics. Based on Revenant‘s engine, players will be able to relive Tama’s quest to resurrect her lover in 3D, with exciting new ways to battle and renewed mechanics and systems, including the possibility of customizing the summoned monsters’ AI. This remake will also feature remastered high quality illustrations and voice acting (both in English and Japanese) and new scenes to delve deeper in Tama and Koko’s tragic love story.
Beating Sword of the Necromancer: Resurrection will also unlock rewards in Revenant once it’s available, like the possibility of summoning the bosses of the remake as special summons (the titular Revenants). Sword of the Necromancer: Resurrection will be developed for Nintendo Switch, PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series.
Sword of the Necromancer: Resurrection is a third-person 3D Action Dungeon Crawler where you can revive your defeated enemies to make them fight alongside you. Turn your foes into allies using the forbidden powers of the Sword of the Necromancer and help the rogue Tama reach the dungeon’s depths to obtain the power to bring her beloved priestess Koko back from the dead. Assemble a small army of monsters, equip yourself with weapons and relics, and level up to take on the guardians that stand between you and your goal.
Key features:
Turn your foes into allies: Use the Sword of the Necromancer to revive defeated monsters and make them fight alongside you.
Plan your battles, control the dead: Customize your summons’ behaviour with the Tactics feature.
New dimension, new battle system: Improved combos and a new companion AI system.
Level up: Enhance your character and your monsters by fighting together.
Relive the journey: Discover Tama and Koko’s past as you advance through the dungeon.
Local co-op play: Play with a friend in local co-op.
About Sword of the Necromancer: Revenant
Sword of the Necromancer: Revenant is a third-person 3D Action RPG with Dungeon Crawling and city building, and the sequel to Sword of the Necromancer. Revive your enemies once again and make them fight alongside you!
With a completely renewed battle and companion system, travel the continent, restore the Sacred City of Euda to its former glory and vanquish the ominous threat that looms over the world. Gather the powers of the Revenants, forgotten heroes of old times and create a little army of dead to defeat the Necromancer once and for all.
Key features:
Turn your foes into allies once again: use the Sword of the Necromancer to resurrect defeated monsters and make them fight alongside you.
Use the power of the Revenants: once ago great heroes, their spirits now wander the world. Defeat them in battle and unleash powerful summons.
Improved and customizable AI: set your monster’s Tactics to get the most of each one
New battle system: improved battle system with new possibilities like air combos. Swap characters at any moment and continue chaining hits!
Play solo or in local co-op: play the whole game with an AI companion or lend a controller to a friend to play together in split-screen co-op.
Leave the dungeon: travel the world and help its people, explore cities, towns and open fields. Delve into procedural dungeons filled with enemies, loot and challenges.
Restore Euda to its former glory: reconstruct a ravaged town, recruit people and get new functions and services like shops, a forge, cook…
About Grimorio of Games
Grimorio of Games is a small team based in Barcelona. After developing the hyper-active action platformer Super Hyperactive Ninja, Grimorio of Games released Sword of the Necromancer, a top-down 2D Action RPG with roguelike elements, in 2021.
The game was released digitally on January 2021 for PC, Xbox One, PS4 and Nintendo Switch, and had a physical release in Europe for PS4 and Switch in September. In November, the game received PS5 and Xbox Series versions, thus being released in all current platforms.
Sword of the Necromancer previously had a very successful Kickstarter campaign that raised over €200K with more than 5500 backers.
Trained to protect the living from the dead as a Banisher, Antea and Red hunt down a powerful ghost in the town of New Eden only for the worst to happen as Antea is slain by the creature of unknown powerw. Red barely escapes with his life and soon finds himself struggling with his oath as he finds Antea has returned as a ghost by his side in Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden.
Hunt ghosts as two memorable characters in a story-driven Action-RPG where your decisions carry dramatic consequences. Torn between honoring your oath to the living and saving your departed partner, how far will you go for love?
Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden Developer: DON’T NOD Publisher: Focus Entertainment Platform: Windows, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S Release Date: 14 Feb, 2024 Price: $49.99 USD
Recommended – “Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden tells a wonderfully written and emotionally gripping story that is hampered by repetitive enemy encounters and stale combat.”
Kazuma, Megumin, Aqua, and Darkness manage to stumble across a mysterious magical artifact only to find themselves in hot water once again as they find themselves forced to create personality-shifting clothing to avoid jail and the curse of the item itself in Konosuba! God’s Blessing on this Wonderful World! Love For These Clothes Of Desire!
It’s time for a Visual Novel Quest with a twist! Join Kazuma, a reincarnated adventurer, and spend turbulent days with his unfortunate party members. Prepare for waifus, dress-up, and resource management, and get ready for an Isekai comedy that’s out of this world!
KONOSUBA – God’s Blessing on this Wonderful World! Love For These Clothes Of Desire! Developer: MAGES. Inc. Publisher: PQube Platform: Windows, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 Release Date: 8th Feb, 2024 Price: $44.99 USD
Recommended – “One of the best co-op shooters in recent years, with emphasis on team communication, strategy, and friendly fire to keep you constantly on the edge.”
