Indie developers Event Horizon has been listening to feedback, and huge improvements inspired by players will go live today
LONDON, 12TH December. Dark Envoy has been committed to listening closely to the community, and today at 5 pm GMT, will release the biggest patch yet leading to substantial addition to the games quality-of-life features. Most notably, the gameplay experience will be a heavy focus on balancing, covering skills, enemies, and tactical environment while adding new content, such as a DPS testing ground and a challenge arena with handcrafted combat scenarios that will test the player’s party-building skills to the limit.
Event Horizon CEO Krzysztof Monkiewicz said “It might sound like the obvious thing to do, but we genuinely wanted to create a game for the players to enjoy. The community feedback was an integral part of the development process of our first game, Tower of Time. We believe we have a unique game here and won’t give up; we will continue to fight.”
Full Update list:
Added Challenge Arena (requested by community)
Added Training Room for testing out custom builds
Removed “Jankiness” from animations – various and massive fixes to combat and cutscenes
Improved graphics in dungeons and cleaned up combat visuals to make it much more tactical, less hack’n’slash gameplay
Improved graphic quality of in-game cutscenes
Gameplay balancing to incorporate community feedback gathered so far
Updates to classes and specializations – change or upgrade least favorite spells
Improved enemy AI
Over 30 major and small Quality of Life features requested by the community –
Ability to respec skills, expanded combat summary statistics, two new tactical objectives challenges and more
Dark Envoy is out now on Steam and GOG, and until December 27th will have a 20% off sale. Follow the team on Twitter to keep up to date with the latest news and join the Official Discord.
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About Dark Envoy
Dark Envoy combines classic RPG mechanics with a skill-based combat system centered on classes and specializations, while integrating diverse tactical approaches to battles. Players command a party of relic hunters exploring the vast land of Jäan alongside their companions. The immersive storyline unfolds through a solo campaign or can be experienced with a friend in the comprehensive online co-op mode.
About Event Horizon
Event Horizon’s mission is to develop memorable RPGs with rich stories and satisfying gameplay. Founded in 2016, the studio has grown to 30 people since its first title, Tower of Time, was released in 2018 (1,600+ reviews with a “Very Positive” rating). The team is aiming to build upon that success and the experience they’ve gained with their sophomore game, Dark Envoy.
Did you know Pokémon was originally inspired by the monster catching mechanics within Dragon Quest V? Those same mechanics of sorts went on to create the Dragon Quest Monsters franchise, which while successful in the east, has been a bit absent here in terms of both popularity and consistent releases. After a lot of tugging from fans, we can now dig into another entry with Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince. Bringing a few updates along with an updated visual design, is this title worth picking up, or does it not escape the shadow of all of the monster catching fare of the present? Let’s find out.
Story
You want some lore? Well this title has it. Featuring Psaro as the main protagonist, players are taken on a journey of a young demon who is unable to fight due to a curse, and must befriend monsters in order to attack on his quest for revenge. Shortly in, he discovers a purpose to this through monster wrangling, where he sets out to obtain the best team of nonhuman allies to essentially become a “monster master” by battling in various tournaments.
Sure, it sounds a bit dry on the surface, but this tale is specifically about the events that led to our hero here being the main antagonist within Dragon Quest IV. We get to see a softer, more tolerable character here, and find out some of the motivations that led to him being so bitter towards humans later in life. The story isn’t exactly deep or with a lot of substance, but when you tie the rest of the franchise in, there are so many little full circle moments that come out, with The Dark Prince acting as a long-lost puzzle piece to a story that makes Psaro more interesting as a whole. This is one of those games that will very likely lead to a lot of new interest within Dragon Quest IV, and that alone makes it worth the trek, whether you are familiar or not.
Gameplay
As far as gameplay goes, it really is quite simple. Due to your curse, you are unable to fight with a sword or magic. Instead, you must scout (DQM’s version of “catching”) monsters by facing them in battle. Players are assigned their first monster through a personality quiz, and the rest falls into play as every monster that can be encountered in the wild has the potential to be scouted. Battles occur in traditional turn-based fare that feels much like other Dragon Quest titles, where the player selects orders for the monsters before watching the attacks play out in real time. Monsters all have their own set skill tree, and leveling up your party is immensely satisfying due to how accessible this system is, as most should have things down within the first thirty minutes when it comes to battles and thumbing through the attacks your party can learn.
Speaking of party, the system in place is very well designed. Players can take four monsters with them, and also have a back-up party of four as well. Even if your backup party never touches the battlefield, they still level up and continue to gain attributes, which makes progression come early. The rest of your scouts are stored at the monster depot, which is used to essentially breed stronger fare through synthesis. Synthesis allows you to fuse together your own monster with another to create a much stronger ally, which will gain special attributes based on the prior duo’s attributes. Sure, you can scout the same version of several monsters, but this system allows each to be unique and bring something new to the table each time.
The rest of the gameplay is participating in arena matches, and exploring new areas that are unlocked through progression that provide new talent to recruit. Eventually, the system becomes a bit of a loop, with the player grinding their team, finding a boss battle, scouting and synthesizing new members, and heading out again and again until the game finishes. It may sound repetitive, but with all the mechanics in play, The Dark Prince becomes more addicting than tedious, as the rewards of progression are just so satisfying to obtain. This is a meaty game, and one that any RPG fan will be happy to soak hours at a time into.
With all of the positives comes one of the major setbacks to this new adventure: the performance. For a game built for exclusive hardware, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince has a lot of issues and snags when it comes to holding it together. The framerate is choppy, and the camera is so cumbersome because of the framerate that it can take time to get used to managing activities as simple as walking or jumping as the stutters just make the game feel rough and lacking polish. That isn’t to say that anything is game-breaking – as this title is still very playable, but much like more recent titles like Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, there is definitely a lot of tremors and imperfections that made it into the final release.
Visuals
In some ways, The Dark Prince looks fantastic. With ever-changing seasons come new bursts of color and boldly lit environments that are a joy to explore. The character models also feature the signature look of the franchise, which may not look as sharp as they once did, but still are able to bring personality and life into the world. That said, f you are going into this entry thinking you are going to get the same quality and finish of Dragon Quest XI, you may be a bit disappointed with how dated things can appear. Part of me even wonders if the development for this game goes back to the 3DS, as the visuals seem on par with that system and the optimization issues hint that the Switch was not the first choice of platform for this installment.
Audio
The music is Dragon Quest. There is no other way of saying it, as all of those familiar tunes are back and do a great job at keeping the identity of the franchise alive. Yeah, some new music would have been nice, but with this franchise, I can’t find reason to complain. The voice acting is also well done, and while the protagonist is silent, the other cast do a great job of telling the story for the game. I did notice a few hiccups in terms of delayed sound effects, but mostly – everything in the audio department is as it should be.
Overall
Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince is a new journey within a deep history that is sure to make fans clamor back once more. The gameplay is addicting and while the simplistic design and dated visuals may scare off a few RPG fans, the complete product sings due to the longevity and enjoyment that is packed into this adventure. I do think that a few patches are warranted here, as the performance is far from perfect, but once adjusted, most will be able to find a gem that is sure to be appreciated for years to come. The Dark Prince is a beacon of hope for the Monsters franchise in the west, as even with its flaws it still manages to be one of the most engaging monster-catchers on the platform. Welcome home, king.
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A new game mode provides fresh ways to frantically fix cars
UKRAINE – Dec. 11, 2023 – Speed Crew, the high-octane party game from the AAA veterans at Ukrainian publisher Wild Fields, races onto PlayStation 4|5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam with the new Dominion Mode starting Monday, Jan. 31, 2024.
The race is on! Join a family of misfit mechanics as they compete against their long-time rivals in small garages, dirt roads, torn up junk yards, and more across different generations. Wield sledge hammers, wrenches, plungers as a pit crew, and use workbenches to replace, repair, and refuel everything from rally cars to drag racers. Play solo or cooperatively with up to three other mechanics thanks to crossplay between platforms.
Quickly coordinate to complete each task as efficiently as possible. Diagnose the situation and plan the best course of action, fixing wrecked cars to get them back on track. Each event unveils new challenges and obstacles to overcome, including pouring rain and lightning strikes, conveyor belts zipping away essential objects, and even canals full of floating boxes to navigate around. Successful runs unlock new characters, new costumes, and higher sponsor levels.
Compete in the classic Campaign Mode, working together to beat the other pit crews to rise to the top of the leaderboards. Go head-to-head against a group of mechanics in Dominion Mode. Take on the role of the Dominion saboteur, using tools and power ups to disrupt the flow of car repairs by stunning players, disabling equipment, rigging the track, and more. Endure the attacks of the maniacal mechanic, or fight back by landing blows and stunning them in their tracks.
“We noticed a lack of cooperative gaming options for groups of friends and family members to positively interact with one another,” said Daniel Poludyonny, General Manager, Wild Fields. “Speed Crew is meant to bring all types of gamers together regardless of skill level, and that is what we hope to accomplish.”
Speed Crew is currently available on Nintendo Switch for $19.99/€19.99, and localized in text for English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, and Ukrainian.
Wild Fields is a Ukraine-based game development company that brings together avid gamers and battle-forged game dev veterans. The team’s skill set has been honed over the years at N-iX Game & VR Studio, an active player in the gaming market since 2012 with a track record of delivering both indie games and AAA titles such as Dark Picture series (The Devil in Me), World of Tanks, and various Paradox projects. Wild Fields aims to deliver high-quality games and bring engaging experiences to their players.
Season 3 features 100 tiers, new rewards and a new Custom Rules mode
Today, 2K and the LEGO Group revealed that the third Drive Pass* Season is coming to LEGO® 2K Drive on December 13. This season brings 100 tiers to play through, with the ability to earn 23 Free Rewards, including four vehicles, five Brick Packs, five drivers and more! The latest free update also features Timed Tasks that help speed up progression, as well as new ways to play like Custom Rules mode in multiplayer and Reverse Races**. There has never been a better time to play together with family and friends.
New ways to play Drive Pass Season 3 include:
Earn New Rewards – Drive Pass Season 3 is packed with a huge variety of Free and Premium Rewards to spark imagination and help differentiate players from other racers. Free Vehicles in Season 3 include a four-wheeled chunk of cheese and a big rig that’d be right at home in a post-apocalyptic wasteland!
Speed Up Progression With Timed Tasks** – The newly added Timed Tasks allow players to earn rewards even faster thanks to a wide variety of Daily and Weekly objectives that can be completed to snag extra Brickbux and bonus Drive Pass XP.
New Custom Rules Mode – Players can rearrange the rules with the Custom Rules mode that’s now available in Play With Friends multiplayer, including Shared World, Race, and Brick Brawl!** With a huge range of variables players can tweak to their liking, exciting Custom Rules rulesets can be created for unlimited fun. In addition, the newly added Reverse Races let you drive certain tracks backwards.
Access Unique Customisations – The Garage now includes a Part Locator tool that lets players search for specific Brick types via their respective ID numbers, making unique customisation even more accessible.
For those who purchase the Premium Drive Pass for Season 3, which is included in the Year 1 Drive Pass*, Premium Drive Pass Season 3 unlocks the ability to earn a total of 84 Premium Rewards, including: 9 Vehicles, 25 Brick Packs, 10 Drivers, 6 Flairs, 8 Sounds, 26 Stickers, and more. Those players who have been playing through the Free version of Season 3 and decide to upgrade to the Premium version of Drive Pass Season 3 will instantly unlock all the Premium Rewards earned thus far based on their current level.
In addition, LEGO 2K Drive Seasons are not time limited, so players can pick up and play each Season at their own pace, making thisthe perfect title for players of all skill levels who want to experience all the content the game has to offer.
Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a wholly owned publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
* Drive Pass rewards require unlocking with gameplay. Premium Rewards are only available as part of the paid Premium Drive Pass. Season 3 of the Premium Drive Pass is available for individual purchase and included in the Year 1 Drive Pass. The Year 1 Drive Pass is included in the Awesome Edition and Awesome Rivals Edition and is available for individual purchase. Base Game, Internet Connection and 2K Account required.
** Crossplay not available on Nintendo Switch. Base Game, Internet Connection and 2K Account required. Online console play requires paid subscription.
NEOWIZ, a global game developer and publisher, is happy to share that its Souls-like action RPG title Lies of P will ring in the holidays with a new update providing players with special themed hats and accessories. To spread the holiday cheer even more, NEOWIZ is currently offering a 20% discount on the Lies of P “Winter Holiday Edition” on Steam, which includes the base game bundled with the soundtrack and deluxe upgrade. The “Winter Holiday Edition” can be purchased for a discounted price of $63.97 for a limited time. The title launched on Sept. 19 to praise from both critics and fans alike and has received “Overwhelmingly Positive” recent user reviews on Steam.
Lies of P is the Pinnocchio-inspired take on the action RPG and Souls-like genres from developer and publisher NEOWIZ. Since its announcement and subsequent launch, Lies of P has garnered numerous nominations, awards, and recognitions, including “Best Action Adventure Game”, “Most Wanted Sony PlayStation”, and “Best Role Playing Game” at the Gamescom 2022 awards, “Game of the Year” at the Korea Game Awards 2023, 2 nominations at The Game Awards 2023 for “Best Role Playing Game” and “Best Art Direction”, and more.
Lies of P is set in the Belle Époque-inspired city of Krat, a once beautiful city that has become a living nightmare as deadly puppets run amok and a plague sweeps the land. Play as a puppet who must fight his way through the city on his unrelenting journey to find Geppetto and finally learn what it means to be human. Lies of P presents an elegant world filled with tension, deep combat and character customization systems, and a gripping story with interesting narrative choices where the more lies told, the more human the protagonist becomes. Just remember: in a world filled with lies, no one can be trusted…
NEOWIZ launched Lies of P worldwide on Sept. 19, 2023. The standard and deluxe editions are available for a MSRP of $59.99 and $69.99 respectively, in digital or physical format on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and participating retailers. The standard edition is also available via the Mac App Store for models with Apple silicon for $59.99. The Lies of P original soundtrack is available to purchase on Steam for $9.99 and streaming on major platforms including Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon, Tidal, Pandora, and more. Lies of P is rated “M” for Mature by the ESRB, PEGI 16, and USK 16.
Fans interested in learning more can follow the game on Twitter, Facebook, and Steam, visit the official Lies of Pwebsite, or join the community on the official Discord server.
Going Underground: Jagged Alliance 3 gets major content update on December 18th
Sofia, Bulgaria / Vienna, Austria, December 11th, 2023: The universe of Grand Chien continues to expand as Haemimont Games prepares to launch the upcoming update for Jagged Alliance 3 on both PC and consoles next week. Accompanying update 1.4 is a complimentary DLC for all Jagged Alliance 3 owners, introducing an exciting new quest line.
Update 1.4, codenamed ‘Wolf,’ introduces a significant mid- to late-game quest titled ‘U-Bahn’ (German for subway). Why the German name? Because you have the chance to uncover secrets hidden beneath Grand Chien since WW2, if you dare to confront the formidable adversaries protecting them.This new quest line comprises seven expansive maps within a laboratory complex. To complement the theme, update 1.4 introduces a new underground transportation system, ensuring the name’s relevance.
But there’s more – update 1.4 also includes numerous improvements, long-requested by the community. Such as Sat View improvements like a revamped Conflict Screen, multiselection in the inventory, sector stash overhaul, and tweaks to some Operations, as well as many other smaller fixes and adjustments.
Prepare for a Jagged holiday season as Update 1.4 is set to release on December 18th!
About Jagged Alliance 3
Grand Chien, a nation of rich natural resources and deep political divides, is thrown into chaos when the elected president goes missing and a paramilitary force known as “The Legion” seizes control of the countryside. Now, the President’s family has pulled together all their resources, including an arrangement with the powerful Adonis corporation, to hire a group of skilled mercenaries tasked with finding the President and bringing order back to the country.
In Jagged Alliance 3, select from a huge cast of mercenaries all with their own unique personalities, quirks, and backstories. Then go out and explore Grand Chien as you meet new people, earn money, grow your team, and ultimately make your own decisions that will decide the country’s fate.
Features:
Engage in rich, tactical turn-based combat
Recruit from a large cast of unique mercenaries, including many familiar fan favorites
Loot, salvage, and customize an arsenal of weaponry and equipment
Choose from a wide array of special perks to customize your mercs as they level up
Decide the fate of Grand Chien in an open RPG structure
Control territory, train the locals, command multiple parties, and defend against enemy forces in an alive, active world
Experience the campaign with friends in online co-op mode
Jagged Alliance 3 is available on PC, PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, as well as on Xbox One and the Xbox Series S/X. The multiplayer functionality will be ‘cross-gen’, allowing PlayStation 4 players to team up with their PlayStation 5 buddies, and Xbox One users to join forces with those on Xbox Series S/X.
Jagged Alliance 3 for PC is available for PC at an SRP of $ 44.99 / € 44.99 / 39.99 £.
A free playable demo is available on Steam. It allows players to explore Ernie Island, the starting region of the game. Check out the Demo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2386860
Players who have purchased the Ultimate Edition will receive both DLC heroes to lead their Stormcast Eternals and Orruk Kruleboyz armies.
Today, Frontier Developments (‘Frontier’) invite players of Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin to add powerful new heroes to their arsenal with the launch of two Hero DLC. The all-powerful Stormcast Eternals champion Yndrasta, The Celestial Spear and the cunning Orruk Kruleboyz shaman Gobsprakk, The Mouth of Mork, are available from today for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Each Hero DLC will also be available separately for £3.99/$4.99/€4.99, as well as part of a bundle for £6.99/$8.99/€8.99.
Both pieces of DLC introduce a new playable Age of Sigmar hero, who can be rotated into the army loadout in place of either the Stormcast Eternals Lord-Celestant, or the Orruk Kruleboyz Killaboss on Gnashtoof. These heroes can be used in Skirmish, Multiplayer and Conquest Mode, introducing new strategic options for both factions as they vie for control of the Realm of Beasts.
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin – Yndrasta, The Celestial Spear. Yndrasta’s passive ability ‘Dazzling Radiance’ provides immediate healing and a movement speed bonus to nearby allies after using an ability, whilst ‘Huntress Charge’ propels her to the skies before slamming into foes, dealing damage and stunning any who are caught in the fray. Her legendary spear, Thengavar, can be thrown to a location – dealing immediate damage as well as summoning Sigmar’s fury to increase the melee speed of allies in the area.
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin – Gobsprakk, The Mouth of Mork introduces the Orruk Kruleboyz first flying unit, Gobsprakk, capable of unleashing terror from atop his Corpse-Rippa Vulcha, Killabeak. His passive ability ‘Mouth of Mork’ provides allies with improved movement and melee speed, reduced cooldowns as long as Gobsprakk isn’t in combat. Meanwhile the ‘Rippa Screech’ active ability unleashes the power of his mount, aiming a cone of damage at foes and an AoE effect beneath him, revealing, silencing and damaging enemies over time.
These powerful new heroes can also be posed in dioramas built in Realms of Ruin’s extensive Map Editor, where players can sculpt their own shareable gameplay maps and create scenes showing the full ferocity of battle.
Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin is available digitally for PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Alongside the Ultimate Edition, players can purchase the Standard Edition for a suggested retail price of £49.99/$59.99/€59.99 and the Deluxe Edition for £59.99/$69.99/€69.99. The physical edition of Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin, meanwhile, will release on 27th February 2024 for PlayStation® 5 and Xbox Series X|S only, and will include both Hero DLCs.
Both Hero DLCs are bundled with the Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin – Ultimate Edition, which has a suggested retail price of £64.99/$74.99/€74.99. Each Hero DLC will also be available separately for £3.99/$4.99/€4.99, as well as part of a bundle for £6.99/$8.99/€8.99, and will require a copy of the base game to play.
About Warhammer Age of Sigmar: Realms of Ruin
Wage a campaign of brutal conquest in this realm-shattering real-time strategy game set in the Warhammer Age of Sigmar universe. Command four unique factions in dynamic battles as part of a story-driven campaign and test your mettle against warlords afar in online multiplayer.
About Frontier
Frontier Developments plc (AIM: FDEV, ‘Frontier’) is a leading independent developer and publisher of videos founded in 1994 by David Braben, co-author of the iconic Elite game. Based in Cambridge, Frontier uses its proprietary COBRA game development technology to create innovative genre-leading games, primarily for personal computers and videogame consoles.
About Games Workshop
Games Workshop Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer Age of Sigmar and Warhammer 40,000 games, miniature soldiers, novels and model kits through more than 523 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop or Warhammer), its own web store, and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. More information about Games Workshop and its other, related, brands and product ranges (including its publishing division ‘Black Library’ and its special resin miniatures studio ‘Forge World’) can be found at www.games-workshop.com.
Sydney, Australia – 11th December 2023: ATLUS has announced in a brand-new trailer that their upcoming fantasy RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio, will launch in Spring 2024. A brand-new trailer for their upcoming RPG remake, Persona 3 Reload, was also revealed with the game available for pre-order!
Metaphor: ReFantazio
In the trailer, titled, “The Royal Tournament”, ATLUS announced that their highly anticipated fantasy RPGMetaphor: ReFantazio will launch in Spring 2024.
The trailer features new gameplay scenes, an introduction to the story and fantasy setting, and notes from members of the team:
Director – Katsura Hashino (Shin Megami Tensei III – Nocturne, Persona 3, Persona 4, Persona 5)
Character Designer – Shigenori Soejima (Persona 3, Persona 4, Persona 5)
Composer – Shoji Meguro (Shin Megami Tensei III – Nocturne, Persona 3, Persona 4, Persona 5)
Concept Artist – Koda Kazuma (Notable Work: NieR: Automata)
You can watch the Metaphor: ReFantazio “The Royal Tournament” trailer below:
Additionally, ATLUS will host a special YouTube live broadcast in Japan (Japanese language only) for the game on Monday 11th December at 10:30pm AEDT, which will feature guests from the Japanese VA cast including, Natsuki Hanae as Protagonist, Sumire Morohoshi as Gallica, Kensho Ono as Strohl, and Saori Hayami as Hulkenberg.
And finally, ATLUS have shared new story and character details for Metaphor: ReFantazio.
Story
Our story takes place in The United Kingdom of Euchronia, where the assassination of the king brings chaos and unrest to the land. Then, one fateful day, a magic known only to the king called the Royal Magic is invoked, and the world becomes embroiled in a royal tournament for the throne. In the midst of this, the protagonist, together with his partner, the fairy Galica, must find a way to break the curse that has been placed on the prince that the kingdom believes to be dead. To do so, they depart on a journey across the vast land. They will discover that in order to achieve their goal, they must participate in the tournament for the throne, and this great task shall require them to ally with many friends and followers of the various tribes inhabiting the world.
Protagonist
Together with the fairy, Galica, he embarks on a journey to lift the deadly curse placed on his childhood friend, the prince of Euchronia. He is a boy of the elda tribe, branded as a “tainted” people by the state religion who believe they have inherited dangerous and heretical magic. Being so rare among the populous, they are detested and discriminated against throughout the kingdom.”
Gallica
Not only a travelling companion, Gallica is the guide who helps the protagonist carry out his mission to save the prince. Although she is too small to participate in battles, her knowledge of magic and ability to sense magla is superior to the protagonist due to her fairy nature. She doesn’t mince words, but she is a reassuring ally on his journey.
Strohl
He is a young man of the clemar tribe who meets the protagonist in the recruitment centre for the State Army. A smart young man with a strong sense of justice, he hails from a noble family. And yet, it seems his circumstances are complicated, as it is rare for a noble to enlist in the army alongside commoners.
Hulkenberg
A knight of the roussainte tribe and former member of the royal family’s Kingsguard who served by the prince’s side. Despite her young age, she excelled in the use of various weaponry and was assigned to the personal guard of the prince. But when the prince was attacked, she failed to protect him and set out to wander, carrying the stigma of this failure in her heart.
Heismay
A former knight of the eugief tribe. He has acute perception compared to most others, due in part to the eugief trait of being sensitive to sound. With an appearance that differs greatly from other tribes, it’s not uncommon for eugiefs to be discriminated against—and it seems Heismay is no exception, his past his own burden to bear.
New Concept Art
Journey through a vast and magnificent fantasy world. Explore the game alongside an intuitive and beautiful UI that elevates the experience. (Get an exciting sneak peek of the look of Metaphor: ReFantazio with new concept art pieces)
MetaphorReFantazio will be available on Xbox Series X, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4.
Persona 3 Reload
ATLUS shared new gameplay trailer about their upcoming RPG remake Persona 3 Reload in the new “The Meaning of Life” trailer. Follow the S.E.E.S. as they fight to save the world and balance their daily high school lives while exploring the deep complexities of existence in the newest trailer!
Watch the new trailer below:
Persona 3 Reload will launch on 2nd February 2024 for Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 and is now available for pre-order.
SEGA and Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio have published the Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth | Bucket List Story Trailer. In this new narrative trailer, Kazuma Kiryu reencounters old friends and allies who encourage him to reflect on the meaning of his life and where he should be heading.
Check out the trailer below
Like a Dragon Day, is a new initiative to annually commemorate the launch of the series in 2005. Fans can view a special Like a Dragon Day RGG Roundup stream on Twitch here and on YouTube here.
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.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth launches January 26, 2024 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X 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.
New Games for Crazy Taxi™, Golden Axe™, Jet Set Radio™, Shinobi™ and Streets of Rage™ Now in Development
Sydney, Australia – 11th December 2023: SEGA of America has unveiled an initiative to produce brand new titles from the publisher’s treasure trove of beloved IP. New games are currently in development for five of the company’s legacy franchises: Crazy Taxi, Golden Axe, Jet Set Radio, Shinobi and Streets of Rage – all reimagined for modern audiences.
Watch the new trailer below:
“In recent years, Sonic the Hedgehog has forged new paths for SEGA, bringing the franchise to life and reaching new audiences in ways we had only dreamed of in the past. Building off that success, we are digging into our legacy and reimagining several franchises to bring these games to more audiences around the globe,” says Co-COO of SEGA Corporation and CEO of SEGA of America, Shuji Utsumi. “Today’s announcement is just the start of our initiative. First and foremost, our ambition will be to create great games with memorable characters and worlds. We hope fans of all ages will look towards our future with anticipation as we release these projects in the coming years.”
The upcoming projects, spanning a range of genres, are currently in different stages of development and will release over the next several years. The first of these games will be based on the following legacy franchises:
Crazy Taxifranchise – A whacky, high-octane driving adventure series where players must weave through traffic in an open play environment to deliver passengers to their destinations before time runs out.
Golden Axe franchise – A “hack and slash”-style series with close melee combat set in a fantasy world of beasts, swords, and magic.
Jet Set Radiofranchise – This franchise combines action-packed traversal around vibrant Tokyo-to with skating, and self-expression through graffiti, street culture and rebellious themes.
Shinobi franchise – A series that utilizes ninja shuriken, ninjutsu, special attacks and more to defeat enemies in a mix of side-scrolling action and challenging environments.
Streets of Ragefranchise – A “beat ’em up”-style series that pairs fast-paced fist fighting with fresh music set in a lawless urban environment.
More details on each of these upcoming games, including official game titles, release dates and platforms, will be shared in the future. To stay in the loop, fans can visit nextlevel.sega.com to sign up and receive all the latest updates on these SEGA projects and more.
About SEGA of America, Inc.
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