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Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered Launch Trailer

2019/09/20
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Santa Clara, CA., (September 20, 2019) – Leading interactive entertainment publisher and developer BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today released Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered™, an enhanced version of 2013’s beloved action role-playing game featuring upgraded graphics on PlayStation 4 and STEAM. The original version of Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is also be available on Nintendo Switch, marking its official debut on a handheld platform.

Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered on PlayStation 4 and PC features brilliant new visual enhancements, giving PlayStation 4 players the ability to enjoy the game at 1080p resolution and with a super-smooth frame rate of 60 frames per second (fps). PlayStation 4 Pro users can also opt for a true 4K resolution at 30 fps, or 1440p at 60fps. Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch on Nintendo Switch is the first handheld iteration of the acclaimed title, letting Switch players experience the game with 720p resolution at 30 fps while docked in TV mode at home, or in handheld mode on the go. The game retains the same dynamic fight system combining real-time action and turn-based tactical elements, as well as the dozens of locations and hundreds of creatures that comprise the vast universe of Ni no Kuni.

Developed by LEVEL-5, Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch’s tale unfolds through animation storyboarded and created by the legendary Studio Ghibli, with music composed by award-winning musician Joe Hisaishi. Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch tells the charming yet tragic story of Oliver, a young boy who embarks on a journey to another world—one filled with familiars and foes—in hopes of bringing back his mother following a tragic incident. With a copy of the Wizard’s Companion book in hand and trusted friend Drippy by his side, Oliver must traverse exotic lands to tame familiars and take on malevolent foes. With his newly formed team of friends and familiars, it’s up to Oliver to overcome the challenges of personal growth and fierce enemies in order to save his mom.

For more information about Ni no Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch Remastered or other titles from BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc., please visit https://www.bandainamcoent.com, follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS or join the conversation on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/BandaiNamcoUS.

Bloody Harvest in-Game Event Announced for Borderlands 3

2019/09/20
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Geek News, Halloween, News, PlayStation 4 News, Windows PC News, Xbox One News

September 20, 2019 – Earlier today, Borderlands 3 Creative Director Paul Sage debuted the very first footage of the upcoming “Bloody Harvest” in-game event during the inaugural episode of The Borderlands Show, a new monthly web series covering all things Borderlands.

Bloody Harvest is a free, Halloween-themed event that will launch next month and run for a limited time. The event will include brand new and appropriately themed Legendary weapons, character skins, enemy types, environments, and at least one seriously spooky boss battle.

All players can take part in Bloody Harvest when it goes live in October, as it’s the first of many free updates and events you can expect from Borderlands 3. However, you will need to hunt some ghosts before you can gain entry to the special Bloody Harvest map…

To learn more about how the event will work, as well as what’s in store for those who choose to brave the Bloody Harvest, please refer to this blog. For brand new Bloody Harvest screenshots and art, please click here. And if you’d like to see episode one of The Borderlands Show in full, you’ll find it right here.

In addition to all these Bloody Harvest details, The Borderlands Show also revealed the release date for Borderlands 2 VR on Steam, which will officially launch on October 22 with all the BAMF DLC included.

Be sure to catch episode two of The Borderlands Show next month over at the official Borderlands Twitch channel. Episode two will include a closer look at the Maliwan Takedown first teased in the roadmap shown during PAX West.

Borderlands 3 is available now on Xbox One, PS4, and PC.

Ryu Hayabusa and More Coming to WARRIORS OROCHI 4 Ultimate

2019/09/20
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Burlingame, Calif. – September 20, 2019 – KOEI TECMO America and developer Omega Force revealed three new additions to the WARRIORS OROCHI 4 Ultimate roster; including Greek god, Hades; the heroic warrior, Achilles; and KOEI TECMO’s iconic ninja, Ryu Hayabusa. They join a cast of over 170 playable characters in the thrilling new entry to the popular ‘1 vs. 1,000’ hack-and-slash series where heroes from DYNASTY WARRIORS, SAMURAI WARRIORS, and the gods of ancient history band together seeking the truth behind the powerful forces who have transported them to wage war in this mysterious new world.

The first new fighter to join the WARRIORS OROCHI 4 Ultimate lineup is Hades. The brother of Zeus and god of the Underworld, Hades is known for his cold demeanor as he rules over the dead; caring little about what happens in the world above until now. He joins his brother Zeus in an anti-Odin coalition as they fight to discover the true purpose of Loki. Joining them in battle is the fearless fighter Achilles. Known as the mightiest warrior of the Greek army and the hero of the Trojan War, Achilles is feared by enemies and allies alike. He fights not just for victory, but for honor and fame. The third character joining the epic clash is not a god, but one of the most beloved ninjas in all of gaming: Ryu Hayabusa. The young member of the Hayabusa ninja clan and heir to the Dragon lineage, the “super ninja” continues his daily fight against evil with his signature Dragon Sword ready to slice and dice anyone who steps in his way – human or god.

In addition to the new characters, KOEI TECMO America also announced that popular Japanese voice actress Saori Hayami has signed on to not only add her beloved voice to the game, but she will also sing the WARRIORS OROCHI 4 Ultimate theme song. The title track will be available in both Japanese and English when the game launches in North America on February 14, 2020 on the PlayStation®4 Computer Entertainment System, the Nintendo Switch™, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X, and digitally on Windows PC via Steam®.

The new game will be available as both a standalone title, for those who haven’t yet experienced WARRIORS OROCHI 4, or as a special Upgrade Pack for those who already own the previous game.

World War Z Second Season of Free Content Announced

2019/09/19
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MAPLEWOOD, N.J. – Sept. 19, 2019 – Saber Interactive, in partnership with Focus Home Interactive, has shared a first look at the roadmap for the second season of free content coming to World War Z, the best-selling action-packed co-op shooter inspired by Paramount Pictures’ blockbuster film. Fans can expect a huge variety of new goodies in the coming months, including:

  • Two challenging new PvE missions set in Moscow and New York.
  • The highly anticipated introduction of a wave-based horde mode – Horde Mode Z.
  • A dangerous new zombie type.
  • PvE crossplay support.
  • The ability to prestige rank up for new weapon skins and perks.
  • A fiery new weapon and new cosmetic items.

World War Z’s first season of free content included the Weekly Challenge mode, “The Undead Sea” Tokyo mission, and the six-skulls extreme difficulty setting, as well as several other treats for players.

Powered by Saber’s dynamic Swarm Engine™, World War Z unleashes hundreds of fast-moving, bloodthirsty zombies at a time, able to move and strike as one collective herd, as well as break off as individual attackers. Choose from six distinct classes and an arsenal of deadly weapons, explosives, turrets and traps. Outlive the dead through intense four-player co-op campaign missions around the world, including New York, Jerusalem, Moscow and Tokyo, and battle both zombies and real human opponents in competitive, team-based Players vs. Players vs. Zombies (PvPvZ) multiplayer.

World War Z is out now digitally and at major retailers on PlayStation®4 and Xbox One, plus Windows PC via the Epic Games store. For more information, visit http://wwzgame.com, and follow the game on Facebook at www.facebook.com/WWZGame, Twitter @WWZTheGame, and Instagram @WWZGame.

John Wick Hex Release Date Trailer

2019/09/19
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AMSTERDAM and LOS ANGELES — Sept. 19, 2019 — Publisher Good Shepherd Entertainment, in partnership with global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B), has revealed that John Wick Hex will launch on Oct. 8, 2019, for Windows PC and Mac exclusively via the Epic Games store for $19.99. Developed by the acclaimed Bithell Games (Volume, Thomas Was Alone, Subsurface Circular), John Wick Hex is fight-choreographed chess brought to life as an action-oriented timeline strategy game, capturing the series’ signature gun fu fun and style.

Created in close cooperation with the creative and stunt teams behind Lionsgate’s hit franchise, every move in John Wick Hex hits like a scene from the movies, letting you feel like the legendary assassin himself. Each action you choose has risks and consequences, and each weapon changes the tactics at hand. Ammo is finite and realistically simulated, so time your reloads and make the most of the tools you find on the job. The game expands on the series’ universe with an original storyline, unique graphic noir art design, and the world-class voice talents of Ian McShane and Lance Reddick, reprising their iconic roles from the film franchise. John Wick Hex also includes the renowned voice acting talents of Troy Baker, who plays the titular mysterious antagonist, Hex.

On Saturday, October 5, game creator Mike Bithell and an array of special guests will host a New York Comic Con panel on translating the unique world of John Wick into a video game.

For more information, visit JohnWickHex.com, and follow @mikeBithell and @GoodShepherdEnt on Twitter.

Citadel: Forged With Fire New Launch Date Trailer

2019/09/19
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9/19/2019 – After a slight hiccup in the rollout schedule, the magical world of Citadel: Forged With Fire, has now locked and loaded its gold master for all platforms and is ready to soar onto retail and digital store shelves November 1, for Steam, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Xbox One.

In anticipation of the 1.0 worldwide launch Blue Isle Studio will be raising the Steam game price to $39.99 starting next week – but not until aspiring wizard apprentices have one last chance to purchase Citadel at a great price of only $14.99 (a 40% discount), today through next Tuesday.

Next weekend at Twitchcon in San Diego, September 27-29, show attendees can come visit with the Blue Isle team and play the latest updates for Citadel: Forged With Fire!

Set in the enchanted world of Ignus, this magical massive online sandbox RPG teaches aspiring wizards the art of spellcasting, spellcrafting, broomstick flying and extensive building as you make allies to form a house and then an empire. As a newly graduated Wizard apprentice you find your fledgling powers lacking against the magical creatures, both good and evil, that traverse through the unexplored world of Ignus. Gather resources, establish bases, practice spellcrafting capabilities and grow your arcane abilities in preparation for the dark dangers that lie ahead.

Citadel: Forged With Fire will launch worldwide to retailers and on digital platforms, November 1 for PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Steam PC, priced at $39.99, with pre-orders available now. The game is rated “T” (Blood, Violence) by the ESRB.

Citadel: Forged With Fire is now available for pre-order through major retailers, visit www.citadelthegame.com for more information and retail availability.

Band together with fellow wizards and learn to become a master sorcerer by following @PlayCitadel, ‘Like’ the arcane arts on Facebook and visit CitadelTheGame.com for more information.

A Total War Saga: TROY Announced

2019/09/19
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LONDON – September 19, 2019 – SEGA® Europe Ltd. today announced Creative Assembly’s thrilling new strategy title reconstructing one of the greatest stories ever told, A Total War Saga: TROY™. Inspired by Homer’s Iliad, TROY will let you forge a heroic legacy in the late Bronze Age, the furthest back in time the critically acclaimed franchise has ever travelled.

In TROY, the fate of Aegean civilisation will be in your hands; each choice you make will shape the lands from the mythical heights of Mount Olympus to the arid deserts of Lemnos. Experience history as it may have happened or shape the legend for yourself in this unique chapter of Total War™.

Homer’s Iliad is rich with myth, legends, gods and monsters. TROY casts these stories through a historical lens to consider what might have really happened but ultimately lets you decide which heroes will fall in battle and which will be immortalised in legend.

The battlefields will tremble under the feet of renowned warriors like Achilles and Hector but it will take more than brute force alone to lay claim to the legendary city of Troy. You will need to deftly manage a barter economy, conduct diplomacy among friends and foes, and curry the very favour of the Gods themselves before etching your name in the annals of history.

Total War Saga titles channel the grand strategy and real-time battles of a core Total War game into an intense flashpoint in time, letting you determine the outcome of pivotal moments in history. This change in scope and perspective makes Total War Saga the perfect home for innovation, often leading to new ideas that go on to influence future tentpole titles.

A Total War Saga: TROY will release on Steam for PC in 2020. Add it to your wish list here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1099410

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Wrath of the Jormungandr Playable in For Honor Until October 3

2019/09/19
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SAN FRANCISCO— September 19, 2019 — Today, Ubisoft announces the Year 3 Season 3 For Honor®  in-game event, Wrath of the Jormungandr starting today until October 3 at 6am PT. With more than 20 million players, For Honor is available on PlayStation®4 entertainment system, the Xbox One family of devices including the Xbox One X and Windows PC. For Honor is now available on UPLAY+,* Ubisoft’s subscription service.

The in-game event will come with a special limited-time game mode, Ragnarok, which transforms the Breach game mode in celebration of the Jormungandr, their Hamarr, and the map Storr Stronghold. Players will have the chance to wield The Mighty Hammer, creating remarkable combat with opponents in this special version of Breach mode. The Hammer is spawned by the deadly Sea Serpent, and will change the moveset of each character, adding two new special abilities to take on enemy factions:

  • Chain Lightning: An ability that does medium damage and has a small knockback, and jumps to nearby enemies.
  • Ground Smash: A one shot area of effect attack on the ground at the position of the wielder.

The event also introduces a new Battle Outfit, Storr Champion, as well as fantastical Illustrious Outfits, flowing with the true spirit of the Serpent. In addition, the event also adds a new execution, Rampage of Ragnarok, as well as themed weapons.

Year 3, Season 3 ’Hulda’ brought players the Jormungandr, a feral warrior who is part of the Viking Faction of For Honor. Following the events in Dead Shades, another legendary battle marked Heathmoor’s history. During Year 3 Season 1, Campaign 1, the Knights had conquered most of the continent. As they marched on Valkenheim, they clashed with the Vikings of Thornfinn Coast in Battle 28. To everyone’s surprise, the Vikings held the fortress, repelled all enemies from the North, and won all the remaining campaigns. The Wrath of the Jormungandr event tells the battle that led the Vikings on a path to absolute victory in Year 3 Season 1.

For more information about For Honor, please visit forhonorgame.com and follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/forhonorgame and on Twitter at twitter.com/forhonorgame.

For the latest about For Honor and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.

Atelier Ryza – Tokyo Games Show 2019 Trailer

2019/09/19
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Burlingame, Calif. – September 19, 2019 – KOEI TECMO America and GUST Studios detailed the intricate new Secret Hideout system today for their upcoming JRPG Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout. As Ryza, the budding alchemist, and her mischievous group of friends set out in search for adventure, they will be faced with a wealth of challenges to overcome. A series of circumstances leads the group into the depths of the mysterious Sunken Mine, a deep and dark dried-up environment that is home to something potentially evil — a gate leading to another world.

To prepare for their harrowing journey; to save their homeland from whatever is lurking in this far off land, the adventurers create a secret hideout as their new base of operations. As a budding young alchemist, Ryza will have to ensure she diligently practices synthesizing between her travels — the higher her alchemy level the more useful her items will be for future adventures. In addition, players will also able to use the exciting new Gathering Synthesis system from the hideout to create new lands to explore; they can use Forging to create new weaponry perfect for tougher foes; and Item Duplication, to easily craft a variety of consumable items for their journey.

Since Ryza’s Secret Hideout would not be complete without personalization, players will be able to customize their hideout to reflect their own personality through using various items found while exploring the multiple worlds. Ryza and her team will be able to increase their stats depending on how the base is remodeled, and the gathered items can be utilized strategically to grant useful stat boosts on the field during battle. These Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout features will unlock as players experience more of the game’s gripping narrative, quests, and magical lands.

With one month left until the launch of Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout, KOEI TECMO America released an enchanting new trailer; fresh from Tokyo Game Show 2019, giving a deep look at the enchanging and new Atelier narrative. A batch of new screenshots were also released to give players a first look at the Secret Hideout amenities available upon the game’s release.

Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout is slated to launch on October 29, 2019 for the Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, and Windows PC via Steam®. For more information on Atelier Ryza: Ever Darkness & the Secret Hideout, be sure to check us out on our official website https://www.koeitecmoamerica.com/ryza/, Like us on www.facebook.com/ateliergames and Follow us on Twitter @koeitecmous.

A Year of Rain PC Closed Beta Opens More Slots

2019/09/19
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HAMBURG, Germany – Sept. 19, 2019 – The PC closed beta of publisher and developer Daedalic Entertainment’s upcoming team-focused real-time strategy game A Year Of Rain kicks off today. Due to huge interest from fans, Daedalic has increased the number of slots allocated for closed beta, allowing more testers to gain access over the next three weeks.

Players can register for a chance to join closed beta at https://beta.ayearofrain.com.

Daedalic has also revealed new information about the four Heroes of House Rupah, one of A Year Of Rain’s three playable factions. Faction leader “Lord Jaidee Rupah” (only playable in campaign mode) is skillful with his sword and a master of conviction and influence. “Paladin Killian Morningview” is a veteran of many battles, reflected by the scars on both her body and soul. “Ranger Morrig Fogvale” is a northern dwarf and skilled hunter who doesn’t fear death. And “Spark Mage Shen the Scarred” is dedicated to the element of fire, leaving her foes unrecognizable after battle. Find more information about House Rupah at https://www.ayearofrain.com/en/game/house-rupah.html.

You can see House Rupah and the second, already introduced faction, The Restless Regiment, in action in the Undead Champs Tournament’s Grand Finale, which will be streamed on September 28 on Twitch at www.twitch.tv/wardiii. Previous rounds in the competitive series can be watched by VOD at www.ayearofrain.com/en/news/undead-champs-2019.html.

A Year Of Rain combines classic real-time strategy elements with a strong focus on teamplay and hero units. The game’s co-op campaigns and online and offline modes are designed with a team of two players in mind. The classic 2v2 Skirmish mode has been developed for competitive matches from the very start and is already being tested by top strategy players worldwide. The game’s Against All Odds mode is an innovation in the genre, where two lone heroes face two entire armies in a battle for survival.

A Year of Rain is expected to launch later this year. To keep track of the latest news about the game, please visit:

Official website: https://www.ayearofrain.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ayearofrain
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ayearofrain
Discord: https://discordapp.com/invite/ayearofrain
Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/319540/A_Year_Of_Rain