The day is near – today, THQ Nordic is thrilled to announce the Early Access start for Titan Quest II. In Winter 2024/2025, players will be able to dive into this epic odyssey and experience first hand what it means to rival the gods themselves!
Forged in the creative crucible of Grimlore Games in Germany, Titan Quest II is currently under development. This epic odyssey is destined for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X, eagerly anticipated to launch when the time comes.
For further details on Titan Quest II, please refer to our latest update: https://thqn.net/3KqqyXQ
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Today, Prime Video announced during the Gamescom Opening Night Live global livestream, their captivating new adult-animated anthology series: Secret Level, featuring original short stories set within the worlds of some of the most beloved video games. From Amazon MGM Studios and Blur Studio, creators of Love, Death + Robots, comes 15 mind-bending episodes and groundbreaking animation. Secret Level will be available exclusively on Prime Video in over 240 countries and territories worldwide on December 10.
“Secret Level weaves a tapestry of iconic games across multiple mediums, to tell a series of unique and captivating stories,” said Vernon Sanders, head of television, Amazon MGM Studios. “Created and led by Tim Miller, Blur Studio, and Supervising Director Dave Wilson, each episode will take our global Prime Video customers on a brand new journey with breathtaking animation and imaginative storytelling.”
Each episode of Secret Level serves as a gateway to a new adventure, unlocking exciting worlds from beloved gaming classics and highly anticipated new titles. Prepare for an unforgettable journey, where Amazon MGM Studios and gaming’s finest unite in a first-of-its-kind event that brings together more game IP in a single series than has ever been done before. Below is the incredible list of games who inspired the 15 epic stories found in Secret Level.
Armored Core
Concord
Crossfire
Dungeons & Dragons
Exodus
Honor of Kings
Mega Man
New World: Aeternum
PAC-MAN
PlayStation (Highlighting various PlayStation Studios beloved entities)
Sifu
Spelunky
The Outer Worlds
Unreal Tournament
Warhammer 40,000
Secret Level is created by and executive produced by Tim Miller. Dave Wilson serves as executive producer and supervising director.
During tonight’s Gamescom’s Opening Night Live, Bethesda Game Studios announced the latest free update for Starfield is available tonight! Also announced during tonight’s ceremony was a September 30, 2024 release date for Shattered Space, Starfield’s highly anticipated new story expansion.
August Update
The free August Update introduces the REV-8 land vehicle. The REV-8 gives players the freedom to explore new frontiers — and reach new heights — in their very own cruiser.
The REV-8 comes equipped with a mounted turret, armor for additional protection when driving, room for a companion, and boosters to cover ground more quickly or get out of a sticky situation. Boosters can even add some jump to the ride, allowing players to sail through the air and reach areas that would have previously been much tougher to get to.
To launch the REV-8, head to a ship service technician to install a vehicle module. After being installed on their ship of choice, the REV-8 will automatically deploy outside the ship wherever players land.
Also available in the August Update are new Xbox Series S display settings to mirror existing Xbox Series X settings.
New settings:
Frame Rate Target: You can now choose between 30, 40, 60 or an Uncapped frame rate on VRR displays. If you do not have a VRR display running 120hz, you will still be able to select from 30 or 60. Screen tearing may occur at times when selecting 60 on a non-VRR display.
Prioritize: You can now prioritize between Visuals and Performance while trying to maintain the frame rate target. If you’re choosing a frame rate target of 60 or above, we recommend changing this to Performance. Prioritizing Visuals keeps the highest resolution while maintaining full detail for special effects, lighting, and crowds. Prioritizing Performance lowers internal resolution and detail for special effects, lighting, and crowds. Both modes may adjust internal resolution dynamically when scenes or action get heavier as well. When switching between modes, you will see the lighting change briefly as the system catches up to the new mode.
VSync: You can now toggle between VSync off or on. Choosing off will separate the game frames from the monitor’s refresh rate and may result in screen tearing. Toggling On will synchronize the frame rate to the monitor’s refresh rate avoiding screen tearing but limiting number of frames.
Rebellion, one of the world’s most successful independent video game developers and publishers, has revealed Sniper Elite: Resistance. Announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live today, Sniper Elite: Resistance will launch in 2025, coming day one to Game Pass. The game will be available on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Sniper Elite: Resistance will also release on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.
Sniper Elite: Resistance tells a gripping new standalone story that runs in parallel with Sniper Elite 5. Harry Hawker, agent of the Special Operations Executive (SOE), takes the lead role for the first time in the series as he discovers an insidious new Wunderwaffe – something so powerful, it guarantees the Nazis would win the war.
Offering the unparalleled sniping mechanics, stealth and tactical third-person combat you would expect from the franchise, Sniper Elite: Resistance turns the attention towards the hidden war, far from the front lines, deep within the heart of occupied France.
Kill List targets, multiple infiltration and extractions points and side missions allow player agency on how to complete your objective. Other game features players will enjoy include:
Full-length, standalone campaign available in both single-player and co-op
Authentic arsenal of World War II weaponry, featuring fan favorites as well as new additions
Customize and upgrade weapons to overcome challenges and fit your playstyle
The trademark X-ray kill cam returns, showing you the true destructive power of each shot
Engage in cat and mouse multiplayer in the fan-favorite Invasion mode
Once you’ve set your scope, take things online with adversarial multiplayer
Today during Opening Night Live at Gamescom 2024, SNK CORPORATION announced that FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves will be released on April 24, 2025. SNK also revealed Mai Shiranui’s triumphant return to join the roster of memorable fighters, and detailed game modes and features coming to City of the Wolves. Additionally, pre-orders for FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves are now open, including the newly revealed Special Edition, which includes the Base Game and Season Pass 1 for $59.99 USD / €59.99 EUR. Players who pre-order the game will receive a Terry Bogard costume based on his classic FATAL FURY appearance, as well as three days of early access starting April 21, 2025. FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves will be available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and the Epic Games Store.
Watch the FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves Pre-Order Trailer here and Mai Shiranui Trailer here.
South Town’s Finest Unite FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves brings together a diverse roster of familiar faces and new blood, with 17 playable characters at launch. Iconic fighters like Terry Bogard and Rock Howard return to the scene alongside debuting challengers, like the science prodigy Preecha and street assassin Vox Reaper. An additional five DLC fighters will be added in Season Pass 1.
SNK revealed the latest fighter, Mai Sharinui, the globally renowned ninja now sporting a new look.
Voice Actors: Rebecca Rose (EN), Ami Koshimizu (JA)
Bio: Mai is the successor to Shiranui-style ninjutsu. Following an important tip-off from dutiful monk Sokaku Mochizuki, this modern-day kunoichi proceeds to South Town with purpose—her intense flame and ever-refined techniques lighting up the darkness therein.
Game Features and Modes City of the Wolves blends innovative new mechanics with familiar features for a captivating and rewarding experience for both newcomers and veteran players alike.
REV System + Returning Systems:Unleash the all-new REV System, offering powerful offensive moves like REV Arts and REV Blows, pushing the excitement to the max until the REV Meter overheats. Classic systems like Combination Attacks, Just Defense, and S.P.G. return, reimagined for today’s battles.
Controls for Veterans and Newcomers: Arcade Style offers precision and technique, while Smart Style allows for easy, flashy combos with simple inputs. Both newcomers and seasoned pros can feel powerful with their control scheme of choice.
A Story of Fates Intertwined:Embark deep into South Town in Arcade Mode, where fighters clash over the legacy of Geese Howard. Driven by powerful emotions and past rivalries, they race to a long-awaited showdown. Dive toward the future and uncover the truth of the epic saga in South Town’s narrative climax!
Episodes of South Town RPG Adventure: Introducing “Episodes of South Town” (EOST)—a solo RPG where challengers battle foes under unique conditions, earning XP and building skills along the way. Level up and chase the crown in South Town to forge a legend unlike any other.
Rollback, Cross-Platform, & More Online Features: Experience FATAL FURY: City of the Wolves with integrated rollback netcode and cross-platform functionality, offering flawless matches with players across any system. Choose from Ranked, Casual, and Room Matches, and watch as AI technology crafts clones from player’s styles to challenge others or even themselves!
Customization With No Bounds:Adjust the appearance of any fighter by way of outfit and gear colors, as well as distinct patterns—which are all unlocked in Episodes of South Town—and more! Players can also jam out to a vast catalog of iconic tracks across the FATAL FURY series, including additional music from another South Town classic, THE ART OF FIGHTING. Create personalized playlists to customize the background music for specific modes and rev up to the music!
Burn your knuckles with SNK’s Fatal Fury series’ Terry Bogard when he arrives in Street Fighter™ 6as the newest playable character – and first-ever guest character to scuffle in the Street Fighter™ series – on Sept. 24, 2024, acrossPlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. The first look at Terry’s gameplay was revealed at Gamescom 2024 Opening Night Live, with a longer Extended Version premiering immediately after. Players can finally experience Terry across all three games modes, including Fighting Ground and Battle Hub, as well as throwing hands with Terry as the newest Master in World Tour’s Metro City. In addition to debuting his fiery move set, which incorporates mechanics from SNK’s Fatal Fury series, Capcom revealed a hot new outfit and stage set to drop alongside the Legendary Hungry Wolf next month!
To witness the Terry Gameplay Trailer, please visit YouTube, and for the latest assets and information on Street Fighter 6, visit the official Street Fighter 6 website.
Go head-to-head as Terry with these new additions:
New Outfit: Try on Terry’s Outfit 2, inspired by his appearance in Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves, where he sports a brown jacket and jeans. Acquire this retro look and dress to impress by maxing out your bond with him in World Tour, or with Fighter Coins.
New Stage: Keep the open tabs coming with Terry in the new stage Pao Pao Cafe 6 and find all the Easter Eggs and cameos from the Fatal Fury series! Year 2 Ultimate Pass owners will receive automatic access to Terry and the Cafe stage on Sept. 24, while the new stage can also be purchased individually with Fighter Coins or Drive Tickets.
C’mon, Terry is ready to fight with his iconic attacks from previous Fatal Fury installments such as Power Geyser and Passing Sway featured in his extensive move set:
Passing Sway: A unique target combo that moves to the back “lane” of the stage when it hits, then has Terry reappear on either side of his opponent with Jumping Lariat or Jumping Knee – a unique mechanic carried over directly from the Fatal Fury series!
Power Wave: Launch a fireball projectile that travels along the ground, with the light version moving slower and the medium version igniting a bigger wave
Burn Knuckle: A forward thrusting punch, useful for surprises and closing distance. The light version, Quick Burn, reels off a hook, then a downward punch that can’t be blocked while crouching.
Buster Wolf: Terry’s Level 1 Super Art charges him forward with a piercing thrust, firing off a blast of energy, and is invincible on start-up.
Power Geyser: Terry’s Level 2 Super Art erupts a volcanic explosion that pushes opponents away. If it hits, expend 3 Drive Gauge bars to follow-up with a Twin Geyser. And if that hits, spend 1 Super Art gauge for the iconic Triple Geyser.
Rising Fang: Terry’s Level 3 Super Art showcases a lethal sequence of attacks featuring his iconic moves that end with a powerful blast.
Terry will be ready to rumble next month for players who own or purchase the Year 2 Character Pass or Year 2 Ultimate Pass. The wicked M. Bison (available now) and easygoing Terry will soon be joined by Mai (Early 2025) and Elena (Spring 2025) to round out Year 2 of Street Fighter6. Stay tuned for more details!
Fans of the bestselling Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver video game series will be able to discover the franchise’s untold backstory in an all-new, original graphic novel titled Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise, now live on Kickstarter.
The project is being helmed by writers Joshua Viola (True Believers, It Came From the Multiplex) and Angie Hodapp (Unioverse, Shadow Atlas), with interior art by Juan Samu (Star Wars, Godzilla), colors by Zac Atkinson (Teen Titans), letters by Jeremiah Lambert (Masters of the Universe, Transformers), a main cover by Dave Rapoza (Destiny, Magic: The Gathering), variant covers by Aaron Lovett (Monster Train, Inkbound and film poster and cover artist Matthew Therrien (R. L. Stine’s Zombie Town, The Wrath of Becky), with additional art by Jonny Bush (Rob Zombie, Ghost) and Ninja Jo (Star Wars, Stranger Things). Brent Friedman (Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Call of Duty) is providing narrative guidance alongside creative direction and input from Crystal Dynamics, including never-before-seen ideas and elements from unreleased Soul Reaver lore. The all-new graphic novel also features concept art by Daniel Cabuco, who provided concept art for Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver and Soul Reaver 2, and was the Art Director for Legacy of Kain: Defiance.
Arriving in time for the 25th Anniversary of the release of the original Soul Reaver game, the publication of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise will mark the first official new Soul Reaver narrative in two decades, since 2003’s Legacy of Kain: Defiance. Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise delves into Raziel’s past as a human Sarafan warrior and his transformation into a vampire lieutenant under Kain. The story introduces new characters, including a mysterious vampire with deep connections to Raziel and Kain. This compelling tale explores and expands the existing canon while answering long-standing questions.
“Raziel’s story spans centuries, offering rich material to explore,” says co-writer Joshua Viola. “Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise not only fills in the gaps but fleshes out his character in surprising ways, revealing more of what shaped him into the Raziel we know and pity. We have lots of surprises in store beyond the graphic novel that will blow fans’ minds.”
“It was important to Josh and me to find, after twenty years, the right place and time to re-enter this world,” said co-writer Angie Hodapp. “We wanted to find new stories about these characters that felt organic to the original canon — stories that would excite longtime fans of the games with plenty of familiar elements, while also inviting new fans to join in. With that in mind, and with the directive from Crystal Dynamics to introduce new characters while keeping our story lens tight on the known cast, Josh and I explored Raziel’s past…specifically, his human past and the genesis of his wings in the days before Kain cast him into the Abyss.”
This will be the first-ever book published by Bit Bot Media, a new, cutting-edge multimedia company from Klayton (Celldweller/Scandroid), the multifaceted musician known for his contributions to major motion pictures, TV, and video games including Transformers, Malignant, and Killer Instinct, and Denver Post bestselling writer and film producer Joshua Viola, in collaboration with Crystal Dynamics. The Kickstarter campaign will also feature an official Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise Soundtrack from acclaimed musician Celldweller starring Matt Heafy of Trivium, a high-end replica of the Reaver Sword, and more exclusive collectors items.
Fans can support the graphic novel today on Kickstarter. For more information on Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver – The Dead Shall Rise graphic novel, sign up at bitbotmedia.com for the Bit Bot newsletter and follow the company’s social media accounts on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
About Bit Bot: Bit Bot Media is a forward-thinking multimedia company co-founded by Klayton (Celldweller) and Joshua Viola, alongside James Rhodes of FiXT, focusing on the creation of original films, video games, comics, music, and merchandise. With a commitment to innovation and quality, Bit Bot Media aims to push the boundaries of entertainment. Visit https://bitbotmedia.com/ for more info.
About Crystal Dynamics: Crystal Dynamics is an award-winning, best-in-class game development studio head quartered just south of San Francisco in sunny San Mateo, CA. Founded in 1992, Crystal Dynamics has grown into a world class studio by developing iconic franchises and keeping at the forefront of the very latest in technology and graphics. Having created beloved properties such as Gex and the Legacy of Kain series, as well as driving the award-winning, massively successful Tomb Raider franchise at over 95M franchise units sold to date, Crystal Dynamics is now laying the groundwork for the next generation of innovative and technologically stunning projects.
Get ready to confront destiny…GameScience, a global game developer and publisher is proud to share that its highly-anticipated action RPG, Black Myth: Wukong, has launched worldwide. In early development since 2018, the game has continued to garner interest and acclaim for its breathtaking visuals and homage to Chinese mythology and lore from one of the greatest Chinese classic novels that players experience through its innovative gameplay style. Black Myth: Wukong combines rich storytelling, stunning visuals, and a unique take on the action RPG formula utilizing frenetic combat and a robust upgrade system to create an unforgettable narrative-driven gaming experience.
As part of the global launch commemoration, Black Myth: Wukong participated in Opening Night Live at Gamescom 2024 by showcasing its launch trailer for gamers watching the world’s biggest game event. Leading up to its release, the title was the #1 Global Top Seller and #1 Most Wishlisted Game on Steam according to SteamDB.
Key Features:
Breathtaking Blend of Eastern Myth & Reality: Awe-inspiring landscapes, from lush forests and towering mountains to mystical temples and dark, foreboding caves, meticulously crafted to transport players into a fantastical rendition of ancient China.
Strange, Intelligent & Formidable Monsters: A diverse array of mythical beings (Yaoguai), from powerful demons and cunning spirits to legendary monsters, each with their own unique abilities and backstories. Inspired by ‘Journey to the West,’ these formidable foes add depth and challenge to your adventure.
Dynamic Combat Abilities & Diverse Strategies: Experience battles filled with diverse spells, transformations, and magical treasures. Each ability interacts in unique ways, creating a rich and strategic combat system.
Cinematic Story-telling, Complex Characters: Face off against fierce and cunning enemies with compelling backstories, personalities, and motives. Discover what drives these adversaries as you progress.
Supermassive Games has today announced an all-new sci-fi survival horror adventure, Directive 8020, a new Dark Pictures game for PC (Steam), PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
From the studio behind Until Dawn and The Quarry comes an immersive cinematic horror experience. Directive 8020 blends intense survival gameplay with a branching narrative storyline featuring Hollywood actor Lashana Lynch (Bob Marley: One Love, The Woman King) as the groundbreaking astronaut ‘Young.’
In a dramatic step forward for the series, the game features persistent real-time threats, all-new stealth gameplay mechanics, and enhanced interactive cinematics powered by Unreal Engine 5.
Directive 8020
Earth is dying and humanity is running out of time. 12 light years from home, Tau Ceti f offers a small sliver of hope. When the colony ship Cassiopeia crash lands on the planet, its crew soon realize they are far from being alone.
Hunted by an alien organism capable of mimicking its prey, the crew of the Cassiopeia must outwit their pursuers to make it home alive. As they battle to survive, they are confronted with the hardest choice of all: to save themselves, they must risk the lives of everyone on Earth.
In space, death takes many forms.
Features
Next-Gen Cinematic Survival Horror: Experience immersive cinematic storytelling and edge-of-your-seat horror on a deep space mission to save humanity.
Real-Time Alien Threats: Evade a deadly alien threat that roams the dark corridors of the ship, intent on eradicating human life. Overcome your enemies using improvised weapons, lightning reflexes, and stealth.
Trust No One: Encounter an alien lifeform that perfectly imitates its prey.Years of training and trust are lost among the crew when their enemy hides in plain sight. Who is human and who is not? Your choices are now more important than ever!
Revealed during gamescom’s Opening Night Live, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™ will be available on December 9 for Xbox Series X|S consoles, PC and Game Pass and will be launching on PlayStation 5 in Spring 2025. Pre-orders for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle are now open for Xbox Series X|S consoles and PC, with wishlisting also available on PlayStation. Those who purchase the Premium Edition, Premium Upgrade or Collector’s Edition of the game will receive 3 days of early access, beginning December 6.
Watch the latest trailer here:
From MachineGames, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, set between the events of Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ and Indiana Jones and the The Last Crusade™, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle immerses players in an all-new single-player, narrative driven adventure. Blending cinematic set-pieces, puzzle-solving, and hand-to-hand combat, players will embark on an authentic Indiana Jones™ experience around the world to try and defeat the sinister forces working against them.
Players can also look forward to more content with the launch of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of the Giants DLC™. This story-focused DLC will be available with purchases of the Premium, Premium Upgrade and Collector’s Edition post-launch with more details coming at a later date.
In addition, both Physical and Digital Editions for Xbox Series X|S consoles and PC are now available for pre-order. More information on pre-orders can be found here.
Pre-order options include:
Standard Edition – Digital + Physical
Premium Edition – Digital + Physical
Premium Upgrade – Digital only [Requires Base Game]
Collector’s Edition – Physical only
All pre-orders include the Last Crusade Pack, which features in-game cosmetics the Traveling Suit Outfit and the Lion Tamer Whip. In addition to the Last Crusade Pack, the Premium and Premium Upgrade editions come with 3-days of early access starting on December 6, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of the Giants story DLC, the Temple of Doom Outfit cosmetic, and a digital-art book.
Finally, the Collector’s Edition will feature an 11” Great Circle globe, featuring a puzzle mechanic that can be solved to unlock a hidden storage compartment. The CE also includes an Allmaker Relic replica, Adventure Journal and SteelBook® display case, plus all the digital content mentioned above. Full details on the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Collector’s Edition can be found here.
