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ASKA Early Access Launch Trailer

ASKA, the third-person Viking survival builder from Thunderful Games and Sand Sailor Studio, is now available in Early Access on PC via Steam.

In ASKA, players find themselves shipwrecked on a mysterious island where they must tame an uncharted land and build a Viking empire worthy of Odin’s praise. Players can play solo or with up to three friends to establish a self-sufficient colony, while also engaging with crafting and survival loops, building settlements, attracting new villagers, managing the colony and hunting down bosses.

“After much hard work and listening to our core community, we are very proud to bring ASKA into Early Access,” said Cristian Diaconescu, Creative Director at Sand Sailor Studio. “We can’t wait for players to experience the world of ASKA and hear what they think as we continue to build upon this vast world that is close to our hearts.”

Developed by Sand Sailor Studio, an indie studio of ten members, based in Bucharest, Romania, and published by Thunderful – ASKA’s unique gameplay lies in its AI systems, which provide a unique flavor vs. other survival games on the market. ASKA gives players the opportunity to release themselves from the shackles of repetitive resource collection and management. Players are tribe leaders, coordinating a community of smart and capable AI villagers, each with their own schedule, needs and talents. Players work and live alongside their AI followers, building a truly vibrant and bustling Viking society.

Budding Vikings can visit www.playaska.com and follow all our latest ASKA news by joining Discord. For all ASKA content, be sure to also become a follower on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Twitter/X and Facebook too.

Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Home Video Trailer

The fate of the world is at stake when 20th Century Studios’ Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes arrives to digital retailers (Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango at Home) on July 9 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on August 27. Director Wes Ball’s stunning new entry into the Planet of the Apes series has been heralded by critics as “a jaw-dropping spectacle” (Matt Neglia, Next Big Picture) and “a visual masterpiece” (Mark Hughes, Forbes). It is Certified-Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes™ and has thrilled audiences worldwide, becoming one of the biggest global box office successes of the year and marking the beginning of a new era for the epic Planet of the Apes franchise.

Set generations after Caesar’s reign in a world where apes are the dominant species, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes follows an ape named Noa and a human named Mae as they emerge to define the future of how apes and humans will coexist.

Fans can delve deeper into the franchise on 4K UHD editions with “Inside the Lens: The Raw Cut,” a full-length alternative cut with a split-screen comparison between the final cut of the film and a version with unfinished VFX with optional audio commentary by director Wes Ball, editor Dan Zimmerman and VFX supervisor Erik Winquist. The never-before-seen alternate cut gives fans a unique opportunity to see the actors’ performances before the visual effects were completed.

The 4K UHD also arrives in a collectible limited edition SteelBook® with custom artwork by artist Dylan Cole. Finally, fans will have a chance to bring home the entire Planet of the Apes saga on Digital at select retailers. A special Planet of the Apes 10 film bundle will be available for $100 SRP.

Drug Dealer Simulator 2 Release Trailer

From selling █████ in the streets to running a million dollar empire – turn your ███ filled fantasy into a reality in Drug Dealer Simulator 2. The sequel to 2020’s controversial indie hit introduces a rich new tropical open world, 3-player co-op gameplay, new gang management options, militia raids, prison time, hand to hand brawling, and even pets! Drug Dealer Simulator 2 is available now on Steam for USD 24.99 / GBP 20.99 / EUR 24.50, with a 10% launch discount.

VAMPIRE: THE MASQUERADE – Reckoning of New York Reveal Trailer

Dear Villagers and Draw Distance are delighted to announce that Vampire: The Masquerade – Reckoning of New York is coming to Steam, PlayStation 4 with PlayStation 5 compatibility, Xbox One with Xbox Series compatibility and Nintendo Switch.

SYNOPSIS
Vampire: The Masquerade – Reckoning of New York invites you to immerse yourself in the third installment of this gripping visual novel series, set against the backdrop of the Big Apple teeming with supernatural intrigue. Embrace the darkness as a Kindred, a vampire thrust into a world of danger and betrayal where survival is paramount.

KEY FEATURES

  • Select between two main characters from two different vampire clans: Ravnos and Malkavian. Each offers their own perspective on the unfolding story.
  • Play with new gameplay mechanics as you harness the powers of Disciplines to overcome challenges or evade the relentless pursuit of hunters hot on your trail. But beware the insatiable Hunger that gnaws at your very being, threatening to unleash the Beast within.
  • Experience the thrilling conclusion to this gripping saga in the heart of the New York concrete jungle.

Way of the Hunter Remington Firearms Pack Release Trailer

THQ Nordic has partnered with Remington Firearms to bring you an even greater selection and additional calibers with the Remington Firearms Pack for Way of the Hunter, releasing TODAY! Make your choice from these four brand-new Remington Firearms products and hunt your own way. The Remington Firearms Pack is available for €4.99 / $4.99 / £3.49 on PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S.

375 H&H Magnum CALIBRE WITH THE MODEL 700 SPS: From the rock-solid receiver design to the famous three rings of steel, the Model 700 SPS offers unrivaled out-of-the-box accuracy and high-end performance. Features include an improved, ergonomically designed synthetic stock, carbon steel barrels and receivers drilled and tapped for scope mounts. All exterior metalwork features a matte black finish.

Model 870 SPS SUPER MAGNUM TURKEY/PREDATOR: The most dependable slide action of all time in a design that will go the distance with deadly precision, whether your target is the crease behind a buck’s shoulder, a wily coyote or a big red head. An all inclusive, camo package put together with devastating implications for birds at extended range and predators that close the distance.

THE MODEL 700 ALPHA 1 HUNTER: Maximizes the performance of the present-day ammunition with modern key features. A tool-less takedown firing pin assembly, round receiver, fluted 5R barrel, threaded muzzle, precision ground recoil lugs, Elite Hunter Timney straight trigger and AG composite carbon fiber stock.

THE MODEL 870 FIELDMASTER SYNTHETIC FULLY RIFLED DEER: Provides value and quality performance in one of the most accurate slug shooting combinations available. It includes a 20-inch fully rifled barrel with adjustable rifle sights. Matched to this is the satin black finish on all exposed metal parts, and new synthetic stock and fore-end with SuperCell® recoil pad.

Way of the Hunter is available for PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S at an SRP of $ 39.99 / € 39.99.

The Thing: Remastered – Deep Dive Episode 1

Today, video game remaster developer Nightdive Studios launched “Deep Dive,” a new bi-weekly podcast series that takes fans behind the scenes of the renowned team to learn more about its library of acclaimed retro titles.

Following the announcement of The Thing: Remastered at IGN Live earlier this month, the first episode of Deep Dive burrows into the minds of the remastered cult classic horror game’s development team and Mark Atkinson, one of the original directors and programmers of Computer Artworks’ 2002 The Thing.

Nightdive Studios’ Deep Dive podcast is hosted by Dimitris “Modern Vintage Gamer” Giannakis with co-hosts Morgan Shaver (Nightdive’s Comms Manager) and Locke Vincent (Nightdive’s Video Producer). New episodes will be released every other Monday on YouTube, offering fans a closer look at what the Nightdive team is working on via developer interviews and by showcasing behind-the-scenes content. Episodes will also feature Nightdive community giveaways and shout-outs, including fan art spotlights, favorite comments, and more.

About The Thing: Remastered

The Thing: Remastered is a faithful restoration of the cult-classic 2002 third-person survival horror shooter game inspired by Universal Pictures’ genre-defining 1982 film, The Thing. Nightdive Studios has upgraded this horrifying classic for the modern era through its proprietary KEX Engine for play on current-generation gaming devices up to a 4K resolution at 120FPS. Improvements to character models, textures, and animations have been hand-crafted by Nightdive Studios, with the implementation of advanced 3D rendering for updated lighting and atmospheric effects — for a suspenseful and disgustingly detailed remaster that reanimates the thrilling game for modern audiences.

In the frozen arctic tundra, a mysterious shape-shifting alien has wiped out the crew of the U.S. Outpost #31 research facility. In The Thing: Remastered, players step into the boots of Captain J.F. Blake, the leader of a United States Army Special Forces rescue team sent to investigate the blood-curdling events that transpired in the original The Thing film. Trapped by the elements and at risk of infection by a horrific entity, Blake must keep his squad together to survive by gaining their trust and ensuring that their fear and paranoia don’t get the best of them … or himself.

Space for Sale The Great Pivot Dev Diary

3…2…1…takeoff! Get your rockets and space suits ready as Space for Sale launches into Early Access on Steam this summer! Start your very own space realtor adventure, solo or with a friend! All of this is topped off with a new dev diary entry.

In today’s dev diary, Mirage Game Studios’ Lead Artist Toby talks with Simon, their Game Director, about the changes the studio had to make for Space for Sale to pivot it into an early access title, how Space for Sale is moving towards becoming a more replayable game, about finishing planets, and their bigger focus on community building while introducing their new Community Manager, Masha!

About Space for Sale

Space for Sale follows the delightful journey of an intergalactic property developer on a mission to build hospitable dwellings, cosy lodgings and luxurious estates. Your list of alien clientele is ever expanding, but so are their demands. The housing market is all about location, location, location – so venture out to discover the wonders scattered throughout the solar system, and more importantly, try to turn them into sweet profit. Word of warning, some of the local flora and fauna will not take kindly to outsiders. Don’t jump the gun just yet, with careful observation and collaborative experiments you might win them over. Learn how local lifeforms have adapted to harsh biomes and make use of your discoveries to enhance your structures and gadgets!

Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous A Dance of Masks Trailer

A grand adventure finally comes to a close, as today developer Owlcat Games releases the sixth and final DLC expansion for its critically acclaimed cRPG, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. Out now on PC and consoles, A Dance of Masks takes players back to where it all began in a final love letter to the Knight Commander and their loyal companions. The DLC heavily focuses on the companions and the Knight Commander’s relationships with them and features fully-voiced dialogue.

Gather the Knight Commander’s companions and return to the city of Kenabres, destroyed and now rebuilt from the ashes. Partake in festival activities, celebrate your victories, socialize with friends and loved ones, watch the fireworks… and thwart the plans of villains trying to spoil the fun!

Key features of A Dance of Masks include:

  • A new adventure that will take you back to Kenabres and beyond, including a new enemy’s stronghold
  • Personal events for every companion — we’ve seen them fight, now it’s time to watch them have a day off
  • A new romantic event with every romanceable companion
  • An otherworldly arena where players can test their mettle against some truly mythic enemies
  • 11 new character archetypes and a new weapon with the ability to switch grip from one-handed to two-handed
  • Fully voiced dialogues

Disney Speedstorm Season 8 Trailer

Journey of Emotions, the all-new Inside Out-inspired season for Disney Speedstorm, is now live on PC, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch™!

Journey of Emotions puts Riley’s emotions in the spotlight and brings a multitude of new Racers into the Disney Speedstorm mix, alongside a brand-new Racing Environment “Riley’s Mind”, a new Team Battle game mode, and extensive improvements to Player Rank progression and Ranked Racers.

New Racers being added today include:

  • Joy – Speedster Class Racer
  • Anger – Brawler Class Racer
  • Sadness – Defender Class Racer
  • Disgust – Trickster Class Racer
  • Fear – Defender Class Racer

Plus, Anxiety (Speedster Class Racer) and Ennui (Trickster Class Racer) from Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out 2 are joining the race in thrilling mid-season events!

Journey of Emotions will also see the addition of new Crew Members that will help guide players to victory including: Happy Riley, Angry Riley, Scared Riley, Sad Riley, Disgusted Riley, Riley’s Mom, Riley’s Dad, and many more

Today also marks the launch of the all-new Team Battle Mode, an exciting and social way to experience Disney Speedstorm that pits two teams of three racers each in tense, action-packed racing battles. This new mode is a great way for racers to increase their Player Rank, which is a new progression reward system that gives players the chance to earn even more rewards.

LIFE IS STRANGE: DOUBLE EXPOSURE Reveal Livestream

Today, Square Enix® debuted the LIFE IS STRANGE: DOUBLE EXPOSURE Reveal Livestream, detailing everything players need to know about the next entry in the award-winning narrative adventure series.

Deck Nine developers Jonathan Stauder (Game Director) and Felice Kuan (Narrative Director) were joined by host Elyse Willems (Funhaus, 30 Morbid Minutes), who interviewed them about this thrilling new adventure, including how the game is designed to appeal to both long-term fans and brand-new players. Though the reverberations of Max’s past are felt throughout this story, no previous LIFE IS STRANGE save file is needed to dive in.

In the livestream, Felice Kuan, Narrative Director, detailed further:

“We knew that this had to be something special. We also knew we had to respect the two unforgettable endings to the first chapter of Max’s story, while also crafting something new. Something fresh, that echoed and acknowledged Max’s past challenges, even as it moved her personal story forward. Welcoming in new players from the very beginning, while giving fans the story they didn’t know they wanted.”

Later in the stream, Hannah Telle (the voice of Max Caulfield) sat down for a one-on-one chat with host Elyse, detailing her emotional journey from the Max of the past to the Max of the present day:

“As Max has evolved, her powers have evolved too. She didn’t use that power for a really long time, because it creates so much devastation. So it adapted into something different. She now has this supernatural ability to move between two timelines, giving her a unique position to figure out what’s really going on with Safi’s murder.”

We also got a further look at Max’s new ability to “Shift” between two parallel timelines. Game Director, Jonathan Stauder explained:

“Max’s ability to Shift between the two timelines opens up a whole slew of gameplay possibilities. Max will navigate between different two versions of the same space, and she’ll be able to use these powers to circumnavigate puzzles and discover clues about suspects she might not otherwise have access to.”

Featuring never-before-seen in-game footage and stories from behind the scenes, the stream culminated in an extended gameplay showcase from Chapter 1, seeing protagonist Max and her friends Safi and Moses watching a meteor shower together from the roof of the Caledon Observatory. However, things soon took a strange and deadly turn…

LIFE IS STRANGE: DOUBLE EXPOSURE will be available on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PlayStation 5® and PC via Steam and Windows Store on Oct. 29, 2024. The game is also coming to Nintendo Switch, with further details to be announced.