PARIS — March 25, 2020 — The first episode of The Council, the unique narrative adventure RPG from Focus Home Interactive and Big Bad Wolf, is now free to play and own on PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and PC via Steam! The Council received acclaim for pushing genre boundaries thanks to its deep story, intricate characters, shocking twists and smart writing with meaningful choices and consequences.
In “Episode 1: The Mad Ones,” you embark on a journey to a private island in an attempt to discover the fate of your missing mother. Joining you are several high-profile guests, including Napoleon Bonaparte and George Washington. The strange nature of this private reception goes beyond just its prestigious guests – everyone seems to have their own agenda to hide.
All episodes in The Council – The Complete Season are out now and available to purchase bundled on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC.
San Diego, March 25, 2020 – Intrepid Studios is thrilled to announce that on Friday, March 27th at 11:00 am Pacific (2:00 pm Eastern), the team will be hosting an early preview of the upcoming Ashes of Creation Alpha One build! This will be the first chance for fans of the MMORPG to see the game played in real-time. The event will take place on the Ashes of Creation Twitch channel. During the livestream, developers will be focusing on the early Alpha One preview and will be taking fan questions throughout the live broadcast.
“Everyone at Intrepid is excited to show our amazing community the progress we have made in creating the MMORPG of our dreams. Our goal has always been to create something our fans can be proud of, and we are dedicated to providing them the experience of a lifetime.,” said Steven Sharif, Creative Director at Intrepid Studios. “We’ve been working hard to make sure that Ashes of Creation is something truly special, and this is just the beginning of what we expect will be a very exciting 2020 for MMO fans.”
For those unable to attend, the livestream video will be published immediately after the stream on Twitch and via the Ashes of Creation YouTube page at a later date.
March 25, 2020 – Perfect World Entertainment and Echtra Games are excited to unveil the Sharpshooter, the latest hero class for Torchlight III, the newly announced successor to the critically acclaimed Torchlight series. This new class combines careful precision skills with ranged weapons and magical trinkets to strike down enemies from afar. The Sharpshooter is cunning and willing to bend the rules in order to survive the hordes of creatures running rampant in each of the game’s diverse biomes. This new hero class is currently featured in the Closed Alpha for Torchlight III on Steam and will be available to players worldwide when the game officially launches on PC later this year. Check out the reveal trailer below to see this nimble character in action:
Armed with a signature bow, the Sharpshooter can fire off a barrage of shots to destroy enemies from a distance. While exploring the different biomes featured in Torchlight III, players can level up powerful skills that help the Sharpshooter deploy a series of dirty tricks and regenerate precious ammo (additional details available on the game’s official blog). The Sharpshooter joins previously announced hero classes including the magical Dusk Mage, mechanized Forged and locomotive-conducting Railmaster.
Torchlight III is the latest successor to the ARPG cult classics, Torchlight I and II, originally developed by Runic Games. This fast-paced dungeon crawler brings fans back to the beloved Torchlight universe to hack and slash their way through a brand new world filled with hordes of goblins, undead and other dangerous Netherim creatures. Adventurers can party up with friends or venture into the vast wilderness alone, where they will find loot, explore dungeons, collect epic gear and build their very own fort to show off to the world. Torchlight III features four unique hero classes (Dusk Mage, Forged, Railmaster and Sharpshooter), plus a myriad of new and familiar combat pets to help players fight their way to fame and glory.
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March 25, 2020 – With over 40 playable characters and over 100 side missions, the pirate adventure never ends in ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4! ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is the latest installment in the ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS series, enabling fans to relive their pirate adventures as their favorite characters. Players can experience their favorite ONE PIECE story arcs up to Whole Cake Island and play through an original story that takes place in the Land of Wano! ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 also introduces Aerial Action and Titan Mode, giving fans new ways to play the classic stories!
ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 will be available for PlayStation 4, XBOX ONE, PCs via STEAM, and Nintendo Switch on March 27, 2020! ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 is the fourth installment in the ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS series, an action-adventure, Musou game based on the iconic Shonen Jump series ONE PIECE. Those who pre-order ONE PIECE: PIRATE WARRIORS 4 will receive a Dynasty Warriors costume for both Hancock and Law, as well as an early unlock for Germa 66!
Prague, Czech Republic – March 24, 2020 — 1C Entertainment and Snowhound Games announce that the tactical rogue-like RPG with card combat Deep Sky Derelicts: Definitive Edition has launched today on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game is available in digital stores for 24.99 USD / 24,99 EUR.
After a successful launch on PC, Deep Sky Derelicts is now making its debut on consoles. The Definitive Edition combines the overhauled base game with content from the two DLCs that were recently released on PC: New Prospects and Station Life. The included updates bring new gameplay features, character upgrades, home base improvements, monsters, missions, and a lot more!
Deep Sky Derelicts: Definitive Edition features an original board game-like turn-based combat system with a unique card mechanic that makes every battle encounter feel tactically diverse. The core RPG exploration gameplay is further enriched with rogue-like elements, while the distinctive hand-drawn inky art style, heavily inspired by retro-futuristic sci-fi comic books, creates a compelling gritty world of the dark dystopian future.
Key Features:
Enhanced base game and two DLC packs included
Fresh take on turn-based combat with cards
Distinctive sci-fi comic book look & feel
Endless customization options for characters and scavenging teams
High replay value thanks to procedurally generated content
Dozens of enthralling little stories of the outcast life in the grim Deep Sky universe
Two game modes: Story Campaign and Arena
Deep Sky Derelicts: Definitive Edition is developed by Snowhound Games and published by 1C Entertainment. The title is rated PEGI 12 – Violence and Bad Language.
March 24, 2020 – BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment America Inc. today released a new trailer for its recently released free-to-play title. Combat is a key feature in Bless Unleashed and with a unique combo system, players can dive deep into making their character unleash devastating attacks and powerful blessings. Bless Unleashed launched as a free-to-play title on Xbox One on March 12, 2020.
Bless Unleashed takes place in the untamed world of Lumios; presenting a rich backstory created with hardcore MMO players in mind featuring deep combo-driven mechanics, player customization, and cooperative (PvE) and competitive (PvP) multiplayer. At launch, the land of Lumios featured 13 zones for players to explore and do battle against countless foes within. There are seven powerful Field Bosses scattered across the wilds and 26 Elite Bosses who will drop amazing rewards for those who can defeat them. Additionally, there are six unique Dungeons to explore enabling players to truly feel the dangers of Lumios. Players will also engage in battle in eight Arena Challenges and eight Lairs belonging to powerful foes who are eagerly waiting to dispatch players. Developed using Unreal Engine 4, Bless Unleashed brings unparalleled visuals to a fully realized fantasy world, offering one of the most stunning MMORPGs developed specifically for console players. Players adventure across an open persistent world where mythical beasts roam the land and player vs. player battles can take place at any time.
To deck your character out in unique armor sets, get Valor Perks, receive extra in-game currency, ride fantastic mounts, and more please visit https://blessunleashed.com/packs to learn more about the Ultimate, Exalted, and Deluxe Founder’s Packs.
OSLO, Norway – March 24th, 2020 – Today you can finally launch into space and experience Lovecraftian horror on your PlayStation 4 or Xbox One, as developer Rock Pocket Games and publisher Funcom announce the console release of Moons of Madness.
Assume the role of Shane Newehart, chief engineer on a research facility on Mars, where something is about to go horribly wrong. Strange and terrifying creatures emerge, and nightmares begin to blend in with reality. In order to survive, you’ll have to rely on your calm, your problem-solving skills and your quick feet, as you delve deeper and deeper into a world of fear, conspiracy and madness.
“We’re happy to see that the game was well-received on PC, but we are well aware that many players prefer to play horror games on console, on a bigger screen and with the curtains closed,” says Ivan Moen, CEO of Rock Pocket Games. “And so today, we’re very excited to finally bring the game to the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 players,” he says.
Moons of Madness was released on PC in October 2019 and is set in the same thematic universe as Funcom’s The Secret World, where conspiracies and dark secrets are commonplace. The Secret World-players may recognize certain names and themes, but having played one is by no means a prerequisite to enjoy the other.
The PlayStation 4 release of Moons of Madness in Japan, South Korea and select Asian countries will follow later this week.
March 20, 2020 — (ROCKVILLE, MD) – Bethesda Softworks®, a ZeniMax® Media company, announced that DOOM® Eternal is available now digitally and at retail stores worldwide[i] for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system, PC, and Google Stadia.
Developed by id Software, DOOM Eternal was awarded Best Action Game and Best PC Game at E3 2019 and has appeared on more than 350 ‘Most Anticipated Games of 2020’ lists. It is the direct sequel to DOOM, winner of The Game Awards’ Best Action Game of 2016.
“DOOM Eternal is the most ambitious game our studio has ever created,” said Marty Stratton, Executive Producer at id Software. “The scope and scale of the campaign and BATTLEMODE are a true testament to the passion and talent of everyone at id Software. We’ve had a blast making DOOM Eternal and we can’t wait for players to experience the thrill of this epic journey.”
Experience an aggressive and engaging combat puzzle that challenges you to master new abilities and weapons in the biggest, fastest, deepest DOOM game ever created. Powered by idTech® 7 and set to an all-new pulse-pounding soundtrack composed by Mick Gordon, DOOM Eternal expands on everything players loved about DOOM (2016), featuring a refined combat loop, new and returning classic demons, a powerful new arsenal, and unbelievable, never-before-seen worlds.
Following are samples of early reviews:
“Bloody Brilliant” – GameInformer
“An absolute blast” – IGN
“A modern classic” – PC Gamer
“One of the best first-person shooters ever made” – Game Revolution
“DOOM Eternal stands apart…” – Polygon
“A phenomenal game” – COGconnected
DOOM Eternal is available in Standard and Deluxe Edition. The Deluxe Edition includes the Year One Pass which grants access to two campaign add-ons to release within the first year of DOOM Eternal’s launch date. These standalone stories explore the cataclysmic events that led to earth’s fall against the demons. The Deluxe Edition also includes the Demonic Slayer Skin for use in campaign and BATTLEMODE, along with the Classic Weapon Sound Pack.
DOOM Eternal is rated M for Mature by the ESRB and is available now in Standard Edition for $59.99, or Deluxe Edition for $89.99.
Lesquin, France, March 19, 2020 – Motorcycle racers around the world, make your way to the starting line! NACON and KT Racing are pleased to announce the release of TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2. Ride in the world’s most iconic motorcycling race with the official game!
In TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2, you ride the roads of the Snaefell Mountain course, where the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy has been contested for over a century. The Isle of Man TT course is very different from a classic circuit. The route is full of imperfections and includes fast corners, tight bends and long straights where riders can exceed speeds of 186 mph (300 kmh)! TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 faithfully recreates the demanding course of this legendary race in which unerring anticipation is the key to victory.
TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 takes realism to new heights, including improved bike physics, wear and tear of various parts, and inclusion of official TT bikes and riders. KT Racing worked closely with two professional riders to help meet the high expectations of players: Julien Toniutti, the fastest French rider in the TT; and Davey Todd, ranked second in the game’s worldwide leaderboards and the second fastest newcomer of all time in the real race.
To prolong the fun, explore a new area, a true biker’s paradise: the ideal place to adjust your bike’s set-up and attempt a variety of challenges like pursuits and time attacks. In addition, the redesigned Career mode offers each player the chance to move from amateur rider to winner of the Senior TT! Choose the teams you want to race with over the seasons, customise your bikes, plan your calendar and manage your career to win the ultimate accolade.
TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 is the most detailed motorcycling simulation in its genre thanks to the following features:
Realistic bike physics and challenging gameplay
All 38 miles (60km) of the Isle of Man Tourist Trophy meticulously recreated
17 additional circuits to explore and for improving riding skills
An open-world area for testing reflexes and bike set-ups
A deep Career mode offering the chance to move up from amateur rider to winner of the Senior TT
27 riders and 13 official TT bikes available, as well as 5 legendary bikes
A unique helmet cam for increased immersion
TT Isle of Man – Ride on the Edge 2 is now available on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and PC. Its release on Nintendo Switch™ is planned for later in 2020.
STOCKHOLM – MARCH 19, 2020 – Paradox Interactive, a publisher and developer that harbors strong feelings for its players, today announced the newest expansion for Cities: Skylines, available next week for both PC and consoles. Sunset Harbor, a new fishing, maritime, and transportation-themed expansion for the award-winning city-builder from Colossal Order, will launch on PC platforms, on Xbox One, and on PlayStation®4 simultaneously on March 26, 2020. The new expansion adds a wealth of content including Fishing Industries, intercity buses, passenger helicopters, water treatment plants, and much more.
Key Features:
Underwater Friends – Explore the new fishing industry with control over fishing boats at sea and fish farms, adding a new commercial element to your city. Ensure that four new policies are followed so that businesses can deliver the freshest fish to grocery stores.
Water Water Everywhere – No open water sources? Not a problem with Water Treatment Plants that process waste water for additional uses.
Find Your Route – Explore new bus systems for transporting your citizens, including the Intercity Bus Service for transit between cities on the highway. The Trolleybus Service provides an eco-friendly travel method with electric power sources from overhead wires.
Fly In Style – Circumvent traffic altogether by taking to the skies in the Passenger Helicopter service, connecting people and places in a whole new way. The Aviation Club building also encourages small plane owners to take part in recreational flying, adding to the attractiveness and entertainment of a city.
Five New Maps – Find a spot for the perfect city to build! Sunset Harbor includes a variety of different maps featuring boreal, tropical and temperate locales.
All Together Now – Transport hubs connect different public transport networks, easing the transition between different modes of transportation for your citizens.
Stash Your Trash – Upgrade waste management capabilities with Transfer Facilities that allow for easier handling of trash without compromising the city layout and high land value.
In addition to the Sunset Harbor expansion, Paradox also announced additional content launching next week to entice architects and delight the senses, including a new Content Creator Pack and a new Radio Station. More details will be shared soon, and these content packs will launch for all platforms on March 26, 2020.
