BitFinity Games and the creators of hit webcomic Brawl in the Family, announced that rhythm game Tadpole Treble Encore will release on Jan. 21 for the Nintendo Switch™ system. The announcement was made via a brand new trailer via the official website.  

About Tadpole Treble Encore!
 
Face the music in Tadpole Treble Encore, a charming, harmonious odyssey!
 
The award-winning rhythm-based action game is coming to Nintendo Switch! Featuring “some of the best video game music ever” according to Real Otaku Gamer, Tadpole Treble invites players to embark on a thrilling adventure through sheet music. Escape predatory piranhas, flirtatious admirers and more as you make your way back home. Or forge your own path—and songs—in the game’s extensive Composition Mode!

• Plenty of high ranks to shoot for and rewards to unlock!
• Developer commentary on every stage!
• Dozens of tunes, including six fully sung songs--enough to make this the gaming equivalent of those animated musicals you grew up on!
• Make your own songs and stages, choosing from a bevy of options and instruments!
• Now featuring new unlockables, portable play, and a new stage exclusive to Nintendo Switch!

​To keep up on the latest from BitiFinity Games and updates on Tadpole Treble Encore for the Nintendo Switch system and Tadpole Treble for Steam and WiiU, please visit the official website and follow developers Matthew Taranto and Michael Taranto on Twitter.

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Monday, January 11, 2021 - Kaliningrad, Russia - Russian developer HeroCraft proudly presents a match-3 game Marble Duel on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. The game is also The game offers you a lifetime opportunity to explore the magic world! Visit wonderful places, meet magical creatures and defeat the supreme witch that invaded a kingdom! The pre-purchase with 20% off starts today!

Marble Duel invites players to the life of Evy. She starts as a little girl who knows nothing about magic and is really scared of this new world. And you can see her grow! Not only physically as she becomes powerful and undefeated with each level. 

Help Evy triumph in the most extraordinary way - fighting duels with the aid of spheres. Explore the kingdom, crossing the forest, making your way through the swamps, to reach to the lair of evil. Defeat the witch's servants - a wolf, a jester, a rat, and even a robot! You will also come across the most unexpected allies! Develop your character, improve your offensive and defensive spells to gain the advantage in duels. 

Be smart and decisive in battle!

The price for the game is $7.99 now and $9.99 from release date on 20/01/2021. 

Game features:

- more than 150 levels
- two large maps
- different locations
- many enemies with unique ability and tactics
- character and skills upgrades
- duels with friends in local mode

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​Online play comes to Sackboy: A Big Adventure today as part of a new title update.* And with it a new opportunity to experience the chaotic, slapstick multiplayer fun of Sackboy’s latest escapade.

Our goal from day one of this project was to give players an excellent single-player platforming experience. But… we wanted that experience to be even better when you shared it with your mates.  

Teamwork levels
You can play through Sackboy’s whole adventure from start to finish with up to three companions. And we have included a set of ten dedicated Teamwork Levels where you and your friends will have to work together if you want to succeed. There are two Teamwork Levels in each of the five main game worlds. In these exclusive multiplayer stages, you and your team will need to collaborate, coordinate and communicate to reach your goal. And you should expect that at some point it will go completely pear-shaped, often with hilarious consequences.

Guide, goad and grief your friends
There are a bunch of multiplayer moves with which to both assist and annoy your chums. Experiment with slapping, grabbing, and rolling into other players. Then dodge out of the way before they do the same to you. Also, a word of warning: take care when wielding the Swingamajig with other Sackfolk around. You don’t want to do anyone a disservice… do you?

As well as these fun ways to aggravate aid your companions there are also co-op emotes so you and your friends can show your appreciation for each other with hugs, high-fives and chest-bumps. You can unlock co-op emotes with collectabells or discover them in prize bubbles. Equip co-op emotes in the wardrobe at Zom Zom’s and use them by pressing the D-Pad and having your buddy stand next to you and press the D-Pad too.

Everyone’s a winner!
Levels include rewards for bronze, silver and gold high scores. In multiplayer you earn (and lose) score as a team. To score big make sure you use your x2 multipliers wisely, take out as many enemies as you can and pick up those high-value collectables. If you work together you can rack up loads of points! It’s worth it because when you hit the scoreboard everyone gets prizes.

Keep your progress
What if you spend a bunch of time playing online helping someone else on their adventure? What happens to all of those valuable, hard-earned Dreamer Orbs you’ve discovered? Fear not! When you return to your adventure your progress will be carried over to your local game, so you keep all of those hard-won orbs.

PS4/PS5 Cross-Play
This game is awesome fun in multiplayer and we wanted to make sure that as many people as possible get the opportunity to enjoy it with their friends. So we have included support for PS4/PS5 Cross-Play.*

​PS4 to PS5 save transfer
This new update isn’t just about online multiplayer, we have also included an option to transfer your PS4 adventure progress over to PS5. To do this, simply load Sackboy: A Big Adventure on PS4, select Extras in the pause menu and follow the instructions.

I hope this post has given you a good idea of the multiplayer shenanigans you can look forward to when you take Sackboy online. We’re going to continue to support the game with future updates making tweaks and improvements to give you the best possible gameplay experience.

Finally, as you may know, music plays a massive part in the Sackboy: A Big Adventure. The soundtrack really does need to be heard to be believed. And to coincide with the launch of online play we’ve put together an all-new trailer celebrating Sackboy’s love of music, dancing and dressing up.  I hope you like it and I look forward to seeing you online.

*Online multiplayer requires internet connection and PS Plus subscription; fees recur until cancelled. Age restrictions apply. Full terms: www.playstation.com/legal/ps-plus-usage-terms.

If you thought Halloween was the only time to play Pumpkin Jack, think again!With today’s free Xmas Update, the critically-acclaimed 3rd-person platformer is a perfect fit for the upcoming festive period. If you missed out on Pumpkin Jack at Halloween, this is the ideal opportunity to see for yourself what all the screaming was about.

Thanks to the generosity of Santa, the update contains a new Christmas outfit for Jack which when worn makes it snow, various decorative elements in the levels (like snowmen) as well as five festive gifts in each level to collect throughout the game - finding all five in a level will unlock additional awesome surprises!
 
In addition to the update itself, there is a limited period discount for Nintendo Switch and PC versions - 30% off on the Nintendo eShop EU/NA, while Steam and GOG get 25% off, and the Epic Games Store 20%. One more reason for getting the indie gem over the Festive period.

Check out the new update now (again... it’s free!) and tell your audience - Jack is back with style! Also, take a look at the all-new Christmas Update Trailer:

If you like to get more information about the update, please check Jack’s own naughty announcement on Steam: https://steamcommunity.com/app/1186640

About Pumpkin Jack
 
Pumpkin Jack is a spooky scary 3D platformer in which you embody Jack, the Mythical Pumpkin Lord. Dive into an epic adventure through otherworldly landscapes and help the Evil annihilate the Good!
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Follow the will of the Devil himself and slay your nemesis in an epic quest that will take you on a journey in the Boredom Kingdom, a mythical realm shattered by the curse. You will meet friends along the way, from a haughty owl to a snarky crow!
 
Discover stunning atmospheres in a colorful yet spooky scary Kingdom. Travel through epic and dramatic settings, with each level having its own eerie atmosphere. Using a vibrant palette and high-quality lighting effects, Pumpkin Jack invents its own unique cartoon universe inspired by the classic PS2 graphic style, made with Unreal Engine 4.
 
Pumpkin Jack is a classic 3D Platformer before anything else! Every level will challenge you through several themed platforms, all giving you new trials to complete. You will have to master the arts of dodging, timing, and movement to vanquish Jack's foes. During the dynamic real time battles, choose which weapon you want to use and strike at the critical moment!
 
Solve puzzles that focus on physics, gravity and reflection. Inhabit a pumpkin head and burn books, hammer some moles, create a path for magic spheres… And there is more: In each level, you will be faced with an action sequence using a new exclusive gameplay!
 

Features include:

Colorful Cartoon Setting: Travel through lurid landscapes in levels featuring alluring atmospheres, each crafted with vibrant color palettes, and high-quality lighting effects
 
Fight For Your Life: With challenging beasts lurking around every corner, players must master the art of combo attacks; dodging, and timing to survive dynamic real-time battles! Players must unlock weapons and choose wisely in order to strike down all who oppose them
 
Don't Lose Your Head: Solve puzzles that focus on physics; gravity, and reflection as Jack, or ditch the skinsuit and just use your flaming head to burn books; hammer some moles, create paths for magic spheres; and more as each level introduces new and exciting challenges
 
Find Friends to Fight at Your Side: Helpful companions are there to assist Jack on his journey, including a haughty hooty owl to guide him along; and a snarky crow, itching to assist with long-range attacks

London, UNITED KINGDOM – December 17, 2020 – BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment is proud to announce the second adventure in the ‘PAC-MAN Stories™’ series for Amazon Alexa, ‘PAC-MAN and the Ghostly Snack Attack’. PAC-MAN Stories is a fun, engaging, interactive and educational experience for parents and children to explore using Amazon’s popular platform. This new adventure is available now, watch the new trailer here.
 
PAC-MAN Stories has a unique goal to provide fun through original “Choose your own adventure” stories that are fully interactive, featuring challenges and important decision-making whilst focusing on important themes including, saving the planet, respecting others, being helpful and working to a positive end-goal for the PAC-MAN planet. These stories are available as a skill set for Amazon Alexa and accessible to people of all ages.
 
Since release, ‘PAC-MAN Stories’ has been enjoyed by kids across the world with the first adventure, ‘PAC-MAN and the Ghastly Garbage’. These unique adventures help children listen, learn, engage, and make important moral choices whilst understanding why it is important to protect the planet and help others.
 
As part of BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment’s continued efforts in children’s digital entertainment, the team has been working on a bigger second story with a brand-new theme, a new cast of fun characters and new puzzles to explore. ‘PAC-MAN and the Ghostly Snack Attack’ will push even further the possibilities for children to experiment and learn as they will try to find out what happened with all the stolen fruits and vegetables from PAC-MAN planet.
 
“After the release of our first, critically-acclaimed, interactive story PAC-MAN and the Ghastly Garbage, we are proud to release PAC-MAN and the Ghostly Snack Attack which expands the level of interactivity and possibilities with the same high-level of audio recording”, said David Aubert, Innovation Project Leader BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment Europe. “With PAC-MAN and the Ghostly Snack Attack, parents and their kids can have fun together and learn all about the importance of healthy eating, whilst having fun in this all-new, 100% free, adventure!”
 
PAC-MAN Stories is available in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, Australia and India, on all Alexa-enabled devices, including Amazon Echo and Echo Dot, as well as on the Alexa app for iOS and Android and features two interactive adventures for families to experience, just ask “Open PAC-MAN Stories”.
 
PAC-MAN and the Ghastly Garbage

• Someone’s dumped garbage all over PAC-MAN planet. Join PAC-MAN and inhabitants to find out who is behind this awful act!

 
PAC-MAN and the Ghostly Snack Attack

• Someone’s stolen all the fruit and vegetables from PAC-MAN planet. Join PAC-MAN and a new cast of characters to find out what’s happening to all this wonderful food.

 
For information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu. For more information regarding PAC-MAN STORIES please visit: www.pacman.com/en/alexa or https://www.amazon.co.uk/BANDAI-NAMCO-Entertainment-Europe-SAS/dp/B07BQDCK71 

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​SEATTLE, WA - December 17, 2020 - Wonderbelly Games and The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild are bringing another free update to the award-winning roguelike puzzler Roundguard. Titled "The Gift Giver" update, it's available today for Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4. Roundguard is also backwards compatible on the next generation PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. The update arrives just in time for the holidays, bringing a snowy new event, treasures, and three new characters.

With the Gift Giver update, three new characters have been added to the dungeon. There's the Big Freeze, an ice cold frost giant who hits like an avalanche, and the Projectionist, a moody dark elf who wants to explore your emotions. And of course, there's the eponymous Gift Giver. Players must complete his quests to prove they are worthy of the treasures hidden inside his impeccably wrapped gifts. Along with the new characters come new quests, levels, trinkets, and elite fights.

Along with the new year-round content, Roundguard will also host a special in-game event from December 20th to January 2nd full of frosty flair and festive cheer. The dungeon and all its levels will be covered in snow and denizens will be dressed for the weather. You know what that means: ugly holiday sweaters and pom-pom hats! There will also be two weeks of unique daily challenges using new winter rules: Snowballing, which turns all pots to snowballs that stick to your hero, and Icy Winds, which blast through the levels and blow your hero around.

"We've started on a new playable hero, but it will take a lot more work to get them finished, tuned, and polished up," said Andrea Roberts of Wonderbelly Games. "In the meantime, we wanted to get something out there to give players new goals and more variety. And of course, we love events! We had a blast putting together a week of costumes and spooky challenges for our Tricks & Treats Halloween event, and we wanted to go even bigger for wintertime. We all need whatever little joys we can get right now!"

The Gift Giver update marks the third free content update that Wonderbelly Games has released this year. Roundguard has been nominated for several prestigious awards, including Games Radar's "Mobile Game of the Year" and DevGAMM's "Excellence in Game Design." With a new playable hero on the horizon, Roundguard is set to keep growing bigger, better, and bouncier in the new year.

- Limited time Winter event
- Snowballs, Icy Winds, and new Costumes!
- New characters: The Big Freeze, The Projectionist, and The Gift Giver
- Unique Daily Challenges with new rules!

Roundguard is rated ESRB 10+/PEGI 7 and is available for $19.99 USD.

Gift Giver Update Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQly-DJ8aJM
Roundguard on Switch: https://www.qag.io/RoundguardSwitch
Roundguard on Xbox: https://www.qag.io/RoundguardXboxOne
Roundguard on PS4: https://www.qag.io/RoundguardPS4

SEATTLE, WA - December 17, 2020 - Spry Fox's newest game Cozy Grove is coming to Switch, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4 with the help of The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild! Releasing in 2021, Cozy Grove will also be compatible with the PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X.

Cozy Grove is a game about everyday life on an island paradise - that's haunted! As a spirit scout it's your job to help the spectral inhabitants with their afterlives. You'll build a camp, make friends with the characters, and bring color back by decorating. Explore the forest every day to find new items to craft, and areas to explore. Embark on quests tied to your relationships with the various spirits, decorate and customize your camp, make the island your own! With procedurally generated changes and a living world to keep you company, you'll never run out of fun new things to do or collect. With a little time, a little love, and a lot of crafting you'll bring color and joy back to Cozy Grove!

Unique Features:
- Beautiful, dynamic, hand-drawn landscapes that come alive when you help a spirit in need.
- Dozens of memorable characters and spirits for you to find and befriend.
- Collect spirit animals, craft decorations, go fishing, and more!
- 40+ hour campaign filled with side quests, designed to span months of playtime.

December 16, 2020 - KEMCO proudly announces the release of Wizards of Brandel for PlayStation®4 set to hit the European/Australian PlayStation®Store today. Standard price is EUR 14.99, but PS Plus users will receive a special 20% OFF discount during the first two weeks! For more information, please visit each storefront.

​Story
The main character loses his house after he fails to make a loan repayment, and ends up living for free in the house of a wanted sorcerer! He meets a swordswoman who has absolutely no sense of direction, and a young demon girl who shrivels up immediately if she doesn't drink enough water. Fate decrees that they end up traveling together. Different beliefs, and different ideas of what is right... Where will the quarrels over differing principles lead to? This is a brand new fantasy RPG that'll take you on a rollercoaster of emotions!

Many different Familiar Spirits
There are many different Familiar Spirits, who can support you in battles. They have various abilities, and also different appearances. Some of them might be a bit strange, and some of them you might already be familiar with!

Make the most of Limit Burst!
By using Limit Burst, you can keep your turn going during battles. Unleash Limit Burst at the perfect time to launch a concentrated attack, or use continuous recovery to bring fallen comrades back to life. Depending on where it's used, Limit Burst can make a huge difference to the flow of battle. It all depends on finding the ideal time to use it!

Battle speed and enemy encounters can be changed freely
Battle speed can be changed freely between normal speed and 3x speed, and enemy encounters can be changed between none and 3x normal. Change the settings to suit the circumstances and your playing style: maybe you want to move through battles quickly or go through dungeons without encounters, or on the other hand, maybe you want to battle monsters to collect items, and raise your level. Of course, there are all the features and achievements you know and love, such as weapon strengthening, item crafting, catalogs, and the Arena!

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rockstar Games® is proud to announce that Grand Theft Auto Online’s biggest update yet, The Cayo Perico Heist is now available to download free for all players on Playstation 4, Xbox One X, PC and on Playstation 5 and Xbox Series X|S via backward compatibility.

“The Cayo Perico Heist is our way of getting everyone together to party and dance in the safest possible way while also giving players the chance to take on our biggest and best Heist yet,” said Sam Houser, Founder of Rockstar Games. “It’s been a difficult and challenging year, and we wanted to make something everyone could have some fun in – we’re really excited for you to play.”

The Madrazo crime family have a problem with one of their suppliers – the infamous drug lord, El Rubio, who is threatening extortion unless they renegotiate their terms. Now, it’s up to players to find a way to infiltrate El Rubio’s heavily secured private island home of Cayo Perico, and escape with his incriminating files, and all the gold, art and cash as they can carry – all while making it back to Los Santos in one piece.
From lush jungle reconnaissance to dance parties on golden beaches, The Cayo Perico Heist is an all-new GTA Online adventure in which players can choose to assemble a crew of up to four - or for the first time, plan, prepare, and execute the daring island heist all on their own.

Alongside the launch of The Cayo Perico Heist, GTA Online introduces a new underground nightclub open to all players called The Music Locker. Evolving concepts first introduced in GTA Online: After Hours, The Music Locker offers players a unique social space to party and dance with other players featuring performances from world-class DJs Moodymann, Keinemusik and Palms Trax.

Building on the game’s reputation for supporting underground culture and also as a platform for music discovery, The Cayo Perico Heist will also feature three new radio stations: Still Slipping Los Santos from UK DJ Joy Orbison; Kult FM hosted by Julian Casablancas of The Strokes and The Voidz featuring Mac DeMarco, David Cross and Tony Mac; and Music Locker Radio, bringing the club sounds of Moodymann, Keinemusik and Palms Trax to the airwaves of Los Santos. The Cayo Perico Heist also features major updates to existing stations, Worldwide FM with Gilles Peterson and FlyLo FM from Flying Lotus for a total of 250+ new tracks.

The Cayo Perico Heist also introduces an array of exciting new weapons and vehicles including a new heavily armed Submarine, plus a host of new updates across the entire world.
Like all GTA Online updates, access to The Cayo Perico Heist is free with every copy of Grand Theft Auto V.

WIESBADEN, GERMANY 15th December, 2020 — Publisher Assemble Entertainment, most famous for the notorious point-and-click adventure game Leisure Suit Larry - Wet Dreams Don’t Dry, and developer Huu Games are thrilled to announce today that Shakes on a Plane is now available on Windows PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch. Taking inspiration from popular titles like Overcooked and Unrailed, Shakes on a Plane puts players in the precarious position of providing a timely, relaxing, culinary experience at 30,000 feet to a host of hungry and impatient passengers before the plane reaches its destination. Of course, things are never as easy as they seem, so grab a crew, clear your schedules, and make sure to arrive at least three hours early. Shakes on a Plane is available for £12.99 GBP on PC with a 20% launch discount and £17.99 GBP on Nintendo Switch with a 30% launch discount.

“Shakes on a Plane takes the wit, humour, and simple fun that Assemble titles are known for and adds some surprisingly intense and chaotic multiplayer action,” said Assemble Entertainment CEO Stefan Marcinek. “It’s a goofy and colorful game built on a rock-solid platform that fans of the genre will certainly enjoy.”

Have you always dreamed of a life in the clouds, jet setting from exotic locale to exotic locale, and enjoying the finest international cuisine? Well, how about just the jet setting part, and instead of enjoying fine cuisine you’re instead serving burgers and shakes to a group of impatient, hangry passengers all crammed together in a metal box thousands of feet in the air? Shakes on a Plane tasks you and up to three friends with providing a satisfying airborne culinary experience in a chaotic environment with simple, easy-to-use controls and deceptively tactical gameplay. Coordination, delegation, and teamwork will propel-ler you to victory and ensure a five-star rating on the “How Was Your Flight Today” survey. And if the passengers get too sassy you can always para-drop them out the airlock — trust us, it’s standard procedure for all airlines.

Additional Features Include: 

• Flying is Fun...Right?: Crying babies, obnoxious drunks, impatient business class fliers...It’s not your job to pick the passengers, but it is your job to keep them satisfied with delicious treats and tasty beverages

• Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Grab up to three other players to build your ideal team of talented flight attendants, but don’t forget that you’re locked with them inside a narrow metal tube at 30,000 feet — coordination, cooperation, and patience are the keys to a successful flight

• I Didn’t Order the Fish: Attention to detail is vital to keeping your impatient passengers sated with enough fast food to hopefully put them to sleep for the remainder of the flight. Make sure you get the right order to the right person, on time, or the cabin might get a tad unpleasant…

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• Putting the F in First Class...And UFO: Don’t get too comfortable...each plane has a different layout, forcing players to adapt on the “fly” and perfectly plan their food delivery path

Shakes on a Plane is now available for Windows PC via Steam for £12.99 GBP with a 20% launch discount and Nintendo Switch via the eShop for £17.99 GBP with a 30% launch discount. 

In case you have missed our recent Winter Showcase video, here's a quick reminder that we are launching the sexy action arcade puzzle game Crawlco Block Knockers for Nintendo Switch this week.

Crawlco Block Knockers will be available digitally on December 17th for US$8.99/€8.99 with a special 20% launch discount.

Crawlco Block Knockers arrives on console with even more sexy content featuring uncensored and “modesty” modes, new character art and more stages. Additional language support now includes Japanese, German, French and Spanish text. With a light-hearted story and plenty of retro neon style, this is the definitive way to experience Crawlco’s unique blend of reveal mechanics and match-3 puzzle action!

About Crawlco Block Knockers

Return to the feel of smokey ‘90s Japanese arcades as you pull, kick and match blocks to reveal hidden images of the lovely ladies behind each stage! As blocks enter the play field, knock them into marked zones while avoiding and smashing enemies, all as your workspace gets tighter. Aim carefully to boost your score, but don’t get boxed in!

Crawlco Block Knockers arrives on Nintendo Switch™ with even more hot content featuring uncensored and “modesty” modes, new character art, additional stages and added localization. With a light-hearted story and plenty of retro neon aesthetics, this is the definitive way to experience Crawlco’s unique blend of reveal mechanics and match-3 puzzle action!

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DEC 2020 - Marmalade Game Studio are excited to announce that their best-selling mobile board game, THE GAME OF LIFE 2, has launched today on PC via the Steam platform!

THE GAME OF LIFE 2 is the official contemporary sequel to Hasbro’s THE GAME OF LIFE board game. Marmalade’s adaptation of the original, world famous life simulation game has been a best seller on both mobile and PC. With more choices and more freedom, players will have a lot of life to live this holiday season!

Marmalade have made a number of well-placed updates to gameplay and visuals. In doing so, they’ve crafted a contemporary experience more relatable to the journeys of modern life. For example, wealth is no longer the only path to success. Players can also earn points for knowledge and personal happiness!

With important crossroad moments found throughout the game, it's never too late to get married and go back to school, or even choose a new career and become a successful Video Blogger. Players can fill their house with children, or pets! The choice is theirs!

Cristina Mereuta, COO of Marmalade Game Studio, said:

“At Marmalade, our aim is to bring people together through quality gaming experiences, and that’s why releasing THE GAME OF LIFE 2 on Steam means so much to us. The mobile communities have really embraced THE GAME OF LIFE 2, and we can’t wait to see players on mobile challenging their friends on PC. On Steam, THE GAME OF LIFE has already been very popular, and the sequel brings so much more to the classic. At this time of year especially, it’s important to connect, and board games are a brilliant way to do that. Even if it’s not in person, you can get together with your friends and family and live a whole life in one evening!”

With online and offline options, THE GAME OF LIFE 2 is a safe and easy multiplayer experience. Players can even play together across platforms, via iOS, Android and now PC!

THE GAME OF LIFE 2 is the latest in Marmalade Game Studio's roster of high quality adaptations of beloved Hasbro board games for PC, including: CLUE/CLUEDO, BATTLESHIP, and the original THE GAME OF LIFE.

Hasbro’s Richard Cleveland, Vice President of Digital Gaming said:

“We have had a long and successful relationship with Marmalade Studios, and they have consistently delivered great gameplay experiences for many of our top brands. After the success of their original adaptation of THE GAME OF LIFE, their ideas for a sequel were welcomed and we couldn’t wait to see where they went with it. As usual we were delighted. It’s bold and beautifully executed and stays true to the beloved game, while adding a lot that we know players will enjoy. PC gamers the world over have a lot of fun to look forward to.”

Marmalade Game Studio will also be bringing THE GAME OF LIFE 2 to Nintendo Switch consoles in 2021.

THE GAME OF LIFE 2 launches today on Steam with a launch week discount of 10%, priced $8.99 / £8.99 / €8.99

Players can also buy the Season Pass, which includes diverse, themed worlds to explore. So far, these include the Fairytale Kingdom, Haunted Hills, and Frozen Lands, with 7 more awesome themes coming soon.

For a limited time only, buy the Season Pass and play the game from 10th December 2020 to the 8th January 2021, and get an awesome FREE Penguin outfit! ​

REDWOOD CITY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Today, Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced that it has reached an agreement with the Board of Codemasters for the recommended acquisition of Codemasters, the UK-based game developer and publisher. In the transaction, Codemasters' shareholders will be entitled to receive 604 pence (approximately US$7.98*) in cash for each ordinary share of Codemasters with an implied enterprise value of US$1.2 billion*. The acquisition is anticipated to be completed in the first quarter of calendar 2021.

“Electronic Arts and Codemasters have a shared ambition to lead the video game racing category. The Board of Codemasters firmly believes the company would benefit from EA’s knowledge, resources and extensive global scale – both overall and specifically within the racing sector. We feel this union would provide an exciting and prosperous future for Codemasters, allowing our teams to create, launch and service bigger and better games to an extremely passionate audience,”said Gerhard Florin, the Chairman of Codemasters.

“We believe there is a deeply compelling opportunity in bringing together Codemasters and Electronic Arts to create amazing and innovative new racing games for fans. Our industry is growing, the racing category is growing, and together we will be positioned to lead in a new era of racing entertainment. We have admired Codemasters’ creative talent and high-quality games for many years. With the full leverage of EA’s technology, platform expertise, and global reach, this combination will allow us to grow our existing franchises and deliver more industry-defining racing experiences to a global fan base. We are pleased that both our Boards of Directors are recommending this transaction, and we look forward to welcoming such an exciting and talented team to the Electronic Arts family,”said Andrew Wilson, CEO of Electronic Arts.

Strategic Rationale:

• Electronic Arts believes the combination of EA and Codemasters will enable further growth and success for Codemasters and EA’s popular and innovative racing franchises.

• Bringing together the combined expertise and talent from Codemasters’ critically-acclaimed sports and racing franchises Formula One, DiRT, DiRT Rally, Grid and Project Cars with EA’s global Need for Speed franchise, fan-favorite Real Racing mobile game and EA SPORTS brands will enable our teams to innovate further, and meaningfully increase the delivery of content and experiences to a growing, global audience for racing entertainment.

• Codemasters’ deep creative talent which has produced high-quality racing games for many years, including the Formula One franchise that continues to deliver great entertainment for F1’s growing fan base.

• EA believes it can help accelerate Codemasters’ performance by leveraging EA’s deep expertise in live services operations, game analytics and technology. In addition, EA’s central services teams across development technology, art & motion capture, quality verification, compliance, and localization will all be resources available to Codemasters.

• EA’s global publishing, marketing and game development support capabilities will also strengthen Codemasters’ existing capabilities, expanding the addressable market for Codemasters’ franchises.

• The combination of Codemasters and Electronic Arts will enable the development and delivery of a market-leading portfolio of creative and exciting racing games and content to more platforms and more players around the world.

• The union also creates ongoing and expanded ways for players to engage with the combined portfolio of sports and racing games through EA’s industry-leading multi-platform subscription services.

• Bringing together Codemasters and Electronic Arts also delivers compelling financial benefit to the combined group. The acquisition is expected to grow net bookings and underlying profitability.

• Frank Sagnier, Chief Executive Officer of Codemasters, and Rashid Varachia, Chief Financial Officer of Codemasters, along with the senior executive management team of Codemasters intend to remain with Codemasters following completion of the acquisition and will continue to lead the Codemasters business within EA’s organization.

For more information on the acquisition, please visit: investor.ea.com.
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​FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- Dec. 10, 2020 -- At The Game Awards this evening, Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games revealed Evil Dead: The Game, an upcoming co-op and PvP multiplayer title in development for PC, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.

For the first time ever, the Evil Dead universe comes together in one over-the-top experience starring boomstick-brandishing, chainsaw-wielding horror hero Ashley J. Williams. Boss Team Games has entered into an epic collaboration with Renaissance Pictures, STUDIOCANAL, leading entertainment company Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM), and global content leader Lionsgate (NYSE: LGF.A, LGF.B) to create this one-of-a-kind game.

Based on the "Evil Dead" franchise and characters created by Sam Raimi, Robert Tapert, and Bruce Campbell, the game casts players against the forces of evil that have been unleashed from the Necronomicon Ex-Mortis, with sights and sounds inspired by the films "The Evil Dead,” “Evil Dead II: Dead by Dawn,” and “Army of Darkness,” as well as the STARZ original “Ash vs Evil Dead” television series.

Work together as a team of four survivors, exploring, looting, crafting, managing your fear, and finding key artifacts to seal the breach between worlds. Or take control of the powerful Kandarian Demon to hunt Ash and his friends while possessing Deadites, the environment, and even the survivors themselves as you seek to swallow their souls!

Plenty of surprises await in this gore-filled battle against evil that captures the characters, horror, humor, and action from the franchise. Battle across memorable locations including the infamous cabin in the woods, brought to life with tons of terrifying visuals and all-new dialogue from Bruce Campbell. Discover more than 25 weapons, including Ash’s Gauntlet, Boomstick, and chainsaw, and advance in a variety of skill trees to grow stronger and survive in this fun co-op and PvP experience.

"I’m excited to be strapping on the chainsaw one more time,” said Bruce Campbell, who has given life to Ashley J. Williams across multiple films and the recent STARZ original “Ash vs Evil Dead” television series. “Boss Team and Saber Interactive are planning a huge immersive dealio, and I knew I had to come back. You’ll be able to step into my shoes and kick some Deadite ass!”

For more information, visit www.EvilDeadtheGame.com, and follow the game on Facebook at www.facebook.com/EvilDeadTheGame, Twitter @EvilDeadTheGame and Instagram @EvilDeadTheGame.

LONDON – Dec. 11, 2020 – Today at The Game Awards 2020, Capcom revealed a brand new trailer for Monster Hunter Rise, the upcoming entry in the award-winning and top-selling Monster Hunter action RPG series. The video showcases two new monsters, several returning monsters and a new area for players to explore. The new trailer also reveals an early look at the mysterious “Rampage” events that threaten Kamura Village, the game’s primary location. Also announced during the event, a free Monster Hunter Rise demo will be released for the Nintendo Switch™ system in January 2021, prior to the worldwide launch of the full game on March 26, 2021.

Revealed today, two entirely new monsters will be making their Monster Hunter debuts in Monster Hunter Rise. The trickster Bishaten arrives as a unique new threat with its distinctive tail and fondness for persimmons, which it stores in his stomach and hurls at its prey. Adding to its offensive arsenal, Bishaten is also equipped with multiple tail attack options and powerful spin moves that will require hunters to stay on their toes or risk getting swept off their feet. Also new to the line-up, Somnacanth is an intoxicating aquatic leviathan that can expel sleep powder to temporarily stun opponents, leaving them open for attacks.

The latest trailer also includes sightings of the scaly leviathan Royal Ludroth and the poisonous birdlike Great Wroggi, both of which are returning to join the growing roster of foes in Monster Hunter Rise. In addition to the previously announced Shrine Ruins hunting grounds, the new Flooded Forest area will provide players the opportunity to explore and battle fierce monsters in this overgrown and water-logged setting.

The puzzling “Rampage” events that threaten Kamura Village and its denizens were also featured in the trailer, as it appears residents and Monster Hunter Rise players will need to build up their defenses and prepare for the battle of their lifetimes. More information regarding the “Rampage” will be revealed in the months ahead.

A demo for Monster Hunter Rise on Nintendo Switch was announced today and will release worldwide in January 2021. The free demo will provide hunters their first opportunity to try out the inventive set of new tools in the game, including the debut of the Wirebug mechanic and Palamute companion, which can both be used to track down and defeat threatening monsters in new ways. More specifics on this demo, including release timing, will be announced soon.

About Monster Hunter Rise

Monster Hunter Rise is an action RPG that will transport players to the colorful Kamura Village, which attracts visitors with its unique culture and innovative hunting technologies. After hunters equip their armor and select from one of the various weapon types, all-new hunting grounds await, including the ancient Shrine Ruins and more. The debut of the new “Wirebug” mechanic allows for wire-based grappling actions that can be used to scale cliffs and other hard-to-reach areas, providing new traversal and aerial attack options.

Monster Hunter Rise will also debut new hunting partners called Palamutes, personalized and rideable “Canyne” companions that will provide players with a new set of attack options, while “Felyne” Palicoes will return as support characters for actions like healing. As players defeat monsters and progress through the game, items from fallen foes can be used to craft unique weapons and armor that will increase their chances of future success and survival. Hunters can tackle these challenges solo, or with up to three other players in local or cooperative online play, while also taking advantage of the versatility of the Nintendo Switch system, which allows for hunting anywhere, anytime and with anyone!

In addition to the Standard Edition (physical and digital) of Monster Hunter Rise, a special digital Deluxe Edition will include the Standard Edition of the game, as well as a digital DLC pack voucher that can be redeemed for bonus in-game content such as a “Kamurai” full layered armor set, exclusive gestures, cosmetic items and more.

LONDON – Dec. 11, 2020 – Today at The Game Awards 2020, Capcom announced Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection and Capcom Arcade Stadium, two new titles for the Nintendo Switch™ system that pay homage to some of Capcom’s most revered arcade classics. Providing a modern take on a beloved franchise, Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection will bring a haunting new adventure to life starting February 25, 2021, when it releases digitally across North America and Europe on Nintendo Switch. For old-school fans and arcade novices alike, Capcom Arcade Stadium will usher 32 classic Capcom titles out of arcade machines and onto Nintendo Switch™ when it releases digitally in February 2021. More information on Capcom Arcade Stadium will be announced at a later date.

About Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection:

The legendary platforming series rises again, as Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection marks the heroic return of the series, which debuted over 35 years ago. Paying homage to Ghosts ‘n Goblins and Ghouls ‘n Ghosts, the latest entry combines the franchise’s action platforming gameplay with storybook-like graphics and challenging new obstacles. The new entry will once again follow the valiant knight Arthur as he runs, jumps and battles his way through eerie stages set in the Demon Realm, a demonic fantasy world. Arthur must overcome countless ghoulish foes on his quest to rescue the princess from the treacherous grasp of the Demon Lord. Brave knights will need to proceed with extreme caution as terrifying dangers await, including familiar enemies like Zombie, Skeleton Murderer, Pigman and Red Arremer.

Whether a longtime Ghosts ‘n Goblins fan or a newcomer, Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection players can decide how perilous Arthur’s journey will be by selecting one of three different difficulties: Squire, Knight and Legend. New to Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection is the Page mode, which allows untested apprentices to respawn on the spot with unlimited lives. To progress through the Demon Realm, Arthur must utilize everything at his disposal, from tried-and-true weapons like the Lance and Dagger to all-new additions like the Hammer and Spiked Ball. Arthur’s updated arsenal also includes various types of skills and magic, allowing players to bring game-changing spells like Firewall and Thunderstorm into combat. Arthur will need to master each of the weapon types and magic abilities to overcome his battle against evil and restore peace to the land.

About Capcom Arcade Stadium:

Capcom Arcade Stadium will allow players to bring home the electrifying thrill of an arcade with 32 action-packed classics, which includes a free download of 1943 - The Battle of Midway - and the original Ghosts ‘n Goblins as a stand-alone add-on. Retro fans can then choose to purchase up to three different arcade packs that highlight a different era of Capcom arcade goodness, from ‘80s classics like BIONIC COMMANDO and STRIDER to ‘90s favorites like SUPER STREET FIGHTER II TURBO. Players can also purchase the all-in pack containing all three packs of 10 games in addition to the Ghost ‘n Goblins stand-alone add-on for maximum retro nostalgia. This must-have collection will include (up to four-player) local multiplayer for the games that support it. Additionally, each title comes with a variety of options that can be adjusted such as Game Speed, Difficulty Level, Display Settings, Display Filters and various frames including a variety of 3D-rendered arcade cabinets. Each game also comes with a Rewind feature, allowing players to jump back in time to save themselves (or a friend) from any unforeseen dangers.

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Redmond, Washington, December 10th, 2020 - Team Meat is proud to reveal that it’s long, long awaited sequel to 2010’s runaway platforming hit Super Meat Boy is finally nigh! That’s right, Super Meat Boy Forever is coming for us all on the Epic Games Store on December 23rd, where it will cost $19.99, though there is a 10% pre-order discount bringing it to $17.99. It’s a holiday miracle!

This much anticipated sequel also moves the Meat Boy saga forward, as Meat Boy and his partner Bandage Girl have had a child, Nugget, who has unfortunately been kidnapped by the sinister stillborn psychopath, Dr. Fetus (I hate that guy!). So now it’s up to Meat Boy, Bandage Girl, and some surprising new characters in the Meat Boy Cinematic Universe, to rescue the kidnapped child.

In the time since we saw him last, Meat Boy has been hitting the gym and he now packs a punch with an oversized, Battletoads-esque right fist that packs a mean whollup! Combined with new slide and plummet maneuvers, Meat Boy is more agile than ever!

What’s better than playing through Super Meat Boy Forever once? The answer is simple: Playing through Super Meat Boy Forever several times and having new levels to play each time! Levels are randomly generated and each time the game is completed the option to replay the game appears and generates a whole new experience by presenting different levels with their own unique secret locations. We’ve handcrafted literally thousands of levels for players to enjoy and conquer. You can replay Super Meat Boy Forever from start to finish several times before ever seeing a duplicate level. It is truly a remarkable feat of engineering and a monumental example of ignoring the limits of rational game design and production.

“Super Meat Boy was a massive success that changed my life forever and people had been clamoring for a sequel for ages,” said Team Meat co-founder and programmer Tommy Refenes. “But I didn’t just want to deliver more of the same and call it a day. Meat Boy deserved more than that. I wanted to rebuild Meat Boy from the ground up, in a way that would offer an entirely new experience that still hits all the same kinetic, addictive notes as its predecessor. I know Super Meat Boy Forever took forever to make but we’re confident that it was worth the wait.”

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Meat Boy took the world by storm in 2008 when it was conceived as a free Flash game by developers Edmund McMillen and Jonathan McEntee. This devilishly difficult love letter to arcade platformers went so viral that over 8 million people played it. Due to its popularity, Team Meat founders Edmund McMillen and Tommy Refenes collaborated on a commercial successor that became the 2010 megahit Super Meat Boy, which went on to sell over a million copies in its first 15 months. A decade later, Super Meat Boy is still capturing the populace’s imagination as its Switch port’s launch sales nearly matched that of its 2010 debut on Xbox 360. The franchise’s latest project, Super Meat Boy Forever, is coming to Epic Games Store on December 23rd, 2020.

Two years ago, we announced the formation of a new Xbox Game studio in Santa Monica, The Initiative, and today at The Game Awards, we announced our first project, Perfect Dark. 

​With Perfect Dark, we’re aiming to deliver a secret agent thriller set in a near-future world.

We have built the Perfect Dark team at The Initiative by bringing in some of the most talented game makers from around the industry who all share a passion for storytelling, world-building and creating memorable game experiences. With the full backing from Xbox Studios to re-imagine one of the best loved IPs from gaming history, we couldn’t be more excited to share some of our early ideas.

I encourage you to watch the below studio introduction to hear more about the team, our goals, and how we’re working hard to deliver on the promise of the next generation of game making. 

We look forward to sharing more about Perfect Dark in the future.

LONDON, UK (December 10, 2020) – SQUARE ENIX® today announced - Just Cause®: Mobile, a free to play action-shooter set in the explosive Just Cause universe, designed exclusively for mobile platforms, created as a SQUARE ENIX globally cooperated development project across Europe, America and Japan. Just Cause: Mobile will release on Android and iOS in 2021.

Expanding the series’ universe, Just Cause: Mobile delivers the explosive action of the Just Cause franchise to your fingertips in action-packed single player and multiplayer experiences, offering an on-the-go grappling, gliding, and shooting experience, all presented through exhilarating top-down gameplay.

Team up with friends online and complete competitive multiplayer and co-operative missions to get gear and upgrades to help tackle your foes during solo-play. Create and customise your own character before experiencing a brand-new single player story campaign, where you will rise through the ranks, form alliances with series’ favorite Just Cause characters, and take on intense missions against the enemy organisation Darkwater.

Just Cause: Mobile will launch with four distinct game modes:

STORY CAMPAIGN

Experience an all new action-packed story set in the Just Cause universe. As a member of the Agency’s secret program, Firebrand, explore large open-world locations and take on Darkwater forces and form alliances with well-known characters from past Just Cause iterations.

TRIPLE THREAT 30-PERSON COMPETITIVE MULTIPLAYER

Compete online in fast-paced Just Cause multiplayer! Three teams of 10 players fight to secure bases and score points as they battle across a sprawling map while wielding an explosive arsenal of weaponry & vehicles. Players can also form clans with teammates to earn big rewards.

CO-OP MISSIONS

Team up in a 4-player squad to complete challenging missions where players will take on waves of enemies. Select the perfect loadout and blast your way through tough enemies like heavy tanks and armoured mechs!

CHALLENGE MODE

Looking for an extra challenge to test your skills? Challenge Mode will task you with hitting high scores across three distinct challenges ranging from causing destruction to getting the best lap time. Earn extra rewards for your agent by completing the Destruction, Wingsuit and Race challenges.

Just Cause: Mobile will be available for free on Android and iOS in 2021.

Visit the JUST CAUSE official website: https://justcausemobile.com/

One of the biggest gaming hits of 2020 is coming to Xbox Game Pass for PC, as we’re excited to announce that InnerSloth’s Among Us will be coming to the service soon.

Need a primer on a game that’s been dominating the world with over half a billion players? We got you. Among Us is an online, 4-10 multiplayer game that has you and your friends attempting to prepare your spaceship for departure. Work together and complete your tasks quickly but beware… there may be impostors aboard!

That’s right, there’s a twist: One (or more?!) of your crewmates has been replaced by a dangerous impostor who wants to eliminate the rest of the crew before the ship reaches home. Whether it’s sneaking through vents, sabotaging the ship, or even secretly killing off members of the crew, it seems you can’t trust just anyone in your group. Call an emergency meeting if you suspect something, but the Impostor can easily frame other players too…

 Among Us is all about communication, teamwork, betrayal, and deceit. While everyone is fixing up the ship, no one can talk. However, once a body is reported or a meeting is called, the surviving crew will openly debate who they think The Impostor is. Meanwhile, The Impostor’s goal is to pretend they are a member of the crew and blame someone else. If The Impostor is not voted off, everyone goes back to maintaining the ship until another meeting is called. If The Impostor is voted off, the crew wins!

We’ll have more to share on Among Us coming to Xbox Game Pass for PC.

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Thursday, 10th December 2020 – Team17 has unveiled a new arena for the recently released 32-player Worms Rumble, as part of a bumper free content for the game next Thursday (17th). The new arena, Deadly Dockyard, will see players battle it out in a bustling shipyard packed with shipping containers, cranes, and boats launching from the docks, altering the environment as the action plays out! New Christmas themed cosmetics will also be released as part of the free update, alongside a selection of new premium skins and items. But before that comes today’s debut for The Lab, time-limited game modes that will test even the most adept worm.
Lock and load, because the Deadly Dockyard awaits in this new trailer:

Deadly Dockyard is the start of Worms Rumble’s post-launch support, with a roadmap of content through to the end of March 2021 being teased, including additional maps, modes, and more. Starting today, Worms Rumble will receive regular, time limited game modes in The Lab. Whenever the doors of The Lab open, players can take part in ‘experimental’ matches and unlock exclusive in-game cosmetic rewards. The first, Pistols at Dawn, equips each worm with a hand cannon capable of instantly killing an opponent, and is so powerful that it can only hold a single shot in the clip! Worms taking part during the 48-hour event will secure a Gold Worm Skin. The Lab is open from 3pm GMT today until 3pm GMT on Saturday 12th December.
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To celebrate the Holiday season, a selection of free Christmas cosmetics will be available to Worms Rumble players, alongside with two new premium outfits befitting the new map. The premium outfits allow players to either set sail as the Sea Captain or sink their teeth into Shark attire. Weapons are also getting fresh looks, celebrating the hugely popular Worms Armageddon with skins that reproduce terrain like Cheese, Forest, and Manhattan from the fan favourite classic entry, as well as more eccentric emotes, including Goodbye, Selfie, Make It Rain, and Kick Ups.
 
During December, Worms Rumble is available on PlayStation®5 and PlayStation 4 for free as part of PlayStation Plus. The standard edition of Worms Rumble is now available on Steam for £10.99/$14.99/€14.99 and on the Team17 Store with a 17% off price reduction (using promo code TEAM17) as part of Team17’s 30th anniversary celebrations. To keep up to date with Worms Rumble please like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and join us on Discord.

TOKYO—December 10, 2020—DeNA Co., Ltd., in partnership with The Pokémon Company, has announced various holiday-themed content updates for Pokémon Masters EX. Players will be able to add holiday-inspired versions of Erika & Comfey and Skyla & Togekiss to their teams via the sync pair spotlight scout, available now until December 31 at 9:59 p.m. Pacific Time.
 
The Fairy-type sync pair of Erika & Comfey can deploy moves like Lei Up!, which restores all of your allies’ HP. The Flying-type sync pair of Skyla & Togekiss can unleash moves like Tri-Attack, which has a high probability of leaving the opponent Paralyzed, Burned, or Frozen. Both sync pairs can reach a 6★ EX Potential rating, which increases the strength of their sync moves and provides them with an additional festive outfit to wear.
 
An in-game story event titled “Deck the Halls” is available now until December 31 at 9:59 p.m. Pacific Time for players who have completed Chapter 1 of the Main Story. This event features Erika and Skyla in their festive attire as they work together to decorate a large tree and bring joy to the island of Pasio.
 
The Pokémon Center has also been re-decorated for the holiday season and is accompanied with new background music. To commemorate the holidays, players who login daily from now until December 31 at 9:59 p.m. Pacific Time can earn up to 1,000 Gems.
 
In addition to these holiday-themed content updates, DeNA also announced that the following content updates are now available:

• Legendary Arena – Regirock: In this event, players battle against the extremely powerful Legendary Pokémon Regirock, using only a limited number of sync pairs. This event is available now until December 20 at 9:59 p.m. Pacific Time for players who have completed Chapter 2 of the Main Story.

 

• Legendary Event –“The Beast That Devours The Sky”: Players that complete this event will be able to form a sync pair with the Legendary Pokémon Solgaleo. “The Beast That Devours The Sun” is available now until January 3 at 9:59 p.m. Pacific Time for players who have completed Chapter 1 of the Main Story.

 

• Dawn & Turtwig, Brendan & Treecko Return to Pasio: The Bug-type sync pair of Dawn & Turtwig and Poison-type sync pair of Brendan & Treecko are available to add to players’ teams via the sync pair spotlight scout, available now until December 20 at 9:59 p.m. Pacific Time.

 
Players can check the in-game menus for more information. Note that in-game event dates are subject to change without notice.
 
Pokémon Masters EX is a real-time battling and strategy game for compatible Android and Apple devices that is free-to-start with in-app purchases. It can be downloaded at the links below:
 

• Google Play (Android): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dena.a12026418
• App Store (iOS): https://apps.apple.com/app/id1442061397

 
The game is available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Spanish, and Traditional Chinese. Fans can learn more about Pokémon Masters EX at https://Pokémonmasters-game.com/en-US.

Niantic and Warner Bros. Games are unleashing iconic villains and foes from the Wizarding World in Harry Potter: Wizards Unite with the game’s expansive new Adversaries update.
 
In the biggest feature release of the year, Adversaries is an all-new way for witches and wizards to face off against powerful enemies in the real-world and build up the power and skills to duel some of the most iconic villains from the franchise. Each monthly update will feature new challenges and increasingly powerful foes to battle against, including Slytherin’s Basilisk, Fenrir Greyback, Draco Malfoy, Bellatrix Lestrange and more. Players will receive a variety of rewards including Wizarding XP, Challenge XP, a chance at Defence Against the Dark Arts Books and more based on how many villains they defeat to continue growing their powers in Harry Potter: Wizards Unite.
 
Additionally, players will have access to Adversaries Registry pages with over 75 new collectibles, even more combat lessons to improve Professions skills and further rewards to advance in SOS Training lessons. 
 
Assets surrounding the Adversaries update can be found via the link below the headline. More information about the feature can be found in the blog below and on the official website here.

Duel the Most Iconic Villains and Foes of the Wizarding World
 
Witches and Wizards,
 
Something wicked this way comes as Dark wizards and villains descend upon Harry Potter: Wizards Unite. Ready your wands and prepare to duel some of the most iconic foes of the wizarding world in a new kind of magical combat.
 
“Adversaries” are a new type of encounter where you face off in battle against a chain of increasingly difficult foes. If you’re successful in battling your way to the final opponent, you’ll find yourself pitted against some of the most fearsome villains and creatures known to the wizarding world – Slytherin’s Basilisk, Fenrir Greyback, Draco Malfoy, Bellatrix Lestrange and others have all been rumoured to be amongst their ranks. Knowing the company these nefarious characters keep, whispers have circulated of a possible sighting of a certain Dark wizard whose name we dare not speak.
 
If you’re confident in your combat skills and are ready to dive into the fray, you can find Adversaries on the Map or during brand-new Adversaries Events. When you see the Adversaries icon, inspired by the Dark Mark, on the Map, simply tap on it to enter into battle, but make sure you’re ready before engaging in combat. Adversary battles aren’t for the faint of heart; while you regain health after defeating each opponent, if you lose at any point during the string of battles, or choose to exit during a fight, the chain is broken and the entire encounter is over.
 
As you defeat individual villains as part of the chain of battles, you’ll receive incremental rewards, culminating in a large cluster of rewards if you’re successful in finishing off the final Adversary. These rewards include Wizarding XP, Challenge XP, a chance at Defense Against the Dark Arts Books and more. Adversaries and their enemy attendants drop Fragments of Adversary Objects when defeated. These Fragments are listed on the new Adversaries Registry Pages in the Challenges section of the Registry. Placing these Objects in the Registry also grants you rewards such as Challenge XP and Defense Against the Dark Arts Books.
 
Adversaries fall into two classes: Feared and Lethal.
 
Feared Adversaries can occur randomly on the Map or during Adversaries Events and include Foes such as Peter Pettigrew and Draco Malfoy, which have fewer, less-difficult enemies to defeat before reaching them. Feared Adversaries are indicated by an Adversaries trace marker; these Adversaries, while more common, are not to be taken lightly.

Lethal Adversaries include the likes of Dolores Umbridge and Bellatrix Lestrange and have a greater number of more challenging enemies to defeat before reaching them. Lethal Adversaries are indicated by a more intricate Adversaries trace marker and are truly some of the most terrifying and powerful opponents you can encounter. Unlike Feared Adversaries, Lethal Adversaries can only initially be encountered during certain, special monthly Adversaries Events. Although the challenge may be enticing, Lethal Adversaries will not be immediately available, and will gradually be introduced into the game, with later events introducing stronger, more formidable villains.

A new consumable item, the Edible Dark Mark, will allow you to spawn Feared Adversaries, and Lethal Adversaries once they have been introduced, on the map, should you invite the challenge.
 
To stand a fighting chance against the more powerful Adversaries, you’ll need to reach Level 15 and make sure you’ve properly invested in your Combat Profession. After completing any single Profession tree, a new Lesson Plan will be made available to you. In order to be able to defeat both Feared and Lethal Adversaries, you’ll want to master some of these new skills first. In addition to honing your combat abilities, you’ll want to strategically utilize a variety of Potions and develop your Potion skills in SOS Training as well. Healing Potions, Exstimulo Potions and Wit-Sharpening Potions can all be used to give you an edge in combat against Adversaries, especially with Exstimulo and Wit-Sharpening Potions stacked together. You’ll need every boost you can get to face these fearsome opponents and prevail to tell the tale! 
 
Do you think you have what it takes to take on these all-powerful antagonists? The arrival of Adversaries in Harry Potter: Wizards Unite is imminent, so stay tuned for the latest updates! 
 
Don’t forget to join the social conversation with #WizardsUnite, make sure to follow along on our official Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram channels for the latest updates, and head over to the Harry Potter: Wizards Unite Community Forums to discuss the game with fellow players!

Next year marks both Pokémon’s anniversary and Pokémon GO’s fifth anniversary! To celebrate, we’re excited to announce a virtual, ticketed event that Trainers all around the globe will be able to take part in.
No matter where you are in the world, take a trip back to the region where it all started: Kanto.

Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto

Experience the wonder of the games that sparked a global phenomenon! In the ticketed version of this event, you’ll choose between the Red Version or Green Version of the event experience, each featuring version-exclusive Pokémon. Complete event-exclusive Special Research, and test your Pokémon-collection skills. Trading with a friend who chose the other version will be important, just like it was in Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green! Can you collect all 150 original Pokémon in one day?
We’re also excited to announce that during the Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto event, the first 150 Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region will be available as Shiny Pokémon, some of them for the first time ever. If you’re lucky, you just might find a Shiny Pokémon! You’ll be able to encounter these Shiny Pokémon after the event is over, too.

That’s not all—after completing the Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto Special Research, Trainers will receive a second event-exclusive Special Research line. Overcoming difficult challenges and daunting tasks will be required to complete it, but it’ll all be worth it to discover Shiny Mew.
Tickets for Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto are available in the in-app shop now! And if you purchase a Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticket by a certain date, you’ll also receive tickets for the Special Research stories for the January and February Community Day events! If you choose not to purchase a ticket, there’ll still be exciting features for you to enjoy during the event.
Read on for more details about Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto!

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Saturday, February 20, 2021, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. local time

Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticketed-experience features

• All Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region will be appearing in the wild, will be appearing in raids, will be appearing in encounters after research tasks, will be attracted to Incense, or will be obtainable via Evolution during this time.
• Try to collect the first 150 Pokémon originally discovered in Kanto to earn rewards and bragging rights! You’ll be able to track your progress in the Today View. Are you up for the challenge?
• Select which experience you want: Red Version or Green Version. See below for more details on the differences between these experiences!
• All 150 Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region will be available as Shiny Pokémon, some of them for the first time! In addition, you’ll be more likely to encounter certain Shiny Pokémon in the wild depending on the event version you selected. Check out the version overview below for more information.
• Enjoy an event-exclusive Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto Special Research story, which you can complete to earn an encounter with a special Pokémon!
• Once you complete the first Special Research line, you’ll be able to access a second event-exclusive Special Research story, meant to be completed over a long period of time, in which you’ll embark on a long and challenging journey to discover Shiny Mew.
• You’ll earn more Candy for catching Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region.
• If you purchase a Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticket by a certain date, you’ll also receive tickets for the January and February Community Day Special Research stories for free! See details below.

Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto nonticketed-experience features
The following features will be available to all Trainers during the event, regardless of whether they purchase a ticket!

• Some Pokémon originally discovered in Kanto will be appearing in the wild and in raids.
• Articuno, Zapdos, Moltres, and Mewtwo will be returning to Legendary raids! See below for these Pokémon’s featured exclusive attacks.
• All Trainers will be able to access event-exclusive Timed Research.
• Trade range will be increased to 40 km.

Red Version or Green Version?
Ever since 1996, “Which version are you getting?” has been an important question for Pokémon fans. Similar to the original game series, Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto will feature different versions of the ticketed experience, each with version-exclusive Pokémon. To collect the first 150 Pokémon originally discovered in Kanto, you’ll need to trade with friends who have the other event version. To help with this, trade range will be increased to 40 km during the week of the event!
Version-exclusive Pokémon will be attracted to Incense during event hours. Additionally, you’ll have a greater chance of encountering certain Shiny Pokémon depending on which version you choose, as outlined below. Once you choose your event version, you can’t change it, so pick carefully! Note that you’ll pick your version closer to the event date, so don’t worry about choosing right now.

Red Version

• Red Version–Exclusive Pokémon: Ekans, Oddish, Mankey, Growlithe, Scyther, and Electabuzz will be attracted to Incense.
• You’ll have an increased chance of encountering these Shiny Pokémon: Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Pidgey, Ekans, Pikachu, Nidoran ♀, Oddish, Diglett, Mankey, Growlithe, Ponyta, Shellder, Drowzee, Krabby, Hitmonlee, Lickitung, Scyther, Electabuzz, Eevee, Kabuto, and Dratini.

Green Version
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• Green Version–Exclusive Pokémon: Sandshrew, Vulpix, Meowth, Bellsprout, Magmar, and Pinsir will be attracted to Incense.
• You’ll have an increased chance of encountering these Shiny Pokémon: Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Pidgey, Pikachu, Sandshrew, Nidoran ♂, Vulpix, Meowth, Psyduck, Bellsprout, Geodude, Exeggcute, Hitmonchan, Koffing, Tangela, Horsea, Magmar, Pinsir, Eevee, Omanyte, and Dratini.

Earn rewards by collecting the first 150 Pokémon originally discovered in Kanto! You’ll be able to collect the first 150 Pokémon originally discovered in the Kanto region in several challenges, earning rewards as you do!

If you don’t manage to collect the first 150 Pokémon originally discovered in Kanto during the event, don’t worry! You’ll have until February 27, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. PST (GMT −8) to catch certain Pokémon. You can use this extra time to trade Pokémon, evolve Pokémon, battle in raids, and encounter Pokémon after completing research tasks to finish your collection and claim the rewards!

Featured exclusive attacks

• Articuno caught during the event will know Hurricane.
• Zapdos caught during the event will know Thunder Shock.
• Moltres caught during the event will know Sky Attack.
• Mewtwo caught during the event will know Psystrike.

Early-purchase bonus

If you purchase a Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticket by a certain date, you’ll get free tickets for the January and February Community Day events’ Special Research stories! Read on for more details and conditions.

• January Community Day is scheduled for Saturday, January 16, 2021. To receive a free ticket for the January Community Day Special Research story, you must purchase your Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticket by Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. PST (GMT −8). If you purchase your Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticket by this deadline, you’ll also receive a ticket for the February Community Day Special Research story!


• February Community Day is scheduled for Sunday, February 7, 2021. In order to receive a free ticket for the February Community Day Special Research story, you must purchase your Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticket by Wednesday, February 3, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. PST (GMT −8).

Please note that you must meet certain conditions to receive these Special Research stories. To receive your free tickets for the Community Day Special Research stories, you’ll need to purchase your Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticket by the deadlines outlined above. You must log in to Pokémon GO during each Community Day event to obtain its corresponding Special Research story. After you’ve obtained a Community Day Special Research story, you can complete it at any time. Tickets for the Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto event are nonrefundable (subject to applicable law and the exceptions set forth in the Terms of Service).

How to purchase a ticket

Tickets for Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto are now available in the in-app shop! Tickets are US$11.99 plus any applicable taxes and fees (or the equivalent in your local currency). Tickets cannot be purchased with PokéCoins. To purchase your ticket, follow these steps.

1. In the in-app shop, tap the Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto image.
2. Tap the Buy button.
3. You’ll then see a checkmark purchase confirmation indicating that you’ve successfully purchased a ticket for Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto.
4. After the purchase, you can find the ticket in your Item Bag.
5. A few weeks before the event, you’ll be able to choose which event version you’d like to participate in by tapping the Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticket in your Item Bag and selecting your desired version in the resulting pop-up. Note that once you choose your version, you can’t change your selection. After confirming your version selection, you’ll receive a corresponding medal.
6. When you open the app during the event hours on Saturday, February 20, 2021, you’ll receive access to the Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto ticketed experience, including the Special Research story. After you’ve obtained the Special Research, you can complete it at any time. Tickets to this event are nonrefundable (subject to applicable law and the exceptions set forth in the Terms of Service).

Be sure to check the Pokémon GO Tour: Kanto website for more updates in the coming weeks.

There was no need to wait long for the first recording of the Fishkeeper game. The Underwater Sims or the Aquarium Tamagotchi, as the creators of Blinkclick Games in Cracow like to talk about their game, is a peculiar combination of economic strategy and life simulator. In the game, we play the role of an aquarist taking care of the fish in a tank built with our own hands.

The presented gameplay shows you how to build an aquarium. We can see how to, step by step, buy our first tank, enlarge and decorate it, buy equipment, substrate, plants and corals so that the fish can finally live there. The gameplay is accompanied by relaxing ambient sounds and calm music as well as a commentary by the artist, who draws attention to the numerous relationships between aquarium elements and the organisms living in it.

Only a few weeks have passed since the game was announced, so it’s important to note that we’re still watching an early version of the game — the pre-alpha. The creators intend to share their work progress by demonstrating further aspects of the game’s mechanics. At the moment, we know that the life of organisms in the aquarium (in addition to fish, corals, snails and shrimps will also be available) will be realistically reproduced. The player will be able to multiply and sell his fish, and the cash earned will be used to expand the aquarium kingdom. In addition, you can visit the tank in your self-designed bathyscale, i.e. an “underwater drone”.

The planned date of its premiere on PC is the end of next year. Meanwhile, you can add the game to your Steam Wishlist, which the creators kindly request.

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