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Team17 Heading to E3 with their Most Diverse Line-up Ever
Award-winning veteran games developer and international games label Team17 today announced its presence at E3 2017, from 13th to 15th June, in Los Angeles.
The company will host press meetings by appointment only in the Concourse Hall, #8700 and will also have staff on the ground to hold business development meetings for potential new partners and developers that would like to pitch their games.
Team17 will be showcasing a range of games from its highly-anticipated line-up including:
Aven Colony
Developed by Austin, Texas-based Mothership Entertainment, Aven Colony is a sci-fi city-builder set on Aven Prime, an alien world of deserts, tundras and wetlands light-years from Earth. In this rich simulation of an extra-terrestrial colony, players will build, customise and maintain their settlement, manage their resources, encounter a variety of alien life forms and look after their citizens – all while dealing with the challenges of life in an entirely new solar system. Will your plucky settlers survive and prosper on this exotic alien world, and uncover its many secrets?
The Escapists 2
The Escapists 2 is the forthcoming sequel to the multi-million selling, award-winning sandbox prison-escape game. The Escapists 2 will feature multiplayer, a first for the series, as well as new ways to escape, new items to craft, a completely revamped combat system, new customisation options and more!
Genesis Alpha One
In a near future ravaged by wars; corrupt regimes and global capitalism left unchecked have resulted in natural resource over-exploitation and pollution devastating the planet. As the Captain of a Genesis starship, you journey into uncharted space on the ultimate mission. Build and manage a space vessel, farm resources, deal with terrifying alien infestations, clone creatures and explore a vast, randomly generated universe.
Your goal: Find new homes for humanity’s DNA and save the species from extinction.
Yoku’s Island Express
Yoku’s Island Express is a unique and quirky pinball platform adventure with handcrafted visuals. Flip and bump our pint-sized protagonist around the stunning hand-painted island on your quest to rebuild the post-office, discover the mystery of the Fruit Altar, and wake an old god from its deep slumber.
To keep up to date with all the information on Team17 and its games please visit www.team17.com
Crossout launches on PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One
Targem Games and Gaijin Entertainment announce the launch of the post-apocalyptic Action MMOG Crossout, available beginning today as a free download on Windows PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Craft your own vehicle
Crossout allows players to craft never seen vehicles using anything Earth’s vast post-apocalyptic wastelands offer. There are a countless number of parts available for vehicle customization, from trusty objects of the past, like rusty doors, chainsaws, and cabins from old cars, to the ingenious inventions of a new generation of engineers that grew up in the post-apocalyptic world, such as combat drones, stealth generators, automatic cannons, and much more. Complete creative freedom without class restriction allows for the creation of vehicles that are as individual as their creators, perfectly suited to their preferred style of play.
Join a faction that fits your style
The world of Crossout is home to distinct factions players can join, each with a different way of life and combat style. Examples are the raging ‘Lunatics’, a loose group of individuals that prefer fast cars and close-quarters combat, or the ‘Nomads’, enigmatic characters that wander the wastes in the search of new technology. Today’s launch marks the release of a fifth faction, the ‘Steppenwolves’ – former military armed with a tactical approach, well-armoured vehicles, and long-range cannons. They add even more parts to the game, including mechanical legs that allow the creation of massive artillery platforms. In the future, fans can look forward to the release of addition factions with unique mechanics, armaments, and items.
Experience different game modes and maps
The battles in Crossout will take players to many different corners of the wastelands, starting from abandoned factories to dried-up riverbeds and destroyed cities. For launch, fans can enjoy new environments such as desert landscapes, deep canyons, and fortified settlements, where players will face exciting PvP action and PvE missions. In their quest for resources and dominance, players will attack settlements, defend merchant convoys from raiders, destroy oil rigs or try to defeat Leviathans, gigantic monsters of steel created by other players. In between battles, players can take a break in the new ‘Race’ mode. It is a downhill race for first place without the use of weapons.
Take part in a player controlled economy
There are several ways to earn the parts you need to create your perfect vehicle in Crossout. Earn loot in PvP battles or PvE missions, craft new equipment with the help of your faction, or purchase the desired weapons and car parts on the open in-game market, where supply and demand is entirely controlled by the players themselves. Earn coins to use in the market by selling surplus loot and resources, or restock your balance through the game’s store. Every player will be able to craft the perfect armoured vehicle as there are no items exclusively available for real money that influence a player’s performance in game.
Join the never ending battle today, and fight for your famed spot in the post-apocalyptic world of Crossout. Learn more about the game on the official website at http://crossout.net/
HUNT DEMONS AND FORGE ALLIANCES WITH SLAYERS AROUND THE WORLD IN TOUKIDEN 2: FREE ALLIANCES VERSION
KOEI TECMO Europe is excited to announce the release of Toukiden 2: Free Alliances Version, a new free-to-play version of Toukiden 2 in which players around the world can team up and destroy demonic enemies for free, fighting alongside players of the full version of the recently-released demon-hunting action RPG. Available tomorrow, 31st May 2017, on the PlayStation 4 computer entertainment system and PlayStation Vita handheld entertainment system, free-to-play Slayers will experience the diverse, action-packed gameplay of the Toukiden series while they encounter a variety of unique and devastating Oni.
Take on Group Missions from the Command Center, visit various Ages and slay monstrous beasts with up to four other companions to repel the cataclysmic Oni forces, or get a taste of the full title’s gripping narrative by playing through the first chapter of the main campaign completely free of charge! For those Slayers who would like to experience more of the game’s extensive storyline, the Free Alliances Version can be upgraded to the full Toukiden 2 game at a cost, allowing them to import their Save Data and experience the complete tale of the Awakening and humanity’s subsequent struggle for survival.
To stay up-to-date with the latest news on Toukiden 2 and its Free Alliances Version, please visit the official site at www.koeitecmoeurope.com/toukiden2
MXGP 3 AVAILABLE IN STORE TODAY
Milestone s.r.l., one of the largest global racing video game developers, is proud to announce that MXGP3 – The Official Motocross Videogame is available from today in digital and physical stores on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system, for €69.99 and on Windows PC/STEAM for €49.99.
To reach the podium and win the championship, you must race on all the official tracks of the 2016 championship, including the MXoN, as well as tackle unpredictable weather conditions and hit the gas on highly deformable grounds that will put even the most expert player to the test in adrenaline-fuelled challenges.
Players who purchase MXGP3 – The Official Motocross Videogame will have access to:
- An ultra-realistic gaming experience, thanks to the improved graphics, physics and audio guaranteed by the new Unreal Engine 4;
- All the riders, bikes and tracks of the 2016 season, including the Monster Energy FIM Motocross of Nations;
- The Career Mode that will allow players starting from the MX2 category to enhance their reputation and compete with other riders to become the new MXGP World Champion;
- An even more complete level of bike and rider customization: more than 300 official components from over 75 brands, 40% more than in the past edition;
- One of the most popular and acclaimed features of the MXGP series, up to 10 2-stroke bike models with dedicated physics and audio that can be used in any game mode.
Simultaneously with the game’s release, you can buy the exclusive Season Pass available for PlayStation 4 from today for €14.99.
The following content can be downloaded as soon as it is available:
- MXGP3 – Credits Multiplier (available from today);
- MXGP3 – Monster Energy SMX Riders Cup (from the 29th of June);
- MXGP3 – Additional Tracks (from the 27th of July);
With the first DLC, the MXGP3 – Credits Multiplier, available on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system, for €4.99, you will be able to multiply your credits after every race and in every game mode to reach the highest step of the podium as quickly as possible!
Watch the launch trailer on the official YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/MXGP3_LaunchTrailer
Dynasty Warriors: Unleashed’s Saga Expanded with New Campaign, more Conquest Regions, Dungeons and Legendary Battles
Nexon in conjunction with XPEC Entertainment and Koei Tecmo Games have released the first major content update for Dynasty Warriors: Unleashed, adding a new campaign, additional regions for Conquest, new dungeons and advanced character growth options to the iconic combat action series. The hit mobile action game also surpassed 6M downloads within 7 weeks of global availability with players averaging 72 minutes of play per day.
The massive update for Dynasty Warriors: Unleashed adds The Battle of Red Cliff: Part 1, a new campaign featuring the classic battle in the Dynasty Warriors storyline of the Three Kingdoms. , adding 10 new stages to the epic saga. New warriors Pang Tong and Han Dang have also joined the fray and will play an important role in the Battle of Red Cliff campaign.
New dungeon experiences have been introduced through the Guild Dungeon, Growth Dungeon and new regions in Conquest Mode. Players can now use Guild Points to open the Guild Dungeon where they’ll engage in cooperative battles with other Guild members to rampage through each challenging stage and unearth valuable rewards. The new Growth Dungeon features a new objective every day for players to compete, while a new map for Chronicle Mode provides better rewards in a challenging new arena.
With nearly 5 million 4 player PvP battles already waged in the popular Skirmish mode, the introduction of 1 vs 1 real-time PvP gives competitive players a chance to test their skills in head-to-head combat. Players can now combine duplicate officers in the Officer Fusion system to harness their strength and create a more powerful character, as well as utilize the option to change their officer’s Element. Finally, officer Transcendence empowers your officer beyond the limits of human boundaries by adding crimson stars to their original rank..
Dynasty Warriors: Unleashed is available now as a free download on the App Store for iPhone and iPad and on Google Play for Android devices.
To learn more, visit the official Dynasty Warriors: Unleashed website: unleashed.nexon.com
WAKE UP AND SMELL THE NAPALM – RISING STORM 2: VIETNAM OUT TODAY ON THE STEAM STORE
Tripwire Interactive is pleased today to announce the release of Rising Storm 2: Vietnam on PC. The highly-anticipated sequel to the smash hit Rising Storm hits the Steam store at 10:00AM Pacific Time today, and though the Standard Edition will normally be available for $24.99 and the Digital Deluxe Edition priced at $29.99, both editions are 10% off through June 6.
Check out the new Rising Storm 2: Vietnam launch trailer here: https://youtu.be/YqyeNcNKxXs
“Rising Storm 2: Vietnam has grown out of all we’ve learned over the years in the Red Orchestra franchise. The weapons, the gameplay, the look – all coming together to generate a really immersive, visceral experience that will keep drawing people in.” said Alan Wilson, Product Director for Tripwire. “The AMG crew have all the experience of designing for asymmetric warfare from the first Rising Storm and, this time, we went through multiple beta waves to gather feedback from the players, act on that feedback and really hone the game to what the players wanted. We’ll continue to do that post-release as well, with a series of upcoming updates – new factions, new gameplay and more. As always with Tripwire, it will be free to everyone who owns the game.”
In addition to the first week sale, early players of Rising Storm 2: Vietnam will also be lucky enough to enjoy double XP for the first week of release. The Shake and Bake Double XP launch promotion will run through June 6 as well, and grant all owners of the game double experience points as they play during the first week of the game’s release.
“At Antimatter Games we’re immensely proud of the work we’ve done on Rising Storm 2,” said Jack Hackett, Producer at Antimatter Games. “We’ve taken what we learned from the first Rising Storm and blended that with the unique opportunities that the Vietnam setting offers to create something that we think is truly special. It’s been a fun journey, and we’re grateful to Tripwire for trusting us to put a fresh spin on the series.
“Of course, we couldn’t do it without the support and feedback of our fantastic community,” Hackett continued. “They’ve already helped shape the game throughout the Beta, and I can’t wait to see them take it even further with mods and custom maps after release.”
Rising Storm 2: Vietnam is developed by Antimatter Games and published by Tripwire Interactive for PC.
You Be the JYDGE In 10tons’ Upcoming Top-Down Shooter For Steam and Consoles
Independent game developer 10tons Ltd. announced today JYDGE, an upcoming top-down twin stick shooter. Set in the same universe as 10tons’ 2016 hit Neon Chrome, JYDGE sees the player assume the role of a cybernetically enhanced law enforcement unit eradicating rampant crime in the futuristic metropolis of Edenbyrg.
“While Neon Chrome has been a great success for us, we quickly learned that procedurally generated levels and roguelike elements are not for everyone. We’ve built JYDGE specifically for people preferring a carefully hand-crafted yet highly customizable top-down shooter. We call this a roguehate game.” said Tero Alatalo, CEO of 10tons.
JYDGE is a top-down shooter where the player gets to build a cybernetic JYDGE and fight crime in the never-sleeping megacity of Edenbyrg. The augments selected by the player, as well as modifications to the Gavel rifle, and the selection of companion drones greatly alters how the game is played. Playstyles from heavy assault to stealth to extensive drone use and more are possible.
In addition to extensive customization, JYDGE features a large amount of missions and secondary challenges. For example, a level’s primary mission might be to deal with a gang of bank robbers. Secondary challenges might include rescuing all hostages, completing the level in less than 30 seconds, and completing the primary mission without being seen.
Completing missions and secondary challenges awards medals, which in turn unlock new cybernetic enhancements, weapon modifications, special weapons, missions, and more.
JYDGE in Steam Greenlight: http://steamcommunity.com/sharedfiles/filedetails/?id=898802876
JYDGE announcement trailer: https://youtu.be/94rW8cPH8XU
That’s all for the news today!
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