Monthly Archives: July 2020

17Jul

WORMS Preparing to Celebrate 25th Anniversary Milestone

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Fan-made update to Worms: Armageddon, a series of digital badges, and Worms Rumble Steam beta kick off celebrations with a Holy Hand-Grenade of a bang.

July 17, 2020 – Team17 is kicking off the countdown to the 25th anniversary of the award-winning and beloved Worms series on 17th November. In addition to a collection of digital badges tracking the evolution of the worm design, a fan-driven update for Worms: Armageddon is now available with a raft of new features and updates, while the first beta is taking place for the recently announced Worms Rumble, which is scheduled for release on PlayStation consoles and PC later this year. Worms has been an award-winning success story since its debut in 1995, with instalments in the franchise launching on a range of platforms from the original PlayStation® to the most recent release, Worms W.M.D. on the current-generation of consoles and PC.

First released in 1999, Armageddon is beloved and recognised by the community as the quintessential instalment in the series. This week sees the launch of v3.8 of Worms: Armageddon, completed by fans, with dozens of new features and updates, including the ability to affect the game’s physics, the introduction of new CPU-controlled teams to online matches, and ‘Mapshot’ that allows players to start a new game on land decimated during a previous battle, as well as improved compatibility with Windows 10 and Linux platforms.
 
Kevin Carthew, Creative Director, Team17 said:
“I’m thankful to have been able to play some part in the Worms story over the past twenty years. Worms: Armageddon was among the first games I worked on; it’s incredible that members of the community are still delivering updates for it, and is a sure sign of its quality and the love that fans have for it. We’re currently writing the next chapter of the Worms story with Worms Rumble, and its beta test is currently underway. Tens of thousands of players have signed up to experience a fresh take on the series, and we’re receiving invaluable feedback that will help us deliver a great game.”
 
Nick Gomersall, Art Director, Team17 said:
“Worms has been a part of my life, and the part of the lives of millions of gamers, for a quarter of a century, and it continues to go from strength to strength. The series forms the backbone of my career at Team17, and the evolution of the Worms design throughout the last 25 years really stands out – everybody has their Worm.”
 
Today’s announcement comes just a week after Team17 unveiled the next instalment in the series, Worms Rumble, which is scheduled for release on PlayStation® 5, PlayStation® 4, and PC later this year. A Steam closed beta of Worms Rumble is currently taking place and is running until 8am BST on Monday, 20th July.
 
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About Team17 Group plc
Founded in 1990, Team17 Group plc is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Floated on AIM in 2018, Team17, with its extensive portfolio of over 100 titles, embodies the spirit of independent games. In addition to the award-winning Overcooked!, Yoku’s Island Express, and the iconic Worms, which celebrates its 25th anniversary in 2020, Team17 has helped bring critically acclaimed titles including Moving Out, Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair, and The Escapists to gamers everywhere. Visit www.team17.com for more info.

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17Jul

Defend the Imperium on New Frontiers – Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus Now Available on Consoles

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Repel the Necron awakening on PS4, Xbox One, Switch

Kasedo Games – the digital first publishing label of Kalypso – have announced that turn-based tactical game, Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus, is available now on PlayStation®4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch.

To mark the launch, a hard-hitting trailer has been released showing off the intense turn-based battles, expansive customisation options and the epic Necron tombs where players must fight for the survival of Mankind.

Taking control of Adeptus Mechanicus forces, players must lead their Tech-Priests and troops on a tactical quest to salvage ancient technologies from the mysterious Necron tombs of the planet Silva Tenebris.

The console release of Mechanicus builds on the critically acclaimed PC version with the addition of the Heretek DLC which exposes the dark underbelly of the Adeptus Mechanicus faction like never before. Players will face frighteningly familiar foes in a cohort of heretek Tech-Priests over five new missions using new disciplines, troops and unlockable firepower.

The console package is completed with the special Omnissiah Edition content which adds the atmospheric soundtrack, short story ‘Deus Ex Mechanicus’ by Andy Chambers, the stunning digital artbook, as well as the hard-hitting melee weapon, the Arc Scourge.

Game Information

Title: Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus

Platform(s): PlayStation®4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

Price: $39.99 / €39.99 / £34.99

Publisher: Kasedo Games (@KasedoGames)

Developer: Bulwark Studios (@bulwarkStudios)

Genre: Turn-Based Tactical

Release: 17th July 2020

Hashtag: #Mechanicus40K

Store Links: PlayStation®4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch

About Kasedo Games
Kasedo Games is the ‘digital first’ – Division of Kalypso Media. The Kasedo Games label is committed to publishing high quality games, developed by handpicked and highly talented Indie developers. Titles published under the Kasedo label include: ‘Filament’, ‘Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus’, ‘Rise of Industry’, ‘Project Highrise’ and ‘Crowntakers’. www.kasedogames.com

About Bulwark Studios
Bulwark Studios is an Indie Games Developer, founded in France five years ago. Bulwark are focused on creating tactical/strategic game experiences that are rich in artistic quality and ripe in passion. They released Crowntakers in 2014 on PC, with a tablet version launching the following year.

About Games Workshop®
Games Workshop® Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer®: Age of Sigmar® and Warhammer® 40,000® games, miniature soldiers, novels and model kits through more than 528 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop® or Warhammer®), the www.games-workshop.com web store and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. More information about Games Workshop and its other, related, brands and product ranges (including our publishing division ‘Black Library’ and our special resin miniatures studio ‘Forge World’) can be found at www.games-workshop.com.

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus © Copyright Games Workshop Limited 2020. Mechanicus, the Mechanicus logo, GW, Games Workshop, Space Marine, 40K, Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000, 40,000, the ‘Aquila’ Double-headed Eagle logo, and all associated logos, illustrations, images, names, creatures, races, vehicles, locations, weapons, characters, and the distinctive likeness thereof, are either ® or TM, and/or © Games Workshop Limited, variably registered around the world, and used under licence. All rights reserved to their respective owners.

17Jul

Halfbrick & Krome Studios Partnership

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17, July 2020 – Two of Australia’s best-known gaming studios have teamed up! Krome Studios has come onboard to bring back your favorite Halfbrick classics!

The collaboration between the two studios goes back nearly 20 years. “When we needed help with Ty the Tasmanian Tiger on GBA,” recalls Robert Walsh CEO of Krome Studios, “Halfbrick delivered.”

Now that teamwork has come full circle. “We’ve tapped into Krome’s expertise of bringing nostalgic titles current.” Says Halfbrick’s CEO Shainiel Deo. “With Krome’s recent remasters of Ty the Tasmanian Tiger HD on Nintendo Switch, Wasteland Remastered and The Bard’s Tale Trilogy on PC and Xbox, we couldn’t be more excited to be partnering with them again.”

Halfbrick, creators of the highly successful titles Fruit Ninja and Jetpack Joyride, have entered into a partnership with Krome. Krome will set out to help answer the calls of Halfbrick fans, and bring back the classic titles. Keep an eye out Monster Dash, Age Of Zombies, Fish Out Of Water and many more beloved games over the next few months.

14Jul

Prepare to Get Schooled in Hearthstone’s New Expansion—Enrollment in Scholomance Academy Begins early August!

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Hearthstone Scholomance Academy Expansion

Pursue advanced study of the arcane in the latest expansion for Blizzard Entertainment’s hit digital card game, which conjures 135 new cards brimming with spellbinding synergies

The Scholomance Academy Mega Bundle, one of two card pack bundles available for pre-purchase, includes five bonus Golden card packs, the Kel’Thuzad Hero, a Tavern Pass, and more

Class will officially be in session early August with the arrival of Scholomance Academy™, the next expansion for Blizzard Entertainment’s smash-hit digital card game Hearthstone®. Within the hallowed halls of this fabled college of magic, Students will encounter 135 all-new cards, designed to supercharge the game with sorcerous synergies and dazzling displays of arcane splendor.

At Scholomance Academy, students will immerse themselves in a range of magical disciplines designed to empower their continued success in Hearthstone. This mystical curriculum is best represented by Dual-Class cards, usable by two classes (the ultimate double major) and designed around mechanics and strategies they both share. Hunter and Druid students, for example, both have an affinity for beasts and will learn of new ways to harness their wild power. There are 40 Dual-Class cards in Scholomance Academy, including 10 signature Legendary professor minions—one for each of the unique class pairings.

To achieve the highest marks, Scholomance Academy pupils will also have to master the Spellburst keyword, found on minions and weapons, which triggers a powerful one-time effect the next time the player casts a spell. In addition, Studies allow players to Discover a card (select one card from three choices to add to your hand) immediately and reduce the mana cost of the next card they play of that type.

“We love introducing new twists and mechanics to Hearthstone, and Scholomance Academy is one of our most inventive expansions to date,” said J. Allen Brack, president of Blizzard Entertainment. “This is Hearthstone at its best, and we can’t wait to see what players do with the new Dual-Class cards and all the other tools and tricks we’re adding.” 

Students looking to prepare for the academic year can pre-purchase the Scholomance Academy Mega Bundle for $79.99 USD, which comes with 85 Scholomance Academy card packs—5 of which are Golden Card Packs (containing all Golden Scholomance Academy cards)—plus one random Scholomance Academy Golden Legendary card; the Kel’Thuzad Mage Hero; the Kel’Thuzad card back; and a Tavern Pass, unlocking time-limited perks for Hearthstone Battlegrounds®and granting four Arena Tickets, which are good for a free run in the game’s Arena mode. Also available is the Scholomance Academy Bundle for $49.99 USD, which includes 55 Scholomance Academy packs, one random Scholomance Academy Golden Legendary Card, and the Kel’Thuzad card back.

Starting from today July 14, players can log in to receive two free copies of the epic neutral minion card Transfer Student*.

*Limit two per account. Must log in by October 20, 2020 to claim.

About Hearthstone
With more than 100 million players worldwide, Hearthstone is Blizzard Entertainment’s internationally acclaimed, free-to-play digital card game designed for novice and veteran card-slingers alike. Players can choose from 10 powerful hero classes and customize their decks with minions, spells, and weapons based on the unique fantasy of the Warcraft® universe. Featuring a variety of game modes ranging from epic head-to-head duels to story-driven Solo Adventures, Hearthstone offers a vibrant and rewarding experience stacked with strategy, personality, and fun. Hearthstone is available globally for Windows and Mac PCs; Windows, iOS, and Android tablets; and iOS, and Android mobile phones.

About Blizzard Entertainment, Inc.
Best known for blockbuster hits including World of Warcraft®, Hearthstone, Overwatch®, the Warcraft, StarCraft®, and Diablo® franchises, and the multifranchise Heroes of the Storm®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard (NASDAQ: ATVI), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment software renowned for creating some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed games. Blizzard Entertainment’s track record includes twenty-two #1 games* and multiple Game of the Year awards. The company’s online gaming service, Battle.net®, is one of the largest in the world, with millions of active players.

14Jul

PUBG Celebrates 70 Million Units Sold with the Newly Remastered Sanhok Map for Season 8

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Update 8.1 welcomes players back to the jungle with a reimagined map, the Loot Truck, a new Ranked Mode season, and more

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – July 14, 2020 – PUBG Corporation, pioneer of the battle royale genre, today announced that its trailblazing title, PLAYERUNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS (PUBG), has sold over 70 million units to date. To commemorate this milestone, the latest update will return to the jungles of Sanhok with PUBG Season 8. The once familiar jungle destination is now an overgrown abandoned paradise that has been remastered to be leaner, meaner, and more deadly than ever before! Season 8 will release for PC via Steam on 22 July and 30 July for Xbox One, PlayStation®4, and Stadia, the new generation gaming platform from Google.
 
When survivors drop into Sanhok, they’ll discover that almost every structure, tree, rock, and material in the map has been rebuilt from the ground up. Using data and player feedback, many locations have had extensive design and art upgrades. Popular locations, such as Boot Camp, Ruins, Pai Nan, Khao, and Quarry have all received major updates. For those keen on exploring, new locations and hidden gems can be found around the island, including a new tourist town “Getaway”, and bootcamp “Airfield.” From the Ruins to the Cave, Sanhok has been updated to increase its visual fidelity, balance, and performance.
 
Alongside the Sanhok Remaster, Update 8.1 is full of new and thrilling additions, including:

  • The Loot Truck: Driving the roads of Sanhok are autonomous cargo transports that offer players a brand-new way to gear up. As these trucks take damage, they will drop some loot and continue on their way. Players persistent enough to destroy the truck will be rewarded with an even bigger cache of weapons and gear for their squad.
  • Confiscated Weapons: Players who take down the Loot Truck will be rewarded with fully customised weapons. For the first time ever in PUBG, players can pick-up weapons that come with pre-installed attachments and unique skins.
  • Improved Jerry Cans: These explosive bundles of joy are making their revised debut. Pour gas on the ground to set a fiery trap or toss the whole thing at an enemy and light it up.
  • New Ranked Season: A new Ranked season begins with Update 8.1. The season brings a much-requested change to scoring, with Ranked Point acquisition now taking team placement into account. Additionally, Vikendi has been added to the Ranked map pool.
  • Survivor Pass: Payback: Accompanying the latest season is the newest Survivor Pass, which gives players a large amount of new skins to earn as they explore the forgotten paradise of Sanhok.

Survivors can preview Update 8.1 with the PC test server on 15 July and the console test server on 20 July, prior to Season 8’s official launch on 22 July for PC via Steam and 30 July for Xbox One, PS4, and Stadia. For more information on Update 8.1, please view the full patch notes here.
 
For the latest information on PUBG, please visit https://www.pubg.com/ or follow us on social media (Twitter/Instagram/Facebook).
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About PUBG Corporation
PUBG Corporation, a member of KRAFTON, is the developer and publisher of the 2017 blockbuster battle royale video game, PLAYERUNKNOWN’S BATTLEGROUNDS (PUBG). Since its release, PUBG has sold over 70 million copies to date and achieved worldwide acclaim, including seven Guinness World Records and multiple game awards.
 
Headquartered in Korea, PUBG Corporation has multiple operational offices globally across North America, Latin America, Europe, Japan, and China. With the goal of developing PUBG as a global franchise, the company is currently undertaking a number of projects in esports, product licensing, and more. For more information about PUBG, please visit www.pubg.com.