Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire out this week

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Chorus Worldwide and Alfa System are pleased to announce that Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire, the Japanese shmup from veteran Japanese developers Alfa System, arrives this week

Sisters Royale is inspired by the anime aesthetic of 2001’s ‘Castle of Shikigami’. Five sisters with unique magical powers race to capture the heart of an angel, Yashin. As with ‘Castle of Shikigami’, Sisters Royale deploys power boost mechanics that allow players to gain scores by taking high risks for high rewards. Now with global online leaderboard support, the game will appeal to everyone, from shoot ‘em up virgins to deft-fingered experts,  and every level of experience in between.

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“We’re super excited to be working with Alfa System to bring Sisters Royale to a global audience” said Shintaro Kanaoya, Founder of Chorus Worldwide. “The original Castle of Shikigami series is a beloved classic of the genre and having Alfa System come back to make a modern spiritual successor is thrilling. With its tongue-in-cheek storyline, gameplay and production values from a team at the height of their 30 years in the industry, we think Sisters Royale will appeal to shmup fans of all levels, as well manga and anime lovers around the world.”

“After receiving many calls for a sequel, we are happy to introduce a brand new game that retains some key elements from Castle of Shikigami series”, Naoki Suda, Producer of Alfa System, “in Sisters Royale the players will find the same ‘high risk, high return’ game mechanics that they enjoyed in the series, with additional obstacles that redefine the game, including ‘slippery ice floors’ and ‘wind blowing windmill’.”

MAFIA Definitive Edition Released Pushed Back to September 25th

2K games has made the announcement that the release of MAFIA – Definitive Edition has bee delayed from the original date of August 28th to September 25th 2020.

As a way of making it up to fans, a special extended gameplay reveal of Mafia: Definitive Edition with insights from Hangar 13 President Haden Blackman will be shown on July 22nd.

Mafia: Definitive Edition releases September 25th for PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC.

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Watch the new ‘Destroy All Humans – Welcome to Area 52’ Trailer

THQ Nordic has released another new Trailer for ‘Destroy all Humans’. Now we should be able to discover what happened to Crypto-136! Scans have identified several radioactive areas in your vicinity, but there is one in particular that looks like it could be a crash site.

Destroy All Humans! will be available for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One on July 28th, 2020.

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Devolver Digital Announce Shadow Warrior 3 Teaser Trailer

The talented group of nerds at Flying Wild Hog along with the less talented suits at publisher Devolver Digital have announced Shadow Warrior 3, a stunning new entry in the global best-selling franchise. Shadow Warrior 3 marks the triumphant return of fallen corporate shogun Lo Wang and launches the offbeat first-person shooter series to the next level. 

Shadow Warrior 3 finds Lo Wang and his former employer turned nemesis turned sidekick Orochi Zilla embarking on an improbable mission to recapture an ancient dragon they unwillingly unleashed from its eternal prison. Armed with a punishing mix of blades and bullets, Lo Wang must traverse uncharted parts of the world to track down the dark beast and push the apocalypse back yet again. All it will take is the mask of a dead god, a dragon’s egg, a touch of magic, and enough firepower to tear down the encroaching Shadowlands.

“We are beyond excited to bring Shadow Warrior fans a completely fresh experience, and we can’t wait to show off the new features we have in store for them. We want to make sure that our fast-paced gunplay sequences, razor-sharp melee combat, and spectacular free-running movement, will get their adrenaline pumping and senses thumping.

But we never forget Flying Wild Hog’s roots and we hope that Shadow Warrior 3 will feel like a homecoming for those fans that have been with us since the beginning. And we can’t wait to introduce new players to Lo Wang, our quick-witted hero with a tongue as sharp as his katana. Shadow Warrior 3 will see him face a threat so huge it may be too big even for him to handle.” remarked Game Director Kuba Opoń.

Shadow Warrior 3 is set to unsheathe a gameplay trailer during this year’s Devolver Direct on July 11 at 12:00PM Pacific via Twitch [twitch.tv/twitchgaming] with previews, interviews, and more to come the following week.

Xbox Games Showcase Confirmed for July 23rd

At the last ‘Inside Xbox’ event, third party titles for the Xbox Series X were showcased though some criticism was thrown at the fact that for an event labelled as “Xbox Series X Gameplay” there was actually very little in the way of actual gameplay shown. But the show ended with the promise of another ‘Inside Xbox’ special for July which would showcase what all 15 of the Microsoft Studios have been working on in the run up to the launch of the Xbox Series X…..and now we know it will take place on July 23rd at 5pm BST:

Personally I am really looking forward to this event with the chance to finally see some HALO Infinite gameplay as well as hopefully, the reveal of a new FABLE title. But where Xbox has the chance to really blow people away is in brand new and fresh Xbox Exclusives across a myriad of game styles that fans have longed for Xbox to work towards and improve on exclusives for the platform, something that PlayStation has excelled at for the PS4 generation especially.

I would also not be surprised if this showcase ended with a release date and price model for the Xbox Series X which especially now with the PlayStation 5 finally unveiled, is something fans both want but NEED to know now. How much will the next generation of console gaming cost and when can gamers get their hands on the console.

It has also been reported that once this showcase has run, Sony will announced another “State of Play” for the PlayStation 5 as soon as early August, so……..release dates and pricing could be announced very soon!

New Trailer for ‘Destroy all Humans!’ Celebrates 4th of July!

Taken from the Furon Handbook of Infiltration and Invasions, page 29, chapter 2:

“Cut off the Snake’s Head”. When preparing a hostile planet for a Furon Invasion, it is key to attack the chain of command of the enemy society. Locate the seat of the enemy leader or government and burn it to the ground, including said leader or government. This will throw defending forces into disarray and shock the inhabitants of the target planet. Shocked inhabitants are not able to form a noteworthy resistance (See Page 122, Chapter 18 of this handbook).”

For the upcoming 4th of July, Black Forest Games, Developer of Destroy All Humans! have prepared a nice little fireworks display to celebrate! Have a look at the new trailer:

Destroy All Humans! will launch on July 28th and is available for pre-order on PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One from your preferred retailer, and also available for pre-order digitally on PC and Xbox One. The SRP of the PC version is €29.99 / $29.99 / £24.99 / ₽1.529, and the SRP for consoles is €39.99 / $39.99 / £34.99 / ₽2.799 (PlayStation 4 and Xbox One). Pre-order Skins available via selected channels only!

Visit the website for more information: Official Destroy All Humans! Website

TEAM 17 Announce ‘Worms Rumble’ For PS4 and PS5!

Team17 has revealed the first details of Worms Rumble, the brand-new instalment in the iconic and multi-award-winning Worms franchise, which this year celebrates its 25th anniversary. Announced for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC, and set for a late 2020 launch, Worms Rumble will be the first game in the series to feature real-time combat and multi-platform cross-play, with up to 32 players able to take part in matches in a range of arena maps, including a multi-levelled shopping mall – complete with its own ballistic missile silo.
 
Registration is now open for players to participate in a closed beta of Worms Rumble on Steam, which begins on Wednesday 15th July at 12pm BST and runs through to Monday 20th July at 8am BST. The beta gives players their first chance to take part in the next stage of the Worms real-time revolution.

Worms Rumble will be fully-supported by ongoing, content updates featuring new arenas and customisations. Players will be able to level up their Worm and progress through the ranks, earning new weapons skins and character customisations, accessories and emotes as they go. Today’s announcement reveals some of the weapons making their way into Worms Rumble at launch later this year, including the Baseball Bat, Hand Cannon, Bazooka, Assault Rifle, and Shotgun.
 
Worms Rumble features:

  • Worms goes real-time: Every round is in REAL TIME. When enemies rain down fire, unleash heck right back!
  • Up-to-32-player, cross-platform multiplayer: Play across PlayStation generations and PC, with Deathmatch and Last Worm Standing solo and squad battle royale modes available at launch
  • Classic Weapons/New Ways to Play: Arm Worms with new and returning fan-favourite weapons, including the Bazooka, Holy Hand Grenade, and Hand Cannon
  • Events, Challenges and ‘The Lab’: Take part in seasonal events, daily and community challenges, and experiment with new gameplay mechanics and weapons in ‘The Lab’.
  • Player Customisations: Earn XP and in-game currency to unlock and purchase weapon skins, outfits, accessories and emotes. Players create their personal style for the battlefield.

Adam Findlay, Lead Designer, Team17, said: “Yes we teased a new Worms game earlier in the year, and yes some in the community were speculating that we’d be taking the franchise into real-time action – and they were, of course, correct! Worms Rumble represents a significant rethink around the Worms experience, and not just because of the switch from turn-based gameplay. The up-to-32-player online cross-play between generations of PlayStation consoles and PC will unite the community and newcomers to the series in wonderfully Worm-tastic mayhem!” 

Max Everingham, Head of Publishing, Team17, said: “Today we’ve thrown an exploding sheep into the room and announced the most significant shake-up for Worms in… possibly ever! Worms Rumble and its real-time gameplay and promise of regular content updates underlines how we’re adapting an iconic franchise and keeping it fresh in its milestone 25th year and beyond.”    

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Campaign News and Inon Zur Musical Score Revealed for OUTRIDERS

During the second ‘Outirders Broadcast’ SQUARE ENIX revealed new information and gameplay footage for OUTRIDERS, the highly anticipated upcoming RPG-Shooter from People Can Fly, the developers of Gears of War: Judgment and BULLETSTORM, and Square Enix External Studios, the minds behind SLEEPING DOGS and JUST CAUSE.

The “Journey and Structure” feature presents an in-depth look at the campaign, side-quests, companions and travel system in OUTRIDERS, plus the video reveals several new environments and enemy types.

OUTRIDERS is a massive experience, not just in terms of the hours of gameplay it will offer, but in how far you travel in the course of the game’s dark sci-fi story. The campaign will take you on an epic journey across Enoch, a savage world where everything has mysteriously hyper-evolved to wipe Humanity from the face of the planet. From the lives and secrets within the Human colony, to the mysterious jungles and unforgiving deserts, you will explore the far reaches of the frontiers, gain incredible powers, and make discoveries that will change everything.

It was also announced that Emmy Award Winner and three-time BAFTA nominee Inon Zur is the musical talent behind the original soundtrack of OUTRIDERS. His vast experience and exquisite expertise brings the world of OUTRIDERS to life in a one of a kind fashion.

As a composer it’s always extremely exciting to be involved in building new worlds and telling new stories, so I’m thrilled to reveal that I have composed the score for People Can Fly and Square Enix’s epic sci-fi action game OUTRIDERS. It was a lot of fun blending heavy orchestral soundscapes and futuristic musical sound design for this rollercoaster sci-fi adventure and I can’t wait to share the music with you.” said Inon Zur.

“We were really excited to have Inon on board to do the soundtrack for the game. He’s a legend in the industry and the team were big fans of his work already,” said Bartek Kmita, Creative Director of OUTRIDERS at People Can Fly. “He worked closely with us to develop a sound that fit with the story and world that we’re creating, and he composed truly dynamic and powerful tracks for us that added so much depth to the tone and feel of the game.”

The “Journey and Structure” feature is just one of the segments in the second OUTRIDERS Broadcast, a show that reveals new details of the dark and desperate world of OUTRIDERS. Discover all-new gameplay, environments, character class deep dives, and updates from the team in this on-going video series.

OUTRIDERS will release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, the Xbox One family of devices, and PC in Holiday 2020.

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Captain America Comes to Fortnite

Assemble in Fortnite this week and get The First Avenger… Captain America!

Debuting today in the Item Shop, Cap’s Outfit includes two items: his Proto-Adamantium Pickaxe and Back Bling. Wield the shield as your pickaxe, or display it proudly on your back.

Additionally, you can celebrate Captain America’s arrival with the Grand Salute Emote!

HITMAN 3 – Developer Insights Vidoc ‘The End of the Journey’

Get fresh insights into the development of HITMAN 3 from IO Interactive developers. This new video reveals more details about the tone and story of the game:

HITMAN III will be available in January 2021 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One and PC.

For more information Visit http://www.hitman.com

EGX 2020 Officially Cancelled, Replaced with Global Digital Event.

EGX, the UK’s biggest gaming event scheduled to take place at the ExCeL, London from 17th – 20th September 2020, has been cancelled due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. To continue to provide fans with their video game fix, ReedPop is introducing its first-ever online event to take place across 3 continents, bringing a global gaming audience together digitally this September

EGX will be joining forces with PAX Online to bring fans the around the clock, 24-hour online content that they love.  From the 12th – 20th September 2020, EGX Digital, sponsored by Virgin Media, will be the online show that celebrates the very best in gaming from the comfort of your own home.  Attendees can expect many of their favourite features from the show, including landmark sessions with developers, panels, playable games; Let’s Play content with some of the biggest names in gaming; competitive gaming; hundreds of indie titles, Meets and Greets and much more. Free to everyone, EGX Digital will offer an unmissable 9day experience to make new friends and discover the latest from the global gaming community.  

The introduction of the digital event will give fans everything they love about the show from the safety of their homes, David continued: “We’re hugely excited to introduce EGX Digital, sponsored by Virgin Media, where we’ll be partnering with PAX to bring you an epic virtual gaming experience.  Working with PAX gives us the huge advantage of a global event, running around the clock and featuring brilliant new content and contributions from ReedPop editorial brands including Eurogamer, Dicebreaker, VG247, gamesindustry.biz, and Rock Paper Shotgun.  Our unique powerhouse of events and digital expertise will make EGX Digital an awesome online event for everyone involved.”

Cilesta Van Doorn, Executive Director of Brand & Marketing at Virgin Media, said: “We are really excited about working to deliver an incredible digital event accessible to even more people. We’ve always given gamers an incredible experience at EGX through exclusive first play opportunities, gaming giveaways and the chance to experience our ultrafast broadband speeds. Now we are really looking forward to celebrating and supporting gamers online at EGX Digital.”

More details for EGX Digital will be announced over the coming weeks, please visit the official EGX website and social media channels for updates.

Rezzed customers who have had their tickets transferred over to EGX 2020, including those with tickets to Jesse Cox and OX, will be automatically be refunded over the next few weeks. 

For more information on what happens next, please visit EGX 2020 FAQs

PS Plus Titles for July 2020 Announced

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PlayStation is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the launch of PlayStation Plus on PS3, ushering in paid multiplayer services and monthly downloadable games for subscribers, and so we come to the the July line up of PS Plus titles:

Rise of the Tomb Raider: 20 Year Anniversary Edition

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Bonus Game: Erica (Erica Companion App and internet connection required)

This feature-length cinematic experience merges high-fidelity Hollywood production values with engaging, tactile gameplay. Become Erica, a brave young lady plagued with nightmares of your father’s murder. With the traumatic events that have haunted you as a child dragged back into the light of the present-day vis grisly new clues, it’s up to you to unearth the shocking truth behind this devastating tragedy. Every choice you make influences how the game develops, with multiple endings awaiting you at the finale of the emotional branching narrative.

To finish off the 10th Anniversary of PS Plus, a free theme will be released later this month for PS4 and a free weekend on PS Plus will run over the July 4th Weekend.

An Active subscription to PS Plus is required to qualify for PS Plus free Titles.

Xbox Games with Gold for July 2020 Announced

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Games with Gold for July 2020 have been announced and…..well, it is yet another month completely over shadowed by ‘Xbox Game Pass’. The now common practice of including a racing game has left many rather unimpressed with this line up.

On Xbox One, command your rally car to victory in extreme conditions in WRC 8 FIA World Rally Championship and rule the court with high-flying dunks and confidence-smashing rejections in Dunk Lords. On the Xbox 360, and Xbox One via Backward Compatibility, take back Stilwater in the classic Saints Row 2 and save the land from an ancient evil in the platformer, Juju.

To qualify for ‘Games With Gold’ you must have an ACTIVE Xbox LIVE GOLD subscription.

Borderlands 3 ‘Bounty of Blood’ DLC Out Now

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“Bounty of Blood, the latest Borderlands3 campaign DLC, is out now! Grab your six-shooter – or whatever fancy guns you Vault Hunters carry these days – and go put those damned Devil Riders in the ground!

Vault Hunters, mount up! The Sheriff of Vestige on the frontier planet of Gehenna has issued a bounty on the Devil Riders gang, and it’s time to collect. The violent, beast-riding mercenaries have been harassing the townsfolk, and their unwanted attention is taking such a toll that the locals have started turning to outsiders for help. These folks are tough as hell—they wouldn’t have survived this long on a brutal, unforgiving planet that was previously a weapons testing ground otherwise—and they’ll do what they can to help. But it falls on you to take the fight to the Devil Riders and put them in the ground so the town can be rebuilt and folks can get back on their feet.

Bounty of Blood is the third of four campaign add-ons that are included with the Borderlands 3 Super Deluxe Edition and Season Pass. It’s also available to purchase separately, though you’ll need to own a copy of Borderlands 3 to play it.

Borderlands 3 is out now for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC.

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