Celebrated DICE Studio Delivers a New Era of Battlefield with World-Class Multiplayer Gameplay Featuring Levolution, Commander Mode and Epic 64-Player Battles for Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and PC
Sydney, Australia – June 11, 2013 – DICE, a studio of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA), today demonstrated the next generation of Battlefield 4™ at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) in Los Angeles, California. DICE showcased “Angry Sea,” a stunning single-player demo at the Microsoft media briefing, “Xbox: A New Generation of Games Revealed.” DICE also debuted “Siege of Shanghai,” a spectacular 64-person multiplayer match at “The Download: EA 2013 Preview” press conference. Both software demos were running at a silky smooth 60-frames per second, even while rendering massive maps, vehicles and infantry, environmental effects and dynamic destruction. Gamers can tune into a live stream of Battlefield 4 multiplayer direct from the EA E3 show floor at: http://www.battlefield.com/au.
Sydney, Australia – June 11, 2013 – DICE, an award-winning studio of Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) and developer of the blockbuster Battlefield™ franchise, today announced that fan-favorite Mirror’s Edge™ is in early stages of development. Mirror’s Edge was first introduced in 2008 and fans quickly elevated the game’s heroine “Faith” into a videogame icon. Gamers and critics worldwide praised its unique characters, highly stylized world and fresh take on first person action adventure. The new Mirror’s Edge reboots the franchise for the next generation with advanced visuals and an all-new origin story for Faith. Powered by DICE’s proprietary Frostbite™ technology, the game will be heading to Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation®4, and PC.
‘Breaking Bad’ Star Aaron Paul Enters the World of Underground Racing in a Quest for Revenge… and Redemption – Coming to Theaters March 14, 2014
Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) LOS ANGELES, Calif– June 11, 2013 – Today Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) and DreamWorks Studios debuted the first behind the scenes footage from next Spring’s theatrical release, the action racing film Need for Speed, based on the best-selling videogame franchise from EA. The film’s star, Aaron Paul (Breaking Bad), took center stage during “The Download: EA 2013 Preview” to unveil the footage, alongside the custom Ford Mustang he drives in the film. The car is part of an exclusive partnership between DreamWorks and Ford Motor Company for the movie. This one-of-a-kind vehicle will crossover from the big screen to the highly anticipated videogame, Need for Speed Rivals, which will be available in Australia, November 21, 2013.
Sydney, Australia – June 11, 2013 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced today that EA SPORTS™ FIFA 14 will feel alive with players who think, move and behave like world-class footballers, and dynamic stadiums that come to life, on Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and PlayStation®4. Fuelled by EA SPORTS™ IGNITE, which blends new technology with the best rendering, run-time physics, animation, intelligence, locomotion and online systems from across EA into one powerful, new engine, FIFA 14 will elevate its award-winning gameplay to new heights*.
Sydney 11th June – Square Enix is excited to release new in-game footage of LIGHTNING RETURNS™: FINAL FANTASY® XIII taken directly from the booth demo that will be at E3 2013.
The E3 DEMO GAMEPLAY video highlights a selection of gameplay footage from the newly revealed city of Yusnaan. Viewers will get a glimpse of some exotic new enemies and a closer look at the action-orientated battle-system.
Check out the E3 DEMO GAMEPLAY video below, and keep an eye out for upcoming announcements at this year’s E3.
Welcome to the unforgiving world of Dying Light, where a city devastated by a deadly outbreak has become a battleground. In the first-ever trailer for the recently-announced title from WBIE and Techland, players will get a glimpse of what it takes to stay alive. As day turns to night, survivors race to a cache of supplies, but the pulse-pounding free run is only half the battle. Staying alive through the night, when the infected become even more deadly, is the real challenge. So run, boy, run, as Dying Light wishes you Good Night, Good Luck.
The Next Generation of Fighting Begins Autumn of 2014 on Xbox One and PlayStation 4
Sydney, Australia – June 11, 2013 – Electronic Arts Inc. (NASDAQ: EA) announced today the gameplay features for EA SPORTSTM UFC®. Powered by EA SPORTS IGNITE technology, feel the fight as the action, emotion, and intensity inside the Octagon™ are brought to life in ways that were never before possible in a video game. The next generation of mixed martial arts fighting begins Autumn of 2014 when EA SPORTS UFC is released for the Xbox One and the PlayStation®4.
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment’s next downloadable content (DLC) character for DC Comics fighting game Injustice: Gods Among Us, infamous Mortal Kombat character Scorpion, will be available for everyone to purchase beginning 12th June. The newly designed version of Scorpion by Jim Lee, Co-Publisher at DC Entertainment, will be on Xbox LIVE® Marketplace for 400 MS Microsoft Points and on PlayStation®Network at a price of AUD$7.35.
To watch the latest trailer for the game in which Jim Lee & NetherRealm Studios Ed Boon discuss what a natural fit it was for Scorpion to be the next Injustice: Gods Among Us DLC, click here.
Universal Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is releasing LEGO® LEGENDS CHIMA™: VOLUME 1 on DVD from June 27th, 2013.
LEGO’s® newest play theme explores the power of nature itself with the help of five native species; Lion, Eagle, Raven, Wolf and Crocodile. In a magical world of untamed nature, beauty and wonder; CHIMA™ is a pristine and natural paradise ruled by animal tribes. A world where CHI, the power of nature itself is, carefully guarded by the Lions but equally shared amongst the tribes so all animals can live in peace.
Today at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Ubisoft announced the development of Tom Clancy’s The Division, a groundbreaking online, open-world Action RPG for Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft and PlayStation® 4 computer entertainment system. The Division will arrive in 2014.
Tom Clancy’s The Division is developed by Massive™ Entertainment, the Sweden-based Ubisoft studio renowned for the World in Conflict® series.
The Division takes place in New York three weeks after a lethal virus, released on Black Friday, has swept through the city. One by one, basic services have failed. Society has collapsed into chaos. The President invokes Presidential Directive 51, and The Division, a top-secret unit of self-supporting tactical agents, is activated. Leading seemingly ordinary lives, Division agents are trained to operate independently of command in this type of emergency situation. When the lights go out, their mission begins.
In a “Tom Clancy’s” universe dedicated to realism, players can explore the once-familiar streets and landmarks of the Big Apple, now decimated by looting and overrun by clans that will do anything to survive. From Central Park to the subway to the Statue of Liberty, nowhere is safe. Discover a persistent, online, open-world New York where exploration, combat, and RPG player-progression are essential.
“Our goal with Tom Clancy’s The Division is nothing short of completely changing the way people play online RPGs,” said Fredrik Rundqvist, executive producer, Ubisoft. “With the power of next-gen consoles behind it, The Division puts players in the middle of breathtaking, persistent multiplayer thriller in which they will explore, fight and work together as modern society collapses around them, all with the authenticity for which Tom Clancy’s games are renowned.”
The game is the latest title set in the Tom Clancy’s™ universe, which has sold more than 76 million games worldwide across its different franchises. Other forthcoming Tom Clancy’s-branded experiences from Ubisoft include Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell® Blacklist™ developed by Ubisoft Toronto, which delivers a gripping modern-day special-ops storyline with a new level of technical innovation and quality. For more information, visit www.thedivisiongame.com
UBISOFT® UNVEILS JUST DANCE® 2014 AT E3
Best Selling Dance Game Coming With New Features to Next-Gen Consoles; Will Be Available On All Motion-Control Platforms
Today at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Ubisoft® announced the development of Just Dance 2014, the latest installment in the world’s No. 1* dance game franchise and sequel to last year’s Just Dance 4. Just Dance 2014 will be released worldwide for all current- and next-generation platforms, including the Wii U™ system from Nintendo, Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, and Sony PlayStation® 4 computer entertainment system. The game will be available on all current platforms on October 1 in Australia, and available on upcoming next-gen platforms at each console’s launch.
With more than 40 million games sold in the franchise to date, Just Dance is a pop-culture phenomenon that is played by fans all over the world. Last year, Just Dance 4 was the fifth largest selling video game on all platforms worldwide as well as the No. 1 selling video game on Wii™ worldwide during the holiday period.
“Just Dance is back in a big way, especially with the expanded capabilities that next-gen hardware provides to our development team.” said Geoffroy Sardin, EMEA Chief Marketing & Sales Officer at Ubisoft “We’re building on what has successfully made Just Dance a staple in homes around the world—the best music, dance moves and party experience—but with Just Dance 2014 we’re creating a game that is far more feature-rich and technically advanced than ever before.”
Just Dance 2014 features more than 40 new tracks, ranging from chart-topping Billboard hits to classic dance party tracks. Whether it’s pop, Hip-Hop, rock, R&B or funk, there is something for everyone. A selection of Just Dance 2014 tracks include:
Feel This Moment—Pitbull ft. Christina Aguilera
Pound The Alarm—Nicki Minaj
Starships – Nicki Minaj
Kiss You—One Direction
She Wolf (Falling to Pieces)—David Guetta ft. Sia
Turn Up The Love—Far East Movement ft. Cover Drive
Troublemaker—Olly Murs ft. Flo Rida
Gentleman—PSY
Candy—Robbie Williams
I Will Survive—Gloria Gaynor
Available on all motion control platforms, World Dance Floor and On Stage Mode represent some of the most notable upgrades in the game. World Dance Floor is Just Dance’s first-ever online multiplayer mode. Players join a virtual crew – made up of real-life friends or other Just Dance fans – and compete based on different themes. Players can also track their standing on global leader boards, check out stats about other players around the world, and see community updates. On Stage Mode lets a player own the spotlight by dancing the “starring” role in a song, leading two back-up dancers and even singing along if they want.
The Puppet Master Mode on the Wii UTM system from Nintendo has been upgraded to the Party Master Mode to give the player controlling the Nintendo Wii UTM GamePad even more options to MC the party. The player can choose the next dance move, pick new songs, and even dish out silly challenges to up to four other players.
For the latest information on Just Dance 2014, please visit: www.justdancegame.com. Follow us on Twitter and use hashtag #JustDance2014.
*Source: GFK Chart-Track and NPD Sales 2012.
UBISOFT® STEERS GAMERS INTO NEXT-GEN WITH NEW OPEN WORLD DRIVING TITLE THE CREWTM
Today at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), Ubisoft revealed The Crew, a revolutionary online action-driving game developed exclusively for Xbox One®, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, the PlayStation® 4 computer entertainment system and for PC, to be released early 2014.
Development of The Crew is being led by Ivory Tower, a team of racing game veterans and an exclusive partner to Ubisoft, in collaboration with several Ubisoft studios including Reflections Ltd., a Ubisoft studio, best known for its work on the Driver® franchise.
The Crew propels gamers on a reckless ride through a massive open world version of the United States of America, brimming with exciting challenges and diverse terrain – from city to suburb, county to county, state to state, coast to summit. The Crew redefines the level of freedom players experience in a driving game by offering a playground of unprecedented scope in which any driving fantasy can be realised: street, dirt, cross-country, circuit and more.
To bring that vision to life, The Crew leverages the capabilities of new hardware to connect players online like never before. The Crew’s persistent online world is populated by other real players, meaning any other car is a potential rival or ally, and naturally fostering both competition and cooperation among players. This living world provides a tailored experience to a new generation of gamers, as each player is given the choice to play alone, or to team up on-the-go with friends to accomplish collective challenges.
Finally, players can continue to interact with The Crew game world on a second screen via the companion application that will be available soon for iOS® and Android™ devices. The Crew companion app will allow for peripheral, complementary experiences, providing a more intricate player experience overall.
“We want to give players a driving experience that goes way beyond the classic circuit-based racing games and really captures the boundless sense of freedom of driving across the U.S.,“ said, Julian Gerighty, creative director, Ubisoft. “Our teams are harnessing the power of next-generation platforms to make The Crew a challenging, immersive and non-stop world that can be shared by millions of players. This is a brand new driving game experience unlike anything that’s come before it.”
