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Award winning Swiss animation studio and ex-LucasArts designer Bill Tiller jointly develop Perils of Man adventures

Debut trailer revealed for the time-travelling adventure to commence on iPads in Q4 2013

Zurich, Switzerland – August 15, 2013 – Former boutiq animation team plunges into the games industry with IF Games -– a new game studio with a passion for storytelling and cinematic appeal—and joins hands with ex-LucasArts game designer Bill Tiller to develop their debut title Perils of Man; a serialized adventure game to be released on iPad in October this year. The announcement trailer for Perils of Man: Episode 1 was first unveiled today.

Perils of Man is an adventure game for inquisitive teens, to be released in two parts; each with an ambitious two to three hours of gameplay. “We needed to create an original story that would set the mood throughout the game,” producer Nathan Ornick clarifies. By bringing veteran game designer Bill Tiller together with Hollywood screenwriter Stephen Beckner, and Perils’ creative director Michael Huber, the team developed a sweeping, multi-generational saga. The result is a captivating story centered around a teenage girl who is thrown into a hidden world of time-travel, global catastrophe and personal triumph when she uncovers a lost technology with the potential to eliminate all the uncertainties of life.

The first trailer for Perils of Man: Episode 1, which can be found on the Perils of Man Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/theperilsofman) gives a taste of the fascinating adventure IF Games has cooked up for you.

Perils of Man is the first release from the brand new game studio IF Games. “For our debut game, we decided on the adventure genre,” explains boutiq and IF Games co-founder Huber, “– games that remind us of the ones we played when growing up ourselves.” IF Games co-founder Nathan Ornick would go on to contract ex-LucasArts game designer Bill Tiller, who has collaborated on a range of hit adventure games such as The Dig, The Curse of Monkey Island and Indiana Jones and the Infernal Machine. “From the start, we decided to work with Bill Tiller, who eventually became the mentor of this insanely ambitious project and our dedicated team of key contributors that includes Gene Mocsy (additional Game Design) and Dave Neale (Art Director),” Ornick explains.

Perils of Man is the result of a unique team of collaborators combining boutiq’s technical expertise with a ferocious dedication to detail. “We look forward to future projects and apply all the things we’ve learned on this journey to our newly founded game company IF Games,” states Philipp Zünd, CEO of boutiq animation studio and IF Games co-founder.

Perils of Man: Episode 1 is available starting October, 2013 on iPad (iOS 6 and up) and is distributed on iTunes, with the second episode to follow later in 2013.

 
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WAR THUNDER IS NOW AVAILABLE VIA STEAM!

The War Thunder Brand Continues Its Growth On Platforms That Include PC, Oculus Rift, PlayStation 4 and Now Steam.

Gaijin Entertainment, developer and publisher of multi-platform video games and winner of numerous industry awards, announced that their military MMO War Thunder is now available on Steam.

“Earlier this year, the amazing community on Steam was gracious enough to support War Thunder and help get us approved. Even though War Thunder currently has more than 3 million players in Open Beta, the best way to achieve success in the PC gaming industry is to have the support of the Steam community and we are glad to be a part of it. We look forward to growing the War Thunder brand and Steam is the next important step in this process,” said Anton Yudintsev, CEO, Gaijin Entertainment.

In addition to War Thunder being available on Steam for free, Gaijin Entertainment released a very special content pack exclusively for Steam called the War Thunder Steam Pack.

The War Thunder Steam pack includes:

  • For Steam only: P-36A “Hawk” fighter of lieutenant      Philip M Rasmussen, one of the few American pilots who managed to take off      to protect Pearl Harbor from furious attacks of Japanese planes.
  • Two premium airplanes: XP-38G and A6M5 Ko “Zero”.
  • Two single player campaigns: USA Pacific Campaign and      Japanese Pacific Campaign that will let players experience the battles at      the Pacific during 1941-1943.
  • Premium account for a 30 days and 1700 Golden Eagles      (in-game premium currency)

War Thunder is currently in open beta, giving gamers a unique opportunity to take part in the project. In addition, War Thunder is under development for the PlayStation®4. Anyone who wants to try out War Thunder ‘s exciting and realistic WWII combat for themselves needs only to register and start playing via PC. More information is available at: http://warthunder.com

 
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Battle Tankz rumbles onto the App Store

Haarlem, The Netherlands –  15 August 2013 – Independent game publisher Iceberg Interactive today  announced the upcoming release of its new game Battle Tankz for iPhone and iPod Touch. Battle Tankz is a turn-based combat strategy game featuring a new ‘Swipe ‘n Shoot’ control system in which players control precisely the direction of their shots by drawing a path for their shells on the screen. The power of the shot is also controlled by the force with which the player draws their attack.

In Battle Tankz, players take control of a group of tanks and in each round must defeat their enemies by executing a limited amount of offensive or defensive moves against the clock. Gamers can select from a range of strategic options include healing, chemical weapons, laying down mines, moving to cover or raining down hell on their enemy through a deadly arsenal of weapons.  Players will be able to lob shells, lay mines, call in A-10 Warthog strafing runs, B2 Stealth Bomber attacks and as a FINAL option…a tactical nuclear strike. The game’s novel control method is further extended to controlling the path of bombing and strafing runs by tilting the device.

Battle Tankz features a Campaign Mode that takes players across the global theaterof war from rock-strewn deserts to forests and arctic tundra. In addition to the Campaign Mode, gamers can play in online turn-based Multiplayer Mode via Game Center and also test their skills and see how long they can last inside the mayhem of Survival Mode.

Features:

  • Unique      and innovative Swipe ‘n Shoot control system
  • Addictive      turn-based strategy gameplay
  • A      mighty arsenal of upgradeable tanks and weapons
  • Battle      your way across forests, desert and arctic conditions
  • Campaign,      Multiplayer and Survival Modes for endless fun
  • Share      your achievements through Facebook

Battle Tankz will soon be free to download from the App Store with optional in-app purchases.

 
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LACE UP FOR THE GAME CRITICS BEST SPORTS GAME OF E3! NHL 14 DEMO LAUNCHES ON XBOX 360 AND PS3 AUGUST 22

August 15, 2013 – EA SPORTS™ announced that the official game demo for EA SPORTS NHL®14, winner of this year’s prestigious Game Critics Award for Best Sports Game at the Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3), will be available for download in North America on Xbox LIVE® and PlayStation® Network* on August 20, 2013. Powered by the best EA SPORTS technology on this generation of consoles, NHL 14 delivers hockey at its finest with big hits, real fights, unbelievable speed and skill. The NHL 14 demo will be available for download in Australia on August 21 on Xbox LIVE and August 22 on PlayStation Network.

The NHL 14 demo will give players access to the NHL 94 Anniversary Mode which takes fun to a whole new level with bigger hits and off the charts speed. Recognized as one of the most popular games of its era and the title that put the NHL videogame franchise on the map, NHL 94 Anniversary Mode gives another generation of players a new way to play old school hockey. With the NHL 14 demo, players will also get access to a Hockey Ultimate Team (HUT) Tournament and the Play Now mode.

The NHL14 demo will feature:

Play Now – Powered by a generation of EA SPORTS innovation, NHL 14 is hockey at its best. In the NHL 14 demo, players jump into the third period of a game and play as either the Boston Bruins or the Chicago Blackhawks to experience the speed, skill and aggression of the two teams from the 2013 Stanley Cup® Finals.
NHL 94 Anniversary Mode – EA SPORTS celebrates the most iconic entry in the NHL franchise with the inclusion of NHL 94 Anniversary Mode. In the NHL 14 demo, players will have a chance to experience a heated third period between the Boston Bruins and the Chicago Blackhawks in the NHL 94 Anniversary Mode. Featuring big goals and even bigger hits, the mode offers nods to its hockey video gaming roots through classic button controls, a retro presentation style including blue ice, classic star-shaped player indicators, organ music and much more.
Hockey Ultimate Team Tournament – Build, manage and compete in Hockey Ultimate Team (HUT) to create a fantasy team without boundaries. HUT in NHL 14 introduces all new features including online seasons and an auction assistant. In the NHL 14 demo, take part in a mini tournament against the Halifax Mooseheads, Grand Rapids Griffins, Boston Bruins and Chicago Blackhawks. When players complete their first HUT game in the demo, they will receive one free pack (equivalent value to Silver Pack). When players win the tournament, they will receive an additional free pack (equivalent value to Silver Pack). All free packs are for use in the retail version of NHL 14 only.
 
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Official Call of Duty: Ghosts Multiplayer Reveal Trailer/ Ghosts Collector’s Edition Trailer

 
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DRAGON’S CROWN TO HIT AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND ON OCTOBER 10!

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – August 15, 2013 – NIS America is proud to announce that  Dragon’s Crown™ will release throughout Europe on October 11 on both the PlayStation®3 and PlayStation®Vita consoles  Developed by Vanillaware and directed by George Kamitani, Dragon’s Crown is a 2D multiplayer action beat ‘em up from the developers of Odin Sphere and GRiMgRiMoiRe. Dragon’s Crown features breathtaking visuals that bring the fantastic characters and monsters to life with fluid artistry. Players can engage in local or online co-op play for dozens of hours of intense dragon-slaying action.

For more information, visit http://www.atlus.com/dragonscrown

Key Features:
Unparalleled HD visual design: From the maker of Odin Sphere, Vanillaware painstakingly hand-paints every detail—creating a lush, vibrant storybook aesthetic where everything is animated in gorgeous full 1080p HD.
Play as 6 unique character classes: Choose from 6 fantastical characters—each possessing different abilities and strengths that will aid you as you traverse through the darkest of dungeons.
Up to 4 person multiplayer action: Play cooperatively to overcome your foes with up to 3 of your friends locally or via PlayStation®Network on the PS3 or PS Vita.  Each time players adventure together, they can expect a different experience and hours of satisfying adventuring. Cross-platform play is not supported, but players can engage in local and online multiplayer.
Loot galore: Dungeons aren’t just about the fighting! Unseen treasures are hidden inside locked chests, and they can be appraised to determine their strength. See if you can find rare treasures!
Customize your journey: Earn Skill Points by completing quests or leveling up, and use them to enhance your character’s abilities with common and class-specific skills!
Dungeon variety: Monsters won’t be the only obstacles on your journey. Dungeons also contain traps and hidden rooms! Explore the dungeons and conquer them all!

 
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Flashback Story Trailer

 
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Serial Killer Adventure “Cognition: An Erica Reed Thriller” Arrives on iOS App Store and Mac App Store

iPAD VERSIONS

Episode 1: The Hangman and Episode 2: The Wise Monkey are now available.

Trailer (YouTube): http://youtu.be/GWb9dm9CHhg

iPad Pricing: Episode 2: The Wise Monkey sells for $3.99USD (or equivalent in local currency). Episode 1: The Hangman is on sale for $0.99USD for the next week.

MAC APP STORE

Episode 1: The Hangman, Episode 2: The Wise Monkey, and Episode 3: The Oracle are now available.

Mac App Store Pricing: All three episodes are on sale for $7.99 for the next week (regular price is $9.99)

 
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Fast and Furious 6 – October 3, 2013

The mega-blockbuster and hit franchise, Fast and Furious 6 is the biggest fast movie to date and takes the franchise to the extreme. Join the full ensemble of original cast as they create explosive action, accelerating through the streets of Europe in a larger-than-life battle, fighting for honour, family and courage. Overloaded with bonus content, action and mind-blowing stunts, Fast and Furious 6 is available to own on DVD, Blu-ray™ and UltraViolet™ from October 3, 2013.

When a Russian Military Convoy is taken down in Moscow by the lethal Special Ops mercenary, Federal Agent Hobbs (Dwayne Johnson), partners with the only man who can help him track down his target, Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel). Years after toppling Rio’s crime kingpin, Toretto is now living a quiet life with his current girlfriend Elena (Elsa Pataky) and unwilling to help Agent Hobbs without an incentive. Convinced by the idea of freedom and the shocking discovery that his deceased, former girlfriend Letty (Michelle Rodriguez) is alive and working for Shaw (Luke Evans), Toretto agrees to help Agent Hobbs and uncover the truth.

An epic film, of one of the biggest-selling franchises, Fast and Furious 6 demands attention with its sheer scale and incredible stunts.

Fans of the Fast and Furious franchise can catch all the action and relive their favourite moments from previous years by purchasing the Fast and Furious 1-6 box set.

 
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SANDISK EXTENDS INNOVATIVE SSD LINE-UP FOR CONSUMERS

Sydney, Australia, 15 August, 2013 – SanDisk Corporation (NASDAQ: SNDK), a global leader in flash memory storage solutions, has announced that it has further expanded its trusted and broad solid state drive (SSD) portfolio with the addition of the high-performance SanDisk Extreme® II SSD for technology enthusiasts and gamers.

The SanDisk Extreme II SSD is built with the company’s advanced 19 nanometer (nm) manufacturing process technology and rely on SanDisk’s intelligent flash memory architecture. This combination enables SanDisk to create SSDs that are exceptionally responsive, reliable and energy-efficient1. –

“Today, we again raised the bar by bringing our latest technology innovations that address the most demanding computing needs,” said George Saad, Country Manager ANZ, SanDisk Corporation. “The SanDisk Extreme II SSD, our fastest and most responsive SATA III SSD to date, is a great option for gamers, PC enthusiasts or any consumers who want to get the most from their computing experience. The new SSD product reaffirms the standard set by SanDisk for performance, reliability and flexibility.”

SanDisk Extreme II SSD for Responsive and Reliable Performance

The blazing fast SanDisk Extreme II SSD significantly improves data-transfer, application launching, and boot-up and shut-down times for notebook computers and desktops1. Leveraging SanDisk’s advanced 19nm flash memory and proprietary high-performance tiered system architecture (which includes the company’s exclusive nCache™ acceleration technology2), the SanDisk Extreme II SSD brings a fast and enjoyable user experience to data-intensive multimedia applications, such as digital music and photography experiences. For gamers, the SanDisk Extreme II SSD enables quick game loading and enhances gameplay.

  • Exceptional Speed: The SanDisk      Extreme II is faster than the original SanDisk Extreme SSD, delivering up      to 550MB/sec sequential read and 510MB/sec sequential write speeds, and up      to 95,000 random read IOPS and 78,000 random write IOPS.3
  • Trusted Reliability: As SanDisk’s      fourth-generation retail SSD, the SanDisk Extreme II SSD delivers the      robust reliability that SanDisk customers have come to trust. The SanDisk      Extreme II SSD is qualified to deliver 80 terabytes written (TBW)4 over its      lifetime. It comes with a five-year limited warranty with purchase.
  • Pricing and Availability: The new SSD is available now worldwide in      120GB, 240GB and 480GB5capacities at $199.00, $349.00 and $599.00      MSRP6 respectively.
 
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