Launch of Escape from Tarkov Closed Beta Testing

A new stage in development of the hardcore online FPS Escape from Tarkov - the start of closed beta testing.

CBT access will be provided to all owners of early access packages. The admission of players will be conducted in waves, but as soon as reasonably possible. Within a week, every package owner shall receive an invitation email. Players who have purchased early access packages earlier than others will be allowed into testing first. New users will have the opportunity to join the rest of the beta testers immediately after the end of the last wave of early access players.

Women in Games announce new Mobile Games Awards this September

Women in Games, the not for profit, games industry diversity organisation, is pleased to announce the first edition of the Women in Games Mobile Awards which will showcase some of the best, published mobile games created by teams with women developers in Europe.

This new competition is endorsed by the IMGA (International Mobile Gaming Awards), the longest standing mobile games award program.

Summer 2017 Update for Sid Meier’s Civilization VI released on PC soon on Mac Linux

The update for Civilization VI, available now for PC players and coming soon for Mac and Linux, includes a number of balance changes, AI adjustments, multiplayer changes, and bug fixes.

The Nubia Civilization and Scenario Pack is also available starting today. This premium DLC adds Nubia, led by Kandake Amanitore alongside a new scenario, ‘The Gift of the Nile’, to Sid Meier’s Civilization VI, and is available at no extra cost for owners of Sid Meier’s Civilization VI Digital Deluxe edition.

Pokémon Company International and Fathom Events Bring Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! to Theaters for a Two-Day Cinema Event

New Animated Movie Featuring Ash and Pikachu’s Origin Story Coming to Cinemas Worldwide as a Limited Theatrical Release on November 5 and 6, 2017.

The new animated film Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!, based on the globally popular Pokémon brand, is coming to movie theaters around the world for two days this November. The Pokémon Company International announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Fathom Events, the recognized leader in event cinema distribution, for international theatrical rights to the highly anticipated movie outside of Asia.

Cars 3 - Driven to Win Nintendo Switch trailer

Action packed gameplay of Cars 3: Driven to Win, the upcoming competitive racing game inspired by Disney•Pixar’s Cars 3. The deep dive gameplay video shows off beloved characters such as Lightning McQueen and Cruz Ramirez, and new rival racer Jackson Storm battling to become the Ultimate Champions.

Not a Drop of Blood will be Wasted as Eliza Joins the Battle in TEKKEN 7 - pc, ps4, playstation 4, xbox one, xo, PC PS4 XOne

The battles in TEKKEN 7 are sure to draw blood as Eliza brings her fangs and fighting skills to bear in TEKKEN 7’s latest DLC update. Her unique character background and design will surely deliver a new dimension of play for those seeking a vampiric fighting experience.

Also available for download are a myriad of Taiko No Tatsujin themed items ranging from outfits to health gauge skins that players can use to add some zaniness to their TEKKEN 7 battles.

Festival Is La Tale’s Largest Ever In-Game Event - PC

The La Tale Team is excited to announce the upcoming Relaunch Festival starting August 9th, which promises to be the largest in-game event in the game’s 10-year history! The festival will introduce the colossal Relaunch Festival Tower, which features 10 distinct floors housing a total of 11 activities, including Festival DotNuri, Marathon, Njord Survival, plus a La Tale Museum.

All activities in the festival will grant their own unique exciting prizes, including rare consumables, gear items and more! The full event details and prize lists will be available on the La Tale website very soon – this is an event you don’t want to miss!

Samurai Riot - 2D solo or co-op Arcade Beat'em Up for PC

Fans of this genre can look forward to a visual treat, where a backdrop story compels the player to really think about their decisions in game and the ramifications of their choices.

Having been hired to bring peace and tranquility to the warring land, each choice you make as a Samurai, Tsurumaru/ Sukane, will have an influence on your destiny and, with an arsenal of deadly attacks at your disposal, the fight to make it through each battle will require guile, skill and forethought!

War Thunder Naval Forces - new destroyer and more

The first Naval Battles in War Thunder featuring destroyers were received with overwhelmingly positive feedback by the players.

Now, Naval Battles feature three different types of vehicles - aircraft, torpedo boats and destroyers - allowing players to perfectly adapt their choice of vehicle to the current situation on the battlefield.

Final Fantasy XV - Regalia joins Forza Horizon 3 Free download - PC XOne

Beginning on 1st August 2017, Forza Horizon 3 and FINAL FANTASY XV players will be able to download and enjoy the Regalia in Forza Horizon 3 for free.

Dragon Quest XI Echoes of Elusive Age release in 2018 - Trailer

Fans of the DRAGON QUEST series, and those looking for a new and exciting RPG adventure are certain to rejoice with the announcement  that DRAGON QUEST XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age will be coming next year.

The highly anticipated latest entry to the beloved DRAGON QUEST series follows the adventure of a hero who must solve the mystery of his fate with the aid of a charming cast of supporting characters. DRAGON QUEST XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age will offer a world of adventure, exploration and instances of heroism— all brought to life by character art of famed manga artist Akira Toriyama and the memorable music of composer Koichi Sugiyama.

Forza Motorsport 7 cars Porsche GT2 RS, Porsche 918 Spyder and Corvette

Porsche 918 Spyder - Forza Motorsport 7

Monster Hunter: World Weapons videos

What if the Sheep were to rule the world? Sheep Frenzy 2: Arcade Rescuer - iOS Android

Sheep Frenzy 2: Arcade Rescuer is coming! New game from creators of Splashy Dots, Mascot Dunks and Drifty Chase is almost here!

Have you ever wondered if there’s an alternate universe where animals rule the world? What if… there’s a universe where SHEEP rule of the world? How would they look like? Are there sheep magicians? Would there be any clown sheep or ninjas? Wonder no more! We have the answers for all those silly questions!

PlayStation Plus Free August games - Just Cause 3, Assassin’s Creed: Freedom Cry, Super Motherload and more

Six titles will be available for PS Plus users in August - PS Plus members in Europe and North America will receive the bonus title That’s You for PlayStation 4.

PS4 titles for August are the Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag standalone experience Freedom Cry, and Just Cause 3. Super Motherload and Snakeball can be downloaded for PS3.

SEGA Forever all games listed for iOS and Android Free to download and play

The SEGA Forever game service offers re-released games available for free on iOS and Android platforms.

Players can enjoy the games free (with advertising) however SEGA has included an option to purchase a non-advertisement version of each game for $1.99. An extensive backlog of game titles from platforms including SEGA Genesis, Game Gear, Master System, SG-1000, SEGA Saturn, and SEGA Dreamcast.

Car Mechanic Simulator 2018 released and all new features list - PC

Features of Car Mechanic Simulator 2018:

- photorealistic graphics
- 40+ cars to get your hands dirty with
- 10+ tools to help you check out cars
- 1000+ parts waiting for you
- start from a small workshop and upgrade it to a full sized 3-lifter gem
- mix of randomly generated jobs to fulfill
- endless gameplay
- multilevel car parking in which you can store you cars
- Advanced Upgrades System (level up and spend your points to upgrades)
- Path Test to test car suspension
- Test Track to test car condition (or just fool around)
- Race Track to test car performance
- Car Auctions where you can compete with other bidders and try to outbid them
- Car Paint Shop with different paint types and car liveries (or you can just paint one part to save money)
- Barn Finds, where you search for abandoned cars in barns - make sure to look there for parts
- Junkyard (scavenge for parts and rusty cars)
- Car Editor for modders (add your cars to the game!)

Amazing graphics in F1 2017 game release trailer - PC PS4 XOne

Dark Souls - The Vinyl Trilogy Relive the best moments experience the tr...

Brand-new Pokémon Camp update and Pokémon Shuffle Mobile two-year anniversary goodies

The app from The Pokémon Company International Pokémon Camp has received a brand-new update. In Pokémon Camp, players explore an immersive island filled with fun Pokémon-themed activities that will help them learn what it takes to become a Pokémon Trainer.

The new update adds more than 60 new Pokémon to collect, including Pokémon from the tropical Alola region, a new Poké Ball Roll activity and a day-and-night mode with Pokémon in the game now appearing at different times of the day. Pokémon Camp is available to download now at no cost on the iPhone, iPad and Android app stores!

Fantasy Strike free weekend details - download link to play - PC Mac

Fantasy Strike, the accessible fighting game from Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix lead developer David Sirlin, is available to players worldwide during its Free Weekend demo period, July 28-30, 2017.

Sirlin Games' Fantasy Strike delivers a TKO to the genres technical barriers, casting aside puzzling move lists in favor of straightforward inputs that anyone can grasp, while still affording players the depth and experience celebrated among its fighting games contemporaries. During the Free Weekend, players will have full access to eight beautifully-crafted 2D cel-shaded playable characters, four stages, a never-before-seen online quick match system, and a local versus mode among others.

Constructor game launch trailer - PS4 XOne Switch

Constructor empowers entrepreneurs to establish a successful city through any means necessary. Corruption, murder and sabotage are as viable in the race to build the next booming metropolis as efficient city planning. Devious builders should watch their backs, though; the same unruly band of Undesirables they’re able to hire to intimidate competition can also be used against them.

2018 Pokémon Championship Series dates announced

The 2018 Pokémon Championship Series season dates and events have been announced, as well as the dates for this year’s Pokémon European International Championships, which will take place at ExCeL London on 17–19 November 2017.

The Pokémon Championship Series is the official competitive program for Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon video game players. The best of the best compete throughout the season to win fantastic prizes and for the chance to be crowned the Pokémon World Champion.

Citadel Forged with Fire enter a world of Wizards on PC - PS4 XOne

Citadel: Forged With Fire is a massive online sandbox RPG that features elements of magic, spellcasting, building, exploring and crafting.

As a newly minted apprentice to the magic arts, you will set off into the dangerous world of Ignus. Tame mighty beasts, forge alliances, explore uncharted territories or fight for dominance!

Nintendo Switch sells 4.7 consoles in 4 months pushing Nintendo into profit again...

The Nintendo Switch, is off to a great start confirmed by new data released by Nintendo Japan.

4.7 million Switch consoles have been sold in 4 months. This makes it one of Nintendo's best selling consoles.

4.7 million Switch sales is still beaten by 5.84 million Wii sales sold during the Wii's first 4 months or 5.27 million DSs sold. However Switch sales are higher than Nintendo's last console the Wii U with just 3.45 million sales in the first 4 months.

The SIMS 4 heads to consoles in September - PS4 XO

From creating unique Sims and building amazing homes to developing Sim’s relationships and pursuing careers, The Sims 4 delivers the same emotional connection our PC players cherish to a new wave of console players. Fans will enjoy being empowered to create and control people in a vibrant virtual world as they experience life’s unpredictable, entertaining moments along the way.

As with The Sims 4 on PC, console players can experience and test life’s limits in a world where there are no rules. Fans will have the power to create unique Sims, customizing everything from their hair colour and style to their fashion choices and life aspirations. With the room-based Build Mode, players can design and pick décor, effortlessly building their dream home. In the mood to explore? Sims can check out the various neighbourhoods and dynamic venues the world offers.

F1 2017 Special Edition pack shots released - PC PS4 XOne

Final Fantasy XV - Multiplayer expansion: Comrades closed online test

Season Pass Holders with Xbox Live Gold Membership or a PlayStation Plus Subscription to Gain Access Starting Next Thursday.

Available from Thursday 3rd to Tuesday 8th August 2017, the closed online test for FINAL FANTASY XV - MULTIPLAYER EXPANSION: COMRADES will be carried out simultaneously across all regions worldwide, allowing players to create their own custom avatars and join together with up to 3 others to participate in exciting multiplayer quests to bring the Light back to Lucis.

Team Racing League multiplayer 3on3 racing on PC 11th August 2017

Once the action begins, be assigned a team, join the fray and show your mettle.. be it 3 against 3, red v blue!

Connect with your teammates’ vehicle to improve their overall speed, and support them with extra boosts. The Co-Driver can also create roadblocks which sabotage your opponents perfect racing line. Torch the blocks of the opposition and their hovercrafts, but be aware: with every ploy or master tactic you undertake, this can always be countered by your rivals. Interacting with your fellow teammates is the key to crossing the finish line first.

LEGO Ninjago the movie Heroes Lloyd, Nya, Jay, Kai, Cole, Zane and Master Wu

The latest trailer for The LEGO NINJAGO Movie Video Game, based on the upcoming big-screen adventure.

The new trailer features Ninjago heroes Lloyd, Nya, Jay, Kai, Cole, Zane and Master Wu perfecting epic combat moves, such as the “Stinging Bee,” “Swooping Hawk” and “Skyward Dragon,” and upgrading their weapons to defend Ninjago City from Lord Garmadon and his Shark Army.

Neverwinter: Tomb of Annihilation released - PC

Neverwinter: Tomb of Annihilation is now available on PC, and will be released later on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. After having thwarted the plans of the Star Hegemony in the very heart of Neverwinter, the adventurers will have to resume the road to the confines of Faerun where a mysterious mortal curse prevents the dead from being resurrected.

It is with an expedition to the distant jungles of Chult that the last extension of the free-to-play MMORPG of Dungeons and Dragons begins, including a new zone of adventure in the jungle, heroic encounters with voodoo wizards and the dead A new campaign.

The dense jungles that cover the Chult Peninsula may well be the source of the deadly curse that threatens the Forgotten Realms, and it is for this reason that Neverwinter adventurers will have to head for Port Nyanzaru, Where they launch their expedition. In a brand new campaign, players will have to discover the origin of the curse while guarding it, and resisting the assaults of yuan-tis, ghosts and dinosaurs. Along the way, they will team again with Minsc, Bouh and Celeste; Will meet the famous Voledamp Geddarm, and find an unexpected ally. The release of Tomb of Annihilation will mark the arrival of the following new releases:

• Chult Jungle Adventure Zone : Explore the Soshenstar Basin, find clues and track down the source of the mysterious deadly curse. Expect unforgettable encounters with the cruel yuan-ti and the dinosaurs rug in the jungle.
• City of Port Nyanzaru : The port is not only a safe enclave where Chult beasts do not risk attacking, but will also serve as a base for exploration away from your home. Many merchants, services and quest givers will be available in this new city.
• Dungeon of the Tomb of the Nine Gods : a high-level experience available to veteran adventurers seeking chills and booty. This dungeon contains powerful bosses, but also ancient puzzles to offer a challenge to no other.
• Monster hunting with Volo : the famous explorer and expert in monsters accompanies you to Chult, leading you on the trail of the rarest creatures in the region. It will also be doubled in French by the same actor as on Neverwinter Nights 2.
• New campaign : once the source of the curse is identified, you will be able to access a campaign that will take you up the Soshenstar to the heart of Chult.
• Miscellaneous Improvements : A new bag slot, private PvP queues, dinosaurs to ride, unique heroic encounters and repeatable adventures will come into play.

Neverwinter is a free-to-play MMORPG with dynamic combat and epic dungeons. Players can explore the vast city of Neverwinter and its surroundings, discovering in the course of their adventures the living history of this mythical city of the Forgotten Realms and protecting it from its many enemies. Neverwinter is currently available on PC and Xbox One digital distribution free of charge for Gold * subscribers and PlayStation 4 (PlayStation Plus not required).

* On Xbox, Xbox Live Gold subscription (sold separately) is required.

Survival Game Displaced released - Help a Group of Survivors Escape a War-Torn Country Scavenging for Supplies, Completing Quests and Participating in Card-Style Battles

Single-player survival game, Displaced, is available now on Steam for $5.99/€5.99/£4.79. The 20% launch discount is available for the first week.

In Displaced players guide a party of civilians out of a war-stricken country by managing the group’s physical and psychological state, completing various quests and carrying out card-style battles with other survivors. The story progresses through dialogs and changes according to how a player answers questions, uncovering the heartbreaking reality of war refugees.

First in-game screenshots NBA 2K18

2K has released the first in-game screenshots for the upcoming NBA 2K18, featuring the NBA 2K17 cover athlete Paul George, NBA 2K18 Canadian cover athlete Demar Derozan and Celtics Superstar Isaiah Thomas.

Mafia III: Sign of the Times – the third DLC for Mafia III released

Sign of the Times introduces a mysterious new threat as Lincoln Clay is pitted against a violent group of cultists called The Ensanglante.

Players will deploy new investigative gameplay tactics, as well as new weapons and combat abilities, including throwing knives and slow-mo shooting, to rid New Bordeaux of the insidious threat.

Sound Blaster Connect App for Creative Muvo 2 Portable Bluetooth Speakers

Smart Phone and Tablet Users Will Now Be Able to Conveniently Access MicroSD Card Songs and Switch Audio Sources on Creative Muvo 2 and 2c.

Creative Technology Ltd today announced the availability of the Sound Blaster Connect app for the Creative Muvo 2 and 2c splashproof portable Bluetooth speakers that will allow users to control their speaker products easily from an iOS or Android smart device.

LEGO Worlds Classic Space DLC Pack Iconic Pack Adds Intergalactic Exploration and Adventure

The Classic Space Pack will include brand new quests, characters, builds, and vehicles from your favorite LEGO Space playsets.

Players can blast off and explore the farthest reaches of space and embark on new adventures together as they travel across Worlds in a new space-themed PUG-Z, land the one-man spaceship on the new Space Theme World, or build a customised Space Station with Rocket Launchers in the new Moon biome!

Prices and launch dates for Atari 2600/Sega Genesis

September 1 - The Atari Flashback Portable Game Player, the Sega Ultimate Portable Game Player, The Atari Flashback 8 Classic Game Console ($59.99) and the Classic Game Console ($59.99)

New products include:

- The all-new Atari Flashback 8 Gold ($79.99) features 120 built-in all-time favorites. Games include legends like Activision’s Pitfall! and Taito’s Space Invaders, as well as many other all-time Atari 2600 classics like Kaboom!, River Raid, Centipede, and Millipede. Two all new, high performance 2.4ghz wireless controllers, styled after the Atari 2600 originals, are included, as well as two legacy controller ports for optional wired joysticks or paddles. Other all new features for the Atari Flashback 8 Gold include 720p HDMI output, scan line filtering, and a save/pause/rewind feature for every game.

BlackHole gameplay - sci-fi comedy and gravity-twisting puzzles - PC

BLACKHOLE is an award-winning hardcore platformer with over 20 hours of story-driven sci-fi comedy and gravity-twisting puzzles.

When the crew of the spaceship Endera is sucked into a black hole, it seems like the end. Fortunately, the ship crashes on Entity – an unidentified object resembling a planet. After the crash, the first member to wake up is the guy who makes coffee for the crew - you!

Sanction for Cheating in Esports

The Esports Integrity Coalition (ESIC) has today closed its survey canvassing community opinion on the appropriate sanctions for those caught cheating in esports. The headline results are set out as an appendix to this statement below.

“Esports is primarily about the community around each game – the players, fans and teams that participate and watch - and it was entirely appropriate for us to consult those communities about how its cheats and frauds should be punished,” commented Ian Smith, Integrity Commissioner for the Esports Integrity Coalition. “Following the conclusion of the survey, I am very thankful to the community for their enthusiastic participation; particularly the CS:GO community, who responded in their thousands.”

Robert Simon Sudden Strike 4 artwork pick yours... PC PS4

The legendary World War II Real-Time-Strategy series Sudden Strike returns to Windows PC, and premiers for the first time on consoles with a PlayStation 4 release, in just a few weeks! Today, Kalypso Media is excited to show you the awesome bonuses that the physical “Day One Edition” of Sudden Strike 4 will feature at retail!

Acclaimed for his work on Emmy award winning TV show Game of Thrones as well as video games such as Killzone: Shadow Fall and Ryse: Son of Rome, the extremely talented artist, Robert Simon, has collaborated with Kalypso to define Sudden Strike 4’s distinctive art style.

LEGO Marvel Super Heroes 2 NEW Spotlights Kang the Conqueror

SEGA Announces Special Stages in Sonic Mania

SEGA announce that Special Stages will be a feature in the upcoming game, Sonic Mania.

The announcement was made during the fully packed Sonic Mania: Behind the Scenes panel at San Diego Comic-Con which featured new insight from Takashi Iizuka (head of Sonic Team), Christian Whitehead (developer for Sonic Mania), Simon Thomley (programmer for Sonic Mania), Tom Fry (artist for Sonic Mania), and Tee Lopes (composer for Sonic Mania).

InJustice 2 Starfire - PS4 XO

Blood Bowl 2: Legendary Edition new races unveiled in screenshots - PC & PS4 XOne

Entering the fray, the sly Goblins and their entire arsenal of Secret Weapons, the Halflings and their Treemen always keen on throwing their teammates over the top for a desperate touchdown, or the Amazons and their fearless and versatile style of play.

The Legendary Edition also brings the Vampire teams and their chilling, blood-lusting Lords, the powerful, massive and yet occasionally unreliable Ogres in addition to the athletic Elven Union and the creepy Underworld Denizens. To Nuffle’s delight, a brand new team has also formed after it was rumored that their Ice Queen became enamoured of a Blood Bowl player: the Kislev Circus, with their great acrobatics abilities and their ferocious Tame Bears!

Project Cars 2 - Silverstone F1 gameplay revealed - Lap times

Ghost Recon Wildlands Ghost War PvP mode's open beta - PC PS4 XO

Immortal Planet – a souls-like action RPG from the creator of Ronin will launch on PC on July 28th

On the icy surface of a forgotten planet stand ruined tombs where immortals sleep. While sleepless warriors roam the halls with their minds eroded by eternity, a lone Awakewalker emerges from cryosleep. With no memory of their past, it’s up to them to forge their future, discover the planet’s mysteries, and find a way out of this icy hell…

Get ready to fight, die, repeat as Immortal Planet takes no prisoners. The game will reward generously your patience and focus in combat but don’t expect it to show you any mercy for a reckless action taken, based on your reflexes. In fact it’ll kick your butt for it, in the same time making you want to get back for more.

The Inner World - The Last Wind Monk Soundtrack announcement - PC Mac Linux PS4 XO

Just in time for the highly anticipated release of The Inner World – The Last Wind Monk, German music label Black Screen Records, publishers Headup Games and Kalypso Media and developers Studio Fizbin have teamed up to release the soundtracks to The Inner World and The Inner World: The Last Wind Monk by composer Christian Barth digitally through all major streaming platforms, and also as a limited edition “best of” vinyl, which will be available this summer on 180g vinyl, in both classic black and limited edition violet / green colour variants.

The digital soundtrack is available now on Spotify, iTunes, Bandcamp and other major streaming services via this link:

The Inner World
The Inner World: The Last Wind Monk

The physical collector's edition will be released on 1st September 2017, and is already available to pre-order through the Black Screen Records store.

NBA 2K18 soundtrack - Listen to the Spotify playlist full track list

The complete NBA 2K18 soundtrack, featuring music spanning genres from Hip Hop to Classic Rock elevating the on-court action into the ultimate entertainment experience.

This year’s soundtrack pairs some of today’s hottest artists including Kendrick Lamar, Future, and X Ambassadors with classic arena jams from Def Leppard, OutKast and Onyx.

Middle Earth - Shadow of War - Shelob Reveal Trailer

Just Cause 3 Multiplayer Mod launches on Steam for PC

Working independently from Square Enix, Nanos are a small team of programmers who have dedicated their spare time to developing a brand new Nanos Multiplayer Framework. Just Cause 3 proved to be the perfect game to test this platform and after a successful trial period, the Nanos team are ready to release their JC3 Multiplayer Mod on Steam.

Still in its early form, the JC3 Multiplayer Mod provides players access to different servers, each with unique characteristics. Offering a dedicated space for fans to enjoy modes such as Team Death Match, Free Roam, Custom Races, and more!

Splatoon 2 New on Nintendo Switch

Greetings! We here at the Squid Research Lab have some fantastic news. According to the position of the sun and the level of the tides (and also the calendars on our desks), it looks like it’s time for the Splatoon 2 game to launch for the Nintendo Switch system. What an exciting day! Even more exciting, the new SplatNet 2 mobile service, which is a part of the Nintendo Switch Online app* for mobile devices, is also launching. SplatNet 2 lets you track things like stage schedules, gear and stats. This is great since many Squid Research Lab employees are taking their summer vacations soon and want to be able to check in on Splatoon 2 info at all times.

Recently, we aired a special Nintendo Direct presentation that was as fresh as it was informative. Tons of details about the modes, weapons and styles of Splatoon 2 were covered, so please watch it here to get a refresher before diving into the game. By watching the video, you’ll also be introduced to two new characters: Pearl and Marina.