Sony DADC signs new deal for video game add on distribution

Sony DADC grows its Consumer Sales business and signs strategic partnership with ABP Technology Ltd to distribute range of video game accessories

• Sony DADC extends its positioning as retail services provider of entertainment and consumer electronics, accessory brands and media
• ABP Technology Ltd a major UK based video game peripherals and consumer electronics company, signs strategic partnership with Sony DADC to provide sales, service and retail distribution across multiple European territories
• Brands include 4Gamers with their officially licensed PlayStation 4 range, as well as STEALTH branded products

C64 Mini - 1982 Commodore game system arrives on October 9 - Pre order

The NEW C64 Mini is coming to North American retail stores on October 9, 2018. THEC64 Mini, a 50% replica of the of the world’s bestselling home computer that launched in 1982, comes pre-loaded with 64 classic games and THEC64 Joystick.

Originally designed with fans of the original machine in mind, THEC64 Mini is also attractive to kids and families thanks to its simple plug and play action. Aspiring gamers of yesteryear can revisit the past and program their own games – just add a keyboard, and THEC64 Mini becomes a fully functional home computer complete with C64 BASIC.

War Thunder’s Operation S.U.M.M.E.R 2018 build your own T-34E and IS-7 tank

The start of Operation S.U.M.M.E.R 2018 for the vehicular combat MMO War Thunder. During the two-week event, which lasts until August 5, players can unlock two rare premium tanks simply by playing the game. This year, players can obtain both the up-armored medium T-34E and the super-heavy IS-7 tank, as well as plenty of other prizes like boosters, skins, decorations, decals and more. To get the rare tanks, players will have to show some real craftsmanship, given that they’ll have to construct them themselves.

By completing special tasks and through participation in battles, players will receive blueprints and resources useful for tank construction. Out of those resources, players craft the various components of the tank they want to build, such as the main cannon, chassis, turret and more. During crafting, knowledge of the vehicle in questions is key, from the multiple options available to combine parts to components, only one will lead to success. But players don’t have to worry: If the chosen option turns out to be wrong, all parts are returned to try again.

Hidden city of Paititi revealed in Shadow of the Tomb Raider - PC PS4 XO

New video for Shadow of the Tomb Raider. Featuring never-before-seen gameplay and developer insights, the footage highlights the vibrant and captivating city of Paititi.

Paititi is the largest hub ever created in a Tomb Raider game, delivering a thriving new social area filled with adventure and opportunity. Players can dive into a bustling economy to barter for new outfits and weapons, interact with and learn from inhabitants to complete side missions, hunt for and harvest valuable resources, and of course discover hidden crypts and challenges tombs. Paititi will keep players exploring and challenged for hours on end.

Crash Bandicoot top UK games chart + Nintendo switch titles feature

ChartTrack UK games week ending 21 July 2018

1 CRASH BANDICOOT N.SANE TRILOGY
2 LEGO THE INCREDIBLES
3 SEA OF THIEVES
4 MINECRAFT: XBOX EDITION
5 SONIC MANIA PLUS