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

Speed Brawl Reveals High-Octane Fisticuff Brawling in First Gameplay Trailer - PC PS4 XO Switch

SpeedBrawl, a not so classic beat ‘em up that cranks the speed up to 11. Developed by Double Stallion Games, Speed Brawl is a 2D combat-racer with management and platforming elements. It’s about moving fast and hitting hard, maintaining momentum, and judiciously managing stamina to unleash powerful special moves!

Features

• Razor sharp visuals and beautifully animated characters.
• Over 50 unique action-packed championships and challenges.
• Build a tag-team from 6 vibrant brawlers each with unique play style and distinct personalities.
• An imaginative and humorous story throughout will reveal high drama and even higher stakes for each brawler!
• Suit up! - Devise your brawler’s optimal loadout. Buy, win, and sell equipment to fashion the ultimate fighters.
• Invest in skill upgrades for heavier hits and flashier style.
• A fluid and deep combat system. Speed Brawl’s freeform combos let you chain together ground and air combos, special moves, assists, and tag attacks for ultimate devastation.
• Move on up to the big leagues! Conquer escalating hazards and devious bosses in the Threepenny, Sixpence, Florin, and Crown leagues. Each league is run by a unique and diabolical league owner with their own plans to halt your Speed Brawl career.
• Gotta go fast! - The faster you are, the harder your hit. Go for gold and blast through to the finish line.
• Brawl solo or brawl with a friend - Online and local co-operative play throughout!

Nerf Rival Overwatch Reaper Wight Edition Blaster at Comic-Con International: San Diego

Blizzard Entertainment arrived at Comic-Con International: San Diego with a surprise reveal for fans of Overwatch: a sneak preview of the Nerf Rival Overwatch Reaper Wight Editio blaster. Designed in the style of Reaper’s signature accessory in Overwatch, the blaster is not only true to the game, but also a fully functional Nerf toy.

The Wight Reaper Blaster is the first in the series developed in a collaboration between Blizzard Entertainment and the Nerf Rival brand to bring the iconic Overwatch accessories to life. Fans of the team-based action game will enjoy custom Nerf Rival rounds with the Overwatch logo that are specifically colored for each blaster. The blaster will hold eight Nerf Rival rounds, which it can propel at up to 90 feet per second. It will be equipped with a spring-action mechanism, a ready indicator, and a safety lock.

About Yakuza Kiwami 2 RPG - PS4

One year after the 10 billion yen incident, Kazuma Kiryu begins to build a peaceful life with Haruka Sawamura. Tearing him away, an assassination threatens to erupt in an all-out war between the Tojo Clan and the Omi Alliance. Kiryu, the Dragon of Dojima, must travel to Sotenbori, Osaka in an attempt to broker peace between the rival clans, but Ryuji Goda, known as the Dragon of Kansai, will stop at nothing to get his war. In this world, there can only be one dragon.

Pre-orders and first-run copies of Yakuza Kiwami 2 will come in an elaborate SteelBook featuring Kiryu and his fierce rival, the Dragon of Kansai, Ryuji Goda. Pre-order now at the official Yakuza Kiwami 2 website.

For an in-depth look at the world of Yakuza, or for a refresher on key personalities and story moments throughout the series, be sure to check out the Yakuza Experience Website. There, you can experience the story through a 10-part interactive digital comic series as well as comprehensive character maps and timelines. Visit the Yakuza Experience Website here: http://yakuza.sega.com/experience/

Escape from Tarkov More Details about 0.9 Patch

Escape from Tarkov 0.9 Patch adds first scav boss - the Dealmaker, flashbang and smoke grenades, armbands for ID, new weapons and equipment, Nvidia Highlights, and much more new stuff and fixes.

Dealmaker, first of the planned Scav bosses, who runs a small but capable gang of four. According to our idea, the behavior of all bosses, if compared against regular Scavs, will be more complex and thoughtful. In case of heavy casualties they can rally other Scavs to their assistance, and tend to use a more advanced combat equipment. For instance, the Dealmaker’s gang arsenal features a variety of ranged and close-combat weapons, grenades, and all of the gang members use medical supplies when necessary. The appearance of the boss, clad in leather jacket, is more aggressive and charismatic.

Life is Strange adventure game - all five episodes - Android release

Enhanced with Unreal Engine 4 and developed by Black Wing Foundation, this faithful adaptation of the original console game features full touch screen integration and in-game photo-mode, ideal for fans and newcomers alike!

Android players can experience the first episode of Max and Chloe’s adventure for free, and to further celebrate the launch of LIFE IS STRANGE on Android, episode 2 is available at the promotional price of $0.99 £0.99 €1.09. Episodes 3-5 of LIFE IS STRANGE on Android are available for $4.99  £4.99 €5.49 per episode.