GameMaker Studio 2 Open beta on Nintendo Switch

YoYo Games, maker of leading 2D game development engine, GameMaker Studio 2, announced that the open beta of the GameMaker Studio 2 Nintendo Switch licence edition has begun. Its full commercial launch is expected in September 2018. With the GameMaker Studio 2 Nintendo Switch licence edition, GameMaker Studio 2 games can be exported directly to Nintendo Switch.

With GameMaker Studio 2 Nintendo Switch licence edition, GameMaker is expanding its already significant reach to developers looking to release on the hugely successful console that can be played anytime, anywhere, with anyone. First launched by YoYo Games in March 2017, GameMaker Studio 2 has seen continual growth since its release. The launch of the open beta is the next step in the culmination of GameMaker Studio 2 Nintendo Switch licence edition, that will launch this September.

Team Gen. G GOLD From Korea Wins Third Person Perspective Tournament - Team OMG from China Claims Victory in First Person Perspective Tournament

South Korean team Gen.G GOLD the Third Person Perspective winner and Chinese team OMG the First Person Perspective winner, each taking home a piece of the $2 million USD total prize purse, in front of over 30,000 PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) fans in attendance at the Mercedes-Benz Arena in Berlin, Germany, from July 25 to 29. During PGI 2018, a peak of over 100 million concurrent viewers from around the world tuned in across multiple platforms including Twitch, YouTube, and more, on which the high stakes battle royale action was being streamed.

“We are humbled by the enthusiasm from fans around the world to experience the pinnacle of PUBG competition at PGI 2018.” said Changhan Kim, CEO, PUBG Corp. “With the foundation laid at this year’s world championship event in Berlin, we made major strides in proving the potential of PUBG esports on a global scale and aim to present an even more robust esports offering in 2019 as we roll out our continued vision.”

August Update for Lineage 2: Revolution’s new The Academy Clan

Clan Tutorial for Both New and Seasoned Players Offers Fresh Ways for Players to Succeed.

Update for mobile MMORPG, Lineage 2: Revolution (http://l2.netmarble.com/), introducing the Academy Clan – a tutorial for new and veteran players that guides players through the Clan system and helps them achieve victory.

Chaos Reigns in 2D Platform game vridniX Coming to Steam on August 16th

Welcome to the epic tale of a selfish brat — vridniX is a 'hero' who can't stop running! He bounces against walls, hangs from the ceiling with his massive tongue, he can do backflips in mid-air and above all... he has the unique ability to rotate levels by picking up special orbs! Unfortunately, by using his ability, vridniX will eventually destroy all the places he passes through. Play as the evil hero — and ragequit in over 100 frantic levels because vridniX is a true challenge.

An elaborate plan by publisher Deck13 and developer Uncanaut to announce a new game today has been all but sidetracked! Hard at work, they were hit by some weird three legged creature calling himself vridniX and claiming to be a hero! What sorcery is this!?

X-Morph: Defense on Nintendo Switch before Christmas

X-Morph: Defense - a unique twin-stick shooter, tower defense hybrid, is coming to the Nintendo Switch in Q4 2018. Unprecedented destruction of fully dynamic environments provides a never seen before level of tower defense freedom. Watch the announcement trailer and witness Earth's destruction.

X-Morph: Defense was initially released on the PC, Xbox One and PlayStation 4 on August 30th, 2017. The initial reception amongst players was very favourable scoring a 93% positive rating on Steam. Since then the game has received a number of free updates including the adrenaline packed Survival mode in which players fight against endless waves of incoming opponents. X-Morph: Defense has also seen the addition of two paid expansions packs; European Assault and Survival of The Fittest. The Nintendo Switch version will be released with even more new free content that includes additional tower types, and the final piece of premium DLC called - The Last Bastion.

Scribblenauts Mega Pack new two-game collection - PS4 XO Switch

Scribblenauts Unlimited fosters unlimited creativity, exploration and social elements that create a fun experience for fans of all ages. The game features a huge side-scrolling open world with high-definition, hand-drawn scenery and objects where players can help the game’s hero, Maxwell, solve robust puzzles and challenges by summoning any object they can imagine.

Scribblenauts Unlimited has been updated with two new bonus levels, supports online sharing of user-created objects, updates two-player mode, and features a new easy-to-use “sunflower” style text entry system. The new Zed Zeppelin level lets players battle sky pirates and work with crew members to keep the dirigible safe while the new Land of Sweet Hyperbole level allows players to drive around in a candy car and interact with candy neighbours.

Retro style 2D 8-Bit adventure platform game Nogalious on Steam PC

Nogalious is a retro-style action platform game that pays homage to the era of classic 2D platforming on 8-bit personal computers. Explore 5 different worlds and go through cozy dungeons as you revive the magic of the late-eighties. This is the first title of a trilogy that tells the story of Nogalious, his daughter Mariet, and the evil Darama.

“Following the success of our physical edition of Nogalious on PC, we’re extremely glad to launch our title on Steam too”, says Raúl Nogales, CEO at Luegolu3go Studios. “This game is a fresh breeze of classic gameplay that will fulfill the expectations of every retro gamer .”

Tale of the Ice Staff, Ancient Abyss and Bacterium games announced and details - PC

Zodiac Interactive reveal their full lineup for gamescom 2018. International media will be able to get their hands on five playable games, three of which are being announced today and will be shown for the first time in the Business Area at gamescom, August 21-23.

Three new game announcements:

Tale of the Ice Staff (Nintendo Switch)
Embark on a stunning magical journey with Yersa and her companion Nick in this single-player 2D action RPG. Shape the course of the engrossing storyline, explore new lands, meet interesting characters, and uncover secrets about the mysterious world. But be cautious! Dark forces are trying to keep you from the truth. This gem by Kurimi Gaming combines its nostalgic pixelated style with state-of-the-art game mechanics.

Final Fantasy XIV online & Monster Hunter: World collaboration starts - Battle with Rathalos Headlines Robust Content Updates

Release of Patch 4.36 marks the arrival of the Final Fantasy XIV Online and Monster Hunter: World collaboration. This latest update brings the mighty flying wyvern, Rathalos, from Capcom’s hit title to the world of Final Fantasy XIV. Players can challenge this fearsome foe in either Normal or Extreme difficulty for numerous in-game rewards.

Level 70 Final Fantasy XIV players who have completed the “Stormblood” main scenario quest can immediately undertake “The New King of the Block” quest to face Rathalos in The Great Hunt trial—an eight-player battle that incorporates mechanics inspired by Monster Hunter: World. Those seeking a greater challenge can attempt The Great Hunt (Extreme), a four-player version of the trial that features additional hurdles to overcome.

Incredibles 2 Collaboration in Kingdom Hearts Union χ[Cross] - iOS Android

Calling all Supers! Square Enix is hosting a new collaboration event in the action-packed mobile RPG, Kingdom Hearts Union χ[Cross] featuring Disney•Pixar’s recent blockbuster film, Incredibles 2. Beginning today through August 19, 2018, players can take part in a variety of in-game events, including:

Banner Medals – The Parr family from Incredibles 2, including Mr. Incredible, Mrs. Incredible, Violet, and Dash, are now available as powerful new Medals.

High Score Challenge – Keyblade wielders can climb up the rankings in this special event to receive “Bob & Jack-Jack” Medals.

Dead Cells Invades PC and Consoles August 7th

Dead Cells is a Roguevania action-platformer, allowing you to explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle… assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers. To finish the game, you’ll have to master fluid, fast-paced combat with the ever-present threat of permadeath looming. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Combining the permadeath of a roguelite, the exploration of a metroidvania, and brutal combat with soul, Dead Cells arrives August 7th on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, and PC  Win Mac Linux.

Revelation Online MMORPG Steam release with all expansions

Massive multiplayer online role-playing game Revelation Online available on the Steam marketplace for new players to finally experience the award-winning title.

The game hits Steam in full force, with seven classes and nine expansions worth of added game modes, rewards, dungeons and housing, providing a massive MMO experience sure to both challenge and enthrall players as they explore the varied and far-reaching lands of Nuanor.

Official Persona 5 fine art collection NEW prints Futaba, Haru, Yusuke and Joker and more

Supernatural Japanese high school fiction fans rejoice. 6 new fine art prints have been added to the official Persona 5 Fine Art Collection!

The collection will eventually include prints of all the main characters. The additional prints include solo prints of Futaba, Haru, Yusuke and Joker, as well as two more artworks by Shigenori Soejima himself. Fans of Soejima’s work will be happy to know that one of these works is the group shot that was among the winners for this year’s Into the Pixel award.

8-Bit Hordes and 8-Bit Invaders! on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One

8-Bit Hordes and 8-Bit Invaders! will make their way to console! Both of the colorful and fast-paced RTS games are coming to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One digitally, and to PlayStation 4 physically.

Their predecessor with modern military units, 8-Bit Armies, is already available for pre-orders on PS4 and Xbox One. All three games in the 8-Bit RTS Series feature cross-title Multiplayer, which is showcased in a brand new trailer.

Boomsday Project blasts off in Hearthstone claim three free packs and a class Legendary card

Study up on Azerothian science with 135 experimental new cards in the latest expansion for Blizzard Entertainment’s internationally acclaimed digital card game.

For a limited time, players can log in to Hearthstone to claim three free packs and a class Legendary card.

Legions of lab coat-clad Hearthstone players have filed into Dr. Boom’s secret laboratory to begin work on The Boomsday Project, the newest expansion for Blizzard Entertainment’s smash-hit digital card game. The Boomsday Project blasts off today with 135 explosive new cards and a slew of electrifying new gameplay mechanics.

Mad Catz announce a full range of R.A.T. Mice

t CES 2018, Mad Catz shocked the gaming world announcing their triumphant return, much to the delight and surprise of hardware fans everywhere!

With new management, new ideas and new products, Mad Catz has a lot to prove, and at Gamescom 2018, media can get their first look at the first batch of new products expected to start shipping this Autumn. We’ll have the all-new R.A.T. mice on show, F.R.E.Q. headsets to blow you away, S.T.R.I.K.E. keyboards to amaze you and much more besides! Not only that, Mad Catz are also promising a few surprises at the show with a sneak peek at what’s coming next!

Walking Dead's Negan joins Tekken 7 as veteran Tekken fighters Anna Williams and Lei Wulong return

Three new characters coming to Tekken 7 including veteran Tekken fighters Anna Williams and Lei Wulong who return. The biggest surprise is new addition is Negan from The Walking Dead TV show.

Katsuhiro Harada Tekken series director and designer announced the new Tekken 7 characters after the game's grand finals at Evo 2018. Six new characters have been hinted at the three remaining season 2 characters are unannounced.

Football Manager 2019 Makes Gamescom Debut as SEGA Announces Line-up for 2018 Show

SEGA is bringing its most hotly anticipated titles to Gamescom 2018 including Total War: THREE KINGDOMS, Team Sonic Racing, Valkyria Chronicles 4, Fist of the North Star: Lost Paradise, Persona 3 Dancing in the Moonlight and Persona 5 Dancing in the Starlight. All will be playable at the Deep Silver stand in Hall 9, B011-C010 alongside an exciting Football Manager 2019 activation.

Team Sonic Racing, developed by award-winning studio Sumo Digital, is the ultimate arcade and fast-paced competitive style racing experience, featuring your favourite characters from across the Sonic Universe. Visitors to the stand will have the opportunity to race on an all new track, Ice Mountain, and experience two brand new playable teams.

The Bard’s Tale Trilogy Remaster release date - PC

The first volume in The Bard’s Tale Trilogy arrives on Steam and GOG.com for PC on Aug. 14, with the remaining volumes launching later this year.

The Bard’s Tale Trilogy, a complete remaster of the legendary series that helped define the RPG genre. Featuring updated graphics and optional quality-of-life gameplay features, The Bard’s Tale Trilogy is the ideal way to experience the dungeon crawling challenge that made the original games beloved classics. The title will release on Aug. 14, 2018, for PC on both Steam and GOG.com with a retail price of $14.99.

New Nintendo 2DS XL accessories from Speedlink

The most successful gamers are often the ones who kit out their knights, elf mages or warriors with the right weapons. The same goes for the console itself – with the right accessories gaming doesn’t just get better, gaming sessions can go on for much longer. Now gamers can become heroes thanks to a comprehensive arsenal for the New Nintendo 2DS XL from gaming accessories specialist Speedlink.

“As the New Nintendo 2DS XL handheld console is used mainly when on the go, it was only logical for us to develop a matching range of accessories to protect it. Whether it’s the screen protectors, padded carry case or ergonomic touch screen pens with rounded tips, everything is designed around maximising gaming fun, minimising fatigue, and ensuring the console is fully protected at the same time”, explained Rainer Nawratil, Senior Product Manager at Speedlink.