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Com2uS recently launched a special page to mark the 10th anniversary of Summoners War: Sky Arena (hereinafter Summoners War) and is set to hold various in-game events throughout the year. Released globally in June 2014, Com2uS' Summoners War has been one of the best-selling games worldwide for 10 years. With its core fun factors of collecting over 1,500 Monsters and engaging in tactical gameplay as well as active interaction with users via constant updates, eSports tournaments, world tours, and more, Summoners War continues to break the record by reaching the top 1 in sales in 94 countries, entering the top 10 in 155 countries, recording 200 million cumulative downloads, and achieving 3 trillion KRW in cumulative sales.
Com2uS aims to express their gratitude for the 10th anniversary of Summoners War for their users worldwide by running 10 events throughout 2024. The events will be revealed one by one until December and each event will be introduced on the special 10th anniversary site which can be accessed in-game. The page recently revealed the first event called "Nat 5 Monster Summon Event" where users can summon a default 5-star Fire, Water, or Wind Monster every time they log in to the game for 7 days, up to 10 Monsters until June 30, 2024. Then, users can acquire 1 out of 10 Monsters they summoned during the event. Plus, 20 Mystical Scrolls are provided according to the users' monthly check-in count.
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Summoners War released updates for their PvP content including the World Arena by adding a new grade, "Punisher", and improving the reward of each grade to enhance the overall matchmaking mechanism. Users can now challenge the Abyssal Floor for Punisher's Crypt in the Cairos Dungeon and collect Intangible Type Artifacts as a clear reward. Other events such as "Holiday & Year-End Special Event" and "New Year Special Monster Skill Level-up Event" are also currently available. Moreover, Com2uS announces that Summoners War is now available on PC via Steam. With support for crossplay between PC, Android and iOS devices, players can now summon unique Monsters, engage in epic Raids, and craft special items from wherever they like to play.
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Pre-Registration For "Frostbite: Beyond The Ice" Early Access Now Open In PH, US And UK
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Com2uS, the acclaimed global developer and publisher of beloved mobile games like Summoners War and MLB 9 Innings, in collaboration with NetEase and 11 Bit Studios, have opened the Google Play Store and Apple App Store pre-registrations for a special Early Access test of "Frostpunk: Beyond The Ice" for players living in the Philippines, the US and UK. Fans of Frostpunk, strategy sim games and mobile games in these countries will soon be able to actively participate in the upcoming game's Early Access test where they can get a first-look at the game, join the official community and provide feedback to the development team before the official launch. Similar to the original, "Frostpunk: Beyond The Ice" revolves around a city built around a massive steam engine set against a world gripped by an icy apocalypse. Players must manage the city, ensure its prosperity, and survive extreme environmental conditions. The mobile version introduces new features, including Guild, Trade systems for player interaction, and an Animal Shelter, providing players with fresh and engaging content.
“Com2uS has a proven track record in translating iconic IPs from entertainment and sports like The Walking Dead to Major League Baseball into immersive mobile experiences that can be enjoyed everywhere. We are excited to incorporate feedback from the core user base to create an enjoyable experience for global players," said Com2uS Head of Game Business Division Jihoon Han. By securing a global publishing agreement with NetEase, the developer and publisher behind IP partnerships like Marvel Super War, Diablo Immortal, and Harry Potter: Magic Awakened, Com2uS expands on an IP that has sold more than 3 million copies since its 2018 release and has a sequel launching later this year. Fans looking forward to getting their hands on more Frostpunk content can pre-register via Google Play and Apple App Store as well as sign up for an email newsletter which will notify them once Frostpunk: Beyond the Ice Early Access is live.
Pre-register via Google Play and Apple App Store and register for a chance to be a part of the Frostpunk: Beyond the Ice Early Access test at the official game website at https://www.frostpunkbeyondtheice.com. The global version of Frostpunk: Beyond the Ice will then be launched as a free download for Android and iOS via the Apple App Store and Google Play later this year.
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"TIEBREAK: Official Game Of The ATP And WTA" Now Available On Early Access For PC
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NACON and Big Ant Studios are pleased to announce that "TIEBREAK: Official Game Of The ATP And WTA", the new tennis game from the creators of AO Tennis 2 and Tennis World Tour 2, is now available on early access for PC (Steam). It will then be released on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch consoles later this year. TIEBREAK is the official tennis game of the ATP (Association of Tennis Professionals) and WTA (Women's Tennis Association). Players with controller in hand can take their style of play to the biggest courts and make it count against the computer or the community in multiplayer mode.
The game's early access version offers players the chance to take to the virtual court as the 2024 ATP and WTA tennis seasons kick into gear. The developers’ aim in this phase is to use player feedback to further develop the most authentic and ambitious tennis game around. It includes an initial set of official ATP and WTA tennis players including Belinda Bencic, Taylor Fritz, Marta Kostyuk, Petra Kvitova, Nick Kyrgios, Daniil Medvedev, Alex de Minaur, Andy Murray, Naomi Osaka, Maria Sakkari, Shuai Zhang, Alexander Zverev as well as Quick Match mode, allowing for play on all ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 series courts, and Basic Tutorials that will help players learn and level up their games. This early access phase will incorporate additional official WTA/ATP licensed content, new game modes, improvements and game balancing over the coming months, with the following regular updates right up to the game’s final release:
• February to March – 10 to 15 additional Licensed Players, Player and Venue Creator, online custom matches, Online Tournament Mode, gameplay improvements based on feedback
• April to May – 10 to 30 additional Licensed Players, Advanced Tutorials, Online Tournament Scheduling, Career Mode including additional ATP/WTA tournaments, gameplay improvements based on feedback
"TIEBREAK: Official Game Of The ATP And WTA" is now available on early access for PC (Steam) only at a price of €29.99 | $29.99 | £29.99. The final release is scheduled for later this year on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. The price of the final version of the game will differ from the price of the early access version.
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"AEW: Rise To The Top" Primed To Entertain Wrestling Fans Worldwide, Now Available On Android And iOS
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East Side Games Group and Game Masons are proud to announce the global launch of their free-to-play mobile game, developed in collaboration with All Elite Wrestling (AEW), tailored for AEW fans and promises a unique blend of immersive storytelling, idle gameplay, and intense RPG-style battles. Launched last January 17, 2024, "AEW: Rise To The Top” is now available worldwide for iOS and Android via the Apple App Store and Google Play with key features comprising of the following:
● Story-Driven Gameplay: Explore the narrative of AEW through episodic and limited-time storytelling content.
● PvP Battles: Players can test their skills against other competitors in PvP battles, utilizing their favorite AEW wrestlers. Compete for top prizes and become the ultimate AEW champion.
● Play In Events: Compete in special events to win and upgrade Fan-Favorite AEW Wrestlers.
● Made By AEW Fans For AEW Fans: Players can immerse themselves in All Elite Wrestling through a game crafted by genuine AEW enthusiasts.
● Easy-To-Pick-Up Idle Gameplay And RPG-Style Battles: Experience the best of both worlds with a game that seamlessly combines accessible idle gameplay and RPG-style battles.
"We are thrilled to offer an additional experience to AEW fans, and we have truly been treated as an extension of the AEW family. This game is a celebration of the AEW spirit, providing fans with the opportunity to engage with their favorite wrestlers," said East Side Games Chief Business Officer Elin Jonsson. “As part of AEW’s ongoing commitment to delivering innovative professional wrestling to fans around the world, we are thrilled to partner with East Side Games for this mobile game experience. Working alongside AEW Games' Senior Project Manager Aubrey Edwards, East Side Games clearly understood the significance of capturing the incredible entertainment our fans have come to enjoy," said AEW Vice President for Licensing and Games Mark Caplan. "AEW: Rise To The Top" promises to be a must-play for wrestling fans and mobile gamers alike.
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Garena FreeFire's 2024 eSports Roadmap Features Inaugural Mid-Year Global Tournament
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Globally renouned video game publisher and developer Garena officially revealed the 2024 eSports roadmap of its mobile battle royale game Free Fire featuring key updates to its international tournaments including a mid-year global tournament debuting in July in addition to hosting its highly-anticipated Free Fire World Series (FFWS) Global Finals on November. Garena also recently announced that all local Free Fire leagues worldwide will be retitled to carry the FFWS branding. With that, 2024 will usher in several regional and local tournaments such as FFWS Brazil, FFWS Southeast Asia (SEA), FFWS Latin America (LATAM), and FFWS Middle East (MEA).
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These changes reflect Free Fire’s continued commitment in bringing fans and players enhanced experiences to enjoy the game through promoting a standardized eSports tournament branding across all markets. The inaugural mid-year global tournament will feature 18 Free Fire teams including the best teams from FFWS SEA Spring, the first splits of FFWS Brazil and FFWS LATAM, and representatives from MEA and Pakistan. Additionally, the winner will earn a ticket to compete in the FFWS Global Finals 2024 as the first team to secure a slot in Free Fire’s largest tournament. More details about the tournament in July will be revealed in the coming weeks. The FFWS Global Finals will be held offline this year where 18 teams from leagues including FFWS SEA Fall, FFWS Brazil, and FFWS LATAM, together with the Free Fire champion from the mid-year global tournament, will convene for a battle to claim the throne.
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TEKKEN Celebrates 30th Anniversary With Release Of Official TEKKEN 8 Soundtrack
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Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. is pleased to announce the release of its soundtrack for TEKKEN 8, the latest addition to the globally renouned TEKKEN fighting video game series. The soundtrack will be available worldwide on streaming platforms under Bandai Namco Game Music beginning January 26, 2024, the same day the game goes on sale. The soundtrack will feature a total of 42 songs including battle music from TEKKEN 8 as well as a variety of other tracks such as music featured in the TEKKEN FIGHT LOUNGE, the game’s large-scale online visual lobby. All tracks add up to over 170 minutes in total, making this one content-rich release.
Best enjoyed as a stage-by-stage experience, the soundtrack features a massive variety of musical styles, from EDM to hard rock. Listeners will discover the music through intricately designed stages which come together as a phenomenal soundtrack that could only be described as “genreless”. TEKKEN 7 (Original Soundtrack vol.2) is now available on various streaming platforms for the first time featuring music from TEKKEN 7 FATED RETRIBUTION as well as tracks added to the console version’s season pass. Meanwhile, the TEKKEN 8 Original Soundtrack physical CD will be available on March 13, 2024 but music lovers can pre-order a limited edition bundle which contains a set of 4 CDs containing the soundtrack's 42 songs, a large LP-sized album jacket, a large 36-page full-color special booklet and official character motif stickers (32 different character stickers + 1 TEKKEN 8 logo sticker).
