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Tuesday, March 6th: Square Enix Collective® and Sushee are excited to announce that their Fear Effect sequel – Fear Effect® Sedna – has today launched on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™ and PC almost twenty years after the original game first rolled out to much acclaim on PlayStation.

The new chapter, which originally began life thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign back in 2016, has been co-written by the series’ original writer and focuses on Hana, Rain, Glas and Deke’s first steps into the world of Inuit mythology.

Fear Effect Sedna also introduces a brand new character Axel, as well as an isometric view point that cements the combination of action, stealth, and puzzle solving with animated cutscenes into one potent package. On top of these new additions, fans of the series will also be pleased to hear this new chapter retains the classic death cutscenes from the original games.

“It feels great to breathe new life in an IP that gamers still had a lot of love for, even almost two decades on from its debut,” comments Benjamin Anseaume, founder of Sushee. “Fear Effect Sedna managed to garner that community during its Kickstarter campaign and, now with the invaluable backing of Square Enix Collective and co-producer Forever Entertainment, it’s time to tell a new tale with characters those fans will find so familiar.”

With Fear Effect Sedna making its debut today, French studio Sushee can now turn its attention to the recently announced Fear Effect Reinvented – a remastered take on the original PlayStation game that started it all – also in development for PlayStation®4 system, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. The idea is that the two Sushee games will bring the Fear Effect IP to an audience of existing fans looking to recapture the spirit of the original games and new players who missed them the first time around.

“When we first discussed the concept of Collective, one of the things we had in mind was opening up older franchises to enable indies to pitch us ideas for them,” says Phil Elliott, Director of Indie Publishing at Square Enix West. “It’s great to see what Sushee has been able to do at this level with Fear Effect Sedna in bringing something new to Fear Effect universe – plus, it’s also led to Fear Effect Reinvented, so it’s exciting to see it all develop.”

 

Fear Effect Sedna features:

• The return of the original Fear Effect’s much loved cast of characters

• Isometric viewpoint to enable players to interact with multiple characters at the same time

• Gameplay that mixes real-time action, tactical play, stealth, and puzzles

• The adrenaline-based “Fear Effect” gameplay mechanic that impacts on both attack and defence

• Animated stylistic cutscenes, stunning environments, and classic death cutscenes

• A mature and exciting story that follows mercenaries uncovering the mysteries of Inuit mythology

 

Fear Effect Sedna is now available on PS4™ system, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™ and PC for $19.99/€19.99/£15.99.

For all the latest information and assets for Fear Effect Sedna, please visit:

• Website: susheegames.com

• Twitter: twitter.com/susheegames

• Facebook: facebook.com/susheegames

 

As a testament to Square Enix Collective’s commitment to indie developers, it recently joined forces with AMD to support AMD4U, an innovative new program that provides AMD consumers with a range of games from a new generation of cutting edge independent development teams from around the world.

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ICYMI: @Flinthook is coming to the Nintendo Switch March 9th, NEXT WEEK! @NintendoAmerica #NintendoSwitch pic.twitter.com/KLoxglOIlS

— Tribute Games (@TributeGames) March 2, 2018

Happy Birthdays has a release date! This adorable and exciting sandbox world creation game is arriving on Nintendo Switch™ June 5, 2018 in North America and June 8, 2018 in Europe! With UI and game element improvements since its PS4/Steam® predecessor titled Birthdays the Beginning, Happy Birthdays brings gamers a fantastic experience to create their very own world, now on-the-go for Nintendo Switch™!

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February 2018, UK – Award-winning international games label Team17 and independent developer Villa Gorilla have today released a new tilt-alising trailer for its forthcoming charming pinball platform game Yoku’s Island Express.

The trailer showcases some of the abilities that newly appointed postmaster, Yoku the dung beetle, will discover as he flips and bumps around Mokumana island using a unique blend of pinball mechanics in his noble quest to save the island… and deliver the mail!

There are many quirky hidden abilities and collectibles to discover including:
* The Noisemaker, a party whistle that acts as Yoku’s postal horn
* The Slug Vacuum, capable of sucking up the pesky slugs that litter the island and utilizing their explosive power to clear stubborn rocks and reveal new routes to explore
* Take the plunge with the Dive Fish, which will allow Yoku to dive the depths of the island & more!

Yoku’s Island Express is flipping on to Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch™ and PC in Q2 2018.

To keep up to date with all the information on Yoku’s Island Express please like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter and join us on Discord.

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— Forever Entert (@ForeverEntert) February 23, 2018

February 21^st 2018 – Publisher EuroVideo and developer Bonus Level Entertainment will bring their 2D action platformer, FOX n FORESTS, to Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, Mac and Linux in spring 2018.

In FOX n FORESTS, players assume the role of Rick the Fox. Armed with a magical crossbow granting the powerful ability to change between two seasons in a level, Rick can freeze his surroundings in winter, create new platforms out of falling leaves in autumn, and use a host of other powers. Only by mastering the seasons will Rick be able to outfox his enemies, explore the mystic forest, solve brain-teasing puzzles, claim victory against colossal bosses, and bring the mystery of the fifth season to light.

Catch a glimpse of FOX n FORESTS´ retro gameplay in the new teaser trailer.

Inspired by classic games including Super Ghouls ‘n’ Ghosts, Wonder Boy in Monster World, ActRaiser 2, and the Castlevania and Zelda series, FOX n FORESTS will be both accessible and challenging. The game combines retro charm with modern game design while offering glorious 16-Bit graphics and a chiptune soundtrack.

“FOX n FORESTS will surely speak to a wide audience,” says Marc Wardenga, Head of Games at EuroVideo. “References to the golden age of classic 16-Bit games, mixed with a unique soundtrack and contemporary, precise, and accessible gameplay, will bring back fond memories of retro games.”

Successfully funded via Kickstarter in 2016, FOX n FORESTS will be the first title from EuroVideo’s new games label Wild River and will make its North American debut at PAX East in booth 10054.

For more information on the title, please visit the official website and followFOX n FORESTS on Facebook or Twitter.

About Bonus Level Entertainment

Bonus Level Entertainment is an independent developer devoted to reinventing 16-Bit. The passionate team from Munich, Germany has worked on over 100 titles and has come together due to their love for creating retro games that transport players back into the golden age of 16-Bit gaming. By combining classic retro elements and modern game design, the studio´s mission is to create timeless classics for everyone to enjoy.

FOX n FORESTS is co-developed by Bonus Level Entertainment, Independent Arts Software, and talented freelancers from all over the world. In Summer 2016, the game was funded with 107,875 EUR thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign.

About EuroVideo

EuroVideo Medien GmbH is an independent publisher that has been active in the entertainment industry for decades. They specialize in the distribution and marketing of home entertainment, including movies, documentaries and children’s programmes. The company publishes its own IP and acts as a distributor for 3rd party products on DVD, Blu-Ray and Video-on-Demand. In addition, the company publishes and distributes games for PC and consoles, including its own co-productions as well as third-party products. Among recent games published by EuroVideo are The Dwarves, Shock Tactics, Expeditions: Viking, Everspace, and Ostwind.

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The Lost Child is heading to Nintendo Switch™ this Summer 2018!

The highly awaited RPG featuring Cthulhu-inspired menagerie of angels, demons and everything in between will be heading to Nintendo’s hit console alongside the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation Vita (digitally) versions this Summer.

In a war between angels and demons, where will you stand?

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We are proud to announce that GOD WARS The Complete Legend, an expanded version of 2017’s GOD WARS Future Past is coming to Nintendo Switch™ this Fall.

Includes the GOD WARS Future Past, Legend of Yomi expansion, and more! Discover Japan’s untold stories this Fall.

About the Game
A long time ago, there was a beautiful land made up of three nations: Fuji, Izumo, and Hyuga. This land was called Mizuho. The people of Mizuho disliked conflict, honored their ancestral spirits, and lived in harmony with nature. However, over time, they began cultivating crops, forging and using metal, fighting wars, destroying nature, and neglecting to honor their ancestral spirits.

In the meantime, various locations in Mizuho suffered from natural disasters like flooding, earthquakes, and volcanic eruptions. In order to stop a destructive eruption, the Queen of Mizuho, Tsukuyomi, sacrificed her beloved daughter Sakuya to the mountain, confined her other daughter Kaguya within a bamboo seal in case of future disasters, and then disappeared. Thirteen years later, Princess Kaguya has grown into a beautiful woman and her childhood friend, Kintaro, saves her during a riot. She rises against her “fate to be a sacrifice,” and in order to follow her own path, they both escape from Fuji and journey across Mizuho to discover the truth behind Tsukuyomi’s decision.

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