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December 13, 2018 — The team at Montpellier-based Magic Design Studios is humbled by the enthusiastic response this year while showcasing at various events, and is proud to announce that Unruly Heroes will be released in early 2019.

Featuring four playable characters that battle a diverse lineup of enemies in a colourful fantasy world. Seamlessly swap between Sanzang, Wukong, Kihong, and Sandmonk – even mid-combo – as our heroes journey west across four vastly different environments in order to hunt for the scattered remnants of the Sacred Scroll. Play solo, up to four player local co-op, or PvP (local, online) and face the terrible challenges that lay ahead.

Look for Unruly Heroes in early 2019 for Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Microsoft Store, and Steam with planned released for PS4 to follow.

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December 13, 2018 – Warsaw, Poland — Dead Mage and 11 bit studios have collectively decided to postpone Children of Morta to 2019. Our goal is to deliver a mind-blowing, story-driven hack n’ slasher — and we’ll get there — but the journey is going to take a bit longer than expected:

“Having a solid amount of feedback after shows like PAX Prime, and knowing exactly the goal we need to reach, we have decided to move the release date of Children of Morta, on all platforms, to 2019”, says Producer, Marek Ziemak. “There is huge potential for this gem and we know how to fulfill it, so some things are already put in motion. I strongly believe in Mr. Miyamoto’s words about delaying a game to make sure it’s brilliant when it releases and nothing less. Also, and I believe this is important from the gaming community’s perspective, we are now developing Children of Morta for all four major platforms and there will be a simultaneous launch on all of them – Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch and PC.”

The biggest and most time-consuming change is Children of Morta’s growth. The game is increasing significantly in size, as each of the three biomes the player can visit in the game will now have more levels and they’re larger overall. Another addition we’ve made is mini-bosses awaiting at the end of each level. The storyline praised in the previews is going to be written with a bolder pen, making the game’s world more strongly tied to the plot. All in all, there’s more work ahead for the devs but it’s for the good of the game.

Meanwhile, take a look at the evolving art style on new screenshots and have a great Winter Holidays!

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The princess training regimen draws ever closer! Get the princesses into tip-top shape to confront the evils that threaten their kingdoms in The Princess Guide, coming to Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 on March 26, 2019!

But of course, no proper tutor would be fit to coach these princesses without preparation! Get equipped with the latest knowledge from The Princess Guide’s official website in order to bring the royal pupils to total victory!

Learn more about the lands requesting your instruction and how each princess’s unique story develops in every playthrough. Plus, check out trailers and gameplay—all in one place!

The royal campaign begins in March, so be sure to secure your copy of The Princess Guide for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 4 today!

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Legends tell of a group of isles ripe with hidden treasure, mysterious artifacts from a long ago civilization, and the abundant resources necessary to foster a burgeoning Kingdom. Venture forth, fortify your domain, and endeavor to tame these strange lands for who knows what lurks in the dark neighboring forests beyond your borders…

Welcome to Kingdom Two Crowns, the most ambitious entry in our celebrated Kingdom series which has been enjoyed by over 3 million monarchs. A brand new campaign mode, exclusive mounts and NPCs, and an entirely new feudal Japan-themed setting with its own unique NPCs and strategies are just a taste of what this latest installment has to offer. And for the first time, you can play Kingdom alongside a friend as we introduce co-op to the experience.

Kingdom Two Crowns is available now for $19.99 / £15.49 / €19.99 for PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Switch.

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SEATTLE, WA – Dec. 11, 2018 – Salt and Sanctuary, Ska Studios’ brutal hand-drawn 2D Soulslike platformer with over 900,000 downloads, is now available in stores throughout North America as the Drowned Tome Edition, a special physical package for Nintendo Switch published by Leadman Games.

Salt and Sanctuary: Drowned Tome includes a Nintendo Switch game cartridge, a full manual, a double-sided poster featuring the Sodden Knight on one side and a hand-drawn world map of the island on the other, and a download code for the Salt and Sanctuary original soundtrack, all for $29.99.

Following a devastating encounter with an eldritch beast, a single survivor from a condemned ship crew washes ashore. An elderly figure greets them as they wake, referring to this lonesome soul as the Saltborn. Realizing that this is just the beginning of their nightmare, the Saltborn begins the seemingly-impossible task of escaping an island teeming with hellish beasts and vengeful undead.

Weather the storm alone or with a friend via local co-op: Salt and Sanctuary pits its hero, or heroes, against more than twenty cruel and horrifying bosses. Always tough, but never unfair, characters can slay the island’s unsettling abominations however they see fit. Create a character with choosing from a vast pool of weapons, armor, spells, prayers and a massive skill tree that expands upon progression.

After uncovering the haunting past of the land, the Saltborn can return to the island for further punishment. Customize characters to challenge death again and again, as New Game+ breathes new life into weary heroes and every build changes the gameplay entirely. For those interested in a more brutal experience, modes like no blocking, no rolling, and permadeath continue to satisfy the desire for an unforgiving Soulslike experience.

“After so much support and enthusiasm for Salt and Sanctuary, it feels great to be able to bring fans this special physical edition on Switch,” said Michelle and James Silva, co-creators at Ska Studios. “We welcome you to our cursed realm with open arms. And claws. Very, very sharp claws.”

Salt and Sanctuary: The Drowned Tome Edition, published by Leadman Games, is now available for $29.99 via both brick-and-mortar and online retail stores in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

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Hamburg, Germany – December 11th, 2018 – Independent developer ROCKFISH Games announced today that EVERSPACE, the surprise hit on Steam, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, is now also available on Nintendo Switch. Following a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2015, the intense sci-fi roguelike space shooter has chalked up outstanding success on Steam, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and now concludes its long and fruitful journey with the launch of the EVERSPACE™ – Stellar Edition on the Nintendo eShop, today. A boxed version will hit brick & mortar as well as online retail stores in Europe and North America early next year, too.

EVERSPACE – Stellar Edition features the base game, the Encounters add-on, the original soundtrack with over 60 titles as well as an interactive art book in-game. Furthermore, the full set of 33 achievements has been implemented directly into the game. Both, the digital and the boxed version retail for $39.99 / €39.99 / £35.99.

“We’re thrilled to announce the eagerly awaited launch of EVERSPACE – Stellar Edition on Nintendo Switch, which looks and plays stunningly after updating the entire project to Unreal Engine 4.20 and some further optimization deep down in the game code”, said Michael Schade, CEO at ROCKFISH Games, “We believe that EVERSPACE is a must buy for every space game enthusiast on Nintendo Switch not only because it is one of the prettiest action games on the platform. Thanks to its roguelike mechanics and bite-sized game sessions it is also the perfect fit for some intense space action anywhere at home and on the go, and we look forward to adding loads of new interstellar pilots to our roster.”

The independent developer’s debut game and Kickstarter hit (€420,252 was raised) features a modern interpretation of popular roguelike game mechanics and fast-paced 3D space combat with tight shooter-style controls. Driven by a captivating storyline, EVERSPACE sends players on an action-packed journey through dozens of procedurally-generated levels, challenging even the most daring pilots in an all-out fight for survival within a beautiful yet treacherous space environment. Plus, a stand-alone Hardcore Mode, featuring true perma-death and a new boss fight in an entirely revamped end sector, offers an extra challenge for all die-hard roguelike fans and veteran players.

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Get ready to be hit with a bout of nostalgia with the 11 free bonus titles for SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION for Nintendo Switch, available today! Dive into a bit of history with Ozma Wars, SNK’s very first shooting game, or traverse through history itself to find your missing comrades in Time Soldiers!

The full list of titles is as follows:

• Munch Mobile
• Fantasy
• Sasuke vs. Commander
• Chopper I
• Time Soldiers
• Bermuda Triangle
• Paddle Mania
• Ozma Wars
• Beast Busters
• SAR: Search and Rescue
• World Wars

9 are available via patch, while Beast Busters and SAR: Search and Rescue will be available as a free DLC bundle on the Nintendo eShop under SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION’s store page.

So what are you waiting for? Get your blood pumping with these intense classics at no extra cost in SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTIONon Nintendo Switch, and complete the collection at 24 astounding games!

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Toronto, Canada Dec 10, 2018 — This weekend, Lightning Rod Games had the pleasure of showing off a new gameplay trailer for their upcoming title A Fold Apart during the Kinda Funny Showcase.

The upcoming puzzle-driven narrative adventure is inspired by the real-life story of designer Mark Laframboise, and the relationships we have with those we care about while separated by long distances. Explore the complexity of (mis)communication and reunite two people greatly in love through the mechanics of folding paper.

A Fold Apart unfurls a tale of an Architect and a Teacher who have been forced apart by their careers, and the difficulties they encounter while separated. By puzzling through their beautiful paper worlds, we experience firsthand the emotional challenges of living apart. A Fold Apart shares an incredibly relatable narrative and shows that in a world built of paper, there are two sides to every story.

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SAN FRANCISCO, CA – December 4, 2018 – ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove!, the upcoming fourth entry of the beloved, funkadelic action roguelike series from HumaNature Studios, helmed by original co-creator Greg Johnson, puts the “fun” in funky on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on Friday, March 1.

The iconic ‘90s alien duo is back. ToeJam and Earl, hoping to impress Latisha and Lewanda, have…”borrowed” the Rapmaster Rocket. One black hole-related accident later, they are back on the floating remnants of Earth, scrambling to pick up the pieces of their ship before their home planet of Funkotron notices anything missing.

Hidden throughout the procedurally-generated levels are presents with random effects that help the duo find their ship parts. Rocket skates, Icarus Wings, Boomboxes and more than 60 other presents make each run feel fresh. Characters and unlockable hats that offer awesome hidden powers persist across playthroughs so there’s more to strive for beyond getting back home.

You would think a three-legged alien in dope threads would be the weirdest thing on the planet, but Earthlings give ToeJam and Earl a run for their money. Sneak around humans like the Hula-Girl so you don’t get hypnotized into shaking your hips, leaving you vulnerable to attacks. Over 50 Earthlings ranging from King Tut, armies of chickens and Internet Trolls roam around each level, so get to know which are friends and which are foe.

Back in the Groove’s got all the classic moments which made the series a staple of ‘90s gaming with modern improvements like online play, all in a nostalgic underground comic style.

Up to four friends can play together through online multiplayer and choose from nine characters — some blasts-from-the-past, some new and funky fresh. Each character has their own stats and special abilities. Console players can enjoy couch co-op with two players total, while PC will enable local co-op accommodating four players.

Minigames keep ToeJam and Earl on their toes. The side-scrolling HyperFunk Zone from Panic on Funkotron is back so players can earn extra presents and cash. Feeling the beat? Jump into a rhythm-based dance-off. Get ready to jam out with your homies to more than 30 groovy tunes, including classic remixes from the original games.

“ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove! is what I’ve been wanting to do for the series for over 20 years,” said Greg Johnson, founder of HumaNature Studios. “We’ve included pretty much all of the original “old skool” characters and presents, and we have a TRUCKLOAD of new surprises, many of them fan-inspired. I think we’ve captured the spirit of the original game, as well as a lot of what people loved about game two. I think this is what our fans have been waiting for. I can’t wait to see what they think!”

ToeJam & Earl: Back in the Groove! will be available in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Latin America), and Brazilian Portuguese for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows PC for $19.99 USD on March 1.

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