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Friday, March 25, 2016
03/25/2016 - RollerCoaster Tycoon World Coming to Steam Early Access on March 30thRollerCoaster Tycoon WorldTM Heads into Steam Early Access on March 30th
Next-Generation Features Include Powerful 3D Building Tools, User-Generated Content and More; Atari® Outlines Plans for Future Free Updates to Extend the Fun Throughout 2016
NEW YORK – March 25, 2016 – Atari®, one of the world's most recognized publishers and
producers of interactive entertainment, today announced that RollerCoaster Tycoon World™ will be available on March 30, 2016 through Steam Early Access. As
the first PC version of the world-renowned RollerCoaster Tycoon® franchise in more
than a decade, RollerCoaster Tycoon World incorporates next-generation features to enhance the theme
park simulation experience. Between an advanced coaster building system, an innovative approach to the management simulation,
and native user-generated content (UGC) tools – RollerCoaster Tycoon World gives players complete
freedom to create what they want while bringing advanced functionality that will allow players to experience RollerCoaster
Tycoon in a completely fun, new way.
Fans can take part in Early Access starting Wednesday, March
30th by purchasing RollerCoaster Tycoon World through the official Steam page: http://store.steampowered.com/app/282560/
During the Early Access period, participants will help shape
the final details of RollerCoaster Tycoon World and provide invaluable input as the title rolls
to a full launch. As we are not yet feature complete, fans can expect a number of new features, optimizations, and enhancements
to be released during and after the Early Access period. These include, but are not limited to, Dark Rides, Transport Rides,
and Piece by Piece Custom Built Structures.
“The RollerCoaster Tycoon franchise
is beloved by millions of fans worldwide, which is something we take very seriously. After careful consideration, the decision
to go through the Steam Early Access program was made to ensure that we can get RollerCoaster Tycoon World in
the hands of the dedicated fans that have followed us throughout the development process as soon as possible,” said
Fred Chesnais, Chief Executive Officer, Atari. “As passionate RollerCoaster Tycoon fans ourselves,
we look forward to working with our community and those new to the series on how we can make RollerCoaster Tycoon
World the best theme park simulation game possible. Early Access allows us to openly communicate with fans about
upcoming content and features and the community will help us shape our roadmap.”
Key Features available with
the Early Access launch of RollerCoaster Tycoon World are:
·Genre-Redefining
Coaster Builder: Spline-based, 3D track editor allows for the creation of the most creative freeform coasters imaginable.
Easily manipulate the track to build the tamest to most puke-inducing coasters by creating loops, banks, corkscrews, inversions
and more. Players have the power to test roller coasters before opening the ride to guests to ensure it meets the physics
standards required to stay on the track, or the coaster might just jump the rails.
·Responsive
Environments & Guests: Themed zones can be created throughout a player’s park, with various themed rides
and objects affecting how much guests enjoy the experience. Sci-fi, Western, and Adventure are just a few themes that will
impact not only ratings, but increase the area’s attractiveness to certain peeps.
·UGC Functionality:
For the first time, modding capabilities are integrated directly into the game. Native support of Steam Workshop allows for
customer scenery, 3D objects, blueprinted coasters, parks, and more to be imported into the game and seamlessly shared from
within the game. The UGC tools have been designed to be accessible and easy to use for everyone.
“Our realistic approach to the graphics and gameplay, combined with several next-gen updates is breathing new
life into a franchise that has stood the test of time,” said Matthew Labunka, Executive Producer of RollerCoaster
Tycoon World, Atari. “This is just the start for RollerCoaster Tycoon World,
as we look to the future of the title and how we continue delivering a fun, immersive experience. Opening up the game to UGC
natively allows for unlimited creativity and expansion for years to come both for us and the community.”
Throughout
2016, Atari and developer, Nvizzio Creations will be bringing several free content updates – including Piece-by-Piece
Coaster Building, Tunnels, Dark Rides, Transportation Rides, Weather, and more. For more on upcoming updates, check out the
official RollerCoaster Tycoon World blog.
http://www.rollercoastertycoon.com/rctw-blog-30-rollercoaster-tycoon-world-coming-to-steam-early-access/
RollerCoaster Tycoon
World will be available in a Standard Version for $49.99 USD and Deluxe Edition for $59.99 USD. To keep up with
what’s next for RollerCoaster Tycoon World, be sure to sign up for updates and read the latest
blogs at RollerCoasterTycoon.com. Fans can also join the conversation by participating in the official RollerCoaster Tycoon World
forum, or on Facebook at facebook.com/rollercoastertycoon and Twitter at (at)OfficialRCT.
Submitted by: E. Thomas
Thursday, March 24, 2016
03/24/2016 - Pathfinder RPG Charity Marathon Raises $250KPATHFINDER RPG CHARITY MARATHON RAISES $250,000 FOR CHARITIES, AND BECOMES
RECORD-BREAKING HUMBLE BOOK BUNDLE
Held
on February 24, 2016, the Pathfinder RPG Charity Marathon consisted of nearly 24 hours of live-streamed Pathfinder game play
from around the world, and launched a massively successful 2-week Humble Book Bundle sales program. The Humble RPG Book Bundle:
Pathfinder offered more than $300 of Pathfinder digital products at a pay-what-you-want price. Customers also got to choose
how their purchase dollars were allocated between the publisher, Humble Bundle, Extra Life, Camden’s Concert, and assorted
charities, raising more than $250,000 between them.
“The Humble RPG Book Bundle: Pathfinder allowed tabletop
gamers all over the world to not just pretend to be do-gooders, but to actually do good. Together, we raised more than $250,000
for charity, and became the record-breaking Humble Books Bundle,” says Erik Mona, Publisher and Chief Creative Officer
at Paizo Inc.
He continues, “We couldn’t have pulled off this effort without our amazing partners.
Eric Tam and Kelley Allen led the charge at Humble Bundle, and the success of this program is due in large part to their dedication
to launching the first tabletop RPG Humble Bundle. Also, our live-stream partners, gaming groups Dicestormers and Saving Throw
show, helped Paizo to deliver nearly 24 awesome hours of live Pathfinder gaming live via Twitch on Paizo’s new channel
at officialpaizo.twitch.tv. We want to thank every Pathfinder, new and veteran, who bought the Bundle, donated to Extra Life
and Camden’s Concert, and participated in the live-streams.”
About Humble Bundle
Humble Bundle sells digital content through its pay-what-you-want bundle promotions and the Humble Store. When purchasing
a bundle, customers choose how much they want to pay and decide where their money goes - between the content creators, charity,
and Humble Bundle. Since the company's launch in 2010, Humble Bundle has raised more than $70 million through the support
of its community for a wide range of charities, providing aid for people across the world. For more information, please visit
https://www.humblebundle.com
About the Pathfinder Roleplaying
Game
In the best-selling Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, players take on the role of brave adventurers fighting
to survive in a world beset by magic and evil. The Pathfinder RPG is currently translated into eight languages, and the vibrant
Pathfinder universe has been licensed for comic book series, graphic novels, miniatures, plush toys, and apparel, and is being
developed into a massively multiplayer online roleplaying game.
About Paizo Inc.
Paizo Inc.
is publisher of the award-winning Pathfinder Roleplaying Game, Pathfinder Adventure Card Game, Pathfinder Tales novels, as
well as board games and accessories. The Pathfinder world, in which players take on the role of brave adventurers fighting
to survive in a world beset by magic and evil, is currently translated into eight languages, and has been licensed for comic
book series, graphic novels, toys, and apparel, and is being developed into an MMORPG. Paizo.com is also a leading online
hobby retail store, offering tens of thousands of products from a variety of publishers to customers all over the world.
Submitted by: E. Thomas
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
03/23/2016 - Game Insight Celebrates Easter with New UpdatesGame Insight Celebrates Easter with a Basketful of Egg-cellent Updates
Vilnius, Lithuania – 22 March 2016
– Whether it’s the rising temperatures, the budding flowers, or the damply delightful return of morning
dew, Spring has a special place in all of our hearts. And if you’re one particular bunny - a very big bunny
- Spring is the most special time of all, because it means Easter has finally arrived.
Game Insight is revelling
in the holiday fun this Spring with the release of holiday content across their wide library of games. Highlights include:
·Cloud Raiders: The Hopping Cult is approaching! These Easter warriors and their leader, the
mighty Egg'o'nator, are hatching their plans to assault your island. Train your troops, polish your Big Berthas, and delay
your dragons' dinner, because battle is about to be joined!
·Mystery Manor: Get ready to embark
on an exciting Easter Miracle quest, and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit. Meet the Easter Bunny, assemble Easter Collections,
and open Easter Eggs with your friends to receive plenty of unique rewards as you prepare for the holiday.
·The
Tribez: The Spring Festival has begun, and plenty of springtime bunnies have been hiding their eggs on different
islands for you to find. Collect them all to complete a special Spring collection in the Rarity Collector’s Wonder Reel,
and finish every Festival task to earn a special gift: Spring Big Ears!
·2020: My Country: The
Easter Bunny has hopped into town, and he needs your help to decorate the city and wow your residents. Ready your community
with more than 20 Spring buildings and decorations, including Easter Eggs, Flower Bed and Cake Shops. Paint your country brightly
and get ready to welcome Spring!
·Paradise Island 2: A theatrical production is underway
in your resort community this Easter, complete with a holiday feast. You’ll need to complete brand new mini-games to
choose the perfect meals and help the actors perform their best. Easter themed buildings and decorations add to the fun, complete
with an Easter Egg exchange with tourists and other players.
Want even more goodness in your Easter basket? Game
Insight has additionally released seasonally appropriate content in the following games: Paradise Island, Big Business, Mirrors
of Albion, Love and Dragons, Sunshine Bay and Airport City.
Supporting images can be found in Game Insight’s
Easter press kit. For more information on the complete Game Insight library, please visit
game-insight.com.
About Game Insight:
Founded in
2009, Game Insight is the world’s leading innovator of mobile and social games, creating
exceptional gameplay experiences across casual to hardcore titles. With more than 300 million players, Game Insight is one
of the largest games companies in the world. The company is pushing the boundaries of technology and graphics across all platforms
to make the most entertaining and fun experiences for everyone.
The company is based in Vilnius, Lithuania with
10 development studios across Eastern Europe. For more information go to http://www.game-insight.com/ . Or, follow us on Twitter @game_insightSubmitted by: E. Thomas
Tuesday, March 22, 2016
03/22/2016 - Metal Assault Joins WarpPortalMETAL ASSAULT JOINS WARPPORTAL AS AN ACTION PACKED 2D SIDE SCROLLER WITH
ROUGH ‘EM UP, SHOOT ‘EM UP FUN!
Metal Assault arrives back in North American and English speaking territories!
It will be available on the Steam platform and through Warpportal download. Warpportal is really excited to get involved with
the Metal Assault community that has been hungering for the resurgence of this title for years! Pre-registered
users on will get special bonus’ and are invited to the game’s soft launch at the beginning of March 2016.
You can download and play Metal Assault through Warpportal!
You can also play Metal Assault on Steam!
Facebook Official Facebook PageTwitter Official Twitter accountAbout Metal Assault
Metal
Assault is a free to play, action packed, 2D side-sccroller with rough ‘em up, shoot ‘em up fun! Grab some
friends, grab a weapon and get in the thick of battle with defense specialist Carl, sharpshooter Marie, the brute force of
Burton, and tactical expert Ai! The future is full of warfare, and our heroes each have their own reasons for joining the
fight! Purchase weapon and tactical upgrades to do the most damage and help your team to victory! This game features various
player modes including Mission Mode, Co-Op vs Zombies, Battle Modes like Death Match, Capture the Flag and Zombie Infection,
and PVP. Developed by GNISoft, Metal Assault is returning to online gaming with much fanfare and the help
of Warpportal. More information can be found at www.PlayMetalAssault.com .
About WarpPortal
Developed by
world renowned Massively Multiplayer Online Game (MMORPG) publishing giant, Gravity Interactive, Inc., WarpPortal
is the newest online platform for North American gamers. Users able to utilize a single login-account for multiple game access
and manage their online accounts for some of the hottest online titles including Ragnarok Online, Rose Online,
Requiem: Memento Mori, Ragnarok II, Dragon Saga, casual games and more. Additional highlights of the site
include community forums, online support and the Gateway system-an application that provides users’ access to gaming
news, community communication and music all from one online application. More information can be found at www.warpportal.com
The statements made in this press
release that are not historical facts are "forward-looking statements." These forward-looking statements are based
on current expectations and assumptions that are subject to risks and uncertainties. The Company cautions readers of this
press release that a number of important factors could cause this event’s actual future results to differ materially
from those expressed in any such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, without limitation, product delays, industry
competition, rapid changes in technology and industry standards, protection of proprietary rights, maintenance of relationships
with key personnel, vendors and third-party developers, international economic and political conditions. The Company may change
its intention, belief or expectation, at any time and without notice, based upon any changes in such factors, in the Company's
assumptions or otherwise. The Company undertakes no obligation to release publicly any revisions to any forward-looking statements
to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
Submitted
by: E. Thomas
Monday, March 21, 2016
03/21/2016 - Payday 2 out now for SteamOSStarbreeze AB : PAYDAY 2 for SteamOS out now - Free for existing PAYDAY
2 owners on the Steam platform
The SteamOS version of PAYDAY 2 will continuously be updated day and date with the existing Windows version
of the game. PAYDAY 2 on Steam can be found here: http://store.steampowered.com/app/218620/First launched in 2011, PAYDAY is a cooperative first-person
shooter computer and video game franchise with more than 9 million players on PC, PlayStation 3, PlayStation 4, Xbox 360 and
Xbox One.
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