Tate Multimedia, the company behind Kao the Kangaroo, announced today that its transitioning from a self-publisher to a fully-fledged publisher of third-party titles.
Tate Multimedia (@TateMultimedia) - which recently shipped its internally developed Kao the Kangarooacross multiple platforms simultaneously - says the decision to communicate about its publishing venture reflects the natural evolution and expansion of its business.
Over the years, award-winning Tate Multimedia has assembled a dream team of passionate and highly experienced individuals with decades of industry experience. The publisher is already working on a series of unannounced projects from various partners around the globe but plans to only release a few carefully selected titles per year.
Benefits of a Tate Multimedia collaboration:
Publishing Services – Full life-cycle support, from development to distribution.
Financing – Investment offer as early as pre-vertical slice, even for a first project.
Ownership – IP remains with the developer even when financing the whole game.
Returns – Revenue share from day one.
Consulting – Help with aligning the creative vision with audience expectations through market analysis and insights, product strategy, and regular development feedback.
Promotion – Comprehensive marketing and PR support: we are loud, experienced, energetic, and passionate!
Sales – Broadest possible uptake is ensured via an established sales network, from first-party platforms, through digital and retail distributors, to streaming services.
Tate Multimedia is looking to bring the most stand-out indie games to major platforms, building on a long history of industry success to create an exciting future for its partners and for gamers.
Thunderful welcomes Jon Rooke as the new Vice President of Marketing. Jon joins Thunderful with over 25 years of experience in the games industry, most recently working as Senior Director, International Marketing and Communications at 2K Games, where he was responsible for leading marketing and communications across EMEA, Australia and New Zealand.
Jon’s impressive resume also includes roles working at internationally renowned companies like THQ, Microsoft, SEGA and Creative Assembly, holding senior leadership roles.
Jon Rooke, VP of Marketing at Thunderful
“I’m thrilled to be joining a growing and dynamic company like Thunderful" said Jon Rooke, VP of Marketing at Thunderful. “I’m looking forward to bringing my experience of working on both established franchises and launching new IP to Thunderful and sharing my knowledge with their talented teams.”
"Jon’s incredible experience and background of working for some of the biggest players in the games industry is going be an invaluable resource to Thunderful and we are excited to have him join our growing team as Vice President of Marketing,” said Agostino Simonetta, Chief Games Officer of Thunderful. “Jon will complement the fantastic team we already have here working to grow our successful games business.”
Top Hat Studios, Inc. and indie developer Molegato confirmed that Frogun will launch on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4/5, Nintendo Switch, and PC on August 2. Join Renata as she adventures across a world of mystical ruins with the titular FROGUN!
Frogun is an old-school platformer with the soul of the PS1/N64 era, in which your frog-shaped grappling hook is your best friend! Take on the role of Renata, a little girl with an unusual sidekick, a frog that’s a gun - the Frogun - but also her best friend.
Renata is left at base camp by her explorer parents whilst they set out on an expedition to the Beelzebub ruins. When they mysteriously disappear, Renata must set out on a rescue mission with the help of their latest invention – the Frogun, an intelligent, frog-shaped grappling tool. Rich in depth, collectables, challenges, and featuring vibrant crisp pixel graphics,players journey with Renata and her best friend, the titular Frogun. Through mystical jungle ruins, dark depths, freezing snow caps, and scorching lava swamps, you’ll hunt for treasure, dodge perilous hazards, and fight enemies and challenging bosses along the way.
Check out the new trailer showcasing the colourful good vibes of the game.
Frogun releases for Xbox One/Series X|S, PS4/5, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam on August 2nd, 2022!
Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world twisted by supernatural forces.
After escaping their devastated homeland, Amicia and Hugo travel far south, to new regions and vibrant cities. There, they attempt to start a new life and control Hugo’s curse. But, when Hugo’s powers reawakern, death and destruction return in a flood of devouring rats. Forced to flee once more, the siblings place their hopes in a prophesized island that may hold the key to saving Hugo. Discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell, overcoming foes and challenges with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers.
Watch the all-new A Plague Tale: Requiem extended gameplay trailer and get ready for a heart-rending journey of struggle and survival.
The game is available to pre-order on Xbox Series X|S for $59.99. You can pre-download A Plague Tale: Requiem for Xbox Series X|S today, but it will not be playable until the official release date (check the Xbox Store for release date in your region).
A Plague Tale: Requiem launches on Xbox Series X and Series S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, Microsoft Windows on October 18, 2022.
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Aviary Studios confirmed that its upcoming interactive live-action video game, The Gallery, will be launching for Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, Android and iOS platforms from the 1st August, 2022. Watch the new trailer!
The Galleryis a thrilling combination of hostage thriller and social drama with a dash of world film festival cinema aesthetic. This new, intense trailer has been created to engage both gamers and interactive film fans with its blend of powerful visuals depicting the games’ two time periods - 1981 and 2021, both of which are of considerable political, social and cultural significance in UK history.
The Gallery will be rolling out from the 1st August 2022 on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, Steam (PC and Mac), iOS and Android platforms.
GameMill Entertainment and Flux Games announced thatCobra Kai 2: Dojos RIsing (@CobraKaiGame) will be releasing in 2022 on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam.
Eagle Fang, Cobra Kai, Miyagi-Do – which is your dojo? That choice begins your journey, but then it’s up to you to recruit the most powerful team as you master your fighting style and battle to solidify your dojo’s legacy as the All Valley Karate Grand Champion!
Cobra Kai 2 features:
Exciting Game Modes: Jump into Story Mode and immerse yourself in an exciting new storyline that will have you fighting your way to the All Valley Tournament, or play Cobra Classics and relive epic moments from the show and more!
Select Your Dojo, Build Your Strength: Choose from Eagle Fang, Cobra Kai or Miyagi-Do dojos, and increase your skills by collecting chi and coins. Recruit and train new members to become the most powerful dojo and seal your destiny as the Grand Champion of the All Valley Tournament.
28 Playable Characters: Play as your favorite characters from the show’s expansive roster, and use their special abilities and skills on your path to victory!
Online VS. Tournament: Jump into online Tournament mode and compete in the All Valley Tournament. Fight your way to secure your legacy as the ultimate champion.
Cobra Kai 2: Dojos Rising is available for pre-order at major retailers for $49.99.
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