Neon Blood is a JRPG/Graphic Adventure with a 2.5D aesthetic based on the use of 2D PixelArt sprites with 3D-modeled environments.
In the year 2053, after the Third World War, humanity was reduced to a single megacity, Viridis, formed by two cities, the luxurious Bright City and the dystopian Blind City.
Axel McCoin, a detective from Blind City, will be motivated by his ideals to rebel against the injustices caused by the drastic class difference between the two cities that exist in the dystopian society they inhabit, becoming a symbol of a revolution.
Chimera Entertainment confirmed that Strategy 4X title, Songs of Silence, will release in Spring 2024. The game will be released first on PC, with console versions to follow.
Songs of Silence is a story-rich strategy game for PC and console, set in two distinct fantasy worlds threatened by the all-devouring Silence. The game features a unique mix of turn-based kingdom management, exploration, and hero development, contrasted with short and intense real-time battles. Featuring a beautiful orchestral soundtrack by Hitoshi Sakimoto, composer for Final Fantasy Tactics and Final Fantasy XII.
Beautiful, Art Nouveau-inspired graphics
Fueled by the work of Alphonse Mucha and other proponents of the Art Nouveau style, Songs of Silence bucks the strategy trend of muddy maps and dour, anonymous units by bringing beautiful, colorful visuals to the genre.
Songs of Silence features
Classic 4X Strategy - Lead mighty armies conscripted from a roster of over 100 units as you explore beautiful handmade campaigns and custom multiplayer maps. Outwit your opponents by laying deadly ambushes in the terrain or march right up to the front gates to lay siege to their cities. Manage hard-won resources to rebuild a ravaged realm and defeat your rival kingdoms.
Innovative battle system - Play intense, fast-paced battles as the armies of the realms clash in vicious combat. Set your formation and prepare to engage the enemy, using tactical orders, reinforcements, and divine powers to turn the tide of conflict.
Cards - Songs of Silence offers a fresh take on cards. Instead of collecting and building a deck of cards which are dealt in hands, cards in Songs of Silence represent unique actions granted by heroes and locations. These are then played on the campaign map or during our real-time battles to influence outcome via troop orders, status effects, or direct damage.
Three distinct, powerful factions - Each faction and hero has their distinct play style, both on the strategic map and in battle. Choose from hundreds of card effects, from celestial summons to burning down entire cities. The options are nearly limitless.
Songs of Silence, debuted a brand new trailer during the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted event on November 30th, 2023. Alongside the trailer, a release window of Spring 2024 was confirmed for the game. Songs of Silence will be released first on PC, with console versions to follow.
Monaco Esports (@MonacoEsports) has made a stunning move in the esports scene by signing the two best Fortnite (@FortniteGame) players in the world, Veno and Merstach. With these two stars on their roster, Monaco is poised to dominate the global Fortnite tournaments.
With this announcement, Monaco Esports has sent a clear message to its rivals: they are here to win, and they have the team to do it. The esports world will undoubtedly be riveted on the performances of Veno and Merstach as they embark on this exciting new chapter of their careers.
Veno, known for his tactical skills and nimble gameplay, has been a key player in many victorious tournaments and is hailed as the most skilled player on the Fortnite scene. He brings to Monaco Esports unparalleled game experience and mastery.
Veno
Merstach, on the other hand, is famous for his aggressive playstyle and shooting prowess. His ability to take down opponents with surgical precision has established him as one of the game's most feared players.
Merstach
Together, Veno and Merstach form a devastating combination, and their integration within Monaco Esports promises to spark fireworks in upcoming tournaments.
Louis Ducruet, co-owner of Monaco Esports in an enthusiastic statement, said: "We are incredibly proud to welcome Veno and Merstach into our family. Their talent, dedication, and passion for the game align perfectly with our philosophy and ambitions. We are confident that this signing will place us at the pinnacle of the international esports scene."
The arrival of these two star players, coupled with the expertise of Monaco Esports' coaching staff, heralds an era of domination for the team in Fortnite competition. Fans are eagerly awaiting the opportunity to see these two giants collaborate and elevate an already highly skilled team.
The next step for Monaco is the next World Cup at Copenhagen the October 13th, 2023.
Super Space Club, a retro-style arcade space shooter by solo developer GrahamOfLegend, has announced its launch date of August 4th on Xbox and PC at the Guerrilla Collective Online Showcase and The MIX Indie Showcase from The Completionist. Think Asteroids meets Star Fox with a remarkable chill-hop soundtrack. #idxbox
Super Space Club is a vibrant endless gunner set to the backdrop of chill, lo-fi music. Embark into the far reaches of space and soar through the stars with smooth physics-based thrusting. Across all of the pilots, ships, and weapons featured in-game, Super Space Club offers 100+ build combinations catered to any playstyle. Sling fireworks with the explosive Olly or dish out ship-seeking shots with the stealthy Roscoe. No matter the approach, seasoned pilots must be wary of their ship’s energy while shooting. Depleted energy opens the window for devastating run-ending damage. Lock in the balance between attack and retreat, and defend the galaxy against endless waves of enemy spacecrafts.
Despite the challenge that gameplay may bring, space can be quite the dope place to chill. Missouri-based audio duo Fat Bard provides a soothing musical backdrop for the otherwise intense space battles. The original score of lo-fi beats and chill-hop tunes features vocal artists from around the globe, including reggae artist and fellow Jamaican Rizk, American hip-hop artist Artclasshero, and French vocalist Oré. Balancing a unique contrast between relaxing music and challenging gameplay, Super Space Club delivers an inherently unique arcade experience.
Super Space Club Features:
Harness physics-based thrusting mechanics and outlast your enemies.
Groove to an original lo-fi score from Fat Bard.
Immerse yourself in wave-based arcade space battles.
Various characters, weapons, and ships offer 100+ build combinations.
Soar across a colorful and vibrant aesthetic.
Vibes.
Super Space Club launches on Xbox and PC on August 4th. Check out the official launch date reveal trailer.
Madowl Games revealed their new stealth title 'The Directorate: The Spy Who Killed A Saint', which will feature a captivating narrative by industry veteran Steve Ince, is set to release on consoles and PC.
The year is 1964. The Directorate, a UK secret intelligence agency, has received a cryptic message suggesting a new player has stepped onto the world stage with the potential to upset global stability.
In The Directorate, operate as a spy vying to avert inconceivable destruction. Avoid, fight and outwit countless grunts, guards and bosses. The 60s-themed, comical experience challenges the player to disrupt the dastardly plans of a malevolent overlord within pre-set, in-game hours. Influenced by nostalgic classics such as Metal Gear Solid, the game shines a light on top-down espionage gameplay.
Madowl Games will be working with industry veteran Steve Ince to create a compelling and exciting narrative. Steve is best known for his work on Broken Sword: The Sleeping Dragon, In Cold Blood and So Blonde.
The Directorate: The Spy Who Killed A Saint Features:
Stealth: The core gameplay mechanic will be an effective stealth system. High contrast shadows, environmental options and intelligent AI will form the foundation of a suspenseful and exciting stealth experience.
Fixed time events: The game will run on an internal clock. Scripted events will occur across the in-game world at specific times. Once passed, many events will not re-occur. It's up to the player to choose what events are worthy of their attention. Players will collect information and automatically log events in their spy notebook for future reference.
Comedy: Humour abounds across multiple scenarios worldwide. The Directorate does not take itself too seriously and leans towards the funnier side of elite espionage.
The Directorate: The Spy Who Killed A Saint will be developed with a view to releasing on consoles and PC.
Modulate, creators of voice technology that elevates the health and safety of online communities, today announced that it has partnered with ADL (the Anti-Defamation League) to support their Center for Technology and Society (CTS) in scaling its work to combat hate in online gaming spaces.
ADL has a proud history of monitoring antisemitism and extremism online to ensure the safety of Jewish communities and other marginalized groups from coast to coast. Since early 2017, ADL’s Center for Technology and Society has led the charge against cyber hate. CTS convenes key stakeholders such as technology companies, NGOs, and academics to measure and stop the spread of cyber hate. As ADL and CTS continue to expand their research in the games industry, Modulate will be able to apply these learnings in the continued development of ToxMod and other products designed to help studios and development teams fight hate online.
“ADL is thrilled to partner with Modulate to advance our shared goals of a hate-free digital world,” said Daniel Kelley, Director of Strategy and Operations at CTS. “Digital spaces,
especially online gaming communities, offer wonderful opportunities for entertainment and positive interpersonal experiences but have the potential to become havens of online hate, with over 80% of adult gamers experiencing harassment.”
“The ADL’s research has been a driving force in Modulate’s development of ToxMod to fight toxic behavior in online games,” said Hank Howie, Games Industry Evangelist at Modulate. “Becoming an ADL Corporate Partner Against Hate is a real validation of our efforts to address the growing problem of toxic behavior.”
ToxMod is gaming’s only proactive, voice-native moderation solution. Built on advanced machine learning technology and designed with player safety and privacy in mind, ToxMod triages voice chat to flag bad behavior, analyzes the nuances of each conversation to determine toxicity, and enables
moderators to quickly respond to each incident by supplying relevant and accurate context. In contrast to reactive reporting systems, which rely on players to take the effort to report bad behavior, ToxMod is the only voice moderation solution in games today that enables studios to respond proactively to toxic behavior and prevent harm from escalating.
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