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Okami™ HD and Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess™ Bundle released to celebrate reveal of Okami sequel at The Game Awards 2024

In celebration of the newly announced Okami™ sequel project revealed during The Game Awards 2024, Capcom have released a special bundle including Okami™ HD and nominee for Best Sim/Strategy Game at The Game Awards 2024, Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess™. The Okami + Kunitsu-Gami Bundle will be available on Steam, Windows, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One today, with PlayStation 4 & 5 versions dropping in the next few days. Capcom invites players to enjoy the unique Japanese-style art direction, and vibrant characters and worlds that these two titles bring, featuring a special discounted price for a limited time.

Capcom also released a new title update for Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, which introduces a number of new elements to the game. Updates to the game include added speedrun missions for several boss battles, new Mazo Talismans rewarded on completion of the speedrun missions, and detailed results information for tracking progress through New Game+. A number of display options and camera configurations have also been added, along with a number of known issue fixes. The title update is free and available now for all players.

Stay tuned for more details on the Okami sequel project! And for more information on Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, visit the official website and X page. Additional assets can be found on the Capcom Press Center.

About Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess is a Japanese folklore-inspired action strategy game that introduces players to the luscious land of Mt. Kafuku, a beautiful mountain home to peaceful villagers and animals. What was once full of life, nature, and vibrant beauty is now overtaken by an ominous defilement and the Seethe, throwing those who live on it into turmoil. Sway, slash, and strategise your way to the Torii gates as Soh, the guardian whose goal is to protect the mountain’s Maiden Yoshiro from the sinister Seethe. The Maiden of the mountain is blessed with sacred powers that purge the defilement through majestic, ceremonial kagura dances.

About Okami HD
Originally released in 2006 and set in a beautiful Japanese-style world, take on the role of Amaterasu and embark on an adventure to restore life to the land in this beloved action-adventure game. Experience colorful action and meet a cast of quirky characters, while overcoming enemies with its unique game system, the Celestial Brush. Featuring a unique world, a heartwarming story, and breathtaking Sumi-e ink art style visuals, Okami continues to be loved by fans all over the world, almost 20 years after its original release. Okami HD was released in 2017 and delivers the critically acclaimed masterpiece with its renowned Sumi-e ink art style in breathtaking high resolution.

About Capcom
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or news.capcomusa.com.

Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil and Street Fighter are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries, in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

Revenge of the Savage Planet locked in for May 2025 as Raccoon Logic Announces Release Window

Montreal, 5th December, 2024 – Raccoon Logic have revealed their self published, sci-fi adventure Revenge of the Savage Planet will release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox one, and PC in May 2025. Shown as part of the PC Gaming Show, the new trailer also sees the return of Martin Tweed (of Journey to the Savage Planet fame), and reveals his new nemesis, Gunther Harrison, along with some never before seen gameplay.

Bringing back everything players love from their first intergalactic adventure, but bigger and better in every way – Revenge of the Savage Planet has more planets, gear, critters, laughs, and is 1000x more gooey. The second chapter in the Savage Planet universe also welcomes back Kindred Aerospace CEO Martin Tweed, as he sets his sights on knocking fellow CEO, Gunther Harrison, down a few pegs in some interstellar corporate conflict.

Abandoned on an alien planet after your mission to colonize space is deemed too costly by Alta Interglobal, your now former employer, you’ll head out to explore strange new lands, scavenge what you can from the vibrant landscape, and repurpose your salvage in an attempt to return home. Your intergalactic exploration will see you scanning plants, capturing creatures, upgrading gear, and unearthing secrets aplenty as you jump, slide, and shoot your way across alien worlds.

Welcome Back, Explorer!
https://youtu.be/7WQ8EEDycDk?si=y9bJCHD20yKMqBVS

Alex Hutchinson, Creative Director, Raccoon Logic said: “We’re thrilled to share that Revenge of the Savage Planet launches in May next year. This new chapter sees the return of everyone’s favorite Kindred Aerospace CEO, Martin Tweed, as he rallies the troops against his new nemesis, Gunther Harrison, the CEO of Alta Interglobal. While that’s all we can say on Tweed and Gunther for now, we hope you enjoy watching the story unfold as you explore the far reaches of space, stick your nose in every nook and cranny, and work on serving up some delicious, delicious revenge.”

Depending on your preference for pioneering, Revenge of the Savage Planet can be played solo, or co-op (either split screen / couch co-op or online!), with the latter allowing you to use the marvel of the modern day internet to play with your pals on your platform of choice with crossplay.

An in depth look at Revenge of the Savage Planet will drop 17th December at 2pm GMT, so stay tuned as we throw back the curtain and reveal more on some of the new planets, equipment, creatures, abilities, and laughs that await you at launch next year.

Revenge of the Savage Planet will be available in both digital and physical formats from select retailers, with a Day One Edition available which includes an exclusive in-game ‘Hot Wizz’ spacesuit, and an aromatic scratch ‘n’ sniff art card.

Revenge of the Savage Planet Key Features:

Third-Person Online Co-Op & Crossplay – Play with your best friend, partner or hellspawn on/or between any platform and now in third-person! You’ll be tasked with fully exploring and understanding these beautiful alien landscapes and uncovering its secrets.
Couch Co-Op with Split Screen – Experience the nostalgia tinged joy of sitting on the same couch and playing on the same screen with someone you love, like the olden days but with 100% more corporate satire
Survive a FOUR Savage PlanetS – Populate your Kindex by exploring four large, vibrant worlds each with their own weird and wonderful plants and creatures. Scan everything, catalog everything, hopefully increase your clearance level… and you might even unlock new (yet still 4th best) gear! Plus… there may be more than four planets. Maybe.
Space Action & Adventure – Run, Jump, Shoot, Grind, Stomp, Dodge, Slide, Lasso and Grapple your way through the world! While you’re at it you’ll also be experimenting with three different types of gameplay goo, most of which are highly flammable! Overcome challenging combat encounters with alien boss battles, suggestive fauna, problematic software and maybe even a greedy CEO.
Habitat & Character Customization – Alien plants! Exciting gear! Weird rocks! Each planet is packed with nooks and crannies hiding all manner of rewards and secrets. While you’re at it you can even customize yourself, and your tiny habitat-like corner of the universe.
Collect Alien Creatures – Intergalactic Hoarders can also use their Lasso to Capture and Collect dozens of strange creatures, then go visit them once they’re relocated “happily placed” in Pens outside your customizable space trailer in scenic Nu Florida. After all, who is the real dangerous enemy, the corporate profiteers who fired you or a slimy exploding alien creature?
SAVAGE PLANET FRANCHISE – Originally released on Xbox, PS4, Epic Games Store, Steam, Stadia and Switch platforms enabling fun space adventures for millions of players across the globe. The original game earned multiple awards as a humorous, cooperative indie adventure, Typhoon Studios captured attention of press, creators and earned its Very Positive consumer ratings and Critics endorsements.

For more information on Revenge of the Savage Planet please like us on X and Instagram, follow on Facebook and Tik Tok, subscribe on YouTube, and check out the official website.

About Racoon Logic

A friendly pirate crew having fun making indie games, and sometimes causing mischief. Hand crafted. Super spicy. Irreverent and earnest. We make games we want to play, for people who love discovering new wacky worlds, messing around with surprising and fresh mechanics, and playing games their own way.

For more information, please contact:

Stefano Petrullo, CEO, Renaissance PR

stefano@renaissancepr.biz

Greg Jones, Head of Comms, Renaissance PR

greg@renaissancepr.biz

Rebecca Nicol, Senior Account Manager, Renaissance PR

rebecca@renaissancepr.biz

Matthew Taylor, Content Creator Specialist, Renaissance PR

matthew@renaissancepr.biz

Reid Schneider, Studio Head, Raccoon Logic

reid@raccoonlogic.com

Dungeons and Ducklings releasing on PC December 15th

The addicting, QuackMan RogueLite is coming to PC on Dec 15^th
Linux and Quack-intosh releases will be shortly after, also it will be coming to Nintendo Switch in 2025

I’m feeling so Ducky to share the full game with all of you. Save your ducklings, and battle the Evil Lich and his giant bosses. This game brings the arcade classic PacMan into the modern indie age. This QuackMan Roguelite will pull you into a flow state and make you think, “Just one more run”!

The game features award winning music composed by the incredibly talented Richard Shallbetter and Mike Rieckenberg “Specks”, gorgeous and adroable pixel art, and incredibly addictive gameplay.

Play the free demo here

An evil Lich has stolen your ducklings, and you are a very ANGRY Mama Duck.

My feathers are puffed up and proud to unveil the full game of Dungeons and Ducklings. Every run you collect coins PacMan style. Each coin charges your equipped weapon allowing you to attack, breaking walls and killing enemies. After every run, head to Toe Beans cafe to purchase meta progression upgrades, and also unlock equipment that all visually changes your outfit.

Adorable with Attitude

Put your peepers on this gorgeous hand made pixel art, which perfectly captures the adorable attitude of the game. The pastel style intro scene brings Mama Duck and her ducklings tragic tale to life.

Beautiful pixel art brings out the angry attitude of Mama Duck while her yellow tail-feathers harken back to the retro classic that inspired it all.

Play fashion ducks to mix and match Mama Duck’s outfits. A wide variety of unlockable hats, capes, weapons, and more can all be seen on Mama Duck as she bashes her way through the Dungeons. Each piece of gear provides you with a passive or active power.

Full Game Features

Features multiple giant bosses that destroy the map while you battle them.
A bumping soundtrack will pull you into the flow state. Voted best music at 2D Con!
A wide variety of enemies to battle, zones to fight through, and traps to avoid.
Full voice acting and writing that will quack you up.

Thank you all for diving into Dungeons and Ducklings., a family friendly game. Older gamers will instantly recognize the gameplay, and young gamers will fall in love with the charm and simple controls.

Watch the release trailer here

Genshin Impact Version 5.1 arriving October 9th

Singapore, September 27, 2024 – HoYoverse announced the upcoming release of Genshin Impact Version 5.1, titled “The Rainbow Destined to Burn,” on October 9th today. The main story will continue in the new region of Natlan, where Xilonen will join as a master forger and a dependable ally in combat and exploration. Meanwhile, Sumeru will celebrate the return of the Sabzeruz Festival, filled with joy, festivities, and a special birthday surprise for Nahida.

Check out Genshin Impact Version 5.1 trailer here:
https://youtu.be/yJ-tllvBvmI

Following the last Archon Quest, Natlan is in urgent need of assistance to save herself from destruction and the looming threat of the Abyss. While players and Xilonen work together to forge an Ancient Name for the Traveler, Citlali, a member of the Masters of the Night-Wind, will finally appear to lend a hand. Meanwhile, her fellow tribe member, Ororon, is devising a secret plan. Players’ efforts to rescue Natlan will be rewarded, as they can claim an additional 500 Primogems by completing the two new acts of the Archon Quest in Version 5.1. Additionally, up to 400 Primogems can be obtained by completing specific World Quests and gaining Natlan Exploration Progress.

Xilonen, renowned for crafting legendary items like the Pyro Archon’s sunglasses, is not only a talented smith but also an agile and reliable warrior. Unlike traditional climbers, this five-star Geo Sword wielder can skate effortlessly and execute agile leaps along cliff walls. In combat, Xilonen demonstrates versatile support skills by reducing enemies’ Elemental RES or healing her teammates, thanks to her unique combat equipment: Samplers. All three Samplers initially record Geo Source Samples, which Xilonen can instantly activate using her Elemental Skill to reduce enemies’ Geo Elemental RES while enhancing her Normal and Plunging Attack DMG. When she teams up with Hydro, Pyro, Cryo, or Electro characters, the Source Samples will undergo Elemental Conversion and change colors, but they can only be activated after maxing out her Nightsoul Points through Normal Attacks, allowing her to reduce the corresponding Elemental RES of enemies. If at least two Source Samples change color, Xilonen can activate them more rapidly, shifting her Elemental Burst from dealing Geo AoE DMG to healing nearby active teammates. Additionally, she can help the team regain a certain amount of Phlogiston by triggering a Nightsoul Transmission.

In the Version 5.1 Event Wishes, Xilonen will feature in the first half alongside the rerun of Chiori, while the second half brings back Nahida and Hu Tao. As more allies join the team, Natlan introduces a new Enemy Boss: the “Secret Source Constructor,” an ancient construction machine with a lethal nature that awaits challengers in a long-forgotten cave.

Back in Sumeru, the streets come alive with joyful rhythms during the Sabzeruz Festival, honoring the birthday of Lesser Lord Kusanali. This year, players will reunite with Dehya, Tighnari, and Collei to prepare a heartwarming birthday surprise for Nahida, taking on the special role of Knight of Flowers to escort her carriage through the festival parade. In Port Ormos, the festivities feature a series of mini-games, including “Rocking Carriage,” where players control a carriage to collect flowers and dodge obstacles; “Interreflection of Reality and Dreams,” which challenges players to spot anomalies in the dream world; and a combat challenge where participants fight as the Knight of Flowers. By earning enough Festive Fervor through these activities, players can claim various rewards, including a chance to recruit Candace for free.

Version 5.1 also introduces several quality-of-life improvements for the Spiral Abyss, character ascension, Artifacts, and Echo Cosmetics. In the Spiral Abyss, a new skip feature allows players to bypass Floor 9 if they achieved full stars on Floor 11 in the previous update. Similarly, players who completed Floor 12 with full stars can skip both Floors 9 and 10. Character ascension has become more intuitive, with inventory updates displaying the quantities of craftable materials. A new formula filter at the Crafting Bench will also simplify crafting management. Additionally, in the character Artifact interface, Artifact Set filters and affix sorting preferences for individual slots will now be saved, eliminating the need to reset them after each session. Lastly, Zhongli and Keqing’s Echoes can now be obtained by completing new Envisaged Echoes challenges introduced in the latest update.

Genshin Impact Version 5.1 will be arriving on October 9. With cross-progression and Co-Op functions, players can enjoy their adventure across PlayStation®, PC, Android, and iOS. The game has been rated T for Teen by ESRB on PS5, PS4, PC, and Google Play, and 12+ on iOS. For more information, please visit the official website (genshin.hoyoverse.com) or follow @GenshinImpact on X, Instagram, and Facebook.

About Genshin Impact
Genshin Impact is a free-to-play open-world adventure RPG that brings players to the visually stunning world of Teyvat. The player takes on the role of the mysterious “Traveler,” who sets off on a journey to discover the fate of their lost sibling. Starting from Version 5.0, Natlan, the sixth of the seven nations is open for exploration. Players can explore each nation with unique cultures and vast landscapes, meet a diverse cast of characters, master the art of element-based combat, and unveil the secrets of Teyvat. With cross-progression and Co-Op functions, players can now continue their adventure across PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PC, Android, and iOS alone or with friends.

About HoYoverse
HoYoverse is committed to providing immersive virtual world experiences to players around the world. We have brought fans popular games including Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, Honkai Impact 3rd, Tears of Themis, and Zenless Zone Zero, as well as a wide range of entertainment content.
Community is at the heart of everything we do. We are devoted to engaging fans and fostering an enthusiastic and inclusive global community that provides access and encouragement for people to share their passion for ACG (Animation, Comics, and Games) through their own creativity and skills.
Pushing the boundaries of imagination, we consistently explore cutting-edge game development technologies, and have accumulated leading technical capabilities in cel shading, cloud gaming, and other fields.
In the future, we will continue to expand our content production, technology research, and publishing duties through operations in offices in Singapore, Montreal, Los Angeles, Tokyo, Seoul, and other areas.

Media Contact:
Steven Ruygrok: steve.ruygrok@hoyoverse.com
Xin Yang: xin.yang@hoyoverse.com
Amos Yeo Kaizong (SEA): amos.yeo@hoyoverse.com

Within the Cosmos upcoming release announced by debdev

AUG. 30, 2024 — Indie game developer debdev is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of Within the Cosmos, a single-player first-person sci-fi RPG set in a richly detailed universe. Set for release on October 4th, this game invites players to awaken in a secluded star system where they will encounter a fractured human society on the brink of collapse amidst an emerging android threat.

Watch Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5mGfULVcsA

Discover a World on the Brink in Within the Cosmos

The year is 2278, and humanity teeters on the edge of extinction. Players assume the role of one of 500 members of the United Earth Space Agency (UESA), who were placed in cryogenic sleep and launched aboard a starship to the remote Adallio star system, far from the war-torn Earth. Upon awakening generations later, they find a human society divided into factions, each with its own politics, philosophies, and ambitions. To make matters worse, a deadly android enemy has appeared, threatening the fragile peace.

Shape the Future of Humanity Through Your Choices

Players must navigate this divided world, where their choices will influence the outcome of the story. Will they unite the factions or deepen the divides? Will they find the truth behind the android threat or become another victim of it?

Key Features of Within the Cosmos include:

Character Creation: Players can fully customize their character’s appearance, attributes, and background, creating a unique protagonist to navigate the cosmos.
Deep Skill System: As players level up, they can invest in 11 different skills, ranging from intimidation to hacking, allowing for diverse playstyles and strategic gameplay.
Hacking Mechanics: Use advanced hacking abilities to manipulate the environment, gather intel, disable security, and create tactical advantages.
Neural Interface Mods (NIMs): Unlock new abilities such as Cloak and Time Dilation, providing strategic options for combat and exploration.
Factions: Engage with various factions, each with its own ideology and goals. Players can choose to ally with them, betray them, or eliminate them, shaping the world around them.
Exploration: Explore hand-crafted celestial bodies across the Adallio star system, each filled with unique environments, missions, and secrets.
Meaningful Choices: Every decision counts, with multiple ways to approach objectives, engage in dialogue, and shape the game’s ending.
Weapon Customization: Upgrade and personalise a wide variety of weapons to suit individual playstyles.

A Passion Project Years in the Making

“Within the Cosmos has been a part of my life for nearly a decade,” said Debdev, the creator of Within the Cosmos. “Inspired by the ethical dilemmas of Star Trek and the immersive gameplay of titles like Deus Ex and Fallout, my vision was to create a sci-fi RPG where every choice matters. Despite financial setbacks, I’ve poured my heart into this project and am excited to finally share it with players.”

About debdev

debdev is a solo independent game developer with a passion for creating immersive and thought-provoking experiences. With over 8 years of development on Within the Cosmos, debdev brings a unique blend of storytelling, strategic gameplay, and ethical exploration to the sci-fi RPG genre.

Contact Information

For press inquiries, please contact:

debdev
Email: contact@debdev.net
Website: https://www.withinthecosmos.com
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/618330/Within_the_Cosmos/

Within the Cosmos promises to be a captivating journey into a richly crafted sci-fi world, where every choice will shape the fate of humanity. Prepare to explore, uncover mysteries, and make decisions that will alter the course of history in Within the Cosmos.

GUNDAM BREAKER 4 Landing on Consoles and PC August 29th 2024

GUNDAM BREAKER 4 will launch on August 29th 2024 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and PC via Steam. The game, developed by CRAFTS & MEISTER Co., Ltd, is the next entry in the hack and slash looter franchise and pre-orders are available now.

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In this new GUNDAM BREAKER 4 trailer, players can discover more about the customisation, including the presence of SD Gundam, the possibility to change the size of all parts individually and to create their own colour preset based on either their preferences or their favourite Gundam.

GUNDAM BREAKER 4 will have players fighting their enemies solo or with up to two friends in co-op multiplayer. In addition, the game goes back to the roots of the franchise letting players create the Gunpla of their dreams with a large collection of mobile suits and parts, as well as a new diorama mode.

Digital pre-orders for the Standard, Deluxe and Ultimate edition of GUNDAM BREAKER 4 are now live on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4 and PC via Steam. Digital pre-orders on Nintendo Switch will come at a later date.

Players can now pre-order to get the following bonus:

– RX-78 Gundam Recirculation Color Early Unlock
– Builders Parts Early Unlock

The Deluxe Edition of the game contains the following:
– Season Pass
– Season Pass bonus – Gambarrel Strike Gundam parts (Gundam Breaker Ver.)
– Early unlock for 15 Gunpla parts

The Ultimate Edition, in addition to the Deluxe edition includes:
– Diorama Packs and Diorama Pack set bonus

In addition, a Collector Edition for the game is available on the Bandai Namco Store. This edition includes the Ultimate version of the game, along with a limited edition Gunpla, Gunbarrel Strike Gundam (GUNDAM BREAKER ver.), the digital soundtrack and a steelbook.

MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM is a franchise that celebrates its 45th anniversary this year and was created by Sunrise Inc. The first animation series of the franchise, MOBILE SUIT GUNDAM was first broadcasted in Japan, 1979. Known for its giant mechas called “Mobile Suit” as well as its sci-fi military stories, the franchise grew in popularity and throughout the years and counts now more than 50 TV series, films and OVA, along with lots of merchandise with the most know being Gunpla, plastic model kits with whom people can recreate small versions of their favourite mobile suits.

For more information on GUNDAM BREAKER 4 visit the official page. For other BANDAI NAMCO Europe products, visit their website, follow them on Facebook or X, or subscribe to their YouTube channel.

Italian Video Game Awards

International Industry Leaders Celebrate a lot of Talent!

Milan, 9 June 2022: Italian Interactive Digital Entertainment Association (IIDEA), Italy’s video game trade body representing the national games industry and fostering the growth and development of the sector, is proud to announce the nominees of this year’s prestigious Italian Video Game Awards. The ceremony is set to air in July on the opening night of First Playable 2022; originally the premier international gaming B2B event in Italy, First Playable is making an in-person return following the pandemic for its 4th edition of bringing together the Italian games industry.

In addition to the trio of categories whose nominees are listed below, the Italian Video Game Awards will also bestow recognition on the worthy winners of Outstanding Italian Company and Outstanding Individual Contribution.

“There’s so much talent in the Italian games industry, it’s a privilege to play a role in championing and celebrating it”, said Thalita Malagò, General Manager at IIDEA. “The Italian Video Game Awards put the spotlight on the growth and excellence of our industry. Seeing the work that’s being produced, by larger studios and indie developers alike, it’s clear that the future of Italy’s games industry is bright.”

The jury for this year’s awards was built on a foundation of different perspectives, from both games industry figureheads and leading specialized members of the press. Renowned game developer, studio founder and consultant Rami Ismail, ex-PlayStation Access host and currently Head of Influencers and Engagement at Frontier Developments Hollie Bennett, and Jon Goddard of metaverse developer Lockwood Publishing and formerly Jagex brought their vast industry experience and expertise to the judging panel.

Leaders in specialist video game media approached the judging process with their broad, industry-wide scope of knowledge to access submissions to the highest standards. MCV/DEVELOP’s Editor Richie Shoemaker, Global Editor-in-Chief of GamesRadar+ Sam Loveridge and Vikki Blake whose work can be seen across some of the world’s largest games B2B and B2C outlets including BBC, Eurogamer, GamesIndustry.biz, MTV and PC Gamer formed the second half of the 2022 jury.

With the judges having evaluated submissions and cast their votes, here are the chosen nominees (in alphabetical order) for the Italian Video Game Awards 2022:

Best Italian Game

Dice Legacy by DESTINYbit
Faraday Protocol by Red Koi Box
Hot Wheels Unleashed by Milestone
Martha is Dead by LKA
Vesper by Cordens Interactive

Best Italian Debut

Angry Giant by Jokerrsoft
Faraday Protocol by Red Koi Box
Nostalgici Anonimi by Hufu Interactive Storytelling
RiMS Racing by RaceWard Studio
Vesper by Cordens Interactive

Italian Video Game Awards - Chris Jones Gaming

Best Innovation

CUCCCHI by Fantastico Studio
Dice Legacy by DESTINYbit
Hundred Days – Winemaking Simulator by Broken Arms Games
Martha is Dead by LKA
Vesper by Cordens Interactive

You can check out the nominations for this year’s awards, and read about the jury, over at www.firstplayable.it/italian-video-game-awards/. The Italian Video Game Awards ceremony will take place on 5th July at 6pm BST/7pm CEST, hosted by internationally revered games industry presenters, and will be available to stream in English via FirstPlayable – Twitch.

Italian Video Game Awards - supported by Chris Jones Gaming

Let’s Make a Game

Chris Jones Gaming was founded in Late 2006 by Chris Jones and Mindwipe. Chris Jones had been a well known member of the Star Trek Gaming Community for a number of years, modding games in the Starfleet Command series and 2002’s Star Trek: Bridge Commander.

It wasn’t long before Modders who’d known him in the past joined Chris Jones Gaming and began work on the Ultimate Universe Mod for 2006’s Star Trek: Legacy.

The team grew to a respectable size and the Ultimate Universe Demo was released just four months later. Over the next four years, the Ultimate Universe Mod and Chris Jones Gaming continued to grow, releasing expansion packs to the mod in between the feature installs, which were named Ultimate Universe Version 1.0 and Ultimate Universe Version 2.0, as well as attracting some of the brightest talents from other communities, their scratch-built models reaching professional standards.

The Ultimate Universe Mod is one of our proudest achievements. Through its various incarnations, it has been downloaded many thousands of times from various websites, in our own way greatly expanding and extending the life of Star Trek: Legacy beyond what would have been its natural life.

What’s Next? We are alive and well here – and are in the discussion stages for creating a brand new game! (as of June 4, 2022).

so.. Let’s Make a Game!

Kim and Ken Jones with Playstation T-Shirts

Does Chris Jones Still Game?

Backstory: From December 2006 until December 2008 I coordinated a team of 7-20 people (varied from month to month) in the extensive modification of an online computer video game known as Star Trek: Legacy.

This required top notch people skills in handling different talents, skill sets, and personalities from people across the world via the Internet. Our project was released in October 2007, and still, in 2022, gets several downloads a day.

I stepped down from the top position in December 2008, but continue to this day (2022) as a consultant. Our project, known as The Ultimate Universe, has garnered Tens of Thousands of downloads, and is a success story. ‘Chris Jones Gaming’ is ongoing with gaming industry news of the day.

Does Chris Jones Still Game? Moving Forward, I would very much like to ‘Make a Game’.

Would it be Science Fiction? Likely Yes.

I keep saying there’s more news coming on my gaming exploits. Once a Gamer, always a Gamer.

Safe to say there is more to come from Chris Jones Gaming.

Virtual Reality is alive and well!

The Rewinder

Launching this fall on Steam is The Rewinder. Currently, a free Demo is available on Steam! This Game is based on Chinese folklore.

The colors are subdued, and the pastel palette focuses on more neutral colors. The backgrounds, even done in a pixel-art style, stay close to the art style seen in traditional paintings.

The forms of the characters are distinct, and the volume conveyed through the 2D art is nothing short of impressive.

The Sounds effects are excellent, and when the full thing is released, I hope that the story and gameplay are as elegant.

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