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Esports Tournament Platform XY Gaming Announces $2.5 Million Funding Round

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Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Consumer electronics, Technology, Electronic Games, Online, Entertainment, Software, Networks, Internet, Video gaming, Video games, Gaming, Windows games, Multiplayer video games, Linux games, Video game sequels, Video game culture, eSports, League of Legends, Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, Dota 2, XY Gaming, KB Partners

XY Gaming, one of the worlds largest global esports tournament platforms where users compete for cash prizes, today announced a $2.5 million USD seed funding round co-led by KB Partners and Varga Capital .

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  • XY Gaming, one of the worlds largest global esports tournament platforms where users compete for cash prizes, today announced a $2.5 million USD seed funding round co-led by KB Partners and Varga Capital .
  • The majority of the esports market has few opportunities to compete for cash prizes, said XY Gaming co-founder and CEO Aaron Fletcher.
  • While most tournaments target the top one percent of gamers, XY Gaming creates a space for all gamers that want to play competitively.
  • XY Gaming is the worlds largest global esports tournament platform where users compete for cash prizes across games like League of Legends and Dota 2 with support for Fortnite, Rocket League, CSGO and additional titles coming soon.

Cinedigm Acquires North American Rights to Papa Octopus’ BADLAND

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Friday, August 23, 2019
Films, Creative works, Linux games, Windows games, Film genres, Badland, Cinedigm, Inception, Western

Written and directed by Justin Lee (Any Bullet Will Do), BADLAND is set in the unincorporated areas of the West, where renegade factions have replaced law and order.

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  • Written and directed by Justin Lee (Any Bullet Will Do), BADLAND is set in the unincorporated areas of the West, where renegade factions have replaced law and order.
  • Boasting beautiful cinematography and a striking visual style, BADLAND is a thrilling, cinematic throwback to classic westerns.
  • Papa Octopus is a power house of creative souls in the world of independent film.
  • Since inception, Cinedigm has been a leader at the forefront of the digital transformation of content distribution.

Private Division and Star Theory Games Announce Kerbal Space Program 2

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Monday, August 19, 2019
Software, Entertainment, Online, Internet, Consumer, Technology, General Entertainment, Teens, Electronic Games, Creative works, Linux games, Open world video games, Windows games, Video games, Learning, Kerbal Space Program, KSP, Alien, Creativity

KSP has always been about pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity, and with Kerbal Space Program 2 we take that premise even further, said Nate Simpson, Creative Director at Star Theory.

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  • KSP has always been about pushing the boundaries of innovation and creativity, and with Kerbal Space Program 2 we take that premise even further, said Nate Simpson, Creative Director at Star Theory.
  • In the Kerbal Space Program franchise, you take charge of the space program for the alien race known as the Kerbals.
  • Kerbal Space Program 2, developed by Star Theory Games, will be the sequel to the original game and the second in the series for the franchise.
  • Star Theory Games is committed to creating unique games that explore new approaches and ideas across various genres and platforms.

New Indie World Showcase Reveals Next Slate of Top Indie Games Coming to Nintendo Switch

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Monday, August 19, 2019
Entertainment, Consumer electronics, Technology, Events, Concerts, Electronic Games, Video game consoles, Video gaming, Computing, Home video game consoles, Handheld game consoles, Linux games, Role-playing video games, Video games, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo, Torchlight II, Panic button

In a new-look Indie World presentation livestreamed globally today, Nintendo highlighted an exciting selection of independent games that are coming to the Nintendo Switch system soon, thanks to the passionate efforts of indie developers around the world who have found a home with Nintendo.

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  • In a new-look Indie World presentation livestreamed globally today, Nintendo highlighted an exciting selection of independent games that are coming to the Nintendo Switch system soon, thanks to the passionate efforts of indie developers around the world who have found a home with Nintendo.
  • Since the systems launch in 2017, Nintendo Switch has become a go-to platform for indie developers, said Kirk Scott, Nintendo of Americas Indie Partner Manager of Publisher and Developer Relations.
  • Torchlight II , developed by Panic Button/Runic Games and published by Perfect World Entertainment, is an award-winning action RPG launching soon for Nintendo Switch.
  • Players can look forward to even more great indie games coming to Nintendo Switch in the near future, including:

eSport Tournament Prizes Continue to Grow Alongside Their Popularity

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Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Video gaming, Video games, Gaming, Dota, Linux games, Windows games, eSports, Video game culture, Dota 2, Twitch.tv, The International

Heading into the ninth annual tournament, which is expected to kick off on August 20th, The International is a highly sought after and reputable tournament because of its massive payout.

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  • Heading into the ninth annual tournament, which is expected to kick off on August 20th, The International is a highly sought after and reputable tournament because of its massive payout.
  • In 2018, Valve was able to boast a US 25.5 Million grand prize for its Dota 2 tournament.
  • As the eSports industry continues to grow at its current rapid pace, it has caught the attention of various other industries and captivated millions of viewers worldwide.
  • It is estimated that the two have earned millions of dollars through Twitch, YouTube, and various other social media campaigns.

eSport Tournament Prizes Continue to Grow Alongside Their Popularity

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Wednesday, July 31, 2019
Video gaming, Video games, Gaming, Dota, Linux games, Windows games, eSports, Video game culture, Dota 2, Twitch.tv, The International

Heading into the ninth annual tournament, which is expected to kick off on August 20th, The International is a highly sought after and reputable tournament because of its massive payout.

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  • Heading into the ninth annual tournament, which is expected to kick off on August 20th, The International is a highly sought after and reputable tournament because of its massive payout.
  • In 2018, Valve was able to boast a US 25.5 Million grand prize for its Dota 2 tournament.
  • As the eSports industry continues to grow at its current rapid pace, it has caught the attention of various other industries and captivated millions of viewers worldwide.
  • It is estimated that the two have earned millions of dollars through Twitch, YouTube, and various other social media campaigns.

WTSO Brings Back Acclaimed Cheapskate Marathon

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Wednesday, July 17, 2019
Video games, Video gaming, PC games, Marathon, Linux games, Windows games, Marathon Trilogy, Wine, WTSO

The Cheapskate Marathon was introduced by WTSO in 2010, just four years after the company first opened its doors.

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  • The Cheapskate Marathon was introduced by WTSO in 2010, just four years after the company first opened its doors.
  • Since the introduction, many other online wine platforms have tested out similar sales but few of those promotions are nearly as large as the original WTSO marathon.
  • But the Cheapskate Marathon, specifically, makes it very simple to stock up on a fair share of bottles at a special price.
  • For more information about the Cheapskate Marathon, interested parties can contact the company's customer service team at 866-957-2795 or wines(at)wtso.com.

Phidel Studio Releases Mobile Game to Simulate Falling or Real Landmark Bridges

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Tuesday, June 18, 2019
Windows games, Bridge, Structural engineering, Operating systems, Linux games, Video games, Software

MONTREAL, June 18, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Today Phidel Studio launched a Kickstarter campaign for their mobile game Survive the Bridge.

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  • MONTREAL, June 18, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Today Phidel Studio launched a Kickstarter campaign for their mobile game Survive the Bridge.
  • The game is a new satirical game, made with Unity, where players attempt to cross real landmark bridges in disastrous, conditions around the world.
  • Survive the Bridge is a 2D physics-based game, which offers simple and fun gameplay in the form of 30-60 second levels.
  • "So I figured, let's do it as a mobile game for everyone, and let's add some landmark bridges from all around the world!"

Ronin's New Single, "Chemical Smiles" - Promoting To Billboard Radio

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Monday, June 17, 2019
Musicians, Entertainers, Linux games, Windows games, Rōnin, Lady Gaga

His first single, "Chemical Smiles," is spinning up at Major Market Radio and capturingnational attention.

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  • His first single, "Chemical Smiles," is spinning up at Major Market Radio and capturingnational attention.
  • Ronin's highly-anticipated Alternative RnB, Funk single, "Chemical Smiles," is debuting this week on the Mediabase - Billboard charts.
  • Accompanying his single is his striking concept video (link below) which, like the single, clearly helps to define Ronin's originality and brilliance.
  • Released to major market radio on June 21st, Ronin's "Chemical Smiles," produced by Joe Vulpis (Lady Gaga) and Ronin, is targeting the Billboard Mediabase chart.

Embrace Your Powers As Square Enix And Marvel Entertainment Assemble Marvel's Avengers

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Thursday, June 13, 2019
Video games, Video gaming, Creative works, Video game publishers, Windows games, Single-player video games, Linux games, Square Enix, Crystal Dynamics, Taito, Enix, Deus Ex

Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS and TAITO branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies.

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  • Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX, EIDOS and TAITO branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies.
  • Square Enix, Inc. is affiliated with a global network of leading development studios such as Crystal Dynamics and Eidos Montral.
  • Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
    More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com/ .
  • SQUARE ENIX and the SQUARE ENIX logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. DEUS EX, DEUS EX: HUMAN REVOLUTION, DEUS EX: MANKIND DIVIDED, DRAGON QUEST, FINAL FANTASY, GEX, LARA CROFT, LEGACY OF KAIN, SPACE INVADERS, TAITO, THIEF, and TOMB RAIDER are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Square Enix group of companies.