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Feedback on the input provided by the European Parliament as part of its resolution on the ECB’s Annual Report 2022

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

Beyond managing related risks, the financial sector can also contribute to the transition toward a net-zero economy.

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  • Beyond managing related risks, the financial sector can also contribute to the transition toward a net-zero economy.
  • Our work aims to enhance data transparency in climate change analysis, while informing monetary policy, financial stability and banking supervision.
  • The indicators we have developed focus on the euro area financial sector and are built from harmonised granular datasets.

The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria™ Launches Alpha Version of Sandbox Mode – Available Today

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

Tolkien, now includes an Alpha version of Sandbox Mode on the PC.

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  • Tolkien, now includes an Alpha version of Sandbox Mode on the PC.
  • This update for The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria also includes various UI updates and features and other improvements.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240404581717/en/
    Watch a walkthrough of the new Game Update for The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria on YouTube.
  • Sandbox Mode: Players who wish to explore Moria more freely can now experience the Alpha version of Sandbox Mode!

RALLY ON: TopSpin® 2K25 Available April 26

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

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  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    TopSpin 2K25 Standard Edition is scheduled for worldwide release on Friday, April 26, 2024, with early access from Tuesday, April 23 for the Deluxe Edition and the Grand Slam® Edition.
  • “TopSpin 2K25 captures the spirit and the culture of the sport, offering deep personalization and enhanced gameplay.
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    The Grand Slam® Edition will be available for $119.99 for PS4, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.
  • Early Access for physical copies of TopSpin 2K25 Deluxe Edition only available at participating retailers and stores in select territories while stocks last.

Melanin Gamers and The Watch Launch the First Rating System Identifying Online Gaming Toxicity

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

TORONTO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Melanin Gamers , a digital community protecting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the video game industry announced today a toxicity rating system with a singular goal – to eliminate harmful and verbal abuse within gaming culture.

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  • TORONTO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Melanin Gamers , a digital community protecting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the video game industry announced today a toxicity rating system with a singular goal – to eliminate harmful and verbal abuse within gaming culture.
  • Ideally The Watch rating would be paired with existing accepted ratings, to offer parents and players alike more information about what to expect beyond the storylines of the games.
  • To forge and inform The Watch, Melanin Gamers, Leo Burnett, and The Angus Reid Group, surveyed hundreds of gamers across some of the biggest gaming communities.
  • This toxicity rating is hopefully another step forward as we look to transform the gaming culture and promote an environment built on the tenets of inclusivity, kindness, and respect," said Annabel Ashalley-Anthony, founder of Melanin Gamers.

Melanin Gamers and The Watch Launch the First Rating System Identifying Online Gaming Toxicity

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, March 26, 2024

TORONTO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Melanin Gamers, a digital community protecting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the video game industry announced today a toxicity rating system with a singular goal – to eliminate harmful and verbal abuse within gaming culture. Ideally The Watch rating would be paired with existing accepted ratings, to offer parents and players alike more information about what to expect beyond the storylines of the games.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Melanin Gamers , a digital community protecting and promoting diversity and inclusion in the video game industry announced today a toxicity rating system with a singular goal – to eliminate harmful and verbal abuse within gaming culture.
  • Ideally The Watch rating would be paired with existing accepted ratings, to offer parents and players alike more information about what to expect beyond the storylines of the games.
  • To forge and inform The Watch, Melanin Gamers, Leo Burnett, and The Angus Reid Group, surveyed hundreds of gamers across some of the biggest gaming communities.
  • This toxicity rating is hopefully another step forward as we look to transform the gaming culture and promote an environment built on the tenets of inclusivity, kindness, and respect," said Annabel Ashalley-Anthony, founder of Melanin Gamers.

A NEW ERA FOR CREATIVITY: CREATORS NOW ABLE TO DESIGN & PUBLISH THEIR OWN LEGO® ISLANDS WITHIN FORTNITE

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The LEGO Group and Epic Games have today announced that Fortnite creators across the world will now be able to design and build their own LEGO Islands within Fortnite, using LEGO elements.  This will bring the iconic LEGO System in Play and its endless creative possibilities to life in a digital setting like never before.

Key Points: 
  • This will bring the iconic LEGO System in Play and its endless creative possibilities to life in a digital setting like never before.
  • This will enable creators to build a range of different types of exciting experiences for LEGO fans within Fortnite, that they can enjoy solo or with friends.
  • Fortnite creators who choose to publish their own LEGO Islands and are part of the Fortnite Island Creator Program can be eligible for payouts from their creations.
  • And there's still more to come – as the LEGO Group will unveil several more LEGO themed experiences inside Fortnite throughout 2024 and beyond.

A NEW ERA FOR CREATIVITY: CREATORS NOW ABLE TO DESIGN & PUBLISH THEIR OWN LEGO® ISLANDS WITHIN FORTNITE

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

SAN FRANCISCO, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The LEGO Group and Epic Games have today announced that Fortnite creators across the world will now be able to design and build their own LEGO Islands within Fortnite, using LEGO elements.  This will bring the iconic LEGO System in Play and its endless creative possibilities to life in a digital setting like never before.

Key Points: 
  • This will bring the iconic LEGO System in Play and its endless creative possibilities to life in a digital setting like never before.
  • This will enable creators to build a range of different types of exciting experiences for LEGO fans within Fortnite, that they can enjoy solo or with friends.
  • Fortnite creators who choose to publish their own LEGO Islands and are part of the Fortnite Island Creator Program can be eligible for payouts from their creations.
  • And there's still more to come – as the LEGO Group will unveil several more LEGO themed experiences inside Fortnite throughout 2024 and beyond.

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Available Now on PlayStation®5

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

FINAL FANTASY™ VII REBIRTH, the new chapter in the epic FINAL FANTASY VII remake project, is now available worldwide for the PlayStation®5 (PS5®) console.

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  • FINAL FANTASY™ VII REBIRTH, the new chapter in the epic FINAL FANTASY VII remake project, is now available worldwide for the PlayStation®5 (PS5®) console.
  • Today, I’m filled with the same sense of pride when I look at what our development team has accomplished with FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH.
  • Players eager for more FINAL FANTASY VII content can download FINAL FANTASY VII EVER CRISIS, the hit mobile RPG that has been downloaded over 7.77 million times, through the App Store, Google Play or STEAM for free, and take part in a limited-time FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH crossover event within the game.
  • FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH is now available for the PS5® console and rated T (Teen) by the ESRB.

Penny’s Big Breakaway is Out Now

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Penny’s Big Breakaway provides non-stop action as you try to escape the impending penguin horde at every turn. These waddling, avian adversaries will burst from walls, rush over cliffs, and attempt to dogpile you to stop your progress. But don’t fret -- Penny is an agile and acrobatic aerialist. You will jump, spin, and ride over a variety of brightly colored and complex terrains, featuring steep ramps, sharp ledges, massive cliffs, and more. Every obstacle is an opportunity to increase your speed, allowing you to use the environment to your advantage and gain a bit of breathing room from those flightless assailants in hot pursuit. Momentum is key, because in addition to Story Mode, Penny’s Big Breakaway also includes a Time Attack Mode, where you can try and achieve the perfect run and set high scores on the leaderboard for the world to see.

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    “Great platformers are iconic in our industry, and we think Penny’s Big Breakaway stands out as a truly unique and incredibly fun entry in such a beloved genre,” said Christian Whitehead, Creative Director at Evening Star.
  • “We have been thrilled with the fan response of Penny’s Big Breakaway so far and can’t wait to see the leaderboards light up as players get into the game.”
    Penny’s Big Breakaway provides non-stop action as you try to escape the impending penguin horde at every turn.
  • Penny’s Big Breakaway is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.
  • For more information on Penny’s Big Breakaway, subscribe on YouTube , follow us on Twitter , become a fan on Facebook , follow on Instagram , and visit www.pennysbigbreakaway.com .

Introducing k-ID: Groundbreaking Tech Powers Safe, Age-Appropriate Gaming for Kids and Teens, Supports Game Developer Compliance

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

SINGAPORE, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, k-ID, a new technology company built by industry leaders in online safety, privacy and gaming, unveiled a groundbreaking platform that transforms the way kids, teens, and parents engage with games, and helps publishers and developers seamlessly comply with complex regulations across 200-plus markets worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • k-ID Global Compliance Engine is a powerful, universal application programming interface (API) that seamlessly configures age-appropriate game experiences based on location, age, and digital maturity without friction or compromise.
  • k-ID Global Compliance Database is the most comprehensive and practical compilation of regulations affecting the gaming industry.
  • Updated daily, it is the brainchild of industry experts who have managed compliance for global game launches and struggled with inefficient and costly processes for finding answers.
  • k-ID was conceived by a team of experienced and trusted professionals who are committed to making online gaming environments safe for kids and teens.