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Tencent Cloud Supports Japan’s Cloud Gaming Platform “OOParts” to Win the Game

Trusted with Tencent’s advanced cloud technology, OOParts is now able to offer gamers the best cloud game experience with ultra-low latency and stable network

TOKYO, March 15, 2021 — Cloud gaming, which allows video games to be run on remote servers and delivered directly to gamers, is an emerging trend in the video game industry. With its all-round solutions and capabilities, Tencent Cloud is helping cloud gaming platform "OOParts" in Japan capitalize on cloud technology, making it benefit from its low latency environment, high-quality node resources and industry-leading network. This ensures that gamers enjoy a seamless, high performance and hassle-free game experience.

OOParts is a subscription-based visual novel (VN) streaming service launched by Black Inc., a Japanese company that is focused on cloud-based gaming and has been converting different classic games into cloud games within a short period of time. OOParts features over 100 titles including "Grisaia: Phantom Trigger" where members can play directly from their PC and mobile devices (Android, Windows, IOS or MacOS) without the need to install games or save files.

As cloud gaming puts computing logic and rendering in the cloud and streams the video frame to users in real time, it is essential that latency is kept to a minimum to ensure the best possible video game experience. With Tencent Real-Time Communications (TRTC) solutions, OOParts can ensure ultra-low latency, enabling stable real-time and video streaming while dealing with multiple operating systems in a highly cost-effective way. TRTC offers low-latency interactive live streaming solutions with the following strengths:

  • High Cross-Platform Compatibility: TRTC provides video solutions that can be directly implemented on PC, Mac and mobile devices through SDK integration.
  • Stable Network Communication: TRTC offers a global average end-to-end latency of less than 300ms. Even when the packet loss rate exceeds 40% and the network jitter goes over 1,000ms, TRTC can still guarantee high-quality, smooth and stable audio and video communications despite a weak network environment.  

"We are excited to support OOParts to overcome their challenges, adding another success into Tencent Cloud’s achievements in helping Japanese businesses to digitally transform", said Poshu Yeung, Senior Vice President, Tencent Cloud International. "The growth of the cloud gaming market globally is unprecedented. Along with this growth comes the expanding needs of video game developers and providers, which Tencent Cloud aims to fully cover leveraging our deep expertise and experience in cloud solutions and cloud technology for video game and entertainment industries."

Futa Ogawa, Black Inc. Founder & CEO, said, "We know that Tencent is trusted by game developers around the world and had already achieved numerous significant achievements in the industry. Therefore, we are glad to leverage Tencent Cloud to improve our platform cost effectively. Our platform is well-received by users thanks to TRTC’s low-latency and high cross-platform compatibility that supports various devices including PC, MacOS and Android devices, taking our platform to the next level. Tencent Cloud’s prompt customer support is also impressive, with which we are able to work hand-in-hand to tackle technical difficulties such as isolating defects and verifying video delays."

Tencent Cloud is a secure, reliable and high-performance public cloud service provider that empowers global access and a rich array of services to governments and organizations that need advanced infrastructure and a resilient environment. As a strong testimony to Tencent Cloud’s top-notch security standard and competitive services in the global cloud computing industry, Tencent Cloud was named Frost & Sullivan’s 2020 Best Practice Competitive Strategy Leadership Award in Global Cloud Industry. It has also earned international certifications, including but not limited to ISO22301, ISO27001, ISO20000, ISO9001, Trusted Cloud Services, CSA STAR, and the Multi-Tier Cloud Security Standard (MTCS SS).

About Tencent Cloud

Tencent Cloud is Tencent’s cloud services brand, providing industry-leading cloud products and services to organizations and enterprises across the world. Leveraging its robust data center infrastructures around the world, Tencent integrates cloud computing, big data analytics, AI, Internet of Things, security and other advanced technologies with smart enterprise scenarios. At the same time, we provide a holistic smart enterprise solution for sectors including finance, education, healthcare, retail, industry, transport, energy and radio & television.

“Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team” Celebrates 35 Million Downloads Worldwide!

TOKYO, March 12, 2021 — KLab Inc., a leader in online mobile games, announced that the Japanese and global versions of Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team have reached a combined 35 million downloads worldwide.* To celebrate this milestone, the 35 Million Downloads Worldwide Campaign will kick off Friday, March 12 in the Japanese and global versions of the game. See the original press release (https://www.klab.com/en/press/release/2021/0312/ctdt_35ml.html) and in-game announcements for more details.

KLab’s Japanese and global versions of Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team have reached a combined 35 million downloads worldwide. In celebration, the 35 Million Downloads Worldwide Campaign will kick off Friday, March 12 in the Japanese and global versions of the game. See in-game announcements for full details.
KLab’s Japanese and global versions of Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team have reached a combined 35 million downloads worldwide. In celebration, the 35 Million Downloads Worldwide Campaign will kick off Friday, March 12 in the Japanese and global versions of the game. See in-game announcements for full details.

*Total includes players who have downloaded the game more than once.

35 Million Downloads Worldwide Campaign

The 35 Million Downloads Worldwide campaign will include multiple events where players can receive fantastic rewards such as Dreamballs, Black Ball (SSR)s, and more from daily scenarios, missions, and login bonuses. There will also be multiple new Transfers available including a special Daily Free 10-Player Transfer and Dream Pot Transfer.

New Players Taro Misaki (All Japan JY), Louis Napoleon (France JY), and Elle Sid Pierre (France JY) will debut in their respective Transfers. They will have Lv.10  Main Special Skills, and the background will feature special locales in Paris where the players are casually dressed. Fans will not want to miss out on this special campaign.

About Captain Tsubasa

Created by Yoichi Takahashi, Captain Tsubasa is a Japanese manga that centers on the sport of football. Since premiering in Shueisha’s landmark manga anthology Weekly Shonen Jump in 1981, the series has grown into a legend that has inspired and delighted countless football fans around the world for decades. Its popularity extends beyond borders, having been translated and published around the world in 20 languages, finding fans and winning the hearts of football lovers around the globe.

Overview of Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team

Title:                                                      

Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team

Supported OSes:                               

Android™ 4.4+, iOS 10.0+

* Not available on some devices.

Genre:                                                  

Head-to-head football simulation game

Price:                                                    

Free-to-play (In-app purchases available)

Supported Regions:                         

Global (Excludes Japan, Mainland China,
and South Korea)

Official Website:                                

https://www.tsubasa-dreamteam.com/en

Official Twitter Account:                 

@tsubasaDT_en

Official Facebook Page:                  

https://www.facebook.com/tsubasaDTen

Official YouTube Channel:      

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTgOPO7kIQ35YzB7SBIQoWQ/

Copyright:                                           

©Yoichi Takahashi/SHUEISHA

©Yoichi Takahashi/SHUEISHA/TV TOKYO/ENOKIFILM
© KLabGames

Download here!

App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1293738123

Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.klab.captain283.global

Related Links :

https://www.klab.com

HUYA Inc. Announces Changes to Board Composition

GUANGZHOU, China, Feb. 26, 2021 — HUYA Inc. (NYSE: HUYA) ("Huya" or the "Company"), a leading game live streaming platform in China, today announced that Mr. Cheng Yun Ming Matthew has been appointed by Linen Investment Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Tencent Holdings Limited ("Tencent"), as a successor director to serve on Huya’s board of directors (the "Board"), replacing Mr. Zhi Cheng, effective February 25, 2021. Mr. Zhi Cheng no longer serves as a director of Huya following this substitution.

In addition, Huya’s Board has approved the appointment of Mr. Cheng Yun Ming Matthew as a member and the chairman of the compensation committee of the Board, effective immediately.

Mr. Cheng Yun Ming Matthew joined the Tencent Group in November 2010, and currently serves as the corporate vice president of the Tencent Group. Mr. Cheng has served as a non-executive director of Fusion Bank Limited since March 2019, a non-executive director of China Literature Limited (HKSE: 0772) since November 2019 and a non-executive director of Tongcheng-Elong Holdings Limited (HKSE: 0780) since April 2020. Prior to joining the Tencent Group, Mr. Cheng worked at Price Waterhouse, an accounting firm currently known as PricewaterhouseCoopers, from 1992 to 1997, China Everbright Technology Limited (currently known as Citychamp Watch & Jewellery Group Limited) (HKSE: 0256), a company then principally engaged in manufacturing of computer peripherals, from 1997 to 2000, and various companies assuming financial management functions. Mr. Cheng is an associate member of Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants and a fellow member of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants. Mr. Cheng obtained a bachelor’s degree in accountancy from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University in October 1992.

About HUYA Inc.

HUYA Inc. is a leading game live streaming platform in China with a large and active game live streaming community. The Company cooperates with e-sports event organizers, as well as major game developers and publishers, and has developed e-sports live streaming as one of the most popular content genres on its platform. The Company has created an engaged, interactive and immersive community for game enthusiasts of China’s young generation. Building on its success in game live streaming, Huya has also extended its content to other entertainment content genres. Huya’s open platform also functions as a marketplace for broadcasters and talent agencies to congregate and closely collaborate with the Company.

For more information, please visit http://ir.huya.com.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

In China:

HUYA Inc. 
Investor Relations 
Tel: +86-20-2290-7829 
E-mail: ir@huya.com

The Piacente Group, Inc. 
Jenny Cai 
Tel: +86-10-6508-0677 
E-mail: huya@tpg-ir.com

In the United States:

The Piacente Group, Inc. 
Brandi Piacente 
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
E-mail: huya@tpg-ir.com

Related Links :

http://www.huya.com

New Class Archer and Awakened Form Fletcher Now Available in Black Desert Mobile

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 17, 2021 — Pearl Abyss announced today that the new Archer class has finally arrived along with his awakened form Fletcher in Black Desert Mobile. To celebrate the arrival of this class, Adventurers can get various special rewards that will help them grow their new characters faster for a limited time. 

New Class Archer and Awakened Form Fletcher Now Available in Black Desert Mobile
New Class Archer and Awakened Form Fletcher Now Available in Black Desert Mobile

Starting today, Adventurers who play the new class can now choose between Archer, which is both the original and Ascended form of this class, or Fletcher, the class’s Awakened form. Both are bow wielders but have completely different combat styles. 

The Archer’s main weapon is the Crossbow. Attached to his arm for maximum speed and agility, this main weapon makes the Archer faster than any other class in Black Desert Mobile. A divine gauntlet, the Ra’ghon, gives him the power of light, which allows him to fire magical arrows to rain down deadly damage upon his enemies.

The Fletcher, on the other hand, uses the Greatbow as his main weapon, which shoots large, spear-like arrows called Divine Piercers that cast fatal damage to enemies. He can track down enemies from afar with this weapon set, earning him the title of the "Overseer of Battle." 

To celebrate the arrival of the Archer and Fletcher, special login rewards will be available, including a Level 60 Character Generator Coupon, a Tier 5 Panda, and an Abyssal Accessory Selection Chest. These rewards will help Adventurers level up their characters quickly.

Last but not least, all gear and equipment can now be used by Adventurers regardless of their Black Spirit’s Awakening level. With this update, everyone can start equipping high-grade gear and weapons to take on more difficult challenges. 

Visit Black Desert Mobile‘s official website for more information.

 

Smash Hit Platformer Human: Fall Flat Sales Surpass 25 Million Worldwide

Lunar New Year celebrations kick off on Steam today with new lobby and skins

LONDON, Feb. 11, 2021 Curve Digital is ecstatic to announce that massively popular multiplayer platformer Human: Fall Flat from No Brakes Games has now sold over 25 million units across the globe.

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The astonishing achievement comes on the back of a successful mobile release in China in association with XD Inc and 505 Games which led to more than 2.5 million sales within the first month. Gary Rowe, VP of Franchise at Curve Digital said: "We’re delighted to celebrate this incredible milestone with our talented partner No Brakes Games. The community has really taken Human: Fall Flat into their hearts and their excitement and support has enabled us to keep updating the game with ingenious new levels. 2020 was our biggest year yet, but alongside No Brakes we’ve got even bigger plans for the future and we’re excited to share more soon."

To celebrate the Chinese New Year, a new Lunar Lobby launches today exclusively on Steam. Created by the winner of the latest Human: Fall Flat Steam Workshop Competition, Muyao Li, who landed a prize of US$10,000 for his effort, the lobby explores seven areas inspired by traditional Chinese tales. Within the new lobby players are tasked with uniting the 12 zodiac symbols, can shake the Fortune Tree and have the opportunity of riding the Fortune Carp rollercoaster as it transforms into a dragon.

Lunar New Year celebrations kick off on Steam today with new lobby and skins
Lunar New Year celebrations kick off on Steam today with new lobby and skins

Featuring an amazing track from acclaimed musician, Xu Mengyuan, the latest trailer showcasing the Lunar Lobby can be seen here: https://youtu.be/KWp0XnBUtIg

With a staggering combined audience of over 220M followers, Xiao Tuantuan, Daimei, Sanren, Zrdxr and LanZhanFei are some of the most popular content creators in China and this February, players will receive five in-game skins based on their likeness. Captured in Human: Fall Flat style, the new skins will provide some great customisation options for players around the world to explore.

Human: Fall Flat is a hilarious, light-hearted physics platformer set in a world of floating dreamscapes which can be played solo or with up to 8 friends. Each dream level provides a new environment to navigate, with multiple routes and perfectly playful puzzles which ensure exploration and ingenuity are rewarded.

Tomas Sakalauskas, Human: Fall Flat‘s creator at No Brakes Games said "My ambition was always that Human: Fall Flat would be a game that inspires creators and players to build and explore new levels without any limitation. It’s wonderful to see a brand-new lobby exploring the rich culture and tradition of the Lunar New Year. I am constantly surprised by the innovation that comes out of the worldwide community."

Human: Fall Flat is available now for PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One and Nintendo Switch. Those yet to experience the dreamscapes of Human: Fall Flat will be able to purchase the game discounted by 60% off from today until February 15th. For more information about Human: Fall Flat please visit: https://bit.ly/2XQyqJR

Additional Links:

Press Assets: http://bit.ly/HFF_Lunar2021

Official Website – https://www.curve-digital.com/human-fall-flat/

Twitter – https://twitter.com/HumanFallFlat

Discord – http://discord.gg/hff

#HumanFallFlat #HFF

About Curve Digital

Curve Digital is an award-winning independent label working with developers across the world to deliver the best in interactive entertainment. With a uniquely diverse games catalogue that includes renowned indie hits such as For the King and Bomber Crew, critically acclaimed titles like Flame in the Flood and Autonauts, and the multi-million selling smash hit Human Fall Flat, Curve Digital has taken its place as one of the leading games publishers worldwide.

More information on Curve Digital can be found at http://www.curve-digital.com

About No Brakes Games

No Brakes Games, founded by the creator of Human: Fall Flat, was established in Tenerife in 2019. Built on the phenomenal success of this game, the studio has since released brand new levels "Steam", "Ice", and "Christmas". The studio prides itself on creating fun and high-quality games for their players, whilst maintaining a culture of trust, respect and work-life balance. They are hard at work on their next great game.

More information on No Brakes Games can be found at https://www.nobrakesgames.com/

Related Links :

http://www.curve-digital.com

“Bleach: Brave Souls” Reaches Over 55 Million Downloads Worldwide and Celebrate the Chinese New Year with New In-Game Campaigns

TOKYO, Feb. 10, 2021 — KLab Inc., a leader in online mobile games, announced that its hit 3D action game Bleach: Brave Souls, has reached a total of 55 million downloads* worldwide.

Starting on Sunday, February 28, the 55 Million Downloads Celebration will kick off in-game in commemoration of this milestone. The celebration will include a login bonus, special orders, and more campaigns where players can receive amazing rewards.

*Total includes users who have downloaded the game more than once.

Bleach: Brave Souls, has reached a total of 55 million downloads* worldwide. Starting on Sunday, February 28, the 55 Million Downloads Celebration will kick off in-game in commemoration of this milestone. The celebration will include a login bonus, special orders, and more campaigns where players can receive amazing rewards. Also, for the first time players can celebrate the lunar year with new in-game campaigns as part of the Chinese New Year Campaign starting today, Wednesday, February 10.
Bleach: Brave Souls, has reached a total of 55 million downloads* worldwide. Starting on Sunday, February 28, the 55 Million Downloads Celebration will kick off in-game in commemoration of this milestone. The celebration will include a login bonus, special orders, and more campaigns where players can receive amazing rewards. Also, for the first time players can celebrate the lunar year with new in-game campaigns as part of the Chinese New Year Campaign starting today, Wednesday, February 10.

Bleach: Brave Souls is an exciting 3D action game based on the world of the mega-hit anime, manga, and novel series Bleach. Build a team using your favorite characters from the Bleach universe and join the fray.

For the first time players can celebrate the lunar year with new in-game campaigns as part of the Chinese New Year Campaign starting today, Wednesday, February 10.

Chinese New Year Login Bonus

Available: From Wednesday, February 10 to Wednesday, February 17 (UTC+9)

During the campaign period, players will receive 5 Spirit Orbs once a day just by logging in. Log in every day and get a total of 40 Spirit Orbs.

Chinese New Year Power-Up Set

Players can login to the game during the campaign period and receive the Power-Up Set as part of the Chinese New Year Campaign. The set includes items that will help players to strengthen their characters and accessories.

3 Special Chinese New Year Packs on Sale

Celebrate Chinese New Year with these three special packs: the Chinese New Year Pack, Chinese New Year Pack: Silver, and Chinese New Year Pack: Golden.

*Please check the in-app notifications for more details.
*Please note that campaign contents are subject to change without notice.

Overview of Bleach: Brave Soul

Smartphone Support:   

Android™ 4.1+, iOS 9.0+

* Not available on some devices.

PC (Steam) Support: 

Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10

(64-bit OS Required)

Genre:    

3D Action

Price:     

Free-to-play (In-game purchases available)

Supported Regions:

Global

Official Website:   

https://www.bleach-bravesouls.com/en/

 Official Twitter Account:    

@bleachbrs_en

Official Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/BleachBS.en

Official Instagram: 

@bleachbravesouls_official

Copyright:  

 © Tite Kubo/Shueisha, TV TOKYO, dentsu, Pierrot

© KLabGames

Download here

App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1003168863
Google Play:
 https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.klab.bleach
Steam:
 https://store.steampowered.com/app/1201240/BLEACH_Brave_Souls

All trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

 

Related Links :

http://klab.com

Renewed Tantu and Wu-Ju Heroes Arrive in Shadow Arena

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 29, 2021 — Pearl Abyss announced today that the Heroes Tantu and Wu-Ju have returned to Shadow Arena with enhanced abilities. Players can now experience the renewed array of characteristics of these Heroes and fight against enemies with more control.  

Renewed Tantu and Wu-Ju Heroes Arrive in Shadow Arena
Renewed Tantu and Wu-Ju Heroes Arrive in Shadow Arena

Tantu is a Dealer with powerful and wide-ranged firing power who uses an Iron Buster as his weapon. Through renewal, two of his previous skills were removed, and the new skill called Overload was added. When using Overload, all bullets of the Iron Buster will be loaded and will not be consumed, allowing players to attack the opponents continuously. 

A Support Hero, Wu-ju summons a Hungry Black Spirit to drastically reduce the opponent’s defense and increase the attack power of the allies. He can also detect enemies and avoid dangerous situations, helping his allies when it comes to fighting as a team. Due to his lack of HP and movement skills, players are highly encouraged to engage in battles with allies.  

Shadow Arena has been recently renewing Heroes to enhance their team strategy aspect. Renewed Heroes currently available are Venslar, Tantu, and Wu-Ju. More Hero renewals will take place and will be released one by one. 

Visit the official website, Discord, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter for more information.     

About Shadow Arena  

Shadow Arena is Pearl Abyss’ action-packed PvP game that is currently available in Early Access on Steam. Based on the world of Black Desert, Shadow Arena features fierce battles in which 4 teams of 3 players each compete to become the ultimate victor on the battlefield. Players can choose from a variety of Heroes, each with their own unique fighting style. To climb to the top of the pack, players must slay monsters to gain buffs and collect tokens, which they can use to buy their gear. Impeccable skill execution and well-timed evasive maneuvers are also critical in securing victory.  

Surprising Duo – AORUS Teams Up with Football Star Sergio Agüero in Esports

TAIPEI, Jan. 28, 2021 — The gaming fever has been sweeping the football world as of late. Manchester City’s star striker Sergio Agüero is one of the top athletes who takes his games very seriously, both on and off the field. As a huge gamer himself, Agüero has been actively participating in competitive gaming during the pandemic through livestreaming games such as FIFA. His livestream was an instant hit, attracting tens of thousands of fans, followers and gamers to watch online.

Agüero’s love for gaming does not end there as he takes another step forward and extends his passion to the field of pro esports. Devoting a significant amount of time and effort to the esports industry, the global football superstar recently founded a wholly-owned franchise named KRU Esports. The team is planning to enter prominent tournaments and leagues in FIFA 21, Valorant, Rocket League, and CS:GO in the near future.

During an interview, Agüero mentioned that for most of his life he played football, a sport which he enjoyed wholeheartedly. He hopes his fans could also devote themselves to what they love and enjoy. That is the main reason why he founded KRU Esports to help those who are as passionate about esports as he is to make their esports dreams come true.

To compete at the highest level of technologically demanding games, the team needs the best technology and hardware to power the players. Agüero learned about AORUS, a top-tier gaming brand powered by GIGABYTE that offers some of the most premium PC hardware with impeccable performance. Through common interests, two parties got in touch and hit it off from the start.

Surprising Duo! AORUS Teams Up with Football Star Sergio Agüero in Esports
Surprising Duo! AORUS Teams Up with Football Star Sergio Agüero in Esports

With both sides sharing the same values and passion for esports, a new dynamic duo was quickly formed. By teaming up with AORUS, KRU Esports and Agüero are looking forward to building an esports powerhouse that will dominate regions spanning across Latin America and Europe.

As the team owner, Agüero also joins forces with AORUS in every way now. Whether the PC battlestation at home, or the gaming laptop he carries around when travelling, they are all powered by the state-of-the-art hardware from AORUS.

See more stories about Sergio and KRU Esports:
https://www.instagram.com/p/CJcFE0MrYfJ/?igshid=13nr3fcpo3cd1

The 2nd Hong Kong Game Enhancement and Promotion Scheme Launches the “Online Hong Kong Pavilion” in the “Taipei Game Show 2021”

12 Selected Hong Kong Game Start-ups Promote Hong Kong Original Games to Global Market Amid COVID-19

HONG KONG, Jan. 27, 2021 — The 2nd Hong Kong Game Enhancement and Promotion Scheme (GEPS) organized by The Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association (The HKDEA) selected 12 Hong Kong game start-ups to receive holistic support, including the participation in the "Taipei Game Show 2021" held from 28th to 31st January 2021 to promote their game products to the global markets. 

“Taipei Game Show 2021” is held from 28th to 31st January 2021 at Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1.
“Taipei Game Show 2021” is held from 28th to 31st January 2021 at Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1.

The program under the 2nd GEPS lasts for one year, during which each of the 12 selected game start-ups receives promotional funding, trainings, professional guidance and two intern as game tester to support a newly launched original game (designated game), in addition to the promotion via the platform of "Taipei Game Show", with a view to enhancing the quality and profitability of these games and in turn further the development of Hong Kong’s game industry.

Due to the pandemic, The HKDEA set up the "Online Hong Kong Pavilion" in the "Taipei Game Show 2021" so that the 12 selected game start-ups could still promote their designated games without flying to Taipei in person. This could help them seize the opportunity to proactively promote their original games and Hong Kong’s game culture to game developers and publishers from other parts of the world and further widen the business opportunities for Hong Kong’s game industry.

Hong Kong’s game industry has always been known for its diversity, creativity and international flavour. As a world-class metropolis with an eclectic blend of Chinese and Western cultures, the city produces innovative games of all genres, drawing inspiration from East to West, and popular Hong Kong comics and animation titles. Besides targeting the local market, which has an annual turnover of about HKD 7 billion, many Hong Kong-made games have also made successful forays into the markets abroad with excellent results.

Mr. Gabriel Pang, Chairman of The HKDEA, said, "We are so glad to set up the ‘Online Hong Kong Pavilion’ in the ‘Taipei Game Show 2021’ despite the COVID-19 pandemic. In the Pavilion, the original games of 12 excellent Hong Kong game start-ups will be introduced in a round-the-clock manner. We expect that these game companies can have a fruitful cultural exchange online with their counterparts and meet the buyers and potential partners from other countries and regions, while providing a first-hand experience of Hong Kong’s creative original games to all the exhibitors and visitors of the ‘Taipei Game Show’."

The physical "Taipei Game Show 2021" is held from 28th to 31st January 2021 at Nangang Exhibition Center Hall 1.

The 12 selected game start-ups of the 2nd GEPS showcase their designated original games in the "Online Hong Kong Pavilion" in the "Taipei Game Show 2021", with their company and game details as follows (in alphabetical order of the company names)

Company Name

Game Title

Type of the Game

Brief Description of the Game

Add Mission Workshop Limited

Kong-Fu Legends

Simulation / Role-playing

Kong-Fu Legends is a character raising game with great freedom and catchy moments. This is a nostalgic game set in the 1980s’ Hong Kong, and in the game  people from all walks of lives are secret kung fu masters. Players may take different role, through a series of tough decisions and conflicts, to make a name for themselves in the businesses and kung fu arenas.

Anxious Otter Games Limited

Idle Dragon Tycoon

Simulation / Role-playing

Idle Dragon Tycoon is a casual idle game created with reference to Idle Miner Tycoon and Tap Titans. The developer has added a unique element into the game (i.e. a dragon farm) in which players need to develop dragon farms on different planets to gather dragon souls and then upgrade their dragons. On different planets, the players can utilise the flying dragons obtained through lucky draws to gather the souls of the other dragons to further develop their farms.

Finifugu Games Limited

Otter Ocean

Simulation / Puzzle-video

Otter Ocean is a cute, pet and idle management game in which the players manage a team of otters to dive, discover mysteries and collect treasures – from the ocean depths, to otter space! On their journey, players can clean up and bring life back to various environments to build up the cuddliest otter empire! Collecting these lost artefacts, mysterious food and unknown otter species fill up a collection book which will then help the players unlock new zones to be explored. Players are required to feed and care for the cuddly critters to get them ready for underwater expeditions, put together diving teams and then send them to explore special ‘dive spots’ like coral reefs or sunken ships, based on the otters’ diving experience. The otters may bring some gifts when they return. These could be collectable treasures, a variety of strange food, new otter species or just trashes. Players can use these gifts to decorate their environment or interact with the otters.

Gameba Studio Limited

Micro Smash

Simulation / Role-playing

Micro Smash is a casual mobile action game with real-time matching and level battling in third person’s view. Players need to control slippery characters with special moving physics which simulate the movement of ‘microbe’. With unique storytelling and concise game control, the gameplay of Mirco Smash is modelled on a nostalgic game, the operation of which was ended many years ago. There were around 1.5 million players of such game in Taiwan and Hong Kong according to a news report. With more and more old games transplanted to mobile platforms nowadays, the game developer anticipates that many players of the old games will form a favourable niche market.

Genuine Studio Limited

Rainy Butcher

Adventure / Puzzle-video

Rainy Butcher is an adventure game in which players are reporters aspiring to become famous editors. They are required to investigate the crimes of serial killer irrespective of their personal risks. Players can change the endings by making different choices and, however, their common goal is to find out the serial killer.

Goblin Gamer Company Limited

Gate of Mobius

Action / Role-playing

Gate of Mobius (GOM) is a 3D fast-paced MMORPG mobile game. It adopt unique cartoon/anime rendering style to make it more attractive. GOM has a unique brand new story inspired by a combination of well-known fairy tales, such as snow white, little red riding hood, etc. Players can travel alone or team up with up to other two players to complete the missions and boss fights. In addition, the game has e-sport mode in which competition events will be available regularly and players can fight against others and compete for the honor and game resources.

As GOM is a combination of stories, it is extendable without limits by adding new stories, characters, costumes, skills and gears.

Minidragon Limited

Dungeon Warriors

Action / e-Sports

Dungeon Warriors is a hack and slash game for the mobile platform. Focusing on simple control, the game can be played in portrait mode with one hand so players can play anywhere. The innovative combat system allows the players to perform combo attacks and spells with easy swipes and taps. The game places a high emphasis on fighting large groups of enemies using physics-based combat interactions, for maximum satisfaction.

There are different hero archetypes for players to choose, which can reflect their personality and play style, such as the close-combat classic hero – Knight, and the glass cannon spellcaster – Mage.

Monetization model comes in the form of lucky draw where players can collect additional adventure game characters to become partners to add into their parties.

Original Workshop Company Limited

Idle Hollywood Tycoon

Simulation / Puzzle-video

Love movies? If you have ever dreamed of being a film producer and owning your entertainment kingdoms. THIS IS YOUR CHANCE!  Players can star their own movies ranging from thrillers, amazing comedies, cute romances to bold western.  They can create, produce and star their own films! Players need to organize super star classes for celebrities, grow their careers, build levels of their own production houses, hire the stars and own their own halls of fame. The next goals of the players are of course to be award winning producers and become billionaires! Players just need to click the games to develop their greatest and brightest careers in Hollywood to amuse their audiences and make more money.

Paro Limited

Healing Spree

Simulation / Puzzle-video

Healing Spree is an insane couch co-op game for one to four players. The players and their partners need to collaboratively run a clinic, treat patients across the globe and defend against the overwhelming pandemic at all cost. Heaven or hell? It’s their choice. The game can let players dive into lives of being doctors and test their friendship.

Simplist Limited

Lilulu

Adventure / Puzzle-video

Lilulu is an exploration puzzle game by exploring the mental state of a little girl named Lilulu who has an unusual mental state.

Players are required to proceed stage by stage while chasing Lilulu in fantasy mazes.

Different mazes represent different memories of Lilulu. In these mazes, there will be a mysterious little girl evading the players’ chases. The use of different furnishings and mechanisms to catch Lilulu may cause different mysterious events and players can understand the entire story stage by stage.

The Ore Studio Limited

Defense Force

Action / e-Sports

This game may be the most out-standing hard-core game that the players ever played with on mobile devices. They can draw any line on the screens to provide a shield for their sightseeing spaceships. After that, players need to unlock every special spaceship, by learning unique character skills, collecting various gears, finding out their favourite best match, rebounding all attacks from the enemies! To have the strongest and the impenetrable defense force, players need not only weapons, but also the defense items which can rebound the attacks from their emeries! Players, amidst the assaults of the defense force, can enjoy their trips on the Earth.

 

Trefle & Co. Limited

Dashero: Sword & Magic

Action / Adventure

Dashero is a casual action mobile game officially released on both Android and iOS platforms in September 2020. This game is an elaborately crafted game using the team’s six years of experience in game creation and years of cumulative knowledge of action game system.

 

With swords and magic on hands, players will face a fantasy world full of monsters. They are required to explore and take adventures in various mazes, and challenge hundreds of dangerous monsters and big bosses.  In order to survive in the adventures, players should obtain different random skills, the combination of which can create countless possibilities and unique battle strategies for players to break through all of the challenges!

More details of the 2nd GEPS and further details of its 12 selected game start-ups and their games are available at: https://www.geps.hk.

More details of the "Online Hong Kong Pavilion" in "Taipei Game Show 2021" are available at: https://tgs.tca.org.tw/gamelinker/pavilion.php?p=a 

About The Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association (HKDEA)

Established in 1999, The HKDEA is a non-profit organization aiming to promote digital entertainment development in Hong Kong. Its mission points toward the achievement of the following goals – boosting prosperity of the digital entertainment industry by fostering cooperation among local developers; opening up and development of digital market; enhancement of local technology  so as to raise the competitiveness of Hong Kong production; promoting communication between digital entertainment industry and related ones such as toys, entertainment and visual games; building a favourable idea for digital entertainment; and protection of intellectual property rights and scrapping counterfeit products. The HKDEA’s website at www.hkdea.org

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Venslar Returns to Shadow Arena with Enhanced Team Support Ability

SEOUL, South Korea, Jan. 22, 2021 — Pearl Abyss announced today that its action-packed PvP game Shadow Arena will now have a new version of their Hero – Venslar. The all-new Venslar will make players more strategic by supporting their allies while attacking enemies. 

Venslar Returns to Shadow Arena with Enhanced Team Support Ability
Venslar Returns to Shadow Arena with Enhanced Team Support Ability

The original Venslar, who was an offensive Hero, has been reborn as a Support, one of three Hero types in Shadow Arena. Her new skillset will enable players to increase DP of themselves as well as allies, recover allies’ HP, and increase Attack Speed and Movement Speed. 

The unique characteristic of the original Venslar, which is to switch between attack and defense stances, is maintained. Venslar can block attacks from enemies while supporting her allies and chase down the opponents to make quick attacks. Thanks to these abilities, players can become more strategic when it comes to fighting in a team-based battle. 

In addition, the Item Preset feature has been updated to increase player convenience. Players can now purchase a desired item immediately using a shortkey without visiting the in-game shop. 

Visit the official website, Discord, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter for more information.    

About Shadow Arena  

Shadow Arena is Pearl Abyss’ action-packed PvP game that is currently available in Early Access on Steam. Based on the world of Black Desert, Shadow Arena features fierce battles in which 4 teams of 3 players each compete to become the ultimate victor on the battlefield. Players can choose from a variety of Heroes, each with their own unique fighting style. To climb to the top of the pack, players must slay monsters to gain buffs and collect tokens, which they can use to buy their gear. Impeccable skill execution and well-timed evasive maneuvers are also critical in securing victory.  

About Pearl Abyss   

Established in 2010, Pearl Abyss is a leading developer in the game industry with its renowned MMORPG franchise Black Desert. Pearl Abyss services the Black Desert IP across all platforms and its action-packed PvP Shadow Arena on Early Access on Steam. All of Pearl Abyss’ games are built on the company’s proprietary engine and are renowned for cutting-edge graphics. Pearl Abyss is currently developing Crimson Desert, DokeV, and PLAN 8 using its next-generation game engine and is poised to grow its overseas market. More information about Pearl Abyss is available at: www.pearlabyss.com 

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