About The Settlers: Kingdoms of Anteria
Ubisoft® and Blue Byte® announced the Closed Beta dates for The Settlers - Kingdoms of Anteria. The upcoming online PC game offers a persistent city building challenge with cooperative adventure gameplay and a comprehensive trading system within its community.
The German Closed Beta will start on August 20 andthe international English Closed Beta will begin on September 16. In the Closed Beta players will be able to dive into the untamed lands of Anteria to experiment with gameplay mechanics including the persistent kingdom and the adventure gameplay, a new addition to The Settlers games. The Closed Beta will serve as an opportunity for the studio to test in game features and balance the game as needed.
To apply for the upcoming Closed Beta and receive updates about the game, please sign up at the official website: http://www.thesettlers.com.
About Might & Magic Heroes VII
Ubisoft announced Might & Magic® Heroes VII, a return to the fan-beloved turn based strategy games. Developed by Limbic Entertainment, a team of devoted Might & Magic fans, Might & Magic® Heroes VII promises to be the best of the series, respecting its long-standing tradition and introducing new innovative features to the franchise. Might & Magic® Heroes VII will be available exclusively on Windows® PC in 2015.
For 20 years the Might & Magic® Heroes titles have set a new standard for computer strategy games. Combining a deep fantasy universe with a complete strategic experience, a rich RPG progression and a strong story narrative, Might & Magic® Heroes VII offers players a more detailed world than ever to explore and conquer, a complex economic system to master and legendary creatures to face in epic battles.
By joining the Shadow Council, available on the Might & Magic® Heroes VII website, fans will be able to share their passion and enrich the game formula with their own contributions. Being part of the Shadow Council will allow fans to chat with developers, comment, share, interact and influence the content of the game, each step of the way granting them its own reward. As a remarkable start, fans will be able to vote for 2 of the 6 factions that will be available in the final game.
The story of Might & Magic® Heroes VII depicts the civil war that changed the ruling dynasty of the Holy Empire. The Empress’ murder has left an empty throne, a realm in flames and too many hungry rivals intent on claiming it. The Duke Ivan calls together a prestigious council of six trusted advisors in search of a viable path for putting an end to this war of succession.
For more information about Might & Magic® Heroes VII and the Shadow Council, please visit: www.mmh7.com
About The Crew
Ubisoft® announced that The Crew™ is coming November 11 to the Xbox 360 games and entertainment system from Microsoft in addition to Xbox One, video game and entertainment system from Microsoft, PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system and Windows PC. The 2014 Game Critics Awards Best Racing Game of E3, The Crew is a revolutionary action-driving MMO that takes gamers on a wild ride throughout a massive open world recreation of the United States, filled with exciting challenges and populated by other real players.
“It’s Ubisoft’s objective to continue to meet the needs of consumers who have not yet made the move to the new console generation,” said Tony Key, senior vice president of sales and marketing, Ubisoft. “The Crew was originally built for the new generation of consoles, but we have always had a desire to make it accessible to as many people as possible. We’re excited to bring The Crew’s same core features, massive scope, mission variety and overall driving experience to Xbox 360 players.”
Asobo Studio is leading development of The Crew on Xbox 360, with support from the teams at Ivory Tower, Ubisoft Reflections and Ubisoft Shanghai.
Ubisoft announced that after the closed beta that took place on PC in July resumes again on August 25, a limited number of players will be invited to participate in the closed beta on Xbox One and PlayStation®4 system starting in late September. More details on this closed beta period will be communicated at a later date.
For more information on The Crew, please visit thecrewgame.com.
About Just Dance 2015
Ubisoft unveiled a slew of new tracks coming to Just Dance® 2015, the latest installment of the world’s number-one dance game franchise. Just Dance 2015 will also be featured at Gamescom in the business area of the Ubisoft booth (Hall 5.2 in space A010), along with demonstrations of Just Dance® Now, the all-new mobile dance service for smartphones and connected screens.
Just Dance 2015 launches on October 21 in the United States and October 23 in EMEA territories (October 24 in the UK). The new tracks include:
- “4x4” by Miley Cyrus
- “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” by Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell
- “Bailando” by Enrique Iglesias Ft. Descemer Bueno & Gente de Zona
- “Best Song Ever” by One Direction
- “Built For This” by Becky G
- “Love Is All” by The Sunlight Shakers
- “Macarena” by The Girly Team
- “You Spin Me Round (Like A Record)” by Dead Or Alive
For the latest information on Just Dance 2015, please visit justdancegame.com