Saber and Focus Home Partner for Digital Console Launch of World War Z

Saber Interactive and Focus Home Interactive have announced that they will partner once again for the release of World War Z, Saber’s upcoming four-player co-op multiplayer game inspired by Paramount Pictures’ action film. Also released today is a new video breaking down World War Z’s main classes. World War Z is expected to launch in 2019.

GRIS Launching Tomorrow on Switch and PC

Nomada Studio is set to release their debut project tomorrow, December 13th with the emotive narrative platformer GRIS. The team today shared the game’s new launch trailer in celebration of the impending arrival on Nintendo Switch and PC.

The Crew 2 Free Weekend

Today, Ubisoft announced that The Crew 2 will be available to play for free starting tomorrow, December 13th to December 17th on PlayStation 4, Xbox One and PC. Players will have access to the full game – including the newest addition, the Demolition Derby discipline and PvP mode – plus hundreds of challenges and the freedom to explore the entire US on land, sea and in the air behind the wheel of their dream vehicles, solo or in four-player co-op.

Players who want to continue their journey in the US open world of The Crew 2 will not only keep their game progression but also enjoy a discount of up to 67% off The Crew 2 Standard, Deluxe and Gold Editions and 30% off of the season pass on all digital stores from December 13th to December 20th. Additionally, players who participate in The Crew 2 free weekend will receive one free exclusive vehicle on December 17th according to their platform.

• Xbox One: BMW Z4 GT3 2011
• PlayStation 4: Maserati Gran Turismo S 2009 – Touring Car Edition
• PC: Ford GT 2005 – Touring Car Edition

Dark Devotion – Dev Diary #2: Gameplay and Mechanics

The Arcade Crew and developer Hibernian Workshop today shared an expansive overview of the combat, progression and exploration-minded design informing Dark Devotion, the upcoming action RPG set to test players’ sparring skills and determination in early 2019.

Hitman 2 Upcoming Free Live Content Details

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and IO Interactive recently released details on the free live content coming to Hitman 2 this month, including new Contracts, Escalations and the next Elusive Target mission. Below is snapshot of what is in store for Agent 47.

• New Featured Contracts: Occupational Hazards (Available Now) – All Featured Contracts are created by members of the community and then added to the game for all players to enjoy. For Hitman 2, Featured Contracts will be chosen based on themes – and the first is ‘Occupational Hazards,’ as all contracts are focused on jobs, occupations and professions.
• New Escalation Contract: The Aelwin Augment (Dec. 13) – Escalation Contracts focus on how players can adapt their skills and playstyles to the various complications that can be thrown Agent 47’s way. This new Escalation Contract takes place on the mysterious Isle of Sgàil and it is sure to be a memorable visit.
• Holiday Surprise! (Dec. 18) – Stay tuned for a time-limited, holiday-themed surprise coming later this month.
• New Elusive Target: The Revolutionary (Dec. 21) – A new Elusive Target will arrive in Santa Fortuna for 10 days, and you’ll be able to unlock the Casual Tourist with gloves suit if you manage to complete it. More details on this contract will be available in the coming weeks.
• New Escalation: The Turms Infatuation (Dec. 27) – The month will be wrapped up with an Escalation Contract in Santa Fortuna.

Insurgency: Sandstorm is Out Now on PC

Insurgency: Sandstorm, the FPS sequel to Insurgency, is out today on PC and will come to consoles in 2019. Insurgency: Sandstorm is a game of team-based tactics and objective-oriented gameplay complete with player versus player, competitive matchmaking, and co-operative game modes versus AI set in a fictional, contemporary Middle Eastern conflict.

New Season of Black Ops 4 Content Begins Today with Operation Absolute Zero

The new community celebration and seasonal event for Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 begins now on PlayStation 4, with other platforms to follow. Titled Operation Absolute Zero, the content drop delivers new content and game updates across all modes, including a new Specialist, new Blackout map location and vehicle, a special holiday-themed event, personalization items and accessories, new gear and much more.

Desert Child Races Onto Consoles and PC Today

Indie developer Oscar Brittain and publisher Akupara Games today announced the launch of the hoverbike racing shooter, Desert Child, for all consoles and PC. The successfully funded game on Kickstarter is available now for digital download for $11.99 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and Steam, and will release on Xbox One tomorrow, December 12th.

Prey: Typhon Hunter is Live Now

Today, Arkane Studios added a deadly new version of hide-and-seek to Prey with the addition of Prey: Typhon Hunter, a free new update to the title that includes a new multiplayer mode and a VR-only single player game. Players who already purchased Prey: Digital Deluxe or upgraded their original version of Prey with Prey: Mooncrash, will receive both new game modes at no extra cost.

11 DLC Titles Available Free Today for SNK 40th Anniversary Collection

NIS America today released 11 free bonus titles for SNK 40th Anniversary Collection for Nintendo Switch. The full list of titles is as follows:

• Munch Mobile
• Fantasy
• Sasuke vs. Commander
• Chopper I
• Time Soldiers
• Bermuda Triangle
• Paddle Mania
• Ozma Wars
• Beast Busters
• SAR: Search and Rescue
• World Wars

Nine of the titles are available via patch, while Beast Busters and SAR: Search and Rescue are available as a free DLC bundle on the Nintendo eShop.