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XSET Appoints Jacob Arce as New Head of Esports

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Thursday, January 12, 2023

BOSTON, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XSET, the world's fastest-growing gaming lifestyle organization, announced that their Operations Manager Jacob Arce will be assuming a new role as Head of Esports. This announcement comes shortly after the announcement of new hire, David Luce, as Chief Content Officer.

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  • BOSTON, Jan. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XSET, the world's fastest-growing gaming lifestyle organization, announced that their Operations Manager Jacob Arce will be assuming a new role as Head of Esports.
  • Arce has over a decade of experience in the esports industry and 12 AAA game titles under his belt, including Valorant, Fortnite, Gears of War, Call of Duty, and more.
  • Prior to joining XSET as their Operations Manager, Arce helped build the Ghost Gaming organization, serving as their Co-General Manager.
  • Arce's vast experience in team management, esports casting, and building brands in gaming makes him the perfect fit for Head of Esports at XSET.

Ascendant Studios Joins Forces With EA Originals for Groundbreaking Single-Player, First-Person Magic Shooter – Immortals of Aveum™

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Friday, December 9, 2022

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    Immortals of Aveum is a groundbreaking new single-player, first-person magic shooter that delivers a visceral, cinematic campaign experience.
  • "I founded Ascendant Studios to make original and epic games, and here we are, four years later, about to finish our first one.
  • I chose EA as our publishing partner because we know theyll help Immortals of Aveum reach the biggest audience possible.
  • To learn more about Ascendant Studios and Immortals of Aveum, visit www.ascendantstudios.com and follow on YouTube , Twitter , TikTok , Instagram , Facebook , and LinkedIn .

Superhero Co-Op Shooter Superior Coming Soon on Steam

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Monday, October 17, 2022

JACKSON, Wyo., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gala Games, a rapidly growing developer and publisher for PC, mobile, and browser-based games, today announced that its upcoming game Superior, developed by Seattle-based Drifter, is now available for wishlisting on Steam prior to its launch later this year. In this roguelite, co-op shooter, you are pitted against superheroes that have turned into evil abominations. 

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  • In this roguelite, co-op shooter, you are pitted against superheroes that have turned into evil abominations.
  • "Superior brings an over-the-top roguelite experience to the superhero shooter genre and offers limitless combinations for players to wield fantastic powers," said John Osvald, President of Games at Gala Games.
  • We are looking forward to bringing superhero-sized fun to Steam players before the end of the year."
  • Drifter's latest title, Superior, is a co-op shooter that is set in a future ruled by monstrous Superheroes bent on destroying humanity.

FUNRISE, INC. AND PSYONIX LAUNCH ROCKET LEAGUE REPLICA CARS

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022

VAN NUYS, Calif., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Funrise, Inc. in partnership with video game developer Psyonix, has released a line of customizable and remote-controlled Rocket League replica cars.

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  • VAN NUYS, Calif., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Funrise, Inc. in partnership with video game developer Psyonix, has released a line of customizable and remote-controlled Rocket League replica cars.
  • The new Rocket League collection of replica vehicles are available now at Walmart, Target.com, Amazon, and other major retailers in the United States.
  • The Rocket League Custom Racer RC vehicles are 8" in length, available in two models, and customizable in hundreds of ways.
  • Rocket League, Psyonix, and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Psyonix LLC.

George Talks Travel Tech: 5 Verizon accessories you need this summer vacation

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Thursday, June 2, 2022

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon sells a ton of tech to make your life easier and more fun on your summer vacation.

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  • BASKING RIDGE, N.J., June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon sells a ton of tech to make your life easier and more fun on your summer vacation.
  • Ill save you some time and fill you in on the best travel gadgets and accessories that I legit take with me everywhere I go.
  • It also makes me a lot more obvious to oncoming traffic, which means a safer ride for me and my four-year-old passenger.
  • As an added bonus, get Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ and more included with select Verizon 5G Unlimited plans.

Psyonix and Nissan Announce Debut of the 2023 Nissan Z in Rocket League®

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Thursday, May 19, 2022

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220519005704/en/
    The Nissan Z Performance Bundle includes the Nissan Z Performance car, which is true to the Performance trim of the all-new Nissan Z, plus wheels, engine audio, player banner, and a Nissan x FaZe Clan Decal.
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    The Bundle includes the Nissan Z Performance car, which is true to the Performance trim of the all-new Nissan Z, plus wheels, engine audio, player banner, and a Nissan x FaZe Clan Decal.
  • The all-new 2023 Nissan Z , the companys signature sports car, will be available at Nissan dealerships in the U.S. beginning this summer.
  • Were excited for the passionate fans of Rocket League to experience the thrill of the all-new Nissan Z, said Allyson Witherspoon, vice president and CMO, Nissan U.S.

Gunzilla Games Announce Off The Grid, a Next-Generation Battle Royale with Strong Focus on Narrative Progression

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Thursday, May 5, 2022

FRANKFURT, Germany, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gunzilla Games announced today OTG (Off The Grid), an all-new AAA Battle Royale third person shooter, due for release on PlayStation®5, Xbox® Series X|S and PC, and expected to arrive in 2023. 

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  • Set within a dystopian future, the cyberpunk-styled shooter plans to evolve the genre through strong emphasis on narrative progression, led by Chief Visionary Officer Neill Blomkamp and Script Writer Richard K. Morgan.
  • Players have the freedom to control how the hard-boiled story unfolds, with each decision made directly impacting everyone's gameplay.
  • Core to the experience and deep narrative structure is the unique way in which players can craft, customize, and trade their in-game items with each other.
  • In OTG, the lines between hero and villain become blurred as players fight to survive the covert corporate battles of the future.

Gunzilla Games Announce Off The Grid, a Next-Generation Battle Royale with Strong Focus on Narrative Progression

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, May 5, 2022

FRANKFURT, Germany, May 5, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Gunzilla Games announced today OTG (Off The Grid), an all-new AAA Battle Royale third person shooter, due for release on PlayStation®5, Xbox® Series X|S and PC, and expected to arrive in 2023. 

Key Points: 
  • Set within a dystopian future, the cyberpunk-styled shooter plans to evolve the genre through strong emphasis on narrative progression, led by Chief Visionary Officer Neill Blomkamp and Script Writer Richard K. Morgan.
  • Players have the freedom to control how the hard-boiled story unfolds, with each decision made directly impacting everyone's gameplay.
  • Core to the experience and deep narrative structure is the unique way in which players can craft, customize, and trade their in-game items with each other.
  • In OTG, the lines between hero and villain become blurred as players fight to survive the covert corporate battles of the future.

FanDuel Group Introduces New "Play Well" Initiatives During Problem Gambling Awareness Month

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Thursday, March 3, 2022

FanDuel will debut a new ad campaign, new themed content, and a new $100,000 donation to the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).

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  • FanDuel will debut a new ad campaign, new themed content, and a new $100,000 donation to the National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG).
  • FanDuel Responsible Gaming Ambassador and sports media personality, Craig Carton, will also have a key role during Problem Gambling Awareness Month.
  • As part of Problem Gambling Awareness Month, FanDuel Group will also make a $100,000 donation to the National Council on Problem Gambling, allowing the organization to continue to advocate for programs and services to assist people and families affected by problem gambling.
  • "We applaud FanDuel Group for taking meaningful steps, during Problem Gambling Awareness Month and all year long, to promote responsible gambling and address problem gambling nationwide."

Buckle Up: 7-Eleven and Rocket League Go Full Throttle

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Wednesday, February 23, 2022

"So, it felt right to give car fans the chance to boost their ride in the Rocket League arena While also helping us design and potentially win a Rocket League-inspired car IRL."

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  • "So, it felt right to give car fans the chance to boost their ride in the Rocket League arena While also helping us design and potentially win a Rocket League-inspired car IRL."
  • 7-Eleven is also an official sponsor of the North American Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS), the world's premier professional Rocket League competition.
  • Rocket League is a high-powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer and vehicular mayhem with easy-to-understand controls and fluid, physics-driven competition.
  • Rocket League, Psyonix, and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Psyonix LLC.