Today we are proud to present the all-new trailer for Red Dead Redemption 2, the story of outlaw Arthur Morgan and the Van Der Linde gang as they rob, fight and steal their way across the vast and rugged heart of America in order to survive. Coming Spring 2018 to PlayStation 4 and Xbox One systems.

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Red Dead Redemption 2

Formats:  PS4, XO Out:  Autumn 2017 Publisher:  Rockstar

UBISOFT^® CONNECTS HISTORY WITH TECHNOLOGY THROUGH THE HIEROGLYPHICS INITIATIVE

A MACHINE LEARNING BASED RESEARCH PROJECT, THE HIEROGLYPHICS INITIATIVE WILL HELP EVERYONE LEARN ABOUT ANCIENT EGYPT, THE MYSTERIOUS SETTING OF ASSASSIN’S CREED ORIGINS. 

Today, during an International Media event for Assassin’s Creed Origins, Ubisoft unveiledThe Hieroglyphics Initiative, a machine learning based research project powered by Google TensorFlow, to simplify the decipherment of hieroglyphics, one of the oldest written languages in the history of mankind.

During the recreation of Cleopatra’s Egypt for Assassin’s Creed Origins, the most ancient time period ever explored in an Assassin’s Creed game, the development team at Ubisoft realised how challenging it still is to unlock the secrets of the past and wondered how modern technology could help. Translating hieroglyphics is a manual and time-consuming process. It has been over 200 years since the Rosetta Stone first helped to understand them. Collaborating closely with Google, Ubisoft set out to explore the potential of machine learning technology in order to make the hieroglyphics written language accessible to everyone.

“The Hieroglyphics Initiative not only has the potential to save us time as Egyptologists, it could unlock the magic of hieroglyphics for a new audience”, said Perrine Poiron, Egyptologist, Ph. D student (Sorbonne/UQAM).

Machine Learning is the technique used to develop artificial intelligence, which is the science of making things smart. Image recognition is a classic example of machine learning, where the application learns to identify an object by being told which images contain the object and which don’t.  The Hieroglyphics Initiative will use this technique to identify the images of hand-carved hieroglyphs, all of which differ significantly from one source to another, in order to recognise individual hieroglyphs which we know the meaning of.

One of the main elements of this project is to gather source material (imagery of Middle Period hieroglyphics in its original form), and multiple samples of the thousand or so hieroglyphs which have been identified and translated by scholars in the past. Therefore, Ubisoft calls for Researchers and Historians to add their contribution, in order to collect as much data as possible and to create the ultimate hieroglyphics translator.

“By making the Hieroglyphics Initiative an open source project, we aim to create a new connection between two things that we love at Ubisoft - history and technology”, said Pierre Miazga, Hieroglyphics Initiative Project Coordinator at Ubisoft. Contributors can register on the Hieroglyphics Initiative website at www.hieroglyphicsinitiative.com

Assassin’s Creed Origins will be available on October 27^th, 2017, for major consoles and Windows PC.

For more information on Assassin’s Creed Origins, please visit: www.hieroglyphicsinitiative.com

For the latest on all of Ubisoft’s games, please visit: ubiblog.com

UBISOFT ANNOUNCES DISCOVERY TOUR BY ASSASSIN’S CREED^®: ANCIENT EGYPT

NEW LEARNING MODE ALLOWS PLAYERS TO IMMERSE THEMSELVES IN THE HISTORY OF ANCIENT EGYPT 

Today, Ubisoft^® announced that a new game mode is coming to Assassin’s Creed^® Origins, called Discovery Tour by Assassin’s Creed: Ancient Egypt, in which players can explore the diverse landscapes of Ancient Egypt and learn about its rich history from audio guided tours. Discovery Tour will be a free update for all Assassin’s Creed Origins owners available in early 2018.

In this dedicated mode, players can free roam the entire interactive 3D recreation of Ancient Egypt in Assassin’s Creed Origins, free of combat, storyline or time constraints. From Alexandria to Memphis, the Nile Delta to the Great Sand Sea, the Giza plateau to the Faiyum Oasis, players can immerse themselves like never before in the rich history of Ancient Egypt. Discovery Tour will offer dozens of guided tours curated by historians and Egyptologists, each with a focus on a different aspect of Ptolemaic Egypt, such as the Great Pyramids, mummification or the life of Cleopatra. 

“From the beginning the Assassin’s Creed franchise has always explored pivotal moments in history, from the Third Crusade to the Italian Renaissance, and this year Ancient Egypt.” said Jean Guesdon, Creative Director of Assassin’s Creed Origins. “It’s a dream come true for us to offer Discovery Tour by Assassin’s Creed: Ancient Egypt, an educational mode built specifically for people to learn more about the incredible history of Ancient Egypt through the interactive experience made possible via a video game.” 

Assassin’s Creed Origins will be available on October 27^th, 2017, for major consoles and Windows PC.

For more information about Assassin’s Creed Origins, please visit assassinscreed.ubisoft.com

For the latest about all Ubisoft’s games, please visit ubiblog.com.

Shrouded in mystery, Father Theodore has remained an enigma…until now. Along with Stefano, Theodore is one of the human “monsters” who have made their way into the new STEM world in The Evil Within 2, and he’s finally ready to reveal his message to the masses – a message that promises a “righteous” fury and immolation to those who oppose him. Sebastian will need to survive the wrath of this master manipulator if he’s going to have any hope of finding Lily and escaping the nightmare of STEM.

Find out more about Theodore in our newly released trailer: 

Theodore has his own reasons for being in STEM that are separate from Mobius’ goals, which he sees as misguided. Though what he’s actually after only becomes apparent as Sebastian becomes more entangled in his world.

Like Stefano, Theodore isn’t alone in STEM, although unlike Stefano – who commands the gruesome and terrifying Guardian and Obscura – Theodore’s main helpers aren’t creatures he created. Referred to as Harbingers, they are normal people whose minds Theodore has bent to his will. These Harbingers wield flamethrowers and seem to exist solely to carry out Theodore’s fiery will, burning any who would stand in the way of his pursuits.

Any detail about his past pushes into HUGE SPOILER territory. In other words, you’ll have to play the game in order to unlock the secrets he hides. Check out Bethesda.net for even more details and insights from the team at Tango Gameworks.

As Sebastian Castellanos, you’ll have to dive into hell once more in the sequel to the hit 2014 survival horror game from the mind of Shinji Mikami. Take on twisted creatures in horrifying domains and face off against your own worst nightmares as you race to save your daughter. The Evil Within 2 will launch worldwide Friday the 13th, October 2017 on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. For more information about the game, visit www.TheEvilWithin.com.

NEW LEGO® Marvel Super Heroes 2 Vignette Spotlights Marvel’s Inhumans​​​​​​​

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment today released a NEW vignette for LEGO®Marvel Super Heroes 2, spotlighting members of the Inhuman Royal Family, including Black Bolt, Medusa, Crystal, Karnak, Gorgon, Maximus and the lovable canine, Lockjaw, all in LEGO® form. Also showcased is their ancestral home, the Inhuman city of Attilan, which is one of 18 different iconic Marvel locations featured in the game, all ripped from time and space to form the expansive Open Hub World of Chronopolis.

The Official LEGO® Marvel Super Heroes 2 Inhumans Vignette 

For the latest information or to join the LEGO® Marvel Super Heroes 2 conversation, visit us on Twitter @LEGOMarvelGame), Facebook (@LEGOMarvelVideoGame) or Instagram (@LEGOMarvelGame) or YouTube (LEGOMarvelVideoGame).

LEGO® Marvel Super Heroes 2 is an all-new, epic adventure and sequel to the smash hit, LEGO® Marvel Super Heroes. This original branching storyline, co-written by award-winning comics writer Kurt Busiek, transports players into a cosmic battle across a myriad of Marvel locations ripped from time and space into the incredible Open Hub World of Chronopolis. Packed with signature LEGO® humour for fans of all ages, gamers will go head-to-head with the time-travelling Kang the Conqueror in this fun-filled journey spanning the Marvel Universe.

LEGO® Marvel Super Heroes 2 will be available starting 17th November 2017 for PlayStation 4®, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Make all your Star Wars fantasies come to life in Star Wars Battlefront II! Check out the new “This is Star Wars Battlefront II Trailer” where John Boyega aka Finn reveals the full game experience that players can expect to immerse themselves in this holiday. Whether it’s dominating as your favorite iconic hero in epic multiplayer battles with up to 40 players, piloting a starfighter through thrilling dogfights in space, or stepping into the boots of commander Iden Versio in the campaign’s all new untold Star Wars story, there’s something for everyone in Star WarsBattlefront II. Along with 5 unique multiplayer modes to suit any play style and 18 locations set across all three cinematic Star Wars eras, the new class based system, Battle Points and reworked Star Card system offer greater depth and progression than ever before.

Check out the new “This is Star Wars Battlefront II Trailer” 

Head to the Star Wars Battlefront II blog here to get a closer look at all the Galactic Assault locations that will be available at launch, and website here to learn more about the game’s multiplayer modes.

UBISOFT INTRODUCES ASSASSIN’S CREED ORIGINS HIGH-END HEADPHONES BY FOCAL

Two Limited Editions of Headphones Will Release: Focal’s Listen Wireless Headphones designed exclusively for the Ubisoft Store and the Prestigious Utopia Headphone in Collaboration with the French Jeweler Tournaire.

Today, Ubisoft^® announced a new and long-term collaboration with Focal, a global leader in high fidelity products. Focal’s Listen Wireless headphones customised for Assassin’s Creed Origins will sell exclusively on the Ubisoft Store. Additionally, renowned French jeweler Tournaire has crafted an extremely limited number of Focal’s Utopia headphones featuring yellow gold design elements.

The first collection, Assassin’s Creed Origins Listen Wireless Headphones, has been designed exclusively for the Ubisoft Store in a limited series of 2,222 units.

Equipped with Bluetooth^® wireless technology, the Listen Wireless headphones offer Assassin’s Creed fans an exceptional product of French expertise with a sophisticated design. The quality of Focal headphones will let them enjoy high quality sound for up to 20 hours while immersing them into the huge world of Assassin’s Creed Origins. They are also equipped with a “clear voice capture” double microphone system for even greater clarity of speech and conversations. The design celebrates the upcoming launch of the new Assassin’s Creed game. 

Involving French jeweler Tournaire^®, a synonym for excellence and uniqueness in jewelry, Focal have pushed the partnership on Assassin’s Creed even further. Tournaire^® will release the numbered copies of a custom-designed, handcrafted headphones, Assassin’s Creed Origins Utopia by Tournaire^®.  A 3D artist, an art caster and a goldsmith worked together with the jeweler for several months in order to create this piece of art which features yellow gold design elements, which comes as a celebration of Ancient Egypt, the setting of Assassin’s Creed Origins. This incredible piece of art will include 18-carat gold elements. The headphones are displayed on a bronze head of Assassin’s Creed Origins’ protagonist, Bayek, also a limited edition, of 10 numbered pieces.

Assassin’s Creed Origins Utopia by Tournaire^® and mount are displayed on demand at Tournaire’s boutique in Paris (7 place Vendôme – Cour Vendôme, 75001 Paris). 

“Focal and Ubisoft share the same commitment to excellence, enhanced service and creating an emotional connection. The Assassin’s Creed Origins limited headphones represent a first step for a long term collaboration”, said François Tallec, Director of Licensing Out and Publishing at Ubisoft EMEA.

“Sound is a key element in gaming for a true immersive experience. Focal, leaders in the hi-fi acoustic world, is proud to collaborate with Ubisoft for the launch of Assassin’s Creed Origins. This is the first step of a French partnership dedicated to excellence in these two matching universes”, said Sébastien Dumas, FOCAL Brand and Communication Director.

“Making unique creations and masterpieces is part of the philosophy of Tournaire. This partnership showcases outstanding French expertise. It is always a pleasure to work in collaboration with innovating brands and pushing boundaries to make exceptional creations”said Mathieu Tournaire, Managing Director and Creative Director at Tournaire

Since the very beginning and the very first Assassin’s Creed game, ten years ago, the Assassin’s Creed franchise has always been about epicness, history, mystery and beauty. Assassin’s Creed origins set the beginning of everything. The action takes place in Ancient Egypt, inviting players to explore the most mysterious place in history, during a crucial period that will shape the world and give rise to the Assassin’s Brotherhood. Plunged into a living, systemic and majestic open world, players will discover vibrant ecosystems, made of diverse and exotic landscapes that will provide them with infinite opportunities of pure exploration, adventures and challenges.

 

The Listen Wireless headphones, Assassin’s Creed Origins by Focal will be sold exclusively on the Ubisoft Store for a unit price of €249.

Assassin’s Creed Origins Utopia by Tournaire^® is sold at a unit price of €50,000 and the bronze head of Bayek for a unit price of €12,000.