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NCSoft, Samsung Team Up at Tokyo Game Show for New RPG Debut

NCSoft's "Astra: Knights of Veda" booth rendering for Tokyo Game Show 2026. Photo courtesy of NCSoftNCSoft said on the 11th that it will partner with Samsung Electronics (005930.KS) to demonstrate and exhibit its new game at Tokyo Game Show …

NCSOFT to launch PC cafe service for 'Once Human' on September 17

ⓒ NCSOFTNCSOFT announced on September 10 that it will launch PC cafe services for the open-world survival RPG 'Once Human' starting September 17. 'Once Human' is an apocalyptic multiplayer survival game set in a supernatural world. …

NCSOFT to Unveil 'Astra: Knights of Veda' Successor at Tokyo Game Show

NCSoft's "Astra: Knights of Veda" booth rendering at Tokyo Game Show 2026. Photo courtesy of NCSoftNCSOFT's new subculture role-playing game "Astrae Oratio" will make its global debut at the Tokyo Game Show. NCSOFT said on the …

[Sept. 11 News Brief] 'WARDOGS', a Large-Scale Three-Way Battle with 100 Players

NC opens TIME TAKERS Steam Playtest sign-ups to more regions NC, the Korean publisher formerly known as NCSOFT, has opened sign-ups for a 72-hour Steam Playtest of its upcoming title TIME TAKERS. The test begins on Friday, September 4th at 10 AM PT and …

NCSOFT at Gamescom: It Comes Down to Going Global

Korean was spoken on stage at "Opening Night Live (ONL)." It came from the trailer for "Like or Die," which NCSOFT unveiled as the official title for its game previously known under the working title "Project Bonfire." © …

"Responsible for 30% of 5 Trillion Won": NCSOFT's Mobile Casual Strategy

NCSOFT's Mobile Casual Division is entering external developer game publishing within the year. While it previously focused on acquiring and nurturing studios, moving forward it will take on flagship titles from non-subsidiary developers as well and …

NCSOFT Unveils New Lineup at Gamescom 2026

Lineage W Overhauls Weekly Boss Schedule

NCSOFT's Lineage W rolled out an update on September 9. This week's update overhauls the weekly boss schedule. Accordingly, schedules for related content have been adjusted, while a buff and reward revisions were applied to Grim Reaper. The spawn …

'Lineage M' Unveils Massive Update 'THE GOLDEN AGE'

ⓒ NCSOFTNCSOFT's MMORPG 'Lineage M' unveiled its massive update 'THE GOLDEN AGE' on the 9th, sequentially rolling out new content including new servers and a class reboot. NCSOFT opened new servers 'Giran' and 'Heine' in …

NCSoft to Show Subculture RPG at Tokyo Game Show 2026

NCSoft's 'Astra Ora Ratio' gameNCSoft said on the 21st that its new subculture role-playing game, Astrae Oratio, will take part in Tokyo Game Show 2026 in Japan. Tokyo Game Show, a global gaming expo marking its 30th anniversary this year, runs …

NCSOFT Teams Up With HK inno.N for Lineage 2M Beverage Tie-In

NCSOFT (036570.KS) said on the 21st that its massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) "Lineage 2M" is launching a collaboration with "Hutgae Su," a hangover- and thirst-relief beverage made by HK inno.N. The two companies …

NCSOFT Runs ‘Lineage2M X Hutgaesu’ Collaboration

Provided by NCSOFT ©NCSOFTLineage2M, an MMORPG by NCSOFT (Co-CEOs Kim Taek-jin and Park Byung-moo), is holding a collaboration with HK inno.N's oriental raisin tea brand 'Hutgaesu'. NCSOFT and HK inno.N will introduce the 'Lineage2M …

Aion 2 Unveils New Raid Content 'Snowfield of Grief'

Ahead of its new Sanctuary 'Snowfield of Grief' update tomorrow, Aion 2 previewed various content and improvements during a live stream today (September 8). While stating that they are "aware of and plan to improve" most of the issues …

Nvidia announces $12.9 billion acquisition of Hugging Face

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang (right) visits an internet cafe with NCSoft CEO Kim Taek-jin in Seoul, South Korea, on June 7. Huang announced in a blog post on Thursday that his company is acquiring Hugging Face for $12.9 billion. File Photo by Yonhap/EPA …

G-Star loses traction as Korean game makers turn to global shows

Visitors line up to try NCSoft’s Aion 2 at the company’s G-Star booth at BEXCO in Busan, Nov. 13, 2025. Newsis G-Star, Korea’s largest game trade show and one of Busan’s flagship international events, is losing traction as major domestic game developers …

Killzone is Getting a Sequel Sooner Than Expected Due to Horizon Struggles

Guerrilla Games is reportedly shifting their focus away from its massive Horizon franchise and reviving one of its dormant shooter series for a fresh outing. According to MP1st, a new project in the Killzone series has entered the early stages of …

NC opens TIME TAKERS Steam Playtest sign-ups to more regions

NC, the Korean publisher formerly known as NCSOFT, has opened sign-ups for a 72-hour Steam Playtest of its upcoming title TIME TAKERS.   The test begins on Friday, September 4th at 10 AM PT and closes on Monday, September 7th at 10 AM PT. Players can …

Crimson Desert to Set Sail With First DLC Next Month

Pearl Abyss (263750) will release next month the first downloadable content for Crimson Desert, its action-adventure title that has sold more than 6 million copies worldwide, expanding the game's setting to the sea. Players who previously explored vast …

Lineage M to Open New Servers 'Giran' and 'Heine' on September 9

ⓒ NCSOFTOn August 27, NCSOFT opened pre-registration for the 'THE GOLDEN AGE' update for its MMORPG 'Lineage M' and revealed the schedule for pre-creating characters on new servers. 'Lineage M' will release the 'THE GOLDEN AGE…

'BanG Dream! Our Notes' Global Release Set for September 24, 2026

A Brand-New Story Told Through Five Girls' Bands Is About to Begin CA, UNITED STATES, September 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "BanG Dream! Our Notes," published by BILIBILI GAME, has officially announced that the global release is …

When Mom Retires to Arizona, the Family Florist May Be 2,000 Miles Away

Sun City Florist builds its local flower-delivery service around a national reality: the person ordering the flowers often lives somewhere else NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A daughter in Chicago wants …

Mama Mansion Treasure Hunt $1 Million Giveaway

RICHMOND, BRITISH COLOMBIA , CANADA, September 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mamas Mansion Brings a 10,000 Treasure Hunt to the Community- With a $1 million Giveaway Announcement to Follow. Mamas Mansion is inviting the community to come …

Land Run Links Launches New On Site and Online Golf Pro Shop for OKC Golfers

MOORE, OK, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Land Run Links expands its Moore indoor golf experience with a new pro shop offering golf clubs, polos, hats, gloves, accessories and more, available both on site and online. Land Run …

Virginia Partnership for Gaming and Health Launches Referral Line to Connect Support Seekers with Recovery Services

RICHMOND, VA, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Virginia Partnership for Gaming and Health (VPGH) recently launched a new referral phone line, offering a direct pathway to the organization’s coordinated treatment response. …

Digiarty Software Highlights Growing Interest in DVD Digitization Amid 2026 Physical Media Rebound

As monthly subscriptions climb and digital titles disappear, physical media and DVD digitization are attracting renewed attention from consumers. CHENGDU, SICHUAN, CHINA, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The modern entertainment …

PitPat Launches Healthy Fall Moves Online Challenge, Bringing a New Digital Approach to Fall Fitness

HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As digital technology continues to reshape the fitness industry, online fitness challenges and virtual sporting events are making it easier for people to stay active beyond the …

RAKUTEN VIKI’S K-DRAMA DAY RETURNS FOR THE FOURTH YEAR: CELEBRATE WITH FREE SHOWS, PRIZES, TALENT EXCLUSIVES AND MORE

Viki Invites Fans Across Southeast Asia to Vote for Their Favorite K-Drama, with the Winning Show to Be Featured on Digital Billboards in Select Markets SAN MATEO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rakuten Viki, the …

FREESTYLE DIGITAL MEDIA LAUNCHES DARK COMEDY MOCKUMENTARY 'A BLOODY MESS' FOR SEPTEMBER THEATRICAL RELEASE

Dark Comedy ‘Mockumentary’ Begins Limited Theatrical Run September 18th Followed by a Digital Release on North American VOD Platforms in Fall 2026 LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Freestyle Digital Media, the …

Custom Soft Playground Manufacturer KAIQI Leads China Standardization Research Base for Indoor Children Safety

WENZHOU, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As a dedicated Custom Soft Playground Manufacturer, KAIQI bridges the gap between customized venue design and the formal standardization of indoor children’s play equipment. By …

China Custom Playground Design and Safety Standards by KAIQI with ASTM&EN Certification for Global Parks

WENZHOU, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- KAIQI answers the common challenges global parks face in site adaptation, safety compliance, and thematic differentiation through a comprehensive China Custom Playground solution …

Bushiroad Reveals New 'BanG Dream! YUME∞MITA' Anime Details

Bushiroad reveals new BanG Dream! YUME∞MITA updates: Mugendai MewType key visual, Ep 13 live videos, new songs, and Blu-ray Vol. 2 jacket art. CA, UNITED STATES, September 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TOKYO (September 11, 2026) — Bushiroad Inc …

Why Group Travel Requires More Detailed Planning as Passenger Counts Increase

NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transportation planning becomes increasingly complex as the number of passengers in a group grows. A trip involving four people can often be coordinated with a few messages and a …

High Performance Systems Corp Expands Specialized Restaurant Kitchen Flooring Solutions Across Key New Jersey Markets

High Performance Systems Corp Expands Specialized Restaurant Kitchen Flooring Solutions Across Key New Jersey Markets MIDDLESEX, NJ, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- High Performance Systems Corp, a leading provider of industrial …

A CENTURY OF CINEMA’S GREATEST STORIES COMES TO LIFE IN $1.5 MILLION MOVIE POSTER AUCTION

Rare posters from Mickey’s Pal Pluto, Hard to Handle, The Maltese Falcon, Seven Samurai and more lead Propstore’s spectacular sale LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Propstore, one of the world’s leading …

hololive Dreams In-Game Event “Innocent Pairs, Watchful Eyes” Begins September 8!

〜Takane Lui and FUWAMOCO Appear in Swimsuit Outfits! Brand-New Trio Song “Tri-Unity♡LoveSystem” Also Added〜 SHIBUYA-KU, TOKYO, JAPAN, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- QualiArts, Inc. (Head office: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative …

NOW OPEN: Mixed-Reality Installation Playing with Fire: An Immersive Odyssey with Yuja Wang at London's Southbank Centre

Blending live performance, storytelling, and technology, Playing with Fire offers unprecedented access to acclaimed pianist Yuja Wang LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Playing with Fire: An Immersive …

Security Today Announces Winners of Its 2026 New Product of the Year Award Program

The awards honor product development in the security industry and recognize manufacturers whose solutions stand out for their ability to improve security. WOODLAND HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Security Today …

Starquest Studio Launches VoiceMaxx AI, Bringing Measurable Voice Training to iPhone

Starquest Studio today announced the official launch of VoiceMaxx AI, designed to help people build deeper, steadier and more controlled speaking voices. PITTSFIELD, TX, UNITED STATES, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Starquest Studio today …

Shufti Launches Transaction Trust Monitoring With AI Rule Builder That Turns Plain-English Risks Into Backtested Rules

Governed AI agents score, investigate, and draft the report, while the MLRO authorises every filing, on one engine that ties transactions to verified identity. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, September 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Shufti, the Glocal …