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  • Getting To Know The Speedball League Game

    Getting To Know The Speedball League Game

    In the grim, neon-soaked future of 2138, there are no red cards—only body bags. If you’re looking to dominate the arena in Rebellion’s new Speedball (released January 2025), you’ll need more than just quick reflexes. You’ll need a manager’s brain and a brawler’s heart.

    Here is your essential guide to the Official Speedball League Mode, where rookies are forged into legends and 10 teams battle for the ultimate championship.

    1. The Long Game: Season Structure

    League Mode isn’t a one-off exhibition; it’s a gruelling season where 10 teams compete for the top spot.

    • The Squad: You can manage a roster of up to 18 players.
    • The Goal: Rise through the ranks by winning matches and accumulating points.
    • The Stakes: This is “no-holds-barred.” Players get tired, they get injured, and in the worst cases, they get replaced.

    2. Managing Your Roster: Beyond the Brawl

    Victory in the league is won in the locker room as much as on the pitch. You cannot play your star striker every single game—they will break.

    • Fatigue & Rotation: Each match drains your players. You must rotate your squad to manage fatigue and prevent long-term injuries.
    • Drafting: As the season progresses, you’ll need to draft new players to bolster your ranks or replace those who are “permanently unavailable.”

    Player Stats to Watch

    Every athlete has a unique profile. When building your lineup, look for:

    • Speed: Critical for wingers to hit the warp gates and grind rails first.
    • Shot Power: Necessary for those long-range goals and wall-panel ricochets.
    • Durability: The most underrated stat. If this is low, your player will spend more time in the infirmary than on the field.

    3. Traits: The X-Factor

    In the modern Speedball league, stats are only half the story. Each player comes with specific traits that can change the flow of a game:

    • Pyromaniac: Master of the arena’s flamethrower hazards.
    • Rioter: Increased damage and efficiency during visceral takedowns.
    • Star Shooter: Higher accuracy when aiming for those 2-point wall stars.

    4. Master the Arena Hazards

    League Mode introduces dynamic traps that can be your best friend or your worst enemy.

    • Grind Rails: Use these to zip across the arena and bypass defenders.
    • Warp Gates: Perfect for teleporting the ball (or yourself) to the opposite side for a surprise attack.
    • Environmental Traps: Throwing an opponent into a spinning hammer or a flamethrower doesn’t just feel good—it effectively removes them from the play.

    Pro Tip: Don’t just focus on the goal. In League Mode, points from hitting stars and multipliers can often outweigh a single goal. If the defense is tight, play the walls!

    Find out more here – https://rebellion.com/

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  • Speedball launching on Xbox and PlayStation next week

    Speedball launching on Xbox and PlayStation next week

    Speedball is a high-octane blend of handball and ice hockey—with a violent, cybernetic twist.

    • Fast-Paced Action: Master high-speed passing, precision shooting, and disciplined team coordination.
    • No-Holds-Barred Brutality: There are no fouls here. Use bone-crunching tackles to sideline your opponents. The Slam Cam will even capture the most visceral hits in glorious slow motion.
    • Arena Hazards: It’s not just the players you have to worry about. Watch out for dynamic traps like flamethrowers, ice shotguns, and grind rails that can turn the tide of a match in seconds.

    NEW FEATURES FOR 1.0

    • League Mode: Lead a squad of up to 18 all-stars through a full season. Manage player fatigue, injuries, and tactical rotations to go from “fresh meat” to champions.
    • Management Strategy: Draft players with unique traits like Pyromaniac or Rioter. Build an aggressive powerhouse or a defensive fortress.
    • Expanded Arenas: 1.0 features 8 brand-new arenas, including “Brutal” variants of classic maps.
    • Visual Overhaul: Upgraded VFX for high-impact collisions and new customizable armour sets.

    HOW TO PLAY

    • Solo: Battle through the single-player League Mode or hone your skills against the AI.
    • Multiplayer: Take on the world in skill-based online matchmaking or settle scores with local couch co-op.

    Are you ready to hear the crunch of broken bones?

    Available January 27 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

    Find out more here – https://rebellion.com/

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  • There’s no sound quite like the “clink” of a steel ball hitting the wall at 100mph

    There’s no sound quite like the “clink” of a steel ball hitting the wall at 100mph

    Whether you’re a veteran of the classic leagues or a rookie stepping into the arena for the first time, one thing remains the same: Speed kills.

    Question for the fans: What’s your go-to strategy? Do you go for the quick goals, or do you focus on knocking out the entire opposing team first?

    Ten yards for a slide. Twenty for a goal. Zero mercy for the opposition.

    Speedball is back. Faster, harder, and more brutal than ever. Are you ready to take your team to the top of the league?

    Find out more here – https://rebellion.com/speedball-play-now-on-steam-early-access/

    #Speedball #BitmapBrothers #Rebellion #SciFi #Sports

  • Dare You Visit the Wicked Isle? Diving into the Atomfall Ambience

    Dare You Visit the Wicked Isle? Diving into the Atomfall Ambience

    The chilling, post-apocalyptic British countryside of Atomfall just got a whole lot murkier. The Wicked Isle story expansion invites players to take a perilous boat ride to a new, isolated location—Midsummer Island—and its blend of atompunk aesthetics and genuine folk horror is a treat for anyone who loves a good mystery and a thick, unsettling atmosphere.

    A Fog-Shrouded, Lovecraftian Retreat

    Wicked Isle is less a side-trek and more a deeply integrated new chapter in the Atomfall narrative. Nestled off the Cumberland coast, Midsummer Island is a genuinely distinct environment. The developers, Rebellion, have leaned heavily into the folk horror elements, trading some of the mainland’s paranoia for an ancient, aquatic dread.

    Imagine this: you’re exploring a centuries-old monk’s observatory, a relic from the time of Henry VIII, only to gaze out at the ocean and be met with a sight of genuine Lovecraftian terror. This blend of traditional British history and cosmic horror is where the expansion shines, offering a vivid and beautiful (in a terrifying way) environmental design that’s enhanced by new rain effects and stunning water graphics.

    New Foes and Ancient Secrets

    The disaster at Windscale has taken a particularly nasty toll on Midsummer Island, leading to new threats that will test your survival skills:

    • Deranged Druid Cults: Empowered by pagan rituals, these infected factions add a layer of occult horror to the radioactive landscape.
    • Nautical Bandits: Roaming pirate-themed mercenaries who have embraced the island’s dark history.
    • Strange Creatures: Unnatural entities lurking in the watery depths.

    To face these foes, you’ll uncover new gear, like the devastating double-barrel blunderbuss shotgun and a sharp cutlass, along with new skills that can help you survive the heightened infection levels. Look out for the enhanced metal detector to uncover new hidden caches across the entire quarantine zone!

    Story Progression by Discovery

    Like the base game, Wicked Isle‘s strongest suit is its narrative and atmosphere. The gameplay is less about a frantic difficulty spike and more about unwinding a mystery. The progression is internal—marked by your growing understanding of the world, not just arbitrary stat increases.

    The DLC presents a few very compelling storylines, including a time-flashback mechanic that dives into the island’s connection with the production of a paranormal psychoactive alcohol centuries ago. These leads don’t just stay on the island; they tie back into the mainland narrative, leading to a few new, trippy, and arguably worthwhile endings for the main game. If you loved the detective-novel structure of Atomfall, you’ll find plenty to sink your teeth into here.

    Final Verdict: A Worthwhile Return

    Wicked Isle is essential for anyone who enjoyed the original Atomfall experience. While some of the new weapons might feel like minor upgrades and the enemy AI can still be a little bizarre, the expansion excels where the base game does: atmosphere, world-building, and captivating story additions. It’s more Atomfall, with a fresh, dark folk horror twist that keeps the clock ticking.

    Dare to take the boat ride. The secrets waiting on the Wicked Isle are worth the risk.

    Are you ready to explore Midsummer Island? If you’ve played the base game, what was your favourite part of the Atomfall universe?

    Atomfall Ambience Wicked Isle – http://reb.to/YTAtomfallOutNow

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  • Atomfall: The Red Strain – Unravelling the Secrets of Test Site Moriah

    Atomfall: The Red Strain – Unravelling the Secrets of Test Site Moriah

    The post-apocalyptic British countryside of Atomfall just got a whole lot more dangerous. Today marks the release of Atomfall: The Red Strain, the latest story expansion pack for the critically acclaimed survival-action game from Rebellion Developments. If you’ve been yearning to dive deeper into the mysteries of the Quarantine Zone, this is your chance to do so in a brand-new, highly confidential location.

    What is The Red Strain?

    The Red Strain is not just a simple DLC—it’s a new chapter that expands upon the core narrative of Atomfall. While the base game explored a fictionalised version of the 1986 Windscale nuclear disaster, this expansion ventures into a different kind of horror: biological warfare.

    The central focus of The Red Strain is Test Site Moriah, a top-secret government research facility shrouded in mystery. Even the highest-ranking members of B.A.R.D. (the British Atomic Research Directorate) were unaware of its existence before the disaster. Now, with a deadly virus seeping out from its underground bunkers and labs, you have the opportunity to finally uncover what truly happened at this forgotten site.

    New Dangers, New Gear

    The Red Strain introduces a host of new content to challenge even the most hardened survivors. You’ll face a terrifying new threat—enemies never before encountered in the Quarantine Zone. To combat these dangers, you’ll need to adapt and evolve your playstyle. The expansion comes with a variety of new skills and equipment, including suppressed firearms for a stealthy approach and the ability to wield the heavy weapons of disabled robots for devastating attacks.

    The new story also promises to interlink with the main Atomfall narrative, offering original leads and the potential to unlock new endings for your adventure. This means that a trip into Test Site Moriah isn’t just a side quest—it’s a journey that could fundamentally change the outcome of your original quest for answers.

    Where to Find It

    Atomfall: The Red Strain is available today on all platforms where the base game is sold, including Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. If you’re an Xbox Game Pass or PC Game Pass subscriber, you can also purchase the expansion to add to your Atomfall experience.

    So, are you ready to brave the chilling secrets of Test Site Moriah and face the deadly threat of The Red Strain? The truth about the Quarantine Zone is waiting to be uncovered, but be warned—some secrets are better left buried.

    Atomfall The Red Strain https://atomfall.com

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  • Zombie Army VR Horde Mode Update Gameplay

    Zombie Army VR Horde Mode Update Gameplay

    There is a brilliant new update coming to the Zombie Army VR game, bringing in a new horde mode. Just when you thought that the zombies were under control, they are back in force. Zombie Army VR is available NOW on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest and PCVR via Steam.

    To find out more about the Zombie Army VR game, go to the official game website here http://reb.to/GetZANow

    #ZombieArmyVR #Zombie #VR #rebellion #PlayStationVR2 #MetaQuest #PCVR #Steam #hordemode #gameupdate #gameplay #gametrailer

  • Atomfall The Red Strain Teaser Trailer

    Atomfall The Red Strain Teaser Trailer

    There is a brilliant new expansion pack coming to Atomfall called The Red Strain it puts players in a new location and there are still mysteries to be solved. Atomfall The Red Strain is coming on the 16th of September on Xbox, PlayStation and PC are you ready for this?

    To find out more about Atomfall The Red Strain go to the official game website here https://atomfall.com

    #AtomfallTheRedStrain #Atomfall #TheRedStrain #scifi #AtomfallGame #rebellion #gaming #gamer #gamedev #videogames #xbox #pc #playstation

  • Dawn Apart available on the Epic Games Store

    Dawn Apart available on the Epic Games Store

    Having thought off an attack from pirates, the developers of the Dawn Apart have now released the game on the Epic Games Store. In this game, players can mine and automate the industrial process. Alternatively, players can become part of the rebellion against the ruling classes who have been ruling things for too long.

    To find out more about the Dawn Apart game, go to the official game website here https://astralogical.org/game-dawnapart or go to the games page on Steam https://shorturl.at/Own0g

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  • Check out these top kills on Sniper Elite

    Check out these top kills on Sniper Elite

    Sometimes I am astounded by some of those seriously difficult shots taken on Sniper Elite, and obviously so are the developers Rebellion, because they have come up with a brilliant video featuring some of the coolest and most legendary kills by players of the game. The cool thing is that you don’t have to feel left out either, just send in your best shot and kill to Rebellion using this form https://shorturl.at/OPppQ Good luck!

    To find out more about Sniper Elite, go to the official game website here https://sniperelite.com/

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  • Learn from the best in Sniper Elite

    Learn from the best in Sniper Elite

    The great thing about the Sniper Elite game is that the players just love to share their shots or kills and why not, as this is what the game is all about, wiping out the Nazis, especially the leadership. So if you want some tips on how to go about this creatively, then check out the video below as it is full of some of the kills in Sniper Elite!

    To find out more about the Sniper Elite game, go to the official game website here https://sniperelite.com/

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  • Watch the Zombie Army VR gameplay

    Watch the Zombie Army VR gameplay

    If there is one enemy worse than the Nazis it has to be an army of zombie Nazis created to bring hell on earth even after the leadership has gone. Check out the first twenty minutes of gameplay of the Zombie Army VR game below to see what this game is about. It’s pretty intense and very atmospheric, enjoy! The Zombie Army VR can be pre-ordered right now for PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest and PCVR via Steam, while the game will be launching on the 12th of June.

    To find out more about the Zombie Army VR game, go to the official game website here http://reb.to/PreOrderZAVRTube

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  • Atomfall – Wicked Isle DLC

    Atomfall – Wicked Isle DLC

    Coming soon to Atomfall is the Wicked Isle DLC, where players leave behind the village of Wyndham and head on over to the mysterious Midsummer Island, where the fallout from the incident at the nuclear power plant has infected the people and the environment. This is a great addition to this already successful game. The Atomfall Wicked Isle DLC will be launching on Xbox, PlayStation and PC on the 3rd of June.

    https://youtu.be/5HdforNUuuE?si=IOaN0Phr57IUN92L

    To find out more about the Atomfall Wicked Isle DLC, go to the official game website here https://atomfall.com or go to the games page on Steam here https://shorturl.at/3S3yS

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