China today announced a series of planned restrictions on video game monetization and engagement tactics, according to Reuters.
08.12.2023 - 05:32 / venturebeat.com
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Seasun Games announced Mecha Break, a multiplayer mech combat game with up to 48-players in battle royale mode or six-player co-op.
The title will feature high-speed mech clashes with a fusion of futuristic tech and dynamic battles. Zhuhai, China-based Seasun Games revealed the title at The Game Awards.
Mecha Break immerses players into the heart of combat as expert mech pilots, navigating the battleground across land and sky. Each player takes command of a personalized mech, crafted with customizable weapons, armor, chassis, and paint jobs.
From lightning-fast scouts to heavy-hitting artillery, the customization options caters to diverse playstyles and strategies, ensuring a unique experience for every player.
Mecha Break also room for artistic expression, allowing players to personalize every aspect of their mechs, including paint jobs, armor hues and internal frameworks. Delving deeper into the game’s narrative, each pilot comes with a distinct backstory and evolving journey. As players progress, their pilots grow in experience and storytelling, adding layers of depth and engagement to the game’s universe.
In the game, your arsenal is open as you can explore an assortment of assault, melee, sniper, reconnaissance, and support mechs, each offering a unique playstyle and mechanics.
You can also live out various pilot characters, each with distinct personalities and narratives, from a lone warrior to a fearless noble girl or seasoned veteran.
In multiplayer, you can join three-player or six-player squads in matches up to 48 players in battle-royale mode.
The highly anticipated Open Beta pre-registration for Mecha Break commences tomorrow on December 8, available for Windows PC via platforms such as Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store. The full release of Mecha BREAK is scheduled for 2024.
Established in 1995, Seasun Games serves as the gaming subsidiary of Kingsoft Corporation, among China’s pioneering gaming entities. With a workforce exceeding 2,000 across locations in Zhuhai, Chengdu, Silicon Valley, Beijing, and Shanghai, Seasun Games prioritizes independent research and development, featuring a self-developed 3D game engine.
The company’s portfolio spans PC standalone, PC online, and mobile platforms, emphasizing research, development, and independent publishing capabilities. Notably, the Sword Heroes’ Fate series garners over 4 million monthly active players in Asia, echoing Seasun Games’ commitment to delivering joyous gaming experiences to players worldwide.
The game features different mid-sized battlegrounds like Eye of Misra, Mercury Shipyards, and Cape Blanc
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