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Speedball | Play Now on Steam Early Access

Speedball is a brand-new entry into the legendary Bitmap Brothers series! In the grim future of 2138, the futuresport is used by mega-corporations to distract the downtrodden masses from their miserable lives.

View the Early Access Launch trailer for Speedball here:

Once an underground sport reviled for its brutality, Speedball has risen to unprecedented heights of popularity and profitability.

It is the only sport that allows two cybernetically augmented teams to go head-to-head at levels of speed and violence beyond human limitations, where any moment could be a player’s last.

BRUTALITY

Listen to the roar of the crowd and the crunch of broken bones as you engage in a brutal match-up with visceral takedowns.
Sit back and watch as medbots drag your battered, beaten and bruised opponents out of the arena.

SPEED

Whether playing singleplayer, online, or against a friend in couch play, matches are fast-paced, explosive and unpredictable. Master high-speed passing, coordination and shooting to climb your way the top of the underground world of Speedball.

STRATEGY

Select, position and organise your players based on their strengths, weaknesses and cybernetic augmentations. Will you push for all-out aggression, or will a defensive powerhouse be your greatest asset?

Features:

• Incredible fast-paced matches that are explosive and unpredictable
• Face off in a brutal sport featuring a wide range of teams and arenas
• Take advantage of arena specific obstacles and abilities to gain the upper hand against your opponents
• Arcade-style matches come together with sports management strategy
• Organize a team that fits your playstyle based on their individual traits and talents
• Hone your skills against the AI and then compete online or against a friend locally

Speedball has launched into Early Access with a 12-month roadmap that will see a host of new content and features added before the ‘full version’ of the game is released.

Play Speedball Now

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We’re also seeking fans’ ideas and feedback on how to grow the game and encourage players to join Speedball’s dedicated Discord forum to engage with our developers and contribute to the development cycle.

For all the latest news and updates be sure to follow Speedball on all our social channels: 

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Ready Your Rifle | Sniper Elite: Resistance Will Launch On January 30th 2025

We are proud to announce that Sniper Elite: Resistance will launch on January 30th 2025 and is now available to pre-order. Sniper Elite: Resistance is coming day one to Game Pass and will be available both digitally and physically (with the boxed edition published by Fireshine Games) on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, Windows PC and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store.

A new release date trailer for Sniper Elite: Resistance has just been launched and is available to watch here.

We are also announcing the Sniper Elite: Resistance Deluxe Edition, which will include additional Season Pass content when that launches later in the year.

Promotional image for Sniper Elite: Resistance, showing a release date of January 30th, 2025. The image features three editions: Base Game, Standard Edition, and Deluxe Edition, each with unique content such as a season pass, pre-order bonus targets, and specific weapons. The graphic shows Harry Hawker in combat gear aiming a sniper rifle on the left side. Text encourages pre-ordering now.

Players who pre-order Sniper Elite: Resistance receive a bonus new Target Führer campaign mission, an additional weapon skin, and the powerful Karabiner 98 Rifle. In addition to the bonuses included with the Standard Edition, pre-ordering the Deluxe Edition will also offer fans the classic M1911 Pistol and two days early access to the game.

Harry Hawker slides down a zipline toward a wire bridge made out of steel and concrete. Lights illuminate from the top of the pillars on the bridge. A town can be seen in the distance.

In Sniper Elite: Resistance, Harry Hawker, agent of the Special Operations Executive (SOE), takes the lead role for the first time in the series as he discovers an insidious new Wunderwaffe – something so powerful, it guarantees the Nazis would win the war. This new standalone story runs parallel to the events of Sniper Elite 5 and turns the attention towards the hidden war, far from the front lines, deep within the heart of occupied France.

As players might expect from the Sniper Elite franchise, the game offers unparalleled sniping mechanics, stealth and tactical third-person combat. Players can also expect huge agency on how to complete your mission, with optional Kill List targets, multiple infiltration and extractions points, and side missions. Sniper Elite Resistance also introduces Propaganda Missions, a brand-new style of side mission to the series. Locate a unique Propaganda poster in each of the main campaign’s levels to unlock a Propaganda Mission where you become a Resistance Fighter.

Harry Hawker shoots from the top of a large concrete dam. Axis soldiers run toward him. In the distance the glint from the scope of a rifle can be visible.

Game features:

  • Full length, standalone campaign playable in both single-player and co-op
  • Authentic arsenal of World War II weaponry, featuring fan favourites as well as new additions
  • Customise and upgrade weapons to fit your playstyle
  • The trademark X-ray kill cam returns, showing you the true destructive power of each shot.
  • Engage in cat and mouse multiplayer in the fan favourite Invasion mode
  • Once you’ve set your scope, take things online with adversarial multiplayer

More details will be revealed about Sniper Elite: Resistance in the coming months. For the latest news and updates, please visit sniper.com and be sure to follow Sniper Elite on our social channels: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. We are excited to continue delivering thrilling experiences to our dedicated community and look forward to your ongoing support.

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Atomfall | Coming March 2025

The Mystery of Windscale

Delve deeper into the foreboding world of Atomfall and the mystery of Windscale by watching the new trailer, hot off the heels of Gamescom:

Opening in the style of a classic 1950s news reel, this latest trailer offers a closer look at Atomfall’s setting in the North of England. Atomfall is inspired by the real-life events of the 1957 Windscale disaster and the story picks up five years later in a fictionalised quarantine zone that encompasses rolling countryside, valleys, caves and even a picturesque English village.

But this picture-perfect postcard setting is a hostile landscape that hides a dark mystery. To get to the bottom of what happened at Windscale, you will need to navigate military encampments, delve through abandoned bunkers below ground, and risk your life in Pagan ruins. Your trusty metal detector will also help you uncover a few secrets buried beneath the surface!

Central to the dark mystery are the host of eccentric characters and cryptic organisations that inhabit the quarantine zone. These individuals have been cut off from the outside world for years and left to their own devices, so are anything but normal. Your interactions with them are important and will shape your journey. But be careful, they aren’t all friendly and you will need to get to grips with an array of ranged and melee weapons if you are to survive!

Atomfall is a new singleplayer survival-action game, launching in March 2025. The game is coming day one to Xbox Game Pass, it will also be available on Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Windows PC and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Atomfall will also release on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4.

Pre-order The Survival Pack Today

Secure your future with the Survival Pack!

Prepare for the launch of Atomfall with the Limited Edition “Survival Pack” which includes bonus in-game content and exclusive collectible items!

Limited time only, pre-order ends on the 11th October 2024, for delivery in March 2025.

Please note the Atomfall pack does not include the Atomfall game.

Pre-order the Survival Pack Now!

Head over to the official Atomfall website to Wishlist Now, and read our blog for Frequently Asked Questions.

For the latest news and updates, please visit Atomfall.com and be sure to follow Atomfall on our social channels: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.

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Rebellion and Level Infinite Announce Partnership

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Rebellion and Level Infinite have today announced that they are working in partnership on an unannounced title. Codenamed ‘Project Archipelago‘, the original IP will utilise the unique skillsets of both organisations to create a new gameplay experience.

There will be an opportunity for Rebellion community members to apply to playtest a pre-Alpha build of Project Archipelago soon via a dedicated Discord space. Stay tuned to Rebellion’s official social channels for more.

More details will be revealed about the project in due course.

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Rebellion Late Night | Stream Schedule

A graphic showing the Rebellion Late Night logo with characters from Rebellion games as a backdrop. These include Karl Fairburne from Sniper Elite, The Butcher from Zombie Army 4: Dead War and Rogue Trooper.

Rebellionites unite!

Sniper Elite, Zombie Army, Battlezone, Evil Genius, Aliens vs Predator. These are just some of the titles being showcased on our monthly Rebellion Late Night stream.

We know there are a plethora of awesome Rebellion gaming communities seeking to add to their ranks, or simply just to delve into our extensive back catalogue. Rebellion Late Night has you covered.

Every 3rd Thursday of each month at 8pm we showcase a classic Rebellion title on our official Twitch channel.

We encourage you to tune in, get involved and have a chance at winning a game key!

Check out below for details on what is coming up on Rebellion Late Night:

A graphic showing scenes from Battlezone Gold Edition and Aliens vs Predator. The date below Battlezone Gold states the 25th August and under Aliens vs Predator the 22nd August.

We stream this Thursday 25th July with Battlezone Gold Edition. The Hex Map and The Nemesis await!

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Atomfall | Coming 2025

A screenshot of a British landscape with greenery and rolling hills. A power plant appears in the background with a lightening bolt striking it. A mysterious construction in the shape of a figure is also visible, alongside a dilapidated house. The white Atomfall logo is clearly visible, alongside an old fashioned red telephone box which appears front and centre.

A screenshot of a British landscape with greenery and rolling hills. A power plant appears in the background with a lightening bolt striking it. A mysterious construction in the shape of a figure is also visible, alongside a dilapidated house. The white Atomfall logo is clearly visible, alongside an old fashioned red telephone box which appears front and centre.

Fight, Survive and uncover the truth in Atomfall

Announced at the Xbox Games Showcase, Atomfall will be a day one release on Game Pass and will launch simultaneously on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store and PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 in 2025.

Atomfall is a new single player survival-action game set in post-war Britain, with players exploring a mysterious nuclear quarantine zone in the North of England. Take a sneak peek of what’s to come in this green and unpleasant land with Atomfall’s reveal trailer:

Click Here to watch Atomfall’s Reveal Trailer on YouTube. 

Where is Atomfall set?

Inspired by the real-life events of the 1957 Windscale disaster in the North of England, you pick up the story five years after the fire in a fictionalised quarantine zone. A lot has changed in this time and you’ll need to explore this hostile world and navigate bizarre characters, mysticism, cults and murky government agencies.

A Screenshot of a character holding a gun centred in the middle of the shot. Behind him is a wonderful British landscape, with a church and lots of other buildings and greenery. On the right is a sign reading "Wyndham Lake District".

Defend yourself with a selection of weapons (including pistols, SMGs, bows and arrows and more) and if that’s not your style, feel free to give your enemies a whack with a cricket bat. Supplies are scarce in Atomfall. You will need to hunt and scavenge for resources including food, crafting materials, weapons and ammunition. Your metal detector will help you scavenge and unearth other secrets too…

What is ‘Protocol’?

In response to the disaster, the army has been sent in to create and maintain a quarantine zone. This response force is known as ‘Protocol’. They are the ones tasked with keeping people safe – but after five years, their outlook has soured. 

You will learn more about Protocol as you interact with them – and the people they seek to control – over the course of the game. Are they a force for good, keeping people safe? Are they a force of oppression, making life harder for those in the quarantine zone? Or is there more going on than meets the eye?

Protocol are using all the resources at their disposal to maintain the quarantine. This includes scavenging equipment from B.A.R.D. (British Atomic Research Division) science bunkers. The robots are programmed to do everything necessary to maintain the quarantine. You need to make sure you know what you are doing before choosing to take one on.

The character POV is first person, you are holding a flash light in your right hand. Infront of you is a striking yellow B.A.R.D robot walking towards you. The robots left arm is a gun and the right arm is a claw. Within the background the scenery is dark.

Atomfall is an original title that comprises single player gameplay and story elements which are brand new for Rebellion. We will be revealing more about Atomfall soon. 

Navigate to the official Atomfall website to Wishlist Now, and read our blog for Frequently Asked Questions.

For the latest news and updates, be sure to follow Atomfall across our new social channels: Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.  

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Sniper Elite 4 | Coming to iPhone, iPad and Mac

Karl Fairburne kneels whilst looking down the scope of his sniper rifle. In the background a lighthouse can be seen on an island out at sea.

With more than 30 million players worldwide, Rebellion’s award-winning, BAFTA-nominated tactical shooter, will this holiday season, be playable on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max and any iPad or Mac with the M1 chip or later. Legendary snipers can now take on the Nazis in the palm on their hands.

Channel your gaze upon the reveal trailer here.

Delve into the award-winning, unrivalled World War II sniper experience with millions of players already worldwide. An essential for any gaming shooter enthusiast.

You will return once more to 1943 Italy. The Axis is mobilising and it’s up you, Karl Fairburne to aid in the liberation from fascism.

Combining emergent stealth action with unrivaled sniping freedom in huge maps brimming with tactical possibilities. Players can look forward to an expansive campaign in the the lush Mediterranean landscapes of Italy where the Resistance fights to defeat a terrifying new Nazi threat to the Allied counter-offensive.

Karl Fairburne stands having just taken a shot with an SMG. The trail of the bullet is visible as it heads toward an Axis soldier. The soldier is falling to the ground, a spatter of blood suggesting he's been hit. Large stone buildings complete the scene.

Access an array of authentic World War II weapons that will help you adapt to an assortment of combat scenarios. Find the ideal loadout to bring down your foes. Rifles, pistols SMG’s, trip mines and grenades will all contribute to you victory on the battlefield.

Watch your enemies demise unfold in truly gruesome fashion with the iconic X-ray Kill Camera. Observe your enemies twist and contort as their bones and organs are obliterated.

Karl Fairburne kneels on a rooftop, gazing down the scope of his sniper rifle. An SMG can be seen attached to his back. The scene in the background is of an Italian village in the day.

Apple devices will support cross-saving, so whether you’re on the go or at home you can switch between your iPhone 15 pro or your Mac and continue you campaign with ease.

Not only will your Apple devices have intuitive touch controls, but you will also have access to a wide range of supported external controllers to assist in navigating your way through the map.

For further intel, sign up to our exclusive mailing list via the official Sniper Elite website.

Stay up to date with all things Sniper Elite by following us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram and converse with your fellow comrades in Rebellion’s Discord server.

The battlefield awaits. Will you be on the right side of history?

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Rebellion co-founders Chris and Jason Kingsley awarded CBE in New Year Honours List

A visual of Chris and Jason Kingsley.

Chris and Jason Kingsley, the co-founders of Rebellion have both received a CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) as part of the King’s New Year Honours List for their services to the economy.

Known for the Sniper Elite and Zombie Army video game franchises, Rebellion also operates in comics, as the owner of 2000 AD, a universe which include both Judge Dredd and Rogue Trooper, and many more well-known IP, books, board games, film and TV production and motion capture.

The brothers play an active role in the promotion of the wider UK games industry as leaders of TIGA, the non-profit trade organisation for independent games developers, in-house publisher-owned developers, outsourcing companies, technology businesses and universities. Jason is the Chair of TIGA, while Chris Chairs the Education Committee. Both Chris and Jason had previously been awarded OBEs in 2018 and 2012 respectively.

Jason Kingsley CBE, CEO of Rebellion, said: “To be awarded a CBE is an incredible honour. It, in part, reflects the growth and success of Rebellion but also the wider UK games industry. Games are now the leading form of entertainment media. I hope such a British success story will be reflected in many more honours being awarded to our diverse and talented games industry leaders. Having said all that, I shall also buy myself a new sword to celebrate.”

Chris Kingsley CBE, CTO of Rebellion, added: “I am extremely proud to receive an CBE. This award is testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone at Rebellion and TIGA. Rebellion sits at the forefront of the UK industry as its largest independent studio and as an industry we continue to create new and exciting worlds, experiences and adventures, pushing the boundaries of technology. We look forward to an even more exciting future.”

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Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior | OUT NOW

The time has come. Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior is out now on Meta Quest 2, 3 and Pro! Click here to watch the launch trailer via our official Rebellion YouTube channel.

Brace yourself for an all-new story-driven campaign, coupled with two thrilling new game modes. Plus, elevate your gaming experience with ProTubeVR and bHaptics support, promising the pinnacle of hyper-immersive gunplay.

Thrilling new campaign

Deploy into the ultimate immersive World War II sniping experience. Tackle the Axis forces head on with a range of authentic weapons, using stealth tactics as a means to banish their forces from your homeland. As The Partisan you will uncover Nazi wonder weapons that could turn the tide of the war. They must be destroyed and it is up to you make sure the Allied forces are victorious!

Using an SMG you are blasting down somes metal stairs towards a group of Axis soldiers. The blood spatter from one soldiers now destroyed guys are on show.

Authentic Arsenal

It’s time to become a weapon aficionado and delve into a huge cache of authentic World War II weapons. Whether you prefer the power and range of sniper rifles, the burst fire chaos of sub-machine guns or the close range but equally fearsome pistols, you will almost certainly find a loadout to suit your battlefield needs. Customise your ideal loadouts for your playstyle and deal fiery justice upon your enemies.

You are sneaking up to an unsuspecting Axis soldier. With a Welrod pistol in hand, you are about to take him out. A castle draped in Axis flags stands nearby.

Challenging New Game Modes

Having wreaked havok upon your enemies, why not turn your attention on two exciting additional game modes. Last Stand pits you against waves of enemies, all hell bent on putting you in an early grave! Utilise the weapons you have at your disposal and try and get through as many waves as you can manage. Sniper Hunt makes you face elite enemy snipers as well as other Axis enemy distractions. One wrong move and the glint of the scope will be the last thing you see. Will you survive their sharpshooting skills?

Your scope focuses on a nearby Axis soldier. You haven't yet taken the shot. A camoflaged fighter plane sits close by in the hanger.

Immersive Gunplay

Grab your rifle with both hands. Manually reload each bullet before taking that essential mission defining shot. Draw the scope to your eye, pick your target and immerse youself with virtual reality combat like never before. Stash your weapons how you see fit and equip when the time is right to strike.

Don’t delay and grab yourself a copy of Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior now. Will you be the difference?

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Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior | Features Trailer Reveal

Attention one and all!

With a new mission almost upon us, we thought it imperative to prepare you for your next set of trials and tribulations.

A set of new challenges await, with a host of enemies awaiting your arrival. Pay close attention to the latest Features Trailer as we reveal more of what’s in store for Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior:

An exciting new campaign.

It’s all hands on deck and the Axis are still actively scheming to foil Allied progression. Don’t let the cold stop you, as you make your way through a variety of new missions pitting you against battle hardened enemies and even more ferocious weapons. Equip yourself with your own arsenal and use them to force back the enemy forces, preventing them from executing their secret plans.

You are holding a grenade, ready to pull the pin. An enemy lies dead on the floor nearby and two vehicles ahead are primed for an explosive. A frozen sea and stone battlement feature in the background.

Immersive gunplay.

Lock and load soldier and choose from an array of familiar but deadly authentic World War II weapons. Your sniper rifle isn’t the only key to victory. Grab a Panzerfaust, duel wield some pistols and let freedom ring with a shotgun blast! How you go about tackling the enemy head on is very much up to you. Get a realistic feel for the powerful arsenal at your disposal. The Axis cannot be allowed to be victorious! Let the signature x-ray kill cam do all the talking!

A snipers scope follows an Axis soldier. His back is turned and it unaware of his fate. An enemy encampment surrounds the soldier with tents and supply boxes.

Thrilling new game modes.

Introducing two challenging new game modes. Firstly Sniper Hunt pits you against skillful enemy snipers, hell bent on putting you away for good! Will their scope glint be the last thing you see or will you put a stop to their barrage of high caliber bullets? Secondly, Last Stand puts you up against waves of enemy soldiers all armed to the teeth with their own fearsome weapons. It will be up to you to best them and see how long you can survive against the onslaught!

Sniper Elite VR: Winter Warrior comes to Meta Quest 2, 3 and Pro November 30th. Will you heed the call? Wishlist now.

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