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Torrance, Calif. – April 20, 2023 – Arc System Works America, Inc. has announced the availability of the action-packed fight game DNF Duel for Nintendo Switch. With Nintendo Switch hybrid access, players can spring into action and enter an immersive fighting experience while either docked at home or on-the-go with handheld gameplay. View the DNF Duel Switch launch trailer here.

Based on publisher Nexon Korea Corporation’s Dungeon&Fighter, one of the most popular and widely played RPGs in the world, DNF Duel originally released to wide acclaim in 2022 for its reimagining of Dungeon&Fighter’s iconic world and classes into a 2.5D fighter. The game is co-developed by Arc System Works and NEOPLE INC. using Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 4 to deliver realistic graphics and gorgeous cutscenes during battle.

DNF Duel brings unique combat mechanics, an intuitive command system for players of all experience levels, multiple character stories, and strategic fighting gameplay. Players can choose from a variety of Dungeon&Fighter characters as well – including Berserker, Crusader, Dragon Knight, Enchantress, Ghostblade, Grappler, Inquisitor, Kunoichi, Launcher, Swift Master, Troubleshooter, Vanguard, and more – each with unique personalities and skills. There are also different modes of play and other features, such as Online Mode (ranked/player matching, ranking), Local Mode (free battle, story, arcade, survival), Practice Mode (training/tutorial), and Collection features (player profile, replay library, and more).DNF Duel is available now for Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 at $49.99. For more information about the DNF Duel retail availability and game details, please visit the Arc System Works website as well as the game’s official YouTube and Facebook channels.

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About Arc System Works America

Arc System Works America (ASW America), the North American branch of Arc System Works, is the premier publisher and developer of the widely popular Guilty Gear and BlazBlue franchises. Deep rooted in the communities it builds, ASW America strives to bring unforgettable experiences to its passionate fanbase. https://arcsystemworks.com/

About NEXON Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1994, NEXON Co., Ltd. (Nexon) (3659.TO) is a company engaged in the production, development and operation of online games and Virtual Worlds. First listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon was placed on JPX400 in 2015 and added to the Nikkei Stock Index 300 in 2017. In 2020, Nexon was added to the Nikkei 225. Nexon currently has more than 50 live games on multiple platforms including mobile and available in more than 190 countries. Major game franchises include MapleStory, KartRider and Dungeon&Fighter. In 2021, Nexon completed the acquisition of Embark Studios AB, a company based in Stockholm, Sweden, developing multiple projects for global release. https://company.nexon.co.jp/en/

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Torrance, Calif. – April 18, 2023 – Arc System Works America, Inc. has announced the upcoming April 26 (5:00 PM PT) release date for BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle Special Edition on Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows PC at the price of $49.99.

BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle Special Edition will give Xbox and Windows players the opportunity to create their own dream team from a tag battle crossover of characters, including favorites from BlazBlue, Persona 4 Arena, Persona 4 Arena Ultimax, Under Night In-Birth, Arcana Heart 3 LOVEMAX SIXSTARS!!!!!! XTEND, Senran Kagura: Estival Versus, Akatsuki Blitzkampf, and RWBY. Through the Special Edition, players will receive the base game of the popular 2D fighter, plus its 2.0 update and all previously released DLC.

Don’t miss your chance to delve dimensions, duke it out, and create chaos in this dream team tag-team slugfest! For more information, please visit the Arc System Works website (link).

About BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle

BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle brings you dream matches between the stars of popular titles BlazBlue, Persona 4 Arena, Under Night In-Birth, Arcana Heart, Senran Kagura, Akatsuki Blitzkampf, and RWBY in a 2D fighting game! Grasp for victory with your own original tag-team! BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle is out now for PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam®. The Xbox and Windows Special Edition versions will be released on April 26, 2023. For more information, please visit the BlazBlue: Cross Tag Battle homepage at: https://arcsystemworks.com/game/blazblue-cross-tag-battle/

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About Arc System Works America

Arc System Works America (ASW America), the North American branch of Arc System Works, is the premier publisher and developer of the widely popular Guilty Gear and BlazBlue franchises. Deep rooted in the communities it builds, ASW America strives to bring unforgettable experiences to its passionate fanbase. https://arcsystemworks.com/

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“When it comes to fighting games, Arc System Works is at the top of the food chain.” – IGN

This interview focused on various topics, including the success of Guilty Gear -Strive- and both Guilty Gear and BlazBlue’s futures. They also discussed the possibility of IP collaborations, like a One Piece fighting game.

Full Interview: https://www.ign.com/articles/arc-system-works-ceo-doesnt-want-guilty-gear-and-blazblue-to-compete-with-each-other

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DNF DUEL LAUNCHES GLOBALLY ON PC, PLAYSTATION 4, AND PLAYSTATION 5

All-New Fighting Game Based on Nexon’s Blockbuster Dungeon&Fighter Franchise

Torrance, Calif. – June 28, 2022 – Arc System Works America, Inc. today announced the global launch of DNF Duel on PC (Steam) and consoles (PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5) for $49.99. DNF Duel arrives as an action packed fighting game based on Nexon’s Dungeon and Fighter, the blockbuster franchise registering over 850 million players worldwide.

Published by Nexon Korea Corporation, and co-developed by Arc System Works and Nexon subsidiary NEOPLE INC. using Epic Games’ Unreal Engine 4, DNF Duel reimagines the franchise’s iconic classes into a 2.5D fighter utilizing unique combat mechanics for strategic fighting. Franchise fans can enjoy immersive combat featuring beloved Dungeon and Fighter playable characters each with their own skills and personalities, including Berserker, Crusader, Dragon Knight, Enchantress, Ghostblade, Grappler, Inquisitor, Kunoichi, Launcher, Swift Master, Troubleshooter, Vanguard, and more. Launch will feature first-in-class rollback netcode support as well.

Additionally, DNF Duel has been selected as one of the official esports titles at the upcoming ARC WORLD TOUR 2022.

For more information about DNF Duel retail availability and game details, please visit the Arc System Works website as well as the game’s official YouTube and Facebook channels.

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About Arc System Works America

Arc System Works America (ASW America), the North American branch of Arc System Works, is the premier publisher and developer of the widely popular Guilty Gear and BlazBlue franchises. Deep rooted in the communities it builds, ASW America strives to bring unforgettable experiences to its passionate fanbase. https://post-export-edited.agacdntest.com/

About NEXON Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1994, NEXON Co., Ltd. (Nexon) (3659.TO) is a company engaged in the production, development and operation of online games and Virtual Worlds. First listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon was placed on JPX400 in 2015 and added to the Nikkei Stock Index 300 in 2017. In 2020, Nexon was added to the Nikkei 225. Nexon currently has more than 45 live games on multiple platforms including mobile and available in more than 190 countries. Major game franchises include MapleStory, KartRider and Dungeon&Fighter. In 2021, Nexon completed the acquisition of Embark Studios AB, a company based in Stockholm, Sweden, developing multiple projects for global release. https://company.nexon.co.jp/en/

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