The 2023 edition of Bigben Week opened its doors at the beginning of this week in the heart of Paris. NACON invites the media and its international partners to discover its catalog of games and accessories during 4 days. The studios and design and development teams also came to share with visitors the innovative projects they have been working on for months.
A VARIEDAND EXPECTEDLINE-UP
THREE games playable for thefirsttime
Once again this year, Bigben Week is offering visitors the chance to play several games as a preview.
This is notably the case for the highly anticipated RoboCop Rogue City presented for the first time by the developers of Teyon, as well as Gangs of Sherwoodthe cooperative action game that revisits the legend of Robin Hood. It will be released on PC and consoles on October 19.
In a crazier atmosphere where zombies reign, Eko Software is present to unveil ParadiZe Project, its game mixing hack’n slash and survival, which will be available this year on consoles and PC.
Four newlyannouncedgames:
- Asterix & Obelix: Heroes is a collectible card game with RPG mechanics, featuring the world of the Gallic diehards. Developed by Jumpgate AB, the game will be available on all platforms in September 2023.
- On the motorsports side,off-road will be honored this year with Overpass 2. The racing and crossing simulation developed by Neopica will return to consoles and PC on October 19, 2023.
- Both developed by the Tivola studio, Wildshade: Unicorn Champions and Animal Hospital are games that will appeal to youngsters and families. The first is a unicorn racing game set in a fairytale world, while the second offers the role of a veterinarian for pets and fantasies. Both games are scheduled to be released on consoles and PC in the fall of 2023.
A NEW PLAYABLE VERSION FOR 6 OTHER TITLES IN THE CATALOG
They both take place during the Great War, but that’s the only thing they have in common. Ad Infinitumthe psychological horror game from Hekate studio and War Hospitalboth present a new playable version. They will be available respectively on September 14 and October 26 on PC and consoles.
The most athletic gamers are not left out. They are invited to test the new DLC of Session: Skate Simand the new versions of the cycling games Tour de France 2023 and Pro Cycling Manager 2023 which feature more strategic gameplay, an updated route and all the teams and riders of the year.
Finally, on the eve of its official release, The Lord of the Rings: GollumTMis also being showcased, taking every player on a quest for the Precious One. Daedalic’s teams came to show the game in its final version.
NEW ACCESSORIES FOR ALL PLAYERS
Recognized by many gamers around the world for the quality of its controllers, NACON continues to expand its range with many new products.
NACON for Xbox
Launched in 2021, the family of official peripherals for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One has been a great success in Europe and North America. The family is expanding with a brand new, accessible and convenient controller, the EVOL-X, which will be available in September 2023. It will be offered in classic black or white colors and will come in many new versions, including a transparent version with LED.
NACON for Nintendo SwitchTM
The Nintendo Switch™ family of accessories is one of the most comprehensive on the market. A wide selection of Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch Lite™ and Nintendo Switch™ OLED model compatible cases including many officially licensed models(Metroid DreadTM, The Legend of ZeldaTM, Mario Kart TM) are presented at the event.
RIG by NACON
After a successful year with the release of the new PRO Series, including the award-winning RIG 800 PRO, RIG was present at Bigben Week to present the products that have made it a success. RIG is currently working on a new range of products that will be announced in the coming months. It aims to consolidate the brand’s position as a leader in premium gaming audio and reinforces the brand’s promises to gamers in terms of performance, innovation and design.
