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    "published_at": "2024-01-23 08:00:00",
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    "body": "\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n        data-component=\"image-zoom-popup\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-selector=\".release-content-image__image\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-i18n=\"data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0=\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-views-event=\"Story Image View\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event=\"Story Image Download\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-placement=\"content\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover\" style=\"width: 100%\">\n            <img\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/c84710f7-5223-4f6e-8e15-f64d88955b02/-/format/auto/\"\n                                class=\"release-content-image__image image-thumbnail-rollover__image\"\n                data-description=\"\"\n                id=\"image-c84710f7-5223-4f6e-8e15-f64d88955b02\"\n                data-id=\"c84710f7-5223-4f6e-8e15-f64d88955b02\"\n                data-original=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/c84710f7-5223-4f6e-8e15-f64d88955b02/-/inline/no/Untitled\"\n                data-mfp-src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/c84710f7-5223-4f6e-8e15-f64d88955b02/-/format/auto/\"\n                alt=\"Story image\"\n            />\n            <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover__caption\">\n                <svg class=\"icon icon-expand image-thumbnail-rollover__caption-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-expand\"></use>\n            </svg>            </div>\n        </div>\n\n        <figcaption class=\"release-content-image__caption\"></figcaption>\n    </figure>\n<p><strong>Tokyo, Japan 23rd January 2024</strong> - Aniplex Inc, a Japanese animation and games company, is pleased to share two visually stunning games, Hookah Haze and Venture to the Vile. The development team will be present at Taipei Games Show 2024.</p><p>Meetings with the development team can be arranged upon request at Ukiyo Studios Booth A01 in the Indie House area. Remote interviews are also possible during or after Taipei Game Show. For early access reviews, game codes can be made available upon request.</p><p>All media assets can be accessed <a href=\"https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1uV_HysXU_sYZmE0fOn3vyucOM8aA39jh?usp=sharing\"><u>here</u></a>.</p><p><strong>Enter The Haze<br>\u200b</strong>Protagonist Toru Sumiki loses the will to live after being diagnosed with a fatal illness. At his doctor&rsquo;s insistence he attempts to make the most of his time left and starts a job as the manager of a hookah lounge. Through work he meets three unique girls with cheerful facades that belie problems and past trauma within. In a dimly lit room and through the smoke of shisha, what will Toru finally discover about his new friends?</p><p>Check out the trailer <a href=\"https://youtu.be/Ov_CzRuulos?feature=shared\"><u>here</u></a>!</p>\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n        data-component=\"image-zoom-popup\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-selector=\".release-content-image__image\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-i18n=\"data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0=\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-views-event=\"Story Image View\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event=\"Story Image Download\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-placement=\"content\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover\" style=\"width: 100%\">\n            <img\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/d0ed698c-aeb3-4f14-b1ea-3dd2770e4e9c/-/resize/1200x/-/format/auto/\"\n                                class=\"release-content-image__image image-thumbnail-rollover__image\"\n                data-description=\"\"\n                id=\"image-d0ed698c-aeb3-4f14-b1ea-3dd2770e4e9c\"\n                data-id=\"d0ed698c-aeb3-4f14-b1ea-3dd2770e4e9c\"\n                data-original=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/d0ed698c-aeb3-4f14-b1ea-3dd2770e4e9c/-/inline/no/Untitled\"\n                data-mfp-src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/d0ed698c-aeb3-4f14-b1ea-3dd2770e4e9c/-/resize/1200x/-/format/auto/\"\n                alt=\"Story image\"\n            />\n            <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover__caption\">\n                <svg class=\"icon icon-expand image-thumbnail-rollover__caption-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-expand\"></use>\n            </svg>            </div>\n        </div>\n\n        <figcaption class=\"release-content-image__caption\"></figcaption>\n    </figure>\n<p><strong>Gameplay Features</strong></p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span><strong>Develop your own unique house blends</strong> of hookah by experimenting with tobacco types and preparation methods</span></li><li><span><strong>Master the basics of hookah preparation</strong>. Expert heat management will help the girls warm up to you</span></li><li><span><strong>Build deep relationships</strong> with a lovable cast of characters. Get to know their personalities, quirks and help them heal from their past experiences</span></li><li><span><strong>Update your Hookah social media</strong> to attract different customers, make sure to reply to them too!</span></li></ul><p>Hookah Haze was first announced during the Live Premiere segment of Indie Live Expo 2023 Winter. Development behind the game is being done by an all-woman team. Hookah Haze is sure to be a hit amongst fans who love cozy games and talking simulations with a subtle yet sensual allure. </p>\n    <figure\n        class=\"release-content-image release-content-image--contained release-content-image--align-center\"\n        data-component=\"image-zoom-popup\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-selector=\".release-content-image__image\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-i18n=\"data:application/json;base64,eyJEb3dubG9hZCI6IkRvd25sb2FkIn0=\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-views-event=\"Story Image View\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-tracking-download-event=\"Story Image Download\"\n        data-image-zoom-popup-placement=\"content\"\n    >\n        <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover\" style=\"width: 100%\">\n            <img\n                src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/0c506d07-b87d-4db4-abff-24bbd65c6d51/-/format/auto/\"\n                                class=\"release-content-image__image image-thumbnail-rollover__image\"\n                data-description=\"\"\n                id=\"image-0c506d07-b87d-4db4-abff-24bbd65c6d51\"\n                data-id=\"0c506d07-b87d-4db4-abff-24bbd65c6d51\"\n                data-original=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/0c506d07-b87d-4db4-abff-24bbd65c6d51/-/inline/no/Untitled\"\n                data-mfp-src=\"https://cdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/0c506d07-b87d-4db4-abff-24bbd65c6d51/-/format/auto/\"\n                alt=\"Story image\"\n            />\n            <div class=\"image-thumbnail-rollover__caption\">\n                <svg class=\"icon icon-expand image-thumbnail-rollover__caption-icon\">\n                <use xlink:href=\"#icon-expand\"></use>\n            </svg>            </div>\n        </div>\n\n        <figcaption class=\"release-content-image__caption\"></figcaption>\n    </figure>\n<p><strong>Welcome To The Vile<br>\u200b</strong>Venture to the Vile is a spooky 2.5D Metroidvania set in the strange town of Rainybrook, which has been overrun by a mysterious entity known as the Vile. Absorb the Vile&rsquo;s powers, fight your way through treacherous grounds that were once your home. Will you save the town and find your missing friend Ella &mdash; or will you give in to the monster you&#039;ve become?</p><p>Enjoy <u>dynamic gameplay</u> in a world full of puzzles to solve. <u>Unlock new abilities</u> as you explore Rainybrook and come face to face with some rather peculiar townsfolk and their requests. <u>Day/Night cycles and dynamic in-game weather</u> will create new settings and side quests depending on the conditions!</p><p>Check out the trailer <a href=\"https://youtu.be/8fBq0v4T0WA?feature=shared\"><u>here</u></a>!</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Game Information</strong></p>\n<div\n    class=\"table-container\"\n    style=\"\"\n>\n    <table\n        class=\"table table-bordered\"\n    >\n                    <thead>\n                            <tr>\n                                            <th class=\"well-bg-color border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">&nbsp;</p></div></th>                                            <th class=\"well-bg-color border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Hookah Haze</p></div></th>                                            <th class=\"well-bg-color border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Venture to the Vile</p></div></th>                                    </tr>\n                        </thead>\n                            <tbody>\n                            <tr>\n                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Genre</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Visual Novel, Life Simulation</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Metroidvania</p></div></td>                                    </tr>\n                            <tr>\n                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Number of players</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Single player</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Single player</p></div></td>                                    </tr>\n                            <tr>\n                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Platforms</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">PC (Steam), Nintendo Switch</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">PC (Steam), Playstation 4, Playstation 5</p></div></td>                                    </tr>\n                            <tr>\n                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Release Date</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">2024</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">2024</p></div></td>                                    </tr>\n                            <tr>\n                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Developer</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">ACQUIRE Corp.</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Studio Cut to Bits</p></div></td>                                    </tr>\n                            <tr>\n                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Publisher</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Aniplex Inc.</p></div></td>                                            <td class=\"border\"><div class=\"text-default v-spacing\"><p style=\"text-align: left\">Aniplex Inc.</p></div></td>                                    </tr>\n                        </tbody>\n            </table>\n</div>\n<p>In addition to these games, Aniplex will be co-hosting Acquire Game Show 2024, in partnership with Acquire Corp. Below is information on the full stage show, including a developer showcase on Hookah Haze as the main event.</p><p><u>Stage Event Information <br>\u200b</u>Name: Acquire Game Show 2024<br>\u200bDate: January 28th 2024<br>\u200bTime: 12:00 - 14:00<br>\u200bEvent Highlights:</p><ul class=\"release-content-list release-content-list--bulleted release-content-list--align-inherit\"><li><span>A talk between <em>Octopath Traveller</em> game director, Keisuke Miyauchi and Masashi Takahashi, a producer from Square Enix</span></li><li><span>Early live showings of upcoming Acquire titles <em>Scars of Mars</em> and <em>C.A.R.D.S. RPG: The Misty Battlefield</em> alongside their producers</span></li><li><span>An Aniplex x Acquire developer showcase on <em>Ancient Weapon Holly</em> and the newly announced <em>Hookah Haze</em></span></li></ul><p>If you&rsquo;re a content creator or media and would like to schedule a meeting to cover either of these games, please contact <a href=\"mailto:pr@ukiyostudios.com\"><u>pr@ukiyostudios.com</u></a> so we can schedule you in. Interviews can be done in-person at Taipei Game Show or remotely. For early access reviews, game codes can be made available upon request.</p><p><br>\u200b<strong>Media Assets: </strong><a href=\"https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1uV_HysXU_sYZmE0fOn3vyucOM8aA39jh?usp=sharing\"><u>Link</u></a></p><p><strong>Steam Page: </strong><a href=\"https://store.steampowered.com/curator/44445414\"><u>https://store.steampowered.com/curator/44445414</u></a> <br>\u200b<strong>YouTube: </strong><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/@AniplexUSA\"><u>https://www.youtube.com/@AniplexUSA</u></a> <br>\u200b<strong>Twitter: </strong><a href=\"https://twitter.com/aniplexUSA\"><u>https://twitter.com/aniplexUSA</u></a> </p><p><strong><br>\u200bAbout Aniplex Inc.<br>\u200b</strong>Based in Tokyo, Japan, Aniplex Inc. is a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) and a leading anime content distributor and production company. Aniplex, Inc. is known for planning and production of animation-based visual and musical works, planning and development of games, release and distribution of packaged products, production and distribution of theatrical works, program sales, merchandise licensing, planning, production, and sales of figures and goods, operation of the EC shop ANIPLEX+, stage events, and more.</p><p><strong>About Ukiyo Studios<br>\u200b</strong>Ukiyo Studios is an Australia-Japan-based business development company that supports game developers and publishers with their external needs. We operate behind the scenes and help our clients with the &ldquo;business side of things&rdquo; so they can better focus their time and resources on development.</p><p><strong>For More Information<br>\u200b</strong><a href=\"http://www.ukiyostudios.com/\"><u>www.ukiyostudios.com</u></a> <br>\u200b<a href=\"mailto:pr@ukiyostudios.com\"><u>pr@ukiyostudios.com</u></a></p>",
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