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Press release:
September 8th, 2023.
The Amsterdam and Singapore-based indie games publisher Level Infinite and Shanghai-based indie games developer/publisher NExT Studios, are today very happy and excited to announce that their futuristic co-op Shooter “SYNCED” is now available for PC via Steam and EGS (a PS5 and Xbox Series X/S version of the game will be arriving this Winter).

“SYNCED” transports players to the Meridian, a devastated zone populated with deadly Nanos – former humans transformed by nanotechnology gone tragically awry. Players will take on the role of Runners – brave fortune-hunters searching the Meridian for Nerva, a valuable nano-energy substance.

“SYNCED” features three player co-operative gameplay, with Runners able to increase their squad size by syncing with Prime Nanos and turning them into deployable Companion Nanos. Runners will be able to strategically utilise their Companion Nano’s skills to compliment their play style and turn the tide of the battle.

For those who enjoy being a lone wolf, SYNCED offers a Solo Mode for players who want to take on the challenges of the Meridian on their own as well.

Companion Nanos are just one way players can adapt their build in SYNCED. During each run players will find exchange machines allowing them to acquire random power ups known as Exchange Mods – these expire at the end of each run but provide welcome, albeit temporary power boosts. Additional loot dropped by defeated enemies can be taken back to Haven, the Runners’ base, and permanently equip as Runner Mods. Both temporary and permanent mods draw from the same pool.

Equipping Runner mods will not only give players a pre-set loadout but also increase their power level, making them stronger for the threats that lay deeper within the Meridian.

Guntech for weapons are another way for players to define their style – these weapons are unlocked during gameplay and come with special features altering the mechanics of regular firearms and adding unique features such as the “Vicious Cycle” which recalls all fired bullets on a reload dealing additional damage on their way back.

The development team at NExT is hard at work crafting new Runners, Nanos, maps and more to ensure a steady flow of future content for the Season 1 – Rift Chasers update coming soon after launch.

For more information, please visit the official SYNCED social channels on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, X and Discord.

SYNCED is available for download for free on Steam, the Epic Games Store and the official SYNCED website.

About NExT Studios
NExT provides an innovative environment for developers with its core value of pursuing the “New Experience and Technology”. Its titles cover PC, console, and mobile platforms, including the hand-drawn Iris.Fall, the audio-based detective Unheard, the co-op adventure Bipedand the synchronous turn-based Crown Trick, winning multiple international awards and nominations of IGF, SXSW, Webby, etc. To learn more about NExT Studios, visit www.nextstudios.com, and follow our Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

About Level Infinite
Level Infinite is Tencent’s global games brand. We are dedicated to delivering engaging and original gaming experiences to a worldwide audience, whenever and wherever they choose to play, while building a community that fosters inclusivity, connection, and accessibility. The brand also provides a wide range of services and resources to our network of developers and partner studios around the world to help them unlock the true potential of their games.

Level Infinite is both publisher of breakout hit games like PUBG MOBILE, Goddess of Victory: NIKKE and SYNCED and a collaborative partner in games such as Fatshark’s Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, Dune: Awakening from Funcom, Nightingale from Inflexion Studios and many more. To learn more about Level Infinite, visit levelinfinite.com, and follow on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.