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Faaast Penguin Release Date Set for Sept. 19th! Play for Free with Cross-Platform Support!

The report from the Open Beta Test, which had over 10,000 participants, is now available!

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September 13, 2024

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historia Inc. :

historia Inc. has announced that Faaast Penguin will launch on Steam, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation 5 on September 19th, 2024 at 9:00 PM PT. The Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X|S versions are still in development, and we plan to provide information soon. Please stay tuned.

 

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Official Website: https://faaast-penguin.com/
 

We conducted an open beta test for Faaast Penguin from 9:00 PM on September 6th (Fri) to 9:00 PM on September 8 (Sun). The report from the Open Beta Test, which saw a total of 10,693 participants over the two days, is now available!
 

“93%” of participants found Faaast Penguin enjoyable! During the beta, “1,401,135 Sardine Cans” were eaten, and “20,230 penguins” fell off the course! Thank you all for your participation!

 

For more details on the report, please check the official website.

Official Website: https://faaast-penguin.com/en/news/1101/
 

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【What is Faaast Penguin?】

Faaast Penguin is an exhilarating and chaotic survival action race game where up to 40 penguins collide and navigate through four different courses. Set in global resort locations, you’ll race through high-speed water slides, desert pyramids, jungle waterfalls, and even the clouds! Use attacks, Ultimate Rides, and shortcuts to reach the finish line faster than anyone else.

Free-to-Play with Cross-Platform Support!

Available on Steam, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation 5 starting September 19th, 2024, at 9:00 PM PT!

The Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X|S versions are coming soon.

 

【Highlights of the Game】 

■ Ascend with Continuous Attacks! Jump High and Soar Through the Air!  

Attack your rivals and fly high into the air! Successfully chain attacks to enter shortcut courses and overtake your competitors. 

Collect Sardine Cans to activate Ultimate Rides or use the Paraglider for a dramatic comeback. The outcome of the race remains uncertain until the very end! Take on the chaos by tackling rivals and obstacles head-on!

 

▲Timing is crucial for attacks! Jump off your opponents to reach shortcuts!

▲Turn the tide with Ultimate Rides and make a comeback with the Paraglider!

 

■ Play solo, with a party of up to 4, or in custom matches with anyone.



Whether you’re playing alone, with friends, or gathering a big group, Faaast Penguin has you covered. Enjoy solo play, party play for up to 4, or custom matches with up to 40 players. With cross-platform support, you can play with anyone!

▲Play seamlessly with friends on different platforms!

 

■ Abundant Penguin Customization

Customize your outfits, rides, Ultimate Rides, and emotes to stand out! Some appearances will change based on your gameplay. There’s no impact on performance, so enjoy your vacation in your preferred style! 

 

▲Lots of unique costumes! Customize your penguin to match your style!

 

New courses and costumes will be added each season! Experience the thrilling survival action and penguin vacation fun!  

Official Website: https://faaast-penguin.com/
 

■ Notice

To enable cross-play, Faaast Penguin utilizes “Epic Online Services.”

Please note that an Epic Games account is required to play.
 

■ Product Information 

Title: Faaast Penguin

Genre: Survival Action Racing

Platforms: Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Epic Games Store

Official Website: https://faaast-penguin.com/

Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2590150/Faaast_Penguin/

Epic Games Store: https://store.epicgames.com/p/faaast-penguin-4319d6

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Price: Free

Release Date: September 19th, 2024 at 9:00 PM PT (Steam, Epic Games Store, & PlayStation 5)

*Nintendo Switch & Xbox Series X|S versions coming soon.*Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S store pages to be announced

Number of Players: 1-4 players, custom matches up to 40

Languages Supported: English, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, French, Italian, German, Spanish (Spain), Russian, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish (Latin America)

Publisher, Distributor, Developer: historia Inc.

Copyright: (C)historia Inc. 
 

■ About historia Inc. 

A Japanese game development company specializing in Unreal Engine, involved in the development of console and arcade software. 

Notable Titles: The Caligula Effect 2 (Development & PC Version Sales), LIVE A LIVE (Development), etc. 

Official Website: https://historia.co.jp/ 

Official X https://x.com/historia_Inc

Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@historiaInc  

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