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We Use Magic
We Tell Tales We are NeoBards!
We Make Games that Matter
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Join Us!
We Make Games that Matter

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NeoBards Training Program Kicked Off

NeoBards Training Program Kicked Off

At NeoBards, we value the growth of each Bard, as it is only through learning that we can cultivate a better version of ourselves. We’ve crafted a series of training programs tailored to our Bards, considering their various experience levels, skill sets, and needs for intellectual growth. We aim to lead everyone to improve together, and become even better Bards! NeoBards Training Program not only enhances work skills but also focuses on everyone’s spiritual growth, combining the cultivation of attitude and values. The sessions delve into effective leadership styles, team management, and self-management techniques, allowing Bards to navigate the workplace with ease and confidently face various challenges. The sessions are arranged to suit each Bard’s needs: for junior colleagues, the topics are about solidifying their professional foundations while also taking care of their physical and mental well-being. For mid-level colleagues, the emphasis is on improving skills and work efficiency, while reflecting on personal growth. Management roles can expect to learn how to concentrate on enhancing communication and management skills, and build high emotional intelligence to cope with stress. We’ve brought in some real industry heavyweights to share their wisdom. Through hands-on case studies and interactive sessions, Bards can apply what they learned directly to their work. It’s all about mastering and using those key skills! This isn’t just an average training course. It’s a melting pot of ideas where Bards can bounce thoughts off each other and make learning a blast! [NeoBards Training Program #1 Leading Followers] Who you are attracts who you lead. The 2024 NeoBards Training Program officially kicked off in October, with the first course – “Leading Followers” – raising the curtain on the training! As leaders straddling both old and new generations, Bards face diverse team members and must flexibly employ various management styles. They need to exert influence appropriately, touch the hearts of their subordinates, become worthy of being followed, and lead their teams toward successful goals. During the one-day course, Bards gained insights into different mindsets and leadership approaches. Under the instructor’s guidance, everyone used performance-based training to put aside their usual selves and step out of their comfort zones. They exuded confidence and charisma from within, experiencing the true essence of management and leadership through practical exercises. Bards’ witty and humorous sharing created a relaxed yet lively atmosphere throughout the entire course. What kind of leader do you want to become? How will you lead your team? When communicating, do you first see the big picture or the small details? How would you describe and explain these perspectives? Mirror activities that simulate others’ feelings is an effective training method to strengthen empathy. Use creativity to enhance body control, increase charisma, and bring out the best in your subordinates. By sharing what they’ve learned, Bards were able to understand the differences among one another, thereby increasing the value and depth of experience of the course. Bards who are high-level leaders face various challenges in their daily work. Through the course design, they can be stimulated or awakened to new perspectives and ideas, gain inspiration, and expand their vision. This enables them to become leaders full of possibilities, more effectively motivating and leading others. We hope that Bards will explore more in both work and life, and proactively take on challenges. By continuously engaging in self-reflection and growth, they can consistently stand out in an ever-changing environment. Next up: Building a High-Performance Team Stay tuned!

2024-10-16

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NeoBards' Balloon Rose High: Our Return to Tokyo Game Show

NeoBards' Balloon Rose High: Our Retu...

After announcing the game, “Resident Evil,” on Capcom’s stage at Tokyo Game Show in 2018, NeoBards was back to the exhibition again. This time, we set up our own booth to meet and interact with local and international partners and friends. Check out our highlights below! As the balloon bearing NeoBards’ logo rose above the exhibition hall, we officially announced our return to TGS (Tokyo Game Show). At the event, we showcased eight game titles from our partners including CAPCOM, KONAMI, and SQUARE ENIX, as well as one self-developed game. Our game producer, game director, and art director of “Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster” seized the chance to take photos at the photo area with the cosplayer at the game’s dedicated booth. Their dedication throughout the development period has paid off, leaving them with a profound sense of achievement. “Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster” took the stage at CAPCOM’s special showcase. The launch trailer for “Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster” is also being showcased on the PlayStation stage. “SILENT HILL f,” which NeoBards is responsible for, is still in development. “Silent Hill 2 Remake,” a major title from the same series, is scheduled to be released after TGS ends. Please support both games! Sparing no effort in promoting great games, our booth’s good neighbor Taitra (Taipei Computer Association) was not only vigorously promoting Taiwanese game companies but also preparing to attract exhibitors for next year’s Taipei Game Show in early 2025. “Making Games that Matter!” is NeoBards’ slogan. We have always been dedicated to creating impactful game titles! Just as our booth’s tagline states — “We proudly present great works with partners!” We’re grateful for the visits from numerous industry partners and friends. This trip has been truly rewarding. Let’s continue to deliver game titles that make everyone proud. TOKYO GAME SHOW 2024 INFO Main Organizer: Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association (CESA) Co-organizers: Nikkei Business Publications, Inc., Dentsu Inc. Exhibition Period: September 26-27, 2024 Business Days/ September 28-29, 2024 Public Days For more details: Tokyo Game Show 2024 Official Website NeoBards currently has multiple game projects under development. Stay tuned for ongoing news updates! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn About NeoBards NeoBards Entertainment was founded in 2017 by a group of industry pioneers from various Eastern and Western cultures, each with over 20 years of experience. The company’s headquarters is located in Hong Kong, with three studio locations across Asia and Europe: Taipei, Suzhou, and Breda in the Netherlands. In the eight years since its establishment, the company has developed over ten games. These include the currently operating mobile game Dynasty Warriors M, licensed by Koei and published by Nexon; the well-received Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection released last year; as well as Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, and others. There are three games currently in development. Apart from SILENT HILL f, a co-dev project with KONAMI, two other games are yet to be announced. We take pride in integrating international talent and resources to deliver high-quality, premium game products for established IPs and original properties alike. At NeoBards, we are united by our love for creation, passion for storytelling, and the firm belief that hard work and high quality will always prevail!

2024-10-09

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Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Officially Released, NeoBards and CAPCOM Joined Forces Again to Revive a Classic

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Officiall...

The new title of the classic action game IP, “Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster,” developed by NeoBards Entertainment and published by CAPCOM, was released digitally on September 19 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam (physical version expected to launch in November this year). Following seven IP games including “Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection,” “Resident Evil Re:Verse,” and “Resident Evil Resistance,” NeoBards once again collaborated with CAPCOM for development. Announcement Trailer “Dead Rising” is a sandbox action game centered around zombies. Players take on the role of freelance photojournalist Frank West, who enters a large shopping mall to look for the next big scoop. Within 72 hours, Frank can freely collect weapons and resources or rescue survivors in the mall. The gameplay is entirely dependent on the player’s decisions, while also requiring resistance against thousands of zombies and psychopaths, awaiting the arrival of a rescue team. Since the release of its first game in 2006, the “Dead Rising” series, including four main titles and spin-offs, has accumulated global sales of 16 million units. Story Trailer “Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster” is a high-definition remastered version of the series’ first installment, “Dead Rising.” The NeoBards team spent over two years overhauling and rebuilding the game’s look using CAPCOM’s “RE Engine.” Characters, scenes, and lighting effects are presented in next-gen 4K resolution at 60 FPS, complemented by newly produced BGM and sound effects, with support for 3D audio technology and voice acting in 9 languages. Additionally, game controls, UI interface, and auto-save functions have been thoroughly optimized, offering players the ultimate gaming experience to fully enjoy this most thrilling zombie playground action game! Launch Trailer For more details: Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Official Website PlayStation Steam XBOX X/S NeoBards currently has multiple game projects under development. Stay tuned for ongoing news updates! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn About NeoBards NeoBards Entertainment was founded in 2017 by a group of industry pioneers from various Eastern and Western cultures, each with over 20 years of experience. The company’s headquarters is located in Hong Kong, with three studio locations across Asia and Europe: Taipei, Suzhou, and Breda in the Netherlands. In the eight years since its establishment, the company has developed over ten games. These include the currently operating mobile game Dynasty Warriors M, licensed by Koei and published by Nexon; the well-received Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection released last year; as well as Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, and others. There are three games currently in development. Apart from SILENT HILL f, a co-dev project with KONAMI, two other games are yet to be announced. We take pride in integrating international talent and resources to deliver high-quality, premium game products for established IPs and original properties alike. At NeoBards, we are united by our love for creation, passion for storytelling, and the firm belief that hard work and high quality will always prevail!

2024-09-18

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FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Officially Released! NeoBards Teamed Up with SQUARE ENIX Again

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Officially ...

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, the second volume of SQUARE ENIX’s FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE trilogy, was released worldwide on February 29th! The story is a continuation of the previous game, depicting the adventures of Cloud and his friends after escaping from Midgar. Unlike its predecessor, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, this time players are free to explore a vast world. All scenes from the original game were reproduced in high-resolution 3D. The game has received critical acclaim by the global gaming media with an average score of 92 out of 100, including 9/10 on IGN, 10/10 on IGN Japan, and 8/10 on Gamespot, etc. NeoBards collaborated with SQUARE ENIX again after Marvel’s Avengers. The team participated in parts of the game’s art creation, giving their all to make the best game. Don’t miss it if you are a fan of the FINAL FANTASY franchise! FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Official Website: https://ffvii.square-enix-games.com/en-us About NeoBards NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. is an independent game developer founded in 2017 by a group of likeminded industry veterans boasting over 20 years of game development experience, with headquarters in Hong Kong and studios in Taipei, Suzhou and Breda, the Netherlands. Recent works include co-dev projects with Capcom on Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection, Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, Onimusha: Warlords; and character skill design/ implementation for Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. Our first mobile game, Dynasty Warriors M, was launched globally in November 2023. There are 3 games currently in development. Apart from SILENT HILL f, a co-dev project with KONAMI, two other games are yet to be announced. We take pride in integrating international talent and resources to deliver high-quality, premium game products for established IPs and original properties alike. At NeoBards, we are united by our love for creation, passion for storytelling, and the firm belief that hard work and high quality will always prevail!

2024-03-05

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Exclusive Interview Revealed: NeoBards, the Developer of Dynasty Warriors M!

Exclusive Interview Revealed: NeoBard...

In the exclusive interview, the Game Producer Antonio, Game Director Cosmos, and Art Director Adonis shared the development journey and design ideas of Dynasty Warriors M, disclosing how the team stayed true to the classic IP while seeking ways to make breakthroughs. Core Developers of Dynasty Warriors M from NeoBards In addition to the team’s game development experiences, the developers delved into the origin and concept of developing Dynasty Warriors M, and shared insights into the various challenges encountered along the way and detailed how the team overcame each obstacle. The interview sheds light on the actual process of game development and the heart and soul poured into the development. From the original intention to every step taken toward the finish line, it has been an arduous and creative journey. NeoBards’ Game Director Cosmos, Game Producer Antonio, and Art Director Adonis (from left to right) In the video, interesting behind-the-scenes stories and anecdotes were also shared. One example included how the team navigated and overcame both language barriers while handling multinational tasks and the impact of the pandemic. The video effectively conveyed the professionalism and commitment of the development team. This is undoubtedly a rare opportunity to get a feel of the game development journey and secrets! A major update for Dynasty Warriors M was released one month after its global launch. The update includes various new contents such as an Alliance-exclusive mode – “Alliance Challenge,” and new officers “Zhong Hui” and “Knight Wang Yi.” Don’t miss out on these new game experiences! All-new Alliance Mode – “Alliance Challenge.” Defeat the Boss officer with Alliance members. The first target of Alliance Challenge is “Dong Zhuo.” Alliance Challenge comes with three difficulty levels – Normal, Hard and Chaos. App store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dynasty-warriors-m/id1620103295 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nexon.dwm Official Website: https://dwm.nexon.com/main Official Fan Page: https://www.facebook.com/TW.DynastyWarriorsM About NeoBards NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. is an independent game developer founded in 2017 by a group of likeminded industry veterans boasting over 20 years of game development experience, with headquarters in Hong Kong and studios in Taipei, Suzhou and Breda, the Netherlands. Recent works include co-dev projects with Capcom on Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection, Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, Onimusha: Warlords; and character skill design/ implementation for Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. Our first mobile game, Dynasty Warriors M, was launched globally in November 2023. There are 3 games currently in development. Apart from SILENT HILL f, a co-dev project with KONAMI, two other games are yet to be announced. We take pride in integrating international talent and resources to deliver high-quality, premium game products for established IPs and original properties alike. At NeoBards, we are united by our love for creation, passion for storytelling, and the firm belief that hard work and high quality will always prevail!

2023-12-22

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Dynasty Warriors M Officially Launched! First Mobile Game Developed by NeoBards

Dynasty Warriors M Officially Launche...

Published and operated by NEXON, developed by NeoBards and based on KOEI TECMO GAMES’ Dynasty Warriors 9, the mobile game Dynasty Warriors M was launched globally today on November 22! Experienced in developing multiple classic console games, this time NeoBards brought console game quality to the mobile platform. Dynasty Warriors M impeccably reproduces each officer’s unique and extravagant Musou skills in the Dynasty Warriors 9 IP, presenting a classic ARPG game experience true to the memories of Dynasty Warriors’ fans. Additionally, the game incorporates strategic elements to elevate the complexity and richness of the overall gameplay. When forming a squad, “Tactics Combination” enables players to strategize on whether to maximize each officer’s advantage or boost the whole squad’s abilities to increase chances of winning. Also, with “city building,” players can develop high-level strategies: resource allocation and battle progression are all in the control of players. Built on the ARPG experience of the original IP, complemented with refreshing strategic elements and displayed in the highest quality visuals, Dynasty Warriors M allows fans and new players alike to have a blast in the Three Kingdoms era. Charge like a one-man army and conquer the world! Dynasty Warriors M was released on both the App Store and Google Play Store on November 22. Apart from in-game celebrations of the launch, a series of activities held by Taiwanese, Korean and Japanese communities are in full swing. All players are welcome to join in the celebration and share the thrill and fun of the game! Please follow the official website and communities of Dynasty Warriors M for more game and event info! Links App store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/dynasty-warriors-m/id1620103295 Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nexon.dwm Official Website: https://dwm.nexon.com/main Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TW.DynastyWarriorsM Official announcement: https://forum.nexon.com/dwmen/board_view?thread=2378708 About NeoBards NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. is an independent game developer founded in 2017 by a group of likeminded industry veterans boasting over 20 years of game development experience, with headquarters in Hong Kong and studios in Taipei, Suzhou and Breda, the Netherlands. Recent works include co-dev projects with Capcom on Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection, Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, Onimusha: Warlords; and character skill design/ implementation for Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. There are 3 games currently in development. Apart from SILENT HILL f, a co-dev project with KONAMI, two other games are yet to be announced.

2023-11-22

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NeoBards Is Growing and Coming Soon to Breda, Netherlands!

NeoBards Is Growing and Coming Soon t...

From Asia to Europe, NeoBards continues to bring rich and diverse gaming experience to players around the globe. NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. was founded in 2017 by industry elites from all around the world, focusing on combining international resources to develop high-quality games. For years, NeoBards have worked together with renowned game companies such as CAPCOM, SQUARE ENIX, and KONAMI, to release a series of high-profile and well-known IP games, including Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection, Resident Evil: Resistance, Marvel’s Avengers, and SILENT HILL f, which is currently in development. Both studios in Taipei and Suzhou have been operating successfully. As the number and scale of our game development continue to grow, establishing a new studio in Europe has long been in the planning. Finally, NeoBards decided to set foot in Breda, a college town in the Southern Netherlands. Breda University of Applied Sciences, a top university in Breda, focuses on the cultivation of experts in digital science and technology, with in-depth research programs in the fields of gaming and AI. This advantage will provide NeoBards with access to excellent local talents, as well as experienced and skillful developers from all over Europe. The new studio also has exciting game projects on the way. About NeoBards NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. is an independent game developer founded in 2017 by a group of likeminded industry veterans boasting over 20 years of game development experience, with headquarters in Hong Kong and studios in Taipei, Suzhou and Breda, the Netherlands. Recent works include co-dev projects with Capcom on Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection, Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, Onimusha: Warlords; and character skill design/ implementation for Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. There are 3 games currently in development. Apart from SILENT HILL f, a co-dev project with KONAMI, two other games are yet to be announced.

2023-08-21

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devcom Developer Conference 2023: Old and New - Creative Design within Established IPs

devcom Developer Conference 2023: Old...

The Studio Creative Director of NeoBards Entertainment, Al Yang, has been invited to give a speech: “Old but New – Creative Design within Established IPs” at devcom Developer Conference, held in Cologne, Germany from August 20th to 22th. He will share how to create a unique gaming experience from the world view and characterization of classic IPs. Session Information: Speaker Introduction: https://reurl.cc/OvKDKy Live Stream Link: https://www.devcom.global/live-on-demand/#vod Live Stream Time: 2023.08.21 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM (Berlin Time) 2023.08.21 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Taipei Time) Venue Location: Stage 7, Deutz-Mülheimer Str. 51, 50679 Cologne, Germany. Official Website of devcom Developer Conference: https://www.devcom.global/ddc-2023/ About NeoBards NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. is an independent game developer founded in 2017 by a group of likeminded industry veterans boasting over 20 years of game development experience, with headquarters in Hong Kong and studios in Taipei, Suzhou and Breda, the Netherlands. Recent works include co-dev projects with Capcom on Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection, Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, Onimusha: Warlords; and character skill design/ implementation for Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. There are 3 games currently in development. Apart from SILENT HILL f, a co-dev project with KONAMI, two other games are yet to be announced.

2023-08-11

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SILENT HILL f Teaser Trailer Won the One Show Award, SHIROGUMI INC. Shared Their Experience

SILENT HILL f Teaser Trailer Won the ...

The SILENT HILL f Teaser Trailer, produced by SHIROGUMI INC., won the Merit Award at The One Show 2023. SHIROGUMI INC. attended one of the online sessions of the AUTODESK DAY 2023, held by CG WORLD and AUTODESK, to talk about the concept and process of producing the teaser trailer. The classic SILENT HILL IP connected NeoBards with SHIROGUMI INC. and led to our collaboration. The first released teaser trailer immediately captured attention from all sides. KONAMI and NeoBards have joined forces in making the game SILENT HILL f, working along with renowned writer Ryukishi07 and visual artist Kera. We would like to ask fans of the SILENT HILL series to keep following us for the latest news! Award-Winning SILENT HILL f Teaser Trailer Links AUTODESK 2023: https://cgworld.jp/special/autodeskday2023/ CGWORLD: https://cgworld.jp/article/202302-cgw294-shf.html The One Show: https://www.oneclub.org/awards/theoneshow/-award/48910/silent-hill-f-teaser-trailer About NeoBards NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. is an independent game developer founded in 2017 by a group of likeminded industry veterans boasting over 20 years of game development experience, with headquarters in Hong Kong and studios in Taipei, Suzhou and Breda, the Netherlands. Recent works include co-dev projects with Capcom on Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection, Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, Onimusha: Warlords; and character skill design/ implementation for Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. There are 3 games currently in development. Apart from SILENT HILL f, a co-dev project with KONAMI, two other games are yet to be announced.

2023-08-08

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MEGAMAN BATTLE NETWORK™ LEGACY COLLECTION Sells Over 1 Million Copies, Modern Port by NeoBards!

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On April 14, CAPCOM officially released the highly anticipated MEGAMAN BATTLE NETWORK™ LEGACY COLLECTION, including all six main titles from the Battle Network series and available dual versions, totaling 10 games. NeoBards is proud to have participated in this project for the past 2 years as its main development team. NeoBards collaborated with renowned director Eguchi Masakazu and his team on porting the 10 classic games to current gen platforms utilizing our technical capabilities. To bring fans the optimal experience, this collection implements network features to support online play, and even includes special Battle Chips that were previously given out only through events or tie-ins. We hope this modern port is equally enjoyable for old and new fans alike, and remember, “No matter what, we’re always connected!” MEGAMAN BATTLE NETWORK™ LEGACY COLLECTION is now available on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, and Steam. Launch trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioyRxSiwQNo Visit the official website for more information and the latest news: MEGAMAN BATTLE NETWORK™ LEGACY COLLECTION Official Website PlayStation Store Steam Nintendo Switch The NeoBards team is hard at work developing new games, follow us on social media for more news and the latest updates! Facebook Twitter LinkedIn About NeoBards NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. is an independent game developer founded by an international group of likeminded industry veterans boasting over 20 years of experience. Recent works include co-dev projects with Capcom on Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, Onimusha: Warlords; and character skill design/ implementation for Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. We are currently working on SILENT HILL f with Konami, and 2 other titles to be announced!

2023-05-17

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Resident Evil Re:Verse Developed by NeoBards Launches Officially on Oct 28th

Resident Evil Re:Verse Developed by N...

Capcom’s Resident Evil Re:Verse, developed by NeoBards Entertainment, will be officially released on Oct.28 2022. In this online multiplayer PVP, players face off in teams of 4 to 6 as fan favorite Resident Evil characters including Leon S. Kennedy, Jill Valentine, Claire Redfield, and Chris Redfield. After releasing the first Resident Evil game in 1996, Capcom’s iconic series celebrated its 25th anniversary last year, and has accumulated a whooping 127million copies sold worldwide. NeoBards Entertainment has been participating in the development of Resident Evil games since 2017, bringing multiple classics to current gen platforms in the 2017 Resident Evil Origins Collection, and developing the asymmetric online multiplayer Resident Evil:Resistance released along with Resident Evil 3 in 2020. We have also helped remaster other Capcom titles such as the Devil May Cry HD Collection and Onimusha:Warlords. NeoBards specializes in developing action games and utilizes our expertise to create new experiences for these Capcom classics. Resident Evil Re:Verse held its open beta last year in 2021, and will be available to players who own Resident Evil Village and/or Resident Evil Village: Gold Edition at no additional cost. Resident Evil Re: Verse official webpage: https://www.residentevil.com/reverse/us/ About Neobards NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. is an independent game developer founded in 2017 by a group of likeminded industry veterans boasting over 20 years of game development experience, with headquarters in Hong Kong and studios in Taipei and Suzhou. Recent works include co-dev projects with Capcom on Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, Onimusha: Warlords; and character skill design/ implementation for Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. We take pride in integrating international talent and resources to deliver high-quality, premium game products for established IPs and original properties alike. At NeoBards, we are united by our love for creation, passion for storytelling, and the firm belief that hard work and high quality will always prevail!

2022-10-27

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SILENT HILL f Officially Announced! Developed by NeoBards

SILENT HILL f Officially Announced! D...

Following KONAMI’s release of the SILENT HILL f trailer on Oct.20, NeoBards is proud to announce our collaboration with KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT on this title. We are honored to join forces with KONAMI as the developer for this new entry to the classic SILENT HILL IP, working along with KONAMI producer Okamoto Motoi, writer Ryukishi07, and visual artist kera on this new addition to the timeless franchise. 【Content Officially Released by KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT Below】 SILENT HILL f teaser(English): https://lnkd.in/gJyHZrFj SILENT HILL f teaser(Japanese): https://lnkd.in/gzGXiPvT About Neobards NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. is an independent game developer founded in 2017 by a group of likeminded industry veterans boasting over 20 years of game development experience, with headquarters in Hong Kong and studios in Taipei and Suzhou. Recent works include co-dev projects with Capcom on Resident Evil: Resistance, Resident Evil Re:Verse, Devil May Cry HD Collection, Resident Evil Origins Collection, Onimusha: Warlords; and character skill design/ implementation for Square Enix’s Marvel’s Avengers. We take pride in integrating international talent and resources to deliver high-quality, premium game products for established IPs and original properties alike. At NeoBards, we are united by our love for creation, passion for storytelling, and the firm belief that hard work and high quality will always prevail! ©Konami Digital Entertainment

2022-10-14

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The closed beta for Resident Evil Re: Verse, an online multiplayer included with Resident Evil Village, starts on Jan 28th!

The closed beta for Resident Evil Re:...

Capcom kicked off Resident Evil Village pre-orders during their Showcase on Jan 22nd and officially revealed RE:VERSE, a thrilling multiplayer experience included with Village. Watch the announcement trailer down below! As shown in the trailer, players play against each other as classic characters from the Resident Evil series, and when defeated, are transformed into B.O.W.s to rejoin the battlefield! Unique character skills are incorporated with swift combat moves to deliver an exciting, fast-paced gameplay experience. Intrigued? The closed beta will be online starting from January 28th, don’t miss out on experiencing the game for yourselves! Resident Evil Re: Verse official webpage: https://www.residentevil.com/reverse/us/ Find out more about the closed beta here: https://www.residentevil.com/reverse/us/topic/cbt/ About NeoBards NeoBards was founded in 2017 by a group of like minded industry veterans from various countries and cultural backgrounds, all with over 20 years of experience in game development. We gathered many talented developers from all over the world in our two studios located in Taipei and Suzhou, where we work on AAA projects with companies including Sony, Activision, Square Enix, Capcom, EA, Ubisoft, and Warner Bros. NeoBards’ strengths lie in our ability to integrate international resources, which allows us to focus on developing high-quality games. Whether it be development for existing franchises or brainstorming original ideas, our Bards are always passionate and professional on our continuous journey to learn, grow, and shine on the international stage. Our recent game, Resident Evil: Resistance, was released this year on April 3rd along with Capcom’s latest addition to their classic Resident Evil franchise, Resident Evil 3 Remake. Before Resistance, NeoBards has also released games from other classic IPs including Devil May Cry HD Collection, Onimusha: Warlords Remaster (on PS4, XboxOne, Nintendo Switch, and PC), and the Resident Evil Origins Collection for Switch. We believe that our Bards have converged here at NeoBards because we all have the same passion. Passion for creation, for storytelling, and for creating high-quality Games That Matter.

2021-03-02

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Congratulations to Resident Evil 3 for receiving a PlayStation Partner Award!

Congratulations to Resident Evil 3 fo...

Congratulations to Resident Evil 3 for receiving a PlayStation Partner Award in the 2020 Japan Asia region PlayStation Partner Awards! Partner Awards recognize titles developed in the Japan / Asia region with top-ranked worldwide sales between October 2019 and September 2020, with particularly noteworthy activity results. As the developer of Resident Evil 3’s asymmetric multiplayer mode Resistance, Neobards is honored to see footage from our game included in the awards ceremony, take a look at the video linked below to share our excitement! About Neobards Neobards was founded in 2017 by a group of like minded industry veterans from various countries and cultural backgrounds, all with over 20 years of experience in game development. We gathered many talented developers from all over the world in our two studios located in Taipei and Suzhou, where we work on AAA projects with companies including Sony, Activision, Square Enix, Capcom, EA, Ubisoft, and Warner Bros. Neobards’ strengths lie in our ability to integrate international resources, which allows us to focus on developing high-quality games. Whether it be development for existing franchises or brainstorming original ideas, our Bards are always passionate and professional on our continuous journey to learn, grow, and shine on the international stage. Our recent game, Resident Evil: Resistance, was released this year on April 3rd along with Capcom’s latest addition to their classic Resident Evil franchise, Resident Evil 3 Remake. Before Resistance, Neobards has also released games from other classic IPs including Devil May Cry HD Collection, Onimusha: Warlords Remaster (on PS4, XboxOne, Nintendo Switch, and PC), and the Resident Evil Origins Collection for Switch. We believe that our Bards have converged here at Neobards because we all have the same passion. Passion for creation, for storytelling, and for creating high-quality Games That Matter.

2020-12-14

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Bards, Assemble! Neobards’ 2-Year Involvement in Marvel's Avengers

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Neobards is proud to announce our involvement in developing Marvel’s Avengers, released summer 2020. Our team of “mighty Bards” devoted their talent and effort for over 2 years to help bring forth this amazing game. Marvel’s Avengers is now available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. Free upgrades to PS5 and Xbox Series X have also been officially announced. Grab a copy today to assemble your team of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, embrace your powers, and live your superhero dreams! Marvel’s Avengers official website: https://avengers.square-enix-games.com/en-us/ About Neobards Neobards was founded in 2017 by a group of like minded industry veterans from various countries and cultural backgrounds, all with over 20 years of experience in game development. We gathered many talented developers from all over the world in our two studios located in Taipei and Suzhou, where we work on AAA projects with companies including Sony, Activision, Square Enix, Capcom, EA, Ubisoft, and Warner Bros. Neobards’ strengths lie in our ability to integrate international resources, which allows us to focus on developing high-quality games. Whether it be development for existing franchises or brainstorming original ideas, our Bards are always passionate and professional on our continuous journey to learn, grow, and shine on the international stage. Our recent game, Resident Evil: Resistance, was released this year on April 3rd along with Capcom’s latest addition to their classic Resident Evil franchise, Resident Evil 3 Remake. Before Resistance, Neobards has also released games from other classic IPs including Devil May Cry HD Collection, Onimusha: Warlords Remaster (on PS4, XboxOne, Nintendo Switch, and PC), and the Resident Evil Origins Collection for Switch. We believe that our Bards have converged here at Neobards because we all have the same passion. Passion for creation, for storytelling, and for creating high-quality Games That Matter.

2020-10-16

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Neobards Will Be Sharing Our Experience on “Asymmetrical PvP Game Development” at the TGDF Online on July 12th. Register Now!

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The 2020 Taipei Game Developers Forum (TGDF) will be held from July 11th to July 12th. This year’s forum will be held online and streamed on Twitch for free, but rest assured that the presentations and content will remain as invaluable as ever! Neobards is honored to be invited back this year to share our experiences. Our very own Albert Lee and Al Yang will be talking about their experience developing the asymmetrical PvP Resident Evil: Resistance. Resident Evil: Resistance is an online multiplayer mode that was released in 2020 along with Resident Evil 3 Remake. Its unique 4 versus 1 asymmetrical gameplay has sparked many conversions in the gaming community. Developing a game for an IP as timeless and successful as Resident Evil was no easy feat. Curious about how Neobards collaborated with Capcom during the development process? Register now and tune into the TGDF official Twitch channel on July 12th from 09:30 – 10:30(UTC+8) to watch game producer Albert and game director Al share their experience behind the scenes. Free Registration TGDF Official Twitch Channel About Neobards Neobards was founded in 2017 by a group of like minded industry veterans from various countries and cultural backgrounds, all with over 20 years of experience in game development. We gathered many talented developers from all over the world in our two studios located in Taipei and Suzhou, where we work on AAA projects with companies including Sony, Activision, Square Enix, Capcom, EA, Ubisoft, and Warner Bros. Neobards’ strengths lie in our ability to integrate international resources, which allows us to focus on developing high-quality games. Whether it be development for existing franchises or brainstorming original ideas, our Bards are always passionate and professional on our continuous journey to learn, grow, and shine on the international stage. Our recent game, Resident Evil: Resistance, was released this year on April 3rd along with Capcom’s latest addition to their classic Resident Evil franchise, Resident Evil 3 Remake. Before Resistance, Neobards has also released games from other classic IPs including Devil May Cry HD Collection, Onimusha: Warlords Remaster (on PS4, XboxOne, Nintendo Switch, and PC), and the Resident Evil Origins Collection for Switch. We believe that our Bards have converged here at Neobards because we all have the same passion. Passion for creation, for storytelling, and for creating high-quality Games That Matter.

2020-07-09

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2020-05-19

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Gamer.com Interview with Neobards - Proof that Devs in Taiwan do Have What it Takes!

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Resident Evil Resistance is a one-of-a-kind game with a unique personality. Following the previous Mirror Media interview, Neobards also had the honor to be interviewed by Gamer.com! Curious about how our team of Resident Evil fans tried to stay true to the spirit of the IP, while creating a new type of gameplay? Click the link below to read more! 【Gamer.com GNN News】Made in Taiwan! Special Interview with the Developers of Resident Evil Resistance at Neobards Link: https://gnn.gamer.com.tw/detail.php?sn=196682 Capcom released the remake of classic survival horror Resident Evil 3 (PS4 / Xbox One / PC) bundled with Resident Evil Resistance on 3 April, 2020. Resident Evil Resistance is an asymmetrical multiplayer online game. In fact, the game was a result of close collaboration between Capcom and the Taiwanese company Neobards Entertainment. Therefore, it’s not a stretch to say that it is a game “made in Taiwan.” After the game was released, the Gamer.com website was honored to have an interview with some leading figures at Neobards Entertainment, including the CEO Jean-Marc MOREL, COO Wonder Lin, game director AL, game producer Albert, and CVO Julien Proux. In the interview, we invited them to share their experiences and thoughts on developing Resident Evil Resistance from the perspective of being the development team in Taiwan. From left to right：AL, Jean-Marc, Julien, Albert, Wonder Resident Evil Resistance (originally Project Resistance) is an asymmetrical multiplayer game included in the Resident Evil 3 bundle, but its plot and system are entirely independent. Players can choose to be a Mastermind and use various strategies at their disposal to manipulate the situation or be a Survivor and work with others to fight against the sinister Mastermind and escape from the experiment successfully. The Mastermind are characters behind the cruel experiments, and Survivors are the experiment subjects aiming to escape from the facilities after being kidnapped. The mastermind can monitor the situation by controlling cameras and deploying traps and bioweapons to prevent Survivors from escaping. Survivors need to work together to fight against bioweapons and pass through dangerous zones within a time limit. Game producer Albert responsible for managing schedule and various aspects of the project Game director AL responsible for the overall direction and design of the game GNN: First, please talk about what kind of a company Neobards is. Jean-Marc: Neobards was established in 2017 and is still a very young company if you look at its history. However, most colleagues in the core team have been working together for a long time. Take myself as an example, I have known some of my Taiwanese colleagues for more than ten years. For some other colleagues, I’ve worked with them in various other companies, and we’ve been making games together for as long as 20 to 25 years. All Bards (employees at Neobards) are putting a lot of effort into looking for high-quality projects to work on. Although Neobards have not yet released any original IPs, we value internationalization tremendously. Neobards is dedicated to making 3A games that attract players around the globe. I think Taiwan is a very good place since it is a melting pot of various cultures. Taiwan is very close to Japan and not far from Europe and the U.S. As a result, it creates a conducive environment for the game industry. GNN: Please talk about how Neobards came to co-develop Resident Evil Resistance with Capcom, and the collaboration process. Jean-Marc: Neobards has been maintaining good working relationships with companies in other countries. We also have many employees who worked with Capcom before and left a good impression with their excellent performance. Therefore, everyone was thrilled to hear the news when Capcom proposed to us to see whether we can make a Resident Evil multiplayer online game. Wonder (COO) : Neobards had the opportunity to develop the game not long after the company was founded in 2017. Neobards is a new company, but it is composed of a group of experienced professionals, each with outstanding experiences of developing games in the past. The performance and contributions of our employees who have collaborated with Capcom before were also highly recognized. This time, Capcom happened to approach us to see our willingness to collaborate, and it turned out to be a good match. GNN: When developing Resident Evil Resistance, what was Neobards mainly responsible for? Wonder: The relationship between Neobards Entertainment and Capcom can be described as a developer and a publisher. Neobards was responsible for all aspects regarding game production, such as game concepts and direction, gameplay, visual production, scripts and dialogues, trailers, music and sound effects, quality assurance and control, and version management. During the production process, Neobards was also constantly communicating with Capcom. We know that the Resident Evil IP is not something brand new. Instead, it is a classic global IP with 20 years of history. Therefore, we understood that the project would not be an easy task, and we must proactively communicate with Capcom, the creator of the IP. It is of crucial importance to have constant exchanges since an external developer may approach ideation and design differently from the IP creator since Capcom knows the likes and dislikes of their fans extremely well. More importantly, a pleasant and smooth cooperation experience is only possible by having frequent and mutual exchanges. Neobards started the game production of Resident Evil Resistance in 2017, and team members were fully dedicated to making the game with a total of around 120 members from the Taipei and Suzhou offices. Besides, various teams were involved during the early planning and production stages. For instance, the production management team led by the game producer Albert amounted to 5 people, and the art director Julien also led a large-scale art team to work on the environment, levels, and visual effects. Other teams involved in the production included game design, programming, sound effects, QA, etc. Neobards Taipei Office Neobards Suzhou Office GNN: How did the team in Taiwan divide responsibilities and communicate with Capcom’s team in Japan? Wonder：Our team at Neobards is composed of people from multiple cultures, it is a challenge to communicate with a Japanese publisher in their Japanese-speaking environment. Actually, English is considered to be Neoboards’ “official language” of sorts, so we put a lot of emphasis on how to faithfully communicate our coworkers’ thoughts and emotions across all languages. We have in-house English and Japanese translators, as well as a mostly bi-lingual production team to ensure mutual understanding on all sides. Albert (Producer): We are very honored to have the opportunity to work with Capcom on this project. Capcom is a company that puts great emphasis on gameplay, which matches Neobards’ core values. During this collaboration, both sides communicated very frequently and closely regarding the content of this game. During the initial stages of development, Capcom even assigned one of their creative directors to stay in Taiwan for long periods of time to work with the team on things like game background, setting, character stories…etc. As a publisher, Capcom gave us a lot of space and freedom, and did not rule out or limit our ideas. After we proposed our design, they would give us invaluable feedback during each stage of production. When the game was at a playable phase, we even played online against each other. I feel like this game combines the best of both teams. They are the creators of the Resident Evil IP, and we have many fans of the Resident Evil franchise. Although it was not easy to design an entirely new type of PvP gameplay, the love our two teams have for the IP made us want to make the game as good as it could possibly be. GNN: You mentioned “ the best of both teams,” what would you say are the advantages of the two teams? Albert：As CEO Jean-Marc just mentioned, our company focuses on online multiplayer games, something past Resident Evil games have put less emphasis on; which is one of the main reasons Capcom decided to work with us on this project. The advantage of the Capcom team is how they are very good at creating playability, establishing atmosphere, and expanding the IP universe. I believe we combined the strengths of both companies to make a game that will satisfy the players. GNN: Why did the team decide to make this game an asymmetrical PvP? AL (Game Director): We were all very excited to get the opportunity to work with Capcom. When engaging with Capcom’s senior members, it felt like I was meeting my childhood heros, very inspiring. Initially, Capcom approached us to help them develop a PvP Resident Evil game. We came up with many different proposals, and Resistance’s design was the one they accepted. The reason we chose asymmetrical gameplay is because we wanted to respect the IP. No matter what game we make, the thing we have to respect the most is always the fans and the IP. Resident Evil has its unique type of gameplay and features, so when we were brainstorming ideas, we knew we couldn’t just make a generic PvP game, we wanted to create something refreshing that also felt like a RE game. Looking back at multiple generations, RE1, 2, or Code: Veronica, there is always a mastermind, or an Umbrella official, behind the scenes manipulating everybody. Players know that in Resident Evil games, human characters don’t fight against each other, they fight against zombies. The “villain” in this game is the Mastermind, controlling everything behind the camera, and the actual enemies players need to face are all types of gruesome creatures and threats in the environment. As for why the Mastermind controls everything through cameras, this is a throwback to the “fixed camera” era of Resident Evil games with a modern twist. We did not want to let Survivors fight against Masterminds directly, but rather have the Mastermind control the game world through surveillance cameras and set up a haunted house of sorts for the Survivors to escape from. GNN: Was there anything you had to be especially aware of when adjusting balance for an asymmetrical game? AL：A lot of things need to be taken into consideration when creating an asymmetrical game, and it’s very difficult to produce a game that is fully balanced. Both sides need to feel like they have the upper hand, while keeping gameplay fun for all players involved. Actually, no matter how developers design the game, or how we want players to use the mechanics, things don’t usually go according to plan, that’s why we say players create the meta. We observe how players play through the open/ closed beta, and make adjustments accordingly. For example, when the closed beta was first online, players were complaining about how “the Mastermind is OP” for the first few days, but near the end of the closed beta, the majority of feedback shifted to “the Survivors are OP,” that’s why we need to give players some time to explore the game. Another good example is how in fighting games, long range characters are always considered top tier at launch, but after a week or so players get used to their attack patterns and they become lower tier. When designing games, I like to use something I call “LEGO blocks design.” Don’t offer players a set type of gameplay, give them many “lego blocks” to arrange into shapes that they like, it can be any weird shape or size.This isn’t to say we offer an unlimited amount of strategies, there also needs to be a “rock paper scissors system” put into place, which means that all characters, no matter how powerful, need to be able to be countered by another character. GNN: Were there any memorable events during the art development process that you would like to share? Julian（CVO）：Like other people have already mentioned, for the art team, communication is very important. First we make sure we understand what Capcom wants, make sure both sides are on the same page and have the same vision. Actually, during production, both sides were able to propose ideas and opinions, in my experience, it’s very rare for both teams to be able to freely voice their thoughts. The interesting universe we have built is a product of free-flowing, ongoing communication between the two teams. During the initial stages of production, our 2D concept team would create concepts for a few key moments to explore the overall look and feel. After the key concepts are finished, we send them to Capcom. As it is their IP, they would best understand what the fans are looking forward to seeing in the game. We would ask them to review the key concepts to make sure we are on the right track. AL: Even though this is a non-canon Resident Evil game, we still wanted to help expand the Resident Evil universe. When designing the levels, we’d reference Racoon City maps from earlier generations to see if there were places mentioned only by text, or parts of the city that were “on the map, but not accessible.” We wanted not just to create an entertaining game, but also expand the depth of the Resident Evil universe. Julien: We were working with a Japanese team with our own dev team consisting of people from Europe and locals in Taiwan, so we really had to make sure we all shared the same vision and established a common visual language to make sure we were all on the same page. GNN: Did the team get data from “Resident Evil 3 Remake” when developing Resistance? Albert: During the initial stages of development we did see a few RE3R concepts, and we used those to make sure our styles are cohesive. You can say that the two projects were produced in parallel. AL: For example, when working on the levels, they would also show us references to explain how to create the sense of oppression Resident Evil games are known for. GNN: Were there any memorable events during the development process of Resident Evil Resistance? Albert：I briefly mentioned before that when the game reached a playable stage, we would play online with the team at Capcom to test the game. Well, in the beginning, the play sessions were really for testing purposes, but the more people played each other, the more competitive they became, there were even people challenging each other to matches, and telling the other team to send in their best players. Another memorable event is when we held the closed beta for Resistance at the Tokyo Game Show, that was an invaluable experience. We wanted to observe how players would react to this game when playing it for the first time without knowing what to expect. Sometimes we would see players from Taiwan playing, or Taiwanese media like Gamer.com and get all emotional. AL: What I found memorable is the original characters that we created. Most of the Masterminds in Resistance are high-rank Umbrella villains that have appeared in previous Resident Evil games. “Daniel” is a completely original character designed by our team, and we wrote his dialogue too. It’s very interesting to see how players from different countries react to him. Original Mastermind “Daniel” Speaking of this, our team would go on PTT (the largest BBS in Taiwan) and Gamer.com to read player feedback, and we saw many people saying how “the dialogue and achievements were translated really well,” “the text is very localized, the translator must spend a lot of time on the internet” etc. But actually, the Chinese text was not translated, they were originally written in Chinese. Albert：Chinese is the main language we used during development, and our team wrote all the Chinese text. We also wanted to add in a few very “Taiwanese” elements that would resonate with local players. AL：We wanted to really “localize” the game. If you look at the English and Japanese text you’d find that the text is not translated literally, we mainly focus on how to evoke the same type of feeling from readers of different languages. The words that were used might be different, but the feeling conveyed is the same. Albert：Our team wrote both the Chinese and English text, and we did a draft of the Japanese which was then sent to Capcom to review, but the tone of voice and content were all done by Neobards. Other European languages were sent out to be localized, then recorded using the localized scripts. Julien: What’s most memorable to me is how we were all very cautious in the beginning, and were feeling a huge amount of pressure. For me personally it was pretty chaotic, I just moved to Taiwan from Europe, was still getting to know the Taiwan team, was getting to know the Capcom team at the same time, it was also the first time I participated in meetings that were translated into 2 different languages. The creative process is difficult enough in just 1 language, 2 languages just increases the chances of misunderstandings. The interesting thing is how as the project grew, our fears and concerns transformed into strengths. As our CEO said, Neobards is a multicultural, open-minded company, we drew upon this corporate spirit and incorporated the cultural background and experiences of our members to establish our relationship with Capcom. Tiffany (Assistant Producer): I’m a member of the development team that speaks Japanese, and am responsible for communications with Capcom. One very interesting experience during development was recording the mo-cap. There are many animations in the game that need to be mo-capped, and we were using Capcom’s mo-cap studio, so we had to take quite a few business trips to Japan for this task. The problem we faced was how to make this process efficient. We wanted actors that can commit to the character, but the tasks were split across two countries. We ended up holding auditions here in Taiwan, and found two actors, one male one female, and flew them to Japan to be recorded. Actually, besides the Taiwanese actors there were also Japanese actors, if you take a look at the credits you’ll see there are a total of 4 or 5 actors. There were a few combo motions that required 4 Survivors to interact with each other and it was very interesting to watch how the actors communicated to figure out their characters. In the middle of recording, one actor fell down by accident, and we thought that actually felt better than what was originally designed, so we asked all 4 actors to fall down together, it was hilarious. Albert：Speaking of zombies, we found that capturing zombie motions is actually very difficult, and cannot be easily done by just anybody. Capcom has an actor that specializes in zombie motions, and we were all amazed at the moves this actor could pull off. Tiffany：We watched him do back flips, fall on the floor, lean back on his hands then stand back up…just amazing core energy. No matter what difficult pose we asked him to do, he gave it his all and delivered. His performance was so precise we actually didn’t have to manually tweak too much of his animations. GNN: Any thoughts on using Capcom’s proprietary engine “RE Engine” for the development of this game? Albert: RE Engine is an engine that’s very easy to get a hang of, even for first time users. It also produces outstanding graphics, as proved in games such as RE 7, RE2 Remake, and DMC5. However, since it is not a commercial engine, there is relatively less documentation. But the engine team at Capcom provided us very good support, and there were basically no problems that could not be solved. Another thing worth mentioning is how Resistance is basically the first online multiplayer game built with RE Engine, so some of the network -related features were actually built during the middle of production when we voiced our needs to Capcom’s tech team. We hope that Resistance can be the first of many online games made with RE Engine. GNN: Now that the game has been released, can you share with us what changes were made after the closed and open beta? Albert: There are 2 purposes for both the open and closed beta; one, to make sure the game runs smoothly, and two, to recieve player feedback. We gathered a lot of data throughout the two beta tests, and are thankful for the players’ participation. We analyzed the collected data and made adjustments accordingly. Most of the changes were on the UI, increasing the amount of guidance given, and making hints and messages clearer. We also did some balance adjustments based on player feedback. AL: We made a few minor balance changes after the closed and open beta, but because game meta is determined by players after they dig deeper into the game, even though people have been saying that the Mastermind is OP, we think there might be some things the players have not discovered yet, so we want to wait until the meta is stable before making bigger changes. We also test things like network stability, and whether or not the game can handle a larger number of players to prepare for launch. Last but not least, we also want to confirm whether or not players will play in the ways we’ve designed the game to be played, and see if the scenarios we think would happen will actually happen. For example, we initially thought that the game would be played at a much slower pace than it is played now. There were even ideas like having zombies make some noise all of a sudden to scare players, the original concept was a lot closer to an actual “haunted house.” However, players played at an unexpectedly fast pace during the tests, so we ended up adjusting the pace of the gameplay to match that. GNN: What kind of updates can we look forward to? New characters / maps / weapons? AL: Capcom’s gonna send someone over to beat me up if I say too much XD Jill has already been added to Resistance on 4/17, I personally think she is super fun to play. What’s interesting about her design is we had to think about how to add a character that was designed for a single player game to an asymmetrical game but maintain her personality and characteristics. Please keep a close eye on the official website for more upcoming information. GNN: Which character do you like to use the most, and which one would you recommend to newbies? AL: I love fighting games the most, so I like to use characters specialized in melee skills, like Sam who can dash to the front of an enemy. For background story, I like Martin the most and think that he is adorable. For the Mastermind, it was mentioned earlier that we have an original character “Daniel,” of which the setup is the “king of trash talking.” It’s interesting to see his lines in Chinese as well as in other languages. For newbies, I would recommend Valerie because she is easier to use, and she is a healer and can mark important items. I would also recommend Tyrone, who has more HP and is hard to kill even when captured by a trap or zombie. Albert: I am quite the opposite, I like ranged weapons better. As a result, my favorite character is the firearms expert Becca. The Bullet Storm skill is quite useful in the game, and she’s quite pretty as well (smile). Jean-Marc: I also like Becca the most, and I will not explain further. (Others: It’s because his wife is sitting right next to him!) Julien: All the characters are my babies, and I love them equally. They are all my test subjects (laugh). “Becca,”a popular character choice among the production team. GNN: Lastly, do you have anything to say to players in Taiwan? Albert: As Jean-Marc mentioned earlier, we are an international team that wants to make world-class AAA games. This collaboration with Capcom gave us the opportunity to create a high-quality Resident Evil game, and we are very much looking forward to seeing how players around the world react after they play the game. Meanwhile, as a development studio in Taiwan, we hope that players in Taiwan and around the world can see the hard work and effort put into this game, as well as notice the identifiable features and uniqueness of a game developed by a team from Taiwan. AL: I was born and raised in the U.S. and just moved back to Taiwan a few years ago. Despite my background, I love Taiwan a lot. Taiwanese people have many original and creative ideas for games, and those ideas are also very universal. Most players in the U.S. are only interested in playing European or American games; however, players in Taiwan play games from Japan, Europe, and the U.S., so they have an extensive understanding of the game market. Therefore, Taiwanese people have many interesting ideas, and there are many possibilities for a Taiwanese team to evolve and develop. Although Resident Evil is a Japanese IP, for Resident Evil Resistance, one of the goals for us is to make players feel the presence of a “Taiwanese team” through the in-game dialogue and achievements. Wonder: We really are a multicultural company, not just our team in Taipei, but our team in Suzhou as well. We think that high quality content can attract players around the world, so we do not restrict ourselves to a specific target market. We believe in the idea that a game will be recognized by the world as long as it is fun and interesting. In the past, people may hold the idea that Taiwanese teams rarely develop console games. In fact, it’s just that Taiwanese teams do not have the opportunity to do so. When we get the chance, we have what it takes to be seen and applauded by the world. We certainly hope that more Taiwanese game developers can be eager to step up to greater challenges, and we definitely want more talented people to join us as well (with a smile). About NeoBards Entertainment NeoBards Entertainment was founded in 2017 by an international team of industry veterans hailing from Taiwan, China, Europe, and the United States. NeoBards based in Taipei with an additional studio in Suzhou. As a team, NeoBards is formed by industry veterans, many with more than 20 years of AAA game development experience at well-known companies, including Sony, Activision, Square Enix, Capcom, EA, and Ubisoft. NeoBards Entertainment specializes in international project coordination, AAA quality game development, and the imagining and realization of new worlds and IPs. Our passionate team of “Bards” learn and grow from each other, always striving to find new ways to express their love of gaming through their work. One of our latest works, Resident Evil Resistance was recently published on 3 April, 2020 and bundled with Capcom’s classic IP Resident Evil 3 Remake. Other previous classics produced by the company include Devil May Cry HD Collection, Onimusha: Warlords Remaster (PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC), Resident Evil Zero, and Resident Evil Switch version. NeoBards is united by a love of storytelling, a love of making games, an appreciation for the hard work required to deliver world beating quality.

2020-05-18

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Mirror Media’s Exclusive Interview with Neobards Entertainment, and In-Depth Discussion of the Taiwan Game Studio’s Game Development Process.

Mirror Media’s Exclusive Interview wi...

Taiwan based game studio Neobards Entertainment is dedicated to developing high quality video games. Neobards recently had the honor of being interviewed by Mirror Media, to discuss their collaboration with Capcom on Resident Evil: Project ReSistance, which featured asymmetrical 4v1 PvP gameplay unique among recently published games. ——– Much of the development team is Taiwanese, and Taiwanese netizens were surprised to find a good number of very local memes and text throughout the game. The team is additionally quite internet savvy, and with members proficient in English and Japanese the game world includes a lot of fun and punchy dialog and achievements. ——– Mirror Media sat down for an exclusive interview with Neobards CEO Jean-Marc Morel to discuss how he and his fellow co-founders built the company, the company culture and common values the company is built upon, and the drive to develop games that resonate with players and deliver commercial success. ——– Want to know more about Neobards, and find out why the company – made up of talented people from around the world – chose to be based in Taiwan? Click the link below to read the interview and find out more! ——– 【News links】【Neobards 1】Local Memes Found in Latest Resident Evil Game – Dev Team is Actually from Taiwan https://www.mirrormedia.mg/story/20200507gameneobards1/ 【Neobards 2】Asymmetrical Games are Hard to Balance- “It’s impossible to predict everything that will happen after a game is released.” https://www.mirrormedia.mg/story/20200507gameneobards2/ 【Neobards 3】Why an IP with 24 Years of History was Entrusted to a New Company of 3 Years https://www.mirrormedia.mg/story/20200507gameneobards3/ 【Neobards 4】It Takes Creativity to Make Games – “Basing our company in Taiwan was a correct decision.” https://www.mirrormedia.mg/story/20200507gameneobards4/ 【Neobards 5】Want to Join the Game Industry? “QA is a great place to start.” https://www.mirrormedia.mg/story/20200507gameneobards5/ About NeoBards Entertainment NeoBards Entertainment was founded in 2017 by an international team of industry veterans hailing from Taiwan, China, Europe, and the United States. NeoBards based in Taipei with an additional studio in Suzhou. As a team, NeoBards is formed by industry veterans, many with more than 20 years of AAA game development experience at well-known companies, including Sony, Activision, Square Enix, Capcom, EA, and Ubisoft. NeoBards Entertainment specializes in international project coordination, AAA quality game development, and the imagining and realization of new worlds and IPs. Our passionate team of “Bards” learn and grow from each other, always striving to find new ways to express their love of gaming through their work. One of our latest works, Resident Evil Resistance was recently published on 3 April, 2020 and bundled with Capcom’s classic IP Resident Evil 3 Remake. Other previous classics produced by the company include Devil May Cry HD Collection, Onimusha: Warlords Remaster (PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC), Resident Evil Zero, and Resident Evil Switch version. NeoBards is united by a love of storytelling, a love of making games, an appreciation for the hard work required to deliver world beating quality.

2020-05-11

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Resident Evil 3 Is Getting a Modern Remake on April 3rd, 2020

Resident Evil 3 Is Getting a Modern R...

Resident Evil 3 will be out on April 3rd, 2020, for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. A new multiplayer component (now just called Resident Evil: Resistance) for Resident Evil 3 that will be included with the remake.

2019-12-18

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Neobards Entertainment - In Partnership with Capcom Co., Ltd. - Is Very Proud to Present the Upcoming Release of Their Newest Masterpiece “Project Resistance”!

Neobards Entertainment - In Partnersh...

Capcom’s “Project Resistance” producer Masachika Kawata announced the co-development with the Taiwanese developer Neobards Entertainment, followed by a speech by Neobard’s Chairman and CEO, Jean-Marc Morel.

2019-11-11

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Neobard’s First-Ever Appearance at TGDF - Building X Borders: Delivering a Cohesive Team Vision While Managing Multicultural Creativity

Neobard’s First-Ever Appearance at TG...

Neobards CEO Jean-Marc Morel and CCO Tony Wang attended the Taipei Game Developers Forum as speakers this July. Their topic "Building X Borders: Delivering a Cohesive Team Vision While Managing Multicultural Creativity" touched upon how we facilitate cross-cultural communication here at Neobards.

2019-08-01

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Resident Evil® Origins Collection - The Fourth Collaboration Between Capcom and NeoBards Entertainment!

Resident Evil® Origins Collection - T...

Resident Evil® Origins Collection has been released on Nintendo Switch in May 2019! NeoBards Entertainment is proud to present to you another masterpiece!

2019-07-02

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【Life @NB】We Are Eco-Bards!

【Life @NB】We Are Eco-Bards!

We love making games - it's what makes our lives fabulous! “Making games that matter” is our passion, being eco-friendly is our way of life!

2019-02-19

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NeoBards Entertainment Collaborates with Capcom to Present Onimusha: Warlords

NeoBards Entertainment Collaborates w...

With outstanding game development expertise and capability, NeoBards Entertianment is working to bring Onimusha: Warlords to PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms!

2018-10-31

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NeoBards Entertainment in Suzhou

NeoBards Entertainment in Suzhou

With nearly 4 months of preparation time, NeoBards Suzhou obtained Certificate of Business Operation in China on Jun.01.2018, and became the subsidiary of our NeoBard Hong Kong headquarter...

2018-07-04

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【Life @NB】When No.1 Meets No.101

【Life @NB】When No.1 Meets No.101

It has been 12 months since NeoBards Entertainment was founded in April 2017. On the morning of May 02, 2018, we gave a warm welcome to the No. 101 Bard, Modi LIU...

2018-05-17

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NeoBards Entertainment Announces Collaboration with Capcom on Devil May Cry HD Collection, Released March 13, 2018

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In December of 2017 Capcom announced their intentions to release current gen versions of the beloved Devil May Cry series of games in the form of Devil May Cry HD Collection...

2018-03-15

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GDC 2018: NeoBards is Giving a Speech on Producer Bootcamp at Tutorials

GDC 2018: NeoBards is Giving a Speech...

Al Yang, Design Director of NeoBards is going to give a speech at this year's GDC Producer Bootcamp: Trust and Tribulations: A Crash Course in Team Leadership...

2018-03-06

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JIRA Solution from Atlassian: NeoBards Takes Project Management and Business Optimization to Whole New Level

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NeoBards Entertainment brought in comprehensive JIRA solutions from Atlassian, including JIRA Core, JIRA Software and JIRA Service Desk. This helps the Bards to work in a convenient...

2017-12-15

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NeoBards is Officially a Nintendo Switch Developer

NeoBards is Officially a Nintendo Swi...

Furthermore, NeoBards is now an official developer on Nintendo Switch. In the space of 9 months, NeoBards has been accredited to work on platforms including Sony PS4...

2017-11-30

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NeoBards Grand Opening

NeoBards Grand Opening

Founded in February 2017, NeoBards Entertainment was established by a group of game veterans from all over the world, who enjoys telling stories, while carrying legendary tales...

2017-11-19

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NeoBards Training Program Kicked Off

At NeoBards, we value the growth of each Bard, as it is only through learning that we can cultivate a better version of ourselves. We’ve crafted a series of training programs tailored to our Bards, considering their various experience levels, skill sets, and needs for intellectual growth. We aim to lead everyone to improve […]

2024-10-16

NeoBards’ Balloon Rose High: Our Return to Tokyo Game Show

After announcing the game, “Resident Evil,” on Capcom’s stage at Tokyo Game Show in 2018, NeoBards was back to the exhibition again. This time, we set up our own booth to meet and interact with local and international partners and friends. Check out our highlights below! As the balloon bearing NeoBards’ logo rose above […]

2024-10-09

Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster Officially Released, NeoBards and CAPCOM Joined Forces Again to Revive a Classic

The new title of the classic action game IP, “Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster,” developed by NeoBards Entertainment and published by CAPCOM, was released digitally on September 19 for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam (physical version expected to launch in November this year). Following seven IP games including “Mega Man Battle Network Legacy Collection,” “Resident […]

2024-09-18

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH Officially Released! NeoBards Teamed Up with SQUARE ENIX Again

FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, the second volume of SQUARE ENIX’s FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE trilogy, was released worldwide on February 29th! The story is a continuation of the previous game, depicting the adventures of Cloud and his friends after escaping from Midgar. Unlike its predecessor, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, this time players are free […]

2024-03-05

Exclusive Interview Revealed: NeoBards, the Developer of Dynasty Warriors M!

In the exclusive interview, the Game Producer Antonio, Game Director Cosmos, and Art Director Adonis shared the development journey and design ideas of Dynasty Warriors M, disclosing how the team stayed true to the classic IP while seeking ways to make breakthroughs. Core Developers of Dynasty Warriors M from NeoBards In addition to […]

2023-12-22

Dynasty Warriors M Officially Launched! First Mobile Game Developed by NeoBards

Published and operated by NEXON, developed by NeoBards and based on KOEI TECMO GAMES’ Dynasty Warriors 9, the mobile game Dynasty Warriors M was launched globally today on November 22! Experienced in developing multiple classic console games, this time NeoBards brought console game quality to the mobile platform. Dynasty Warriors M impeccably reproduces each officer’s […]

2023-11-22

NeoBards Is Growing and Coming Soon to Breda, Netherlands!

From Asia to Europe, NeoBards continues to bring rich and diverse gaming experience to players around the globe. NeoBards Entertainment Ltd. was founded in 2017 by industry elites from all around the world, focusing on combining international resources to develop high-quality games. For years, NeoBards have worked together with renowned game companies such as […]

2023-08-21

devcom Developer Conference 2023: Old and New – Creative Design within Established IPs

The Studio Creative Director of NeoBards Entertainment, Al Yang, has been invited to give a speech: “Old but New – Creative Design within Established IPs” at devcom Developer Conference, held in Cologne, Germany from August 20th to 22th. He will share how to create a unique gaming experience from the world view and characterization of […]

2023-08-11

SILENT HILL f Teaser Trailer Won the One Show Award, SHIROGUMI INC. Shared Their Experience

The SILENT HILL f Teaser Trailer, produced by SHIROGUMI INC., won the Merit Award at The One Show 2023. SHIROGUMI INC. attended one of the online sessions of the AUTODESK DAY 2023, held by CG WORLD and AUTODESK, to talk about the concept and process of producing the teaser trailer. The classic SILENT HILL IP […]

2023-08-08

MEGAMAN BATTLE NETWORK™ LEGACY COLLECTION Sells Over 1 Million Copies, Modern Port by NeoBards!

On April 14, CAPCOM officially released the highly anticipated MEGAMAN BATTLE NETWORK™ LEGACY COLLECTION, including all six main titles from the Battle Network series and available dual versions, totaling 10 games. NeoBards is proud to have participated in this project for the past 2 years as its main development team. NeoBards collaborated with renowned […]

2023-05-17

Resident Evil Re:Verse Developed by NeoBards Launches Officially on Oct 28th

Capcom’s Resident Evil Re:Verse, developed by NeoBards Entertainment, will be officially released on Oct.28 2022. In this online multiplayer PVP, players face off in teams of 4 to 6 as fan favorite Resident Evil characters including Leon S. Kennedy, Jill Valentine, Claire Redfield, and Chris Redfield. After releasing the first Resident Evil game in 1996, […]

2022-10-27

SILENT HILL f Officially Announced! Developed by NeoBards

Following KONAMI’s release of the SILENT HILL f trailer on Oct.20, NeoBards is proud to announce our collaboration with KONAMI DIGITAL ENTERTAINMENT on this title. We are honored to join forces with KONAMI as the developer for this new entry to the classic SILENT HILL IP, working along with KONAMI producer Okamoto Motoi, writer Ryukishi07, […]

2022-10-14

The closed beta for Resident Evil Re: Verse, an online multiplayer included with Resident Evil Village, starts on Jan 28th!

Capcom kicked off Resident Evil Village pre-orders during their Showcase on Jan 22nd and officially revealed RE:VERSE, a thrilling multiplayer experience included with Village. Watch the announcement trailer down below! As shown in the trailer, players play against each other as classic characters from the Resident Evil series, and when defeated, are transformed into […]

2021-03-02

Congratulations to Resident Evil 3 for receiving a PlayStation Partner Award!

Congratulations to Resident Evil 3 for receiving a PlayStation Partner Award in the 2020 Japan Asia region PlayStation Partner Awards! Partner Awards recognize titles developed in the Japan / Asia region with top-ranked worldwide sales between October 2019 and September 2020, with particularly noteworthy activity results. As the developer of Resident Evil 3’s asymmetric multiplayer […]

2020-12-14

Bards, Assemble! Neobards’ 2-Year Involvement in Marvel’s Avengers

Neobards is proud to announce our involvement in developing Marvel’s Avengers, released summer 2020. Our team of “mighty Bards” devoted their talent and effort for over 2 years to help bring forth this amazing game. Marvel’s Avengers is now available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. Free upgrades to PS5 and Xbox Series X […]

2020-10-16

Neobards Will Be Sharing Our Experience on “Asymmetrical PvP Game Development” at the TGDF Online on July 12th. Register Now!

The 2020 Taipei Game Developers Forum (TGDF) will be held from July 11th to July 12th. This year’s forum will be held online and streamed on Twitch for free, but rest assured that the presentations and content will remain as invaluable as ever! Neobards is honored to be invited back this year to share our […]

2020-07-09

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2020-05-19

Gamer.com Interview with Neobards – Proof that Devs in Taiwan do Have What it Takes!

Resident Evil Resistance is a one-of-a-kind game with a unique personality. Following the previous Mirror Media interview, Neobards also had the honor to be interviewed by Gamer.com! Curious about how our team of Resident Evil fans tried to stay true to the spirit of the IP, while creating a new type of gameplay? Click the […]

2020-05-18

Mirror Media’s Exclusive Interview with Neobards Entertainment, and In-Depth Discussion of the Taiwan Game Studio’s Game Development Process.

Taiwan based game studio Neobards Entertainment is dedicated to developing high quality video games. Neobards recently had the honor of being interviewed by Mirror Media, to discuss their collaboration with Capcom on Resident Evil: Project ReSistance, which featured asymmetrical 4v1 PvP gameplay unique among recently published games. ——– Much of the development team is Taiwanese, […]

2020-05-11

Resident Evil 3 Is Getting a Modern Remake on April 3rd, 2020

Resident Evil 3 will be out on April 3rd, 2020, for the PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC. A new multiplayer component (now just called Resident Evil: Resistance) for Resident Evil 3 that will be included with the remake.

2019-12-18

Introducing.

All the Bards come from different backgrounds, uprisings, cultures and countries. We are all united by the love of our craft, the storytelling and the deep understanding that hard work and quality will always triumph

CAREER.

ART

2023-11-02

Animator [Taiwan – Taipei]

PRODUCTION

DESIGN

TECH

2022-01-12

Backend Programmer (AWS) [Taiwan – Taipei]

2020-03-05

Senior Programmer [Taiwan – Taipei]

AUDIO

OPERATION & ADMINISTRATION