Cologne’s exhibition halls will experience more farming than ever: For the first time in the company’s history, GIANTS Software attends the world's largest event for computer and video games not only as a developer, but as an independent publisher. The makers of Farming Simulator attend gamescom with two spacious booths in Cologne, Germany, from August 24th to 28th.
Inviting Gamers to Harvest Fun & Goodies
In the entertainment area, visitors can find the GIANTS Software booth in hall 7 (stand no. B41) to play Farming Simulator 22, the latest entry of the long-running and successful series – including upcoming content that is yet to be announced. With a diverse stage program and a variety of goodies to pick up, visiting the Farming Simulator booth will be worthwhile for all gamers and gamescom visitors.
“We’re glad to be back in Cologne to meet fans and all gamers”, comments Boris Stefan, Head of Publishing at GIANTS Software. “This year, we’ll leave an even bigger agricultural footprint at the event and give the community one more reason to visit gamescom while we expand our business presence as a publisher and worldwide leading genre expert.”
Over 500 Square Meters for Consumers & Business
Apart from the consumer-oriented booth in the entertainment area, GIANTS Software is also represented in the business sector of gamescom in hall 4.2. Combined, GIANTS Software’s booths in the entertainment and business areas make up for more than 530 square meters of space to dive into the Farming Simulator universe.
While the publisher and developer offer on-site availability for business partners, retailers and press to strengthen their reach internationally, GIANTS Software also announces the membership in the “game”, the German Games Industry Association (a co-organizer of gamescom) to expand their publishing presence in Germany.
For more information, please visit the official Farming Simulator website and the GIANTS Software press area.
© 2022 Published and developed by GIANTS Software GmbH. GIANTS Software and its logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GIANTS Software GmbH. All manufacturers, agricultural machinery, agricultural equipment, names, brands and associated imagery featured in this game in some cases include trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners. The agricultural machines and equipment in this game may be different from the actual machines in shapes, colours and performance. © 2022 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC. “PlayStation”, “PS5” and “PS4”, are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, the Xbox Sphere mark, the Series X logo, Series S logo, Series X|S logo, Xbox One and Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X|S are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Stadia, the S logo, and related marks and logos are trademarks of Google LLC. “Mac” is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. All rights reserved. All other names, trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners.
Popular new brand at the agricultural dealership: With Kubota, Farming Simulator 22 offers its fans another licensed brand to extend their fleet of farming machinery. Publisher and developer GIANTS Software released the Kubota Pack with eleven new vehicles and tools today. It’s now available on PC, Mac and consoles, is included in the Year 1 Season Pass and received a world-wide digital release with boxed PC versions available in selected regions. A launch trailer shows off the new machines and tools as well as a new feature for multiplayer fans.
Introducing the largest Kubota tractor to date and more
The selection of machinery by the renowned multinational corporation that originated in Osaka, Japan over 130 years ago, allows for tackling various day-to-day farming tasks – from tilling up the fields, to transporting produced goods: Included tractors are the Kubota M8, the largest tractor of the brand to date, as well as the M5, M6, and M7 series.
Also featured are a wheel loader, a skid-steer loader, two utility vehicles with room for your friends in the passenger seats in online multiplayer, and other machines and tools by Kubota. Meanwhile, Kubota-branded clothes for player characters are added to the virtual wardrobe. See all vehicles and tools included below!
Adding a fan-request to the virtual garage
“By adding Kubota to the ensemble of agricultural brands within our series, we offer our dedicated fans another international big player they have been asking for”, comments Thomas Frey, Vice President of Business Development at GIANTS Software. “We are delighted to partner with this historic manufacturer whose engines power a variety of today’s farming operations all over the world.”
“We’ve been fielding inquiries from the #KubotaCountry community asking when they will be able to use Kubota equipment in Farming Simulator,” says John Lee, Marketing Director, Kubota Tractor Corporation. “As Kubota celebrates 50 years in the U.S. this year, timing for Farming Simulator 22 couldn’t be better. We continue to expand our product lines, building on our long legacy of engineering innovative equipment that delivers a range of durable, quality-built machines ready to handle tough tasks in agricultural, construction, commercial turf and residential settings. It makes sense for us to reach out to new potential customers in virtual settings to show them what our equipment is capable of.“
Farming Simulator 22 is available for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5 (PS5™), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Stadia. A Year 1 Season Pass is available, extending the game with even more content in the future – the Kubota Pack is included. GIANTS Software will also continue to release free content updates and user-generated content on the official ModHub. Visit the official Farming Simulator website and the GIANTS Software press area for more information.
Huge amount of content, low price tag: The Farming Simulator 19: Ambassador Edition has arrived, inspiring even more people to farm. Including all expansions and DLCs, publisher and developer GIANTS Software self-publishes the re-release of the global hit-simulation in a comprehensive boxed version. The 2-disc-package is now available at retail stores for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One, this video trailer summarizes the extensive content.
Agricultural Emissary in the Form of a Packed Video Game
Price-conscious gamers with a tempting interest for farming get a stuffed package of agricultural experiences with the Ambassador Edition of Farming Simulator 19: The main game, both the Platinum and Alpine Farming expansions, as well as six DLCs to extend the game further. That adds up to more than 475 authentically digitized machines from Case IH, CLAAS, DEUTZ-FAHR, Fendt, John Deere, Massey Ferguson, New Holland, Valtra and many other world-famous manufacturers – to be operated on three distinct European and American maps.
Self-published Re-release is the Perfect Entry to the Series
“Considering the massive amount of content, Farming Simulator 19: Ambassador Edition makes for the perfect starting point to enter our universe”, comments Boris Stefan, Head of Publishing. “Globally re-releasing one of our most successful games in the history of GIANTS Software is also a satisfying achievement that reinforces the path of self-publishing we have taken.”
Farming Simulator 19: Ambassador Edition offers even more content through user-generated mods. Thousands of GIANTS Software-tested and free mods from an enormous pool of user modifications are available to download via the official in-game ModHub. The PC version is also the base for competitive multiplayer, introducing farming in the exciting world of esports – currently with a prize pool worth 100.000 Euros in Season 4 of the Farming Simulator League (FSL). Watch the highlights from the previous FSL event and tune in to the live-stream of the tournament on the weekend of July 9th to July 10th on official GIANTS Software channels.
For further information visit the Farming Simulator website and the GIANTS Software press area.
© 2022 Published and developed by GIANTS Software GmbH. GIANTS Software and its logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GIANTS Software GmbH. All manufacturers, agricultural machinery, agricultural equipment, names, brands and associated imagery featured in this game in some cases include trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners. The agricultural machines and equipment in this game may be different from the actual machines in shapes, colours and performance. ©2022 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC. “PlayStation”, “PS5” and “PS4”, are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, the Xbox Sphere mark, the Series X logo, Series S logo, Series X|S logo, Xbox One and Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X|S are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Stadia, the S logo, and related marks and logos are trademarks of Google LLC. “Mac” is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions. All rights reserved. All other names, trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners.
FarmCon, GIANTS Software’s annual community event, takes place from July 21st to July 24th: The publisher and developer of the acclaimed Farming Simulator series kicks off FarmCon 22 with an international live-stream on the company’s official Twitch channel on Thursday, before the multi-day event invites fans to visit the John Deere Forum in Mannheim, Germany on the weekend.
Live-Streaming Exciting Announcements & Teasers
Each day, from July 21st to July 24th, GIANTS Software will stream for a couple of hours.
The kick-off stream on Thursday is scheduled to start at 8pm CEST with rebroadcasts available to provide coverage for multiple time zones. On Saturday, the stream is scheduled to start at 10am CEST.
Viewers should expect some exciting news and announcements for Farming Simulator 22. The community team of GIANTS Software will also provide a look behind the scenes of the event, answer questions from fans and talk to guests about various game-related topics.
In-Depth Information & Presentations
Fans looking for more interaction, in-depth information and meeting GIANTS Software staff, should visit FarmCon 22 at the John Deere Forum in Mannheim – tickets are available now, a free gift-bag is included. GIANTS employees from all four international offices will be around, offering fans the opportunity to talk to them in person.
"We continue our long tradition of meeting dedicated Farming Simulator fans in person”, comments GIANTS Software CEO Christian Ammann in excitement of the upcoming FarmCon 22. “This year, FarmCon will be a hybrid event to celebrate with as many members of the Farming Simulator community as possible.”
FarmCon is the official and annual community event for modders, developers and players of the Farming Simulator series. Since 2016, fans have met at FarmCon to chat with GIANTS Software and like-minded players. For more information, please visit the official Farming Simulator website and the GIANTS Software press area.
New brand, equipment and facilities to step up the grain-game: Publisher and Developer GIANTS Software just released the AGI Pack for Farming Simulator 22. It’s now digitally available for PC and consoles – free of charge. A launch trailer shows off the new equipment used for grain production and handling.
Welcoming Supplier for Global Food Infrastructure
Introducing AGI, a leading manufacturer of portable and stationary grain handling, storage and conditioning equipment, players receive a diverse set of high-quality equipment and facilities by the renowned engineering company for unique, market-specific systems.
“The importance of efficient grain production is undeniable, and we’re proud to welcome one of the most dedicated suppliers to the world’s food infrastructure with AGI”, comments Martin Seidel, Account Manager at GIANTS Software. “We are happy to collaboratively offer fans of Farming Simulator new and free content to upgrade the grain production on their farms.”
Producing Seeds with Top-Tier Grain Equipment
Included in the free AGI Pack are augers, belt conveyors, grain storage bins, and a top-tier seed treater – with the AGI STORM FX marking the highlight of the pack: Using the seed treater, virtual farmers prepare harvested grains to be used for seeding - effectively producing their own grain seeds.
Processing them with the help of various tools from AGI brands like Batco or Westfield and Storing them safely in bins and garages of the Sentinel and Westeel product lines, players ensure that their farm becomes a prime example for grain production.
Farming Simulator 22 is available for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5 (PS5™), Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation®4, Xbox One, and Stadia. A Year 1 Season Pass is available, extending the game with even more content in the future. GIANTS Software will also continue to release free content updates and user-generated content on the official ModHub. Visit the official Farming Simulator website and the GIANTS Software press area for more information.
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