• Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Switch 2 Review

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  • Escape Simulator 2 - PC Review

    Escape Simulator 2 is a fantastic escape room game developed by Pine Studio. The sequel has new exciting locations, challenging puzzles, and an updated room editor.

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  • Code Violet - PS5 Review

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  • Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault - PC Review

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Experience 3D Strategy RPG Arknights: Endfield With Exclusive One Republic Song Right Now!

SHANGHAI — Dec. 11, 2025 | Global publisher GRYPHLINE today announced that Arknights: Endfield, the highly anticipated 3D strategy RPG set in the Arknights universe, will launch globally on Jan. 22, 2026, for PlayStationⓇ5, PC, and mobile. The reveal was made during The Game Awards, accompanied by a high-energy trailer featuring an original track, Give Me Something, composed and performed by OneRepublic exclusively for this announcement.


The trailer blends OneRepublic’s performance with cinematic sequences shaped by the tone, scale, and frontier identity of Talos-II. Through stylized visuals and the game’s signature effects, it presents a music-video-style look at the world’s atmosphere as Arknights: Endfield approaches launch. Listen to Give Me Something by OneRepublic: https://onerepublic.lnk.to/GMSPR.

The launch date announcement arrives as Arknights: Endfield surpasses 30 million pre-registrations worldwide, highlighting the game’s rapidly growing global momentum.

In preparation for the full release, GRYPHLINE recently invited players to experience Beta Test II, offering the most polished look at the game to date. The test introduced a rebuilt storyline with new cutscenes and animations, expanded real-time combat updates, and a brand-new region to explore — continuing the team’s approach of refining the experience through ongoing community feedback.

Set in the universe of Arknights, which has exceeded 100 million downloads, Arknights: Endfield introduces a new frontier storyline and a world built around exploration, strategic real-time combat, and base-building. Players command squads of up to four Operators, combining skills, elemental synergies, and coordinated tactics across fast-paced encounters.


Throughout 2025, GRYPHLINE showcased Arknights: Endfield across major global events — including Anime Expo, Japan Expo, Gamescom, and a recent Apple Event featuring the title’s first mobile gameplay footage — bringing the world of Talos-II to audiences worldwide.

Arknights: Endfield will be free-to-play with in-game purchases when it launches worldwide on Jan. 22, 2026. To learn more about the game, visit the official website and on X @AKEndfield. For more information about GRYPHLINE, please visit the company’s official site.

About GRYPHLINE

GRYPHLINE is the global publishing brand of HYPERGRYPH, headquartered in Singapore, with branches across multiple countries and regions. Our mission is to bring unique and high-quality gaming experiences to players across the world. As the trusted global publishing partner of HYPERGRYPH, we are responsible for releasing titles including Arknights: Endfield, Ex Astris, and POPUCOM. We are also expanding into more areas of global publishing, launching the official player community SKPORT, and actively engaging in investments and IP licensing to grow our global business. More information can be found here on the official company site www.gryphline.com.

About OneRepublic

GRAMMY® nominated OneRepublic, is composed of singer/songwriter and lead vocalist Ryan Tedder, guitarists Zach Filkins and Drew Brown, keys player Brian Willett, bassist and cellist Brent Kutzle, and drummer Eddie Fisher. Since the group’s debut, OneRepublic has amassed over 5 billion streams on Spotify alone. The band released their debut album, Dreaming Out Loud, in 2007, including the 20 million selling hit single “Apologize,” which shattered digital sales and airplay records worldwide and earned them a GRAMMY® nomination. The group’s 2009 sophomore album, Waking Up, featured the smash singles “All the Right Moves,” “Secrets” and “Good Life.” Shortly after in 2013, the band released their certified-platinum album, Native, which included the No. 1 hit and 41 million selling single “Counting Stars.” OneRepublic released Oh My My, their fourth album in 2016 and their fifth album, Human, in 2021. In 2022, OneRepublic released their smash hit “I Ain’t Worried,” which was featured in the blockbuster hit, Top Gun: Maverick and boasts over 3 billion streams. In April of 2024, the group released their smash hit single with David Guetta, "I Don't Wanna Wait,” which has amassed over 130 million streams globally since its release. They also shared "Nobody (from Kaiju No.8),” which serves as the end credit song for the hugely successful manga-turned-Anime series Kaiju. No 8, and later shared their second song from the series, “Invincible (from Kaiju No.8).” Following the release of these singles, OneRepublic debuted their sixth album, Artificial Paradise, featuring hits like “Hurt” and “Sink or Swim,” and later the deluxe of the album, which included their collaboration with Jelly Roll and acoustic versions of their hit songs. The group also released “Chasing Paradise”, with Kygo, “Tell Me” with Ikky and Karan Aujla, and teamed up with The Supermen Lovers to release a new version for the 25th anniversary of their beloved track “Starlight”, titled “Starlight (The Fame).” Most recently, the band released the single and video “Beautiful Colors (from Kaiju No.8)” serving as the ending theme song for the second season of the show.
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Resident Evil Requiem Features Dual Protagonists Launching in February 2026!

December 11th, 2025 | Prepare yourself for a double dose of terror and action when Resident Evil™ Requiem releases to the world on February 27, 2026, across PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™ 2, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam with the fate of two protagonists – Grace Ashcroft and Leon S. Kennedy – intertwined as they investigate a series of strange deaths that may just lead to uncovering the hidden truth behind the infamous 1998 Raccoon City Incident. Revealed at The Game Awards 2025, the legendary Leon S. Kennedy kicks the action up a notch, as he begins investigating a dead body found in an abandoned hotel – the same hotel that FBI analyst Grace Ashcroft is simultaneously investigating.
 

Dual protagonists in Resident Evil Requiem will provide a blend of gameplay that will shake the very core of players’ souls with Leon handling business via exhilarating, death-defying action, while Grace steels herself through spine-tingling survival horror.
 

Additional unforgettable updates were also unveiled at The Game Awards, including:

  • Buckle Up for a Legendary Ride: Resident Evil and Porsche, the world-renowned vehicle manufacturer that has captivated car enthusiasts worldwide for decades, are teaming up for the ride of a lifetime. Together, the two iconic brands will debut a unique Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT in-game as Leon’s trusted ride, providing a legendary ride for a legendary character.
  • Even More Deluxe Edition: The Resident Evil Requiem Deluxe Edition now also includes three Leon Costumes – Resident Evil 4, “Apocalypse,” and “Film Noir” – plus a DSO emblem weapon charm.

And don’t forget all the bone-chilling previously announced updates, including:

  • Special Pre-Order Bonus: Pre-orders are available now, and all pre-orders will receive Grace’s gritty costume “Apocalypse” as a bonus.
  • Switch Things Up: Resident Evil™ 7 biohazard Gold Edition and Resident Evil™ Village Gold Edition will also release on Nintendo Switch 2 the same day that Resident Evil Requiem drops, featuring post-story scenarios and extra game modes. Grab the full bundle with the Resident Evil Generation Pack, exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2, featuring Resident Evil 7 Biohazard Gold Edition, Resident Evil Village Gold Edition, and the all-new Resident Evil Requiem.
  • Get Your Popcorn Ready! – A jaw-dropping “Resident Evil Showcase” will premiere in early 2026 with an even deeper look at Resident Evil Requiem.
  • Flaunt Your Fandom in Fortnite! – In celebration of Capcom’s introduction into the Epic Games Store, players who purchase Resident Evil Requiem via Epic Games Store will receive special Resident Evil-themed collaboration items in Fortnite like the Grace outfit! Fortnite collaboration items will be distributed after the release of Resident Evil Requiem and we’ll have more details to share soon.
  • Play Like a Pro! – The special edition Resident Evil Requiem Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller featuring designs from the game and styled in gunmetal-inspired black will be available from Nintendo on launch day.
  • First-Ever Resident Evil Amiibo – Grace from Resident Evil Requiem will become the first-ever Resident Evil amiibo, available starting in Summer 2026.
  • Nerves of Steel: Experience Resident Evil Requiem like never before with the Premium Steelbook Edition featuring the full game, Deluxe Edition contents, and a limited-edition lenticular card exclusive to this release. Available while supplies last.

The action doesn’t stop here. Stay tuned for even more thrilling Resident Evil Requiem announcements in the months ahead!



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Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined - PS5 Demo Preview

Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined by developer HexaDrive and publisher Square EnixSony PlayStation 5 preview written by Pierre-Yves with a demo available on the PSN.

Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes

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Megaman Dual Override Announced for 2027 Release!

LOS ANGELES – Dec. 11, 2025 | Today at The Game Awards 2025, Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, unveiled Mega Man™: Dual Override, the twelfth mainline installment in the classic Mega Man™ series. The iconic franchise will make its highly anticipated return in 2027 when the all-new action platformer launches for Nintendo Switch™ 2, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.


To watch the Mega Man: Dual Override reveal trailer, side-scroll over to the Mega Man YouTube channel. A selection screen of assets are also available via the Capcom Press Center.
 
This month, Capcom will host a special boss design contest for Mega Man: Dual Override where fans will have the chance to help Dr. Wily create a brand-new Robot Master to appear in the game. For details on how to enter, check out the contest’s official website and trailer.
 
In 2027, Capcom will also celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Mega Man series. The Blue Bomber first began busting bots in 1987 and instantly captivated players with rewarding gameplay, colorful characters, and rockin’ music. Since then, the franchise has sold more than 43 million units worldwide and jumped beyond the world of games into comics, TV series, and more.
 
To celebrate today’s reveal, Mega Man™ 11 will receive a special discount on digital storefronts over the coming days. For a limited time, players can look forward to picking up the acclaimed title on sale for under $5 USD via the PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop, Xbox Store, and Steam. Mega Man 11 is also expanding its arsenal of language options. Brazilian Portuguese and Latin American Spanish speakers can look forward to new localizations in an update going live later tonight.
 
To learn more about Mega Man: Dual Override, visit the official website. For the latest updates and everlasting peace, follow the Mega Man social accounts on Instagram, X (Twitter), and Facebook.
 

More Capcom Announcements at The Game Awards 2025

At The Game Awards 2025, Capcom announced Leon S. Kennedy’s return in Resident Evil™ Requiem. The publisher also revealed PRAGMATA™ launches on April 24, 2026. The ceremony honored Resident Evil Requiem, Monster Hunter Wilds™, Capcom Fighting Collection™ 2, and the Devil May Cry™ Netflix series with award nominations. Popular rock band Evanescence provided a special live performance of their song “Afterlife” from the Devil May Cry Netflix series and revealed Season 2 premieres on May 12, 2026. Finally, stars from the cast of Capcom and Legendary Entertainment’s upcoming Street Fighter™ film, including Andrew Koji (Ryu), Noah Centineo (Ken), Callina Liang (Chun-Li), Cody Rhodes (Guile), and Jason Momoa (Blanka), took center stage to present an award and showcase a sneak peek of the movie.
 

ABOUT CAPCOM

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld, and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™, and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or news.capcomusa.com.
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Kepler Interactive and Frictional Games Releasing ONTOS This Year!

LONDON (Dec. 11, 2025) | Video games publisher and creative studio Kepler Interactive and Frictional Games, the independent developer known for SOMA, and the Penumbra and Amnesia series, have today revealed their newest project, ONTOS, a sci-fi mystery thriller coming to PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S next year. Featuring Golden Globe winner Stellan Skarsgård within its talented cast, ONTOS has been developed as a spiritual successor to the critically acclaimed SOMA by the talented Swedish development team, bringing their immersive gameplay systems and unrivalled storytelling and worldbuilding to the next level.


In ONTOS, players will become Aditi Amani, a resourceful engineer, as she explores the repurposed moon hotel Samsara in search of the truth around her estranged father. Samsara is a vast labyrinth built atop the ruins of a failed mining colony, and players will explore this open, interconnected environment in their quest for the truth. Every corner of Samsara tells a story, and every story has something hiding beneath the surface, waiting to be found... 

Players will scavenge for helpful items, manipulate intricate machinery and face intense tests of morality as they encounter horrific Experiments throughout Samsara. There is no ‘one solution’ to the obstacles players will encounter in ONTOS. Players will need to use their wits and ingenuity to reach the narrative’s mysterious conclusions and face the consequences of their choices. 

“After more than 10 years of development it is incredibly exciting to finally announce ONTOS. This is easily our most ambitious project yet in terms of scope, production values and sheer thematic ambitions,” says Thomas Grip, creative director and co-founder of Frictional Games. “Where SOMA tackled consciousness, ONTOS aims to do the same thing with the very nature of reality. A lofty goal - yes - and a risky one too. I feel we have managed to create something that does just that though - a game that lets you actively engage with the mysteries of existence headfirst. I am personally dying to see how players react to it.” 

Developed using their new, proprietary HPL4 engine, Frictional Game’s most thought-provoking work yet will release in collaboration with Kepler Interactive, the publisher behind a curated collection of culturally resonant, bold and timeless games including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Rematch, Sifu, Pacific Drive and Ultros. 

“Kepler is always drawn to teams like Frictional Games that share our passion for creativity and art that feels alive. ONTOS is bold, unsettling and beautifully weird. It’s the kind of project that captures the magic of true auteurs and Hollywood talent coming together to explore the strange and tell a story that could only exist in video games,” says Alexis Garavaryan, CEO of Kepler Interactive. 

ONTOS was previously teased back in September 2025 via an innovative and immersive ARG (Alternate Reality Game) made in collaboration with Kepler Interactive, ONTOS’ global publishing partner. Via a mysterious clue found in SOMA’s 10th anniversary update on PC, players could discover a series of social accounts, websites and strange messages that led them to uncover some early teases about ONTOS’ philosophical story themes and locations.  

Players can wishlist ONTOS now on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S ahead of its release in 2026. For more information, visit: www.ontosgame.com



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About Frictional Games

Frictional Games is a small independent game developer, known for horror themes and narrative experiences. They are the developers of the Penumbra series, the Amnesia series, SOMA, and publishers of Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs. ONTOS is their newest upcoming title, launching in 2026. 

About Kepler Interactive

Kepler Interactive is a video game company and creative studio headquartered in London. With games like Pacific Drive, Sifu, Rematch and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kepler curates its partnerships with developers worldwide to showcase some of the newest and most brilliant ideas in gaming that combine experimental game design with unique art direction. 

Alongside its game portfolio, Kepler’s creative studio seeks to bring games to life in areas such as art, fashion, music, architecture and design through development of lifestyle products and collaborations with artists like fashion designer Robyn Lynch. Kepler explores the creative spaces that inspire games and the people who make them - challenging perspectives and elevating the medium to a new level. 
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Face Your Inner Demons With a Sixgun This February in The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest

After all, it’s cheaper than therapy

LOS ANGELES  — January 13, 2026 — Newly revived video game publisher Acclaim and Swedish indie studio Elden Pixels are excited to announce that The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest is headed to the Nintendo Switch and Steam on February 10, 2026. 

Created by the team behind Alwa’s Legacy and A Void Hope, The Prisoning invites players to step into the fractured mind of Fletcher Howie Jr., a developer on the brink of a mental breakdown at the final stages of a massive project. During a post-crunch therapy session, Fletcher becomes trapped in his subconscious and is forced to confront his fears and anxieties in a comedic Metroidvania adventure. 



To celebrate today’s release date announcement, Acclaim has released a mind-melting new gameplay trailer. Watch as Fletcher navigates the hazard-filled recesses of his mental prison, goes toe-to-toe with towering bosses, and blasts his way through more emotional baggage than you can stuff into a ten-gallon hat in the footage below.

The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest Release Date Trailer


 
Steam Page

Developer Social Media:

Twitter/X | Facebook | Youtube

Publisher Social Media:

Twitter/X | TikTok | YouTube | FacebookDiscord

 

About The Prisoning: Fletcher’s Quest

After a visit to the psychologist that went horribly wrong, you’re trapped in the mind of a game developer on the brink of physical and emotional burnout during the last stages of an intense project. Experience a Metroidvania drenched in anxiety based on a very true story.

Help Fletcher Howie Jr. escape his mental prison and save the day!


About Elden Pixels

Elden Pixels was founded in 2016 when a group of friends got together and started making the game Alwa’s Awakening. What started just like a small side project eventually turned into a real studio when the game became successful. Now the goal is to create fun, creative and cool games with a focus on gameplay.

About Acclaim:

Originally founded in 1987, Acclaim established itself as a leading global developer, publisher, and mass marketer, bringing beloved franchises such as Mortal Kombat, Turok, and NBA Jam into homes worldwide. Today, Acclaim carries its legacy forward with an unwavering commitment to supporting talented indie developers and delivering high-quality, premium indie games to a global audience. Acclaim’s modern revival stands as a testament to the strength and enduring appeal of its iconic brand.

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Dynasty Warriors: Origins - Switch 2 Review

Dynasty Warriors: Origins by developer Omega Force and publisher Koei Tecmo AmericaNintendo Switch 2 review written by Pierre-Yves with a copy provided by the publisher. #DynastyWarriors

Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes. 

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Solasta II Launching into Early Access in March 2026!

PARIS (Dec. 11, 2025) | Revealed today during The Game Awards, the epic turn-based RPG based on tabletop RPG systems, Solasta II, will enter Early Access on March 12, 2026. Players must lead the four adopted Colwall siblings through the unknown lands of Neokos, as they collide with divine legacies and mortal ambitions, on their quest to discover the truth their mother took to her grave. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2975950/Solasta_II/


Bound by a covenant left unfinished by their late mother, the siblings find themselves drawn into an ancient conflict that threatens to consume their world and unravel their family. Alongside their elder siblings, Rickard and Deorcas, they must navigate loyalties strained by grief, faith tested by darkness; with each step forward revealing how thin the line truly is between devotion and damnation.

As players traverse the fractured land, they must forge uneasy alliances, challenge the very will of the gods and be forced to make impossible choices that strike too close to home. Power always comes at a price; the question is whether it’s one you’re willing to pay.

Alongside the expanded narrative, striking cinematic visuals and deep tactical gameplay systems, Solasta II introduces a distinguished cast of voice actors to bring its heroes and villains to life: 

  • Amelia Tyler (Baldur's Gate III, Hades II) as Shadwyn  
    • An ancient, unknowable force whose corruption spreads across the continent, threatening to plunge Neokos into darkness. 
  • Ben Starr (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Final Fantasy XVI) as Rickard Colwall  
    • The eldest of the Colwall siblings, a steadfast light in a darkening world, whose loyalty runs deeper than blood. 
  • Devora Wilde (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Baldur's Gate III) as Deorcas Colwall  
    • A formidable warrior whose grief has driven her to doubt her faith, leading her down a path of darkness.  
  • Ellen Thomas (Arcane) as Anabasia  
    • A charismatic and manipulative leader, whose silver tongue is as dangerous as any sword.  



Staying true to its tabletop roots, Solasta II perfects upon Tactical Adventures' signature combat design, implementing the 2024 SRD ruleset to deliver the definitive D&D experience to truly capture the spirit of sitting around the table with friends, dice in hand.  

All aspiring party members are invited to join the conversation and be part of helping shape the future of Solasta II in the official Discord


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About Tactical Adventures 

Tactical Adventures is an independent development studio based in Paris, France, founded in 2018 with a commitment to bringing the tabletop RPG experience to life on screen. Led by industry veterans and lifelong tabletop fans, the team focuses on crafting deeply narrative-driven games within the RPG genre, supporting tactical-minded combat situations.

Their passion for immersive storytelling led to the creation of Solasta: Crown of the Magister, a project initially brought to life through a successful Kickstarter campaign, followed by a community-rooted Early Access. Tactical Adventures is currently working on Solasta II, the highly anticipated sequel set to debut in Early Access for PC in 2026. 


About Kepler Interactive 

Kepler Interactive is a video game company and creative studio headquartered in London. With games like Pacific Drive, Sifu, Rematch and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kepler curates its partnerships with developers worldwide to showcase some of the newest and most brilliant ideas in gaming that combine experimental game design with unique art direction. 

Alongside its game portfolio, Kepler’s creative studio seeks to bring games to life in areas such as art, fashion, music, architecture and design through development of lifestyle products and collaborations with artists like fashion designer Robyn Lynch. Kepler explores the creative spaces that inspire games and the people who make them - challenging perspectives and elevating the medium to a new level. 
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Majogami – Coming to PlayStation 5

Paper craft character action comes to PlayStation 5 on May 28th


Chiba, Japan, January 15, 2026 — INTI CREATES has announced their 2D
action platformer Majogami will be coming to the PlayStation 5 platform. The
PlayStation 5 version launches on May 28th, 2026 alongside brand-new
challenging trials.

In Majogami, players take control of Shiroha, a young witch trapped in a
nightmarish paper craft world. Slash through enemies and the world itself at
breakneck speed to make it safely home with your father.

Watch the Majogami PlayStation 5 Trailer on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/-j3Rl762aT4

 

Steam (PC):
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3837380/The_Witch_of_Luludidea/
Nintendo Switch 2:
https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/majogami-switch-2/
Nintendo Switch:
https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/majogami-switch/

Majogami – Coming to PlayStation 5 on May 28th, 2026

In the PS5 version, 12 new Trials add even more replayability!

A new element of unavoidable flame damage adds pressure that will test the limits
of players' skills!

The best results can be uploaded to the leader boards for each Trial, so "cut through gods like paper" and carve your name into the worldwide rankings!

※What are Trials?


After proceeding through the main story, players can unlock Trial missions with
special rules by meeting special conditions.

※The 12 new trials are planned to be added to other available platforms in a free
update.


About Majogami

Majogami is a new, high-speed 2D action game designed and directed by
Yuji Natsume, the official illustrator for the Blaster Master Zero series.
Players control Shiroha, who must use her katana, "Kamikiri", to slice
through a bizarre paper craft world and the horrors she finds there.
Along her journey, Shiroha will collect cards imbued with her memories
called Recarte, and face off against the diverse Majogami, divine "Craft
Witches" who control the world.

These Majogami, with twisted hearts and powerful magic, stand in
Shiroha's way as she tries to escape their domain. She’ll need to use her
"Setsuna" ability, a fast-moving sword attack, to take out enemies without
missing a beat. In addition to her Setsuna attack, she can rely on Shiori's
defense sigils and the power of the guardians she meets, the Astrals, to
transform herself into new fighting forms.

  • Challenge over 35 action stages in the main story, with even more bonus stages unlockable!
  • Customize your gameplay with 20 magical charms to find, buy, and equip!
  • Experience a rich story with full Japanese voice acting, over 8 hours of dialog in total!
  • Take on 13 unique boss encounters with entrancingly dark designs!
  • Transform into 7 different fighting forms to change up the action and get the advantage in battle!


About INTI CREATES

Founded in 1996, INTI CREATES is an independent game developer
located in Chiba, Japan. They have long been known for their work on
Capcom’s Mega Man series, developing Mega Man 9, 10, and the Mega Man
Zero and ZX series. In 2014, they launched their flagship series with Azure
Striker Gunvolt on the Nintendo 3DS, and have only continued to release
more renowned action games since then, such as Gal*Gun Double Peace,
Blaster Master Zero, Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon, and Dragon Marked
for Death.


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John Carpenter's Toxic Commando Bring Chaos on March 12th!

LOS ANGELES – Dec. 11, 2025 | Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment are thrilled to announce that the ’80s action-horror-inspired co-op shooter John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando will infest PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on March 12, 2026. Both the game’s Standard and Blood Editions are available to pre-order now on all platforms and include the Leon’s Secret Stash DLC as a free pre-order bonus. The launch date was unveiled alongside a new blood-pumping release date trailer during The Game Awards 2025 ceremony.


NO BRAINS. NO BRAKES. NO FILTER.

In the near future, an experimental attempt to harness the power of the Earth’s core ends in a terrifying disaster, turning soil to sludge and the living to undead monsters. Leon Dorsey, the genius behind the experiment, had a plan to make things right: hire a team of highly trained mercenaries to get the job done. Unfortunately, they were all too expensive. That’s why he hired THE TOXIC COMMANDOS.

Tag team as a squad of up to four players, featuring full crossplay support across PC and consoles. Send the Sludge God and its horde of things-that-should-never-be back to the underworld as you drive across semi-open maps and tear through the wasteland. Find how your squad clicks, shooting swarms of enemies together and smashing them under the wheels of your favorite ride for that pure rush of satisfaction. Unload an array of gunfire, grenades, special abilities, and even freaking katanas. When mutated monstrosities swarm from every angle, teamwork isn't optional—it's survival.

Pre-order the Standard or Blood Edition and Get Free DLC

John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando will come in two editions—the Standard Edition and the Blood Edition, both available for pre-order now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Epic Games Store and Steam.

Pre-orders of any edition grant the Leon’s Secret Stash DLC for free.



On top of the base game, the Blood Edition includes the Bloody Pass, featuring:
  • Two post-launch DLCs including unique skins for characters, weapons, and vehicles to make sure you’re the most fashionable crew of the apocalypse 
  • A golden Cosmetic Pack for weapons featuring a weapon charm and character skins

Don’t let the undead get to you first. Grab your edition now!

Free updates will also be creeping up, adding new missions, enemies, weapons, and vehicles for all players. Stay alert even after launch. Zombies don't sleep.

John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando brings chaos on March 12, 2026. Pre-order it now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
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CODE VEIN II OVERVIEW TRAILER SHOWCASES NEW COMBAT GAMEPLAY AND ALL-NEW PARTNER SYSTEM


Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. today released the official overview trailer highlighting the exciting new game play systems coming in CODE VEIN™II. The trailer offers a deep dive on character creation tools, Revenant combat, and an expanded look into the different environments that players will discover on the frontier. Developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc., CODE VEIN II sends players on an epic narrative-driven journey where they wield time as a weapon, explore past and present versions of a collapsing world, and join forces with companions through the game’s dynamic Partner System. The title will launch on January 30, 2026, and is available now for pre-orders on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam®. An upcoming CODE VEIN II Character Creator demo is available for free on January 23, letting eager Revenants use the game’s deep customization to create characters they can transfer into the final game after purchase. For more information on this title, visit www.playcodevein.com


View the CODE VEIN II overview trailer at the following link: https://youtu.be/8MFT2Jo7CN0


 

The overview trailer spotlights key features that players will utilize to survive  the post-apocalyptic world in CODE VEIN II. Combat in the game has been expanded, introducing new depth and strategy through enhanced Drain Attacks, Formae, and the Partner System. Drain Attacks are offensive maneuvers used to extract Ichor, an essential resource that fuels the player’s most powerful abilities. Using this Ichor allows players to unleash powerful attacks called Formae, which includes Weapon Formae that modify attacks and grant buffs, Bequeathed Formae that summon unique weapons for devastating strikes, and Defensive Formae that offer critical blocks, counters, and evasive maneuvers. Jails are specialized artifacts worn on the player’s back and further shape combat by altering stats, modifying Drain Attacks, and providing tactical advantages based on the encounter. 


The trailer also highlights the Restorative Offering, a mechanic where partners can restore the fallen Revenant Hunter with recovered health, though a cooldown leaves them temporarily incapacitated and unable to assist in battle. Newly added to the weapon roster, CODE VEIN II features the Twin Blades and Rune Blades, joining returning favorites such as the Bayonet, Halberd, Hammer, and Greatsword. These weapon types are supported by the expanded Blood Code system, which allows players to shape their combat style by unlocking and swapping between different Revenant power sets as they progress. Boosters allow players to unlock new key attributes and activate traits tied to Blood Codes and equipment, enabling players to create specialized playstyles.



Ahead of launch, players can dive into the CODE VEIN II Character Creator Demo starting on January 23, 2026. Offering 64 save slots that transfer directly into the final game, the Character Creator Demo allows players to experience the game’s deep customization system for the game’s protagonist Revenant Hunter, where players can customize their characters to great detail with a vast array of settings for body type, hairstyle, facial expressions, accessories, makeup and more. Players can also visit the hot spring at the MagMell Institute to view their character in different lighting environments and use Photo Mode to capture and save their creations.


CODE VEIN II features a deep narrative where players and characters are bound by blood, fate, and destiny, set in a future where the last remnants of humanity and Revenants struggle against a world on the verge of collapse. The player’s journey will span across haunting, post-apocalyptic landscapes including the flooded ruins of the Sunken City, The Undead Forest, the Corroded Scar, the isolated MagMell Island, and more. As the story unfolds, players will encounter legendary heroes, Revenants whose destinies intertwine with the world’s survival. The game also features distinctive gameplay for an action RPG, where players use blood drained from enemies to unlock a variety of powerful skills, build strategy for combat with Blood codes, and use unique weapons and equipment called Jails to overcome challenging foes and epic bosses. 



For more information on this and other products from Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., please visit www.bandainamcoent.com. Join the conversation on X at https://www.x.com/BandaiNamcoUS, check us out live on Twitch at https://twitch.tv/bandainamcous, or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/BandaiNamcoUS.
 

Article by: Susan N.


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The Flame-wielding Metroidvania 'Nocturnal 2' Releases its Demo this January 27 on Steam


Lausanne, Switzerland - January 7 2026
- Indie game developer Sunnyside Games is happy to announce the arrival of the demo of its upcoming flame-wielding metroidvania Nocturnal 2 this January 27 on Steam. With over one hour of gameplay, the demo will allow players to explore an early section of the game, unlock abilities, experience the combat system, and discover elements of the lore. It has been carefully adapted to avoid major lore or structure spoilers from the full release, which is planned to launch later this year on Nintendo Switch and Steam.


Nocturnal 2 is an atmospheric Metroidvania in which you play as Ardeshir, bearer of the Enduring Flame, who sets out to explore the dark depths and towering heights of the forgotten city of Ytash in order to break the curse that has consumed his homeland

Check the Nocturnal 2 | Demo Announcement Trailer:

https://youtu.be/m3A42DjwfzY

Main Features


■ Explore an interconnected city plunged into obscurity and unlock new routes as you return with fresh abilities.

■ Immerse yourself in an atmospheric hand drawn game inspired by Persian architecture.

■ Control a fast, flexible character built for smooth, expressive movement and combat.

■ Uncover secret endings that expand the island’s mysteries.

■ Enjoy a minimalist experience, shaped by its atmosphere and the sense of discovery.


Check us out!


Studio website: www.sunnysidegames.ch 

X/Twitter: https://x.com/SunnysideGames

Steam page:

store.steampowered.com/app/2847780/YTASH__A_Nocturnal_Poem


ABOUT SUNNYSIDE GAMES

We're a team passionate about 2D animation and video games. We've been developing games since 2013, with recent releases including Nocturnal (available on all platforms) and the Apple Arcade line-up title Towaga: Among Shadows.



Article by: Susan N.



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Nurture a National Defense Hamster in Tower Defender MOCHI-O on PC Jan 19th, 2026


TOKYO — Jan. 6, 2026MOCHI-O, the adorable apocalyptic tower defense shooter adventure developed by Zxima and published by Kodansha Creators’ Lab, repels an enemy invasion on Mon, Jan. 19th, 2026 on PC via Steam.


Meet MOCHI-O, the world’s cutest doomsday defense system! Foster fur-ocious firepower, raising a weapon of mass destruction that gains combat prowess through positive affirmations, cuddles, and a steady diet of seeds. Unravel a warm story filled with good-humored banter, keeping things light in a post-apocalyptic world.



Unleash destructive havoc against incoming threats to save the nation from collapse. Grab the tiny hamster, point it towards approaching enemies, and watch MOCHI-O obliterate approaching enemy ships with its ever-evolving abilities in tower defense-style combat. 


Outfit MOCHI-O with various weapons and abilities, and feast on bundles of seeds dropped by defeated foes to gain XP. Collect enough seeds to level up MOCHI-O’s base attributes, like firing rate, crit chance, attack range, and cooldown reductions to create a custom playstyle.



As the caretaker’s bond with MOCHI-O increases, so does its firepower! Outside of battle, encourage MOCHI-O with pets, feeding, and decorate its room to create an ideal environment for bonding to unlock upgrades and new weapons. 


“MOCHI-O’s a comedic, lighthearted take on the end of the world with a ‘gentle doomsday’ aesthetic, but its cuteness is matched by its gameplay depth,” says developer Zximia. “The nurturing system leads to many different metas and playstyles, with plenty of content for newcomers to the genre as well as for tower defense aficionados.”



MOCHI-O will arrive on PC via Steam on Mon, Jan. 19th, 2026 with language support in English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. For more information, follow Jii-ma on X / Twitter.


Streaming Trailer


About Zxima

An independent game developer since 2017, Zxima has released 10 titles, including Parasite Days and Post Apocalypse Bakery. Known for distinctive game systems and surreal worldbuilding born from a unique sensibility, Zxima’s works are often set in a “gentle doomsday world.” Catastrophe Restaurant was recognized as a Top 3 title at the Google Play Indie Games Festival 2022.



About Kodansha Game Creator’s Lab

Established in 2021, Kodansha Game Creator’s Lab is the fourth department of the prestigious entertainment publishing company Kodansha Ltd., founded in 1909. Its motto is “Everything for the creator,” reflecting the company's goal to support young talents and introduce indie creators to the wider public.



Article by: Susan N.



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