It Takes Two Headed to Nintendo Switch 2 on October 15th!

REDWOOD CITY, Calif. – SEPT. 9 | Electronic Arts Inc. and Hazelight Studios, in partnership with Turn Me Up Games, announced today during the Nintendo Direct, It Takes Two, winner of over 90 awards including The Game Awards and DICE’s Game of the Year, will launch on the Nintendo SwitchTM 2 on October 15***. The Nintendo Switch 2 version introduces a new way for players to enjoy the game together, regardless of platform or if they own the game, with the free Friend’s Pass. Additionally, players who already own the game on the Nintendo Switch will be able to update to the Nintendo Switch 2 version for free****.

On It Takes Two for Nintendo Switch 2, players can enjoy higher resolution, improved frame rates, and richer visual effects for a smoother, more immersive experience - while playing with friends across platforms. With the free Friend’s Pass, players can invite whoever to join the adventure for free, even if they don’t own the game. Players will be able to adventure together across platforms (Nintendo Switch 2, PC, Xbox One, Series X|S and PlayStation(R) 4/5), or use GameShare to connect with Nintendo Switch players. 

“We are very happy to finally bring It Takes Two to even more players on Nintendo Switch 2. Everyone who owns the game on Nintendo Switch can upgrade for free! Our partners at Turn Me Up Games have done a great job optimizing the game." - Team Hazelight.

The critically-acclaimed title lets players step into the shoes of Cody and May, two humans trapped after a magic spell turns them into dolls, all while encountering ridiculous challenges around every corner. The unpredictable nature of each level will bring players through a uniquely metaphorical gameplay experience that tells a universal story of relationships, as Cody and May must work together to save their fractured marriage on the brink of divorce. 

It Takes Two will be available on the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 15 for $39.99 STD and is currently available in digital storefronts for Nintendo Switch, Switch Lite, Switch OLED, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Origin, EA App and Steam) for $39.99 STD. 

*Excluding Nintendo Switch 1

**Friend's Pass requires installation of the Friend's Pass Free Trial and applicable platform account. Online play requires a friend on a supported platform. One user must own the full game in order for the co-op player to play the full game. 

***Based on time zone differences across regions, It Takes Two will be coming to the Nintendo Switch 2TM on October 15, 2026 for the majority of regions, or October 16, 2026 for Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and South Korea. 

****Small price for JPN due to legal restrictions 

*****Internet, Nintendo Account, and access to Nintendo eShop required. Offer not available in Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. To redeem this offer, you must own It Takes Two on Nintendo Switch on the same Nintendo Account and either access the Nintendo eShop or log into the game and access the offer from the in-game screen on Nintendo Switch 2. Offers may vary or change. See retailer site for details. 

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About Hazelight Studios

Hazelight was founded in 2014 by the acclaimed Swedish film director Josef Fares. After the success of his first game Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, Josef brought the core team behind it into his new studio Hazelight and set out to explore new ways of telling stories through co-operative play.

Since then, Hazelight has released A Way Out in 2018, the first co-op-only, split-screen action-adventure of its kind. It was followed up by It Takes Two in 2021, which went on to become the global Game of the Year winner. The third and most ambitious game yet is Split Fiction, released in 2025. 

About Turn Me Up Games

Founded in 2011, Turn Me Up Games is an independent game developer specializing in platform support, porting, co-development, performance, and optimization across PC, console, mobile, and emerging platforms. With offices in Los Angeles and Italy, Turn Me Up partners with developers and publishers around the world to steward their ambitious games to platforms they were never intended, empowering teams to create compelling games while ensuring they run and play beautifully, even on a toaster.

Throughout more than 20 shipped AAA titles, Turn Me Up has received 3 Apple AppStore Editor's Choice Awards, and co-developed 3 BAFTA Award Winners, 2 Emmy Nominated VR Experiences, 1 Sports Game of the Year, 2 Game of the Year Nominees, and 1 Game of the Year, in addition to working with world class IPs from industry-leading entertainment and gaming companies including Disney, Warner Bros., Paramount, Take-Two Interactive, Electronic Arts, and more.

After nearly two decades Turn Me Up’s mission statement remains constant—deliver experiences that resonate long after the controller has been put down, to audiences that deserve to have their expectations exceeded.

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Palia Getting Echo Expeditions and Headed to Nintendo Switch 2 This Holiday Season!

This holiday season, we’re launching a brand-new feature called Echo Expeditions. What is an Echo Expedition? Watch the Palia Path mini video to find out (linked below). In case you can’t watch right now, we’ll summarize Echo Expeditions below:

Welcome to Echo Expeditions

Echo Expeditions brings you our own brand of wholesome dungeon crawling while opening up new ways to progress, adventure, and team-up with friends.

The feature brings replayable Expeditions where Palians can delve through multitudes of levels, tackle fantastical challenges, cleanse mysterious Echo manifestations, and grow stronger along the way.

You can venture solo or party-up with friends in an experience designed to feel approachable whether you’re new to gaming or a longtime action fan.

You can expect:

• A distinctly Palia cozy dungeon crawlin’ experience.
• Solo or cooperative lite-action gameplay designed to be approachable yet rewarding to master over time.
• Deep progression that gives you new goals and opportunities to grow across your Expeditions.
• Fantastical encounters where you cleanse Echo manifestations grounded in Palia’s familiar world and tone.
• A multiplayer experience with zero PvP, focused purely on cooperation.
• Unique shared benefits and rewards for completing Expeditions.
• Similar to other skills, the feature is mostly optional, giving you another way to enjoy Palia without replacing the activities you already love.
• Palia has always been about making memories together, and Echo Expeditions gives you another reason to bring your best Palian pals, or some brand-new ones, along for the adventure.
• For longtime players, Echo Expeditions offers a new multiplayer mode to tackle between tending crops, hunting Plushes, and exploring. But the feature can also introduce friends to the game who might be especially excited by progression, dungeon crawling, and approachable lite-action gameplay.
• Similar to Ranching, housing customization, and the many other ways to spend your time in Palia, Echo Expeditions is another step in fulfilling our goal to build a world where we can offer a feature for every kind of Palian.

Manifesting the Echo

While Echo Expeditions is a major new addition on its own, the feature has been a part of our plans since early in Palia’s development, and will begin opening up some long-awaited gameplay threads that extend beyond the content itself.

Echo Expeditions is just another gameplay addition furthering our goal to continue growing and evolving Palia.

As we expand the game world, we want to continue creating new experiences that sit comfortably alongside everything players already love about Palia. We want to intentionally broaden the variety of adventures you can have while preserving the welcoming, charming, and social heart of the game.

See You This Holiday

Echo Expeditions launches this holiday season at the same time on all available platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Whether you’re a veteran Palian ready for your next adventure, or a new player thinking about calling Palia home, we can’t wait to see you in-game.

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Grab Fifteen Percent off Ground Zero Hero on Steam Until September 3rd!

LOS ANGELES, August 20, 2026 | Developer Rowand Edmondson and publisher Acclaim, Inc. today released Ground Zero Hero, a chaotic roguelike horde survival game with wild mutations and an eye-catching art style inspired by The Simpsons and Rick & Morty, on Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam. 

Early adopters of this irradiated adventure will receive a 10% launch discount on consoles until August 27, while those who purchase Ground Zero Hero on Steam will save 15% through September 3rd, 2026.

In addition to oozing onto modern consoles and PC, Ground Zero Hero can be streamed today on Antstream Arcade and is available to purchase on the Polycade lineup of modular at-home and commercial arcade cabinets.

"I've spent three years doing everything from code to art to music, trying to make the best cheeseburger I possibly could,” said Ground Zero Hero creator Rowan Edmondson. “This isn't about winning a Michelin star; it's about cramming as much dopamine into some silly fun as I possibly could. If you like a little weird with your weird, then this is for you."

“Ground Zero Hero is weird, loud, radioactive, and absolutely refuses to behave,” said Marc Anthony Rodriguez, Director of Publishing & Strategic Partnerships, Acclaim. “It’s the kind of game that reminds you why games are supposed to be fun in the first place. That’s Acclaim territory.” 

Featuring a vibrant hand-drawn art style inspired by The Simpsons and Rick & Morty, Ground Zero Hero invites players to channel their inner freak and explore a post-apocalyptic wasteland as they face off against massive hordes of marauding mutants. Pummel piñatas, crunch candy, and absorb the irradiated guts of monsters to unlock new mutations and become the ultimate mutant.

To celebrate Ground Zero Hero bursting out of the confines of the leaky 50-gallon drum that’s contained it since its announcement last year, Acclaim has released an all-new launch trailer. Watch as the game’s post-apocalyptic protagonist Radboy scours the wasteland in search of succulent candy, harvests the glowing guts of his enemies to enhance his repertoire of radioactive abilities, and confronts more marauding mutants than you can shake a Geiger counter at. 

Players eager to get their freaky little tentacles on Ground Zero Hero before dipping their toes in the wasteland by trying the demo on Steam today. PlayStation Plus Premium subscribers can also get their freak on with a limited one-hour trial of the game.

Key Features:

• UNLOCK an ever-growing list of powerful mutations and permanent upgrades
• DISCOVER devastating combinations to craft your ultimate mutant
• EXPLORE multiple wastelands, each with its own unique interactive elements
• BATTLE to a dynamic soundtrack that changes with gameplay
• SURVIVE the apocalypse by destroying piñatas for that sweet, sweet candy
• GIVE BIRTH to a man in a chicken suit

Store Links:

• Purchase Ground Zero Hero on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2570580/Ground_Zero_Hero/
• Purchase Ground Zero Hero on XBOX Play Anywhere: https://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/store/ground-zero-hero/9nqcb8mgt9qd
• Purchase Ground Zero Hero on PlayStation 5: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10019613
• Purchase Ground Zero Hero on Switch 2 NOA: http://nintendo.com/us/store/products/ground-zero-hero-switch-2
• Play Ground Zero Hero on Antstream: https://www.antstream.com/acclaim/ground-zero-hero 
• Purchase Ground Zero Hero on Switch 2 NOE: https://www.nintendo.com/en-gb/Games/Nintendo-Switch-2-games/Ground-Zero-Hero-3152617.html

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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Ground Zero Hero Launches August 20th with Special Discount!

LOS ANGELES, August 6, 2026 | Mark your calendars, mutants: Ground Zero Hero, the horde survival action roguelike from Acclaim, Inc. and Australian solo developer Rowan Edmondson, launches on Xbox Series X|S, Steam, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5 on August 20th. The game will be available at a 10% launch discount on consoles until August 27, while those who purchase Ground Zero Hero on Steam will save 15% through September 3rd, 2026.

Featuring a vibrant hand-drawn art style inspired by The Simpsons and Rick & Morty, Ground Zero Hero invites players to channel their inner freak and explore a post-apocalyptic wasteland as they face off against massive hordes of marauding mutants. Pummel piñatas, crunch candy, and absorb the irradiated guts of monsters to unlock new mutations and become the ultimate mutant.

"After 3 years of working 7 days a week doing literally everything myself on this game from code to animation to music (marketing not so much) - it's almost hard to believe it's finished and we have a release date,” said the game’s creator, Rowan Edmondson.  “I'm excited to see it go out in the world and hopefully make it that little bit weirder."

"Working with Rowan on Ground Zero Hero has been a reminder of why independent games continue to push this entire industry forward. He took a wild idea, committed to it completely, and built an experience that's equal parts fun, hilarious, challenging, and genuinely addictive," added Marc Anthony Rodriguez, Director of Publishing & Strategic Partnerships at Acclaim, Inc. "We're proud to help bring Rowan's vision to players around the world. August 20th is just the beginning, a new summer arcade straight-to-the-fun game; we can't wait to see players discover the absurdity, experimentation, and pure chaos that make Ground Zero Hero such a unique experience." 

To celebrate the announcement, Acclaim has released an all-new gameplay trailer, showcasing even more unhinged mutations to master, fabulous freaks to annihilate, and vast radioactive wastelands to explore when the game launches on consoles and Steam next month.

Links

• Wishlist Ground Zero Hero on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2570580/Ground_Zero_Hero/
• Wishlist Ground Zero Hero on XBOX Play Anywhere: https://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/store/ground-zero-hero/9nqcb8mgt9qd
• Wishlist Ground Zero Hero on PlayStation 5: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10019613
• Wishlist & Pre-Order Ground Zero Hero on Switch 2 NOA: http://nintendo.com/us/store/products/ground-zero-hero-switch-2
• Wishlist & Pre-Order Ground Zero Hero on Switch 2 NOE: https://www.nintendo.com/en-gb/Games/Nintendo-Switch-2-games/Ground-Zero-Hero-3152617.html

If you’re craving over-the-top mutations and more radioactive mayhem than you can cram into a leaky 50-gallon drum, you won't have to wait much longer to get your hands (or tentacles) on the game. But if the temptation to crunch candy and take names is too overwhelming, you can download the demo on Steam today. 

Key Features:

• UNLOCK an ever-growing list of powerful mutations and permanent upgrades
• DISCOVER devastating combinations to craft your ultimate mutant
• EXPLORE multiple wastelands, each with its own unique interactive elements
• BATTLE to a dynamic soundtrack that changes with gameplay
• SURVIVE the apocalypse by destroying piñatas for that sweet, sweet candy
• GIVE BIRTH to a man in a chicken suit

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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Constance by Blue Backpack Gets a Nintendo Switch 2 Release

Cologne/Berlin, Germany - June 9th, 2026 | Blue Backpack and co-publishing partners ByteRockers’ Games and PARCO GAMES are pleased to announce that their critically acclaimed 2D hand-drawn metroidvania, Constance, is coming to Nintendo Switch 2. Players that own the game on Nintendo Switch will receive an upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 version for free.

The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Constance will feature an improved performance mode running up to 120 FPS, an improved quality mode running at 1440p resolution, new and improved audio and integrated achievements.

 

Constance has been hailed as among the best in the genre and won comparisons to the likes of Hollow Knight and Celeste. You can transform into paint to dive into the ground and walls, slice through the air and enemies, and utilize an array of unique brush techniques to experience a constant state of flow. Become stronger by unlocking new brush techniques, defeating threatening foes, overcoming platforming challenges, and solving complex puzzles to advance your progress as you uncover Constance’s past! Help her understand her personal struggles, unlock her creativity, and find her inner purpose. 

Explore 6 unique biomes in Constance’s inner-world, with each region featuring its unique set of enemies and characters representing different aspects of her psyche and personal history. Uncover countless secrets, multiple paths, deadly boss battles, characters, side quests and collectibles in this nonlinear interconnected inner-world.

What critics are saying…

“...a true work of art” - 9/10, DailyNintendo

“...among the best the metroidvania genre has to offer” - 9/10, 4P.de

“...a game that stays with you” - 90/100, Hobby Consolas

“...an easy recommendation ” - 8/10, Nintendo Life

Blue Backpack

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_blue_backpack
• X/Twitter: https://x.com/_blue_backpack
• Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/bluebackpack.bsky.social
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bluebackpackgames

About Blue Backpack

Blue Backpack is an independent developer and publisher for narrative driven games. Based in Berlin and Cologne, Blue Backpack is currently working on two games: Constance and The Berlin Apartment.

About ByteRockers’ Games

Berlin-based development studio and publisher of indie games that loves to rock n' roll. Currently working on the code-based bullet hell Net.Attack() and a space-themed mining simulator named Exovia, the company has a long track record of releasing quality games since 2018. As publishing partner and proud resident of the German games capital, supporting small teams with fresh ideas has become the signature of ByteRockers' Games, who make a point to show face at local events of all sizes and even take on the role as industry advocate with the politicians and media in town.

About PARCO GAMES 

PARCO Co., Ltd. has launched a new business venture to apply its unique discernment and creativity cultivated in the fields of fashion, entertainment, and art to the gaming industry. The company has made a full-scale entry into the game publishing business and established a new label, “PARCO GAMES.” 'PARCO GAMES' serves as the umbrella brand for PARCO's game-related businesses, incorporating the newly added publishing division. Through events, collaborations, and in-store promotions at PARCO retail locations, the company aims to comprehensively and globally advance its game business.

• Website: https://en.games.parco.jp/
• Website The Berlin Apartment:  https://en.games.parco.jp/page/theberlinapartment/
• Website Constance: https://en.games.parco.jp/page/constance/

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Nintendo Switch 2 Launching Runescape Dragonwilds in September!

Tuesday, 9th June 2026, Cambridge, UK | Jagex: The RuneScape Company, announced during today’s Nintendo Direct showcase that their survival-crafting co-op game, RuneScape: Dragonwilds, will launch on Nintendo SwitchTM  2 on 15th September, 2026.

The game, which has sold over a million copies during its current Steam Early Access period, welcomes Nintendo players into the world of RuneScape for the very first time.  Alone or in teams of up to four, players will explore the untamed, and fractured land marred by wild magic and terrifying dragons, build shelters, craft weapons, and carve their way through epic questlines and unforgettable encounters.  

“RuneScape: Dragonwilds was built around player freedom allowing them to explore, grind skills, craft, and create unforgettable adventures together,” said Jesse America, Executive Producer of RuneScape: Dragonwilds. “Nintendo Switch 2 gives players a whole new way to experience the continent of Ashenfall, whether they’re jumping into co-op sessions with friends or continuing their journey on the move. We’re excited to bring the full Dragonwilds experience to Nintendo players this September.”

RuneScape: Dragonwilds is an open-world crafting and survival game that sends solo players or teams of up-to-four across Ashenfall, a previously unexplored continent in Gielinor, to uncover the source of a wild, transformative magic spreading across the fractured land. Harnessing the anima-rich landscape, players can wield powerful spells in combat and use magic to gather resources, craft gear and shelters, and aid their journey. Facing fierce dragons at every turn, players must level up skills, brew potions, and forge equipment as they battle their way toward the Dragon Queen herself.

Key Features:

• RuneScape at its core!: Embark on quests, level skills while exploring a beautiful, hand-crafted world. This all-new adventure blends high-fantasy and iconic RuneScape lore on an undiscovered continent. Battle legendary RuneScape creatures like Zogres, challenge Black Knights and the entirely new and fearsome Garou, all set to a sweeping soundtrack of reorchestrated RuneScape classics and hours of brand-new music.
• Grind Skills, Slay Dragons: Locate them, throw down the gauntlet, and carve a path to the Dragon Queen herself. Follow the trail of destruction and uncover the mysteries of the continent to learn not just how to confront the dragons, but how to overcome them. 
• Survival Through Sorcery: Summon a spectral axe to fell trees in an instant! Blink away from danger in a cloud of magic. Turn bones into... peaches? The Anima-rich landscape of Ashenfall offers a power unlike any other. Conjure a tornado of fish from a lake! Explode ore veins with a snap of your fingers! Journey through the vibrant regions of Ashenfall, discover why wild magic spills from the fractured lands and harness that power to survive!
• Community Driven, Player Centric: Like all RuneScape games, community is at the heart of RuneScape: Dragonwilds. Whether players are adventuring with friends or going it alone, every opinion matters, and it's up to the community to help shape the future of our game.

RuneScape: Dragonwilds is currently available on Steam Early Access, and will launch its 1.0 version for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store on 15th September, 2026, alongside its release on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5 (and on PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium tiers for subscribers), and Xbox Series consoles.

For more information about RuneScape: Dragonwilds, visit the official website.

About Jagex

Headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, Jagex: The RuneScape Company, is a leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower communities across PC and mobile. Our MMORPG franchise, RuneScape, is played around the world and has welcomed over 300 million player accounts.

As RuneScape enters its 25th year in 2026, we are accelerating our strategy to expand RuneScape into a broader ecosystem of forever games and connected experiences, grounded in a renewed commitment to integrity and fair play. This includes the reduction of monetisation mechanics, as well as the launch of RuneScape: Dragonwilds into Steam Early Access in 2025, representing a major step in building a multi-genre future for the RuneScape universe. Jagex: The RuneScape Company remains focused on building enduring worlds, empowering player-led innovation, and laying the foundations for the boldest era in RuneScape’s history.

For more information, visit www.jagex.com. 

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Management Simulation Game BioEden Releasing on Steam and Consoles in September

LOS ANGELES – June 6, 2026 | Today Focus Entertainment and Broken Arms Games are delighted to unveil BioEden, a cozy solarpunk management game coming Sept. 3, 2026, to Steam, and later to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch 2. Revealed in a stirring gameplay trailer at the Future Games Show, BioEden will transport you to a wounded planet in need of aid. Take your first restorative steps, rescue extinct animals, and begin transforming the world into a thriving sanctuary in the free BioEden demo, available now on Steam!

Turn wastelands into warm edens with mindful management

BioEden is a cozy management game where you'll build a self-sustaining network of structures, all working in harmony to bring extinct animals back to life. As a Keeper, you've been entrusted by the Cosmic Collective to bring life back to a distressed planet. Use patience, care, and a little ingenuity to restore the planet, one balanced ecosystem at a time.

From managing power grids and water networks to purifying lakes and recycling old structures, every decision you make inches the planet closer to life. As your domes connect and your ecological economy grows, you'll craft the perfect biomes to welcome dozens of wonderful animal species back into the world.

Start breathing life back into a barren world with the new Steam demo

The new BioEden demo gives you full access to the tutorial and a taste of the naturally relaxing journey that awaits in the full game. Take your first steps on a barren planet and learn the core mechanics: resource and space management, exploration, casual building and animal caretaking.

BioEden releases on Sept. 3, 2026, on Steam and later on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S & Nintendo Switch 2. Wishlist on all platforms, pre-order on Steam for $21.99 with a 10% bonus discount until launch, and play the demo now!

About Broken Arms Games

Broken Arms Games is an independent studio founded in 2017 and based in Italy. Led by Elisa Farinetti and Yves Hohler, the team is focused on accessible yet deep management and simulation experiences for PC, mobile and console. Broken Arms is best known for Hundred Days – Winemaking Simulator and for the recently released Under Par Golf Architect.

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3D Action Platformer Set in Clockpunk World Releasing in August!

LONDON (June 6, 2026) | Fireshine Games (Far Far West, Denshattack!) and Weird Beluga (Clid the Snail) are proud to announce Duskfade, the 3D action-platformer set in a clockpunk world full of magic and adventure, will launch Aug. 13. Today it’s also confirmed that Duskfade will release on Nintendo Switch 2 alongside its previously announced launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Duskfade’s love letter to the golden age of platformers and heartfelt story is suited to strike a chord with fans of all ages. 

Set your clocks and prepare for perilous platforming action while checking out the brand new demo now on Steam, also available for the first time on PlayStation 5:

• Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2542020/Duskfade/
• PlayStation Store: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10014600 

After the world has been plunged into an eternal night and his sister trapped in the mysterious Clock Tower at the heart of this mysterious darkness, Duskfade’s leading hero, Zirian, must explore the corrupted lands to uncover the ancient secrets of the Master Clockmakers, in hopes of finding a way to free her from the clutches of Despair. From ethereal forests and underwater realms, to the sunscorched dunes and lands above the clouds, there’s always a new vista begging to be explored.

Joined by his mechanical companion Cuckoo, Zirian will learn to slash, grind, jump and grapple through breathtaking environments that call back to the classic platformers of the past. Each stage provides unique challenges that blend precision platforming and action combat, as well as rewarding exploration that encourages uncovering hidden secrets off the beaten path.

Duskfade’s coming-of-age journey is layered with emotional depth and heart in every detail. Each enemy and challenge Zirian will face represents a deeper emotional hurdle our hero must overcome to complete his high-stakes quest to save his loved ones and the world.

For the latest info, follow Duskfade on X and YouTube, join the community on Discord and visit the Fireshine Games Website.

About Weird Beluga

Weird Beluga is a small independent team dedicated to creating unforgettable gaming experiences. Their debut title, Clid the Snail, won Best Game of the Year and Best Art at PlayStation Talents in 2019 and was released on PC and PlayStation in 2021 in partnership with Koch Media.

Their latest project, Duskfade, is an action-platformer that blends nostalgia with innovation. Weird Beluga continues to push boundaries with creative storytelling and immersive gameplay.

About Fireshine Games

Fireshine Games is a global publisher of digital and physical video games based in London, England, with a focus on finding fun and bringing innovative indie gems to players around the world. Originally established in 2014, Fireshine Games has built a portfolio of digital titles and indie sensations, including award-winning titles Core Keeper and Shadows of Doubt, while partnering with studio giants to bring digital hits to physical release, including Lies of P from Neowiz, Balatro from Playstack, and Planet Zoo: Console Edition from Frontier Developments. Fireshine Games is part of the EG7 group of companies. For more information on Fireshine Games and its titles, visit the official website at fireshinegames.co.uk.

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Iron Gate and Coffee Stain Publishing Announce Valheim 1.0 on Sept 9th

SKÖVDE, Sweden – June 7th, 2026 | Developer Iron Gate and publisher Coffee Stain Publishing are excited to announce that their acclaimed Viking survival game Valheim will be releasing into 1.0 on September 9th on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series XIS, Nintendo Switch 2, Linux, and Mac. Announced during the PC Gaming Show earlier today, Valheim will conclude its Early Access journey with its biggest update yet: the arrival of Deep North, a frigid land encased in ice and mystery.

Deep North: Glacial Peaks & Frozen Tundras

Deep North is Valheim’s final biome wrought with ancient evils and lurking threats. What at first seems like a picturesque postcard is bound to quickly turn into a struggle to survive as the land awakens to banish any invaders trying to set foot on its icy shores.

When players first arrive in the Deep North, they are likely to be greeted by an impenetrable snowstorm that, once it clears out, reveals snowy mesas and fields frozen in eternal stillness. As they carefully begin to explore, they will discover vast but abandoned villages, quickly realising that they aren’t the first vikings to set foot here.

The northernmost biome is home to some of the most ancient threats players will find in the game. When the trolls of Valheim grow too old, they migrate to the Deep North to become one with the land and transform into Gammeltrolls, primordial giants that serve as the guardians of the north.

While the surface might seem desolate, the underground of the Deep North teems with life. Vikings who have previously set foot here have been attacked and defeated by the malicious Elakingar, who dig tunnels deep into the ground. Adventurers should tread carefully however, for these sinister devils are at times accompanied by something far more terrifying.

Across Realms and Platforms

With the official release of Valheim into 1.0, the game will be coming out on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 as well, on top of already being available on PC, Linux, Mac, Xbox One and Xbox Series XIS. Valheim will feature full crossplay between platforms, allowing players from all corners of the world to experience the tenth norse realm however and with whomever they’d like.

“When we set out on this journey back in 2021, we could hardly imagine the amount of players that would dive in, and the size of the community that would form around the game.” says Robin Eyre, Creative Director at Iron Gate. “Approaching 1.0 feels equal parts exciting and anxious as we’ve worked hard to make Deep North a worthy conclusion to the Valheim journey!”

Valheim is set to release globally into 1.0 on September 9th 2026. You can find the Deep North press kit here, and you can follow Valheim on Bluesky, Instagram and Discord for more information and updates

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Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance Expansion Coming in 2027 with New Apex Monsters!

June 6th, 2026 | Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance™ director Takuro Hiraoka and producer Ryozo Tsujimoto shared details about the massive expansion after its surprise reveal during the Summer Game Fest 2026 live showcase. The video also included the announcement that Monster Hunter Wilds™ is now in development for Nintendo Switch™ 2.

More information regarding the release of Monster Hunter Wilds on Nintendo Switch 2 will be shared in the future. The base version of the action RPG is available now on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and is currently on sale for as low as $29.39.

During the developers’ video, director Takuro Hiraoka and producer Ryozo Tsujimoto took a deeper dive into elements shown in the Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance announce trailer that debuted earlier today, including:

• New Locale – The expansion introduces the Skybound Eyrie, where floating ruin-adorned islands are suspended above the Forbidden Lands. The new terrain provides fun ways to travel atop Seikret mounts, gliding between the floating isles.
• Boost Bracer – Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance adds new actions for each of the 14 weapon types via the Boost Bracer. This fresh piece of equipment in hunters’ arsenals introduces exhilarating new attacks, combos, and mobility options to give hunters more versatile options while tackling tougher challenges.
• Master Rank – The expansion will feature a wealth of content for newcomers and veterans alike, with even more profound challenges awaiting hunters as they seek to unravel the mystery surrounding the sudden appearance of Elder Dragons in the Forbidden Lands. The story for Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance can be accessed after hunters complete the 7★ Quest “Awaking from a Dream.”
• New Monsters – The trailer showcased a new monster pack displaying devastating aerial coordination and gave a glimpse of returning fan-favorite Elder Dragons including  Kushala Daora. Please stay tuned for more information on the new challenges that await in Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance.

Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance is planned for release in 2027.

The appearance of Elder Dragons in the reveal trailer inspired the developers to reflect on their portrayal in the recently released Monster Hunter Stories™ 3: Twisted Reflection. The highly acclaimed turn-based RPG is out now on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. A free Trial Version with save data transfer is available on all platforms.

Happy Hunting!

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Nightdive Studios Announces Thief: The Dark Project Remastered for Winter Release!

Vancouver, WA (June 7, 2026) | Nightdive Studios, Eidos-Montréal and Atari today announced Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, a modern revival of the groundbreaking 1998 classic from Looking Glass Studios that helped define the stealth genre. Remastered with Nightdive’s KEX Engine, the release includes Thief: The Dark Project and the additional missions, content and updates from the 1999 Thief Gold re-release. Coming this Winter, the game will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Play Anywhere, Nintendo Switch 2, Steam, Epic Games Store and GOG, in addition to PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch.

 

Considered an early foundation of “pure stealth” gameplay, Thief stood out in an era dominated by combat-heavy first-person games. Instead of open confrontation, it rewards a slower, more deliberate approach – using light and sound to stay hidden or misdirect enemies, and when required, ferocious moments of violence that stay hidden in the shadows. Described by its developers as a “first-person sneaker,” the title is widely regarded as the pioneering 3D stealth experience or “immersive sim.”

“Thief didn’t just introduce stealth mechanics, it defined them,” said Stephen Kick, CEO at Nightdive Studios. “With this remaster, we’ve preserved the tension and intelligence of the original while enhancing it for modern players, ensuring that its legacy continues to influence how stealth games are played today."

Thief notably emphasizes player agency over scripted scenarios, giving players the freedom to navigate the world and tackle challenges in their own way, using the tools available to them to stay hidden. The NPCs in Thief are also responsive to the environment: instead of following routines, they interact with visual and auditory cues, react and investigate, and communicate with each other.

“Few games have had an impact as enduring as Thief,” said Patrice Baig, General Manager at Eidos-Montréal. “It set a standard for immersion and atmospheric storytelling that still resonates today. This remaster ensures a new generation can experience what made it so influential, and we’re proud to see it treated with such care.”

In Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, players once again step into the boots of Garrett, an orphan rescued from the streets by the Keepers – a secretive, ancient order dedicated to maintaining balance in the world – and trained to become a Master Thief. Now an adult, the rebellious Garrett has left the order and now moves through a world of corruption and conspiracy, stealing from the wealthy for personal gain. Despite his cynical outlook and dark wit, as he uncovers hidden agendas among those grasping for power his instinct is to act for the greater good.

Innovative gameplay features include:

• Advanced NPC AI: A dynamic visibility system and sound simulation allows both players and enemies to detect movement realistically; NPCs will dynamically adapt to sounds the player makes,  investigate, and even raising alarms
• Keep to the Shadows: Experience one of the first games to use light and sound as core gameplay mechanics; use fire arrows to extinguish torches and moss arrows to dampen loud surfaces
• Stealth-Based Combat: Strike unseen from the shadows using Garrett’s blackjack to incapacitate enemies from behind or specialized gas mines and arrows to take them down from range
• Misdirection: Flashbombs will temporarily blind and disorient enemies and Noisemaker arrows will distract and draw away guards. 
• Tools of a Master Thief: amass a full array of specialized tools including lockpicks, remote cameras, and even rope arrows to access out-of-reach locations

Thief: The Dark Project Remastered modernizes the original experience with material quality of life enhancements. As part of the remastering effort the artists at Nightdive have carefully updated and improved the graphic textures and models, as well as the cut scenes and animations. The team also updated the UI, adding a weapon and item wheel, and mission selector. Support was also added on PC for custom campaigns so that players can experience the many missions and campaigns created over the years by fans.

From its use of light and shadow to its emphasis on player vulnerability and non-lethal playstyles, Thief: The Dark Project helped shape decades of stealth-focused design. Its influence can be seen across the genre, inspiring immersive, system-driven gameplay. The game was recognized at the 3rd Annual Interactive Achievement Awards (2000) with a win for “Outstanding Achievement in Character or Story Development.” With Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, players can revisit – or experience for the first time – the title that made stealth not just a mechanic, but a philosophy.

Thief: The Dark Project Remastered will launch this Winter on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Play Anywhere, Nintendo Switch 2, Steam, Epic Games Store and GOG, in addition to PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch. Nintendo Switch owners can upgrade to the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition for free.

For more details on Thief: The Dark Project Remastered, visit atari.com.

 

 

About Nightdive Studios

Nightdive Studios is a dedicated global team of industry veterans committed to restoring the classic PC game titles of the past and making them accessible to a new generation of gamers. Hit titles from Nightdive Studios include System Shock Enhanced Edition, System Shock 2, the remastered Turok trilogy, Shadowman Remastered, Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster, PowerSlave Exhumed, Quake II, The Thing: Remastered, and its full-fledged remake of the iconic System Shock. Nightdive Studios is a subsidiary of Atari, Inc.  More information can be found on the company’s website, www.nightdivestudios.com. Fans can additionally follow on Facebook, X, or Bluesky.

About Eidos-Montréal

Founded in 2007, Eidos‑Montréal® is a game developer and publisher best known for breathing new life into established intellectual properties, whether owned, licensed, or developed in partnership with industry collaborators. Renowned for its storytelling expertise, the studio brings depth, emotion, and renewed relevance to beloved worlds, crafting narrative‑driven experiences that resonate with players around the globe.

Eidos-Montréal is part of Crystal Dynamics – Eidos, an operative group within Embracer Group AB which is publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm under the ticker EMBRAC B. (EMBRAC B). 

Learn more at eidosmontreal.com.

About Atari

Atari is an interactive entertainment company and an iconic gaming industry brand that transcends generations and audiences. The company is globally recognized for its multi-platform, interactive entertainment, and licensed products. Atari owns and/or manages a portfolio of more than 400 unique games and franchises, including world-renowned brands like Asteroids®, Centipede®, PONG®, and RollerCoaster Tycoon®. The Atari family of brands includes game developers Coatsink, Digital Eclipse, Early Morning Studios, Implicit Conversions, Infogrames, Nightdive Studios, Stormteller Games, and the community-based sites AtariAge and MobyGames. Visit us online at www.Atari.com.

Atari shares are listed in France on Euronext Growth Paris (ISIN Code FR0010478248, Ticker ALATA) and OTC Pink Current (Ticker PONGF).

©2026 Atari Interactive, Inc. Atari wordmark and logo are trademarks owned by Atari Interactive, Inc.

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Maximum Entertainment Announces Smalland 2: Lost Realms!

Walnut Creek, California — June 8, 2026 | Maximum Entertainment today announced Smalland 2: Lost Realms, the next chapter in the beloved miniature-scale open-world survival adventure franchise.

Launching this year on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Epic Games Store, with Nintendo Switch 2 planned for 2027, Smalland 2: Lost Realms expands upon the original game with a larger world, deeper progression systems, creature companionships, and more, all while maintaining 10-player co-op.

Set ages before the events of the original Smalland: Survive the Wilds, Smalland 2: Lost Realms transports players to a mythical era before the Giants arrived. In this vast new adventure, players will explore a sprawling world filled with elemental creatures, forgotten civilizations, and mysterious lands waiting to be rediscovered.

As a member of the Smallfolk, players must journey across the Lost Realms to uncover ancient secrets and confront a dark prophecy foretelling a catastrophe that threatens the future of the world.

Players will traverse diverse regions, each featuring unique cultures, resources, and challenges. Whether venturing alone or alongside friends, survivors can establish outposts, forge trade routes between distant lands, and build thriving networks to help their people evolve in these diverse environments.

Smalland 2: Lost Realms introduces the following features:

• A new crafting system
• New water and climbing mechanics
• A wide variety of vibrant new environments brought to life with enhanced visuals, greater detail, and improved environmental effects thanks to Unreal Engine 5
• Enhanced ability to tame and bond with a variety of creatures, forming powerful companionships that provide unique abilities and assistance through their journey

Smalland 2: Lost Realms will launch this year on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and the Epic Games Store, with the Nintendo Switch 2 version coming in 2027.

For more information, visit smalland2lostrealms.com

About Maximum Entertainment

Maximum Entertainment is a global entertainment company dedicated to crafting indie to AA video game experiences through original content and licensed partnerships. A fully integrated group with a broad portfolio of content, the company emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity in its partnerships to produce the highest level of interactive entertainment.

With more than 300 titles in its catalog, Maximum Entertainment has joined forces with talented creators and renowned franchises around the globe to deliver magic to the gamer in everyone. Maximum Entertainment employs experienced professionals across the entire value chain of video games including development, publishing, transmedia, sales, and operations. Visit Maximum Entertainment at www.maximument.com. 

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Frantic Platform Brawler from Efecto Studios Reveals Free Playtest until June 14th!

Bogotá (Colombia) June 4, 2026 | Veteran Colombian independent studio Efecto Studios is proud to reveal their new game Bunraku a frantic platform brawler inspired by the art of Japanese puppetry in development for Steam, Nintendo Switch 2 and PS5. The game has just opened a free playtest on Steam until June 14. Combat demands mastery of the slashing dash, precision parries, and powerful ninjutsus, integrating the action with a performance in front of a live audience that reacts dynamically to every impact. Bunraku allows for intense ninja battles of up to 8 players, (online or local) jumping into the action in shifting PvP arenas where every combat becomes a staging.

The curtain rises, the lights shine bright ...

... and the performance begins!

In this magical Japanese puppet theater, the spirits of legendary warriors come back to life to recreate ancient battles in a show full of ninja action and tactical combat movements. The audience vibrates with every attack and cheers with every parry while ninja attacks fly across the stage.

Are you ready to take your place in this grand performance? Each act is a high-precision competition where only the most talented will reach glory under the spotlights.

To become the grand champion of the ninja puppets, you must master Ninjutsu: the art of moving, attacking, and countering with incredible speed and precision.

• Use your Dash to move swiftly across the stage and strike down your opponents in a single hit.
• The Parry blocks and stuns enemies who dash at you and can even deflect items back at the caster.
• Find Scrolls on the stage to invoke powerful and varied Jutsu that can turn the tide in your favor.

About Efecto Studios

Efecto Studios is a game development team with over 24 years of experience in the industry. During this time, we have worked on a wide variety of interactive projects, co-developing titles such as Ark: Survival Evolved, Lords of the Fallen, Palia, Battlefield Mobile, Atlas, and Dark & Light.

By accurately assessing our own limitations, we ensure that our goals remain realistic and achievable. To accomplish this, we bring the necessary technical and creative expertise to cover all disciplines of development, from conceptualization and design to programming and final art production, adapting ourselves to bring ideas to life across all types of genres and platforms.

Although our primary focus is outsourcing, we dedicate a space for 100% in-house projects. These productions move away from massive global blockbusters to focus on more contained experiences, developed under an indie philosophy driven by our team's vocation and dedication.

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Become a Pawnbroker in New Simulation Game Available Now!

On March 11 | Pawnbroker Simulator will debut on PC. This pawnshop management simulator combines realistic mechanics with relaxing gameplay. Players can test their skills in trading, bargaining, and business management. Pawnbroker Simulator will later arrive on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Pawnbroker Simulator is being developed by the independent Turkish studio Next Sky Games. The publisher of the game on PC and consoles is Ultimate Games S.A.

Become the King of Pawnshops!

Pawnbroker Simulator is a pawnshop management game where players examine and evaluate used items, then buy and sell them. The game offers opportunities to manage and expand your pawnshop business. It features two main modes: campaign and sandbox.

Next Sky Games has created realistic pawnshop mechanics for Pawnbroker Simulator. Players will find an advanced bargaining system and over 200 unique items available for trade.

Each pawnshop customer is different, so players must use various negotiation strategies to maximize profit while maintaining a good reputation. The gameplay has a relaxing tone and includes humorous elements.

Players are also responsible for the pawnshop’s interior design, securing the premises, and properly displaying and storing goods.

Pawnbroker Simulator – Key Features:

• become the king of pawnshops;
• evaluate and buy used items;
• secure your business;
• run and expand your pawnshop;
• maintain your business reputation.

The release date of Pawnbroker Simulator on PC (Steam) has been set for March 11, 2026. The game will later also appear on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.

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NIS America, Inc. Partners with Happinet to Publish Brigandine: Abyss

NIS America, Inc. Partners with Happinet to Publish Brigandine: Abyss; the New Strategy RPG is Coming to Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam This Year.

We are excited to share that they have partnered with Happinet to publish Brigandine: Abyss, a new strategy RPG coming to Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam.

Brigandine: Abyss is a brand-new entry in the storied franchise, featuring a completely unique world that even unfamiliar players can dive right into. Hundreds of years ago, the Abyssloa Empire was stopped by the power of the arcane Brigandine. Now, a new Abyssloa Empire rises from the ashes, ready to conquer the world. Confront the dark as you manage resources, rally your monsters, and stand against the empire in one of six different story campaigns.

For a more classic Brigandine experience, turn to Mission Mode, which lets you take the role of one of 24 different factions, each with their own win conditions! Whether you want to challenge your tactical acumen or take it easy, you'll find hundreds of hours of fun in Brigandine: Abyss!

Whether you choose to play through the story or Mission Mode, gameplay will take place over two phases. Organize your troops and resources during the Organization phase, then take to the field during the Attack Phase! Brigandine: Abyss maintains the series’ unique hexagonal-grid-based strategy gameplay and gives players plenty to think about. You’ll need to consider your skills, elemental attributes, and the development of your armies if you hope to find success on the battlefield!

 

Features:

• Confront the Dark: The Abyssloa Empire rises again, and it's up to you to stop them. Choose from one of six different story campaigns to find out the truth—or keep it hidden.
• Victory Is in the Details: Spreading your influence won't be easy. Manage your resources, maneuver your troops, and bind your fates with monsters to make sure you can stand up to anyone. Then, take to the field and reap the rewards!
• Fight for Your Faction: In Mission Mode, play as one of 24 different factions, each with their own unique win condition. Play one or play them all in this endlessly replayable strategy RPG!

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Shuten Order - Switch 2 Review

Shuten Order by developers Neilo Inc. & Too Kyo Games in collaboration with DMM GAMES and publisher Spike Chunsoft—Switch 2 review written by Jim with a copy provided by the publisher.

Estimated Reading Time:  4 minutes.  

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Shuten Order is a challenging game for me to review for multiple reasons. First is some of the subject matter. The game focuses a lot on a God, and I was raised and still am a Christian, so some of the talk might be sensitive for some players. When you use "God's power" to accidentally blow up someone's head at the beginning of the game, I didn't like it. Now, I'm usually okay with most things in games, even if they talk about God or gods, because games are fiction, but I really didn't like how it was used in this game, like praying for the end of humanity. Anything that makes this game hard for me to review is that, every time I play it, something bad happens in real life. I'm not superstitious at all, but when something awful happens every time I play the game, it just gets to me. This also brings me to my apologies to the devs, the publisher, and everyone here at CGR. I'm sorry for taking so long in this review, and thanks for being so understanding about the circumstances.

Mainly, Shuten Order is a visual novel game with multiple paths you have to take to solve the murder of the cult leader of Shuten, who also happens to be the character you are playing as. What makes this visual novel so different is that each path or route you take is a different genre. The genres are murder mystery/investigation, much like the Ace Attorney games; an extreme escape game like the Nonary Games series; a dating sim; and a survival-horror escape game where you mostly just run away from a killer. If you enjoy genre-blending games or murder mysteries, this game offers a variety of experiences, though some may find the religious themes less appealing.

I played through three of these, but as I stated above, each time something happened for real that took me away from the game. I played the murder mystery route, and as a fan of Ace Attorney, I enjoyed this path until the end, that is. After you complete a route, you will be taken back to pick another one, so it doesn't matter what order you pick them in; you will always have a chance to come back and play the others. The second route I took was the horror escape route. It was a decent route, but lacking a little, as the killer is easy to get away from just by hiding. Lastly was the dating sim. I liked this one the least out of the three routes I played. It's less serious than the others, but it's basically like all the other dating-sim VNs out there.

I did run into a few issues with the game. The translation is hit-or-miss, with some sentences making no sense, and I had to reread a few times to understand what it was saying. Another issue was that the text sometimes appears off-screen, and there's no way to see it. In some scenes, the text becomes blurry as a way to make the game scarier or something, but it was annoying to read like that. The game is voiced in Japanese. It wasn't an issue for players in Japan, but with no English dub, this effect should have been changed or removed from the text. Lastly, I ran into a problem a few times when the sound, music, and voices all stopped working, and I had to reset the game to get them working again.

The Japanese voices are good. I wish they would get an English dub for these types of games, but most don't. I liked that the main character is a female who everyone thinks is male, and the Japanese voice actor does a good job of sounding like either a male or a female. All the other voices in the game seem to fit their characters very well. The music is decent for the type of game, too. Graphically, the game is decent for a VN. I like the twists and turns in the game, but the overall religious themes are a huge turnoff for me. A few religious things here and there in a game are fine with me, but when the game seems to be mainly about a cult and religion and God, I just couldn't get into that.

Overall, the game is very unique, and I like that, but it doesn't excel in any of the genres it offers beyond being a VN. The story is okay, but I didn't like the game's theme much. If there were less religion and more about solving a murder, I probably would have enjoyed it more. I won't take points away for it because these are just personal opinions. So, the game is decent but not my cup of tea.

Score: 7 / 10

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Check Out the Demo of Kingdom Loop an Indie Strategic Roguelike on Steam!

On January 15 players can try a free PC demo of Kingdom Loop, an indie strategic roguelike with deckbuilding set in a medieval fantasy world. The game blends elements inspired by titles like Loop Hero with classic turn-based strategy. The full version of Kingdom Loop is planned for release on PC in the first half of 2026, with console versions to follow on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Kingdom Loop is developed by the independent studio RootGame and will be published by Ultimate Games S.A.

Where Hero Loop Meets Tactical Turn-Based Strategy

Kingdom Loop is a strategic roguelike with 3D visuals and an isometric camera. It draws inspiration from the cult hit Loop Hero and classic turn-based strategies like jRPGs and Heroes of Might and Magic III.

In Kingdom Loop, players guide a hero on a quest for the Grail in a medieval fantasy world where humans and the undead are at war. Each faction has its own traits, and all 8 heroes have unique abilities that change how the game plays.

Build Your Kingdom in an Endless Loop

Kingdom Loop’s gameplay mixes kingdom building, resource management, army development, and combat.

Players guide a hero around an endless loop that circles the Grail Temple. The land has over 200 tiles, each with unique effects that players place using cards. After each loop, enemies get stronger, so players must adapt or risk defeat. Losing can teach valuable lessons for the next attempt.

Kingdom Loop’s turn-based combat relies on dynamic mechanics, where players make important choices about unit selection, positioning, and targets. The game also offers deep systems for managing resources, recruiting different units, and building structures.

Kingdom Loop stands out for its high strategic depth. Strong gameplay variety, combined with significant randomness, allows extensive experimentation with card decks, factions, and synergy creation. As a result, the game offers not only high replayability but also a wide range of viable tactical approaches.

Try the Free Kingdom Loop Demo Now

A free demo of Kingdom Loop has been on Steam since January 15. It gives players an early look at the game and a chance to try its main mechanics.

In the demo, players control one hero from the human faction, each with unique stats. With the card deck, players can try out kingdom building and look for synergies between buildings, resources, and artifacts.

Kingdom Loop Demo – Key Features:

• 1 human faction hero (unique attributes and card deck)
• Endless loop-based gameplay
• Card-driven kingdom building
• Tactical turn-based combat
• Resource management and synergy creation
• Collection of powerful artifacts
• High replayability

The full PC version of Kingdom Loop is expected in the first half of 2026, with the exact date to be announced. Console versions for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2 will come later.

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Forage, Build, and Craft in Relaxing Farming Simulator 'Ancient Farm'

Ancient Farm launches on PC on January 8. This relaxing farming simulator takes place in ancient Egypt during the time of the pharaohs. Players can farm, raise animals, forage, build, craft, and cook. In 2026, the game will also be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Ancient Farm is made by A2 Softworks, an independent Polish studio known for Drill Deal and Gatewalkers. They focus on strategy and simulation games. Ultimate Games S.A. is publishing the PC and console versions.

Become a Farmer in the Egypt of the Pharaohs

Ancient Farm is a farming and animal care simulator set in ancient times. The game offers a calm, relaxing single-player experience from a first-person view. Players start with a small plot and can grow their farm over time.

The game draws inspiration from ancient Egypt. Instead of modern tractors and harvesters, players use simple, old-fashioned tools. There are no modern conveniences, so most tasks are done by hand and depend on the player's effort.

More Than Just Farming and Animal Husbandry

The developers at A2 Softworks point out that Ancient Farm offers more than just farming and raising animals. Players can also forage, build, craft, and cook.

The game features seasonal cycles, changing market prices, and other economic factors. Players need to use resources wisely and can reinvest their earnings to grow their farm.

Players can choose from many plants and animals, letting them shape their farm and try different ways to develop it. Crops include corn, flax, cotton, hemp, wheat, papyrus sedge, sugar cane, grapes, olive trees, and more. Animals include chickens, cows, sheep, and oxen. Many ancient tools help with daily farm work.

Ancient Farm – Key Features:

• Ancient farming and animal husbandry simulator
• Setting inspired by ancient Egypt
• Relaxing and varied gameplay
• Wide selection of tools, crops, and animals
• Foraging, construction, crafting, and cooking

Ancient Farm is set to launch on PC (Steam) on January 8, 2026. It will come to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2 after that.

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