Exciting Roguelike Survival Game Arcane Overdrive Coming Soon!

IIstanbul, Turkey – October 14, 2025 | Independent developer Nords Games is thrilled to announce that the playable demo of their upcoming roguelike-survivor hybrid, Arcane Overdrive, is now live on Steam Next Fest. Players can now dive into the action, crafting monster-powered war machines and battling relentless waves of enemies in a fantasy world brimming with danger and magic.

Set in a fantasy medieval world, Arcane Overdrive blends roguelike and survivor style gameplay with creative vehicle building. Players build their own combat vehicles by combining modular parts and monsters, and take on waves of enemies including orcs, skeletons, and powerful bosses. Players can experiment with different weapons and elemental spells to find their perfect balance between strategy and chaos. The result is a fast-paced fantasy experience where every build feels distinct and every battle pushes you to adapt and evolve.

"We are very excited that players can finally experience the Arcane Overdrive demo during Steam Next Fest. The game will enter Early Access in the coming months, and we are continuously refining it to deliver the best possible experience. Throughout the festival, we will keep improving Arcane Overdrive based on your feedback. We invite you all to dive into the demo of Arcane Overdrive, where you can create your own vehicles, and experience something truly unique.” - Can Sancaktaroğlu, Game Designer

Arcane Overdrive demo key features:

• Build Your War Machine: Combine top, middle, and bottom parts. Each part shapes stats, abilities, weapon slots, and movement. Your design defines your playstyle.
• Weapons & Spells: Collect powers from vehicle parts and level-ups, spanning elemental powers such as fire, ice, electric, and physical. And stacking the same weapon makes it even stronger.
• Epic Combat: Mix magic and weapons to defeat bosses and enemy waves.
• Skill Progression: Unlock upgrades and new mechanics through the Skill Tree.
• Fantasy Exploration: Explore a rich medieval world filled with magic, monsters, and surprises at every corner.

The demo was available during Steam Next Fest. Missed out? No worries, Visit Arcane Overdrive Steam page to experience the game’s unique mix of magic, monsters, and custom-built war machines.

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About Nords Games

Founded in 2024, Nords Games is an independent studio based in Turkey, focused on developing imaginative and innovative game experiences. The team has contributed to several collaborative projects across Europe and is now creating its own titles, starting with Arcane Overdrive.

For more information, visit: https://www.arcaneoverdrive.com/

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Ancient China Cozy Open-World Survival Game is Coming to Steam Early Access On April 3

PATHLESS WOODS

Developed by a team of two developers during 7 years, Pathless Woods has been inspired by ancient China culture and Byron's poetry

March 22, 2024 – Aniya Games is excited to announce that Pathless Woods (Steam page, trailer) will launch in Early Access for PC via Steam on April 3rd. The game introduces players to a vast open-world experience, merging the essence of ancient Chinese culture with sandbox survival gameplay.

Pathless Woods draws players into a world that reflects the rich cultural and architectural heritage of ancient China. Players are invited to embark on a journey where they can construct everything from simple bridges to magnificent pagodas, gather resources, engage in traditional Chinese farming, and protect their homelands from adversaries. Pathless Woods also introduces a co-op multiplayer mode, allowing friends to come together to explore and enjoy a world where adventure meets tranquility.

 

The developers at Aniya Games Studio said: “In a market flooded with many similar games in this genre, Pathless Woods' distinguishes itself with its unique ancient China theme. It combines elements of construction, exploration, and survival in a beautifully crafted world. There's a wealth of content to explore and engage with, and we're genuinely looking forward to seeing the creative endeavors our players will undertake in this world!”

 

MAIN FEATURES

Build Your Dream Home - Let your creativity take center stage and craft beautiful structures that capture the spirit of ancient Chinese architecture. From simple wooden homes to grand mansions and pagodas, the sky's the limit!

Co-op Multiplayer Adventure - Join forces with up to three friends in an engaging co-operative experience. Explore, build, and survive together, with each contributing in their own special ways to the collective adventure.

Endure the Wilderness - Carve your own path and withstand the forces of nature alongside the threats posed by inhabitants. Adaptability is key, as you use the environment to your advantage to thrive.

Explore the Mysteries - Immerse yourself in breathtaking sceneries and engage with the local NPCs while unraveling the secrets hidden within ancient ruins. The journey is filled with potential discoveries and treasures waiting to be found.

Protect Your Homeland - Prepare for the continuous menace of the Jaer cultists, determined to disrupt your tranquility and deplete your resources. Remain alert and protect yourself and your allies from their unyielding assaults to safeguard your land and preserve your quality of life.

Farm & Harvest - Embrace traditional Chinese agricultural practices to cultivate your crops, mastering the art of water irrigation, fertilizer use, and temperature control. Enjoy the rewards of your harvest, indulging in the exquisite tastes of Chinese cuisine.

 

ABOUT  ANIYA GAMES STUDIO

Aniya Games Studio is formed by a duo based in Guangdong, China. They began their journey as individual creators and found companionship in each other along the way. United by a shared passion for gaming, they have created Pathless Woods, a game inspired by the essence of Byron's poetry. The game seeks to capture the serene joy found in untamed nature, offering players an endless spring of inspiration and a canvas for unbridled expression within the natural world.



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Take a Look at Innovative Mechanics and New Features in Airborne Kingdom!

November 29, 2023 – Prepare to embark on an aerial adventure with BAFTA-nominated indie developers The Wandering Band as they fly players to new skies in Airborne Empire. Due out in 2024, the game's first gameplay trailer provides a sneak peek at the innovative mechanics and fresh features being brought to the Airborne games for the first time. 

 

In Airborne Empire, players will adventure through dangerous skies aboard a fledgling flying city, endeavoring to transform it into a bustling metropolis. Like its predecessor Airborne Kingdom, Airborne Empire will challenge players not only to manage limited resources and keep their population happy, but also to master the unique lift, balance, and propulsion mechanics that keep their city aloft. With this new installment in the Airborne series also comes new mechanics, buildings, biomes, and the long-awaited inclusion of combat.

In the trailer, we meet two avian characters, Merchant Pyle and Magistrate Agatha, each a delightful embodiment of the Ghibli-inspired charm and wonder that pervade the game's world. They introduce us to Airborne Empire's pirate enemies and offer the player a quest. The trailer also features clips of the combat and defense mechanics, including a first look at the Defense Tower and Cannon buildings that integrate seamlessly into the series' signature steampunk aesthetic and colony-management gameplay. "Our community helped shape Airborne Kingdom," says studio co-founder Ben Wander about Airborne Empire's predecessor. "Combat was the biggest requested feature of the last game, but I’m also excited about how much richer the world and story will be in Airborne Empire." 

As players adventure through brand-new skies, they'll encounter a variety of biomes in an open world teeming with whimsical characters, dynamic quests, and hidden wonders waiting to be discovered. While aiding the communities below, players will unlock the wisdom to incorporate cutting-edge technologies and counter the looming pirate threat. Research defense upgrades, defend your city, and unravel the world's mysteries all while building your very own Airborne Empire!

"It really sets a different tone – an adventure, like Indiana Jones," says studio co-founder and designer Zach Mumbach. "Call it city-builder meets RPG. It’s really its own thing, and I can’t wait to get players’ hands on it!"

Airborne Empire will arrive on PC and Mac via Steam Early Access in 2024. Visit airborneempire.com for more information, and follow The Wandering Band on Twitter and Instagram for the latest updates.
 

About The Wandering Band

The Wandering Band is an indie games studio focused on creating unique, high-quality interactive experiences that challenge genre boundaries and explore new topics through game mechanics. It was founded by industry veterans Frederik Gareau, Zachary Mumbach, and Ben Wander in 2018. The founders have decades of combined AAA experience, with work spanning multiple hit franchises like Dead Space, Dragon Age, Battlefield, and Star Wars. In 2020, they released their first title Airborne Kingdom, which received a BAFTA nomination for "Best Debut Game."

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Dorfromantik is Heading to the Nintendo Switch in September 2022!

August 23rd - Berlin, Germany - During the Gamescom Opening Night Live Show, Toukana Interactive revealed that their award-winning peaceful city puzzler Dorfromantik is coming to Nintendo Switch™ on September 29 this year!

Dorfromantik is a peaceful building strategy and puzzle game where you create a beautiful and ever-growing village landscape by placing tiles. Players explore a variety of colorful biomes, discover and unlock new tiles to include in future sessions and complete quests to fill their world with life.

After the successful full release of Dorfromantik for PC earlier this year, the first adaption of the indie hit will now be released for the Nintendo Switch. The versatility of the Nintendo Switch harmonizes beautifully with Dorfromantik's short games on the go or cozy game evenings on the couch.

As a new addition to the proven gameplay of Dorfromantik comes a completely new cherry blossom-themed biome with its unique architecture and scenery to celebrate the Nintendo Switch launch.

Features

●     Unique mix of strategy and puzzle mechanics

●     Building vast and beautiful landscapes

●     High replay value - every session is different

●     Many unlockable new tiles and biomes

●     Original artstyle with a handpainted board game feel

●     Relaxing mood achieved through the games pace, visuals, and music

●     Different game modes, built for different play styles with a wide range from creative to competitive

●     New challenges at monthly intervals

Links

●     Website: https://toukana.com/dorfromantik/

●     Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1455840/Dorfromantik/

●     GOG: https://www.gog.com/game/dorfromantik

●     Twitter: @_Toukana

About Toukana Interactive

Dorfromantik was developed by four game design students from Berlin who founded Toukana Interactive in 2020. With Dorfromantik as their debut title, they offer a reference project that embodies the core philosophy of their game development: a minimalistic and elegant core mechanic with high replay value, embedded in an idyllic game world and combined with harmonious gameplay.

Nintendo Switch is a Trademark of Nintendo.

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