Hack, slash, and hack again in this roguelite adventure where each sword has a story to tell.
[July 9, 2026] – Every knight needs a sword! And come August 11th, you can collect the most dangerous and unimaginable blades in the world of Armorial when Swordcery launches in Early Access. Founded by two cinematic artists who helped bring 2018’s God of War to life, Temple Door Games is set to deliver a hack-and-slash roguelite ARPG that will make you wonder: what exactly can’t be a sword?
It’s all fun and games until it isn’t in Swordcery. The World of Armorial faces a corruption that it has never seen before, and you must wield the very swords meant to aid the chaos. As Colt, you get to decide whether to shock the system by raining down lightning or climb out of the jaws of defeat by swinging around a shark. If you don’t bring the right sword to the fight, just try again. It is up to you to gather the blades and defeat the corruption by any means necessary!
Key Features:
Fight the Corruption: A giant blade has plunged into Armorial, bringing a hail of smaller blades along with it. The calamitous sword seems to be draining the power of the Armorial itself, and with each passing day, the rain of swords grows heavier and heavier. To undo this vile corruption, you’ll play as Colt, an unwitting hero who has gained the ability to wield the fallen blades. It’s time to make a stand against the Celestial evil that seeks to destroy the kingdom.
Unleash the Power of Spellbound Blades: As you venture forth, each new sword you find will come with a unique ability, aka its Swordcery. These abilities allow you to perform magical feats like hurling your sword out in a boomerang-like fashion, thundering down as a bolt of lightning, trapping enemies in a cardboard box, summoning ice cubes from a sword-fridgerator, launching tasty ingredients from a kabob rapier, and so much more!
Master the Blades: Every blade you find is categorized into a Sword Class, which has its own set of offensive maneuvers. From specific combos to unique abilities, each Sword Class may be more advantageous due to the terrain or combat situation. It is up to you to master and acknowledge which Sword Class’ attributes and attacks will work in unison along with your mighty Swordcery abilities.
Forged for Replayability: Each new run, you can expect to discover new swords, find various relics to add to your playstyle, choose new sword class upgrades, and trek through procedurally generated dungeons.
Wishlist Swordcery on Steam now and play the demo to sharpen your skills ahead of launch.
About Temple Door Games
Founded in 2019, Temple Door Games is a duo indie dev team based in Los Angeles, CA. While working on God of War at Sony Santa Monica Studio, Mike Henriet and Don Thurakichprempri bonded over a mutual love of animation, video games, and burritos. With Temple Door Games, they strive to create fun and challenging gameplay complete with quirky jokes, satisfyingly juicy melee hits, and a few tugs to your heartstrings. Don and Mike were 2 of 6 cinematic animators on the 2018 Game of the Year award-winning God of War. Their previous experience working on AAA titles has instilled in them a focus, drive, and level of quality to rival even the most seasoned game developers. Though their professional expertise is predominantly in 3D animation, Don and Mike have accrued a wide variety of game dev skills and are now putting them to use for Swordcery.
Rebuilt from the ground up we dive right into the long awaited Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced from Ubisoft. We spend our time exploring islands, fighting and assassinating foes, and of course taking part in plenty of ship combat and piracy.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced – Gameplay
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced brings one of the franchise’s most beloved adventures back with enhanced visuals, modernized gameplay systems, and a fully refreshed Caribbean world. Players once again step into the boots of Edward Kenway, a charismatic pirate turned Assassin, as he navigates the golden age of piracy across bustling ports, tropical islands, and dangerous open seas. From hunting legendary ships to uncovering conspiracies tied to the Assassin Brotherhood and Templar Order, every voyage is packed with exploration, treasure, and high-stakes adventure.
The Resynced edition enhances the original experience with improved naval combat, upgraded visuals, refined controls, and expanded world interactions. Command the Jackdaw through fierce naval battles, board enemy vessels, dive for hidden treasures, and build your reputation among infamous pirates such as Blackbeard and Charles Vane. Combining open-world freedom, stealth, and thrilling seafaring action, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced delivers the definitive way to experience Edward Kenway’s legendary journey.
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Developer: Ubisoft Publisher: Ubisoft Platform: PC/Steam, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 Release Date: 9th July, 2026 Price: $59.99 USD
Recommended – “Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced modernizes Kenway’s journey with sharper combat, huge visual upgrades, and fewer frustrations, even if some story cuts may irk longtime fans.”
Raise The Black Flag and Let Your Reign Over the Seas Begin.
Sydney, Australia — JULY 9, 2026 — Today, Ubisoft announced that Assassin’s CreedBlack Flag Resynced, the next installment in the Assassin’s Creed franchise, is now available. The game is available on Ubisoft+*, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, as well as Windows PC through the Ubisoft Store, Steam (the game being Steam Deck verified) and the Epic Games Store.
Led by Ubisoft Singapore** Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is a faithful remake of Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag, originally released in 2013. Rebuilt from the ground up and powered by the latest Anvil engine, the game features updated visuals and enriched gameplay, including parry‑driven combat, improved stealth and parkour, deeper naval mechanics, and new narrative content.
Set during the Golden Age of Piracy, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced invites players to sail the Caribbean as Edward Kenway, a rebellious pirate captain drawn into the centuries-old conflict between Assassins and Templars. As Edward pursues glory and fortune, he crosses paths with legendary figures such as Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, and Calico Jack, while the fate of everything the pirates have built hangs in the balance.
In addition, Brian Tyler‘s timeless original compositions, including the iconic Black Flag Main Theme, are joined by 22 newly crafted tracks by Stephen Lukach, written exclusively for Resynced. The Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced (Original Game Soundtrack) sets sail on July 10. You can pre-save here.
The standard edition of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is available for AU$99.95, on all platforms***.
Deluxe Edition – This digital-only edition is available for AU$104.95, on all platforms***, includes the base game plus the Master Assassin Character Pack and the Master Assassin Naval Pack.
Collector’s Edition – Includes everything in the Deluxe Edition, plus premium physical collector’s items: Edward’s Figurine, Edward wearable metal brooch, exclusive SteelBook®, cloth map, and more.
For the latest news about Assassin’s Creed and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com. To purchase, please visit store.ubisoft.com
*Ubisoft+ Premium is available for AU$23.95 per month. Cancel anytime. More information at plus.ubisoft.com.
** Along with the following co-dev studios: Ubisoft Barcelona, Ubisoft Belgrade, Ubisoft Bordeaux, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Chengdu, Ubisoft DaNang, Ubisoft India, Ubisoft Kyiv, Ubisoft Montpellier, Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Philippines, Ubisoft Quebec, Ubisoft Shanghai, and Ubisoft Sofia
*** A one-time internet connection will be required to download the game. Once downloaded, the full main campaign of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is fully playable offline.
About Assassin’s Creed
Since it first launched in 2007, the Assassin’s CreedTM series has sold more than 230 million games worldwide. The franchise is now established as one of the best-selling series in video game history. Recognized for having some of the richest, most engrossing storytelling in the industry, Assassin’s Creed transcends video games, branching out into numerous other entertainment media.
About Ubisoft
Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed™, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2025–26 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.53 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.
Viking Frontiers, an open-world survival game with RPG, simulation, and strategy elements, arrives on consoles soon. Players take charge of a newly founded Viking settlement and must ensure the survival and growth of their clan. Viking Frontiers launches on PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X|S on July 9. The game is also available on PC.
Viking Frontiers is the work of independent Polish studio BLUM Entertainment, known for Crown of Greed and Builders of Greece. The game first launched on PC in 2025. Wildlands Interactive S.A. is responsible for preparing and releasing the console versions.
Viking Frontiers is a first-person game that combines survival, simulation, RPG, and strategy elements. The title is set in an open world with a day and night cycle. Players take charge of a newly founded Viking settlement and must look after the fate of their clan. The goal is to survive and grow the settlement.
Viking Frontiers features a deep survival system with gathering, crafting, hunting, building, and exploration. Managing the clan is equally important, including its need for food and shelter, along with the activities, roles, and tasks of its settlers.
The path is up to the player and where they choose to focus. The game lets players follow the way of the hunter, farmer, builder, or priest, among others. Viking Frontiers also offers plenty of side quests and random events that add variety to the gameplay.
Viking Frontiers– Key Features:
Build a settlement and survive
Explore the open world
Gather, hunt, and build
Manage your Viking clan
Choose your own path
Viking Frontiers launches on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on July 9, 2026.
CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS launches on 28 August 2026, and a brand-new trailer offers a closer look at the exciting content awaiting players on the pitch.
The game features the “NEW STARS” Story Mode, based on the “World Youth Arc” and incorporating plot developments unique to the series. Players can experience the iconic “World Youth Arc” from the perspective of a fully customisable character, playing as a member of the Japanese national team. They can create their own player, strengthen their bonds with characters from the original manga to learn their moves, and make their mark on the world stage alongside Tsubasa and their teammates.
Watch the trailer here: CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS – Mode Introduction Trailer
In the “LEGENDARY/ADVANCED” Story Mode, new narratives, including “original storylines” not found in the original manga, unfold under the supervision of Yoichi Takahashi. Meanwhile, “RIVALS EPISODE” offers exclusive side stories focusing on rivals from around the world as they train to reach even greater heights.
Players can also unleash their creativity through the “PLAYER EDIT” and “TEAM EDIT” features. They can customise a player’s appearance, physique, and signature moves to create their own ultimate player, aiming for the world title alongside his national team. They can also sharpen their skills in “PRACTICE Mode” and compete against others from around the globe in “REGULAR MATCH.”
With all participating nations now confirmed, the world’s best young football talents are ready to take the field and battle for glory!
CAPTAIN TSUBASA 2: WORLD FIGHTERS launches on 28 August 2026, and pre-orders are available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Nintendo Switch.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2‘s final chapter, FUTURE SAGA Chapter 4, is now available and serves as the conclusion to a journey that began nearly 10 years ago with the game’s original release. Players will have to save the world, and history, as Fu puts his plan in motion, leading to the disappearance of those who fought to protect the Earth.
FUTURE SAGA Chapter 4 introduces two new playable characters, Supreme Kai of Time (Ultra Supervillain) and Goku (Ultra Supervillain Quelled), as well as Ultra Time Patrol Battles challenging players with relentless series of encounters against iconic foes.The chapter also includes Time Gallery, letting them revisit memorable scenes from past Patrols. In addition, it also adds the final Extra Missions Arc, as well as Parallel Quests, Additional Moves, new Costumes, and more.
With the fate of time lying in their hands, players will have to push themselves to the limit, to get history back on track and protect time.
DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2 is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
The Sword Art Online franchise managed to strike gold back when the original anime aired in 2012 and took the airwaves by storm, suddenly spiking the light novel series into one of the most popular of all time and making countless spin-offs and continued stories long past where the original death game took place. Similarly, countless video games following every step of Kirito’s journey across different games and even offering different genres have arrived over the years but this time, Bandai Namco has looked to take things in an entirely new direction. One that goes back to the roots and away from Kirito, instead placing players as a random player at the start of Sword Art Online in Echoes of Aincrad. The question is, does this return to the roots manage to produce results?
Story
Initially players find themselves playing as their non-customizable beta character that is running through a dungeon before the beta ends, trying to meet up with their friends. After encountering a PKer that wipes out their team, the player is helped out by the slightly more veteran fighter Iori who helps them through the rest of the dungeon. Alongside Iori players will spend nearly three hours running through the extended beta and run through the tutorial while meeting friends that they promise will play together when Sword Art Online fully launches in a month.When it does, the player loads up with their unalterable appearance again to find their spawn point has changed from the original game but still manages to meet up with Iori along the way to the Town of Beginnings and even meet up with two of their real-life friends once they arrive, though a third is nowhere to be found despite showing up online.
Suddenly, as everyone knows, a forced teleportation brings every one of the 10,000 players back to the Town of Beginnings to listen to the game’s psychopathic developer reveal that they are now trapped within the game with no way to log out and any attempt to remove their “Nerv Gear” will fry their brain. Those that die within the game also die in real life through the same means and informs the shocked players that the only way to escape is for someone to climb Aincrad’s 100 floors and complete the boss challenge at the top. Before he leaves, he provides a parting gift for every player, finally revealing the actual chosen appearance players want for their character and also revealing that not only is Iori a girl, but also a famous idol. Now, trapped within this death game and eventually finding themselves given a special quest to avoid an apocalypse that will destroy all of Aincrad regardless of player progression, it will be up to the player and their team to complete this quest while the real story happens in the background.
Echoes of Aincrad takes a very long time to get going and while this may work in the spirit of being part of a “beta” as the story intends, it also takes a very long time beyond that point, past the start of the Death Game, for things to even feel like the plot is starting to progress. This is thanks in part to quest design and the fact that the player is a blank slate that practically has zero personality beyond nodding or shaking their head, so they may as well not be involved in the story at all while the bulk of the narration is carried by Iori and the rest of the allies that players will come across along the way. Thankfully these allies, alongside Iori, are some wonderful characters and their banter back and forth during cutscenes is genuinely enjoyable, especially Iori who happens to be one of the best characters Sword Art Online has had in a while.
That being said, there is absolutely no character interaction with the player’s party in the field, nor any romance or even “friendliness” meter players can raise by journeying with the same ally multiple times. Since players will select a single partner, sometimes multiple for some quests, for every mission, one would think there would be incentives to building trust with an ally but unfortunately that simply isn’t the case here. Outside of town interactions and cutscenes the allies serve as nothing more than tools in the field with constantly repeated phrases, partly due to the fact that enemy variety is abysmal.
Now, there are some interesting ideas that come from the way the storyline is told, especially since it paints Kirito in a far different light than the “hero” he eventually became since at the start he was more of an issue for other players than not. Combine this with other signature faces that appear as temporary allies and uniquely impactful scenes that are unlike anything shown in the anime or described in the novel and it seems like there is a lot of potential here at times. But unfortunately again, due to incredibly poor pacing it feels like every story beat takes forever to develop or characters can vanish for hours at a time while players are tasked with obtaining a random piece of material or something similar for a main questline, squandering said potential. Again, this may make sense in an MMO, but it makes for lousy and boring storytelling and that is sadly where Echoes of Aincrad ends up most of the time. Almost every time that players feel like something interesting is happening, it gets pushed down the road further, until the final quarter of the game and the finale at least which is satisfying enough, even if players literally only explore the first two floors of Aincrad.
Gameplay
In many ways Echoes of Aincrad doesn’t feel like it knows the type of game it really wants to be. At its core it is an action RPG but it is stylized in such an obtuse manner that make it more akin to the first two Nioh games than anything else. Players will always set out from a town using the warp crystal to accept a quest and be sent off to a designated portion of the map that may look open but is actually incredibly limited and strict since trying to venture too far off the path will immediately send players back, saying they’ve gone off mission. Similarly, while players can level up and obtain items while out in the field through treasure chests and slaying enemies, they cannot actually use any of these items or apply these stats until they finish the quest and return to the inn.
Similarly, while out on a quest with an ally players will be moving along the mostly linear path and find rest zones that serve as the game’s checkpoints and fast travel system during a mission, though why players would need it is any guess since most quests highly limit where players can even teleport in. Ironically, there are even areas that are locked behind optional mini-boss fights that players can trigger, fight the boss to unlock the zone, only for that zone to be “out of bounds” for the current mission. It is also worth noting that anytime players rest at a checkpoint they will refill their limited free healing crystals and respawn every normal enemy back on the map, exactly like a soulslike game for reasons that aren’t really clear other than to maybe mimic MMO spawn rates.
Speaking of MMO spawn rates, a certain cartoon joked long ago about how the main characters would max level by fighting boars that spawn non-stop near the town in an MMO and that is pretty much how fights work in Echoes of Aincrad. While running around the field towards the next rest point and making their way to the objective, players will encounter the same boar type enemy at least twenty or thirty times if they are lucky, some wasps, wolves, and maybe even a bear mixed in for variety. Eventually some locations add in Kobolds and other different types of beasts but for the most part players will fight boars nearly non-stop. Fire boars, lightning boars, poison boars, sometimes more than one at a time. Even the bosses will be a boar though they’ll be at least a little tougher and have different stages where the player and their partner will need to shave off chunks of the boss’ body to take it down. Yes, this is a bit of an exaggeration but shockingly not much of one as the enemy variety is truly that bad and only until players reach the second floor of Aincrad will they see the change-up happen and offer more unique foes to fight.
The only place that truly feels somewhat meaty is the combat and how impactful it feels, at least from the player’s end of things. Echoes of Aincrad offers six different weapon types and players will unlock “Blade Skills” the longer they wield certain weapon types though only three of these skills can be equipped at a time, a rather limiting function. Players can string together light attacks into a heavy attack finisher, parry incoming blows or dodge rolls from an attack while managing their stamina. The selected partner for the quest will either fight other foes if set to “Any” mode where they’ll fight anything besides what the player is targeting or “Change” where they’ll stand-by to only move in and draw the enemies attention when the player is rolling or looking to recover. Every partner also has two unique skills that players can trigger when their gauge is filled and vary depending on who they are. Some are straight up offense focused moves that deal large amounts of damage in an area while others temporarily lower the defense of all foes in range.
Now, what makes the combat so impactful is the fact that heavy attacks will split or slice off large portions of defeated enemies, sending them flying into disintegrating pixels. The same oddly cannot be said about the player though as many enemy attacks, at least those that won’t knock them down, don’t register or make the player flinch at all. This is an issue since it can be hard to keep an eye on the HP bar during a larger fight while the character acts as if they haven’t been touched but is nearly dead. It is also worth noting that while it is a “Death Game,” actually being defeated in combat just sends players back to the last checkpoint. The only time it becomes a true Death Game is when players beat the game once and unlock the option to activate Permanent Death which will delete the character’s entire save if they die.
Character leveling and progression is also handled a bit oddly as well, though thankfully not negatively. Players can re-stat at will if they feel like swapping to a different type of weapon and there are various bonuses to increasing certain stats to certain levels, such as increasing the amount of XP earned, increasing running speed, and more. Similarly players can locate weapon and armor blueprints in chests out in the field and use the Blacksmith to help craft new armor and potentially new weaponry. Useless weapons can then be spent to upgrade the player’s current favorite alongside Col (money) or even their partner’s weapon but there is another benefit to fusing certain weapons dropped from enemies together, the random bonuses they contain.
These bonuses are called the EX-MOD system and allows players to really make the most out of what their gear can do and also do wonders for increasing the way players move in the field. This is because various mods include increasing running speed by 20%, increasing damage, and more, with up to four or five per weapon total. This is essential given the amount of random running around players will do and also, forget shortcuts of any kind. Falling into the water or even falling further than seven feet will result in the player character respawning back where they were, meaning even small cliffsides are literally obstacles for no reason.
Audio & Visuals
Echoes of Aincrad is a rather decent looking game with some impressive looking anime styled character models, especially when it comes to actual named characters, and a lot of NPCs milling about town. While exploring out in the actual world though things are quite barren and a bit empty most of the time outside of traveling through various forests, ruins, or caves. Or in the second floor where most of the terrain tends to involve deserts. Oddly enough, despite being designed like an MMO in many ways and even with the threat of Death hanging, there will never be other NPCs out in the field fighting mobs in any way, something that seems like a major oversight. It is also worth noting that outside of the digital dismemberment of enemies, the enemy designs themselves are incredibly repetitive to the point that many are simply recolors or slightly more detailed versions of their weaker selves.
The voice work for the game is handled quite well with Iori and the other allies that join the player all sounding rather impressive while the main character themselves never talks or has any kind of input. The opening theme for the game is rather impressive and the battle theme during bosses and while traveling through towns are quite pleasant and varied, but it is worth noting that general exploration tends to be rather silent which is disappointing.
Overall
Echoes of Aincrad feels like its wearing the suit of one genre while trying to put on the show of a completely different story and neither works out well in the end. While there are some interesting ideas from exploring what the early floors of Aincrad were like for random players and allies like Iori are exceptional, the pacing is just dreadful. Along these same lines while the combat feels and looks impressive in motion, the lack of meaningful enemies to fight, lacking exploration options, and generic mission structure make this feel like the developers were trying to mimic an MMO style from an era most MMOs were failing and for good reason.
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Player feedback-driven update expands Biomods, adds new Biolabs, improves co-op flow, and refines exploration, survival, and base building
EL SEGUNDO, CALIF. – July 8, 2026 – Unknown Worlds today released the first Early Access update for Subnautica 2, expanding key gameplay systems and improving the early-game experience based on player feedback. The update arrives shortly after the game surpassed 5 million cumulative sales in early June following its Early Access launch on May 14.
Developed through Unknown Worlds’ “open development” approach, Subnautica 2 is being shaped alongside the community throughout Early Access. This first update focuses on refining core systems, improving co-op quality of life, and giving players more ways to explore, survive, and customize their progression.
Expanded Biomods and New Biolabs A major focus of the update is the Biomod system, which allows players to temporarily borrow traits from nearby creatures to enhance their abilities. The update adds two new Biolabs in the Coral Gardens and Axum Ruins, increasing the number of unlockable Biomods from four to six. Players can also unlock additional passive Biomod slots by scanning targets with the Bioscanner.
Improved Co-op Audio and PDA Databank Controls The update also improves how audio logs work in co-op. Audio logs will no longer play automatically when collected and can instead be played manually through the PDA Databank, the in-game archive that expands as players scan creatures and collect records throughout the world. This change helps prevent audio logs from automatically playing for other players during co-op sessions, creating a smoother shared experience.
Exploration, Survival, and Basebuilding Updates Exploration and survival have also been updated. Wrecks now include additional routes and oxygen-based puzzles, while players can now sprint outside the water, including on the surface and inside bases. Base-building improvements include better placement for the Tadpole Dock and Fabricator, along with a new dedicated storage structure. Additional improvements have also been made across rendering, creature behavior, and the user interface.
“With this update, we focused on refining the early-game experience and core systems,” said Fernando Melo, Executive Producer at Unknown Worlds. “We’ll continue shaping the world of Subnautica 2 together with our players throughout Early Access.”
Subnautica 2 is available now on Steam, Xbox (Series X|S consoles and PC), and the Epic Games Store. Players can learn more by visiting the official Subnautica website.
About Unknown Worlds Unknown Worlds is a renowned, global game development studio. The studio is best known for the genre-defining Subnautica series, which has sold over 18.5 million units worldwide, as well as the Natural Selection franchise and the turn-based strategy game Moonbreaker. For more information, please visit unknownworlds.com.
LOS ANGELES – JULY 8, 2026 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, announced a major Version 1.2 summer update for its monster-taming action RPG MONGIL: STAR DIVE. Players can meet two new 5-Star characters and experience a limited-time seasonal event, new gameplay systems, and various quality-of-life improvements.
The limited-time summer event “An Unforgettable First Summer Dive!” runs through July 28. This event takes place in the new seasonal map Summer Lane, featuring a vibrant summer festival atmosphere with interactive attractions, including a water slide and an obstacle course mini-game.
The update also introduces two new 5-Star “Summer Dive!” characters: Earth-type Support Francis: Summer Dive!, and Fire-type Fighter Verna: Summer Dive! Players can participate in a variety of seasonal events, such as the “Summer Special 7-Day Gifts” event and “Grand Summer Festival Missions” event, to earn more than 100 summon tickets along with various in-game rewards.
The new Dispatch System has also been added. This system allows players to send characters to selected regions to automatically hunt monsters, gather resources, and mine materials, reducing the need for repetitive gameplay while supporting character progression.
Players can also obtain the new Monsterling for the Legendary Monster Reginula. When equipped to activate her exclusive Link Chain skill, Reginula accompanies players into battle and actively participates in combat alongside their characters.
Additional improvements include new Monsterling trait reset and enhancement features, guaranteed success when synthesizing Mutant Monsterlings, the addition of new higher difficulties in Conquest mode, and various other gameplay improvements based on player feedback.
MONGIL: STAR DIVE is the official successor to the beloved mobile RPG Monster Taming, which helped popularize the mobile collectible RPG genre after its original launch in 2013. Built with Unreal Engine 5, the game features cinematic storytelling, high-quality character presentation, a monster collecting system centered on capturing, collecting and combining monsters, and dynamic real-time tag-based combat with three-character parties.
More information about the Version 1.2 update and MONGIL: STAR DIVE can be found on the game’s official website and forum.
Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, RAVEN2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found athttp://company.netmarble.com.
Grab your Battlemallet and get ready to delve into a rogue-lite extraction adventure!
[United Kingdom] – July 8, 2026 – Gloom Box and indie.io today announced that Dwarf Delve will launch on Steam on July 27th 2026, bringing a high-stakes new spin to the rogue-lite and loot-extraction genres.
In Dwarf Delve, players descend into procedurally generated mines where every run is a race against time. The deeper you delve, the greater the rewards…but delve too greedily, and you risk losing everything…
Players step into the boots of a newly promoted Delveling, charged with recovering valuable ores and long-lost relics from ancient, unfathomable depths for the Coalition of Dwarves. It sounds simple enough—until tunnels begin to collapse, your time runs out, and the elevator to freedom leaves without you.
Every run is a self-contained challenge, blending sharp decision-making with constant tension. Do you smash one more vein of ore, crack open one last treasure chest, or abandon it all and make a break for the surface? That risk-versus-reward choice lies at the heart of Dwarf Delve.
To survive the depths, players wield a mighty Battlemallet alongside an expanding arsenal of tools, including flares, lanterns, and support beams. Used wisely, they can mean the difference between a legendary haul and being buried with your loot.
The riches you bring back don’t just pad your pockets. Between runs, stashed resources can be refined into permanent upgrades, new equipment, unlockable skills, and even lavish furnishings for your personal dwarven quarters!
With its blend of fast-paced extraction gameplay, endless procedural variety, and a rewarding progression loop, Dwarf Delve offers a fresh underground adventure—where fortune favours the bold, and the greedy are crushed!
Strap on your gloves, grab your Battlemallet, and prepare to delve. Dwarf Delve launches on Steam July 27th. Wishlist now, Delveling!
ABOUT GLOOM BOX
Headquartered in the dwarven capital of industry (London), Gloom Box is a one-man operation headed by Dante Knoxx. He likes ramen, cats, and reading.
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