The digital broadcast included 19 games coming to Xbox with more than half coming to Game Pass, and 15 of those games developed in Asia. Players received updates and announcements acrossForza Motorsport, Hotel Barcelona, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, Infinity Strash: Dragon Quest, Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name and many others.
Gamers also heard from Xbox Game Studios, Bethesda, and developer partners including Capcom, Sega Altus and Square Enix, reaffirming Xbox’s commitment to players and creators in Asia and around the world.
London (September 21, 2023) Separate Ways, the highly anticipated story DLC for critically acclaimed Resident Evil™ 4, is now available for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Separate Ways reveals Ada Wong’s side of the story, following the mysterious agent on a secret mission that intertwines with Leon S. Kennedy’s search for the president’s missing daughter. Ada’s adventure takes the survival horror action of Resident Evil 4 to thrilling heights with new gameplay mechanics that deliver an even more exciting and fast-paced experience.
In addition to the arrival of the Separate Ways DLC, new content for The Mercenaries launches today. This free update for the popular extra game mode is available now for all owners of Resident Evil 4 and welcomes Ada Wong and her notorious employer Albert Wesker to the roster of playable characters.
Separate Ways reimagines and builds upon the bonus content from the original game to deliver an expanded new adventure. The story sees the enigmatic Ada Wong infiltrating the European village controlled by Los Iluminados under orders from Albert Wesker to seize the group’s darkest secret: a powerful substance known as “the Amber.” This dangerous assignment leads to an unexpected reunion with Leon S. Kennedy, presenting another perspective on the game’s narrative that answers lingering questions from the main campaign. Ada’s covert journey runs in parallel with Leon’s rescue operation and explores the shadowy events that unfold behind the scenes, revealing the full scope of the story.
The exhilarating gameplay of Resident Evil 4 returns in Separate Ways, empowering players to overcome the horrors that await with precise firearms, intense knife combat, stealth attacks, finishing moves, and more. Separate Ways also introduces a new feature that takes the game’s fast-paced action to a whole new level. Ada can now wield her signature Grappling Gun battle to dismantle enemy defenses and launch into melee takedowns from a distance. She can also employ this versatile tool to traverse vast distances and surmount obstacles that would otherwise be impassable.
Resident Evil 4 is also currently on sale for a limited time, making it a great time for newcomers to experience state-of-the-art survival horror.
Resident Evil 4 VR Mode is also set to unleash the game’s full main campaign on PlayStation®VR2 this winter as free DLC. This immersive experience brings the action up close and personal and delivers heightened realism with its intuitive PlayStation VR2 Sense™ controls. Players can also look forward to experiencing Resident Evil 4 on the latest Apple devices when they arrive later this year on iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, and every iPad and Mac equipped with the M1 chip or later.
ABOUT RESIDENT EVIL 4
Resident Evil 4 joins Leon S. Kennedy six years after surviving the biological disaster of Raccoon City. Now an agent reporting directly to the president of the United States, Leon is dispatched to an isolated European village to rescue the president’s missing daughter. There, he discovers a terrifying fervor beyond reason that grips the local populace. The remake of Resident Evil 4 preserves the essence of the original while delivering modernized gameplay, a reimagined storyline, and vividly detailed graphics.
About Capcom
Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or news.capcomusa.com.
Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil and Street Fighter are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries, in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
Sydney, Australia – 21st September 2023: Sonic Team released a new animation, Sonic Superstars: Trio of Trouble, following Dr. Eggman, Fang the Hunter and newcomer Trip in a story that predates Sonic Superstars. This prologue marks Fang’s first debut in an animation.
While the trio navigates a perilous ruin, Fang the Hunter will need to muster all his cunning to overcome past mistakes and escape the coils of a fierce new enemy. Meanwhile, Eggman will discover what may be the key to his next dastardly scheme.
Watch the Sonic Superstars: Trio of Trouble trailer below:
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Sydney, Australia – September 21, 2023 – Interscope in partnership with Ubisoft are set to release Mirage (for Assassin’s Creed Mirage) by OneRepublic featuring Mishaal Tamer. This is the first time the Assassin’s Creed® franchise collaborates with a top 50 global artist. This aligns with the dedication and effort that has been invested in Assassin’s Creed music over the years, resulting in a Grammy Award this year. The single will be available on September 22.
The song and lyrics were co-written by Ryan Tedder, songwriter and lead vocalist of the band, who took inspiration from the game. Mirage (for Assassin’s Creed Mirage) also samples some notes from the original soundtrack of Assassin’s Creed Mirage, composed by Brendan Angelides in collaboration with Layth Sidiq, lead vocalist and violinist.
“Most people don’t know this about me, but my band and I are closet gamers. I’ve been a huge fan of Assassin’s Creed since the beginning. Having toured extensively in the Middle East, I wanted to capture the spirit of that region and reflect the location of the game sonically as much as possible. I can’t wait for our fans and fans of AC to hear what we came up with. This was a definite pinch myself moment.” – Ryan Tedder (lead singer)
In addition, the band brought in an up-and-coming Saudi artist, Mishaal Tamer, who was the opening act for OneRepublic’s Summer European Tour 2023. His style takes inspiration from Arab music from the Levant, Egypt, and the Arabian Gulf, alongside K-pop, Indie rock, and Urban Latino. Both artists’ interest of the Assassin’s Creed franchise transpired in their latest title.
“To be featured on a song with my musical heroes, OneRepublic that soundtracks my favorite video game, is a dream come true. I am honored to be a part of this special collaboration with OneRepublic and Assassins Creed.” – Mishaal Tamer .
With development led by Ubisoft Bordeaux*, Assassin’s Creed Mirage is a special game made to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the series. With Mirage, the studio pays homage to the game that started it all by offering a tightly crafted, narrative driven action-adventure experience set in an immersive medieval Middle Eastern setting. Assassin’s Creed Mirage tells a powerful coming of age story featuring charismatic protagonists. You play as Basim, a cunning street thief with nightmarish visions, who embarks on a quest to join the Hidden Ones as he seeks justice and answers. Mirage will launch on October 5, 2023, on all platforms. Pre-orders are available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X | S, Xbox One, Amazon Luna, as well as on Windows PC through the Epic Games Store and the Ubisoft Store**, in addition to retailer stores, with a price of AU$79.95 for the Standard Edition***.
For more information about Assassin’s Creed Mirage, please visit: assassinscreed.com
**Assassin’s Creed Mirage will be available on Ubisoft+ on day one, across Windows PC and Amazon Luna. From AU$19,95. Cancel anytime. More information on https://store.ubisoft.com/anz/ubisoftplus.
***Players who purchase Assassin’s Creed Mirage on Xbox One or PlayStation®4 will be able to upgrade their game to the next-gen version (Xbox Series X | S or PlayStation®5) at no additional cost. Assassin’s Creed Mirage leverages the Smart Delivery technology – buy the game once and play it on either Xbox One or Xbox Series X | S when both the console and that version of Assassin’s Creed Mirage is available. Assassin’s Creed Mirage PlayStation®4 and Blu-Ray™ games gives access to the corresponding Assassin’s Creed Mirage PlayStation®5 Digital version at no additional cost, when available. Requires a PlayStation®5 or a PlayStation®5 Digital Edition, the game disc (if owned on Blu-Ray™) must be kept inserted in the PlayStation®5 disc tray to play, a PlayStation® Network registration, additional storage & Broadband internet connection. May incur bandwidth usage fees. Cross-progression is also enabled between PC and Luna, as well as PC.
About OneRepublic:
GRAMMY® nominated OneRepublic, is comprised of singer/songwriter and lead vocalist Ryan Tedder, guitarists Zach Filkins and Drew Brown, keys Brian Willett, bassist and cellist Brent Kutzle, and drummer Eddie Fisher. The band released their debut set Dreaming Out Loud in 2007. The release included the 20mm selling smash single “Apologize,” which shattered digital sales and airplay records worldwide and received a Grammy nomination. The band’s sophomore album, 2009’s Waking Up, produced the hit singles “All the Right Moves,” “Secrets” and “Good Life.” The certified-platinum album Native followed in 2013, featuring the No.1 hit and 41 million selling single “Counting Stars.” OneRepublic released Oh My My, their fourth full-length album in 2016. OneRepublic has amassed 5B streams on Spotify to date. OneRepublic’s latest album, Human, dropped on August 27, 2021. It features singles, which combined have over 2.5 billion global streams: “Someday”, “Run”, “Somebody To Love”, “Wanted”, “Didn’t I”, “Better Days” and “Rescue Me”. Most recently, OneRepublic released “Runaway,” the first new track the band has released since their smash hit, “I Ain’t Worried,” which was featured in the blockbuster hit, Top Gun: Maverick and currently boasts over 3 Billion streams.
About Mishaal Tamer:
Mishaal Tamer is a Saudi singer, first-ever at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music in NY. He is inspired by K-pop, Indie rock, metal, jazz, urban latino and Arab music from the Levant, Egypt, and the Arabian Gulf , creating his “S-pop”, his way to share his culture to the world. He was the opening act for OneRepublic’s Summer Tour 2023. Confirmed gamer, he recorded his first songs on an Xbox 360 and played all AC Games. Today, he is able to contribute to Assassin’s Creed Mirage’s music with OneRepublic’s new single.
About Interscope Geffen A&M:
Combining the legacies of three of the most influential record labels in modern music history, Interscope Geffen A&M embarked on a new tradition of musical achievement with its unification on January 1, 1999. Headed by Chairman and CEO John Janick, Interscope Geffen A&M is a major force in global music, developing chart-topping artists across a wide range of musical genres including rock, rap, R&B, pop and alternative. Interscope Geffen A&M is part of Universal Music Group, the world’s largest music company. www.interscope.com
About Assassin’s Creed
Since it first launched in 2007, the Assassin’s Creed® series has sold more than 200 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. 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 2022–23 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.74 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com .
Summon your guild and grab your brushes! Bethesda is hosting a series of community focused events during PAX Aus and Melbourne International Games Week for their passionate fans. Attendees can step into Tamriel in celebration of The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) or flex their creative muscles and walk away with a one-of-a-kind artwork inspired by the iconic worlds and characters of Bethesda’s recent releases.
To kick off the PAX festivities, Bethesda will bring together local The Elder Scrolls Online players for a community celebration featuring a special visit from ESO Creative Director, Rich Lambert. Fans will also be able to level up their artistic skills by taking part in the ‘Brushes and Brews with Bethesda’ experience, alongside another guest developer, John Johanas, Director of Tango Gameworks’ latest hit Hi-Fi RUSH.
On Thursday October 5th, the eve of PAX Aus, Bethesda invites The Elder Scrolls Online players from across Australia to join them for a night of festivities. Daring adventurers will step into Necrom and Hermaeus Mora’s realm of Apocrypha on Melbourne’s historic Southbank at the Cargo Hall for a free community event. Guests will also have the opportunity to meet and greet with visiting ESO Creative Director, Rich Lambert.
After celebrating and absorbing the fantasy atmosphere, artisans of all skill levels will be able to pick up a paintbrush at the ‘Brushes and Brews’ experience from October 6th to the 8th. Attendees are invited to join in the free sessions held daily across Friday, Saturday and Sunday led by an expert painter to bring their favourite Bethesda game to life. Each of these free sessions will include drinks and light refreshments and focus on one of Bethesda’s iconic worlds, including the recently released Starfield, The Elder Scrolls Online, Hi-Fi RUSH, and Fallout 76. Painters of all levels are welcomed, from beginner to experienced, with each participant walking away with their own, unique work of art as a memory from PAX Aus 2023.
Tickets for the ESO community party and the ‘Brushes and Brews’ experience are free and available on Eventbrite today. PAX Aus pass holders can register for any of the sessions for ‘Brushes and Brews’ from 11 AM on Friday, and from 10:30 AM on Saturday and Sunday. Fans can also register to attend The Elder Scrolls Online community party, which will run from 6 PM to 10 PM on Thursday night. Spots are limited and bookings are essential to ensure attendees don’t miss out.
Rich Lambert and John Johanas will be participating in the ‘Fireside Chat with Bethesda’ panel at 2 PM AEDT on Saturday 7th October in the PAX Quokka Theatre. Simon Alty, VP & Managing Director at Bethesda APAC, will also be a guest on the panel ‘The Year That Was PAX AUS 2013’ at 3:30 PM AEDT on Friday 6th October.
Yamaha Music Australia will be featuring Hi-Fi RUSH as a playable experience on their display enhanced by their brand new True X Wireless Surround System. Designed to showcase just how integral sound is to the gaming experience while offering up a brand-new immersive audio solution, the interactive Hi-Fi Rush / True X demonstration will be playable on Xbox Series X all weekend over at the Yamaha stand along with a variety of other fun interactive activities and displays from electronic drums, guitars and synths to gaming audio mixers, microphones and content creator tools.
“At Bethesda we’re immensely proud to have such dedicated communities for our games in Australia, fans who have joined us in countless adventures through our game worlds for decades”, said Simon Alty, VP & Managing Director, Bethesda APAC. “We couldn’t be more thrilled to pull together these community focussed events for our passionate fans during one of the best weeks of the year for gamers in Australia”.
For updates and more news about these events in the lead up to PAX Aus 2023 fans should make sure to follow Bethesda ANZ on Twitter and Facebook.
Sydney, Australia – 21st August 2023: Ryu Ga Gotoku (RGG) Studio streamed its first dedicated Western broadcast yesterday. The RGG Like a Dragon Direct which showcased their upcoming titles Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth and the VOD can be viewed below:
The below trailers were revealed:
The Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name Opening Cinematic can be found here.
The Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Story Trailer can be found here.
The Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth Gameplay Trailer can be found here.
In addition to trailers, character introductions and developer comments, the RGG Like a Dragon Direct announced the following news below:
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth
The launch date for Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealthwas announced for the 26th of January 2024 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, and Xbox One.
Preorders are now live for Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth.
Preorders include the Hero’s Booster Pack, which will help players level up faster, along with a Special Job Set that includes the Linebacker and Tennis Ace jobs.
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth delivers a one-of-a-kind RPG experience with combat boasting greater depth, quality-of-life refinements, and improved gameplay favoring speed and strategy. The playable party now has full freedom of movement while fighting, allowing you to strategically position yourself and your allies to take down foes more effectively.
Experience all that Honolulu has to offer with a variety of activities across the city. Take scenic photos in Sicko Snap, help Ichiban make some cash in Crazy Delivery, inspired by the SEGA classic Crazy Taxi – and many more.
Famed badass Danny Trejo is cast as the voice of Dwight, leader of the Barracudas, who supervises the largest counterfeit goods market in the world aided by his sharp sense of business and even sharper machete.
Actor, director, producer, and activist Daniel Dae Kim is cast as the voice of Masataka Ebina, a ruthless captain of a yakuza syndicate.
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name
Atlanta-based hip hop artist J.I.D and Japanese musician Yojiro Noda partner with SEGA to create “Katatoki,” the theme song for this game. J.I.D. is riding high off the release of 2022’s acclaimed The Forever Story, which saw the rising star collaborating with hip-hop giants including Lil Wayne, 21 Savage, Lil Durk and more. Yojiro is the lead singer of Radwimps who did the theme song from the anime blockbuster Your Name.
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name launches on the 9th of November 2023 and
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth launches on the 26th of January 2024. Both will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X, and Xbox One.
JOYCITY celebrates the milestone with an $80k USD livestreamed cross-platform 3on3 Global Championship
IRVINE, CALIFORNIA – Sept. 20, 2023 –3on3 FreeStyle, the online multiplayer street basketball game developed by JOYCITY, scores 500,000 monthly active cross-platform ballers across PC via Steam, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. In celebration, a tournament with a prize pool of up to $80,000 USD tips off tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023 at 5-7 PM PDT, 3-5 PM CEST, and 6-9 PM KST, and will be streamed live on the official 3on3 FreeStyle YouTube channel.
More than 300 teams will compete to be among the 32 North American, 16 European, and eight Asian teams moving forward. All-star teams will go head-to-head for the first place prize of $3,000. Rookies will participate in the separate league, where they can be awarded $100 for winning 10 games in a row.
Jump into local and online 3v3 and 1v1 multiplayer modes for fast-paced yet easily approachable competition. Soar over defenders’ heads and break the backboard with rim-shaking alley-oops and stunning slam dunks.
Dribble over to the dynamic practice lobby to get comfortable before stunting on the other team. Find flashy ways to pass the ball on stages inspired by real-life street basketball courts and test out unique skill sets on a variety of opponents. Face off against tall, lanky rim protectors, short gravity-defying slam dunk artists, and everyone in between.
“Being able to celebrate over 500,000 monthly active users with a community tournament is nothing short of amazing,” says Danny Noss, Senior Director at JOYCITY. “We’ve been hosting tournaments for over ten years now — we can’t wait to see what a bigger crowd brings to the competition. It’s about to get wild.”
3on3 FreeStyle is currently available on PC via Steam, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One. Download for free today and join over 500,000 other ballers dunking on each other. For more information on 3on3 FreeStyle, check out the game’s official website, subscribe to 3on3 FreeStyle on YouTube, follow the game on Twitter and Facebook, and join the Discord.
About JOYCITY
JOYCITY is a game development studio based out of Korea with locations in the US and China. Prominent titles from JOYCITY include Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War developed in collaboration with Disney, Gunship Battle: Total Warfare and of course 3on3 Freestyle, with the aim to capture the essence of competitive entertainment. Constantly expanding their definition of “fun,” JOYCITY utilizes data-driven decision making and standardized development practices to Level Up Your Joy.
LOS ANGELES – September 20, 2023 – Netmarble, leading developer and publisher of mobile games worldwide, has released a new update for Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds. Starting today, players can experience a new dungeon, Armor upgrades, equipment enhancements, and events.
Brand new ‘Raid’ dungeons are now available, featuring powerful bosses and co-op opportunities. Up to 20 players can team up to enter and use their unique strategies to conquer the dungeon. Players will be challenged to complete missions, evade obstacles, fight bosses, and more. The ‘Mecha Soldier Weapon Costume’ can be obtained by combining materials that drop as raid rewards.
The new Armor Liberation feature allows players to empower their Armor beyond the current limit of 6★ and Lv. 30. Once Armor is liberated, special stat bonuses will be available by forming Wisp Contracts with Armor Wisps. Additionally, the maximumEquipment Enhancement Level will increase to Lv.130 (from Lv.99). Since higher levels of enhancement lead to more powerful gear, the new enhancement Lv. tier (100+) will call for two new materials: ‘Apex Enhancement Stones’ and ‘Phenomenal Warding Dolls.’ These new materials can be earned in various ways, including from Raids, Field Bosses, and Relic Wars.
Several new in-game events are now available, including:
Raid Update Check-In Event: Check in to the game for 14 days to receive valuable rewards including a Choice Summon Coupon Pack, Rare 4★ Higgledy Hiring Selection Certificate, and other power up materials.
Platypaws’s Liberating Vacation! (Starting from 9/27): Free plays and tickets obtained from completing missions can be used to play this limited-time mini-game. Reach the finish line to receive materials including Sealed Genie Weapons, Sealed Genie Armor, Craftsman’s Tempering Agents, and Dusk Essence.
Feeling Lucky? Clear the raid to get your entry number! The player whose entry number matches the random lucky number will be the lucky winner and receive a Miraculous Warding Doll Chest. All other participating players will receive a Random Summon Coupon!
Developed based on Level-5 and Studio Ghibli’s original fantasy RPG series ‘Ni no Kuni,’ fans can learn more about Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds’ latest game info and updates by visiting the official website (https://ninokuni.netmarble.com/) and following the game’s Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, and Discord channels.
About Netmarble Corporation
Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds, The King of Fighters ALLSTAR, The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, and forthcoming PC games like Paragon: The Overprime. More information can be found athttps://company.netmarble.com
Game submissions now open, sponsorship opportunities available
TOKYO – 21 Sept. 2023 – TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT, the digital and in-person Japanese event showcasing developers and indie games from both local talent and around the world, returns to Kichijōji for its second annual iteration on Saturday 2 March and Sunday 3 March, 2024.
TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT’s debut event showcased more than 80 titles including favorite titles like Meg’s Monster, the adorable adventure RPG developed by Odencat, and Nyaaaanvy, the physics-based 3D feline fighter developed by Team DigitalMind.
Now returning for its second year, developers and publishers can display their latest works to both local and worldwide fans, content creators, and industry peers over the course of a two-day celebration, including a day for the general public to experience the latest indies.
TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT continues to serve as a catalyst for artistic collaboration. Returning to the vibrant, art-centric city of Kichijoji, the event also celebrates other creative disciplines with the latest anime, music, and manga on display.
“The indie gaming and art space are intertwined, and it’s been our goal to connect these communities under one roof for a celebration of both disciplines,” said Azusa Kawamura, member of the TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT Organizing Committee. “Last year’s event was met with great fanfare, and we are using that momentum to increase our offerings to both communities. We have exciting things in store coming this March, and look forward to reviewing this year’s submissions!”
TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT would like to thank last year’s sponsors who helped make the event possible, including Bandai Namco, Cygames, Happinet, Sacra Music, Kids Station, PlayStation, Phoenixx, MyDearest, Universal Sigma Games, TokyoFM, Acquie, Mebius, Mr. Gamehit, Mobb, Outright Games, PQube, Sapporo, Warner Music Japan, Bitsummit, Gyaar Studio, IGN Japan, and many more.
Established in 2019 by industry veterans, Phoenixx aims to support innovative and creative developers from Japan and around the world. Its mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one creator, one game, and one community at a time.
Spend a year away from home taming wild Spirits, brewing potions, making friends and falling in love in this cozy creature-collecting life sim!
STOCKHOLM – Sept. 20, 2023 – Isn’t it time to get away from it all? Indie developer Studio Supersoft and publisher Raw Fury have released Moonstone Island, the creature-collecting life sim set in a colorful open world full of over 100 islands to explore. Spend a year away from home among the clouds – make friends, brew potions, tame wild Spirits, and test your Spirit-party’s strength in card-based encounters to become a full-fledged alchemist. The game is available now on PC, Mac and Linux via Steam for $19.99, with a 10% launch discount for a limited time to celebrate!
Players can also grab the Collector’s Edition of Moonstone Island for $29.72, bundling the full base game, its official art book and OST, and the “Delightful Little Comforts DLC Pack,” featuring a fancy house exterior plus four craftable decorations for your home: the Yellow Beanbag Chair, Purple Rug, Moon & Stars Wall Decoration, and Moonstone Rising Painting. These items are available to purchase separately on Steam, as well.
It’s tradition in your village for young alchemists to move away from home to a new island in the sky to finish their training. Armed with a team of nature Spirits, potions, and the help of the friends you’ll meet along the way, you’ll explore ancient temples, dangerous dungeons, and diverse biomes to prove yourself as a true alchemist and uncover the secret of Moonstone Island.
Inspired by Studio Ghibli classics like Kiki’s Delivery Service, Castle in the Sky and more, Moonstone Island transports you to a magical world full of delightful creatures, characters, and charms to discover. Along the way, you’ll master new skills, grow your own crops, and make a new home for yourself in the clouds!
Key Features
Explore a Wondrous World: Travel by balloon, broom, and glider through unique biomes to reach the farthest edges of the sky.
Settle Into Your New Home: Build, decorate and customize a cozy new home of your own on any of the 100 islands in your procedurally generated world.
Make New Friends & More: Become a true member of the community – befriend your NPC neighbors, go on dates, and fall in love!
Discover Wild Spirit Companions: Tame and befriend wild Spirits to fight alongside you in card-based combat.
Go Dungeon Crawling: Explore dungeons to earn upgrades, collect loot and uncover secrets.
Become a Full-fledged Alchemist: Optimize your alchemist with unique skills and upgrades, and craft dozens of items and vehicles to prepare for the treacherous wilderness.
Build Your Own Farm: Grow crops and flowers to brew potions and tame Spirits!
Moonstone Island players can also befriend and battle alongside their very own Cool Slime Spirit, inspired by Re-Logic’s hit sandbox game Terraria!
More information about the upcoming Nintendo Switch version of Moonstone Island is expected in the near future. Follow the Moonstone Island team on Twitter and Discord for the latest news and updates.
About Studio Supersoft
Sandy Spink founded Studio Supersoft in 2021 with the goal of making nice games for nice people. The studio is based in Toronto, Canada, but the team is distributed across Australia, Malaysia, Brazil, and several other countries. Supersoft is currently working solely on Moonstone Island, an open-world, deckbuilding life sim inspired by Sandy’s seaside upbringing, as well as the ’90s video games and cartoons he was raised on.
About Raw Fury
Raw Fury is a boutique indie (un)publisher founded in 2015 by Jonas Antonsson, Gordon Van Dyke, and David Martinez. We do not care about genres or mechanics. We care about experiences and emotions. We want to help developers make magic.
