New DLC and an all-new content update announced ahead of Steam mid-week sale

Kraków, Poland – Sept. 18, 2023 – Gas Station Simulator, the critically acclaimed management game from developer and publisher DRAGO entertainment, dives into clear blue seas with the “Tidal Wave” DLC coming to PC via Steam in 2024. In addition to the “Tidal Wave” news, Gas Station Simulator also received the Employee Content Update today.

Enjoy a tropical twist to an already exhilarating Gas Station Simulator experience. Harness the vibes of a cool ocean breeze while managing a local gas station and becoming immersed in a sizzling and laidback island paradise. Engage in completely new mechanics that include scuba diving, surfboard rentals, shark threats, god appeasement, and more. Earn extra cash by taking on multiple challenges and keeping customers satisfied in this new DLC that expands the Gas Station Simulator universe.

Key features: 

• Pay Attention To The God’s Mood – Endure the wrath and benevolence of Chunchumanchu with the extremely volatile Volcano Meter. This unique gauge serves as a direct reflection of the god’s temperament. As time passes or customer dissatisfaction mounts, Chunchumanchu’s anger will grow, bringing unexpected challenges to your island oasis.
• Keep Up The Harmony – Balance the island’s precarious harmony by leaving offerings at the altar. Toss coconuts, shells, or other items into the caldera to appease Chunchumanchu. Each action carries a distinct impact on lowering the god’s fury and preserving your business.
• Expand At Your Own Volition – In the Tidal Wave DLC, players will have the opportunity to freely expand their Gas Station empire. No objective limitations – just you and your funds. 
• Face Severe Consequences – Fail to maintain the god’s favor and prepare for a cataclysmic eruption that transforms the island paradise into a fiery hellscape. Business will grind to a halt and customers will flee in terror. Can you keep Chunchumanchu at bay?
• Mortal Business Logic – Construct the Gas Station and other structures wisely. Neglecting proper maintenance can lead to accidents, resulting in the escalation of Chunchumanchu’s fierce rage. Monitor equipment durability carefully to minimize risks.
• Engage In Different Activities – Diversify your inventory by providing scuba gear and surfboard rentals. Exercise caution, equipment neglect can lead to accidents that will directly affect the Volcano meter’s sporadic mood swings.
• Combat Underwater Threats – A lurking shark adds an element of danger, as it occasionally targets your paying customers. Quickly react by throwing objects or deploying underwater mines to protect patrons and profits.
• Experience Even More – Fuel jet skis, receive cargo by boat, and prepare for unexpected weather phenomena such as gray sandstorms and thunder, making each day on the island a new challenge.

DRAGO entertainment, known for their highly successful simulator titles, are happy to announce the launch of the Employee Content Update, now available. The new update adds two new employees, a scheduling system, and the ability to prioritize tasks.

The Tidal Wave DLC will be available on PC via Steam later in 2024. Price is still yet to be determined, but if you want to stay up-to-date with the latest news, make sure to follow DRAGO entertainment on Twitter and Facebook. For more details regarding the DLC head over to the recently revealed Steam page.

About DRAGO entertainment

DRAGO entertainment began operations in 1998 in Krakow, Poland. The company initially focused on creating innovative projects for international video publishers as an external contractor while strengthening internal competencies and creating a friendly and professional team to develop their own titles. Since adopting a new strategy in 2018, their goal is to deliver high-quality productions on an international level.

The studio’s flagship title is Gas Station Simulator, which released on September 15, 2021 and immediately became a best seller on Steam. DRAGO entertainment is currently broadening their horizons with new projects and continuing to support their current titles. 

WREXHAM, Wales – Sept. 18, 2023 – HumanitZ, the zombie-infested top-down, open world survival game with RPG elements from developer Yodubzz Studios and Freedom Games, evades the bite on PCs via Steam Early Access today.

Make it through each dangerous day in a world falling further apart. Save humanity from the brink of extinction, scrounging for resources and fending off any stray ‘zeeks’. Or, find peace in the chaos by farming, fishing, hunting, and avoiding the dangers of a dismal reality.

Customize a survivor with perks, stats, and firearms. Slow, lurching zeeks can overwhelm through sheer number, while others demand a more skilled hand and a clear strategy to take down. Make way through a bygone civilization, navigating tangled, dark wilderness and crumbling buildings in deserted cities with a variety of vehicles and ever-changing weather.

Craft whatever is needed, from life-saving gear to key consumables. Build a safe house from the ground up, or turn an abandoned building into a home to use as a hub while planning the next move. Work back up to the top of the food chain alone or rise up in online multiplayer with a squad of up to four survivalists, all hoping today won’t be their last.

“Shift into survival mode and fight to return what’s left of mankind to the rightful title of apex predator in HumanitZ,” said Benjamin Tarsa, Director of Publishing, Freedom Games. “Adapt to a world where hope is scant, weapons are loaded, resources await discovery, and flesh-hungry zeeks roam, in Steam Early Access now!”

About Freedom Games

Freedom Games is a publisher dedicated to offering best-in-class services to partners and providing players around the world with unique and memorable experiences. With over 50 years of combined industry experience at the executive level, Freedom Games seeks to leverage its expertise to facilitate great games and even better publishing experiences.

Experience the award-winning digital board game featuring a massive collection of content and full online co-op with crossplay!

PARIS – Sept. 18, 2023 – Today Twin Sails Interactive is excited to launch the critically acclaimed, best-selling tactical RPG Gloomhaven on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch! Adapted from Isaac Childres’ beloved board game (winner of six Golden Geek awards), Gloomhaven features unique card-based gameplay packed with two campaigns, over 250 scenarios, 17 mercenaries, and thousands of abilities to discover, fully playable in online co-op for up to four players with crossplay across all platforms. The initial PC adaptation of Gloomhaven, developed by Flaming Fowl Studios, earned very positive user reviews on Steam.

Gloomhaven, adapted for consoles by Saber Interactive, includes all content from the original board game, plus all-new features and an exclusive, digital-only Guildmaster campaign. Unlock 17 unique characters, strategize your team synergies, and play your deck wisely in this deep and rewarding fantasy adventure where every choice is crucial. Carve your way through terrifying dungeons, hordes of undead, fearsome monsters and more to reap your rewards – or die trying…

Players can choose between two versions of Gloomhaven available today on consoles:

• Gloomhaven Mercenaries Edition features the full base game and the “Solo Scenarios: Mercenary Challenges” DLC for €/$39.99.
• Gloomhaven Gold Edition includes everything in the Mercenaries Edition, plus the “Jaws of the Lion” DLC, all for €/$49.99.

“Solo Scenarios: Mercenary Challenges” is an adaptation of Isaac Childres’ board game expansion, refined and rebalanced for digital play, offering 17 deadly Solo Scenarios that players can complete to obtain 17 unique items – each designed for one specific mercenary. Featuring 20 hours of bonus content, this DLC creates a satisfying challenge for experienced players looking for a true test of their skills.

“Jaws of the Lion” is a major content expansion for Gloomhaven including four new mercenaries, new enemies, 22 new city events, 10 new items, 24 new battle goals, 25 scenarios from the original board game expansion and more, delivering over 30 hours of added content that takes players to the undercity of Gloomhaven. Gloomhaven Mercenaries Edition owners can purchase the “Jaws of the Lion” DLC separately for €/$17.99.

A physical edition of Gloomhaven Mercenaries Edition distributed by Nighthawk Interactive will also be available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, and PlayStation®4 at major retailers starting September 19.

For the latest updates on the digital game, follow Gloomhaven on Twitter, Facebook and Discord. For everything else from Twin Sails Interactive, visit the company’s official website.

About Twin Sails Interactive

Twin Sails Interactive is an international video game publisher, part of the Asmodee Group, an Embracer company since March 2022. Based in Paris, our team of passionate professionals partners with developers to help drive their titles to success. Originally known as a specialist of digital board-game adaptations under the name Asmodee Digital, Twin Sails expands Asmodee’s reach into original, creative titles aimed at a wide audience on PC and consoles. Following the release of the acclaimed Gloomhaven adaptation and Ember Knights‘ full launch crowning its well-received early access period, Twin Sails is publishing indie gems Survival: Fountain of Youth, Wantless, Innchanted, News Tower, Amberial Dreams and Bloomtown, with more yet to be announced.

Disturb the depths to hunt 13 new deep-sea denizens and explore in style with boat painting and decorative options in the next free update to Black Salt Games’ multi-award-winning indie adventure, available today on all platforms.

Monday, 18th September 2023 – Black Salt Games and Team17 Digital have today released the third free update for the multi-award-winning sinister fishing adventure DREDGE. In addition to a photo mode and ‘cosy’ mode, which arrived in the game’s first two updates earlier in the year, DREDGE’s third update adds the ability for players to customise their craft and beef up their bestiary as they scour the depths for 13 creepy new ‘craberrations’.

Players can speak to the new ‘Painter’ character found in the game’s starting area to choose a flag for their vessel and a new lick of paint, then set sail to search the seas for additional items to spruce up their trawler while hunting for 13 new twisted crustaceans, whose capture will unlock even more customisation options.  

DREDGE Key Features   

• Unravel a Mystery: Captain your fishing trawler across a collection of remote islands, each with its own inhabitants to meet, wildlife to discover, and stories to unearth   
• Dredge the Depths: Scour the sea for hidden treasures and complete quests to gain access to strange new abilities, including the camera to unlock the new Photo Mode 
• Study Your Craft: Research special equipment and upgrade your boat’s capabilities to gain access to rare fish and valuable deep-sea curios   
• Fish to Survive: Sell your discoveries to the locals to learn more about each area, and upgrade your boat to reach even more secluded locations   
• Fight the Unfathomable: Strengthen your mind and use your abilities to survive trips out on the water after dark. 

DREDGE is developed by Black Salt Games and is available to purchase on Steam, GOG, at the Nintendo eShop, at the PlayStation®Store, and at the Microsoft Store. Deluxe versions are available at retail and digitally.

About Black Salt Games

Black Salt Games is a small indie studio from Christchurch, New Zealand driven by a love for video games. The team’s debut title, DREDGE, is available now on PC, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles.  

About Team17 Digital

Founded in 1990, Team17 Digital is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Part of Team17 Group plc, which floated on AIM in 2018, Team17 Digital has an extensive portfolio of over 120 titles, and fully encapsulates the spirit of independent games. Winner of the ‘Publishing Star’ award at the 2023 Develop: Star Awards, Team17 Digital has assembled a portfolio of multi-award-winning and award-nominated in-house brands include Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the iconic Worms franchise, alongside its games label partner titles, including the award-winning games Blasphemous, Greak: Memories of Azur, DREDGE, and the Overcooked! franchise.

Torrance, Calif. (September 18, 2023) – My Arcade® teams up with the legendary Atari® brand to introduce the Atari® Gamestation Pro with 200+ games! The Atari® Gamestation Pro is available for pre-order today, at select retailers for delivery by October 31, 2023 for an MSRP of $99.99 USD.

The Atari Gamestation Pro (DGUNL-7012) is the first console on the market to integrate the Atari 2600, 5200, 7800, Arcade and bonus titles into a single platform. Included are heart-pounding favorites like Adventure®, Missile Command®, Asteroids®, Centipede® and many more!

The Atari Gamestation Pro arrives with not one, but two 2.4GHz wireless joysticks, inspired by the iconic originals. For those looking to reignite the magic of paddle games like Breakout® or Warlords®, fear not – the joystick controllers with integrated paddles have you covered. Indeed, the paddles feature three sensitivity settings for custom user preference.

The Atari Gamestation Pro features plug-and-play simplicity and wireless connectivity that makes diving into retro arcade games on your TV a breeze. Navigate the intuitive user interface that lets you search for games by Atari system. Dive into game overview pages that provide insights and gameplay actions for mastering each unique challenge. In-game save options allow you to save your progress.

“The response to the unveiling of the Atari® Gamestation Pro has been extremely positive,” said Ethan Zoubek, President at Atari. “Fans love the design, the games, and the unique combination of simplicity and modern features.”

“We’ve meticulously blended the best of the past with the cutting-edge technology of today,” exclaims David Cox, Chief Revenue Officer at My Arcade®. “This isn’t just a gaming console; it’s a journey back in time, wrapped in the convenience of the present.”

Atari® Gamestation Pro – Key features:

• First console on the market to integrate Atari 2600, 5200, 7800, and Arcade games into a single platform.
• Featuring over 200 officially-licensed classics, including Pong®, Asteroids®, Breakout, Warlords, and bonus titles!
• Dual 2.4 GHz Joysticks with integrated paddles with 3 sensitivity settings.
• Game save options:
   – 2 save slots via on-board memory
   – 2 save slots via Micro SD Card (not included)
• Dynamic RGB LED lights with 3 glow modes.
• Console powered by USB-C.
• Console connects via HDMI® to TV.

The Atari® Gamestation Pro is available for pre-order today September 18, 2023, at select retailers for delivery by October 31, 2023 for an MSRP of $99.99 USD.

About My Arcade

My Arcade® is an exciting line of miniature retro arcade devices, Plug ‘N Play consoles and portable gaming handhelds, which include officially licensed iconic titles from Atari®, Bandai Namco, Capcom®, Data East®, Konami®, Taito®, and Jaleco®. My Arcade® brings classics like Pac-Man®, Galaga®, Tetris®, Space Invaders®, Street Fighter® II, Mega Man®, and many others to the palm of your hand. For more information please visit: www.myarcadegaming.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 multiplatform, interactive entertainment and licensed products. Atari owns and/or manages a portfolio of more than 200 unique games and franchises, including world-renowned brands like Asteroids, Centipede, Missile Command, Pong, and RollerCoaster Tycoon®. Atari® has offices in New York and Paris. Visit online at www.Atari.com.

For pre-ordering the Atari® Gamestation Pro and more information, visit: www.myarcadegaming.com/atari-gamestation-pro

Sydney, Australia – 18^th September 2023: SEGA released an exciting video debuting all new music from Sonic Frontiers. The video showcases a mix of three new, original chapter themes for Amy, Knuckles and Tails from the game’s composer Tomoya Ohtani, offering players a sneak peek of what they can expect in the Final Horizon Content Update coming later this month.

Check out the new tunes below:

The Final Horizon Content Update is Sonic Frontiers’ third free content update releasing later this year on the 28^th of September. Players can look forward to new story content, challenges and the ability to play as Tails, Amy and Knuckles.

Sonic Frontiers is available now across PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, and the Nintendo Switch™ family of systems.

To stay current on Sonic the Hedgehog™ news, follow Sonic on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, like him on Facebook, and subscribe to the Twitch channel and the YouTube channel.

Be the first to play the new foam party shooter for free on PlayStation® 5 – Full game release confirmed for early 2024 on PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4

SYDNEY (Sept. 18, 2023) – SQUARE ENIX® has announced a playable worldwide open beta for FOAMSTARS™, its brand-new foam party shooter exclusive to PlayStation, which will commence on September 29. Revealed during today’s State of Play broadcast, the “FOAMSTARS OPEN BETA PARTY” invites PlayStation 5 players to experience this over-the-top, chaotically foamy competitive shooter in advance of its official early 2024 release. Access to the beta is free and available to download from the PlayStation™ Store when live.

As a thank you to every player who takes part in the open beta, an exclusive cosmetic item for the character Soa will be given upon downloading the full game at launch.

Check out the new “FOAMSTARS OPEN BETA PARTY” trailer here:

“FOAMSTARS OPEN BETA PARTY” weekend schedule:

• AUSTRALIA: Friday, September 30 @ 11am AEST – Monday, October 2 @ 5.59pm AEDT 
• NEW ZEALAND: Friday, September 30 @ 2pm NZDT – Monday, October 2 @ 7.59pm NZDT 

How to join the beta:

Download the “FOAMSTARS OPEN BETA PARTY” game software via the PlayStation Store and launch the game on a PlayStation 5 console during the event period to participate for free. A PlayStation Plus subscription is not required to join the open beta. 

More about the “FOAMSTARS OPEN BETA PARTY”:

FOAMSTARS puts players in the vibrant world of Bath Vegas, a gorgeous and bubbly metropolis, and the setting for the world’s biggest foam party! FOAMSTARS blasts players into the ultimate, over-the-top online shooter, that pits teams of up to 4 against each other in an easily accessible gameplay experience using foam! Prepare to experience a fraction of what FOAMSTARS has to offer, while simultaneously testing the capabilities of our servers ahead of the game’s upcoming launch in 2024.

In the upcoming “FOAMSTARS OPEN BETA PARTY”, players will experience two different 4-v-4 game modes and choose from eight diverse and vibrant characters, each with their own play style, specialist weapons, and unique game-changing skills. With foam as each challenger’s weapon of choice, players must master the game’s foam traversal and construction mechanics to build, block and overpower their competitors to achieve victory.

The playable characters are:

Soa, ΔGITO, Tonix, Jet Justice, Mel T, The Baristador, Rave Breaker, and Pen Gwyn.

The two game modes are:

• “SMASH THE STAR”: Compete in a frantic battle where the winning strategy changes as the match progresses. In “SMASH THE STAR”, each team must battle it out to secure seven knockouts on the opposing team. Once this is achieved, the best player is chosen to be the “Star Player” and becomes the key to victory! To win the match, teams must defeat the opposing team’s “Star Player” while also protecting their own!
• “HAPPY BATH SURVIVAL”: A battle between two teams comprised of two “infield” players and two “outfield” players. Victory is earned by defeating both opponent “infield” players, while “outfield” players support and provide defense for their teammates!

Composer and character art design teams revealed:

Today’s news rounds off by revealing the in-game music is composed by MONACA, and character design is created by the illustrator team, Gurihiru.

MONACA is a music production company established in 2004 by Keiichi Okabe, which has extensive production experience in music for games, anime, drama, and film productions.  Highlights include the NieR series and SINoALICE. While Gurihiru is a freelance illustrator unit consisting of artist Sasaki and colorist Kawano. They hail from Hokkaido, Japan and have worked extensively in Japan, designing characters for games and anime, and illustrating for books. Major comic works include “It’s Jeff”, “Gwenpool”, “Superman Smashes the Klan” and more.

For more details on the “FOAMSTARS OPEN BETA PARTY”, please visit: https://foamstars.square-enix-games.com

About Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes, and licenses SQUARE ENIX® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY®, which has sold over 180 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 88 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com