LOS ANGELES – August 23, 2023 – Netmarble, leading developer and publisher of mobile games worldwide, has released a new update for Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds. This update expands the Higgledy Company with a brand-new wing called the Higgledy Glove Factory, with 40 exclusive friends added to the Higgledy Staff List. The update also features the return of the Goldbeard’s Treasure Island episode as a Side Story and introduces a number of events for players to enjoy!

Glove Factory Higgledies can be obtained by hunting in Chaos Field dungeons. The Goldbeard’s Treasure Island side story features an improved gameplay flow that makes progression simpler and faster, making it easier to earn combat stats.

Other fun events with powerful rewards added as part of this update include:

• Shining Bright Roulette Event: During the event, players can use roulette coupons earned as check in rewards, gold purchases, and more to spin the roulette for fabulous prizes! Players can obtain various Summon Coupons, Miraculous Warding Doll Chests, and more. Each time you spin the roulette, you’re one spin closer to a guaranteed Rare 6★ Decoration Selection Chest, 4★ Familiar Capsule and more.
• Shining Dice Event: Roll dice obtained from daily freebies and in-game quests to play the minigame and earn rewards. Travel the board and land on reward squares including Enhancement Stone Chests and Gold. Miraculous Warding Dolls, Pet Summon Coupons, and Territe Aroma are also available!
• Higgledy Treasure Hunt Event: Players embark on a treasure hunt using the compasses earned from completing various missions. Players can choose various Higgledy-related rewards, including Higgledy Hiring Certificates, Miraculous Warding Doll Chests, and Higgledy Training Aid Selection Chests.
• Leveling Up is a Breeze Event: To help players power up, this 7-day push event will give players 5 Hours of AI Mode and 1 Energy Drink, and a Bonus Time event will double XP, prize and Gold drops.

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.

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Marvelous Europe, today announced that digital and physical preorders for Fashion Dreamer are now open. Digital preorders are available via the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch™. All digital pre-orders will get a 10% discount, and as an additional bonus, get access to the “Chic Outfit” Pattern Set DLC, which provides an early unlock for four rare patterns that can be found in-game to help build your brand. Make a statement that will set your Muse apart with your spin on the Sailor-Collar Blouse with Mimosa Embroidery, Retro Rose-Print Shorts, 2-Color Mid-Heel Lace-up Shoes, and Vintage Pearl Earrings.

The previously announced physical edition is now available for preorder at an RRP of €49.99 at participating retailers.

KEY FEATURES

Create New Outfits to Rake in the Likes — The virtual space is bustling with Muses, fashion fans who are always on the lookout for new inspiration. Dazzle them with the freshest fits to earn their Likes and grow as an iconic fashion influencer!

Send Likes to Get New Items — Spot a Muse with impeccable taste? Let them know! Giving a Like will let players use their fashion items not only for themselves, but also when recommending outfits to other Muses.

Build a Brand with Customizable Items — When designing new clothing and accessories, the sky’s the limit! Customize over 1400 collectable items with your favorite styles and colors for a truly unique flair.

Interact Online with Other Muses Across the Globe — Connecting Eve to the internet opens a world of fashion possibilities! Muses will visit connected worlds, allowing players to snag whatever outfits they’re wearing for themselves or look for inspiration for their next ensemble. Anyone’s designs could make them the next international sensation!

For additional information about Fashion Dreamer visit the official website at: https://eu.fashion-dreamer.com/

About Marvelous Europe
Marvelous Europe is the publisher behind Mandragora, Leximan and Cuisineer, and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marvelous Inc., developer of beloved Story of Seasons and Rune Factory series.

Established in 2012, Marvelous Europe is passionate about helping games to reach a global audience while nurturing emerging developers and studios. With decades of experience and strong ties to the worldwide indie game dev community, the highly skilled European team is committed to supporting studios worldwide find success, while continuing to publish and distribute select Marvelous Inc. content.

Precision-timed combat and a very morally gray story set the tone for this science-fantasy adventure

Boulder, Colo. (Aug. 23, 2023) – The cosmos are in absolute chaos, and the Holy Queen is on a mission to right the wrongs that her peers have created. That’s the mission you’re off to complete today, as the gorgeous pixel-art JRPG Virgo Versus The Zodiac launches across PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and Xbox consoles. Purchase the game on your platform of choice today for $19.99, with a special launch discount of 20% available for a limited time across all platforms: https://serenityforge.com/games/virgo-versus-the-zodiac

Today’s news was accompanied by a new trailer showcasing the noble, thoughtful and perhaps slightly cruel journey you’ll take across the galaxy. Sometimes you’ll take that journey on an alpaca, and that is never a bad thing:

Sail the stars as Virgo, the Holy Queen– a powerful, magical Zodiac with an unyielding desire for order. Her quest to restore the cosmos is a righteous one: bring back the Golden Age of the Zodiac Realms, a period of peace and balance. Some might call this quest unforgiving, and even twisted, but those heretics don’t know what they’re talking about. She is definitely the hero of this story.

Your road won’t be easy. Virgo Versus The Zodiac utilizes precision timing combat elements to add an additional layer of skill to its classic JRPG-inspired gameplay. Learn your enemies, counter their attacks and time your holy strikes correctly to smash through their defenses. Virgo Versus The Zodiac also forgoes random encounters, instead opting for bespoke, unforgiving battles designed specifically for your quest.

This journey through the Zodiac Realms will take you across diverse locations, where you’ll cross paths with a colorful cast of fellow Zodiacs–erstwhile lovers, friends and eternal foes who each have their own intentions. Yet, tread carefully, as your decisions in these encounters will shape the fate of the cosmos. Oh, there’s also a shoot ’em up mode if you’re in the mood. Just in case.

This release brings new content to Virgo Versus The Zodiac. Boss rush mode will challenge expert players with overhauled bosses and enemies, putting your knowledge of the Zodiac and your reflexes to the test. Zodiac Memories shed light on a few enigmatic figures, opening up new playable chapters for Aquarius, Gemini, Libra and Scorpio.

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About Moonana

With an international team based in South America, USA and Europe, Moonana is a small but dedicated game development studio with a love for off-beat RPGs. Inspired by modern classics, Moonana’s work reimagines the genre by combining quirky characters, heartfelt plots, and sizzling mechanics, creating fresh and unforgettable experiences.

About Serenity Forge Based in Boulder, Colorado, video game development and publishing studio Serenity Forge prides themselves on the care and dedication they put into their work, creating meaningful games that challenge the way you think. Firm believers in the artistic, cultural, and educational power of video games, Serenity Forge aims to craft unique interactive experiences to broaden players’ horizons and expand their perspectives.

The beloved Supergiant soundtracks are back and available to purchase August 24 on iam8bit.com

LOS ANGELES – August 23, 2023 – The work of Supergiant Games has captivated the hearts of many with enchanting characters, powerful stories, and ethereal soundtracks. Today, premium collectible production company iam8bit announced the long-awaited represses for the official soundtracks of Hades and Bastion on vinyl.

• Hades: Original Soundtrack ($89.99) – The Hades 4XLP is back with 30 tracks from Darren Korb and vocalist Ashley Barrett. Each disk will be smoke grey and housed in a sleeve that features Nyx, Orpheus, Megaera, or Zagreus. The box set also includes a digital download code for fans’ listening pleasure.
• Bastion Vinyl Soundtrack ($42.99) – The 2XLP Bastion vinyl, previously released by Supergiant, is now getting an iam8bit exclusive, limited, Cael Yellow Edition. Both the standard edition and the new Cael Yellow Edition will include 22 original tracks by Darren Korb, including two bonus tracks not found in the game and a digital download code for the album.

The represses will be available on iam8bit.com tomorrow, August 24 at 9 a.m. PDT. All orders are available for international shipping.

About iam8bit

iam8bit is a creative production emporium that’s been boldly redefining the entertainment industry since 2005. Its collaborative works have taken a variety of forms, including groundbreaking community events, immersive art experiences, and exclusive collectibles, all designed to bring surprise and delight to people’s lives. iam8bit played a crucial role in the vinyl renaissance, minting its first record in 2010, and is the industry leader in premium physical editions of top-tier games. iam8bit evolved into financing and publishing games under its iam8bit Presents imprint, including the smash hit Escape Academy; NES mash note Garbage Pail Kids: Mad Mike and the Quest for Stale Gum; and the upcoming chill vibes simulator Simpler Times. The company is based in Los Angeles and co-owned/co-creatively directed by Jon M. Gibson and Amanda White.

About Supergiant Games

Founded in 2009, Supergiant Games is a small independent game studio based in San Francisco whose ambition to make games that spark your imagination like the games you played as a kid. The studio has produced a number of award-winning titles, including Bastion (2011), Transistor (2014), Pyre (2017), and Hades (2020). Hades is Supergiant’s most successful project yet, earning more 70 Game of the Year awards from sources such as IGN.com and TIME Magazine.

A Renaissance for a Classic Series: Revolution Reveals Brand New Chapter in ‘Broken Sword’ Series; Also Lifts Lid on 4K Remaster of Original Adventure

Forge Into George or Nico’s Future with Parzival’s Stone, Or Dip Into a Reforged Past With Shadow of the Templars

York, UK, Wednesday 23rd August 2023: Adventure game aficionados the world over, sit up and pay attention: Revolution Software is gearing up to welcome fans new and old to Broken Sword in the months and years ahead, lifting the lid on two exciting new projects at this year’s Gamescom in Köln.

First up, Revolution Software is excited to reveal the sixth chapter in the Broken Sword series. In development for console, PC, and mobile, Broken Sword – Parzival’s Stone offers a major evolution in adventure gaming with the simplicity of a point-and-click adventure brought bang up to date with innovative, immersive gameplay. A unique ‘Super 2D’ graphic style offers stunning hand-drawn backgrounds, applied to 3D geometry which delivers the visual style, in high resolution, but with the flexibility to create incredible cinematography that is only possible in 3D.

Check out the brand new reveal trailer here: 

George and Nico reunite but are soon drawn into a terrifying conspiracy in a world of hidden treasure hunters, brutal mediaeval histories, and Quantum Physics.

But before George & Nico can even think about setting out on their brand new adventure, they’ll have to contend with a completely revitalised and – as the title suggests – ‘reforged’ version of their debut tale, Shadow of the Templars, in development for PC, console, and mobile for an early 2024 release. Yes, almost three decades on from the series’ original outing, Revolution is re-drawing backgrounds, re-animating sprites and honing many other aspects of the original game to deliver this adventure classic in full 4K, with upscaled audio lifting the quality of the speech to match the new refined visuals.

“This is the start of what we’re calling the ‘Broken Sword Renaissance’,” says Charles Cecil, Founder and CEO of Revolution Software. “With both Parzival’s Stone and Shadow of the Templars: Reforged, we’re making a big, bold, and broad offer both to those who have walked in the shoes of George & Nico before and hunger for a new adventure, and also just as crucially people who have never even heard of the franchise. As with all Broken Sword games, both titles exist as independent adventures with no prior knowledge required, though naturally for those invested in the world we’ve created, there’s a lot to tap into under the surface.”

Known for combining scripts laced with sharp wit with logical but nonetheless challenging puzzles guarding the way, Broken Sword is a celebrated franchise within the adventure genre, having first hit the scene on PC and PlayStation back in 1996. The games are famous for transporting fans to various locations around the world as the stories link back to real historical events, famously focusing on the city of lights and love, Paris, as well as Syria, Egypt, Spain, Scotland, Ireland, and even Glastonbury, amongst numerous others.

Broken Sword stands as one of the genre’s most acclaimed series, featuring in top adventure game lists to this day.

In Broken Sword – Parzival’s Stone, you will:

• Take on the roles of George and Nico as they investigate an ancient manuscript and find themselves drawn into a terrifying conspiracy and into a world of Nazi treasure hunters, ancient mediaeval histories, and Quantum Physics. 
• Navigate the manuscript’s clues to uncover the secret location of the Grail (but not as one might expect): a mythical treasure, lost for a thousand years. 
• Rival ruthless technology entrepreneurs, corrupt government agencies, and billion-dollar global energy corporations which are also out to beat our heroes to the ultimate goals. Because George and Nico might just well be the only thing stopping the whole world from armageddon.
• Play out your adventure in a ‘Super 2D’ environment, sculpted using 2D coloured background elements applied to 3D geometry to move in realtime. 

Before that, in Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged, you will:

• Step out onto the streets of Paris as George finds himself wrapped up in a mysterious journey of intrigue and jeopardy.
• Enjoy a globe-spanning adventure, exploring exotic locations, solving ancient mysteries, and thwarting a dark conspiracy to reveal the secret truths of the Knights Templar whether it’s your very first time, or you’re revisiting a beloved classic.
• Voyage through the game’s iconic locations illustrated in beautiful 4K for the first time ever.
• Listen to enhanced audio as Revolution delivers the finest, most stunning version of George and Nico’s original adventure to date.

Expect more details about both games in the months ahead.

Broken Sword – Parzival’s Stone is in development for PC, console, and mobile. Broken Sword – Shadow of the Templars: Reforged is in development for PC, console, and mobile for an early 2024 release.

About Revolution Software:

Founded in 1990, Revolution is a world-leading developer/publisher of narrative-driven adventure video games with titles such as the Broken Sword series, Beneath a Steel Sky and numerous major licences. The company is a pioneer of digital self-publishing.

Having achieved sales of over $100 million and been played by over 10 million players, Revolution’s Broken Sword series is one of the world’s best-loved adventure series. In 2011 Broken Sword – Director’s Cut went to #1 on the Apple App Store in every major European territory, achieved 5 million downloads, and ‘Broken Sword’ was one of the world’s top 10 most Tweeted keywords. The game still has a Metacritic rating of 91% (iPhone). Broken Sword 5 – the Serpent’s Curse, which was successfully crowdfunded in 2012, builds on this rich heritage.

Beta Demo available now for PC on Steam

HAARLEM, THE NETHERLANDS, August 23, 2023 — Break out your safety vests and air traffic control lights! AirportSim, the highly anticipated airport ground handling simulator developed by MS GAMES and published by Iceberg Interactive, is ready to service budding air controllers with a new demo available now on Steam. Developed by a passionate team of aviation enthusiasts, AirportSim offers players a chance to experience the challenges and thrills of managing the ground handling of a bustling airport with a wide variety of interactive tasks.

In AirportSim, players will step into the shoes of various airport ground staff. Service planes with true-to-life details including real connecting points, door operations, refueling systems, lights, sounds, and general ground procedures during the plane turnaround. The game features ground layouts, plane parking, lines, and gate numbers inspired by real-world airports like Vagar Airport, Keflavik Airport, Warsaw Chopin Airport and Key West. With multiple gameplay modes, stunning visuals, a deep level of customization, and a dynamic weather system mapped in conjunction with the METAR system, AirportSim is poised to captivate aviation enthusiasts and simulation game lovers alike.

AirportSim will be available on PC and Xbox later this year, providing players with the flexibility to enjoy the game on their preferred gaming system. Whether players choose to dive into the game’s intricacies using a mouse and keyboard or prefer the console gaming experience, AirportSim ensures an engaging and immersive simulation on both platforms.

For now, get ready to enjoy the new AirportSim demo on Steam and embark on a journey to manage your dream airport from the ground, and experience the exhilaration of running a successful aviation hub.

Stay up to date with the latest news and announcements by visiting the official website at [https://airportsim.com/]. Join the AirportSim community on social media channels, including Twitter (@Airport_sim) and Facebook (/AirportSim), for exclusive updates, developer insights, and more.

About MS GAMES

MS GAMES is an independent video game studio based in Warsaw, Poland. Established in 2018, we specialize in developing high-quality, premium indie titles with a commitment to creating engaging stories and dynamic gameplay. Our passionate team is dedicated to its craft, working diligently to produce exceptional results.

About Iceberg Interactive

​Iceberg Interactive is an independent video game publisher founded in 2009 by an international group of game industry veterans. Located in Haarlem, The Netherlands, and staffed with avid gamers, Iceberg works closely with an assembly of game developers around the world, both midsize and indie.  Known for many hit franchises including Killing Floor 2, Maneater, and Circle Empires; the company has enjoyed recent success with PC titles such as Strange Horticulture, Blazing Sails, Chivalry 2, Land of the Vikings, Mahokenshi, Lunacy: Saint Rhodes and King of Retail. Iceberg Interactive has many exciting games coming up, including Hellbreach: Vegas (PC), AirportSim (PC), and Minicology (PC). To learn more, please visit www.iceberg-games.com

ESA to lend expertise and insight for an accurate simulation experience

Mission Control Centre: Bristol, UK – 23 August 2023: Developer Auroch Digital and publisher Secret Mode are pleased to announce that the European Space Agency (ESA) is teaming up with Auroch Digital on the development of Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life.

This partnership follows on from the pair’s successful collaboration on the first Mars Horizon, where ESA staff provided valuable insight into the planning and operation of missions to Mars, and ESA itself was a playable agency within the game. Players can once again take the reins of ESA within Mars Horizon 2: The Search for Life, and ESA’s expertise will be used to ensure that all projections into the future involving mankind’s search for extra-terrestrial life are based on likely scientific scenarios and achievable technological progress.

“It is hard to fully encapsulate the value that working with the European Space Agency brings to us as game developers; there is the expert knowledge, there is the breadth of experience, but also just the general all-round excitement of space exploration that radiates from ESA staff we interact with,” said Dr Tomas Rawlings, Studio Director at Auroch Digital. “We’re doing our best to capture all this to offer players an authentic representation of our species’ ongoing journey to understand our solar system and beyond.”

“Science and exploration are at the heart of everything that ESA does,” said Emmett Fletcher, Head of Branding and Partnerships. “To be able to work again with Auroch Digital on its newest development is a fabulous way to share the ambition, wonder, and excitement of ESA’s missions; past, present, and future.”

About Auroch Digital

Auroch Digital is part of the Sumo PLC Group. It is a small game development studio based in Bristol, UK and founded in 2010. The studio works on original titles, partnerships, and work-for-hire projects, specialising in strategy and digital tabletop games, working with the likes of Games Workshop and Ndemic Creations. Auroch also has an interest in making games that relate to and deal with real-world issues.

Auroch Digital’s titles include the authentic beer brewing simulator Brewmaster, action-strategy hybrid Dark Future: Blood Red States, the console versions of fishy theme park management game Megaquarium and cute robot city builder The Colonists, and Mars Horizon which was made in collaboration with the European Space Agency. The studio is currently working on several titles, both original IPs and ports.

Auroch Digital continues to grow and is recognised as a leading studio within the gamedev community for its talent in connecting the real with the digital. It is also recognised for its craft in porting games from one platform to another, be that physical tabletop to digital, or between PC and console.

For more information visit: http://www.aurochdigital.com

About Secret Mode

Greetings from The Bunker! Secret Mode is the publishing wing of the award-winning Sumo Group Ltd. Our goal is to publish internally developed projects from any of our 17 game development studios across the UK, US, Europe, and India, as well as third party independent game developers. We believe that games are for everyone, and that creativity has no limits. We believe quality and fun are everything.

About Sumo Group Ltd

Sumo Group’s businesses provide acclaimed development, design and publishing services to the video games and entertainment industries from studios in the UK, Europe, India and Canada.

Sumo Digital Ltd., Sumo Digital, is the Group’s primary business, it is one of the UK’s largest independent developers of AAA-rated video games providing turnkey and co-development solutions to a global blue-chip client base from studios in Sheffield, Newcastle, Nottingham, Leamington Spa and Warrington, plus Pune and Bangalore in India. BAFTA award-winning The Chinese Room in Brighton, Red Kite Games in Leeds, Lab42 in Leamington Spa, PixelAnt Games in Wroclaw, Poland and Czech Republic and Timbre Games based in Vancouver, Canada also fall under the Sumo Digital umbrella along with the award-winning design studio Atomhawk, who have bases in the UK and Canada.

Secret Mode is a video games publisher, focused on delivering fresh and new gaming experiences to players and building expansive and fulfilling communities around those games. It publishes titles developed within Sumo Group and also by independent developers.

Auroch Digital is a Bristol-based videogame developer and publisher with a focus on original IP creation.

In celebration of its inclusion in the 19th Asian Games, PUBG MOBILE is bringing players a competitive and new in-game off-roading experience!

LONDON – AUGUST 23RD, 2023 – PUBG MOBILE, one of the world’s most popular mobile games, has just launched a special Off-Road Racing gameplay mode, created to give players a thrilling and competitive experience ahead of the upcoming 19th Asian Games. Taking inspiration from high-octane, real-world sports like skydiving, off-roading and target shooting, the new mode puts reactions, teamwork, and resilience to the ultimate test!

Available in PUBG MOBILE beginning today, the new Off-Road Racing mode pits four teams of four against each other in a race unlike any other. Set on the Miramar map, players will participate in a multi-stage race, facing a variety of skill challenges at every step. Teams will start the race by skydiving into their starting positions before taking up the wheel for the Vehicle Racing Stage and driving through four ‘Check Stations’ before reaching the finish line. Maintaining the car’s balance and speed control will be key whilst teams strategies together to plan the optimal route for success.

Once reaching a Check Station, players will have their accuracy and reactions tested as they shoot down moving, flying and retracting targets to score enough points to advance. Players will need to pay close attention as some targets will be worth more points than others. The faster a team can clear a Check Station, the closer they will get to victory.

Speed is vital in this mode. Vehicle boosts can be earned by shooting roadside targets in-between Check Stations, enabling potentially nail-biting comebacks as teams make a dash for the finish line. The team that passes the finish line first will win.

Held every four years and recognised by the International Olympic Committee, the Asian Games attract the top athletes from across Asia.  In September 2023 and for the first time ever, competitors at the 19th Asian Games will go head to head in the specially designed PUBG MOBILE Asian Games Version, based on the Off-Road Racing gameplay mode, for a chance to take home the gold medal.

Players can try their hand at the Off-Road Racing gameplay mode in PUBG MOBILE now before cheering on the professional athletes as they compete in the 19th Asian Games next month. Those who take on the new mode will also earn bonus PUBG MOBILE in-game rewards!

PUBG MOBILE is available to download for free on the App Store and Google Play Store.

About PUBG MOBILE

PUBG MOBILE is based on PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the phenomenon that took the world of interactive entertainment by storm in 2017. Up to 100 players parachute onto a remote island to battle in a winner-takes-all showdown. Players must locate and scavenge their own weapons, vehicles, and supplies, and defeat every player in a visually and tactically rich battleground that forces players into a shrinking play zone.

LONDON, UK – August 23, 2023 – Become a god, create a new world and defend your civilization from raiders, natural disasters and mythical monstrosities in These Doomed Isles, a survival city-builder with roguelike deckbuilding mechanics, releasing on Steam Early Access on September 25th.

Published by Fireshine Games, the indie publishing team behind hit titles Core Keeper, Shadows of Doubt and more, These Doomed Isles will launch into Early Access with three playable gods – Cernunnos, the Celtic god of nature; Plutus, the Greek god of wealth; and Acan, the Mayan god of wine – each with their own unique units, buildings, cards and abilities. Additional playable gods will be introduced throughout the Early Access period, ahead of the game’s 1.0 launch in 2024.

In These Doomed Isles, players must raise islands, build settlements, and answer their followers’ prayers to lead them to victory in strategic run-based gameplay. Craft your deck of cards to discover powerful synergies capable of bringing your followers bountiful harvests or raining devastation down upon your enemies.

Players can try These Doomed Isles today by jumping into These Doomed Isles: The First God, a prologue chapter featuring Cernunnos, the Celtic god of nature. Start your journey in These Doomed Isles: The First God now and transfer your progress over to the Early Access version of These Doomed Isles when it launches next month.

GAME FEATURES:

• Raise Islands – In this survival city-builder, you are a god who must build & defend island settlements. Use your powers to harvest resources, provide shelter for your followers & protect your settlement from attacks, plague, starvation & more. Place land to expand, but beware of what lurks beyond the horizon…
• Wield The Power Of A God – Wield each god’s unique powers and make use of powerful cards to lead your civilization to survival. Rain meteors on invaders or stir up a storm to sink them at sea. Stack up powerful status effects to make sure your enemies think twice about invading again.
• Build Your Settlement – Build homes for your followers, carefully manage their requirements and give them the tools they need to exploit the environment you’ve created.
• Harvest Cards – Manage your deck to ensure you can thrive (or, at the very least, survive) until the next harvest. Discover powerful synergies with over 250 cards to play with.
• Survive – Will you survive these doomed isles? Face increasing challenges as waves of invaders and powerful bosses attempt to undo all of your hard work, turning your settlement to rubble and crushing your followers who dare to stand in their way. Learn from your failures and perfect your strategies to complete your followers’ prayers and reign victorious.

Add These Doomed Isles to your Steam Wishlist now to be notified of the game’s Early Access launch on September 25th.

About Triplevision Games

Triplevision Games Limited is a tiny gamedev studio with big ideas. We’re focused on creating games with character that push classic genres in new directions.

About Fireshine Games 

Fireshine Games is a global publisher of digital and physical videogames based in London, England. Originally established in 2014 under the name Sold Out, Fireshine Games works with studio giants such as Team 17, Rebellion and Frontier Developments as well as introducing new indie dev studios to the world like Pugstorm, Stonewheat & Sons, Spiral Circus, ColePowered Games and many more – publishing for physical and digital distribution. Fireshine is also part of the EG7 group of companies.

Explore, Rebuild, and Retake the Mines of Moria Alone or With a Fellowship of Friends This October; Xbox Series X|S Release Coming Early 2024

SAN RAFAEL, Calif. — Aug. 23, 2023 — Independent developer Free Range Games and publisher North Beach Games today announced the release date for their highly anticipated co-op survival crafting title, The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, which will welcome Dwarves into the storied mines on Oct. 24 with a digital release for the PlayStation®5 computer entertainment system and Windows PC version via the Epic Games Store. The game will see a physical release for the PS5™ at retail on Dec. 5, and is scheduled to release for the Xbox Series X|S console systems in early 2024. Eager adventurers can pre-order the title digitally starting today on PC via the Epic Games Store or wishlist the game on the PlayStation®Store for PS5™. Set in the Fourth Age of Middle-earth™, the epic fantasy world created by J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria follows the Dwarves as they embark on unique adventures to reclaim and restore their Dwarven homeland of Moria.

The story of The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria takes players beyond the books and into the Fourth Age of Middle-earth, the fantastical world created by J.R.R. Tolkien. Summoned to the Misty Mountains by Lord Gimli Lockbearer, players take control of a company of Dwarves tasked to reclaim the lost spoils from the Dwarven homeland of Moria—known as Khazad-dûm or Dwarrowdelf—in the depths below their very feet. Their quest will require fortitude and teamwork, delving deep into the Mines of Moria to recover its treasures and in the hopes of one day restoring them to their former glory.

In The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria players will create their own custom Dwarf before venturing into the cavernous mines of Moria alone or together with a company of fellow Dwarves online. Each adventure into the depths will bring unique challenges and opportunities through the use of procedurally generated environments, creating nearly endless possibilities as players seek the deepest delves of the Dwarves. As they venture ever deeper, the Dwarves will need to ensure their metal is ready to meet the dangers that lie within, crafting resilient armors and finely honed weapons capable of protecting against and defeating all manner of goblin, arachnoid, or more mysterious foes they may encounter. Excavate the mysteries of the Misty Mountains, extract precious metals prized by Dwarves, rebuild and refire forges that have long since gone cold, and learn the secret of the Shadow that lurks within.

Developed by Free Range Games and Published by North Beach Games, The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moriawill launch on Oct. 24 for Windows PC via the Epic Game Store and PlayStation®5, and will release on Xbox Series X|S in early 2024. For more information about The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria, visit ReturnToMoria.com.

For additional details, follow the developer Free Range Games at their official website and follow them on Twitter, TikTok, and YouTube. For more information on publisher North Beach Games please visit their official website.

About Free Range Games:

Free Range Games, headquartered in Sausalito, California, is a video game developer founded in 2009 by veteran developers and longtime collaborators. Free Range Games’ mission is to make games people find meaningful, memorable, and fun. The company developed and published Spelldrifter, recently worked on Oddworld: Soulstorm, and worked with Striking Distance Studios to help bring to life their vision for The Callisto Protocol. Free Range Games has a portfolio that spans PC, VR, consoles, and mobile devices. To learn more about Free Range Games visit the website at: https://www.freerangegames.com.

Oddworld: Soulstorm, Striking Distance Studios and The Callisto Protocol are the property of their respective owners and used with permission.

About North Beach Games:

North Beach Games publishes PC and console games with a focus on the survival crafting and role-playing categories. The company’s mission is to partner with and empower the world’s best independent developers and studios. Based San Rafael, CA, North Beach Games is comprised of industry veterans with a wide range of experience in publishing, marketing and game development. Most recently, North Beach Games has co-published Stranded Deep for console in partnership with Beam Team Games and provided publishing services for 7 Days to Die with The Fun Pimps.

About Middle-earth Enterprises:

Middle-earth created by J.R.R. Tolkien is the definitive, deepest, richest and most beloved fantasy world of our time.  As its stewards and custodians, our goal is to consistently deliver a wealth of great content in both new, and known formats; to ensure Middle-earth’s rightful place as the world’s leading fantasy IP and brand, forever. Inspired by our deep appreciation for the fictional world created by Professor Tolkien, we are dedicated to working with those providing highest quality products in accordance with best green business and sustainability practices, including fair trade, equality in the workplace, and a commitment to protect our earth, its wondrous beauty and the viability of every living creature. Middle-earth Enterprises was acquired by the Embracer Group in 2022, and has been producing and licensing films, merchandise, electronic games, services, and live stage productions based upon The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit books, for more than half a century. www.middleearth.com.

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