The Last Explorer is a relaxing game where you discover an alien world, study and befriend creatures and take beautiful photos along the way.

I always found myself using the camera often in other games trying to take some good looking photos as a way to relax, I made The Last Explorer with this idea. On your quest you’ll be encouraged to just take a moment to stand still, relax and take some awesome photos!

The steam page

Using your camera you’re able to study creatures and eventually befriend them, or if you want to you can first focus on discovering what happened to the space ship and how you ended up on this alien planet.

And if you want to try something else you can always try accepting quests and minigames from the aliens on the island.

The Last Explorer really focuses on letting the player choose what they want to do or where they want to go next, giving a feeling of freedom!

The Last Explorer was solo developed and has full xbox controller and Steam Deck support

Features:

• A beautiful open world you can explore any way you want
• Complex creatures to study and befriend
• Small side quests
• A highly customizable camera system
• Many interesting camera effects
• Old spaceship wreckage to learn more about
• A mystery to uncover
• Land, Air and Water creatures
• Xbox controller support

As Dune: Part 2 hits theaters, Funcom debuts the Dune: Awakening Direct series of showcases, revealing an Arrakis unseen by the camera, and the freedom players will experience in Open World Survival MMO Dune: Awakening.

Oslo, Norway – March 4, 2024 – Funcom is proud to reveal a brand-new trailer and featurette for Dune: Awakening, premiered in the first of a new showcase series, Dune: Awakening Direct. Hosted by the prominent Soe Gschwind, the fifteen-minute show dropped spectacular new footage of the open-world survival MMO, where you will fight to survive on the most dangerous planet in the universe.

After announcing Dune: Awakening back in 2022, Funcom has kept its cards close to its chest. With the release of Dune: Part 2 this weekend, however, the developers are finally ready to uncover what has been growing beneath the sand’s surface this whole time.

In Creating Worlds: From Book to Film to Game, Funcom takes us on a breathtaking journey into the heart of Arrakis, featuring never-before-seen footage from the game. Interviews with Greig Fraser, academy award-winning Cinematographer on Villeneuve’s Dune Part 1 and 2, and Funcom Creative Director, Joel Bylos, reveal the creative overlap between Dune: Awakening and the recent movies. Get a glimpse at what it takes to bring the ultimate Dune fantasy to life.

Following Creating Worlds, the Survive Arrakis Trailer explodes out of the sand with colossal sandworms and soaring ornithopters. Gather materials to build your base in the style of your choosing, explore the deadly deserts in a variety of vehicles, learn deadly techniques and abilities from the Great Schools of the Imperium, and rise from survival to dominance. Witness the awesome scale and freedom of a living Arrakis.

Dune: Awakening combines the grit and creativity of survival games with the social interactivity of a large, persistent multiplayer game to create a unique and ambitious open-world survival MMO. Dune: Awakening is more sandbox than theme park. The emphasis lies in the freedom it offers in choosing and pursuing your goals, and the emergent moments that arise as they clash with that of other players.

In Creating Worlds, Joel Bylos summed up the meaning of Dune: Awakening, “Funcom as a company has been on this journey for a long time, creating multiplayer worlds where players can live out their dreams and fantasies. We were there in the beginning with massively multiplayer online games. We’ve been there in the beginning with survival open-world crafting games, and Dune: Awakening is a culmination of those legacies, bringing us forward into the future. It’s a culmination of what Funcom means as a company and what we can deliver.”

This was only the first Dune: Awakening Direct, with more soon to follow, showcasing additional gameplay, interviews, and more. Dune: Awakening will come to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Sign up to the Beta now at www.duneawakening.com and wishlist the game on Steam.

ABOUT FUNCOM

Funcom is a developer and publisher of online games for PC and consoles. Funcom has provided outstanding entertainment since 1993 and continues to expand its track-record of more than twenty released games. Titles include ‘Conan Exiles‘, ‘Secret World Legends, ‘Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures’, ‘The Longest Journey’, ‘Anarchy Online’, ‘The Park’, and ‘Dreamfall: The Longest Journey’. For corporate information please visit www.funcom.com.

ABOUT LEGENDARY ENTERTAINMENT

 Legendary Entertainment is a leading media company with film (Legendary Pictures), television and digital (Legendary Television and Digital Media) and comics (Legendary Comics) divisions dedicated to owning, producing and delivering content to worldwide audiences. Legendary has built a library of marquee media properties and has established itself as a trusted brand which consistently delivers high-quality, commercial entertainment including some of the world’s most popular intellectual property. In aggregate, Legendary Pictures-associated productions have realized grosses of more than $18 billion worldwide at the box office.

To learn more visit: www.legendary.com

ABOUT FRANK HERBERT

Frank Herbert (1920 – 1986) created the most beloved novel in the annals of science fiction, DUNE, winner of both the Hugo and Nebula Awards. He was a man of many facets, of countless passageways that ran through an intricate mind. His magnum opus is a reflection of this, a classic work that stands as one of the most complex, multi-layered novels ever written in any genre. Today the novel is more popular than ever, with new readers continually discovering it and telling their friends to pick up a copy. It has sold tens of millions of copies worldwide, in more than 40 languages.  Today his literary legacy is managed by his son Brian Herbert, and grandchildren Kim Herbert and Byron Merritt.

The early access title will launch on Steam in Q1 of 2024

March 4th, 2024 – Get ready for a brand-new FPS experience with Eldorado FPS, the upcoming first-person shooter game from Fresh-AF where the pulse of first-person shooter excitement meets endless possibilities for strategy and competition.

Designed for those who thrive in the heat of battle, Eldorado FPS is a playground for both casual players and hardcore FPS enthusiasts. The game features a low-poly graphical style with a ton of content through its many different game modes and a vast arsenal of guns. Available game modes include Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, the fan-favorite Gun Mode, and even a Zombie Survival mode.

When asked about why they chose to go with an early access approach for the launch of their upcoming game, Fresh AF had this to say:

“Our decision to launch ‘Eldorado FPS’ in Early Access stems from our commitment to community-driven development. We recognize the invaluable role players play in refining and enhancing the gaming experience. Early Access provides us with a unique opportunity to collaborate with our community, gather feedback, and implement changes that will significantly impact the game’s evolution. 

In Eldorado FPS, each player has access to a loadout system where they can choose and customize their weapons. Beyond the selection of which weapons to bring into the heat of battle, they can also customize them with unique skins.

Fresh AF is committed to keeping Eldorado FPS novel and exciting. As a result, they will be introducing regular updates of new content, features, and tweaks based on community feedback. In addition, they will also create engaging events that offer unique challenges and rewards to players to keep things dynamic and fun.

Key features include:

• Several action-packed game modes
• Personalized loadouts and customization
• Zombie survival horde mode 
• Global leaderboards
• Community focused

Eldorado FPS releases as an early-access title on Steam by the end of Q1 of this year. You can wishlist the game now from their Steam page here.

Paris – March 05, 2024 – Microids Distribution France announces a new exceptional and exclusive distribution agreement with Kalypso, renowned for its outstanding contributions in the field of strategy and simulation games.

“We are delighted about this partnership and to distribute Kalypso’s games in the French territory,” says Alexandre Breas, CEO of Microids Distribution France. “The entire team is eager to apply its expertise to support Kalypso’s development in our market, thereby providing exceptional gaming experiences to the gaming community in France.”

This collaboration pertains to upcoming Kalypso games, as well as some already available in digital format, for which Microids Distribution France will handle exclusive distribution. Notable titles among these include:

• The Inquisitor
• Dungeons 4
• Railway Empire … and many more to come!

“We are delighted to be working with Microids to distribute Kalypso Media titles across France. This distribution partnership will include all our exciting upcoming releases and some of our best recent titles, including Dungeons 4, The Inquisitor, and Railway Empire 2. Microids distribution expertise will make our titles available across all outlets and we look forward to building a long-term relationship with them.”

For more information, please visit the official website at https://www.microids.com/ .

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About Microids Distribution France

Microids Distribution France is a subsidiary of the French video game publisher Microids. This entity is dedicated to overseeing the distribution of Microids’ product catalog, games from its partners, as well as products from the company Plastoy, across all French distribution networks

About Kalypso

Kalypso Media Group GmbH is an independent publisher, developer, and distributor of interactive entertainment software, employing over 200 individuals across 10 locations in Germany, England, France, Japan, and the United States. The Kalypso Media Group includes Kasedo Games, the digital label of the Kalypso Media Group, and four development studios: Realmforge Studios (Dungeons series), Gaming Minds Studios (Railway Empire, Port Royale, Tropico 7), Claymore Game Studios (upcoming: Commandos Origins), and Bulwark Studios (Warhammer 40,000 – Mechanicus). Specialized in the development of strategy and simulation games for a global audience across multiple platforms, the Kalypso Media Group’s intellectual property portfolio includes full rights to series such as Tropico, Commandos, Port Royale, Dungeons, Sudden Strike, and Railway Empire, among others. Kalypso Media’s recent releases include Tortuga – A Pirate’s Tale, Railway Empire 2, Dungeons 4, The Inquisitor, and the upcoming Commandos – Origins in 2024. Recent releases from Kasedo Games include Sweet Dreams Alex, the console and tablet versions of Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus, and IXION (upcoming: Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop).

For more information, please visit the website www.kalypsomedia.com. 

SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada, the PvPvE Extraction Shooter developed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC will get a Closed Beta Test (CBT) available from 28^th March to 1^st April on all platforms.

The CBT will let players pick their AI companion, called a Magus, and their CRADLECOFFIN, an armed robot, to jump in different missions to collect not only AO Crystals, a rare resource, but also see a glimpse of the truth on what happened to Amasia. On the field, they will have to face the various threats on the map including other players that might be interested in their loot.

Watch the CBT trailer below:

The CBT will also offer customisation and crafting options so players can bond and grow together with their Magus while finding the best combination of weapons and CRADLECOFFIN that matches the way they like to play.

Players can register for the CBT, find more information about its content and get gameplay tips game here.

For more information about SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada and other titles from Bandai Namco Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bandainamcoeu/.  Join the conversation on X at https://twitter.com/synduality.

PlayStation Australia is happy to announce the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for March which sees racing sim thrills in the shape of EA Sports F1 23, martial arts-powered face-offs with Sifu, a slice of stealth horror in Hello Neighbor 2 and sci-fi action with Destiny 2: Witch Queen. 

All four titles will be available to PlayStation Plus members from tonight, evening of March 5 until Monday, April 1*. Let’s take a closer look at each game. 

EA Sports F1 23 | PS4, PS5

Be the last to brake in EA Sports F1 23, the official videogame of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship. A new chapter in the thrilling “Braking Point” story mode delivers high-speed drama and heated rivalries. Race wheel-to-wheel at new Las Vegas and Qatar circuits and earn rewards and upgrades in F1 World. New Red Flags add an authentic strategic element, and the 35% Race Distance feature delivers more action and excitement. Drive updated 2023 cars with the official F1 lineup with 20 drivers and 10 teams. Also, F2, the ultimate training ground for F1 is now updated with the latest 2023 Season content, including new cars and driver lineups across the paddock. Create your dream team and race to win in My Team Career Mode, compete in split-screen or the expanded cross-platform multiplayer, and be more social with the new Racenet Leagues.

Sifu | PS4, PS5 

Is one life enough to know Kung Fu? Sifu is a stylish yet gritty beat-em-up, featuring visceral hand-to-hand combat in a contemporary urban setting. From Sloclap, creators of the acclaimed PS4 fighting game Absolver, Sifu follows a young kung fu student on a path of revenge, hunting for the murderers of his family.  One against all, he has no allies and countless enemies. He will have to rely on his unique mastery of kung fu to prevail and preserve his family’s legacy.

Hello Neighbor 2 | PS4, PS5

Solve the mystery of missing kids in the rural town of Raven Brooks in this family-friendly stealth horror sequel. Hello Neighbor 2 invites players to a seemingly quiet town of Raven Brooks where everyone is hiding something. Players play as an investigative journalist looking to uncover the darkest secrets of their neighbours and solve the case of Mr.Peterson, an infamous antagonist of Hello Neighbor. Sneak around, search for clues behind the mysteries and play against complex opponents controlled by advanced neural network AIs that learn from players and all other players – the whole town is your playground now!

Destiny 2: Witch Queen** | PS4, PS5

Delve into Savathûn’s Throne World to uncover the mystery of how she and her Lucent Hive stole the Light. Learn the secrets to crafting new weapons, the new Glaive, and survive the truth within her web of lies. A twisted wonderland of corruption and splendour, Savathûn’s Throne World plays host to a fragile balance of power. From her palace to the swamp, all that she hides can be found here. Create custom weaponry with unique mod, shader, and stat combinations. Master the new Glaive weapon type and unleash powerful melee combos, projectile attacks, and a deployable energy shield.

The Finals S.O Sleek Bundle, exclusive to PlayStation Plus members

PlayStation Plus members can access a unique cosmetic bundle in The Finals, includes two different sets of military themed outfits and weapon skins:

• 2 Epic Outfits
• 12 Epic Weapon skins

Players will be able to find and download this bundle in addition to the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup on PlayStation Store. Download The Finals from PlayStation Store to access. Once downloaded, the bundle’s contents will be available in-game immediately, regardless of whether you’re a new or returning player.  

Last chance to download February’s Monthly Games

Foamstars, Rollerdrome and Steelrising are available to add to PlayStation Plus members’ game library until Monday, March 4. 

*PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup may differ in certain regions. Please check the PlayStation Store on launch day for your region’s lineup. 

**Destiny 2 is required to play Destiny 2: Witch Queen. Destiny 2 is available for download at no extra cost on PlayStation Store.

To learn more about the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for March, visit the PlayStation Blog.

For the latest PlayStation news, follow PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. 

Dark Sky presents a story-driven, turn-based RPG in a brand new sci-fi world in Q3 2024

Green Bay, WI – March 4, 2024 – Delve into a story-rich adventure of a planet on the brink of collapse in Dark Sky, a turn-based sci-fi RPG originally titled Xenotheria. Experience an exciting, narrative-driven journey featuring dynamic characters, strategic combat, and customizable deckbuilding.

From former Riot and Wargaming developers at Ganymede Games and publisher Midwest Games, Dark Sky is slated for worldwide release on PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store in Q3 2024. Check out the latest demo during the Steam Deckbuilders Fest from March 25 to April 1, 2024!

Watch the new trailer below:

Devastation reigns on the once peaceful mining planet Wolf Prime after a mysterious force pulls all spacecraft from the sky. Brave the dangerous apocalyptic landscape as Squig and Norton, modest shipyard workers who enlist a team of unlikely heroes to uncover the truth beneath the rubble. As Ganymede Games’ debut game, Dark Sky is the initial chapter in a much larger narrative universe.

Face off with fierce enemies in strategic, party-centric card battles. Create fully customized decks tailored to each of the six playable characters, combine them to inflict debilitating status effects to overpower enemies, and craft and upgrade new cards to unlock powerful abilities like burning lasers and poison darts to breach an enemy’s defenses.

Traverse colorful hand-painted environments and engage with the various opposing factions on Wolf Prime, such as the Outworld Collective Fleet, the Mining Guild, and the Runshaka death cult, exploring a compelling alien world in a race to uncover the cause of the cataclysm before Squig’s planet is torn apart.

From Ben Kvalo, CEO and Founder of Midwest Games,“The team behind Dark Sky brings impressive talent from writing to development and a deep commitment to serving players. Crossing a unique blend of game genres, their talent shows across every facet of this game. With Ganymede’s commitment to an evolved work culture and investment in their New Mexico locale, it is a meaningful partnership for all of us at Midwest Games.”

From Jerry Prochazka, CEO and Co-founder of Ganymede Games, “Our partnership with Midwest Games represents a new chapter in our quest to create games that inspire, entertain, and push the boundaries of what is possible in the gaming world. We are excited about the future and the incredible opportunities this partnership will unlock for gamers around the globe.” 

Dark Sky will be available in Q3 2024 on PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store in multiple languages. For more information, please visit Midwest Games on Twitter and Instagram, join the Dark Sky community on Discord, and search #DarkSkyGame on all social media platforms.

About Ganymede Games

Ganymede Games is an indie studio based in Las Cruces, New Mexico, with a remote-first approach. It was established in 2019 by industry veterans Jerry Prochazka and Rob Thompson, whose backgrounds include companies like Riot Games and Wargaming. Our mission at Ganymede Games is to craft immersive worlds that ignite the spirit of exploration, generate curiosity-inducing adventures, and deliver gameplay experiences that truly captivate you. Our team comprises seasoned and up-and-coming game developers who share a passion for gaming, nature, animals, and nurturing projects close to their hearts. 

You can follow Ganymede Games on Twitter and Instagram. 

About Midwest Games 

Based in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Midwest Games is a video game publisher focused on creating opportunities for the abundant talent across the Midwest and other underrepresented regions. Led by industry veterans and entertainment enthusiasts, Midwest Games believes that great games can come from anywhere. For more information, please visit www.midwestgames.com. 

For more information, visit Midwest Games on LinkedIn, and follow the team @midwestgames_co on Instagram, @midwestgamesco on Twitter, on Discord, and @midwest_games on YouTube.

PC demo now available during the Metroidvania Fusion Steam event. 

Spain – 4th March, 2024. Indie publisher Firenut Games is thrilled to announce Chrysolite, a narrative-driven, pixel-art 2D Metroidvania-inspired platformer, is coming to PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series S/X and Nintendo Switch in summer 2024. 

Developed by solo developer José Manuel Conesa Hernández, Chrysolite is a lovingly crafted platformer that engages players with its intriguing narrative and simple, yet challenging gameplay and uses hand-drawn illustrations to advance the narrative. 

Chrysolite will be participating in the Metroidvania Fusion Steam Event running from 4 -11 March, where fans can download the very first demo for the game for free as well as try out other exciting indie Metroidvana inspired indie games. Chrysolite is available to Wishlist now! 

Watch the announcement trailer for Chrysolite below:

A brooding knight sits in front of a fire, the darkness surrounding him. His sword plunged into the ground, covered in the dried blood of his enemies. He warns you against going any further, but the intrigue of what lies beyond far surpasses your instinct of self-preservation.

Play as a young thief and explore the dangerous remains of a once-prosperous kingdom. Fight against hordes of terrifying monsters and make your way through challenging platforming sections to uncover the clues to unlock the dark story of the last days of the kingdom.

Chrysolite will launch for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S/X and Nintendo Switch in summer 2024 and will be published by Firenut Games.

About Firenut Games 

Firenut Games is a European video game publishing company for PC and Consoles that aims to support great talents and launch video games with a unique essence. Our philosophy is to produce video games focused on gamers.

TOKYO – March 4th, 2024 – Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT-, the roguelike RPG Touhou Project fan game from publisher Phoenixx and developer AQUASTYLE, rebuilds fallen kingdoms on PC via Steam on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024, as shown during today’s Tokyo Indie Game Summit.

After defeat in battle, Reimu Hakurei has fallen unconscious, waking in the pillaged Hakurei Shrine with no recollection of recent events. With the help of Touhou heroine Marisa Kirisame, embark on a quest to piece together the mystery lost to memory, and save Gensokyo from destruction at the hands of an unknown enemy. 

Defend Gensokyo alongside one of 60+ Touhou characters, each with their own distinct attributes. Dive into dungeons in search of supplies to rebuild the Hakurei Shrine to its former glory, collecting weapons, usable items, and 20 different spells along the way. 

Confront a cadre of diverse enemies including fairies, vampires , and supernatural shapeshifters that lie in wait during every dungeon dive. Strategically position the team to unleash melee strikes or ranged Danmaku attacks, and equip special spells that can deal damage across the entire screen. 

Ration rice balls and green tea to teammates to manage mana supplies, and keep an eye on Reimu’s stamina levels — she’ll receive damage over time when her levels reach zero. Advance through dungeons enacting spells to illuminate unexplored map tiles, or risk triggering traps that stun, cause blindness, spread poison among team members, or even disarm equipped gear. 

As a Touhou Project fan game title, enjoy a full-fledged Touhou experience with a star-studded voice cast and background music by Tatsuyuki Toyota (soundtrack, Super Robot Wars DD, Super Robot Wars 30).

“Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT- returns to its roguelike roots thanks to a straightforward dungeon crawl experience with tons of depth,” said JYUNYA, head of AQUASTYLE. “The story is as compelling as the gameplay, and it’s been a pleasure to work with the various artists, musicians and developers who have made this game a possibility.”

Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT-hops onto PC via Steam on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 with language options in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese. For more information, follow Phoenixx on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. 

About Phoenixx

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.

About AQUASTYLE

AQUASTYLE is both a game development studio and music production studio with multiple contributions to the Touhou universe since its inception in 2001.

Jagex launches new community-driven changes with Combat Updates and a Dev Diary launching today

Watch the Combat Update (March) Developer Diary below:

Monday, 4th March 2024, Cambridge, UK. Jagex is thrilled to announce the launch of a new update to the popular fantasy MMO RuneScape today that refines and enhances the game’s core combat systems, and delivers an improved combat experience for all RuneScape players.

Following a beta period, this update was created in collaboration with the RuneScape community and kickstarts a community-focused and more accessible chapter of the fantasy MMO, providing a strengthened combat system for players to take up arms. 

Find out more about today’s update in the newest Dev Diary: Combat Updates (see video above) which outlines what players can expect from the revitalised combat system, as well as a host of other great new improvements to enhance the overall RuneScape experience, with the players deeply at the heart of the game.

Combat Updates (March) Includes:

• An enhanced combat system with major improvements to core game mechanics, including Hit Chance, Damage Potential, Crit Strikes and Damage Caps.
• A revamped melee system, providing more accessible combat styles to players while still maintaining the heat of the action.
• Additional miscellaneous improvements including a new channel bar and tooltip updates.
• Continuation of the combat improvements made to the game, strengthening the strong relationship between RuneScape and the community, opening up further player-driven changes and improvements. 

For players old and new, Combat Updates promises to deliver a sharper, more enjoyable gameplay experience alongside additional quality of life improvements that improve the quality of RuneScape’s combat for everyone.

Check out the full patch notes from today’s update here. RuneScape is available now on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android, complete with cross-platform progression and play on PC and mobile. 

About RuneScape  
Celebrating more than twenty years of adventures and acclaimed by PC Gamer as “one of the most endearing and unique MMOs available”, RuneScape is an ever-expanding, community-driven game that’s bursting with activity and life. Today RuneScape is one of the world’s longest-running online games, with over 300 million player accounts. 

Set in a medieval fantasy land, players embark on epic journeys through a vast sandbox world that’s full of gods, warring races, unexplored dungeons, and glittering riches. Propelled by the game’s narrative, choose your own path through enthralling quests, and progress through 28 diverse skills to shape a single character in a classless world. RuneScape is available across PC, iOS and Android devices.

About Jagex

A leader in creating deep and engaging live games on PC and mobile, Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 320 million player accounts to its world and is a $1.5 billion lifetime revenue franchise. Today the RuneScape franchise exists beyond live operations; our titles are forever games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds. Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly active worlds and our community-focussed development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped.   

Jagex has expanded with the acquisitions of Pipeworks and Gamepires, bringing its expertise in building forever games to SCUM, a multi-million selling open-world survival title in Steam Early Access. Jagex employs more than 700 people globally, and is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom.