Starfield Direct | New Starfield Gameplay & Information Unveiled

During today’s Starfield Direct, Bethesda Game Studios revealed new Starfield gameplay and information. The studio pulled back the curtain on new systems, features, characters, and stories players will discover as they chart their own course amongst the stars.

Along with a wealth of new gameplay, the Direct revealed the Constellation Edition and Premium Edition. Players who purchase either edition will be granted up to 5 days early access to the game.

Starfield Direct: twitch.tv/videos/1843662818

Starfield is the first new universe in over 25 years from Bethesda Game Studios, the award-winning creators of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim® and Fallout® 4. In this next generation role-playing game set amongst the stars, create your character and explore with unparalleled freedom as you embark on an epic journey to answer humanity’s greatest mystery.  

In the year 2330, humanity has ventured beyond our solar system, settling new planets, and living as a spacefaring people. You will join Constellation – the last group of space explorers seeking rare artifacts throughout the galaxy – and navigate the vast expanse of space in Bethesda Game Studios’ biggest and most ambitious game. 

Along the way you will join in the adventures of various factions; pilot and customise your own ship; explore planets and discover their local flora, fauna, and resources; build outposts; and master a refined combat system to deal with threats of all kinds. 

Constellation Edition and Premium Edition

Starfield Constellation Edition includes:

• Starfield Base Game
• Shattered Space Story Expansion (upon release)  
• *Up to 5 days early access 
• **Starfield Chronomark Watch and Case 
• ***SteelBook® Display Case  
• Constellation Skin Pack: Equinox Laser Rifle, Spacesuit, Helmet and Boost Pack
• Access to Starfield Digital Artbook & Original Soundtrack  
• **Constellation Patch
• Credit Stick with Laser-Etched Game Code  

*Actual play time depends on purchase date and is subject to possible outages and applicable time zone differences.  
**Disclaimer: Phone connectivity limited. The Starfield Chronomark watch does not transmit phone calls, does not support cellular service, and is not a touch screen device.
***Only available at select retailers.

Starfield Premium Edition includes:

• Starfield Base Game   
• Shattered Space Story Expansion (upon release)   
• *Up to 5 days early access   
• Constellation Skin Pack: Equinox Laser Rifle, Spacesuit, Helmet and Boost Pack 
• Access to Starfield Digital Artbook & Original Soundtrack  

*Actual play time depends on purchase date and is subject to possible outages and applicable time zone differences.  

All active Game Pass members as well as players who pre-order Starfield will receive the “Old Mars Skin Pack” in-game bonus items, which includes:

• Laser Cutter  
• Deep Mining Helmet  
• Deep Mining Pack  

Starfield Limited Edition Wireless Xbox Controller and Headset

Bethesda Game Studios teamed up with the Xbox hardware team to create a Limited Edition Starfield Xbox controller and headset. The controller features full side and back grips that resemble the panels of a spaceship as well as a metallic bronze directional pad. The faceplate is accented with Constellation colours and printed with a control scheme inspired by your ship, the Frontier.

The first ever custom headset created by Xbox, the Starfield Limited Edition Xbox headset is the perfect companion for the controller. Like the triggers on the controller, this headset sports a matching transparent and metallic bronze mic boom. Both the headset and controller are available now for purchase on Xbox.com.  

Starfield releases September 6 on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Players can pre-order now or play day one with Game Pass. Pre-ordering either the Premium or Constellation Edition will grant players up to five days early access to the game, dependent on purchase date and subject to possible outages and applicable time zone differences.

To learn more about Starfield you can check out the official website.

For more information head over to the Bethesda News site

Gorgeous hand-drawn Metroidvania coming to PC, consoles this year

SAN FRANCISCO — June 11, 2023 — Ebenezer and The Invisible World, a hand-drawn Metroidvania fantasy reimagination of Charles Dickens’ classic ghost story, A Christmas Carol, from Orbit Studio and Play on Worlds, kicked off Christmas in June with a reveal trailer debuting at the PC Gaming Show. The ghosts of Christmas Nintendo, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam will visit everyone later this year. Play the demo today on Steam.

After his haunting visits from Jacob Marley and the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come, Ebenezer Scrooge’s eyes have been opened to the invisible world. He now sees ghosts chained to the mortal world crowding the streets of Victorian-era London. Many seek Ebenezer’s help. Play as miser-turned-hero Ebenezer Scrooge in a story-rich, supernatural fantasy adventure where Christmas spirit and frightening phantoms collide.

On a dark, wintery night, a benevolent spirit warns Ebenezer of a sinister threat looming over London: the Malthus family. Led by Caspar Malthus, the family dreams of a power source able to render the working class irrelevant and susceptible to their wealthy overlords. If anyone can show the Malthus bloodline the error of their greedy ways, it’s Ebenezer.

However, other forces at play seek to keep Ebenezer and his spectral allies from achieving their goal. Unrepentant ghosts, the Malthus Private Guard, Caspar Malthus, a mysterious Dark Spirit, as well as menacing bosses and mini-bosses will test his resolve.

Set off on a journey to save the people of London from Caspar Malthus and a legion of unrepentant ghosts. Encounter friendly spirits, each with a personal story and quest. Help these ghostly allies, then summon them to help defeat enemies or overcome insurmountable obstacles. Glide through the air, smash through walls, defy space and time with teleportation, and combat enemies with the ghosts of a mountaineer, soldier, prisoner, harpoonist, trapeze artist, astronomer, and many more. Over a dozen unique spirits await Ebenezer’s call.

Explore a meticulously hand-drawn Victorian-era London adapted into a non-linear Metroidvania map full of secrets. Uncover hidden rooms and pathways to unlock powerful, game-changing Heirlooms and master a variety of ghostly weapons. Beyond the snow-covered streets, discover the mysteries of magical observatories, forgotten passageways, experimental facilities, advanced technology factories, and even ghostly realms beneath the city.

“Ebenezer and the Invisible World explores the premise of a London filled with ghosts like Jacob Marley,” said Carlos Martin, Founder at Play on Worlds. “In a world inspired by A Christmas Carol, Victorian-era London has become a spectral playground filled with ghosts, friend and foe, and each one you meet has great power.”

Ebenezer and The Invisible World will arrive later this year on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5|4, Xbox Series X|S|One, and PC via Steam. For more information, visit the game’s official website, follow the team on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Reddit, join the community on Discord, and search for #EbenezerGame on social media.

About Play on Worlds

Play on Worlds is a video game company that produces high-quality indie budget games committed to excellence in gameplay and deep universes. The team’s first commercial release is Ebenezer and the Invisible World, a supernatural, fantasy adventure based on Charles Dicken’s classic ghost story, A Christmas Carol.

About Orbit Studio

Orbit Studio was founded in 2016 by a group of passionate game developers with a shared vision of creating captivating and innovative game experiences. Over the years, Orbit has grown from a small indie team to an award-winning, full-fledged game development studio.

Spider hunting sequel announced at PC Gaming Show; Steam Early Access in 2023, consoles in 2024

SEATTLE — June 11, 2023 — Kill It With Fire 2, the sci-fi inspired sequel to the first-person spider-hunter from developer Casey Donnellan Games and publisher tinyBuild, battles even more creepy crawlers – this time in space! The sequel arrives on PC via Steam Early Access in Q4 2023 and on PlayStation 4|5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2024, as announced during the PC Gaming Show.

The blowtorch had been stowed away, and there was finally a chance to breathe and enjoy some well-earned peace. Well, until spiders stopped being just an “Earth problem” — now they’re attempting to take over the entirety of time and space as we know it. So get those fires blazing and don that spacesuit because Kill It With Fire 2 is here, and the spiders are bigger and badder than ever.

Stop the eradication of the universe by using interdimensional travel to defeat these highly powerful new spiders. Step into the shoes of The Exterminator once more, taking every measure possible to destroy the eight-legged freaks. Learn the sordid tale of how these nearly unkillable spiders were created. Work alongside the capable A.I. Darwin to finally demolish the spiders he’s been trying to take down for centuries. 

“If the spiders on Earth were scary, then the spiders awaiting termination among the cosmos are beyond horrifying,” said Casey Donnellan, solo developer of Kill It With Fire and Kill It With Fire 2. “This astronomically adventurous sequel explores the depths of the multiverse with new worlds, time travel, and a new story that eager exterminators will love!”

Kill It With Fire 2 launches on PC via Steam Early Access in 2023 and on PlayStation 4|5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2024.

To stay up to date with the latest updates, visit Kill It With Fire 2’s official website and follow @tinyBuild and @KIWF_Game on Twitter.

About Casey Donnellan Games

Casey Donnellan is an independent game developer and former AAA developer. After graduating from SMU Guildhall in 2012, he spent several years as an engineer at Certain Affinity before helping to found Rooster Teeth Games. Shipped titles include DOOM (2016), RWBY: Grimm Eclipse, Vicious Circle, and Age of Booty: Tactics. Casey lives with his wife, dog, and two cats in Austin, Texas. He does not like spiders.

About tinyBuild

tinyBuild is a global video game publisher and developer focused on creating long-lasting, sustainable franchises across multiple media formats. Responsible for over 70 titles including Hello Neighbor, Graveyard Keeper, and Potion Craft, the company has a dozen development studios spread across the US, EU, Serbia, and Ukraine.

Earlier today, during the Xbox Games Showcase and Starfield Direct Double Feature, Xbox showed its most ambitious line-up of games yet.  

The showcase – which you can watch on-demand here.

Featured 27 games players can look forward to on Xbox – from next-gen titles and never-before-seen exclusives like Clockwork Revolution and South of Midnight, as well as exciting updates from Fable, Forza Motorsport, and Avowed. Players also got a look at never-before-seen content from Starfield, the highly anticipated RPG from Bethesda Game Studios. Following the new content revealed from Starfield, Xbox announced that the Starfield Limited Edition Xbox wireless controller and headset are available later today for purchase. You can also view Starfield Direct here. 

For more information on everything revealed at the Xbox Games Showcase and Starfield Direct Double Feature, please check out the full recap on Xbox Wire,as well as deeper looks at a number of titles featured in the show in dedicated posts across Xbox Wire.   

Xbox also announced a new addition to its console family: theXbox Series S – 1TB in Carbon Black, which will be launching worldwide on Sept. 1, just in time for Starfield. Pre-orders for the console will open later today at Xbox.com and MicrosoftStore.com. 

To learn more about some of the latest reveals you saw today and even more Xbox content, tune in to the Xbox Games Showcase Extended on Wednesday, June 14 at 03 am AEST/ 05 am NZST, where we will share in-depth interviews for key titles from our Xbox Games Showcase, as well as game updates and news from our partners. Some of the content you can expect from the show includes: 

• Avowed Game Director Carrie Patel shares more insights on the game following its gameplay trailer reveal at Xbox Showcase 
• A behind-the-scenes look at the performance capture tech powering Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II 
• Get an exclusive look behind the scenes of the Microsoft Flight Simulator – Dune Expansion 
• An in depth look at the newly revealed Towerborne from Xbox Game Studios Publishing and Stoic 

If you would like assets from the events (screenshots, logos, fact sheets, artwork, etc.), Xbox has a new Xbox Press Portal. If this is your first time on the new Press Portal, you will be asked to register, and a password will be provided to you in email within 48 hours. If you require assets sooner, please let us know and we will assist as quickly as possible.  

CD PROJEKT RED has announced today at the Xbox Games Showcase that Phantom Liberty, the upcoming spy-thriller expansion for their open-world action-adventure RPG Cyberpunk 2077, will be launching on September 26th, 2023. The announcement was accompanied by a brand new trailer featuring key story beats, characters, location, as well as new content coming with the expansion.

In Phantom Liberty, players once again take on the role of V, a cyberpunk for hire, as they embark on a mission to save the President of the New United States of America after her orbital shuttle is shot down over the deadliest district of Night City — Dogtown. What follows is a deep dive into an intricate story of espionage and political intrigue which connects the highest echelons of power with the brutal world of black-market mercenaries. The stakes are larger than life, but so is the reward — your very survival.

Watch the Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty Official Trailer

The full-fledged expansion to Cyberpunk 2077 features a hard-hitting spy-thriller adventure to embark on set in a brand new location. Over the course of the new story players will meet and work with new characters, including FIA sleeper agent Solomon Reed, played by Idris Elba. Among the returning cast is Keanu Reeves, reprising his role as rebel-rockerboy Johnny Silverhand. The expansion also comes with a slew of new content, including new quests, gigs, and gig types; new vehicles, tech, cyberware, and weapons; a brand new Relic skill tree for even more freedom for crafting one’s own unique playstyle, and more.

Learn more about Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty

Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty is coming to Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC (GOG, Steam, Epic Games Store) on September 26th 2023. Pre-orders for the expansion are now available across all platforms, including a Cyberpunk 2077 & Phantom Liberty bundle including the expansion and base game, the latter being required to play Phantom Liberty. Anyone who pre-purchases Phantom Liberty will receive a special bonus — early access to the Quadra Sport R-7 “Vigilante” upon the expansion’s launch, with PlayStation users additionally receiving 3 premium PlayStation Network profile avatars.

Pre-order Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty

For more information regarding Cyberpunk 2077, including the Phantom Liberty expansion, visit the official website, as well as follow the game on Facebook and Twitter

About Cyberpunk 2077
Cyberpunk 2077 is a narrative-driven, open world RPG set in the most vibrant and dangerous metropolis of the future — Night City. The game follows the story of V, a hired gun on the rise in a world of cyberenhanced street warriors, tech-savvy netrunners and corporate life-hackers. Featuring CD PROJEKT RED’s hallmark concept of choices and consequences, players will face difficult decisions that ripple through the entire game. Winner of over 200 awards, Cyberpunk 2077 is set in the universe of the classic pen & paper RPG system, Cyberpunk 2020.

About CD PROJEKT RED
CD PROJEKT RED is a game development studio founded in 2002. It develops and publishes video games for personal computers and video game consoles. The studio’s flagship titles include The Witcher series of games, Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales, GWENT: The Witcher Card Game, and the futuristic AAA role-playing game — Cyberpunk 2077, upon which the Netflix anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, created by CD PROJEKT RED and Studio Trigger, is based. Together with GOG.COM, a game store offering hand-picked titles for PC and Mac, CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT Group. CD PROJEKT S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).

Become the Galaxy’s Most Wanted Scoundrel in the First Open-World Star Wars™ Game

LOS ANGELES — June 11, 2023 — Today at the Xbox Games Showcase, Ubisoft, in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, announced that Star Wars Outlaws, the first open-world Star Wars game, is launching on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PlayStation 5 and Windows PC through Ubisoft Connect in 2024.

A first look at Star Wars Outlaws gameplay will be shown during Ubisoft Forward on Monday, June 12 at 10:00am PDT / Tuesday, June 13 at 3:00am AEST and can be watched on YouTube (youtube.com/Ubisoft) or Twitch (twitch.tv/ubisoft).

With development led by Massive Entertainment*, Star Wars Outlaws will invite players to experience the Star Wars galaxy like never before through an original story set between Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back™ and Star Wars: Return of the Jedi™. As the Galactic Empire relentlessly pursues the final defeat of the Rebel Alliance, the criminal underworld thrives. Fans will play as cunning scoundrel, Kay Vess, brought to life by Humberly González, and her loyal companion Nix, played by Dee Bradley Baker (Star Wars: The Bad Batch™), as they attempt one of the greatest heists the Outer Rim has ever seen. Seeking the means to start a new life, players will join Kay and Nix as they fight, steal, and outwit their way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates and join the galaxy’s most wanted.

“When we first imagined the first open-world Star Wars game, we explored where and when it could take place, and quickly realized that we had all the right ingredients for the journey of a scoundrel. These outlaws live life under the thumb of the Galactic Empire, but can still thrive given the opportunities that the criminal underworld opens up for people looking to take advantage of the turmoil,” said Julian Gerighty, Creative Director at Massive Entertainment. “The time is ripe for a new outlaw to make their name, and Kay Vess is written in the stars.”

“With Star Wars Outlaws, we’re excited to deliver the first truly open world Star Wars game, with an action-adventure story filled with characters and planets both new and well-known to the Star Wars galaxy,” said Douglas Reilly, vice president, Lucasfilm Games. “We have been working closely with the talented team at Massive Entertainment, and with their years of experience in creating richly-detailed worlds, we’re excited for fans to be able to jump into the Star Wars scoundrel fantasy like never before.”

For more information about Star Wars Outlaws, please visit: starwarsoutlaws.com

For the latest news on Star Wars Outlaws and all of Ubisoft’s games, please visit: news.ubisoft.com 

*Development partners include Ubisoft Annecy, Bucharest, Chengdu, Milan, Montpellier, Shanghai, Toronto and Paris.

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 €1,739 million. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

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Chess meets fighting games in Checkmate Showdown, a brand new co-developed title by indie studios ManaVoid Entertainment and BadRez Games. The game was officially announced today during the OTK Games Expo, where viewers were treated to an explosive Announcement Trailer. The teams also took the opportunity to launch a new Kickstarter campaign to help bring the game to the next level.

Inspired by the rising popularity of chessboxing, competitive chess streaming and the new golden age of fighting games, Checkmate Showdown is an online multiplayer competitive game mixing the strategical elegance of chess with the fast-paced execution of fighting games.Through its innovative dual-leveled gameplay, it will truly challenge players to a competition of mind and spirit.

Developed by a team of passionate fighting game players, Checkmate Showdown will feature the standard elements all fighting game enthusiasts expect with a robust combo system and a tight-knit combat approach that rewards skill over button mashing.

The game is currently slated for a PC release, with consoles (PS4/5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch) to be considered depending on Kickstarter or publishing funding.

Key features:

• True Test of Strategy & Skill: Checkmate Showdown will require the player to master a broad set of skills to become the best. Learn strategies for the board and elaborate combos for the fights to make your way to the top. 
• Tactical Fighting Decision-Making: As each chess piece corresponds to a fighting game archetype, the choice of attacking with one or the other will be crucial. Strategize on the board but stay flexible as you’ll never know which type of fighter might come your way!
• Strong competition system: Checkmate Showdown is made by a team of hardcore fighting game enthusiasts who understand the importance of competition in fighting games. The game aims to feature the most up-to-date matchmaking technology and balancing to allow for friendly (or not!) competition.
• Community at Heart: Based in the center of Montreal, the development team thrives from its proximity to the local fighting game community. The game is made by fighting game enthusiasts for fighting game enthusiasts.

About ManaVoid Entertainment
Founded in 2014, ManaVoid creates video games that mix genres, themes and popular mechanics in order to create innovative and unique experiences. After launching Rainbow Billy: The Curse of the Leviathan to critical acclaim (84 Metacritic) in 2021, the team is also currently working on a roguelike city-builder titled Roots of Yggdrasil alongside Checkmate Showdown.

About BadRez Games
Founded by Mathias Theys and Jon Cote, BadRez Games is born from their shared love of fighting games but also from the realization that the genre has mechanically not evolved at the same pace as other genres. Checkmate Showdown follows this direction and aims to offer a more strategically complex competitive game than other fighting games while delivering a sensational fighting game experience!

Leamington Spa, UK – June 10, 2023 – Leading UK games publisher Kwalee is pleased to announce a publishing agreement with Spanish developer, Digital Mind S.L., to publish the upcoming 2D stop-motion action adventure game, The Spirit of the Samurai. 

In The Spirit of the Samurai, players will assume the role of Takeshi, a Japanese samurai tasked with defending his village from the relentless onslaught of an Oni bent on conquering the land with his undead army. Prepare to confront his legions of tengu, undead creatures, and the terrifying Jorogumo, all inspired by Japanese mythology. Brace yourself for a truly unique and intense stop-motion cinematic adventure. 

“Delivering high-quality games to players is our utmost priority, and The Spirit of the Samurai is a perfect embodiment of our commitment. From our initial conversations, it was clear that the team at Digital Mind S.L. possessed remarkable expertise and boundless creativity. Adding a game of such calibre to Kwalee’s portfolio brings us immense joy,” said Ben Forrester, Head of PC & Console at Kwalee.

“We were delighted to work with Kwalee as the publishing partner – a company that shares our deep passion for The Spirit of the Samurai. Their unwavering support has given us immense confidence in our project. We are absolutely thrilled to finally unveil the first trailer, and we eagerly anticipate the response it will receive,” stated Jose María Molina, Founder of Digital Mind S.L.

Watch the announcement trailer here

Wishlist the game on Steam and The Epic Games Store

The Spirit of the Samurai is coming to PC in 2024 

About The Spirit of the Samurai

A village in peril. A samurai reanimated. An Oni advancing. Fight an army of undead warriors and Japanese monsters as a human, a Kodama, and a cat in this 2D stop-motion action adventure.

Defend the Forbidden Village

Explore a meticulously crafted world alive with Japanese mythology and folklore. Wander through ruined villages, mountain caves, desolate cemeteries, and more. Battle yokai, undead monsters, and demons, all expertly rendered in a highly detailed, Ray Harryhausen-esque stop-motion style.

Three Spirits Bound by Fate

Fight through the undead hordes as three distinct characters: Takeshi, a skilled samurai; Kodama, a brave but tiny spirit; and Chisai, a warrior cat. Each interacts with the world in a different way, from intense sword combat to precise platforming and exploration.

Wield Legendary Power

Confront legions of demons armed with the weapons of ancient Japan: the iconic katana, the versatile yari spear, and the formidable bow. Unleash devastating special power attacks and combos unique to each character as you fight your way to the Oni’s castle.

About Kwalee

Kwalee is a multi-award-winning games publisher and developer based in Leamington Spa, UK, and publishes a growing catalogue of PC and console titles including Eternal Hope & Scathe, along with the upcoming titles Die By The Blade, Wildmender, ROBOBEAT, Space Chef, The Precinct and The Spirit of the Samurai. 

Founded by games industry icon and Codemasters co-founder David Darling CBE, who leads a fast-growing team of global gaming experts with studios in the UK, India, China and Portugal along with remote team members all over the world, Kwalee is on the lookout for high-quality games to publish on all platforms and encourages developers to get in touch.

Officially recognised as ‘Best Publisher’ (Mobile Games Awards 2022) and ‘Best Large Studio’ (TIGA Awards 2021), Kwalee is also an ambassador of not-for-profit organisation Women in Games and a regular supporter of the charity SpecialEffect.

About Digital Mind S.L. 

Established in 2001, DIGITAL MIND S.L. stands as an esteemed 3D animation studio renowned for its exceptional expertise. Their team of highly skilled creatives and state-of-the-art facilities enables them to cater to a diverse array of production needs. From captivating feature films and enlightening documentaries to immersive engineering simulations, compelling presentations, effective marketing materials, thrilling video games, cutting-edge virtual reality experiences, meticulous reconstructions, and any project that demands the finesse of digital animation, they offer a comprehensive range of services to bring visions to life.

Norse Roguelite Shooter ODINFALL Gets Fragnarokking New Trailer & Playable Demo

LONDON, UK – June 10, 2023 – Ragnarok was just the beginning – of the end… Ember Paw Games and Fireshine Games today revealed a brand new trailer for ODINFALL, an intense-action viking roguelite shooter coming soon to Steam.

Check out the trailer for an early look at the fragnarokking world of ODINFALL. Plus for a limited time, play the game with an exclusive playable demo on Steam. Wreak vengeance as the god-punching Cyberserker, dual-wield guns twice your size as the manic Gun Gnome, or stampede your foes as a freakin’ VIKING MOOSE.

Get Ready for Fragnarok by Watching the New Trailer:

Coming soon to Steam, ODINFALL is a furiously-fast twin-stick roguelite that follows a group of misfit Norse warriors on a journey to prevent Odin from triggering a second Ragnarok. Blast through apocalyptic wastes across procedurally-generated runs and carve your own route with destructible levels. Upgrade your character, discover outrageous weapons and customise your loadout with an endless array of mod combinations. Because the world ending once just wasn’t enough.

Full Game Features:

• Multiple unique playable characters
• Fast-paced twin-stick shooting & melee combat
• Huge assortment of outlandish weapons & an endless array of mod combinations
• Procedurally generated levels, with upgrades, abilities, skill trees & MORE
• Crazed AI robot gods!

ODINFALL is coming soon to Steam Early Access and can be added to your Steam Wishlist now.

About Ember Paw Games
Ember Paw Games is an indie game studio based in Skövde, Sweden. We want to make colorful and chunky games for you to enjoy!

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.

Leamington Spa, UK – June 10, 2023 – Leading UK games publisher Kwalee and UK based studio, Fallen Tree Games, are pleased to announce a publishing agreement for upcoming game, The Precinct. Kwalee will publish the highly anticipated title on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. 

The Precinct immerses players in a captivating experience as they navigate the richly detailed early-1980s Averno City —a single-player, top-down, action sandbox police game. Within this neon-noir action sandbox, where gangs reign over the streets and corruption taints the very fabric of the city, players will embark on a relentless quest to uncover the truth. Engaging in thrilling vehicle chases through destructible environments, they will attempt to restore order and bring justice to the troubled metropolis.

“Fallen Tree Games have a proven track record of creating excellent games which are enjoyed by the community. Our team is honoured and excited about collaborating with the talented team at Fallen Tree Games to release their next game, The Precinct,” said Ben Forrester, Head of PC & Console, Kwalee.

“We are delighted to partner with Kwalee, a renowned industry leader known for their expertise and passion in delivering exceptional gaming experiences. This collaboration will allow us to leverage their resources and support to bring our vision for ‘The Precinct’ to life on an even grander scale. We couldn’t be more excited to work hand-in-hand with Kwalee to create a police game that will captivate and delight players worldwide,” stated Joe Moulding and Lewis Boadle, Fallen Tree Games. 

Watch the announcement trailer here

Wishlist the game on Steam and the Epic Games Store

The Precinct is coming to PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2024

About The Precinct 

You are Officer Nick Cordell Jr. As a rookie beat cop fresh out of the Academy, you’re on the front line of defence for Averno’s citizens. Dive into a world of thrilling car chases, procedurally-generated crimes, and a healthy dose of 1980s noir as you protect the populace and solve the mystery of your father’s murder in the line of duty. 

Take to the Streets 

A love letter to classic cop movies, The Precinct combines police sim detail with action sandbox spectacle. Patrol the streets and respond to callouts to fight criminals petty and powerful. Choose your own tactics in thrilling chases and shootouts. Feel the shifting power struggles of Averno’s gangs in a living city full of procedurally generated crimes, from parking infractions to bank heists, street racing to drug deals. 

Hot Pursuit 

Speed through the city in intense car and helicopter chases and pursue your mark through twisting alleyways before bringing them to justice. There’s no need to be a lone wolf: You’ve got Averno’s Finest backing you up, with an in-depth support system that allows you to call in squad cars, roadblocks, spike strips, and more. 

A Sleepless City 

Explore the ever-shifting criminal underbelly of Averno City. Deal with yuppies, bums, street vendors and furious taxi drivers from the Projects to the Financial District. Chase perps through neon-lit alleys, rain-soaked streets, and grand, decaying parklands, all subject to a day/night cycle and dynamic weather. This is the 1980s East Coast in all its neon-noir glory. 

About Kwalee

Kwalee is a multi-award-winning games publisher and developer based in Leamington Spa, UK, and publishes a growing catalogue of PC and console titles including Eternal Hope & Scathe, along with the upcoming titles Die By The Blade, Wildmender and ROBOBEAT.  

Founded by games industry icon and Codemasters co-founder David Darling CBE, who leads a fast-growing team of global gaming experts with studios in the UK, India, China and Portugal along with remote team members all over the world, Kwalee is on the lookout for high-quality games to publish on all platforms and encourages developers to get in touch.

Officially recognised as ‘Best Publisher’ (Mobile Games Awards 2022) and ‘Best Large Studio’ (TIGA Awards 2021), Kwalee is also an ambassador of not-for-profit organisation Women in Games and a regular supporter of the charity SpecialEffect.

About Fallen Tree Games Fallen Tree Games is a renowned indie game development studio with a rich history of creating immersive and innovative gaming experiences. Founded in 2012, the studio was born out of the shared passion and vision of industry veterans Joe Moulding and Lewis Boadle. With a diverse portfolio of releases ranging from mobile puzzle series ‘Quell’ to epic open-world sandbox ‘American Fugitive’, the team is fully remote. Throughout their journey, Fallen Tree Games has consistently demonstrated their commitment to quality, creativity, and memorable player experiences. Their games have garnered numerous awards and nominations, earning them a loyal fanbase worldwide.