Tear down together with up to 12 players across a sprawling variety of game content, including Sandbox Mode, co-op campaign, competitive multiplayer, and endless mod experiences!

MALMÖ, Sweden – March 12, 2026 – Let’s raise a sledge and tear this thing down! Tuxedo Labs is happy today to officially release the long-awaited online multiplayer update for Teardown on PC via Steam. The largest free update for the award-winning destructible heist game since its launch, today’s MASSIVE new patch finally gives players the power to heist together in the original base game’s campaign in co-op. Players can also go head-to-head across an ever-growing number of dev- and community-made multiplayer game modes, as well as create a variety of maps, weapons, and more using Teardown’s robust collection of modding tools!

One of the community’s most highly requested features, the new online multiplayer update gives up to 12 players on Steam the freedom to experience the fully destructible, voxel-simulated world and realistic physics of Teardown together in any number of ways, including:

• Sandbox Mode: Get creative (or destructive!) with unlimited resources together in Sandbox Mode.
• Co-op Campaign: Play the base game’s campaign with 40 missions in co-op, discovering unique and emergent gameplay possibilities together.
• Competitive Multiplayer: Battle it out with multiplayer classics like Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, and Capture the Flag, both on the game’s original built-in maps, as well as on any of the many, many mod-developed maps.
• Two New Official Maps: Discover new arenas for chaos and destruction on Splitfield Estate (featuring the built-in game mode Treasure Thieves) and Cratertown, designed to be mirrored for team-based game modes.
• Explore Endless Mod Adventures: Explore an ever-growing list of multiplayer community mods via the in-game mod library, with hundreds of multiplayer mods like The Floor Is Lava, Battle Royale, Vehicle Sumo, and Prop Hunt available to play right now, and even more on the way!
• Or Make Your Own: Build your own new cooperative and competitive game modes, maps, tools, and more thanks to new multiplayer functionality in the Teardown API. The in-game modding tools make it easy to imagine and pull off your own creations and extend the Teardown experience even further.

With the entire base game’s map collection and an expansive library of community-made maps on the other end of your sledgehammer, the possibilities are nearly limitless. It’s the perfect way to hang out and smash things up with friends!

Today’s online multiplayer update for PC is only the beginning! Multiplayer is expected to arrive on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S later this year. The team also plans to release a new high-octane multiplayer racing experience for Teardown.

For more information about the game, visit TeardownGame.com.

About Tuxedo Labs

Tuxedo Labs is a tech-driven game studio in Malmö, Sweden. We are a small team of seasoned game developers creating innovative and unique games based on new technologies. Our mission is to push the limits in both game technology, interactivity and gameplay. To achieve that, we create our own tools and game engines, like it used to be. Our first game, Teardown, is based on groundbreaking voxel technology combined with destruction physics and ray tracing. www.TuxedoLabs.com

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Hertfordshire, 12^th March 2026 – KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Team NINJA dare all fans of Japanese horror to step into Minakami Village with the worldwide release of FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE, now available on PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™ 2, Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC via Steam®. To celebrate, a haunting trailer has been released, highlighting the work done on the remake of this beloved title.

FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE is a full remake of the second game in the FATAL FRAME (Project Zero) series which was originally released in 2003 for PlayStation®2 as FATAL FRAME/Project Zero II: Crimson Butterfly and is one of the most acclaimed games in the series.The title has undergone a complete overhaul to offer a haunting experience, thanks to enhanced graphics and sound. The graphical enhancements offer a higher level of detail with refined textures, striking lighting and shadow contrast, while the sound has been revamped to offer spatial audio that will immerse players deep into the action, offering a more haunting and realistic experience than ever before.

In the title, players follow twin sisters Mio and Mayu Amakura as they venture into a mysterious village, guided by a crimson butterfly. In Minakami Village, a place of unending night, Mio is separated from her sister and must search for her in order to escape, armed only with the Camera Obscura—a device that can capture the impossible and seal away wraiths that haunt the dark.

The Camera Obscura, a signature feature of the FATAL FRAME franchise, has been reworked to offer a more intense and rich experience during combat and exploration. Not only will players still be able to attack wraiths by taking photos, but they will also have access to new features such as focus, zoom and filters, as well as new Special Shots to help them inflict significant damage and repel spirits.

As fans delve deeper into the mystery of the haunted village, they will explore new locations such as the Umbral Mound and the candlelit hall of Eikado Temple, while also being able to discover more about the lore of Crimson Butterfly thanks to the brand-new ending featuring the song “Utsushie”, composed by Tsuki Amano, along with new side stories.

Among the new features, players can now hold Mayu’s hand, bringing the sisters closer than ever while restoring both Health and Spirit Power. Fans can also collect and equip Charms to gain various effects, and purify the Twin Dolls scattered throughout Minakami Village by photographing them, earning points that can be exchanged for items.

For players wishing to discover the beginning of the game before seeking to uncover the truth, a free demo of  FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE is available on all platforms. Players will venture into an abandoned house, guided by a crimson butterfly, where they will engage in terrifying encounters with wraiths, armed with the newly upgraded Camera Obscura. Saved data can be transferred over to the full game. More details about the demo are available on the official website.

Fans can now purchase the Digital Deluxe Edition, which includes the base game, the Digital Soundtrack and Digital Art Book, as well as the Digital Deluxe Bonus Set featuring the Deluxe Charm and costumes for Mio and Mayu*. A Digital Deluxe Upgrade is also available separately. Players who purchase a physical or digital version of the game before 25^th March 2026 will receive the following early purchase bonuses: Wraith Charm, Peony Hair Ornament (Red)/Peony Hair Ornament (Blue), and Kimono (Red)/Kimono (Black).

FATAL FRAME II: Crimson Butterfly REMAKE now available on PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™ 2, Xbox Series X|S and Windows PC via Steam®. The game features Japanese and English voiceovers, with text available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Japanese. *Costumes included: Lace Gloves (White)/Lace Gloves (Black), Japanese Gothic (Left Wing)/Japanese Gothic (Right Wing).

ABOUT FATAL FRAME: CRIMSON BUTTERFLY REMAKE

This title is a full remake of FATAL FRAME/PROJECT ZERO II: Crimson Butterfly, the second game in the FATAL FRAME/Project Zero series, originally released for PlayStation®2 in 2003. It is a Japanese horror adventure game that begins with twin sisters Mio and Mayu Amakura as they visit a stream from their childhood that will soon be submerged by a dam. As Mio reminisces, Mayu is lured away by a crimson butterfly, leading them to a mysterious village that has vanished from all maps—a village of vengeful spirits searching for the twin girls who once escaped their ritual. A village trapped in an endless night. As Mio searches for Mayu and tries to escape, her footsteps unknowingly retrace the village’s tragic past. Deep within the village, they uncover the terrifying truth behind the “forbidden ritual that must never be seen.”

ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO is best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warriors series, the fan-favourite NINJA GAIDEN and fighting entertainment title DEAD OR ALIVE. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of Gust, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com 

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Embark on Your Adventure in the War-Torn Continent of Gacane, Test Your Strategic Skills, and Shape Strong Bonds With Your Companions Starting Today

Lesquin, France – March 12, 2026 – Building on the success of its first installment which won over more than 2 million players, developer Spiders and NACON are proud to announce the 1.0 release of their highly anticipated RPG, GreedFall: The Dying World. The game is available starting today on PlayStation^®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

This new chapter takes place three years before the events of the first GreedFall and draws players into a world gripped by chaos: The old continent of Gacane is ravaged by war and the Malichor, an incurable disease. In a reversal of perspective from the first game, players now embody a native of the island of Teer Fradee, torn from their homeland and forcibly taken to the continent. Their quest to regain their freedom will place them at the heart of a conspiracy threatening the world’s balance.

A Deep RPG Where Every Choice Shapes Destiny

True to Spiders’ DNA, GreedFall: The Dying World offers a rich narrative experience where every decision matters. Whether through diplomacy, stealth, or force, players must navigate the intrigues of the continent’s many factions. From majestic cities like Olima to war-torn territories, players will uncover the many secrets of the Old Continent throughout their adventure.

Companions at the Heart of the Adventure

Players are never alone on their journey. Eight companions can be recruited to take part in the adventure alongside them. Much more than simple allies, they have their own stories, their own quests, and react to the decisions made by the player: it is possible to forge bonds of friendship, rivalry, or even romance with them.

Tactical, Epic, and Customizable Combat

Completely redesigned following community feedback during Early Access, the combat system is inspired by the greatest tactical RPGs like Dragon Age: Origins. The active pause usable at any time, allows you to plan your actions, give orders to your team, and take advantage of the environment. 

Furthermore, the experience is highly customizable thanks to numerous settings, including:

• Three combat types (Tactical, Immersion, Hybrid) to adapt to every playstyle.
• Three difficulty modes (Story, Adventure, Tactical) to prioritize either narrative or challenge.

GreedFall: The Dying World is a standalone adventure that can be enjoyed by newcomers and long-time fans alike, who will recognize familiar characters and locations.

Series X|S, and PC.

About NACON

A company within the BIGBEN group, NACON was created in 2019 to optimize its expertise and leverage synergies in the video game market. Comprising 16 development studios, AA game publishing, and the design and distribution of premium gaming peripherals, NACON brings 40 years of experience to benefit the world’s gaming community.

About Spiders

The development studio Spiders was created in 2008 and specialises in the development of RPGs in original universes (e.g. Bound by Flame, The Technomancer and Steelrising). GreedFall released in 2019 to critical acclaim and commercial success.

Enjoy another heart-rending, wintery tale from renowned visual novel studio, minori!

TOKYO – March 12th, 2026 – MangaGamer has released minori’s Eve of the 12 Months, and is currently offering a discount of 10% during its launch period.

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From minori, the developers of ef, eden*, Supipara, and Trinoline to name a few, comes another beautifully illustrated, wintery tale: Eve of the 12 Months. 

On one fateful Christmas Eve, Furuhata Naoto runs into a mysterious girl while out on an errand. Much to his surprise despite having no recollection of her, she seems to know him——and so our tale of intertwined stories begins. One wishes to hold onto the joy they share together, another has something to gain, and the last will stop at nothing to accomplish their goal.

Key Features:

• Minori’s signature high-production values including lip syncing and a wide variety of visual effects to enhance the visual novel presentation.
• Lucious art by minori veterans Shouna Mitsuishi, Takasaki Maco, and Yuzuna Hiyo.
• A wintery tale that tugs at your heartstrings in classic minori fashion.

For more information on Eve of the 12 Months, and other titles from MangaGamer, be sure to join the discussion on Discord or follow MangaGamer on Bluesky, Twitter and Facebook. You can also check out their blog for comments from the staff and other featured articles!

ABOUT MANGAGAMER.COM
MangaGamer.com is the world’s biggest publisher of English translated Visual Novels. Since its launch in July 2008, it has offered services where fans can download and enjoy popular Visual Novels such as 07th Expansion’s Higurashi When They Cry series,Alicesoft’s infamous Rance series, and Novectacle’s critically acclaimed The House in Fata Morgana right from their homes.

Explore 07th Expansion’s fictional post-war Japan that reeks of alcohol and gunpowder in HD and three languages!

TOKYO – March 12th, 2026 – MangaGamer has opened pre-orders for the first season of Rose Guns Days, the hit visual novel from lauded indie studio, 07th Expansion. The title is set to release on April 9th on the MangaGamer store and Steam. Customers can save 10% when they pre-order.

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Set in the aftermath of an alternate history World War II where an unprecedented natural disaster forces Japan to accept an unconditional surrender to the Sino-American allies. The country is split up and occupied by the two forces radically transforming it and its people in a matter of years, and making the Japanese strangers in their own home. Nevertheless, they united and did whatever it took to survive…

Later on, in 21st century Japan, aspiring reporter Julie Hayashibara is given an opportunity to interview the mysterious and powerful Jeanne Amakawa to learn the truth of what post-war Japan really was like.

Key Features:

• Multi-language Support: Enjoy Rose Guns Days in English, Chinese, or the original Japanese with the flick of an option in the settings menu.
• Combat Mini-games: Immerse yourself in the action with Rose Guns Days’ novel combat mini-game! Defend yourself from attacks and fight back with your own too. Aim for a high score or set the fight scenes to auto-mode and forget all about them!
• Immersive Music: With contributions from When They Cry regulars like Luck Ganriki, dai, M.Zakky and more the soundtrack is sure to draw you even deeper into the story.

For more information on Rose Guns Days, and other titles from MangaGamer, be sure to join the discussion on Discord or follow MangaGamer on Bluesky, Twitter and Facebook. You can also check out their blog for comments from the staff and other featured articles!

ABOUT MANGAGAMER.COM

MangaGamer.com is the world’s biggest publisher of English translated Visual Novels. Since its launch in July 2008, it has offered services where fans can download and enjoy popular Visual Novels such as 07th Expansion’s Higurashi When They Cry series,Alicesoft’s infamous Rance series, and Novectacle’s critically acclaimed The House in Fata Morgana right from their homes.

LOS ANGELES – MARCH 11, 2026 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, today announced that its upcoming monster-taming action RPG MONGIL: STAR DIVE will officially launch worldwide on April 15 for PC and mobile platforms.

MONGIL: STAR DIVE is the long-awaited sequel to the beloved 2013 mobile collectible RPG Monster Taming. Built with Unreal Engine 5, the title delivers high-quality cinematic storytelling, dynamic real-time combat, and a three-character tag battle system that emphasizes fast-paced action and strategic team switching.

The game features a cast of charming and distinctive characters alongside its signature “Monsterling Collection” system, which allows players to capture, collect, and synthesize monsters as companions. These Monsterlings can be equipped and combined to enhance combat performance and deepen progression strategy.

Ahead of launch, MONGIL: STAR DIVE has undergone multiple global closed beta tests to refine gameplay quality and stability. The game has also been showcased at major international gaming events including Gamescom and Tokyo Game Show, where players and media experienced hands-on demonstrations and live presentations.

At G-STAR 2025, the team drew attention by unveiling a new Korean-inspired region and characters for the first time. During GDC 2026, which is taking place in San Francisco this week, Netmarble has attracted global media attention through a collaborative on-site demo experience with Xbox and the release of new playthrough footage.

“We are focusing all of our efforts on final polishing to deliver MONGIL: STAR DIVE at the highest level of quality,” said Ken Kim, CEO of Netmarble Monster. “We will repay the anticipation of players around the world with a game that meets their expectations.”

Global pre-registration is currently underway. Players who sign up via the official website, Google Play Store, Apple App Store or other participating platforms can receive a variety of perks including the popular “Francis” character, Summoning Tickets known as “Compass of Promise” and other valuable rewards.

More information, including pre-registration and launch details, can be found on the official website, Epic Games Store page, and the game’s official social media channels.

About Netmarble Corporation

Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, RAVEN2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

PlayStation Australia is thrilled to share that the Hyperpop Collection, featuring three new striking designs for DualSense wireless controllers, is out now in Australia. 

With glossy blacks shifting into vivid neons, each finish introduces an all-new aesthetic into players’ gaming setups. The Hyperpop DualSense wireless controllers are available now from select retailers for a recommended retail price (RRP) of $134.95 AUD.

• DualSense® Wireless Controller – Techno Red
• DualSense® Wireless Controller – Remix Green
• DualSense® Wireless Controller – Rhythm Blue

To learn more about the collection’s design and inspiration, head to the PlayStation Blog.

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

This month, purge Tyranid swarms in Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, run the show on the gridiron in EA Sports Madden NFL 26, slip back into stylish heists with Persona 5 Royal, or brave a nightmarish pilgrimage in Blasphemous 2. All these titles and more are available in March’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup. And as announced in the latest State of Play, PlayStation Plus Deluxe welcomes classic arcade fighting in the form of Tekken Dark Resurrection. The full lineup will be available to play on Tuesday, 17 March, 2026. 

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalogue 

Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 | PS5 

Purge the relentless Tyranid swarms as legendary Space Marine Titus in a spectacular new campaign. Enjoy intense, gory and fast-paced third-person action with hundreds of enemies on screen, from the creators of blockbuster co-op shooter World War Z. Hold at bay the horrors of the galaxy in epic battles on far-flung planets with your deadly abilities and devastating weaponry. Uncover dark secrets to drive back the everlasting night and prove your ultimate loyalty to humanity. Defend the Imperium as your own Space Marine in endlessly brutal and replayable PvE missions supporting up to three players. Pick from six classes, unlocking new skills and cosmetics as you progress. Wage eternal war on your enemies in ferocious 6v6 PvP matches and bring glory to your faction.

EA Sports Madden NFL 26 | PS5 

Step into the All-Madden legacy this season. Experience generational playmakers, unlock rewards, and celebrate football’s greatest coach. EA Sports Madden NFL 26 leverages a new AI-powered machine learning system trained on thousands of plays from nearly a decade of real NFL data to deliver more explosive gameplay – with new player-specific traits, authentic playstyles, and adaptive counters that match on-field tendencies and strategies of NFL quarterbacks and coaches. Burst upfield like Saquon with updated player movement to reflect the explosive athleticism only the NFL can deliver.

Persona 5 Royal | PS5, PS4 

Re-join the Phantom Thieves in a massively expanded and reworked version of the critically-lauded RPG. Expanding on the original 2017 release, Persona 5 Royal comes packed with new characters, confidants, story and locations, and a new grappling hook mechanic for stealthy access to never-before-seen areas. Explore Tokyo, unlock new Personas – demons from within the dream-like dungeons that will fight for you – customise your personal Thieves Den, discover a newly added story arc, cutscenes, alternate endings, and more. Persona 5 Royal retains its signature visual style, while award-nominated composer Shoji Meguro also returns with an all-new soundtrack. Wear the mask. Reveal your truth. 

Persona 5 Royal – Ultimate Edition | PS4 

Persona 5 Royal Ultimate Edition includes the game and the Persona 5 Royal DLC Pack, including the costume, battle, and persona DLC found in the Persona 5 Royal Kasumi Costume Bundle, as well as the Persona 5 Royal Battle Bundle, and the Persona 5 Royal Persona Bundle. Prepare for an all-new RPG experience in Persona 5 Royal based in the universe of the award-winning series. Don the mask of Joker and join the Phantom Thieves of Hearts. Break free from the chains of modern society and stage grand heists to infiltrate the minds of the corrupt and make them change their ways.

Blasphemous 2 | PS5, PS4 

The second scripture in the Blasphemous series portends the return of The Penitent One. Awakened in a strange new land and displaced from his final resting place, The Penitent One is thrust back into the endless cycle of life, death, and resurrection, with no other option than to explore this perilous new world and uncover its long-forgotten secrets. Hordes of grotesque enemies stand in your way, awaiting final judgement by the brutal hand of the Penitent One, with titanic twisted bosses also lurking in the darkness, waiting for their chance to return you to the grave from whence you came. How you tackle the labyrinthian world remains at your discretion; there is no wrong turn to be made, only scores to settle.

Metal Eden | PS5 

Metal Eden is an adrenaline-rush sci-fi FPS. The advanced Hyper Unit Aska is sent on a suicide mission to rescue the citizens’ Cores from the vast monolithic city Moebius, once a hopeful new home for humanity, now turned into a deadly trap. Blast your way through the Internal Defence Corps in cybernetic warfare, confront the Engineers and uncover the mysteries of the project Eden. Dive into cybernetic warfare against the machine forces that protect the secrets of an artificial world. Fight a diverse roster of tough, agile mecha troops and elemental forces. 

Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria | PS5 

The Lord of the Rings: Return to Moria follows the Dwarves as they embark on a new adventure to reclaim their legendary home beneath the Misty Mountains. Summoned 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. Players will join forces to survive, craft, build and explore the iconic, sprawling mines. Courageous expeditioners will need to be vigilant as mysterious dangers await. Set in a procedurally generated Dwarven realm of Moria, no two adventures will be alike, and every expedition is traversable either solo or online with companions. 

Astroneer | PS5, PS4 

Reshape the ground under your feet as though it were made of clay. In Astroneer, players use their deform tool to dig, collect, shape and build anything they wish. Survive on and explore carefully crafted planets that can be entirely deformed and traversed. Our vast solar system includes 7 wondrous planets that players can travel between and explore every inch of, from the entire spherical surface, through treacherous layers of caves, all the way down to the mysterious core. Astroneer is better with friends. Group up with other players and work together to create massive industrial bases or to create fun games in the extensive creative sandbox.

PlayStation Plus Deluxe

Tekken Dark Resurrection | PS5, PS4 

The popular 3D fighting game Tekken 5 Dark Resurrection breaks out of the arcade with all-new systems and features! Experience the captivating stories of Armor King and newcomers Lili and Dragunov, unique openings and endings for each character, and even an all-new opening CG movie. Story Battle, Quick Battle, Arcade Battle, and Practice: all the modes you’ve come to expect from the series are here. Fight your way to the top of the leaderboards in Tekken Dojo, deal big damage to strike it rich in Gold Rush, or kick back with your favourite characters in a nice round of Tekken Bowl. Whether you’re in the mood for a hardcore challenge or just some casual mini-games, the options are endless. The highly acclaimed character customisation features from the previous game are also included, so use the fight money you earn to purchase items and show off your own unique style!

To learn more about the full lineup, visit the PlayStation Blog.

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

Applications for Questline: Gamescom and Questline: Online 2026 are Open

LOS ANGELES – March 11, 2026 – The IGDA Foundation in partnership with the BlG Foundation, proudly announced Lisette Titre-Montgomery as the recipient of the Gerald Lawson Award for Achievement in Game Development, presented last night during the Black in Gaming Awards at GDC, and Lex Roberts as the Eric Dybsand Scholar award recipient, recognized during the 2026 GDC Festival of Gaming.

The Gerald Lawson Award for Achievement in Game Development recognizes individuals from underrepresented communities whose work helps shape the future of the game industry. This year, the award is sponsored by the ID@Xbox Developer Acceleration Program. 

Lisette Titre-Montgomery is an award-nominated creative leader known for guiding teams through complex visual challenges via processes that allow creativity to thrive. Her work in art direction has been recognized by The Game Awards, BAFTA, and the Golden Joystick Awards, among others. She currently serves as Co-Founder of Cornerstone Interactive Studio, a new game company focused on creating innovative, engaging experiences designed for intergenerational play.

“I’m deeply honored to receive the Gerald Lawson Award and grateful to the IGDA Foundation and the Black in Gaming Awards for this recognition,” says Titre-Montgomery. “Gerald Lawson’s legacy represents the power of having a strong vision, the ability to execute, and making sure your community is SEEN as you follow along your path to excellence. Values that guide my intentions as a leader.” 

Later this week, the Eric Dybsand Scholarship Award, named in memory of one of the “original A.I. guys” at GDC, will be presented to one aspiring developer demonstrating excellence in the field of artificial intelligence. As the 2026 award recipient, Lex Roberts is a Game Tools Programmer at Media Molecule, writing editor tools and game systems that enable colleagues to realize incredible ideas. Additionally, they are a founding employee at the UK’s National Videogame Museum supporting in the design and maintenance of exhibitions, and represent the museum both locally and internationally.

“I am so excited and honoured to have been selected to receive the Eric Dybsand Memorial AI Scholarship,” says Lex. “The opportunities that I have had with the IGDA Foundation have been incredible and I am very grateful to be part of this community. I can’t wait to meet some of my peers in person, learn as much as possible and return with new ideas and inspiration.”

The IGDA-F is also providing its Questline: GDC programming for eleven talented grantees, in large part thanks to the generous support of the GDC organizers, StridePR, and companies like Meridian Studios/Apex Systems. 

Applications are now open for the 2026 Questline: Online (previously called the Virtual Exchange) and Questline: Gamescom programs through March 27th, 2026.

Questline: Gamescom is a brand-new bootcamp from the IGDA Foundation designed for aspiring founders and early-stage studio leaders who are ready to level up. Questline: Online is a six-week annual virtual development program for grantees from underrepresented communities globally. 

The 2026 program will host grantees from these four cohorts:

1. The International Scholars cohort consists of students attending or recently graduated from colleges and universities worldwide with a goal of preparing its grantees for a career in the video game industry.
2. Early Career supports game developers in their first few years in the industry, providing guidance, mentorship, and resources to help them grow, succeed, and build sustainable careers in games.
3. Velocity is for professionals looking to transition into the game industry from another nongaming-related career or industry. 
4. Next Gen Leaders supports mid-career game industry professionals as they look to transition to leadership roles in the industry. 

“Getting the opportunity to support organizations like the IGDA Foundation is an honor,” says Erica Woods Director, Talent Experience and Social Impact. “Their mission and the communities they support are incredibly worthwhile. Having been a participant and volunteer at several IGDA Foundation events that support future generations of gaming professionals has given me great insight at the immense value they provide. I’m continuously impressed at all of the continued programming they have to offer.”

“Each year, our programs bring together emerging developers from around the world who are ready to take the next step in their careers in games while helping build a more inclusive community for our industry. Questline: Online is a highly competitive program, and we’re honored to offer selected grantees a rare chance to gain global perspectives, build meaningful connections across borders, and accelerate the impact they can have in their local communities and the industry as a whole,” said Alyssa Walles, Executive Director.

To find out more about the IGDA Foundation’s initiatives and apply for Questline: Online and Questline: Gamescom, visit https://www.igdafoundation.org/questline. To stay up to date on IGDA-F news, please follow us on Linkedin and Bluesky.

About the IGDA Foundation

The International Game Developers Association Foundation (IGDA-F) is dedicated to advancing inclusivity and diversity in the gaming industry by providing opportunities, education, and support for individuals from underrepresented communities. The IGDA-F is sponsored by a generous group of industry companies, including Stride PR, GDC, and Premack Rogers Downs. Since 2008, the IGDA-F has supported more than 1,000 alumni who now develop games at both AAA and indie studios. For more information, visit https://igdafoundation.org

From the art team behind They Are Billions

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, March 11, 2026 – Saigon Dragon Studios today announced that Space Tales, its retro-futuristic real-time strategy game, is now available in Early Access on Steam. The Early Access release includes the first eight story missions, the introduction of a new enemy faction, and replayable survival mode variants for each mission.

Space Tales combines classic RTS decision-making with modern strategic twists designed to reward both tactical planning and creative battlefield adaptation. The Early Access build delivers a substantial single-player experience, offering players a deep first chapter of the campaign, full access to core systems, and meaningful strategic variety from the outset.

Following Early Access, the development team will focus on completing the remaining story chapters and expanding the campaign into a full-scale sci-fi epic. Regular content updates are planned throughout development, with a full 1.0 release targeted for the end of 2026. Player progress will carry over seamlessly from Early Access to the full launch.

Early Access Content at Launch

At launch, Space Tales will include:

• 8 story missions introducing the main characters, the central antagonist, and the foundations of the game’s universe
• Survival Mode variants for every campaign mission, increasing replayability
• Two enemy eactions: the deadly alien Nexera and the relentless mechanized Kill Bots
• Modular HUB base building with full access to all core units and mechanics
• Alien boss encounters that can be defeated and captured to become powerful battlefield units

A Reluctant Hero
Space Tales follows Xander Falcon, who becomes humanity’s reluctant hero after his father’s death, leading the Inter-Planetary Expansion army against the alien Nexera while uncovering dark secrets.

Alongside Vespera and Desmond, the conflict blends large-scale warfare with character-driven storytelling.

Two Factions. Two Threats. Adapt Your Strategy
Players build modular colonies, manage limited resources, and push back escalating threats across hostile alien worlds. The introduction of The Kill Bots marks a major escalation in battlefield complexity. This relentless mechanized faction forces players to rethink defensive layouts, timing, and unit compositions. Success depends on efficient expansion, careful positioning, and decisive counterattacks. 

Early Access features two distinct enemy factions with radically different combat styles. The Nexera rely on alien aggression, while the Kill Bots apply relentless mechanized pressure. What works against one will fail against the other, forcing players to constantly adapt their tactics and base layouts.

Capturable Alien Titans
Large boss encounters are a signature element of Space Tales. Players will face colossal alien lifeforms capable of overwhelming even established colonies. Once defeated, these titans can be captured and deployed as powerful units, unlocking new tactical possibilities and reshaping battlefield dynamics.

Saigon Dragon Studios is targeting a full 1.0 release by the end of 2026, with regular updates pacing the Early Access journey.

After Early Access, the team will head down into completing the remaining campaign chapters and expanding late-game content:

• The remaining 5 campaign missions
• Larger, more chaotic battles as the story escalates
• A third enemy faction designed to further elevate tactical challenge and narrative stakes
• Continued balance updates, quality-of-life improvements, and community-driven refinements

“Early Access is the beginning of the journey,” said Matt, Game Director at Saigon Dragon Studios. “Players will experience the opening arc of our story and face The Kill Bots for the first time. From there, we’ll expand the universe, escalate the conflict, and deliver the epic sci-fi campaign we’ve always wanted to build.”

About Saigon Dragon Studios
Founded in 2015 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Saigon Dragon Studios built its reputation as a leading art production partner for the global games industry, contributing to more than 100 titles across AAA, indie, and mobile games. With a team of seasoned artists and developers, the studio is now channeling a decade of experience into its own original creation, Space Tales, blending artistic excellence with a deep passion for real-time strategy.