From the shadows of dance studios to the spotlights of international stadiums, become the new Korean pop sensation. A major musical adventure, playable solo or in a group of up to 3 players on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC.
Sydney, Australia July 3, 2026 – More than just a musical genre, K-Pop is now a cultural tidal wave that is shaking up the charts, filling the biggest stadiums on the planet, and uniting millions of passionate fans across the globe. Microids is particularly proud to announce today its collaboration with the studio Old Skull Games for the release of K-POP Rising – Dream to Shine. This simulation and rhythm game will be available starting November 5 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC (Steam).
In K-POP Rising – Dream to Shine, players immerse themselves in the demanding and fascinating world of modern music. Accompanied by their best friend Nova, they will need to commit 100% to the race for stardom: from intensive training sessions in the studio to the ultimate recognition on the most prestigious stages, the title offers a complete experience combining a sense of rhythm, deep customisation, and community management in the era of social media.
Key features of the game:
The international phenomenon in your hands: Draw inspiration from your idols and experience the rise of today’s biggest K-Pop groups. Become the face of this culture that fascinates the entire world.
An adventure that reflects who you are (Full customisation): Express your uniqueness! Create and customize your character from head to toe to match your style and the vibe of your performances. Trendy outfits, iconic makeup… everything is possible to establish your style in the spotlight.
Your group, your rules: You call the shots. Create a group in your own image, recruit its members, and turn your very first fans into an international community of millions of followers.
Stay in the rhythm! Talent is nurtured. Perfect your singing, master highly precise choreographies, and sharpen your sense of timing through captivating rhythm gameplay phases to become an accomplished star.
From your bedroom to conquering stadiums: Start at the bottom of the ladder in the anonymity of your bedroom, climb the ranks through your passion and perseverance, and transform yourself into the international icon of your dreams.
Shine solo, triumph as a trio! Because music is all about sharing, experience this adventure alone or with two friends. Form the group of your dreams in co-op mode and unite your talents to lead your Bandstraight to the top of the global charts!
“Music is your universe, passion is your fuel: the future of K-Pop is you!“
K-POP Rising – Dream to Shineis getting ready to thrill players around the world starting November 5 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and PC (Steam). The race to stardom begins soon!
About Microids
Microids, a French video game publisher founded in 1985, has established itself as a key international player in the industry.By collaborating with renowned studios and creators, Microids offers immersive experiences based on popular licenses, allowing players to experience unique adventures alongside iconic characters.
With console launch on September 22nd, Funcom teams up with Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe and Solutions 2 GO Inc. to put the PlayStation 5 release of Dune: Awakening on shelves – yes, with a disc inside
Developer and publisher Funcom® today released a new video that dives into the topic of just what players can expect when Dune: Awakening finally releases on PlayStation 5 and XBOX on September 22nd, including single-player, scalable difficulty and game customization, an epic story finale, and more. Already out on PC, Dune: Awakening is an Open World Survival game inspired by Frank Herbert’s Dune and Denis Villeneuve and Legendary Entertainment’s blockbuster franchise. The PlayStation 5 version will be available in Physical version in retail stores across Australia and New Zealand.
The new Dune: Awakening Developer Deep Dive video is available below.
Funcom is also excited to announce that the PlayStation 5 version of Dune: Awakening will be available as a physical edition from September 22nd. The studio is teaming up with Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe for a retail release across Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, and with Solutions 2 GO Inc. for North and South America. The game will also be released in retail in Japan, with a publisher to be announced later.
“September 22nd isn’t just putting the game on consoles. It’s a major milestone for us, the second launch of Dune: Awakening across PC, PlayStation 5, and XBOX,” said Funcom CEO Rui Casais. “For more than a year now we have expanded and enhanced Dune: Awakening on PC and all these additions, as well as several new ones, will be available on all platforms on day one. This is the best version of Dune: Awakening yet and we’re excited to open it up to a much larger audience across platforms. Teaming up with strong partners around the world to put it on shelves everywhere is another great way for us to bring more survivors to the dangerous sands of Arrakis.”
The digital PlayStation 5 and XBOX versions of Dune: Awakening have been available for pre-order on the PlayStation Store and XBOX Store since June 2nd. Starting today, you can also pre-order the physical PlayStation 5 version from select retailers including Amazon, GameStop, EB Games, and more. In Japan, the game is expected to release in October, with pre-orders commencing soon.
With the third installment in Denis Villeneuve’s epic Dune saga will hit theatres on December 18th, the physical PlayStation 5 edition is also the perfect holiday gift for Dune fans everywhere.
Console editions and pre-order incentives:
Physical: PlayStation 5 base game edition. For a limited time only, it includes the exclusive Terrarium of Muad’Dib that you can place in your base and a global color swatch.
Digital: Base game, Deluxe Edition, and Ultimate Edition available on PlayStation Store and XBOX Store. Pre-ordering any edition includes the Terrarium of Muad’Dib and the global color swatch, and pre-ordering Deluxe or Ultimate also provides a 5-day head start. The Deluxe and Ultimate Edition includes a slew of in-game content including DLCs, armor, and building pieces.
Highlights of what’s coming with the September release:
Console: Same experience as on PC, with controls and UI optimized for console. 60fps target for both PlayStation 5 and XBOX Series X (Performance Mode).
Single-player: The full game can now be played entirely in single-player, with scalable difficulty and a wide range of gameplay customization settings.
Story complete: The grand finale of Book One, offering a dramatic conclusion to Dune: Awakening’s cinematic storyline. Play it from start to finish.
Scalable difficulty: Tweak everything from harvesting rates to experience gain and combat difficulty. In single-player and private servers, you’re in control.
New players on PC and console will also get to enjoy all the additions and improvements that have been rolled out on PC since launch, including fully optional PvP, a bigger and better late game loop, new content including new locations and missions, and countless quality of life improvements.
For a full overview of everything coming in the September release, and what has been added and improved since PC launch, please check out DuneAwakening.com.
At its core, Dune: Awakening is an Open World Survival game, where you must rise from survival to greatness through exploration, combat, crafting, and building. But it’s also so much more, incorporating an epic, cinematic storyline, adventure and RPG mechanics, and several ways to play whether it’s in single-player, on a private or self-hosted server with friends, or in large-scale multiplayer on official servers. How you play is up to you.
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’, ‘Metal: Hellsinger’, ‘Aloft’, ‘Dune: Spice Wars’, ‘Secret World Legends’, ‘Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures’, ‘The Longest Journey’, ‘Anarchy Online’, and ‘Dreamfall: The Longest Journey’. For corporate information, please visit www.funcom.com.
ABOUT LEGENDARY ENTERTAINMENT
Legendary Entertainment is a leading independent media studio 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 that consistently delivers high-quality, commercial entertainment and successfully translates the world’s most popular fan-driven IP. In aggregate, Legendary Pictures-associated productions have realized grosses of nearly $21 billion worldwide at the box office. To learn more, visit: www.legendary.com.
ABOUT BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT EUROPE S.A.S
Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is a leading global publisher, developer, and distributor of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC. Producing intellectual property for a global audience, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, and production capabilities of Reflector Entertainment. Based in Lyon, France, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is known for bringing many of the entertainment industry’s top franchises such as PAC-MAN™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, ACE COMBAT™, DARK SOULS™, and ELDEN RING™ to EMEA and ANZ markets.
ABOUT SOLUTIONS 2 GO INC.
Privately held Solutions 2 GO Inc. is a multinational distributor of video game, mobility and consumer electronic products that serves leading retail, publishing, and manufacturing partners across the globe. An industry pioneer, highly regarded Solutions 2 GO Inc. has earned a plethora of awards and distinctions collectively by its valued partners and industry experts.
BORDEAUX, France – 3 July 2026 – Northgard Battlegrounds, the city-building auto-battler set in the Viking world of Northgard, which sold more than 5 million units, will launch an Open Beta from Thursday, 9 July to Wednesday, 15 July as a part of Steam Tacticon. Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor developer Funday Games joins forces with publisher Shiro Unlimited — the creators of the original Northgard — to create a fresh twist on waging war.
Check out the never-before-seen gameplay presentation below
Rise from the ruins of Ragnarök in a unique blend of Northgard’s strategic settlement-building and tactical auto-battler combat. Choose from iconic Viking clans, each offering distinct traits, abilities, and playstyles, then establish a thriving settlement, gather vital resources, and assemble a powerful warband capable of crushing rival clans.
Every decision shapes the outcome of battle. Carefully manage resources, strategically position buildings to unlock powerful synergies, then watch your warriors clash in dynamic automated battles. Earn Krowns after every victory to expand your settlement, recruit new villagers, and strengthen your economy. Spend Lore to earn the favor of the Norse Gods, unlocking game-changing blessings that can dramatically alter each run.
Test your strategies against battle-hardened opponents in competitive asynchronous PvP battles that combine accessibility with meaningful strategic depth. Experiment with new builds, adapt your tactics with every run, and lead your clan to victory in a highly replayable experience where no two runs unfold the same way.
“Exploring the auto-battler genre has allowed us and Funday Games to create an experience that both preserves and expands upon Northgard’s strategic depth and core gameplay,“ said Nicolas Cannasse, co-founder of Shiro Games. “Join the frey and claim the favor of the Gods next week during Tacticon.”
Northgard Battlegrounds launches an Open Beta on Steam from Thursday, 9 July to Wednesday, 15 July. The game will launch on PC in Early Access via Steam in 2026. For more information, wishlist the game on Steam, visit the official Subreddit, and follow on X, Bluesky, Facebook, and Discord.
About Shiro Unlimited
Shiro Unlimited is the publishing label of Shiro Games, built on over 12 years of experience developing and publishing successful indie titles. Shiro Unlimited curates and supports projects aligned with the studio’s creative vision, while empowering developers to focus on what matters most: making the best games possible.
For more information on Shiro Unlimited, please visit the official website.
About Funday Games
Funday Games was founded in 2011 in Aarhus, Denmark, and today employs more than 50 talents.
Best known for developing Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor, which has surpassed more than 3 million players since launching in 2024, the studio specializes in creating spin-off games based on evergreen indie IPs across all platforms.
Simultaneously, Funday Games also creates and publishes its own original IPs.
Strategically recruit cat pilots, build the ultimate war machine in Steam Early Access Q4 2026
SHENZHEN, China – 2 July 2026 –Industry veterans from Tencent and NetEase join forces to form Raven Studio and today reveal the studio’s debut project alongside publisher Infini Fun: Cats in the Shell, a mech-building roguelike auto battler. Take the helm of giant combat machines as feline fighters on PC via Steam Early Access in Q4 2026.
Operate an intimidating metal beast to overtake a steel-clad battlefield! Choose from six distinct mech types, customizing each in a classic and satisfying roguelike progression system. However, a perfect machine shines brightest with a purrrfect pilot. Choose from whiskered helmsman, each with exclusive active abilities and strategic focuses.
Sharpen the mech’s proverbial claws by collecting more than 1,000 powerful equipment and component parts across random events. Arrange and combine parts in creative order to discover surprising combinations. Allocate each module into five slots, manage all components strategically by factoring in limited inventory space, then watch dynamic synergies play out in rewarding auto-battler sequences. Challenge formidable foes in four futuristic biomes and confront towering bosses in the story campaign. Adapt new strategies to stand a chance against unexpected battle frames assembled by pilots from around the world in asynchronous PvP battles. Refine loadouts after each fight, unleash devastating chain reactions, and conquer a gauntlet of 10 cumulative victories.
“Cats in the Shell’s detail-oriented, satisfying mech building and roguelike randomness will keep you on your toes,” said Alex Dong, director of Raven Studio. “More than 1,000 modules provide near infinite choices in exhilarating combat instances. We have many more cutting-edge mechs and adorable cats to share later this year, so stay tuned!”
Cats in the Shell will launch on PC via Steam Early Access in Q4 2026, with English, German, French, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), Portuguese (Portugal), Simplified, and Traditional Chinese language support.
To stay up to date, follow the developer on X, join the community on Discord, and search #Catsintheshell on social media.
About Raven Studio
Founded by a collective of industry veterans, Raven Studio aims to create games beyond formulaic production, with a heavy emphasis on a player and gameplay experience first mindset.
Transferring previous work experience from Tencent, NetEase, SNK and more, the team was founded on a firm foundation of technical skill, and is dedicated to bringing its wildest ideas to life through its debut roguelike auto-battler title, Cats in the Shell, currently in development.
About Infini Fun
Infini Fun is a dynamic new publisher, established in 2024, with a global focus. It specializes in publishing multi-platform games for PC and consoles, and providing developers with essential funding and technical support. Its services extend to platform porting, localization QA, and design consulting, covering every aspect of game development.
With a team boasting over 15 years of publishing experience, they meticulously handle each project, embarking on every exciting journey with developers, and striving to become the bridge between developers and players.
Iconic gaming heroes are 9 inches tall and say seven phrases
Valencia, Calif. – July 2, 2026 – From the mean streets to your collectibles shelf! Independent video game studio WayForward is excited to announce that the Double Dragons are now ready to rumble as 9-inch talking plushies from Youtooz! Inspired by their appearance in the River City Girls beat-’em-up video game series developed by WayForward in partnership with Arc System Works, the plush versions of legendary warriors Billy and Jimmy Lee contain voice boxes that allow them to each say seven phrases performed by their in-game voice actors, Dan Avidan and Arin Hanson of the Game Grumps. Priced at $29.99 each, these powerful plushes can be preordered at www.youtooz.com through July 30, 2026.
Originating in the 1987 smash hit Double Dragon arcade game prior to joining the cast of River City Girls, Billy and Jimmy Lee fight hard, but are now adorably soft thanks to the Youtooz team. Billy Lee sports a sly smirk and rueful eyes and is dressed in his trademark blue pants and vest, along with brown boots and a white undershirt, while Jimmy Lee features an angry scowl and stern eyes, wearing his recognizable red pants and vest, plus boots and an undershirt that match his brother’s. Inside each plush is a soundbox that says seven different phrases from the River City Girls games when the plush is squeezed.
Whether displayed solo, as a duo, or alongside the previously released River City Girls Misako and Kyoko plushes, the talking Billy and Jimmy Lee Youtooz plushes are essential collectibles for River City Girls fans, Double Dragon fans, Game Grumps fans, and fans of the adorably aggressive. The plushes will be produced on a limited-edition, made-to-order basis, so fans are encouraged to get their orders in before the closing date on July 30. For more information on River City Girls and other incredible WayForward titles, please visit www.wayforward.com, and follow @wayforward on Twitter and Facebook, @wayforwardtech on Instagram, and @wayforward.bsky.social on Bluesky.
About WayForward
Based in Valencia, California, WayForward was founded in 1990 and has remained an independent game developer for more than 35 years. We are home to many talented individuals including programmers, environment artists, animators, modelers, illustrators, audio wizards, designers, and team leaders. With the new avenues for distributing games directly to fans we are finally able to make the games we have always wanted to.
About Arc System Works
Arc System Works is a developer and fighting game specialist from Japan – best known for the Guilty Gear series of games and, more recently, the BlazBlue series – that has garnered international critical acclaim for its innovative fighting system and spectacular 2D artwork. For more information, please visit the official website at www.arcsystemworks.com.
About YouTooz
Youtooz creates high-quality collectibles for the heroes and role models of the internet – memes, content creators, music artists, licensed IPs, and more. Their mission is to bring to life the most memorable moments and personalities that bring you joy, to proudly display on your desk at work, your shelf in your bedroom, or even in your living room for everyone to see. Since their launch in 2019, they’ve released more than 400 unique figures, all limited edition drops, and have built an amazing community of creators, artists, and fans that continue to drive their mission forward. They believe that together, we can create the joy in anything.
TOKYO – July 2, 2026 –Publishers Clouded Leopard Entertainment and Spiral Up, in association with developer Metal Head Games, are happy to announce that Back to the Dawn, the story-rich prison-break RPG, is coming to PlayStation 5 on October 22! Expose the truth as Thomas the Fox, an investigative journalist unjustly imprisoned, or complete a secret mission as Bob the Panther, an undercover detective sent to infiltrate the dangerous world of Boulderton Prison.
With the PlayStation 5 launch of Back to the Dawn, Latin American Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese subtitles will be added, inviting even more players to experience the adventure. These subtitles will also come to the Switch and Switch 2 version of the game on October 22.
Back to the Dawn is a gritty, story-driven RPG where you must search for a way out of prison. Choose between two protagonists and sleuth around a corrupt maximum security facility, making friends (or enemies) with gangs and guards, completing quests, developing your character, and planning your ultimate escape along the way. Since its release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, Back to the Dawn has received widespread praise from reviewers and players alike for its high degree of gameplay freedom and the variety of escape routes that encourage multiple playthroughs.
Key Features
Pick Your Path & Break Free: Navigate a prison ruled by three powerful gangs and uncover layers of intrigue interacting with dozens of uniquely memorable characters. With over 100 handcrafted quests, multiple escape routes – each with its own risks and rewards – several possible endings, and more than 500,000 words of gripping narrative, Back to the Dawn is a deeply replayable RPG unlike anything you’ve experienced.
Uncover The Truth: Discover a hardboiled tale of betrayal and vengeance! Play as Thomas the Fox, a journalist caught up in a dark conspiracy and thrown into prison for not playing ball, or Bob the Panther, an undercover agent who has never failed a mission, but wants out of this dangerous job!
What Kind Of Prisoner Will You Be? Boulderton Prison is enormous, filled with places to explore and challenges to overcome. Be sure to follow the rules, or at least don’t get caught! Will you be a model prisoner – or will you leave a trail of chaos and destruction in your wake? It’s all up to you.
A Colorful Cast: Meet a colorful cast of inmates, each with an interesting story to tell. Make them your friends or fight, bully and rob them into submission. Pick a side! Will you be part of a gang or a cunning lone wolf?
Open Character Growth System: Are you a tough guy who lets his fists do the talking, a thief who hides in the shadows, or a smooth talker who manipulates the scene? Develop your skills, craft tools to suit your style, and climb your way up from new fish to top dog.
Plan Your Prison Escape: In a place built to break you, your sharpest weapons are your creativity and cunning. Every inch of Boulderton Prison might hold the key to your escape, from your cell to the infirmary, to the sewers and rooftops. Can you make it out alive?
Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc. is a Tokyo-based global video game publisher founded in August 2019 by industry veteran Yuen-Yuen Chen. The company serves as a strategic bridge, connecting premier Japanese developers with the international gaming community through high-quality localization and multi-platform distribution.
Specializing in marketing and publishing services for Asia and beyond, CLE maintains strong partnerships with renowned developers such as Nihon Falcom and D3 Publisher. The company is best known for bringing legendary franchises, including the acclaimed “Trails” (Kiseki) and “Ys” series, to global audiences across PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and PC (Steam).
Driven by its mission to be a “hub of entertainment,” Clouded Leopard Entertainment leverages its in-house technical expertise in porting and debugging to deliver heartfelt creative works worldwide. By preserving the original creative vision while adapting to diverse markets, the company continues to foster a borderless community for fans everywhere.
Spiral Up is an international game publisher based in Singapore that specializes in publishing high-quality indie games for PC. Our team comprises experienced game veterans with decades of combined experience in indie game development and marketing. We pride ourselves on offering a full suite of publishing services and our ability to market games to the world, including the huge but difficult-to-enter Chinese market.
Our mission is simple: to find the hidden gems of the indie market and help polish them into shining diamonds that can be enjoyed and celebrated by gamers worldwide. Official Website: https://www.spiralupgames.com
Vancouver, Canada – July 2 – Relic Entertainment is proud to announce Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand. Launching July 29 on PC via Steam, Final Stand captures the strategy and intensity of Company of Heroes’ cinematic battles in a fast-paced wave defense experience for solo and cooperative play.
Built on the beloved tactical foundation of Company of Heroes, Final Stand expands the series’ signature combat with roguelite progression that encourages experimentation, adaptation, and replayability. Players must dig in, build layered defenses, and survive against escalating waves of enemy forces across 12 increasingly challenging rounds, featuring intimidating bosses and dynamic battlefield events unique to Final Stand. Final Stand will launch at $29.99 USD/£23.99 GBP/€28.99 EUR on July 29. Players can take advantage of a 10% launch period discount, while Company of Heroes 3 owners will receive an additional 20% bundle discount.
A New Way to Experience Company of Heroes
Final Stand is a fully standalone release, meaning no prior ownership of Company of Heroes titles is required. Players can jump right in and experience the thrill of holding the line against overwhelming odds, whether they’re longtime fans or new to the franchise.
Command one of four iconic factions – US Forces, Wehrmacht, British Forces, or Deutsches Afrikakorps – each offering unique strategies, abilities, and progression paths tailored to different playstyles.
Final Stand captures the classic Company of Heroes feeling of those pivotal moments where when faced with overwhelming odds, preparation, adaptability, and decisive command determine survival.
Key Features:
All-new standalone Company of Heroes wave defense experience
Single-player and cooperative gameplay
Command four iconic factions: US Forces, Wehrmacht, British Forces, or Deutsches Afrikakorps
Roguelite progression and persistent upgrades present new strategic possibilities in every run
36 boss units with special abilities and rewards
18 dynamic in-game events
8 difficulty levels from newcomer to veteran
5 battlegrounds designed for wave defense gameplay
Survive 12 escalating waves, or take on Endless Mode for the ultimate challenge
Faction-specific progression trees with impactful upgrades
Unlock 4 premium cosmetic skin packs (1 per faction)
Brand-new Announcer VO performances bring your Final Stand to life
Celebrating 20 Years of Company of Heroes
Final Stand arrives during the 20th anniversary of Company of Heroes, as Relic celebrates two decades of genre-defining real-time strategy games. Alongside upcoming initiatives, including the recently announced Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition, players can expect continued support, updates, and new content across the franchise.
LOS ANGELES – JULY 2, 2026 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, has rolled out the latest update for its action game Solo Leveling: ARISE. This update welcomes a new SSR hunter and adds new story chapters, gameplay enhancements, and in-game events.
Agnes Rivera joins the roster as a Dark-type Elemental Buster. She uses skills such as Furia, which unleashes a concentrated barrage of bullets in front of herself, and Commissione, which leaves a mark signaling gang members to unleash a volley of gunfire on the designated area. When using her ultimate skill Vendetta, she teams up with her crew to “take care of” the enemy. Her exclusive weapon, La Famiglia, has also been added with this update.
The latest update also broadens the game’s story, adding Hidden Chapters 5 and 6, as well as Main Story Chapters 24 and 25 on Expert difficulty. Players seeking a great challenge can take on the newly added Hard difficulty for the First Land dungeon. Additional gameplay updates include the new Shadow Greed and four new Skill Runes: Darkness Obliteration Kick, Frozen Flow, Torrent Cleave, and Void Punch. The Army of Shadows level cap has also been expanded to 195.
A variety of events are now available to celebrate the update. Through events such as the Sun-Kissed Summer Kicks Off! Check-In and the Monarch of the Beginning Suppression Event, players can earn useful rewards by participating in special missions and in-game activities.
Solo Leveling: ARISE is an action game adaptation of the hit webtoon, Solo Leveling. Taking on the role of Jinwoo, players can experience his journey through the beloved webtoon tale firsthand, leveling up, taking on dynamic battles, and creating their own combat styles by selecting various combinations of skills and weapons. Not only can players team up with hunters from the webtoon, they can summon their own “Army of Shadows” with the iconic phrase: “Arise.”
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 athttp://company.netmarble.com.
The cozy post office sim run by cats looks to be landing on its feet on Steam with over 130,000 wishlists gained in less than a month.
2 JULY 2026 – Independent Belgian developer Maracas Studio announced today that Cat Mail Co., the cozy post office simulation set in a charming world of cats, will now launch on Steam on July 9, 2026.
Don’t worry: nothing’s been lost in the mail. The team simply decided to postpone the launch by a few days to avoid releasing during the busiest stretch of the Steam Summer Sale.
While the delivery date has shifted ever so slightly, excitement for Cat Mail Co. keeps growing. The game has now climbed past 130,000 wishlists, while its free demo has earned an impressive 96% Positive rating from players on Steam. Not too shabby for a little feline-run post office.
Cat Mail Co. New Release Date Announcement Trailer:
In Cat Mail Co., players arrive on Cat’s Island to discover a once-beloved post office buried beneath mountains of undelivered parcels after the mysterious disappearance of its former postmaster. It’s up to you to sort, stamp, label, and organize the backlog one package at a time.
As night falls, the experience takes a subtle, magical turn. Parcels may reveal unusual properties under moonlight, adding mystery and discovery to the routine. Along the way, players uncover a story hidden within the backlog of undelivered mail.
The game also features up to 4-player co-op gameplay. Friends can work together to optimize workflows or simply enjoy the cozy atmosphere as a team.
Run a cozy cat post office. Sort and deliver parcels from the daily boat, organizing everything your way. At night, the moon reveals hidden truths about packages. Clear a strange backlog, help locals, and unlock new abilities and destinations.
Key Features
A cozy, stress-free gameplay loop with no timers or penalties
Satisfying package handling system: weigh, stamp, label, and sort
A meaningful day/night cycle with magical nighttime mechanics
A relaxing “pre-crastination” experience focused on preparation and flow
A post office in a cat’s world to organize and restore
Up to 4-player cooperative gameplay
A narrative discovered through sorting parcels
About Maracas Studio
At Maracas Studio, we create video games for a wide audience with the ambition of leaving a lasting mark on a generation of players. We care deeply about our players, our teammates, and our partners.
Inspired by maracas, festive rhythmic instruments that were once considered magical objects used to awaken spirits and deities, we carry that same energy into our work. Today, they embody our desire to shake up the video game industry, no less.
Featuring Iconic Monsters Including Rathalos and Limited-Time Crossover Gameplay
Tokyo, Japan – July 2, 2026 – Aniplex Inc. today announced the launch of a limited-time collaboration event between Resident Evil Survival Unit, the mobile strategy game co-developed with JOYCITY Corporation, and CAPCOM’s globally acclaimed Monster Hunterseries. The event begins today and will be available for a limited time worldwide.
First released in 2004, the Monster Hunter series is a globally popular hunting action franchise in which players cooperate to track and defeat massive creatures across expansive natural environments. The series is widely recognized for establishing cooperative multiplayer hunting as a core gameplay experience and has built a dedicated worldwide fanbase.
This collaboration introduces Monster Hunter–inspired gameplay elements into the post-apocalyptic world of Resident Evil Survival Unit, highlighting tactical mind games with iconic monsters and a wide variety of event content that deliver a new level of cooperative and competitive gameplay.
Monster Hunter Collaboration Event Details
During the event period, players will encounter iconic monsters from the Monster Hunter series within Resident Evil Survival Unit.
Featured content includes:
Hunt Rathalos, the King of the Skies
Take on mission-based battles featuring Yian Kut-Ku
Repel the Silver Rathalos (Rare Species) through high-intensity strategic exchanges
In addition, the collaboration introduces special event content and minigames inspired by Monster Hunter, offering new gameplay experiences beyond the core strategy system.
Collaboration Rewards and Exclusive Content
To celebrate the collaboration, players can participate in limited-time events to earn exclusive rewards.
Key rewards include:
Two collaboration-exclusive Hunter characters, available for free
Limited-time customization items such as Base Skins and March Skins
These rewards expand both collection elements and strategic gameplay options.
Event Period: July 2, 2026, 00:00 (UTC) – July 29, 2026, 23:59 (UTC)
Further details are available via in-game notices and official social media channels.
Aniplex Inc.
est une société de divertissement dont le siège est situé à Tokyo, au Japon. Reconnue pour son leadership dans la production et la distribution d’anime, Aniplex développe également des jeux vidéo, des films, des productions scéniques et des événements en direct à destination d’un public international. Aniplex est une filiale de Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc.
À propos de JOYCITY Corporation
JOYCITY Corporation est un développeur et éditeur de jeux de premier plan basé en Corée du Sud, spécialisé dans les jeux en ligne et mobiles. L’entreprise est notamment connue pour ses succès mondiaux tels que Gunship Battle: Total Warfare, Pirates of the Caribbean: Tides of War et 3on3 Freestyle.
