Watch the gameplay new trailer then get some practice rounds in with a limited-time demo available now on Steam

Golfenburg, Sweden – March 24th, 2022 – Players can finally tee-off in Thunderful and Chuhai Labs’  heavily anticipated ‘Golf-Like’, Cursed to Golf, when it comes to PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One this summer. Cursed to Golf’s release window was revealed today at the Future Games Show, as part of the Virtual Showfloor segment of the presentation. Get a fresh look at what’s in store for our hapless golfer as they navigate the dungeon-like holes of Golf Purgatory in the brand new gameplay trailer:

After featuring in multiple “2022 most anticipated” lists from leading games media, players can now see what all the excitement is about for themselves: a free limited-time demo for the game is available on Steam from now until March 27th at 8pm CET. The demo will give players a feel of how Cursed to Golf’s compelling ‘Golf-Like’ loop works, let them try the kinds of outlandish trickshots that only exist in Golf Purgatory and offer a taste of a retro-inspired soundtrack that, quite frankly, slaps hard. For the truly skilled corporeal golfers out there, The Scotsman boss fight lies at the end of the demo, beating him is the first true test of Golf Purgatory, good luck!

“With the heartening enthusiasm surrounding Cursed to Golf, we’re really excited to be moving towards release in Summer 2022 and finally being able to let people play it. Well, actually, we decided we’d let people play it now – hence this limited-time free demo on Steam!” said Game Director Liam Edwards. “Enjoy the first biome of Golf Purgatory, there’s some tricky holes and you’ll even have the opportunity to play against the first boss. Have fun and good luck on getting past The Scotsman!”

In Cursed to Golf, you take on the role of the Cursed Golfer, trapped in Golf Purgatory after a lightning strike stops you dead in your tracks. To ascend back to the land of the living, you’ll need to play through 18 dungeon-like holes. These hellish holes feature teleporters, TNT, high-powered fans and other challenges that will put your skills to the ultimate test in a ‘Golf-Like’ loop that will see you golf, die and golf again. That’s not to mention the bosses that you will have to defeat if you want to remove your curse and escape your fate.

You can get a helping hand on your quest in the form of Ace Cards. These cards give you access to world-bending trick shots, allowing you to stop time, readjust shots in mid-air, freeze otherwise hazardous bodies of water and more. These cards are not only a hell of a lot of fun to use, but will be vital if you are to beat all 18 holes within the PAR counter and avoid your curse returning you to the start and forcing you to golf your way back again.

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About Thunderful
Thunderful Group is a group of companies that develops, publishes and invests in games as well as distributes Nintendo products, games, game accessories and toys. Founded in 2017 Thunderful Games is one of the two business segments in Thunderful Group, the other being Thunderful Distribution. Over the last few years Thunderful Games has, organically and via acquisitions, grown into a global organization with eight development studios and over 300 employees. Besides the award-winning internal development pipeline, Thunderful Games also publishes a large number of third-party titles and invests in external game projects.

About Chuhai Labs
Chuhai Labs is a Kyoto, Japan indie game studio. Founded in 2020, this international team of industry pros and rising stars are dedicated to making the most fun out of every moment. Precision controls, memorable characters, banging soundtracks, and witty catch phrases galore are just some of the tricks up their sleeves. As demonstrated in their most recent release, Carve Snowboarding for Oculus Quest.

Courts have ruled, Chuhai Labs makes Legally The Best Games.

Today, Tango Gameworks and Bethesda Softworks are excited to announce Ghostwire: Tokyo is now available worldwide on PlayStation®5 (PS5™) and PC.

Ghostwire: Tokyo Review

Check out gameplay here:

In Ghostwire: Tokyo, the city is overrun by deadly supernatural forces and a poisonous fog that causes Tokyo’s population to vanish in an instant. This one-of-a-kind journey challenges you to master the mystical arts of Ethereal Weaving while working to defeat the menacing Hannya and his followers, the Visitors, who have invaded Tokyo. These supernatural entities roam the stunning world of Ghostwire, creating a scintillating atmosphere that is a love letter to Tokyo, its curiosities, and secrets.

Ghostwire: Tokyo transports you to an intriguing world filled with characters from Japanese legends, folklore, and tales. These stories have inspired many of the unusual creatures you will encounter, giving Ghostwire a true-to-Tokyo flavour. Crafted by the inventive minds at Tango Gameworks, you will traverse Tokyo’s ultra-modern cityscape, discover iconic landmarks, and uncover secrets hidden throughout it.

Those who want to dive deeper into the world of Ghostwire can do so with Ghostwire: Tokyo – Prelude, available for free on PS5, PS4, and PC. In this exciting visual novel adventure, you will join the mysterious KK and his team of supernatural detectives as they investigate an unusual disappearance. However, along the journey you’ll stumble upon something even more sinister. Choose different interactions with KK’s associates to piece together their stories in Ghostwire’s unique prequel. 

Ghostwire: Tokyo is available now for PS5 and PC. For more information and news, stay tuned to our official website and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

For more information head over to the Bethesda News site

Recently released giant-monster beat-’em-up called “the next great thing” in the kaiju genre

Valencia, Calif. – March 24, 2022 – The verdict is in and the critics have spoken: Dawn of the Monsters is one of the deepest beat-’em-ups in recent memory as well as one of the best representations of the kaiju genre in video games. Developed by 13AM Games and published by WayForward, Dawn of the Monsters is a 2D co-op beat-’em-up that was released on March 15 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, and March 1 on Google Stadia, at the price of $29.99 USD.

Featuring four distinct, awe-inspiring playable characters, two-player cooperative action, destructible environments, unique manga-style visuals, a captivating story with full voice acting, and a satisfyingly robust array of combos and special moves, Dawn of the Monsters continues to earn praise from reviewers and streamers alike, and currently (as of March 24, 2022) holds a 100% critic recommendation level on Opencritic. The reception has garnered comments such as the following:

• “Dawn of the Monsters is a special experience that comes around once in a generation…. Kaiju fans rejoice, your new fix is here.” – Capsule Computers

Beyond its impactful gameplay, Dawn of the Monsters also features art/design contributions from a who’s who of kaiju notables — such as the legendary Yuji Kaida, renowned Godzilla character creator Shinji Nishikawa, acclaimed Godzilla comic book artist Matt Frank, and lauded illustrator EJ Su (Transformers, Rise of Ultraman) — plus an all-star roster of voice talent, including AmaLee (Attack on Titan) as Claire Lionne, Cristina Valenzuela (Shantae and the Seven Sirens, RWBY) as Sofia Cruces, Xander Mobus (Super Smash Bros. Ultimate) as Viktor Ivakin, and Patrick Seitz (JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure) as Conrad Fosco.

In addition to the digital release of the game, physical versions of Dawn of the Monsters for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5 are available at LimitedRunGames.com through April 3, 2022, both in a standard edition and a collector’s edition, which includes the game, a soundtrack CD, trading cards, chibi figurines of all four playable characters, a battle backdrop, DAWN ID badges, a commemorative coin, a double-sided poster, and a VHS-style collector’s box. For the latest Dawn of the Monsters news, as well as information on other titles, please visit www.wayforward.com and www.13amgames.com, and follow @wayforward and @13amgames on social media.

Key Features

• Four unique, monstrous playable characters: Megadon, Ganira, Aegis Prime, and Tempest Galahad!
• Earth-shattering monster-against-monster one- or two-player co-op beat-’em-up action
• Fully destructible cities based on real-world locations
• Brutal Rage abilities, devastating Cataclysm Attacks, and merciless finishing moves
• Fierce bosses and dozens of different enemy types
• Customize your monsters with DNA Augments!

About WayForward

Based in Valencia, California, WayForward was founded in 1990 and has remained an independent game developer for more than 30 years. It is home to many talented individuals including programmers, environment artists, animators, modelers, illustrators, audio wizards, designers, and team leaders. With new avenues for distributing games directly to fans, they are finally able to make the games they have always wanted to.

About 13AM Games

13AM Games is an independent game studio based out of Toronto that crafts bold, stylish 2D games that challenge convention in order to surprise and delight. They started in 2014 and released their first game, Runbow, in 2015. Stay up to date by visiting www.13amgames.com and following them on Twitter and Discord.

SAN DIEGO – March 24, 2022 – Psyonix, the San Diego video game developer, and Automobili Lamborghini announced that the new Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 will be available in Rocket League beginning March 30 on all platforms! Lamborghini is also an official sponsor of the Rocket League Championship Series (RLCS) 2021-22 Winter Major.

The Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Bundle will be available in the Item Shop for 1100 Credits and includes the Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4, Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Engine Audio, two Wheels (Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 and Lamborghini Countach 70s), Argento Luna Decal, and Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Player Banner. The bundle will be available in Rocket League from March 30 until April 5.

Lamborghini is also returning to the RLCS as an official sponsor of the RLCS 2021-22 Winter Major. The Winter Major runs from March 23-27, with the final two days on March 26 and 27 being played live from the YouTube Theater in Los Angeles. More information about the Winter Major, can be found HERE.

To learn more about the Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Bundle, please read the latest blog post HERE and assets can be downloaded HERE. Psyonix previously collaborated with Automobili Lamborghini to feature the Lamborghini Huracán STO in Rocket League.

If you or a member of your team is interested in a Lamborghini Countach LPI 800-4 Bundle code, please let us know and we will send you one when it becomes available in the game on March 30.

ABOUT ROCKET LEAGUE
Winner or nominee of more than 150 “Game of the Year” awards, Rocket League is one of the most critically acclaimed sports games of our generation. Rocket League is a high-powered hybrid of arcade-style soccer and vehicular mayhem with easy-to-understand controls and fluid, physics-driven competition. Available on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on Epic Games Store, Rocket League includes nearly endless customization possibilities, online Ranks and Competitive Tournaments, a fully featured offline season mode, multiple game types, casual and competitive online matches, and special “Mutators” that let you change the rules entirely.

To learn more about Rocket League, please visit www.RocketLeague.com, “Like” it on Facebook, and follow it on Twitter @RocketLeague for all the latest developer updates and news.

ABOUT PSYONIX™
Based in San Diego, CA, Psyonix is a critically acclaimed video game developer and a leading expert in Unreal Engine technology. For more than 20 years, the studio has been a driving force behind some of the most successful games in the industry, including Gears of War, Mass Effect 3, XCOM: Enemy Unknown, Bulletstorm, Unreal Tournament III, Unreal Tournament 2004, and the award-winning sports-action hit, Rocket League®. Psyonix joined the Epic Games family in 2019. 

© 2015-2022 Psyonix LLC. Rocket League, Psyonix, and all related marks and logos are registered trademarks or trademarks of Psyonix LLC. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. 

ABOUT Automobili Lamborghini S.p.A.
Founded in 1963, Automobili Lamborghini is headquartered in Sant’Agata Bolognese, in Northern Italy.

Lamborghini currently produces two super sports car models, the V12-powered Aventador, launched in 2011, and the V10-powered Huracán, launched in 2014, along with the Urus Super SUV powered by a twin-turbo V8 engine, launched in 2017.

Over half a century Automobili Lamborghini created a continuous series of dream cars, including the 350 GT, Miura, Espada, Countach, Diablo, Murciélago, as well as limited editions such as the Reventón, Sesto Elemento, Veneno and the Centenario. With the Lamborghini Sián FKP 37 unveiled in 2019, a few-off build of only 63 units, the company delivers unique new hybrid technologies, featuring the world-first application of a supercapacitor for hybridization, new materials technology, and unsurpassed Lamborghini performance.

In 2021 Lamborghini dedicated to the Countach for its 50th anniversary, a limited and futuristic edition of the super sports car: the Countach LPI 800-4, iconic, with revolutionary design and technology rule-breaker.

Grab free legendary weapons and other rewards in Hunt‘s latest update, plus new DLC featuring the “Turncoat” legendary hunter and more

FRANKFURT, Germany – March 24, 2022 – A new darkness rises in the bayou as Hunt: Showdown’s latest live event, “Traitor’s Moon: The Dark Is Rising,” launches today. Going on until April 14, the event offers players rewards for completing challenges, solving clues, looting corpses and smashing effigies. A range of new stackable boosters are available for players to accelerate their progress, and new stories about a sinister plan for the manipulation of the corruption in the bayou will be revealed.

Players can unlock early access to four new weapons – the Scottfield Brawler, Berthier Riposte, Caldwell Model 92, and Winfield Model 93 – and further rewards include new legendary skins for weapons and equipment. These four weapons won’t be officially available in-game until a future date after the event, so now’s a great time to get hands-on experience with them.

Launching alongside the live event today is the “Meridian Turncoat” DLC. The pack includes “Turncoat,” a new legendary hunter whose mind is set on revenge after being sent to war and falsely accused of treason for being the sole survivor of an ambush. The new DLC also includes two legendary weapons, a pair of Dolch 96 pistols named Crossfire and Ambush, plus a new legendary ammo crate – Red Cask. The “Meridian Turncoat” DLC is available now on Steam, Xbox and PlayStation stores for $9.99/€9.99/£9.99.

The in-game store also has special offers running for the duration of the live event. The “Traitor’s Moon Event Bundle” features a new legendary choke bomb, the “Cicada,” 1,000 event points, and a 24-Hour Chary’s Contract at a 15% discount. The Cicada is also available to purchase separately. A new loyalty bonus offers 800 blood bonds – Hunt‘s in-game currency – if players complete the event by unlocking all rewards, purchase an event-related item from the in-game store, and buy the “Meridian Turncoat” DLC. As a special offer, PC players can also buy an event bundle which includes the base game plus four DLCs for up to 56% off in total.

Hunt: Showdown is out now on PC, Xbox One and PlayStation®4. Players can find out more about this latest live event and the game by visiting www.huntshowdown.com.

About Hunt: Showdown

Hunt: Showdown is a competitive first-person bounty hunting game that packs the thrill of survival games into a match-based format. Set in Louisiana in 1895, the game boasts a mixture of PvP and PvE elements that creates a uniquely tense experience. It’s not just the creatures who are a threat—it’s every hunter on the map. In the classic game mode, a match of Hunt pits 12 players — playing solo or in teams of two or three — against each other as they race to take out gruesome beasts for a bounty they must collect and get off of the map. Hunt‘s quickplay mode offers shorter matches for solo players to scavenge for weapons as they compete for a diminishing pool of bounty. The higher the risk, the higher the reward – but a single mistake could cost everything. For more information, visit www.huntshowdown.com.

NORCO Launches Today from Geography of Robots & Raw Fury

The Tribeca Games Award-winning narrative adventure game arrives on Steam & PC Game Pass

STOCKHOLM – March 24, 2022 – Indie publisher Raw Fury and game dev collaborative Geography of Robots are happy to announce that the genre-bending narrative adventure game NORCO is out now on Steam for PC and Mac. NORCO is also available today as a free download for PC Game Pass subscribers.

NORCO, the first-ever winner of the Tribeca Games Award, blurs the boundaries between art and video games. Heavily inspired by the titular town of Norco, Louisiana, and the greater New Orleans region, developer Geography of Robots blends true stories and personal history with inspirations from Southern Gothic literature and pulp fiction to create a uniquely dark and captivating game experience.

Set in a gritty, distorted version of South Louisiana, NORCO puts you on the search for your missing brother in the aftermath of your mother’s death. You’ll team up with a fugitive security android and explore the sinking suburbs, run-down strip malls, drainage ditches, and verdant industrial swamps of Louisiana’s petrochemical hinterlands.

NORCO is available as a digital download in both Standard and Special Editions. The Special Edition includes the full game, The Art of NORCO art book, and the official soundtrack, featuring a complete new album by metal band Thou.

NORCO’s full first act is free to play on Steam; progress can be carried over to the full game when purchased.

Additional Links

• Listen to samples from the NORCO OST: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuwwLD7PTg2h7YZlhpLVTJnCmLLBo_kzl
• Visit the virtual “Art of NORCO” gallery: https://artoffury.com/the-art-of-fury-norco-edition-virtual-gallery

About Geography of Robots

Geography of Robots is a game dev collab that explores the hidden geographies, conspiracies, folklore, and environmental histories of the American South in a collection of games, interactive fiction, and other experiments.

About Raw Fury

Raw Fury is a boutique indie (un)publisher founded in 2015 by Jonas Antonsson, Gordon Van Dyke, and David Martinez. We do not care about genres or mechanics. We care about experiences and emotions. We want to help developers make magic.

Developer Damage State gives you a glimpse behind the curtains of their upcoming action-packed shooter

Leamington Spa, UK – 24th March, 2022. Leading UK games publisher Kwalee and three-person developer Damage State invite you to take a trip into the blood-soaked world of Scathe, the new action-packed FPS in a brand new Devlog with lead programmer Chris Dawson. In this first video, Chris talks about why they introduced the bullet hell mechanics into Scathe and how dodging a storm of bullets will ramp up the intensity of the FPS action.

Coming to PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store in 2022, Scathe is an adrenaline fueled, classic FPS with big guns and even bigger demons. You play as Scathe, Enforcer of the legions of Hell, forged from the earth by the Divine Creator themself. And you, like your fallen kin before you, must prove your worth by navigating a deviously crafted maze, entangled with demonic evil at every twist and turn. So, grab your Hellhammer, lock’n’load and get ready to unleash your almighty fury!

Scathe Key Features

• ESCAPE THE MAZE – Your task is simple; collect the three Hellstones and get to the centre of the maze. Choose your own path by navigating expertly handcrafted zones – each filled with danger around every corner. Collect runes the need to progress, and smite all that stand in your way.
• BULLET HELL – Scathe is not your ordinary FPS… Get ready for bullet-hell where you must dodge countless waves of deadly projectiles. By utilising Scathe’s incredible speed, you can  dash through attacks, leaving you unharmed. Keeping on the move is the key to survival.
• LOCK’N’LOAD – Rip through your enemies with Scathe’s insanely powerful arsenal of weapons, each equipped with a devastating secondary fire. Spew hellfire with the Hot Hatch or slice through endless evil with the buzz saw launcher, Bow Blade.
• DROP IN/DROP OUT ONLINE MULTIPLAYER – Scathe will support full crossplay online multiplayer where players can drop-in and drop-out at any time. Already lost deep within the labyrinth? Call upon up to three friends to join the fight. Choose your kin wisely, because in Scathe, everyone shares the same pool of lives.

Scathe is scheduled to release for PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X and PC in 2022. Fans can wishlist the game on Steam now.

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About Kwalee

Kwalee is an industry-leading multi-platform publisher made up of over 200 employees with offices all over the globe. Publishing on PC, Console, and mobile, Kwalee has achieved over 750,000,000 downloads across App stores in the hypercasual market with hit mobile games such as Draw It, Traffic Cop 3D, Rocket Sky!, and more. More recently, Kwalee has also expanded into PC & Console publishing with a veteran team experienced in Premium Indie (III) and AAA chart-topping hits.

About Damage State  Damage State is a video games developer situated in Dundee, Scotland, UK. Formed in 2019 by three ex-AAA industry developers sporting over 40 years combined experience. Their focus is on premium indie titles (III) and a more modern take on game development. SCATHE is Damage State’s debut title and due for release in 2022.

Prague, Czech Republic – Thursday 24th March 2022: Developer Rendlike has released a brand new story trailer for forthcoming open-world 2D interstellar adventure FixFox.

With the game launching on Steam on Thursday 31st March, the new trailer casts light on FixFox’s narrative, telling the tale of human-fox hybrid Vix, the space mechanic, in greater detail. 

You can check out the trailer here:

Vix crashlands on a mysterious planet where tools are outlawed but sets out to fix everything they happen across whilst accompanied by her trusty toolbox Tin. 

It’s one of the warmest and most engaging games you’ll play this year, mixing a penchant for exploration with some bewitching puzzles that task players with everything from fixing a sentient kitchen appliance to constructing and operating giant mechs. 

FixFox will launch on Steam today for $14.99/£11.39 /€12.49.

About Rendlike

Rendlike is a solo developer studio in the Czech Republic. Jaroslav leads the studio with a passion to put heartfelt games into the world. He’s vowed to never create violent games and focuses on crafting games that promote kindness and friendship.

About Joystick Ventures Joystick Ventures partners with talented investors and developers to build thriving studios that release visionary games. We personalize every aspect of our collaboration, empowering you to shape your own success. You’re in control of your game, we give you the guidance necessary to get stellar results.

Pick Your Retro with Action-Platformer B.I.O.T.A. Coming Out on 12th of April

• Action-Platformer B.I.O.T.A. release date confirmed for 12 April 2022
• Swap color palettes and adjust the game’s looks to your favorite retro style
• A new trailer shows the 2D retro platformer in action

22 March 2022, WARSAW, POLAND – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Developer small bros and publisher Retrovibe announced the release date of their upcoming action-platformer game B.I.O.T.A. along with a new gameplay trailer which debuted today during the MIX 10th Anniversary Online Showcase.

The new video gives a taste of 54 unique 4-color palettes that gamers can unlock in B.I.O.T.A. and swap at any time during their play to customize their retro experience.

New Trailer on YouTube:

B.I.O.T.A. is a 2D metroidvania action-platformer set in a mining colony infected by an alien plague. It features 8 playable characters, a story campaign, arcade levels, and additional game modes. B.I.O.T.A. mixes the charm of retro games with the modern-day convenience of full controller support, saving anywhere, and more.

The game will be released on Steam and GOG on 12 April 2022 for 9.99 USD / 8.99 EUR. A demo is also available on both PC storefronts.

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B.I.O.T.A.’s store page on Steam

B.I.O.T.A.’s store page on GOG

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About small bros

Ivan Porrini, aka small bros, is a one-man-army indie developer from Italy. B.I.O.T.A. is his second retro-themed solo project and the first one released under Retrovibe.

About Retrovibe

Retrovibe is a publisher that aims to unlock next levels of fun by delivering new indie games with a retro heart. It was established in 2021 by a group of experienced games industry professionals.

Project Warlock II Early Access Launch Set for June with an Explosive New Trailer

• Early Access of Project Warlock II will launch in June 2022
• New details of the first playable chapter of the game revealed
• Fresh gameplay trailer shows the retro shooter in action

22 March 2022, WARSAW, POLAND – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Developer Buckshot Software and publisher Retrovibe announced the launch window and details of the retro shooter Project Warlock II. A new gameplay trailer with adrenaline-pumping action has also been revealed today during the MIX 10th Anniversary Online Showcase. 

New Trailer on YouTube:

Project Warlock II will be released in Early Access on Steam and GOG in June 2022. It will offer the first single-player chapter out of the planned three, each featuring its own playable protagonist. In June you will be stepping into the shoes of Palmer, who will need to defend his home castle from an onslaught of invading demons.

The developer revealed that each chapter of Project Warlock II will consist of 6 huge, sprawling levels up to 10 times bigger than any individual level in the original game. The game’s world evolved into vertical, three-dimensional, multi-floored structures, platforms, and buildings that literally elevate the gameplay.

Early Access of Project Warlock II is planned for about 1 year. The developers will gather feedback and refine gameplay while working on the remaining chapters of the game. Specific release date in June 2022 will be revealed soon. A playable demo is already available on both PC storefronts.

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Project Warlock II’s store page on Steam

Project Warlock II store page on GOG

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About Buckshot Software

Led by Jakub Cislo, a self-taught game designer, programmer, and the creator of the original Project Warlock, Buckshot Software is a six-person team of developers who love retro shooters like Wolfenstein, DOOM, and Quake.

About Retrovibe

Retrovibe is a publisher that aims to unlock next levels of fun by delivering new indie games with a retro heart. It was established in 2021 by a group of experienced games industry professionals.