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World Premiere: Cats in the Shell, a Mecha-Customizing Roguelike with Thrilling Battles

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. 

Join the seven-day public playtest via Steam now.

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.

River City Girls Double Dragon Youtooz Talking Plushies Available to Preorder

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.

© ARC SYSTEM WORKS / WayForward Technologies, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED PRISON-BREAK RPG BACK TO THE DAWN COMES TO PLAYSTATION 5 ON OCTOBER 22

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?

Back to the Dawn is launching on PS5 on October 22 and available to wishlist now. The game is also available on Steam, the Microsoft Store, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox Game Pass, Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2.

About Clouded Leopard Entertainment

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.

Official Website: https://www.cloudedleopardent.com

About Spiral Up

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

Relic Entertainment Announces a New Standalone Experience, Company of Heroes 3: Final Stand, Launching July 29

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.

SOLO LEVELING: ARISE WELCOMES AGNES RIVERA AS ITS NEW DARK-TYPE BUSTER

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.”

Please visit the official website, X, Facebook, Instagram, Discord, and official YouTube channel to stay up-to-date with the latest information about Solo Leveling: ARISE.

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.

Cat Mail Co.’s Delivery Is Running a Little Late… Fur a Good Reason. New Arrival Date Set for July 9.

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.

Steam Page: store.steampowered.com/app/4380490/Cat_Mail_Co


About the Game

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.

Resident Evil Survival Unit Launches Collaboration Event with CAPCOM’s Monster Hunter Series

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 Hunter series. 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.

STORMIND GAMES ANNOUNCES REMOTHERED: TORMENTED FATHERS REMASTERED AND REMOTHERED: BROKEN PORCELAIN REMASTERED

The first two chapters of the acclaimed survival horror franchise return in fully remastered editions developed with Unreal Engine 5

Catania, Italy – July 2, 2026 – Stormind Games announces Remothered: Tormented Fathers Remastered and Remothered: Broken Porcelain Remastered, remastered editions of the first two chapters of the acclaimed survival horror franchise, which will also welcome its third installment later this year.

Both titles are being rebuilt in Unreal Engine 5, introducing major visual and technical improvements while preserving the original gameplay, atmosphere, balance, and identity that made the series a standout in the genre.

Over the years, the Remothered franchise has established itself as one of the leading names in modern survival horror, carrying forward the legacy of the genre’s classics while redefining it through a strong psychological and narrative focus.

The Remastered editions will feature:

  • Upgrade to Unreal Engine 5
  • More realistic lighting powered by Lumen technology
  • Richer, more detailed environments with 4K textures and Nanite technology
  • Enhanced character models
  • Redesigned user interface and menus
  • Updated cinematic sequences built to modern production standards
  • Fixes for legacy bugs found in the original releases
  • Overall improvements to stability and gameplay quality

The goal of the project is to preserve the essence of the original games while delivering a technical presentation that meets the expectations of today’s players.

“Remothered is a franchise we continue to deeply believe in. After confirming that a new chapter will arrive later this year, these Remastered editions represent another step in our commitment to this universe and to the community that has supported it over the years. We want to keep strengthening the franchise by honoring its past while building its future,” said Antonio Cannata, CEO & Co-Founder of Stormind Games.

Remothered: Tormented Fathers Remastered will once again immerse players in Rosemary Reed’s nightmare inside the mysterious Felton mansion, while Remothered: Broken Porcelain Remastered will bring players back to the halls of the Ashmann Inn, unveiling the secrets and connections that define the series’ narrative universe.

More information about both projects will be revealed in the coming months.

About Stormind Games Stormind is an independent AA studio creating original and licensed horror games for PC and consoles. The team is best known for the survival horror saga Remothered and A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, the first-person horror adventure based on the Paramount Pictures franchise. They also co-developed Mafia: The Old Country alongside Hangar 13 and 2K. More information at: https://stormindgames.com/

Torchlight: Infinite SS13 Afterlight Begins 16 July, Details Coming Next Week

New character Tide Whisper Selina revealed ahead of upcoming season preview

Shanghai, China July 2, 2026 | XD Games is excited to announce that the next Torchlight: Infinite season — SS13 Afterlight — will begin worldwide on 16 July. Before that, SS13 will be detailed in an upcoming season preview on 11 July, which fans can watch on the Torchlight: Infinite YouTube and Twitch channels.

Today, Torchlight: Infinite players can get their first look at a brand new hero that will be playable on 16 July, Tide Whisper Selina. More information on the water-dwelling magic wielder will be revealed in the coming weeks.

Watch the Tide Whisper Selina character trailer below:

In tandem with the Afterlight season preview, TorchCon 2026 kicks off on 11 July. The latest edition of the annual convention takes place at the West Bund Art Center in Shanghai, China. As well as limited-edition merch and an immersive Torchlight experience, attendees will get to meet and chat with the developers behind the game. 

The celebration in Shanghai will be complemented by Torchlight Gathering · LA, which will be the first-ever Torchlight Gathering in North America. For more information on how to attend, fans can take a look at the official Torchlight: Infinite X account.

For a full breakdown of everything coming to Torchlight: Infinite during SS13 Afterlight, fans can watch the season preview on 11 July at 10:00am PDT / 1:00pm EDT / 6:00pm BST / 7:00pm CEST. 

Torchlight: Infinite is available now on PC, iOS, and Android. SS13 Afterlight will begin on 16 July at 7:00pm PDT / 10:00pm EDT, and 17 July at 3:00am BST / 4am CEST.

About XD Games

Founded in 2003, XD Games is a global video games developer and publisher with extensive experience across development, publishing and operations. As of 2022, XD has 38 free-to-play and paid games with over 50 million monthly active users worldwide. In addition, TapTap — a mobile games community and app store — was launched by XD in 2016 and is estimated to currently have 44 million monthly active users.  XD’s mission is to assemble like-minded talented games industry craftspeople with a common goal of touching the hearts of players around the world. XD produces games of the finest quality with passion, offering a pure gaming experience, and encouraging players of all ages to embrace the unique joy of video gaming.

GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE’S SUMMER UPDATE ‘WAVE TO YOU’ AVAILABLE NOW

New Story Event, Summer NIKKEs, Swimsuit Costumes and Much More Celebrates This Seasonal Event

PALO ALTO, CA — JULY 2, 2026 — Level Infinite and SHIFT UP today launched ‘Wave To You’, the highly anticipated summer update for the award-winning sci-fi RPG shooter GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE, now available for PC and mobile devices. Blending heartfelt storytelling with seaside adventures, the seasonal update introduces two new characters, sizzling swimsuit costumes, an all-new boss battle, and a cozy Puzzle Bobble-style mini-game.

Fans attending Anime Expo this weekend can also visit the Goddess of Victory: NIKKE booth at the Los Angeles Convention Center for interactive activities, photo-ops with official NIKKE cosplayers, and the debut of brand new exclusive merchandise at Booth SF5 in the South Hall Lobby.

‘Wave To You’ Summer Update Features:

  • New Character Outfits & Mechanics – Cinderella: Crystal Wave: Cinderella debuts a beautiful new swimsuit prepared for her by Grave, featuring a special gameplay mechanic that allows players to tap her standing pose to trigger a hidden black swimsuit.
  • Marciana: Marine Study: Heading to the beach with students Tia and Naga under the guise of a graduation trip, a highly vigilant Marciana suspects the vacation is actually a test. Embarrassed over the revealing swimsuit her students prepared, she sports her favorite penguin outfit over it.
     
  • Exclusive Summer Costumes – A new lineup of swimsuit cosmetics arrives in time with the summer heat!
    • Gacha Costume – Little Mermaid: Shell Princess – A 2nd Generation Grimms model frequently referred to as “Siren” due to her lengthy name. She also harbors quiet, unspoken feelings for Commander, calling him “My Prince” in her heart, gifting him bubble sea glass, and blushing whenever they are alone — a thread of bittersweet first-love romance woven through the summer. She uses Spindrift, a liquid polymetal alloy that forms bubbles, as her primary weapon – and her beautiful swimsuit design is enhanced by how bubbles form to create a “shell” around her. 
    • Summer Pass Costumes
      • Tia: Sea Lizzie – An agreeable, perennial-smiling graduate student from M.M.R. Vocational School who is prone to adopting the opinions of others. Tia is a diehard foodie with a particular soft spot for sugary desserts – if she is particularly fond of a dessert, she can devour it and nothing else all day long.
      • Naga: Ring Ensemble – An unflappable M.M.R. Vocational School graduate student who acts as the big sister figure and spiritual glue for the Dazzling Pearl squad. Naga is extremely self-conscious about her appearance, as she looks slightly older than her actual age. 
  • Island Breaker Minigame: Bounce a ball to destroy beach debris and fend off Raptures in this addictive and cozy Puzzle Bobble-style minigame. Earn seashells to upgrade attacks for bigger combo rewards!
  • New Boss: Face off against a massive new variant of the “Land Eater” lurking beneath the ocean floor that has adapted to take on the physical form of an entire island!

Downloaded over 45 million times since launch, GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE is available globally for PC, iOS and Android mobile devices. GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE continues to deliver regular updates and content expansions that keep players immersed in the game’s evolving narrative. Fans can stay tuned for more announcements of upcoming collaborations at http://nikke-en.com.

Download the game on the iOS App StoreGoogle Play and Windows PC.

About Level Infinite
Level Infinite is Tencent’s global games brand, dedicated to delivering engaging and original gaming experiences to a worldwide audience, whenever and wherever they choose to play. The brand also provides a wide range of services and resources to a network of developers and partner studios around the world to help them unlock the potential of their games. Level Infinite is both publisher of breakout hit games like PUBG MOBILE, Honor of Kings and Goddess of Victory: NIKKE and a collaborative partner in games such as Dune: Awakening from Funcom, Warhammer 40K: Darktide and many more. To learn more about Level Infinite, visit www.levelinfinite.com