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Extraction Shooter No Such Place Assigns Eerie Missions in Public Playtest on PC Today

SHENZHEN, China – 16 December 2025 – No Such Place, the top-down paranormal extraction shooter from developer ChillyRoom, investigates twisted dimensions in its latest public playtest today on PC via Steam.

Gear up to face deadly missions in distorted Dimensional Fragments, where fast reactions and creative gunsmithing are the keys to survival. Confront chilling paranormal anomalies that are beyond conventional understanding as a skilled agent of the Unknown Research Consortium (U.R.C.). 

Explore the freshly expanded forest, full of vital resources and teeming with otherworldly foes. Scout for valuable loot, collecting materials to enhance mission performance and build practical facilities in the safe house, like a workbench to initiate simple crafting and dismantling efforts. 

U.R.C. agents reject the concept of compatibility. Using the Corruption System, combine impossible components together to assemble a diverse and powerful weapons arsenal. Marry a motorcycle silencer with a rifle barrel or load corrupted rifle ammo into a compact pistol. Utilize the revertor tool to return corrupted items to their original state for a more stable customization experience. 

Manage different attributes, including hunger, strength, weight, and more, and keep a sharp eye on the agent’s health status to ensure a safe exploration. Gather rare resources while grinding the core stats for advanced tactical skills and survival abilities. Accept quests from commanders and other NPCs to unlock the hidden files revealing sinister secrets. 

No Such Place features many of the best attributes of traditional extraction shooters, as well as some distinct additions,” said Zeyang Li, CEO, ChillyRoom. “We’ve added several elements including atmospheric storytelling, an expansive weapon smithing system, and more that make for a thrilling and dynamic player experience.”

No Such Place launches its major playtest update on PC via Steam today, featuring English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Russian language support. 

For more information, visit the official website, YouTube, and Discord, check out the Twitter account for ChillyRoom and No Such Place, and search #NoSuchPlace on social media.

About ChillyRoom

ChillyRoom consists of a passionate team of indie game developers, striving to create interesting games and support talented individuals from the Chinese game industry. They’re best known for their popular mobile games, most notably including Soul Knight, a pixel action shoot’em up with 200 million downloads worldwide. ChillyRoom believes in nurturing the individual creative visions of its developers to foster a positive creative environment and produce the best products possible.

For more information, please visit the official website.

RAINBOW SIX MOBILE LAUNCHES WORLDWIDE ON 23 FEBRUARY 

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – 17 December 2025Today, Ubisoft announced that Rainbow Six® Mobile, a free-to-play, tactical first-person mobile game from the renowned Rainbow Six franchise, is launching worldwide on 23 February 2026, on iOS and Android devices. 

Developed by Ubisoft Montreal*, Rainbow Six Mobile delivers a true Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six® experience, where tactical gameplay meets fast-paced first-person action. Players will face off in 5v5 Player-vs-Player (PvP) matches in the core game mode: Attack vs. Defense. Attackers will deploy observation drones to gain intel and strategically breach through destructible walls, floors and ceilings, while defenders will barricade entry points and use spy cameras or traps to secure their location. By blending strategy with teamwork, players will experience the thrill of intense close-quarter combat as they alternate between attacking and defending to win it all. 

Rainbow Six Mobile has been developed exclusively for mobile devices with additional new features that are unique to the mobile version and existing features from Rainbow Six Siege, including: 

  • Game modes: Bomb, Bomb Rush, Team Deathmatch  
  • Access to more than 20 operators, including Ash, Mute, Dokkaebi and more 
  • Iconic maps, including Bank, Border, Clubhouse, Oregon, Villa, as well as Restaurant and Summit – new maps exclusive to mobile 
  • The onboarding tutorial, which focuses on key Rainbow Six fundamentals 
  • Private matches, Ranked matches and Quick Play 
  • With new content being added each season 

Rainbow Six Mobile is currently available in Poland, France, Canada, and throughout Latin America.  

For more information on Rainbow Six Mobile, please visit rainbowsixmobile.com.  For more information about other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.  

*Associate Ubisoft studios include Winnipeg, Halifax, Bucharest, and Chengdu. 

About Ubisoft 

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. With a Ubisoft+ subscription, players can access new releases, premium editions and extra content on Day One on PC, console and cloud. For the 2024-25 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.85 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

© 2025 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered trademarks in the US and/or other countries. 

Quarantine Zone passes 1.3 million wishlist checkpoint and heads to Steam libraries on January 12

The apocalyptic admin simulator Quarantine Zone: The Last Check is officially scheduled to launch on Steam on January 12 developer Brigada Games announced today.

Since its reveal in May, Quarantine Zone: The Last Check has spread like wildfire, amassing over 1.3 million wishlists on Steam and drawing nearly 2 million demo players. In Quarantine Zone: The Last Check, players take on the role of a government agent stationed at a critical checkpoint in the midst of a zombie apocalypse. Your job? Screen survivors, manage scarce resources, and make impossible moral decisions that determine who gets in—and who doesn’t.

Between juggling food, fuel, and defence systems, you’ll also face the human side of survival: trust, desperation, and the haunting consequences of every call you make.

And when the game launches you’ll find a whole host of infectious new features not present in the demo, including:

  • Use the new portable X-ray to scan a person’s internal organs for signs of infection, or check whether they’re hiding contraband where the sun don’t shine
  • With the new metiascope you can inspect peoples’ eyes for signs of the virus, or test if they have healthy reflexes with the new medical reflex hammer
  • Examine survivors with unknown symptoms in the laboratory to discover dangerous new signs of the virus
  • Send zombies to a cage and feed them corpses. Not just for the fun of it: the government will pay handsomely for them
  • With the new base management interface, oversee things from a bird’s eye perspective and manage all resources from a single interface. No more carts!
  • Zombies fall from rooftops: be ready to shoot them down
  • And many other improvements to defence and the overall experience

Quarantine Zone: The Last Check launches on Steam on January 12. A free demo is available now — get checked today!

Game Overview

A deadly outbreak. A desperate population. And one overworked agent standing between survival and total collapse — you.

Armed with cutting-edge technology and your own gut instinct, you’ll decide who passes through and who gets turned away. One wrong call, and the infection slips past your post. One hesitation, and it’s over.

SEE IT? SORT IT!
Use advanced screening tools to detect infection among terrified survivors. Spot hidden contraband, forbidden tech, and rare collectables as the crowd grows restless. Send the sick to quarantine, the healthy to safety — and the infected to their fate. Mercy is optional. Mistakes are fatal.

COMMAND THE CATASTROPHE
Keep the camp alive as chaos closes in. Manage food, power, and medicine. Reinforce defences. When the sirens blare, deploy an armed drone to contain the swarm. Every smart decision earns you better gear, stronger defences, and a fighting chance at tomorrow.

LEARN. ADAPT. SURVIVE.
Even the infected have their uses. Harvest samples. Research the virus. Turn horror into progress — but every experiment has a cost. Will you save lives… or sacrifice them for the greater good?

GORN 2’s winter-themed Dungeon Brawler update brings a brutal new dungeon crawler mode to the VR fighting epic

Dungeon crawling? Pathetic! Try dungeon BRAWLING in GORN 2’s latest bone-shattering free update, available now on Meta Quest, PSVR2, and SteamVR.

You know GORN 2 as a hyper-violent arena fighter, but the Dungeon Brawler update adds a mighty new mode to the game: a hyper-violent dungeon crawler! Explore randomly generated dungeons built from 25 unique rooms, battling enemies, dodging traps, and discovering brutal new weapons in the lava-filled depths.

The Dungeon Crawler update also includes an assortment of winter-themed gameplay additions, including an enemy freezing mechanic, slippery floors, wintry new dungeon hazards, and an arsenal of themed weapons. Wield hockey sticks, pucks, icicle swords, ice arrows, and more as you enjoy new story content and danger-filled dungeons. We’ve even added a jump button, letting you leap into the air and rain down death from above.

GORN 2’s ice-cold Dungeon Brawler update is out now on Meta Quest, PSVR2, and SteamVR.

Check out GORN2.com for more information.

FREE DEMO OF FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE OUT NOW ON NINTENDO SWITCH 2 AND XBOX

Pre-order to Unlock Exciting Bonus Content, Including the Original FINAL FANTASY VII for Digital Pre-orders and a Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY Play Booster for Physical Pre-Orders (on Nintendo Switch™ 2 and while supplies last)

SYDNEY (Dec. 17, 2025) Today, SQUARE ENIX® released a free demo for FINAL FANTASY™ VII REMAKE INTERGRADE, the expanded edition of 2020’s Best RPG of the Year – FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE, on Nintendo Switch™ 2, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC with Xbox Play Anywhere support. Players can carry their save data from the demo over to the full game, which launches on January 22, 2026.

Watch the new FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE trailer below:

In the demo, players can experience the game’s iconic opening chapter, in which the mercenary Cloud Strife and the underground resistance group Avalanche attempt to destroy a Mako Reactor powering the dystopian city of Midgar. In their fight against the shadowy Shinra Electric Power Company, Cloud and his comrades are thrust into a larger conflict that will decide the fate of the planet. Players with demo save data on their console can claim the bonus items “Revival Earrings” and “Survival Set” in the full game.

Players can pre-order the full game now to receive exciting bonuses, including:

  • Original FINAL FANTASY VII game – For a limited time, those who pre-order the digital edition of FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE on Nintendo Switch 2 or Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC will receive the original FINAL FANTASY VII. Players on Xbox can download and play the legendary FINAL FANTASY VII immediately after a pre-order purchase, while Nintendo Switch 2 players can play starting Jan. 22, 2026. This limited-time bonus runs until Jan. 31, 2026. Please refer to the store for details.
  • Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY Play Booster While Supplies Last – Those who preorder the physical edition of FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE for Nintendo Switch 2 will receive a Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY Play Booster**. Each Play Booster contains 15 randomly assorted cards.

An ideal entry point for newcomers, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE is a stunning reimagining of one of the most beloved titles in the FINAL FANTASY franchise. Rebuilt from the ground up by today’s visionary creators, it blends cutting-edge technology with a fresh perspective to deliver a cinematic and emotionally resonant experience. With breathtaking visuals, intuitive gameplay, and rich, strategic combat, it welcomes both longtime fans and first-timers alike. Even those unfamiliar with the series will find themselves immersed in a timeless story that feels both epic and deeply personal—a true modern masterpiece.

FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE comes bundled with FF7R EPISODE INTERmission, an exhilarating story arc which brings Wutai ninja Yuffie Kisaragi to the forefront as she infiltrates the city of Midgar during the events of the base game.

As part of SQUARE ENIX’s aim to deliver their games to more players worldwide, the entire FINAL FANTASY VII remake series will eventually come to Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S in addition to PlayStation 5 and PC. The trilogy’s third and final entry—the culmination of everything—is in development.

FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE will be available for Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox on PC on Jan. 22, 2026. For more information, visit: https://ffvii-remake-intergrade.square-enix-games.com/en-us/.

*Internet Connection and Nintendo Account required
**while supplies last

About FINAL FANTASY VII

First released in 1997 on the PlayStation® computer entertainment system, FINAL FANTASY VII celebrated its 25th Anniversary in 2022. The game is universally regarded as a hallmark title of the RPG genre. The original title received high praise for its epic storyline, unique characters, and movie sequences that utilized the most cutting-edge technology of the time. Since then, the game revolving around iconic hero, Cloud Strife and his pursuit of the antagonist Sephiroth has sold over 15.3 million copies worldwide and continues to receive widespread acclaim from critics and fans around the world. The popular game has even expanded into spin-offs, films and merchandise.

Now, Square Enix’s FINAL FANTASY VII remake project created by a team of original and new developers, retells the story of the genre-redefining RPG across three distinct, and standalone games. The first game of the trilogy, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE is now available on the PC and the PS5® and PS4® consoles, will be available on Jan. 22, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC, and Nintendo Switch™ 2 platforms. FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, the second game in the trilogy, has been praised by both players and critics across the globe, earning more than 125 perfect scores from media and 40 Game of the Year awards, and is available now for PC and the PS5® console.

About FINAL FANTASY

For over 35 years, the FINAL FANTASY series has delighted generations of gamers and millions of players worldwide through beloved role-playing adventures that are built upon the benchmarks of spectacular visuals, highly imaginative worlds, rich stories, memorable characters, and technical and gameplay innovation leading the industry and earning the highest accolades from around the world. Each mainline game in the series is a completely new experience, and an ideal entry-point to the series. Titles of the series have sold over 207 million units worldwide.

About Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 207 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 95 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd

PIONER–The Highly Anticipated Post-Apocalyptic MMO FPS – Debuts Today on Steam Early Access

GFA Games’ long-awaited open-world PvPvE shooter launches today, featuring both Standard and Deluxe Editions

BELGRADE, Serbia Dec. 16, 2025 GFA Games is excited to announce that their highly anticipated post-apocalyptic MMO shooter, PIONER, is out now worldwide via Steam Early Access! The game’s Standard Edition, priced at $29.99, is available with a 10% added launch discount for a limited time. Players can also purchase Deluxe Edition content featuring a range of in-game bonuses on Steam.

Launch is only the beginning for PIONER, as the developers will soon unveil an extensive update roadmap featuring new content and in-game events.  Players can expect the first expansion of the story as early as January 2026!

Players who choose PIONER’s Deluxe Edition will receive special in-game rewards, including:

  • Unique Skin: “Renegade”:  A unique, exclusive armor and gear design
  • Weapon Skin with VFX: A unique weapon skin for the entire AR platform, including AR-12, AR-16 and AR-16 Ifrit
  • Exclusive Founder Title: A status symbol for social interaction
  • Premium Currency: 500 Efritanium Crystals
  • Weapon Accessory: “Creepy Charm”: A cosmetic trinket for a weapon
  • Gadget: “Katana” Watch: Inspired by the iconic ‘80s Japanese watch design, a retro-futuristic style that fits the world of PIONER

PIONER takes players to a vast, atmospheric, post-apocalyptic island, where remnants of the Soviet era create an incredible alternate reality. The game emphasizes realism over traditional mechanics, offering an open world of over 50 km² filled with hidden dungeons, story quests, and faction missions that influence alliances and rewards. As a social-focused MMO, PIONER combines narrative-driven exploration with intense PvE and PvP gameplay where players shape the world through their actions.

Key Features

  • Immersive Open World:Explore an alternate reality inspired by the Soviet era, filled with atmospheric landscapes, unique architecture, and captivating world-building.
  • Rich Sci-Fi Lore: Delve into a narrative deeply influenced by classic science fiction, with complex characters, powerful artifacts, and mysterious anomalies shaping the story.
  • Story Campaign: Embark on a story-driven campaign with deep lore and engaging quests.
  • Intense PvP Modes: Defeat your rivals while climbing to the top.
  • Unique Progression System: Raise your influence by completing quests, defeating monsters, and exploring. Greater influence makes merchants more inclined to sell you better items, allows higher quality materials to drop, and even allows you to improve your non-combat abilities.
  • Diverse Game Activities: Engage in a range of activities, including PvE missions, PvP arenas, events, story-driven locations, and engaging mini-games like fishing and Carnage, a unique tactical card mini-game, featuring collectible decks, rewards and ranked matches.
  • Factions with Unique Personalities: Align with charismatic factions, each offering distinct characters, viewpoints, and special rewards.
  • Extensive Weapon Customization: Customize militarized weapons with a wide array of unique modules and designs never seen before in MMO games.
  • Realistic Survival Mechanics: Maintain your character’s strength by managing hunger, rest, and resources, adding a strategic layer to survival.
  • In-Depth Crafting System: Utilize artifacts, anomaly energy, and scavenged materials to craft powerful weapons and equipment at workbenches.

For more information about PIONER, visit the official GFA Games website.

About Pioner

PIONER is a post-apocalyptic MMO shooter set on the mysterious Soviet-era island of Tartarus, offering a vast open world spanning over 50 square kilometers. Blending intense PvE and PvP action with player-driven storytelling, the game features faction missions, hidden dungeons, and dynamic environments. Realism takes center stage, replacing traditional health bars and levels with immersive mechanics. High-risk zones like the “Shadowlands” push PvP to the extreme, allowing for chaotic, high-reward battles where alliances are key – or optional.

About GFA Games

GFA Games is a game development studio based in Belgrade, Serbia, dedicated to creating immersive and atmospheric gaming experiences. Founded by a team of passionate developers, the studio focuses on blending rich storytelling, dynamic gameplay, and striking visual design. Their new title, PIONER, showcases their commitment to crafting unique, post-apocalyptic worlds filled with depth and challenge.

RoadCraftLaunches “Timberworks Pack” DLC & New Demo on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S & PC

Discover new forestry adventures in RoadCraft’s latest DLC – and try out up to 10 hours of the game’s in-depth co-op sim action for free with the new demo!

PARIS Dec. 16, 2025 – Following the launch of RoadCraft’s Rebuild Expansion in September, Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive are excited to bring new content to their state-of-the-art simulation sandbox game, offering players new reconstruction options with today’s brand-new, forestry-themed “Timberworks Pack DLC.Available now for free for holders of the Rebuild Expansion on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, the “Timberworks Pack” DLCincludes a collection of specialized forestry vehicles built for cutting, transporting, and exploring deep woodlands. Bring the power of logging to your worksites and discover three new vehicles made for exploring more terrain:

  • The Aramatsu Forester Neo, a log forwarder designed for high off-road mobility and efficient timber handling
  • The Don 72 Malamute, a lightweight off-road scout ideal for exploration and puzzle objectives
  • The MTK Lesorub 2006, a tree harvester with strong traction and handling, making it perfect for timber operations

Each machine is crafted for tough off-road conditions and adds new possibilities for resource gathering and industrial missions. The “Timberworks Pack” DLC is available for free for holders of the Rebuild Expansion.

Jump start your skills in RoadCraft’s new free demo

Available now on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, RoadCraft’s new demo gives players the opportunity to explore the game’snext-gen heavy machinery simulation for free. With 10 hours of gameplay, new players can discover vast, disaster-stricken landscapes and rebuild crucial infrastructure while exploring the game’s first two maps: Precipice and Aftermath.

There’s no need to face the devastation alone, as the demo supports co-op for up to four players, including crossplay, allowing you to construct a team to confront the missions ahead. Any progression made during the demo as well as everything you unlock can be retained by purchasing any edition of RoadCraft now!

RoadCraft is out now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and the Epic Games Store. For more information, visit the official Focus Store page.Create your Focus Together account today to receive exclusive rewards and join the community and development of RoadCraft.

Maximum Football Unwraps Holiday Blitz Season Pass 5

The New Update Celebrates the End of the Year With New Stadiums and Holiday-Themed Unlockable Items 

Walnut Creek, California – December 16, 2025 | Maximum Entertainment released today the newest Season Pass for Maximum Football, the simulation sports game where players can play both pro and college football in one shared universe. Named Holiday Blitz, the new Season Pass celebrates the end of the year, delivering a full slate of unlockable holiday-themed content, complete with new stadiums and gear.

At the center of this season’s content is Silverpine Stadium, a brand-new environment earned through the pass. Wrapped in a wintry atmosphere and designed to evoke the spirit of the season, Silverpine Stadium offers players an entirely new setting to showcase their skills.

Other unlockable items in the pass include:

  • Reindeer helmets
  • Santa boot cleats
  • Red nose face mask
  • Candy cane-themed mouthguards
  • Krampus face paint
  • Holiday-themed uniform patterns

Season 5 continues Maximum Football’s commitment to delivering fresh, community-driven content throughout the year. Releasing right after the launch of Maximum Football’s Franchise Mode, Holiday Blitz introduces brand new unlockable rewards, giving football fans an extensive lineup of content to look forward to for the rest of the year and into 2026.

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About Maximum Entertainment

Maximum Entertainment is a global entertainment company dedicated to crafting indie to AA video game experiences through original content and licensed partnerships. A fully integrated group with a broad portfolio of content, the company emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity in its partnerships to produce the highest level of interactive entertainment. With more than 300 titles in its catalog, Maximum Entertainment has joined forces with talented creators and renowned franchises around the globe to deliver magic to the gamer in everyone. Maximum Entertainment employs experienced professionals across the entire value chain of video games including development, publishing, transmedia, sales, and operations. Visit Maximum Entertainment at www.maximument.com.

Tactical Monster Tamer EvoCreo Prepares for Battles on PC Jan. 7, 2026

Become an Evoking Master in RPG with more than 2.5 million downloads 

CHICAGO – Dec. 16, 2025 – EvoCreo,the tactical monster-catching RPG with more than 2.5 million downloads from Ilmfinity Studios, delivers strategic adventures to PC via Steam on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026.

Embark on a journey through the diverse biomes of Zenith.  Discover, raise, and battle more than 170 distinct creatures known as Creo. Become a powerful Evoking Master by challenging rivals, criminal agents, and other Creo collectors in elemental arenas while uncovering a nefarious plot and searching for a lost family member.

Go beyond games of elemental rock-paper-scissors and devise strategies in tactical Creo battles. Leverage move cooldowns, Creo Traits, Abilities, Types, and Status Effects to gain the upper hand. Curate a party ready for any situation with dozens of movesets and evolutionary paths to choose from, setting each adorable and fearsome Creo up for success.

Journey through the world of Zenith solo for more than 30 hours of adventures, then put every Evoker lesson learned to the test online in a free multiplayer update coming soon after launch. Practice new strategies and learn new skills in battle with friends, or challenge Evokers from around the world. Emerge victorious to climb the online rankings and become a global Evoking Master!

“We developed EvoCreo to be like no other monster-taming RPG, with a focus on tactical battles, distinct Creo designs, and a vast world to explore,” said Ebrahim Behbahani, Founder at Ilmfinity. “We felt that these elements were unexplored and can still be improved upon today, so we hope Evokers on more platforms enjoy what makes Zenith so compelling!”

EvoCreo will be available on Jan. 7, 2026 for $9.99 USD and include language support for English, French, Italian, German, Spanish – Spain, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese – Brazil, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Swedish, and Traditional Chinese. Learn more about EvoCreo by visiting the official website, following @ilmfinity on social media, joining the official Discord community, and searching the hashtag #EvoCreo. Visit the Ilmfinity official website for more information on the studio.

About Ilmfinity Studios

Ilmfinity Studios has been dedicated to creating engaging experiences and stories since 2010. Its first title, EvoCreo, has been downloaded over 2.5 million times since its launch, and its sequel, EvoCreo 2, launched recently on mobile devices. The studio is currently developing EvoCreo for PC, as well as several unannounced titles.

PainkillerReleases “Metal as Hell” Content Update & DLC Today on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S & Steam

Experience new combat items, Rogue Angel Mode content and QoL improvements in the free update, alongside a new trailer!

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. Dec. 16, 2025 – Purgatory has even more in store for you! 3D Realms and developer Anshar Studios have released the first major content update for Painkiller today on PC and consoles. Free for all players, the “Metal as Hell” update adds two new throwable items to deploy in battle – the leeching Demon Blood and powerful Holy Orb Turret – as well as 10 new arenas and an additional boss fight for the roguelike Rogue Angel Mode, plus a host of quality-of-life features. 

Check out today’s new “Metal as Hell” trailer for a closer look at all the action!

In addition, Painkiller will release a new developer diary on the 3D Realms YouTube channel later today! Check out the video for a behind-the-scenes look at Painkiller’s sound design, from mixing sound effects, implementing audio UX elements, and building a unique system to make music flow between levels – with unique sounds for each biome and environment.

The new “Metal as Hell” DLC, featuring four character skins and six weapon skins, is also available today as a free download for Season Pass owners or as a standalone purchase for $4.99|£3.99|€4.99.

Beyond the new items and Rogue Angel content, today’s free Painkiller update also adds a slew of quality-of-life features, including a revive progress bar, push-to-talk functionality in Voice Chat, and more. A host of improvements were introduced to existing features, including weapon progression in Rogue Angel Mode, adjustments to the titular Painkiller weapon, additional settings options, balancing and more. For all the info on the update’s content, check out the patch notes.

About Painkiller

Blast through hordes of demons in brutal, fast-paced combat with an array of infernal weapons that can be upgraded and customized in multiple ways with devastating results in Painkiller! Battle across gruesome gothic levels to stop the fallen angel Azazel’s invasion of Earth and earn your salvation – solo or in online co-op for up to three players.

Key Features

  • Purgatory Is Your Playground: Jump, hook and dash across vast, spine-chilling biomes while fighting nightmarish enemies in bloody, fast-paced combat with a host of new and classic Painkiller weapons.
  • Three-Player Online Co-op: Play online with up to two friends, exploring diverse locations, uncovering secrets and facing off against terrifying enemies.
  • Grotesque Terrors Await: Challenge a variety of horrifying foes, from hordes of demons to titanic terrors like the monstrous children of Azazel – the Nephilim.
  • Unleash The Pain: Upgrade and customize your weapons to expand your arsenal, use tarot cards to power up your abilities, and team up with friends to obliterate all foes.
  • Choose Your Character Wisely: Play as one of four distinct characters – Ink, Void, Sol and Roch – with unique perks to boost your energy, health, power and damage.
  • Rogue Angel Mode: Survive a brutal roguelike mode where you and your friends advance through handcrafted arenas and take on epic bosses while collecting tarot cards, weapons and items along the way.

Painkiller is available now on PlayStation 5 (Deluxe), Xbox Series X|S (Deluxe), and PC via Steam. For more Painkiller, visit the game’s website.

About Saber Interactive

Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 15 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park: Survival, Turok: Origins, World War Z, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, SnowRunner, Expeditions: A MudRunner Game and RoadCraft. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with leading developers and publishers, including producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others. Learn more at https://saber.games.

About 3D Realms

Redefining AAA – Action, Attitude, Adrenaline, 3D Realms has rocked the world for almost 30 years by publishing unforgettable, iconic games like Duke Nukem, Terminal Velocity, Shadow Warrior, Death Rally, Max Payne, and more recently Ghostrunner, Ion Fury, CULTIC, Tempest Rising, and RIPOUT.

Led by industry veterans, 3D Realms is a proud member of Saber Interactive, with a mission of publishing games for grownups. Unapologetic and uncompromising, we’re not afraid of being who we are and being damn good at it – for everyone’s benefit. For more information, visit 3drealms.com.

About Anshar Studios

Anshar Studios, based in Katowice, Poland, is a dynamic game development studio known for producing AA-quality games across multiple platforms. Since 2012, the team of nearly 200 skilled professionals have been dedicated to crafting meaningful gaming experiences with a focus on narrative depth and immersive gameplay. Notable releases include the self-published Gamedec, Bloober Team’s Layers of Fear and Observer: System Redux, along with undisclosed projects for major industry developers and publishers. Skilled team, well-crafted portfolio, and ambition to grow. Learn more at: ansharstudios.com.