Sandfall Interactive’s Debut Takes Home Coveted Prize at The Game Awards 2025 

London, United Kingdom & Montpellier, France (Dec. 11, 2025) – Independent French video game developer Sandfall Interactive has taken home the ‘Game of the Year’ award at today’s The Game Awards 2025 in Los Angeles, USA. To celebrate this monumental milestone, and as a sincere ‘Thank You’ to the passionate global community of fans for their unwavering support, Sandfall Interactive and publisher Kepler Interactive have released a free game update which adds new content and surprises for fans of the smash-hit reactive turn-based RPG. 

Today’s free game update is rolling out now across all platforms and regions, and will introduce a host of much-requested new content including: 

• A new, playable environment, taking the characters of Expedition 33 to ‘Verso’s Drafts’ – a whimsical storybook adventure with ties to a young Verso. Players will encounter celebratory Gestrals, surprising new locations and an encounter with a sinister, powerful presence… 
• New music tracks by Lorien Testard, the award-winning composer behind the Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 soundtrack, which are also now available on digital streaming platforms. You can listen to the playlist on YouTube here. 
• Challenging boss battles for late-game players to overcome within the Endless Tower. Besting these powerful adversaries will reward players with powerful new Pictos, costumes and gear. 
• A much-requested official Photo Mode, allowing players to pause the action and commemorate their favorite moments from the game’s story and battles.  
• New text and UI game localizations into Czech, Ukrainian, Latin American Spanish, Turkish, Vietnamese, Thai and Indonesian, bringing the total number of supported languages to 19.  
• Added FSR 4 support, including AMD temporal upscaling for sharper visuals and frame generation for smoother gameplay on compatible GPUs. 
• New Quality of Life improvements, other new features and further improvements to the game’s performance across platforms, including on handheld PC systems. 

Alongside today’s ‘Game of the Year’ win, Expedition 33 was awarded the ‘Best Game Direction’ & ‘Best Narrative’ prizes at The Game Awards 2025 show and was nominated for a record-breaking 12 categories in total. 

Since launching in April, Expedition 33 has gone on to receive widespread critical acclaim and accolades around the world. As one of the best-reviewed new releases of 2025, the game has gone on to sell over 5 million units across digital download and retail and has inspired a whole new generation of artists, cosplayers and fans with its breathtaking artistry, immersive world and exciting turn-based combat. The game’s publisher, Kepler Interactive, has been a champion for Sandfall Interactive’s artistry and talent in creating a truly cultural experience, and the game sits proudly among their other award-winning and celebrated titles including Sifu and Rematch (developed by Sloclap), Tchia (developed by Awaceb), Pacific Drive (developed by Ironwood Studios) and many more. 

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is out now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via GOG, Steam and Epic Games Store. For more information, visit http://www.Expedition33.com  

About Sandfall Interactive:  

Founded in 2020 in France, Sandfall Interactive is an independent video game studio developing high-quality games for PC and consoles. With a focus on powerful narrative experiences, Sandfall Interactive aspires to deliver incredible stories with intriguing characters in gorgeous fantasy worlds inspired by French culture. The team also thrives in pushing technical boundaries by working with the latest and greatest technologies such as Unreal Engine 5.  

Their debut title, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, is out now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

About Kepler Interactive:

Kepler Interactive is a video game company and creative studio headquartered in London. With games like Pacific Drive, Sifu, Rematch and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kepler curates its partnerships with developers worldwide to showcase some of the newest and most brilliant ideas in gaming that combine experimental game design with unique art direction.   Alongside its game portfolio, Kepler’s creative studio seeks to bring games to life in areas such as art, fashion, music, architecture and design through development of lifestyle products and collaborations with artists like fashion designer Robyn Lynch. Kepler explores the creative spaces that inspire games and the people who make them – challenging perspectives and elevating the medium to a new level.  

Sydney, Australia, December 12, 2025 – Milestone has officially announced a release date for the return of its most iconic IP, Screamer. The game will launch on March 26^th, 2026 and will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The announcement was made during The Game Awards 2025, where a new story trailer for the game was also revealed.

Inspired by classic JRPG elements, Screamer immerses players in an illegal street racing tournament where five rival teams compete with no holds barred. Each team, led by a leader supported by two members, brings its own motives, histories, and secrets to the track. Every participant has something to prove, and through the game’s campaign,it will be possible to explore all the intertwined narratives by playing the whole cast of characters.

Set in a dystopic universe dripping with anime aesthetics and futuristic vibes, the story will unfold through over 30 minutes of anime-style cutscenes produced by Polygon Pictures,one of the oldest and most renowned Japanese animation studios. An international voice cast, featuring internationally acclaimed actors Troy Baker and Aleks Le as two of the main characters, will further enhance the cinematic experience. Charged with tension and atmosphere, Screamer’s narrative trailer sets the tone for what’s to come: a fresh experience set to redefine what players can expect from arcade racing.

Beyond its narrative core, Screamer features innovative gameplay mechanics built around a Twin Stick control system and a seamless blend of racing and fighting actions. The Echo System, a unique feature that connects the narrative to the gameplay, allows players to generate and use Sync and Entropy, the two resources that fuel attack and defensive actions. With only a few months until the game launches on all major consoles, Screamer is now available for pre-order.

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About Milestone

Founded in Milan in 1996, Milestone is one of the leading and longest-established racing game developers and publishers in the world. The +300 people team is responsible for hit series like MotoGP™, Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame, the acclaimed Hot Wheels Unleashed™, as well as its own IP, RIDE. For more information, please visit https://milestone.it/

Debut Game from Invoke Invites Players to Embrace Forbidden Magic Main Character of Kaatri Played by the Award-Winning Tricia Helfer

Renton, WA and Montreal, QC – December 11, 2025 — Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), today announced WARLOCK: DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, an original third person single-player action-adventure game. WARLOCK is set in a dark fantasy open world inspired by DUNGEONS & DRAGONS. Developed by Invoke Studios, the game places players in the role of Kaatri, a veteran warrior who makes a pact to wield otherworldly magic against dark powers. The role of Kaatri features full performance capture by the award-winning Tricia Helfer (Battlestar Galactica, Lucifer). WARLOCK is currently in development for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox.

WARLOCK empowers players to use magic to overcome a wide range of challenges. In exploration, every spell is a key unlocking new paths and possibilities in a beautiful yet unsettling world. When facing enemies, magic and melee combine for a combat experience that is both tactical and visceral.

“Working with our colleagues at Wizards of the Coast on a brand as rich as D&D has given the team the creative freedom and support to build a new ambitious open-world experience for players. We’re excited to finally announce WARLOCK and looking forward to sharing gameplay details in the future,” said Dominic Guay, General Manager of Invoke.

“Warlocks wield powerful, otherworldly magic, but it always comes at a cost.” said John Hight, President of Wizards of the Coast. “Invoke has crafted a world that captures the dangerous wonder at the heart of DUNGEONS & DRAGONS where players can push the limits of Kaatri’s magic and discover what lies beyond.”

Additional details, including the gameplay debut, will be revealed in summer 2026, with a planned launch in 2027. WARLOCK reinforces Wizards of the Coast’s commitment to worldbuilding and broadens their roster for upcoming AAA games, both original IP and based on established worlds.

About Invoke
Based in Montreal, Invoke, a Wizards of the Coast studio, is a close-knit team with a passion for making ambitious games. The team includes a collection of talent that has worked on award-winning and critically-acclaimed franchises including Far Cry, Watch Dogs, Guardians of the Galaxy and Deus Ex.

About Wizards of the Coast
Wizards of the Coast develops and publishes legendary games that inspire creativity, forge friendships and build communities of global fans. A division of Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company (NASDAQ: HAS), Wizards delivers premium experiences for gamers across tabletop, video games, and digital platforms based on both new and time-honored brands, including its best-known franchises MAGIC: THE GATHERING and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, and from Hasbro’s unparalleled portfolio of thousands of iconic marks.

Wizards’ diverse studio network includes first-party developers Archetype Entertainment, Invoke Studios, Atomic Arcade and Skeleton Key as well as co-venture and license partners. Headquartered in Renton, Washington, Wizards fosters world-class talent to create unforgettable play experiences on all platforms.

Archetype Entertainment and Wizards of the Coast Showcase their Latest Trailer for the Epic Space Opera, EXODUS

RENTON, WA and AUSTIN, TX – December 11, 2025 – Wizards of the Coast and Archetype Entertainment today debuted the new trailer for EXODUS ™ at The Game Awards. The trailer provides fans with a more in-depth look at Jun Aslan, a hero on an epic journey across the universe to save a world on the brink of collapse.

Jun comes from humble beginnings, but carries the legacy of a revered Traveler dynasty. Hidden beneath his unassuming origins lies a genetic heritage that grants Jun extraordinary powers and abilities unlike any other human.

Players will shape Jun’s destiny through moral choices and conflicting agendas that echo across generations. Fans will determine who Jun ultimately becomes through their actions and choices, all while the fate of their home planet, and beyond, lies in the balance. 

EXODUS offers freedom in gameplay style, allowing players to approach challenges through stealth or open combat. Both paths are designed to be equally rewarding, empowering players to tailor their experience. As the story unfolds, fans will unlock new weapons and abilities, form bonds with companions, and discover combat synergies that deepen both the gameplay and the storytelling.

Jun will not face this journey alone. Throughout EXODUS, players will meet companions with unique motivations and secrets. These relationships are integral to the experience, bringing new lore, side stories, and quests that enrich the vast narrative universe.

The trailer also features another look at C.C. Orlev, an enigmatic figure whose presence seems to guide Jun at crucial moments. Though everyone has heard of Orlev, few know who he truly is—or what became of him. The role of Orlev is brought to life by Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey, marking his first-ever appearance in a video game.

“EXODUS is a story about humanity’s resilience and the heroism that can emerge in our darkest hours,” said Chad Robertson, VP of Game Development at Archetype Entertainment. “Jun’s journey of discovery will shape entire worlds both now and for generations to come.”

“EXODUS transports us through time and space to a future where technology is so advanced that humankind has reshaped itself to harness godlike powers” said John Hight, President of Wizards of the Coast. “Archetype is crafting an epic tale set in a faraway galaxy where your choices impact worlds.”  

EXODUS will release in early 2027.

About Archetype Entertainment
Archetype Entertainment is an Austin-based studio established in 2019 as a division of game developer and publisher Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro. Archetype Entertainment is comprised of veteran developers from AAA RPG development studios including BioWare, Naughty Dog, 343 Industries, Blizzard and more. The studio is developing EXODUS, an epic new sci-fi roleplaying game (RPG) franchise. Learn more at www.archetype-entertainment.com.

About Wizards of the Coast
Wizards of the Coast develops and publishes legendary games that inspire creativity, forge friendships and build communities of global fans. A division of Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company (NASDAQ: HAS), Wizards delivers premium experiences for gamers across tabletop, video games, and digital platforms based on both new and time-honored brands, including its best-known franchises MAGIC: THE GATHERING and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, and from Hasbro’s unparalleled portfolio of thousands of iconic marks. 

Wizards’ diverse studio network includes first-party developers Archetype Entertainment, Invoke Studios, Atomic Arcade and Skeleton Key as well as co-venture and license partners. Headquartered in Renton, Washington, Wizards fosters world-class talent to create unforgettable play experiences on all platforms. To learn more about Wizards, visit https://company.wizards.com  or Wizards of the Coast on LinkedIn. 

CI Games Thrills Audiences with a First Look at the Bone-Breaking Soulslike Combat of the Highly Anticipated Action-RPG; Also Releases Final Major Update for Lords of the Fallen (2023

LOS ANGELES – Dec. 11, 2025 – Independent developer and publisher CI Games has revealed the very first look at gameplay of the highly anticipated action-RPG Lords of the Fallen II as part of The Game Awards (TGA). The hard-hitting new trailer, featuring a cover of “It’s a Sin” by chart-topping rock band Ghost, illustrates the game’s brutal soulslike combat against an array of fearsome, towering creatures amid an expansive world characterized by its trademark dual realms. Built on Unreal Engine 5, Lords of the Fallen II launches in 2026 on the PlayStation®5 system, the Xbox Series X|S console systems, PC via the Epic Games Store, and is available to wishlist now.

Lords of the Fallen II, currently in active development, is a new soulslike action-RPG set in a human realm besieged by eons of malevolent gods, visceral magic, and unflinching defenders. 1,000 years after the fall of the dark god Adyr, a lone kingdom stands against the forces of the dead realm known as Umbral and its eldritch master.

This eagerly awaited sequel is bolder, braver, and bloodier. As the Lampbearer, players can rend enemies limb from limb with a brand new dismemberment feature and silence them forever with all-new executions in a fast and fluid combat system. An even greater wealth of enemy types and truly jaw-dropping boss battles will test even the strongest in solo play or best-in-class shared progression co-op and optional PvP multiplayer. Witness a first look at three fearsome bosses in this first gameplay reveal, including the metal-encased Heartroot Warden and his chain-wrapped greatsword, the bewinged Koydreth striking from his rune-etched mirror, and the colossal dragon Lingao the Souring Storm harnessing the power of wind and lightning.

“We are excited to share this first gameplay look for Lords of the Fallen II at the TGAs,” said Game Director, James Lowe.“Designed and developed in accordance with our players-first philosophy, we look forward to seeing the community’s reaction to the faster and more brutal combat, the significantly greater enemy variety, and the more spectacular boss battle showdowns. And this is just the beginning…”

Lords of the Fallen (2023) Version 2.5 Update

To satiate fans as they wait for the release of Lords of the Fallen II, CI Games has released the final major update for Lords of the Fallen (2023). Version 2.5 introduces extensive reworks to enemy and boss behavior across both Legacy and the all-new Veteran Mode, and more:

• Bosses Reborn: With combat now faster, tighter, and more aggressive, bosses, mini-bosses, and enemies throughout the game have received extensive behavior updates across both Legacy and Veteran mode, to increase the soulslike challenge. Bosses like Pieta feature refined combos and increased moveset variation while the Congregator of Flesh has received less staggering and tighter pacing. Mini-bosses will pressure players further with faster attacks, smarter positioning, and cooldown logic, while normal enemies go a step further with a new global cooldown system adding to their aggression, alongside faster spell recovery, and reduced attack distance.
• Veteran Mode: Beyond these refinements lies Veteran Mode — the ultimate test of skill and endurance. Here, many of Mournstead’s bosses have been further empowered with faster transitions, new attack patterns, and even more aggressive behavior. Those that conquer veteran mode will earn a final reward – the Veteran of the Veil breastplate with a unique item drop buff.
• Boss Weapons Reforged: Several boss weapons now feature new signature attack animations.

Version 2.5 is the culmination of over 70 updates forged through the feedback of more than 6 million players. For full patch notes, visit the official news feed.

CEO Marek Tyminski added, “We’ve been actively listening and engaging with our community since launch. This is exactly what they’ve been asking for and we’re delighted to provide it free for all owners – the final major update and the ultimate representation of our vision for Lords of the Fallen.”

CI Games will share more details in 2026 for Lords of the Fallen II ahead of its global launch. As fans wait for the sequel, new Lords of the Fallen (2023) players can enjoy a limited time discount of 50% off ($14.99, €14.99, £12.49) on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, the PlayStation®5 system, and the Xbox Series X|S console systems.

For more game information visit the official Lords of the Fallen website. Fans can also follow on YouTube, Instagram, X, Facebook, Reddit, or join the official Discord.

To learn more about CI Games, visit the official company website.

About CI Games

Founded in 2002, CI Games is an independent, global video games developer and publisher. The company has created internationally recognised and celebrated titles for nearly 25 years, including the acclaimed Lords of the Fallen and Sniper Ghost Warrior franchises. CI Games is currently developing the next major installment of the Lords of the Fallen franchise, as Lords of the Fallen II is due in 2026. For more information about CI Games, please visit www.cigames.com.

Team Up Together and Overcome the Odds in this Original Anime Sci-Fi Adventure Coming Exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 Next Year 

London, United Kingdom & Tokyo, Japan (Dec. 11, 2025) – Just announced at The Game Awards 2025 is Orbitals, the intergalactic two-player co-op adventure set in a brand-new retro anime galaxy, coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch™ 2 in 2026. Published by Kepler Interactive, the video game publisher and creative studio behind Sifu, Rematch, Pacific Drive, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and many more, Orbitals is the original game debut of indie developer Shapefarm, headquartered in Mitaka, Tokyo. Developed from the ground-up for asymmetrical multiplayer, Orbitals invites players to grab a friend and blast off into an experience unlike any other.

In Orbitals, players will team up and take on the roles of Maki and Omura, two inseparable explorers with a whole lot more determination than on-the-job experience. Working together, they will brave the perils of space to save their crumbling space station home from the dangers of a supernatural cosmic storm. Whether it’s by using unique tools to open the path forward, piloting their spaceship through dangerous asteroid fields or taking a break and soaking up the lavish anime-inspired atmosphere, players will embark on an intergalactic adventure and forge new bonds as friends together.

Developed in Unreal Engine 5, Orbitals takes full advantage of the Nintendo Switch 2 hardware to deliver an unforgettable co-operative experience regardless of your preferred way of connecting together. Either by teaming up with two pairs of Joy-Con™ 2 controllers on a single Nintendo Switch 2 device for split-screen local co-op, using the system’s GameShare feature to share Orbitals with another local player on a compatible Nintendo Switch 2 or Nintendo Switch™ device, or by matchmaking online with their friends and taking advantage of the Nintendo Switch 2’s built-in microphone and GameChat for crystal-clear communications, players around the world can team up and save the day together as one inseparable team.

Orbitals captures the warmth and style of classic Japanese anime, brought to life with authentic detail and clear reverence by the Tokyo-based development team at Shapefarm. The artists and developers at the studio have lovingly created a brand-new original world inspired by retro anime from the early ’90s and brought the artform to life in a way never before seen. Additionally, the developers have partnered with Studio Massket, the animation house behind hundreds of some of the most beloved and popular Japanese anime, to create hand-crafted cutscenes for the game for that extra layer of authenticity for fans of the anime medium. Combined with both full Japanese and English audio dubs, Shapefarm intends to honor the anime artform with a co-operative playable adventure that fans can fall in love with.

Orbitals will launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026. For more information, follow the game’s official social channels or visit the official website at www.orbitalsgame.com.

About Shapefarm: 

Shapefarm is a Tokyo-based studio comprised of an international team of creative talent turning dreams into games. 

United by a deep love of classic Japanese visual design and storytelling, the studio’s first original project, Orbitals, embodies the studios’ passion for creating enduring and universally resonant experiences crafted with the highest level of artistry. 

About Kepler Interactive:  

Kepler Interactive is a video game company and creative studio headquartered in London. With games like Pacific Drive, Sifu, Rematch and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kepler curates its partnerships with developers worldwide to showcase some of the newest and most brilliant ideas in gaming that combine experimental game design with unique art direction. 

Alongside its game portfolio, Kepler’s creative studio seeks to bring games to life in areas such as art, fashion, music, architecture and design through development of lifestyle products and collaborations with artists like fashion designer Robyn Lynch. Kepler explores the creative spaces that inspire games and the people who make them – challenging perspectives and elevating the medium to a new level.  Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.

Inspired by the legendary filmmaker’s wildest nightmares, the ‘80s action-horror co-op game revealed the news with a zombie-packed trailer live at The Game Awards 2025

LOS ANGELES –Dec. 11, 2025 – Saber Interactive and Focus Entertainment are thrilled to announce that the ’80s action-horror-inspired co-op shooter John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando will infest PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store on March 12, 2026. Both the game’s Standard and Blood Editions are available to pre-order now on all platforms and include the Leon’s Secret Stash DLC as a free pre-order bonus. The launch date was unveiled alongside a new blood-pumping release date trailer during The Game Awards 2025 ceremony.

NO BRAINS. NO BRAKES. NO FILTER.

In the near future, an experimental attempt to harness the power of the Earth’s core ends in a terrifying disaster, turning soil to sludge and the living to undead monsters. Leon Dorsey, the genius behind the experiment, had a plan to make things right: hire a team of highly trained mercenaries to get the job done. Unfortunately, they were all too expensive. That’s why he hired THE TOXIC COMMANDOS.

Tag team as a squad of up to four players, featuring full crossplay support across PC and consoles. Send the Sludge God and its horde of things-that-should-never-be back to the underworld as you drive across semi-open maps and tear through the wasteland. Find how your squad clicks, shooting swarms of enemies together and smashing them under the wheels of your favorite ride for that pure rush of satisfaction. Unload an array of gunfire, grenades, special abilities, and even freaking katanas. When mutated monstrosities swarm from every angle, teamwork isn’t optional—it’s survival.

Pre-order the Standard or Blood Edition and Get Free DLC

John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando will come in two editions—the Standard Edition and the Blood Edition, both available for pre-order now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via the Epic Games Store and Steam.

Pre-orders of any edition grant the Leon’s Secret Stash DLC for free.

On top of the base game, the Blood Edition includes the Bloody Pass, featuring:

• Two post-launch DLCs including unique skins for characters, weapons, and vehicles to make sure you’re the most fashionable crew of the apocalypse 
• A golden Cosmetic Pack for weapons featuring a weapon charm and character skins

Don’t let the undead get to you first. Grab your edition now!

Free updates will also be creeping up, adding new missions, enemies, weapons, and vehicles for all players. Stay alert even after launch. Zombies don’t sleep.

John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando brings chaos on March 12, 2026. Pre-order it now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store.

Frictional Games Reveals Their Newest Mind-Bending Narrative Mystery Launching in 2026 for PC and Console 

LONDON (Dec. 11, 2025) – Video games publisher and creative studio Kepler Interactive and Frictional Games, the independent developer known for SOMA, and the Penumbra and Amnesia series, have today revealed their newest project, ONTOS, a sci-fi mystery thriller coming to PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S next year. Featuring Golden Globe winner Stellan Skarsgård within its talented cast, ONTOS has been developed as a spiritual successor to the critically acclaimed SOMA by the talented Swedish development team, bringing their immersive gameplay systems and unrivalled storytelling and worldbuilding to the next level.

In ONTOS, players will become Aditi Amani, a resourceful engineer, as she explores the repurposed moon hotel Samsara in search of the truth around her estranged father. Samsara is a vast labyrinth built atop the ruins of a failed mining colony, and players will explore this open, interconnected environment in their quest for the truth. Every corner of Samsara tells a story, and every story has something hiding beneath the surface, waiting to be found… 

Players will scavenge for helpful items, manipulate intricate machinery and face intense tests of morality as they encounter horrific Experiments throughout Samsara. There is no ‘one solution’ to the obstacles players will encounter in ONTOS. Players will need to use their wits and ingenuity to reach the narrative’s mysterious conclusions and face the consequences of their choices. 

“After more than 10 years of development it is incredibly exciting to finally announce ONTOS. This is easily our most ambitious project yet in terms of scope, production values and sheer thematic ambitions,” says Thomas Grip, creative director and co-founder of Frictional Games. “Where SOMA tackled consciousness, ONTOS aims to do the same thing with the very nature of reality. A lofty goal – yes – and a risky one too. I feel we have managed to create something that does just that though – a game that lets you actively engage with the mysteries of existence headfirst. I am personally dying to see how players react to it.” 

Developed using their new, proprietary HPL4 engine, Frictional Game’s most thought-provoking work yet will release in collaboration with Kepler Interactive, the publisher behind a curated collection of culturally resonant, bold and timeless games including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Rematch, Sifu, Pacific Drive and Ultros. “Kepler is always drawn to teams like Frictional Games that share our passion for creativity and art that feels alive. ONTOS is bold, unsettling and beautifully weird. It’s the kind of project that captures the magic of true auteurs and Hollywood talent coming together to explore the strange and tell a story that could only exist in video games,” says Alexis Garavaryan, CEO of Kepler Interactive. 

ONTOS was previously teased back in September 2025 via an innovative and immersive ARG (Alternate Reality Game) made in collaboration with Kepler Interactive, ONTOS’ global publishing partner. Via a mysterious clue found in SOMA’s 10th anniversary update on PC, players could discover a series of social accounts, websites and strange messages that led them to uncover some early teases about ONTOS’ philosophical story themes and locations.  

Players can wishlist ONTOS now on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S ahead of its release in 2026. For more information, visit: www.ontosgame.com. 

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About Frictional Games

Frictional Games is a small independent game developer, known for horror themes and narrative experiences. They are the developers of the Penumbra series, the Amnesia series, SOMA, and publishers of Amnesia: A Machine for Pigs. ONTOS is their newest upcoming title, launching in 2026. 

About Kepler Interactive

Kepler Interactive is a video game company and creative studio headquartered in London. With games like Pacific Drive, Sifu, Rematch and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kepler curates its partnerships with developers worldwide to showcase some of the newest and most brilliant ideas in gaming that combine experimental game design with unique art direction.  Alongside its game portfolio, Kepler’s creative studio seeks to bring games to life in areas such as art, fashion, music, architecture and design through development of lifestyle products and collaborations with artists like fashion designer Robyn Lynch. Kepler explores the creative spaces that inspire games and the people who make them – challenging perspectives and elevating the medium to a new level. 

An intimate, companion-driven adventure from The Last of UsGame Director Bruce Straley, coming to PC

LOS ANGELES – December 11, 2025 – Wildflower Interactive, a new independent game studio led by Bruce Straley (The Last of Us, Uncharted), today revealed its debut title Coven of the Chicken Foot, during The Game Awards.

The dungeons have been plundered and the monsters long slain. As the heroes move on, an elderly witch quietly gets to work. Coven of the Chicken Foot is a single-player adventure about the building of a bond between an elderly witch named Gertie and a peculiar creature, who must learn to work together to fulfill an oath. As their trust deepens, a dark revelation of what they’re up against will make them question their commitment to the oath and to each other.

Set in a stylized world that winks at the tropes of traditional fantasy adventures, this emotionally-rich, charming-yet-dark creature puzzle-platformer invites players to reconsider who the real “heroes” are, and how easily stories shift when told from the margins. As Gertie, players venture into dark dungeons, lush forests, catacombs of fallen heroes, and mucky bogs that kill all those that dare enter. Gertie is not your typical hero: She won’t be swinging swords or double-jumping her way past dangers. Instead, survival means learning to collaborate with her strange companion.

Built on pioneering technology, Wildflower Interactive has crafted a non-playable ally unlike any other; a dynamic, responsive creature that reacts and evolves its abilities and motivations throughout the player’s experience.

Key Features

• The unlikely hero: Step into the role of an elderly woman whose resolve and care become her greatest strengths.
• A playable relationship: Driven by innovative technology and unique companion-based gameplay, your companion observes, adapts, and develops new behaviors from how you play, reshaping traversal and solutions over time.
• Wordless storytelling: Piece together the mystery through environments, gestures, and small choices.
• Explore a fantasy realm: A striking visual style while exploring ancient realms, lush forestry, and torch-lit caves, that mixes storybook charm with darker undertones.

Founded by games industry veterans looking to build a small, creative, independent studio, Wildflower Interactive reflects a desire for artistic freedom and innovation beyond the constraints of AAA. Building on lessons from companion systems through The Last of Us and Uncharted, Coven of the Chicken Foot represents a new evolution in interactive relationships.

“Wildflower Interactive is built on the notion of pushing myself creatively and working with like-minded creative people, driven by a strong desire to continue the conversation about what kind of experiences video games can deliver,” said Bruce Straley, founder of Wildflower Interactive. “We’re doing that with Coven of the Chicken Foot. It nods at the fun and simplicity of old school games, while also evolving the pairing of storytelling and interactivity in a new, challenging way. I’m very proud of what we’ve built at Wildflower and can’t wait for people to explore the world we’re creating and get to know our lovable duo.”Coven of the Chicken Foot is coming to PC via Steam. Wishlist on Steam and learn more at wildflowergames.com.

About Wildflower Interactive

Wildflower Interactive is a small, creatively-driven game studio crafting story-rich, emotionally complex experiences. Led by industry veteran Bruce Straley (The Last of Us, Uncharted), the team is currently developing Coven of the Chicken Foot, which blends dark fantasy with whimsical charm. With a strong focus on player-driven discovery, the game explores the meaning of companionship, transformation, and the unsettling power of forgotten magic.

Stay in the light. 

PARIS (Dec. 11, 2025) – Revealed today during The Game Awards, the epic turn-based RPG based on tabletop RPG systems, Solasta II, will enter Early Access on March 12, 2026.Players must lead the four adopted Colwall siblings through the unknown lands of Neokos, as they collide with divine legacies and mortal ambitions, on their quest to discover the truth their mother took to her grave. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2975950/Solasta_II/

Bound by a covenant left unfinished by their late mother, the siblings find themselves drawn into an ancient conflict that threatens to consume their world and unravel their family. Alongside their elder siblings, Rickard and Deorcas, they must navigate loyalties strained by grief, faith tested by darkness; with each step forward revealing how thin the line truly is between devotion and damnation.

As players traverse the fractured land, they must forge uneasy alliances, challenge the very will of the gods and be forced to make impossible choices that strike too close to home. Power always comes at a price; the question is whether it’s one you’re willing to pay.

Alongside the expanded narrative, striking cinematic visuals and deep tactical gameplay systems, Solasta II introduces a distinguished cast of voice actors to bring its heroes and villains to life: 

• Amelia Tyler (Baldur’s Gate III, Hades II) as Shadwyn  
• An ancient, unknowable force whose corruption spreads across the continent, threatening to plunge Neokos into darkness. 
• Ben Starr (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Final Fantasy XVI) as Rickard Colwall  
• The eldest of the Colwall siblings, a steadfast light in a darkening world, whose loyalty runs deeper than blood. 
• Devora Wilde (Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Baldur’s Gate III) as Deorcas Colwall  
• A formidable warrior whose grief has driven her to doubt her faith, leading her down a path of darkness.  
• Ellen Thomas (Arcane) as Anabasia  
• A charismatic and manipulative leader, whose silver tongue is as dangerous as any sword.  

Staying true to its tabletop roots, Solasta II perfects upon Tactical Adventures’ signature combat design, implementing the 2024 SRD ruleset to deliver the definitive D&D experience to truly capture the spirit of sitting around the table with friends, dice in hand.  

All aspiring party members are invited to join the conversation and be part of helping shape the future ofSolasta II in the official Discord. 

About Tactical Adventures 

Tactical Adventures is an independent development studio based in Paris, France, founded in 2018 with a commitment to bringing the tabletop RPG experience to life on screen. Led by industry veterans and lifelong tabletop fans, the team focuses on crafting deeply narrative-driven games within the RPG genre, supporting tactical-minded combat situations.

Their passion for immersive storytelling led to the creation of Solasta: Crown of the Magister, a project initially brought to life through a successful Kickstarter campaign, followed by a community-rooted Early Access. Tactical Adventures is currently working on Solasta II, the highly anticipated sequel set to debut in Early Access for PC in 2026. 

About Kepler Interactive 

Kepler Interactive is a video game company and creative studio headquartered in London. With games like Pacific Drive, Sifu, Rematch and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kepler curates its partnerships with developers worldwide to showcase some of the newest and most brilliant ideas in gaming that combine experimental game design with unique art direction.  Alongside its game portfolio, Kepler’s creative studio seeks to bring games to life in areas such as art, fashion, music, architecture and design through development of lifestyle products and collaborations with artists like fashion designer Robyn Lynch. Kepler explores the creative spaces that inspire games and the people who make them – challenging perspectives and elevating the medium to a new level.