Cakey’s Twisted Bakery launches on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S on December 11. This stealth-driven survival horror throws players into a wild bakery overrun by sweet and sinister creatures. On January 8, 2026, the game will also arrive on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Cakey’s Twisted Bakery is already available on PC.

The game was created by TinyMindz, a two-person indie studio from the United States. It originally debuted on PC in 2024, where it was warmly received by players. Currently, Cakey’s Twisted Bakery holds an 86% positive rating on Steam. The console versions are being prepared and published by Ultimate Games S.A.

Xbox Store Page – https://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/store/cakeys-twisted-bakery/9mtb20wbtz7w

Bake to Survive

Cakey’s Twisted Bakery is a first-person stealth survival horror. Players take on the role of a child searching for their missing brother inside a bakery filled with dough-based monsters who view children as the perfect baking ingredient. The main threat is the titular Cakey, accompanied by his equally dangerous partners – Frostina and Candy Bane.

Gameplay focuses on sneaking and hiding to avoid these creatures. Crafting plays an important role, giving players a chance to fight back and survive. Randomized elements ensure that each playthrough feels a little different.

Inside this twisted bakery, players explore a mix of darkness and desserts. To stay alive, they must collect randomly placed ingredients used to bake colorful cakes. Throwing a perfectly baked cake can stun or defeat enemies. A flashlight helps locate key items, and players can also discover various notes scattered around the bakery.

Cakey’s Twisted Bakery – Key Features:

• Stealth-driven survival horror
• A chaotic, sugar-coated bakery
• Collect ingredients and bake combat-ready cakes
• Dark-and-sweet boss encounters
• Every playthrough is different

Cakey’s Twisted Bakery launches on Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S on December 11, 2025. The PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 versions will debut on January 8, 2026.

Two icons. One legacy. The chase begins again.

Sydney, Australia, December 12, 2025: Atari and PLAION REPLAI are proud to announce that the Atari 2600+ PAC-MAN Edition, a brand-new version of the legendary console inspired by one of gaming’s most recognisable icons, is out now.

THE RETURN OF A CLASSIC

The Atari 2600+ PAC-MAN Edition is a lovingly reimagined take on the console that defined home gaming for a generation. Now finished in signature PAC-MAN yellow and featuring illuminated character icons across the front panel, this collector’s edition combines authentic retro design with modern features including HDMI output, USB-C power, and multiple display modes (4:3/16:9).

Included in every box is the PAC-MAN Double Feature cartridge, giving players two ways to relive the arcade chase that started it all:

• PAC-MAN 2600 – The original home console version that introduced millions to PAC-MAN’s maze-chase magic.
• PAC-MAN 7800 – A brand-new, arcade-style version faithfully recreated for the modern era.

Each console also includes a PAC-MAN CX-40+ Wireless Joystick (Yellow) — a bold reimagining of Atari’s most iconic controller.

A CELEBRATION OF GAMING’S GREATEST ICONS

In addition to the console, fans can also collect the PAC-MAN CX-40+ Wireless Joysticks, available separately in five vibrant colours inspired by PAC-MAN and the ghosts — Yellow (PAC-MAN), Red (Blinky), Pink (Pinky), Blue (Inky), and Orange (Clyde). Each joystick retails for $59.95.

“The Atari 2600+ PAC-MAN Edition is where nostalgia meets new life,” said Ben Jones, Commercial Director at PLAION REPLAI. “By bringing two of gaming’s most enduring icons together, we’ve created a piece of history that doesn’t just look the part — it plays beautifully too. It’s the perfect way to rediscover simple fun in a complex world.”

“Atari and PAC-MAN both defined what it meant to play,” added Wade Rosen, CEO of Atari. “This release celebrates that shared legacy — and the endless joy of the chase that continues to inspire generations.”

STYLED TO DISPLAY. BUILT TO PLAY.

The Atari 2600+ PAC-MAN Edition and the PAC-MAN CX-40+ Wireless Joysticks are available now from leading retailers worldwide and Atari.com, priced at $269.99 and $59.95,respectively.

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ABOUT PLAION

PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Founded nearly three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Additionally, the company operates PLAION REPLAI, a label dedicated to the production, publishing, and distribution of retro gaming hardware and software.

PLAION is an Embracer Group company.

ABOUT ATARI

Atari is an interactive entertainment company and an iconic gaming industry brand that transcends generations and audiences. The company is globally recognised for its multi-platform, interactive entertainment, and licensed products. Atari owns and/or manages a portfolio of more than 200 unique games and franchises, including world-renowned brands like Asteroids®, Centipede®, Missile Command®, Pong®, and RollerCoaster Tycoon®.

The Atari family of brands includes game developers Digital Eclipse and Nightdive Studios, the publishing label Infogrames, and the community-based sites AtariAge and MobyGames. Atari has offices in New York and Paris. Visit us online at www.Atari.com.

©2025 Atari Interactive, Inc. Atari wordmark and logo are trademarks owned by Atari Interactive, Inc.

ABOUT BANDAI NAMCO ENTERTAINMENT AMERICA INC.

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., part of the Bandai Namco Group, is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive entertainment for major video game consoles, PC, online, and mobile platforms. The company is known for creating many of the industry’s beloved classic franchises, such as PAC-MAN®, GALAGA®, TEKKEN®, SOULCALIBUR®, and ACE COMBAT®, and publishing the critically acclaimed DARK SOULS™ series and the blockbuster title ELDEN RING™.

Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is headquartered in Irvine, California.

A tribute to the coders who never stopped creating

12^th December 2025:  The world’s most iconic 8-bit computer is back, and darker than ever.  THEC64 mini – Black Edition is out now, bringing with it a curated library of modern C64 masterpieces and a bold matte-and-gloss black finish that redefines what retro can look and feel like.

Developed by Retro Games Ltd. (RGL) in partnership with PLAION REPLAI, this limited-edition reimagining of the Commodore 64 isn’t just a piece of nostalgia – it’s a living celebration of the fans and developers who never stopped coding for the machine that launched a generation of creators. 

“This isn’t a throwback, it’s a continuation,” said Paul Andrews, Managing Director at RGL.  “The Black Edition celebrates the energy of a community that kept making, experimenting, and innovating long after the commercial era ended.  It’s proof that creativity on the C64 never died.”

FROM BEDROOM CODERS TO MODERN MASTERS:

When the Commodore 64 debuted in 1982, it turned millions into makers.  Decades later, that same spirit still drives a global homebrew scene incorporating a vibrant DIY community building new games for old hardware.

THEC64 mini – Black Edition unites that scene in one definitive collection – 25 pre-installed hand-picked Neo-Retro games created by some of the most talented contemporary C64 developers.

Highlights include:

• Sam’s Journey: Platforming brilliance from Knights of Bytes (98% Zzap! Sizzler)
• A Pig Quest: 2023’s critically acclaimed adventure from Piggy 18 Team (96% Zzap! Gold Medal)
• Hessian: Cyberpunk action from Covert BitOps (93% Zzap! Sizzler)
• Knight ’N’ Grail, Steel Ranger, Galencia and more – games that prove the C64 is still inspiring new worlds

BACK IN BLACK – A CELEBRATION OF CREATIVITY AND CULTURE:

The Back In Black campaign honours the underground aesthetic and raw creativity of the modern C64 scene.  With its sleek black styling, plug-and-play HDMI, four save-slots per game, and a micro-switched USB joystick, this edition is built for collectors, coders, and newcomers alike.  This new machine is authentic, modern, and unapologetically retro.

AVAILABLE NOW:

THEC64 mini – Black Edition priced at$189.95 RRP, available through leading retailers worldwide.

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ABOUT RETRO GAMES LTD.

Retro Games Ltd are the creators of THEC64, THEA500 Mini, and THE400 Mini – authentic recreations of the world’s most beloved home computers.  Their mission is to keep the spirit of classic gaming alive, celebrating the creativity, design, and excitement that defined the 8-bit and 16-bit eras.  For more information, visit www.retrogames.biz.  Follow us on social media for the latest updates, reveals, and retro celebrations.

ABOUT PLAION REPLAI

PLAION REPLAI is a dedicated label under PLAION focused on preserving and celebrating gaming history through high-quality, officially licensed hardware and software.  With a commitment to authenticity, design fidelity, and nostalgia, REPLAI works with the world’s most respected creators to bring timeless classics back to life for a new generation

New “Death Knight” Class Arriving December 29

LOS ANGELES – DECEMBER 11, 2025 – Netmarble, a renowned developer and publisher of high-quality games, has announced a large content update for its mobile MMORPG Lineage 2: Revolution. Players can experience the first-ever Grade ZR Morph that brings powerful skills and combat mechanics for those looking to elevate their in-game abilities.

Inspired by the divine power of the goddess Shilen, the Grade ZR Morph embodies the concept of a half-human, half-god transcendent warrior. Wielding an enormous greatsword with one hand, this Morph utilizes the Power of Water and the Power of Death to execute devastating melee attacks. She can also teleport behind targets to inflict crowd control effects like stuns. Unique to the Grade ZR Morph is its exclusive ultimate skill, “Avatar of Shilen,” which temporarily transforms the player into the Reincarnation of Death, granting a barrier, knockdown effects, and ranged damage enhancements. Additionally, the Grade ZR Morph has four active skills, an expanded skill set compared to previous Grade LR Morphs, and powerful passive abilities that enhance survivability by removing harmful effects and recovering HP under specific conditions.

Lineage 2: Revolution also announced the arrival of a powerful new class, “Death Knight,” coming in the December 29 update, making a long-awaited addition to the game’s lineup of classes. Wielding a greatsword and heavy armor, Death Knight features unique mechanics such as “Death Points,” which are accumulated by attacking enemies and enable enhanced skills when filled. 

Players can transform Death Knight into the “True Death Knight,” a state in which Death Points remain fully charged and allow for continuous use of empowered skills with overwhelming combat power. Both Death Knight and True Death Knight forms benefit from a special immortality passive that activates upon receiving fatal damage. This effect grants temporary invincibility and a protective shield that enables players to survive other lethal attacks and continue fighting.

Also launching on December 29 are special celebration rewards, including a Grade LR Morph, a Grade UR Agathion, and a special weapon costume.

Lineage 2: Revolution is a MMORPG bringing top-quality visuals, a massive open world and large-scale PvP to mobile devices. The game features stunning visuals and large-scale open-world combat where players can battle in real-time on a single screen – all in a gorgeous, fully featured, persistent world MMORPG that can be enjoyed alongside players around the world and all within the palm of your hands.

For more information regarding Lineage 2: Revolution, visit the official website, forum, and the official Facebook page.

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 athttp://company.netmarble.com.

Available in Horizon Worlds for iOS and Android! 

Paris, France, 11th December 2025 – Hold onto your hats as Dollhouse Studios prepares to unleash its first exciting project, Marble Challengers, a thrilling multiplayer racer designed for Horizon Worlds, compatible with mobile devices.   

Ready, get set, race! Challenge your friends and other players alike as you vie for a podium finish in casual racer Marble Challengers. Select your marble and get ready for a nail-biting race to the finish, through snow-laden mountain landscapes, watery vistas and sun-soaked scenery. In this idle competition, races take place on a dual rollercoaster-style track, with players able to switch between each track at the touch of a button. You’ll need to be fast, though; tracks are filled with obstacles like green slime and traffic cones that can halt progress. 

Expanding the fun even further, players get to pick up and store up to three boosts to use at just the right moment for that extra rush of speed. But don’t forget to grab a few tasty coins littered around each track and then spend them post-race in the shop to unlock new marbles and more!

“With Marble Challengers, we wanted to tap into the casual, idle energy that makes mobile gaming so fun. As Meta pivots beyond pure XR to embrace mobile, we saw a massive opportunity to create a true ‘pick-up-and-play’ experience within Horizon Worlds,” says Pierre Friquet, Game Director. “We are thrilled to be at the forefront of this shift, bringing the social chaos of Horizon out of the headset and directly into players’ pockets.”

Marble Challengers Key Features:

• Marble Mayhem – Challenge players around the world in fast-paced races
• Courses – Over 8 tracks are available at launch
• Boosts & Coins – Pickup boosts for extra speed and coins to spend post race 
• New Marbles – Unlock new zany designs 
• Multiplayer – Compete in up to four-player races

Marble Challengers is available now through Horizon Worlds, compatible with iOS and Android devices. 

Marble Challengers – Horizon Store Link| 

About Marble Challengers:

Combining social gameplay with mobile mechanics, Marble Challengers is the first Horizon Worlds game from Dollhouse Studios. In a frantic race to the finish, challenge your friends in online marble races, using powerful boosts to gain the advantage. But watch out, the tracks are littered with obstacles that can slow you down or stop you completely. Top the leaderboards to unlock funny new marbles that look great on top of the podium!  

About Dollhouse Studios:

Based in Paris, France, Dollhouse Studios is a team comprised of veteran creators, experts in console, PC and mobile gaming. Focused on the new era of game development, at the intersection of social and casual experiences, Dollhouse Studios is pioneering new, uncharted ideas as modern players seek to elevate their gaming experiences. 

The survival adventure has been 10,000 years in the making. 

London, UK, 11th December 2025 – The wait is finally over as VR survival fans can now enjoy the official launch of Neolithic Dawn for Meta Quest 2, 3 & 3S.

Originally beginning life five years ago as a PC VR title, Neolithic Dawn saw its first public release as an Early Access game for Meta Quest in the Summer of 2025. After months of updates from the Neolithic team, Neolithic Dawn delivers a VR survival adventure like no other. 

Set in 10,000 BC, North America – with locations inspired by the region – in Neolithic Dawn, you are a hunter-gatherer who learns that your lineage is on a great quest. But this cannot be achieved in one lifetime, as the prehistoric era is filled with many dangers. Using a unique multi-generational permadeath system, death is not the end, as you’ll be reborn 20 years later. This can lead to many lives being lived and centuries passing.

To survive this harsh and unpredictable climate, you’ll have to craft tools and weapons by hand, explore vast open maps and hunt dangerous beasts. Balance key elements like hunger, thirst, energy and warmth to stay alive, building fires for warmth and to cook food. Animals can be hunted but they can also be tamed, providing a valuable companion on your journey.

Neolithic Dawn v1.0 Key Features:

• Multi-generational Permadeath – Death is not the end, only a new beginning as you become your descendant
• Innovative Tutorial – Learn how to survive by becoming your ancestor and having to protect yourself as a baby!
• Realistic Challenges – Carefully balance Hunger, Thirst, Energy, and Warmth in order to survive each day
• Crafting – Use resources from the environment to build tools and weapons to feed and protect yourself
• Master the Environment – Encounter deadly prehistoric beasts that can either be killed or tamed
• Social Prehistory – Take on these harsh lands with friends in 4-player co-op or hang out around the campfire and be social

Neolithic Dawn is available now on the Horizon Store for Meta Quest, priced at $19.99 USD/£9.99 GBP. To mark the occasion, a 25% launch discount is available during the first week, joining other VR games in the Horizon Store Holiday Sale. 

A PC VR edition is available on Steam, which is currently in early access. 

Neolithic Dawn – Horizon Store Link| Steam

About Neolithic Dawn:

An open-world VR survival adventure like no other, Neolithic Dawn has been built exclusively for VR. Become a hunter/gatherer in 10,000 BC North America, taking a journey of more than one lifetime. Explore dense forests and icy tundras in this unrelenting wilderness, looking for valuable resources. Craft tools and weapons to fight prehistoric beasts, or test your skills and tame them!

About Neolithic LLC:

Started by James Bellian in 2021, Neolithic Dawn was originally a solo project looking to harness the power of VR. Over the past four years, the project and the development team have grown to create an expansive, prehistoric world filled with exciting possibilities.

The beloved Winx Club franchise returns to consoles next year in a brand-new adventure on PC, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5

Walnut Creek, California – December 11, 2025 | The global classic Winx Club franchise returns to consoles in a magical new adventure in Winx Club: The Magic is Back, announced Maximum Entertainment and Rainbow, the studio behind Winx Club created by Iginio Straffi. The first Winx Club video game in over a decade, The Magic is Back will release on PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 in April of 2026.

Watch the Winx Club: The Magic is Back announcement trailer below:

Coinciding with the brand-new Winx Club: The Magic is Back animated series, this enchanting new adventure brings the Winx fairies to life like never before, combining magical combat, puzzle-solving, and cooperative gameplay.

“With Winx Club: The Magic is Back, we’re celebrating the global love for the Winx universe and inviting fans, both longtime followers and newcomers, into a modern, magical gameplay experience that captures everything they cherish about Winx,” said Philippe Cohen, CEO of Maximum Entertainment.

“For so many people, the Winx universe holds a special place in their hearts, and this game brings that magic to life in a fresh and exciting way. We’re thrilled to join forces with Maximum Entertainment to share this new adventure with longtime fans and a new generation of players,” said Joanne Lee, Chief Content Officer at Rainbow.

Players will explore some of the most beloved and iconic locations from the Winx universe, from the halls of Alfea College to the Enchanted Forest, the dramatic Coastal Cliffs, and the mysterious Desert Ruins of Red Fountain. Players can freely switch between all six fairies, each with their own distinctive magical abilities, to overcome enemies and puzzles in creative new ways.

Experience the fun with a friend in two-player local co-op, taking on powerful foes together. With its mix of exploration, action, and teamwork, Winx Club: The Magic is Back console game captures the essence of what has made Winx Club a global phenomenon.

Winx Club: The Magic is Back is enjoying remarkable international success following the launch of the first 13 CGI-revived episodes, airing on major broadcasters including CBBC and iPlayer in the UK, TF1 in France, and RAI in Italy, and streaming worldwide on Netflix, where it quickly claimed the #1 Kids’ spot in more than 40 countries.

Winx Club: The Magic is Back game launches in April of 2026 for PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.

For more information, visit www.maximument.com.

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.

About Rainbow Group

Established in 1995 by multi-award-winning creator Iginio Straffi, President and CEO of the Group, Rainbow produces and distributes animated and Live Action contents across all audience targets and channels. First rising among the largest animation studios in the world following the extraordinary success of the Winx Club saga, loved and followed by millions, Rainbow has showcased the power to create global and classic franchises, landing yearly among the Top Global Licensors in the world with more than 500 active licenses. Rainbow Group also includes Bardel Inc. – Emmy Award®-winning Canadian studio offering CGI and VFX animation services, and Colorado Film, Italian excellence company in Live Action production. Besides creating and distributing original content worldwide, the group reaches the global market with licensing, editorial projects, live events, and production of merchandise and toys also under license. www.rbw.it/en

The “Cozy Cyberpunk” MMO Rings in the New Year With a Live Broadcast from Tokyo, Limited Edition Avatar Drops, and a Winter Wonderland Minigame

MIAMI, FLORIDA – December 11, 2025 – m00m world, the cozy cyberpunk mobile MMO where digital and physical reality collide, today announced a massive New Year’s event headlined by legendary Japanese producer and Tokyo’s EDM pioneer, Shinichi Osawa (also known as Mondo Grosso).

Kicking off on December 31st at 9:00 AM EST (leading into the Midnight New Year countdown in Tokyo), Osawa will perform m00m world’s first-ever in-world live DJ set. The performance will be broadcast directly from Tokyo to the m00m world virtual dance floor, which has been transformed with club-style lighting and a custom DJ deck for the event.

“We’ve always imagined m00m as a world where music, fashion, and tech collide to create pop culture moments in real-time,” says Jordan Freda, Founder of m00m world. “Shin has been a huge supporter of m00m world from our earliest days and has pushed us within Tokyo’s club scene, so it’s only right the first-ever live DJ set in-game belongs to him!”

The Event Lineup:

• Live NYE Performance: Players can gather at the main stage to experience Shinichi Osawa’s set live as it happens in Tokyo.
• January Residency: For those who miss the live drop, the set will be rebroadcast as a “residency” event every Friday through January.
• Exclusive Drops: A limited-edition Shinichi Osawa virtual avatar, featuring his signature “SOLITUDE” fashion and custom emotes, will be available to collect and play.
• Holiday Activities: The game map has received a total holiday overhaul, featuring a new physics-based “winter sledding” mini-game where players crash down hills to collect presents.

The collaboration runs deep between the artist and the studio. m00m Co-Founder & Art Director Ben Lam previously worked alongside Osawa on major music video projects, including an original anime featuring BoA, one of the largest K-Pop artists in the world.

“Streaming a live, high-fidelity audio performance from Tokyo directly into a mobile environment with thousands of concurrent users is a technical milestone for us,” said Jay Noe, CTO of m00m world. “We are bridging the gap between the Tokyo underground club scene and our global player base in real-time, proving that m00m world is a place where digital experiences can create culture.”

Osawa is credited as a pioneer in bridging Japanese underground club textures with mainstream pop and jazz-influenced sounds. Most recently, his work as Mondo Grosso included “My Voice,” a collaboration with pioneering virtual singer KAF. m00m world is available now for download on iOS and Android.

Feel the friendship and warmth this winter in the cozy town of Heartopia

Shanghai, China — December 11, 2025 | XD Games is excited to announce that the final closed beta test for Heartopia begins today, on PC and Android, and will run through to 23 December. Players who complete certain tasks over the next two weeks will receive rewards that they can claim once Heartopia officially launches in 2026.

Anyone who successfully creates a character during the final closed beta test will receive one limited edition Blueberry Crossbody Bag in-game reward, which can be claimed when Heartopia launches, early next year. Additionally, anyone who reaches level 18 during the final closed beta test will receive one limited edition Star Mascot Head in-game reward, which can also be claimed when Heartopia is released. Those rewards will be granted to players that completed the aforementioned tasks during the first closed beta test, too.

The final closed beta test also includes a comprehensive update that will give players a look at more features they can expect in the final game. Some of these new features include pets, hobby-related events, a postcard system, an updated building mode, and an expanded Dream System.

Pre-registration is now open on the App Store for iOS users, Google Play for Android users, and via the official website for PC players. Anyone who pre-registers will receive a selection of in-game items, including Gold x4000, Wishing Star x20, Moonlight Crystal x400, and Exhibition Pass x60, when the game is officially released.

What is Heartopia?

Heartopia blends narrative roleplay, life simulation, and personal connection. Set in a contemporary, stylish urban world, the game focuses on everyday warmth: think conversations over coffee, shared routines, self-expression, and moments of emotional discovery.

Players create their own lives, building friendships and exploring romance options along the way, making choices that influence how others respond to them. Heartopia prioritises authenticity and emotional realism: relationships evolve naturally, characters react to your behaviour, and your daily decisions gradually define who you become in the world.

Heartopia is built around several core pillars that define the experience. Players can expect deep relationship and narrative systems that allow connections to grow naturally through meaningful choices and emotional interactions. Avatars, outfits, and living spaces are fully customisable, giving players freedom to express their personal style and create a life that feels uniquely their own. Daily routines and social encounters unfold in real time, encouraging organic moments, chance meetings, and a sense of everyday rhythm.

Alongside this, the world offers light and comforting exploration, with gentle activities that support relaxation and immersion rather than pressure or grind. All of this is set within an evolving city filled with story events and memorable characters, each adding depth to the world and inviting players to discover new experiences as they go.

With a welcoming aesthetic and grounded emotional tone, Heartopia aims to offer a space that feels familiar, comforting, and personal.

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.

London (December 11, 2025) The December Monster Hunter™ Showcase gave new information for Riders and Hunters alike, with new trailers and dev insights for Monster Hunter Stories™ 3: Twisted Reflection and Monster Hunter™ Wilds Title Update 4. The new Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection trailer showed how the protagonist and their fellow Rangers will protect endangered species from invasive threats and bolster the wild population via Habitat Restoration when the title rides onto Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam March 13, 2026.

Hunters got an in-depth look at the contents of Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 4, including a look at the towering Gogmazios, the Festival of Accord: Lumenhymn seasonal event, Arch-tempered Jin Dahaad, and more in the trailer for the title’s final major content update arriving December 16. Monster Hunter series producer Ryozo Tsujimoto also gave a look at Monster Hunter Wilds updates planned into 2026 with a look at the Steam-specific stability patch planned for January, and what players can expect from Ver. 1.041 in February.

Check out the full December Monster Hunter Showcase here.

New Mechanics and Monsters Emerge in Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection

Capcom offered Riders a new glimpse into the journey ahead, as Ryozo Tsujimoto broke down all the new information revealed in the latest trailer for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. Riders were introduced to the unique duties of the Ranger Corps, a courageous group led by the protagonist tasked with safeguarding the future of the natural ecosystem. In the face of the Crystal Encroachment, their mission is to track, protect, and hatch endangered monster eggs before habitat destruction throws the two kingdoms of Azuria and Vermeil into chaos.

The Road to Recovery – Habitat Restoration and Ecosystem Ranks

As crystallization spreads, invasive monsters take over fragile territories, pushing out native species and disrupting long-standing habitats. With ecosystems on the brink, Rangers step in to repel invasive monsters back into their new-found dens and recover endangered eggs of the displaced species before they are lost.

Once an egg has been rescued, Rangers engage in Habitat Restoration to reintroduce both endangered and other displaced monsters to the wild, helping each region recover and flourish. As these restored monsters begin reclaiming their territory, they can protect eggs capable of being hatched into Monsties that join the protagonist on their journey. Returning these hatched monsters into the wild directly influences the ecosystem and restores the balance of each region. Every successful restoration boosts the Ecosystem Rank of the region, making it easier to find rarer eggs, discover powerful new monsters, and hatch Monsties with special skills or genes.

Power Up Monsties with the Dual-Element System

Continuing to raise a region’s Ecosystem Rank can impact how new monsters are born there. Through the Dual-Element system, a monster can acquire the elemental attributes of the area where it is hatched from, gaining both new element-based skills and visual traits. For example, a Thunder-element monster hatched in a fire-element area may have fire-element skills and take on a fire-element influenced appearance. This system adds depth to how Riders build their teams, allowing them many ways to customize and form a new, exciting relationship with their Monsties while preserving the ecosystems around them.

Arkveld Appears!

In a final flourish for fans, Ryozo Tsujimoto unveiled the arrival of Arkveld, the powerful flagship monster from Monster Hunter Wilds, making a wild debut to the Stories series!

Additional Side Story: Rudy

Riders looking to continue their adventure can experience the “Additional Side Story: Rudy” content when it becomes available in Autumn 2026, which can be acquired individually or as part of the Deluxe and Premium Deluxe Editions of Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. Riders can stay tuned for more information leading up to launch, as the world of Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection unfolds.

Gogmazios Returns in Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 4

Slumbering beneath the great forge of Azuz, the awakening of the titanic Gogmazios threatens widespread destruction for the inhabitants of the Forbidden Lands. To tackle a monster of this scale, groups of up to four Hunters and four Support Hunters are being tasked to form parties of eight capable of slaying this fearsome foe. The permanent Event Quest for Gogmazios can be repeated to acquire materials which can be used to upgrade rarity 8 Artian Weapons into Gogma Artian Weapons. Bonuses from the original Artian Weapon will be carried over to the Gogma Artian Weapon, and one random Set Bonus Skill and one random Group Skill will be granted. The Gogma Reinforce feature allows Hunters to keep or reset the bonuses to activate even more powerful bonuses and re-roll the Set Bonus Skill and Group Skill by using special material. Hunters with Hunter Rank 100 or above will also gain the “Transcendence” ability at the forge to increase the maximum level of their high rank armour and even enhance the decoration slots for rarity 5 and 6 pieces.

Hunting for a Challenge

Gogmazios isn’t the only change coming to the Forbidden Lands in Title Update 4, with Arch-tempered Jin Dahaad arriving on December 24 as a permanent Event Quest that rewards Hunters with materials for a powerful Gamma armour set. New Optional Quests also arrive in the update; brave Hunters can test their skills against multiple 9★ monsters to earn special Nameplate rewards. New Hunting Exercises (optional quests) offer a great way to practice fighting against tempered 9★ monsters. In addition to the skilled Nadia joining as a Support Hunter for the Gogmazios quest and seasonal events, other Units on the Expedition into the Forbidden Lands are also looking to lend a hand. The Great Sword wielding Griffin and Light Bowgun specialist Nightmist join the ranks of selectable Support Hunters in Title Update 4.

The Road Beyond Title Update 4

Additionally, Free Character and Palico Edit Voucher will be made available for all players alongside the return of four fan-favourite poses as free DLC, Cosmetic DLC Pack 4 featuring Layered Weapon designs for each weapon type, and other paid DLC items in Title Update 4.

Starting December 19, the Festival of Accord: Lumenhymn arrives with festive décor and meals at the Grand Hub, alongside the ability to earn special equipment, gestures, and decorations.

In January 2026 Monster Hunter Wilds will receive a Steam-specific stability patch, designed to offer additional optimization options, pre-sets, and improvements on top of the stability and optimization updates arriving to all platforms in Title Update 4. Additional details on the stability and performance updates coming to the Steam version can be found on the Monster Hunter Wilds website and Monster Hunter social accounts.

In February 2026 Arch-tempered Arkveld swoops into the Forbidden Lands as the final Arch-tempered monster in Ver. 1.041. This update will also include the release of the winning community designs from the Original Weapon and Pendant Design contests. Hunters can celebrate the March 13 release of Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection with a Palico armour modelled after the protagonist’s Palico Rudy and a special pendant. The update will also introduce a new Latin American Spanish voice option to the game, on top of additional stability updates for the Steam version of Monster Hunter Wilds. Stay tuned for an update on what to expect from Ver. 1.041 prior to its release in February next year.

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