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Dinopunk: The Cacops Adventure Out Now Digitally on Steam

Madrid, Spain – 24 November, 2025. Meridiem is pleased to announce that Dinopunk: The Cacops Adventure, a 2D platformer with a retro-modern aesthetic and a colorful, lighthearted tone, is now available digitally on Steam. Developed by The Dude Games, in Dinopunk: The Cacops Adventure, take on the role of Cacops, a charming amphibian dinosaur who embarks on a journey to recover his stolen egg, facing off against ninjas, unique enemies, and colossal bosses.

Set in a pixelated world full of references to the 80s and 90s, Dinopunk: The Cacops Adventure pays homage to classics such as Wonder Boy, Alex Kidd, and Contra. This game captures the essence of the golden age of 2D platformers, but with updated graphics and gameplay for modern audiences.

With stages and characters inspired by iconic pop culture references, Dinopunk: The Cacops Adventure aims to be the ultimate 2D platforming experience, seamlessly blending classic nostalgia with a fresh sense of innovation.

Features

  • Simple shooting and reloading mechanics: Access special items throughout the adventure that will enhance your attacks. Use Cacops’ abilities to shoot and recharge water projectiles. This unique mechanic adds a strategic layer that enriches classic platformer gameplay.
  • Modern aesthetics and a retro atmosphere: Enjoy a 2D platforming experience with a visual style full of nods to the myths of the ’80s and ’90s.
  • Unique characters and enemies: Face a large number of creatures and epic final bosses.
  • Arcade minigames: Surf waves in true California Games style and tackle hidden extra challenges inspired by the spirit of classic arcades, adding variety and replayability.

Dinopunk: The Cacops Adventure is now available digitally on Steam.

For more information, visit www.meridiem-games.com

About Meridiem

We are Meridiem, a video game publisher and distributor in love with its culture, which we protect and pass on in order to preserve it. We do this by fostering talent through investment in independent projects with potential, bringing back classic titles, promising indies and AAA games while continuing to support the physical format.

When we stop working on video games, we celebrate by playing video games. https://meridiem-games.com/  #PLAYTOREMEMBER.

About The Dude Games

The Dude Games, founded in 2019, is a one-man retro-style video game development studio based in El Vendrell, Tarragona. Javier Vázquez is a self-taught developer with a passion for video games who aims to create games with a retro feel that are adapted to modern gameplay while retaining a challenging level of difficulty. The studio’s previous game is Zeus Begins, a classic and simple beat ’em up that pays homage to Golden Axe and Double Dragon.

Air-cushion armored cars join the fight in Crossout 

Content update brings new car parts and game modes

Gaijin Entertainment announces that the “Forced Measure” major content update is now available to players in the post-apocalyptic online action game Crossout. Now, wasteland warriors can build armored cars with a new chassis type – an air-cushion vehicle. New weapons and parts from the “Lunatics” faction have also been added to the game, along with three time-limited modes with special rules.

Each of the new parts offers something unique: for example, vehicles with the “MVP Torpedo” air cushion are more resistant to contact and ramming damage, and at high speed, to all other types of damage. The “Shredder” shotgun operates on the principle that the further away the target is, the greater the damage. The “Hybrid” machine gun has two firing modes: bullets and slow projectiles that attach to the target and explode with a delay.  Players can check out the new tech in the “Test prototypes” brawl, where battles are held in pre-assembled armored cars using the new season parts.

Two other brawls are “Dangerous Cargo” (a team battle where the main goal is to escort your cargo cart to the finish line faster than the opposing team) and “Old Enemies” – a team PvP brawl created specifically for the anniversary of the post-apocalyptic vehicular combat game Ex Machina (a title made by the same developers as Crossout and originally released in 2005). Battles are fought here using festive armored cars.

The mode schedule and update information are available on the official Crossout website.

About Gaijin Entertainment
Gaijin Entertainment is the developer and publisher of the online games War Thunder, Crossout, Enlisted, CRSED: F.O.A.D. and Star Conflict as well as other PC, Mac, Linux, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, iOS and Android titles across several genres. The company’s diverse portfolio has received a range of mass media and game industry awards including such as Gamescom Award and many more. Official website: http://gaijinent.com/

About Crossout
Set in a post-apocalyptic world, Crossout is an MMO vehicle combat game available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S offering players complete customisation in building and upgrading deadly armored vehicles to destroy enemies in open PvP and PvE battles. Crossout gives players thousands of possibilities to design their vehicle, including shape, armor, weapons, support systems and, of course, cosmetic enhancements. Official website: http://crossout.net/

LINE Games Announces Ember and Blade x Fortnite Collaboration

Fortnite players can soon channel their inner immortal demon slayer—Ember and Blade cosmetics arrive with the game’s launch in 2026. 

[November 24th, 2025] — LINE Games announced a cross-title collaboration with Epic Games to coincide with the 2026 launch of Ember and Blade on the Epic Games Store. As part of the collaboration, exclusive Ember and Blade cosmetics will arrive in Fortnite, giving players the chance to wield the fiery style of the upcoming action RPG within one of the world’s most popular battle royale titles. These cosmetics will be available at launch and included with all purchases of Ember and Blade on the Epic Games Store. 

In Ember and Blade, play as Fenrix, a cursed immortal bound to an endless cycle of death and rebirth. Once a man, now a weapon of divine punishment, he descends into the burning depths of Oblivion to stop the rise of the archdemon Asmodeus. Every death reshapes his path, driving him closer to mastery as he unlocks relics, forges new weapons, and turns his curse into divine power.

Key Features of Ember and Blade

  • Heavenly Blessing and Limitless Strategies – Your journey is blessed by the abilities of unique angels! Unlock powerful Awakening Skills by combining skills bestowed by angels and discover a universe of infinitely evolving strategies.
  • Hellsent Boss Encounters – Twisted Judicators of Fate who sold their souls to become demons for reasons of their own, obstruct your path with immense power and deadly attacks. Achieve victory through meticulous planning, perfect timing, and the power of immortality.
  • Truth Concealed Beyond Death – Death is not the end of the story, but a new beginning. The secrets of the universe gradually come to light through countless cycles of death and rebirth. What deep, dark truths lie beyond the twisted web of fate?
  • Otherworldly Visual Art – A stunning yet delicately balanced setting, unique characters with vibrant colors and striking forms, and captivating visuals produced by outstanding visual effects and dynamic battle scenes await you.

Ready to slash into the ethereal world of Ember and Blade? Wishlist the game on the Epic Games Store and Steam. Want to stay up-to-date on all things Ember and Blade?

About LINE Games

LINE Games, a subsidiary of LINE Yahoo, is a Seoul-based publisher and developer dedicated to creating and publishing games across PC, console, and mobile platforms. With a portfolio spanning action RPGs, narrative adventures, and multiplayer experiences, LINE Games brings distinctive titles from Korea to players worldwide. Its in-house studio, Nine Lives, is a small team of 15 industry veterans, with experience across globally recognized titles, dedicated to delivering high-quality, memorable game experiences.

OUR LADY CALLS: CRITICAL REFLEX’S DROWNED LAKE PLAYTEST OUT NOW ON STEAM

Watch a new trailer for the terrifying found-footage horror game blending isometric and first-person gameplay

THE DROWNED LAKE Nov. 24, 2025 –Today indie video game publisher CRITICAL REFLEX (Mouthwashing, No, I’m not a Human) and developer Monumental Collab invite you to the Drowned Lake for the Brazilian folklore-inspired horror game’s first public playtest, out now on Steam. Watch a new trailer, premiered at the OTK Winter Games Expo, showcasing the terror that awaits you in the forests of Brazil!

Deep in Brazil’s coastal forest is the Drowned Lake, an area of sinister folk tales and legends, where many who trespass never return. When a young student goes missing, it sets off a twisted story to discover the truth. Explore your surroundings by boat, collecting evidence with a fishing rod while solving puzzles in first-person adventure-like segments. But try to avoid disturbing these troubled waters too much. Remember: you’re not safe here.

Key Features

  • A Non-linear Horror Story, Told From Three Perspectives: Explore the most forbidding reaches of the forest as a firefighter, a journalist and an elderly fisherman. Unravel the mystery and each character’s true motives in an interactive narrative where your choices matter.
  • Scour Dark Waters for the Truth: Collect evidence and uncover what hides beneath the surface of the Drowned Lake by exploring, fishing, investigating, and solving puzzles.
  • Beware Making Noise: As you probe the forest’s farthest depths, your choices and actions may increase your noise level, attracting unwanted attention from the horrors of the night.
  • Discover the Nightmares of Brazilian Folklore: Experience a tragic, twisted tale inspired by the unique melting pot of Brazilian culture and mythology.
  • Investigate in First-Person Mode: Navigate narrow areas, complete intricate puzzles, and experience the true terrors the darkness hides in first-person POV sections inspired by escape rooms and classic horror games.

Drowned Lake’s playtest is live now on Steam. You can also get a taste of Monumental Collab’s terrifying worlds by playing 2023’s TELEFORUM, free on Steam!

To dive deeper into all things CRITICAL REFLEX, visit www.criticalreflex.com.

About Monumental Collab

Monumental is a small collective spread throughout Brazil – a team formed by award-winning professionals known for games with a great sense of mood, mysterious narratives and immersive atmospheres.

About CRITICAL REFLEX

CRITICAL REFLEX is an indie game publisher obsessed with genre-blending, rule-breaking, brain-melting games. We help devs polish the weird, sharpen the wild, and launch their projects loud. Known for titles like Buckshot Roulette, Lunacid, Mouthwashing and No, I’m not a Human, we champion the unforgettable experiences. Genre is a prison and we ate the warden.

About CR Channel CR Channel is the CRITICAL REFLEX publishing label focusing exclusively on indie horror.

PIONER, THE POST-APOCALYPTIC OPEN-WORLD MMO SHOOTER, LAUNCHES DECEMBER 16 ON STEAM

With over 500,000 wishlists, the highly anticipated game will debut featuring both Standard and Deluxe Editions

BELGRADE, Serbia Nov. 24, 2025 GFA Games is excited to announce that its eagerly awaited post-apocalyptic MMO shooter, PIONER, will debut via Steam Early Access on Dec. 16, 2025. The reveal comes alongside the news that PIONER has crossed 500,000 wishlists on Steam. The development team is grateful to its growing community for their ongoing support at every stage of the game’s production!

Players will be able to choose between Standard and Deluxe Editions of PIONER at launch. The Deluxe Edition comes with an exclusive pack of in-game items, 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 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 story-driven exploration with intense PvE and PvP gameplay as 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 lore.
  • 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.

Players can wishlist PIONER today on Steam to stay updated on the latest news and be among the first to explore its dangerous, anomaly-ridden world. The game’s console launch date will be announced at a later date.

For more information on 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 upcoming title, PIONER, showcases their commitment to crafting unique, post-apocalyptic worlds filled with depth and challenge.

TINYBUILD’S SURVIVAL-ACTION DINO FPS FEROCIOUS REVEALS DECEMBER 4 STEAM LAUNCH DATE IN NEW OTK GAMES EXPO TRAILER

Wield the incredible Dino Control Device and make history’s deadliest carnivores your allies to devastate enemies and overcome any challenge!

SEATTLE Nov. 24, 2025 – This weekend, indie game publisher tinyBuild and developer OMYOG revealed during the OTK Games Expo that FEROCIOUS, the dino-filled survival-action FPS, will launch on Steam on Dec. 4, 2025, for $24.99. With over 400,000 wishlists on Steam, FEROCIOUS has its jaws set on delivering a relentless experience featuring immersive exploration and explosive combat in an unpredictable world. Stranded on a dangerous island crawling with ancient ruins, treacherous terrain, apex predators, elite mercenaries and more, you’ll have to adapt to stay alive and obliterate the many threats that await!

The latest FEROCIOUS gameplay trailer premiered at the OTK Games Expo, showing off a powerful new tool you’ll have at your disposal against the many human and non-human threats on the island – the Dino Control Device (DCD)! With the power to command dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes, the DCD can be used to attack enemies and enemy bases, track scents, infiltrate restricted areas, open doors, create new paths forward, and more.

Whether you’re trampling through foes while riding on a dino’s back or sending one out as a one-dino wrecking crew against the island’s shadowy infiltrators, the DCD provides an additional layer of strategy when firepower alone isn’t enough to get the job done. Maybe you can even convince the king of all reptiles to join your crusade…

Ready to survive the island? Here’s a taste of what to expect in FEROCIOUS!

  • Survival of the Fittest: Use every weapon you can get your hands on to stay alive. Pistols, shotguns, rifles, knives, and spears make up only a fraction of your arsenal. Craft weapons and gear using resources from the environment to adapt to any challenge. It’s kill or be killed, so make sure you’re the last one standing!
  • Face Off Against Dinosaurs, Mercs & Other Challenges: Shoot your way through an army of mercenaries working for Manifesto, a shadowy organization with equally hidden motivations, while taking aim at the many fierce, ravenous dinosaurs waiting to rip your throat out.
  • Stealth or Chaos: Choose how to deal with the island’s many terrors. If you’re sneaky enough, you may be able to end a fight before your enemies realize they’re in one. But sometimes, raw firepower is the only way out of a dire situation.

OMYOG is a small team with big ambitions, and the studio can’t wait for fans to get their hands on FEROCIOUS when it debuts on December 4. Wishlist the game on Steam today!

About OMYOG

FEROCIOUS is a cinematic survival shooter built by OMYOG, a team blending film and AAA game veterans. Leonard Saalfrank leads the vision, inspired by King Kong, while Mark, ex-Far Cry and Battlefront II director, brings sandbox-level design expertise. Writers like Jörg Ihle and Dominik Hochwald add narrative depth from film, games, and theme parks.

About tinyBuild

tinyBuild started as an indie game developer and morphed into a developer-publisher you can’t miss. The company’s dedication to creating long-term partnerships and elevating recognizable franchises has resulted in many successful collaborations with talented developers from all over the world. The company has released dozens of games, including the Hello Neighbor series, Graveyard Keeper, SpeedRunners, DUCKSIDE, The King is Watching and more. Although headquartered in the Seattle Area, USA, the company has established a strong global presence with studios across the US, Netherlands, and Eastern Europe. https://www.tinybuild.com

BECOME A MASTER THIEF & SNEAK YOUR WAY ABOVE LVL 99 WITH ‘HEISTS’, LAUNCHING IN RUNESCAPE TODAY

Take on high-stakes activities to sneak away with new rewards in Heists, as RuneScape’s Thieving Skill expands to level 120

Monday, November 24th, 2025, Cambridge, UK. Infiltrate high-security facilities, loot vaults for unique and deadly rewards, and lean into the fantasy of becoming a true master thief with the introduction of Heists, brand-new repeatable content launching today in RuneScape

Take your Thieving skill all the way to level 120 in these new ‘solo-together’ gameplay experiences, where you’ll work as a lone master thief to sneak into high-security areas on the hunt for precious rewards. Use core Thieving skills like pickpocketing, looting chests, and safecracking to avoid guards and traps, all while observing the moves (and mistakes) of other players to plot a route to the loot.

Explore the Vault of Hereditas, a sealed wing of Kharid-et protected by ghostly guards that’s perfect for level 95-105 Thieves to test their skills, or stealth your way into the Asuran Arsenal, a challenging stronghold where timing is key, aimed at the most adept level 108-118 Thieves. 

Succeed in each Heist to earn XP and sneak away with lucrative rewards, while discovering a fresh money-making method for traditional Thieving, along with new NPCs to pickpocket, and new thievable chests to find. And with the Thieving level cap increased to 120, this is just the start of new content planned for RuneScape’s master thieves, with the introduction of more Heists and additional content set to be added over time. 

For more information on Heists, visit RuneScape.com. RuneScape is available now on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android, complete with cross-platform progression and play on PC and mobile.

About Jagex

Jagex is a leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower communities across PC, mobile and consoles. Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 300 million player accounts to its world and is a $3billion + lifetime revenue franchise.

Today the RuneScape franchise exists beyond live operations; its titles are forever games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds. Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly active worlds and our community-focussed development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped. The most recent entry in the RuneScape franchise, RuneScape: Dragonwilds, launched into Steam Early Access in 2025. An open world survival crafting experience set in the RuneScape universe, RuneScape: Dragonwilds welcomes existing fans and new players alike to the ever expanding and evolving world of RuneScape.

Jagex is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

TACTICAL REVERSE BULLET HELL (YOU READ THAT RIGHT) AUSTRALIA DID IT DEBUTS NEW GAMEPLAY ORIENTATION TRAILER AT OTK WINTER GAMES EXPO

Learn the ropes of railway security, hiring mercenaries and strategically combo-blasting monsters before the game’s first public Steam playtest, starting in December

UTRECHT, Netherlands Nov. 24, 2025 – Boutique publisher Mystic Forge, designer Rami Ismail and co-developer Aesthetician Labs are thrilled to showcase your closest look yet at the genre-crashing, Tactical Reverse Bullet Hell game Australia Did It with a new gameplay trailer from the OTK Winter Games Expo. Get a crash-course orientation to the wild blend of Turn-Based Tower Defense strategy and Reverse Bullet Hell combat with an HR field prep intro video from Ocean Traffic Control. Pay attention! It’ll be up to you to use your knowledge and skills to keep the monsters at bay when Australia Did It kicks off its first public playtest this December on Steam! Playtest sign-ups are available now on Steam!

In Australia Did It, you’ll need to defend a cargo train with hired mercenaries as it navigates through the Atlantic Ocean seabed, drained and monster-ridden following a mysterious catastrophic event. Your mission? Escort precious cargo across hostile terrain by holding off endless waves of enemies at every station. If the shipment arrives intact, we’ll call it a win – whether you survive or not!

Key Game Features

  • Defend Your Station: Before the train departs, strategically deploy and position your limited units to hold off relentless waves of enemies. Think chess, but faster and with potentially explosive mistakes.
  • Evolve Your Units: Merge units on the fly to unlock 1,500+ combinations across 30+ unit types. Create ridiculously powerful new units or niche specialists. Experimentation is key….. just try not to blow yourself up.
  • Survive Reverse Bullet Hell: Once the train’s moving, chaos begins. Engage in intense on-rail battles where you become the bullet hell, mowing down thousands in sensory-overload shootouts. Remember, only the cargo’s survival is mandatory.
  • Customize Your Strategies: After each successful station, choose from special Reward Cards that grant unique perks and boosts. Craft unique builds by mixing cards with your evolving crew for creative new strategies.

Australia Did It will launch on PC via Steam in 2026. For the latest news and updates, and to be notified when its first public playtest goes live in December, sign up for the free playtest on Steam now, wishlist the game and follow along on Discordand TikTok!

About Mystic Forge

Mystic Forge is a boutique, PC-first publisher focused on Strategy, RPG, and Simulation games with a unique gameplay hook. The team brings decades of experience launching standout indie titles, with a mission built around one clear idea: work on games we believe in, with people we enjoy working with. In addition to Australia Did It, Mystic Forge is publishing DOG WITCH, a dice-powered rogue-like described as “perfect for veterans burnt out on rogue-likes,” and an unannounced passion project from a South Asian studio that impressed the team with its ambition, creative drive, rich setting, original themes and potential to introduce new stories to a wider global audience.

About Rami Ismail

Rami Ismail is a Dutch-Egyptian industry ambassador and independent games developer with over 20 genre-defining, award-winning titles across PC, console, web, and mobile. His development of tools like the industry-standard dopresskit.com, his prolific and popular public speaking, his work with governments and communities on all continents, and his highly-regarded consultancy and insights have helped shape industry opportunities for game communities and independent game developers of any kind, in any situation, anywhere.

About Aesthetician Labs

Aesthetician Labs is a worker-owned games cooperative based in beautiful Rochester, NY. Since 2018, AeLa has been building award-winning games both independently and in collaboration with studios like Radial Games, Dejobaan Games, and Dinosaur Polo Club.

Monster Hunter Stories – Gameplay

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As the original Monster Hunter Stories arrives on Xbox platforms for the first time ever we delve into this different take on the Monster Hunter world where riders fight alongside their “monsties” taking on a mysterious black mist that has begun sweeping through the land in Capcom’s HD release of the game.

Monster Hunter Stories – Gameplay

Dive into a thrilling monster‑rider odyssey in the Monster Hunter Stories Collection, where you don the role of a Rider forging bonds—not battles—with fearsome beasts known as Monsties. Developed by Capcom, this collection pairs together the first two entries of the series, offering turn‑based, JRPG‑style adventure set in a colorful Monster Hunter universe. You’ll explore expansive landscapes, discover Monstie eggs, hatch your companions, and ride into battle together against wild monsters.

Combat hinges on the Rider‑Monstie partnership: each turn you select Power, Speed or Technical attacks that follow a rock‑paper‑scissors style—matching your Monstie’s instincts and your own strategy for maximum effect. Beyond the battles, you’ll hike through tribal villages, complete quests, customize your creature companions via Gene Slots and Rites of Channeling, and savor a story full of vibrant characters and monster mastery.

Monster Hunter Stories Collection
Developer: Capcom
Publisher: Capcom
Platform: Xbox Series X/S, PlayStaton 5, PC, Nintendo Switch
Release Date: 14th Nov, 2025
Price: $29.99 USD

Available here – https://www.monsterhunter.com/stories/

Summary:

Recommended – “Monster Hunter Stories Collection offers two engaging RPGs, with Wings of Ruin standing out as the stronger, more complete experience.”

Check out our review for Monster Hunter Stories Collection here!

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Flip Phone Sim Flipping is Hard Debuts New Trailer at OTK Winter Showcase, Announces Playtest

Tumble and climb through the land of lost things as a sturdy flip phone in this flippin’ hard game

[Vilnius, Lithuania – November 22, 2025] — Flipping is Hard, the upcoming precision platformer developed by Elegant Horse Studios, just debuted a new trailer in the OTK Winter Showcase pre-show! This new trailer introduces players to Flippy the flip phone, a sturdy ‘90s brickphone who got separated from his owner and will do anything to make it back to him. The team also announced a playtest for this weekend until November 24th on Steam, ahead of the public demo becoming available on December 12th, so get ready to start flipping! 

Flipping is Hard is a punishing game that will test your sanity as you use rotate-only movement to navigate the land of lost things. Imagine living your best life as little Jeff’s phone, until one day, he slips on a strategically-placed banana and you end up alone in a storm drain! Fortunately, you have the power to fix this by rotating, maneuvering, and climbing across a variety of settings! From the ruins of a dollhouse to chaotic toy chests and muddy playgrounds, play solo or with friends, and make your way back home while trying not to rage in the process. 

Key Features:

  • Rotate Across a Perilous World – Flippy doesn’t have legs… Your only movements are rotation and a vibration jump. Do your best to maneuver your way across a dangerous world and make your way back to little Jeff. Luckily, flip phones are sturdy!
  • Small Mistake, Big Drop – In this punishing climbing sim, just one small mistake can easily lead to a big tumble. Rotate strategically to make your way across 10 different areas and back into little Jeff’s pocket.
  • Suffer Solo or Call Up your Friends – Either play solo like some insane person who likes to suffer, or recruit some friends to flip around with. You can even drop them “by accident”! 
  • Quirky Worldbuilding – Meet quirky characters, uncover weird lore, and most importantly, TRY to complete platforming challenges.
  • Do you Have Games on your Phone? – The answer is yes! Find, unlock, and play classic mobile games from the past. Truly a game-ception.
  • Incoming Calls – Answer random calls for Jeff and listen to all the tea. Some are heartwarming from Mom, but others can be a little more on the sketchy side. 
  • Fashionista Flippy – Customize Flippy with different phone cases, charms, and stickers! Even a phone always wants to look its best.
  • Speedrun Ready – Quick restarts are implemented so you can efficiently torture yourself with speedruns. Master the way of Flippy and make your way back to Jeff as soon as possible! 
  • Checkpoint Assist (Optional) – A softer mode for when your soul needs a hug. Insane people will flame you. Use it anyway.

Request to join the Flipping is Hard playtest on Steam this weekend to get a first look at this nostalgic precision platformer ahead of the public demo on December 12th, and don’t forget to drop a wishlist! Join the Flipping is Hard community of fellow brickphones on Discord, check out the official website.

About Elegant Horse Studios

Elegant Horse Studios is a Lithuanian-based company composed of three friends who have been making games together for years, such as Driving is Hard, Engines of Fury, and Crowns and Pawns. They are dedicated to going all‑in on making games that are not just playable, but unforgettable, hilarious, and fun.