Today, the epic fantasy-action RPG Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny launches digitally and physically via game key card on Nintendo Switch 2 for $49.99. The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny features increased resolution to 1240p and 60 FPS, as well as improved lighting, particle effects, anti-aliasing and more!
Digital and physical owners of the original Nintendo Switch version of Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny will be able to access the same enhancements when playing on Nintendo Switch 2 with a free performance update for the game, coming soon.
Embark on a grand quest inspired by tabletop fantasy RPGs and Nickelodeon’s most beloved franchises in Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny! Slash, bash, cast spells, and strategize your way to victory against a variety of enemies in fast-paced and fluid ARPG combat. Choose from a roster of legendary characters from across the Nickelodeon universe – such as Timmy Turner, Leonardo, Jimmy Neutron, SpongeBob SquarePants, Susie Carmichael, Katara and more – while upgrading your weapons and mastering new abilities in solo play and local co-op for up to four players!
Nicktoons & The Dice of Destiny is available now on Nintendo Switch 2, as well as Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and the Epic Games Store. The “Wardrobe of Wonder” DLC, which includes in-game costumes for each character, is also available on Nintendo Switch 2 as part of the game’s Deluxe Edition and separately for $14.99.
New Spell Challenge Available Fortnightly in Updated Playable Demo
Bristol, UK – December 5, 2025 – Yogscast Games announces that Rhell: Warped Words & Troubled Times, a mystical puzzle-adventure that combines a narrative full of heart with depth in exploration gameplay, will release on PC via Steam on Thursday, March 19, 2026. In this semi-open world game, players play as the titular character Rhell, who sets out on an intriguing journey to return a vanished world to its former glory. Players will solve a series of puzzles as they explore the 14 main areas by casting spells, which alter the outcome of the path as hidden secrets are uncovered.
Spells are cast using unique combinations made up of “runes” or magical keywords that allow players the flexibility to stretch the boundaries of their imagination. With 40 different runes and keywords, combinations can be made in many ways, to produce over 102 million permutations in total. The level of progression depends on the number of keywords collected and stored, keeping players engaged and curious, as the same puzzle can be solved in multiple ways.
“The real beauty of this game is that there are many unexpected emergent moments for players to experience,” says game creator Alice Jarratt from SlugGlove, “With no perfect way to solve puzzles, players will feel a sense of satisfaction in discovering solutions in their own creative way, making gameplay feel more relaxing and engaging.”
As players begin uncovering the mystery of the vanished world and help bring it back to life, they witness how Rhell’s character evolves based on her interactions with the NPCs met along the way. The freedom to explore, invent, and creatively solve puzzles will give players a sense of connection to both the game’s narrative and Rhell’s journey of discovery.
From today, players can jump into the updated Demo and play a new fortnightly challenge, allowing them to delve deeper into the spell system and experiment with word combinations.
Developed by SlugGlove, Rhell will be released on Steam on March 19 2026. Keep up-to-date with the latest news and information, visit the Yogscast Games website.
About Yogscast Games
Yogscast Games was established in 2017, with a simple goal: to work with independent teams to develop and publish games which are as fun to watch as they are to play. Responsible for a string of hits such as PlateUp!, which has sold over two million copies on Steam, and Dungeons & Degenerate Gamblers, which grossed over $1m in its first month on sale, it prides itself in working with tiny teams doing brilliant things.
December 5, 2025 – The winter holiday season arrives in World of Tanks with the launch of Holiday Ops 2026, running from December 5, 2025, to January 12, 2026. This year’s holiday spirit shines brighter than ever under the impeccable leadership of world-famous actor Benedict Cumberbatch, whose trademark wit, intelligence, and subtle humor set the tone for the event.
With the start of the event, players will be transported to a dazzling Holiday Village, where daylight reveals cozy snowy scenes and nightfall ignites the sky with fairy lights, lamps, and fireworks. Upon entering it, tankers will receive their first special holiday gift: Strv M/31, a Tier III Swedish light tank complete with a fully trained crew and garage slot. Players will also find the Advent Calendar in the Holiday Village, where opening each door unlocks new gifts and surprises.
At the Village Headquarters, our Holiday Ambassador, Benedict Cumberbatch, welcomes players and gives special assignments, offering bits of life wisdom and sharing inspiring stories along the way. Completing his assignments rewards tankers with his signature customization items, including two distinctive 2D styles, custom decals, and thematic inscriptions.
The event’s centerpiece, the Holiday Ops Challenge, features 56 battle missions that offer players great in-game rewards, including Mr. Cumberbatch as a tank commander: a calm, strategic tactician whose voice guides rather than commands. Players can also earn unique decals and inscriptions reflecting his commander’s mindset, the striking “Resolute” 2D style with a military-inspired look, and Benedict’s Gadgets, a set of collectible 3D attachments.
And then the celebration goes to the next level. From December 11 through December 22, the beloved magic tanks return in the fun and fast-paced Winter Raid game mode. This year, the action unfolds across two new maps. One transports players into deep space with stars and planets, while the other turns a gift factory into a holiday combat arena. In Winter Raid, three teams of five will compete to collect and deliver presents to their base. Each commander will take control of a unique tank with its own role and special abilities. Through every battle, players will earn points that can be exchanged for bonds or exclusive 3D attachments.
Join Holiday Ops 2026 event filled with wonders, unforgettable battles, and surprises, and team up with Benedict Cumberbatch as he brings a special touch to this year’s festivities.
Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices around the world, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, Vilnius, Kyiv, and Belgrade. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.
World of Tanks is the first team-based, massively multiplayer online action game dedicated to tank warfare. Immerse yourself in dynamic tank action featuring mid-20th-century combat vehicles from around the world. Your arsenal includes over 800 armored vehicles from 11 nations, carefully detailed with historical accuracy.
Suda51’s latest bloody action masterpiece launches early next year, bringing players a unique recipe of ultra-violent science fiction, and super sleek action gameplay!
Tokyo, Japan – 5th December, 2025 – Grasshopper Manufacture Inc. (GhM) has managed to break the space-time continuum to ensure their latest blood-soaked action game ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN launches earlier than expected on 11th February 2026 on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.
ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN marks the first brand-new IP from GhM and Goichi ‘Suda51’ Suda (No More Heroes trilogy, The Silver Case, Shadows of the Damned) in more than five years, and blends GhM’s trademark ultra-violent bloody action players know and love, with an original (and wholly bonkers) story.
Are you ready to become a Dead Man?
Snatched from the brink of death by his donning of the rad mask “DeadGear”, FBI Space-Time special agent, Romeo Stargazer, sets out to hunt the most wanted fugitives in existence across the multiverse, armed with a heady arsenal of guns and close-combat weapons. And as if being stuck in a strange limbo between life and death as DeadMan and tasked with navigating a shattered space-time continuum isn’t enough, Romeo also has to contend with the sudden disappearance of his mysterious girlfriend, Juliet.
“Now we’ve won our game of chicken against *cough* a certain twice-delayed 2026 release, we can reveal our cards and confirm we never intended to launch in May in the first place,”Executive Director/Scenario Writer/Producer, Grasshopper Manufacture, Goichi ‘Suda51’ Suda, said.“We’re warping space-time to put the finishing touches to ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN ahead of its launch next February.”
About Grasshopper Manufacture Inc.
Grasshopper Manufacture Inc. is an interactive entertainment software development company based in Bunkyo-ku, Tokyo. Since the establishment of the company in 1998, CEO/game designer Goichi “Suda51” Suda has been responsible for the scripting and production of many works. His unique and innovative style has attracted attention worldwide. The studio has more than 25 years of experience in console-focused game development and has successfully developed more than 25 games.
Notable Works: No More Heroes series, Shadows of the Damned, killer7, The Silver Case series
ROMEO IS A DEAD MAN will be self-published by Grasshopper Manufacture, marking a first in the studio’s history.
Sci-Fi Action-RPG Welcomes the Cold Weather Holidays With Major Update Featuring Diesel: Winter Sweets, Brid: Silent Track, and TERMINUS TICKET Story Event
PALO ALTO, CA – DECEMBER 4 – Level Infinite today unveiled the Winter Update for the hit sci-fi RPG GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE, now live on iOS, Android, and PC. Centered on the AZX Railway Team, the update delivers festive new skins, a touching TERMINUS TICKET story event, and a laid-back puzzle minigame to round out the holiday season.
New Characters and Outfits
For the first time the AZX Railway is bringing passengers to the surface! This update introduces three new costumes linked to the AZX Team’s expedition:
Diesel: Winter Sweets and Brid: Silent Track: Receive special new outfits from Nora, one of the first civilian passengers brought to the surface by the AZX train. Acquire a relaxed-looking casual outfit for Alternate versions of Diesel, and a demure-looking ensemble for Brid.
Blanc: Fortune Express (Gacha Skin): Bringing in fortune to users at Coin Rush, players can acquire a brand new outfit with Blanc, a member of Squad 777!
New Story Event and Minigame
Story Event: TERMINUS TICKET: Follow the AZX Team as they embark on a journey to fulfill the wishes of their passengers. The story focuses on the Railway attendants’ original aspiration to run a “train bound for happiness.”
Minigame: AZX Service Time: In this casual puzzle game, players link together numbers amounting to 10 to remove them. Experience a relaxing and rewarding puzzle-solving experience.
Additional Optimizations
The Winter Update also includes several quality-of-life improvements:
Union Raid Optimization: Balance updates to the Union Raid Hard Mode.
Story Line Guide: A new feature to guide players with the main NIKKE narrative.
Downloaded over 45 million times since launch, GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE is available globally for PC, iOS and Android mobile devices. GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE continues to deliver regular updates and content expansions that keep players immersed in the game’s evolving narrative. Fans can stay tuned for more announcements of upcoming collaborations at http://nikke-en.com.
Windrose Crew flies under a new flag at the PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted showcase with a new gameplay video featuring high-seas combat, exploration and adventure!
TORTUGA – Dec. 4, 2025 – Yo ho, ya scalleywags! Windrose, the upcoming survival pirate adventure game formerly known as Crosswind, released a brand-new trailer during today’s PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted showcase. Development studio Windrose Crew showed off just a taste of the swashbuckling action that players can expect when Windrose releases on Steam, including high-stakes shootouts, intense swordfights, and high-seas shenanigans.
Become the most feared raider to ever sail the high seas, solo or with a pack of friends in online co-op. Experience thrilling sea battles and seamless ship-to-land gameplay with a strong focus on exploration, base building, and combat. Face off against formidable enemies and bosses in challenging Souls-lite action, recruit the perfect crew, and become a notorious pirate captain the oceans fear!
Key Features
A Pirate Tale for the Ages: Welcome to the Age of Piracy! You are a freelance courier betrayed and stranded after a job gone wrong. What starts as a grounded story of survival and revenge will put you in the middle of a conflict between empires, pirate clans and mysterious dark powers looming on the horizon.
Conquer the Seas: Take the helm, blast your enemies with cannons or finish them off in fierce boarding actions. Your adventure traverses sea and land seamlessly: bombard coastal forts from afar or close in and engage in hand-to-hand combat! Command a nimble cutter, an all-rounder frigate, a colossal galleon, and other ships. And don’t forget to sing sea shanties with your crew while you travel, on your own or in co-op!
Survive the Onslaught: Windrose is a refined and comprehensive survival experience. Explore vibrant, diverse biomes, gather resources, unleash your creativity in building and crafting, and turn your shelter into a fully operational outpost. Recruit and expand your crew to speed up harvesting and production. You’ll need every advantage to overcome the dangers ahead.
Become the Savviest Swashbuckler: Hack, slash, bash and shoot your way to glory! Master a vast arsenal of melee weapons and firearms, parry and dodge enemy attacks, and make good use of different strikes to gain the upper hand. Put your skills to the test against challenging bosses – defeat them and plunder their treasures!
Windrose Crew (formerly “Crosswind Crew”) is an experienced team of developers dedicated to bringing the open seas to fans around the world with their upcoming pirate survivaladventure game Windrose.
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN – December 4th– 10 Chambers, founded by PAYDAY & GTFO creator Ulf Andersson, unveiled a new gameplay trailer for Den of Wolves at PC Gaming Show 2025.
But this isn’t any old trailer, captured by developers. For this new trailer, 10 Chambers did something completely different: opening the studio doors to four of their most loyal fans, marking the first time members of the public have had a chance to play Den of Wolves. Their gameplay and live reactions were captured for the trailer – no scripted gameplay by the developers whatsoever.
“I’ve been begging management to give us a release window for Den of Wolves in the trailer – but no. They won’t budge. These developers really don’t want to make promises they can’t keep for the sake of marketing. It makes my job harder, but as a gamer myself, I respect it. I told them we at least need to prove that the game exists, and that was the starting point for this trailer. We invited some of our most loyal fans to come to our office and play the game. This is real footage of them playing the game – not scripted, not us playing. The game does exist – ask them”, says Robin Björkell, Communications Director at 10 Chambers.
“Absolutely incredible experience being invited to play Den of Wolves early. Planning and executing how you’re going to tackle heists is super satisfying. I had such a blast playing, and I honestly can’t wait for the game to be released”, says RandomKenny, one of the invited players.
In the trailer, the players can be seen tackling a heist, a previously unseen level inside a robot factory. Inside this gigantic factory, the players face resistance from both human and robotic enemies, all while deploying spider drills to hack vaults full of valuables.
“Even though we’ve not conducted any closed or public playtests yet, Den of Wolves has over half a million wishlists. We’re so grateful for our community’s support, and we can’t wait to show more details about the game. The reason we’re shy about communicating a release window yet is that we learned our lesson with GTFO, which was delayed multiple times. We don’t think it’s fair to communicate fake dates for the sake of getting an announcement out”, says Oscar J-T Holm, co-founder of 10 Chambers.
Den of Wolves is a co-op heist FPS from the creator of PAYDAY: The Heist, PAYDAY 2, and GTFO. In this techno-thriller, you and your friends operate as criminals for hire in the conflicts between rival corporations in Midway City. Gather your crew, design the plan, gear up, and execute the heist.
To celebrate the new trailer, Simon Viklund, most known for being the composer of PAYDAY 1 & 2, released a new track from the Den of Wolves soundtrack. The song is called Infohazard and can be found here.
Founded in 2015, 10 Chambers is a game studio based in Stockholm, Sweden. The studio was founded by Ulf Andersson, who also founded Overkill Software and served as the game designer behind Payday: The Heist andPAYDAY 2. The studio debuted with the cult hit GTFO and is currently developing the highly anticipated Den of Wolves. For more information about 10 Chambers, please visit www.10chambers.com.
Watch today’s PC Gaming Show reveal trailer for a taste of Inkblood’s stunning hand-drawn animations, gothic world and treacherous investigations
NICOSIA, Cyprus – Dec. 4, 2025 –Inquisitor, your services are needed! Publisher CRITICAL REFLEX (Mouthwashing, No, I’m not a human) and developer HeyBird! are delighted to invite you into the strange world of Inkblood. Announced during today’s PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted, Inkblood is an occult detective adventure game filled with murder, mystery and deceit, blending horror with the strangely cozy vibes of escape room-style puzzle solving.
Wicked sorcery abounds, rotting the minds of people and the very fabric of reality itself. Prove your worth as the Inquisitor, figure out what is happening, and don’t fail the Inquisition as your predecessor did.
Inkblood will challenge you to solve 10 unique cases, each filled with escape room-style puzzles and other clever obstacles to overcome. Examine both outside and inside of your carriage, with non-linear investigations inspired by games like The Room, The Case of the Golden Idol, and Strange Horticulture. Be warned – not every mystery in life is meant to be solved…
Key Features
Uncover the Truth:As the Inquisitor, you are uniquely equipped to solve a cultist conspiracy. Deduction, observation, intuition, supernatural tools provided by the Inquisition – use everything we have trained you for.
Home Away from Home:Your carriage is a temporary home and base of operations. There are rumors that it might contain hidden secrets of its own, and that those may have even caused the demise of your predecessor. Ignore those! Return the carriage exactly as it was, or face the same fate.
Explore the Land: You’re not bound to one place: the investigation will lead you to bizarre, secret locations. Poke the map on the back of the coachman to tell him where to drive, and pursue the enemies of the state across the land.
Eradicate the Occult: Your cases may seem like random occurrences at first, but they’re all connected to a grand conspiracy that even we’re not authorized to speak of. No detail is insignificant, and sometimes even the smallest may lead to the greatest of revelations.
Gaze into the Past: Your magnifying glass has a rather peculiar ability to see not only what is, but what once was. But be careful: don’t look into things that are none of your concern!
Inkblood is expected to release in 2026 and available to wishlist now on Steam! To dive deeper into all things CRITICAL REFLEX, visit www.criticalreflex.com.
About Hey Bird!
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it a fish? We honestly don’t know. We found an egg and this thing came out of it. All we know is we like making weird games and experiences.
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.
New Story Trailer Reveals the Playable Dark Angels and Primarch Lion El’Jonson Kronus Must Not Fall, and The Blood Ravens Are Not Alone
Sydney, Australia – December 5, 2025: Deep Silver and KING Art Games are proud to announce that Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV has been officially recognised as one of PC Gamer’s Most Wanted Titles for next year’s games.
To celebrate this moment, we’re teasing a glimpse into the flagship Story Campaign, co-written by legendary Black Library author John French, which climaxes with The Dark Angels Space Marine Chapter, the first legion, answering the call of the Blood Ravens in their hour of greatest darkness.
Epic war unfolds on Kronus
The trailer opens with a look at how the Blood Ravens under Captain Cyrus and Chief Librarian Jonah Orion have arrived in orbit over Kronus at the start of the game. After an intense orbital fight with the Warboss Gorgutz and his Orks, both factions find themselves planetside where Guzcutta – the second Ork Commander – is already waiting.
Elsewhere on Kronus, Technoarcheologist Potentia Delta-9 surveys the planet for its lost knowledge as the Chronomancer Thothmek begins the Necron’s invasion, awakening Kronus’ dormant tombs in their own search for secrets.
The Imperium’s forces are beset on all sides, their last stand losing strength and the lines on the verge of collapse… until, at the crucial moment, it becomes clear they are not alone: the Dark Angels arrive.
The Dark Angels
For the first time in the Dawn of War history, players will not only be playing one Space Marine chapter, but two. The Dark Angels are one of two factions of Space Marines in Dawn of War IV and are a fully playable faction in all game modes.
Key things to know:
During the Space Marines campaign, players will undertake missions in command of both the Blood Ravens and the Dark Angels, and they can pick which missions they want to play.
The Dark Angels have their own, playable Commanders for the Space Marines campaign: Company Master Astoran & Chaplain Ezrael.
The Dark Angels have their own unique identity and history. As Space Marines, they share core strategies, tactics, wargear, and weaponry, while still maintaining the distinctive flavour and abilities of their Chapter.
While the Blood Ravens are often engaged in smaller conflicts that require tactical finesse and sometimes involve stealth, the Dark Angels deploy their full might to the biggest battlefields. Precision strikes vs. all-out war.
As the story saga reaches its breaking point, Lion El’Jonson himself descends onto the battlefield, giving players, for the first time ever, the chance to wield the legendary might of a Space Marine Primarch in a climactic, unforgettable finale.
Kronus is a world in ruins, and the future is untold, but one thing is certain: War has returned to Kronus.
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About Dawn of War IV
Dawn of War IV delivers an unforgettable sci-fi RTS experience set within a faithful recreation of the beloved Warhammer 40,000 universe. Take charge of four factions in an epic story that spans multiple non-linear campaigns, clash with other players in tense multiplayer combat, and enjoy fan-favourite modes including Last Stand, Skirmish and more!
Experience the iconic stealth series for the first time in VR on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest, and PC VR
Sydney, Australia – December 5, 2025 – Vertigo Games, in collaboration with Eidos-Montréal and Maze Theory, is proud to announce that Thief VR: Legacy of Shadowis launching today on PlayStation VR2, Meta Quest 2, 3 and 3S, and PC VR.
Thief VR: Legacy of Shadowis a fully immersive stealth experience that brings back the iconic Thief franchise, reintroducing players to The City where danger lurks around every corner and secrets are hidden in plain sight.
ABOUT THIEF VR: LEGACY OF SHADOW
The City is a place of shadows, ruled by the tyrant Baron Ulysses Northcrest. You are Magpie, a cunning thief shaped by the streets, who steals as the only means to survive until uncovering something greater: a legendary artifact holding a legacy from the past.
Experience the world of Thief for the first time in VR, blending classic stealth gameplay with next-gen immersion. Use your body to sneak past guards and your hands to pickpocket, pry open hidden compartments, and bypass locks through tactile interactions. Wield an array of arrows and tools to distract, disable, or eliminate threats with immersive VR archery as you climb rooftops, sneak through back alleys, and uncover secrets in a dark, steampunk-inspired world. Every heist offers multiple paths and playstyles, whether you sneak past guards unseen or take them down from the shadows.
To stay up to date about Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow and other titles from Vertigo Games, sign up for the newsletter at ThiefVR.com.
About Vertigo Games
Vertigo Games is an award-winning, multi-platform VR publisher and developer with offices in Rotterdam & Amsterdam, The Netherlands, and Los Angeles, California. The company offers a portfolio of quality VR games that provide novel, powerful and full-featured gaming experiences. Recent games include Metro Awakening, Arizona Sunshine® Remake, Arizona Sunshine® 2, The 7th Guest VR, and After the Fall®. Vertigo Games is a PLAION Group company. https://vertigo-games.com/.
About Maze Theory
Maze Theory is a pioneering immersive entertainment studio that blends storytelling, technology, and gameplay to redefine the future of interactive experiences. With an award-winning portfolio that includes Peaky Blinders: The King’s Ransom, Doctor Who: The Edge of Reality, and The Infinite Inside, the studio continues to push the boundaries of narrative and immersion.
About Eidos-Montréal
Established in 2007, Eidos-Montréal® is a premiere developer of interactive entertainment based on new intellectual properties and beloved franchises. Renowned as master storytellers, the studio builds immersive worlds and adventures that create lasting memories for players across the globe. Eidos-Montréal crafts its multiple interactive projects with close-knit teams in a hybrid work environment, keeping their focus on creativity and technological innovation. Eidos-Montréal is part of Crystal Dynamics – Eidos, an operative group within Embracer Group AB which is publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm under the ticker EMBRAC B. Learn more at eidosmontreal.com.
