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SET SAIL IN OLD SCHOOL RUNESCAPE & EXPLORE GIELINOR LIKE NEVER BEFORE IN MASSIVE ‘SAILING’ UPDATE, AVAILABLE TODAY

Captain your ship to sail the seas of Gielinor in a major game update for the beloved MMO

Wednesday, November 19th, 2025, Cambridge, UK. Get ready to lift anchor and set sail into the unknown as Old School RuneScape’s first-ever new skill ‘Sailing’ arrives in a monumental new content update for members today. Take to the high seas, traverse hazardous waters, learn new skill integrations, and finally find out what lies in the uncharted oceans of Gielinor. 

Dive headfirst into Old School RuneScape’s brand-new skill, as voted for by the community, and set sail into the high seas to explore Gielinor like never before. Craft and upgrade your ship, discover new skilling content, and head out on an adventure across brand new questlines as you start the race to level 99 with Old School RuneScape’s first ever new skill.

Watch the Old School RuneScape Dev Diary below.

Old School RuneScape Sailing – Key Features:

  • An uncharted ocean to explore filled with new quests and adventures. Begin at the familiar Port Sarim before heading to Pandemonium, a homely port and the location of the starting quest in Sailing, to learn the ropes before venturing into more turbulent waters.
  • Travel across the sea on the hunt for new adventures and NPCs. Get to know the Tortugan species on The Great Conch Island. Secure port tasks and set sail to various locations using your spyglass in exchange for XP. Pry open crates of rum, solve mermaid riddles and search for lost shipwrecks to salvage valuable treasures.
  • Sail hazardous waters filled with new threats and face monsters from both the sea and the skies, with the arrival of sharks, orcas, frost dragons, and gryphons, as well as brand-new, never-before-seen enemy types.
  • Max out the brand-new Sailing Skill and earn ship upgrades with each new level. From wood type to expanded cargo holds, new cannon types and ship facilities, build your simple starting raft into a seaworthy vessel fit for traversing Gielinor’s deepest waters.
  • Master Shipbuilding and brand-new pieces of skilling content to expand the sailing experience beyond captaining a ship. Chop new types of trees, fletch new logs, mine unique ores, fish for marine species, and use new coral nurseries to craft powerful potions. Those of a more clandestine nature will be able to steal from pirate treasure and take a five-fingered discount from market stalls.
  • The race to level 99 returns for the first time since launch, with an exclusive Sailing Skill Cape (designed by community member Gentle Tractor) up for grabs to those who master the first new skill in Old School RuneScape’s history. 

Sailing is available now for RuneScape Members in Old School RuneScape. Old School 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. 

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy Update Brings New Languages and More to Courtrooms Today

London (November 19, 2025) Today, Phoenix Wright™: Ace Attorney Trilogy has received a free update packed with new languages, new features, and more improvements to sharpen your investigation skills.

Whether you’re diving back into your favourite cases or starting fresh, today’s update will make your investigations smoother, trials snappier, and binge-replays more effortless.

Exhibit A: Newly Added Languages

  • Latin American Spanish and Brazilian Portuguese support for both text and voice!

Exhibit B: The All-New Gallery

  • Music Player: Listen to tracks from the trilogy and select songs from the special arrangement album.
  • Art Gallery: Browse official illustrations, character artwork, and event scenes from all three games.
  • Scene Creator: Pose characters, combine animations, and build your own dramatic courtroom showdowns!

Exhibit C: More Features to Enjoy

  • Episode Selection: Select any chapter or episode instantly and jump right into the action.
  • Story Mode: Let the game progress automatically so you can enjoy the story at your own pace.
  • Auto-Play: Let the dialogue play automatically so you can follow the story hands-free!

Featuring Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, Phoenix Wright™: Justice for All, and Phoenix Wright™: Trials and Tribulations, this collection together classis cases and iconic characters. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy is available now on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation® 4, Xbox One, Windows, and Steam. For more information, visit the official website and follow the Ace Attorney X, Facebook, and Instagram.

About Capcom

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com  or news.capcomusa.com.

Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil and Street Fighter are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries, in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

ARK: LOST COLONY CREATURE OSSIDON – BRUTISH, SNOT-LADDEN AND AVAILABLE NOW

Newest Creature released from Expansion Pass, with First Canonical Expansion Map for ARK: Survival Ascended to Launch December 16 Features Voiceover Talent from Michelle Yeoh, David Tennant, Katie Sackhoff, Keith David & More!

SEATTLE, WA – November 18, 2025 – Studio Wildcard today unleashed the newest creature charging out of its Lost Colony Expansion Pass: the Ossidon, a hulking, engineered apex winter-predator built to dominate the frozen wastes of Arat Prime. Armed with cryogenic mucus and pure brute force, the Ossidon serves as a living symbol of raw endurance and elemental might. Starting today, players can find the creature temporarily roaming in cold-biomes across Ragnarok, Valguero, and The Center until the Lost Colony map arrives on December 16.

Ossidon generates excessive quantities of cryogenic mucus, which it can roll into an icy wrecking ball or spit in a shower of bone-chilling slush – turning any encounter into a chilling fight for survival.

ARK: Lost Colony directly connects the storylines of ARK’s Extinction and Genesis, setting the stage for the events of ARK 2. The expansion features the voice talents of Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh (Everything Everywhere All At Once) reprising her ARK: The Animated Series role as Mei Yin, Madeleine Madden (Wheel of Time) as Helena Walker, Auli’i Cravalho (Moana) as Meeka, along with Katie Sackhoff (Battlestar Galactica) as Diana Altaras, David Tennant (Doctor Who) as Edmund Rockwell, and Keith David (The Princess And The Frog) as new villain The Lost King.

Lost Colony drops survivors into a vast occupied city where they become the hunted, gaining access to powerful new kinds of character abilities, unique gear, building systems, and exotic tames. Will Survivors be able to face down the demons lurking in Arat Prime, and connect ARK’s past and future? Players can find out when ARK: Lost Colony launches December 16. 

Buy the Lost Colony Expansion Pass ($29.99) now to unlock exclusive ARK: Lost Colony preview gameplay content, including the new Ossidon creature, for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC platforms.

For the latest updates, join the ARK Survivor’s conversation on Discord, follow us on Twitter, like us on Facebook, subscribe to us on YouTube, visit our website at playark.com and watch us tame ‘n train leviathan dinosaurs on Twitch.TV.

ABOUT STUDIO WILDCARD
Since revealing its flagship game ARK: Survival Evolved in 2015, Studio Wildcard has tirelessly strived to bring its dinosaur-filled vision to the masses. With millions of players worldwide, the team has delivered an amazing amount of new content and leveraged cutting-edge technology to keep fans engaged. With a transmedia universe, the ARK story can be discovered on all gaming platforms, within spin-off titles, and now as a new epic narrative featuring a star-studded cast in ARK: The Animated Series on Paramount+. www.studiowildcard.com

ANNO 117: PAX ROMANA BUILDS A RECORD-BREAKING LAUNCH

Highest-Rated, Fastest-Selling and Record- Breaking Daily Active Users in the Franchise’s History.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – NOVEMBER 19, 2025 – Today, Ubisoft announced that Anno 117: Pax Romana has achieved an exceptional launch, making a new milestone for the premiere builder franchise. Since its release on November 13, the game has captivated players worldwide, immersing them in the grandeur and complexity of the Roman Empire. 

After 25 years and seven instalments, the Anno series cements its place in the strategy game market with its latest release: Anno 117: Pax Romana. Developed by Ubisoft Mainz, the game invites players to shape the destiny of the Roman Empire during its most prosperous era, blending strategic city-building with deep economic simulation and 4x elements all in an immersive world. The game’s impressive scale and striking visuals have resonated strongly with both long-time fans and newcomers. IGN awarded it a 9/10 calling it “A gorgeous antique city-builder that is worthy of a standing ovation” 

Key Highlights of the Launch 

  • Unprecedented Launch Sales: the game is the fastest-selling title in the franchise’s 25-year history. It ranked as #2 Steam best-seller globally, including among the top three best-sellers in Germany, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States.  
  • Critical Acclaim: with an average score of 85 on Metacritic and 94% Critics Recommend on OpenCritic, the game received widespread praise from critics, making it the highest-rated Anno in the franchise’s history. 
  • Record Engagement: within its first week and with an average daily playtime of 3,7 hours, Anno 117: Pax Romana has reached unprecedented player numbers, making it the fastest growing title in the series.  

“Anno 117: Pax Romana officially sets sail, marking a new chapter for our beloved franchise and for everyone who poured their passion, creativity, and countless hours into it. We are humbled by the incredible response from our players’ said Stéphane Jankowski, Executive Producer on Anno. ‘Our team remains dedicated, continuously listening to feedback and striving to deliver the ambitious Year 1 content expanding our game world to the province of Egypt!’ 

Anno 117: Pax Romana is available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X | S, Geforce Now, as well as Windows PC through Steam, the Epic Games Store and Ubisoft Connect.   

For more information about Anno 117: Pax Romana, and to register for future live phases, please visit the Anno-Union.com website. You can also follow Anno 117: Pax Romana on Facebook at facebook.com/annogame, Instagram at instagram.com/annogame and on X at x.com/anno_en.  

For the latest news on Anno 117: Pax Romana and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.  

Development of Anno 117: Pax Romana is supported by the German Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space within the framework of computer games funding. 

About Ubisoft 

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2023-24 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2.32 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com. 

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

About Ubisoft Mainz 

The teams at Ubisoft Mainz engineer some of Ubisoft’s biggest blockbusters. Operating from a historic city in the center of Germany, the studio develops games pushing the limits of the genre like the acclaimed Anno series and its latest installment: Anno 117: Pax Romana. It lends decades of expertise to AAA co-development projects like the Esports phenomenon Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege and the upcoming Beyond Good and Evil 2. Ubisoft Mainz is part of the Ubisoft Blue Byte studio network.  More information at https://mainz.ubisoft.com. 

SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide is Out Now And The Ocean’s Favourite Duo Is Back To Save Bikini Bottom Once Again!

Sydney, Australia – November 19th, 2025: THQ Nordic and Purple Lamp proudly announce the launch of SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide, the next big splash in one of the beloved franchises among gaming and animation. Available today for Nintendo Switch 2™, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, the single-player 3D platformer arrives at an SRP of $69.95.

With over two decades of SpongeBob legacy behind it, SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide delivers the kind of feel-good platforming experience that’s become synonymous with the franchise: fun, nostalgic, and packed with heart. On top of that, the game is fully voiced by the original cast, because no one says, “I’m ready!” quite like SpongeBob himself.

When the Flying Dutchman and King Neptune lock horns, their ego clash unleashes an otherworldly tidal wave across Bikini Bottom. It’s up to SpongeBob and Patrick, two unlikely heroes armed with jellyfishing nets and friendship thicker than tartar sauce, to restore order to the undersea chaos.

Players will reunite with fan-favourite faces from across Bikini Bottom, including Sandy Cheeks, Squidward, Mr. Krabs, and even Plankton, as they journey through iconic locales such as Neptune’s Palace, the frosty Mount Bikini, and the mysterious Goldfish Island. Seamlessly switch between SpongeBob and Patrick’s unique abilities to outsmart enemies, tackle inventive puzzles, and ultimately save Bikini Bottom from its spectral fate!

Get the game now:

Nintendo Switch 2: https://www.jbhifi.com.au
Steam: https://thqn.net/sbtott-steam
PlayStation: https://thqn.net/sbtott-psn
Xbox: https://thqn.net/sbtott-xbox
Website: https://spongebobtitans.thqnordic.com

SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide – Features:

  • Switch seamlessly between SpongeBob and Patrick
  • Combine SpongeBob and Patrick’s unique platforming skills
  • Master Patrick’s brand-new skills like grappling and burrowing
  • Experience a new ghostly story
  • Fully voiced by the original cast of the show
  • Visit iconic locations like Neptune’s Palace and Mount Bikini
  • Battle epic bosses like the Flying Dutchman, King Neptune and Hibernation Sandy

SpongeBob SquarePants: Titans of the Tide is being developed by Purple Lamp and published by THQ Nordic. The game is available now for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch 2™ and PC.

About THQ Nordic:

Founded in 2011, THQ Nordic is a global video game publisher and developer. Based in Vienna (Austria) and with subsidiaries around the globe, THQ Nordic brands include Darksiders, MX vs. ATV, Destroy All Humans, Wreckfest, Titan Quest, Biomutant, Gothic, ELEX, Kingdoms of Amalur, and many more.

THQ Nordic is meant to represent a core approach of doing much more than “owning” a highly competitive portfolio of IPs. It revolves around cherishing them and aligning them with the very best development resources to expand upon them with the level of experience that communities and established fan bases expect and deserve.

PlayStation Australia’s Black Friday Deals 2025

PlayStation Australia is excited to celebrate the holiday season and another year of gaming experiences with PlayStation’s Black Friday offers, which kick off this week. Starting from Friday, 21 November, for a limited time*, gamers and gift givers alike can explore a range of incredible deals on PS5 consoles, games, accessories, and more across PlayStation Store, and at participating retailers.* 

Visit the official PlayStation Black Friday site starting on Friday, 21 November, for updates on local offers, as promotions will vary by region and retailer. 

PlayStation Australia will share local pricing offers the morning of Friday, 21 November. 

Australia Black Friday 2025 deals from PlayStation and participating retailers

This year, save on hardware and accessories, including PlayStation 5 console offerings, PlayStation VR2, PlayStation Portal, DualSense controllers and more. You can find these offers, where available, at participating local retailers from November 21. 

Deals on PS5 Console offerings include:

  • PS5 consoles and PS5 Digital Edition consoles.*
  • PS5 Pro consoles – for gamers looking for the most visually impressive PS5 gaming experience

There will also be offers for PS5 accessories and games,* including:

  • PlayStation VR2
  • PlayStation Portal remote player
  • Pulse Elite wireless headset
  • Pulse Explore wireless earbuds 
  • DualSense Edge wireless controller
  • DualSense wireless controller
  • Access controller
  • Various discounts on PS5 games such as Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Lost Soul Aside, Astro Bot, and God of War Ragnarök.

PlayStation hardware, accessories and games deals in Australia will run between Friday, 21 November and Thursday, 4 December. Limited time only. While supplies last. 

Players can join or upgrade their PlayStation Plus membership with these special offers

Players in participating countries who join PlayStation Plus during PlayStation’s Black Friday promotion can save up to 33% on a 12-month membership. Current PlayStation Plus members can save 33% on the remainder of their membership when upgrading from PlayStation Plus Essential/Extra to PlayStation Plus Deluxe.

PlayStation Plus offers fantastic value, with access to hundreds of games, including hit titles like The Last of Us Part IICyberpunk 2077Mortal Kombat 1, and Hogwarts Legacy** in the Extra and Deluxe tiers. 

All PlayStation Plus members get access to monthly games, exclusive discounts, online multiplayer, and more.

Additionally, within the Sony Pictures Core app, PlayStation Plus Deluxe members also have access to the Sony Pictures Catalogue with up to 100 movies to stream on demand.*** During the Black Friday promotional period, all PS5 and PS4 players can enjoy movie discounts, while PlayStation Plus members can enjoy even deeper discounts on recent releases, including BAD BOYS: RIDE OR DIE, TAROT, and more.

PlayStation Plus deals in Australia will run between Friday, 21 November and Friday, 5 December.

Hundreds of game offers on PlayStation Store 

Check out offers on hundreds of PS5 and PS4 digital games with savings of up to 75% on the PlayStation Store. Visit PlayStation Store when the promotion begins on Friday, 21 November to view the full selection and find out your local savings.

PlayStation Store deals in Australia will run between Friday, 21 November and Monday, 1 December.

For more information, visit the PlayStation Blog.

Keep up with the latest news from PlayStation Australia on FacebookTwitterYouTube and Instagram

Aspyr & Crystal Dynamics Reveal Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition for Nintendo Switch & Nintendo Switch 2, Available Now!

Experience Lara Croft’s critically acclaimed origin story on Nintendo platforms for the first time, with a 10% launch discount through November 24!

AUSTIN, Texas Nov. 18, 2025 –Surprise!Aspyr and Crystal Dynamics are excited to reveal that Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2… and it’s available now for $19.99, with a 10% launch discount through November 24! Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition brings the remaster of 2013’s critically acclaimed Tomb Raider to Nintendo platforms for the first time. Experience Lara Croft’s origin story at home or on the go in this viscerally intense action-adventure, complete with the Definitive Edition’s improved graphics, added control features, all previously released DLCs, online multiplayer for up to eight players and more.

Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is the award-winning cinematic action-adventure that tells Lara Croft’s emotional journey from an inexperienced young woman into a hardened survivor – with a stunningly lifelike world to explore. Endure high-octane combat, customize weapons and gear, and overcome grueling environments to survive Lara’s first adventure.

The Definitive Edition includes all of the game’s original downloadable content (including six Lara Croft outfits, eight multiplayer maps and four multiplayer characters), plus digital versions of the Dark Horse comic Tomb Raider: The Beginning, Brady Games’ mini-art book Tomb Raider: The Art of Survival, and the “Final Hours of Tomb Raider” developer video series.

Owners of Aspyr’s previously released Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft or Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered on Nintendo Switch are eligible for a 10% discount on Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition. These discounts stack with each other and the launch discount, meaning a potential discount of 30% off for owners of both titles!

Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition is available now on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 for $19.99, with an additional 10% launch discount through November 24, 2025.

About Aspyr

Aspyr is a leading video game publishing and development partner focused on maximizing the potential of games across all platforms for all players. Most recently, the company launched Dungeons & Dragons Neverwinter Nights 2: Enhanced Edition, Legacy of Kain™: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered and Tomb Raider IV-VI Remastered, available now on all platforms. Today the company supports a growing network of partners that includes many of the industry’s leading entertainment IP holders, publishers, developers, and technology providers. Aspyr is an Embracer Group company based in Austin, Texas. For more information, visit www.aspyr.com.

About Crystal Dynamics

Crystal Dynamics is an award-winning, best-in-class game development studio headquartered just south of San Francisco in sunny San Mateo, Calif. Founded in 1992, Crystal Dynamics has grown into a world-class studio by developing iconic franchises and keeping at the forefront of the very latest in technology and graphics. Having created beloved properties such as Gex and the Legacy of Kain series, as well as driving the award-winning, massively successful Tomb Raider franchise at over 100M franchise units sold to date, Crystal Dynamics is now laying the groundwork for the next generation of innovative and technologically stunning projects. Crystal Dynamics’ website can be found at https://crystald.com.

About TOMB RAIDER

The TOMB RAIDER video game franchise includes more than 20 video games, is loved by more than 160 million people around the world according to a May 2022 survey, and has sold over 100 million copies since the first entry was released in 1996. The franchise’s popularity has exploded into a series of blockbuster films based on the original Tomb Raider game and 2013 reboot. Its protagonist Lara Croft has been a contemporary global icon for over two decades and was listed as one of TIME Magazine’s 15 Most Influential Video Game Characters of All Time. The most recent “Survivor Trilogy,” comprised of Tomb Raider (2013), Rise of the Tomb Raider (2015), and Shadow of the Tomb Raider (2018), garnered more than 200 “Best of” awards and nominations, and chronicles Lara Croft’s remarkable origin story. All of this continues to make TOMB RAIDER a destination brand for adventure entertainment.

© 2025 CRYSTAL DYNAMICS, TOMB RAIDER, RISE OF THE TOMB RAIDER, SHADOW OF THE TOMB RAIDER, LARA CROFT, LARA CROFT AND THE GUARDIAN OF LIGHT, LARA CROFT AND THE TEMPLE OF OSIRIS, and LEGACY OF KAIN are registered trademarks or trademarks of the Crystal Dynamics group of companies. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

NETMARBLE’S THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: ORIGIN CONCLUDES CLOSED BETA TEST WITH STRONG PLAYER FEEDBACK AHEAD OF JANUARY 2026 LAUNCH

Strong Player Satisfaction from Global CBT Reinforced by Enthusiastic Hands‑on Responses at G‑STAR 2025

LOS ANGELES NOVEMBER 18, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, announced today that the global Closed Beta Test (CBT) for its upcoming open-world action RPG The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin has ended with overwhelmingly positive feedback from players worldwide.

Held globally from October 30 to November 5, the CBT gave selected players access to early gameplay on PlayStation®5 and PC via Steam. Over the course of the week-long test, Netmarble evaluated optimization across platforms, gameplay systems, and overall service stability.

Post-CBT surveys revealed highly encouraging feedback: over 93% of respondents stated they plan to play the game upon its official launch. More than 85% praised the game’s graphics, story, and combat system. Many participants commended the immersive worldbuilding, dynamic combat, and impactful skill animations. Players highlighted the immersive recreation of the original anime’s universe, dynamic tag-based combat, and high-quality open-world exploration. The new multiplayer elements, which allow players to roam the field together in real time, were particularly well received, adding a fresh layer of immersion and social interaction.

Based on the CBT feedback, Netmarble will implement improvements to enhance UI/UX convenience and overall gameplay polish before launch. The test also sparked increased community engagement, as seen by rising search volume across platforms like Google and X (formerly Twitter).

Having been featured at major global gaming events including Summer Game Fest, gamescom 2025 Opening Night Live and Tokyo Game Show 2025, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin also met fans at G-STAR 2025, Korea’s largest gaming convention, where attendees experienced a hands-on demo alongside exclusive stage events. The demo was met with overwhelmingly positive feedback, particularly for its stunning visuals, immersive worldbuilding, and polished gameplay. Players praised the game’s high-quality graphics, battle system, and exploration elements, sharing comments like “The graphics are incredible and make you feel like you’re inside an anime.”

Based on The Seven Deadly Sins, the popular Japanese manga and anime IP with over 55 million copies sold worldwide, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is an open-world action RPG featuring an original, multiverse-based storyline, where players can explore the continent of Britannia, engage in tag-based combat, unleash powerful combination skills, and enjoy ever-evolving action through different combinations of characters and weapons. 

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is set for a simultaneous global launch on January 28, 2026, across PlayStation® 5 (exclusive on console), Steam for PC, and mobile with support for 12 languages. Fans can sign up for pre-registration on Google Play, the App Store, and the official brand website.

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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 at http://company.netmarble.com.

Poker Warlords, Born as a Top 10 Starcraft 2 Arcade Custom Game, Launches New Demo

Place big bets in the fantasy poker auto-battler on Steam today

SEATTLE – Nov. 18, 2025 – Poker Warlords, the fantasy poker auto-battler from developer SkeleJelly Games, summons a new demo on PC today, officially launching at 1 p.m. PT/4 p.m. ET/9 p.m. GMT. Created as a spiritual successor to SkeleJelly’s top 10 Starcraft 2 Arcade custom game BattlePoker,played by 2,000+ monthly active users to this day, Poker Warlords will launch in 2026.

Feeling lucky? Bet big on the table in two to six-player multiplayer matches, then watch as decisions unfold and units roar into life, determining who wins the pot. Poker Warlords combines the strategic choices and mind games of poker with the satisfying sequences of classic autobattler combat. 

Raise, Call, or Fold on three-card hands of medieval fantasy armies, then choose two to fight for you in the arena. Wager random numbers of Dragon and Dark Knights against Trebuchets and Assassins. Weigh the odds based on the type and number of units in hand against each opponent’s visible card. Go all in or bluff to psych out the competition, or dominate with pure force to claim victory. 

Complete challenging missions in the Campaign, climb the ranks in Standard, or compete for glory in demanding tournaments in Brawl mode. Unlock 24 different cosmetic avatars to join the table as a calculating Jester, brave Knight, or intimidating Archmage.

“Following the love and success that BattlePoker garnered, I wanted to create a standalone experience without the limitations of Starcraft 2 Arcade,” Nick Roessler, Lead Developer, SkeleJelly Games. “The idea for Poker Warlords originated in high school, and I’ve continuously improved on the concept to create what we have today.”

Poker Warlords’ new demo is available now on PC via Steam. For more information, follow the team on X and YouTube, join the community on Discord and Reddit, and search #PokerWarlords on social media. 

About SkeleJelly Games

SkeleJelly Games is an independent development studio based out of Seattle, Washington operated by the CEO and Lead Designer and Developer, Nick Roessler. Nick is best known for creating the top 10 Starcraft 2 Arcade custom game, BattlePoker, which currently retains more than 2,000 monthly active users. 

Nick likes creating entirely new game loops that haven’t been done before to push industry boundaries. He strives to build a sustainable community for his upcoming fantasy poker auto-battler, Poker Warlords, currently in development.

Mystery Case Files Returns on November 25 With a New Chapter in the Ravenhearst Saga

Final teaser already live, revealing the mysterious coupon code

Seattle, WA – November 18, 2025 – Big Fish Games is proud to announce that Mystery Case Files: House That Love Built Collector’s Edition will be launching on November 25, marking the return of one of the most iconic hidden-object franchises.

This release also celebrates 20 years of Mystery Case Files, honoring the legacy of a series that helped define the Hidden Object Puzzle Adventure genre. House That Love Built brings players back to one of MCF’s most beloved storyline: the chilling, lore-rich Ravenhearst Saga, continuing the New Timeline arc.

Players once again step into the coat and hat of the Master Detective in a high-stakes investigation that dives deep into the supernatural roots of the legendary Ravenhearst Manor. When agency director Evelyn Ravenhearst suddenly resurfaces with a dire warning, the Master Detective learns that Angelica Morgan’s spirit still lives, and she’s searching for something buried far below the manor.

The investigation leads deep into an expansive, trap-filled underground labyrinth, confronting forgotten secrets from Charles Dalimar’s past, eerie experiments, and the lingering consequences of the 1896 archives. With the help of Detectives Isabella Drake and Leo Harrison, players will uncover long-hidden truths, confront dangerous anomalies, and navigate a narrative filled with twists, deception, and iconic MCF puzzle design.

Interactive Teasers & Anniversary Rewards: The Scavenger Hunt Begins

Ahead of launch, players are invited to participate in a limited-time scavenger hunt celebrating the franchise’s legacy. Three short videos, each containing a hidden two-digit floating number, were released ahead of launch. When combined, these numbers form a single-use coupon code redeemable for a special Buy One, Get One for $1 offer on Big Fish Games (one redemption per customer).

The final teaser video is now live, meaning players can now combine all three hidden numbers to unlock the complete coupon code. The code can be redeemed through November 24 at 11:59 p.m. PT. Check out the final teaser here.

Key Features:

  • A major return to the Ravenhearst storyline
  • Atmospheric hidden-object scenes and intricate puzzle design
  • New lore, new timelines, and new revelations about Charles Dalimar
  • Exclusive Collector’s Edition bonuses

Mystery Case Files: House That Love BuiltCollector’s Edition will be released on Big Fish Games and Steam

Stay tuned to the MCF Facebook Page, the MCF Official Website, the Big Fish Games Facebook Page, and the Big Fish Games Instagram for upcoming news and updates.

About Big Fish Games 
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