This month, October’s Game Catalogue lineup brings plenty of thrills for spooky season. Step into a fog-shrouded nightmare in the chilling remake of Silent Hill 2, survive a night of terror in the definitive PS5 edition of the slasher horror Until Dawn, embrace your inner vampire and stalk the night in V Rising, or, in an entirely different register, join Ichiban Kasuga and his unlikely crew of outcasts in a quest for the truth in Yakuza: Like a Dragon. Meanwhile, Tekken 3 brings arcade fighting action to PlayStation Plus Deluxe. 

All these titles and more will be available in October’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup*.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalogue

Silent Hill 2 | PS5

Take on the role of James Sunderland and venture into the mostly deserted town of Silent Hill in this highly anticipated remake of the 2001 classic. What awaits him is a rust-stained nightmare, cloaked in fog, and populated by monsters. Experience a masterclass in psychological horror on the latest hardware with chilling visuals and visceral sounds. Enter a dream-like world and encounter twisted monsters, the menacing Pyramid Head, and a seemingly ordinary cast of characters wrestling with their past. As James comes to terms with his own turmoil, he’ll be left with one question – why did he really come to Silent Hill?

*Silent Hill 2 is releasing in Australia on Tuesday, 21 October

Until Dawn | PS5

Rebuilt from the ground up for PS5, Until Dawn invites you to immerse yourself in a gripping slasher horror where every decision can make the difference between life and death. When eight friends return to the isolated mountain lodge where two of their group vanished a year prior, things quickly take a sinister turn. As fear tightens its icy grip on the group, their remote retreat becomes an inescapable nightmare. Your actions and choices will determine who survives in this definitive version of the seminal horror classic.

*Until Dawn is releasing in Australia on Tuesday, 21 October 

V Rising | PS5

V Rising is a vampire survival action-RPG adventure like no other. Awaken as a weakened vampire after centuries of slumber and hunt for blood to regain your strength while hiding from the scorching sun to survive. Rebuild your castle and convert humans into your loyal servants in a quest to raise your vampire empire. Explore a vast world teeming with mythical horrors and danger. Travel through lush forests, open countryside, and dark caverns to discover valuable resources, meeting friends and foes alike along the way. Roam the night alone or gather a clan – V Rising can be played solo, co-op or in persistent online multiplayer. Travel alone or explore the world with friends. Raid other players’ castles or play the diplomat in the game of blood, power and betrayal. Compete or cooperate – the choice is yours.

*V Rising is releasing in Australia on Tuesday, 15 October 

Yakuza: Like a Dragon | PS5, PS4

Ichiban Kasuga, a low-ranking grunt of a low-ranking yakuza family in Tokyo, faces an 18-year prison sentence after taking the fall for a crime he didn’t commit. Never losing faith, he loyally serves his time and returns to society to discover that no one was waiting for him on the outside, and his clan has been destroyed by the man he respected most. Ichiban sets out to discover the truth behind his family’s betrayal and take his life back, drawing a ragtag group of society’s outcasts to his side: Adachi, a rogue cop, Nanba, a homeless ex-nurse, and Saeko, a hostess on a mission. Together, they are drawn into a conflict brewing beneath the surface in Yokohama and must rise to become the heroes they never expected to be. Experience dynamic RPG combat like none other. Switch between 19 unique Jobs ranging from Bodyguard to Musician, and use the battlefield as your weapon. Take up bats, umbrellas, bikes, street signs, and everything else at your disposal to crack some skulls!

*Yakuza: Like a Dragon is releasing in Australia on Tuesday, 21 October

Poppy Playtime: Chapter 1 | PS5, PS4

Playtime Co. was once the king of the toy manufacturing industry… until everybody inside of the factory one day disappeared into thin air. Now, years later, you must explore the factory and uncover the truth. Try to survive the vengeful toys waiting for you in this horror/puzzle adventure. Use your GrabPack to hack electrical circuits or nab items from afar. Explore the mysterious facility… and don’t get caught.

*Poppy Playtime: Chapter 1 is releasing is releasing in Australia on Tuesday, 15 October

As Dusk Falls | PS5, PS4

As Dusk Falls is a gripping crime drama that explores the entangled lives of two families across decades, starting in 1998 with a robbery-gone-wrong in small town Arizona. Created by the lead designer of Heavy Rain and Beyond: Two Souls, this thrilling, branching multiplayer interactive drama follows these two families in their struggle to survive, protect, and endure challenges rooted in the previous generations’ mistakes. Every decision will shape the characters’ fates. Multiple paths through each chapter will reveal insights about who you and your friends are and make every playthrough unique. Replay the story again and again to uncover vastly different outcomes for multiple characters and hidden nuances behind every decision and relationship. Will your characters survive unscathed? What kind of people will they ultimately become?

*As Dusk Falls is releasing in Australia on Tuesday, 28 October 

Wizard with a Gun | PS5

Wizard with a Gun is an online sandbox survival game for 1 to 4 players set in a magical wilderness wrought with dangerous creatures and arcane mysteries. Embark on a journey alone or with friends to collect, craft, and outfit your wizard however you see fit as you explore the unknown. Collect resources from the world and craft unique enchanted ammunition for your arsenal of guns. Combine elements for intended or surprising effects that alter the shot, blast radius, bullet trail, and even the status of the creature in your crosshairs. Carefully design weapons, bullets, and furnishings for your tower home but try not to burn it all down as the magic you wield escalates beyond your control… Survive alone or with a few wizard friends in online cooperative play to combine resources, magic, and creativity in your tower building. Or just watch it all burn down together – the choice is yours.

*Wizard with a Gun is releasing in Australia on Tuesday, 28 October

PlayStation Plus Deluxe

Tekken 3 | PS5, PS4

Experience Tekken 3, originally released on the original PlayStation, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. Nineteen years following the previous King of Iron Fist tournament, fighters from all over the world have mysteriously begun to disappear at the hands of the enigmatic being known only as Toshin. Heihachi, hoping the promise of strong opponents will lure out this so-called “God of Fighting,” begins his preparations for The King of Iron Fist Tournament 3. Experience Tekken 3’s world at its very best, with an all-new CGI opening and unique endings for each character, exclusive to the home console release. Every mode from previous entries is here, including Arcade Mode, Versus Mode, Team Battle Mode for competitive play, and Practice Mode for all your training needs.

*Tekken 3 is releasing in Australia on Tuesday, 21 October

*PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue and PlayStation Plus Deluxe lineups may differ by region. Please check PlayStation Store on release day.

To learn more about the full lineup, visit the PlayStation Blog. Keep up with the latest news from PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. 

 40% Limited Time Discount, Accolades Highlights Critical Praise

OCTOBER 16, 2025: METAL EDEN, the latest FPS from Reikon Games (the creators of RUINER), is receiving a New Game Plus mode, alongside the launch of its accolades trailer celebrating the game’s strong critical reception. This is the perfect moment to jump in, with a 40% limited-time discount available on Steam and PlayStation.

With strong reviews and recognition from the gaming industry, METAL EDEN has already earned praise for its combat design and atmospheric world. The accolades trailer showcases this reception, highlighting the game’s growing reputation as a must-play FPS experience.

New Game Plus Overview:

NG+ is designed as a mastery-focused mode for players who have completed the main campaign, rewarding players who complete the story, and allowing them to carry over all skills and weapons from their initial run.

• Harder than Brutal – NG+ introduces a unique armour-scaling modifier for enemies, tuned above Brutal difficulty.
• Reworked missions – Combat encounters redesigned, with enemy stats and pickups rebalanced across the game; players will notice the increased time-to-kill, especially on elite-class enemies.
• Streamlined progression – Tutorials, cutscenes, and narrative content are removed to keep the focus purely on gameplay.
• A fresh way to play – Every mission feels different thanks to rebalanced encounters and higher-stakes combat.

Limited-time discounts

METAL EDEN will be available at 40% off for a limited time, giving more players the chance to experience its adrenaline-fueled sci-fi FPS action.

The discount will be available across PlayStation and Steam.

*Check local platform stores for specific discount periods and availability

About METAL EDEN

METAL EDEN presents an adrenaline-fueled sci-fi FPS that explores a world where humanity’s consciousness has transcended the flesh, now residing within robots.

With 8 unique missions and a handcrafted universe setting that embraces the cybernetic dimension of life, the game thrills players into an artificial world, where they’ll dive into cybernetic warfare, control a powerful hyper unit, and uncover the mysteries of a lost paradise.

For more information about METAL EDEN, please visit: https://www.deepsilver.com/games/metal-eden.

About Reikon Games

Reikon Games is an independent developer of PC and console games, delivering high-energy experiences to a global audience. Based in Warsaw, Reikon was founded in 2014 by industry veterans from CD Projekt Red and Techland. The studio is known for its sharp, fast-paced gameplay, from the cult hit RUINER to the upcoming METAL EDEN. Reikon focuses on original IPs, pushing creative boundaries, and collaborating with industry partners. For more information, please visit reikongames.com.

About PLAION

PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Founded three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences. PLAION is an Embracer Group company.

About Deep Silver

Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance. For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com

Go claws and blasters out with new story beats, bosses, weapons, and more

BOSTON — 15 Oct., 2025 — As revealed at IGN Fan Fest: Fall Edition, Rightfully, Beary Arms, the pawsome bullet-hell roguelite from developer Daylight Basement Studio, will pounce onto PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and Xbox Series X|S with its 1.0 launch on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026.

Step back into the cuddly and extremely deadly shoes of Beary, blasting into 1.0 with a slew of fresh tricks up his sleeves. Experiment with new weapons and modifiers, sink his claws (well, bullets) into an intimidating final boss, and freshen up his style with an abundance of freshly-sewn fits. New story beats, mid-run saves, and achievements, among other improvements, round out a host of pawtastic additions.

Set out on an intergalactic mission to obliterate nasty Fun Guys and shocking Battery Boys in increasingly difficult roguelite runs. Transform weapons such as the Crop Duster and the Fish Sword into vessels of clawstruction with powerful augments. Between levels, select randomly generated bonuses that won’t just benefit Beary, but his foes as well, for an added sprinkling of risk and reward.

Explore the pixelated map as a lovingly stylish menace with a closet full of unbearably adorable outfits. Tear through pesky fiends and formidable bosses to the beat of a delightful chip-tune soundtrack. Live, die, and repeat it all over again to earn the title of the galaxy’s most fearsome teddy. 

“Who says a cute bear can’t learn new tricks?” said Chris Bischke, Co-Founder of Daylight Basement Studio. “After releasing in Steam Early Access over two years ago, we’ve poured countless hours into making Beary’s adventures more adorably chaotic than ever. We can’t wait to see what shenanigans fans will get him into with our 1.0 launch next year.“ 

Rightfully, Beary Arms paws out of Early Access and into 1.0 on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and Xbox Series X|S on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026. For more information, hit up the official Daylight Basement Studio website, follow them on Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube, and don’t forget to join the Discord.

About Daylight Basement Studio

Daylight Basement Studio is home to an intimate and passionate development team who strive to create a fun and accessible roguelite for those new to the genre with their debut title Rightfully, Beary Arms. The Boston-based group is composed of three members at the moment, and they’re eager to make a name for themselves in the indie gaming scene.

For more information, please visit the official website.

Wishlist Now on Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S

CHATHAM, England – Oct. 15, 2025 –Dovetail Games today announced Metro Rivals: New York, an innovative and genre-defying subway simcade game currently in development. Set to release early 2026, the game is now available to wishlist on Steam, the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

In Metro Rivals: New York, players step into a near-future New York City where the subway system has been carved into 10 fiercely contested districts. Each is controlled by one or more of the five Track Titans – larger-than-life celebrity drivers who dominate their territory with unrivalled skill, enormous social media influence, and unshakable reputations. These figures guard their turf with ferocity, and only the most talented newcomer has any chance of challenging their dominance.

Players begin their journey with nothing but a hand-me-down train and a determination to rise. To succeed, they must take on a variety of missions, earn cash fares, upgrade their train’s performance, build a loyal following, and win respect. This journey is about more than speed; it requires strategy, precision, and cool-headed execution.

With authentic simulation at its heart and adrenaline-fueled gameplay running through its veins, the game blends strategy and story-driven action in a way that demands both nuance and skill. From high-stakes rivalries to carefully planned upgrades, Metro Rivals: New York offers a fresh and thrilling take on the train sim genre.

In addition to its single-player campaign, the game features an intense PvP mode where up to four players can compete online or with friends. Here, drivers race to stop at designated platforms, but victory is not determined by speed alone. Players are scored on their ability to handle their train with precision and control under pressure, and only the competitor with the highest score leaves with the spoils and the bragging rights – and a place at the top of the asynchronous leaderboards.

For those seeking a more relaxed experience, Metro Rivals: New York also includes options for players to set their own paths, hop into their train, and enjoy the sights of the city (and their train!)

And for players’ trains to be the envy of everyone on the rails, customization plays a large role. Players can express themselves with extensive options to upgrade their train’s performance, apply unique skins and liveries in signature colors, and personalize their character’s appearance to stand out on the tracks. There will be in-game purchases, but these will be entirely cosmetic. No pay-to-win.

This release also signals Dovetail Games’ first foray into Unreal Engine 5 development, offering more deeply immersive experiences than ever before with tools such as Nanite, Lumen, and procedural generation designed to create a world that feels intensely alive. Working with Reactional Music, players’ sessions will pulse with the same rhythm that players will feel when shooting down the subway to beat a Track Titan.

Rob O’Farrell, co-CEO of Dovetail Games, said: “Metro Rivals: New York marks a bold new chapter in the Dovetail Games portfolio, offering a real sense of pick-up-and-play, thrill, speed, and excitement within the simcade genre. By merging our deep knowledge of trains with the expertise and talent of our development teams, and by harnessing Unreal Engine 5’s Lumen, Nanite, and procedural generation, we are confident this will deliver an incredibly immersive and exciting experience for players to enjoy in both single-player and our first-ever train multiplayer experience.

“We are also excited to announce we are working with the team at Reactional Music, introducing its procedural music engine into Metro Rivals: New York. Reactional real-time musical interactivity means music is fully native and cinematically integrated in the game, even when swapping tracks.”

Gemma Brown, co-CEO of Dovetail Games, summarizes the experience: “Metro Rivals: New York feels gritty, fast-paced, and full of energy. It keeps you on your toes and blends the attitude of New York with the thrill of a competitive simcade racing experience – think Crazy Taxi meets Need for Speed: Underground. Early feedback from our new on-site Playlab has been fantastic, and we can’t wait to get it into players’ hands next year.”

Metro Rivals: New York is being developed for Steam, the Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, with release planned for early 2026. Players can wishlist the game now and sign up to the official mailing list via https://metrorivals.com/gb/NewYork to receive the latest updates.

About Dovetail Games  

RailSimulator.com Ltd was founded in 2009 and rebranded as Dovetail Games in 2013 before the studio was acquired by PulluP Entertainment in 2023. Today Dovetail Games develops and publishes exceptional rail, transport & digital tabletop video game simulations for leading PC and console platforms, as well as publishing content for other developers. For additional information, visit www.dovetailgames.com.

The start of the NBA season marks a new chance for players to elevate their game, explore a new Park location, and unlock stylish, spooky rewards alongside a brand-new soundtrack

Today, 2K announced that NBA® 2K26 launches this Friday, October 17, bringing with it a new wave of rewards, content, and challenges across MyCAREER, MyTEAM, and The W.

As the 2025–2026 NBA season tips off, the race for the Larry O’Brien Trophy is officially underway. Reflecting that same competitive spirit, Season 2 of NBA 2K26 challenges players to sharpen their skills, climb the ranks, and dominate the court all season long, following in the footsteps of NBA 2K26 cover stars Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Angel Reese, and Carmelo Anthony.

The latest updates and rewards include:

• MyCAREER: In MyCAREER, players can step under the bright lights of an NBA arena and make their mark. This Season offers rewards including the level 18 Low Rider Car, Denver Nuggets Mascot ‘Rocky’ at level 19, Max +2 Badge Perk at level 30 and 35, Gilgeous-Alexander Backwards Jersey at level 37, and more. In celebration of NBA tip-off, players can also participate in the Wear & Earn event on Monday, October 20, earning a 2XREP bonus by wearing their favourite NBA jersey around The City.
• The Park: The Park is moving to new heights this season, relocating from its grounded setting to the stunning City Heights, a dynamic rooftop court. Players can squad up with friends and rise above the competition in this elevated new venue designed for high-flying dunks.
• MyTEAM: Season 2 expands MyTEAM with more NBA and WNBA cards to collect and compete with. This season features new rewards, including an 85 OVR Shaedon Sharpe evo card, an Amethyst Goran Dragić, a Diamond Joe Johnson, a Pink Diamond Courtney Vandersloot, and players who reach level 40 will attain a Pink Diamond Chris Bosh (Miami Heat). Players can also earn Game Changer cards, MTP, and a 90+ OVR premium pack as they climb through the Season Rewards track.
• The W Online*: Following another thrilling WNBA season, The W Online continues to offer weekly and seasonal rewards for players to chase. Weekly rewards include spooky items like a Witches Hat and Halloween Sleeves, while new season rewards feature clothing bundles, VC, WNBA and MyTEAM Player Cards, and more.
• Season 2 Pro Pass & Hall of Fame Pass**: Level up your rewards with the Season 2 Pro Pass and Hall of Fame Pass that features 40 additional levels of unlockable NBA 2K26 rewards, featuring both automatic and premium content. Celebrate the Halloween season with eerie new cosmetics and boost your progression with VC, Skill Boosts, and MyTEAM rewards. Automatic rewards include Court Vision Glowing Eyes, Mind Game Glow Mask, Diamond J.R. Smith, and the Season 2 Pro Pass Pack. Premium rewards include a Digital Charge Cape, Glow Tatted Body Mod, Platinum Grillz, and more.
• Greatest Hits Soundtrack: Season 2 debuts the Greatest Hits soundtrack collection, celebrating iconic tracks from the NBA 2K franchise’s rich history. Handpicked by the 2K music team, this nostalgic yet high-energy playlist delivers the best sounds to ball to, blending legendary hits with the energy that gets players ready to take on the competition.

For full details on NBA 2K26 Season 2, check out the latest Courtside Report. NBA 2K26 is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam.

NBA 2K26 is rated M. For more information on NBA 2K26, please visit https://nba.2k.com/2k25/.

Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

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*The W Online mode and related content are available on Gen 9 only.

**NBA 2K26 Pro Season Passes and Hall of Fame Passes are available for separate purchase and require base game, internet connection and NBA 2K Account. Paid premium Passes unlock additional rewards for the Season that are earnable through gameplay. Progress and rewards reset at the end of each Season. Availability restrictions apply. For more information on Season Pass, go to https://nba.2k.com/2k26/faq/

Rewrite the annuals in four classic matches from football history

Sheffield, UK – 15 October 2025: It’s all kicking off! As revealed at IGN Fan Fest, retro card-based football management game NUTMEG! has launched its Matchday Experience demo, giving football fans a chance for a kickabout with some of their favourite English league teams.

Get stuck into four classic matches from across the 80s and 90s, with six scenarios to choose from. Relive the 1986 Milk Cup final and either remake Oxford’s 3-0 victory or snatch the glory away as a certain squad of royal Park Rangers. Take on the pressure of a play-off final with a 1998 battle between Charlton and Sunderland – and try not to take it to penalties. Become a giant killer and take down the might of Liverpool as Wimbledon, or the devils of Manchester as Grimsby. It’s all football, all the time.

The NUTMEG! Matchday Experience demo focuses exclusively on the card-based matches, where you’ll be tilting the scales in your favour with well-timed decisions in fast-paced, card-based matches. Further details on the game’s wider management systems, such as player transfers and stadium building, will be revealed on the road to launch in 2026.

About NUTMEG!
Deck-building goes in two-footed on football management! Become the gaffer of a classic football team and embark on a 20-year journey up and down the English football Divisions through the 1980s and 1990s.

A Game of Two Halves
Pick your line-up and formations, and challenge the opposition in a fast-paced card battler with three points on the line in every match.

Move the Goalpost
The only football game where getting cards is a good thing! Earn card packs by completing challenges. Combine cards to enhance your deck and bully the other team off the pitch.

Get Your Head in the Game
Route one? Tiki-taka? Counter-attacking? Refine skills and strategies in training to earn extra card packs and humble your opponents when Saturday comes.

Keep Your Eye on the Ball
Pick your club, manage player transfers, scout and develop youth talent, and scrap for every place across four Divisions.

Get Stuck In
Oversee the entire club from your desk. Control the finances, talk with the press, and hire and fire backroom staff.

Big Game Player
Immerse yourself in some of the most iconic eras of English football. Unlock new clubs each season and decide whether to be a journeyman manager or a one-club hero.

NUTMEG! will launch on PC in 2026. The free Matchday Experience demo is available on Steam now.

About Secret Mode
Secret Mode is an independent publisher and the winner of the MCV/Develop Indie Publisher of the Year 2025 award, Ukie Best UK Publisher 2024 award, and the Debug Indie Game Best Influencer Marketing 2025 award. Our titles include triple-BAFTA-winner Still Wakes the Deep, A Little to the Left, Wobbledogs, Loddlenaut, and Empyreal. We believe that games are for everyone, and that creativity has no limits. We believe quality and fun are everything. 

About Sumo Sheffield
Founded in 2003, Sumo Sheffield was the first of Sumo Digital’s studios. Firmly established as the premium development partner of leading publishers, the studio is trusted to deliver high quality games associated with some of the most iconic and valued properties in the industry, or by generating innovative new IP. With a highly skilled body of over 300 developers the studio works across all platforms, on a selection of AAA games covering multiple genres including Sports, FPS, and platform adventure.

About Sumo Academy
Founded in 2020, the Sumo Academy is a talent development programme creating new pathways into the games industry in the form of the Level 7 Game Programming Apprenticeship. Rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted, the Academy teaching team has over 100 combined years of game development experience, but they still can’t beat the apprentice’s high score on Zool.

Bleach Soul Resonance is Set to Launch on Mobile This Year; Pre-registration Available Now

Los Angeles, CA (October, 15  2025) – Crunchyroll®, the brand fueling anime-fandom worldwide and A PLUS JAPAN are joining forces to publish the English release of BLEACH: Soul Resonance—worldwide ex Asia!*Wield the blade of your soul when this brand-new action-RPG, based on the beloved BLEACH anime series, launches later this year. Pre-registration is now open on the App Store and Google Play. 

Prepare for BLEACH with Crunchyroll Manga—Web Version Launches Today!

October 9 marked the launch of Crunchyroll Manga—a new premium add on and ad-free experience featuring hundreds of fan-favorite titles, including BLEACH! Today, Crunchyroll Manga launches on the web. Both mark the perfect opportunity to experience the source material driving the action in BLEACH: Soul Resonance.

Official BLEACH: Soul Resonance Details 

Immerse yourself in a story-driven experience that stays true to the heartfelt tales of BLEACH. Step into the Soul Society, experience the passion and romance as you unleash Bankai with your fingertips, and fight with your Zanpakuto by your side. 

• Immersive Storyline—A True-to-the-Heart Adaptation: Dive into an immersive story that places you right in the heart of BLEACH’s action-packed world! Every clash, strike, story, and iconic line is crafted with genuine passion and care—all to bring you face-to-face with the Soul Reapers.
• Innovative Blade-Clashing Gameplay—Victory Decided in an Instant: Fight side-by-side with your Zanpakuto! Where your fingers move, the blade follows. Experience innovative blade-clashing gameplay for an unparalleled battle thrill! Each Zanpakuto comes with tailored feedback, making every slash feel realistic and putting you in the heart of the battle.
• Seamless Character Switching—Synergistic Combos: Forge victory through bonds, dig into the skills, weave versatile lineups to bend the war to your will for relentless damage. Seamlessly switch between characters and unleash the combos. Experience the multi-dimensional improvement to combat! Where blades crown the field, march with your comrades and fight side by side!
• Unite for the Cause of Protection — Assemble Iconic Characters: With an 80-draw guarantee, you’re bound to get your favorite characters. Now, with trusted allies and teammates by your side, let’s raise your blade in the sacred name of protection!

*A PLUS JAPAN INC. publishes Bleach Soul Resonance in most European countries and the Middle East. Crunchyroll Games publishes Bleach Soul Resonance  in the U.S., Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Australia, New Zealand, and Latin America. Full Regional Break Down 

About A PLUS JAPAN INC.

A PLUS JAPAN INC. is a mobile game publisher with its headquarters in Tokyo and an office in Shanghai. The company’s mission is to bring fun and surprise to the world by combining its globally influential IP titles with its mobile game development ability to deliver compelling content to the world.

With its strong presence in publishing high-quality and innovative games, A PLUS JAPAN expects to expand beyond its publishing area with more upcoming titles and a new branch office in Singapore.

About Crunchyroll

Crunchyroll is the global anime brand that fuels fans’ love of anime. With the ambition to make anime an even bigger part of pop culture, Crunchyroll offers fans the ultimate anime experience and destination centered around a premium streaming service. Crunchyroll has the largest dedicated anime library, an immersive world of events, exciting theatrical releases, unique games, must-have merchandise, timely news, and more. Anime is for everyone and is accessible to stream across territories through Crunchyroll—whether on the go on mobile, through gaming consoles and big-screen devices at home, or on desktops anywhere.

Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between U.S.-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan’s Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group.

Grove Street Games’ Released Patch Enables Smooth Play on Switch 2 – Enhanced Frame Rate, Resolution, Shadows, & Anti-aliasing Included

SEATTLE, WA – October 15, 2025 – Studio Wildcard and development partner Grove Street Games announced that coming today is a major patch for ARK: Ultimate Survivor Edition, delivering full backward-compatibility and performance enhancements on Nintendo Switch 2. The patch enables smoother gameplay with improved frame rate and higher resolution, upgraded shadow quality and anti-aliasing quality, ensuring the definitive ARK experience on Nintendo’s new system. 

In ARK: The Ultimate Survivor Edition for Switch survivors can experience everything that ARK: Survival Evolved offers including the base game along with these huge Expansion Packs: Scorched Earth, Aberration, Extinction, and Genesis Parts 1 & 2. All updated and optimized with every improvement made since the launch of the base game, adding up to thousands of hours of gameplay!

Haven’t yet experienced ARK? Head to the Nintendo eShop now to pick up ARK: Ultimate Survivor Edition where everything ARK on Switch is 60% off.  

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+. For more info visit www.studiowildcard.com

About GROVE STREET GAMES
Located in Gainesville, FL, Grove Street Games has been an influential game developer since 2007. They have delighted fans of the world’s greatest games with bold interpretations on new platforms, and have delivered fresh and original games to millions of happy players. They have grown to be a leader in the industry because of their commitment to building incredible and accessible gaming experiences. Their games can be found worldwide across all major gaming devices, including consoles, PC, and mobile. www.grovestreetgames.com

Square Glade Games invites backers to kick back, craft, and chase sunsets as development enters its final stretch.

Macclesfield, UK – 15 October 2025. Developer Square Glade Games and publisher Silver Lining Interactive are thrilled to announce that their upcoming “cozyvival” adventure, Outbound, has officially reached over 1 million wishlists on Steam, a huge milestone that highlights the growing excitement for this laid-back survival road trip.

Launching in the first half of 2026 on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, Outbound blends the joy of cozy living with the freedom of open-world exploration. Starting with a simple camper van in a near-future utopia, players can customise their rolling home, live sustainably off-grid, and explore breathtaking biomes, solo or with friends, at their own pace.

As the team cruises toward the final stretch of development, closed beta playtests have now begun for Kickstarter Beta Edition and Alpha backers, with more than 3,400 supporters invited to test both single-player and multiplayer modes. This testing phase is a crucial opportunity for the community to help fine-tune gameplay and shape Outbound’s final form.

“Hitting one million wishlists is a dream come true,” said Marc Volger, co-founder of Square Glade Games. “Our community has been incredible from day one, and now, with our backers helping us test the game hands-on, we’re one big step closer to creating the cozy road-trip experience everyone’s been waiting for.”

Fans can still wishlist Outbound on Steam, PS5 & Xbox now to follow the journey and get the latest updates on upcoming play opportunities.

In Outbound, freedom is the destination:

• Build Your Dream Van – Expand, decorate, and personalise your camper to suit your vibe.
• Harvest Nature’s Power – Harness solar, wind, and water energy to fuel your off-grid lifestyle.
• Live Sustainably – Grow your own food, forage, and cook wholesome meals under open skies.
• Explore Together – Set out solo or road-trip with up to four friends in seamless co-op.
• Craft and Innovate – Research, refine, and create the tools to thrive wherever the road takes you.

With its blend of cozy creativity and survival adventure, Outbound is an open invitation to drop off the grid, take it slow, and rediscover the simple joy of the journey.

Outbound launches digitally on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam in the first half of 2026. Outbound is available to Wishlist on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam now. 

About Silver Lining Interactive

Silver Lining Interactive is a brand new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.

About Square Glade Games 

Square Glade Games is an independent game studio based in the Netherlands, founded by developers Tobi and Marc. Known for their debut title Above Snakes, which sold over 60,000 copies in its first six months, the studio combines technical expertise with a passion for immersive, stylised worlds. Their upcoming title, Outbound, became one of Steam’s top 25 most-wishlisted games following a successful Kickstarter campaign. Square Glade Games is committed to crafting unique experiences that blend creativity, technology, and community-driven development.