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JOURNEY UNDER THE STARS IN ATELIER RESLERIANA: THE RED ALCHEMIST & THE WHITE GUARDIAN, NOW AVAILABLE!

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A new illustration and details about the content of Season Pass were revealed!

Hertfordshire, 26th September 2025 – Today, KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Gust launched the latest title in the Atelier series, Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian, worldwide on PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™ and PC Windows via Steam®. To celebrate, a launch trailer and new illustration have been released, inviting all players to journey under the stars alongside new protagonists Rias and Slade.

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian Launch Trailer

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian follows the journey of Rias Eidreise, an adventurer with a talent for alchemy, and Slade Clauslyter, a young man capable of opening entrances to dimensional paths leading to alternate dimensions. The two heroes join forces in an attempt to discover the reason for the disappearance of the inhabitants of Hallfein, while also trying to follow in the footsteps of their loved ones and restore their hometown. During their journey, they will meet familiar faces from the Atelier series who will join their team including Sophie Nuenmuller, Razeluxe Meitzen, Totori Helmold, and Wilbell Voll-Ersleid.

Set in the universe of Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator, this new Atelier title will transport players to the continent of Lantarna where they can explore, gather ingredients for synthesis, and discover every secret corner, day or night, rain or shine. Players will also have the opportunity to explore multi-level dungeons known as “Dimensional Paths” where the structure will change randomly with each visit, allowing players to gather different ingredients and challenge new enemies depending on the difficulty level chosen.

Fights in Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian blend strategy with turn-based combat for strategic timeline command battles where action points and equipped items can be used to inflict damage and influence the timeline of characters’ turns, triggering consecutive turns for allies, and activating powerful unite attacks. By using ingredients gathered during exploration or combat, Rias will be able to synthesise various items during a process called “Gift Colour Synthesis” in which players connect the “Gift Colours” of the ingredients together to create new items. In addition to the traditional gameplay loop Atelier fans know and love, players can sell items they have synthesised via Rias’ shop. By visiting the Town Hall, “Star Landing”, money earned can be invested by completing requests and selling items in the five districts composing Hallfein, which will help to rebuild the town.

In celebration of the release of Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian, the first paid DLC for the game, the Gust Extra BGM Pack, has been released. More details about the content of the Season Pass have also been shared, including content of the three DLCs; the “Beginning of Summer Days” costume set, which includes six costumes* for playable characters, is expected to release November 2025. Upcoming Season Pass DLCs will introduce new playable characters** to the game by end of December 2025, as well as a brand-new high-difficulty dungeon*** by end of January 2026. Please note that some of the content can be purchased outside of the Season Pass. Be careful not to make duplicate purchases.

Aside from the standard version of the game, the Digital Deluxe Edition is also available and includes the base game, a selection of costumes for all playable characters, and a pack of items. Players can also purchase the Ultimate Edition which includes the Season Pass, the Season Pass purchase bonus (a collaborative costume with Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land for Rias and Slade), and the content from the Digital Deluxe Edition. Everyone who purchases either a physical or digital edition up to the first two weeks after release will receive the “Activewear Adventuring Set” for Rias and Slade, and the “Adventuring Charm Set” as early purchase bonus.

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian is now available on PlayStation®5, Nintendo Switch™ and Windows PC via Steam®. The game can be played as entirely offline adventure with no internet connection required (an internet connection is required to apply updates and additional content). The PlayStation® 4 version is not sold outside of Japan.

Atelier Resleriana: The Red Alchemist & the White Guardian includes Japanese voices with English texts only.

* One costume for each playable character: the “Bright Treasure” swimsuit costume for Rias, the “Ocean Hero” swimsuit costume for Slade, the “Street Aestus” swimsuit costume for Raze, the “Beachside Witch” swimsuit costume for Wilbell, the “Coral Fairy” swimsuit costume for Totori, and the “Sunset Relaxation” swimsuit costume for Sophie.

** The second paid DLC will introduce Resna and Valeria from Atelier Resleriana: Forgotten Alchemy and the Polar Night Liberator as playable characters. Once players progress up to a certain point, they will be able to add them to their party and enjoy their stories. *** The third paid DLC will add a recipe expansion pack, “The Essence of Alchemy” as well as a new high-difficulty dungeon, the “Backwards-Ticking Clock Workshop”.

ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warriors series, the fan-favourite NINJA GAIDEN and fighting entertainment title DEAD OR ALIVE. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of Gust, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com

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Spin Into Action: BEYBLADE X XONE Hits Nintendo Switch with a Content-Packed Physical Edition

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Get ready to battle, customise, and collect the ultimate Beyblade content – available December 12

September 26, 2025 – Publisher U&I Entertainment and developer FURYU Corporation, in partnership with BEYBLADE X IP licensors ADK Emotions NY Inc. and T-Licencing Inc. are thrilled to announce the physical release of BEYBLADE X XONE for Nintendo Switch on December 12, 2025. Fans of the BEYBLADE X series can now take the action anywhere and enjoy the most complete version of the game in a collectable cartridge.

Step into the stadium and unleash your Beys with signature features like the X-celerator Rail, Xtreme Dash, and the game’s original Active Gauge. Compete in The X Championship, face rivals, and master attacks, counters, and X Skills in thrilling battles designed to test every Blader’s skill.

What Makes the Physical Edition Special

This edition comes packed with exclusive digital content on the cartridge, including:

  • Digital Beybooster Vol. 1–3 – 9 additional Beys to expand your collection.
  • X-OVER BOOSTER – 7 legendary reprint Beys from the BEYBLADE series.
  • DRAN DECK DIGITAL BOOSTER – 3 customised DRAN Series Beys with Metal Coat.
  • DRAN DIGITAL COLOUR CHOICE BOOSTER – Extra BUSTER DRAN parts and blades for ultimate customisation.

With over 100 million possible combinations, fans can customise Beys, unleash X Skills, and battle online against players worldwide. This physical edition ensures you have everything you need to master The X, and it’s the perfect addition to any Beyblade fan’s collection.

BEYBLADE X XONE launches physically for Nintendo Switch on December 12, 2025, at an SRP of $39.99 / €44.99 / £39.99 via publishing and distribution partner U&I Entertainment. 

Pre-orders are open now at local retailers, so secure your copy today and be ready to spin, battle, and collect the ultimate Beyblade experience!

Ray tracing support for Enlisted

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Major graphics update, long-awaited map changes, new weapons and more

Gaijin Entertainment and Darkflow Software are pleased to announce that the “Scorching Rays” major content update is now available for the online military shooter Enlisted. It brings new weapons, vehicles and headgear, as well as significant upgrades to the Tunisia map, and of course — ray tracing support for the latest graphic cards.

The research tree has been expanded with interesting weapons like the Kawaguchiya shotgun (a double-barreled shotgun with a bayonet), and the iconic “Chicago Typewriter”, an M1921AC Thompson submachine gun with a 50-round drum magazine. New vehicles have also been added, the Churchill VII heavy tank with 152 mm of frontal armor, the Chi-Nu II with a powerful long 75 mm cannon, and the lightning fast Ki-83 interceptor. Players can also now get rewards from previous Battle Pass seasons, including rare weapons and vehicles, along with unique soldiers. The ability to get some of these is available until the 7th of October.

Ray tracing support greatly improves the visuals of the game by making lighting and reflections much more realistic. Various RT options can be enabled and disabled independently to allow for scaling performance for your specific GPU. Many more graphical details have also been added, like improved impact marks and explosion effects, plus other smaller details such as craters left by crashed aircraft and dirt on lenses. Finally, the “Kahif cave village” section of Tunisia has been completely overhauled, making the once desolate desert a blooming oasis. We’ve also improved the layout of the terrain to make it easier to navigate both on the outskirts and within the village.

More information on the update is available at the official Enlisted website

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

About Enlisted
Enlisted is a squad-based first person MMO shooter covering key battles from World War II. The game carefully recreates weapons, military  vehicles and the atmosphere of that era, while demonstrating really massive clashes of numerous soldiers, tanks and aircraft with artillery and naval support. Enlisted is available on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. Official website: https://enlisted.net

Xbox Announces Pre-Orders and Pricing for ROG Xbox Ally Handhelds

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Today, Xbox announced that pre-orders for the ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally begin today (September 26) in select regions through the Microsoft Store, ASUS eshop, and select global retailers ahead of launching globally on October 16. Check out when and where preorders for the ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally will be available globally here, as well as their price here. Note that pricing may vary by region and will be announced locally as pre-orders go live. 

With these devices, we aim to deliver a new era for handheld gaming that empowers players to bring games from Xbox, Battle.net, and other leading PC storefronts with them, anywhere they go.

The ROG Xbox Ally X and ROG Xbox Ally unite the best of ASUS, Xbox, and Windows to create a first-of-its-kind portable experience, featuring several new and first-of-their kind features—from an immersive Xbox full screen experience, an aggregated gaming library with access to installed games from leading PC storefronts, and more.

With support for Xbox Play Anywhere, Xbox Game Pass, Xbox Cloud Gaming, and Xbox Remote Play, the Xbox Ally lineup makes it easier than ever to take your library on the go—whether you’re at home, traveling, or anywhere in between.

For additional information on the ROG Xbox Ally handhelds, including accessories now available for preorder, check out the Xbox Wire post here

ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X Now Available for Pre-Order

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Designed in partnership with Xbox, these exceptional gaming handhelds offer incredible gen-on-gen performance gains

KEY POINTS

  • Pre-Order now: Pre-orders for ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X start at 11:00 a.m. AEST on September 26, 2025. 
  • Serious gen-on-gen performance: AMD Ryzen™ AI Z2 Extreme and Z2 A processors offer exceptional gaming experiences and battery life improvements

Sydney, Australia, September 26, 2025 — ASUSRepublic of Gamers (ROG) today announced that pre-orders for the new ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X gaming handhelds will begin in select markets including Australia at 11:00 am (AEST) on September 26, 2025.

Developed in partnership with Xbox, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X offer exceptional ergonomics, full-screen experience, and other standout features that marry the best of console and PC gaming in a cohesive package. 

Launching globally on October 16, the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X are tailored to match individual playstyles. Pricing for each device is as per below: 

  • The ROG Xbox Ally, the essential handheld for the casual player to the avid enthusiast, will be available for AUD $999 (MSRP). 
  • The ROG Xbox Ally X, the ultimate high-performance handheld built for the most demanding players, will be available for AUD$1,599 (MSRP).

Pre-orders are available through the Microsoft Store, ASUS e-Shop, and participating retailers

The ROG Xbox Ally is powered by an AMD Ryzen™ Z2 A Processor that delivers incredible energy efficiency, while the ROG Xbox Ally X boasts the new AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor for next-level performance in AAA titles. Both devices offer significant gen-on-gen improvements over the previous ROG Ally, giving gamers the best handheld Windows 11 gaming experiences available. 

For more product details, please visit  ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X

Pre-Order now

Gamers in select regions can pre-order the ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X from 11:00 a.m. (AEST) on September 26, 2025. With unmatched ergonomics, a full-screen experience familiar to both console and Windows 11 gamers, an aggregated gaming library with access to installed games from leading PC storefronts, and more, these devices offer top-tier gaming performance and flexibility at a competitive price. 

Serious gen-on-gen performance

The ROG Xbox Ally X features the new AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor for a perfect balance of performance and battery life. Combined with software optimisations from Xbox and Windows, the ROG Xbox Ally X delivers next-gen handheld performance. 

During testing on pre-release hardware, the ROG Xbox Ally X delivered up to 30% performance increase(1) in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle and Doom: The Dark Ages compared to the previous-generation ROG Ally X. The battery endurance of the ROG Xbox Ally X gives it up to twice the battery life when playing Hollow Knight: Silksong.(2). As for the ROG Xbox Ally, performance is boosted up to 20% in Forza Horizon 5 and Gears of War: Reloaded(3), and has up to 110% more battery life versus ROG Ally X.(4)Both the AMD Ryzen AI Z2 Extreme Processor and the AMD Ryzen Z2 A Processor are primed to take advantage of Radeon’s latest software suite for graphical and performance improvements, including AMD FidelityFX™ Super Resolution (FSR), Radeon Super Resolution (RSR), and AMD Fluid Motion Frames (AFMF) frame generation, with the latter offering up to 60% better frame rates for improved smoothness.

 In a nod to the future, the ROG Xbox Ally X includes an onboard NPU. While the current use of AI features in games is limited, these next-generation chips ensure the ROG Xbox Ally X will be ready when these enhancements roll out in the latest games. 

The ROG Xbox Ally series offers the power of Xbox, the craftsmanship of ROG, and the versatility of Windows all in one cohesive device.  

Availability & Pricing

ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X are now available for pre-order. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.

Model NameROG Xbox AllyROG Xbox Ally X
SKU CodeRC73YA-NH002WRC73XA-NH011W
MSRPAUD $999AUD $1,599
Participating RetailersASUS e-ShopASUS e-Shop
JB HiFiJB HiFi
Harvey Norman 
Officeworks 
The Good Guys 
EB Games 
The Gamesmen 
Centre Com 
Scorptec 
JW 
PLE 
Computer Alliance 
Mwave
Big W 

(1) Tested in Indiana Jones and the Great Circle & Doom: The Dark Ages. Gameplay: 1080p, In-game default setting. Operating mode: Turbo, plugged in (AC) and on battery (DC).

(2) Tested in Hollow Knight: Silksong, 720p, FPS limit: 60, In-game graphics: low. Operating mode: Silent. The above comparison data is based on ROG Xbox Ally X (RC73XA, AMD Ryzen™ AI Z2 Extreme processor & 80Wh battery) vs. ROG Ally X (RC72LA, AMD Ryzen™ Z1 Extreme processor & 80Wh battery).

(3) Tested in Forza Horizon 5 and Gears of War: Reloaded. Gameplay: 720p, FPS limit: 60, In-game default settings. Operating mode: Performance, plugged in (AC) and on battery (DC)

(4) Tested in Hollow Knight: Silksong (720p, FPS limit: 60, in-game graphics: Low; operating mode: Silent) and Forza Horizon 5 (720p, FPS limit: 60, in-game default settings; operating mode: Performance)The above comparison data is based on ROG Xbox Ally (RC73YA, AMD Ryzen™ Z2 A processor & 60Wh battery) vs. ROG Ally (RC71L, AMD Ryzen™ Z1 processor & 40Wh battery). 

About ROG

Republic of Gamers (ROG) is an ASUS sub-brand dedicated to creating the world’s best gaming hardware and software. Formed in 2006, ROG offers a complete line of innovative products known for performance and quality, including motherboards, graphics cards, system components, laptops, desktops, monitors, smartphones, audio equipment, routers, peripherals and accessories. ROG participates in and sponsors major international gaming events. ROG gear has been used to set hundreds of overclocking records and it continues to be the preferred choice of gamers and enthusiasts around the world. To become one of those who dare, learn more about ROG at http://rog.asus.com.

Funbag Fantasy 4 Releases on MangaGamer and Steam!

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The most epic installment of the franchise to date!

TOKYO – September 25th, 2025 – MangaGamer has released the fourth installment of Waffle’s Funbag Fantasy franchise, Funbag Fantasy 4 – Brother Astor, on the MangaGamer store and Steam! Those who purchase the title during launch can save 10%. 

Promotional Website
MangaGamer Store Page
Steam Page

The most epic installment of the franchise to date, Funbag Fantasy 4 -Brother Astor- is set in an alternative 13th century, 400 years earlier than the events of the first game.

This world, modeled after Eastern Europe, sets the stage for a story that takes place in the Kingdom of Litovia. Its protagonist is a follower of the Church of the Eastern Rood, a religion kindred to the Church of the Holy Rood from previous titles.

Key Features:

  • Five busty heroines to choose from!
  • An epic prequel to the original Funbag Fantasy written by series creator Kagami Hiroyuki!

Medieval society was divided into three orders: the men of prayer, the men of war, and the men of the plow.

The Kingdom of Litovia, located in East-Central Eurodia, was bordered by two powers: the northerly Kingdom of Armekia, and the Confederation of Minotaur Tribes in the Labyrinth Forest, both of which put great pressure on Litovia.

As the humans began clearing land for civilization, raids and pillages by the minotaurs increased. The Kingdom of Litovia attempted to subjugate the minotaurs with force, but suffered a great defeat… and despite efforts at reconciliation, raids and pillages continued.

The Litovians also proposed an alliance against the minotaurs with its northern neighbor, the Kingdom of Armekia, but the answer that came back was an overbearing one.

”We’ll help you if the queen of Litovia becomes my wife.”

Such a marriage would mean that the nation of Litovia would have to collectively convert from the Church of the Eastern Rood to the Church of the Holy Rood. The Litovians could not accept this.

Moreover, due to the minotaur raids, Litovian military strength in its border regions was greatly reduced, forcing the queen of Litovia to make a painful choice as to whether to tax her subjects to the bone and buy peace with money… or to reinforce the border garrisons, despite the lack of available manpower. Therefore, she turned to a last and most desperate resort, ordering the monasteries near the border to organize their own garrisons to defend themselves.

One of the monasteries that received this order was called Berensch, and among the monks who lived there was our protagonist, Astor.

For more information on Funbag Fantasy 4, and other titles from MangaGamer, be sure to join the discussion on Discord or follow MangaGamer on BlueskyTwitter and Facebook. You can also check out their blog for comments from the staff and other featured articles!

ABOUT MANGAGAMER.COM
MangaGamer.com is the world’s biggest publisher of English translated Visual Novels. Since its launch in July 2008, it has offered services where fans can download and enjoy popular Visual Novels such as 07th Expansion’s Higurashi When They Cry series,Alicesoft’s infamous Rance series, and Novectacle’s critically acclaimed The House in Fata Morgana right from their homes.

MILESTONE PRESENTS STRIKE FORCE ROMANDA JAPANESE IDOLS HIT THE STREETS IN SCREAMER

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Sydney, Australia, September 26, 2025 – Milestone have lifted the curtain on another key contender in Screamer: Strike Force Romanda is the second team to be revealed in the lead-up to the game’s launch. Once one of Japan’s most successful pop groups, the trio has taken on the challenge in the streets of Neo Rey to win back worldwide attention and captivate new audiences with their trademark style,  a flashing mix of colours, fashion, and dynamic energy.

Ritsuko Imai, the band’s main singer and composer, leads the team with the same determination that made her a star, despite hiding deep fragilities beneath a sparkling public image. By her side is the young Hina Yamano, impulsive and rebellious, always ready to push the group in bold new directions, while Akane Hyuga, one of the band’s founders, serves as the steady hand and strategic mind of the group.

Beyond reclaiming their place in the spotlight, Strike Force Romanda are driven by a motivation that goes far beyond fame and glory. As players dive into the Screamer Tournament, they’ll discover the team’s journey is indeed fuelled by deeply personal reasons.

Scheduled for release in 2026, Screamer will be available for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

About Milestone

Founded in Milan in 1996, Milestone is one of the leading and longest-established racing game developers and publishers in the world. The +300 people team is responsible for hit series like MotoGP™, Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame, the acclaimed Hot Wheels Unleashed™, as well as its own IP, RIDE. For more information, please visit https://milestone.it/

Dancing with Ghosts Debuts Steam Next Fest Demo

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ToeJam and Earl Developer’s Dancing with Ghosts Debuts Steam Next Fest Demo During Indie Fan Fest, Kickstarter to Launch Oct. 7

Dancing with Ghosts, the life-sim about finding joy from grief from legendary game developer Greg Johnson’s HumaNature Studios, launches its first playable demo today as part of Indie Fan Fest ahead of Steam Next Fest.

Play the demo here

Kickstarter launches Tuesday, Oct. 7

After losing her parents, 15-year-old Mai meets Pim, a ghost residing in the Thai river village they both call home. Help Pim recover her lost memories of life by helping villagers and earning good Karma. Advance the story through minigames, sketching, and dancing, of course!

Dancing with Ghosts was inspired by personal tragedy in the life of Greg Johnson (ToeJam and Earl, the Starflight series, and Doki-Doki Universe), and the culture and traditions of his Thai family. Johnson aimed to represent through gameplay the Thai concept of thamboon – committing good deeds to relieve suffering and lift spirits.

Play Dancing with GhostsSteam Next Fest demo today on Steam for PC ahead of the PC and Nintendo Switch in 2026. A Kickstarter campaign to support the game will go live on Tuesday, Oct. 7. For more information on Dancing with Ghosts, follow HumaNature Studios on Bluesky, Twitter and Facebook.

About HumaNature Studios
HumaNature Studios was founded in 2006 by veteran game designer Greg Johnson, lead designer on classic titles Starflight and ToeJam and Earl, who has also collaborated with game luminaries like Will Wright and major Hollywood studios like DreamWorks. The studio is the creative force behind Doki-Doki Universe, ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove, and Kimono Cats and aims to build charming and playful games that appeal to non-gamers and help people connect with others in expressive and creative ways

Comedy Horror Puzzler Riddlewood Manor Makes Childhood Cartoons Spooky on Oct. 22

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LOS ANGELES — Sept. 25, 2025 — Riddlewood Manor, the comedy horror puzzle adventure set in a murderous haunted house developed by Peanut Button, creaks open the front door of PC via Steam on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. 

The sinister secrets of the Riddlewood family legacy lie strewn throughout the halls of their haunted estate. However, there’s…kind of a problem: the house attempts to kill all who enter. Doors slam shut, chains rattle in the dark, and ghosts appear and disappear into thin air. Beware the trailing giggles coming from the possessed doll Suzie, ringing out from locked rooms. But not all sounds imply imminent death — perhaps that poor, hungry specter just wants a bountiful breakfast instead?

Survive an unpredictable series of comedy-fueled, atmospheric escape rooms brought to unlife in hand-drawn animation, all from a fully-controllable 360° first-person perspective. Analyze all angles and deduce thoughtful solutions to puzzles telling the story of what befell the Riddlewoods. Be wary not to let your gaze wander: jump scares lurk around every corner, with optional warnings available.

Discover the Riddlewood family’s forgotten fate with the help of found friends. Encounter eccentric dragons, egg-laying chickens, and other creatures nestled around the abandoned manor that can help brave adventurers escape the house unscathed. Make the wrong choice with the right items and you may find yourself resurrected outside by a merry band of chanting monks. Who said chivalry was dead?

“For Riddlewood Manor, we really wanted to bring back the nostalgic feeling of Saturday morning cartoons,” said Asaf Geva, co-founder of Peanut Button. “Creepy comedy fuels our eerie atmosphere. We crafted meaningful puzzles inspired by Rusty Lake and merged them with the fun absurdity often found in shows like Courage the Cowardly Dog,” said Co-Founder Eyal Geva. “It’s the kind of comedy you need to turn the lights out for.”

Riddlewood Manor resurrects the spirit of beloved 90s cartoons on PC via Steam on Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025 for $14.99 USD. Languages available at launch include English, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Simplified Chinese, Italian, Dutch, and Hebrew. 

For more information, follow the game on X/Twitter and TikTok, check out Peanut Button’s official website, and follow the official pages on X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Join the growing Discord community trying to unravel the truth behind the Riddlewood family’s forgotten fate. 

About Peanut Button

Peanut Button is an independent games studio founded by brothers Asaf and Eyal Geva in 2019. Their creative collaboration began in their youth and transformed into VR and game design in their adulthood. They’re dedicated to designing weird-yet-warm experiences that offer as much fun as they do heart and soul. Peanut Button delivers funny stories through well-designed puzzles with thoughtful solutions meant to provide players with experiences they will remember fondly for years.

Best-selling RPG Wartales Expands with Contract: The Fief DLC, Launching on PC Today

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Reign over a growing fiefdom, seamlessly integrated into Wartales’ base gameplay experience

BORDEAUX, France – 26 Sept. 2025 – Wartales, the medieval open-world tactical RPG with more than one million units sold from developer Shiro Games, presents sellswords with a glorious opportunity to rule as a lord while continuing their main campaigns in Contract: The Fief DLC, launching today on PC via Steam and GOG. 

Establish governance over a lawless domain by passing policies, significantly impacting the lives of subjects. Expand the fief district by district and manage essential needs such as food, defense, comfort, and education. Watch new population types peasants, nobles, scholars, and clergy, each vying for influence and control.

Rule with benevolence or tyranny, shaping the fiefdom’s culture and political alignments towards erudition, militarism, commerce, or criminality. Establish long-term influence in the world with this new persistent experience that fuses seamlessly into Wartales’ main campaign.

Contract: The Fief DLC introduces a layer of progression into Wartales, a long-awaited and requested feature from our fans,” said Quentin Lapeyre, Game Director at Shiro Games. “During each rest cycle, sellswords turned lords must produce and manage resources to meet the evolving needs of their population, adding an additional dynamic element to their mercenary campaign.”

Contract: The Fief DLC is available now on PC via Steam and GOG for $12.99 / €12.99 / £10.99 with an additional 10% launch discount for 14 days. The DLC includes English, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Polish, Portuguese (Brazil), Russian, Simplified Chinese, and Korean language support. 

For more information about Wartales, please visit the official website and follow the game on X/Twitter, Facebook, or Discord

About Shiro Games 

Shiro Games is an independent Bordeaux-based studio founded by video game veterans Sebastien Vidal and Nicolas Cannasse to bring new innovative games to life. Based in Bordeaux, France, the studio released its first project Evoland in 2013 and its acclaimed sequel Evoland 2 in 2015. Shiro Games then launched its popular Viking strategy game Northgard on Steam in 2018, which has gone on to sell more than 3 million units across various platforms as well as Dune: Spice Wars, the spice-infused blend of 4X and RTS gameplay. Wartales is their latest title, with several major DLC additions since its release in April 2023.