ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition Includes the Shadow of the Erdtree Expansion, along with New Starting Classes, All-New Character Armor and Customization Options for Torrent, Players’ Faithful Spectral Steed

Beginning on 28 August this year, the Lands Between and the Realm of Shadow come to life on the Nintendo Switch 2™ in ELDEN RING™ Tarnished Edition. The open world action RPG from FromSoftware Inc. and Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. drops players in a vast, dark fantasy world as imagined by Hidetaka Miyazaki, creator of the DARK SOULS® video game series, and George R.R. Martin, author of The New York Times’ best-selling fantasy series, “A Song of Ice and Fire.” ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition will include the acclaimed expansion Shadow of the Erdtree, featuring an epic new adventure expanding on the story of the original. The title also features brand new content including two new Starting Classes for players to choose along with new character armor and the ability to customize Torrent, players’ faithful Spectral Steed. ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition is coming 28 August to Nintendo Switch 2, and the new content will also be available to purchase for PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, XBOX One, XBOX Series X|S, and PC via Steam®.

The original ELDEN RING received more than 400 “Game of the Year” nominations and sold 30 million units worldwide. With ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition, Nintendo players will soon be able to experience the incredible journey to become the Elden Lord. Face off against overwhelming challenges, sprawling environments, and danger at every turn in this open-world action RPG. Players will chart their own path in the vast and seamless world of the Lands Between, on foot or riding Torrent, their trusted Spectral Steed.

Also included in ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition is the ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree expansion.  Expanding on the story of the original game, players embark on a new adventure full of mysteries and danger, setting off on a terrifying journey where they will confront threatening bosses and discover new gear, abilities, weapons and armor. Following in the footsteps of Miquella, the once tarnished legions who rose to Elden Lord may now need to leave their grace behind, as they unravel the sinister dark side of theELDEN RING story.

For more information about ELDEN RING Tarnished Edition & other titles from Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu.

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About Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S. 

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is a leading global publisher, developer, and distributor of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.

Producing intellectual property for a global audience, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, and production capabilities of Reflector Entertainment.

Based in Lyon, France, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is known for bringing many of the entertainment industry’s top franchises such as PAC-MAN™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, ACE COMBAT™, DARK SOULS™, and ELDEN RING™ to EMEA and ANZ markets.

For more information, please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu
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LOS ANGELES – JUNE 4, 2026 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, has announced a new update for its action game Solo Leveling: ARISE. Players can look forward to experiencing a new hunter, expanded story content, new dungeons, and various in-game events.

The update adds SSR hunter Liu Zhigang, a Fire-type Elemental Buster known for his stylish combat style that alternates between a sword and dao. His skills include “Hidden Dragon,” a technique where he swings his sword and dao powerfully from side to side; “Skyborne Dragon,” a move that sends him leaping into the air with an upward slash before delivering a powerful downward strike; and “Fire Dragon Ascension,” a skill that lets him absorb the power of a dragon to gain immense strength.

New story content has also been added, with Chapters 32 through 34 now available on Hard and Reverse Hard difficulties. Players can also explore the newly added Story Codex, where they can view webtoon scenes and illustrations from cleared main story chapters in one place.

Additional content includes the new dungeon “The First Land,” the new Remnant Power from Legia, two new Wind-type SSR weapons – “Soma & Asura” and “Moonlit Gale” – as well as eight new Surtur’s Flame artifact armor and accessory items.

Multiple in-game events are now available to celebrate the update. Players can participate in three “On the Road to the 3rd Anniversary!” events, the “2nd Anniversary Celebration! Artifact Crafting & Modification Event,” and Challenge Events to earn a variety of rewards by playing the game.

Solo Leveling: ARISE is an action game adaptation of the hit webtoon, Solo Leveling. Taking on the role of Jinwoo, players can experience his journey through the beloved webtoon tale firsthand, leveling up, taking on dynamic battles, and creating their own combat styles by selecting various combinations of skills and weapons. Not only can players team up with hunters from the webtoon, they can summon their own “Army of Shadows” with the iconic phrase: “Arise.”

Please visit the official website, X, Facebook, Instagram, Discord, and official YouTube channel to stay up-to-date with the latest information about Solo Leveling: ARISE.

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.

Fans worldwide can experience The World’s Game like never before with the latest international football update, available at no additional cost* in EA SPORTS FC™ 26 and EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile.

Plus, fans yet to jump into the action in EA SPORTS FC™ 26 can pick up The World’s Game Edition to receive a Gold Starting XI Pack and three untradeable Player Picks.

As the summer of international football begins, EA SPORTS FC™ brings fans closer to the drama, intensity, and passion of global competition with The World’s Game Update, available now at no additional cost in EA SPORTS FC™ 26 and EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile. History is playable in EA SPORTS FC™, as fans can play, celebrate, and engage with football culture across multiple modes in an experience inspired by the global game.

WATCH THE WORLD’S GAME TRAILER FEATURING JUDE BELLINGHAM, ENDRICK, PEDRI, WESTON MCKENNIE, ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIĆ, AND DAVID BECKHAM

With 53 fully licensed national teams, including 41 qualified nations such as England, Germany, Mexico, Canada, USA, Uruguay, Korea Republic, Saudi Arabia, Australia, and more, The World’s Game gives fans the opportunity to lead their nation to glory, create their own football lore, and rewrite history. Newly announced licensing partnerships with Brazil, Turkey, Spain, and Portugal further enhance in-game authenticity, allowing players to represent some of the world’s most iconic footballing nations with official kits, crests, and player likenesses.

“I’m excited for fans to be able to cheer us on and stay connected to the team through The World’s Game” said England Midfielder and FC 26 Cover Star Jude Bellingham. “I know the game holds a special place in everyone’s heart during these moments, and that fans all over the globe and back home will be playing along throughout the tournament. I’m really grateful for their support as we compete this summer.”

“Representing Brazil on the global stage is something that I’ve dreamed of since I was a kid. To wear the national team shirt and see myself in FC 26 and FC Mobile is incredible,” said Brazil forward Endrick. “It’s a special opportunity for me and for fans worldwide to connect with their national teams in EA SPORTS FC, and I hope they enjoy The World’s Game as much as I enjoy playing for Brazil.”

The EA SPORTS FC 26 update introduces a new 48-team standalone tournament mode that follows the journey from the Group Stage through the Knockout Rounds, culminating in the final. One-off international matchups will also be playable in Kick Off, allowing players to choose from 60 nations and create their own international football stories.

EA SPORTS FC™ 26: THE WORLD’S GAME EDITION
For fans who have yet to jump into the action on console or PC, they can kick off the summer of international football with EA SPORTS FC™ 26: The World’s Game Edition, featuring a Gold Starting XI Pack and three untradeable Player Picks from select EA SPORTS FC™ 26 FUT™ campaigns.

The World’s Game Edition includes:

• 3,000 Season Points
  • Receive 3,000 Season Points for use in the FC Season Pass
• One Gold Starting XI Pack (rated 84 OVR or higher, with at least one guaranteed 86+ rated player)
  • Contains 1 Goalkeeper, 4 Defenders, 3 Midfielders, and 3 Attackers. All Items are untradeable
• 1 of 5 Elite Campaign Player Pick (untradeable)
  • Choose from 1 of 5 Elite Campaign Players rated 90–93 OVR, from a selection of EA SPORTS FC™ 26 FUT™ campaigns §
• 1 of 5 ICONs or Heroes Player Pick (untradeable)
  • Choose from 1 of 5 ICONs or Heroes, rated 90–94 OVR from a selection of EA SPORTS FC™ 26 FUT™ campaigns §§ 
• 1 of 12 International TOTS Player Pick (untradeable)
  • Choose from 1 of 12 International Team of the Season Players rated up to 95 OVR §§§

HISTORY IS PLAYABLE IN FC 26 FOOTBALL ULTIMATE TEAM AND CAREER
The World’s Game Update celebrates one of football’s greatest talents, Pelé. Fans who log in to Ultimate Team during the Festival of Football event will receive a 93 OVR Festival of Football ICON Pelé and three ‘Choose Your Journey’ Evolutions** celebrating his international achievements in 1970.

International football also arrives in FC 26 Football Ultimate Team™ as the new Journey of Nations introduces an Event Hub for the Festival of Football Season. Travelling across all five continents, fans can return each week for new campaigns, earning rewards inspired by iconic players, historic nations, and emerging stars from every region.

Alongside The World’s Game Update, Football Ultimate Team™ in FC 26 introduces new Tokens tied to events and campaigns, offering greater choice over how fans play and what they earn, completing challenges and redeeming themed rewards in a dedicated store.

The World’s Game Update also extends to FC 26 Manager Career through the addition of the International Men’s Tournament, following the same structure and rules as ‘The World’s Game’ mode. Player Career also benefits from Festival of Football-themed ICONs and Heroes, new Manager Live Challenges, and Season Objectives tied to national teams.

Read the FC 26 Pitch Notes for more information on what’s coming to FC 26 with The World’s Game update. For more information on EA SPORTS FC™ 26, please visit easports.com/fc26. Stay up-to-date on all upcoming news and announcements for EA SPORTS FC on our social channels.

PLAY THE WORLD’S GAME ANYWHERE ON FC MOBILE
In EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile, players can compete for international glory with the new fully immersive Tournament Mode. ‘The World’s Game’ Tournament features more than 50 national teams to choose from, with each team matchday-ready featuring national kits, team history, star ratings, flag-themed Player Items, and ICONs and Heroes.

The World’s Game Update for FC Mobile also introduces Quick Match, letting players create a dedicated game room and share the code for a seamless, fast setup with friends or new challengers. Choose from your personal squad, or any club or national team, as you compete in Head-to-Head or VS Attack modes.

See more information available in the FC Mobile The World’s Game Update Patch Notes. For more news and information on EA SPORTS FC™ Mobile, stay tuned to the official website and social channels across Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube. Download the game on the App Store and Google Play Store to play Anywhere For the Club.

*Requires base game (sold separately) and internet connection. EA Account and/or platform may also be required.
**Conditions & restrictions apply. See ea.com/games/ea-sports-fc/fc-26/game-disclaimers for details.
§ Picks pulled from Knockout Royalty, Fantasy FC, FUT Birthday, Answer the Call and UEFA Road to the Final.
§§ Picks pulled from Knockout Royalty, Fantasy FC, FUT Birthday and Trophy Titans.
§§§ Picks include 1 player from each of; Argentina, Brazil, Canada, England, France, Germany, Mexico, Netherlands, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Spain, USA

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: EA) is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers.

In fiscal year 2026, EA posted GAAP net revenue of approximately $7.5 billion. Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognized for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS FC™, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL, EA SPORTS™ College Football, Need for Speed™, Dragon Age™, Titanfall™, Plants vs. Zombies™ and EA SPORTS F1 ®. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.

EA, EA SPORTS, EA SPORTS FC, Battlefield, Need for Speed, Apex Legends, The Sims, Dragon Age, Titanfall, and Plants vs. Zombies are trademarks of Electronic Arts Inc. John Madden, NFL, and F1 are the property of their respective owners and used with permission.

• FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition to be released exclusively on Netflix Games on 11 June, coinciding with the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026™
• Fans can play as any of this year’s 48 participating teams using their mobile phone as a controller, with all 16 tournament stadiums featured
• Included with a Netflix Games membership at no additional cost, creating a simple and accessible way for fans to engage with the competition

As outlined in FIFA’s recent Digital Football Strategy communication [add hyperlink], FIFA and Netflix Games are bringing fans closer to the tournament through FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, a new football gaming experience.

Designed to capture the excitement, emotion and universal appeal of the biggest
single-sport event on the planet, FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition offers a streamlined football simulation experience – accessible for players with varying levels of skill and experience – that enables supporters to step onto the virtual pitch and create their own FIFA World Cup™ story from the opening day of the global extravaganza.

Available through Netflix Games at no additional cost to members, the game allows players to represent any of the 48 teams set to contest the FIFA World Cup 2026, compete at all 16 tournament stadiums and take control of more than 1,200 players who could line up at the event.

The game is another example of FIFA’s updated digital football strategy to make it easier than ever for audiences around the world to engage with football in different formats and the FIFA World Cup.

In FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, your phone is the controller and your TV is the stadium. Fans can launch the game on a smart TV, scan the QR code with a phone, and be swiping to shoot and pass in seconds. Even someone who’s never touched a video game can feel the rush of scoring the match-winning goal.

FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition has been designed to deliver seamless, shared fun, allowing up to four players to compete together regardless of their gaming experience. Whether seeking to replicate iconic tournament moments or creating new ones, fans can savour the drama of FIFA’s flagship men’s competition in a simple and intuitive format.

Inspired by the opening whistle of a FIFA World Cup match, this initial release focuses on immediate gameplay and ease of access, as well as marking the beginning of a broader journey. Updates to the FIFA World Cup title are set to introduce additional depth and new features in the future.

The roll-out reflects FIFA’s continued commitment to exploring innovative ways to connect with fans and expand engagement with football beyond the pitch. By bringing together the global reach of the FIFA World Cup and the accessibility of Netflix Games, FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition creates a new opportunity for supporters to celebrate the tournament and feel like part of the action.

FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition will be available exclusively on Netflix Games from 11 June.  

Step into the paws of Doctor Shiberson – a shiba inu cartographer with endless curiosity and no intention of believing in talking fish. Fish & Hike launches into Early Access on June 4, 2026, inviting players into the serene and mysterious Eight Lakes Valley

June 4th, Cracow, Poland. Available globally on Steam, Fish & Hike is a cozy adventure game in which players take on the role of Doctor Shiberson – a renowned shiba inu cartographer – arriving in the picturesque Eight Lakes Valley for a well-deserved holiday. What begins as a peaceful trip full of fishing, hiking, and sketching shorelines quickly reveals something far more extraordinary.

Get the game from Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/4143100/Fish__Hike/) for $6.99 with a 10% discount to celebrate the release.

With eight lakes, fifteen caves, four distinct biomes, charming animal NPCs, and a cartoonish art style that radiates warmth and humour, Fish & Hike is an Early Access adventure for players of all ages.

About Fish & Hike

Fish & Hike is a cozy adventure-fishing game set in the breathtaking Eight Lakes Valley. Players explore a world of four distinct biomes – from sunny lakeside meadows and forest trails to muddy swamps and subterranean caves – as Doctor Shiberson pieces together the mystery of a forgotten civilisation, catches legendary talking fish, and discovers that a peaceful holiday can sometimes become the expedition of a lifetime.

Fishing

Fishing sits at the heart of the game. Players will sail out and choose their fishing spots based on special highlights visible upon the surface of the water – and cast their lines. Each catch triggers a minigame: a circular active gauge must be managed carefully, with the challenge scaling on the fish’s strength and temperament. Rod power, reel speed, and line durability all affect the fishing experience, making gear upgrades feel impactful to the gameplay.

Different species of fish appear at different times of day and in different locations – dawn may favour one catch, while midnight favours another. Players will consult the in-game Fish Atlas to plan their trips. And occasionally, a legendary Golden Fish may rise from the depths – though not as a trophy, but as an NPC with quests and knowledge on hidden artifacts of the Valley.

Hiking

Part of the game also unfolds on land across four biomes:

• A lush lakeside meadow
• A muddy swamp, 
• A desert oasis
• A subterranean cave system

Each location is filled with its own creatures, ingredients, and secrets. Players will gather crafting materials, uncover hidden treasures, solve puzzles, and discover the history of the ancient Pueblo civilization.

Combat

Some biomes may be home to creatures itching for a fight, but still, Fish & Hike’s combat is a casual and playful experience, lacking graphic violence and remaining stress-free throughout the entire game. Players may choose from six weapons (from a simple Stick to the legendary Sword of Destiny), and face off against three enemy archetypes:

• Melee
• Ranged
• Flying

There are also stackable stat bonuses available to everyone via rings, crafted potions, and food from Perchville.

Crafting, Economy, and Perchville

Resources from fishing (including salvaged trash and rare dredged artifacts), hiking, and combat feed into a crafting system producing bait, potions, and equipment. A recycling machine converts junk into base materials. The Beaver’s shop in Perchville handles boat and rod upgrades; the Bear shopkeeper stocks food and recipes. Reputation – earned through quests, trophy catches, and cleaning up pollution – unlocks new NPC interactions and story content for the players to experience.

Environmental Mission

Clean water means more fish. Players will be able to fish out lake trash, clean litter on land, and process waste at the recycling machine for in-game rewards. Environmental stewardship directly builds Reputation in Perchville, unlocking new quests and storylines. The health of the valley is in the player’s hands.

Main Quest & Progression

The overarching goal is to catch four legendary Golden Fish – each a talking NPC who reveals the location of an ancient Pueblo artifact hidden somewhere in the valley. Placing these artifacts in the slots of the hilltop Temple of Obelisks restores it across four visible stages, ultimately summoning the Fish King – the true ruler of all the lakes – for a memorable endgame encounter.

Fish & Hike comes with an exciting set of features:

• Arcade fishing minigame with gear-dependent difficulty, time-of-day mechanics, and species-specific bait
• Four legendary Golden Fish NPCs who speak, give quests, and guide players to ancient hidden treasures
• 8 lakes, 15 caves, and 4 distinct biomes to explore across the Eight Lakes Valley
• Dual gameplay across water (fishing, boating, salvaging) and land (hiking, traversal, exploration)
• Casual PEGI 7 combat: 6 weapons, 3 enemy archetypes, and stackable stat bonuses
• Crafting system: bait, potions, and weapons from dozens of foraged and salvaged resources
• Eco mission: fish out lake trash and clean up the valley to improve the environment and boost reputation
• Perchville hub town that grows with the player’s reputation and quest completion
• Dynamic time-of-day system (Morning, Day, Evening, Night) affecting fish spawns and NPC schedules
• In-game Fish Atlas documenting the habits and lore of every species
• Unique 3D visual style with hand-drawn UI elements and warm, humorous tone
• Full main storyline available from Early Access launch – all biomes and fish accessible from day one

Early Access

Fish & Hike launches into Early Access on June 4, 2026, with the full main storyline and all four biomes playable from day one. The team plans to spend several months gathering player feedback and expanding the game, with a v1.0 release targeted for later in 2026.

Planned additions during Early Access include:

• Capybaras
• Expanded side activities and additional content
• Full character progression system and item statistics
• Racing levels
• Pollution system
• Shrines tied to collected artifacts

Player feedback gathered through Discord and the Steam forums will directly shape balance, content priorities, and the game’s final form.

About Frozen Way

Frozen Way is a game development studio and publisher based in Cracow, Poland. You may know them from co-creating House Flipper along with its Pets DLC, Farm DLC, Dine Out DLC, and House Flipper Party Furniture Pack, as well as developing and releasing House Flipper VR and House Flipper Remastered Collection. They have also co-released Builder Simulator and Chornobyl Liquidators. Currently, the team is working on Honeycomb: The World Beyond and Farmbotic.

Frozen Way is a group of passionate and friendly developers who see game development as both a lifestyle and philosophy. There’s nothing more rewarding for them than seeing their creations bring joy to the community. After all, we’re all nerds at heart, aren’t we?

About Sleepwalking Potatoes

An indie game development studio founded by 2 friends. They are responsible for games like Hidden Cat Outlaws, Catch a Duck and SPORTAL. Mysterious forces can sometimes lead Sleepwalking Potatoes to amazing places! The power of unrestrained human imagination and the belief that there are still hundreds of extraordinary game ideas to discover is what leads them every day! Making games and prototypes since 2015 and expanding their team in 2022, together they have nearly 20 years of experience in game development and have created over a dozen games, from small puzzle/logic games to AA productions.

June 4th, Kraków, Poland – With over 1,300 detailed survey responses and professional feedback from our Discord community, we’ve spent the last months fine-tuning the Remastered Collection. Every major update – from technical stability to gameplay loop refinements – is a direct result of our players’ passion and dedication.  

The starting price is $49.99 USD with special deals available to those who own the base game and its DLCs! More detailed information about the features and improvements introduced in House Flipper Remastered Collection can be found below or on the game’s Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/3710840/House_Flipper_Remastered_Collection/) page.

As to the console version of the game, it’s coming soon to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Follow Frozen Way and Frozen District social media to not miss the launch announcement.

About House Flipper Remastered Collection

House Flipper is back! Renovate houses, sell them, and make a profit, this time with upgraded graphics, reimagined characters, and long-awaited quality of life changes, with a whole collection of DLCs in House Flipper Remastered Collection. In the game, players start their journey as a House Flipper. Flipping is a tiresome and challenging work, but with their trusty tools, every player can bring the houses to their full potential!

Gameplay in House Flipper Remastered Collection hasn’t changed from the original. You are still responsible for renovating the old, filthy apartments or destroyed houses needing a second life. So grab your trusty tools and prepare to clean, paint, furnish, and much more before selling and making a profit from every house in the game.

House Flipper Remastered Collection bundles all previous expansions in one ultimate edition, making it the most complete version of the game. It doesn’t matter if you’re a new flipper or an old one returning for more. You’re in for a treat. In addition to the already known additions to the game, House Flipper Remastered Collection brings a whole new set of content. You can find fresh interactions, surprising character stories, and new decorating challenges that expand the game’s emotional and creative potential.

The visual upgrades go far beyond just resolution. Players immediately notice enhanced lighting, redesigned UI, and upgraded item textures, which make the whole flipping experience more polished and satisfying. Thanks to the technical improvements in this edition, every mop swipe, every freshly painted wall, and every item placed feels smoother and more rewarding.

What truly elevates this remaster beyond a visual upgrade is its attention to narrative detail. Carefully reworked missions come alive thanks to a full cast of voice actors and thoughtful character writing. Long-time flippers are glad to see familiar faces, while newcomers meet vibrant, fully fleshed-out characters with believable motivations and stories to tell. In this version, flipping houses often means uncovering something deeper behind the walls.

One of the standout additions of the Remastered Collection is the “Heart” content – a set of six heartwarming, story-rich jobs that dive into unexpected themes of affection, passion, and connection. Each scenario introduces its own narrative thread, cozy atmosphere, and a batch of brand-new decorative items – nearly 800 in total – to perfectly capture the vibe of every unique space.

Alongside the content, players can appreciate community-requested improvements such as the Naming system, the new Favorites tab on the tablet, and an enhanced Photomode with more flexibility. Dark Mode for the interface also makes longer sessions easier on the eyes. These changes streamline gameplay and allow more freedom and personalization than ever before.

House Flipper Remastered Collection is a celebration of everything players loved about the original – now upgraded, expanded, and more charming. With all expansions included, thoughtful additions, and a range of technical improvements, this is the ultimate experience for both long-time fans and newcomers ready to pick up the hammer and start flipping.

About Frozen Way

Frozen Way is a game development studio and publisher based in Cracow, Poland. You may know them from co-creating House Flipper along with its Pets DLC, Farm DLC, and Dine Out DLC, as well as developing and releasing House Flipper VR. They have also co-released Builder Simulator and Chornobyl Liquidators. Currently, the team is working on Honeycomb: The World Beyond and Farmbotic.

Frozen Way is a group of passionate and friendly developers who see game development as both a lifestyle and a philosophy. There’s nothing more rewarding for them than seeing their creations bring joy to the community. After all, we’re all nerds at heart, aren’t we? https://frozenwaygames.com/

About Frozen District:

Frozen District is a group of gamers passionate about virtual entertainment—regular people still ready to pull some all-nighters playing their favorite titles. They know what gamers need, as they are a part of the gaming community, and through creating their projects, which they would play themselves, they fulfill their ambitions.

At the same time,  they all want to be the best at what they do, still trying to reach the peak of their performance by polishing their skills and seeking innovative solutions. That is why you can find experts in programming, marketing, graphics, design, and many more in their midst. Their main priority is constant improvement and crafting all the valuable experience gathered this way into the uniqueness present in their current and upcoming titles. https://frozendistrict.com

Let’s quack to it, those chickens aren’t going to save themselves!

[Hyderabad, India – June 4, 2026] — Your chicken friends were bird-napped by aliens! Only Dodo can jump, flap, and bend reality to bring them home. Dodo Duckie is officially launching on Xbox Series X|S and Steam on July 23rd! To celebrate the occasion, Dodo Duckie will have a demo participating in the ID@Xbox Indie Fest digital event from June 4th – 30th. Did we mention there’s a dedicated “quack” button? 

Dodo Duckie is a charming puzzle platformer where you play as Dodo, a clumsy duck with a whole lot of heart, as you traverse across planets to save your chicken kin. With the help of Capie the Capybara’s magical cap, flip perspectives between 2D and 3D as you solve puzzles and reveal hidden paths! Waddle, glide, and potentially face-plant as you make your way across planets, and never give up on your chicken family. 

About Dodo Duckie

• Save Your Friends! – It was a peaceful day on the farm… until a giant alien beam yoinked your chicken family into the sky. With nothing but his waddle, his will, and a very special cap, Dodo dives into a glitched dimension to bring them back.
• Flip the World! – Two dimensions, one adventure. With Capie the Capybara’s magical cap, you can flip between side-scrolling and 3rd Person view whenever you like. Swap perspectives to reveal hidden paths and surprise platforms, and use them to crack every puzzle and peek into every corner of the world.
• Fly, Flop, and Float! – Dodo does a lot more than waddle. Glide over gaps, splash through water, float, flop, and improvise your way through each puzzle. Every move fits into the way you explore, experiment, and solve weird little alien puzzles. And yes, there is a dedicated quack button. Hit Q to QUACK, scare some aliens, and calm your own brain at the same time.
• Explore Intergalactic Space! – Hop from one odd and adorable planet to the next, each stranger and cuter than the last. Collect shiny stardust, uncover secret routes, and meet Capie, the chill shopkeeper who sells very good caps. Don’t forget to take advantage of every very silly photo opportunity.
• Prepare for a Whole Lot of Quacks! – Dodo wobbles, trips, and occasionally face-plants, but never gives up on its chicken family. Underneath the clumsy feet is a very determined little heart. Ready to accompany this adorable little duckie? This adventure is full of quacks, caps, and chaos, so grab the hat and jump in. Your next adventure (and your next cute screenshot) is waiting.

Ready to engage in some quantum quackery? Play the Dodo Duckie demo today on Xbox Series X | S and Steam ahead of its July 23rd launch, and don’t forget to drop a wishlist in support of the chickens’ safe return!

About BornMonkie

BornMonkie is a tiny bootstrapped indie team with big dreams, based in Hyderabad, India, building games that make you laugh, feel, and occasionally question your life choices with Fun gameplay at its core. Before stepping into PC and console development, our core team worked on 25+ mobile games supporting ourselves through client and service work. Dodo Duckie marks our debut PC and console title and a major step forward for us as a studio.

Discover one of the martial world’s most elegant and deadly sects in a brand-new character and gameplay showcase trailer ahead of the acclaimed RPG’s full global release

Yunnan, China – 4 June 2026. Indie developer ConchShip Games has unveiled a brand-new sect introduction trailer for The Scroll of Taiwu: Beyond the Dome, offering players a deeper look into the mysterious and disciplined Emei Sect ahead of the game’s PC V1.0 launch on Steam June 17, 2026.

Hidden among the shifting tides of the martial world, the Emei Sect walks a path of elegance, discipline, and deadly precision. Revered for its refined techniques and unwavering philosophy, the sect has cultivated generations of warriors who combine graceful movement with formidable strength. From its rich traditions and spiritual teachings to its breathtaking combat style, the Emei Sect stands as both a symbol of balance and a force to be feared. Discover the artistry, power, and legacy that define one of the realm’s most iconic sects.

The newly released Emei Sect trailer marks the first in a series of faction showcases leading up to launch, with additional sect reveal trailers set to debut in the coming weeks. Each showcase will offer players a closer look at the philosophies, combat styles, traditions, and rivalries that shape the vast martial world of Taiwu.

Already captivating more than 3.4 million players throughout seven years of Early Access development, The Scroll of Taiwu: Beyond the Dome blends sprawling sandbox RPG systems, martial arts mastery, life simulation mechanics, and procedurally generated storytelling within a mythological Chinese fantasy setting. Launching with full English language support for the very first time, the V1.0 release will introduce global players to one of China’s most acclaimed indie RPG experiences.

Set in the mythological land of Shenzhou, players assume the role of the heir to the Taiwu clan, forging alliances, mastering powerful martial arts techniques, building villages, raising future generations, and confronting the ancient evil known as Xiangshu in a living world shaped by dynamic NPCs and player-driven choices.

The newly released Emei Sect trailer marks the first in a series of faction showcases leading up to launch, with additional sect reveal trailers set to debut in the coming weeks. Each showcase will offer players a closer look at the philosophies, combat styles, traditions, and rivalries that shape the vast martial world of Taiwu.

Wishlist The Scroll of Taiwu: Beyond the Dome on Steam now ahead of its V1.0 launch on June 17, 2026. 

About ConchShip Games

With an RPG Maker demo, Zhen Jie created a passionate community around The Scroll of Taiwu: Beyond the Dome and released its Early Access version in 2018. Although all founding members were new to coding, the team continuously updated the game to share a story that they are eager to create — a story about courage, Chinese mythology, and Wuxia. 

More than 3.4 million players have now experienced that story, and ConchShip Games has inspired numerous Chinese indie developers to follow its path and create their own Chinese indie games. Now the team is dedicated to refining The Scroll of Taiwu: Beyond the Dome and bringing a grand finale to this long-lasting tale. For more on ConchShip Games, please visit the official website.

Independent, employee-owned studio unveils a chaotic multiplayer party game where schoolyard mischief, creative pranks, and absolute mayhem are all part of the curriculum

Baltimore, MD – June 4, 2026. Sackbird Studios today revealed its debut title, Hijinks High, a chaotic first-person multiplayer party game about causing chaos and turning a school upside down with your friends, is currently in development for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store and consoles. 

Announced alongside a brand-new reveal trailer, Hijinks High invites you and up to five friends to relive the glory days of schoolyard mischief as you sneak, scheme, prank, and cause as much mayhem as possible before the final bell rings.

Sackbird Studios was founded by former leads and key contributors from The Elder Scrolls Online development team. When the ambitious AAA project Blackbird was cancelledand hundreds of people lost their jobs, a handful of them decided to bet on each other and build a studio of their own. Independent, employee-owned, and self-funded, Sackbird exists for one reason: the freedom to make the games they want, on their own terms.

“My job is to make sure this team gets to keep making exactly what they want to make,” said Adam Hafez, CEO of Sackbird Studios. “Hijinks High has the kind of personality you only get from people making something purely because they love it. This is just the beginning, and we’re in it for the long haul.”

Hijinks High plays out over a single school day, but don’t expect a normal schedule. Every period is its own kind of organized chaos, and behaving is never on the lesson plan.

The whole school is your playground, and nothing in it is safe from you. It’s you and your friends against the school, out to cause as much chaos as possible. Grab it, place it, hurl it. Lockers, dodgeballs, jetpacks. If it isn’t nailed down, it’s part of your arsenal. And that’s before your own bodily functions join the fun! You’re all on the same side, technically, which is exactly what makes turning on each other so tempting. The only rule that matters is the one you’re breaking: cause maximum chaos, and don’t let the teachers catch you doing it.

Of course, staying conscious is its own event. Crush pizza, slam sodas, chug milk, and inhale every questionable snack you can find to stack up buffs and keep your energy from bottoming out. But your body keeps the receipts. Overdo it and you’re fighting a screaming bladder, rolling nausea, and a very real chance of passing out cold before the day’s even half over.

Then the bell rings, and there’s only one way out: the bus. Grab your friends, make a run for it, and try to get home in one piece.

Key Features

• Online Multiplayer Mayhem – Grab up to five friends and transform an ordinary school day into a playground of chaos.
• The School Is Your Sandbox – Explore a fully interactive school packed with objects, gadgets, and opportunities for mischief around every corner.
• Fuel Your Shenanigans – Eat, drink, and power up with a range of food and beverages that provide gameplay buffs while introducing unpredictable side effects.
• Survive the Day – Manage your energy, stomach, bladder, and overall wellbeing as you attempt to make it to the final bell in one piece.
• Pranks, Props, and Pandemonium – Pick up, throw, move, and experiment with countless objects throughout the school. From lockers and lunch trays to dodgeballs and jetpacks, every prop has the potential to create unforgettable chaos. 
• Endless Emergent Chaos – Combine physics, player creativity, and environmental interactions to ensure every match tells its own story.

School is in session, but learning is the last thing on the agenda. Wishlist Hijinks High today and prepare to unleash absolute chaos when Sackbird Studios’ debut title arrives on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. 

For more information on Sackbird Studios, head to https://www.sackbirdstudios.com/ 

About Sackbird Studios

Founded in September 2025, Sackbird Studios is an independent, employee-owned game studio formed by veteran developers behind Elder Scrolls Online and the canceled Project Blackbird.

With internal funding and full creative control, the studio is focused on crafting bold, character-driven experiences without the usual compromises. Our mission is simple: to create unforgettable multiplayer experiences that surprise and thrill our players.

The cursed jungle welcomes its first groups of explorers this weekend

Lesquin, France, June 4, 2026 – Publisher NACON and studio ACE Team are pleased to announce a closed beta for the cooperative horror game The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu. It will run from Friday, June 5th at 8 AM Eastern to Monday, June 8 at 4 AM Eastern. PC players will have the opportunity to venture into the cursed jungle before the Steam Next Fest and the official release, scheduled for July 15, 2026.

Registrations for the closed beta are open here: https://my.nacongaming.com/en-GB/playtests

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This closed beta is the perfect opportunity for players to get a sneak peek at the unique, horrific, and cooperative experience of The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu. As a team, they will have to collaborate to complete the various contracts assigned to them and survive unimaginable threats. The monsters and supernatural entities that populate the jungle are one threat, but the loss of sanity is another: as they delve deeper into the jungle, hallucinations will become more numerous and dangerous, causing panic within the group and potentially leading to accidental mission sabotage.

Alongside this closed beta, pre-orders for the PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S versions are now open. To accompany this announcement on the PC side, a special promotion has been set up: the launch price on Steam will be discounted based on the number of wishlists reached at release. With over 400,000 wishlists on Steam already, the community can rally to unlock a bigger discount!

Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft’s cosmic horror short novel, The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu invites players to form a squad of 2 to 4 members to embark on an uncharted continent in search of a legendary city containing invaluable treasures.

The Mound: Omen of Cthulhu will be available on July 15, 2026 on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

About NACON
A company within the BIGBEN group, NACON was created in 2019 to optimize its expertise and leverage synergies in the video game market. Comprising 16 development studios, AA game publishing, and the design and distribution of premium gaming peripherals, NACON brings 40 years of experience to benefit the world’s gaming community. This unified center of excellence strengthens NACON’s position in the market and creates unique opportunities for innovation and competitive advantages.

About ACE Team 
ACE Team is an independent video game development studio based in Santiago, Chile, known for creating unique and acclaimed titles like ‘Zeno Clash’, ‘Rock of Ages’ and ‘The Eternal Cylinder’. Founded by brothers Andres, Carlos, and Edmundo Bordeu, the company develops games for PC and major consoles, having earned multiple industry awards for its innovative and ambitious IPs. The studio has nearly two decades of experience in the games industry and is one of the leading game developers from Latin America.