Blood-soaked, retro-inspired shooter drops final demo before launch

Macclesfield, UK – September 23, 2025. Raise the anchor and lock ‘n load, scallywags, because Silver Lining Interactive and Ciaran Games LLC have officially announced that the gloriously violent retro FPS Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation will blast onto PC via Steam on November 25, 2025!

Hand-drawn, drenched in gore, and louder than a cannon broadside, Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation is an over-the-top cocktail of old-school shooter carnage and cartoon chaos with a salt-sprayed twist. This isn’t your typical holiday cruise; it’s a bloodbath on the high seas, captained by a cigar-chomping menace with a shotgun arm and zero patience for scurvy dogs.

And the best part? The final demo is out now! Get your final taste of the mayhem in the Balena Resort demo, where Wayne’s arsenal of absurd weapons meets sun-soaked slaughter. It’s the last stop before launch, so grab the demo, unleash hell, and don’t forget to wishlist Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation on Steam to be ready when he drops anchor this November. 

Watch the Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation release date trailer here

A Blood-Drenched Voyage for Vengeance

Stranded on Orca Isle after a brutal ambush, Wayne’s vacation plans have gone straight to Davy Jones’ locker. Now it’s all-out war against the ruthless mercenary gang known as the Killer Whales. From chain-gun fingers to explosive Boom Brew, fruity-but-deadly coconuts to bone-crunching fists, Wayne’s arsenal ensures the only thing deeper than the ocean will be the enemy body count.

And if that’s not enough to send shivers down your spine, there’s always the Captain’s shotgun arm – “Ol’ Reliable”, bolted on after a deadly scrap with the fabled Vampire Whale. With that kind of firepower, vengeance isn’t just coming, it’s tidal.

A Treasure Chest of Carnage

• A brutal, stylized cartoon gore-fest, because who said bloodshed can’t be beautiful?
• 8 massive, enemy-packed zones across treacherous Orca Isle.
• An arsenal of absurdly over-the-top weapons, fine-tuned for maximum mayhem.
• A relentlessly chaotic soundtrack, louder than a storm at sea.
• Hand-drawn, fully-voiced cinematics that bring Wayne’s twisted quest to life.

So what are ye waiting for, landlubber? The Killer Whale scumbags aren’t going to explode into chum by themselves. On November 25 Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation storms Steam. Download the final demo and Wishlist now… or get ready to walk the plank.

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 Ciaran Games LLC

In order to look to the future, we must look to the past. With gaming’s past, the key to innovation is iteration! This ideology is the basis of philosophy at Ciaran Games. These guys aspire to scratch a retro itch while giving you an experience you can ONLY find TODAY through the power of modern game design and a unique brand of ingenuity. Some would call their oddball brand of style a tad off-kilter… they prefer the term “rebellious”. Founded in the West Coast USA with nothing but a hope, a dream, an idea for a game, a motley crew of artists, and a repertoire of industry knowledge  (ok, so maybe not nothing), the team at Ciaran makes it look easy. As much as they assure you otherwise, one thing remains a constant: With Wayne under their belt, you’re in good hands. As long as you don’t mind one of those hands being a shotgun…

More than 6 million players across all platforms as of September 2025 

PARIS (Sept. 23, 2025) – Sloclap’s first major update for online action footballer Rematch is now live across PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, introducing the much-requested 3v3 ranked game mode, new cosmetics, new customizations and the long-awaited addition of crossplay. Fans can now play with friends no matter what platform they prefer (https://www.playrematch.com). 

Season 1 also launches with fixes and balancing to player locomotion, improving reactivity and precision, while nerfing certain exploits such as the infamous “Ippy Slide”. Goalkeeper dives have been reworked to make them more effective against volleys. Skill-based matchmaking parameters are now stricter, especially in ranked matches, ensuring more evenly matched teams. 

In October, the next patch will introduce two major changes to the ranked system: league demotion and dynamic rank points, both designed to ensure that league placement more accurately reflects each player’s current level. Later in Chapter 3, a brand-new game mode will also be introduced—stay tuned for more details. 

Looking further ahead, the team is hard at work on future updates including a 1v1 game mode, planned for Season 2. Additional features in development include a clubs system, tournament systems, World Cup-themed events and more making 2026 a big year forRematch. Throughout all future updates, the team will continue to prioritize core gameplay and netcode improvements to keep increasing both the depth and fairness of the competitive experience. 

“With over 6 million players, over 100 million hours and 525 million matches played, Season 0 has been both incredible and humbling for the Sloclap team. A whole competitive scene has emerged, with teams created, tournaments organized, mechanics dissected and this is a huge motivation for the team to keep improving the game in all dimensions,” said Sloclap CEO and Rematch creative director, Pierre Tarno. “We want to thank all players who have tried out the game during Season 0. We hope you will enjoy Season 1, and we are determined to keep making Rematch better and better for many seasons to come. See you on the pitch.” 

Alongside Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation and Steam, Rematch will also be available on Epic Games Store for the launch of Season 1, and a physical edition will be released in November 2025 for all platforms. 

About Rematch:

Rematch is ‘the beautiful game’ of football coming to life in a video game. Taking the field in high-octane 3v3, 4v4 or 5v5 matches, players control one player in an immersive third-person perspective set against a fantastical digital arena backdrop. There are no fouls and no offsides, and each match is an intense showdown where split-second reactions and tactical team play are the keys to success.

Visit www.playrematch.com to learn more, and be sure to follow @PlayRematch on Twitter.

About Sloclap

Paris-based Sloclap is an independent game development studio known for blending diverse gameplay mechanics into visually captivating, action-driven titles. With celebrated releases like Absolver and Sifu, the studio has demonstrated a passion for martial arts and dynamic, third-person action experiences that have been lauded by international media, including several award nominations. With a team of over 100 talented developers, Sloclap is now bringing its immersive approach to online football, delivering a game that raises the bar for competitive multiplayer sports.

Build a Civilisation Skyward in this Vertical City-Building Adventure

Indie studio Stargate Games is excited to announce that Stario: Haven Tower will launch worldwide on Steam Early Access at 20:00 PDT, Sept 25, 2025. The game will be available at $13.99 USD (launch price $12.59), with a 10% launch discount for two weeks. Stario: Haven Tower reimagines the city-building genre by focusing all the complexity and wonder of urban management into a single, ever-rising tower. Players must expand upward through shifting skies and hostile conditions, balancing survival, growth, and the hopes of their Towertizens.

Stario: Haven Tower takes place after a cataclysm that nearly destroyed human civilisation. According to prophecy, the last survivors, the “Towertizens,” must build a colossal tower that reaches into the heavens to restore humanity’s glory. As players guide their people floor by floor, the tower will face relentless natural disasters. Simultaneously, Towertizens will need more goods to support life as they climb farther from the ground. Careful planning and resource management are key to constructing seven monumental Miracle Towers and leading the community toward a new beginning.

The game blends post-apocalyptic survival with a surprisingly pastoral aesthetic. Each biome has its own ecosystem, shaping how resources are gathered. Jellyfish Quartz is plentiful in Mist Zones, while Manta Rays thrive in Rain Zones and provide specialised materials. This contrast between harsh disasters and idyllic scenery creates a striking world. Every section of the tower feels distinct, and Early Access adds richer decorative buildings along with the Miracle Tower system, making towers both functional and beautiful.

Unlike traditional city builders that expand outward, Stario focuses on vertical construction. But it is more than just stacking floors. Resource management drives every decision, from sustaining daily life to fueling ambitious projects. Ecosystem bonuses, tower effects, and intricate recipes all push players to experiment with efficient layouts. Logistics are another challenge. Each floor stores resources independently, and carriers automatically move goods to where they are needed. But carriers are slow and limited, often leading to food shortages below and stalled construction above. Players must unlock advanced logistics technologies to design smarter, tower-wide supply chains.

For those seeking greater depth, Early Access introduces the Ritual system, with 13 unique rituals that provide different buffs. Structural options like diagonal braces and frameworks also give more freedom in tower design, allowing creative builds that stretch both upward and outward.

Stario draws creative inspiration from many sources. Ted Chiang’s Tower of Babylon, Tsutomu Nihei’s Tower Dungeon, and the limitless treehouses of Minecraft all shaped its vision. The game also borrows from bold architectural concepts of “vertical megastructures” and “vertical cities.” This mix of literature, manga, games, and real-world ideas gives Stario its humanistic tone. It is a city builder not only about survival, but about hope and imagination.

The Early Access version gives players the full progression from level 13 and up, along with the complete tech tree and story conclusion. Content highlights include:

• 6 Biomes: Sandstorm, Mist, Rain, Frost, Clear Skies, Starry Night
• 4 Natural Disasters to challenge tower stability and resource management
• Complete Technology Upgrade
• 70+ Buildings
• 50+ Crafting Recipes
• Story Ending

New Gameplay Systems in Early Access

• Miracle Towers — monumental wonders that symbolise human resilience and grant powerful benefits
• Ritual Platform — unlock unique rituals to reshape gameplay
• Turtle Port — enables trade and commerce between towers
• Towertizens Wishboard — fulfil citizen wishes to boost morale and earn special rewards
• Achievements & Difficulty Modes — new progression, goals, and challenge options

Stario: Haven Tower will be available in Steam Early Access on September 25, 2025, priced at $13.99 USD (launch price $12.59). The 10% discount will run for the first two weeks. Wishlist STARIO: Haven Tower and try the free demo now here on Steam. Join our Official Discord to share your top layer and design!

About Stargate Games

Stargate Games is a team of game loving “fanatics” on a mission to craft experiences that touch the heart. With original ideas, we build immersive worlds for players around the globe. Every title is more than a game – it’s a heartfelt journey. 

Tokyo, Japan – Tuesday, 23rd September 2025 – Following its debut at gamescom, Chinese developer Seed Lab has confirmed its cozy life sim Starsand Island is set to return at the Xbox Showcase during Tokyo Game Show (TGS) 2025, held from September 25th to 28th. The game invites players into a world of authentic Eastern aesthetics, inspired by the traditional ideals of poetry, wine, tea, and the countryside. 

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2966320/

At this year’s exhibition, Starsand Island will be showcased at Makuhari Messe, Hall 2, Booth C08. Attendees will have the chance to experience an exclusive hands-on demo of the game, immersing themselves in the charm of traditional Chinese farming culture as it seamlessly blends with Starsand Island’s unique gameplay.

What’s more, visitors can join in interactive booth activities such as live play sessions and online check-ins, with exclusive game-inspired souvenirs including lotus leaf handbags, panda badges, and cartoon fans available as free gifts to bring a piece of Eastern countryside charm home.

Starsand Island goes beyond the traditional boundaries of a farming simulation, focusing instead on a return to simplicity and harmony with nature. At its cultural core lies the Daoism philosophy of “Dao Operates Naturally,” shaping a countryside experience that is not only about farming, but also about providing a true home for the soul.

At this year’s Tokyo Game Show, Starsland Island will show its unique cultural foundation and aesthetic system to the world. Players will experience the rhythm of the seasons and the growth of all living things, while discovering the fusion of Eastern philosophy in the natural environment. Through farming, animal care, crafting, and building, Starsland island invites players to immerse themselves in the world of traditional Chinese pastoral life. Seed Lab hopes this immersive experience will give players a peaceful place to enjoy the simple life. 

About Starsand Island

Escape the Urban Grind to Starsand Island – Your Island Paradise Awaits! Tired of the hustle and bustle? Return to the tranquil embrace of Starsand Island, a gem hailed as the “Star of the Deep Sea.” Here, immerse yourself in a serene pastoral lifestyle: slow-paced days spent bonding with adorable capybaras, cats, and dogs, savoring the thrill of bountiful fishing, exploring the mystical Moonlit Forest, or simply soaking in the island’s untouched beauty. Leave the mundane behind and rediscover life’s simple joys in this coastal utopia.

Stunning Retro 2D Pixel Art Brings Grubby Goblins And Ogres To Life  

Connecticut, United States, 23 September 2025 | Indie developer Babachoo is proud to announce that the demo for their debut title, Dice Goblin’s Den, is out now on Steam!  This 2D side-scrolling tower defense roguelite has you walk in the shoes of the enemy as you defend your fellow Goblins from waves of ‘heroes’ who have been given quests from a local tavern to loot and raid your home. 

Defend Your Dingy Goblin Digs’

Play from a different perspective with this unique twist on tower defense, from the ‘bad guys’ point of view! Experience randomized levels, unique enemies, and loads of loot. Every playthrough is its own unique experience. With the randomized luck of a roguelite and rewards to choose from, players must employ clever strategies to hold off hordes of raiding heroes. 

Goblins come in all sorts of shapes, sizes, and talents. Players must choose a party leader for their campaign: select from a Wizard, Witch, Bard, Cleric, Knight, Paladin, Druid, Rogue, or Miner. Each party leader grants special and unique abilities to lead the charge and protect your Goblin base from enemy onslaught. Knights, Snails, Gnomes, and more are all poised to attack! Dice Goblin’s Den features handcrafted pixel art maps with a variety of environments to explore. Defend your base in starlight cityscapes, twilight groves, vibrant foliage, and romantic dreamscapes. 

Build a Strong Defense and a Thriving Economy!

This Goblin base requires proper management! Survive raids to earn rewards for hiring workers to build and gather resources like gold, wood, gemstones, and food. Remember to also allocate resources to your Goblin combat units to protect your structures and workers. Use wood to purchase new buildings for your den and build scaffolding on the battlefield for an added advantage. Gemstones can be exchanged for building upgrades and upgrades for your goblins’ stats and abilities. 

Demo Out Now!
Players can now experience a taste of Dice Goblin’s Den in the official demo on Steam. Strategize, build, and defend through 8 exciting and visually unique levels! Familiarize yourself with the rules of this magical roguelite and explore different defense techniques to protect your den.

Experience A New Game With Each Playthrough! 

Every playthrough will be unique and unlike the run you experienced before. With the wackiness of the roguelike elements, players can expect randomized levels, upgrades, permadeath, and different rewards. Death, which is likely inevitable, will bring you a new adventure and allow you a new opportunity to make better choices- or not. Players must weaponize the random luck thrown their way and strategize with their absurd gifts to make the most of each run. 

Demo Features:

• Manage Your Goblin Den – Balance hiring workers to gather resources with building a strong defense to protect your workers and builds. Allocate resources for building upgrades and create a booming economy. 
• The Randomness of a Roguelike –  Experience a new game with each playthrough, utilize the random tools thrown your way.  
• Retro 2D Pixel Art – Cozy and stunning visuals that promote hours of gameplay without worry of overstimulation. 
• Choose Your Unique Party Leader – Wizard, Witch, Bard, Cleric, Knight, Paladin, Druid, Rogue, or Miner. 
• Wacky and Creative Spells – Hex, Slumber, Trample, Counterspell, Divine Intervention, Bardic Inspiration, Deep Pockets, Fortify, Cleanse. 

You can wishlist Dice Goblin’s Den and play the demo now on Steam.

About Babachoo

Brian Ferratto (otherwise known by wandering troubadours and suspicious garden gnomes as babachoo) is an indie game developer, pixel artist, father, author, wizard, and notorious hornswoggler of fantastical shenanigans! He crafted Dice Goblin’s Den alongside his frogly familiar and programmer (known by the fae as Ufuk Yurtman, developer of Faraway Lands: Rise of Yokai), by throwing a computer into a witch’s cauldron on the night of a full moon, along with a pair of goblin ears and frog tongues for good measure.

Collect weapons, take on epic bosses and survive Purgatory’s greatest challenges in the brutal new mode for 3D Realms’ reimagining of the classic action-shooter

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Sept. 23, 2025 – Saber Interactive’s 3D Realms label and developer Anshar Studios are excited to reveal “Rogue Angel,” a new roguelike game mode coming to Painkiller when it launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam on Oct. 21, 2025. Separate from the main campaign, Rogue Angel takes players to a new realm of Purgatory, where you and your friends will advance through procedurally generated arenas, collect tarot cards, weapons, and items along the way, and take on epic bosses. Get a closer look at the mode in today’s trailer, showing fast-paced gameplay where no two runs are the same.

The Standard and Deluxe Editions of Painkiller are available to pre-order now on digital storefronts, with the physical version of the Standard Edition also available to pre-order on PlayStation and Xbox at major retailers. Both editions come with the “Iron Crusade” pre-order bonus skin pack, and physical pre-orders include the “Burnished Pride” weapons pack, which includes additional gold weapon skins. The Deluxe Edition includes the Season Pass, featuring the “Night Watch DLC” with four character and six weapon skins at launch, plus an assortment of weapon and character skins post-release.

About Painkiller

Welcome to Purgatory! You’ve been sentenced for your transgressions against Heaven, but the Voice of the Creator is giving you one chance to redeem yourself. Blast through hordes of demons in brutal, fast-paced combat with an array of infernal weapons. Battle across gruesome gothic environments to stop the fallen angel Azazel’s invasion of Earth and earn your salvation – solo or in online co-op for up to three players.

Key Features

• Purgatory Is Your Playground: Jump, hook and dash across vast, spine-chilling biomes while fighting nightmarish enemies in bloody, fast-paced combat with a host of new and classic Painkiller weapons. 
• Three-Player Online Co-op: Play online with up to two friends, exploring diverse locations, uncovering secrets and facing off against terrifying enemies.
• Grotesque Terrors Await: Challenge a variety of horrifying foes, from hordes of demons to titanic terrors like the monstrous children of Azazel – the Nephilim.
• Unleash The Pain: Use tarot cards to upgrade your abilities, rank up to expand your arsenal, and team up with other players to obliterate all foes.
• Choose Your Character Wisely: Play as one of four distinctive characters – Ink, Void, Sol and Roch – with unique perks to boost your energy, health, power and damage.

Painkiller is coming to PlayStation 5 (Deluxe), Xbox Series X|S (Deluxe), and PC via Steam on Oct. 21, 2025, and is available to pre-order now. For more information, visit the game’s website, and follow along on Instagram, Facebook, Threads, and X for the latest updates.

About Saber Interactive

Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 13 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park: Survival, Turok: Origins, World War Z, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, SnowRunner, Expeditions: A MudRunner Game and RoadCraft. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with leading developers and publishers, including producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others. Learn more at https://saber.games.

About 3D Realms

Redefining AAA – Action, Attitude, Adrenaline, 3D Realms has rocked the world for almost 30 years by publishing unforgettable, iconic games like Duke Nukem, Terminal Velocity, Shadow Warrior, Death Rally, Max Payne, and more recently Ghostrunner, Ion Fury, CULTIC, Tempest Rising, and RIPOUT.

Led by industry veterans, 3D Realms is a proud member of Saber Interactive, with a mission of publishing games for grownups. Unapologetic and uncompromising, we’re not afraid of being who we are and being damn good at it – for everyone’s benefit. For more information, visit 3drealms.com.

About Anshar Studios

Anshar Studios, based in Katowice, Poland, is a dynamic game development studio known for producing AA-quality games across multiple platforms. Since 2012, the team of nearly 200 skilled professionals have been dedicated to crafting meaningful gaming experiences with a focus on narrative depth and immersive gameplay. Notable releases include the self-published Gamedec, Bloober Team’s Layers of Fear and Observer: System Redux, along with undisclosed projects for major industry developers and publishers. Skilled team, well-crafted portfolio, and ambition to grow. Learn more at: ansharstudios.com

Build the city state of Tenochtitlan amidst the dramatic clash of divine wrath and mortal ingenuity

Oberhaching, Germany, September 23, 2025 – Are you ready to lead one of the most magnificent civilizations in human history to glory and defy the gods? Prove it with Aztecs: The Last Sun, the new historical city builder from Polish development team Play2Chill and German publisher Toplitz Productions, to be unleashed on PC in Early Access on Steam, GOG and Epic Games Store today at 4pm CEST.

In Aztecs: The Last Sun, you will become Tlatoani, the divine ruler of the Aztec people. Your task: Construct, grow and protect the magnificent city state Tenochtitlan on the treacherous foundation of Lake Texcoco. But this is a historical city builder unlike any other. During the day, you have to learn and master the complex connections of economy, military and religion, as you build and extend resource chains, offer housing to your people and terraform the area to satisfy the ever-growing needs of the citizens. Yet at night, you have to defend your people against the attacks of the relentless Moon Goddess, who declared war on the Sun God and wants to eradicate you and your followers as his loyal servants. Defend your temple at all costs, because if it falls, doom will follow.

Feel the tension fueled by the duality of creation and survival, as you set up the “Blood Zone”, an expandable safe area, in which you can build under a protective dome. Optimize resource streams, deal with special events and make decisions that will define your fate as a ruler, for you are not just building structures or managing resources. You lay a foundation of hope against the impending darkness and manage the very blood that can make difference between survival and eradication of your people – literally.

In Aztecs: The Last Sun, your leadership is not about being right or wrong. It is about the survival of your people and how far you are willing to go to achieve your goals. Sacrifices will be made. And the consequences of your actions might haunt you long after you stop playing. So get ready to build and defend one of the greatest civilizations that ever lived.

Features

• Build, expand and defend the legendary city-state of Tenochtitlan on an island in Lake Texcoco using over 25 different types of buildings with individual upgrades.
• Choices matter, while you lead your people through an epic story-driven campaign spanning several acts, and face mighty supernatural antagonists.
• Build canals and water reservoirs to reclaim precious land from the lake using advanced terraforming systems.
• Appease the gods through rituals and human sacrifice to gather blood for divine protection and face a dark menace that threatens your city’s survival.
• Balance economic, religious and survival systems, convert refugees into valuable members of your society, put them to hard labor – or sacrifice them! Assign roles to captives, commoners, nobles and priests.
• Dispatch expeditions from the strategic map all across the Valley of Mexico to ensure your city thrives through resource gathering and trade.
• Construct huge temples, academies and gardens that showcase your civilization’s glory and spiritual devotion.

Aztecs: The Last Sun is available today in Early Access on Steam, GOG.com and Epic Games Store. More information on the game can be found on the respective official store product pages. Or join our Discord community to stay updated about the latest news, features and content of not only Aztecs: The Last Sun, but all games from Toplitz Productions.

Aztecs: The Last Sun on Steam
Aztecs: The Last Sun on GOG
Aztecs: The Last Sun on Epic Games Store

About Play2Chill S.A.
Play2Chill S.A. is an independent game development studio comprised of professionals and game enthusiasts dedicated to creating simulation, strategy, and survival games. Listed on the Polish stock exchange since 2020, Play2Chill S.A. continues to innovate and deliver engaging gaming experiences to a global audience.

About Toplitz Productions

The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with “heart & soul” for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.

Stay up to date and learn everything worth knowing about Toplitz Productions by following the company on X, Facebook, the official website and Instagram.

Prague, Czech Republic – September 23 , 2025 – Fulqrum Publishing and developer Byte Barrel are excited to announce that Forgive Me Father 2 is now available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

The critically acclaimed Lovecraftian shooter sees players taken on Eldritch horrors in a gorgeous cell-shaded world. Console players can now dive into a world of guns, gore and plenty of tentacles as they take down ghoulish enemies in a world ruled by cosmic terrors.

Forgive Me Father 2 | Playstation 5 & Xbox Series Launch Trailer

From double-barrelled shotguns to grotesque, organic rifles sprouting writhing tentacles and wings, players are armed with a twisted arsenal that fuses classic firepower with nightmarish Lovecraftian design – a true love letter to the FPS genre. Score satisfying ‘headshots’ or watch as enemies are turned to pulp in a comic book style environment that pushes the boundaries of this fantastical genre.

PC players can also enjoy the biggest discount yet as part of Boomstock 2025, the annual digital event for fans of boomer-shooters across the globe.

About Forgive Me Father 2

• Distinctive dark comic-like visuals: Dark hand-drawn graphic design where every frame looks like a page from a comic book is one of the pillars of Forgive Me Father, and the sequel brings a fresh perspective to its unique style with improved sprites, models and atmospheric lighting effects. Prepare to feast your eyes on juicy blood effects and animated gibs flying everywhere!
• Dive into the madness: Defeat Lovecraftian nightmares with a wide range of weapons. Fight hosts of diverse, formidable enemies and beware: each and every one of them evolves into different, ever more evil and twisted forms of themselves – this journey does not get any easier!
• Gear up and fight: Define your own playstyle and assemble the deadliest arsenal with plenty of weapons to choose from, each with even more powerful variations designed to cause absolute mayhem and bring utter destruction upon your foes. Take your pick from devastating shotguns, lethally accurate rifles, explosive launchers, and unleash their full potential.
• Gain mad skills: Overwhelming madness is your best friend and worst enemy at the same time. Let it flow through you, unleash absolute mayhem on your foes and gain extraordinary powers as a reward. Embrace the insanity, use it to fuel your bizarre new abilities, and teach the horrors assaulting your senses to fear YOU!
• Otherworldly soundtrack: Experience the surprisingly fitting combination of strong electric guitar riffs and energetic drums underscoring the dark Lovecraftian atmosphere. Slay hordes of deranged cultists and confront unimaginable ancient evil while listening to the original soundtrack that will make you headbang for hours on end.

Forgive Me Father 2 launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S today; it is also coming later to Nintendo Switch!

About Fulqrum Publishing

Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, including in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing released over a hundred games, including the critically acclaimed titles like Men of War, King’s Bounty, Space Rangers, Fell Seal, Forgive Me Father and many others.

About Byte Barrel

We are a small indie developer from Poland. Byte Barrel was founded in 2017 by Ernest Krystian and Kamil Przeździecki. Our mission is to develop engaging, creative, and player-focused games. We aim to create the best possible experience for everyone, because making games is not only our work but also our passion. We are not afraid to face new challenges and explore different genres.

Improved map and side-quest tracker added for easier adventuring

Dundee, Scotland – 23 September 2025: Ready for a spot of wild camping? Wholesome adventure Pine Hearts is launching today on iOS and Android, letting you take a nostalgic trip around the Scottish Highlands wherever you are in the real world.

Campers can get introduced to the world with a generous free trial, offering around 20 minutes of gameplay as you explore Reflection Point and the Campsite itself. The full game is available as a one-time purchase priced at $4.99/£4.99/€4.99.

Pine Hearts is a cozy adventure game about fulfilling a childhood dream that began at Pine Hearts Caravan Park, based on the developer’s own memories of holidays in Scotland. Players will join Tyke as he explores campgrounds, caves, castles, and more, helping his fellow explorers and reminiscing on years gone by.

These new versions come with a raft of useful changes, including an improved local region map to make navigating the world easier, and a side-quest tracker so you’ll never forget who you’ve agreed to help. These additions have also come to the Steam and Nintendo Switch versions of the game as part of a free update earlier in September.

To celebrate the launch, Secret Mode are giving away a selection of merch sure to make any Pine Hearts fan a happy camper. One lucky winner will be able to take to the trails with a new T-shirt, beanie, mug, and much more – keep an eye on the Pine Hearts account on X for more info on how to enter later today.

About Pine Hearts

Adventure awaits! Join Tyke on a cozy hiking expedition to the sprawling Pine Hearts nature reserve and scale the mountain your father never managed to climb.

Splash through rockpools, explore mysterious caves, clean up campsites, investigate old castle ruins, and play on the beach as Tyke revisits the scenes of childhood holidays and recollects past adventures with his dad.

Pine Hearts is available now on iOS and Android as a free trial download, with a one-time in-app purchase to unlock the full game priced at $4.99/£4.99/€4.99.

It is also available on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch.

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 Escape the Backrooms. We believe that games are for everyone, and that creativity has no limits. We believe quality and fun are everything.

About Hyper Luminal Games

Hyper Luminal is an indie games studio based in Dundee, Scotland. Everything we make is inspired by our ambition to build high-quality games that create lasting memories and fill our team with pride.

PAX attendees can hear from Rainbow Six Siege Game Director Joshua Mills to celebrate 10 years of Siege, experience the APL Major Qualifier and Creator Showmatches, and try out new tracks from Just Dance 2026 Edition.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – 23 September 2025 – Today, Ubisoft ANZ announced its lineup for PAX Aus featuring Rainbow Six Siege and Just Dance, taking place in Melbourne from 10 – 12 October. PAX Aus attendees will have the opportunity to hear directly from Joshua Mills, Rainbow Six Siege Game Director from Ubisoft Montreal, in a dedicated Fireside Chat which will run on Friday 10 October, from 3 – 4 pm at the Quokka Theatre. A driving force behind Rainbow Six Siege, one of the world’s most popular tactical shooters, Joshua will be sharing insights into game design, behind-the-scenes stories, and reflecting on ten years of Siege.

This year, PAX Aus will host live Rainbow Six Siege dedicated esports and creator showmatches throughout the weekend. The action starts on Saturday 11 October, from 12 pm on the PAX Arena stage* where eight of the best APL Stage 2 teams will battle it out in a bid to secure one of four spots in the BLAST R6 Fall Major in Munich, Germany, this November. On Sunday 12 October from 11 am – 12 pm, attendees can watch 10 content creators go head-to-head in a 5v5 showmatch. Stay tuned in the coming days for a full lineup of creators and esports teams on Ubisoft ANZ social channels!

In addition to all the Rainbow Six Siege action, the Just Dance stage is located at its usual spot in the Convention Centre hall, where fans will get a sneak peek at several tracks from the 2026 Edition which will be available to play for the first time.

For more information about Ubisoft ANZ’s PAX Aus presence, please visit the Ubisoft ANZ social channels on X,  Facebook, and Instagram.

* For entry after 6 pm, use Door 1 on the concourse.

About Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege

Developed by Ubisoft Montreal** and with more than 85 million registered players, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege puts players in the middle of a fast-paced, ever-evolving multiplayer experience grounded in the selection of unique Operators. Using the right mix of tactics and destruction, Rainbow Six teams engage their enemies in sieges, where both Attackers and Defenders have exclusive skills and gadgets at their disposal. In 2025, Rainbow Six Siege celebrates its 10-year anniversary with Siege X, the biggest evolution in the game’s history. This milestone adds a brand-new 6v6 permanent game mode, Dual Front, modernised maps, visual and audio improvements, and much more.

**Associate Ubisoft studios include Barcelona, Blue Byte, Bucharest, Kyiv, Red Storm, Reflections, Saguenay, Shanghai, and Toronto.

About Just Dance 2026 Edition

Developed by Ubisoft Paris***, the next instalment of the beloved Music Video Game Franchise is back. Review your best dancing moves, challenge your friends and family, and get ready to let loose! With 40 hot new songs, from pop hits to family favourites, on your dance-on-demand platform, whether you want to take the party to a whole new level, create special family moments, or exercise while having fun, Just Dance 2026 Edition has something for everyone!

***Associate Ubisoft studios include Pune, Shanghai and Mumbai.

About Ubisoft 

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