For the first time, the popular fantasy hunting action game, WILD HEARTS S, is available at a discounted price on Nintendo Switch™ 2!
Hertfordshire, 12th September 2025 – Today, KOEI TECMO Europe announced that WILD HEARTS S, available exclusively on Nintendo Switch™ 2, is now discounted in the digital Nintendo TGS 2025 sales for a limited time.
Released in July 2025, WILD HEARTS S brings all the action of the fantasy hunting game developed by Omega Force to Nintendo Switch™ 2, taking advantage of the console’s new features. Aspiring hunters can now enjoy 4-player co-op experience while using the console’s exclusive feature “Game Chat” to communicate with their friends during online play*. For those still hesitant to embark on their journey across the lands of Azuma, a free demo is available, allowing players to discover the prologue up to “Minato”. Everyone wishing to jump in the action can enjoy a 10% discount on the full game, while being able to transfer their save data from the demo.
WILD HEARTS S is now available exclusively on Nintendo Switch™ 2, in physical* and digital versions. The game features voices in Japanese, English, French, Italian, German and Spanish, with texts in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish and Polish.
For the complete list of the discounted titles during the TGS Sales, please check the official website.
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’ Warrior’s 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
No Man’s Sky, theHunter:Call of the Wild and Phasmapobia among 100+ titles taking part in sale to raise money for charity
Sept 12th, 2025 – Gamers’ charity SpecialEffect are inviting gamers to buy and play a selection of discounted games from some of the biggest names in the industry as part of their One Special Day Steam Sale running from 11-18 September. Money raised from the sale will support the charity’s work helping physically disabled people to enjoy video games.
A key element of SpecialEffect’s flagship annual One Special Day flagship fundraising campaign, the sale contains over 100 titles, including No Man’s Sky, the Hunter: Call of the Wild, Phasmaphobia, Thank Goodness You’re Here, Dome Keeper and Peppa Pig: World Adventures.
Gamers have the opportunity to raise vital funds for the charity by buying games from over 35 participating One Special Day industry partners, who will donate a percentage of the resulting revenue to support the charity’s work helping physically disabled people to enjoy the magic of video games. The sale is the opening element of the 2025 One Special Day campaign that’s centered around Friday 3 October, when partners from around the world will be donating all or part of their games-related sales revenue for that day to help the charity. This includes a mobile games promotion that runs during One Special Day itself.
A range of other supporting activities will take place on and around One Special Day itself including the inaugural One Special Walk mass participation event on 3 October. Entry is open to all and consists of a 15 mile walk across London from the London Stadium to Wembley. To register visit the official website.
With demand for the charity’s services continuing to rise, SpecialEffect’s Founder and CEO Mick Donegan explains the significance of the One Special Day:
“I cannot overemphasise the importance of One Special Day in enabling our work to bring the joy of video games to physically disabled people across the world. Our team is facing an ever-increasing demand for all of our services – accessibility advice, assessments, the expansion and localisation of resources such as gameaccess.info, our DevKit and our Eye Gaze Games website – and the generous support of the games industry in securing the future of these life-transforming, free to access initiatives is hugely appreciated. Despite the current economic challenges, we’re looking forward to celebrating One Special Day in the company of a truly amazing and supportive industry.”
Red Bull athlete Matt Jones of Cascade Games, whose title Mavrix is featured in the sale, said, “The work SpecialEffect do and how they change lives is incredible. To meet a team who are able to empower people with disabilities to play games has been amazing. I feel honoured that in a small way my game Mavrix can help by being part of the One Special Day Steam Sale.”
Last year, the One Special Day Sale on Steam raised over £315,000 to help SpecialEffect level the playing field for people with disabilities in the UK and all over the world.
Since its inception in 2016, One Special Day has raised over $2.8M towards the work of SpecialEffect to help people with disabilities in the UK and all over the world.
SpecialEffect is an award-winning UK charity helping to improve the lives of disabled people across the globe through the innovative use of technology. At the core of this mission is providing greater inclusion through the opportunity to play video games to the best of their abilities.
Play on Xbox X|S, PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Steam this November
SYDNEY, 12TH September 2025 – Maximum Entertainment, in partnership with ZEROlife Games and Fishing Cactus, are excited to announce a new game bringing the world’s favourite samurai beagle to Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox X|S, and Nintendo Switch digitally on November 20, 2025. Additionally, a retail version of the game will be available in Australia & New Zealand for Nintendo Switch on the 21st November.
Hank is back in a new journey that picks up where the Paws of Fury film left off, battling new forces that threaten the village of Kakamucho.
Watch the Samurai Academy: Paws of Fury announcement trailer
Join Hank, Jimbo, and friends on an all-new adventure in single-player or two-player co-op (available on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5). Just when they thought they could live in peace, Hank and Jimbo are thrown back into combat, this time pitted against the mighty Shogun himself who aims to crush the blazing duo and the villages under their protection with his cat armies. Defend the settlements, safeguard the villagers, and reclaim the island—one battle at a time.
Featuring fast-paced, arcade-style combat, accessible open-world exploration, unique puzzles, and colourful missions set against the familiar backdrop of Kakamucho, Samurai Academy: Paws of Fury is the perfect entry-level action adventure for all ages.
Samurai Academy: Paws of Fury is scheduled for release from November 20th on Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox X|S, and Nintendo Switch. For more information about Samurai Academy: Paws of Fury, and to pre-order, visit www.samuraiacademygame.com.
About Maximum Entertainment
Maximum Entertainment is a global entertainment company dedicated to crafting indie to AA video game experiences through original content and licensed partnerships. A fully integrated group with a broad portfolio of content, the company emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity in its partnerships to produce the highest level of interactive entertainment. With more than 300 titles in its catalog, Maximum Entertainment has joined forces with talented creators and renowned franchises around the globe to deliver magic to the gamer in everyone. Maximum Entertainment employs experienced professionals across the entire value chain of video games including development, publishing, transmedia, sales, and operations. Visit Maximum Entertainment at www.maximument.com.
About ZEROLife Games
ZEROLife Games is a small independent studio with a team spread access the UK, Poland and Croatia, making action-adventure games and working on cool projects based on existing IPs. We’re all about fun gameplay, strong ideas, and bringing something fresh to the table.
About Fishing Cactus
We are from rainy Belgium, Mons, Wallonia. Belgians are known for awesome beers and chocolate. At Fishing Cactus, it also happens that 30 of us craft games with their heart. Games which are, we hope, more than forgettable escapism, games leaving you with a feeling of change. Games we like, games you like, even if you are no beer fan.
Crash land onto Kairos and take on the oppressive Timekeeper with four all-new Vault Hunters, billions of weapons, and brand new traversal mechanics
September 12, 2025 – Today, 2K and Gearbox Software announced that Borderlands®4, the definitive looter-shooter and latest entry in the genre-defining Borderlands franchise, is now available worldwide for PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store. Borderlands 4 for Nintendo Switch™ 2 will be available on Friday, October 3, 2025.
“On September 12, Borderlands 4 puts the mayhem back into the hands of the fans – the people who made Borderlands a worldwide phenomenon,” said Gearbox founder and president Randy Pitchford. “Borderlands has always been a wild ride we at Gearbox take with our fans, and with Borderlands 4 we’ve given everything we’ve got to make it the biggest and best game we have ever created.”
Across the vast and seamlessly connected planet of Kairos, players will face the oppressive Timekeeper. For thousands of years, he kept the planet hidden, controlling its inhabitants with cybernetic implants called Bolts and an army of synthetic soldiers known as The Order.
Players will travel across the planet where they’ll encounter new and returning characters, creatures and inhabitants to battle, and unique factions spread across four distinct regions that seek freedom from tyranny. The friends discovered along the way will be recruited by players to their cause while enemies will experience first-hand the arsenal of weapons and abilities wielded by the Vault Hunters.
Borderlands 4 is the boldest Borderlands to date, lovingly handcrafted by the development studio that first forged the looter shooter genre. The title evolves the series’ gameplay and storytelling in new ways while delivering on the quintessential Borderlands experience fans know and love, including:
Intense action, badass Vault Hunters, and billions of wild and deadly weapons on an all-new planet ruled by a ruthless tyrant;
The deepest and most diverse Vault Hunter skill trees of any Borderlands title yet, giving players an unprecedented level of expression through their builds. Paired with the most expansive loot chase yet, players will have all the tools they need to seek out and perfect the build that best matches their style;
Players can seamlessly travel between zones and become immersed in a more dynamic world featuring events and discoverable side missions that encourage and reward exploration;
New traversal mechanics add to the exploration for loot and add new dimensions to combat. A Digirunner vehicle that can be summoned almost anywhere will have players racing across the beautiful vistas of Kairos in style;
Fight solo or in co-op with up to four players in this immense sci-fi adventure, packed with free-form combat and exploration, pulse-pounding boss fights, infinitely varied loot drops, and an eclectic cast of unforgettable characters new and old.
Borderlands 4 makes it easier than ever for friends to jump into co-op multiplayer with a new system for players to form parties online and stay together when switching game modes.* Designed for co-op from the ground up, Borderlands 4 features instanced loot for each player, dynamic level scaling, and individual difficulty to keep the party together and having fun through the whole campaign.
Additionally, players can look forward to a robust roadmap of free and paid post-launch content rolling out following the launch of Borderlands 4. More details can be found on www.borderlands.com.
Borderlands 4 offers three editions of the game: Standard Edition, Deluxe Edition, and Super Deluxe Edition.
The Standard Edition includes the base game and is available for AUD$119.95 / NZD$129.95 on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and for AUD$109.95 / NZD$119.95 on PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store.
The Deluxe Edition features a variety of bonus items and is available forAUD$159.95 / NZD$169.95on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store.
This edition includes the Bounty Pack Bundle**, featuring four separate post-launch DLC packs, each with distinct areas, new missions, and unique bosses; four Vault Cards with unique challenges and rewards; new gear and weapons; four new vehicles, and Vault Hunter cosmetics; and the Firehawk’s Fury Weapon Skin.
The Super Deluxe Edition includes all bonus digital content from the Deluxe Edition and is available for AUD$199.95 / NZD$209.95 on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store.
This edition also includes the Vault Hunter Pack***, featuring two new Story Packs, each featuring a new Vault Hunter, story, and side missions; two new map regions; new gear and weapons; more Vault Hunter cosmetics; and new ECHO-4 cosmetics.
Additionally, it offers the Ornate Order Pack with four Vault Hunter Skins, four Vault Hunter Heads and four Vault Hunter Bodies.
Once purchased on Steam or Epic Games Store, the game will also be available to play on NVIDIA GeForce NOW. Download NVIDIA’s new GeForce Game Ready Driver to optimise your experience in Borderlands 4.
Borderlands 4 is rated MA15+ in Australia and New Zealand.
For the latest information on Borderlands 4, wishlist the game, visit www.borderlands.com.
Gearbox Software is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).
*Online play requires an Internet connection, and cross-play requires a SHiFT Account. Console online play requires a separate paid subscription. Terms apply.
**Borderlands 4 Bounty Pack Bundle consists of four separate post-launch DLC packs. The Bounty Pack Bundle is included with the Deluxe and Super Deluxe Editions of Borderlands 4. The Bounty Pack Bundle, and the individual DLC packs that make up the bundle, will also be available for separate purchase at launch (base game required). Exact release timings of each DLC pack to be announced at a later date and will be subject to change. Terms apply.
***Borderlands 4 Vault Hunter Pack consists of two separate post-launch DLC packs. The Vault Hunter Pack is included with Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition. The Vault Hunter Pack, and the individual DLC packs that make up the bundle, will also be available for separate purchase at launch (base game required). Exact release timings of each DLC pack to be announced at a later date and will be subject to change. Terms apply.
“PlayStation” and “PS5” are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment.
About Take-Two Interactive Software
Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. We develop and publish products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga. Our strategy is to create hit entertainment experiences, delivered on every platform relevant to our audience through a variety of sound business models. Our pillars – creativity, innovation, and efficiency – guide us as we strive to create the highest quality, most captivating experiences for our consumers. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO. For more corporate and product information please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com.
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About 2K
Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers, and mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail and digital download. The Company is home to many talented development studios, including Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox and HB Studios. 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA® 2K; renowned BioShock®, Borderlands®, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilisation® and XCOM® brands; popular WWE® 2K and WWE® SuperCard franchises, TopSpin® as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR® 2K. Additional information about 2K and its products may be found at 2K.com and on the Company’s official social media channels.
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Other important factors and information are contained in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, including the risks summarised in the section entitled “Risk Factors,” the Company’s most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the Company’s other periodic filings with the SEC, which can be accessed at www.take2games.com. All forward-looking statements are qualified by these cautionary statements and apply only as of the date they are made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Crawford joins Canelo as a cover star in the lead up to their big Vegas fight
12th September 2025: Steel City Interactive, in partnership with PLAION is excited to announce UNDISPUTED Championship Edition, the heavy-hitting content package following a year of DLC packs, roster additions including current and legendary fighters, new iconic fight locations, and brand and apparel options to customise your fighter. The Championship Edition is the best way to play UNDISPUTED and will be available for boxing fans on October 22nd across PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.
Fronting the cover of this new edition is multiple world championship super-middleweight boxer Terence Crawford. Crawford joins Canelo Álvarez as an Undisputed cover star just days ahead of the clash of champions happening on September 13 in Las Vegas. Crawford is known for his ability to adapt mid-fight, dissect opponents, and finish with precision. Having one of the most complete and cerebral boxing styles in the sport today makes him a perfect fit to front the UNDISPUTED Championship Edition.
The UNDISPUTED Championship Edition will feature an additional contemporary Terence Crawford, and include four DLC: WBC Pack, The Iron & Steel Pack, The Mexican Monster Pack, and a new pack being revealed soon. Also, all existing players will receive the additional, contemporary Crawford for free.
As the first major boxing game in over a decade, UNDISPUTED redefines the genre with its authentic gameplay, expansive licensed roster, and innovative fight mechanics.
UNDISPUTED features:
Innovative and Authentic Boxing Gameplay: Revolutionary footwork mechanics, including a Loose Movement modifier to help you get around the ring with ease. Punch from multiple angles and directions. Feint to set up a trap and counter. All the tools needed to be a defensive wizard. Slip punches, weave, dodge, and block.
Fully licensed with big-name talent and brands: 80+ licensed fighters from legendary names like Roy Jones Jr, Joe Frazier, and Sugar Ray Robinson to boxing’s modern champions, including Canelo Alvarez, Terence Crawford, and Tyson Fury. An exciting Women’s Division with stars like Katie Taylor, Jessica McCaskill, Natasha Jonas and Ebanie Bridges. The WBC, British Boxing Board of Control, and other real-life boxing organisations.
Immersive Boxing Experience: Incredibly detailed boxer models, utilizing the latest scanning technology. Multiple licensed and fictional fight locations, including Micky Ward’s Box2Burn, Coldwell’s Gym, the WBC Arena, and many more. Realistic damage, progressive sweat, and facial deformation.
Undisputed is available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, Xbox Series X|S and PC Steam.
About Steel City Interactive
Sheffield-based Steel City Interactive (SCI) was founded in 2020 by Ash Habib, along with his brothers Asif and Asad. Formed around the idea of creating the first major, new boxing game in over a decade, the rapidly growing studio now employs over 80 people and has partnerships with the world of boxing’s leading companies including the WBC, Ring Magazine, CompuBox, BoxRec and many other prestigious boxing organisations. During the development of Undisputed, SCI has created innovative, proprietary technology to bring the world of boxing to life like never before.
About PLAION
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Founded three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences. PLAION is an Embracer Group company.
About Deep Silver
Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance. For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com
A demo for Digimon Story Time Stranger is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. Experience the beginning of the story and get a glimpse of what awaits when the game launches on 3 October 2025. Save data from the demo will be transferable, allowing players to seamlessly continue their adventure once the game is released.
Upon completing the demo, players will unlock Adventure Trial Mode in Central Town, allowing them to explore additional areas and dungeons within the vibrant Digital World of Iliad. Please note that progress made in Adventure Trial Mode will not transfer to the full version of the game.
Dive into Digimon Story Time Stranger now by watching the demo trailer
Digimon Story Time Stranger is the latest title in the beloved Digimon franchise. Players join ADAMAS, a secret organisation dedicated to investigating and resolving anomalous phenomena. As a series of mysterious events threatens both the Human and Digital Worlds, players must travel through time to uncover the truth, facing destiny side by side with their Digimon allies.
Digimon Story Time Stranger is set to launch on 3 October 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Retail and digital pre-orders are also live for all platforms.
After reaching 6 million unique players in three months, Rematch scores at retail as the Elite Edition will hit the store shelves on 14 November
Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe today announces that Rematch, the online football action game by Sloclap, will be available in physical copies on 14 November 2025 for PlayStation 5, marking the game’s retail debut after reaching 6million unique players just three months after its digital release. Rematch: Elite Edition will feature the full season 1 content that is planned to be released later this month, including cross platform support.
Rematch: Elite Edition will be distributed by Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe and its subsidiaries across EMEA, Australia and New Zealand. This editionis a content-rich version designed for dedicated competitors and includes the following digital content:
Two Captain Pass Upgrade Tickets
This allows players to upgrade their Free Pass to the Captain Pass, giving access to premium rewards, including new hairstyles, shoes, and clothing patterns.
Blazon player background & title
Make a statement when players see your name with this design.
Blazon jewel set
Show off your bling on the field with this set that includes rings, bracelets, earrings, and a necklace.
Blazon Buckler tank top
A classic tank top with blazon elegance, crafted for those who show strength in every match on the field.
Glitcher trainers
Step into the future with every stride of these stylish shoes that glow purple as you sprint toward shooting your next goal.
Blazon Augmented Reality Cage
Bring each match to life with a vibrant blazon display that celebrates every goal.
Digital Blazon cap
Declare your status, identity and conviction with the flashy blazon design.
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.
For more information about titles from Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu.
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 two studios, Reflector Entertainment and Limbic 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.
Paris-based Sloclap is an independent studio known for blending dynamic, action-driven gameplay with striking visuals in titles like Absolver and Sifu. With Rematch, the team brings its love of combat-driven mechanics to competitive online football.
LOS ANGELES – SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, announced Solo Leveling: ARISE’s 500th Day Anniversary celebration since its global launch with three special events.
The “Happy 500th Day! Check-In Gift” event runs until September 23. Players who log into the game during the event period will receive various growth items, including a [Legendary] Skill Rune Selection Chest, a 500th Day Celebration! Skill Rune Transcendent Stone Selection Chest, Gold, and more.
Available through September 25, the “500th Day Celebration! Artifact Modification Event” allows players to select a Legendary or higher Artifact (with enhancement tier 5 or higher) and reset the enhancement to tier 0. The modified Artifact can be reset to enhancement tier and will be able to be enhanced again. The “500th Day Celebration! Artifact Crafting Event” will be held during the same period as well. Players can choose their desired main and sub options to craft a customized Artifact.
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.”
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 Idle Adventure, Tower of God: New World, Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.
BORDEAUX, France – 12 Sept. 2025 – Wartales, the medieval open-world tactical RPG with more than one million units sold from developer Shiro Games, opens up a whole new field of battle in its latest DLC, Contract: The Fief, arriving on PC via Steam and GOG on 25 Sept. 2025
Take command of a domain of your very own. Enact laws, oversee industry and tradecraft, and manage state affairs as the fiefdom grows and develops. Attend to each district, directing the construction of new buildings for production and culture.
Contract: The Fief merges seamlessly with Wartales’ campaigns. Add new layers and stakes to the experience by managing the fiefdom from anywhere in the world any time your roving band of mercenaries takes a rest.
Watch closely as factions emerge and vie for influence among peasants, nobles, scholars, and clergy. These groups ultimately determine the domain’s overarching identity – will the realm be known for its strict militarism, as a bustling trade hub, or a center for scholarship?
Issue decrees and mandates to shift the balance of power, taking care to monitor the people’s happiness. Each decision impacts the day-to-day lives of the subjects, granting them the prosperity they need to become cultured and wealthy, or dooming them to short, brutish lives of violence and starvation.
“With Contract: The Fief, we’re adding a whole new way to interact with the world of Wartales,” said Quentin Lapeyre, Game Director at Shiro Games. “Players can expand their horizons and rule over their own fief without pulling them away from their mercenaries’ campaigns. The fief is tied into the existing rest system – this way, you can manage your domain from wherever you are in the world.”
Contract: The Fief DLC will launch on 25 Sept. 2025, on PC via Steam and GOG for $12.99 / €12.99 / £10.99 with a 10% launch discount for 14 days. 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.
FUN FACT: CRITICAL REFLEX Games Are Good for the Soul!
CRITICAL REFLEX HQ – Sept. 16, 2025 –CRITICAL REFLEX, indie curators of the chaotic, terrifying, surreal and just plain weird, have finished hosting the first-ever CRITICAL REFLEX TIME publisher showcase. “Hmm, what could this possibly show me, the video game connoisseur who has seen everything?” you may be asking yourself. WELL. From nightmare-fueled horror experiences to action-packed endorphin-generators and anything in between, you missed quite a bit! And CRITICAL REFLEX’s twitchy, erratic, genre-twisting, mind-bending touch can be found on every project. So let’s break it down!
The debut CRITICAL REFLEX TIME featured a host of games from across CR’s new and upcoming lineup, including:
A new trailer for Drowned Lake, the upcoming found-footage-style horror title inspired by Brazilian folklore mixing first-person and isometric perspectives. And would you look at that: you can now sign up for its Steam playtest this instant.
How about Altered Alma, the pixel art dating sim/Metroidvania hybrid with a new trailer and updated Steam demo? Surely you’re in need of a dynamite Metroidvania right now!
The horror mystery RPG HEAVY AS STONEand high-octane horror shooter SCP: Valravnboth have new teasers for you to c o n s u m e…..
Burden Street Stationhas a new gameplay trailer featuring all the wild characters you’ll encounter on this surreal and shapeshifting narrative journey about finding God.
You want a second bulleted list? In THESE challenging times? Well here you go!
Other CRITICAL REFLEX TIME Highlights
The paranoia-driven thriller No, I’m not a Human and chaotic trolley conductor game TROLEUare out now on Steam – go check them out this instant!
The unique lofi nightmare Eclipsiumreleases in just a few days on September 19, and October 6 will see the launch of the folklore horror journey CARIMARA: Beneath the forlorn limbs!
A new trailer for the dice-powered action roguelite GIMMIKO
…Alright. We know what you want. You want your Mouthwashingfix, too, right? Well Mouthwashing is celebrating its one-year anniversary this month, and to mark the occasion, YouTuber Joetastic is working on an all-new Mouthwashing animation! The full video is expected to release later this month on Joetastic’s YouTube channel, but you can catch bloopers and other snippets throughout the CRITICAL REFLEX TIME showcase!
So go and watch – CRITICAL REFLEX TIME is calling your name! Witness the chaos. The spectacle. The glory with your own eyes. To dive deeper into all things CRITICAL REFLEX, visit www.criticalreflex.com.
