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Dark Visual Novel Card RPG Forsaker: DingDing & Blade Launches on PC Sept. 24

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9, Sept., 2025 – Forsaker: DingDing & Blade, the visual novel × strategy card adventure developed by BladeLantern Studios and published by Infini Fun, launches on Steam for PC on Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025.

On the war-torn continent of Herl, there exists a cursed race known as the Forsakers—beings who share the form of humans, yet are burdened with the instinct to devour their own kind. Papeti, the heroine of the story, is one of them. She longs for freedom and love, but her journey is destined to be a struggle for survival within a world of betrayal and bloodshed.

Told through POV-style narration, the story of Papeti and the Forsakers unravels through an epic storyline of more than 200,000 words, in a hand-painted, gothic fantasy art style. Initially separate character storylines eventually converge, revealing the shocking truth hidden behind the world’s facade. 

Experience deckbuilding card battles that enable offense, defense, and support playstyles. Unlock allies throughout the story to unleash devastating strategies. Roguelike elements with randomized routes, events, and enemies ensure each run is a fresh and challenging experience. Or, turn on “Lazy Mode,” and experience the game as a pure visual novel, focusing on the choices and emotional bonds between characters.

Forsaker: DingDing & Blade launches Wednesday, Sept. 24 on Steam for PC for $10.99 with a 10% launch discount for the first seven days.

For more information, follow the official Forsaker: DingDing & Blade Twitter/X account, and visit the Infini Fun website and follow on Twitter/X.

About BladeLantern Studios

Formed by the content producer of Gemini’s Tale 2: Bloodline Oath and the lead artist of the Gemini’s Tale series, BladeLantern Studios is a new team dedicated to one mission—telling powerful stories. Their debut title promises a dark yet beautiful journey into a world of blood, choices, and fate.

About Infini Fun

Founded in 2024, Infini Fun is a new publisher with a combined 15 years of games industry experience. With expertise across funding, technical support, and design, their dedicated team aims to create a portfolio of high-quality titles across PC and console platforms.

Thirdverse Announces Closed Beta for “Hello Kitty Skyland,” an Unprecedented Social VR Game Featuring Sanrio Characters

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Applications for beta testers now open!

TOKYO, Japan – September 9, 2025 – Thirdverse, Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo; CEO: Masaru Ohnogi”) today announced the upcoming Closed Beta Test (CBT) for the groundbreaking social VR game “Hello Kitty Skyland,” where players can experience new adventures and make friends with beloved Sanrio characters.

Closed Beta Test Overview

  • Testing Schedule: Scheduled for late-September 2025 (exact dates will be announced on the Discord testers’ channel)
  • Supported Devices: Meta Quest 2, 3, 3S
  • Number of Testers: Up to 500
  • How to Apply: Register via the official Discord (application form link available there)

https://discord.gg/hellokittyskyland
 
Note: If applications exceed capacity, participants will be selected by lottery. All selected testers will be contacted by email.

Purpose of the Closed Beta

In this Closed Beta Test, players will have the opportunity to try out the core multiplayer mechanics and game loops in “Hello Kitty Skyland” ahead of launch. Feedback gathered via surveys and Discord will be used to further refine the UX, controls, and gameplay experience.

  • Message from the Executive Producer, Masaru Ohnogi, CEO, Thirdverse Inc.
    “We are thrilled to let Sanrio fans and VR gamers experience the world of Hello Kitty Skyland ahead of release. All feedback will help us craft a world that will be loved by many.”
  • Game Overview
    Hello Kitty Skyland is an innovative social VR game set in a virtual world called “SKYLAND,” where Sanrio characters live. Players from around the world can gather to enjoy a variety of activities and interactions unlike anything seen before in Hello Kitty games. In addition to immersive encounters with Sanrio characters in VR, the game offers multiplayer experiences that make full use of your hand controls, as well as features such as item crafting and customization of both your personal space and avatar, delivering the unique appeal of VR. Through extensive customization, cooperation, and competition, players can enjoy a truly diverse range of experiences

    What’s Next
    Stay tuned for updates via our official website and social media channels, including the latest development news and recruitment for beta testers. We look forward to welcoming you to this new world.

    About Thirdverse, Co., Ltd.
    Thirdverse is a XR game studio with a vision to create a new virtual world where one billion people can live. With development bases in Japan and San Francisco, the studio is committed to delivering immersive XR gaming experiences to a global audience. Its latest title, Hello Kitty Skyland, signals the beginning of broader collaborations that blend beloved characters with cutting-edge social gameplay.

Gambit Digital Makes Its Move: A New Publisher Built by Developers, for Developers

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Gambit Digital, a new publishing force headquartered in Montreal, Quebec, today announced its official launch. Founded by a team of studio heads and publishing leaders, Gambit Digital combines the agility of independent creators with the experience of industry veterans who have helped shape world-class publishing organizations.

Gambit Digital is part of the Indie Asylum, Montreal’s collaborative indie ecosystem that brings together over 200 developers across 18 studios. Born from the same spirit of cooperation and bold creativity, Gambit Digital extends that vision into the publishing arena, giving developers the tools, support, and strategic edge to thrive in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

A New Kind of Publisher

  • Traditional Investment & Publishing — Project-based support to help bring games from concept to launch.
  • Shadow Publishing — Providing publishing muscle while allowing studios to remain publisher of record.
  • Console Porting & Publishing — With an in-house porting team, Gambit ensures high-quality console releases delivered by developers who understand the craft.
  • Post-Launch Growth — Taking released titles further with expanded regions, new sales channels, and creative commercial opportunities to drive lasting revenue.

Built by Developers, Powered by Publishers
Unlike many traditional publishing houses, Gambit Digital is run by people who know what it takes to build and scale studios. Its founding team includes leaders who created their own successful studios, alongside veterans who have led the growth of leading global publishers. Spearheaded by Zac Antonaci, Chad Young and Kevin Chancey, the publishing division have released some of the most iconic titles of recent decades and sold tens of millions of copies globally. This unique mix ensures that Gambit Digital understands both sides of the equation: the challenges developers face and the opportunities that publishers can unlock.

“Publishing today has to be more than a transaction—it has to be a long-term partnership,” Zac Antonaci, CEO. “At Gambit Digital, we’re focused on helping and working hand in hand with developers not just to launch their games, but to build sustainable long-term momentum. From porting to post-launch growth, our mission is to expand possibilities and give studios the tools and opportunities to thrive in an ever-changing global market.” 

“Gambit Digital exists to tilt the playing field in favor of developers,” said Chris Chancey – Co founder. “We’re builders ourselves. We know what it means to take risks, to scale up, and to find the right partners. Gambit is here to give studios the choice, flexibility, and firepower to succeed—without losing sight of why we make games in the first place.”

About Gambit Digital

Based in Montreal, Quebec, Gambit Digital is a new kind of publisher: fast, fearless, and built for what’s next. Founded by a unique blend of both studio founders and publishing veterans, we know what it takes to both make and promote games—and we work side by side with the people who craft them. As part of Montreal’s Indie Asylum, home to 200+ developers and 18 studios, we’re rooted in collaboration and creativity, and now we’re backing bold games and the teams behind them.

2025 Game Devs of Color Expo Begins Next Week

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The tenth annual conference will be held online September 16-19

September 9, 2025 – Game Devs of Color Expo (GDoCExpo), now in its tenth year, will take place next week, running September 16-19. Organized by the 501(c)(3) nonprofit Game Devs of Color, the four‑day event will feature live panels, developer interviews, and new game announcements. 

The full event schedule can be viewed here: https://gdoc.events/2025schedule 

GDoCExpo Direct

Game Devs of Color Expo will kick off on September 16 at 1 p.m. PDT / 4 p.m. EDT with the GDoCExpo Direct, featuring more than 30 new game announcements from creators of color. The showcase will be broadcast live on the GDoCExpo YouTube channel

Watch Parties

In addition to the virtual program, in‑person watch parties are returning this year in New York City, Pittsburgh, Rochester, Poughkeepsie, Portland, and more. Visit the Watch Party page here for more details.

Steam Sale

The Game Devs of Color Expo Steam Sale will also be live during the conference starting on September 16, with hundreds of demos and discounted games.

Grants

Thanks to the support of the New York City Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment (NYC MOME) and No More Robots, GDoCExpo will award three $7,000 no‑strings development grants to creators of color. The recipients of the grants will be awarded on September 19. Since 2019, GDoCExpo has awarded a total of $405,000 in grants to game creators of color.

 “We are proud to continue our partnership with the Game Devs of Color Expo this year, on its 10th anniversary! We will not only be presenting ‘Made in NY’ grants to up and coming game developers, but also supporting the expo’s viewing party – a gathering of NYC’s digital game community,” said Commissioner of the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment, Pat Swinney Kaufman. “These grants exemplify this administration’s continued work to uplift and expand NYC’s digital games industry, and make it accessible to all New Yorkers.”

Tickets

Tickets for the 2025 GDoCExpo are on sale now, with need‑based tickets available by applying through this form.

GDoCExpo is made possible thanks in part to its 2025 sponsors: Clever Endeavour Games, Fellow Traveller, Ghost Town Games, Isometricorp Games, Young Horses, NYC MOME, and more. Community support remains vital: donations via the Givebutter fundraiser help underwrite future programming.

Since its inception in 2016, GDoCExpo has built a reputation as a welcoming and inclusive space where developers can exchange knowledge, showcase their work, and find new opportunities in the industry. The event fosters genuine conversations and connections that extend beyond the expo, creating lasting relationships among attendees.

About Game Devs of Color Expo

Game Devs of Color Expo is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to amplifying the creative power held by people of color in games. Creators of color make great games but are often pushed to the margins. We fight to create a better games industry that is intersectional and equitable by organizing revolutionary events, uniting our vibrant community, and building access to knowledge, funding, and opportunities.

Capybara Survival Game ‘Extremely Powerful Capybaras’ launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and Nintendo Switch September 25th

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Waddle, don’t run, as you fight for your survival alone or with friends in this frantic roguelite bullet heaven!

Las Vegas, NV, September 9, 2025 – After obliterating hordes of bipedal fish heads and drooling zombies on PC, PM Studios™ is thrilled to announce the adorable Extremely Powerful Capybaras™ is coming to consoles! The beloved bullet heaven capybara game launches on September 25, 2025 for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch™, bringing all the chill chaos and content of the popular PC version – including the fan-favorite Cursed Gardens update – to console gamers everywhere.

“We’ve seen capybaras star in lo-fi playlists, hot springs videos, plush toys – they are one of the internet’s most beloved creatures even with daily meme accounts. Their chill energy resonates globally, and that’s exactly what inspired the game.” states Ami Blaire, CMO, PM Studios. “With Extremely Powerful Capybaras, the team took that unexpected charm and cranked it up into something wild, chaotic and unforgettable. It’s a survival game that is oddly wholesome and delivers a kind of joy only a capybara can bring.”

They’re here to chew grass and kick some…well, you know…and they’re fresh out of grass! Step into the paws of the world’s relaxed ( an unexpectedly powerful) animal in this over-the-top, high-speed roguelite bullet heaven where you are the storm. Whether you are vibing solo or with up to three friends in local or online co-op party mode, Extremely Powerful Capybaras lets you unleash capybara mayhem as you blast through relentless waves of bizarre enemies, collect absurdly powerful weapons, and stack ridiculous capybara evolutions to become an unstoppable force of fur and fury. No two runs are ever the same in this fast-paced frenzy where cute meets chaos.

Game Features:

  • Capybaras, Assemble – Unleash the capy-power with a diverse range of capybara heroes, each boasting unique classes, weapons, and combat styles! Whether you’re a mighty Warrior or a melodious Bard, prepare to face hordes of enemies in style!
  • Solo or Squad up – Are you a lone capy-warrior or a squad commander? Take on the adventure solo or team up with your capy-comrades through Online or Local Co-op for a fur-ocious fight!
  • Stack It Your Way – Every run brings a fresh set of randomized skills and passives! Pick the perfect combo to complement your capy-build and make each run a unique and thrilling experience. Mix, match, and conquer!
  • Capy-Coins and Custom Builds – Earn coins and visit the Upgrade Shop to exchange your well-earned coins for powerful ability upgrades. Enhance your gameplay, optimize your strategies, and unleash even greater capy-chaos!
  • The Cursed Gardens – Launch day content includes all major updates from the PC sku, including new monsters, elite enemies and trap-ridden arenas.

Extremely Powerful Capybaras is developed by Lisbon-based Studio Bravarda and is coming to PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch™ on September 25, 2025, with online play coming to Xbox shortly after launch!

About PM Studios
PM Studios is a game developer and publisher dedicated to championing indie innovation and delivering bold, unforgettable gaming experiences to players around the world. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Las Vegas, with international operations in Seoul, Korea, PM Studios brings deep expertise in development, distribution, and publishing — with a growing slate of acclaimed titles and popular franchises across console, PC, and mobile.

At PM Studios, creativity comes without compromise. We empower creators, connect communities, and invite players everywhere to unleash their wonder. Come play. www.pm-studios.com

About Studio Bravarda

Based in Lisbon, Portugal, Studio Bravarda is a dynamic game development company founded by a group of Brazilian partners. Focused on creating premium indie games infused with Brazilian culture and experiences, Studio Bravarda’s mission is to deliver unique narratives. Their debut game, “Sky Caravan,” received accolades in both Brazilian and international festivals.

Strange Scaffold’s Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3 Coming to Xbox and iOS

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The match-3 survival-horror comedy RPG Metroidvania arrives on Xbox Series X|S on September 17, and iOS on October 28

El Paso, TX – September 9, 2025 – Developer Strange Scaffold (I Am Your Beast, CLICKOLDING, El Paso, Elsewhere), in partnership with publisher Frosty Pop, are excited to announce that Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3is coming to Xbox Series X|S on September 17 and iOS later this year on October 28. This follows the successful PC launch via Steam this summer.

Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3 (CRDM3) is an unholy cocktail of genres: match-3, survival horror, choice-driven narrative, RPG, and just plain weird. As J.J. Hardwell, players investigate a decrepit mansion plagued by unusual dinosaur activity, only to discover they are trapped inside a video game.

CRDM3 Launch Trailer: https://youtu.be/PFvRnvcxGSY 

As a sequel to a game series that doesn’t exist, complete with lore and a fictional development team, CRDM3 “commits to the bit” so hard it hurts. With razor-sharp game development satire, CRDM3 is a bizarre, side-splitting adventure about the way creations can take on a life of their own — and the bright futures the games industry fails to even try to explore.

About Strange Scaffold

Strange Scaffold is the development label of Xalavier Nelson Jr., known for his work as a leading developer on CLICKOLDING, El Paso, Elsewhere, I Am Your Beast, Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator, and dozens of other critically acclaimed projects. For more information on Strange Scaffold, visit strangescaffold.com.
 

About Frosty Pop

Frosty Pop has developed over 30 playful original video games for Netflix Games, Apple Arcade, Nintendo Switch, Steam, the App Store, and Google Play. The studio was founded in 2014 by Faisal Sethi in Vancouver, British Columbia, and has been fully remote and distributed since its inception. Visit Frosty Pop for more information.

DEBUT: MERCEDES-BENZ TRUCKS JOIN FARMING SIMULATOR 25 – OFFICIAL PACK NOW AVAILABLE

Publisher and developer GIANTS Software proudly announces the arrival of a long-awaited milestone in Farming Simulator 25: the Mercedes-Benz Trucks Pack is now available. Celebrating a brand-new partnership with Daimler Truck AG, this pack delivers a fleet of iconic trucks and tools fans have dreamed of for years.

17 Machines & Implements Ready for the Field

The spotlight is on the Unimog of Mercedes-Benz, a celebrated all-rounder, and the MB-trac, a powerhouse of traction and durability. These are joined by top-tier trucks like the Actros L and Arocs, paired with the TECTRUM RS21 and RS26 roll-off tipper by Meiller, Alliance tires for the Heizomat truck, plus a robust range of tools from Fliegl, Sirch, and Stoll. Included in the Pack:

  • Mercedes-Benz – Actros L + Meiller – TECTRUM RS21
  • Mercedes-Benz – Arocs + Meiller – TECTRUM RS26
  • Mercedes-Benz – Bumper
  • Mercedes-Benz – MB-trac 700-900
  • Mercedes-Benz – MB-trac 1000-1100
  • Mercedes-Benz – MB-trac 1100-1500
  • Mercedes-Benz – MB-trac 1300-1800 Turbo
  • Mercedes-Benz – Unimog U 530-535
  • Mercedes-Benz – Unimog U2400
  • Fliegl Agrartechnik – Push-Off Container 6800
  • Heizomat – Heizotruck V2
  • Sirch – AgroBox
  • Sirch – Halfpipe
  • Sirch – UNI-Box
  • Stoll – ROBUST 30 HDPM

“Virtual farmers have been dreaming about the Unimog and MB-trac for some time, and we’re thrilled to finally hand them these powerful stars to work the soil,” says Thomas Frey, Vice President of Business Development at GIANTS Software.

Farming Simulator 25 is available for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. A Year 1 Season Pass is obtainable and includes the Mercedes-Benz Trucks Pack, two other packs and the Highlands Fishing Expansion – fans save up to 25% compared to getting the content separately. GIANTS Software will also continue to release free content updates and user-generated content on the official ModHub. Visit the official Farming Simulator website.

About GIANTS Software

GIANTS Software is an international game developer and publisher from Switzerland, established in 2004 and known worldwide for creating the popular Farming Simulator franchise. Self-sufficient with offices in Switzerland (Zurich), Germany (Erlangen), USA (Chicago) and the Czech Republic (Brno), the team is committed to position itself as a leading publisher in the simulation genre, with Project Motor Racing to be introduced to the racing scene soon. The company maintains a global network of partners and close ties with respective industries. Visit giants-software.com for more information.

About Farming Simulator
With more than 40 million copies of the main series sold worldwide since 2008, the Farming Simulator franchise is leading in its genre. Available on all major platforms, the games feature hundreds of authentic machines from renowned brands and offer compelling agricultural simulation with relaxing, family-friendly gameplay. It’s based on the powerful GIANTS Engine – built in-house to provide realistic physics, high-fidelity graphics, dynamic systems and extensive modding support. Visit farming-simulator.com for more information.

© 2025 Published and developed by GIANTS Software GmbH. Farming Simulator, GIANTS Software and its logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GIANTS Software GmbH. All manufacturers, vehicles, machines, equipment, names, brands, and associated imagery featured in this game in some cases include trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners. The vehicles, machines, and equipment in this game may be different from the actual ones in shapes, colors, and performance. © 2025 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC. “PlayStation“, “PS5“ and “PS5 logo“ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Steam and the Steam logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Valve Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other names, trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

World of Warships: Legends brings a Spanish armada this September

This month also sees the arrival of the Shield of Troy campaign with a boatload of rewards, the Golden Tides event bringing new ships, and the return of the Azur Lane collaboration

September 9, 2025 – Wargaming, the developer and publisher of the leading historically accurate, naval multiplayer game for console, World of Warships: Legends, is making waves with its September update. Across the month, Spain is set to be celebrated, with the introduction of new Spanish cruisers, alongside free rewards through a new in-game Calendar and card collection. The Shield of Troy campaign also begins, offering unique challenges that can be completed to earn Commonwealth Premium Tier VIII cruiser Hector. Finally, a Golden Tide event brings new ships, and the popular Chinese naval game Azur Lane returns for another collaboration.

World of Warships: Legends celebrates the arrival of Spain with new cruisers and rewards

World of Warships: Legends welcomes a new nation, as Spain sails onto the high seas with new cruisers available via the Tech Tree line. By completing the Tech Tree line and earning Spanish Cruiser crates, several Tier I – VIII ships can be unlocked, including Júpiter, Navarra, Almirante Cervera, Galicia, Baleares, Asturias, Cataluña, and Andalucía, with a Legendary Tier ship on the horizon. Crates can be earned by completing the Shield of Troy campaign or Armada Española Collection – a card collection that celebrates the Spanish Navy and can be completed by earning Armada Española Collection crates.

A brand-new Calendar docks into Legends known as Bound by Duty, which also offers the opportunity to earn Spanish Cruiser crates. Across three weeks, players can complete daily tasks to earn crates, Commander Progression Items, and Spanish Commander Pascual Cervera y Topete. This new Commander comes equipped with Enduring Spirit, ensuring a damage reduction on all incoming damage. Pascual also has two unique skills under the guise of Forewarned Command, which reduces the cruiser’s main battery reload time when detected, and Honorable Sacrifice, a legendary skill that increases the number of shells in the cruiser’s Ready Rack.

Shield of Troy campaign brings a premium cruiser to the high seas

September will see the Shield of Troy campaign set to begin in World of Warships: Legends, with eighty milestones for players to reach. By progressing through, players can earn a bounty of rewards, including credits, camouflages, boosters, experience, and the aforementioned Spanish Cruiser crates. Those who complete the campaign with Admiralty Backing active can also receive Commonwealth premium Tier VIII cruiser Hector, alongside Commonwealth Commander Harold B. Farncomb.

New ships arrive in the Golden Tides event and Azur Lane returns

Inspired by the rich cultural heritage of the Middle East and North Africa, a Golden Tides event arrives in World of Warships: Legends. Across the September update, players can earn new ships via the store and Sunduq crates, including German Legendary Tier destroyer Sharki, Soviet Tier VIII Premium battleship Mahtaga, Italian Tier VII Premium cruiser Mirage, U.S. Tier VI Premium battleship Kheper, and Japanese Tier IV Premium cruiser Desert Falcon. Alongside the ships, several new Commander guises can also be earned via Sunduq crates, such as Lucky Rami, Zarion Safir, and Khalzar the Sunblade.

Azur Lane returns with dozens of unique Commanders, ships, and skins from all six collaboration waves. The Azur Lane content and free mission are available from September 8 to October 6.

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About World of Warships: Legends

Experience epic naval action in World of Warships: Legends, a massively multiplayer online game where you can master the seas in history’s greatest warships! Recruit Legendary Commanders from maritime history, upgrade your vessels, and stake your claim to naval supremacy with or against players from around the world in thrilling and immersive battles.

World of Warships: Legends brings the online naval action loved by millions to home consoles and mobile for the very first time, alongside a host of content and features exclusive to the console experience.

Official website: https://wowslegends.com/

About Wargaming

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry. Its 16 offices around the world include studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, Vilnius, Belgrade, and Kyiv. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Its flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Tanks Blitz, World of Warships, World of Warships: Legends, and World of Warships Blitz.

© 2017 Manjuu Co.,Ltd. & YongShi Co.,Ltd. All Rights Reserved. © 2017 Yostar, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Full Steam Ahead: Monster Train 2 Draws New Cards  & More in First Free Content Update Lost Arsenal, Arriving Today

Content roadmap outlines future free updates, paid DLC down the track for one of the year’s best-reviewed games

LOS ANGELES (Sept. 10, 2025) — Big Fan, a Devolver Digital publishing label, and developer Shiny Shoe are releasing today the first free post-launch content update for Monster Train 2, the acclaimed sequel hailed as one of this decade’s best deckbuilders. The Lost Arsenal update is arriving with the PC launch of Monster Train 2: Deluxe Edition, which offers the base game at a 10% discount along with a digital copy of Monster Train 2’s soundtrack and compendium. Monster Train 2’s Lost Arsenal update will soon be live on all platforms, and the Deluxe Edition will be available on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2742830/Monster_Train_2/).

Lost Arsenal continues the pivotal fight of angelic and demonic forces to wrest Heaven’s control from the invading Titans’ corruption, but Monster Train 2’s battlefield is shifting. Mysterious rooms are appearing that didn’t exist before, and sacred relics are returning to their original guardians, the beloved playable warriors returning from the original Monster Train. Seers across every clan are raising the alarm as a new threat now looms on the horizon.

Lost Arsenal Features:

  • Expand Your Deck: Draw new Room, Equipment, and Spell Clan cards, including clanless Room and Equipment cards. These clanless cards will add more versatility to runs, and new varieties can be found from Merchants.
  • Balanced Chaos: Original Monster Train clan cards have been improved to better integrate with Monster Train 2’s gameplay, along with improved balancing across all clans.
  • New Nintendo Switch Setting: On Nintendo Switch, players can now unlock the frame rate in Monster Train 2. This is primarily intended for players on the Nintendo Switch 2 system to take advantage of the console’s enhanced performance.
  • Full details on Lost Arsenal can be found here: https://steamcommunity.com/app/2742830/allnews/ 

Beyond the debut of Lost Arsenal, Shiny Shoe has charted the course for Monster Train 2 all the way into early 2026; the hellishly cool slate of additions on deck includes new bosses, artifacts, and a brand-new clan:

Monster Train 2 cleverly builds on the original’s innovative, vertical three-floor battle system for a new epic challenge. Wage war against devious enemy Factions by guiding five playable Clans, each with their own strategic advantages empowering alternative battle styles. Boasting an immense array of cards to create synergies and design unstoppable decks with, Monster Train 2’s robust offering ensures newcomers and experienced strategists alike are in for a tense experience brimming with possibility, excitement, and deadly discovery.

Climb aboard the Monster Train 2 express by purchasing the game (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2742830) and drawing future updates from Big Fan and Shiny Shoe on social media (https://linktr.ee/monstertrain2).

About Shiny Shoe

Shiny Shoe is an independent game developer based in San Francisco, California. They are best known for creating distinctive, genre-defining experiences, including the award-winning title Monster Train, its critically acclaimed sequel, Monster Train 2, and their innovative online co-op roguelike RPG, Inkbound. For more information, visit https://shinyshoe.com/.

About Big Fan Games

Big Fan is a Devolver Digital company. We’re a professional group of fans. We love entertainment in all its forms. We love to discover, and we love to share our discoveries with the idea that we can support the creators and fan communities that we are a part of. Big Fan works with some of the best Indie game developers around the world to explore and expand pop culture’s most iconic characters, worlds, and experiences into new and original games that people are going to love.

Collectively, we’ve published a lot of different games on a lot of different platforms, based on a lot of different brands. Like you, we’re really into games. But when it comes to “licensed games”, we think there’s a new approach. One where Indie developers get to take some risks and explore things in new and exciting ways. Find us at https://www.bigfangames.com/

Cronos: The New Dawn – Gameplay

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As a freshly woken Traveler we take on the mantle of those who fell before as we continue searching through the mysterious anomaly riddled wasteland taking on mutated undead with limited supplies all while we try to find rifts to the past in an effort to find out how the world became like it is in Bloober Team’s Cronos: The New Dawn.

Cronos: The New Dawn – Gameplay

Cronos: The New Dawn is a gripping third-person survival horror experience from Bloober Team, set to release on September 5, 2025 for PlayStation 5, Windows, Xbox Series X/S, macOS, and the Nintendo Switch 2. In this dystopian adventure, players become the Traveler—an agent sent back in time by a mysterious organization known as the Collective—to rescue souls from the 1980s, a world ravaged by a transformative plague called “The Change”.

Survival hinges on quick thinking and resourcefulness. Enemies known as Orphans can merge with corpses to evolve into stronger, more dangerous forms unless incinerated directly after defeat. The Traveler is armed with pistols, shotguns, melee abilities, and strategic tools like flame-based weapons to control encounters and stave off these grotesque horrors. With retro-futuristic visuals, bleak body horror atmosphere, and tight, resource-driven mechanics, Cronos: The New Dawn promises a haunting and deeply emotional journey through time and trauma.

Cronos: The New Dawn
Developer: Bloober Team
Publisher: Bloober Team
Platform: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, Windows, macOS, Nintendo Switch 2
Release Date: September 5, 2025

Available here – https://cronosnewdawn.com/

Summary:

Recommended – “Challenging combat and tight resource management fuel Cronos: The New Dawn’s chilling sci-fi survival horror atmosphere even if many questions remain unanswered by the end.”

Check out our review for Cronos: The New Dawn here!

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