TOKYO — August 20, 2025 — Fantasy Maiden Wars – DREAM OF THE STRAY DREAMER –, the bullet hell tactical RPG based in the Touhou universe developed by Sanbondo and published by Phoenixx Inc., brings the biggest Touhou story ever told to PC via Steam on Monday, Oct. 20th, 2025.

Prepare for a battle of the ages as the realm of Gensokyo plunges into turmoil after a series of mysterious occurrences. Select either Shrine Maiden Reimu and Marisa the Magician as Gensokyo’s savior, and embark on an epic journey across the original Touhou Project lore infused with story elements from fan creations.

Rule the battlefield with over 70 playable units, each with signature attacks and lovingly rendered battle animations. Combine careful positioning, strategic maneuvers, and a multitude of offensive Spell Card abilities to conquer each stage and get closer to the heart of Gensokyo’s troubles. Build an optimized strategic strike squad, or opt for leveling up favorite characters for a dream team adventure.

In addition to a story inspired by the best of official and fanmade Touhou Project games, Fantasy Maiden Wars – DREAM OF THE STRAY DREAMER – offers a valuable digital compendium of lore for both veterans and newcomers through its in-game Glossary. Take an immersive look into Touhou’s backstory alongside a 200+ track playlist spanning 20 years of iconic Touhou Project derivative works. 

To celebrate the upcoming PC launch, enter to win one of ten giveaway keys for Fantasy Maiden Wars – DREAM OF THE STRAY DREAMER – by participating in the Follow & Repost contest on the official Phoenixx Inc. X account.

Fantasy Maiden Wars – DREAM OF THE STRAY DREAMER – arrives on PC via Steam on Monday, Oct. 20th, 2025 on PC via Steam with language options in English and Japanese. For more information, visit the Steam page, visit developer Sanbondo’s official website, visit Phoenixx Inc’s official website, follow Phoenixx Inc on Twitter / X, and follow Phoenixx Inc’s official YouTube channel.

Fantasy Maiden Wars – DREAM OF THE STRAY DREAMER – is currently available on Nintendo Switch in Japan for 4,950 Yen.

About Sanbondo

Sanbondo is a Tokyo-based game developer known for their contributions to the Touhou universe, including Fantasy Maiden Wars, Fantasy Maiden Wars Eternal, Fantasy Maiden Wars Dream, and Fantasy Maiden Wars Red.

About Phoenixx Inc.

Established in 2019 by industry veterans, Phoenixx Inc. aims to support innovative and creative developers from Japan and around the world. Its mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one creator, one game, and one community at a time.

PARIS (Aug. 20, 2025) — Piece of Cake Studios is excited to announce that its co-op survival horror game, Dark Hours, will launch version 1.0 on Steam this fall. This one-to-four-player thriller throws players into a high-stakes heist, soon derailed by a chilling supernatural twist (https://store.steampowered.com/app/2208570). 

To mark the occasion, a brand-new trailer has been released, unveiling an eagerly awaited feature: PvP mode.

Dark Hours lets you play as thieves pulling off a daring heist inside haunted places. When your break-in is disrupted by a supernatural event, you and your team of robbers are now trapped with an evil entity. Forget your plan, your mission is to survive. Explore and cooperate to find a way out.

In the new PvP mode, burglars become rivals. Two teams race to complete the objective first while dodging monsters… or turning those supernatural monsters against the other team. Use clever tricks and handy tools to slow your rivals, set traps in their path, steal their loot and make your getaway before they do.

Further information on the release date for Dark Hours and its new PvP mode will follow soon via the game’s official social channels and Steam page.

About Piece of Cake Studios

Piece of Cake studios is an independent French video game development studio based in Paris. Founded by experienced professionals, Piece of Cake creates cooperative and multiplayer video game experiences. In addition, the studio is also diversifying through its label “Piece of Cake Fabulous” to offer new experiences centered on management, simulation and/or strategy games set in imaginary worlds.

Tripwire Presents, the publishing division of Tripwire Interactive, and developer Arctic Hazard today shared a new gameplay trailer for their upcoming Viking-age, turn-based tactical title NORSE: Oath of Blood, during FGS Live From gamescom. Currently in development for Windows PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S, NORSE: Oath of Blood is scheduled for release in North America and Europe in 2025, and is currently available for wishlisting on PC storefronts. 

Additionally, Tripwire Presents announced that the soundtrack for the epic Viking saga will feature songs contributed by Galdorcræft, a dark neo-folk band crafting a sound rooted in a powerful fusion of ancient and contemporary instruments, including lyres, Moraharpa/Nyckelharpa, jaw harps, horns, skin drums, bones, logs, and antlers, woven together with themes of history, nature, and the world of the gods. Their music weaves past and present into a ritualistic and imaginative experience, immersing players in realms steeped in pagan myth, cultural heritage, and spiritual resonance. Watch the official video, and listen to the first track from the official soundtrack, Stígr on YouTube.

From warriors, to legends. The latest trailer for NORSE: Oath of Blood provides the most in-depth look at the brutal Viking combat in the turn-based tactical title, as enemies are hewn by sword and axe. See some of the key residents of Gunnar’s village who will provide crucial services, like smithing, as players work to rebuild and manage their settlement throughout the story, and get a first look at the customizable equipment and abilities players can choose from to create their perfect warband.

Watch the NORSE: Oath of Blood Gameplay Trailer on YouTube

Step into the rugged, untamed beauty of dark age Norway in NORSE: Oath of Blood, a turn-based tactics game that plunges players into the heart of the Viking Age. Embark on an epic quest for vengeance as Gunnar, a young warrior whose destiny is forged in blood and betrayal. After the treacherous Steinarr Far-Spear murders his father, Jarl Gripr, and usurps his high seat, Gunnar’s path is clear: rebuild, ally, and rise to reclaim honor and justice. 

Craft a settlement from the ground up, gather allies from far and wide, and train a formidable warband to stand by his side. Every decision shapes the world around Gunnar, as he navigates a landscape teeming with both danger and opportunity. Face off against rival clans, forge unbreakable bonds, and outmanoeuvre his enemies in tactical, turn-based battles that test players’ strategic prowess. 

NORSE: Oath of Blood Key Features:

• Tactical Turn-Based Combat: Command a warband in tactical skirmishes where positioning, terrain, and timing determine survival.
• Settlement Building & Resource Management: Oversee Gunnar’s Viking village as it grows from a small camp into a thriving stronghold.
• Character-Driven Narrative: Make impactful choices that influence relationships, shape alliances, and unfold the story of Gunnar as he restores his father’s legacy.
• Historically Grounded World: Get fully immersed in a gritty Viking saga brought to life through the epic story, penned by award-winning and Sunday Times bestselling author Giles Kristian, and haunting original soundtrack scored by composer Gaz Bailey and dark pagan neo-folk band, Galdorcræft.

Find out more about NORSE: Oath of Blood on the game’s official website.

LOS ANGELES – AUGUST 20, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, has officially launched global pre-registrations for its upcoming monster-taming action RPG title MONGIL: STAR DIVE. Starting today, fans around the world can pre-register via the MONGIL: STAR DIVE official website, Epic Games Store, Google Play, and the Apple App Store. Players can sign up on their preferred PC or mobile platform to secure generous in-game rewards.

Players who pre-register through the official website by submitting their email address will receive the fan-favorite character, Francis (4-Star Grade). Additional rewards, including Compass of Promise ×10, will be granted to those who pre-register via the App Store or Google Play.

MONGIL: STAR DIVE celebrates the pre-registration launch by hosting a Social Media Follower Milestone Event. Players will receive Compass of Promise and various growth materials when the game’s official social channels reach 100,000 and 300,000 followers. Upon surpassing 500,000 followers, all players will earn a special in-game reward of the Mollumander Monsterling. Monsterlings are a signature feature of the game that allow players to capture and collect monsters, then equip them as keychain-style companions that grants special effects.

In addition, MONGIL: STAR DIVE will be playable at gamescom 2025 through a special collaboration with Samsung Electronics. Visitors can experience the demo on both the main showfloor and The World of #PlayGalaxy event that offers exclusive Galaxy Z Fold7 gameplay.

Developed by Netmarble Monster, MONGIL: STAR DIVE is the long-awaited sequel to the beloved 2013 mobile RPG Monster Taming. For more information, visit the game’s official website.

About Netmarble Corporation

Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights 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.

Stand-Alone TRPG Brings Modernized Gameplay and Timeless Story to Life with Enhanced and All-New Features

SYDNEY (Aug. 21, 2025) – Today, SQUARE ENIX® released a new gameplay trailer for the highly anticipated tactical RPG, FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles. The trailer gives an exciting overview of the game’s moment-to-moment action, showcasing the genre-defining tactical RPG experience that made FINAL FANTASY TACTICS a classic, as well as modern enhancements that make the upcoming release as accessible as ever, including enriched visuals, UX updates, and a sampling of the game’s superb voice acting. FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles is set to launch on September 30, 2025 on all major consoles and PC.

The new trailer provides a quick look at the tactical combat and unit management systems that define the game’s thrilling, yet challenging, tactical battles. Players can also get a glimpse at the game’s robust job system, in-depth ability progression, and deep character systems. Battles will require players to wisely traverse the tile-based battlefield, search for advantageous positioning, and determine which of the wide range of melee attacks, spells and other abilities to secure victory. Recruiting powerful allies and developing their job abilities over time will be key – but be careful, as allies who fall in battle may be permanently lost if aid does not reach them in time. 

Hailed as one of gaming’s greatest stories, players will step into the Kingdom of Ivalice—a medieval world steeped in political conflict— where players will uncover the truth behind the young noble Ramza Beoulve, whose role on history’s stage has been buried from view. The dramatic tale of ambition, betrayal, and honor will come to life with an updated and enriched script with fully voiced dialogue, alongside improved graphics that bring a new level of immersion and playability to the battlefield. Additionally, the enhanced version brings quality-of-life updates like new difficulties, a revamped UI, auto save, and more that make the game more accessible to newcomers. The game features strategic, turn-based combat and an elaborate character progression system that makes every battle exhilarating and filled with unexpected twists.

FINAL FANTASY TACTICS – The Ivalice Chronicles will launch on Nintendo Switch 2™, Nintendo Switch™, PS5®, PS4®, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam and Steam Deck on September 30, 2025. For more information, visit: https://finalfantasytactics.com/.

About Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 203 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 94 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com.

SQUARE ENIX
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Experience the Fan Favorite Tactical RPG Featuring a Strategic Turn-Based Battle System, Deep Branching Story, and Arduous Moral Choices

SYDNEY (Aug. 21, 2025) – During the Xbox broadcast at gamescom, SQUARE ENIX^® announced that the critically acclaimed Tactical RPG from Team Asano, TRIANGLE STRATEGY, is now available on PlayStation 5®, as well as Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC as part of Xbox Play Anywhere, available for purchase at Microsoft Store. Previously released on Nintendo Switch (published by Nintendo), Steam, and Meta Quest, TRIANGLE STRATEGY is now playable on multiple major platforms. Additionally, PlayStation and Xbox players can purchase the title and enjoy a limited-time 30% discount starting today through September 3.*

From the team behind OCTOPATH TRAVELER and BRAVELY DEFAULT, TRIANGLE STRATEGY challenges tactics RPG veterans and those who are new to the genre to determine the fate of three powerful kingdoms embroiled in conflict – Glenbrook, Aesfrost and Hyzante. Players will guide protagonist Serenoa Wolffort and his companions- childhood friend Prince Roland, fiancée Princess Frederica Aesfrost and the steward of House Wolffort Benedict, on their journey to navigate their way through this new conflict.

Dive into the details of TRIANGLE STRATEGY by checking out the official SQUARE ENIX blog here. For more information, visit: https://www.square-enix-games.com/en_US/games/triangle-strategy.

*Sale ends September 4, 2025 at 12:00am UTC on the Microsoft Store and September 4 at 12:00am local time on Sony platforms. 30% discount only applies to PS Plus members on Sony platforms.

About Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 203 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 94 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix, Inc. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com

If you thought escaping an ever-changing town guarded by a giant cop would be easy, the surreal immersive sim’s latest trailer will prove you wrong!

COLOGNE, Germany – Aug. 20, 2025 –Indie game publisher CRITICAL REFLEX (Mouthwashing, Buckshot Roulette), in collaboration with developer TALLBOYS, released a new gameplay trailer for the fantastical immersive sim Militsionerduring today’s FGS Live show at gamescom. The team also announced that the new open playtest for Militsioner kicks off today on Steam and will run for two weeks. Explore a dynamic clockwork town, navigate the colossal policeman’s changing needs and emotions, and use your wits to escape from his watchful eye your own way.

The titular colossal Militsioner demanded that the following information be provided with a few fresh details on what players can expect!

• You’re Always Being Watched – You can run, but you can’t hide from the Militsioner. Everything you do is monitored – from stealing, to vandalism, to being a menace to the local townsfolk.
• Judgment Is Inevitable – There will be moments where you’ll have to decide what kind of person you are – and the town responds accordingly. Maybe you can build goodwill through meaningful conversations and have the townsfolk assist you. Or perhaps you’re more likely to use people as pawns to achieve your goals. Either way, the town always remembers.
• There’s No Such Thing As A Simple Escape – This immersive sim isn’t for the faint of heart. You’ll need to learn the lay of the land, wait until the Militsioner is at his most vulnerable, and put your escape plan into action. But be warned. The consequences of a failed scheme could cost more than you’re willing to pay.

Curious, brave players can jump right into the live playtest today and wishlist Militsioner on Steam. You’ll have to wait a little longer for a concrete release date. But, hey. If Militsioner is nothing else, he’s a patient giant!

About TALLBOYS

TALLBOYS was founded by developers who came together to create Where The Clouds End, an atmospheric adventure game. Encouraged by the positive feedback from showcases, they shifted their focus to Pandemic Express, a multiplayer survival game that combined asymmetrical mechanics with player-driven action. During the development of Pandemic Express, the team grew, and after its release, they began working on Militsioner.

About CRITICAL REFLEX

CRITICAL REFLEX is an indie game publisher obsessed with genre-blending, rule-breaking, brain-melting games. We help devs polish the weird, sharpen the wild, and launch their projects loud. Known for titles like Buckshot Roulette, Lunacid, Mouthwashing and No, I’m not a Human, we champion the unforgettable experiences. Genre is a prison and we ate the warden.

About CR Channel

CR Channel is the CRITICAL REFLEX publishing label focusing exclusively on indie horror. Join the Discord here: https://discord.gg/FrzN8srBfy

Face What Lurks Beneath the Surface in a Village Teetering on the Edge of Its Own Memories

[August 20th, 2025] – Premiering today during the Future Games Show Live at Gamescom, Town of Zoz returns with a brand new trailer that pulls back the curtain on one of its most emotionally powerful features: the Village Nightmares. In this vibrant cooking action RPG from Studio Pixanoh, players step into the role of Ito, a reluctant Shaman Chef returning to a hometown that’s as warm as it is strange—and sometimes, deeply unsettling. 

The new trailer, featured in today’s showcase, dives into the surreal heart of Zoz, where the everyday joys of cooking and community are shadowed by a growing unease. As players forge bonds with the townspeople and explore Zoz’s tangled past, they’ll uncover the Nightmares—twisted manifestations of unresolved emotions, lingering regrets, and family curses that threaten to consume the villagers from within.

Key Features:

• Action-Fueled Combat: Take advantage of Ito’s skills with his trusty machete as you slash and dodge through enemies while teaming up with several trusted companions. Each one has their own unique skills to dispatch enemies.
• True Soul Food: Food plays a central role in Zoz, with Ito preparing meals that allow him to forge relationships with the townspeople. Give villagers their favorite dishes to strengthen bonds, get to know them better, or consume meals to boost stats for future hunts.
• A Town Full of Stories: Many townspeople have their own unique story, and it’s up to Ito to help them overcome personal nightmares. Help legendary heroes, quirky shopkeepers, and even the Boonbola team, a local sports group, all while discovering secrets hidden beneath the town’s surface.

Town of Zoz is currently in development for PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 and Xbox. Stay updated on the latest news by following Studio Pixanoh on Twitter and wishlist Town of Zoz now on Steam.

About Studio Pixanoh

Studio Pixanoh is a fully remote indie studio based in Los Angeles, and employs 26 passionate developers in North America, South America, and Europe. Their goal is to create exciting new experiences inspired by classic games and anime, updated to modern standards. They are driven to create vibrant, unique worlds that bring new and exciting twists to the tried-and-true gameplay we love. They focus on creating experiences that are nostalgic while pushing the boundaries of what the game can offer. Town of Zoz is their first title.

Developer Goose Byte also reveals a peek at the narrative, hostile environments, and survival gameplay in the first in-depth trailer as part of the Future Games Show Gamescom showcase. 

Montreal, Canada – August 20, 2025 – Independent developer Goose Byte and publisher Spiral Up Games have today confirmed the first public demo for THE SIGNAL: Stranded on Sirenis will be released in time for October’s Steam Next Fest. The upcoming PC demo was announced as part of a brand-new narrative trailer for the story-driven survival game, which debuted as part of the Future Games Show’s Gamescom showcase. 

This first in-depth look sets the stage for THE SIGNAL: Stranded on Sirenis’ tone and themes, introducing protagonist Jane who searches desperately for her brother while attempting to survive a strange and hostile planet. The trailer also introduces players to the voice of the planet itself, Sirenis, portrayed by Patricia Summersett, best known for her role as Princess Zelda in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, quickly becomes your companion and guide. Together, you will navigate lands teeming with strange creatures, across multiple biomes harboring deep secrets and dangerous threats. 

Theodor Diea, Creative Director, Goose Byte said: “We are thrilled to finally be releasing a public demo for THE SIGNAL: Stranded on Sirenis during October’s Steam Next Fest. The journey to get here hasn’t been an easy one. We’ve spent years playtesting, and trying out wildly different designs to land on something that we feel has the potential to become the foundation of a truly timeless game. This is our love letter to games like Subnautica, Half-Life, Portal, and BioShock, and we hope players love the world we’ve built with their feedback”

Running from October 13–20 as part of Steam Next Fest, the upcoming demo is a result of more than four years of development, player feedback, and iteration, and represents a major milestone in the development of a survival game where mystery, discovery, and meaningful progression take center stage.The demo highlights THE SIGNAL: Stranded on Sirenis’ survival mechanics, layered exploration systems, and light extraction gameplay. Players will scavenge for resources, craft essential tools, upgrade their gear, and begin uncovering the truth behind Sirenis—and the signal that led them there.

Demo Features Include:

• Narrative-first experience: Play through the game’s opening moments, offering over two hours of story-driven survival
• Dynamic biomes: Explore diverse zones filled with docile fauna, aggressive predators, and remnants of long-lost visitors
• Crafting and building: Create tools, resource processors, weapons, and customisable vehicles
• Extraction gameplay: Venture into dangerous, high-risk environments to gather rare resources… and make it back alive
• Unravel the Mystery: Log entries, journals, and your in-game database help you find what you are looking for…. and eventually piece together the planet’s secrets 
• Multiple game modes: Survival, Explorer, or Hardcore, tailor your challenge

Brought to life through a haunting, original score by award-winning composer Murray A. Lightburn, with a theme song featuring vocals by Emi Evans (NieR, Dark Souls), THE SIGNAL: Stranded on Sirenis, sees players desperately searching for a missing loved one as their ship crash lands on an alien world that quickly reveals itself to be far more than it seems. They’ll need to scavenge, build, extract, and survive as they unravel the true nature of this sentient planet… and the reason it brought them there in the first place.

Kickstarter pre-registration for THE SIGNAL: Stranded on Sirenis is now live, with the campaign launching later this year. 

THE SIGNAL: Stranded on Sirenis is currently in development for both PC and virtual reality platforms. 

About Spiral Up Games

Spiral Up is a global game publisher headquartered in Singapore, focused on bringing high-quality indie titles to players worldwide. Its mission is to discover hidden gems and polish them into diamonds through experienced publishing, marketing, and community support.discussion.

About Goose Byte

Founded in Montreal in 2021, Goose Byte is an independent game studio creating unique worlds and memorable player experiences. THE SIGNAL: Stranded on Sirenis is their debut title, combining survival gameplay, sci-fi mystery, and emotional narrative into one atmospheric journey.

IllFonic honors the iconic 1978 film on PC and consoles in its latest creation coming in 2026

Lakewood, CO – August 20, 2025 – Halloween, the asymmetric stealth horror game with single and multiplayer modes from developer and publisher IllFonic, co-published by Gun Interactive, and in partnership with Compass International Pictures and Further Front will stalk its way to Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam and Epic Game Stores in 2026, as revealed today on Future Game Show Live from gamescom.

Step into the chilling world of John Carpenter’s genre-defining film, now transformed into a suspenseful one-versus-many stealth horror experience. Put on the iconic mask to become the ultimate slasher, Michael Myers, stalking and executing the citizens of Haddonfield one by one, or striving to thwart Michael Myers’ plans as Civilians determined to save the unaware townsfolk before it’s too late. 

Stick to the shadows as Civilians, seeking out Haddonfield residents to warn them and searching for a way to contact the authorities. As Michael Myers, give them a reason to fear the dark and cut the phone lines to prevent the police from ruining his favorite holiday. Whether playing solo in story mode, against bots offline, or facing others in online multiplayer, each mode rewards stealth, strategy, and skillful play. Staying true to the original film, IllFonic masterfully recreates the eerie atmosphere of Haddonfield across multiple maps and authentic locations. With a haunting ambience and score inspired by the legendary movie, Halloween brings the terror home in a new experience that will keep both old and new generations looking over their shoulders

“Working with Compass International Pictures and Further Front has been a dream,” said Charles Brungardt, CEO and Co-Founder of IllFonic. “As rights holders of the film and producers on the game, they’ve shared incredible insights to help us stay true to the soul of the 1978 film. Their tremendous passion for Michael Myers has pushed us to craft something that fans of the franchise will truly appreciate.”

“We are very excited to have partnered up with the great team at IllFonic to finally bring the definitive digital version of Halloween and Michael Myers to video game fans everywhere,” said Malek Akkad, President of Compass International Pictures, Inc. “Gun Interactive is proud of our friends at IllFonic on their newest project Halloween. As longtime peers within the world of horror, we are excited to lend a hand to their team as needed to see their vision come to light. Seeing them pour all their efforts into honoring an IP near and dear to so many horror fans, we’re happy to help ensure players get to experience the world of Halloween that they’ve built. We can’t wait to see folks in Haddonfield,” Gun Interactive shared.

Halloween will unleash Michael Myers onto Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam and Epic Game Stores in 2026. 

To dig deeper into IllFonic and its titles, visit IllFonic’s official website and follow the game’s official socials on X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, Reddit, and join their official Discord to get the latest news as development continues.

© 2025 Compass International Pictures, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Halloween and Michael Myers are trademarks of Compass. Game software excluding Compass International Pictures, Inc. elements: ©2025 IllFonic, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Developed by IllFonic, Inc. IllFonic® and the IllFonic Logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of IllFonic, Inc. throughout the world. © 2025 Gun Media Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Gun Media™ and the Gun Media™ logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Gun Media Holdings, Inc. throughout the world.

About IllFonic

Founded in 2007, IllFonic is an independent video game developer with studios in Lakewood, Colorado and Tacoma, Washington. Our staff is composed of video game, music, and technology veterans redefining how games are made and marketed. Titles and collaborations include Killer Klowns From Outer Space: The Game, Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed, Predator: Hunting Grounds, Arcadegeddon, Friday the 13th: The Game, Dead Alliance, Star Citizen, Evolve, Armored Warfare, and Nexuiz.

For more information visit www.illfonic.com

About Gun Interactive

Gun can best be described as a concept design studio and publisher, with an unrelenting vision and authentic approach to crafting some of the most popular horror experiences gaming has seen to date. 

Founded in 2010, Gun has grown into a diverse team of people from a wide variety of professional backgrounds. As a creative house, we’re responsible for over $200M+ in revenue and 20M players across our compact, but impressive portfolio.

For more information visit: www.guninteractive.com

About Compass International Pictures

Compass International Pictures, Inc. (a subsidiary of Trancas International Films, Inc.), is the iconic Producer of the original 1978 classic, “John Carpenter’s Halloween,” which continues to this day managing the rights to this classic film and the original slasher, Michael Myers.

For more information, visit https://www.trancasfilms.com

About Further Front

Further Front pushes the boundaries in the world of licensing, merchandise, digital and live entertainment, bringing years of experience in numerous entertainment fields to consult on, produce, and deliver compelling and immersive experiences around the world. For more information, visit https://www.furtherfront.com