New Expansion Now Available for PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S

STOCKHOLM and DELFT, Netherlands – Aug. 12, 2025 – Paradox Interactive, a publisher and developer of truly divine games, today released Archon Prophecy, the latest expansion for Triumph Studios’ award-winning fantasy strategy game, Age of Wonders 4. Available today on PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S, Archon Prophecy adds a heavenly amount of new features and content to Age of Wonders 4, themed around building empires of divine might and fulfilling holy destinies, including a new culture, new forms, new story content, and much more. The expansion is for sale via digital retailers for a suggested retail price of $24.99/£20.99/€24.99, and is also included as part of Age of Wonders 4 – Expansion Pass 2.

Features of Archon Prophecy include:

• New Culture: Build your empire with the help of the Architects – construct vast, magical monuments within your cities and dedicate them to the affinity of your choice to empower your economy and unlock powerful bonuses. Shape your domain and carve your ideology into the world.
• Two New Forms: 
  • Elysian – ascended, heavenly beings that bring a touch of the divine to your realm. 
  • Ancient – withered and bent beings from the depths of history – and other, more sinister places.
• New Narrative Content: Forge your destiny with Prophecy Traits — new society traits that help you shape your empire. Early in your journey a vision will appear, challenging you to define your ruler’s purpose and ambitions. How you interpret it is up to you, but fulfilling the Prophecy will unlock powerful rewards. 
• Two New Story Realms:
  • Rings of Emnora – Enter the hidden realm of Emnora, stronghold of the Archons, in a search for aid in the eternal war against Urrath. 
  • Cliffs of Sordünn – Land on the Coast of Sordünn and explore an ancient land that fell into the endless horrors of the Umbral Abyss. Reclaim the realm from Urrath’s clutches and fulfill a Prophecy that will shape the war between light and darkness.
• Four New Tomes:
  • Tome of Virtue: Empower your armies with unwavering righteousness and bolster their fighting strength until the bitter end.
  • Tome of Prophecies: Weave fate into every moment with prophetic spells and omens that shape the battlefield.
  • Tome of the Revenant: Channel the power of the dead, and take vengeance against the living.
  • Tome of the Archon: Summon celestial allies and ascend your units to the ranks of Archons. 
• New Hero Class: Answer the call of the divine with the power of the Battlesaint. Whether guiding the faithful as a sacred support unit or standing firm as a martyr-like tank, the Battlesaint turns virtue into strength and sacrifice into victory.
• And So Much More, including seven new wildlife units roaming the wilds, two new mounts, five new music tracks from composer Michiel van den Bos, several map updates, new interface skin and many other smaller things!

All players of Age of Wonders 4 can also today download the free Griffon Update, which introduces many new features and quality-of-life updates to the original game. A full list of updates is available in the Patch Notes here: https://forum.paradoxplaza.com/forum/threads/griffon-update-patch-notes.1854826/

For more information on Age of Wonders 4, please visit https://www.paradoxinteractive.com/games/age-of-wonders-4/about.

About Paradox Interactive

Paradox Interactive is one of the premier developers and publishers of strategy and management games for PC and consoles. The players are located all over the world but some of the biggest markets are North America, Western Europe and Asia.

The game portfolio consists of popular franchises such as Stellaris, Europa Universalis, Hearts of Iron, Crusader Kings, Cities: Skylines, Prison Architect, the Surviving games, Age of Wonders and Victoria. Paradox Interactive also owns the World of Darkness brand catalog.

For more information, please visit http://www.paradoxinteractive.com

Narrative-rich beat ‘em up meets shoot ‘em up available across Steam, Xbox and PlayStation for $19.99

Cincinnati, Ohio (Aug. 12, 2025) – The AI meant to save Earth from climate change did its job, eliminating the largest polluters from the planet – humans – sending those who survived into outer space in search of refuge. Now, it’s time to take it back. Four ninja cheerleaders from outer space, Aris, Saida, Ren and Vee, have been training their entire lives for this moment. Now is the time. Ra Ra BOOM is available from debut studio Gylee Games today across PC, Xbox and PlayStation for $19.99, and it is an absolute delight: https://linktr.ee/raraBOOM

Not your average beat ‘em up, Ra Ra BOOM cooks with turbo-charged four-player co-op action, blending classic beat ‘em up gameplay with faster action for modern gamers. Ra Ra BOOM’s unique take arms every character with a ranged weapon, blending shooting seamlessly with the frenetic melee combat. 

Today’s overview trailer goes in-depth on what you can expect from this action-packed adventure with commentary from group leader Aris.

Woven throughout this action-packed game is a surprisingly narrative-rich campaign, with real, relatable heroes thrown into a battle to save humanity. Anyone who has ever been a teenager can relate, even if they’ve never had to save the planet. 

In Ra Ra BOOM, each playable character also sports their own weapons and strengths, giving you four different, explosive takes on combat to find your perfect playstyle. Collect Scrap and use it to choose the abilities you want unlocked to perfect your game in the Scrap Shop. Augmenting traditional beat ’em up gameplay with its unique lane system, Ra Ra BOOM integrates those lanes naturally into its hand-drawn environments, making sure that you don’t miss your mark in both melee or ranged combat.

Ra Ra BOOM’s killer soundtrack doesn’t miss a beat either – with a non-stop score of heart-pounding, rock-tinged beats courtesy of DJ duo Toy District, made up of Gylee Games CEO “Bergs” and partner Dreweybear. Ra Ra BOOM keeps both the energy and the BPM sky high. 

Pine Hoverfly Set Launches Alongside STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar; All Proceeds to Support Vital Conservation Efforts

London, U.K. – 12 August 2025 – Marvelous Europe today announced a downloadable content (DLC) pack for the highly anticipated farming life sim, STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar, launching on 27 August 2025, for Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch 2, and Windows PC via Steam. 

 All net proceeds from the new Pine Hoverfly Outfit Set DLC, which includes a new in-game sweater, beanie and glider will directly support the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) and their crucial invertebrate conservation efforts. To provide an in-depth look at this impactful collaboration, a short documentary which explores the campaign’s journey and success is now available to watch: 

The Pine Hoverfly Outfit Set DLC marks the continuation of a groundbreaking partnership that began in 2020, when Marvelous Europe partnered with RZSS, with the help of Jellymedia, donating to support their efforts to reestablish the pine hoverfly, a ‘Critically Endangered’ insect. The pine hoverfly, once confined to a single forest patch in Scotland, plays a key role in the ecosystem as a pollinator and waste recycler. The pivotal donation enabled the wildlife conservation charity to significantly expand its breeding programme from 170 to 8,000 individuals annually, actively preventing the species’ extinction. For the first time in eight years, adult pine hoverflies have been sighted and are reproducing in the wild.

“The fact that fans can now download Pine Hoverfly content within STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar is super exciting for us, because by doing so, they are directly contributing to conserving a critically endangered species in the UK,” said Dr Helen Taylor, RZSS Conservation Programme Manager. “Species like pine hoverflies are key to the health of our native ecosystems and yet are so often overlooked. We love that Marvelous are standing with us in protecting the wee beasties of this world and that this brilliant partnership is continuing to evolve.”

Chris Jennings, Head of Marketing at Marvelous Europe, noted, “The core theme of regeneration in STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar perfectly mirrors the conservation efforts taking place, bringing a species close to extinction back to ensure future generations can see them in the wild.” He added that the positive impact of this initiative has fostered a desire within the Marvelous group for similar future projects.

STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar is the latest instalment in the beloved farming life sim series, inviting players to breathe life back into Zephyr Town. Players will raise animals, harvest crops, and sell wares from their own stall in the lively weekly bazaar to restore prosperity to the town. The game features picturesque mountainside living, effortless gliding across town using wind power, and a colourful cast of characters to befriend and romance.

The Pine Hoverfly Outfit Set DLC will be available globally, with 100% of proceeds going to RZSS. Players can join the effort to support real-world conservation efforts by purchasing the DLC when STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar launches on 27 August 2025, for Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch 2, and Windows PC via Steam.

More information about STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar can be found at: https://marvelousgames.com/games/story-of-seasons-grand-bazaar.

Experience a lighthearted arcade shooter with toy-sized dogfights in this larger-than-life adventure!

Krakow, Poland, August 12, 2025 | Indie development studio Revulo Games is proud to announce that their latest title, House Fighters: Total Mess, will be coming soon to Steam. A demo is coming soon. The game will also arrive on PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch. In House Fighters: Total Mess, engage in toy-sized dogfights and complete tasks to help rescue other toys in your neighborhood.

Board for departure, it’s going to be a bumpy ride! 

Return to easier times as you recall childhood memories and experience the nostalgia of imagination. House Fighters: Total Mess invites players to shrink down to the size of a toy and into the cockpit. Take on the role of Lieutenant Green, a young, hopeful pilot cadet, and complete aerial missions in everyday living spaces. There are toys in dire need of your help!  Zip through the banister railings from the upstairs bedroom to the downstairs kitchen, complete a wide variety of unique challenges that each room has to offer, and explore special assignments for toys of all sizes! 

Perfect for players of all ages! 

Featuring traditional inverted flight mechanics, House Fighters: Total Mess also introduces distinct, easy-to-pick-up combat controls, simple enough for anyone to understand. Press forward, accelerating and decelerating as necessary, and, in combination, yaw to steer side to side. Even hitting the slightest corners will cause damage to your aircraft, reducing your maximum health. Swap between your primary and secondary weapon fire to shoot down enemy targets, which, when defeated, will leave behind drop items such as additional bullets to add to your disposal. Collect explosives and everyday items left around the house that will aid you in dogfights, such as rockets, bombs, and nails. 

Customize your plane and become the neighborhood toy hero!

Help your neighborhood dollhouse throw a birthday party, or assist the local block builders as they complete a racecar track. Use rockets to light up or interact with various objects, nails to pop balloons, and shift between bombing mode to collect the proper items you need for the task at hand. Throughout your missions, unlock further aircraft types, each promising different stats unique to each, such as engine efficiency, weight, hull, and more. Receive special rewards for completing missions, like wacky stickers and different paint jobs to customize your aircraft.  

Demo Coming Soon – Featuring All-New Updates!

Players will have an opportunity to try out the demo for House Fighters: Total Mess ahead of its official launch. Test your wings in the beginning flight tutorial, try out the flight mechanics for yourself, and experience the first two House Fighters missions when the demo launches soon. 

Gameplay Features:

• Every day spaces become toy-sized dog fight battle arenas, spanning across several rooms, including the bedroom, kitchen, garage, and more.
• Inverted flight mechanics with the option to keybind. Make use of your environment, collecting explosives and everyday items to fire away.
• 13 total narrative-driven missions, where you can help lend a helping hand to a whimsical cast of toys in need
• Aircraft stats system, featuring x total different types of aircraft, each featuring its own advantages and disadvantages.
• Over 7 stickers, 4 paint jobs, 5 airplanes, and 24 colors, to customize your jet with your own sense of style. 

Be sure to wishlist House Fighters: Total Mess on Steam to receive all the latest updates. For more information about the studio, please visit Revulo’s official website. 

About Revulo Games

Revulo Games is a small independent game development studio founded in 2021 and based in Kraków, Poland. The studio focuses on creating simple, arcade-style games that are easy to pick up and enjoyable for players of all ages. Driven by a passion for colorful worlds and quirky gameplay, Revulo Games aims to deliver accessible and lighthearted experiences across PC and consoles.

Cast your spells anywhere in the world as the hit roguelite finds its way to the handheld system.

[August 12, 2025] – Following its June 1.0 launch on PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, Wizard of Legend 2 continues casting its spell as the magical roguelike heads to Nintendo Switch. You can expect all of the features developers Dead Mage added during Early Access and the 1.0 launch when it arrives on Switch later this year!

Grab your fellow wizards and face the Trials together in online and local co-op. Take on dastardly bosses, chaotic environments, and experience so much more content wherever you go with Wizard of Legend 2 on Nintendo Switch.

The action-packed sequel to the acclaimed Wizard of Legend sees wizards assemble from all reaches of the world to test their might in the Trials of Legend in the Floating Lands. Master the elements and persevere through each trial as you stake your claim to the title of Wizard of Legend!

Wizard of Legend 2 Features:

• 4-player Co-op: Team up with friends in seamless online or local multiplayer, supporting up to four players. Online and local co-op gameplay comes with better responsiveness for Arcana abilities, refined camera behavior, multiplayer boss HP adjustments, and smoother item selection to reduce accidental purchases, resulting in a gratifying co-op experience.
• Explore Several Unique Biomes: Venture between different environments, filled with varying foes and bosses, providing dynamic combat encounters and serving as the ultimate trial. Tame the land wherever you go with each encounter as harrowing as the last.
• Master Elemental Arcana: Players can master the elements with dozens of Arcana, offering magical combinations and incomparable strategies to take to the enchanted battlefield. Adapt your magical prowess to every enemy you face across Wizard of Legend 2.
• Expansive Language Support: Wizard of Legend 2 supports a wide array of languages including Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Persian, Farsi, and Turkish, expanding accessibility for players worldwide.

Wizard of Legend 2 launches on Nintendo Switch later this year.  

About Dead Mage

Dead Mage is a game development studio dedicated to crafting immersive and innovative gaming experiences. With a focus on player feedback and continuous improvement, Dead Mage aims to create memorable and engaging titles – such as Tale of Ronin, Children of Morta, and Shadow Blade: Reload – that resonate with players worldwide.

About Humble Games

Best known for critically acclaimed and award-winning hits such as A Hat in Time, Forager, Project Wingman, SIGNALIS, Slay the Spire, Temtem, UNSIGHTED, Unpacking, and Wizard of Legend, Humble Games is Humble Bundle’s publishing arm, composed of a passionate and nimble team that works remotely with a collection of talented global development partners. 

Humble Games was founded on a shared passion to support developers and deliver excellent content and gaming experiences to players around the world, while continuing the Humble mission to be a force for good in the industry. Humble Games is committed to investing in top-quality games, comprised of both new and existing beloved IPs, all while prioritizing and supporting developer partnerships so that they can focus on bringing their creative visions to life.

Sliema, Malta (12 August, 2025)— Prism Studio will invite players to try their new PvPvE shooter, Heptic Arena, for the first time during Gamescom 2025 in Halle 10.1 B078 – C079. In addition, the new trailer showcases the first official look at Heptic Arena’s gameplay, style, universe, and combat mechanics.

Heptic Arena is a third-person PvPvE Arena Shooter set within an intergalactic game show that features four distinct biomes filled with monster hordes and hazards as you fight to extract with the Relic in a thrilling colosseum-style arena finale.

The Heptic Arena Gamescom build provides a vertical slice of what to expect at Early Access launch, including:

• Gauntlet Style Progression – Players must scour the landscape with their team, completing quests and gaining infamy whilst searching for the Relic, crossing paths with competing teams and increasingly large hordes of monsters.
• Four Unique Species: Select from the Shinkarian, Vyrkosh, Zonturi, or Cynos races participating in the Arena, each allowing for a different approach to combat with their unique skill sets.
• Four Unique Biomes: Built to mimic the home environments of the contenders, The Arena features four unique biomes – Alps, Gomidesh, Kortagan, and Yerosh.
• Colosseum-style Arena Finale: Once a team has completed their quests to unlock the elusive Relic, it’s time to head to the central Colosseum to try and extract in an epic finale worthy of the audience’s adulation – Make them watch!

Wishlist and follow the game now to stay up to date, and share feedback in the official Discord server here.

About Prism Studio

PRISM Studio Limited is a cutting-edge indie video game development company, founded in Malta in 2022. Our team is composed of passionate and experienced professionals who strive to bring back the fun in video games and into their daily work routine. Find out more at http://prismstudio.com/.

Once Upon a Time – A Second Time for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and Nintendo Switch

PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC – August 12, 2025 – Millions of battles have been fought, hundreds of thousands of bosses have been slain, but this was just the beginning. The war against evil on PC will soon be brought to the mythical battlefields of the console as Deathless. The Hero Quest arrives on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch this Autumn!

Developed by 1C Game Studios and published by Fulqrum, this highly fantastical reinterpretation of Slavic folklore, lets players choose from four characters as they explore deadly fairy tales that may (probably) cost them their lives more than once. Players will collect cards, battle the mythical beasts of Belosvet (the world inspired by Slavic folklore) and restore harmony in the land once again.
 
They’ll be up against bogatyrs, wizards, sorcerers, humourous little spirits known as nechistiks, and a host of other creatures ready to take even the hardiest of heroes. Adapting to their foes is key, and they’ll need to use every card in their deck if they are going to survive long enough to take down Koschey the Deathless and see how deathless he really is.
 
With over 4 million battles fought and 281,282 journeys undertaken on PC, it’s time for console players to pick up the torch and defend the people of Slavia. But beware, these fairytales might not always have a happily ever after.

Game Features:
 
Fearsome Fairytale Foes: Clash with revenants and khuds, fight a yaga, chat with a vodyanoy, and even befriend rusalkas… or maybe not — those sneaky water nymphs are deadly foes.
Choose Your Own Adventure: Combine, customize, and collect all manner of cards to diversify decks and save the realm. 
Deal or No Deal: Unlock new cards and battle modifiers by the end of each playthrough to make future runs even more exciting, but beware – foes of all sizes can still be a threat even to the most experienced.
A Tale of Four Heroes: Watch as the each heroes’ tales intertwines, complete quest, meet allies and defeat the most formidable foes imaginable.
 
Deathless. The Hero Quest is currently available on Steam and will be launching on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in Autumn, 2025.

About Fulqrum Publishing

Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, that includes both in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing has successfully launched over 100 game titles including the critically acclaimed series – King’s Bounty, Men of War and Space Rangers. Recent releases include such games as Ancestors Legacy, Deep Sky Derelicts, Fell Seal: Arbiter’s Mark, Forgive Me Father, & more.

About 1C Game Studios

1C Game Studios is a development and publishing studio founded in December 2012. In 10 years, its staff grew from 20 to 240 people.

In 2014, 1CGS’s first project, IL-2 Sturmovik: Battle of Stalingrad, was released. Almost ten years later, more than 30 games have been released in the IL-2 Sturmovik: Great Battles franchise. In January 2015, the studio began developing Caliber, an online tactical shooter. In December 2019, open beta testing was launched.

The next major content update invites players to check-in to the entertainment capital of the world 

Watford, UK – 12th August 2025 – By popular request, publisher Wired Productions and developer Pathos Interactive, are bringing the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas to Hotel Architect. Complete with Casino’s, the croupier staff type, brand-new items and decorations, Las Vegas is the next major update as part of the games Early Access roadmap.  

Since the very first playtest for Hotel Architect, the development team has attentively listened to player feedback, turning ideas into features, including: ghosts, the character creator and the copy and paste tool. New decorations, items, animations and quality of life improvements have also been regularly introduced as Hotel Architect progresses through its Early Access roadmap.  

To showcase and celebrate Hotel Architects progress through Early Access, a new trailer reveals what has been added so far and what is to come in the hotel construction and tycoon management game.  

Chaos meets creativity in Hotel Architect, a hotel construction and tycoon management game. Juggle the increasingly elaborate demands of disorderly guests, logistical nightmares and unexpected obstacles in Hotel Architect, an ever-evolving Early Access game. 

Content currently available in Early Access:  

• Five Playable Locations (Gothenburg, Santorini, Paris and St Anton) complete with a full career and sandbox mode. Las Vegas is coming soon.  
• Various rewards to unlock from completing main and bonus objectives across each location.  
• Several guest types to impress each with a unique set of requirements in order to check-in to the hotel.  
• Manage different staff types across the hotel, each with their own set of attributes that positively or negatively impact their workflow.  
• A character creator – to place yourself, or others, in-game! Become a five-star chef, or check-in as a new guest, the choice is yours.  
• Numerous zones to design and decorate across multiple floors.  

Hotel Architect is out now in Steam Early Access, priced at £15.99 / $19.99 / €19.99. The Las Vegas Content Update is coming soon, bringing a new location, zone, staff type and more.

About Wired Productions  

Wired Productions is a true Indie Publisher proudly presenting a diverse range of specially curated games from some of the greatest storytellers and independent developers. Named as “Indie Publisher of the Year” at the MCV / Develop Awards, Wired is home to an award-winning collection of titles including: Hotel Architect, KARMA: The Dark World, DIG VR, Gori: Cuddly Carnage, Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles, Arcade Paradise VR,  Martha Is Dead, The Falconeer, and Deliver Us the Moon. Announced upcoming titles are Beneath and Aaero 2: Black Razor Edition.  

Find @WiredP on YouTube, Discord, and X or search Wired Productions on Google.    

About Pathos Interactive 

Pathos Interactive is a game studio founded in 2015, headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. The company is driven with a deep passion by gamers with an ambition to make the best games, striving for excellence and releasing one quality game at a time. Having released the real-time strategy game, Bannermen, on Steam, Pathos are currently working on Hotel Architect, a management and simulation game.   

Old-School Animation meets High-Octane Chaos as ZOE Begone!™ Launches on Steam, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch 

Las Vegas, NV –  August 12 – Grab your Apples and ready your dash, because ZOE Begone!™ is bringing its hand-drawn bullet hell arcade gameplay to PC and consoles on September 17, 2025. Created by solo developer Retchy, players will step into the role of Zoe – a feisty film-strip heroine, who wants nothing more than to take a peaceful nap. But when the Animator starts scribbling chaos into her world, she must fight back. Armed with run-and-gun reflexes, screen-clearing dashes, and a deeply questionable tolerance for surreal cartoon physics, Zoe must get ready to reclaim her reel from the painted hordes of enemies poised to take her down.

Inspired by 1930s drawn-on-film animation – particularly the work of Norman McLaren – and the golden age of arcade shooters, ZOE Begone!™ blends classic shoot ‘em up design with modern, exciting action – players can shoot, dash, and pound their way through creations of the Animator, who scribbles enemies into existence with the help of a trusty paintbrush and pen. Watch out for the gigantic paintbrush swinging to bring the next wave of foes to life, and prepare for the fourth wall-breaking humor as you blast your way through the chaos. Just be sure to keep an eye out for the enemies that splatter ink upon defeat, and don’t be surprised if you end up with a little mess on your hands! 

The brand new trailer gives fans a new look at the chaos unleashed in Zoe’s world, and can be viewed below.

Destroy the Animator’s tools, blast their creations to bits, collect Apples to spend on power-ups, and reclaim your serene surroundings to help Zoe get the break she deserves as fast as you can (and bag yourself a high score in the process).

Key Features:

• Hand-Drawn Animations: Fully hand-drawn animations, inspired by the aesthetic of the 1930s.
• Frenetic Bullet-Hell Gameplay: Dash, shoot, and pound your way through chaotic arenas packed with enemies drawn by the Animator.
• Dynamic Upgrades: Collect Apples to unlock new weapons, game-changing power-ups, and passive abilities to help evolve your playstyle. Spend them early for a boost now, or save up for big, strategic upgrades later on – the choice is yours! 
• Infinite Replayability: With multiple modes, a wide selection of levels, and online leaderboards, gameplay feels fresh every time you jump into the game. 
• Groovy Soundtrack: A jazzy, reactive soundtrack to emphasize every dodge, dash, and victory. 
• Multiple Modes:
  • Arcade: Players are tasked with taking down the Animator themselves.
  • Time Attack: Race against the clock to beat the Animator as time ticks down to zero.
  • Frame Trap: Fight off everything the animator has to throw at you in an extended boss rush.

A free playable demo is available on Steam now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1266610/ZOE_Begone/ 

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 Retchy Games

Retchy Games is the independent studio of Glasgow-based animator and game designer Graeme Hawkins, known for fusing traditional hand-drawn animation with inventive, arcade-inspired gameplay. With over a decade of experience in experimental animation and visual storytelling, Graeme brings a bold, expressive sensibility to interactive media – crafting games that feel as dynamic as they look. ZOE Begone!, Retchy’s debut title, channels that philosophy into a chaotic, handcrafted bullet hell built from ink, motion, and defiance.  www.retchy.com

Transmogrify your gear and customise your appearance with new Mini Mage merchant

Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, UK – 7 August 2025: Something has emerged from the Monolith. And it wants to… help you look good? Indie action-RPG Empyreal is today adding a free update which introduces a new character who’ll help players to switch up their style whenever they please.

Following the update, players can meet the Mini Mage, who has been forcibly removed from the Monolith for unknown reasons. In return for giving him a home in the Hub, the Mini Mage will allow players to transmogrify armour so they can equip their best gear without sacrificing aesthetics.

In addition, a new Illusory Orb has been added to the Hub, allowing players the opportunity to change their physical appearance at any time for no cost. The Mini Mage also has some wares for sale to help diversify your wardrobe and explore further in the Monolith.

Empyreal launched in May 2025 and has benefited from major updates since launch to accommodate new players and provide a more balanced challenge overall. It is available now on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S.

About Empyreal

Empyreal is a complex and challenging action RPG from Silent Games, where players must enter an enigmatic and ancient monolith to seek out hidden revelations that promise to transform our understanding of creation itself.

Features:

• Stand against formidable foes; your only hope of victory lies in mastering a unique and complex combat system
• A memorable cast of characters, with personal questlines and multiple endings for each one
• A beautiful but shattered ancient world. Explore breathtaking environments filled with hidden details
• Customise your character with a vast array of equipment and collect armour sets that confer powerful bonuses
• Upgrade and modify the loot you find
• Unlock new abilities to personalise your playstyle

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1377700

Empyreal is available now on PC, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S.

About Secret Mode

Secret Mode is an independent publisher and the winner of the MCV/Develop Indie Publisher of the Year 2025 award, Ukie Best UK Publisher 2024 award, and the Debug Indie Game Best Influencer Marketing 2025 award. Our titles include triple-BAFTA-winner Still Wakes the Deep, A Little to the Left, Wobbledogs, Loddlenaut, and Empyreal. We believe that games are for everyone, and that creativity has no limits. We believe quality and fun are everything. 

About Silent Games

Silent Games is a video game studio founded in 2018 by a team of veteran developers. Having spent many years as part of successful teams, the goal now is to build a studio with a specific focus on high quality, complex, and feature-rich Action RPGs that players will enjoy for years to come.