[July 30th, 2025] – Following a standout showcase at Steam Next Fest and a successful open beta, RCADE Corp. and Macaca Games are excited to announce that the latest version of their unique arcade racing-platformer, Arcade Galaxy, will be readily available on Steam by August 15, 2025.

Even in its development phase, Arcade Galaxy already strikes a near-perfect balance between competitive multiplayer racing and classic arcade-style fun. The game’s evolving map-building tool empowers players to design and share custom tracks – ensuring every race feels fresh, chaotic, and endlessly replayable.

Community Power Fuels Launch Momentum
The month of June saw Arcade Galaxy’s free demo dominating Steam Next Fest (June 9–16), drawing many players into its vibrant galaxy of player-made races, puzzles, and obstacle courses. The festival capped off a month of intense creator activation, where top community builders and streamers ignited genuine excitement.

“My community and I loved Arcade Galaxy! We filled private matches, crowned winners with gifts, and had an absolute blast. Great game with a great future!” – ReudigRuediger, Featured Creator

Additional creators like Raimakgames and Bearded Muscle praised the game’s creative potential and fun-first design, with many eager to revisit its “constantly evolving” world. For those curious, Arcade Galaxy will be present at the East Asia Indie Game Celebration 2025 from August 5 to 19, so make sure to show your love and support. 
 

Refined by Players, Ready for Launch

The May to June open beta proved critical, with developers implementing player feedback to polish controls, balance characters, and enhance the game’s accessible level editor. New tutorials, UI optimizations, and physics tweaks ensure both creators and competitors hit the ground running at launch.

Launch Features

• 350+ maps (and counting!) for racing, platforming & battling
• Intuitive tools to build and publish levels in minutes
• Unlockable, quirky animal avatars with unique skills
• Challenging leaderboards with daily challenges

About Arcade Galaxy

Arcade Galaxy is a celebration of imagination and friendly competition. It empowers players to build, share, and dominate a universe of ever-growing challenges – where every player can be a racer, a warrior, or a visionary designer.

Battle macabre puppets in a twisted soulslike take on well-known children’s tale, use your wits to survive sprawling maps filled with threats and relive an iconic anime first-hand with the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup for August. Lies of P, Day Z and My Hero One’s Justice 2 will be available to PlayStation Plus members from Tuesday, 5 August.

PlayStation 15th Anniversary Avatars

As we announced a couple of weeks ago, the PlayStation Plus 15th anniversary celebrations are still going strong, and we’re excited to reveal a few more surprises! Starting Tuesday, 5 August, PlayStation Plus members can claim a special set of 15th Anniversary Avatars, featuring fan-favourite titles like Cyberpunk 2077, Hogwarts Legacy, Diablo IV, God of War Ragnarök, and Twisted Metal, all available at no additional cost.

Lies of P | PS5, PS4

This macabre Soulslike draws its inspiration from an unlikely source: The Adventures of Pinocchio. In this grim reimagining of Carlo Collodi’s treasured tale, Pinocchio is trying to find the mysterious Mr. Geppetto. His journey takes him to Krat, a Belle Époque-inspired city whose humanity has been lost to madness and killer puppets. Pinocchio must battle for survival using a range of weapons and swappable Legion Arms with special abilities. He will also encounter non-hostile characters, but you will have to help him lie to fulfil his dream of becoming human.

Day Z | PS4

DayZ is a hardcore survival game where up to 60 players must strive to endure a post-apocalyptic world populated by frenzied infected and other survivors. DayZ includes the original iconic map of Chernarus and Livonia – the dense 163 km² map which lets players experience the hardcore survival hit in a whole new environment. With no checkpoints or saves, when you die, you lose everything and have to start over.

My Hero One’s Justice 2 | PS4

My Hero One’s Justice 2, the over-the-top follow-up to the smash hit 3D arena fighter My Hero One’s Justice, makes its heroic debut! Make full use of characters’ Quirks as you clash head-to-head in epic battles across huge arenas!

Last chance to add PlayStation Plus Games for July to your library

PlayStation Plus members have until Monday, 4 August to add Diablo IV, The King of Fighters XV and Jusant to their game library.

To learn more about the full lineup, visit the PlayStation Blog.

Keep up with the latest news from PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. 

With wind in their moustaches and well-placed slaps, it’s time for a muscle-packed journey into the unknown!

Sydney, Australia, July 30, 2025 – Microids is thrilled to unveil Asterix & Obelix: Mission Babylon, a brand-new, vibrant adventure developed by Balio Studio, launching on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on October 30, 2025. Our two moustachioed heroes are ready to leave Armorica behind and make their legendary punches echo far beyond their borders. A brand-new destination, some Romans in need of discipline, and their indomitable spirit still going strong!

Our heroes leave their peaceful Armorica for a crucial mission at the edge of the Parthian Empire, a legendary kingdom under threat from Caesar’s ambitions.
Their goal? Save King Monipehni, who has fallen victim to a vile poison brewed by the nefarious sorcerer Bahmbuhzeli.

To succeed, Asterix and Obelix must journey through mysterious lands, gather the ingredients for an antidote… and of course, give a good thrashing to some overconfident Roman cohorts.

A platforming game full of action, laughs, and exotic flair

Asterix & Obelix: Mission Babylon emphasises the fun of playing together, with a local co-op mode designed to take full advantage of the duo’s complementary strengths.
But whether playing solo or with a friend, the experience remains generous and accessible: every player can delight in bashing legionaries, avoiding traps, and progressing through a rich and varied world.

The game features four all-new worlds, each created specifically for this title, with their own unique visual atmosphere, gameplay mechanics, and challenges.
From sun-drenched Eastern landscapes to the mysterious corners of Babylon, the environments are filled with exotic details and nods to the beloved comic book series.

With dynamic combat, epic boss fights, replayable levels, and hidden secrets, the adventure promises to be as entertaining as it is explosive… all delivered with a signature dose of irreverent humour true to the spirit of Asterix. 

About Asterix & Obelix: Mission Babylon

• Play as Asterix and Obelix in a colourful adventure, playable solo or in local co-op.
• Embark on an original journey packed with action and humour, faithful to the iconic Gauls’ universe.
• Explore four brand-new regions with lush environments, from scorching deserts to Babylon’s hidden wonders.
• Progress through over twenty replayable levels filled with tough enemies, secrets to uncover, and challenges to beat.
• Face off against massive bosses and send Romans flying in spectacular, fast-paced battles.

Asterix & Obelix: Mission Babylon will be available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on October 30, 2025.

About Microids

Microids is a French video game publisher founded in 1985, and has become a key player in the international gaming industry. Its publishing strategy is built around two main pillars: adventure games and titles aimed at core gamers. By collaborating with renowned studios and creators, Microids delivers immersive experiences based on popular licenses, allowing players to embark on new adventures alongside iconic characters.

About Les Éditions Albert René

Les Éditions Albert René owns and manages all rights to the Astérix adventures.

• Les Éditions Albert René publishes the Astérix the Gaul comic books.
• Les Éditions Albert René initiates new Astérix projects, including animated series and films.
• Les Éditions Albert René grants licenses for merchandise and promotional campaigns, including those related to Parc Astérix near Paris.
• For more information about Les Éditions Albert René and Astérix, please visit http://www.asterix.com

About Balio Studio

Based in Belgium, BALIO STUDIO is an independent video game development studio dedicated to creating engaging gaming experiences. With a team of over 25 highly skilled professionals, the studio represents the perfect blend of passion and expertise.

Founded in 2009 by the Baglio brothers, BALIO STUDIO has become a major player in the Belgian video game industry. The team has proven expertise across multiple platforms, including PC/Mac, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, and Xbox One/Series.

Our partnership with Microids is a testament to the quality and reliability that define BALIO STUDIO. Our portfolio features games that have not only captivated players but also earned praise for their creativity and innovation.

Developers to exhibit at PAX West in Seattle

PITTSBURGH – 30 July, 2025 — Memoria Wake, the isometric soulslike set in a dream world from developer Team Crescendo, invites adventurers to take the first steps into its surreal world with the first playable demo on PC and Mac via Steam today, with the full game set for release in 2026. Team Crescendo will also appear at PAX West in Seattle from Friday, 29 Aug. to Monday, 1 Sept. to show off the game to the public.

Step into the nightmare realm as Nilo, who finds himself trapped in a dream with only fleeting memories of a lost friend trapped somewhere in the realm. Wielding an umbrella that can strike foes and parry blows, engage in smart, patient combat. Learn to dodge roll when needed and master enemy attack timing to get parries just right and gain energy to heal and use special weapons.

Take the first steps into a surreal world with two unique biomes in the demo: at first, a world full of living toys, like talking rubber ducks and giant teddy bears that need big sewing needles to be repaired. Then, step into a strange rundown university, where manifestations of Nilo’s unpleasant memories start to take shape…

Fight two of the planned twenty-plus bosses planned for the full game. Square off with a giant Feral Cat that uses its reflexes and size to leave no safe areas for Nilo. Learn to parry its attacks with odd timing and heal when needed. Then, fend off the Handler, whose two giant hands require keeping track of two different threats at once… beware to not roll into danger!

“This is a nervous moment for us, as it’s the first time we’ve let the general public go hands-on with our game,” said Hank Xu, founder of Team Crescendo. “But that doesn’t mean we’re not confident – we believe strongly in what we’ve made so far and feedback from the community will only make Memoria Wake better.”

Memoria Wake’s demo is available now on Steam for PC and Mac, with a planned release of 2026. Press and creators interested in speaking with Team Crescendo at PAX West can email [email protected] for further details.

For more information on Memoria Wake, wishlist the game on Steam, check out the game’s official website, join its Discord server, and follow Team Crescendo’s X / Twitter account and YouTube channel.

About Team Crescendo

Founded in 2023 by Carnegie Mellon students Hank Xu and Daniel Stankiewicz, the team began as a small passion project inspired by the games they loved, before evolving into a full-scale commercial endeavor. Now joined by a global team of 10 developers across seven countries, Team Crescendo is committed to bringing its debut title, the isometric soulslike Memoria Wake to life.

Iconic Characters Rick, Michonne, and Daryl have Taken Their Place Within Horror Gaming’s Hall of Fame

MONTRÉAL – July 29, 2025 – Dead by Daylight’s banner year rolls on as the hit horror multiplayer game welcomes yet another game-changing franchise with AMC’s The Walking Dead. From intense character-driven narratives, to unrivalled world-building, to a knack for indelible cultural moments, The Walking Dead has been a staple of the horror landscape for the past 15 years. Now, Rick, Michonne, and Daryl (via Legendary Outfit) will step into The Fog to test their resolve in unimaginable new ways with Dead by Daylight: The Walking Dead, available now.

For both fans of the series and gamers alike, the inclusion of Rick, Michonne, and Daryl is about more than simply leaning in for the chance to play as these beloved characters. It’s about continuing their journeys in one of horror’s most brutal shared universes – one that celebrates their brand of survival and tension, while placing them alongside other timeless icons of the genre.

“Getting the chance to welcome these incredible characters that we all love into the Dead by Daylight universe is a huge thrill for us,” shared Dave Richard, Senior Creative Director on Dead by Daylight. “It’s rare that Survivors enter our game with an existing connection that runs this deep. Not only are they the perfect duo to take on The Entity’s Realm based on their skills and experiences, but they’ve also got this very unique relationship for two Dead by Daylight Survivors which we’re excited to represent.”

“The Walking Dead has given fans some of the most iconic survivors in all of horror,” said Clayton Neuman, VP of Games & Franchise at AMC. “We are thrilled to be partnering with Behaviour Interactive to put their survival skills to the test in The Fog. And I can state with confidence that the Entity is about to find out, it’s messing with the wrong people.”

Despite closing in on its 10-year anniversary, Dead by Daylight is arguably having one of its biggest years to date thanks to an outstanding run of franchises joining the game in 2025. After making a splash in Japan with the extremely popular Tokyo Ghoul Chapter, Dead by Daylight released its most requested, and best performing Chapter ever with Five Nights at Freddy’s. Now, the inclusion of The Walking Dead adds even more legendary characters to the game’s shared universe where Killers and Survivors from every corner of the horrorsphere collide.

Dead by Daylight: The Walking Dead is available now on all supported platforms. 

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About Dead by Daylight™

Created by Behaviour™ Interactive, Dead by Daylight is horror gaming’s premiere asymmetrical multiplayer experience. Trapped forever in a realm of eldritch evil, four determined Survivors must face a bloodthirsty Killer in a vicious game of nerve and wits. Pick a side and step into a world of tension and terror that boasts up to 2 million daily players, and over 60 million worldwide across PC and console. Since its release in 2016, Dead by Daylight had continued to expand its roster of characters to include countless iconic horror properties from film, television, gaming, and beyond. For more information, please visit deadbydaylight.com.  

About Behaviour™ Interactive

Founded in 1992, Behaviour Interactive is the largest Canadian video game studio. Behaviour’s flagship original franchise, Dead by Daylight, has terrified more than 60 million players since its launch in 2016. Over more than thirty years, the company has also established a reputation as one of the world’s most highly regarded external development partners, working alongside gaming industry leaders such as Microsoft, Sony, EA, and Warner Bros. Behaviour’s more than 1,100 employees are located across its headquarters in Montreal and offices in Toronto, Rotterdam, and the United Kingdom. The company’s award-winning culture has been recognized by GamesIndustry.biz (Best Places to Work in Canada) and Deloitte (Canada’s Best Managed Companies), among others. For more information, visit www.bhvr.com.

About AMC Networks

AMC Networks (Nasdaq: AMCX) is home to many of the greatest stories and characters in TV and film and is the premier destination for passionate and engaged fan communities around the world. The Company creates and curates celebrated series and films across distinct brands and makes them available to audiences everywhere. Its portfolio includes targeted streaming services AMC+, Acorn TV, Shudder, Sundance Now, ALLBLK and HIDIVE; cable networks AMC, BBC AMERICA (which includes U.S. distribution and sales responsibilities for BBC News), IFC, SundanceTV and We TV; and film distribution labels Independent Film Company and RLJE Films. The Company also operates AMC Studios, its in-house studio, production and distribution operation behind acclaimed and fan-favorite original franchises including The Walking Dead Universe and the Anne Rice Immortal Universe; and AMC Networks International, its international programming business.

© 2015-2025 BEHAVIOUR, DEAD BY DAYLIGHT and other related trademarks and logos belong to Behaviour Interactive Inc. All rights reserved.          

The Walking Dead © 2025 AMC Film Holdings, LLC. All rights reserved.

PLANO, TX – July 29, 2025 – Robot Entertainment, the independent development and publishing studio behind the beloved Orcs Must Die! series, today announced that Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap is now available on PlayStation® 5. An update to the game entitled “State of Slay” is also being released today and includes a new map, two new traps, and two hero model updates.

The game originally released on Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox Series X/S on January 28, 2025. PlayStation® players now receive the most up-to-date version which includes content and quality of life updates made post launch, such as new levels, enemies, traps, threads, skins, and the return of fan favorite War Mages Max and Gabby.

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap is the fifth game in the critically acclaimed Orcs Must Die! franchise. This latest chapter of orc slaying mayhem features much deeper progression systems, as players grow their War Mages to become stronger every battle and enjoy endless replayability as they face off against hordes of relentless orcs either solo or with up to four players in thrilling co-op gameplay. Players are challenged to set traps, upgrade their defenses, and use their hero’s unique weapons and abilities to prevent orcs from entering the rift, a gateway and powerful source of magic. 

Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap Features:

• Slay More, Alone or Together – Enjoy the game solo or in co-op teams of up to four players – each option provides unique challenges and rewards. The game is designed to adjust to the number of players, ensuring a balanced and exciting contest in any combination.
• Fantastically Powerful Heroes – Find your role among new War Mages, each with unique weapons, abilities, traps, and personality. Each hero is tailored to different play styles and can operate independently or work together with complementing heroes, ensuring versatile and mighty orc-smashing.
• No Two Runs Are The Same – Face intensifying waves of orcs and other hideous beasts with randomized buffs and debuffs that impact your hero, traps, weapons, stats, and the levels themselves. Environmental factors like weather and time of day further influence enemies and your defensive options. As these buffs and debuffs stack, choose to push forward against the growing hordes or return to your castle hub to power up your hero, weapons, and traps before facing a formidable Orc General in a brutal boss fight.
• Epic Combat – Experience enhanced combat where the combination of heroic prowess and ingenious traps leads to unparalleled orc destruction. Engage in tight, responsive third-person shooter and melee combat. Enjoy crazy physics-based interactions and ridiculous ragdoll effects. Watch with joy as your traps hurl, crush, slice, and incinerate orcs in spectacular fashion.
• Classic Orcs Must Die! Vibe – Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap stays true to the beloved humor, personality, and charm of the series. From witty orc chatter to over-the-top physics sending screaming orcs flying, and a strong guitar- and drum-heavy soundtrack, every moment is crafted to keep your adrenaline pumping.

Physical versions of Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap are also available to pre-order via global retailers for $39.99 / £34.99 /€39.99. The physical edition will include:

• Game Disc: Either a PS5 or Xbox X/S game disc, including the latest content and quality of life updates from Robot Entertainment to date.
• Art Booklet: A meticulously crafted booklet exploring the creation of the game, featuring early concepts, sketches and behind-the-scenes insights.
• Supporter Pack DLC: Redemption code for DLC that includes 7 stunning hero and weapon skins, allowing players to give War Mages a bold new look.
• Original Soundtrack: Feel the pulse of battle through blazing guitar riffs and pounding drums with a redemption code to the game’s soundtrack, composed by Phill Boucher.

ABOUT ORCS MUST DIE! DEATHTRAP

Step into the role of a powerful War Mage, defend the rift from the grotesque mob, and embrace the chaos of orc annihilation. The castle doors are thrown wide open to exciting new franchise features, including: Four-player co-op, deep progression systems, rogue-lite build options, expanded level variety and vast outdoor fantasy environments, all with enhanced third-person shooter and melee combat with spectacular physics and more ridiculous orc deaths.

For more information on Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, please visit the official website

ABOUT ROBOT ENTERTAINMENT

Based in Plano, Texas, Robot Entertainment is an independent game development and publishing studio founded in 2009. With a team that has proven experience and expertise in creating games that appeal to massive audiences on multiple platforms, Robot Entertainment is focused on developing titles that set new standards for their respective genres.

Burst Into A World Of Whimsy; Become A Crafty Kingdom Planner, And Adventure With Friends

American Fork, Utah, US, 29 July, 2025 | NinjaBee is excited to announce that their beloved 2010 city-building console classic, A World Of Keflings, is now available on Steam! You can play A World of Keflings for $11.99 USD, €11.79 Euro, and £9.99 GBP – with a launch discount of 10% for the first 7 days. Venture forth on wild adventures alone, or with friends, and engage in playful mischief as you craft, build, and solve problems with your small Kefling friends. Unlock the mysteries of playful Kefling kingdoms as you befriend dragons, help princesses and witches, build kingdoms, emote with your pals, and more in this quirky, cozy classic.

The Return of a Kingdom Favorite 

A World Of Keflings was originally published in 2010 as a sequel to A Kingdom For Keflings. The atmosphere and playability engaged audiences of all ages, and its versatility made it a fun game for casual adventurers and vast city-builders alike. Thanks to its widespread popularity and fan demand, more than a decade later, the original developers are back to rekindle the charm and whimsy that made A World Of Keflings a household name. 

“For years, fans of the original game have been asking for a Steam release,” said the game’s original designer, Steve Taylor, “and it’s a joy for us to finally deliver!”

Adventure Through Not So Foreign Lands

Burst into the world of tiny Keflings as a giant, and use your gift of height to both restore and remodel the world around you. Accept your role as city builder and planner, as you delegate an assortment of tasks to your Keflings, unlocking blueprints and collecting natural resources to improve each world. Craft breathtaking kingdoms with fountains, workshops, castles, and more. There are three worlds featuring diverse Keflings and environments, each with unique experiences and challenges. Embark on exciting adventures galore! Discover and complete quests, rescue the princess, make friends with a dragon, and help a creepy witch in this exciting, friendly, city-building adventure. 

No Need To Make Haste 

In A World Of Keflings, the pace of your adventure is truly in your hands. Progress to other realms or take your time building and enjoying the aesthetics of your local kingdom. There are no timers, death, or enemies to defend against. Chase achievements, complete quests, find secrets, explore Kefling culture, help Keflings tell their stories, or simply wander around this friendly world. Online co-op play is available for up to 8 players! Show your friends your skillfully developed creations and take them with you on wacky adventures. Unlock up to 40 emote animations to perform together. Each player has a unique set of decorative pieces they can build and share with other players!

Gameplay Features:

• Adventure with the squad – Enjoy online co-op for up to 8 players. 
• Build the city of your dreams  – Endless customizable options; trees, flowers, sculptures, snowpeople, houses, walls, and more. 
• Diverse resources and environments await –  Gather a variety of resources, refine, and craft, using unique materials. Each new kingdom holds new materials, new blueprints, and new Keflings. 
• Ask and you shall receive –  Explore and chat with Keflings to learn about thrilling quests and adventures. 
• Be rewarded for learning – Unlock a variety of new and exciting blueprints the more you play. 
• Play in Eight Languages – Fully localized in English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, and Traditional Chinese. 

To learn more about NinjaBee, you can visit their official website. You can play the demo for free and purchase A World Of Keflings on Steam.

About NinjaBee

NinjaBee is a small video game development studio specialized in downloadable games for PC, consoles, and mobile devices. With each game NinjaBee develops, we strive to create original gaming experiences that travel off the beaten path.

Emerging Studio Made Up of Industry Veterans Debut New Title That Features Fast Combat, Memorable Boss Battles and Thrilling Runs With Unique Power Stealing Abilities in An Eclectic World

Gothenburg, Sweden – July 29, 2025 – Today, Thunderful and developer To The Sky announced Godbreakers, a four player co-op hack’n’slash set to release this year on PlayStation 5, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store, and be playable on Steam Deck. Players and their friends can jump into Godbreakers today through a free demo on Steam to get a first-look at the title’s combat, co-op abilities, build depth and fluid gameplay.

In Godbreakers, players are vessels of humanity, brought back by celestial beings to destroy the Monad, an unbound artificial intelligence. Players will absorb enemy powers and turn them against their masters, cancel actions for total control, chain devastating abilities, and take down epic bosses across six eclectic biomes, all while sharpening their playstyle with every thrilling run. 

“As the first title for our studio, we wanted to create a game that feels fast, fluid and fun, where every moment is a chance to unleash chaos alongside your friends,” said Jugo Mirkovic, CEO and Executive Producer of To The Sky. “We’ve poured years worth of knowledge into crafting the best gameplay experience possible in Godbreakers, and we’re so excited to finally share it with the world.”

Key gameplay features in Godbreakers include:

• Frenetic Co-op Action for 1-4 Players – Join forces with friends in fast-paced, chaotic battles to coordinate abilities, chain attacks, and take down powerful bosses together.
• Engaging Gameplay Elements – Weaken enemies mid-fight and absorb their abilities to turn the tide of battle, charge energy, take their power, then unleash a Godbreak: a devastating attack that uses the enemy’s own strength against them. 
• Memorable Boss Fights – Clash with a wild roster of multi-phase bosses, each with evolving attack patterns and distinct personalities, that will test reflexes and coordination, pushing players and their crew to thrive in peak chaos.
• Fast, Fluid Combat with Strategic Depth – Cancel moves mid-action for precise control in real time, and chain together strikes, dashes, and abilities to unlock new weapons with runs to keep tactics evolving.
• Experimentation with Builds – Shape combat style by experimenting with builds and unlocking Archetypes, each with their own weapons and traits.
• Explore Vibrant Biomes – Fight through six surreal biomes, each filled with unique enemies, deadly hazards, and challenges. 

Developed by To The Sky and published by Thunderful, Godbreakers is coming in 2025 to PlayStation 5, PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Players can play a free demo on Steam and wishlist the game today. Check out the reveal trailer here, sign up for newsletters and learn more at the website here and join the Godbreakers community on X, TikTok, Instagram and Discord.  

About To The Sky

To The Sky is a semi-independent game studio founded in 2021 by industry veterans with a shared goal: to build sharp, gameplay-first experiences for PC and consoles, while building a studio culture where people can thrive, express their creativity, and genuinely love their work.

To The Sky is under the Thunderful umbrella, and a tight-knit team with big ideas and a shared vision to break the mold.

About Thunderful

Founded in 2017, Thunderful is a video game publisher headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. Thunderful offers third-party publishing, co-development services and publishing support services. The company has published and/or developed award-winning and critically acclaimed titles such as the SteamWorld IP, Planet of Lana, Viewfinder, LEGO® Bricktales, Lost In Random and more.

Rising Storm and Red Orchestra vets showcase period accurate conflict that could have been!

Cornwall, England July 29th, 2025 – Blue Dot Games are proud to reveal the latest trailer for ‘83, their upcoming 40v40 squad-based tactical first-person shooter set in an alternate 1983 where the Cold War escalated into an all-out warzone. Coming to Steam Early Access later this year, ‘83 is a spiritual successor to Rising Storm 2: Vietnam, which much of Blue Dot Worked on. This latest trailer, Cold War Gone Hot, shows off ‘83’s horrific “what if” scenario where players take the side of NATO or Warsaw Pact forces in sprawling, period accurate battles.

This offers the first look at the Fulda Gap map. Set in Germany between the Hesse-Thuringian border, the Fulda Gap was a strategically important region during the Cold War, as its two narrow corridors of lowlands offered the Warsaw Pact a potential path for its tanks to initiate a surprise attack. That makes it the perfect playground to enact this invasion that very well could have been.

‘83 puts players in the boots of a soldier in this shadow history, wherein massive 40v40 matches feature authentic Cold War-era weapons, vehicles and squad-based objectives. Coordinate with teammates, capture critical points and dominate the battlefield with smart tactics and teamwork.

‘83 was built on the idea of “accessible realism”, where the game is mindful of players’ time, while also offering an accurate portrayal of how a historical battle could play out. Matches average around 30-40 minutes, while dying only takes you out of the match for a short while, before allowing you to respawn. Don’t underestimate this seemingly low-stakes penalty, as that time-out is enough to turn the tide of battle since ‘83 requires thorough communication and teamwork, with Team Commanders guiding their faction through strategic organization and nail-biting calls. 

Players can choose from a variety of roles: from frontline riflemen to vehicle operators and support units – each with their own loadouts and strategic value. ‘83 features era-authentic weapons and equipment with realistic handling and lethality, with each armament meticulously designed and animated according to its real life counterpart. Every weapon behaves in a realistic way, with barrels and suppressors overheating when rapid firing, machineguns require a stable surface for accuracy, and bullets don’t magically teleport in between magazines when you reload a half-empty one. ‘83’s focus on realism, coordination and large-scale immersion offers players a gritty, boots-on-the-ground experience in a world teetering on the edge of nuclear war!

If you’d like to get your hands on ‘83 early, sign up here for the alpha playtest!

“We love war games and our team consists of long-term veterans of the Red Orchestra, Rising Storm and Squad franchises with up to 17 years’ experience on each, and ‘83 is our most ambitious outing yet,” said Tony Gillham, CEO at Blue Dot Games. “We wanted to create a massive war game that captures the spirit and tactical nature of actual warfare with the accessibility and fun of a more casual game that doesn’t require such a huge time commitment to enjoy.”

About Blue Dot Games

Blue Dot Games is an independent game development studio consisting of industry veterans with a passion for immersive, tactically rich shooters. Known for their work on acclaimed titles such as Red Orchestra and Rising Storm, the team brings decades of combined experience in multiplayer game design, systems development, and historical authenticity.

In 2023, Blue Dot Games acquired the rights to ‘83 following the closure of its original developer, Antimatter Games. Since then, the team has led a full-scale revival and redevelopment of the project, building on its foundations with a clear creative vision and renewed technical direction.

Seventh Strange Scaffold game in two years catapults medieval meals into giant monster mouths

El Paso, TX – July 29, 2025 – Dinner is served – catapult-style. Award-winning indie game studio Strange Scaffold and publisher Frosty Pop are proud to release Co-op Kaiju Horror Cooking, a chaotic online multiplayer romp where medieval monks catapult improvised meals into the maws of rampaging monsters to prevent the apocalypse. The game is out now on Steam for PC with a limited-time launch discount.

Co-op Kaiju Horror Cooking is exactly what the name suggests. In this absurdist online multiplayer horror game, players take on the role of medieval monks – the only chefs who can prevent the apocalypse. Feed enormous monsters with a catapult, evade supernatural enemies, and navigate a reality-bending labyrinth with up to four players (or more, if you want to risk your computers/sanity) before time runs out.

Key Features:

• Flexible tag-based cooking system. Chop ingredients, salt them, burn them–and then fire them into a kaiju’s jaws!
• A story about grappling with your faith as your leaders begin to die off, leaving you to carry the torch, told across 13 levels.
• The first-ever multiplayer project from the developers behind Clickolding and I Am Your Beast.
• Dramatic medieval soundtrack by award-winning composer David Mason (Dredge, Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3).
• Run away from monstrous creatures–and when necessary, turn them into food.
• No tomatoes, since they were only introduced to Europe in the 16th century.

Co-op Kaiju Horror Cooking is Strange Scaffold’s seventh release in two years, following Life Eater,CLICKOLDING,I Am Your Beast,River Heights Mall Gene Splicer: 3000 (a Meow Wolf arcade cabinet), Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown.

“I can’t thank the people who have been participating in the open playtest of Co-op Kaiju Horror Cooking enough,” says studio head Xalavier Nelson Jr. “Their enthusiasm and discussion around what we’ve made will be the foundation of the post-launch support we’ve got planned for the game, and the wider relationship of creative and production transparency that we want to continue at Strange Scaffold in the future. Our players aren’t just in the room for one game—we’re inviting them into our entire creative journey across the studio.”

Co-op Kaiju Horror Cooking is out now on Steam for PC with a launch discount of 40% off. Players can also grab it as part of the “Summer of Strange Scaffold” bundle, which includes Life Eater, CLICKOLDING, I Am Your Beast, Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown, and Co-op Kaiju Horror Cooking for 30% off, stacked with the new launch discount for a limited time.

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, An Airport for Aliens Currently Run by Dogs, 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.