Neolithic LLC is hyper-focused on improving the survival title! 

London, UK, 24th July 2025 – After an Early Access launch on Meta Quest in July, survival adventure Neolithic Dawn continues to go from strength to strength. The team at Neolithic LLC has been hard at work improving the highly anticipated VR experience, taking on board player feedback to roll out a myriad of quality-of-life updates.

As an Early Access game that’s continually being enhanced and refined, the team has released three major patches for Neolithic Dawn since launch. Targeting a range of gameplay features and mechanics, community suggestions have led to a number of fixes. These include taming animals in co-op, improving spear and stabbing physics, fixing graphical glitches and skill tree balancing. 

“The team has been pushing out weekly updates to fix bugs that may have affected your first experience, as we continue shaping Neolithic Dawn into a survival game the community can be proud to have supported from the beginning!” said James Bellian, CEO & Founder of Neolithic. “The feedback we’ve received on Neolithic Dawn in these first few weeks has been invaluable. We want to thank everyone playing in Early Access for their trust in the team – and for all the reviews, bug reports, and ideas for future updates!”

Major Bug Fixes (Patches 1-3):

• [Fixed] Unable to tame animals in co-op
• [Fixed] Multiple bugs that may have caused save file corruption or loss of backpack
• [Fixed] Items getting lost or clipping through the floor are
• [Fixed] Graphics issues in multiple maps that led to invisible colliders, holes, missing meshes, or missing materials
• [Fixed] Waterfall audio in the Bruce Peninsula map
• [Fixed] Items clipping through the map
• Improvements to backpack fixing bugs that made it impossible/difficult to remove items, especially in multiplayer
• Improved spear and stabbing physics to prevent weapons from getting stuck in animals or pulled from your hands
• Improved Physics 
• Improved the lighting in the first dungeon
• Made butchering easier—stabbing the animal now also works for skinning and butchering
• Balanced stat draining so players aren’t starving, thirsty, or passing out every 10 seconds
• Balanced skill tree boosts to have better improvements and fewer debuffs
• Hip holsters’ position adjusted and now stay in place when looking down to be more comfortable to use

Set across five open-world maps in North America, players are whisked back to a time when they can discover prehistoric creatures and ancient Ice Age civilisations. Neolithic Dawn is a true survival game where factors including hunger, thirst and warmth all have to be accounted for. To maintain that sense of realism throughout, players will have to handcraft weapons and tools, hunt animals, and prepare for the ever-changing seasons.

Neolithic Dawn is available now as an Early Access release on the Horizon Store for Meta Quest. A Steam edition is in development with a launch date coming soon. Neolithic LLC has an expansive roadmap planned during Early Access for Meta Quest in 2025, with further details to be announced.  

Neolithic Dawn – Horizon Store Link

About Neolithic Dawn:

An open-world VR survival adventure like no other, Neolithic Dawn has been built exclusively for VR. Become a hunter/gatherer in 10,000 BC North America, taking a journey that will take more than one lifetime. In this unrelenting wilderness, explore dense forests and icy tundras looking for valuable resources. Craft tools and weapons to fight prehistoric beasts, or test your skills and tame them!

About Neolithic LLC:

Started by James Bellian in 2021, Neolithic Dawn was originally a solo project looking to harness the power of VR. Over the past four years, the project and the development team have grown to create an expansive, prehistoric world filled with exciting possibilities.

A ‘cozyvival’ camper van adventure set to launch in early 2026. 

Macclesfield, UK – 24 July, 2025. Get ready to chart your own course, live wild, and build the off-grid adventure of your dreams. Outbound is officially coming to PlayStation 5 in early 2026!

Brought to you by developer Square Glade Games, and publisher Silver Lining Interactive, Outbound is the highly anticipated, ‘cozyvival’ adventure that drops you into a utopian near-future with nothing but a basic camper van. From there, you’re free to transform it into your ideal customizable home on wheels. Chase sunsets solo or team up with friends (up to four players) on this virtual road-trip of your dreams – all at your own pace.

In Outbound, freedom is the destination. Build and customise your vehicle, harness nature’s power through solar, wind, or water energy, and live fully off-grid in a vibrant, utopian future. Scavenge, craft, grow your own food, and explore a rich world filled with hidden secrets, dynamic biomes, and the thrill of self-sufficiency.

Watch the Outbound PlayStation 5 announcement trailer below

• Outbound is your open invitation to drop off-grid and discover who you are when the road is yours and the world is wide open. 
• Build Your Dream Van – Use modular systems to shape and expand your rolling base. Paint it, decorate it, furnish it and make it unmistakably yours.
• Harvest Nature’s Power – Tap into the sun, wind, and flowing rivers to fuel your adventure and keep your camper van running smoothly.
• Live Sustainably – Grow crops, forage wild edibles, and cook wholesome meals to stay fueled and healthy on the road.
• Explore Together – Roam the open world with up to four friends in online co-op, or take the journey solo at your own pace.
• Craft and Innovate – Research technologies, refine raw resources, and build powerful workstations to survive and thrive in the wild.

Outbound arrives on PlayStation 5 (digital) and PC via Steam in early 2026.  PS5 players can wishlist on the PSN Store and PC players can wishlist on Steam today. The road is calling, so start prepping for your ultimate off-grid adventure. The road is calling, so start prepping for your ultimate off-grid adventure.

About Silver Lining Interactive

Silver Lining Interactive is a brand new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.

About Square Glade Games 

Square Glade Games is an independent game studio based in the Netherlands, founded by developers Tobi and Marc. Known for their debut title Above Snakes, which sold over 60,000 copies in its first six months, the studio combines technical expertise with a passion for immersive, stylised worlds. Their upcoming title, Outbound, became one of Steam’s top 50 most-wishlisted games following a successful Kickstarter campaign. Square Glade Games is committed to crafting unique experiences that blend creativity, technology, and community-driven development.

Leamington Spa, UK – July 24, 2025: Leading UK games publisher Kwalee and Polish independent developer Hyperstrange have announced a major new update for Hordes of Hunger, the 3D action survivorslike game. The update introduces an all-new Endless level titled Denial, challenging players to survive a relentless onslaught of monsters in a new environment. The game’s Rage mode has also been updated, now capped at level 60, with difficulty increasing by 20% for every boss defeated or when a player completes 24 quests.

Alongside these gameplay additions, the update also features a refreshed UI, and various bug fixes to further improve the player experience.

Hordes of Hunger is available in Early Access on PC via Steam

About Hordes of Hunger: 

The Beast and its ravenous hordes emerged from the sea and stripped the land bare. Only Mirah stands in their way.

Hordes of Hunger is a roguelite arena-slasher where you’ll fight for survival against ever-intensifying waves of monsters. Create your loadout from a range of weapons and special attacks, then gain new abilities in each run to fine-tune your build. Complete quests and rescue others from the onslaught to gain resources and uncover the mysterious origins of the evil you face.

Take up Arms

Craft your own unique build with a range of weapons and special attacks, from a nimble swordfighter to a heavy hammer-wielder. From the castle keep to the desolate remains of your village, fight smart and use the environment to your advantage with choke points, high ground, and breakable structures.

Overcome the Horde

The monsters are unrelenting, but so are you. Gain destructive and defensive abilities with each level-up to become a finely tuned force to be reckoned with. Strike down swarms with sword aflame, call down lightning as you land, and defy death with divine contracts.

Uncover the Truth

A father racked with guilt. A prisoner who shuns freedom. A mother covered in blood. Mirah may be the only one who can save her home, but she’s not alone. Complete missions in each run to save others from the invasion and discover the true nature of the curse that plagues Mirah’s homeland.

About Kwalee

Kwalee is a multi-award-winning games publisher and developer based in Leamington Spa, UK. The company has built a growing catalogue of PC and console titles, including Wildmender, ROBOBEAT, Voidwrought, In Sink, The Spirit of the Samurai, Hordes of Hunger, and The Precinct, alongside upcoming releases such as GladiEATers, Town to City, Don’t Stop Girlypop!, Hark the Ghoul, Call of the Elder Gods, Grime II, Ground Zero and Retro Space

Founded by games industry icon and Codemasters co-founder David Darling CBE, Kwalee is supported by a global team of games experts, with studios in the UK, India, and remote locations worldwide. The company is actively seeking high-quality games to publish across all platforms and welcomes developers to get in touch.

Officially recognised as ‘Best Publisher’ at the TIGA Awards 2022, Kwalee is also a committed industry advocate—serving as an ambassador for the non-profit organisation Women in Games and regularly supporting charities such as Safe In Our World, GamesAid, and SpecialEffect.

About Hyperstrange

Hyperstrange is a studio based in Warsaw, Poland. Founded on the day of the 2015 solar eclipse, Hyperstrange have developed a number of critically-acclaimed titles, including Postal: Brain Damaged, Elderborn, and Blood West. Hordes of Hunger is their latest game, and marks their first collaboration with Kwalee.

Jacked Up hits Early Access on Meta Quest in August!

London, UK, 24th July 2025 – Hot on the heels of its successful puzzle title Wordomi comes Field of Vision’s next VR extravaganza! Giant gym bro bunnies, social media stardom and experimental protein shakes await in the bounce-tastic Jacked Up.

Never in the history of VR have the worlds of fitness and social influencers been combined to form the outlandish Jacked Up. As a jacked rabbit, your mission is to visit every gym, each filled with ever more shredded chickens, frogs, dogs and other animals. This involves bouncing up through an increasingly difficult tower littered with obstacles. Reach a new gym and you’ll be rewarded with new buffs, challenges and permanent upgrades like air control and jump distance.

However, it’s easy to get distracted on your shredding journey. With your phone in hand, you can record footage of your progress, take a sweet selfie, build your follower count and monitor the live chat. It’s hard to make progress with so many adoring fans!  

“Jacked Up is what happens when you mix a vertical platformer with gym bros, social media chaos, and way too many protein shakes. It’s dumb, intense, and totally unforgettable, and that’s exactly how I like it,” says Arnaud Baernhoft, CEO, Field of Vision.

Key Jacked Up Features

• Endless Bouncing Fun!
• HATS! – You can never have too many hats to customise your look
• Phone Distractions – From Selfies to Followers, your smartphone is always on hand
• Bro Buffs – Get those vitamins to improve bounce height, air control, bounce streaks and more!
• Bro Challenges – Rise to the challenge and complete the ultimate bro tasks!

Jacked Up is ready to work up a sweat this summer, hitting Meta Quest headsets as an Early Access title this August.   

About Jacked Up:

You’re a jacked rabbit on a mission to reach the top — and you’re doing it live. Bounce through a brutal tower of platforms, spinning obstacles, and shredded animal gyms while juggling optional Bro Labs™ experiments that crank up the difficulty…and your viewer count. Keep one eye on your phone as comments, distractions, and hype flood in — this run is being watched.

About Field Of Vision:

Field of Vision is an indie studio with an exciting catalogue of immersive VR games. Titles include Dungeon Maker, a mixed reality sandbox, fitness app Crazy Kung Fu, word-puzzler Wordomi and now Jacked Up.

Deliver packages, meet the locals, and pull off sweet tricks in this totally radical mail-carrying adventure!

NICOSIA, Cyprus – July 24, 2025 – CRITICAL REFLEX and indie developer Denkiworks are excited to announce that the first public Steam demo for the adorable BMX-riding mailman adventure TANUKI: Pon’s Summer is now available. Explore the entirety of the game’s first town, get a grip on the game’s exciting BMX system, meet a colorful cast of characters, try a variety of activities, and learn how to decorate your shrine!

About TANUKI: Pon’s Summer

Step into the furry paws of Pon and BMX in style as a part-time mailman in a picturesque Japanese town, delivering packages, pulling off tricks, and helping locals with quests. In this awesome summer adventure, you’ll enjoy fun activities like bug catching, plating sushi, baseball, sumo and more while unlocking a variety of decorations to restore the Great Tanuki Shrine for the end-of-summer Matsuri festival! Experience village life and create your own unique story as you befriend (or annoy) a cast of quirky townsfolk and manage your relationships with an intuitive, emoji-based dialogue system!

Key Features

• Ride your bike freely while doing sick BMX tricks, grinds, flips and stunts
• Deliver packages and complete odd jobs around the village as a part-time mailman
• Enjoy summer activities like bug catching, karaoke, fishing, baseball and more
• Make friends with – or even upset – the quirky townsfolk with a fun emoji-based dialogue system
• Unlock different decorations to restore the Great Tanuki Shrine
• Explore a lovingly crafted world inspired by the developers’ lived experiences in Kyoto, Aomori, Sapporo and Beppu. Hot summer days in Japan await!

Dive into TANUKI: Pon’s Summer’s first public demo now and wishlist the game on Steam! For more information, visit https://www.denkiworks.games, and follow Denkiworks and CRITICAL REFLEX on Twitter for the latest news and updates.

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 Denkiworks

Denkiworks is a studio based in Kyoto, Japan. The three co-founders, who had previously worked together on other game projects, including the hit indie “golf-like” Cursed to Golf, decided to form their own studio after recognizing their great team chemistry. They embarked on their first project after prototyping, experimenting, and world-building in a tanuki-filled kitchen, which led to the creation of their title TANUKI: Pon’s Summer.

Additional breeds arrive on Steam via DLC alongside today’s launch, plushie contest announced

TOKYO – July 23, 2025 – DORONKO WANKO, the casual-yet-mischievous mess-making canine adventure game developed by Bandai Namco Studio and published by Phoenixx Inc., bounds onto Nintendo Switch eShop today for $4.99, alongside new dog breeds for both Steam and Switch. Steam users can add individual dog breeds to their kennel for $1.99, or bundle all five breeds together for $4.99.

“Who’s a good boy? Whoseagoodboyyy? You are! Yes you are! So fluffy, so obedient, so swee—WHAT HAVE YOU DONE TO THE HOUSE!?” Terrorize master’s domain with five new adorable-yet-troublemaking breeds as Corgis, Shibas, Jack Russell Terriers, Bulldogs, and Toy Poodles join the mess-making mix. 

With the last family member finally out of sight, man’s best friend becomes a messy menace — charge through the home, track mud onto every surface, and rack up the costliest cleaning bill possible. Mom and Dad won’t be angry at such a cute doggo…right? 

Fling muck onto every surface: spill wine bottles on the floor, splash paint on the walls, and shake grime from the pupper’s filthy fur onto nearby furniture. It’s not all about destruction — haul scattered toys back to their rightful rooms (good dog!) to unlock new items, areas, and mess-making capabilities (bad dog!). 

Double the disarray with the assistance of rogue robo-vacuums and spinning fans that can spread dirt farther than those tiny paws could ever reach. Can these playful pups get any cuter? Yestheycanohmygoodness! Put on precious pirate hats or angelic halos — because they’re innocent! 

To celebrate the arrival of the five adorable new dog breeds, enter for a chance to win one of ten floofy DORONKO WANKO plushies by posting your best in-game screenshot or video of a precarious puppy predicament with #DORONKOWANKO and #minnanowanko on X or Instagram. The cuter, the better! Contest entries open today and close on August 16th, 2025. 

Enjoy DORONKO WANKO’s mischievous melodies anytime on the official soundtrack created in collaboration with SACRA GAME MUSIC available today on Spotify, Apple Music, and other streaming platforms.

“We’re usually on the receiving end of a lovable dog’s destructive tendencies, but we can’t help but admit it’s fun to goof around from the puppy’s perspective,” says publisher Phoenixx Inc. “DORONKO WANKO is fun for dog lovers of all ages. With more dog breeds to choose from, we invite previous players to rediscover the joy of playful chaos all over again.”

DORONKO WANKO is now available for Nintendo Switch for $4.99, and is free-to-play on Steam. Steam users can now add individual dog breeds to their kennel for $1.99 each, or bundle all five new breeds together for $4.99. Both platforms offer English, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), and Japanese language support. 

To learn more, visit the official Bandai Namco Studios website, follow Bandai Namco Studios on X / Twitter and YouTube, and visit the official Phoenixx Inc. website, follow Phoenixx Inc. on X / Twitter, and YouTube.

About Bandai Namco Studios

Bandai Namco exists to share dreams, fun and inspiration with people around the world. By connecting people and societies in the enjoyment of uniquely entertaining products and services, Bandai Namco Studios works to create a brighter future for everyone.

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.

Physical Editions Land August 29 – Pre-Orders Are Hot and Ready!

Macclesfield, UK – July 24, 2025. Developer Krillbite Studio and publisher Silver Lining Interactive are serving up a fresh helping of cozy culinary adventure as Fruitbus officially hits the road for Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X|S on August 7! Already delighting tastebuds on PlayStation 5, this charming food-truck journey is ready to bring flavour and friendship to even more players.

Want more? Budding chefs can now hop aboard the Fruitbus adventure with a free-trial version available July 31st for PS+ Premium subscribers! Slide into the driver’s seat of grandma’s iconic food truck, explore the vibrant Gustum Archipelagos, and cook your way into the hearts of hungry islanders.

And for collectors and cozy game fans alike, physical editions of Fruitbus for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch will launch on August 29! These tasty packages are available to pre-order now via Amazon and participating local retailers, so don’t miss your chance to own a delicious slice of culinary magic.

About Fruitbus:

Fruitbus is a wholesome open-world cooking adventure where flavour, foraging, and feelings take centre stage. Customise your food truck, gather fresh ingredients from the land, and create heartwarming meals for the quirky characters you meet along the way. In this joyful, laid-back experience, every dish is a chance to build community, spread kindness, and celebrate the love of food.

Get your frying pans ready, as it’s almost time to hit the road and serve up the fun in Fruitbus!

About Silver Lining Interactive 

Silver Lining Interactive is a brand new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.

About Krillbite Studio

Krillbite Studio is an independent game developer who loves storytelling and creating engaging experiences. The studio was founded back in 2011, when the team were still students, and has since evolved into seasonal developers with a catalogue of award-winning titles. Common to all of the teams’ games is the desire to explore the gaming medium, and to inspire both new and experienced players alike. Krillbite’s most known titles are Among the Sleep, Mosaic, and Fruitbus.

From the toy box to the dueling ring, experience a roguelike deckbuilder full of charm and frenzy.

Dallas, Texas, July 24th, 2025 | Barbaric Games is thrilled to announce that their debut title, Bearly Brave, will be coming soon to Steam. A public demo will also be available soon. With a backdrop of stunning hand-drawn 2D animation, step into this charmingly deceptive toy shop that comes alive at night. As teddy bears take the stage, they engage in duels in hopes of earning a higher spot on the shelves, increasing their likelihood of finding a forever home..

A Heartwarming Roguelike Deckbuilder (with a Touch of Violence)
Pulling inspiration from other beloved roguelike deckbuilders, including Balatro and Slay the Spire, Bearly Brave presents a cuddly twist to the genre. Players will meet Toby, a hopeful Teddy Bear, and help him as he climbs the ranks of the toyshop. Face off against 14 memorable bosses, including Chef Chomper, Chuckles the Clown, and more. Bearly Brave sets you up with a starter deck with 10 cards and allows you to pair your own deadly card combinations, creating synergies in your deck to deal amplified damage. Featuring fast runs, permanent death, and countless synergies, Bearly Brave offers high replayability for everyone.

Combo-based Card Play
Build your decks around a single heavy hitter, or build long chains to stack damage. Players will play one combo per round, paying close attention to card energy costs and their total energy limit. Select from weapon or spell-based cards and use three with the same brand to gain a bonus synergy effect like boosted damage, extra energy, a single instance of block, or additional buttons. Carefully reorder your cards for a stronger combo, balancing brands, card actions, and patch modifiers, and discard cards in search of that last missing piece to complete your combo. Each boss features unique designs and mechanics, with distinct modifiers that can increase their attacks or add undesirable items to your inventory and affect your playstyle. So watch out and adapt your strategies carefully. Once you’re ready, sit back and watch as your cards pop off against your enemies in explosive turns.

Endless combinations, items, and more
As you progress, unlock new cards and upgrades that create fresh synergies for future runs. Between battles, visit Grimble’s Toy Shop to trade buttons from defeated enemies for weapons, patches, and candies. These items can be combined to snowball into massive one-shot damage numbers. After every 3 battles, select from three special items, including basic upgrades like increased energy or health, or shop to purchase upgrades like increased rare items or free refreshes, or playstyle defining upgrades. Purchase patches during your run to stitch onto your bear, granting modifiers such as permanently increasing your damage multiplier, increased weapon hits, and more. Players seeking to deal unimaginable damage can play Endless Mode, which allows them to push damage and combo counts into absurd territories.

Demo Coming Soon
Those excited for Bearly Brave will soon be able to take advantage of an exclusive demo opportunity ahead of the game’s official launch. Play the first 12 stages of the tournament, get a feel for synergy combo cardplay mechanics, and begin creating your own strategies in Bearly Brave’s opening boss stages.

Full Gameplay Features:

• Inspired by fan favorites: Balatro and Slay the Spire with similar mechanics and progression
• Striking hand drawn art and visuals featuring stitched teddy bears, ornate weapons, and atmospheric toy-store backdrops, which delivers a cute-yet-macabre style
• Hundreds of build options with 50-plus Skill Cards, more than 50 Weapon Cards, over 100 patches, and 20+ consumable candies, and 15 special trophy awards
• 15 Difficulty Levels and 10 Starting Decks to test your skills and fresh synergies every run
• Endless Mode to deal damage beyond your imagination

Make sure to wishlist Bearly Brave on Steam  

About

Barbaric Games is a South American indie studio passionate about crafting casual strategy games that are easy to jump into yet packed with depth. While headquartered in the U.S., our heart and spirit remain firmly rooted in Latin America, with a team of dedicated gamers from Peru, Argentina, Colombia, and beyond. After years of developing mobile games, we’re now focused on creating the kind of engaging, strategically rich games that we, and our fellow gamers love to play.

Gear up with a new weapon and new cosmetics in the ultimate co-op zombie shooter

July 24, 2025 – Look alive! The new “Chibi Rush” Update for World War Z, the ultimate co-op zombie shooter from Saber Interactive, is available today on PC, PlayStation and Xbox. This free quality-of-life update introduces a new primary weapon, character portraits and custom frames for all players. Two new snazzy premium weapon skin DLC sets are also up for grabs!

The undead aren’t ready for this – beef up your arsenal even further with a powerful new primary T3 weapon: the Universal Bullpup Rifle AUR, available automatically for all players. Featuring a high rate of fire, low recoil, and supreme accuracy, the AUR is ideal for precise, rapid engagements.

Starting today, players can also unlock special new portraits for each character, which will be displayed in the game’s lobby and scoreboard. There are three new custom frames to unlock, as well.

Finally, two new premium weapon skin DLC packs are available to purchase, each set featuring unique skins for five weapons for $4.99.

The “Chibi Izzy Skin Pack” includes new looks for the Gal 9 Compact SMG, Repeater X Crossbow, XTAR-95 Bullup Rifle, S890 Shorty Compact Shotgun, and MRL202 Commando Multi-shot Rocket Launcher. You can also pick up the “Chibi Kimiko Skin Pack,” sporting five stylish skins for the Geist 17 Machine Pistol, S890 Combat Shotgun, PAC-15 Sporting Carbine, HW416 Assault Carbine, and BF25 Payload Rifle.

For the latest World War Z news, visit WWZgame.com, and follow the series on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.