Frosthaven + Gloomhaven Bundle, Including the Digital Versions of Both Games, Available on Steam Starting Tomorrow. In Celebration of Bringing Frosthaven to the Digital Realm, the digital version of Frosthaven will be on Sale for 10% off until August 7 Frosthaven Featured at Gen Con 2025 Starting Tomorrow with an Early Access Demo Available at Cephalofair Games’ and Forteller Games’ Booths 

Redwood City, CA – July 30, 2025 – Today, Arc Games, a leading publisher of premium and live service games, in partnership with Asmodee and Cephalofair Games, are excited to reveal the Early Access launch trailer a day early for FROSTHAVEN, the dark fantasy tactical RPG based on the highly acclaimed board game of the same name – is entering Early Access on Steam and Epic Games Store tomorrow, July 31. In celebration of bringing the beloved board game to the digital realm, FROSTHAVEN will be available for 10% off its retail price of $39.99 until August 7.

Also, to give players the ultimate strategic board game digital adaptation experience, Arc Games has partnered with Twin Sails, publisher of the digital version of Gloomhaven, to offer a bundle that includes both FROSTHAVEN and Gloomhaven that will be available for a limited time starting tomorrow, the same day of FROSTHAVEN’s Early Access launch, and be available for 10% off the bundle’s retail price of $74.98. 

In development from Snapshot Games, led by CEO Julian Gollop, who’s best known as the creator of X-COM, with the board game creator Isaac Childres from Cephalofair Games serving as a consultant on the project, starting tomorrow, players can jump into the world of FROSTHAVEN like never before and experience how this faithful video game adaptation evolves the beloved board game experience. Tomorrow’s Early Access launch will mark just the beginning of FROSTHAVEN, as players can experience roughly one-third of the planned content for the game’s 1.0 launch and players will be able to share feedback to help shape and evolve the game throughout the course of Early Access. 

Those who embark on this adventure from the very beginning of Early Access will be able to experience roughly one-third of the planned content for the full 1.0 version of the game, with more content and gameplay improvements intended to be added in game updates that are expected to be released in intervals approximately three months from each other. Content available at Early Access launch tomorrow includes: single player and online co-op multiplayer modes, along with NVIDIA GeForce NOW support for players to stream the game on almost any device, eight unique characters, including six starting characters and two unlockable characters, more than 35 tactical quests, including in-depth tutorial missions, more than 100 choice-driven events – with quests and events featuring voice over narration from Forteller Games. Players will have the ability to build their own Outpost, by constructing buildings and completing events which will lead to unlocking new game features. Whether you’ve played hours upon hours of the board game or if you’re a newcomer, you’ll be able to jump in and get right into the action immediately.   

Developer Snapshot Games currently plans for FROSTHAVEN to be in Early Access for about a year, but this can change depending on the community’s feedback and requests for content. More post-Early Access launch content details will be shared in an Early Access content roadmap that will be revealed in some time following Early Access launch. The team developed FROSTHAVEN with Early Access in mind, as they feel strongly that player feedback will be critical to this ambitious process of transforming a board game of this scale into a video game. Early Access will help to bring the game to its full potential before it enters the 1.0 launch. Players are encouraged to share their feedback via FROSTHAVEN’s official Discord, as the team will continue to be actively monitoring, collecting and responding to feedback that’s given there – and using the feedback to discover ways to shape FROSTHAVEN during Early Access.   

To celebrate FROSTHAVEN’s Early Access launch tomorrow, Arc Games is thrilled to feature FROSTHAVEN at Gen Con 2025, the largest tabletop game convention in North America, starting tomorrow, July 31, and ending on August 3 at the Indiana Convention Center! Gen Con attendees have the chance to play an exclusive Early Access demo of the game at Cephalofair Games’ booth (booth #1643) and Forteller Games’ booth (booth #3015), and meet the teams who helped bring the board game to life in the video game world. Make sure to get a badge today and join us at Gen Con!  

“Starting tomorrow, the time will come for everyone to jump into FROSTHAVEN in Early Access and see for themselves how we brought the beloved board game to life in the video game world,” said Julian Gollop, CEO of Snapshot Games. “Tomorrow’s launch will be such a major and incredible moment for all of us at Snapshot Games  – and we’d like to thank Isaac and the Cephalofair Games for working with us to bring their game to the digital realm every step of the way, along with our fantastic community, friends and colleagues for the incredible support to get us to this point. But things don’t stop here, tomorrow’s Early Access launch will be just the beginning of FROSTHAVEN’s adventure and we look forward to players joining us every step of the way in the game’s Early Access period and beyond!” 

ABOUT FROSTHAVEN

From the creative mind of Isaac Childres, the highly acclaimed board game moves to the digital realm in the video game adaptation of FROSTHAVEN. An evolution of the FROSTHAVEN board game experience, the dark fantasy tactical RPG serves as a spiritual successor to Gloomhaven and is developed by Snapshot Games. Players can expect deep mechanics and challenging yet immensely satisfying gameplay both in single player and co-op online multiplayer. Seasoned veterans of the original board game or Gloomhaven will feel right at home venturing into the unforgiving and treacherous northern frontier of FROSTHAVEN. Newcomers can start their first adventure with difficulty modes tailored to their skill level. Improved UX and quality-of-life features will ensure all players can enjoy their experience. 

With FROSTHAVEN, the brand-new character classes, each featuring unique playstyles and abilities, make it so that every decision matters. Players will need to balance risk and reward, working towards the best synergies between the classes comprising their party. Carefully managing resources is paramount to progress through a gripping campaign, set in a vast world filled with menacing enemies and diverse environments.

Game Features:

• UNIQUE CHARACTERS – Choose from six starting character classes—including the Banner Spear, Boneshaper, Drifter, Geminate, Blinkblade, and Deathwalker.
• Additional classes will be unlocked as you progress your campaign.
• Each class features its own unique abilities and playstyles to master. 
• DEEP, TACTICAL COMBAT – Engage in deep, tactical turn-based combat, testing your skills against an array of enemies and formidable bosses. 
• Utilize an ability card system that requires careful planning to unleash devastating attacks, execute powerful combos, and try keeping your party members alive. 

• BUILD YOUR OUTPOST – Manage the Outpost, constructing and upgrading various buildings, unlocking new game features and mechanics. 
• AN EVER-GROWING EXPERIENCE – The Early Access release launches with 35+ quests across Acts 1 and 2, with over 130 total quests planned for the campaign as development continues. 
• The included Tutorial and Introductory quest line allows both new and old players to get accommodated with the basic mechanics and gameplay. 
• CO-OP ONLINE MULTIPLAYER – FROSTHAVEN supports 2-4 players so you can play with your friends anywhere and at any time. 
• A STUNNING WORLD TO EXPLORE – A stunning art style, highly detailed models and textures, and expressive animations all bring the world of FROSTHAVEN to life. 
• Be ready to explore diverse biomes, changing seasons, and dynamic environments as your adventure progresses.

ABOUT ARC GAMES

Arc Games is a leading publisher of premium and live service games in North America, Europe and Asia. The company is known for creating and publishing titles based on well-known global entertainment franchises, such as Star Trek and Dungeons & Dragons. Its product portfolio also includes beloved gaming titles: the Remnant series, Hyper Light Breaker, Fellowship, Have a Nice Death, Frosthaven and the Torchlight series. Originally founded in 2008 as Perfect World Entertainment, the publisher was acquired by Embracer in February 2022 and was later rebranded as Arc Games. The company is headquartered in Redwood City, California, with global offices in Amsterdam and Shanghai. Arc Games is part of the Embracer Group AB, based in Karlstad, Sweden.

For more information about Arc Games, please visit: www.arcgames.com.

ABOUT SNAPSHOT GAMES

Snapshot Games is a video game development studio in Sofia, Bulgaria, founded in 2013 by Julian Gollop, award winning designer of the original X-COM games, and David Kaye, serial entrepreneur in the games industry. Their two released titles, Phoenix Point and Chaos Reborn have both been critically praised and very popular in the strategy genre. In 2020, Snapshot joined the Embracer Group, one of the world’s largest games and entertainment companies, as a division of Saber Interactive.

ABOUT ASMODEE

asmodee is a global leader in tabletop gaming. Inspired by players, Asmodee has been crafting and taking to market immersive, shared experiences for over 30 years. Its portfolio includes beloved games and intellectual properties such as CATAN®, Ticket to Ride®, Dobble/Spot it!®, 7 Wonders, and Exploding Kittens®. Operationally headquartered in France, Asmodee operates globally, making its games accessible to players in over 100 countries around the world. Asmodee Group’s Class B shares are publicly traded on Nasdaq Stockholm under the ticker ASMDEE B. Learn more about asmodee here. 

ABOUT CEPHALOFAIR GAMES

Cephalofair Games, founded by Isaac Childres, is at the forefront of innovation in the board game industry with acclaimed titles such as Gloomhaven and Frosthaven. The company’s commitment to minimizing randomness and enhancing strategic thinking ensures that player choices are prioritized over luck. Gloomhaven, a pioneering Legacy-style dungeon crawler, has set new benchmarks for immersive gameplay. Meanwhile, Frosthaven has achieved the remarkable distinction of being the most funded board game in Kickstarter history, generating unprecedented excitement among enthusiasts. Cephalofair Games is not merely creating games; they are redefining the entire board game experience, pushing boundaries, and inviting players to engage with a world of limitless possibilities. Epic strategy awaits!

Globally, Ready or Not has now sold over 11 million copies on all platforms

Los Angeles, CA – July 30, 2025 – VOID Interactive, a global independent studio, has today announced that Ready or Not has now officially sold over 2 million copies on console platforms since the release on July 15^th.

This news follows shortly after reaching the 1 millionth copy sold milestone on July 19th, which occurred in less than 4 days after the release of Ready or Not on console platforms. On the noteworthy 2 million sales milestone for which Ready or Not, Julio Rodriguez, CEO of VOID Interactive, stated, “thank you to the players for showing up, playing hard, and bringing order to chaos. To the VOID dev team for building what we believe is the quintessential tactical FPS of our era — and to our friends and partners for helping us bring RON to console. More updates and content ahead.”

Releasing on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S last week, VOID Interactive’s ambitions of bringing the breakout PC hit to a brand-new player base have been a resounding commercial and critical success, currently sitting with an 82 (Xbox Series X/S), and 82 (PS5) on Metacritic. 

Ready or Not is fully accessible to squad up across platforms for crossplay. Ready or Not Digital Edition is out now on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

About 

Ready or Not puts players into high-risk and realistic scenarios involving SWAT teams. Defuse situations involving hostages, active bomb threats, barricaded suspects, and more. Ready or Not is rated ESRB M/PEGI18. For more information on Ready or Not, subscribe on YouTube, follow on Twitter, become a fan on Facebook, join our Discord, follow on TikTok, and visit www.voidinteractive.net.

About VOID Interactive Limited  

VOID Interactive is a digital provider in the video game and entertainment industry. VOID Interactive publishes the realistic, tactical first-person shooter, Ready or Not, as its flagship title, and is delivered digitally for download for PC systems. The company was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Cork, Ireland with business activities managed globally. For more information, please visit www.voidinteractive.net.   

Use your words to save the Realm in Criss Cross Castle, out now on iOS and Android.

[July 30, 2025] – An enchanting world of words and wonder is here with Criss Cross Castle. In a land where the Illiterati have taken away the magic of written language, you must be the hero that restores the stories and tales of the Realm. This word puzzle adventure game by Simply Sweet Games is a spellbinding journey that will keep your mind sharp and is available now on the App Store and Google Play.

Tackle different word puzzles to unlock secret treasures, open new pathways, and reverse a curse set by dastardly foes on your way to saving the stories of the Realm. Save its citizens from the Dark Age of Ignorance and add yourself to those regained stories as the one true hero of word in Criss Cross Castle.

Key Features:

• A Wordy Quest Awaits – Dive into a magical word puzzle adventure filled with secrets, scrolls, and clever challenges.
• Powered by Language – An adaptive puzzle engine uses natural language processing to keep gameplay fresh, dynamic, and delightfully brain-boosting.
• Spellbinding Replayability – A roguelite structure invites players to return for fresh runs, new paths, and evolving vocabulary quests.
• Mini-Games & Bonus Challenges – Enjoy side quests and extra activities that reward curiosity and quick thinking.
• A Storybook to Savor (or Skip!) – Optional narrative and ambient storytelling let players tailor their experience to their mood—soothing or story-driven.
• Choose Your Hero – Play as Wanda, the spell-casting witch with a magical orb and a flair for gardening and wordplay, or Pip, a clever squire with shields and strategy, eager to prove their bravery while hiding a mysterious secret.

Criss Cross Castle is available on iOS and Android devices through the App Store and Google Play, with a release through the Epic Games Store for Android at a later date. Download it now to move through the Realm and complete puzzles, giving the people back their power of language with every word tile used.

About Simply Sweet Games

Simply Sweet Games (SSG) is creating premium casual games that engage and empower diverse global audiences. We are on a mission to transform the gaming industry by setting new standards in sustainable development, accessibility, and player-first innovation. Our games are designed to bring high-quality, engaging experiences to the millions of players—especially women and ESL gamers—who have been overlooked by mainstream gaming.

gamescom Attendees Get First European Hands-on Experience This August

Marvelous Europe today shared a new trailer for STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar, the next installment in the beloved farming/life-sim series coming to the Nintendo Switch™ 2 system, Nintendo Switch™ system, and Windows PC via Steam on Aug. 27. 

Additionally, Marvelous announced gamescom attendees will have the opportunity to experience hands-on demos during next month’s convention which takes place August 20-24 at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany. STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar will join the lineup of playable games at the Marvelous Europe booth, A-051 in Hall 7.

Learn about life on the farm, where players can raise over 100 varieties of crops throughout the seasons, and the importance of carefully tending to livestock to ensure a high quality of goods that will bring in the highest price possible. Discover the importance of Zephyr Town’s iconic windmills in refining raw goods into more valuable products, and how wind plays a central role in exploration with the introduction of the glider. Get a tutorial on the basics of bazaar day and how to maximize sales and keep customers happy! Additionally, there’s plenty more to do in Zephyr Town beyond work, with a diverse population of residents to form relationships with and a wide range of leisure activities to participate in, including a horse derby, fishing, and bug catching, along with new and returning festivals. 

About STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar

Zephyr Town’s bazaar was once one of the grandest in the world, drawing customers and peddlers from all four corners of the globe. These days, though, the bazaar has more tumbleweeds than customers. It’s up to Zephyr Town’s newest resident to turn its fortunes around! Players will raise animals, harvest crops, craft rare delicacies, then sell wares at their very own stall in the bazaar. As the bazaar business grows, new goods and services will arrive, which players can use to improve their farm. Help return prosperity to the bazaar, settle down for a cozy life and start a family, and Zephyr Town is sure to thrive once again! 

Inspired by the classic handheld title, the new STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar builds up and improves on the original in every conceivable way. The world is bigger and more alive than ever thanks to incredible new visuals, new characters, an expanded story, and full character voice work in story events—a series first. Take advantage of Zephyr Town’s unique weather, using the wind to make travel and farm tasks a breeze! The winds of change are coming to deliver a new life in STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar.

STORY OF SEASONS: Grand Bazaar is available through the Marvelous Europe website on Nintendo Switch™ and Nintendo Switch™ 2 in a standard physical edition for an RRP of €49.99/€59,99, and a physical Limited Edition for an an RRP of €69.99/€79.99. The title is currently available for digital pre-purchase on Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch™, Nintendo Switch™ 2, and with an Upgrade Pack for Nintendo Switch™ versions, and will be available on PC via Steam digitally at launch.

Enter hell itself and face demons from below – can you handle the heat?

Istanbul, Turkey – July 30th, 2025 – Istanbul-based indie developer Tale Era Interactive has just launched their hotly anticipated fast-paced roguelike first-person shooter Holy Shoot on Steam Early Access for $19.99 / £16.75 / 19,50€! Experience hellish action first-hand and become a member of The Sanctum, in an epic quest to defeat powerful demons personifying the Seven Deadly Sins. 

For more information about Holy Shoot:
Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2881660/Holy_Shoot/
Visit the Tale Era Interactive website: https://www.taleera.com/

Holy Shoot is a fast-paced roguelite action FPS set in a satirical version of Hell, where you join The Order of the Sanctum to reclaim seven ancient relics from demon lords embodying the Seven Deadly Sins. Pick your hero, upgrade your build, and blast your way through chaos, sin, and hellfire…

“Player feedback has been the heartbeat of Holy Shoot’s development and we are thrilled to finally launch on Steam Early Access,” said Erhan Taskin, CEO at Tale Era Interactive. “At Tale Era Interactive, we believe games should be living worlds, shaped by the people who play them. We hope that the community embraces the chaos of Holy Shoot!”

Key features include:

• Roguelite Mechanics: Procedurally generated levels, scaling difficulty, and randomized loot
• Dynamic Combat: Tactical room-based objectives and combat encounters that demand quick reflexes and strategic thinking
• Innovative Gameplay Elements: A robust upgrade system, elemental powers, and environmental interactions, all wrapped in a distinct art style and offbeat comedic tone
• Persistent Progression: Upgrade and evolve through a central hub known as the Sanctum

About Tale Era Interactive

Tale Era Interactive is a passionate team of game developers and storytellers committed to transforming imaginative narratives into unforgettable gaming experiences. Their flagship title, Holy Shoot, was developed with care (and plenty of coffee) using Unreal Engine. With many more projects on the horizon, Tale Era Interactive is just getting started.

Dedicated to building immersive, entertaining worlds, the team draws on a deep love of gaming that spans generations – from veterans who’ve been playing since the late 1970s to newer voices born in the 21st century. Tale Era Interactive aims to create games that players will enjoy for years to come.

Marvelous USA today released two new gameplay videos for the upcoming dark sci-fi action game, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, which is scheduled to launch for Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC via Steam on Sept. 5, 2025. The latest set of videos feature the Fusion system and Heavy Armor, gameplay mechanics that will play a significant role in Titanic Scion’s deep customizability which fuels its exciting action. Additionally, Marvelous announced gamescom attendees will have the opportunity to experience hands-on demos during next month’s convention taking place August 20-24 at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany. Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion will join the lineup of playable games at the Marvelous Europe booth, A-051 in Hall 7.

Abandon your humanity and gain power! The Fusion system allows the player to fuse Immortal factors, obtained from defeated enemies, into their bodies to acquire powerful abilities useful in combat. Factors are based on three categories: Might, Shell, and Skeleton, which determine the types of skills that can be acquired. The more Immortal Factors an Outer fuses to their body, the more skills they will have access to, while also mutating their body into something inhuman. Outers can restore their human appearance for a fee and the greater cost of losing all their new skills. The choice of whether that power is worth losing yourself along the way can only be made by you.

Turn the tide of battles! The new, more agile Arsenal isn’t the only suit you’ll get to pilot in Titanic Scion. Customizable Heavy Armor can be summoned when the call gauge is full to deliver powerful attacks. Heavy armor, combined with robust weaponry and a strong defense strategy, can turn a losing battle into victory.

Created and produced by Kenichiro Tsukuda and featuring stunning mechanical designs from Shoji Kawamori, Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion takes the franchise in a dramatic new direction. Join the Reclaimers in their fight against the Axiom. Humanity’s battle for liberation begins now!

KEY FEATURES

• A Titanic Evolution – Daemon X Machina’s high-octane armored action debuts on a new generation of platforms, bringing with it an epic sci-fi adventure, gameplay that’s accessible to newcomers, and an expanded scope sure to satisfy returning fans.
• Build a Better You – Now a nimble suit of armor, each Arsenal can be fully customized both in design and in loadout, with the ability to craft or salvage new elements.
• Together You Can Make a Difference – Cooperative and asynchronous multiplayer means players never truly fight alone. Team up with friends online to tackle the epic story and battles together.
• Beautiful and Deadly – Explore an alien planet in an Arsenal as players battle against mechanical and organic enemies. Trek through the vast open world on foot, fly through the skies, or when all else fails, gallop on horseback across plains, swamps, mountains, and more.

Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion is available for physical pre-order through the Marvelous USA Online Store and participating retailers in a standard physical edition for an MSRP of $69.99 with the full game on the physical disc or cartridge, and a physical Limited Edition including a copy of Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion, an original soundtrack CD with 15 tracks, an art book, a set of three flight tags, a set of three patches, and an acrylic standee for an MSRP of $99.99. The title will also be available digitally on all platforms in a standard edition for $69.99; a Digital Deluxe edition, which includes the game and an expansion pack DLC featuring new story content and customization options for your Arsenal and Outer, for $89.99; and a Super Digital Deluxe edition, which includes the game, the expansion pack DLC, a digital soundtrack, and a digital art book, for $99.99. Digital pre-order options will be available soon.

The title will be published in Asia by Marvelous Inc. and in Europe by Marvelous Europe. This title is rated “T for Teen” by the ESRB. More information about the game can be found at: https://na.daemonxmachina.com/titanicscion.

Information about Marvelous USA’s products can be found at www.marvelous-usa.com. Fans can also check out the latest videos from the Marvelous family of titles on YouTube and get updates by following Marvelous USA on Facebook, X, Instagram, and Bluesky and follow Daemon X Machina: Titanic Scion on X.

[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.