The Summer Sale ends, but the bargains continue with wallet-friendly prices across the whole lineup

Oberhaching, Germany, July 10, 2025 – For German publisher Toplitz Productions the end of the Steam Summer Sale is only the beginning. Fresh on the heels of the coveted bargain event, low prices with discounts of up to 80% continue with the dedicated publisher sale available through July 24.

With the Plant A Tree update as well as the two DLCs Echoes of Nature and the Original Soundtrack Vol. 2 recently released to great community acclaim, there has never been a better time to dive into the immersive world of Medieval Dynasty, which accumulated a review score of 90% since its original release. And with a gorgeous discount of 40% this is the perfect starting point to experience life in medieval times.

Tend to your gardens and fields with a multitude of titles from the Toplitz Productions portfolio like the ever-popular Farmer’s Dynasty, available with a price reduction of 80% or the lo-fi gem Harvest Days: My Dream Farm, inviting you to build a life away from the big city hustle and bustle with 50% off, while the cozy Garden Simulator has been reduced by 75%.

Do you have what it takes to become Daymiō and bring peace to the fictitious Nata Valley? Take on the challenge of the open world survival RPG Sengoku Dynasty and its content rich, visually stunning world of Japan during the infamous Sengoku era. Recently enhanced with the ‘Bushidō’ update adding raids and a new level of immersion to the game, during the publisher sale Sengoku Dynasty as well as the Digital Deluxe Edition are available with an irresistible discount of 35% each.

If management is your desire, we’ve got you covered. With the Giant series being a staple in the logistics and business management genre, classics like Industry Giant 2, Transport Giant or Traffic Giant can be added to your library with a fantastic discount of 80%, while the modern interpretation Industry Giant 4.0 slashed 50% off its original price.

For the full list of discounted titles, including the mystery survival adventure Starsand, the life sim Lumberjack’s Dynasty or the grim action-adventure Serum head to the official publisher sale page of Toplitz Productions on Steam.

About Toplitz Productions

The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with heart & soul for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.

Coming soon to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S

Bangkok, Thailand — July 10, 2025– RingZero Game Studio today unveils Chief Surgeon Simulator, a genre-blending simulation experience where players become both a hands-on surgeon and the strategic leader of a major hospital. Releasing this year on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, Chief Surgeon Simulator puts your skill and strategy to the test in a high-pressure world where every decision — from incisions to infrastructure — matters.

From the moment patients walk through the door, players oversee every step of their journey: triage, diagnosis, and, when necessary, first-person surgery. Meanwhile, you’ll grow your hospital into a leading institution by managing staff, expanding departments, and investing in cutting-edge care and equipment.

“I enjoyed the opportunity to offer feedback on the Chief Surgeon Simulator’s surgical design,” said noted surgeon Dr. T.F. D’Amore of Marin County, CA. “I worked with the development team to ensure the procedures feel authentic without overwhelming players, striking a thoughtful balance between realism and fun.”

Choose between two game modes: a structured, narrative-driven Story Mode, or a flexible, open-ended Sandbox Mode where creativity and efficiency are your only limits.

Where precision meets ambition — become the ultimate Chief Surgeon.

Key Features:

• Dual Role Gameplay
• Perform surgeries and manage a thriving hospital — a hybrid simulation like no other.
• Authentic Surgical Procedures
• Diagnose patients, assign staff, or perform real-time operations designed with real-world surgeon input.
• Full Hospital Oversight
• Hire doctors, train them, expand departments, and upgrade your facility as you grow your reputation.

Two Game Modes

• Story Mode: Follow a dramatic narrative across structured missions and evolving challenges.
• Sandbox Mode: Build and manage your hospital with complete creative freedom.

Reputation System

• Deliver great care to earn glowing reviews, which impact funding, upgrades, and growth.

About RingZero Game Studio

RingZero Game Studio is a global video game developer and publisher with a proven track record of delivering high-quality titles across multiple platforms. With over 30 released games, we specialize in development for consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch), PC (Steam), and gamified mobile experiences. Our multicultural team spans 17 countries, united by a passion for crafting innovative and engaging games.

Website: https://www.RingZerogames.com/

Time Travel from a Dystopian Future to 30 AD and Explore Ancient Israel in this Biblical Action-Adventure

CANTON, GA – JULY 10, 2025 – Video game publisher Templar Media, in partnership with developer Bible X, today announced that Gate Zero, its upcoming time-travel action-adventure game, is coming to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

First announced for Steam PC, Gate Zero begins in a dystopian 2072, where a ruthless global authoritarian regime controls and censors all information in the world – banning anything that challenges its version of the truth. Players follow Max, a grieving orphan who discovers his late parents’ hidden time machine after his grandmother is arrested for possessing a forbidden historical book that tells a story the regime wants erased – the Bible.

Additionally, Templar Media and Bible X announced today it will be at Gamescom 2025 and they invite press attendees to experience a first look of the Gate Zero alpha demo August 20-22 in Hall 3.2 B-41 / A-40.

Developed in Unreal Engine 5 and featuring iconic, historically accurate locations and people, Gate Zero immerses players in the sights, sounds, and spirit of one of history’s most pivotal times. Max’s journey sends him back to 30 AD, where he explores the cities of ancient Israel and discovers his grandmother’s whispered stories may have indeed happened. Navigate bustling markets, evade Roman soldiers, and thwart the future regime’s time agents. Witness Jesus’ miracles and uncover lost truths as you fight a rising evil determined to eliminate history and the memories of those who were there.

Wishlist Gate Zero today on Steam and the game’s official website.

ABOUT GATE ZERO

Gate Zero is a historical, semi open-world action-adventure with sci-fi elements, set in a dystopian future where a ruthless global regime is the sole arbiter of truth. Journey with Max, who discovers his late parents’ hidden time machine during his grandmother’s arrest by the authorities. Complete missions, evade capture, assist legendary Biblical figures, and unravel intricate riddles that reveal profound truths, as you learn the extreme lengths the regime will go in order to ensure true history is never known. Overcome oppressive Roman forces and battle evil entities in limbo between future and past, as you work to save your grandmother, history, and the future!

ABOUT TEMPLAR MEDIA

Templar Media is a video game publishing and media company based in Atlanta, GA. Templar Media was founded in March 2025 by 25 year game industry veteran John Gibson, who previously co-founded, co-owned, and served as CEO for successful developer and publisher Tripwire Interactive. John was a key contributor to the Killing Floor, Red Orchestra, and Rising Storm franchises and also led the Tripwire Presents publishing division which successfully released titles such as Maneater and Chivalry 2. With Templar Media the company is poised to take that successful record to a new level, focusing on the desires of the gamer with our “Entertainment First!” philosophy and bringing that extensive experience to bear on an ever changing market.

ABOUT BIBLE X

Bible X is a game studio founded in 2020 as part of the BCC Media. We strongly believe in the powerful medium of gaming and its role in engaging, educating and inspiring youth today. Our goal is take players back to the source and allow them to experience the message of Jesus in a modern and immersive way. Gate Zero is our debut game.

Early Access to NBA 2K26 Begins August 30 – One Week Ahead of Global Launch on September 5, 2025 – NBA 2K26 Brings Gen 9 Gameplay, Modes, and Features to Nintendo Switch™ 2

Sydney, Australia – July 10, 2025 – Today, 2K revealed that the three-time All-Star Oklahoma City Thunder Point Guard, 2024-25 KIA Most Valuable Player, and NBA Finals Most Valuable Player, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, will be this year’s cover athlete for the NBA® 2K26 Standard Edition. Angel Reese, Chicago Sky Forward, AT&T WNBA All-Star, 2024 All-Rookie Team, and NCAA Champion will grace the NBA® 2K26 WNBA Edition, a GameStop Exclusive Physical Edition available in the United States. The 2025 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee, 10-time NBA All-Star, three-time Olympic Gold Medalist, and member of the NBA 75th Anniversary Team, Carmelo Anthony, will be featured on the NBA® 2K26 Superstar Edition. Available for a limited time, Gilgeous-Alexander, Reese, and Anthony will additionally share the cover of the NBA® 2K26 Leave No Doubt Edition.

NBA 2K26 will be available on September 5 on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC via Steam, Nintendo Switch™, and Nintendo Switch 2. Early access will start one week prior on Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 2:00 AM AEST/4:00 AM NZST for PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC players that get the Superstar Edition or the limited Leave No Doubt Edition.

“SGA’s elite IQ and ice-cold composure mixed with his effortless street style, Angel’s on-court bravado and ability to own the moment, and Carmelo’s reputation as one of the most iconic trendsetters and prolific scorers in NBA history leave no doubt they’re superstars on the court and in any room they walk into,” said Zak Armitage, SVP & GM of NBA 2K. “NBA 2K26 is all about proving yourself on the court, and immortalising greatness. These three are among the boldest, most confident, and stylish personalities in the NBA and WNBA.”

“Every kid who grows up playing basketball pictures themselves on the cover of NBA 2K – it’s a dream come true moment, especially following an NBA Championship,” said Gilgeous-Alexander. “Being on the cover is iconic but working with 2K and Visual Concepts to set the tone in-game from curating the tunnel fits to the playlist that players will ball to is what makes this truly special.”

“Being on the cover of NBA 2K26 and debuting my first-ever signature shoe with Reebok on that cover, the Angel Reese 1, is more than a milestone—it’s a statement,” said Reese. “It’s about representation and showing young girls they can be confident, bold, and take up space unapologetically. To be cemented in NBA 2K history is a special honour that reflects not only my journey, but also all the veteran WNBA players who have paved the way before me and the growing impact of the league as a whole. I’m proud to be part of a game that continues to elevate women’s basketball and can’t wait for fans to see how NBA 2K26 brings our game to life like never before.”

“For more than 20 years, 2K fans have been a part of my journey,” said Anthony. “Being honoured on the cover of NBA 2K26 and inducted into the Hall of Fame in the same year is surreal. It’s a celebration of every chapter, every city that embraced me, every team that believed in me, and every person who’s been part of this ride with me.”

In NBA 2K26, bragging rights are on the line in every mode. With all-new ProPLAY features, players on Gen 9 will experience the immersive technology like never before, as they feel connected to every dribble and crossover with revamped size-ups, and experience fast-paced dynamic movement. Fans can build a transcendent MyPLAYER as they strive to reach the pinnacle of NBA stardom in a reimagined MyCAREER journey and team up with friends to battle rival squads in a fresh and more optimised City. MyTEAM in NBA 2K26 will put past and present legends to the test in new single-player and multiplayer modes while players can lead a franchise as a General Manager in MyNBA, with 30 unique storylines to win a championship. More details on NBA 2K26 will be shared in the coming weeks.

NBA 2K26 is now available for pre-order* and features four editions of the game: Standard Edition, the GameStop exclusive WNBA Edition that is available as a physical edition in the US, Superstar Edition, and the Leave No Doubt Edition:

• The Standard Edition will be available for AUD$99.95/NZD$129.95 on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC and Nintendo Switch 2, and AUD$89.95/NZD$99.95 on Nintendo Switch.
• The WNBA Edition, a GameStop exclusive, will be available for USD$69.99 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S and will only be available in the US (physical only).
• The Superstar Edition will be available for AUD$159.95/NZD$169.95 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This edition includes 100,000 VC; MyCAREER content including 25x 6 Types of Skill Boosts, 25x 3 Types of Gatorade Boosts, Cover Star Jersey and 2HR 2XP Coin; as well as MyTEAM content, including Full NBA Series 1 Team Selection, Triple Threat Park Free Agent Pack (contains 3 guaranteed FA cards), 5x Series 1 Packs and 2HR 2XP Coin. The Superstar Edition will be available to play one week before worldwide release with early access.
• The Leave No Doubt Edition will only be available to purchase through September 7 for AUD$239.95/NZD$249.95 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. The special Leave No Doubt Edition includes everything in the Superstar Edition plus an additional 35,000 VC, a Season 1 Pro Pass and a Summer Pass (Season 7-9 Pro Passes scheduled for release in Summer 26); the Leave No Doubt MyTEAM Pack, which includes a Galaxy Opal card (scheduled for release December 2025) and an Invincible card (scheduled for release in May 2026); as well as a Puffer Jacket in MyCAREER. NBA 2K25 players who pre-order the Leave No Doubt Edition on the same Platform will receive a 10% discount**. The Leave No Doubt Edition will be available to play one week before worldwide release with early access.

Visit the NBA 2K26 official website for a full breakdown of the SKU details, availability, and more information. Stay tuned for additional announcements about the latest on NBA 2K26.

Developed by Visual Concepts, NBA 2K26 is not yet rated in Australia.

Visual Concepts is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

Access to online or bonus features, content, or services, including MyCAREER, MyTEAM, MyNBA, The W Online, and Play Now Online, may require internet connection, online account registration, and/or may not be accessible by accounts registered to users below the age of 13 (minimum age varies). See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for additional details. ProPLAY, The City, The W, and MyNBA are only available for Gen 9 NBA 2K26. Crossplay is only available for Gen 9 NBA 2K26 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Game includes optional in-game purchases and paid random items. Some in-game content may require download and/or online gameplay to unlock. Online console play may require separate paid platform subscription and account registration. Terms apply.

* Prices based on 2K’s suggested retail price. Actual retail price may vary. See local retailers for more info and availability.

**Loyalty Discount only available via Steam, the PlayStation® Store, as well as the Microsoft Store on Xbox through September 5, 2025. Leave No Doubt Edition is a digital version only available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S & PC. Discount based on 2K’s SRP. Limit 1 per Platform Account. Availability restrictions apply. See retailer site for details and terms. 2K Games is not responsible for fulfillment of Loyalty Discount. 

About 2K

Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers, and mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail and digital download. The Company is home to many talented development studios, including Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber, Gearbox and HB Studios. 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA®️ 2K; renowned BioShock®️, Borderlands®️, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization®️ and XCOM®️ brands; popular WWE®️ 2K and WWE®️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin®️ as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR®️ 2K. Additional information about 2K and its products may be found at 2K.com and on the Company’s official social media channels.

About Take-Two Interactive Software

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe.  We develop and publish products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, and Zynga.  Our products are designed for console gaming systems, mobile, including smartphones and tablets, and PC.  We deliver our products through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services.  The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO.  For more corporate and product information please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com.

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Other important factors and information are contained in the Company’s most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, including the risks summarised in the section entitled “Risk Factors,” the Company’s most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, and the Company’s other periodic filings with the SEC, which can be accessed at www.take2games.com. All forward-looking statements are qualified by these cautionary statements and apply only as of the date they are made. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Go hands-on at gamescom’s Indie Arena Booth with next game from “Honey, I Joined a Cult” developer and “Cash Cleaner Simulator” publisher

LONDON – July 9, 2025 – Watch the first gameplay trailer for Space Scum, the tactical RPG set in a dystopian, comic book-style universe from Sole Survivor Games (Honey, I Joined a Cult) and publisher Forklift Interactive (Cash Cleaner Simulator). Go hands-on with this brutal, strategic experience with a Steam demo in August, or in-person at Indie Arena Booth at gamescom, from Wed, Aug. 20, through Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025.

Assembling the biggest, baddest Mercenary Company in the outer rim will require hiring the biggest, baddest mercenaries. Engage in turn-based combat with a squad of soldiers of fortune, each with a different speciality. Sometimes the job needs a big man with an even bigger axe to make a bloody mess, but a merc that can hijack enemy turrets can also fit the bill. Just don’t get too attached – permadeath means a dead mercenary stays dead forever.

Use the spoils of war, rewards, and experience earned from successful missions to buy new weapons, ship upgrades, and hire new talent to replace the fallen. Find new specialists in different combat styles: sharpshooters with a deadly aim, hackers for more complex defenses, or shield-bearing heavies that can tank damage and set the crew up for success during battle. No two Space Scum experiences will tell the same story, with the ability to choose a custom origins for the Mercenary Company, and procedurally generated planets presenting unexpected surprises. Work for and against different factions, making and breaking alliances as necessary in a quest for power… and expect others to do the same.

“We make no apologies – Space Scum is a grueling experience where failure has grave consequences,”said Simon Reynolds, developer at Sole Survivor Games. “But the thing with challenging games is, the feeling of accomplishment when you learn from your mistakes and apply the lessons from past failures, is second to none. That’s why we made Space Scum.”

Space Scum’s first demo launches on Steam for PC in Aug. 2025, and will be playable at Indie Arena Booth as part of gamescom 2025 in Cologne, Germany. 

About Sole Survivor Games

Sole Survivor Games is a two-person team founded in London that leapt into the games industry after growing tired of their corporate jobs. Their previous title, Honey, I Joined a Cult, was honored as a Ready Player Two Choice recognition at EGX. They are now developing their second title, Space Scum.

About Forklift Interactive

Forklift Interactive is a Barcelona and Atlanta-based indie publisher founded by experienced industry veterans, including former tinyBuild Publishing Director Andrei Podoprigora and Adult Swim Games Product Lead Tuсker Dean. The label specializes in the publishing of deep, endless, system-driven games with player-created narratives. 

CD PROJEKT RED today announces that its best-selling open-world role-playing game Cyberpunk 2077 is now available in the PlayStation Plus Games Catalog.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Premium members can play through the entirety of the Cyberpunk 2077 base game at no extra cost on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. Players become V, a cyber-enhanced mercenary ready to do whatever it takes to make a name for themselves in the dark future of Night City — a megalopolis obsessed with power, money, and body modifications. Cyberpunk 2077 features a gripping main story, starring Keanu Reeves as Johnny Silverhand, alongside myriad side quests, gigs, and more for players to explore.

The PS5 version has been enhanced with 4K visuals, ray tracing, and 3D audio, alongside DualSense exclusive features including adaptive triggers and haptic feedback. The PS5’s ultra-high speed SSD also allows for quick load times when exploring the open world, and players here will gain access to the Cyberpunk 2077 base game alongside each update released since launch — which enhance gameplay with new missions, vehicles, quality-of-life features, and more — alongside the upcoming Update 2.3 upon its release. Those on PS4 will receive the base game and every update released for that version, up to and including the Edgerunners Update.

More information about Cyberpunk 2077 can be found on the official website, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and X.

About CD PROJEKT RED

CD PROJEKT RED is a game development studio founded in 2002. It develops and publishes video games for PCs and video game consoles. The studio’s flagship titles include the futuristic RPG Cyberpunk 2077, its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty, and The Witcher series of games, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and its two expansions. In collaboration with Studio Trigger, CD PROJEKT RED also created the award-winning Netflix anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, set in the same universe as the game. Other games developed by the studio include Thronebreaker: The Witcher Tales and GWENT: The Witcher Card Game. Together with GOG.COM, a game store offering hand-picked titles for PC and Mac, CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT Group. CD PROJEKT S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).

About Cyberpunk 2077

Cyberpunk 2077 is a narrative-driven, open-world RPG set in Night City, a megalopolis obsessed with power, glamour, and body modification. The game tells the multilayered, mature story of cyber-enhanced mercenary V. Players are faced with choices and consequences as they customize their character and playstyle, take on jobs, and build their reputation. The game has sold over 25 million copies and won over 200 awards, and is also the inspiration for the award-winning Netflix anime Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, created by CD PROJEKT RED in collaboration with Studio Trigger. Its spy-thriller expansion Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty was released on September 26, 2023. Cyberpunk 2077 is set in the universe of the classic pen & paper RPG system, Cyberpunk 2020.

This month, carve your legend in the neon-soaked streets of Night City as the mercenary V in the dystopian open-world RPG Cyberpunk 2077, join up to five fellow scientists to repel inter-dimensional horrors deep within an underground research facility in the co-op survival and crafting adventure Abiotic Factor, or wrestle with love and duty as ghost-hunters Antea and Red across 17th-century North America in the story-driven action-RPG Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden. All these titles and more are available in July’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup*.

Cyberpunk 2077 is available to play today, with Abiotic Factor launching into the service Tuesday, 22 July. We’re exploring new ways to deliver PS Plus Game Catalogue titles so this month, in select markets including Australia, games will be available on varying dates as noted below. 

PlayStation Plus 15th Anniversary

Today’s Cyberpunk 2077’s release forms part of our ongoing PlayStation Plus PlayStation Plus 15th anniversary celebrations, which also includes a special 30% discount for Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, exclusive for PlayStation Plus members. That discount will be available from today until Wednesday, 23 July.

There’s plenty more to enjoy: head to the PlayStation Plus 15th Anniversary Hub for more information.

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalogue

Cyberpunk 2077 | PS5, PS4

Cyberpunk 2077 is an open-world action-adventure from the creators of The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, CD Projekt Red. Set in Night City, a megalopolis obsessed with power, glamour and body modification, you play as V, a mercenary outlaw going after a one-of-a-kind implant that is the key to immortality. Customise your character and playstyle as you take on jobs, build a reputation, and unlock upgrades. The relationships you forge and the choices you make will shape the story and the world around you. Legends are made here. What will yours be?

*Cyberpunk 2077 is releasing worldwide Wednesday, 9 July

Abiotic Factor | PS5

Abiotic Factor brings a 90’s sci-fi twist and rich character progression to the multiplayer open world survival crafting genre. Up to 6 players can choose their PHDs, build their scientist, gear up, and explore a massive subterranean complex, filled with supernatural artifacts, transdimensional foes, and science experiments gone awry. Home to the world’s greatest minds, GATE operates a global network of secretive research laboratories, spanning every field of scientific study – and the realms beyond. As a GATE employee you extend the bounds of human knowledge, and seek to explain the unexplainable – including anomalies and paranormal entities: from gravity-distorting artifacts to supernatural creatures with an unbridled instinct for violence. Safety, security, and secrecy are of the utmost importance… usually.

*Abiotic Factor is releasing worldwide Tuesday, 22 July

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden | PS5

New Eden, 1695. Antea Duarte and Red mac Raith are lovers and Banishers, ghost-hunters who vowed to protect the living from the threat of lingering ghosts and spectres. Following a disastrous last mission, Antea is fatally wounded, becoming one of the spirits she loathes. In the haunted wilds of North America, the couple desperately searches for a way to liberate Antea from her new plight. Immerse yourself in a beautiful, intimate and powerful story between two fated lovers. Challenging decisions will lay on your path, dramatically impacting your story and the fate of New Eden’s inhabitants – be they living people or wandering souls. How much will you compromise your ghost-hunting vow for the sake of your lover who’s become a spirit herself?

*Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is releasing worldwide Tuesday, 15 July

Bluey: The Videogame | PS5, PS4

Join the fun with Bluey and her family in Bluey: The Videogame! Play a brand-new story set across 4 interactive adventures. For the first time ever, explore iconic locations such as the Heeler House, Playgrounds, Creek and a bonus beach location. Play your favourite games from the TV show, including Keepy Uppy, Chattermax Chase, and more! Experience the joy and wonder of Bluey’s world, explore and collect items for your sticker book, unlock outfits and uncover the many secrets and hidden references throughout each location. Recreate iconic scenes or create your very own Bluey inspired adventures and games.

*Bluey: The Videogame is releasing in Australia Tuesday, 29 July

Planet Zoo | PS5

Build a world for wildlife with Planet Zoo. From the developers of Planet Coaster and Zoo Tycoon, Planet Zoo features an incredible array of authentic animals who think, feel, and explore the world you design around them. Create unique habitats and vast landscapes, and make meaningful choices to nurture animals as you construct and manage the world’s wildest zoos using intuitive console controls. Pick up and play across four engaging game modes: embark on a globe-trotting campaign in career mode, build a network of connected zoos in Franchise mode, put your skills to the test in Challenge mode, or let your imagination run wild in the freedom of Sandbox mode. Manage an amazing living world that responds to every decision you make. Focus on the big picture or go hands-on and control the smallest details. Thrill visitors with iconic exhibits, develop your zoo with new research, and release new generations of your animals back into the wild. Your choices come alive in a world where animal welfare and conservation comes first.

*Planet Zoo is releasing in Australia Tuesday, 22 July

Risk of Rain 2  | PS5, PS4

Escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting through hordes of frenzied monsters – with your friends, or on your own. Combine loot in surprising ways and master each character until you become the havoc you feared upon your first crash landing. Over a dozen handcrafted locales await, each packed with challenging monsters and enormous bosses that oppose your continued existence. Fight your way to the final boss and escape or continue your run indefinitely to see just how long you can survive. A unique scaling system means both you and your foes limitlessly increase in power over the course of a game. Tackle the adventure solo or with up to three friends in online co-op, or compete in the rotating challenge of the Prismatic Trials. Brand new survivors like the Captain and MUL-T join classic survivors such as the Engineer, Huntress, and–of course–the Commando.

*Risk of Rain 2 is releasing in Australia Tuesday, 29 July

Tropico 6 | PS5, PS4

Play El Presidente on the island state of Tropico as you shape the fate of your own banana republic. Play on large archipelagos for the first time in the series. Manage multiple islands at the same time and adapt to various new challenges. Tropico 6 features cooperative and competitive multiplayer for up to 4 players.

*PS5 edition is the Next Gen Edition which includes “The Llama of Wall Street” DLC, and the El Prez Pack, which contains one additional mission, new buildings, new customisation options for your palace, outfits for El Prez and much more!

*Tropico 6 is releasing worldwide Tuesday, 15 July

New World: Aeternum | PS5

Experience a thrilling action RPG set on the supernatural island of Aeternum. As a shipwrecked explorer who washes ashore on the mysterious island, forge your destiny on an adventure filled with danger and opportunity. Discover the island of Aeternum: Explore a massive, beautiful world and uncover the secret truth of the eternal island and its strange inhabitants. Endless opportunities to fight, forage, and forge await among the island’s wilderness and ruins. Control magical forces or wield deadly melee and ranged weapons. Timing and positioning are key to defeating enemies in combat. Use your skills to survive the island’s horrors and reap its valuable rewards.

*New World Aeternum is releasing in Australia Tuesday, 29 July

PlayStation Plus Deluxe

Twisted Metal 3 | PS5, PS4

Welcome to our twisted world where the drivers are insane, the explosions apocalyptic and the weapons hard-core nasty. It’s the original and ultimate automotive combat experience! Get twisted with high powered vehicles, an arsenal of weapons and unbeatable bosses! Experience Twisted Metal 3 originally released on the PlayStation console, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters.

*Twisted Metal 3 is releasing worldwide Tuesday, 15 July

Twisted Metal 4 | PS5, PS4

Sweet Tooth and his pumped-up posse of evil henchmen have taken control of the most explosive freakshow on wheels! Get ready for high-octane action with a multitude of characters, vehicles, and powerful weapons. Battle through interactive arenas with crisp vehicles and lush battlegrounds for an intense, chaotic experience. Experience Twisted Metal 4 originally released on the PlayStation console, enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters.

*Twisted Metal 4 is releasing worldwide Tuesday, 15 July

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Holdfast delivers servers of 150+ players and now more can join the war than ever before with its console launch.

[Malta – July 9, 2025] – Steady your aim, let out a war cry, and take part in massive historical clashes as the viral PC sensation Holdfast: Nations At War has made its way to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S today!. The multiplayer title from Anvil Game Studios has created a dedicated community across nearly a decade since it hit Early Access, and that community grows larger with console players joining the frontlines.

With over 150 players on a server and complete crossplay between PC and console, the scale of war has never been this grand. Choose your perspective with both first and third-person options, battle across different eras such as the Napoleonic Wars and World War I, and find the perfect role to help your side claim victory. With proximity chat, players will be able to role-play to their heart’s content and strategize in real-time with all squadmates in the nearby vicinity. 

Whether you’re a casual gamer who simply enjoys the thrill of battle, a hardcore roleplayer who wants to immerse yourself in the time period, or an FPS pro who wants to pull off trickshots with a musket, there are tons of ways for you to enjoy Holdfast: Nations At War.

Key Features:

• The Holdfast Community: Roleplaying features such as proximity chat bring the community together. From full-on clans to players looking to capture hilarious moments and go viral, the battlefront is full of characters.
• Battle Across Eras: Large-scale battles take you to the Napoleonic Wars or into WWI, where you can embark aboard warships, hunker down in trenches, or defend town squares from the oncoming assault.
• Battlefield Roles: There are 27 total roles to choose from in Holdfast: Nations At War. Be a typical soldier or prove yourself as a leader in an officer capacity. Fight side by side with your fellow riflemen, repel enemy forces on horseback, or even man the artillery.
• Customization & Progression: Show off your achievements on the battlefield with over 100+ unlockable cosmetics, including headwear, backpacks, melee weaponry, gestures, and more.
• Warring Nations: There are eight factions you can pledge your allegiance to. Fight for the British Empire, French Empire, Kingdom of Prussia, Russian Empire, Austrian Empire, Kingdom of Italy, and the Central or Allied Powers.

As Holdfast: Nations At War arrives on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S for $19.99 USD for the standard edition. You’ll be able to purchase the deluxe editions that are available for PC through Steam. This includes all DLC being available for purchase on the console launch. There’s no wait to get the full experience of this multiplayer extravaganza. 

Head over to the official website to enlist today!

About Anvil Game Studios

Anvil Game Studios is a game development company based in Malta with an international team of passionate individuals. They independently developed and published their debut title Holdfast: Nations At War, after forming the studio in 2014. The game sold 1.5 million copies on Steam and is now bringing the fight to PlayStation and Xbox on July 9th, 2025. 

Screenwriter John August (Corpse Bride, Charlie’s Angels, Big Fish) and developer Corey Martin (Bonfire Peaks, Pipe Push Paradise) have announced the release date for ‘Birdigo’, a Wordle x Balatro word bird game where you build up a deck and guide an adorable flock on their migration around the world. Birdigo is coming to PC on July 30th, with a free demo you can play right now.

The unlikely collaboration came about after John put out a call on his podcast, Scriptnotes, asking for a game developer to help with a new project. Corey answered, and the rest is history!

About the game:

Build words, play cards, and take flight! Birdigo is an adorable mashup of Wordle and Balatro created by screenwriter John August (Corpse Bride, Charlie’s Angels, Big Fish) and developer Corey Martin (Bonfire Peaks, Pipe Push Paradise). 

Assemble letter cards into words, which add up into ‘flaps’ to send you further along your journey. Use enchanted feathers, letters and songs to change the rules of the game as you build your score. Go for broke with wild strategies and crazy combos, generate mega-high scores, and guide your flock to safety!  

Features:

• Wordbuilding: Assemble words from letter cards, using combos and enhanced letters to supercharge your score.
• Change the game: Use feathers to transform how words are scored. Develop your own wild strategies and workarounds.
• Unlock and improve: Achievements unlock new feathers, songs, decks, and migration routes.  
• Guide your flock: Save up ‘flaps’ to guide your migration around the world. Strategize carefully, as the distance increases with each round!

Quote from the Team

“When I put out the call for a collaborator,  I wasn’t sure what to expect,” said screenwriter John August, one half of the team behind Birdigo. “But Corey has been an incredible partner. From visuals to mechanics to sound design, he has incredible instincts and taste. I think we’ve created something that’s both cute and really compulsively fun. I hope players have a blast with Birdigo. It’s been a joy to make.’

About the Devs

Birdigo is developed by screenwriter John August and developer Corey Martin. John August is known for writing films like Corpse Bride, Aladdin, Charlie’s Angels and Big Fish.He’s also co-host of the popular screenwriting podcast Scriptnotes.

Manage your astral forge , fulfill contracts and influence wars or trade relations with your craftsmanship. Master the resource market, upgrade your workshop, and become the realm’ most legendary blacksmith!

Namur, Belgium, July 9th, 2025: Clever Trickster is thrilled to announce their second game: Magic Forge Tycoon, a fantasy casual management game. The Steam page, including the reveal trailer, is live now! Players can still subscribe to the closed beta here until the end of the month.

The game release is scheduled for January, 2026, on PC, Mac and Steam Deck.

Forge Legends, Shape Kingdoms!

In Magic Forge Tycoon, every hammer strike shapes history. Manage your astral forge, craft enchanted weapons, and decide the fate of warring kingdoms. Will you fuel conflicts or forge peace through your creations? Master the economy, fulfill demanding contracts from rulers and nobles, and carve your name among the greatest blacksmiths!

Master the Art of Forging

• Select the best weapon patterns, fine-tune every setting, and apply perfect enchantments for unmatched quality.
• Find the perfect balance between style and durability to create exceptional weapons.
• Increase productivity to optimize your output and craft masterpieces fit for kings.

Expand and Upgrade Your Workshop

• Purchase new technologies to speed up production and refine your creations.
• Upgrade your forge to unlock advanced crafting techniques and boost production capacity.
• Invest in research to discover new weapon designs and exotic resources.

Control the Economy and Trade

• Buy and sell materials in a dynamic market influenced by wars, alliances, and resource scarcity.
• Stockpile raw materials, anticipate price fluctuations and kingdom conflicts to secure the best deals.
• Manage resources wisely—poor investments or shortages can cost you dearly!

Influence Wars and Politics

• Complete contracts for rival factions and watch your weapons reshape the balance of power.
• Accumulate Favor Points to unlock better contracts, political perks, and exclusive forge bonuses.
• Establish trade outposts in strategic regions to expand your influence and gather crucial intelligence.

A World That Evolves with Your Choices

• Your economic choices can make a kingdom thrive… or bring about its downfall.
• Wars, alliances, and economies shift dynamically, presenting new challenges every playthrough.
• Every forged weapon leaves a mark on history. Will you be a peacemaker or a war profiteer?

Become the Realm’s Greatest Blacksmith!

Magic Forge Tycoon blends intuitive gameplay with deep management mechanics in a living, reactive world. Expand your forge, master the trade, and see how your creations shape the destiny of nations. Forge your legacy in fire and steel!

Ludovic Mahieu, co-founder of Clever Trickster, enthusiastically commented: “Game Dev Tycoon has always held a special place in my heart—it’s one of those rare games I’ve played obsessively. It’s brilliantly accessible yet incredibly rich in depth, and it’s beloved by our entire team. Additionally, I’ve always been deeply inspired by Heroic Fantasy, particularly classics like Dungeons & Dragons and Naheulbeuk, which have greatly influenced both myself and our talented Art Director. Combining these shared passions was the driving force behind Magic Forge Tycoon. I truly believe passion is the cornerstone of creating extraordinary games!”

Players can wishlist the game on Steam.

ABOUT CLEVER TRICKSTER

Clever Trickster is a video game development studio founded in 2022 by gaming veterans passionate about strategy and management games. These genres have influenced the principles that guide the team: efficiency and innovation. The studio’s ethos values equality, collaboration, and autonomy, creating an inclusive and supportive environment. The team constantly strives to improve in order to deliver enriching gaming experiences, while keeping fun at the heart of work.