Paris, France – June 11, 2025 – Red Art Games is happy to announce that the Joe & Mac Retro Collection Kickstarter campaign is now live and has reached over 40% of its funding goal in less than 24 hours! Developed by Red Art Games’ internal studio, the award winning Red Art Studios, the Joe & Mac Retro Collection will feature the three Joe & Mac games released in the early 90s on Western Super Nintendo consoles as well as the uncensored Japanese versions. 

All three games will receive a host of new features and quality of life improvements. And to celebrate the launch of the campaign, Red Art Games has revealed its first stretch goal: the in-game addition of a brand new Boss Rush Mode! This original mode will be added to the Joe & Mac Retro Collection if the campaign reaches €30,000 in funding.

All of the physical (and digital) rewards listed on the project’s page have been created especially for this Kickstarter campaign. Amongst the beautiful items Joe & Mac fans can get their hands on are a Super Nintendo-inspired Collector’s Edition, an artbook, a plushie of the iconic meat item seen in the game, an original sketch from the artist who created the Joe & Mac Retro Collection’s cover art and even an extremely limited 20cm figure of the collection’s three heroes!  

To find out more and support the Joe & Mac Retro Collection crowdfunding campaign, head on over to Kickstarter. The Joe & Mac Retro Collection will launch on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam) later this year digitally.

Follow Red Art Games on social media to stay up to date with all of our latest Joe & Mac Retro Collection news and announcements! 

About Joe & Mac Retro Collection 

Developed by Red Art Studios, Red Art Games’ internal development studio, the Joe & Mac Retro Collection is a compilation of Joe & Mac: Caveman Ninja, Congo’s Caper, and Joe & Mac 2: Lost in the tropics, the three Joe & Mac titles developed by Data East and released on Super Nintendo between 1991 and 1995. All three games are part of the Tatakae Genshijin franchise in Japan.

• Joe & Mac: Caveman Ninja (ジョーとマック 戦え原始人) is a Run & Gun platformer that follows the titular Joe & Mac as they fight through 12 hellish levels using prehistoric (but not just) tools and weapons. While the game was censored when it came out in the West, the Retro Collection also includes the original Japanese version!
• Congo’s Caper (戦え原始人2 ルーキーの冒険) is a side-scrolling Action platformer centered around Congo, a half-human, half-monkey boy looking to rescue his girlfriend from a demon through 35 varied levels.
• Joe & Mac: Lost in the Tropics (ジョーアンドマック戦え原始人3主役はやっぱり) adds a light roleplaying aspect to the series. While the goal is still to defeat cavemen and dinosaurs, players can court and wed their Stone Age girlfriend, and even have a child with her!

In addition to allowing players to rediscover the original games as they were presented back in the 90s, the Joe & Mac Retro Collection also features numerous quality of life improvements!

Features

• Three classic games from the 16-bit era
• Includes both the Western and uncensored Japanese versions of each title
• Save states have been added to facilitate progress
• Made a mistake? Go back in time by using the Rewind feature
• Optional CRT filter for an even more retro experience
• Joe & Mac 1 and 2 can be played by two players in coop mode
• Customizable aspect ratios

© G-MODE Corporation, DATA EAST, the DATA EAST logo(s) and JOE & MAC are registered trademarks of G-MODE Corporation.

About Red Art Games:

Officially launched in early 2018, Red Art Games is a France-based publishing company that specializes in bringing indie, Japanese and retro titles to consoles and PC both physically and digitally. In addition to its publishing work, Red Art Games also develops and ports games to consoles, PC and mobile platforms via its award-winning internal development studio. Since its inception, Red Art Games has published over 200 physical titles and ported over 30 games. In March 2023, Red Art Games was awarded the 11th spot in Metacritic’s 13th Annual Game Publisher Rankings. 

Garage auction simulator where you turn trash into treasure gets sports cars, summer outfits, marketing and more

Warsaw, Poland – 11th June, 2025 – Raccoons Studios and co-publisher BeardedBrothers.Games will drop a big new Summer update today for its cult hit, Storage Hunter Simulator. The new update adds a host of new features to the game, including a Summer Event, car items to collect that allow you to unlock sports cars, a ‘marketing’ upgrade for the pawnshop, a new normal difficulty and more. 

The Summer Event features a new sunny location, a cannon minigame, fresh new summer outfits to wear and a host of summer-themed items to collect. There are two new collector NPCs searching for car-themed items. Provide them with what they want and you will be rewarded with two new sports cars for you to hunt for bargains in style.

In Storage Hunter Simulator, you take risks and compete with other bidders to win garages and find hidden treasures that will help you turn a profit. There are thousands of unique items to discover, which you’ll have to properly identify with experts until your business grows enough for you to obtain the tools to value them yourself. Build your auction empire and you will eventually get the opportunity to purchase your own pawnshop that you can upgrade over time. Manage your resources efficiently as you invest in tools, upgrades and employees, take risks on locked containers that might contain treasure or trash, and make your way from rags to riches.

Summer Update Features

• Summer Event: Featuring a new location, cannon challenge, summer outfits, new summer items and new achievements
• Car Collectors and Sports Cars: collect car items for two new collector NPCs and unlock two sports cars as a reward
• Marketing: The pawn shop’s ‘marketing’ upgrade helps you sell items faster
• Normal mode: New difficulty mode for players that found hard mode too hard
• UI visual changes for better look
• Optimized performance and some crash fixes.
• Fixed audio issues

About Raccoons Studios

Based in Warsaw, Poland, Raccoons Studios strives to create experiences that everyone from casual players to gaming aficionados can enjoy. They are currently working on Storage Hunter Simulator.

About BeardedBrothers.Games

BeardedBrothers.Games was founded in 2018 by brothers Darek and Lukasz Skrzypkowski in Warsaw, Poland. The company makes games that use procedural generation to create immersive gameplay with high replayability and prides itself on creating projects together with the gaming community.

Try Out the New Steam Next Fest Demo Available Until June 16

As part of this year’s festivities at IGN Live, publisher BILIBILI GAME and developer Team Soda debuted a brand new trailer for Escape From Duckov, the eagerly awaited duck-themed extraction shooter. The new trailer showed off a deeper look into Duckov’s blend of top-down combat and charming duck-filled levels.

Escape From Duckov surprised shooter fans everywhere when its first demo became the fourth-highest played demo on Steam earlier this year. Don’t worry if you missed the first demo. Eager players can stretch their wings on a brand new demo right now on PC via Steam until the end of Steam Next Fest on June 16. The demo features approximately eight hours of content, including two maps and dozens of guns to collect and craft, as well as an early look at Duckov’s progression system.

Team Soda and BILIBILI GAME also recently announced that Duckov, originally only announced for PC via Steam, is coming to PC via Epic Games Store and Mac via the App Store and Steam. Duckov is available for Wishlisting now.

•    Steam
•    Epic Games Store
•    Mac App Store to Come

Unlike hardcore tactical shooters, Duckov features cartoonish enemies, fog-of-war mechanics, and randomly dropped loot. Combined with base-building, weapon customization, and progression systems, it offers high replayability and extensive depth that will keep players coming back for more. Escape From Duckov releases later this year and is available for Wishlisting now.

Annecy, France 11 June 2025: PASSION Paris, part of the award-winning global animation studio PASSION PICTURES, is partnering with Amplitude Studios to develop a new animated series set in the ENDLESS universe. The series is currently in development at PASSION’s Paris studio, in close collaboration with Amplitude’s creative team.

The project taps into PASSION’s expertise in the gaming space and joins its growing slate of animated series, spanning genres and audiences. Recent work includes 400 Boys, directed by Robert Valley for Netflix’s Love, Death + Robots and Not a Box, a playful and imaginative preschool series launching Friday 13 June on Apple TV+ and being previewed today at Annecy International Animation Film Festival. These projects demonstrate PASSION’s intention not to work to a single house style, rather embodying its house values: every project is cast from the ground up, with the right artists, directors, and visual language to support the story.

The announcement follows Amplitude’s reveal last Sunday of the early access release date for ENDLESS Legend 2, marking an important milestone in the ongoing evolution of the ENDLESS universe. With this new animated series, Amplitude and PASSION will deepen that world and bring it to life in a new format, connecting the games and episodic storytelling in a cohesive, long-term vision.

“We’re so excited to be stepping into the ENDLESS universe,” said Caroline Audebert, MD/Executive Producer at PASSION Paris. “Amplitude has built a world that’s rich with lore, characters and atmosphere and we’re working closely with their team to develop a visual style and storytelling approach that captures what players already love about the series, while opening the door to new stories and audiences.”

Romain de Waubert de Genlis, CEO and co-founder at Amplitude Studios says “ENDLESS is a universe we’ve been shaping with passion for years, hand in hand with our community. Seeing it take a new leap forward through this partnership with PASSION PICTURES is truly a dream come true. We’re proud of this collaboration and can’t wait to see the adventure come to life in a whole new format.” 

About PASSION PICTURES and PASSION Paris

PASSION Paris is a PASSION PICTURES company. PASSION Paris is a unique animation studio located in the heart of Paris, built on over 20 years of expertise and creative craftsmanship developed through the work of its talented directors and inspired artists. PASSION Paris is part of the PASSION PICTURES group.

PASSION PICTURES is an internationally renowned production company uniquely specialising in animation and documentary filmmaking and is a three-time Academy Award winner. With teams in London, Paris, New York, LA and Barcelona, PASSION is a fully integrated studio that brings together multiple creative divisions, partner companies, and a wide array of talent. The studio recently won the BAFTA for Best Documentary with “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story” and recent animation credits include 400 Boys, the standout episode of season 4 of Netflix’s Love, Death + Robots and the forthcoming Not a Box, coming to Apple TV+ on June 13.

https://www.passion-pictures.com/

About Amplitude Studios SAS©

Amplitude Studios is a Paris-based company comprised of experienced, quality-driven videogame lovers and – with the help of their loyal player base – creators of the finest strategy games in the world. Founded in 2011, we are a team of over 170 developers hailing from all over the globe. We’re known for the ENDLESS™ series of games, with ENDLESS™ Legend 2 coming in 2025, as well as historical 4X epic HUMANKIND™.

You can find out more via our official website (https://www.amplitude-studios.com/), as well as social channels, including Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Discord.

© 2025 Amplitude Studios SAS. All rights reserved. Amplitude, Amplitude Studios, Amplitude’s logo, Endless Space, Endless Legend, Endless Dungeon, Dungeon of the Endless, and Humankind are registered trademarks of Amplitude Studios SAS.

About ENDLESS Universe

The ENDLESS Universe™️ is a vast science-fantasy universe built upon the ancient ruins of an extinct god-like civilization called ‘The Endless’.  Crafted by Amplitude Studios and the community, it’s a world with more than 80 civilizations, hundreds of heroes, and countless stories that range from small personal narratives to grand space operas. The universe hosts five award-winning games (ENDLESS Space, ENDLESS Legend, Dungeon of the ENDLESS, ENDLESS Space 2, ENDLESS Dungeon) and continues to expand with ENDLESS Legend 2, a fantasy turn-based strategy game, set to release later this year.

Duesseldorf/Germany, June 10, 2025 – Team17 and astragon Entertainment  both subsidiaries of everplay, are once again participants of Gamescom 2025 in Cologne. Both companies will present their latest games to the public at their joint booth in Hall 6.

The booth will feature numerous hands-on gaming opportunities as well as an engaging stage program, packed with this year’s top attractions. The exciting game line-up for this year – packed with simulation hits from astragon Entertainment and beloved indie games from Team17 – will be unveiled soon.

At the business stand in Hall 4.2, press representatives, content creators and industry partners will have exclusive access to presentations and insights into the latest projects from all three everplay subsidiaries astragon Entertainment, Team17, and StoryToys.

We invite you to join us at gamescom 2025 from August 20 to 24 for an unforgettable experience of gaming excitement.

Team17 published award-winning titles, including games like Blasphemous, Dredge, Moving Out, and the Overcooked! franchise. With over 30 years in the industry, the company boasts a growing portfolio of games and successful first-party titles such as Hell Let Loose, The Escapists, Golf With Your Friends, and the iconic Worms series. On the show floor, Team17 will showcase a diverse selection of titles from its extensive catalog to visitors.

astragon Entertainment is known for its renowned simulation brands such as Construction Simulator, Police Simulator: Patrol Officers, and Bus Simulator. The company recently announced the new game Firefighting Simulator: Ignite, as well as Seafarer: The Ship Sim. Alongside these popular titles, astragon offers a diverse array of distribution titles from global partners across various genres.

All titles, content, publisher names, trademarks, artwork, and associated imagery are trademarks and/or copyright material of their respective owners. All rights reserved. 

About everplay group plc  

everplay group plc (formerly Team17 Group plc) is an award winning and leading global indie games label developer and publisher of premium video games and apps, comprising three distinct divisions: Team17, astragon and StoryToys. Team 17 is a games developer, publisher and creative partner for indie developers around the world, known for iconic IP such as Hell Let Loose, Worms and Overcooked!. astragon is a leading games publisher, developer and distributor of sophisticated working simulation games, including Construction Simulator and Police Simulator, targeting a broad audience from young enthusiasts to technical experts and casual gamers. Story Toys a world-class developer and publisher of educational entertainment apps, bringing the world’s most popular characters, worlds and stories to life for children under the age of eight, with apps including Disney Colouring World and LEGO® DUPLO® PEPPA PIG.

Visit www.everplaygroupplc.com for more information.

About Team17

Founded in 1990, Team17 is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Part of everplay plc, which floated on AIM in 2018, Team17 has an extensive portfolio comprised of over 120 titles, and fully encapsulates the spirit of independent games. Team17’s portfolio of multi-award-winning and award-nominated in-house brands include Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the iconic Worms franchise, alongside its games label partner titles, including the award-winning games Blasphemous, Greak: Memories of Azur, and Overcooked! franchise.

About astragon Entertainment GmbH

Founded in 1998, astragon Entertainment GmbH, a subsidiary of everplay plc, is a leading German games developer, publisher and distributor of sophisticated ‘working’ simulation games, focusing on non-violent cooperative gameplay with very detailed, technical, and realistic environments. Since 2023, astragon Development (formerly Independent Arts Software) has been part of astragon Entertainment. With over 30 years of experience, the German development studio has a long-standing track record of creating successful commercial games across a variety of genres.

astragon’s internationally well-known IPs include Construction Simulator, Bus Simulator, Police Simulator: Patrol Officers and Firefighting Simulator. The distribution of high-quality licensed and distribution products such as Farming Simulator and SnowRunner complete its attractive product range. astragon games are available world-wide on many different platforms such as consoles, smartphones, tablets, and PC. Visit www.astragon.com for more information.

New puzzles, new outfits and new games bring Stoneville’s festival season to life

June 11, 2025 – A new festival comes to Miraland in Infinity Nikki’s Playful Season, which turns Stoneville into a joyous celebration of cheerful children, and the quiet dedication of the adults that support them. 

Upon meeting a cursed fairy apprentice, Nikki and Momo set off on a journey as fairies themselves to help lift the curse and return their world to normal in a trial that will test the strength of their teamwork and courage. 

At the heart of the Playful Season lies a new story chapter, where Nikki and Momo meet a cursed apprentice fairy in need of help. In an effort to lift the spell, Nikki transforms into a fairy herself and embarks on a heartfelt adventure through a beautifully rendered, storybook-like realm. Alongside Momo, she must face monsters and challenges that test both her resolve and compassion. The tale is a celebration of teamwork, courage, and the strength found in supporting others during times of struggle.

Three new interactive attractions bring Miraland’s festival atmosphere to life, each offering joyful, cooperative gameplay. Players can explore a mysterious sky path where every creature, including Nikki, sprouts wings and floats freely through the air—ideal for capturing magical in-game photographs. A pumpkin-shaped ride sends players spinning along winding, elevated tracks in a chaotic yet delightful fashion. And the charming Beretsant Trampoline—modelled after a rotund chicken with a painted hat—responds with a variety of crowing sounds depending on where it’s bounced on, adding a layer of humour and surprise to the experience.

Puzzle lovers will enjoy a series of seven uniquely themed maze challenges, each designed with rich visual storytelling and gentle exploration in mind. In each maze, players must seek out petrified animals hidden throughout in order to unlock the path forward. These puzzles combine light strategic thinking with immersive world design, encouraging players to lose themselves in the enchanting environments that define Infinity Nikki.

Two new in-game items allow players to personalise their spaces with touches of nostalgia and magic. A beautifully designed rocking horse lets Nikki sit and gently sway back and forth, evoking the quiet joy of childhood play. Meanwhile, a potion cauldron adds a fantastical twist—players can toss ingredients inside to trigger plumes of colourful, dreamy smoke, perfect for adding a bit of mystery and charm to their fairy-tale corner.

This season introduces five new ability outfits that enhance the whimsical nature of Stoneville. The standout is the five-star outfit, Enchanted Encounter, that gently cleanses small animals nearby, causing them to float dreamily into the air and creating a fairy-tale-like spectacle. Three new four-star outfits also make their debut. The Comic-Style Prince Outfit conjures an enchanting rose effect in the background, enhancing the atmosphere of romantic fantasy, while the The Cloud-Summoning Outfit transforms the sky above into a sea of floating clouds, adding to the magical environment. Additionally, two limited-time favourites return: one five-star and one four-star outfit from previous seasons will be available once more for a short period, offering players another chance to add them to their collections.

Infinity Nikki continues to evolve with seasonal content that brings imaginative stories and experiences to life. The Playful Season update will be available June 13th, inviting players to discover new friendships, fashions, and flights of fancy throughout Miraland.

Infinity Nikki continues to expand its joyful, fashion-forward universe with magical storytelling and endlessly delightful play. The Playful Season update will be available [insert date if known], bringing new surprises and heart-warming adventures to players around the world.

Infold Games invites players to wishlist Infinity Nikki on Steam and prepare for the most magical season yet. Assets and trailer links will be provided ahead of launch.

As part of Steam Next Fest, a playable demo is now available on Steam

Sydney, Australia, June 11, 2025 – Microids and Microids Studio Lyon are thrilled to unveil the first official trailer for the video game Agatha Christie – Death on the Nile, slated for release in September 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch, and PC. This adaptation of the Queen of Crime’s masterpiece has with two playable protagonists: the legendary Hercule Poirot and Jane Royce, a brand-new character created for the Agatha Christie universe.

For Steam Next Fest, a playable demo is available now on Steam. This is a unique opportunity for players to discover the beginning of the game and immerse themselves in its unique atmosphere.

Players will switch between the two characters, each offering a complementary perspective on the scenario. Poirot’s sharp eye and Royce’s instinct allow players to discover the investigation from different angles, cross-referencing testimonies, questioning all the suspects and putting together the pieces of the puzzle. Every detail counts to uncover the truth.

While remaining faithful to the spirit of the original novel, Agatha Christie – Death on the Nile offers a contemporary reinterpretation of the plot. Following in the spirit of their work on Agatha Christie – Murder on the Orient Express, Microids Studio Lyon team have crafted a unique adventure packed with never-before-seen surprises that will astonish even the most passionate fans of Agatha Christie’s novels.

About Agatha Christie – Death on the Nile:

In Death on the Nile, a peaceful cruise on the Nile is disrupted by a terrible crime. Thankfully, Hercule Poirot is onboard. Meanwhile, another private detective Jane Royce is tracking a murderer, leading her from London to Majorca, New York, and finally to Egypt. The two investigations collide at Abu Simbel. The dynamic duo will solve a complex case full of twists and turns. But the story doesn’t end with the book and still holds many mysteries and twists.

Key features:

• Dual protagonists: Play as both Hercule Poirot and Jane Royce, each with unique perspectives and storylines that converge in an epic finale.
• Innovative setting: Dive into this story set in the 1970s, a decade of major social transformations. Amid feminist movements, the rise of minority rights, and the liberation of social norms, this vibrant era combines disco clubs, flared trousers, and psychedelic, where colourful characters bring a captivating plot to life.
• Extended storyline: Discover a brand-new investigation after the events of the book, ensuring fresh surprises for fans and newcomers alike.
• Diverse locations: Explore a variety of stunning locations, from the exotic Nile cruise to the bustling cities of Majorca, London, and Cairo.
• Enhanced mind map: Gather clues and establish logical connections through a dynamic mind map that enables you to draw deductions and advance the story.
• Confrontation system: Use the evidence you have gathered to challenge suspects, expose lies and uncover hidden truths.
• Character profiles: Complete character profiles by collecting information about them through dialogues and observations.
• Enhanced gameplay: spying, shadowing, lock-picking, mental reconstruction… the range of your skills has been considerably expanded since Murder on the Orient Express, to bring light to all the shadows surrounding this large-scale investigation.

Agatha Christie – Death on the Nile will be available in 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and Nintendo Switch.

About Microids

Microids, a French video game publisher founded in 1985, has established itself as a key international player in the sector. Its editorial strategy is based on two main axes: adventure games and games for experienced gamers. Working with renowned studios and creators, Microids offers immersive experiences based on popular licenses, enabling players to experience new adventures alongside iconic characters.

About Agatha Christie Limited

Agatha Christie Limited (ACL) has been managing the literary and media rights to Agatha Christie’s works around the world since 1955. Collaborating with the very best talents in film, television, publishing, stage and on digital platforms ACL ensures that Christie’s work continues to reach new audiences in innovative ways and to the highest standard.  The company is managed by Christie’s great grandson James Prichard.

©2024-2025 Microids SA and Agatha Christie Limited. All rights reserved. Published by Microids SA. Developed by Microids Studio Lyon. All rights reserved. Death on the Nile ©1937 Agatha Christie Limited. All rights reserved. DEATH ON THE NILE, AGATHA CHRISTIE, POIROT, the Agatha Christie Signature and the AC Monogram Logo are registered trademarks of Agatha Christie Limited in the UK and elsewhere. All rights reserved.

The next thrilling instalment debuts teaser trailer at AWE 2025! 

Seoul, South Korea, 10th June 2025 – Hidden Pictures: Agent Q, the exciting, mixed reality puzzle adventure for Meta Quest, is preparing for the arrival of its first free major DLC this July! Ahead of this launch, Newmatic Co. Ltd., has unveiled a new teaser trailer at AWE 2025 today.

As B.A.R.D’s top special agent, Agent Q, it’s once again up to you to stop the Tumai space pirates from wreaking havoc on the peaceful Muddle civilisation. Players will now find the Muddles in 20 new locations, five in each of the themed worlds (Museum, Western, Megacity & Halloween). Each map will be an intricate diorama to explore, with new secrets to discover. Players will need to complete the core campaign before unlocking these additional stages. Additionally, the DLC includes three new puzzle types, expanding the gameplay experience even further, testing players’ skills and timing. 

Naturally, the Tumai are back in force to steal even more of the Muddle’s precious Galaxy Orbs from the new locations. 12 new pirate characters have been added to the roster, so there are plenty of chances to expand that Tumai Collection Tower!

“This DLC is a world our team loved bringing to life. We hope players enjoy discovering the new secrets and stories woven into the familiar Muddle universe,” said Newmatic CEO, Oh Sung. “Once again, we invite you to dive into our miniature cosmos.”

KEY DLC FEATURES

• New Pirates! – The Tumai are back with 12 new characters
• More Levels! – 20 new maps, 5 for each of the themed regions (making for a total of 82 maps!)
• More Puzzles! – 3 new puzzle types to test those skills

The free Hidden Pictures: Agent Q DLC update is scheduled for release on the Horizon Store for Meta Quest on 31st July 2025. 

Launched as a Meta Quest exclusive on 27th February 2025, Hidden Pictures: Agent Q is a fun-filled puzzle game for all ages. As Agent Q, with your trusty intern Agent R in tow, you have to protect the Muddles from the Tomai space pirates, who want to steal the Galaxy Orbs. Explore 80+ miniature worlds, filled with characters and secrets. Featuring Adventure, Puzzle and Boss modes, there’s plenty to keep intrepid Agents busy! 

Hidden Pictures: Agent Q – Horizon Store |

About Hidden Pictures: Agent Q:

The peaceful Muddle are in trouble; only the special agents at B.A.R.D. can help! The Tumai, a menacing cohort of space pirates, has attacked Monia – the collection of asteroids the Muddle call home – with the intent of destroying the Galaxy Orb protecting each asteroid. As Agent Q, you must put a stop to this attack, solving puzzles to piece each Galaxy Orb back together, whilst uncovering the hidden Tumai.  

About Newmatic:

Based in Seoul, South Korea, Newmatic Co., Ltd. is a specialist in XR content creation. From Art and Virtual Spaces, through to Film and Videogames, Newmatic Co., Ltd. was founded in 2019, with some of its earliest projects including The Strange City and Ellie’s Travel Diary. Hidden Pictures: Agent Q is its latest XR project, a puzzle adventure for Meta Quest headsets.

This Update Brings the Most Transformative Change in the Game’s 10-Year History and Introduces Free Access; Operation Daybreak Now Available

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — 11 June, 2025 — Today, Ubisoft® announced that Siege® X, the largest and most transformative update in Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege’s 10-year history, is now free to access on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, the Xbox One family of consoles, Xbox Series X | S, and Windows PC, including on Steam, and Amazon Luna*. The game is also available on Ubisoft+, Ubisoft’s subscription service*.

Siege X brings Dual Front**, a brand-new permanent 6v6 mode. Dual Front will mix both Attackers and Defenders for the first time to seize enemy sectors while defending their own. During matches, players can respawn and change their selected operator and take on time-limited Neutral Sector assignments. Siege X also brings significant upgrades and overhauls to graphics, gameplay, and audio, such as:

• Five modernised 5v5 maps at launch with new lighting, shadows, and resolution upgrades: Clubhouse, Chalet, Border, Bank, and Kafe. Three new 5v5 maps will be modernised in each future season.
• Deepened gameplay features like the all-new destructible ingredients, including gas pipes, metal detectors and fire extinguishers, which players can strategically interact with to outplay their opponents; and rappel navigation and momentum movement have been improved, providing more fluid controls that allow players to sprint horizontally along walls on rappel and manoeuvre around building corners.
• An audio overhaul of propagation and reverberation in Rainbow Six Siege will now sound even more realistic, enabling players to gather critical intel through audio cues and pinpoint the location and type of rooms where enemy players are situated on the map.
• A new onboarding experience designed to build skills and confidence.

Other changes bring quality of life improvements, a new Pick and Ban system, and R6 ShieldGuard, the game’s multifaceted approach to anti-cheat.

Starting today, through Free Access***, new players can play the base game with a selection of operators as well as Unranked, Quick Match, and Dual Front, for free. Rainbow Six Siege is also available with purchases of the Elite Edition (AUD $29.95) and Ultimate Edition (AUD $59.95):

• The Elite Edition grants access to all game modes, including Ranked playlists and Siege Cup, and 16 additional operators
• The Ultimate Edition grants access to all game modes including Ranked playlists and Siege Cup, 52 additional operators and the Disruptor Pack

Current players will retain all previously unlocked content and receive exclusive veteran rewards based on the year they joined the game.

Ubisoft also announced that the second season of Rainbow Six Siege Year 10, Operation Daybreak, launched today with an operator remaster for Clash. Clash’s CCE Shield is now deployable, allowing her to strategically place it in a stationary position while operating its taser remotely. The season also introduces other gameplay and operator balancing changes: electricity will no longer damage operators, and limb damage will be reduced. Jackal, Sledge, Thunderbird, Jäger, and Blackbeard have all received balance updates. For the full list of Operation Daybreak content, please visit Ubisoft News.

To learn more about Rainbow Six Siege, including Siege X, please visit rainbow6.com. For more information about Year 10, visit rainbow6.com/Roadmap. For the latest news on other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.

*Ubisoft+ on Luna requires account linking and a Multi-Access plan. Territorial restrictions apply.

**Dual Front will be available only on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S

***Certain features like Ranked playlists, Siege Cup, additional operators, and cosmetics require payment to unlock.

About Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege

Developed by Ubisoft Montreal* and with more than 85 million registered players, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six Siege puts players in the middle of a fast-paced, ever-evolving multiplayer experience grounded in the selection of unique Operators. Using the right mix of tactics and destruction, Rainbow Six teams engage their enemies in sieges, where both Attackers and Defenders have exclusive skills and gadgets at their disposal. In 2025, Rainbow Six Siege celebrates its 10-year anniversary with Siege X, the biggest evolution in the game’s history. This milestone adds a brand-new 6v6 permanent game mode, Dual Front, modernised maps, visual and audio improvements, and much more.

*Associate Ubisoft studios include Barcelona, Blue Byte, Bucharest, Kyiv, Red Storm, Reflections, Saguenay, Shanghai, and Toronto.

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. With a Ubisoft+ subscription, players can access new releases, premium editions and extra content on Day One on PC, console and cloud. For the 2024-25 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.85 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

© 2025 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered trademarks in the US and/or other countries.

“Breaking Omertà: Art Meets Technology” Showcases Visual Fidelity and Tools Powering Early 1900s Sicily

New York, NY – [Insert Current Date] – Today, Hangar 13 unveiled the second installment in its behind-the-scenes developer diary series for Mafia: The Old Country. Titled Breaking Omertà: “Art Meets Technology”, the latest video offers an in-depth look at the studio’s approach to achieving cutting-edge visual fidelity and environmental authenticity for its upcoming narrative-driven crime epic.

In this latest entry, the development team dives into the visual and technical ambitions that drive Mafia: The Old Country. Leveraging new proprietary tools and next-generation technology, Hangar 13 is recreating the breathtaking landscapes and architectural richness of early 1900s Sicily with painstaking precision. From the sun-drenched coastlines to the shadowed alleyways of the Sicilian underworld, the team aims to deliver an immersive cinematic experience rooted in historical atmosphere and artistic realism.

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Set to launch on August 8, 2025, Mafia: The Old Country will be available on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Pre-orders and pre-purchase options are now available.