STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN, June 23, 2025. Independent developer Fatshark today releases their first paid class DLC, the Arbites, for Warhammer 40,000: Darktide alongside a free update, the Battle for Tertium. Next to exacting punishment with extreme prejudice with an Arbitrator, players will get a reworked narrative experience and mission board, experience a new difficulty for the Mortis Trials activity, play through the Inferno live event, engage in a new Havoc Campaign and enjoy a QoL changes as well as some weapon balancing. 

Players can now purchase the Arbites Class! All editions will be available to purchase starting June 23 across all platforms (PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox X|S):

• Standard Edition: $11.99 / €11.99
• Deluxe Edition: $18.99 / €18.99
• Cosmetic Upgrade (Upgrade to Deluxe): $7.99 / €7.99

The Adeptus Arbites enforce the Lex Imperialis – the Imperial Law. The institution’s most visible officers, known as Arbitrators, are utterly unforgiving of those who dare transgress the Law.

Arbites Class Feature Breakdown:

• Cyber-Mastiff: The Arbitrator’s loyal companion and best friend will join you in the slaying of lawbreakers. After you’re finished with customizing its name and looks, you’ll soon have it fighting alongside you. The Cyber-Mastiff has its own Passive target selection, which it will use to help you against anything that comes too close. You can also command it to attack a specific target, which will override any behaviour of its own. To command your Mastiff, you simply double-tap your Tag Input on any enemy that is eligible to be Tagged.
• Talent Tree: As an Arbitrator you have plenty of options when it comes to how you wish to play. Going from left to right in the Talent Tree we will find a few prominent themes. From Elite killing and Cyber-Mastiff handling, to Hybrid Combat and Supportive Utility, and lastly Crowd Control and Melee. While the Cyber-Mastiff is iconic to the Arbites, if you prefer to play without it, take a look at the Lone Wolf Talent (see below)!
  • Blitz Abilities 
    • Arbites Grenade: Your base Blitz is an Impact Grenade that deals high damage and stagger to anything struck by it
    • Voltaic Shock Mine: Throw a Voltaic Shock Mine onto the floor that lies dormant until an enemy comes near. Upon activation the Mine shocks and electrocute enemies
    • Remote Detonation: Cause an electric Explosion around your Cyber-Mastiff’s position. This deals Damage, Electrocutes, and Staggers nearby enemies.
  • Combat Abilities
    • Nuncio-Aquila: Iconic to the Arbites, is the Nuncio-Aquila. Deploy it to create an area where allies regenerate Toughness. Additionally, Enemies in the area have increase Damage taken.
    • Castigator’s Stance: Instantly replenishes your Toughness and you enter the Castigator’s Stance for 10s. During the stance you have increased Movement Speed, reduced Damage Taken, reduced Movement Speed Penalties from Actions (e.g. attacking, bracing, aiming, interacting or charging heavy attacks), but you cannot Sprint.
    • Break the Line: Step forward and Bash, causing high Stagger to enemies in front of you, and inflict more damage for a short duration.
  • Cyber-Mastiff Iconics: In addition, there are three Talents that affect the Behaviour of your Cyber-Mastiff.
    • Unleashed Brutallity: Your Cyber-Mastiff prioritises Elite and Specialist Enemies, and deals more damage to them.
    • Go Get ‘Em! Your Cyber-Mastiff prioritises Ranged Enemies, and deals +50% Damage to them.
    • Lone Wolf: You are no longer accompanied by your Cyber-Mastiff. Gain +15% Toughness Damage Reduction, +10% Attack Speed, +10% Damage, +1 increased Charges on your Blitz Abilities, and you replenish a charge of your Blitz Ability every 60s. This Iconic cannot be taken with any other Cyber-Mastiff related talent.

Naturally we have more in store with Auras and Keystones nodes! Make sure to check these out in our patch notes!

Free Update: The Battle for Tertium includes:

• The Battle for Tertium
  • The core player experience has been reworked to provide a new clearer narrative focus, following the conflict of the Battle for Tertium. Players will now experience a linear campaign with new mission debriefs and embedded cinematics. This new progression path is designed to ease in new players and gradually unlock features that were previously gated by character level.
  • While previously each new player’s experience was completely random, the Battle for Tertium narrative presents maps, enemies and characters in a specific order, allowing players to discover all aspects of the game at a much better pace.
  • The story missions play the same as regular missions, except that these missions have a more tight control over which enemies spawn. You might also hear some new VO lines during missions, and some brand new mission debrief cinematics when completing each mission.
• Mission Board Rework
  • A new mission board system will be bringing several changes to how you engage with missions and difficulties. Missions are no longer tied to a specific difficulty, allowing you to select a mission and then choose the difficulty you want. This will effectively increase the amount of mission options available for players of all difficulty levels. While most circumstances remain consistent across difficulty levels, some are disabled on lower difficulties. Notably, Maelstrom missions are exclusive to the Heresy and Auric difficulties.
  • Additionally, the difficulty system has also been overhauled. You now unlock new difficulties by completing missions rather than leveling up your characters. You must prove your skills at your current maximum difficulty to unlock access to the next one. We intend to create a motivation for new players to master the game step by step, and for veteran players to feel assured that their teammates have earned the right to be there.
  • You will make progress by playing missions at your current maximum difficulty. Completing missions advances your progress. Mission Failures reduce your progress slightly but you will never be demoted to a lower difficulty. Higher difficulties will require you to complete more missions to unlock them.
• Update to the Mortis Trials activity:
  • The Secrets of the Shipmistress: Sefoni’s indiscretions are getting worse! During Mortis Trials, keen-eared players now have the opportunity to sift pieces of Shipmistress Brahms’ past from the psychic chatter. How did she inherit the Mourningstar? What is she hiding? Delve deeper into all these and more across dozens of new memory echoes, unlockable by claiming victory in the Mortis Trials!
  • New difficulty for Mortis Trials: Since the release of Mortis Trials we have noticed people requesting a higher challenge in Mortis Trials! So, we are adding a new difficulty, Auric, as well as some other small changes.
    • There will now be a shorter time in between waves.
    • Waves will now have more enemies and enemy types increasing variety.
    • We are changing the base difficulty to match an Auric difficulty mission.
• New In-Game Event: Inferno: starting June 23 and until July 7, the streets of Tertium will be set aflame in missions bearing the Inferno condition. Whether by heretic plot or over-zealous Imperial enforcement makes no real difference. Missions must still run, so be careful down there. You’re literally dropping into a hot zone. The rewards will be Ordo dockets, Plasteel and Diamantine. Those who complete the last tier of the event will receive a cosmetic portrait frame.
• New Havoc Campaign: Havoc will enter a new campaign featuring a new mission pool and rotation in mutators.
• Quality of Life Changes: 
  • Increased maximum number of operatives to 8.
  • Increased maximum number of weapon loadouts to 8.
  • Added a total of ~900 new banter conversations, both between the original cast and Arbites.

About Fatshark

Fatshark is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and was established in 2007. More than 100 experienced game developers are part of the independent developer, and we strive to create compelling interactive experiences. Apart from Warhammer 40,000: Darktide, the team has previously developed titles including Warhammer: Vermintide 2, Warhammer: End Times – Vermintide, Lead and Gold, Krater, and War of the Roses. 

About Games Workshop®

Games Workshop® Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer®: Age of Sigmar® and Warhammer® 40,000® games, miniatures, novels, and model kits through more than 553 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop® or Warhammer®), the www.games-workshop.com web store and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide.

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Unleash Norse fury in this definitive physical release, packed with DLC, exclusive collectables, and brutal survivor action.

Barcelona, Spain – June 23, 2025. SelectaPlay is thrilled to announce that the hit Norse-inspired roguelite, Nordic Ashes: Ultimate Edition, is coming to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in a stunning physical release later this year, available in both Standard and Collector’s Editions!

Step into a post-Ragnarok world where only the fiercest survive. Nordic Ashes throws you into relentless combat against monstrous hordes, elite enemies, and epic bosses. Unlock devastating weapons, upgrade your heroes using Constellation Ability Trees, and harness powerful relics to turn the tide of battle.

The Ultimate Edition brings together the critically acclaimed base game along with both DLC expansions, Remnants of Corruption and Dark Knights, for the complete, content-packed experience.

Collector’s Edition – A True Warrior’s  Treasure: 

For fans and collectors, the physical Collector’s Edition is packed with exclusive in-box goodies:

• The physical game on PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch
• A full-color printed manual
• The atmospheric original soundtrack on CD
• A set of character stickers
• A premium metal keyring featuring one of the game’s iconic characters
• All housed in a specially designed Collector’s Box

This is your ultimate arsenal for conquering the Norse apocalypse in style.

Prefer to keep it classic? The Standard Edition includes the full Ultimate Edition game in a sleek physical format.

Pre-orders Are Now Open! 

Both editions of Nordic Ashes: Ultimate Edition will be available later in 2025. Pre-order now from your local specialist retailer and prepare to rise as a legend.

Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok is an action-packed survival roguelite where you battle relentless hordes of monsters, elite foes, and epic bosses. Wield powerful weapons, master unique abilities, and upgrade your heroes to withstand the chaos unleashed after Ragnarok.

Harness Constellation Ability Trees to customise your stats each run, equip powerful relics, and push back the darkness, or be consumed by it.

Choose from a growing roster of survivors like Axeldör the Viking, Thyra the fierce ranger, or Hafgrim the elemental master, each with exclusive skills and playstyles. Explore realms inspired by Norse mythology and uncover secrets of the shattered Yggdrasil.

Features:

• 10+ Unique Survivors – Each with exclusive weapons and abilities.
• 9 Mythology-Inspired Maps – Battle across realms of Norse legend.
• Skill Trees & Character Masteries – Deep progression with Constellations and meta-upgrades through Yggdrasil.
• 5 Game Modes – Adventure, Ragnarok, Daily Challenge, Custom, and Nightmare.
• Endless Replayability – 150+ relics, 150+ achievements, alternate character skins, and secrets galore.
• Epic Boss Fights – Face enemies with distinct behaviours and mechanics.

Both the Standard and Collector’s Editions of Nordic Ashes: Ultimate Edition will launch on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch in late 2025. Stay sharp, as more details on this epic physical release are coming soon!

About Noxfall Studios

We are Noxfall Studios, a video game company based in Spain. Founded in 2016 by three friends who decided that developing fun and entertaining games was their path to follow. Our mission is to create only good vibes community of gamers. Our goal is to make our products hand in hand with the players’ feedback to develop awesome video games!

About SelectaVisión

SelectaVisión is a media entertainment distributor company founded in 1984. Based in Spain, SelectaVisión’s catalogue includes anime and live-action feature films, TV shows, and movies. Publishing both anime classics and the latest Japanese productions since 1997, SelectaVisión has built a long relationship with fan-favourite Japanese producers and distributors, becoming the major publisher of anime content for Spanish audiences. 

About Noxfall Studios

We are Noxfall Studios, a video game company based in Spain. Founded in 2016 by three friends who decided that developing fun and entertaining games was their path to follow. Our mission is to create only good vibes community of gamers. Our goal is to make our products hand in hand with the players’ feedback to develop awesome video games!

Players can download new and paid content to enhance their experience.

Hertfordshire, 23^rd June 2025 – Today, KOEI TECMO Europe and developer GUST, in collaboration with Bandai Namco, are pleased to announce that the Tales of Graces f Remastered collaboration content is now available for free in Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land. In addition, a new update added more content to the alchemy JRPG, such as new BGM tracks and a new map. Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is available on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Windows PC via Steam® and, for the first time in the franchise history, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land has teamed up with Tales of Graces f Remastered from Bandai Namco Entertainment to release a special collaborative costume for Yumia, which is available as a free DLC.

Moreover, players can download the “Atelier Series Legacy BGM Pack” for free, and discover a brand-new map, the “Falbra Thicket”. Hidden deep within the Ligneus region, this new map is filled with new items, new quests focused around the Alber, and Pioneering Effort. Players who purchased the Season Pass* can now download the second DLC content featuring the “Gust Extra BGM Pack”.

In Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land, players follow the adventures of alchemist Yumia Liessfeldt and her companions as they seek to uncover the truth behind the fall of the Aladissian Empire, which once thrived with alchemy, and the memories of a lost history. Yumia’s quest will take her across a ruined continent and despite the uncertainties of confronting her past, she will need to create her own path if she hopes to unravel the mysteries behind the cataclysm that destroyed Aladiss.

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land is available as standard and Digital Deluxe editions** on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Window PC via Steam®. The game includes Japanese voices with English, French, German and Spanish texts.

ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warrior’s series, the fan-favourite NINJA GAIDEN and fighting entertainment title DEAD OR ALIVE. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of Gust, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com 

©KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. All rights reserved. GUST is a trademark of KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. The KT logo is a trademark of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD.

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Seed Lab’s life sim to feature intertwined storylines between players and islanders.

Zhu Hai City, China – Monday, 23rd June 2025 — Chinese developer, Seed Lab, has revealed an emotionally deep romance and relationship system for its upcoming life sim, Starsand Island, which launches on PC and consoles in late 2025. Players will develop meaningful bonds with the island’s many NPC inhabitants, with each islander displaying their own unique personality, and player interactions determining how friendships authentically develop and blossom.

In the game, the player’s character embarks on a journey of personal healing as they return to the island home of their childhood and settle into the calming, pastoral idyll by farming, fishing, raising animals, and building connections with quirky local characters. Every day of island living sees subtle, unscripted changes in how NPCs react to players, creating an authentic feeling of growing friendships and relationships.

Affection and friendship isn’t one-sided in Starsand Island; NPCs will—in time—extend kindness toward the player, experienced as shifts in conversational tone to sending gifts, or even waiting on the shoreline for their return after a day’s fishing. Every relationship developed on the island has its own story arc, with multiple endings and differing levels of companionship depending on the interactions made over the course of the game.

Goltan Gao, Technical Director at Seed Lab, said: “We’re aiming to make the inhabitants of Starsand Island truly compelling individuals, each with their own engaging personalities and long-term personal goals. We are looking to break new ground in how players will establish and nurture vibrant relationships with NPC inhabitants, building bonds as they interact with them throughout their time in the game, so islanders – and their stories – feel truly alive.”

About Starsand Island

Escape the Urban Grind to Starsand Island – Your Island Paradise Awaits! Tired of the hustle and bustle? Return to the tranquil embrace of Starsand Island, a gem hailed as the “Star of the Deep Sea.” Here, immerse yourself in a serene pastoral lifestyle: slow-paced days spent bonding with adorable capybaras, cats, and dogs, savoring the thrill of bountiful fishing, exploring the mystical Moonlit Forest, or simply soaking in the island’s untouched beauty. Leave the mundane behind and rediscover life’s simple joys in this coastal utopia.

June 23, 2025 – World of Warships, the leading naval battle multiplayer game from publisher and developer Wargaming, has announced its collaboration with ‘Blue Archive’ will be returning for a second wave, bringing new fan-favourite Commanders and resurfacing content from its first wave.

In collaboration with developer NAT GAMES and publishers NEXON Korea Corporation, ‘Blue Archive’s second wave will docking into World of Warships on July 10th for PC players, before sailing into World of Warships: Legends for console players on August 11th.

Iconic heroes from the franchise are set to receive the Commander treatment, with Konuri Maki, Kosaka Wakamo, and Hayase Yuuka ready to take the helm in both titles, alongside a bonus Commander in World of Warships for PC with the addition of Arona.

The collaboration continues with the return of content from the first wave, as Commanders Nonomi, Ayane, Hoshino, Shiroko, and Serika also return to the roster. These iconic characters will be joined by the first wave’s Premium ships, including German battleship BA Tirpitz, American battleship BA Montana, and Japanese cruiser BA Takahash.

© 2025 NEXON Korea Corporation. & NEXON Games co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.

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About Wargaming

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry. Its 15 offices around the world include studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, Vilnius, Belgrade, and Kyiv. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Its flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Tanks Blitz, World of Warships, World of Warships: Legends, and World of Warships Blitz.

Main Scenario Quests, Echoes of Vana’diel Alliance Raid, Treasure Dungeon And More Announced

London (20th June, 2025) – Today, SQUARE ENIX revealed the next major patch for FINAL FANTASY™ XIV Online as part of the latest Letter from the Producer LIVE broadcast. Patch 7.3: “The Promise of Tomorrow” was revealed alongside an Early August 2025 release.

During the broadcast, Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida revealed the first details of planned updates for the Patch 7.3 series, including new main scenario quests, the next chapter of the Echoes of Vana’diel alliance raid series, a brand-new Deep Dungeon, the first update to the gathering and crafting focused Cosmic Exploration, and much more.

An archive of the stream (Japanese audio only) can be viewed here: https://www.twitch.tv/videos/2491010843?t=0h33m19s

Patch 7.3 brings a wealth of new updates and additions, alongside further updates to come in the 7.3x series including: 

• New Main Scenario Quests
• New Alliance Raid – Echoes of Vana’diel, Part 2: San d’Oria: The Second Walk 
• New Dungeon – The Meso Terminal
• New Trial – Includes both Normal and Extreme modes
• New Deep Dungeon – Pilgrim’s Traverse 
• New Unreal Trial – The Wreath of Snakes (Unreal): Take on Seiryu, one of the Four Lords, at level 100
• Cosmic Exploration: New Planet – Phaenna – A new planet for intrepid crafters and gatherers to explore, as well as additional updates and changes
• Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures
• New Allied Society Quests – Yok Huy
• New Treasure Dungeon – Vault Oneiron
• Duty Support Additions – Support for the Cutter’s Cry will be added
• PvP Updates – The start of PvP Series 9, existing action adjustments, new ranked tiers and the addition of a new Crystalline Conflict arena: the Bayside Battleground
• Weapon Enhancements Quests – Phantom Weapons

For more information, please visit the promotional site: https://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/dawntrail/

FINAL FANTASY XIV: Chronicles of Light (Novel), Volume II, the second collection of short stories expanding upon the rich lore of FINAL FANTASY XIV Online is now available for pre-order. This hardcover, foil-stamped volume presents thirty stories originally published on the official FINAL FANTASY XIV website. Adding to the expanded lore of Shadowbringers, Endwalker, and Dawntrail, these stories were included in the Tales from the Shadows, Tales from the Twilight, Tales from the Dawn, and Tales under the New Moon side stories. Each chapter is accompanied by an illustration created specifically for this book by acclaimed FINAL FANTASY artist Toshiyuki Itahana.

FINAL FANTASY XIV: Chronicles of Light (Novel), Volume II, is scheduled for physical print release in December 2025 and is now available for pre-order at the Square Enix Store with pre-orders at other major booksellers beginning from 21^st June. The digital eBook edition will release on 7^th October 2025. More information can be found here: https://sqex.link/48vo

Volume 2 of The Ultimate FINAL FANTASY XIV Cookbook, the highly anticipated second official cookbook featuring another journey into the culinary delights centred around critically acclaimed expansions Shadowbringers, Endwalker, and Dawntrail is now available for pre-order on the Square Enix Store. Releasing 21^st October, the 192-page cookbook includes stunning photography and easy to follow cooking instructions, allowing readers to be delighted as they create cuisine from the world of FINAL FANTASY XIV. Dishes in this volume include Alpine Breakfast, Tacos de Carne Asada, the Pudding of Perseverance & Prominence and many more. The Ultimate FINAL FANTASY XIV Cookbook Volume 2: The Culinarian’s Journey from Shadow to Shore is available to pre-order now at the Square Enix Store and select retailers.

With more than 30 million total registered accounts, there has never been a better time for newcomers to begin their adventures in the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY XIV Online saga. The Free Trial includes all content from A Realm Reborn, the Heavensward and Stormblood expansions (and updates through Patch 4.58). Free Trial players can enjoy hundreds of hours of award-winning gameplay and story experiences equivalent to three full FINAL FANTASY titles, without limit on playtime. More information can be found at: https://sqex.to/FFXIVFreeTrial

About Square Enix Ltd.

Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 203 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 94 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com

To mark the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, Rebel Wolves brings players over 15 minutes of gameplay showing combat, magic and traversal in a new epic quest

During this year’s summer solstice, Rebel Wolves and Bandai Namco Entertainment are giving players an extensive first look into what quests look like for Coen during an extensive showcase for The Blood of Dawnwalker. The presentation revealed important player details about the traversal, directional combat, magic systems and the variety of Coen’s vampiric abilities. The showcase offers a wide variety of different strategies players can use to approach quests and gameplay, and the consequences those strategies can have on the game’s story between day and night cycles. The Blood of Dawnwalker is scheduled for release in 2026 and can be wishlisted on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Watch the Blood of the Dawnwalker Gameplay Deep Dive trailer

Captured on PC from the latest pre-beta build of the game, the trailer footage reflects the actual game state as of today without any additional post-capture cleanup. This footage does not represent the final level of quality and polish of the game, and Rebel Wolves is committed to transparent and honest communication that presents the game in its latest production environment. This is to give players a clear understanding of how the project will evolve over time.

Vale Sangora

Step into the gripping world of The Blood of Dawnwalker, where exploration and player choice shape Coen’s journey. Unveiled during the Summer Solstice gameplay showcase, Vale Sangora serves as the heart of this immersive narrative offering players freedom to traverse its landscapes, from swamps and towering mountains to abandoned ruins and shadowy caves and the horrors within them. Svartrau, the region’s largest city, contrasts starkly between day and night where bustling medieval life masks the influence of a vampire regime by day, while moonlit rooftops reveal hidden secrets after dark, with residents reacting to the player’s choices and behavior.

Coen’s duality and combat

As a Dawnwalker, Coen is neither fully human nor entirely vampire. By day, he can wield both a sword and use magical runes in the form of bloody scars etched on his skin. However, at night, Coen embraces his supernatural instincts, and unlocks an entirely new powerset. His nocturnal abilities include lethal vampiric claws and Shadowstep, a skill that allows him to swiftly navigate across rooftops. The Blood of Dawnwalker uses a directional combat system designed to bring cinematic intensity and tactical challenge to every confrontation. Players must study enemy movements, block precisely, and time counterattacks to execute seamless, strategic takedowns.

The vampire nature

As a Dawnwalker, Coen grapples with his relentless bloodlust that intensifies at night. Accompanied by visual cues during gameplay, players can help Coen satisfy his hunger in various ways – by drinking the blood of defeated foes, including vampires, innocent villagers, or animals, or by using special blood vials. If left unsatisfied, this craving not only weakens Coen’s abilities and vitality but, in critical moments, may cause him to lose control, and unintentionally cause the death of an important story character.

More is yet to come

Rebel Wolves will soon reveal more details about The Blood of Dawnwalker, so stay tuned! Watch the official gameplay reveal, now available on YouTube. The full recording of the event, originally presented on Twitch, will be available shortly in 4K. All players will then get another chance to hear the latest track from the game’s official soundtrack, titled “Battle of Retribution” composed by Nikola Kołodziejczyk. Additional press materials are accessible in the official Media Pack.

The Blood of Dawnwalker is being developed on Unreal Engine 5, and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game will be available in 2026 on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. More details can be found on the official website: dawnwalkergame.com.

About Rebel Wolves

Rebel Wolves is a studio built on talent and ambition. A mixture of gamedev veterans and fresh blood that aims to create the dark fantasy games of their dreams. Established in 2022 in Warsaw, Poland, with a plan to bring RPG adventure to the next level. Fueled by strong vision and fascination with story-driven approach to games.

For more information please visit: www.rebel-wolves.com.

About Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is a leading global publisher, developer, and distributor of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.

Producing intellectual property for a global audience, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, and production capabilities of two studios, Reflector Entertainment and Limbic Entertainment.

Based in Lyon, France, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is known for bringing many of the entertainment industry’s top franchises such as PAC-MAN™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, ACE COMBAT™, DARK SOULS™, and ELDEN RING™ to EMEA and ANZ markets.

For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu.

First Details on 2026 Sets Lorwyn Eclipsed and Secrets of Strixhaven Unveiled at MagicCon: Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada – June 20, 2025 – Magic: The Gathering is in Las Vegas once again for MagicCon: Las Vegas, running from June 20-22. Wizards of the Coast will showcase cards, art, and details about upcoming sets for the most popular tabletop card game in the world. Nearly 20,000 Magic players are at the Las Vegas Convention Center for an incredible weekend full of Magic, with something new for everyone. Featuring the Pro Tour, a variety of on-demand and ticketed play events, events and panels on the mana stage, immersive experiences, merch, fan-favorite artists, cosplayers, Magic celebrities and so much more!

Fans gathered today for a special preview panel hosted by Riley Knight, featuring Jadine Klomparens (Principal Game Designer), Mike Turian (Executive Producer), Sarah Wassell (Senior Art Director), and Roy Graham (Senior Story Lead). The panel revealed new details on upcoming titles, including a first look at Edge of Eternities, the announcements of Lorwyn Eclipsed and Secrets of Strixhaven for 2026, as well as dates and locations for MagicCon and the Spotlight Series events for 2026.

All of the latest announcements and details from today’s panel are below:

FIRST LOOK AT EDGE OF ETERNITIES 
In a special preview, fans will venture beyond the planes of Magic: The Gathering to the Edge of Eternities, Magic’s take on an adventure-filled science-fantasy space opera set. Players will discover new space-fantasy themed cards and mechanics, spacecraft Commanders, and stunning new collectibles while they explore the Edge, where vast interstellar powers marshal great forces as they attempt to command the stars. Players will find magic among these stars as they chart a course through the Sothera system to explore distant planets, wield dazzling magic, and wage war with alien factions. Edge of Eternities will launch on August 1.

FIRST DETAILS ON MAGIC’S 2026 SETS
Next year Magic: The Gathering will return to not one, but two, fan favorite planes. MagicCon attendees got their first glimpse of Lorwyn Eclipsed, launching January 23, 2026. In addition to this major unveiling, Magic will also be returning to Strixhaven in Secrets of Strixhaven.

MagicCon 2026 event locations and dates were unveiled, including a return to Europe!

• Las Vegas, May 1 – 3, 2026
• Amsterdam, July 17 – 19, 2026
• Atlanta, November 13 – 15, 2026

Watch the MagicCon 2026 Trailer Here

Also in 2026, a standalone Pro Tour event will kick off the year in Richmond, VA from January 30 – February 1. There will be dedicated Pro Tour Events at Las Vegas and Amsterdam with Worlds held in Atlanta. Formats for 2026 Pro Tours and Magic World Championship 32 will be shared at a later date. 

Finally, the Spotlight Series returns for 2026!  After the positive response to the return of Open Tournaments, Wizards of the Coast will be increasing the total number of events from eight in 2025 to 12 in 2026 with more events taking place outside of the United States as the Spotlight Series goes global.

For more details on MagiCon 2026 and other events, visit DailyMTG.

INTRODUCING PICK-TWO DRAFT: A NEW WAY TO PLAY
There’s a new way to draft, and it’s coming to Magic sooner than fans think. Pick-Two Draft is a new draft experience for Magic: The Gathering —fast to start, quick to finish, and nonstop fun in between. This new format is all about less waiting, more playing: sit with friends, grab two cards a pass, and launch straight into the first match long before an eight-person pod settles in.

For more details on all of the above announcements, visit DailyMTG.

About Magic: The Gathering
Magic: The Gathering’s compelling characters, fantastic worlds, and deep strategic gameplay have entertained and delighted fans for 30 years. Fans can experience Magic through the tabletop trading card game, the digital game Magic: The Gathering Arena, a New York Times bestselling novel, and a critically acclaimed comic book series. With more than 50 million fans to date, Magic is a worldwide phenomenon published in more than 150 countries.

About Wizards
Wizards of the Coast, a division of Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS), develops legendary games that inspire creativity, spark passions, forge friendships and foster communities around a lifetime love of games. Wizards delivers compelling experiences for gamers across tabletop and digital gaming through its best-known franchises MAGIC: THE GATHERING and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS and Hasbro’s unparalleled portfolio of approximately 1,500 brands. With headquarters in Renton, Washington and studios in Austin, Montreal and Raleigh; Wizards is dedicated to fostering world-class talent to create unforgettable play experiences on all platforms. To learn more about Wizards, please visit our Company website and social channels (@Wizards on Twitter and LinkedIn).

About Hasbro 
Hasbro is a leading toy and game company whose mission is to entertain and connect generations of fans through the wonder of storytelling and exhilaration of play. Hasbro delivers engaging brand experiences for global audiences through toys, consumer products, gaming and entertainment, with a portfolio of iconic brands including MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, Hasbro Gaming, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH and PEPPA PIG, as well as premier partner brands. Hasbro is guided by our Purpose to create joy and community for all people around the world, one game, one toy, one story at a time. For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute and one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50. For more information, visit https://corporate.hasbro.com.

Endure a New Chapter of Terror with the Retail Edition and iam8bit Exclusive Editions at intothepit.iam8bit.com

LOS ANGELES – June 20, 2025 – iam8bit, together with developer Mega Cat Studios, launch physical editions of the chilling adventure  Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit. Starting today, fans can purchase the physical retail edition and iam8bit Exclusive Edition for Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery. 

The iam8bit Exclusive Edition, which includes a haunting glow-in-the-dark poster, three Sticker Sheets and the digital soundtrack, is available for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery for $34.99.

Physical editions for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S with Smart Delivery feature the main game on a cartridge or disc as well as the digital soundtrack for €29.99 / £25.99 from retailers worldwide.

All physical editions of Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit can be purchased from intothepit.iam8bit.com.

Fans in North and South America who purchase the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4 versions of the game will receive their shipments after Tuesday, July 1. 

Five Nights at Freddy’s: Into the Pit is the latest haunting action-adventure game in the Five Nights At Freddy’s universe. Players must survive five nights of terror by traveling between time periods to solve puzzles, gather clues, and outrun the threats relentlessly in pursuit. By moving swiftly and staying hidden, players just might survive. But be careful—it’s not just their life that’s on the line this time.

About iam8bit

iam8bit is a creative production emporium that’s been boldly redefining the entertainment industry since 2005. Its collaborative works have taken a variety of forms, including groundbreaking community events, immersive art experiences, and exclusive collectibles, all designed to bring surprise and delight to people’s lives. iam8bit played a crucial role in the vinyl renaissance, minting its first record in 2010, and is the industry leader in premium physical editions of top-tier games. iam8bit evolved into financing and publishing games under its iam8bit Presents imprint, including the smash hit Escape Academy and its upcoming sequel; Petal Runner, a love letter to Game Boy Color-era RPGs; and the chill vibes simulator Simpler Times. The company is based in Los Angeles and co-owned/co-creatively directed by Jon M. Gibson and Amanda White.

About Mega Cat Studios

Founded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Mega Cat Studios strives to deliver unforgettable experiences for gamers of all generations. With our hearts firmly planted somewhere in the 1990s and gazes set on the future, our team combines a passion for crafting new retro classics with an unwavering commitment to delivering compelling current-gen content.