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SOLVE PUZZLES AND DECORATE YOUR SPACE IN ‘SQUEAKROSS: HOME SQUEAK HOME’ OUT NOW 

From Your Couch Or On-The-Go: Solve, decorate, and create your dream rodent residence!

Montreal, Quebec, June 7, 2025 | Scurry together puzzle solvers and interior designers! The two-person development studio, Alblune, is excited to share that their newest game, Squeakross: Home Squeak Home, is now available on Nintendo Switch and PC. Squeakross is fully localized in simplified Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, and French. Purchase the game in the Nintendo Store, itch.io, or Steam, and prepare for a wholesome puzzle-solving and decorating experience. 

Welcome Home!

Welcome to the Home Squeak Home program! In this program, you will meet Nini, the program’s official Manager, who has a passion for nonogram puzzles. Nini has provided you with a cozy rat residence, but there’s just one condition: you must solve Squeakross puzzles to earn furniture and fill your empty home! Your puzzle catalog contains 650 solvable Squeakross puzzles. Each completed puzzle will reward you with furniture for your rodent residence. The hint numbers on the sides indicate how many squares to fill with cheese in each row or column. Mark the largest hint numbers, leaving spaces as needed. Then, analyze different arrangements to complete the puzzle. Strike out hint lines one by one and repeat the process until the picture of your brand-new furniture is revealed!

Get Solving!

If you haven’t solved a nonogram before, don’t worry! In Squeakross, anyone can quickly become a nonogram natural. Nini provides in-game guidance to help players learn how to solve nonograms step by step, and players can revisit the manual at any time for additional tutorials. Whether you are a whisker away from solving a puzzle or looking for a more relaxed experience, you can ask your furry friend for assistance in Logic Assist mode. This feature shows possible solutions to help complete puzzles with two options: An ‘automatic case-solving’ button and a ‘show mistakes’ button. For experienced nonogram players seeking a greater challenge, ‘Nini’s Challenge’ offers a more difficult variant of each puzzle, unlocking colorways for furniture in your home. To ensure an inclusive experience, Squeakross also incorporates many gameplay options for players to tweak their own experience and overall difficulty of puzzles!

Fur-nish your dream home!

Decorate your space to your heart’s content with unlockable 3D furniture models. Even in the demo, get a head start on personalizing your home using matching wallpapers, carpets, chairs, and more. You can make your rodent uniquely yours by selecting from various fur colors, patterns, tail lengths, ear sizes, and costumes. After all your hard work, sit back and enjoy watching your rodent friend in action! 

Gameplay Features:

  • 650 solvable Squeakross puzzles
  • Logic-Assist System that lets you preview possible solutions
  • Nini’s Challenges elevated difficulty, unlocking color variants for furniture
  • No time limit for relaxing puzzle solving, accommodating new players
  • Rodent editor allows you to fully customize your rodent friend and their personality
  • Hundreds of furniture pieces to choose from 
  • “Streamer mode” to turn off Content ID-tagged music

For more information on Alblune, please visit their official website. You can find Squeakross in the Nintendo Store, itch.io, and on Steam.

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About Alblune:

Alblune is a small indie game development studio composed of Alexandre Stroukoff and Luka Lescuyer. They released their first game, “The Spirit and the Mouse,” on PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation in 2022. Alblune aims to create non-violent, immersive games that can appeal to people of all ages. Obsessed with rodents, they also can’t help but include their furry friends in their games.

GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE REVEALS STELLAR BLADE COLLABORATION DETAILS AHEAD OF JUNE 12 LAUNCH

EVE, Raven and Lily Join the NIKKE Battle in Major Crossover Event Featuring a New Story, Special Collab Costumes, Challenges and More
PALO ALTO, CA – June 7, 2025 – Level Infinite revealed today that the long awaited collaboration with the acclaimed action RPG Stellar Blade is officially set to launch in Goddess of Victory: NIKKE on June 12 across PC and mobile platforms. First revealed during a special livestream event earlier today, the crossover event promises an exciting fusion of the two sci-fi universes – complete with new playable characters, exclusive costumes, and in-game events.

This limited-time collaboration will introduce three iconic characters from Stellar Blade – EVE, Raven, and Lily – into the world of NIKKE. Players will join these beloved characters on a brand new story event ‘MEMORIES TELLER’ ,set in an ancient, underwater city. Together with ROM, a transport robot, and the Counters squad, players will uncover hidden secrets and preserve the legacy of humanity’s artistic history.

In addition to the narrative content, the collaboration features: 

  • Special costumes for Eve, Raven, and NIKKE’s own Scarlet.
  • New boss challenges, new mini-game, and events with exclusive rewards.

The fun doesn’t stop in-game! During Anime Expo 2025 in Los Angeles, GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE will bring a special themed booth with its first official independent merchandise sales area, offering immersive interactive experience, as well as selections of original products and other NIKKE collectibles.

With over 45 million downloads since launch, GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE is available globally for PC, iOS and Android mobile devices. GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE continues to deliver regular updates and content expansions that keep players immersed in the game’s evolving narrative. 

To learn more about GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE, go to: http://nikke-en.com

Download the game on the iOS App Store,Google Play and Windows PC.

About Level Infinite

Level Infinite is Tencent’s global games brand, dedicated to delivering engaging and original gaming experiences to a worldwide audience, whenever and wherever they choose to play. The brand also provides a wide range of services and resources to a network of developers and partner studios around the world to help them unlock the potential of their games. Level Infinite is both publisher of breakout hit games like PUBG MOBILE, Honor of Kings and Goddess of Victory: NIKKE and a collaborative partner in games such as Dune: Awakening from Funcom, Warhammer 40K: Darktide and many more. To learn more about Level Infinite, visit www.levelinfinite.com

Serenity Forge Reveals New Psychological Horror Farming Sim Fractured Blooms at Summer Game Fest

There’s a hunger that feeds and blooms… 

Boulder, Colo. (June 6, 2025) – Today developer and publisher Serenity Forge (Doki Doki Literature Club Plus, Slay the Princess, LISA) revealed Fractured Blooms, their psychological horror farming sim, at Summer Game Fest 2025. The announcement was accompanied by a new Steam Page and an eerie reveal trailer:

This brand-new title is inspired by a true story and is being internally developed in Unreal Engine 5 by a seasoned team featuring talent from games like Genshin Impact and Marvel’s Spider-Man 2. Its hauntingly beautiful world is being brought to life with art from Doki Doki Literature Club artist Satchely and a fully voice-acted cast led by Nichole Goodnight, the titular voice actor from Slay the Princess.

Fractured Blooms’ deep narrative of trauma and abuse unfolds through an interconnected time loop where wits and resources are vital to uncovering the truth. While cozy on the surface, an unsettling force emerges the deeper you fall into the loop. Time begins to fracture, memories resurface, and your house starts to reveal its true horrors. Discover what you’re really trying to keep alive.

Stamina is consumed while tending to your garden, so be mindful when planning which crops to plant and harvest. These hard-earned fruits of your labor can be used to cook nourishing meals each night. Experiment with harvested ingredients to unlock new recipes that boost stamina and provide more time to complete nightly chores. Manage your home, face your responsibilities, and beware of what blooms in the night. 

This twisted tale can now be wishlisted on Steam and will debut its first playable demo this weekend at IGN Live and The MIX. Attendees can be among the first to experience Fractured Blooms’ psychological time loop and heavy atmosphere. 

“Fractured Blooms is the most personal game I’ve ever worked on. It’s inspired by real stories from my own family and the quiet suffering that often goes unseen in our world,” said Zhenghua (Z) Yang, Founder/CEO of Serenity Forge and Game Director of Fractured Blooms. “We built this game to invite empathy, grace, and reflection. Our hope is that Fractured Blooms sparks real conversations that bring people closer together across different backgrounds, and across the walls we sometimes build around our hearts.” Keep up with Serenity Forge’s latest digital and physical releases by visiting the team’s website, Twitter, and Bluesky pages.

About Serenity Forge

Based in Boulder, Colorado, video game development and publishing studio Serenity Forge prides themselves on the care and dedication they put into their work, creating meaningful games that challenge the way you think. Firm believers in the artistic, cultural, and educational power of video games, Serenity Forge aims to craft unique interactive experiences to broaden players’ horizons and expand their perspectives

Capcom Frights and Delights with Major Reveals at Summer Game Fest 2025 Showcase

Capcom kicks off the summer with the unveiling of Resident Evil™ Requiem, a new slice of Onimusha: Way of the Sword™, and the announcement of Street Fighter™ 6 Year 3 characters during the marquee gaming event!

London (June 7, 2025) Capcom brought the heat to the Summer Game Fest 2025 live showcase with the hair-raising reveal of Resident Evil™ Requiem, an action-packed trailer introducing formidable new foes and surreal surroundings in Onimusha: Way of the Sword™, and character reveals for Street Fighter™ 6 Year 3!

Stay tuned for more news coming out of Summer Game Fest Play Days and read on for additional details about each announcement from today’s showcase.

Immerse Yourself in Fear – Resident Evil Requiem Releases February 27, 2026

Unveiled at Summer Game Fest 2025, Resident Evil Requiem, the ninth and most immersive mainline entry yet in the iconic survival horror Resident Evil™ series, will launch on February 27, 2026, across PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. Powered by RE ENGINE and harnessing the full power of modern consoles, Resident Evil Requiem delivers spine-chilling realism like never before, with complex character details like lifelike facial expressions, realistic skin textures, and even high-fidelity sweat droplets that are sure to keep players on the edge of their seats. Resident Evil Requiem takes the series back to the iconic Raccoon City, home of the biological disaster that shook the world, combining deeply terrifying aspects of psychological horror with pulse-pounding action that franchise fans know and love.

Prepare to escape death in a heart-stopping experience that will chill you to the core and watch the reveal trailer on the official Resident Evil YouTube channel below!

Resident Evil Requiem features voiceovers and subtitles in English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Castilian Spanish, Russian, and Mandarin, plus subtitles in Korean, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Arabic, and Polish.

This is just the beginning. More horrors from Resident Evil Requiem will be revealed throughout the year, including the first public playable at Gamescom 2025. A new era of survival horror begins in 2026. Will you survive it?

Onimusha: Way of the Sword Summons Monstrous New Foes and Supernatural Surroundings

Capcom unsheathed a new trailer for Onimusha: Way of the Sword at the Summer Game Fest live showcase. The latest footage reveals formidable new foes, a surreal setting, and combat mechanics for the dark fantasy swordplay action game where a samurai armed with a mystical artifact battles monstrosities from the underworld.

Watch the Onimusha: Way of the Sword ‘Formidable Foes Emerge’ trailer here on YouTube.

New elements debuted in the new trailer include:

  • A Legendary Rival – In Onimusha: Way of the Sword, players can look forward to locking blades with a master swordsman from the pages of Japanese history. The new trailer shows protagonist Miyamoto Musashi duelling his fated rival, Sasaki Ganryu, in Kyoto’s iconic temple, Kiyomizu-dera. Also armed with an Oni Gauntlet, Ganryu will play a key role in this supernatural story where fabled warriors collide.
  • New Genma to Battle – Beyond his rival, Musashi will face demonic Genma ranging from the soul-stealing Kubi Akari to the rampaging Daidara, a towering Genma with an insatiable hunger to devour everything in its way. In the footage, Musashi can be seen clashing with Daidara and its massive bludgeon in a previously unseen locale.
  • A Surreal New Stage – The new battleground on display is a dreamlike setting adorned with ruins and rock formations that float in the sky. Musashi can also be seen summoning new paths forward that seem to materialise out of thin air, showcasing a unique way to explore this otherworldly realm.
  • A Slice of Combat – Throughout his battles, Musashi carves through his enemies using a variety of exhilarating techniques like powerful “Issen” maneuvers, which unleash devastating critical strikes just before enemies attack. The high-impact action also shared a sneak peek at a new weapon resembling twin hammers, which can deliver crushing blows powerful enough to shatter the very air.
  • A Mysterious Figure – The trailer’s final moments also provided a glimpse of an enigmatic woman who seemed to emerge from the glow of Musashi’s Oni Gauntlet. Who could this possibly be?

Onimusha: Way of the Sword launches for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam in 2026. For fans eager to experience the world of Onimusha™ sooner, modern remasters of the classic titles Onimusha™: Warlords and Onimusha™ 2: Samurai’s Destiny are available now on PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox One, and Steam.

To learn more, please visit the official Onimusha: Way of the Sword website. For the latest updates, follow the Onimusha social accounts on Instagram, X (Twitter), and Facebook.

The Hype is Real! Hit the Streets with Year 3 Characters in Street Fighter 6!

Street Fighter 6 continues to bring the heat with the surprise announcement of all four Year 3 characters joining the roster over the coming year, including Muay Thai emperor Sagat, undercover agent C. Viper, pro wrestler Alex, and the energetic Ingrid.

  • Sagat (Summer 2025), a longtime fixture of the franchise who first appeared as the final boss in the original Street Fighter™, brings his massive frame and world class Muay Thai skills to Street Fighter 6! Stretch your legs and prepare to test your mettle as Sagat releases this summer.
  • C. Viper (Autumn 2025) is ready to complete her mission this autumn and won’t let any fighters stop her. Last seen in Street Fighter™ IV donning her state-of-the-art Battle Suit, prepare to use all the tools and gadgets in C. Viper’s arsenal to take down opponents.
  • Alex (Winter 2025) will performhis high-flying grappling takedowns under the bright lights later this year in Street Fighter 6! Returning from Street Fighter™ V, this fan-favourite character climbs through the ropes in winter 2025.
  • Don’t be fooled by the look of Ingrid (Spring 2026)! An extremely powerful and mysterious being, Ingrid can match up to any opponent and will shine her sunlight upon the remaining Street Fighter 6 characters next spring!

Also announced was the return of the epic $1 million grand prize for the winner of Capcom Cup 12, taking place in 2026 in Tokyo, Japan at the historic Ryogoku Kokugikan sumo arena for the second year in a row! Tune in throughout the year for all the Capcom Pro Tour 2025 action as players look to qualify for the chance to compete at Capcom Cup 12 and potentially become the next esports millionaire! We’ll have tons more to share on each of the four new characters throughout the year so stay locked in on Street Fighter channels for all the latest info. And don’t forget to catch Street Fighter 6 on the newly released Nintendo Switch™ 2 with exclusive new modes as one of the console’s launch titles, as well as the jam-packed Street Fighter 6 Years 1-2 Fighters Edition that includes all 26 characters released through Years 1 and 2, Outfit 1 Colours 3-10 for all 18 launch characters, plus 20 stages!

ABOUT CAPCOM

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld, and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™, and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or news.capcomusa.com.

Possessor(s) Introduces Professor Foss and New Playable Demo!

During today’s Day of the Devs showcase, Heart Machine and Devolver introduced us to Professor Foss, a key character in Possessor(s) and the first of four intriguing personalities that we will learn more about ahead of the game’s launch on PC and consoles later this year. 

In Possessor(s) you will play as Luca, a high-schooler trapped in the ruins of Sanzu City. Professor Foss was one of her teachers. What is the mysterious research being performed in the basement laboratories of Luca’s old school, and what will Luca and her demon, Rhem, discover when they go to investigate? 

You needn’t wait long to find out! Players can now take their first steps into Sanzu – the crippled city that serves as a backdrop to the game’s events – in the first publicly playable demo, available now on Steam!   

In this demo, players are pitched into a sprawling, flooded city that has become overrun with surreal interdimensional horrors. Play as Luca, a teenage girl who survived a catastrophic demon attack on Sanzu, and Rhem, a demon who earned his freedom by escaping from Sanzu’s deepest laboratories. Other demons escaped, ripping the city apart, and nearly killed them both. Their only hope of survival lies in learning to co-exist.

Pick up combat basics, explore the Skyscraper and Park areas, and watch Luca and Rhem establish their difficult alliance in this early taste of what’s in store when Possessor(s) arrives later in 2025.

A Fractured World
Possessor(s) takes place across the interconnected sprawl of a destroyed mega-city, from collapsed skyscrapers to an abandoned aquarium, all riddled with secrets. Hauntingly beautiful 3D environments form a stunning backdrop over which hand-drawn and animated characters, and mysterious sci-fi horror action take center stage.

A Complex Narrative
Choose multiple paths in an open-ended world structure as you look to uncover the truth behind the catastrophe. Meet a cast of engaging characters, each with their own heart-breaking story to follow in the aftermath of the devastation.

A Precision Engagement
Gameplay is centered around tight, fast-paced platforming with a range of unique movement abilities that extends to its tense, precise, combat. Balance ground and air attacks, replete with combos and juggles as you encounter a variety of deadly enemies and challenging bosses. Find and unlock a wide array of powerful weapons and upgrades to bolster your arsenal and explore previously inaccessible areas.

For more information, please visit possessorsgame.com

WUTHERING WAVES REVEALS NEW TRAILER DURING GEOFF KEIGHLEY’S SUMMER GAME FEST LIVE SHOWCASE

Embark on the Journey that Marks the Start of Every Hero’s Tale

GUANGZHOU, CHINA – JUNE 6, 2025 – Kuro Games debuted a new trailer for its award-winning RPG Wuthering Waves during the Summer Game Fest live showcase earlier today. The new trailer showcases some of the gameplay highlights from past updates and in-game cinematic sequences from upcoming versions.
 
Wuthering Waves recently celebrated its first anniversary and today’s trailer reinforced Kuro’s commitment to players with a new update coming June 12. The Version 2.4 update promises new resonators (Cartethyia and Lupa), a new region (Septimont), new echoes, features, events, optimizations and more! Check out a recent livestream to learn more about the update.

Wuthering Waves is a free-to-play, cross-platform, open-world action RPG that emphasizes dynamic movement and freedom of exploration on a mysterious, post-cataclysmic, sci-fi planet. Engage in fast-paced PVE combat that focuses on special dodge, parry, and counter mechanics. Compose a harmonious battle concerto with characters of different abilities. Wuthering Waves hosts a deep storyline, breathtaking art and atmosphere, and addictive action-RPG combat that is suitable for novice and veteran RPG players alike. Wuthering Waves features plenty of fierce opponents and captivating quests that unfold in the game’s vast world.
 
Download Wuthering Waves today on the Wuthering Waves official website, on the App Store, Google Play, Mac App Store, PC via The Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and Steam.  

ABOUT KURO GAMES

Founded in 2014, Kuro Games main focus is to create high quality, original games that push the boundaries. For over a decade Kuro Games has strived to bring more diverse, innovative, and enjoyable services to its players.

Kuro Games independently developed Punishing: Gray Raven, which was well received with warm response from players around the world. With over 30 million downloads worldwide, its recently released new open-world ARPG Wuthering Waves is receiving the same public reception.

New Trailer For Highly Anticipated Action RPG WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers Revealed At This Year’s Summer Game Fest!

June 6, 2025 – 505 Games and Leenzee Games have officially released the latest trailer for WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers, at this year’s Summer Game Fest, offering a gripping new look at the mystical, folklore-inspired souls-like Action RPG set in the final years of the Ming Dynasty. Plagued with warring factions and a mysterious illness spawning monstrous creatures, immerse yourself in a rich storyline, dynamic combat system, and breathtaking visuals that offer an unforgettable adventure through lands veiled in chaos and death.

Blending rich historical detail with exhilarating gameplay, cinematic story elements, combat, and a beautifully crafted environment steeped in Chinese mythology.

WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers is due for release on July 24, on Xbox X/S, Xbox Game Pass, PlayStation 5, and PC (Steam, EPIC, WIN PC).

For more information and to stay up to date, follow WUCHANG: Fallen Feathers across our socials here https://linktr.ee/wuchanggame

NETMARBLE SHOWCASES MONGIL: STAR DIVE TRAILER AT SUMMER GAME FEST 2025

Closed Beta Test Registration is Now Open for Upcoming Monster-Taming Action RPG

LOS ANGELES – JUNE 6, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, showcased the latest trailer for its upcoming monster-taming action RPG title, MONGIL: STAR DIVE during Summer Game Fest 2025. 

The trailer offers a captivating glimpse into the game’s vibrant universe, highlighting the journey of main characters Cloud, Verna, and Nyanners as they embark on an epic adventure through fantastical landscapes filled with adorable and diverse monsters.

The featured footage shows Nyanners using unique taming abilities to capture monsters, showcasing one of the game’s core mechanics. It also teases thrilling party-based battles, where multiple characters fight simultaneously in fluid, real-time action sequences. A striking new character named Sangun, inspired by East Asian design elements, also makes his debut, hinting at a deeper cultural and narrative layer within the game.

Netmarble has also opened applications for the game’s closed beta test (CBT), inviting players to gain early access and shape the game’s final release. The CBT is scheduled to run from June 19 to 26. In addition, MONGIL: STAR DIVE is officially listed on the global gaming platform Epic Games Store. Players can add the game to their wishlist to receive the latest updates, including release schedules and news.

MONGIL: STAR DIVE builds on the legacy of Monster Taming, Netmarble’s beloved title that first launched in 2013. Building on its predecessor’s charm and gameplay, MONGIL: STAR DIVE introduces a rich, evolved experience driven by Unreal Engine 5, delivering cinematic visuals and a compelling story. Players can look forward to a unique combat system based on “Tag Play,” where they control a three-character party in dynamic, fast-paced battles. At the heart of the game is its monster collection system, allowing players to tame, collect, and synthesize a wide range of fantastical creatures, adding depth and strategy to the experience.

Additional details on MONGIL: STAR DIVE will be shared on the official website in the coming weeks.

About Netmarble Corporation

Founded in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading global game developer and publisher. Through acclaimed franchises and strategic partnerships with top-tier IP holders, the company delivers innovative and engaging gaming experiences to audiences worldwide. As a parent company of Kabam, SpinX Games, Jam City, and a major shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Idle Adventure, Tower of God: New World, Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

Back with a Vengeance: Splitgate 2 Officially Launches, Surprise-Drops Massive Battle Royale Mode – Live Now on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S & Xbox One

Portals. Change. Everything. 

ZEPHYR COVE, NV (June 6, 2025) – The wait is over as the highly anticipated free-to-play sci-fi online portal shooter Splitgate 2 officially launches on PC, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One today. The follow-up to 2021’s viral FPS hit, Splitgate 2 arrives as the most robust online sci-fi shooter available after developer and publisher 1047 Games surprise-unveiled an enormous Battle Royale mode at Summer Game Fest, now playable as part of Splitgate 2’s official launch today (https://www.splitgate.com/).

Blending FPS mechanics with game-changing portals, Splitgate 2 launches with tons of modes across tons of maps, tons of new weapons and (you never saw this one coming) an all-new Battle Royale mode. 

Splitgate 2’s surprise Battle Royale mode, Splitgate: Battle Royale, features:

  • 60-Player Showdowns: Each match challenges 15 teams of four to work together while shutting down the competition to emerge from no-holds-barred firefights as the lone winner.
  • An Expansive, Interconnected Map: Matches are hosted on Split Worlds, a gigantic colosseum with five unique biomes linked by massive World Portals allowing teams to get the jump on their competition.
  • Choose where to drop in across Drought’s scorching desert, Glacier’s slick snowscape, Inferno’s active volcano, or Fracture’s cluster of asteroids. After landing, players who stay in the match long enough will gain access to a fifth biome – the central area of Sanctum’s foreboding ruins, which offers special, powerful loot for those who can survive sparring to get it.
  • Strategy Shifting Events: Mid-match scenarios challenge teams to think quick and adapt even quicker, like the Portal EMP Event’s shutdown of portaling or the Drop Frenzy Event’s tide-turning upswing in the frequency of Air Drops.
  • Immense Variety and Replayability: With lootable chests, chances for eliminated players to return to the fray, and events preventing matches from playing out the same way twice, Splitgate: Battle Royale revitalizes the classic thrills of battle royale with Splitgate 2’s distinctly thrilling portal-based FPS action.

In addition to Splitgate: Battle Royale, the launch of Splitgate 2 also brings the debut of:

  • All-new maps: Academy, Grit, Sanctum and Simulation Hectic
  • A new water-themed map creator template

A hard-hitting new power weapon, the Gravitas shotgun

With plans to also implement mastery challenges and ranked mode in the coming weeks, as well as new maps, POI changes, map reskins, and other surprises, Splitgate 2‘s remarkable offering will continue to grow as 1047 advances Splitgate 2’s post-launch content roadmap (https://x.com/splitgate/status/1923408104030449986).

Splitgate 2 is the ultimate vision of the game come to life: from its humble beginnings in a college dorm room to a fully fledged global studio with creative talent from the most legendary video games ever created.

The game’s multiplayer first-person combat puts players immediately into portal-hopping movement across three unique factions. Set far into the future as humanity’s ultimate sport, the game grants players the ability to choose their faction and progress based on their preferred gameplay style or competitive strategies, while a large variety of arenas, weapons and modes keep things fresh. You can join the fight at any skill level – alone or with friends. 

Splitgate 2 is the realization of what we always wanted the original Splitgate to be,” said Ian Proulx, co-founder and CEO of 1047 Games. “When Nick and I started 1047 Games, we had nothing but a really good idea and a small, rough playable demo of the idea I had created as a class project. We are beyond excited for today’s launch and we hope our fans love it too. This is still just the beginning – we have a lot of plans for content post-launch.” 

SQUARE ENIX ANNOUNCES MURDER MYSTERY ACTION GAME, KILLER INN

Sleuths Invited to a Closed Steam Beta Test – Sign Up Today

LONDON (June 7, 2025) Today during the Summer Game Fest Live Showcase, SQUARE ENIX® announced KILLER INN, a new murder mystery action game that plunges players into a thrilling game of life or death. In KILLER INN, players will put their social deduction skills to the ultimate test as they unravel secrets, form alliances, and survive the night. Eager players can sign up now for the upcoming closed beta test on Steam®.

Watch the KILLER INN announcement trailer below:

Also, view the “Welcome to KILLER INN” video to learn more about the game mechanics below:

In KILLER INN, 24 players are invited to a mysterious castle by a shadowy organization known as Astra to compete to win unfathomable riches. They will be randomly and secretly assigned one of two roles: Wolves, whose mission is to hunt and kill, and Lambs, who must fight back and survive the mayhem or escape the castle. Players must use every weapon, tool and clue in their arsenal to survive and win. With the killers hiding in plain sight, players will need to question everything—even their closest allies. By the end of the night, all players must kill, be killed, or escape the madness.

Key Features Include:

  • Dynamic Social Deduction — Lambs must work together to scour the castle for resources and investigate clues from slain players to deduce and hunt down the killers while also seeking their escape. Meanwhile, Wolves must put on a convincing show to gain trust, all while covering their tracks and continuing their killing spree until there are no Lambs left alive.
  • Varied Gameplay Mechanics — To survive, devise and thrive, players must level up their gameplay by completing quests, looting chests for weapons and armour, stealing from fellow players, setting up intricate traps, upgrading equipment and more.
  • Vibrant Cast of Characters — Players can choose from over 20 characters, each with their own strengths, weaknesses, abilities and unique backstories, that best suits their individual playstyle.

KILLER INN is developed by Tactic Studios and published by SQUARE ENIX in collaboration with TBS GAMES. For more information, visit:https://www.square-enix.com/killer-inn/

About Square Enix, Inc.

Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas 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 195 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 91 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

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

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