Swashbuckling survival adventure with over 350,000 wishlists sets sail with first public alpha playtest

TORTUGA — June 26, 2025 — Indie studio Crosswind Crew announced today that Crosswind, the upcoming survival adventure game set in an alternate Age of Piracy, has launched its highly anticipated first public alpha playtest on Steam. To celebrate, the team has released an exciting new trailer, giving a deeper look at what to expect in Crosswind!

Amassing over 350,000 wishlists since its first reveal in March, Crosswind reimagines the classic “build, craft, survive” formula with souls-lite boss fights, broadside sea battles, and seamless ship-to-shore exploration. The new alpha focuses on core survival systems and offers roughly 30+ hours of content.

Key Alpha Features:

• Explore three expansive biomes, each packed with resources, enemies, and dungeons
• Defeat three memorably epic bosses in souls-lite combat, offering unique challenges and available in multiple difficulty tiers
• Captain three playable ships – and plunder a bonus NPC merchant vessel
• Fight on land, at sea and during dynamic boarding actions
• Team up in experimental online co-op for up to three players – or play solo!

The Crosswind hands-on alpha test is expected to run for the next several weeks. Players will be let in via the Steam playtest system, but if you miss the chance to set sail this time around, there will be other playtests in the future!

Request access to the Crosswind alpha playtest and wishlist the game on Steam now! To stay up to date about all things Crosswind, subscribe to the official Crosswind YouTube channel, join the Discord server, and check out the website.

About Crosswind Crew

Crosswind Crew is an experienced team of developers dedicated to bringing the open seas to fans around the world with their upcoming pirate survivaladventure game Crosswind. To learn more about Crosswind Crew, join their Discord server.

Zurich, Switzerland, June 26, 2025 – Swiss-Polish indie developer Blindflug Studios has officially announced the release date for its strategy base-building game Ground of Aces: The game will launch in Early Access on July 10, 2025 for Windows PC and Mac.

Ground of Aces on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2308690/Ground_of_Aces

Ground of Aces puts players in command of an airbase during World War II, where they must build, manage, and lead their base through the hardships of war. The Early Access version features the British Royal Air Force as the first playable faction and offers a wide selection of iconic British aircraft to collect for your base.

Following the successful release of the playable demo earlier this year, the team is now ready to take the next big step. Executive Producer Moritz Zumbühl explains: “Over the past few months, we’ve worked closely with our community, and we’re incredibly excited to launch the Early Access version of Ground of Aces exactly on the 85th anniversary of the start of the Battle of Britain. July 10 is our D-Day – and we can’t wait to send players on their mission.”

Ground of Aces will offer players a unique view into World War II, highlighting the challenges faced by air bases and their crews, including historic events such as the Battle of Britain. It is inspired by free form base building games like Rimworld and Going Medieval, as well as historical strategy games like Hearts of Iron IV. The art style will pay homage to the “ligne claire” style of Franco-Belgian comics like Biggles and Buck Danny.

The main pillars of Ground of Aces:

• Engulf yourself in the Second World War: Step into the shoes of an air base commander and witness the war from a new perspective. Build and defend your base, send pilots on critical missions, and play a vital role in shaping the war effort.
• A base builder at heart: Design and expand your air base with complete freedom. Your base is laid out by your own choices and thus unique.
• A dream for aviation enthusiasts: Take command of a fleet of historically significant aircraft. Carefully select the right planes for each mission, maintain your fleet, and ensure your base is always ready for action.
• Your crew’s personal stories: Your crew is more than just numbers—they are individuals shaped by war. Witness their struggles and triumphs, and feel the weight of every loss.

About Blindflug Studios

We are an indie game studio founded in 2014 by Jeremy Spillmann and Moritz Zumbühl, based in Zürich, Switzerland and Poznań, Poland. Our mission is simple: We want to create beautiful, imaginative and fun games that centre around real-world dilemmas. We believe that games are an incredible medium for allowing players to experience the most complex of problems while being hugely entertaining too! Our first title, First Strike, a nuclear war RTS game, has been played by more than eleven million players so far. It was followed up by the critically acclaimed Cloud Chasers that explores the topic of migration, the dieselpunk action game Airheart, and the Apple Arcade launch title Stellar Commanders. With over 50 nominations and prizes at international awards and festivals, like the Best GDC Pitch and German Developer Innovation Prize, Blindflug is one of the standout indie game studios in Europe.

Experience a turn-based 2D-pixel visual novel about a young samurai’s tale of loss, betrayal, and remembrance

Ontario, Canada, June 26, 2025 | Sava Beric and Ahamed Inhaam, the duo development team behind Fenyx Digital, are proud to share that their debut game, Lotus: Lost Memories, will be available on Steam on August 1st, with a demo currently available. This side-scrolling, 2D-pixel art visual novel features turn-based combat alongside a deeply moving narrative, inviting players to explore themes of manipulation, memory, and choice.

Meet Atsushi. A Young, Troubled Samurai 

Lotus: Lost Memories tells the story of Atsushi, a growing samurai confronting the grief of losing his loved ones in a mythically inspired feudal Japan. The only way to save his ill father is to obtain the Raiketsu herb, a precious plant earned through deadly tournaments hosted by Lord Hisashi, an emperor who crowns the champion among the most skilled samurai from across the nation. Join Atsushi on his journey, starting with an escort mission that uncovers hidden pacts and alliances, revealing powerful truths that will ultimately shape his beliefs forever.

A Visual Novel Told Through Turn-Based Combat

Fans of visual novels and turn-based mechanics will feel right at home with Lotus: Lost Memories, which offers a heartfelt story that can resonate with everyone. The game features a deliberate, slow-paced combat system that reflects the introspective nature typical of visual novels, combined with a unique strategic battle system. This system merges turn-based mechanics with real-time Quick Time Events for actions like blocking, parrying, and throwing kunai to intercept attacks. Players need to perfect their timing and precision with ten distinct turn-based moves, including overhead and underhand swings, piercing jabs, and more, to defeat their opponents. For increased difficulty, Gauntlet Mode presents a timed endurance trial where players compete against matched opponents on a leaderboard. Visit six different Japanese-inspired combat environments, each promising unique enemies of various sizes and difficulties, including stealthy ninjas, cunning bandits, and fellow samurai.

Restore Buried Memories of the Past

Lotus: Lost Memories is structured into three acts, told through a narrative-first campaign. In Act One, players experience the early days of Atsushi’s samurai training, with an introduction to the story setting and combat mechanics. As players progress to Act Two, the world expands, allowing them to learn more about Atsushi as he begins to trust others and share his memories. In Act Three, players will apply all the Quick Time Events they have mastered in a series of tournament trials, where long-buried truths are finally revealed. On the battlefield, players will soon discover that they may have more in common with their enemies than they once believed. Both sides of the war are made up of warriors, each with unique histories, motivations, and fates of their own.

Demo Now Available

The demo for Lotus: Lost Memories is now available. Play the demo today to experience the first 20 minutes of the opening act, get a feel for the first level’s handful of enemies, and immerse yourself in three distinct combat environments, concluding with a mini-boss battle.

Full Gameplay Features: 

• A Visual Novel Presented in Three Acts with strategic turn-based combat
• Ten unique enemy types, each varying in size with distinct ability patterns and movesets
• Real-Time Quick Time Events (QTEs): Includes parrying, blocking, and interrupts
• Skill-Based Victory: Success relies solely on the player’s precision, timing, and reflexes
• Six Unique Battle Environments: Inspired by historical Japanese landmarks
• Gauntlet Mode: Offers increased trial challenges for leaderboard ranking

Don’t forget to add Lotus: Lost Memories to your wishlist on Steam for updates, and make sure to join the Discord for community discussions!

About Fenyx Digital

Fenyx Digital is a new, young studio founded by two longtime friends with five years of game development experience. We craft immersive worlds and layered stories designed to leave a lasting impression, weaving narratives that extend beyond the screen.

PUMA outfits the action in Rematch, the fast-rising online football game redefining digital competition and style

PARIS (June 26, 2025) – For years, PUMA has relentlessly pushed athletes to be the best version of themselves both on and off the field with their stylish performance wear, and today the iconic brand has joined the starting lineup for Sloclap’s Rematch, the online action video game for PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation consoles. Since the game’s launch on June 19, Rematch has taken the video game world by storm with more than 3 million players in its first week of availability and more than 13 matches played (www.playrematch.com). 

Partnerships are a key part of how REMATCH delivers content and experience. The game doesn’t aim to just convey the feeling & joy of “playing” football — it wants to capture the full cultural spectrum around it, where fashion, competition, and self-expression meet. That’s where brands like PUMA come in, helping to anchor the game’s identity and offering players authentic customization opportunities.

“At Sloclap, we’ve always wanted Rematch to reflect the full energy, the style, the competition and self-expression. PUMA is a perfect partner for that: their strong presence in both gaming and football made them an obvious choice. Most importantly, we share a creative vision and a player-first approach that made this collaboration feel like a perfect match.” says Félix Garczynski, Head of Marketing & Publishing at Sloclap.

The choice of PUMA is no accident. As a footwear and streetwear brand with strong ties to professional football and a growing footprint in gaming — from collaborations with PlayStation, Minecraft and Rocket League, to sports franchises like EA FC — PUMA brings credibility and creative value to the project.

“Football is part of PUMA’s DNA, so joining Rematch—a game already generating serious buzz—is a natural fit,” says Ivan Dashkov, PUMA Director of Emerging Marketing Technology. “We’re excited to show up in a space where we’re both culturally and competitively at home. Our Digital Goods team is proud to partner with Sloclap and Kepler Interactive, especially following their breakout hit Expedition 33. Their commitment to high-quality gaming makes this collaboration even more meaningful. Rematch brings a fresh perspective and thrilling gameplay that fans of both football and gaming will love.” 

The partnership debuts in-game with the release of an exclusive outfit today, with more to come during season 1 with outfits and accessories inspired by both footwear and streetwear. This is just the start of a broader collaboration that will evolve over time, keeping players engaged and visually distinct as they take the field. The in-game Rematch outfit consists of popular in-real-life collections mixed and matched to create a stylish outfit that lets you look as good as you play.

With Rematch, Sloclap has distilled the world’s most popular sport down to its most basic tenets: Teamwork, strategy and skill. The third-person perspective puts you right onto the pitch for nonstop competitive play – there are no fouls, offsides or VAR. Control one player on the field for an intense showdown of 5v5, or choose from a variety of quickplay modes, evolving tactics and decisions to fit the moment-to-moment needs of the match. 

Rematch is available now with versions starting at $29.99. Play now on Xbox, PlayStation and Steam. Visit www.playrematch.com to learn more and be sure to follow @PlayRematch on Twitter.

About Sloclap:

Paris-based Sloclap is an independent game development studio known for blending diverse gameplay mechanics into visually captivating, action-driven titles. With celebrated releases like Absolver and Sifu, the studio has demonstrated a passion for martial arts and dynamic, third-person action experiences that have been lauded by international media, including several award nominations. With a team of over 100 talented developers, Sloclap is now bringing its immersive approach to online football, delivering a game that raises the bar for competitive multiplayer sports.

About PUMA:

PUMA is one of the world’s leading Sports Brands, designing, developing, selling, and marketing footwear, apparel, and accessories. For more than 70 years, PUMA has relentlessly pushed sport and culture forward by creating fast products for the world’s fastest athletes. PUMA offers performance and sport-inspired lifestyle products in categories such as Football, Running and Training, Basketball, Golf, and Motorsports. It collaborates with renowned designers and brands to bring sport influences into street culture and fashion. The PUMA Group owns the brands PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd. The company distributes its products in more than 120 countries, employs more than 16,000 people worldwide, and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach/Germany.

Grab a bargain and experience the multiplayer sensation with over 3,000 reviews on Steam today!

Irvine, United States — June 26, 2025 | Fantastical foes and daring heroes, rejoice! The incredible Legacy: Steel & Sorcery is on sale for 50% off, meaning there’s never been a better time to plunder the lost treasures of Mithrigarde! Take what you can and give nothing back, unless you’re horribly maimed by monsters or players looking to get the jump on you and your stash.

With over 3,000 ‘Mostly Positive’ reviews on Steam, it’s safe to say that Legacy: Steel & Sorcery has launched with a bang! But the fun’s not stopping there as the game’s class-based combat sees continued tweaking and evolution. This time it’s the Wizard getting a chilling new makeover with the Frost Orb. A cool weapon that’ll freeze foes and make their blood run cold (literally). There’s never been a better time to sling spells and loot the lush world of Mithrigarde.

Not only that, but there are a host of new updates helping to improve the overall experience as Legacy: Steel & Sorcery gears up for another season later in the year. Of course, last month saw a massive new update, with the launch of Season 1: Shadow’s Reach, including the arrival of The Wizard class and three brand new maps: Dawnhammer Crypt — a haunted crypt crawling with Undead (and far more sinister threats); Greenwood Night — where bandits stalk travelers, ghosts are whispered to roam and undead grow bold and vicious; Goldbrook: Social Hub — a new area for players, a free-for-all social space designed to be your campfire between battles.

For those yet to call Mithrigarde their looting paradise away from home, Legacy: Steel & Sorcery is a perfect blend of the classic MMO dungeon raids and Extraction combat made by a team of former World of Warcraft developers. Choose from an array of fantastical classes such as rogue, warrior, wizard and more before teaming up with up to two friends and putting your life on the line for glory!

So pick up your staff, select your pointiest of hats and set off on an adventure this Steam Summer Sale (Jun 26-Jul 10) and dive into this multiplayer madness for 50% off; with Legacy: Steel & Sorcery standard package at £10.99, Founder’s Supporter Pack at £22.49 and God Tier Supporter Pack at £24.99.

To keep up to date with the latest from Notorious Studios, head over to X or wishlist Legacy: Steel & Sorcery on Steam today!

Notorious Studios

Notorious Studios is a venture-backed start-up headquartered in Irvine, California, with a global team of passionate developers. Founded by core developers from Blizzard Entertainment who worked on iconic titles like World of Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch, the studio is committed to creating immersive and engaging worlds that foster community and creativity. With a team of 30 talented individuals, including remote employees from around the world, Notorious Studios is focused on delivering high-quality gaming experiences built for players not powerpoint. Our current project, Legacy: Steel & Sorcery, exemplifies our dedication to building rich, player-driven narratives within dynamic, ever-evolving gameplay environments.

For more information, visit https://www.notorious.gg/.

Available on PC, Mac, console, and mobile

K’jipuktuk/Halifax, Nova Scotia, CA – 26 June 2025: Almost three years since it first launched, cozy puzzler A Little to the Left has no more messes to conquer. Today’s free Packed Update neatly brings active development on the game to an end, with one final gift to fans to thank them for their love and support over the years.

The Packed Update includes three new drawer-themed levels, offering single-solution puzzles that look perfectly arranged when completed. There have also been sweeping changes to the Daily Tidy, including the addition of a new level, hints for these levels, easing of streaks including checkpoints and forgiveness if missing a day, and customisable badges to show off your dedication to daily decluttering.

Alongside this, players can now challenge their tidying talent in Shuffle Mode, which reorders the entire library of A Little to the Left puzzles and tasks you with solving them in whatever order they come out. Shuffle Mode will also include levels from DLC packs, so fans who own both Cupboards & Drawers and Seeing Stars can challenge a gauntlet of over 160 levels in an unusually disorganised order.

Finally, A Little to the Left is adding new accessibility features to ensure everyone can enjoy the game. A Colour Assist Mode can now be toggled on, replacing a handful of puzzles with variants that no longer rely on colour to be solved. All platforms will also benefit from the ability to pan and zoom, letting you get a closer look at the objects you’re sorting – perfect for those peskier puzzles.

A Little to the Left began life as a game jam project for Annie Macmillan and Lukas Steinman and has grown to become a million-selling game with two paid DLCs, numerous free updates since launch, and versions available on all available platforms. This final update is not the end for the team at Max Inferno, who are already exploring ideas for their next game.

About A Little to the Left
Sort, stack, and organize household objects into just the right spot in A Little to the Left, a tidy puzzle game with a mischievous cat who likes to shake things up!

• Puzzles hidden among household objects.
• Multiple solutions make for intuitive and satisfying puzzle design.
• A puzzle unique for you every day with The Daily Tidy Delivery.
• Perfect for casual puzzle game fans and those who get a jolt of satisfaction from a well-organized space.

About Secret Mode

Secret Mode is the winner of the Ukie Best UK Publisher 2024 award. We believe that games are for everyone, and that creativity has no limits. We believe quality and fun are everything.

About Max Inferno

MAX INFERNO is a seaside indie game studio from K’jipuktuk/Halifax, Nova Scotia. It makes charming games that are inspired by moments in the team’s daily lives.

The studio was founded in 2021 by Annie and Lukas, who have always loved making things together: Halloween costumes, treasure hunts, dance moves… Now they have a platform for all of the odd and lovely ideas for interactions they want to see in the gaming world.

Thanks to the success of its first title, A Little to the Left, the MAX INFERNO team is growing and is focused on even more delightful things for the future.

Unleash your creativity with custom ships, enemies and faction content as Seablip opens the floodgates to modding

Tønsberg, Norway, June 26th, 2024 – Solo developer Jardar Solli is excited to announce that Steam Workshop integration now live for Seablip, the charming pixel-art pirate RPG currently available in Early Access on Steam.

This major new feature coincides with the launch of the Steam Summer Sale, giving players the perfect opportunity to dive into Seablip’s open seas either as new captains or returning veterans hungry for new content. With the modding tools fully available and the Workshop now open, players can create and share their own enemy ships, design unique art assets, expand existing factions and more. Mods can now be uploaded directly to the Steam Workshop for the community to browse, subscribe to, and enjoy.

What can you do with the Workshop?

• Design enemy ships with your own art and ship layouts
• Expand Seablip’s world by adding new enemies to existing factions
• Share your creations and subscribe to others’ work via the official Workshop page
• Capture modded ships and add them to your fleet!

Whether you’re a pixel artist, aspiring designer or simply a fan of community-made content, the Workshop update adds an exciting new layer of creativity to Seablip’s evolving world.

New Language Support:

• German localization is now fully available! Thanks to a dedicated community fan, both the game and the store page (including achievements) are now translated
• French localization is also ready! This fan-made community translation covers the game itself, with the store page and achievements coming soon

Seablip is also part of the Steam Summer Sale! If you haven’t jumped aboard yet, now’s the perfect time to set sail into your pirate adventure. 

About Seablip
Roam the high seas in a vibrant open world containing a series of islands to discover and enemies to defeat. Drawing inspiration from titles such as Faster Than Light and Sid Meier’s Pirates!, Seablip offers the freedom to explore, build and even fish! Upgrade your ship with extra cannons and inventory space, hire a new crew to aid you in your adventures and gather resources from a range of sources – chopping trees, mining minerals and watering crops as you make use of the tools at your disposal. 

Engage in a plethora of minigames and activities as you progress, building bases and making use of your trusty fishing rod. Find gold from treasure or earn it by selling your wares, or even take bounties found around the world and enhance your pirate reputation as you get paid.

Following successful funding of the game through Kickstarter and a well received demo released during the Steam Next Fest, solo developer Jardar Solli released Seablip into Early Access earlier this year and will be hard at work adding continual updates throughout this period. 

Check out the link below for an updated roadmap of what more you can expect from Seablip between now and its full launch into the seven seas: 
https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1471270/view/4603329812242402193?l=english

About Jardar Solli
Following 5 years (more than 10,000 hours) of development on Seablip, including a successful Kickstarter campaign that launched in 2020, self taught coder and solo developer Jardar Solli is edging closer to living his dream in releasing his first title. Seablip launched on Early Access in 2024, aiming for a full launch in 2025.

Two of the most beloved soccer titles from early gaming history now available as a combo pack for your PC and soon for your PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch

Long Beach, CA. – June 26th, 2025 – Rock It™ Games today announced that it has brought back one of the most realistic soccer series from late 80’s/early 90’s Nintendo history – Jaleco Sports: Goal! which combines Goal! (Nintendo Entertainment System 1989) and Goal! (Super Nintendo 1992- known as “Super Goal!” in Europe). The two sports title combo will be available today at a 20% discount price for only $10.39 via GOG or Steam. Later this summer, the Jaleco Sports: Goal! combo pack will be available for the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.

Before FIFA became the standard in soccer gaming, Goal! was celebrated as one of the most advanced and realistic soccer experiences of its time. The NES version features 16 international teams competing for the World Cup and 8 U.S. teams in a tournament format. It also includes a Shootout mode, where players attempt to score against defenders and a goalkeeper.

The SNES sequel, Super Goal!, expanded on the original with a side-scrolling field, 24 international teams, instant replays, and full-field radar views. It also introduced strategic options like four defensive formations and more player control. “Jaleco Sports: Goal! is the second in a series of great sports games from the extensive Jaleco Sports catalog,” said Michael Devine, CEO and Managing Partner at Rock It Games. “These 8- and 16-bit games, now enhanced with modern features, absolutely deserve their place on today’s platforms—so fans can enjoy them for generations to come.”

About the Goal! Series

The Goal! series earned a reputation for its innovative approach to soccer simulation. Each team featured uniquely rated players across skills like dribbling, shooting, speed, defense, and ball control. The SNES version built on this foundation with enhanced graphics, new camera angles, and deeper gameplay mechanics.

Key Features

• Play Both Versions: Instantly switch between the NES and SNES editions, including all regional variants.
• Game Modes: Enjoy Exhibition matches, World Tournaments, Shootouts, and Super Cup mode.
• Strategic Gameplay: Set team formations, take control of your goalkeeper, and master special moves like bicycle kicks.
• Rewind the Action: like a VHS tape – missed that goal or pass? Go back in time and try again!
• Visual Options: Toggle between CRT-style retro visuals and modern display modes.
• Multiplayer: Use Remote Play to team up with or challenge friends online.
• Multilingual Manuals: Access original game manuals in English, French, Dutch, German, Spanish, and Japanese.

Special Jaleco Sports Sale

Starting June 26th, both Jaleco Sports: Goal! and Jaleco Sports:Bases Loaded (another Jaleco sports classic) will be on sale at a 21% discount. You can buy Goal! for $10.39 and Bases Loaded for $10.26 starting on June 26 till July 10, 2025

Steam Jaleco Sports: Goal! page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3399110/Jaleco_Sports_Goal
Steam Jaleco Sports: Bases Loaded page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3428080/Jaleco_Sports_Bases_Loaded/
GOG Jaleco Sports:Goal! page: https://www.gog.com/en/game/jaleco_sports_goal
GOG Jaleco Sports: Bases Loaded page: https://www.gog.com/en/game/jaleco_sports_bases_loaded

About Rock It Games

Rock It Games is a publisher focused on retro and indie titles. Supporting both digital and physical releases, the company is committed to preserving gaming history while giving players the chance to truly own their games. Rock It Games also champions developer involvement throughout the publishing process—making it collaborative, transparent, and creator-friendly.

PlayStation Australia is delighted to share that DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH is now available on PS5!

DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH follows the genre-defying open-world adventure DEATH STRANDING. In this highly anticipated sequel, Sam, with companions by his side, sets out on a new journey to save humanity from extinction as he attempts to connect Australia to the Chiral Network.

Navigate a living environment through day and night cycles, natural disasters including earthquakes, sandstorms and forest fires, and Timefall – a rain that instantly ages everything it touches.

Join them as they traverse a world beset by otherworldly enemies, obstacles and a haunting question: Should we have connected?

Step by step, legendary game creator Hideo Kojima changes the world once again.

Check out the Explore. Connect. Survive. trailer below, and look out for the final trailer launching tonight Thursday, 26 June 2025 at 7:00 pm AEST.

For more information on DEATH STRANDING 2: ON THE BEACH, head to the PlayStation Store here. 

Keep up with the latest news from PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram. 

Blizzard Entertainment unearths the secrets of the past when Diablo IV: Sins of the Horadrim begins on 1 July. Purge the blood relics influenced by the Charred Duke Astaroth, develop powerful Horadric Spells, and challenge Escalating Nightmares in a new endgame activity before going head to head with a familiar face and his demonic steed. 

• Questline: In Season 9, players journey to Cerrigar to meet with the Druid Bryona, who must contend with the choices made by the Horadric Mage Donan. Help Bryona protect her home and unlock the secrets of Horadric Strongrooms along the way. 
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• Horadric Spells: Take hold of mighty Spellcrafting abilities to customize and build your Horadric Spells. By combining potent elements, players can create intense magic that fits their playstyle. 
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• Nightmare Dungeon Changes: To shake up Nightmare Dungeons in a permanent way, Horadric Strongholds, Escalating Nightmares, and new Nightmare Dungeon affixes will be available from now on. 
  • Found within Nightmare Dungeons, Horadric Strongrooms are micro-dungeons that offer greater rewards and more fearsome mummified enemies. 
  • Sinking deeper into despair, Escalating Nightmares throws players into a chain of three Nightmare Dungeons that progressively increase in difficulty (and rewards). Fight your way through all three to face the Exalted version of Astaroth. 
  • As the battle with Astaroth unfolds, he will dismount from the Amalgam of Rage, splitting into two separate bosses. The Amalgam will resurrect after a short time as long as his Master still stands, so strategize accordingly to smite this acolyte of Mephisto. 
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• Other Permanent Features: Season 9 also introduces mouse-and-keyboard controls on console and new Uniques for each Class. 
• Season Journey: Progress through the Season Journey for the Sins of the Horadrim to earn rewards like Dante the Dog, a pet with a bark to match his hellish bite. 

For more information about Sins of the Horadrim in the blog.