Dive into Aquapark Tycoon, the new sim game from indie developer Boxelware
Extensive demo packed with exciting features
Introducing „Theme Worlds“: Create your water park in Pirate or Ancient style
Erlangen, Germany, May 28, 2025 | Just in time for the start of outdoor pool season, developer studio Boxelware is opening the gates to Aquapark Tycoon, at least for a sneak peek! From now on, players can dive into the refreshing fun and try out the new tycoon game from the indie developer – known for its successful debut title Avorion – through an extensive demo.
The demo of Aquapark Tycoon offers plenty of fun for all fans of the genre! Players can prove their skills as aquapark managers and design a water park entirely to their own vision: from pools for young and old to spectacular slides and a wellness area featuring a wide range of saunas.
Key features of the Aquapark Tycoon demo version:
2 modes: Demo scenario and Free Play mode
4 pools to build and customize
5 unique slides, including a slide editor
3 saunas to design your personal wellness oasis
2 themed worlds: Pirates and Ancient Times
Included management features: staff, ticket prices, insights into visitor thoughts and needs
Boxelware released the demo version as part of the Cozy & Family Friendly Games Celebration 2025, running from May 29 to June 1. The demo will remain playable after the event.
The full version of the game will include additional features such as indoor area design, dynamic day and season cycles, expanded management tools, new theme worlds, and a wider variety of slides, saunas, and pools.
For the latest updates, visit the official website, check out Steam, or join the conversation on Discord. Make sure to add Aquapark Tycoon to your wishlist to keep up-to-date with the latest news!
This project is funded by FFF Bayern.
About Boxelware
Boxelware is a development studio founded in 2016, based in Erlangen. The studio is led by Konstantin Kronfeldner, who realized his dream with the space game Avorion. Funding was secured through a Kickstarter campaign. Since the Early Access launch of Avorion in 2017, the game has sold over 500,000 copies. Aquapark Tycoon is the studio’s second game.
Philadelphia, PA – May 28, 2025 – Philadelphia-based indie game developer and publisher Retroware is excited to unveil its lineup for The MIX Summer Game Showcase 2025, featuring fresh looks at two of the studio’s most anticipated titles.
Retroware will showcase new trailers with never-before-seen gameplay footage and additional details for the upcoming beat-’em-up Toxic Crusaders and Neon Inferno, the stylish, cyberpunk run-and-gun developed by Zenovia Interactive. The digital showcase takes place on June 3, followed by an in-person event on June 6. Neon Inferno made waves earlier this year with a playable demo during Steam Couch Co-Op Fest, and fans can expect even more explosive action in this latest reveal.
Both Neon Inferno and Toxic Crusaders are now available to Wishlist on Steam.
Those wanting to watch the event live can do so on the official MediaIndieExchange Twitch channel at 9AM PST on June 3rd. The onsite event will take place on June 6th at 5PM PST at the Grammy Museum Rooftop, LA.
About Neon Inferno
Three decades from now, New York City is at war with itself. A war with no battlefield: criminal syndicates control four of its five boroughs, fighting each other and the corrupt NYPD in a vicious struggle for supremacy. Into this dystopia steps a fledgling crime family trying to secure their place, striving for power just as everyone else. You are their deadliest weapon.
About Toxic Crusaders:
The Toxic Crusaders are back to defend Tromaville against the evil Dr. Killemoff and his army of Radiation Rangers. With local co-op, you can grab up to four friends and take on the forces of Smogula across a variety of vibrant pixel-art levels. Choose from seven playable characters and dive into an action-packed, pun-filled adventure that’ll drag you through the wonderful world of Troma!
Neon Inferno and Toxic Crusaders will be available later this year for the PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam.
About Retroware:
“We’re all about modern retro games. We develop, publish, make merch, and run arcades. Bringing you retro experiences with modern conveniences.”
Everdeep Aurora, the upcoming lonely, desolate, yet hope-filled 2D adventure developed by Nautilus Games and published by Ysbryd Games, discovers a mysterious underground mansion hidden in the Everdeep just in time for Steam Next Fest.
Join Shell’s quest to reunite her family when Everdeep Aurora launches on Windows PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch in Q3 2025.
After a meteor shower destroys the surface world and separates young cat Shell from her mother, she sets off on a mission through the Everdeep to reunite with her family. Drill through the dense, procedurally generated rock and stone to reveal new locations and clues to Shell’s mother’s whereabouts.
Encounter the curious denizens of the Everdeep and earn their friendship by fulfilling quests. Hum their catchy theme tunes while traveling through each biome. Find guidance from a friendly face with Ribbert, upgrade Shell’s drill and other tools at Remulus’ blacksmith shop, and stop to smell the roses in Aster’s garden.
With its limited color palette, square interface, and retro graphics and sound design, Everdeep Aurora takes a pixel out of beloved consoles of the 1980s. Explore Shell’s handcrafted 8-bit world with beautifully animated cutscenes and smooth color-grading between each distinct biome
Everdeep Aurora’s new demo is available now for Steam Next Fest. Shell explores Windows PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch in Q3 2025. To discover more about Everdeep Aurora, please visit the official website, follow Nautilus Games on Twitter, and search #EverdeepAurora on social media.
About Ysbryd Games
Publisher Ysbryd Games delivers games with stories that have the heart and soul to stay with players for a lifetime, underlined by captivating gameplay and striking aesthetics.
About Nautilus Games
Nautilus Games is a two-person indie studio from Madrid, Spain currently working on their debut title, Everdeep Aurora.
Prepare for a Wild Adventure in the Trials of Legend on Consoles and PC
[May 28th, 2025] – Get ready to unleash your magical prowess and embark on an electrifying new journey in Wizard of Legend 2, launching into 1.0 worldwide on June 12, 2025. After being in Early Access since October 2024, the 1.0 version of Wizard of Legend 2 will come to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox adding new content like the Chaos Biome, Chaos minibosses, and a formidable Final Boss. Players can also master 12 new Chaos Arcana, discover 10 new relics, and take on fresh objectives with new contracts. With expanded multiplayer options for local and online co-op, the update builds on the fast-paced, spell-based combat, offering an even more vibrant, action-packed world.
Wizard of Legend 2 features added since Early Access:
4-player Co-op:Team up with friends in seamless online or local multiplayer, supporting up to four players. Online and local co-op gameplay has been enhanced with better responsiveness for Arcana abilities, refined camera behavior, multiplayer boss HP adjustments, and smoother item selection to reduce accidental purchases, resulting in a more gratifying co-op experience.
Chaos Biome and New Challenges:The addition of the Chaos Biome introduces fresh environments, new minibosses, and a formidable Final Boss, providing dynamic combat encounters and serving as the ultimate trial.
Master Elemental Arcana: Players can master the element of Chaos with 12 new Arcana, offering additional magical powers and new strategies to explore.
New Contracts:Take on a brand new batch of objectives with new contracts, earning rewards as you progress.
Sky Citadel Content Update:The Sky Citadel content update introduced a new biome with 12 new enemies, including the Royal Spear Knight miniboss and the King and Queen boss. Along with the return of Dash Arcana, including 15 Arcana options, two new NPCs, improved boss behaviors, updated dialogues and voice lines, enhanced customization, local co-op improvements, and numerous balance changes.
Gameplay Improvements:Thanks to player feedback, the team has implemented several quality-of-life improvements since Early Access, including numerous fixes and tweaks to enhance gameplay, such as smoother local and online co-op, bug fixes for Arcana and Relic interactions, better boss behavior, and refined level designs. Adjustments also addressed UI issues, menu improvements, and balance changes to ensure a more polished and enjoyable experience.
Expanded Language Support:Wizard of Legend 2 supports a wide array of languages including Brazilian Portuguese, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish, expanding accessibility for players worldwide.
Wizard of Legend 2 will officially leave Early Access on PC and launch on consoles on June 12, 2025. Be sure to wishlist the game on Steam and follow developer Dead Mage on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram, as well as visit the official website. Join the community and begin your adventure to become the next Wizard of Legend!
About Dead Mage
Dead Mage is a game development studio dedicated to crafting immersive and innovative gaming experiences. With a focus on player feedback and continuous improvement, Dead Mage aims to create memorable and engaging titles – such as Tale of Ronin, Children of Morta, and Shadow Blade: Reload – that resonate with players worldwide.
About Humble Games
Best known for critically acclaimed and award-winning hits such as A Hat in Time, Forager, Project Wingman, SIGNALIS, Slay the Spire, Temtem, UNSIGHTED, Unpacking and Wizard of Legend, Humble Games is Humble Bundle’s publishing arm, composed of a passionate and nimble team that works remotely with a collection of talented global development partners.
Humble Games was founded on a shared passion to support developers and deliver excellent content and gaming experiences to players around the world, while continuing the Humble mission to be a force for good in the industry. Humble Games is committed to investing in top quality games, comprised of both new and existing beloved IPs, all while prioritizing and supporting developer partnerships so that they can focus on bringing their creative visions to life.
Robot Entertainment and Skybound Games Partner for Physical Console Editions Now Available for Pre-Order
PLANO, TX & LOS ANGELES, CA– May 28, 2025 – Robot Entertainment, the independent development and publishing studio behind the beloved Orcs Must Die! series, today announced that Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap is coming to the PlayStation® Store on July 29, 2025 for PlayStation 5. In partnership with Skybound Games, Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap will also be available in physical editions for both PS5 and Xbox Series X/S on September 23, 2025 with pre-orders now available at select global retailers.
The game originally released on Steam, Epic Games Store, and Xbox Series X/S on January 28, 2025. In July, PlayStation® players will receive the most up-to-date version which includes content and quality of life updates made post launch, such as new levels, enemies, traps, threads, skins, and the return of fan favorite War Mages Max and Gabby.
Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap is the fifth game in the critically acclaimed Orcs Must Die! franchise. This latest chapter of orc slaying mayhem features much deeper progression systems, as players grow their War Mages to become stronger every battle and enjoy endless replayability as they face off against hordes of relentless orcs either solo or with up to four players in thrilling co-op gameplay. Players are challenged to set traps, upgrade their defenses, and use their hero’s unique weapons and abilities to prevent orcs from entering the rift, a gateway and powerful source of magic.
Physical versions of Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap are now available to pre-order via global retailers for $39.99 / £34.99 /€39.99. The physical edition will include:
Game Disc: Either a PS5 or Xbox X/S game disc, including the latest content and quality of life updates from Robot Entertainment to date.
Art Booklet: A meticulously crafted booklet exploring the creation of the game, featuring early concepts, sketches and behind-the-scenes insights.
Supporter Pack DLC: Redemption code for DLC that includes 7 stunning hero and weapon skins, allowing players to give War Mages a bold new look.
Original Soundtrack: Feel the pulse of battle through blazing guitar riffs and pounding drums with a redemption code to the game’s soundtrack, composed by Phill Boucher.
Orcs Must Die! DeathtrapFeatures:
Slay More, Alone or Together – Enjoy the game solo or in co-op teams of up to four players – each option provides unique challenges and rewards. The game is designed to adjust to the number of players, ensuring a balanced and exciting contest in any combination.
Fantastically Powerful Heroes – Find your role among new War Mages, each with unique weapons, abilities, traps, and personality. Each hero is tailored to different play styles and can operate independently or work together with complementing heroes, ensuring versatile and mighty orc-smashing.
No Two Runs Are The Same – Face intensifying waves of orcs and other hideous beasts with randomized buffs and debuffs that impact your hero, traps, weapons, stats, and the levels themselves. Environmental factors like weather and time of day further influence enemies and your defensive options. As these buffs and debuffs stack, choose to push forward against the growing hordes or return to your castle hub to power up your hero, weapons, and traps before facing a formidable Orc General in a brutal boss fight.
Epic Combat – Experience enhanced combat where the combination of heroic prowess and ingenious traps leads to unparalleled orc destruction. Engage in tight, responsive third-person shooter and melee combat. Enjoy crazy physics-based interactions and ridiculous ragdoll effects. Watch with joy as your traps hurl, crush, slice, and incinerate orcs in spectacular fashion.
Classic Orcs Must Die! Vibe – Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap stays true to the beloved humor, personality, and charm of the series. From witty orc chatter to over-the-top physics sending screaming orcs flying, and a strong guitar- and drum-heavy soundtrack, every moment is crafted to keep your adrenaline pumping.
ABOUT ORCS MUST DIE! DEATHTRAP Step into the role of a powerful War Mage, defend the rift from the grotesque mob, and embrace the chaos of orc annihilation. The castle doors are thrown wide open to exciting new franchise features, including: Four-player co-op, deep progression systems, rogue-lite build options, expanded level variety and vast outdoor fantasy environments, all with enhanced third-person shooter and melee combat with spectacular physics and more ridiculous orc deaths.
For more information on Orcs Must Die! Deathtrap, please visit the official website, and follow the game on Facebook, Bluesky, and X.
ABOUT ROBOT ENTERTAINMENT
Based in Plano, Texas, Robot Entertainment is an independent game development and publishing studio founded in 2009. With a team that has proven experience and expertise in creating games that appeal to massive audiences on multiple platforms, Robot Entertainment is focused on developing titles that set new standards for their respective genres.
ABOUT SKYBOUND GAMES
Skybound Games publishes, produces and distributes video games across every genre, including the blockbuster Telltale: The Walking Dead series, the BAFTA Award-winning Before Your Eyes and the Tribeca Games Award winner, Goodnight Universe. Skybound Games works with top gaming talent and fueled by the fan fervor of its content library, creates engaging, engrossing and evergreen games people love to play.
Experience a turn-based 2D-pixel action visual novel that follows the story of a blossoming samurai facing betrayal, loss, and legacy.
Ontario, Canada, May 28th, 2025 | Fenyx Digital is proud to announce its debut game, Louts: Lost Memories, will soon be available on Steam, along with a free public demo. This side-scrolling, 2D-pixel art visual novel combines turn-based combat with a deeply emotional narrative, challenging players to confront themes of manipulation, memory, and choice.
Follow the Journey of a Troubled Young Samurai
Take on the role of young Atsushi, a resilient samurai caught in the midst of a raging war in Feudal Japan. Join him on a quest to retrieve the Raiketsu herb, a rare plant that holds the key to saving his ill father. This precious herb can only be obtained from Lord Hisashi, an emperor who is hosting a fight-to-the-death tournament featuring the most legendary samurai in history. What begins as a simple mission quickly evolves into a story-driven journey filled with unexpected challenges. Follow Atsushi as he navigates his personal grief and uncovers hidden alliances, revealing life-altering truths that will change everything he once believed.
Where Story Meets Turn-Based Strategy
In Lotus: Lost Memories, deliberate, slow-paced combat reflects the introspective tone of a visual novel. Players engage in strategic battles through a unique system that combines turn-based mechanics with real-time Quick Time Events for actions such as blocking, parrying, and interrupting attacks. There are ten distinct turn-based moves available, including overhead and underhand swings, piercing jabs, and more. The game does not rely on traditional RPG stats; instead, success is determined by the player’s timing, precision, and reflexes. For those looking for a greater challenge, Gauntlet mode offers a timed endurance trial on the leaderboard, pitting players against opponents in consecutive battles. Experience a variety of combat environments, ranging from serene landscapes to the roaring excitement of the battle arena.
A Narrative Journey Told in Three Acts
Lotus Lost Memories is structured in three acts, inviting players into a narrative-first experience that grows darker and more personal as it unfolds. The journey begins in Act One with a brief introduction to combat and world-building. In Act Two, the narrative gradually unfolds as Atsushi shares his internal struggles and memories with others. Finally, in Act Three, players face a series of brutal duels where long-buried truths come to light. You will soon discover that your opponents are not simply enemies, but fellow humans with war stories, motivations, histories, and fates of their own.
Demo Coming Soon
Lotus Lost Memories will be showcased in the SNF Festival from June 9th to 16th. Experience the first 20 minutes of the game’s opening act and immerse yourself in three distinct combat environments, along with a brief sneak peak of a mini-boss battle. Don’t miss this exclusive chance to get a glimpse of what the full game has to offer!
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.
Farming Simulator: Signature Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch™ 2 this winter. Publisher and developer GIANTS Software announces a comprehensive edition of its hit simulation game for Nintendo’s upcoming gaming console.
A Signature Experience: Relaxing and Rewarding
Whether players tackle agriculture on fields, dive into the woods for professional forestry or tend to an adorable ensemble of livestock animals as a basis for their farming operation, there’s plenty to do. In addition, production chains, construction projects, and other activities allow players to cultivate, shape, and grow an agricultural empire.
“Farming Simulator: Signature Edition is full of variety and the most comprehensive way to experience a relaxing, family-friendly simulation of farming in the Nintendo universe to date,” says Boris Stefan, CSO of GIANTS Software. “We’re proud that Farming Simulator can be enjoyed on all popular platforms, including the brand-new Nintendo Switch 2!”
Farming to Learn and Master
With three environments in North America, Europe, and East Asia, each farmer can choose their starting point and learn to grow with challenges and opportunities. 25 field crops from wheat and sunflowers to rice and spinach, plus many greenhouse crops and trees, and a variety of animals like sheep, goats, water buffalo, and many more make the farm life even more enjoyable.
Machine enthusiasts and experienced farmers will enjoy over 400 authentic machines from over 150 international top brands like Case IH, CLAAS, Fendt, John Deere, Kubota, Massey Ferguson, New Holland, and Valtra – with one major brand to be unveiled soon.
As usual, GIANTS Software will release new content after launch to enhance the user experience. Visit the official Farming Simulator website.
About GIANTS Software
GIANTS Software is an international game developer and publisher from Switzerland, established in 2004 and known worldwide for creating the popular Farming Simulator franchise. Self-sufficient with offices in Switzerland (Zurich), Germany (Erlangen), USA (Chicago) and the Czech Republic (Brno), the team is committed to position itself as a leading publisher in the simulation genre, with Project Motor Racing to be introduced to the racing scene soon. The company maintains a global network of partners and close ties with respective industries. Visit giants-software.com for more information.
About Farming Simulator
With more than 40 million copies of the main series sold worldwide since 2008, the Farming Simulator franchise is leading in its genre. Available on all major platforms, the games feature hundreds of authentic machines from renowned brands and offer compelling agricultural simulation with relaxing, family-friendly gameplay. It’s based on the powerful GIANTS Engine – built in-house to provide realistic physics, high-fidelity graphics, dynamic systems and extensive modding support. Visit farming-simulator.com for more information.
Ascend from your shelter, break everything and survive in indie hit getting PS5 & Switch physical editions on June 27th
Tampere, Finland – May 28th 2025 – 10tons Ltd are delighted to announce that their hit indie game where you survive and thrive in a hostile world, DYSMANTLE, has hit an incredible 2 million sales. 10tons is celebrating this milestone with a new physical edition coming to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on June 27th and available to pre-order now. The game is also currently on sale on Steam with 68% off for $6.39 / £5.36 / €6.39.
The physical edition is available in Europe and Australia, with the US version currently unconfirmed, and can pre-ordered on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.
In DYSMANTLE, you ascend from your shelter after many years into a hard post-apocalyptic environment. With over 99% of all objects and materials able to be broken down for materials with the right tools, there’s nothing in your way as you ruin everything on your way to escaping the wretched island. Explore the ruins of the past and discover technology from the hi-tech era. Gain technological advantage against the hostile environment. Or go deeper and recover the ancient lost knowledge from the hidden tomb chambers of the old ones. Acquire materials with almost magic-like properties and use them to craft insanely powerful gear.
Explore the vast hand-crafted open world and build Outposts to establish your presence. Claim back the land area by area. Find hidden treasures and solve puzzles long ago forgotten. You will not be fighting just to maintain the status quo. This IS NOT a game about starving. You won’t be constantly looking for a tasty cockroach to fill your over-metabolic stomach while waiting for the unavoidable bliss that is death. You will never die of hunger. You will get more powerful, and unlock permanent upgrades. The world is a dangerous place, and you may take a few steps back once in a while, but eventually you will thrive.
Enjoy the bittersweet apocalypse.
“We can’t thank our fans enough for helping us hit the amazing milestone of 2 million copies sold,” said Sampo Töyssy from 10tons. “We are celebrating that with a new physical edition of DYSMANTLE hitting PS5 and Switch on June 27th. This release is somewhat bittersweet for us, as we had planned to bring this to the US too, but due to some unfortunate circumstances the US release remains unconfirmed. Nonetheless, we hope everyone that wants a copy manages to get their hands on it and thank you all again for your support.”
10tons is currently developing DYSPLACED, an open-world fantasy survival game that immerses players in a realm of myth and magic. Starting with nothing, players must gather resources, build camps, cook, and fish to survive. As the journey unfolds, they’ll master essential skills like magic, smithing, hunting, and alchemy to thrive in a world both beautiful and brutal. The path home winds through darkness—and only the brave will find their way back.
10tons is an independent game studio based in Tampere, Finland. Our mission is to create games which can be enjoyed on a wide variety of platforms from mobile to the latest consoles.
10tons is truly independent: We develop and publish our games ourselves. We are 100% self-funded: Revenues from past games fund new games. We even use our very own game engine to ensure minimum time to market when new opportunities arise. 10tons is a true artisanal game developer – from the first bit to the last.
Available today on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox consoles
Hong Kong – May 28, 2025 – Independent developer and publisher Eastasiasoft Limited announced today that retro pixel art JRPG Starlight Legacy has officially released for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and the Microsoft Store for Windows. A new trailer has been prepared to celebrate the launch. Physical release is still in the works, with updated details to be shared in the weeks ahead. The game is also available on Steam and GOG for PC.
Inspired by genre classics of the 16-bit era, Starlight Legacy combines nostalgic old-school charm with modernized gameplay mechanics and crisp widescreen presentation. Following the tale of three protagonists unwittingly pulled into a devastating conflict, Starlight Legacy features a seamless kingdom to freely explore while gathering artifacts to restore the Eternity Tree. Players can visit each of the four provinces in any order as they build up their party’s stats, meet townspeople, encounter monsters, take to the skies in 3D flight sequences and discover secrets scattered around the expansive map. Starlight Legacy is originally developed by Decafesoft and is published worldwide by Eastasiasoft Limited. Digital pricing is set at US$12.99/€12.99, plus a 20% launch discount will be available for all regions and platforms. PlayStation discounts are for Plus subscribers only. Starlight Legacy supports English, French, German, Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Japanese, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese languages
Return to the style of 16-bit RPGs in Starlight Legacy, a non-linear adventure inspired by genre classics! Set in a post-medieval world in the Evaria Kingdom, explore a vast kingdom created with lush 2D pixel art, a nostalgic turn-based battle system and non-linear story where the four provinces of the kingdom can be explored in any order of your choosing.
In Starlight Legacy, the four provinces of the Evaria Kingdom have lived in peace and prosperity for decades, thanks to the Eternity Tree that enriches and purifies the soil, water, and air of the entire kingdom. But a ban on the education of magic has caused unrest, leading to the rise of a separatist movement to liberate the Sky Province from Evaria. The warriors Ignus and Teryl embark on a quest to deliver a sword requested by the king, but shortly after they embark, a devastating attack causes the Eternity Tree to whither. Ignus and Teryl now face the task of restoring the Eternity Tree to save the kingdom. And so begins a great journey through a seamlessly interconnected fantasy world!
Key Features:
Search for powerful relics to restore the withered Eternity Tree!
Explore provinces in any order, with enemies and bosses scaled according to your overall progress.
Travel between towns, dungeons and field environments seamlessly with no load times.
Immerse yourself in a retro RPG that mixes old-school 2D aesthetics with modern advancements!
Engage in menu driven turn-based combat inspired by genre classics.
Take to the skies in 3D flight sequences to quickly traverse the overworld map!
About eastasiasoft
Eastasiasoft Limited is an independent, Hong Kong–based developer and publisher of interactive entertainment specializing in video games and related media. Founded in 2007, eastasiasoft has published a diverse variety of titles in digital and physical format. Eastasiasoft is a licensed PlayStation, Nintendo Switch and Xbox One publisher. Some of eastasiasoft’s recently licensed and published games are Hakuoki: Chronicles of Wind and Blossom, Mugen Souls Z, Sword and Fairy: Together Forever, Xuan Yuan Sword 7, Empire of Angels IV, Seven Pirates H, Moero Crystal H, Trigger Witch, Rainbow Skies, Rainbow Moon, and the Söldner-X franchise.
About Decafesoft
Decafesoft is a Tokyo-based indie game studio operated by Justin Matsuzawa (with some help from his wife Yuki). Decafesoft founder Justin was born in Japan, raised in the US, and moved back to Japan after college. Decafesoft previously released casual mobile game MugenCards in 2022. Decafesoft hopes to make Starlight Legacy a recurring RPG series.
The world’s first ‘yoyovania’ is here, with a collector’s edition launching today and pre-orders for the official vinyl soundtrack starting now!
Las Vegas, NV (May 28, 2025) – PM Studios and developer Pocket Trap are proud to announce that the world’s first ‘yoyovania’ Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo is out now on PlayStation® 4 & 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC! Players can dive headfirst into the retro-styled world where a bat named Pippit – armed with a cursed yoyo – is the only one who can restore his family’s legacy following the kidnapping of his beloved Auntie.
The brand-new launch trailer gives fans a new look at Pippit’s journey through the corporate towers and seedy, criminal underbelly of the city.
Welcome to the Yoyo-Verse
Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo is a top-down action-adventure where players step into the world of Pippit, a small but mighty bat on a mission to rescue his beloved auntie and reclaim the Pipistrello family legacy. Armed with a tricked-out yoyo, Pippit must travel through a vibrant metropolis filled with hidden treasures ripe for the taking, and rival crime bosses to be overthrown.
Combining nostalgic pixel art with slick navigation and combat, Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo offers players a toolkit of over 40 equippable badges and 20 passive upgrades to mix and match, encouraging you to find your personal favourite style of play. Players will use Pippit’s yoyo to navigate their surroundings and battle foes; swinging across rifts, taking down enemies, and doing it all with style. Whether you’re scaling skyscraper scaffolding or solving puzzles deep in the sewers, your yoyo is your best friend, deadliest weapon, and the ultimate key to success.
Limited Vinyl Soundtrack Available for Pre-Orders Today!
For music aficionados, the Official Vinyl Soundtrack for Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo is available for pre-orders commencing today via iam8bit, and features the game’s retro yet energetic score from a trio of composers:
Leonardo Lima – Primary Composer Known for his work on Dodgeball Academia and Fall Guys, Leonardo Lima brings signature rhythms to the game’s fast-paced atmosphere. If you’re looking for a soundtrack that’ll have you tapping your foot while you yoyo, look no further.
Henrique Lorenzi – Contributing Composer As Pocket Trap’s own programmer, level designer, and sound designer, Henrique Lorenzi adds his creative touch to the game’s soundscape. In addition to his work at Pocket Trap, Lorenzi’s previous musical credits include the soundtrack to Ninjin: Clash of Carrots.
Yoko Shimomura – Legendary Guest Composer Yoko Shimomura, the musical mastermind behind some of the most iconic scores of Kingdom Hearts® and Street Fighter® II, is bringing her legendary sound to an exclusive new track that will make any yoyo enthusiast spin with joy! With her unparalleled creativity and flair, Shimomura’s score is one no fan should miss.
Sold separately from the game, this Vinyl Soundtrack is a must-have for fans of video game music and retro scores. Pre-orders are available as of today and will ship out later this year.
For more information, including how to pre-order, visitthe store page.
For those who want to dive into the groovy tunes but don’t own a record player, you can find the digital soundtrack available on Steam.
Physical Edition & Collector’s Edition Available Now
PM Studios™ and Pocket Trap are releasing a Physical Edition and Collector’s Edition of the game for PlayStation® 5 and Nintendo Switch™.
The Physical Edition and Collector’s Edition can be found at GameStop in North America and Amazon, available starting today for $34.99 USD and $59.99, respectively. The Collector’s Edition includes an exclusive Pippit plushie to help you master your yoyo tricks (or give you company while you practice your skills!).
About PM Studios
PM Studios is a game developer and publisher dedicated to championing indie innovation and delivering bold, unforgettable gaming experiences to players around the world. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Las Vegas, with international operations in Seoul, Korea, PM Studios brings deep expertise in development, distribution, and publishing — with a growing slate of acclaimed titles and popular franchises across console, PC, and mobile.
At PM Studios, creativity comes without compromise. We empower creators, connect communities, and invite players everywhere to unleash their wonder. Come play.
About Pocket Trap
Pocket Trap is a small and passionate team from São Paulo, Brazil. Founded in 2013, the studio focuses on delivering delightful and authentic experiences with a strong potential for transmedia. Pocket Trap is best known for Console/PC games such as Dodgeball Academia, Ninjin: Clash of Carrots and for co-creating the Ninjin series for Cartoon Network/HBO Max.
