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Celebrate Springtime In Sengoku Dynasty With The Free Sakura Update & Paid DLC Available Now On Consoles

Enjoy the new content and expansive customization options elevating your impact on Nata Valley

Oberhaching, Germany, May 8, 2026 – Delicate pink and white petals drift on the breeze. Spring is here and with it comes change. Just like the seasons flow seamlessly into each other, Sengoku Dynasty, the popular blend of open-world action, life simulation and village builder keeps evolving. Whether you are honing your craft as a tradesperson or preparing for battle with the weight of an Otsuchi in hand, the spirit of the Sakura season infuses every step of your journey. Enjoy the quiet beauty of a world in transition, the serene elegance of the blossoms and the enduring strength of your dynasty.

Development studio Superkami and publisher Toplitz Productions are delighted to announce the arrival of the free Sakura update as well as a paid Sakura DLC customization pack for Sengoku Dynasty on consoles, following the release of the Sakura content on PC last week.

Free Sakura Update Highlights:

  • New Weapon: Otsuchi
  • Sakura themed weapon set
  • New attire for tradespeople (female/male variants)
  • New worker level and specialization system
  • More appearance options for refugees, based on the dynasty level

Paid Sakura DLC Highlights:

  • Three Menpō masks
  • Light Samurai clothing set (female/male variants)
  • Porcelain weapon set (incl. Otsuchi variant)
  • Banners in various shapes, sizes and ornament options, allowing more than 30 unique combinations

The Sakura DLC is purely cosmetic and does not affect gameplay progression.

Sengoku Dynasty is available on PC and consoles. Following this launch, another major free update is scheduled for the end of June, enhancing the gameplay experience even further. Join our Discord to stay up-to-date about Sengoku Dynasty and the other exciting games from Toplitz Productions.

About Superkami
Superkami is a studio with one mission – to let talented people make the best games they can.  As an agile, fully remote studio with a team all over the world  consisting of experienced veterans and ambitious newcomers they seek to bring unique content to a whole new audience through their innovation and style. Their first announced title is Sengoku Dynasty – an open-world survival builder set in the beautiful world of medieval Japan.

About Toplitz Productions:
The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with “heart & soul” for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.

New LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Launch Trailer Showcases Bruce Wayne’s Epic Journey from Origin to Legend, Feat. Seal’s “Kiss from a Rose” – Releasing May 22

Warner Bros. Games released the LEGO® Batman™: Legacy of the Dark Knight Launch Trailer, taking viewers on a thrill ride through Bruce Wayne’s epic journey to become DC’s hero of Gotham City, from origin to legend.

Set against the backdrop of Seal’s Grammy-winning song “Kiss from a Rose” from the Batman Forever (1995) film soundtrack, the trailer features new cinematic and gameplay moments of the Caped Crusader and his crime-fighting allies – Robin, Nightwing, Batgirl, Jim Gordon, Catwoman, and Talia al Ghul – as they take on an ever-growing threat from The Joker, Poison Ivy, Mr. Freeze, Two-Face, Ra’s al Ghul, Bane, and other infamous DC Super-Villains in the ultimate LEGO Batman experience.

LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight will launch worldwide on May 22 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam & Epic Games Store). Pre-orders are available now for the Standard and Deluxe Editions of the game on the above-mentioned platforms*. Deluxe Edition pre-orders will receive 72-hour early access beginning on May 19, prior to the main launch. All pre-orders will receive The Dark Knight Returns Batsuit (at launch), inspired by the acclaimed comic book series.

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Developed by TT Games, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight is an all-new open-world action-adventure videogame with an original story inspired by decades of Batman films, television shows, comic books, and games, combined with DC lore and fun-filled LEGO humour.

Players can unlock the Golden Age Batsuit (at launch), accessible for eligible users who create a Warner Bros. Games account, as well as those who already have an account.

Four new LEGO DC Batman sets are available now, each including in-game digital content redeemable when LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight releases. The LEGO® DC Batman™: Batman Logo set will unlock an exclusive gold Batsuit for the videogame, and the LEGO® DC Batman™: The Batman™ Batmobile™, LEGO® DC Batman™ Batman v Superman™ Batmobile™, and LEGO® DC Batman: Batman & Robin™ Batmobile™ sets include an in-game playable version of each respective vehicle, plus an exclusive gold variant of each vehicle, for the videogame. Please note, the exclusive in-game gold Batsuit and gold vehicle variants are only available through purchase of the LEGO sets.

*Nintendo Switch™2 version of the game will launch later in 2026 and is available to Wishlist now.

To learn more about LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, visit LEGOBatmanGame.com.

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THE ADEPTUS MECHANICUS WAGE WAR WITH MACHINE PRECISION IN DAWN OF WAR IV 

Always Analysing. Always in Control. 

Sydney, Australia, 8th May 2026: Deep Silver and KING Art Games revealed the second of four faction deep dive trailers, with ​the​ Adeptus Mechanicus bringing the cold logic and calculated destruction to the battlefield in Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV

Get a closer look at how ​​the Adeptus Mechanicus send forth their engines of war, with the Machine God blessing every calculation in a new gameplay trailer: 

​​​Praise ​​the Omnissiah!  

Masters of the calculus of war, the Adeptus Mechanicus faction is relatively quick, great at ranged combat, and armed with a ​​ton​​ of combat tools that draw on their unique access to technology. 

Leading their forces are two augmented commanders, each embodying a different aspect of the Omnissiah’s will. Players can choose between the Technoarcheologist, Potentia-Delta 9, or the Skitarii Marshal, Sek-Ix-23, tailoring their approach to domination on Kronus. 

With a focus on precision, synergy, and overwhelming technological superiority, the Adeptus Mechanicus are not just engineers or scientists; they are instruments of war. 

Whatever lies ahead, the Adeptus Mechanicus knows one truth: the holy Quest for Knowledge must not falter. 

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About Dawn of War IV 

Dawn of War IV delivers an unforgettable sci-fi RTS experience set within a faithful recreation of the beloved Warhammer 40,000 universe. Take charge of four factions in an epic story that spans multiple non-linear campaigns, clash with other players in tense multiplayer combat, and enjoy fan-favourite modes including Last Stand, Skirmish and more! 

Visit dawnofwar4.com for more details.  

About KING Art Games    

KING Art is an independent game developer, celebrating 25 years of experience in creating high-quality games for all major platforms. More than 100 employees across several teams are located at the offices in Bremen, Germany and work with about as many freelancers around the globe. Founded in 2000, KING Art has since released more than 50 titles in different genres, with a focus on narrative games, RPGs and strategy games. The company and its games have received multiple prestigious awards, including Best Strategy Game and Best Development Studio, multiple German “Games of the Year” and “Studio of the Year” awards. 
 
KING Art is a licensed developer for Microsoft, Sony and Nintendo platforms and a member of Verband der deutschen Games-Branche (GAME). 

About PLAION   

PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Founded three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences. PLAION is an Embracer Group company.  

About Deep Silver   

Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island, to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come: Deliverance. For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com  

About Games Workshop® 

Games Workshop® Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer® Age of Sigmar® and Warhammer® 40,000® games, miniatures, novels and model kits through more than 570 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop® or Warhammer®), the www.games-workshop.com web store and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. More information about Games Workshop and its other, related brands and product ranges (including our publishing division ‘Black Library’ and our special resin miniatures studio ‘Forge World’) can be found at www.warhammer.com

Psychological Horror Sequel Dread Neighbor Shatters Safety and Reality on PC Today

HANGZHOU, China – 8 May 2026 – Dread Neighbor, the first-person psychological horror game and sequel to Dread Flats from indie studio ghostcase, conjures a malicious, unseen force onto PC via Steam today.

Check out the thrilling new trailer here.

Step into the unsettling reality of a young woman living alone in a dilapidated apartment building. Manage the sickening feeling of constantly being watched from every corner of the room in an intense, heart-pounding adventure inspired by modern Chinese horror media.

An unnerving aura pervades every moment of existence, as expected, everyday surroundings slowly warp into an unfamiliar scene. Experience a dread-inducing progressive loop system that corrupts any semblance of safety and realism in a creepy, atmospheric environment.

Escape a relentless assailant in thrilling chase scenes while attempting to unravel a chilling narrative from multiple victims’ perspectives. Uncover what really lies beneath the fear by piecing together a series of eerie events to reach three unexpected conclusions, including the true ending.

“For this project, we really honed in on the suffocating feelings of fear and paranoia to craft an immersive horror experience,” said developer ghostcase. “Players will need to keep their composure while navigating familiar environments gradually (and sometimes jarringly) distorting into something much more sinister.”

Dread Neighbor is available now on Windows PC via Steam for $5.99/€6.15/¥790, with English, Simplified Chinese, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Russian, Japanese, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), and Portuguese (Portugal) language support. 

To stay up to date, follow the developer on X, join the community on Discord, and search #DreadNeighbor on social media.

About ghostcase

ghostcase is a China-based indie game studio focused on first-person psychological horror experiences. Their previous title, Dread Flats, gained widespread attention for its immersive storytelling and atmosphere, and was described by some content creators as “the scariest game of 2025”.

Dread Neighbor builds upon that foundation, further refining presentation, structure, and realism to deliver a more grounded and emotionally intense experience.

Folk-horror adventure Curse of the Crimson Stag debuts at Nacon Connect

Discover what mythical spirit haunts the Whiteroot Hotel in a new narrative mystery from Daedalic Entertainment and One-O-One Games.

Hamburg, Germany / Rome, Italy – May 7th – One-O-One Games and Daedalic Entertainment today announce Curse of the Crimson Stag, a new folk-horror adventure for PC, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch and Xbox Series X|S.

Revealed today with a teaser trailer as part of Nacon Connect, Curse of the Crimson Stag is a story-driven mystery thriller, where players explore the abandoned Whiteroot Hotel and the blurred reality between deadly conspiracies and the supernatural.

Players of Curse of the Crimson Stag should expect a narrative adventure rich with exploration, puzzle-solving, and investigation, set within a thick folk-horror atmosphere and driven by a mysterious narrative. 

The haunting halls of the Whiteroot Hotel and its unsettling surroundings invite exploration while a mature story blending mystery and horror slowly unfolds. Relatable, yet flawed characters become entangled in a web of schemes and lies as tension rises, heightened further by immersive binaural audio that deepens the game’s oppressive atmosphere. 

Curse of the Crimson Stag on Steam

Curso of the Crimson Stag for PlayStation 5

Curse of the Crimson Stag story

Feeling stuck in her backwater hometown, a teenager named Brit jumps at the chance for a life-changing adventure: to assist in the making of a documentary about the derelict Whiteroot Hotel. The once luxurious hotel stands abandoned in the American Northwest, with local folklore spinning tales of ghostly hauntings and of angry spirits being the reason for its desertion.

Once built by a wealthy businessman hoping to bring tourism to the area, Whiteroot Hotel ended up being the stage for a series of mysterious deaths and the complete downfall of its owners. Abandoned and left to rot, its walls have held the secrets of its past for 18 years.

The people of the area, with a strong connection to local myth and folklore, tell of an entity known as the Crimson Stag – a protective spirit of sorts – which supposedly inhabits the dark woods of the area. Whether it’s local superstition or not: Everything about this seems like a perfect setup for a documentary and a chance for Brit to be discovered.

Once Brit starts her exploration of the hotel, as instructed by professional ghost hunter Emily, it quickly becomes clear that she is in over her head. The Whiteroot Hotel does not surrender its secrets easily and, whether it is supernatural forces or dark machinations, the Curse of the Crimson Stag soon threatens to claim her as well.

About ONE O ONE GAMES

One O One Games is an independent video game development studio based in Rome, founded in 2008 and an Official Unreal Engine Silver Service Partner. Known for titles such as The Suicide of Rachel Foster, Fury Roads Survivor, Ping Pong, Ping Pong Arcade, and VR Ping Pong Pro, the studio develops narrative-driven and gameplay-focused experiences across multiple genres and platforms. 

With a team of over 40 international professionals, One O One Games is currently working on new original IPs. 

About Daedalic Entertainment

​Celebrating its 20th publishing year, Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher with nearly two decades of experience supporting indie developers across all major gaming platforms. The lineup of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new lineup of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include Star Trek: Voyager – Across the Unknown, The Occultist, New Cycle, Barotrauma, Unrailed!, Bloodgrounds, Into the Emberlands, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish!, and more.

Please look out for upcoming games like Woodo, Barotrauma Home & Harbor Expansion, and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house, Nacon.

NACON CONNECT 2026: ALL THE ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM THE CONFERENCE

Lesquin, May 7, 2026 – For the seventh consecutive year, NACON’s annual conference delivered on all its promises. Marked by game reveals and exclusive gameplay premieres, the event highlighted NACON’s ability to offer a rich and diverse catalog to the most passionate gamers.

Watch the NACON Connect replay here:

New Games Unveiled

The NACON Connect featured the announcement of games that will thrill gamers seeking strong sensations and dark universes:

  • Hunter: The Reckoning – Deathwish: The famous supernatural creature-hunting franchise from the World of Darkness™ returns to video games with a first-person action-RPG. Announced at the opening of the latest Xbox Partner Preview, the game invites players to hunt down evil beings in an open and immersive New York City, where every clue recovered brings them closer to their prey. The game is developed by Teyon, the studio behind the critically acclaimed RoboCop: Rogue City.
  • Dracula: The Disciple: Cyanide studio reveals a new puzzle game concept that reinterprets the Dracula myth. The player embodies an archivist with an incurable disease in search of a cure. Only mastery of the occult arts and esoteric instruments forgotten in Dracula’s castle could save them, or even grant them eternal life…
  • Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn: Based on the famous World of Darkness™ universe, this top-down metroidvania promises players the ability to switch between 3 forms (human, wolf, and werewolf) to lead the fight against the mega-corporation Pentex. The game is being developed by Crea-ture, a Montreal-based studio of the NACON group, and will be released in 2027.

A Prestigious Collaboration

Revosim, NACON’s premium steering wheel brand, has announced a major collaboration with the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One™ Team for the creation of a wheel bearing the brand’s image. It is available today on nacongaming.com.

NACON also took advantage of the event to present new footage of numerous games and accessories planned for 2026:

  • Revo Range: NACON is innovating and announcing the arrival of a range of controllers including 3 models, under official Xbox license or PC compatible. Named Revo, Revo Pro, and Revo Max, each offers the best technologies for gamers, ranging from Hall Effect and programmable buttons to a joystick tension adjustment system. The Revo Max will be available at the start of the 2026 school year, with the other models to follow at a later date.
  • The Mound: Omen Of Cthulhu: ACE Team presented a commented gameplay video of their new cooperative game that immerses players in a cursed jungle during the time of the conquistadors. In this Lovecraft-inspired universe, surviving madness and creatures of unspeakable horror will require coordination and communication, starting July 15, 2026.
  • Edge of Memories: Midgar Studio takes players into a world of spectacular beauty but transformed by the Corrosion. The story of Eline, a nomadic healer, is told in a new trailer. Edge of Memories will be released in 2026.
  • GreedFall: The Dying World: Two months after the game’s release, players have the opportunity to continue their adventure on the continent of Gacane with the arrival of the long-awaited additional quest on Péren. It is included in the Black Mass DLC pack and available for free to owners of the Deluxe edition.
  • Hell is Us: After a notable release in 2025, NACON and Rogue Factor invite players to join Hadéa on Nintendo Switch™ 2 starting September 24, 2026. Caught between civil war and a supernatural calamity, no marker guides the player and no map betrays the world’s secrets. Armed with their sword and guided by curiosity, they must uncover the mysteries of their past.
  • Ravenswatch: Three years after its early access debut and with over 1.5 million players, Passtech Games studio continues to treat roguelike fans with a new free update titled Songs of Thieves, available on May 27. On the agenda: new enemies and activities, innovative ways to strengthen your heroes, and a release on Nintendo Switch™ 2 in the fall.
  • Endurance Motorsport Series: Speed enthusiasts were able to discover a new circuit located in Brazil. Named Galeao, this exclusive track for Endurance Motorsport Series was designed by the KT Racing teams, promising intense and memorable races starting in the summer of 2026.
  • Tour de France 2026: The cycling simulation is back this year, still powered by Unreal Engine 5 for more realism. In addition to updated teams and routes, this edition brings climate changes that impact race management, to be discovered on PC and consoles starting June 4, 2026.
  • Hunting Simulator 3: NACON Studio Ghent unveils new images of the game and offers a more detailed glimpse of its content: open-world hunting in the vast lands of Colorado and Texas with a canine companion and an arsenal of officially licensed weapons and accessories make Hunting Simulator 3 the most complete new hunting experience, available this fall on PC and consoles.

About NACON

A company within the BIGBEN group, NACON was created in 2019 to optimize its expertise and leverage synergies in the video game market. Comprising 16 development studios, AA game publishing, and the design and distribution of premium gaming peripherals, NACON brings 40 years of experience to benefit the world’s gaming community. This unified center of excellence strengthens NACON’s position in the market and creates unique opportunities for innovation and competitive advantages. www.corporate.nacongaming.com

NETMARBLE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2026 FINANCIAL RESULTS

LOS ANGELES – MAY 7, 2026 – Netmarble Corp., a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026. The company reported $444.97 million in revenue and $57.29 million in EBITDA, globally. The operating profit and the net profit were reported at $36.22 million and $144.02 million, respectively. 

“While the timing of major new releases late in the first quarter resulted in a limited revenue contribution, Netmarble’s business fundamentals remained firm, delivering year-over-year growth in both revenue and operating profit,” said Byung-gyu Kim, CEO of Netmarble. “Driven by a diversified portfolio with 79% of total revenue generated in global markets, we expect accelerated top-line growth and margin expansion starting in the second quarter as the performance of new titles is fully reflected.” He added, “With a robust pipeline of anticipated titles across diverse genres and global IPs, we will focus on delivering competitive games and securing sustainable growth worldwide.”

Upcoming releases for the second quarter of 2026 include the expansion of Game of Thrones: Kingsroad in Asia, following its initial Western launch in May last year, as well as the upcoming launch of SOL: enchant in Korea. Netmarble is also preparing to release additional titles in the second half of the year, including Solo Leveling: KARMA, Shangri-La Frontier: The Seven Colossi, PROJECT OCTOPUS, EVILBANE and PROJECT AEGIS.

Netmarble’s Q1 2026 financial results include: 

  • By region, North America led revenues (41%), followed by Korea (21%), Europe (13%), Southeast Asia (12%), Japan (7%), and other regions (6%). 
  • Netmarble’s portfolio remained well diversified across genres in the fourth quarter, with Casual Games accounting for 40%, RPG titles 37%, MMORPGs 16%, and other genres 7% of total revenue.
  • Top performing titles for Q1 2026 included:  Jackpot World (8%), Lotsa Slots(8%), MARVEL Contest of Champions (8%), Cash Frenzy (8%), Seven Knights Re:BIRTH (7%), VAMPIR (6%), The Seven Deadly Sins: GRAND CROSS(5%), Solo Leveling:ARISE(4%), RF ONLINE NEXT(4%), The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin (3%), StoneAge: Idle Adventure(3%) and Raven2 (3%).
  • EBITDA saw a slight year-over-year increase driven by new title launches such as StoneAge Idle Adventure and The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, but declined quarter-over-quarter as these titles were released toward the end of the quarter, limiting their revenue contribution within the period.
  • Net profit significantly increased year-over-year, primarily due to gains from asset disposals reflected during the quarter.

A breakdown of the total financial earnings is below:

 1/1/26 – 3/31/26 actualsYoY ChangesQoQ Changes
Total Sales$444.97 million4.5%-18.3%
EBITDA$57.29 million2.8%-43.7%
Operating Profit$36.22 million6.8%-52.1%
Net Profit$144.02 million

For details on Netmarble’s quarterly performance and to listen to the earnings call, please visit the company’s Investor Relations page.

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 shareholder of HYBE and NCSOFT, Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling:ARISE, Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, Raven2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

SOLO LEVELING: ARISE EXPANDS WITH NEW HUNTER “ANTOINE MARTINEZ” AND MAJOR SYSTEM UPDATES

LOS ANGELES MAY 7, 2026 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, has released a new update for its action game Solo Leveling: ARISE, bringing a new hunter and a range of gameplay enhancements.

This update welcomes Antoine Martinez, a Light Elemental Stacker, to the roster of playable hunters. He specializes in axe-based combat, highlighted by his Ultimate Skill “The Angel’s Stay,” which empowers his weapon before he strikes the ground to unleash outward shockwaves. Additionally, excluding basic attacks, the final hit of his skills triggers the Wisdom effect and restores HP for allies, making him highly effective in both offensive and defensive roles.

Alongside the new hunter, the update delivers a broad set of content expansions and system upgrades aimed at improving the overall gameplay experience.

The main story has been refined to remove repetition in stages throughout chapters 3 to 20. Special Stages have also been added to select chapters in Normal difficulty, where players face unique boss encounters under restricted combat conditions.

Story content continues to expand with the addition of chapters 32 through 34 in both Normal and Reverse modes. In addition, a new Job Change for Sung Jinwoo, “Monarch of Shadows: Exterminator,” further enhances his combat potential and increases his maximum level cap from 140 to 150.

Several system enhancements have been applied as well. The entry currency for the Gates, Unstable Dungeon, Battlefield of Chaos, and the Hunter Archive game modes have been unified to a single Dungeon Entry Key for improved convenience. Plus, a new dungeon called the “Mind Rift” is also now available.

New gameplay systems have been introduced, including Monarch Milestones and the Successor system. The Successor system enables players to receive combat support from Successors who have inherited the powers of the Monarchs. As part of this update, players can encounter the first of these characters, the Successor of the White Flames Myro.

Solo Leveling: ARISE is an action game adaptation of the hit webtoon, Solo Leveling. Taking on the role of Jinwoo, players can experience his journey through the beloved webtoon tale firsthand, leveling up, taking on dynamic battles, and creating their own combat styles by selecting various combinations of skills and weapons. Not only can players team up with hunters from the webtoon, they can summon their own “Army of Shadows” with the iconic phrase: “Arise.”

Please visit the official website, and official YouTube channel to stay up-to-date with the latest information about Solo Leveling: ARISE.

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 Re:BIRTH, RAVEN2, MARVEL Future Fight, and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 CREEPS ONTO NINTENDO SWITCH TODAY!

Skitter into battle against pesky critters and blow them to kingdom come to save the multiverse in the ultimate co-op spider-exterminatin’ experience!

SEATTLEMay 7, 2026 – tinyBuild and solo developer Casey Donnellan are happy to announce that KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2, the co-op game where you can team up with friends to squash extra-dimensional spiders, is out now on Nintendo Switch today for $9.74 after a 35% launch discount available until May 26! Travel across the multiverse loaded up with all the firepower you can carry to cleanse these abominable arachnids wherever they may hide.

In KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2, you’ll embark on a crusade against an unrelenting spider horde infesting the multiverse. Blast through the campaign, journeying between seven unique worlds, from the Wild West to cyberspace and even Spider Hell itself, to clean up these creepy, eight-legged evildoers alone or with up to three friends.

Wield an arsenal of 45 wild weapons, from common household items like newspapers and frying pans to more sophisticated weaponry like dual pistols, a laser sword, a rocket launcher, or the extremely large and aptly named BFG.

KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 also features a chaotic, eight-player PvP mode called Spider Hunt where you and your friends can play as both spiders and humans in a fight for survival!

KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2 is available today on Nintendo Switch, as well as PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. For more KILL IT WITH FIRE! 2, visit the game’s website, and follow along with the latest updates on X and Discord.

About Casey Donnellan Games

Casey Donnellan is an independent game developer and a former AAA developer. After graduating from SMU Guildhall in 2012, he spent several years as an engineer at Certain Affinity before helping to found Rooster Teeth Games. Shipped titles include DOOM (2016), RWBY: Grimm Eclipse, Vicious Circle, and Age of Booty: Tactics. Casey lives with his wife, daughter, dog, and cat in Knoxville, Tennessee. He does not like spiders.

About tinyBuild

tinyBuild started as an indie game developer and morphed into a developer-publisher you can’t miss. The company’s dedication to creating long-term partnerships and elevating recognizable franchises has resulted in many successful collaborations with talented developers from all over the world. The company has released dozens of games, including the Hello Neighbor series, Graveyard Keeper, SpeedRunners, DUCKSIDE, The King is Watching and more. Although headquartered in the Seattle area, USA, the company has established a strong global presence with studios across the US, Netherlands, and Eastern Europe. https://www.tinybuild.com.

Step Into the World of Spymaster Today on Meta Quest and SteamVR 

InnerspaceVR returns! 

Paris, France, 7th May 2026 – When the world is in danger, only you and the elite operatives at NODE can save the day. Spymaster, the latest immersive adventure from InnerspaceVR, is available now as an Early Access title for Meta Quest and SteamVR. 

Focused on action and infiltration, in Spymaster, you step into the shoes of elite operatives TIC, Mulligan and OSCR to pull off daring missions in a bid to stop the secretive Protocore, a company intent on turning the world into one giant surveillance state. 

As the newest member of NODE, the last independent spy agency, it’s your job to operate the agency’s most powerful tool, the C.A.S.S.E.T.T.E. This device simulates possible outcomes of each mission, allowing you to control individual team members and their actions, synchronising them as one unstoppable force. Should anything go awry, you can rewind time and adjust each action for speed and lethality.  

Housed inside a secret command centre hidden inside a trawler boat, NODE’s operations will take you all over the world, utilising each agent’s unique gadgets whilst enjoying quirky, humorous dialogue. Missions range from action sequences across the rooftops of Venice to sneaky infiltration in the Arctic wastes. 

“While the VR market is navigating a transitional period, I’m convinced there is still a dedicated audience for high-quality, premium solo experiences built around unique VR mechanics and compelling narration,” says Jeremy Moirano, Spymaster Game Director. We’ve evolved alongside our players, choosing the self-publishing and Early Access route for the first time. Our goal is to build a community on our social channels that will help us refine the game, ensuring the final experience is the best it can be.” 

Spymaster Key Features:

  • Solo Co-op – Single-player but cooperating within your own team
  • Story Laden Espionage – Discover Protocore’s plans and how to stop them
  • Time to Rewind – Rewind and fast forward mission moments using your unique watch
  • Parkour Action – Run, climb, slide, zipline and shoot your way across levels
  • Mission Extras: Each mission has its own side objectives as well as additional challenges to complete

Spymaster is available now in Early Access for Meta Quest and SteamVR on 7th May 2026, priced at $11.99.

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About Spymaster:

In a world where privacy and trust are a luxury most can’t afford, the agents of NODE are possibly the last line of defence against an A.I. overseer, the ultimate Spymaster.

Taking inspiration from classic spy and heist movies like Mission: Impossible and Ocean’s Eleven, Spymaster mixes cutting-edge espionage tech with tongue-in-cheek humour. The world is now under the ever-watchful eye of PROTUS, CEO of the powerful Protocore agency. With independent and state intelligence agencies now disbanded due to Protocore’s worldwide surveillance system, you are an elite agent at the last independent freelance spy agency.

About InnerspaceVR:

A cutting-edge VR studio behind seminal titles like A Fisherman’s Tale, Maskmaker and One True Path, InnerspaceVR brings the fantastical to life. Crafting worlds and exploring game mechanics with innovative VR designs, the studio is at the forefront of modern VR design as it continues to push the medium into the future.