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Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – Gameplay

We take on the role of an Earth Dancer with amensia who soon finds that they can purify the dying land of the spring town we crash landed in, reviving the forgotten Spring God and much more. Watch as we form bonds with villagers, fight enemies, grow crops, and much more in Marvelous’ completely re-imagined Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma.

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma – Gameplay

Embark on a captivating journey in Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, the latest installment in the beloved action-RPG and life-simulation series by Marvelous Inc. Set in the newly introduced eastern land of Azuma, players will assume the role of an Earth Dancer, harnessing the power of dance and sacred treasures to combat the spreading Blight and restore harmony to a fractured world.

Delve into the game’s rich mechanics, including the revitalization of season-themed villages—Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. Utilize the intuitive Village Builder Mode to customize and enhance your surroundings, boosting village stats like Farming, Logging, and Trading. Assign tasks to villagers, manage resources, and cultivate relationships through the game’s inclusive romance system, allowing for bonds with any character regardless of gender.

Combat is dynamic and strategic, featuring a variety of weapons such as katanas, bows, and the unique Sacred Treasures that serve dual purposes in battle and farming. Master the art of timing to exploit enemy weaknesses and unleash powerful attacks.

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma is set to release on May 30th, 2025, and will be available on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Steam.

Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma
Developer: Marvelous Inc.
Publisher: XSEED Games, Marvelous USA, Inc., Marvelous Europe
Platform: Windows, Nintendo Switch
Release Date: 30th May, 2025
Price: $59.99 USD

Available here – https://marvelousgames.com/games/rune-factory-guardians-of-azuma/

Summary:

Recommended – “Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma takes bold gameplay risks with mostly positive results. Despite AI quirks and weaker combat, its engaging story and lovable cast make it a worthy time sink.”

Check out our review for Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma here!

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Maximum Entertainment and DON’T NOD Announce

Physical Release Date and Pre-Order Bonuses for Lost Records: Bloom & Rage

SYDNEY (June 4, 2025) – Maximum Entertainment and DON’T NOD are thrilled to announce that the critically acclaimed narrative adventure Lost Records: Bloom & Rage is launching physically for PlayStation®5 on August 8, 2025. The boxed edition will be available across North America, Europe, and Australia, giving fans the opportunity to own a piece of this unforgettable story-driven experience.

To celebrate the physical release, players who purchase at retail will receive a selection of exclusive collector’s items, including:

  • Three double-sided art cards featuring key characters and scenes from the game
  • A reversible coversheet showcasing alternate artwork

Pre-orders are available now at major gaming retailers in North America, Europe, and Australia. Don’t miss your chance to secure these exclusive collectibles and dive into a narrative-rich world crafted by the acclaimed team behind Life is Strange.

Set in the 1990s, Lost Records: Bloom & Rage follows four high school friends who reunite after 27 years to confront a mysterious event that will change their lives forever. With its emotional storytelling, deep character development, and visually stunning environments, the game has already captivated digital audiences and is now ready to expand its reach with this highly anticipated physical edition.

For more information about Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, please visit https://dont-nod.com/en/games/lost-records-bloom-and-rage/

About DON’T NOD

DON’T NOD is an independent French publisher and developer with studios in Paris and Montréal creating original narrative games in the adventure (Life is StrangeTM, Tell Me WhyTM, Twin MirrorTM), RPG (VampyrTM, Banishers: Ghosts of New EdenTM), and action (Remember MeTM) genres. The studio is internationally renowned for unique narrative experiences with engaging stories and characters and has worked with industry leading publishers: Square Enix, Microsoft, Bandai Namco Entertainment, Focus Entertainment and Capcom. DON’T NOD creates and publishes its own IPs developed in-house such as Harmony: The Fall of Reverie TM, Jusant TM and Lost Records: Bloom & Rage TM, as well as using its knowledge and experience to collaborate with third-party developers whose editorial visions parallel the company’s own. Step into the studio’s immersive and innovative universe at dont-nod.com.

About Maximum Entertainment

Maximum Entertainment is a global entertainment company dedicated to crafting indie to AA video game experiences through original content and licensed partnerships. A fully integrated group with a broad portfolio of content, the company emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity in its partnerships to produce the highest level of interactive entertainment. With more than 300 titles in its catalogue, Maximum Entertainment has joined forces with talented creators and renowned franchises around the globe to deliver magic to the gamer in everyone. Maximum Entertainment employs experienced professionals across the entire value chain of video games including development, publishing, transmedia, sales, and operations. Visit Maximum Entertainment at www.maximument.com.

Microids Announces Garfield Kart 2 – All You Can Drift

Behold the glorious return of the most legendary orange cat!

Sydney, Australia, June 4th, 2025 – Garfield is back and ready to hit the starting line!

The beloved kart racing game, Garfield Kart, returns for another lap on September 10, 2025 with Garfield Kart 2 – All You Can Drift, developed by Eden Games, on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.

Get ready to rev your engines and challenge your friends in high-speed, chaotic races, using traps and power-ups to gain the upper hand and cross the finish line first!

About Garfield Kart 2 – All You Can Drift

Ready to race against a real heavyweight? Garfield, Odie, Nermal, and the whole crew are at the starting line, raring to go! Play as one of the eight cult characters from the Garfield universe, fill up your karts, customise your look, and race away at breakneck speeds.

Take a wild ride through an unhinged universe, where there’s a surprise waiting around every turn. Pirate, western, or detective: Garfield speeds through brightly colored worlds to prove that, even in his dreams, he’s the king! Use shortcuts or bonus items to change the course of races and create unforgettable moments with friends through local and online multiplayer modes.

Features

  • Mysteries, treasures, and rodeos! Pit yourself against your friends on wacky circuits from three unique universes! Find your way through mysterious detective scenes, brave the pirate seas, or kick up dust along old cowboy trails.
  • Garfield and friends are back! Play as Garfield, Odie, Jon, and many more iconic characters from the franchise! Each driver has their own personality, making each race a unique and immersive experience.
  • Lasagna-esque races with friends! Play against up to eight players online worldwide, or enjoy multiplayer mode for up to four players with split-screen mode! Perfect for frenzied competitions between friends or on family game nights.
  • Create your perfect kart! Pimp your ride and create a kart that is perfectly aligned with your driving style! Choose your own bumpers, wheels, and spoilers, as well as style and color for a unique touch. Strut your stuff on the track and show them who really is the king of the circuit!

Garfield Kart 2 – All You Can Drift will launch on September 10, 2025 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC.

About Microids

Founded in 1985, Microids is a French video game publisher that has established itself as a key player in the global gaming industry. Its editorial strategy is built around two main pillars: adventure games and titles aimed at core gamers. By partnering with renowned studios and creators, Microids delivers immersive experiences based on popular licenses, allowing players to embark on unique adventures alongside iconic characters.

About Eden Games

EDEN GAMES has been specialised in the design and production of racing games for 25 years. As the creator of the V-Rally, Test Drive Unlimited and Gear.Club franchises, the team is now developing several new games for Mobile and Next-Gen Consoles. With the support of world-class publishers such as Apple, Electronic Arts and Microids, Eden is currently creating new types of games to include car-games for core gamers and arcade players.

About Garfield

Created by cartoonist Jim Davis, Garfield is the most widely syndicated comic strip in the world. With his signature “cattitude,” Garfield is 100% that cat, and he doesn’t care who knows it. He’s selfish, sarcastic, lazy… and surprisingly endearing. Since its launch in 1978, the famous cat has spawned movies, TV shows, stage shows and merchandise, and has received four Emmy Awards for Outstanding Animated Program. Garfield content appears in 80 countries and has amassed over $3B in lifetime retail sales. In 2019, Paramount Global acquired ownership of Paws, Inc., which holds rights to the Garfield franchise. 

About Paramount Consumer Products

Paramount Consumer Products oversees all licensing and merchandising for Paramount (Nasdaq: PARA, PARAA), a leading global media and entertainment company that creates premium content and experiences for audiences worldwide. Driven by a diverse slate of consumer brands, Paramount Consumer Products’ portfolio is based on content from platforms including Paramount+, CBS (including CBS Television Studios and CBS Television Distribution), cable networks (including MTV, Nickelodeon and Showtime), and Paramount Pictures. Additionally, the division operates Paramount Game Studios. With properties spanning animation, live-action, preschool, youth and adult, Paramount Consumer Products is committed to creating the highest quality product for some of the world’s most beloved, iconic franchises. To view our range of consumer products and Paramount branded apparel, visit ParamountShop.com

©2025 by Paws, Inc. All Rights Reserved. “GARFIELD” and the GARFIELD characters are trademarks of Paws, Inc. Nickelodeon is a trademark of Viacom International Inc.

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WUTHERING WAVES CELEBRATES ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY IN LOS ANGELES WITH FAN GATHERING EVENT

Kuro Games celebrated the one-year anniversary of its free-to-play, open-world action RPG Wuthering Waves at the end of last month with anniversary fan gatherings in Japan, South Korea, Mainland China, Taiwan and North America. The North America event was held in Los Angeles at The Majestic where 250 Rovers gathered to celebrate one year of Wuthering Waves.

The Majestic event featured players celebrating birthday memories for Rovers and Resonators, with a special portion of the evening dedicated to players who attended in cosplay. Those who dressed up participated in a showcase, where they were able to take the stage and show off their Wuthering Waves inspired creations. Cosplay participants included Male and Female Rover, Jinhsi, Changli, Xiangli Yao, Shorekeeper, Camellya, Carlotta, Roccia, Brant, Phoebe, Cantarella, Zani, Ciaccona, Cartethyia, and Fleurdelys. After the cosplay showcase fans were then taken on a musical journey featuring a live performance from the character, version EP and in-game OST, revisiting the music and scenes of memorable Resonator moments, and game events.

Music was performed from Waking of a World, the 1.3 Shorekeeper EP, An Unfinished Song, the 1.3 Resonator Showcase | The Shorekeeper – The Beginning of Our Story BGM, 2.0 EP – Grand Feast Daydream, Dancing Through Fantasies, 2.0 Roccia EP – One, 2.1 Phoebe EP – Daisy Crown, 2.1 Brant EP – “The King of Wayward Souls (self proclaimed) (But Destined), 2.2 Cantarella EP – “Elusive Seas”, 2.3 Zani EP – “Off Work?”, and Wuthering Waves 1st Anniversary Commemorative EP | Everflow. Once the musical portion of the evening was over players were invited to feast on a wonderful buffet, and fans then got to enjoy the Live Challenge part of the event. With a Tactical Hologram Challenge, and a Speedrun Challenge. The event concluded with a picture-worthy moment in front of the one-year anniversary cake.

Wuthering Waves recently announced version 2.4 is coming soon, proving continued dedication to game development after one year. Players can learn what is to come in 2.4 by watching a livestream video that aired last Friday.

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

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

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

Introducing BAKUDO, the Hyperball Boss Battling sport of the future!

Enroll at an elite BAKUDO Academy to uncover its hidden secrets!

TOKYO, JAPAN – June 3rd, 2025 – Tokyo-based publisher Shueisha Games, alongside Taiwan game developer SAYIL GAMES, is proud to reveal their upcoming sci-fi boss rush combat sports game BAKUDO. Unveiled today at The MIX Summer Game Showcase 2025, BAKUDO just launched its Steam page, where you can wishlist it now.

Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2275860/

BAKUDO is a boss‑rush sci‑fi action game fusing high‑octane ball‑sports mechanics with exhilarating real-time combat. Players assume the role of Yuria, a new recruit at academy, a school founded to train students in the art of popular ball-combat BAKUDO. Searching for her missing father, Yuria will forge deep bonds with her fellow students as they uncover the secrets of this mysterious institution. 

Face off against the academy’s reigning elites: the Eight Stars. Engage in fierce battles against formidable bosses with a unique, fast-paced combat system centered around dynamic ball-throwing techniques. Observe your opponents, learn their movements, and exploit their weaknesses to seize victory!

Combining school sci-fi, ball-combat, action, boss rush, and stylish visuals, BAKUDO promises to deliver intense, heart-pounding combat!

BAKUDO offers a hyperstylized take on the boss rush genre that mixes furious combat clashes with an anime aesthetic of sports academies into something wholly unique,” said Jonathan Wang, producer at Shueisha Games. “In BAKUDO, it’s not about winning or losing—it’s your unshakable conviction that changes everything.” 

BAKUDO will offer support for multiple languages including English, French, Spanish, German, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, and Korean.

About SAYIL GAMES

SAYIL GAMES was founded in late 2022 by five university friends who came together as an independent game team driven by a shared passion for creating memorable gaming experiences. As both developers and players, we are committed to conveying the emotion and impact of games through our own creative efforts. Our debut title, BAKUDO, is currently in full-scale development.

About Shueisha Games

Shueisha Games, founded in February 2022 and headquartered in Tokyo, is an enthusiastic and experienced team responsible for the planning, development, and sales of many titles for consoles, PCs, and smartphones.

Every ‘Hero’ Needs a Villain! Meet the ‘Bad Guy’ Looking to End the Carnage in Blood-Drenched Retro Shooter Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation

He might stand for justice… but to Captain Wayne, he’s just another target. Watch the all new Mix Summer Game Showcase cinematic trailer now!

Macclesfield, UK – 3rd June, 2025 . Batten down the hatches and brace for impact, me hearties! The tide’s turned in Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation! Straight outta the Mix Indie Summer Showcase, Silver Lining Interactive and Ciaran Games LLC have unleashed a new cinematic trailer that drips with retro grit and unhinged fury.

This isn’t your grandma’s hero story. No, this blood-slicked cinematic action trailer casts a spotlight on Detective Stanley ‘Steel’ Press, a so-called do-gooder with a badge and a grudge. In any other tale, he’d be the knight in shining armour. But in Wayne’s warped world of rage and retribution, Stanley ‘Steel’ Press is just another obstacle begging to be blasted to bits.

With an art style dredged up from the golden days of Cartoon Network’s edgier offerings, Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation blends hand-drawn chaos with old-school shooter vibes and a thirst for carnage. It’s loud. It’s mean. And it’s got no room for your moral compass.

So, if your idea of R&R is a bloodbath on the high seas, chart your course to the Steam page, dive into the no-holds-barred, action-packed demo, and slap Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation on your Wishlist. This vacation’s gonna be a killer…

Watch the new blood-thirsty, revenge-fueled Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation cinematic action trailer below.

A Tide-Turning Crusade Across the Seven-and-a-Half Seas!

In this fast-action, blood-drenched FPS, you play as the infamous Captain Wayne, a cigar-chomping, revenge-fueled menace with a shotgun replacing his severed arm, countless explosives, a bad attitude and a knack for creative carnage. Stranded on Orca Isle after a brutal ambush, Wayne sets out to reclaim his stolen ship and unleash hell on the mercenary gang that wronged him – the ruthless “Killer Whales.”

Clad in hot pink, fueled by rage and rum, and wielding an arsenal fit for a sea-demon, Captain Wayne doesn’t just kill; he annihilates. Whether he’s blasting enemies into mist with his double-barreled palm, shredding them with his chain-gun fingers, or reducing them to chum with his explosive Boom Brew, every encounter is a symphony of destruction.

Oh, and let’s not forget the legend behind that shotgun arm. After a deadly clash with the fabled “Vampire Whale” cost him a limb, Wayne bolted “The Captain’s Ol’ Reliable” straight onto his stump and never looked back. Now, he’s got one goal: to make the Killer Whales regret the day they crossed him.

A treasure chest of features: 

  • A brutal, stylized cartoon gore-fest, because who said bloodshed can’t be beautiful?
  • A relentlessly chaotic soundtrack, louder than a cannon blast!
  • 8 massive, enemy-packed areas across the treacherous Orca Isle.
  • Hand-drawn, fully-voiced cinematics that bring Wayne’s unhinged antics to life.
  • An arsenal of over-the-top weapons designed for maximum, messy destruction.
  • Combat so fierce, the ocean itself might just split in half.

So, what the hell are you waiting for? Those Killer Whale scumbags aren’t gonna explode into a fine red mist on their own. Get ready to blast, burn, and butcher your way to vengeance when Captain Wayne – Vacation Desperation docks later this year! 

Captain Wayne is just getting started, so stay tuned for more explosive, blood-soaked updates as we get closer to launch! Wishlist now, and don’t forget to get your hands dirty and download the blood-soaked demo on Steam

About Silver Lining Interactive 

Silver Lining Interactive is a brand new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.

About Ciaran Games LLC

In order to look to the future, we must look to the past. With gaming’s past, the key to innovation is iteration! This ideology is the basis of philosophy at Ciaran Games. These guys aspire to scratch a retro itch while giving you an experience you can ONLY find TODAY through the power of modern game design and a unique brand of ingenuity. Some would call their oddball brand of style a tad off-kilter… they prefer the term “rebellious”. Founded in the West Coast USA with nothing but a hope, a dream, an idea for a game, a motley crew of artists, and a repertoire of industry knowledge  (ok, so maybe not nothing), the team at Ciaran makes it look easy. As much as they assure you otherwise, one thing remains a constant: With Wayne under their belt, you’re in good hands. As long as you don’t mind one of those hands being a shotgun…

ODD OBJECT ANNOUNCES SCRUBBIN’ TRUBBLE AT THE MIX SUMMER GAME SHOWCASE

Get down and dirty battling grime in this party-based tactical roguelike featuring four-player co-op, coming to Steam later this year!

OAKLAND, Calif. June 3, 2025 – Odd Object, a new team of veteran indie game devs whose credits include UFO 50, Catacomb Kids and Cadence of Hyrule, is excited to announce the studio’s debut title, Scrubbin’ Trubble, a new roguelike clean-‘em-up coming to Steam later this year. Crush grime-ridden enemies on your own or in co-op for up to four players in this turn-based game inspired by the look and feel of ARPGs and hack-and-slash brawlers, where the cleaning and fighting seem to never end! Check out the announcement trailer which premiered today at The MIX Summer Game Showcase.

You can’t clean without getting down and dirty in Scrubbin’ Trubble! Choose from a variety of RPG-inspired classes, each with a unique way to tackle the grime, including Bubbaladin, an absorbent close-range attacker; Bleacher, a long-range stain-cleaning sniper; Washbuckler, who damages and pushes back enemies with a splash, and more! You’ll also find a variety of useful equipment and single-use items that can help turn the tide of combat.

Scrub your way through each randomized floor of The House, cleaning up filth-fueled baddies lurking in the muck. As you descend through the floors, you’ll earn high scores and upgrade your characters based on how well you perform. Reach the end of your run to take on one of the Four Filths of the Apocalypse, but beware: if your whole party gets wiped out, it’s game over, and you’ll have to start all over from the beginning!

Key Features

  • Play solo or in local and online co-op for up to four players
  • Choose from six different classes with unique skills and strengths to support the team
  • Upgrade your attacks and characters to add new effects and powers
  • Take on pun-riddled Nasties like Mildude, Asbeastos, Refusphynx, and more
  • Wield equipment and items like the “Wiper Rifle” and “Splash Bang” to clean up your foes
  • Accessible learning curve and quick-session design lets you jump in and have fun whether you have a little time – or a lot!

Scrubbin’ Trubble is available to wishlist on Steam now! To keep up with the latest news and developments from the game, follow the team on Bluesky and sign up for the mailing list for a chance to take part in betas.

About Odd Object

Odd Object is a new independent game studio based in California and founded by Stevie Hryciw (The Indie Game Legend 3D, Catacomb Kids) and veteran animator and roguelike developer Tyriq Plummer (Cadence of Hyrule, Catacomb Kids, UFO 50). They work with a variety of creators to craft fresh, fun, and colorful games designed to be easy to pick up but hard to put down, combining depth with approachability.

Fast-Paced FPS Platformer, JETRUNNER, Announced for Steam, Demo Available NOW

Swansea (03/06/25) – As part of the Best Indie Games Showcase, JETRUNNER is back with a bang! An all new Official Announcement Trailer showcases the high-octane thrills JETRUNNER has to offer as you run, jump, slide, and shoot your way to becoming a jetrunning legend.

JETRUNNER boasts a star-studded cast including Matthew Mercer as the game’s commentator, Mick Acaster, and Alejandro Saab as protagonist Nina’s lifelong childhood friend, Jacques.

JETRUNNER will also be taking part in Steam Next Fest between June 9th-16th where players can take on an all-new demo build* of the game with 5 challenging tracks to get their best time on.

*An exclusive version of the demo will be made available to Press and Influencers upon request.

We’ve got lots more to showcase in the coming weeks so keep your eyes peeled for more JETRUNNER content!

About Riddlebit: Based in Trondheim Norway, Riddlebit Software was founded in 2017 by a group of university friends with a passion for games, big ideas and a desire to make their own mark on the genres they love. The team is currently hard at work on JETRUNNER, due to launch later in 2025.

Football Heroes League Expands to Consoles, PC 1.0 Sept. 16, 2025

Free-to-play, hero-driven arcade soccer coming to Nintendo Switch, Xbox, PlayStation platforms

SEATTLE – 4 June, 2025 – Football Heroes League, the free-to-play tactical soccer game with heroes, skills, and over-the-top multiplayer action from Run Games, earns a promotion to PlayStation 4|5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, when it launches into 1.0 on Sept. 16, 2025 alongside the currently available PC version on Steam and the Epic Games Store, as revealed at The MIX’s June showcase.

In the near future, soccer’s popularity has made it the world’s dominant form of competition, attracting the talents of superhuman athletes with technology-enhanced abilities that reshape the game. Robotic drones, the power to harness the elements, and even DNA modification are all on the table – anything to gain that sweet, competitive edge!

Join 2v2, 3v3, and 5v5 multiplayer matches in either casual or ranked matches, selecting a hero from a roster of superhuman football champs. Deploy Bun-E’s robotic rabbits to block an attacker’s shot on goal. Cross the field with Frostine’s ice slide to rocket down the pitch high above defenders’ heads, or pass it to Kenzo for a fiery bicycle kick. 

Combine those extreme hero powers with real-world soccer tactics to set up epic plays and get the crowd going wild. Mix in an easy-to-learn control scheme to tackle, tap, pass, and aim jaw-dropping scoring kicks, all in the midst of the zaniest soccer action ever seen on Earth. Start playing for free with rotating heroes, purchase the Founder’s Pack to unlock all current and future heroes, and earn coins for skins, emotes, and other cosmetics – no pay-to-win here.

“A lot of us at Run Games are life-long soccer players, and Football Heroes League reflects our love of the game,” said Michael Marzola, Run Games President. “We wanted to take what we love about soccer – the tactics and excitement and spectacle of it – and combine it with our love of arcade sports games and hero shooters. Soccer is for everybody, and we think this is a perfect way for old-school fans and newcomers alike to enjoy it together.”

Football Heroes League will launch as a free-to-play title on Sept. 16, 2025 on PlayStation 4|5, Xbox One and Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch, joining the currently available PC version via Steam and the Epic Games Store. It will support English, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Portuguese (Brazil and Portugal), French, German, Japanese, Italian, Spanish, Polish, and Korean language text.

For more information about Football Heroes League, follow Run Games on X (formerly Twitter) and check out the official Discord.

About Run Games

A Seattle-based studio founded in 2011 by veterans of Treyarch, Electronic Arts, Pandemic Games, with credits including the Tony Hawk series, Star Wars Battlefront II, and The Saboteur. Run Games both works with other studios to help bring their visions to life, supporting publishers like E-Line and Playstack, but also creates its own independent titles, particularly in the underserved arcade sports genre. The team aims to make games that feel great to play and bring people together, while fostering a healthy development culture where open communication, playtesting, and feedback create fun, sustainable titles.

Tactical RPG “Never’s End” Revealed: Unearth Elemental Synergies to Shape and Save Society

Turn-based tactics merge with highly reactive player-driven systems in a dynamic world 

SALEM, MA – June 3, 2025 – Never’s End, the tactical RPG with systems-driven combat and element-manipulating magic from Hypersect, conjures highly interactive battlefields that reward ingenuity and creative problem solving on PC via Steam and PlayStation consoles soon.

Transcend death as a reincarnated, immortal warrior forged from living metal, able to harness the elements and bend them to your will. Be reborn into a world on the brink of extinction and defend the last surviving human settlement from an apocalyptic force known as the Never. Manipulate fire, water, wind, and earth to permanently alter the environment during challenging turn-based combat, leaving your mark on an ever-evolving world. Clash with undead wights, monstrous bats, demon squid goats, and a host of other soulless constructs brought to life by the Never’s corrupting influence.

Control a band of possessed warriors in an open world, driving back the Never as you help mankind reclaim the ruins of their fallen empire. Upgrade towns, temples, and other locations to build businesses, establish trade routes, and recruit new companions to your cause. Customize your team to explore different equipment, battle formations, and tactical synergies to lay waste to enemies, returning from each journey into the Never with valuable new loot to support a budding economy.

Restore ancient temples to unlock new elemental magic – each a versatile tool that persists through death. Drain rivers dry or flood the battlefield. Create rain and fog to hamper your enemies, or mighty winds to hurl them over cliffs. Freeze your foes or set them aflame. Reshape earth to gain the high ground, or melt it into deadly lava. Every battleground is unique, challenging you to find new ways to use magic and shift the odds in your favor. 

Support your newly reclaimed temples with a growing community of weaponsmiths, tavern keepers, tanneries, logging camps, and more. Explore a world in ruins, beautifully rendered in 3D pixel art with character designs by Masayoshi Nishimura (Octopath Traveler, Triangle Strategy) and music courtesy of Doseone (Enter the Gungeon).

“Our collective influences from tactical RPGs like Final Fantasy Tactics and Tactics Ogre came together to spark a grander idea,” said Ryan Juckett, founder of Hypersect. “Never’s End fleshes out turn-based tactics combat with reactive systems empowering players to co-author the story and make it their own, which is a feeling we loved in Divinity: Original Sin 2 and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Together with Nishimura-san, Doseone, and you, we’re excited to finally get to show you all just how memorable this forgotten world can be.”

Never’s End redefines the creative possibilities of tactical RPG combat, launching on PC via Steam and PlayStation consoles in late 2025. To learn more about Never’s End, wishlist the game on Steam, visit the official website, and join the community on Twitter/X, Bluesky, TikTok, Facebook, and Discord.

About Hypersect

Hypersect is an independent video game developer creating original titles in-house. Since 2016’s award-winning INVERSUS, the five developers that form Hypersect continue to carry their artisanal design philosophy forward with them into innovative iterations of other gaming genres like the upcoming tactical RPG Never’s End. They seek to push the envelope in redefining and modernizing typical genre tropes by merging creative gameplay and worldbuilding. For more information on Hypersect, check out the official website.