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Step Into the Forest: April Grove Demo Launches During Steam Next Fest

Uncover the residents and lush landscapes of this cute and cozy axe-wielding adventure

Tuesday 3rd of June, 2025 today Colorgrave is excited to welcome gamers into the enchanting world of April Grove with an exclusive demo for Steam’s Next Fest and to announce the release date of June 23rd, 2025. This is your first opportunity to accept a magical axe from the divine being who acts as a caretaker of April Grove and uncover your destiny as a woodcutter. With your trusty chopper by your side, you can begin uncovering the depths of the forest and the intriguing creatures that call it home.

Originally founded by Joseph Hughes, Colorgrave began as a book-writing venture before shifting to games in 2020. The passion for compelling storytelling was at the heart of creating the tranquil world of April Grove.

Whittle Away the Hours in a Forest Full of Secrets

Once you’ve got your axe in hand, you’re free to chart your own path through the serene wilds of April Grove. The forest is ever-renewing, thanks to the divine being who watches over it, so you’ll never be short on trees — or things to discover. Chop wood, meet quirky townsfolk, and uncover the grove’s quiet oddities as you carve out your role in this magical ecosystem.

With each swing, you’ll earn experience and level up, gradually unlocking new areas and rarer tree types to harvest. Whether you’re racing to upgrade your gear or simply wandering the woods and soaking up the lush pixel art and peaceful soundtrack, April Grove invites you to set your own rhythm. Fast or slow, methodical or meandering — it’s your story to shape, one log at a time.

Your First Glimpse of April Grove

The brand-new demo offers a cozy yet compelling slice of the full adventure. Players will begin in the charming forest town and gain access to the first section of the surrounding woods. Upon reaching level 10, a second forest area becomes available, offering new scenery, resources, and surprises. The demo caps at level 20—just as a mysterious new area reveals itself on the horizon, tantalizingly blocked off to hint at what’s to come in the full release.

  • Wander ancient woods brimming with charm, mystery, and talking critters.
  • Chop, craft, and grow stronger with every swing.
  • Let the tranquil soundtrack pull you into a world where time slows down.
  • Idle-friendly design lets you gather while you game — or work.
  • Find your favorite loadout with magical meals, curious trinkets, and trusty tools.
  • Try your luck petting the locals — feathered, furry, and occasionally fussy.

After your first taste of chilled out forestry, it’s easy to get a taste for the lumberjack life…

Level up your axe skills and uncover the forest’s secrets in the compelling cozy saga.

About Colorgrave

Colorgrave is a small independent game development company, driven by a passion for crafting high-quality adventures. By focusing on the fundamental elements of what makes a game iconic and unforgettable, we create rich and detailed experiences designed to immerse our players fully. It is important to us that we empower players to explore and discover the nuances of our games at their own pace; our worlds breathe and react around you, brimming with life, and the most exciting details are often the most well-hidden secrets.

‘GENESIS PART I’ EXPANSION PACK LAUNCHES TODAY IN ARK: ULTIMATE MOBILE EDITION

10th Anniversary of ARK Franchise Celebration Continues With Mission-Based Expansion for Mobile Survivors – Now With More Than 6.1 Million Downloads

SEATTLE, WA – JUNE 3, 2025 – This week marks 10 years since the original ARK: Survival Evolved opened its doors to Survivors! Today the ARK universe expands once again as ‘Genesis Part I’ arrives on ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition, delivering the massive mission-based expansion to mobile players for the very first time. Since its release, the mobile title has exceeded 6.1 million downloads across iOS and Android platforms. 

Developed by Grove Street Games in collaboration with Studio Wildcard, this content drop brings the same rich world-building, exotic biomes, and survival gameplay as seen on PC and console—now optimized for on-the-go play. ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition is available for all mobile survivors on the App Store® and Google Play Store™.

In Genesis Part I, Survivors awaken inside a mysterious virtual simulation alongside their robotic companion HLN-A. To survive, players must complete a wide variety of story-driven missions that test combat, exploration, and strategy across deadly environments—from eerie bogs and fiery volcanoes to deep oceans and low-gravity lunar terrain. Along the way, they’ll encounter strange new creatures like magma-breathing Magmasaurs, giant sea turtles, and even space whales.

The Ultimate ARK Experience on Mobile
ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition brings the full ARK: Survival Evolved experience to mobile devices, including all major expansion packs such as Scorched EarthAberrationExtinction, and Genesis Parts 1 & 2.

To celebrate ARK’s 10 Year Anniversary all Keys, the in-game currency, packages are on sale for the very first time at 20% off. ARK fans who want the full experience have the option to purchase the ARK Subscription Pass that unlocks all current and future expansions, plus exclusive in-game bonuses including:

  • God Console for single-player commands
  • Access to all Expansion Packs
  • Bonus XP across all game modes
  • Monthly in-game currency drops
  • Exclusive access to premium servers

Players can also purchase each map and feature individually.

In ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition, players are stranded in a harsh prehistoric world where they must hunt, harvest, craft, build, and tame over 150 dinosaurs and creatures. Whether playing solo or online, survivors will battle to endure the elements and uncover the secrets of the ARKs. 

For the latest ARK: Ultimate Mobile Edition updates, join the ARK Survivor’s conversation on Discord, follow us on Twitter or on BlueSky, subscribe to us on YouTube, and visit our website at playark.com.

ABOUT GROVE STREET GAMES

Located in Gainesville, FL, Grove Street Games has been an influential game developer since 2007. They have delighted fans of the world’s greatest games with bold interpretations on new platforms and have delivered fresh and original games to millions of happy players. They have grown to be a leader in the industry because of their commitment to building incredible and accessible gaming experiences. Their games can be found worldwide across all major gaming devices, including consoles, PC, and mobile. www.grovestreetgames.com 
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ABOUT SNAIL GAMES

Snail is a leading, global independent developer and publisher of interactive digital entertainment for consumers around the world, with a premier portfolio of premium games designed for use on a variety of platforms, including consoles, PCs and mobile devices. https://www.snailgamesusa.com/ 

LAND AHOY – IPHONE, IPAD, AND MAC RELEASE OF CAT QUEST III ANNOUNCED

LONDON (June 3, 2025) – Feline fans gather ’round; Cat Quest III, the purr-fect single-player and co-op sea-faring adventure which launched on PC and consoles last year, will be launching on iPhone, iPad and Mac on Aug. 8, 2025.

Starting today, fans can pre-order the game on the App Store and look forward to pirate cat-ventures later this year. The release of Cat Quest III on iPhone, iPad and Mac features all the content of the PC and console versions of the game, plus new features like full touch screen control support and Game Center compatibility. Cat Quest III on Apple Devices also supports universal purchase, meaning fans will only need to purchase the game once and be able to play it across all their compatible Apple devices. Players can also play the game in co-op by connecting two supported controllers to their chosen device, meaning crewmates can team-up and explore the Purribean together.

Cat Quest III is available to pre-order now for iPhone, iPad and Mac ahead of launch on Aug. 8, 2025. The game is also available now for Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC (via Steam). For more information visit: https://thegentlebros.com/catquest3/  

About The Gentlebros:  

The Gentlebros is an award-winning studio Singapore-based studio and creators of the million-selling Cat Quest series across PC, consoles and mobile. Made up of game industry veterans, The Gentlebros aim to create worlds for people to have fun in. The newest installment in the Cat Quest series, Cat Quest III, launched on PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S and PC (via Steam) in August, 2024.

About Kepler Interactive:

Kepler Interactive is a video game company and creative studio headquartered in London. With games like Pacific Drive, Sifu, Rematch and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Kepler curates its partnerships with developers worldwide to showcase some of the newest and most brilliant ideas in gaming that combine experimental game design with unique art direction.

Alongside its game portfolio, Kepler’s creative studio seeks to bring games to life in areas such as art, fashion, music, architecture and design through development of lifestyle products and collaborations with artists like fashion designer Robyn Lynch. Kepler explores the creative spaces that inspire games and the people who make them – challenging perspectives and elevating the medium to a new level. Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo. 

NOW AVAILABLE: FORD JOINS FARMING SIMULATOR 25 WITH THE PLAINS & PRAIRIES PACK

Farming Simulator 25 expands today with the release of the Plains & Prairies Pack, now available for PC and consoles. Publisher and developer GIANTS Software introduces a legendary name to the franchise: Ford. It’s part of a content-rich DLC pack that enhances the farming experience with over 20 new vehicles and implements.

Ford Takes the Field, But not Alone

Known as a cornerstone of industrial innovation, Ford now joins the virtual farming world with two classic machines: the Ford 976 and 1156 Versatile tractors, manufactured between 1988 and 1993.
 
The Plains & Prairies Pack also adds GEA and Trout River to the lineup, alongside familiar names like Brandt, Fendt, International, Salford, Väderstad, and Versatile. Notable additions include the mighty Versatile 1080 “Big Roy”, and the precision of modern pneumatic sprayers such as the Fendt Rogator 900 and Salford Independent Series 1260.

The Complete List of New Vehicles and Implements

  • Brandt – 2500 DXT
  • Fendt – Rogator 900 Series
  • Ford – 1156 Versatile
  • Ford – 976 Versatile
  • GEA – EL48-6D-4800
  • GEA – EL48-8D-7900
  • GEA – STR 447
  • International – LT Series
  • Salford – Independent Series 1260
  • Salford – 9620 Air Boom Applicator
  • Trout River Industries – Live Bottom Rear L
  • Väderstad – PD 1000
  • Väderstad – Seed Hawk 84
  • Väderstad – Tempo K 24
  • Versatile – 1080 “Big Roy”
  • Versatile – 1156
  • Versatile – 976
  • Versatile – DeltaTrack
  • Versatile – MFWD
  • Versatile – Nemesis
  • Versatile – V7

Next-Level Details

Players will notice refined realism: trailers now feature animated, functional covers, and sprayers support solid fertilizer distribution. The pack also includes functional lift axles to enhance control and efficiency, particularly when operating the game’s largest manure tanker, the GEA STR 447.

Farming Simulator 25 is available now for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. A Year 1 Season Pass is obtainable, which includes the Plains & Prairies Pack, two more packs and a major expansion – fans save up to 25% compared to getting the content separately. GIANTS Software will also continue to release free content updates and user-generated content on the official ModHub. 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.
 
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.
 
© 2025 Published and developed by GIANTS Software GmbH. Farming Simulator, GIANTS Software and its logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of GIANTS Software GmbH. All manufacturers, vehicles, machines, equipment, names, brands, and associated imagery featured in this game in some cases include trademarks and/or copyrighted materials of their respective owners. The vehicles, machines, and equipment in this game may be different from the actual ones in shapes, colors, and performance. © 2025 Sony Interactive Entertainment LLC. “PlayStation“, “PS5“ and “PS5 logo“ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc. Microsoft, the Xbox Sphere mark, the Series X logo, Series S logo, Series X|S logo, Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S, and Xbox Series X|S are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. Mac is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Steam and the Steam logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Valve Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other names, trademarks and logos are property of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

New Donington Park Lap Guide in Assetto Corsa EVO – Featuring David Perel!

Ready to take your driving skills at Donington Park to the next level? 

Recently introduced in the last release 0.2 of Assetto Corsa EVO, Donington Park is a true driver’s circuit – fast, flowing, and unforgiving if you miss your marks. Located in Leicestershire, England, this historic track dates back to the 1930s and is renowned for its rich motorsport heritage and scenic setting. Over the decades, it has become one of the UK’s most iconic racing venues, hosting events across multiple disciplines including Formula 1, MotoGP, and the British Superbike Championship.

For the second episode of our new Lap Guide series, we’ve partnered with professional racing driver and SimGrid founder David Perel to deliver expert insights on this technical 4km long circuit. In this new video, David takes the wheel of the Lotus Exige V6 Cup (2014) and breaks down Donington Park corner by corner – highlighting key braking points, ideal racing lines, and more.

This Lap Guide is part of our broader effort to support players as we expand the Early Access program. Donington Park is just one of the many new pieces of content included in Release 0.2 of Assetto Corsa EVO.

For more information and regular updates on Assetto Corsa EVO, please visit the game’s official site, www.assettocorsa.gg, follow the hashtag #wearesimracing, and stay tuned across Assetto Corsa social channels. 

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About 505 Games 

505 Games, a Digital Bros’ subsidiary, is a global publisher focused on offering a broad selection of video games for players of all ages and skill levels.The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on console and PC platforms as well as mobile devices. Publishing highlights include DEATH STRANDING (PC), Control, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Ghostrunner, Gems of War, Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. 505 Games has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Italy, Australia, China and Japan.For more information on 505 Games and its products please visit www.505games.com.  

Scar-Lead Salvation – Gameplay

When a mysterious girl awakens in a robot filled facility with no memory of who or where she is and finds that even death is no escape as she respawns upon death we must search for another way out or any sign of help. Battling through the facility with different loops and taking on bosses with an unhelpful AI in Idea Factory International’s Scar-Lead Salvation.

Scar-Lead Salvation – Gameplay

Scar-Lead Salvation is a brutal and stylish third-person roguelike shooter from Compile Heart, Neilo Inc., and Idea Factory. Set in a mysterious, enemy-infested military facility, the story follows Willow Martin, a young woman who awakens with no memory and is guided by a strange AI. To survive, players must navigate procedurally generated levels, face mechanical foes, and uncover fragments of Willow’s forgotten past.

Combat in Scar-Lead Salvation is fast-paced and strategic—mastering dodges, parries, and building up “Exo Force” allows players to enter a devastating Onslaught Mode for short bursts of invincibility and high power. Every death resets progress, but like all true roguelikes, each run offers the chance to grow stronger and dive deeper into the facility’s secrets. With a gritty sci-fi aesthetic, a variety of futuristic weapons, and an evolving narrative, Scar-Lead Salvation blends action and story into a relentless cycle of death and discovery.

Originally released on May 29, 2025 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Steam, the game will also launch for Xbox Series X|S in Fall 2025.

Scar-Lead Salvation
Developer: Idea Factory, Compile Heart, Neilo Inc.
Publisher: Idea Factory International
Platform: Windows, PlayStation 5/4, Xbox Series X/S
Release Date: 30th May, 2025
Price: $59.99 USD

Available here – https://ifi.games/game/scar-lead-salvation/

Summary:

Not Recommended – “Scar-Lead Salvation feels unfinished, with a weak story, dull enemies, and generic environments. While movement and combat have appeal, shallow roguelike elements make its price hard to justify.”

Check out our review for Scar-Lead Salvation here!

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Colorful Co-Op Adventure POPUCOM Launches Today on PC

Grab a Friend and Jump Into a Charming 3D Platforming Adventure From Publisher GRYPHLINE 

SHANGHAI — June 2, 2025 — Global game publisher GRYPHLINE is excited to share that POPUCOM, the co-op adventure platformer, is now available for purchase worldwide. The standard and deluxe editions are available in North America in digital format on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store for an MSRP of $19.99 and $24.99, respectively. The deluxe edition of POPUCOM will include the “Too Many Clothes” DLC, which comes with four complete outfit sets and a total of 12 cosmetic items. Players who purchase the title through June 15 at 8 p.m. PT / June 16 at 11:00 AM (UTC+8) will receive a limited-time 10% discount off the base game price for both the Standard and Deluxe editions. As a special bonus, any players who purchase the game and log on between June 1 at 8 p.m. PT and June 15 at 8 p.m. PT will also unlock two bonus sets of skins, for a total of six unique costume variants. 

To celebrate the launch, GRYPHLINE has shared a new trailer for the game and recently announced a crossover collaboration with the Rabbids for the “Rabbids Chic Pack” DLC. The pack features exclusive Rabbids-themed items, including the “Bwahtastic Party” and “Rabbid Adventurer” hairstyles, “Rainboh BWAAAAHster” main weapon, “Rabbid Invader” sub weapon, and “Rabbity-Wobble Pod” entry effect. The DLC will be available for a price of $4.99 only from June 1 at 8 p.m. PT to June 29 at 8 p.m. PT. POPUCOM’s launch follows a successful Steam Next Fest appearance in October 2024, where it ranked among the top-performing demos, placing in the top two Active Demo Players and the top three Trending Upcoming categories, and reached over 14,000 peak concurrent players, according to SteamDB. POPUCOM has already received acclaim from critics, earning a “Best In Its Class” rating in a review from VICE, as well as a 4.5/5 score from Hey Poor Player, and a 4/5 score from The Outerhaven, to name a few.

POPUCOM is a multiplayer co-op platform adventure game. As an adventurer, you are summoned to an unknown planet to embark on an exoplanet expedition with your friends. Face various enemies and use engaging items and techniques to eliminate threats and restore the world to its former glory. The game features two main modes: a narrative-driven story mode designed for two players, and a high-energy “Party Mode” for three to four players, perfect for chaotic fun and shared laughter. Both modes can be played in local or online co-op. Additionally, there are several accessibility options, including a “colorblind assist mode” with customizable color schemes and a “color enhancement mode” to boost the functional colors of adventurers and map objects. Whether solving mysteries or diving into fast-paced action, POPUCOM delivers a cooperative experience packed with charm, humor, and excitement.

Key Features:

Engage in Fun-Filled Co-Op Gameplay: Work together with your friends to take on a variety of challenges. Effective cooperation and strong teamwork are the only ways forward. Whether facing powerful enemies or tackling complex puzzles, you’ll need to work together to triumph!

Embark on a Colorful Adventure: Color plays a crucial role in this fantastical world and is key to everything, from puzzle solving to combat. Switch colors to activate mechanisms and solve puzzles, and shoot Pomu gel in different colors to change the surroundings and impact enemies. Master the techniques of color switching and match-3 shooting to overcome puzzles and defeat enemies!

Use Items to Work Miracles: During the journey, you will acquire items known as “Super artifacts”. Examples of these wondrous artifacts include Rollo the Bomb, Captain Kitty, Barrier Bot, and Power Kid. Each grants a unique ability that helps remove obstacles and solve puzzles throughout your adventure.

Let Your Style Shine: The adventure isn’t just about combat, it’s also about showcasing your style! Pick from a selection of gear and cosmetics in the Closet and combine them to create tons of unique looks. Then, set off on the journey in your personalized style!

Enjoy Arcade Mini-Games: In addition to exciting battles and engaging puzzles, POPUCOM includes many enjoyable mini-games. Head to the in-game arcade room for some lighthearted arcade fun during breaks from the main stages.

POPUCOM launched on June 1, 2025 for PC via Steam and Epic Games Store in a Standard and Deluxe edition for $19.99 and $24.99, respectively. A launch date for the PlayStation®5 computer entertainment system will be announced at a later time. This title has been rated Everyone 10+ by the ESRB. To stay up to date on POPUCOM news and updates, visit the official website, and follow the game on XFacebook, and YouTube. For more information about GRYPHLINE, please visit the official website

About GRYPHLINE

GRYPHLINE is a global publisher that aims to bring unique and high-quality gaming experiences to players across the world. Ex Astris, was the company’s inaugural launch and received critical acclaim for its depth of gameplay and stunning visuals. Upcoming titles include Arknights: Endfield,andPOPUCOM, which have received accolades thus far and fans can look forward to experiencing the games at events this year. GRYPHLINE is also taking steps to offer services from R&D support, localization, marketing to customer service for expanding its global business. More information can be found here on the official company site www.gryphline.com

Crunchyroll Crowns the Long Weekend with a Royal-Themed Anime Hub

There’s a high chance of reign this weekend! Curl up in your throne and indulge in tales of reincarnated rulers, interstellar empires and… herbivorous dragons?!

Sydney, Australia | Crunchyroll®, the ultimate home of anime worldwide, is rolling out the red carpet for anime royalty this June long weekend with a dedicated royal-themed content hub fit for a king, queen—or your inner anime noble.

Whether you’re a fan of palace intrigue, noble quests, or delightfully dramatic plot twists, this curated lineup of regally inspired anime is bound to be your crowning glory of the long weekend binge.

Black Butler -Emerald Witch Arc-
Ciel Phantomhive is the most powerful boy in all of England, but he bears the scars of unspeakable suffering. Forced to watch as his beloved parents were brutally murdered, Ciel was subsequently abducted and violently tortured. Desperate to end his suffering, the boy traded his own soul for a chance at vengeance, casting his lot with the one person on whom he could depend: Sebastian, a demon butler summoned from the very pits of hell. Together, they’ll prowl the darkest alleys of London on a mission to snuff out those who would do evil.
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SHIROHIYO – Reincarnated as a Neglected Noble: Raising My Baby Brother With Memories From My Past Life
Ageha Kikunoi was a spoiled 5-year-old before he suddenly recalled memories from a past life. Back then, he loved to cook, sew, and sing above all else. In this world, Ageha and his younger brother, Regulus, must navigate the treacherous halls of the Kikunoi household as corruption festers among the aristocracy. They’ll need Ageha’s past-life skills, divine blessings, and a touch of magic to survive—and thrive.
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The Gorilla God’s Go-To Girl
Sophia Reeler, a timid noble, chose the Gorilla God’s blessing—granting her the ultimate combat power. But her quiet dream of a peaceful student life is quickly shattered when the royal knights recruit her for her unrivaled strength. Now juggling school, battlefield duties, and the chaos of overwhelming power, Sophia is about to learn that gorilla strength comes with more than just muscle—it comes with responsibility.
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The Apothecary Diaries Season 2
Maomao lived a peaceful life with her apothecary father. Until one day, she’s sold as a lowly servant to the emperor’s palace. But she wasn’t meant for a compliant life among royalty. So when imperial heirs fall ill, she decides to step in and find a cure! This catches the eye of Jinshi, a handsome palace official who promotes her. Now, she’s making a name for herself solving medical mysteries!
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I’m the Evil Lord of an Intergalactic Empire!
After a life of honesty left him betrayed, Liam is reborn into a vast interstellar empire with one goal: be the galaxy’s worst evil lord. But no matter how hard he tries to be a tyrant, his “wicked” plans keep backfiring into peace, prosperity, and adoring fans. Galactic chaos, magic, and mecha await in this hilariously misconstructed tale of a villain who can’t help but to impress.
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The Too-Perfect Saint: Tossed Aside by My Fiancé and Sold to Another Kingdom
Philia Adenauer hails from a family renowned for producing Saints for generations in the Kingdom of Girtonia. Saints fight to protect humankind from monsters, and Philia underwent rigorous education and training to earn her title. After her fiancé, Julius, breaks off their engagement, Philia is sold to the kingdom of Parnacorta for resources. Will her homeland survive without her?!?
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Our Last Crusade or the Rise of a New World Season 2
Two enemies on opposing sides of a conflict find common ground, potentially making them traitors to their countries and war-torn lovers!
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The Beginning After the End
After a mysterious death, King Grey is reborn as Arthur Leywin on the magical continent of Dicathen. Although he enters his second life as a baby, his previous wisdom remains. He begins to master magic and forge his own path as the years go by, seeking to correct the mistakes of his past life.
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From cunning courtiers to cosmic emperors, this collection of anime nobility promises an epic escape to majestic worlds—just in time for your long weekend.

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FIRE UP YOUR PRODUCTION LINES! RISE OF INDUSTRY 2 RELEASES TODAY 

Become an 80s industry mogul in all-new business tycoon sequel!

Leicester, UK – Embargoed until 0100 AEST – 4th June 2025Rise of Industry 2, the innovative sequel to the hit indie business tycoon game, has today launched for Windows PC. The scheduled Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation®5 releases will be announced in due course.

Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing 1980s USA, an era of innovation, globalization, and unprecedented profits, Rise of Industry 2 offers a rich and immersive tycoon experience that challenges budding entrepreneurs to establish thriving and intricate production chains, forge relationships with powerful CEOs, and build a corporate empire from the ground up.

Pushing the boundaries from its predecessor, Rise of Industry 2 brings fresh ideas to the boardroom, including a stylish new art direction, expanded gameplay mechanics, and exciting new features designed for both casual tycoon fans and veteran CEOs alike.

Players will also be able to expand their boardroom horizons with the Deluxe Edition which is also available from today on PC. The Deluxe Edition includes the full digital art book as well as the 80’s inspired original soundtrack that sets the tone for you to climb to the corporate ladder. You’ll also get access to a new sandbox map in Vaporville, a new style headquarters and a collection of new decorations.

Rise of Industry 2 Features:

  • All-New Campaign Mode: Conquer 15 unique and exciting scenarios as you rise through the corporate ranks.
  • Expanded Sandbox Mode: Build the industrial empire of your dreams with complete freedom.
  • Dynamic Social Connections: Network with CEOs, trade materials, and gain introductions to powerful industry leaders.
  • Stylized 1980s Visuals: A vibrant, reimagined art style that captures the spirit of the decade.
  • Cross-Platform Release: For the first time, players can build their empires on PC and consoles.

Players can wishlist Rise of Industry 2 today on their chosen platform and prepare to embark on their journey to business magnate status.

For more information on Rise of Industry 2, visit RiseofIndustry.com.

ABOUT KASEDO GAMES

Kasedo Games work closely together with enthusiastic & talented indie developers from around the world to publish ‘Triple I’ titles that players will love.

Through our vast knowledge of producing, PR, marketing and distribution, we always strive for quality games made by quality indie teams and we understand that every game and every studio has different requirements. The support, creative freedom and platform we provide means we can make great games happen without forgetting their roots.

Titles under the Kasedo label include: ‘IXION, ‘City of Gangsters’, Recipe for Disaster’, ‘Filament’, ‘Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus’, ‘Rise of Industry’, ‘Project Highrise’ and ‘Crowntakers’. www.kasedogames.com

The Elder Scrolls Online: Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 Now Available on PC

The Elder Scrolls Online: Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 and free Update 46 base-game patch are now available on PC and Mac. In Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1—a continuation of a story that began in the ESO base game 10 years ago — players venture to the island of Solstice to uncover the plans of the resurgent Worm Cult.

Accompanying the new content is Update 46, a free base-game patch for all ESO players that allows greater character customization, a new re-entry experience for returning players, and quality of life updates. Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 and Update 46 arrive on Xbox and PlayStation consoles June 18.  

Seasons of the Worm Cult
In this two-part adventure continuing ESO’s original main quest storyline, the dreaded Worm Cult has taken over the east of Solstice island and is concealing their activities behind the massive and magical Writhing Wall. Players arrive on the tropical island in Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 to explore the Western Solstice zone—there is no shortage of action and rewards to uncover with new World Bosses, Delves, a Public Dungeon, and a brand-new Trial: the Ossein Cage.

Subclassing
With the new Subclassing system, all ESO players can further customize their characters and play their way. Starting today, this feature allows players to replace up to two of their character’s skill lines with those from other classes, offering greater flexibility and creativity in gameplay. See Subclassing in action below:

Hero’s Return
Also free with this update, those jumping back into ESO after a long respite can now seamlessly reintegrate in with the Hero’s Return system. Completing this adventure will unlock unique Login Rewards and the Hero’s Return Golden Pursuit, where they can secure additional resources. More details on Update 46 can be found here.

Update 46
Update 46 introduces additional base game quality-of-life improvements including an updated in-game map, making traversing Tamriel easier than ever, and updated tutorials for the Wayshrine system.  

Those who are waiting to play on console can prepare for Western Solstice by playing the free Prologue quest, A Guild in Crisis. In this new quest, players join forces with Prince Azah of Sentinel to gather allies and uncover the truth behind the Worm Cult’s resurgence.
 
Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 and Update 46 are now live on PC/Mac and arrive June 18 for Xbox and PlayStation consoles. With the 2025 Content Pass, players will receive access to every update planned for this year’s adventure, including access to Seasons of the Worm Cult Parts 1 and 2, two dungeon packs, and The Writhing Wall in-game event.  

For more information head over to the Bethesda News site.