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PRE-REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR NETMARBLE’S BRAND-NEW COLLECTIBLE RPG, SEVEN KNIGHTS RE:BIRTH

Visit The Official Brand Website for ‘Seven Knights Re:BIRTH,’ a Remake of the Hit Collectible RPG ‘Seven Knights’ Enjoyed by Over 70 Million PlayersPre-register Today and Secure Valuable Rewards Providing a Seamless Start at the Grand Launch

LOS ANGELES MAY 23, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, announced that global pre-registration is now live across multiple platforms for Seven Knights Re:BIRTH, its upcoming collectible RPG and a remake of the beloved mobile game Seven Knights. Players can visit the newly launched brand website that provides an early glimpse into the game’s world.

Seven Knights Re:BIRTH is a successor and remake project of Seven Knights, Netmarble’s popular mobile collectible RPG that captivated over 70 million players worldwide. The original title, launched in October 2015, was globally acclaimed for its dynamic visuals, strategic gameplay, and the joy of collecting and developing over 500 unique characters. 

Seven Knights Re:BIRTH inherits the key elements of the original, including its story, characters, combat systems, and core mechanics, while enhancing the gameplay experience with modern gameplay features and the latest trends. The game officially launched in Korea on May 15, 2025 and made a strong debut reaching the number one spot on the App Store’s “Top Free Games” chart (in Korea) within just seven hours. It also topped both Google Play and the App Store’s “Top Revenue Games” charts in Korea within five days of release.

To pre-register and receive generous rewards upon the grand launch, visit the official brand website, Google Play, the App Store, and the Netmarble Launcher. Those who sign up via email on the official website will receive two Legendary Heroes – Rachel of the Seven Knights and Ace of the Four Lords – along with Hero Summon Vouchers (x10), 2 million Gold, and Key Bundles (x10). In addition, pre-registering through Google Play or the App Store will grant users a Vanguard Set and a special package containing a 5★ pet ‘Croa’, a Skill Enhancement Stone, Golds, Topaz, and Superb Eggs.

Additional details on Seven Knights Re:BIRTH and its pre-registration are available on the official website. Fans can also stay up to date with the latest information on the game by following the official social channel on Facebook

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 Idle Adventure, Tower of God: New World, Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.

Cross-play comes to Smalland: Survive the Wilds — Alongside Guilds, Stables, and All-New Content

Walnut Creek, California – May 22, 2025 | Maximum Entertainment today announced that Smalland: Survive the Wilds has received one of the most highly requested features by the community: cross-play is now live! Starting today, players across Steam, Epic Games Store, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5 can unite and explore the vast miniature wilderness together in a seamless online multiplayer experience.

Additionally, today’s massive update introduces Guilds, Companion Summoning, Stables, new Northern Tree Encampments, and a never-before-seen creature waiting to be discovered.

Guilds Are Here

Players can now band together like never before with the introduction of server-wide player guilds, designed to take cooperative gameplay to the next level:

  • Form and manage guilds that persist across game sessions.
  • A Guild Tree Encampment available as long as one Guild Member is online.
  • Work together to build, customize, and defend your Guild Tree Encampment.
  • A new revive consumable enables mid-adventure rescues among guild members, keeping the action alive.

Stables & Companion Summoning

Companions now play a bigger role in your survival story:

  • Based on their size, house your companions in one of three new stable types.
  • Summon companions freely at your encampment or use the new Summoning Pebble consumable to call them into the wild.
  • Lost track of your companion? The Homecoming Totem lets you recall them straight back to camp.

New Northern Encampments & Mysterious Wildlife

A new frontier awaits in the northern Overlands:

  • Discover two new Tree Encampments, fully integrated into the existing network—just visit Bonniedel to learn more.
  • Encounter a new quest and face the Rufous-Bellied Tit, an enigmatic creature never before seen in Smalland.

Whether you’re building a sprawling guild base, taming creatures in the Overlands, or teaming up with friends across platforms, this update is packed with features that elevate every aspect of the Smalland experience.

For full patch notes and details, including more quality-of-life improvements, visit our official blog.

Follow Smalland: Survive the Wilds at https://x.com/playsmalland.

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 catalog, 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

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon – a dark fantasy open-world RPG is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S!

Thee who are about to follow in King Arthur’s footsteps! Get ready for a 50–70 hours-long, thrilling adventure in a world consumed by Wyrdness, and filled with as many deadly threats as glorious opportunities.

May 23rd, Wroclaw, Poland. The time has finally come for Questline Studio and publisher Awaken Realms to share with the world the 1.0 version of Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon, a project that both teams poured their hearts, blood, sweat, and tears into over the last four years of development. And what a ride it was! But no adventure is complete without a faithful fellow by one’s side. So, now YOU, dear Gamer, are invited to join developers in this incredible experience.

Get the game from Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1466060/Tainted_Grail_The_Fall_of_Avalon/), PlayStation Store (https://store.playstation.com/en-gb/product/UP8198-PPSA28613_00-0351052371391092), or Microsoft Store (https://www.xbox.com/en-us/games/store/tainted-grail-the-fall-of-avalon/9NNMH5ZRPQJZ) today.

ABOUT TAINTED GRAIL: THE FALL OF AVALON

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon is an ambitious open-world RPG offering 50–70 hours of exploration in a dark reimagining of Arthurian legends. Players will journey into the heart of Avalon, a land shaped by 600 years of Camelot’s rule, to witness the epic conclusion of this era. The game delivers an unparalleled RPG experience, inviting players to immerse themselves in a richly detailed world of black magic, intrigue, and heroism.

GAME HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Three massive zones to explore: Horns of the South, Cuanacht, and Forlorn Swords.
  • 250 unique NPCs, fully voice-acted, adding depth and personality to the world.
  • Over 200 side quests guarantee countless hours of engaging gameplay.
  • More than 60 unique enemies, each presenting distinct challenges.
  • 70+ dungeons filled with secrets and dangers.
  • A branching main quest with dozens of possible endings, offering deep replayability.

Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon was developed by Questline Studio and published by Awaken Realms on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

Find out more about the game on the official websiteYouTubeFacebook, and X.

About Questline

Questline is the Polish indie studio behind Tainted Grail: Conquest, specializing in immersive RPG experiences. Being Awaken Realms’ subsidiary, the studio is now working on bringing to life another ambitious project: Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon. The game was developed for gamers and with gamers, who were able to share their feedback during the Steam Early Access phase.

About Awaken Realms

Awaken Realms is one of the biggest board game publishers and the creator of Kickstarter hits such as This War of Mine: The Board GameLords of Hellas, Nemesis, Tainted Grail: Fall of Avalon, and Etherfields. Awaken Realms devotes special attention to making their games deep, involving, and original. Now, using many years of experience in gameplay design and world creation, they are ambitiously entering the digital games industry. http://awakenrealms.com/

SelectaPlay Confirms Participation at the Endix Indie Showcase on 24 – 25 May

Check out live playable demos of Morkull Ragast’s Rage, Bubble Ghost Remake and Antro during the event

Barcelona, Spain – 23rd May, 2025. Global publisher and distributor SelectaPlay is excited to announce its participation in the digital-only Endix Indie Showcase on 24-25 May

The publisher will have three playable demos of their most recent and upcoming releases available for fans to play for free, including the thrilling 2D action platformer Morkull Ragast’s Rage, the charming puzzle adventure title Bubble Ghost Remake and the upcoming visually striking 2.5D rhythm-action puzzle platformer ANTRO

During the event, Morkull Ragast’s Rage and Bubble Ghost Remake will have special discounts on Steam for the duration of the event. Check out the event Steam page for more information – https://store.steampowered.com/curator/45584116/sale/EndixIndieShowcase   

With a focus on accessibility and innovation, Endix bridges the gap between gamers, developers, and brands in a fully immersive online space. The 2025 edition introduces a diverse lineup of titles from around the globe, featuring breakout indies and established publishers sharing the spotlight. 

About the games

ANTRO (PC, XB, PS5) – Coming Soon

After The Collapse, only 1% of humanity survived, forced to live underground. Beneath the ruins of old Barcelona lies Antro, a suffocating underworld ruled by power and fear. The lowest levels endure brutal labour, while the elite above enforce absolute control. At the center is La Cúpula, a ruthless regime where technology dominates, art is outlawed, and music is forbidden. But from the depths, rebellion stirs, and its rhythm is rising. Play as Nittch, a courier on a dangerous mission with a mysterious package that could ignite revolution. Parkour through the decaying city, solve puzzles, and evade capture as your every move is synced to the pulse of hip-hop, drill, R&B, and electronic beats. In Antro, movement is music. And the beat is rebellion.

Morkull Ragast’s Rage (PC, PS5, XB, NSW) – Out Now

Morkull Ragast’s Rage is a thrilling 2D action game that combines platforming and all-out action with a touch of mischievous exploration. Step into the shoes of Morkull, God of Death and Darkness, as he embarks on a quest to escape the Ragast and carry out his fiendish plans worldwide! Get ready to experience awesome gameplay mechanics that allow Morkull to break the fourth wall and communicate with you throughout the game in exciting and unexpected ways! 

Bubble Ghost Remake (PC, PS5, NSW) – Out Now

A beloved classic reborn, Bubble Ghost Remake breathes new life into the nostalgic charm of the Nintendo Game Boy and Commodore 64 original, bringing fresh magic, mesmerizing new visuals, and delightful surprises! Guide the adorable spectral hero and its bubble through the eerie, puzzle-filled halls of an enchanted mansion, unravel long-lost mysteries, dodge devious traps, and embrace a whimsical journey packed with wonder and adventure!

Tune into the Endix Indie Showcase on 24 – 25 May – Check out the official Steam page for more information. 

About SelectaPlay

SelectaPlay is SelectaVisión’s video games publishing branch. The company works with talented studios on unique video games and helps them publish their titles in both physical and digital formats in Europe and worldwide.

About SelectaVisión

SelectaVisión is a video publishing company founded in 1984. Based in Spain, SelectaVisión’s catalog includes anime and live-action feature films, TV shows, and movies. Publishing both anime classics and the latest Japanese productions since 1997, SelectaVisión has built a long relationship with fan-favorite Japanese producers and distributors, becoming the major publisher of anime content for Spanish audiences. 

AFK Journey Kicks Off New Season ‘Echoes of Dissent’ Today

The Seasonal Update Introduces Two New Characters, a Fresh Storyline, and All-New 1v1 Gameplay Mode 

Shanghai, China (May 23, 2025) – Prepare for a return to the underground realm in AFK Journey with today’s launch of ‘Echoes of Dissent,’ the new season update available to all players. This exciting new chapter invites players to uncover the secret behind the mysterious curse threatening the newly introduced Essail Clan and put an end to their unrest. Download AFK Journey and play for free on PC, iOS, and Android. 

“Where the Light Fades, We Will Stand.” 

In ‘Echoes of Dissent,’ a mysterious summons sees Merlin venture to Brimstone Village to address rumors of Dwarven tensions rising just beneath the surface. As each new question unfolds and leads to another, a dark revelation is revealed: sinister disturbances have taken hold in Esperia, and the Dwarves aren’t the only group affected… 

Journey underground to the kingdom of Sal’thorin to uncover the Essail’s dark secrets and begin to unravel the truth to restore peace. This new narrative arc brings players face-to-face with new characters Zanie, a Dwarf, and Indris, the captain of the Sal’thorin Guard. Together, they’ll unravel the twisted truth behind the unrest that plagues the land.

New Characters & Map

Explore new locations — Brimstone Village, and the Kingdom of Sal’thorin — with powerful new heroes Zanie, and Indris, the “Chain Breaker,” both of whom add even more firepower to the ranks of heroes fighting back against the malicious forces plaguing Esperia.

New Gameplay Mode 

The season introduces ‘Sunlit Showdown’ — a 1v1 elimination tournament designed for intense hero-based combat. Players must enter the battlefield with no carryover progression, testing their mettle with the heroes they possess. Three difficulty tiers keep even the most seasoned warriors on edge as they progress through up to six brutal rounds of fierce competition. Players will earn valuable loot as they defeat enemies and rise through the ranks.

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Download AFK Journey for free and begin playing today on Windows PC, Android Google Play, and the iOS App Store.

For the latest updates on AFK Journey, visit the official website, or follow on X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube.

About AFK Journey

AFK Journey is an overworld fantasy RPG created by the original AFK Arena team. With its visually stunning artistic design, the game offers an expansive world filled with adventure, immersive storytelling, and challenging battles. Players are whisked away into the magical world of Esperia, where they will recruit numerous heroes to their cause, take on powerful foes, and earn rewards both through in-game actions and idle (AFK) mechanics. Players can freely roam across Esperia’s rich and colorful world, exploring bustling towns and taking on quests from NPCs. As a live service title, Farlight Games supports the game with expansive seasonal content updates.

About Farlight Games 

Headquartered in Singapore, Farlight Games is a newly established game publishing company and the global publishing brand of Lilith Games, a globally-recognized developer based in Shanghai, China. The establishment of Farlight Games marks a leap forward in the team’s pursuit of delivering local experiences to their players. In 2022, the company published Dislyte under the Farlight Games brand, and it has since been available in more than 200 countries with over 1.2 million downloads within the first week of launch. AFK Journey, released in March 2024, marked a new high watermark for the company.

Tear Down Your Corporate Overlords in Twilight Wars, Available Now on Steam

The cyberpunk dungeon crawler ignites the revolution starting today.

[May 23, 2025] – It’s time to assemble your team and show capitalism who is boss. Twilight Wars, the debut title from Comrade Bear Games, launches today on Steam. Recruit your team of wildly different characters, plan your strategy, and pull off dangerous missions by the skin of your teeth in this tactical cyberpunk dungeon crawler.

Twilight Wars will task players with recruiting a wide range of characters to the Anonymous Arbitration Agency (AAA), each with their own opinions, personality, and objective, in order to destroy the corporations that have replaced governments. These personalities will dictate how well team members work together and force players to make some tough choices, resulting in a variety of different endings.

Not everything in Twilight Wars is just dangerous missions. Players will be able to customize their secret underground base with different rooms and modules allowing their agents to heal, train, and even return from the dead. The base of AAA is the heart of the organization and developing their home away from home will help agents succeed in their increasingly dangerous missions. With a wide variety of mission types, including hostage rescues and multi-squad operations, players must adapt and assemble the right mix of agents and skills to succeed. Only through smart team-building and synergizing abilities can you hope to defeat the forces of unchecked corporate power.

Key Features:

  • Tactical Espionage Combat: Action-packed dungeon crawling with turn-based combat set in a high-stakes cyberpunk world. Features a fresh twist on “permadeath” where agents can fall—but not always forever.
  • Assemble the Unlikely: Recruit a team of charismatic operatives with unique skills, clashing personalities, and complex motivations. Balancing their strengths—and their conflicts—is key to survival.
  • Mission-Critical Decisions: Each mission is a new challenge. Rescue hostages, split squads, battle elite bosses, and customize your approach based on the mission’s demands and agent specializations.
  • Build the Base, Rebuild the Legacy: Reconstruct your underground HQ with high-tech modules for healing, training, research, and agent revival. Plus, a cozy cat companion to keep spirits high.
  • Morality in the Machine: Shape the story through your choices and your evolving relationship with Shi, the Agency’s AI. Navigate moral dilemmas that lead to multiple narrative endings.
  • Cozy Cyberpunk Aesthetic: A unique visual and musical style that fuses gritty neon dystopia with a surprisingly warm, lived-in vibe—welcome to the world of “cozy cyberpunk.”

Twilight Wars is available on Steam now. For more updates, visit the Comrade Bear Games website for all things Twilight Wars.

About Comrade Bear Games

An indie studio founded in 2019 by ex-Nival and Ubisoft producer, and renowned board game designer, Sergey Golubkin. Twilight Wars united 20 talented people from different parts of the world to work on this project. We all strive to create a deep, philosophical story with engaging mechanics in an original graphic and musical setting.

Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.0 Launches June 6, Celebrating First Anniversary with Major Update and Exclusive Rewards

SHANGHAI – HoYoverse today announced that Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.0, titled “Where Clouds Embrace The Dawn,” will officially launch on June 6, 2025 (UTC+8). This update marks the beginning of Season 2 and coincides with the game’s first anniversary, ushering in a new chapter of exploration, characters, and anniversary-exclusive in-game rewards.

A New Region, A New Journey
In Version 2.0, players will travel to the Waifei Peninsula, where a brand-new storyline unfolds. At the heart of the region lies Failume Heights, a bustling city where players will manage the Suibian Temple, forge alliances, and confront powerful adversaries in expanded Hollow zones. Joining the journey is Yixuan, a key character from Yunkui Summit, who brings new insights and momentum to the ongoing narrative.

Enhanced Hollow Exploration and Combat
Proxies will gain new control over the power of Ether, unlocking advanced combat capabilities designed to further enhance strategic depth during Hollow missions. These additions aim to deliver more dynamic gameplay and richer tactical opportunities.

First Anniversary Rewards and Bonuses
To celebrate Zenless Zone Zero’s first anniversary, HoYoverse is offering players a range of generous rewards:
1 Free S-Rank Agent and 1 Free S-Rank W-Engine (from the Stable Banner)
1,600 Polychromes granted upon Version 2.0 update
20 Encrypted Master Tapes earned through in-game tasks and events

These rewards commemorate the game’s first year and thank the global community for its ongoing support and enthusiasm.

Availability: Zenless Zone Zero Version 2.0 will be available on PlayStation®5, PC, iOS, Android, and Xbox Series X|S starting June 6, 2025.

For the latest news and updates, follow Zenless Zone Zero on official social channels or visit https://zenless.hoyoverse.com.

Get the Party Poppers Ready, GRYPHLINE Announces June 1 Launch for POPUCOM with Pre-orders Available Now

Team Up and Pop Into a Unique 3D Co-Op Platforming Adventure, Coming to PC via Steam and Epic Games Store

SHANGHAI — May 23, 2025 — Prepare to team up and dive into colorful party action! Global game publisher GRYPHLINE is excited to announce that POPUCOM, its upcoming co-op adventure platformer, will launch globally on June 1, 2025. Excited fans can pre-order today on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. Players who purchase the title from May 22 at 8 p.m. PT through June 15 at 8 p.m. PT will receive a limited-time 10% discount off MSRP. GRYPHLINE is also proud to share the launch of its official Streamer Partner Program, “POPUCOM Partners”, with an open invitation for content creators to be part of the adventure from day one!

More information on the POPUCOM Partners program will be made available soon.  The standard and deluxe editions will be available in North America for an MSRP of $19.99 and $24.99, respectively, in digital format on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. 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. 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.

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 has been rated Everyone 10+ by the ESRB. A launch date for the PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5 computer entertainment systems will be announced at a later time. To stay up to date on POPUCOM news and updates, visit the official website, and follow the game on X, Facebook, and YouTube. For more information about GRYPHLINE, please visit the official website

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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

“What Can I Do Ya For?” – Wild West General Store Simulator Brings You The Granddaddy Of Supermarkets

Be a shopkeep in the Wild West and follow the American Dream with the Steam Next Fest demo – Early Birds can open shop on June 2nd

Oberhaching, Germany, May 23, 2025 – Howdy stranger! Do you like wild west games, but ain’t much of a gunslinger? Well, the good folks over at SunDust, a label of the German publisher Toplitz Productions have the right thing for ya! Take a step back in time when the West was wilder than mustangs. Saddle up and get a taste of what it’s like to own and run the granddaddy of nowadays’ supermarkets with Wild West General Store Simulator.

You’re not only the shopkeep, but also the decorator, when you take care of your day-to-day business tryin’ to keep your account afloat, the shelves stocked and the doors open. Wrangle inventory and deal with travellin’ traders and fellow peddlers to keep your source of income from runnin’ dry. Give your customers a shoppin’ experience finer than Miss Molly’s fried chicken – from when they enter your esteemed establishment to the final cling of the coin at the register. Happy customers will be back as sure as a fly on a cow pie.

Wild West General Store Simulator on Steam

With a darn fine economy model workin’ under the surface, you’ll need to make the right prices for your goods and keep a sharp eye on what the folks as well as regulars want, if you aim to line your pockets with gold before you close for the night – and walk to your beautiful home overlooking the town. Use them hard-earned bucks, fins and dixies to grow your store, bring in new products or beautify the place with a fresh lick o’ paint. And if you grow tired of goin’ all solo, hire yourself a helper, or two. Or three. Just remember – out here the customer’s always right and money talks.

Once the sun dips down, head back to your homestead, a place you can build up just the way you like. Kick off your boots, watch out for snakes and rest up for the long haul. As they say, New York wasn’t built in a day, and before you know it, you’re the most legendary storekeep this side of the great lakes.

Get ready for a true Western shop experience when the demo for Wild West General Store Simulator hits the trail in the Steam Next Fest startin’ June 9. Although… Why wait that long? Enjoy catchin’ the shoppin’ worm as an early bird and start on June 2nd.

So saddle your horses and ride over yonder to the official Steam page, where you can toss it on your wishlist.

Features:

  • Your Store, Your Choice
    You have control over every store element from shelves to interior design. Optimize your displays, so your customers have a pleasant and wholesome shopping experience in your general store and find what they are looking for. A happy customer will be a returning customer. Can you bring back life to the deserted ghost town?
  • Manage Your Stock
    Order your stock from over 70 goods from food items to weapons, tools and furniture. Barter with suppliers and wandering traders in an ever changing economic environment, where supply and demand is in constant flow. Adjust your prices to maximize the profits and react to changing markets and base prices. But don’t overdo it – a lost customer might never return.
  • Do-It-Yourself
    Unpack goods, stack the shelves and organize your storage space. Work the cash register and make sure that the customer gets the best service possible. Or hire helpers to help with the daily business.
  • Expand Your Store
    More is definitely more. Satisfied customers bring more business and a demand for more varied goods. So expand your property or build a second floor to display everything you have to offer. Who knows? Maybe you can take over a few of the other deserted shops in town and build a commercial district.
  • You’ll Never Know What’cha Gonna Get
    Watch the town grow as your product variety increases and attracts more patrons. React to a multitude of events influencing your customers’ needs and shopping behavior.
  • Mini Games
    Participate in fun mini-games like the Tomahawk Throwing Contest. Take on the leaderboards and unlock new licences for your shop.
  • Keep Your Poker Face
    From time to time suppliers old and new might offer you a mystery box that can contain a wide variety of items or an extended amount of goods. The contents can bring a tremendous profit – if you are willing to take a risk.
  • Make Yourself At Home
    You are not only responsible for the interior of the shop. Overlooking the town from a hill is your house, just waiting to be personalized and decorated.

About SunDust

SunDust, a label of Toplitz Productions, focuses on charming indie games with a lot of heart and soul. The spectrum of casual-oriented titles ranges from user-friendly simulations to exuberant party games as well as other accessible and entertaining game concepts. At SunDust, indie studios with character can find a stage to give free rein to their creative ideas, personal flair and individual style.

Wholesome adventure Pine Hearts joins Secret Mode

Mobile versions planned for later this year, with a free content update on all platforms

Publisher: Secret Mode | Developer: Hyper Luminal Games | Formats: PC, Nintendo Switch
ETA: Out Now! | Players: 1

Dundee, Scotland – 23 May 2025: Good morning campers! Indie publisher Secret Mode is delighted to announce that the critically acclaimed cozy adventure Pine Hearts, developed by Dundee-based studio Hyper Luminal Games, will be moving its camping gear into Secret Mode’s catalogue from today.

First released on PC and Nintendo Switch™ one year ago to this day, Pine Hearts is a cozy adventure game about fulfilling a childhood dream at the Pine Hearts Caravan Park. Based on the development team’s memories of Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park, the game follows Tyke as he helps his fellow campers, solves puzzles with an expanding collection of tools, and unfurls a personal and moving story about the loss of a loved one.

As part of today’s announcement, Hyper Luminal Games has also revealed that Pine Hearts will be setting up camp on mobile platforms later this year. These versions will be tweaked and adjusted to perfectly fit iOS and Android devices, with new additions such as side-quest tracking and a mini-map. These new features will also be coming to the PC and Switch versions as a free update alongside the launch of the mobile versions.

Secret Mode and Hyper Luminal Games have a long history together, with Hyper Luminal Games providing QA support across many of Secret Mode’s published titles. Pine Hearts is a natural fit for Secret Mode’s catalogue, sitting alongside wholesome games like puzzler A Little to the Left and underwater adventure Loddlenaut.

“One of our main missions at Secret Mode is to uncover the indie gems that gamers never knew they needed in their lives,” says Secret Mode Chief Publishing Officer, James Schall. “We’re not just focused on the great and unannounced indie games of tomorrow, but those hidden superstars of the here and now. Last year the entire team fell in love with Pine Hearts, and we couldn’t be more delighted to welcome it to Secret Mode. We know this is a really special and emotionally powerful adventure, and wholesome fans who are about to discover Pine Hearts for the first time are in for a treat.”

About Pine Hearts

Welcome to Pine Hearts Caravan Park! As Tyke, hop into your hiking boots and explore the paths and rivers of this cozy little world. Rummage around the park and find handy tools that will help you on your journey as you fill out your trusty hillwalking journal. Rediscover memories of Tyke’s time in the park many summers ago and unearth the heartfelt story of his childhood.

Pine Hearts is available now on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch. It will launch on mobile platforms later in 2025. A free content update will launch alongside the mobile release.

About Secret Mode

Secret Mode is an independent publisher and the winner of the Ukie Best UK Publisher 2024 award and the Debug Indie Game Best Influencer Marketing 2025 award. Our titles include triple-BAFTA-winner Still Wakes the Deep, A Little to the Left, Wobbledogs, Loddlenaut, and upcoming indie action RPG Empyreal. We believe that games are for everyone, and that creativity has no limits. We believe quality and fun are everything. 

For more information visit: wearesecretmode.com  

About Hyper Luminal Games

Hyper Luminal is an indie games studio based in Dundee, Scotland. Everything we make is inspired by our ambition to build high-quality games that create lasting memories and fill our team with pride.

For more information visit: hyperluminalgames.com