The free prologue of Riot Control Simulator, a unique game that puts you in the boots of a riot control officer, is now available on PC. In Riot Control Simulator: Rookie Day, players take on their first mission and get introduced to the game’s core mechanics. The full version is scheduled to launch on PC in the second half of 2025, with console versions coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2 in 2026.

The game is being developed by independent Polish studio Corpix Games, with Wildlands Interactive and Ultimate Games S.A. as the publishers.

Authority Doesn’t Defend Itself!

Riot Control Simulator is a realistic riot control simulator where players step into the role of law enforcement tasked with managing protests in city streets. In story mode, players operate as part of the machinery of authority in a country sliding toward authoritarianism.

Each mission challenges players to maintain control over angry crowds. Gameplay includes combat, arrests, ID checks, searches, and issuing orders. Riot Control Simulator presents the realities of various types of protests through the lens of police and state services. A moral choice system also plays a key role.

Players will need to be clever and choose the right tactics. They can go in with full force or try to handle protests more humanely. A wide range of tools and strategies is available.

The developers emphasize that Riot Control Simulator is purely fictional and does not reference any real-world political or social events. The game combines serious themes with a touch of satire.

Free Prologue Now Available

The free prologue, Riot Control Simulator: Rookie Day, is available now on Steam. It introduces players to the game with a tutorial mission, letting them experience the basics of gameplay and the core systems.

The full version of Riot Control Simulator will feature a full story campaign with larger maps, missions involving vehicles and water cannons, and many other features not present in the prologue.

Key Features of Riot Control Simulator:

• Restoring order on city streets
• Intriguing story-driven campaign
• Moral choice system
• A variety of riot control tools and tactics
• Formations and strategy

Riot Control Simulator’s full release on PC (Steam) is planned for the second half of 2025, with console versions coming in 2026 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2.

Watch Pokimane, Valkyrae, Ludwig, and QTCinderella Join Forces and Battle Westeros’ Mythical Creatures on the Official Game of Thrones: Kingsroad Twitch Channel on May 22 starting at 9:30 PM PT

LOS ANGELES – MAY 22, 2025 – Netmarble announces a  livestream featuring its newly launched action-adventure RPG title Game of Thrones: Kingsroad, officially licensed by Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment on behalf of HBO®. This online premiere event will feature the hottest content creators, including Pokimane, Valkyrae, Ludwig, and QTCinderella, as they team up to showcase never-before-seen 4-player co-op gameplay.

• What: Game of Thrones: Kingsroad Livestream
• When: May 22 starting at 9:30 PM PT
• Where: Official Game of Thrones: Kingsroad Twitch Channel

Drawing inspiration from George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire novels, players will encounter legendary creatures throughout the game, including the fan-favorite Drogon who appears as a Field Boss. Other creatures are brought to life for the first time in this way in an original and captivating manner, including Ice Spiders, Stormhorn Unicorns, Ironbeak Griffins, and Red Cockatrice.

Game of Thrones: Kingsroad launched on May 21 and is now available on all mobile platforms, as well as on PC, via Steam, the Epic Games Store and Windows Launcher. The game will be available in the Americas, Europe, Africa, Oceania, and the Middle East. Launch timing for Asia will be announced later this year.

For the latest information and updates, visit (https://gameofthrones.netmarble.com/)

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ABOUT NETMARBLE CORPORATION

Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), 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.

ABOUT WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all platforms, including console, handheld, mobile and PC-based gaming for both internal and third-party game titles.

ABOUT HBO LICENSING & RETAIL

HBO Licensing & Retail, a division of Home Box Office, Inc., partners with best-in-class licensees around the world to give HBO’s global audience new and exciting ways to engage with their favorite shows. The division leverages iconic, award-winning HBO programs such as Game of Thrones, VEEP, Sex and the City, Silicon Valley, Insecure, The Sopranos, Big Little Lies, True Blood and more to create officially licensed consumer products, innovative merchandise programs, retail activations and live immersive experiences. HBO Licensing & Retail works across a broad range of product categories, including collectibles, apparel, publishing, live branded experiences, digital gaming, fashion and beauty collaborations, luxury accessories, and beyond. Officially licensed HBO merchandise can be purchased in retail stores around the world, online in the US at http://store.hbo.com, and at the groundbreaking HBO retail hub, the HBO Shop®, located at 42nd and 6th Avenue in New York City.

ABOUT GAME OF THRONES

Based on George R.R. Martin’s acclaimed book series, A Song of Ice and Fire, the Emmy® Award-winning HBO series Game of Thrones follows kings and queens, knights and renegades, liars and noblemen who are engaged in a deadly cat-and-mouse game for control of the Seven Kingdoms of Westeros. The epic series’ storylines of treachery and nobility, family and honor, ambition and love, and death and survival have captured the imagination of fans globally and made it one of the most popular shows on television.

GAME OF THRONES, HOUSE OF THE DRAGON and all related characters and elements ©️ & ™️ HOME BOX OFFICE, INC. (s25) All rights reserved.

GAME OF THRONES: KINGSROAD, GAME OF THRONES and all related characters and elements ©️ & ™️ HOME BOX OFFICE, INC. (s25) All rights reserved. ™️ & ©️ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s25)

Strange Scaffold’s turn-based beat-em-up is available for $17.99 on Steam

El Paso, TX – May 22, 2025 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT): Tactical Takedown, the turn-based beat-em-up from acclaimed developer Strange Scaffold (I Am Your Beast, An Airport for Aliens Currently Run by Dogs), and in partnership with Paramount Game Studios, is now available on Steam for PC. To celebrate launch, the game has a 10 percent discount, pricing it at $17.99.

Tactical Takedown reinvents the franchise with a strong new direction, combining turn-based strategy and beat-em-up combat. With both Splinter and Shredder dead and the Turtles nearing adulthood, players battle through 20 evolving levels, taking on classic enemies, like the Foot Clan, in a gripping coming-of-age journey.

Players modify loadouts, unlock skills, and carve through enemies strategically, allowing for deep tactical play. Unleash Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo’s unique movesets and drone-powered assist moves to progress through a diorama-inspired world.

Key Features

• 20 action-packed levels, divided into campaigns focusing on individual characters.
• A unique take on the world of TMNT from the minds at Strange Scaffold (Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator, I Am Your Beast).
• Innovative turn-based beat-em-up combat, complete with mutating arenas.
• Gorgeous graphic novel-inspired art style, with paint splatter, figurines, and diorama setpieces.
• Customizable movesets to shape each Turtles’ playstyle.
• Thumping multi-genre soundtrack from award-winning composer RJ Lake (Unbeatable, El Paso, Elsewhere).

Tactical Takedown brings the Turtles’ world to life with a striking graphic novel-inspired art style, featuring bold paint splatters and detailed diorama setpieces. The game’s action is backed by a high-energy, genre-fusing soundtrack from award-winning composer RJ Lake (Unbeatable, I Am Your Beast). It will also be supported post-launch with multiple free updates.

About Strange Scaffold

Strange Scaffold is the development label of Xalavier Nelson Jr., known for his work as a leading developer on I Am Your Beast, CLICKOLDING, El Paso, Elsewhere, Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator, and dozens of other critically acclaimed projects.  

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.

Uncover forgotten truths in a gothic manor filled with twisted puzzles, madness, and betrayal

LOS ANGELES, USA – May 22nd, 2025 – Secrets whisper through the halls in the psychological mystery Castle of Secrets, now available on Steam!

Play as Susan, a young woman drawn back to her family’s abandoned estate, where vanishing rooms, hidden passageways, and eerie inhabitants blur the line between reality and delusion. Explore a gothic world brought to life with hand-drawn 2D characters and atmospheric 3D environments, unravel dark family secrets, and make choices that shape your fate. 

For a limited 7-day window, Castle of Secrets is available for $7.99 (or regional equivalent) 10% off its regular price of $9.99. Dare to enter and piece together the haunting past of a family lost to their own madness before the offer vanishes. Will you find the truth, or be trapped in a maze of twisted memories?

“We’re so grateful for our community’s patience and support as we took a little extra time to refine Castle of Secrets. We couldn’t be more excited to open the gates today and see how players navigate the castle’s mysteries” Dmitry Dybin, Lead Developer, Serene Questworks Studios. 

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About Serene Questworks Studios

Serene Questworks Studios is an independent game development studio based in Odesa, Ukraine, dedicated to creating immersive and narrative-driven gaming experiences. With a passion for storytelling and innovative gameplay mechanics, the studio aims to captivate players and leave a lasting impression.

About Wandering Wizard

Wandering Wizard is passionately committed to championing indie game developers. We provide a platform for fresh voices, revolutionary ideas, and daring experiments within the indie gaming realm. Embracing the inherent risks of indie game development, we partner with creators worldwide to enrich the global gaming community with inclusive, inspiring, and innovative gaming experiences.

About Snail, Inc. 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.

Discover a new world order when you explore, loot and fight your way through an eternal autumn on Steam, GOG and Epic Games Store

Oberhaching, Germany, May 22, 2025 – Independent Polish development team Angry Bulls Studio and German publisher Toplitz Productions proudly announce the release of the isometric survival action Survive The Fall on Steam, GOG and Epic Games Store.

The world as we know it is gone. Forever changed by a cataclysmic meteor strike that has unleashed the ‘Stasis’, a mysterious force locking Earth in an eternal autumn. You must lead a band of survivors through the ruins of civilization, where every day is a struggle to stay alive and every decision could mean the difference between survival and oblivion.

Explore diverse environments from the lush remains of the national park to the flickering neon sprawl of New Eden and the desolate wasteland beyond its protective walls. Lead a team of up to three survivors, each with their own skills and scars, on high-stakes expeditions across a fractured world. Unravel the mystery of the ‘Stasis’, as you navigate the extensive open areas teeming with warring factions, stranded survivors, vital resources and precious loot waiting to be uncovered.

Survive The Fall on Steam

In this new world order, survival isn’t just about scavenging. Inspired by heart-pounding twin-stick action, every encounter is a strategic challenge, testing your strength, cunning and resolve. Use stealth to pick off your foes unseen, scout enemy positions or rush in guns blazing, if you’re confident in your skills, your team and your gear. Master the game changing ‘Active Pause’ to take control of the battlefield: Freeze time, assess the situation and issue precise commands to outmaneuver your opponents.

Between expeditions, build, expand and fortify your camp into a thriving stronghold. Heal the wounded, craft everything you need from food to firearms as well as protective gear and research an extensive tech-tree with over 180 entries. With over 30 unique buildings and facilities, your base can become a self-sufficient hub and thriving sanctuary capable of withstanding whatever this post-apocalyptic world throws at you.

With dangerous enemies vying for power, dark secrets buried deep within the ‘Stasis’ and a world that reacts to your choices, no two playthroughs will be the same.
The apocalypse is here. Will you succumb or overcome the odds and survive the fall?

Survive The Fall is available on Steam, GOG.com and Epic Games Store with a special introductory discount of 20%. Further info can be found on the official product pages.

About Angry Bulls Studio

Angry Bulls Studio is a team of experienced industry professionals. Each of them has successfully worked on other titles. They founded the company to create games that they themselves would enjoy playing for hours. They are fans of good, addictive gameplay and innovative solutions. They take their cues from the best games and studios, but approach today’s game production challenges in an innovative way.

About Toplitz Productions

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

Stay up to date and learn everything worth knowing about Toplitz Productions by following the company on X, Facebook, the official website and Instagram.

Teased during Warhammer’s Skulls Festival livestream, the “Siege” update brings an endless new PvE game mode, alongside two new cosmetic DLCs

PARIS – May 22, 2025 – Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive are excited to announce the release date and reveal the first gameplay footage for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s long-awaited “Siege” Mode. Available for free to all PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC players on June 26, the “Siege”update comes with a new PvE game mode and two new cosmetic DLCs for Season Pass owners. Check out the new Siege mode teaser trailer now!

Tear down endless waves of Tyranids and Heretics

Fight against impossible odds in Space Marine 2’s upcoming Siege Mode, a new PvE experience available for free to all players on June 26. Set on Kadaku, this new three-player game mode lets you take down ever-deadlier waves of Tyranid and Chaos forces in the defense of an Imperial fortress. Prepare to hold your ground and survive as long as you can against endless enemies, as only in death does duty end.

For our dedicated community, Siege Mode will be playable on the Public Test Server (PC/Steam) starting June 4. More details about the mode are coming in the next Community Update.

The White Scars and Blood Angels soon enter the fray

On top of the new Siege Mode, the Patch 8 update also comes with two new DLCs for Ultra Edition, Gold Edition, and Season Pass holders. The White Scars Chapter Pack will include a new Champion skin for the Assault class; three exclusive White Scars–inspired weapon skins for the Occulus Bolt Carbine, Stalker Bolt Rifle, and Combat Knife; and a host of cosmetic options and heraldry markings for their Successor Chapters. The Blood Angels Cosmetic Pack will provide a number of new armor pieces to be equipped on any of the game’s playable classes, in addition to heraldry markings celebrating eight of the Blood Angels’ Successor Chapters.

Heed the call of battle once again when Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2’s“Siege” update releases on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on June 26. Get up to 40% off on Space Marine 2’s Standard, Gold and Ultra editions and DLCs during the Skulls Festival of Video Games. Join the Space Marine 2 community, share feedback, and get exclusive rewards on our new Focus Together platform.

Gripping trailer showcases new gameplay, alongside a bold new threat in the turn-based sequel coming to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S later this year.

Leicester, UK – 22nd May 2025 – Kasedo Games & Bulwark Studios today released the long-anticipated trailer offering a first look at gameplay for its turn-based tactical sequel Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II, coming to Windows PC, PlayStation®5, & Xbox Series X|S later this year.

The trailer offers a thrilling first glimpse of a new planetary conflict between the Adeptus Mechanicus and the ancient Necron dynasty, in gripping tactical skirmishes across visually diverse and richly detailed battlefields – each teeming with opportunities for strategic domination.

From the forbidding and labyrinthine underworld of the Necron tombs to the highly industrial, techno-religious forge cities of the Adeptus Mechanicus, the trailer showcases a wide range of new environments players will contest in their quest for dominion and discovery across two playable campaigns.

The trailer also reintroduces familiar faces. Magos Dominus Faustinius’ trusted advisors return, this time as deployable and upgradeable leaders of his skirmish forces. Each brings their own unique personality and battlefield specialisation, adding a new strategic layer to your command.

As well as familiar faces, players will encounter the Leagues of Votann for the first time in a Warhammer video game. Their purpose on the contested world of Hekateus IV remains unknown. Are they fellow seekers of knowledge, mercenaries in search of profit, or something far more dangerous? Their presence raises questions, and their loyalty is anything but guaranteed.

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II is coming to Windows PC, PlayStation®5 & Xbox Series X|S.

For more information visit Mechanicus40k.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, ‘Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus I & II’, ‘City of Gangsters’, ‘Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop’, ‘Filament’, ‘Rise of Industry 1 & 2’, ‘Project Highrise’ and ‘Crowntakers’.

ABOUT GAMES WORKSHOP

Games Workshop® Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer®: Age of Sigmar® and Warhammer® 40,000® games, miniatures, novels, and model kits through more than 553 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop® or Warhammer®), the www.games-workshop.com web store and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. More information about Games Workshop and its other, related, brands and product ranges (including our publishing division ‘Black Library’ and our special resin miniatures studio ‘Forge World’) can be found at www.games-workshop.com.

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II © Copyright Games Workshop Limited 2025. Mechanicus II, the Mechanicus II logo, GW, Games Workshop, Space Marine, 40K, Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000, 40,000, the ‘Aquila’ Double-headed Eagle logo, and all associated logos, illustrations, images, names, creatures, races, vehicles, locations, weapons, characters, and the distinctive likeness thereof, are either ® or TM, and/or © Games Workshop Limited, variably registered around the world, and used under licence. All rights reserved to their respective owners.

Evil robots, potato croquettes and a narrative driven adventure that packs big feels into every tiny pixel. First revealed at the Six One Indie Showcase, Dive into a narrative-rich demo now

SINGAPORE (May 22, 2025) – Artis Impact is a true labor of love with each piece of pixel art hand-drawn from scratch solely by Malaysian developer Mas. Built over four years in RPG Maker MV, the game offers a heartfelt, often humorous take on post-apocalypse life – without the grind. As announced in this year’s Six One Indie Showcase Artis Impact is set to launch Aug. 7, 2025 on Steam. What’s more, you can try the games demoout for yourself now.

Try the free demo and wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1864000/Artis_Impact/

A Story-Driven RPG with Personality

Set in a decaying world ruled by rogue AI, Artis Impact follows Akane, a stoic young woman with a mysterious past and surprisingly goofy streak. Alongside her sharp-tongued AI companion Bot, she takes on missions, helps strangers and uncovers fragments of memory that hint at something much larger.

The story is narrative-focused with a linear main path, but enriched with optional side quests, hidden interactions and occasional randomized events to reward curious players. It’s a world packed with expressive pixel animation, environmental detail and heartfelt character-driven interactions which range from the emotional to the absurd.

Combat That’s Strategic, but Never Overbearing

Artis Impact features turn-based combat that’s easy to pick up but offers satisfying tactical depth. Battles are quick, clean and integrated into the flow of the story, with no repetitive grinding, no bloated systems.

Outside of combat, Akane can rest, explore, chat with quirky NPCs or just take in the atmosphere. Life-sim elements like cooking or decorating exist as small touches to deepen the players experience and connection to the game world, while the main focus remains on story, character and pacing.

One Developer, Four Years, Thousands of Hand-Drawn Frames

Mas began developing Artis Impact in 2021 with zero formal training in animation or narrative design. Over four years, he created every animation frame, scripted every dialogue line and composed a world that feels hand-built and full of heart.

The game blends retro JRPG aesthetics with modern storytelling, delivering a lighthearted yet resonant experience that recalls Undertale, To the Moon or Eastward, but with its own pixel-perfect voice.

Key Features

• Frame-by-frame hand-drawn pixel animation
• A humorous and heartfelt narrative-driven adventure
• Optional side quests and hidden scenes for replay value
• Streamlined turn-based combat: no grinding, no filler
• Built entirely in RPG Maker MV by a solo developer
• Free demo now available on Steam | Full launch Aug. 7, 2025

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About Mas:

Mas is a Malaysian indie developer dedicated to crafting narrative-driven experiences that blend deep storytelling with immersive pixel art worlds. Since 2019, Mas has been pushing the boundaries of RPG Maker development, proving that solo projects can achieve remarkable artistic and narrative depth.

Kick butt and take names in fast-paced Arena Mode, included in early access launch!

Aalborg, Denmark, May 22 – Adventure calls… for a reluctant hero! CinderCat Games is delighted to announce that their madcap ‘first-person booter’ is available on PC via Early Access right now!

The Early Access version of the game features the introduction to the Story Mode, where our protagonist, Glum, gets his first boots on the ground in his new adventure. But that’s not all, as CinderCat Games has pulled out all the stops to allow for the introduction of the Arena Mode, which puts you against several waves of enemies, with each wave increasing in difficulty! Over time this mode will evolve into having different arenas, more waves, more enemies and wacky traps and hazards. But be warned, healing is limited and it’ll be a significant challenge to complete compared to story mode. If you have what it takes, you will receive a new boot cosmetic as a prize (befitting your efforts – something big, hard and beautiful).

About GLUM

Welcome to the glorious disaster that is GLUM, where players take control of a grumpy, misfit goblin with a magical boot and a serious chip on his shoulder. After years of being stuck on broom duty, Glum is suddenly expected to save the day, and our (deeply) reluctant hero has to set out on a quest to rescue his kidnapped boss in a journey of magical ass-kickery and whimsical violence.

This anarchic “Boot ‘em Up” lets you become the menace you were always meant to be, as you literally kick your way through a crude and chaotic world. Enemies? Kick ‘em. Obstacles? Boot ‘em. Anything else in your path? Well, if it looks kickable, it probably is.

You can plan out your attacks (or just wildly kick everything that moves, we’re not the boss of you), rack up points for obscure combos, oh, and figure out where your overlord is while you’re at it (no biggie). Each new level will give you the opportunity to acquire new abilities, offering all-new ways to teach your foes to love the taste of boot.

• Kick first, ask questions never: Use well-timed kicks and quick movements to launch enemies into walls, traps, and each other in chaotic physics-based combat. Need more firepower? Charge up your boot to cast spells and punt those enemies straight to boot camp. To Glum – everything’s a weapon if you just kick it hard enough.
• Journey into the wacky realm of Damoros: Follow the trail of your kidnapped boss through a world where rival overlords rule with ridiculousness, chaos is just another Tuesday, and one man’s catastrophe is another man’s comedy.
• Embrace whimsical violence: Combine kicks, spells, and environmental chaos for ever more creative destruction. As Glum, you’ll unlock new magical powers for your boot, proving that even the least qualified anti-hero of Damoros can kick his way to notoriety in this darkly comedic misadventure.

GLUM is available to purchase via Early Access on Steam today.

About CinderCat Games

CinderCat Games is a Danish indie game studio founded in 2022 as newly graduates. CinderCat Games as a company strives to create strong game IPs with loveable characters, humour and attitude that resonates with players around the world.

Forge Your Legend – MercurySteam’s Latest Masterpiece Available Now on Major Platforms 

CALABASAS, Calif. – May 22, 2025 – Leading video game publisher 505 Games, and developer MercurySteam proudly announce the launch of the fantasy action-adventure masterpiece Blades of Fire on Epic Games Store, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. 

You are Aran de Lira, firstborn of the King’s Ward fighting the forces of the evil Queen Nerea who wields the power to turn steel into stone, rendering all resistance to her tyranny utterly futile. Featuring a groundbreaking combat and weapons mechanic, only you can forge and master near countless weapon varieties in your mission to bring her reign to an end. 

“Blades of Fire is the culmination of years of passion, innovation, and storytelling from the incredible team at MercurySteam,” said Neil Ralley, President of 505 Games. “We can’t wait for players to dive in and forge their legend.” 

Blades of Fire is Available now on Epic Games Store, Xbox and PlayStation, priced £49.99 / $59.99. The digital artbook and soundtrack (20 tracks composed by the award-winning composer Óscar Araujo) is available to purchase through the EPIC Game Store, priced at £3.99 / $4.99.

KEY FEATURES

• THE FORGE: Find Forge Scrolls, develop your forging skills and craft your weapon to suit your fighting style. The chosen weapon family and the materials you create it from will affect characteristics such as weight, length, durability, penetration and edge quality.   
• CHOOSE YOUR WEAPON: Choose between seven different weapon families and over 30 unique Forge Scrolls, which allow almost infinite weapon combinations. Your choice of weapon will be crucial when facing your enemy!  
• TACTICAL COMBAT: A unique and challenging combat system which allows you to attack specific body parts of the enemy. Slash, stab or bludgeon enemies depending on the situation and what the enemy is equipped with. Only the right weapon will allow you to overcome the enemy’s armour.  
• YOU ARE NOT ALONE: Adso is Aran’s companion, a curious scholar drawn into the hero’s journey by fate. Though no warrior, his keen mind and ancient knowledge will prove invaluable. He observes, learns, and chronicles their path, offering insights that may turn the tide of battle. Most importantly, he speaks the lost tongue of the divine forgers—a key to unlocking the mysteries ahead. 
• BE ON GUARD: Over 50 enemy types, including the Queen’s guards, creatures, undead and more. Each enemy has its own unique attack style, weapon, and armour setup.  
• A WORLD FULL OF MYSTERY: Aran and Adso embark on an uncertain mission. The objective is clear, but the path is full of dangers, mysteries and epic settings such as huge castles, maze-like palaces and more. You will know only what our heroes know, your intuition and courage must fill in the rest.  
• AMD FIDELITY: Blades of Fire supports X AMD Fidelity Super Resolution and Frame Generation technology, allowing you to experience blisteringly fast frame rates at high image fidelity. Compatible with any brand of GPU, turn it on in the options along with Frame Generation, and make sure to check out the FPS uplift it provides.

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, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Australia, China and Japan. For more information on 505 Games and its products please visit 505games.com.

About MercurySteam 

MercurySteam Entertainment S.L., doing business as MercurySteam, is a Spanish video game developer based in San Sebastián de los Reyes, Madrid. It was founded by former members of Rebel Act Studios, who had developed Severance: Blade of Darkness in 2001. Other titles include Castlevania: Lords of Shadow trilogy and Metroid Dread.