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NETMARBLE RELEASES DEVELOPER COMMENTARY VIDEO FOR NEW OPEN-WORLD RPG THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: ORIGIN

LOS ANGELES – JULY 31, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, has unveiled a new developer commentary video for its upcoming open-world action RPG The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin. The video features key Netmarble F&C developers answering fan-submitted questions from the game’s official Discord community, offering new insights into the story, characters, and core gameplay systems. The video is now available on The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin’s official YouTube channel. 

The Q&A features commentary from core members of Netmarble F&C, including the Executive Producer, Lead of Quest, Level, and Scenario, Executive Art Director, and Lead of Content Systems. They shared a broad overview of the game, highlighting battles against fearsome demons, exploration of hidden dungeons, and an exciting adventure through the vast world of Britannia. 

The developers also teased narrative and gameplay elements where the story will focus on Tristan and familiar characters from the original series, while introducing other new and unique heroes as well. Players will build a team of four characters to engage in strategic combat, with various heroes to collect and deploy beyond the main protagonist.

Targeting a late 2025 release, the team emphasized their dedication to delivering a polished experience. Following the game’s reveal at Summer Game Fest in June, they confirmed The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin will appear again at gamescom 2025 in August. 

Questions not covered in the commentary video will be addressed in follow-up posts on the game’s Discord. In celebration of the video’s release, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is also hosting community events through its official X and Discord channels. 

Based on The Seven Deadly Sins, the popular Japanese manga and anime IP that has reached 55 million copies in global sales worldwide, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin follows the success of The Seven Deadly Sins: GRAND CROSS, a RPG that surpassed 70 million downloads around the globe. Developed by the same team, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin will feature a multiverse storyline original to the game and an expansive open world across the continent of Britannia, allowing players to collect heroes from The Seven Deadly Sins and Four Knights of the Apocalypse to customize their combat style and shape their own adventure. 

The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is set for a simultaneous global launch on PlayStation 5 (exclusive on console), Steam for PC, and mobile, with support for 12 languages. Fans can visit the game’s official brand site to learn more about The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin such as the game’s characters, universe, and future roadmap, along with global pre-registration via email. 

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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.

Hidden Pictures: Agent Q – Huge DLC Drop is Available Now

The puzzle adventure celebrates its first DLC launch! 

Seoul, South Korea, 31st July 2025 – Released as a Meta Quest exclusive on 27th February 2025, Newmatic’s Hidden Pictures: Agent Q has delighted players with its immersive, mixed reality puzzle gameplay. Today, it’s time to celebrate the launch of the first DLC for Hidden Pictures: Agent Q.

Players can look forward to even more exciting adventures as Agent Q, travelling across the Monia asteroids, which the friendly Muddle call home. As each asteroid is its own civilisation, there are many more weird and wonderful characters and locations to explore. All whilst putting a stop to those pesky Tumai space pirates! 

The Tumai want the Muddle’s precious Galaxy Orbs, introducing twelve new pirates to succeed. They’ll need to be captured and placed in the Collection Tower post haste! To do so, players will need to explore the twenty new maps in the DLC, with five found in each of the Museum, Western, Megacity and Halloween themes. Players will need to complete the core campaign before unlocking these additional stages.

To make this more of a challenge, three new puzzle types have been added, making Agent Q’s job even harder!

“We’re truly grateful for the love players have shown for Agent Q. This DLC was created to bring even more adventure and joy to your collecting experience,” said Oh Sung, Newmatic CEO. “We hope you enjoy every moment—and don’t let those sneaky pirates get away!”

KEY DLC FEATURES

  • Puzzle Frenzy –  Three new puzzle types have been added!
  • Pirates Galore – Expand your Tumai collection with 12 new pirates!
  • More Adventures –  Explore 20 new maps across the Museum, Western, Megacity & Halloween themes (making for a total of 82 maps!)
  • New Cinematics – Each chapter will feature new cinematic endings.

The Hidden Pictures: Agent Q DLC update is available to download now, for free. The core game can be purchased on the Horizon Store for $19.99 USD/£15.99 GBP/€17.99 EUR. To celebrate the DLC launch, from the 1st to 4th August, enter the code FLASH30 for a 30% discount!

Designed as a fun-filled puzzle game for all ages, in Hidden Pictures: Agent Q, you take on the role of the titular Agent Q, alongside your trusty intern Agent R. As agents of B.A.R.D., you’re tasked with helping save the Muddles from a band of space pirates called the Tumai, who want to steal the Galaxy Orbs protecting the Muddles’ home planets. Explore over 80 miniature worlds, filled with characters and secrets. Featuring Adventure, Puzzle and Boss modes, there’s plenty to keep intrepid Agents busy! 

About Hidden Pictures: Agent Q:

The peaceful Muddle are in trouble; only the special agents at B.A.R.D. can help! The Tumai, a menacing cohort of space pirates, has attacked Monia – the collection of asteroids the Muddle call home – with the intent of destroying the Galaxy Orb protecting each asteroid. As Agent Q, you must put a stop to this attack, solving puzzles to piece each Galaxy Orb back together, whilst uncovering the hidden Tumai.  

About Newmatic:

Newmatic Co., Ltd. is an XR content production studio based in Seoul. Since its founding in 2019, the company has launched projects that blend cinematic excellence with distinct original worlds.

Its notable works include the horror survival PC game The Strange City and the miniature travel animation Ellie’s Travel Diary. Hidden Pictures: Agent Q is Newmatic’s latest XR project.

BUS FLIPPER: RENOVATOR SIMULATOR OUT NOW ON STEAM

Watch today’s new trailer to get in the mood for the satisfying work of bus flipping!

NICOSIA, Cyprus – July 31, 2025 – Polden Publishing and developer Project Zima invite you to start your renovation career in Bus Flipper: Renovator Simulator, out now on Steam! This new sim for rusty old buses that’s like House Flipper on wheels is available for $12.95 with a 25% launch discount. Gear up and turn rust buckets into masterpieces: smash through clutter, scrub away grime and give these forgotten vehicles new life by turning them into cozy motorhomes, quirky food trucks and more!

Step into the boots of a one-man renovation crew in Bus Flipper: Renovator Simulator! Buy abandoned buses, vans and RVs, clean out years of rust and dust, and unleash your creative side as you make them ready for sale. Work on iconic vehicles like the American school bus or a double decker.

Complete missions to grow your business and skills as a bus flipper: clean up absolutely-not-illegal science gear in a rusty motorhome or restore a bus after a speedy trip across LA. Flex your interior design muscles with free-form customization, where you can personalize projects with interactive décor, demolish old interiors to make them feel like new, or tear everything down and rebuild from the wheels up.

  • Drive Iconic Vehicles: Go hands-on with diesel-powered city buses, magical multilevel buses and everything in between. Build up your vehicles and drive them around!
  • Fuel Your Customization: Rebuild from the ground up, install new walls and finish surfaces with tile or panels, and personalize your creations with interactive TVs, radios, swivel chairs and more.
  • Build Your Business: Complete missions to grow your skill set, tackle side-quests to earn extra cash, and spend it in the marketplace or reinvest it in your business.

Ready to get your hands dirty and work on iconic vehicles? Jump into Bus Flipper: Renovator Simulator on Steam now!

To learn more about Polden and the games in its publishing line-up, visit polden.gg and join the Discord community.

About Polden

Polden Publishing is an indie game publisher dedicated to helping talented creators connect with their audience. We provide transparent, honest, and data-driven support, empowering developers to bring their unique visions to life. To find out more, visit polden.gg.

About Project Zima

Project Zima is a team of inspired romantics with extensive experience in game development. At long last, we’ve decided to leave behind tedious commercial projects and focus on the games we’ve always dreamed of making. We love buses and the sense of freedom they bring. A home on wheels is a dream—let’s dream it together.

IT’S SHOWTIME! Outright Games Releases New Gameplay Trailer for NBA BOUNCE

FEATURING A NEW EXCITING LOOK AT THE PARTY MODE AND ACTION-PACKED MATCH GAMEPLAY

  • Execute perfect passes and game winning long shots 
  • Run 3 on 3 matches with friends and family in the fun local multiplayer mode
  • Jump into party mode and enjoy seven unpredictable settings to inject new challenges into your match
  • Check in and lead one of the 30 NBA teams to championship glory 

London, 31st July 2025 – Outright Games, the leading publisher of family-friendly interactive entertainment, is excited to showcase its action-packed new gameplay trailer for NBA BOUNCE. Developed by Unfinished Pixel, the new gameplay trailer showcases the exciting basketball game releasing September 26th, 2025 on PlayStation 4®, PlayStation 5®, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.

The gameplay trailer for NBA BOUNCE offers a first in-game look at the basketball title, showcasing the high-energy matches, creative customization options, and the chaotically fun party mode. 

The trailer introduces four distinct game modes: Quick Match for fast-paced 3v3 games where you can play with up to 4 players; Season, where players guide a team through a full NBA season to the Finals; Tournament, which lets 1–4 local players create custom brackets with their favourite teams; and Party Mode, which brings unexpected, rule-bending mayhem.

Party Mode is a standout feature, where each quarter introduces one of nine unpredictable rule modifiers. From Electroball, which shocks players who hold the ball too long, to Ball Pop!, where the ball bursts into confetti, every match offers a fresh challenge. Other modifiers like Gold Rush, Live Ball, and Folding Rim add even more twists, perfect for competitive local multiplayer with friends and family.

Customisation is front and centre in the trailer. Players can design a baller to their liking, or let their imagination run wild with creative, wacky designs. Players can also take to the court as NBA mascots from iconic teams including the Chicago Bulls, Denver Nuggets, Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets, Miami Heat, and Milwaukee Bucks.

Stephanie Malham, Managing Director of Outright Games, said, “We’re thrilled to share the first gameplay trailer for NBA BOUNCE, a title that captures the spirit of basketball in a way the whole family can enjoy. With intuitive controls, couch co-op multiplayer, and a vibrant, accessible design, NBA BOUNCE will deliver fast, fun-filled basketball action for fans across the globe. We can’t wait for players of all ages to jump in and experience the game for themselves this September.”

NBA BOUNCE will be coming to PlayStation 4®, PlayStation 5®, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam on September 26th,  2025.

About Outright Games

Outright Games is a global video games publisher who specialise in bringing quality family entertainment to a worldwide audience. Founded in 2016, Outright Games has established its place in the market delivering engaging interactive games based on beloved entertainment licenses globally. Outright Games brings stories and characters to life with titles including favorites such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed, SpongeBob SquarePants: The Patrick Star Game and PAW Patrol World with Paramount Game Studios, Bluey: The Videogame with BBC Studios and Ludo Studio, Barbie Project Friendship with Mattel, Inc. and Peppa Pig: World Adventures with Hasbro. With an Outright Games title there will be fun for all the family to enjoy.

About Unfinished Pixel

nfinished Pixel is a 17 people independent game studio based in Barcelona and founded in 2014. They are dedicated to craft fun experiences while exploring the different game genres they love. You may know them for Spy Chameleon, Super Volley Blast, Super Tennis Blast or Super Soccer Blast.

Brand-New Board Game The Witcher: Legacy Announced!

CD PROJEKT RED and Go On Board today announced the next board game set in The Witcher universe, The Witcher: Legacy.

Spotlight:

  • The Witcher: Legacy is a story-driven adventure that can be played either solo or cooperatively with up to four players.
  • The game features a rich, branching narrative with consequences that carry over from session to session.
  • Anyone who follows — and later participates — in the project on Gamefound will receive an exclusive Gorgon monster miniature.

Marking the third Witcher-world board game collaboration between CD PROJEKT RED and Go On Board, The Witcher: Legacy is a story-driven adventure for 1–4 players. In solo or cooperative modes, they take on the role of Wolf School witchers and hunt down those responsible for a brutal attack that left the school devastated — but not fully destroyed.

Taking place across multiple scenarios, this main adventure features a sprawling and branching narrative. Players will be faced with difficult decisions that will shape their story and weave a unique, immersive tale that carries consequences from one session to the next.

The game takes place in the kingdom of Kaedwen, where players will explore vast lands, battle monsters, train their skills, and manage limited resources — all the while seeking to unravel a conspiracy that threatens the very existence of witchers.

The Gamefound page for The Witcher: Legacy is now live. Whoever follows the project now — and later participates in the crowdfunding campaign — will receive an exclusive Gorgon monster miniature, a creature that has never before appeared in any Witcher video game.

Previous games co-created by CD PROJEKT RED and Go On Board have achieved massive success. Released in 2022, The Witcher: Old World ranks among the top 10 biggest board game crowdfunding campaigns of all time. With over 192,000 copies sold, it remains a global bestseller. To stay up to date on the project as it progresses, and to follow the campaign itself, check out The Witcher: Legacy on Gamefound today.

About CD PROJEKT RED

CD PROJEKT RED is a game development studio founded in 2002. The studio’s flagship titles include the futuristic RPG Cyberpunk 2077, its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty, and The Witcher series of games, including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and its two expansions. In collaboration with studio TRIGGER, CD PROJEKT RED also created the award-winning Netflix anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, set in the same universe as the game. Together with GOG.COM, a game store offering hand-picked titles for PC and Mac, CD PROJEKT RED is part of the CD PROJEKT Group. CD PROJEKT S.A. is listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (ISIN: PLOPTTC00011).

About The Witcher franchise

Created by CD PROJEKT RED, The Witcher is a series of dark fantasy role-playing games that has sold over 75 million copies to date worldwide and garnered over 1,000 awards. The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, which follows the story of Geralt of Rivia, was released in 2015 for PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4, and later in 2019 for Nintendo Switch. In 2022, a next-gen update for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5 was released. The game has won a total of 250 Game of the Year awards and sold over 60 million copies worldwide. The upcoming single-player open-world role-playing game The Witcher 4 marks the beginning of a new saga, focusing on protagonist Ciri as she embarks on the Path to become a professional monster slayer. The Witcher games are set in the universe created by Andrzej Sapkowski in his series of books.

About Go On Board

Founded in 2015, Go On Board is a Polish board game publisher known for its successful crowdfunding campaigns and strong community engagement. The studio regularly attracts large and active player communities, creating games that are praised around the world. Its portfolio includes hits like Valhalla, Titans, The Witcher: Old World, The Witcher: Path of Destiny, and its latest release, Cyberpunk 2077: The Board Game. The team is currently working on The Witcher: Legacy. Go On Board aims to set new standards in the board game industry by combining high-quality components, refined mechanics, and immersive storytelling. The studio actively invites its community to co-create games, using crowdfunding as a platform for a shared journey. Go On Board creates games that not only deliver thrilling entertainment but also connect people through shared experiences, turning every game session into an unforgettable adventure.

Cronos: The New Dawn Launches Sept. 5 — Story Trailer & Pre-Orders Live Now

The Highly Anticipated Survival Horror Title Confirmed for Nintendo Switch™ 2 as well as PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S

The wait is over! Bloober Team, the acclaimed Polish studio, announced today the official release date for its highly anticipated new title, Cronos: The New Dawn. The game will launch worldwide on Sept. 5, 2025, and is now available for preorder on PC (Steam, Epic Games Store), PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S. In a surprise announcement during today’s Nintendo Direct, the game will also launch on the Nintendo Switch™ 2 system.

Alongside the launch date reveal, Bloober Team released a haunting new story trailer, packed with chilling environments and narrative teases. The trailer also introduces the concept and secrets of Soul Harvesting, giving players their first real look at the characters they’ll encounter on their journey to the past. “The human race – an anomaly, yet the perfect one…” These chilling words set the tone for the psychological and physical horrors that await players in Cronos: The New Dawn.

Bloober also announced the details and pre-order kick-off for digital and physical editions. Digital pre-orders are now live across the storefronts of all major platforms: PC, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch™ 2. A physical edition for PS5, produced in partnership with Americas physical distributor Skybound Games, is also now available for pre-order at select retailers including GameStop and Amazon.

For preorders on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, players can choose between two editions: 

  • Standard Edition ($59.99 USD)
  • Deluxe Edition – which includes 48-hour early access on Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S. ($69.99 USD)

On Nintendo Switch™ 2, the game will be available for digital pre-order in the Standard Edition only ($59.99 USD). A physical edition from Skybound Games for PS5 ($59.99 USD) will include a unique Traveler skin and access to a cache of valuable digital supplies, along with a set of collectible physical stickers inspired by the haunting world of Cronos. PS5 physical editions will include a Standard Edition game disc.

Preorder now on Steam, Epic, Microsoft Store, and PlayStation. Players that preorder the Deluxe Edition get 48-hour early access starting Sept. 3.

For more information and to receive updates on this one-of-a-kind horror experience go to www.cronosnewdawn.com or visit the following social media channels: X, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Discord.

About Bloober Team:

Founded in 2008, the Kraków-based studio Bloober Team specialises in creating deep and immersive horror games. With a team of over 250 creative specialists, the studio continuously pushes the boundaries of storytelling, delivering rich and complex narratives to players worldwide.

The studio’s award-winning portfolio includes titles such as the Layers of Fear series, Blair Witch, Observer: System Redux, and The Medium. Bloober Team’s most recent project, developed in collaboration with Japanese publisher KONAMI, was the highly anticipated remake of the iconic horror game SILENT HILL 2. The game has received widespread acclaim, earning positive reviews and numerous nominations and awards, including Game of the Year at the Horror Game Awards and Best Game of 2024 by IGN Japan.

In October 2024, the studio announced its newest title – Cronos: The New Dawn – a sci-fi survival horror set to launch in 2025.

Learn more about our projects by visiting our official website: www.blooberteam.com and following us on social media:

About Skybound Games:

Skybound Games is a division of Skybound Entertainment, the go-to launchpad for original stories and world-class IP across all forms of entertainment – comics, television, film, video games, audio, merchandise and collectibles.

Skybound Games publishes, produces, and globally distributes video games across all genres, from award-winning gems like Before Your Eyes and Goodnight Universe, to blockbuster series like Telltale: The Walking Dead. It’s latest expansion includes Skybound’s first in-house game development studio Quarter Up, which will release the highly anticipated tag fighter Invincible VS in 2026.

Capcom Reveals Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection at Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase

New RPG Hatches in 2026 for Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam

London – July 31, 2025 – During today’s Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase presentation, Capcom announced Monster Hunter Stories™ 3: Twisted Reflection. This all-new adventure is the latest installment in the popular RPG series where Monster Riders embark on thrilling journeys across the vast world of Monster Hunter™. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection will soar onto Nintendo Switch™ 2, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam in 2026.

Watch the Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection reveal trailer below.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection tells the story of two nations on the path to ruin. Amidst the growing crystal encroachment facing the lands of Azuria and Vermeil, the discovery of a mysterious egg gives cause for hope. From the shell hatches a monster long thought to be extinct, a Rathalos. However, this glimmer quickly gives way to despair as a second monster emerges from the egg. The twin Rathalos share the same mark as the twin Skyscale Rathalos, portents of destruction that hearken back to a civil war waged 200 years ago. As the environment deteriorates and monsters face extinction, the flames of war once again begin to stir.

In this tale, players take on the role of the heir to Azuria. Blessed with special abilities leading them to become the leader of the Rangers and sole Rathalos Rider in the kingdom, the protagonist passionately performs their duties, protecting monsters and investigating egg quartz. However, a life-changing event soon drives them to investigate the strange phenomena threatening the world. In their search for the truth, they set out for the forbidden land beyond the northern Meridian.

The hero is joined in their quest by Eleanor, princess of Vermeil. Troubled by the worsening situation, she offers herself as a ‘hostage’ to Azuria in hopes of easing tensions between the two nations. Moved by the efforts of the Rangers, Eleanor and her cherished Monstie Anjanath come along for the ride, seeking to uncover the true intentions of her sister, the Queen of Vermeil. Bound together by the encroaching shadow of calamity, they step into the torrent of fate and venture into forbidden ground.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection launches in 2026 for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. For the latest updates, visit the official website and follow Monster Hunter on Instagram, X (Twitter), and Facebook.

ABOUT CAPCOM

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld, and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™, and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or news.capcomusa.com.

FISH ON! FANTASY RPG ‘CALL OF ELYNDRA,’ DEMO AND FISHING COMPETITION KICKS OFF

Ready Your Tackle Box And Practice Your Reel; Elyndra Welcomes Friendly Fishing Competitors From Far And Wide

Dorado, Puerto Rico, 31 July 2025 | Quorum Games is excited to announce that their new demo for the upcoming fantasy life sim, Call of Elyndra is out now on Steam! Experience one of the game’s key features by fishing for a variety of species that call the waters of Elyndra home. There will be a fishing competition monitored through Discord where players can compete for bragging rights, digital rewards, and engage in some friendly fishing banter. The competition will reset each week, so players can compete for the best ‘Catch of the Week”. 

Gone Fishing
The Village of Elyndra has kindly invited you to their coveted local fishing spot. Here you will discover a wide variety of species, yours to catch if you can! Baiting your hook with worms or shad, you might capture a Common Sunfish, Bass, or Trout. If you’re lucky, you may reel in a Rare Koi or Golden Trout. For a greater challenge, try your luck at catching the Mythical Lanternfish. The game’s demo features three rarity levels for each fish, gradually unlocking each rarity as you catch more fish.
Tap to fine-tune the position, and press and hold your mouse to reel fish in. The dynamic ‘fish band’ moves up and down the reeling meter, simulating the struggling fish. Each catch feels unique, with the size and movement speed changing for each variety of fish you attempt to catch.

A Player Experience As Unique As You  

Call of Elyndra is a top-down adventure game that introduces players to Elyndra, a village threatened by an empire seeking to seize their land. The Elyndirans have entrusted you with a humble abode to call home. Now, you must earn their trust by helping the community in the village’s dire time of need.

Whether you are drawn to peaceful farming or action-packed combat, Call of Elyndra offers two distinct play styles for your liking. Manage your dream estate by planting crops, fishing, raising livestock, and selling goods at the town market to earn gold. Tend to the unique needs of your garden by rotating your crops across four full seasons to maximize your yield. Complete narrative-driven farming quests, and continue to share your contributions with the townspeople to increase your affinity points with each villager to unlock stat bonuses to learn lore. Gather resources to earn XP points to spend on farm-focused skill trees. These skills will improve your chances of obtaining higher-quality item drops, such as crops and gems. Additionally, you can enhance livestock breeding, boost your fishing success, and increase the normal growth time of plants.

Unique combat and exploration  

Chain unique combinations of different fighting styles with your sword and bow while perfecting your timing on dodge rolls. Increase your reputation by undertaking brave and dangerous quests. As you explore various dungeons that feature environmental puzzles, you’ll gradually make your way to the center, where boss battles await. This exploration not only offers valuable loot but also progresses the main questline narrative forward, uncovering the story behind the threats you face and the world around you. After completing quests, you will earn XP points to spend on a combat-focused skill tree. Improve your swordsmanship and archery skills to increase your attack damage and learn new abilities.  

Fishing Demo Features:

  • Scenic Views: Feast your eyes on the vibrant beauty of Elyndra’s most coveted local fishing spot. 
  • Exotic Species: Cast and collect 6 unique fish species, ranging from Common, Rare, and Mythical, using 2 different bait options. 
  • Skill-Gated: Players must land 3 catches in a row before Rare species appear, and 5 in a row for Mythical. 
  • Clever Fishing Controls: Enjoy intuitive ‘Hold & Tap’ controls: Press and hold to reel in, and tap to fine-tune your fishing position in the dynamic target window. It’s as easy as that! 

Call of Elyndra will launch in early access for PC later this year. Make sure to add Call of Elyndra to your wishlist on Steam

About Quorum Games

Quorum Games is a video game studio with its members spread all across the world. It aims to create the most outstanding games inspired by both remembered and forgotten console classics. The key members of the team, including Michael Schaffer and Lliam Sedawie of LVLup, are known figures in the RPG Maker community. Quorum Games currently works on Call of Elyndra – their debut action RPG/cozy game hybrid.

Sculpt Your Dream, Ghibli-Inspired Kingdom in City Builder RAEV at Gamescom 2025!

Your charming, fox-like citizens await your rule, my liege!

[Oceanside, California – July 31, 2025] — Unlock the keys to your kingdom for the first time at Gamescom 2025! RAEV: Kingdom on the Distant Shores will debut its first playable demo at the Ravine Games booth, located at hall 10-1, booth B060 from August 20th – 24th! 

Developed by Ravine Games and published by V Publishing, RAEV provides players with a strategic adventure spanning an entire continent. RAEV is an innovative city builder that combines large-scale world building, strategic resource management, and dynamic storytelling that is largely impacted by your decisions. 

The demo featured at Gamescom will give prospective rulers a first taste of power. Freely sculpt every aspect of your kingdom, from the smallest village to the most populated cities. Engage in real-time combat as you seek a triumphant victory to protect your citizens. With 60+ building types and 20+ unit types across 3 distinct biomes, you can build your kingdom how you see fit. Begin to familiarize yourself with your Raevins and their unique personalities and quirks; they’re the lifeblood of your kingdom! 

Key Features of RAEV:

  • Your Kingdom, Your Empire: Design intricate cityscapes across your entire kingdom, from populous cities to the most remote villages. Make choices that will define the fate of your Raevins, and build numerous cities across your kingdom for them to call home.
  • The Fate of a Kingdom: Balance resource management, trade, diplomacy, and set up defenses to ensure your kingdom thrives in the face of ever-growing challenges.
  • Meet the Raevins: Whether gathering resources or leading expeditions, each Raevin has a unique personality and skill, playing a crucial role in building your empire. Their destinies are yours to shape. 
  • Freedom to Build: Build without grid restrictions, placing structures and roads exactly where you want, allowing for limitless creativity. From towering castles to serene gardens and bustling trade hubs, shape a world that stands the test of time. 

Dive into the RAEV demo ahead of its official 2026 release at the Ravine booth (Hall 10-1, Booth B060) during Gamescom 2025 from August 20th – 24th! Eager rulers can wishlist the game on Steam today.

About Ravine Games

Ravine Games is a newborn studio aimed at crafting creative, immersive, and accessible games with a touch of charm. Their focus is on narrative games that push the boundaries of what’s possible and give the player a sense of personal ownership of their experience. The studio’s first project is RAEV, a kingdom-builder where you forge an entire empire from a single village.

About V Publishing

​Spawned from video game marketing firm Vicarious PR in 2018, V Publishing is a games label dedicated to Strategy, Simulation, and RPGs for PC and consoles.

XLGAMES Reveals Vision for ArcheAge Chronicles in New Producer’s Letter

Seoul, South Korea – July 31, 2025 | Today, XLGAMES lifted the curtain on the future of the ArcheAge franchise with a personal letter from Executive Producer Ham Yongjin, offering the first in-depth look at ArcheAge Chronicles, an ambitious new online action RPG set 50 years after the events of the original game.

Rather than a sequel or reboot, ArcheAge Chronicles marks a bold reimagining of the franchise. Set in a revitalized Auroria, players will step into the shoes of pioneers returning to a once-forsaken land now stirring with new life, mysteries, and dangers.

“We didn’t want to just do a sequel or remake what came before,” writes Ham. “We saw an opportunity to tell a completely new story in a familiar world—and to build something that both honors the spirit of ArcheAge and moves it forward in exciting ways.”

A New Genre, A New Experience

Unlike its MMORPG predecessor, ArcheAge Chronicles will be a shared-world online action RPG, offering faster, more focused gameplay while preserving the series’ emphasis on exploration, community, and discovery.

Combat has been rebuilt from the ground up, featuring combo-based mechanics, real-time dodging, weapon swapping, and gear-driven skill chains designed to reward smart, strategic play.

Beyond combat, Chronicles places heavy focus on narrative-rich exploration. There are no glowing quest markers or rails. Instead, players will uncover hidden temples, encounter strange characters, and discover long-lost secrets buried in the ruins of Auroria, all guided by curiosity rather than traditional systems.

Legacy Systems, Reimagined

Beloved ArcheAge features like lifeskills, crafting, and housing return with meaningful upgrades. Housing is now shared across channels, allowing players to create persistent, social spaces. NPC housemates, interactive furniture, and expanded community-building tools aim to deliver a more immersive and personal experience. Crafting remains a key pillar, directly tied to character growth and a player-driven economy.

Looking Ahead

While still early in development, ArcheAge Chronicles has already undergone initial focus group testing, with more opportunities to join upcoming playtests on the horizon.

“We’re building Chronicles for both longtime fans and newcomers,” Ham adds. “It’s a fresh start that carries the heart of ArcheAge into a new era.”

Fans can read the full Producer’s Letter now on Steam and are encouraged to follow ArcheAge Chronicles on X (formerly Twitter), wishlist the game on Steam, and subscribe to the official YouTube channel for future updates.

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