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Duskfade, A New 3D Action-Platformer Inspired by the Classics, Coming 2026 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, & PC

Shatter the shackles of time in an all-new 3D action-platformer

LONDON, UK – April 10, 2025 – Fireshine Games is delighted to introduce Duskfade, an all-new 3D action-platformer inspired by classic platformers of times gone by, coming to the PlayStation®5 (PS5) system, Xbox Series X|S, and PC in 2026. Add the game to your Steam Wishlist today.

Embark on an unforgettable adventure as Zirian, a young workshop apprentice, as he sets out to restore time itself in a world enshrouded by eternal night. Shatter the shackles of time as you jump, swing, and slash through a vibrant clockpunk world, blending nostalgia with modern gameplay in this timeless love letter to action-platformer classics.

Explore stunning realms shaped by the Master Clockmakers, each filled with mystery, magic, breathtaking vistas, and endearing characters. Navigate a wondrous world of ethereal forests, underwater realms, sunlit dunes, and cloudy heights in a diverse universe teeming with secrets to uncover.

Jump, dash, grapple, and glide through thrilling challenges that rekindle the magic of classic action-platformer favourites, and experience a timeless coming of age tale of heart, loss, and courage in a masterful blend of dynamic platforming and fast-paced combat.

Duskfade is a gorgeous action-platformer that recalls the classic gameplay of some of our all-time favourite 3D platforming games,” said Sarah Hoeksma, Chief Marketing Officer at Fireshine Games. “The game’s developer – Weird Beluga – is an immensely talented team, with a wealth of enthusiasm for platformers and an eye for crafting incredible, gorgeous worlds to explore. We’re so excited for fans of 3D platformers to discover the wondrous world of Duskfade next year.”

About Weird Beluga

Weird Beluga is a small independent team dedicated to creating unforgettable gaming experiences. Their debut title, Clid the Snail, won Best Game of the Year and Best Art at PlayStation Talents in 2019 and was released on PC and PlayStation in 2021 in partnership with Koch Media.

Their latest project, Duskfade, is an action-platformer that blends nostalgia with innovation. Weird Beluga continues to push boundaries with creative storytelling and immersive gameplay.

About Fireshine Games

Fireshine Games is a global publisher of digital and physical video games based in London, England, with a focus on finding fun and bringing innovative indie gems to players around the world. Originally established in 2014, Fireshine Games has built a portfolio of digital titles and indie sensations, including award-winning titles Core Keeper and Shadows of Doubt, while partnering with studio giants to bring digital hits to physical release, including Lies of P from Neowiz, Balatro from Playstack, and Planet Zoo: Console Edition from Frontier Developments. Fireshine Games is part of the EG7 group of companies.

Action Footballer Rematch Scissor-Kicks to PC, PlayStation & Xbox on June 19

Register for Open Beta April 18, and Secure Your Spot on the Starting Lineup by Preordering Today

Football, Futbol, Calcio, Futebol, Voetbal, Soccer: No matter how you say it, it’s the world’s greatest game – hands-on available tomorrow

PARIS (April 10, 2025) – From the team that created Sifu comes a game like no other on June 19: Rematch, an online multiplayer football experience designed by Sloclap to embody the beautiful game. Rematch launches on PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 on June 19 for $29.99, and fans are able to preorder now across three available versions to make sure they are ready for kick-off. Registrations for Open Beta on April 18 are open now at www.playrematch.com/.

The anticipated second trailer was released today for Rematch, giving fans a new, closeup look at the game’s team-based mechanics and signature football moves you will have to master if you want to win.

Aspiring pros can join the open beta by registering at www.playrematch.com. The beta runs from April 18 – 19 on PC/Steam and will feature all of the excitement of 5v5 and 4v4 matches around the world. Start training now to be the best you can be when the game drops on June 19. 

Teamwork, strategy and skill are at the core of Rematch. Set against a variety of virtual backdrops, Rematch brings forth the core essence of what it means to play football from the perspective of the player on the field. 

The gameplay is designed for nonstop competitive play – there are no fouls, offsides or VAR. Control one player on the field for an intense showdown of 5v5, or choose from a variety of quickplay modes, evolving tactics and decisions to fit the moment-to-moment needs of the match. Just like the beautiful game in real life, precision is everything. 

Fans wishing to be part of the starting lineup are able to preorder any one, or all, of the available editions: Standard, Elite and Pro Edition here

The Standard Edition ($29.99)

  • Nab a spot on the team with the base game and make sure you don’t miss out on the action on Day 1
  • Show your team spirit with an exclusive “early adopter” Sloclap cap, available to everyone who pre-orders

The Pro Edition ($39.99)

  • The contents of the Standard Edition PLUS:
  • 72 hours early access – build your stats and gain ground in your training
  • A Captain Pass Upgrade Ticket gets you into the upper tier to unlock all rewards of the Battle Pass – more challenges, more rewards
  • Blazon player background and title for the ultimate player card – a design that is as unique as you are
  • Blazon jewel set and Blazon Buckler tank top defines you as a seriously hardcore player

The Elite Edition ($49.99)

  • The contents of the Pro Edition PLUS:
  • Additional Captain Pass Upgrade Ticket 
  • Glitcher trainers that give your footwork the dazzle it deserves
  • Blazon Augmented Reality Cage gives you homefield advantage for your matches
  • Digital blazon cap to complete the perfect player outfit

Pre-order now on Xbox, PlayStation and Steam. Visit www.playrematch.com to register for Beta invites, and follow @PlayRematch on Twitter.

About Sloclap

Paris-based Sloclap is an independent game development studio known for blending diverse gameplay mechanics into visually captivating, action-driven titles. With celebrated releases like Absolver and Sifu, the studio has demonstrated a passion for martial arts and dynamic, third-person action experiences that have been lauded by international media, including several award nominations. With a team of over 100 talented developers, Sloclap is now bringing its immersive approach to online football, delivering a game that raises the bar for competitive multiplayer sports.

TINYBUILD REVEALS SPEEDRUNNERS 2: KING OF SPEED, COMING TO PC IN 2025 & CONSOLES IN 2026

The legendary high-speed platformer returns, now featuring head-to-head competitive action for up to eight players!

SEATTLE April 10, 2025 – During today’s Triple-I Initiative showcase, video game publisher tinyBuild (Graveyard Keeper, Potion Craft, Kingmakers) and developer Fair Play Labs (Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl) announced SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed, launching on Steam later this year, as well as PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch in 2026. The sequel to one of the most beloved indie sensations of the last decade, this fast-paced platformer features totally new challenges and the same high-stakes action fans love – now with up to eight players joining the fray. Get your first look right now with the game’s debut trailer!

The ultimate competitive platformer is back! Outrun, outjump, and outsmart your rivals in cutthroat online and local races for up to eight players. Master your movement, conquer expertly crafted maps, use powerful pick-ups, and swing around with a grappling hook. Run like your life depends on it – just don’t get knocked off-screen!

The original award-winning SpeedRunners, developed by DoubleDutch Games, was released in 2016. It has since grown into a party game hit with a thriving community and over 10 million players since launch. Dubbed the ‘Mario Kart of 2D platformers,’ it still has an active tournament scene going strong today.

SpeedRunners was the game that kickstarted tinyBuild’s publishing journey 12 years ago, and we are thrilled to breathe new life into this timeless franchise,” said Alex Nichiporchik, CEO of tinyBuild. “SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed will take everything to the next level while preserving what made the original so great and memorable. We’ve even brought in the incredibly talented team at DoubleDutch to consult on the game to make sure of it. A huge thank you to our incredible community for supporting the game over the years. Things will be moving fast from here. It’s time for a speedy run!”

KEY FEATURES

  • THE NEXT GENERATION OF SPEEDRUNNERS:SpeedRunners 2 captures the depth, thrill and fluidity of the original game for a new era, introducing vibrant high-definition graphics and improved netcode for an incredible platforming experience.
  • GOTTA GO FAST:Choose your character from a cast of eccentric superheroes, both returning and new, and face off in intense races for up to eight players, local and online, across beautiful tracks inspired by the retrofuture superhero utopia of the 1960s.
  • MASTER COMPETITIVE PLATFORMING:Run, jump, slide and swing to victory by any means necessary! Learn the layouts of precisely tuned maps, use booster pads and pick-ups, wall jump and grapple, open and close pathways, and more to gain the edge.
  • BE FAST AND FURIOUS: Ruin friendships and make split-second decisions to become the King of Speed! Knock rivals off-screen and eliminate your foes with powerful pick-ups like missiles, traps, freeze rays, and a grappling hook that pulls runners in front of you.
  • RUN AS YOU ARE:Accessible to newcomers yet rewarding for die-hard PvP rivals, SpeedRunners 2 lets you chase your own challenge. Compete in tournaments, create custom challenges, and climb the leaderboards, or host private lobbies for laid-back fun.

SpeedRunners 2: King of Speed will be released on Steam this year and is available to wishlist now! The game will also come to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch in 2026. For more information, visit speedrunners.com, and follow the game on Twitter/X, join the Discord or check out r/SpeedRunnerGame for the latest news and updates.

About Fair Play Labs

Fair Play Labs is a game development studio dedicated to crafting high-quality, engaging interactive experiences. With a strong track record in both original and licensed IPs, we specialize in creating visually striking and mechanically polished games across multiple platforms, including the critically acclaimed Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl 2, nominated for Best Fighting Game of the Year. www.fairplaylabs.com

About tinyBuild

tinyBuild started as an indie game developer and morphed into a developer-publisher you can’t miss. The company’s dedication to creating long-term partnerships and elevating recognizable franchises has resulted in many successful collaborations with talented developers from all over the world. The company has released dozens of games, including the Hello Neighbor series, Graveyard Keeper, SpeedRunners, DUCKSIDE, and more. Although headquartered in the Seattle Area, USA, the company has established a strong global presence with studios across the US, The Netherlands, and Eastern Europe. https://www.tinybuild.com

JOTUNNSLAYER: HORDES OF HEL INTRODUCES NJORD – GOD OF HIGH SEAS & WEALTH

Maritime Mayhem Arrives with Game-Changing Weapons Update

Košice, Slovak Republic – Global Indie Game Publisher Grindstone and developer Games Farm today announced a new content update for Jötunnslayer: Hordes of Hel, introducing Njord, the God of the High Seas and Wealth, bringing maritime might and a brand-new arsenal of weapons to the game for each epic hero.

Njord introduces maritime might to the realms, allowing players to:

  • Summon aquatic monsters from the abyss
  • Take advantage of unique water bases skills
  • Directly enhance gold acquisition, retention, and chest spawns with new passive abilities

Each hero now wields two additional brand-new weapons:

  • Beserker – Sea Wolf’s Axes and Jagged Axes
  • Seerees – Tidecall Staff and Totemic Staff
  • Revenant – Serpent Bow and Composite Bow
  • Flame Sister – Pirate Dagger and Cruel Dagger

Dive Deep into the arsenal with our new weapons guide video

And to mark the occasion, a new ‘Into Hel – Dev Diary’ has been released, featuring a closer look at the new content and future roadmap.

About Games Farm 

Games Farm is an independent game development studio with a team of more than 50 people, headquartered in Kosice, Slovakia. It specialises in developing premium cross-platform titles for PC and consoles with a portfolio of over 20 titles released to date. From a small unknown studio, Games Farm has evolved into a globally recognised RPG developer with renowned brands like the Heretic Kingdoms franchise and an ever-increasing roster of quality titles.

About Grindstone 

Grindstone is a videogame production and publishing company with a strong background in game development based in Slovakia. It was founded in 2017 as a spin-off from the well-established Slovakian development studio Games Farm to create new opportunities and support game developers in delivering creatively and commercially viable games that can compete on global markets.

SnowRunner Keeps on Trucking with “Season 15: Oil & Dirt,” Available Now on PC & Consoles!

Journey to the new region of Quebec with two new 4km² maps, a variety of challenges and two mighty vehicles

PARISApril 10, 2025 – Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive are thrilled to introduce the 15th major installment of SnowRunner’spost-launch updates with “Oil & Dirt,” a new season set in the French-Canadian region of Quebec! Available today for all Year 4 Pass owners on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC and Mac, Season 15 builds on its new region with two mighty new trucks and two new large maps.

Build and launch a gigantic off-shore oil drilling platform!

Welcome back to the harsh winter of the Great White North! After taking players to Ontario, British Columbia and the Yukon, SnowRunner travels to Canada once more and introduces the French-Canadian province of Quebec, a new region featuring two 4km² maps with new activities and challenges awaiting around every corner.

Among these will be the construction of a new oil drilling platform, the organization of a major festival celebrating the local fisheries, and the construction of a Climber’s Lodge high atop Quebec’s mountain ranges. That’s not all though, as the local government will also need your off-roading expertise to set up a brand-new highway system.

Add the Sleiter ST816 & Mercer K520 to your garage!

Season 15 also delivers two brand-new trucks, each with their own specialities to help you take on the frigid Canadian weather. The Sleiter ST816 “Elephant” is a large, heavy tractor designed exclusively for semi-trailers. Its true might comes from its enormous power, allowing it to pull the heaviest cargo SnowRunner can throw at it. The Mercer K520 shines with its sheer agility, allowing it to serve a variety of purposes, from support truck and light transport truck to search-and-rescue specialist.

Like all seasons, Season 15 also comes with 10 free stickers and two new trailers for all SnowRunner players.SnowRunner’s “Season 15: Oil & Dirt” is available now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC and Mac—and automatically granted to all owners of the Year 4 Pass or 4-Year Anniversary Edition.

Join the SnowRunner community, share feedback and get exclusive rewards on our new Focus Together platform.

Out Now: Barotrauma Update Calm Before the Storm dives deep with new content

Jupiter, Europa – April 10, 2025Life aboard a submarine isn’t supposed to be easy. And thanks to the new Barotrauma update, Calm Before the Storm, it’s about to get even darker, more disturbed, and violent.

The latest major update for the side-scrolling undersea pressure cooker Barotrauma is now live on Steam. Daedalic Entertainment and developers FakeFish & Undertow Games are bringing new ways to die, new things to shoot, and fresh bugs to accidentally hug.

Whether you’re brave enough to explore alien ruins, reckless enough to throw hands in PvP, or just looking to yell at bots in new and exciting ways, Calm Before the Storm delivers another batch of improvements, reworks, and lovingly implemented chaos. All carefully tuned to ensure one thing: you’re never truly safe beneath Europa’s ice.

Key Features in Calm Before the Storm:

  • Reserve Bench for Permadeath Mode: Players can now recruit bots into reserve and bring them into action when needed — a long-requested addition that also works in standard campaigns.
  • Alien Ruins & Mission: Explore three new ruin modules and take on the “Lost in Ruins” mission, which encourages deeper exploration of alien remains.
  • New PvP Outpost: An alien ruin-themed outpost has been added to the “Outpost Deathmatch” mode for more variety in player-versus-player encounters.
  • Loading Screens & Visual Enhancements: Updated level backgrounds and new loading screen artwork add to the game’s atmosphere and immersion.
  • Expanded Abandoned Outposts: 14 new modules for abandoned outposts have been added, created by longtime community modder NotWendy.

Gameplay and System Improvements:

  • Radiation Balancing: Jovian radiation is now less punishing early on and more dangerous in later stages. Some creatures will benefit from radiation exposure, increasing the threat level.
  • Submarine touch-ups: Reworked the Remora, plus smaller tweaks for the Kastrull and Winterhalter subs.
  • Bot AI refinement: Fixes for ladders, targeting, fire response, and more improve the bot experience significantly.
  • Performance & Bug Fixes: Various optimizations and technical improvements across the board.

The update is now available to all players via the main Steam branch. A public beta has also been running under the “Unstable” branch for those who want an early look at upcoming content.

About Barotrauma:
Developed by Undertow Games and FakeFish, Barotrauma is the ultimate 2D co-op submarine simulator where survival is an afterthought and betrayal is just another day at the office.

About FakeFish and Undertow Games:

Barotrauma, an underwater, outer-space game of teamwork and ever-present Danger, reached 1.0 in March 2023 after several years in early access on Steam and continues to receive regular updates. Embracing mod-ability and open development, Barotrauma is built in close communication with its players, and its Steam Workshop hosts over 50,000 fan creations. Barotrauma began as a freely downloadable project by Undertow Games, the solo developer of the free open-source horror game SCP – Containment Breach. Later, the award-winning fellow indie studio FakeFish joined the project with their team of industry veterans and fresh talents to launch Barotrauma on Steam. Based in Turku, Finland, the joint studio continues to support Barotrauma with further updates while also developing future game titles.

About Daedalic Entertainment
Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher that has supported indie developers for over 17 years, bringing its titles to every major gaming platform. The lineup of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new lineup of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include New Cycle, Barotrauma, Unrailed!, REVEIL, Potion Tycoon, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish!, and more.

Please look out for upcoming games, including The Occultist, Woodo, Once Upon a Puppet, Wild Woods, and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house, Nacon.

Hotel Architect Opens Its Doors For Final Playtest 

Join the final playtest from April 24 – 29 and discover a brand-new location 

Watford, UK – April 10, 2025: Publisher Wired Productions and developer Pathos Interactive begin check-in for the final playtest of Hotel Architect taking place April 24 – 29. Ahead of its release into Steam Early Access, the upcoming playtest will offer players a sneak peek at what’s to come in the ultimate tycoon and hotel management simulator. Players can register now to secure their place. 

In this upcoming playtest, players will be introduced to two playable locations: Gothenburg, the coastal hub of Sweden, and Paris, a vibrant city famous for its art, fashion and culture. Each location is complete with its own scenario and sandbox modes, as well as several unique objectives, items, guest types, zones and more.

Key features of the final Hotel Architect playtest:

  • Advance in a career campaign or get creative in the sandbox mode.
  • Design your layout and watch as the construction workers lay the foundations and bring your dream hotel to life.
  • Freely select from several unique zones and design exquisite hotels to impress customers and critics.
  • Expand over two locations: Gothenburg and Paris. 
  • Manage a wide range of staff and contractors.
  • Welcome up to six guest types who will be sure to keep you on your toes/

This playtest is an opportunity to provide valuable feedback and become a part of the development journey as the game moves forward into Steam Early Access. Sign-up now for the Final Playtest.

About Wired Productions 

Wired Productions is a true Indie Publisher proudly presenting a diverse range of specially curated games from some of the greatest storytellers and independent developers. Named as “Indie Publisher of the Year” at the MCV / Develop Awards, Wired is home to an award-winning collection of titles including: KARMA: The Dark World, DIG VR, Gori: Cuddly Carnage, Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles, Arcade Paradise VR,  Martha Is Dead, The Falconeer, and Deliver Us the Moon. Upcoming titles include: Hotel Architect and Beneath.

Find @WiredP on  YouTube, Discord, and  Twitter/X or search Wired Productions on Google. 

About Pathos Interactive 

Pathos Interactive is a game studio founded in 2015, headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. The company is driven with a deep passion by gamers with an ambition to make the best games, striving for excellence and releasing one quality game at a time. Having released the real-time strategy game, Bannermen, on Steam, Pathos are currently working on Hotel Architect, a management and simulation game.

Journalist Moe Watanabe sets out to uncover the truth about the rumors spreading in H City

Torrance, Calif. — April 10, 2025 — Aksys Games announced today that new additional content, Spirit Hunter: Death Mark Chapter 7 Kaerazu’s Amusement Park, has been released for the award-winning horror visual novel Spirit Hunter: Death Mark on Nintendo Switch™. This all new chapter offers a different perspective on events from the original Spirit Hunter game.

In this new story, rookie occult journalist Moe Watanabe pays a visit to Yashiki at Kujou Mansion to find that he is missing, along with Mashita. She ventures to an abandoned amusement park on the outskirts of the city in an attempt to find them, but rumor has it that if you go in, you’ll never return. Could this be the cause of her companions’ disappearances? With the help of Tsukasa, Shou, and Daimon, follow along with Moe’s journey as she sets out to unravel the mystery of the disappearances and the truth behind the Great Kaerazu.Spirit Hunter: Death Mark Chapter 7 Kaerazu’s Amusement Park, is available now from the Nintendo eShop for $9.99. Please download patch 01.02 in order for the additional content to be compatible with the base game. The additional content can be accessed via the title screen without completing the original game.

The Spirit Hunter series has garnered numerous awards and perfect scores. Of Spirit Hunter: Death Mark, Pure PlayStation said, “[It] is a great visual novel filled with creepy moments and horror around every corner. The combined elements of sound designed to keep you on edge and art that will shock you in both quality and severity act together to create an experience that kept me engaged from beginning to end.” Digitally Downloaded commented, “Death Mark is a magnificent example of how a more literary approach to horror can really work within the context of a video game.” 

In Spirit Hunter: Death Mark, A strange rumor is spreading in Tokyo’s H City: those who bear the Mark will die. Unexpectedly appearing on the body, like a chewed up birthmark, the Mark is said to result in an unknown death. Now, having lost your memory, you stand before a mysterious house said to protect those who possess the Mark. As the doors swing open, the countdown to death has already begun. Be ready, for when a spirit does attack, crucial mistakes mean certain death.

Spirit Hunter: Death Mark has been rated “M for Mature” by the ESRB. For more information, visit spirit-hunter.us. To stay up to date on all the news, follow Aksys Games on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok at @AksysGames, and join our Thursday livestreams on Twitch at AksysGames, with stream highlights and trailers on our YouTube channel.

About Aksys Games

Aksys Games Localization, Inc. is a Metacritic Top Five video game publisher committed to publishing unique and high-quality interactive content for all current-generation platforms since 2006. The company was a pioneer in localizing otome games for Western audiences, including the award-winning Code: Realize and Collar X Malice series. Its lineup of games features the wildly successful BlazBlueUnder Night In-Birth, and Guilty Gear franchises, Little Dragons Café, and the award-winning Spirit Hunter: Death Mark and Spirit Hunter: NG adventures. Aksys Games and its unique products can be found on the company’s website, www.aksysgames.com.

Big Helmet Heroes – Exalted Edition now available physically for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch

Immerse yourself in a game that pushes the boundaries of animation!

Madrid, Spain – 10 April 2025Meridiem is pleased to announce that Big Helmet Heroes, an epic 3D beat’em up featuring adorable knights and worlds filled with amazing situations, is now available in physical format for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Developed by Exalted Studio and physically published by Meridiem, the physical Exalted Edition takes this epic adventure to a whole new level for beat’em up fans! 

Meridiem is leading the design and manufacture of this exciting Big Helmet Heroes – Exalted Edition and has created a superb edition worthy of any gamer’s collection! In addition to a full retail version of the game for either PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch, the physical edition will include a special case with new artwork, a couch-coop heroes sticker, and an art book.

Step into the world of Big Helmet Heroes, a cinematic 3D beat’em up adventure that combines stunning visuals, movie-quality animations, and exhilarating action. Join adorable knights on a quest across fantastical realms. Play with a friend in two-player co-op mode to rescue the princess and uncover even greater challenges ahead!

Immerse yourself in a game that pushes the boundaries of animation. Our state-of-the-art visuals breathe life into each hero and environment, making every battle spectacularly vivid. 

4 distinct combat styles

  • The Warrior, skilled with both sword and shield balances attack and defence masterfully, a true asset on the battlefield. Strategic use of the shield complements the swordsmanship.
  • Meet the Brute, a formidable presence with a massive two-handed weapon. The slower pace is offset by powerful strikes that can decisively shift the course of the battle.
  • The Rogue, a master of stealth and speed, wields twin daggers to silently take down enemies. Rapid, stealthy attacks inflict a deadly force before the foes are even aware of the danger.
  • The Monk, in tune with nature, combines aerial agility with fluid movements. Wielding a deceivably simple staff to create a dance of destruction is as effective as it is beautiful.

Features

  • Co-op Gameplay: Experience the joy of cooperative gameplay in local co-op mode. Tackle enemies together, strategize your next moves, or just enjoy the chaos of battling side by side with your friend.
  • Expansive, Imaginative Worlds: Explore levels that push the boundaries of creativity, each more surprising and visually stunning than the last. The vibrant backdrops and intricate designs set the stage for unforgettable adventures.
  • Unique Hero Powers: Each hero comes with their own special abilities that can demolish obstacles and enemies alike. These superpowers are not only unique but also visually explosive, adding an extra layer of excitement to your gameplay.

Big Helmet Heroes – Exalted Edition is now available in physical format for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.

For more information, visit www.meridiem-games.com 

About Meridiem

We are Meridiem, a video game publisher and distributor in love with its culture, which we protect and pass on in order to preserve it. We do this by fostering talent through investment in independent projects with potential, bringing back classic titles, promising indies and AAA games while continuing to support the physical format.

About Exalted Studio

Nestled in the sunny South of France, our cosy studio is home to a passionate team of creators. At Exalted Studio, we blend skill with imagination to craft games that delight and inspire players worldwide. We’re not just a studio; we’re a small crew of about a dozen people, a family that loves to laugh, dream, and create together. Join us on this playful journey to make the world a bit more fun, one game at a time!

STAR STUDDED DATE EVERYTHING! LAUNCHES DIGITALLY ON JUNE 17TH WITH THE PHYSICAL EDITION AVAILABLE AFTER 

The romantic house dating sim featuring one of the biggest cast of stars ever in games is ready to be in your embrace  

Thursday, 10th April 2025 – Team17 Digital and Los Angeles-based developer Sassy Chap Games have announced their sandbox dating simulator, Date Everything! will launch on June 17th 2025 for PC, Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. 

Watch this video where Skylar (voiced by Felicia Day) explains how Dateviators work

Date Everything! let’s you explore a world where even the most ordinary objects hold romantic potential. Equipped with “Dateviator” glasses, players chat with everything from the laundry basket to the air itself, discovering unique personalities and outcomes.  

Get ready for a summer of love with the physical edition that will then launch across all platforms. More information can be found on the Date Everything! website.

Date Everything! features: 

  • 100 fully voiced datable characters for players to fall madly in love with.
  • Branching dialogue that leads to multiple endings for each character.
  • Over 4 hours of music with each dateable character featuring their own theme.
  • 11,000+ hand-drawn images.
  • 1.2 million words and 70,000 voicelines.
  • A fully interactive 3d overworld that changes based on choices made in the playthrough. 

Featuring full voice acting with a huge cast of familiar voices, including Felicia Day (Supernatural, Fallout), Ben Starr (Final Fantasy 16), Critical Role star Matt Mercer, BAFTA Award winners Laura Bailey (The Last of Us), Neil Newbon (Baldurs Gate 3), Troy Baker (Indiana Jones and The Great Circle), Ashley Burch (Horizon series) and more! 

About Sassy Chap Games 

Sassy Chap games was founded by three voice actors in 2018: Ray Chase, Robbie Daymond, and Max Mittelman. Their first game, Date Everything!, was conceived as a fun project that played to their strengths – voice acting, writing, and sound and music production. Over the next four years, they would slowly gather a team of miscreants to join their wacky band and put together a vertical slice that eventually caught the attention of legendary publisher Team17. Since late 2022, this part-time project morphed into full-time infatuation as the initial dream of creating a world with 100 dateable characters was realised. Now a company 50+ strong, Sassy Chap Games hopes that Date Everything! lives up to its lofty promise. 

About Team17 Digital 

Founded in 1990, Team17 Digital is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Part of Team17 Group plc, which floated on AIM in 2018, Team17 Digital has an extensive portfolio of over 120 titles, and fully encapsulates the spirit of independent games. Winner of the ‘Publishing Star’ award at the 2023 Develop: Star Awards, Team17 Digital has assembled a portfolio of multi-award-winning and award-nominated in-house brands include Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the iconic Worms franchise, alongside its games label partner titles, including the award-winning games Blasphemous, Greak: Memories of Azur, DREDGE, and the Overcooked! franchise.