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Cybernetic Roguelite KIBORG Launches on April 30 on PC, PlayStation, Xbox Systems

Escape a 1300-year prison sentence with the power of extreme violence

1 April, 2025 – KIBORG, the fast-paced action rogue-lite with brutal, cybernetic-enhanced combat from developer Sobaka Studio, gears up for blood-splattering action on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, on PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X|S and One, and PC via Steam. Preorders begin today for the Xbox versions.

Morgan Lee has been accused of war crimes he didn’t commit and sentenced to a 1,300-year sentence on the galaxy’s worst prison planet with no hope of parole. Death provides no escape, as his jailors will keep reviving him until he serves every last second. But one way out does exist: win on Cable Galactica’s hottest game show, “The Last Ticket.”

Starting off with just melee attacks, brutalize waves of foes with kicks and punches, eventually earning ranged weapons like simple pistols up to assault rifles and futuristic firearms that can pack a punch from a distance. Roll to dodge attacks, or use carefully-timed blocks to deflect enemy attacks, just don’t run out of energy.

The Last Ticket’s grotesque host Volkov may be a monster, but he likes entertainment, so Morgan has access to cybernetic implants that increase the strength of his melee attacks, enable literally bone-crushing combos, and enable the usage of giant sledgehammers. What’s a cybernetic upgrade without the ability to unleash special powers like rocket-propelled dash punches and electric shockwaves?

Reviving Morgan after each run will prove to be Volkov’s gravest mistake, as the currency earned each run can go toward permanent unlocks, giving Morgan more and more advantages as he seeks freedom, no matter what it may cost him along the way.

“After spending several years developing KIBORG, and the dramatic change we made after we saw the reception to KIBORG: Arena, it feels relieving to announce next month’s launch,” said Dmitry Kachkov, Head of Sobaka Studio. “Can you make it out of The Last Ticket alive?”

KIBORG launches on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 on PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X|S and One, and PC via Steam. Preorders open for the Xbox versions today, March 31, 2025.

For more information, wishlist the game on Steam, follow Sobaka Studio on Twitter/X, YouTube, join the Discord server, and visit the official website for more updates.

About Sobaka Studio

Sobaka Studio is an indie game developer. Previously released titles include top-down shooter Redeemer and 9 Monkeys of Shaolin – two beat’em ups with epic combat. They are currently working on the twin-stick shooter REMEDIUM available now in Early Access and time survival game REMEDIUM: Sentinels, which both share one grim post-apocalyptic Renaissance setting. Their next title is KIBORG, the rogue-lite with brutal, cybernetic-enhanced combat.

Roguelite Shooter ‘ObliteratorX’ Wanders Post Apocalyptic Australia on PC this Summer 

Blast gnarly mutants in a bloody blend of roguelite and tower defense combat

Tasmania, Australia – March 31, 2025 ObliteratorX, the apocalyptic run and gun shooter from developer Webbysoft and publisher Armor Games Studios, scavenges for survival on PC via Steam Summer 2025 for $9.99 USD.

Mutated monsters have taken over a dystopian echo of The Land Down Under, and the only solution? Over-the-top obliteration!. Craft a fully customizable clone via the detailed character creator, or bare it all as a skinless drone. Conquer Aussie-inspired levels like The Knackered Airfield, a Radioactive Forest, and other sun-baked locales to reclaim the continent. 

Squash gruesome hordes of pesky Hobblers, Scremus, and Monklets shambling towards emitters in each level. Run and gun through enemy waves with an arsenal of pistols, rifles, and shotguns. Master the weaponry, each with distinctive rarity level and perks, ranging from elemental abilities to swift reloading.  

Paint each level red, scavenging for resources, blueprints, and weapons. Deploy drones to fortify defenses, defeat incoming foes, and search for items. Rebuild Australia with an ensemble of allies, including the rugged mechanic Skeggles, AI companion Alfred, and wasteland trader Cuz. 

ObliteratorX is a complete tonal shift from the titles I’ve developed in the past, such as the wholesome puzzle adventure Bilkins’ Folly,” said Luke Webster, lead developer at Webbysoft. “It’s quite different, but who doesn’t love mowing down waves of enemies, guns blazing, to the tune of heavy metal?” 

ObliteratorX arrives Summer 2025 on PC via Steam, with Steam Deck compatibility for $9.99 USD. Available languages include English, Simplified Chinese and German. Follow Armor Games Studios on Bluesky, and Twitter/X for the latest updates. 

About Webbysoft

Webbysoft was formed in 2019 by solo Tasmanian game dev and high school teacher Luke Webster. His debut mobile title, Cracked Crusaders, was created as part of an overly elaborate lesson plan about the game development process. Based out of a small farm, Webbysoft’s stories are inspired by a sense of geographical isolation.

About Armor Games Studios

From its roots as a popular portal for online gaming, Armor Games Studios is a publisher that aims to work directly with and help foster talented indie developers to create unique and engaging games of all types for all platforms. For more information, visit www.armorgamesstudios.com, and follow the company on Twitter @ArmorGameStudio.

Survive Twisted Card-Based RPG ‘Sultan’s Game’ with Malleable Morals Today on PC

HANGZHOU, China – March 31, 2025 – Sultan’s Game, the twisted narrative-driven card-based RPG that crowdfunded over $275,000 in its first week from developer Double Cross Studio and publisher 2P Games, arrives on PC via Steam today.

Sink into sin as the Sultan’s favored courtier, indulging his wicked whims to stave off execution. Every seven days, draw from one of four depraved card categories that command vile deeds. Pursue forbidden desires with Carnality, squander riches with reckless Extravagance, brave deadly exploits through Conquer, or offer up human lives when fate deals Bloodshed. Fail to fulfill a card’s demand within the week and suffer fatal consequences.

Roam a vast realm, from shadowy alleys and smoky brothels to the opulence of the Sultan’s Palace and the sanctity of grand Temples. Endure encounters with savage dogs and roaring lions… or face off against unholy demons and draconian dragons. Gather resource cards like Gold, Convictions, and Nobles to charm citizens and bend the royal court’s opinion. Sharpen the mind, amass gear, complete quests, and rally allies to become an influential force.

Seize control within the Sultan’s cruel game and ascend as a cunning manipulator. What starts as a deadly trial may become a gateway to power and influence. A political rival might serve nicely as the offering for a Bloodshed card, while a Carnality demand could transform a coveted figure into a devoted spouse. Make calculated decisions, as every extreme choice risks alienating close allies, leading to a stalemate in this twisted game.

Become fully immersed in Sultan’s Game’s rich narrative inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, brought to life through a lavish, baroque hand-drawn art style echoing the medieval era. Weave a tangled web of characters with over 1MM words and chase down over 50 multiple endings. Shape the Sultan’s destiny from within the boundaries of his twisted trials: pledge loyalty as a sycophant, orchestrate his downfall, dream of a utopia… or call upon ancient gods for erasure.

“It’s been a long journey, but we’re incredibly excited to finally launch Sultan’s Game,” said Yin Li, Producer and Developer at Double Cross Studio. “Whether you’re discovering the game for the first time or have supported us from the beginning, there are many memorable adventures ahead. We’re truly grateful for all the encouragement and feedback we’ve received along the way, and we look forward to sharing more exciting updates soon.”

Sultan’s Game is now available on PC via Steam for $24.99 USD alongside a 10% launch discount for the next two weeks. Language support includes English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. 

To learn more, check out 2P Games’ official web page, follow on social media, check out Double Cross Studio’s X/Twitter, Instagram, and Threads, and don’t forget to search #SultansGame on X/Twitter.

About Double Cross Studio

Double Cross Studio,based in Hangzhou, China, started a humble crowdfunding campaign in China for its debut title, Sultan’s Game, and received overwhelming support from the global community. After raising over 500,000 Chinese Yen in only 10 minutes and one million in the first 24 hours, the developers are dedicated to polishing every aspect of the game for its highly anticipated upcoming release.

About 2P Games

2P Games is a Chinese publisher specializing in simulation, strategy, and Metroidvania games for PC and consoles. Since 2019, they’ve helped bring titles like the million-sold The Hungry Lamb: Traveling in the Late Ming Dynasty, Immortal Life, Dust to the End, The Chrono Jotter, Time Walker, worldwide hit Showa American Story, and others to global audiences.

VR Animal Rescue Adventure ‘Bearly Escape’ Claws Its Way to Early Access 1 May

Rescue trapped animals from claw machines on Meta Quest 3|3S and SteamVR

HONG KONG – 31 Mar. 2025 – Bearly Escape, the VR adventure puzzle game about rescuing kidnapped animals transformed into toys from developer Time Traveller, drops into Early Access on Meta Quest 3|3S and SteamVR on 1 May.

Explore the dreamlike world of Everwood in search of the protagonist’s missing dog, Robin. Investigate the sinister laboratory of Dr. Kidd, a scientist set on capturing innocent animals, trapping their consciousness into stuffed animals, and imprisoning them in claw machines. Join forces with a brave – and sometimes clumsy – teddy bear to stop Dr. Kidd and free its friends!

Strategically solve increasingly complex puzzles to sneak into eight secret labs. Rescue trapped animals from claw machines using a specialized drone. Help guide rescued animals as they escape intricate platforming levels filled with multiple routes, traps and obstacles, and satisfying rewards!

Revive the once-barren wilderness of Everwood with each animal saved and returned to the forest. Expose the nefarious plans of the shady corporation employing Dr. Kidd as the story unfolds, and find creative ways to disrupt its disturbingly widespread animal capture network.

Collect more than 40 animals and compete globally for the highest score. Catch and rescue as many animals as possible to climb the leaderboard and earn special rewards! Each and every level offers distinct challenges to overcome. Revisit puzzles multiple times to reveal new solutions and experience fresh gameplay with every attempt.

Bearly Escape provides an immersive experience like no other by combining cinematic storytelling with engaging interactive VR gameplay,” said Kelvin Hou, founder of Time Traveller. “The team is dedicated to polishing every detail before Early Access, and we can’t wait to share more exciting news about Bearly Escape.

Bearly Escape will launch into Early Access on Meta Quest 3|3S and SteamVR on 1 May for $14.99 USD. It will support English and Chinese voice acting alongside subtitles for both languages. 

To learn more, follow Bearly Escape and Time Travellers official website.

About Time Traveller

Sparked by ideas about XR, Kelvin Hou, former Microsoft Executive and founder of Beijing movie marketing company Mtime, established Time Traveller just two years ago. With more than 40 talented game industry experts on the team, Time Traveller is dedicated to creating an XR experience that combines immersive storytelling and interactive gameplay in its debut title, Bearly Escape.

Get your Japanese hip hop biopunk action fix in SONOKUNI, out now on Nintendo Switch!

Tokyo, Japan – 31st March, 2025 – Kakehashi Games and Don Yasa Crew are excited to announce that their Japanese hip hop biopunk action title, SONOKUNI, is available right now on Nintendo Switch (with a celebratory 10% launch discount!).

In SONOKUNI, players take on the role of Takeru, a lone assassin tasked with raiding a surreal superpower empowered by biotechnology. Join in her struggle to balance the morality of extreme violence against the defence of her own people, in a story inspired by real-life Japanese mythology (with every moment punctuated with a visceral soundtrack from Japanese developer and hip hop group, Don Yasa Crew).

Are you ready to deliver vengeance? Grab your headphones and pick up the game now!

About Don Yasa Crew

Don Yasa Crew is a 7-person Japanese hip hop group who in 2020 – during the height of Covid pandemic lockdown in Japan – decided to make a game. With live performances impossible, their aim was to convey their particular have-not-hip-hop style through SONOKUNI – a world and story infused with raw energetic music and a fresh biopunk take on Japanese mythology.

About Kakehashi Games

Founded in Tokyo in 2013, Kakehashi Games is a boutique publishing team that strives to build bridges between East and West.  Over the last decade they have helped release over 300 of the most acclaimed indie titles in Japan, including Hollow Knight, Sea of Stars, Dead Cells, Eastward, and more.  As of 2023, Kakehashi Games has become a worldwide publisher as well, with a focus on bringing the best indie games from Asia to the rest of the world. Check their website for more information.

Daedalic Entertainment becomes publisher of Coins, Crown & Cabal

Strategy game shifts to premium model following community feedback and announces substantial update

Hamburg, Germany – 31.03.2025 – Daedalic Entertainment has joined forces with Brunswick-based developer Magni Games as the new publishing partner for the medieval online strategy game Coins, Crown & Cabal. This partnership not only strengthens the future of the game but also marks a significant shift in direction: Coins, Crown & Cabal will transition from a free-to-play to a premium model — a decision made together with Daedalic Entertainment in direct response to player feedback.

“We are aware that some of you followed us specifically for Coins, Crown & Cabal being planned as a Free-to-Play title, but after careful reconsideration we believe that the majority of the community, the game itself – as well as its development – benefit far more from this change,” says developer Magni Games.

The change to a premium model is part of a larger realignment, including a renewed focus on the PC version of the game and the discontinuation of development for mobile platforms. A substantial visual overhaul will accompany this shift.

Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2749050/Coins_C​rown_​_Caba​l/​

Wishlist the game and follow development updates.

Inspired by historical trade and political intrigue, Coins, Crown & Cabal challenges players to:

  • Build and manage a thriving medieval trade city
  • Optimize production lines, refine goods, and master convoy logistics
  • Engage in political machinations, council elections, and shady missions
  • Trade and compete with other players in a persistent online multiplayer world

While previously described as an MMO, Coins, Crown & Cabal is now best understood as a persistent online multiplayer strategy game with a strong economic and political focus.

The updated direction reflects the developers’ original vision — now made possible through the support of Daedalic Entertainment — and will be shaped further in close cooperation with the community.

To this end, multiple alpha testing phases are planned for later this year, giving players the chance to contribute directly to the game’s continued development. Sign-ups will be announced via the game’s Steam Community Hub.

About Magni Games

Magni Games is an indie studio based in Brunswick/Germany. Founded in 2022 by three developers who left their jobs to pursue their dream of running their own game studio. The team has since grown. Together with Daedalic Entertainment, they are working on their debut title, Coins, Crown & Cabal – a medieval economy, politics, and trade simulation.

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.

“Be a Part of It” – Train Sim World VR: New York Arrives Today on Meta Quest!

NEW YORK – March 31, 2025 –Dovetail Games and Just Add Water are proud to announce that Train Sim World VR: New York launches today, bringing an unprecedented simulation experience to Meta Quest 2, Pro, 3 and 3S. Developed by Dovetail Games in collaboration with VR veterans Just Add Water (DIG VR, Sniper Elite VR), this is Dovetail’s first venture into the world of virtual reality.

Train Sim World VR: New York takes place on the Metro-North Railroad Harlem Line – one of the oldest (and busiest) train lines in the USA. You’ll be responsible for safely transporting commuters aboard the M3A and M7A trains, meticulously recreated in VR for a singular simulation experience. Get hands-on in some iconic driver’s seats, and make sure you wave at the railfans along the route!

Two ways to play:

  • Career Mode – Start as a rookie engineer and work your way up by completing challenges, receiving instructions from management, and proving your skills. Compete with friends and players worldwide to become the best of the best.
  • Journey Mode – Looking for a more relaxed experience? Hop off the train and explore the Harlem Line’s stations, collecting souvenirs, taking pictures, and interacting with the environment at your own pace.

When you clock off after a long day, you can unwind in your very own New York apartment. Decorate with the souvenirs you’ve collected, or simply sit back on the couch, relax, and take in your surroundings.

Train Sim World VR: New York is available now for $29.99 here. Get ready to step into the driver’s seat!

About Dovetail Games

RailSimulator.com Ltd, was founded in 2009, re-branded as Dovetail Games in 2013 before the studio was acquired by PulluP Entertainment in 2023. Today Dovetail Games develops and publishes exceptional rail, transport & digital tabletop video game simulations for leading PC and console platforms, as well as publishing content for other developers. For additional information, visit www.dovetailgames.com.

About Just Add Water

Founded in 2006 by British career developer Stewart Gilray, Just Add Water (Development), Ltd is an experienced PC and console development studio specialising in work-for-hire alongside original titles. The company has partnered with a variety of the industry’s most high-profile publishers and developers, on well-loved and award-winning franchises. Clients have included Lorne Lanning’s Oddworld Inhabitants (Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath HD & Oddworld: New ‘n’ Tasty), Bossa Studios (I Am Bread), Codemasters (Micro Machines World Series), Bithell Games (Volume & Volume: Coda), and Outright Games (Ice Age Scrat’s Nutty Adventure).

Paradox Announces New Trade Themed Victoria 3 Add-On

Charters of Commerce Part of New Expansion Pass

STOCKHOLM – 31 MARCH 2025 – It is a century of trade, as technological innovation and imperial expansion unlock new goods for rapidly growing populations in a number of markets. Trade is both the reason for and the result of imperial growth, and can even be a weapon in the subtle game of diplomacy. Find new ways to use the promise and potential of market power in Victoria 3: Charters of Commerce.

Charters of Commerce is a new mechanics pack for Victoria 3, centered on the role of trade in a century of rapid transformation. Charters of Commerce adds more depth and detail to the trade system, including new interactions with national companies and new diplomatic deals. Charters of Commerce is also the first major piece of content in the Victoria 3 Expansion Pass 2, a bundle of add-ons scheduled for Victoria 3 over the next year.

Features of Victoria 3: Charters of Commerce include:

  • Company Charters: grant charters to your nation’s companies to give them an advantage in the cutthroat game of international trade.
    • Trade Charters let companies trade their manufactured goods on the world market
    • Investment Charters allow companies to establish regional headquarters and invest in foreign markets
    • Colony Charters make it possible for companies to govern colonial regions
    • Industry Charters give companies permission to expand their field of business into other types of production.
  • Monopolies: Encourage monopolistic industries in your country, whether it be a highly efficient but costly state monopoly, or a private company monopoly that crowds out competitors in the production of vital goods.
  • Diplomatic Treaties: Sign new types of diplomatic agreements, including imposing uneven trade deals and setting limits on colonization.
  • Prestige Goods: Let successful companies branch out into the production of high quality goods like champagne, establishing your unique cultural imprint on a good type and gaining an edge on your competitors.

Victoria 3: Charters of Commerce will be available on 17 June 2025 for the suggested retail price of $19.99/£16.75/€19.99. It is also available via the Victoria 3: Expansion Pass 2.

Victoria 3 Expansion Pass 2 is the second expansion pass for Paradox Interactive’s popular societal simulation of an era of dramatic change in technology, society and diplomatic affairs. Expansion Pass 2 includes one Instant Unlock, one Mechanics Pack, two Immersion Packs and one Music Pack, all available for a discounted price thanks to Expansion Pass packaging.  .

Victoria 3: Expansion Pass 2 includes:

  • Trade Ships Bonus Pack: Immediately available to all who purchase the Expansion Pass, this art pack adds three new on-map ship models that cross the trade lanes of the world.
  • Charters of Commerce Mechanics Pack: Use the power of trade and business to build stronger ties with friends or to bludgeon your rivals in this Mechanics Pack focused on the economic levers of power. Establish trade companies, manage monopolies and sign new types of treaties as you increase the wealth of your citizens at the expense of others.
  • National Awakening Immersion Pack: Explore the complex and dynamic history of the Balkans. Rising nationalist energies and a fading Ottoman Empire offer new opportunities for the Austrian Empire, as well as smaller regional powers, but these same nationalist energies may threaten the very foundation of the Habsburg regime.
  • Songs of the Homeland Music Pack: Expand your global empire to the accompaniment of new stirring songs to inspire national pride and celebrate the innovations of the modern age.
  • Iberian Twilight Immersion Pack: Revive the fortunes of the Spanish and Portuguese empires. Choose sides in the great political debates of the day and rebuild the global reach that once made your nation the marketplace of the world.

The Victoria 3 Expansion Pass 2 is available for purchase now for the suggested retail price of $35.97/£30.32/€35.97. The cost of the expansion is lower than buying each included item separately, and exclusively includes the Trade Ships Bonus Pack, which will be available to buyers immediately upon purchase.

About Paradox Interactive

Paradox Interactive is one of the premier developers and publishers of strategy and management games for PC and consoles. The players are located all over the world but some of the biggest markets are North America, Western Europe and Asia.

The game portfolio consists of popular franchises such as Stellaris, Europa Universalis, Hearts of Iron, Crusader Kings, Cities: Skylines, Prison Architect, the Surviving games, Age of Wonders and Victoria. Paradox Interactive also owns the World of Darkness brand catalog.

For more information, please visit http://www.paradoxinteractive.com

Jagex Announces New Open World Survival Game: RuneScape: Dragonwilds

  • Set in the beloved RuneScape universe, on the forgotten continent of Ashenfall, players gather, craft, and wield powerful magic in a co-op survival adventure powered by Unreal Engine 5.
  • Launching into Early Access in Spring 2025, RuneScape: Dragonwilds invites players to wishlist on Steam now and join the live deep-dive reveal on Twitch, 15 April at 17:00 BST. 

Monday 31 March, 2025, Cambridge, UK. Jagex is thrilled to announce RuneScape: Dragonwilds, an all-new open world survival crafting game set in the beloved RuneScape franchise. Wishlist RuneScape: Dragonwilds on Steam today to be notified of the game’s release, and to be amongst the first to experience this epic new adventure.

On RuneScape’s forgotten continent of Ashenfall, dragons have awoken. Gather, build, skill and craft to survive in this co-operative survival crafting game. Only by mastering survival and uncovering ancient secrets can you hope to slay the Dragon Queen—alone or with allies. 

Wield wild, transformative magic to survive and level up skills to overcome challenges in this brand-new adventure powered by Unreal Engine 5. Explore a stunning, hand-crafted landscape infused with magical energy in an adventure that blends high fantasy with light RPG elements and iconic RuneScape lore. 

Harness the power of Anima to reshape your experience. Summon spectral axes to fell trees in an instant or channel nature’s energy to repair broken armour. Discover RuneScape: Dragonwilds unique progression system to unlock new spells, crafting recipes and abilities, providing adventurers countless ways to interact with the world around them. 

Play solo or with up to three friends as you venture into the never-before-seen continent of Ashenfall, a land hidden since time immemorial. Uncover ancient secrets, battle legendary RuneScape creatures, and discover a world filled with mystery, danger, and unforgettable encounters. Will you master the arcane to survive, or succumb to the unforgiving dangers of the wild?

“We’re so excited to finally give players a glimpse at the next entry in the RuneScape franchise today with RuneScape: Dragonwilds,” said Jon Bellamy, Jagex CEO. “RuneScape: Dragonwilds is an entirely new RuneScape experience set within the iconic world of Gielinor and is a game which is worthy of wearing the RuneScape name.

“From the very beginning, community feedback has been at the heart of RuneScape: Dragonwilds. We’ve already conducted closed alpha tests with some of our closest community members, and we’ll be listening to player feedback when building the game throughout Early Access. We’ve built an entirely new team filled with industry veterans who are focussed on making sure that RuneScape: Dragonwilds  sits naturally within the RuneScape franchise, and a game that is loved by both our biggest RuneScape fans and entirely new players alike.”

RuneScape: Dragonwilds will launch into Early Access in Spring 2025 and can be added to your Steam wishlist today. To be among the first to see RuneScape: Dragonwilds in action, tune in to Twitch at 17:00 BST 15 April for a special deep dive into the game.

About RuneScape: Dragonwilds

The latest game in the RuneScape franchise, RuneScape: Dragonwilds is an open world survival crafting game set on RuneScape’s forgotten continent of Ashenfall, where dragons have awoken. Players will need to gather, build, skill and craft to survive. Only by mastering survival and uncovering ancient secrets can they hope to slay the Dragon Queen—alone or with allies.

About Jagex

A leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower our communities across PC, mobile and consoles. Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 300 million player accounts to its world and is a $1billion + lifetime revenue franchise. Today the RuneScape franchise exists beyond live operations; our titles are forever games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds. Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly active worlds and our community-focussed development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped.

In 2022, Jagex expanded with the acquisitions Gamepires, bringing its expertise in building forever games to SCUM, a multi-million selling open-world survival title in Steam Early Access & other unannounced titles. Jagex employs more than 600 people globally, and is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom.

Spirit of the North 2 Arrives This May – Embark on a Mythic Nordic Adventure!

The long-awaited sequel to the beloved fox adventure is coming to PC, Playstation and Xbox Series S/X, with an exquisite Signature Edition for collectors.

Macclesfield, UK – March 31st, 2024. The call of the North beckons once more! Indie publisher Silver Lining Interactive and developer Infuse Studio are thrilled to announce that Spirit of the North 2 will launch on May 8th, 2025, bringing its stunning world of folklore, adventure and mysticism to PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X. In addition to the digital release, an extraordinary physical Signature Edition for PC and PlayStation 5 will offer devoted fans a treasure trove of handcrafted collectibles.

This long-awaited sequel in the critically acclaimed series transports players into a vast and awe-inspiring world where a lone fox and its raven companion must embark on a perilous journey of healing, discovery, and ancient magic deeply rooted in Nordic legend. Wishlist Spirit of the North 2 now on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S/X, and prepare to step into an unforgettable adventure. 

An Epic Journey Awaits

Step into a world brimming with stories, as you take on the role of a lone fox, guided by a loyal raven companion. Your quest? To free the lost Guardians from the sinister grip of the dark shaman Grimnir. Across the untamed beauty of the Northern Isles, you will uncover ancient mysteries, harness newfound abilities, and cleanse the land of corruption in a saga of survival, magic, and legend. Immerse yourself in over 16 hours of rich, atmospheric gameplay, where every step uncovers new secrets and every challenge brings you closer to destiny.

Key Features

  • Forge Your Own Path – Customize your fox (and raven!) with a variety of appearance options.
  • Explore a Majestic Open World – Harnessing the full power of Unreal Engine 5, traverse breathtaking landscapes across diverse, hand-crafted regions. 
  • Face Legendary Guardians – Cleanse corrupted spirits in epic encounters.
  • Harness Ancient Powers – Unlock mystical abilities to overcome obstacles.
  • Unravel the Secrets of the North – Seek out runes of power and unveil the land’s hidden lore.
  • A Living, Breathing Soundscape – Immerse yourself in a dynamic soundtrack that evolves as your adventure unfolds.

A Collector’s Dream – The Signature Edition Awaits

For those who seek an even deeper connection to the world of Spirit of the North, the Signature Edition offers a stunningly curated selection of premium collectibles enclosed in an oversized collector’s box with exclusive cover art. Inside, fans will discover:

  • A signed, full-color art & lore booklet
  • Two embroidered patches
  • Four intricately crafted metal character pins
  • Two breathtaking art cards
  • A duo of mystical Runescript cards

The Spirit of the North 2 Signature Edition is available for pre-purchase now for PC and PlayStation 5, exclusively from Silver Lining Direct, the official store of Silver Lining Interactive. Explore additional physical editions here.

The spirit of the North calls on May 8th. Will you answer? Wishlist Spirit of the North 2 now and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime.

About Silver Lining Interactive 

Silver Lining Interactive is a brand new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.