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

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

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

More information on the POPUCOM Partners program will be made available soon.  The standard and deluxe editions will be available in North America for an MSRP of $19.99 and $24.99, respectively, in digital format on PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. The deluxe edition of POPUCOM will include the “Too Many Clothes” DLC, which comes with four complete outfit sets and a total of 12 cosmetic items. Any players who purchase the game and log on between June 1 at 8 p.m. PT and June 15 at 8 p.m. PT will also unlock two bonus sets of skins, for a total of six unique costume variants.

POPUCOM is a multiplayer co-op platform adventure game. As an adventurer, you are summoned to an unknown planet to embark on an exoplanet expedition with your friends. Face various enemies and use engaging items and techniques to eliminate threats and restore the world to its former glory. The game features two main modes: a narrative-driven story mode designed for two players, and a high-energy “Party Mode” for three to four players, perfect for chaotic fun and shared laughter. Both modes can be played in local or online co-op. Additionally, there are several accessibility options, including a “colorblind assist mode” with customizable color schemes and a “color enhancement mode” to boost the functional colors of adventurers and map objects. Whether solving mysteries or diving into fast-paced action, POPUCOM delivers a cooperative experience packed with charm, humor, and excitement.

Key Features:

Engage in Fun-Filled Co-Op Gameplay: Work together with your friends to take on a variety of challenges. Effective cooperation and strong teamwork are the only ways forward. Whether facing powerful enemies or tackling complex puzzles, you’ll need to work together to triumph!

Embark on a Colorful Adventure: Color plays a crucial role in this fantastical world and is key to everything, from puzzle solving to combat. Switch colors to activate mechanisms and solve puzzles, and shoot Pomu gel in different colors to change the surroundings and impact enemies. Master the techniques of color switching and match-3 shooting to overcome puzzles and defeat enemies!

Use Items to Work Miracles: During the journey, you will acquire items known as “Super artifacts”. Examples of these wondrous artifacts include Rollo the Bomb, Captain Kitty, Barrier Bot, and Power Kid. Each grants a unique ability that helps remove obstacles and solve puzzles throughout your adventure.

Let Your Style Shine: The adventure isn’t just about combat, it’s also about showcasing your style! Pick from a selection of gear and cosmetics in the Closet and combine them to create tons of unique looks. Then, set off on the journey in your personalized style!

Enjoy Arcade Mini-Games: In addition to exciting battles and engaging puzzles, POPUCOM includes many enjoyable mini-games. Head to the in-game arcade room for some lighthearted arcade fun during breaks from the main stages.

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

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About GRYPHLINE

GRYPHLINE is a global publisher that aims to bring unique and high-quality gaming experiences to players across the world. Ex Astris, was the company’s inaugural launch and received critical acclaim for its depth of gameplay and stunning visuals. Upcoming titles include Arknights: Endfield,andPOPUCOM, which have received accolades thus far and fans can look forward to experiencing the games at events this year. GRYPHLINE is also taking steps to offer services from R&D support, localization, marketing to customer service for expanding its global business. More information can be found here on the official company site www.gryphline.com

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

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

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

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

Wild West General Store Simulator on Steam

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

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

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

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

Features:

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

About SunDust

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

Wholesome adventure Pine Hearts joins Secret Mode

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Pine Hearts

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

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

About Secret Mode

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

For more information visit: wearesecretmode.com  

About Hyper Luminal Games

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

For more information visit: hyperluminalgames.com

Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Makes Its Way onto PC and Modern Consoles Today

London (May 23, 2025) Originally released in 2002, Capcom’s iconic samurai survival action game Onimusha™ 2: Samurai’s Destiny returns today to thrill a new generation of players on the PlayStation®4, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox One, and PC via Steam with enhanced graphics and modern upgrades! Step into a dark, twisted reimagining of feudal Japan where folklore collides with samurai legend in an epic tale of vengeance.

The best-selling entry in the Onimusha™ series, Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny follows the gripping journey of Jubei Yagyu, a master swordsman whose home village was decimated by Nobunaga Oda and his formidable army of demons. Gifted with Oni powers after a mysterious encounter, Jubei sets out on a path of vengeance, vowing to punish and defeat the evil Nobunaga.

From the Sengoku Period to the Modern Era

This classic returns in remastered form with enhanced HD visuals and introduces a variety of new features and quality-of-life updates:

  • Modern Gameplay Upgrades: With added features like newly refined controls, seamless weapon switching, auto-save, skippable cut-scenes, and high-resolution visuals, this remaster offers a smoother and more intuitive modern gaming feel while staying true to the original classic samurai action experience.  
  • More Difficulty Options: Take on the all-new “Hell” mode for a challenging test of your samurai combat skills. Try your best to block, dodge, and execute counter attacks, because just one hit may result in an immediate game over. Players who want to sit back and immerse themselves in the samurai story can also try “Easy” mode, now available from the start of the game.  
  • Expanded In-Game Gallery: Uncover more than 100 newly added pieces of classic artwork and 43 soundtrack selections from the original game in the expanded gallery.
  • Mini-Games Unlocked from the Start: Previously available only after completing the game, players can now enjoy numerous mini-games, including: The Man in Black, Team Oni, and Puzzle Phantom Realm at any time.

Affinity and Action

Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny also challenges players with a blend of satisfying swordplay and a branching narrative with an affinity system, meaning players must think carefully in both battle and when interacting with allies.  

  • Satisfying Swordplay: Master a range of exhilarating combat moves, including Critical Attacks which are powerful, timed strikes that can deal instant death upon enemies. Players can trigger different types of Critical Attacks depending on their position and timing. Equip various weapons to unleash unique Magic Attacks and tap into the fearsome Onimusha Transformation to become an unstoppable force.
  • Affinity System: Build relationships with a colourful cast of allies, including the fierce warrior Oyu; the strategic Magoichi Saiga, chief of the Kishu Saia Gun Team; the master spear wielder Ekei Ankokuji; and Kotaro Fuma, a skilled ninja. Your interactions and decisions shape the story, unlocking different paths. With branching narratives and multiple story outcomes, the game offers numerous journeys to explore, increasing its replay value.

The Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny remaster is now available on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PC via Steam. The game supports a variety of subtitled languages, including English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Russian, Polish, Korean, and Arabic.

Players with save data from Onimusha™: Warlords remaster can unlock a special outfit for Jubei in Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny inspired by the first title’s main character, Samanosuke Akechi. The “Onimusha 1 + 2 Pack” bundle, including both remasters, is also available now on PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PC via Steam.

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, Singapore 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.

Capcom, and the Capcom logo are registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. in the U.S. or other countries. Ace Attorney, Devil May Cry, Mega Man, Monster Hunter, Resident Evil and Street Fighter are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Capcom Co., Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries, in the U.S. and/or other countries. All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.

Surreal, but true: Elden Ring really is getting a live-action film

Somehow surreal, but really true: Bandai Namco has made work on a live-action film adaptation of FromSoftware’s Elden Ring official. Together with film studio A24, the project will be directed and scripted by Alex Garland, who we know from films such as Ex Machina, Annihilation and most recently Civil War.

The film is being produced by Peter Rice together with Andrew Macdonald and Allon Reich from DNA, with George R. R. Martin and Vince Gerardis also involved as producers. The well-known author George R. R. Martin (Game of Thrones) is responsible for the background story and mythology of Elden Ring.

Since its release in February 2022, Elden Ring has sold over 30 million copies worldwide. You might not really be able to imagine a film adaptation yet, but hey, Minecraft and Pac-Man were also made into films. Fans explore vast landscapes and dangerous dungeons in a dark fantasy world to face challenging battles.

In addition to the planned film adaptation, Elden Ring will also be back in the spotlight in the video game world in the coming weeks: Elden Ring: Nightreign (Pre-order here), a cooperative spin-off that offers new characters, threats and game mechanics, will be released on 30 May. Elden Ring Tarnished Edition, a new version of the game for Nintendo Switch 2, will also be released in 2025.

Shuten Order Announced – New Game from Danganronpa Creator Launches September 5

In a somewhat surprising turn, Kazutaka Kodaka, creator of Danganronpa and the recent The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy-, is already gearing up for his next title. Alongside his team at Too Kyo Games and in collaboration with publisher Spike Chunsoft, Kodaka has officially unveiled Shuten Order following a mysterious teaser earlier this year. Shuten Order is set to launch worldwide on September 5 for Nintendo Switch and PC and is described as a “multi-genre adventure” that blends five completely different gameplay systems, including stealth-horror, visual novel storytelling, and a romance-tinged detective game. In typical Kodaka fashion, it’s weird, wild, and full of potential.

The game takes place in a world teetering on the brink of destruction. A fanatical religious group known as the Shuten Order has established its own nation, only for its founder to be mysteriously murdered. By a divine miracle, he returns from the dead—but with no memory of his past and only four days left to live. Now known as Rei Shimobe, and guided by two self-proclaimed angels, the resurrected prophet must uncover the identity of his killer to achieve full resurrection. The suspects? Five ministers within the Shuten regime. Depending on who you accuse, both the story and the gameplay branch into five dramatically different paths, each with its own unique mechanics.

The creative minds behind Shuten Order (Pre-order here) include Kazutaka Kodaka, Takumi Nakazawa, and Takekuni Kitayama, with music once again composed by Masafumi Takada, known for his iconic work on Danganronpa and No More Heroes.

Metal Gear Solid Delta Opening Movie Delivers Pure Fan Service

It’s been a few months since Snake last took the spotlight, and back in February, Konami finally revealed the release date for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater during PlayStation’s State of Play. With the August 28 launch now drawing near, Konami is ramping up the hype once again. Today, the publisher dropped the official opening movie for the highly anticipated remake, and it’s packed with nostalgia-fueled fan service. The sequence was crafted by none other than Kyle Cooper, the acclaimed graphic designer behind iconic title sequences for The Mummy, Spider-Man, and, more importantly, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty and the original Snake Eater from 2004.

But Konami didn’t stop there. The game’s new theme song is once again performed by Cynthia Harrell, marking a triumphant return for the vocalist whose performance of “Snake Eater” became an instant classic in gaming history. Together, Cooper and Harrell have delivered a truly cinematic opening that feels like a heartfelt tribute to Hideo Kojima’s signature style.

Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (Pre-order here) launches August 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. A Deluxe Edition packed with bonus content is already available for pre-order at retailers like Amazon for both PS5 and Xbox platforms. With this much attention to detail and reverence for the series’ legacy, it’s clear Konami wants to make sure this remake strikes a deep chord with longtime fans.

Lies of P: Overture – DLC expansion brings new modes, difficulty levels and one of the best Souls-like levels of all time

The hotly anticipated prequel DLC Lies of P: “Overture” from Neowiz and Round8 Studio is in the starting blocks. The expansion to the acclaimed Soulslike hit Lies of P takes players to the snowy, nightmarish ‘Krat Zoo’, which is not only atmospherically impressive but also boasts strong level architecture.

In addition to the new setting, “Overture” brings with it numerous action-gameplay improvements. For the first time, players can choose the difficulty level: In addition to the previous standard mode, there is now an easier as well as a harder variant – a decision that should appeal to both newcomers and hardcore fans. Two brand new modes provide even more replay value: Death March is a boss rush mode in which previous bosses can be challenged again under conditions of your own choosing, while Battle Memories offers the chance to replay boss battles on different difficulty levels. Game Rant also emphasises the wide variety of enemies and the arsenal of weapons, which opens up new strategies for players – a point that should provide a breath of fresh air, especially in New Game Plus mode.

A sequel to Lies of P is already in development, but with “Overture”, fans are already getting an extensive and atmospherically strong interim chapter. A concrete release date has yet to be set, but one thing is clear: the anticipation is justified.

THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: GRAND CROSS CELEBRATES NEW MILESTONE WITH “GRAND CROSS 6TH ANNIVERSARY GARDEN PARTY”

LOS ANGELESMAY 22, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality games, celebrates the sixth anniversary of The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross (7DS). The “Grand Cross 6th Anniversary Garden Party” features a major update filled with new content, events, and rewards.

Players can enjoy a wide range of events as well as new playable heroes, special draws, check-ins, missions and much more.

  • New Dual Hero – [Rulers of the New Era] King and Diane: Following [Light of the Holy War] Elizabeth and Meliodas, this second Dual Hero pairing (Fairy and Giant) introduces new race synergy and characteristic synergy combined with the original heroes of The Seven Deadly Sins. Players can experience their dedicated story stage through the new Hero Trial Story, without needing to acquire the heroes first.
  • Grand Cross 6th Anniversary Grand Festival Poll Draw: Through fan votes, six UR heroes including top favorite [Light of the Holy War] Elizabeth & Meliodas, and the latest King and Diane are available via Pick Up draw. Guaranteed UR/SSR heroes at 300 and 600 mileage; King and Diane guaranteed at 900 mileage.
  • 7DS All-Star Draw: Through 10+1 draws that are offered daily, players can perform up to 154 draws and obtain rewards across eight mileage tiers. Each mileage tier (1 through 7 tier) offers a Level 100 UR-grade 6-star Awakened festival heroes of The Seven Deadly Sins. The eighth and final tier offers [New Legend] Princess Elizabeth (LR) or 100 Legendary Seals of choice.
  • Lucky Draw Event: Enjoy a newly themed Garden Party map and draw rewards based on tarot card fortunes ranging from 6 to 100 Lucky draws.
  • Special Missions & Check-In Events: Complete seven missions to earn various rewards including Grand Cross 6th Anniversary Festival Poll Ticket and 130 Jumping Box Tickets. Login daily for 28 days will be rewarded with 300 Diamonds and an additional 14-day event that grants a total of 140 Jumping Box Tickets.
  • Welcome Jumping Box Event: Redeem tickets earned through the Grand Cross 6th Anniversary Garden Party event to receive SSR heroes, SSR equipment sets, and other rewards.
  • Garden Party Event Contents: A new multiplayer event map offers activities like Merlin’s Tarot, Treasure Hunt, Cooking Party, and more. Event coins earned can be exchanged for a 6th Anniversary Stamp, Lucky Bag Tickets, and Jumping Box Tickets.
  • New Mini Game – Great Archer Lancelot: Defeat enemies with Lancelot by stacking buffs each round. Earn Jumping Box Tickets, Auto Clear Tickets, Holy Relic materials, and more based on scores achieved.

In addition to the 6th anniversary events, the latest update introduces a new chapter in the Four Knights of the Apocalypse storyline that grants Artifact Cards upon completion. [Fire of Life] “Ultimate” Escanor received a new Holy Relic, while improvements have been made to the Hero’s Way system that provides additional heroes and upgrade materials. The player rank cap has been increased to 140 that expands both Stamina and Friend limits as well.

The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross translates the storytelling and adventures of [The Seven Deadly Sins] into a highly engaging and entertaining mobile gaming experience. The game features stunning, high-resolution 3D graphics, more than 100 dramatic cutscenes, and is brought to life with the cast of the original Japanese voice actors reprising their characters. 

The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross which records over 70 million downloads worldwide is available via App Store and Google Play. For more information, please visit the game’s official website and Facebook.

Based on the manga “The Seven Deadly Sins” by Nakaba Suzuki originally serialized in the weekly SHONEN MAGAZINE published by Kodansha Ltd.

©Nakaba Suzuki, KODANSHA/The Seven Deadly Sins: Revival of the Commandments Project,MBS. All Rights Reserved.
©Nakaba Suzuki, KODANSHA/The Seven Deadly Sins: Dragon’s Judgement Production Committee, TX 
©Netmarble Corp. & Netmarble F&C Inc. All Rights Reserved.
©Nakaba Suzuki, KODANSHA/The Seven Deadly Sins: Four Knights of the Apocalypse Production Committee.

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.

PAC-MAN CELEBRATES ITS 45th ANNIVERSARY WITH SHADOW LABYRINTH AND LICENSING NEWS

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is proud to celebrate PAC-MAN 45th anniversary with several new announcements. First released in 1980, PAC-MAN has continued for the past four decades to be a synonym of fun for all audiences, while growing to enter different media and genres of games, with the latest examples of the Secret Level episode and Shadow Labyrinth announcement.

SHADOW LABYRINTH, the upcoming 2D action exploration platformer set in a dark Sci-Fi world inspired by PAC-MAN and other legendary arcade era games receives a brand-new look today. Released fittingly on the video game icon’s 45th anniversary – PAC-MAN was released in Japanese arcades on May 22, 1980 – an all-new trailer showcases how elements of the original game and the many memorable titles that followed in the franchise are creatively woven into the title’s game play. SHADOW LABYRINTH takes players on an epic journey on a hostile planet where dangers lurk everywhere, and where a mysterious yet recognizable companion named PUCK imparts familiar wisdom – to survive, they must explore this maze-filled world and consume everything around them to become the apex predator.The title is slated for release on July 18, 2025, and is available now for pre-orders on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™ and PC via Steam® in Digital Standard and Digital Deluxe Editions. It is also launching on Nintendo Switch™ 2, with digital pre-orders opening soon. For more information, visit www.shadowlabyrinthgame.com.

Developed by Bandai Namco Studios, SHADOW LABYRINTH blends a modern fast-paced take on the platformer genre with both story and game play nods that draw from Bandai Namco’s arcade legacy. As shown in the latest reveal, a dark vision of the PAC-MAN universe factors large in the game, with PUCK as both guide and a source of powerful – and often familiar – skills and abilities. Taking on the role of a warrior named Swordsman No. 8, and accompanied by PUCK at every turn, players explore this vast world to discover powerful weapons and overcome formidable foes, along the way uncovering terrifying secrets about the planet and its inhabitants. Throughout the game, SHADOW LABYRINTH weaves iconic PAC-MAN game play into the experience, with twisting corridors, pursuit-style mechanics, nostalgic sights and sounds, and one massive, memorable, and very familiar boss known as the G-HOST Bug. Like the original PAC-MAN, surviving the horrors of this labyrinthine world by consuming everything that stands in their way is the beating heart that will keep players alive.

SHADOW LABYRINTH features a rich universe and narrative that draws wider inspiration than just PAC-MAN, tapping into Bandai Namco’s broader library of beloved games from the arcade era. Between now and launch, Banda Namco is planning surprise reveals of the many inspirations behind this game, unveiling nods that are sure to evoke nostalgia in longtime gamers and open up the worlds and characters of legendary arcade IP to a new generation of players.

In celebration of PAC-MAN’s 45th Anniversary, a variety of exciting collaborations and experiences have been launched, bringing together iconic brands from around the world.

Bandai Namco Entertainment has teamed up with the OXO Video Game Museum to create a one-of-a-kind experience for PAC-MAN fans. This collaboration will feature a series of events and exhibitions in Madrid and Malaga, Spain, paying tribute to the ground-breaking game that changed the gaming industry and pop culture forever.

For those who love premium collectibles, Montegrappa offers a new high-quality pen inspired by the 80s PAC-MAN video game, bringing the playful spirit of the game into everyday life with a sleek and functional design.

Next up, Quoridor, the award-winning strategy game, introduces a new variant that beautifully blends the classic PAC-MAN video game elements with engaging board game mechanics. This version has already become a global hit, captivating fans of both PAC-MAN and strategy games alike.

Brio presents a brand-new version of its popular, classic LABYRINTH game, maintaining its traditional appeal while offering a fresh twist with a PAC-MAN Maze design. This updated version appeals to fans of all generations, blending the beloved game’s timeless charm with the exciting world of PAC-MAN.

Australian accessory label Glomesh has teamed up with the 80s arcade game icon to release a limited-edition collection. Featuring characters from the game recreated in classic 8-bit graphics, the designs are seamlessly integrated into Glomesh’s pixel-like mesh, with intricate hand-crafted details that add to the collection’s charm.

Adding some sweet flair to the celebrations, Krispy Kreme is offering limited-edition PAC-MAN-themed donuts, available until June 1st, giving fans a delicious way to enjoy the anniversary festivities.

Also celebrating the 45th Anniversary, Candy Can will soon release a colorful, pop-inspired drink collection featuring the iconic yellow character alongside other beloved figures. Stay tuned for the exciting design reveal!

Later this year, Leblon Delienne, a French sculpture workshop, will unveil a series of artistic statues featuring beloved characters, blending meticulous craftsmanship with pop culture to create unique pieces for collectors and fans.

For a fun and colorful twist, Knobby, Australia’s underwear brand, celebrates the 45th anniversary of the game with an exclusive, vibrant collection. It’s perfect for those looking to show their love for PAC-MAN in style.) (more info https://knobby.com.au/products/mens-trunk-pac-man-waka-waka)

To wrap up our exciting collaborations, Little Lion Entertainment‘s”PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE” – a life-sized, glowing maze that brings the virtual arcade world to life – recently won a Licensing International Excellence Award. This immersive attraction has already been a major success in Manchester and has now opened in Dubai this month, offering fans a completely new way to experience PAC-MAN.

These collaborations and experiences showcase how PAC-MAN continues to inspire creativity and connect with fans across generations, celebrating its iconic legacy in the world of pop culture.

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About Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S. 

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is a leading global publisher, developer, and distributor of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.

Producing intellectual property for a global audience, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, and production capabilities of two studios, Reflector Entertainment and Limbic Entertainment.

Based in Lyon, France, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is known for bringing many of the entertainment industry’s top franchises such as PAC-MAN™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, ACE COMBAT™, DARK SOULS™, and ELDEN RING™ to EMEA and ANZ markets.

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