With the release of the fighting action game BLEACH Rebirth of Souls nearing, it is almost time for players to grip their sword and reverse their fate!
In a new cinematic trailer, BLEACH Rebirth of Souls offers an immersive look into the game adapted from Tite Kubo’s legendary franchise, taking players deeper into the world of soul reapers where they will be able to impersonate iconic characters such as Ichigo Kurosaki, Rukia Kuchiki, Sosuke Aizen and more. This cinematic brings the Bleach universe to life with its dark, foreboding atmosphere that sets the stage for epic sword fights.
BLEACH Rebirth of Souls pre-orders have already opened with three editions available: the Standard, the Deluxe and the Ultimate Editions. With both the Deluxe and Ultimate Editions players will get the Season Pass including seven days of early access, Soul Crystals and Thousand-Year Blood War playable characters.
BLEACH Rebirth of Souls will launch on 21 March 2025 forPlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4 and PC and is available for pre-orders in three editions: Standard, Deluxe and Ultimate.
Both the Deluxe and Ultimate Editions include the Season Pass, a 7-day early access to DLC characters, Soul Crystals and Thousand-Year Blood War playable characters. Any player pre-ordering the game will receive the Toshiro and Yoruichi Thousand-Year Blood War costume set as a bonus.
TOKYO — March 10, 2025 —FUBUKI ～zero in on Holoearth～, the pixelated action platformer starring characters from an alternate universe inspired by the 80-million follower YouTube sensation Hololive, double-jumps onto PC via Steam Sunday, April 12, 2025.
Developer Peposoftand publisher Phoenixx Inc. welcome the tens of millions of fans to the Hololive Alternative — a series of “what-if” realities set in the Hololive universe. As protagonist Shirakami Fubuki, take a break from livestreaming to investigate mysterious portals appearing across Holoearth.
With a magical sword in hand, slice, dice, dash and double-jump through Yamato’s city streets, inside Egyptian-themed casinos echoing the Las Vegas Strip, clown-filled carnivals filled with magic tricks, and haunted, towering temples.
Decimate waves of enemies possessed by evil spirits, and free bosses from their corruption in epic battles. Once defeated, gain their companionship and add their assist powers to Fubuki’s summoning repertoire.
Pick up and equip items dispersed throughout Yamato, like mini-rocket foxes that blast off in any chosen direction. Add subweapons to Fubuki’s arsenal, including a pistol that can one-shot enemies across the screen. Call upon a cast of fan-inspired assist summons such as Fubuki’s fox-like friend Sukonbu, who grants temporary power boosts. Shop at Mizore’s kitchen to purchase valuable consumables like extra lives, and mystery items granting special upgrades.
“The feedback we received during Steam Next Fest was very positive,” says Peposoft, developer of FUBUKI ～zero in on Holoearth～ . “Fans of the series will have a blast catching all of the Hololive references, and retro gaming fans will enjoy the fluid gameplay mixed with old-school charm.”
Peposoft is a game producer and composer with contributions to the teams behind renowned titles like Blade Chimera, DRAINUS, NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD, Radiant Silvergun, among many others
About Phoenixx
Established in 2019 by industry veterans, Phoenixx aims to support innovative and creative developers from Japan and around the world. Its mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one creator, one game, and one community at a time.
New trailer reveals a deeper look at the dark, futuristic world of Steel Seed
Limassol, Cyprus (March 10, 2025) | Today, ESDigital Games and Storm in a Teacup are proud to announce the official release date for Steel Seed, out on April 10 on PC via Steam and Epic Games, as well as PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. A new trailer gives the most in-depth look yet at the beautiful and tragic world of Steel Seed and sets up the ironclad resolve of an unlikely heroine as she fights her way through a journey of self-discovery, seeking answers to the unspoken question: what does it truly mean to be human?
The new PC demo is available right now on Steam and will remain live until the game launches. This Steel Seed demo invites players to explore and experience a carefully curated part of the full game, including key mechanics, stealth action, and epic battles.
“Steel Seed has been an incredible journey and a massive effort for our team,” said Carlo Ivo Alimo Bianchi, CEO & Creative Director of Storm in a Teacup. “We’ve poured our passion, creativity, and dedication into every detail to bring this world to life. This game is our homage to all the stealth-action players who thrive in the shadows, strategize every move, and embrace the thrill of the challenge. It’s been years in the making, and we can’t wait for you to finally experience it.”
About Steel Seed
Steel Seed is a gripping action-adventure game from the visionary team behind the critically acclaimed Close to the Sun, set in a dark sci-fi world where humanity stands on the brink of extinction. Join protagonist Zoe and her flying drone companion, KOBY, as they investigate the depths of a hostile underground facility in search of answers and the key to the survival of mankind.
Steel Seed Key Features
A Dangerous, Post-Cataclysmic World: From towering industrial landscapes to eerie biodomes, the world of Steel Seed is as haunting as it is immersive. Explore a hand-crafted world filled with dynamic combat, formidable enemies, and an immersive narrative that challenges the very definition of humanity.
A Companion Unlike Any Other: Zoe isn’t alone — her only ally is Koby, a prototype drone designed to assist her. Initially just a tool, Koby becomes a crucial partner, offering guidance and solving puzzles through environmental interactions. Though it communicates only through chirps and visual cues, Koby becomes Zoe’s emotional anchor in an otherwise desolate world. They create a formidable duo by working together and bringing something new to every fight.
Stealth, Parkour, and Dynamic Combat: Adapt your playstyle with a unique blend of stealth-action gameplay. Utilize shadows, distractions, and the environment to evade or take down enemies; face off against various enemy types and challenging bosses, each with unique abilities; and customize Zoe’s playstyle with three distinct skill trees featuring 40 different upgrades.
A Thought-Provoking Sci-Fi Experience:Steel Seed isn’t just about survival — it’s about exploring the fine line between human and machine, trust and control, resilience and despair. Revised and edited by BAFTA-winning writer Martin Korda, it pairs an intriguing main character’s evolution with a compelling and deep narrative experience.
About ESDigital Games
ESDigital Games is a global video game publishing company specializing in premium indie and mid-core games for both PC and consoles. ESDigital Games has published and distributed original titles, including AWAKEN – Astral Blade, Unusual Findings, Cats on Duty, Deck of Ashes, and much more. The publisher’s catalog will get even richer in the coming months and years with eagerly awaited games such as Steel Seed, Sky of Tides,Island of Winds, and Memory Lost, as well as future updates of REMEDIUM, Battlejuice Alchemist, and Scholar of the Arcane Arts.
London (March 10, 2025) After nearly a week of intense competition from the greatest Street Fighter™ 6 players in the world, Kakeru emerged victorious at Capcom Cup 11, claiming the title of World Champion and etching their name among the greatest Street Fighter 6 players in the world. This year’s Capcom Cup saw players traveling back to the birthplace of Street Fighter Esports at the Ryogoku Kokugikan Arena for the first time in nearly 30 years to spotlight the best of the best. After battling 47 of the top Street Fighter 6 players in the world, Kakeru came out on top against Blaz in an electric final showdown to claim the ultimate bragging rights.
If that wasn’t enough for fighting game fans, the culmination of CAPCOM’s official team league tournament for Street Fighter 6, the Street Fighter League: World Championship, premiered on Sunday, March 9. The winning teams of each league in the Japan, U.S and European regions gathered to go head-to-head, and after a fierce competition, Good 8 Squad outmaneuvered the best of the best, earning the title of “World’s Strongest Street Fighter 6 Team” and the opportunity to compete in Capcom Cup 12.
While Capcom Cup 11 and Street Fighter League: World Championship may be over, the Esports excitement continues full speed ahead with REJECT FIGHT NIGHT × Sajam Slam: Street Fighter™ 6 International Championship next week. World Warriors can also look forward to watching the world’s best Street Fighter 6 players duke it out for the top prize at Esports World Cup 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Looking to get in on the action for 2025? The upcoming Capcom Pro Tour (CPT) season is just around the corner with a host of offline tournaments, including EVO Japan starting on May 9, Combo Breaker on May 23, followed by CEO, EVO Nice, EVO Vegas, the Asia Premier, UFA and Blink Respawn to fill the rest of your year with thrilling Street Fighter brawls. This year, Capcom is proud to announce that after high demand from players – we’re bringing back a new points system for CPT. Stay tuned for more details about how that system will work soon.
About Street Fighter 6
Street Fighter 6, having sold more than four million units since launch, is available now and represents the next evolution of the Street Fighter series with a combo of unique fighting game innovations, brimming with content across three brand new game modes – Fighting Ground, World Tour, and Battle Hub. Players around the world can get their hands on all the hard-hitting Street Fighter 6 action now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, 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.
New Premium and Free Anniversary Content Arriving Throughout Month of March
STOCKHOLM – March 10, 2025 – Paradox Interactive, a developer and publisher of games that last a lifetime, today celebrates the 10th anniversary of Cities: Skylines, the award-winning city-building management game series with over 45 million players. Originally released for PC platforms on March 10, 2015, Cities: Skylines was developed by Finnish studio Colossal Order and quickly became Paradox’s fastest-selling game, had subsequent releases on several consoles, and continued to grow with over 60 different expansions and content packs and a full sequel in 2023. The series became a global phenomenon, inspiring players to seek careers in urban planning, and has even been used to help design neighborhoods and districts in real-world cities.
Celebrate the milestone with an Anniversary Trailer below:
“We founded Colossal Order with the dream of creating a city-builder that would bring more freedom and creativity to the cities players can build,” said Mariina Hallikainen, CEO of Colossal Order. “With Cities: Skylines, that dream not only came true, but thanks to the continued support of our amazing fans, we had the opportunity to keep growing and building this game and community many years after its release and take it even further than anticipated. It’s been an incredible journey that’s taught us so much — and still has more to teach — and we are forever grateful to everyone who made it possible and who joined us along the way.”
To celebrate a decade of fun and creativity, Paradox today announced several forthcoming releases and free updates coming throughout March 2025 to both Cities: Skylines and Cities: Skylines II. On March 18, 2025, Cities: Skylines II players will receive the free Anniversary patch, featuring a selection of new in-game parks and buildings themed around celebrating the series’ birthday. In addition, three Creator Packs and three Radio Stations will be released the same day, which will be available for sale individually or as a bundle, and which will also be added to the Ultimate Edition of Cities: Skylines II, becoming available for download on March 18 at no additional cost to owners of that edition. Those packs will include:
Dragon Gate, a content pack inspired by Chinese architecture and “market quarter” locations
Leisure Venues, including new entertainment options, parks, and leisure locations
Mediterranean Heritage, which adds buildings inspired by 15th-19th century architecture from Spain, Italy, Portugal, and Southern France
Atmospheric Piano, Jade Road, and Feelgood Funk Radio Stations
The following week, on March 25, 2025, a separate free Anniversary patch will be added to the original Cities: Skylines in celebration of its decade of community support. This patch will add dynamic parks to the game, which change in appearance to reflect the different expansions each player has added to their game, to give a personalized tribute to players’ unique experiences with Cities: Skylines. Two Creator Packs and one Radio Station will also be released on March 25, including:
Emerging Downtown, a pack focused on adding a variety of building sizes and construction styles to cities’ busy downtown areas
Countryside, adding a selection of rural charm from small-town libraries and food markets to quaint, humble town halls
The Harvest Harmony Radio Station, a country-inspired selection of musical tracks to fit any rural construction project
The entire Cities: Skylines series will also be featured in a number of promotions throughout the month of March, including a Free-to-Play weekend on Steam during March 20-24. A new subscription service will become available starting on March 13, 2025, allowing players to add the entire 65+ DLC catalog to their game for a single monthly subscription fee, and for existing players a special “completion offer” to fill out their DLC collection will be available.
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.
Announced in today’s Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Special Panel at SXSW, joined by Hideo Kojima, Norman Reedus, Troy Baker, and Woodkid, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach will be launching on 26 June 2025 with pre-orders going live from Monday, 17 March at 10:00 am local time.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, the sequel to the acclaimed Death Stranding, is a post-apocalyptic open-world adventure directed and designed by celebrated game developer Hideo Kojima and stars Norman Reedus as Sam Porter Bridges, Elle Fanning as Tomorrow and Léa Seydoux as Fragile.
To mark the announcement – panel attendees enjoyed a first look at a special Kojima-directed pre-order trailer, which you can watch in full below
In addition to the launch date, PlayStation Australia has announced several editions for DS2 (Standard, Digital Deluxe, Collector’s Edition), with Digital Deluxe and Collector’s Editions both coming with 48-hour Early Access to the game and in-game items such as a Quokka patch and a Quokka hologram.
Kojima Productions also announced the Death Stranding 2: On the Beach “Stranding Harmony” Concert Series, a special concert tour to celebrate the music of Death Stranding, commencing Saturday, 8 November 2025 at the Sydney Opera House, followed by dates around the world. Learn more about the concert tour here.
Details of the different game versions are found below.
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Collector’s Edition* |AUD $369.95 RRP
Full Game Digital Download
48-hour Early Access to the game
Collector’s Box
15” Magellan Man Statue
3” Dollman figurine
Art cards
Letter from Hideo Kojima
In-game items
Machine Gun (MP Bullets) LV1 early unlock
Battle Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Boost Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Bokka Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Quokka Patch
Chiral Feline Patch
Why Me? Patch
If you pre-order the Collector’s Edition, you’ll also receive:
Quokka Hologram
Battle Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Boost Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Bokka Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Digital Deluxe Edition | AUD $139.95 RRP
Full Game Digital Download
48-hour Early Access to the game
In-game items
Machine Gun (MP Bullets) LV1 early unlock
Battle Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Boost Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Bokka Skeleton: Gold (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Quokka Patch
Chiral Feline Patch
Why Me? Patch
If you pre-order the Digital Deluxe Edition, you’ll also receive:
Quokka Hologram
Battle Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Boost Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Bokka Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach – Digital Standard Edition | AUD $124.95 RRP
Full Game Digital Download
If you pre-order the Standard Edition, you’ll also receive:
Quokka Hologram
Battle Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Boost Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Bokka Skeleton: Silver (LV1, LV2, LV3)
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach new screenshots
To mark the SXSW 2025 Special Panel, Kojima Productions also released all-new screenshots for the game, which you can look through here.
*Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Collector’s Edition includes a voucher code to redeem Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and digital bonuses. Account for PlayStation Network, and internet connection required for code redemption.
Starting on March 6, Treasure Hunter Simulator is available on Nintendo Switch. This relaxing game from the creators of the best-selling Gas Station Simulator lets you step into the shoes of a treasure hunter who combs through historically significant locations with the help of a metal detector. Treasure Hunter Simulator is also available on PC, as well as PlayStation and Xbox consoles.
Developed by the Polish studio DRAGO entertainment, the game was originally released in 2018 on PC. It has been available on PlayStation and Xbox consoles since 2021, and now it debuts on Nintendo Switch – with Ultimate Games S.A. responsible for its development and publishing on that platform.
Treasure Hunter Simulator is an engaging game where you can become a seeker of historical artifacts, using a metal detector to uncover treasures hidden underground. The gameplay blends arcade and simulation elements, with the treasure-hunting mechanics built around simple and intuitive controls.
You’ll venture to various locations across the globe. At first, you’ll explore local forests, but once you’ve earned enough funds, you can head to more exotic and intriguing places. These include forests, fields, mountains, and ruins.
You can keep your findings for your personal collection or get them identified and sold. The revenue can be used to purchase better equipment and finance further expeditions. In total, Treasure Hunter Simulator features over 100 unique artifacts, including a dozen legendary items. You have access to 8 different types of metal detectors to aid in your search.
Treasure Hunter Simulator also features improved metal detector mechanics, which makes it appealing not only to fans of simulators but also to players looking for new challenges.
Treasure Hunter Simulator – main features:
searching for historical treasures;
relaxing and accessible gameplay;
over 100 artifacts;
various historical locations;
8 types of metal detectors.
The release date for Treasure Hunter Simulator on Nintendo Switch is set for March 6, 2025.
TOKYO — March 8, 2025 —FUBUKI ～zero in on Holoearth～, the pixelated action platformer starring characters from an alternate universe inspired by the 80-million follower YouTube sensation Hololive, double-jumps onto PC via Steam Sunday, April 12, 2025.
Developer Peposoftand publisher Phoenixx Inc. welcome the tens of millions of fans to the Hololive Alternative — a series of “what-if” realities set in the Hololive universe. As protagonist Shirakami Fubuki, take a break from livestreaming to investigate mysterious portals appearing across Holoearth.
With a magical sword in hand, slice, dice, dash and double-jump through Yamato’s city streets, inside Egyptian-themed casinos echoing the Las Vegas Strip, clown-filled carnivals filled with magic tricks, and haunted, towering temples.
Decimate waves of enemies possessed by evil spirits, and free bosses from their corruption in epic battles. Once defeated, gain their companionship and add their assist powers to Fubuki’s summoning repertoire.
Pick up and equip items dispersed throughout Yamato, like mini-rocket foxes that blast off in any chosen direction. Add subweapons to Fubuki’s arsenal, including a pistol that can one-shot enemies across the screen. Call upon a cast of fan-inspired assist summons such as Fubuki’s fox-like friend Sukonbu, who grants temporary power boosts. Shop at Mizore’s kitchen to purchase valuable consumables like extra lives, and mystery items granting special upgrades.
“The feedback we received during Steam Next Fest was very positive,” says Peposoft, developer of FUBUKI ～zero in on Holoearth～ . “Fans of the series will have a blast catching all of the Hololive references, and retro gaming fans will enjoy the fluid gameplay mixed with old-school charm.”
Peposoft is a game producer and composer with contributions to the teams behind renowned titles like Blade Chimera, DRAINUS, NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD, Radiant Silvergun, among many others
About Phoenixx
Established in 2019 by industry veterans, Phoenixx aims to support innovative and creative developers from Japan and around the world. Its mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one creator, one game, and one community at a time.
TOKYO — March 7, 2025 —Electrogical, the arithmetic-based jigsaw puzzle game developed by kinjo and published by Phoenixx Inc., electrifies the eShop on Nintendo Switch alongside the PC launch in 2025.
The galactic terraforming mission continues with the addition of twenty-five new challenge stages, completely separate from the main missions. Push the limits of Electrogical’s puzzle capabilities with seven new trial stages featuring mysterious mechanics for an added twist, and enjoy quality-of-life and accessibility updates like mousewheel zoom functionality, improved sound effects, and the addition of German and Russian language options.
Terraforming missions that span decades can really put a dent in even the sturdiest space convoys. Jump into the shoes of an electrical engineer and dive into some much-needed repairs to bring the fleet back to its shiny, fully operational self by reconnecting each ship’s reactor to neko, the superconductive AI lifeblood of the armada’s electrical systems.
Each circuit board is a puzzle waiting to be solved, demanding just the right amount of power to pass inspection. Tinker with electrical currents by linking computer chips equipped with mathematical functions. Boost or dial down power with addition and subtraction chips, crank up voltage with multiplication pieces, and send sparks across distances with radio wave tiles.
Puzzle pieces can be rotated to redirect power flow, and “zero” tiles can be used to fill spaces without altering energy levels. Once everything’s in place, hit the power button and watch the electricity dance across the board.
Some levels have just one solution, while others let creativity shine with multiple paths to success—like crafting a perfect square with each piece, using every tile available, or finishing with a few leftovers. Stuck on a tricky puzzle? The handy “Hint” button lights the way.
“Our optimization of the Early Access build has been bolstered by community requests, and we’ve thrown in some challenging surprises,” said Yutuka Kinjo, solo developer at kinjo. “Switch users can look forward to plenty of pickup-and-play puzzle solving. We have much more to share as we march towards the full release, stay tuned!”
Kinjo is the solo developer who strives to create soothing, relaxing games, and is the award winner of the First GYAAR Studio Indie Game Contest hosted by Bandai Namco Entertainment and Bandai Namco Studios with the creation of Electrogical.
About Phoenixx
Established in 2019 by industry veterans, Phoenixx aims to support innovative and creative developers from Japan and around the world. Its mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one creator, one game, and one community at a time.
Football Ultimate Team Birthday brings 5-Star player items + upgrades, a selection of fantasy section ICONs as well as the debut of FUT Birthday Heroes
Today marks the beginning of a two-week celebration for Football Ultimate Team (FUT) Birthday in EA SPORTS FC 25, introducing 5-Star Skill Moves, 5-Star Weak Foot upgrades, a selection of fan-favourite fantasy section ICONs from previous years, and the debut of FUT Birthday Heroes.
Join the party during the FC Direct FUT Birthday Celebration Stream on Twitch, which is live now, and join Liverpool FC’s Forward Diogo Jota as he presents the complete FUT Birthday Team 1 squad to highlight the latest campaign items, along with giveaways & reacting to community FUT teams and goals!
During the stream, Diogo will also review and react to Community FUT Squads submitted throughout the week and showcase some of the best Community Goals from the FC 25 journey so far. Plus, there will be some gameplay with the full FUT Birthday Team 1 Squad! The festivities don’t stop there; the celebration will continue throughout the EA SPORTS FC community across the week, as creators will host 5-star giveaways and create content that spreads the love and festivities internationally.
To kick off the celebration, the FUT Birthday Team 1 will go live in EA SPORTS FC 25 today. As the festivities continue into the following week, more goodies, surprises, and items will be unveiled.
FUT Birthday Team 1
Serhou Guirassy
Marco Grüll
Chloe Kelly
Selma Bacha
Lena Oberdorf
Antoine Griezmann
Isco
Jude Bellingham
Adrien Rabiot
Wilfried Singo
Rúben Neves
Moussa Diaby
Jhon Durán
Trent Alexander-Arnold
Erling Haaland
Rúben Dias
Nicolas Jackson
Alejandro Garnacho
Nicolas Raskin
Jota
Pepe Reina
Stanislav Lobotka
Rafael Leão
Marcus Thuram
Aitana Bonmatí
Salma Paralluelo
Sophia WIlson
Emily Sams
Kai Havertz
For more on the Football Ultimate Team Birthday celebrations coming to EA SPORTS FC 25, follow our FC social channels.
