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POLDEN ANNOUNCES FINAL SENTENCE, A HORROR-DRIVEN TYPING BATTLE ROYALE GAME COMING TO STEAM IN SUMMER 2025

Watch your every keystroke, as one mistskemistake could be your last in this suspenseful showdown for up to 100 players!

NICOSIA, Cyprus March 26, 2025 – Polden and Button Mash are excited to announce Final Sentence, a nerve-rackingly intense typing battle royale game coming to Steam this summer. Could you type perfectly if your life dependded depended on it? Grab your keyboard and face off in a fast-paced competition for up to 100 players, but don’t let the pressure or your rivals get the best of you! Check out Final Sentence’s new cinematic trailer and start stretching those wrists now. You’re gonna need it.

Type to save your life and vanquish your foes in this thrilling battle royale showdown for 40-100 players. Go as fast and accurately as you can, but try not to concentrate on that revolver pointing to your head, because each mistake could be your last. How fast can you type with your life on the line? May the best typist wim

Key Features

  • EVERY LETTER COUNTS:40 to 100 players enter and face off with the same text prompt, but only one can survive. Each mistake could be your last, but you’ll have to type fast to beat your rivals!
  • FAST-PACED & RELENTLESS COMPETITION:Death or victory come swiftly and mercilessly, as each round lasts between 3-5 minutes.
  • TYPE WITH FRIENDS: Get your pals together in a special mode featuring 4-6 tables positioned opposite each other, allowing you all to see what’s happening with one another.
  • PLAY WITH COMMUNITIES: Join sessions with others in matchmaking or play exclusively in your own lobby with dozens of players, perfect for large groups like influencers and their communities.
  • IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS:Keep track of your progress against friends or other players in your league with in-game statistics and dashboards.

Final Sentence is available to wishlist on Steam now and will launch this summer. To learn more about Polden and the games in their publishing line-up, visit polden.gg and join the Discord community.

About Button Mash

Button Mash is a small development team made of veteran developers. They’ve been making games for over 10 years and have now decided to create unique, experiential games — game phenomenon.

About Polden

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

The War Rages On: Starship Troopers: Extermination Prepares for Major Updates in Patches 1.3 & 1.4

March 26, 2025 – The fight for Valaka is far from over! Starship Troopers: Extermination is gearing up for two major updates that will bring thrilling new gameplay mechanics, significant optimizations, and long-awaited additions to the battlefield. Offworld Industries is doubling down on immersive, large-scale co-op warfare—because in the Federation, the battle never stops!

Patch 1.3 – Evolving the Battlefield

Available now, Patch 1.3 introduces:

  • Dynamic Sky & Weather System – Valaka, Boreas, and Agni Prime now feature Day & Night cycles and Dynamic Weather, creating an ever-changing battlefield for troopers. Each planet has unique weather systems, adding new challenges. The Sandstorm Mutator has been revamped with varying intensities, from mild to blinding. New Extreme Weather Mutators include thunderstorms, blizzards, and ashstorms, making survival even tougher.
  • Staged Weapon Reloads – No more frustrating interruptions! All weapons (except the Sp.L.I.T Shotgun and Sp.L.I.T Shotgun Slug) now feature progressive reload stages. If you’re forced to stop reloading mid-combat, you’ll resume from the last checkpoint rather than starting over.
  • Quality-of-Life Enhancements:
    • XP for Disconnections – Players will now earn XP if they disconnect due to crashes or server issues—traitors, however, won’t be so lucky.
    • Improved Company System – Invite friends to your company directly from their profile or request to join a company, even without an invitation.
  • Key Optimizations & Bug Fixes – Smoother combat, better performance, and a more polished experience.

For the full list of changes, check out the official patch notes.

Patch 1.4 – What’s Coming Next?

Offworld Industries isn’t stopping there—Patch 1.4, set to arrive later this year, will introduce even more game-changing additions:

  • Underbarrel Attachment for Morita MK1 – A highly requested feature is finally making its way into the arsenal, opening the door for future Morita MK2 & MK3 upgrades.
  • Broadcast Heroism System – Become a Federation war reporter! Recover Federal Network Broadcast Cameras on the battlefield and capture the chaos to boost your squad’s Morale XP. Side objectives in ARC and Horde modes will now feature these thrilling recording opportunities.
  • And many more updates and Quality-of-Life Enhancements

With these updates, Starship Troopers: Extermination continues to raise the bar for cooperative, large-scale warfare. Stay connected on Discord and Steam for the latest news as the Federation prepares for its next deployment! Inspired by the Starship Troopers film, Starship Troopers: Extermination is an action-packed co-op FPS where players join the Deep Space Vanguard to fight relentless Arachnid hordes across hostile planets. Developed by Offworld Industries, the game launched in Early Access on May 17, 2023, with its full release on October 11, 2024, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.

Into the Emerald Dream, Hearthstone’s Newest Expansion is Live Now 

TURN YOUR DREAMS INTO REALITY! The Emerald Dream is a realm of ethereal entities and serves as the source of Nature magic in Azeroth. But Ysera’s domain is experiencing corruption, which could transform the Dream into a Nightmare. Enhance your Hero Power with blessings from the World Tree or utilise the Dark Gifts of the Old Gods. Into the Emerald Dream boasts 145 new cards, including new keywords Imbue and Dark Gifts, and the expanded keyword Choose One. 

SWEET DREAMS ARE MADE OF THE FOLLOWING:

  • New Keyword: Imbue. The defenders of the Dream draw power from the World Tree, transforming their hero powers and growing stronger as the battle rages on. Druid, Hunter, Mage, Paladin, Priest, and Shaman have been Imbued with this power. The first time one of these classes plays an Imbue card, they get a new Hero Power, unique to their class. Then each time another Imbue card is played, their new Hero Power upgrades. Power yourself up and live the dream.
  • New Keyword: Dark Gifts. Dark forces are attempting to corrupt the Emerald Dream and turn it into a Nightmare. They offer Dark Gifts to empower those who would join their cause. Dark Gifts are minion power-ups that pair with certain Discover options in Death Knight, Demon Hunter, Rogue, Warlock, and Warrior. Pick out the best minion-Gift combination and take your Discovers to another level!
  • Expanded Keyword: Choose One. The Emerald Dream is the realm from which Druids draw their power. Here, Nature magic is abundant, and the tricks of the Druids are available to all. For the first time in Hearthstone history, each class gets a Choose One card: cards with two modes that you can choose from when you play them. Choose wisely and maximise their effect!  

DREAMS AND NIGHTMARES EVENT From 26 March through 15 April AEDT / UTC +8, complete event quests to earn XP on the special rewards track. Each day will get a new Dream daily quest; if you are daring, you can re-roll your Dream daily quest and receive one from the Nightmare! Daily quests representing the Nightmare are harder to complete but grant more event XP.  

For more information, you can check out the blog here

WITNESS THE RETURN OF THE QUEEN OF REASON WITH FINAL FANTASY XIV ONLINE PATCH 7.2: SEEKERS OF ETERNITY NOW AVAILABLE 

Patch 7.2 Arrives with a Slew of Updates Alongside Cosmic Exploration and The Occult Crescent in Patch 7.21 and 7.25

26th March, 2025 – Last night, SQUARE ENIX® released the latest major update for FINAL FANTASY™ XIV Online, Patch 7.2: Seekers of Eternity.  

The patch arrives with an array of new content and updates including the continuation of the Warrior of Light’s journey. Exciting new experiences await, including The Underkeep dungeon, Hells’ Kier Unreal difficulty trail, where players will take on one of the Four Lords, Suzaku at Level 100 and the latest tier of The Arcadion raid series, the Cruiserweight Division.

Patch 7.21, launching on Tuesday 22nd April will bring with it Cosmic Exploration, a collaborative activity for crafters and gatherers to explore uncharted stars alongside players from their World. Cosmic Exploration also brings the latest Tool Enhancement Quests in the search to research and develop cutting-edge artisan’s Cosmic Tools.

Releasing on Tuesday 27th May, Patch 7.25 arrives with The Occult Crescent, a battle focused activity where players will join a legendary explorer and his intrepid crew as they chart a course for these fearsome waters and unravel the mystery that swirls therein! Additionally, Patch 7.25 will also include the continuation of the Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures.

Details on Patch 7.2, alongside Patches 7.21 and 7.25 series can be found below:

Patch 7.2 – Releasing Tuesday 25th March

  • New Main Scenario Quests – Seekers of Eternity
  • New Dungeon – The Underkeep
  • New Raid – The Arcadion: Cruiserweight Tier 
  • Savage difficulty is set to launch on Tuesday 1st April 2025, one week following the release of Patch 7.2
  • New Trial – Recollection (Normal/Extreme)
  • New Cornservant Sidequest
  • New Unreal Trial – Hells’ Kier (Unreal): Take on Suzaku, one of the Four Lords, at level 100
  • Duty Support Additions – Support for the Sunken Temple of Qarn will be added
  • PvP Updates – The start of PvP Series 8, the addition of several new role actions for large-scale PvP encounters, existing action adjustments, and Frontline (Secure) returns with adjustments

Patch 7.21 – Releasing Tuesday 22nd April

  • Cosmic Exploration Collaborate with players from your World as you explore uncharted stars in this new activity designed for crafters and gatherers

Patch 7.25 – Releasing Tuesday 27th May 

  • New Field Operations – Occult Crescent: In the treacherous waters of Shades’ Triangle lies the Occult Crescent, an isle shrouded in mystery. Should you wish to unveil its secrets, you must explore the unmapped terrain, and battle against the isle’s inhabitants. Those who overcome the Occult Crescent’s wilderness may venture into the Forked Tower, a new dungeon that can be undertaken with up to 48 players, where the isle’s most challenging foes await#
  • New Allied Society Quests – In the depths of Yak T’el, a new enterprise takes its first steps towards creating a place that any Mamool Ja would be proud to call home…
  • Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures 

For the latest information set to arrive with Patch 7.2, please visit the promotional site: https://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/dawntrail/patch_7_2

With more than 30 million total registered accounts, there has never been a better time for newcomers to begin their adventures in the critically acclaimed FINAL FANTASY XIV Online saga. The Free Trial includes all content from A Realm Reborn™, the Heavensward™ and Stormblood™expansions (and updates through Patch 4.58). Free Trial players can enjoy hundreds of hours of award-winning gameplay and story experiences equivalent to three full FINAL FANTASY titles, without limit on playtime. More information can be found at: https://sqex.to/FFXIVFreeTrial

About Square Enix Ltd.

Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY™, which has sold over 200 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 94 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com

INDIE Live Expo to Showcase 100+ Games in April 13 Event

TOKYO – March 25, 2025 – INDIE Live Expo, the biannual live digital showcase connecting indie game fans all over the world with more than 100 million views since its first edition in 2020, gives a sneak peek at the 100+ games which will be highlighted during this April’s showcase. Tune into INDIE Live Expo on Sunday, April 13, starting at 6 PM JST / 10 AM CET / 5 AM EST streaming live in English on YouTube and Twitch.

A fresh batch of indie world premieres and content updates will debut during April’s showcase. Tune in for INDIE Live Expo’s signature segments, including INDIE Waves’ 15-second bite-sized updates, INDIE Spotlight’s deep dives into handpicked titles, and the Streamer Show featuring various guests showcasing and enjoying exciting games. 

Check out announcements for 100+ hotly anticipated indies, including for the following titles:

For more information, please visit the INDIE Live Expo website, follow @INDIELiveExpoEN on Twitter, and search for #INDIELiveExpo on social media.

Content creators and media outlets interested in co-streaming INDIE Live Expo 2025 can find out more information here.

The INDIE Live Expo Board also publishes a newsletter called the INDIE Live Expo Letter that aims to provide helpful information about game promotion and development to individual creators, developers, and publishers. Subscribe to the newsletter via the INDIE Live Expo website.

About Ryu’s Office

Ryu’s Office offers in-depth marketing solutions for smartphone, console, arcade, and PC games in Japan. They are particularly focused on the planning and production of numerous live broadcasts based out of Japan for the gaming industry. To learn more, visit the official Ryu’s Office website.

THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: IDLE ADVENTURE LAUNCHES NEW UPDATE FEATURING EMPEROR OF LIGHT ESCANOR AND ENHANCED IN-GAME CONTENT

LOS ANGELES MARCH 25, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, released a new update for its idle RPG The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventure, featuring a new character, a special event and enhanced in-game content.

The latest update brings INT-attributed DPS Emperor of Light Escanor to the roster of playable characters. Emperor of Light Escanor is the next Special Hero to be joining The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventure after its initial debut as The Lion Sin of Pride Escanor. In addition, players will be able to form up to a total of 10 team members through the update. Players will need to upgrade their Boss Orbs by unlocking the #20 Silk Road and #21 Theme Park Tavern Themes. Also, the max level for Frame Enhancement, Research Lab has been increased along with the addition of the 4th Constellation system set.

The in-game event “Silhoette” will be offering a variety of perks for players to enjoy. Available rewards include Hero Summon Tickets ranging from Special to Legendary, Diamonds, Gold, Exp, Draw Power, Artifacts and more by trading in the themed event currency. For those who trade for several event currencies, a special roulette will appear to boost the reward benefits along with the opportunity to reset the reward selection if the required perks have been obtained.

Additionally, the boss of the Advent Battle will be updated from existing Drole of Patience to Melascula of Faith. Players can also engage in Normal/Nightmare difficulty stage expansions from current 13000 to 14000 with story updates.

Based on the global hit manga and anime ‘The Seven Deadly Sins’, the game welcomes players to an idle RPG world overflowing with epic adventures and fan-favorite characters from the franchise. Inspired by The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, the mobile RPG enjoyed by 60 million players around the globe, The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventure offers an enjoyable gameplay experience featuring a variety of content, an easy-to-play One-Tap Draw system, as well the opportunity to collect and nurture beloved characters.

For more information on The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventure, please be sure to stay tuned to the official website and official social channels (Facebook, Discord) for future updates.

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About Netmarble Corporation

Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), 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.

Free-to-Play Football Sim Maximum Football Launches Season 2

Customize, Compete, and Dominate in the Ultimate Football Simulation

Walnut Creek, California – March 25, 2025 | Maximum Entertainment today announced the launch of Maximum Football Season 2: Vice Blitz, the latest chapter in the free-to-play, community-driven football simulation. With fresh seasonal content, an improved progression system, and an all-new stadium, Season 2 brings even more excitement to the gridiron for players on Xbox and Steam.

Season 2 of Maximum Football introduces Vice Blitz, a series of exciting new features designed to take gameplay to the next level.

  • Seaside Park Stadium: A stunning new addition inspired by the legendary Southeastern college football fields. Featuring towering palm trees and Art Deco architecture, this stadium brings a vibrant, fresh atmosphere to the game.
  • Optimized Progression System: Based on community feedback, the progression system has been enhanced to provide a more rewarding and engaging experience. Players can now unlock seasonal items at a faster pace, ensuring they’re always rewarded for their time on the field.
  • Invite Multiplayer: While not officially part of Season 2, the recent addition of invite multiplayer makes it easier for players to team up with friends for competitive matches, adding another layer of excitement to the game.

Season 2 of Maximum Football has been developed as a direct response to player feedback. With the introduction of new seasonal content, a refined progression system, and the exciting addition of invite multiplayer, there’s never been a better time for both new and returning players to jump back into Maximum Football. The game is packed with fresh features and experiences that make it the perfect moment to step onto the gridiron and enjoy everything the game has to offer.

Watch the trailer and play free now on Steam Early Access and Xbox Game Preview (Xbox Series X/S only for now)

Stay up to date with the latest plays in Maximum Football by visiting maxfootballgame.com and following @maxfootballgame on X. For more information on Maximum Entertainment, please visit maximument.com.

About Maximum Entertainment 

Maximum Entertainment is a global entertainment company dedicated to crafting indie to AA video game experiences through original content and licensed partnerships. A fully integrated group with a broad portfolio of content, the company emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity in its partnerships to produce the highest level of interactive entertainment. With more than 300 titles in its catalog, Maximum Entertainment has joined forces with talented creators and renowned franchises around the globe to deliver magic to the gamer in everyone. Maximum Entertainment employs experienced professionals across the entire value chain of video games including development, publishing, transmedia, sales, and operations.

NETMARBLE UNVEILS OFFICIAL TEASER WEBSITE FOR ITS NEW OPEN WORLD COLLECTIBLE RPG THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: ORIGIN

LOS ANGELES MARCH 25, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has launched the official teaser website for its new open world, action-adventure collectible RPG The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin. Fans can stay up to date on the latest news and content by visiting the game’s official social media channels as well. 

Based on The Seven Deadly Sins, the popular Japanese manga and anime IP that has reached 55 million copies in global sales worldwide, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin serves as the successor to The Seven Deadly Sins: GRAND CROSS mobile RPG that has achieved more than 70 million downloads around the globe. 

Set in a multiverse original storyline, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin follows “Tristan,” the son of the main characters from The Seven Deadly Sins “Meliodas” and “Elizabeth.” Players will explore an expansive open world across the continent of Britannia, collecting heroes from The Seven Deadly Sins and Four Knights of the Apocalypse to customize their combat style and shape their own adventure. 

Starting today, fans can visit the newly launched teaser website that offers a glimpse into the game’s immersive world. The site features Tristan and Tioreh enjoying a peaceful moment overlooking Britannia, but a sudden distortion in space and time brings Tristan to an attacked kingdom. This visual teaser on the website provides a sneak peek of the game’s multiverse narrative and a glimpse to the world of The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin.

Fans can also connect with the community through the official YouTube and X (formerly Twitter) channels, where they can access exclusive videos and content. The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin is slated for release later this year.

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About Netmarble Corporation

Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), 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.

The Darkest Files released

Paintbucket Games’ historical investigation and courtroom game is available today on Steam for PC and Mac.

Berlin, March 25, 2025 – The Darkest Files, the spiritual successor to the award-winning Nazi resistance game Through The Darkest of Times from award-winning German indie studio Paintbucket Games, was released today on Steam for PC and Mac. The game is available for a suggested retail price of €19.99 / £16.99 / US$19.99. To celebrate the launch, there is a 10% discount!

The Darkest Files is a historical investigation and trial game. Players take on the role of Esther Katz, a young, ambitious prosecutor in post-war Germany, as she investigates unsolved crimes from the Nazi era based on true events.To do this, they interview witnesses, search for clues, and finally bring the perpetrators to justice, where they must try to prove their theory of how the crime was committed.

On her exciting and emotional journey into the 1950s, the protagonist Esther Katz becomes part of the team of the famous historical figure Fritz Bauer, who actually investigated such cases as a public prosecutor in Frankfurt at that time.

“After nearly four years of intensive development, we are overjoyed to finally present The Darkest Files to the public. We are deeply touched by the many positive reviews from the press and they confirm our vision for the game,” said Jörg Friedrich, Game Director and CEO of Paintbucket Games. “Our greatest wish is that The Darkest Files will reach a wide audience, entertain them and make them think about the fundamental questions of what we as a society declare a crime and how we ultimately distinguish right from wrong. Fritz Bauer’s legacy deserves to be discovered by as many people as possible, and we are proud to be able to make a small contribution through our game.

Game Features

  • Players interview relatives, witnesses, and suspects to uncover the truth behind meticulously researched historical cases
  • They delve into the testimonies through Esther’s inner eye in first-person mode – they can interactively relive the events from the perspective of the person giving the testimony and understand the actions to confront suspects with contradictions and find additional clues.
  • Conclusions must be drawn and evidence evaluated.
  • On a drawing board, a theory of the crime is reconstructed, which players can then take to court to prove.
  • However, the game also allows them to go to court with any theory and achieve different outcomes for each case. It is quite possible that a culprit will go unpunished.
  • The lovingly and elaborately designed building of the prosecutor’s office can be explored. The player can discuss the case with colleagues or their boss Fritz Bauer, learn more about their backgrounds, explore the archives, or simply exchange ideas in the kitchenette.
  • Since the successful Kickstarter in April 2024, the office cat Marlene has also moved into the prosecutor’s office.
  • Full voice output (English)
  • Beautiful 3D graphics with a cell shading effect that makes the game look like a walk-in pulp comic from the 1950s.

Historical Background

Fritz Bauer was a German attorney. As a Jew and outspoken opponent of the Nazis, he was dismissed from his post and sent to a concentration camp. He emigrated in 1936 and continued to oppose the Nazis from exile.

After the war, he returned to Germany and worked as a public prosecutor. He is best known for being a key informant in the arrest of Holocaust organizer Adolf Eichmann and for initiating the Frankfurt Auschwitz Trials in the 1960s.

In Through The Darkest of Times, the spiritual predecessor to The Darkest Files, players organize the resistance in Nazi Berlin. The game has won numerous national and international awards, including the German Game Developer Award in the categories “Best Indie Game”, “Best Game Beyond Entertainment”, and “Best Story”. At the German Game Developer Award 2020 it was nominated for “Best German Game” and won in the category “Best Serious Game”. At The Game Awards 2020, it was the first German game to be nominated in the category “Games for Impact”.

For more information about The Darkest Files and Paintbucket Games, visit the game’s website.

About Paintbucket Games

The indie studio was founded in 2018 by Jörg Friedrich and Sebastian St. Schulz. Both have been developing games for more than 20 years and played a key role in the development of AAA games like Spec Ops: The Line or Dead Island 2 before founding their own studio.
Now, a diverse team of around 20 developers is working on The Darkest Files at their studio in Berlin. Paintbucket’s first game, Through The Darkest of Times, was released worldwide in 2020 for PC, Mac, consoles and mobile devices. It won numerous awards and was nominated for “Games for Impact” at the Game Awards. In 2022, Paintbucket Games released Beholder 3, which also won “Best Story,” “Best Indie Game,” and “Best Game Beyond Entertainment” at the German Developer Award and “Best Serious Game” at the German Computer Game Award.

Hidalgo A Don Quixote’s Adventure Kickstarter is Now LIVE, a Game Inspired by the world’s First and Most Sold Modern Novel

The Ingenious Gentleman Don Quixote of La Mancha has been read over 500 million times! Now, 420 years later, it’s finally getting its own videogame!

March 25, 2025, Madrid, Spain: Infinite Thread Games is thrilled to announce that the Hidalgo Kickstarter Campaign is officially LIVE! After months of anticipation, fans and newcomers alike can now back this enchanting project and immerse themselves in the heartwarming adventures of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza. Back the Kickstarter now and help bring this beautifully handcrafted puppet world to life!

Inspired by Miguel de Cervantes’ timeless novel Don Quixote, Hidalgo a Don Quixote’s Adventure invites players into a light and colourful, cardboard-crafted universe where imagination knows no bounds. Battle windmills, solve intricate puzzles, aid quirky villagers, and win the heart of your sweet love, either solo or with your best friend in two player co-op. Already celebrated by prestigious organizations like INDIE X, DEV GAMM!, and the VI Indie Games Awards, Hidalgo promises to bring a refreshing retelling of some of Don Quixote’s most memorable chapters.

In Hidalgo, the story unfolds through the eyes of two young siblings eager to hear the tale of the wandering knight. Guided by their mother’s creative storytelling, the cardboard dioramas and puppets come alive, offering players a whimsical and interactive retelling of Don Quixote’s legendary exploits.

“We’ve poured our passion into every single detail of this world,” says Juan Pablo Guzman, CEO at Infinite Thread Games, “Today is Hidalgo’s most important milestone thus far, where we ask you to join us in supporting the retelling of a story that’s been captivating adventurers for over 400 years.”

Key Gameplay Features:

  • Solo or Co-op Play: Switch between Don Quixote and Sancho to tackle puzzles in solo mode, or team up with a friend for a seamless cooperative adventure.
  • Freedom to Explore: Roam a fully interactive world, rotate the camera to uncover secrets, and collect items with the help of each character’s trusty mount.
  • Creative Problem-Solving: Manipulate the physical environment, pick up objects, move bridges, or stash items in your inventory to overcome challenges and progress.

Exclusive Kickstarter Rewards!

Backers can claim more than just the game. Starting at just €1, pledge tiers unlock a treasure trove of exclusive rewards, including handcrafted plushies, collector’s items, playing cards, and more. Different tears offer greater and broader perks, making every contribution a chance to own a piece of Hidalgo’s magic, for this limited time only!

Does Hidalgo sound like an adventure worth joining? Then don’t wait, visit the Kickstarter today and become part of this extraordinary adventure. With your support, Infinite Thread Games can bring this award-winning vision to players worldwide.

Back the Kickstarter Now

About Infinite Thread Games

Infinite Thread Games is an indie game studio based in Madrid, Spain, founded in 2020. Their debut title, Hitori Kakurenbo, a single-player survival horror game based on the urban legend of the same name, launched in December 2020. In 2023, the studio participated in the European Videogame Accelerator by Spielfabrique and the Madrid in Game incubation program, whilst in 2024, an online version of Hitori Kakurenbo was also released. Specializing in multiplayer and cooperative experiences, Infinite Thread Games is dedicated to bringing people together through compelling and beautifully crafted games, with Hidalgo next in line!