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PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER FRANCHISE ‘TRUE FEAR’ ANNOUNCES RELEASE DATE FOR ANTICIPATED PART 3

True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3 comes to Steam on March 31st. The installment reckons with the final secrets of the Stonehouse family.

Paris, FRANCE, 25 February 2025 | Horror fans rejoice! Indie developer Goblinz Ent. and publisher The Digital Lounge announce the release date for True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3. The game’s final installment is coming to Steam on March 31st. 

The Epic Conclusion

True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3 concludes the acclaimed indie thriller trilogy. True Fear follows Holly Stonehouse as she discovers the haunting details of her family’s dark past. Begin Holly’s story in True Fear Part 1 as she uncovers secrets in the derelict halls of Stonehouse Manor. In the franchise’s second installment, Holly follows the clues from her family estate to the Dark Falls Asylum, an abandoned hideout that comes alive at night. Holly’s story reaches its epic conclusion in True Fear 3, seeking to answer the questions that have haunted the Stonehouse name for generations.

Point-And-Click Horror

With accessible point-and-click mechanics, challenging puzzles, and a haunting atmosphere, True Fear combines the best of the psychological thriller genre with intuitive gameplay. Players can look forward to story elements revealed through cinematic interludes, point-and-click puzzles, and optional hidden object scenes to enrich the experience. Can you confront the mystery of the Stonehouse family’s demon?

Part 3 Coming March 31st, Demo Out Now

True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 1 launched in 2016. The unique atmosphere enraptured fans and led to the second installment in the series, launched in 2018. Both installments are available now on PC, console, and mobile. The games have been downloaded over 20 million times on iOS and Android and have amassed hundreds of five-star reviews on Steam. A demo of True Fear 3 is available to play now on Steam.

Gameplay Features:

  • An intense adventure brimming with psychological suspense and a story filled with diabolical twists and turns.
  • A compelling storyline with action-packed gameplay! Follow the clues, solve puzzles, and enjoy cinematic interludes with details about the Stonehouse family’s past!
  • Unique cinematography creates immersive sequences that lead you ever deeper into the oppressive atmosphere.

True Fear: Forsaken Souls Part 3 launches on Steam on March 31st. A free demo of the game is available now. 

About Goblinz Ent.:

Goblinz Ent. is a small indie game developer known for its psychological thrillers. While they have released only two games over the past 5 years, both have gathered a cult following.

About The Digital Lounge: The Digital Lounge is the publisher of Another World – 20th Anniversary Edition, Dino Dini’s Kick Off, and True Fear Trilogy. Since 15 years, we build a strong relationship with the game creators to support them with marketing, communication, and sales operations worldwide.

SLIPPERY PUZZLE GAME SLIDES ONTO STEAM! SOKOBAN ADVENTURE ‘SLIP N’ SLIME’ ANNOUNCED FOR PC, FEATURES A FREE DEMO

Experience the first few levels in the game’s demo, and prepare for 100+ challenges in the game’s full launch later this year.

San Jose, California, 26 February 2025 | A new title hits the Steam storefront with Slip n’ Slime, a Sokoban puzzler coming later this year. Featuring retro graphics and a charming color palette, Slip n’ Slime challenges players to move across different biomes, overcome obstacles, and solve puzzles to reach the next level. A free demo is available now on Steam.

Slip n’ Slide

Slip n’ Slime is a casual puzzle adventure set in a pixelated fantasy world. Inspired by retro Sokoban titles, Slip n’ Slime invites players to move around a map to reach different objectives. Pick a direction for your squishy slime to slide; your slime stops when it runs into an object or barrier. From there, redirect your path to inch closer to the end of the level. Complete the level by finding a proper set of moves to slide your slime to the finish! 

Find Your Flow

Slip n’ Slime boasts casual gameplay, perfect for playing for a few minutes or bingeing in a day! With over 100 hand-crafted levels, players can sink hours into this magical adventure. Moves are unlimited, and there are no time restraints, making Slip n’ Slime a perfect fit for seasoned Sokoban players and novices alike. Explore unique biomes as you slide your way through different puzzles, including the Autumn Forest, mystical Crystal Caves, the magical Wizard’s Domain, and more! Each biome introduces new mechanics for your slime to overcome. Move boxes to cover traps, collect keys to open doors, and use grates to resize your slime and access new areas of the map.  

A Casual Adventure

For a casual experience, Slip n’ Slime features low-stakes challenges suited to every player. If you fall through a trap or slide off the map, your slime instantly resets to its previous position. If you’re feeling stuck, reverse your moves to reconfigure your slime on the map. Zone out for hours as you move around the map and enjoy the game’s punchy audio effects. Listen to each squishy splat and smooth slide while you conquer this fun puzzle adventure!

Gameplay Features:

  • Over 100 unique hand-crafted puzzles to slip ‘n slide through
  • Hand-drawn pixel art to create that cozy feeling
  • Explore four different biomes in your quest to complete all the puzzles!
  • Casual fun with optional challenges – can you solve them all?
  • Super satisfying sounds and music bring the world to life
  • Available in ALL LANGUAGES due to no in-game text
  • It’s so easy to learn even your grandma can play!

Slip n’ Slime is coming to Steam later this year. Experience the first levels of the game in the free demo, available now

About Wild Magic Studio Wild Magic Studio is a remote team representing the US, Singapore, Brazil, and Sweden. A mixture of AAA developers and recent grads, the team is committed to providing high-quality gameplay experiences and sharing their passion for slimes with audiences worldwide.

UNLOCK THE TRUTH: YEAR 6, SEASON 3 OF TOM CLANCY’S THE DIVISION 2, AVAILABLE NOW 

In Season 3: “Burden of Truth,” Agents Search for Alani Kelso; New Seasonal Modifiers Added Along with Modifier Overhaul; Scout Missions Return

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – 26 February, 2025 – Today, Ubisoft announced the release of Year 6, Season 3 for Tom Clancy’s The Division® 2, featuring new Modifiers and an improved Seasonal Journey experience.  In Season 3 “Burden of Truth,” the elusive Alani Kelso needs to be found, and she’s left a trail of intel for Agents to follow. Although her allegiances are unclear, tracking her down is the key to uncovering the truth.

Players can earn a unique cosmetic item once they complete the season, and new cosmetics will be available to celebrate The Division 2’s anniversary in March.

Additionally, stash space is increasing, with 50 additional slots to be added for Warlords of New York Expansion owners and another 50 slots added for Year 1 Pass holders. Extra slots obtained on standard characters will carry over to hardcore characters.

Seasonal Modifiers: Seasonal Modifiers have been reworked to be a central gameplay component this season. Active Modifiers can now be accessed earlier, making the seasonal experience more approachable. Additionally, when players have Modifiers equipped, they can unlock Season XP bonuses.

Season 3 Modifiers will be themed around high-risk, high-reward tactics and offer powerful combat bonuses. The new Global Modifier rewards players when they engage in all-in, no-holds-barred combat, granting buffs as players gain more Momentum.  This season features a single Hostile Modifier, which buffs enemies and ramps up in intensity as players advance through the season.

Manhunt Scouts: Manhunt Scouts are returning, with weekly Scout missions needed to reach the Climax Mission. When all activities in a Scout mission are completed, players will receive a unique collectible that ties into the Season’s story. The Manhunt missions are playable solo, or players can team up in a group of four to take the target down. Players can unlock exclusive exotics as they play, such as the exotic backpack, Birdie’s Quick Fix, which can drop as a reward from any difficulty, with higher difficulties offering players better chances. When players complete the Manhunt Climax Mission, the Master difficulty Climax Mission will be unlocked.

Seasons 2.0 Improvements:

  • New improvements are coming to Priority Objectives, including the new Daily Refill system, which provides three rerolls for free every 24 hours. 
  • Modifiers can be earned through Seasonal Journey progression instead of Priority Objectives.
  • Season Pass XP can now be earned in all open-world activities. 

For the latest news on The Division 2 and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com

About Tom Clancy’s The Division   

Since the first The Division game launched in 2016, the series has offered a revolutionary experience through multiple games, all offering robust RPG customisation with tactical action combat. Upcoming games in the series include The Division Resurgence for mobile. Fans can sign up for a chance to play The Division Resurgence at thedivisionresurgence.com.   

About Ubisoft 

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed®, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2023-24 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €2.32 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

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ANNA WILLIAMS WILL RETURN IN TEKKEN 8 AS SEASON 2 ROADMAP AND DLC ARE REVEALED AT TEKKEN TALK LIVE

The ‘Scarlet Lightning’ Paves the Way for Additional Fighters Including an All-New Character; TEKKEN World Tour 2025 Details and Rank Match Adjustments Also Revealed

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe has revealed the Season 2 roadmap for TEKKEN 8, announcing that Anna Williams is coming to the game as the first of four new planned DLC characters, including an all-new original character. The “Scarlet Lightning,” who made her debut in the first TEKKEN™, will join the game’s roster with a 72-hour early access for Season 2 Character & Stage Pass and Season 2 Character Pass holders beginning 1st April 2025, and officially release on 4 April 2025. The Season 2 roadmap was revealed on the latest TEKKEN Talk Live, where the team also announced upcoming rank match adjustments and details for TEKKEN World Tour 2025 launching at EVO Japan this coming May.

Developed by Bandai Namco Studios Inc., TEKKEN 8 harnesses Unreal® Engine 5 to bring new weight and atmosphere to the game’s battles, with every character remodelled in stunning detail and new dynamic and destructible environments added to the game. TEKKEN 8 is available now on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam®.

Anna Williams joins the fight as the first DLC character of the new season, expanding the game’s roster to 37 fighters. Known as the “Scarlet Lightning” for her breathtaking beauty and skills as a former assassin, Anna continues her journey for revenge against her sister Nina Williams in TEKKEN 8.

The addition to the roster comes hot on the heels of the first licensed character added to the game, with Clive Rosfield from the FINAL FANTASY seriesannounced at The Game Awards and added this past December.

Bandai Namco also unveiled the new season roadmap, confirming the release of three additional DLC characters after Anna along with two new stages, with planned drops in Summer, Fall and Winter 2025.

Following an epic conclusion at TEKKEN World Tour 2024 Finals in Tokyo, TEKKEN World Tour 2025 will begin at EVO Japan this coming May. This year’s tour will include changes to the DOJO point system and Top 8 qualification. For more information about TEKKEN World Tour 2025, the tournament portal can be accessed at https://tekkenworldtour.com.

Over the past weekend, the European TEKKEN Cup 3 finals have been held at Gamescom LAN in Cologne and saw German TEKKEN player Nino emerge victorious after three days of intense competition. You can relive the Final here.

Bandai Namco also announced that Season 2 will introduce battle adjustments for all characters and updates to the Rank Match system including resetting leaderboards while adding eight new high tier ranks for players to achieve. Players will start with an updated rank and be matched throughout the season based on their highest-ranked character’s rank points. Additionally, the “Tekken Power” matching system has been removed.

For all the details revealed at TEKKEN Talk Live, check out the VOD here

For information on TEKKEN 8 and other titles from Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe, please visit https://www.bandainamcoent.eu/. Join the conversation on Twitter at https://x.com/tekken.

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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. 

For more information, please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu 

TEKKEN™8 & ©Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. Press Release ©Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe, All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Watch the full reveal trailer for 12-player murder mystery It Was You

Deduce the killer or frame your friends in a Halloween party that’s both a trick and a treat!

Salt Lake City, USA, February 25th, 2025 – Snowfall Games has unveiled the first full trailer for their upcoming multiplayer murder mystery game, It Was You as part of IGN Fan Fest 2025. Catch the first glimpse of this murder mystery-themed Halloween party, where 5-12 players will be given a role—detective or killer—and tools to manipulate, uncover, or plant evidence. Deduce the murderer or sow discord amongst your fellow party attendees when It Was You launches on Steam later this year.

Detectives have a range of tools at their disposal to uncover the truth—whether it’s using a magnifying glass to trace footprints, a blacklight to reveal hidden blood splatters, or even a lie detector to expose a suspect’s role. Meanwhile, killers rely on deception, using items like a spray bottle to erase their fingerprints or tape to plant someone else’s. They can even drag a body into a closet, hoping it remains undiscovered. At any moment, players can call for a discussion and vote to exile whoever they believe is guilty.

Acoustic proximity voice chat introduces lifelike reverberation and occlusion, causing voices to echo in the long corridors of the Tylock Estate. When a player enters a room and shuts the door, conversations from outside are naturally muffled, adding an unprecedented degree of immersion. To execute the perfect murder, killers must ensure the door is closed and no one is around —or risk detectives overhearing the victim’s scream echoing through the halls.

Every party feels alive with the addition of non-player guests. Killers must eliminate these NPCs first, creating a buffer that allows real players to investigate and participate in the narrative of every game before they risk becoming victims.

Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1967050/It_Was_You
It Was You website: https://itwasyou.com/

About Snowfall Games: 
Snowfall Games started during the 2020 global pandemic when lifelong friends Austin and Jaden, stuck at home, saw a gap in the social deduction genre—one that craved deeper gameplay, stunning visuals, and a true murder mystery theme. Having spent their childhood creating—building elaborate Halloween experiences for neighborhood kids, designing firework displays in Roller Coaster Tycoon, and learning game engines—they turned their passion into careers. Jaden made his mark developing Marine Arena 2, one of StarCraft 2’s most-played mods, and later worked on Hogwarts Legacy, New World, and Lost Ark. Meanwhile, Austin blended his computer science expertise with self-taught artistry, mastering 3D modeling and rendering to bring their vision to life. From two developers to a full-fledged team, Snowfall has spent four years driven by passion, countless late nights, and relentless ambition—culminating in its first game, It Was You.

2.5M-Follower VTuber Stars in Pixelated Action Platformer FUBUKI zero in on Holoearth, Debut Demo Available Today

Try the demo during Steam Next Fest

TOKYO — Feb. 25, 2025 — FUBUKI zero in on Holoearth, the pixelated action platformer featuring characters from the world of Hololive Alternative by the 80-million follower YouTube sensation Hololive, co-developed by Peposoft and WSS Playground and published by Phoenixx Inc.,  dashes and slashes onto PC via Steam with a new demo today, available during Steam Next Fest until Monday, Feb. 3rd, 2025.

Save HOLOEARTH in a retro fast-paced action adventure! Animal-eared otaku Shirakami Fubuki was mid-livestream with her fans when a chaotic interruption cut it short. Mysterious portals appear across Yamato, unleashing a demonic infestation in the Japan-esque land. 

Wolf girl Ookami Mio joins Fubuki’s quest to thwart the evil creatures on a cross-town adventure filled with perilous platforming challenges. Dash and double-jump through downtown Yamato concerts, Egyptian-themed casinos echoing the Las Vegas Strip, quaint carnivals filled with magic tricks and ferris wheels, as well as spooky towering temples.

Purify the planet with Fubuki’s trusty blade on an offensive onslaught against floating lanterns, archers, masked menaces, sentient slot machines, magicians, bats and other behemoth bosses permeating HOLOEARTH. Attack in all directions for lightning-quick melee combos, or charge up piercing projectiles to inflict damage at range. 

Cast Summons for an assist in battle, like mini-rocket foxes that fire in any chosen direction. Add subweapons to Fubuki’s firepower, like a pistol for instant attacks that travel across the screen. Peruse Fubuki’s home between adventures, and stop by Mizore’s kitchen to purchase extra lives, boosts to health and power, and mystery items granting surprise benefits.  

“From its art style to music, FUBUKI zero in on Holoearth successfully hearkens back to the 16-bit era as a charming blast from the past,” says Daichi Saito, producer at WSS Playground. “Hololive fans will enjoy diving deeper into a storied universe while retro platforming aficionados will enjoy a fresh challenge to add to their libraries!”

FUBUKI zero in on Holoearth arrives on PC via Steam in Spring 2025 with a demo available now during Steam Next Fest with language options in Japanese, English, Simplified Chinese and Traditional Chinese. For more information, visit the official WSS Playground website and follow WSS Playground on Twitter / X.

About WSS Playground

Founded in October 2019, WSS Playground is a development studio that takes “play” seriously, with notable titles in their portfolio including All in Abyss: Judge the Fake, The Great Villainess: Strategy of Lily, DRAINUS, EDEN.schemata();, Touhou Luna Nights, and NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD.

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.

THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS: IDLE ADVENTURE’S CELEBRATES HALF-YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH NEW CHARACTERS, KNIGHTHOOD CONTENT AND EVENTS!

LOS ANGELES FEBRUARY 25, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, is celebrating its half-year anniversary for its idle RPG The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventure by bringing in new characters, adding Knighthood-oriented content and initiating various in-game events for players to enjoy.

The newest update celebrating its half-year anniversary adds STR-attributed Debuffer Invasion Arrow Gowther to the playable character roster. Invasion Arrow Gowther is the third Special Hero to be joining The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventureafter Pitch-Black Meliodas and Demon King’s Deputy Zeldris

Invasion Arrow Gowther can be acquired through the “Appreciation Package” at the Shop, which is available until March 25. This limited-time package also includes Invasion Arrow Gowther, [Seven Deadly Sins] Hero Selection Ticket (x3), [Ten Commandments] Hero Selection Ticket (x3) and Half-year Anniversary Surprise Box (x20) which offers various currencies and resources. Invasion Arrow Gowther is also available through Rate up Summon Tickets where STR-attributed Tank Fraudrin of Selflessness can also be drawn during the same period.

As part of this update, Knighthoods can now compete with one another. The Knighthood Territory Battle will match up three Knighthoods per map every weekend where players can earn battle points by defeating monsters or other Knighthoods within the territory. A mid-boss can appear at any time and the Knighthood who takes out the mid-boss will be able to capture the territory. By occupying two territories, a final boss surfaces for players to earn a vast number of battle points which grants various rewards.

To commemorate the half-year anniversary, the app icon and login page will be updated along with the commencement of a diverse range of in-game events:

  • Half-year Anniversary Grand Rate Up: A special Rate Up event composed of heroes appeared in the “New Hero Rate Up” since launch.
  • Half-year Anniversary Carnival & Event Shop: Clear missions to trade in Half-year Anniversary related perks of Profile Borders, Card Draws and also “Dessert Forks” for the Half-year Anniversary Celebratory Cake Event.
  • Half-year Anniversary Check-In Event: Rewarding a total of 77,777 Diamonds
  • Half-year Anniversary Celebratory Cake Event: Players can earn Strawberry Ornaments to level up their Cakes per drawing Hawk Cards. Dessert Forks that recharges five times on a daily basis are to be utilized to pick up event currencies which in result will be traded in for Half-anniversary Hero Summon Tickets consisted of heroes of [Seven Deadly Sins] and [Ten Commandments]
  • Half-year Anniversary Daily Event Rewards: Players can obtain the “Awakening Token Box” of desired elements every day.

Other updates include the Advent Battle boss substitution from Gloxnia of Repose to Drole of Patience. Players can also experience stage expansions from the current 11000 to 12000 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.

ⒸNS,K/TSDSRP,M ⒸNS,K/TSDSDJP,TX ⒸNS,K/TSDSFKAP ©Netmarble Corp. & Netmarble F&C Inc.

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.

SPECTRE DIVIDE SEASON 1 ‘FLASHPOINT’ UPDATE AND CONSOLE VERSIONS NOW AVAILABLE

Massive Update For Genre-Evolving Tactical Shooter Also Marks the Simultaneous Console Launch on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S – Get Ready For Twitch Drops!

LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 25, 2025 – Mountaintop Studios announced today that Spectre Divide Season 1 ‘Flashpoint’ update is now available on PC via Steam in addition to the games release on PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. The new Season 1 ‘Flashpoint’ content features a massive overhaul of the game, enhanced gameplay movement with the Sprint mechanic, improved match economy and loadout systems, Battlepass with over 70 rewards, new Monark Sponsor kit, debut of the Canal map, and so much more. The launch of Spectre Divide on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S, comes after months of development, fine-tuning controller gameplay to near-perfection as well as implementing cross-platform online multiplayer between consoles. Simply put – it has never been a better time to dive into the Spectre Dive experience.  

In celebration of the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S launch and the release of the Season 1 ‘Flashpoint’ update, Spectre Divide has launched a Twitch drop campaign that kicks off today with five new rewards available through March 11th:

  • Communa Logo Spray
  • Five Stars Logo Spray
  • Drone Gun Charm
  • Mako Buzzsaw Weapon Skin
  • Cold Blooded Outfit

Play now to get in on the limited-time, promotional giveaway featuring the Cyberlord melee weapon! This deadly new melee weapon will be free to all Spectre Divide players today. Act quickly; the giveaway is only available for 48 hours!

“Since launch on Steam late last year, we’ve combed through thousands of reviews, had long Discord discussions with players, and sorted through all the critical and constructive feedback,” states Nate Mitchell, CEO of Mountaintop Studios. “The passion and dedication of our vibrant community has energized us through the past five months of development leading to the launch of ‘Flashpoint’ our biggest update. We’ve also devoted a lot of time to make sure the console experience plays superbly on controllers. We’re all-in on momentous time for the game and look forward to seeing you in Breakwater.”

Spectre Divide Season 1 ‘Flashpoint’ Features:

  • New Monark Tactical Sponsor Kit – Make use of the following abilities:
    • Sovereign Shell: Stop bullets with your personal force-field
    • Siphon: Steal health and scout enemy positions
    • Crosswall: Break up sight-lines and cause mayhem
  • New Canal Map – Inspired by classic 90’s anime, the winding waterway and massive fast-recall platform create a combat playground rewarding strategic position and tactical execution.
  • New Sprinting Mechanic – Gone are the days of slow map rotations, as sprinting will enable players to close gaps, outmaneuver your opponents and reinforce your teammates quickly.
  • Reworked Economy & Buy Menu 2.0 – Create custom weapon pairs on the fly with the Buy Menu 2.0 and mix weapons to fit your “Duality” needs and catch the competition by surprise
  • Season 1 Battlepass – Over 70 levels of unique rewards themed around the rival Districts of Five Stars & Communa as well as 24 free items, including outfits, weapon skins, and accessories
  • Pricing and DLC Updates – Reduced store and Supporter Pack prices, 4 free outfits to all players (04, Prince, High Performance, Primal), and 5,600 Spectre Points gift to all PC players who purchased SP or a DLC before Season 1

Spectre Divide is a free-to-play 3v3 tactical shooter currently available for Windows PC via SteamPlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. For more information about the game, visit the official website.

ABOUT MOUNTAINTOP STUDIOS

Mountaintop is a small, independent, fully-remote studio comprised of industry veterans from around the world, looking to evolve the tactical shooter genre. The team is comprised of developers from major shooter titles including Counter-Strike, Valorant, Apex Legends, Halo, Overwatch and Battlefield. Check out the studio’s official website here.

DON’T NOD & Studio Tolima’s Koira to Release Early on April 1, 2025

Play the Koira demo now during Steam Next Fest

PARIS Feb. 25, 2025 – DON’T NOD is pleased to announce that Koira, the wholesome adventure game developed by Belgian studio Tolima, will launch on April 1, 2025 – more than two weeks ahead of the originally announced release date!

Koira will launch on PC (Steam) and PlayStation 5 at 17.99€/$17.99 with a 10% launch discount. In addition, there will be a Support the Devs bundle which will include five pieces of concept art that can be used as wallpapers.

Steam Next Fest

The demo of Koira is currently playable as part of Steam Next Fest, a celebration of upcoming games with demos, developer livestreams, and chats which runs until March 3. A livestream with developers Ben Lega (Founder and Director) and Sander Vanhove (Lead Game Dev and Tech Artist) will air throughout the event, giving players the chance to gain some behind-the-scenes knowledge, insights, and a sneak peek of what happens in the game after the demo ends!

Players can continue to play the demo of Koira up until March 10.

About the Game

Koira is a heartwarming, hand-drawn adventure featuring a lost forest spirit and her new puppy friend. Together they must journey to safety in the heart of the enchanted forest, solving puzzles, finding friends, and avoiding the hunters lurking along the way.

About DON’T NOD

DON’T NOD is an independent French publisher and developer with studios in Paris and Montréal creating original narrative games in the adventure (Life is StrangeTM, Tell Me WhyTM, Twin MirrorTM), RPG (VampyrTM, Banishers: Ghosts of New EdenTM), and action (Remember MeTM) genres. The studio is internationally renowned for unique narrative experiences with engaging stories and characters and has worked with industry leading publishers: Square Enix, Microsoft, Bandai Namco Entertainment, Focus Entertainment and Capcom. DON’T NOD creates and publishes its own IPs developed in-house such as Harmony: The Fall of ReverieTMJusantTM and Lost Records: Bloom & RageTM as well as using its knowledge and experience to collaborate with third-party developers whose editorial visions parallel the company’s own. 

Step into the studio’s immersive and innovative universe at dont-nod.com.

DON’T NOD (ISIN code: FR0013331212 – ALDNE) is listed on Euronext Growth Paris.

About Studio Tolima

Studio Tolima is a Belgian independent developer, based in Brussels and founded in 2022. The studio specializes in the production of minimalistic, broadly accessible emotional experiences.

This game received support from the Flanders Audiovisual Fund (VAF) of the Government of Flanders.

Realized with the support of the Tax Shelter of the Belgian Federal Government.

Fight for Survival Against Hordes of the Undead in Maximum Apocalypse’s Steam Next Fest Demo

Let Rock Manor Games’ Mike Gnade and Mega Cat Studios teach you the basics of survival before you dive into the Maximum Apocalypse Steam Next Fest Demo

PITTSBURGH, PA — February 25, 2025 —  Pittsburgh-based publisher and developer Mega Cat Studios and indie game studio Rock Manor Gamesare thrilled to announce that the highly anticipated Steam Next Fest demo for Maximum Apocalypse: The Video Game is now live, offering players a chance to experience the tense survival action of this roguelike adventure, now available to wishlist on Steam.

To celebrate the demo’s launch, Rock Manor Games has released a new gameplay overview video featuring the game’s creator, Mike Gnade, along with Mega Cat Studios’ Associate Producer and Visual Identity Lead T.J. Tague, showcasing an exclusive hour-long gameplay session that dives deep into the development process and the challenges of adapting the hit tabletop game into an engaging digital experience.

The Maximum Apocalypse demo introduces players to the chaos of the zombie apocalypse through three action-packed missions, where players will need to use their wits and carefully manage the precious resources they gather to survive the armies of the undead. In this early taste of the game, players can take control of one of six unique survivors, each with their own set of skills and abilities, to navigate the dangerous, turn-based combat and ruthless survival mechanics. The demo also provides a sneak peek at the game’s hand-drawn art style, showcasing its striking art style and gritty apocalyptic world.

Key features:

  • Fresh Gameplay Every Session: Each mission brings new challenges and objectives, keeping the apocalypse exciting.
  • Unique Scenarios: Battle your way through diverse post-apocalyptic landscapes, each presenting a different struggle for survival.
  • Choose Your Survivor: Select from a roster of seasoned survivors, each with their own playstyle and strengths.
  • Explore, Equip, and Conquer: Scavenge the wasteland for resources, craft weapons, and fight off monstrous threats.
  • Single or Multiplayer: Brave the apocalypse solo or team up with friends locally or online!

A digital adaptation of Rock Manor Games’ hit 1-6 player board game, drawing heavily from its creator’s deep-rooted love for video games, Maximum Apocalypse: The Video Game invites you to navigate a post-apocalyptic world filled with perils such as zombies, mutants, and catastrophic environmental events. Stepping into the shoes of post-apocalyptic survivors, players must scavenge for supplies, overcome terrifying adversaries, and survive against all odds. Maximum Apocalypse provides fresh challenges and objectives for each session, ensuring a continually engaging adventure across a variety of post-apocalyptic scenarios.

“I’m really excited to have players get their hands on the Maximum Apocalypse demo,” said Tague. “We’ve focused on bringing the best elements of the board game to the digital world, and I’m proud of our team for the hard work they’ve done so far.”

Maximum Apocalypse: The Video Game is slated for a full release in Q2, 2025.

About Rock Manor Games

Rock Manor Games is a small independent game studio founded by Mike Gnade as a creative outlet for his game projects, prototypes, and ideas. The company is committed to creating innovative and immersive gaming experiences that captivate players and push the boundaries of the medium. Rock Manor Games continues to be a driving force in the tabletop gaming industry.

About Mega Cat Studios

Founded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Mega Cat Studios strives to deliver unforgettable experiences for gamers of all generations. With our hearts firmly planted somewhere in the 1990s and gazes set on the future, our team combines a passion for crafting new retro classics with an unwavering commitment to delivering compelling current-gen content.