Home Blog Page 534

Next installment in the acclaimed Nocturnal series rebrands to YTASH – A Nocturnal Poem

Lausanne, Switzerland, March 5th 2025 – Independent developer Sunnyside Games has today revealed that their upcoming flame-wielding metroidvania platformer Nocturnal 2 has been rebranded as YTASH – A Nocturnal Poem. Coming to Nintendo Switch and PC later this year, YTASH – A Nocturnal Poem is a spinoff from the acclaimed side-scrolling Nocturnal (currently sitting on 81/100 on Metacritic and is Strongly Recommended on Opencritic), inviting new players to ignite their swords and explore a city consumed in total darkness.

“We wanted to ensure YTASH – A Nocturnal Poem had a strong, unique identity as both a spinoff and as the next installment in the Nocturnal series,” said Gabriel Sonderegger, co-founder of Sunnyside Games. “As players will discover, the story of this game revolves around a specific poem with an associated mechanic, and we wanted to highlight that through the new title. YTASH – A Nocturnal Poem isn’t a sequel, anyone can fire up their blade and jump into our latest adventure, launching later this year!”

YTASH – A Nocturnal Poem offers hand-drawn visuals and search action gameplay with a twist: as a master of the Enduring Flame technique, a single blow on a fire source sets your sword ablaze, allowing you to push back the darkness and unleash stylish abilities. Use your Flame wisely, as it can be swiftly extinguished by the many foes trying to keep you in the dark.

YTASH – A Nocturnal Poem features:

  • Metroidvania Gameplay – Explore a non-linear world – burn your way throughout the city of Ytash to reach the First Brazier and discover new enemies and hidden secrets along the way
  • Unique Fire System – Keeping your Flame alight is your only way to survive the many dangers ahead. Maintain it at any cost by striking fire sources and protect it to better see the enemy attacks. With only a single health point, clinging to the flame is essential for survival
  • Fiery Abilities – Master your flames to hurl enemies and juggle them into ashes. Mix and match Fire Gems to unlock new spells!
  • Hand-Drawn 2D Animation – Engulf yourself in a fully hand-drawn, 2D animated world

A World of Secrets – YTASH – A Nocturnal Poem is meant to be consumed in a relatively short amount of time, but many surprises are on the menu for those who seek different paths…and true revelations.

YTASH – A Nocturnal Poem on socials:
Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2847780/YTASH__A_Nocturnal_Poem/
View the website: https://www.sunnysidegames.ch/

About Sunnyside Games
Sunnyside Games is a Swiss-based company founded in 2013 and composed of sorcerers, artists, and engineers that are working hand-in-hand to create challenging, immersive and well hand-crafted 2D games for PCs and consoles. Previous games from Sunnyside Games include Nocturnal, Towaga: Among Shadows, and The Firm.

Jagex announces CEO Transition

Jon Bellamy appointed as CEO

Cambridge, England, March 4th 2025 – Jagex, a leading UK video game company and developer of the RuneScape MMORPG franchise, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jon Bellamy as Chief Executive Officer. Jon will succeed Phil Mansell, who has served as CEO since 2017. Phil will remain with the business for a period of time to ensure a smooth transition.

Jon enters this role with global strategic and operational experience as well as deep understanding and appreciation of RuneScape. He has served on Jagex’s Board since 2024 and has extensive experience in the gaming industry, including executive roles at Jagex (2015-2018) and Huuuge Games (2019-2023). Jon is also a player of RuneScape for over 20 years and a veteran of the OSRS & RS3 communities.

“On behalf of the board, I want to sincerely thank Phil for his leadership and contributions to Jagex over the past 14 years,” said Marc Allera, Jagex Chairman. “Under Phil’s leadership, Jagex has undergone significant transformation, growing into the Company it is today while always staying true to its player-centric focus – with an all time record number of Old School RuneScape players in Q4- 2024. We all wish him the very best and know he will go on to do great things in the future.”

Marc Allera added: “This is an incredibly exciting time for the Company as we continue to offer a world-class gaming experience and introduce new content, including the highly anticipated Sailing skill to Old School RuneScape in 2025. We’re confident that under Jon’s leadership, the business will continue to provide players the most fulfilling and engaging gaming experiences possible.”

Phil Mansell said “After an incredible 14 years leading RuneScape and 8 years as Jagex’s CEO, I’m stepping back and handing over the baton to Jon Bellamy. Working alongside such a talented and passionate team, we’ve significantly grown the Company and player community, cementing Jagex as an innovator in community-driven games and genuine leader in this industry. As the Company embarks on its next chapter, I am delighted to be handing over to a leader who I know cares about our games and business as much as I do – and I look forward to supporting him as he builds upon the strong foundations we’ve created.”

Jon Bellamy commented, “It’s a great honour to assume the leadership of Jagex and to help steward a game franchise that means so much to so many millions, myself included. I am also excited to get to work with the outstanding team, whom I know well from my time on the Board, to ensure our games continue to be the best in the world. I plan to spend some time now with the team, reviewing our ambitions for Jagex, and plan to communicate my broader vision to the RuneScape community in the near-term.”

This video about the CEO Transition was shared with all Jagex employees earlier today:

About Jagex

A leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower our communities across PC and mobile. Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 300 million player accounts to its world and is a $2 billion + lifetime revenue franchise. Today, the RuneScape franchise exists beyond live operations; our titles are forever games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds.

More information can be found at www.jagex.com

Meridiem announces physical edition of Elsie for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch

Get ready to join the fight and battle to save the world!

Madrid, Spain – 4 March 2025. Meridiem is pleased to announce that it will publish a physical edition of Elsie. This technicolour, hyperkinetic, rogue-like action-platformer is filled with procedurally generated levels, an army of robots to blast through, and a wide scope of items and weaponry to make each run unique. Developed by Knight Shift Games and digitally published by Playtonic Friends, the special physical Magitek Edition of Elsie will be distributed by Meridiem across European specialist stores for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on 22 May 2025.

Meridiem is responsible for designing and manufacturing the physical Magitek Edition of Elsie for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch and will include a copy of the game, a special case, a sticker sheet and a character book!

Welcome to the planet Ekis, a bountiful world filled with natural resources and scientific discovery! There is chaos amongst this wonder however, in a world awash with natural disasters. Our story begins with Dr Grey, a talented scientist who engineered a team of high-tech androids with the power to prevent these disasters. These Androids were known as “The Guardians”.

The Guardian’s true power lay in the Arclight Core, an energy source that allowed them to bend the elements to their will. The world rejoiced in a new age of peace and safety, but this peace was short lived – as one day without warning or explanation, the Guardians disappeared.

Winds whipped, seas surged, and a newfound threat quickly emerged as an army of robots laid siege to Dr Grey’s home, the city of Neotoño. Amidst the chaos and threat of more disasters, Dr Grey forged one final android…Elsie. Built like none before her, she must find the Guardians and save planet Ekis.

Features

  • Bullet Hell Ballet: dash, dive, and shoot your way through stages filled with dynamic enemies, all while performing perfectly timed precision parrying.
  • Death is only the beginning: in this roguelike rollercoaster die and die and die again – but you’ll always get back on your feet to embrace the chaos.
  • Explore the technicolour Domains of Planet Ekis: take a tour of Planet Ekis’s vibrant neon-drenched biomes. With procedural generation leading to everchanging levels, each run presents unique challenges and enemies.
  • Augmented Action and Character Customization: make strategic decisions on upgrades, skills, and weapons to drastically alter the dynamic of each run. Experiment with different playstyles for devastating synergies.
  • Challenge epic boss battles and conquer biome Guardians: test your skills against boisterous bots, massive bosses and biome Guardians, memorising patterns to emerge victorious.
  • Master Melee Combat with a second player character: join the fray with Andru, a melee-based character featuring unique augments, weapons, and abilities. Get up close and personal to bash baddies and bring the noise!

Elsie – Magitek Edition will launch as a physical edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch  on 22 May 2025. For more information, visit www.meridiem-games.com

About Meridiem

We are Meridiem, a video game publisher and distributor in love with its culture, which we protect and pass on in order to preserve it. We do this by fostering talent through investment in independent projects with potential, bringing back classic titles, promising indies and AAA games while continuing to support the physical format.

When we stop working on video games, we celebrate by playing video games. https://meridiem-games.com/  #PLAYTOREMEMBER

About Playtonic Friends

The studio that brought you Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair, Playtonic launched their publishing arm, Playtonic Friends to be a helping hand to indie developers around the world. Established in February 2021 Playtonic Friends has helped bring incredible titles such as B.P.M, Demon Turf, Blossom Tales 2 and Lil Gator Game to wider audiences.

Award-Winning Adventure Until Then Celebrates Storytelling in Steam’s Visual Novel Fest

Snag the critically acclaimed indie game on Steam today for 40% off

Walnut Creek, California – March 3, 2025 | Maximum Entertainment and Polychroma Games are excited to announce that Until Then, the slice-of-life indie narrative journey set in the Philippines, is part of Steam’s Visual Novel Fest starting today, with a substantial 40% off the price tag. Disappearances, moments of déjà vu that just don’t add up, and other abnormalities await in this emotional adventure on Steam.

Nominated for multiple awards including the 2025 GLAAD Media Awards for Outstanding Video Game, Indie Game Awards for Emotional Impact, and TIGA Awards for Best Narrative Game, Until Then is a cinematic adventure that unfolds a captivating and eerie story about curious high school students trapped in a fractured reality. Set in beautifully crafted environments inspired by real-life locations in the Philippines, players take on the role of Mark Borja, a high schooler navigating the ups and downs of teenage life. From school and piano practice to friendships and social media, Mark faces the ordinary struggles of adolescence. But beneath the surface, something isn’t quite right—an unexpected twist of fate is on the horizon, ready to reshape his world.

As you journey through Mark’s life, you’ll encounter vibrant, relatable characters dealing with their own personal challenges, dive into the digital world through everyday technology, and engage in quirky minigames that keep you hooked. Wrapped in breathtaking cinematic pixel art and accompanied by a dynamic soundtrack, Until Then brings this emotionally charged, mysterious world to life. Can you uncover the secrets before it’s too late?

Until Then is available now on PC and PlayStation 5, and today through March 10, it is part of Steam’s Visual Novel Fest with a celebratory sale, learn more here. To stay in touch with Maximum Entertainment, follow @MaximumEntmt on X and Facebook or go to www.maximument.com. Follow Until Then on X.

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.

About Polychroma Games

Polychroma Games is an independent game studio based in the Philippines seeking to explore and push the envelope of story in play. Our team believes that video games hold awesome potential as a medium of storytelling. We entwine the interactivity of play and the power of narrative into one.

Monster Hunter Wilds – Gameplay

As we set forth into the Forbidden Lands with a new expeditionary group we encounter a tribe living in the supposedly uninhabited land and begin to hunt down a handful of large scale monsters with a hammer alongside our Palico and Seikret buddies in Capcom’s Monster Hunter Wilds.

Monster Hunter Wilds – Gameplay

The unbridled force of nature runs wild and relentless, with environments transforming drastically from one moment to the next. This is a story of monsters and humans and their struggles to live in harmony in a world of duality.

Embark on an epic adventure in Monster Hunter Wilds, the latest action RPG from Capcom, releasing on February 28, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. As a skilled hunter, you’ll explore the uncharted Forbidden Lands, a dynamic world teeming with life and ever-changing climates. Delve into thrilling hunts, encounter formidable monsters like the enigmatic White Wraith, and uncover the mysteries surrounding a young boy named Nata. Experience seamless exploration, master a diverse arsenal of weapons, and utilize the innovative Focus Mode to target specific monster weaknesses. Whether you’re a series veteran or new to the franchise, Monster Hunter Wilds offers an immersive and challenging experience that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Monster Hunter Wilds
Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Publisher: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Platform: Windows, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S
Release Date: 28 Feb, 2025
Price: $69.99 USD

Available here – https://www.monsterhunter.com/wilds/

Summary:

Recommended – “Monster Hunter Wilds introduces new mechanics while sticking true to the addictive gameplay loop, making this new addition just as entertaining as fans could hope for even if its storyline is lacking.”

Check out our review for Monster Hunter Wilds here!

Check out all the latest in the world of video games, anime, and entertainment at Capsule Computers:

Website: https://www.capsulecomputers.com.au/
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CapsuleComputers
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/capsulecomputer
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/curator/2666558-Capsule-Computers/
Pinterest: https://au.pinterest.com/capsulecomputer/

PLAY ASSASSIN’S CREED SHADOWS BEFORE LAUNCH AT FORTRESS SYDNEY

Celebrate the beloved world of Assassin’s Creed, with fantastic prizes to be won.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – March 4, 2025 – Today, Ubisoft ANZ announced that players can visit Fortress Sydney to play Assassin’s Creed Shadows, the upcoming installment in the Assassin’s Creed® franchise set in Feudal Japan, prior to the game’s launch.

Players can visit Fortress Sydney on Friday, March 14, from 4:00PM – 10:00 PM AEDT to go hands-on on with the game, immerse themselves in the Assassin’s Creed brand and have the opportunity win fantastic prizes:

  • Hands-on with Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Head to the Arena to secure your spot for a 30-minute hands-on session with the game, with a limited number of exclusive Assassin’s Creed Shadows pins to giveaway to those that play.
  • Assassin’s Creed Trivia: Test your knowledge of the Creed from 7:00 – 8:00 PM in the Tavern. Register in teams of five on the night to take part, and each member of the winning team will receive an Assassin’s Creed Shadows Collector’s Edition.
  • Assassin’s Creed x Magic the Gathering: Head upstairs to 2315 Bar for Mana on Tap, Fortress’ community-focused Magic the Gathering event. Open to players of every skill level, Ubisoft ANZ will be giving away a limited number of Assassin’s Creed Beyond Booster packs to players that bring their MtG deck.
  • Limited Edition Food & Drink: Take your tastebuds to Feudal Japan with limited edition food and beverage items inspired by Assassin’s Creed Shadows. These bespoke menu items will be discounted for all attendees.

Led by Ubisoft Québec*, Assassin’s Creed Shadows will immerse players in 16th century Japan as they experience the intertwined stories of Naoe, an adept shinobi Assassin from the Iga Province, and Yasuke, the powerful samurai of historical legend. Players will explore their personal journeys, encounter pivotal historical figures, and shape the duo’s shared destiny as Japan treads a brutal path toward unification. Amid the chaos of a land in turmoil, fractured by war and threatened by foreign influences, Daimyo Oda Nobunaga’s relentless ambition will shape the fate of both heroes as they forge a path for a new Creed to emerge in Japan.

Players who pre-order any edition of Assassin’s Creed Shadows will gain free access to the ‘Claws of Awaji’ expansion, launching later in 2025. This expansion will introduce a brand-new open-world region with over 10 hours of additional content plus new skills, gear, abilities, and a new weapon for Naoe, the Bō. In this new adventure, players will journey to the mysterious island of Awaji, where Naoe and Yasuke will be relentlessly chased by the Sanzoku Ippa, a dangerous new faction threatening the region. Avoiding the traps and ambushes set by these deadly new foes, players will feel the tension of being hunted. For more information about Claws of Awaji, please visit https://www.ubisoft.com/en-au/game/assassins-creed/shadows/expansion

Additionally, players who pre-order will gain access to the exclusive “Thrown to the Dogs” bonus quest, available at launch.

For more information on Assassin’s Creed, please visit: assassinscreed.com.  

*Along with the following co-devs studios: Ubisoft Barcelona, Ubisoft Belgrade, Ubisoft Bordeaux, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Chengdu, Ubisoft Kyiv, Ubisoft Milan, Ubisoft Montpellier, Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Odesa, Ubisoft Philippines, Ubisoft Pune, Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft Singapore, Ubisoft Sofia, and Ubisoft Toronto with the support of Ubisoft Japan.

About Assassin’s Creed     

Since it first launched in 2007, the Assassin’s Creed series has sold more than 200 million games worldwide. The franchise is now established as one of the best-selling series in video game history. Recognized for having some of the richest, most engrossing storytelling in the industry, Assassin’s Creed transcends video games, branching out into numerous other entertainment media.   

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.

© 2025 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered trademarks in the US and/or other countries

tinyBuild Presents New Monthly YouTube Series: “How To Pitch Games”

Tune in for helpful insights from industry veterans to improve your indie game pitching prowess

SEATTLE, Washington – 3 March, 2025 – tinyBuild, the premier indie label behind Hello Neighbor, Graveyard Keeper, Potion Craft, and other beloved million-selling hits, today launches the first episode of How to Pitch Games, a podcast helping passionate indie teams pitch their games to publishers. 

Each month, two up-and-coming developers will present their projects to a rotating panel composed of members of tinyBuild’s own publishing team as well as other industry veterans to receive constructive feedback before pitching their game in earnest. The first episode will feature tinyBuild’s Tom Brien, Co-Founder and Creative Director, and Vladimir Tolmachev, Producer, evaluating BabushCats, the cozy, grandma-run cat shelter simulator from the student developers at Deez Games, and Floating Factory, the factory-building puzzle from Pushka Studios, an experienced porting studio venturing into original titles for the first time.

Gain actionable pitching tips, inspire others with creative ideas, and learn about the industry’s best practices together. Independent game developers everywhere, from industry pros to aspiring devs, now have the chance to receive real, useful assessments from publishing insiders to better showcase and market their projects. Join a growing community of likeminded developers dedicated to sharing lessons learned, successful trends, and more.

“There’s so much feedback we’d love to provide to teams pitching us their games,” says Corey Caplan, podcast host and tinyBuild’s Director of Business Development and Partner Licensing. “So instead of making excuses, we made time for them. This is a space we want dedicated to those who truly put their all into their game development projects. If you put your heart into it, we want to put eyes on it. We hope that what you learn from our new podcast will help you get the attention you deserve in an overly competitive creative industry.”

Join the audience and guests working as one unified group to learn, discover, and grow with How to Pitch Games. For more information, visit tinyBuild’s official website, follow the How to Pitch Games’ official YouTube channel, Bluesky and X (formerly Twitter) accounts.

About tinyBuild

tinyBuild started as an indie game developer and morphed into a developer-publisher you can’t miss. Our dedication to creating long-term partnerships and elevating recognizable franchises has resulted in many successful collaborations with talented developers from all over the world. The company has released dozens of games, including Hello Neighbor, Graveyard Keeper, SpeedRunners, and more. Although headquartered in the Seattle Area, USA, the company has established a strong global presence with studios across the US, Netherlands, Latvia, and Eastern Europe.

Strategic Card-Based RPG ‘Sultan’s Game’ Titillates Temptation on Steam 31 March

Satisfy the Sultan’s sinister whims and persuade a chaotic kingdom

HANGZHOU, China – 3 March 2025 – Sultan’s Game, the twisted narrative-driven card-based RPG that crowdfunded over $275,000 in its first week from developer Double Cross Studio and publisher 2P Games, reigns over PC via Steam on Monday, 31 March 2025.

Descend into depravity as the Sultan’s courtier, indulging the monarch’s cruel game. Draw one of four dark categories of cards every seven days, each demanding despicable acts. Seek pleasures of the flesh with Carnality, spend beyond good sense with Extravagance, venture into perilous adventures with Conquer, and provide human sacrifices when drawing Bloodshed. Fail to complete a card’s challenge in one week and suffer fatal consequences.

Travel the land, from seedy alleyways and brothels to the Sultan’s Palace and Religious Temples. Survive encounters with rabid dogs and fierce lions…or even dreadful demons and majestic dragons. Accrue resource cards like Gold, Convictions, and Nobles, then spend them to persuade citizens and sway the royal court. Build intelligence and equipment, complete NPC quests to recruit allies, and expand influence to ascend from pawn to power broker.

Carve out agency in the Sultan’s game to rise as a master manipulator. What begins as a life-or-death trial can grow into an opportunity to accumulate influence and power. Perhaps a political rival could make a fitting sacrifice for a Bloodshed card, or a Carnality demand could turn an out-of-reach prospect into a new spouse. Seek balance as extreme choices can push away even the most trusted allies, and neither saints nor madmen will thrive in this game.

Succumb to Sultan’s Game’s rich, immersive storyline inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, all showcased in a beautifully baroque hand-drawn art style reflective of the middle ages. Navigate a network of intersecting characters and pursue multiple endings. Control the Sultan’s fate from the confines of his game: become a willing sycophant, plot regicide, strive for utopia…or summon dark gods to end it all.

Sultan’s Game is finally launching soon and we appreciate the overwhelming support from the community along the way,” said Yin Li, Producer and Developer, Double Cross Studio. “Both long-time supporters and newcomers will be able to immerse themselves in the Sultan’s turbulent world soon; stay tuned for the upcoming new information!”

Sultan’s Game will be available on PC via Steam on Monday, 31 March 2025. Language support includes English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese. 

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

About Double Cross Studio

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

About 2P Games

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

‘Cash Cleaner Simulator’ Scrubs Away The Grime on PC via Steam May 8 

Cleanse cash on consoles in Q4 2025

HILVERSUM, NETHERLANDS – Feb. 28th, 2025 – Cash Cleaner Simulator, the relaxing money processing sim from developer Mind Control Games and publisher Forklift Interactive, arrives on PC via Steam just in time for spring cleaning on Thursday, May 8. PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S releases follow in Q4 2025 as revealed during IGN Fan Fest.

Take on dirty jobs to make filthy bills, coins, and treasures look like new, indubious valuables and become filthy rich in the process! Scrub, stack, and sort piles of money with a wide selection of experimental tools to a bass-heavy trap soundtrack. Kick back and focus on the cleansing craft with no time restraints or pressure in this lucrative new career.

Search the darknet on a jailbroken cell phone to reach new clients and quietly convert some of their currency into untraceable crypto to buy new cleaning tools, upgrade current machines, and purchase furnishings to cozy up the Cash Cleaner Lab. Try out new gadgets like the washing machine and drier, UV lamp, workbench and furnace. Furnish, and decorate the space with plants, Moneyball hoops, and more.

Make use of spare piles of dough by forming and shooting basketballs, creating confetti by sending cheddar flying with the Money Gun, and burning money in the fireplace to keep the lab warm. Snoop around the lab with UV lights and other tools to find wealth storage solutions and secrets – and perhaps even discover the reason there’s no exit.

“We wanted to focus on the joy and satisfaction of cleaning and organizing as a form of ASMR with money,” said Leonid Gorbachev, CEO of Mindcontrol Games. “We hope Cash Cleaner Simulator becomes a new favorite way to relax, whether that’s through cleaning, decorating, or playing around in the lab with no deadlines.”

Cash Cleaner Simulator will make suspicious money sparkle on PC via Steam Thursday, May 8, and on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S in Q4 2025. It will support English, French, German, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, and Spanish languages.

To learn more about Cash Cleaner Simulator and Forklift Interactive, check out the official website, wishlist on Steam, and stay up to date by following @CashCleanerSim, @forkliftgames, and #cashcleanersim on social media.

About Mind Control Games

Mind Control Games is a Dutch and Serbian indie developer focused on games with unconventional mechanics and amazing graphics while unafraid to tackle difficult topics. Their development process keeps both artistic and commercial value in mind.

About Forklift Interactive

Forklift Interactive is a Barcelona and Atlanta-based indie publisher founded by experienced industry veterans including former tinyBuild Publishing Director Andrei Podoprigora and Adult Swim Games Product Lead Tuсker Dean. They specialize in the production of deep, endless, system-driven games with player created narratives. 

For more information, please visit the official website and follow the team on Twitter

Award-Winning Adventure Until Then Celebrates Storytelling in Steam’s Visual Novel Fest

Snag the critically acclaimed indie game on Steam today for 40% off

Walnut Creek, California – March 3, 2025 | Maximum Entertainment and Polychroma Games are excited to announce that Until Then, the slice-of-life indie narrative journey set in the Philippines, is part of Steam’s Visual Novel Fest starting today, with a substantial 40% off the price tag. Disappearances, moments of déjà vu that just don’t add up, and other abnormalities await in this emotional adventure on Steam.

Nominated for multiple awards including the 2025 GLAAD Media Awards for Outstanding Video Game, Indie Game Awards for Emotional Impact, and TIGA Awards for Best Narrative Game, Until Then is a cinematic adventure that unfolds a captivating and eerie story about curious high school students trapped in a fractured reality. Set in beautifully crafted environments inspired by real-life locations in the Philippines, players take on the role of Mark Borja, a high schooler navigating the ups and downs of teenage life. From school and piano practice to friendships and social media, Mark faces the ordinary struggles of adolescence. But beneath the surface, something isn’t quite right—an unexpected twist of fate is on the horizon, ready to reshape his world.

As you journey through Mark’s life, you’ll encounter vibrant, relatable characters dealing with their own personal challenges, dive into the digital world through everyday technology, and engage in quirky minigames that keep you hooked. Wrapped in breathtaking cinematic pixel art and accompanied by a dynamic soundtrack, Until Then brings this emotionally charged, mysterious world to life. Can you uncover the secrets before it’s too late?

Until Then is available now on PC and PlayStation 5, and today through March 10, it is part of Steam’s Visual Novel Fest with a celebratory sale, learn more here. To stay in touch with Maximum Entertainment, follow @MaximumEntmt on X and Facebook or go to www.maximument.com. Follow Until Then on X.

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. Visit Maximum Entertainment at www.maximument.com.

About Polychroma Games

Polychroma Games is an independent game studio based in the Philippines seeking to explore and push the envelope of story in play. Our team believes that video games hold awesome potential as a medium of storytelling. We entwine the interactivity of play and the power of narrative into one. Official website: https://polychromagames.com/.