A new trailer introducing the continent of Aladiss and a brand-new illustration by beloved artist Benitama have been revealed!

Hertfordshire, 21st February 2025 – Today, KOEI TECMO Europe and developer Gust shared new details about the world of their upcoming JRPG Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land. Before setting on a journey across the continent of Aladiss to uncover its mysteries alongside Yumia, fans can lose themselves in the marvellous world that awaits them in a brand-new trailer. Players can also learn more about the key members of the Aladiss Research team with the latest artwork by beloved artist Benitama. Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land will be available 21st March 2025 on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Windows PC via Steam® and, for the first time in franchise history, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One.

In Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land, players will follow alchemist Yumia Liessfeldt as she joins the Aladiss Research team in hope to unravel the mysteries behind the cataclysm that destroyed the once great continent of Aladiss. Spearheaded by the Order of Eustella and led by Erhard, the Aladiss Research team is an organisation focused on investigating the fallen land of Aladiss, and is composed by researchers, adventurers and mercenaries. Yumia and her friends will be tasked to travel across the three regions of the continent to uncover the mysteries hidden in the ruins of the fallen Aladissian Empire.

Yumia’s journey will begin in the Ligneus region, where the Research team established its first base, far from the Aladissian capital. Yumia will travel through the plains and forest that make up the landscape, and discover research facilities abandoned by the alchemists of the time. Among the points of interest in the region, players will visit the Arbor Botanical Garden and the 8th Laboratory, before continuing their journey.

Players with a passion for fungi of all kinds will be delighted to explore the Sivash region, renowned for its mushroom-like flora, where Yumia will encounter the demihuman Welleks people. While exploring the region, the team will meet the Neru people, a tribe of monsters capable of human speech and easily recognisable by their slender silhouette and mushroom-like umbrellas. Before heading to the next region, players can pause to contemplate the Preces Cathedral, a place of worship at the centre of the Welleks settlement, or explore the impressive ruins of a school, known as Hermea Academy. The third region is the industrial Auruma region, filled with the ruins of a once thriving city. Among the ruins still standing, players will discover a tree-like metal structure, as well as its commercial district, featuring a station. Yumia will also visit the Mana Transposing Furnace, which was once the nerve centre for the study of mana for the whole of Aladiss. During their stay in the region, the team will encounter the Geni tribe, unique for possessing feathers and beaks like birds.

In addition to the standard edition, players can pre-order two special physical editions; the PREMIUM BOX that includes the base game*, an artbook, a B3-size cloth poster with original illustration, a CD with extra tracks, and an exclusive early access costume for Yumia, “Alchemist of her day off”. The SPECIAL COLLECTION BOX includes all of the content from the PREMIUM BOX, as well as a handkerchief in the style of the Aladiss Research Team bandana, an A1-size tapestry with an original illustration, a set of six decorative keychains, a set of six special clear file folders, a special sticker sheet, Yumia’s precious stuffed animal, an official short story, and accompanying translation booklet. Everyone who purchases either a physical or digital edition up to two weeks after release will receive the “Athlete of Memories” early purchase costume for Yumia, the “Floating Object of Memories” costume for Flammi, and the exclusive “Training Wrist Weight” equipment.

Atelier Yumia: The Alchemist of Memories & the Envisioned Land will be available on 21st March 2025 on Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and Window PC via Steam®. The game will include Japanese voices with English, French, German and Spanish texts.

For more information, visit the official website, Like us on Facebook, Join us on the KOEI TECMO Europe Discord server, and Follow us on Instagram and X. *Nintendo Switch™, Xbox One and Steam®︎ versions are only available digitally.

ABOUT KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD.

KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warrior’s series, the fan-favourite NINJA GAIDEN and fighting entertainment title DEAD OR ALIVE. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of Gust, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com 

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Check-in to the demo of this vibrant management-sim from February 24^th 

Watford, UK – 20^th of February 2025 – Award-winning publisher Wired Productions and developer Pathos Interactive are thrilled to reveal that their ultimate hotel construction and tycoon game, Hotel Architect will feature in the Steam Next Fest.  

In Hotel Architect, players will design, build, and manage luxury hotels across the globe whilst juggling the increasingly elaborate demands of disorderly guests, logistical nightmares and unexpected obstacles.  

For Aspiring hoteliers, a brand-new trailer reveals the two distinct locations that will be available to explore within the Steam Next Fest Demo: the gorgeous shores of Santorini and the modern metropolis of Gothenburg. Each location is complete with its own scenario and sandbox modes as well as unique objectives, items, guest types, zones and more.  

Key Hotel Architect Demo Features:  

• Advance in a career campaign or get creative in the sandbox mode 
• Design your layout and watch as the construction workers lay the foundations and bring your dream hotel to life 
• Freely select from several unique zone and design to impress customers and critics 
• Expand over two locations: Gothenburg and Santorini!  
• Manage a wide range of staff and contractors 
• Welcome a variety of guests who will be sure to keep you on your toes!  

The Hotel Architect Demo will be available during the Steam Next Fest from February 24^th – March 3^rd. Wishlist the Demo now via Steam to be alerted when it goes live.  

 About Wired Productions  
Wired Productions is a true Indie Publisher proudly presenting a diverse range of specially curated games from some of the greatest storytellers and independent developers. Named as “Indie Publisher of the Year” at the MCV / Develop Awards, Wired is home to an award-winning collection of titles including: DIG VR, Gori: Cuddly Carnage, Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles, Arcade Paradise VR, Tin Hearts, Martha Is Dead, The Falconeer, The Last Worker, and Deliver Us the Moon. Upcoming titles include: Hotel Architect, Beneath and KARMA: The Dark World.   

About Pathos Interactive  

Pathos Interactive is a game studio founded in 2015, headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden. The company is driven with a deep passion by gamers with an ambition to make the best games, striving for excellence and releasing one quality game at a time. Having released the real-time strategy game, Bannermen, on Steam, Pathos are currently working on Hotel Architect, a management and simulation game.  

World of Warcraft Classic’s progression journey continues into the southern continent of Pandaria! Launching later this year, Mists of Pandaria Classic invites players to return to a beloved expansion and era of WoW’s history.  

To excite players for the upcoming expansion coming to WoW Classic progression servers, three new optional bundles and services are available in the Battle.net shop:

Sha-Infused Heroic Pack, which includes: 

• Sha-Warped Cloud Serpent (Flying Mount) 
• Sha-Warped Riding Tiger (Ground Mount) 
• Merriment Pet for Modern WoW Players/Joyous Pet for WoW Classic Players 
• Ensemble: Stormstout’s Sha-Warped Collection (transmog) 
• Sha-Warped Tea Set (toy)
• Items named “Sha-Warped” are available for modern WoW players while WoW Classic players will receive an equivalent item named “Sha-Touched” 

Sha-Infused Epic Pack, which includes: 

• All Heroic Pack Items 
• Level 85 Character Boost (Not available for new Pandaren characters but is available for new non-Pandaren monk class characters) 
• 30 Days of Game Time 

• Standalone Level 85 Character Boost (Not available for new Pandaren characters but is available for new non-Pandaren monk class characters) 

Both modern and classic transmog ensembles included with a purchase of a bundle will be available later this year when the expansion launches. All other respective items are immediately available.   For more information about Mists of Pandaria Classic, including regional pricing for the upgrade bundles, please visit the World of Warcraft website.

Exchange blows, eliminate threats, and evolve with cybernetics ahead of the Q2 2025 launch

21, Feb. 2025 – KIBORG, the fast-paced action rogue-lite with brutal, cybernetic-enhanced combat from developer Sobaka Studio, jacks into Steam Next Fest to enhance the event with a new demo showcasing the revamped gameplay structure, available now.

Crush skulls with cybernetic implants and power-enhancing augmentations as Morgan Lee in hopes of winning a twisted game show with a tantalizing prize: freedom from a 1300-year prison sentence. Not even death grants respite the warden uses advanced resuscitation technology to ensure all inmates serve their time in full. The only way out is through bloody, brutal ascension on “The Last Ticket.”

Thankfully, Morgan has some help from futuristic cybernetic implants and power-enhancing augmentations. Punish contestants with robotic arms, shock and vaporize foes with advanced weaponry, or just use good old fashioned melee strikes to punch off the enemy’s torso. Each new level of the prison tower brings new foes…and new ways to defeat them.

Experiment with hundreds of combinations to discover deadly synergies to deviate from the norm and devastate foes with monstrous mutations no human should ever bear. Become an unkillable hybrid of man and machine, and deliver death to anyone and everything blocking the way to freedom.

The KIBORG demo represents the first look at the brand new structure for the game, inspired by the now-delisted KIBORG: Arena prologue from Q3 2024. After fan feedback, Sobaka Studio decided to revamp the full game, taking the heart-pounding wave-based action and tower ascent of the prologue and building it out into a full experience.

“We originally had incredibly different plans for KIBORG, but everyone loved the idea of climbing and escaping a prison tower, so we thought…why not make that the whole game?” said Dmitry Kachkov, Head of Sobaka Studio. “And if you miss KIBORG: Arena, don’t worry – we’re putting the content from the prologue in the full game when it launches in Q2 2025!”

Play KIBORG’s Steam Next Fest demo available starting today, ahead of the Q2 2025 launch on Steam, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, with support for English, Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Russian, Japanese, and Korean language text. 

For more information, wishlist the game on Steam, follow Sobaka Studio on Twitter/X, YouTube, join the Discord server, and visit the official website for more updates.

About Sobaka Studio

Sobaka Studio is an indie game developer. Previously released titles include top-down shooter Redeemer and 9 Monkeys of Shaolin – two beat’em ups with epic combat. They are currently working on the twin-stick shooter REMEDIUM available now in Early Access and time survival game REMEDIUM: Sentinels, which both share one grim post-apocalyptic Renaissance setting. Their next title is KIBORG, the rogue-lite with brutal, cybernetic-enhanced combat.

The brand-new Vapid Uranus LozSpeed classic sportscar is now available to purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos.

Also this week and just in time for Carnival, players who log into GTA Online and open a bottle of champagne at any bar will earn a variety of festive clothing.

Full details from this week’s update include:

• New Vehicle: The Vapid Uranus LozSpeed (Sports Classic), available now from Southern San Andreas Super Autos
• Carnival Gifts:

• Play GTA Online anytime through March 3 to receive the Carnival Feather Shirt and Shorts for men and the Carnival Feather Dress and the Carnival Sun Dress for women
• The Carnival Neck Gaiter for uncorking a bottle of champagne at any bar

• Triple GTA$ and RP on Trevor and Ron Contact Missions, and the returning Motor Wars
• Double GTA$ and RP on G’s Cache
• Weekly Challenge: Collecting 3 G’s Caches will net players an extra GTA$100,000
• Premium Deluxe Motorsport Vehicles: The Vapid Bullet (Super), Albany Hermes (Muscle, 30% off), Weeny Dynasty (Sports Classic, 30% off), Invetero Coquette (Sports), and the Nagasaki Hot Rod Blazer (Off-Road)
• Luxury Autos Vehicles: The Enus Paragon S (Sports) and the Vapid Dominator FX (Muscle)
• HSW Premium Test Ride: The Bravado Buffalo EVX (Muscle)
• LS Car Meet Prize Ride: Place Top 5 in the LS Car Meet Series for three days in a row to win the Nagasaki Outlaw (Off-Road, 30% off)
• LS Car Meet Test Rides: The Emperor ETR1 (Super), Lampadati Furore GT (Sports), and the Coil Brawler (Off-Road)
• Lucky Wheel Top Prize: The Albany Cavalcade XL
• Gun Van Discounts: 30% off the Railgun and the Precision Rifle (for GTA+ Members)
• 30% off Hangars, their Upgrades and Modifications
• Vehicle Discounts: 30% off HVY Insurgent (Off-Road), HVY Menacer (Off-Road), Nagasaki Outlaw (Off-Road), Bravado Hotring Hellfire (Sports), Albany Hermes (Muscle), Weeny Dynasty (Sports Classic), Pegassi Osiris (Super), Dewbauchee JB 700W (Sports Classic), and Karin Previon (Coupe)
• GTA+ Benefits: A free Vapid FMJ (Super) at The Vinewood Car Club, along with the Honkers Tie Dye Hoodie and Hat, access to a selection of Rockstar Games titles, and more

Please see the Rockstar Games Newswire for more information..

On March 4, Grand Theft Auto V on PC will receive a free upgrade featuring enhancements previously only available to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S players – including new vehicles and performance upgrades available at Hao’s Special Works, animal encounters, improved graphics options, faster loading times, and much more.

All players who currently own GTAV on PC will be able to upgrade to this new version for free, with a one-time Character Migration flow to bring over your Story Mode and Online progress.

New Features on PC

• Enjoy a range of new vehicles and upgrades at Hao’s Special Works (HSW) that push automotive performance to new heights, and test your driving skills with Premium Test Rides, HSW Races, and HSW Time Trials.
• Encounter Ambient Animals all across Southern San Andreas and take pictures of them to participate in the daily Wildlife Photography Challenge for new rewards.
• PC players can sign up for GTA+ Membership to get special benefits in the upgraded version of GTA Online and beyond.
• Track your criminal movements across all of GTA Online’s updates with the Career Progress feature as you build your empire.
• Navigate a refreshed Landing Page as your starting destination to get straight into the action. Plus, take advantage of an improved introductory flow for newer players with a GTA$4,000,000 windfall to buy property, vehicles, and other items as you start off as an Executive, Gunrunner, Nightclub Owner or Biker in the Career Builder.

This upgraded version of GTAV on PC also features all our recent player experience improvements for GTA Online, including kernel-based anti-cheat protections, and proactive voice chat moderation to help keep GTA Online safe, secure and fun for everyone.

Please see the Rockstar Games Newswire for full details.

Bryan, TX – 21, February 2025 – Drifters & Demons, the base-building bullet heaven roguelike from developer Quite Fresh Games and publisher Armor Games Studios, rescues survivors from devilish fiends as it gears up to launch on PC via Steam in Q3 2025.

Take up arms in a demon-infested world and fight to save humanity from wicked claws after a demonic spell unleashes monsters upon a small settlement. Rescue stray survivors and build a new life from scratch by scavenging, fighting, and even harnessing the wretched magic that has leaked through dimensional rifts into the world.

Become the Leader of a rag-tag survivor camp, build shelters, and help set up shops to support what’s left of the community. Fortify the camp’s defenses with gadgets like turrets and traps to help take down hordes of invaders. Stay alert and prepare, because as soon as the klaxon sounds, it’s time to defend the camp!

Protect the settlement from waves of undead creatures by unleashing a bullet hell frenzy. Dive into omni-directional combat, as monsters strike from every angle in this top-down shooter. Reap the benefits of rescuing more survivors as they repay the favor by gathering additional resources to strengthen the community. 

Loot local resources, equipment, and weapons, then upgrade the arsenal to pack an even deadlier punch against the next wave of enemies. Gather experience gems to unlock new abilities and discover fresh ways to defeat demon-kind. Grab a pal and defend against demons in local two-player co-op, but beware: if the Leader falls in battle, then it’s back to square one in this quest to save humankind.

Drifters & Demons releases this summeron Windows PC via Steam. It will offer English language support. 

For more information, wishlist the game on Steam, visit the developers’ official website, and follow @quitefreshgames and @ArmorGameStudio on X (formerly Twitter).

About Quite Fresh Games

One-man game studio based out of Sweden and founded in 2015 by rural game developer, Stefan Åhlin. For over two decades, Stefan has been active in game art and game development creating a variety of games for mobile, web, steam, freeware, etc. Having freelanced for many game studios around the world, he’s previously worked for Nitrome Games Limited and King in London, UK.

About Armor Games Studios

From its roots as a popular portal for online gaming, Armor Games Studios is a publisher that aims to work directly with and help foster talented indie developers to create unique and engaging games of all types for all platforms. For more information, visit www.armorgamesstudios.com, and follow the company on Twitter @ArmorGameStudio.

LOS ANGELES – FEBRUARY 20, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has initiated new in-game updates including new hero additions, content extensions and events for its squad-based RPG King Arthur: Legends Rise, developed by its North American Subsidiary Kabam.

King Arthur: Legends Rise brings Empress “Charlotte” to the roster of playable characters. Charlotte is a dealer-type hero who seals the power of earth and life in her body which was once forcibly instilled by Merlin. Her skill sets that focus on AoE(Area of Effect) and DoT(Damage Over Time) can be highly utilized in the newest Item Dungeon “Sanctuary of Podarge.”

The latest dungeon addition of “Sanctuary of Podarge” is a sacred ruin hidden in the Lorraine Valley, a temple that worships Jupiter and also home to Harpies, the tribe of gods. Equipment Sets which grant set effects of Prevention, Safeguard and Ascension can be acquired through the dungeon. To commend the Sanctuary of Podage update, an event that rewards Rate Up Summon Tickets, 5★~6★ Ascension Equipment Set Chest(Rare to Legendary), Stat Change Stone and more are offered. Players can acquire such rewards by collecting points through clearing each stage of the dungeon for the first time or completing repeat missions.

Meanwhile, Season 2 for “Clan War” content that determines the strongest Clan of the season is to be initiated. Players can participate in the Clan War, complete missions and claim prodigious rewards.

King Arthur: Legends Rise is the next evolution of the crossplay squad-based RPG. Bringing a dark reimagining of the King Arthur story to life through intense combat, adventurous gameplay and best in class visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 to PC and mobile. Joining Arthur’s quest to save Camelot from the threat of dreadful villains and the ancient gods, players will adventure across medieval Britain assembling a squad of powerful heroes. Alongside this action-packed story, players will also experience how Kabam has reimagined King Arthur’s legend into a visually stunning and vast turn-based RPG featuring both PvE and PvP gameplay.

For more information and updates on King Arthur: Legends Rise, please visit the official website, Facebook, Instagram, Discord, and official YouTube channel.

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.

Get your first in-depth look at iRacing’s first standalone NASCAR video game, coming to PC & consoles later this year

CHELMSFORD, Mass. – Feb. 20, 2025 – iRacing is excited to reveal new details for NASCAR 25, NASCAR’s next flagship racing title, coming to PC and consoles this fall. Fans can watch the new developer diary video, featuring racing legend and Executive Producer Dale Earnhardt Jr., 2024 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Champion Ty Majeski, and the development team, for an inside look at the game’s all-new Career Mode.

NASCAR 25 will feature all four premier NASCAR series – the NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series, Craftsman Truck Series, and, appearing along NASCAR series in a standalone title for the first time, the ARCA Menards Series. All four series, along with real drivers from each, will feature extensively in NASCAR 25’s Career Mode, as well as in other gameplay modes such as quick races, seasons, and online multiplayer.

Career Mode will kick off in your backyard garage, where you’ll customize your vehicle before making your debut in the ARCA Menards Series and honing your skills to advance up the ranks. There’s more to a successful career than just racing – you’ll sign contracts, earn money, hire staff, expand your facilities, and make public appearances to build your reputation. Strategic choices off the track will play a pivotal role in your journey to becoming a NASCAR Cup Series champion. On the racetrack, you’ll have more interaction with your crew chief and spotter than ever before.

NASCAR 25 is the first standalone NASCAR console title produced by iRacing, the developers behind the most authentic motorsport racing simulation in the world. iRacing is bringing decades of racing expertise to NASCAR 25, including developers who worked on fan-favorite NASCAR games like NASCAR Racing 2003, NASCAR: Dirt to Daytona, and entries from the NASCAR Thunder series.

For updates on NASCAR 25 and additional iRacing products, visit www.iRacing.com.

About iRacing

The world leader in the online racing simulation and gaming market, iRacing was founded in 2003 by Dave Kaemmer, co-founder of Papyrus Design Group, and John Henry, principal owner of the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool Football Club and co-owner of Roush Fenway Racing. iRacing has developed dozens of formal partnerships in the motorsport industry to help create the most authentic racing simulation in the world, including with NASCAR, INDYCAR, the FIA, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, and numerous other car manufacturers, tracks, and racing series. Alongside its PC simulation, iRacing also produces the official console games of NASCAR (beginning in 2025) and the World of Outlaws, as well as the fantasy off-road racing game ExoCross. Learn more at www.iRacing.com.

PARIS (Feb. 20, 2025) – Tactical Adventures, the independent French studio, is thrilled to announce adventurers can embark on a new journey as the demo for Solasta II arrives as part of Steam Next Fest from Feb. 24 to March 3. Tactical Adventures continues their community-first approach to development with the release of this demo being the first step in receiving player feedback which will see Solasta II continue to evolve as it heads towards its Early Access release for PC via Steam later this year.

In the Solasta II demo, players will venture into the fantastical continent of Neokos, where they’ll be met with its sweeping vistas and fantastical foes. Command a premade party of four heroes – a Paladin, Rogue, Sorcerer and Fighter/Cleric – and dive into the mysteries buried beneath the small village of Tor Wen. With a fully revamped UI, enhanced mechanics and deep tabletop-inspired RPG combat where every strike and spell is determined by the roll of the dice, players will engage in tactical battles and forge their path through meaningful dialogue choices where their decisions shape the adventure before them.

True to Tactical Adventures’ philosophy, the Solasta II demo offers the community an opportunity to shape the journey ahead, providing invaluable insights that will refine the game before its Early Access launch this year. Players can share their feedback here – https://www.solasta-game.com/support – and speak directly with the team via their Discord.

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Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2975950/Solasta_II/

About Tactical Adventures

Tactical Adventures is an independent development studio based in Paris, founded in 2018 with a commitment to bringing the tabletop RPG experience to life on screen. Led by industry veterans, the team focuses on crafting deeply narrative-driven games within the RPG genre. Their passion for immersive storytelling led to the creation of Solasta: Crown of the Magister, a project initially brought to life through a successful Kickstarter campaign. Tactical Adventures is currently working on Solasta II, the highly anticipated sequel set to debut in Early Access for PC in 2025.