Leading Browser-based Game Company Delivers a New Crossword Game in Collaboration with Renowned Puzzle Master and Creator, Stan Newman,  Alongside Offering Strategic Tips 

NEW YORK – Dec. 19, 2024 – Calling all Cruciverbalists! Arkadium, a leading browser-based game (BBG) company, shares that its next offering, Arkadium’s Hardest Crossword Ever, is out now and available exclusively on the Arkadium.com platform. This formidable word game was created by the mind of puzzle master, Stanley “Stan” Newman. Those who dare attempt the crossword will find an intense challenge, featuring a 21×21 puzzle with extended answers, unrelated clues, and no reveal function. 

Arkadium’s Hardest Crossword Ever is the brainchild of Newman in collaboration with the developers at Arkadium. Newman is a top, well-regarded puzzle master and previously served as the company’s Chief Brain Games Mastermind. He has been the Newsday Crossword Editor since 1988, created the “Crosswords with Friends” app, and has written over 150 books, including crossword puzzle books, word game books, and crossword reference books. Across Arkadium’s platform and networks, Newman has created several crossword games for the Arkadium community that have entertained fans over the years, earning over 281 million gameplays for his crosswords through the last five years alone. Players can find Newman’s signature collection of crosswords on Arkadium, which are made for players of all skill levels. 

“I’m excited to have created Arkadium’s Hardest Crossword Ever for fans to challenge themselves and enjoy,” said Stanley Newman, Puzzle Creator. “The entries are made with the widest variety: from the dictionary and miscellaneous factual sources – and we expect no more than five percent of crossword enthusiasts will be able to complete it. Will you be one of them?” 

To help players get a jump start on Arkadium’s Hardest Crossword Ever, Newman has created a pro tips guide that is available on the Arkadium blog section. 

About Arkadium     

Arkadium is the ultimate destination for browser-based games (BBGs) featuring over 1,000 games including perennial favorites Mahjong Dimensions, Word Wipe, and Jewel Shuffle. With an active portfolio of 75 first party games, Arkadium titles are played by 18 million players monthly, resulting in 150 million unique game starts. Players enjoy games at Arkadium.com and also its wide distribution network including partnered sites USA Today, AARP, The Washington Post, Microsoft, and Mashable. Arkadium serves a global audience, with a majority of its players being based in North America and over 18 years old.     

Founded in 2001 by husband-and-wife team, Kenny Rosenblatt and Jessica Rovello, Arkadium makes games you can feel good about. Its mission is to create and curate quality browser-based games that can be enjoyed by grown-ups anywhere, anytime. The company is headquartered in New York with a studio in Portugal and has been recognized as one of the ‘Next Big Things in Tech 2024’ by Fast Company, and a ‘Best Place to Work’ by Inc. Magazine, Ad Age, Crain’s New York, and more. To learn more, visit Arkadium.com or follow them on Facebook and LinkedIn.     

Misterial Games offers a quick look into the story of their Lovecraftian prequel

Prague, Czech Republic – December 19, 2024 – Fulqrum Publishing and developer Misterial Games are delighted to deliver an early Christmas present to horror fans everywhere – as they share all-new details about their upcoming title Stygian: Outer Gods!

Stygian: Outer Gods pulls you into a hostile world that challenges your very existence, in this survival horror game with RPG elements. Unravel a thousand-year-old mystery, risk your sanity and face the Outer Gods with your skills. Every bullet and every decision counts now, are you up to the task? 

Set in the universe of Stygian: Reign of the Old Ones, the game lets players witness and influence the events preceding the Black Day. Immerse yourself in a unique world full of dangers, unexplored dark corners, and looming evil beyond mortal comprehension.

The game’s protagonist is a former anthropologist and soldier, discharged due to a severe injury. Struggling with a fragile and deteriorating mental state, he is haunted by recurring nightmares and consumed with guilt over the unresolved disappearance of his father.

At the start of the game, everything shifts dramatically for our hero, and his life takes on a new purpose. He receives an invitation from a young woman to join an expedition to Kingsport, a secluded, enigmatic place that captivated his father’s interest. This journey offers not only a chance to uncover the secrets of Kingsport but perhaps also the key to understanding his father’s mysterious fate.

Players will find themselves drawn into a labyrinth of mysteries and hidden schemes, where every character harbors their own secret motives, shrouded in layers of deceit. As the clock ticks, the ominous arrival of the Black Day looms ever closer, leaving little time to unravel the truth. 

Fans of Stygian: Reign of the Old Ones will recognise some familiar faces on the streets of Kingsport, and of course iconic Lovecraftian characters, such as Keziah Mason, will make their presence felt – each featuring their own captivating storylines.

The game will feature a diverse arsenal of intriguing weapons, used in both ranged and melee combat – but don’t mistake it for a straightforward first-person shooter. Ammo will be scarce and enemies formidable – meaning that avoiding encounters through stealth might often be the wiser choice. 

“Choice” being a key word when talking about the gameplay in Stygian: Outer Gods, as players will always have various options for how to approach an encounter. The game will also feature a character customization system that will let them unlock and upgrade skills and abilities to further hone their preferred playstyle.

Stygian: Outer Gods is currently in development for PC and PlayStation 5, and will be released in 2025.

About Fulqrum Publishing

Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, including in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing released over a hundred games, including the critically acclaimed titles like Men of War, King’s Bounty, Space Rangers, Fell Seal, Forgive Me Father and many others.

About Misterial Games

Misterial Games, a global studio founded in 2023, focuses on developing Survival Horror games with deep gameplay and enigmatic worlds on Unreal Engine 5. The studio’s debut project, “Stygian: Outer Gods,” introduces unique genre elements and high-quality graphics through Nanite technology. 

Witching you happy holidays!

El Segundo, California – December 19, 2024 | Following a successful Early Access launch, spinoff of the beloved Lost Eidolons, Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch is heading into the holiday season with a bang. From today, there will be a  20% discount throughout the Steam Winter Sale, lasting until January 2, 2025. Players can even check out over half of the island for themselves completely for free with an action-packed demo!

By masterfully weaving roguelite elements, Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch brings a refreshing new take to the world of CRPGs. A game where choices truly shape each run, both narratively and across hundreds of gameplay options, as players try to solve the mysteries of the island they’ve awoken to.

With memorable companions and a unique story to tell, Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch will be perfect for fans of Baldur’s Gate 3, Fire Emblem and other epic narratives who are looking for something with a twist. Better still, there’s never been a better time to test the waters with this genre-blend thanks to its new action-packed demo and seasonal savings. 

What’s more, the masterful minds behind the game have now also unveiled a roadmap, featuring a series of exciting new updates to pave the way to Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch’s official release. From community-driven improvements, a new accessories system and additional boss map variants for each act, there’s plenty of new content — and challenges — coming in 2025 to keep players on their toes in their fight for survival. 

With over 300 reviews since launch and a ‘Very Positive’ rating on Steam, Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch is shaping up to be a not-so hidden gem of the RPG genre. As one reviewer states: “I feel confident enough to recommend it already to anyone with an interest in tactical rpgs, meta progression, and/or the slay the spire formula with relics, room choices, three act maps, etc. This game combines them all into one hell of a good time.”

So get ready to slay enemies, uncover long-forgotten secrets and try to see through the veil today! 

About Kakao Games

Founded in 2016, Kakao Games is a leading publisher of online and mobile games, responsible for releasing titles including Pearl Abyss’s Black Desert Online (serviced in North America and Europe until early 2021), KRAFTON’s PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (serviced in Korea), XLGAMES’s ArcheAge (service in North America, Europe and Oceania), Nimble Neuron’s Survival MOBA Eternal Return (serviced in North America, Europe and Oceania), Kong Studios’ Guardian Tales (serviced in North America, Europe, Latin America and Oceania), and Nineark’s Eversoul (serviced in North America and Europe).

About Ocean Drive Studio

Ocean Drive Studio, a subsidiary of Kakao Games, is a company dedicated to developing and servicing games that resonate with global fans who love the same genres that their developers know and are passionate about. The studio gained attention with the release of its first game, the turn-based tactical RPG Lost Eidolons, on Steam, PS5, and Xbox. Building on this success, they are working on the second game in the same genre, Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch, as well as other titles including the roguelite shooter Section 13, the physics-based sandbox survival game God Save Birmingham, and an action RPG based on the IP Sword Master Youngest Son,. Ocean Drive Studio aims to deliver unique and engaging gaming experience to gamers around the world through these diverse game genres. 

What’s a man to do when he’s isekaied to father the hero? Get breeding!

TOKYO – December 19th, 2024 – Today MangaGamer released MOONSTONE Cherry’s Welcome to a Sexy, Open World. This sexy isekai romance is now available on MangaGamer and Steam. A launch discount of 15% off of the $44.95 MSRP is available for players to enjoy this week.

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When the young Sejima Seiya tries to rescue a dog, the passing truck winds up sending him straight into a completely different world! In this brand new world of Laurentide, Seiya finds himself caught up in an ancient prophecy that someone from another world will arrive to father the legendary heroes that will end the wars plaguing the lands.

What is Seiya to do as key women from every major nation in Laurentide start accosting him for his baby batter in an attempt to ensure their nation holds the most influence over the heroes destined to be born?! Worse yet—even if Seiya wanted to avoid becoming a stud, it turns out that if he doesn’t create a child to bind his presence in this new world, then he’ll be pushed out of it and sent back to the moment of that fateful accident!

Luckily for the unwitting father of heroes, coming to this world has given him the power to know when a woman is at her peak fertility!

Key Features:

• Broad Cast of Gorgeous Characters: With seven heroines from vastly different backgrounds and cultures, there are plenty of personalities to enjoy and cherish. Good thing polygamy is allowed in the world of Laurentide!
• Wholesome Baby-Making Fun: While each heroine’s circumstances are unique, the romance that develops with them is as genuine and true as it comes, cumilinating in the desire to bear children.
• Calendar Based Dating System: The dating system uses a calendar to display every day each heroine is fertile, along with how many successful attempts are required to breed them. Manage your time wisely to secure a future with the heroine you choose, or aim for the goal of breeding them all!
• Bonus Maternity Dress Patch Included: The English release comes with the bonus maternity dress patch already included, allowing players to enjoy changing the heroines’ character sprites to their maternity dress variants. 

With the fate of the world and Seiya himself on the line, it’s time to get breeding!

For more information on Welcome to a Sexy, Open World, as well as other titles from MangaGamer, be sure to join their discussion on Discord or follow MangaGamer on Twitter and Facebook. You can also check out their blog for comments from the staff and other featured articles!

ABOUT MANGAGAMER.COM
MangaGamer.com is the world’s biggest publisher of English translated Visual Novels. Since its launch in July 2008, it has offered services where fans can download and enjoy popular Visual Novels such as 07th Expansion’s Higurashi When They Cry series,Alicesoft’s infamous Rance series, and Novectacle’s critically acclaimed The House in Fata Morgana right from their home.

Slay bells are ringing! Warner Bros. Games have announced new holiday themed in-game events coming to Mortal Kombat 1 from Dec. 20-30. Five new Towers of Time mode events will be available as free content updates for all Mortal Kombat 1 owners, including Bloody Snow (Dec. 20-25), Naughty List (Dec. 22-26), A Christmas Krampus (Dec. 24-30), ‘Twas the Night (Dec. 26-30), and Final Present (Dec. 27-30). All holiday events will feature an array of celebratory rewards upon completion in the form of new character palettes. 

Mortal Kombat 1 Towers of Time Holiday Events & Rewards: 

• Bloody Snow Tower (Dec. 20-25) – Yuletide Necromancer & Christmas Evil character palettes for Quan Chi 
• Naughty List Tower (Dec. 22-26) – Souls of Winter & Holiday Collection character palettes for Ermac 
• A Christmas Krampus Tower (Dec. 24-30) – Holiday Hero & Winter Wonderman character palettes for Takeda 
• ‘Twas the Night Tower (Dec. 26-30) – Angel on High & Holidazzle character palettes for Cyrax  
• Final Present Tower (Dec. 27-30) – Eat, Drink and Be Lethal & Bah, Humbug character palettes for Sektor 

Additionally, players can purchase new holiday character skins for Frost (Kameo Fighter) and Sareena (Kameo Fighter), as well as the previously released Santa’s Helper Reptile, Krampus General Shao, and Mrs. Klause Kitana. 

New players can join the fight this holiday season with the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Kollection, available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam and Epic Games Store, including the Mortal Kombat 1 main game, Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion, previous Kombat Pack, and 1,250 Dragon Krystals (in-game currency). 

Current Mortal Kombat 1 owners can upgrade their experience with Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns, including a new story expansion and Kombat Pack 2, comprised of playable characters Cyrax, Sektor, and Noob Saibot (all available now), plus guest fighters Ghostface (available now) and one-week early access to Conan the Barbarian (coming Jan. 21) and T-1000 Terminator (release date to be announced).  

Mortal Kombat 1 owners can also purchase the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Bundle, including the Mortal Kombat 1: Khaos Reigns Expansion and previous Kombat Pack, featuring six characters (Omni-Man, Quan Chi, Peacemaker, Ermac, Homelander, and Takeda Takahashi), five Kameo Fighters (Tremor, Khameleon, Janet Cage, Mavado, and Ferra), and the Jean-Claude Van Damme character skin for Johnny Cage. 

To learn more, visit MortalKombat.com or join the community conversation on Instagram (@MortalKombat), TikTok (@MortalKombat), X (@MortalKombat), Twitch (NetherRealm), YouTube (Mortal Kombat), Facebook (MortalKombat), Discord (MortalKombat), or Reddit (MortalKombat). 

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LAS VEGAS, NV — Dec. 18th, 2024 — Quest Master, the dungeon-designing sandbox adventure from publisher and development studio Apogee Entertainment, developer Julian Creutz, and co-developer Skydevilpalm, freezes over in today’s new Ice Dungeon Update, and unlocks a treasure chest of content with its highly-anticipated 1.0 launch in Spring 2025.

Deep within Aetheria lies Coldfang Grotto, a treacherous, frostbitten expanse where slippery slopes and bone-chilling obstacles await. Challenge dungeoneers to navigate this frozen terrain, brimming with monsters, puzzles, and traps across a biome crafted for heroes brave enough to embrace the cold.

Coldfang Grotto isn’t just ice—it’s a story waiting to be told. Design frosty gauntlets with treacherous slopes, create icy puzzles that challenge even seasoned adventurers, or transform slippery terrain into opportunities for creative traps and encounters.

Incorporate brain-freezing brainteasers with new mechanics:

• Freeze objects in Maker Mode, creating puzzles that challenge adventurers to unthaw them.
• Wield the freezing boomerang to halt enemies mid-motion and use them to activate pressure plate puzzles.
• Turn bodies of water into temporary ice paths, unlocking new ways to navigate treacherous terrain.

Choose from dozens of floor tiles, strategically place enemies and traps, and forge a legendary, one-of-a-kind quest. Construct intricate dungeons with an intuitive interface and simple drag-and-drop features. Upload creations for other Quest Masters to enjoy, and embark on a myriad of brain-teasing, skill-testing adventures with 3,000+ community-made dungeons to choose from, a number that continues to grow daily.

“Seeing the Quest Master community create over 3,000 dungeons is incredible. It proves that this game has become more than just a dungeon maker—it’s an imagination engine,” said Julian Creutz, Lead Developer of Quest Master. “The creativity and passion of our players in Early Access continues to inspire us as we build the Single Player Campaign into something truly special.”

At 1.0, experience a story-driven adventure across Aetheria in the highly-anticipated Single Player Campaign—crafted with the same powerful tools available to the community. Explore Castle Town as it grows into a bustling hub of quests and characters, journey through six elemental dungeons filled with unique challenges, and uncover secrets that connect players and developers alike in shaping Aetheria’s destiny. Take on daring quests, meet unforgettable allies, and fight to save the kingdom from corruption in an epic campaign built to inspire even more custom creations.

“Quest Master bridges the best of classic 16-bit dungeon crawling with tools that unlock endless creative possibilities for players today,” said Jeron Moore, Executive Producer at Apogee Entertainment and Game Director of Quest Master. “The Coldfang Grotto theme expands those possibilities even further, offering new mechanics that make dungeon creation more exciting and imaginative than ever. It’s incredible to see how the community continues to bring these tools to life, and we can’t wait to share what’s next as we build toward 1.0.”

Quest Master is currently available on PC via Steam Early Access for $19.99 USD. To learn more and stay up-to-date, follow @PlayQuestMaster and @Apogee_Ent on Twitter, subscribe to the Apogee Entertainment YouTube channel, and join the Discord servers of both Quest Masterand Apogee Entertainment.

About Julian Creutz

Julian Creutz, a passionate and talented game developer from Germany, has been captivated by video games since childhood, with The Legend of Zelda igniting his enduring love for the medium. With over a decade of game development experience, Julian has honed his skills in thoughtful design and creative ingenuity, leading to the creation of Quest Master—his first commercially available game.

Partnering with Apogee Entertainment has enabled Julian to bring his vision to life, blending nostalgic dungeon-crawling adventure with modern tools that empower players to create, share, and explore. Julian’s ultimate desire is to deliver an engaging and immersive experience that inspires creativity and brings players together for years to come.

About Skydevilpalm

Skydevilpalm is a small development team based in Las Vegas with contributions across multiple projects, including the reimagining of the classic arcade game Qbert* and the mobile title Trigger Heroes. In October 2024, the team released Victory Heat Rally, a retro-inspired arcade racer now available on Steam. Skydevilpalm has also contributed art and assets to platformers like Super One More Jump for Nintendo Switch.

About Apogee Entertainment

Founded by industry visionary Scott Miller, Apogee Entertainment has been a pioneer in gaming history, laying the groundwork for today’s thriving indie scene. Featured in John Romero’s Doom Guy, Masters of Doom, and Shareware Heroes, Apogee introduced groundbreaking titles that redefined what games could achieve and inspired generations of developers.

As the original publisher of Wolfenstein 3D—the first-ever FPS—and creator of hits like Duke Nukem 3D, Prey, and Rise of the Triad, Apogee built its reputation on bold ideas and innovative games that pushed creative and technical boundaries.

Today, with Scott Miller still at the helm, Apogee Entertainment continues to empower a new generation of indie developers, turning small teams with big ideas into studios that deliver unique, memorable experiences. With eleven exciting projects currently in development, Apogee remains committed to championing creativity, fostering innovation, and bringing ambitious visions to life for players around the globe.

19 December 2024 – Results released today show that reported revenue in the Australian video game industry remained steady in FY2024 at AUD$339.1 million. Reported revenue in 2023 was AUD$345.5 million. The results are part of the ninth annual Australian Game Developer Survey (AGDS) Snapshot, released by the Interactive Games & Entertainment Association (IGEA), the peak industry body representing the Australian video games industry. 

2024 was a challenging year for game development globally, with local studios not immune from those challenges. Staff reductions locally were offset by medium to larger studios expanding their headcount. As a result, full-time employment at the 137 Australian video game studios surveyed was stable at 2,465 (+0.3% from 2023). Encouragingly, 61% of studios indicated they are planning to hire in 2025. 

“This year has shown the local games sector continues to build capability in the face of global headwinds. 93% of the revenue generated in Australia comes from overseas sources, highlighting the popularity of Australian-made games to a global audience,” said Ron Curry, CEO of IGEA. “Generous and globally competitive tax rebates plus direct funding from the federal and state governments continues to ensure Australian game developers can deliver amazing game projects. 25% of our survey respondents accessed the Digital Games Tax Offset last year, and just under 40% intend to do so this financial year. We must maintain this level of support to ensure the local industry continues to grow and contribute to Australia’s creative and digital exports.” 

The Australian games ecosystem is a fairly mature mix of different-sized businesses. Government support appears to be encouraging new studios to open, while also allowing established studios to grow. 56% of studios surveyed were less than five years old and 25% have been making games for ten or more years. 

Victoria continues to be a popular hub for game development with 52% of game studio head offices located in the state. However, the distribution of employees shows many studios have a presence in more than one state and tend to follow talent and incentives across the country. 82% of workers are located on the east coast (36% Victoria, 27% Queensland, 18% New South Wales, 1% ACT), with WA seeing the highest employee growth, jumping from 3% to 6% this year. 

“Many of the challenges facing Australian studios this year carried over from 2023,” said Curry. “Securing international and local publisher deals is proving difficult for developers, as is accessing early-stage funding. With that said, outlooks are positive for 2025. 81% of the studios we surveyed predicted income growth (53%) or stability (28%) in the new year.” 

“The breadth of products showcased from across the country at the Australian Game Developer Awards in October celebrated the people and teams producing world-class games locally. IGEA will continue to support and advocate for Australian studios to ensure they’re equipped with the tools and resources to successfully deliver games projects in the future.”

About IGEA

IGEA (Interactive Games & Entertainment Association) is the peak industry association representing the voice of Australian and New Zealand companies in the computer and video games industry.  IGEA supports the games industry’s business and public policy interests through advocacy, research and education programs. For more information, please visit https://igea.net/.

About Australian Game Developer Survey

Our FY2024 game development survey is based on financial year data from 1 July 2023 – 30 June 2024. The survey was conducted by Bond University which supplies responses in aggregate to IGEA. The survey opened in October 2024 and closed at the end of November 2024. Participation in the survey is voluntary, with 137 studios completing the survey and providing usable data, which is slightly higher than the participation rate last year of 111 studios.

TOKYO — Dec. 18th, 2024 — TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT, the digital and in-person Japanese event showcasing indie games from local and global developers, announces its first crop of exhibitors participating in the two-day showcase occurring on Saturday, March 8th, and Sunday, March 9th, 2025.

Bask in glorious new additions to Japan’s gaming, music, and anime scene as TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT brings world-class indie game innovation to the art-fueled city of Kichijoji. Go hands-on with the latest content developed and published by event sponsors, including Phoenixx Inc., Bandai Namco Studios Inc. BYKING, BeXide, CRI Middleware Co., Ltd., G-Mode Corporation, KADOKAWA, MyDearest, room6, Shochiku Co., Ltd., Scooter Films and Yokaze.

TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT extends a special thanks to this year’s production partners, including Shibuya’s animation and game design university Digital Hollywood Studio as well as custom-controller-based game development event make.ctrl.Japan. 2025’s event partners include Digital Games Expo and Bandai Namco’s indie-focused GYAAR Studio.

To build upon its 2024 offerings, next year’s TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT will expand the exhibition areas, while continuing to provide a multi-day experience for industry professionals and consumers alike. Exhibitors can network with gaming professionals on Day One, and attendees of all ages, genders and nationalities will find fresh experiences on Day Two. 

“There was so much creativity on display during last year’s TOKYO INDIE GAME SUMMIT, and it is a joy to know that we’re able to provide an even larger platform than we had last year to showcase even more titles than before,” says Kazunori Sakamoto, CEO of Phoenixx and founder of TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT. “Many thanks to this year’s partners who help make this event possible. We have more surprises to share as we approach March; stay tuned!” 

TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT is looking for sponsors, partner companies, and organizations to help with the event. There are options available for exhibition booths, logo exposure, and more. If interested, please reach out to [email protected]. 

For more information, please visit the TOKYO INDIE GAMES SUMMIT official website, follow @TOKYO_IGS on X (formerly Twitter), and search for #TIGS2023, #TIGS2024, #TIGS2025 on social media.

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.

LOS ANGELES – DECEMBER 18, 2024 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has announced a new update for Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds. The latest update introduces a new pet expansion, limited-time events featuring the beloved “Koongyaz” and other content additions. 

Starting today, players can experience the new Darkness Element Ultimate-Evolved Familiars, featuring Dinoceros, Relixx, and Rimu. These cool new Familiar have powerful new skill effects that allows players to utilize them in various situations including the Familiar Expedition.

The new update also adds eight new Pets, including 6★ Pets. The newly introduced pets will become powerful allies during players’ battles and adventures. 

Players of Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds can also participate in the Meet the Fresh Friends! event through January 16, 2025 that welcomes the fresh vegetable friends, “Koongyaz.” Players can enter the Fresh Friends Koongyaz Roulette Event using the Roulette Coupons and obtain rewards to power up their pets. These rewards include Bound Territes, Luck Amplification Secret Scrolls, and Premium Pet Summon Coupons. Additionally, players can acquire a special Gift Chest dropped by Santa Higgledy in Evermore. Santa Higgledy will appear twice a day to give out this random gift. 

Developed based on Level5 and Studio Ghibli’s original fantasy RPG series ‘Ni no Kuni’, fans can learn more about Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds’ latest game info and updates by visiting the official website(https://ninokuni.netmarble.com/).

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.

Since Capsule Computers has previously covered this title before, I thought you’d be interested to know that Warside, the fast-paced turn-based tactics battler primed for victory from developer LAVABIRD and publisher First Break Labs, now prepares a battle plan for Spring 2025, on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam. A brand-new demo is available on PC via Steam now!

Check out Warside’s brand-new “Basic Training” trailer below:

Conquer land, sea, and sky with the likes of tanks, warships, helicopters, and more in classic turn-based tactics battles across the Story Mode campaign, co-op, and PvP. Mobilize 12 playable Commanders and more than 25 unit types into battle across forest, desert, and ice environments to dominate enemies and claim military superiority.

Check out a new five-mission mini-campaign demo featuring new air units playable for the first time, including jets, bombers, and helicopters! Utilize devastating new Battle Powers in both the demo campaign missions and PvP modes. Take on new missions where Commanders must hold their position on the battlefield and capture objectives, or enjoy traditional turn-based tactics battles.

Unleash never-before-seen Battle Powers, like Jackson’s EMP Blast, which disables vehicles in an area. Rain energy beams from the sky with Beckett’s Orbital Strike. Inject chaos into the fray with Mordred’s Rage, forcing enemy units to attack each other during their turn. The perfect preparations for Warside’s full-scale release next year await in the new demo!

Warside readies its squadrons for launch on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC via Steam on March 10, 2025, with language support for English, French, Spanish, and Brazilian Portuguese. A new free demo is now available on PC via Steam.

About First Break Labs

First Break Labs is an innovative, independently financed collective of video game industry veterans, committed to spotlighting groundbreaking new video games. With extensive experience at SEGA, Nintendo, ATLUS, and SmileGate, First Break Labs is on a mission to provide essential funding and marketing support to like-minded indie developers.

About LAVABIRD

LAVABIRD is a London-based indie game development company. The team is currently focused on development for Warside, its first title.