PARIS – Dec. 9, 2024 – Mundfish studio and Focus Entertainment just premiered the first gameplay trailer for Atomic Heart’s third DLC, “Enchantment Under the Sea,” revealing a Jan. 28, 2025, release date on all available platforms. This third installment in the Atomic Pass leaves Limbo behind and takes players back to Facility 3826 with the new underwater Neptune Research Center, as well as new weapons, glove abilities and enemies to discover!

Atomic Heart is out now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Don’t miss your chance to grab it for up to 67% off on Steam from now until December 16!

Look for answers in the depths of Facility 3826

“Enchantment Under the Sea” goes back to the spectacular combat gameplay that made Atomic Heart one of the highlights of 2023, as players continue the main storyline with the Twins’ consciousness at their side and new weapons in their arsenal.

Meet new and returning characters while diving into the mysteries of the underwater Neptune Research Center to find a way to save humanity from a dismal future. Players will also revisit familiar locations from Facility 3826 that have changed beyond recognition, like the flying city of Chelomey, now under the robots’ total control.

New weapons and glove abilities to dismantle new threats and bosses

With new challenges comes the need for new tricks! In addition to the expanded storyline, season pass owners get two new weapons: the Thunderclap, a powerful hammer that amps up damage with electrical current, and the KM-4 Kuzmich, a crowd-clearing double-barrel shotgun with customizable bullet spread. They’re complemented by two new glove abilities courtesy of the Twins: Blaze, a burning polymer skill letting players drop red-hot fireballs and deal area-of-effect damage; and Whip, a grapple-hook tool allowing P-3 to pull himself towards enemies, deal damage, dodge away from danger, and access previously unreachable areas.

These new powers will come in handy when meeting the DLC’s new roster of sea-dwelling enemies, from swarms of coral mutants to the terrifying MOR-4Y. Dive back into the strange, dystopian world of Atomic Heart on Jan. 28, 2025, when its third DLC, “Enchantment Under the Sea,” debuts on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Grab the game’s Premium Edition or the Atomic Pass to receive four DLC sets, including the previously released “Annihilation Instinct” and “Trapped in Limbo,” as well as the upcoming “Enchantment Under the Sea” and one additional DLC still to be revealed.

Mystery VN “And Roger” coming Spring 2025 followed by Narrative Adventure “Pararecords” in Summer 2025

TOKYO – Dec 7th, 2024 – Kodansha Creators’ Lab, the indie game publishing arm of entertainment company Kodansha Ltd., unveiled an April 24th, 2025 release date for developer Tokoronyori’s co-op-only adventure BOKURA: planet, and revealed two new titles — and Roger, and Pararecords — today in the INDIE Live Expo. 

Test communication and the boundaries of friendship in BOKURA: planet, a collaborative planetary journey requiring two human players. While both astronauts physically inhabit the same space, their environments manifest differently on their respective screens. Solve bi-dimensional puzzles requiring clear communication via voice chat. Adventure together on PC via Steam on Thursday, April 24th, 2025, and play the demo on Thursday, January 16th, 2025.

Solo developer yona (In His Time)just debuted his second title: and Roger, a point-and-click visual novel adventure. Investigate the mysterious disappearance of a young woman’s father, who was suddenly and inexplicably replaced by a man she has never met. Awkward conversation results in him offering a strange medicine. Will she take it? Who is he? Where is her father? Find answers to every unsolved question on PC via Steam in Spring 2025.

Counsel children with paranormal abilities in developer 6th Sense Games’ branching narrative adventure, Pararecords. Document their behaviors, soothe their troubles, and discover the source of their powers. Help each one open up by practicing careful communication and astutely observing their reactions, or risk pushing away jaded juveniles who might go missing out of frustration. Guide gifted youth on PC via Steam in Summer 2025.

BOKURA, the prequel to BOKURA: planet, celebrates the sales milestone of 700,000+ units sold and travels hand-in-hand onto PlayStation 5|4 on Friday, April 18th, 2025. Steam and Nintendo Switch owners can enjoy a limited-time 50%-off sale on both platforms. Visit the game’s respective Steam and Nintendo eShop store pages for participating regions and sale end dates.

For the latest news on BOKURA: planet, follow tokoronyori on X / Twitter. For and Roger, follow yona on X / Twitter. For Pararecords, follow 6th Sense Games on X / Twitter, and visit the official Kodansha Creators’ Lab website for the latest information on all three titles.

About Kodansha Game Creator’s Lab

Established in 2021, Kodansha Game Creator’s Lab is the fourth department of the prestigious entertainment publishing company Kodansha Ltd., founded in 1909. Its motto is “Everything for the creator,” reflecting the company’s goal to support young talents and introduce indie creators to the wider public.

Watch the Collector’s Edition unboxing video for this uplifting coming-of-age story from Chorus Worldwide Limited Games.

Barcelona, Spain – 9th December, 2024. As the Holiday season approaches, SelectaPlay, in partnership with Chorus Worldwide Games Limited, has the perfect gift for gamers as they announce that the limited physical Standard and Collector’s Edition of Last Time I Saw You will be released this December for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch across European retail stores. 

Developed by Maboroshi Artworks, Last Time I Saw You is a coming-of-age narrative adventure about love and acceptance. It is an uplifting story, rich with complex characters and set in a vibrantly imagined vision of late 1980s Japan.

SelectaPlay will create, publish, and distribute the physical editions across Europe. As well as a Standard physical edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, the team is crafting a limited Collector’s Edition inspired by the game’s story and Ayumi’s journey and will include the full physical copy of the game, an exquisite art book and manual, three laminated postcards, a set of 20 premium cards featuring the main characters, the official soundtrack on a vinyl inspired CD, and a printed envelope containing a set of die-cut stickers all housed in a special collector’s box. 

Join Ayumi on an exciting tale of self-discovery, in which he takes his first tentative steps into adulthood and confronts the terrible curse that has fallen upon his hometown. Explore a haunted forest hiding a terrible secret, and interact with a vast cast of friendly and deceitful characters in this beautifully hand-drawn story adventure.

• MAGIC REALISM IN 80s JAPAN – Meet an eclectic cast of characters inspired by Japanese mythology, and lose yourself in a beautifully hand-drawn and traditionally animated adventure.
• FRIENDSHIP & FIRST LOVES – In an adventure filled with love, friendship, and all the trials of burgeoning adolescence, you’ll meet a beguiling cast of fascinating characters along the way, from school friends and gossiping townsfolk to samurai crows and kleptomaniac kappas – as well as the literal girl of your dreams.
• AN INTRIGUING ADVENTURE – Last Time I Saw You is a cozy and relaxing 2D exploration game. Light action, environmental puzzles, side quests and collectibles support its heartwarming narrative core, all dripping in nostalgia and affection for a time long gone.

The Last Time I Saw You physical Standard and Collector’s Editions will be released for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch this December across European specialist retail stores. Check local stores for pre-order and pricing information. Exact release date will be confirmed soon!

About Maboroshi Artworks

Founded by Juan Fandiño, the art director of Yume Nikki: Dream Diary, Maboroshi Artworks is a small independent art studio operating out of Osaka, Japan. Their passion for innovative storytelling fuels their creativity as they pursue their mission to create emotional narratives for all to feel and fondly remember. For Maboroshi, telling a unique story is a priority above all else. This approach lead them to work on their first game, Last Time I Saw You, an (already) award-winning narrative adventure set to release in 2024.

About Chorus Worldwide Games Limited

Chorus Worldwide is a global publisher composed of gaming veterans with experience at world-renowned companies including Microsoft, EA, and Grasshopper Manufacture. Originally created to guide indie developers into the rapidly growing Asian markets, Chorus now works with talented developers across the world, including Argentina, Indonesia, and Malay

About SelectaPlay

SelectaPlay is SelectaVisión’s video games publishing branch. The company works with talented studios on unique video games and helps them publish their titles in both physical and digital formats worldwide.

About SelectaVisión

SelectaVisión is a media entertainment distributor company founded in 1984. Based in Spain, SelectaVisión’s catalogue includes anime and live-action feature films, TV shows, and movies. Publishing both anime classics and the latest Japanese productions since 1997, SelectaVisión has built a long relationship with fan-favourite Japanese producers and distributors, becoming the major publisher of anime content for Spanish audiences. 

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TOKYO – Dec 7th, 2024 – INDIE Live Expo, the biannual live digital showcase connecting indie game fans all over the world with 100 million total views since its debut in 2020, concluded its final 2024 event. Viewers across the globe enjoyed world premieres and content updates across more than 100 games and witnessed the honoring of 2024’s finest indies during the fifth annual INDIE Live Expo Awards.

Christmas came early for indie fans as Japan’s premiere showcase showcased new reveals and hotly-anticipated updates across a kaleidoscope of genres. Yesterday’s world premieres include Sofia in Exchange for Lies, the murder mystery adventure game now in development by MUTAN.

Kodansha Ltd. revealed next year’s release lineup including and Roger, a point-and-click visual novel arriving on PC via Steam in Spring 2025 where disappearing family members trigger untold mysteries, and Pararecords, the branching narrative paranormal adventure coming to PC via Steam in Summer 2025.

Publisher room6 shared updates for multiple titles, including the release date for Pastel☆Parade, the cozy rhythm game coming to PC via Steam in Spring 2025, and revealed a Summer 2025 release window for the point-and-click RPG UNDERGROUNDED.

INDIE Live Expo would like to extend congratulations to this year’s award winners:

Award Recipients

“We are honored to present the Grand Prize to Slay the Princess, which embodies the ‘madness’ that indie games should have,” says Daichi Saito, Chief Editor at INDIE Live Expo. “Developed by a small team, the graphics, while not necessarily fancy, are highly creative and offer an experience that keeps us committed to an ‘unconventional character.’ This game reminds us of the very reason we fell in love with “video games.” Showing our deepest respect for this magical work, we proudly present the Grand Prize.”

“The beautiful thing about video games is that there is no limit to creativity. If you can dream it, you can make it,” said Ryuta Konuma, Founder and CEO, Ryu’s Office. “We’re honored to provide a platform to show off the limitless creativity within the indie game space, and look forward to helping shine a light on developers across the globe.”!”

Rewatch INDIE Live Expo’s announcement and award show on YouTube.

Developers and indie game enthusiasts interested in information about future INDIE Live Expo events and opportunities can sign up for the INDIE Live Expo Letter here. For more information, please visit the INDIE Live Expo website, follow @INDIELiveExpoEN on Twitter, and search for #INDIELiveExpo on social media.

About Ryu’s Office

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

Discover powerful new equipment, epic rewards, and exciting skilling methods that redefine mastery in the latest RuneScape update

Monday, 9 December 2024, Cambridge, UK. Woodcutters and fletchers: sharpen your axes, don your best flannel, and unearth new techniques to ascend beyond level 99, as the 110 Woodcutting & Fletching update arrives in RuneScape today!

With Woodcutting & Fletching level caps increased to 110, discover magical new materials, craft powerful Masterwork weapons, find new tools to unlock, and take part in exciting new skilling opportunities on your path to mastery.

Located in a stunning, lush clearing north of Eagle’s Peak, discover the new Eternal Magic trees for a magical new skilling experience and reimagined Woodcutting mechanics, including Perfect Cuts: a critical strike mechanic that guarantees a log and extra XP. 

Discover cutting edge consumables to boost your Woodcutting skills and collect Enchanted Bird’s Nests for a chance to find unique loot. Reach level 110 Woodcutting to unlock the ability to harvest perfect Eternal Magic branches – an essential material for crafting the Masterwork Bow.

Aim high on your path to 110 Fletching and upgrade your weapons with fletching workbenches. These powerful new workbenches are used to craft ranged weapons and ammunition, as well as upgrade and submit Eternal Magic weapons to supply the local armies of Gielinor. Level up your Fletching to craft Eternal Magic shortbows and Primal arrows using Eternal Magic logs, and gain the ability to create Primal Crossbows and Primal bolts.

Beyond the increased level caps for Woodcutting & Fletching, today’s update also includes a 110 level cap raise for Firemaking to let players burn Eternal Magic logs, plus quality-of-life improvements for seasoned lumberjacks and newcomers alike, including new smithable hatchets, removable toolbelt hatchets, and balancing improvements to Woodcutting skilling.

110 Woodcutting & Fletching Update – Key Highlights:

• Woodcutting & Fletching (& Firemaking) Level Caps Increased: All three skills now extend to level 110, unlocking exciting new opportunities.
• Chop Eternal Magic Trees: Found in a stunning grove near Eagle’s Peak, these level 100 trees offer a magical new skilling experience.
• Engage with New Skilling Mechanics: Discover “Tree Timers” and “Lumberjack’s Intuition,” adding depth and rewards to Eternal Magic Trees.
• Gather Unique Resources: Collect Enchanted Bird Nests and new consumables designed to enhance your Woodcutting performance.
• Craft Powerful Ranged Weapons: Use Eternal Magic logs to fletch Shortbows and Crossbows, training your Fletching skill to new heights.
• Master the Masterwork Bow: Create the level 100 Masterwork Bow using advanced processes that integrate multiple skills.
• Equip Advanced Hatchets: Access a variety of new tree-felling tools, including augmentable level 90 and 100 hatchets to maximize efficiency.

RuneScape is available now on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android, complete with cross-platform progression and play on PC and mobile.

About RuneScape

Celebrating more than twenty years of adventures and acclaimed by PC Gamer as “one of the most endearing and unique MMOs available”, RuneScape is an ever-expanding, community-driven game that’s bursting with activity and life. Today RuneScape is one of the world’s longest-running online games, with over 300 million player accounts. 

Set in a medieval fantasy land, players embark on epic journeys through a vast sandbox world that’s full of gods, warring races, unexplored dungeons, and glittering riches. Propelled by the game’s narrative, choose your own path through enthralling quests, and progress through 29 diverse skills to shape a single character in a classless world. RuneScape is available across PC, iOS and Android devices.
 
About Jagex

A leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower our communities across PC, mobile and consoles. Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 300 million player accounts to its world and is a $1billion + 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. Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly active worlds and our community-focussed development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped.
 
In 2022, Jagex expanded with the acquisitions of PipeWorks and Gamepires, bringing its expertise in building forever games to SCUM, a multi-million selling open-world survival title in Steam Early Access & other unannounced titles. Jagex employs more than 600 people globally, and is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom. 

Join the Phantom Squad in this cooperative top-down tactical shooter releasing on PC in 2025!

London, UK – November 9, 2024 –  Gear up, get the squad ready, and prepare for deployment as Phantom Squad launches in 2025. In this cooperative top-down tactical shooter from CTRL Freak and Super Rare Originals, players will work together to strategize and craft plans with the intelligence on hand in order to execute the perfect operation before it inevitably goes sideways. 

Tactical skills will be tested as the Phantom Squad demo is lurking just around the corner, available as part of Daedalic’s ‘Four is a Party – Multiplayer Celebration’, an indie multiplayer celebration hosted on Steam, which is running from December 9th-16th. 

The Phantom Squad are a unit of officially KIA operatives, tied to no country, and dedicated to combatting terrorism anywhere on the planet, by any means necessary. Players play as a member of the Phantom Squad, with each team member playing a different role – led by the player’s choice of weapons and gadgets.  

Players can work together online across a number of missions with different and intense objectives and environments; neutralize key figures, extract hostages, infiltrate enemy bases and more. Before each mission, players work together to plan and strategize how to complete the mission. Once the mission commences, players will work on-the-fly, as gunplay, gadgets, and reactive decisions will dictate the success or failure of the mission.

Communicate with your squad by using real-time collaborative tools and voice chat, gather intel using tactical gadgets, annotate mission area maps and draw paths and blind spots. Phantom Squad provides players the tools to craft and execute flawless plans and strategies. However, things don’t always go as planned, and once all hell breaks loose, players will shoot their way to completion with the precise and intuitive controls in Phantom Squad.

Gameplay Features: 

• Planning & Strategy – Scout routes, mark objectives and set and exit points before each mission. Engage in direct combat or prioritise stealth, you call the shots on how to finish the job. 
• Real-Time Tactics – Issue real-time commands to the squad, directing them to take cover, hold positions, and engage specific enemies. Your commands can ensure your squad finishes the mission intact, or put them in the enemy’s line of fire.
• Gadgets & Equipment  – Utilize cameras, door wedges and other specialised tools in the Phantom Squad’s arsenal to transform how each mission plays out, giving the squad options beyond direct confrontation and rewarding careful use of resources. 
• Co-op Teamwork – Join other players online to form the optimal Phantom Squad. Each member of the squad has a specialised role, making team composition key to executing specific strategies.  

Phantom Squad releases in 2025 for PC via Steam.

About Super Rare Games

Super Rare Games strives to be the indie’s best friend. Defined by that mission, we are both a wholly original publisher as well as a publisher of limited physical content for the Nintendo Switch™. We operate alongside our partners to bring the most exclusive offering of the very best indie games to collectors worldwide. From the packaging of the products to opening the limited edition trading cards, we aim to provide gamers with the purest experience. As we continue to expand our collection of games, we hope you join us and grow yours too.

About Ctrl Freak

As a teenager, Jérôme was captivated by crafting flawless plans in the early Rainbow Six games, sparking his desire to recreate that tactical thrill combined with a “not-too-serious” vibe: fast-paced, fun, and intense shooting action. With 15 years of professional experience in software development across various business fields in French companies and a decade of game development as a hobby, Jérôme began prototyping his dream project, Phantom Squad, collaborating with his co-op gamer friends to experiment and refine his ideas.

Phantom Squad pays homage to games that Jérôme regards as genre-definers; the chaotic gunplay of Hotline Miami, tactical planning and strategising from SWAT 4 and Ready or Not. It’s built to immerse 2-4 players in a cooperative blend of precision and chaos. Using real-time collaborative tools, players can gather intel with tactical gadgets, spot enemies, and communicate through voice chat to mark paths, blind spots, and areas of concern directly on interactive blueprints. Each mission challenges players to sketch out their best short-term plans right in-game, but it’s all about adapting on the fly when things go sideways.

Keep the holiday traffic flowing this winter by plowing snow, clearing fallen trees, and prioritising safe travel with a host of enormous machinery!

PADERBORN, GERMANY – December 9th, 2024 – Publisher Aerosoft, in collaboration with developer Caipirinha Games, is proud to announce that Road Maintenance Simulator 2 has finally launched onto Steam for PC, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 today!

Work as a road maintenance professional in a classic German setting where the mild autumn chills are replaced by freezing temperatures and lots of now! Clear the streets, repair potholes, and manage traffic to ensure the roads remain safe and functional in all weather conditions.

Explore a comprehensive and realistic world in Road Maintenance Simulator 2, featuring a detailed 3D environment with motorways, federal, and country roads. Dynamic weather and seasonal changes bring life and unpredictability to every task, immersing you in the challenges of road maintenance. After valuable feedback from the first installment, the new Winter Service adds specialized tasks like snow plowing and road de-icing, elevating the complexity and satisfaction of keeping roads safe during harsh conditions.

Work continues day and night, rain or shine, as the demands of winter road maintenance never relent. Take on over 40 unique assignments using a fleet of 10 authentic vehicles, including combination rollers, tipper trucks, and road marking machines. Each vehicle is equipped with versatile attachments, allowing you to handle any job with precision and efficiency.

Players can now grab their copy of Road Maintenance Simulator 2 on Steam for PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. Digital copies for PC and consoles are set at €24,99, whilst physical copies are priced at €29,99.

About Aerosoft

Aerosoft GmbH was founded in 1991 at Paderborn/Lippstadt Airport and develops add-on software for Microsoft Flight Simulator. From 2002 onwards, add-ons for Train Simulator were also developed. Since 2007, Aerosoft has expanded its spectrum to include other simulations, including On the Road, OMSI 2, Autobahn Police Simulator and City Bus Manager. In 2016, Aerosoft published the two successful simulators Fernbus Coach Simulator in cooperation with FlixBus and Emergency Call 112 – The Fire Fighting Simulation. Aerosoft is also responsible for the flight simulators Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 and XPlane 12 exclusively in Europe. With over 40 permanent employees, Aerosoft GmbH is one of the leading software publishers in the field of traffic simulations worldwide.

For more information, visit their official website.

New Puzzle Game, Dangle Drop, is the First ‘Arkadium for Developers’ Publishing Title; Leading Browser-Based Gaming Company’s Q4 Line Up Includes Diverse Games – Puzzle, Word, Cozy and More

NEW YORK – Dec. 9, 2024 – Arkadium, a leader in the browser-based gaming (BBG) space, unveiled today six new games, finishing 2024 with a total of 18 games launched this year, the most in Arkadium’s 23-year history. These new titles from indie developers bring a variety of categories and endless fun to the Arkadium.com platform, which is free to play, easily accessible with no downloads required, and supported on all connected devices – PC, mobile, tablets, etc.

Leading the end of year game releases is Dangle Drop, an original puzzle game launching exclusively on Arkadium.com. Dangle Drop marks the first title of many to be released and supported through the new Arkadium for Developers publishing program. Developed by Supernapie, Dangle Drop offers players a deceptively deep and enticing puzzle-solving concept that’s easy to pick up and play, yet a challenge to master. The game’s clever design is simple and set in a cosmic-inspired atmosphere that adds distinct charm and visual displays. Dangle Drop features 200 unique puzzle levels based on the physics concept of Verlet integration. Each level presents players with interconnected sticks and three different types of adjoining circles; players must discover ways to make all the pieces drop from the puzzles by strategically selecting the order in which they fall. 

The Q4 slate of games reflects a diverse line up that caters to every type of BBG player. Titles include:

• Crosswordling (developer: Joyglitch): a word game that combines crossword puzzles with a word challenge.
• Word Clash (developer: Ocean Studios): a fast-paced, multiplayer word game where you can play against your friends or random players all over the world.
• Mr. Runner X (developer: Zing Games): an infinite runner where you help a stick figure advance through different settings and avoid getting crushed between the floor and the ceiling.
• Swipe City (developer: Ocean Studios): an exciting elements puzzle game that lets you taste Match 3 game skills.MR. RACER – Car Racing (developer: Chennai Games Studio Private Limited): feel the thrill of high speed as you zoom through busy streets in sports cars, dodging traffic and taking on thrilling driving challenges.

“We are so proud to finish the year strong with the launch of these great titles and kick off our third-party publishing with Dangle Drop,” said Dan Butchko, Director of Developer Relations at Arkadium. “2024 was a monumental year for not only Arkadium but the browser-based gaming industry at large, and it’s rewarding to be able to share a variety of new and popular games with our community and fans just in time for the holidays. There’s something for everyone!”

Arkadium is committed to providing game developers the opportunity to bring their BBGs to a global audience, backed by publishing resources and an experienced team to support their efforts. Since the launch of the “Arkadium for Developers” program back in April 2024, along with the third-party publishing offerings and $1 million-dollar APF1 in July 2024, Arkadium has partnered with numerous indie developers across the world to bring their visions to fruition and to a broad and diverse audience. Arkadium will continue its mission in 2025 of delivering the best browser-based games for players that are available anywhere, any time.

Dangle Drop,Crosswordling, Word Clash, Mr. Runner X, Swipe City,and MR. RACER – Car Racing are all available now on Arkadium.com, via browser on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Mobile, and any smart device.

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 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.  

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Grab your fedora, whip, and sense of adventure because the wait is over! Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™ is now available worldwide on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PC, and Game Pass. Developed by the critically acclaimed studio MachineGames in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games, this adventure game brings the iconic archeologist to life in an all-new cinematic and immersive experience.

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle combines thrilling set pieces, intricate puzzle-solving, and intense hand-to-hand combat to deliver an authentic Indiana Jones™ experience. Set between the events of Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark™ and Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade™, players will unravel a brand-new narrative-driven single-player story steeped in archeological mystery, danger, and intrigue.
 
Players can also look forward to more content with the launch of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of the Giants DLC™ coming in 2025. This story-driven DLC will be available with purchases of the Premium, Premium Upgrade and Collector’s Edition post-launch with more details coming at a later date.
 
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™ is available on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PC and Game Pass and arrives on PlayStation 5 in Autumn 2025. To learn more about Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, check out the official website at https://indianajones.bethesda.net/

For more information head over to the Bethesda News site.

PHILADELPHIA – Dec. 8, 2024 – As PAX Unplugged 2024 comes to a close, co-show organizers ReedPop and Penny Arcade announce the East Coast’s most-attended tabletop gaming event will return to the Pennsylvania Convention Center from Friday, Nov. 21, through Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025. 

Badges for PAX East 2025, the East Coast’s most-attended gaming event, returning to the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center from Thursday, May 8, through Sunday, May 11, 2025, go on sale this Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024. 

The sold-out PAX Unplugged 2024 welcomed tens of thousands of tabletop enthusiasts from around the world, alongside even more fans engaging with the 20th anniversary festivities across Twitch and other online platforms. Show highlights include a personal storytime keynote with prolific tabletop designer, Elizabeth Hargrave (Wingspan), and a first look at the upcoming TTRPG Daggerheart, hosted by Critical Role’s Matthew Mercer and Ashley Johnson. 

Attendees explored an expo hall packed with over 350 exhibitors dedicated to tabletop, watched lighthearted and insightful panels, witnessed competitive players compete in high-stakes tournaments, and engaged with fellow board game enthusiasts in community meetups. Fans who missed out on the latest updates from Acquisitions Inc. and some of the most exciting panels can check out the official PAX YouTube channel. 

PAX East 2025, the East Coast’s most-attended gaming event, will welcome gaming enthusiasts all over the world next spring. Attendees can look forward to the latest demos from AAA game developers and publishers, thought-provoking panels, the return of PAX Arena’s Stream Stars tournament, and more details to be announced in the coming months.  

“After a PAX Unplugged that exceeded my every fantasy for what a show like this can be, we aren’t letting off the gas for a second,” said Jerry Holkins, co-founder of Child’s Play, Penny Arcade, and PAX. “It’s an incredible honor to be the place people spend time with their friends and families, and we can’t wait to show them what’s in store for PAX in 2025.”

PAX East 2025 badges go on sale on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024, with 3-day badges available for $254 and single-day badges available for $71. Registration for media and content creators opens on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. For more information on future PAX events, follow PAX on Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, YouTube, Twitch, and X (formerly Twitter).

About PAX

PAX, or Penny Arcade Expo, is a festival for gamers to celebrate gaming culture. First held in Seattle in 2004, PAX has nearly doubled in size each successive year, with PAX Prime 2014 selling out of tickets in a matter of minutes. Connecting the world’s leading game publishers with their most avid and influential fans, PAX expanded with a second show in Boston in 2010, and a third in San Antonio in 2015, making it the three largest gaming shows in North America. The first international PAX was held in Melbourne, Australia in 2013. In 2017, Penny Arcade established PAX Unplugged, its first tabletop-focused show, held in Philadelphia.

About ReedPop

ReedPop is a boutique group within RX – one of the world’s leading event organizers. Launched in 2006, the group has become the number one producer of pop culture events globally and a full-service digital content provider and media company. Delivering once-in-a-lifetime fan experiences curated specifically for localized audiences, ReedPop currently features events in North America, Europe and Asia, including New York Comic Con (NYCC), Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo (C2E2), PAX West, East, and Unplugged, Emerald City Comic Con (ECCC), Star Wars Celebration, MCM Comic Con, Eurogamer Expo (EGX), MagicCon, and more. In addition to organizing and managing events, ReedPop owns and operates the pop culture news site, Popverse, which is the exclusive home for livestreams from all of ReedPop’s major comic cons. The staff at ReedPop are a fan-based group of professionals uniquely qualified to build and serve the communities with whom they share a common passion.

About Penny Arcade

Penny Arcade has been the world’s most popular webcomic for over 20 years, with over 3.5 million readers. Started in 1998 in the living room of Mike Krahulik & Jerry Holkins, it has grown into a media empire encompassing multiple beloved properties such as Lookouts, Automata, and beloved D&D live-play series Acquisitions Incorporated. Penny Arcade was responsible for the creation of Child’s Play, a gaming charity that has raised over $45 million dollars for children across the world. They are also the founders of PAX, the number one consumer gaming festival in North America, with hundreds of thousands of loyal visitors every year.