Escape false murder accusations as Scarlet, a hedonistic duchess guilty only of disobeying the aristocracy’s tiresome customs. Flee the imperial armies eager to see Scarlet’s head roll and buy time until she can clear her name. Conspire with Lily, a time-traveling livestreamer, and convince the opposing generals of Scarlet’s innocence, win their loyalty…and perhaps even form a rebellion.
In an era without the internet, leverage the power of media to outwit enemy forces. Hop aboard an imperial airship, spread (occasionally fake) news from above, and sway public opinion to increase the odds of victory during every battle.
Strengthen Scarlet’s army with her winsome ways: capture prisoners of war, then sway them with propaganda.Plant seeds of doubt into the minds of opposing commanders to cut off supply chains, divert troops away from battlegrounds, and flank distracted squadrons to thin out their ranks.
“The Great Villainess explores an alternate reality where mass media could be perceived as mystical powers,” says Daichi Saito, CEO of WSS Playground. “We encourage all who test the demo to lend their voice to development, we look forward to your feedback!”
The Great Villainess: Strategy of Lily is coming to PC in 2025 with language options in English, Japanese, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) and Korean. For more information, Visit the Alliance Arts official website, follow Alliance Arts on Twitter and YouTube.
About One or Eight
One or Eight is a Japan-based game development studio with a focus on creating obsession-worthy titles, with various Touhou Titles under their belt including Marisa of Liartop Mountain and Touhou Danmaku Kagura: Phantasia Lost, as well as other iconic releases like LOST EPIC, EARTH WARS, VTuber Baseball, and many more.
About WSS Playground
Founded in October 2019, WSS Playground is a development studio that takes “play” seriously, with notable titles in their portfolio including The Great Vilianness: Strategy of Lily, DRAINUS, EDEN.schemata();, Touhou Luna Nights, and NEEDY STREAMER OVERLOAD.
About Alliance Arts
Creating interesting games and delivering them to a large audience is a difficult task for a single company. Alliance Arts is a confluence of independent people joining forces to create a system that delivers interesting games to a large audience.
Critically Acclaimed Remake Available Now On All Major Platforms
SYDNEY (Dec. 6, 2024)– SQUARE ENIX® announced today that DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake, the RPG that IGN called “a shining example of how to remake a classic RPG,” has surpassed 2 million units in worldwide shipments and digital downloads. The game is currently available for Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam® and Microsoft Store on Windows.
Acclaimed by critics all over the world, DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is a complete remake of DRAGON QUEST III (originally released in 1988), now featuring the HD-2D graphic style, a unique blend of pixel art and 3D graphics. The story and the series’ familiar turn-based command battles remain true to the original, but DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake also includes a variety of additional elements, including voiced event scenes, orchestral music, a new “Monster Wrangler” vocation, the “Monster Arena” feature for extra challenges and new story episodes featuring Ortega, the protagonist’s father.
Additionally, the classic DRAGON QUEST III story fans know and love, which is chronologically first in the “Erdrick Trilogy,” has been refined to better tie-in to the events of DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake. DRAGON QUEST I & II HD-2D Remake is planned for release next year.
DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake is perfect for anyone who thoroughly enjoyed the previous versions, newcomers to the DRAGON QUEST franchise and gamers of all ages – even those who don’t typically play RPGs.
DRAGON QUEST is a legendary series of role-playing games created by Yuji Horii and beloved by millions both in Japan and around the world. The first DRAGON QUEST was released in 1986, and the game made its US debut in 1989 as DRAGON WARRIOR. The critically acclaimed series has shipped more than 91 million units worldwide, spanning 11 main series titles, many spin-off games, as well as films, anime, novels, manga, merchandise and more. Celebrating its 38th anniversary this year, the wildly popular DRAGON QUEST franchise holds various Guinness World Records including “Longest-Running Japanese RPG Series.”
The visionaries behind the series, Creator and Game Designer Yuji Horii, Character Designer Akira Toriyama (creator of Dragon Ball) and composer Koichi Sugiyama, have long enchanted newcomers and long-time fans alike, with each new entry in the franchise comprising charming visuals, enthralling storylines, and captivating music. The latest instalment, DRAGON QUEST XI S: Echoes of An Elusive Age, was released to much critical acclaim, winning the Metacritic Must-Play game award and becoming Metacritic’s “#2 Best Switch Game of 2019” and “#3 Best PS4 Game of 2020.” It has shipped over 7 million units globally to date.
About Square Enix, Inc.
Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX® and TAITO® branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including FINAL FANTASY™, which has sold over 195 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 91 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.
AN EPIC TRAILER FOR AN EPIC STORY – 1,000,000 Wishlists Can’t Be Wrong
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 6 DECEMBER 2024 – Warhorse Studios and PLAION have revealed the official story trailer for Kingdom Come: Deliverance II.
The latest trailer delves into the chaos, brutality and intrigue of a realistic late Middle Ages world. It follows Henry, a young man seeking justice for his murdered parents, as he embarks on an epic journey where his morality and integrity are tested. With blood feuds and political conspiracies unravelling, Henry’s choices will ultimately shape his destiny.
The story trailer comes hot on the heels of the news that Kingdom Come: Deliverance II has achieved over 1 million wishlists on Steam and will be launching a week earlier than originally announced: players can now get their hands on the title on 5 February, 2025.
In addition, there’s more good news: Kingdom Come: Deliverance II has officially Gone Gold. The game is now in the final stages of optimisation and on track for its 5 February launch.
Lastly the team at Warhorse studios also revealed the final PC and console specifications. allowing players to configure and optimise their gameplay experience as they choose. Full details below.
About the game
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II is a true sequel to its predecessor but developed and written in such a way that it is perfect for newcomers and longtime fans alike.
Diving back into the heart-pounding world of 15th Century Bohemia (Central Europe), Kingdom Come: Deliverance II picks up where its predecessor left off, thrusting players into the shoes of Henry, the steadfast son of a blacksmith, embroiled in a tumultuous tale of vengeance, betrayal, and self-discovery.
In this gripping sequel, players will traverse a meticulously crafted medieval landscape, from the humble confines of a blacksmith’s forge to the grandeur of royal courts, all while navigating the treacherous currents of a kingdom torn apart by civil war.
Gamers can choose one of the following editions:
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Standard Edition. This is the full game. Pre-order now to get the Lion’s Crest bonus items.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Gold Edition. The crown jewel of every noble’s chest with everything for an aficionado or newcomer to the series. It contains the standard edition, Expansion Pass and the Gallant Huntsman’s Kit:
Gallant Huntsman’s Kit Whether you’re sporting St. Hubert’s hunting cap, firing bolts at your quarry with Artemis’ crossbow or looking dapper in Nimrod’s famous hunting coat, this full costume hunting garb is a ‘must have’ for an aspiring ranger.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Expansion Pass The Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Expansion Pass includes three upcoming expansions as well as the bonus unlockable content: Shields of Seasons Passing. Available day one, this allows you to customise your shields with one of these four unique designs.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Collector’s Edition. The ultimate in Kingdom Come: Deliverance II goodness. You’ll get everything that’s found in the Gold Edition, along a fantastic statue of Henry and his trusty steed, Pebbles; the exclusive cloth map Alleys of Kuttenberg; the enamel pin set Coats of Valor; the iconic Letter of Hope – which Sir Hans Capon was entrusted with; and the King’s Rebels collectable cards set.
Join Henry on his quest for redemption and revenge in 1403 Bohemia and remember: “Audentes fortuna iuvat!”
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II will release on PC, PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series S|X on 5 February 2025.
About Warhorse Studio
Warhorse was founded in 2011 by industry veterans Dan Vávra, creator of Mafia and Mafia 2, and Martin Klíma, formerly of ALTAR. Combined creativity of the experienced team gave birth to the Kingdom Come: Deliverance Saga – an open world, realistic, single player RPG set in medieval Czech Kingdom. Kingdom Come: Deliverance successfully released on 13 February 2018 for PC, PlayStation 4 and Xbox One and sold over 6 million copies.
Warhorse Studios is a PLAION company.
About PLAION
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe.
Founded nearly three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences.
PLAION is an Embracer Group company.
About Deep Silver
Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance. For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com
The cult classic Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut has arrived on consoles and now, with more content than ever, we run through one of the many endings, seeing many horrific, heartwarming, and strange scenes along the way in this incredibly unique visual novel.
Slay the Princess: The Pristine Cut Full Playthrough
You’re on a path in the woods, and at the end of that path is a cabin. And in the basement of that cabin is a Princess.
You’re here to slay her. If you don’t, it will be the end of the world.
She will do everything in her power to stop you. She’ll charm, and she’ll lie, and she’ll promise you the world, and if you let her, she’ll kill you a dozen times over. You can’t let that happen. Don’t forget, the fate of the world rests on your shoulders.
You’re not going to listen to him, are you? We’re supposed to save princesses, not slay them…
Slay the Princess — The Pristine Cut Developer: Black Tabby Games Publisher: Black Tabby Games, Serenity Forge Platform: Windows, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch Release Date: 24 Oct, 2023 Price: $19.99 USD
Recommended – “Slay the Princess – The Pristine Cut’s gorgeous presentation elevates already impressive writing that does an excellent job keeping players coming back for more routes, hoping to find them all.”
Your Indiana Jones™ adventure begins today! Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™ is now available in early access 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 interactive 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 jump into Early Access now by purchasing the Premium, Premium Upgrade or Collector’s Edition of the game, which will also give them access to more content with the launch of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of the Giants DLC™ coming in 2025. More details of this story-driven DLC will appear at a later date.
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle™ officially launches globally on Xbox Series X|S consoles, PC and Game Pass on December 9 and arrives on PlayStation 5 in Spring 2025. To learn more about Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, check out the official website at https://indianajones.bethesda.net/
– Nominees will be Revealed on April 4, 2025, Alongsidethe Start of Global Fan Voting – – New Nominee Eligibility Period and Categories Revealed – – First Celebrity Presenter, Brazilian Drag Pop Icon Pabllo Vittar, Announced –
Sydney, Australia (Dec. 6, 2024) – Crunchyroll, the ultimate brand fueling anime fandom worldwide, announced at CCXP in São Paulo, Brazil, that the ninth annual Crunchyroll Anime Awards will return to Tokyo, Japan, on May 25, 2025. A star-studded orange carpet and global live stream will precede the ceremony.
Crunchyroll also announced its first-ever Brazilian celebrity presenter and anime fan for the ceremony—drag pop icon and musician Pabllo Vittar. Additional celebrity presenters from the world of television, film, sports, fashion, and music as well as musical performers will be announced closer to the ceremony.
Wildly popular voice actress and idol Sally Amaki and renowned entertainer Jon Kabira will return as co-hosts, and Sony Group Corporation Chairman and CEO Kenichiro Yoshida will again deliver opening remarks.
“The Crunchyroll Anime Awards is one of the biggest moments for anime all year – thanks to the creators honored and fans who will decide the winners,” said Rahul Purini, President of Crunchyroll. “We’re thrilled to host the awards again in the birthplace of anime and produce a celebration of the world’s fastest growing entertainment space.”
The largest global celebration of excellence in Japanese animation continues to evolve and expand with a new eligibility period, voting window and categories. The Crunchyroll Anime Awards’ move from March to May begins a transition towards an updated eligibility period that celebrates a clearly defined calendar year of anime.
Exclusively for the 2025 Anime Awards, the updated eligibility period will expand from October 1, 2023, to December 31, 2024, encompassing five seasons (or quarters) of anime. This expanded window marks a transition year that ensures no anime goes uncelebrated and fans have the opportunity to vote for their favorite series, film, creators, and more. In the future, nominee eligibility will extend from January 1 to December 31.
“Every year we see an outpouring of love and admiration from fans around the world, voting for and cheering on their favorite shows and creators,” added Gita Rebbapragada, Crunchyroll’s Chief Operating Officer. “This year will be no different as anime continues to captivate larger and more diverse audiences than ever before.”
Crunchyroll has revealed 32 categories that capture anime’s contributions to popular culture and reflect its continued global growth. From fresh new categories like Best Isekai and Best Hindi Voice Artist to fan favorites like Best Opening Sequence and Best Main Character, the accolades continue to parallel the expansion of anime. The full list can be found on the Anime Awards Official Website.
To be revealed on April 3, 2025 as fan voting begins, the nominees in each category will be selected by the passionate and independent 2025 Anime Awards judges, who represent global creatives, tastemakers, experts, and influencers.
The Crunchyroll Anime Awards is the leading yearly awards program honoring the creators, musicians, and performances powering the global love of anime. The ninth annual Anime Awards will take place at the Grand Prince Hotel Shin Takanawa in Tokyo on May 25, 2025. Sony Music Solutions Inc., part of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., and Dempsey Productions will support Crunchyroll in the execution of the event. The event will be livestreamed for global audiences.
About Crunchyroll
Crunchyroll is the global anime brand that fuels fans’ love of anime. With the ambition to make anime an even bigger part of pop culture, Crunchyroll offers fans the ultimate anime experience and destination centered around a premium streaming service. Crunchyroll has the largest dedicated anime library, an immersive world of events, exciting theatrical releases, unique games, must-have merchandise, timely news, and more. Anime is for everyone and is accessible to stream across territories through Crunchyroll—whether on the go on mobile, through gaming consoles and big-screen devices at home, or on desktops anywhere.
Crunchyroll, LLC is an independently operated joint venture between U.S.-based Sony Pictures Entertainment and Japan’s Aniplex, a subsidiary of Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc., both subsidiaries of Tokyo-based Sony Group.
The Problem Child DLC Expands Fighter Roster with Seven Boxers and Alternate Outfits
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, 6 DECEMBER 2024 – Global boxing superstar and serial entrepreneur Jake ‘El Gallo de Dorado’ Paul has officially joined the roster of the hit boxing video game Undisputed.
In the debut DLC since the game’s full release in October, the high-profile influencer-turned-boxer will be available as a playable character with three in-game outfits, bringing his fight style and personality to the most authentic boxing game from 13 December 2024 (AEDT).
Paul was put through his paces at the Sheffield, UK studio to ensure his in-game character reflected his signature style, combining his real-world fighting skills with his unapologetic, bold persona.
Steel City Interactive conducted a full motion capture of Jake Paul, resulting in a lifelike appearance with precision perfect punches, defence and footwork. His trademark flamboyant attire completes his virtual look.
“I’ve been breaking barriers and making history in real life, so it’s only fitting that I bring the same energy to Undisputed. This isn’t just about being in a video game; it’s about inspiring a new generation of fans to step into the ring – virtually and in real life.
The Steel City team nailed every detail, from my moves to my swag, and I can’t wait for players to test their skills as ‘El Gallo de Dorado.’ Just like in the real ring, I’m here to take over,” said Jake Paul.
“Jake’s influence on modern boxing is undeniable. His meteoric rise has introduced a whole new generation to the sport, especially those who have followed him from a YouTube phenomenon to a legitimate boxing contender,” said Ash Habib, Founder and CEO of Steel City Interactive.
“His inclusion in Undisputed represents our commitment to featuring fighters who bring something new and exciting to the sport, pushing boxing inside and outside the ring.”
Undisputed is known for its authenticity to the world of boxing and detailed recreation of the sport.
In addition to Paul, The Problem Child DLC roster is expanded further to include two specialised packs comprising of six current boxing superstars and legends of yesteryear:
Pack 1 – Mexican Legends
Marco Antonio Barrera
Erik Morales
Juan Manuel Márquez
Pack 2 – Hard-hitting Heavyweights
James ‘Buster’ Douglas
Otto Wallin
Zhilei Zhang
New outfits Each new fighter comes with an alternate outfit. There are also two new cosmetic packs that include alternate outfits for Deontay Wilder, Roy Jones Jr., Sunny Edwards, Terence Crawford, Vasilii Lomachenko and Seniesa Estrada.
Free content and game updates In addition to the paid for DLC fighters and outfits, all existing and new players will also receive free content and game updates including:
Two brand new ‘Ring of Fire’ outfits for Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk in anticipation of their rematch on 21 December 2024.
Two new venues, new animations for knockouts and knockdowns, movement up and down in weight class for Career Mode, audio and UI changes.
This debut DLC represents the first of numerous planned content drops comprising of free, paid and game enhancements. More detail to be revealed soon.
Undisputed is available to purchase on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC Steam.
About Jake Paul
Jake Paul, known as “El Gallo de Dorado,” has rapidly become one of the most influential figures in the world of combat sports. After rising to stardom on YouTube, Paul quickly earned a reputation for his brash, unapologetic behaviour, which often landed him in the headlines. This rebellious attitude and controversial persona led to the birth of another one of Paul’s nicknames, “The Problem Child.” Paul left behind the digital influencer life and made the bold pivot to professional boxing in 2020. Driven by his passion for the sport and a desire to redefine his legacy, he relocated to Puerto Rico to focus fully on his training and boxing career.
After competing in three professional fights and headlining his first pay-per-view event in April 2021, Paul took another bold step. In August 2021, he co-founded Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) with Nakisa Bidarian, aiming to give fighters greater creative control over their careers. Paul’s commitment to the sport extends beyond his own career, as he and MVP actively promote women’s boxing and support rising talent through initiatives like MVP’s Most Valuable Prospects series. In 2023, Paul was featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated’s “The 50 Most Influential Figures in Sports” issue — he was celebrated for revolutionizing the sport by advocating for equitable pay and creating platforms for young fighters, particularly women.
Paul’s impact in the ring is equally significant, with high-profile victories over names like Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva, and Nate Diaz. His viral knockouts and headline-grabbing performances have breathed new life into boxing, drawing millions of fans and setting records. In November 2024, he headlined a historic bout against boxing legend Mike Tyson, streamed live globally on Netflix. The event shattered records, becoming the most-streamed sporting event ever with 108 million live viewers globally. The main event peaked at 65 million concurrent streams worldwide, including 38 million in the US. During its broadcast, 56% of all US TV viewing from 9 PM-10 PM PST was dedicated to the fight. The fight’s impact extended beyond streaming, achieving record commercial distribution across 6,000+ bars and restaurants in the US and topping Netflix charts in 78 countries. Globally, it trended as #1 on X, with #PaulTyson dominating worldwide discussions and #Serrano ranking second in major markets like the US, Brazil, Spain, and Canada. With an $18,117,072 gate and 72,300 attendees at AT&T Stadium, the event set a record as the highest-grossing combat sports gate in US history outside of Las Vegas and entered the top 10 overall.
Outside the ring, Paul’s contributions to the sport extend into philanthropy and advocacy. In 2021, he launched the Boxing Bullies foundation, a nonprofit that empowers and inspires young people through boxing. He’s also been an outspoken advocate for fighter rights and pay equity and has partnered with USA Boxing to support the development of future Olympic athletes. Through his ventures and advocacy, Paul continues to shape the future of boxing and influence the broader sports and entertainment landscape.
About Steel City Interactive
Sheffield-based Steel City Interactive (SCI) was founded in 2020 by Ash Habib, along with his brothers Asif and Asad. Formed around the idea of creating the first major, new boxing game in over a decade. The rapidly growing studio now employs 34 people and has partnerships with the world of boxing’s leading companies including the WBC, Ring Magazine, CompuBox, BoxRec and many other prestigious boxing organisations. During development SCI has created innovative, proprietary technology to bring the world of boxing to life like never before.
About PLAION
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe.
Founded nearly three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences.
Prepare to wage war across the globe with two epic single-player campaigns and competitive RTS multiplayer
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Dec. 5, 2024 – During today’s PC Gaming Show, Saber Interactive’s 3D Realms label and Knights Peak Interactive revealed that Tempest Rising, the highly anticipated, modern real-time strategy game, will officially launch on April 24, 2025, on PC via Steam. Experience in-depth base-building, resource management, and all-out warfare between unique factions in single-player and multiplayer in this true spiritual successor to the RTS classics of the ‘90s and 2000s.
Tempest Rising transports you to a battle-scarred 1997 in an alternate timeline where the Cuban Missile Crisis went nuclear. In the fallout from the war, a strange, red, electrical vine known as Tempest spread across the planet and changed the course of history, awakening an ancient race lying dormant known as the Veti, as teased in today’s new trailer.
Experience the gripping story of two unique factions across two epic campaigns with deep and rewarding gameplay that keeps the focus on strategy and skill, with built-in customization options that let you take on challenges your own way plus original music from legendary Command & Conquer composer Frank Klepacki.
Lead the highly mobile, advanced peacekeeping corps of the Global Defense Forces or the hard-hitting Tempest Dynasty in both single-player and multiplayer modes. Take full command of the battlefield as you build up your base, lead your armies into combat, and execute bold strategies to emerge victorious.
Key Features
Classic RTS base-building with fast, fluid, hard-hitting combat and tons of customization
Command two asymmetrical factions, each featuring unique harvesting models, resource systems, and distinct rosters of units for drastically different playstyles
Two epic single-player campaigns with between-mission cutscenes to drive the story
Skirmish, custom games, and ranked multiplayer matchmaking with Glicko-2 rating
Wishlist Tempest Rising on Steam today. For the latest news and updates, follow Tempest Rising on X/Twitter and Discord.
About Saber Interactive
Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 13 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park: Survival, World War Z, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead, SnowRunner, and Expeditions: A MudRunner Game. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with leading developers and publishers, including producing The Witcher 3:Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others. Learn more at https://saber.games.
About 3D Realms
Redefining AAA – Action, Attitude, Adrenaline, 3D Realms has rocked the world for almost 30 years by publishing unforgettable, iconic games like Duke Nukem, Terminal Velocity, Shadow Warrior, Death Rally, Max Payne, and more recently Ghostrunner, Ion Fury, Cultic, Tempest Rising, Phantom Fury and RIPOUT.
Led by industry veterans, 3D Realms is a proud member of Saber Interactive, with a mission of publishing games for grownups. Unapologetic and uncompromising, we’re not afraid of being who we are and being damn good at it – for everyone’s benefit. For more information, visit 3drealms.com.
About Knights Peak Interactive
Knights Peak Interactive, a division of MY.GAMES, is a game publisher partnering with diverse developers worldwide. Committed to equality, it supports both emerging and established studios in reaching new heights in global markets and brand development. Knights Peak views games as portals to immersive stories, offering players a multitude of adventures in a welcoming environment. For details, visit: https://www.knightspeak.com.
SAN FRANCISCO – December 5, 2024 – Daruma Games, a new San Francisco based independent studio by WB Games veterans Loren Weng and Simon Armstrong, is proud to reveal the team’s debut title, Sol Mates, at PC Gaming Show today.
Arriving to Steam Early Access in 2025, Sol Mates is all about finding a method to madness in moments bursting with unpredictability. This 4-player online and local co-op adventure thrives on chaos, asking players to complete odd jobs across the galaxy and beyond. But with great chaos comes great responsibility: The perils of interstellar travel await as players fight to keep their ship and operation running smoothly, or at least as best they can.
Designed best for short, exhilarating sessions with friends, Sol Mates is mission-based with elements of procedural generation and narrative content. Players encounter vicious pirates, treacherous black holes, explosive decompression, and robots that rarely tip well. As players steer, shield, and blast their way through the stars, they’ll need to work together. Make key narrative and strategic decisions as a united crew; one wrong move, and you might find yourself surrounded by giant alien spiders!
Key Features
Chaotic cooperative gameplay – Chaos is at every turn as tension mounts throughout your interstellar journey. Work together with friends to become a well-oiled team that puts out fires, launches missiles, and steers the ship out of a crisis at the ready.
Mission-based storytelling – Sol Mates expertly weaves a humorous sci-fi storyline told through a series of hand-crafted missions mixed with procedurally generated twists.
Retro-futuristic art style – Enter the adorable and charming world of Sol Mates, where your customizable astronauts lead the way through a retro-futuristic universe filled with surprise and thrill. Battle massive space crabs and defeat hordes of pirates in colorful and explosive encounters.
Meaningful progression – By progressing through the campaign, you unlock new missions, characters, cosmetics, events, and challenges. With every new unlock comes new combinations offering endless replayability.
“Coming out of the pandemic, I found people got used to staying at home, and you needed a good reason to entice your friends to come over,” said Daruma Games co-founder Loren Weng. “So we made a couch co-op game to be that excuse. Couch co-op is the genre of our childhoods, and even as AAA development has moved away from it, the demand is higher than ever. That said, we live in an age where connectivity is better than ever, so of course, you can play online co-op too.”
Sol Mates will launch in Early Access on Steam in 2025 on PC.
About Daruma Games
Daruma Games is a San Francisco-based game studio founded by veteran developers and friends Loren Weng and Simon Armstrong. They’re building experiences fueled by a love for games that are best played on a comfy couch. Games bring people together, and Daruma Games aims to leverage their love of cooperation and chaos to make games that’ll turn up the heat at game nights.
BORDEAUX, France – 6 Dec. 2024 – Developer Shiro Games, best-known for its projects that have sold more than 1 million units each including Northgard, Dune: Spice Wars, Wartales, revealed its next title today at the PC Gaming Show. SpaceCraft is a massively multiplayer management and crafting adventure that will welcome interstellar explorers to carve out a place among the stars on PC via Steam in 2025.
A devastating century-long war against the reawakened Tripods, terrifying ancient and autonomous machines, has pushed mankind to the brink of extinction. In a desperate act of hope and survival, all remaining survivors fled through a mysterious portal to a distant, uncharted galaxy.
Connections will be the key to success in the new world. Join political, military, financial, or other formidable factions to gain distinct advantages and attributes. Take on challenging missions and contribute to the ever-evolving economic marketplace. Conduct trade as a solo merchant, or team up with other survivors and form powerful clans called Corpos to pool resources and gain leverage.
Construct and design a foundational headquarters on a planet or in orbit complete with housing modules, energy stations, data centers, and much more for the journey ahead. Explore humanity’s new frontier, expanding the base of operations by discovering raw resources and building extraction and automation machinery to create advanced new structures.
“We wanted to give players a spectacular open-ended world to explore, where their decisions have an impact and they have full freedom to choose their own destiny,” said Nicolas Cannasse, CEO of Shiro Games. “Build complex starships and bases, conduct trade deals in a real-time economy, and form alliances and rivalries at your discretion. From the time you start the game, SpaceCraft is your story to tell. ”
SpaceCraft is set to launch on PC via Steam. For more information, head to the Steam page and be sure to follow SpaceCraft and Shiro Games on X/Twitter.
About Shiro Games
Shiro Games is an independent Bordeaux-based studio founded by video game veterans Sebastien Vidal and Nicolas Cannasse to bring new innovative games to life. Based in Bordeaux, France, the studio released its first project Evoland in 2013 and its acclaimed sequel Evoland 2 in 2015. Shiro Games then launched its popular Viking strategy game Northgard on Steam in 2018, which has gone on to sell more than 3 million units across various platforms as well as Dune: Spice Wars, the spice-infused blend of 4X and RTS gameplay. Wartales is their latest title, with several major DLC additions since its release in April 2023.
