New missions, maps, characters and weapons through a mixture of free updates and paid DLCs will keep Rockay City hot!
CALABASAS, Calif. – December 17th, 2024 – Leading video game publisher 505 Games, and developer INGAME STUDIOS are proud to announce a detailed 2025 content roadmap for Crime Boss: Rockay City.
Since its launch in March 2023, Crime Boss: Rockay City has seen remarkable improvements, thanks to the unwavering dedication of INGAME STUDIOS development team; the game has received 13 major updates so far (the last one released on December 12th) which introduced a wealth of new content, including additional missions, new heisters, and a revamped progression system. The developers have also focused on enhancing gameplay in several aspects, significantly elevating the overall player experience and showcasing their incredible dedication to the game’s success.
This new roadmap highlights how this commitment remains strong, supporting the game throughout the entire year with a blend of free updates and paid DLCs, ensuring a continuous stream of new content for our players.
Additional games’ features, missions, heists, skins will drop on a monthly basis to enrich Rockay City with fresh challenges and characters and ensure the highest engagement for our community.
During this holiday season, Crime Boss: Rockay City is offering some fantastic discounts! You can save 50% on the game across various platforms. Discount timing will vary by platform so please check your preferred storefront for the latest details.
505 Games, a Digital Bros’ subsidiary, is a global publisher focused on offering a broad selection of video games for players of all ages and skill levels. The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on console and PC platforms as well as mobile devices. Publishing highlights include DEATH STRANDING (PC), Control, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Ghostrunner, Gems of War, Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. 505 Games has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Australia, China and Japan.
The new update brings Rafale and Typhoon modern jet fighters and dozens of other iconic military vehicles
Gaijin Entertainment announces the release of the “Storm Warning” major content update for the military online shooter War Thunder. The game now features the Thai air force subtree, top-of-the-line 4.5-generation fighters Typhoon and Rafale (“gust of wind”), the modern German self-propelled gun Panzerhaubitze 2000, the French light cruiser La Galissonnière, dozens of other military vehicles, as well as a new map “Attica”, inspired by the landscapes of Greece.
The Eurofighter Typhoon is a modern 4.5-generation fighter, which was created jointly by Germany, UK and Italy, and is currently also in service with Austria, Spain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia and Qatar. It can carry up to 10 air-to-air missiles, including the AIM-9 Sidewinder and AIM-120 AMRAAM. This arsenal, supplemented by a helmet-mounted targeting system and an advanced CAPTOR radar, make the Eurofighter one of the best aircraft in the game for both close and long-range air combat.
Rafale is the most modern French-produced fighter jet in the game. The Rafale F3-R version that debuts in War Thunder was accepted into service in 2018. In addition to the French Air Force, it is also used by Greece and Croatia. The aircraft is especially effective in long-range combat thanks to its MICA-EM ARH missiles. To destroy ground targets, the Rafale has a high-precision weapons system AASM HAMMER, new to War Thunder, with an extensive arsenal of guided bombs.
The Thai sub-tree has been added to the Japanese aviation line and will expand the tactical options for players leveling this branch. For example, they will now have access to the F-5T SCU “Tigris” light jet fighter, which can be equipped with Python 3 air-to-air missiles.
The Panzerhaubitze 2000 is one of the most modern and advanced self-propelled howitzers in the world. The shells of its 155 mm L52 gun, about 8 meters long, can hit targets at distances of tens of kilometers, and the reload speed can get as low as 6 seconds with a good crew. Despite its weight of almost 58 tons, the Panzerhaubitze 2000 is capable of reaching speeds of up to 60 km/h on a good road, thanks to which it can quickly change position.
Detailed information about the new content in the “Storm Warning” update is available on the official website of the game.
About Gaijin Entertainment
Gaijin Entertainment is the developer and publisher of the online games War Thunder, Crossout, Enlisted, CRSED: F.O.A.D. and Star Conflict as well as other PC, Mac, Linux, PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, iOS and Android titles across several genres. The company’s diverse portfolio has received a range of mass media and game industry awards including such as Gamescom Award and many more. Official website: http://gaijinent.com/
About War Thunder
War Thunder is a free-to-play, cross-platform, massively multiplayer military masterpiece with millions of fans worldwide, that allows players on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Mac and Linux to fight their way across air, land, and sea in the same battlefield. War Thunder offers 2000+ playable aircraft, armored vehicles and ships from the 1900s to the 2010s. The US, Russian, British, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Swedish, Israeli, South African and French military vehicles represented in game are carefully researched, historically accurate recreations of their real world counterparts. Fans can expect hundreds more added as Gaijin Entertainment commits to ongoing development via regular updates. Official website: http://warthunder.com
World of Warships: Legends celebrates the most wonderful time of the year with the return of Winter Fleet and three new Premium ships, an Advent Calendar packed with plenty of treats for the new year, and a classic campaign featuring a Legendary cruiser
AUSTIN, TX (December 17, 2024) – Wargaming, the developer and publisher of the leading cross-platform naval multiplayer game World of Warships: Legends, is welcoming the winter season with a wealth of wondrous content, including a free DLC with World of Tanks Modern Armor. Just in time for the holidays, players can complete a brand-new campaign to claim British Legendary Tier cruiser Defence, unwrap the return of Winter Fleets, and enjoy a variety of cyberpunk content including an Advent Calendar, ships and Commander guises.
Check out the trailer for this update below
The Best Form of Offence is British Cruiser Defence
Running across six weeks, and 100 milestones, players can set their sights on completing the new “The Best Form of Offence” campaign. Waiting at the end is British Legendary Tier cruiser the HMS Defence, up for grabs to those with Admiralty Backing. This vessel comes equipped with 356 mm guns that delve out some of the highest damage among cruisers, and her firepower is further supplemented with powerful torpedoes. On top of that, HMS Defence comes equipped with Repair Party to bolster her hit points in times of combat and withstand the heaviest enemy attacks.
Welcoming a Winter Wonderland in World of Warships: Legends
This update also sees the return of Winter Fleet, bringing plenty of new options for players to commandeer. Headlining is the arrival of three Premium winter versions of existing ships, including Pan-European Tier VII destroyer Östergötland, U.S. Tier VI cruiser New Orleans, and U.S. Tier VII battleship Constellation. To add to the festivities, an array of vessels from past years also resurface for players to take to the seas, and players who are diligent in completing a new Shipbuilding Collection will unlock the winter version of British Tier III aircraft carrier Hermes.
World of Warships: Legends is also celebrating the end of the year with a futuristic twist. A cyberpunk take on Italian battleship Ruggiero di Lauria and Soviet cruiser Dimitry Pozharsky take center stage for the new year, alongside special Commander guises and an all-new Advent Calendar. This calendar is packed with rewards for eager players and an additional cyberpunk-themed Commander guise for those who make it to the end.
Closing out the update, three new seasons of Ranked battles and three more seasons of Brawl come to the game, offering players an abundance of rewards as they battle through mechanics, rulesets and formats.
World of Tanks Modern Armor and World of Warships: Legends Come Together
Two worlds collide as World of Warships: Legends teams up with World of Tanks Modern Armor to deliver players free “United Force” DLC to enjoy. Available from today, the DLC includes Premium vehicles for players across both games. with World of Warships: Legends players getting all hands on deck with French Tier II Premium destroyer Enseigne Gabolde. World of Tanks: Modern Armor users will be able to wield British Tier V Premium heavy tank Excelsior in combat, along with even more rewards from the all-new Winter Fest special event, which lets players use toy tanks to battle the Ice Queen and evil Yetis to save the North Pole.
About World of Warships: Legends
Experience epic naval action in World of Warships: Legends, a massively multiplayer online game where you can master the seas in history’s greatest warships! Recruit Legendary Commanders from maritime history, upgrade your vessels, and stake your claim to naval supremacy with or against players from around the world in thrilling and immersive battles. World of Warships: Legends brings the online naval action loved by millions to home consoles and mobile!
World of Tanks Modern Armor is the premier free-to-play MMO that puts you at the center of action-packed PvP and PvE tank battles. Command over 1,000 authentic tanks, from WWII’s iconic Sherman to the Cold War’s M1 Abrams. Download for free on PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, Xbox One, or Xbox Series X/S and join tankers around the world in our theater of war!
Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has grown to become one of the leaders in the gaming industry. Its 16 offices around the world include studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, Vilnius, Belgrade, and Kyiv. Millions of players enjoy Wargaming’s titles across all major gaming platforms. Its flagship products include the free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Tanks Blitz, World of Warships, World of Warships: Legends, and World of Warships Blitz.
The “child of Polytopia and Civilization” is coming on January 20th into Steam Early Access.
Oslo – Norway / Hamburg – Germany, 17.12.2024. – “Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipisici elit …” wait, wait, wait! We’re not here to reopen old wounds from Latin class. Developer Billionworlds and Publisher Daedalic Entertainment are here to bring a revitalizing and focused approach back to 4X strategy. Tired of strategy games where it takes dozens of turns for anything exciting to happen? Yield! Fall of Rome redefines the 4X experience with its focused gameplay, meaningful decisions, and a fresh take on the genre. Set to launch on January 20, 2025, this innovative strategy title promises a thrilling mix of depth and accessibility for both seasoned strategists and newcomers.
The 4X Game That Won’t Keep You Waiting
If you’ve ever grown impatient waiting for your workers to build a scout in 7 turns, Yield! Fall of Rome is the game for you. Forget endless micromanagement—every turn offers exciting decisions and impactful actions. Lead legendary tribes such as the Britons, Huns, and Franks against the all-mighty Romans, and dive straight into the heart of the action as you shape the destiny of the ancient world.
As one player put it: “After playing Yield! I realized how slow other games can feel. In Yield!, every turn matters, and I didn’t have to waste time waiting to make big moves.”
Build Empires, Conquer Foes, Rewrite History
In Yield! Fall of Rome, you’ll step into the shoes of a barbarian leader during the twilight of the Roman Empire. Choose from 8 unique factions, each offering distinct gameplay styles and challenges. Whether through diplomacy, warfare, or strategic cunning, carve out your empire and bring glory to your tribe.
Key features include:
Focused, fast 4X Gameplay: Dive into the action immediately with streamlined mechanics that prioritize strategy over waiting.
Dynamic Campaigns: Explore procedurally generated maps and embark on bite-sized campaigns where no two games are the same.
Accessible Yet Deep: Intuitive mechanics make it easy to start, while advanced strategies reward skilled players.
Multiplayer Options: Play solo, cooperatively, or competitively with asynchronous multiplayer modes offering flexibility and fun.
Why Yield! Stands Out
Yield! Fall of Rome combines the best of traditional 4X gameplay with a modern twist: fast, engaging sessions without the grind. It’s been called “the child of Civilization and Battle for Polytopia,” bringing the best of both worlds into a uniquely immersive experience.
Wishlist Now and Lead the Fall of Rome
Ready to rewrite history? Wishlist Yield! Fall of Rome today on Steam and prepare for an epic strategy experience when the game launches on January 20, 2025.
About Daedalic Entertainment
Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher that has supported indie developers for over 17 years, bringing their titles to every major gaming platform. The line-up of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new line-up of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include New Cycle, Barotrauma, Unrailed!, REVEIL, Potion Tycoon, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish! and more. Please look out for upcoming games like The Occultist, Woodo, Magin: The Rat Project Stories, Wild Woods, and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house Nacon.
Collector’s boxed edition of the classic remake to hit European stores early next year
Barcelona, Spain – 17th of December 2024. Publisher SelectaPlay is excited to announce that the upcoming whimsical platform adventure game Bubble Ghost Remake will be available as a limited physical Standard and Collector’s edition for Nintendo Switch alongside the digital launch in early 2025. Developed by Nakama Game Studio, Bubble Ghost Remake transports fans back to the golden age of platformers on Nintendo Gameboy and Commodore 64 but reimagined to offer a new visually captivating experience, breathing new life into the beloved classic.
The special limited physical edition will ring the nostalgia bell with a wonderful selection of in-box goodies for fans to add to their collection. Included in the special oversized collector’s box with exclusive artwork will be a physical edition of the game for Nintendo Switch, a printed original prequel comic illustrated by the dev team, the joyful soundtrack on CD by Fran Romguer, a selection of stickers and a special Bubble Ghost Remake acrylic standee.
The Bubble Ghost Remake limited physical Standard and Collector’s edition for Nintendo Switch will be available in early 2025 across European specialist retailers and is available to pre-order now. Check local retailers for pricing and availability. Only the Standard physical edition is available in North America.
For fans looking to try Bubble Ghost Remake for themselves can now try out the free demo, available to download now for PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch and to their Wishlist.
About Bubble Ghost Remake
Guide a little ghost and his bubble through an enchanted mansion filled with dangers and thrilling challenges in this incredible remake of Bubble Ghost. Master levels of skill and clever puzzles as you unveil the story hidden behind the spirit of Heinrich Von Schinker. This remake of the game features a fresh new look and a myriad of new features (like new game modes, fierce bosses, collectibles, and many more surprises) that will captivate you for hours. Get ready to protect your bubble through the rooms of this mysterious castle… Will you uncover all its hidden secrets?
Enjoy an adventure with over 40 skilful levels and clever puzzles that promise hours of entertainment and challenge.
Dive into Story, Arcade, Challenge and Speed Run game modes or prove your worth and compete for a spot in the pantheon of “Bubble Ghost Remake” legends in the Hall of Fame.
Fully revamped graphics and sound bring the magical world of the castle to life.
Unlock in-game achievements and compare your scores with the world’s best players.
Discover new hidden game modes, collectables, and secrets for an even more thrilling gameplay experience.
Bubble Ghost Remake will launch for digitally worldwide for PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch as well as a physical Standard (NA and EU) and Collector’s Edition (EU only) for Nintendo Switch via European specialist retailers. Fans can Wishlist the game on Steam and Nintendo Switch now.
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 in Europe and worldwide.
About SelectaVisión
SelectaVisión is a video publishing company founded in 1984. Based in Spain, SelectaVisión’s catalog 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-favorite Japanese producers and distributors, becoming the major publisher of anime content for Spanish audiences.
About Nakama Game Studio
Nakama is a game development studio and interactive experiences for companies and publishers. Their team of passionate developers, designers, and artists brings a wealth of industry experience, fueled by a genuine love for video games.
Content Roadmap also released with more updates coming in Spring and Summer
Leamington Spa, UK – Dec 17, 2024 – UK games publisher Kwalee and independent game studio Inzanity, today announced a new update for the roguelite rhythm shooter ROBOBEAT. The new update includes a new Infinite Locker feature, which allows players to save one weapon and one utility in lockers located at specific points in the game. These saved items will always appear in the HUB at the start, stored in a separate side box.
The update also introduces a new weapon called Nexus. This weapon allows players to throw out beacons using CHARGE. Shooting then creates shots that target those beacon locations. Community items are also added, including 6 Badges, 5 Trading Cards, 5 Emoticon, 4 Steam Profile Backgrounds and 2 Animated Steam Profile Backgrounds.
The update is available now and ROBOBEAT will be available at 30 percent discount during the Steam Winter Sale
About ROBOBEAT –
Beat. The. Bot.
You’re Ace – a famous bounty hunter after your latest target, the eccentric robot-showman Frazzer. To find your way through his twisted techno-playground, you’ll have to master the art of shooting, wall-running, sliding, and bunny hopping, all in sync with the beat! Get ready to dance till you’re dead and then suit up for the remix in rogue-lite rhythm shooter ROBOBEAT.
Shoot to the Beat
Shoot to your own beat with the custom music feature. Simply upload & trim your track or leave it as it is in our in-game editor to auto generate beats that suit your play style. Change custom songs effortlessly in-game anytime anywhere without interruption. The feature will support .wav, .mp3, and .ogg files. Maximise your damage and shorten your cooldown time by shooting in sync.
Master the art of charged shots, damage multipliers, armour piercing rounds, and more!
Move to the Music
You’ll want some slick moves to go with those slick new weapons. Your enemies aren’t going to wait around for you to take a dance break, so you’ve got to keep moving if you want to survive. Wall run, slide, double jump, bunny hop, and grapple hook your way through technicolour levels to give your enemies the runaround. Keep it fluid, keep it funky, and keep it moving.
Rewind, Remix, Replay
ROBOBEAT is a rogue-lite remix. Fast forward through procedurally generated levels, equip an arsenal of finely-tuned weapons, and accompany your arsenal with a symphony of modifications. Your playstyle is on continuous shuffle, so you never know what each new run is going to bring!
About Kwalee
Kwalee is a multi-award-winning games publisher and developer based in Leamington Spa, UK, and has published a growing catalogue of PC and console titles including Wildmender, ROBOBEAT, Voidwrought, In Sink and The Spirit of the Samurai, along with upcoming titles The Precinct, Hordes of Hunger, and GladiEATers.
Founded by games industry icon and Codemasters co-founder David Darling CBE, who is joined by a team of global games experts with studios in the UK, India, Portugal and China, Kwalee is on the lookout for high-quality games to publish on all platforms and encourages developers to get in touch.
Officially recognised as ‘Best Publisher’ (TIGA 2022), Kwalee is also highly active in the industry, as an ambassador of not-for-profit organisation Women in Games and a regular supporter of charities like Safe In Our World, GamesAid and SpecialEffect.
About Inzanity
Founded in 2016, Inzanity is the brainchild of Simon Fredholm, an independent solo developer based in Sweden. Inzanity has previously developed and self published games like Break the Game and Escape the Game on PC. Simon is currently working on ROBOBEAT, a rhythm shooter where you’ve been trapped in the ever-changing mansion of the eccentric robot-showman Frazzer.
Special dinner ticket available for an exclusive developer meetup
GIANTS Software has just released Farming Simulator 25 to widespread acclaim and success and is already gearing up for its next community event to celebrate: The publisher and developer of the family-friendly series announces FarmCon 25 to be held the weekend of July 5-6, 2025. Tickets are now available, goodie bag included.
Meeting the Devs at Lindner in Austria
The annual event for fans, modders, and influencers to meet the team and creative minds behind Farming Simulator takes place at the Innovation Center of the renowned agricultural manufacturer and long-time partner Lindner in Kundl, Austria.
“We’re thrilled with the amazing reactions from the community to Farming Simulator 25! This enthusiasm motivates us every day, and we can’t wait to reveal more exciting updates at FarmCon” comments Christian Ammann, CEO at GIANTS Software. “We’re also incredibly grateful to Lindner for providing the venue for this year’s event. Their unwavering support and contributions truly elevate the experience for everyone. See you at FarmCon 25!”
As is tradition since the first FarmCon in 2016, visitors get the chance to learn more about current and upcoming Farming Simulator 25 projects from the developers during their stage presentations and talk to them directly in Q&A sessions and meetups. A highly limited dinner ticket will give attendees the rare opportunity to meet the developers in a more personal and exclusive setting over dinner.
GIANTS Software and Lindner will offer a variety of activities on and off the stage. Visitors can also take factory tours and, if they’re quick enough, get a ride on Lindner’s iconic red tractors on the test track. Meanwhile, many fans catch up with old and new friends or meet some of their favorite influencers.
“We are more than happy to host the FarmCon 25 in our Innovation Center and to welcome the international gaming community’’, says David Lindner, CEO at Lindner.
More information about the program, schedule, and activities of the annual community event, organized by GIANTS Software, will be announced closer to the event. The FarmCon 24 Aftermovie offers a glimpse of what to expect.
Farming Simulator 25 is available now for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S. Visit the official Farming Simulator website.
About GIANTS Software
GIANTS Software is an international video game developer and publisher from Switzerland established in 2004 and known worldwide for creating the popular Farming Simulator series. The team with offices in Switzerland (Zurich), Germany (Erlangen), USA (Chicago) and Czech Republic (Brno) is very committed to maintain close contact to the agricultural industry and to engage with the community.
About Farming Simulator
Since 2008, over 40 million units of Farming Simulator have been sold worldwide. The game series has been released on all popular platforms including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs since then. From the start, the team enabled users to create mods with the company’s own GIANTS Engine. With the Farming Simulator League (FSL), the series introduced a competitive esports mode in 2019 – with teams competing in professional tournaments and many acclaimed brands and sponsors on board.
Madrid, Spain – 17 December 2024. Meridiem is pleased to announce that it will publish a physical edition of Cats of Duty, the purr-fect combination of real-time strategy, tower defense and match-3 game genres. Developed by Prikol Team and digitally published by ESDigital Games, the special physical Meow Edition of Cats on Duty will be distributed by Meridiem across European specialist stores for PlayStation 5 on 27th March, 2025.
Meridiem is responsible for designing and manufacturing the physical Meow Edition of Cats on Duty for PlayStation 5 and will include a copy of the game and a set of fun feline stickers!
Welcome to Cats on Duty, the purr-fectly hilarious and action-packed ultimate blend of real-time strategy, tower defense, and match-3 mechanics, where heavily armed battle-hardened cat veterans of rodent skirmishes and yarn tangles take charge in defending their homeland (and litter boxes) against the forces of great evil! Utilize a multitude of cat varieties to engage in combat against 50 types of fiendish creatures. Unleash the power of the whiskers and drive those zombies back to the depths of the underworld!
Tactical Tower Defense: Defend your territory with a brutal arsenal of weaponry. From powerful rifles that reach the enemy at a distance to death-defying ninjas with blades sharper than any groomer’s scissors, strategically place your feline soldiers to ensure victory on the battlefield.
Unleash the Cattitude: Prepare for epic cat fights, playful antics, and adorable meows as your feline warriors show off their unique personalities and unleash their special abilities. Brace yourself for a blend of sass and strategy that will keep you entertained throughout the battles.
Match-3 Mayhem: It’s not just tower defense; it’s tower defense with a twist of addictive match-3 gameplay! Connect gems on the resource field to receive currency and purchase cat towers. Swap and combine cats on the battlefield to create upgraded towers and unleash devastating attacks. Inspired by Plants vs Zombies and Tower Swap, Cats on Duty takes the best of the genre and enhances it with captivating match-3 mechanics.
Features
Customize and Improve Your Squad: Unlock and collect a variety of quirky cat characters, each with their own strengths and abilities. From snipers and assassins to shotgun-toting Rambo-like felines and even a battle version of Puss in Boots, tailor your team to your playstyle and create the ultimate squad of kitty heroes. Gather three kittens in a row and witness the birth of a SUPER BATTLE CAT!
Epic Battles: Face off against formidable foes that will make your whiskers tremble. Zombies, skeletons, spiders, Baba Yaga, and EPIC bosses await your tactical prowess. Sharpen your claws, load your shotguns, and show them who’s the real top cat on the battlefield!
Unique Environments: Explore diverse and meticulously crafted levels, from deceptively cozy suburban backyards to mysterious desert. Each environment presents unique challenges that require cunning strategy to emerge victorious.
Charming Pixel-Cat Graphics: Immerse yourself in a vibrant and whimsical world filled with colorful environments and adorable cat animations. It’s a visual feast that will make you feel like you’re right in the midst of a kitty adventure!
Cats on Duty Meow Edition will launch as a physical edition for PlayStation 5 on 27th March, 2025.
About Meridiem
We are Meridiem, a video game publisher and distributor in love with its culture, which we protect and pass on in order to preserve it. We do this by fostering talent through investment in independent projects with potential, bringing back classic titles, promising indies and AAA games while continuing to support the physical format.
About ESDigital Games
ESDigital Games is a global video game publishing company specializing in premium indie and mid-core games for both PC and consoles. ESDigital Games has published and distributed original titles, including AWAKEN – Astral Blade, Unusual Findings, Cats on Duty, Deck of Ashes, and much more. The publisher’s catalog will get even richer in the coming months and years with eagerly awaited games such as Steel Seed, Sky of Tides, Island of Winds, and Memory Lost, as well as future updates of REMEDIUM, Battlejuice Alchemist, and Scholar of the Arcane Arts.
Headware Games has now updated its survival horror short story Hollowbody, to include a much requested feature – a fully functioning Third Person Mode. Players can now switch between ‘Classic’ fixed camera mode, and the new ‘Modern’ third person iteration at will from the in-game Options menu. You can check out the new mode in action in the following video…
Hollowbody now has a THIRD PERSON MODE!
Alongside the new camera system, the update brings with it a bunch of optimisations, improvements and balances. The full patch notes can be found below.
Hollowbody Patch 9 Notes
Added Third Person Camera
Added controller rumble support
Added unique camera transitions for Third Person Mode
Added camera zoom via aim button for Third Person Mode
Improved camera transitions for First Person Mode
Improved lock-on targeting in First Person Mode
Improved enemy AI and player detection for all enemy types
Increased Lurker movement speed and detection radius
Improved navigation and attack logic for Hound enemy type
Reduced core revolver ammo pickup from 6 bullets to 4
Replaced second melee animation when using Makeshift Axe
Reduced enemy collision size when colliding with player, mitigating instances of enemies blocking player in tight corridors
Character Controller rotation moved to fixed update in tank controls and camera relative controls, mitigating stutter when turning
Improved character movement and turning when using Classic (camera relative) controls
Removed targeting reticule when playing in first or third person mode
Removed delay and animation before restoring player control when using Repair Spray
Fixed persistent issue with run toggle unreliability
Adjusted trigger for nightmare sequence in Sewers
Fixed issue with cursor appearing when using keyboard or controller in menus
Locked mouse pointer to screen centre when game window is focussed
Various visual fixes and modifications to accommodate Third and First Person modes
Fixed issue with black image for autosave graphic in Sewers
Removed red overlay for save game thumbnail screenshots
Removed motion blur post-process effect and Quality Settings toggle due to Unity’s implementation causing performance issues for some users
Split Park/Residential Street into two scenes, significantly improving load times and increasing performance on lower-end devices
Improved loading screen transitions, mitigating full black screens when loading a new scene or save file
Increased Sasha run speed for beach prologue
Increased Mica run speed slightly for exterior and interior locations
SAN FRANCISCO – Dec. 12, 2024 –Exercise Your Demons!, a devilish mixed reality fitness game by developer VYERSOFT, dials up the intensity on Meta Quest 2, 3/3s, and Pro, this past week.
Foul demons of the Netherworld terrorize the human realm, courtesy of the dreaded Demonomicon. Many would-be heroes rise to beat back the infernal hordes, but only those willing to invest time and sweat will emerge victorious. No montages here, no shortcuts to super-strength: head to the Infernal Gym, don the DeGauntlets, and fire up those forearms with the help of Ash and Zephyr, a pair of fiendish fitness instructors!
Pump it up as a warrior of the realm and explore pulse-pounding locations like Poison Blossom Park and the Ultimate Demon Derby. Learn to duck, dodge, weave, and smash past the Demonomicon’s minions with immersive, responsive mixed reality controls. Ease into the rhythm and commit to fitness: muscles aren’t grown in a day, and monstrous hordes can’t be repelled in a week!
Earn rewards for persistence and habitual exercise. Spend shiny Impcoins and Soulbars to advance through the story campaign and earn cosmetics. Show off gains and progress with an online leaderboard to claim the title of demon-punching king!
“Mixed reality gives us an incredible opportunity to reimagine fitness as entertainment,” said Matthew Conn, founder of VYERSOFT. “Exercise Your Demons! turns your space into an arcade battleground where you’re not tracking reps – you’re battling demons and dodging supernatural attacks in a game that just happens to get your heart pumping.”
Exercise Your Demons! is available now on Meta Quest 2, 3/3s, and Pro, for $19.99 USD, and supports English, Spanish (Spain), Catalan, German, French, Japanese, and Korean languages. To learn more, follow Vyersoft’s social media on X/Twitter, Bluesky and Facebook, or visit the company website.
About Vyersoft
VYERSOFT LLC. is a new publisher made up of game industry veterans who have worked on titles such as 2064: Read Only Memories, Command & Conquer, and ToeJam and Earl: Back in the Groove! The team believes in bringing new unique gaming experiences using emerging technologies as a new, innovative medium.
