World of Warcraft Classic’s progression journey continues into the southern continent of Pandaria! Launching later this year, Mists of Pandaria Classic invites players to return to a beloved expansion and era of WoW’s history.
To excite players for the upcoming expansion coming to WoW Classic progression servers, three new optional bundles and services are available in the Battle.net shop:
Sha-Infused Heroic Pack, which includes:
Sha-Warped Cloud Serpent (Flying Mount)
Sha-Warped Riding Tiger (Ground Mount)
Merriment Pet for Modern WoW Players/Joyous Pet for WoW Classic Players
Items named “Sha-Warped” are available for modern WoW players while WoW Classic players will receive an equivalent item named “Sha-Touched”
Sha-Infused Epic Pack, which includes:
All Heroic Pack Items
Level 85 Character Boost (Not available for new Pandaren characters but is available for new non-Pandaren monk class characters)
30 Days of Game Time
Standalone Level 85 Character Boost (Not available for new Pandaren characters but is available for new non-Pandaren monk class characters)
Both modern and classic transmog ensembles included with a purchase of a bundle will be available later this year when the expansion launches. All other respective items are immediately available. For more information about Mists of Pandaria Classic, including regional pricing for the upgrade bundles, please visit the World of Warcraft website.
Exchange blows, eliminate threats, and evolve with cybernetics ahead of the Q2 2025 launch
21, Feb. 2025 –KIBORG, the fast-paced action rogue-lite with brutal, cybernetic-enhanced combat from developer Sobaka Studio, jacks into Steam Next Fest to enhance the event with a new demo showcasing the revamped gameplay structure, available now.
Crush skulls with cybernetic implants and power-enhancing augmentations as Morgan Lee in hopes of winning a twisted game show with a tantalizing prize: freedom from a 1300-year prison sentence. Not even death grants respite the warden uses advanced resuscitation technology to ensure all inmates serve their time in full. The only way out is through bloody, brutal ascension on “The Last Ticket.”
Thankfully, Morgan has some help from futuristic cybernetic implants and power-enhancing augmentations. Punish contestants with robotic arms, shock and vaporize foes with advanced weaponry, or just use good old fashioned melee strikes to punch off the enemy’s torso. Each new level of the prison tower brings new foes…and new ways to defeat them.
Experiment with hundreds of combinations to discover deadly synergies to deviate from the norm and devastate foes with monstrous mutations no human should ever bear. Become an unkillable hybrid of man and machine, and deliver death to anyone and everything blocking the way to freedom.
The KIBORG demo represents the first look at the brand new structure for the game, inspired by the now-delisted KIBORG: Arena prologue from Q3 2024. After fan feedback, Sobaka Studio decided to revamp the full game, taking the heart-pounding wave-based action and tower ascent of the prologue and building it out into a full experience.
“We originally had incredibly different plans for KIBORG, but everyone loved the idea of climbing and escaping a prison tower, so we thought…why not make that the whole game?” said Dmitry Kachkov, Head of Sobaka Studio. “And if you miss KIBORG: Arena, don’t worry – we’re putting the content from the prologue in the full game when it launches in Q2 2025!”
Play KIBORG’s Steam Next Fest demo available starting today, ahead of the Q2 2025 launch on Steam, PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One, with support for English, Traditional and Simplified Chinese, Russian, Japanese, and Korean language text.
Sobaka Studio is an indie game developer. Previously released titles include top-down shooter Redeemer and 9 Monkeys of Shaolin – two beat’em ups with epic combat. They are currently working on the twin-stick shooter REMEDIUM available now in Early Access and time survival game REMEDIUM: Sentinels, which both share one grim post-apocalyptic Renaissance setting. Their next title is KIBORG, the rogue-lite with brutal, cybernetic-enhanced combat.
The brand-new Vapid Uranus LozSpeed classic sportscar is now available to purchase from Southern San Andreas Super Autos.
Also this week and just in time for Carnival, players who log into GTA Online and open a bottle of champagne at any bar will earn a variety of festive clothing.
Full details from this week’s update include:
New Vehicle: The Vapid Uranus LozSpeed (Sports Classic), available now from Southern San Andreas Super Autos
Carnival Gifts:
Play GTA Online anytime through March 3 to receive the Carnival Feather Shirt and Shorts for men and the Carnival Feather Dress and the Carnival Sun Dress for women
The Carnival Neck Gaiter for uncorking a bottle of champagne at any bar
Triple GTA$ and RP on Trevor and Ron Contact Missions, and the returning Motor Wars
Double GTA$ and RP on G’s Cache
Weekly Challenge: Collecting 3 G’s Caches will net players an extra GTA$100,000
Premium Deluxe Motorsport Vehicles: The Vapid Bullet (Super), Albany Hermes (Muscle, 30% off), Weeny Dynasty (Sports Classic, 30% off), Invetero Coquette (Sports), and the Nagasaki Hot Rod Blazer (Off-Road)
Luxury Autos Vehicles: The Enus Paragon S (Sports) and the Vapid Dominator FX (Muscle)
HSW Premium Test Ride: The Bravado Buffalo EVX (Muscle)
LS Car Meet Prize Ride: Place Top 5 in the LS Car Meet Series for three days in a row to win the Nagasaki Outlaw (Off-Road, 30% off)
LS Car Meet Test Rides: The Emperor ETR1 (Super), Lampadati Furore GT (Sports), and the Coil Brawler (Off-Road)
Lucky Wheel Top Prize: The Albany Cavalcade XL
Gun Van Discounts: 30% off the Railgun and the Precision Rifle (for GTA+ Members)
GTA+ Benefits: A free Vapid FMJ (Super) at The Vinewood Car Club, along with the Honkers Tie Dye Hoodie and Hat, access to a selection of Rockstar Games titles, and more
On March 4, Grand Theft Auto V on PC will receive a free upgrade featuring enhancements previously only available to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S players – including new vehicles and performance upgrades available at Hao’s Special Works, animal encounters, improved graphics options, faster loading times, and much more.
All players who currently own GTAV on PC will be able to upgrade to this new version for free, with a one-time Character Migration flow to bring over your Story Mode and Online progress.
New Features on PC
Enjoy a range of new vehicles and upgrades atHao’s Special Works (HSW) that push automotive performance to new heights, and test your driving skills with Premium Test Rides, HSW Races, and HSW Time Trials.
Encounter Ambient Animals all across Southern San Andreas and take pictures of them to participate in the daily Wildlife Photography Challenge for new rewards.
PC players can sign up for GTA+ Membership to get special benefits in the upgraded version of GTA Online and beyond.
Track your criminal movements across all of GTA Online’s updates with the Career Progressfeature as you build your empire.
Navigate a refreshed Landing Page as your starting destination to get straight into the action. Plus, take advantage of an improved introductory flow for newer players with a GTA$4,000,000 windfall to buy property, vehicles, and other items as you start off as an Executive, Gunrunner, Nightclub Owner or Biker in the Career Builder.
Bryan, TX – 21, February 2025 –Drifters & Demons, the base-building bullet heaven roguelike from developer Quite Fresh Games and publisher Armor Games Studios, rescues survivors from devilish fiends as it gears up to launch on PC via Steam in Q3 2025.
Take up arms in a demon-infested world and fight to save humanity from wicked claws after a demonic spell unleashes monsters upon a small settlement. Rescue stray survivors and build a new life from scratch by scavenging, fighting, and even harnessing the wretched magic that has leaked through dimensional rifts into the world.
Become the Leader of a rag-tag survivor camp, build shelters, and help set up shops to support what’s left of the community. Fortify the camp’s defenses with gadgets like turrets and traps to help take down hordes of invaders. Stay alert and prepare, because as soon as the klaxon sounds, it’s time to defend the camp!
Protect the settlement from waves of undead creatures by unleashing a bullet hell frenzy. Dive into omni-directional combat, as monsters strike from every angle in this top-down shooter. Reap the benefits of rescuing more survivors as they repay the favor by gathering additional resources to strengthen the community.
Loot local resources, equipment, and weapons, then upgrade the arsenal to pack an even deadlier punch against the next wave of enemies. Gather experience gems to unlock new abilities and discover fresh ways to defeat demon-kind. Grab a pal and defend against demons in local two-player co-op, but beware: if the Leader falls in battle, then it’s back to square one in this quest to save humankind.
Drifters & Demonsreleases this summeron Windows PC via Steam. It will offer English language support.
One-man game studio based out of Sweden and founded in 2015 by rural game developer, Stefan Åhlin. For over two decades, Stefan has been active in game art and game development creating a variety of games for mobile, web, steam, freeware, etc. Having freelanced for many game studios around the world, he’s previously worked for Nitrome Games Limited and King in London, UK.
About Armor Games Studios
From its roots as a popular portal for online gaming, Armor Games Studios is a publisher that aims to work directly with and help foster talented indie developers to create unique and engaging games of all types for all platforms. For more information, visit www.armorgamesstudios.com, and follow the company on Twitter @ArmorGameStudio.
LOS ANGELES – FEBRUARY 20, 2025 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, has initiated new in-game updates including new hero additions, content extensions and events for its squad-based RPG King Arthur: Legends Rise, developed by its North American Subsidiary Kabam.
King Arthur: Legends Rise brings Empress “Charlotte” to the roster of playable characters. Charlotte is a dealer-type hero who seals the power of earth and life in her body which was once forcibly instilled by Merlin. Her skill sets that focus on AoE(Area of Effect) and DoT(Damage Over Time) can be highly utilized in the newest Item Dungeon “Sanctuary of Podarge.”
The latest dungeon addition of “Sanctuary of Podarge” is a sacred ruin hidden in the Lorraine Valley, a temple that worships Jupiter and also home to Harpies, the tribe of gods. Equipment Sets which grant set effects of Prevention, Safeguard and Ascension can be acquired through the dungeon. To commend the Sanctuary of Podage update, an event that rewards Rate Up Summon Tickets, 5★~6★ Ascension Equipment Set Chest(Rare to Legendary), Stat Change Stone and more are offered. Players can acquire such rewards by collecting points through clearing each stage of the dungeon for the first time or completing repeat missions.
Meanwhile, Season 2 for “Clan War” content that determines the strongest Clan of the season is to be initiated. Players can participate in the Clan War, complete missions and claim prodigious rewards.
King Arthur: Legends Rise is the next evolution of the crossplay squad-based RPG. Bringing a dark reimagining of the King Arthur story to life through intense combat, adventurous gameplay and best in class visuals powered by Unreal Engine 5 to PC and mobile. Joining Arthur’s quest to save Camelot from the threat of dreadful villains and the ancient gods, players will adventure across medieval Britain assembling a squad of powerful heroes. Alongside this action-packed story, players will also experience how Kabam has reimagined King Arthur’s legend into a visually stunning and vast turn-based RPG featuring both PvE and PvP gameplay.
Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling: ARISE, Seven Knights Idle Adventure, Tower of God: New World, Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com.
Get your first in-depth look at iRacing’s first standalone NASCAR video game, coming to PC & consoles later this year
CHELMSFORD, Mass. – Feb. 20, 2025 – iRacing is excited to reveal new details for NASCAR 25, NASCAR’s next flagship racing title, coming to PC and consoles this fall. Fans can watch the new developer diary video, featuring racing legend and Executive Producer Dale Earnhardt Jr., 2024 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Champion Ty Majeski, and the development team, for an inside look at the game’s all-new Career Mode.
NASCAR 25 will feature all four premier NASCAR series – the NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series, Craftsman Truck Series, and, appearing along NASCAR series in a standalone title for the first time, the ARCA Menards Series. All four series, along with real drivers from each, will feature extensively in NASCAR 25’s Career Mode, as well as in other gameplay modes such as quick races, seasons, and online multiplayer.
Career Mode will kick off in your backyard garage, where you’ll customize your vehicle before making your debut in the ARCA Menards Series and honing your skills to advance up the ranks. There’s more to a successful career than just racing – you’ll sign contracts, earn money, hire staff, expand your facilities, and make public appearances to build your reputation. Strategic choices off the track will play a pivotal role in your journey to becoming a NASCAR Cup Series champion. On the racetrack, you’ll have more interaction with your crew chief and spotter than ever before.
NASCAR 25 is the first standalone NASCAR console title produced by iRacing, the developers behind the most authentic motorsport racing simulation in the world. iRacing is bringing decades of racing expertise to NASCAR 25, including developers who worked on fan-favorite NASCAR games like NASCAR Racing 2003, NASCAR: Dirt to Daytona, and entries from the NASCAR Thunder series.
For updates on NASCAR 25 and additional iRacing products, visit www.iRacing.com.
About iRacing
The world leader in the online racing simulation and gaming market, iRacing was founded in 2003 by Dave Kaemmer, co-founder of Papyrus Design Group, and John Henry, principal owner of the Boston Red Sox and Liverpool Football Club and co-owner of Roush Fenway Racing. iRacing has developed dozens of formal partnerships in the motorsport industry to help create the most authentic racing simulation in the world, including with NASCAR, INDYCAR, the FIA, Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, and numerous other car manufacturers, tracks, and racing series. Alongside its PC simulation, iRacing also produces the official console games of NASCAR (beginning in 2025) and the World of Outlaws, as well as the fantasy off-road racing game ExoCross. Learn more at www.iRacing.com.
PARIS (Feb. 20, 2025) – Tactical Adventures, the independent French studio, is thrilled to announce adventurers can embark on a new journey as the demo for Solasta II arrives as part of Steam Next Fest from Feb. 24 to March 3. Tactical Adventures continues their community-first approach to development with the release of this demo being the first step in receiving player feedback which will see Solasta II continue to evolve as it heads towards its Early Access release for PC via Steam later this year.
In the Solasta II demo, players will venture into the fantastical continent of Neokos, where they’ll be met with its sweeping vistas and fantastical foes. Command a premade party of four heroes – a Paladin, Rogue, Sorcerer and Fighter/Cleric – and dive into the mysteries buried beneath the small village of Tor Wen. With a fully revamped UI, enhanced mechanics and deep tabletop-inspired RPG combat where every strike and spell is determined by the roll of the dice, players will engage in tactical battles and forge their path through meaningful dialogue choices where their decisions shape the adventure before them.
True to Tactical Adventures’ philosophy, the Solasta II demo offers the community an opportunity to shape the journey ahead, providing invaluable insights that will refine the game before its Early Access launch this year. Players can share their feedback here – https://www.solasta-game.com/support – and speak directly with the team via their Discord.
Tactical Adventures is an independent development studio based in Paris, founded in 2018 with a commitment to bringing the tabletop RPG experience to life on screen. Led by industry veterans, the team focuses on crafting deeply narrative-driven games within the RPG genre. Their passion for immersive storytelling led to the creation of Solasta: Crown of the Magister, a project initially brought to life through a successful Kickstarter campaign. Tactical Adventures is currently working on Solasta II, the highly anticipated sequel set to debut in Early Access for PC in 2025.
Get hands on with this charming farm shop sim next week!
Indie developer and publisher rokaplay and publisher Silver Lining Interactive invite you to join them on a cozy adventure with the launch of a Sugardew Island – Your Cozy Farm ShopPC demo during next week’s Steam Next Fest. Cozy gaming fans will have the chance to get some hands-on time with the upcoming farm shop sim and be introduced to some of the wonderful activities and game mechanics Sugardew Island has to offer when the full game launches digitally on March 7, 2025!
Sugardew Island Your Cozy Farm Shop invites you to run your own cozy farm shop, selling goods you farm on the island. Care for your animals, grow crops, gather resources and complete Harmony Tree quests to restore balance for the cute Forest Folk inhabitants.
Sugardew Island – Your Cozy Farm Shop will be released digitally for PC, PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch on March 7, 2025, with the physical release for PlayStation and NIntendo Switch on March 14 2025 with Xbox following shortly afterwards. Fans can Wishlist the game on Steam and PlayStation now! Pre-orders for the physical editions are now available here.
About rokaplay
“We make Cozy & Family Friendly games” – rokaplay GmbH, based in Darmstadt, Germany, is an indie games developer and supports other indies in realizing their dream games. Inspired by Nintendo, rokaplay offers cross-platform entertainment for all people of all ages. To them, proactive and transparent communication with their community is a crucial and indispensable part of their work.
About Silver Lining Interactive
Silver Lining Interactive is a brand new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide physically and digitally.
Brisbane, Australia, February 20th, 2025 – Game developer, The Tea Division, in association with Magic: The Gathering creator Richard Garfield, are proud to unleash their revolutionary auto battler Vanguard Exiles on Steam Early Access March 11th. A redefined take on the genre, prepare yourself for a competitive strategy gameplay experience unlike any other, offering new scenarios in each round ensuring no two turns are ever alike!
Having been referred to as “a boardgame that can’t be a boardgame”, it’s easy to see how this description fits. Imagine a tabletop strategy game where the board constantly rearranges itself with each round, with players given one of countless Squad combinations to control. Set in a fantasy post-World War I diesel punk era where magic and technology fuse, your goal is simple: conquer enough territory to end the round in victory, where your strategy and decisions on the battlefield will be all that stands between you and a glorious victory…or a crushing defeat.
In Vanguard Exiles, each Unit has its own identity, with its own distinctive look and a unique array of traits and abilities. To further this, each Squad has its own makeup, consisting of different combinations of Units and Actions. Combat happens automatically, but as mentioned earlier, this is no typical auto-battler. Strategy is key, and you’ll have to play smart, making tough tactical decisions to ensure your victory.
Vanguard Exiles offers an immense ruleset of complex mechanics, all happening under the hood, aiming to teach players the nuances of gameplay rather than intimidate them. After each round, you’re even able to see what your chances of victory were. Did you play smart and get unlucky? Or play poorly but nab victory purely by chance? Every game teaches you something new, offering unprecedented room to hone your strategy against other players, who are likely refining their own personal playstyles. The possibilities are endless!
There’s no need to wait for those wanting to play! The demo is currently available on Steam, offering a single-player mode to get you facing off against an AI opponent and familiarize yourself with the various Units and Actions available. But for those wanting the definitive gameplay experience, PvP comes to Vanguard Exiles in Early Access, launching March 11, not only giving players the option to battle it out online, but also with the addition of new Units and Actions available only in the Early Access build!
“Vanguard Exiles combines tabletop design with digital design into a unique and eclectic gameplay experience,” said Richard Garfield, game designer of Vanguard Exiles. “The variety offered by the game is exciting, and skillful play introduces all sorts of unexpected novelty. My favorite thing in game design is having an interesting space to explore – like with Magic: the Gathering and Keyforge. Like those games, Vanguard Exiles is deeply interesting, and I am delighted to share it with a broader audience!”
“I’ve been in this industry for over 25 years and worked on some major titles and franchises, yet I’ve never been as excited or confident in a project as I have with Vanguard Exiles,” said Mark Rowley from The Tea Division. “When we soft launched early playtests to get some initial feedback, we were pleasantly surprised by how captivated people were by it. New players were immediately curious about what they did to win or lose, and wanted to play more to understand the underlying strategy. It didn’t take long for players to massively improve their game and we have seen this with the single player demo since. We can’t wait to see what happens when players face off against each other in online matches with the release of Early Access. On that note, we have a dedicated Spectator Mode so players can analyze others’ strategies and learn just by watching!”
About The Tea Division The Tea Division is a remote studio based in Brisbane, gathering an assortment of passionate veterans, many of whom have worked together for decades, collectively having worked on over 100 games, spanning over 20 years of console, mobile, PC, indie and AAA video game development. A dynamic and innovative game development studio, their track record for delivering efficient solutions in a timely manner remains flawless, without ever compromising quality or service.
With extensive experience in leading/development, The Tea Division can spearhead an existing project, or become an extension of the workforce to help realise their vision. Operating as a work for hire studio, there is no shortage of expertise in executing full platform ports, embedded team solutions, full project delivery, co-development and project firefighting.
Vanguard Exiles is The Tea Division’s first self-published and fully owned title; a new style of Auto-battler designed by legendary game designer, Richard Garfield.
