In a new collaboration, Hunt: Showdown 1896 partners with Fun World to bring Ghost Face® to the supernatural world of Hunt… just in time for Halloween

FRANKFURT, Germany – Oct. 21, 2024 – Hunt: Showdown 1896 has partnered with Fun World to introduce Ghost Face® to the gunslinging world of Hunt. The “Ghost Face® Rampage” DLC includes one Hunter (Ghost Face®), two weapons – the Hush (Frontier 73C Silencer) and Whisper (a Bornheim No. 3 Silencer), and a tool – Life Taker (a knife). The included weapons are silent, offering players an edge in fast-paced, close-quarters combat, which Hunt is famous for.

“Ghost Face® Rampage” retails at $9.99/€9.99 and will be available on Steam, Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 on October 24.

The character was designed to fit into the 19^th century world which Hunt takes place in. This is a unique take on Ghost Face® with a never-before-seen design. Stefan Heinrich, Lead Art Director for Hunt, comments further:

“The character design was interesting to work on as it had to fit into the gritty, dark corners of the 1890s setting that Hunt is famous for. For example, the iconic mask is now a hand-carved wooded mask, weathered and cracked, a tattered, battle-worn duster replaces the robe, and to complete the look, leather holsters and gear have been added, giving him the tools of a 19th century Hunter while maintaining his iconic style. We hope Ghost Face® & Hunt fans enjoy the new DLC as much as we enjoyed designing it.”

This is a first horror collaboration for Hunt: Showdown 1896 and the perfect accompaniment as the game moves into celebrating the spooky season with its Harvest of Ghosts in-game event, going on now until Nov. 25, 2024.

Purchase the “Ghost Face® Rampage” DLC October 24 and dominate the shadows during Hunt: Showdown 1896‘s newest Halloween event!

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About Hunt: Showdown 1896

Hunt: Showdown 1896 is the new era of the competitive first-person bounty hunting game, packing the thrill of survival and the reward of profit into a horror match-based format. Set in Colorado in 1896, the game boasts a mixture of PvP and PvE elements that create a uniquely tense experience. It’s not just the monsters who are a threat—it’s every Hunter on the map. In the classic Bounty Hunt game mode, a match pits 12 players—playing solo or in teams of two or three—against each other as they race to take out gruesome creatures for a Bounty they must collect and extract from the map. Hunt‘s Soul Survivor mode offers a shorter match for solo players to scavenge for weapons as they compete for a diminishing pool of Bounty. The higher the risk, the higher the reward–but a single mistake could cost you everything. Hunt: Showdown 1896 is out now on PC, PlayStation 5 and Series X|S. For more information, visit www.huntshowdown.com

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The retro gaming scribe Matt Tuttle at Clever Cat Games, in partnership with Mega Cat Studios and Video Game Sage, is hard at work penning a novel new adventure for the NES with Echoes of the Unread.

Coming to Kickstarter in Q1 of 2025, Echoes of the Unread turns the page to a fantastical chapter of 8-bit adventure. Step into the shoes of Rhapsody, a young girl who, after falling asleep while studying for exams, awakens to find she’s been trapped in the library by the magician Odele, who is angry and alone because her book never gets checked out from the library. The bitter magician schemes to obtain a magic quill from the library that can change her book and set her free. However, Odele’s freedom comes with a price, as doing so will trap Rhapsody within the Unread Book for all eternity!

Thankfully, Rhapsody’s no mere damsel in distress. By using the power of song, she can defend herself from Odele’s minions and solve puzzles as she explores an assortment of unique worlds inspired by different genres of literature. From a graveyard filled with ghastly ghosts and ghouls in the horror realm to a Western world packed with gunslingers and excitement, Rhapsody will need to raise her voice and test her wits if she wants to overcome the obstacles in her path and find her way back home.

Clever Cat Games’ Echoes of the Unread promises to deliver a pixelated page-turner packed cover-to-cover with excitement. So don’t catch a late fee. Be sure to check out Echoes of the Unread on Kickstarter to ensure you don’t miss out on this unique addition to the NES library.

Those interested in experiencing this new chapter of 8-bit adventure can follow the Echoes of the Unread Kickstarter page. 

Key Features:

• Explore the realms of Horror, Sci-Fi, Western, Romance, and more as you work to gather pages and free yourself from Odele’s clutches
• Use the power of song to defeat enemies and solve puzzles
• Choose your own adventure with multiple endings to uncover
• Test your skills against a variety of bosses ranging from giant squid to fearsome phantoms

About Mega Cat Studios:

Founded in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Mega Cat Studios strives to deliver unforgettable experiences for gamers of all generations. With our hearts firmly planted somewhere in the 1990s and gazes set on the future, our team combines a passion for crafting new retro classics with an unwavering commitment to delivering compelling current-gen content.

Imagine if Nintendo had secretly made GTA for kids and then tried to cover it up. Yep, that’s it!

Edinburgh, Scotland – October 21st, 2024 – Firestoke and Usual Suspects are excited to announce that their off-the-wall, third-person open world simulation, It’s Only Money, is now out of Early Access for it’s full 1.0 release with a 30% launch discount! It’s Only Money sees you take on the role of an Undercity resident, cast down by the newly elected evil mayor into the sewers and subways. Your goal is to venture to the surface, along, or with up to three other players via online co-op, to steal, fight, destroy and, ultimately, take down the corporations owned by the Mayor’s corrupt cohorts.

Win back the city block by block as you buy houses, businesses, clothes and cars. Every house you buy brings more people back from the Undercity to the surface, allowing you to customise their living spaces for gameplay buffs and unique items. Invest in properties like the landlord you’ve always wanted to be. Become the 1%, profit off the land and contribute nothing to society! Concentration of wealth? Sounds like a poor people problem.

Rockhaven is your playground. Pickpocket the wealthy, steal cars for a wild joyride, or jack a UFO and take it for a spin! Test your combat skills with new moves available at the Dojo, or take on the Mayor’s inner circle in epic Takeover missions, including boss fights against his lieutenants. Join with up to 3 other friends (or randoms) to steal together, fight together, complete missions together or just hang out in a club and gamble.

Enjoying rave reviews on Steam during its Early Access phase, It’s Only Money has steadily been adding new features like  epic ‘Takeover’ missions, minimum-wage-earning side-hustles minigames and Metro Dungeon – a roguelite combat experience. With the 1.0 release, It’s Only Money gets even better, with the addition of expanded player upgrades, new missions, enhanced vehicle systems. Enjoy the ride, cause chaos, and, most importantly, reclaim what’s yours. 

“We’re really excited to release It’s Only Money today,” said Aaron Alexander, Co-Founder of Usual Suspects. “Thank you to everyone who has visited Rockhaven during the game’s Early Access period, given us great reviews and feedback and helped make the game better building to this 1.0 release. We’re looking forward to the population of Rockhaven booming!”

About Usual Suspects

Usual Suspects was founded in 2020 by Aaron Alexander & Jayde Cohen. They had no ambition to run a real company, but very quickly found investment and other opportunities after they had quickly developed an open world prototype in Unreal Engine. Being mature and wise businessmen, they decided the best thing to spend their money on was hiring multiple friends full time to help flesh out the project into a real game. Against all conventional wisdom and sensible business practices, somehow It’s Only Money was successfully developed and released to the world. Despite an admittedly “rough” exterior, the developers at Usual Suspects have a combined 35 years of experience in the games industry, shipping titles from the indie level all the way up to AAA at various studios.

About Firestoke

Firestoke’s vision is to connect a growing global audience of players with the games they love. They are driven by creative inspiration, but informed by data, enabling them to bring players the best indie games from the brightest development talent. They love games that bring people together, that can be shared with friends and family and which spark joy!

Collectively, they have contributed to numerous global hits including some of the industry’s biggest and most loved brands. Their extensive experience in video game development, technology and publishing enables them to offer collaborative partnerships that make a difference.

Additional Development Time Ensures A More Accessible, Polished And Enjoyable Experience For All Players

Oberhaching, Germany, October 21st 2024 –  Developer Don VS Dodo and publisher Toplitz Productions today announced that their real-time economic strategy simulation game Industry Giant 4.0. has a revised release date of November 15th.

The new date will give time for developer Don vs Dodo to implement some much needed adjustments and player focused enhancements which were based on player feedback during Steam next Fest. 

“While the core mechanics of the game have received very positive feedback, we wanted some additional time to address some player concerns regarding accessibility and the complexity of the menu systems and the onboarding tutorial. We are sorry about the delay but we feel that additional time to adjust some of these aspects will help deliver the best possible experience for players, and that matters most to us.” Said Matthias Lutz, Don vs Dodo Co-Founder and Producer.

While this may be a disappointment for some players, the ultimate goal to extend development has primarily been made to ensure that essential features and functionalities are intuitive and user friendly, both for seasoned business sim players but also for new players as well.

Business sim fans and budding industry tycoons can fully explore their entrepreneurial side on November 15th when Industry Giant 4.0 brings the world of business and big industries to PC.

Players interested in wishlisting the game or finding out more details on the game should visit the games official Steam page here. 

About Don VS Dodo

Munich-based Don VS Dodo is a small studio with a core focus on developing video games. For their games, the most important ingredient is their passion and teamwork. Together with elegant game design and on time and in budget delivery they know that only a polished game is a good game. By prioritizing quality over quantity, they have helped deliver great projects. Focusing on multiplayer and co-op games Don VS Dodo strives to bring together friends and family to play together. Be it as couch co-op or through online play, Don and Dodo want players to enjoy their games together.

About Toplitz Productions

The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with “heart & soul” for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.

BeardedBrothers.Games are delaying the Early Access release of Underground Garage until November 7th. The team decided it was necessary to pump the brakes for their Need For Speed meets Car Mechanic Simulator blend of car customisation and racing to spend more time under the hood before the release. While Underground Garage will of course enjoy improvements during its Early Access period, BearderBros nonetheless want to ensure that the game starts off on the right foot and the team is primed to respond to community feedback on release, hence the need for the delay.

Underground Garage lets you delve deep under the hood to tweak every conceivable aspect of your car, give it a custom paint job and then take it out into an open world to complete story quests, take on challenges and test it against your friends. Players who want to try the game out before it launches can head to Steam and download the recently released demo.

After a gang tied to illegal racing and smuggling leads to the garage owner missing, it’s up to you and your colleague Deb to restore the garage and solve the mystery. Unlock new tools and workstations as the story progresses and you upgrade your garage. With the new tools at your disposal, you can purchase rundown cars and parts from the junkyard and go to work to restore them to their former glory. 

New platforms, new games, and new updates made for a busy September at Antstream HQ. 

London, 21st october: As Summer gives way to Autumn, Antstream Arcade – the world’s leading retro gaming platform – continues to add titles to their extensive library of classic games for players to enjoy as the nights draw in. All while launching for the first time on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, and offering a free trial to players on Apple iOS.

The biggest news from September was the launch on PlayStation, giving retro gaming fans yet another way to play their favourite old-school classics. The launch has proven a popular addition and extended Antstream’s vision of allowing players to enjoy their games anywhere, anytime. September also saw a constant stream of titles being added to the extensive Antstream library each week, giving players something new to discover and enjoy.

To celebrate the Playstation launch at the start of the month, Antstream has brought some great PS1 titles to the platform alongside a selection of iconic games from other retro platforms: 

Worms Armageddon (PS1): Worms Armageddon was launched originally for Microsoft Windows machines in 1999 by Team17 and was the third instalment in the hugely popular Worms series. In this 2D turn-based game, players control a team of up to eight earthworms with the goal of wiping out the opposition with a wide array of different weapons and tools in a destructible environment.

Motor Mash (PS1): Motor Mash is a top-down cartoon racer from Eutechnyx that was originally released in 1997 for PlayStation. Players choose from a selection of different cars and drivers before racing against opponents over six worlds, each with eight courses.

Risky Woods (Mega Drive): Risky Woods, known as Jashin Draxos in Japan, is a side-scrolling platformer released by Electronic Arts in 1992. In Risky Woods the player will take on the role of Rohan, who is charged with ancient monks that have been frozen in stone by Draxos and his minions.

Wonder Planet (Arcade): Released to arcades by Data East in 1987, Wonder Planet is a vertically-scrolling shoot ’em up that stood out from the crowd with its bright colours and cartoon-style visuals.

Lode Runner II: The Bungeling Strikes Back (Arcade): Released to arcade by IREM in 1984, this sequel contains 30 levels and has the player avoiding or trapping enemies while collecting gold to complete the level and move onto the next.

Saboteur! Remastered (ZX Spectrum): Saboteur! was originally released on various home computers in 1985 by Clive Townsend and became something of a legend. Saboteur! Remastered takes the original game and imagines it had been developed with modern technology, resulting in a faster and more optimised game with additional graphics and new features. Infiltrate the warehouse and steal the floppy disc before time runs out.

Lode Runner III: The Golden Labyrinth (Arcade): The second Lode Runner game of the month, IREM’s Lode Runner III: The Golden Labyrinth came to the arcade in 1985. Again containing 30 levels taken from the original 1983 Lode Runner, players will continue to trap enemies and collect gold.

Super JetPak DX (GameBoy Color): The first GameBoy Color game to arrive on Antstream Arcade, Super JetPak DX is a modern re-imagining of the classic 1983 JetPac. In this single-screen platform shooter, help your astronaut repair and fuel their ship to blast off to the next level, all while avoiding pesky aliens.

“September has been an amazing month for Antstream and for our retro-loving players. The Launch on PlayStation was a big milestone for the service and introduced many new gamers to the continually-growing library of great retro titles. September’s new additions offer a great range of gameplay across several different genres and prove that there is always something new to discover and enjoy on Antstream Arcade.” – Steve Cottam, CEO of Antstream.

Heading into the spooky month of October, Antstream Arcade continues to add new games each week and is available from £32.99*, giving the player unrestricted access to all 1300+ games and all tournaments, challenges and more for an entire year. For a limited time, players can also purchase the lifetime subscription for a one-off payment from 72.99*. *Local currencies apply.

Antstream Arcade is the world’s largest officially licensed retro game platform, featuring more than 1300 games available to stream. The extensive and impressive catalogue includes titles from the early systems like the Atari 2600 and Commodore 64, to Arcade classics and games from SNES, Megadrive, and PlayStation One, and even features newly developed arcade games. Tournaments and challenges mean that these classic games can be played in new ways, allowing players to compete with the active community. With the gaming service accessible on a multitude of devices, including PC, mobile, Xbox, PlayStation and more, Antstream ensures you can enjoy gaming anytime, anywhere!

Create a lasting legacy in feudal Japan’s tumultuous past in singleplayer and co-op multiplayer adventures, PC Version 1.0 launch imminent

Oberhaching, Germany, October  21st, 2024 –  Developer Superkami and publisher Toplitz Productions are excited to announce that their multi genre open-world village builder, life simulation and survival game Sengoku Dynasty will leave Steam early access on November 7th.

Having recently announced its intention to bring the exciting world of feudal Japan to consoles in 2025, Sengoku Dynasty is now in the final stages of preparation for its full version 1.0 launch for PC. 

During its time in early access Sengoku Dynasty has gone from strength to strength with several defining content updates that have added considerable scope and depth that has enhanced the overall player experience to present players with perhaps the most authentic multi-genre open-world game set in feudal Japan.

In the last fourteen months Sengoku Dynasty has introduced a variety of player focused refinements including an improved production system, improved character progression, a new tactical block- counter- and evade combat prototype inspired by the soulsborne series of games,’ not to mention fences and roads, a happiness system and dynasty storage system along with enhancing the games UI and much more.

The latest defining feature, the Daimyō System, introduces a strategic layer to Sengoku Dynasty, allowing players to liberate regions dominated by hostile factions. By defeating enemies and restoring infrastructure, players secure access to rare resources and unlock unique technologies, propelling their dynasty forward. This system offers deeper immersion into feudal Japan’s constant territorial struggles, providing players with dynamic regional control. While combat and conquest enhance progression, players still have the option to focus purely on story and settlement-building, ensuring the experience remains tailored to their preferred playstyle.

Matthias Wünsche, CEO Toplitz Productions GmbH: “With Sengoku Dynasty, the team at Superkami has truly embraced player feedback since entering Early Access, creating one of the most unique and immersive experiences for crafting a legacy in 16th-century Japan. They’ve delivered a world where players can forge their own path, blending history, adventure, and community-driven gameplay in a way that stands out in the genre.”

Sengoku Dynasty prides itself with providing a  unique insight into Japanese social structure, craftsmanship and economy and delivers a rich blend of survival, crafting and exploration. All of this is achievable for players on their own or with up to 3 companions in the game’s co-op mode. 

For more details on Sengoku Dynasty players can visit the games official Steam page here.

About Superkami

Superkami is a studio with one mission – to let talented people make the best games they can.  As an agile, fully remote studio with a team all over the world  consisting of experienced veterans and ambitious newcomers they seek to bring unique content to a whole new audience through their innovation and style. Their first announced title is Sengoku Dynasty – an open-world survival builder set in the beautiful world of medieval Japan.

About Toplitz Productions:

The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with “heart & soul” for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.

Get hands-on with Playtonic Friends’ cozy cowboy adventure life sim. Not at the show? Then download the Open Beta demo starting October 25! 

Burton-on-Trent, UK –  21st October 2024. Publisher Playtonic Friends and developer Castle Pixel are thrilled to be heading to EGX 2024 at ExCel, London, from 25 – 27 October with the first-ever hands-on for their upcoming cozy cowboy life-sim adventure Cattle Country. Gamers moseying on down to London for the show will be among the first to try out the wholesome Wild West adventure set in the pixel art prairie paradise! Head on over to Playtonic Friends’ gaming ranch located at The Farm RZ16C and try Cattle Country for yourself! 

The Playtonic Friends team will also be showcasing hands-on demos for Victory Heat Rally, Dunk Dunk and Yooka-Replaylee at the show, so don’t forget to head over to the Rezzed Zones RZ13B & RZ13C and check them out! 

“But what if I am not heading to the show!” we hear you scream. Well, fear not, partner, as the fine folks at Playtonic Games have got you covered! As the EGX show starts in London, the thigh-slapping Cattle Country PC Open Beta demo will go live on Steam! That’s right,YOU can help shape the next development steps for Cattle Country by sending valuable feedback after playing the Open Beta. If this sounds like your kind of rodeo, head over to the Cattle Country Steam page on October 25 and start your Wild West adventure. 

This Open Beta is a chance to provide your feedback on your Cattle Country experience. You’ll receive a feedback form, and be able to discuss your thoughts via our Steam Community!

Also, here’s a final friendly reminder that Cattle Country is still in early development and this Beta will not represent the final scope or performance of the final product!

In case you missed it, you can check out the previously released announcement trailer below

About Cattle Country

Here is a taste of some of the wild adventures awaiting you as you become part of this small community of settlers, and part of a story that’s as old as these hills. Welcome to Cattle Country. 

Ranchin’ and Handcraftin’ – Making your home on the range is a modern departure. From sunup to sundown, you’ll be rollin’ up your sleeves and gettin’ your hands dirty working the land and raising your cattle. Building and crafting as you go to make your own little slice of heaven under the blue skies of Cattle Country.

Swappin’ stories and settlin’ in with your neighbours – Get to know the townsfolk, hear their stories, help them out. The people here are a hardy bunch – you’ve got be to survive here. But they have hearts as warm as a hearth in the wintertime if you make the effort to stoke the flames. 

Beware of Bandits – Not everyone in Cattle Country is the warm and fuzzy type, so watch out for nefarious plots and shady characters. Protect your homestead and your community.

Rodeos to Romance – Making friends is a must in the Wilderness, relying on each other through thick and thin. But maybe you’ve got a yearnin’ for more? With 18 romanceable characters, take a chance and grab love by the reigns.

Buried Treasure – Did yer hear? There’s treasure in the mines, for those who are brave enough to look for it. From precious metals and minerals to bandit stashes. Grab your pickaxe and venture out into the thrill of prospecting.

Trackin’ game in the wild – From bunnies to bovine, there’s many a critter waiting in the woodlands for a keen adventurer. Hunting to eat or venturing out just to see all of nature’s wonders, it’s your call.

Cattle Country is developed by Castle Pixel and published by Playtonic Friends and will be released on PC via Steam. Budding buckaroos can add Cattle Country to their Steam Wishlist now and sign up for the Open Beta here.

About Playtonic Friends

The studio that brought you Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair, Playtonic launched their publishing arm, Playtonic Friends to be a helping hand to indie developers around the world. Established in February 2021 Playtonic Friends has helped bring incredible titles such as B.P.M, Demon Turf, Blossom Tales 2 and Lil Gator Game to wider audiences.

About Castle Pixel

Castle Pixel are a small creative indie dev team based in the US and Canada. They are devoted to making big new adventures inspired by the classics they grew up with! Get ready for a new experience from the team that brought you Blossom Tales and Rex Rocket.

Titles Highlighted Include ZENSHU, OKITSURA, Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, and More!

Sydney, Australia (October 21, 2024) – Last Saturday, Crunchyroll held its Industry Panel at New York Comic Con at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City.

Crunchyroll announced several titles coming soon to its streaming service around the world. Those titles included the following:

• Based on the manga “The Dialect of the Girl I Fell in Love With in Okinawa is Too Difficult to Deal With” created by Egumi Sora, the coming-of-age slice of romance anime, OKITSURA: Fell in Love with an Okinawan Girl, but I Just Wish I Know What She’s Saying, is set to stream on Crunchyroll this January 2025. The latest trailer for the upcoming anime series was shown at NYCC. The series is written and directed by Shin Itagaki (So I’m a Spider, So What?) and Shingo Tanabe (I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in The Real World, Too), with animation by studio Millepensee (I Got a Cheat Skill in Another World and Became Unrivaled in The Real World, Too).
  • Synopsis: Teruaki Nakamura recently transferred to school in Okinawa from Tokyo and fell in love with a girl. Unfortunately, he can’t understand her dialect! With the help of his new friend Higa-san, Nakamura will experience a cross-cultural romance on the southern island.

• The upcoming anime adaptation for Go For It, Nakamura-kun!, based on the manga of the same name by Syundei, will be coming soon in 2025 to Crunchyroll. The first trailer and key visual for the high school romance series made their world premiere debut at NYCC. It was also revealed that the director, script writer, and character designer will be Aoi Umeki (Pop Team Epic). The animation will be produced by studio Drive (KONOSUBA: An Explosion on This Wonderful World!; To Your Eternity Season 2)
  • Manga Synopsis via Seven Seas: Nakamura is a shy boy who falls in love at first sight with one of his classmates–his dreamy high school classmate, Hirose. But there’s a problem: they haven’t met yet. And Nakamura is a total klutz who might bungle things before they even begin!

• From author Nazuna Miki, light novel illustrator Kabocha, and manga illustrator Rio Akisaki comes the anime adaptation of I’m a Noble on the Brink of Ruin, So I Might as Well Try Mastering Magic,which was announced to arrive on Crunchyroll in January 2025 along with a trailer. The series is directed by Kenichi Ishikura (Sakura Trick) and the series composition is written by Tatsuya Takahashi (The Faraway Paladin). The animation is being produced by Studio DEEN (2001’s Fruits Basket; Sasaki and Miyano; KONOSUBA -God’s blessing on this wonderful world!) and Marvy Jack (Spice and Wolf II).
  • Synopsis: While innocently enjoying himself after work, one man’s life changes forever. He wakes in the body of Liam Hamilton, the youngest son of a noble house on the brink of collapse. Amid the chaos, Liam realizes he finally has time to learn and practice magic. Once he begins, it takes his life for an even bigger turn. Can Liam master magic and save his noble family? The aristocratic fantasy begins!

• Additionally, following the thrilling conclusion of HIGH CARD Season 2, it was confirmed that HIGH CARD Special Episode “THE FLOWERS BLOOM” will be coming to Crunchyroll on November 6. The animation is produced by TMS Entertainment (2019’s Fruits Basket; Yowamushi Pedal; Kamisama Kiss).
  • Synopsis: After discovering X-Playing Cards, powerful cards that grant powers, pickpocket Finn is recruited by High Card, a secret group sworn to protect and collect them. This deck has been scattered throughout the kingdom of Fourland. Moonlighting at luxury carmaker Pinochle, this squad’s set out to play the most dangerous game of 52 pickup. But they gotta get them before rival carmaker Who’s Who!

Along with the exciting new lineup of titles coming to Crunchyroll, an all-new trailer for ZENSHU made its world premiere debut during the Industry Panel. Animated by MAPPA, who is best known for JUJUTSU KAISEN, Chainsaw Man, Attack on Titan Final Season, and the remake of Ranma ½, the original anime series ZENSHU will be premiering in January 2025 on Crunchyroll. It is directed by Mitsue Yamazaki (Sleepy Princess in the Demon Castle; How Heavy Are the Dumbbells You Lift?) with a script written by Kimiko Ueno (Delicious in Dungeon; 2024’s Ranma ½).

• Synopsis: After graduating from high school, Natsuko Hirose starts her career as an animator. Her talent quickly flourishes, and she makes her debut as a director in no time. Her first anime becomes a massive hit, sparking a social phenomenon and earning her recognition as an up-and-coming genius director. Her next project is set to be a romantic comedy movie themed around first love! However, having never been in love herself, Natsuko struggles to understand the concept of first love, and as a result, she’s unable to create the storyboard, causing the movie production to come to a standstill.

An all-new trailer for Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE, the final season of the beloved franchise, was shown to fans in the audience for a tease of the upcoming first cour. Based on the incredibly inspiring manga written by Riichiro Inagaki (TRILLION GAME) and illustrated by Boichi (Trigun: The Lost Plant), Dr. STONE SCIENCE FUTURE will be coming January 2025 to Crunchyroll. The final season is directed by Shuhei Matsushita (Dr. STONE NEW WORLD). The animation is also produced by TMS Entertainment.

• Series Synopsis: Several thousand years after a mysterious phenomenon that turns all of humanity to stone, the extraordinarily intelligent, science-driven boy, Senku Ishigami, awakens. Facing a world of stone and the total collapse of civilization, Senku makes up his mind to use science to rebuild the world. Starting with his super strong childhood friend Taiju Oki, who awakened at the same time, they will begin to rebuild civilization from nothing… Depicting two million years of scientific history from the Stone Age to present day, the unprecedented crafting adventure story is about to begin!

Crunchyroll also announced launch windows for two Crunchyroll Game Vault titles—a free library of mobile games for Mega and Ultimate Fans. Cyberpunk visual novel PSYCHO-PASS: Mandatory Happiness and creature collecting life-sim Moonstone Island will launch this October and November, respectively.

• PSYCHO-PASS: Mandatory Happiness Synopsis: In a world where psychological states can be quantified, every choice has consequences. Can detectives Nadeshiko Kugatachi and Takuma Tsurugi remain on the path of justice as they face the ugly truths of humanity?
• Moonstone Island Synopsis: A creature-collecting life-sim set in an open world with 100 islands to explore. Make friends, brew potions, collect Spirits, and test your strength in card-based encounters to complete your Alchemy training!

Fans at NYCC also got an exclusive first look at the latest trailer and behind-the-scenes footage of My Hero Academia: Battleground by Gamefam Studios, the first official anime game on Roblox, set to launch soon. Players will be able to explore iconic environments, battle as their favorite characters, and go beyond – Plus Ultra! – in this action-packed adventure inspired by the hit anime series. All episodes of My Hero Academia are available to stream on Crunchyroll.

• Series Synopsis: Izuku has dreamt of being a hero all his life—a lofty goal for anyone, but especially challenging for a kid with no superpowers. That’s right, in a world where eighty percent of the population has some kind of super-powered “quirk,” Izuku was unlucky enough to be born completely normal. But that’s not enough to stop him from enrolling in one of the world’s most prestigious hero academies.

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.