Close the program and return to 2011. GCORES Publishing is thrilled to announce that S4U: CITYPUNK 2011 AND LOVE PUNCH, a single-player visual novel by U0U Games, will participate in Steam Next Fest starting on October 14, 2024. This unique narrative-driven game takes players back to 2011 Castor Yard, where they’ll navigate the complex world of young adulthood, typing their way through meaningful decisions that impact both themselves and their clients.

In S4U: CITYPUNK 2011 AND LOVE PUNCH, players step into the shoes of Miki, a part-time online personality who balances relationships, work, and personal growth. The game offers a modern adventure that explores themes of love, identity, and a digital persona, allowing players to make choices that shape their interactions with over 20 unique characters across the vibrant world of Castor Yard.

With retro-inspired pixel art and immersive keyboard mechanics, players can enjoy a blend of nostalgic visuals and thought-provoking decision-making. Alongside navigating emotional relationships, S4U: CITYPUNK 2011 AND LOVE PUNCH also encourages players to embrace the charm of everyday life—whether it’s taking a walk, playing with cats, or revisiting cherished memories.

Key Features of S4U: CITYPUNK 2011 AND LOVE PUNCH include:

• Interactive Typing Gameplay: Make impactful decisions for Miki and their clients through a set of immersive keyboard mechanics 
• Retro Pixel Art Aesthetic: Enjoy a visually striking world reminiscent of 2010s nostalgia with a unique cyberpunk flair 
• Diverse Character Relationships: Meet and interact with more than 20 unique characters, each with their own backstories and romantic potential 
• Immersive Storytelling: Balance work, love, and personal growth in a story where every decision matters

S4U: CITYPUNK 2011 AND LOVE PUNCH’s demo is currently available on PC via Steam. To stay up to date with GCORES Publishing and U0U Games, follow the game on the official website, or join the community on Discord. 

LONDON, UK – October 8, 2024 – Will your civilization survive These Doomed Isles? Become a powerful god, create a new world and defend your followers from raiders, natural disasters and mythical monstrosities in These Doomed Isles, a strategic roguelike city building game leaving Steam Early Access and launching into 1.0 on October 30th.

Following an Early Access period that introduced a new playable god, new buildings, balancing tweaks, and quality of life improvements, These Doomed Isles’ 1.0 update on October 30th will introduce an all-new Campaign Mode, featuring unique missions for each of the game’s four playable gods.

Play through the game’s campaign as Cernunnos, the Celtic god of nature; Plutus, the Greek god of wealth; Acan, the Mayan god of wine; and Inari, the Japanese God of Rice and Prosperity, in scenarios showcasing their powers and abilities, while delving deeper into the lore of These Doomed Isles.

Discover the new Challenge Mode – a new and improved version of These Doomed Isles’ current Ascension Mode – and unleash your might through a series of increasingly difficult challenges, earning Miracle Credits to unlock new cards and improve your civilization’s chances of survival on future runs. Other additions coming at 1.0 include bug and stability fixes, and an enhanced user interface, allowing for an improved experience while building your godly deck.

Available now on Steam Early Access, These Doomed Isles is a roguelike survival city builder where players must forge new lands, build settlements, and lead their civilization to victory in strategic run-based gameplay. Craft your deck of cards to discover powerful combinations capable of bringing your followers bountiful harvests or raining devastation down upon your enemies, in a quest to keep your survivors thriving.

These Doomed Isles launches into 1.0 on Steam on October 30th.

About Triplevision Games

Triplevision Games Limited is a tiny gamedev studio with big ideas. We’re focused on creating games with character that push classic genres in new directions.

About Fireshine Games 

Fireshine Games is a global publisher of digital and physical video games based in London, England, with a focus on finding fun and bringing innovative indie gems to players around the world. Originally established in 2014, Fireshine Games has built a portfolio of digital titles and indie sensations, including award-winning titles Core Keeper and Shadows of Doubt, while partnering with studio giants to bring digital hits to physical release, including Lies of P from Neowiz, Balatro from Playstack, and Planet Zoo: Console Edition from Frontier Developments. Fireshine Games is part of the EG7 group of companies.

• Royal Revolt Warriors takes players into fast-paced, top-down roguelike action, featuring intense, survivor-driven combat. Play solo or with friends, battling relentless enemies to protect the kingdom!
• A new demo is now available on Steam, offering a taste of the mayhem and action ahead. 
• Check out the new trailer!

Frankfurt/Main, Germany, October 8, 2024 | Upright Games is thrilled to bring the beloved heroes from the Royal Revolt series back into action-packed battles with the upcoming roguelite Royal Revolt Warriors, starting with the release of a new demo, now available on Steam.

After the great success of the first demo version, Upright Games is following up with an expanded version packed with many new features. Players can look forward to more heroes, additional levels, and a whole host of new features that make the combat in the kingdom and beyond even more exciting and varied.

The new trailer offers a preview of what players can expect in Royal Revolt Warriors:

Features of the Expanded Demo Version:

• Co-op Mode for Two Players: The perfect opportunity to experience daring adventures together!
• Fearless Heroes: Choose from a roster of unique characters, including the now-grown King, wielding his mighty sword, and the Advisor, equipped with her powerful boomerang. Umberto and the mysterious Cultist also join the fray, each with distinct playstyles and special abilities that cater to every strategy. 
• Three Diverse Environments: Embark on an epic journey through the Royal Forest, battle across the scorching Desert Canyon, and brave the harsh conditions of the Glacial Northland. Each setting offers dynamic challenges, unique enemies, and stunning visuals. 
• Revamped Combat: Unlock powerful new upgrades for your heroes and weapons, level up through a new difficulty curve, and face off against two reimagined boss fights that will test your tactical mastery. 

Royal Revolt Warriors is also part of Steam Next Fest, starting on October 14. Players can get a head start by diving into the action now with the release of the extensive demo, where you must defend your realm and fend off an invasion of evil forces!

For the latest updates, visit the official website.

About Upright Games

Upright Games is a team of experienced video game developers who use their passion to create outstanding gaming experiences. Upright Games builds long lasting, fun and engaging games because they value the time of the players. While doing that, it is important to them that they also enjoy the process of making video games – ‘cause after all, that’s what they’re here for!

Take a look at DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO’s opening movie and join the battle starting today as the early access for the game is now available for owners of the Deluxe and Ultimate Edition.

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO, marks the comeback of the legendary Budokai Tenkaichi franchise after more than 15 years. Powered by the latest generation of consoles the game pushes the limits with gravity-defying 360 degrees fast paced battles in environment that are fully destructible with changing conditions. With its 182 characters roster the game offers the largest roster in a Dragon Ball Budokai Tenkaichi game letting players incarnate their favourite characters unleashing their powerful and spectacular attacks.

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO’s full release isset to 11 October 2024 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC. Pre-orders of the game also received a new playable character, Goku (Mini) from the upcoming DRAGON BALL DAIMA anime.

For more information about DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO and other titles from Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Instagram. Join the conversation on X.

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Leamington Spa, UK – October 8,2024 – Leading UK games publisher Kwalee and independent developer Clock Out Games are pleased to announce the release date for the upcoming co-op puzzle game In Sink. This stylised adventure game is coming to PC via Steam on November 12, 2024.

In Sink features 8 engaging levels, vibrant cartoony visuals and language-free puzzle design, and its prologue has been downloaded over two million times on Steam. An updated demo is available on Steam now for players to test their escape room skills ahead of the game’s launch.

Players can dive into In Sink with a friend, where being shipwrecked is just the beginning of a cooperative adventure. On this strange island, you’ll jump through portals to puzzling places, each with its own quirks and unique theme. In Sink offers 8 engaging levels, and as you leap from place to place together, you’ll begin to uncover the island’s mysteries. Together, you’ll need to think outside the box—and then escape from it.

In Sink is coming to PC via Steam on November 12, 2024

Wishlist the game on Steam and download the demo 

About In Sink

The path to freedom is full of portals! Your journey will take you through a hidden pirate ship, a mysterious art museum, a train that defies the laws of physics, and many more mind-bending settings stuffed with puzzles and challenges.

Progress through puzzles with language-less elements like shapes, signs, colours, and numbers, all designed to be colour-blind friendly. Turn wheels, flip levers, use scales, and press buttons and pressure plates to solve unique conundrums with your partner.

It’s crucial to stay ‘in sink’ with your partner! You’ll need to act as each other’s eyes and ears to solve puzzles and find a way out.

Features: 

• Eight engaging levels
• Vibrant cartoony visuals
• Language-free puzzle design
• Simple and accessible controls
• Two player co-op gameplay 
• Dynamic hint system helps without spoiling solutions

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 and ROBOBEAT along with upcoming titles The Precinct, The Spirit of the Samurai, Voidwrought, Hordes of Hunger, In Sink 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 Clock Out Games 

Clock Out Games is an indie game studio run by two creators focusing on making games you can play with anyone from anywhere. Our current project, “In Sink”, is a language-less cartoony co-op escape room game that’s been in development since 2022.

BLEACH Rebirth of Souls, the upcoming video game based on the legendary franchise created by Tite Kubo and set to release in Early 2025 is unveiling its opening movie.

The trailer sets the mood for the game, showcasing some of the characters players will be able to incarnate and play a key role in the story, such as Ichigo Kurosaki, Yasutora Sado, and Uryu Ishida. BLEACH Rebirth of Souls offers stylish swordfights during which players can use their characters’ unique skill and transformation to gain the upper hand against their foes.

BLEACH is a very popular sword-fighting battle action comic series that ran in Shueisha’s shōnen manga magazine Weekly Shonen Jump from 2001 to 2016. The TV animation series was broadcasted from 2004 to March 2012, and a total of four movie versions have been released so far. The final chapter, Thousand-Year Blood War Arc, which features all-new character designs and more powerful characters, has been broadcasted since 2022. BLEACH has received enthusiastic support not only in Japan but also worldwide, and its popularity continues to grow.

BLEACH Rebirth of Souls is currently under development for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PC

For more information about BLEACH Rebirth of Souls and other titles from Bandai Namco Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok or join the conversation on X.

Company Also Launches DIAMOND JAM, Season Eight Featuring New Maps, Boss Battles, Seasonal Events and More

SYDNEY (Oct. 8, 2024) – FOAMSTARS™, the vibrant, online 4v4 foam party shooter from SQUARE ENIX®, is now free-to-play on PlayStation®5 (PS5®) and PlayStation®4 (PS4®). Those with or without a PlayStation®Plus subscription can now play the game for no entry charge. Players who downloaded FOAMSTARS before the free-to-play transition can continue playing with no disturbances.

Watch the launch trailer celebrating the free-to-play transition below:

Alongside the update, SQUARE ENIX launched DIAMOND JAM, the eighth seasonfor FOAMSTARS, running now until November 8.

Watch the DIAMOND JAM trailer below:

In DIAMOND JAM, new elements will be added to enhance the gameplay further, including “Diamond Chips”, which are tokens earned through playing the game, and “Diamond Trade”, allowing players to trade these chips for various items such as skins, slideboards, emotes, and more. To celebrate the start of the new season, there will be a special login bonus that allows players to obtain Diamond Chips.

Five maps will also be added to SMASH THE STAR, including Shoreline Shoppin’ Spree, Rubber Duck’s Spa-larious Oasis, Fusion Coaster Kingdom, Sing Swing Circus from RUBBER DUCK PARTY, and Dancefloor Dreamland from EXTREME PARTY’s Pitchside Homerun Party. In addition, those in the PRIVATE PARTY mode can experience four extra maps from HAPPY BATH SURVIVAL.

Additionally, players can participate in new WAVE boss battles during SQUAD MISSIONS as well as limited-time seasonal events including RANKED PARTY, where players compete to climb the ladder of one of the seven ranked glories with teams or solo and EXTREME PARTY, which features multiple events, all with special rules!

DIAMOND JAM Season Pass players will receive a foam gun skin for The Baristador, as well as slide board skins and a Ramzey character skin for free. Players can obtain XP by completing battles, missions and Weekly Challenges to advance through the season tiers and earn various rewards such as additional skins and items. Players who purchase a Premium Season Pass, will unlock even more rewards as all rewards up to each player’s current tier will be unlocked immediately.

For more information on the latest news and updates, please visit the official website and follow FOAMSTARS social media channels.

About FOAMSTARS

FOAMSTARS is a vibrant, over-the-top shooter, that is accessible to players of all skill levels. It combines the fun of partying with the thrill of combat where players blast through matches using foam to attack, build and defend. Taking control of a quirky and colorful ensemble of athletes, players are dropped into the eccentric city of Bath Vegas to compete in FOAMSMASH. Created as a casual yet competitive experience for everyone, FOAMSTARS features a combination of PvP and PvE modes for up to eight players, either as four vs. four, solo, or co-op as a Squad with three teammates.

About Square Enix Ltd.

Square Enix Ltd. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX® and TAITO® branded entertainment content in Europe and other PAL territories as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY™, which has sold over 185 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 88 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS®. Square Enix Ltd. is a London-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

More information on Square Enix Ltd. can be found at https://square-enix-games.com

Playable demo now available on Windows PC and Xbox Series X|S 

Store Links: Kalypso Store | Steam | Microsoft Store | Epic Games Store | PlayStation Store

Seattle, Wash – 2024 – Lock and Load, Soldiers! Kalypso Media and Claymore Game Studios have announced that a playable test mission for Commandos: Origins is now available. Fans of the legendary real-time stealth tactics series can dive into the action on Windows PC (Steam, Microsoft Store) and Xbox Series X|S (Xbox Store). 

In this mission, players will step into the iconic boots of the Green Beret and the Marine, immersing themselves in the heart of tactical warfare. Set against the backdrop of the Channel Islands during World War II, the Commandos will employ their unique skills to sabotage a German radar system, showcasing the thrilling gameplay that Commandos: Origins promises. This demo-exclusive test mission serves as a sneak peek into the intricate gameplay mechanics and stealth tactics that await in the full release.  

Commandos: Origins is set to launch 2024 and will be available from day one with Xbox Game Pass for console and PC, as well as on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows PC, and PlayStation 4|5. 

Features: 

• Challenging Real Time Tactical Stealth Gameplay: Make the best use of your Commandos’ unique abilities, infiltrate enemy facilities, and hit them where it hurts most before disappearing into the shadows. 
• An extraordinary team: Featuring 6 infamous characters, each with their own storied history, banding together to form an extraordinary fighting force – the Commandos: Take control over Jack O’Hara “the Green Beret”, Thomas “the Sapper” Hancock, Francis T. “the Sniper” Woolridge, Samuel “the Driver” Brooklyn, James “the Marine” Blackwood, and Rene “the Spy” Duchamp and lead them to success.  
• Many paths to victory: The detailed, varied, and interactive environments offer multiple approaches to reach your goal. Sneak, climb, drive in various vehicles, or hide and creep your way to mission success! 
• On your mark: A modern user experience with precise and intuitive controls enables you to control the commandos with expert precision. Coordinate complex actions simultaneously to overcome heavily fortified targets. 
• Fight on all fronts: Play through more than 10 missions in historically authentic WWII environments, spanning from the barren Arctic to the African desert, with a range of core and voluntary objectives that will require your full tactical expertise. 
• There is no I in team: Take on missions with a friend in the 2-player cooperative multiplayer mode, either online or via local split-screen. 

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About the Kalypso Media Group 

Kalypso Media Group GmbH is an independent publisher, developer, and marketer of interactive entertainment software with over 200 employees at 10 locations across Germany, England, France, Japan, and the USA. The Kalypso Media Group includes Kasedo Games, the digital label of Kalypso Media Group, along with four development studios: Realmforge Studios (Dungeons series), Gaming Minds Studios Paderborn and Gütersloh (Railway Empire, Port Royale, Tropico 7) and Claymore Game Studios (upcoming: Commandos Origins). 

Specializing in the development of strategy and simulation games for a global audience on multi-platforms, Kalypso Media Group’s IP portfolio includes full rights to the Tropico series, Commandos, Port Royale, Dungeons, Sudden Strike, and Railway Empire, among others. Kalypso Media’s most recent releases are Railway Empire 2, Dungeons 4, The Inquisitor and upcoming Commandos: Origins (2024). Recent releases from Kasedo Games include IXION (PC) and Recipe for Disaster (PC) and the upcoming Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II.

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (October 7, 2024) – Spike Chunsoft, Inc. today announced the Japan-esque Wild Action game BAKERU will be released as a physical edition for Nintendo Switch in North America and Europe on February 25, 2025. BAKERU is developed by Good-Feel, with Etsunobu Ebisu as producer and Tadanori Tsukawaki as director.

For the latest on pre-order information follow Spike Chunsoft, Inc. on X, Instagram, and Facebook.

Digital Version and Free Demo for Nintendo Switch
A free demo exclusively for Nintendo Switch is available now. Download the demo or purchase the digital version of the full game now at Nintendo eShop.

Nintendo eShop: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/bakeru-switch/
Purchase the Digital Version on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2969380/BAKERU/

About BAKERU

Disaster strikes Japan. It all started when Bakeru the Tanuki met Sun from the Issun clan on a stormy night. He gets caught up in a scourge that shakes the entire country. Bakeru hears that Oracle Saitaro and his Festival Troops are using a bizarre festival to take over Japan. He vows to go on a journey with Sun to bring peace back to Japan. To free Japan from the grip of evil spirits, Bakeru’s adventure to 47 Japanese prefectures begins.

In this 3D action game, take the role of the titular character Bakeru on an adventure through Japan’s 47 prefectures to defeat the diabolical Festival Troops and restore peace. There will be battles featuring fairy tale heroes and giant robots. You can fight back using your taiko drum and if you get a Henge license, use the Tanuki’s power of transformation to shapeshift into different forms.The game features the vibrant and dynamic atmosphere of Japan, along with challenging stages that showcase the unique characteristics of each region. 

About Spike Chunsoft, Inc.

Established in December 2017, Spike Chunsoft, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. Located in Huntington Beach, California, Spike Chunsoft, Inc. has localized and published titles by its parent company as well as other third party companies for the Western market. For more information please visit the official website at: http://www.spike-chunsoft.com

About Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.

Spike Chunsoft was established in April 1984 by a merger of two renowned video game developers/publishers, Spike Co. Ltd. and Chunsoft Co., Ltd. Headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd. specializes in developing and publishing entertainment content including award winning console series Danganronpa, Mystery Dungeon and Zero Escape, and is responsible for launching titles across consoles, PC and mobile for some of the most popular series in the industry.

STOCKHOLM — October 7th, 2024 — Today Paradox Arc announced a partnership with Perspective Games and Bellwood Studio to publish Tlatoani: Aztec Cities. The game is set to launch in Steam Early Access on October 31st, 2024, and is now available for wishlisting on Steam. Ahead of its early access release, Tlatoani: Aztec Cities will also be featured in Steam Next Fest, beginning October 14th, 2024. Right now players can explore the game through a free demo on Steam titled Tlatoani: Prologue.

Tlatoani: Aztec Cities is a captivating city-building game for PC, featuring stunning hand-drawn 2D graphics that pay homage to classic titles in the genre. Players assume the role of an Aztec ruler, charged with developing a humble settlement into a thriving empire and ultimately becoming Tlatoani. Success hinges on effectively managing the treasury, services, military, festivals, and religious practices, while also tending to the needs, skills, and daily routines of unique citizens.

Tlatoani: Aztec Cities is set to release into Steam Early Access on October 31st, and will feature a campaign, scenarios and a sandbox game mode. 

TLATOANI: AZTEC CITIES – FEATURES: 

RISE AND BECOME TLATOANI: Shape the history of the Aztec Civilization, one legendary city at a time. From a single metropolis, to multiple city-states and finally an empire. Conquer the wilderness of Mesoamerica, build a nation and raise as its destined emperor – Tlatoani.

DEEP AZTEC CITY SIMULATION: Immerse yourself in a detailed simulation of an Aztec city-state and its society. All citizens are individually simulated, with their own skills, needs, duties, faiths, moods and daily routines.

MAKE YOUR STATE FLOURISH: Gather and produce dozens of goods and resources to provide for your citizens. Develop your city-states’ economy through managing your treasury, services, military, festivals and religion. Every good emperor must first learn to be a good statesman.

EMBRACE THE SYMMETRY: Honor the Aztec gods! Align, mirror, and balance the surroundings of your temple and government buildings to achieve divine symmetry and earn the favor of the gods — or face their wrath.

SPREAD YOUR INFLUENCE: Your cities exist within the broad Mesoamerica region. Engage in diplomacy with other city-states, trade, build alliances and conquer your enemies. Experience or change history in an extensive campaign, or play in scenarios and sandbox mode.

IMMERSIVE AZTEC EXPERIENCE: Engage with Aztec gods, festivals, calendar and traditions like human sacrifice. Learn old Nahuatl vocabulary, and lose yourself in old traditions, music and hand-drawn art bringing Mesoamerican world to life on your screen.

About Paradox Arc

Paradox ARC incubates and publishes deep, replayable games from studios with great ideas, including the titles Across the Obelisk, Mechabellum and Starminer.

Our mission is to cultivate long-term relationships with talented teams from around the world, build an exciting portfolio for players to enjoy over many years, and find future video game franchises for Paradox Interactive.

Paradox Arc is an initiative that is wholly owned and financed by Paradox Interactive.