LONDON, UK – 10th October 2024 – Curve Games and No Brakes Games have launched the Human Fall Flat University Level Design Challenge in 138 universities across China.

With a grand prize of $10K and invaluable real-world game design experience, participants are invited to design new levels for the hit franchise Human Fall Flat, beloved globally and especially popular in China.

The challenge, which marks a significant collaboration with Unity China, gives students a unique opportunity to participate and showcase their creativity. This partnership, along with support from Chinese modding tool company Yahaha, has amplified excitement within the country, where Human Fall Flat has sold 18 million units across PC, Switch and mobile.

Junbo Zhang, CEO of Unity China said, “We have always believed in the younger generation as a driving force of future development for the gaming industry. Partnering with Curve Games provides a platform for aspiring students to showcase their creativity and talents, empowering them to continually grow on their journeys as our future game makers.”

Participants will design new levels for the franchise, which recently also announced its upcoming VR release on Steam VR, META Quest 2 & 3, and PSVR2, dropping 31st October 2024. Watch the teaser trailer below.

Using Unity, students must submit their creations by 31st December 2024, with themes including High Fantasy, Greek or Norse Myths and Steampunk Airship. Levels should embody the iconic wobbly, physics-driven fun that Human Fall Flat is famous for.

The winning student will not only receive the $10K prize but will also collaborate directly with developers to refine their level for official release. Runners-up will benefit from career-building resources, including CV reviews and guidance from industry professionals at Curve Games and No Brakes Games. Unity China and Yahaha will additionally provide prizes, merchandise and creator support packages.

Tomas Sakalauskas, creator of Human Fall Flat, remarked, “We are thrilled to see the global response to this challenge, especially from China. This competition is a great way for aspiring game designers to showcase their skills, and we’re excited to partner with Unity China to give even more students the chance to join the fun.”

With over 138 university partnerships and major engagement from China, this challenge is shaping up to be a landmark partnership.

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About Curve Games   

Curve Games (part of the Catalis Group) is an award-winning independent label working with developers across the world to deliver the best in interactive entertainment. With a uniquely diverse games catalogue that includes renowned indie hits such as For the King, Bomber Crew, The Ascent, Lawn Mowing Simulator, and the multi-million-selling smash hit Human Fall Flat, Curve Games has taken its place as one of the leading games publishers worldwide.   

About No Brakes Games   

No Brakes Games are the developers of Human Fall Flat, based in Tenerife and Vilnius. We believe in empowering our team to support and challenge each other to make the best games for our players. Our studios are hard at work on our next titles, including the development of the much-anticipated sequel Human Fall Flat 2.   

Battle zombies across Hell-A, attempt to outwit a serial killer and their trap-filled hotel, build the ultimate university campus and learn the devastating, hilarious art of riposte and more with October’s PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup*! Dead Island 2, The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me, Two Point Campus, Return to Monkey Island and more games are available to play from Tuesday, 15 October. On the same day, an awesome foursome of titles join PlayStation Plus Deluxe in the form of PS VR2 game The Last Clockwinder and three Classics – Capcom adventure Dino Crisis, terrifying horror Siren and iconic sci-fi shooter R-Type Dimensions EX. 

Let’s take a look at each game in turn. 

PlayStation Plus Extra and Deluxe | Game Catalogue

Dead Island 2 | PS4, PS5

Dead Island 2 is a thrilling First-Person Action RPG, stylish, vibrant and flooded with zombie infection. Explore an iconic, gore-drenched Los Angeles. Meet larger-than-life characters. Slay countless foes in exquisitely bloody detail. And evolve to become the ultimate Zombie Slayer! There are six characters to choose from, each with their own unique personality and dialogues. You can fully customise the abilities of each Slayer, with a brand-new skill system allowing you to re-spec instantly and try out the craziest builds. The game includes an over-the-top co-op mode for up to three players. 

Two Point Campus | PS4, PS5

Take your simulation management experience to a class above with Two Point Campus, the sequel to the multi-million selling Two Point Hospital. Two Point Campus is jam-packed with new creative tools to help you build the university of your dreams. The academic year begins with a summer break, giving you enough time to get everything looking great before your students move in. Build libraries, hire the best staff, kit your campus out with the best courses and watch the academic potential of your students get unlocked. 

The Dark Pictures Anthology: The Devil in Me | PS4, PS5

The Dark Pictures is a series of stand-alone branching cinematic horror games from the studio behind Until Dawn. Easy to pick-up and play in short sessions, alone or with friends. The Devil in Me is the fourth game in the series and the Season One finale. A group of documentary film-makers receive a mysterious call inviting them to a modern-day replica of serial killer H.H. Holmes’ ‘Murder Castle’. It’s an opportunity that’s too good to pass up and could be just the thing they’re looking for to win some much-needed public interest. The hotel is the perfect set for their new episode, but things aren’t quite as they seem. The crew discover they’re being watched and even manipulated, and suddenly there’s much more at stake than just their ratings! Can you outsmart the killer and checkout all your cast? All playable characters can live or die in your version of the story. 

Gris | PS4, PS5

Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality. As the story unfolds, Gris will grow emotionally and see her world in a different way, revealing new paths to explore using her new abilities. 

Gris is a serene and evocative experience, free of danger, frustration, or death. Players will explore a meticulously designed world brought to life with delicate art, detailed animation, and an elegant original score. Through the game light puzzles, platforming sequences, and optional skill-based challenges will reveal themselves as more of Gris’s world becomes accessible.

Return to Monkey Island | PS5

Return to Monkey Island is an unexpected, thrilling return of series creator Ron Gilbert that continues the story of the legendary adventure games The Secret of Monkey Island and Monkey Island 2: LeChuck’s Revenge developed in collaboration with Lucasfilm Games. Banter with old friends and new faces on familiar islands now under dangerous new leadership. Then, take to the high seas and explore the new and unknown as you work your way out of tough predicaments. Clever puzzles, bizarre situations, and devastating ripostes are all that stand between Guybrush and glory. 

Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed | PS4, PS5

This fun multiplayer game is perfect for all skill levels. Four proton pack-wielding Ghostbusters attempt to catch a Ghost haunting unique locations in asymmetrical multiplayer battles (online or offline). As players progress, they will unlock cosmetics and upgrades for both Ghostbusters and Ghosts to evolve their gameplay experiences. The look and feel will deliver to fans an immersive experience in the universe, allowing them to play out their Ghostbusting fantasies. This game will allow players to enjoy the game solo or with up to four friends and includes an online and offline single-player mode in the form of bot-assisted play.

Firefighting Simulator The Squad | PS4, PS5

Become part of a major US city’s firefighting team and experience how it feels to fight fires. Discover over 40 diverse deployment locations spread across the city inspired by the North American West Coast. Equip yourself with authentic firefighting gear such as helmets, firefighter boots, and a breathing apparatus model by well-known North American firefighting equipment manufacturers. In single-player mode, become the leader of an experienced firefighting team. In multiplayer co-op mode, play with up to three friends and take on whichever role suits you most. Assign tasks to your team or jump into the action yourself. 

Overpass 2 | PS5

Identify the best routes and balance of power, speed and precision to overcome obstacles at the controls of a UTV, ATV or Rock Bouncer in both solo and multiplayer modes, your talent and choices of technique will make the difference. Put your skills to the test in 5 game modes in which you have to come to grips with demanding challenges: off-road sprint, off-road circuit, hill climb, obstacle course, closed circuit. At the controls of powerful buggies and quads from major manufacturers such as Yamaha, Arctic Cat and Suzuki, you will travel across 30 routes in 5 regions: Baja Desert, East Central US, Johnson Valley, Utah Desert and Western Europe.

Tour de France 2023 | PS4, PS5

Play the mountain or flat stages and experience the intensity of the Grande Boucle. Pedal alongside the best cyclists, test your endurance and show your panache to triumph on the Champs-Elysées in the official game of the Tour de France 2023. 

Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Wildlands* | PS4

Create a team with up to 3 friends in Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon: Wildlands and enjoy the ultimate military shooter experience set in a massive, dangerous, and responsive open world. In a near future, Bolivia has fallen into the hands of Santa Blanca, a merciless drug cartel who spread injustice and violence. Their objective: to create the biggest Narco-State in history. Create and fully customise your Ghost, weapons, and gear. Enjoy a total freedom of playstyle. Lead your team and take down the cartel, either solo or with up to three friends. 

*PlayStation Plus re-release.

PlayStation Deluxe | PS VR2 & Classics

The Last Clockwinder | PS VR2

Clone your actions into endlessly repeating loops to build assembly lines and contraptions. Harvest resources, grow plants, and restore life to an ancient tree in this award-winning VR game. Your mission is to repair the Clocktower, an ancient haven for the galaxy’s plants. Use the Clockwinder’s gloves to turn the actions you take into looping clockwork clones. They can do everything you can, from planting to cutting to throwing items through the air. Use their help to save the Clocktower!

Dino Crisis | PS4, PS5

Three years ago, a scientist researching a new source of clean energy known as Third Energy died during an experiment. Now, alarming reports arrive from an agent dispatched to a small country in the South Seas. Regina, a member of a government spy team tasked with extracting the scientist, heads for the isolated island where the military facility is located. Experience Dino Crisis, originally released on the original PlayStation, now enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters.

Siren | PS4, PS5

Experience Siren, originally released on PS2, now enhanced with up-rendering, rewind, quick save, and custom video filters. Midnight. A siren calls and a sea of red water mysteriously surrounds the mountain village Hanuda. Slowly, a terrible force transforms the inhabitants into shibito, undead husks of their old selves, fueled by evil and hate. Play as one of ten characters caught in a living nightmare. You have three days to learn how their paths intersect as they try to stay alive. Survival depends on your ability to “sightjack” or the power to see through the eyes of friends and foes. There is no one hero. There is little hope.

R-Type Dimensions EX | PS4

The coin-op classics, R-Type & R-Type II, are together on PS4! Fight through all 14 Bydo-infested stages in retro 2D graphics or shiny 3D graphics – and swap back and forth with the touch of a button ‘on-the-fly’. The new 3D graphics are accompanied by fully reimagined arrangements of the timeless R-Type music tracks. The classic game-play remains untouched while the new Infinite game mode allows continuous progression from game start to final boss. Both game modes can be played as single-player or local multiplayer. 

For full information on this month’s line up visit the PlayStation Blog. 

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While Max Mustard makes her climb, indie VR studio Toast Interactive is right beside her.

Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, 11 October 2024 | Toast Interactive, the innovative virtual reality developers behind the global hit Richie’s Plank Experience, received national attention on Tuesday. The studio was awarded Excellence in Mixed Reality at the Australian Game Developer Awards for their latest title, Max Mustard. The VR platformer is available now on the Meta and PlayStation storefronts. The game will arrive on PICO on October 11th, shortly followed by an October 17th Steam launch.

Made-For-VR Platforming

Jump into a colorful 3D platforming experience with Max Mustard. A famous inventor known for her outrageous equipment, Max’s creative contraptions will come in handy as you explore her world in search of a manipulative mastermind. Stubbins, the game’s antagonist, has been capturing the adorable creatures roaming the Max Mustard realm. These creatures, known as mudpups, are sold as elite vanity accessories to the upper class, putting the mudpup population in jeopardy. It’s up to you and Max Mustard to rescue these pups from Stubbins before it’s too late!

Steam and PICO Launches Coming This Month

Max Mustard is currently available for Meta Quest and PlayStation VR. The game launches on the PICO store on October 11th, inviting a new wave of players to experience the 3D platformer. Following this launch, Toast Interactive’s latest will be available on Steam on October 17th. The game’s innovation and family-friendly style have earned the title hundreds of positive reviews, and newcomers are sure to find an enjoyable gameplay experience. Combining elements of first-person narratives, traditional platforming mechanics, and impressive virtual reality visuals, Max Mustard has something for everyone!

Max Mustard Secures An AGDA

In addition to the game’s positive online reception, Max Mustard is soaring to new heights along Australia’s Gold Coast. On Tuesday, October 9th, Toast Interactive attended The Australian Game Developer’s Awards (AGDA), where they took home the award for Excellence in Mixed Reality.

Kylee Kay, Toast Interactive’s CEO:

“This award is a proud milestone for our entire team at Toast Interactive. It’s a reflection of the creativity, hard work, and passion that everyone has poured into bringing our vision for mixed reality to life. It’s been an exciting journey, and I couldn’t be more thankful to our team and community for their support. A special thanks to the judges, our fellow nominees, and IGEA for this incredible recognition.”

Vanessa Richards, Toast Interactive’s CMO:

“Winning the Excellence in Mixed Reality award is a defining moment for us at Toast Interactive. It’s recognition of the bold strides we’re taking to innovate and lead in this space. This award underscores our commitment to creating experiences that challenge expectations and set new standards for immersive technology. Thank you to all the judges, the other nominees and winners, our incredible player community, and IGEA for your continued support. This is just the beginning, and we’re driven to keep pushing what’s possible.”

Max Mustard will launch for PICO products on October 11th. The game will also be available on Steam on October 17th. Interested players can grab a copy of Max Mustard now for PlayStation VR 2 and on the Meta store.

About Toast Interactive

Toast Interactive, the developer and publisher of Richie’s Plank Experience, is based on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Toast Interactive was founded by the husband and wife team Toni and Richard Eastes in 2016. Their flagship VR title, Richie’s Plank Experience, is played in hundreds of arcades worldwide and continually features in the Top 20 VR games worldwide. 

“P4P” Debuts in Game Launch Trailer

Sydney, Australia, 10 October 2024 -Grammy award winning,rapper, songwriter and producer, Lupe Fiasco, has created an exclusive track for the highly anticipated boxing video game Undisputed.

The track, P4P, was produced specifically for the game and can be heard for the first time in the official launch trailer:

Known for his thought-provoking lyrics and dynamic beats, Lupe brings his signature sound to the world of boxing games. “Undisputed is all about power, precision and making your mark. It’s about moving with purpose, both in the ring and in life,” said Lupe Fiasco about his involvement in the project.

“To have one of the greatest lyricists of all time being involved in Undisputed is amazing for us. We’re beyond hyped to have Lupe Fiasco be part of this project and create a track specifically for it. His music brings an energy and authenticity we wanted and fits perfectly with the vibe we’ve built around the game”, commented Ash Habib, CEO and Founder of Steel City Interactive.

The game’s soundtrack is a hard-hitting mix of US hip hop and UK rap and features some of the biggest names in the industry. It combines an edgy mix of heavy beats, deep bass and commanding vocals, perfect for capturing the energy and intensity of the ring.

In addition to Lupe’s track, fans can expect a star-studded lineup of tunes from other top-tier artists, such as award-winning grime artist, Bugzy Malone, and multi-talented musician and MC, Shinobi. It’s time to step up, take on your opponents, and rule the ring like never before.

UNDISPUTED will make its debut on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S – along with the full release on PC – tomorrow.

Full track listing:

About Steel City Interactive

Sheffield-based Steel City Interactive (SCI) was founded in 2020 by Ash Habib, along with his brothers Asif and Asad. Formed around the idea of creating the first major, new boxing game in over a decade. The rapidly growing studio now employs over 70 people and has partnerships with the world of boxing’s leading companies including the WBC, Ring Magazine, CompuBox, BoxRec and many other prestigious boxing organisations. During development SCI has created innovative, proprietary technology to bring the world of boxing to life like never before.

About Lupe Fiasco

Wasalu Muhammad Jaco, better known by his stage name Lupe Fiasco, is a Chicago-born, Grammy award-winning American rapper, record producer, entrepreneur, and community advocate. Rising to fame in 2006, following the success of his debut album, Food & Liquor, Lupe has released nine acclaimed studio albums; his latest being Samurai, released in the summer of 2024. His efforts to propagate conscious material helped solidify him as GQ’s Man of the Year in 2006, and garnered recognition as a Henry Crown Fellow. While musical genius and ingenuity are at the forefront of Lupe’s achievements, the artist extends his innovation to projects that aim to foster creative discourse and opportunities in underprivileged and impoverished communities. Last year, the iconic Chicago native settled into his position as a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where he teaches “Rap Theory and Practice.” Beyond music, Lupe continues to focus on the community organizations he founded, including We Are M.U.R.A.L, The Neighborhood Start-Up Fund, Society of Spoken Art, and his cross-cultural content venture, Studio SV.

About PLAION 

PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Founded three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences. PLAION is an Embracer Group company.

About Deep Silver 

Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance. 

Warner Bros. Games, TT Games and the LEGO Group today announced that LEGO® Harry Potter™ Collection is now available digitally for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). This remastered compilation combines the top-selling games LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 and LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7with two previously released downloadable content (DLC) packsin one magical collection.

Developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Games, LEGO Harry Potter Collection whisks players away on an enchanting and humorous adventure spanning all eight Harry Potter films. Players will experience the thrill and mystery of the wizarding world as they attend the legendary Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, learn spells, brew potions, and face off against Lord Voldemort in the ultimate battle between good and evil. This remastered compilation, developed by Double Eleven, enhances both the graphics and performance with 60 FPS, native 4K resolution, haptic feedback, and high-resolution shadow maps.  

View the LEGO Harry Potter Collection – Official “Relive the Magic” Launch Trailer 

Starting now through Nov. 6, 2024, players who own LEGO Harry Potter Collection digitally for PlayStation 4 and Xbox One can upgrade to the remastered PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S versions for a discounted price. Players who own both LEGO Harry Potter Years: 1-4 and LEGO Harry Potter Years: 5-7 for Steam can upgrade to the remastered LEGO Harry Potter Collection for a discounted price. Players who own either LEGO Harry Potter Years: 1-4 or LEGO Harry Potter Years: 5-7 for Steam can upgrade to the remastered LEGO Harry Potter Collectionfor a discounted price. For more information on the LEGO Harry Potter Collection discount offer, visit our FAQ. 

About LEGO Harry Potter Collection:  

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 1-4 is based on the first four films—Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire™—allowing fans to experience Harry’s first four years at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in full LEGO form.  

LEGO Harry Potter: Years 5-7 transports players through the final four films—Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix™, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ and Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows™ Part 1 & 2—to experience Harry’s last years at Hogwarts and his battle against Lord Voldemort™ in the ultimate fight against evil.  

LEGO Harry Potter Collection also includes two previously released DLC packs, including a Character Pack featuring Godric Gryffindor, Harry (Yule Ball), Helga Hufflepuff, Lockhart (Straightjacket), Luna (Lion Head), Peeves, Hermione (Pink Dress), Ron Weasley (Ghoul), Rowena Ravenclaw and Salazar Slytherin, as well as a Spell Pack featuring Cantis, Densaugeo, Ducklifors, Melofors, and Tentaclifors.  

LEGO HARRY POTTER COLLECTION © 2024 TT Games Ltd. Produced by TT Games under license from the LEGO Group. © 2024 The LEGO Group. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.  All rights reserved. 

WIZARDING WORLD, HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.  WIZARDING WORLD, HARRY POTTER Publishing Rights © J.K. Rowling. 

São Paulo – October 9, 2024 – QUByte Interactive, in partnership with Piko Interactive, proudly announces that the arcade fighting game Rage of the Dragon NEO will be participating in the Steam Next Fest, offering an exclusive demo from October 14th to 21st on Steam.

Before the official launch, players will get their first hands-on experience through a closed beta, set to begin soon, focusing on the game’s online multiplayer mode. Following this, the studio will release an exclusive demo during the Steam Next Fest, available from October 14th to 21st, where players can explore exciting features, including:

• Versus Mode
• The Exclusive ‘Dragon’s Challenges’

Lately, ROTD NEO also received exciting updates on QUByte’s official social media channels, including a video from the series ‘Inside the Rage of the Dragons NEO’. This two-part video series aims to showcase the game’s mechanics in detail. You can already check out the first episode below:

About Rage of the Dragons NEO

Rage of the Dragons NEO brings back the cult-classic Rage of the Dragons, originally released in 2002 for the Neo Geo. This new version revitalizes the beloved gameplay while adding modern features like Online and Training Modes, providing an ultimate experience for both long-time fans and newcomers. The game will be available on Steam, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.

About QUByte Interactive

QUByte is Latin America’s largest publisher of independent games for modern consoles. It is also an experienced and consolidated development studio of authorial titles, specialized and recognized for its focus on retro games and its work porting classics from the past to modern consoles through its own QUByte Emulation Engine. The company’s main goal is to develop and expand the local games industry through development, porting and publishing partnerships.
www.qubyteinteractive.com

About Piko Interactive

Piko Interactive is a leading content provider for retro video game consoles, plug-and-play consoles, and digital distribution platforms. With a catalog of over 180 titles, we are committed to delivering the highest quality retro gaming experiences, from physical cartridges to digital distribution channels like Steam, GOG, and more.

Steel and Sorcery abound in new multiplayer ARPG available at Steam Next Fest

Irvine, United States — October 9, 2024 | From industry veterans key to the evolution and operation of World of Warcraft comes a new multiplayer fantasy epic to remember: Legacy: Steel & Sorcery. Notorious Studios is excited to announce this brand-new game will be available to everyone as an early free Alpha demo at Steam Next Fest from October 14 – 21. 

Originally the name of the developers’ World of Warcraft guild 17 years ago, they have now taken their name to new heights with the founding of Notorious Studios. Establishing their first new IP, Notorious brings true gaming pedigree and engaging fantasy action-combat to a core class fantasy multiplayer epic.

“Our goal was to build upon the foundations of RPG and MMO PvP into its own title, something we haven’t quite seen before. We incorporated many of the lessons and learnings from building one of the biggest MMOs of all time (World of Warcraft) into Legacy. Based on feedback we’ve had from players already, I think we have something special here and we can’t wait to share it with more and more players,” said Chris Kaleiki, Founder and CEO of Notorious Studios. 

Set within the realm of Mithrigarde, this lush world is now enveloped in a mysterious fog and only brave heroes can venture forth and claim the lost treasures of a fantasy world gripped by ancient evil.

Players will choose from a range of traditional fantasy classes and strike out into a world torn apart by war. Plunge axes into the skulls of goblins, shoot spells at enormous ogres, and fight against hordes of monsters to reclaim the riches of this forgotten land.

But it’s not just fantastical creatures standing in their way, other heroes will be standing between them and glory. Players will be forced to grab what they can and battle their way to the safety of Stonehaven, where they can stock up on supplies, upgrade their lodgings and relax with others before embarking on their next adventure.

To keep up to date with the latest from Notorious Studios, head over to X and join the thousands of players waiting to set foot in Mithrigarde today!

Notorious Studios

Notorious Studios is a venture-backed start-up headquartered in Irvine, California, with a global team of passionate developers. Founded by core developers from Blizzard Entertainment who worked on iconic titles like World of Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch, the studio is committed to creating immersive and engaging worlds that foster community and creativity. With a team of 30 talented individuals, including remote employees from around the world, Notorious Studios is focused on delivering high-quality gaming experiences built for players not powerpoint. Our current project, Legacy: Steel & Sorcery, exemplifies our dedication to building rich, player-driven narratives within dynamic, ever-evolving gameplay environments.

AGUASCALIENTES, Mexico — October 9, 2024 — Hidden in my Paradise, the cozy hidden-object game about taking photos and decorating by developer Ogre Pixel, leaves no stone unturned on Nintendo Switch, Steam (PC, Mac, and verified on Steam Deck), and mobile on iOS and Android via Crunchyroll Game Vault today.

Poke through perfect little Paradises as prospective photographer Laly and her fairy companion Coronya. Search for splendid snapshots among hidden items and friendly critters in hundreds of lively lands. Pick up and position plants, animals, and objects into adorable arranged snapshots to fulfill special missions. Check off items on Laly’s list and become a photography pro!

Visit every cozy corner of flourishing forests, peaceful town centers, sandy beaches, and itty bitty city streets to recover missing treasures. Peek inside buildings and visit their fuzzy inhabitants, open boxes and crates, and move objects aside to peer into the story of each captivating Paradise.

Create, share, and play custom Paradises from around the world in Sandbox Mode. Earn in-game currency from furry residents to spend at the Gacha machine and collect more than 900 items to decorate custom Paradises with. Share and visit Paradises and grow the global community of fellow photographers!

“We found making the puzzles in Hidden in my Paradise to be just as engaging as solving them, so we developed the Sandbox Mode to share that satisfaction with our community,” said Steve Durán, Director and Designer at Ogre Pixel. “We hope they enjoy creating paradises to share with the world – we can’t wait to see what they create!” 

Hidden in my Paradise is now available for $9.99 USD with no microtransactions on Nintendo Switch, Steam (PC, Mac, and verified on Steam Deck), and mobile on iOS and Android via Crunchyroll Game Vault today, with English, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, and Chinese (Simplified and Traditional) language support. 

To gather more info about Ogre Pixel, visit the official website, join the Discord server, and follow the studio on Twitter, TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook.  

About Ogre Pixel 

Based in Aguascalientes, México, Ogre Pixel is an indie game studio creating fantastical stories including cozy coyote adventure Lonesome Village, emotional sticker story A Tiny Sticker Tale, and Jumper Jon, which launched on Apple Arcade and was played by more than 500,000 people around the world. Founded in 2014 by Steve Durán, a Game Awards Future Class Member and one of Forbes’ 100 Most Creative Mexicans in the World of 2019, their philosophy is to “work hard to live the dream.” For more information, visit: https://ogrepixel.com/

Duck Paradox dares players to duck around and find out

Green Bay, WI (October 9, 2024) — Midwest Games—an industry veteran-led publisher whose mission is to support and showcase abundant talent across the Midwest and underrepresented regions—has teamed up with developer Magic Games to launch Duck Paradox, an award-winning bouncing bullet precision platformer that is available on Steam and GOG today.

Navigate a corrupted multiverse on the hunt for Dr. Paraducks’ lost pet, and fight off the horrors of declining sanity

In Duck Paradox, players embark on an adventure through the fabric of space, time, and multiple dimensions. Step into the role of Dr. Paraducks, a sharp-witted scientist determined to find her missing pet duck, Quark, lost somewhere amidst the chaos of a malfunctioning time machine.

Equipped with a reliable ray gun and an unyielding quackitude, you’ll traverse three distinct treacherous worlds teeming with dangerous Quark imposters: find Krono Shards in the fundamental Lab Dimension, collect Disco shards in the flashy Disco Dimension, and Wash shards in the reality-bending Duckwash Dimension. Navigate tricky platforms and fire bouncing bullets at waves of enemy ducks. But beware — every missed shot ricochets, creating even more problems for Dr. Paraducks. Precision and timing are key as you dodge deadly obstacles and avoid pixelated pits of doom.

After each level, you’ll be presented with randomized upgrades, encouraging you to experiment with different builds in every run. If the going gets too tough, slow down time to catch your breath before solving more puzzles and overcoming barricades. Shield bubbles provide lifesaving protection, while carefully placed explosive traps take down ducky doppelgangers, giving you time to guide the real Quark to safety.

With over 50 levels that grow increasingly difficult, players will need to stay calm under pressure as they fight through hordes of enemies and fearsome, feathered bosses like El Alicanteronte, El Rey Patoteca, and El Pato Paradoja. If you want to duck around and find out, try the endless Survival mode or maddening Impossible Mode for an even greater challenge. In 1.0, speed runners will enjoy a new built-in timer which also tracks bonuses collected for pursuits of completion.

Duck Paradox is the debut project from Magic Games, a student team with members based in Fulda, Germany, Westfield, Indiana, and Guadalajara, Mexico. Beginning as a game jam project, the team loved the idea so much that they decided to release it as a commercial game. Midwest Games is proud to publish Magic Games’ first title in its continued mission to highlight developers from underrepresented regions.

Key features of Duck Paradox:

• Corrupted Ducks: Battle seemingly endless waves of corrupted, evil versions of Dr. Paraducks’ pet duck. 
• Migrate Across Worlds: Now, over 50 increasingly difficult levels in three visually distinct worlds that challenge you to battle bosses, find your duck, and return back to the time machine.  
• Lock and Load: Gameplay offers unique challenges around precision platforming, strategic shooting, solving puzzles and earning upgrades. 
• Endurance Test: An endless Survival mode to test your skills through grueling rounds of bouncing bullets and big-beaked bosses. Bonus, if you can unlock the hidden Impossible Mode! 
• Mystery Loadout: Select between two randomized upgrades at the end of each level, experimenting with new builds with every reset.

Duck Paradox is available today on Windows PC via Steam and GOG.

About Magic Games

Magic Games is a tight-knit independent development team based out of Fulda, Germany and Westfield, IN. Duck Paradox is its first published game.

About Midwest Games 

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Face the paranormal if you dare

PARIS (Oct. 9, 2024) – Piece of Cake Studios is thrilled to announce its co-op survival horror game, Dark Hours, will launch in Early Access on Steam on Oct. 24 for $9.99. This 1 – 4 player thriller throws players into a high-stakes heist, soon derailed by a chilling supernatural twist. With the spooky season looming and over 2 million demo downloads, anticipation is high among horror fans and anyone brave enough to face the paranormal.

Piece of Cake Studios has also released a brand new trailer revealing the arrival of terrifying new monsters. Watch it below:

This new co-op horror game for 1 – 4 players lets you play as thieves pulling off a daring heist inside an auction house. When your break-in is disrupted by a supernatural event, you and your team of robbers are now trapped with an evil entity. Forget your plan, your mission is to survive, explore and cooperate to find a way out. 

For a more complete feature rundown of this Early Access release, check out the summary below:

• Five terrifying monsters with their own deadly abilities 
• Surprising game mechanics and objects to save (or betray) your friends
• Procedurally generated maps 
• Immersive gameplay loop into a terrifying heist night
• A variety of heist missions with different challenges
• Several unique gameplay features and unlockable items
• Player items and color customization

Moreover during Early Access, Dark Hours will receive regular updates that will bring more content and new features. Take a look at the roadmap below that outlines what’s coming in the next few months.

Dark Hours Steam page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2208570

About Piece of Cake Studios

Piece of Cake Studios is an independent French video game development studio based in Paris. Founded by experienced professionals, Piece of Cake creates cooperative and multiplayer video game experiences. In addition, the studio is also diversifying through its label “Piece of Cake Fabulous” to offer new experiences centered on management, simulation and/or strategy games set in imaginary worlds. Piece of Cake Studios on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube or on the website.