Feeling lucky? Push the odds with up to four players in this supercharged spin on Russian Roulette
NICOSIA, Cyprus – Oct. 31, 2024 – The much anticipated multiplayer mode for CRITICAL REFLEX and developer Mike Klubnika’s viral horror sensation Buckshot Rouletteis out now as a free update on Steam, just in time for Halloween night!Enter the grimy nightclub with up to four players, new items and your life on the line. New high rollers can grab the game at a 15% discount until November 4 as part of Steam Scream Fest.
Two to four players enter – only one will leave.Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!
Grab a seat at the table and press your luck together in Buckshot Roulette’s new multiplayer mode. Try out all-new items, including the Jammer to skip a player’s turn and the Inverter to reverse the table’s turn order.
Buckshot Roulette is available now on Steam for $2.99|£2.49|€2.99, but players can grab the game at a 15% discount for a limited time. For more information, follow CR Channel on Twitter and join the CR Channel Discord community for the latest news, engaging discussions and more.
About Mike Klubnika
Mike Klubnika is an independent game developer based in Estonia. With a knack for sci-fi horror, Mike has spent the majority of their free time developing horror games that take place in alternate dystopias, attempting to immerse the player in handcrafted industrial environments through detailed mechanics and visual storytelling. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Boards Of Canada and Aphex Twin, Mike has also composed grungy backdrops that are featured in several of their games.
About CRITICAL REFLEX
CRITICAL REFLEX is an indie game publishing label on a mission: to discover kick-ass games, ensure they are at their best upon release, and present them to as many gaming fans as possible. As a publisher, we are dedicated to finding and elevating genre-blending and rule-breaking games that push the boundaries of gaming as a medium.
About CR Channel
CR Channel is the CRITICAL REFLEX publishing label focusing exclusively on indie horror. Join the Discord here: https://discord.gg/FrzN8srBfy
London, UK – October 31, 2024 – No Brakes Games and Curve Games today announce the launch of Human Fall Flat VR, available now on Steam and Meta stores! Bringing the much-loved Human Fall Flat physics-based puzzles into immersive virtual reality, the VR edition allows players to experience the quirky, playful chaos in an entirely new way.
Across 18 levels and with up to four players joining in the fun this is a whole new experience to grow the audience, which currently boasts over 50 million sales Worldwide. While the PlayStation VR2 edition is still in development and set to launch soon, players on Steam and Meta can already dive into the hilarity that Human Fall Flat VR offers.
Check out the Human Fall Flat VR launch trailer below
As part of the launch celebration, Steam players will enjoy some exclusive bonuses:
Launch Window Discount: A 25% discount off the standard price, with an additional 10% discount for players who already own the original Human Fall Flat game on Steam.
Free Original Game: New VR edition buyers will receive a copy of the original game for free, allowing even more fun across both versions.
Exclusive VR Helmet: All Steam players will unlock a unique in-game VR helmet accessory, perfect for customizing their Human characters.
Additionally, to celebrate the spooky season, Human Fall Flat is hosting a Halloween fancy dress party on Discord! Players are encouraged to share their best Halloween cosplay or in-game shots, especially those inspired by Human Fall Flat, for a chance to engage with the community and win special in-game rewards.
The Human Fall Flat VR launch is a major milestone for No Brakes Games and Curve Games. “We are incredibly excited to bring this new VR edition to life,” said Nick Powell, Project Director at Curve Games. “We know how much Human Fall Flat means to the community, and we can’t wait to see the creative ways players engage with the VR experience.”
Human Fall Flat VR is available now at a fantastic price of £9.99 / $12.99 / €12.99!
For more information:
Visit the Human Fall Flat VR Steam or Meta store pages
Atomic Ambitions Expansion Adds Nuclear Power and More
STOCKHOLM – 31 October 2024 – The secrets of radioactivity unlock new strategic and development options in Atomic Ambitions, a new expansion for Millennia, the historical 4X strategy game from C Prompt Studios and Paradox Interactive. Power your empire with nuclear plants, avoiding the risks of meltdown or nuclear war.
Coming on 12 November, Atomic Ambitions adds new settings, new National Spirits and new military possibilities including a strategy DEFCON system that counts down to a bleak future in a dangerous wasteland.
Features of Millennia: Atomic Ambitions include:
Uranium and Pollution: Power your atomic dreams with a new resource – uranium – at the risk of accumulating nuclear waste. Pre-nuclear ages will see the accumulation of pollution and biological waste, challenging you to manage the outputs of a human society.
Age of Atom: A new Variant Age for Age 7, this timeline is inspired by early 20th-century imaginings of the future powered by atomic energy. Uranium is revealed on the map and waste-free reactors power your cities. Being too enthusiastic about the new technology runs the risk of meltdowns.
Age of Wasteland: This Crisis Age for Age 9 is a science fiction setting made real. In the aftermath of a global nuclear war, cities lay desolate and the terrain is decorated with the scars of catastrophe. Scavenge the remnants of civilization for resources, fight fierce raiders and rebuild your society faster than your enemies to claim victory.
DEFCON System: As the arms race heats up, keep rivals in line (and prevent panic amongst your population) by maintaining the largest nuclear arsenal. Tread carefully however, mistakes and aggressive actions can move the DEFCON level – maybe enough to trigger a global nuclear exchange.
Three New National Spirits: Take full advantage of the new Strategic Warfare system early through the Siege Master National Spirit, which focuses on building siege weapons like Ballistae and Siege Towers. The Nuclear Superiority National Spirit gives you tools to dominate militarily during the Arms Race. The Flower Child National Spirit allows you to try to oppose nuclear weapons and bring the world to its senses before things get out of hand.
Wasteland Start: Begin your game on a Wasteland map and relive the rise of civilization from a starting place more challenging than the Stone Age.
Millennia: Atomic Ambitions will be available on 12 November 2024 for the suggested retail price of $19.99/£16.99/€19.99. Atomic Ambitions is also available as a part of the Millennia Deluxe Edition.
About Paradox Interactive
Paradox Interactive is one of the premier developers and publishers of strategy and management games for PC and consoles. The players are located all over the world but some of the biggest markets are North America, Western Europe and Asia.
The game portfolio consists of popular franchises such as Stellaris, Europa Universalis, Hearts of Iron, Crusader Kings, Cities: Skylines, Prison Architect, the Surviving games, Age of Wonders and Victoria. Paradox Interactive also owns the World of Darkness brand catalog.
Sonic is back! Well…sort of. Remakes and remasters are a large part of the modern gaming philosophy. Sometimes they feel a bit forced, but there are other times they do enough to feel welcome. Sonic X Shadow Generations falls into that latter category by default. Adding in a new meaty campaign featuring Shadow, this title brings us one of the most popular Sonic celebrations to modern platforms. Is it enough to warrant a new purchase? Let’s find out.
Story
There are two narratives going on within Sonic X Shadow Generations, and to kind of understand just what you are getting, you should also know that this release treats this product like a bundled version of two separate releases. The first is the familiar Sonic Generations. This title features Sonic starting out by celebrating his Birthday party when the Time Eater appears and sucks his friends into a warp. He then has to save them all one by one, along with his “2D” self, who is also wrapped up in this journey. Outside of very minor changes, that’s really it when it comes to the plot here, as it’s just that base game story with a few additions. It’s enough, but the bonus game definitely adds to the content.
Shadow Generations takes place during the same time as Sonic Generations, explaining why Shadow was absent from the party, along with an entire origin story to add context to his own adventure. This origin story explains that Shadow was created in a lab and was beloved by a little girl and Gerald Robotnik before they were taken out by Black Doom, who is the antagonist of his story. It’s quite a bit of added substance to the franchise as a whole that not only makes sense but is done well enough to be entertaining. Sure, there is still a little cheese that this anti-hero has clinging to him, but I think that just kind of goes with his character as a plus.
Gameplay
I remember when Generations first came out over a decade ago. The game was fantastic, fluid, and mostly fun. That still remains true with this version. This title is packed with fan service and love from start to finish, even if it still includes some of the tedious elements from the original version. The latter levels that reflect on later games like Colors, Unleashed, and so on are still present, and still kind of slow down the gameplay with their gimmicks. I feel a bit more patient with these this time around, but the problems are still there mostly. The gameplay coming to a halt to introduce gimmickry over speed is still jarring as the stages just don’t seem to fit with a hedgehog built for speed.
Again, the good more than makes up for the bad, but that was just my take. The controls can be swapped with Frontiers‘ styled controls, and now we have a few new elements like collecting Chao (sorry, no Garden present), and the drop dash, which works quite well with this title. There are also all of the extra stages with collecting emeralds and races, which really pull out the experience, adding a ton of content to the main game. Not much else has changed, but the package still holds up and felt quite nice as a revisit.
Shadow Generations acts as the other half and has a six-hour campaign to trek through. Shadow plays a bit like 3D Sonic, but features his rocket skates, which allow the character to have his trademark speed. There are a surprisingly plump amount of extra techniques the player can learn as well -such as the chaos control that slows down time, chaos spear as a projectile, and new Doom powers that boost these attacks or offer a bend on the gameplay a bit. Its a bit gimmicky, but I really thought these stages were well-built and complimented the character consistently, even surpassing the latter part of Sonic’s story in terms of fluid gameplay. The overworld hub also is open and can be explored to a degree, being fully 3D instead of the standard 2D. While not the longest, it’s a pretty decent offering to have on top of Generations and one that makes sense in this universe.
Audio
This is the best part, right? Sonic Boom, City Escape, you name it, it’s more than likely here. This soundtrack is fantastic, and being able to swap between songs simply enhances the feeling of variety and enjoyment overall. The Shadow soundtrack is also outstanding for what it is and gives us a great way to trek through all of these added stages. The voice acting stood the test of time well, and the new performances match this without much issue.
Visuals
Outside of Frontiers, this may be the best-looking Sonic game to date. Generations was already a great-looking game, but when you add in the enhanced framerate and the superb animations and fluid gameplay for both titles, you have one of Sega’s most polished platformers. Being now in 4K, it does look a little less vivid than it once did in certain stages, but that comes with an exchange in detail. It’s nice seeing Shadow detailed down to the quill, and Sonic Team’s efforts do not go unnoticed.
Overall
Sonic X Shadow Generations is a fantastic re-offering of a superb classic that adds enough new content to double-dip without guilt. Sonic has had so many ups and downs over the years, and it’s a great sight to see when Sega brings us one of the very fine highs from the past. Sure, some of the minor design issues are still present and those other Sonic games on display do bog it down a bit, but you still get a lot of great gameplay and tunes to really scratch that hedgehog itch with this release.
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DECEIVE INC.Scoundrels & Sentinels Update Now Live, Heralding a Major Balance Shake-up with Select Agent Reworks and New High Fantasy Cosmetics; Play for Free on the Epic Game Store Starting Nov. 7
DeveloperSweet Bandits Studios and publisher Tripwire Presents today announced the release of the free Scoundrels & Sentinels update for their unique multiplayer FPS title blending stealth and spycraft, DECEIVE INC.. Available now on PC (via Steam and Steam Deck Verified, and Epic Games Store), the PlayStation®5, and the Xbox Series X|S consoles, the new update takes players on a fantastical journey into the tales from bardkeep with the release of a new Catalog of cosmetic rewards, increased account level cap, new gadgets, major updates to select agents toolkits shaking up the existing meta, the first introduction of map variants to keep agents thinking on their feet, and much more. The publisher also confirmed that DECEIVE INC. will be one of the free games available to redeem for one week on the Epic Game Store starting on Nov. 7, beginning at 8:00am PST/11:00am EDT, just in time for new agents to enjoy the content update and improvements made to the new player experience. Agents can keep their keen eyes on the DECEIVE INC. website and social channels for the latest intel from HQ on new content, sales and promotions.
DECEIVE INC. Scoundrels & Sentinels update highlights include:
Progress Through 50 Levels of Rewards: Prepare for adventure! The brand-new Catalog will make sure everyone is ready to join their party and pursue a campaign of intrigue and deception, with fantasy-themed cosmetic rewards bringing spies into the world of valiant knights and dastardly rogues. In addition to some of the most ambitious character skins released to date, players can earn the very first animated calling card to leave a lasting impression on their victims.
New Gadgets to Perceive and Deceive: Get ready to make some noise with the introduction of the Bait Box for agents level 22 or higher! Living up to its name the Bait Box can play selected soundtracks to bamboozle foes, including the sound of gunshots to deter enemies from would-be combat or the distinct jingle of a keycard to lure them into a trap. Balancing out the deception is the new D-eye recon gadget, a pen-launched camera device that can be attached to flat surfaces or even NPCs. Players can have up to two remote cameras active at once but be wary, breaking cover will break the cameras on any bugged spy and lose the valuable visual information they provide!
Agent Ability Improvements: Responding to feedback with the intention of altering the current meta, Sweet Bandit studios have begun reviewing agents kits with an eye towards improving the experience and ensuring that they’re exciting and impactful as the game evolves. In this first update, Chavez leans into his athletic background with the “All-Star” ability, holstering his weapons to charge forward at great speeds allowing him to break enemy spy cover and burst through doors – provided he has the necessary keycard. Ace, the huntress, receives “Heat Vision”, which temporarily allows her to track enemy spies based on their heat level – the higher the heat the smaller the heat zone displayed, allowing her to hone in on high-heat targets quickly. The final character, Yu-Mi, has received many significant changes to her kits functionality, including making her healing and trap bubbles larger in size – but now vulnerable to being destroyed by enemies.
Map Variants and Changes Keep Missions Feeling Fresh:Scoundrels & Sentinels introduces the first two variants of existing maps, Fragrant Shores by Night and Hard Sell Morning. Both maps feature the same core design, with a refreshed look thanks to updated lighting and an additional VIP to give them each unique flavor. There are additional plans for map variants in the future, including more changes to gameplay elements! Existing maps continue to receive improvements and changes as well including the departure of the security truck acting as vault terminal C on Fragrant Shores, now a large staff room, replaced with a new multi-level yacht.
Team Beginner Queue & More: The world of DECEIVE INC. can be daunting for new agents, especially with highly skilled veteran spies potentially lurking anywhere. Continuing work to more smoothly onboard fresh agents, improvements have been made to solo beginner queue mode to better communicate when it is active and allow players to return to this mode as long as they are within the allowed levels, and a new team beginner queue – mixing low level agents and NPC agents together – has been added.
Additional improvements, bug fixing, and balancing: Server improvements and weapon visual alignment, full patch notes for balance changes, and bug fixes.
DECEIVE INC. is available now for PC (via Steam, now Steam Deck Verified, and Epic Games Store), the PlayStation®5 computer entertainment system, and the Xbox Series X|S console systems. The standard edition has an MSRP of $19.99 USD, €19.99 EUR, and £16.99 GBP with an ESRB: T for Teen and PEGI 16 rating. Aspiring agents can also purchase the DECEIVE INC. Black Tie Edition for an MSRP of $29.99 USD, €29.99 EUR, and £24.99 GBP to receive a ton of cool extras, including the “Dressed to Impress” Profile Portrait, Title, and Equipment Ink with an additional 1,000 Bonds (in-game premium currency). It is now available on PC via Steam in a new Ultimate Edition which includes all content from the Black Tie Edition plus all four Premium Catalog passes released since launch for a MSRP of $49.95. PlayStation®Plus Premium members can also play DECEIVE INC. for free while it remains a part of the subscription service, here.
October 31, 2024 – Publisher Wired Productions and developer JustAdd Water are thrilled to announce that DIG VR, the groundbreakingVR game all about operating diggers, is taking immersive gaming tounprecedented heights with the launch of its Collector’s Edition, pricedat an astonishing £500,000. This unique bundle offers an experienceunlike any other, featuring two custom-wrapped JCB 100c-2 excavators,along with two Meta Quest 3 headsets and two copies of DIG VR,perfect for co-op play in the game’s multiplayer modes.
Designed for hardcore fans and adventureseekers alike, this collector’s edition transforms the digital world of DIG VRinto reality. Owners can step into the driver’s seat of actual excavators,experiencing the thrill of operating heavy machinery, both in-game and in reallife.
One custom ASHVILLE-wrapped JCB 100c-2 Excavator – fully equipped and ready for a true-to-life digging experience. The owner of this Collector’s Edition will be able to liaise directly with Ashville to agree a look for their custom wrap!
One custom DIG VR wrapped JCB 100c-2 Excavator – As if it has come straight out of Diglington, this excavator will come fully equipped and ready to dig!
Two Meta Quest 3 VR headsets – offering an immersive gameplay experience as close to reality as possible.
Two copies of DIG VR – so players can enjoy the co-op gameplay modes, digging in virtual environments with friends or family.
Trip to ‘Dig This’ in Las Vegas – a unique adventure to experience America’s heavy machinery playground. Travel and hotel included.
Tour of the JCB Museum in the UK – for an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s top construction equipment brands. Travel and hotel included.
Family pass to Diggerland in Kent – the ultimate theme park for machinery lovers, offering an array of digger-based rides and activities.
Custom hard hat and high-vis jacket – personalized with the buyer’s name, making it a collector’s piece in its own right.
In-game personalization – buyers will get their names added in to the game credits.
Bonus sticker sheet – a fun addition for all ages.
Please note: postage is notincluded in the £500,000 price tag. The buyer will need to arrange their owncollection or delivery—after all, shipping two full-sized diggers isn’t exactlya “next-day delivery” situation! The diggers will be available for collectionsix months from the purchase date, giving you plenty of time to make friendswith a very understanding hauler.
Available exclusively at shop.wiredproductions.com,DIG VR’s Collector’s Edition is the ultimate gift for fans wanting a fullyimmersive and hands-on experience. Those not wanting to pay out half a millionpounds, can relax with the news that DIG VR is coming to Meta Queston the 14th of November, 2024 priced at just £14.99 / $19.99 /€19.99. Pre-ordernow via Meta to receive a 25% discount prior to launch. Sign up formore information via DigVRgame.com,tune in to DIG FM, the brand-new digitalradio station designed for construction workers globally.
About Wired Productions
Wired Productions is a true Indie Publisher proudlypresenting a diverse range of specially curated games from some of the greateststorytellers and independent developers. Named as “Indie Publisher of the Year”at the MCV / Develop Awards, Wired is home to an award-winning collection oftitles including: Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles, ArcadeParadise VR, Tin Hearts, Martha Is Dead, TheFalconeer, The Last Worker, and Deliver Us The Moon.Upcoming titles include Gori: Cuddly Carnage, HotelArchitect, DIG VR and KARMA: The Dark World.
AboutJust Add Water
Just Add Waterwas founded in 2006 by Stewart Gilray and after his death has continued to growas an experienced games development studio. The company has partnered with avariety of the industry’s most high-profile publishers and developers, onwell-loved and award-winning franchises. Their 25+ staff have worked on SniperElite VR, Sniper Elite VR Winter Warrior for RebellionDevelopments, as well as BPM: Bullets Per Minute (for PS4,Xbox One and Nintendo Switch) for Playtonic and AWE Interactive. Other clientshave included Bethesda, Oddworld Inhabitants (Oddworld: Stranger’s Wrath & Oddworld:New & Tasty), Bossa Studios (I Am Bread), FuturLab (PowerwashSimulator), Bithell Games (Volume & Volume: Coda), and LiquidSwords.
About Ashville Aggregates
AshvilleAggregates is a leading supplier of waste management services for theconstruction industry. With extensive experience and expertise, the companyprovides trusted Waste Disposal and Transportation (haulage) services. AshvilleAggregates is recognized as a reliable and competitively priced aggregatessupplier, offering both primary and recycled aggregates. Their fleet candeliver between 5 to 20 tonnes per visit, and they also offer muck awayservices concurrently.
Hoist the colours and conjure some spells as you sail across the seven seas!
Tønsberg, Norway, October 31st, 2024 – Solo developer Jardar Solli is happy to announce the first major update to his pirate adventure game Seablip since launching in Early Access on May 17th. Unleash the Magic! The Wizards & Flags update transforms Seablip, introducing powerful Wizards, mischievous Goblins and a treasure trove of new customization options to spark your adventure!
Customize Your Flag: Dive into the all-new flag customization menu! Design your signature flag to proudly fly on every ship you own, and even plant your colors on your claimed islands.
Master the Spell Book: Wizards have arrived! Discover and unlock powerful spells, accessible through the new spellbook menu. Once you uncover a new spell, any wizard on your crew can wield it in battle. Track down these rare wizards to boost your fleet’s magical might!
New Faction – Goblins: Meet the cunning Goblin faction, who bring their own twist to naval warfare. Their unique ships come equipped with goblin drone systems, giving you access to a fleet of customizable drones for tactical advantage.
New World Map and Challenges: Embark on thrilling, daily randomized challenges like Wanted Boss, Bounty Hunt, Rescue Mission and Blueprint Challenge to unlock nine new areas! Each completed challenge boosts your ship and crew with valuable rewards – gold, new crewmates, powerful upgrades and bounties galore.
About Seablip
Roam the high seas in a vibrant open world containing a series of islands to discover and enemies to defeat. Drawing inspiration from titles such as Faster Than Light and Sid Meier’s Pirates!, Seablip offers the freedom to explore, build and even fish! Upgrade your ship with extra cannons and inventory space, hire a new crew to aid you in your adventures and gather resources from a range of sources – chopping trees, mining minerals and watering crops as you make use of the tools at your disposal.
Engage in a plethora of minigames and activities as you progress, building bases and making use of your trusty fishing rod. Find gold from treasure or earn it by selling your wares, or even take bounties found around the world and enhance your pirate reputation as you get paid.
Following successful funding of the game through Kickstarter and a well received demo released during the Steam Next Fest, solo developer Jardar Solli released Seablip into Early Access earlier this year and will be hard at work adding continual updates throughout this period.
Following 5 years (more than 10,000 hours) of development on Seablip, including a successful Kickstarter campaign that launched in 2020, self taught coder and solo developer Jardar Solli is edging closer to living his dream in releasing his first title. Seablip will launch on Early Access in 2024, aiming for a full launch in 2025.
All New Trailer Showcases Solo Campaign Mode, New Champions, and Fierce PvP battles for the Fast-Paced Tactical RPG
Paris, France, October 31st, 2024 – Independent developer Gemelli Games has announced that their highly anticipated fantasy tactical RPG, Skygard Arena, will be available on Steam Early Access starting November 18th. To mark the occasion, the team has unveiled a new trailer that invites players into the colorful world of Skygard, a realm forever altered by an ancient cataclysm.
In Skygard Arena, players lead the Champions of five factions vying for victory in the Tournament of the Ancients, where disputes are settled through intense tactical battles. The new trailer showcases the game’s unique combat system, where Champions can dash, teleport, and unleash game-changing combos in a single turn, as well as a glimpse at the content that awaits players for the Early Access launch.
The trailer introduces two new formidable Champions:the valiant front-liner Vallya and the cat-assassin Bu Shin. These two join the roster that was previously available in the public Demo version, bringing the total to nine playable Champions, with more to come during Early Access.
Players can also catch a glimpse of the all-new solo Campaign mode, featuring hand-crafted tactical missions: intense clashes between the Champions, objective capture run, unique enemies and maps, large-scale battles, epic boss encounters… The first three chapters will be available at Early Access launch, and more are planned to be released in future updates.
For players looking for freeform battles, the game’s Arena mode, already acclaimed by the community of Demo players, promises exhilarating battles. In this mode, teams of three Champions face each other, capturing objectives or eliminating their opponents to grab enough victory points. Those interested in online competition can face other players in matchmaking, while others looking to have fun solo can challenge an AI with several levels of difficulty.
“We’re excited to announce that Skygard Arena will be launching on Steam Early Access in just a few weeks,”said Alexandre Colin, Co-Founder & CEO at Gemelli Games.“The feedback we received during Steam Next Fest was incredible, and with this new trailer, we wanted to highlight the best aspects of the game, showcase our new content, and invite even more players to dive into tactical battles with the Champions of Skygard.”
About Skygard Arena Centuries after a cataclysm that shattered the world of Skygard, five factionssend their Champions clash at a grand tournament for a mysterious, magical crown. But questions arise about this relic: will it bring peace, grant ultimate power, or lead to a more somber future for Skygard?
Starting from Early Access, delve into Skygard Arena’ssingle-player PvE campaign, letting you play hand-crafted tactical missions to save Skygard. Along the way, expand your roster by unlocking new Champions, their alternate Personas and powerful Artifacts—all of which combine to create your own team to suit your strategy.
For players looking to show off their skills in online PvP, the Arena mode offers intense 20-minute matches. Build custom teams and outwit your opponent in fast-paced skirmishes designed for both casual play with friends and competitive ranking. With a focus on skill, Skygard Arena ensures a fair PvP experience with no microtransactions, creating a level playing field for all players.
Crafting your ultimate squad is key in Skygard Arena. Assemble a team of three Champions (from nine and more to come throughout Early Access), choose one of their two distinct Personas that modify their gameplay experiences and skill sets, and adapt their power with game-changing Artifacts. Thousands of possibilities await to customize your squad to suit your strategy.
Engage in tactical skirmishes where every decision counts: position your Champions wisely, choose the perfect moment to unleash all your actions in one turn and turn the tide of battle in your favor. Compete for control of Pillars to gain strategic advantages, or risk everything with a bold assault on your opponent’s Main Pillar for an instant win. Every turn is packed with dynamic choices as you reposition your team with dash skills, strategic movements, or teleportation to outmaneuver your opponent and secure victory!
About Gemelli Games
Founded in 2022 by twin brothers in Paris, Gemelli Games is an indie game development studio with a focus on creating multiplayer live-service strategy games. Their mission is to design games that are easy to access, satisfying to master, and endlessly enjoyable with friends. They take a community-centric approach to development, involving players early through regular playtests and iterating based on qualitative feedback and data analytics.
Discover a new life in the city of Micropolis this November
Prague, Czech Republic – October 31, 2024 – Fulqrum Publishing and Karaclan are delighted to announce that their RPG title, VED, is set to launch on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox consoles, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store and GoG.
Featuring stunning hand-drawn art and animation, turn-based combat mechanics and roguelite elements, VED tells the story of Cyrus, a young hero who sets out on a quest to become a master of sword and magic and save everything he knows from destruction.
Cyrus has arrived in the city of Micropolis in search of a new life – but gets more than he bargained for, as he suddenly discovers the ability to teleport between two interconnected worlds – the world of humans, and a magical world full of mysterious flying islands, strange creatures, and dangerous monsters. From there he sets off on a journey where each decision matters, as the player works to help Cyrus discover the truth about this magical place, and decide the fate of the two worlds. To succeed in his quest, Cyrus will need to master the powerful magic of the Veds.The game’s huge fantasy world, characters, and aesthetic design are inspired by diverse cultures and mythologies. Throughout Cyrus’s quest, he will encounter various factions that have different views on the events taking place. By helping inhabitants from magical lands and the human world, Cyrus will learn more about himself, both universes, and, most importantly, how to save them all… or become their doom.
About VED
A non-linear story where every decision can lead to irreversible consequences and alternative endings; a single playthrough will not be enough to experience all VED has to offer.
Several factions have different views on the events taking place. A dynamic system of relationships will allow you to influence the decisions of key characters.
Innovative turn-based battle system. Use your positioning effectively to gain an advantage.
Build a village for yourself and your allies to unlock new skills and abilities.
A system of unique interactive events that impose curses or blessings on the hero, which may last until the end of the game.
The game features an eclectic soundtrack that will accompany you on your adventure, spanning symphonic, folk, and hip-hop genres.
Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, including in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing released over a hundred games, including the critically acclaimed titles like Men of War, King’s Bounty, Space Rangers, Fell Seal, Forgive Me Father and many others.
About Karaclan
VED is the first game by Karaclan, an indie games team comprised of 3 brothers-artists based in Lithuania. Our goal is not only to create a game that is fun, but a game that can be in every sense art.
Adds three new game modes. Pre-order now for 15% off!
Bergen, Norway – October 31th, 2024 – D-Pad Studio, the developer behind the award-winning Owlboy, are pleased to announce that their acclaimed platforming shoot-’em-up Savant – Ascent REMIX is coming to Nintendo Switch™ on December 5th. Those who pre-order will receive a 15% discount off its $7.49 price tag. This Nintendo Switch release includes three new modes, which have also been added to the PC version since launch.
Classic Mode: Progress through the tower, unlocking powerful abilities and artifacts. You can now grab enemies and absorb their powers, wielding powerful spells, hurling fireballs, and flinging meteors across the screen!
Survival Mode: Expanded with new enemy waves and bosses. Push through to the game’s ultimate challenge, where the bosses unite in a devastating team attack when you reach the top!
Time Attack: Blast through story mode or select a specific stage, showing the world you’re the fastest Alchemist out there!
Savant – Ascent REMIX began life as a remaster of the original title before D-Pad Studio got carried away by their enthusiasm and ended up creating a full blown sequel to the original title. Savant – Ascent REMIX takes the shoot-em-up platformer to new heights, with a host of new content that more than doubles the size of the original game. Venture through five stages, each with their own unique gimmick, across which you’ll have to battle Laser Sharks, robotic space invaders and even an immortal Samurai. To beat these new stages and take down the bosses at the end of each, you’ll have a new double jump, cancel-jump and mid-air powershots to add to your arsenal. There’s also a new endless Survival Mode, new difficulties modes – including a NES-style, no checkpoints Hardcore Mode – and 36 newly composed songs from acclaimed Norwegian musician Savant.
In Savant – Ascent REMIX, you play as the Alchemist, who’s been cast down from his tower by an unknown force. Your goal is to ascend back to the top, with your movement limited at all times to two platforms, be they moving elevators or space debris. By using rapid volleys of magic missiles to take out attacking enemies and precise dashes and jumps to move between the two platforms, you must try to survive the deadly journey back to the summit.
Savant – Ascent REMIX is the ultimate way to experience a musical artist’s persona as you’ve never done before! The game is based on the universe of Savant – developed in collaboration with Simon S. Andersen of D-Pad Studio (Owlboy/Vikings On Trampolines). Hear Savant’s unrivaled genre bending in action as you obtain new pieces of the soundtrack and remixes. The game even gives you the option to customise your own playlist as you play.
“Savant – Ascent REMIX allowed us carte blanche to go hog wild creating an intense, colorful wave of arcade action that would suit Savant’s bombastic riffs,” said D-Pad Studio’s Jo-Remi Madsen. “It’s been a blast to gradually add more game modes to this expanded remaster of our first game, and this Switch release offers a comprehensive archive of all the updates we’ve added over the past several years combined into one package!”
About D-Pad Studio
D-Pad Studio is a small indie game studio, best known for its flagship game Owlboy, which is a story-based platform adventure where you can fly and explore a large open world. It was released to widespread critical acclaim in 2016.
