Join the brave knight Jot as he leaps between dimensions, battling the evil wizard Humgrump and solving puzzles along the way. Along his journey, Jot faces a honey-hoarding badger in a boxing match and even feeds an overweight cat, all in pursuit of defeating Humgrump.
The Plucky Squire Gameplay
Storybook characters discover a three-dimensional world outside the pages of their book and must jump between 2D & 3D realms to save their friends in this charming action-adventure.
The Plucky Squire follows the magical adventures of Jot and his friends – storybook characters who discover a three-dimensional world outside the pages of their book. When the malevolent Humgrump realizes he’s the villain of the book – destined to lose his battle against the forces of good for all eternity – he kicks the heroic Jot out of its pages and changes the story forever.
THE PLUCKY SQUIRE Developer: All Possible Futures Publisher: Devolver Digital Platform: PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch Release Date: 17th September, 2024 Price: $29.99 USD
Recommended – “A well-thought-out mixture of 2D/3D gameplay with some creative puzzle platforming. Although the difficulty is a walk in the park, everything else in the game makes The Plucky Squire stand out”
The multi-million RPG/Life Sim expands into all-new territory featuring new story-driven campaign, new visuals, new gameplay, new locations and lots more!
Chongqing, China – 17th September: The award-winning independent studio, Pathea Games, proudly presents ‘My Time at Evershine’, the most adventurous and immersive installment in the beloved ‘My Time’ series yet! Building on the overwhelming success of its predecessors, My Time at Sandrock and My Time At Portia, this new chapter innovates and redefines the life-simulation genre. Designed to appeal to both life-simulation fans and RPG enthusiasts, My Time at Evershine features deep role-playing elements, from meaningful character progression to expansive exploration and quests. Pathea invites everyone to build a new home together.
The multi-million selling ‘My Time’ series expands with a fresh and exciting formula that builds on everything players loved. Featuring a stunning new art direction, revamped gameplay mechanics, a diverse cast of romanceable characters, 40+ hour narrative brimming with exploration and, new to the series, town management. RPG fans will find themselves right at home.
In My Time at Portia and My Time at Sandrock, players embraced the role of the builder, tasked with completing essential jobs to keep the town running—often taking on work others avoided. My Time at Evershine, however, introduces a fresh dynamic, transforming the player’s role and elevating you from builder to Governor. As the city’s key figure, you’ll start with nothing more than a modest campfire, but your vision and leadership will drive the development of the entire city and its citizens. With other characters handling the smaller, routine tasks, your role as Governor feels more relaxed, giving you the freedom to focus on shaping the city’s future and dive into the dangers that await.
Please watch the teaser trailer below to get a first glimpse of My Time At Evershine:
The following features are promised for the sequel:
All New Story-driven Campaign Be the Governor of a brand-new settlement on the fringes of the Free Cities, facing the almighty Duvos Empire. Recruit settlers, build infrastructure, tame the wilds, and lead your people to create a new idyllic stronghold for the Alliance filled with enchanting characters and memorable stories to enjoy. This new sequel will feature a more defined antagonist, bringing even more adventure and excitement than ever before.
New Art Direction My Time At Evershine is the most beautiful and realistic game in the franchise to date. Environments are more expansive and varied, characters look more realistic, and animations are motion-captured to create a more believable world.
Multiplayer Co-op For the first time in the My Time series, the campaign can be enjoyed both solo and in co-op mode with up to four players, making it perfect for family and friends. The host controls the pace of the main story, while all players share resources and money, allowing everyone to collaborate and contribute to the adventure together.
Build a Society This ambitious sequel casts players as the all-powerful Governor, who can not only build new facilities, and explore but also command a team of recruitable and customizable NPCs. These NPCs handle the day-to-day tasks like construction and resource gathering, allowing the Governor to focus on more important decisions.
Meaningful Relationships Social play was a key part of My Time At Sandrock and My Time At Portia. In My Time At Evershine Pathea is set to expand these systems even more. Players can recruit up to 3 followers to stay with them during day-to-day tasks or they can dispatch them to do their bidding across Northern Eufala. Pathea is targeting 8 to 10 romanceable characters in the campaign with dozens of other characters spread throughout the game. Players will also have to take their followers’ needs and wants into account with tiredness and hunger impacting morale and performance. RPG players will love the deep character interactions and the ability to forge meaningful relationships, with romanceable characters integrated into the storyline and more opportunities to develop connections earlier in the campaign.
Tame A Wild New Frontier 3 years after the events of My Time at Sandrock, the Duvos Empire has taken over the Orzu Ruins which Ethea also claims as their own, leading to a tense situation just north of the Alliance of Free Cities border in the Northern Eufaula region. In response, the Alliance has launched the North Development Plan to move settlers into the area and establish a new City-State for better defense. Evershine is one of six major new settlements in the area and will prove pivotal in the ongoing hostilities.
Mod Support My Time at Evershine will include full mod support for both single-player and multiplayer modes, allowing players to customize and expand their RPG experience. Whether you’re playing solo or with friends, the possibilities for creativity and new content are endless.
My Time At Evershine is still very early in development but Pathea is committed to the above features with more new additions to be revealed when the Kickstarter goes live on 24th September worldwide. Pathea warmly invites all those interested in this exciting new direction for the My Time series to head to the Kickstarter page today to sign up and back the sequel as soon as the funding window opens, please visit: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mtae/my-time-at-evershine-the-next-my-time-tale
“My Time at Sandrock cost a lot, like $12-million-a-lot, and still counting, we expect Evershine’s budget to be somewhere in the ballpark as well,” explained Zifei Wu, Creative Director of the My Time series.
“Having extra funding at this early stage of development allows us to plan for bigger and better features, and allows the community to give us direct feedback while we’re still deciding key elements of the game’s design and execution”
Pathea is committed to launching My Time At Evershine on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and future Nintendo platforms yet to be announced. There is lots more to be revealed about this ambitious sequel over the coming months. To stay up to date on all future announcements, speak directly with the development team and see in-development videos, screenshots, art and more, please join Pathea’s official Discord server here: https://discord.com/invite/patheagames
ABOUT PATHEA
PATHEA GAMES is one of China’s leading development studios that makes video games for audiences the world over. Its aspiration is to bring memorable moments to players that stay with them for a lifetime, through building fun and immersive experiences. Pathea’s most popular IP: ‘My Time at Portia’ and ‘My Time at Sandrock’ have generated over 3.5 million unit sales worldwide with future installment ‘My TIme At Evershine’ currently in development. Visit Pathea.net to find out more.
Global digital release, European physical version and Asia distribution for stunning new Metroidvana-inspired action game
Limassol, Cyprus – 17th September 2024. Global Indie publisher ESDigital Games is thrilled to announce that AWAKEN: Astral Blade, their action-packed Metroidvania side-scrolling action game, will be released globally via digital distribution on 22nd October 2024 for PC (via Steam and EGS) and PlayStation 5. Watch the release date trailer below
AWAKEN – Astral Blade is a dark Metroidvania side-scrolling action game in which players take on the role of bionic Tania, a clone from the OS-CR100 series created by Dr. Herveus, as she ventures deep into the rainforests in search of a missing team of researchers. Tania’s journey truly begins when she uncovers ancient secrets buried deep within the ruins in the forest, leading her to confront the mysteries of her origins and her ultimate destiny.
Developed by Dark Pigeon Games, AWAKEN: Astral Blade is part of the third phase of the China Hero Project, Sony Interactive Entertainment Shanghai’s games incubation program that funds and supports Chinese video game developers and received the ‘Best in Play GDC 2024’ award at this years show.
ESDitgital Games will be partnering with other leading video game publishers for the launch of AWAKEN – Astral Blade to ensure that all gamers across the globe can experience this thrilling new game. On the same launch day, fans across Europe will be able to get their hands on a fantastic PlayStation 5 physical boxed edition from publishing partner Meridiem.
Meridiem will release the special physical version of AWAKEN – Astral Blade for PlayStation 5. The physical ‘Tania’s Edition’ will include a specially designed slip case, a printed Lore Book revealing more about Tania’s history and the mysterious Jacha City, and the digital soundtrack and a sticker featuring the Mech Mutant Prototype. That’s not all! PlayStation fans will also receive access to the post-release content DLC and additional outfits for Tania (including the exclusive PlayStation outfit!).
About AWAKEN – Astral Blade
Weave your own story in this dark 2D side-scrolling action fairy tale game. Join a bionic girl Tania, as she is sent into the rainforests of the Horace Islands in search of a missing team of researchers. Once there, Tania discovers Karpas energy flooding through the islands, mutating the animals and plants into deadly mutants.
As she journeys deeper into the forests, Tania discovers the centuries-old remains of Jacha City, a long-lost civilization thought extinct, and with it, the former Royal Altar and ground zero of the Karpas energy source. Here Tania’s journey truly begins as she discovers ancient secrets buried deep within the ruins and she must discover the truth of the Kapras Energy and the truth of her own origins and destiny.
Features
Kill your enemies with a wide range of combos: from the fastest to the slowest. Parry enemy attacks to gain an advantage, use the Quick Rise ability to get back into the fight, and run at enemies as they attack to slow down the world around you and gain immunity to damage. Combos and skills will also help you get through hordes of enemies and defeat bosses.
Control the course of the story, help Tania make decisions at crucial moments in the game and follow your own path to reveal mysteries of the past and present. Different routes can lead you to different endings. Search the Horace Islands for clues and information about the mysterious and dangerous world of AWAKEN – Astral Blade.
Collect the mysterious Aether and use it for your own benefit. Improve Tania’s combat skills and strength, or spend it on different abilities useful in various situations. How about upgrading your weapons or trading some Aether for useful items? The choice is yours.
Don’t waste your time traveling. The map is designed to save you time while exploring it. If you have trouble in combat, you can reduce the difficulty level and get some useful Skills. Tania always finds cheerful words for you even in your darkest moments. Because this is not only her story, but also yours.
The physical AWAKEN – Astral Blade Tania’s Edition will be released on 22nd October for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam and EGS. For more information, please visit https://esdigital.games/
About ESDigital Games
ESDigital Games is a global video game publishing company specializing in premium indie and mid-core games for both PC and consoles. ESDigital Games’ upcoming releases include the stealth-action title Steel Seed, the Metroidvania-inspired Awaken – Astral Blade, the alchemy RPG Battlejuice Alchemist, the story-driven sci-fi adventure Sky of Tides, the twin-stick sci-fi shooter Memory Lost, and the puzzle adventure Island of Winds, as well as several unannounced titles currently in development. Their current portfolio includes the RTS tower defense and match-3 mechanics title Cats on Duty, the ’80s-themed point-and-click adventure Unusual Findings, the tactical card combat game Deck of Ashes, and the Early Access releases of the twin-stick shooter REMEDIUM and the roguelike action RPG Scholar of the Arcane Arts.
Today we invite you to take an in-depth look at Shattered Space in this deep dive with Bethesda Game Studios. Uncover the many mysteries surrounding House Va’ruun and explore an isolated, handcrafted new location in Starfield’s first major story expansion.
Watch the Deep Dive
In Shattered Space, Starfield’s first major expansion, players will visit the homeworld of House Va’ruun for the first time. Explore a fully handcrafted new location and unravel the mysteries surrounding the followers of the Great Serpent. House Va’ruun is on the brink of collapse and their people need help finding a path forward. When your sudden presence on their hidden home planet is seen by some as divine intervention, it’s up to you to restore House Va’ruun and decide the fate of this secretive faction.
Shattered Space launches on October 1 for Xbox Series X | S and PC. Owners of the Premium or Constellation Editions of Starfield will receive Shattered Space as part of their original purchase. Owners of the base edition can still purchase the Premium Upgrade for access to Shattered Space plus other digital items including Digital Art Book, Original Soundtrack, 1,000 Creation Credits, and the Constellation Skin pack.
Sydney, Australia, 17 September 2024: The wait is over, heisters! PAYDAY 3 Anniversary Update Part 1 is out now, bringing an exciting wave of fresh content to commemorate the game’s anniversary.
Dive into the heart of the financial world with Chapter 4: Fear & Greed launch trailer, where players must infiltrate and rob one of the most secure trading floors in existence:
Paid and Free Content
The PAYDAY 3 Anniversary Update Part 1 introduces Chapter 4: Fear and Greed, available to Gold Edition and Gold Pass owners and for separate purchase on PC, Xbox Series S|X, and PlayStation 5.
This expansion includes the Stock Exchange Heist, three new weapons, new mods and cosmetics, along with four new masks, suits, and gloves. Additionally, free content for all players features Houston as a new playable heister, the Minigun M135, new masks, and Twitch drops.
Upcoming Sales Overview:
Xbox Sales: Running until September 30, with a 60% discount on PAYDAY 3 base game, Gold and Silver Editions, along with other discounts.
Steam Sales: Starting today and running until September 23, with a 60% discount on PAYDAY 3 base game, Gold and Silver Editions, amongst other discounts.
PlayStation Sales: Running until September 25: Silver Edition, Syntax Error content, and Trifecta Loot Bag, amongst other discounts.
Out Now! The PAYDAY 3 Anniversary Update Part 1 has officially launched! Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to PAYDAY, this update is packed with exciting content and fresh challenges to keep you engaged. Assemble your crew and get ready for the ultimate heist!
Starbreeze is an independent developer, publisher and distributor of PC and console games targeting the global market, with studios in Stockholm, Barcelona, Paris and London. Housing the smash hit IP PAYDAY, Starbreeze develops games based on proprietary and third-party rights, both in-house and in partnership with external game developers. Starbreeze shares are listed on Nasdaq Stockholm under the tickers STAR A and STAR B. For more information, please visit starbreeze.com
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 .For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com
Bethesda Softworks ANZ is excited to unveil an epic fan event at PAX Australia, offering attendees a deep dive into the captivating universes of The Elder Scrolls and Fallout. This unique experience will take place from October 11-13, 2024, at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. Fans are invited to embark on an unforgettable journey through the iconic Gold Road of Tamriel and the post-apocalyptic wasteland of Fallout 76.
The Elder Scrolls Online Tavern: Come celebrate the 10th Anniversary of The Elder Scrolls Online in a setting that brings the lore to life! Step into the heart of Tamriel at our carefully crafted Elder Scrolls Online Tavern. With authentic décor, live bard performances, a mysterious Daedric Prince, and themed drinks, this cosy tavern is the perfect gathering spot for fans. Whether you’re a seasoned Dragonknight or a newcomer to Tamriel, the Tavern offers a welcoming atmosphere to share stories and connect with fellow adventurers.
Rich Lambert, the Game Director of The Elder Scrolls Online, will also be joining us at PAX Australia! He’ll be participating in panels focused on the game and its community. Don’t miss his keynote on “The Music of The Elder Scrolls Online,” featuring special guest Lara6683, a talented pianist and streamer. This must-see event will be held at the Quokka Theatre on October 11 at 1:00pm AEDT.
The Fallout 76 Skyline Valley C.A.M.P.site Handheld Lounge: Escape the hustle of PAX Australia in our Fallout 76 Skyline Valley C.A.M.P.site Handheld Lounge. Inspired by the Pioneer Scouts of Skyline Valley, this space offers comfortable seating, faux campfires and more. Relax, recharge, and bond with fellow Vault Dwellers in our version of Shenandoah National Park.
DOOM: The Dark Ages, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and Starfield: Shattered Space: Immerse yourself in the worlds of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, DOOM, and Starfield with our interactive photo opportunities. Step into DOOM: The Dark Ages and be the slayer, become the famed adventurer with Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, or snap a selfie after joining House Va’Ruun in Starfield: Shattered Space. These photo spots are designed to create lasting memories and are perfect for sharing your experience with friends and fellow fans.
“We’re thrilled to bring our worlds to life in such an immersive way” said Simon Alty, VP and Managing Director (APAC) at Bethesda Softworks. “This event is our way of giving back to our dedicated community, creating a space where fans can come together to celebrate their love for these incredible games.”
Join us for a weekend filled with adventure, camaraderie, and unforgettable moments. We can’t wait to see you in Melbourne!
For updates and more news about these events in the lead up to PAX Aus 2023 fans should make sure to follow Bethesda ANZ on Twitter and Facebook.
Step into a world of mystery and adventure thanks to Unknown 9’s many entry points, which include its video game, podcast, comics, novels and more. Each represents a standalone story, the collective of which reveals a larger, overarching adventure.
Unknown 9: Awakening,the narrative-driven action-adventure game by Reflector Entertainment isset to launch on 18 October 2024 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam. Follow the journey of Haroona, a Quaestor with extraordinary abilities harnessed from the Fold, a mysterious dimension overlapping our own. She must protect humanity from the Ascendants, who plan to use this powerful dimension to alter the course of human destiny.
Numerous adventures await. Are you ready to unravel humanity’s forgotten truths? Watch the Narrative Universe trailer here:
While you wait to play the game, immerse yourself in Unknown 9’s other adventures. All of them include connections to Awakening and many are available for free. The gripping first issue of the Unknown 9: Torment comic book series introduces you to Jaden Crowe, a troubled young man who gets entangled in a mind-bending adventure. Unknown 9: Out of Sight Season 1 follows paranormal podcasters who seek out regular people with knowledge of the Unknown.
The first two instalments of Layton Green’sGenesis Trilogy tell the story of a young astrophysicist who sets out to uncover the truth behind her mentor’s murder, while the upcoming web series Unknown 9: Passage and Unknown 9: The Taylor Files will delve deeper into the Unknown.
Create an all-star team of fan-favorite Fairy Tail characters and take to the sands in hectic two-on-two beach volleyball matches where anything goes! Choose from a whopping 32 mages across Fairy Tail, Sabertooth, Lamia Scale, Blue Pegasus, and other guilds from all over Ishgar in the Kingdom of Fiore’s annual beach volleyball tournament.
Scorch the sands as Natsu, freeze opponents in their tracks as Gray, or kick competitors into oblivion as Lucy. Coordinate with partners to spike the opposition with powerful magic strikes. Light up the court with 100 different types of magic and score points to earn enhanced magic and turn the beach into total mayhem as matches progress!
Complete matches to unlock new characters and special illustrations. Serve up magical destruction against CPU opponents, or make it a friendly competition and play with up to four fellow mages in local multiplayer. Take skirmishes online with full support for Steam Remote Play Together to deliver magically charged Aces to friends from across the globe.
In addition, the results of the “FAIRY TAIL at the Beach” Art Contest have been decided! After careful consideration by the FAIRY TAIL: Beach Volleyball Havoc development team and Hiro Mashima himself the winners of the art contest are… (drumroll please)… all 84 entries! For more details about the competition results, please visit the ILLUST DAYS webpage. The more matches that are played, the more visuals that are unlocked. Keep an eye out for a special illustration from Hiro Mashima himself coming soon!
“The FAIRY TAIL INDIE GAME GUILD is proud to bring FAIRY TAIL: Beach Volleyball Havoc to Fairy Tail fans everywhere after the recent release of FAIRY TAIL: DUNGEONS,” tiny cactus studio, the chief creator of the title, at MUKI-MUKI MUSCLE TRAINING COMPETITION. “We aimed to create an action-packed, chaotic, and lighthearted experience that all Fairy Tail fans could enjoy with each other, so we hope to see mages everywhere out on the beach!”
FAIRY TAIL: Beach Volleyball Havoc is now available on PC via Steam for $6.99 with a special 20% launch week discount.. Language support includes English, Japanese, French, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Thai. To learn more, check out the official website, and follow Kodansha Creators’ Lab on Twitter.
About Kodansha Game Creator’s Lab
Established in 2021, Kodansha Game Creator’s Lab is the fourth department of the prestigious entertainment publishing company Kodansha Ltd., founded in 1909. Its motto is “Everything for the creator,” reflecting the company’s goal to support young talents and introduce indie creators to the wider public.
Submissions for October’s “Let’s Play Steam NEXT Fest” open in Japan, China
TOKYO — Sept. 16th, 2024 — The organizers behind INDIE Live Expo, Asia’s biggest indie game broadcast with more than 100 million combined viewers across ten shows, are now accepting applications for the upcoming winter showcase on Saturday, Dec. 7th, 2024.
The upcoming winter showcase will give the gift of world premieres as well as content updates to fan favorite titles. Enjoy a heaping helping of rapid-fire, bite-sized news announcements during the return of the INDIE Waves segment.
The annual INDIE Live Expo Awards also returns to bestow recognition upon critically acclaimed titles, with awards given by a panel of games industry veterans from around the world.
In the last four years, INDIE Live Expo has showcased more than 2,750 games across the globe with broadcasts in English, Japanese, Chinese and Korean. Last year’s show accumulated more than 7.4 million viewers.
Sponsorship opportunities are available with a plethora of options for exposure to millions of gamers across the globe, including original segments, promotional videos, logo placement, and more. For more information, please view the sponsorship video here.
Rewatch the full stream of INDIE Live Expo 2024 on YouTube here, and keep up with the latest indie with a free subscription to the “INDIE Live Expo Letter” digital magazine where developers, publishers and creators can keep up with the latest industry trends.
MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics Gameplay
Capcom has unleashed its licensed legacy onto consoles with Marvel vs Capcom: Fighting Collection. In this video, we go through multiple titles and give them a try, while trying not to get smeared by the foes ahead of course.
MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics Gameplay
The Punisher – Full Playthrough – MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
The Punisher was the odd duck of the set within Marvel vs Capcom: Fighting Collection. Join us as we go from start to finish in ths beat-em up classic.
The Punisher – Full Playthrough – MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics
The legendary crossover hits are back! The action-packed lineup consisting of seven unique titles, is full of heavy hitters like X-MEN VS. STREET FIGHTER, and MARVEL vs. CAPCOM 2 New Age of Heroes. The collection also includes the rare beat ’em up game, THE PUNISHER.
MARVEL vs. CAPCOM Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Publisher: CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Platform: Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Windows Release Date: 12 Sep, 2024 Price: $49.99 USD
Recommended – “Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics brings together a great piece of history in true form, surely to appease fans with its timeless charms and solid mechanics. While not updated, getting these titles on a new platform is sure to make any fighting fan burst into nostalgic joy.”
