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Dimhaven – The Lost Source Launches on PC in June 2026

From the team that brought players Quern, Dimhaven blends adventure, puzzle-solving and narrative-driven storytelling into an experience unlike anything before.

Budapest, Hungary – April 29, 2026– Developer Zadbox Entertainment and indie publisher Blue Brain Games today announced that Dimhaven – The Lost Source will release on PC via Steam in June 2026. Wishlisted by over 60,000 players, this first person mystery adventure invites players to step into the shoes of Emily Ravenstone and uncover the secrets of a forgotten island. 

To mark the announcement, the team has released a lost tape from Dimhaven – not a trailer, but a window into the world itself: the atmosphere, the world, the mood that awaits this summer. A free demo is available now on Steam, offering a glimpse into the retro European inspired tourist paradise and the mysterious events that left it abandoned.

About the Game

The team behind Quern brings a new narrative-driven first-person adventure: Dimhaven – The Lost Source. Puzzle solving, dialogues and optional challenges lead you through the story: you travel to the island of Dimhaven to investigate the disappearance of your uncle. But that’s only the beginning…

Key Features

  • First-Person Adventure from the team behind Quern – Step into the role of Emily Ravenstone and experience Dimhaven through her eyes as you explore a remote, mist-shrouded island in search of your missing uncle. Explore abandoned tourist sites, forgotten interiors, and eerie natural landscapes in a narrative driven mystery adventure.
  • Realistic Retro, European Inspired World – Explore a once vibrant tourist paradise shaped by retro European architecture, design, and atmosphere. Now almost completely abandoned and isolated, Dimhaven offers a haunting sense of nostalgia – a world that feels both familiar and mysterious.
  • Interconnected and Complex Puzzles – Solve puzzles, investigate locations, seek clues, and unlock hidden mechanisms through satisfying and rewarding gameplay. Every discovery brings you close to understanding the strange events that took place.
  • Investigative Elements – Piece together the truth behind the strange events through storytelling, documents, objects, and locations. Every detail may hold meaning, encouraging players to examine their surroundings closely and uncover the mysteries hidden across the island.
  • Camera and Notebook – Use Emily’s camera and notebook as essential investigative tools throughout the game. Capture important details, record discoveries, and keep a track of clues as you test your wits and uncover the secrets hidden in Dimhaven.

About Blue Brain Games

Blue Brain Games is an indie game developer and publisher based in Bratislava, Slovakia. Best known for the globally acclaimed The House of Da Vinci series, we craft puzzle adventures where history, storytelling, and imagination blend seamlessly. Since 2016, our titles have been enjoyed by more than 5 million players across PC, mobile, and consoles.

About Zadbox Entertainment

Zadbox Entertainment is an innovative puzzle game studio founded in 2015, specializing in atmospheric first-person adventures that challenge players’ minds and imagination. From our successful beginnings with a crowdfunded vision, we’ve grown into a recognized name in sophisticated puzzle design and storytelling.

Our debut title, Quern: Undying Thoughts, has established itself as a benchmark in the modern adventure genre, earning exceptional acclaim across all major platforms with a 91% positive rating on Steam and 4+ stars across PlayStation, Xbox, GOG, and Metacritic. With over 200,000 units sold, our dedicated community continues to grow, drawn to our unique approach to puzzle design and atmospheric worldbuilding.

At Zadbox, we’re devoted to redefining the boundaries of puzzle gaming through immersive narratives, intricate challenge design, and rich, atmospheric environments. 

WAAAGH! Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks Brings Ork Combat Racing to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on May 21st

More speed. More Orks. More platforms!

Watford Hive, Segmentum Solar, 026.M3 Publisher Wired Productions and developer Caged Element are gearing up to bring Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks to PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S on May 21st, 2026! Expect roaring engines, deafening dakka, and pure, unfiltered Orky chaos as the WAAAGH hits full throttle.

Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks smashes full cross-play across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, throwing everyone into one massive, high-speed scrap where only the loudest, fastest, and most reckless gitz make it out in one piece. No matter where you play, da WAAAGH rolls together.

The mayhem doesn’t stop there; following its May 21st digital release, in partnership with PM Studios, Wired Productions also is unleashing an exclusive physical retail edition of Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks for PlayStation 5 on July 16th, 2026. Same engines, same chaos, now crashing onto store shelves worldwide in full-throttle Orky glory.

Physical copies will be available at participating retailers globally, for more information please check out our site.

Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks is a high-octane combat racing game where players pilot Ork-built buggies and recently, added Deffkoptas, through explosive multiplayer mayhem. Combining over-the-top weapons, outrageous Orky energy, and relentless speed, it delivers a unique mix of racing and destruction inspired by the brutal Warhammer universe.

Key Features:

  • Multiple Chaotic Game Modes including Deff Rally, Kill Konvoy and Cusotm Rally
  • Authentic Warhammer 40,000 worlds and vehicles.
  • Real-Time Co-Op Building and community features.
  • The Orkiest Game EVER
  • Fast, Brutal, Kunning Combat
  • Extensive Customization Options
  • A robust creation mode allowing you to build new levels in real time with your friends.

Wishlist now on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S and get ready for the release on May 21st!

Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks is also available now on Steam.

About GAMES WORKSHOP

Games Workshop® Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer®: Age of Sigmar® and Warhammer® 40,000® games, miniatures, novels, and model kits through more than 553 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop® or Warhammer®), the www.games-workshop.com web store and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide. More information about Games Workshop and its other related brands and product ranges (including our publishing division ‘Black Library’ and our special resin miniatures studio ‘Forge World’) can be found at www.games-workshop.com.       

Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks © Copyright Games Workshop Limited 202 5. Speed Freeks, the Speed Freeks logo, GW, Games Workshop, Space Marine, 40K, Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000, 40,000, the ‘Aquila’ Double-headed Eagle logo, and all associated logos, illustrations, images, names, creatures, races, vehicles, locations, weapons, characters, and the distinctive likeness thereof, are either ® or TM, and/or © Games Workshop Limited, variably registered around the world, and used under licence. All rights reserved to their respective owners.

About Caged Element
Caged Element is a passionate and independent game development studio that specializes in intense vehicular combat titles.  With their previous title GRIP, they unleashed a flurry of speed and chaos upon the gaming world and are excited to extend that experience through SPEED FREEKS.  WAAAGH!

About Wired Productions 
Wired Productions is a true Indie Publisher proudly presenting a diverse range of specially curated games from some of the greatest storytellers and independent developers. Wired has an award-winning collection of titles including Hotel Architect, Task Time, KARMA: The Dark World, Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles, and Martha Is Dead. Announced upcoming titles are When Sirens Fall Silent and BrokenLore: DON’T LIE. Find @WiredP on YouTube, Discord, and BlueSky.

MAXOUT DEBUTS AS THE ULTIMATE ALL-IN-ONE ESPORTS ECOSYSTEM

BROOKLYN, NEW YORK, APRIL 27, 2026 – Cyber Tech Mob, Inc., an emerging technology provider for the competitive gaming space, announced today the upcoming launch of MaxOut, the ultimate esports ecosystem built to support multiple aspects of competitive gaming in one place. Available soon on mobile and browser platforms, MaxOut brings together targeted global leaderboards, professional management tools, and features aimed to support teams, leagues, casters, coaches, and competitors across the entire esports industry.

Register for the MaxOut Beta HEREwww.MaxOut.pro 

After years of development and recent beta testing, MaxOut is approaching 10,000 registered users and has partnered with multiple esports organizations, including FSN Asia, Orion Gaming, Apex Esports, and more.

Built for a fragmented industry that often depends on multiple disconnected platforms, MaxOut combines essential esports tools and features into a unified destination. More than a single-purpose platform, MaxOut is designed as a complete ecosystem for competitive gaming, targeted global leaderboards, professional management tools, and integrated features that make it easier to compete, organize, track progress, and stay connected.

“I’ve been a competitor my entire life, and one of the biggest problems in esports is fragmentation,” said Bryan Ragin, founder of MaxOut. “People are forced to use different platforms for rankings, stats, event operations, communication, and visibility. The worst part is that many of those tools are not specific to esports. We are the first platform in the world to address many of these issues, some of them at a microscale. With this beta, we are introducing the core of MaxOut, with more features and tools already in the works. We expect to keep building on that foundation as we continue addressing more of the needs in esports and beyond.”

MaxOut is currently conducting a closed beta, with registration open now at www.MaxOut.pro.

As MaxOut begins making its presence known in the scene, the company is focusing on creating strategic networks of regional managers, league organizers, and users who share our vision and believe they can contribute valuable feedback, help shape the platform and grow together with us.

“We truly love the direction MaxOut is heading. We’re excited about what the future holds, and we’re very happy and proud to be part of this journey.” – Orion Gaming

Built Around the Core Needs of Esports
MaxOut is title – and platform-agnostic, with active communities already formed for Brawl Stars, Valorant, Call of Duty, Pokemon, League Of Legends, Inazuma, PUBG and more.

The Ultimate Esports Ecosystem
MaxOut is designed to bring multiple parts of the competitive gaming experience together into one connected platform, instead of forcing users to rely on separate tools and services.

For Teams, Leagues, Casters, Coaches, and More
MaxOut is designed to support more than just players. It is built for the broader esports community, including the people and organizations behind the competition. Its integrated prize and milestone systems help keep users engaged while creating a clear path toward partner status and revenue-sharing opportunities.

Targeted Global Leaderboards
MaxOut gives users structured visibility through leaderboards built to highlight performance, progression, and competition across different regions, communities, and titles.

Professional Management Tools
MaxOut includes professional management tools built to simplify esports operations at scale. This includes Snap Stats, an AI-powered feature that allows users to update results with a screenshot for games that do not have APIs, making stat reporting faster, easier, and less dependent on manual spreadsheet entry.

All the Tools and Features Needed, In One Place
From event support and social engagement to player tracking and beyond, MaxOut brings together the tools and features esports users need most in one platform. By making the business side more manageable, MaxOut allows users to focus more on their talents while making collaboration and growth easy and more scalable.

ABOUT CYBER TECH MOB
Cyber Tech Mob (CTM) was founded in 2023 by lifelong Esports competitor, team manager and event organizer Bryan Ragin. Cyber Tech Mob’s MaxOut platform is a comprehensive competition hub offering efficient solutions to competitive gaming. MaxOut delivers a user-friendly, fair, and rewarding platform to organize and host competitive Esports events. MaxOut offers efficient solutions to hosting events, organized and precise event history and statistics, verified results, dedicated match pages and social features that keep users and fans engaged and connected. 

Brain-Teasing Action Roguelite Demon Lord: Just A Block Moves the World on PC Today 

BELMONT, Calif. – April 29, 2026 – Demon Lord: Just A Block, the action roguelite where the world only moves when the player does, from developer YuWave and publisher Skystone Games, unleashes blocky fury on PC via Steam today. 

This vibrant pixel world bends to the beheaded Demon Lord’s will and pace. Choose to think ahead and strategize each move, or swiftly slay enemies! Lend a hand head to old-time allies and take down the usurping Dragon Queen Heyla. Complete seven chapters to reach three distinct endings.

Progress through nine gradually increasing difficulty ascensions, customizing builds with hundreds of abilities and 14 different weapons with dynamic powerups catering to a diverse array of playstyles. Command a Bat squad to hunt down the squishy slime, or use the Eyeball Blaster to shoot a powerful laser beam at groups of creepy spiders. Covet bountiful chests and take home numerous collectibles, including shiny stickers, distinct skins, and more.

Challenge dozens of formidable bosses, many taking inspiration from classic puzzle games. Find the optimal strategies to break through their mind-teasing mechanics. Calculate, mark, and clear an entire chamber full of mines in one battle, and dodge attacks while directing and droppingblocks that will deal massive damage once dissolved in another. 

Demon Lord: Just A Block is easy to pick up and rewarding for those who love experimenting with creative playstyles and synergies across different builds,” said solo developer YuWave. “I took inspiration from lots of classic roguelikes as well as puzzle games, and welcome players to approach those unique but nostalgic boss challenges today!”

Demon Lord: Just A Block is available now on PC via Steam for $12.99 USD with a 10% launch discount and language support for English, Simplified & Traditional Chinese, French, German, Spanish – Spain, Russian, Japanese, Portuguese – Brazil, and Korean. 

Learn more about Demon Lord: Just A Block by visiting the official Steam Page, following @YuWaveStudio on social media, joining the official Discord community, and searching the hashtag #DemonLordJustABlock.

About YuWave

YuWave is a solo indie developer dedicated to bringing strange ideas to life in the form of games. The demo for their first commercially released title Demon Lord: Just A Block, received more than 40,000 downloads on Steam, with a 98% positive rating. YuWave is committed to creating simple games that are easy to pick up, yet rewarding to master through unique mechanics and strategic depth, even if just with a blocky head.

The Cenobites Are Back in the New Developer Diary Video for Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival

See how Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games are weaving a new nightmare from horror’s unholiest legends

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.April 29, 2026 – Behold…they have returned! Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival, the survival-horror action game coming later this year to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and Steam, has summoned a new developer diary video today, this time focusing on the godlike beings of torment you fear and love: the Cenobites. Join Doug Bradley, voice of Pinhead himself, for this inside look at how the crews at Saber Interactive and Boss Team Games will bring you face to face with the icons of Hell like you’ve never experienced them before!

While his infamy has grown into the stuff of legends in the nearly four decades since the original Hellraiser’s debut, Pinhead has always been more than a mindless killing machine. With Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival, Saber and Boss Team Games are delving deeper into the twisted depths of who the Cenobites are…and what they may really be after.

As players investigate this bloodcurdling mystery, they’ll have to survive an unimaginable realm of suffering from the Cenobites, including Chatterer, Butterball, the Female Cenobite, and Pinhead himself, each faithfully brought to un-life in unique ways reflected by the game’s atmosphere, environmental design and more.

Embark on a battle for survival against Hell’s armies with a terrifying new story in the Hellraiser universe in Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival! Descend into the darkest depths of the underworld to rescue your love from the depraved clutches of the Cenobites. Face your deepest fears against deviant wretches, cultists and creatures with the infernal powers of the Genesis Configuration puzzle box and an arsenal of earthly weapons.

Pre-order one of two special Collector’s Editions of Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival featuring a variety of exclusive, licensed collectibles at hellraiser.bossteamgames.com.

Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival is available to wishlist on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. For more info, visit www.HellraiserGame.com.

About Saber Interactive

Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 15 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles includeWarhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park: Survival, Turok: Origins, World War Z, SnowRunner, Expeditions: A MudRunner Game, A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead and RoadCraft. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with leading developers and publishers, including producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others. Learn more at https://saber.games.

About Boss Team Games

Boss Team Games, LLC is focused on crafting unforgettable experiences across console, PC, mobile, and VR platforms. The company has worked with top entertainment companies to bring iconic characters and franchises to life such as Evil Dead: The Game, Cobra Kai: Card Fighter, and the RetroRealms series featuring Halloween and Ash vs Evil Dead. Stay connected with Boss Team Games on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @bossteamgames for the latest updates or visit the company website at bossteamgames.com.

Game content, code, and other game development materials © 2026 Saber Interactive Inc. Other game content and code is © 2026 Lament GameCo, LLC. Published by Saber Interactive Inc. Saber Interactive™ and the Saber Interactive logo are trademarks of Saber Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Hellraiser™ and The Hellbound Heart titles, characters, settings, protected marks, plot lines, and themes are exclusively licensed for video games to Lament GameCo, LLC by Clive Barker and Park Avenue Entertainment, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

Assetto Corsa Rally and FIA Announce Global Esports Partnership

Introducing the “FIA Esports Global Rally Tour” 

Milan, 29th April, 2026 505 Games and Supernova Games Studios, in technical partnership with KUNOS Simulazioni, are proud to announce that Assetto Corsa Rally (ACR) has been chosen by FIA (Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile – the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide) as the exclusive official platform for a landmark new international rally esports competition: the FIA Esports Global Rally Tour. 

This new initiative, driven by FIA President H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, has received unanimous support from all FIA regions; it will include both online qualifiers and regional shootouts and marks a major milestone in the global evolution of rally esports aligning with FIA’s commitment to inspire future generations while doubling global participation in motorsport. 

The FIA Esports Global Rally Tour will feature a multi‑stage competitive format, giving thousands of Assetto Corsa Rally players worldwide the opportunity to compete in a structured, merit‑based championship. 

Beginning on May 12, a global online qualifier hosted on Assetto Corsa Rally will select 56 top drivers worldwide: 16 from Europe (combined North and South) and 8 from each of the other five participating regions MENA, North America, South America, Asia‑Pacific, and Africa. 

Following the initial qualification phase, the competition will move into regional shootouts, featuring a knockout format with quarter‑finals, semi‑finals, and a final. 

The series will begin with the Asia‑Pacific regional shootout on 23 June, held during the FIA Conference in Macau, S.A.R. China

The European regional shootout will follow on 16 –18 October in Frankfurt, Germany, as part of the SimRacing Expo

Dates and locations for the remaining regional shootouts will be announced at a later stage. 

From this phase, the 16 best virtual rally drivers in the world will earn access to the FIA Esports Global Rally Tour Finals, scheduled to take place during FIA Awards Week in Shanghai in December, where they will compete head‑to‑head for international recognition, prestige, and a place on the global esports stage.  

The championship will culminate on 12 December 2026, during the FIA Awards Ceremony, with the top two drivers facing off live on stage in a side‑by‑side Grand Final. 

“One of the FIA’s key priorities is to develop the field of Esports and to connect its rapidly growing audience with our National Sporting Authorities around the world, in order to help strengthen their local initiatives”, said Niroshan Pereira, the FIA Esports Commission President.  “The FIA Esports Global Rally Tour truly embodies this vision and marks a significant step forward for the sport. Rallying enjoys boundless popularity, and I am delighted to expand the scope of our Esports competitions – which have so far been focused on circuit racing – to include the discipline of rallying.  We can expect to see thousands of drivers from around the world competing on Assetto Corsa Rally for the chance to showcase their talent in front of all the FIA World Champions in Shanghai later this year at the FIA Awards ceremony.” 

“Being selected by the FIA as the official platform for a global rally esports competition of this scale represents an important validation step for Assetto Corsa Rally and for the work carried out by Supernova Game Studio to date”, commented Mauro Notarberardino, Studio Director at Supernova Games Studio.  “While the game is still in its Early Access phase, it is already considered one of the reference points within the rally sim racing landscape. This recognition represents a promising foundation as we look ahead to the future potential of Assetto Corsa Rally.” 

Currently available in Early Access on Steam, Assetto Corsa Rally, is the newest entry in the acclaimed Assetto Corsa Franchise and brings the acclaimed realistic driving physics of the AC series to one of the most demanding and spectacular forms of motorsport, delivering an authentic and immersive experience that captures the essence of rally racing — where speed, precision, and adaptability merge into one intense challenge. 

Further details regarding the FIA Esports Global Rally Tour will be announced soon; make sure to follow ACR official website and Asseto Corsa Social channels to not miss updates! 

Assetto Corsa Rally  is available now on  Steam Early Access  with a limited-time 20% discount on the standard price of €29,99 / $29.99 / £24.99 as part of the current AC Franchise Sales. 

The Assetto Corsa Franchise Sale is currently live on Steam; players can take advantage of significant discounts on selected AC titles and contents until May 4, including: 

  • Assetto Corsa EVO and Assetto Corsa Rally – 20% off 
  • Assetto Corsa and Assetto Corsa Competizione – 75% off
    • Additional discounts available on selected DLCs 

About 505 Games

505 Games, a Digital Bros’ subsidiary, is a global publisher focused on offering a broad selection of video games for players of all ages and skill levels.The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on console and PC platforms as well as mobile devices. Publishing highlights include DEATH STRANDING (PC), Control, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Ghostrunner, Gems of War, Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. 505 Games has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, Italy, Australia, China and Japan.

This Isn’t Poker. This Is Apokerlypse! Out Now on Steam

Turn every hand into a deadly advantage in a brutal roguelike card battler where builds evolve and survival is never guaranteed.

Shanghai, China – April 29, 2026. Indie developer Breaker Games is thrilled to announce that Apokerlypse, the strategic roguelike card battler set in the world of Apocalypse Party, is now available on PC via Steam for $9.99USD / £8.50GBP / €9.99EUR with a limited-time20% launch discount.

At its core, Apokerlypse is built for deep experimentation and endless replayability. Players choose from five unique heroes, each offering distinct playstyles, skill sets, and chip pools that fundamentally shape how every run unfolds. From there, progression expands through more than 70 skills and affixes, alongside 400 Demon Chips that dramatically alter strategies and enable wildly different builds. Combined with 13 powerful card enchantments and full deck control systems that allow players to buy, remove, and refine their decks, every run becomes an exercise in adaptation and optimisation.

Watch the Apokerlypse launch trailer below

Beyond solo play, Apokerlypse introduces a layered multiplayer experience designed to keep players constantly on edge. Players can challenge real builds asynchronously, facing decks created by others across the globe, or step into 2–3 PvP online multiplayer matches, a rare twist on the genre where high-stakes decision-making and risk collide in chaotic, strategy-driven showdowns.

For even more unpredictability, dedicated multiplayer modes introduce wildcard mechanics such as Destiny Cards and Party Feasts, which can radically shift the flow of any match and force players to rethink their strategies in real time.

Whether playing alone or competing against others, progression is always moving forward. As players climb the ranks, enemy builds grow more complex, demanding sharper strategies, stronger combinations, and constant adaptation to survive.

For those wanting a taste before diving in, a free standalone prologue, Hell is Empty, Demons Are Playing Apokerlypse, is available now on Steam. This single-player-focused prequel tells a self-contained story across three chapters, casting players as Satan on a brutal ascent through the underworld. While the prologue focuses on curated narrative encounters, the full release of Apokerlypse expands into a deeper roguelike experience with full progression systems, build diversity, and multiplayer modes. Download Hell is Empty, Demons Are Playing Apokerlypse for free on Steam now. 

Apokerlypseis available now on Steam. The table is set… play your hand wisely.

About Breaker Game Studio:

Breaker Game Studio was established in January 2023 as a beacon of innovation and dedication in the gaming industry. Its core members hail from the renowned Lilith Games, bringing with them a wealth of experience and expertise in game design and programming. The founders of Breaker Game Studio are recognized figures in the gaming industry, known for their extensive experience in game development and management. This blend of talent and experience forms the foundation of the studio’s success. The genesis of Breaker Game Studio was inspired by the indie game “Project Zero,” created by the studio’s founder, Wilson. Released in September 2022, “Project Zero” achieved remarkable success, quickly rising to the top of Steam’s ‘Hot New Games’ list and earning overwhelmingly positive reviews from players worldwide. This success laid the groundwork for the establishment of Breaker Game Studio.As a rising star in the gaming world, Breaker Game Studio is committed to delivering top-tier content that resonates with players across the globe. 

Mobile Puzzle Game Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster Announced 

Pre-registration for Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster open today

Shanghai, ChinaApril 29, 2026 | Chinese publisher HAOPLAY is thrilled to announce Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster, a casual puzzle game scheduled to launch on iOS and Android later this year. Pre-registration is open from today, promising a whole host of rewards upon the game’s official launch for anyone that signs up.

In Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster, players assume the role of Captain Quack, a duck tasked with helming a magical ark on an oceanic voyage, in a world that’s been devastated by monsters. Quack — along with super-powered avian companions they’ve recruited along the way — must battle dangerous enemies, and overcome many obstacles, on their way to finding a new home for the flock.

Each stage involves players managing a group of birds, as they fire eggs at a variety of adversaries down a pachinko-style board. The goal is to eliminate monsters, and rack up points, by ricocheting eggs from one foe to the next until the board is clear. 

Players can optimise their approach on each level with their squad selection: while only five birds can be selected for each stage, there are up to fifty unique birds in the game, across six different classes — Celestial, Cold, Combo, Fire, Lightning, and Strike. Classes interact with one another in different ways, allowing players to try different combinations to find the optimal strategy. Bird stats can be improved through evolving and levelling up, abilities can be altered via the card system, and new equipment can be forged to increase the team’s overall combat power. 

In addition to the main campaign, players can hone their skills in the demanding Purgatory Tower, relax and reel in some monsters at the Fishing Ground, or take on other players in the Starry Expedition mode.

Pre-registration is open now on the official Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster website. Anyone who signs up before launch will receive the following rewards when the game is released later this year:

  • Tier 1 Reward: Mystery Egg x10, Gold x1000
  • Tier 2 Reward: Rare Egg x5, Runestone x50
  • Tier 3 Reward: S-Class Hero Shard x10, Bone x100
  • Tier 4 Reward: A-Class Monster Capsule x5, Exclusive “Novice” Avatar Frame
  • Tier 5 Reward: A-Class Hero – Cutie Duck

Quack Quack Attack – PEGG Blaster will launch later this year on iOS and Android.

About HAOPLAY

HAOPLAY is a leading mobile game publisher with offices in Shanghai, Hong Kong, Taipei, Seoul and Los Angeles. Founded in 2019, HAOPLAY collaborates with top game designers and developers worldwide to bring high-quality mobile games to the global market. Whether it’s exceptional games from China, or captivating titles from around the globe, HAOPLAY is dedicated to advancing the gaming industry and enhancing the player experience of gamers around the world.

FOLLOW THE PATHS OF FATE WITH FINAL FANTASY XIV PATCH 7.5 TRAIL TO THE HEAVENS, OUT TODAY

New Content Includes New Main Scenario Quests, Echoes of Vana’diel Part 3 – Windurst: The Third Walk, and More

SQUARE ENIX today released the latest major patch for FINAL FANTASY XIV Online with Patch 7.5: Trail to the Heavens.

The Warrior of Light’s journey continues with new main scenario quests in the first of a two-part conclusion to the story told throughout the Dawntrail patch series. Further additions and challenges also arrive, including the final instalment of the Echoes of Vana’diel alliance raid series, The Clyteum dungeon, the Enuo trial in both Normal and Extreme difficulties and Shinryu’s Domain (Unreal) trial.

The patch also introduces a variety of additions for players, including the addition of The Dusk Vigil and Shisui of the Violet Tides to the Duty Support system, a new PvP Crystalline Conflict arena, Ocean Fishing updates as well as Housing updates and much more. Finally, newcomers can also look forward to the latest update to the Free Trial, which now allows players to experience the critically acclaimed Shadowbringers expansion (and updates through Patch 5.58) with no restriction on playtime.

Further details on content coming in Patch 7.5 are below:

  • New Main Scenario Quests
  • Duty Support Additions – Support for The Dusk Vigil & Shisui of the Violet Tides will be added
  • PvP Updates – PvP Series 11 begins, with adjustments to existing PvP actions and the addition of a new Crystalline Conflict arena: the Archeia Harmonia
  • New Dungeon – The Clyteum
  • New Alliance Raid – Echoes of Vana’diel, Part 3 – Windurst: The Third Walk
  • New Trial – Enuo – Includes both Normal and Extreme difficulties
  • New Unreal Trial – Shinryu’s Domain (Unreal): Take on the mighty Shinryu at level 100
  • Ocean Fishing Update – New route (towards Thavnair)
  • Housing Update – Increased limits for interior and exterior furnishings, new interior designs, and more
  • Armoire Update – A dramatic increase to the number of items that can be stored
  • Miscellaneous Updates – Companion Chocobo system update, more convenient crafting updates, and more.

Players can also look forward to a number of additional updates set to arrive as part of the Patch 7.5x series, details can be found below:

  • Cosmic Exploration: New Planet – Auxsia (Patch 7.51) – A new planet for intrepid crafters and gatherers to explore, as well as additional updates and changes
  • New Custom Deliveries – Tiisol Ja (Patch 7.51)
  • Allied Society Capstone Quests (Patch 7.55)
  • New Ultimate Raid (Patch 7.51)
  • New Occult Crescent Update (Patch 7.55) – New zone with new monsters, Critical Encounters, increased knowledge level, and multiple new Phantom Jobs
  • Inconceivably Further Hildibrand Adventures (Patch 7.55)
  • Phantom Weapon updates (Patch 7.55)
  • New Limited Job – Beastmaster (Patch 7.56) – Capture beasts and call upon them to fight at your side!

For the latest information set to arrive with Patch 7.5, please visit the promotional site at: https://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/dawntrail/patch_7_5/

The next expansion for FINAL FANTASY XIV Online was revealed by Producer and Director Naoki Yoshida during the keynote address of the FINAL FANTASY XIV Fan Festival 2026 in Anaheim on Friday 24th April 2026. Titled Evercold, the expansion continues the story of the Warrior of Light and sets in motion the start of the Godless Realms Saga story arc alongside a wealth of new content and updates. For more information on Evercold please visit the special site: https://eu.finalfantasyxiv.com/evercold/

The teaser trailer for Evercold can be viewed here:

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New XCOM tabletop game, Steam Sale, and more announced for Firaxis Games’ 30th anniversary

Today, for the 30th Anniversary of Firaxis Games on May 1, Firaxis announced a month-long celebration and revealed a new logo that reflects the current studio identity and today’s digital world. The logo is a bridge between the studio’s legacy and its future – modern, clear, and built for the next 30 years of strategy. As a thank you to fans, Firaxis has a packed calendar of events and updates this month.

  • April 30 – Steam Legacy Sale: Firaxis kicks off with huge savings for Steam players on some of the best Firaxis titles from over the years.
  • May 1 – Anniversary Celebration: Fans can visit Firaxis Social channels to join the official anniversary celebration, featuring a fun, new giveaway.
  • May 19 – GamesBeat Summit: Heather Hazen, President of Firaxis Games, will appear at the GamesBeat Summit to talk shop about the industry and the studio’s vision.
  • Exclusive Merch: Firaxis has produced a very limited run of 30th-anniversary gear to share with some of the creators who have championed Firaxis games over the years.
  • XCOM Tabletop Game: Firaxis is very excited to partner with Modiphius on a new XCOM tabletop game launching this month, inspired by Enemy Unknown.
  • GeForce Now: Firaxis is working closely with NVIDIA to bring many fan-favorite legacy titles to the cloud. Tune in to the NVIDIA GeForce Now Blog this Thursday for more information!

For full details on the 30th Anniversary celebration, please read the anniversary blog post here.