Start Playing Today with Save File Carryover; Digital and Physical Pre-orders Galore, Including Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY Zack Fair Card Featuring Variant Art by Tetsuya Nomura for the physical Nintendo Switch 2 edition – Prepare for the Final Entry of the Remake Trilogy, Currently in Development

SYDNEY (Apr. 29, 2026) – Today, SQUARE ENIX released a free demo for FINAL FANTASY™ VII REBIRTH, the acclaimed sequel and second game in the FINAL FANTASY VII remake project, on Nintendo Switch™ 2, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox on PC with Xbox Play Anywhere support. Players can start their adventure today and carry their progress into the full game, set for release on June 3, 2026. Downloading and playing the demo rewards players with bonuses for the full game, such as a Kupo Charm that boosts the chance of collecting extra materials, along with a Survival Set.

The demo features Chapters 1 and 2 of the full game. In Chapter 1, Cloud Strife recalls a fateful moment from five years ago: “the Nibelheim incident.” Take control of a younger Cloud and the legendary war hero Sephiroth as they investigate the sudden appearance of monsters outside Cloud’s hometown. When a dark truth comes to light, the course of their lives and the fate of the planet will change forever.

In Chapter 2, Cloud and his friends set forth on a new adventure across the Grasslands region. Enjoy several hours of thrilling combat, hidden treasures, side stories and the beloved Queen’s Blood card game. Discover the acclaimed battle system featuring new Synergy Abilities and the flexible combination of real-time action with strategic commands. Take advantage of new “Streamlined Progression” features that allow players to focus on the story, such as unlimited HP and MP, always-full ATB gauge and easier weapon ability acquisition.

Players can pre-order the full game on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox to receive the following bonuses:

• Digital Edition
  • Standard – Includes the Moogle Trio and Posh Chocobo Summoning Materia, Armor: Shinra Bangle Mk. II and Midgar Bangle Mk. II.
  • Digital Deluxe Edition – Includes the Standard edition bonuses, plus the Magic Pot Summoning Materia, Accessory: Reclamant Choker, Armor: Orchid Bracelet, Digital Art Book and Digital Mini Soundtrack.

• Physical Edition – Those who pre-order the physical Nintendo Switch 2 edition of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH will receive one Magic: The Gathering—FINAL FANTASY Zack Fair card featuring variant art by Tetsuya Nomura, while supplies last.

Set across a vast and vibrant planet, FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH sees Cloud, Tifa, Barret, Aerith and Red XIII escape from the dystopian city of Midgar into the wide world beyond. To hunt down Sephiroth, a haunting figure from Cloud’s past bent on ruling the planet, these unlikely heroes join forces with new companions like the spirited ninja operative Yuffie and the wisecracking, feline-shaped robot Cait Sith. FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH delivers an unforgettable experience to players filled with unexpected twists, memorable characters and jaw-dropping set pieces that longtime fans and newcomers can both enjoy.

Also available on PS5® and PC, FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH has earned more than 125 perfect scores from media and 40 Game of the Year awards. With this upcoming release on Nintendo Switch 2 and Xbox, alongside the previous launch of FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE INTERGRADE, the FINAL FANTASY VII remake trilogy-so-far will be available across all modern platforms. No matter where they play, fans can catch up and prepare for the third and final installment, currently in production.

For more information, visit: https://ffvii.square-enix-games.com/games/rebirth/.

About FINAL FANTASY VII

First released in 1997 on the PlayStation® computer entertainment system, FINAL FANTASY VII celebrated its 25th Anniversary in 2022. The game is universally regarded as a hallmark title of the RPG genre. The original title received high praise for its epic storyline, unique characters, and movie sequences that utilized the most cutting-edge technology of the time. Since then, the game revolving around iconic hero, Cloud Strife and his pursuit of the antagonist Sephiroth has sold over 15.3 million copies worldwide and continues to receive widespread acclaim from critics and fans around the world. The popular game has even expanded into spin-offs, films and merchandise.

Now, Square Enix’s FINAL FANTASY VII remake project created by a team of original and new developers, retells the story of the genre-redefining RPG across three distinct, and standalone games. The first game of the trilogy, FINAL FANTASY VII REMAKE is now available on the PC, PS5®, PS4®, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox PC and Nintendo Switch™ 2 platforms. FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH, the second game in the trilogy, is now available on the PC and PS5 platforms and will be available on June 3, 2026 for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox on PC, and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms. FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH has been praised by both players and critics across the globe, earning more than 125 perfect scores from media and 40 Game of the Year awards, and is available now for PC and the PS5® console.

About Square Enix, Inc.

Ranked as the #1 Publisher of the Year in 2025 by Metacritic.

Square Enix, Inc. develops, publishes, distributes and licenses SQUARE ENIX and TAITO branded entertainment content throughout the Americas as part of the Square Enix group of companies. The Square Enix group of companies boasts a valuable portfolio of intellectual property including: FINAL FANTASY, which has sold over 209 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST, which has sold over 97 million units worldwide; and the legendary SPACE INVADERS. Square Enix, Inc. is a U.S.-based, wholly owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd.

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

SEATTLE — April 28, 2026 — Drill Core, the roguelite mining strategy simulator from developer Hungry Couch and publisher tinyBuild, explores a new tech biome with today’s launch of ‘The Machine World DLC’ on PC via Steam. Wide-eyed Platform Managers also join the assembly line as Drill Core launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch today. 

The well-meaning (but totally notnefarious) family at Drill Core Inc. welcomes new and veteran miners to the rustic depths of the Tech Biome. Descend through uncharted territory where robotic foes, towering boss encounters, and unforeseen events stand in the way of mining crucial resources.

Exploit recruit fresh talent from five new specialists, with their own suite of gameplay abilities. Choose carefully, as once these specialists perish, they will never return. Extract resources during the day, deploy factory-ready drone turrets at night, and experiment with updated builds through the laboratory upgrade branch before calling it a day. Alter gameplay with the Distortion mechanic, sell perks for profit, and conquer greater challenges through 10 new difficulty levels.  Join a hard-working (and totally notburnt out) team of Platform Managers as they lead miners, carriers, and guards across grueling expeditions for resources. Repel enemies with sturdy defenses, research cutting-edge innovations, and manage resources effectively to keep the workflow on track.

“Upper management couldn’t contain themselves with ‘The Machine World DLC’ and all the new content it offers,” said Konstantin Burov, Head of Hungry Couch Games. “While the Machine World DLC is exclusive to PC, there’s still plenty of work to go around. We can’t wait to see what revenue Platform Managers on consoles can generate for us.”

Drill Core’s ‘The Machine World DLC’ is available now for Windows PC via Steam. The R’n’D Department also greets novice miners on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox Series X|S today.

For more information, visit developer Hungry Couch’s official website, wishlist Drill Core on Steam, and follow @tinyBuild and @HungryCouchGame on X (formerly Twitter).

About Hungry Couch

Hungry Couch was founded in April 2019 by CEO Konstantin Burov. In 2021, the studio joined the tinyBuild family before the launch of their debut title, the open-world skypunk sandbox game Black Skylands, in 2023. The studio is now proud to launch 1.0 of its second title, Drill Core.

About tinyBuild

tinyBuild is a Seattle-based indie label behind the Hello Neighbor franchise and over 30 renowned titles, including Hello Neighbor, Graveyard Keeper, SpeedRunners, Happy Humble’s Burger Farm, and Party Hard. With additional development offices in Amsterdam, Netherlands, Belgrade, Serbia, and Riga, Latvia, tinyBuild is rapidly building a portfolio of fun, high-quality games across multiple platforms.

TOKYO — 28 April 2026 — Magical Princess, the child-rearing simulator based on the beloved Magical board game series created by MAGI Inc., and developed by Neotro Inc., begins a tale of fatherhood today on PC via Steam for $14.99 with a 20% launch discount until Sunday, 10 May at 10:00 AM PDT.

Assume the role of young Alice’s dad and raise her to be the best daughter in all the land. Nurture her through the early stages of life, all the way through graduation from the Royal Magical Academy. 

Decide Alice’s daily schedule, focusing on academics, musical skills, and more to increase her stamina, intelligence, charm, and sense. Steer Alice down multiple paths, whether that’s becoming an ace student, a warrior princess, or a maniacal demon queen. Alice’s future falls in the hands of her father! 

Guide Alice through the nerves of first day school jitters at the Royal Magical Academy and help arrange her busy schedule. Optimize her classes Swordsmanship, Magic, Socializing, and Arts. Set aside time for extracurricular activities, and help her find a part-time job to understand the value of hard work. 

Encourage good relationships with classmates and help her avoid shady situations, or do the opposite, and watch her indulge in devious activities like thievery by spending time with the wrong influences. Help Alice deepen her friendships with peers, and find out if a special someone will become her Fated Partner, which can redirect the story down multiple paths.

Deepen the daughter-dad bond through daily conversation, and discover her mysterious magical connection to the looming Red Moon threatening the kingdom. Watch Alice’s life unfold through ups and downs across 700 pages of comic-style scenes, 100 illustrations, more than 170 date events and 50+ possible endings.

“The board games provide hours of fun, and we made sure the digital game has the same level of replayability,” says Hiroaki Omiya, Producer at MAGI Inc.. “With so many paths to take and endings to reach, no playthrough is exactly the same. Fans of the series will feel right at home in the lively kingdom of Panatelia, and newcomers may find themselves checking out the board game next!”

Magical Princess is now available on PC via Steam with support in English, Japanese, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese. To stay up to date, follow the Magical Series on X / Twitter, and follow the MAGI Inc. YouTube channel. Content creators can check the guidelines for Magical Princess on Steam.

About the Magical Series Board Games

“Magical Bakery” was the first game in the Magical Series of board games, first released in 2018, followed by “Magical Patisserie,” “Magical Kingdom,” and more, for a total of 11 games (including expansion packs). The games tell the story of an apprentice at a magical bakery that reaches the top of the kingdom. Magical Princess is the series’ first digital game and aims to spread the enjoyment of the Magical Series to players around the world.

About MAGI Inc.

MAGI Inc. is a board game creator that was established in 2015 and has created over 10 board games, including Magical Series board games “Magical Bakery,” “Magical Patisserie,” and “Magical Kingdom.”

Official Website: https://magiinc.jp/

About Neotro Inc.

Neotro Inc. is a development company established in 2016, known for NeverAwake and arcade SHMUP game VRITRA HEXA, as well as their experience with various other genres such as shooting, action, and puzzle games.

Build your own fighter with each run and master every move you choose in this action-packed experience made in collaboration with fighting game legends Justin Wong and JMCrofts!

AUSTIN, Texas – April 28, 2026 – Developer Red Moon Workshop is thrilled to debut the first official gameplay trailer for the single-player 2.5D roguelite fighting game hybrid Shot One Fighters! Meet a cast of colorful characters, design your perfect moveset, acquire powerful artifacts and face down ass-kicking bosses in this innovative new game by industry veteran developers and artists. Watch today’s trailer, wishlist on Steam and follow the Kickstarter now!

Developed in collaboration with fighting game community legends Justin Wong and JMCrofts, Shot One Fighters blends the complexity of competitive fighting games with an addictive, run-based, single-player roguelite formula to create a wholly unique new fighting game experience. Every move you earn is one you perform, from combos and counters to gap closers and more. Grab powerful artifacts that change the rules against a galaxy of challengers, ensuring no two runs are alike.

KEY FEATURES

• AN INTERGALACTIC JOURNEY: Embark on an epic, highly replayable, fully voice-acted, cinematic, intergalactic journey that stretches beyond the bounds of space and time!
• BUILD YOUR HERO, FIGHT YOUR WAY: Customize your hero’s moves with over 100 options to discover and unlock across three characters. Build your hero the way you like with easy-to-pick-up, streamlined controls for fighting game masters or first-time brawlers alike.
• A MECH TO CALL HOME: Slowly rebuild and populate a massive mech hub that you call home where much of the story will unfold!
• ROGUELITE REPLAYABILITY: Discover over 100 artifacts, from the powerful to the bizarre, to spice up your runs, and encounter over 60 unique events and colorful NPCs throughout your journey, each with their own story to tell and challenges to offer.

Shot One Fighters is available to wishlist on Steam now. Follow the game’s Kickstarter to stay up to date when it goes live! For more information, visit shotonefighters.com.

About Red Moon Workshop

Red Moon Workshop is a passionate collective of indie devs, storytellers and animators from around the world working together. We’ve come together with a shared passion of game development to craft fresh, exciting new spins on existing genres. We pride ourselves on working side by side with our communities to make our games the best they can be

A story trailer, new gameplay presentation, system requirements, details of each available edition and much more were revealed during the Road to Launch Event.

Highlights of the Road to Launch Event – full video is available below.

• The Blood of Dawnwalker is coming to PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S|X on September 3 and is now available to pre-order in stores and digitally.
• Story trailer – meet some of the allies Coen will encounter during his adventures across Vale Sangora.
• Gameplay presentation – over 10 minutes of new gameplay footage from the latest PC build.
• New track from the game’s soundtrack – presented in a video featuring a live band
• Detailed system requirements.
• Presentation of game editions details – available digitally and at game retailers worldwide.
• Dev diary – in-depth commentary on the game’s open world and narrative.
• Motion capture behind the scenes with former UFC champion Jan Błachowicz – one of the antagonists standing in Coen’s way.

Rebel Wolves, together with Bandai Namco Entertainment, revealed a wealth of new information about The Blood of Dawnwalker. The dark fantasy open world action RPG will launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on September 3, with pre-orders now open digitally and at major game retailers. The Road to Launch Event also showcased new gameplay footage, story details, game system requirements, and more.

The Blood of Dawnwalker – Watch the Road to Launch Event

The new story trailer introduces a cast of characters that Coen will encounter on his journey – some will become allies, others enemies, but all of them play a crucial role in the game’s story. Rebel Wolvesalso showcased never-before-seen locations across Vale Sangora, a mysterious region in the Carpathian Mountains, and offered deeper insight into the creative process behind bringing the game’s open world to life.

The developers also showcased over 10 minutes of footage captured on the most recent PC build, focusing on narrative-driven open-world activities. Players were shown how exploration can unlock new abilities, reveal hidden secrets, or introduce unexpected challenges that may alter the course of their journey. The gameplay also demonstrated how player actions influence the balance of power within the valley, reinforcing the game’s core principle: in The Blood of Dawnwalker, every action carries consequences.

All of the presented features, gameplay mechanics, and story details are explained in depth by members of the Rebel Wolves team, including Piotr Kucharski (Writer), Daria Bury-Zawada (Lead Gameplay Animator), Maciej Wiśniewski (Senior Level Designer), and Dorota Rutkowska (Producer).

Developers also prepared a behind-the-scenes video featuring former UFC champion Jan Błachowicz, who contributed to motion capture performances for one of the game’s antagonists, Bakir, a vampire from Brencis’ clique. In the feature, Błachowicz explains how his combat expertise helped bring authenticity and weight to the game’s fight sequences, ensuring that every swing, stab, and punch feels impactful and believable.

Pre-orders are now available for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Details about the upcoming editions, including the limited Collector’s Edition, have also been shared. In addition to the standard digital edition and the Day One Edition available in retail worldwide, players can purchase the Eclipse Edition, which includes digital bonuses such as a world compendium, game soundtrack, and a comic book.

Also revealed today were the official PC system requirements

Finally, players got to hear a brand-new piece of music from the game – “Uphill Battle”, presented as a music video featuring the musicians behind The Blood of Dawnwalker’s soundtrack. The full recording from the Road to Launch Event is available here LINK.

The Blood of Dawnwalker, the first game by Rebel Wolves, is developed using Unreal Engine 5 and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment. The game will launch on September 3 on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Pre-orders on all platforms are already available, and players can add the game to their wishlist. More details can be found on the official website:dawnwalkergame.com.

More about The Blood of Dawnwalker

Fourteenth-century Europe is engulfed in chaos – bloody wars tear the continent apart, and the Black Death takes a deadly toll. This moment of weakness is seized by a clique of powerful vampires. The time of great change is coming – for everyone.

You play as Coen, a young man who has become a Dawnwalker – no longer human, but not fully a vampire, sharing the strengths and weaknesses of both worlds.

Players follow Coen’s journey as he fights to save his family from Brancis, the vampire lord who rules his homeland, Vale Sangora – a mysterious region in the Carpathian Mountains. Along the way, he navigates uneasy alliances and dramatic confrontations, forging his own path in a world where every choice shapes both the story and the gameplay.

About Rebel Wolves

Rebel Wolves is a studio built on talent and ambition. A mixture of gamedev veterans and fresh blood that aims to create the dark fantasy games of their dreams. Established in 2022 in Warsaw, Poland, with a plan to bring RPG adventure to the next level. Fueled by strong vision and fascination with story-driven approach to games.

For more information please visit:www.rebel-wolves.com.

About Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S.

Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is a leading global publisher, developer, and distributor of entertainment content for platforms including, but not limited to, all major video game consoles and PC.

Producing intellectual property for a global audience, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, and production capabilities of Reflector Entertainment.

Based in Lyon, France, Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe is known for bringing many of the entertainment industry’s top franchises such as PAC-MAN™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, ACE COMBAT™, DARK SOULS™, and ELDEN RING™ to EMEA and ANZ markets.

For more information, please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu.

Digital Bros has entered into an agreement with Chinese developer Chengdu Lingze Technology Co. Ltd to acquire the Intellectual Property rights relating to the video game Wuchang: Fallen Feathers for a total consideration of RMB 32 million (approximately Euro 4 million). 

Milan – April 28th, 2026 – Digital Bros Group (DIB:MI), a video game company listed on the Euronext STAR Milan (ISIN: IT0001469995) and included in the FTSE Italia Small Cap index, announces that it has entered into an agreement with Chinese developer Chengdu Lingze Technology Co. Ltd. (“Leenzee”) to acquire the intellectual property rights (“the IP”) related to the video game Wuchang: Fallen Feathers (“the Transaction”).

The Transaction secures full ownership of the IP for the Group, enabling full retention of the value generated throughout its lifecycle and eliminating any future royalty obligations to the developer. The total consideration amounts to RMB 32 million (approximately Euro 4 million), that will be funded through the Group’s available credit lines.

Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, developed by Leenzee and published by the Group’s subsidiary 505 Games, is a soulslike action RPG set in the land of Shu during the dark and tumultuous late Ming Dynasty. The product was launched on July 24, 2025 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S and was made available through the subscription service Xbox Game Pass.

The game demonstrated strong commercial traction, reaching the top position in Steam’s Global Top Sellers chart ahead of release and attracting over 130,000 concurrent users on Steam on launch day. As of March 31, 2026, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers has sold over 1 million units, generating more than Euro 30 million in revenues (net of tax duties and commissions), confirming the strength of the product and its long-term potential. The collaboration with Leenzee has been positive and constructive to this day, with no outstanding economic disputes between the parties.

Securing the IP will enhance the Group’s ability to make timely decisions regarding its future development and related investments.

The Transaction is consistent with the Group’s strategy of increasing the share of fully owned intellectual property, supporting margin expansion and enhancing long-term value creation.

The Group does not expect the acquisition to have a significant impact on the business outlook for the current fiscal year previously disclosed to the market.

This press release is available on the websites www.digitalbros.com and www.1info.it

DIGITAL BROS GROUP
Listed on the Euronext STAR Milan, Digital Bros Group is a global company that has been operating since 1989 as a developer, publisher and distributor of video games through its brand 505 Games. Digital Bros Group is active around the world through its own direct operations in Italy, United States, UK, Czech Republic, China, Japan, Australia and Canada with 281 employees.

Developer Ankae Games is thrilled to announce that retro-meets-modern Zelda-like Elementallis is out now, April 28th, on PC (Steam, GoG), Nintendo Switch, PS4, PS5, and Xbox consoles as of 12pm ET / 9am PT / 17:00 UTC. 

Elementallis is a classic top-down adventure with a modernized retro aesthetic, capturing the essence of 2D-Zelda titles while adding its own unique spin through elemental magic gameplay. The Elements have gone wild due to your actions, and the world is now in danger. Guided by guilt, you embark on a journey of self-discovery to restore the elements in a dying world. Harness and master elemental powers to fight enemies, solve puzzles, and explore a vast world filled with ancient temples to heal a broken world and a broken self.

FEATURES

• Real-Time Combat: Fight enemies using the Elements alongside your sword and shield. Combine Fire, Water, Electricity, and more to exploit enemy weaknesses and overcome tough encounters.
• Challenging Temples: Prove your worth in 8 unique temples, full of intricate puzzles, hidden secrets, dangerous foes, and fun boss battles.
• Explore and Discover: Travel and explore 8 distinct biomes. They are filled with secrets, upgrades, and inhabitants in need of your help.
• Elemental Progression: Restore the Elements and unlock their abilities to open up new locations, solve puzzles, and access previously unreachable areas.
• Overcome Guilt: Experience a thought-provoking story of self-discovery and the journey to heal a broken world.

About AnKae Games

AnKae Games is an independent game development studio based in Barcelona, Spain, founded by self-taught developer and former engineer Iván Ruiz Lozano. Elementallis began development in late 2019 as a passion project and love letter to the classic adventure games of the past, successfully funded through a Kickstarter campaign. 

Milton Keynes, UK – 28 April, 2026: Developer MercurySteam and publisher 505 Games are pleased to share the second episode of the weekly feature video series dedicated to Blades of Fire – Version 2.0, launching on Steam PC on May 14. 

This new episode spotlights one of the key additions coming with Version 2.0 – an update designed to expand gameplay possibilities for Aran and Adso: Transmutation. 

You can check out the second episode here – Ep2 Transmuation

With Version 2.0, Blades of Fire introduces Transmutation, a brand-new system that allows players to convert materials directly at the forge. 

Players can transmute any material into another, provided it has already been discovered during their journey. The process is simple: select the material you want to create, then choose the material you wish to convert. 

Materials are grouped into tiers, with more lower-tier materials needed to transmute into a higher-tier material. Conversely, higher-tier materials can also be used to produce more lower-tier materials.  

Transmutation allows you to rebalance your inventory and turn excess resources into the exact materials your next weapon needs.  

Ready to see it in action?

Download the Blades of Fire demo, available now on Steam and experience the new Photo Mode – along with other features included in Version 2.0 – ahead of the official launch.  

Starting May 14, the 2.0 update will be available for free on all other platforms too (PS5, Xbox, Epic, PC). Don’t forget to wishlist Blades of Fire on Steam, and stay tuned for next week’s feature spotlight! 

A New Mission. A New face. A New Way to Experience the Sci-Fi Action Game MindsEye

Edinburgh, Scotland (April 28, 2026) | Today, following the acquisition of publishing rights from IOI Partners, independent game studio Build a Rocket Boy announced a permanent price reduction for the cinematic sci-fi action-adventure game MindsEye. Alongside the price update, players who purchase MindsEye can access the BLACKLISTED story mission, featuring espionage, deceit, and sabotage in Redrock City, via ARCADIA, an evolving hub of playable content with ongoing drops of missions, races, puzzles, and challenges. 

Starting today, MindsEye is available on Windows PC (via Steam and the Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S at a new SRP of $34.99 for the Standard Edition and $47.99 for the Deluxe Edition (standalone upgrade price now $17.99). 

Watch the MindsEye: BLACKLISTEDLaunch Trailer Here:

In MindsEye: BLACKLISTED, players step into the role of Julia Black, a world-class assassin deployed by Meridian to Redrock City. Her mission is simple: eliminate the key targets and shut down a deadly deal. Working for Meridian, an agency under pressure from both external forces and internal threats, every move Julia makes carries risk. Julia must infiltrate the criminal network, sabotage a deadly deal, and expose the truth.

Mark Gerhard, Co-CEO & CTO of Build a Rocket Boy, stated the following:

“BLACKLISTED marks the first new story campaign forMindsEye since launch, and we’re excited to welcome players back to Redrock City to experience it in a new way. Rather than traditional DLC, BLACKLISTED is delivered through our user-generated content platform ARCADIA, which is built intoMindsEye.” 

He continued, “Now is the perfect time to experience MindsEye, with over a year of enhancements, new content, and a more accessible price of entry. We look forward to continuing to expand MindsEye and ARCADIA, and seeing what players and creators will accomplish next.”

In addition to the BLACKLISTED mission, the latest update for MindsEye introduces new improvements across the core game, as well as adds new PC features to BUILD.ARCADIA — MindsEye’s built-in user-generated content platform that allows players to create new game experiences. New nodes include Point of Interest, Get Weapon Status, On Weapon Status Changed, and NPC Ambient Voice, along with improvements to several existing nodes. These nodes give ARCADIA builders new creation tools and options, enabling them to create even more immersive and engaging experiences.

For full patch notes and an overview of new content, please visit the MindsEye website.

ABOUT MINDSEYE

MindsEye is a single-player, story-driven sci-fi action-adventure thriller set in the near-future desert city of Redrock. Play as Jacob Diaz, a former soldier haunted by a mysterious implant and fractured memories. Complete cinematic missions, piece together your past, and expose a conspiracy in which rogue AI, corporate control, and a military program beyond oversight are exploiting a power source that was never meant to exist, triggering a threat that reaches far beyond the city.

ABOUT ARCADIA

ARCADIA offers new playable content: missions, races, puzzles, and challenges built by the BARB team, designed to keep MindsEye evolving beyond the main campaign.

ABOUT BUILD A ROCKET BOY

Build A Rocket Boy is an independent video game developer and entertainment company founded in the UK in 2016, with a mission to create the next generation of interactive entertainment and democratise the creation of premium games.

© 2026 Build A Rocket Boy Limited. MindsEye® and EVERYWHERE® are trademarks or registered trademarks of Build A Rocket Boy Games Ltd. in the US, the UK, the European Union and other countries and territories. All rights reserved.

The Road Of Dust And Sorrow Launches Debut Demo

Macclesfield, UK – 28 April, 2025  

Amidst the chaos of the apocalypse, you have to hold your loved ones close.  Silver Lining Interactive and Painted Black Games are proud to invite players to a different kind of desolation. The playabledemo for The Road of Dust and Sorrow is available now on Steam and Itch.io, offering a unique blend of story-driven horror, and the tender, quiet nostalgia of a world left behind.

A Love Letter to Pixel Art
While heavily reminiscent of the emotional weight of The Last of Us and the mechanical tension of mid-90s survival classics, The Road of Dust and Sorrow carves its own path through stunning, handcrafted pixel art. Every decaying street and blood-splattered corridor is rendered with a meticulous level of detail that finds beauty in the breakdown – evokingan almost cozy-horror feeling.

Cozy The Last of Us

The Road of Dust and Sorrow draws inspiration from mid-90s classics but infuses them with a modern, soulful focus on the bond between parent and child. As Katherine, you navigate a world of haunting beauty and danger while protecting your daughter, Ava, from creatures driven by a primal hunger. By shifting the focus from mindless carnage to story-driven survival, the game blurs the line between necessity and cruelty, forcing you to wonder just how far is too far when protecting the only thing you have left.

“This project is our heart,” says Roman, Head Developer at Painted Black Games. “We’ve learned that when the world feels uncertain, you find strength in those you love. We built this game on that belief, and we hope our players feel it too.’’

About The Road of Dust and Sorrow

The Road of Dust and Sorrow is a tense, story-driven pixel art horror inspired by ’90s classics. Survive a world gone wrong and protect what matters most: your daughter.

Dive into a story-driven survival-horror adventure inspired by classics like Resident Evil and Silent Hill. A cure designed to end famine became humanity’s ruin. The failed experiment twisted people into feral creatures called Dusters, driven by primal hunger. Katherine and her daughter Ava roam the remnants of civilization, searching for a safer future. Their journey draws the attention of a Preacher and his mysterious cult, driven by an ancient hunger, they see humans as fertile soil.

A FALLEN WORLD

Streets lie abandoned, buildings rot from the inside out, and vegetation is growing back at an accelerated rate. Traces of the past linger, in homes – barricaded for protection, offices with supplies scattered, and stores picked clean of supplies. Humanity is shaped by desperation, how far will you go to survive?

FIGHT FOR YOUR LIFE

Claw your way through decaying streets, bloodthirsty monsters, locked rooms, and forgotten corridors. Solve environmental puzzles, uncover hidden paths, and survive encounters with feral Dusters for a chance to reach safety. Proceed with caution every door can lead to salvation… or devastation.

PROTECT WHAT MATTERS MOST

Protect Ava at all cost. The world can die but she must live. Every step draws you deeper into a place that wants you gone. No one will save you, but you can fight. You can run. You can try to get her to safety.

About Silver Lining Interactive
Silver Lining Interactive is an independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.

About Painted Black Games
Painted Black Games is an independent studio born in Ukraine and spread across the globe. United by a passion for video games and meaningful storytelling, they craft worlds where atmosphere matters, emotions lead the way, and every detail is crafted with purpose.