Dimension-hopping developer All Possible Futures and ink-stained publisher Devolver Digital are proud to announce that the Plucky Squire is available RIGHT NOW on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and Nintendo Switch.
In this grand adventure you play as Jot, a brave warrior with the ability to leap from the pages of his 2D storybook world into a strange 3D realm beyond.
Partake in platforming, puzzling, action, and dozens of quirky retro-inspired minigames as you embark on a magical quest to defeat the villainous Humgrump and his monstrous minions.
Mix and match words to rewrite the story, team up with a cast of colorful characters, improve your combat abilities by unlocking new sword skills, and transition seamlessly from 2D to 3D and back again.
The Plucky Squire is an adventure like no other, and you can play it today on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X, and Nintendo Switch.
Complete Edition Comes to PC at a Discounted Bundle Price
SYDNEY (Sept. 18, 2024) – FINAL FANTASY™XVI, the latest numbered entry in the FINAL FANTASY series, is now available on PC via Steam® and Epic Games Store. The FINAL FANTASY XVI Complete Edition, which also includes the exciting DLC chapters “Echoes of the Fallen” and “The Rising Tide” at a discounted price, is also available today for PC. The DLC chapters can also be purchased individually or as the FINAL FANTASY XVI Expansion Pass on all platforms.
Additionally, those who purchase the game by October 17 from the Steam or Epic Games Store will also receive the following in-game DLC items:
Brave Blade Weapon
Cait Sith Charm (Gil Boost Accessory)
“Sixteen Bells” Orchestrion Roll
The adrenaline-filled FINAL FANTASY XVI Demo is currently available for download, allowing players to try out the game for free. The demo includes the opening prologue of the game during Clive’s adolescence, with the save data carrying over to the full game at launch. With over two hours of content, the demo also includes a special “Eikonic Challenge” Mode, allowing players to enjoy even more frenetic fights with access to even more Eikonic Abilities in battle.
Experience the beginning of Clive’s epic tale and learn about his ambitions and goals by downloading the free FINAL FANTASY XVI Demo at:
FINAL FANTASY XVI introduces players to an original standalone story in the FINAL FANTASY universe, an epic dark fantasy that takes place in the realm of Valisthea – a land blessed in the light of the Mothercrystals, and where peace falters as the spread of the Blight threatens to destroy their dominions. The fate of the land is decided by the Eikons, mighty summoned beasts and their Dominants, men and women who have been blessed with the ability to call upon and wield them. This is the tale of Clive Rosfield, a warrior granted the title “First Shield of Rosaria” and sworn to protect his younger brother Joshua, the Dominant of the Phoenix, Eikon of Fire. Before long, Clive will be caught up in a great tragedy and swear revenge on the Dark Eikon known as Ifrit, a mysterious entity that brings calamity in its wake.
The first DLC chapter, “Echoes of the Fallen,” unlocks new story, battles, weapons, accessories, level cap and more. The adventure begins before the base game’s final battle, as strange, dark crystals begin to circulate on the black market. Players will follow Clive and company during their investigations as they encounter a group of suspicious traders, leading them to a long-abandoned Fallen tower known as the Sagespire and the terrible secrets that await within.
The second, and final DLC chapter, “The Rising Tide,” brings an all-new story, battles, sidequests, weapons, accessories, level cap and more, adding a new depth to Clive’s journey before the exciting conclusion of FINAL FANTASY XVI. Players will gain new Eikonic abilities, explore a beautiful new area in the hidden land of Mysidia, and dive into battle against the legendary water Eikon, Leviathan the Lost. This DLC also adds brand new end-game content with the Kairos Gate, where players will challenge 20 stages of intense scored and ranked battles against waves of enemies.
More information on the base game, “Echoes of the Fallen,” “The Rising Tide” and the Expansion Pass is available on the official website at: https://www.finalfantasyxvi.com.
About FINAL FANTASY
For over 35 years, the FINAL FANTASY series has delighted generations of gamers and millions of players worldwide through beloved role-playing adventures that are built upon the benchmarks of spectacular visuals, highly imaginative worlds, rich stories, memorable characters, and technical and gameplay innovation leading the industry and earning the highest accolades from around the world. Each mainline game in the series is a completely new experience, and an ideal entry-point to the series. Titles of the series have sold over 185 million units worldwide.
About Square Enix, Inc.
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 185 million units worldwide; DRAGON QUEST®, which has sold over 88 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.
Strange Scaffold’s love letter to slow-motion combat and neo-noir storytelling has been enhanced and rebalanced for iOS
EL PASO, TEXAS – September 17, 2024 – Strange Scaffold and Frosty Pop are thrilled to announce that El Paso, Elsewhere is now available on iOS. The mobile version of the acclaimed third-person neo-noir shooter has been re-tuned for mobile, offering a wide array of quality-of-life tweaks while retaining the gritty atmosphere, satisfying action, and incredible hip-hop soundtrack that made it a breakout hit.
Somewhere in El Paso, Texas, a three-story motel gained another 46 stories… all below ground. El Paso, Elsewhere is a supernatural neo-noir third-person shooter with cinematic combat and a killer hip-hop soundtrack. Take on the role of battling folklore researcher James Savage as he takes on werewolves, fallen angels, and other damned creatures in a vivid slow-motion love letter to action classics. Fight your way through a reality-shifting motel, floor by bloody floor. Save the victims of Draculae, lord of the vampires. Destroy the villain you loved – even if it means dying yourself.
El Paso, Elsewhere‘s mobile edition includes a variety of control and gameplay options to accommodate touchscreen controls, as well as lighting and performance tweaks. Highlights include:
Auto-aim
Auto-shoot
Auto-reload
Auto recovery after a dive
Auto-save hostages
Auto-interact
Auto-stake
Auto-swap weapons
Always start the game with full magazines.
Double player HP.
Double healing amount from pills.
Double bullet amount from ammo boxes.
Double enemy hitbox radius.
Reduce enemy movement speed by 50%.
Reduce slow-mo consumption rate by 40% (from 69 to 40)
First released in September 2023, Strange Scaffold’s third-person shooter was nominated for Outstanding Achievement for an Independent Game at the 27th annual D.I.C.E. Awards and the Off-Broadway Award for Best Indie Game at the 13th annual New York Game Awards. It has a Very Positive status on Steam, based on more than 1,000 user reviews. The PlayStation 5 version will be released on September 20, 2024.
El Paso, Elsewhere is free to start on iOS, and the full game is available for $4.99.
About Strange Scaffold
Strange Scaffold is the development label of Xalavier Nelson Jr., known for his work as a leading developer on El Paso, Elsewhere, Clickolding, An Airport for Aliens Currently Run by Dogs, Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator, Sunshine Shuffle, and dozens of other critically acclaimed projects.
About Frosty Pop
Frosty Pop has developed over 30 playful original video games for Netflix Games, Apple Arcade, Nintendo Switch, Steam, the App Store, and Google Play. The studio was founded in 2014 by Faisal Sethi in Vancouver, British Columbia, and has been fully remote and distributed since its inception.
Take the Fight to the Shogun in this Retro-Inspired 2D Souls-like!
AALBORG, Denmark – Sept. 17, 2024 – 3D Realms and Point N’ Sheeps’ hidden gem, Bloodless, is launching onto Nintendo Switch on October 10. Join Tomoe, a ronin who relinquished her blade, on a retro-stylized 2D souls-like adventure. Disarm your enemies in non-lethal combat as you fight to take Bakugawa, Tomoe’s homeland, back from the bloody hands of Shogun Akechi. Bloodless launched to positive critical and user reviews on Steam earlier this summer and has a demo available now on Steam.
In Bloodless, you’ve relinquished your sword and sworn to never draw blood again. Engage your former allies at a disadvantage using only your bare hands to disarm them in hard-hitting, non-lethal combat. Master the dash counter and customize your playstyle to unleash devastating attacks and bring your foes to their knees. Explore Bakugawa’s beautifully rendered pixel-art world as you battle to free it from the clutches of Shogun Akechi and bring peace to the land you once called home.
Key Features
Unique Non-Lethal Combat: Tomoe has sworn not to take another life – master a combination of disarming counters and powerful ki-attacks to defeat your enemies.
Depth & Customization: Use special ki techniques for unique combos, as well as enhancements from crests and herb infusions you’ll find across the land of Bakugawa.
Striking Environments: Explore the sacred natural environments and oppressed districts of Bakugawa, which suffers under a violent and corrupt military regime.
Emotional Storytelling: Seen as a coward and deserter in the eyes of her own people, Tomoe must return to her former land to spark the hope and courage Bakugawa needs to fight back.
Extra Challenges: Push your skills to the limit by collecting Warrior Idols scattered throughout Bakugawa and unlocking the Arenas.
For more information about Bloodless, visit the official website, and follow the game on Twitter.
About 3D Realms
Redefining AAA – Action, Attitude, Adrenaline, 3D Realms has rocked the world for almost 30 years by publishing unforgettable, iconic games like Duke Nukem, Terminal Velocity, Shadow Warrior, Death Rally, Max Payne, and more recently Ghostrunner, Ion Fury, Cultic, Tempest Rising, Phantom Fury and RIPOUT.
Led by industry veterans, 3D Realms is a proud member of Saber Interactive, with a mission of publishing games for grownups. Unapologetic and uncompromising, we’re not afraid of being who we are and being damn good at it – for everyone’s benefit. For more information, visit 3drealms.com.
About Point N’ Sheep
Point N’ Sheep is a Brazilian indie game studio formed by five friends, emerged from a relationship built after years working together on gamedev companies and having fun on game jams. Now they build retro-modern games that provoke nostalgic experiences through striking atmospheres with fresh takes on themes and mechanics.
Clock Tower: Rewind hits Oct. 29; River City Girls 2 DLC arrives this fall
Valencia, Calif. – September 17, 2024 – Get ready for frights and fights this fall! Independent game studio WayForward is pleased to announce that Clock Tower: Rewind, the revival of the 16-bit survival-horror classic, now has an official release date of October 29, 2024 in the Americas and Europe, when it launches digitally on Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC. In addition, WayForward has provided an updated release window for the highly anticipated River City Girls 2 Double Dragon DLC, which is now expected to arrive this fall.
“This fall is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling and action-packed periods in WayForward’s history,” proclaims WayForward Tyrannical Overlord Voldi Way. “Just in time for spooky season, Clock Tower: Rewind will allow horror fans to finally experience an acclaimed 16-bit classic, and the new DLC for River City Girls 2 will bring the legendary Double Dragons, Billy and Jimmy Lee, back into the spotlight! That’s on top of the recent release of Yars Rising from Atari and the October 18 launch of RetroRealms Halloween and Ash vs. Evil Dead from Boss Team Games.”
Clock Tower: Rewind is the resurrection of the 1995 Super Famicom game, Clock Tower, officially translated and released outside of Japan for the first time. Featuring the original graphics, sound, and gameplay of the classic release, the groundbreaking title challenges players to escape the terrifying Barrows family manor, where they’ll be pursued by the relentless, murderous, shears-wielding Scissorman.
The game also includes Rewind Mode, which adds extra content and quality-of-life improvements, along with numerous extra features including a new animated intro, vocal songs by Mary Elizabeth McGlynn (Silent Hill series) and Emi Evans (Nier series), motion comics with voiceovers, an art gallery, save states, a rewind function, a music player, and other bonuses.
The Double Dragon DLC, meanwhile, adds even more hard-hitting, bone-breaking, knuckle-busting action to fan-favorite open-world beat-’em-up River City Girls 2. No longer relegated to their previous roles as dojo masters, the iconic Double Dragon brothers, Billy and Jimmy Lee, are ready to kick yakuza butt as premium playable characters with unique movesets and full story integration featuring all-new dialogue by returning voice actors Dan Avidan (Billy) and Arin Hanson (Jimmy) of the Game Grumps.
Additionally, the DLC adds a new Double Dragon rap song performed by Hanson and Avidan (with music by series composer Megan McDuffee) plus new dojo master Boro, while a new free update to all players delivers a new Double Dragon themed motion comic, two new shops with new items (including the “Season’s Beatings” seasonal shop), playable character color palettes, and more. The DLC and free update will be coming to all platforms for which River City Girls 2 is currently available, including Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC.
For the latest information on Clock Tower: Rewind, the River City Girls 2 Double Dragon DLC, and other WayForward titles, please visit www.wayforward.com and follow @wayforward on Twitter and Facebook.
About WayForward
Based in Valencia, California, WayForward was founded in 1990 and has remained an independent game developer for more than 30 years. It is home to many talented individuals including programmers, environment artists, animators, modelers, illustrators, audio wizards, designers, and team leaders. With new avenues for distributing games directly to fans, they are finally able to make the games they have always wanted to.
Join over 900,000 monthly users now in the Gripping ‘Z: Resurgence’ Scenario which introduces revolutionary structures and new units as Dorado Games celebrates their 10 year anniversary!
Dorado Games | Malta, September 17, 2024 – After 10 years of dedication towards crafting outstanding Grand Strategy experiences for players, Dorado Games are thrilled to announce the most dynamic season of Conflict of Nations: World War 3 yet, titled Humanity’s Resurgence! This season’s narrative plunges players into the harrowing depths of the ‘Z’ scenario, where humanity’s survival faces a new threat in the face of war…an overwhelming viral infection! Commanders can now enjoy the infectious new game mode, dynamic new units, key structures on IOS, Android, Steam and PC, now!
Watch the New Trailer Here!
What’s New?
‘Z: Resurgence’Scenario: A great event for veteran and novice commanders alike, enemy nations aren’t the only threat to contend with, with the spreading infection of Zombies, diplomacy and alliances have never been more crucial in Conflict of Nations!
Vaults & Havens: Humans are scarcer, as hordes of zombies ravage the map, cities are restricted from being able to produce manpower directly, only the immune to the virus are considered to be effective soldiers…those who aren’t, are susceptible to rise again against humankind. These new structures allow the immune population to be mobilized, and controlling these structures bring new tactical challenges and puzzles to the gameplay.
The Drone Operator: A flexible and diverse support unit with a multitude of uses in the battlefield. The operator can deploy a variety of drones, ranging from Explosive Drones that can deal damage to enemy armies, and even evade most anti-air weapons to the devious Sabotage Drones which can deal damage to structures at a very long range. The new unit is also a valuable tool for reconnaissance allowing commanders to scout out new threats and keep a watchful eye over their enemies.
Season Missions: Coming soon!
Conflict of Nations: World War 3 Key Features
Key Features:
Over 27 Million Life Time Players: Since launching back in 2016 Conflict of Nations has fostered a passionate audience of gamers across platforms, which has molded the game into what it is today in collaboration with feedback from these players. Our dedicated team here at Dorado Games are incredibly excited for the future of the game.
Grand Real-Time Strategy: Conflict of Nations: World War 3 offers a long term strategy experience where the world itself is your battlefield. Players can engage in intense and continuous gameplay where every decision can turn the tide of war in or against your favor. Matches can unfold over days, weeks or even months which puts strategic planning and the ability to adapt to in-game events at the forefront of gameplay.
Enter the Global Theatre of War: Command one of over 100 nations, each with its own strengths, weaknesses, and strategic advantages. With a massive world map at your fingertips and your mind set on global domination, deploy your military forces across land, air, and sea as you manage resources to outwit and out-maneuver your enemies.
Modern Military Technology: Research and deploy cutting-edge military technologies. From tanks to nuclear submarines, each unit type can be upgraded and specialized, allowing for complex tactical maneuvers and devastating strikes. The game features an extensive tech tree putting endless opportunities to diversify your strategy and overcome obstacles. Be warned, the use of some destructive weapons can negatively impact your nations morale and lose your ever precious victory points.
Community and Competitive Play: Join a global community of players and participate in large-scale, multiplayer scenarios. Compete for solo global dominance in ranked matches or form coalitions with other players to take on common foes. The game’s active community and regular updates ensure fresh content and challenges for both new and veteran players.
About Dorado Games
We’re an established games studio located at Balluta Bay on the sunny Maltese Islands. We’re focusing on designing, developing and marketing digital online games with a focus on mid core players from all over the world. In an Inspired and highly productive environment the team draws on knowledge from more than 60 published titles across many platforms.
Being a member of the Stillfront Group Family, we are supported by a strong partner network all over Europe. Just a short hop from most European locations by plane, the entrepreneurial and creative vibe of the island drives our international team consisting of an ever growing team of German, Maltese, Chinese, Hungarian, Polish, Lithuanian, Spanish, Italian and Macedonian nationalities.
About Still Front
Stillfront is a global gaming company. We develop a wide range of digital games that attract over 50 million people each month. From well-established franchises like Home Design, Big Farm, and Supremacy to niche games, we span many different genres, including strategy, simulation, RPG and action, and casual and mash-up games.
We believe gaming can be a force for good. And we want to create a gaming universe that is digital, affordable, equal, and sustainable. So, we focus on developing games that are all about having a rewarding hobby, a great social experience, or a strategic challenge. Our HQ is in Stockholm, Sweden, but our game development is done by teams and studios all over the world. Our main markets are the US, Japan, Middle East and Africa, Germany, and the UK.
Magical girl action-adventure game features anime inspiration and co-op multiplayer roguelite gameplay
New York, New York (September 17, 2024) — Today, Pahdo Labs, an indie team that includes former Capcom, WayForward, and Riot Games developers, is thrilled to reveal its debut title: Starlight Re:Volver. Starlight Re:Volver will be released on PC in Early Access via Steam in 2025.
An anime-inspired action adventure with co-op multiplayer and roguelite gameplay, Starlight Re:Volver is set between the lush, cutting-edge city of Nishi Island Metropolis (NIM) and So Mi, the otherworldly dream-like realms that fuel NIM’s prosperity. Wielding mysterious devices called “Re:Volvers” to hop between NIM and So Mi, players become “Divers,” brave voyagers who crash through the walls of reality in pursuit of untapped riches.
As a fully-voiced cast of characters, including newbie Diver Effy, elite Diver Akira, laidback mentor Ren, and technical prodigy Violet, players will explore NIM’s bustling metropolis and So Mi’s fantastical world in search of treasure, admiration, and celebration. Embark on an unforgettable journey of self-discovery, uncovering the origins of Re:Volvers, at the risk of losing one’s self in the dreamy depths along the way.
Inspired by the magical works of manga artists Naoko Takeuchi and Rumiko Takahashi, Starlight Re:Volver is a love letter to the animes and games of the 90s and 00s that the Pahdo Labs team grew up with. The game mixes Japanese ARPG combat with elements of Western roguelites, all wrapped up in a charming social world inspired by classic online worlds.
Starlight Re:Volver features whimsical, hyper-stylized combat that lights up the world and makes each battle a spectacle, while each player is able to customize their character’s appearance and abilities, allowing them to create a build suited to their preferred playstyle and their co-op multiplayer team.
Key Features of Starlight Re:Volver:
Large-Scale Multiplayer: Bring friends to explore NIM’s lively cityscape. In online servers supporting dozens of concurrent players, play a variety of minigames inspired by Asian cultures, customize your character’s abilities and appearance, and celebrate with firecrackers and fanfare.
Playfully Explosive Combat: Engage in unique four-player co-op. Smash Twilight Crystals to dynamically alter terrain, garnering advantages in combat and uncovering hidden treasures. Trigger spectacular Magic Combos to break enemy defenses for satisfying team plays. Master these unique systems to gain the upper hand in combat and exploration.
Wide Character Progression: In this RPG, discover new combinations of Charms in each run, transforming your Diver’s skills in unexpected ways. Craft powerful gear, unlock new abilities, and customize your Diver’s appearance with fashionable skins and accessories.
Vibrant, Anime-Inspired World: Immerse yourself in rule-bent dream worlds filled with wonder and nostalgia. From floating islands to interstellar starbases, each area of So Mi offers a distinct visual and gameplay experience.
Signature Soundtrack: Get lost in the game’s electro-city pop sound, which perfectly complements the colorful, anime-inspired visuals.
About Starlight Re:Volver
In the vibrant city of NIM, a chosen few have unlocked the ability to activate Re:Volvers—enigmatic devices that open the gateway to So Mi, a limitless digital dreamscape. As a newly awakened Diver, players will embark on a thrilling adventure of self-discovery alongside a diverse group of characters.
Wander through NIM’s lively streets, where tradition meets cutting-edge technology, before diving into the fantastical realms of So Mi. Unearth the secrets behind the Re:Volver, confront extraordinary challenges and forge your own legacy as one of NIM’s renowned Divers. But tread carefully—delving too deep into So Mi’s mysteries could lead to being lost in its enchanting depths.
Starlight Re:Volver blends the social allure of classic online worlds with the exhilarating action of modern roguelite gameplay. Gather your friends and embark on an unforgettable journey in a world where the boundaries between reality and dreams blur!
Starlight Re:Volver will be released on PC in Early Access via Steam in 2025.
About Pahdo Labs
Pahdo Labs is a gaming startup dedicated to creating a social world built around a new anime-inspired IP. A small and talented team primarily based in New York and Vancouver, Pahdo Labs’ mission is to cultivate a memorable anime world that offers players a sense of belonging, a path to mastery, and the ability to transform their imagination into a tangible impact on a shared world.
London, UK – 17th September 2024 – Marvelous Europe today revealed the last and final addition to the new content coming in Potionomics: Masterwork Edition when it releases on the Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S consoles on Oct. 22. Boss Finn, a wealthy potion dealer with connections to the underworld and rival of Sylvia, will receive a dedicated romance path, including brand-new story scenes. Furthering the relationship with Boss Finn will unlock all-new cards for Sylvia to use when haggling with her potion shop customers. In addition to his status as an eligible bachelor, he has taken up a side-hustle as Rafta’s newest “life coach” offering pep talks to Sylvia—for a price—that grant various timed buffs and debuffs useful during potion-selling gameplay.
Boss Finn will be included as part of the Masterwork Edition on consoles, and will be available on PC as a separate downloadable content priced at $4.99 / €tbc. This DLC will be available at the same time as the previously announced additional free Masterwork Edition content and features coming to the platform on Oct. 22. Publisher XSEED Games & Marvelous Europe has released a new trailer showing a first look at Boss Finn in his new role as Rafta’s “life coach” and snippets of new story scenes for Sylvia if she chooses to pursue this apex predator.
FEATURES
Can You Hear Me Now?: Sylvia’s story comes alive with all-new voice acting providing an added layer of depth and connection to Owl, Roxanne, Quinn, Mint, and other beloved characters. Additionally, new text languages will include German, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified and Traditional Chinese.
More Modes, More Fun: Make more of your time in Rafta with the new “Endless” mode, where the selling never stops. Test your sales skills with “Capitalism” mode, or don’t, and take it easy with “Cozy” mode for a more casual experience. Plus, the new “One Love/Free Love” options allow you to express Sylvia’s feelings with as few or as many suitors as you can handle.
Wheel and Deal: Negotiations can be tense when every coin counts, but you’ll manage Sylvia’s stress with ease by playing your cards right. Develop friendships with adventurers and other shopkeepers on Rafta to learn even more advanced negotiation tactics.
Recipe for Success: Choose the best ingredients to make even basic potions extraordinary, perfecting the taste and aroma to please your pickiest customers. But beware—if you aren’t careful, you’ll get some pretty gross results!
Fantastic Friends and Foes: Rafta, home to some of the world’s most potent magic, is packed with big RPG personalities, each seeking a leg up in their adventures. Befriend and recruit them to help you level up your own potion game, but don’t expect everyone to be friendly…
Developed by Voracious Games and published by XSEED Games, Potionomics was released on Windows PC via Steam, on Oct. 17, 2022. The “Boss Finn” downloadable content will be available on PC beginning on Oct. 22, 2024, for $4.99 / €tbc. The additional new features included in the Masterwork Edition will arrive in a free update for the PC version at the same time. Potionomics: Masterwork Edition is in development for the PS5™, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch™ system and will release on Oct. 22, 2024.
Potionomics: Masterwork Edition will be available physically and can be pre-ordered now through the Marvelous Europe website at participating retailers for an RRP of €39.99 and will also release digitally on the Nintendo eShop, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation®5 for €29.99.
About Marvelous Europe
Marvelous Europe is a subsidiary of Tokyo-based Marvelous Inc., developer of beloved Story of Seasons and Rune Factory games. Established in 2012, Marvelous Europe’s varied portfolio includes both third-party titles such as Sakuna: Of Rice and Ruin, Leximan, Cuisineer and Moonlight Peaks in addition to select Marvelous Inc. content.
Get ready to dive into the hilarity, and hide bodies in hysterical locations across six wildly creative levels. The ultimate hide-and-seek just got crazier!
Paris, France – September 17th, 2024: After four thrilling months in Early Access, the highly anticipated physics-based VR game Hide The Corpse officially launches on Meta Quest today. Created by indie developer Realcast, this hilarious and one-of-a-kind VR experience is set to become a must-play for virtual reality fans everywhere. View the launch trailer below.
In Hide The Corpse, players must quickly and strategically hide a body in one of six locations within four minutes. The game’s quirky humor, physics-based gameplay, and VR immersion have been praised by Early Access players.
During Early Access, initial players enjoyed the first adrenaline-filled levels – with the official release, Hide The Corpse introduces new stages bringing the total to six diverse environments. Each level is filled with challenges and chaotic fun, including: Apartment, Garage, Museum, Diner, Shipwreck (featuring underwater physics), and Spaceship (zero gravity).
Key Features in the Full Release:
Six Full Levels: Explore the variety of levels with unique environments and physical challenges, from underwater mechanics to zero gravity.
New Sandbox Mode: Get creative by hiding the body anywhere using interactive physical objects in each environment.
Updated Scoring System: Players will be rated on a scale of S, A, B, C, D, E depending on how quick they hide the body, erase evidence like fingerprints, and conceal six different types of clues to boost their scores.
Unlockable Levels: A new unlock system allows progression through the game by successfully succeeding at least four hiding spots per level.
Fun Wardrobe Room: Collect and unlock six hilarious skins – Disco, Pajama, Pirate, Zombie, Superhero, Cyborg, and Joker – to add even more laughter and personality to your character.
Advanced tutorial: A complete tutorial to help players quickly understand the mechanics and immerse themselves in the action.
Full audio: New music tracks and sound effects enhance the immersive experience.
Continuous Community Engagement: Continuous feedback from Early Access players through the game’s active Discord community has shaped new features, with ongoing updates planned post-launch.
Developed over the past 18 months by Realcast’s dedicated indie team, Hide The Corpse is set to become a must-have in every VR library. The team look forward to continued community support and the potential for more creative updates in the future.
Join the fun and prepare for endless laughs and excitement as Hide The Corpse makes its official debut on Meta Quest today!
About Realcast
Realcast is an award-winning XR independent studio, founded in 2017 by video games industry veterans, with offices in Paris and San Francisco. Specializing in VR and MR games, as well as immersive and interactive experiences, Realcast is powered by a passionate team of 15 experts and creatives. Dedicated to innovation, the studio prioritizes community feedback to continuously enhance its cutting-edge projects.
Hop, skip, and jump your way past enemies and obstacles in this charming pixel platformer.
BRYN MAWR, USA – September 17, 2024 – Sour Lemon Studios is thrilled to announce their new game, Tower of Dreams, is releasing in Early Access on Steam this October 8th, with the anticipated Nintendo Switch release coming soon.
Hop to the Top
Tower of Dreams is a delightful roguelike platformer that challenges players with its exciting mechanics and technical skills. Embark on your adventures as the Dream Knight, wielding your sword against an array of enemies blocking your ascent up the Tower of Dreams. Featuring simple controls, ascend through the tower with well-timed wall jumps, boops, and leaps, besting the enemies and obstacles in your way. No two attempts will be the same, as you’re faced with a random selection of hand-crafted stages and mini-challenges with plenty of secrets to explore. 36 unique items await discovery alongside permanent upgrades and charming cosmetics.
Whimsical World of Color
Accompany the Dream Knight through a world of retro pixel art inspired by the Game Boy Color. A limited 13-color pastel palette gives the titular tower a nostalgic, ethereal feel, brought to life through three floors featuring their own unique mechanics and aesthetics. To clear each floor, players must complete three separate stages. Each stage is randomly selected from a pool, challenging players to adapt their strategies to overcome ever-changing obstacles. Fantasy settings, factory levels, and a sky garden set a distinct mood for each floor, each introducing new tests of technical prowess. With plenty of floors for a platforming adventurer, it’s up to you to lead your knight to victory!
If at First You Don’t Succeed…
While uncovering the tower’s secrets, players will find special items, passive abilities, and upgrades. These enhancements make each run in the tower a new expedition, encouraging tower-climbing hopefuls to experiment with different techniques and gameplay styles. Completing a level will provide players with a letter grade based on their performance, which they’ll be reminded of the next time they face the same level, challenging them to do better. Upon death, a small grave will be left behind containing an item the player had when they died, encouraging them to try, try again!
Features:
Genre-bending Gameplay: Experience the nostalgia of a retro vertical platformer combined with challenging roguelike mechanics.
For all the Glory: Conquer Tower of Dream’s floors, each with a unique set of obstacles, enemies, and challenges.
Knight-in-Training: 36 collectible items are available throughout the game, introducing new mechanics to your run and strengthening your knight’s skills.
Dress to Impress: Unlock and discover additional armor sets and cosmetics to customize your run as you explore what the tower has to offer.
Nightmare Mode: After completing the tower in normal mode, try your hand at nightmare mode, where players take double damage and face elite variations of enemies.
Progression Checkpoints: Those wanting to focus on platforming have the option to skip ahead to floors after reaching them for the first time.
Catchy Tunes: Inspired by classic games like Kirby’s Adventure and Sonic CD, energetic melodies aim to pump players up as they progress through the game.
Wishlist Tower of Dreams now on Steam to be notified when the game goes on sale on October 8th. More information about Sour Lemon Studios and their games can be found on their YouTube, Discord server.
About Sour Lemon Studios
Sour Lemon Studios is a Philadelphia based indie game studio featuring the talents of designer Alex Parrotto and composer Tom Sanborn. Our Company mission is to create fresh, innovative experiences that combine the quality of the classics with modern creativity. Tower of Dreams is our latest attempt to do just that, blending tight-as-nails platforming, a distinctive pastel pixel art aesthetic, and deep roguelike mechanics to deliver something truly unique. We hope you have as much fun playing it as we had making it!
