Treasure awaits across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC 

Check out our review for Cat Quest III Here!

LONDON (Aug. 8, 2024) – Today globetrotting developers The Gentlebros and their publishing navigators Kepler Interactive set sail for the Purribean, a series of islands bursting with secrets and treasure for any daring felines to take on in Cat Quest III, available now across PC and consoles. Those with a keen eye for treasure can snag the action-RPG adventure with a limited-time 10% discount on Steam through Aug. 15: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2305840/Cat_Quest_III/

The vast open seas of the Purribean are both bountiful and dangerous for any would-be explorers – here you’ll find the treasure your group of adventurers has been searching for, the legendary North Star. But beware – you aren’t the only ones on the lookout for treasure, the fur-ocious Pi-rats are here too, and they’ll stop at nothing to reach the treasure before you. Check out the launch trailer now for a look at the adventure that awaits:

Explore dark caverns and mysterious dungeons as you search for clues or sail on your own purr-fect ship complete with full sails and explosive cannons with a bounty of different ammunition types. Don’t panic when you encounter a horde of nasty Pi-rats, as local co-op is available to take them down with ease. You know the saying, two tails are better than one. Cat Quest III features an array of gear, weapons, spells and trinkets that allow you to create the cat that is right for you. Whether you want to go in claws blazing or take a more tactical approach, the Purribean can be explored however you see fit. 

Cat Quest III is available now across Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC (via Steam), and a paw-some physical edition with a navigation map and an adorable sticker sheet is available from Maximum Entertainment today across PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. For more information visit: https://thegentlebros.com/catquest3/

About The Gentlebros: 

The Gentlebros is an award-winning studio Singapore-based studio and creators of the million-selling Cat Quest series across PC, consoles and mobile. Made up of game industry veterans, The Gentlebros aim to create worlds for people to have fun in. The next installment in the Cat Quest series, Cat Quest III, is set to launch on PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S and PC (via STEAM) in 2024.  

About Kepler Interactive:  

Kepler Interactive – led by the founders of Kowloon Nights – is a developer and publisher that operates on a co-ownership model. Its studios are given strategic leadership roles, all while continuing to develop their games their way, with no creative limitations. Kepler’s partner studios are as varied as they are talented, including A44 Games in New Zealand, Alpha Channel and Timberline in North America, Awaceb, Ebb Software, and Sloclap in Europe, and Shapefarm in Asia. Kepler Interactive itself is headquartered in London.   Nintendo Switch is a trademark of Nintendo.  

Sword of Convallaria launched on August 1st, hitting 5M downloads across PC and mobile. XD. Inc. is marking the milestone with an in-game celebration event starting August 9th…

August 8th, 2024 – In just one week since its global launch on August 1st, XD’s fantasy TRPG Sword of Convallaria has surpassed 5 million downloads across mobile and PC platforms. Offering players a captivating combination of a sprawling single-player narrative featuring branching storylines and an engaging online mode focused on guild creation and building a fighting force of mercenaries, Sword of Convallaria is a love letter to TRPG hits of the past and features a bombastic soundtrack by Hitoshi Sakimoto, the composer of Final Fantasy Tactics and Valkyria Chronicles.

To celebrate this momentous milestone, XD is hosting a special login reward event from August 9th to August 18th (EDT). Players who log in for a total of 7 days during the campaign period will receive 10 Secret Fates, a valuable in-game resource used to summon powerful characters who’ll join the fight to restore glory to the nation of Iria, as well as random Legendary Weapons.

Sword of Convallaria offers players strategic grid-based combat encounters that demand tactical prowess at every turn whilst telling a player-driven story of political intrigue in the embattled nation of Iria. All of this is depicted in astunning visual style that blends classic RPG aesthetics with modern graphical enhancements and light-rendering technology.

Alongside this celebration, XD is excited to announce that a major storyline update focusing on the game’s single-player ‘Spiral of Destinies’ mode will arrive in mid-September. This update promises to further deepen the world of Iria and its compelling characters. The ability to switch spoken languages will also be added in the near future, with players being able to choose from Japanese, Korean, and Chinese.

Feature List

• Stunning 3D pixel art that combines retro charm with advanced lighting effects
• Challenging, grid-based battles that reward strategic thinking
• A vast, branching story with over 120 hours of gameplay and world-altering choices
• A breathtaking score composed by legendary musician Hitoshi Sakimoto
• A captivating cast of characters voiced by renowned actors

Sword of Convallaria is free to play on PC and mobile platforms. Download now and join the 5 million players who have embarked on an epic adventure in the world of Iria. Keep up to date with the latest on the game by subscribing to the YouTube channel, visiting the website, and joining the Sword of Convallaria community on the Discord server.

About XD:

Founded in 2003, XD Inc. is a global video games developer and publisher with extensive experience across development, publishing and operations. As of mid-2023, XD had 49 games with over 13 million monthly active users worldwide.

Get a bonus sticker sheet when you order from the Aksys Online Store

Torrance, Calif. — August 8, 2024 — Aksys Games announced more details about the additional content coming soon for Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU which launches September 5th onNintendo Switch™. Partner up with Hatsune Miku, and duck, jab, and punch your way to fitness in the classic Fitness Boxing Mode, or in the brand new “Miku Exercise” mode featuring original songs from your favorite Piapro Characters! Additionally, fans who pre-order from the Aksys Online Store will receive an exclusive sticker sheet.

The additional DLC for Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU includes:

Miku Exercise Editor (Sept 19, $9.99)

Create and share, let’s get moving together! The new Editor feature makes “Miku Exercise” workouts with Piapro Characters’ music even more fun! Choose your favorite songs and set the actions to create your own “Miku Exercise”! You can edit the original versions or start from scratch to create your own.

You can also share the “Miku Exercise” you create! Make your own workout, connect with the world through “Miku Exercise,” and let’s enjoy exercising together!

Please note that courses created or downloaded with Miku Exercise Editor are only supported for single-player and are not compatible with two-player mode.

Exercise BGM Pack Vol.1 (Sept 26, $4.99)

Make your workouts even more fun with the new Exercise BGM Packs! The first “Exercise BGM Pack” features instrumental arrangements of Piapro Characters’ songs, perfect for your exercise routines!

• WORLD IS MINE / ryo (supercell)
• Tale of the Deep-sea Lily / n-buna
• dreamin chuchu / emon (Tes.)

Exercise BGM Pack Vol.2 (Oct 3, $4.99)

Enjoy exercising with Piapro Characters’ music! The second “Exercise BGM Pack” features even more instrumental arrangements of Piapro Characters’ songs to make your workout routines sing!

• Hand in Hand / kz (livetune)
• kokoro / Toraboruta
• Paradichlorobenzene / Garuna (OwataP)

Additional Costume Sakura Miku (Oct 10, $4.99) Introducing the adorable “Sakura Miku” inspired by cherry blossoms! Exercise with the spring-themed Hatsune Miku, dressed in a cherry blossom-colored outfit and adorned with cherry-themed hair accessories!

Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUME MIKU supports the players in their daily exercise by offering a wide range of warm up options, difficulty settings, and ability to practice individual moves. Regular instructors Lin and Evan from the series also join the fun. All the exercise support features of Fitness Boxing, such as daily stamps that record your exercise history and the goal management system, remain the same, now with Hatsune Miku guiding you along your fitness journey!

The game contains 24 classic songs, such as “Melt” and “The Vampire” with new special songs also added to the mix, like the game’s main theme, “Let’s Mikusercise!!” by cosMo@Bousou-P. Additionally, there are over 30 BGM songs from the Fitness Boxing series, making the total number of songs in this entry the largest in the series to date! 

Key features of the game include:

• Train alongside your favorite Piapro characters. Hatsune Miku, Kagamine Rin, Kagamine Len, and Megurine Luka all join in to help you get fit.
• Experience 24 classic Piapro songs and new special songs to work out to.
• Instructors Lin and Evan from the Fitness Boxing series will support you on your journey.
• Jump into the classic Fitness Boxing mode, or try the all new “Miku Exercise” mode, and work out to original songs from your favorite Piapro Characters.
• Enjoy original sporty outfits drawn by Iwato especially for this title for your Piapro training partners.
• Pass a Joy-Con™ controller to an exercise buddy and get fit together with both the classic Fitness Boxing mode and “Miku Exercise.”

Fitness Boxing feat. HATSUNE MIKU has been rated “E for Everyone” by the ESRB. For more information and to pre-order, visit the Aksys Games website. To stay up to date on all the news, follow Aksys Games on Twitter, Instagram and TikTok at @AksysGames, and join our Thursday livestreams on Twitch at AksysGames, with stream highlights and trailers on our YouTube channel.

About Aksys Games

Aksys Games Localization, Inc. is a Metacritic Top Ten video game publisher committed to publishing unique and high-quality interactive content for all current-generation platforms since 2006. The company was a pioneer in localizing otome games for Western audiences, including the award-winning Code: Realize and Collar X Malice series. Its lineup of games features the wildly successful BlazBlue, Under Night In-Birth, and Guilty Gear franchises, Little Dragons Café, and the award-winning Spirit Hunter: Death Mark and Spirit Hunter: NG adventures. Aksys Games and its unique products can be found on the company’s website, www.aksysgames.com.

August 8, 2024 – To commemorate the launch of Princess Maker 2 Regeneration on PS4 and PS5 today, a launch trailer has been released.

Join us on a journey as we witness a daughter’s growth, shaped by the choices you make as her father. While you’ll guide her path with study schedules and part-time jobs, it’s the unexpected encounters that will truly define her.

About “Princess Maker 2”

“Princess Maker 2” is a childrearing simulation game in which the player experiences being the father to a daughter granted to them by the stars.

They raise the girl for eight years, from ages ten to eighteen. Your daughter grows up to be an adult through various experiences in the game. The girl’s dream is to become a princess, but a wide variety of opportunities await depending on how you raise her. What kind of dream will you make come true for this girl?

Redrawing the graphics This title is based on “Princess Maker 2: Refine,” released in 2004. Especially important graphics were redrawn by Takami Akai in a style similar to the PC-98 version. The graphics are drawn in high resolution befitting modern game systems, with a commitment to quality in the details.

Addition of an opening animation

An opening animation by Yonago Gainax has been added to the game. The animation, drawn by a team led by Takami Akai, envisions the future the player will have as the “father” with their “daughter”.

Knowing how your daughter is doing is the first step in raising her

This title is a social simulation, so it is very important to always be aware of your daughter’s status and use this to raise her.

In “Regeneration”, parameters for assessing your daughter’s status are always available, so you can check on her at a glance. Check what you should do for your daughter’s future, and raise her carefully.

Message from Takami Akai

I am deeply grateful to see that “Princess Maker 2”, which came out 30 years ago, is still so beloved by so many fans that we can release a new version. This time I was finally able to redo the graphics, which I had always wanted to do. Please enjoy the newly redrawn vacations and endings.

About Takami Akai

Born 1961. While still enrolled at Osaka University of Arts, he made his debut with the DAICON III Opening Animation. As one of the founding members of GAINAX Co., Ltd., he has worked on anime and tokusatsu shows, as well as games and events. His most noteworthy works include the “Princess Maker” series, Gurren Lagann, and Dai Tokusatsu Negiman.

About Bliss Brain

Bliss Brain Corporation is a Japanese game publisher. Bliss Brain revives high quality games for the modern day and distributes them to the world in downloadable format. Currently, they offer “Princess Maker 2 Refine”, “Princess Maker ~Faery Tales Come True~”, and “Princess Maker 5” for download on Steam. “Wonder Boy Collection” (not yet released in Japan) will be released for the first time on PS4 and Nintendo Switch. Bliss Brain plans to release more new games in the future.

For details, visit https://blissbrain.co.jp.

About Yonago GAINAX

Takami Akai started this entertainment company in 2014, in his hometown of Yonago City, Tottori Prefecture. It does business based on the theme of contributing to the local community. With a small team of just 10 members, it works on unique jobs, including anime, games, and events. For details, visit https://yonago-gainax.co.jp/.

8^th August – Bandai Namco Europe announces today the release of That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles, the first console and PC game of the Tensura series. This action RPG is available now on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC.

Click here to watch the launch trailer:

Based on the That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime light novel and anime adaptation, That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles offers players to relive iconic moments of the original story as well as an entirely new one, featuring new characters created under the supervision of the original author Fuse.

Players will build the Jura Tempest Federation, welcoming new allies in their capital each with their side quests. While exploring the world, the 2D side scrolling action kicks in, allowing for dynamic combos in battles with powerful enemies. Players will be able to use each character’s special moves as seen in the animated series and each encounter will award new elements that will contribute to upgrading buildings, strengthening bonds with friends living around town.

A season pass is available for standalone purchase as well as part of the Digital Deluxe Edition, adding 3 DLCs:

• DLC 1: “A Strange Fate” – Adding Hinata (29^th August)
• DLC 2: “The Fairy Queen’s Labyrinth” – Adding Veldora (12^th September)
• DLC 3: “Martial Arts Tournament” – Adding Milim (19^th September)

Each DLC adds a new character, scenario or mode, buildings for the town and side quests to extend the player’s adventure.

That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles is available now for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch and PC.

For more information about That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles and other titles from Bandai Namco Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok or join the conversation on X.

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About Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S.

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

Bandai Namco Europe is producing intellectual property for a global audience and is building its reputation with franchises such as LITTLE NIGHTMARES™, PARK BEYOND™, and the upcoming UNKNOWN 9™ Awakening – developed by the recently acquired Reflector Entertainment based in Montreal, QC.

Bandai Namco Europe serves as the Headquarters of Bandai Namco Holdings Inc. for mainland Europe, which is known for creating and publishing many of the Toy & Entertainment industry’s top franchises, including PAC-MAN™, TAMAGOTCHI™, GUNDAM™, TEKKEN™, DARK SOULS™ and the recently released ELDEN RING™.

For more information please visit www.bandainamcoent.eu.

Press Release © 2024 Bandai Namco Europe S.A.S. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

GameScience, a Chinese global game developer and publisher is pleased to share a new gameplay trailer for its upcoming action RPG Black Myth: Wukong. The trailer provides audiences with an expansive look at the game’s dynamic and complex gameplay systems while revealing a myriad of new details for fans to discover. Showcasing a range of never-before-seen locations, transformations, characters, and more, the trailer delves deeper into the story and lore of Black Myth: Wukong before its worldwide launch on Aug. 20, 2024.

Black Myth: Wukong combines rich storytelling with stunning visuals and a unique take on the action RPG formula. Players will explore a fascinating realm filled with the wonders and discoveries of ancient Chinese mythology, breathtaking landscapes, and a diverse cast of memorable characters based on the acclaimed novel Journey to the West. In addition to a precise and visually striking melee combat system using a staff, the Destined One can harness spells, transformations, and magic vessels as powerful tools in their arsenal against tenacious foes. Freely combine different spells, abilities, weapons, and equipment to find the winning strategy that best suits any combat style. 

Black Myth: Wukong is set to launch worldwide from GameScience on Aug. 20, 2024, for PC and PlayStation®5. The standard and deluxe editions will be available in North America for an MSRP of $59.99 and $69.99 respectively in digital format on PlayStation®5, and PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store). The release timing for the Xbox Series X|S version will be disclosed later. For pricing in other regions, please refer to the information listed on the designated regional storefront. This game is rated “M” for Mature by the ESRB. 

Fans interested in learning more can follow the game on X, YouTube, and Steam, or visit the official Black Myth: Wukong website.

PlayStation Australia is excited to announce that the PlayStation VR2 PC Adapter is now available in Australia. 

The PlayStation VR2 PC Adapter allows you to expand the library of games to play on your PlayStation®VR2, with thousands of virtual reality games to play and purchase on Steam™. Just connect the PC adapter to your PlayStation VR2 and a Windows PC, download the SteamVR™ App and the free PlayStation VR2 App from Steam to get started. 

Check out the launch video below

Check details on everything you’ll need to get started below, including tutorials here. For details on compatible Bluetooth adapters, please visit PlayStation.com.  The PlayStation VR2 PC adapter is available for a RRP of $94.95 AUD at select retailers. 

Players will also need a commercially available DisplayPort cable (sold separately) that is compatible with DisplayPort 1.4, as well as a Steam account and a PC that meets the minimum requirements below.*

Minimum PC requirements

Here are the minimum requirements for PS VR2 gameplay on PC:

As with all PC gaming technology, performance may vary depending on your PC setup, including system compatibility and the quality of your DisplayPort 1.4 cable. Please ensure your setup meets the minimum requirements. SteamVR titles also have individual system requirements, so please refer to the game information on Steam.

Feature differences with PS VR2 on PS5

PS VR2 was designed from the ground up specifically for PS5 – so you’ll notice that some key features, like HDR, headset feedback, eye tracking, adaptive triggers, and haptic feedback (other than rumble), are not available when playing on PC. However, other high-fidelity and sensory immersion features of PS VR2 are supported, including 4K visuals (2000 x 2040 per eye), 110-degree field of view, finger touch detection, and see-through view, as well as foveated rendering (without eye tracking) and 3D Audio in supported games.***

While the most immersive way to experience PS VR2 gaming remains on PS5, the team hopes players will enjoy the ability to play an expanded lineup of VR games on PC using the same headset. Players can check out Steam’s huge library of multiplayer open worlds, survival horror and stealth action games, sports sims, puzzlers, and free-to-play fan favorites on the Steam Store. 

To learn more about the PlayStation VR2 PC adapter visit the PlayStation Blog. 

For the latest PlayStation news, follow PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. 

Dive into the fast-paced word of combat racing mayhem with two exhilarating game modes, 6 diverse maps and 8 customisable vehicles

Sydney, Australia – 8 August 2024: Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks, the free-to-play multiplayer combat racer, is now available in Early Access on PC. Join us in the grim darkness of the far future, where only the fastest, cunning, and most brutal Orks will prevail.

Watch a brand-new trailer here and join the Waaagh!

Early Access Overview

Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks enters Early Access for a limited time as the development team prepares for the full launch later this year, marking the start of Season 1.

Early Access includes:

• Two game modes. In Deff Rally, 16 players race to capture points and fight to control them in succession before a sprint to the finish. Kill Konvoy features teams racing alongside formidable Stompas, battling and bombing their enemy to help ensure their Stompa reaches the finish line first.
• 8 vehicles to master and combine to help ensure victory
• 6 epic battlefields representing the vast, hostile and diverse grim-dark universe of Warhammer 40,0000
• WAAAGH! Path: the core progression system that encourages players to play towards unlocking new cosmetics that are released each season, along with other items like hard currency and Scrap Boosts. An optional premium subscription – the Loot Pass – grants access to additional exclusive items.
• More than 100 customisation items: vehicle kits, paint jobs, rims, and more.

Early Access is just the beginning for Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks. Season 1 – the game’s first major update – will launch later this year, which will include Ork customisation as a way to customise the player’s mascot-like Pit Boss. In addition, the update will add a new vehicle, a new map, and various other improvements.

To join the Early Access on Steam, users need to sign-up or log into an existing Speed Freeks Account powered by PROS, our online service for upcoming games from PLAION, Saber Interactive, Deep Silver, and more.  

For more details about the Speed Freeks account please see our release information blog here.

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, miniature soldiers, novels and model kits through more than 540 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop or Warhammer), its own 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 its publishing division ‘Black Library’ and its special resin miniatures studio ‘Forge World’) can be found at www.games-workshop.com.

Warhammer 40,000: Speed Freeks © Copyright Games Workshop Limited 2024. 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. 

About PLAION 

PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe. Founded three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences. PLAION is an Embracer Group company.

Compete in marvelous minigame madness arriving on Meta Quest and Steam VR

BRISBANE, QUEENSLAND – August 7, 2024 – On Point, the vibrant VR light gun shooter from developer Actuator Digital, pulls the trigger on its Early Access launch for Meta Quest and Steam VR today!

Relive the glory days of fast-moving targets, colorful stages, and clicky plastic guns in 90 eccentric minigames reminiscent of notable arcade and lightgun classics. Wreak havoc in a china shop or blast away at waves of free-falling fruit and red-hot lava balls in each increasingly challenging stage.

Despite On Point’s ‘90s arcade inspirations, no tokens are required! Bring a sharp eye and split-second judgment to take down bullseyes hiding behind glass, leaves blowing in the wind, and seemingly innocent targets that could transform into game-ending bombs in an instant! Perfect the art of hand-eye coordination and quick reflexes to rocket to the top of the global leaderboards.

On Point will see several significant updates in the lead-up to its full 1.0 launch including a fully optimized PC mode, a new achievement system, light gun customization, leaderboard improvements, and Twitch chat support.

“On Point is our team’s tribute to iconic ‘90s arcade games,” says Sebastiaan Fehr, Founder of Actuator Digital. “We’ve brought the best of these games to VR in the most accessible way possible. On Point emphasizes aim and coordination with limited locomotion, reducing the risk of nausea. We’ve worked hard to breathe new life into this genre and can’t wait for gamers of all skill levels to play it for themselves!” 

On Point enters Early Access today for Meta Quest 2 and Steam VR, retailing for $14.99 USD. For more information about On Point please visit their official website, follow the team on Twitter, join the community on Discord, and search #OnPointGame on all social media platforms.

About Actuator Digital

Actuator Digital is home to a small team of passionate developers based out of Brisbane, Queensland. It was formed to create beautiful software for both practical applications and game development. The studio embraces an owner-operator business model and strives to bring great ideas into fruition. Composed of industry veterans with extensive experience working with major IPs and game franchises, Actuator Digital’s approach to creating entertaining experiences combines cutting-edge development and a desire to create fun gameplay for people of all ages and backgrounds.

For more information on Actuator Digital, please visit their official website.

Marauder Tech Games, an innovative mobile game venture, emphasizes creativity and adaptability among its international team.

Orlando, Florida, Wednesday 07 August 2024 | The game industry sees further expansion today as former NFL Player Morgan Kane launches Marauder Tech Games, a remote mobile games studio geared towards leading the next generation of mobile game development. Alongside Kane’s leadership is Joel Balyeat, a former Senior Producer at Activision and current Chief Product Officer.

Marauder Tech Games emerges as a fresh face in the mobile games space. Led by former Tampa Bay Buccaneer and Carolina Panther Morgan Kane, the Independent AA studio aims to lead the next generation of mobile gaming with its diverse remote staff. As Kane’s first venture into the games industry, the self-funded studio is backed by his extensive business portfolio and curated executive officers. Marauder Tech Games is currently developing their first title, a turn-based mobile strategy game with a unique twist.

“Marauder started as an idea more than a decade ago. I’ve always enjoyed strategy games, but at the time, I didn’t have the resources available to start a game studio. In April of 2023, I decided to hire my first developer, and now, more than a year later, we’re ready to start slowly lifting the veil of what we’ve been working on for the past year and a half. 

Our goal with Marauder’s maiden title is to provide a unique take on the turn-based genre. Turn-based strategy games typically take quite a while to finish, and not everyone has time to sit behind their screen for multiple hours to finish a game. The focus on our first title is that players can play it when and wherever they want without feeling extreme time constraints for their moves.”

Among Marauder’s industry veterans is Joel Balyeat, a former Senior Producer for Activision’s Call of Duty franchise. As a studio executive, Balyeat’s vision encompasses not only the production of a successful final project but also the belief in “opportunity for everyone.” Marauder’s 22-person team consists of junior developers and seniors alike, leaning on the experience of seasoned staff while incorporating the innovation of industry upstarts. The AA studio is committed to Kane’s goal of becoming a global studio, with staff representing Australia, Argentina, the US, Canada, and more.

“As a new studio, we had the opportunity to do things different from traditional game studios. Our remote setup allows us to hire great talent from all over the world for every position without having to relocate them to a single area. We’re also extremely focused on hiring a diverse talent pool, from experienced AAA developers to juniors with fresh perspectives.

So far, our strategy has been extremely successful. We’ve been able to gather a strong team from people all over the world, which has allowed us to be adaptable and agile in our approach from prototyping to beta testing. Being in a relatively fast developer environment also means that we’re fast to implement feedback from our external tests much quicker than is usual for teams of this size.”

Marauder Tech Games is developing a turn-based strategy game that will be released on iOS and Android later this year. The medieval fantasy title will feature multiplayer duels, several character classes, and an adaptive strategy playstyle. The asynchronous gameplay allows for multiple games at once, challenging players to devise the ultimate strategy and turn spare moments into epic battles.

For more information on Marauder Tech Games, please visit maraudertech.net

About Marauder Tech Games

Driven by a passion for gaming, our founder, Morgan Kane, pursued his vision for turn-based strategy with patience and determination. Piece by piece, Morgan assembled a team to bring this vision to life. Today, we boast over 20 dedicated team members and several supporting agencies handling legal, marketing, public relations, community engagement, and money processing.