Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe today announced the release of Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes on PlayStation 5 (PSVR2), PC (Meta Horizon Store and SteamVR) and standalone on Meta Quest 2 & 3*. Developed by Iconik, this new VR game puts the players under the hood of Dark Six, on her journey to unveil her secrets and become whole again.

Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes delivers a completely new way of playing the Little Nightmares franchise, directly under the hood of Dark Six, making it the most immersive episode of the franchise to date. The eerie and atmospheric universe players have come to discover and love will be put in a completely new light, from up close where every turn can hide a new danger.

In their quest to reunite Dark Six with the missing part of herself, some players might recognize familiar faces and places, but they will soon learn that appearances can be deceiving. In addition, new places, such as The Train Station where the Conductor is looming, new threats, puzzles and residents, expand the lore of Little Nightmares with a new very emotionally engaging story.

Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes is available on PlayStation 5 (PSVR2), PC (Meta Horizon Store and SteamVR) and standalone on Meta Quest 2 & 3.

For more information about Little Nightmares VR: Altered Echoes and other titles from Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu.

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

Press Release © 2026 Bandai Namco Entertainment Europe S.A.S. All other trademarks are properties of their respective owners

Demon Artist Kazuma Kaneko Returns to Consoles With A Brand New RPG Story

Tokyo, Japan (April 24, 2026) – Developer Colopl and renowned video game artist Kazuma Kaneko today have released KAZUMA KANEKO’S TSUKUYOMI for the Nintendo Switch system. Combines the fast-paced and strategic elements of a deck-building roguelike with a robust and compelling story, character design, and world building Kazuma Kaneko is known for from his previous RPG works. TSUKUYOMI is now available digitally through the Nintendo Switch eShop priced at $24.99 / £22.49.

In TSUKUYOMI, players take on the role of four Divine Hunters as they make their way through the demon infested floors of The Hashira. This state-of-the-art high rise has been sealed off by the mysterious Noriko Tomi. Each of the four Tskukuyomi have their own strengths and weaknesses in battle. Careful deck building strategies will ensure players utilize each character’s unique play style to take down the over 40 bosses that stand in the way of the ultimate truth. As players defeat bosses and move across floors, they will have the opportunity to level up and acquire Tsukimono, items that buff characters on individual runs. Completion of the game’s story mode will unlock post-game content for players looking to put their skills to the test with increased difficulty.  

Throughout their journey, players will make critical decisions which will have consequences in the moment, and alter their character’s moral alignment which determines the type of Creation Cards* they obtain when they encounter the character Okami. With over 3,000 Creation Cards to be found in the game, no two playthroughs will be the same as players encounter Creation Cards Okami has bestowed upon them from previous runs. 

During the middle of the game’s story, players will encounter the iconic Devil Hunters: Dante, Nero, and Vergil from Capcom’s iconic action title, Devil May Cry 5. Depending on the player’s choices, they will engage in battle against these formidable foes. The Devil Hunters boast immense combat prowess and will attack players using highly powerful unique skills. While the battles will be challenging, defeating them yields massive rewards. Upon victory, the Devil Hunters will join Tsukuyomi as powerful “Jinma” card allies, allowing players to experience the exhilarating “Stylish Action” of Devil May Cry 5 through strategic card battles with unique card effects that faithfully recreate their traits from the original game. 

For more information on KAZUMA KANEKO’S TSUKUYOMI, please visit: https://tsukuyomi-game.com

*Creation Cards feature art generated by AI

About Devil May Cry 5
The Devil May Cry series consists of stylish action games known for their unique characters and exhilarating gameplay. As one of Capcom’s major brands, the games in this series have cumulatively sold more than 33 million* units since the first title was released in 2001. 

About COLOPL, inc. 
Colopl provides a wide variety of mobile games that transcend specific genres. From the world’s first location-based game, “Colony Life”, to the authentic action RPG “Shironeko Project” and “Tsukuyomi: The Divine Hunter” which utilizes generative AI, we strive to create new forms of entertainment using cutting-edge technology under our mission of “Entertainment in Real Life.

Take Control Like Never Before with the Turtle Beach Command Series KB7 and KB5 Gaming Keyboards Featuring Integrated Touchscreen Command Experience Places Critical Controls and Information Within Immediate Reach

Redefining Modern Control, the Command Series MC7 Wireless Gaming Mouse Features a Command Touch Display, Seamlessly Engineered for a Singular Experience Across Gaming, Streaming, and Creation

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA (April 24, 2026): Today, Turtle Beach Corporation (Nasdaq: TBCH), a leading gaming accessories brand, announced its expansion of PC peripherals with the launch of the all-new Turtle Beach® Command Series of keyboards and mice. Designed across a range of price points, the Command Series™ products deliver a new standard of value, combining high-speed performance, precision, and versatility to power – gaming, content creation, and everyday productivity.

The initial rollout features six innovative devices:

• KB7 TKL Hall-Effect Wired Keyboard with Touchscreen
• KB5 Full-Size Mechanical Wired Keyboard with Touchscreen
• KP7 Wired Hall-Effect Keypad
• MC7 Wireless Mouse with touchscreen
• MC5 Wireless Gaming Mouse
• MC3 Wired Gaming Mice

“The all-new Command Series marks a major moment for Turtle Beach – our most advanced lineup of keyboards and mice yet, built for the speed, precision, and flexibility that today’s gamers, creators, and multitaskers demand,” said Cris Keirn, Chief Executive Officer, Turtle Beach Corporation.

“Across every price point, we’re delivering a new level of performance and versatility for the category. With integrated Command Touch Displays on the KB7 and KB5 keyboards and the MC7 mouse, we’re putting faster control and deeper customisation directly at your fingertips. I’m incredibly proud of the team for continuing to push what peripherals can be and redefining what it means to play, create, and thrive at the intersection of gaming and everyday life.”

The full Command Series lineup is now available for pre-order at turtlebeach.com. Keyboards will be available globally starting in May, with mice following in July 2026. Additional details, pricing, and local on-sale dates are listed below under each category.

Keyboards and Keypad

The Command Series KB7 TKL Hall-Effect Wired Keyboard features a 4.3” Command Touch Display with built-in OBS and Streamlabs integration, giving you instant control over your stream without leaving the action. Switch profiles, trigger macros, monitor system stats, adjust audio, and launch apps all directly from the display.

Titan low-profile Hall-Effect switches, rated for 100 million keystrokes, deliver fast, precise input with adjustable actuation. Premium double-shot PBT keycaps provide a clean, tactile feel, with textured WASD keys for added grip and control. A slim, aluminum-reinforced chassis and detachable wrist rest ensure lasting comfort and durability.

With true 8K polling, an integrated Action Bar, and per-key RGB lighting with illuminated palm rest, the KB7 is built for performance. Dual modular rails allow for expanded functionality with Command Series accessories like the KP7 keypad, making it the centerpiece of the ecosystem.

Compatible with Windows® 10/11 PCs. Available for pre-order now at $349.99 RRP, with the launch on May 22, 2026.

The Command Series KB5 Full-Size Wired Mechanical Keyboard puts total control at your fingertips. Its 2.4” Command Touch Display with OBS and Streamlabs integration lets you manage your stream, switch profiles, trigger macros, and monitor system stats, all without breaking focus.

Titan low-profile mechanical switches actuate at just 1.2mm for fast, precise input, paired with premium double-shot PBT keycaps and additional textured WASD keys for enhanced grip and feel. Pre-lubed switches, tuned stabilizers, and true 8K polling deliver smooth, ultra-responsive performance, while five dedicated macro keys and a clickable volume barrel provide quick, intuitive control. A low-profile, aluminum-reinforced chassis with a detachable palm rest ensures lasting comfort and durability.

Compatible with Windows 10/11 PCs. Available for pre-order now at $239.95 RRP, with the launch on May 22, 2026.

The Command Series KP7 Modular Keypad is engineered for speed, precision, and adaptability across gaming, creation, and productivity workflows. Use it as a dedicated gaming keypad, macro pad, or numpad, with seamless docking to the KB7 Keyboard via dual modular rails, or as a standalone device. Titan low-profile Hall-Effect switches rated for 100 million clicks deliver fast, precise input with adjustable actuation and Rapid Trigger. True 8K wired performance ensures 0.125ms latency. A low‑profile chassis with kickstands, detachable wrist rest, programmable scroll wheel, extendable thumb bar when mounted to the right side of the KB7 or as a standalone, and per key RGB lighting with illuminated palm rest completes a premium experience.

It is compatible with Windows 10/11 PCs and it starts on pre-order today with a RRP of $154.95 and launches on May 22, 2026.

Gaming Mice

Command Series MC7 Wireless Gaming Mouse delivers seamless control for gaming, streaming, and productivity. The Command Touch Display provides intuitive fingertip control without layered software or excess buttons. Quickly adjust DPI, switch profiles, trigger macros, or control apps without breaking focus. For streamers and creators, it becomes a powerful command hub for OBS control, mic muting, and app launches without interruption. With tri-mode connectivity, seamlessly switch between 2.4GHz wireless, Bluetooth®, and wired. True 8K polling delivers ultra-low 0.125ms latency, paired with an Owl Eye™ 30K DPI optical sensor and Titan Optical Switches for flawless tracking and long-term durability. Enjoy zero downtime with dual 1000 mAh hot-swappable batteries (the same batteries used in Stealth Pro II) and the included charging dock. Each battery delivers up to 10 hours at full power, or up to 15 hours at 8K with the LED and LCD lighting turned off. Designed for stability and precision, the MC7’s ergonomic right-handed shape supports confident, controlled play with comfortable palm and claw grip support. Paired with an adaptive 4D scroll wheel, customizable RGB lighting, 33 programmable functions using Easy-Shift™, and onboard profiles, The MC7 is a core component of the Command Series ecosystem.

It is compatible with Windows 10/11 PCs and it starts on pre-order today with a RRP of $249.95 and launches on July 24, 2026.

The Command Series MC5 Wireless Gaming Mouse is built for players who demand absolute precision, speed, and customization. Whether you’re locking down an FPS battlefield, grinding through an RPG campaign, or boosting productivity, the MC5 puts total control at your fingertips. With up to 29 programmable functions using Easy-Shift, side scroll barrel with click functionality and a versatile 4D scroll wheel, you can build advanced profiles and react faster across any game or task. Experience next‑level responsiveness with true 8K low‑latency wireless performance. With an 8K polling rate and ultra‑low 0.125ms latency, the MC5 is up to eight times faster than standard gaming mice and you can enjoy up to 35 hours of continuous 8K playtime. Powered by the Owl‑Eye 30K DPI Optical Sensor, and Titan Optical Switch technology, the MC5 adapts to your playstyle and delivers total control every session.

It is compatible with Windows 10/11 PCs and it starts on pre-order today with a RRP of $189.95 and launches on July 24, 2026.

The Command Series MC3 Wired Gaming Mouse delivers precision and reliability with zero‑latency USB performance. Featuring up to 29 programmable inputs when using Easy-Shift, a 4D scroll wheel, Owl‑Eye 30K DPI optical sensor with 1K polling, Titan Optical switches, customizable RGB lighting, and onboard profiles, MC3 gives you a powerful wired gaming mouse built without compromise.

It is compatible with Windows 10/11 PCs and it starts on pre-order today with a RRP of $124.95 and launches on July 24, 2026.

For more information on the latest Turtle Beach products and accessories, visit www.turtlebeach.com and www.victrixpro.com

About Turtle Beach Corporation

Turtle Beach Corporation (the “Company”) (www.turtlebeachcorp.com) is one of the world’s leading gaming accessory providers. The Company’s namesake Turtle Beach brand (www.turtlebeach.com) is known for designing best-selling gaming headsets, top-rated game controllers, award-winning PC gaming peripherals, and groundbreaking gaming simulation accessories. Innovation, first-to-market features, a broad range of products for all types of gamers, and top-rated customer support have made Turtle Beach a fan-favourite brand and the market leader in console gaming audio for over a decade. Turtle Beach Corporation acquired Performance Designed Products LLC (www.pdp.com) in 2024. Turtle Beach’s shares are traded on the Nasdaq Exchange under the symbol: TBCH.

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Raise The Black Flag and Let Your Reign Over the Seas Begin.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – 24 APRIL 2026 – Today, Ubisoft announced that the next instalment in the Assassin’s Creed™ franchise, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced will release worldwide on 9 July 2026. The game will be available on Ubisoft+*, PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, as well as Windows PC through the Ubisoft Store, Steam and the Epic Games Store.

Led by Ubisoft Singapore** Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is a faithful remake of Assassin’s Creed IV Black Flag, originally released in 2013. Rebuilt from the ground up and powered by the latest Anvil engine, the game features updated visuals and enriched gameplay, including parry‑driven combat, improved stealth and parkour, deeper naval mechanics, and new narrative content.

Set during the Golden Age of Piracy, Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced invites players to sail the Caribbean as Edward Kenway, a rebellious pirate captain drawn into the centuries-old conflict between Assassins and Templars. As Edward pursues glory and fortune, he crosses paths with legendary figures such as Blackbeard, Anne Bonny, and Calico Jack, while the fate of everything the pirates have built hangs in the balance.

During the Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced Showcase, Ubisoft also confirmed that GRAMMY‑nominated artist Woodkid is returning to the Assassin’s Creed franchise, collaborating on a reimagined track to be revealed later this year.

The standard edition of the game will be available here for a price of AUD $99.95 on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, as well as Windows PC through the Ubisoft Store, Steam and the Epic Games Store***.  PC System requirements have already been disclosed and can be consulted here.

Additionally, fans pre-ordering Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced will receive Blackbeard’s Crimson Pack, which includes an exclusive costume for Edward Kenway, a pair of swords, and a set of pistols. The Standard, Deluxe, and Collector’s Editions were announced as well.

• Standard Edition – Includes the base game.
• Deluxe Edition – This digital-only edition includes the base game plus the Master Assassin Character Pack and the Master Assassin Naval Pack. 
• Collector’s Edition – Includes everything in the Deluxe Edition, plus premium physical collector’s items: Edward’s Figurine, Edward wearable metal brooch, exclusive SteelBook®, cloth map, and more.

For more information on Assassin’s Creed, please visit: assassinscreed.com.

*Ubisoft+ Premium is available for AUD $23.95 per month. Cancel anytime.  More information at plus.ubisoft.com.

**Along with the following co-devs studios: Ubisoft Barcelona, Ubisoft Belgrade, Ubisoft Blue Byte, Ubisoft Bordeaux, Ubisoft Bucharest, Ubisoft Chengdu, Ubisoft Da Nang, Ubisoft India, Ubisoft Kyiv, Ubisoft Montpellier, Ubisoft Montreal, Ubisoft Philippines, Ubisoft Quebec, Ubisoft Shanghai, and Ubisoft Sofia

*** A one-time internet connection will be required to download the game. Once downloaded, the full main campaign of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced is fully playable offline.

About Assassin’s Creed          

Since it first launched in 2007, the Assassin’s Creed™ series has sold more than 230 million games worldwide. The franchise is now established as one of the best-selling series in video game history. Recognised for having some of the richest, most engrossing storytelling in the industry, Assassin’s Creed transcends video games, branching out into numerous other entertainment media.  

About Ubisoft

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. Ubisoft’s global teams create and develop a deep and diverse portfolio of games, featuring brands such as Assassin’s Creed™, Brawlhalla®, For Honor®, Far Cry®, Tom Clancy’s Ghost Recon®, Just Dance®, Rabbids®, Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six®, The Crew® and Tom Clancy’s The Division®. With a Ubisoft+ subscription, players can access new releases, premium editions and extra content on Day One on PC, console and cloud. For the 2024-25 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.85 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com.

© 2026 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Assassin’s Creed, Black Flag, Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered or unregistered trademarks of Ubisoft Entertainment in the US and/or other countries. Developed and published by Ubisoft.

On April 27, Toll Booth Simulator debuts on PC. Developed by a one-man studio, the game puts the player in charge of a toll booth on a desert highway. Routine work is part of the fun, as you can also grow strange fruits, sell drinks, take care of your base, and do much more. Everything in Toll Booth Simulator is packed with absurdity and crazy action. Plans include releasing the game on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.

Toll Booth Simulator is a game by the one-man studio SifDev from Azerbaijan. Ultimate Games S.A. is the publisher.

Barriers, Mutants, Cocktails, and Total Absurdity!

In Toll Booth Simulator, the player manages a toll booth on a desert highway. This job requires checking passports, collecting tolls, and deciding who may pass and who may not. However, routine work is only part of the fun. This unconventional simulator blends various genres, creating a mix of simulation, chaos, humor, and survival.

On one hand, it is a standard job simulator, but it also includes farming and survival elements where you can mix drinks and join many funny and absurd events.

Steam Store- https://store.steampowered.com/app/3896300/Toll_Booth_Simulator/

The gameplay combines routine gate work with escalating madness and absurd situations. In Toll Booth Simulator, the player can do many different things. In desert conditions, you can grow bizarre fruits, then mix and sell intriguing cocktails with surprising effects. Riskier actions of a less legal nature are also possible.

The world in Toll Booth Simulator is full of diverse characters with their own stories and behaviors. You can participate in additional events with some of them. The game also lets you hire employees, drive a car, explore the surroundings, go on dates, or adopt pets. Resources gathered during gameplay are best spent on buying and furnishing your base.

Toll Booth Simulator – Key Features:

• Work at a highway toll booth;
• Grow strange fruits and sell drinks;
• Face total chaos and absurdity;
• Take part in crazy actions;
• Drive a car and explore the surroundings;
• Take care of your base.

The PC (Steam) release date for Toll Booth Simulator is April 27, 2026. The game will also release on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S later.

One of 2026’s top-rated games now specially adapted for controllers

PHILADELPHIA – April 23, 2026 – Perfect Tides: Station to Station, the coming-of-age narrative adventure from developer Three Bees’ and winner of the 2026 IGF Award for Excellence in Narrative, arrives on Nintendo Switch on Monday, May 14, 2026, as revealed during the Second Wind Showcase.

Meredith Gran, creator of the hit webcomic Octopus Pie and the award winning Perfect Tides, fills each chapter of Perfect Tides: Station to Station with unforgettable characters and authentic life. Join fledgling writer Mara Whitefish as she begins her college years in the big city, where her competing desires to become a successful writer and be loved by others propels her into a series of tumultuous experiences and encounters that shape who she becomes as a person.

Navigate Mara’s newfound independence to balance education, relationships, and personal development as she struggles to find her footing as a young adult. Talk with new friends, lovers, and mentors to deepen relationships, and use the city’s mass transit system to explore more than 60 environments. 

Keep track of names in Mara’s early 2000s’ brick-style cell phone, and collect important books and reading assignments to broaden her knowledge of new topics to discuss up with everyone she encounters. Each experience, assignment, and conversation present new opportunities for Mara to grow into the writer she dreams of becoming – or languish in mediocre obscurity.

“I wanted to make sure that players have a smooth and seamless experience playing Perfect Tides: Station to Station on Switch, so we worked with Clickpulp to get the Switch controls just right,” said Three Bees founder Meredith Gran. “They’ve done a great job, and Mara feels right at home on the Nintendo Switch.”

Perfect Tides: Station to Station launches Monday, May 14 on Nintendo Switch. It is available now on PC and Mac via Steam. For more information, please visit the official website, follow the team on Bluesky and Twitter/X, join the community on Discord, and search #PerfectTides on all social media platforms.

About Three Bees

Three Bees is an independent game development studio founded by cartoonist and animator Meredith Gran. From 2007-2017, Meredith wrote and illustrated the webcomic popular Octopus Pie, amassing more than 100,000 readers over its 10-year run. 

In 2022 Three Bees released its first title, Perfect Tides, a conduit for explorations of time, love and sexuality, creative drive, and the buried past. Its next title, Perfect Tides: Station to Station, is out now. It further meditates on the early years of adulthood, of moments both scarring and sublime.

For more information, visit the official website.

Pilot your husk, build your deck and push your luck in a roguelike where healing is impossible

LONDON (April 23, 2026) – It’s time to get in the robot and fight for survival in heated mech-on-mech card battles with Husk Protocol. Publisher Fireshine Games and developer ODD SUB laid all their cards on the table at the Second Wind Showcase with the double-whammy reveal of the deck-driven mecha game and its open playtest, available nowon Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4202270/Husk_Protocol/

This isn’t your typical giant robot power fantasy, though, because there’s no way to heal in Husk Protocol, meaning you’ll need to choose the right moment to abandon your husk, and some of the rewards you’ve gained from it, or risk dying with it.

Step into the bruto-punk world of Husk Protocol, combining deckbuilding strategy with intense mech-on-mech battles presented in delightfully grungy pixel art. View the action right from the cockpit and feel every bullet and missile wear down your hulking armor. But with no way to regain any lost health, each battle could be your last.

Each mech has its own playstyle, from brawlers that benefit from taking damage to control suits that specialize in managing crowds. Don’t get too attached to your Husk, though, because abandoning your mech for a new one isn’t a matter of if, but when. 

Combine the cards and modules you salvage from one mech and combine them with the next to make a build strong enough to survive. But be warned: every move you make raises your detection meter until you’re ambushed by the city’s mainframe and have to start the boss battle early.

Catch the latest updates on Husk Protocol and other Fireshine Games titles here: https://fireshinegames.co.uk/.

About ODD SUB

ODD SUB is an independent game studio founded by three industry vets who after years of navigating the established currents, descended into uncharted depths to pursue the projects that genuinely excite them. The odd concepts, unexplored mechanics, and untold stories, built to operate in creative pressure, crafting experiences that emerge from genuine curiosity rather than safe harbors. They like games. They like them odd. They like them fun. 

Husk Protocol is their first project.

About Fireshine Games

Fireshine Games is a global publisher of digital and physical video games based in London, England. With a passion for discovering unique indie gems and helping them reach players worldwide, Fireshine pairs hands-on support with genuine creative collaboration. Established in 2014, Fireshine has built a growing portfolio of acclaimed digital titles, including Core Keeper and Shadows of Doubt, while also partnering with leading studios to bring major digital hits to physical release, such as Lies of P from Neowiz, Balatro from Playstack, and Jurassic World Evolution 3 from Frontier Developments. Fireshine Games is part of the EG7 group of companies.

Enforce or bend the rules in this high-stakes simulation roguelike from the creators of Gas Station Simulator

KRAKÓW, Poland – Apr. 23, 2026 – The first demo for Airport Contraband, the roguelike Customs Officer simulation game, is available for business and for pleasure on PC via Steam. DRAGO Entertainment hones their experience from Gas Station Simulator, which has sold more than two million units, and brings it to a tropical paradise.

Settle into the first days on the job as a Customs Officer at Caldora Airport, a place where civic duty runs up against the wages of greed and corruption. Clear passengers for travel, check travel documents, and inspect inbound luggage, confiscating prohibited items found either in bags or hidden in clothing.

Balance the call of duty against the tempting offers from the Caldora cartels, whose methods are quite persuasive. Enforce the law or break it, juggle cartel demands, and choose between holding firm in your morality or developing a mutually beneficial relationship to earn some extra income.

Each run in Airport Contraband is distinct, ending as a result of making too many mistakes or failing to deliver on the cartel’s demands. Use the persistent progression system to unlock new perks and tools opening up additional options for screening passengers more quickly or dealing with unruly travelers more effectively.

“The Airport Contraband demo introduces officers to the first few days on the job at Caldora Airport,” said Joanna Tynor, CEO at DRAGO Entertainment. “It also debuts some of the new ideas we’ve been working on, like the semi-roguelike ‘run’ structure and having to strike a balance between doing your job well and appeasing the cartels. This is a great appetizer for fans while they wait patiently for the full release.”

The Airport Contraband demo is available on Steam. Follow DRAGO on X/Twitter for more details as they become available.

About DRAGO entertainment

DRAGO entertainment began operations in 1998 in Krakow, Poland. The company initially focused on creating innovative projects for international video publishers as an external contractor while strengthening internal competencies and creating a friendly and professional team to develop their own titles. Since adopting a new strategy in 2018, their goal is to deliver high-quality productions on an international level.

The studio’s flagship title is Gas Station Simulator, which released on September 15, 2021 and immediately became a best seller on Steam. DRAGO entertainment is currently broadening their horizons with new projects and continuing to support their current titles. 

Learn more about DRAGO entertainment on the official website. 

Investigate two full cases right now in an eerie, hand-animated world of intrigue and sorcery

NICOSIA, Cyprus –April 23, 2026 –At today’s Second Wind Games Showcase, CRITICAL REFLEX (Mouthwashing, No, I’m not a human) and developer HeyBird! revealed a new trailer for the occult detective adventure game Inkblood! In addition, Inkblood has a new Steam playtest that will get you started as an Inquisitor into the mysteries of this dark and treacherous world.

Inkblood’s new Steam playtest features two bizarre ritualistic murders to solve. This strange, hand-animated world, inspired by 19th-century Eastern Europe, is home to eerie mental institutions, secret societies, uncanny masked carnivals, and even mushroomfolk in human form. Your job is somehow to keep it all in check by solving the most peculiar crimes and upholding the rule of the Inquisition. At least, while your objectives align…

About Inkblood

Wicked sorcery abounds, rotting the minds of the people and the very fabric of reality itself. You must uncover what’s really going on before the comet arrives, dooming the whole land. And that’s if it isn’t already too late.

Inkblood challenges you to solve 10 unique cases, each more mind-boggling than the last, inspired by games like The Case of the Golden Idol, Strange Horticulture, and Return of the Obra Dinn. Explore the past and present, travel the small open world in search of answers, investigate both outside and inside your carriage, and seek further insight through mushroom-induced hallucinations. But be warned: both this land and the Inquisition itself harbor secrets that are better left unsolved.

Key Features

• Uncover the Truth:As the Inquisitor, you are uniquely equipped to solve a cultist conspiracy. Deduction, observation, intuition, supernatural tools provided by the Inquisition – use everything we have trained you for.
• Home Away from Home:Your carriage is a temporary home and base of operations. There are rumors it might even contain hidden secrets of its own… Ignore those! Return the carriage exactly as it was, or face your fate.
• Explore the Land: You’re not bound to one place: the investigation will lead you to bizarre, secret locations. Poke the map on the back of the coachman to tell him where to drive, and pursue the enemies of the state across the land.
• Eradicate the Occult: Your cases may seem like random occurrences at first, but they’re all connected to a grand conspiracy that even we’re not authorized to speak of. No detail is insignificant, and sometimes even the smallest may lead to the greatest of revelations.
• Gaze into the Past: Your magnifying glass has a rather peculiar ability to see not only what is, but what once was. But be careful: don’t look into things that are none of your concern!

Inkblood will officially release later this year. Join the new playtest and wishlist now on Steam! To dive deeper into all things CRITICAL REFLEX, visit www.criticalreflex.com.

About Hey Bird!

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Is it a fish? We honestly don’t know. We found an egg and this thing came out of it. All we know if we like making weird games and experiences.

About CRITICAL REFLEX

CRITICAL REFLEX is an indie game publisher obsessed with genre-blending, rule-breaking, brain-melting games. We help devs polish the weird, sharpen the wild, and launch their projects loud. Known for titles like Buckshot Roulette, Lunacid, Mouthwashing and No, I’m not a Human, we champion the unforgettable experiences. Genre is a prison and we ate the warden.

About CR Channel CR Channel is the CRITICAL REFLEX publishing label focusing exclusively on indie horror.

Behind-the-scenes episode highlights the cross-disciplinary approach to building immersion in a decopunk noir setting

Issaquah, WA, USA – April 23rd, 2026 – Seismic Squirrel today released the seventh behind-the-scenes developer diary for Aether & Iron during the Second Wind Games Showcase. Titled “Creating Immersion”, the episode features Narrative Director Tyler Whitney, who explores how the team builds a cohesive world by aligning narrative, design, art, and sound to support a unified player experience.

Rather than treating immersion as a feature, the team approaches it as a shared foundation across development – where every department contributes to reinforcing a cohesive alternate 1930s New York. From grounded character writing and internally consistent world-building, to environmental storytelling and systems designed around player identity, each element is shaped to support a single goal: making the world feel lived-in and reactive.

The episode highlights how this philosophy extends into both visual and gameplay design, ensuring that tone, mechanics, and presentation all work in service of the player’s role as a smuggler navigating a vertical, decopunk city.

Aether & Iron is now available on Steam for Windows and MacOS, featuring full English voice acting and text localization support for English, Spanish (Spain & Latin America), French, German, Polish, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, and Simplified Chinese – Players can purchase Aether & Iron and try the demo today on Steam!  

About Aether & Iron: 
Set in an alternate 1930s New York transformed into a vertical city by the discovery of “aether”, a key component to newfound anti-gravitational technology, Aether & Iron follows Gia, a smuggler navigating crime syndicates, political conspiracies, and fragile alliances. Players shape Gia’s story through meaningful decisions, with every choice influencing relationships, outcomes and the fate of the city itself. The game features writing talent with credits on Mass Effect, Far Cry, and Sovereign Syndicate, with an original score composed by two-time Grammy Award winner Christopher Tin and Grammy nominee Alex Williamson, best known for their work on the Civilization series. 

About Seismic Squirrel
Seismic Squirrel is a talented and passionate team of both industry veterans and enthusiastic newcomers. We share a strong desire to tell fascinating stories supporting engaging gameplay mechanics.