Travel from the ’70s to the 2020s with a whole new Just Dance experience that brings every generation together

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – September 11, 2026 – Today, Ubisoft announced Just Dance: Decades of Hits, a brand-new experience across eras of music, will launch on October 13, 2026, on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation^® 5, Xbox Series X|S and on November 10, 2026, on Nintendo Switch 2. Designed for unforgettable moments of fun with friends and family, Just Dance: Decades of Hits brings every era to one dance floor. 

Just Dance: Decades of Hits brings every generation together with 35 iconic songs across six different decades: 

• Mamma Mia by ABBA 
• Uptown Girl by Billy Joel 
• It’s Tricky by Run-DMC 
• No Scrubs by TLC 
• Wannabe by Spice Girls 
• Bye Bye Bye by *NSYNC 
• Feel Good Inc. by Gorillaz 
• Turn Down for What by DJ Snake and Lil Jon  
• Danza Kuduro by Don Omar feat. Lucenzo 
• Manchild by Sabrina Carpenter 
• NUEVAYoL by Bad Bunny 
• And more! 

In Just Dance: Decades of Hits, songs, visuals, and an all-new Adventure Mode are all designed to immerse players in the spirit that made each decade unforgettable. From the funky ‘70s disco floors and the electrifying ‘80s rock scene, to the glossy 2000s pop and beyond, travel through time and share the joy of rediscovering iconic moments with friends and family. 

Embark on a fun immersive adventure for all generations with the new Adventure mode. Follow Lyra, Dr. Gigavolt’s daughter, in a playful journey through time to rescue her father. Explore the decades through six themed worlds, enjoy fun mini activities, unlock exclusive rewards, and best of all: dance to decade-defining songs. Adventure Mode is available for players who own Just Dance: Decades of Hits.  

Perfect for any family night or party, up to six players can dance locally in Just Dance: Decades of Hits. Playing Just Dance is easier than ever by using a phone as a controller, no extra accessories needed.* For unpredictable, chaotic fun where the rules change every round, players can jump into Party Mode, or they can get moving with the Workout Mode, which tracks calories burned with each dance. Every player can customize their own profile with the new multiple dancer card system.  

Those who own Just Dance: Decades of Hits as well as Just Dance 2023-2026 editions will be able access all their songs in one place on the same console without having to switch games or separate menus! This also includes songs from purchased Music Packs and songs available through an active Just Dance+ subscription.**  

Get ready to hit the dance floor on October 13 by wishlisting Just Dance: Decades of Hits at justdance.com/decadesofhits/where-to-buy. 

For more details about Just Dance: Decades of Hits, please visit justdance.com.  

For more information about other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.  

*A smartphone with the free Just Dance Controller app is required with iOS 14.4 or higher OR Android 9 or higher. For Xbox and PlayStation players, this app is required to track moves – no additional accessories required. For Switch players, this app is required to use the Camera Controller Mode. 

**Just Dance+ is a streaming service, playable via Just Dance 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026 Editions or Just Dance: Decades of Hits, that grants access to additional songs. Requires the connection to a Ubisoft Account (age restrictions apply depending on your country of residence to create one), permanent internet access, and the payment of a fee and/or an ongoing subscription fee. Auto-renewal may be activated during the purchase. May require a platform account and additional platform subscription to access (please check full details on the platform store before subscribing). Membership auto-renews after initial term at the then-current price unless cancelled, depending on platform. Just Dance+ is not available in all countries and cannot be accessed through the free version of Just Dance. Not compatible with Just Dance 2022 or older versions of game. 

About Just Dance Franchise 

Launched in 2009, Just Dance is the award‑winning music video game franchise that has become a global phenomenon, bringing people together through approachable, joyful movement and chart‑topping music. As one of the most successful dance game franchises of all time, Just Dance has engaged more than 80 million players worldwide, alongside more than 12.3 billion views on YouTube. Turning any space into a shared experience, Just Dance makes it easy to connect, laugh, and create lasting memories while celebrating music, self‑expression, and inclusivity for players of all ages and skill levels. On October 13, Just Dance: Decades of Hits will be released, expanding the experience with fresh ways to move and groove. Just Dance: Decades of Hits is developed by Ubisoft Paris in co-development with Ubisoft Pune, Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft Kyiv, and Ubisoft Bucharest. 

About Ubisoft 

Ubisoft is a creator of worlds, committed to enriching players’ lives with original and memorable entertainment experiences. 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^®. Through Ubisoft Connect, players can enjoy an ecosystem of services to enhance their gaming experience, get rewards and connect with friends across platforms. With Ubisoft+, the subscription service, they can access a growing catalog of more than 100 Ubisoft games and DLC. For the 2025–26 fiscal year, Ubisoft generated net bookings of €1.53 billion. To learn more, please visit: www.ubisoftgroup.com. 
 
© 2026 Ubisoft Entertainment. All Rights Reserved. Just Dance, Ubisoft and the Ubisoft logo are registered trademarks in the US and/or other countries. 

Sydney, Australia, September 11, 2026 – Milestone, a leading global racing game developer, and Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, announced today the launch of HOT WHEELS™ Infinite Rush, now available on PlayStation®5, XBOX Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™ 2, ROG XBOX Ally, ROG XBOX Ally X, and PC via Steam, Microsoft Store, and Epic Games Store.

Watch the HOT WHEELS Infinite Rush launch trailer here:

HOT WHEELS Infinite Rush expands the fun beyond the iconic orange tracks, immersing players in a toy-scale world designed for exploration and high-speed racing fun. Players can race, explore, collect, customise, and create as they shape their own adventure across four interconnected islands packed with races and free-roaming activities.

From the bustling streets of Wheelswood to the industrial canyons of Gearville, the natural landscapes of Tentacle Bay, and the neon-lit alleys of Drifty Temples, each island has a distinctive visual identity and blends a variety of racing challenges, unexpected obstacles, and hidden collectibles. Players can freely sky-jump between the environments as they unlock new areas and events, shaping their own journey at their own pace.  

With more than 150 vehicles available at launch, ranging from iconic Hot Wheels™ Originals to legendary real-world automotive brands, players can expand their garage by completing races, taking on special events, and defeating the racing crews across the islands as they compete to earn the Rush Master title. Four distinct vehicle classes — Drifters, Speeders, Titans, and Versatiles — offer unique handling and feature a perk system that shapes performance and playstyle, encouraging players to experiment with different setups. This way, players can build a Rush Squad ready for any challenge: a four-vehicle team featuring their preferred Hot Wheels™ from each class. With a quick-switch button, they can instantly change vehicles while exploring the islands, ensuring they always have the right ride for every activity.

Customisation is at the heart of the experience, with extensive options available through Sticker and Livery editors, including wheel customisation, boost visual effects, and personalised boost and dash sound effects.

Creativity extends beyond the garage thanks to the Track Builder, which allows players to design unique routes that blend with the game world. The adaptive ground-snapping system lets track modules follow the terrain, while action markers define virtual opponents’ behaviour, including racing lines, acceleration, and braking points. With creations shareable across supported platforms*, the Track Builder offers endless opportunities for players to create, share, and compete with the wider community.

HOT WHEELS Infinite Rush also features multiplayer options, with full cross-play* support for online challenges and local split-screen** for up to four players, giving players multiple ways to compete across competitive modes, leaderboards, and asynchronous challenges.

HOT WHEELS Infinite Rush is available now on PlayStation®5, XBOX Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™ 2, ROG XBOX Ally, ROG XBOX Ally X, and PC via Steam, Microsoft Store, and Epic Games Store.

*Nintendo Switch 2 does not support cross-share or cross-play, so it is limited to its own platform.

**Nintendo Switch™ 2 will have 6 competitors per race 

About Milestone       
Founded in Milan in 1996, Milestone is one of the leading and longest-established racing game developers and publishers in the world. The +300 people team is responsible for hit series like MotoGP™, Monster Energy Supercross – The Official Videogame, the acclaimed Hot Wheels Unleashed™, as well as its own IPs, RIDE and Screamer. For more information, please visit https://milestone.it/

About Mattel               
Mattel is a leading global play and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world. We engage consumers and fans through our franchise brands, including Barbie®, Hot Wheels®, Fisher-Price®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends™, UNO®, Masters of the Universe®, Matchbox®, Monster High®, Polly Pocket®, and Barney®, as well as other popular properties that we own or license in partnership with global entertainment companies. Our offerings include toys, content, consumer products, digital and live experiences. Our products are sold in collaboration with the world’s leading retail and ecommerce companies. Since its founding in 1945, Mattel is proud to be a trusted partner in empowering generations to explore the wonder of childhood and reach their full potential. Visit us at mattel.com.

USERJOY’s classic and distinctive tactical SRPG, The Legend of Fancy Realm Remake, launches today (Sept.10th) on Steam and the UJ Mall. After nearly 30 years, Leonard and his companions return to the Halueseon Continent, embarking once more on an adventure woven from empire, mercenaries, and fate—now with fully remade characters, environments, battle interface, and in-game presentation

The Distinctive Classic Tactics Returns! Set Foot on the Halueseon Continent Today

Originally released in 1998, The Legend of Fancy Realm combined Tactical Strategy, Character Development, Promotion System, Branching Storylines, and hidden exploration to tell the story of the mercenary Leonard and his companions as they became unexpectedly entangled in the turmoil of the Halueseon Continent. Built on the original game’s world and story, this remake completely rebuilds the characters, environments, battle interface, and in-game presentation, while refining controls and selected systems for modern play habits.  In battle, players must master each character’s abilities, skill combinations, and positioning, while using terrain, party composition, and class traits to shape their strategy. Classic elements from the original—including Kill Streak, Character Promotion, Hidden Treasures, Special Merchants, and side-path exploration—have also been retained. The full version adds brand-new side stories, special battles, character outfits, and content such as “Warfront Gambit,” first introduced in the Steam Demo. Blast to the past with the included complete 1998 classic version of The Legend of Fancy Realm, which can be launched directly from the main game.

Player-Creation Events Coming Soon as Steam Workshop Development Continues

A series of player-creation events will roll out, inviting both new and veteran players to express their creativity through the characters, story, and tactical gameplay. The event is expected to feature multiple forms of participation; even players without prior modding experience can submit videos to propose campaign content they wish to challenge. Players can define the stage setting, victory and defeat conditions, enemy formations, special rules, and more, bringing their own ideas for tactical gameplay and battlefield design to life. Selected submissions are also planned to be showcased and introduced through official community channels, allowing more players to join the discussion.  In conjunction with the previously announced Steam Workshop support plan, an official Workshop Creation Challenge will also invite players familiar with the relevant tools to create content that can be used directly in the game.

Future Additional Content Will Be Free—DLC and Steam Workshop Remain in Development Following the game’s official launch, the development team will continue producing additional content. All forthcoming DLC expansion content is confirmed to be delivered via FREE title updates for all owners of the game—at no additional cost. The upcoming DLC will feature all-new narrative content not seen in previous entries. Details regarding characters, storylines, and stages remain under active development, with full reveals coming as soon as everything is finalized.

Launch Special: 10% Off for a Limited Time — Playable Starting Today!

To celebrate the official launch, The Legend of Fancy Realm Remake is offering a limited-time launch promotion on Steam and the UJ Mall starting today. From September 10, 2026 through September 24, 2026, purchases made during the promotional period will receive a 10% discount. 

The Legend of Fancy Realm Remake is now available on Steam and the UJ Mall. The Steam Demo also remains available as a free download.

About USERJOY Games 

Founded in 1995, USERJOY Games has developed a wide range of titles spanning PC, MMORPG, browser, and mobile platforms. The company is known for titles including Heroes of the Three Kingdoms, Fantasia Sango, Angels Online, and The Legend of Fancy Realm. Through continued investment in game development and innovation, USERJOY Games remains committed to delivering engaging entertainment experiences for players around the world.

Today, 2K and Gearbox Software released the Version 1.10 update for Borderlands 4, delivering Story Pack 2: FL4K and the Last Resort, the all-new playable Vault Hunter Loveless the Hacker, and Bounty Pack 5: Amara and the Vile Shadows.

Story Pack 2 brings a new zone packed with missions, collectibles, and eye-catching landmarks; intimidating enemies and intense boss fights; tons of new loot; and much more. Bounty Pack 5 includes an all-new repeatable mission alongside new bosses, cosmetics, and legendary gear. Plus, a brand-new Vault Hunter joins the cast providing a variety of assassin focused builds to conquer Kairos.

Story Pack 2: FL4K and the Last Resort
In Story Pack 2: FL4K and the Last Resort, players team up with returning beastmaster FL4K on the tropical island of Providence to save their loyal skag companion Mr. Chew from the Tediore corporation, led by five elite managers serving the ruthless Lieutenant Harmony.

Vault Hunters will infiltrate Providence’s active volcano bunker, grapple across the jungle with newly introduced ziplines, and upload directly into Tediore’s digiverse servers to fight enemy waves at the source. Opponents include soldiers in exo-suits that fight on even after death, hulking mechs with varying weapon attachments that can buff their allies and digistruct reinforcements, and minibosses spawned from the volcano spewing Ordonite-infused lava during dynamic world events. Surviving players will have a chance to earn two new Pearlescent weapons and 18 pieces of Legendary gear.

More information on the challenges awaiting players in the verdant wilds of Providence can be found in the Story Pack 2 release date announcement.

Playable Vault Hunter: Loveless the Hacker
Loveless the Hacker arrives as an all-new playable Vault Hunter. An ex-Anshin hacker turned assassin, Loveless has achieved a symbiotic fusion of biological and digital power to become a superior lifeform. Her psyche is shared with a digital virus of her own creation, which can digistruct into a physical Wyrm form to act as a deadly extension of her shared, perfection-seeking will.

Loveless’ aggressive, agile kit specialises in Critical Hits, Status Effects, and devastating Corrosive and Radiation damage. Learn about Loveless’ unique Trait and Action Skills on the Loveless Vault Hunter page, then witness a recounting of her violent dive into the digiverse in the “Uncontainable” Character Short. Loveless is playable across all of Borderlands 4’s base game and DLC zones.

Bounty Pack 5: Amara and the Vile Shadows
Vault Hunters join Amara to investigate Phase disturbances potentially stemming from Vile Lictor’s old laboratory on Elpis, where Order Synths that once served him lie dormant. Completing the mission will unlock a Vault Hunter Skin usable by all Vault Hunters, a Vehicle, and an ECHO-4 Drone Skin. Players can also take on a new boss, two new mini-bosses, and new Vile enemy types to earn a new Pearlescent weapon and six pieces of Legendary loot.

Available to purchase separately from the narrative-focused content, Vault Card 5 lets players earn new space-age rewards through gameplay, with 24 cosmetic items and four pieces of rerollable gear to unlock.

Version 1.10 System Updates
Version 1.10 increases the maximum level cap by 10 levels for all Borderlands 4 players and introduces Vault Hunter balance adjustments. Individual parts of Story Pack 1 and Bounty Pack 2 DLCs are also available for separate purchase starting today.

Starting today, a free-to-play weekend for Borderlands 4 begins, available to players across PlayStation®5  through PlayStation Plus, XBOX Series X|S through XBOX Game Pass, and PC through Steam. Players can Break Free across the complete base game experience through the conclusion of the promotion. Platform storefronts contain specific promotion details.***

Players that own Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition are automatically granted access to all of the content from the Bounty Pack Bundle (Bounty Packs 2, 3, 4, and 5) and Vault Hunter Pack (Story Packs 1 and 2), while Borderlands 4 Deluxe Edition grants the Bounty Pack Bundle. Bounty Packs and Story Packs are also available for individual purchase.

Borderlands 4 is now available worldwide for PlayStation 5, XBOX Series X|S, and PC through Steam and the Epic Games Store. For the latest information on Borderlands 4, visit www.borderlands.com.

*Story Pack 2 DLC has two parts: new story content in FL4K and the Last Resort, and a playable Vault Hunter with Loveless the Hacker. Included in the Borderlands 4 Super Deluxe Edition, Vault Hunter Pack, and available for separate purchase. Base game required.

Featuring 120 tracks from 36 nations, the EA SPORTS FC™ 27 Soundtrack builds on more than 20 years of music discovery – bringing together global artists, emerging talent and unreleased music to The World’s Game

PRE-ORDER EA SPORTS FC 27 TODAY

Listen to the full EA SPORTS FC™ 27 Soundtrack on Spotify and vote for your favourite track to be added to FC Mobile.
 REDWOOD CITY, CALIFORNIA – 10 September, 2026: Today, Electronic Arts has unveiled the official Soundtrack for EA SPORTS FC™ 27, bringing together 120 tracks from 36 nations to mark the start of the new 2026/27 football season. 

For more than two decades, the EA SPORTS FC Soundtrack has become part of the ritual of a new season, and been one of football and music’s most recognisable cultural touchpoints, connecting millions of fans with new artists from around the globe.

As anticipation builds ahead of Early Access on 18 September and the game’s worldwide launch on 25 September, the EA SPORTS FC™ 27 Soundtrack continues its legacy with a diverse mix of internationally renowned artists, breakthrough talent and unreleased music, reflecting the global communities that make up The World’s Game.

The FC 27 Soundtrack, exclusively on Spotify, spans established artist favourites, including Interpol, The Neighbourhood, The Strokes, The War on Drugs, Royal Blood, Nia Archives, Chase & Status, Little Simz and Barry Can’t Swim, alongside exciting emerging talent such as The Itch, Sycco, Bruvvy, Temper City, bed and Rose Gray. Fans can also discover unreleased gems from Cage The Elephant, Mura Masa and many others, alongside Sayf’s “TOP OF THE POPS (Red Bull 64 Bars)” track, in a collection that captures the anticipation, energy and excitement for the football season ahead.

“I’ve been playing EA SPORTS’ football games since 2007; It’s something that’s been with me since I was a kid,” said KYAN, EA SPORTS FC 27 Soundtrack Artist. “I always had this dream of one day turning on the game and hearing my own song playing there. It’s crazy that it’s happened now, with the track ‘Garage’ with Enzo from the Block and Mu540, because our friendship also started through the game. We didn’t even speak the same language, but we could spend hours playing and understanding each other. I feel like 10-year-old Kyan would go crazy if he knew that one day this was going to happen.”

“EA always puts together a killer soundtrack for FC, so we were thrilled to have our brand-new song ‘Dying In Reverse’ make its debut this year,” said Cage the Elephant, EA SPORTS FC 27 Soundtrack Artist. “We can’t wait to hear it in the game.”

This year, music plays a bigger role than ever before across the EA SPORTS FC experience. 

Through The Grounds*, a new shared social football playground in FC 27, players will experience distinct musical identities across three districts inspired by English, French and Argentinian football heritage: Parkside, Montclair, and Zeiza. Each location is brought to life through its own curated Soundtrack, immersing players in the sounds and atmosphere that represent the identity of each football hub. 

Additionally, FC Mobile is celebrating its third anniversary by allowing players to vote for music to be added in-game. Following a vote on fan-favourite tracks from across EA SPORTS FC Soundtrack history, players will also have the chance to make their voice heard and vote on which of five songs from the new FC 27 Soundtrack should be added to the game from September 10-12. The winning retro track will arrive in FC Mobile on 24 September, followed by the community’s favourite FC 27 track on 12 October.

“Over the past 20 years, the EA SPORTS FC Soundtrack has become an international institution,” said Steve Schnur, Worldwide President of Music & Marketing for EA Games. “The world’s game is annually enhanced by the world’s soundtrack, and FC 27 delivers one of our most globally representative playlists yet. These are the songs that will both define the year ahead and last a lifetime. We’re proud to deliver this exceptional celebration of artistry, culture and the power of music to bring people together like never before.”

Listen to the EA SPORTS FC 27 Soundtrack on Spotify today. Players can go back in time and relive some of the most iconic songs from FC soundtracks through the Ultimate Mix playlist also on Spotify. 

Pre-orders are now available for EA SPORTS FC™ 27, which will launch on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Nintendo Switch, and Nintendo Switch 2. EA SPORTS FC™ 27 will be available worldwide to play on September 25, 2026, with Ultimate Edition and Ultimate Plus Edition early access beginning September 18, 2026.**

For more information on EA SPORTS FC™ 27, please visit ea.com/fc27 and ensure you’re following our global social channels for all the latest upcoming news and announcements for EA SPORTS FC™.

*The Grounds mode, including Clubs, only available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC and Nintendo Switch 2 versions.
**Conditions & restrictions apply. See ea.com/games/ea-sports-fc/fc-27/game-disclaimers for details.

About Electronic Arts
Electronic Arts is a global leader in digital interactive entertainment. The Company develops and delivers games, content and online services for Internet-connected consoles, mobile devices and personal computers.

Headquartered in Redwood City, California, EA is recognised for a portfolio of critically acclaimed, high-quality brands such as EA SPORTS FC™, Battlefield™, Apex Legends™, The Sims™, EA SPORTS™ Madden NFL and EA SPORTS™ College Football. More information about EA is available at www.ea.com/news.

Outer Wilds, Manifold Garden alum’s twelve-year passion project bends minds and reality

SEATTLE — September 10, 2026 — DESOLUS, a first-person puzzle game that uses portals to traverse past and future realities from Mark J. Mayers (Outer Wilds, Manifold Garden) and The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild, opens the city’s imposing gates on Oct. 15 for Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Xbox and Steam.

Prevent the apocalypse threatening the elaborate Gothic City of Desolus by navigating between the city’s past and its cataclysmic future. Manipulate black holes to solve visually stunning architectural puzzles, transposing stairs, archways, and debris from one timeline to the other and clear the path toward the heart of the city.

Climb the steps of the city’s entrance and traverse through the Mirrored Garden on the way to find the city’s enigmatic guardian. Seek their wisdom for guidance on saving the city, but heed their cautious comments regarding their alter ego. Untangle the city itself to discover the mysterious cause of its imminent danger.

Apply top-notch spatial reasoning skills in each of the seven areas in the Escher-like city to rebuild architecture across time, unlock light-powered gates, and reach the city’s very core deep within its central castle. Search the expansive grounds for the source of a temporal cataclysm, and save the City of Desolus.

“DESOLUS has been my life’s pursuit for the past twelve years. I’ve poured my heart and soul into it,” said solo developer Mark J. Mayers. “I’ve spent years creating an entire city of Gothic architecture for players to explore. I am excited for players to discover this world I have crafted, filled with mind-bending architectural puzzles and beautiful scenery. I hope players find excitement in traveling through time portals, traversing massive cathedrals, and uncovering the mysteries behind the City of Desolus on their journey to save it from annihilation.”

DESOLUS is coming to Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC via Xbox and Steam on Oct. 15 with language support in English, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Russian, Chinese (Simplified & Traditional), Dutch, Korean, Spanish (Latin America & Spain), Portuguese (Brazil & Portugal), Bulgarian, Czech, Danish, Finnish, Greek, Hungarian, Indonesian, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, and Vietnamese. 

For more information, check out the official DESOLUS website and follow solo developer Mark J. Mayers on X and Bluesky.

About Mark J. Mayers

Mark J. Mayers is a solo developer based in Seattle, Washington. He has worked on several notable titles, including the BAFTA-winning open-world mystery game Outer Wilds, the critically acclaimed puzzle game Manifold Garden, and more. He is currently developing his first solo passion project, DESOLUS, an artistic first-person puzzle game nearly 13 years in the making.

About The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild

Quantum Astrophysicists Guild (QAG) is a Seattle, Washington-based publishing and development company working in the gaming industry for over a decade after its founder, Ty Taylor, left Microsoft. Its name, meaning the research of very small and very big things, encapsulates the group’s goals of publishing and developing any and every kind of project, ensuring the highest quality. 

QAG is responsible for numerous award-winning projects that have sold millions of copies, including The Bridge (4M units), Tumblestone (1.5M units), Cozy Grove, Sail Forth, and Roundguard, and more.

Free content update introduces new difficulty mode, social features, and more

BORDEAUX, France – Sept. 11, 2026 – Farever, the online multiplayer action RPG set in a vast fantasy open world from developer Shiro Games, gears up for a second major update on Wednesday, Sept. 30, enhancing endgame content, multiplayer experience, and improved quality of life for all.

Hone your strongest steel and brave Heroic Mode, a new instance difficulty option introducing tougher enemies to existing dungeons and altered boss mechanics. Overcoming Heroic Mode provides better loot and rewards, dedicated achievements for completionists, and Medals of Glory, a new currency for exclusive rewards.

Endgame-ready players can challenge themselves with Heroic Mode, loot new and powerful Epic-tier gear, infuse their gear with faction-themed bonuses to further expand build variety and combat options. 

In addition to Heroic Mode and new gear options, the update also adds a wealth of new social and quality-of-life changes, such as:

• Improved group rewards and loot
• New Friend and Ignore lists and additional Chat Channels
• Player inspection mechanic and other options
• Allies can now be revived during boss battles
• New emotes, compass, and group HUD
• Reworked Rogue talent tree
• Numerous balance and bug fixes

“Farever’s next content update is focused on enhancing the endgame experience and bolstering social interactions,” said Quentin Lapeyre, Game Director. “We hope that players are excited to tackle Heroic Mode and earn powerful new gear when the update launches on September 30.”

Farever is available now in Early Access on PC via Steam for $19.99 and English, French, German, Spanish, Polish, Russian, Brazilian Portuguese, Japanese, Korean, and Simplified Chinese language support. For more information, follow Farever on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and Instagram, and follow Shiro Games on Bluesky.  

About Shiro Games 

Shiro Games is an independent Bordeaux-based studio founded by video game veterans Sebastien Vidal and Nicolas Cannasse to bring new innovative games to life. Its popular Viking strategy game Northgard released on Steam in 2018, and sold more than five million units. Wartales, its tactical RPG set in an alternate medieval world, has sold more than a million units since its release in April 2023.  

Shiro Games released two titles into early access in 2026 after each game acquired hundreds of thousands of wishlists, the online multiplayer action RPG set in a vast fantasy open world Farever, and the space exploration and building game SpaceCraft. Shiro Games has two unreleased titles in production, its ruthless survival FPS and top 100 wishlisted unreleased game Frostrail, and its city-building auto-battler Northgard Battlegrounds being developed by Funday Games.

The Inaugural New York Games Week, Establishing New York City as a Global Games Industry Destination 

NEW YORK – Sept. 10, 2026 – The inaugura lNew York Games Week, a grand celebration of the video game industry and community, will feature events, showcases, conferences, tournaments, summits, professional mixers and meetups across the five boroughs of New York City from Oct 4 – 11.

New York Games Week partners with reputable organizations hosting their own events under the week-long celebration, providing the best opportunity for the global gaming industry to connect with the local New York gaming landscape.

As of today, the confirmed events include the East Coast’s largest pop culture convention with over 250,000 attendees, New York Comic Con, independent gaming exhibition Game-A-Palooza, the world’s first in-person Fashion in Gaming Awards, a collaboration between Women in Games and Game Devs of Color, and VGAmatuers will kick the week off with a 2-hr digital showcase streamed live on Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok; the show spotlights developers, trailers, reveals, and short interviews. New York Games Week will include 25 other activities and events throughout the city, with more to be announced.

“The digital games industry in NYC is growing at an incredible rate, generating millions in economic activity and supporting thousands of jobs for New Yorkers,” said Commissioner Rafael Espinal of the NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment. “We’re proud to support this inaugural celebration which will serve to shine an even bigger light on New York City to be a leading global hub for the industry in the years and decades to come.”

“New York Games Week also has the support of the EDC: “New York City is home to a diverse and rapidly growing gaming community, with talent and creativity found in every borough,” said New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) Senior Vice President of Innovation Industries Daria Siegel. “New York Games Week is an opportunity to bring together creators, developers, students, and industry leaders to celebrate the emerging talent shaping this industry and highlight why New York continues to be a destination for innovation.”

New York Games Week is spearheaded by gaming industry veterans with decades of experience, including Guy Blomberg (Games Industry Gathering), Krysti Pryde (PlayNYC), and Amit Hossain (IGDA NYC).

For more information, visit the official New York Games Week website, and follow them on Twitter/X, Facebook, and Instagram.

About New York Games Week

New York Games Week is a yearly celebration of the games industry in New York, celebrating the video game industry and community across New York City. Founded by Guy Blomberg, Krysti Pryde, and Amit Hossain, New York Games Week combines week-long events and activities that aim to provide valuable business opportunities and entertainment for the global games sector to connect with the local industry and community.

NYC Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment

MOME’s support of the inaugural New York Games Week reflects the Administration’s broader efforts to strengthen NYC’s position as a global hub for games and interactive media by building the talent pipeline, supporting developers and studios, growing esports, and connecting the industry to publishers, investment and jobs. Key initiatives include the first NYC 4-year public option in game design — City College of New York’s Bachelor’s Degree in Game Design, the NYC Video Game Festival, the “Made in NY” Developer Grant and Marketing Credit, and the Digital Games Industry Council, alongside K–12, workforce, industry, and promotional initiatives.

Los Angeles, California – September 10, 2026 – Developer Castilva Games and publisher Wandering Wizard announced that Harbor, an open-world post-apocalyptic survival game, will be hosting a closed alpha playtest, giving a select group of players an early opportunity to experience the game and provide feedback that will help shape its ongoing development. The closed alpha will kick off on September 11 at 3pm PT.

Set in a world defined by scarcity and lawlessness, Harbor challenges players to survive by gathering limited resources, crafting essential equipment, building shelters, forming alliances, trading with other survivors, and protecting everything they have built. With no rules and danger around every corner, players must determine who they can trust while fighting to secure the resources necessary to survive.

At the center of the experience is Harbor, the game’s sole safe zone, where players can take on missions, trade resources, and find temporary security before venturing back into the surrounding world.

The closed alpha represents an important step in Harbor‘s development, allowing the development team to evaluate the game’s core experience while gathering direct feedback from early players. The team is approaching the playtest as an opportunity to identify areas for improvement and better understand the game’s long-term potential.

As with any early alpha, players should expect an experience that is still actively being developed, including bugs, balance issues, incomplete features, and other areas that will continue to evolve. The development team is encouraging players to approach the playtest with this in mind, allowing the team the time and space needed to address issues and incorporate feedback as Harbor continues to take shape.

The team’s approach builds on Harbor‘s broader commitment to community-driven development. As the game progresses toward Early Access, player feedback will continue to inform improvements and additions to the experience, including expanded environments, new biomes, enemies, locations, resources, crafting options, equipment, weapons, and building customization.

Players have until the end of day, September 10, to sign up for the Harbor closed alpha. The playtest begins, September 11 at 3pm PT. Players interested in getting an early look at Harbor and helping shape its development are encouraged to sign up now for their chance to participate.

Players interested in following Harbor‘s development can add the game to their Steam wishlist and join Harbor’s Discord to stay up to date on future announcements.

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Vancouver, B.C, September 10, 2026 – Relic Entertainment just released a new Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition trailer celebrating the 20^th anniversary of one of the most acclaimed strategy games of all time. Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition launches on PC via Steam early next year.

Released twenty years ago this week, Company of Heroes redefined the RTS genre through its cinematic World War II storytelling, squad-based tactics, destructible battlefields, and immersive presentation. Widely regarded as one of the greatest real-time strategy games ever made, its influence continues to be felt across the genre today.

The Legacy Trailer celebrates 20 years of Company of Heroes by revisiting iconic moments from the original game, while also outlining the enhancements coming in Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition. 

Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition will launch on Steam for US $29.99, £23.99 GBP, and €28.99 EUR, with a 30% discount for existing Company of Heroes Steam owners.

About Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition

Developed in partnership with BBI, Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition preserves the gameplay, storytelling, and atmosphere that made the original a classic while introducing modern improvements designed for today’s PC players.

The Definitive Edition includes the original Company of Heroes, along with the Opposing Fronts and Tales of Valor expansions. Built on a fully upgraded 64-bit platform, it supports modern PC systems while preserving compatibility with a 20-year history of community-created content and mods.

Players can look forward to faithfully enhanced visuals, including improved lighting, shadows, water, and reflections, enhanced textures across units and environments, improved rendering features, and increased draw distance for greater battlefield immersion. Additional enhancements include improved AI, a modernized user interface, grid key support, quality-of-life improvements, and optimization for widescreen and ultrawide displays.

The release will includes all four factions, three full-length campaigns, three single-player stories, and more than 50 skirmish and multiplayer maps, delivering the complete Company of Heroes experience in a single package.

The anniversary celebration also serves as an opportunity to recognize and thank the passionate community that has supported Company of Heroes for two decades. Relic extends its gratitude to the players, modders, content creators, community leaders, and early play-testers whose dedication and feedback have helped the franchise thrive for twenty years.

As part of the broader 20th Anniversary celebration, Relic continues to invest in the future of the franchise through ongoing support for Company of Heroes 3, community initiatives, and the upcoming launch of Company of Heroes – Definitive Edition. Together, these efforts celebrate the legacy of one of the highest-rated strategy games of all time while ensuring Company of Heroes remains accessible to both longtime fans and a new generation of players.

About Relic Entertainment

Relic Entertainment is an independent game development studio based in Vancouver, Canada. For more than 25 years, Relic has created genre-defining strategy games, including the Company of Heroes, Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War, and Age of Empires IV franchises. Relic continues to develop innovative experiences for strategy gamers around the world.