Go deeper into Unknown 9: Awakening with eight minutes of gameplay narrated by Christophe Rossignol, Creative Director at Reflector Entertainment.
Christophe goes over the exploration and different combat playstyles, from the most discreet to the most destructive, making use of the stepping mechanic, where Haroona takes control of her enemies and places them in tactical positions to gain advantage in battle.
The video also showcases some locations Haroona will travel to such as the Mauritanian desert or the deep jungle of India, and demonstrates a few early game skills unlocked during a player’s playthrough, giving a new taste of this globetrotting adventure.
In Unknown 9: Awakening, the player controls Haroona, a young woman gifted with a unique connection to the Fold, a mysterious dimension overlapping our own. She will learn to channel its power into the world and embark on a journey across the world to protect this knowledge from falling into the wrong hands.
Unknown 9: Awakening will launch this fall 2024 on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC via Steam.
Take command in the real-time strategy game’s second story missions for both the Global Defense Forces and Tempest Dynasty campaigns
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. – July 18, 2024 –Today Saber Interactive and 3D Realms are excited to release a new Steam demo for the upcoming real-time strategy game Tempest Risingas part of TactiCon, the digital strategy convention. Storm the battlefield and experience the second missions for Tempest Rising’s two epic single-player campaigns. Discover new units and features from the game’s asymmetrical factions while getting a fresh taste of its explosive action and story!
In the Global Defense Forces mission “The Hornets’ Nest,” you’ll take control of the local battalion to bring down a major Tempest Dynasty operation in Iceland while experimenting with the Riot Van, Engineer, and Beacon Support Power. On the other side of the war, in the Tempest Dynasty mission “The Informant,” you’ll wage an all-out battle to wrest a captured base and captive operative away from the enemy, all while learning about the Boar tank, Technician minelaying, and the Dynasty Power Plant’s Distribution Mode ability. The demo also introduces Doctrines and Combat Loadout – a new system that lets players customize their army between missions to better suit how they want to approach the challenges ahead.
The Tempest Rising demo will be available on Steam for the duration of TactiCon, ending on July 22.
About Tempest Rising
Tempest Rising seamlessly merges the classic action of real-time strategy (RTS) games from the ‘90s and 2000s with modern production and performance standards. Encounter a battle-scarred 1997 in an alternate timeline where the Cuban Missile Crisis went nuclear. In the fallout from the war, a strange red electrical vine known as Tempest started spreading across the planet and changed the course of history.
Tempest Rising gives players full command as they build up their bases, lead armies into battle, and execute bold strategies to emerge victorious. Experience the story of two different factions across two campaigns with deep and rewarding gameplay that keeps the focus on strategy and skill, with built-in customization options that let players approach the game their own way in both single-player and multiplayer.
Key Features:
Classic RTS base-building with fast, fluid, hard-hitting combat and tons of customization
Command two asymmetrical factions, each featuring unique harvesting models, resource systems, and distinct rosters of units for drastically different playstyles
Two epic single-player campaigns with between-mission cutscenes to drive the story
Skirmish and multiplayer modes, including matchmaking with Glicko-2 rating
To keep up with the latest development updates, follow Tempest Rising on Twitter and Discord.
About 3D Realms
Redefining AAA – Action, Attitude, Adrenaline, 3D Realms has rocked the world for almost 30 years by publishing unforgettable, iconic games like Duke Nukem, Terminal Velocity, Shadow Warrior, Death Rally, Max Payne, and more recently Ghostrunner, Ion Fury, Cultic, Tempest Rising, Phantom Fury and RIPOUT.
Led by industry veterans, 3D Realms is a proud member of Saber Interactive, with a mission of publishing games for grownups. Unapologetic and uncompromising, we’re not afraid of being who we are and being damn good at it – for everyone’s benefit. For more information, visit 3drealms.com.
About Saber Interactive
Saber Interactive is a worldwide publisher and developer consisting of 13 studios in the Americas and Europe. Creating games for all major platforms based on original and licensed IPs, Saber’s titles include Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando, Jurassic Park: Survival, World War Z, SnowRunner, and Expeditions: A MudRunner Game. Founded in 2001, Saber is known for two decades of development partnerships with leading developers and publishers, including producing The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt for Nintendo Switch, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Crysis Remastered, and many others. Learn more at https://saber.games.
Your tutor is a 3000-year-old vampire: take a seat on his couch and just relax… be yourself
Berlin, Germany — July 18, 2024 | What do the undead have to worry about? How do they deal with the challenges of immortality? And what would a 3,000-year-old vampire do if not live atop a gothic nightclub in Europe? Well, these questions and many more are about to be answered in Vampire Therapist!
Created by and starring Cyrus Nemati (Dionysus in Hades), he is joined by voice actors Matt Mercer (Critical Role), Sarah Grayson (Hades 2), Francesca Meaux (Hades) and newcomer Kylie Clark, to bring these eccentric vampires to life.
Launching today on Steam and GoG, players will step into the boots of Sam, a cowboy from the Old West who is looking to change his murderous ways and connect with what’s left of his soul. Looking for answers in his immortality, Sam travels to Europe and is taken under the (bat)wing of reformed assassin, warrior and undead heartthrob Andromachos.
Together, they help blood-sucking immortals realise that just because they’re dead, it doesn’t mean they can’t live. All of the techniques discussed and used in Vampire Therapist have been created in consultation with licensed therapists to give the game an authentic message.
Inspired by the likes of What We Do in the Shadows and Horrible Histories, Vampire Therapist merges this comedic style with deep, introspective subject matters and heartfelt characters and real-life historical personalities.
Lovingly crafted by solo developer Cyrus Nemati, Vampire Therapist promises to take players on a unique journey through the psychology of vampirism that will leave them changed forever!
About Little Bat Games
Little Bat Games is an indie games studio funded in partnership with Medienboard Berlin-Brandenburg. Helmed by Cyrus Nemati, Little Bat Games aims to create titles with rich stories, engaging characters and innovative mechanics that will resonate with players long after they have finished playing. This is all underpinned by a dedication to sustainable studio practices.
The third entry in Fulqrum Publishing and Jujubee’s grand strategy franchise is on its way to PC
Prague, Czech Republic – July 18, 2024 – In this election cycle, it’s time to put the power in YOUR hands. And to help in your political aspirations, Fulqrum Publishing and developer Jujubee are delighted to unveil Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond, the third entry to their popular grand strategy franchise, which will be making its way to PC via Steam, Epic Games Store and GOG later this year. The announcement was made as part of TactiCon 2024, a digital convention celebrating strategy video games, taking place from July 18-22. To join the convention, and browse other announcements, dev talks and discounts, please click here.
Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond – Announcement Trailer
Do you trust politicians? No matter – Realpolitiks 3 will put you in power. Prove your political brilliance in a grand strategy like no other: pick any contemporary country, set up your government and navigate the pitfalls of domestic and international politics. A glorious destiny awaits – the domination of not just the Earth, but the whole Solar system!
To achieve this ultimate goal, you will have to carefully consider a myriad of decisions, starting with the choice of a country you wish to lead. Taking control of any contemporary nation in order to fulfill your ambitions: from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe and everything in between.
You will also need to select your optimal form of government, build your cabinet of ministers, improve your character’s skills – all while leading your country’s efforts in economic development, research, diplomacy, espionage or war. Will you lead your people to the stars, or to their ultimate doom?
About Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond – Become the politician you’ve always wanted to be!
You have absolute freedom in your choices, but each decision brings consequences
As your country evolves, so must your character by improving your stats and abilities. Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond brings your personal relationship with your character to the forefront!
It’s lonely at the top… But not quite!
You are no doubt the leader and public face of your country, but for the first time in the Realpolitiks franchise you get to hand-pick your cabinet of government officials. Foster your relationships with their political parties as well, ignore their requests and tasks at your peril!
Pick from 9 available political systems, from monarchy to republic, based on your personal philosophy, or even overthrow the establishment based on purely pragmatic decisions – Viva la revolucion!
The world is your playground!
Utilize extensive diplomatic options – become a part of established international blocs like the EU, NATO or BRICS and influence them from within, or start your own coalition and shape it in your own image; take on a leadership role or simply reap the rewards of membership
The choice is always yours – join one or even multiple different blocs, or opt to be an isolationist country
Invest into other countries and help them develop or leverage your position and strongarm them into puppet states
The sky is NOT the limit!
Don’t limit your ambitions – expand your sphere of influence beyond Earth itself, and impose your politics on any other planet in our solar system. Will you be content colonizing the Moon, will you conquer Mars, or extend your reach as far as Neptune?
Violence is never the answer… Or is it always?
Improve military technologies, build up your armies and make sure they are led by competent generals and officers
Master the art of war and show your strategic genius utilizing the new system of Frontlines, making armed conflict much more dynamic and engaging than ever before
Bring the fight to other celestial bodies, whether to secure your extra-terrestrial colonies, or conquer your rivals on the final frontier
A few small steps for a game, one giant leap for a franchise
Realpolitiks 3: Earth and Beyond brings various additions and changes impossible to deliver in the previous installments
New technology powering the World Map allows not only visual improvements, but also solid optimization, and support for various screen aspect ratios
Reworked combat systems for using airplanes and ships
New dynamic building system – no need to limit yourself anymore when developing each province
Fulqrum Publishing is a global games publisher with a diverse portfolio of titles, including in-house and independent productions. Fulqrum Publishing released over a hundred games, including the critically acclaimed titles like Men of War, King’s Bounty, Space Rangers, Fell Seal, Forgive me Father and many others.
About Jujubee
Jujubee is the game development studio behind such titles as “FLASHOUT 3D”, “Suspect in Sight”, “Realpolitiks”, “KURSK” and “Deep Diving Simulator”. The studio was founded by former members of CD Projekt RED, Traveller’s Tales and Infinite Dreams and its goal is to create great looking and addictively fun games for all main gaming platforms – including consoles, iOS, Android, Mac, and PC. The company is publicly listed on New Connect (market organized and operated by the Warsaw Stock Exchange).
DLC remains free for the foreseeable future, because why the hell not!? Buy Now On Steam!
CALABASAS, Calif.– June 18th, 2024 – Leading video game publisher 505 Games, and developer INGAME STUDIOS proudly announce that the DLC they’ve been giving away for free, is… going to remain free for the foreseeable future! Reason? Do they need one? Of course not, but the community is thriving, reviewers and content creators are loving it, the game is unrecognisable from this time last year, Update 10 has just launched with a brand new bank heist… so why the hell not? Let the good times roll!
As a reminder, people who purchase the game, get the Tactical Weapon Pack (4 new weapons to up your strategy), the Heavy Hitters Pack (6 new weapons that pack a punch), Dragon’s Gold Cup Expansion (new plotline and missions that follow the notorious Dollar Dragon), and the Cagnali’s Order Expansion – with new missions, new enemy, and a new plotline. Crime Boss is available on Steam, EPIC Game Store, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series S and X.
£15.99/$19.99/€19.99 price point.
All DLC will remain free to keep forever, including the new Update 10 bank heist.
Extensive improvements and updates, with 10 Updates over 12 months.
All the Chuck Norris.
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About 505 Games
505 Games, a Digital Bros’ subsidiary, is a global publisher focused on offering a broad selection of video games for players of all ages and skill levels. The company publishes and distributes premium and free-to-play games on console and PC platforms as well as mobile devices. Publishing highlights include DEATH STRANDING (PC), Control, Assetto Corsa Competizione, Ghostrunner, Gems of War, Journey to the Savage Planet, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons. 505 Games has offices in the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Australia, China and Japan.
Starlight Games introduces innovative gameplay and mechanics for UEFN
The pioneering studio, Starlight Games has launched Jungle Jam – Crocodile Survival in Unreal Editor for Fortnite (UEFN) which has already proved popular and is now featured by Epic Games.
Starlight Games didn’t only create a standard map with PVP, but has developed Jungle Jam – Crocodile Survivalto innovate gameplay and mechanics beyond the normal Fortnite formula, creating a unique arena survival game, featuring multiple rounds of disaster events. There can only be one winner, however once eliminated players can freely explore the jungle for additional secrets and rewards.
Players battle to be the last one standing. Earn gold to buy items and weapons to use against other players. Survive 10 unique events while avoiding crocodiles; win gold and improve your chances!
Key Features
Free-for-all for up to 32 players
Be the last survivor against randomised disaster events
Gather gold, explore the island and discover secrets
Made with UEFN and Verse
Planned regular updates
About Starlight Games
Starlight Games is a Liverpool based games studio that has three titles in development with one release in 2024 – House of Golf 2 and further games in production. The company has a deep understanding and focus on Unreal Engine 5 and is backed up by design directors Nick Burcombe who created the WipEout franchise, Andy Santos co-creator of Skate and game director on both Resident Evil & Horizon franchises and Ben Cronin as Project Director.
TOKYO – July 17th, 2024 –Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy, the 2D bullet hell action Touhou Project fan game published by Phoenixx and developed by GAMEPULSE, launches on Nintendo Switch this year.
When the mysterious Nightmare Miko kidnaps the princess of the Misty Lake, only Cirno, the Hero of Ice, can save her on a rescue mission across the Tokyo-esque Gensokyo. Board the Bunny Train and travel through beloved Touhou locales such as the Silent Village, Kapparena, and more to gather allies and free the princess. There may be more to this mysterious kidnapping than meets the eye…
Fire a continuous stream of bullet hell attacks against airborne enemies. Dash, dodge, and float in all directions to avoid incoming waves of colorful-yet-deadly laser beams, falling stars, and giant moons. Plan a path through waves of projectiles while keeping an eye on Cirno’s stamina meter as it drains with each advanced movement.
Successive strikes against opponents build up Cirno’s Courage Meter, which multiplies damage on every hit. Build up strength to topple Nightmare Miko’s fierce fairies, ghoulish ghosts, and magical creatures obstructing the princess’ freedom, and advance through each opponent’s battle stages to unlock new spells and items.
Deliver a bullet hell beatdown to the jazzy lo-fi tunes of each boss’s unique theme. Turn up the Bunny Train’s jukebox to favorite tracks, from remixes of Touhou Project songs to Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy’s original music. Progress through the story in Arcade mode, hone skills in Practice Mode, or take on each boss again in Challenge Mode.
“Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is the perfect pick-up-and-play title, with gameplay that compliments the portability of the Nintendo Switch,” says GAMEPULSE. “The response on PC has been overwhelming. It’s been an honor to represent the Touhou community with our creation and bring it to a new platform.”
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy launches on Nintendo Switch in 2024, with support in English and Simplified Chinese. For more information, follow GAMEPULSE on Twitter / X, and visit the official Phoenixx website.
About Phoenixx
Established in 2019 by industry veterans, Phoenixx aims to support innovative and creative developers from Japan and around the world. Its mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one creator, one game, and one community at a time.
About GAMEPULSE
GAMEPULSE is a Touhou Doujin/fan game developer, known for the creation of Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy and Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy: Prologue
Join Pablo and Luna in this Fast-Paced Platformer coming to PC, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch on September 12th!
London, UK – July 18th 2024 – Today, Medallion Games and Super Rare Originals has announced Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines will now launch on PC, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch on September 12th. The release date shift is to ensure Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines gets the final touches of polish it deserves.
Full of action-packed levels, challenging puzzles, and a pair of adorable canine capers, in Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines, players will join an adorable intrepid duo of pups, Pablo and Luna, as they swing, bounce and blast their way through different dimensions on a mission to save the cosmos!
GRAPPLE DOGS: COSMIC CANINES – RELEASE DATE TRAILER
George Perkins, ‘Head of Doing Stuff’, Super Rare Games said:
“The dynamic doggie duo in Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines are almost ready to swing across the finish line! We know how excited players are to get their hands on the sequel to the original top-rated Grapple Dog, and we’re asking them to hold onto that excitement for a little bit longer, but we’re pawsitive the extra time will be worth it to ensure players get the best experience possible.”
Gameplay Features:
Pure platforming bliss – Fast-paced swinging action meets a whole host of fresh abilities, such as magnetic panels and fire-dashing, all coming together as a tight, fun platforming romp!
New worlds – Journey across dimensions in an epic quest to save… everything! Each unique world is bustling with vibrant, eye-catching pixel art and bubbling with personality!
Gameplay galore – Sail across the cosmos to explore multiple worlds filled with tons of levels. Hidden collectibles, secret areas, memorable boss battles, bonus levels, time trials, and more to sink those canines into
Exhilarating soundtrack – Jazz Mickle’s catchy, killer soundtrack will have Grapple Dogs‘ beats stuck in your head forever, with level-by-level jams that are sure to get that tail waggin’!
Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines will be released on PC (Steam), Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch on September 12th for $17.99 / £14.99 / €17.49.
About Super Rare Games
Super Rare Games strives to be the indie’s best friend. Defined by that mission, we are both a wholly original publisher as well as a publisher of limited physical content for the Nintendo Switch™. We operate alongside our partners to bring the most exclusive offering of the very best indie games to collectors worldwide. From the packaging of the products to opening the limited edition trading cards, we aim to provide gamers with the purest experience. As we continue to expand our collection of games, we hope you join us and grow yours too.
About Medallion Games
Medallion Games is an independent video game studio based in the UK. Founded in 2019 by game designer and artist Joseph Gribbin, we specialise in action games for PC and consoles. Our games are full of care, full of thrills, and full of personality! Our first title, Grapple Dog, was released in February 2022 to critical acclaim. We are currently working on our second title: Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines, due in 2024!
Take the grand opening of your paleorific dino store on the go with the Nintendo Switch version coming this Halloween
July 18th2024 – Ambertail Games and Team17 Digital announced earlier this week that the game will be coming to Steam this October 10th and now are hyped to revealed that the Nintendo Switch version will be available for lovers of all things jurassic and cute October 31st.
Amber Isle welcomes players to set up shop in the eponymous Amber Isle, a friendly village fit to burst with an eclectic mix of prehistoric animals (Paleofolk), who are desperate for players to breathe new life into their community and bring their home back from the brink of fossilisation.
Watch the Nintendo Switch Date Announcement Trailer below
Being the new owner of a failing shop is no mean feat, and once players have created their own Paleo-persona, they’ll need to roll up their sleeves and get their claws dirty as they work to maintain the shop. Players will spend their days bartering with stubborn customers, stocking shelves with everything their paleo pals might need, befriending the locals, improving the village, and exploring the surrounding areas for new items to craft, all in an attempt to convince their fellow Paleofolk to return to Amber Isle permanently.
Did you know: The oldest known dinosaur is Saltopus and while scientists haven’t confirmed this we believe it was known by its friends as Ol’ Salty.
Amber Isle Key Features:
Open Shop: Customise, name, and run your shop your way – use the profits to unlock new shop décor, walls, floors, and more, making the space uniquely yours.
Rebuild the Island: Rebuild, decorate, and unlock new areas to explore on Amber Isle, and with enough improvement, Paleofolk will start to take up residence on the island permanently.
Meet the Neighbours: Amber Isle is home to 48 different Paleofolk to befriend, including Ice Age mammals, Permian amphibians, marine life, invertebrates, and more.
Paleo-you: Express your penchant for the prehistoric and design your very own Paleofolk – change your clothes, crests, and colours, to create your perfect paleo-persona.
For more information on Amber Isle please check out the Amber Isle website
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About Ambertail Games
Founded In 2020, Ambertail Games is an independent games studio based in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland. They’re rooted in cute, slice-of-life games that reimagine your favourite captivating creatures in kind, compassionate worlds. Ambertail’s debut title, Amber Isle, is currently in development for Steam and Nintendo Switch™. Visit www.ambertailgames.com for more info.
About Northern Ireland Screen
Northern Ireland Screen is the national screen agency for Northern Ireland. It is committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion in all its activities and projects. The organization supports the development of a dynamic and sustainable screen industry and provides opportunities for all communities to engage with and benefit from screen culture. For more information, please visit www.northernirelandscreen.co.uk.
About Team17 Digital
Founded in 1990, Team17 Digital is a leading developer, video games label, and creative partner for developers around the world. Part of Team17 Group plc, which floated on AIM in 2018, Team17 Digital has an extensive portfolio of over 120 titles, and fully encapsulates the spirit of independent games. Winner of the ‘Publishing Star’ award at the 2023 Develop: Star Awards, Team17 Digital has assembled a portfolio of multi-award-winning and award-nominated in-house brands include Hell Let Loose, Golf With Your Friends, The Escapists, and the iconic Worms franchise, alongside its games label partner titles, including the award-winning games Blasphemous, Greak: Memories of Azur, DREDGE, and the Overcooked! franchise. Visit www.team17.com for more info.
Walnut Creek, Calif. (July 18, 2024) – Maximum Entertainment and developer Brimstone Games today announce their partnership to bring chaotic open-world city builder Overthrown to market across Xbox Game Pass on console and PC, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PlayStation 5. Launching this fall into Steam Early Access and Game Preview for Xbox and PC, Overthrown allows players to build, destroy, and throw just about anything under the sun, including other characters in up-to six player co-op. The game has already garnered attention for its zany mechanics that allow players to pick up nearly any object such as trees and buildings, and heave them into the air as part of their city-planning strategy, or just for plain fun.
Get a glimpse of the first gameplay footage in today’s teaser trailer:
“We are thrilled to partner with Maximum Entertainment to see Overthrown reach audiences who love original and unique sandbox games,” said Rasmus Hofréus, co-founder and CEO of Brimstone. “The Maximum team has a wealth of experience publishing nontraditional indie games, and we are excited to see what we can accomplish together.”
Overthrown is a chaotic city builder where players construct and manage a kingdom either alone in single-player mode or with friends in up to six-player co-op. Harness the power of a magical crown to lift and throw anything in the game, defend citizens from bandits and mutants, and farm the land. Build, gather resources, explore, and farm to turn a fledgling state into a commanding, self-sustaining kingdom.
“We instantly fell in love with the premise and colorful world of Overthrown,” said Christina Seelye, CEO of Maximum Entertainment. “While we can’t say much now, we are eager for players to learn and see more very soon!”
Maximum Entertainment is a global entertainment company dedicated to crafting indie to AA video game experiences through original content and licensed partnerships. A fully integrated group with a broad portfolio of content, the company emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity in its partnerships to produce the highest level of interactive entertainment. With more than 300 titles in its catalog, Maximum Entertainment has joined forces with talented creators and renowned franchises around the globe to deliver magic to the gamer in everyone. Maximum Entertainment employs experienced professionals across the entire value chain of video games including development, publishing, transmedia, sales, and operations. Visit Maximum Entertainment at www.maximument.com.
About Brimstone Games
Brimstone is a fully remote, international indie team founded in Sweden and spread across more than ten different countries throughout Europe, Asia, and Australia. As a studio we focus on creating chaotic and innovative sandbox games. For more info visit www.brimstone.games.
