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News: Team17 Announces Steam Next Fest Lineup

Five titles from the indie publisher will have demo’s available from 10th-17th June, including SWORN, Amber Isle, Thalassa Edge of the Abyss, CONSCRIPT, and WARCANA

Monday, 10th June 2024 – Team17 Digital have today revealed their lineup for this summer’s Steam Next Fest. From 10th-17th June, five titles from the indie publisher will have demos available to play on Steam.

SWORN  – Set in the heart of Arthurian legends, players will team up in a fallen Camelot under the control of a corrupted King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. A co-op action rogue-like, SWORN challenges payers to unite with up to three friends to defeat a corrupt King Arthur, combining over 200 unique Blessings of the Fae with unique characters, weapons, and abilities to craft the perfect build.

Players will be able to access the first two biomes and a selection of characters and weapons as part of the Steam Next Fest demo.

Amber IsleAmber Isle welcomes players to the eponymous Amber Isle, a friendly village fit to bursting with an eclectic mix of prehistoric animals (Paleofolk). As the new (and only) shopkeep on Amber Isle, it falls to players to stock their store with everything their Paleo-pals might need. Does the microraptor need a micro-chair? The plesiosaur some water-proof paper?

The demo grants players access to the first two hours of Amber Isle, allowing them to dip their toe into Paleo-life, getting to grips with new residents, building a house, gathering resources, and exploring the Forest region.

Thalassa Edge of the AbyssTake to the depths in an atmospheric story of sorrow and self-discovery onboard Thalassa: Edge of the Abyss. Play as Cam, a deep-sea diver exploring the sunken wreckage of their former home. Descend into the depths to piece together clues left behind in the wreck, and discover what really happened to the crew in the final moments onboard the ship.

With around 45 minutes of gameplay, the demo contains the ‘first chapter’ of Thalassa, giving players a peek into the mysteries and puzzles that await in the murky depths.

CONSCRIPTSet in 1916 during the Great War, CONSCRIPT throws players into the shoes of a French soldier searching for their missing brother. Featuring a grainy pixelated art style, players will experience a return to the classic era of survival horror as they solve challenging environmental puzzles and take on encounters with limited supplies.

The CONSCRIPT demo contains around an hour of gameplay and contains countless quality of life and bug updates compared to the 2022 Scream Fest demo. Localisation is also now available for all languages expected at launch. 

WARCANAA fantasy inspired base defence RTS with deck building mechanics. In WARCANA players face hundreds of thousands of unrelenting monsters in a battle royale against up to 29 other players where they must play their cards right to reign victorious.

The WARCANA demo includes a 30-player horde mode, access to three devotions, and 10 single player missions for players to try out.

About Windwalk Games:

Windwalk Games was founded in 2018 with the goal of creating games to bring friends and communities together. Windwalk mixes compelling stories with novel game mechanics to build worlds and experiences where teamwork isn’t just an option; it’s the key to success. With each of Windwalk’s games, empowering community is squarely at the forefront, allowing fans to give feedback by playtesting early and building togetherness every step of the way. To apply for the SWORN closed playtest, and for more information on SWORN and how you can join the Windwalk Games community, visit hub.sworngame.com.

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™.

About Sarepta Studio

Sarepta Studio, an indie game development company situated in Hamar, Norway, is renowned for its emotionally charged titles. Notable among them “Shadow Puppeteer” and the BAFTA award-winning “My Child Lebensborn”. With a team of 17 members, most stakeholders in the company, Sarepta studio is driven by a shared vision: Creating emotionally impactful and atmospheric games.

About Catchweight Studio

Catchweight Studio is a one-man game development studio based in Melbourne, Australia. Currently
developing World War 1 -themed survival horror game CONSCRIPT. CONSCRIPT was developed with
support from VicScreen, Screen Australia, and Austrade, along with backers on Kickstarter

​​About 1000 Orks: 

1000 Orks is an independent game studio from Germany. ​Our mission is to create epic pixel art multiplayer games using our custom engine – which is able to simulate hundreds of thousands of individual units at once.​​​​​ ​We push past boundaries, treading our own path to deliver ​unique​​     ​experiences through technology and art. 1000 Orks currently consists of 11 people and is located in Osnabrück​, Germany​. 

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.

Venture Deeper into an Astonishing World Inspired by Icelandic Folklore in the new Island of Winds Gameplay Trailer

 Nature, history, monsters and magic await in Parity Games’ awe-inspiring action-adventure game. 

Limassol, Cyprus – 10th June 2024. Publisher ESDigital Games is thrilled to reveal a new gameplay trailer for Island of Winds, the debut action-adventure game from developer Parity Games. Prepare to be transported to 17th-century Iceland where monsters roam the land and magic fills the air. Journey through awe-inspiring locations steeped in Icelandic folklore and be immersed in an engrossing, rich story filled with adventure and intrigue. 

A brand new gameplay trailer for Island of Winds premiered during the recent PC Gaming Show and reveals more of the protagonist Brynhildur, a member of the Balance Keepers who draws her magical power from the nature around her. Watch as Brynhildur embarks on a journey of danger and discovery and draws her magical powers from the natural world to face off against legendary creatures she encounters. 

Watch the new gameplay trailer below: 

When her homestead is attacked and her mentor abducted, Brynhildur a Balance Keeper who draws magical power from the natural world must embark on an emotional journey of discovery to find him. Inspired by nature, folklore and history, Island of Winds is set in the awe-inspiring lands of a fantastical 17th-century Iceland, filled with extensive lore and intriguing puzzles, legendary creatures, spellcasting and a special focus on empathy encounters. 

Features of Island of Winds

  • Explore otherworldly and enchanting landscapes – Discover the different areas of Island of Winds: From seashores and icy paths, to lagoons and highland trails, you will be immersed in a magical and mysterious landscape inspired by diverse Icelandic nature. Explore every nook and cranny of the island to uncover hidden secrets and stories about the island.
  • Meet mythical beings – In this world, you will encounter mythical and magical beasts inspired by Icelandic folklore. Find out what is plaguing the creatures of the island and help them find peace.
  • Cast spells and solve puzzles – Wielding the staff of balance, you will be able to cast spells to help creatures and calm hostile adversaries.
  • An emotional journeyIsland of Winds explores themes of self-doubt, violence, regret, and empathy. Experience Brynhildur’s emotional journey as she sets off in search of her missing mentor and clan. In order to save her home, she must fully utilize her magical abilities and restore balance to her fractured world. The Island’s secrets, as well as Brynhildur’s own complicated past, will slowly be revealed.
  • Icelandic folklore setting – Set in a fantastical version of 17th-century Iceland, Island of Winds is heavily inspired by Icelandic folklore and mythology. Experience intriguing and dangerous encounters with creatures, ghosts, and other inhabitants of the island.

Island of Winds is developed by Parity Games and published by ESDigital Games and will launch for PC and consoles in late 2025. Fans can Wishlist the game on Steam now. 

Follow Island of Winds’ development journey on the official game website https://islandofwinds.com/ and ESDigital Games website https://esdigital.games/

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About Parity Games

Island of Winds is the debut title from Parity Games, a female-led Icelandic studio founded in 2017 by industry veterans from renowned developers CCP Games. Parity was established to shape the future of games through a diverse range of people and ideas, bringing visions to life with more variety and parity than ever before. This ethos is woven into Island of Winds as its tale has Brynhildur explore themes such as belonging, self-doubt, and regret through its character interactions, story quests and environmental storytelling.

About ESDigital Games:

ESDigital Games is a global video games publishing company specializing in premium indie and mid-core games for both PC as well as consoles. ESDigital Games portfolio includes the 80s-themed point-and-click adventure Unusual Findings, the tactical card combat game Deck of Ashes, the Early Access release of roguelike action RPG Scholar of the Arcane Arts and the release of the action beat ‘em up 9 Monkeys of Shaolin. Their upcoming releases include twin-stick shooter REMEDIUM, RTS tower defense and match-3 mechanics title Cats on Duty, the metroidvania inspired Awaken – Astral Blade, complex alchemy RPG Battlejuice Alchemist, and the story-driven sci-fi adventure Sky of Tides as well as new unannounced titles in development. 

MATTEL AND OUTRIGHT GAMES TO BRING MATCHBOX DRIVING ADVENTURES TO CONSOLES THIS SEPTEMBER

Take the wheel of an authentic Matchbox vehicle and embark on exciting quests in a game for a new generation of fans

Mattel, Inc., a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, in collaboration with Outright Games, the leading publisher of family-friendly interactive entertainment, has today revealed the first all-console and PC video game inspired by the die-cast collectible toy brand Matchbox™. Developed by Casual Brothers, Matchbox Driving Adventures will be available 20th September, 2024, on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.

Matchbox Driving Adventures will allow players to unlock, customize, and race digital versions of their favorite authentic Matchbox vehicles. Compete alone, or with up to four friends in local multiplayer and embark on epic missions across six diverse environments, speeding through various tracks all with multiple variants offering plenty of ways to put the pedal to the metal. 

Check out the full game announcement trailer below

Designed for all styles of play, Matchbox Driving Adventures offers two distinct game modes. In Adventure Mode, players explore Matchbox Adventure Island at their leisure, solving intriguing problems for its inhabitants amidst rich, evolving landscapes. Alternatively, Competition Mode ramps up the excitement by featuring a series of uniquely varied tracks where players can compete for an exhilarating and enchanting racing experience. 

Perfect for newcomers and longtime enthusiasts of the brand, Matchbox Driving Adventures offers a dynamic and captivating experience that honors the storied legacy of Matchbox, giving players the ability to:

  1. Customize and race 12 original Matchbox vehicles
  2. Explore six unique environments and race across 14 different tracks plus variations
  3. Explore and complete over 30 quests in Adventure Mode
  4. Compete with up to four players in local multiplayer in Competition Mode

Bringing Matchbox back to consoles and PC is a significant milestone for Mattel Digital Games,” said Mike DeLaet, Global Head of Digital Gaming at Mattel. “Outright Games has captured the essence of Matchbox, creating an engaging world that beckons families to explore and compete with the model cars they know and love. We are eager to introduce a new generation to the legacy of Matchbox as they discover the joy of exhilarating real-world adventures and the thrill of the open road.

Working with Mattel on Matchbox Driving Adventures has been an incredible opportunity to adapt a legacy brand for a video game,” added Stephanie Malham, Managing Director of Outright Games. “Creating faithful replicas of some of the most iconic vehicles under the label has been a tremendous labor of love that we know collectors and newcomers will enjoy unlocking and customizing as they navigate the game. We’re looking forward to fans of all ages getting hands-on with the different modes and exploring what Matchbox Driving Adventures has to offer.

Founded in 1953 by automotive enthusiast Jack Odell, the legendary Matchbox brand was created to solve a challenge for his daughter, who could only bring toys to school that fit inside a matchbox. This led to the iconic “matchbox car,” captivating her school friends and birthing a brand that has since brought miniature die-cast car and vehicle models to children and collectors globally. Over the past 70 years, Matchbox has expanded to include model kits, action figures, and large-scale models, maintaining high standards of authenticity that have driven its success. Today, two Matchbox cars are sold every second worldwide. Mattel announced plans to adapt the brand into a live-action film, marking a new chapter in its storied history. 

To learn more about Matchbox Driving Adventures and discover more upcoming games published by Outright Games featuring Mattel franchises, follow Outright Games on YouTube (@OutrightGames), X (@Outright_Games), and Instagram (outright_games).

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About Mattel     

Mattel is a leading global toy 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®, MEGA® and Polly Pocket®, 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.

About Outright Games

Outright Games is a global video games publisher with a focus on bringing quality family entertainment to a worldwide audience. Founded in 2016, Outright Games has established its place in the market delivering engaging interactive games of beloved entertainment licences globally. Outright Games brings stories and characters to life with titles including favourites such as Peppa Pig: World Adventures with Hasbro, DC’s Justice League: Cosmic Chaos with Warner, Star Trek Prodigy: Supernova and Paw Patrol: Grand Prix with Nickelodeon, and DreamWorks Dragons: Legends of The Nine Realms with NBC Universal. With an Outright Games title there will be fun for all the family to enjoy.

For more information please visit: www.outrightgames.com

Make Maps And Find Treasure In Cozy Cartography Game Map Map

New Wholesome Direct trailer showcases beautiful island environments and fun map-making mechanics

Hamburg, Germany – June 10th 2024 Pipapo Games are pleased to announce their new cozy cartography game about making maps and finding hidden treasure, Map Map. A new trailer that debuted at Wholesome Direct over the weekend introduces players to the fun map making mechanics and colourful natural environments Map Map offers up for you to explore!

In Map Map, you set off on an adventure with your crew to find hidden treasure. You explore wondrous natural landscapes as you travel from island for island, searching for clues. Your task as the crew’s trusty cartographer is to explore each island, filling out what starts as an empty map with ruins, landmarks and other key locations. Unlock new cartography tools as you progress to help you create more accurate maps and lead your crew to the hidden treasure.

Get to know the unique characters that compose your crew at the outset and welcome new friends into the fold as your progress. Discover their stories and personalities as you discover secret places, ancient ruins and delightful animals or your cartographic adventures. Enjoy a pressure free experience without distracting quest markers that lets you uncover this whimsical world at your own pace.

“Our small team is really excited to show Map Map to the world with our brand new trailer,” said Project Manager and Environment Artist Clara Müller. “We’re still mapping our way to release, but we hope you’ll follow us on our journey. We can’t wait to share more of the fun stuff we’re working on and the kind of cozy, pressure-free experience Map Map will deliver on release.”

Map Map on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2702260/Map_Map__A_Game_About_Maps/
Website: https://pipapo.games/

About Pipapo Games

Pipapo Games consists of  Annika, Lukas, Laura, and Clara, supported by Ali Popa who makes our game worlds come alive with beautiful audio and Jenni Wagner who manages our social media channels. Combining our different skill sets and previous industry experience, we focus on developing light-hearted, humorous games that feature creative and unique mechanics.

NCSOFT Reveals New Trailer for BATTLE CRUSH

BATTLE CRUSH Will Launch in Early Access on June 27 – Pre-Register Now to Collect Rewards

PANGYO, South Korea (June 10, 2024) – NCSOFT has released a new trailer for its upcoming brawler action game BATTLE CRUSH. The trailer was showcased during Summer Game Fest 2024  on June 7.

The new trailer features BATTLE CRUSH’s iconic characters, inspired by mythical figures, clashing in dynamic battles. Bursting with vibrant 2D animation, the trailer brings each character’s unique traits and skills to life. The gameplay footage thrills with intense battles in an ever-collapsing battlefield, showcasing the core element of BATTLE CRUSH.

Watch the new BATTLE CRUSH trailer here:

BATTLE CRUSH will launch in Early Access on June 27. Players from 100 countries worldwide will be able to seamlessly join the action on Steam, Google Play, Apple App Store, and Nintendo Switch, with full cross-play support across all devices.

Pre-register for BATTLE CRUSH through Google Play, App Store, and the official BATTLE CRUSH website to receive a bundle of special rewards. Players can also wishlist BATTLE CRUSH on Steam for bonus items.

For more details, visit the official BATTLE CRUSH website and follow BATTLE CRUSH on YouTube, X and Discord for the latest updates in the community.

Pre-register BATTLE CRUSH on:

Wishlist BATTLE CRUSH on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2287920/BATTLE_CRUSH/ 

About NCSOFT Corp. 

NCSOFT, headquartered in Pangyo, Korea, is the world’s premier publisher and developer of massively multiplayer online games, including the critically acclaimed Lineage®, AION®, Blade & Soul®, Guild Wars® franchises as well as numerous casual games. With approximately 5,000 employees worldwide, NCSOFT aims to provide fun for everyone, everywhere in the world. More information can be found at www.ncsoft.com.

ZERO SIEVERT REVEALS NEW CITY MAP AT PC GAMING SHOW

The hit extraction shooter’s brand new “Zakov City” map will be the largest addition to the game since its Steam Early Access launch, marking the final step towards 1.0 release this Autumn

LONDON, UK – 9th June, 2024 – Gamers rejoice! ZERO Sievert will be launching into 1.0 in Autumn 2024, joining the ranks of hit games like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2. Having spent the last two years in Steam Early Access, Modern Wolf and CABO Studio have revealed that the team is hard at work on the final stages of the game. A key part of the run-up to launch is the brand new map teased at the tenth annual PC Gaming Show this week, Zakov City.

Zakov City is the largest undertaking to be added to the game yet, allowing players to explore the destroyed urban remains of civilisation. The map brings players closer than ever to the nuclear destruction at the core of the game, and will encourage players to explore the subterranean layers of the city, trudge through the derelict streets and search through abandoned buildings.

Check out the full teaser trailer below:

“Luca and the team have been pouring their heart and soul into this,” said Phil Elliott, CEO at Modern Wolf. “We’ve spent the last year iterating and experimenting with what we and the community want the final product to be, and finally feel we’ve been able to amalgamate that into the best game possible.”

About ZERO Sievert
Set in the apocalyptic wasteland of Zakov, ZERO Sievert is a tense top-down shooter that challenges you to scavenge a procedurally-generated wasteland, loot gear, and explore what’s left of a devastated world.

ZERO Sievert launched into Steam Early Access in November 2022 and is currently sitting with over 9,000 positive reviews. Find the game on Steam here.  
 
About CABO Studio

CABO Studio was founded by Luca Carbonera in Italy in 2020. Currently working on his first title, ZERO Sievert is PvE top-down shooter that combines tight and tense gameplay with environments and atmospheres to match.
 
About Modern Wolf

Modern Wolf is an independent publisher of games. Boasting a catalogue of exciting games that span genres, art styles, and development teams, their goal is to publish titles that players can enjoy and master again and again.

Award-Winning Mystery Phoenix Springs Releasing September 16th

Stylish neo-noir offers modern point-and-click investigation, stunning hand-drawn art and full voice acting

Manchester, U.K. – June 10th 2024Calligram Studio is pleased to announce that their anticipated neo-noir mystery, Phoenix Springs, will be bringing its award-winning hand-drawn art and compelling investigative narrative to PC on September 16th. Phoenix Springs is a modern point-and-click with a streamlined, intuitive UI, where you collect clues and leads rather than physical objects. The game had a busy weekend, appearing at Day of the Devs, Women-Led Games and the Future Of Play Direct.

It all begins when reporter Iris Dormer reconnects with her estranged brother. She finds herself in Phoenix Springs, a desert oasis home to an enigmatic community. As she explores ancient ruins and interrogates a rich cast of characters, she must uncover the mysteries that connect the place, the myths, and herself.

As you follow leads and talk to characters, you will collect clues and leads in your inventory. Connect these clues with the environment or mention them in fully voice-acted conversations to progress. Discard false leads and red herrings as you solve logical puzzles designed to challenge and delight fans of story-rich interactive experiences.

Phoenix Springs has collected a host of accolades in the lead up to its release, including being an official selection at Day of the Devs 2024, winning ‘Best Art Direction’ at Indie X Lisbon 2022, the WINGS prize at A Maze 2024, ‘Best of British’ at the 2024 London Games Festival and the ‘Critic’s Choice’ and ‘Most Anticipated’ awards at Indie Cup UK 2023.

“Our small team is incredibly excited about releasing Phoenix Springs on September 16th,” said Jigmé Özer, Calligram Studio founder. “It’s been really heartening to see everyone’s excitement for the game, from events like Day of the Devs, to the media that’s had such kind words for us and of course the community that’s been spreading the word about Phoenix Springs. We can’t wait for you all to get to dive into the mystery we’ve created!”

Website: https://www.calligramstudio.com/
Phoenix Springs on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1973310/Phoenix_Springs/

About Calligram Studio

Calligram is currently three people based between the UK and France. Calligram call themselves an art collective for two reasons: it reflects the fluidity of their structure and highlights how they think about the medium of computer games. They are currently working on their first game, the neo-noir mystery point-and-click, Phoenix Springs.

Sid Meier’s Civilization VII Coming In 2025

Revolutionary new chapter in the critically acclaimed, award-winning Civilization franchise from Firaxis Games and 2K officially announced at Summer Game Fest; launching in 2025 with full gameplay showcase coming this August

2K and Firaxis Games officially announced today Sid Meier’s Civilization® VII, a revolutionary new chapter in the epic strategy video game franchise, will launch in 2025 on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), PlayStation®4 (PS4®), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo™ Switch, and PC, Mac and Linux via Steam. Available to wishlist now on select platforms, the full reveal of Civilization VII and its exciting new features and innovations will be shared in August 2024.

The announcement of Civilization VII was made during Summer Games Fest Kickoff Live, featuring an enthralling cinematic trailer that showcases humanity’s progress through history and the enduring challenge of building a legacy that stands the test of time.

“For more than 30 years, players from around the world have shared their love and support for Civ,” stated Sid Meier, Founder and Director of Creative Development at Firaxis Games. “I’m incredibly excited for Civ fans to see Civilization VII, a game that represents the culmination of three decades of strategy innovation and refinement.”

“With more than 70 million copies sold-in and over 1 billion hours played, the Civilization franchise is a crown jewel for 2K,” stated David Ismailer, President of 2K Games. “What the team is looking to accomplish with Civilization VII is nothing short of breathtaking, and we’re confident that Firaxis Games has another hit on their hands with Civilization VII.”

As the seventh mainline title in the franchise, Civilization VII is a 4X strategy game developed by the legendary team at Firaxis Games. Players establish their civilization, construct cities and architectural wonders to expand their territory, conquer or cooperate with rival civilizations in pursuit of prosperity, and explore the far reaches of the unknown world.

For the latest information on Civilization VII, wishlist the game, visit www.civilization.com and follow the game across YouTube, Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok. Creating and authenticating a 2K Account also entitles you to receive in-game rewards that will be revealed at a later date, and lets you sign up to receive the Civ newsletter to stay up-to-date about the game. Join the conversation using the hashtag #CivilizationVII.

Sid Meier’s Civilization VII is currently rated RP for Rating Pending by the ESRB. Firaxis Games is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

About Take-Two Interactive Software

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe.  We develop and publish products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, Private Division, and Zynga.  Our products are designed for console gaming systems, PC, and mobile, including smartphones and tablets.  We deliver our products through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services.  The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO.  For more corporate and product information please visit our website at http://www.take2games.com.

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About 2K

Founded in 2005, 2K develops and publishes interactive entertainment for video game consoles, personal computers, and mobile devices, with product availability including physical retail and digital download. The Company is home to many talented development studios, including Visual Concepts, Firaxis Games, Hangar 13, Cat Daddy Games, 31st Union, Cloud Chamber and HB Studios. 2K’s portfolio currently includes several AAA, sports and entertainment brands, including global powerhouse NBA®️ 2K; renowned BioShock®️, Borderlands®️, Mafia, Sid Meier’s Civilization®️ and XCOM®️ brands; popular WWE®️ 2K and WWE®️ SuperCard franchises, TopSpin®️ as well as the critically and commercially acclaimed PGA TOUR®️ 2K. Additional information about 2K and its products may be found at 2K.com and on the Company’s official social media channels.

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Tripwire Interactive Drops First Gruesome Gameplay Trailer for Upcoming Co-op Action/Horror Shooter, Killing Floor 3 – Coming Early 2025

Following the exclusive reveal during the PC Gaming Show as part of Summer Game Fest, developer and publisher Tripwire Interactive has released the first official gameplay trailer for the highly anticipated next chapter in the studio’s legendary Killing Floor franchise, Killing Floor 3. Dripping with never-before-seen content, the new trailer reveals a deeper look at the game in gruesome, glorious action. With more bullets, more blood and more monstrous Zeds than ever before, Killing Floor 3 is set to put the horror back into action/horror when it releases in early 2025.

Killing Floor 3’s gameplay trailerintroduces thefirst three new playable Nightfall specialists including the highly-anticipated return of fan-favorite commando, Mr. Foster. Each specialist comes complete with their own unique set of skills and proficiencies giving them and their team an edge in combat, including an arsenal of fully customizable weapons and deadly cutting-edge military gadgets. Maps in Killing Floor 3 come to life with new levels of verticality and traversability and, when combined with advancements in player movement such as dashing and climbing, and the addition of deadly environmental traps, give specialists new strategies to adapt and survive. Horzine’s Zeds have been redesigned for maximum destruction, and with enhancements in weaponry, movement, AI, and enemy behavior, their new methods of terminating specialists are more gruesome and effective than ever. And finally, for the first time fans can feast their eyes on one of Horzine’s latest creations: The Impaler.

“We are incredibly excited for players to experience the action/horror world we are creating for Killing Floor 3,” said Bryan Wynia, Studio Creative Director at Tripwire Interactive. “Today we released our first gameplay trailer giving fans an extended look at the game that we’ve been busy developing, and the absolute carnage they can expect when Killing Floor 3 launches in early 2025!”

The Battle Begins with Nightfall in Killing Floor 3

Killing Floor 3 is the next installment in the legendary co-op action/horror FPS series. The year is 2091, 70 years after the events in Killing Floor 2, and megacorp Horzine has produced the ultimate army: an obedient horde of bio-engineered monstrosities called Zeds. Now, the only thing standing between these infernal creations and the future of humanity is the rebel rogue group known as Nightfall. This intense first-person shooter puts players in the role of a Nightfall specialist, joining forces with up to five teammates as they battle through a war-ravaged, dystopian future, surviving unrelenting waves of Zeds, unlocking new skills, and building the ultimate arsenal.

Developed and published by Tripwire Interactive, Killing Floor 3 is currently in development for PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store), the PlayStation®5 system, and the Xbox Series X|S console system, and is now available for wishlisting on all storefronts. Additional product information will be released at a later date.

To stay up to date on the latest Killing Floor 3 news and updates, visit the official website, and follow the game on X, Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. For more information about Tripwire Interactive please visit their official website and follow them on X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.

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Stylish Ship Shoot ‘Em Up ‘Gunboat God’ Announced at PC Gaming Show, Sailing to Steam in Early 2026

Take to the waves and equip your ship with superpowered weaponry in this ultra-stylish action-shooter

LONDON, UK – June 9, 2024 – Become the ultimate fighting frigate in Gunboat God, a super-stylish ship-based shoot ‘em up from developer Janson RAD and publisher Fireshine Games, blasting onto Steam in early 2026.

Discover an entirely new take on the phrase ‘wave-based combat’ in this energetic arcade shooter, where players take to the seas in a fast-moving, quick-firing gunboat across hundreds of instantly gratifying micro-missions.

Upgrade and transform your gunboat with superpowered weapons, skills and abilities, riding the waves of a savage swampland and wild water worlds with dynamic, fluid movement. Fend off monsters above and below water in compulsive, pick-up-and-play gameplay, keeping your gunboat afloat with skilful sailing and powerful new abilities.

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Sail the seas as you surf, jet, dive, and fight against supersized bosses and relentless enemy hordes. Evolve your gunboat and equip your ship with powerful new weaponry and abilities in ultra-fast combat across a huge variety of levels and objectives.

Gunboat God is a fluid shoot ‘em-up – quite literally! – that combines strategic thinking with a compulsive ‘one-more-go’ gameplay loop and super stylish visuals,” said Rob Feather, Product Manager at Fireshine Games. “We can’t wait for the game to make a splash with shmup fans and players looking to dive into an all-new action-shooter when it shoots onto Steam in 2026.”

Gunboat God can be added to your Steam Wishlist now. For the latest info, visit fireshinegames.co.uk.

About Janson RAD

Thomas Janson has been an animator and game developer for 15 years, and is now kicking things up a few dozen notches with Gunboat God. Inspired by the works of Vlambeer, Insomniac Games and countless others, he is peering through his animation-and-game-feel magnifying glass to bring an exciting new action game to life.

About Fireshine Games

Fireshine Games is a global publisher of digital and physical videogames based in London, England. Originally established in 2014 under the name Sold Out, Fireshine Games works with studio giants such as Team 17, Rebellion and Frontier Developments as well as introducing new indie dev studios to the world like Pugstorm, Stonewheat & Sons, Spiral Circus, ColePowered Games and many more – publishing for physical and digital distribution. Fireshine is also part of the EG7 group of companies.