One Last Ride with the Knight Commander

Nicosia, Cyprus (May 7, 2024) — A grand adventure finally comes to a close, as today developer Owlcat Games releases the sixth and final DLC expansion for its critically acclaimed cRPG, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. Out now on PC and consoles, A Dance of Masks takes players back to where it all began in a final love letter to the Knight Commander and their loyal companions. The DLC heavily focuses on the companions and the Knight Commander’s relationships with them and features fully-voiced dialogue.

Check out the launch trailer for A Dance of Masks below:

Gather the Knight Commander’s companions and return to the city of Kenabres, destroyed and now rebuilt from the ashes. Partake in festival activities, celebrate your victories, socialize with friends and loved ones, watch the fireworks… and thwart the plans of villains trying to spoil the fun!
 
Key features of A Dance of Masks include:

• A new adventure that will take you back to Kenabres and beyond, including a new enemy’s stronghold
• Personal events for every companion — we’ve seen them fight, now it’s time to watch them have a day off
• A new romantic event with every romanceable companion
• An otherworldly arena where players can test their mettle against some truly mythic enemies
• 11 new character archetypes and a new weapon with the ability to switch grip from one-handed to two-handed
• Fully voiced dialogues

A Dance of Masks is available now, standalone or as part of Season Pass 2, for PlayStation 4|5, Xbox One, and PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG, as well as macOS, with Nintendo Switch coming soon 
 
Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous is an isometric story-driven RPG where players take their own custom-created characters into the Worldwound to close the rift into the Abyss and bring peace back to a shattered nation. How this is accomplished (if at all) is for the player to decide. With 25 classes, 12 player races, and a neverending arsenal of magic and abilities, the story of the WorldWound is for players to write. 
  
About Owlcat Games
 
Owlcat Games is a team of developers united by a love of RPGs. From our beginnings as a small group of games industry veterans obsessed with the idea of making our dream games a reality, we have grown into a truly international company, with our headquarters and development in Cyprus and more than 450 employees spread across offices in various countries. We continue to expand and take on new hires from around the world, and we also get together every week to play tabletop games in the office and on Roll20 online.

Co-Op Map for up to 4 Players, New Character Creator Brings New Adventures to Current Gen Consoles, Game Pass and Epic Games Store

Oberhaching, Germany, June 13th, 2024  – Independent developer Render Cube and publisher Toplitz Productions are delighted to announce that the Co-op mode, new Oxbow Map and character creator for Medieval Dynasty will come to Xbox Series X|S and will be available with Game Pass on console and on PC, Microsoft Store on Xbox, and on PlayStation 5 and Epic Games Store on June 27th.

Current gen console players will be able to join the fray with their PC counterparts as Medieval Dynasty expands its dominion cross-platform, expanding their co-op adventures in the Middle Ages. Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 console gamers will now get a chance to experience Piastovia for themselves, the heart and soul of the Oxbow where their epic journey and exciting new quests will begin. 

Check out the teaser trailer below:

Not only does the co-op mode introduce a whole new player experience for current gen console players to enjoy with their friends, but they’ll also notice that villages within the Oxbow come alive with a newfound vibrancy, teeming with activity as village folk go about their daily lives and conduct their chores.

Hunting, trading and building together in the Oxbow, players will be transported to a realm brimming with enigmatic characters, captivating landmarks, and charming villages.

Following the successful integration of its long-awaited and much-requested co-op mode and new map in December on Steam last year, the integration of co-op to current gen consoles brings an exciting new dimension to the gaming experience. Console players can now immerse themselves in the action alongside friends, unleashing teamwork and companionship to conquer challenges and explore the new landscape of the game’s medieval universe. 

“We’re thrilled to offer players new experiences and content that redefine immersion and camaraderie in the world we’ve meticulously crafted. This marks not only a significant milestone in our journey but also reinforces the enduring strength and appeal of the Medieval Dynasty brand across PC and console platforms “said Matthias Wünsche, CEO Toplitz Productions GmbH.

Medieval Dynasty is digitally available now in the PlayStation Store and Microsoft Store on Xbox. The PC version 1.0 was released on Steam, GOG.com and the Epic Games Store in fall 2021 after a highly successful early access phase, and sold over 1.75 million copies as of Dec 2023. Versions for current gen consoles have been available since October 2022 and have secured an active community as well. 

Developer Render Cube has plans for further content for players to enjoy in the coming months when it ‘fires up its forges’ for the Armors, Crests and Shields update later in 2024.

Players can visit the official Medieval Dynasty Discord server here 

About Render Cube

Render Cube is a Polish development studio founded in 2012. In the initial period of its activity, it focused on outsourcing works, commissioned mainly by other game producers, which resulted in cooperation with, among others, CD Projekt, Techland or Platige Image. In recent years, the company has been focusing on the production of its own games, released on PC and console platforms. The biggest title of the studio is Medieval Dynasty, a unique production that combines the best features of such popular genres as survival games, simulators, builders, RPGs and strategies.The company employs over 30 people and is listed on the Polish Stock Exchange.

 About Toplitz Productions

The German-Austrian publisher, whose name originates from the mysterious Toplitz Lake in the heart of Austria, develops and publishes games with “heart & soul” for all platforms. The company consists of a healthy mix of experienced industry veterans and young talents, all of whom are passionate gamers. They enjoy working with creative developers on many exciting titles, such as those from the “Dynasty” and “Giant” series.

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Inspired by Custom Starcraft and Warcraft Maps, Defend Your Tower and Terraform the Battlefield to Funnel Your Enemies Into Perfect Killzones

Brooklyn, New York — This week, solo developer indie studio onewinter games announced that its tower defense roguelite Terrorformer TD is featured in Steam Next Fest from now until June 17th with a playable demo!

Terrorformer TD is a tower defense roguelite where the map erodes and grows as the game progresses — but the player gets terraforming tools to shape it! Every round, the player fortifies their defenses to survive against waves of enemies; then cashes in at the shop for new towers, upgrades, and other rewards. Players gain XP and level up to unlock new abilities and components after each run, growing stronger the longer they play.

Watch the Terrorformer TD: Steam Next Fest Trailer below:

What began as a Master of Fine Arts thesis project quickly transformed into the pride and joy of solo developer TJ Cioffe of onewinter games, as he realized that this was a real opportunity to build upon previous tower defense staples and take the genre in his own direction. In doing so, Terrorformer TD has been carefully crafted to include all of the best elements of tower defense while adding its own twists, such as procedurally generated maps that can be terraformed, roguelike progression, online leaderboards, and weekly challenges.

“I’ve had a blast researching and testing what makes the best tower defense games so good,” onewinter games solo developer TJ Cioffe stated. “It’s a fascinating genre that stands between modern Vampire Survivors-likes and RTS classics like Starcraft that’s spawning some really creative concepts lately. There’s never been a more interesting time to be making a tower defense game and I’m excited to share Terrorformer TD with the world!”

The Steam Next Fest demo of Terrorformer TD adds 12 new enemy types (including 2 new bosses) for a total of 75 rounds’ worth of planned enemy challenges. The number of maps available has been expanded to five, with two existing maps receiving a rework and two new maps added to the game.  Finally, extensive playtesting has led to optimizations in the mid-to-late game, resulting in nearly doubled performance when the map is filled with towers! 

Key Features of Terrorformer TD:

• Terraform the Battlefield: Unlock new procedurally generated maps, each with unique terraforming opportunities and base-building strategies. Grow along with the dynamic battlefield and design the right defenses for each playthrough’s challenges.
• Assemble a Home Tower: Customize your Home Tower each run from the components you’ve unlocked, giving you access to special abilities, upgrades, and weapons! Earn dozens of permanent perks as you play and level up, increasing your survivability on each run.
• Choose Your Own Adventure: Unlocks, upgrades, and map erosion are randomized every round, so each playthrough is different. Try your hand at a harder difficulty, or see how long you can last using the Weekly Challenge’s loadout!
• Take on Enemy Hordes: Counter enemy abilities like Fortify, Warp, and Disable Tower with 25 unique towers that earn XP and level up, growing stronger as the game goes on. Mix-and-match defenses to find the best combination for each enemy challenge.

The Terrorformer TD demo is out now on Steam, with the full game release planned for September 2024. To download the demo and wishlist Terrorformer TD, click here.

About onewinter games

onewinter games is an indie game studio specializing in strategy and simulation games based in Brooklyn and run by TJ Cioffe. TJ likes to joke that he learned math by counting rupees in the original NES Zelda; he’s been into game design and programming ever since he got his hands on the original DOOM’s level editor as a kid; and he’s been itching to make a tower defense game since the genre first originated in Warcraft and Starcraft maps.  After spending his teens and twenties working in IT, he pivoted to game development in his mid-30s, heading back to school to get his MFA in Game Systems Design.  Now, he’s excited to share his first published game with the world this fall!

Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III releases digitally for € 9,99 on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4/PlayStation®5, and Xbox on 11th of July 2024!

Berlin, 13.06.2024 – In 1991, TAITO released the third entry in its enduring Bubble Bobble series: Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III. Originally released for the PC Engine, the game followed the success of its predecessors, building on the foundations Bubble Bobble and Rainbow Islands laid down and continuing the story from where they left off. It quickly became a fantastic hit, later being ported to Atari ST, Amiga, Game Boy, and even NES, gaining huge popularity and its own dedicated fandom.

Some thirty-three years later, this iconic platformer is ready to land on modern consoles on July 11th for only €9,99 and can be pre-ordered for Nintendo Switch as of now. Xbox pre-orders will start on 19.06.2024. Both offers an additional 10% pre-order bonus until release! Hurry up! PlayStation®4/PlayStation®5 versions will also be out on the 11th of July 2024.

Features:

• The triumphant return of the Bubble Bobble franchise;
• An enigmatic ensemble of enemies, each with unique abilities (and charm);
• 2-player mode: double the fun with Bubby and Bobby!
• Dazzling parasols with magical powers;
• Power-ups galore;
• 8 worlds to save, plus 2 unlockable ones!
• Quality-of-life options, such as save states and the ability to rewind gameplay

Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III will be released on July 11th for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation®4 & PlayStation®5, and Xbox!

About ININ

ININ, a subsidiary of United Games Entertainment GmbH, is a rising publishing label of high-quality retro, arcade, and indie games. With a passion for feel-good games, ININ brings classic titles back to life and creates future gaming gems. Known for titles like “Wonder Boy: Asha in Monster World,” “Cotton Reboot,” and “CrossCode,” ININ is the Western publishing partner for iconic TAITO series such as “Bubble Bobble” and the legendary “Space Invaders.” In collaboration with partner label Strictly Limited Games, ININ offers limited and collector’s editions to die-hard gamers. As ININ continues to impact the gaming world, stay tuned for frequent announcements of new (or old but returning) games.

About TAITO Corporation

TAITO Corporation (TAITO) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Square Enix Holdings Co., Ltd. With headquarters in Tokyo, Japan, TAITO operates core businesses such as game arcade operations, manufacturing coin-operated game machines, and mobile phone content services. A seminal part of gaming history, TAITO caused a worldwide sensation with its arcade legend, SPACE INVADERS, and developed such fan favorites as PUZZLE BOBBLE (BUST-A-MOVE) and ARKANOID. Today, TAITO continues to thrill game lovers of all generations by offering both classic and new family-oriented titles on the latest gaming platforms. TAITO delivers a wide range of entertainment experiences with the goal of providing consumers with fresh surprises and new discoveries.

Venture into Tin Man Game’s VR cybernetic underworld and lead your squad to victory! 

Melbourne, Australia – 13 June 2024. Indie developer Tin Man Games is excited to announce that its tactical turn-based VR experience NEON Squad Tactics launches today for Meta Quest Devices via the Meta Store. Enter the neon-lit underworld of UltraCity as a member of the Elite Operators, capable of projecting your consciousness into a team of skilled heroes known as the NEON Squad. Lead your team in thrilling turn-based tactical battles, where every decision could mean the difference between victory and defeat.

Watch the Out Now trailer for NEON Squad Tactics below 

(VR headset required!) 

Join friends and online allies as you enter a vibrant cyberpunk metropolis run by powerful corporations. Strategize, battle, and shape the city’s destiny in epic strategic showdowns, immersed in a stunning virtual world brought to life with a hyper-retro 90s aesthetic and a modern synthwave soundtrack. Dive into the action either lone wolf style in the single-player campaign or with up to 4 friends in multiplayer online co-op mode. 

Gather your friends or online allies and navigate the vibrant, wacky world from the comfort of a virtual bar. A captivating holographic table serves as your interface to key locations in the city and beyond. You’ll undertake daring missions on behalf of the powerful corporations, all under the guidance of an enigmatic Handler.

Forge alliances, outsmart your enemies, and rise to the top of the cybernetic food chain. Are you ready to become a legend in the neon-lit world of the NEON Squad?

Features: 

• Turn-based tactics action game with a compelling single-player campaign and Drop in / Drop out multiplayer missions for up to 4 players.
• Hyper-retro 90s aesthetic and a modern synthwave soundtrack featuring tracks by AM0k, Metasphere, Fynn’s Arcade, Hearts in Beta and Monster Mansion. 
• 31 playfields across 3 diverse biomes. 
• Choose from 8 playable Squad members – Assassin / Vanguard / Ravager / Juggernaut / E-Goop / Ghost / Queen / Wildcard
• Over-the-top futuristic weaponry includes laser swords, combat drones, lightning launchers, smart mines, nano-bots, and more.
• in-game wagering system. The bigger the risks, the bigger the rewards. 

NEON Squad Tactics is out today for Meta Quest Devices for $19.99. Head to the Meta Store for more information on local pricing. .

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About Tin Man Games

TIN MAN GAMES is a game development studio based in Melbourne, Australia. Specializing in fantasy adventures, digital board games, and interactive fiction, Tin Man has developed and published over 40 titles across a large number of platforms, including iOS, Android, PC, Mac, Linux, Nintendo Switch and PlayStation VR.

Experience Exclusive Global MapleStory Content, the Return of Angelic Buster, and Much More in The First Part of GO WEST!

LOS ANGELES – June 13, 2024 – Nexon’s popular, side-scrolling 2D MMORPG MapleStory has launched the first of its two-part GO WEST! Update. 

As shared in Inkwell’s Note announcements in April and May, MapleStory is headed in a new direction with exclusive, localized updates. This update includes many improvements where player feedback has been incorporated and there will be a lot of amazing and in-depth content to look forward to. 

Kicking off the excitement is this summer’s GO WEST! update which puts the spotlight on Inkwell and Dr. Lim as the Maple Boys, a unique and special music duo on tour in Maple World. Players can become fans of the Maple Boys and leave messages of support, enjoy the show, and receive exclusive rewards. 

The update includes content that players from both Interactive and Heroic worlds are sure to enjoy. The Heroic World maintains the leveling-up of characters through Meso acquisition and its usual gameplay experience. The Interactive World experiences change the tradability of certain items like Sol Erda Fragments and Sweetwater Equipment, bringing advantages that come with item tradability to the World. In addition, the Maple Rewards Shop has been updated, enhancing benefits for players. 

Angelic Buster Is Back With Even More Powerful Abilities

Angelic Buster, MapleStory’s Battleground Idol, is on her comeback tour and has returned with an all-new, cuter than ever makeover. It’s not just her looks that have been revamped, she also has new skills, animations, storyline, and more. Angelic Buster is moving on from her Soul Recharge system for powering up her best skills, and with her new talents, she can tap into MP to power them instead, helping her dazzle the crowd easier than ever. Angelic Buster now has an arsenal of abilities to make her fans cheer as she blasts away her foes. 

In addition, the attack range of “Celestial Roar” the 4th Job main hunting skill, has increased which improves usability. “Superstar Spotlight”, which was used for hunting and bosses, has been improved and players can now receive a buff effect regardless of the lighting’s location. In addition, the action delay of a considerable number of skills has been reduced, improving gameplay. Meanwhile, “Soul Seeker”, which accounts for a large part of hunting, will be generated better than before when using “Celestial Roar”.

Players can also create a new Angelic Buster character and dive into the Comeback! Battleground Idol Event where they can earn a wealth of special rewards as they explore her symphony of new powers and experience her brand-new story content.

Prepare For Some More Hyper Burning

Hyper Burning is back, allowing a single character to gain two bonus levels each time they level up until they reach level 260. The super-fast leveling continues with an all-new map for Hyper Burning called Tera Blink. This new feature allows players to enter a world inside Spiegelmann’s Hat at level 10 and stay until level 200 for accelerated leveling. Using Hyper Burning in conjunction with Tera Blink will allow an experienced player to reach level 200 a lot faster than they normally would be able to. 

Maplers Can Jump Into Fun-Filled Activities And Receive Heaps Of Rewards

Epic Dungeon: High Mountain is MapleStory’s first epic dungeon for characters level 260 and above. Players engage in the story of the awakened sun god Mitra who has returned to the High Mountain after a long slumber. They must defeat numerous enemies and the boss Tynus to receive plenty of EXP, Sol Erda, and Sol Erda Fragment rewards.

Legion Artifact is a new growth system where players can complete missions through various gameplay and obtain stats that can be applied to all characters. Players will complete Artifact Missions to gain Artifact EXP and points and use those rewards to enhance their Artifact Crystals to gain various stats like Increases Boss Damage, Increase Critical Damage, Increases Item Drop Rate and more.

In Dreaming Lachelein, Lucid invites players to a fascinating party hosted in Lachelein, the Dreaming City. Players can receive rewards just by logging in every day and will get additional benefits by completing weekly missions. They can also get rare outfit items by participating in mini-games and get loads of EXP using event special skills for rapid leveling. 

With additional improvements and many benefits for players, detailed here, MapleStory’s GO WEST! update is the perfect time to start playing MapleStory which can be accessed here.

The second GO WEST! update goes live on July 17 and adds new 6th Job Common Skills and new job-specific Mastery Nodes to be used by all Jobs that have completed the 6th Job Advancement, as well as the new Maple Expedition event Pharaoh’s Treasure. In addition, the Maple Boys will return with even more benefits for players who can also enjoy a joint concert between Angelic Buster and Lucid.

About MapleStory

MapleStory is a beloved, 2D side-scrolling online MMORPG known for its distinctive gameplay and unique art style. This iconic game’s popularity has fueled its expansion to the far corners of the globe with several services of MapleStory available to players around the world. In 2005, the Global version of MapleStory launched and has continued to grow and evolve alongside its passionate community of millions of fans.

About Nexon America Inc.

Founded in 2005, Nexon America Inc. delivers outstanding popular, online game expertise and live game support, taking the strengths of NEXON Co., Ltd. (“Nexon”) and applying them to uniquely Western audiences. For decades, Nexon America has consistently sustained iconic franchises such as MapleStory, a beloved, 2D side-scrolling online MMORPG known for its distinctive gameplay and unique art style and Mabinogi, the world’s most expressive MMORPG, where you create a unique character and live your fantasy life. Both games have gone on to break records and captivate players. Recently we introduced the Western market to KartRider: Drift, the only online free-to-play, cross-platform kart racer with deep kart and character customization in stunning high-definition.  With exciting projects on the horizon, Nexon America maintains the pioneering and innovative spirit of its parent company, employing its player-first approach, while designing the best possible gameplay experiences for the Western market.

KartRider Rush+ fans are in for a royal treat with enchanting new karts and tracks

SEOUL – June 13, 2024 – Nexon’s frenetic mobile racing game KartRider Rush+ invites players to floor it around epic castles in the majestic Season 26 update, “Camelot.” Racers can kick it into high gear on the brand-new Knights’ Camp (Camelot) track now, with Pendragon Castle (Camelot) and Cascading Waterfalls (Mine) tracks coming later this season. Additionally, players can turn heads while zooming around in eye-catching highlight karts Inferno Ranger and Astral Ranger.

In KartRider Rush+, players strap into high-speed go-karts and race around an array of thrilling tracks. New and experienced racers can always find something to enjoy in KartRider Rush+, with a variety of engaging game modes and charming bunch of characters regularly added to the game. Featuring vibrant graphics and easy-to-pick-up gameplay, the adrenaline-pumping mobile game offers tons of fun and excitement on the go.

Players who enter the race will experience:

• Super Item Race – Available in Ranked Mode, some basic items are converted into Super Items, granting even more powerful abilities.
• Gentry’s Gala Event – Running until Sunday, July 7, racers can earn items such as Heartbeat Balloons and the Nobleman and Noblewoman Outfits by completing quests for Mask Shards.
• Owl’s Letters Rewards – Players can obtain and use Owl’s Letters to earn awesome rewards including Messenger Owl pets, Milk and more until Thursday, July 25.
• Wizard War Master Event – Stamps and K-Coins can be acquired with players’ first daily victory in Ranked Mode in this event running until Thursday, Aug. 1. Accumulated stamps will earn players enticing rewards such as K-Coins, Acceleration Crests and Wizard War Master.
• Marathon Knight (Perm) Kart – By completing various missions, players can collect Nitro Shards to unlock the epic Marathon Knight (Perm) kart.
• Quality-of-Life Update – Players can now open up to 100 parts as an improvement to the Part Production system.

Players around the world can download KartRider Rush+ for free on Android and iOS. More information on the KartRider Rush+ Season 26 “Camelot” update is available below:

• Official KartRider Rush+ Website: [LINK]
• Official KartRider Rush+ Community: [LINK]

About NEXON Co. Ltd.
Founded in 1994, NEXON Co., Ltd. (Nexon) (3659.TO) is a company engaged in the production, development and operation of online games and Virtual Worlds. First listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon was placed on JPX400 in 2015 and added to the Nikkei Stock Index 300 in 2017. In 2020, Nexon was added to the Nikkei 225. Nexon currently has more than 45 live games in more than 190 countries on PC, console, and mobile. Major game franchises include MapleStory, KartRider and Dungeon&Fighter. In 2021, Nexon completed the acquisition of Embark Studios AB, a company based in Stockholm, Sweden, developing multiple projects for global release.

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Embark on an expedition into the mind-breaking wilderness of Alaska, and warm yourself up afterwards on a journey through the Emberlands. New trailers available!

Hamburg, Germany / June 13th, 2024 – Publisher Daedalic Entertainment together with developers Vixa Games and Tiny Roar promise a journey full of contrasts for the current Steam Next Fest with the release of demos for two uniquely captivating games, Edge of Sanity and Into the Emberlands. Daedalic Entertainment offers players a chance to dive into divergent realms—one filled with the cozy, mystical adventures of Into the Emberlands, launching into Early Access on June 19th, and the other, Edge of Sanity, a descent into madness and horror. 

Edge of Sanity, set in the harsh wilderness of Alaska, challenges players to lead a group of survivors in a 2D survival horror game inspired by Cthulhu mythology. As you scavenge and explore, a gripping storyline unravels that will confront you with eldritch horrors and encroaching madness beyond human comprehension. In stark contrast, Into the Emberlands invites players to a magical world brimming with ever-changing landscapes and mystical creatures. Rescue villagers lost in the Miasma, gather resources, and rebuild your village to create a safe haven. Together, these games showcase the diverse experiences waiting at Steam Next Fest from Daedalic—catering to a broad group of gamers, from the cozy to the chilling.

NEW Edge of Sanity Trailer

Download the new demo!

About Edge of Sanity

Edge of Sanity is a survival horror game with a psychological edge set in the unforgiving wilderness of a cold war-era Alaska, featuring handcrafted 2D art and an intense atmosphere inspired by the famous Cthulhu myth.

You were part of a resupply group helping scientists working in a camp far in the remote Alaskan wilderness. Finding the site devoid of humanity, you stumble upon horrifying creatures, and during the escape your group splits up. You were lucky enough to make it out alive, and you set up camp to plan your future expeditions to find your missing team and learn what happened.

Every day here is a tough fight for survival. Food and supplies are limited, and your sanity is stretching over the edge. Be prepared to improvise and look for any advantage you might have against various monstrosities. It’s all up to you whether the darkness fully consumes you, or you manage to cling to what remains of your sanity.

About Into the Emberlands

Watch the heartwarming Early Access release date trailer – Launching June 19th!

Download the new demo!

You are the Lightbearer. Take your trusty lantern and set out into the Emberlands to rescue the Knacks who lost their way in the wilds. Collect resources on your explorations and lead the Knacks back to their village. Use your resources and the new inhabitants to rebuild the village and expand it from a few shacks to a safe haven! But be aware: If your lantern’s light fades while you’re out exploring, you will become a lost one yourself, and the next Lightbearer will need to step into your shoes…

Set out to discover beautiful procedurally generated biomes while looking for lost ones, and meet quirky inhabitants on your way, from lazy trolls and crazy scientists, to…chickens?! They all offer their own quests and bargains to you. While some may seem rather dubious, they all promise unique rewards, from resources and tools to upgrades to your equipment. Choose which offers you are willing to take—it’s all up to you!

About Daedalic Entertainment

Daedalic Entertainment is a renowned publisher that has supported indie developers for over 17 years, bringing their titles to every major gaming platform. The line-up of games includes a diverse variety of unique titles, focusing on four distinct areas: storytelling, strategy, co-op games, and wholesome games. With an international team of around 45 employees, Daedalic is currently working with various development studios to create a new line-up of innovative games across consoles and PCs to market. Recent hits include New Cycle, Barotrauma, Unrailed!, REVEIL, Capes, Potion Tycoon, Deponia, Shadow Tactics, Inkulinati, Hidden Deep, Fling to the Finish! and more.

Please look out for upcoming games like Woodo, Magin: The Rat Project Stories, Into the Emberlands, Edge of Sanity, Wild Woods, and many more. Since April 2022, Daedalic Entertainment has been a subsidiary of the French publishing house Nacon.

About Vixa Games

Vixa Games was founded in 2016 by a group of passionate indie developers in Gdańsk, Poland. The team strives for a unique and eye-catching art style and an uncommon mix of genres and themes, so their games are usually a bit twisted, just like the crew themselves.  Although they have a fondness for silliness–both overall quality and the studio’s motto, “Life is too short to play boring games,” are strongly reflected in all of Vixa Games’ products.

About Tiny Roar

With a passion for gaming, Tiny Roar is dedicated to crafting unforgettable experiences. Established in 2015 by industry veterans, we’re doing our best every day to deliver fun, polished games across all platforms. Committed to fostering a supportive work environment, we approach game development as a collaboration with both players and partners.

Previous releases include titles such as Bomb Bots Arena and Xel. Currently we’re focusing all our efforts on Into the Emberlands and Lou’s Lagoon, which you can look forward to in the near future!

David Santriago, André Berg Bragason, Martha Weiss and Sami Mylly join speaker lineup of the ´24 edition –

Discounted tickets available only until June 27th at https://gic.gd/tickets/

Poznan, Poland, June 13, 2024: The Game Industry Conference, a leading European gaming conference based in Poland, is set to return once again, and this time, it is expected to be even bigger than before, with estimated 4,000 attendees. As in previous years, the organizers kicked off the showcase of the upcoming edition’s program early by presenting the first big names who will share their knowledge during lectures and workshops. Mark your calendars for GIC’24, scheduled to take place from October 24th to 27th, running alongside the Poznan Game Arena (PGA).

International speakers

Like in the years before, the GIC schedule will be divided into basic, intermediate, and advanced talks, with topics ranging from art and audio, through business, PR, and marketing, up to VR, AR & new technologies. GIC’24 speakers list will include:

• David Santiago – Principal Technical Artist at Insomniac Games, with over 15 years of experience and has contributed to projects like “Marvel’s Spider-Man 2,” ” Ratchet & Clank Rift Apart,” and “Sunset Overdrive,” where he bridges the gap between art and technology. The topic of David’s talk will be “Procedural Tool Development for Marvel’s Spider-Man 2.”
• André Berg Bragason – Lead VFX Artist at CCP Games with 17 years of experience in gamedev. Worked from tech art, through 3D and environment art, to VFX in EVE Online. André will give the audience a behind-the-scenes look at his work on Eve Online in a lecture titled ‘Reigniting Stars: A Decade of VFX in “EVE Online”’.
• Martha Weiss – Senior Character Concept Artist at IO Interactive. Worked at CD Projekt RED on Cyberpunk and Cyberpunk: Phantom Liberty as a concept artist. Martha’s lecture will focus on the theme of ‘How to Design Characters that excel in Games?’
• Sami Mylly – Senior Game Programmer at Fingersoft with over 25 years of gamedev experience as coder, designer, UX/UI developer of mobile games. The title of Sami’s lecture will be ‘(Ab)using Addressables’.

The diverse group of speakers at GIC brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences to the conference. GIC’s commitment to showcasing industry trends, challenges, and opportunities through this diversity enhances the gaming community and advances the industry on a global level.

Industry professionals can now submit their talk proposals at https://gic.gd/call

Special ticket discount

Five months before the event, a record over 400 participants bought their tickets as part of the Early Bird sale. This is the best result in the history of the conference since its beginnings in 2008.

For those who didn’t manage to secure their tickets in the Early Bird phase, GIC has prepared a special offer that will still let visitors buy tickets at a discounted price.

More details can be found at the official GIC website: https://gic.gd/tickets/.

Women in Games Day

GIC’s yearly Women in Games Breakfast broke all the records in 2023. With over 150 attendees and 4 separate roundtables, surveys, networking, and giveaways, it surpassed our expectations.

To boost this growth and fill the evident need of women in our industry, this year GIC will, for the first time, hold a Women in Games Day. The traditional breakfast will be followed by a whole day of networking, workshops, panels, talks and mentoring sessions – for women by women. More details will be disclosed soon.

About Game Industry Conference (GIC)

The GIC, along with Poznan Game Arena, forms the biggest game event east of Cologne. It features professional knowledge exchange, workshops, roundtables, a B2B exhibition area, GRIP-meetings, Geek Careers recruitment opportunities, and networking parties. Not to mention the Central Eastern Europe Game Awards ceremony, GameDev Investment Forum and many more. Since its beginnings in 2008, the GIC grew to become one of the most significant events in Europe’s gaming landscape. For more Information, please visit https://gic.gd/.

The Game Industry Conference 2024 will take place in Poznan, Poland from October 24th to 27th. Tickets are available at https://gic.gd/tickets/.

About Poznan Game Arena (PGA)

Poznań Game Arena is the largest gaming and multimedia entertainment fair in Poland and this part of Europe, organized for both the industry representatives and individual visitors. PGA already has a more than 10-year history that we have built together with over 370,000 Polish and foreign fans of gaming equipment, production and multimedia. More information: https://gamearena.pl/en.

Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021, a game that allows you to make a career as a motorcycle mechanic, debuts on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. The title is distinguished by a good dose of realism and extensive mechanics-related options. The simulator’s release date is set for June 5 this year. Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 has already been released on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S.

The simulator, created by Polish studio Play2Chill S.A., has previously already appeared on PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S. On the Steam platform, the game currently has 73 percent positive reviews (out of about 1,100 player reviews). The publisher of the game on PlayStation 4 is Ultimate Games S.A. Thanks to backward compatibility, the title also works on PlayStation 5.

Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 is a game that allows you to become a motorcycle mechanic who starts his career with a small garage, but with the prospect of creating a large business. The gameplay is based mainly on the execution of varied orders concerning, among other things, the repair, overhaul and construction of motorcycles.

Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 | PlayStation Trailer:

The simulator’s developers focused on realism, preparing extensive options related to motorcycle mechanics. Importantly, each of the types of motorcycles available in the game consists of about 400 different parts.

In Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021, the progress system is based on experience points earned during the execution of orders and the funds obtained, which can be spent on the development of the workshop. The simulator also offers, among other things, options for testing motorcycles, personalizing equipment and the garage, as well as searching for unique parts.

Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 – main features:

• motorcycle mechanic career;
• realistic gameplay;
• diverse types of motorcycles;
• hundreds of motorcycle parts;
• equipment testing.

Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 (PlayStation Store): https://store.playstation.com/concept/10009807
Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 (Microsoft Store): https://www.xbox.com/games/store/motorcycle-mechanic-simulator-2021/9p4l4fvns098
Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 (Nintendo eShop): https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/motorcycle-mechanic-simulator-2021-switch
Motorcycle Mechanic Simulator 2021 (Steam): https://store.steampowered.com/app/1078760/Motorcycle_Mechanic_Simulator_2021

The simulator’s release date for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 is set for June 5, 2023.