PARIS – May 23, 2024 – Focus Entertainment and Auroch Digital are thrilled to announce that Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, the bloody explosive retro FPS set in Games Workshop’s iconic universe, is getting new DLC next month! “Forges of Corruption” arrives June 18, 2024, on PlayStation, Xbox and PC. A Nintendo Switch release is planned at a later date. Check out the new reveal trailer and let your Bolter do the talking once again!

It’s time to get back to purging heretics!

Your favorite Ultramarine is back! Grab your holy chainsword and trusty Boltgun and prepare for another adrenaline-pumping shootout. The “Forges of Corruption” DLC takes Boltgun’s epic bloodfest to another level.

Explore new environments and stop Chaos corruption before it engulfs the entire world of Graia! Exterminate new enemies, including the monstrous Helbrute, the heavy weapon-wielding Havoc, and the vicious lightning claws of the Terminator. Purge foes with new weapons – burn hordes of heretics with the scorching Multi-melta or blow them away with the Missile Launcher.

For new players, Boltgun’s upcoming Forges of Corruption Edition, featuring the full base game and new DLC, will be the perfect way to grab all the game’s content at a reduced price. Prepare for the glorious, gory purge on June 18!

Endless blasts of pixels: Horde mode coming soon, free on all platforms!

We’ve listened to your requests and are adding two highly requested free updates to the base game for all on June 18. Dive into the new Horde mode, with four difficulty levels and its own achievements! How long can you survive?

Players will also discover a navigation Guide to help direct the Emperor’s Chosen through levels, as well as numerous bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements!

Chat with Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun devs Auroch Digital

Auroch Digital, developers of Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun and huge Warhammer fans themselves, will host an exclusive Q&A event in their Discord. Players can chat to the devs about all things Warhammer 40,000, including Boltgun and the upcoming DLC!

Make sure to join at 6PM CEST/5PM BST/12PM EDT/9AM PDT on May 24 to take part: discord.gg/2yWagXw

Skulls Festival is on! Get great deals on Warhammer games!

Celebrate the Warhammer Skulls Festival on Steam and Xbox with up to 90% off Focus’ collection of Warhammer games. Huge discounts are available for Necromunda: Hired Gun, Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2, and many others. Get Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun at 35% off, and don’t miss the newly announced opening of pre-orders for Space Marine 2’s Ultra, Gold and Standard Editions!

Only in death does duty end!

Unleash your wrath in Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun, out now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch and PC. The “Forges of Corruption” DLC and Edition launch June 18 on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC!

Sign up as a Focus member to get exclusive news and upcoming special offers for Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun and the whole Focus catalog.

Pre-Register Today and Receive Exclusive Rewards

LOS ANGELES– May 23, 2024 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, announced that global pre-registration is now open for its brand-new idle RPG, The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventure. Ahead of the game’s release, players can visit the official website, Google Play, or App Store to pre-register and receive exclusive rewards. Pre-registration is also available via the in-game pop-up window on The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross.

The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventure is based on the global hit manga and anime that welcomes players to an idle RPG world overflowing with epic adventures and fan-favorite characters from the franchise. Inspired by The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross, the mobile RPG enjoyed by 60 million players around the globe, The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventure offers an enjoyable gameplay experience featuring a variety of content, an easy-to-play One-Tap Draw system, as well the opportunity to collect and nurture beloved characters.

Players who pre-register will receive valuable in-game rewards that will aid them when they begin their idle journey. The rewards include Hero Summon Tickets (x2,500), Diamonds (x5,000), and Legendary Hero Summon Tickets and Launch Special Festival Summon Tickets providing a chance to obtain four Legendary heroes, including Diane.

Additionally, pre-registering on the official website or through the in-game pop-up for The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross will provide a total of 60 Diamonds that can be used in The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross.

For more information on The Seven Deadly Sins: IDLE Adventure, please be sure to stay tuned to the official website for future updates.

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About Netmarble Corporation

Established in Korea in 2000, Netmarble Corporation is a leading developer and publisher of top-grossing mobile games worldwide. Through powerful franchises and collaborations with acclaimed IP holders, Netmarble strives to elevate the gaming experience and entertain audiences globally. As a parent company of Kabam and SpinX Games, and a major shareholder of Jam City and HYBE (formerly Big Hit Entertainment), Netmarble’s diverse portfolio includes Solo Leveling: ARISE, Seven Knights Idle Adventure, Tower of God: New World, Lineage 2: Revolution, MARVEL Future Fight, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds and The Seven Deadly Sins: Grand Cross. More information can be found at http://company.netmarble.com/.

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Digital pre-orders are now open for PC, PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series X|S

PARIS – May 23, 2024 – Today Focus Entertainment and Saber Interactive premiered a new trailer for the highly anticipated third-person action game Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, revealing a whole new PvE experience and the return of the beloved PvP mode from the first game. Unveiled during the Warhammer Skulls Festival live stream, this trailer also marks the opening of digital pre-orders on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and the Epic Games Store ahead of the game’s release on September 9, in addition to already-available retail pre-orders.

A brand-new three-player co-op mode and the return of PvP

Old and new fans alike are in for a multiplayer treat! In addition to bringing back Space Marine’s iconic battle against the Chaos Space Marines in three 6v6 PvP modes (Annihilation, Seize Ground, and Capture & Control), Space Marine 2 features an all-new co-op mode, letting you slay xenos with up to two friends in three-player “Operations Mode.” Each PvE and PvP mode lets players choose between six available classes, ranging from the unflinching Bulwark and his Combat Shield, to the stealthy Sniper with his Camo Cloak.

Players will also be able to customize their Space Marines, from helm to greaves, with a wide selection of colors, heraldry decals, pauldrons, gauntlets, and more! While new content like missions, enemies, and weapons will be available to all players through regular free updates, the Season Pass will grant even more cosmetics.

Pre-order four editions today via digital or retail

Pre-orders are now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam, and the Epic Games Store, as well as at participating retail stores. In addition to the Collector’s Edition exclusive to the Focus Store, three editions are now available for pre-order: Standard, Gold and Ultra Edition. 

Pre-order the Collector’s Edition, exclusive to the Focus Store, to receive:

• The base game on the platform of your choice (PS5 and Xbox Series X versions to be delivered as physical copies. PC version to be delivered as a Steam code.)
• The “Macragge’s Chosen” DLC
• The Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Season Pass
• Exclusive access to the full game four days before release*
• The Ultramarines Champion Pack, with two unique cosmetics for your Heavy Bolter and Power Armour
• An exclusive Collector’s Box with unique artwork
• Lieutenant Titus: an 8.25 x 6.7″ resin statue, finely painted and detailed
• The Collector’s Edition SteelBook®
• The Art and Making of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, a 172-page deep dive showcasing the work that went into making the game

Don’t miss this Focus Entertainment Store exclusive while stocks last.

Pre-order the Ultra Edition (digital only) to receive:

• The base game
• The “Macragge’s Chosen” DLC
• The Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Season Pass
• Exclusive access to the full game four days before release*
• The Ultramarines Champion Pack, with two unique cosmetics for your Heavy Bolter and Power Armour

Pre-order the Gold Edition to receive:

• The base game
• The “Macragge’s Chosen” DLC
• The Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 Season Pass
• Exclusive access to the full game four days before release*
• Official SteelBook® (only at participating retail stores)

Pre-order the Standard Edition to receive:

• The base game
• The “Macragge’s Chosen” DLC, with three unique cosmetics for your Bolt Rifle, Chainsword and Power Armour

*Early unlock up to four days before the release date, depending on the pre-order subscription date. Platforms and date availability are subject to change. See website for more details. Playtime is subject to possible outages and time zone differences. An internet connection is required.

Get the best deals on Warhammer games

Celebrate the Warhammer Skulls Festival on Steam and Xbox with up to 90% off Focus’ collection of Warhammer games. Great discounts are available for Necromunda: Hired Gun, Battlefleet Gothic: Armada 2, and many others. Get Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun at 35% off in preparation for its newly announced DLC, releasing on June 18, alongside the game’s new “Forges of Corruption” Edition.

Heed the call of battle when Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 launches Sept. 9, 2024, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-order the Standard, Gold, Ultra, or Collector’s Edition now! Sign up as a Focus member to get exclusive news and upcoming special offers for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 and the whole Focus catalog.

Take control of the deathless Necron legions or the techno-religious acolytes of the Omnissiah, with the fate of a world in your hands. Coming to Windows PC, PlayStation®5 & Xbox Series X|S.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Leicester, UK – 23rd MAY 2024

Kasedo Games & Bulwark Studios today announced Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II, the sequel to the critically acclaimed turn-based tactical game, is coming to Windows PC, PlayStation®5 & Xbox Series X|S.

The highly anticipated announcement headlined this year’s Warhammer Skulls Showcase, with Games Workshop’s annual festival for licensed video games culminating in the world premiere of the reveal trailer for the awaited sequel.

After millennia of slumber, Vargard Nefershah mobilises her dynasty’s legions to annihilate the Adeptus Mechanicus interlopers who unknowingly settled upon her world. Across the galaxy, Magos Dominus Faustinius is summoned to bring his hard-won expertise to bear and ensure the Necrons do not succeed. The conflict soon becomes a crucible of unanticipated significance, drawing to it external actors stranger and more deadly still. 

In an exciting addition for the sequel, players will not just be battling as the Adeptus Mechanicus against the awakening of a Necron tomb world, but will also be able to fight as the Necrons for the resurgence of their dynasty , with both sides now fully playable over multiple campaigns.

Strategic gameplay is again at the forefront of the action, with players able to manage their territories’ garrisons and assemble forces for each mission, choosing from a vastly expanded selection of fighters from each faction’s range. New environmental mechanics will also require players to maneuver their forces like never before and play to their chosen faction’s strengths and weaknesses – take cover behind terrain as the Mechanicus, or destroy it as the Necrons.

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II is once again expertly bringing the setting to life with awe-inspiring music and audio design by critically acclaimed composer Guillaume David and the gripping continuation of the Mechanicus saga by veteran author Ben Counter, best known for his Black Library novels. The epic conflict, skillfully woven over multiple campaigns, is replete with narrative events, with the player choices shaping not just the course of the war, but its climactic outcome.

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II is coming to Windows PC, PlayStation®5 & Xbox Series X|S.

For more information visit Mechanicus40k.com.

ABOUT KASEDO GAMES

Kasedo Games work closely together with enthusiastic & talented indie developers from around the world to publish ‘Triple I’ titles that players will love.

Through our vast knowledge of producing, PR, marketing and distribution, we always strive for quality games made by quality indie teams and we understand that every game and every studio has different requirements. The support, creative freedom and platform we provide means we can make great games happen without forgetting their roots.

Titles under the Kasedo label include: ‘IXION’, ‘City of Gangsters’, Recipe for Disaster’, ‘Filament’, ‘Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus’, ‘Rise of Industry’, ‘Project Highrise’ and ‘Crowntakers’.

ABOUT GAMES WORKSHOP

Games Workshop® Group PLC (LSE:GAW.L), based in Nottingham, UK, produces the best fantasy miniatures in the world. Games Workshop designs, manufactures, retails, and distributes its range of Warhammer®: Age of Sigmar® and Warhammer® 40,000® games, miniatures, novels, and model kits through more than 540 of its own stores (branded Games Workshop® or Warhammer®), the www.games-workshop.com web store and independent retail channels in more than 50 countries worldwide.

Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus II © Copyright Games Workshop Limited 2024. Mechanicus II, the Mechanicus II logo, GW, Games Workshop, Space Marine, 40K, Warhammer, Warhammer 40,000, 40,000, the ‘Aquila’ Double-headed Eagle logo, and all associated logos, illustrations, images, names, creatures, races, vehicles, locations, weapons, characters, and the distinctive likeness thereof, are either ® or TM, and/or © Games Workshop Limited, variably registered around the world, and used under licence. All rights reserved to their respective owners.

As the highly anticipated new video game Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed gears up to launch later this year, global video games publisher Outright Games is excited to reveal full details of the incoming Deluxe and Collector’s Editions, specifically for release on Nintendo Switch™ and PlayStation 5®.

With the game taking place following the events of the box office hit film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, the upcoming action-packed 3D Brawler/Platformer will serve up more mutant chaos for fans to enjoy, with the Deluxe and Collector’s Editions both loaded with exclusive TMNT-themed collectibles. 

Paying homage to the iconic heroes in a half shell, fans will be able to get their hands on a radical artbook and an assortment of pin badges in both variants, with the Deluxe Edition also including 4 themed keychains and a unique Steelbook cover. The Collector’s Edition arrives jam-packed with access to the season pass for more post-launch awesome content as well as exclusive collectibles, including an iconic pizza van statue, gnarly LED pizza sign and more, all inside an incredible Collector’s Box!

Full details on contents and prices below:

• Deluxe Edition – £54.99 / €59.99/ $59.99
  • Includes:
    • Exclusive Steelbook
    • 4 Pin Badges
    • 4 Keychains
    • Artbook
• Collector’s Edition – £219.99 / €249.99/ $199.99
  • Includes:
    • Season Pass
    • Pizza Van Statue
    • LED Sign
    • 5 Pin Badges
    • 4 Patches
    • Mouse Mat
    • Notebook
    • Pen
    • Artbook
    • Poster
    • Stickers
    • Collectors Box

Get ready to wreak havoc in New York City, playing as the brothers in solo or 2 player co-op mode. Unleash their unique ninja skills to restore the peace and prevent the newly formed human-mutant relationship from going down the drain. 

Exclusive to Nintendo Switch™ and PlayStation 5®, the Deluxe Edition and Collector’s Edition are available to pre-order in multiple countries now while stocks last. Check with local retailers for more information.

Wishlist Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed now or pre-order on PlayStation 4®, PlayStation 5®, Nintendo Switch™, Xbox One, Xbox X|S, Windows and Steam. 

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Developers from Frozen Way, a game development studio based in Cracow, Poland, are pleased to share some updates regarding Honeycomb: The World Beyond – their upcoming sci-fi survival-sandbox game set on an exuberant planet of Sota7.

May 23rd, Cracow, Poland. The creators of Honeycomb: The World Beyond have released the first story trailer for the game! With the game’s launch date fast approaching, the developers have decided to showcase some details of its narrative. This video material features events from the life of the playable protagonist, as well as an outline of the mission she participates in. The materials that have been published up until now have depicted an alien planet captivating with its fauna and flora – now, players have the opportunity to learn why the game’s action is set on this otherworldly planet, not on Earth. What’s more, the story trailer also includes glimpses of gameplay elements.

Add the game to your wishlist on Steam (https://store.steampowered.com/app/1510440/Honeycomb/) or PlayStation Store (https://store.playstation.com/pl-pl/concept/10009286). 

The developers have another important piece of information to share. They are delighted to announce that a demo version of Honeycomb: The World Beyond will be available to all interested players during the upcoming Steam Next Fest edition, from June 10-17! The creators of the game are eager to get the game into the hands of numerous players again. They are looking forward to receiving their feedback to make the game the best it can be. Every opinion and comment will be extremely valuable and helpful in making the game better. Mark your calendars and get ready to discover a world beyond your imagination.

Additionally, from May 27th to June 3rd, Honeycomb: The World Beyond will participate in the Open World Survival Crafting Fest on Steam. During this time, on the stream available on the game’s Steam page, developers will discuss the survival-related aspects presented in their game. Don’t miss the chance to learn about the dangers and challenges players will face on planet Sota7.

About Honeycomb: The World Beyond

Have you ever wondered what it would feel like to find yourself on an uninhabited, mysterious planet as a pioneer? Carry the weight of a mission that could save the world on your shoulders. Or perhaps you’ve always been fascinated by bioengineering and where its development might take mankind in the future. Honeycomb: The World Beyond sets out to offer its players a unique opportunity to experience all of that and more! Prepare for a journey of scientific exploration and survival on a planet that can be incredibly friendly, awe-inspiring, and slightly hostile.

Explore the world of Sota7 and uncover its secrets. Prepare yourself to be moved by its diversity. From calm forests and vibrant jungles to vast fields spreading at the foot of a mysterious volcano, prepare for a trek that will leave a lasting impression. Carve out a home for yourself and use that safe space to further your research. Play your part in saving the Earth’s ecosystem thanks to innovative bioengineering mechanics and see the vibrant world of an alien planet with your own eyes. 

Bioengineering – meet fascinating life forms and create new ones 

Gathering information about an ecosystem is a crucial part of a bioengineer’s work. You need to treat the life forms of Sota7 with caution and respect – after all, they’re all a part of a larger whole. Extract samples and procure resources carefully to find familiar patterns and understand this world. This will help you to create new fascinating life forms that will be able to easily fit in with those that inhabit it already – and who knows, maybe one of these species holds the key to solving the problems that plague the ecosystem back on Earth? Use innovative in-game mechanics such as allogamy and grafting to create hybrids that could change the world. Unleash your inner scientist and become a master of the art of crossbreeding.

Base building – expand your base of operations 

A true explorer needs a haven to rest and contemplate if they want to succeed. One of the player’s many important tasks in Honeycomb: The World Beyond is to plan and build your perfect modular base – not only for shelter but also a place of experiments, reporting progress, and rest. Discover our artists’ vision of the future, inspired by natural shapes found in Art Nouveau. The modular design of the base isn’t just a visual feature, but also a strategic advantage that allows you to adapt to your changing needs as an explorer and a scientist. Add an extra room or a corridor whenever you want, matching the direction of the expansion to the surrounding area. 

Nestled within your base lies a sanctuary of profound significance: the laboratory. Here you can grow as a scientist and bioengineer. Gather resources and create varied laboratory devices to experiment with samples collected during the exploration of the world. The laboratory is not just a place for discovering new life forms – it’s also a space where you grow and nurture plants. Cultivate them to make previously empty rooms alive with fresh greenery, and yield a satisfying harvest – a reward that springs from your commitment, which increases your chances of survival. 

Honeycomb: The World Beyond comes with an exciting set of features:

• Explore the unknown – each corner of Sota7 offers diverse biomes with different plants and animals for you to discover. Explorer, let curiosity guide your steps! Encounter the kaleidoscope of life forms, learn about them, and apply that knowledge to further research.
• Awaken your inner bioengineer – in Honeycomb: The World Beyond you are both observer and creator. Find and experiment with new fauna and flora species to unlock their potential.
• Witness the synergy of nature and science  – crossbreed various plants or animals using bioengineering mechanics such as grafting and allogamy.
• Build your perfect base –  to survive and conduct experiments, you need to build your base first. Gather materials and set up your sanctuary – an oasis in a foreign world.  If you’re not a keen builder, utilize the planning mode, which will do the job for you!
• Arrange the laboratory – the heart of your base is a lab, where you can experiment with collected samples.
• Find the hidden riches – remember that Sota7 is a unique yet challenging place. You should always be on the lookout for better resources.
• Survive at any cost – face the upcoming challenges with courage and try to survive in the unfamiliar world of Sota7.

About Frozen Way 

Frozen Way is a game development studio and publisher from Cracow, Poland. You may know them from co-creating House Flipper with its Pets DLC and Farm DLC, as well as creating and releasing House Flipper VR, co-releasing Builder Simulator and Hairdresser Simulator on Steam, and co-developing Chornobyl Liquidators. Currently, they are developing Honeycomb: The World Beyond and House Flipper – Dine Out DLC, while also releasing Campus Life, focusing on the PC market and next-generation consoles. They are a group of friendly people with a passion for video games. Gamedev is their lifestyle and philosophy, so there’s nothing better than seeing their creations bring a lot of joy to the community. In the end, we’re all nerds, aren’t we? https://frozenway.games/

Explore New Worlds with the Brilliant Retail Edition and iam8bit Collector’s Edition at cocoon.iam8bit.com 

LOS ANGELES – May 23, 2024. iam8bit, together with developer Geometric Interactive and publisher Annapurna Interactive, have revealed stunning physical editions and vinyl of the acclaimed title COCOON will be coming soon to multiple platforms. Fans of the game may choose the retail edition, available on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch for $29.99, €29.99, £24.99, or opt for the otherworldly iam8bit Collector’s Edition, available for PlayStation 5 and Switch for $74.99. Fans can also get their cerci on the COCOON vinyl, available for $32.99.

A trailer showcasing the new physical editions is available below:

All COCOON products can be purchased from cocoon.iam8bit.com. The retail edition will be available via European retail stores. 

The retail edition features the game alongside five beautiful orb art cards and will be available on European retail store shelves on September 13. More indulgent puzzle-players may obtain the iam8bit Collector’s Edition, which includes a 3” laser-etched crystal orb light with an activator pedestal, an 11” x 17” double-sided poster, five orb art cards and an exclusive cover with original art by Erwin Kho, all for $74.99. This version is exclusive to iam8bit.com and will begin shipping in Q4 2024. 

Also not to be missed is the sleek 1xLP Vinyl, available for $32.99. Pressed on Classic Black vinyl, and housed in a foil-embellished jacket, this Vinyl features an arranged musical experience by composer Jakob Schmid, painting a complete portrait of COCOON’s music. Featuring all-original album art by Erwin Kho, the vinyl will begin shipping in Q4 2024.

Recommended by 98% of critics on OpenCritic, COCOON was named Eurogamer’s Game of the Year in 2023. The title has also consistently been lauded since its release, winning the Best Debut Indie Game at the Game Awards and the Outstanding Achievement for an Independent Game Award at the 27th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards. Additionally, COCOON was given an honorable mention for Best Audio and Best Technology at the 24th Game Developers Choice Awards. Offering a unique take on the puzzle adventure genre, each of COCOON’s many worlds exists within an orb that players can carry on their backs. Players are invited to interact with alien environments and biochemical devices left behind by an ancient civilization, facing the mighty guardians of each world in fierce battles and leaping between worlds to solve intricate puzzles. 

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About iam8bit

iam8bit is a creative production emporium that’s been boldly redefining the entertainment industry since 2005. Its collaborative works have taken a variety of forms, including groundbreaking community events, immersive art experiences, and exclusive collectibles, all designed to bring surprise and delight to people’s lives. iam8bit played a crucial role in the vinyl renaissance, minting its first record in 2010, and is the industry leader in premium physical editions of top-tier games. iam8bit evolved into financing and publishing games under its iam8bit Presents imprint, including the smash hit Escape Academy; NES mash note Garbage Pail Kids: Mad Mike and the Quest for Stale Gum; and the upcoming chill vibes simulator Simpler Times. The company is based in Los Angeles and co-owned/co-creatively directed by Jon M. Gibson and Amanda White.

About Annapurna Interactive

Annapurna Interactive, founded in 2016, works with game creators from around the world to develop and release personal experiences for everyone. Their award-winning portfolio includes Neon White, Stray, Outer Wilds, Storyteller, What Remains of Edith Finch, Sayonara Wild Hearts, Solar Ash, and A Memoir Blue, as well as upcoming titles Thirsty Suitors, Lorelei and the Laser Eyes, Open Roads, Forever Ago, Skin Deep, Flock, Bounty Star, Silent Hill: Townfall and more. 

About Geometric Interactive 

Geometric Interactive is an independent game development studio based in Copenhagen, Denmark. Geometric Interactive’s games are designed around unique gameplay ideas, with striking graphics and atmospheric sound created in service of the interactive experience. The studio was founded by former Playdead employees: Jeppe Carlsen, who was the lead gameplay designer on the internationally acclaimed award-winning titles Limbo and Inside, and programmer/composer Jakob Schmid, whose work on the music-based platformer 140 won the 2013 IGF Award for Excellence in Audio.

Brace for an immersive journey where time is your foe in a mutated and menacing world

Oberhaching, Germany, May 23rd, 2024 — Game Island, in partnership with Toplitz Productions are pleased to announce that their single-player immersive story-driven survival adventure game SERUM is now available for PC via Steam Early Access.

SERUM throws the player head-first into a dark and intriguing narrative driven by a unique game mechanic: a mysterious elixir (serum) is essential to survival, a lifeline to be injected regularly as a momentary respite from an infected world. Players will quickly discover how this vital liquid can prolong their existence, amplify their abilities, and enhance their hand-crafted arsenal of deadly weaponry as they uncover a government conspiracy. This is an adrenaline-fueled journey filled with intrigue, danger, and the relentless pursuit of survival under the pressure of time in a contaminated wilderness.

See the Early Access Gameplay Trailer here:

During its time in early access, developer Game Island will look to expand upon the features and resources available to players, and has also revealed Serum’s early access roadmap, which includes plans to bring an up to 4-player co-op mode later this year.

Initially, quality-of-life improvements, bug fixing and community feedback will continue, followed by the introduction of additional translations and  achievements. The roadmap also reveals new combat options with deadly  traps and a planned UI revamp, all of which will further enhance the player experience in the months ahead.

The roadmap also outlines a challenging new level in the form of a canyon biome with new mutated adversaries and more revelations about the mutagen that form the basis of the game’s main story and questline.

Underpinning SERUM’S dark narrative is the game’s unique crafting system. Players will need to explore the shattered world, hunting and setting traps for mutated creatures in order to harvest sources of Serum to create essential recipes, each granting distinct skills and abilities crucial for overcoming the diverse array of mutated enemies and hazards that lurk in the deadly environment. Against a ticking clock, they’ll need to procure that life-giving dose of serum and search for various clues in solving the human catastrophe, and information regarding the infection known as the Blight. Resource management, cunning tactics, and keen time management all come into play in the fight to survive.

SERUM is available today from 6pm CEST on PC Early Access on Steam priced $24.99 / €24.99 / £19.99, with a 20% launch discount for two weeks.

A Serum Ultimate Edition is also available to buy on Steam and includes a Serum story codex, Serum digital cocktail book and Serum official guide. The Serum Guide Edition includes the official guide and provides expert insights and strategies.

Further details on SERUM including its early access roadmap of planned content can be found on the games official Steam page, and through its regular diary on social media, revealing more about the world, crafting and macabre dangers that players will encounter.

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.

Stay up to date and learn everything worth knowing about Toplitz Productions by following the company on Twitter, Facebook, the official  website and Instagram.

About Game Island S.A

Game Island S.A. was established in July 2020 as a subsidiary of The Dust S.A. Game Island specializes in the production of games for Steam and console platforms. Serum is the first major title in the Game Island S.A. portfolio and is currently under development. The game will be published globally by Toplitz Productions.

Pre-order Campaign to Launch on Kickstarter.

CHICAGO, IL (May 14, 2024) — Premium graphic novel and games publisher Magnetic Press has announced the launch date for their pre-order campaign for the official tabletop Role-Playing Game based on 20th Century Studios’ world-renowned property, THE PLANET OF THE APES, along with details about campaign-exclusive offerings, to be hosted by popular platform Kickstarter.
Developed by a team of award-winning writers and game designers led by acclaimed writer/designer Andrew E.C. Gaska, this roleplaying game will include material inspired by the canon established in the original five-film series, with brand new lore and adventures added to the original, sprawling science fiction universe.

PLANET OF THE APES: THE ROLE-PLAYING GAME will be available for pre-order on Kickstarter soon with numerous pre-order incentives and exclusive items that will only be available through this event. Such exclusive offerings include additional gaming materials, new miniature gameplay piece sets, physical in-world artifacts to assist roleplay, and bonus gameplay enhancements that will not be available in retail.

This new tabletop RPG will consist of four primary components, starting with the hardcover CORE RULEBOOK, which features cover artwork by legendary artist Bill Sienkiewicz. This deluxe 300+ page volume contains all of the rules, statistics, and lore necessary to introduce new players to the world of Planet of the Apes while a separate sourcebook, THE ANSA FILES, will provide references and resources specific to the classic films and novels. Two limited-edition Slipcase Sets of the two hardcovers will be available exclusively through the campaign featuring unique textured casing in one of two collectible colors.

In addition to these hardcover books, the FORBIDDEN ZONE Campaign Adventure Box will contain an assortment of supplemental tools and content to help players explore this dangerous world. Contents will include a campaign adventure book, unique maps and player markers, a set of 12 thematic “Alpha and Omega” 6-sided dice, a 3-panel LAWGIVER Reference Screen with handy tables, and a deck of game statistics cards.

To further immerse players into this adventurous world, the campaign will showcase the RUINS OF TOMORROW Miniatures Set of plastic playing pieces that will only be available directly from Magnetic Press. These detailed game pieces capture the various character types, both ape and human, for strategic tabletop gameplay. Additional sets of plastic playing pieces will be revealed throughout the campaign as unlockable “stretch goals.” Such unlockable additions include the ANSA astronaut spaceship, a Statue of Liberty dice tower, and many other character types and locations featured in the original films. Unlike the two core rulebooks, these plastic gameplay expansions will not be available at retail.

Fans are encouraged to visit www.PlanetoftheApesRPG.com to pre-register for the upcoming campaign and to receive an exclusive linen cardstock art print of the cover by Bill Sienkiewicz added to their pre-order for free.

ABOUT THE CREATIVE TEAM

The project is being led by writer Andrew E.C. Gaska, recipient of multiple awards for his work as lead narrative designer on the popular ALIEN RPG and TERMINATOR RPG, as well as author of two official PLANET OF THE APES novels. The team of writers and designers on the project includes numerous authors well-versed in the property, including Dayton Ward (Star Trek), Rich Handley (Timeline and Encyclopedia of the Planet of the Apes), Greg Cox (War for the Planet of the Apes movie novelization), David Walker (both Boom! Studios and Marvel’s Planet of the Apes comics), David Avallone (Star Wars RPG), E.L. Thomas (Terminator RPG), Dave Semark (Alien RPG), and Jim Beard (Tales from the Forbidden Zone).

Game design is built on Magnetic’s D6MV System, a modern update of the classic D6 System of role-playing rules originally made popular by West End Games with the first official STAR WARS RPG, MEN IN BLACK RPG, and GHOSTBUSTERS RPG.

ABOUT PLANET OF THE APES

Set on a strange yet familiar planet dominated by intelligent apes, the PLANET OF THE APES RPG will introduce fans old and new to the dynamic action, politics, and warfare between apes, time-displaced astronauts, and the post-apocalyptic survivors of humanity. Beginning back in 1968 with the groundbreaking first film, the PLANET OF THE APES franchise has spanned nine films, a TV series, video games, comics, and books. Experience the new entry in the most recent feature film series, KINGDOM OF THE PLANET OF THE APES, in theaters! Get tickets now at http://www.fandango.com/PlanetoftheApes

“PLANET OF THE APES is, without question, one of the greatest science fiction franchises ever,” says Mike Kennedy, Magnetic Press’s founder and Publisher. “It is not only an exciting high concept, but it does what great sci-fi does best: holding a mirror up to society. The PLANET OF THE APES RPG will contain all of that political intrigue while also giving players a vast and dangerous world to explore full of brand-new mysteries and adventures to experience first-hand. Andrew E.C. Gaska has gathered an incredible team of brilliant artists and writers to expand upon this classic scenario, and we are thrilled to have creators involved who are passionate about the franchise. We have many plans for both human and ape, and this launch is just the beginning.”

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