And Cue the Music…

Sydney, Australia – 18 APRIL 2024: Dead Island 2’s second expansion story – SoLA – is out now on Xbox, PlayStation and on Epic Game Store and Steam from 23 April 2024.

A fantastic new trailer to accompany the launch can be found below:

Set in the heart of LA, SoLA takes players into the ultimate Californian music festival where a psychedelic beat unleashes chaos, urning the mosh pit into a rotting crater of gore and releasing a malevolent presence to haunt the player.

New DLC Content

New Story. A deadly virus sweeps through The Valley, turning its inhabitants into ravenous zombies as a chthonic rhythm calls from beyond: The Beat of the Autophage. Lured to the festival by an enigmatic warning message, players must explore SoLA’s ruins and put a stop to this otherworldly menace.

New Location. A visceral, gore-drenched music festival in LA echoing to the sound of The Beat which threatens to turn the living into zombies, and with the potential to be heard across the world.

New Enemies. Including the Whipper,  a new apex variant enemy, driven mad with self-loathing by the Autophage. Their compulsion to self-mutilate has turned them into a horrific nightmare of disembowelled intestines, allowing them to lash out at range. And the Clotter, an unsettling apex variant, zombie, that can decompose into a revolting pile of gore, making it immune from damage in that form, and then reform elsewhere to continue the fight. Capable of firing a powerful jet of putrid blood from its heart.

New Legendary Weapons such as the Ripper – a deadly fusion of a baseball bat and circular saw, turning it into a percussive machine of dismemberment- and the Sawblade Launcher, a heavy weapon firing rotary sawblades; the perfect weapon for ranged decapitation and dismemberment.

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ABOUT DEEP SILVER

Deep Silver is PLAION’s flagship publishing label, and the home of captivating gaming worlds from the gripping post-apocalypse of Metro, to the twisted paradises of Dead Island to the authentic Medieval landscapes of Kingdom Come Deliverance. For more information, please visit www.deepsilver.com

ABOUT DAMBUSTER STUDIOS

Dambuster Studios is a AAA game developer of almost 200 designers, artists, animators and software engineers with a heritage spanning 25 years.  For more information please visit www.DSDambuster.com

About PLAION 

PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, sixteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe.  Founded nearly three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences.  PLAION is an Embracer Group company. 

The multi-million selling Reigns series goes sci-fi as Reigns Beyond makes its cosmic debut on PC and Switch

Reigns Beyond is breaking free from its Apple Arcade orbit and blasting off to the distant galaxies of PC and Switch TODAY!

Developed by Nerial and published by Devolver Digital, this sci-fi spin on the multi-million selling Reigns series takes its trademark card-swiping narrative gameplay to cosmic new heights.

Steam store page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1663400/Reigns_Beyond/

Nintendo eShop store page: https://www.nintendo.com/en-gb/Games/Nintendo-Switch-download-software/Reigns-Beyond-2557117.html

Journey across the universe as an intergalactic band, playing shows, recruiting new members, and rocking the cosmos. But don’t forget to keep your crew in check and your ship running, otherwise you could be stranded, or worse, in the depths of space.

With over 1,700 decision cards to shape your narrative, a cast of memorable characters to interact with, and thrilling dogfights to engage in, Reigns Beyond boldly swipes where no Reigns has swept before.

You can play Reigns Beyond on PC and Nintendo Switch today.

Barcelona, Spain — April 17, 2024 — Bread & Fred, the co-op platformer developed by SandCastles Studio and published by Apogee Entertainment which has already sold more than 500,000 units, brings chaos and catchy tunes to Nintendo Switch on Thursday, May 23, 2024, as just announced during Nintendo’s Indie World Japan. 

Grab a joy-con and experience the breathtaking highs and frosty face-planting lows of Bread & Fred on the go, with even more adventure awaiting atop the icy peaks! Meet the newest member of the mountaintop crew, Pol the Polar Bear. Race Pol to the finish line in 10 all-new time trial challenges to unlock special rewards.

Bundle up for the tandem-trek of a lifetime as Bread and Fred, pint-sized penguin pals, embark on a journey to the top of the summit. Intrepid climbers land heart-pounding jumps, clear sprawling gaps, and maneuver slippery platforms, all while attached at the hip to a (hopefully) trusty partner. Communicate via in-game emojis to count down every jump. 

Find the perfect penguin partner and clear record-setting runs together in Speedrun Mode. Interested in a single-player solo climb? Swap out a penguin pal for Jeff the Rock to sling and jump-throw across the slippery slopes. 

Clamber to the jams across all genres, from smooth jazz to hip-hop, with the “Super Duper Ultra Redux” mixtape, featuring an hour of toe-tapping, wing-flapping tracks from legendary gaming composers like Grant Kirkhope (GoldenEye, Donkey Kong 64), Chipper Hammond (composer, Turbo Overkill), and Tim Stoney (Assassin’s Creed: Origins). Find the perfect song for every climb with the Jukebox inside Bread and Fred’s house, easily accessible via the pause menu.

“Bread & Fred was created as a collaborative experience, and the Nintendo Switch is a perfect complement for friends and family to play together at home and on the go,” said Scott Miller, CCO and Founder of Apogee Entertainment. “With the addition of the timed trials, there’s even more reason to gather friends to create memorable, binding moments.” 

Bread & Fred will launch with language support in English, Spanish (Spain), Catalan, French, Italian, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brasil), Chinese, Spanish (Latam), Polish and Turkish. The official soundtrack available for on all major music streaming services. To learn more about Bread & Fred and SandCastles Studio, visit the official website, follow Bread & Fred on Twitter/X, and keep up with Apogee Entertainment by following their Facebook, Twitter/X, Instagram, YouTube, and Discord.

About SandCastles Studio

SandCastles Studio was founded by three indie developer friends based out of Barcelona, Spain. With a deep love for multiplayer games of all types, SandCastles Studio’s goal is to innovate within the cooperative gaming genre and create brand-new experiences for everyone to enjoy.

For more information, please visit the official website.

About Apogee Entertainment

The “Apogee Model,” as described in the new book, Shareware Heroes (Aug. 2022 release), was the starting point for talented indie developers to bypass retail and sell their games using online distribution in 1990. Apogee founder Scott Miller created this new model and soon funded, mentored, and published many indie upstarts and released a legendary string of global success stories, like Commander Keen, Duke Nukem, Wolfenstein 3D, Rise of the Triad, Shadow Warrior, Max Payne and Prey, earning over a billion dollars commercially. Miller also created the 3D Realms label for Apogee, which was sold to Embracer Group in 2021.

The new Apogee Entertainment, with founder Scott Miller and longtime partner Terry Nagy at the helm, will empower today’s incredibly talented indie developers, paving the way for their global success with innovative ideas, cutting-edge marketing, and the same fearlessness that changed the industry. 

The enchanting game alchemizing store management sim, potion-crafting, deck-building, and romance is confirmed for autumn 2024

London, U.K. – April 17, 2024 – Marvelous Europe is excited to announce Potionomics: Masterwork Edition, an expanded port of Voracious Games’ award-winning magical shop sim, coming to the Nintendo Switch™ system, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S consoles in Autumn 2024. Building on the success of the 2022 PC release, with an 89% positive user review score on Steam, Potionomics: Masterwork Edition will bubble up on consoles with all the post-launch updates and improvements released to date, plus new voice acting, a fresh Endless gameplay mode, additional difficulty levels, and more.

The art of Potionomics begins with perfecting your potion-brewing craft and building your deck of haggling cards to help you make the most of each sale. In order to succeed in Rafta’s lively economy you’ll need to get to know the colourful residents who will help you collect new recipes, elite ingredients, and even all-new cards for your deck. Whether it’s your first day on the job or you’re a sorcerer’s salesman, the magic of capitalism has never been more alive than in Potionomics: Masterwork Edition.

● Wheel and Deal
Negotiations can be tense when every coin counts, but you’ll manage Sylvia’s stress with ease by playing your cards right. Develop friendships with adventurers and other shopkeepers on Rafta to learn even more advanced negotiation tactics.

● Recipe for Success
Choose the best ingredients to make even basic potions extraordinary, perfecting the taste and aroma to please your pickiest customers. But beware—if you aren’t careful, you’ll get some pretty gross results!

● Fantastic Friends and Foes
Rafta, home to some of the world’s most potent magic, is packed with big RPG personalities, each seeking a leg up in their adventures. Befriend and recruit them to help you level up your own potion game, but don’t expect everyone to be friendly… ● Your Shop, Your Rules
Make your shop really pop with customizable decor. Style points aren’t the only perk; decorating your shop just right can improve your prices, make better quality potions, and more!

The new content and features will also be made available to the PC version of Potionomics simultaneously with the release of the Masterwork Edition. More information about the updates coming to the PC version will be revealed at a later date.

About Potionomics: Masterwork Edition:

As Sylvia, a spunky and prideful protagonist, players will need to learn how to brew the best potions in Rafta and then market their wares to adventurers visiting their shop. Selling potions as a novice potion maker can be a daunting task, with negotiations playing out through a card-based system where players will seek to balance Sylvia’s stress levels while getting the most money they can for her wares. But worry not as many of these customers, including other shopkeepers, can be befriended for a range of benefits including learning advanced bargaining tactics. Depending on how Sylvia plays her cards, some of these customers may become more than just friends. No matter what, Sylvia will need to use all her knowledge and skills to make her shop THE number-one potion destination in Rafta!

Developed by Voracious Games and published by XSEED Games, Potionomics was released on Windows PC via Steam, on Oct. 17, 2022.

Potionomics: Masterwork Edition is in development for the PS5™, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch™ system and will release in Autumn 2024. This title has been rated PEGI 16, USK 0 and ACB PG. More information about Marvelous Europe can be found on the official website at http://www.marvelouseurope.com.

Tokyo, Japan – 18th April, 2024 – Sagres, the open world sailing simulation RPG, is out now worldwide on Nintendo Switch, as revealed in today’s Japan region Indie World presentation.

You can check out the brand new Switch launch trailer for Sagres below:.

In Sagres, players explore the Seven Seas circa the 1400s as the fresh-faced ship captain Fernando. You can customise your ship, battle against pirates and sea monsters, and assemble a crew to delve into the mysterious disappearance of the legendary explorer, Sir Antonio.

Sagres is the debut game from solo indie developer Ooze – based out of South Korea – and is published by Kakehashi Games as part of their mission to help indie developers in Asia reach global audiences.

You can grab the game on the eShop right here:

• Europe
• Americas
• Japan

About Kakehashi Games

Founded in Tokyo in 2013, Kakehashi Games is a boutique publishing team that strives to build bridges between East and West.  Over the last decade they have helped release over 300 of the most acclaimed indie titles in Japan, including Hollow Knight, Sea of Stars, Dead Cells, Eastward, and more.  As of 2023, Kakehashi Games has become a worldwide publisher as well, with a focus on bringing the best indie games from Asia to the rest of the world. Check our website for more information.

Secure Limited-Time Rewards by Pre-Registering Today

LOS ANGELES – April 17, 2024 – Netmarble, a leading developer and publisher of high-quality mobile games, announced the official launch date for its brand new mobile and PC action game, Solo Leveling: ARISE. The game will be available to download on Google Play, the App Store, and PC platforms on May 8, allowing players around the globe to embark on an epic journey with Sung Jinwoo.

Since the start of global pre-registration in March, over 12 million fans across the globe have pre-registered for the game in less than a month.

Pre-registration is still open to all players, especially fans of the action game genre. Players can secure a variety of limited-time rewards when the game officially debuts in early May, such as Legendary Artifact Sets, a Chic Black Suit Costume for Sung Jinwoo, two Mana Power Crystal for each attribute (10 total), and 100,000 of Gold.  All players who sign up will be given the opportunity to win Jinwoo’s cherished partner/hunter as well, Yoo Jinho, as a pre-registration reward.

Solo Leveling: ARISE is an action game adaptation of Solo Leveling, based on the hit Webtoon. Taking on the role of Jinwoo, players can experience his level-ups and progress through the beloved webtoon tale firsthand, taking on dynamic battles and creating their own combat styles, relying on various combinations of skills and weapons. Not only can players team up with hunters from the Webtoon, they can summon their own “Army of Shadows” just like Jinwoo did when he first uttered the famous line “Arise!” in the Webtoon.

Please visit the official website, X, Facebook, Instagram, Discord, and official YouTube channel to stay up-to-date with the latest information about Solo Leveling: ARISE.

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 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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Pre-Orders and Playable Demo Available Today on Nintendo Switch

LONDON (April 17, 2024) – All paws on deck. In today’s Nintendo Indie World Showcase, The Gentlebros and Kepler Interactive announced that Cat Quest III, the swashbuckling 2.5D open-world action RPG, will launch on Nintendo Switch™ on Aug. 8, 2024. Cat Quest III will also release on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC (via Steam) on the same day; a date also known by feline aficionados around the world as International Cat Day. 

Nintendo eShop page: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/cat-quest-iii-switch/

The vast open seas of the Purribean are both bountiful and dangerous for any would-be pirates. Explore unique picturesque islands and meet a bevy of meow-sterious characters as you set sail in pursuit of the legendary North Star. Pounce on the opportunity to explore dark caverns and mysterious dungeons as you search for clues or sail on your own purr-fect ship complete with full sails and explosive cannons with a bounty of different ammunition types. Don’t panic when you encounter a horde of nasty Pi-rats, me hearties – play with another buccaneer in local co-op and turn the tables on these would-be plunderers intent on taking your booty for their own. 

Curious cats can test their sea legs and download the Cat Quest III playable demo now on Nintendo Switch. Featuring the game’s opening areas, take your first steps onto tropical islands and meet some of the cast of colorful characters that await you in the full game. Pass a Joy-Con Controller to a friend and enjoy seamless local co-op and begin your epic adventure together.  

The purr-fectly paw-some swashbuckling adventure Cat Quest III launches on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC (via Steam) on Aug. 8, 2024.

For more information, visit https://thegentlebros.com/catquest3/  

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About The Gentlebros:  

The Gentlebros is an award-winning studio Singapore-based studio and creators of the million-selling Cat Quest series across PC, consoles and mobile. Made up of game industry veterans, The Gentlebros aim to create worlds for people to have fun in. The next installment in the Cat Quest series, Cat Quest III, is set to launch on PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|S and PC (via STEAM) in 2024. 

About Kepler Interactive: 

Kepler Interactive – led by the founders of Kowloon Nights – is a developer and publisher that operates on a co-ownership model. Its studios are given strategic leadership roles, all while continuing to develop their games their way, with no creative limitations. Kepler’s partner studios are as varied as they are talented, including A44 Games in New Zealand, Alpha Channel and Timberline in North America, Awaceb, Ebb Software, and Sloclap in Europe, and Shapefarm in Asia. Kepler Interactive itself is headquartered in London. 

Team up in co-op or go it alone to defend mankind in this thrilling blend of action RPG, PvE hero shooter and base defense coming to PC, Xbox X|S and Playstation 5 later this year. 

[Porto Alegre, Brazil, April 17th 2024]:  Prepare to release your inner hero, Wardens Rising, the unique blend of action RPG, hero shooter, and base defense gameplay is coming soon to PC and consoles later this year. Developed by Big Moxi Games, Wardens Rising offers an exhilarating experience for players seeking thrilling action and strategic depth – whether going it solo or teaming-up with friends in co-op mode. The game is available to wishlist on Steam now.

Thrilling Heroism Meets Strategic Defense 

In Wardens Rising, you become the last line of defense against a relentless interdimensional threat. Your mission is to protect vital energy cores from massive invasions and defeat their bosses, not only to save humanity but attain ever-lasting glory [or at least until the next invasion starts.]  

Before each invasion, you’ll strategically build and manage defenses, placing towers, traps, portals and more to outsmart the enemy hordes, seamlessly blending fast-paced hero shooter action with base defense strategy.

As you embark on this epic journey, you’ll level up your Warden, mastering unique abilities and unlocking new defensive tech and gear. Between each battle you’ll customize your loadout with tactical items and even a trusted companion. [because, even on the brink of extinction, everyone needs a friend.]  

Defend humanity solo or assemble a team of friends! Embark on the challenging campaign mode, protecting 24 cores and facing off against four mighty bosses to test your mettle. 

Rise up and become an elite defender in mission mode, protecting 12 unique maps with up to four players. Teamwork is crucial as you overcome new challenges with each onslaught on interdimensional fiends. Will you stand united in the face of this new threat to mankind? 

Key Features: 

• Unleash your inner Warden: Choose from five unique heroes, each with distinct abilities and playstyles. Master their skills and become the ultimate legend. 
• Become a master strategist: Build and optimize your defenses, choosing from towers, traps, walls and more, before each invasion.Carefully manage resources, tech upgrades and positioning to create an impenetrable defense.

• Customize to seize victory: Unlock, upgrade and customize your gear showcasing your unique style. Choose from six SPEC companions and a vast array of tactical items, each offering unique buffs and support and experiment with different builds and defenses – no one size fits all! 
• Infinite Fun: Blast your way through 24 maps and take on four bosses in the story campaign or delve into endlessly replayable co-op missions across 12 maps with random invasions for hours of thrilling and strategic fun. 

Wardens Rising combines action RPG, base defense with hero shooter gameplay for an exhilarating top-down twin stick gaming experience. 

Humanity is counting on you – are you ready? 

Wardens Rising will be released on PC and consoles in late 2024.  

About Big Moxi Games 

Founded by Damon Alberts and Eduardo Gottschald in 2019, Big Moxi is a Brazilian-American game development studio focused on creating unforgettable experiences for the global action game market while growing and empowering game development talent in the LATAM region. Located in Porto Alegre, Brazil with offices in Chile and New York, Big Moxi partners global publishers and IP holders to provide world-class AAA game co-development services in addition to focusing on their own games. Their debut title Wardens Rising is a unique blend of action RPG, base defense and hero shooter for 1 to 4 players and will be released in 2024.

“Russian roulette with shotguns” will come to more players later this year with console releases and multiplayer

NICOSIA, Cyprus – April 17, 2024 – CRITICAL REFLEX and developer Mike Klubnika are proud to share that Buckshot Roulette, the horror-themed twist on Russian roulette with a Metacritic score of 86, has crossed 1 million units sold in just over a week from its Steam launch. To celebrate, the team has released an all-new trailer for this milestone!

Buckshot Roulette’s expanded Steam release brought with it additional languages, new items, gamepad support and Steam achievements. In the coming months, Steam trading cards, community items and more will be added to the game. The team also plans to release Buckshot Roulette on consoles and introduce the highly anticipated multiplayer game mode.

Buckshot Roulette is available now on Steam for $2.99|£2.49|€2.99. For more information, follow CR Channel on Twitter, and join the CR Channel Discord community for the latest news, engaging discussions and more.

About Buckshot Roulette

Two enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck.

Buckshot Roulette is Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Dive into a gritty underworld nightclub. Face off against The Dealer. Brace yourself as you pull the trigger. Load the chamber, press your luck, double down. There’s no prize for second place.

About Mike Klubnika

Mike Klubnika is an independent game developer based in Estonia. With a knack for sci-fi horror, Mike has spent the majority of their free time developing horror games that take place in alternate dystopias, attempting to immerse the player in handcrafted industrial environments through detailed mechanics and visual storytelling. Drawing inspiration from artists such as Boards Of Canada and Aphex Twin, Mike has also composed grungy backdrops that are featured in several of their games.

About CRITICAL REFLEX

CRITICAL REFLEX is an indie game publishing label on a mission: find kick-ass games, make sure they’re at their best upon release, and put them in front of as many gaming fans as possible. Members of our team have worked with a lot of successful indie projects, launched a dozen crowdfunding companies, and now we’ve come together to publish games that we love! www.criticalreflex.com

About CR Channel

CR Channel is the Critical Reflex publishing label focusing exclusively on indie horror. Join the Discord here: https://discord.gg/FrzN8srBfy

Act Normal Games’ isometric point-and-click adventure is available to play now via Steam, GOG and Green Man Gaming

Finland, UK – 17 April 2024 – After nearly eight years in development, Finland-based Act Normal Games announces today that Rauniot, a thought-provoking single-player isometric point-and-click adventure, is now available to play on the Steam PC, GOG and Green Man Gaming (GMG) platforms.

Rauniot is a riveting, isometric post-apocalyptic point and click adventure game full of intriguing puzzles with classical gameplay elements. The story takes place in the stunning scenery of Northern Finland.

WATCH THE LAUNCH GAMEPLAY TRAILER NOW

The year is 1975 and a devastating natural disaster has pushed civilization over the edge. Riots, massive conflicts and wars have decimated the planet.

Some continents have been drowned by seas; heavy pollution has spread as a result of collapsed nuclear power plants and subsequent explosion. Hardly anyone has survived. The survivors are scratching a living.

Artist/Game Designer/Game Developer, Heikki Pulkkinen, said: “Rauniot is my first game as a solo developer, and it’s crafted with passion and care. I am really excited and proud to be able to release the game finally.”

Children are born mutated or dead, often taking their mothers with them; fathers walk alone in bitterness and sorrow – some even driven to cannibalism as food resources slowly run out. In this sad new world nature and humanity are struggling to survive and find balance.

Still, some individuals have managed to trust one another just enough to establish groups that provide protection, food, clean water, medicine, electricity and crucial knowledge.

You play as the main protagonist, Aino – one of the lucky few to be part of a group. But this unforgiving new world won’t be easy to navigate. The only thing preventing you from total isolation during these dangerous journeys are guile and determination. Have you got what it takes to master everything Rauniot throws at you?

Key Features

• Over 70 beautifully detailed scenes
•  Seamless and intuitive control system
• Many classic puzzles that vary in difficulty
• Some puzzles can be solved in different ways and in different order
• Unique Finnish melancholic atmosphere
• Informative notebook to keep track of the adventure
• Authentic Finnish voiceovers

     For more news and information about Act Normal Games and Rauniot, visit: 

Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1168490/Rauniot/
GOG: https://www.gog.com/en/game/rauniot
GMG: https://www.greenmangaming.com/search?query=RAuniot
Website: https://actnormalgames.com/

About Act Normal Games

Act Normal Games is an independent developer and publisher of video games founded in April 2016 by Heikki Pulkkinen and based in Jyväskylä, Finland.