Engaging sci-fi narrative game universe extends with the announcement of Sky of Tides: Atla TV show. 

Limassol, Cyprus – 22nd March 2024. Exciting indie publisher ESDigital Games has debuted a new gameplay trailer for the upcoming sci-fi narrative game Sky of Tides during the Future Games Show Spring Showcase. ESDigital Games has also announced that the game will be released later in 2024 for PC via Steam and EGS, PlayStation and Xbox consoles, and Nintendo Switch. Fans can download an action-packed PC demo from Steam and add the game to Wishlists. 

Developed by Lofty Sky Entertainment Inc, Sky of Tides is a story-driven sci-fi adventure with RPG elements set in a technologically advanced universe on the brink of war. Play as Rin, who must search for her missing father and heal the broken planet of Numen. Explore the world while your choices shape your character.

ESDigital and Lofty Sky Entertainment are also thrilled to announce that Sky of Tides: Atla, a new 5 part animated TV series is currently in production and will take fans on a thrilling journey, venturing deeper into the complex Sky of Tides universe. Atla is a teenager who grew up as an elite living in the Ames Nation on Numen 9. She was born into a power cult with her twin brother, but now she is forced to grapple with the responsibility of privilege and leadership. Will she pledge loyalty to the powerful Syndicate, or dare to break away from her handlers and assist the Sovereign Coalition in its resistance to world domination?

Sky of Tides: Atla will be released in 2024 and available on soon-to-be-announced streaming channels. More news on this exciting series will be released soon, but in the meantime, watch the teaser trailer for Sky of Tides: Atla at the end of the new gameplay trailer linked below. 

Watch the new Sky of Tides gameplay and TV series trailers here

About Sky of Tides

A calamity has fractured the world of Numen into nine floating planetoids. Diverse nations now hover isolated from each other in the sky, while the ocean hovers above them all, enveloping the broken planet, which hangs by a thread. Two rival powers vie for control—the Syndicate through their monopoly on a little understood but powerful technology that relies on mysterious Corron minerals that they control; and the Sovereign, which favors a return to the now nearly lost ways of the ancients outlined in the banned Numen Tomes.

• Explore unknown and ancient lands – Travel further away from home than you’ve ever been before. From your family’s rytail farm on Yantar, to the harsh desolate wasteland of the Bleached Relics. Explore the mysterious and ancient landscapes of Numen and unearth items to understand the world around you. You never know what you might find along the way.
• Dialogue choices shape your character – It’s not just about what you do, but how you react. Think about who you want to be, as the world of Numen will mirror itself to your personality, the items in the world, and your dialogue options. Dialogue choices you make reflect in your Character Stats which go towards unlocking further dialogue options and unique customization items. Increase your intelligence, humor, courage, compassion, and luck, but be wary of what you say, the people you meet along the way aren’t afraid to talk back…
• A story-driven sci-fi adventure – You play as Rin, the daughter of Syndicate researcher Lu D’Lorah who uncovers a conspiracy to starve the people of Numen and then goes missing. As you set out to find your father, you’ll encounter all sorts of interesting numenites—some friends, some foe. Discover a hidden power that may hold the answer to healing the broken planet before it’s too late, but be careful, there are others seeking this power as well.

Sky of Tides will be launching for PC via Steam and EGS, PlayStation and Xbox consoles and Nintendo Switch later this year. For more information please visit https://esdigital.games/ 

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About Lofty Sky Entertainment Inc.

Lofty Sky Entertainment is an independent media company that creates engaging stories and experiences in games, film and TV, and digital production. Established in 2015, the Toronto based team has garnered significant critical acclaim. The game team consists of developers, game designers, and artists who work on multiple original IPs at the studio.

About ESDigital Games

ESDigital Games is a global video games publishing company specializing in premium indie and mid-core games for both PC as well as consoles. ESDigital Games portfolio includes the 80s-themed point-and-click adventure Unusual Findings, the tactical card combat game Deck of Ashes, the Early Access release of roguelike action RPG Scholar of the Arcane Arts and the release of martial arts adventure Shuyan Saga for PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch consoles. Their upcoming releases include twin-stick shooter REMEDIUM, RTS tower defense and match-3 mechanics title Cats on Duty, 3D action RPG game Awaken – Astral Blade as well as exciting unannounced games.

‘Mastering Mutations in SERUM’

Oberhaching, Germany, March 22nd, 2024 – Independent Polish developer Game Island, in partnership with publisher Toplitz Productions, reveals its latest video insights for its forthcoming survival adventure game SERUM. The video showcases how players can take advantage of the powerful side effects to create new abilities when they brew different recipes of Serum to help them stay alive.

Successful Serum brewing allows players to master their mutations and boost abilities, a small selection of which are showcased in the latest video such as speed, active camo, and attack moves, as well as unique abilities like Tether, which allows players to encase dangerous enemies momentarily in vines.

SERUM is lining up to be the latest addition to the popular survival adventure genre with its fusion of exploration, puzzle solving, crafting, and heart-pounding survival against mutated creatures that roam the game world.

The mysterious elixir (serum) is crucial to your survival in an infected world, a lifeline that has a curing effect of the Blight, a man-made catastrophic event that has devastated the world.

Further details on SERUM can be found on the game’s official Steam page, its Discord page and through its regular devlogs and X (Twitter) diary, revealing more about the world, crafting and macabre dangers that players will encounter.

Wishlist the game on Steam here.

Check out the Abilities video below:

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 X, 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.

New gameplay revealed during the Future Games Show Spring Showcase

Global indie publisher ESDigital Games has revealed a brand new gameplay trailer for its Metroidvania side-scrolling action game AWAKEN: Astral Blade, which will be released for PlayStation consoles and PC via Steam and EGS later this year. 

Developed by Dark Pigeon Games, AWAKEN: Astral Blade is a dark Metroidvania side-scrolling action game in which players take on the role of Tania, the game’s bionically enhanced protagonist, as she is sent deep into the rainforests in search of a missing Investigation Force. Here, Tania’s journey truly begins when she discovers ancient secrets buried deep within the ruins of the forest, and she must discover the truth of her own origins and destiny. 

Watch the new AWAKEN: Astral Blade gameplay trailer below:

Fans interested in getting some early hands-on time with AWAKEN: Astral Blade can download the PC demo from Steam now and add the game to their Wishlist. 

About AWAKEN: Astral Blade

Weave your own story in this dark 2D side-scrolling action fairy tale game. Join Tania, the bionically enhanced protagonist as she is sent into the rainforests of Horace Islands in search of a missing Investigation Force. Once there, Tania discovers a dark Karpas energy flooding through the islands, mutating the animals and plants into deadly anathemorphs. 

As she journeys deeper into the forests, Tania discovers the centuries-old remains of the ‘Eternity’, a long-lost civilisation thought extinct, and with it, the former Altar of the Eternity and ground zero of the Karpas energy source. Here Tania’s journey truly begins as she discovers ancient secrets buried deep within the ruins and she must discover the truth of the Eternity and the truth of her own origins and destiny. 

Features

• Unique Invoke Abilities System to hone combat skills and combos. 
• Discover shards of memories and information, like echoes of the past, which represent an energy war of a thousand years ago.
• Parry, Fast-Stand-up and Hyperfocus — these abilities will help Tania in battle and gain control in her encounters.
• Discover the weak spots of your enemies and deal extra damage when attacking them, sending them in a special feeble status.
• Customization is everything so take the time to discover the characteristics and advantages of enhancing your skills. Talents, weapons, abilities and costumes can all be customized to your gameplay style. 

AWAKEN: Astral Blade will launch for PlayStation consoles and PC via Steam and EGS later this year. For more information, please visit https://esdigital.games/ 

About ESDigital Games

ESDigital Games is a global video games publishing company specializing in premium indie and mid-core games for both PC as well as consoles. ESDigital Games portfolio includes the 80s-themed point-and-click adventure Unusual Findings, the tactical card combat game Deck of Ashes, the Early Access release of roguelike action RPG Scholar of the Arcane Arts and the release of martial arts adventure Shuyan Saga for PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch consoles. Their upcoming releases include twin-stick shooter REMEDIUM, RTS tower defense and match-3 mechanics title Cats on Duty, 3D action RPG game Awaken – Astral Blade as well as exciting unannounced games.

London (March 22, 2024) – Today Capcom, a leading worldwide developer and publisher of video games, released the highly anticipated action-RPG Dragon’s Dogma™ 2 on PlayStation®5 (PS5®), Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam. This sequel to the 2012 classic Dragon’s Dogma™ features a richly detailed and deeply explorable fantasy world built using Capcom’s RE ENGINE, where individual choices and creativity allow players to shape their own experience. In addition to the standard version of Dragon’s Dogma 2, a Deluxe Edition containing the “New Journey Pack” includes in-game items to help your Arisen on their journey, such as a Wakestone, Rift Crystals, a Dragon’s Dogma Music and Sound Collection, access to a custom Camping Kit, and more that will be available.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 is a narrative-driven action RPG that places players in an immersive fantasy world as the Arisen, a champion whose heart is stolen by the Dragon. You will lead a party of up to three AI companions known as Pawns, including your custom main Pawn, and up to two additional Pawns that can be recruited offline or from other players while online. While the sequel’s setting mirrors the lush rolling hills of the classic Dragon’s Dogma™ and its Dark Arisen expansion, this original adventure takes place in a parallel world containing two nations with distinct approaches to the Dragon threat. Queen Regent Disa has installed a false Arisen to maintain control of the kingdom of Vermund for her son. Meanwhile, the beastren nation of Battahl considers the otherworldly Pawns to be a source of misfortune and have turned to worship of the Lambent Flame and their high priestess Nadinia to ward off calamity.

Dragon’s Dogma 2 harnesses the power of the RE ENGINE to create a world map about four times the size of the original world of Dragon’s Dogma and is densely populated with enemies, events, and locations rendered with the latest graphical technology. The environment is complemented by immersive physics and character AI that brings Pawns, monsters, and NPCs to life. Pawns organically guide players to new locations, dynamically cooperate during battle, and even react to special moments such as celebrating narrow victories with high-fives. Monsters new and old encourage players to devise numerous strategies to succeed in combat, or even avoid it all together. NPCs, such as the bow-wielding Ulrika who has a deep connection to the Arisen, Nadinia the high priestess of the beastren, or a variety of other unique characters will form intricate relationships with the Arisen that set the stage for nuanced story moments. Shape your own adventure through the relationships you form with over 1000 NPCs that inhabit this world.

Before embarking on each quest of your journey, it is essential to organize your party: understand each member’s strengths and weaknesses; decide what your strategy will be; and tactically select the Vocations for your Arisen, Main Pawn, and hired Pawns. The choice is yours to form a balanced party spread across multiple vocations, a purely offensive party of magical powerhouses, a burly crew of two-handed warriors, or anything in between. When players start their journey in Dragon’s Dogma 2, they will be able to choose their desired playstyle among the four initially available Vocations: Fighter, Archer, Thief, and Mage. Players can change the vocation of their Arisen and main Pawn at any time by visiting Vocation Guilds throughout the world and unlock new vocations such as the Mystic Spearhand, Trickster, and Warfarer as they progress through the game by finding and forming bonds with the Maisters of each vocation. Players interested in getting a head start on designing their Arisen and Main Pawn can download the “Character Creator & Storage” tool, available for free on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam. This tool allows players to create five designs for their Arisen and Main Pawn that will be instantly transferred to the full game.

ABOUT CAPCOM

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher, and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld, and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™, and Ace Attorney™.

Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at www.capcom.com or news.capcomusa.com.

Embrace the Mayhem of Motor Wars and Get 2X GTA$ and RP – Plus, Double Rewards on Drift Races, Wildlife Photography, and More

The smell of burning diesel hangs in the air. Explosions echo through the streets. Parachute into an ever-shrinking hotbed of team-based chaos, littered with heavy weaponry and armed vehicles. Whether you’re the last team standing or the first to bite the dust, Motor Wars is paying out 2X GTA$ and RP through March 27. 

Get the HVY Tee 

Purchase the HVY APC (Military), HVY Insurgent Pick-Up (Off-Road), or HVY Chernobog (Military) — all available from Warstock Cache & Carry at a 40% discount this week — and receive the HVY Tee. It’s a no-nonsense look, and free advertising for the force behind some of the military industrial complex’s most formidable machinery.  

2X GTA$ and RP on Drift Races 

Swerve around tight turns and obstacles to amass points in Drift Races, now paying out 2X GTA$ and RP. To get drifting, head to the Series marker outside the LS Car Meet, or head inside and speak to the Race Organizer. 

2X GTA$ and RP on Wildlife Photography 

Capture photos on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S of species ranging from a common canine to elusive predators and earn 2X GTA$ and RP for your adventurous endeavors in Wildlife Photography. 

Completing the Shoot Animals Photography Challenge will award you the Zoophilist Outfit, and simply photographing one animal as part of the challenge will unlock the Declasse Park Ranger (SUV) for purchase. Check your iFruit emails or head to the LS Tourist Board on your map to get started. 

Salvage Yard Robbery Targets  

Head to your Salvage Yard to see the latest targets handpicked by the Amir cousins: 

• Willard Eudora (Muscle) 
• Truffade Z-Type (Sports Classic) 
• Dewbauchee Vagner (Super) 

If you don’t own a Salvage Yard yet, take advantage of a 25% off discount on this property and its Upgrades and Modifications through March 27. 

Weekly Vehicle Opportunities  

Premium Deluxe Motorsport Showroom 

Visit the Premium Deluxe Motorsport showroom to browse Simeon’s latest selection of vehicles: 

• Benefactor Stirling GT (Sports Classic)  
• Canis Seminole Frontier (SUV)  
• Western Cliffhanger (Motorcycle)  
• Hijak Ruston (Sports)  
• Western Rat Bike (Motorcycle)  

Luxury Autos Showroom  

Window-shop the latest pair of vehicles on display at the Luxury Autos showroom: the Albany Cavalcade XL (SUV) and Fathom FR36 (Coupe).  

LS Car Meet Prize Ride and Test Track 

Place Top 3 in the LS Car Meet Series two days in a row to win the Vapid Winky (Off-Road). Try out this week’s trio of Test Rides — the Annis S80RR (Super), Benefactor Schafter LWB (Sports), and Grotti Cheetah (Super) — by visiting the Test Track inside the LS Car Meet. 

Premium Test Ride 

Hao’s also noticed the uptick in weaponized equipment on the roads, hence his latest spin on the Pegassi Weaponized Ignus (Super) — a sleek two-door fitted with a minigun and Missile Lock-On Jammer that balances form, function, and firepower.  

On the Lucky Wheel Podium 

Spin the Lucky Wheel inside The Diamond Casino & Resort for an opportunity to win this week’s white whale: the HVY Nightshark (Off-Road).  

If you reserved your free Obey 8F Drafter (Sports), you can now claim your free sports car from the Legendary Motorsport in-game website through April 3. 

GTA+   

Claim a Pfister 811 (Super), get 2X GTA$ and RP on Drag Races, and more with GTA+ Member benefits:  

• A free Pfister 811 (Super) 
• New Chameleon Paints 
• 2X GTA$ and RP on Drag Races 
• 1.5X GTA$ and RP on Original Heist Finales  

Plus, a GTA$500,000 bonus delivered upon billing each month, access to download and play a rotating assortment of classic Rockstar Games titles, and much more. Visit the GTA+ website for full details. 

DISCOUNTS 

• Salvage Yard Properties – 25% off 
• Salvage Yard Upgrades and Modifications – 25% off 
• B-11 Strikeforce (Plane) – 40% off 
• HVY APC (Military) – 40% off 
• HVY Chernobog (Military) – 40% off 
• HVY Insurgent Pick-Up (Off-Road) – 40% off 
• Mammoth Patriot Mil-Spec (Off-Road) – 30% off 
• Pegassi Weaponized Ignus (Super) – 30% off  

Gun Van Inventory and Discounts 

Baseball Bat | Tactical SMG | Unholy Hellbringer | Precision Rifle (30% off for GTA+ Members) | Pump Shotgun (30% off) | Nightstick | Assault Rifle | Tear Gas | Pipe Bombs | Sticky Bombs | Armor 

Feat. The Joker as a New Playable Character, Available March 28

Warner Bros. Games and DC today unveiled a new gameplay trailer and updated roadmap for Season 1 of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, the recently released third-person action-shooter from Rocksteady Studios.

Warner Bros. Games and DC have unveiled a new gameplay trailer and updated roadmap for Season 1 of Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, the recently released third-person action-shooter from Rocksteady Studios. 

The first season of free post-launch downloadable content (DLC) will be available from March 28 for all Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League owners at no extra cost. To keep the action going following the main campaign, Season 1 will kick off with Suicide Squad members Harley Quinn, Deadshot, Captain Boomerang, and King Shark teleporting to a Brainiac invaded Elseworld to rescue and recruit an alternate reality version of The Joker. This Elseworld twist on the iconic DC Super-Villain will be the latest playable character to join Task Force X, bringing his own brand of mayhem and chaos into the mix along with a healthy dose of explosives and a rocket-powered umbrella to launch himself through the air and glide across the city. Additionally, all Season 1 content will be set against the backdrop of an ever-changing Elseworld version of Metropolis with a distorted landscape that has been reimagined in The Joker’s image. 

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Season 1 will also feature two dedicated episodes, each with new Incursions and Strongholds; missions and activities; DC Super-Villain themed weapons, gear, and cosmetics; Justice League infused Brainiac variant boss fights; and more. Episode 1: Fear will begin on March 28 with new gear inspired by the terror-inducing toxins and poisons of Scarecrow and Notorious items featuring Mad Hatter, Merlyn, and Dr. Psycho. Episode 2: Duality will be released as a mid-season update including a new mission type, new Green Lantern infused enemies, new Two-Face Infamy gear sets, and new Notorious weaponry based on DC Super-Villains Reverse-Flash and Black Manta. 

View the official Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Season 1 Gameplay Trailer

Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is available now for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam). The Epic Games Store version will be available on March 26. To learn more, visit SuicideSquadGame.com or join the community conversation on Instagram (SuicideSquadRS), YouTube (SuicideSquadRS), Twitch (Rocksteady), Facebook (SuicideSquadRocksteady), Twitter/X (SuicideSquadRS), and Discord (SuicideSquadRS).  

To find out how Amanda Waller recruited the members of the Suicide Squad for this dangerous mission, check out Suicide Squad: Kill Arkham Asylum, the official prequel comic book series for the game. Available now at participating comic book shops and e-tailers, each print version of the five-issue monthly series includes a free code that can be redeemed for a digital in-game item. For more information, check out the preview of the debut issue at the official DC website. Paid Annual and Ultra tier subscribers to the DC UNIVERSE INFINITE digital subscription service (DCUI) are also eligible to receive a free code with each digital issue of the series; for more information on DCUI, visit DCUniverseInfinte.com. DCUI is not available in all countries and is not intended for children. 

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About Warner Bros. Games

Warner Bros. Games, a division of Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Inc., is a premier worldwide publisher, developer, licensor and distributor of entertainment content for the interactive space across all platforms, including console, handheld, mobile and PC-based gaming for both internal and third-party game titles. Additional information about Warner Bros. Games can be found at https://www.wbgames.com/.

About Rocksteady Studios Ltd.

Rocksteady Studios, a Warner Bros. Games development studio, is a multi-award winning videogame developer based in London, England. Creators of the critically acclaimed and multimillion-selling Batman: Arkham series, Rocksteady has been the recipient of over 110 awards, including five British Academy Games Awards. Additional information about Rocksteady Studios can be found at http://rocksteadyltd.com/.

About DC

DC is one of the largest publishers of comics and graphic novels in the world and home to some of the most iconic and recognizable characters ever created. As a creative unit of WarnerMedia, DC is charged with strategically integrating its stories and characters across film, television, consumer products, home entertainment, interactive games, and the DC Universe digital subscription service. For more information visit dccomics.com and dcuniverse.com.

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PlayStation Australia is thrilled to announce that the PC community can join Aloy on her journey as she braves the Forbidden West – a majestic but dangerous frontier that conceals mysterious new threats. That’s right, Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition launches on PC today.

Horizon Forbidden West continues six months after the events of the critically acclaimed Horizon Zero Dawn. Vicious superstorms rage. The land is dying. Machine hunter Aloy has travelled west to investigate the source of a mysterious blight that ravages the remnants of humanity. In these uncharted lands, she will meet strange new tribes and face ever more deadly colossal machines. Together with old friends and new companions, she must brave this awe-inspiring frontier to find the answers she needs, halt the biosphere’s imminent collapse, and save life on Earth.

Unlocked frame rates, ultra-wide support up to 48:9 resolutions and performance-enhancing technologies including NVIDIA DLSS 3 AI-powered upscaling and frame generation allow PC players to experience Aloy’s journey in its full glory on compatible hardware. NVIDIA DLAA is available to help maximize image quality. The game also comes with NVIDIA Reflex, reducing system latency and improving gameplay responsiveness. Intel XeSS and AMD FSR 2.2 upscaling is also supported. The team at Nixxes is working on an update to add AMD FSR 3 with frame generation.

To ensure the game runs on a wide variety of PC hardware, graphics presets ranging from very low to very high are included. This allows gamers with the latest hardware to push their systems, while also providing a great experience on less powerful PCs. Additionally, the PC release offers customisable settings, allowing you to tailor your gaming experience according to your preferences!

Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition for PC is available today on Steam and in the Epic Games Store. 

To learn more about Horizon Forbidden West Complete Edition visit the PlayStation Store. 

For the latest PlayStation news, follow PlayStation Australia on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. 

ATLUS has announced that the release date of their upcoming RPG Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance has been moved up to June 14, 2024. Now, fans will be able to explore Da’at a week earlier on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox One.

In addition, ATLUS has shared new details on Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance’s story, characters (including new demons), gameplay systems and more.

The latest title in the series, Shin Megami Tensei V: Vengeance allows players to enjoy the story of Shin Megami Tensei V in its entirety as well as a wholly new story path. The game is fully evolved with stunning visuals tailored to modern consoles and new areas, demons and music to support an improved battle system, providing a smoother and richer RPG set amidst a war between demons and angels.

Those looking forward to playing the definitive version of the acclaimed game can pre-order for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and Xbox One. For those that have already pre-ordered the game, no further action is needed, the game will be available to you on June 14.

Nexus 5X delivers all of the depth, diplomacy, conflict and conquest of a turn-based 4X epic, but played in fast-paced, 60-minute sessions, solo or in multiplayer for 2-8 players

STOCKHOLM — March 21, 2024 — Paradox Interactive and Whatboy Games today announced at the Future Games Show that Nexus 5X will launch for PC via Steam on April 18, 2024. This fast-paced, competitive, social-strategy title challenges players to ascend victorious as the new Galactic Emperor in single or multiplayer matches playable from start to finish in around one hour, making Nexus 5X the world’s first 5X game: Explore, Exploit, Expand, Exterminate, EXPRESS.

Originally announced as Stellaris Nexus, the title launched into Steam Early Access on Dec. 12, 2023. Nexus 5X is focused on taking all of the deep strategy, tense diplomatic drama, and epic military encounters that typify the 4X single-player scene and concentrates those gameplay elements into a competitive, short-run format perfect for game night, allowing groups of up to eight players to complete a full playthrough together in only about 60 minutes.

“As a team, we love the core concept of 4X games, but we wanted to evolve that to also capture the chemistry and tensions that emerge during game nights with friends,” said Dax Ginn, Studio Director at Whatboy Games. “By concentrating the play time down to about one hour, we are creating an exciting new opportunity for the 4X genre to move into a new ‘social strategy’ space.”

“Nexus 5X has developed alongside our community to reach veteran 4X players, as well as competitive gamers who may never have played a 4X title before,” said Adam Doherty, Game Director, Whatboy Games. “Our goal is for Nexus 5X to be welcoming, without ever dumbing down the core appeal of the 4X format. We’ve had so much fun playing Nexus 5X with our dedicated early access community, and we’re looking forward to sharing the experience with new players on April 18, or right now in early access!”

Consistently receiving 95%+ Very Positive reviews by players throughout its early access phase, Nexus 5X captures the deep strategy, diplomatic intrigue, and epic interstellar space battles of a sprawling spacefaring 4X, but with a focus on past-paced gameplay sessions among friends akin to a game night.

Nexus 5X features:

• An Hour of Power: Nothing beats the thrill of a deep strategy board game session with friends, and with Nexus 5X, players can play not just one, but multiple sessions during a game night where “One More Turn” becomes “One More Game.”
• Social Strategy: Choose from unique factions and leaders and play alone or in turn-based multiplayer with 2-8 players. Play with friends or brave the Nexus online in skill-based matchmaking. Form unlikely alliances, execute bitter betrayals, or quietly plot from the shadows to ascend victorious to the Galactic Throne, all in around 60 minutes.
• Diplomacy or “Diplomacy”: Starting from the safe haven of their home world, players can rapidly expand their reach across the galaxy to explore and occupy new systems, eventually taking control of the throne-world of Nexus. Military conflict and diplomatic dealings are available as players expand and explore, but so is the power struggle that plays out in the Galactic Council, as rival empires exert their influence to cast votes in favor of new titles and resolutions, aiming to empower their faction or advance their immediate strategic objectives.
• Unique Factions & Leaders: For role-players who want to immerse themselves in the lore-rich Stellaris universe, or for ‘by-the-numbers’ strategists, select from factions and leaders that alter the approach of each match, offering a range of playstyles and ways to gain the upper-hand over your opponents.

Nexus 5X will launch for PC on Steam on April 18, 2024, priced at $19.99 / £16.99 / €19.99. Nexus 5X is currently available on Steam Early Access for the reduced price of $14.99/ £12.99 / €14.99. All early access players of Stellaris Nexus will see the game updated to Nexus 5X at launch.

Join the Nexus 5X Discord for the latest news and community discussion about the game.

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About Paradox Interactive

Paradox Interactive is one of the premier developers and publishers of strategy and management games for PC and consoles. The players are located all over the world but some of the biggest markets are North America, Western Europe and Asia.

The game portfolio consists of popular franchises such as Stellaris, Europa Universalis, Hearts of Iron, Crusader Kings, Cities: Skylines, Prison Architect, the Surviving games, Age of Wonders and Victoria. Paradox Interactive also owns the World of Darkness brand catalog.

For more information, please visit www.paradoxinteractive.com.

About Whatboy Games

Whatboy Games is an indie studio founded in the UK composed of industry veterans and fresh development talent. Founded in 2018 by Adam Doherty and Dax Ginn, both ex-Rocksteady, Whatboy’s focus is on developing great strategy games for gamers who are short on time. The team on Nexus 5X all share a passion for systemic design which facilitates the creation of games that are not only deeply strategic but also highly replayable.