The early access title will launch on Steam in Q1 of 2024

March 4th, 2024 – Get ready for a brand-new FPS experience with Eldorado FPS, the upcoming first-person shooter game from Fresh-AF where the pulse of first-person shooter excitement meets endless possibilities for strategy and competition.

Designed for those who thrive in the heat of battle, Eldorado FPS is a playground for both casual players and hardcore FPS enthusiasts. The game features a low-poly graphical style with a ton of content through its many different game modes and a vast arsenal of guns. Available game modes include Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, the fan-favorite Gun Mode, and even a Zombie Survival mode.

When asked about why they chose to go with an early access approach for the launch of their upcoming game, Fresh AF had this to say:

“Our decision to launch ‘Eldorado FPS’ in Early Access stems from our commitment to community-driven development. We recognize the invaluable role players play in refining and enhancing the gaming experience. Early Access provides us with a unique opportunity to collaborate with our community, gather feedback, and implement changes that will significantly impact the game’s evolution. 

In Eldorado FPS, each player has access to a loadout system where they can choose and customize their weapons. Beyond the selection of which weapons to bring into the heat of battle, they can also customize them with unique skins.

Fresh AF is committed to keeping Eldorado FPS novel and exciting. As a result, they will be introducing regular updates of new content, features, and tweaks based on community feedback. In addition, they will also create engaging events that offer unique challenges and rewards to players to keep things dynamic and fun.

Key features include:

• Several action-packed game modes
• Personalized loadouts and customization
• Zombie survival horde mode 
• Global leaderboards
• Community focused

Eldorado FPS releases as an early-access title on Steam by the end of Q1 of this year. You can wishlist the game now from their Steam page here.

Paris – March 05, 2024 – Microids Distribution France announces a new exceptional and exclusive distribution agreement with Kalypso, renowned for its outstanding contributions in the field of strategy and simulation games.

“We are delighted about this partnership and to distribute Kalypso’s games in the French territory,” says Alexandre Breas, CEO of Microids Distribution France. “The entire team is eager to apply its expertise to support Kalypso’s development in our market, thereby providing exceptional gaming experiences to the gaming community in France.”

This collaboration pertains to upcoming Kalypso games, as well as some already available in digital format, for which Microids Distribution France will handle exclusive distribution. Notable titles among these include:

• The Inquisitor
• Dungeons 4
• Railway Empire … and many more to come!

“We are delighted to be working with Microids to distribute Kalypso Media titles across France. This distribution partnership will include all our exciting upcoming releases and some of our best recent titles, including Dungeons 4, The Inquisitor, and Railway Empire 2. Microids distribution expertise will make our titles available across all outlets and we look forward to building a long-term relationship with them.”

For more information, please visit the official website at https://www.microids.com/ .

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About Microids Distribution France

Microids Distribution France is a subsidiary of the French video game publisher Microids. This entity is dedicated to overseeing the distribution of Microids’ product catalog, games from its partners, as well as products from the company Plastoy, across all French distribution networks

About Kalypso

Kalypso Media Group GmbH is an independent publisher, developer, and distributor of interactive entertainment software, employing over 200 individuals across 10 locations in Germany, England, France, Japan, and the United States. The Kalypso Media Group includes Kasedo Games, the digital label of the Kalypso Media Group, and four development studios: Realmforge Studios (Dungeons series), Gaming Minds Studios (Railway Empire, Port Royale, Tropico 7), Claymore Game Studios (upcoming: Commandos Origins), and Bulwark Studios (Warhammer 40,000 – Mechanicus). Specialized in the development of strategy and simulation games for a global audience across multiple platforms, the Kalypso Media Group’s intellectual property portfolio includes full rights to series such as Tropico, Commandos, Port Royale, Dungeons, Sudden Strike, and Railway Empire, among others. Kalypso Media’s recent releases include Tortuga – A Pirate’s Tale, Railway Empire 2, Dungeons 4, The Inquisitor, and the upcoming Commandos – Origins in 2024. Recent releases from Kasedo Games include Sweet Dreams Alex, the console and tablet versions of Warhammer 40,000: Mechanicus, and IXION (upcoming: Uncle Chop’s Rocket Shop).

For more information, please visit the website www.kalypsomedia.com. 

SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada, the PvPvE Extraction Shooter developed for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC will get a Closed Beta Test (CBT) available from 28^th March to 1^st April on all platforms.

The CBT will let players pick their AI companion, called a Magus, and their CRADLECOFFIN, an armed robot, to jump in different missions to collect not only AO Crystals, a rare resource, but also see a glimpse of the truth on what happened to Amasia. On the field, they will have to face the various threats on the map including other players that might be interested in their loot.

Watch the CBT trailer below:

The CBT will also offer customisation and crafting options so players can bond and grow together with their Magus while finding the best combination of weapons and CRADLECOFFIN that matches the way they like to play.

Players can register for the CBT, find more information about its content and get gameplay tips game here.

For more information about SYNDUALITY Echo of Ada and other titles from Bandai Namco Europe please visit: https://www.bandainamcoent.eu, or follow us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bandainamcoeu/.  Join the conversation on X at https://twitter.com/synduality.

PlayStation Australia is happy to announce the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for March which sees racing sim thrills in the shape of EA Sports F1 23, martial arts-powered face-offs with Sifu, a slice of stealth horror in Hello Neighbor 2 and sci-fi action with Destiny 2: Witch Queen. 

All four titles will be available to PlayStation Plus members from tonight, evening of March 5 until Monday, April 1*. Let’s take a closer look at each game. 

EA Sports F1 23 | PS4, PS5

Be the last to brake in EA Sports F1 23, the official videogame of the 2023 FIA Formula One World Championship. A new chapter in the thrilling “Braking Point” story mode delivers high-speed drama and heated rivalries. Race wheel-to-wheel at new Las Vegas and Qatar circuits and earn rewards and upgrades in F1 World. New Red Flags add an authentic strategic element, and the 35% Race Distance feature delivers more action and excitement. Drive updated 2023 cars with the official F1 lineup with 20 drivers and 10 teams. Also, F2, the ultimate training ground for F1 is now updated with the latest 2023 Season content, including new cars and driver lineups across the paddock. Create your dream team and race to win in My Team Career Mode, compete in split-screen or the expanded cross-platform multiplayer, and be more social with the new Racenet Leagues.

Sifu | PS4, PS5 

Is one life enough to know Kung Fu? Sifu is a stylish yet gritty beat-em-up, featuring visceral hand-to-hand combat in a contemporary urban setting. From Sloclap, creators of the acclaimed PS4 fighting game Absolver, Sifu follows a young kung fu student on a path of revenge, hunting for the murderers of his family.  One against all, he has no allies and countless enemies. He will have to rely on his unique mastery of kung fu to prevail and preserve his family’s legacy.

Hello Neighbor 2 | PS4, PS5

Solve the mystery of missing kids in the rural town of Raven Brooks in this family-friendly stealth horror sequel. Hello Neighbor 2 invites players to a seemingly quiet town of Raven Brooks where everyone is hiding something. Players play as an investigative journalist looking to uncover the darkest secrets of their neighbours and solve the case of Mr.Peterson, an infamous antagonist of Hello Neighbor. Sneak around, search for clues behind the mysteries and play against complex opponents controlled by advanced neural network AIs that learn from players and all other players – the whole town is your playground now!

Destiny 2: Witch Queen** | PS4, PS5

Delve into Savathûn’s Throne World to uncover the mystery of how she and her Lucent Hive stole the Light. Learn the secrets to crafting new weapons, the new Glaive, and survive the truth within her web of lies. A twisted wonderland of corruption and splendour, Savathûn’s Throne World plays host to a fragile balance of power. From her palace to the swamp, all that she hides can be found here. Create custom weaponry with unique mod, shader, and stat combinations. Master the new Glaive weapon type and unleash powerful melee combos, projectile attacks, and a deployable energy shield.

The Finals S.O Sleek Bundle, exclusive to PlayStation Plus members

PlayStation Plus members can access a unique cosmetic bundle in The Finals, includes two different sets of military themed outfits and weapon skins:

• 2 Epic Outfits
• 12 Epic Weapon skins

Players will be able to find and download this bundle in addition to the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games lineup on PlayStation Store. Download The Finals from PlayStation Store to access. Once downloaded, the bundle’s contents will be available in-game immediately, regardless of whether you’re a new or returning player.  

Last chance to download February’s Monthly Games

Foamstars, Rollerdrome and Steelrising are available to add to PlayStation Plus members’ game library until Monday, March 4. 

*PlayStation Plus Game Catalogue lineup may differ in certain regions. Please check the PlayStation Store on launch day for your region’s lineup. 

**Destiny 2 is required to play Destiny 2: Witch Queen. Destiny 2 is available for download at no extra cost on PlayStation Store.

To learn more about the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for March, visit the PlayStation Blog.

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

Dark Sky presents a story-driven, turn-based RPG in a brand new sci-fi world in Q3 2024

Green Bay, WI – March 4, 2024 – Delve into a story-rich adventure of a planet on the brink of collapse in Dark Sky, a turn-based sci-fi RPG originally titled Xenotheria. Experience an exciting, narrative-driven journey featuring dynamic characters, strategic combat, and customizable deckbuilding.

From former Riot and Wargaming developers at Ganymede Games and publisher Midwest Games, Dark Sky is slated for worldwide release on PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store in Q3 2024. Check out the latest demo during the Steam Deckbuilders Fest from March 25 to April 1, 2024!

Watch the new trailer below:

Devastation reigns on the once peaceful mining planet Wolf Prime after a mysterious force pulls all spacecraft from the sky. Brave the dangerous apocalyptic landscape as Squig and Norton, modest shipyard workers who enlist a team of unlikely heroes to uncover the truth beneath the rubble. As Ganymede Games’ debut game, Dark Sky is the initial chapter in a much larger narrative universe.

Face off with fierce enemies in strategic, party-centric card battles. Create fully customized decks tailored to each of the six playable characters, combine them to inflict debilitating status effects to overpower enemies, and craft and upgrade new cards to unlock powerful abilities like burning lasers and poison darts to breach an enemy’s defenses.

Traverse colorful hand-painted environments and engage with the various opposing factions on Wolf Prime, such as the Outworld Collective Fleet, the Mining Guild, and the Runshaka death cult, exploring a compelling alien world in a race to uncover the cause of the cataclysm before Squig’s planet is torn apart.

From Ben Kvalo, CEO and Founder of Midwest Games,“The team behind Dark Sky brings impressive talent from writing to development and a deep commitment to serving players. Crossing a unique blend of game genres, their talent shows across every facet of this game. With Ganymede’s commitment to an evolved work culture and investment in their New Mexico locale, it is a meaningful partnership for all of us at Midwest Games.”

From Jerry Prochazka, CEO and Co-founder of Ganymede Games, “Our partnership with Midwest Games represents a new chapter in our quest to create games that inspire, entertain, and push the boundaries of what is possible in the gaming world. We are excited about the future and the incredible opportunities this partnership will unlock for gamers around the globe.” 

Dark Sky will be available in Q3 2024 on PC via Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store in multiple languages. For more information, please visit Midwest Games on Twitter and Instagram, join the Dark Sky community on Discord, and search #DarkSkyGame on all social media platforms.

About Ganymede Games

Ganymede Games is an indie studio based in Las Cruces, New Mexico, with a remote-first approach. It was established in 2019 by industry veterans Jerry Prochazka and Rob Thompson, whose backgrounds include companies like Riot Games and Wargaming. Our mission at Ganymede Games is to craft immersive worlds that ignite the spirit of exploration, generate curiosity-inducing adventures, and deliver gameplay experiences that truly captivate you. Our team comprises seasoned and up-and-coming game developers who share a passion for gaming, nature, animals, and nurturing projects close to their hearts. 

You can follow Ganymede Games on Twitter and Instagram. 

About Midwest Games 

Based in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Midwest Games is a video game publisher focused on creating opportunities for the abundant talent across the Midwest and other underrepresented regions. Led by industry veterans and entertainment enthusiasts, Midwest Games believes that great games can come from anywhere. For more information, please visit www.midwestgames.com. 

For more information, visit Midwest Games on LinkedIn, and follow the team @midwestgames_co on Instagram, @midwestgamesco on Twitter, on Discord, and @midwest_games on YouTube.

PC demo now available during the Metroidvania Fusion Steam event. 

Spain – 4th March, 2024. Indie publisher Firenut Games is thrilled to announce Chrysolite, a narrative-driven, pixel-art 2D Metroidvania-inspired platformer, is coming to PC, PlayStation, Xbox Series S/X and Nintendo Switch in summer 2024. 

Developed by solo developer José Manuel Conesa Hernández, Chrysolite is a lovingly crafted platformer that engages players with its intriguing narrative and simple, yet challenging gameplay and uses hand-drawn illustrations to advance the narrative. 

Chrysolite will be participating in the Metroidvania Fusion Steam Event running from 4 -11 March, where fans can download the very first demo for the game for free as well as try out other exciting indie Metroidvana inspired indie games. Chrysolite is available to Wishlist now! 

Watch the announcement trailer for Chrysolite below:

A brooding knight sits in front of a fire, the darkness surrounding him. His sword plunged into the ground, covered in the dried blood of his enemies. He warns you against going any further, but the intrigue of what lies beyond far surpasses your instinct of self-preservation.

Play as a young thief and explore the dangerous remains of a once-prosperous kingdom. Fight against hordes of terrifying monsters and make your way through challenging platforming sections to uncover the clues to unlock the dark story of the last days of the kingdom.

Chrysolite will launch for PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S/X and Nintendo Switch in summer 2024 and will be published by Firenut Games.

About Firenut Games 

Firenut Games is a European video game publishing company for PC and Consoles that aims to support great talents and launch video games with a unique essence. Our philosophy is to produce video games focused on gamers.

TOKYO – March 4th, 2024 – Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT-, the roguelike RPG Touhou Project fan game from publisher Phoenixx and developer AQUASTYLE, rebuilds fallen kingdoms on PC via Steam on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024, as shown during today’s Tokyo Indie Game Summit.

After defeat in battle, Reimu Hakurei has fallen unconscious, waking in the pillaged Hakurei Shrine with no recollection of recent events. With the help of Touhou heroine Marisa Kirisame, embark on a quest to piece together the mystery lost to memory, and save Gensokyo from destruction at the hands of an unknown enemy. 

Defend Gensokyo alongside one of 60+ Touhou characters, each with their own distinct attributes. Dive into dungeons in search of supplies to rebuild the Hakurei Shrine to its former glory, collecting weapons, usable items, and 20 different spells along the way. 

Confront a cadre of diverse enemies including fairies, vampires , and supernatural shapeshifters that lie in wait during every dungeon dive. Strategically position the team to unleash melee strikes or ranged Danmaku attacks, and equip special spells that can deal damage across the entire screen. 

Ration rice balls and green tea to teammates to manage mana supplies, and keep an eye on Reimu’s stamina levels — she’ll receive damage over time when her levels reach zero. Advance through dungeons enacting spells to illuminate unexplored map tiles, or risk triggering traps that stun, cause blindness, spread poison among team members, or even disarm equipped gear. 

As a Touhou Project fan game title, enjoy a full-fledged Touhou experience with a star-studded voice cast and background music by Tatsuyuki Toyota (soundtrack, Super Robot Wars DD, Super Robot Wars 30).

“Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT- returns to its roguelike roots thanks to a straightforward dungeon crawl experience with tons of depth,” said JYUNYA, head of AQUASTYLE. “The story is as compelling as the gameplay, and it’s been a pleasure to work with the various artists, musicians and developers who have made this game a possibility.”

Touhou Genso Wanderer -FORESIGHT-hops onto PC via Steam on Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 with language options in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Japanese. For more information, follow Phoenixx on Twitter, YouTube, and Instagram. 

About Phoenixx

Established in 2019 by industry veterans, Phoenixx aims to support innovative and creative developers from Japan and around the world. Its mission is to inspire and nurture the human spirit – one creator, one game, and one community at a time.

About AQUASTYLE

AQUASTYLE is both a game development studio and music production studio with multiple contributions to the Touhou universe since its inception in 2001.

Jagex launches new community-driven changes with Combat Updates and a Dev Diary launching today

Watch the Combat Update (March) Developer Diary below:

Monday, 4th March 2024, Cambridge, UK. Jagex is thrilled to announce the launch of a new update to the popular fantasy MMO RuneScape today that refines and enhances the game’s core combat systems, and delivers an improved combat experience for all RuneScape players.

Following a beta period, this update was created in collaboration with the RuneScape community and kickstarts a community-focused and more accessible chapter of the fantasy MMO, providing a strengthened combat system for players to take up arms. 

Find out more about today’s update in the newest Dev Diary: Combat Updates (see video above) which outlines what players can expect from the revitalised combat system, as well as a host of other great new improvements to enhance the overall RuneScape experience, with the players deeply at the heart of the game.

Combat Updates (March) Includes:

• An enhanced combat system with major improvements to core game mechanics, including Hit Chance, Damage Potential, Crit Strikes and Damage Caps.
• A revamped melee system, providing more accessible combat styles to players while still maintaining the heat of the action.
• Additional miscellaneous improvements including a new channel bar and tooltip updates.
• Continuation of the combat improvements made to the game, strengthening the strong relationship between RuneScape and the community, opening up further player-driven changes and improvements. 

For players old and new, Combat Updates promises to deliver a sharper, more enjoyable gameplay experience alongside additional quality of life improvements that improve the quality of RuneScape’s combat for everyone.

Check out the full patch notes from today’s update here. RuneScape is available now on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android, complete with cross-platform progression and play on PC and mobile. 

About RuneScape  
Celebrating more than twenty years of adventures and acclaimed by PC Gamer as “one of the most endearing and unique MMOs available”, RuneScape is an ever-expanding, community-driven game that’s bursting with activity and life. Today RuneScape is one of the world’s longest-running online games, with over 300 million player accounts. 

Set in a medieval fantasy land, players embark on epic journeys through a vast sandbox world that’s full of gods, warring races, unexplored dungeons, and glittering riches. Propelled by the game’s narrative, choose your own path through enthralling quests, and progress through 28 diverse skills to shape a single character in a classless world. RuneScape is available across PC, iOS and Android devices.

About Jagex

A leader in creating deep and engaging live games on PC and mobile, Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 320 million player accounts to its world and is a $1.5 billion lifetime revenue franchise. Today the RuneScape franchise exists beyond live operations; our titles are forever games that connect and inspire millions of players, with content and experiences both inside and outside of inexhaustible game worlds. Both RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, on PC and mobile, offer ever-evolving, highly active worlds and our community-focussed development ethos empowers players to have a real say in how each game is shaped.   

Jagex has expanded with the acquisitions of Pipeworks and Gamepires, bringing its expertise in building forever games to SCUM, a multi-million selling open-world survival title in Steam Early Access. Jagex employs more than 700 people globally, and is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom.   

Available to Wishlist on Xbox and PlayStation Now

ATLUS has revealed their highly anticipated fantasy RPG, Metaphor: ReFantazio is now available to wishlist on Xbox and PlayStation. To learn more about the game from the development team, take a look at the Creator’s Voice video below.

Check out the video below:

From the creative minds of the Persona series – Metaphor: ReFantazio marks ATLUS’ first-ever, full-scale fantasy RPG, brought to you by director Katsura Hashino and developed by Studio Zero. Players will write their destiny and rise above fear as they step into a fantasy world unlike any other.

Metaphor: ReFantazio will launch in Spring 2024 on Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5.

The Cluckin’ Bell Farm Raid, Coming March 7 to GTA Online

Carry out an elaborate scheme to expose a ring of unprecedented corruption in The Cluckin’ Bell Farm Raid, coming to GTA Online on March 7.

You’ve already received a call from former Diamond Casino head of security turned LSPD officer Vincent Effenburger — now you’ll have the opportunity to work together in an unorthodox but profitable collaboration to take down a new cartel running a large-scale operation out of the Cluckin’ Bell factory in Paleto Bay.

Help Vincent bust the case wide open in this action-packed new story update as you take on corrupt LSPD cops as well as a dangerous new cartel that’s set up shop in Southern San Andreas and is using the Cluckin’ Bell corporation’s factory farm complex as a front. It’s time for the chickens to come home to roost!

The Cluckin’ Bell Farm Raid will also feature new vehicles for players to acquire and customize, including the ferocious Bravado Gauntlet Interceptor Law Enforcement Vehicle.

Available March 7 for all GTA Online players on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC.