Explore a dark and immersive world in this complex alchemy RPG 

Limassol, Cyprus – March 21, 2024. Get ready to delve deeper into the mysterious world of Caribou Creek as the award-winning BattleJuice Alchemist, the complex alchemy RPG from publisher ESDigital Games launches today for PC via Steam Early Access and Epic Games Store. Developed by Alchemical Works Battlejuice Alchemist redefines the classic aRPG formula with a unique item and skill system offering the choice between isometric combat and JRPG-style one-on-one battles. 

ESDigital Games is also thrilled to announce that BattleJuice Alchemist has just received the prestigious ‘GDC Best in Play 2024’ award and will feature as part of the publisher’s lineup at this year’s show from 20-22 March at the Moscone Center. 

Join our protagonist, Juice, the Alchemist, on a journey through the wilds of New England, battling demonic hordes and uncovering the secrets of the Crossroads. This exciting Early Access launch unveils a host of new features and mechanics for players to conquer. Build your alchemical tower, a bastion of light amidst the encroaching darkness, and harness its power to turn the tide of battle in your favour. Explore new lands around the new story locations and uncover their hidden treasures and dangers. Dynamic day-night cycles will affect enemy behaviour, and an array of new items, perks, magic rituals and abilities wait to be discovered.

During the Early Access journey, Alchemical Works will work with the community to gather feedback to support their ongoing development roadmap and introduce additional content and updates to fully bring the wonderful world of BattleJuice Alchemist to life.

Watch the BattleJuice Alchemist Early Access launch trailer below:

About BattleJuice Alchemist:

Juice, the alchemist, is called to Caribou Creek to fight the demons that roam the lands. As your unique version of Juice you explore the wilderness that once was New England. Fight evil in classic action RPG isometric top-down view and in bullet-time close combat.

Find and craft items with game-changing powers. Master BattleJuice Alchemist’s deck-building mechanics by arranging your compilation of flasks to suit your playstyle. Accentuate your character beyond character customization by using ritual magic as long-term buffs. Meet strange creatures from the Crossroads while the dark plot of BattleJuice Alchemist unravels.

Features: 

• Loot and Craft – As an alchemist you wear no armour and wield no sword, but you rain down fire on your enemies. Find flasks with unique properties in the wilderness or craft them at your workbench. In deck-building fashion you create a compilation of flasks which you randomly draw from.
• Unique Skill System – In BattleJuice Alchemist, your flasks are your skills. Every flask can be used the normal way and at times in a supercharged, “jucified” way for stronger effects. Some flasks have powers attached to them that drastically change their effects when used, which allows you to develop your own playstyle.
• Procedural Landscapes, Hand-crafted Towns – The world of BattleJuice Alchemist is separated into vast levels of procedural landscape. Every valley, sea, river, mountain, building, stone, tree and item is placed by a unique algorithm. This allows you to continue exploring after you complete the main story. Quest locations are still hand-crafted to tell compelling stories.
• Dark Lands to Discover – You are influenced by daytime and weather effects, and so are your enemies. But they are also buffed by the evermore spawning demons’ presence. Find dark altars to hold their influence at bay and discover many other secrets.
• Classic isometric ARPG action – Fight your enemies from afar in classic top-down view. Throw explosive or freezing flasks at them, and prepare ambushes of explosive barrels. Use the “Frog Hop” flask to jump away from danger or right into close combat.
• Close Combat with Bullet-time – Enter close combat with an enemy, where you can interact hands-on by dodging or using smoke flasks to avoid being hit. Manage your resources and flasks during these intense one on one battles against your awe-inspiring enemies from the Crossroads.

BattleJuice Alchemist is available now on PC via Steam Early Access and Epic Games Store. 

For more information please visit https://esdigital.games/ 

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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 the action beat ‘em up 9 Monkeys of Shaolin. 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, complex alchemy RPG Battlejuice Alchemist, and the story-driven sci-fi adventure Sky of Tides as well as new unannounced titles in development. 

SEOUL – March 21, 2024 – Old-school brawler fans around the world can pick up their best weapons and don their most festive skins as today marks the ninth anniversary of Dungeon Fighter Online. To celebrate the time-honored, free-to-play staple, Neople is unlocking gilded rewards, a plethora of events and an anticipated content update – with an exclusive twist.

Dungeon Fighter Online (DFO) is a 2D beat ‘em up MMORPG where players join action-packed raids and traverse dungeons with fighters from all around the world. Featuring classic side-scrolling action elements expressed in vibrant 2D graphics, DFO offers fast-paced gameplay and extensive character customization options, from avatar creation to skill settings. As players step into the shoes of an adventurer of Arad, they will explore vast lands and join forces to take down the Apostles who terrorize the realms.

Plenty of festivities are in store for Dungeon Fighter Online’s ninth anniversary, including:

• Anniversary Rewards – As part of the celebration, Dungeon Fighter Online Live Director Jong is giving away rewards such as Siv’s Sub Equipment Bead, a Single-Use One-Shot Amplification Grimoire and more. And, with a very limited run, now’s the time to snag them – players can claim their prizes by simply logging in. A special shop will also be available to purchase event rewards.
• Dungeon Fighter Online’s Ninth Anniversary Diary – Players who complete daily tasks and weekly missions can unlock exclusive rewards such as a +13 Weapon Reinforcement Ticket, given out for the first time ever. Additional rewards include a Rare Clone Avatar Set Box, Platinum Emblem Selection Box, Seon Magic Bead (Shoes) Selection Box and more.
• Level-Up, Power-Up to Seon! Event – Players can choose one character from all advancements and one character form the Male Slayer advancements to enter a Fast-Leveling Mode to receive valuable rewards as they quickly level up.
• Starlight – A Starry Night Vol. II and Custom Hunting in Seon! – All adventurers are eligible to participate in a thrilling minigame to obtain materials for rewards. Additionally, players have a chance to secure the final and best equipment in the game, but only for a limited time during the Custom Hunting event.

Along with the ninth anniversary events and rewards, veteran players can test their skills in the new Legion Dungeon, “Dusky Island.” The third legion dungeon of Dungeon Fighter Online, “Dusky Island” is the most difficult and challenging dungeon in the game. Clearing it will give valuable materials that will allow users to upgrade their Accessories and Special Equipment gear further.

Dungeon Fighter Online can be played for free on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store. More details on Dungeon Fighter Online’s Nine Year Anniversary updates and events can be found in the celebratory trailer. See more below:

• Dungeon Fighter Online Official Webpage: [LINK]

About NEXON Co., Ltd.

Founded in 1994, NEXON Co., Ltd. (Nexon) (3659.TO) is a company engaged in the production, development and operation of online games and Virtual Worlds. First listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange in December 2011, Nexon was placed on JPX400 in 2015 and added to the Nikkei Stock Index 300 in 2017. In 2020, Nexon was added to the Nikkei 225. Nexon currently has more than 50 live games in more than 190 countries on PC, console, and mobile. Major game franchises include MapleStory, KartRider and Dungeon&Fighter. In 2021, Nexon completed the acquisition of Embark Studios AB, a company based in Stockholm, Sweden, developing multiple projects for global release.

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Ananki Game Studio had a blast while playing The Fate of Baldr and now they are thrilled to share a brand new developer playthrough direct from the Studio.

21 March, 2024, Oslo Norway – The Norwegian Indie game studio Ananki Game Studio is thrilled to reveal the brand new gameplay from the promising The Fate of Baldr. The developer team behind the game made a nice commented playthrough of The Fate of Baldr.

Ananki had a blast when they played The Fate of Baldr together and it gives all of you insights of what to expect of the game when it releases on Steam this year. This official developer playthrough of The Fate of Baldr gives the complete overview of the Norse mythology inspired unique tower defense game.

We’re thrilled to showcase some of the game mechanics, along with useful tips and tricks to enhance your gameplay experience.” said Ananki Game Studio.

Fearless warrior vikings on their journey to an alien world, that’s the start of this epic new 3D tower defense game The Fate of Baldr. It’s time to get rid of the alien squads using their advanced firearms and defensive towers. As the battle hardens, the Vikings know that the fate of the entire universe is in their hands.

Watch the developer playthrough below::

Release your inner viking and embark on a new adventure by wishlisting The Fate of Baldr on Steam.

Join Ananki Game Studio on Discord and follow on social media: Facebook, Twitter, TikTok, YouTube and Instagram. For more information, go to the Ananki Game Studio website.

About Ananki Game Studio

Ananki Game Studio is an indie game development studio with 3 full time employees based in Oslo, Norway. The team consists of André (CEO/programmer), Asia (2d artist) and Anders (3d artist/programmer). Each of them have 10+ years of prior experience with programming, 2D art and 3D modeling. They’ve been developing games full time since 2020.

Get Ready to Crush: BATTLE CRUSH 2nd Beta Goes Live in 97 Countries

Pangyo, South Korea – March 21, 2024 – NCSOFT has just launched the global beta for its action-packed game BATTLE CRUSH. The second beta test went live at midnight on March 21st, 0:00 a.m PT (Pacific time). Players from around the world are warmly invited to join and become a pivotal part of BATTLE CRUSH’S game journey.

Back in October, NCSOFT kicked off the first global beta test for BATTLE CRUSH. This time, the testing will be expanded to include 97 countries encompassing North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and Oceania. Players around the globe can dive into the action on both PC (via Steam) and mobile (Android) until 11 p.m. PT on March 28th.

In this second global beta test, players will be able to experience the enhanced gameplay of BATTLE CRUSH, now significantly improved thanks to your feedback from the first beta. Key upgrades include an enhanced PC control using keyboard and mouse, redesigned lobby UI for seamless interaction, added rewards system that makes defeating enemies even more satisfying and eased the difficulty of stamina management.

BATTLE CRUSH offers a thrilling action battle brawler where players fight to be the last one standing on ever-shrinking battlefields, filled with enemies. You will be able to pick characters of your choice from various gods and mythological creatures, called Calixers, to dominate the arena and overwhelm your enemies. Put your skill set to the test through a diverse array of Calixers, each offering unique play styles to explore. Strike down your foes and be crowned victorious in the heat of an epic battle! 

Key features include:

• Strategic combat action that uses simple controls, terrain, and objects.
• Unique battlefields and various game modes supporting up to 30 players. 
• Characters with unique action skills inspired by mythical legends.

Set for global release in the first half of 2024, BATTLE CRUSH is currently in development as a cross-platform title, including Nintendo Switch, Steam (PC), and Mobile. More detailed information is available on the official BATTLE CRUSH website, Discord, and YouTube channel. 

Join the second global beta test via the BATTLE CRUSH official website: https://battlecrush.plaync.com/en-us/index

About NCSOFT Corp. 

 NCSOFT, headquartered in Pangyo, Korea, is the world’s premier publisher and developer of massively multiplayer online games, including the critically acclaimed Lineage®, AION®, Blade & Soul®, Guild Wars® franchises as well as numerous casual games. With approximately 5,000 employees worldwide, NCSOFT aims to provide fun for everyone, everywhere in the world. More information can be found at www.ncsoft.com. 

In a new video, DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO producer Jun Furutani revealed more details about the game’s mechanics.

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO brings back and enhanced gameplay elements that the franchise has been known and cherished for, making battles even more spectacular, faster, impressive and authentic to the anime. Evolved features such as “Skill Count”, “Revenge Counter” and “Vanishing Assaults” have been added, giving chances for players to counterattack their foes, and add more strategy to their fights.

A new trailer also unveils 11 new characters joining DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO’s roster, this time centered on the constant discussion of Speed vs. Power:

• Super Trunks
• Master Roshi, Max Power
• Nappa
• Burter
• Jeice
• Super Saiyan Broly (Full Power)
• Hit
• Super Saiyan Kale (Berserk)
• Toppo
• Dyspo
• Kakunsa

Also watch the ‘Gameplay Showcase’ here:

DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO is developed by Spike Chunsoft for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC.

For more information about DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO 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/dragonballgames.

Pros of the 80s, 90s, 2000s, and today take to the court decked out in an array of the hottest apparel brands in the sport 

Today, 2K announced the official TopSpin 2K25 roster and list of apparel brands that will be available when the game launches in April 2024. In addition to Standard Edition and digital-only Grand Slam® Edition cover icons Roger Federer and Serena Williams, and Deluxe Edition cover stars Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Świątek, and Francis Tiafoe, a who’s who of past and present titans of the court make up a roster of 25 playable pros at launch, with additional post-launch pros to be announced. Players can relive historic battles between legends like John McEnroe and Andre Agassi, or pit the greats of the past, such as Steffi Graff and Pete Sampras, against rising stars of today, like Paula Badosa and Matteo Berrettini, to determine who really are the all-time kings and queens of the court.

The TopSpin 2K25 roster at launch includes:

• Roger Federer;
• Serena Williams; 
• Carlos Alcaraz;
• Iga Świątek;
• Frances Tiafoe;
• Andre Agassi;
• Andy Murray;
• Belinda Bencic;
• Ben Shelton;
• Caroline Wozniacki;
• Coco Gauff;
• Daniil Medvedev;
• Emma Raducanu;
• John McEnroe;
• Karolina Pliskova;
• Leylah Fernandez;
• Madison Keys;
• Maria Sharapova;
• Matteo Berrettini;
• Naomi Osaka;
• Paula Badosa;
• Pete Sampras;
• Sloane Stephens;
• Steffi Graf;
• Taylor Fritz;
• And more to come.

In addition to a star-studded roster, TopSpin 2K25 features an array of licensed apparel brands, offering a true-to-life presentation of pros’ on-court uniforms, as well as a variety of customization options for unique MyPLAYERs. From the all-white Wimbledon kits, to 1980s and 1990s fashion statements (not to mention hairstyles), to the colourful costumes of modern pros, a wide range of options are available.

Apparel brands available in TopSpin 2K25 at launch include:

• adidas;
• Asics; 
• Babolat;
• Castore; 
• Fila;
• Free People Movement; 
• Goodr;
• Head;
• Hugo Boss;
• Lacoste;
• Lululemon;
• Market;
• New Balance; 
• Nike;
• On;
• Original Penguin;
• Prince;
• Tecnifibre; 
• Uniqlo;
• Wilson; 
• Yonex;
• And more to come.

The TopSpin 2K25 Deluxe Edition and Grand Slam® Edition will be available starting on April 23, 2024 –up to three days ahead of Standard and Cross-Gen Editions! TopSpin 2K25 Standard and Cross-Gen Editions will be available Friday, April 26, 2024.*Additional information on the TopSpin 2K25 arenas, gameplay, Centre Court Pass, and more will be shared soon.

Developed by Hangar 13, TopSpin 2K25 is rated G. For more information on TopSpin 2K25, please visit https://topspin.2k.com/. Follow TopSpin 2K on TikTok, Instagram, X, YouTube, and Facebook for the latest TopSpin 2K25 news.

Hangar 13 is a 2K studio. 2K is a publishing label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO).

Internet connection and online Account (minimum age varies) required to access online features and redeem and use bonus content, including MyCareer, MyPlayer, 2K Tour and World Tour. See www.take2games.com/legal and www.take2games.com/privacy for additional details. Some in-game content may require online gameplay to unlock.  Online console play may require separate paid platform subscription and account registration. Terms apply.

*Early Access available for Deluxe and Grand Slam® Editions only. Early Access for physical copies of TopSpin 2K25 Deluxe Edition only available at participating retailers and stores in select territories while stocks last. See TopSpin2K.com for more details.

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Play as Emily or Edward, portrayed by the brilliant actors Jodie Comer and David Harbour, to uncover the secrets of Derceto Manor.

Sydney, Australia – 21 March, 2024: THQ Nordic and Pieces Interactive have released horror-survival game Alone in the Dark, a faithful love letter to the original. Watch the release trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vO7epH7HS6c

Get the game here: https://aloneinthedark.thqnordic.com/#order

Set in the haunting Derceto Manor, players take on the roles of Emily Hardwood and Edward Carnby, portrayed by the talented actors Jodie Comer (Free Guy, Killing Eve) and David Harbour (Stranger Things). Together, they must unravel the disappearance of Emily’s uncle, delving deep into the secrets that shroud the manor’s dark past. Alone in the Dark challenges players to solve puzzles and to confront terrifying entities along the way to uncover the truth.

To bring the chilling atmosphere of Alone in the Dark to life, content creators were invited to experience a real-life haunted house, mirroring the horrors found within the game. Armed with GoPros and CCTV cameras, they embarked on 60 to 90 minute runs, capturing spine-tingling moments. Watch the Alone in the Dark In Real Life video [here] or all runs at https://hauntedhouse.aloneinthedark.com.

Alone in the Dark, developed by Pieces Interactive in Sweden and published by THQ Nordic, is available now on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation®5!

Get the game here:

PC: Steam:https://store.steampowered.com/app/1310410
PS5: PlayStation Store: https://thqn.net/aitd-psn
Xbox Series X|S: Xbox Store: https://thqn.net/aitd-xbox

About Alone in the Dark

Explore Derceto Manor in this reimagination of Alone in the Dark, a love letter to the 90’s cult classic horror game! Set in the gothic American south in the 1920’s, Alone in the Dark features a noir-setting with classical Lovecraftian horror-elements, where the familiar meets the surreal.

• Return to the roots of psychological horror and experience an atmospheric journey worthy of the game that started the genre.
• Dive into a world full of sounds that make your skin crawl with a haunting, yet mesmerising doom jazz soundtrack.
• Enjoy the thrill of desperate survival in a world where reality starts to crumble, evil lurks in every shadow and ammunition is scarce.
• Experience this nightmare from either Emily Hartwood’s or Edward Carnby’s perspective and unearth the dark secrets of a gothic mansion.
• Immerse yourself in a deep psychological story that goes beyond the realms of the imaginable, by Mikael Hedberg, cult horror writer of SOMA and Amnesia.

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About THQ Nordic

Our official boiler plate can be found on our website: https://www.thqnordic.com/company/about

This week via Xbox Wire, Microsoft Game Dev blog and Xbox Podcast, we shared a few announcements from Xbox as part of GDC (Game Developers Conference) 2024.

In brief, the news includes:

• How Xbox supports game developers from all sizes and is fueling growth globally
  • There are currently more than 3,500 titles in more than 100 countries in active development for Xbox.
  • More than 100 titles in development for Xbox consoles via the ID@Xbox program from Southeast Asia, Africa and India.
  • This January was the highest engagement ever on Xbox consoles measured by play time including ID@Xbox program member Pocket Pair, whose Xbox Game Preview title, Palworld, has more than 10,000,000 players on Xbox so far.

• Xbox releases the Gaming for Everyone Product Inclusion Framework for game developers
  • Today, Xbox shared publicly for the first time The Gaming for Everyone Product Inclusion Framework, a set of actionable resources meant to help game developers – and the wider games industry – weave intentionality and inclusion into the products they make via four key areas or doorways: Approachability, Representation, Globalization and Accessibility.
    • Together, we call these the Inclusive Growth Doorways.
  • To help developers get started – and use the Framework in action – Xbox created a central Resource Hub, accessible via https://aka.ms/ProductInclusion, which includes tangible examples, best practices, case studies and more.
  • Xbox has been using and evolving this framework internally since 2019 and is thrilled to offer it for anyone to use starting today.

• ICYMI: Meet Lori Wright, CVP of Gaming Partnerships and Business Development at Xbox, via Xbox Podcast
  • Lori Wright shared more about her role at Xbox, how her team is committed to supporting game creators of all sizes reach more players from around the world, and what she will be focused on in the future via a special interview segment on Xbox Podcast.

For more information, stay tuned to Xbox Wire, Microsoft Game Dev Blog, and Xbox Podcast.

10 years in the making, Old School RuneScape’s biggest ever area expansion is now available 

Wednesday, 20 March 2024, Cambridge, UK. Jagex is thrilled to announce the long-awaited release of Varlamore Part One, the first part in a major new area expansion for the beloved MMORPG Old School RuneScape, available to Old School RuneScape members today.

Step into the Shining Kingdom of Varlamore and experience unparalleled new adventures in Old School RuneScape’s most expansive update yet. Embark on epic quests, face formidable foes, overcome new challenges, discover unique skilling activities, and unlock the secrets of a vast, new land in Old School RuneScape’s biggest ever area expansion.

Experience a rich new area steeped in history and lore, where you’ll be able to play solo or together with other players to discover its secrets and overcome new challenges. Compete in the Fortis Colosseum, an epic new arena for PvM veterans, where you will encounter menacing foes in an innovative new combat trial. Set off on a quest to explore the Perilous Moons, the home of three legendary bosses, in a new dungeon designed for both solo players and groups seeking thrilling combat experiences and unique rewards.

Discover The Hunter Guild and embark on quests to hunt classic creatures and brand new critters roaming the Kingdom of Varlamore with the all-new Hunters’ Rumours system. Find diverse skilling opportunities and expand your Mining, Prayer, and Thieving skills with the new Bone Shard Mining, Offerings to Ralos, and Pickpocketing, Breaking & Entering training activities.

Watch the Old School RuneScape: Varlamore – Official Cinematic Trailer below:

The Varlamore Part One Update Includes:

• The Shining Kingdom of Varlamore – A vast new highly-anticipated area steeped in rich lore, history, and areas to explore.
• New challenges to conquer and foes to face – Venture into the Perilous Moons dungeon to encounter new bosses, or compete in the Fortis Colosseum in an innovative new wave-based PvM challenge, complete with modifier-systems to allow customisation of each encounter.
• The Hunter Guild – Featuring new Hunter’s Rumours challenges and diverse new skilling opportunities.
• Play solo or team up with other players to conquer this mysterious land in Old School RuneScape’s most expansive update yet.

Old School RuneScape is available now on PC, Steam, iOS, and Android, complete with cross-platform progression and play on PC and mobile. 

About Old School RuneScape

Old School RuneScape is the industry-defining collaboration between the community and developers. Embracing its nostalgic heritage, hundreds of thousands of active players control the direction of the game with an in-game polling system. Featuring adventures for solo play through to 100-player strong raids, Old School RuneScape caters for every brave adventurer. Old School RuneScape continues to innovate, introducing its first ever new skill in 2023 to commemorate its 10th anniversary, arriving later this year.

Play now at http://oldschool.runescape.com 

About Jagex

A leader in creating deep and engaging forever games that empower our communities across PC, mobile and consoles. Jagex’s flagship MMORPG, RuneScape, has welcomed over 300 million player accounts to its world and is a $1billion + 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. 

In 2022, Jagex 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 & other unannounced titles. Jagex employs more than 600 people globally, and is headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom.