Preorders open for The Game Kitchen’s highly anticipated sequel, as physical editions of the punishing Metroidvania are announced for consoles. Today, The Game Kitchen and Team17 Digital have announced that preorders for Blasphemous II are now available on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation5, and Xbox Series X|S. PC users have the option to preorder starting at 5pm BST, while a Digital Deluxe version – exclusive to Steam – offers the Blasphemous II official soundtrack and digital artbook. The global launch of Blasphemous II on digital platforms will take place on 24th August, with physical editions of the game available in Europe for Nintendo Switch™, PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X|S (courtesy of astragon Entertainment) and in the US on 15th September. Digital versions of Blasphemous II are listed at €29.99/£24.99/$29.99 for all platforms, but preorders include a 10% discount. Physical editions of the game retail for €34.99/£29.99/$34.99 on Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation […]
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CHESS, BUT WITH A SHOTGUN. SHOTGUN KING: THE FINAL CHECKMATE IS COMING AUGUST 24
Get ready to blast your way to victory when PUNKCAKE Délicieux’s challenging strategy game hits the consoles! Get ready for a chess game like no other, as PUNKCAKE Délicieux is proud to announce the upcoming release of their turn-based roguelike chess inspired game, Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate. The board game-inspired strategy game will be available on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series S|X, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4 & 5 on August 24th thanks to their partnership with Headbang Club. Experience an altered game of chess, as this one-of-a-kind board game puts the twist of putting you in the shoes of a king piece with a shotgun instead of relying on a regular army. You will need to master two different ways of move to complete the level: you may either move your king or shoot at enemy pieces, after you’ll need to move again to reload your shotgun. Avoid checkmate […]
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He likes to fight and eat pie: Meet Pontius the Knight in the new Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy Trailer!
Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracylaunches August 31, 2023, for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Windows PC, Xbox One, and Xbox X/S Be brave and courageous and you might just find your shining armor! Set off on the most daring Trine adventure yet when Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy releases on August 31st, 2023 on PC, PlayStation4, PlayStation5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, and Nintendo Switch! Watch the new trailer for magical co–op adventure Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy here. Adventure awaits! Get ready to join Pontius the Knight, Zoya the Thief, and Amadeus the Wizard on the quest of a lifetime when Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy releases on August 31st, 2023. Behold and revel in the game’s gorgeous 2.5D landscape where you’ll traverse through twenty unique levels on your quest to save the heroes’ reputation, their families, and their enchanted powers! Players can expect a plethora of puzzles, […]
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The Smurfs 2 – The Prisoner of the Green Stone unveils itself in a new video!
Discover the maleficent antagonist! Today, Microids and IMPS are excited to unveil a new video for the upcoming 3D adventure/platform video game, The Smurfs 2 – The Prisoner of the Green Stone. Revealed at San Diego Comic Con on July 22nd, this video reveals a unique glimpse of the evil Stolas and introduces immersive new environments. The Smurfs 2 – The Prisoner of the Green Stone will be released digitally November 2nd, 2023 for various gaming platforms, and the retail versions of the game will launch November 14th in North America. Players will join a crack team of four iconic Smurfs, Handy, Brainy, Dimwitty, and Storm, on an exciting quest to save the Cursed Land from the mighty Stolas. They can count on the SmurfoMix, an invention of Handy Smurf, and an unexpected ally – Gargamel himself! The game features engaging exploration, platforming, and intense combat. As they explore the […]
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D3 Publisher Inc. is Proud to Present a New Game YEAH! YOU WANT ‘THOSE GAMES’ RIGHT? SO HERE YOU GO! NOW, LET’S SEE YOU CLEAR THEM!
Do you crave a new way to challenge yourself? Are you ready to test your skills against players from all over the country? If so, you won’t want to miss the newly announced YEAH! YOU WANT ‘THOSE GAMES’ RIGHT? SO HERE YOU GO! NOW, LET’S SEE YOU CLEAR THEM! from D3 Publisher Inc. This collection of five mini games – Pin Pull, Number Tower, Parking Lot, Cash Run and Colour Lab – offers a total of 250 levels, with the added bonus of daily and total missions for rewards. Not only will gamers get to test their skills through the single-player content, but they can also challenge themselves in the national rankings for a chance at glory. These rankings are based on each mini game individually or a combo of all five, at difficulty levels ranging from easy to difficult. And just to add some personal flair to your game, […]
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Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III lands on consoles in 2023!
Pick Up Your Parasol and Parachute Through the Skies Calling all gaming enthusiasts and fans of the timeless Bubble Bobble franchise! After more than three decades, the lovable duo, Bubby and Bobby, are making their triumphant return. ININ is proud to announce the digital release of Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III on Nintendo Switch, Xbox, and PlayStation 4 & 5 by the end of 2023. A Legendary Sequel Developed by TAITO, this classic platformer promises to reignite the nostalgia and charm that once captivated players worldwide. Parasol Stars: The Story of Bubble Bobble III first graced the gaming scene in 1991 as a sequel to Rainbow Islands and the third installment in the iconic Bubble Bobble series. While it skipped the arcade scene, it found its way into the hearts of players on home consoles like PC Engine and TurboGrafx, as well as home computers such as […]
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Charming puzzler Side Decide will relax and challenge you at the same time
Australians can now add a new puzzle game to their Nintendo Switch library, as Side Decide from Blue Volcano is now available! This family–friendly game tasks players with rolling a wooden cube to the end of each level. On the cube, each side has a different shape which players must navigate across the levels. Depending on the level, there are obstacles such as teleporting, wildcards, and falling blocks to add an extra level of challenge. Not only is Side Decide fun to play, but the game also provides aesthetically–pleasing visuals based on charming wooden blocks, and each level offers the option to achieve a Gold, Silver, or Bronze rating. Side Decide is perfect for anyone looking for a peaceful and relaxed gaming experience, and with 121 levels and 363 stars to collect, completionists have something to strive for. Side Decide is now available on the Nintendo Switch for US$6.99, AUD$9.99, […]
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Nintendo Download, July 20, 2023: The Right Pikmin For the Job
In addition to video games available at retail stores, Nintendo also offers a variety of content that people can download directly to their systems. Nintendo Download adds new games weekly to Nintendo eShop, which offers a variety of options for the Nintendo Switch family of systems. Nintendo eShop is a cash-based service that features a wide variety of content, including new and classic games, applications and demos. Users can add money to their account balances by using a credit card or purchasing a Nintendo eShop Card at a retail store and entering the code from the card. All funds from one card must be loaded in Nintendo eShop on the Nintendo Switch family of systems. Customers in the U.S. and Canada ages 18 and older can also link a PayPal account to their Nintendo Account to purchase digital games and content for the Nintendo Switch family of systems both on-device […]
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Popular RPG This Way Madness Lies Coming To Switch and PS5
The Critically-Acclaimed Magical Girls RPG, This Way Madness Lies, Launches on Switch July 25th And Is Available Starting Today for Pre-Orders; PlayStation 5 To Follow Zeboyd Digital Games and Limited Run Games have announced the launch of This Way Madness Lies, an exciting RPG coming to Nintendo Switch on July 25 and PlayStation 5 later this year. Pre-orders are available now from Limited Run Games, and physical editions for both platforms have also been announced. This Way Madness Lies originally launched for PC on Steam back in November 2022 and has been met with critical acclaim. With a Metacritic score of 84, PC Gamer called the game “a fun and engaging RPG with beautiful graphics and a bouncy pace.” Players join Imogen and the members of the Stratford-Upon-Avon High Drama Society as they teleport to alternate dimensions and fight back the forces of Nightmare using magical powers. With unique turn-based combat, […]
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LEGEND BOWL brings retro American Football sim glory and depth on August 9th
The highly-anticipated sports simulation game, LEGEND BOWL, has had its release date finally confirmed for Aug. 9, 2023 for all major consoles. Sports and retro gaming fans have been eagerly awaiting the drop of LEGEND BOWL after hearing it’s praised for offering some of the deepest simulation elements within the genre. Developer Super Pixel Games and Publisher Top Hat Studios, Inc. have just released a new trailer, available above, to show off what all is to be expected from LEGEND BOWL on Aug. 9th. Noting the confirmation, Top Hat Studios, Inc. Executive Producer Andy Andi Han said LEGEND BOWL took a “monumental amount of work…totalling over 7 million lines of code to get it working and optimized on console,” and expressed appreciation for the patience of fans. With much to offer and a heavily detailed simulation experience, LEGEND BOWL‘s release promises to merge both retro and modern football sensibilities. LEGEND […]
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