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E3 2021: FAR: Changing Tides delivers a second adventure in Okomotive’s post-apocalyptic world
Frontier Foundry unveils another exciting new development partnership, as Okomotive expands the FAR universe Frontier Foundry, the games label of Frontier Developments plc today announced its publishing partnership with Swiss based development team, Okomotive, on their next title, FAR: Changing Tides. The game was unveiled at the e3 2021 PC Gaming Show and is currently due for release in late calendar 2021 on Nintendo Switch, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, Steam, and Epic Store. The announce trailer is available here: Swapping sand dunes for sea waves, FAR: Changing Tides expands on the inhospitable world created by developers, Okomotive, in their multi award-winning debut title, FAR: Lone Sails. Players control Toe, a hero trapped in a drowned landscape with little chance of survival. Finding an abandoned ship, the journey to safety will take players across the horizon in a desperate bid for freedom as Toe seeks answers about what happened […]
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Legend of Mana Reveals Opening Cinematic Movie
SQUARE ENIX REVEALS COLORFUL OPENING CINEMATIC MOVIE FOR LEGEND OF MANA SQUARE ENIX today teased new footage of the opening cinematic for Legend of Mana, the remastered version of the fourth instalment in the classic Mana series, as part of its SQUARE ENIX PRESENTS summer showcase. Long-time fans and newcomers can watch the beloved characters embarking on their journey in the full remastered opening movie trailer here or on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/vxZeYJ-NkKo. Legend of Mana is rated T (Teen) by the ESRB and will be available digitally for $29.99 on the Nintendo Switch™ system, the PlayStation®4 console and PC (STEAM®) on June 24. Players who purchase Legend of Mana before July 23 will receive an early purchase reward, including ten avatars and the choice of a custom Legend of Mana theme on the PlayStation®4 console or a Legend of Mana Wallpaper on PC (STEAM®). Additional details on all editions of the game, […]
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E3 2021: TASOMACHI: Behind The Twilight Announced on Consoles!
Coming to Nintendo Switch/PS4/Xbox One! TASOMACHI: Behind The Twilight, by developer and triple-A Japanese game industry veteran nocras and publisher PLAYISM, has been announced for Nintendo Switch and consoles during e3 2021 Wholesome Direct 2021. Get lost in an Eastern fantasy world and unravel the mysteries of the Nezu tribe in this cute and relaxing 3D exploration game. To celebrate TASOMACHI: Behind The Twilight’s participation in Wholesome Direct 2021, the Nezu tribe’s cat character will be featured on the event’s charity T-shirt!
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Action Platformer Death’s Gambit: Afterlife Coming to Nintendo Switch
With All-New, Exclusive Content From Serenity Forge: Brand new weapons, skills, storylines, enhancements bring Nintendo Switch fans new ways to die Publisher Serenity Forge and developer White Rabbit just revealed that players should prepare to slash and dodge through their enemies on the go, as Death’s Gambit: Afterlife is launching on Switch with an array of exclusive brand-new content that doubles the size of the game later this year. Defeating the immortals is no easy feat, however, today’s new trailer showcases everything that players need to learn and the skills they must master to destroy the source of immortality. With brand new ways to play, storylines to discover and fine-tuning across all aspects of the game, Afterlife will challenge both new and veteran players. Death’s Gambit is a 2D action metroidvania with slick combat that requires precision from its players to master its expansive combat options. Death’s Gambit: Afterlife adds 10 new levels, 22 new […]
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E3 2021: Just Dance 2022 Brings New Tracks to Level Up Your Dance Skills
Get ready to dance with your family and friends, level up your dance skills or even get a workout in with Just Dance 2022, the newest installment of the #1 music videogame franchise of all time. Yesterday at e3 2021’s Ubisoft Forward, Ubisoft announced that Just Dance 2022 will launch on November 4 for Switch, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Stadia. Three songs have been revealed from the upcoming game, one of which is a collaboration with singer, dancer, actor, and choreographer Todrick Hall. Just Dance 2022 features 40 new songs ranging from chart-topping hits to viral Internet sensations, including “Believer” by Imagine Dragons and “Level Up” by Ciara. And of course, you can keep the party going with Just Dance Unlimited*, the subscription-based streaming service with an ever-growing catalog of more than 700 hit songs. New and exclusive songs will be added throughout the year. Plus, […]
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Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope Lands on the Nintendo Switch in 2022
Mario, Princess Peach, Luigi, Rabbid Mario, and Rabbid Peach are teaming up once again in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, and they’re bringing along some new (and kind-of-familiar) faces to take on a mysterious entity, known as Cursa, and its minions on the Nintendo Switch in 2022. Revealed in yesterday’s Ubisoft Forward E3 conference, the game is an unexpected kind of sequel to 2017’s already-unexpected mash-up of Mario, Rabbids, and XCOM. Cursa has been plunging the galaxy into chaos, twisting the planets with its evil influence and consuming the energy of the Sparks – uncanny new characters formed by the fusion of Lumas and the Rabbids. Mario, his friends, and the Rabbids crew will have to travel throughout the galaxy to save planets, rescue the Sparks, and ultimately, defeat Cursa. To do that, you’ll have to learn how to master Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope’s new combat system. […]
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E3 2021: Ghibli-esque Adventure Hoa launching August 24 for Nintendo Switch, PC, and Console
PM Studios and Skrollcat Studio are pleased to announce that the highly-anticipated Hoa took part in Wholesome Direct 2021, where the launch date of August 24, 2021 was announced for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox. During the show, viewers were treated to exclusive footage of Hoa’s journey from Son Tra, the game’s Art Director. Scrollcat Studio is proud that their debut game was counted among the games participating in this amazing event. Digital versions are to launch at $14.99, and the physical editions will be available for $39.99 at select retailers which also includes a voucher for the digital soundtrack. Hoa is a beautiful puzzle-platforming game that features breathtaking hand-painted art, lovely music, and a peaceful, relaxing atmosphere. Players experience the magic of nature and imagination as they play the main character, Hoa, on her journey through breathtaking environments back to where it all began. Players will need a keen eye and the […]
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E3 2021: Kitsune Tails’ Release Blooms In Q1 2022 on Nintendo Switch
Flowers Alongside Previously Announced PlayStation 5™, PlayStation 4™, Windows PC, Linux As announced yesterday at Guerrilla Collective, platformer Kitsune Tails, styled after beloved classics steeped in Japanese mythology and diverse relationships from developer Kitsune Games in collaboration with MidBoss™ and published for consoles by Ratalaika Games, will blossom on Nintendo Switch™ in Q1 2022. This follow-up to Super Bernie World, which has more than 300,000 downloads across Steam and itch.io, will launch simultaneously with the previously announced PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Steam and itch.io versions on Windows and Linux. A new trailer debuts footage of the earth-element rice farmer and snow fox outfits’ special abilities in action. Also making its first appearance, the protagonist’s weak yet adorable fox form serves as one last chance at survival before her death. In Kitsune Tails you run, jump, and drill into enemies across five 8-bit worlds inspired by Japanese mythology. Master elemental abilities hidden in cute outfits like […]
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E3 2021: New Arcade Paradise E3 Trailer Revealed At The Guerrilla Collective Showcase
Play, Profit & Purchase To Create The Ultimate Arcade During the e3 2021 Guerrilla Collective, independent publishing label Wired Productions and cult video games developer Nosebleed Interactive welcomed viewers to the King Wash Laundromat, the launderette at the centre of Arcade Paradise. Watch the E3 Trailer In the recently discovered VHS cassette instructional training video, King Wash Laundromat outlines exactly what is expected of employees in Arcade Paradise, from cleaning clothes to throwing out the trash. Do you want to become the perfect employee? Make sure to watch to the end as you will need to know every step in ensuring a happy customer. In the E3 2021 trailer for Arcade Paradise, players learn about running the King Wash Laundromat. But really, nobody wants to run a laundromat; they want the world’s most amazing arcade. If that sounds like you, then you can follow these three easy steps to success: […]
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SkateBIRD Flips onto Nintendo Switch, Consoles, and PC on Aug. 12, 2021
SkateBIRD Release Date Trailer Revealed During IGN’s Summer of Gaming Showcase SkateBIRD, the avian action sports game from Glass Bottom Games, comes in for a landing on Thursday, Aug. 12, 2021 for Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S via backwards compatibility, PC via Steam and Itch.io, Amazon Luna, and Xbox Game Pass. Drop into micro skateparks that turn everyday objects into bird-sized obstacles. Wrap a talon around intuitive, accessible controls that make linking together free-flowing lines a breeze. Grind, flip, and spin through stages while completing challenges to unlock fancy new gear, fresh fits, and secret mixtapes jammed with lo-fi beats for the birb boarders to chill and skate to. In SkateBIRD, pulling off tricks is nice, but doing your best is really all that matters. Tackle five levels flush with trickable materials and DIY parks. Boardslide down staplers, 360 flip off a repurposed eraser kicker ramp, and carve perfect bowls—just […]
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Neo Cab Limited Edition Out Now For Nintendo Switch
The emotional survival game Neo Cab gets the physical treatment Indie physical game publisher 1Print Games, Neo Cab developer Chance Agency, and Neo Cab publisher Fellow Traveller are happy to announce the launch of Neo Cab Limited Edition for Nintendo Switch today. Neo Cab is an emotional survival game about gig labor, tech disruption and the experience of being a driver-for-hire. You play as Lina Romero — a daring, empathetic young woman hustling to survive as one of the last human cab drivers in an autonomous world. Navigate the neon-drenched streets of Los Ojos from the Neo Cab map. Choose your passengers— and your words— wisely. You’ll need to balance your cash, star rating and emotional health to survive in this town. “We couldn’t be more thrilled see our game released in this gorgeous physical edition. In the era of ephemeral digital games, there’s something downright cyberpunk about holding a Nintendo cartridge […]
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The Bear’s Restaurant – Complete Edition is coming to Nintendo Switch
Serve the departed their last meal. Odencat, Inc. is pleased to announce that Bear’s Restaurant, is scheduled to be released on Nintendo Switch on June 18, 2021 in the Nintendo eShop. Pre-orders will begin on June 11, 2021. During the pre-order period, a special 10% discount on the retail price will be offered. Bear’s Restaurant is a mysterious place where people who have passed away visit for their last meal. “Cat” is the waiter and “Bear” is the chef. What was the last thing the customers wanted to eat? As a waiter at Bear’s Restaurant, it’s your duty to find out! In this Nintendo Switch-exclusive episode, ”Bear” has left on a business trip. As “Cat”, you have to run the restaurant with the help of “Rabbit”, a new employee! The only problem is that she is a bit clumsy… Enjoy all-new characters, dishes and soundtracks and complete the story of […]
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New trailer for the puzzle adventure game The Rewinder, launching this fall
The Rewinder has released a new Pipa Ghost Trailer today showcasing new content from the game as well as an original theme song. The puzzle adventure game will launch in Fall this year, developer Misty Mountain Studio and publisher Gamera Game announced. Following its announcement in 2019 and the consequent release of the Demo, The Rewinder has charmed global audiences with its unique ink-like pixel art style and innovative puzzle design. The Rewinder tells a story inspired by Chinese mythology. In this game, players are placed into the role of the titular “Rewinder” Qi Yun, with the ability to communicate with spirits and explore other people’s memories to alter the past. Tasked by the guards of the underworld, Qi Yun set out to investigate a peculiar case of disappearances and deaths in a small village. As the investigation progresses, players will get to travel in time, meet mythological creatures, and shed light […]
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Charming Action-RPG Garden Story Blooms on Nintendo Switch, Steam in Summer 2021
Garden Story, the adorable action-RPG where a young grape protects and rebuilds the Grove from developer Picogram and published by Rose City Games, debuts a new trailer today at Day of the Devs before journeying to Nintendo Switch and Steam for Windows PC and macOS in Summer 2021. Set off on an adventure as the newly-appointed Guardian of Spring Hamlet, a young grape named Concord, and defend the island from an entity known as Rot. Help the delightful denizens of Spring Hamlet, Autumn Town, Winter Glade, and Summer Bar each day. Roots blocking a path? Oozes preventing townsfolk from crossing the bridge? Granny Smith needs more branches? Whatever the task, Concord’s the grape for the job! Experiment with multi-purpose Tools to gather resources, grow gardens, and fight the Rot. Wield the Pick to either harvest twigs, sap and pebbles needed for upgrades, or as a tiny sword for combat. Glide […]
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Warp Frontier announced and first trailer released
Brawsome’s first adventure game release in over 10 years will be this year! Warp Frontier is a sci-fi cop drama set in the year 2215 in orbit around humanity’s newest extrasolar colony. The game has a uniquely Australian feel, featuring a predominantly Australian voice cast. Warp Frontier was developed entirely remotely from Andrew Goulding’s home in Melbourne Australia, with most of development occurring during the pandemic. Warp Frontier is Brawsome’s first departure from the relentless comedy of the award winning Jolly Rover and MacGuffin’s Curse, to a more serious drama, with a lighter sprinkling of puns and dad jokes. Warp Frontier was inspired by realistic sci-fi such as The Expanse, and Altered Carbon, with 2D art hand painted by Matt Martin, and soundtrack by Thomas Regin. Warp Frontier follows the story of Vincent Cassini, a decorated war hero, but still just a Captain in the police force he started. Vince […]
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