SEGA® today announced Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2, the latest official game of the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba series, is scheduled to be released in North America and Europe in 2025! The title will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Steam, and the Nintendo Switch family of systems.
Become the Blade that Destroys Demons!
The Hinokami Chronicles 2 is a thrilling arena fighter from the team at CyberConnect2 that builds upon the original Hinokami Chronicles, whose cumulative physical game shipments and digital copies sold has exceeded 4 million units worldwide.
The sequel’s Story Mode will pick up where the previous entry left off, allowing fans to once again put themselves in the well-traveled shoes of Tanjiro Kamado. This time, fans will be able to relive many of the exciting moments from “Entertainment District Arc,” “Swordsmith Village Arc,” and “Hashira Training Arc.”
The VS Mode playable roster is larger than ever, with over 40 playable characters to choose from! That includes Muichiro Tokito and Mitsuri Kanroji, two Hashira who bravely fought against two Upper Rank demons of the Twelve Kizuki.
Players can expect all characters from the original Hinokami Chronicles to make a return in the base roster, including the demons that were added in the free post-launch updates and the Entertainment District Arc characters that were originally part of the first game’s paid DLC. The nine Hashira, the highest rank of the Demon Slayer Corps., will also join the game as playable characters.
Stay tuned for more information about the title in the coming months by following SEGA’s official Demon Slayer social accounts on X, Facebook, and Instagram.
PlaySide Studios is proud to share that Age of Darkness: Final Stand was featured in today’s PC Gaming Show on Thursday, December 5th. Highlighted as one of the event’s Most Wanted games, Age of Darkness: Final Stand challenges players to defend humanity’s last stronghold against relentless waves of enemies, utilizing SwarmTech™ to create massive battles with up to 70,000 foes on screen. Set in a dark fantasy world, the game combines real-time strategy with survival mechanics, featuring a dynamic day-night cycle where players expand their territory during the day and endure brutal Death Nights filled with relentless assaults. Lead the charge against the horrors of the night with powerful and unique Heroes. Using special abilities gained from leveling up, these Heroes can be key to turning the tide of a desperate battle.
The 1.0 launch coming this Winter will feature full cooperative multiplayer, allowing two players to unite, strategize, and push back the encroaching darkness together. Players will also face the challenges of The Veil, a life-draining fog that adds a further layer of danger. With advanced skill trees, roguelite mechanics like Malices and Blessings, and unique foes such as Crushers and Spitters, Age of Darkness: Final Stand offers a deeply challenging and highly customizable gameplay experience, making every decision vital to humanity’s survival.
Join the fight today by checking out Age of Darkness: Final Stand on Steam. Stay up to date by visiting the official website and joining the community on Discord.
Mundfish studio and Focus Entertainment just premiered the first gameplay trailer for Atomic Heart’s third DLC, “Enchantment Under the Sea,” revealing a Jan. 28, 2025, release date on all available platforms. This third installment in the Atomic Pass leaves Limbo behind and takes players back to Facility 3826 with the new underwater Neptune Research Center, as well as new weapons, glove abilities and enemies to discover!
Atomic Heart is out now on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Don’t miss your chance to grab it for up to 67% off on Steam from now until December 16!
Look for answers in the depths of Facility 3826
“Enchantment Under the Sea” goes back to the spectacular combat gameplay that made Atomic Heart one of the highlights of 2023, as players continue the main storyline with the Twins’ consciousness at their side and new weapons in their arsenal.
Meet new and returning characters while diving into the mysteries of the underwater Neptune Research Center to find a way to save humanity from a dismal future. Players will also revisit familiar locations from Facility 3826 that have changed beyond recognition, like the flying city of Chelomey, now under the robots’ total control.
New weapons and glove abilities to dismantle new threats and bosses
With new challenges comes the need for new tricks! In addition to the expanded storyline, season pass owners get two new weapons: the Thunderclap, a powerful hammer that amps up damage with electrical current, and the KM-4 Kuzmich, a crowd-clearing double-barrel shotgun with customizable bullet spread. They’re complemented by two new glove abilities courtesy of the Twins: Blaze, a burning polymer skill letting players drop red-hot fireballs and deal area-of-effect damage; and Whip, a grapple-hook tool allowing P-3 to pull himself towards enemies, deal damage, dodge away from danger, and access previously unreachable areas.
These new powers will come in handy when meeting the DLC’s new roster of sea-dwelling enemies, from swarms of coral mutants to the terrifying MOR-4Y.
Dive back into the strange, dystopian world of Atomic Heart on Jan. 28, 2025, when its third DLC, “Enchantment Under the Sea,” debuts on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One and PC. Grab the game’s Premium Edition or the Atomic Pass to receive four DLC sets, including the previously released “Annihilation Instinct” and “Trapped in Limbo,” as well as the upcoming “Enchantment Under the Sea” and one additional DLC still to be revealed.
Kinetic Games have today announced their final community event of 2024, a wintery, Christmas-themed ghostly bonanza titled Winter’s Jest.
Commencing on Dec. 12 at 12 AM UTC the Phasmophobia community will be tasked with working together to hunt through four of the game’s most popular maps, which will be blanketed in a fresh fall of snow and adorned with festive decorations, with the objective to identify something incredibly sinister lurking in the familiar surroundings. Completing additional objectives will unlock jack-in-the box items which will grant points towards the overall Community Goal and unlock unique rewards.
“Our community is everything,” stated Daniel Knight, CEO and Lead Developer, Kinetic Games. “We have designed these in game events as a Thank You to our players. We are taking their feedback on board and intend to continue adding events into the game in the future.”
Winter’s Jest will continue until 11:59 PM UTC on Dec. 31, 2024.
Phasmophobia is available on PC via Steam, PS5, PS VR2 and Xbox X|S for $19.99.
Today Darrington Press, the publishing arm of Critical Role, officially revealed the cover art for Daggerheart, their forthcoming narrative-driven tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG) set to release in Spring 2025. Daggerheart empowers stories of brave heroics and vibrant worlds built together with your gaming group. Hope and Fear dice (2 d12s), player-facing cards, and expanded levels of collaboration make Daggerheart unique and easy to learn.
Unveiling at PAX Unplugged, the artwork embodies the game’s sense of wonder and adventure, rich storytelling, and captivating world and characters awaiting players. The standard Daggerheart Core Set comes as both a core rulebook and a box to hold cards, and their artwork connects together to form a dramatic diptych illustrated by Mat Wilma. The limited edition box set artwork by Dominik Mayer graces the full wrap-around box as well as the core rulebook, the box of cards, AND a stunning exclusive GM screen. Fans attending PAX Unplugged can view both the standard edition of the Daggerheart Core Set as well as the extras-packed limited edition at the Darrington Press booth (#3535).
Beyond the cover art, PAX Unplugged attendees are encouraged to visit the Darrington Press booth (#3535) for hands-on game demos, a look at the latest titles from Darrington Press including For the Queen and Queen by Midnight: Quarter Past, and the chance to meet some of the creative minds behind your favorite titles.
PAX UNPLUGGED 2024 ACTIVITIES
Booth #3535: Visit for game sales, exclusive promo cards, special extras, and signings.
Signings:
Friday, Dec. 6, 2–3 PM ET: Kyle Shire, creator of Queen by Midnight and Queen by Midnight: Quarter Past.
Saturday, Dec. 7, 12-1PM ET: Rowan Hall and Spenser Starke, designers of Candela Obscura and Daggerheart.
Daggerheart Demos: Join 45-minute sessions of the Daggerheart Quickstart Adventure from the version 1.5 playtest in the Gaming Hall. Sign-ups begin each morning at the designated PAX U tables; games start at the top of each hour.
“Daggerheart First Look: Worldbuilding With Critical Role”Panel: Join Critical Role founders Matthew Mercer and Ashley Johnson, along with Darrington Press developers Spenser Starke and Rowan Hall, for a live worldbuilding session. This event includes live drawing by concept artist Shaun Ellis and a gameplay demo with contributors Masood Haque,Dani Gage, and moderator Elise Rezendes.
CRITICAL ROLE PRESENTS: A DAGGERHEART CRITMAS STORY LIVE
Watch Daggerheart played LIVE for a special Critmas one-shot featuring the entire Critical Role cast using the final Daggerheart game rules with the spectacular Lenore Riegel serving as Master of Ceremonies.
When: Saturday, Dec. 7, 7:30 PM ET (Doors open at 4:14 PM ET)
Where: Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, NJ – just across the bridge from downtown Philadelphia.
For more details and to pre-order Daggerheart, visitdaggerheart.com or stop by booth #3535 at PAX Unplugged.
Argonaut Games just announced that Croc Legend of the Gobbos is moving to Q1 2025. Here is the official statement:
Dear Croc Fans,
We have an important update regarding the release of the Croc Legend of the Gobbos remaster. After careful consideration, we have decided to push the launch into Q1 2025. This decision was not made lightly, but we believe that a little more time is needed to add the final touches to ensure the game meets the high standards that we aspire to and which you deserve.
We understand that after 27 years of waiting, this news might be a little disappointing, especially with the festive season coming soon. However, our goal has always been to deliver a game with the quality and polish that will truly delight. We appreciate your patience and support as we work to bring Croc back in the best possible way.
Thank you all for your understanding and continued enthusiasm. We can’t wait for you to experience Croc’s magic once again!
This month, Wargaming is bringing the festive spirit to World of Tanks Modern Armor by launching its biggest winter holiday celebration ever: WINTER FEST, which begins on December 10!
Winter Fest is a four-week extravaganza that brings players new treats all throughout December, including a dramatic new two-part PVE game mode, a new in-game event hub, and a host of new winter characters and content that can be acquired with Winter Fest’s special Snowball currency.
Winter Fest Key Features:
Holiday Game Mode: Players must face off against World of Tanks Modern Armor’s all-new villain, the Ice Queen, in a two-part PVE event by using their favorite Toy Tanks. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to team up with Santa and save the holidays!
Special Holiday Content: Winter Fest offers players a ton of new content, including four new Premium tanks, like the powerful Kampfpanzer 07 P(E) with the holiday-themed Yeti skin, and four new 3D Commanders, from Nutso! the Nutcracker to the villainous Ice Queen herself (with two versions of the Ice Queen available)!
Snowball Currency: Players will be spending Snowballs this holiday season! This is a new, limited-time, event-only currency that players can receive in different ways throughout the month.
In-Game Holiday Hub: The event will be hosted within an in-game magical Winter Fest Storefront, where players can redeem their Snowballs for exclusive Winter Fest content and rewards and navigate to special event battles.
Holiday Favorites Return: In-game winter traditions, like Happy Holidays Mode featuring the Toy Tanks on a redesigned map and an advent-style Winter Calendar with a full month of daily gifts, are back and bigger than ever.
Get ready to take aim and unload all the holiday cheer you’ve got. Winter Fest comes to World of Tanks Modern Armor on December 10 and runs through January 6.
The Early Access for Path of Exile 2 has launched today, offering six characters, distinct endgame content, and couch co-op with full cross-play and cross-progression on all supported platforms.
A dark and grim adventure awaits players who like to tackle campaigns solo or party up in a group of up to six. Choose between a Monk, Warrior, Ranger, Mercenary, Witch, or Sorceress in Path of Exile 2. Each class can ascend to two different roles upon the progression of the game, which will help immensely in clearing waves of monsters during the endgame upon completion of the Campaign.
Set twenty years after the original Path of Exile, the forsaken continent of Wraeclast has been free of devastation. However, the Count of Ogham, tempted by the promise of power, unleashes Corruption on the land, resulting in the undead rising, mutating monsters, and spreading madness.
Under the dark influence of Corruption, the Count metes out death sentences to those who question him. Escaping the clutches of your executioners and narrowly making it to survival, players must track down the Seed of Corruption, the source of the devastation.
Players can expect to fight 50 bosses and 400 monster types in Early Access, along with seven distinct endgame systems for Path of Exile 2, which includes the Ascension Trials, Delirium, Rituals, and more. A second Campaign difficulty, titled Cruel Difficulty, is also added, which allows Exiles to rediscover Wraeclast in a much more challenging setting with greater rewards.
Uncover lost civilizations and conquer various bosses today in the most highly anticipated Action RPG, now available on PC, Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, and the Epic Games Store.
Today, at the 10th annual PC Gaming Show, developer Red Barrels revealed a new trailer for the four-player survival horror game The Outlast Trials, teasing the upcoming Project Breach update which will bring an exciting addition: Amelia, an escaped test subject now turned against Murkoff, voiced by Caroline Dhavernas (Hannibal, Mary Kills People & Wonderfalls).
Project Breach will introduce Amelia’s story, along with a brand new trial, a new environment, a new member of the Ex-Pop, a new jammer Rig, a new release, and more when it launches December 10, 2024, on Steam, Epic Games Store, PlayStation, and Xbox.
“HE WHO CONTROLS WHAT JUSTICE DESIRES DEFINES THE CONTOURS OF LAW. SATIATE THE PROSECUTOR’S MORE DISCERNING PLEASURES.”
Despite the concerns about Amelia’s escape, Easterman pushes forward with new experiments, including the new Story Trial, “Pleasure the Prosecutor” in the new map, Downtown. Players must navigate Franco’s twisted cabaret, turning his devious theater against itself. Meanwhile, Murkoff Corporation ensures Reagents stay focused on their trials with new content, discouraging distractions or thoughts of escape.
A NEW HUNT BEGINS
Set in the 1950s, The Outlast Trials chronicles the sinister experiments of the Murkoff Corporation, a malevolent organization exploiting vulnerable individuals under the pretense of offering a better life. Reagents, lured by false promises, are abducted and subjected to horrifying psychological and physical trials designed to strip away their identities.
Trapped in a nightmarish facility filled with harrowing tests and terrifying Prime Assets such as Mother Gooseberry, Sergeant Leland Coyan, and Franco “Il Bambino” Barbi, survival seems impossible—let alone the thought of dismantling Murkoff’s experiments. But, someone has survived, and they have escaped… But why haven’t they left?
From within the walls of Murkoff’s facility, someone with a thirst for revenge lurks in the shadows. For the first time, Reagents will have a chance at a real possible escape. The staff at Sinyala should be on high alert.
As revealed in a new chapter of The Murkoff Collections (available for free here), Amelia joined Murkoff’s program deliberately, searching for another Reagent. Fueled by grief, fury, and conviction, she’s determined to bring down Easterman and destroy the Sinyala Facility.
“Reagents within The Outlast Trials have always been forced to be solely reactive, barely staying alive. Run, hide, survive, repeat. It’s this hopeless cycle that successfully strips participants of their morality and agency. With this latest update, we wanted to offer Reagents some form of solace, a chance at a collaborative revolt. Amelia is the lightning rod that will hopefully bring this plan to life, working behind the scenes on a mass exodus. She’ll do anything to tilt the scales, so long as she doesn’t get captured trying.” -Jonathan Morrell, Narrative Designer for The Outlast Trials.
In addition to Amelia’s storyline, Project Breach introduces:
A new trial: Pleasure the Prosecutor
A new map: Downtown
New MK-Challenges:
Reunite the Family: The nuclear family is the societal ideal. Release the orphan from the shackles of the state and reunite him with mother and father.
Deface the Futtermans: Childhood memories are the stagnation that impede your growth. Put away the childish things that clutter your mind.
A new rig: The Jammer
A new ending set in The Republic of Congo
A limited-time holiday event:Winter Kills
Project Breach releases December 10, 2024, on Steam, Epic, PlayStation, and Xbox stores. Amelia can’t fight alone—she needs you in the resistance.
Cowabunga! Strange Scaffold is proud to unveil Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown, the first-ever turn-based TMNT game from the developer behind I Am Your Beast, El Paso, Elsewhere, and more.
Developed by Strange Scaffold, and in partnership with Paramount Game Studios, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown is a kinetic turn-based beat-em-up that mashes together the cerebral play of tactics games with the high-flying action that fans love about TMNT.
Announcement Trailer:
Play as each of the four iconic Turtles — Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo — and take the fight to the nefarious Foot Clan, among other iconic villains. Brawl it out in mutating levels, from the rooftops to the sewers, as the turtles confront the rise of a dangerous new leader. Each playable Turtle has their own mini-campaign, where you wield unique movesets and utilize super moves to turn the tide against opponents in strategic, turn-based battles.
Perfect for quick-play sessions that feel meaningful, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown’s fast-paced encounters only take minutes to complete. Eventually, players progress toward a dramatic finale, in which the Turtles must unite against evil forces.
“Building a truly powerful licensed game requires a deep respect for the source material, love for the fans, and a willingness to challenge tentpoles of the universe to create something that both surprises and delights,” said Xalavier Nelson Jr., founder of Strange Scaffold. “Bringing that kind of experience to life requires an equally powerful relationship – so I will be forever grateful to Doug Rosen and the team at Paramount for their collaboration, and putting their trust in our team to make an original take on the world that soars. I get to make a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game where the very first lines of dialogue establish that Shredder and Splinter are dead. Who else can say that?”
“Working with Xalavier Nelson Jr. and his team at Strange Scaffold has been an incredible experience,” said Doug Rosen, SVP, Games & Emerging Media, Paramount. “From our first conversation, it was clear Xalavier’s vision for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown would exceed our expectations, and his approach to bringing fans into the creative process is perfect for a beloved, multi-generational brand like TMNT. We really look forward to being able to share this with gamers everywhere next year.”
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown launches in 2025 on PC through Steam. For more information, follow Strange Scaffold on X.
